Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Saturday 22nd March by Weatherbys

2025 FIXTURES

APRIL

SAT 12 | WREXHAM DAY

THUR 24 (EVE) | GENTS EVENING MAY SAT 17 | FAMILY FUN DAY

JUNE FRI 6 | SUMMER MUSIC MEET SAT 21 | LADIES DAY

JULY

FRI 4 (EVE) | SUMMER SOCIAL NIGHT SEPTEMBER

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

SATURDAY 22ND MARCH 2025

Good afternoon,

Welcome to Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse for Premier Hurdle Day. Our first Saturday meeting of the year and a chance to watch some thrilling racing in the beautiful North Wales countryside.

Today, we have seven exciting races on the card. The first race is the Alfa Aggregates Products Handicap Hurdle race at 1:35pm, with a prize of £30,000. Later in the day, at 4:02pm, we have The Voyager Camper Conversions Handicap Hurdle Race, worth £18,000 The final race of the day is The Bangor-On-Dee Wrexham Day On 12th April Maiden Hurdle Race at 5:10pm.

As it’s National Grounds Week, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful grounds team who work tirelessly to ensure the best possible racing surface for our runners. I would also like to extend our gratitude to today’s sponsors, Alfa Aggregates, Broxton Gates, Excel Signs, Voyager All of us at Bangor-on-Dee appreciate your support.

We hope to see you on Saturday, 12 April, for Wrexham Day!

Jonathon Turner, Chairman

Bangor-on-Dee

Racecourse

FACILITIES AT THE RACECOURSE

The list of Officials for racing at Bangor-on-Dee today 5 7 8

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

7TH RACE 5.10PM THE BANGOR-ON-DEE NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE 10 47 14 20 18 28

1ST RACE 1.35PM THE ALFA AGGREGATES PRODUCTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

2ND RACE 2.15PM THE BROXTON GATES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

KELSO 2.25PM THE LADBROKES GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

NEWBURY 2.40PM THE BETVICTOR HOME OF THE SATURDAY SUPERBOOST HANDICAP CHASE

3RD RACE 2.52PM THE EXCEL SIGNS HANDICAP CHASE

NEWBURY 3.15PM THE BETVICTOR BRITISH EBF “NATIONAL HUNT” MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

4TH RACE 3.27PM THE BROXTON GATES HANDICAP CHASE

5TH RACE 4.02PM THE VOYAGER CAMPER CONVERSIONS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

6TH RACE 4.37PM THE BANGOR-ON-DEE WREXHAM DAY ON 12TH APRIL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

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

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.

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 (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:

D MCCAIN (60 wins from 333 runners, 18%) runs ROCK HURLEY (2.15), SOVEREIGN STAR (2.52), ATLANTIC LAD and JOMIG DES BOIS (4.37), UNCERTAIN TERMS (5.10).

O GREENALL & J GUERRIEO (21 wins from 197 runners, 11%) runs GENTLEMAN BILL and HOMME PUBLIC (1.35), TOO COOL FORSHRULE (2.15), NEIGH BOTHA (2.52), DUSAUTIOR (3.27), HORSESOMEHARRY (4.02), CARRIG KATE and KI WOO (4.37), KUZCO (5.10).

V WILLIAMS (15 wins from 63 runners, 24%) runs JO LESCRIBAA (3.27), SOLE SOLUTION (4.02).

O MURPHY (14 wins from 66 runners, 21%) runs THE FOUR SIXES and THUNDER ROCK (1.35).

A RALPH (13 wins from 81 runners, 16%) runs EL FABIENNE (2.15), THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR (4.02).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

1. OLLY MURPHY 2. SEAN BOWEN HORSE: THE FOUR SIXES (1.35)

J SNOWDEN (11 wins from 23 runners, 48%) runs MILLDAM (1.35), DOUBLE CLICK (4.02).

J CANDLISH (8 wins from 29 runners, 28%) runs REGAL AND ROYAL (2.15).

N HENDERSON (6 wins from 36 runners, 17%) runs NUSRET (1.35).

N MULHOLLAND (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs SUNSHINE DIAMOND (4.02).

O MURPHY (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) runners listed above.

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:

SEAN BOWEN (15 wins from 92 rides, 16%) rides THE FOUR SIXES (1.35), STICK WITH ME SAM (2.52), TEDWIN HILLS (3.27), SUNSHINE DIAMOND (4.02), MERSEY STREET (5.10).

HENRY BROOKE (12 wins from 90 rides, 13%) rides GENTLEMAN BILL (1.35), TOO COOL FORSHRULE (2.15), NEIGH BOTHA (2.52), DUSAUTIOR (3.27), HORSESOMEHARRY (4.02), CARRIG KATE (4.37).

