Bangor-on-Dee Racecard - Saturday 18th May

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

SATURDAY 18TH MAY

2024

Good afternoon,

Welcome to Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse for Wrexham Day, in partnership with Wrexham Lager. It’s a pleasure to welcome you to our newly named fixture as we celebrate the fantastic County Borough, of which we are proud to be a part.

Today we have 6 exciting races on the card. First up is The Wrexham Lager Proudly Back In Cans ‘National Hunt’ Maiden Hurdle Race at 3.55pm. At 5.40pm we see the most valuable race of the day, The Wrexham Lager Celebrates Wrexham AFC Promotion Handicap Steeple Chase, with a total prize pot of £25,000 The day draws to a close at 6.50pm with The Bangor Supporting Mental Health Awareness Week Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race.

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank today’s sponsor, Wrexham Lager It is fantastic to work alongside a successful local business and all at Bangor-on-Dee are grateful for your support.

I hope you’ll join us again next week for the Family Fun Evening taking place on Tuesday 28th May. Gates open at 4.30pm with the first race at 5.50pm, and its set to be a great evening of racing and fun activities, for all the family to enjoy

Jonathon Turner, Chairman

Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

FACILITIES AT THE RACECOURSE

The list of Officials for racing at Bangor-on-Dee today 5 7 9

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

AWARENESS WEEK NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE 13

NEWMARKET 2.05PM THE JENNINGSBET HANDICAP STAKES

NEWMARKET 2.40PM THE TRUSTATRADER.COM HANDICAP STAKES

NEWBURY 3.00PM THE TRADE NATION LONDON GOLD CUP

HANDICAP STAKES

NEWMARKET 3.15PM THE JENNINGSBET BRITAIN’S LEADING INDEPENDENT

BOOKMAKERS HANDICAP STAKES

NEWBURY 3.35PM THE AL SHAQAB LOCKINGE STAKES (GROUP 1)

1ST RACE 3.55PM THE WREXHAM LAGER PROUDLY BACK IN CANS ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

NEWBURY 4.10PM THE HKJC WORLD POOL HANDICAP STAKES

2ND RACE 4.30PM The REMEMBERING KITTY WARBURTON HANDICAP CHASE

3RD RACE 5.05PM THE WREXHAM LAGER DRAUGHT AT FAT BOAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

4TH RACE 5.40PM THE WREXHAM LAGER CELEBRATES WREXHAM AFC PROMOTION HANDICAP CHASE

5TH RACE 6.15PM THE BANGOR-ON-DEE HANDICAP CHASE

6TH RACE 6.50PM THE BANGOR SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH

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.

READING THE RACECARD

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) 6 11 4

B g Oscar (IRE) - Lisa’s Storm (IRE)

Owner: Mr C Trembath & Mr R Hyde

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: Tom and P. Phelan

Sponsor: Chanelle

Patrick Corbett (7)

Colours: PURPLE and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves and cap 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.

THE LEADING TRAINER & JOCKEY LEADERBOARD

COURSE FACTS & STATS

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 (67 wins from 323 runners, 21%) runs IORANGI DE L’ISLE (3.55),

BALLYGEARY and SEA GREY (5.05), A DIFFERENT KIND (5.40), MALPAS and SPIRIT OF REGULUS (6.15), TRICK OF THE TAIL (6.50).

O GREENALL & J GUERRIEO (18 wins from 166 runners, 11%) runs FENNELLA and CRYSTAL GLANCE (3.55), GETAWAY GLORY (4.30), EL BORRACHO (5.40), POLLYONESOCK (6.50).

F O’BRIEN (16 wins from 68 runners, 24%) runs OSLO (5.05).

G HANMER (13 wins from 109 runners, 12%) runs STONY MAN (4.30), ROTTEN ROW (5.05), SIR TIVO (5.40), ABAYA DU MATHAN (6.15).

J CANDLISH (13 wins from 89 runners, 15%) runs REGAL AND ROYAL (6.50).

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

1.

DONALD MCCAIN

2. BRIAN HUGHES

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D SKELTON (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs GWENNIE MAY JEM (3.55), SACRE COEUR (5.40), LONE SOLDIER (6.15).

J & A O’NEILL (8 wins from 35 runners, 23%) runs TED’S GIFT (3.55),

T CARROLL (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs NELSON RIVER (5.05).

O MURPHY (5 wins from 16 runners, 31%) runs THE FLYING POET (3.55), ENKI FLACKE (5.05), ARABESCATO (6.50).

O GREENALL & J GUERRIEO (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runners listed above

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

BRIAN HUGHES (54 wins from 219 rides, 25%) rides IORANGI DE L’ISLE (3.55), BALLYGEARY (5.05), A DIFFERENT KIND (5.40), SPIRIT OF REGULUS (6.15).

CHARLIE DEUTSCH (10 wins from 49 rides, 20%) rides BELLE IN THE PARK (3.55), COMMANDING VIEW (5.05), WESTBROOK LAD (6.50).

SEAN QUINLAN (9 wins from 85 rides, 11%) rides REGAL AND ROYAL (6.50).

HENRY BROOKE (7 wins from 78 rides, 9%) rides CRYSTAL GLANCE (3.55), GETAWAY GLORY (4.30), EL BORRACHO (5.40), POLLYONESOCK (6.50).

THEO GILLARD (7 wins from 76 rides, 9%) rides SEA GREY (5.05), MALPAS (6.15).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

HARRY COBDEN (7 wins from 28 rides, 25%) rides EASKEY LAD (4.30), FEEL THE PINCH (5.05), BOSTON JOE (6.15).

HENRY BROOKE (7 wins from 27 rides, 26%) rides listed above.

BRIAN HUGHES (6 wins from 36 rides, 17%) rides listed above.

JONJO O’NEILL JR (6 wins from 23 rides, 26%) rides TED’S GIFT (3.55), PRINCE ESCALUS (5.40), LIMETREE BOY (6.15).

BRYAN CARVER (4 wins from 20 rides, 20%) rides JOHN W CREASY (4.30), MAYHEM MYA (5.40).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 3.55 GWENNIE MAY JEM (down 2 grades); 5.05 BALLYGEARY (down 2 grades); 5.05 FEEL THE PINCH (down 2).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 5.40 PRINCE ESCALUS (won off 134 down 4lb to 130).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 16th May.

How To Play

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CRYSTAL GLANCE made a pleasing start when finishing third on her hurdling bow over 2m at Hereford last month and, with that experience under her belt, it would be no surprise if she were able to get off the mark at the second time of asking. 90,000-euro purchase The Flying Poet represents a stable very much on the hot list and he may emerge as the main danger, while Belle In The Park is another to note.

WIN: CRYSTAL GLANCE

EACHWAY: THE FLYING POET

IRON HEART certainly wasn’t stopping when running out a ready winner over an extended 2m4f at Market Rasen earlier this month and, reverting to the larger obstacles stepping up to 3m for the first time, he gets the nod. The relatively unexposed Getaway Glory warrants respect on the back of a game victory over an extended 2m7f at Huntingdon last month. The class-dropping Stony Man completes the shortlist

WIN: IRON HEART

GETAWAY GLORY

Punters will need to be in a forgiving mood to side with BALLYGEARY, but it might pay to do so. Donald McCain’s charge has posted some smart efforts behind useful rivals this year and, providing a recent wind operation can help him bounce back to form, he could be well handicapped and has won here before. Arctic Fox is respected on her handicap debut in this sphere and heads the list of dangers from Commanding View

WIN: BALLYGEARY

EACHWAY: ARCTIC FOX

After bringing up a four-timer off this mark last year, A DIFFERENT KIND rates the one to beat Donald McCain’s charge may have needed his reappearance over 2m4f at Perth last month and must be respected. Kansas City Star is feared most after a commanding success over 2m1f at Plumpton last time, while Sacre Coeur could reverse the Cheltenham form with Somespring Special.

WIN: A DIFFERENT KIND EACHWAY: KANSAS CITY STAR

BOSTON JOE was a very comfortable winner over 2m at Ffos Las earlier this month and a repeat of that effort would make him difficult to beat. Harry Cobden is a positive jockey booking and this 8lb rise might not be enough to anchor him. Fellow last-time-out winner Fanfan Du Seuil is also worthy of consideration after a fine front-running success over 2m at Catterick in December, while Limetree Boy can follow them home.

WIN: BOSTON JOE

EACHWAY: FANFAN DU SEUIL

This looks a good opportunity for CHURCHMAN to shed his maiden tag after a likeable effort when third over 2m at Uttoxeter earlier this month. Alastair Ralph’s runner shaped as if this step up in trip would suit and he makes plenty of appeal. Shandancer is feared most after a willing effort over the extended 2m4f at Plumpton behind a rival who has subsequently franked the form, while Arabescato heads the remainder

WIN: CHURCHMAN

EACHWAY: SHANDANCER

for three yrs old

Total prize fund £25000

THE JENNINGSBET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

No Horse

1 SERENE SERAPH (IRE) (197)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Pacific Angel (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE))

Owner: Wathnan Racing

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: Stowell Hill Partners

st lb Draw Jockey

9 9 (4)

Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap. Form: 3210- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won in the mud at Newbury last autumn but well held in a 6f course listed race on final start. Tough to argue her opening mark looks generous. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

2 DASHING DARCEY (GB)

B c Muhaarar - So Claire (Kyllachy)

Owner: Opulence Thoroughbreds

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Breeder: Kassala Ltd & Charlock Stud

Sponsor: Opulence Thoroughbreds

(9)

9 7 (3)

Colours: NAVY, GOLD braids, CREAM sleeves, NAVY cap, GOLD tassel

Form: P211-23

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of 1m Lingfield novices on AW in December and has made a good start to his turf and handicap career when placed around 7f at Newbury and Chester in recent weeks. Should give another good account.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87

3 VENTURE CAPITAL (GB) (27)

9 5 (6)

B g Washington DC (IRE) - Ventura Blues (IRE) (Bated Breath)

Owner: Ms Leslie Clune

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Breeder: Ms L. Clune

Sponsor: K. A. Ryan Racing

Colours: DARK GREEN, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, RED armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap. Form: 0311-6 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive at 2 yrs, winning 7f novices at Newcastle Faded into eighth stepped up to 1m on Musselburgh handicap debut/reappearance and connections waste no time returning him to 7f Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

4 LOVE BILLY BOY (IRE) (14)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Katrine (IRE) (Kodiac)

Owner: Roldvale Ltd, C. Bloor, W. Salthouse

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Sponsor: Tote

9 5 (2)

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

Form: 3330-02

TIMEFORM VIEW Two encouraging efforts here this spring, going down only narrowly in a big field when stepped up to this trip for the first time at the Guineas meeting. Even a 4lb rise may not stop him.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 85

5 GRESSINGTON (IRE) (39)

Gr g Outstrip - Silver Games (IRE) (Verglas (IRE))

Owner: Mr David Kilburn & Mr Christopher Wright

Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham

Breeder: Stratford Place Stud

Sponsor: MKM Building Supplies Ltd, Stratford Place Stud

9 3 (7)

