Welcome to Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse for our much-loved Family Fun Day. We have a fantastic day in store for you, including thrilling racing and of course, fun and free activities for families to enjoy.
We have six exciting races on the card today, with two added pony races at the start of the day. This is a fantastic opportunity for young riders to experience riding at our track. The first main race of the day is a 2.10pm. Our feature race of the day, the Bangor-onDee Grand Wynnstay Handicap Steeple Chase comes at 3.55pm. Racing concludes at 5.05pm with the Ladies Day on Saturday 23rd May Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase.
I’d like to extend my thanks to today’s sponsors; The Wigan Beer Company, Classic Additions and to the family of Kitty Warburton. Your continued support is very much appreciated.
We next race here at Bangor-on-Dee on Saturday 23rd May. Our Ladies Day is set to dazzle with a fantastic best dressed competition, and live music after racing with DJ Toby Anstis. I hope you’ll join us again for another great day of racing and entertainment.
Your guide to facilities around Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
How to understand the racing pages throughout the racecard
BANGOR-ON-DEE COURSE FACTS & STATS
A look at the in-form Trainers and Jockeys racing at Bangor-on-Dee today
TODAY’S TOP TIPS
Selections for every race today
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
The list of Officials for racing at Bangor-on-Dee today
NEWBURY 2.00PM THE CHILDWICKBURY STUD FILLIES’ TRIAL STAKES
1ST RACE 2.10PM THE FAMILY FUN DAY ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
NEWBURY 2.35PM THE BOYLE SPORTS LOCKINGE STAKES
2ND RACE 2.45PM THE WIGAN BEER COMPANY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE
NEWBURY 3.10PM THE HIGHCLERE CASTLE GIN CARNARVON STAKES
3RD RACE 3.20PM THE REMEMBERING KITTY WARBURTON HANDICAP HURDLE
4TH RACE 3.55PM THE BANGOR-ON-DEE GRAND WYNNSTAY HANDICAP CHASE
5TH RACE 4.30PM THE CLASSIC ADDITIONS HANDICAP CHASE
6TH RACE 5.05PM THE LADIES DAY ON SATURDAY 23RD MAY NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE
The Directors of Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse thank our partners for their support 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 (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS:
D MCCAIN (71 wins from 377 runners, 19%) runs HEFFALUMP and MR MOJO RISIN (2.10), SIEGE OF ACRES (2.45), CITY OF DIAMONDS (3.20), GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (3.55), CAHIER’S DEN (4.30).
OLIVER GREENALL & JOSH GUERRIE (36 wins from 264 runners, 14%) runs CAPPA LASS and MASTERFIELD (2.10), NEVERSHEDATEAR (2.45), DOG FOX (3.20), HOMME PUBLIC (3.55), GOOD WORK and GETAWAY GLORY (4.30), KING ULANDA (5.05).
D SKELTON (14 wins from 109 runners, 13%) runs DREAM’S KA (2.45), CALICO (3.55), ICE IN THE VEINS (5.05).
VENETIA WILLIAMS (13 wins from 56 runners, 23%) runs KNOLTON PARK (2.10).
N HENDERSON (12 wins from 47 runners, 26%) runs DIAMONDS GALORE (3.20).
BIG RACE CONNECTIONS
1. DONALD MCCAIN 2. TOBY WYNNE 1 2
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
D SKELTON (13 wins from 41 runners, 32%) runners listed above JAMES OWEN (13 wins from 52 runners, 25%) runs NIBRAS GOLD (5.05).
P NICHOLLS (6 wins from 14 runners, 43%) runs FASOL (3.20).
J CANDLISH (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs GREER HILL (2.45), FROMHERETOETERNITY (3.20). TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:
TOBY WYNNE (18 wins from 102 rides, 18%) rides CAPPA LASS (2.10), DOG FOX (3.20), HOMME PUBLIC (3.55), GOOD WORK (4.30), KING ULANDA (5.05).
THEO GILLARD (16 wins from 118 rides, 14%) rides MR MOJO RISIN (2.10), SIEGE OF ACRES (2.45), CITY OF DIAMONDS (3.20), CAHIER’S DEN (4.30).
CHARLIE DEUTSCH (11 wins from 65 rides, 17%) rides KNOLTON PARK (2.10).
HARRY SKELTON (11 wins from 57 rides, 19%) rides DREAM’S KA (2.45), CALICO (3.55), ICE IN THE VEINS (5.05).
SEAN QUINLAN (8 wins from 82 rides, 10%) rides GREER HILL (2.45), FROMHERETOETERNITY (3.20).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
HARRY SKELTON (12 wins from 34 rides, 35%) rides listed above.
DANNY MCMENAMIN (6 wins from 20 rides, 30%) rides MR MAHLER (2.45), SIR TIVO (3.55).
RYAN MANIA (3 wins from 16 rides, 19%) rides FRIENDS DON’T ASK (4.30).
BEN JONES (3 wins from 12 rides, 25%) rides MY FORTUNE (2.45), PADDOCKWOOD (3.20), PERSONAL AMBITION (3.55).
JAMES BOWEN (3 wins from 23 rides, 13%) rides DIAMONDS GALORE (3.20), KENZO DES BRUYERES (4.30), HUDSON (5.05).
FANCY THAT
D MCCAIN won the 3.20 race in 2019 and 2023. The stable is represented by CITY OF DIAMONDS in the race today.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
BEST SELECTIONS ON THE DAY
Donald McCain trained the winner of this race for three years in a row from 2021 to 2023 and he runs two here with Mr Mojo Risin of most interest after his Kelso fourth following wind surgery SAINT JEANNAIS impressed on debut with an easy Worcester bumper victory before his Ascot fourth and looks a useful recruit to hurdles. He could get off to a flying start under useful claimer Tom Broughton, leaving Magna Patch as another for the shortlist
WIN: SAINT JEANNAIS
DANGER: MR MOJO RISIN
A wide-open contest but one that could go the way of Dan Skelton’s DREAM’S KA, who showed improved form when second at Fakenham earlier this month and has only been put up 2lb by the handicapper Peace In The Park ran well when third at Taunton off this mark and he could run into a place in this company, though Mr Mahler appears the bigger danger returning to hurdles off a potentially favourable mark for a stable in among the winners.
WIN: DREAM’S KA
DANGER: MR MAHLER
The McCain stable traditionally do well here and City Of Diamonds could go well with his most recent win coming off this mark at Musselburgh last November, even if he has struggled in better races since. DIAMONDS GALORE had been frustrating with numerous placed efforts before gaining her first victory at the ninth attempt at Market Rasen last month and she could go on from there now the penny has dropped. Stratford second Fromheretoeternity is the pick for third.
WIN: DIAMONDS GALORE
DANGER: CITY OF DIAMONDS
CALICO has been set tough assignments since landing a double last autumn. Competing off 1lb higher as when successful at Ascot in November, Dan Skelton’s chaser is taken to resume winning ways back at this level. Personal Ambition failed to complete in the Grand Annual in March, but won nicely at Newbury before that and could bounce back. Wetherby winner Sir Tivo goes well fresh and is worth a second look on his return from a lay-off.
WIN: CALICO DANGER: PERSONAL AMBITION
Cahier’s Den finished a close second at Newcastle last time and could shape well again. Slaney Opera returns to this shorter distance with a shout, but SPECIAL JOHN looks worthy of another chance. The latter has won two of his four starts over fences so far and is only 3lb higher than his latest success in December Sam Thomas’ charge remains on a tempting mark judged on last month’s second at Wincanton and he gets the vote.
