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A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER 2023 Good Afternoon, Welcome to Bangor-on-Dee for our penultimate fixture of 2023, the Early December Meeting. After two consecutive abandonments due to bad weather, we’re delighted to be back racing with you all just in time for the Christmas festivities. We have six exciting hurdle races on the card for you today. The anticipation will build for our first race at 12.36pm – The Xenon Handicap Hurdle Race. Later in the afternoon at 2.56pm, conditional jockeys will take to the track as part of the Conditional Jockeys’ Training Series. Finally, the days racing will draw to a close at 3.31pm when The Excel Signs Open National Hunt Flat Race crosses the winning post. I’d like to extend our thanks to today’s sponsors – Xenon, Yorton Stud and Excel Signs. All of us here at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse are grateful for your continued support. As you may be aware, the government is trying to implement new betting affordability/financial risk checks that could severely hinder our sport. I hope you’ll join me in signing the petition to help stop this happening. You will find a QR code enclosed in this race card. Our next and final meeting of 2023 is The CorbettSports Christmas Special on 15 December. I hope you’ll join us again as we bid farewell to an incredible year of racing here at North Wales only racecourse. Jonathon Turner, Chairman Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

CONTENTS

& TODAY’S RACING

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FACILITIES AT THE RACECOURSE Your guide to facilities around Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD How to understand the racing pages throughout the racecard BANGOR-ON-DEE COURSE FACTS & STATS A look at the in-form Trainers and Jockeys racing at Bangor-on-Dee today TODAY’S TOP TIPS Selections for every race today TODAY’S OFFICIALS The list of Officials for racing at Bangor-on-Dee today 1ST RACE

12.36PM THE XENON HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

2ND RACE

1.11PM

THE RICHARD PENNELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

3RD RACE

1.44PM

THE THANK YOU JOHN BURGESS MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

26 30

NEWCASTLE 1.55PM

THE BETMGM FIGHTING FIFTH HURDLE (GRADE 1)

NEWBURY

THE CORAL BET BUNDLES INTERMEDIATE

2.15PM

HANDICAP HURDLE (PREMIER HANDICAP)

4TH RACE

2.21PM

THE PAUL & JANET MIZEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

NEWBURY

2.50PM

THE CORAL GOLD CUP HANDICAP CHASE (PREMIER HANDICAP)

5TH RACE

2.56PM

THE YORTON’S ‘POSTPONED’ CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ TRAINING SERIES MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

48 52

NEWCASTLE 3.05PM

THE BETMGM REHEARSAL HANDICAP CHASE (PREMIER HANDICAP)

6TH RACE

3.31PM

THE EXCEL SIGNS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

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PAUL & JANET MIZEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Marquee

Bangor Bar

Coach and Car Park

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Annual Members

Chalets

The Stable Door

Secretary’s Office

Weighing Room

Parade Ring

Saddling Boxes

Pre-Parade Ring

Accessible Toilets

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Open Course

The Maelor Bar

Racecard Point

First Aid

Wynnstay Restaurant

Baby Changing Facilities

Wynnstay Bar

Food Court

Owners & Trainers

Press Room

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Bangor Sport Betting Shop

Tote Betting Kiosk

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STANDARD TERMS FOR EACH WAY BETTING In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting. · Fewer than 5 runners – all to win · 5-7 runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2 · 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3 · Handicaps with 12-15 runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3 · Handicaps with 16 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4

AWAY BETTING Many bookmakers will also take bets at the other race meetings today. They offer a comprehensive service, including bets settled TAX FREE at Starting Price (S.P.)

BETTING WITHOUT THE FAVOURITE At reduced odds you can back a horse and collect if it wins or runs second to the horse nominated by the bookmaker as favourite.

PLACING YOUR BET Shop around for the best odds against your selection. When you have decided on where to place your bet, state the number of your chosen horse and the stake, for example “number 4, £2 win”. Listen to the bookmaker repeat the number of the horse and the stake to his/her clerk and hand your stake to the bookmaker. You will then be given an itemised receipt that gives details of the bet and shows potential winnings. You should keep this ticket safe.

COLLECTING YOUR WINNINGS If your selection wins (or, in the case of a place bet, is placed), hand the ticket back to the bookmaker for settlement. NEVER destroy your ticket until after the “Weighed In” announcement has been made. There may still be a Stewards’ Enquiry and the first past the post, or placed horses, may be disqualified. On rare occasions even the horse coming fourth has been awarded the race. You may bet with confidence with any bookmaker as they have all been approved by the Administration of Gambling on Tracks Ltd, which administers the betting rings at each of Britain’s 60 racecourses. The AGT also offers a full late pay service, in case a bookmaker leaves the course before you have collected your winnings. Late pay claims should be sent to AGT, 3A Kings Hall, Parsons Green, St Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY. Tel: 01480 499180 In the unlikely event that no independent bookmaker turns up to service either end of the racecourse (Bangor and Overton car parks), Bangor Sport will be able to service all betting requirements. Bangor Sport will offer to either ‘take the price’ or use the SP as a means of settling any bet. We will endeavour to show all races (including all those from away courses) on screens at either end of the course. If you have any queries, please ask a member of staff for help.

READING

THE RACECARD

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR 1

4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) B g Oscar (IRE) - Lisa’s Storm (IRE) Owner: Mr C Trembath & Mr R Hyde Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport Breeder: Tom and P. Phelan Sponsor: Chanelle

Patrick Corbett (7)

Colours: PURPLE and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves and cap. D Form: 2F1-311

TIMEFORM VIEW Sold for £100,000 after winning Irish point in April and dug deep when off the mark under Rules in a Chepstow bumper. Added to that on hurdling bow back there last month and looks a useful prospect. Star Rating★★★★✩ Official BHA Rating -

Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing

Horse’s number on saddlecloth

Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding (followed by Sire and Dam) Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut c - Colt Gr - Grey f - ﬁlly Ro - Roan m - mare

Horse’s name

Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

Number of day’s since horse last ran

Age of horse

Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds

Owner’s Name(s)

10. Breeder 11.

Sponsor

12. Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment 13. Owner’s Colours description

14. Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / denotes new season - denotes new year C - The horse has won on this racecourse D - The horse has won over this distance CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run 15. A guide to the horse’s recent form and star rating. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are deﬁned below: HHHHH Selected to win the race. HHHHI Good chance of being placed. HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance. 16. Jockey’s Name. If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were conﬁrmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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COURSE FACTS & STATS

Finish

3m30y C 2m7f32y H

A left-handed track of approximately one mile three furlongs in circumference. There are nine relatively easy fences per circuit and a run-in of 325 yards. Three tight turns make the course somewhat sharp in nature TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS: D MCCAIN (67 wins from 320 runners, 21%) runs BALLYGEARY (12.36), CHTI BALKO (1.11), PANHANDLE SLIM and TARA COVE (2.21), ISHOLO DU VIVIEN (3.31). O GREENALL & J GUERRIERO (17 wins from 162 runners, 10%) runs HERITIER (1.11), EXCLUSIVE GETAWAY (1.44), GENTLE VICTOR and SPECIAL DRAGON (2.21). G HANMER (14 wins from 109 runners, 13%) runs WEXFORD PARK and STREAMSFORTH LAD (1.44), PROFESSOR HIGGINS (2.21).

BIG RACE

CONNECTIONS 1. JONJO O’NEILL 1

2. STAN SHEPPARD

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: D SKELTON (9 wins from 66 runners, 14%) runs SKYCUTTER (12.36), CATCH HIM DERRY (2.21). J O’NEILL (8 wins from 36 runners, 22%) runs CLONDAW ROYALE (1.44), OUR FRIEND MO (2.56). N TWISTON-DAVIES (7 wins from 27 runners, 26%) runs GUARD THE MOON (3.31). TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2018-2023) WITH RIDES: S BOWEN (12 wins from 84 rides, 14%) rides IONTACH CHEVAL (12.36), TRANSATLANTIC (1.11), KILBARRY HILL (1.44), ACT OF AUTHORITY (2.21), GALLONRAY (3.31). T GILLARD (8 wins from 72 rides, 11%) rides TARA COVE (2.21), ISHOLO DU VIVIEN (3.31). C GETHINGS (5 wins from 51 rides, 10%) rides MAGICAL KING (12.36), RISK D’ARGENT (1.11), IDEFIX DE CIERGUES (1.44), MOLLY’S THIRD MAN (2.21). JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: S SHEPPARD (8 wins from 20 rides, 40%) rides THUNDERCLAP (1.11), WEXFORD PARK (1.44), SAMMY’S GUARANTEE (2.21). S BOWEN (8 wins from 49 rides, 16%) rides listed above. C GETHINGS (4 wins from 23 rides, 17%) rides listed above. STABLE MOVES 12.36 SKYCUTTER has moved from P Kirby to D Skelton; 2.21 TEDTWO has moved from B Ellison to K Lee; 2.56 PIPERS CROSS has moved from S Forster to R L Llewellyn; 3.31 ISHOLO DU VIVIEN has moved from C Bowe to D McCain. LONGEST TRAVELLERS JOYEUX MANS (3.31) trained by C Farrell, Ireland. FORTUITOUS FAVOUR (2.56) trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, distance of 216 miles. WELL PAID SOLDIER (2.56) trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, distance of 200 miles.

