Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Saturday 20th April

YOUR GUIDE TO TODAY’S RACING

SATURDAY 20TH APRIL

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

SATURDAY 20TH APRIL 2024

Good afternoon,

Welcome to Family Day at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse, a day that’s sure to be fun for all the family to enjoy.

The day consists of thrilling racing, fantastic children’s activities, and an exciting visit from our new ROR Equine Ambassador, Sleepy Haven aka ‘Noddy’. We are also delighted to welcome the team from Racing to School who are giving guests the opportunity to give racing a go on an equine simulator. Be sure to head over to the Bangor-on-Dee end Open Course to meet Sleepy Haven and see all we have on offer.

We have seven exciting races on the card today beginning with the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Novices’ Hurdle Race at 1.05pm. At 2.15pm, we see the horses take to the track for the DragonBet Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap Steeple Chase with a total prize pot of £12,000 The day draws to a close at 4.35pm with the Nightingale House Hospice Junior National Hunt Flat Race.

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank today’s sponsors, Weatherbys, DragonBet, and Camden Stout. All at Bangor-on-Dee are grateful for your continued support.

We next race on the 18th May for Wrexham Day A day to celebrate our local city and all the things that make it special. I hope you’ll join us once again for an enjoyable day of racing at North Wales’ only racecourse.

Jonathon Turner, Chairman Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

CONTENTS & TODAY’S RACING

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

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

The Directors of Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse thank our sponsors for their generous sponsorship today.

HOW TO BET WITH A RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER

WAYS TO BET STRAIGHT EACH WAY

Win only

A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.

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.

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) 6 11 4

B g Oscar (IRE) - Lisa’s Storm (IRE) Patrick Corbett (7)

Owner: Mr C Trembath & Mr R Hyde

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: Tom and P. Phelan

Sponsor: Chanelle

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

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 -

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

2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth

3. 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

4. Horse’s name

5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

6. Number of day’s since horse last ran

7. Age of horse

8. Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds

9. Owner’s Name(s)

10 Breeder

11. Sponsor

12. Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment

13. Owner’s Colours description

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

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

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.

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 (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:

D MCCAIN (66 wins from 323 runners, 20%) runs GRAND ALBERT (1.05), TARA COVE (1.40), GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (2.15), GREY SKIES (2.50), PRESENT FAIR and TRICK OF THE TAIL and CAMARRATE and BADLANDS BOY (3.25), GALUNGGUNG and MALPAS (4.00).

OLIVER GREENALL & JOSH GUERRIERO (18 wins from 166 runners, 11%) runs DUSAUTIOR (1.40), LIPA K (2.15), WHODINI (2.50), SILVERBRIDGE (3.25), FINN LOUGH (4.00).

G HANMER (14 wins from 111 runners, 13%) runs MONTE IGUELDO (2.50).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (13 wins from 66 runners, 20%) runs BALLYCAMUS (2.50).

J CANDLISH (13 wins from 89 runners, 15%) runs THANK YOU BLUE (3.25), YEALAND (4.00).

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D SKELTON (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs ILLICO DE COTTE (1.05), VICKI VALE (2.15), ELLE EST BEAU (4.00).

N HENDERSON (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runs DOCTOR KILDARE (4.35).

R L LLEWELLYN (4 wins from 7 runners, 57%) runs NO TACKLE (2.50), CAPTAIN TRIGGER (4.35).

OLIVER GREENALL & JOSH GUERRIERO (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runners listed above

MR M T WALFORD (2 wins from 16 runners, 12%) runs BLAZING SOLDIER (4.00).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:

BRIAN HUGHES (53 wins from 213 rides, 25%) rides GRAND ALBERT (1.05), LE GRAND VERT (1.40), GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (2.15), GREY SKIES (2.50), CAMARRATE (3.25),

GALUNGGUNG (4.00), MYTHICAL MOON (4.35).

SEAN BOWEN (13 wins from 86 rides, 15%) rides HAITI COULEURS (1.05), NINE NINE NINE (1.40), OUR FOLLET (3.25), IRON HEART (4.00), ALEXANDRA LAROSE (4.35).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

SEAN BOWEN (7 wins from 31 rides, 23%) rides listed above

BRIAN HUGHES (4 wins from 20 rides, 20%) rides listed above

STAN SHEPPARD (3 wins from 9 rides, 33%) rides WALK WITH CHARISMA (4.35).

HARRY KIMBER (3 wins from 7 rides, 43%) rides CAERULEUM (1.40).

LORCAN WILLIAMS (3 wins from 7 rides, 43%) rides BAMPTON STAR (1.40).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.15 ONE FINE MAN (won off 122 down 8lb to 114).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

GLENAVADDRA (1.40) trained by G Bewley, Colby, distance of 323 miles.

BAMPTON STAR (1.40) trained by J Scott, Dulverton, distance of 232 miles.

RECORD HIGH (1.05) trained by Miss Suzy Smith, Littlehampton, distance of 225 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th April.

Today we have our ROR Equine ambassador SLEEPY HAVEN at the racecourse!

You can learn more about Sleepy Haven at 11.45am in the Parade Ring or throughout the day on the Open Course

Pop by his stable on the Open Course to say hello and get up-close to a previous Bangor-on-Dee winner!

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BEST SELECTIONS ON THE DAY RA

HAITI COULEURS benefited from a drop in class when gaining a first career success at Chepstow last month. The seven-year-old was a cut above the opposition and while this appears to be a tougher assignment on paper, he has plenty in his favour to make it back-to-back victories. Grand Albert won here on his latest start and is respected going up in distance, while the likes of Galassian, Illico De Cotte and Heros De Romay add further spice to the contest

TOTEWIN: HAITI COULEURS

TOTEEACHWAY: GRAND ALBERT

BAMPTON STAR has progressed well for the switch to fences, with victories on both starts at Exeter The handicapper has raised him 8lb for the latest of those but he appears capable of further improvement Le Grand Vert has been running with credit of late and is a key player, with Brian Hughes a notable jockey booking. Dusautior is entitled to step forward from his third at Huntingdon and is capable of a decent showing, as is Nine Nine Nine.

TOTEWIN: BAMPTON STAR

TOTEEACHWAY: LE GRAND VERT RA

GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES went up 10lb following a comfortable success at Market Rasen, when dropped back in trip on just his second start over fences. The return to softer conditions is unlikely to prove an issue because he won on heavy ground over hurdles at Uttoxeter in November Reverting to fences is likely to benefit Charlie’s Glance after his comeback third over timber at Fakenham at the start of the month. Others to note include Fast Buck and Vicki Vale.

TOTEWIN: GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES

RA CE 4

TOTEEACHWAY: CHARLIE’S GLANCE

BALLYCAMUS ran with plenty of credit here over further when second in a higher grade last month, and dropping back in trip on this occasion can see him in his best light. A comfortable winner over this distance at Warwick in January, the seven-year-old is narrowly preferred to the progressive Whodini, who found only one too strong when on a hat-trick at Ayr. Narrowly denied at Carlisle last time out, Grey Skies is likely to appreciate the step up from 2m.

TOTEWIN: BALLYCAMUS

TOTEEACHWAY: WHODINI

BALHAMBAR has improved hand over fist since joining the Harry Derham stable, and a 6lb rise for his recent success at Ludlow may not be enough to prevent him from doubling up. Bucephalus arrives with strong claims following his victory at Newbury in March, which came prior to a defeat on the level, while Camarrate makes his handicap debut on the back of a Fakenham triumph. Third to Sir Gino at Kempton over Christmas before an easy Wetherby victory, Torneo then occupied the runner-berth on his handicap bow and cannot be ruled out either

TOTEWIN: BALHAMBAR

TOTEEACHWAY: BUCEPHALUS

Galunggung took a step forward from his debut over hurdles to justify odds-on favouritism at Hexham and it will be interesting to see how he fares in the market on his handicap bow However, preference is for YEALAND, who struck by half a length at Haydock and has been put up 6lb, but with Luke Scott negating 5lb of that rise, he could be the one to beat again. Malpas completes the shortlist.

TOTEWIN: YEALAND

TOTEEACHWAY: GALUNGGUNG

DOCTOR KILDARE was sent off a warm order when beaten into fourth on his debut at Newbury in January, but he will have learned a great deal from the experience. Nicky Henderson’s four-year-old should have plenty more to offer and he looks the one to beat Mythical Moon failed to fire at Kempton but he has Brian Hughes taking over the reins, which suggests he could take a big leap forward. Any market confidence behind Walk With Charisma would be interesting.

TOTEWIN: DOCTOR KILDARE

TOTEEACHWAY: MYTHICAL MOON

Head to the Bangor-on-Dee Open Course for exciting activities!

11.55am

*Meet at the Racing to School area on the Open Course for a tour of the Weighing Room.

12.55pm

*Meet at the Racing to School area on the Open Course for visit to the start of the 1st race.

1.30pm

*Meet at the Racing to School area on the Open Course for visit to the start of the 2nd race.

*First come, first served. There are limited spaces for the Weighing Room tour and the trip to the start.

Visit our ROR Equine Ambassador Sleep Haven throughout the day!

Have a go at being a jockey at the Racing to School racing simulator.

Race preview from Weatherbys

Itisarealpleasuretobesponsoringtwo races across the card this afternoon and course winner Grand Albert sets a good standard in the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Novices’ Hurdle

The Point-to-Point winner made an encouraging start when second in a bumper here, and posted a good effortonhissecondhurdlesstartwhen keeping on well behind a progressive Ben Pauling novice, the pair pulling clear. Donald McCain’s six-year-old ran out a commanding winner here last time, making all to an impressive victory,andthestepupintriplookssure tobringaboutfurtherimprovement.

The two highest rated in the field are

Donald McCain’s six-yearold ran out a commanding winner here last time.

Haiti Couleurs and Heros De Romay.

The former, trained by Rebecca Curtis, found Grade 2 company too competitive when a well beaten fourth at Haydock but bounced back emphatically when winning a Chepstow maiden hurdle in a canter last time. The latter is a half-brother to high-class chaser Espoir De Romay but, although a determined winner on hurdles debut, has been let down by jumping the last twice. Following a brace of runner-up finishes, Dan Skelton’s Illico De Cotte got off the mark over timber at the fourth time of

asking at Hereford but must bounce backfromaweakeningthirdlasttime, althoughdidhaveexcuses.