WIN: SPECIAL JOHN DANGER: CAHIER’S DEN
PARK ANNONCIADE is holding his form well over fences. He returned the convincing winner at Huntingdon prior to another good effort when second at Stratford and a similar effort could suffice in this company Is This For Real makes his chasing bow 3lb higher than when scoring over timber at Huntingdon. He’s another to consider, along with Ice In The Veins, a dual novice winner over hurdles on good ground.
WIN: PARK ANNONCIADE
DANGER: IS
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1 Bombay Moonstone Charlie Chalmers
Min Weight: 8st 4lbs gelding
Height: 138 Form:
15
Pony Age: 2009 Colour: Bay
Colours: Navy Blue, White Star, Navy Blue Sleeves, Navy Blue Cap, White Star
2 Miss Tickle Mepink Bethany Miller
Min Weight: 8st 4lbs mare
Height: 138 Form:
15
Pony Age: 2014 Colour: Bay
Colours: Pink, Maroon Cross Belts, Navy Blue Sleeves, Maroon Stars, Maroon Cap, Pink Star
Little Galway Girl Neive O’Sullivan
Min Weight: 8st mare
11
Pony Age: 2014 Colour: Bay Height: 137 Form: Breed:
Colours: Emerald Green, Orange Stars, White Sleeves, Emerald Green Hooped, White Cap, Orange Stars
1Sweet Little Mystery Lowan Cruise Mills 15
Min Weight: 10st gelding
Height: 148 Form:
Pony Age: 2020 Colour: Bay
Colours: Royal Blue, White Stars, Red Sleeves, White Stars, White Cap, Red Star
2Storm Porter Tallulah Edmunds 16
Min Weight: 9st 9lbs gelding
Height: 147 Form:
Pony Age: 2021 Colour: Bay
Colours: Gold, Black Star, Black Sleeves, Gold Stars, Black Cap, Gold Stars
3Come Here To Me Now Camilla Froggatt 13
Min Weight: 9st 9lbs marePony Age: 2022 Colour: Bay
Height: 148 Form:
Colours: Maroon, Light Blue Cross Belts, Maroon Sleeves, Light Blue Cap
4Miss WexfordHarry Longsdon 13
Min Weight: 9st 9lbs marePony Age: 2018 Colour: Bay
Height: 147 Form:
Colours: Emerald Green, White Diabolo, Emerald Green Sleeves, White Diablo, Emerald Green Cap, White Quartered
5Little Chiefy Jack Pipe 16
Min Weight: 9st 9lbs gelding
Height: 148 Form:
Pony Age: 2016 Colour: Bay
Colours: Red, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Armlet, Red Cap
6Bohemian Belle Lola Moore14
Min Weight: 8st 8lbs marePony Age: 2020 Colour: Bay
Height: 147 Form:
Colours: Purple, Purple Sleeves, Grey Stars, Purple Cap, Grey Star
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs marePony Age: 2019 Colour: Bay
Height: 147 Form:
Colours: Black, White Sleeves, Yellow Cap
9Tiny Dancer India Rigg 13
Min Weight: 8st marePony Age: 2009 Colour: Bay
Height: 148 Form:
Colours: Royal Blue, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Stars, Royal Blue Cap, White Star
10 Obi 1 Kenobi Percy Johnson 13
Min Weight: 8st gelding Pony Age: 2011 Colour: Bay
Height: 148 Form:
Colours: Gold, Navy Blue Cap, Gold Quartered
Colours: Royal Blue, Yellow Star, Royal Blue Sleeves, Yellow Stars, Royal Blue Cap, Yellow Star Navy
2.00
for three yrs old fillies Total prize fund £75000
THE CHILDWICKBURY STUD FILLIES’ TRIAL STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)
No Horse st lb Draw Jockey
1 ALLAIRE (GB) (29)
B f Study of Man (IRE) - All At Sea (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Owner: Miss K. Rausing
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
9 2 (6)
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 2-2
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to St Leger winner Eldar Eldarov. Promising second both starts, latterly beaten 6 lengths by the smart I’m The One in a C&D maiden (good) 4 weeks ago May do better again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2 ESNA (IRE) (13)
B f Starman - Dubai (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Martin Hughes and Partners ll
Trainer: Brian Meehan, Manton
Breeder: Mr Canice Farrell
Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd
9 2 (2)
Colours: PURPLE and WHITE diamonds, PURPLE sleeves. Form: 214-4
TIMEFORM VIEW Sandown novice winner who was a bit disappointing on her return in the Pretty Polly (fourth, Sacred Ground 1 1/4 lengths ahead in second) but appealing on the form of her fourth in the Group 1 Prix Marcel Boussac (form franked emphatically in the French Guineas). Stable yet to have a winner in 2026. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105 Ryan Moore
3 FRACTIONAL (GB) (207)
B f Frankel - Proportional (Beat Hollow)
Owner: Dunchurch Lodge Stud Company
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Breeder: Dunchurch Lodge Stud Company
9 2 (4)
Colours: BLACK, ROSE collar, cuffs and cap Form: 53-
TIMEFORM VIEW Frankel filly who showed a fair level of ability in maidens over 7f/1m last autumn. Has plenty to find on form but her pedigree suggests she could come into her own over middle distances this year. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Tom Marquand
4 GOLDEN ORBIT (GB) (231)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Diploma (Dubawi (IRE))
Owner: HM The King & HM The Queen
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder: King Charles III
TIMEFORM VIEW Sea The Stars filly who saw off a next-time-out winner when making a successful start to her career in 7f Newmarket maiden (good to firm) last September. Will improve, particularly over this sort of trip
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingRossa Ryan
5 LADY ROISIA (GB) (226)
Ch f St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Talent (New Approach (IRE))
Owner: Newsells Park Stud -Bloodstock 25
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Ashbrittle Stud & M. H. Dixon
Sponsor: Newsells Park Stud Limited
9 2 (1)
Colours: YELLOW, BLACK hoop, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, BLACK star Form: 31-
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on 7f debut when seeing off 6 rivals in a maiden over the extended 1m at Nottingham (good to soft) last autumn. Her pedigree strongly points to her doing even better over 1 1/4m+ this season. One of 2 Oaks-entered fillies in here for the Ralph Beckett yard
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
6 SACRED GROUND (GB) (13)
B f Kingman - Anapurna (Frankel)
Owner: Marcstown Ltd & Andrew Rosen
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
9 2 (3)
Colours: NEON PINK, GREEN diabolo, striped sleeves, PINK cap, GREEN visor Form: 12-2
BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Kingman filly who is out of an Oaks winner for this yard Looked good when winning 5-runner novice at Yarmouth (1m, good to firm) on debut and better form when runner-up in listed races at Newmarket since, latterly over this trip on reappearance. Should continue to progress.Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 97
11-8 Sacred Ground (GB), 3-1 Golden Orbit (GB), 8-1 Esna (IRE), Lady Roisia (GB), 10-1 Allaire (GB), 20-1 Fractional (GB)
Race Summary:
SACRED GROUND had little chance with an all-the-way winner having been dropped out in last in the Pretty Polly at Newmarket and can confirm herself a bit better than that bare result and prove too strong for Ralph Beckett pair Golden Orbit, a taking winner on her Newmarket debut last September, and Lady Roisia.