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RACE 1

TODAY’S TOP TIPS MAGICAL KING has ﬁnished second on both starts over hurdles at Uttoxeter and Aintree and the four-year-old is likely to have plenty more to offer on his handicap debut. Ballygeary performed with a considerable amount of promise when third at Cheltenham on his return in October and is open to improvement stepping back up in distance. Skycutter, who makes his ﬁrst start for Dan Skelton, and Issam are others worth considering.

RACE 2

WIN: MAGICAL KING

THUNDERCLAP seemed to improve with each start over hurdles last season, ending with victory at Sedgefield in April at the fifth attempt, and the five-year-old is expected to be very competitive now switching to handicaps. Risk D’Argent is likely to enter calculations following his second at Warwick last month, while the consistent John Betjeman and Feel The Pinch, a winner over fences at Ludlow on Monday, appeal most of the remainder.

RACE 3

WIN: THUNDERCLAP

RACE 4

DANGER: CLONDAW ROYALE

A Cheltenham Grade 2 was all too much at this stage of his career for ACT OF AUTHORITY and he trailed home sixth behind subsequent Greatwood runner-up Lookaway, with last weekend’s impressive Haydock scorer Kamsinas in second. This is a considerably easier task for Olly Murphy’s representative and he can defy the 6lb penalty picked up for his hurdling debut success over C&D. Tedtwo has switched to the Kerry Lee team since a promising bumper campaign, while Panhandle Slim has also shown enough to warrant an interest. WIN: ACT OF AUTHORITY

RACE 5

DANGER: RISK D’ARGENT

KILBARRY HILL shaped encouragingly to ﬁnish third on his Rules debut at Warwick over 2m last month and Olly Murphy’s gelding wouldn’t need to improve much from that display to get off the mark. Clondaw Royale took a step in the right direction when also hitting the frame at Warwick on his latest start. A repeat of that effort would give him every chance, while I See The Sea is likely to step forward from his bumper outing at Chepstow. WIN: KILBARRY HILL

DANGER: TEDTWO

SHESUPINCOURT was unlucky to part company with her jockey on her chasing debut at Chepstow last week, but she was sent off favourite on the back of a success over the smaller obstacles there and can show her appreciation for the return to timber. Committee Of One and Our Friend Mo were third and fourth respectively in that race won by Ryan Potter’s mare and a bigger threat now could come in the shape of Bushtucker Park, who made the frame at Warwick on the same day. WIN: SHESUPINCOURT

RACE 6

DANGER: BALLYGEARY

DANGER: BUSHTUCKER PARK

ISHOLO DU VIVIEN broke through at the fourth attempt between the ﬂags with an emphatic all-the-way triumph on his return to the fray and, if he brings that level of form to his debut under Rules, he could prove too strong. Better is expected from Guard The Moon now he has a Newbury run under his belt, with the experience expected to help him settle much better now. Olly Murphy went to 75,000 euros for Gallonray, but he also held an entry at Musselburgh on Friday. WIN: ISHOLO DU VIVIEN

DANGER: GUARD THE MOON

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THE XENON HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8264 to the winning horse The second to receive £3802, the third £1901, the fourth £951 and the ﬁfth £474. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 30th. Penalties, after November 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Xenon Workplace will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £75. - Closed November 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6321; Second £3160; Third £1581; Fourth £790; Fifth £394. (Penalty Value £8264.76) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Horse

Age

ISSAM (FR) (20)

5 12 0

B g Nicaron (GER) - Venus de Re (FR)

Owner: Lady Gibbings Colours: DARK BLUE, RED seams, Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland WHITE cap. Breeder: Yvon Madiot, Herve Tison & Pauline Tison Form: 0P221-3 Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over hurdles in France and off the mark for current connections at Exeter (18.5f) in March. Shaped much better than bare result when third on Sandown return (19.8f, soft) last month and holds strong claims here. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120

BALLYGEARY (IRE) (36)

Br g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Sweet Poli (IRE)

Jockey

Jordan Nailor

6 11 13

Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham Colours: BLACK, ORANGE star. Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Form: 21110-3 Breeder: Cathal Ennis Sponsor: Manor Farm Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Very positive start to his hurdles career at the beginning of 2023, again going with plenty of zest when completing the hat-trick in novice company at Kelso in March. Returned with good third of 18 in Cheltenham handicap (16.4f, good) 36 days ago and must Peter Kavanagh (3) Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119 enter calculations off same mark.

MAGICAL KING (IRE) (21)

Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tipping On (IRE)

4 11 12

Owner: The Garratt Family Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard diamond and sleeves. Breeder: Eric Larkin Form: 3-22 Sponsor: Science Supplements TIMEFORM VIEW Built on encouraging hurdles debut when second of 7 in novice at Aintree (20f, heavy, 4/1) 21 days ago and may have more to offer now sent handicappping. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 118

SKYCUTTER (FR) (406)

B g Scissor Kick (AUS) - Skysweeper (FR)

Ciaran Gethings

5 11 12

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, Owner: The French Connection Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester ORANGE spots, ORANGE cap, Breeder: E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al ROYAL BLUE spots. Sponsor: TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes Form: 11020/TIMEFORM VIEW Below par when last seen on Flat 13 months ago but won twice over hurdles as a juvenile and needs monitoring in market on return/debut for Dan Skelton here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

IONTACH CHEVAL (GB) (20)

B g Dunaden (FR) - Dancing Emily (IRE)

Fergus Gillard (3)

7 11 5

Owner: RSKM Bloodstock Colours: GREY, RED spots. Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Form: 034/10-3 C Breeder: Burnham P & D Ltd Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who recorded a career best when making a successful reappearance at Warwick last season. Below that level both starts since, though, and others more appealing. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111

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DIAMAND DE VINDECY (FR) (27) 4 10 8

B g Diamond Green (FR) - Miss Chic’vindecy (FR)

Owner: EE Williams & JE Brooke Colours: BLACK and WHITE check, Trainer: Robert Bevis, Duckington RED and BLACK halved sleeves, Breeder: Etienne Raquin & Martine Bonjour RED cap. Sponsor: Wessex Vehicles Services Form: 023-0 TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer on the level in France and in 3 runs over hurdles for his current yard last term. Should be straighter for last month’s Carlisle return but percentage call is to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

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Betting Forecast: 11-4 Issam (FR), 3-1 Magical King (IRE), 9-2 Ballygeary (IRE), Skycutter (FR), 10-1 Iontach Cheval (GB), 20-1 Diamand de Vindecy (FR) Race Summary: ISSAM may have done too much too soon when an encouraging third on his Sandown reappearance last month and can get back on the winning trail in the opener. Handicap debutant Magical King is feared most. 1-2-3: 1.ISSAM (FR) 2.MAGICAL KING (IRE) 3.BALLYGEARY (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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Total prize fund £12650

THE RICHARD PENNELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, the third £1536, the fourth £769 and the ﬁfth £383. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 30th. Penalties, after November 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Richard Pennell’s family will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £60. - Closed November 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46)

Horse

Age

FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (5)

9 12 2

B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose

Jockey

Owner: B Jones & Son Colours: BLACK and PINK stripes, Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon hooped sleeves, BLACK cap. Breeder: C. F. C. Jackson Form: 116101 CD Sponsor: B Jones & Sons Tar Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Has had a productive time since joining Robbie Llewellyn, gaining a ﬁfth win since March when readily seeing off 5 rivals in a Ludlow handicap chase (2m, soft) on Monday. Good shout off the same mark back hurdling if coping with the Gearoid Harney (7) quick turnaround. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 117

CHTI BALKO (FR) (16)

Br g Balko (FR) - Ina Scoop (FR)

11 12 1

Owner: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited Colours: LIGHT BLUE, Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley WHITE braces and sleeves. 0/423-22 C Breeder: Didier Guyot and Pierre Guyot Form: Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since December 2020 but has ﬁnished runner-up on his 2 outings this season 6 months apart. Ought to be competitive again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