CHARLIE DEUTSCH (12 wins from 62 rides, 19%) rides JO LESCRIBAA (3.27), SOLE SOLUTION (4.02), RIVER RIDER (4.37), CHARMING GETAWAY (5.10).

TOBY WYNNE (10 wins from 55 rides, 18%) rides HOMME PUBLIC (1.35), GLENVANGO (2.15), ORBYS RIVER (2.52), KI WOO (4.37).

THEO GILLARD (8 wins from 87 rides, 9%) rides ROCK HURLEY (2.15), SOVEREIGN STAR (2.52), ATLANTIC LAD (4.37), UNCERTAIN TERMS (5.10).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

GAVIN SHEEHAN (10 wins from 30 rides, 33%) rides MILLDAM (1.35), RECORD HIGH (3.27).

SEAN BOWEN (7 wins from 44 rides, 16%) rides listed above

SEAN QUINLAN (5 wins from 23 rides, 22%) rides WILLASTON (1.35), REGAL AND ROYAL (2.15), KALLOW POINT (4.37), BEST LIFE (5.10).

DAVID BASS (4 wins from 19 rides, 21%) rides THE WREKIN (3.27).

WILLIAM MAGGS (3 wins from 16 rides, 19%) rides JOMIG DES BOIS (4.37).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.35 WILLASTON (won off 126 down 4lb to 122); 3.27 THE WREKIN (won off 112 down 7lb to 105).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.35 THUNDER ROCK (down 3 grades); 1.35 NUSRET (down 2); 2.15 YHPRUM’S LAW (down 2 grades).

STABLE MOVES

1.35 NUSRET has moved from J P O’Brien to N Henderson; 3.27 TEDWIN HILLS has moved from Dr R Newland & J Insole to W Greatrex

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

MR FREEDOM (1.35) trained by S West, Lewes, distance of 238 miles. RECORD HIGH (3.27) trained by S Smith, Littlehampton, distance of 225 miles. SPEIRIUIL (2.15) trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, distance of 194 miles. LAZY SUNDAY (3.27) trained by R Mitford-slade, Norton Fitzwarren, distance of 191 miles. GLENVANGO (2.15), ORBYS RIVER (2.52), RIVER RIDER (4.37) trained by S Allwood, Whitchurch, distance of 172 miles. ESPERTI (3.27) trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, distance of 156 miles. HOLOKEA (4.02) trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, distance of 156 miles. HIGH GAME ROYAL (4.02) & SOLAR SYSTEM (4.02) trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, distance of 153 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th March.

BEST SELECTIONS ON THE DAY

HOMME PUBLIC has switched between fences and hurdles this season and his most recent effort when second over the larger obstacles at Doncaster was highly encouraging. Runner-up in this contest off 2lb lower in 2023, the eight-year-old is preferred to the class-dropping Thunder Rock, and Nusret, who must be of interest on his ﬁrst run for the Nicky Henderson stable. West To The Bridge is expected to be thereabouts as well.

WIN: HOMME PUBLIC

DANGER: THUNDER ROCK

Similar to his stable, REGAL AND ROYAL could not be in better form at present and a further 4lb rise for his most recent success over C&D could prove lenient as he goes in search of the hat-trick. That may come at the main expense of Too Cool Forshrule, who scored over fences at Market Rasen last Sunday and reverts to the smaller obstacles off the same mark. Rock Hurley may also have a say

REGAL AND ROYAL

TOO COOL

Runner-up on his last two starts over 2m, STICK WITH ME SAM is going to win a race like this sooner rather than later and the booking of Sean Bowen is a big plus. A winner at Southwell on his penultimate outing (hurdles) before disappointing at the same track last time, Neigh Botha must enter calculations, as well as Boston Joe, who could be interesting returned to chasing.

WIN: STICK WITH ME SAM

DANGER: NEIGH BOTHA

RECORD HIGH appeared to have plenty in hand when winning over 3m2f at Fontwell a month ago and the eight-year-old merits plenty of respect on the back of that performance, despite a 4lb rise. Esperti was also successful on his most recent outing and could prove to be the main threat to the selection. That said, Jo Lescribaa and Lazy Sunday are others who arrive here with strong form claims.