1-2-3:
1.SACRED GROUND 2.GOLDEN ORBIT 3.LADY ROISIA FREE form for all British and Irish
FIRST RACE 2.10
for maiden four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10000
THE FAMILY FUN DAY ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
2M 145Y
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 maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 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 25 entries at £50 - Closed May 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
No Horse Age st lb Jockey
1 HEFFALUMP (IRE) (167)
B g Vadamos (FR) - Baby Briggs (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. McCain Jnr
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: John Mounsey
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
6 11 4
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW cross belts, sleeves and cap Form: 6-
TIMEFORM VIEW Remote sixth of 7 in a Carlisle bumper in November. Had a breathing operation since. Likely best watched on hurdles debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - David Bass
2 MAGNA PATCH (GB) (29)
B g Telescope (IRE) - Sweet Vixen
Owner: Mr S. Price
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Magna Bloodstock
Sponsor: Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
6 11 4
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW triple diamond, EMERALD GREEN and BLACK striped sleeves, YELLOW and BLACK quartered cap. Form: 2/040-
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered nothing in sole bumper start and no signs of improvement in a couple of starts in this sphere.
3
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
MASKARVEL (FR) (76)
B g Masked Marvel - Estavita (FR)
Owner: F&S Consultants Ltd
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Herve & Jean-Louis Lair
Sponsor: F&S Consultants Ltd
5 11 4
Colours: GREY, GREY and WHITE diabolo on sleeves. Form: 24252-
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when in the frame all 3 outings in Irish bumpers (for David Harry Kelly) and stepped up appreciably on his hurdling debut when second of 7 in 2m Huntingdon maiden in early March. Well up to winning a similar event on that evidence. Engaged 4.35 Aintree Friday. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
4 MR MOJO RISIN (IRE) (44)
B g Pillar Coral - Hot On Her Heels (IRE)
Owner: Mr & Mrs WF Ainscough
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Kenneth Parkhill
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
6 11 4
Colours: DARK BLUE and PINK diabolo, WHITE sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star. Form: 4/54-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who built on his hurdling debut when fourth of 10 in novice at Kelso (2m, good to soft, 10/3) 44 days ago. Tongue strap on first time
Likely contender
Williams
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - Theo
5 NOBLE DON (IRE) (56)
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Pops Choice (IRE)
Owner: Rupert Frost & John Murray
Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Breeder: Patrick Cronin
Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
7 11 4
Colours: BEIGE, ORANGE star, sleeves and cap. Form: 3F/20//P6-
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points but hasn’t offered much under Rules so far. Likely to be seen in a better light when sent handicapping.
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Tom
6 PRETTY DARN QUICK (GB) (14)
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Zartwyda (IRE)
Owner: Graham Brothers Racing Partnership
Trainer: Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon
Breeder: Graham Brothers Racing Partnership
Sponsor: Grahams Estates Limited
6 11 4
Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE seams on sleeves. Form: 000-0
TIMEFORM VIEW Shown nothing in bumpers and failed to beat a rival home on hurdles debut at Uttoxeter a fortnight ago
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
Lorcan
Sean Houlihan
Gillard
Bellamy
Tabitha Worsley
7 SAINT JEANNAIS (FR) (176)
B g Sumbal (IRE) - Miss Valcour (FR)
Owner: Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate SaintJ
Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Breeder: Scea Neuville
Sponsor: Morson Group
6 11 4
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE stars on sleeves, PURPLE cap, WHITE star Form: 14-
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked potentially smart when making a winning bumper debut at Worcester in October Wasn’t in same form at Ascot the following month but must be of interest on hurdles bow here.
RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Tom
8 ANXIOUS MOMENTS (IRE) (14)
B g Maxios - Cheryls Island (IRE)
Owner: Mr John P. McManus
Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Breeder: Mrs Mary Margaret Roche
4 10 12
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap. Form: U0-6
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered a little more than on hurdles bow at Uttoxeter 14 days ago but still has plenty to find to make his presence felt here.
9
MASTERFIELD (FR) (46)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Toscane (FR)
Owner: Oliver Greenall Racing Club
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Jacques Cypres, Nicolas Cypres
Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
4 10 12
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE spots, sleeves and cap. Form: 453F-
TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced in bumpers but was too free on his hurdling debut at Carlisle and fell here since. Makes limited appeal. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
10 CAPPA LASS (IRE) (28)
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Cuditbelucky (IRE)
Owner: Clap The Lass Racing
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: KCS Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
5 10 11
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and PINK stripes, halved sleeves, PINK and YELLOW hooped cap. Form: P2/60-
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on completed start in Irish points but yet to show any ability over hurdles.
11 KNOLTON PARK (IRE) (295)
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Buttonboard (IRE)
Owner: Mrs A Bannister-Bell & Mrs J Price
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: Oliver Loughlin
5 10 11
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW spots, sleeves and cap. Form: 050-
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited ability in bumpers for David Loughnane last year Since joined new yard and is likely best watched on first start over hurdles. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
12 LILYCALA (GB) (27)
Gr m Scalo - Fine Lily
Owner: Allen & Monica Powley
Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
Breeder: Allen & Monica Powley
Sponsor: JMC Surfacing Contractors
5 10 11
Colours: RED, BLACK chevrons, RED cap. Form: 0-
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off big odds and was always behind on Stratford hurdles 27 days ago. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/4/2026 it was reported that the jockey’s saddle slipped. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in a Stratford bumper and similar story on both completed start in maiden hurdles. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Ben Godfrey
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 10
Tongue Strap worn by No 9, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1.
Maskarvel (FR), 3-1 Mr Mojo Risin (IRE), 4-1 Saint Jeannais (FR), 16-1 Knolton Park (IRE), 22-1 Heffalump (IRE), 28-1 Masterfield (FR), 50-1 Anxious Moments (IRE), 66-1 Noble Don (IRE), 100-1 Magna Patch (GB), 150-1 Cappa Lass (IRE), 200-1 Lilycala (GB), 250-1 Pretty Darn Quick (GB), Dinkys Rose (GB)
Race Summary:
MR MOJO RISIN has run with credit both starts in this sphere and given he remains low mileage, is taken to open his account. Maskarvel is the obvious danger on form while hurdles debutant Saint Jeannais is also much respected.