JOHN BETJEMAN (GB) (19)

B g Poet’s Voice - A Great Beauty

Owner: Robin Gillard and Rory Gillard Trainer: Mark Gillard, Sherborne Breeder: Plantation Stud Sponsor: Ascot Park Polo Club

7 11 13

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, BLACK star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, BLACK stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, BLACK star. Form: 12-2252

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back quickly from a lesser run at Wincanton when second of 13 at Kempton (2m, good to soft) 19 days ago. Should ﬁgure again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114

THUNDERCLAP (IRE) (232)

B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Former Drama (USA)

TRANSATLANTIC (FR) (28)

B g Le Havre (IRE) - Aquamerica (USA)

RISK D’ARGENT (FR) (25)

Stan Sheppard

6 11 11

Owner: Mr Robert Brinkley Colours: PURPLE, GREY armlets. Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Form: F5P31/-0 Breeder: Aleyrion Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Motaclan TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 2m Huntingdon novice hurdle for Gary Moore in April 2022 but not seen again until finishing down the field in an Ayr handicap hurdle for this yard 4 weeks ago. Might strip fitter for the run. Has had wind surgery. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112 Gr g My Risk (FR) - Villebruyere (FR)

Fergus Gillard (3)

5 11 11

Owner: Sir Thomas Pilkington Colours: RED, GREEN cap and Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley striped sleeves. Breeder: Ms Agathe Lebailly Form: 60421D Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat and made steady progress in this sphere last season, winning a Sedgeﬁeld maiden in April. His opening handicap hurdle mark looks workable if he’s ready to roll after 7 months off. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112

Abbie McCain (5)

Sean Bowen

7 11 10

Owner: The Risk D’Argent Partnership Colours: GREY, RED spots. 50430-2 Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Form: Breeder: E. Raquin & SARL poulinieres.com Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd, Payters Facilities Management Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who reappeared with a good second of 17 at Warwick last month. A 3lb rise looks fair enough given he was 11 lengths clear of the third. Considered. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 111

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POLYPHONIC (IRE) (14)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Aim To Please (FR) Owner: Glenn Simons & Partner Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket Breeder: Dance Thoroughbreds Sponsor: The Injured Jockeys Fund

4 11 6

Colours: DARK BLUE, GREY stars, halved sleeves, DARK BLUE cap. Form: 22-P303

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat/hurdles winner. Bounced back quickly from a modest run at Kempton when third of 5 at Uttoxeter (2m, heavy) a fortnight ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

6 11 0

HERITIER (FR) (14)

B g Fuisse (FR) - Toscane (FR)

Owner: Gardiner and The Nevers Partnership Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas diamonds, BLACK sleeves, ORANGE Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil stars, BLACK cap, ORANGE star. Sponsor: Swansway Form: 0355-01 D TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over fences last autumn. Ended season in a slump but was revitalised by a switch back to hurdling with his ﬁrst run of the season behind him when taking advantage of lower hurdles mark at Uttoxeter 2 weeks ago. Retains handicapping scope on chase form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 101

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Fergus Gregory

5 10 9

ICARAT (FR) (221)

B g Nicaron (GER) - Cemoua (FR)

Colours: ORANGE, PURPLE stars, Owner: The DTTW Partnership Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford PURPLE sleeves, ORANGE armlets Breeder: Richard Godefroy & Eric Lecoiffier and star on PURPLE cap. Sponsor: Faucets Limited Form: 13/20P4TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in French bumpers for Nick Littmoden. Best effort in maiden/novice hurdles for new yard in the spring when fourth of 9 at Ffos Las in April. Interesting now handicapping for the ﬁrst time on reappearance with his stable in very Shane Quinlan (3) good form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 8. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 5, 9.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

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Betting Forecast: 5-1 Feel The Pinch (GB), Thunderclap (IRE), Risk d’Argent (FR), 6-1 Heritier (FR), 9-1 Icarat (FR), 10-1 John Betjeman (GB), 12-1 Chti Balko (FR), 14-1 Transatlantic (FR), Polyphonic (IRE) Race Summary: A competitive race. FEEL THE PINCH really has discovered the winning habit for this stable and may be able to go in again if over his exertions at Ludlow on Monday. Sedgefield maiden winner Thunderclap looks on a good opening handicap mark in this sphere if ready to roll after a break and is second choice ahead of Risk d’Argent. Icarat is a handicap newcomer to note in the betting, while Heritier is also worth a look. 1-2-3: 1.FEEL THE PINCH 2.THUNDERCLAP (IRE) 3.RISK D’ARGENT (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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THIRD RACE 1.44

for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE THANK YOU JOHN BURGESS MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the ﬁfth £242. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 27th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 30th. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 33 entries at £40. - Closed November 27th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Horse

CAPTAIN WALLACE (IRE) (24) 5

Age

B g Milan - Garlucy (IRE)

Jockey

11 4

Owner: Mr Mark Peart Colours: DARK GREEN, BEIGE star, Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff EMERALD GREEN sleeves. Breeder: Terence Conroy Form: 42-6 BF Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Went close on the second of his 2 starts in Irish maiden points earlier this year. Weakened to ﬁnish well held on 19.5f Chepstow hurdle debut last month but the fact he went off at only 9/4 suggests he’s thought capable of better. Also engaged Shane Quinlan (3) 1.05 Newbury. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

CLONDAW ROYALE (IRE) (25)

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Goodbloodbadblood (IRE)

4 11 4

Owner: The Iveragh Syndicate Colours: DARK GREEN, Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham YELLOW hoop, chevrons on sleeves, RED and WHITE check cap. Breeder: Mary M. Brennan Form: 2-02 Sponsor: Wasdell Group TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points. Much better effort in novice hurdles this autumn when second of 13 over 19f at Warwick last month, with the reopposing Kilbarry Hill a neck behind him in third. Likely to be bang there again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

EXCLUSIVE GETAWAY (IRE) (14) 5

B g Getaway (GER) - Get In There (IRE)

James Smith (7)

11 4

Colours: PURPLE, ROYAL BLUE Owner: The Cheshire Partnership Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas star, hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Liam Jordan & John Fitzhenry cap, PURPLE star. 5U-2600 Sponsor: Swansway, Adele Carr Recruitment Limited Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when second of 4 in Warwick bumper on Rules debut but has been well held on all 3 starts over hurdles. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

IDEFIX DE CIERGUES (FR) (48) 5

B or Br g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Caline de Ferbet (FR)

Fergus Gregory

11 4

Owner: Hydes,Waters,Frobisher,Prowting&Palmer Colours: WHITE and ROYAL BLUE Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport stripes, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL Breeder: Mr Jean-Louis Devillard BLUE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap. Sponsor: William Hill Form: 2/204-3 TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in points. Shaped like a stayer in bumpers last winter and again when third on Ffos Las hurdling debut/reappearance. Open to improvement. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

I SEE THE SEA (IRE) (24)

Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Joleen (IRE)

Ciaran Gethings

4 11 4

Owner: Andy Bell & Fergus Lyons Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead hoop and armlets, hooped cap. Breeder: James Robinson Form: 25 Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing TIMEFORM VIEW £160,000 after ﬁnishing second in an Irish point in May. Only ﬁfth of 6 in a Chepstow bumper last month but could sharper with that behind him and the longer trip may also help now hurdling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

JO LESCRIBAA (FR) (25)

B g Tin Horse (IRE) - Violaine (FR)

Owner: The Shropshire Dreamers Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Mr & Mrs Louis Laﬁtte Sponsor: Faucets Limited

4 11 4

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap, DARK BLUE star. Form: 32-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in 2 bumpers in France but only sixth on last month’s Warwick hurdle debut, with the reopposing Clondaw Royale and Kilbarry Hill some 20 lengths ahead in second/third. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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KILBARRY HILL (GB) (24)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Caitys Joy (GER)

5 11 4

Owner: Mrs Samantha Dunn Colours: DARK GREEN, Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote PINK chevron, armlets and Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud & A R Bromley diamonds on cap. Sponsor: Motaclan Form: 4P522-3 TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice from 5 starts in Irish points. Shaped well when 2 lengths third of 17 on Warwick hurdle debut 24 days ago, staying on from too far back. Clondaw Royale was narrowly ahead of him in second on that occasion but he might be able to turn the tables this time. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

STREAMSFORTH LAD (IRE) (20) 5

B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE) Owner: Mr T. G. Kelly Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

11 4

Colours: WHITE, MAROON hoops, MAROON and WHITE striped sleeves, MAROON cap. Form: 30-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown ability in bumpers but not enough to suggest he’s likely to make a winning start over hurdles now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

Owner: Hot Air Dreamers Colours: GOLD, BLACK hoops, Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow GOLD cap. Breeder: Mrs Clodagh Fitzgerald Form: 33-P Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole start in Irish points and on bumper debut at Warwick in March. Pulled up (found to have an irregular heartbeat) on his Chepstow hurdle debut 32 days ago. Hard to assess. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/10/2023 it was reported that the Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating horse was struck into on right-hind.