WIN: RECORD HIGH

ESPERTI

SUNSHINE DIAMOND made a winning debut for these connections in a 3m Southwell novice hurdle in October and Neil Mulholland’s gelding merits the utmost respect on his handicap debut. Sole Solution is another progressive gelding who has to be of interest following back-to-back victories in recent months, while Andy Amo edges out Land Genie and Solar System to be the pick of the remainder

WIN: SUNSHINE DIAMOND DANGER: SOLE SOLUTION

CARRIG KATE produced a career-best effort to make the frame in Listed company at Doncaster earlier in the month and now drops back into a maiden. The seven-year-old should have no problems with this drop back in trip and can get off the mark. Atlantic Lad hasn’t ﬁnished out of the frame on each of his three starts over the smaller obstacles and should remain competitive, while Ki Woo is also noted.

WIN: CARRIG KATE

DANGER: ATLANTIC LAD

CHARMING GETAWAY led towards the ﬁnish to score by just under a length over 2m5f at Ludlow last month, shaping as if this step up in trip could unlock further improvement Mel Rowley’s eight-year-old is 6lb higher but expected to complete a double. Superior Glance wasn’t disgraced in third over C&D on her latest outing and is noted along with Mersey Street.

WIN: CHARMING GETAWAY

DANGER: SUPERIOR GLANCE

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THE ALFA AGGREGATES PRODUCTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the ﬁfth £897 and the sixth £447 for four yrs old and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 20th. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Alfa Aggregates Products have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Dragonbet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualiﬁed to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 17 entries, 5 at £30 and 12 at £150. - Closed March 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372. (Penalty Value £15609)

No Horse

1 THUNDER ROCK (IRE) (35)

B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage

Owner: McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Mrs O. Hegarty

Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

9 12 0

Colours: RED, GREY epaulets, WHITE sleeves. Form: 21P-P44 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser at best but not at the same level in 3 outings over hurdles this season, latest when well-beaten fourth of 6 to Gwennie May Boy in Rendlesham Hurdle at Haydock (24.3f, good to soft) 5 weeks ago Will ﬁnd this easier back in a handicap but needs to show more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 143

2 HOMME PUBLIC (FR) (21)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Uddy (FR)

Owner: The Nevers Racing Partnership II

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Jacques Cypres

Sponsor: Swansway

8 11 11

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PINK armlets, PINK cap. Form: 605162

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form as a chaser last season, including a Grade 2 win, but rather lost his way over fences. Capitalised on falling mark back hurdling when winning at Doncaster in December and back to best returned to chasing when runner-up there (16.4f, good) 3 weeks ago Claims reverted to timber

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 140

3 NUSRET (GB) (233)

B h Golden Horn - Serres (IRE)

Owner: Dash Grange Stud

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Hesmonds Stud Ltd

6 11 10

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE chevron. Form: 34/20-50

TIMEFORM VIEW Rather lost his way for Joseph Patrick O’Brien on the Flat and over hurdles last season, well beaten in the Galway Hurdle when last seen in August. Switched to Nicky Henderson since and could be worth chancing upped in trip provided he’s ready to roll. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 139

4 WEST TO THE BRIDGE (IRE) (38) 12 11 2

B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Godlylady (IRE)

Owner: Mr J. Tierney

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mr L. Dunne

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

Colours: MAROON, WHITE stripe and armlets, striped cap. Form: 4-33451 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Still capable of useful form despite his veteran status and turned in his best effort of the season to score for the ﬁrst time in almost 2 years in 11-runner event at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) last month, jumping with more ﬂuency than most of his chief rivals. 4lb higher but remains well treated. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 131

5 MILLDAM (FR) (21)

Gr g Martaline - Santa Dame (FR)

Owner: Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr R. Corveller & Mrs A. Corveller

Sponsor: BetVictor

7 11 2

Colours: WHITE and RED stripes, chevrons on sleeves, RED cap. Form: 411-410

TIMEFORM VIEW Let down by his jumping when below-par on reappearance but back on the up with a bang when landing a 2m Haydock handicap just before Christmas, making it 4 wins from his previous 6 starts. Wasn’t disgraced after 10 weeks off when mid-ﬁeld in Morebattle 3 weeks ago and now heads back up in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

6 THE FOUR SIXES (IRE) (42) 7 11 2

B g Westerner - Lemon Cello (IRE)

Owner: McNeill Family & Stone Family

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Cathal Ennis

Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoops, MAROON sleeves and cap.