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW diamond, diabolo on sleeves, PINK cap. Form: 12-3 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of promise in novice events over 7f, even allowing he was turned over at short odds on his Southwell reappearance 39 days ago. Appeals as one who can go on to better things in handicaps.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 83

6 MISS INFORMATION (IRE) (231)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Newsletter (IRE) (Sir Percy)

Owner: Norman Court Stud & Susan Bunney

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

Sponsor: Norman Court Stud

8 12 (1)

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK sash, BLACK cap Form: 02313-

TIMEFORM VIEW Made steady progress at 2, winning 6f Ascot novice (good to firm) in September and third in a competitive C&D nursery final start. Contender if fully tuned for her return.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78 Callum

7 SO LOGICAL (GB) (22)

8 11 (5)

B f Footstepsinthesand - Dainty’s Daughter (Cape Cross (IRE))

Owner: Tactful Finance and Partners

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Colours: RED, BLACK sash. Form: 32-21 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form, winning a weak maiden with ease at Newcastle (7f) last month. Makes handicap debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77 Hollie

Alec Voikhansky (3)

Aidan Keeley (3)

Kevin Stott

Neil Callan

Callum Rodriguez

Hutchinson (3)

Doyle

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

The Result

2023: HAVANA BLUE 3 9 3 John Fahy 10-1 (Clive Cox) 13 ran

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Gressington (IRE), 7-2 Love Billy Boy (IRE), 11-2 So Logical (GB), 6-1 Miss Information (IRE), 13-2 Dashing Darcey (GB), 16-1 Serene Seraph (IRE), Venture Capital (GB)

Race Summary:

LOVE BILLY BOY’s C&D second on Guineas weekend looks very solid form and he can go one better now. Handicap-newcomer Gressington should have his best days ahead of him and is second choice ahead of Dashing Darcey.

1-2-3: 1.LOVE BILLY BOY (IRE) 2.GRESSINGTON (IRE) 3.DASHING DARCEY

FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £100000

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No Horse Age st lb Draw Jockey

1 SAINT LAWRENCE (IRE)

B g Al Kazeem - Affluent (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Mr D. J. Deer

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer

Sponsor: Oakgrove Stud

(15)

6 9 12 (1)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and WHITE diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, quartered cap Form: 1300-00 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped losing sequence following yard switch/refitted with blinkers when landing the Wokingham at Royal Ascot last summer More than backed that up when third in Group 1 Prix Maurice de Gheest next time but safely held all 4 subsequent starts. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 105

2 MAKE ME KING (FR) (85)

4 9 11 (7)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Miss Infinity (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE))

Owner: Wathnan Racing

Trainer: H. A. Al Jehani, Qatar

Breeder: S.A.S. Haras Voltaire

Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap Form: 5525-54 D

TIMEFORM VIEW AW/turf winner in France for Andre Fabre and posted some useful efforts in the Middle East for this trainer over the winter His opening mark in Britain isn’t obviously generous.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 104

3 QUINAULT (GER) (224)

B g Oasis Dream - Queimada (GER) (Dansili)

Owner: TJE Racing

Trainer: Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

Sponsor: Tote

4 9 9 (3)

Colours: ORANGE and PURPLE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves and cap. Form: 111310- C D

TIMEFORM VIEW One of the success stories of last season, winning 7 of his first 8 handicaps, including valuable events at York, the July meeting here and Ascot. Comfortably held from this mark on his final start but no surprise were he to resume his progression now.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

4 DESERT COP (GB)

(14) 4 9 6 (12)

B g Oasis Dream - Speed Cop (Cadeaux Genereux)

Owner: Mr J. C. Smith

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Littleton Stud

Colours: PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE chevron, LIGHT BLUE cap Form: 0006-01 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form with a bang when winning 15-runner 6f course handicap at the recent Guineas meeting. Still has handicapping scope after a 5lb rise and he was runner-up over 7f at the start of his career.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 99

5 CARRYTHEONE (GB) (7) 7 9 6 (5)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Song of Passion (IRE) (Orpen (USA))

Owner: Mr Stuart Mizon

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Breeder: Pevens Racing

Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE sleeves, RED armlets. Form: 3266-00 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Bordering on smart at his best for Johnny Murtagh but no significant impact in a pair of competitive 7f handicaps for new yard this spring. Hood refitted. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

6 IMPERIAL FIGHTER (IRE) (238)

5 9 4 (15)

B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Endure (IRE) (Green Desert (USA))

Owner: Jim and Claire Ltd and Jon & Kay Collins

Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: MAROON and BEIGE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BEIGE cap, MAROON star Form: 655004- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in Irish 2000 Guineas in his 3-y-o season but has largely struggled since. Has left Andrew Balding ahead of reappearance. Best watched unless the betting strongly hints otherwise

7 RAINBOW FIRE (IRE) (21)

B g Kodiac - Heroine Chic (IRE) (Big Bad Bob (IRE))

Owner: Middleham Park Racing IV & Les Boyer

Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket

Breeder: Alexander Bloodstock

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

6 9 2 (10)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets. Form: 000-543 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 7f at Haydock last April and has been in good form this spring, placing back at Haydock (7f, heavy) last time

Hollie Doyle

Harry Burns (3)

Luke Catton (5)

Callum Hutchinson (3)

Pat Dobbs

8 KOY KOY (GB) (71)

B g Acclamation - Lynique (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE))

Owner: Mr Charlie Rosier & Mrs Julia Rosier

Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket

Breeder: Carisbrooke Stud

Sponsor: George Boughey Racing Ltd, SBK

5 9 2 (8)

Colours: YELLOW, PINK star and star on cap Form: 213-050 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in September Unable to make an impact in 3 outings in Dubai at the start of the year but respected on last year’s British efforts.

9

GORAK

(FR) (30)

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

B g Goken (FR) - Ponte Bawi (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: First Tuesday Syndicate

Trainer: Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket

Breeder: Guy Pariente Holding Spral

Sponsor: Fitzdares

5 9 2 (13)

Colours: RED and WHITE diamonds, RED sleeves. Form: 00000-4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in the first half of last season and returned with a creditable fourth of 15 over C&D (good to firm) at the Craven meeting in April, form which has been franked by the second and third since. Not discounted.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

10 DIVINE LIBRA (IRE) (10)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rakiza (IRE) (Elnadim (USA))

Owner: McLaren Horse Racing

Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn

Breeder: Mogeely Stud

Sponsor: Stonegate Homes, McLaren Horse Racing

4 9 1 (14)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE star, armlets and stars on cap.

Form: 1323-01 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a solid 3-y-o season and took it up another notch with a 7f Chester win 10 days ago. Raised 7lb but he’s likely capable of even better.

11

SUMMERGHAND

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 94

(IRE) (3) 10 9 1 (2)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kate The Great (Xaar)

Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Airlie Stud

Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE disc, WHITE sleeves, DARK BLUE spots. Form: 520500 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Down to his lowest mark for nearly 6 years and can have a line out through Wednesday’s York run as he was badly hampered early and eased off Hadn’t shaped too badly in 6f handicaps here prior to that. Races beyond 6f for only the second time in his long career STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was severely hampered by a faller Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

12 QUEST FOR FUN (GB) (14)

6 8 11 (6)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Craic Agus Spraoi (IRE) (Intense Focus (USA))

Owner: Reality Partnerships XVI

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Breeder: Elwick Stud

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Colours: YELLOW, RED disc, YELLOW sleeves, RED stars, RED cap. Form: 4621-40 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well when fourth on 7f Musselburgh reappearance and shaped better than the result in 1m Thirsk Hunt Cup, looking to play a part in the finish until his stamina gave out in the closing stages. Player back at 7f Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90

13 DARKNESS (FR) (14)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Kerila (FR) (Makfi)

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al

Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd

6 8 8 (11)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 0035-06 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark in this country on the July Course here last summer and shaped better than the result when 6 lengths sixth of 16 in 1m handicap here at the Guineas meeting, travelling powerfully in the lead for a long way. Interesting back at 7f

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 87

14 FINAL WATCH (GB) (15)

B g Mukhadram - Watchoverme (Haafhd)

Owner: Mrs Denis Haynes

Trainer: William Stone, West Wickham

Breeder: Wretham Stud

6 8 6 (9)

Colours: YELLOW, GREY sash. Form: 21645-0 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked as good as ever when scoring on the July Course last summer

Shaped better than the distance beaten suggested on final outing of the season at Ascot in October but he was never involved on his C&D reappearance a fortnight ago Needs to leave that well behind.

15 CHOLA EMPIRE (GB) (10)

B g Territories (IRE) - Veena (FR) (Elusive City (USA))

Owner: Chola Dynasty

Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket

Breeder: Dr Arujuna Sivananthan

Sponsor: David Simcock Racing Ltd

5 8 2 (4)

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BROWN hoops and armlets. Form: 06-2216 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in March. 9/1, respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at Kempton (7f) since. 2lb out of the weights back on turf. Others are more obvious.

Laura Pearson

Billy Loughnane

Callum Shepherd

Kevin Stott

Cieren Fallon

Sean Kirrane

Jason Watson

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Visor worn by No. 11, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

The Result

2023: MONTASSIB 5 9 7 Cieren Fallon 6-4 (William Haggas) 7 ran PLAY

SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Divine Libra (IRE), 8-1 Desert Cop (GB), 9-1 Gorak (FR), 10-1 Koy Koy (GB), Darkness (FR), 11-1 Rainbow Fire (IRE), 12-1 Quest For Fun (GB), 14-1 Quinault (GER), 16-1 Summerghand (IRE), 33-1 Saint Lawrence (IRE), Final Watch (GB), Chola Empire (GB), 40-1 Make Me King (FR), Carrytheone (GB), 50-1 Imperial Fighter (IRE)

Race Summary:

DARKNESS impressed with the way he travelled for a long way in a 1m course handicap on 2000 Guineas day and might be worth siding with back at 7f having dipped to 4lb below the mark he defied on the July Course last summer Fellow northern raider Quest For Fun failed to stay 1m in the Thirsk Hunt Cup last time and is interesting back at 7f Recent Chester scorer Divine Libra and last month’s C&D fourth Gorak also make the shortlist.