WEXFORD PARK (IRE) (6)

B g Gamut (IRE) - Corrib Princess (IRE) Owner: Mr Simon Boucher Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Breeder: E. Hogan & P. Murphy Sponsor: Far Logistics Ltd

Bryan Carver

5 11 4

ULTRA BEAT (IRE) (32)

B g Milan - Downsouth (IRE)

Sean Bowen

3 Richard Patrick

5 11 4

Colours: RED, BLACK braces, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED stars. Form: 33-045

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a couple of Irish points but more one for the longer term judged on his efforts in a bumper and 2 hurdles in recent months. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

Stan Sheppard

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

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Betting Forecast: 5-2 Kilbarry Hill (GB), 3-1 Clondaw Royale (IRE), 9-2 Idefix de Ciergues (FR), 9-1 Captain Wallace (IRE), 12-1 I See The Sea (IRE), 16-1 Ultra Beat (IRE), 22-1 Jo Lescribaa (FR), 50-1 Streamsforth Lad (IRE), 80-1 Exclusive Getaway (IRE), 150-1 Wexford Park (IRE) Race Summary: KILBARRY HILL shaped well when third on his Warwick hurdle debut last month and is taken to improve past Clondaw Royale, who was narrowly ahead of him in second on that occasion. Idefix de Ciergues also rates a likely improver following an encouraging hurdles debut run at Ffos Las in October. 1-2-3: 1.KILBARRY HILL 2.CLONDAW ROYALE (IRE) 3.IDEFIX DE CIERGUES (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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Total prize fund £115000

THE BETMGM FIGHTING FIFTH HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

2M 46Y

Horse

Age

BENSON (GB) (44)

8 11 10

B g Beat Hollow - Karla June

Owner: J Fyffe & S Townshend Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, Breeder: Netherﬁeld House Stud BLACK star. Sponsor: JF Kegs(Scotland) Ltd Form: 2211P-4 D TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler on his day, winning Musselburgh handicap and the Morebattle at Kelso earlier this year. Satisfactory chasing debut at Carlisle 7 weeks ago (saddle slipped) and hurdling probably much more his bag. Stacks to ﬁnd on these terms. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/10/2023 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 137

CONSTITUTION HILL (GB) (233) 6

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Queen of The Stage (IRE)

NOT SO SLEEPY (GB) (49)

Ch g Beat Hollow - Papillon de Bronze (IRE)

Daryl Jacob

7 11 3

LOVE ENVOI (IRE) (217)

B m Westerner - Love Divided (IRE)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Love Envoi Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Breeder: Mr Ciaran O’Toole YELLOW stars, WHITE cap. Sponsor: Olive Print & Graphics Form: 12/1126D TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart hurdler with a good record fresh, winning her ﬁrst 2 starts at Sandown last season before running a mighty race in second behind Honeysuckle in the Mares’ Hurdle at Cheltenham. Best excused subsequent effort and she’s the clear pick for the forecast on these terms. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 153

Nico de Boinville

11 11 10

Owner: Lady Blyth Colours: PALE BLUE, Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley CAMPBELL TARTAN hooped Breeder: Lord Blyth sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap. Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel Form: 155/355CD TIMEFORM VIEW Having his fourth go in this (dead-heated with Epatante in 2021). Took strong hold when held in third behind Constitution Hill last year but arrives off a good spell on the Flat having won at Newbury and ﬁnished seventh in the Cesarewitch. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 151

Ryan Mania

11 10

Colours: WHITE, BLACK cap. Owner: Mr Michael Buckley 11/1111CD Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Form: Breeder: Mrs S. A. Noott Sponsor: Unibet TIMEFORM VIEW One of the best hurdlers seen for a very long time, 7-7 in this sphere, landing this race, the Christmas Hurdle, Champion Hurdle and Aintree Hurdle in impressive style last season. It would be a real surprise if he didn’t win this. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 175

Jockey

YOU WEAR IT WELL (GB) (28) 6

B m Midnight Legend - Annie’s Answer (IRE)

Jonathan Burke

11 3

Owner: Sir Chips Keswick Colours: LIGHT BLUE, Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn GREEN sleeves, quartered cap. Breeder: R. G. & V. J. Makin Form: 12115-1 D Sponsor: Betvictor TIMEFORM VIEW Really likeable mare who won 4 of her ﬁrst 5 starts over hurdles, the highlight being the Grade 2 Dawn Run at Cheltenham, and made all in good style on return at Wetherby 4 weeks ago. Needs to ﬁnd another chunk of improvement but it’s not beyond the realms of possibility. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 140

Gavin Sheehan

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: CONSTITUTION HILL 5 11 10 Nico de Boinville 1-4 (Nicky Henderson) 5 ran

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Race Summary: The awesome CONSTITUTION HILL should have no problem landing this race for the second year running to take his record over hurdles to 8-8. Mares’ Hurdle runner-up Love Envoi goes well fresh and is the obvious pick for the forecast on these terms.

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NEWBURY 2.15 for four yrs old and upwards,

Total prize fund £50000

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Horse

Age

HANSARD (IRE) (21)

5 12 0

2M 69Y

Jockey

B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Quiet Down (USA) (Quiet American (USA))

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Hansard Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Breeder: Lynchbages Edgeridge Ltd & Glenvale Stud YELLOW stars, WHITE cap. Sponsor: Olive Print & Graphics, K M Elite Products Ltd Form: 1/1154-2 D TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive as he won his ﬁrst 2 starts over hurdles for this yard last winter. Improved again when fourth in 2m Grade 1 novice at Aintree in April and returned with a ﬁne 4 1/4 lengths second of 4 to Rubaud in Elite Hurdle at Wincanton, looking a threat Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 138 until losing momentum 2 out. Respected.

UNDER CONTROL (FR) (217)

Niall Houlihan (3)

4 11 13

Ch f Doctor Dino (FR) - Delinda (FR) (Sea The Stars (IRE))

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap. 11011CD Breeder: S.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Charmes Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Her only defeat in 5 starts over hurdles came when well held in Dawn Run at the Cheltenham Festival, bouncing back from that modest run to win handicaps at Cheltenham and Sandown in April. Raised another 9lb but likely has more to come and her Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 137 yard does well in this race. Had wind op.

BRENTFORD HOPE (GB) (23)

B g Camelot - Miss Raven (IRE) (Raven’s Pass (USA))

6 11 9

Colours: WHITE, LIGHT BLUE stars, Owner: The Optimists Syndicate DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury Breeder: Haras du Logis St Germain stars, DARK BLUE cap. 2211-61 CD Sponsor: All Sport Insurance Services Ltd Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Bordering on smart on the Flat and probably going to reach a similar level over hurdles, making it 3-4 from this yard when easily seeing off 10 rivals in a C&D handicap on last month’s reappearance. Even an 11lb rise may not stop him. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 133

OUR CHAMP (IRE) (28)

B g Champs Elysees - Affascinare (IRE) (Milan)

DOYEN TA WIN (IRE) (202)

Paul O’Brien

5 11 4

Owner: Pearson,Jenner,Hawkings,Dunford&Harding Colours: BLACK, PINK stars and Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester sleeves, PINK and BLACK Breeder: Fethard Bloodstock quartered cap. Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd Form: 246-115 D BF TIMEFORM VIEW Looked firmly on the up when winning 2m handicaps at Plumpton and Cheltenham on first 2 outings for Chris Gordon. Might have found the run coming a bit too soon after only 8 days off when fifth at Ascot last time and might resume his progression now. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 128

James Bowen

Rex Dingle

5 11 2

B m Doyen (IRE) - Tarentine (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR)) Owner: Newbury Syndicate Trainer: Declan Queally, Ireland Breeder: P. & Mrs B. Kelly

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE sash, BLACK cap, ORANGE star. Form: 31112-0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive 3-time winner over hurdles last term. Run of good form came to a halt when well held in a Killarney listed handicap in May but no surprise were she to bounce back on return to action. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126

PUNTA DEL ESTE (FR) (14)

Kevin Sexton

4 10 11

Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Cap d’Ombree (FR) (Kapgarde (FR))