A competitive field of 15 go to post for the weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap Hurdle and Donald McCain, who has won this race three times, looks to holdanotherstronghandwithMalpas andGalunggung.Theformerreturned to form over fences here last time, rallying home late to be denied just half-a-length. He reverts to hurdles here from a mark of 105, 7lbs below his last winning mark. Galunggung is the mount of Brian Hughes and kept on extremely well on the back of an extendedbreaktowinhissecondstart overhurdleslasttime;thelightly-raced eight-year-oldwillappreciatethestep upintriphere.

The top weighted Yealand arrives here on the back of a gutsy victory at Haydock, repelling a late challenge withthefrontpairwellclearofthefield. Althoughup6lbs,thefive-year-oldhas wontwoofhislastfourstartsforJennie Candlish and still looks to be on an upwardtrajectory.ElleEstBeaucomes from the family of Grand National winnerManyCloudsand,althoughstill a maiden, showed enough when third atSandowntosuggestsheiscapable ofwinningoffthissortofmark.

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FIRST RACE 1.05

Total prize fund £10000

THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb 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 No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb Weatherbys has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey and £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in the race 17 entries at £50. - Closed April 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

1 GRAND ALBERT (IRE) (28)

Ch g Jet Away - Ruthy Lukey (IRE)

Owner: Owners Group 123

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: James Codd

Sponsor: Owners Group

Colours: MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap

Form: 31-2321 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who got off the mark over hurdles in likeable fashion in 5-runner novice at this course (19.6f, heavy) 4 weeks ago Should go on improving now that his stamina is drawn out and looks up to defying a penalty

2 HAITI COULEURS (FR) (34)

B g Dragon Dancer - Inchala (FR)

Owner: The Brizzle Boys

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: Dr V. Simon, Mrs V. Simon & Mr N. Simon

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: ORANGE, RED, PURPLE & DARK BLUE spectrum, WHITE collar and sleeves and peak to cap

Form:

2241

respected under a penalty. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122

3 HEROS DE ROMAY (FR) (81) 7 11 12

B g My Risk (FR) - Miss du Seuil (FR)

Owner: Lady Dulverton

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: G. Gordat, O. Gordat & F. Dussably

Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

Colours: YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN epaulets and armlets.

Form: 12-133

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred bumper winner who showed a good attitude to make a successful hurdling debut in a Chepstow maiden in November Hasn’t quite matched that form both outings since but he’d be a threat if bouncing back.

4

ILLICO DE COTTE (FR) (26)

Ch g Kitkou (FR) - A Cote de Cotte (FR)

Owner: Mr Robert Kirkland

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: G. Vincent, A. Geffroy & G. Richardot

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

6 11 12

Colours: RED, BLACK armlets. Form: 1-2P213

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who came good at the fourth time of asking for new connections when game winner of a 25.5f Hereford maiden hurdle in February However, proved somewhat disappointing when only third of 5 in first-time cheekpieces on handicap debut at Huntingdon subsequently.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

5 GALASSIAN (GB) (549)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - La Harde (FR)

Owner: The Chuggies

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg

Sponsor: Bob Price & Son Groundworks

7 11 6

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, YELLOW cap

Form: FF/12-

B g Doyen (IRE) - Trajectus

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Michael McSweeney

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap

Form: 004-PP

Kielan Woods

7 RECORD HIGH (IRE) (40)

B g Mahler - Leapy Lady (IRE)

Owner: Wallace Racing

Trainer: Suzy Smith, Littlehampton

Breeder: Sean O’Reilly

Sponsor: Tote

7

11 6

Colours: WHITE and BLACK stripes, BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, RED cap

Form: 251/3-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Fontwell bumper winner in February 2022. However, very lightly raced since and only modest form in 2 novice hurdles. Engaged 1.30 Fontwell Friday. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/3/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingCiaran Gethings

8 TOP KAP (IRE) (151)

Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Rose Indienne (FR)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Top Kap

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Olive Print & Graphics

6

11 6

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap

Form: 6-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form only start in bumpers and in need of the experience sent hurdling on first run since leaving Tom Lacey when sixth of 8 in a Lingfield maiden (19.5f, good to soft) in November Probably one for handicaps later on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingRex Dingle

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

The Result

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Grand Albert (IRE), 7-2 Haiti Couleurs (FR), 4-1 Heros de Romay (FR), 6-1 Galassian (GB), 13-2 Illico de Cotte (FR), 33-1 Record High (IRE), 40-1 Top Kap (IRE), 66-1 Industrialist (IRE)

Race Summary:

GRAND ALBERT should go on improving now that his stamina is drawn out, so there’s every reason to believe he can defy a penalty. Fellow last-time-out scorer Haiti Couleurs is much respected with some of his earlier form reading well in the context of this race Galassian hasn’t been seen for 18 months but reappears with his yard in good form and also needs considering

1-2-3:

1.GRAND ALBERT (IRE) 2.HAITI COULEURS (FR) 3.GALASSIAN

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AYR 1.15

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £50000

THE SCOTTY BRAND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

2M 110Y

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 TOMMY’S OSCAR (IRE) (49)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Glibin (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ian Hamilton

Trainer: Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Breeder: Mrs E. Kelly

Sponsor: Hamilton

9 12 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED chevrons, quartered cap.

Form: 2-14044 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser proved better than ever when making a winning return at Kelso Not beaten too far when fourth of 5 at Doncaster (16.4f, soft) last time, albeit comprimising his chance by jumping right-handed late on. Respected. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 152 Danny McMenamin

2 UNCLE PHIL (IRE) (98)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Synthe Davis (FR)

Owner: Mrs J. Donnelly

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: Mr K. D. Cotter

7 11 12

Colours: YELLOW and BLACK check, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK star

Form: U16131 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won novice events at Kilbeggan and Listowel in the summer before notching his third win over fences in an 11-runner handicap chase at Fairyhouse (17.3f, soft) in January, jumping well and travelling enthusiastically 11lb higher now but has to be respected. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 150 P. Townend

3 PEMBROKE (GB) (56)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Moyliscar

Owner: Jon and Julia Aisbitt

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mrs Caroline George

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

7 11 5

Colours: DARK BLUE and MAROON diabolo, MAROON sleeves, DARK BLUE cap.

Form: 241133 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole finisher under gruelling conditions in 4-runner Aintree novice chase prior to Christmas. Seemingly better form when third in a Lingfield Grade 2 the following but ended race in rather tame fashion at Kempton last time Others preferred overall.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143 Harry Skelton

4 SANS BRUIT (FR) (9)

B g Triple Threat (FR) - Swedish Dancer (IRE)

Owner: Mr Andy Peake

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Societe D’Entrainement Louis Baudron

Sponsor: Morson Group

6 11 2

Colours: GREY, RED hoops, GREY sleeves, RED stars and cap Form: 000021 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French gelding jumped his rivals into submission from the front when the 15-runner Red Rum Handicap Chase (15.8f, soft, 5/1) 9 days ago Very much the type to go on improving and makes plenty of appeal bidding to follow up.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 140 Bryony Frost

5 TRAPRAIN LAW (FR) (54)

Gr g Martaline - Pina (FR)

Owner: Mr Raymond Anderson Green

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Ra. Green

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

6 11 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW sash and star on cap Form: 13-3151 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive over hurdles and got off the mark at the second attempt in this sphere when scoring at Kelso (17f, heavy) just after Christmas. Even better form when jumping/travelling fluently to make all over C&D (heavy) 54 days ago and he should have more to offer.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 138 Patrick Wadge (3)

6 PERSIAN TIME (GB) (35)

B g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest

Owner: McNeill Family & Stone Family

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Clarendon Farm

Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

6 10 12

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE star and star on cap Form: P2-21P1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Slightly fortunate to land a 4-runner novice handicap at Ascot in December and after a lesser effort at Cheltenham, got back on the up when landing a 5-runner handicap at Kempton (18f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Hard to discount having been nudged up only 3lb

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 136 Nico de Boinville

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2023: MALYSTIC 9 12 0 Danny McMenamin 8-1 (Peter Niven) 9 ran PLAY

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Sans Bruit (FR), 7-2 Uncle Phil (IRE), 9-2 Traprain Law (FR), 11-2 Persian Time (GB), 6-1 Tommy’s Oscar (IRE), 10-1 Pembroke (GB)

Race Summary:

SANS BRUIT was most impressive when routing a bigger field at Aintree last week and Paul Nicholls’ unexposed six-year-old should be able to take a 10lb rise in his stride Uncle Phil has already developed into a smart chaser and rates as a major threat as part of the raiding Mullins battalion, with Traprain Law also capable of adding to his positive C&D record.

1-2-3:

1.SANS BRUIT (FR) 2.UNCLE PHIL (IRE) 3.TRAPRAIN LAW (FR)

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SECOND RACE 1.40

THE MAYOR OF WREXHAM NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Councillor Andy Williams will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £40. - Closed April 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) No Horse

1

B g Kayf Tara - United (GER)

Owner: George and Glenda Giles

Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Breeder: R. B. Holt

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers

Colours: RED, YELLOW sleeves, RED stars.

Form: P53-211 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on last season’s maiden/novice hurdle exploits when runner-up on return/handicap debut in that sphere at Lingfield in February Further progress equipped with cheekpieces/switched to fences the last twice, bagging back-to-back heavy-ground 3m handicap chases at Exeter The one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Reves d’Amour (IRE)

Owner: Moorland Racing & P R Whilock

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Distillery Stud

Sponsor: Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors

Colours: RED, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, WHITE and RED chevrons on sleeves, RED and WHITE hooped cap

Form: 131334 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Leicester in January and doubled tally over 2 1/2m back at that venue last month. Has remained in decent form since. albeit without leaving the impression that he has anything at all in hand of his current mark. Looks vulnerable back up in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

3

DUSAUTIOR (GB) (38)

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Denisette (FR)

Owner: Botticelli Racing

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Sponsor: Swansway

6

11 5

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stripe, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves, WHITE cap, BLACK diamond.