1-2-3:

1.DARKNESS (FR) 2.QUEST FOR FUN 3.DIVINE LIBRA (IRE)

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THE TRADE NATION

LONDON GOLD CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap)

No Horse st lb Draw Jockey

1 BLACK RUN (FR) (13)

B c Nathaniel (IRE) - Born Cross (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: Valmont & P F I Cole Ltd

Trainer: Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe

Breeder: E. A. R. L. Haras Du Quesnay

Sponsor: P. F. I. Cole Ltd

9 9 (5)

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK armlets, PINK cap Form: 31-61 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Goodwood novice last autumn and showed much improved form with his reappearance under his belt (also tongue tied first time) when adding to his tally in 1 1/4m Newmarket handicap 3 weeks ago. Can go on improving.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 99

2 CHANTILLY (IRE) (41)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Bridal Dance (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))

Owner: Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith/Westerberg

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Breeder: Barronstown Stud

9 5 (12)

Colours: DARK BLUE. Form: 6223-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on his juvenile form when making a successful handicap debut/reappearance over 1 1/4m at Leopardstown (heavy) 6 weeks ago The handicapper hasn’t missed him but he could have more to come for a top yard which won this race last year.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

3 KING’S GAMBIT (IRE) (239)

9 3 (2)

Ch c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Pure Symmetry (USA) (Storm Cat (USA))

Owner: Mr Mohammed Jaber

Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton Breeder: Roundhill Stud

Colours: WHITE, RED chevron, hooped sleeves, RED cap. Form: 012- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 1m course maiden last August and took another step forward when only narrowly failing to concede 6lb to the now smart Bracken’s Laugh back here (1m again) in September Shapes as if he’ll stay 1 1/4m and a very interesting contender for a yard with a strong record in this race Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93

4 HOT FUSS (IRE) (13)

B g Calyx - Natural Bloom (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Keith, David & Stephen Trowbridge Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Lambourn Breeder: Sir Robert Ogden

Sponsor: Route Agency Limited

9 2 (9)

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW stars. Form: 1462-44

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful but exposed with it and it’ll be a surprise if a few of the lightly-raced types in this line-up don’t improve past him. Wears first-time cheekpieces. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 92

5 PERSICA (IRE) (42)

Ch c New Bay - Rubira (AUS) (Lope de Vega (IRE))

Owner: Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: The Applecross Syndicate Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd

9 2 (7)

Colours: PURPLE and WHITE diamonds, PURPLE sleeves. Form: 0101-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful dual winner at 2. It turns out he had a lot on his plate up against Notable Speech in 1m Kempton conditions race on reappearance and he looks on a competitive opening handicap mark now stepping up to 1 1/4m for the first time

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

6 GOODWOOD ODYSSEY (GB) (22) 9

B c Ulysses (IRE) - Tropicana Bay (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Goodwood Racehorse Owners Group (29)

Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough

Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

Sponsor: Goodwood Racecourse Ltd

0 (13)

Colours: RED and YELLOW (halved), YELLOW sleeves, RED cap Form: 1-21 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Took his career record to 2-3 when producing a useful performance to see off by Brioni by 1 3/4 lengths in 1 1/4m Sandown handicap 3 weeks ago Major surprise if there isn’t more to come Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90 Kieran Shoemark

7

GO DADDY (IRE) (31)

8 13 (14)

Br g Smooth Daddy (USA) - Libys Dream (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner: Perspicacious Punters Racing Club

Trainer: William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Michael O’Reilly

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE stripe, striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 30214-4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Well suited by step up to this sort of trip when winning 5-runner Nottingham nursery in the mud last autumn. Respectable fourth in Newmarket handicap on reappearance but it only serves to remind that he needs a good deal more from his current mark. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

Tom Marquand

Ryan Moore

William Buick

Pierre-Louis Jamin

Sean Levey

Lewis Edmunds

8 PONIROS (GB) (33)

B c Golden Horn - Rue Renan (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))

Owner: Amo Racing Limited

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Breeder: Wilgerbosdrift (UK) Ltd

Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd

8 12 (10)

Colours: VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap Form: 13-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 1m Nottingham maiden (heavy) on debut last autumn and better form when placed in novice company over 1 1/4m since. Very much unexposed now moving into handicap company for his leading stable. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was struck into. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

9 BRIONI (FR) (22)

B c Cloth of Stars (IRE) - High Story (FR) (Zanzibari (USA))

Owner: Mrs M C Sweeney & Alan King

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

8 9 (3)

Colours: WHITE, RED disc, hooped cap Form: 32-12 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who made it third time lucky when making all in 1m Kempton maiden on reappearance in April. Good 1 3/4 lengths second of 12 to Goodwood Odyssey in handicap at Sandown (1 1/4m, good to soft) since. Merits respect. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 85

10 FIGHTER COMMAND (GB) (19)

Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Bound (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Lordship Stud

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Lordship Stud

8 8 (11)

Colours: DARK BLUE and PINK stripes, PINK sleeves and cap. Form: 2-31 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on his first 2 starts and made it third time lucky in 1 1/4m

Windsor maiden (good to soft) 19 days ago His opening handicap mark isn’t obviously generous but he’s from a top stable so could have more to offer

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84

11 INTO BATTLE (IRE) (25)

Ch c Churchill (IRE) - Madam Baroque (Royal Applause)

Owner: Philip Afia and Matthew Cottis

Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Norelands & Hamish McCalmont B/stock

Sponsor: ABM Catering Facilities Management

8 6 (4)

Colours: PURPLE, PINK epaulets, quartered cap Form: 51-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut run well behind to win 14-runner maiden (7/1) at Kempton (1mf) in November and followed up under a penalty in 8.5f Epsom novice (good to firm) last month. More needed again now stepped up to 1 1/4m for handicap debut.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 82

12 PREPSCHOOL (IRE) (22)

Gr g Camelot - Free To Roam (IRE) (Bushranger (IRE))

Owner: The Heatherdonians 1

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Breeder: Pitchford Bloodstock

Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

8 5 (6)

Colours: RED, WHITE chevrons and sleeves, WHITE and RED hooped cap. Form: 2124-43

TIMEFORM VIEW Another good effort when 3 lengths third to Goodwood Odyssey and Brioni in 1 1/4m Sandown handicap 3 weeks ago but he might prove vulnerable to some of the more progressive types in this line-up

13 SPIRIT OF ACKLAM (GB) (21)

B c Cracksman - Zacchera (Zamindar (USA))

Owner: Amity Finance Racing

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: D. J. Erwin Bloodstock

Sponsor: Amity Finance Ltd

8 4 (8)

Colours: BLACK, WHITE seams, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 01-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising Cracksman colt who has won novices at Ayr (1m, good to soft) and Ripon (1 1/4m, heavy) 7 months apart. Clocked a good time at Ripon and doesn’t look overburdened from an opening mark of 80. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 80

14

INDIVIDUALISM (GB) (27)

B c Too Darn Hot - Reckoning (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))

Owner: Dr J. Walker

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Mascalls Stud

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

David Egan

8 2 (1)

Colours: LIME GREEN, ROYAL BLUE epaulets and cap Form: 2325-2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to connections’ Gold Cup winner Subjectivist. Hasn’t won in 5 starts but has shown plenty of promise Couldn’t live with a Karl Burke improver on 1m Musselburgh handicap debut/reappearance at Musselburgh 4 weeks ago but he saw off the rest comfortably. Remains capable of better. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 78

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Joe Fanning

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

The Result 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

Jamie Spencer

Benoit de la Sayette

Luke Morris

Silvestre De Sousa

Joanna Mason

2023: BERTINELLI (USA) 3 9 5 Ryan Moore 9-2 (Aidan O’Brien) 14 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

11-2 Chantilly (IRE), 7-1 King’s Gambit (IRE), 17-2 Individualism (GB), 9-1 Goodwood Odyssey (GB), 11-1 Black Run (FR), Brioni (FR), 12-1 Fighter Command (GB), 14-1 Poniros (GB), Spirit of Acklam (GB), 16-1 Into Battle (IRE), 20-1 Persica (IRE), Prepschool (IRE), 40-1 Go Daddy (IRE), 300-1 Hot Fuss (IRE)

Race Summary:

Always one of the hottest 3-y-o handicaps of the season. SPIRIT OF ACKLAM’s yard plundered a big-field 3-y-o handicap at York earlier in the week and this progressive dual novice winner might be able to take the prize back to Yorkshire. Goodwood Odyssey, Chantilly, who represents last year’s winning connections, and King’s Gambit, whose yard has a strong record in this, head the many possible dangers 1-2-3:

1.SPIRIT OF ACKLAM 2.GOODWOOD ODYSSEY 3.CHANTILLY (IRE)

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Total prize fund £25000

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HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

No Horse

Age st lb Draw Jockey

1 DASHING ROGER (GB) (21) 7 9 9 (9)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Croeso Cusan (Diktat)

Owner: Mr Ron Spore

Trainer: William Stone, West Wickham

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW spots. Form: 011-005 CD

Breeder: Mr Richard Evans

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last season with a pair of wins in the mud, including over C&D Stepped back in right direction after a low-key start to season when fifth of 9 in at Leicester (8.2f, heavy) 21 days ago and has dropped back to last winning mark, though contrasting conditions here are a concern. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

2 GOOD

KARMA (GB)

(35) 4 9 9 (4)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Prontamente (More Than Ready (USA))

Owner: Mr Michael Buckley & China Horse Club

Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket

Colours: WHITE, BLACK cap Form: 01/10-0 BF

Breeder: China Horse Club International Ltd

Sponsor: James Ferguson Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage 4-y-o who bagged a Wolverhampton maiden at 2 yrs and built on that when defying a penalty on return at Newbury (7f) last year Made a disappointing return from 10 months off at Chelmsford (7f) last month so is probably best watched returned to turf

3 AALTO (FR) (14)

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

B g Zelzal (FR) - Au Dessus (Siyouni (FR))

Owner: Bell, Lyons & James

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder: S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville

Sponsor: Helicentreuk

4 9 9 (5)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE hoop and armlets, hooped cap.

Form: 4/3100-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort in France, and having dropped in the weights, ran his best race on these shores when second of 16 in handicap at this C&D (good, 40/1) 14 days ago Found only another relatively lightly-raced 4-y-o too good on that occasion and he’s not taken lightly

4

HOPEFUL

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 88

(GB) (16)

B f Make Believe - Moon Mountain (Frankel)

Owner: Prince A. A. Faisal

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Nawara Stud Limited

4 9 5 (3)

Colours: MAROON, GREY epaulets. Form: 4/-152 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 15 months after her debut but proved herself a useful prospect when winning at Newcastle in January Took a step forward returned to turf when second of 6 in handicap at Redcar (10f, soft, 13/8), showing a likeable attitude in defeat, and she’s less exposed than most here. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 84

5

REPERTOIRE

(GB) (17) 8 9 4 (2)

B g Bated Breath - Binche (USA) (Woodman (USA))

Owner: K Stewart & Partners

Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: David Simcock Racing Ltd

Colours: RED, ORANGE armlets. Form: 20010-4 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race last season last season before also scoring at Windsor of his penultimate outing of campaign. Ran about as well as could have been expected in the face of unfavourably slow gallop at Ascot last time and he’s not ruled of making the frame, Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83

6

CABINET OF

CLOWNS

(IRE) (208) 5 9 1 (6)

Gr g Tamayuz - Silver Games (IRE) (Verglas (IRE))

Owner: Mr C Wright & The Hon Mrs J M Corbett

Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder: Stratford Place Stud

Sponsor: Stratford Place Stud

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW stripe, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets and star on YELLOW cap

Form: 514224- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner on the July Course here last summer before doubling tally for the season at Chepstow later in year Ended season still in good form but probably best watched on return from 6 months off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80

7 SIGNCASTLE CITY (IRE)

(12) 4 9 1 (1)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Uae Queen (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Sponsor: JMH Group

Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap Form: 3050-01 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Benefited from the return to this trip when winning 8-runner handicap at Bath (8f, heavy) 12 days ago Has won on quicker ground previously and has to be respected after that career-best effort from 3lb higher mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80

Bishop

Cieren Fallon

Saffie Osborne

Billy Loughnane

Kevin Stott

Callum Shepherd

Charles

Alec Voikhansky (3)