Colours: BLACK, SILVER D Y. Owner: Darren & Annaley Yates Form: 01300-2 D Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Philippe Cottin & Noel Boudraa Sponsor: TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in France and promising start for this yard when third in the Victor Ludorum at Haydock in February. Shaped up quite well in Fred Winter next time and creditable second of 4 on 2m Wetherby reappearance a fortnight ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121

BAD (FR) (28)

Harry Skelton

4 10 10

Gr g Morandi (FR) - Love Over Gold (FR) (Peintre Celebre (USA))

Owner: Mr D. P. Howden Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton LIGHT GREEN epaulets. Breeder: Mr Hugues Rousseau Form: 2/2106-3 Sponsor: Fitzdares TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in France. Better than the result in 2 strong juvenile handicap hurdles for this yard in the spring and made a satisfactory return to action when beaten just under 13 lengths into third at Ascot 4 weeks ago. There’s a feeling he has a bigger performance in him at some point. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

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6 10 10

Owner: Exors of the late Mr J.P. Carrington Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton Breeder: Mr Peter Anastasiou Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers

Colours: GREY, BLACK triple diamond and sleeves, YELLOW cap. Form: 311P-P1 D

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Irish Song (FR) (Singspiel (IRE))

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winner on Flat and took his record over hurdles to 3-7 when reacting well to cheekpieces (retained) to win a 2m Lingﬁeld Class 4 handicap 18 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120 Only up 3lb but this is a jump in grade.

Lorcan Williams

6 10 6

TAPLEY (GB) (5)

Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Cathodine Cayras (FR) (Martaline)

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form with a bang to win 13-runner Kempton handicap last month. Creditable third of 10 back there on Monday. Probably vulnerable to more progressive types here, though. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 116 Elizabeth Gale (7)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

The Result 2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: FIRST STREET 5 12 0 James Bowen 3-1 (Nicky Henderson) 7 ran

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Race Summary: BRENTFORD HOPE had plenty in hand in a C&D handicap last month and might be able to defy a rise in the weights with further improvement on the cards. Our Champ had an excuse for a lesser run last time and can resume his progression and provide the chief threat ahead of Under Control, who is seeking to provide Nicky Henderson with a fourth win in this since 2019. 1-2-3: 1.BRENTFORD HOPE 2.OUR CHAMP (IRE) 3.UNDER CONTROL (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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Colours: BLACK, YELLOW hollow Owner: The Plumpton Party Trainer: Suzy Smith, Littlehampton box, BLACK and MAUVE striped Breeder: Stephen Kemble Bloodstock Ltd & G. Peck sleeves, check cap. Sponsor: Tote Form: 16-3013 D BF

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FOURTH RACE 2.21

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £14500

THE PAUL & JANET MIZEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7657 to the winning horse The second to receive £3523, the third £1761, the fourth £881 and the ﬁfth £439. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 27th and pay £70 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 30th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. Roudee Racing have generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £70. - Closed November 27th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5857; Second £2928; Third £1465; Fourth £732; Fifth £365. (Penalty Value £7657.45)

Horse

Age

ACT OF AUTHORITY (FR) (36)

5 11 6

B g Authorized (IRE) - Leah Claire (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote hoop, checked sleeves and cap. Breeder: Mr Franck A. McNulty Form: 1/22-16 CD Sponsor: Motaclan TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who was runner-up in both bumpers last season. Made a successful start to his hurdle career over C&D last month. Not disgraced when sixth of 8 in Cheltenham Grade 2 since and the one to beat with his sights lowered. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

CATCH HIM DERRY (IRE) (24)

B g Milan - Pretty Present (IRE)

Jockey

Sean Bowen

5 11 0

Owner: Jolly Boys Outing Colours: RED, WHITE star, checked Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester sleeves. Breeder: Knocktartan House Stud Form: 6 Sponsor: TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, last of 6 in bumper at Chepstow (16f, heavy) on debut 24 days ago, pulling hard. Makes hurdles debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

GENTLEMAN (GER) (32)

Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Gillenia (GER)

Mr Sean O’Connor (7)

5 11 0

Owner: C & C Boultbee Brooks Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, Trainer: Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star. Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf Sponsor: Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited Form: 0 TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, didn’t show much when ninth of 16 in bumper at Chepstow on debut 32 days ago. Outsider switched to hurdles. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

GENTLE VICTOR (GB) (14)

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Onetwobeat

Mr Tommie M. O’Brien (3)

5 11 0

Owner: The Gentle Victor Racing Syndicate Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE disc, Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets. Breeder: Mr Alex Park Sponsor: Swansway Form: 050 TIMEFORM VIEW Has more than hinted ability but is possibly one who won’t really come into his own until handicapping. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

MOLLY’S THIRD MAN (GB) (24) 4

Ch g Jack Hobbs - Molly’s A Diva Owner: Mr J. Perriss Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: J. F. Perriss Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

11 0

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK star, PINK sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, PINK cap, ROYAL BLUE star. Form: 4-00

TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortably held in 2 bumpers in the spring and similar story on last month’s Warwick hurdle debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

William Shanahan (5)

PANHANDLE SLIM (IRE) (27)

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Ned’s Joy (IRE)

Ciaran Gethings

4 11 0

Owner: Martin Cap & Darrell Williams Colours: LIGHT BLUE and RED Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley (quartered), WHITE and BLACK chevrons Breeder: Mr D. Laverty & Mr A. Kingham on sleeves, BEIGE cap, BLACK star. 624 Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second in course bumper in October. Below that level when only fourth at Carlisle a month later but retains potential now hurdling. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Peter Kavanagh (3)

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PROFESSOR HIGGINS (IRE) (15) 4

B g Milan - Windsor Higgins (IRE)

11 0

Owner: Mr Graham William Briscoe Colours: BLACK and YELLOW Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall diabolo, quartered cap. Breeder: John Bowes & Steven Ryder Form: 3250 Sponsor: Briscoe’s Dairy Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when placed twice in bumpers but well held on last month’s Doncaster hurdle debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

Bryan Carver

6 11 0

TARA COVE (IRE) (14)

B g Kayf Tara - Plumton Dawn (IRE)

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW Owner: David & Carol Shaw Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE Breeder: Mr D. Cantillon and Mr E. Cantillon hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap. Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited Form: 1211-06 TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times from 7 outings in points but no impact in a pair of maiden hurdles in recent months. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

TEDTWO (GB) (252)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Showtime Annie Owner: Mr M. M. Allen Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne Breeder: M. M. Allen Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

4 11 0

Colours: WHITE, RED star, stars on sleeves and star on cap. Form: 3210-

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Brian Ellison last season. Should be up to making an impact in a race like this if his new trainer has him fully primed after 8 months off. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

Theo Gillard

Richard Patrick

SAMMY’S GUARANTEE (GB) (16) 4 10 7

B f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Dont Tell Val Owner: Mr David Kellett Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope Breeder: Mr John Benﬁeld Sponsor: Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole outing in point bumpers. Has shown ability when mid-ﬁeld in novice hurdles this autumn but will need improvement to trouble Act of Authority. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE chevron, WHITE and EMERALD GREEN halved sleeves. Form: 2-06

SPECIAL DRAGON (GB) (18)

B f Kayf Tara - Dragonera

Stan Sheppard

4 10 7

Owner: The Preston Lodge Syndicate Colours: BLACK, WHITE cross Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas belts, diabolo on sleeves. Breeder: Preston Lodge Stud Form: 0 Sponsor: Swansway TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara half-sister to 2 winners on Flat. 40/1, held up and never a threat on debut in a Huntingdon novice hurdle last month. Best watched unless the betting hints at a better showing this time. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/11/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed late-on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

Tristan Durrell (5)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR) 6 11 0 Brian Hughes 11-8 (Donald McCain) 9 ran

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Betting Forecast: 8-13 Act of Authority (FR), 6-1 Panhandle Slim (IRE), 8-1 Tedtwo (GB), 33-1 Catch Him Derry (IRE), Gentle Victor (GB), Molly’s Third Man (GB), Tara Cove (IRE), 50-1 Sammy’s Guarantee (GB), Special Dragon (GB), 80-1 Professor Higgins (IRE), 100-1 Gentleman (GER)

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Race Summary: C&D winner ACT OF AUTHORITY sets a good standard for the rest to aim at and will likely be hard to beat. Bumper recruits Panhandle Slim and Tedtwo can give him most to do. 1-2-3: 1.ACT OF AUTHORITY (FR) 2.PANHANDLE SLIM (IRE) 3.TEDTWO FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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Horse

Age

AHOY SENOR (IRE) (28)

8 12 0

3M 1F 214Y

Jockey

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dara Supreme (IRE) (Darazari (IRE))