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Total prize fund £400000
THE BOYLE SPORTS
LOCKINGE STAKES
(CLASS 1) (Group 1)
No Horse
1 CICERO’S GIFT (GB) (22)
B g Muhaarar - Terentia (Diktat)
Owner: Rosehill Racing
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn
Breeder: Mrs F. S. Williams
Sponsor: Wishanger Estates Ltd
Age st lb Draw Jockey
6 9 2 (4)
Colours: PINK and BEIGE stripes. Form: 62211-4 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Surprise winner of the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Champion Day at Ascot. However, he was seen to maximum effect on that occasion and could only manage 7 1/2 lengths fourth to Opera Ballo in Sandown Mile (good) on reappearance in a race which didn’t pan out anywhere near as favourably Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119
2 DAMYSUS (GB) (31)
Ch c Frankel - Legerete (USA) (Rahy (USA))
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud & Merry Fox Stud
Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
4 9 2 (10)
Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap Form: 32011-1
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished last in last year’s Derby but has a highly progressive profile otherwise, ending 2025 with listed/Group 3 wins before returning to easily defy a penalty in Newmarket Group 3 (9f, good to firm). The manner in which he quickly put a seal on things suggest he’ll be fine down at 1m. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120
3 DANCING GEMINI (IRE) (22)
B h Camelot - Lady Adelaide (IRE) (Australia)
Owner: Fishdance Ltd
Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn
Breeder: Fishdance
Sponsor: Fishdance Ltd
5 9 2 (6)
Colours: ORANGE and DARK BLUE stripes, ORANGE cap Form: 20300-6 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close in this race 12 months ago (also third in Jacques Le Marois at Deauville) but ran poorly behind a couple of these on Sandown reappearance and this looks a stronger renewal than last year First-time cheekpieces go on.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 118
4 JONQUIL (GB) (15)
B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Jovial (Dubawi (IRE))
Owner: Juddmonte
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
Sponsor: Juddmonte Farms Inc
4 9 2 (2)
Colours: GREEN, PINK sash and cap, WHITE sleeves. Form: 5140-01 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Greenham here (7f, good) and Celebration Mile at Goodwood (good to firm) last year Bounced straight back from a lesser effort in Abu Dhabi in February with a cosy success in 1m Ascot listed race 15 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 Colin Keane
5 MISSISSIPPI
RIVER
(IRE) (6)
4 9 2 (7)
B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Cursory Glance (USA) (Distorted Humor (USA))
Owner: D Smith/Mrs Magnier/M Tabor/P Brant
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Merry Fox Stud Limited
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE seams, striped sleeves, PURPLE cap Form: 2451-50 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer but surely in here to perform pacemaker duties for The Lion In Winter Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 99
6 MORE THUNDER (IRE) (223)
5 9 2 (9)
B h Night of Thunder (IRE) - Buying Trouble (USA) (Hat Trick (JPN))
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Woodstock B/S Ltd & Troy Bloodstock Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE spots. Form: 112114- C
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 117
TIMEFORM VIEW Vastly improved for this yard last year, stepping out of handicap company to readily win Group 2 Hungerford here (7f, good to firm) in August. Left poorly placed from a wide stall when fourth of 16 in Group 1 Foret (7f again) on final start and remains one who can make his mark at highest level.
7 NOTABLE SPEECH (GB) (36)
5 9 2 (3)
Ch h Dubawi (IRE) - Swift Rose (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Sponsor: Emirates
Colours: ROYAL BLUE. Form: 45211-4 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket and Sussex Stakes at Goodwood as a 3-y-o. Back on form with Grade 1 wins in North America last autumn (Breeders’ Cup Mile latterly) and shaped better than result (not clear run) when fourth on reappearance at Keeneland 36 days ago
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122
Jason Watson
James Doyle
Rossa Ryan
Sean Levey
Tom Marquand
William Buick
8 SAHLAN (IRE) (196)
B c Wootton Bassett - Wasmya (FR) (Toronado (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaded a close finish in Group 1 Moulin at Longchamp (1m, good to firm) last September Ended year with creditable 2 1/4 lengths fifth of 13 to Notable Speech in Breeders’ Cup Mile at Del Mar (1m, firm). Only had 7 starts so may not have reached his limit for his increasingly powerful French yard Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117
9 THE LION IN WINTER (IRE) (31)
4 9 2 (5)
B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - What A Home (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: Mr M. Tabor, D. Smith & Mrs John Magnier
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc.
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves and cap Form: 03230-1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win last year but was placed 4 times at Group 1 level. Dropped to listed company to make a winning reappearance at Leopardstown (1m, soft) last month. Fitted with first-time cheekpieces now stepping back up in class. A big career best will be needed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117
10 ZEUS OLYMPIOS (GB) (22)
Ch c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Rhea (Siyouni (FR))
Owner: Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
4 9 2 (1)
Colours: YELLOW, large BLACK spots and spots on cap. Form: 1111-3 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Made rapid progress when winning all 4 starts last year, culminating with 2 1/4-length defeat of Opera Ballo in Group 2 Joel at Newmarket (1m, good to firm). Lost unbeaten record but made still made an encouraging return when third of 6 to Opera Ballo in Sandown Mile Remains open to improvement. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 9. Blinkers worn by No. 5.
4 9 2
Murphy 17-2 (John & Thady Gosden) 8 ran
Betting Forecast:
9-4 Damysus (GB), 10-3 Zeus Olympios (GB), 5-1 Notable Speech (GB), 10-1 The Lion In Winter (IRE), 12-1 More Thunder (IRE), 16-1 Sahlan (IRE), 20-1 Jonquil (GB), 40-1 Cicero’s Gift (GB), 50-1 Dancing Gemini (IRE), 300-1 Mississippi River (IRE)
Race Summary:
In a cracking renewal ZEUS OLYMPIOS is taken to resume his progression with an outing under his belt and get the better of fellow highly promising 4-y-o Damysus, an impressive winner of the Earl of Sefton on his Newmarket reappearance. Notable Speech has shown his best recent form outside of Britain but will be a threat to all if on his game A defeat in the Foret last autumn shouldn’t be taken to suggest More Thunder’s progress has come to an end and he also merits plenty of respect.
1-2-3: 1.ZEUS OLYMPIOS 2.DAMYSUS 3.NOTABLE SPEECH
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THE WIGAN BEER COMPANY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE
RACE (CLASS 5)
2M 3F 123Y
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb WIGAN BEER COMPANY 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 22 entries at £40. - Closed May 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
No Horse Age st lb
1 SIEGE OF ACRES (FR) (28) 5 11 12
B g Nirvana Du Berlais (FR) - Tout A Faire (FR)
Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Hoguenet, C. Guy, Nbb Racing, C. German
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap. Form: 6463F0-
TIMEFORM VIEW No real impact in a trio of starts in this sphere last season and couldn’t build on encouraging chase debut in 2 outings over the larger obstacles. Reverts to hurdling with something to prove Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95
2 GREER HILL (IRE) (46)
B g Jet Away - She’s On The Case (IRE)
Owner: White Hart Racing & Chris Djuric
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Breeder: Parkville Stud Sponsor: Equine Products UK Ltd
5 11 10
Colours: PINK, LIGHT BLUE hoop and sleeves. Form: 2/006P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole outing in Irish points but down the field in all 3 completed starts over hurdles. Tongue strap on first time. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/3/2026 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93
3 VINNIE O’NEIL (GB) (28)
Gr g Farhh - Processional (USA)
Owner: Mr R. B. Francis
Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Breeder: Selwood Bloodstock & Mr R Mahon
Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport
6 11 7
Colours: BUFF, SAXE BLUE sleeves, SCARLET cap Form: P//P4000-
TIMEFORM VIEW Only one effort of note in his qualifying runs and finished well beaten in both handicap outings. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 90
4 ASTA LA VISTA (GB) (25) 5
B g Telescope (IRE) - One of The Last
Owner: Andrew Fox-Pitt
Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Breeder: Mr H Hopper & Mrs O Fox-Pitt
11 7
Colours: DARK BLUE, BLACK cap Form: 44035-
TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement when third at Wetherby in March and likely undone by steady pace when fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (2m, good, 9/2) 25 days ago. Back up in trip Likely has more to offer yet. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/4/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90
5 PEACE IN THE PARK (FR) (24)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Peace Alexia (FR)
Owner: Mrs Zoe Stock
Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Breeder: Haras Du Saubouas
Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
6 11 6
Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE seams, armlets and cap. Form: 062053-
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score but arrives on back of creditable third of 10 in handicap hurdle (18/1) over similar trip at Taunton 24 days ago and can race off same mark here. Respected. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
6 NEVERSHEDATEAR (IRE) (36)
B m Getaway (GER) - Lisdaleen (IRE)
Owner: Dr James Barry Johnson
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Stephen Campion
Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
5 11 4
Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE stars, sleeves and cap. Form: 500U25-
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who showed first form under Rules when runner-up over C&D in March. Couldn’t repeat that form at Sedgefield last month but can’t be ruled out back here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/4/2026 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87
Jockey
Theo Gillard
Sean Quinlan
Jack Andrews
David Bass
Tom Bellamy
Charlie Todd
7 MY FORTUNE (IRE) (53)
Br g Milan - Fine Fortune (IRE)
Owner: Mrs S. P. Davis
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Hugh Hazzard
Sponsor: Fitzdares
6 11 2
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE spots. Form: 65F405-
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed first real form when fourth at Kempton in January Not really built on that in handicaps since but is in good hands and has had a breathing operation since his last outing.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
8 DREAM’S KA (FR) (12)
B g Karaktar (IRE) - Dulci d’Un Regard (FR)
Owner: Mr J. Fyffe
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: Gregory El Baz, Mouloud Drif
Sponsor: JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd
4 11 1
Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star.