Form: 33-0003 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in 3 starts over hurdles (all at 2m) but this former winning pointer predictably took a step forward when third upped to 23.6f for his chase/ handicap debut at Huntingdon. The first-time cheekpieces he sported that day remain in place and he’s a player off the same mark.Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91

B g Kayf Tara - Plumton Dawn (IRE)

Owner: David & Carol Shaw

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr D. Cantillon and Mr E. Cantillon

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap

Form: 0645P5 D

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Eliga (FR)

Owner: Mr Richard Howard & Mr Ben Howard

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: S.C. P. Ecurie Pegase & Mme S. Mottier

Sponsor: Effingham Steel Services Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, PINK seams, diamonds on sleeves, PINK cap

Form: 0U3022 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over hurdles in France for Francois Nicolle back in 2021, which is his sole success form 25 starts overall. Record in this sphere stands at 0-14 but arrives here on the back of solid efforts in defeat at Wetherby and Newcastle (both at around 3m on testing ground). Major each-way chance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

Br g Millenary - Queen of The Blues (IRE)

Owner: Buckingham, Chapman, Langford & Ritzema

Trainer: Robert Walford, Blandford

Breeder: T. C. Dawson

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE chevron and sleeves, striped cap

Form: 6-62452

TIMEFORM VIEW Upped his game switched to fences for the first time when finding just one too good at Exeter (3m, heavy) in December However, he has proved largely disappointing since and others bring more compelling claims to the table. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 86

Sean Bowen

Toby Wynne (3)

7 ON THE PLATFORM (IRE) (51)

B g Valirann (FR) - Coca’s Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Belinda Clarke

Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr A. B. O’Brien

8

10 13

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap

Form: 2-42P3P C BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent in defeat for John Groucott last term, a campaign he signed off by finishing second in this race 12 months ago On the same mark this time but has failed to fire since on each of his last 3 starts and needs to bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 85 Lee Edwards

8

LEADING THE WAY (IRE) (62)

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Another Flower (IRE)

Owner: Ms G. Howell

Trainer: Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Breeder: Richard Healy

Sponsor: Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, Nds Equine Nutrition

8

10 2

Colours: YELLOW, MAUVE epaulets. Form: 5-00604

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who offered little in pair of chase starts, latterly when well held last of 4 at Southwell (20.4f, heavy) in February Mark has eased further but he can only be watched. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 74 Tabitha Worsley (3)

9 BLACK MARKET (IRE) (40)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Aneda Dubh (IRE)

Owner: Fellowship Of The Rose Partnership 2

Trainer: John Norton, Barnsley

Breeder: George Lane

Sponsor: Right Advice Ltd

10 10 2

Colours: MAROON, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW star Form: 06P/3/P-P

VIEW Fair ex-Irish hurdler but has shown little for current yard, pulled up again over hurdles at Stratford last time Others make more appeal. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 69

Br g Jet Away - Kerryhead Sunshine

Owner: Holland and Bewley

Trainer: George Bewley, Colby

Breeder: Mary Roche & Greg Rossiter

Sponsor: Lloyd Ltd

Betting Forecast:

6-4 Bampton Star (GB),

Dusautior (GB), 6-1 Le Grand Vert (FR), 7-1 Nine Nine Nine (GB), 10-1 On The Platform (IRE), 12-1 Caeruleum (GB), 25-1 Tara Cove (IRE), 80-1 Leading The Way (IRE), 300-1 Black Market (IRE), Glenavaddra (IRE)

Race Summary:

There could be more to come from BAMPTON STAR, who is unbeaten in two starts over fences and an 8lb rise for his latest success at Exeter looks manageable given the way he went about his business that day. There were a number of factors which seemingly contributed to an improved display from Dusautior at Huntingdon and, if able to build on that, he may well emerge as the main danger ahead of Le Grand Vert. 1-2-3:

1.BAMPTON STAR 2.DUSAUTIOR 3.LE GRAND VERT (FR)

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THE DUBAI DUTY FREE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Registered as the Fred Darling Stakes) (Group 3)

B f Kingman - Nahrain (Selkirk (USA))

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Breeder: Godolphin

9 2 (2)

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK epaulets.

Form: 1- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Well related (half-sister to Benbatl) and overcame a pace bias to make an impressive winning start at Southwell 148 days ago Inexperience is an issue but well worth an early go in this company. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - James Doyle 2 FOLGARIA (IRE) (181)

9 2 (1)

B f Due Diligence (USA) - Full Moon Fever (IRE) (Azamour (IRE))

Owner: Scuderia Sagam Srls

Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket

Breeder: T. Boylan

Sponsor: Marco Botti Ltd

Colours: MAROON, YELLOW seams, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON armlets, YELLOW cap

Form: 11111-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly Won 9-runner Premio Dormello at Milan (8f, soft) by 2 1/4 lengths from Three Havanas. Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Stefano Botti. Has the form to merit consideration on British debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105 Hollie Doyle

3 REGAL JUBILEE (GB) (168)

B f Frankel - Regal Realm (Medicean)

Owner: Cheveley Park Stud

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

9 2 (3)

Colours: RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap

Form: 011-

TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut form well behind when running out an impressive winner of a Windsor and took another marked step forward to land a listed event at Newmarket with something to spare. Can continue her progress after five months off and looks the one to beat.

Kieran Shoemark

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 99

4 RELIEF RALLY (IRE) (240)

B f Kodiac - Kathoe (IRE) (Fayruz)

Owner: Mr Zhang Yuesheng

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: C. M. Farrell

9 2 (6)

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: 11211- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Her only defeat in 5 starts has come when edged out in the Queen Mary at Royal Ascot and she has since bagged the Newbury Super Sprint and York’s Lowther Stakes on her first go over 6f Strong claims on return.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107

5 STAR MUSIC (GB) (190)

Ch f Zoustar (AUS) - Fast Lily (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Plantation Stud

9 2 (4)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves, WHITE cap

Form: 3313- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who improved again upped in trip/under more positive ride when running out a 7.5 length winner of a Kempton maiden in September and backed it up with a good third in the Oh So Sharp Stakes at Newmarket 6 months ago May make a better 3yo.

Tom Marquand

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97 William Buick

6 TOPANGA (GB) (171)

B f Siyouni (FR) - Time Tunnel (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner: St Albans Bloodstock & Fittocks Stud

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Fittocks Stud & Andrew Stone

9 2 (5)

Colours: BRONZE. Form: 21- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve from her promising debut when landing 10-runner novice at Kempton 171 days ago Has plenty of potential but this is an entirely different proposition.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Oisin Murphy

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

The Result

1st 2nd Distance

3rd 4th Time

2023: REMARQUEE 3 9 2 Rob Hornby 7-2 (Ralph Beckett) 12 ran

Betting Forecast:

15-8 Regal Jubilee (GB), 10-3 Relief Rally (IRE), 9-2 Folgaria (IRE), 6-1 Elmalka (GB), 14-1 Star Music (GB), 25-1 Topanga (GB)

Race Summary:

REGAL JUBILEE improved in big chunks on both outings since her debut last season and she’s very much the sort to go on improving this term, so she takes marginal preference over the likeable Relief Rally, who sets the standard on what’s been achieved to this point. Impressive debut winner Elmalka is another one to consider in what looks a potentially good renewal.

1-2-3:

1.REGAL JUBILEE 2.RELIEF RALLY (IRE)

3.ELMALKA

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REMAINING FIXTURES

MAY

Sat 18 (4pm) - The Wrexham Day in partnership with Wrexham Lager

Tue 28 (Eve) - Family Fun Evening

JUNE

Sat 8 - Ladies Day

Fri 28 (Eve) - Glast-On-Dee Music Night

SEPTEMBER

Fri 6 - Charity Raceday

OCTOBER

Tue 29 - Halloween Raceday

NOVEMBER

Wed 13 - Countryside Day

Sat 30 (Early) - Breakfast with Santa Raceday

DECEMBER

Fri 13 - Christmas Jumper Day

THIRD RACE 2.15

Total prize fund £12000

THE DRAGONBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb DragonBet will present a memento to the winning owner In addition £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £60. - Closed April 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) No

Br g Kendargent (FR) - Juvenil Delinquent (USA)

Owner: KnightRiders III

Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Breeder: Mr Hubert Honore & Mr Tomas Schweizer

Sponsor: Culverhill Farm Racing

Colours: PINK and BLACK check, PINK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star.

Form: 351043

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly landed a small-field Wincanton handicap (15.7f) in January Back on song when third of 7 in handicap chase at Ludlow (16f, soft) 30 days ago. Possibilities with tongue strap refitted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122 Ciaran Gethings

2 GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (20)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Miss d’Estruval (FR)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Comte Michel de Gigou

8 12 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap. Form: 4-21541 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Vastly improved from his chasing debut when easily landing 6-runner handicap at Market Rasen (17.2f, good to soft) 20 days ago Up 10lb but still holds leading claims. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120 Brian Hughes

3 VICKI VALE (IRE) (20)

B m Westerner - Byerley Sophie (IRE)

Owner: Bullen-Smith & Faulks

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Byerley Stud Ltd

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

7

11 12

Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE chevron, halved sleeves.

Form: 1-23346

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted herself well in handicap hurdle company this season but she came in last of six on her chasing bow in handicap at Plumpton (17f, good to soft) 20 days ago, unable to recover from a blunder 4 out. In excellent hands and worth another chance. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 118

4

DALY TIGER (FR) (21)

B g Tiger Groom - Reine Tresor (FR)

Owner: Twist Your Arm Partnership

Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Breeder: Mr Claude Menard

11 11 9

Colours: BLACK, large RED spots, halved sleeves.

Form: 0P-42P3 D TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser in his pomp for Noel Meade Winless for his current yard but he wasn’t disgraced in a first-time visor when third of 9 in handicap chase at Haydock (19.9f, soft) 21 days ago Needs to back it up with headgear again sported. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

5 CHARLIE’S GLANCE (GB) (19)

B g Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend

Owner: Mr Andrew J. Martin

Trainer: Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Pitchall Stud

Sponsor: Andy Martin Racing

8 11 9

Colours: WHITE, BLACK chevron, BLACK sleeves, WHITE diamonds, quartered cap.

Form: P3551-3

Br

Owner: Ray Flegg & John Bousfield

Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton

Breeder: Louis Murray & Colm Moran

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE cross belts, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE striped cap

Form: 13-0U34

Owner: P L Conway & T B P Cottrell Racing

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Liam McKeogh

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN

and armlets. Form: 1-1535F

Betting Forecast:

7-4 Grain d’Oudairies (FR), 5-1 Charlie’s Glance (GB), 11-2 Vicki Vale (IRE), 7-1 Lipa K (IRE), 17-2 Fast Buck (FR), 16-1 One Fine Man (IRE), 18-1 Daly Tiger (FR)

Race Summary:

Donald McCain’s GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES is hard to oppose on the back of his wide-margin Market Rasen success despite taking a hefty rise in the weights Vicki Vale blundered away her chance on her chasing bow at Plumpton but is worth another chance here and could emerge as the main danger ahead of Charlie’s Glance and Lipa K.