Form: 2F2-PUP

TIMEFORM VIEW A useful 2m5f winning hurdler last term but failed to complete both starts over the larger obstacles this season. Had too much use made of him back hurdling at Newbury (24.2f, soft) 6 weeks ago and the handicapper relinquishes his grip Sean Bowen back on board. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

Lewis Saunders (7)

Toby Wynne (3)

Freddie Gordon (3)

Harry Atkins (7)

Gavin Sheehan

Sean Bowen

7 GENTLEMAN BILL (IRE) (21)

B g Rule of Law (USA) - Snow Water (IRE)

Owner: Bill’s a Gent Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Fionan O’Driscoll

Sponsor: Swansway

7 10 10

Colours: BROWN, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine, YELLOW cap Form: 1-31120 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who made a good start to his Rules career, winning 2m hurdles at this track (novice) and Doncaster (handicap) before Christmas. Another good run when second back in a novice at Catterick in January but wasn’t up to the task back handicapping at Kelso (16.2f) since. Place claims. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

8 MR FREEDOM (GB) (210)

B g Sixties Icon - Waitingforachance

Owner: The Affordable (3) Partnership

Trainer: Sheena West, Lewes

Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Southdowns Unleashed

6 10 10

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE stripe, WHITE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN star. Form: 2102-P6

TIMEFORM VIEW Most consistent sort who produced another likeable display when second to a big improver in the Sussex Champion Hurdle at Plumpton 12 months ago Successful at Goodwood and Sandown on the Flat last summer and he’s respected back hurdling after 7 months off STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

9 WILLASTON (IRE) (86) 9 10 7

B g Morozov (USA) - Bombalong (IRE)

Owner: New Vision Bloodstock

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Martin Kenirons

Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, PURPLE sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap, WHITE star. Form: 2-03445 D

TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time hurdle winner since joining Mark Walford but proving more miss than hit of late, no better than mid-ﬁeld on his last 3 outings. Handicapper given him a chance as a result, but he needs to show more before becoming of interest. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 122

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 9.

The Result 1st 2nd Distance

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Nusret (GB), 9-2 Thunder Rock (IRE), 7-1 Homme Public (FR), 17-2 Mr Freedom (GB), 9-1 Gentleman Bill (IRE), 10-1 West To The Bridge (IRE), The Four Sixes (IRE), 14-1 Willaston (IRE), 20-1 Milldam (FR)

Race Summary:

A host in with chances but the vote goes to NUSRET, who rather lost his way for Joseph O’Brien but has gone well fresh in the past and now could be the time to catch him. Heading up the dangers is West To The Bridge, who proved he’s still capable of useful form despite his veteran status when scoring at Wetherby last month and he remains well treated on the back of a 4lb rise The Olly Murphy-trained pair The Four Sixes and Thunder Rock can fight out third.

1-2-3: 1.NUSRET 2.WEST TO THE BRIDGE (IRE) 3.THE FOUR SIXES (IRE)

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THE BROXTON GATES 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, March 17th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 20th. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Broxton Gates have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 25 entries at £40. - Closed March 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

1 SPEIRIUIL (IRE) (29) 5 12 0

B m Fracas (IRE) - Something Graceful

Owner: Molly and Paul Willis

Trainer: Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Breeder: J. S. Bolger

Sponsor: Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap. Form: 201U46

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Lingﬁeld (19.5f) in November and all set to follow-up when unseating last at Huntingdon (20.6f) in January. Underperformed when well held sixth at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) 4 weeks ago but no great surprise to see her bounce back returned to this shorter trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

2 YHPRUM’S LAW (IRE) (85)

Gr g Kayf Tara - She Ranks Me (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Suzanne Lawrence

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Coolmara Stables Ltd

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

6 11 12

Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap.

Form: 6-F30

TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara gelding who ﬁnished midﬁeld only start in bumpers last season but much more encouragement to glean from 2 of his 3 runs in maiden/novice hurdles at around 2m during second half of last year Very much the type to do better given pedigree/ connections and respected on handicap bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

3 ROCK HURLEY (FR) (24)

Gr g Galiway - Thalie Hurley (FR)

Owner: Mr & Mrs G Calder & Mr P M Warren

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Ms Sophie Kocker

Sponsor: Tote

7 11 10

Colours: MAROON, BEIGE cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, BEIGE stars, DARK BLUE cap, BEIGE star. Form: 65-5342

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-y-o winner in France who returned to pick of his form for current yard in ﬁrst-time blinkers when second in 7-runner C&D handicap 24 days ago Eased further 2lb ahead of this and he’s worth a second look with the headgear retained. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

4 EL FABIENNE (FR) (38)

B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Silver Bell (FR)

Owner: Gentech & McLeish

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Francis Dunn

Sponsor: Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd

6 11 7

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and LIGHT BLUE check, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE diamond. Form: 405200

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a weak ﬁnisher in a trio of bumpers for Willie Mullins but has displayed some ability in mares’ novice/maiden hurdles for present stable Last month’s handicap debut effort at Hereford was disappointing, though. Cheekpieces/tongue tie go on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