Form: 35500-2
TIMEFORM VIEW Upped in trip and posted best effort yet when good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Fakenham (2 1/2m, good) 12 days ago 2lb rise fair and merits consideration.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 92
9 VESALIUS (IRE) (210)
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Contribution
Owner: Mr David Gibbons
Trainer: Barry Brennan, Lambourn
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Sponsor: K & M (Hauliers) Ltd
5 10 12
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE hoop, RED sleeves, WHITE and DARK GREEN hooped cap. Form: 565/563-
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in a trio of bumpers and maiden hurdles. Remains to be seen if switch to handicapping brings about improvement.
10 DANTE’S INFERNO (GB) (223)
B g Sixties Icon - Bull And Bush (IRE)
Owner: Hedgehoppers
Trainer: Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang
Breeder: Mr W. A. Harrison-Allan
Sponsor: Lancashire Racing Stables Limited
Official BHA Rating 81
7 10 9
Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE hollow box. Form: P3/4344-
TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly didn’t take to fences at Uttoxeter in October but made the frame in a trio of handicap hurdles previously and is worth monitoring in the market on return with step back up in trip in his favour Star Rating
11 MR MAHLER (IRE) (141)
Ch g Mahler - Catcheragain (IRE)
Owner: Mrs S. Smith
Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Breeder: Thistletown Stud
Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd
8 10 8
Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap. Form: 2/44256-
TIMEFORM VIEW Still to get his head in front and has been expensive to follow on the back of his promising chase reappearance at Southwell in October. Returns to smaller obstacles now and others are more convincing. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77 Danny
NUMBER OF DECLARED
RUNNERS 11
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Hood worn by No 1, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7.
The Result
1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time
2025: SOLDIER IN MAYO (IRE) 5 11 11 Brian Hughes 3-1 (Donald McCain) 9 ran
Betting Forecast:
10-3 Dream’s Ka (FR), 13-2 Asta La Vista (GB), Nevershedatear (IRE), My Fortune (IRE), 9-1 Peace In The Park (FR), 10-1 Mr Mahler (IRE), 16-1 Dante’s Inferno (GB), 18-1 Greer Hill (IRE), 20-1 Vesalius (IRE), 25-1 Siege of Acres (FR), 50-1 Vinnie O’Neil (GB)
Race Summary:
DREAM’S KA benefited from the step up to this sort of trip when second at Fakenham earlier this month and remains fairly treated. He can go one better here. Asta La Vista and Nevershedatear may provide the chief threat.
Ben Jones
Harry Skelton
Isabelle Ryder (5)
Tabitha Worsley
McMenamin
3.10
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £65000
THE HIGHCLERE CASTLE GIN CARNARVON STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)
6F
No Horse st lb Draw Jockey
1 WISE APPROACH (IRE) (15)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Sagely (IRE) (Frozen Power (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Sponsor: Emirates
9 7 (1)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE. Form: 42131-5 CD BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart colt who won 3 times in 2025, emulating his half-brother Perfect Power in winning the Middle Park Stakes at Newmarket, showing a willing attitude after nearly coming down at the start. Disappointed in Group 3 at Ascot on return but worth another chance. Has 5lb penalty Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115
2 ARDISIA (IRE) (15)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Garraun (IRE) (Tamayuz)
Owner: Ardisia Partnership
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud
Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited
9 5 (10)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED disc, hooped sleeves, RED cap Form: 1120-04 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a busy juvenile season, gaining his fifth win in Two Year Old Trophy Redcar in October Below form in Greenham here on return but fared much better when fourth in Group 3 at Ascot 2 weeks ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
3 ALBERT EINSTEIN (IRE) (28)
B c Wootton Bassett - Yet (USA) (War Front (USA))
Owner: D.Smith,Mrs J.Magnier,M. Tabor,Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Coolmore
9 2 (4)
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE seams, striped sleeves, PURPLE cap Form: 11-63 D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Well regarded colt who won both starts last spring, latterly a 6f Group 3 at the Curragh. Resumed progress on second start back when third in Greenham here (7f) 4 weeks ago and must be considered back down in class/trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107
4 AQPAN (IRE) (28)
Br c Blue Point (IRE) - Testimony (Lawman (FR))
Owner: Mr Nurlan Bizakov
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
Breeder: Awbeg Stud
Sponsor: Sumbe Sas
9 2 (7)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW and LIGHT BLUE halved sleeves. Form: 22-16
TIMEFORM VIEW Raced over 7f on all-weather first 3 starts, having little trouble landing very short odds at Southwell on return. Ran well stepped up in class when sixth of 8 in Greenham here next time but needs to take another big step forward down in trip.
5 EGOLI (GB) (210)
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 101 Ray
9 2 (9)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Solar Gold (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Owner: Cayton Park Stud Limited
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Cayton Park Stud Ltd
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE square, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 116540- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden/novice winner last summer but limitations exposed at a higher level since and firmly up against it again on return. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93
6 FRESCOBALDI (IRE) (21)
B c No Nay Never (USA) - Kodiva (IRE) (Kodiac)
Owner: N.W.T. Dalzell/R.P. Behan/ Mrs J. Murphy
Trainer: D. J. Murphy, Ireland
Breeder: Newstead Breeding
9 2 (3)
Colours: DARK BLUE, PURPLE hoop, armlets and cap. Form: 52153-5
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in Convivial maiden at York (7f) in August but failed to kick on switched to listed races after, including on comeback/yard debut at Navan.
RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 96
7 GHOST MODE (IRE) (15)
Ch c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Graciebird (IRE) (Camacho)
Owner: Mr Michael Blencowe/Mr R Gorell & Ptr
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Kellsgrange Stud Limited
Sponsor: Moretons Investments Ltd
9 2 (6)
Colours: FLAME RED, OLD GOLD collar cuffs and cap Form: 3212-10 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Raced mainly at 7f last year, winning a maiden at Chester before being collared late on in a sales race at York. Much improved when making a winning handicap debut dropped to this trip at Southwell on return but pulled too hard in Ascot Group 3 2 weeks ago STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure. Star Rating
William Buick
Colin Keane
Ryan Moore
Dawson
Rossa Ryan
Sean Levey
Oisin Murphy
8 HAVANA HURRICANE (GB) (231)
9 2 (8)
B c Havana Gold (IRE) - Spitfire Limited (Excelebration (IRE))
Owner: J Allison & T Cartwright
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Breeder: Lady Cobham
Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW braces, WHITE sleeves, BLACK armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 212346-
TIMEFORM VIEW Has proved to be a bargain buy for connections despite his habitual slow starts, winning Windsor Castle at Royal Ascot before going close in Newbury Super Sprint. Held form well upped in class after but likely to find a few too good on return in what is a strong race for the grade Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 101
9 SIRIUS A (IRE) (36) 9 2 (2)
Br c Palace Pier - Night of Light (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Owner: Team Valor LLC & Gary Barber
Trainer: James Horton, Newmarket
Breeder: Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
Sponsor: Horton Racing Ltd
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED chevron, RED cap Form: 12432-1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt who was placed in a 6f Group 3 at Kempton and 5f listed race at Dundalk on polytrack last autumn. Matched that form when making a winning return at Wolverhampton but bit to find here and still has to prove he’s as good on turf. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
10 SONG OF THE CLYDE (GB) (30)
9 2 (11)
B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Queenoftheclyde (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))
Owner: Middleham Park Racing CXX & M Parker
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets. Form: 12125-4 D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a valuable sales race at York (6f, good to firm) last summer and went close to landing another at Doncaster the following month. Creditable fourth on handicap debut at Newmarket on return and worth another try at this level. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
11 ROYAL FIXATION (GB) (231)
B f Palace Pier - Fixette (IRE) (Kodiac)
Owner: Forz Europe Ltd
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: D. J. Weston
8 11 (5)
Colours: WHITE, WHITE and DARK GREEN check sleeves, DARK GREEN cap Form: 1213- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly established herself as one of the leading 2-y-o fillies over 6f for Ed Walker, winning Lowther at York before a near-miss in a Group 2 on the July Course Ended campaign with good third in Cheveley Park at Newmarket and sets the standard taking on the males for the first time Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 111
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5.
The Result
Betting Forecast:
3-1 Royal Fixation (GB), 10-3 Albert Einstein (IRE), 9-2 Wise Approach (IRE), 12-1 Havana Hurricane (GB), 14-1 Ardisia (IRE), 16-1 Ghost Mode (IRE), 18-1 Sirius A (IRE), 22-1 Song of The Clyde (GB), 50-1 Aqpan (IRE), Egoli (GB), 66-1 Frescobaldi (IRE)
Race Summary:
ROYAL FIXATION escapes a penalty for her win in the Lowther Stakes at York so looks the one to beat on these terms starting out for Karl Burke. Wise Approach must shoulder a 5lb penalty for his Group 1 success in the Middle Park but still rates the main threat despite his underwhelming reappearance at Ascot, while the highly-regarded Albert Einstein stepped up on his belated comeback when third in the Greenham here and completes the shortlist in what is a very strong listed event.
1-2-3: 1.ROYAL FIXATION 2.WISE APPROACH (IRE) 3.ALBERT EINSTEIN (IRE)
Charles Bishop
Jack Mitchell
Hector Crouch
Shane Foley
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24/05/12 - 08/02/22
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for four yrs old and upwards, Total prize fund £12000
THE REMEMBERING KITTY WARBURTON 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 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Kitty Warburton’s 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 21 entries at £60 - Closed May 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
1 FASOL (GB) (21)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Silasol (IRE)
Owner: Mr P. J. Vogt and Mr Bryan Drew
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Breeder: Wertheimer et Frere
Sponsor: Morson Group
7 12 0
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 144043-
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort won at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day and arrives here on the back of several good placed efforts, having the run of the race when third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Sandown (2 1/2m, good to firm) 21 days ago Player again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120
2 KRAK (FR) (58)
Ch g Muhtathir - Buttercup (FR)
Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede
Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Breeder: Scea Haras De Tonnencourt
Sponsor: The Sporting Life
6 11 13
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap Form: 1/6300P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap hurdle winner at Cork last April on his final run for Stuart Crawford but no impact across 5 starts for current yard, including over fences. Cheekpieces go on now.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 119
3 FROMHERETOETERNITY (IRE) (27) 9 11 8
B m Doyen (IRE) - Entertain Me
Owner: A. C. O’Keeffe
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Breeder: Mrs A. L. Merry & Mr Brett Merry
Sponsor: Equine Products UK Ltd
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK spots, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 254442-
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent mare wasted no time getting back to form when second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (2m, good to soft) 27 days ago and should be in the mix again from just 1lb higher. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114
4
PADDOCKWOOD (FR) (48)
B g Birchwood (IRE) - Bourgeauville (IRE)
Owner: Brown, Halliday, Sankey & Wilding
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Emile Buttigieg & Ecurie D’Auge
Sponsor: Fitzdares
4 11 7
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE chevron, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, WHITE and DARK BLUE check cap Form: 141500- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a pair of soft-ground hurdle wins at Cagnes-sur-Mer for Mathieu Pitart this winter Raced too freely both starts for his new yard though (including in the Fred Winter at Cheltenham) and perhaps needs further respite from the handicapper Has had a breathing operation. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 119
5 ITSINTHENAME (IRE) (37) 5 11 6
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Royal Queen (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. M. Proos
Trainer: Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
Breeder: Killian Traynor
Sponsor: Nick Scholfield Racing
Colours: BEIGE, BROWN Cross of Lorraine, hooped cap Form: 32160-
TIMEFORM VIEW Second in all-weather bumper at Lingfield in January (only start for Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies) before making a winning hurdle/yard debut in a 2m Catterick maiden. Seemingly found out under a penalty in a better race at Newbury and bled at Taunton last month, so bit to prove now handicapping. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112
6 DIAMONDS GALORE (GB) (32) 6 11 6
B m Diamond Boy (FR) - Youngstar
Owner: Turf Club 2024 & The Burling Family Ltd
Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Breeder: Mr J. L. Lightfoot
Sponsor: Unibet, The Burling Family Ltd
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: P/222P1- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and found just one too good first 3 starts over hurdles this season after a breathing operation (should have landed gamble at Ludlow in February but lost momentum with a mistake at the last). Landed odds in a Market Rasen novice last month and she’s respected back in a handicap. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112
Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 216600-
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved again to make a winning handicap debut over 2m at Musselburgh in November Form has stalled of late though, so hard to see him getting involved, especially given tendency to jump right at this left-handed track.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110
8 ROYSSE (GB) (47)
B g Kayf Tara - Rattlin
Owner: The OA’s
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb
Sponsor: Fitzdares
7 11 4
Colours: PINK and WHITE stripes, hooped sleeves. Form: 3/00336-
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper/maiden hurdle winner has the demeanour of a 2m chaser but again disappointed (following second breathing operation) over fences at Sedgefield on penultimate start. Well held back hurdling at Ludlow last time and he looks the yard’s second string on jockey bookings. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110
9 DOG FOX (GB) (173)
Ch g Cityscape - Dragonera
Owner: The North West National Hunt Racing Club
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Preston Lodge Stud
Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
6 10 13
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE spots, sleeves and cap Form: 5/21U3P- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in June 2024 and he gained his second hurdles success at Uttoxeter last summer Didn’t convince in 3 starts over fences in the autumn, so something to prove after near 6-month break. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
NUMBER OF
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.