1-2-3:

1.GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR) 2.VICKI VALE (IRE) 3.CHARLIE’S

AYR 2.25

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £100000

THE CORAL SCOTTISH CHAMPION HURDLE RACE (A LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

1 RUBAUD (FR) (63)

B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Fulgence (FR)

Owner: Chris Giles & Brendan McManus

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: B. Decouz & S.C.E.A. Du Bas Bugey

Sponsor: Morson Group

2M

6 11 12

Colours: PINK, large PURPLE spots, hooped sleeves. Form: 1-11245 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Has continued on an upward trajectory this term, bringing up the 4-timer in a C&D Grade 2 in November Ran a rare poor race when last of five in the mud in Kingwell Hurdle at Wincanton last time but this C&D winner is very much the sort to bounce back after a break. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 148 Harry Cobden

2 FIRST STREET (GB) (84)

B g Golden Horn - Ladys First

Owner: Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Lady Bamford

Sponsor: Unibet

7 11 7

Colours: MAROON. Form: 00-3233 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart winning hurdler who is holding his form well this season, placed for the fourth consecutive start when third to Lossiemouth in International Hurdle at Cheltenham (16.8f, good to soft) 84 days ago Since had a wind op and ought to be in the shake-up Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143 Nico de Boinville

3 WESTPORT COVE (FR) (21)

B g Muhtathir - Reine Pieuse (FR)

Owner: Mr Cathal Hughes

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de Maulepaire

6 11 3

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED triple diamond and armlets, striped cap

Form: 1P24P3 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut hurdles winner at Thurles in November and took his form up a notch when third of 12 to Effernock Fizz in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) 21 days ago Not discounted for top yard Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 139 Daniel Mullins

4 BIALYSTOK (IRE) (36)

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Deauville Shower (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. Ricci

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland Breeder: T. Storme & T. Lohest

6 11 3

Colours: PINK, LIGHT GREEN spots, PINK sleeves and cap Form: 0324B0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat in France and plenty of good efforts to his name over hurdles without winning this term. Only 15th in County at Cheltenham (16.8f, heavy) last time but no surprise to see him get back on track for leading stable

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 139 P. Townend

5 L’EAU DU SUD (FR) (36)

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Eaux Fortes (FR)

Owner: Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Du Moulin

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

6 11 2

Colours: YELLOW, RED star, YELLOW sleeves, WHITE armlets, YELLOW cap, RED star

Form: 433-P22 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner in France who has taken his form up a level of late with excellent second placings in the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury and County Hurdle at Cheltenham. Up another 3lb but he’s still not taken lightly

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 138 Harry Skelton

6 FAVOUR AND FORTUNE (IRE) (39)

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fleur Rose (IRE)

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Ballymorisheen Stables

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

6 11 2

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap

Form: 0-11226 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the odds on his first 2 starts over hurdles and has shown very useful form since, posting a solid sixth of 11 to Slade Steel in Supreme Novices’ Hurdle at Cheltenham (16.4f, heavy) 39 days ago Merits consideration on his handicap debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 138 Tom Cannon

7 BENSON (GB) (38)

B g Beat Hollow - Karla June

Owner: J Fyffe & S Townshend

Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

Breeder: Netherfield House Stud

Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

9 11 1

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: 441400 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it hurdle victory number 6 at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day but his more recent form is far less encouraging, only 17th in Coral Cup at Cheltenham last time Others appeal more.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 137 Ryan Mania

8 EFFERNOCK FIZZ (IRE) (21)

B m Lovelace - Manx Fizz

Owner: Mr T. B. Sheridan

Trainer: Cian Collins, Ireland

Breeder: Mr T. B. Sheridan

9 10 10

Colours: YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN diamond, diamonds on sleeves, GREY cap

Form: 234031 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) 21 days ago, forging clear Needs considering despite taking a 9lb hike in the weights. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 132 Carl Millar (7)

9 PETIT TONNERRE (FR) (36)

B g Waldpark (GER) - Perpette (FR)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: A. De La Motte Saint Pierre et al

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

6 10 10

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap

Form: 0-24450

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler at his best who failed to score over fences this term and ran poorly tried visored back in this sphere at Cheltenham last time Cheekpieces are reached for now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 132 Jonjo O’Neill Jr

10 AFADIL (FR) (8)

B g Camelot - Afsheen (FR)

Owner: Mr P. J. Vogt

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: S.A. Aga Khan

Sponsor: Morson Group

5 10 8

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap

Form: P33153 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who arrives in very good nick, coming in third of 19 in handicap hurdle at Aintree (16.5f, soft) 8 days ago Can go well again off an unchanged mark. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/4/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130 Freddie Gingell (5)

11 CRACKING RHAPSODY (IRE) (49)

B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Cracking Gale (IRE)

Owner: Mr J D Wright & Mrs S Wright

Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Breeder: Mr Jay Leahy

Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

5 10 6

Colours: GREY, RED stripe, armlets and cap

Form: 412211 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improving young hurdler who bagged his third win from five starts in 17-runner Morebattle Hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, soft) last month by 4 1/2 lengths from Ginger Mail. 8lb higher now but has more to offer Big shout. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 127 Craig Nichol

12 GINGER MAIL (FR) (49)

Gr g Sinndar (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR)

Owner: Mrs David Coltman & Mrs J Douglas Miller

Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

Breeder: Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois

Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

8 10 6

Colours: BEIGE and GREY diamonds, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: P-20132 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent type who resumed winning ways at Kelso in January Posted another very good effort when runner-up to Cracking Rhapsody in Morebattle Hurdle there last time so must enter calculations.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126 Bruce Lynn (3)

13 FLORIDA DREAMS (IRE) (77)

B g Doyen (IRE) - First Line (GER)

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Breeder: Mrs Rita Moran

Sponsor: JfKegs(Scotland)Ltd,EquineProductsLtd(EquineNutrition)

6 10 6

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star

Form: 11-3153 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed maiden hurdle over C&D in December Not disgraced when fifth in Aintree Grade 1 on Boxing Day and when third in 3m Musselburgh novice last time. No forlorn hope back in trip for his handicap bow.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126 Danny McMenamin

14 SALSADA (IRE) (21)

Ch m Mukhadram - Mokaraba

Owner: Geoff & Sandra Turnbull & Partner

Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton

Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock

Sponsor: Elwick Stud

7 10 6

Colours: DARK BLUE and PINK diabolo, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap, DARK BLUE diamond. Form: 2/25-033

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat winner who took a big step back in the right direction when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Haydock (15.6f, good to soft) 21 days ago, best work at the finish. Weighted to go well off the same mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120 Dylan Johnston (5)

15 ALVANIY (IRE) (70)

Ch g Iffraaj - Alveena (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. Byrne

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

6 10 6

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, LIGHT BLUE and PINK striped cap Form: 2-5146P

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 2m maiden hurdle at Galway in September but has failed to build on it since, pulled up in Betfair Hurdle at Newbury last time. Others appeal more.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120 Brian Hayes

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 7, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 8, 10, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2.

The Result

Betting Forecast:

9-2 L’Eau du Sud (FR), 9-1 Cracking Rhapsody (IRE), 12-1 Favour And Fortune (IRE), Ginger Mail (FR), 14-1 Rubaud (FR), Westport Cove (FR), Bialystok (IRE), Afadil (FR), Salsada (IRE), 16-1 First Street (GB), Effernock Fizz (IRE), 22-1 Florida Dreams (IRE), 25-1 Petit Tonnerre (FR), 33-1 Alvaniy (IRE), 50-1 Benson (GB)

Race Summary:

CRACKING RHAPSODY was very strong at the finish when landing Kelso’s Morebattle Hurdle and Ewan Whillans’ upwardly-mobile hurdler can make light of an 8lb rise in the weights to complete a hat-trick. County Hurdle runner-up L’Eau du Sud must go well again and heads the list of dangers, while Salsada teed herself up well for this when a resurgent third at Newcastle and is also highly respected. Rubaud and First Street complete the shortlist in this highly competitive handicap

1-2-3:

1.CRACKING RHAPSODY (IRE) 2.L’EAU DU SUD (FR) 3.SALSADA (IRE)

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THE WATERSHIP DOWN STUD TOO DARN HOT GREENHAM STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

7F

No Horse st lb Draw Jockey

1 ALASKAN GOLD (IRE) (175)

B c Kodiac - Luminous Gold (Fantastic Light (USA))

Owner: Apple Tree Stud

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

9 2 (4)

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN star, striped sleeves.

Form: 33102-

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved with a visor added when 1/2-length second of 9 to Ballymount Boy in listed race at Doncaster (6f, heavy) on final 2-y-o start. The headgear is left off for this reappearance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98 Oisin Murphy

2 ARMY ETHOS (GB) (48)

B c Shalaa (IRE) - Dream Dana (IRE) (Dream Ahead (USA))

Owner: Victorious Racing & Fawzi Nass

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Plantation Stud

Sponsor: Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited

9 2 (8)

Colours: RED, WHITE striped sleeves and cap

Form: 12-2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ayr on debut and excellent effort when close second of 20 in Coventry at Royal Ascot 4 weeks later. Not seen again until turned over at short odds at Newcastle last month, although he may have bumped into a good prospect. Cheekpieces reached for now.

3

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110 Hollie Doyle

BALLYMOUNT BOY (IRE) (175)

B c Camacho - Kasalla (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand)

Owner: Wathnan Racing

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Breeder: Fontstown Stud Ltd

9 2 (11)

Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap.