Owner: Wymer & Russell Colours: RED, BLACK epaulets and Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross armlets, BLACK cap, RED star. Breeder: Mr D.P. Constable Form: 351F2-P C Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser who landed the Cotswold Chase at Cheltenham in January. Fell in Gold Cup next time but he enhanced his ﬁne Aintree record when runner-up in Grade 1 Bowl a month later. Jumping again let him down on return in Charlie Hall. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/11/2023 it was reported that the horse made a jumping mistake. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 169

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Derek Fox

8 11 2

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Change Partner (FR) (Turtle Island (IRE))

Owner: Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff diabolo, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE Breeder: S.C. Snig Elevage check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star. Sponsor: Potter Group Form: 1/U2P0-1 TIMEFORM VIEW Largely campaigned at around 2 1/2m as a chaser but he had no problem with step up in trip when making winning return at Chepstow (23.6f, heavy) in October, storming clear and eased close home. 7lb higher now but that may not prove his limit now upped further in trip. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 157

MIDNIGHT RIVER (GB) (28)

Ch g Midnight Legend - Well Connected (Presenting)

8 11

Colours: RED, BLACK triple Owner: Mr Frank McAleavy diamond, striped sleeves, Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited hooped cap. 13101-3 Sponsor: TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart handicap chaser who enjoyed a ﬁne 2022/23, improving for the step up in trip when registering third success of the campaign at Aintree (25f) in April. Feasible to think he’ll be sharper for his Charlie Hall reappearance third 4 weeks ago and he’s of real interest. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 156

DUSART (IRE) (224)

B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Dusty Too (Terimon)

ELDORADO ALLEN (FR) (28)

Harry Skelton

8 10 13

Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Owner: Bartlett & Carthy Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn diamonds, WHITE sleeves, RED cap. Breeder: Mrs Virginia McGrath Form: 151/6PBC Sponsor: Albert Bartlett TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly made up into a very smart performer during ﬁrst half of 2022, winning 3 of his 4 starts at up to 3m. Things didn’t go to plan conﬁned to just 3 starts last term, brought down in Scottish National when last seen in April. This a tough enough Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 154 assignment back from 7 months off.

Sam Twiston-Davies

James Bowen

9 10 13

Gr g Khalkevi (IRE) - Hesmeralda (FR) (Royal Charter (FR))

Owner: J P Romans & Terry Warner Colours: YELLOW, BLACK chevron, Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne check cap. Breeder: Mr Bruno Vagne Form: 45054-3 C Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart sort who ran creditably on the back of 6 months off when third of 11 in handicap at Ascot (23.8f) 28 days ago, Still, he was granted the run of the race then and this rates more demanding back up in trip. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 154 (-1)

ZANZA (IRE) (23)

Brendan Powell

9 10 13

B g Arcadio (GER) - What A Bleu (IRE) (Pistolet Bleu (IRE))

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW stripe, Owner: Louisville Syndicate Elite Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead striped cap. Form: 10140-0 C Breeder: Larry Doyle Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced his very good course record when landing Grade 2 Denman Chase in February before a good fourth in Greatwood Gold Cup. Entitled to be sharper for his reappearance run over hurdles 23 days ago but this mark demands that bit more now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 154

GA LAW (FR) (28)

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Law (FR) (Lute Antique (FR))

7 10 11

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE Owner: The Footie Partnership Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn diamond, diamonds on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, ROYAL BLUE diamond. Breeder: Jean-Francois Magnien Form: 31F5P-6 Sponsor: Betvictor TIMEFORM VIEW Landed last season’s Paddy Power Gold Cup and still ﬁrmly in the mix when coming to grief at the last in Sky Bet Chase at Doncaster. Highly tried in 2 starts thereafter but he’ll need to step up plenty on his Wetherby hurdles return 28 days ago. Cheekpieces go on. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 152

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COMPLETE UNKNOWN (IRE) (42) 7 10 11

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Silver Stream (IRE) (Milan)

Colours: RED, BLACK sleeves, Owner: JCG Chua & I Warwick RED spots. Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Form: 51212-1 Breeder: Mr & Mrs A. Cox Sponsor: Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and even better following switch to chasing, impressive when landing 10-runner Kempton handicap (20.5f) in March. Second in Aintree Grade 1 ﬁnal start and likely his reappearance success in 3-runner Newton Abbot chase will have brought Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 152 him on. Respected for leading yard.

MAHLER MISSION (IRE) (27)

B g Mahler - Finnow Turkle (IRE) (Turtle Island (IRE))

7 10 10

REMASTERED (GB) (21)

Ben Harvey (3)

10 10 9

Ch g Network (GER) - Cathodine Cayras (FR) (Martaline)

Jack Tudor

DATSALRIGHTGINO (GER) (34) 7 10 7

B g It’s Gino (GER) - Delightful Soﬁe (GER) (Grand Lodge (USA))

Owner: The GD Partnership Colours: DARK BLUE, MAROON Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn chevron, diabolo on sleeves and Breeder: Stall 5-Stars star on cap. Sponsor: Betvictor Form: 422P1-0 TIMEFORM VIEW Ended novice season with success in Grade 2 company at Ayr (20.5f) in April, staying on well. Not seen to best effect when eighth in Old Roan Chase on return and suspicion there’s more to come from him now stamina is tested further. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 148

MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) (28)

Tom Cannon

7 10 6

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Owner: Colm Herron & Rockview Racing Syndicate Colours: LIGHT BLUE, Trainer: John McConnell, Ireland YELLOW stars, striped sleeves Breeder: Ivor Dulohery and diamonds on cap. Form: 2312F-2 TIMEFORM VIEW Improved model over fences, second in Grade 2 company prior to falling 2 out in NH Chase at Cheltenham (29.9f) in March, 5 lengths up and responding well to pressure at the time. Respectable second over inadequate trip on return at Carlisle (20f) 4 weeks ago. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 151 One to consider on handicap chase debut.

Harry Cobden

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B g Shantou (USA) - Ella Watson (IRE) (Supreme Leader)

KITTY’S LIGHT (GB) (19)

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

7 10 6

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Daraiyna (FR) (Refuse To Bend (IRE))

OUR POWER (IRE) (23)

B g Power - Scripture (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA))

8 10 5

Owner: Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff diabolo, EMERALD GREEN and Breeder: Mr John Hennessy WHITE check sleeves, RED cap. Sponsor: Potter Group Form: 35/110-0 C TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the ground running last term, winning valuable handicaps at Ascot/Kempton (at around 3m). Best not judged too harshly on his run in the National at Aintree but entitled to come forward from his hurdles return 23 days ago. Cheekpieces back on returned to chasing. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 146

TWIG (GB) (35)

Adam Wedge

8 10 2

Owner: Mrs G. Morgan Colours: BEIGE, DARK GREEN Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton hoop and armlets, MAROON cap. Breeder: L. J. Strangman Form: 612-112 C D BF Sponsor: Fitzdares TIMEFORM VIEW 8-y-o who boasts a good strike, adding to his chase tally in the Summer Cup at Uttoxeter (26f) in July. Well backed, matched that level when second of 13 in handicap at Cheltenham in October. Remains low-mileage as a chaser. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143

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B g Sulamani (IRE) - Southern Exit (Poliglote)

Nick Scholﬁeld

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Owner: R J Bedford & All Stars Sports Racing Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE stars, Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend RED sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star. Breeder: The Daraiyna Syndicate Form: 3111-40 D Sponsor: NAF TIMEFORM VIEW Most likeable staying chaser who signed off last season by landing an exceptional hat-trick, winning the Eider Chase, Scottish National and bet365 Gold Cup. Low-key efforts in 2 hurdle spins this term and he may have his sights on targets later in the campaign. Headgear back on. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 147

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Owner: Barrowman Racing Limited Colours: ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham GREEN chevrons, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, RED cap. Breeder: Michael Tobin Form: 41113-P Sponsor: Knox Group TIMEFORM VIEW Highly progressive chaser who won 3 handicaps last winter before ending his campaign with an excellent third to Corach Rambler in the Ultima at Cheltenham (25f, good to soft). Undone by a bad mistake when pulled up on return at Ascot (23.8f) 4 weeks ago and Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 147 he remains one to be positive about.