5 BROCKARNO (GB) (23)

Ch g Lucarno (USA) - Brockwell Abbey

Owner: Mr David W Jagger & Mrs Belinda Clarke

Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Breeder: The Roper Family

7 11 6

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW star, striped sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 630010

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when springing a 40/1 surprise in 19.5f Doncaster novice handicap in January, getting on top ﬁnal 100 yds. Couldn’t replicate that performance when eighth of 9 in handicap at Ludlow (21.2f) 23 days ago but return to forecast quicker ground here can help Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94 Lee Edwards

6 REGAL AND ROYAL (FR) (287)

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

6 11 1

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: P/540-11 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a work-in-progress in qualifying hurdle runs and duly stepped up from low base in handicaps, landing back-to-back C&D contests during ﬁrst half of last year Returns from 9 months off with yard going well and there’s better to come this campaign. Player. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 89

Lorcan Murtagh

Charlie Todd

Theo Gillard

Ciaran Gethings

Sean Quinlan

7 GLENVANGO (IRE) (57) 6 11 1

B g Ocovango - Reseda (GER)

Owner: Bostock Dunlevy McGuinness Bradshaw

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: S. J. Murphy

Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE diamonds, BLACK sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, ORANGE star Form: 6-600

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability in qualifying hurdle runs but easy to back and never threatened when well-beaten twelfth of 16 to Brockarno in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft) 57 days ago Eased 3lb ahead of this but progress required.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

8 TOO COOL FORSHRULE (IRE) (6) 6 10 12

B g Watar (IRE) - Shrule Girl (IRE)

Owner: Myddelton Family

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr James Cosgrave

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE cross belts, SCARLET cap Form: 2-P0001

TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in novice/maiden hurdles but much improved for switch to chasing when a ready winner of 6-runner Market Rasen handicap (17.2f) 6 days ago. Appeals as one to keep on side and of interest returned to hurdling operating from same mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86

9 NOPLACETOBE (IRE) (28)

B m Kalanisi (IRE) - Deﬁnite Asset (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. E. Truscott

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Derwent Dene Farm

Sponsor: Tote

8 10 6

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BROWN braces, BROWN sleeves, LIGHT BLUE armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 44300/-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who didn’t kick on over hurdles for Michael Scudamore during 2022/23 campaign. Easy to back, offered little after 22 months off for new stable when ninth of 10 in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Chepstow (19.4f, soft) 28 days ago This ought to reveal more.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 80

10 RHODIA (IRE) (44) 9 10 3

Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Annie Greene (IRE)

Owner: Mrs L Pickard & Mr A L Holland

Trainer: Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon

Breeder: Mr Andrew McNally

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE sleeves, MAROON armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap, MAROON star. Form: 556-3F6

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but posted a solid third on the back of 8 months off at Market Rasen (20.6f) in December Fell next start but below best when sixth of 9 in handicap at Huntingdon (19.6f) 44 days ago Cheekpieces go on for the 1st time but likely vulnerable to less exposed sorts. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 4, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

The Result

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE), 10-3 Regal And Royal (FR), 7-1 Rock Hurley (FR), 8-1 Yhprum’s Law (IRE), 11-1 Speiriuil (IRE), Rhodia (IRE), 12-1 Brockarno (GB), 22-1 El Fabienne (FR), 33-1 Noplacetobe (IRE), 40-1 Glenvango (IRE)

Race Summary:

REGAL AND ROYAL was much-improved switched to handicaps when registering back-to-back C&D victories during the first half of last season and, returning from an absence with his yard continuing in grand order, he’s fancied to make his presence felt in the bid to land the hat-trick Low-mileage chase scorer Too Cool Forshrule and Rock Hurley are others to consider, with Yhprum’s Law a handicap debutant to note.

1-2-3: 1.REGAL AND ROYAL (FR) 2.TOO COOL FORSHRULE (IRE) 3.ROCK HURLEY (FR)

Toby Wynne (3)

Henry Brooke

Tabitha Worsley (3)

James Best

for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £30000

THE LADBROKES GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE)

No Horse Age st lb

1 SALSADA (IRE) (28) 8 12 0

Ch m Mukhadram - Mokaraba

Owner: Brian Ellison Racing Club

Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton

Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock

Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

Colours: BLACK and WHITE diamonds. Form: 2P1145

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back 2m4f Sedgeﬁeld handicaps at the end of last year but came in a below-par ﬁfth of 10 in 2m Newcastle handicap last time Sort to bounce back though. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126 Craig Nichol

2 SAYVA (IRE) (13) 5 11 11

Br g Harzand (IRE) - Mae’s Choice (IRE)