The Result
Betting Forecast:
3-1 Diamonds Galore (GB), 7-2 Fasol (GB), 4-1 Fromheretoeternity (IRE), 14-1 Itsinthename (IRE), Roysse (GB), 18-1 Krak (FR), Paddockwood (FR), City of Diamonds (IRE), 22-1 Dog Fox (GB)
Race Summary:
FASOL is a reliable sort and looks a solid option in a race where plenty have something to prove. Diamonds Galore is unexposed in handicaps and rates as a potential improver, while Fromheretoeternity is another reliable type who should give her running 1-2-3: 1.FASOL 2.DIAMONDS GALORE 3.FROMHERETOETERNITY (IRE)
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Theo Gillard
Beau Morgan (5)
Toby Wynne
Total prize fund £25000
FOURTH RACE 3.55 2M 1F 77Y for five yrs old and upwards
THE BANGOR-ON-DEE GRAND WYNNSTAY 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 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, 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 PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 6 at £25 and 7 at £125. - Closed May 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE seams, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets, ORANGE cap Form: 2/11404- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Brilliantly primed to win 2 £100k handicaps at Cheltenham and Ascot during the autumn. In better heart of late than form figures suggest, heavy ground probably not to his liking when fourth of 7 at Ayr (2m) 4 weeks ago and he’s now only 1lb above last winning mark.
2 PERSONAL AMBITION (IRE) (66)7
Br g Sandmason - Saoirse’s Sister (IRE)
Owner: Mrs L. Maclennan
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Mr Philip O’Connor
Sponsor: Fitzdares
11 2
Colours: BLACK and ORANGE (quartered), checked sleeves, ORANGE and BLACK quartered cap Form: P/4P51P- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form when winning 3-runner novice at Newbury (2m) 3 weeks ago, seeming to relish the combination of first-time blinkers and drop back in trip under a typically attacking ride Couldn’t dominate in the Grand Annual at Cheltenham last time but these are calmer waters than he is used to, Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 138
3 HOMME PUBLIC (FR) (77)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Uddy (FR)
Owner: The Nevers Racing Partnership II
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Jacques Cypres
Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
9 10 5
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PINK armlets, PINK cap Form: 2/6660P- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Good servant for this yard but he completely lost his way last season and has plenty to prove again despite now racing from another career-low mark on the back of a breathing operation. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 127
4 GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (37) 10
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Miss d’Estruval (FR)
Owner: Mr John P. McManus
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Comte Michel de Gigou
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
10 4
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap Form: 151260- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2 wins from first 3 starts this season when scoring at Haydock (19.9f) in December Posted a decent second at Doncaster in January and shaped as if back in form faced with a pretty stiff task in the Red Rum at Aintree last month, travelling well for a long way Respected. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126
5 SIR TIVO (FR) (213) 12
B g Deportivo - Miss Possibility (USA)
Owner: Mrs J. A. Ashley
Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Breeder: Mr Christophe Jouandou
10 2
Colours: BLACK, MAUVE star, MAUVE sleeves, MAROON stars, BLACK cap, MAUVE stars. Form: 0/132P1- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on much-reduced mark after 5 months off at Cartmel (17.3f) around this time last year and resumed winning ways after another 12-week break in a 4-runner handicap chase at Wetherby (15f, good to firm) in October Often does well at this of time year, so worth betting check. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123
6 GABRIEL’S GETAWAY (IRE) (77) 9 10 2
B g Getaway (GER) - Chosen Destiny (IRE)
Owner: Buckingham, Chapman, Kingston & Langford
Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Breeder: Kedrah House Stud
Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE stars, EMERALD GREEN cap, ORANGE star Form: 24U433-
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in an Ascot premier handicap in November. Not quite in the same form of late, though has been notably easy to back on his last few outings and is potentially thrown in from this mark on the pick of his winter form. Interesting if market support comes now wearing cheekpieces. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123
No Horse Age st lb
Jockey
Harry Skelton
Ben Jones
Toby Wynne
Harry Cobden
Danny McMenamin
Ben Godfrey
7 OBSESSEDWITHYOU (FR) (34) 7 10 2
B m Bathyrhon (GER) - Carmona (FR)
Owner: AWR Consultancy Ltd & The Folly Partners
Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Breeder: John Kilpatrick & Richard Mark Venn
Sponsor: BetVictor
Colours: WHITE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: 132121- C
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent mare won back-to-back chases at Ffos Las and this track in May/June last year and notched a first success outside of mares only company at Sedgefield in October. Enhanced good strike rate in 3-runner race at Wincanton last month but career best likely needed from out of weights here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
The Result
1st
Betting Forecast:
7-2 Calico (GER), 4-1 Obsessedwithyou (FR), 5-1 Personal Ambition (IRE), 6-1 Grain d’Oudairies (FR), Sir Tivo (FR), 9-1 Gabriel’s Getaway (IRE), 18-1 Homme Public (FR)
Race Summary:
A trappy contest in which top-weight CALICO is fancied to make his class tell having shaped better than the result in stronger races than this of late. Personal Ambition drops in grade and is also shortlisted, with Gabriel’s Getaway rating as an interesting runner now sporting cheekpieces from a reduced mark.
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Isabelle Ryder (5)
for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10000
THE CLASSIC ADDITIONS 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 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Classic Additions 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 17 entries at £50. - Closed May 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Colours: RED, YELLOW diamond, RED sleeves, YELLOW spots, RED cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 311445- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who wasn’t seen to best effect when fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Haydock (3m) 42 days ago This dual point winner makes his chase debut now and is the type to do better over the larger obstacles. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104
2 SPECIAL JOHN (IRE) (34)
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Royal Choice (IRE)
Owner: LUGGS
Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff
Breeder: J. Lenihan
7 11 13
Colours: WHITE and MAROON stripes, WHITE and LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, YELLOW star Form: 211552- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first 2 starts over fences last season at Exeter and Wincanton. Good second of 3 in handicap chase at Wincanton (25f) 34 days ago so merits serious consideration eased 1lb. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 103
3 CAHIER’S DEN (IRE) (46)
Ch g Idaho (IRE) - Caballo Sin Nombre (IRE)
Owner: David & Carol Shaw
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: J. Robinson & L. Byrne
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
6 11 12
Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 23/6432- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless under Rules but he comes here in good nick, second of 6 in handicap chase at Newcastle (23f) 46 days ago Ought to be thereabouts again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 102 Theo Gillard
4 SLANEY OPERA (IRE) (33) 8 11 10
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Miss Opera
Owner: Mr J. Camm
Trainer: Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
Breeder: Joseph Smiddy
Sponsor: Nick Scholfield Racing
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK hoops, BLACK cap Form: 301P23- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 8-y-o who landed handicap chase at Sedgefield in January for Ruth Jefferson. Not discredited for new yard when third of 4 at Fakenham (29f) 33 days ago Holds solid claims back at a more conventional track.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 100
5 WALKING THE WALK (IRE) (364) 11 11 8
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Iconic Events (IRE)
Owner: Jane Graves Racing
Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Breeder: Desmond Devereux
Sponsor: Kerry Lee
Colours: ORANGE, ORANGE and DARK BLUE check sleeves and cap Form: 0/33PP/5- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Off 12 months since a well-held fifth in handicap chase over C&D 12 months ago Not easy to make a case for, albeit yard going better now.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 98
6 GOOD WORK (FR) (46)
Gr g Network (GER) - Teskaline (FR)
Owner: The Cool Runnings Syndicate
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres
Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
10 11 3
Colours: PINK, DARK BLUE cross belts and sleeves. Form: 3P4434-
TIMEFORM VIEW Irresolute performer. Not disgraced when fourth over C&D 46 days ago but has won once from 31 starts. Cheekpieces back on.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93
James Bowen
Matt Griffiths
Harry Reed
David Bass
Toby Wynne
7 GILBERTINA (GB) (33) 9 11 3
B m Universal (IRE) - Saaboog
Owner: Mrs Marina Kent
Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg
Breeder: Newstead Priory Stud
Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.