8 EPSOM FAITHFULL (GB) (50)

7 9 0 (8)

B m Coach House (IRE) - La Fortunata (Lucky Story (USA))

Owner: Epsom Racegoers No.2

Trainer: Pat Phelan, Epsom

Breeder: Mr James Patton

Sponsor: Ede’s (UK) Ltd

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE Cross of Lorraine Form: 6-31103 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at Lingfield in the winter and deserved credit for getting so close from a long way back when third there (7f, AW) 50 days ago Meets sterner opposition this time but she clearly returns to turf in good heart.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79

9 HE’S

A GENTLEMAN (IRE)

(10) 5 8 13 (11)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Cut No Ice (IRE) (Verglas (IRE))

Owner: Michael Owen Racing Club

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE triple diamond, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 212-202 D

TIMEFORM VIEW A two-time scorer at Wolverhampton last autumn who went close in a 12-runner handicap there on return. Quickly back to his best when runner-up at Chester (7f, good) and he can give another good account.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78

10 GREAT BLASKET (IRE) (18)

B g Gregorian (IRE) - Dream Belle (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Urloxhey Racing

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Breeder: Rathasker Stud

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

4 8 12 (10)

Colours: ORANGE, ORANGE and BLACK check sleeves. Form: 335211 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Had been knocking on the door prior to scoring at Southwell (8.1f) last month before following up at Yarmouth (8f, good) 3 weeks later. Another step forward will be needed to defy a 4lb higher mark in this grade but he’s not ruled out of making it. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

11 ZOZIMUS

(IRE) (7) 6 8 12 (7)

B g Footstepsinthesand - Comment (Sadler’s Wells (USA))

Owner: The Horse Watchers 3

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Grange Stud

Sponsor: Timeform

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE seams and sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 000334 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole win came back in 2020 but he does lurk on an eyecatching mark and has looked on good terms with himself of late, finishing with running left from a poor position at Haydock (7f, good). Frame claims back up in trip STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Blinkers worn by No. 10. Visor worn by No. 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

The Result

2023: REPERTOIRE 7 9 4 Jamie Spencer 11-2 (David Simcock) 9 ran

Betting Forecast:

9-2 Hopeful (GB), 6-1 Aalto (FR), Signcastle City (IRE), 9-1 He’s A Gentleman (IRE), Great Blasket (IRE), Zozimus (IRE), 14-1 Good Karma (GB), 16-1 Epsom Faithfull (GB), 18-1 Dashing Roger (GB), 20-1 Repertoire (GB), Cabinet of Clowns (IRE)

Race Summary:

AALTO went close to defying long odds on his return over C&D earlier in the month and remains on a fair mark based on the pick of his French form, so Ian Williams’ gelding gets the nod over Andrew Balding’s unexposed filly Hopeful. Signcastle City proved better than ever when scoring at Bath last time and is another for the shortlist.

1-2-3:

1.AALTO (FR) 2.HOPEFUL 3.SIGNCASTLE CITY (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

Paddy Bradley

Ross Coakley

Hollie Doyle

Jason Watson

3.35

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Total prize fund £400000

THE AL SHAQAB LOCKINGE STAKES

(CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series)

No Horse Age st lb Draw Jockey

1 AUDIENCE (GB) (218)

B g Iffraaj - Ladyship (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Cheveley Park Stud

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

5 9 2 (5)

Colours: RED, WHITE sash, WHITE cap Form: 1/16223-

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved since being gelded and fitted with a hood, winning a 7f Group 3 at Newmarket on his 2023 reappearance. Second in Group 2 company at York and Doncaster (both 7f) at the end of the summer but below-form third in Newmarket Group 2 final start. Tackles 1m for the first time on return. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 114

2 BIG ROCK (FR) (210)

4 9 2 (9)

Br c Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Hardiyna (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))

Owner: Yeguada Centurion

Trainer: Maurizio Guarnieri, France

Breeder: Yeguada Centurion SLU

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE chevrons on sleeves, hooped cap Form: 112221- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in French Derby at Chantilly, Prix Jacques le Marois at Deauville (to Inspiral) and Prix du Moulin at Longchamp prior to breaking his Group 1 duck with a bang in QEII at Ascot (1m, soft) in October, making all by 6 lengths. Has left Christopher Head prior to reappearance. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 127

3 CHARYN (IRE) (22)

Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Futoon (IRE) (Kodiac)

Owner: Mr Nurlan Bizakov

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Breeder: Grangemore Stud

Sponsor: Sumbe Sas

4 9 2 (6)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW and LIGHT BLUE halved sleeves. Form: 3033-11 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Found a few too strong at the top level at 3 but has returned an improved performer, winning a Doncaster listed (1m, heavy) and Group 2 Sandown Mile (good to soft; beat Poker Face 1 1/4 lengths) in recent months. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

4 DEAR MY FRIEND

(GB) (50) 4 9 2 (2)

Ch g Pivotal - Dusty Red (Teofilo (IRE))

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XXV & Michael Lai

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Bartlett, Beever & Cheveley Park Stud

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets. Form: 00-1110 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a smart performer on AW at the start of this year, winning 3 times over 1m, including a Lingfield listed. Disappointing at Newcastle on Good Friday, though, and this surely asks too much back on turf STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/3/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 113

5 FLIGHT PLAN

(GB) (252) 4 9 2 (8)

B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Romp (Pivotal)

Owner: Clipper

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: Miss K. J. Keir

Colours: GREY Form: 200231- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Took time to find his feet last year but ended the season on the up, culminating with a breakthrough success at pattern level at Leopardstown (1m, good to firm) in September Every chance he’ll make up into an even better 4-y-o but this is a very tough starting point. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

6 HI ROYAL (IRE) (31)

B c Kodiac - Majestic Roi (USA) (Street Cry (IRE))

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

4 9 2 (4)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 23000-3 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in 2000 Guineas at Newmarket and the Irish version at the Curragh last May. Lost his way badly in the second half of his 3-y-o campaign but back on track after wind surgery when third to Ottoman Fleet in 9f Newmarket Group 3 on reappearance in April. Cheekpieces refitted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

7 POKER FACE (IRE) (22)

5 9 2 (10)

B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Stars At Night (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Mr Edward J. Ware

Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket

Breeder: Rockhart Trading Ltd

Sponsor: Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited

Colours: BLACK and WHITE (quartered), SCARLET sleeves and cap Form: 21112-2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made excellent progress at 4, winning Pontefract listed, Deauville Group 3 and Longchamp Group 2. Cheekpieces on first time, good 1 1/4 lengths second to Charyn in Sandown Mile on reappearance. Gave 3lb to Roger Varian’s charge on that occasion and shouldn’t be much between them off levels. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

Robert Havlin

Aurelien Lemaitre

Silvestre

De Sousa

Joe Fanning

Daniel Tudhope

Ryan Moore

James Doyle

8 REAL WORLD (IRE) (49)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Nafura (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: Godolphin

Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket

Breeder: Godolphin

Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

7 9 2 (3)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE. Form: 5-66310 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Chased home Baaeed in this in 2022 but doesn’t seem the same force these days, for all he won a 1m Bahrain listed event in March. Well held in Group 1 on Dubai World Cup night at Meydan subsequently Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109

9 ROYAL SCOTSMAN (IRE) (333)

B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Enrol (Pivotal)

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: JMH Group

4 9 2 (11)

Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap Form: 152/300-

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed for second time in Group 1 company at Newmarket when third to Chaldean (Hi Royal 1/2 length ahead in second) in last year’s 2000 Guineas. Well held in the Irish 2000 Guineas and St James’s Palace subsequently and needs to get his career back on track after 11 months off Tongue tied first time STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

10 WITCH HUNTER (FR) (7)

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 114

B g Siyouni (FR) - Sorciere (IRE) (Orpen (USA))

Owner: Mr William Stobart

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: Petra Bloodstock Agency Ltd

5 9 2 (7)

Colours: WHITE and EMERALD GREEN stripes, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN stars.

Form: 3410-53 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who bagged Buckingham Palace (Handicap) at Royal Ascot and Group 2 Hungerford here (both 7f) last summer Has returned with 2 respectable efforts this spring but behind Charyn and Poker School in Sandown Mile first occasion and biting off more than he can chew here. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111

11 INSPIRAL (GB) (196)

B m Frankel - Starscope (Selkirk (USA))

Owner: Cheveley Park Stud

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

5 8 13 (1)

Colours: RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Form: 6/25111- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Beat Big Rock to land a second successive Prix Jacques le Marois at Deauville last August and went on to complete a top-level hat-trick in the autumn with wins in the Sun Chariot at Newmarket (1m) and Breeders’ Cup Filly and Mare Turf at Santa Anita (1 1/4m). A mare of the highest class. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 9. Hood worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 8.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2023: MODERN GAMES (IRE) 4 9 2 William Buick 3-1 (Charlie Appleby) 12 ran PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

2-1 Big Rock (FR), 5-2 Inspiral (GB), 6-1 Charyn (IRE), 15-2 Poker Face (IRE), 22-1 Royal Scotsman (IRE), 28-1 Flight Plan (GB), 33-1 Real World (IRE), 50-1 Dear My Friend (GB), Hi Royal (IRE), 66-1 Audience (GB), 100-1 Witch Hunter (FR)

Race Summary:

An excellent renewal. The possibility of ease in the ground just tips things in the favour of BIG ROCK over Inspiral, who has shown her peak form on good or firmer A change of stable muddies the waters slightly regarding the selection but he was most impressive in the QEII at Ascot when last seen. Recent Sandown Mile 1-2 Charyn and Poker Face look best of the rest

1-2-3:

1.BIG ROCK (FR) 2.INSPIRAL 3.CHARYN (IRE)

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Oisin Murphy

Jamie Spencer

Sean Levey

Kieran Shoemark

for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE WREXHAM LAGER PROUDLY BACK IN CANS ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, May 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Wrexham Lager will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 18 entries at £40. - Closed May 13th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 BROCKARNO (GB) (24)

Ch g Lucarno (USA) - Brockwell Abbey

Owner: Mr David W Jagger & Mrs Belinda Clarke

Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Breeder: The Roper Family

6 11 4

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW star, striped sleeves and diamond on cap. Form: 36/0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise on his debut in February 2023 but has failed to repeat that form both outings subsequently, including on first run for current yard after 13 months off at Ludlow last time Hurdle bow.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

2 DAPPER GENT (GB) (14)

B g Dapper - Overpriced

Owner: Mr M. Barnes

Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton

Breeder: M. A. Barnes

Sponsor: Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

7 11 4

Colours: RED, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets. Form: 5606/0-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly much improved when second of 7 in selling hurdle at Hexham (16.2f, soft) 14 days ago Remains to be seen if he’s able to back that up

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81

3 IORANGI DE L’ISLE (FR) (138)

B g Lauro (GER) - Naiade de L’Isle (FR)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mme Veronique Sayet

6 11 4

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap. Form: F1/33-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won completed start in Irish points and shaped with promise in a Catterick bumper/maiden hurdle last season. Open to improvement and ought to have a big say.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingBrian Hughes

4 TED’S GIFT (GB) (134)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Try The Bell (IRE)

Owner: Mr Robert Lester

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr & Mrs I. Ross Sponsor: Wasdell Group

5 11 4

Colours: MAUVE, BLACK sash, YELLOW sleeves and cap. Form: 3216-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who offered something to work on sent hurdling over a longer trip when sixth of 16 in a maiden at Ludlow (21.2f, heavy) in January Down in trip but should improve.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

5 THE FLYING POET (IRE) (-)

B g Milan - Bawnmore Lass (IRE)

Owner: Touchwood Racing

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Mr E. Mulryan

Sponsor: Motaclan

5 11 4

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE armlets. Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW €90,000 3-y-o, Milan gelding. Half-brother to fair 19f hurdle winner King of Cong. Interesting newcomer. Wears hood.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Fergus Gregory

6 GWENNIE MAY JEM (FR) (56) 4 10 12

B g Manatee - City Sport (FR)

Owner: Ms Gwendoline M Clarke

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Haras de L’Etoile & A. S. Gabrielle

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW chevron, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.