Owner: Lynne MacLennan & John J Murray

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

Breeder: Seana Sammon

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Colours: BLACK and ORANGE (quartered), checked sleeves, ORANGE and BLACK quartered cap Form: 013112 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive type who bagged a pair of maiden hurdles at Newcastle and Hereford before posting a very good second of 11 on his handicap debut at Carlisle (2m3f) 13 days ago Can go well again nudged up 1lb

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 123

3 HARPER VALLEY (IRE) (48)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Queen of Cool (IRE)

Owner: Mr E. A. Brook

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld

Breeder: Mrs Claire Doyle

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

8 11 8

Colours: RED, WHITE spots, WHITE sleeves, RED seams, RED and WHITE striped cap.

Form: 532331

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who resumed winning ways in 10-runner handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f, good to soft) 48 days ago Usual visor replaces cheekpieces and he’s well in the mix despite a 5lb weights rise

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

4 ASHINGTON (GB) (8) 10 11 7

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Kadoma

Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Springﬁeld Farm Partnership

Sponsor: Titan Resource Management

Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars. Form: 610061 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in September and reﬁtted with cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time since when bagging 9-runner handicap hurdle at Doncaster (20.8f, good) 8 days ago Needs considering with headgear again sported.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119

5 I AM MAX (IRE) (63)

Ch g Vendangeur (IRE) - Betty Scott

Owner: Mr M. Scott

Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

Breeder: Crossogue Stud & M. Scott

Sponsor: Sandy Thomson

7 11 6

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE spots and sleeves, hooped cap Form: 11-3F22

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the up since reverted to hurdles and he posted a very good second of 11 in handicap at Haydock (21.2f, soft) 63 days ago Up 5lb but he’s a likely player with few miles still on the clock. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/1/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.

Ryan Mania

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 118

6 IMPERIAL DATA (IRE) (13)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Rindoon’s Sister (IRE)

Owner: Mr E. A. Brook

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld

Breeder: Joe & Mel Power

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

8 11 6

Colours: RED, WHITE spots, WHITE sleeves, RED seams, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 512400 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who has been brought along steadily after 8 months off, not knocked about when seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19.3f, good to soft) 13 days ago Not without interest. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/3/2025 it was reported that the horse had a respiratory issue.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118 Ross Chapman

7 RAFFERTY’S RETURN (GB) (13)

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Duchess Theatre (IRE)

Owner: Mr G W Bell

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld

Breeder: Mr P. L. Barrett

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

10 11 5

Colours: BLACK and WHITE stripes, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 5-F0606 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a pair of handicap hurdles in early 2024 but yet to ﬁre this season, sixth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19f) 13 days ago Needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

Benjamin Macey (7)

Nathan Moscrop

Mr Paddy Barlow (7)

Jamie Hamilton

8 NORDIC TIGER (FR) (36)

B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Tigresse Rose (FR)

Owner: OLBG Racing Club

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: L. de Premont, G. de Premont & T. Van De

Sponsor: OLBG

6 11 3

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE chevrons, armlets and cap Form: 21-4000

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times last season and resumed with a good fourth at Doncaster (19.4f) in November Below par since though so others appeal more despite an easing mark.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

9 FOSTER’S FORTUNE (GB) (40)

B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Mrs Eff

Owner: Chasing The Dream

Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham

Breeder: T. C. Dawson

Sponsor: www.chrisgrantracing.com

6 11 3

Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE hoop, hooped sleeves and star on cap. Form: 232123

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Sedgeﬁeld in December and has continued in good nick, third of 9 to Achnamara in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good to soft) last time Can’t be ruled out. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

10 ACHNAMARA (GB) (40)

B g Kodiac - Albamara

Owner: RedHotGardogs

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Breeder: Miss K. Rausing

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

6 10 13

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK check, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap Form: 62P101

TIMEFORM VIEW On the up and made it two wins from his last three starts in 9-runner handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good to soft) 40 days ago Ought to be thereabouts despite having a 6lb higher mark to overcome now.