Form: 212201-

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in Richmond at Goodwood and Acomb prior to ending his 2-y-o campaign with a heavy-ground listed win at Doncaster (beat reopposing Alaskan Gold 1/2 length). Has the physique to do at least as well at 3. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104 James Doyle

4 EL BODON (IRE) (303)

Ch c Churchill (IRE) - Flawless Jewel (FR) (Kheleyf (USA))

Owner: Mr P. W. Harris

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud & Partners

Sponsor: Tote

9 2 (2)

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, YELLOW sleeves, WHITE cap

Form: 21-

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second on Yarmouth debut last May and not fully extended to go one better at Lingfield (6f, AW) the following month. Absent since but connections must think a bit of him to pitch him in at this level. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingTom Marquand

5 ESQUIRE (GB) (175)

B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Ladyship (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Cheveley Park Stud

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

9 2 (7)

Colours: RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 126-

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty in hand on Hamilton debut and second in listed race at York (6f, soft) 19 days later. A third outing in just over a month possibly too much for him when well held in another listed event at Doncaster final start. Steps up to 7f on return.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/10/2023 it was reported that the horse Daniel Tudhope

6 JAMES’S DELIGHT (IRE) (18)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Heavens Peak (Pivotal)

Owner: Paul & Clare Rooney

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

Breeder: Newtown Stud

Sponsor: Clive Cox Racing Limited

9 2 (5)

Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves. Form: 1435-1 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful effort to win 6f Pontefract handicap (heavy) on reappearance but another chunk of improvement will be needed if he’s to follow up in this higher grade Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 97 Richard Kingscote

7 MISTER SKETCH (GB) (210)

B c Territories (IRE) - Drawing (Dark Angel (IRE))

Owner: Wathnan Racing

Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder: Norman Court Stud

Sponsor: Abm Catering Limited

9 2 (10)

Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 212-

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise when winning novice at Salisbury in impressive fashion. 1/2-length second of 6 to Array in Group 2 Mill Reef here (6f, heavy) in September James Doyle, who is retained by the owner, seems to prefer Ballymount Boy but this son of Territories is still respected. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 101

William Buick

8 ROOM SERVICE (IRE) (219)

B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Tamara Love (IRE) (Tamayuz)

Owner: Roddy O Byrne and Robert O Byrne

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Breeder: Edmond Kent

9 2 (6)

Colours: MAROON, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON cap, YELLOW spots.

Form: 1331- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort, taking form to another level when winning valuable 17-runner sales event at Doncaster (6.5f, good to soft) final start in September Further improvement can’t be discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102 Tom Eaves

9 SON (GB) (203)

B c Too Darn Hot - Mia Diletta (Selkirk (USA))

Owner: Mrs J. Wood

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: Scuderia Blueberry SRL

Sponsor: Aten Therapeutics

9 2 (1)

Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond, armlets and diamond on cap

Form: 315535- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on encouraging debut effort when taking 10-runner maiden over 6.5f here last June His limitations were seemingly exposed in good company subsequently but the stable did win the Craven earlier in the week so a market move would look interesting. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

10 WATCH MY TRACER (IRE) (44)

Gr g Dandy Man (IRE) - Heavenly Angel (Dark Angel (IRE))

Owner: Victorious Racing & Fawzi Nass

Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr Donnchadh Higgins

Sponsor: Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited

9 2 (9)

Colours: RED, WHITE armlets, striped cap.

Form: 10103-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved again when making a winning reappearance in 7f Lingfield listed race last month. Ease in the ground an unknown back on turf but he has the form to be competitive.

Pat Dobbs

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99 Callum Shepherd

11 ZOUM ZOUM (GB) (155)

9 2 (3)

Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Richenza (FR) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Lynn Turner & Mr Guy Brook

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Breeder: Sanctuary Stud Ltd

Sponsor: St Davids Poultry Team Ltd

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW epaulets and armlets.

Form: 111- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 3 starts as a juvenile, conceding weight to the promising Kikkuli at Newmarket before ending the year with a Saint-Cloud Group 3 success (7f, heavy). More to come and can make it 4-4.Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 104 Rob Hornby

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS

11 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2023: ISAAC SHELBY 3 9 2 Sean Levey 15-2 (Brian Meehan) 11 ran PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

13-8 Zoum Zoum (GB), 11-2 Army Ethos (GB), 7-1 Ballymount Boy (IRE), 11-1 Mister Sketch (GB), 12-1 Room Service (IRE), 16-1 Watch My Tracer (IRE), 20-1 Alaskan Gold (IRE), 22-1 Son (GB), 28-1 James’s Delight (IRE), 33-1 El Bodon (IRE), Esquire (GB)

Race Summary:

ZOUM ZOUM looked smart when winning all 3 outings last year and can stretch his unbeaten record to 4 on his return to the track Wathnan Racing pair Ballymount Boy and Mister Sketch may give Ralph Beckett’s charge most to think about

1-2-3:

1.ZOUM ZOUM 2.BALLYMOUNT BOY (IRE) 3.MISTER SKETCH

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FOURTH RACE 2.50

Total prize fund £12000

THE WYNNSTAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

2M

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries at £60. - Closed April 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)

B g Presenting - Dotchenka (FR)

Owner: Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Thomas James

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW stars, striped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW striped cap

Form: 214122 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful debut over fences at Chepstow and added to his tally in 2m 4f handicap at Warwick following month. Beaten only by a couple of progressive sorts when runner-up next 2 starts and big shout back down in class. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122 Sam Twiston-Davies

2 MONTE IGUELDO (FR) (336)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Petite Nany (FR)

Owner: S Beetham and DPL Fab Ltd

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres

Sponsor: Dpl Fabrications Limited

7 12 2

Colours: BLACK, WHITE lightning bolt, WHITE cap with BLACK lightning bolt.

Form: P/111P-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran too bad to be true bidding for a 4-timer at Southwell 15 months ago (later found to be suffering from an abnormally high heart rate) and low key-start for this yard back over hurdles 4 months later. Returning from another absence here and market may reveal expectations. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

3 WHODINI (IRE) (42)

Ch g Conduit (IRE) - Mosey On Molly (IRE)

Owner: Malcolm Jones and John Norbury

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Robert McGurgan

Sponsor: Swansway

4 GREY

Owner: Thomas Fearn

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Donal Casey

7 12 0

Colours: DARK GREEN and YELLOW (halved), sleeves reversed, DARK GREEN and YELLOW quartered cap

Form: 1-6F112 D

Colours: WHITE, BLACK spots, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, BLACK cap

Form: 544252 D BF

Owner: Mrs Aafke Clarke

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Neil R. Tector

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BEIGE braces, YELLOW sleeves, ORANGE cap Form: 13PF35 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner over hurdles and built on chase debut/return when winning over 15f at Wetherby in November Mixed record since, however, though trip probably too far latest (finished tired). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117 Nick Scholfield 6 HURLERONTHEDITCH (IRE) (27) 8 11 10

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Maid of Malabar (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Penny Perriss

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Conor Murphy

Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

Colours: RED, DARK GREEN chevrons, RED sleeves and cap Form: 33-F465

TIMEFORM VIEW Would have made a winning return/chase debut at Warwick but for an unfortunate slip after the last. Not in same form next 2 starts but took big step back in right direction tried in a hood when fifth at Ascot, doing well to get so close considering righthanded track looked all against him. Player. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 116 Ciaran Gethings

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7

JAZZ KING (FR) (59)

Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Jaragua (FR)

Owner: Spiers & Hartwell & Partners

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras Du Taillis & B. Wenger

Sponsor: F&S Consultants Ltd

8 11 7

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, sleeves and cap

Form: 443/P1-P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his hurdle form behind when making a winning start to his chase career at Ludlow (2 1/2m) 14 months ago, coming clear in good style Looked badly in need of the run on first outing since (left Sam Thomas for £40,000) at Doncaster in February, struggling after ninth. Headgear/tongue strap back on. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

8

JAR DU DESERT (FR) (34)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Dora du Desert (FR)

Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership

Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg

Breeder: Mr Florin Codre

Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

5 11 3

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE star, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves and cap

Form: 4-10443

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fairly useful form over hurdles for Tom George prior to making a successful chasing debut in a 4-y-o event at Auteuil for N. George & A. Zetterholm in May. However, not at that level over hurdles/fences for present yard but handicapper is at least cutting him some slack. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

9 NO TACKLE (GB) (53)

Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Wychwoods Legend

Owner: Glastonburys & On The Gallops

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

Sponsor: Tote

7 11 2

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN stripe, hooped sleeves and diamond on cap

Form: P5-4P13

TIMEFORM VIEW Only second run for his current yard when getting off the mark over fences in 10-runner handicap at Leicester (22.7f, heavy). However, not in same form in 3-runner event there since and headgear now applied. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

The Result

1st

Betting Forecast:

10-3 Ballycamus (IRE), 7-2 Whodini (IRE), 13-2 Hurlerontheditch (IRE), 8-1 Grey Skies (IRE), 11-1 Cerendipity (IRE), 12-1 Monte Igueldo (FR), 16-1 Jazz King (FR), Jar du Desert (FR), No Tackle (GB)

Race Summary:

BALLYCAMUS bumped into a couple of progressive sorts on his last 2 starts and can resume winning ways back down in class Hurlerontheditch took a big step back in the right direction when fifth at Ascot and should build on that returned to a more suitable track, while Whodini would have a big shout if the ground dries up

1-2-3:

1.BALLYCAMUS (IRE) 2.HURLERONTHEDITCH (IRE) 3.WHODINI (IRE)

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THE CAMDEN STOUT NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Camden Town Brewery have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 25 entries at £40. - Closed April 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

B

Owner: Mr C. E. Handford

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Gestut Am Schlossgarten

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW chevrons, armlets and star on cap

Form: 24/-3301

TIMEFORM VIEW Came good over hurdles in 2m Newbury handicap last month. Respectable effort on the Flat since. Each-way claims back hurdling.

2 THANK YOU BLUE (GB) (28)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Potter

Owner: Mr Alan Baxter

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Breeder: James & Jean Potter

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

Colours: WHITE, RED sash, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap

Form: 3/2-1454 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of maiden at Sedgefield in November 13/2, fourth of 7 in C&D handicap (heavy) 28 days ago Has first-time cheekpieces added to tongue strap.

3 BALHAMBAR (FR) (18)

B g Almanzor (FR) - Moojeh (IRE)

Owner: Dr Paul Kelly and Mr Vernon Taylor

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: Mr Xavier Moyer & Mme Annabelle Moyer

Sponsor: Olbg

Colours: WHITE and DARK BLUE (quartered), DARK BLUE and WHITE halved sleeves, WHITE cap

Form: 6631 TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat for Michael Bell and left first 3 hurdles efforts behind when making a successful handicap debut in this sphere at Ludlow (2m, soft) 18 days ago Merely pushed out and a 6lb rise may not stop him with further progress likely. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 106

4 PRESENT FAIR (IRE) (41)

B g Presenting - Premier Victory (IRE)

Owner: Birkdale Bloodstock

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Fergal Loman & Joseph Duncan

Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, BLACK cap

35146P

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Folie Lointaine (FR)

Owner: Rubicon Racing 1

Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

Breeder: R. K. Aston & S. Hadley

Sponsor: Rh Bloodstock

Colours: VIOLET, WHITE cap

Form: 31-0056

B

Owner: Torneo Syndicate

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: S.A.S. I.E.I & Percy Holding APS

Sponsor: Betvictor

Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE star and sleeves.