Form: 0-

TIMEFORM VIEW In a top yard but finished last of 20 in Newbury bumper (16.3f, good to soft) on debut 56 days ago Makes hurdles debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

Lee Edwards

Danny McMenamin

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Tristan Durrell (3)

7 AUNTIE MAGGIE (IRE) (11)

B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Nora’s Cherry (IRE)

Owner: Mr Bill Hawkins

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Denis Noonan

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

5 10 11

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap Form: 3-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole start in Irish points (Mar 3) but made little impact on his recent hurdling debut at Hereford. Most likely one for later on.

-

8 BELLE IN THE PARK (IRE) (-)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Princess Susan (IRE)

Owner: Miss V. M. Williams

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Aidan Aherne

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

7 10 11

Colours: RED, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED star. Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Walk In The Park mare. Half-sister to bumper winner Northern Belle. Dam, unraced, closely related to useful hurdler (2m winner) Snake Eyes out of useful staying hurdler/chaser Be My Belle Market can guide

9 CRYSTAL GLANCE (GB) (39)

Br f Passing Glance - Crystal Princess (IRE)

Owner: Wynnstay Wanderers II

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mrs L. V. Williamson

4 10 5

Colours: MAGENTA, SILVER hoop and armlets, quartered cap.

Form: 3-

TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance filly Half-sister to 4 winners, including useful hurdler Harambe and fair hurdler/chaser Diamond Rock. Showed plenty to work on against rivals with experience when third in a Hereford juvenile (16.2f) last month and can improve Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA RatingHenry Brooke

10 FENNELLA (GB) (23) 4 10 5

B f Dartmouth - Fenney Spring

Owner: The Wadeley Partnership

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: W. P. Jenks

Colours: PINK, GREY hoops and armlets. Form: 0U-

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held sole outing in bumpers and unseated rider early on Huntingdon hurdling debut. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Hood worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

2023: MASTER PLAYER (IRE) 6 11 4 Sean Bowen EVENS (John Joseph Hanlon) 12 ran

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Ted’s Gift (GB), 9-2 Iorangi de L’Isle (FR), 5-1 The Flying Poet (IRE), 11-2 Crystal Glance (GB), 8-1 Belle In The Park (IRE), 12-1 Dapper Gent (GB), 25-1 Gwennie May Jem (FR), 40-1 Auntie Maggie (IRE), 100-1 Brockarno (GB), 150-1 Fennella (GB)

Race Summary:

CRYSTAL GLANCE has a useful pedigree and, having shown plenty to work on in a Hereford juvenile last month, she gets the vote to make her second outing a winning one Ted’s Gift and Iorangi de l’isle are considered the main threats. 1-2-3:

Charlie Deutsch

Craig Nichol

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £75000

THE HKJC WORLD POOL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

2)

No Horse

1 WILLEM TWEE (GB) (104)

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Paulinie (Royal Applause)

Owner: Chris van Hoorn Racing

Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket

Breeder: Plantation Stud

Sponsor: Pegasus Stables LLP

Age st lb Draw Jockey

5 9 12 (6)

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE halved sleeves. Form: 02/011-3 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding who took his form up another notch when landing a 6f listed event under Oisin Murphy at Lingfield in November Perhaps just needed the run 3 months later when third of 6 in a similar event there (6f, AW) in February and not seen since. Lots to like back in handicap company. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105

6

2 SIGNIFICANTLY (GB) (14) 6 9 10 (2)

B g Garswood - Rosebride (Mayson)

Owner: Mr N. O’Keeffe

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers

NON-RUNNER

Colours: BLACK, WHITE hoop, WHITE sleeves, BLACK armlets. Form: 6212-06 D

Br ers

TIMEFORM VIEW Extremely likeable sprinter who won the Ayr Gold Cup last season in between two more big efforts in valuable handicaps. Almost certainly needed the run on reappearance and likely to have gone very close had he not been checked late on in a Group 3 at Newmarket (5f, good) 2 weeks ago NON RUNNER. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered close to the line Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating 103 Non Runner

emely sprint yr luable t rtainly e ely ry ertainly eappear ery ed oup , s S TE: wing to 4 was was ar Ra 103 BHA 10

3 JUAN LES PINS (GB) (6)

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Miss Cap Ferrat (Darshaan)

Owner: Mr Matthew Taylor

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Executors of the Late Mr J.L.C. Pearce

Sponsor: Trade Access Panels Ltd

7 9 10 (1)

Colours: WHITE, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap.

Form: 43-2000 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner a couple of years ago but not firing at present, however, his latest effort following a break at Newcastle (6f) 6 days ago is easy to strike a line through (left poorly placed). Others make more appeal. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 103

4 RUMSTAR (GB) (41)

B g Havana Grey - Stellarta (Sakhee’s Secret)

Owner: Vincent and Russell Ward

Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Sponsor: Pump Technology Limited

4 9 9 (10)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 56U00-0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive 3-time winner as a juvenile, landing Group 3 Cornwallis Stakes. Some good efforts in face of some fairly stiff tasks last term but having been gelded, was well held after 6 months off in a handicap at Bath (5f, heavy) just under 6 weeks ago Return to firmer ground a plus.Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

5 FERROUS (IRE) (42)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Grizzel (IRE) (Kodiac)

Owner: Recycled Products Limited & Partner

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Breeder: Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd

4 9 5 (5)

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, YELLOW star, DARK GREEN sleeves, YELLOW cap. Form: 3150-11 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Contested some deep 3-y-o handicaps last season and showed improved form to make a winning return at Wolverhampton (6.1f) in March. Followed up from 5lb higher in the style of an upwardly-mobile sprinter at Kempton (6f) 6 weeks ago and looks one to keep firmly onside. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98

6 WILTSHIRE (GB) (29)

B g Aclaim (IRE) - Simballina (IRE) (Azamour (IRE))

Owner: The Marathon Partnership

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: Simballina Partnership

Sponsor: Somerville Lodge Ltd

4 9 2 (7)

Colours: PINK, WHITE striped sleeves. Form: 1/5501-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his career tally on final start for Freddie & Martyn Meade (sold for 92,000 gns) and showed that he’s improved some more since (gelded) when winning 16-runner handicap at this C&D (good to soft) last month, value for plenty extra. Better still to come, he looks a major player. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 95

7 LETHAL LEVI (GB) (3)

B g Lethal Force (IRE) - Dartrix (Dutch Art)

Owner: Made in Thailand

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: Joshua A. Knox

Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd

5 8 12 (3)

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE sleeves, WHITE cap, PURPLE spots. Form: 0404-00 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to score last term but posted some good efforts in defeat, including when fourth of 17 in handicap at Ascot (7f, good to firm) in October Failed to come on for his reappearance when down the field at York (6f, good) on Wednesday and first-time blinkers are reached for. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 91

Clifford Lee

Oisin Murphy

Frederick Larson (3)

Trevor Whelan

David Probert

Tom Marquand

8 UNDER THE TWILIGHT (GB) (33)

B m Twilight Son - Rococoa (IRE) (Zebedee)

Owner: Mr Roger Gould

Trainer: Michael Blake, Trowbridge

Breeder: Elaine Chivers

Sponsor: Sb Racehorse Rehoming

6 8 11 (12)

Colours: WHITE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap, BLACK stars. Form: 00251-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times last year and picked up from where she left off 6 months prior when landing 12-runner handicap at Windsor (6f, good) last month, confirming herself a useful mare. 4lb rise to contend with and will need another career best to take this.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90 Richard Kingscote

9 GISBURN (IRE) (15)

Ch g Ribchester (IRE) - Disclose (Dansili)

Owner: Michael Kerr-Dineen & Martin Hughes

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: D. Gibbons, M. O’Meara & R. Gogan

Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd

5 8 10 (4)

Colours: PURPLE, WHITE diamonds on sleeves, check cap Form: 123-003 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a lengthy losing run at Goodwood last October and after a couple of below-par performances this year, turned in best effort of the season so far when third of 8 at same course (6f, heavy) just over 2 weeks ago. Overall profile suggests he’s far from certain to build on it, however

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

10 UNITED APPROACH (IRE) (386)

4 8 9 (11)

B c Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Bright Approach (IRE) (New Approach (IRE))

Owner: Mr Saeed Manana

Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Colours: WHITE, RED sash, RED and WHITE striped cap Form: 51/1- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise in good style when getting off the mark at Ayr in September 2022. Impressive in defying a penalty 7 months on at Doncaster (6f, heavy) last April and has clearly had his issues not to have been seen since. Market check needed on handicap bow.

11

WOOLHAMPTON

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

(IRE) (17) 4 8 6 (8)

B f Camacho - Mary Thomas (IRE) (Zoffany (IRE))

Owner: Mr David Klein

Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton

Breeder: Cavalier Bloodstock & James Lombard

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW stars, BLACK cap, YELLOW star Form: 3240-41 D

Sponsor: Signs&SafetyLtd,MillmanRacingClub,RodMillmanRacingLtd

TIMEFORM VIEW Goes well at Ascot and back in headgear, got right back on track with her reappearance under her belt when winning 8-runner handicap there (5f, good) 17 days ago Was competitive from this sort of mark last summer and no reason why she won’t be again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

12 MITROSONFIRE (GB) (136)

6 8 5 (9)

Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Blaugrana (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

Owner: Mr John O’Mulloy

Trainer: William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn

Breeder: Stowell Hill Ltd

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE stars, armlets and star on cap Form: 30640-5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Long time without success (nineteen runs) and didn’t seem to be in top form when last seen on the all-weather over the winter His mark is as low as it’s been for almost 2 years, but the percentage call is to look elsewhere. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/1/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

De Sousa

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn first time by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.