6 10 2

STUMPTOWN (IRE) (73)

Br g Laverock (IRE) - Active Fieldgale (IRE) (Beneﬁcial) Owner: Furze Bush Syndicate Trainer: Gavin Cromwell, Ireland Breeder: Patrick Aspell

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW stars on sleeves and cap. Form: 112P-40

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in handicaps at Thurles/Sandown prior to a ﬁne second in the Kim Muir at the Festival in March. May have found Irish National coming too soon the following month but hasn’t threatened in a couple of starts during the summer. Comes here with yard in good form. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143

CLOUDY GLEN (IRE) (13)

B g Cloudings (IRE) - Ribble (IRE) (Supreme Leader)

10 10 2

Owner: Hemmings Racing Colours: EMERALD GREEN and Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford YELLOW (quartered), Breeder: Gleadhill House Stud Ltd WHITE sleeves and cap. Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited Form: P0/3PU-2 CD TIMEFORM VIEW Hard to predict but he brought his A game to the table when landing this race on return 2 years ago. Seen only 3 times last season and whilst he proved he retains most of ability when second on return at Cheltenham (27.3f) 13 days ago, he’s not sure to be in same form here. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 142 (+1)

BILL BAXTER (IRE) (27)

Gr g Milan - Blossom Rose (IRE) (Roselier (FR))

MAX FLAMINGO (IRE) (21)

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Flamingo’s Girl (IRE) (Old Vic)

Paul O’Brien

8 10 2

Owner: Mrs Casey/P. McBride/A.Beatty/Mrs Casey Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN Trainer: Francis Casey, Ireland hoops, YELLOW sleeves, RED and Breeder: Mrs P. Casey BLACK hooped cap. Form: P0P0-65 TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a couple of maiden/novice chase contests during early 2022 but largely struggled over fences/hurdles thereafter last term. More encouraging signs in 2 starts over hurdles this campaign and whilst step back up in trip will suit this rates a difficult ask. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 140

20 SHAKEM UP’ARRY (IRE) (30)

Charlie Deutsch

7 10 2

Owner: Glassex Holdings Ltd Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Breeder: Mary Fanning McCormack YELLOW armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap. Form: 11F11-3 Sponsor: 1Account Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Had a fine first season over fences, gaining fourth success when gamely landing the Topham over the National fences at Aintree (21f) in April. Satisfactory reappearance run on unfavourable terms when third at Carlisle (20f) 4 weeks ago. Up significantly in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 141 back from a wind op now.

Daniel Mullins

Simon Torrens

9 10 2

B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Nun Better (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Mr Harry Redknapp Colours: DARK BLUE, ROYAL BLUE Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton seams, WHITE sleeves, RED and Breeder: R. McCarthy WHITE striped cap. Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 3/1534-P TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning return at Exeter (19.2f) last winter prior to posting creditable in-the-frame efforts in handicaps thereafter, albeit possibly stretched by extended 3m at Aintree ﬁnal start. Low-key return at Stratford 30 days ago though, and others rate stronger back up in class. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 140 (-1)

Ben Jones

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 20

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 6, 19. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 12, 13, 20. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 13, 14. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 18.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: LE MILOS 7 11 0 Harry Skelton 9-2 (Dan Skelton) 15 ran

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Betting Forecast: 15-2 Complete Unknown (IRE), 17-2 Mahler Mission (IRE), 9-1 Monbeg Genius (IRE), 11-1 Midnight River (GB), 12-1 Stumptown (IRE), 14-1 Stolen Silver (FR), 18-1 Ahoy Senor (IRE), 20-1 Datsalrightgino (GER), 22-1 Zanza (IRE), Remastered (GB), Our Power (IRE), Twig (GB), Bill Baxter (IRE), 25-1 Dusart (IRE), Eldorado Allen (FR), 28-1 Ga Law (FR), Cloudy Glen (IRE), 33-1 Kitty’s Light (GB), 40-1 Shakem Up’arry (IRE), 66-1 Max Flamingo (IRE) Page 40

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Horse

Age

OUR FRIEND MO (IRE) (24)

5 12 0

B m Mahler - Avoca Star (IRE)

Owner: Anne, Harriet & Lucinda Bond Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham armlets and cap. Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd Form: 36-304 Sponsor: Wasdell Group TIMEFORM VIEW Third in her sole Irish point and showed ability in trio of mares’ maiden/novice events earlier this year. May have needed the run when fourth behind Shesupincourt on handicap debut at Chepstow (23.6f) last month and can do better. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91

FORTUITOUS FAVOUR (IRE) (16) 5

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Northwood Milan (IRE)

BUSHTUCKER PARK (IRE) (24) 5

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Kalico Kalista (IRE)

Benjamin Macey (10)

11 13

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, Owner: Decimus Racing XI Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster ROYAL BLUE chevrons, Breeder: J. R. Weston LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap. Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk Form: 1/03-00 TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Wetherby bumper (12.3f) on NH debut back in December 2021 but clearly had her issues since and fairly low-key efforts in trio of hurdle starts spread over 8 months this year. Bred to stay well however, so marked step up in trip on handicap Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90 bow could see her in a better light.

Jockey

Jack Martin (6)

11 9

Owner: Cousins & Wells Colours: ROYAL BLUE, Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote GREY diamond, armlets Breeder: Ger and Eileen Ryan and diamond on cap. Sponsor: Motaclan Form: 033-43 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward from previous exploits when fourth on handicap debut at Market Rasen (20.6f) in May. That race threw up winners and she shaped similarly on return when third at Warwick (19f, heavy) 24 days ago. Longer trip worth Dylan Johnston (3) exploring and she’s interesting. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86

SHESUPINCOURT (GB) (8)

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Supreme Cove

6 11 6

Owner: Ryan Potter Racing Club Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack Breeder: A. W. Buller

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE spots, WHITE and LIGHT BLUE halved sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap. Form: 223-51U BF TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark in 3m handicap hurdle at Chepstow (23.6f, heavy) on penultimate start and looked unlucky when unseating on chase debut back at that venue 8 days ago. Can’t be ruled out returned to smaller obstacles. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 83

PIPERS CROSS (IRE) (160)

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Oatﬁeld Lady (IRE)

James Turner (3)

6 11 2

Owner: Mrs Sarah Johnstone - Cooke Colours: BLACK, RED chevrons, Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon RED sleeves, BLACK stars and cap. Breeder: Grove View Stud Limited Form: 032-043 TIMEFORM VIEW Kelso bumper winner who made the frame in handicaps over hurdles earlier this year. Merely ticking over when last seen but has made an interesting yard switch ahead of this return to action, so worth a look from such a lowly mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 79

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Kai Lenihan (3)

WELL PAID SOLDIER (IRE) (24) 5 10 13

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - High Dough (IRE)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK and Owner: Mrs P. L. Bridel Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke LIGHT BLUE halved sleeves, Breeder: Mr Noel O’Brien BLACK cap. Form: 000-r TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 3 quick qualifying runs in the spring but yet to be asked for her effort when running out approaching 3 out on return/handicap debut at Chepstow (19.5f, heavy) in November. Cheekpieces go on now and she’s not dismissed out of hand. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76

Dylan Whelan (3)

COMMITTEE OF ONE (GB) (24) 8 10 11

B m Universal (IRE) - Inkberrow Rose (IRE)

Owner: Lewis Family & Tom Gretton Racing Club Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow star, chevrons on sleeves, Breeder: Middle Bouts Farm EMERALD GREEN cap, RED star. Sponsor: JMC Surfacing Contractors, Treehouse Sporting Colours Form: 3/0P/P5-3 TIMEFORM VIEW Fallen long way in weights since opening her account at Ffos Las during early 2021 and comfortably produced best effort for some time when third behind Shesupincourt at Chepstow 24 days ago. Task is to build on that now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74

Luke Scott

4 10 4

LEAN ON ME (IRE) (23)

B f Court Cave (IRE) - Baliya (IRE)

Owner: Stuart Edmunds Racing Club Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard seams and armlets, striped cap. Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Form: P-145P Sponsor: Oakman Group PLC, Science Supplements TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole completed start between the ﬂags, but little short-term promise in 3 quick-ﬁre hurdle runs this term. Still, pedigree offers hope she can do better and she goes handicapping now from a very low mark. One to monitor in the betting for clues. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68

Harry Atkins (5)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 1, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: WALK IN MY SHOES (IRE) 6 11 11 Jamie Brace 11-8 (Jonjo O’Neill) 6 ran

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Betting Forecast: 3-1 Shesupincourt (GB), 7-2 Bushtucker Park (IRE), 6-1 Fortuitous Favour (IRE), 7-1 Our Friend Mo (IRE), Pipers Cross (IRE), 11-1 Well Paid Soldier (IRE), 14-1 Committee of One (GB), 16-1 Lean On Me (IRE) Race Summary: Claims can be made for plenty and it could just be worth chancing PIPERS CROSS. She appeals as being on a workable mark on the pick of last season’s form and, having made an interesting yard switch ahead of her return, it would come as no surprise to see her thereabouts. Bushtucker Park and Shesupincourt are just a couple of others to consider. 1-2-3: 1.PIPERS CROSS (IRE) 2.BUSHTUCKER PARK (IRE) 3.SHESUPINCOURT FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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THE BETMGM REHEARSAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) No

Horse

Age

SHISHKIN (IRE) (7)

9 12 0

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Labarynth (IRE)

Colours: YELLOW and BLACK Owner: Mrs J Donnelly Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn check, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK star. Breeder: C.J. & E.B. Bennett Form: P/3121-T BF Sponsor: Unibet TIMEFORM VIEW Brilliant chaser on his day, routing Pic d’Orhy in Ascot Chase in February and proved his stamina for 3m+ when landing the Bowl at Aintree in April. Blotted his copybook when refusing to race in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces (discarded) at Ascot last weekend. Has to be Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 173 treated with some caution after that.