BALLYFORT

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

(IRE) (15) 7 10 11

B g Fame And Glory - Mardale (IRE)

Owner: Matterson, Maclay and Warre

Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

Breeder: Frank Motherway

Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

Colours: PINK, DARK BLUE cap. Form: 0FU241

TIMEFORM VIEW Advanced his form on the back of wind surgery when going in for the ﬁrst time in 10-runner handicap hurdle at Ayr (16f, heavy) 15 days ago Hiked up 9lb but scored comfortably there so not taken lightly back up in trip

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

12 SINGAPORE TRIP (FR) (13)

B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR)

Owner: Mr Andrew Phillips

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

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

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

7 10 11

Colours: DARK GREEN and RED diamonds, DARK GREEN and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, DARK GREEN and WHITE quartered cap Form: 3-15055

TIMEFORM VIEW French recruit who opened his account on British soil at Perth (20f) last May. Took a step back in the right direction when ﬁfth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19f) 13 days ago Can make his presence felt off a 2lb lower mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

13 RIDIN SOLO (IRE) (45)

Br g Ocovango - Takemewithyou

Owner: The Red Sash Racing Club

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Miss S. J. Sandes

Sponsor: Nick Brown Racing Clubs

7 10 7

Colours: BLACK, RED sash, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 5-33351

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for his consistency when opening his account in 11-runner maiden at Sedgeﬁeld (19.8f, soft) last month. Holds solid claims back in handicap company. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

14

THE JEWELLER’S PET (IRE) (26) 6 10 5

Ch g Libertarian - Westies Pet (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ronnie Lilley

Trainer: Ian Duncan, Coylton

Breeder: Mr Michael Rafter

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: 560311

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage type who is on the up since sent handicapping, scoring twice at Ayr last month. Up another 7lb but he remains one to consider in his hat-trick bid. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

15 GALAHAD

THREEPWOOD (GB) (19)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Tesary

Owner: RHS Ltd

Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Breeder: Peter Winkworth

Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

8 10 5

Colours: BLACK and ROYAL BLUE stripes, BLACK sleeves and cap Form: 060-343

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since early 2023 but he comes here in good form, reﬁtted with a hood when third of 7 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f, good) 19 days ago Possibilities.

RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

Alice Stevens (3)

Danny McMenamin

Conor Rabbitt (3)

Bruce Lynn

Brian Hughes

Charlie Maggs (5)

Alan Doyle (3)

16 STARLYTE (IRE) (113) 8

B m Sir Percy - Virevolle (FR)

Owner: Mr Allan A. Grant

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Ringfort Stud

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

10 4

Colours: PURPLE, LIGHT GREEN cross belts and sleeves, PURPLE cap, WHITE star Form: PP2115 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated in recent starts and bagged back-to-back handicaps over C&D and at Newcastle in November Posted another good effort when ﬁfth at Musselburgh (2m4f) last time and can make her presence felt after a break. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Hood worn by No 15. Visor worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 8, 12, 16. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 16.

The Result

Betting Forecast:

7-1 Ballyfort (IRE), 15-2 I Am Max (IRE), 10-1 Ashington (GB), Achnamara (GB), 12-1 Sayva (IRE), 14-1 Salsada (IRE), Harper Valley (IRE), Nordic Tiger (FR), Foster’s Fortune (GB), 16-1 Ridin Solo (IRE), 18-1 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE), 25-1 Starlyte (IRE), 33-1 Imperial Data (IRE), Singapore Trip (FR), Galahad Threepwood (GB), 50-1 Rafferty’s Return (GB)

Race Summary:

This is wide open but the vote goes to Sandy Thomson’s low-mileage I AM MAX, who took a step forward when runner-up at Haydock last time and can continue his progress after another break here. Sayva is another improving sort and he heads the list of dangers, although Ballyfort, Achnamara, Ridin Solo and The Jeweller’s Pet also need factoring into this competitive handicap 1-2-3:

1.I AM MAX (IRE) 2.SAYVA (IRE) 3.BALLYFORT (IRE)

BETTING WITH THE

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Patrick Wadge

THE BETVICTOR HOME OF THE SATURDAY SUPERBOOST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 MATTERHORN (FR) (140)

B g Martaline - Sacarine (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mme Henri Devin

Sponsor: Morson Group

7 12 0

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoops, armlets and cap Form: 1111P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Won his ﬁrst 4 starts in handicap chases this season but made a bad early error when pulled up at Newton Abbot in August and reportedly bled when well held at Ascot in November Off since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 145

2 SAINT SEGAL (FR) (21)

7 11 8

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE))

Owner: Culverhill Racing Club V

Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant et al

Sponsor: Culverhill Farm Racing

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK Cross of Lorraine. Form: 405123 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in December and backed it up with 2 good placed efforts, including in the Greatwood Gold Cup here 3 weeks ago. Can go well again.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 139

3 IMAGINE (FR) (36)

7 11 8

B g Montmartre (FR) - Ofurie (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR))

Owner: Barratt Racing

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: Xavier Leredde & Daniel Desforges