The

Result 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2023: SHOBIZ 5 8 10 William Buick 8-1 (Charles Hills) 18 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

9-2 Willem Twee (GB), 11-2 Wiltshire (GB), 6-1 Ferrous (IRE), 7-1 United Approach (IRE), 10-1 Under The Twilight (GB), Woolhampton (IRE), 16-1 Lethal Levi (GB), Gisburn (IRE), 20-1 Juan Les Pins (GB), Mitrosonfire (GB), 33-1 Rumstar (GB)

Race Summary:

William Haggas’ new recruit WILTSHIRE put himself in line for some of the top sprint handicaps when scoring over C&D last month (value for much more than the head winning margin), and with further improvement on the cards, he’s fancied to notch his fourth career success at the expense of Ferrous, who looks an upwardly-mobile sprinter and arrives on a hat-trick. Willem Twee and the returning United Approach are another couple worth keeping a close eye on, too.

1-2-3:

1.WILTSHIRE 2.FERROUS (IRE) 3.WILLEM TWEE

William Buick

Jamie Spencer

Jack Enright (7)

Silvestre

24/05/12 - 08/02/22

SECOND RACE 4.30

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

THE REMEMBERING KITTY WARBURTON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

3M 30Y

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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 16th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Warburton Family have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £50. - Closed May 13th, 2024

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Horse Age st lb

1 STONY MAN (IRE) (25)

B g Getaway (GER) - Answer My Question (IRE)

Owner: Lockdown Racing

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mrs Margaret Lucey

Sponsor: Far Logistics Ltd

8 12 0

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK spots on sleeves and cap Form: PUP/PP4- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner here in May 2022. Failed to complete next 5 starts over hurdles but at least offered something to work on switch to fences when fourth at Southwell last month. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

2 GROVE ROAD (IRE) (24)

Ch g Mahler - Dear Frankie (IRE)

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Gareth Adair

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

8 11 13

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 53665P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a promising stayer in the making when winning a brace of novice hurdles in late 2022. However, hasn’t kicked on since and last 4 efforts have been poor. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 102

3 EASKEY LAD (IRE) (227)

B g Most Improved (IRE) - Lilakiya (IRE)

Owner: Miss Sarah Carter

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: L. Montgomery

9 11 12

Colours: DARK GREEN, ORANGE hoops, armlets and cap Form: 11043P- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to win a pair of 3m Ffos Las handicaps last summer Mixed record since but returns after 7 months off with yard in good form and Harry Cobden is a positive booking. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/10/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 101

4 IRON HEART (GB) (8)

B g Muhaarar - Kiyoshi

Owner: Mr V. Phillips

Trainer: Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: The Kiyoshi Partnership

7 11 11

Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN star, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, RED stars. Form: 5P045-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Made an encouraging stable/chase debut when runner-up at Worcester (20f) in September. Well held next 2 starts but back to form back over hurdles of late, readily scoring at Market Rasen last week. 10lb higher back over fences.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 100

5 GETAWAY GLORY (GB) (23) 5

B g Getaway (GER) - Milan Athlete (IRE)

Owner: Racing To Profit Syndicate 2 & Partner

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr W. Kinsey

Sponsor: Swansway

11 9

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap Form: 1/06401- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who surpassed his hurdles form at the first attempt over fences when scoring by a neck at Huntingdon last month in spite of jumping right throughout in first-time headgear. Open to further improvement. Star

6

JOHN W CREASY (IRE) (22)

Ch g Ocovango - African Miss (IRE)

Owner: The Honourable Protagonists Syndicate

Trainer: Chris Honour, Ashburton

Breeder: Frank O’Meara

Sponsor: Cotswold Stone Supplies

6 11 2

Colours: BLACK, GREY star and star on cap Form: 504000-

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t really threatened in a handful of outings for this yard and remains to be seen if switch to chasing brings about improvement. Star

No

Jockey

Robert Dunne

Nick Scholfield

Harry Cobden

James Bowen

Henry Brooke

Bryan Carver

7 ON THE PLATFORM (IRE) (79) 8

B g Valirann (FR) - Coca’s Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Belinda Clarke

Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr A. B. O’Brien

10 10

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap. Form: 2/42P3P- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record for this yard last season, running poorly at Ludlow final start. Others appeal more. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

8 DARANOVA (IRE) (25)

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Dara Supreme (IRE)

Owner: Mr Colin Moore

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mr D.P. Constable

NON-RUNNER

10 10 5

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, BLACK diamond, diamonds on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, BLACK star. Form: P63P50- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained 2 C&D wins in May 2022 but largely struggled since. NON RUNNER. Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating 80

9 KING OF THE HILL (IRE) (23)

B g Kingston Hill - Gaye West (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Beverley Bostock

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: Patrick Cronin

Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

6 10 4

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves, ORANGE armlets, ORANGE cap, EMERALD GREEN spots. Form: 042433-

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in best effort yet (from 5lb out of the handicap) when third at Huntingdon (19.9f, good to soft). Backed that up when filling same spot there (23.6f) last month, though without convincing with his stamina for the 4f longer trip

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79

10 HALFWAY HOUSE LAD (GB) (14)5 10 2

B g Recharge (IRE) - Pezula

Owner: Halfway House Syndicate

Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton

Breeder: Mrs J. Weston

Sponsor: Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

Colours: YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap. Form: 0243P-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success but at least latest second at Hexham (20.1f, soft) 2 weeks ago was his best effort yet. Opposable from out of the handicap here, though. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Blinkers worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 9, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 6, 7, 8.

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Getaway Glory (GB), 9-2 Iron Heart (GB), 7-1 King of The Hill

17-2 Stony

9-1

11-1 On The Platform (IRE), 12-1 Halfway House Lad (GB), 16-1 Grove Road (IRE), 25-1 John W

Race Summary:

EASKEY LAD is back down the weights and returns with his yard in good form, so could be worth chancing Getaway Glory improved for the switch to fences when scoring at Huntingdon and is the obvious threat with last week’s ready hurdle winner Iron Heart another to consider.

1-2-3:

1.EASKEY LAD (IRE) 2.GETAWAY GLORY 3.IRON HEART

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William Maggs (5)

Danny McMenamin

2023: JUNIOR MASSINI 8 10 2 Jack Tudor 7-2 (Sheila Lewis) 5 ran

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Man (IRE),

Easkey Lad (IRE),

Creasy (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 5.05

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

THE WREXHAM LAGER DRAUGHT AT FAT BOAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2M 145Y

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 four 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. May 16th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Wrexham Lager will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 29 entries, at £60. - Closed May 13th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

1 ENKI FLACKE (FR) (554) 7 12 0

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Holly Girl (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. Wasylocha

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki

Colours: WHITE, RED chevrons, check cap Form: 35/1110/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Much-improved hurdler in 2022/23 for Gordon Elliott, successful 3 times at Perth in maiden and 2 novices. Mid-field in a Cheltenham handicap on final outing that season and not seen since, so market check advised starting for new yard ater 18 months off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

2 OSLO (GB) (23)

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Intercontinental

Owner: Mr Nic Brereton

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Bresbet

7 12 0

Colours: BLACK, BLACK and YELLOW check cap Form: 21/6251- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed the benefit of a recent spin on the Flat when producing a career-best to land a 9-runner handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, good) 23 days ago. Still not the most fluent of jumpers but has to be respected from 6lb higher mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 118

3 BALLYGEARY (IRE) (49)

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

Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Cathal Ennis

Sponsor: Manor Farm Bloodstock

7 11 13

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE star Form: 312500- C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Held form well after scoring over 19.6f here in December but latest eighth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Haydock (15.6f, good to soft) 49 days ago was a disappointing effort. Bounce back required.Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

4

FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (150)

B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose

Owner: B Jones & Son

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: C. F. C. Jackson

Sponsor: B Jones & Sons Tar Limited

10 11 12

Colours: BLACK and PINK stripes, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 610144- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific since joining Robbie Llewellyn, gaining a fifth win for the yard in a handicap chase at Ludlow in November Disappointing on following 2 outings, though, so others preferred after 5 months off despite good C&D record STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/12/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

5 ROTTEN ROW (IRE) (26) 7

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Auspicious Outlook (IRE)

Owner: Le Soleil Racing

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Aidan Furlong

11 11

Colours: WHITE and BLACK diamonds, WHITE sleeves, MAROON diamonds, WHITE cap, RED diamond. Form: P14245-

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish gelding showed a bit more encouragement than previously for this yard when fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Kempton (16f, good, 50/1) 26 days ago

Others still preferred.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

6 SEA GREY (GB) (25)

Gr g Ulysses (IRE) - Sensory (IRE)

Owner: Mark Kelly Racing Syndicate

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

5 11 11

Colours: WHITE, MAROON star, MAROON and WHITE striped sleeves, MAROON cap, WHITE star. Form: 2150-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful performer on Flat who got off the mark for new connections over hurdles at Catterick (19.3f) in December Disappointing both starts over timber since and though recent Flat fourth was an adequate effort, others still appeal as likelier winners.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

Lewis Stones (3)

Liam Harrison

Brian Hughes

Harry Cobden

Robert Dunne

Theo Gillard

7 PILLAR OF STEEL (GB) (9)

B m Shirocco (GER) - Miss Conduct

Owner: Steel Partners

Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Breeder: J. Spearing and Kate Ive

Sponsor: Pension Partners Llp

9 11 7

Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves. Form: 31364-6

TIMEFORM VIEW As good as ever when getting back to winning ways in mares’ handicap at Straftford in August. Rejoined this yard after a spell with James Evans prior to an underwhelming comeback from 7 months off last week and will need to step forward on that effort to resume winning ways Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

8 NELSON RIVER (GB) (25)

B g Mount Nelson - I Say (IRE)

Owner: CCCP Syndicate

Trainer: Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Breeder: Raymond Clive Tooth

Sponsor: Mill House Racing Limited

9 11 6

Colours: PURPLE, BEIGE star, PURPLE sleeves, BEIGE stars and cap Form: 25/P46/0- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort at his best but clearly regressive nowadays and is easily opposed.

9 JAZZ KING (FR) (28)

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

Rating 110

8 11 6

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, sleeves and cap Form: 43/P1/PP-

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a useful prospect when making a winning chase debut at Ludlow last March but then left Sam Thomas and has shown nothing to be positive about in 2 starts for this yard Something to prove back over the smaller obstacles. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110

10 COMMANDING VIEW (IRE) (38)

B g Mount Nelson - Clogher Valley (IRE)

Owner: P & T Andrews/M & S Carroll

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Robert Kirkwood

Sponsor: Bob Price & Son Groundworks

6 11 1

Colours: GREY and MAROON diamonds, GREY sleeves. Form: 46/6102-

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at Plumpton in December and back on track when runner-up at Market Rasen. Still relatively unexposed and should be in the mix. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105

11 GOBLET OF FIRE (GB) (100) 4 10 13

B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - War No More (USA)

Owner: Mrs Angelica Spence

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mike Spence

Sponsor: Unibet

Colours: BLUE, RED sleeves. Form: 414-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 of his last 4 starts on the Flat for Nigel Tinkler and made the most of a good opportunity on his second hurdle start at Hereford (16.2f) in January Failed to improve sent handicapping at Huntingdon (15.8f, heavy) next time but it remains early days STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 8/2/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

12 ARCTIC FOX (GB) (22)

Ch m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Aurora Borealis (IRE)

Owner: Colin and Kay Taylor

Trainer: Martin Todhunter, Penrith

Breeder: Sir Robert Ogden

Sponsor: Tote

8 10 5

Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: P///F26-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful stayer on the Flat produced her best effort over hurdles when runner-up in a C&D mares’ maiden in September On a workable opening mark in this sphere comparative to her Flat form and is respected after a recent spin on the level.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

13

EQUUS MILLAR (IRE) (47) 11 10 2

B g Masterofthehorse (IRE) - Lets Get Busy (IRE)

Owner: Julia Mansfield

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: DARK GREEN, RED seams, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW seams, BLACK cap Form: 0500/PP-

TIMEFORM VIEW Regressive nowadays, pulling up on his last 2 outings. Impossible to fancy from out of the weights. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 82 Conor Ring

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Visor worn by No 13. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3, 13.