Jockey

Nico de Boinville

7 10 7

GA LAW (FR) (28)

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Law (FR)

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE Owner: The Footie Partnership Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn diamond, diamonds on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, ROYAL BLUE diamond. Breeder: Jean-Francois Magnien Form: 31F5P-6 Sponsor: Betvictor TIMEFORM VIEW Won last season’s Paddy Power at Cheltenham and every chance when falling last in Sky Bet Chase at Doncaster in January. Found it hard at Grade 1 level on ﬁnal 2 outings but his record in good handicap chases earns him a place on shortlist. Sharper for an outing over hurdles. Cheekpieces go on. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 152

2M 7F 91Y

Gavin Sheehan

DATSALRIGHTGINO (GER) (34) 7 10 3

B g It’s Gino (GER) - Delightful Soﬁe (GER)

Owner: The GD Partnership Colours: DARK BLUE, MAROON Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn chevron, diabolo on sleeves and Breeder: Stall 5-Stars star on cap. Sponsor: Betvictor Form: 422P1-0 TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a good novice chase campaign with a Grade 2 success over 20.5f at Ayr in April. Caught too far back in Old Roan at Aintree on reappearance and can do better now. This longer trip should be within range. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 148

ELVIS MAIL (FR) (35)

Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR)

9 10 2

Colours: PINK, DARK GREEN Owner: The Ladies Who Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston epaulets and armlets, Breeder: Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois DARK GREEN cap, PINK spots. 633U1-1 Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Has registered smart performances when winning 3 1/4m handicap chases at Kelso (all wins there and Ayr) on his last 2 outings, making light of a 7-month absence when seeing off 5 rivals at the end of October. Effectively another 4lb higher now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 146

CIEL DE NEIGE (FR) (73)

B g Authorized (IRE) - In Caso di Neve (FR) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: Gregor Vischer

Bruce Lynn (3)

8 10 2

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap. Form: 500U-60

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser at his peak for Willie Mullins. Shaped quite well when sixth of 22 in Galway Plate on reappearance but failed to build on it when down the ﬁeld in Kerry National at Listowel since. First outing for new yard. 2lb out of weights. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 145

Jonathan Burke

Richie McLernon

A WAVE OF THE SEA (IRE) (41) 7 10 2

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Je T’Adore (IRE) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: John Yarr

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, EMERALD GREEN cap, WHITE star. Form: P0-4404 TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022 but did end his time with Joseph O’Brien with a creditable fourth of 12 in handicap chase at Limerick (3m, heavy) 6 weeks ago. 3lb out of the handicap on ﬁrst outing for Ben Haslam. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 144

EMPIRE STEEL (IRE) (35)

Gr g Aizavoski (IRE) - Talk of Rain (FR)

Jack Hogan (3)

9 10 2

Owner: Alan Wight Colours: PINK, GREEN sleeves, Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw check cap. Breeder: Mr Nick Blanchﬁeld Form: 2/0010-3 D BF Sponsor: Sandy Thomson TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form when landing a 4-runner listed chase at Kelso (3m, good to soft) in March. Creditable 4 1/4 lengths third of 6 to Elvis Mail on 3 1/4m reappearance there, jumping boldly and racing with plenty of zest. Could go well with that under Danny McMenamin his belt. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143

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7 10 2

BILL BAXTER (IRE) (27)

Gr g Milan - Blossom Rose (IRE)

Owner: Glassex Holdings Ltd Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Breeder: Mary Fanning McCormack YELLOW armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap. Form: 11F11-3 Sponsor: 1Account Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins as a ﬁrst-season chaser, culminating with a game success in Topham at Aintree (21f, good to soft). Had a bit to ﬁnd and made a satisfactory return to action when third of 4 in Carlisle listed chase last month. Back up in trip. Has had Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 141 wind surgery.

Lilly Pinchin

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: L’HOMME PRESSE (FR) 7 12 0 Charlie Deutsch 6-4 (Venetia Williams) 9 ran

Betting Forecast: 7-4 Shishkin (IRE), 5-1 Empire Steel (IRE), 8-1 Datsalrightgino (GER), Elvis Mail (FR), 9-1 Ga Law (FR), 10-1 Bill Baxter (IRE), 16-1 A Wave of The Sea (IRE), 22-1 Ciel De Neige (FR) Race Summary: A top-class sort at the head of the weights leaves more than half the field out of the handicap. GA LAW is one who can race off his correct mark and can leave his hurdle reappearance behind and add to his fine record in top handicap chases. There have to be doubts about Shishkin after he planted himself at the start at Ascot last weekend but he’ll surely have a big say if setting off this time. The selection’s stablemate Datsalrightgino will be a player if running here rather than Newbury.

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1-2-3: 1.GA LAW (FR) 2.SHISHKIN (IRE) 3.DATSALRIGHTGINO (GER)

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Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

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SIXTH RACE 3.31

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Total prize fund £4999

THE EXCEL SIGNS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

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Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2639 to the winning horse The second to receive £1214, the third £607 and the fourth £303. for four and ﬁve yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, November 27th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 30th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Excel Signs have generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 14 entries at £24. - Closed November 27th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252. (Penalty Value £2639.97)

Horse

Age

GALLONRAY (IRE) (-)

4 11 2

B g Westerner - Other Salsa (FR)

Jockey

Owner: Elphick, Shalvey, Shanahan Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote hooped sleeves, striped cap. Breeder: Patrick Cashman Form: TIMEFORM VIEW €75,000 3-y-o, Westerner gelding. Brother to fair hurdler Kingofthewest, from good family. Highly respected on debut for yard who are no stranger to success in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

GUARD THE MOON (GB) (23)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Polly Potter

5 11 2

Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd Colours: WHITE, RED braces, Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star. Breeder: James & Jean Potter Form: 6 Sponsor: Potter Group TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/smart chaser Potterman. 33/1, showed ability when midﬁeld in 13-runner Newbury bumper (16.3f) run in tough conditions 23 days ago, weakening from 3f out. May do better. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

ISHOLO DU VIVIEN (FR) (56)

Br g Voiladenuo (FR) - Sholowisas (FR)

Sean Bowen

James Turner (7)

5 11 2

Colours: RED, BLACK stars, Owner: Mrs Carol Shaw Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley diabolo on sleeves and stars on cap. Breeder: Mr Yves Letort Form: P2-F1 Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW €25,000 3-y-o. Dam hurdle/chase winner in France. Successful on last of 4 starts in Irish points (Oct 7). Plenty of appeal. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

JOYEUX MANS (FR) (216)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Adhiana Mans (FR)

Theo Gillard

4 11 2

Colours: WHITE, MAUVE cap. Owner: Kiltulla Partnership Form: P Trainer: C. W. J. Farrell, Ireland Breeder: G. Delormie, V. Fuzy & L. Delorme TIMEFORM VIEW €18,000 3-y-o, Cokoriko gelding. Dam maiden hurdler/chaser in France. Pulled up sole start in points (Apr 30). Market should prove a useful guide. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Philip Donovan (5)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 1.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2022: SOLE SOLUTION (IRE) 4 11 0 Ned Fox 5-2 (Venetia Williams) 4 ran

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PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast: 5-4 Isholo du Vivien (FR), 7-4 Gallonray (IRE), 7-1 Joyeux Mans (FR), 8-1 Guard The Moon (GB) Race Summary: The market will prove informative but GALLONRAY makes plenty of appeal on paper for a stable no stranger to success in this sphere and could be the way to go. Isholo du Vivien, successful on his latest start in points in October, may emerge as the chief threat on debut for Donald McCain. 1-2-3: 1.GALLONRAY (IRE) 2.ISHOLO DU VIVIEN (FR) 3.GUARD THE MOON FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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