Form: 2312

7

THE SAD SHEPHERD (IRE) (24)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Ciannte (IRE)

Owner: Freeman, Gentech, Lloyd & Frith

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs Linda Gault

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

7

11 5

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and LIGHT BLUE check, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE diamond.

Form: 14-PU26

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner Second in 2m Perth maiden hurdle last June (final start for Stuart Crawford). Well held on Hereford return for new yard last month and his opening mark isn’t obviously generous. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung both ways. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 101 Ciaran

8

CAMARRATE (IRE) (19)

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Celtic Cygnet (IRE)

Owner: Owners Group 127

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Oak Hill Stud

Sponsor: Owners Group

4

11 3

Colours: MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap

Form: 421

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful AW Flat winner for Grant Tuer and taken well to hurdling, justifying favouritism in Fakenham juvenile over Easter. Highly likely there’s more to come from him in handicaps. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107

9 BADLANDS BOY (IRE) (38)

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Peace And The City (FR)

Owner: Mr Jon Glews

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Con O’Keeffe

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

5

11 2

Colours: RED, YELLOW braces, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 6403P TIMEFORM VIEW Offered more than on hurdle debut when third of 10 over 17f at Sedgefield (heavy) in February Pulled up at Huntingdon since and deserted by Brian Hughes for this handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

10 TRICK OF THE TAIL (IRE) (151)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Nova Cyngi (USA)

Owner: David & Carol Shaw

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden

6 11 1

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form: 433640

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who was third on his C&D handicap debut in August. Fair fourth in Sedgefield maiden in October but off since a lesser run at Hereford in November Has had wind surgery (also tongue tied first time). Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 97

11 SILVERBRIDGE (GB) (71) 4 10 5

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Silverville (USA)

Owner: Powerhub Solutions Limited

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: The Silverville Partnership

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: WHITE, YELLOW and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE quartered cap.

Form: 43

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in pair of 1 1/2m maidens on Flat for John Joseph Murphy in Ireland. Didn’t achieve much when reaching the frame in 2 juvenile hurdles in January Only sixth on AW Flat since but he is unexposed now handicapping for a good stable Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 10

The Result

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Camarrate (IRE), 4-1 Balhambar (FR), 11-2 Bucephalus (GER), 13-2 Torneo (FR), 12-1 Badlands Boy (IRE), 16-1 Present Fair (IRE), Silverbridge (GB), 20-1ThankYou Blue (GB), 33-1 Our Follet (GB), 40-1The Sad Shepherd (IRE), 50-1 Trick of The Tail (IRE)

Gethings

Brian Hughes

Peter Kavanagh (3)

Toby Wynne (3)

Race Summary:

Lightly-raced improvers BALHAMBAR and Camarrate rather stand out here, with a narrow preference for the former after his cosy Ludlow success. Torneo is another who has shown promise in a light hurdle career and looks best of the rest. `

1-2-3:

1.BALHAMBAR (FR) 2.CAMARRATE (IRE) 3.TORNEO (FR)

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for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £200000

THE CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

3M 7F 176Y

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 STAY AWAY FAY (IRE) (38)

B g Shantou (USA) - Augusta Bay

Owner: Mr Chris Giles & Mr Dave Staddon

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Southeast Bloodstock Ltd & Owen Hickey

Sponsor: Morson Group

7 12 0

Colours: PINK, large PURPLE spots, hooped sleeves.

Form: 14-113P

TIMEFORM VIEW Won Albert Bartlett last year and better still over fences this term, winning over at Exeter and Sandown (Grade 2) before Christmas. Disappointed with cheekpieces (quickly discarded) added to regular tongue tie at Cheltenham but he can bounce back faced with a stamina test which should suit. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe and scoped dirty Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 158 Harry Cobden

2 MR INCREDIBLE (IRE) (7)

B g Westerner - Bartlemy Bell (IRE)

Owner: Paul Byrne, J. Carthy & Patrick O’Brien

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: R. Lynch

8 11 9

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron and sleeves, YELLOW and WHITE quartered cap

Form: F23U-2U

TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked quirky but no doubting his ability, placing in another good handicap when splitting Beauport and My Silver Lining in the Midlands National on Uttoxeter reappearance. In rear (lost several lengths at start) when unseating halfway in Grand National last weekend. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 153 Mr P. W. Mullins

3

ELVIS MAIL (FR) (13)

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

Owner: The Ladies Who

Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

Breeder: Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois

Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

10 11 3

Colours: PINK, DARK GREEN epaulets and armlets, DARK GREEN cap, PINK spots. Form: 1-10301 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper who notched a second chase win of the season when leading close home in a 3m Carlisle veterans’ event 13 days ago. Looks vulnerable off 4lb higher in this much more competitive race

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 147 Bruce Lynn (3)

4 BEAUPORT (IRE) (35)

B g Califet (FR) - Byerley Beauty (IRE)

Owner: Bryan & Philippa Burrough

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Byerley Stud Ltd

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

8 11 1

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap

Form: 0F-52P1

TIMEFORM VIEW Bit of a mixed record over fences but he’s smart on his day and put it altogether when overcoming some sticky jumping to land the Midlands National at Uttoxeter (4 1/4m, heavy) last month. Raised 5lb for that but he’s unexposed over marathon trips.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 145 Jordan Nailor

5 ONTHEROPES (IRE) (41)

Br g Presenting - Dushion (IRE)

Owner: Cheveley Park Stud

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: Donal Murphy

Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

10 10 11

Colours: RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap

Form: 465/-PP0

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart earlier in his career but hasn’t shown much obvious promise in 3 outings since returning from a long absence.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 141 Brian Hayes

6 SPANISH HARLEM (FR) (63)

Ch g Spanish Moon (USA) - Souverainete (FR)

Owner: Dr S. P. Fitzgerald

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges

6 10 10

Colours: CREAM, EMERALD GREEN cross belts, diabolo on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap Form: 22P-333

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressing gradually over fences, finishing third in maiden events around 2 1/2m on all 3 starts. Fascinating contender now stepping up markedly in trip for handicap chase debut.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 140 P. Townend

7 GOLD CUP BAILLY (FR) (371) 8 10 10

Ch g Turgeon (USA) - Vida Sure Bailly (FR)

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

Breeder: Mr B. Bretecher & Mr J. M. Guetre

Sponsor: The Sporting Life

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, EMERALD GREEN spots. Form: 111240- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who won his first 3 starts (including twice here) last season but found life tougher later in the campaign and this is a big ask after a year off Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 140 J. J Slevin

8

IRON BRIDGE (IRE) (35)

B g Milan - Chit Chat

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Sean Murphy

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

8 10 9

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 22-P23P BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/dual hurdle winner who quickly developed into a smart chaser Best of the rest behind Nassalam in Welsh National at Chepstow over Christmas before excellent third in Grand National Trial at Haydock in February A subsequent no show in the Midlands National since needs forgiving, though. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/3/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered post-race heat stress. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 139 Jonjo O’Neill Jr

9 WHISTLEINTHEDARK (IRE)

B g Fame And Glory - Last of Many (IRE)

Owner: Racing On Together Club

Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Breeder: Mrs Kathleen McKeever

(37)

9 10 8

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars.

Form: 11-0400

TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 4 chases last season but has found ife tougher this time round, finishing well behind Git Maker and Whacker Clan in Kim Muir at Cheltenham last month. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 138 Danny McMenamin

10 BALLYGRIFINCOTTAGE (IRE) (42)

B g Stowaway - Long Long Time (IRE)

Owner: Friends From Insurance

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Crossogue Stud & G. Felisati

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

9 10 8

Colours: WHITE, RED triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves and cap

Form: PP-3P52

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage chaser who warmed up for this by finishing second in a 3m Sandown handicap last month. His stamina has to be taken on trust but his trainer has few peers when it comes to teeing one up for big handicaps.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 138 Harry Skelton

11 MACDERMOTT (FR) (19)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Venerie (FR)

Owner: Gallagher Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: Mr Pierre Julienne

Sponsor: Gallagher Group Ltd.

6 10 7

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE stripes, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, WHITE armlets, ORANGE cap. Form: 1-602F1

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising 6-y-o who looked a different proposition stepped up to around 3m for the first time when readily making all at Fairyhouse 19 days ago. Faces a much greater stamina test now but there’s surely more to come from this lightly-raced sort from an all-conquering yard Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 137 Daniel Mullins

12 TOMMIE BEAU (IRE) (56)

B g Brian Boru - Bajan Girl (FR)

Owner: Simon & Christine Prout

Trainer: Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

Breeder: Mr William Fox

Sponsor: We Do Vans

9 10 6

Colours: PURPLE, PINK cross belts and armlets, quartered cap

Form: 241123

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when winning back to back at Sedgefield (Durham National) and Fontwell (Southern National) in the autumn. Another fine effort when 6 3/4 lengths third of 12 to Anglers Crag in Eider at Newcastle (33f, soft) last time A credit to connections. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 136 Micheal Nolan

13 BROKEN HALO (GB) (40)

B g Kayf Tara - Miss Invincible

Owner: Giraffa Racing - BH

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Aiden Murphy

Sponsor: Run To Global Ltd

9 10 5

Colours: BLACK, BEIGE and BLACK striped sleeves. Form: 0-FPU21

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete on first 3 outings this season but back on track lately, second in Royal Artillery at Sandown before taking a 3 1/2m handicap at Taunton. This is a lot more competitive, though. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 135 Bryony Frost

14 MR VANGO (IRE) (39)

B g Ocovango - African Miss (IRE)

Owner: Cracker and Smodge Partnership

Trainer: Sara Bradstock, Wantage

Breeder: Frank O’Meara

Sponsor: Equimedia Ltd

8 10 5

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, large RED spots, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE and RED hooped cap

Form: 2P3-313

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner last season and this former point scorer has quickly made up into a much better chaser, producing a useful performance when routing his rivals in Devon National at Exeter. Backed that up when third in National Hunt Chase at Cheltenham Festival. Cheekpieces worn then retained. Ben Jones

15 AUTONOMOUS CLOUD (IRE) (35)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - August Hill (IRE)

Owner: Mr Terry Warner & The McNeill Family

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Liam Quinn

Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

8 10 4

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoops, MAROON sleeves and cap Form: 221-1P4

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely progressive chaser who bounced back from his no show in the Welsh National when 7 1/4 lengths fourth of 12 to Beauport in the Midlands version at Uttoxeter (4 1/4m, heavy) last month. Respected. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 134 Jonathan Burke