Lee Edwards

Rex Dingle

Ciaran Gethings

Charlie Deutsch

James Bowen

William Maggs (5)

The Result

2023: FEEL THE PINCH 9 11 2 Toby Wynne 11-4 (Robbie Llewellyn) 4 ran

Betting Forecast:

9-2 Oslo (GB), Commanding View (IRE), 15-2 Ballygeary (IRE), 8-1 Goblet of Fire (GB), 17-2 Enki Flacke (FR), 10-1 Feel The Pinch (GB), 12-1 Arctic Fox (GB), 14-1 Sea Grey (GB), 22-1 Rotten Row (IRE), Pillar of Steel (GB), 50-1 Jazz King (FR), 100-1 Nelson River (GB), Equus Millar (IRE)

Race Summary:

COMMANDING VIEW pulled a long way clear with a progressive rival at Market Rasen last time and Mel Rowley’s unexposed gelding is fancied to go one better Oslo was well placed when scoring at Huntingdon last time but still merits plenty of respect after a career-best performance, with the lightly-weighted mare Arctic Fox an interesting handicap newcomer.

1-2-3: 1.COMMANDING VIEW (IRE) 2.OSLO 3.ARCTIC FOX

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for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £25000

4 FOURTH RACE 5.40 2M 1F 77Y

THE WREXHAM LAGER CELEBRATES WREXHAM AFC PROMOTION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372. for five yrs old and upwards. £125 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 16th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Wrexham Lager have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 20 entries, 7 at £25 and 13 at £125. - Closed May 13th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)

1 A DIFFERENT KIND (IRE) (23) 7 12 0

B g Doyen (IRE) - Ma Minx (IRE)

Owner: Mr Dene Rowe

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim

Colours: DARK GREEN, PINK seams, PINK sleeves, DARK GREEN stars, DARK GREEN cap, PINK star Form: 211115- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple winner over hurdles and completed a four-time over fences last summer Should be sharper for a recent comeback run at Perth and respected for his local yard

2 EL BORRACHO (IRE) (37)

Br g Society Rock (IRE) - Flame of Hibernia (IRE)

Owner: El Borracho Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Christopher Maye

Sponsor: Swansway

9 11 9

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW epaulets, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 3/24134- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable, versatile campaigner who resumed winning ways in 5-runner handicap over C&D last August. Sharper for a recent comeback outing on the Flat and well capable of playing a prominent role if first-time cheekpieces (which are added to his regular tongue strap) have a positive effect. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 137

3 FRINGILL DIKE (IRE) (26)

Ch g Mahler - Credo Star (IRE)

Owner: Caron & Paul Chapman

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Breeder: Cathal Ennis

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

7 11 5

Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE armlets. Form: 0/111F2-

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple hurdles winner who made a fine start over fences (in blinkers) last summer, scoring 3 times at 3m. Given a break after a fall at Carlisle in October and returned with a good second at Kempton last month. Enters calculations. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 133

4 KANSAS CITY STAR (IRE) (48)

7 11 4

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Thegoodwans Sister (IRE)

Owner: Bryan Drew

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: Larry Mealiffe

Sponsor: Olbg

Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE star, ORANGE sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap. Form: 220151- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at the first time of asking for Harry Derham in 2m handicap at Huntingdon on his debut over fences. Last of 5 at Newbury next time but back on the up in a first-time tongue tie (retained) when making all at Plumpton (17f, good to soft) in March.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 132

5 SACRE COEUR (FR) (30) 8

Gr m Montmartre (FR) - Singaporette (FR)

Owner: Dick and Mandy Higgins

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

11 3

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE triple diamond, striped sleeves. Form: 314232- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Front-runner who won 3 times over fences last season. Good 2 lengths second of 8 to the reopposing at Cheltenham last month. Player if in a similar mood.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 131

6 SIR TIVO (FR) (271)

B g Deportivo - Miss Possibility (USA)

Owner: Mrs J. A. Ashley

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mr Christophe Jouandou

10 11 3

Colours: BLACK, MAUVE star, MAUVE sleeves, MAROON stars, BLACK cap, MAUVE stars. Form: P4/1213- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was better than ever last summer, winning in small fields at Southwell and Stratford. Off since a below-par 17 3/4 lengths third of 5 to El Borracho over C&D last August but he has gone well fresh before.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

Brian Hughes

Henry Brooke

Charlie Hammond

Paul O’Brien

Tristan Durrell (3)

Robert Dunne

7 INEDIT STAR (FR) (66)

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Tulipe Star (FR)

Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership

Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg

Breeder: Dominique Vigneron & Bruno Vigneron

Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

6 11 2

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE star, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves and cap Form: 05/1222-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful effort when bolting up in the mud over hurdles at Compiegne in May. Encouraging start over fences for his new stable when second over 2m at Wetherby (heavy) in November but not in the same form when filling the same position in a Haydock maiden chase and Huntingdon novice hurdle since. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

8 PRINCE ESCALUS (IRE) (26) 9

B g Jeremy (USA) - So You Said (IRE)

Owner: The As You Like It Syndicate

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Ms Anne Marie Ryan

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

11 2

Colours: DARK GREEN, BEIGE star, MAUVE and DARK GREEN hooped sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, BEIGE star Form: 0/00453-

TIMEFORM VIEW Bit of an in-and-out profile but he did run well back from wind surgery when third of 11 (Fringill Dike second) in Kempton handicap last month. Tongue tie worn on that occasion retained.Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

9 MAYHEM MYA (GB) (37)

B m Authorized (IRE) - Thedeboftheyear

Owner: Mr G. Thompson

Trainer: Chris Honour, Ashburton

Breeder: G. D. Thompson

Sponsor: Cotswold Stone Supplies

7 10 10

Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets. Form: 421P24- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in this sphere at Exeter in December and arrives on the back of a good fourth of 15 in the Red Rum handicap at Aintree (2m, soft) 37 days ago Merits consideration off a 6lb lower mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 124

10 GANAPATHI (FR) (77)

B g Samum (GER) - Une Dame d’Avril (FR)

Owner: Mrs Wilma Duffus

Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Detouillon

Sponsor: Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited

8 10 8

Colours: BLACK and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, BLACK star Form: 403330-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdle/chase winner for Willie Mullins but drawn a blank for 2 different yards since coming to Britain Remains to be seen whether another change of stable sparks a resurgence. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 122 Ryan Mania

11 SOMESPRING SPECIAL (IRE) (30)6 10 5

B m Westerner - Natural Spring

Owner: Yeo Racing Partnership

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: The Natural Spring Partnership

Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE seams, striped sleeves, RED cap Form: 1/1PP11-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles last spring. Pulled up on testing winter ground in her first 2 chases but a different proposition back on a sounder surface this spring, winning handicaps at Plumpton and Cheltenham (beat Sacre Couer 2 lengths) in quick succession last month. Could easily still be on a good ma Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 119

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

4

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2023: MIDNIGHT JEWEL 7 11 2 Lilly Pinchin 9-2 (Charlie Longsdon) 7 ran

Betting Forecast:

5-1 Somespring Special (IRE), 11-2 Sacre Coeur (FR), 15-2 Mayhem Mya (GB), 8-1 Fringill Dike (IRE), 9-1 Kansas City Star (IRE), 11-1 A Different Kind (IRE), Prince Escalus (IRE), 12-1 El Borracho (IRE), 16-1 Sir Tivo (FR), Inedit Star (FR), 28-1 Ganapathi (FR)

Race Summary:

A useful and competitive handicap. MAYHEM MYA ran a cracker from out of the weights in the Red Rum at Aintree and is taken to strike back off her proper mark. Last month’s Cheltenham 1-2 Somespring Special and Sacre Coeur are feared most 1-2-3: 1.MAYHEM

James Bowen

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Bryan Carver

Ben Godfrey

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

THE BANGOR-ON-DEE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 5)

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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 16th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £50. - Closed May 13th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

1 SHAREEF STAR (GB) (11) 9 12 0

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Gotlandia (FR)

Owner: Mr H. Jones & Mrs E. Evans

Trainer: Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Haras du Logis St Germain

Sponsor: Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

Colours: MAUVE, PURPLE chevron, hooped sleeves and cap Form: 1123/P-F CD

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form in handicap chases in July 2022, winning twice (including over C&D). Pulled up on return from 19-month absence at Ffos Las in March and fell heavily at the first back over fences there last time, so hard to know exactly how much ability he retains.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 105

2 FANFAN DU SEUIL (FR) (151) 9 11 13

B g Racinger (FR) - Nina du Seuil (FR)

Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership

Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg

Breeder: Mr Jean Brest & Mme Catherine Boudot

Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE star, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves and cap Form: P/543/21- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Still lightly raced over fences and cashed in on a reduced mark at Catterick (15.7f, good to soft) in December Absent since but remains well treated on old form from a 7lb higher mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

3 LIMETREE BOY (IRE) (11)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Bells Glory (IRE)

Owner: Mr M J Gaskell

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: John & Michelle Roche

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

8 11 11

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check cap Form: 5/5034-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler is yet to break his duck in this sphere but has made the frame on each of his last 3 outings, most recently when 7 1/2 lengths third of 11 to Boston Joe in handicap chase at Ffos Las (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago Sound place claims again.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 102

4 BOSTON JOE (IRE) (11)

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Supreme Millie (IRE)

Owner: Miss Rebecca Curtis

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: T. Horgan

8 11 9

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, RED cap Form: 25345-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a sketchy jumper over fences but capitalised on a some lenient handicapping to enhance his good course record at Ffos Las when winning an 11-runner handicap chase there (16f, good to soft, 9/2) 11 days ago Should give bold bid attempting to follow up.