Colours: PINK, PINK and LIGHT BLUE diabolo on sleeves. Form: 4P4344-
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since her last win in 2024 and she came in a well-held fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Fakenham (3m) 33 days ago
8 FRIENDS DON’T ASK (GB) (10) 11 10
B g Champs Elysees - Kintyre
Owner: Mr Robert P. Clarke
Trainer: Clare Ellam, Market Drayton
Breeder: Fittocks Stud
Sponsor: Tote
11
Colours: ORANGE, BLACK star, BLACK and ORANGE chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap, ORANGE star Form: 50D/PP-3
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since his last win in 2021. Not disgraced when third of 11 in handicap chase at Fontwell (3 1/4m) 10 days ago Unreliable overall though.
9 GETAWAY GLORY (GB) (50) 7 10 8
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: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap Form: 02/0PP0- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer at his best but offered little under both codes last season, tenth in 3m handicap hurdle at Wetherby in March. Has since had a breathing operation.
10 ON THE PLATFORM (IRE) (562) 10 10 8
B g Valirann (FR) - Coca’s Lady (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Belinda Clarke
Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Mr A. B. O’Brien
Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap Form: 2P3P/1P/- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Took this prize in 2024 but he’s an inconsistent sort and was pulled up in handicap chase at Stratford when last seen 18 months ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.
The Result
Betting Forecast:
7
7-2 Special John (IRE), 5-1 Cahier’s Den (IRE), 11-2 Slaney Opera (IRE), 8-1 Good Work (FR), 10-1 Kenzo des Bruyeres (FR), 12-1 Walking The Walk (IRE), 14-1 Gilbertina (GB), 20-1 Friends Don’t Ask (GB), Getaway Glory (GB), 28-1 On The Platform (IRE)
Race Summary:
SPECIAL JOHN took well to fences last season and is fancied to gain a third win on the back of a good Wincanton second. Both Cahier’s Den and Slaney Opera come here in good nick and can chase home Sam Thomas’7-y-o in that order Chasing newcomer Kenzo des Bruyeres completes the shortlist
1-2-3:
1.SPECIAL JOHN (IRE) 2.CAHIER’S DEN (IRE) 3.SLANEY OPERA (IRE)
Tom Broughton (5)
Charlie Todd
Stan Sheppard
BUMPY EVANS
2026 FIXTURES
MAY
SATURDAY 23
LADIES DAY
JUNE
FRIDAY 26 (EVE) WREXHAM EVENING
SEPTEMBER
FRIDAY 4
NORTH WALES BUSINESS DAY
TUESDAY 8 (EVE) TWILIGHT RACING ON THE DEE
OCTOBER
TUESDAY 27
SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY DAY
NOVEMBER
WEDNESDAY 11
LISTED MARES’ TROPHY DAY
SATURDAY 28 THE FESTIVE MEETING
DECEMBER
FRIDAY 11
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SIXTH RACE 5.05
for novice five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10000
THE LADIES DAY ON SATURDAY 23RD MAY NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, 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 10 entries at £50 - Closed May 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
1 PIGEON HOUSE (IRE) (44) 6 12 0
Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Zaitana (IRE)
Owner: New Vision Bloodstock
Trainer: Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
Breeder: Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L.
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, PURPLE sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap, WHITE star Form: 253/521-
TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off for Jennie Candlish with 2m Catterick claiming hurdle win but last of 9 for new yard in Flat handicap at Southwell (11f) 44 days ago Makes chase debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120
2 NIBRAS GOLD (IRE) (231)
B g Golden Horn - Whipped (IRE)
Owner: Value Racing - Nibras Gold
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Forenaghts,Tinnakill,Colts Neck Stallion
Sponsor: Tote
8 12 0
Colours: WHITE, BLACK epaulets, MAROON and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, BLACK and MAROON quartered cap Form: 2205/30-
TIMEFORM VIEW Off since a below-par ninth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen 7 months ago Needs to hit the ground running on his second run over fences (well held on debut). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120
3 IS THIS FOR REAL (IRE) (42)
B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Kiera’s Princess
Owner: Tony Bloom
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Breeder: Alastair Pim
Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies
6 11 12
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 1/441P1- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who gained a second success over hurdles in 8-runner novice at Huntingdon (2m) last month. Interesting chasing debutant. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 118
4 PARK ANNONCIADE (FR) (27)
B g Masked Marvel - Yellow Ball (FR)
Owner: The Friday Lunch Club
Trainer: Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting
Breeder: Mr G. Defontaine & Mr F. Duvivier
Sponsor: Tote
8 11 11
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK diamonds. Form: 4P3212-
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a deserved breakthrough win over fences at Huntingdon in April and backed it up with a good second of 4 in handicap chase at Stratford (17f) 27 days ago. A likely player nudged up 1lb. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 117
5 ICE IN THE VEINS (IRE) (42)
Gr g Order of St George (IRE) - She Ranks Me (IRE)
Colours: PURPLE, ROYAL BLUE armlets. Form: 411040-
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of small-field novice hurdles in November. Run below that level in trio of handicaps since but easy to overlook his latest effort having had little chance from his position. Not out of things switched to chasing. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/4/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115
6 HUDSON (FR) (120)
Gr g Intello (GER) - Armoricaine
Owner: Miss Jayne Brace & Mrs Karen Smith
Trainer: Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Breeder: Wertheimer & Frere
5 11 2
Colours: RED, WHITE diamond, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, RED cap, ROYAL BLUE diamonds. Form: 043240-
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair maiden hurdler for Ellmarie Holden in Ireland. Posted a solid fourth for new yard at Exeter (2m) but only seventh in 23f handicap at Market Rasen since. Goes chasing now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108 James Bowen
Charlie Todd
Stan Sheppard
Liam Harrison
Richie McLernon
Harry Skelton
7 KING ULANDA (IRE) (42) 6 11 2
B g Kingston Hill - Ulanda (IRE)
Owner: The Happy Monarchs
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Aidan Sexton
Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, halved sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and RED quartered cap Form: 242PF6- D
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winning hurdler at his best but only sixth of 8 at Huntingdon (2m) last month. Sent over fences now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 108
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 7.
Betting Forecast:
2-1 Park Annonciade (FR), 7-2 Is This For Real (IRE), 6-1 Ice In The Veins (IRE), 7-1 Pigeon House (IRE), Nibras Gold (IRE), 16-1 King Ulanda (IRE), 22-1 Hudson (FR)
Race Summary:
Not an easy race to assess and it could rest between chasing newcomers IS THIS FOR REAL and Ice In The Veins to fight it out with narrow preference for Fergal O’Brien’s point scorer over Dan Skelton’s winning hurdler Park Annonciade is also well in the mix.
1-2-3:
1.IS THIS FOR REAL (IRE) 2.ICE IN THE VEINS (IRE) 3.PARK ANNONCIADE (FR)
Toby Wynne
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