16 ANGLERS CRAG (GB) (56)

Bl g Multiplex - Overyou

Owner: Mr Derrick Mossop

Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton

Breeder: D. Mossop

Sponsor: JacksonsTimberLimited,BrianEllisonRacingLimited

9

10 4

Colours: DARK BLUE, ROYAL BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE cap, ROYAL BLUE star

Form: 30-1111

TIMEFORM VIEW Big improver for new stable after wind surgery, making it 4-4 when overcoming mistakes to edged ahead close home in the Eider at Newcastle (33f, soft) in February. Unlikely to get away with similar errors here but further progress certainly can’t be discounted.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 134

17 INIS OIRR (IRE) (77)

B g Ocovango - Peace Time Beauty (IRE)

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Mr M. Brennan

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

7 10 3

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 4-U4251

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for a first-time visor and an increased stamina test when bolting up in the Edinburgh National at Musselburgh (4m, good to soft) in February Presumably saved for this since by a Scottish yard which won this in 2021. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 133

18 MY SILVER LINING (IRE) (35)

Gr m Cloudings (IRE) - Welsh Connection (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Celia Djivanovic

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Mr & Mrs James Hannon

Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

8 10 3

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK disc, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, YELLOWcap

Form: 122123

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive mare who relished the increased test of stamina when bagging her fourth chase win in Classic Chase at Warwick (29f, soft) in January Excellent placed efforts in the Grand National Trial at Haydock and Midlands National at Uttoxeter (2 1/4 lengths third to Beauport) since. Should go well. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 133

19 GIT MAKER (FR) (37)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Bamos (FR)

Owner: Sheep As A Lamb Syndicate

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Patrice Vagne

Sponsor: Betvictor, Vinny & Ted

8 10 3

Colours: WHITE, RED chevron, WHITE sleeves, RED stars, WHITE cap, RED star

Form: 211-162

TIMEFORM VIEW Good strike-rate under Rules, winning 6 of 11 starts. Better than ever when 8 lengths second to Inothewayurthinkin in Kim Muir at Cheltenham (3 1/4m, soft), pulling 18 lengths clear of Whacker Clan in third. The winner boosted that form when landing a Grade 1 novice at Aintree last week. On good mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 133 Gavin Sheehan

20 SURREY QUEST (IRE) (84)

B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE)

Owner: Surrey Racing (SQ)

Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green

Breeder: S. McElroy

Sponsor: Surrey Racing Limited

7 10 3

Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE seams, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star

Form: 440-110

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner for Nicky Henderson and improved when bagging chase victories Huntingdon and Newbury either side of Christmas. His run of good form came to a halt when only tenth in the Great Yorkshire at Doncaster (3m, good) in January but the sort to bounce back. Will stay long distances. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 133 Kevin Brogan

21 KLARC KENT (FR) (21)

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Kryptonie (FR)

Owner: Mr Colm O’Connell

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: Sylvie Crepin Berard & Laurent Berard

8 10 2

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevrons, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW striped cap

Form: P6-3F32

TIMEFORM VIEW Went close to a first chase success on 21.5f Fairyhouse handicap debut at the end of March. The much longer trip asks a different question but he’s another unexposed one in this for his top stable Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 132 Sean O’Keeffe

22 WHACKER CLAN (IRE) (37)

B g Westerner - Kolaliya (FR)

Owner: Whacker’s Clan Syndicate

Trainer: Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

Breeder: Mr Robert Norton

8 10 2

Colours: MAROON, WHITE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: 031103

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive chaser who won a pair of handicaps in the first half of the season and gave his all from the front when third of 22 in Kim Mur at Cheltenham, although the reopposing Git Maker was 18 lengths ahead in second. Likeable type for his leading Irish stable

Rachael Blackmore

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

23 EGBERT (GB) (35)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Karla June

Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Netherfield House Stud

Sponsor: Potter Group

7 10 2

Colours: WHITE, RED braces, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star Form: 64-1P12

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner last term and won a pair of novice handicaps this winter, latterly over 3m at Doncaster. Advanced his form again when runner-up at Kempton (3m, good to soft) in first-time blinkers (retained) last month. Up significantly in trip for a yard with winning form in this race

Brendan Powell

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

Henry Brooke

Derek Fox

James Best

24 PUNITIVE (IRE) (20)

B g Shantou (USA) - Rowlands Star (IRE)

Owner: Mr Mickey Bowen

Trainer: Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Miss Marie-Louise Donnelly

10

10 2

Colours: YELLOW, MAROON sleeves, WHITE armlets, MAROON and YELLOW quartered cap.

Form: 6F-0PP3

TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way for Gordon Elliott. Took a step back in the right direction when third of 7 over 3 1/2m at Ffos Las but it’s still hard to make a good case for him here from 5lb out of handicap First-time tongue tie goes on.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 127 William Maggs (7)

25 SECRET REPRIEVE (IRE) (42)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Oscar’s Reprieve (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: R. McCarthy

Sponsor: Tote

10

10 2

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoop

Form: P/023P-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Welsh Grand National in 2020/21 and ran well to be placed in good company twice last season. Probably needed his reappearance run at Sandown in March after 12 months on the sidelines. 5lb out of handicap. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 127 James Turner (7)

26 WE’LLHAVEWAN (IRE) (19) 9 10 2

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Howrwedoin (IRE)

Owner: Bowes Lodge Stables

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: Timothy Townend

Colours: RED, WHITE seams, RED sleeves, YELLOW armlets and stars on RED cap

Form: 016126

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 handicap hurdles this season. Good second back chasing at Punchestown in February but could only manage a well-held sixth in the Irish Grand National over Easter. 5lb out of handicap Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 127 Kieran Callaghan (5)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 26

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6, 24 Blinkers worn by No 23. Visor worn by No 17, 24 Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 13, 15, 20, 26. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10, 14, 22, 26.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance

3rd 4th Time

2023: KITTY’S LIGHT 7 11 0 Jack Tudor 4-1 (Christian Williams) 18 ran PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

7-1 Macdermott (FR), 9-1 Mr Incredible (IRE), 10-1 Git Maker (FR), 12-1 Anglers Crag (GB), Whacker Clan (IRE), 14-1 Inis Oirr (IRE), 16-1 Mr Vango (IRE), 18-1 Spanish Harlem (FR), 20-1 Stay Away Fay (IRE), 22-1 Beauport (IRE), My Silver Lining (IRE), 25-1 Autonomous Cloud (IRE), 28-1 Ballygrifincottage (IRE), 33-1 Klarc Kent (FR), 40-1 Iron Bridge (IRE), Tommie Beau (IRE), Egbert (GB), 50-1 Broken Halo (GB), Surrey Quest (IRE), We’llhavewan (IRE), 66-1 Elvis Mail (FR), Ontheropes (IRE), 100-1 Gold Cup Bailly (FR), Whistleinthedark (IRE), 150-1 Secret Reprieve (IRE), 300-1 Punitive (IRE)

Race Summary:

Jamie Snowden can land another big handicap chase courtesy of GIT MAKER. This 8-y-o bumped into a subsequent Grade 1 winner at Cheltenham and the fact he pulled 18 lengths clear of the reopposing Whacker Clan in third suggests he could be well treated here off only 1lb higher Willie Mullins is going all out for the British title after last weekend’s Grand National success and his unexposed pair Macdermott and Spanish Harlem are very interesting contenders now stepping up markedly in trip.

1-2-3:

1.GIT MAKER (FR) 2.MACDERMOTT (FR) 3.SPANISH HARLEM (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 4.00

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Weatherbys have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 35 entries, 1 at £10 and 34 at £50 - Closed April 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 YEALAND (IRE) (31) 5 12 2

B g Shirocco (GER) - Jane Hall (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. And Mrs G. A. Clarke

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Breeder: Ms A. J. Fox

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form: 541251 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account on handicap debut at Newcastle (20.3f) in January and travelled smoothly when doubling tally at Haydock a month ago, always holding on. 6lb rise calls for further progress but that isn’t out of the question. Star Rating

2 THANK YOU MA’AM (GB) (42)

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pepite Rose (FR)

Owner: The Posh Pundit Racing Club Limited

Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

Breeder: Falcon’s Line Ltd

Colours: RED, PURPLE epaulets, PURPLE and RED striped sleeves, hooped cap.

Form: 032220

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on hurdle debut in the autumn but placed on next 4 outings, including stepped up to around 2 1/2m on Hereford handicap debut in February. Pitched into a deeper race and wasn’t up to the task at Sandown.

3 GALUNGGUNG (FR) (29)

Gr g Khalkevi (IRE) - Unibelle (FR)

Owner: Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Trinquet et al

8 12 1

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form: 1/2-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Clearly had his share of issues and positive start under Rules when a clear second to Traprain Law in a Kelso novice (16.2f, heavy) in January 2023. Landed the odds following 14 months off at Hexham last month and capable of rating higher if getting a clear shot at things.

Brian Hughes

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 111

4 BLAZING SOLDIER (IRE) (61)

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Blazing Belle (IRE)

Owner: Racing To Profit Syndicate

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Declan J. McGuinness

Sponsor: Cube3 Construction

6 11 13

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap.

Form: U3-013 TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding who was no better than a distant third on the first of 2 completed starts in Irish points but made a winning start over hurdles at Newcastle (16.9f, heavy) in January Not in the same form under a penalty at Carlisle and now goes handicapping.

B

Shantou (USA) - Royal Robin (IRE)

Owner: Alastair Ralph Racing

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Breeder: Edmond Kent

Office

B m Shirocco (GER) - Alegralil

Owner: The Henry Daly Racing Club

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: J. R. Hales & Miss L. J. Hales

Colours: DARK BLUE, SCARLET cape and cuffs, BLACK cap.

Form: 154-2P0 TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner in staying handicap hurdles and matched that level at the second attempt over fences when runner-up in October In nothing like the same form both starts since but mark has crept down reverting to timber on the back of a wind

Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

7 TREGELE (IRE) (20)

B g Mahler - Emily Gray (IRE)

Owner: Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Suroben Ltd

Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

6

11 9

Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW (halved), DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form: 54-335P

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked on a tempting mark on his efforts in 2m novice/maiden hurdles but proved a bit disappointing on his handicap debut over 20.67f at Huntingdon in January. Off 10 weeks after and shaped as though amiss at Plumpton. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

8 MALPAS (IRE) (52)

B g Milan - Skipping Along (IRE)

Owner: Mr N. Hartley

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Michael Moakley

9

11 9

Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE cross belts, LIGHT BLUE and MAROON diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.