5

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100

MALPAS (IRE) (28)

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: 66/3020- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second over C&D in February Offered little after a short break over hurdles here last time and is likelier to have more impact returned to the larger obstacles.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

6 SPIRIT OF REGULUS (IRE) (23) 6

Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Segnora (FR)

Owner: Colin and Kay Taylor

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mrs Dale Adams

11 6

Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 024/P00- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t really kicked on since making a winning hurdles debut at Sedgefield in October 2022, down the field after a 5-month break at Huntingon last month. More needed sent chasing. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

James Bowen

Charlie Hammond

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Harry Cobden

Theo Gillard

Brian Hughes

7 ABAYA DU MATHAN (FR) (23)

B g Al Namix (FR) - Swahilie du Mathan (FR)

Owner: Mrs J. A. Ashley

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau

12 11 3

Colours: BLACK, MAUVE star, MAUVE sleeves, MAROON stars, BLACK cap, MAUVE stars. Form: 2P1331- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has done well since joining current connections, not needing to improve on recent efforts to win a 12-runner handicap chase at Warwick (16.2f, good, 18/1) 23 days ago Player from 3lb higher mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 94

8 RAFFERTY (IRE) (75)

B g Arcadio (GER) - Mighty Star (IRE)

Owner: Triumph In Mind

Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Breeder: George R. Williams

Sponsor: Postpack Ltd

10 10 11

Colours: MAROON, GREY and MAROON hooped sleeves and cap. Form: 064604-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser at best, winning twice in 2021/22. Lightly raced and disappointing since, though, and is hard to fancy again.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 88

9 LONE SOLDIER (GB) (60)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Alegralil

Owner: Mr Frank McAleavy

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

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

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

6 10 9

Colours: RED, BLACK triple diamond, striped sleeves, hooped cap. Form: 6/06633-

TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort produced his best effort over hurdles when third of 7 at Wetherby (16f, heavy, 11/4) 60 days ago Player if able to replicate that performance now chasing.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

10 FORT NELSON (GB) (14) 7 10 2

B g Mount Nelson - Iron Butterfly

Owner: Moorland Racing and Mark Hammond

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: The Rockville Pike Partnership

Sponsor: MoorlandWalling&LandscapeContractors,Walling&LandscapeContractors

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

Form: 044//0-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Little form over hurdles, including in handicaps. Could be the same story on chasing bow.

11

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 73

LONIMOSS BARELIERE (FR) (39)8 10 2

B g Palamoss (IRE) - Lonia Blue (FR)

Owner: Mr Craig Hayes

Trainer: Rob Summers, Solihull

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras de La Bareliere

Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves, MAROON cap, LIGHT BLUE star. Form: 40P4PP-

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden. Bled when pulled up in handicap chase at Hereford (16f, soft) 39 days ago Can’t be fancied. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 67

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Conor Ring

Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 6, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 6, 7.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Fanfan du Seuil (FR), Boston Joe (IRE), 9-2 Abaya du Mathan (FR), 5-1 Limetree Boy (IRE), 9-1 Lone Soldier (GB), 16-1 Malpas (IRE), 18-1 Spirit of Regulus (IRE), 33-1 Rafferty (IRE), 50-1 Shareef Star (GB), Lonimoss Bareliere (FR), 66-1 Fort Nelson (GB)

Race Summary:

Concerns about BOSTON JOE’s jumping are never far away but he produced a decent round of jumping when scoring at Ffos Las last time and he sets a good standard on that effort. Abaya du Mathan has rejuvenated since joining the Gary Hanmer yard and can go well again, with Limetree Boy fancied to finish in the placings behind the selection once again.

1-2-3:

Robert Dunne

John Kington

Tristan Durrell (3)

Liam Harrison

THOROUGH BRED & BORN

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Mental Health Awareness Week

13 - 19 May 2024

MOVEMENT

Racing staff and racecourse staff are wearing green ribbons today to show their commitment to raising awareness and ending the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week this year is Movement: Moving more for our mental health. Movement is important for our mental health. But so many of us struggle to move enough. Going for a walk in your neighbourhood or around your workplace, putting on your favourite music and dancing around the living room, chair exercises when you’re watching television – it all counts!

Racing Welfare is committed to providing accessible, tailored mental health and wellbeing support services to all of racing’s workforce.

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE BANGOR SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 16th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries at £40. - Closed May 13th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

1 SHANDANCER (IRE) (34) 7 12 0

B g Morpheus - Mrs Popple

Owner: Racing To Profit Syndicate

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Breeder: Mrs Claire Doyle

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap Form: 203303-

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden and looked rusty on first outing since leaving Amy Murphy after 7 months off when third at Plumpton (20.5f, good) last month, jumping none too fluently. Wouldn’t be sure to build on that but does represent an in-form yard.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

2 TRICK OF THE TAIL (IRE) (28)

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

Owner: David & Carol Shaw

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden

6 11 12

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 336405-

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who had undergone a breathing operation during his 5-month break but never threatened to land a blow under a hands-and-heels ride at this course (16.7f, soft) 4 weeks ago. Back up in trip and plenty more required to open his account. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 97

3 MARTY MCFLY (IRE) (85)

B g Getaway (GER) - Barbalicious (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Wilma Duffus

Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

Breeder: Peter Greaney

Sponsor: Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited

6 11 7

Colours: BLACK and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, BLACK star Form: 43/0200-

TIMEFORM VIEW Dead-heated in an Irish point and reached the frame in 2 bumpers for Patrick Neville in 2022/23. Hasn’t set the world alight in 4 starts since switched to hurdles but has joined yard that does well with new recruits, and he could prove a different proposition after 3 months off Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 92

4 CHURCHMAN (GB) (14)

B g Dunaden (FR) - Pickersleigh (IRE)

Owner: Mr Mervyn Jones

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mervyn Jones

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

6 11 3

Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE braces, hooped sleeves, quartered cap Form: 60424-3

TIMEFORM VIEW More encouraging signs in handicaps when fourth at Ludlow in November and went agonisingly close to shedding the maiden tag back there in February. Arguably would have benefited from a stronger gallop back at 2m given the way he’s been shaping last time and heads back up in trip Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 88

5 ARABESCATO (GB) (36)

Gr g Outstrip - Cat Hunter

Owner: Mr David Cohen

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Mr David Cohen

Sponsor: Motaclan

7 11 3

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE braces, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE striped cap Form: 4/446-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at best on the Flat but below par in that sphere last year and hard to get too excited by his hurdle efforts, the addition of cheekpieces failing to bring about an upturn when again finishing well held at Fakenham (20f, good) last month. Headgear off

6 WESTBROOK LAD (GB) (69)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Misty Lass (IRE)

Owner: Mr G. Watson

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Wood Farm Stud

Sponsor: Bob Price & Son Groundworks

6 10 13

Colours: RED, WHITE and EMERALD GREEN check sleeves, quartered cap Form: 05PP-

TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed more temperament than ability so far. Heads back up in trip for his handicap debut and needs to show plenty more.

Jockey

Charlie Hammond

William Maggs (5)

Ryan Mania

Jay Tidball (5)

Dylan Johnston (5)

Charlie Deutsch

7 REGAL AND ROYAL (FR) (93)

Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sweet Lady Jane (FR)

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

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Breeder: Mme Henri Devin

Sponsor: PRA World Ltd

5 10 10

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: P/540-

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks to be being brought along gradually, ridden with an eye on the future on his qualifying run after 8 months off when tailed-off eighth at Newcastle (20.3f, heavy in February (treated for post-race heat stress). More needed now handicapping. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/2/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered post-race heat stress Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81

8 POLLYONESOCK (IRE) (12)

B m Mount Nelson - Kenzie (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Pauline Simpson

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Stephen Dowling

Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

6 10 9

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and PINK check, LIGHT BLUE sleeves. Form: 3/650U-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited form in bumpers/hurdles and low-key start for this yard on handicap bow at Ludlow. Unseated rider second on chase debut at Southwell last month and ran poorly back over timber at Warwick (21f, good to soft) since. Headgear/tongue tie on but easy to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 80

9 MISS GHILLIE (GB) (12)

B m Policy Maker (IRE) - Miss Ballantyne

Owner: Trull House Stud & Legends Partnership

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Trull House Stud Ltd

6 10 8

Colours: GREY, WHITE epaulets, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: F/B050-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete both starts in points and was well held in 3 mares maiden hurdles. Wasn’t seen to best effect making her handicap debut after 12 weeks off at Warwick (21f, good to soft) 12 days ago (finished with running left) so she’s capable of better Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 79

10 NORTHERN ROSE (IRE) (11)

Ch f Footstepsinthesand - Becuille (IRE)

Owner: Mr F W Dronzek & Mr C Chell

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

4 10 2

Footstepsinthesand - Becuille GREEN, RED YELLOW

Breeder: MCR Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Tote

NON-RUNNER

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, YELLOW cap Form: 56F03-3

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating 78

11 KARAKOY

(GB) (47)

B g Golden Horn - Souville

Owner: Maranto Manor

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: The Souville Partnership

4 10 2

Colours: RED, WHITE hoops, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap Form: 0006-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on the Flat for Harry & Roger Charlton and cost new connections 30,000 gns in October. No promise to be taken from efforts over hurdles so far, however, and is well out of the weights for his handicap debut. Tongue tie replaces the usual hood. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 10.

The Result 1st 2nd Distance 3rd

2023: BERGENTOWN (IRE) 6 10 13 Sean Quinlan 11-1 (Jennie Candlish) 10 ran

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Churchman (GB), 10-3 Shandancer (IRE), 13-2 Arabescato (GB), 17-2 Miss Ghillie (GB), 10-1 Marty McFly (IRE), 20-1 Westbrook Lad (GB), Regal And Royal (FR), Pollyonesock (IRE), 33-1 Trick of The Tail (IRE), 40-1 Karakoy (GB)

Race Summary:

This step back in trip should be right up CHURCHMAN’S street, so he gets the vote to open his account having dropped to a career-low mark at the expense of Miss Ghillie, who remains unexposed and finished with running left on her handicap debut at Warwick recently Stable switcher Marty McFly can edge out Shandancer for third spot.

1-2-3: 1.CHURCHMAN 2.MISS

Sean Quinlan

Henry Brooke

Harry Bannister

Liam Harrison

RACECOURSE REGULATIONS

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PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE RACEMEETING

2 Where badges, car park labels or hospitality packages are sold for a specified area of the Racecourse, the Company will use its best endeavours to ensure that the specified area is available for use at the specified time If however the specified area cannot be used, for reasons not within the control of the Company, then the Company shall be entitled to offer a reasonable alternative. If no alternative is offered by the Company the customer will be entitled to a full refund of all monies received from him or her by the Company.

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11 Lost or stolen badges will not be replaced.

12 Hospitality badges are sold on the understanding that no money in respect of unused badges will be reimbursed.

13 Subject to the provisions of clause 1 which shall prevail over this clause, in the event of abandonment before racing, or up to the “Weighed-In” of the first race there will be a full refund of badge and car parking costs. In the event of abandonment after the “Weighed-In” of the first race up to the “Weighed-In” of the third race or nominated feature race, whichever is later there will be a 50% refund of badge and car parking costs. In the event of abandonment thereafter there will be no refunds. No cash refunds to be paid on the day. All refunds to be administered after the meeting by post. Where any customer is entitled (pursuant to clause 13) to any refund, in order to qualify for such refund the customer must follow the procedure listed opposite:

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16 The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £157,256 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

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UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING

17 It is a condition of entry that only individuals possessing a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets. Anyone contravening this condition will be evicted.

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18 Bangor Racecourse has enhanced Safety & Security measures to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment of the day. However, an incident may occur which is beyond our control and it is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency.

We employ professionally trained and experienced stewards who are located predominantly around the course and are identifiable by their uniform.

In the event of a situation that requires partial or full evacuation of the stands or racecourse, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your immediate belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and calmly with the guidance of the stewards.

The above is precautionary only and we trust that the procedures will never be required. However, in the event of an emergency, remember:

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