Form: 566-302

TIMEFORM VIEW A fair winner at 17f over hurdles in early 2022 who made a much better fist of things on second chase try (following wind op) when third on return at Carlisle (2m) in December Back at that level when second at Bangor but this trip probably stretches him returned to timber Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

9

THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR (GB) (41)

B g Dunaden (FR) - Cloudy Spirit

Owner: Mrs Norma Harris

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs Norma Harris

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

8

11 6

Colours: PINK, large PURPLE spots, PINK sleeves, PURPLE spots, PINK cap, PURPLE spots. Form: 613-P42 TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Ludlow last March and took a step back in the right direction when second at Warwick last month. Eased further 2lb, which makes him of interest.

10 FAR SIGHT (GB) (410)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Miss Chinchilla

Owner: Dr V. M. G. Ferguson

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: J B Property Developments (Midlands) Ltd

Sponsor: Boodle Hatfield Llp

7 11 5

Colours: DARK BLUE, PINK epaulets, armlets and cap.

Form: 13063-

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start to his career in a Newton Abbot bumper in June 2022. Let previous hurdles effort behind when third at Sandown the following March and the switch to Harry Derham and step up in trip means he’s a fascinating contender Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 101

11 FINN LOUGH (IRE) (101)

B g Milan - Jerica

Owner: Bowen, Boyes, Coxon, Haycock, Smith

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Thistletown Stud

Sponsor: Swansway

5

11 5

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED armlets, hooped cap. Form: 1-545 TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start between the flags and looked a work-in-progress over hurdles last term. Now goes handicapping on the back of a breathing operation and the market may guide STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/1/2024 it was reported that the horse ran green. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 101 Toby Wynne (3)

12 ELLE EST BEAU (IRE) (24)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Autumn Clouds (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Suzanne Lawrence

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Aidan Aherne

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

6 11 4

Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap. Form: 0033F6 BF

VIEW Lightly-raced sort from a top yard who stayed on for third on handicap debut at Sandown in December when well backed. Looked set to open her account before departing late back there (19.8f, heavy) in January and looked a non-stayer over

B

Kapgarde (FR) - Miss Poli

Owner: Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd

Trainer: James Evans, Kinnersley

Breeder: M. J. Tuckey

Sponsor: CourtReclamation&SalvageLtd,TheLittleJetCompanyLtd

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, RED stars and cap.

244-064

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Mr Carl Hinchy

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap. Form: 33-00

David Bass

Theo Gillard

Paul O’Brien

15

IRON HEART (GB) (25)

B g Muhaarar - Kiyoshi

Owner: Mr V. Phillips

Trainer: Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: The Kiyoshi Partnership

7 10 10

Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN star, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, RED stars. Form: 1-25P04

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdles winner over but he’s been largely out of form since a promising start over fences for this yard in September, merely keeping on late for fourth at Taunton. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 92 Sean Bowen

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Visor worn by No. 15. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 10, 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 11.

The Result

Betting Forecast:

6-1 Yealand (IRE), 13-2 Galunggung (FR), Far Sight (GB), 8-1 Elle Est Beau (IRE), 14-1 Blazing Soldier (IRE), Thankyourluckystar (GB), 16-1 Kapamazov (GB), 20-1ThankYou Ma’am (GB),Tregele (IRE), 22-1 Queshi Bridge (IRE), Lily Glitters (GB), Malpas (IRE), Finn Lough (IRE), 25-1 Konfusion (GB), 33-1 Iron Heart (GB)

Race Summary:

He’s been off the track for over a year but FAR SIGHT is the interesting one having joined a yard firmly on the up with this increased emphasis on stamina sure to aid his cause, too. This is competitive, with Yealand, Galunggung and Elle Est Beau all having plenty to recommend them.

1-2-3:

1.FAR SIGHT 2.YEALAND (IRE) 3.GALUNGGUNG (FR)

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Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four 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, April 15th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 11st each Fillies 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 Nightingale House Hospice will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (D)16 and Rule (F)21.3 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race 27 entries at £35. - Closed April 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

No Horse st lb Jockey

1 ACEOFADIAMOND (IRE) (-)

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Top Lot (IRE)

Owner: Running for fun partnership

Trainer: Ella Pickard, Minehead

Breeder: John James O’Connor

11 0

Colours: GREY, RED star, hooped sleeves, RED cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners, including bumper winner/useful hurdler Mumbo Jumbo and fairly useful hurdler Mumbo Bay. Stable not renowned for debut winners. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Nick Scholfield

2 BONGO MAN (GB) (-)

B g Jack Hobbs - Miss Tongabezi

Owner: Cropredy Lawn Racing

Trainer: Paul Webber, Banbury

Breeder: Paul Webber Racing & Overbury Stallions

Sponsor: Fairfax Saddles, Paul Webber Racing

11 0

Colours: DARK GREEN, GREY hooped sleeves, GREY cap. Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs gelding. Dam (c119/h116), 21f-3m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful chaser (stayed 3m) Tafika. Others are more appealing on paper Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Richie McLernon

3 CAPTAIN TRIGGER (GB) (-)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Pearl Buttons

Owner: B Jones & Son

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: W. P. Jenks

Sponsor: B Jones & Sons Tar Limited

11 0

Colours: BLACK and PINK stripes, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.

Form:

VIEW Telescope gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Captain Cattistock and fairly useful hurdler/chase winner King’s Threshold. Worth a market check. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Liam Harrison

4 DOCTOR KILDARE (FR) (88)

Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Lofte Place (FR)

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: S.C.E.A.Du Haras Des Sablonnets et al

11 0

Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap.

Form: 4 BF TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 5/4, fourth of 10 in bumper at Newbury (16.3f, soft) on NH debut 88 days ago, running green. Could improve plenty from that initial experience, so demands respect.

5 FULL OF SECRETS (IRE) (-)

B g War Command (USA) - Shearling

Owner: One For The Road

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: One For The Road

Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

11 0

Colours: BEIGE, GREY Cross of Lorraine, ORANGE sleeves and cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW War Command gelding. Dam useful bumper winner One to be interested in if the market speaks in his favour. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Jonathan England

6 MOON OVER CLYRO (GB) (-)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Wychwoods Legend

Owner: Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

Trainer: James Moffatt, Cartmel

Breeder: Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

Sponsor: Tote

11 0

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE star, armlets and star on cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Nightboattoclyro and fair hurdle/chase winner No Tackle. Worthy of respect on debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Charlotte Jones (3)

7 MYTHICAL MOON (GB) (56)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Fabrika

Owner: The Lee Family, A Stennett & J Wright

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

11 0

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves and cap.

Form: 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Only seventh at Kempton on debut and, while he should have learned from that experience, he needs more to make an impact in this.

8 ROMEO FOXTROT (GB) (-)

B g Dragon Dancer - Vanilla Delight (IRE)

Owner: The Bravo Charlie Syndicate

Trainer: Jo Davis, East Garston

Breeder: Miss S. Pilkington

Sponsor: Equissistant Ltd

11 0

Colours: YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), diabolo on sleeves, striped cap. Form: TIMEFORM VIEW £3,200 3-y-o, Dragon Dancer gelding. Brother to bumper winner Vanilla Dancer, and half-brother to 4 winners, including dual bumper winner

9 SAFFIN STORM (IRE) (-)

B g Affinisea (IRE) - Summerhill Cailin (IRE)

Owner: The Fortune Hunters

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: R. & R. Moore

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

11 0

Colours: BLACK, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, striped sleeves. Form:

10 SHADY WADEY (FR) (-)

Ch g Luck of the Kitten (USA) - Riviera Rose (IRE)

Owner: Mr R. Wadey

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Patricia de Jacob & Sandro de Jacob

Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

11 0

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Luck of The Kitten gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Sarasota Star and dual bumper winner Snegurochka. Dam unraced. One to note on pedigree Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - David Bass

11 WALDEN (FR) (25)

B g Waldpark (GER) - Gentilonda (FR)

Owner: Mr Tom Weston

Trainer: Tom Weston, Hindlip

Breeder: E.A.R.L. La Teerre Aux Duex Lunes et al

11 0

Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE and WHITE quartered cap.

Form: 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a French Flat winner and showed a bit to work on when fifth at Taunton first time out. Will need to step forward from that if he’s to open his account at the second attempt. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Lewis Stones (3)

12

WALK WITH CHARISMA (IRE) (-)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Charming Leader (IRE)

Owner: ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: The Charming Lads Syndicate

Sponsor: Plumbing World

11 0

Colours: WHITE, BLACK epaulets, MAROON and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, BLACK and MAROON quartered cap.

Form:

3-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Closely related to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Norton Hill, and half-brother to 2 winners, including useful hurdler Westren Warrior Merits plenty of respect. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingStan Sheppard

13 WILLOW CAUGHT (IRE) (-) 11 0

Ch c Sandmason - Afar Story (IRE)

Owner: Mr W A Bromley

Trainer: Chris Down, Cullompton

Breeder: P. Rothwell

Sponsor: Woodwarm Stoves

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW triple diamond, checked sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Form: TIMEFORM VIEW €32,000 3-y-o, Sandmason colt. Brother to smart hurdler/chaser Black Op, stayed 3m, and half-brother to fair hurdler April’s Moon. Likely to need time and distance.

14 ALEXANDRA LAROSE (IRE) (40) 10 7

B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Shannon Rose (IRE)

Owner: Fitorfat Racing

Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

Colours: RED, DARK BLUE epaulets, halved sleeves and diamond on cap

Form: 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Sister to bumper winner/useful 2 3/4m hurdle winner Shannon Royale, and half-sister to numerous winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Minella Foru. However, debut display at Stratford was fairly low-key and she’s passed over. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA RatingSean Bowen

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Doctor Kildare (FR), 11-2 Shady Wadey (FR), 15-2 Walk With Charisma (IRE), 12-1 Mythical Moon (GB), Walden (FR), 14-1 Moon Over Clyro (GB), 18-1 Full of Secrets (IRE), 22-1 Captain Trigger (GB), Romeo Foxtrot (GB), 25-1 Saffin Storm (IRE), 28-1 Aceofadiamond (IRE), Bongo Man (GB), 33-1 Willow Caught (IRE), 40-1 Alexandra Larose (IRE)

Race Summary:

SHADY WADEY is related to three winners, including a dual bumper scorer, and his stable is adept at readying one first time out, so he’s worth taking a chance on. Doctor Kildare is the clear pick of those with experience and Walk With Charisma is another notable newcomer.

1-2-3:

1.SHADY WADEY (FR) 2.DOCTOR KILDARE (FR) 3.WALK WITH CHARISMA (IRE)

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