Sponsor: OLBG

Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves and cap Form: 114-P53

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked an exciting chase prospect when successful at Fairyhouse and Punchestown (Grade 2) in November 2023. Subsequently sold out of Gordon Elliott’s yard for 320,000 euros but has struggled all 3 starts for this yard this season Tongue strap/headgear now given a whirl. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA

4 NUMITOR (GB) (64)

Gr g Schiaparelli (GER) - Just Popsy (Turgeon (USA))

Owner: Mr Paul G. Jacobs and Wetumpka Racing

Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage Breeder: Mr & Mrs James Main

Sponsor: Tote

11 11 7

Colours: DARK GREEN, BLACK chevron, WHITE cap Form: 16-P11P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced healthy strike rate over fences at Wincanton on return and as good as ever when defying a 3lb rise at Cheltenham. Turned in a rare poor effort at Market Rasen last time, however, and looks vulnerable back in open company (last 3 wins have come in veteran events). STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/1/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the fast pace. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 138

5 THEATRE MAN (IRE) (102)

9 11 1

B g Ocovango - Theatre Bird (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))

Owner: Burkes & Syders

Trainer: Richard Bandey, Kingsclere Breeder: Thomas Merrigan

Colours: MAROON, BLACK hoop, diabolo on sleeves, hooped cap Form: 32F0-44 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winning hurdler who bettered that form in defeat over fences last term, notably second at Cheltenham in January. Well held both starts this season but could bounce back returning from a break (has had breathing operation).

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 132

6 REAL STONE (GB) (21)

B g Arvico (FR) - Stoney Path (Petoski)

Owner: Mrs S. C. Welch

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

10 10 13

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED cross belts, striped sleeves, RED cap Form: 42F-P14 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record switched to fences last season but left reappearance behind when making all at Wetherby, unchallenged. However, only fourth at Kelso next time and Harry Skelton seemingly prefers Riskintheground. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130 Kielan Woods

7 BHALOO (IRE) (28)

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Feldaline (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Dash Grange Stud

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Susannah Berry

7 10 13

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE chevron. Form: 1-21PPP

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice hurdle winner last season and made successful start over fences in 4-runner handicap at Ascot (19f, good) in November However, pulled up next 3 starts so plenty to prove at present. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130 Nico de Boinville

Harry Cobden

David Noonan

James Bowen

Harry Bannister

8 SCARFACE (IRE) (21)

B g Milan - Consider Her Lucky (GER) (Silvano (GER))

Owner: Kevan Leggett, Susan & John Waterworth

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Mrs Lisa Doran

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

8 10 12

Colours: BLACK, MAROON hoop and armlets. Form: 542240 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Some good efforts in defeat this season but let down by jumping when well held in Greatwood Gold Cup over C&D 3 weeks ago Needs to bounce back.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 129

9 RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE) (20)

8 10 11

B g Presenting - The Folkes Choice (King’s Theatre (IRE))

Owner: 3 Sons

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Fergal Duncan & Loman Duncan

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

Colours: MAROON and WHITE diabolo, MAROON sleeves, WHITE armlets and diamond on cap. Form: 335444 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Big improver with 4 handicap wins in the ﬁrst half of the season More recent efforts suggest he’s gone off the boil but wasn’t knocked about at Huntingdon latest and is now just 1lb above last successful mark.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 128

10 BLACK GERRY (IRE) (28)

B g Westerner - Triptoshan (IRE) (Anshan)

Owner: Mrs M. Devine

Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham

Breeder: Cathal Ennis

Sponsor: KM Elite Products Ltd

10 10 6

Colours: DARK GREEN and LIGHT GREEN diabolo, quartered cap Form: F20-63P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 4 of his starts (at up to 19.8f) when completing during 2022/23 but has mostly struggled since, running poorly back in a handicap at Kempton 4 weeks ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 123

11 BOB BOB RICARD (IRE) (20) 7

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Russian Memories (FR) (Slickly (FR))

Owner: Mr Paul Downing

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

Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

10 5

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PINK hoops, WHITE sleeves, PINK cap. Form: 1250P1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for the switch to fences last summer, landing good-ground handicap chases at Ffos Las (16f) and Worcester (20f). Back to form after a break when resuming winning ways in 3-runner handicap at Doncaster 3 weeks ago but will ﬁnd this more demanding.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Blinkers worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2024: HELTENHAM (FR) 7 11 1 Harry Skelton EVENS (Dan Skelton) 6 ran

Betting Forecast:

11-2 Saint Segal (FR), Bob Bob Ricard (IRE), 13-2 Theatre Man (IRE), 8-1 Scarface (IRE), 12-1 Matterhorn (FR), Imagine (FR), Riskintheground (IRE), 14-1 Real Stone (GB), Bhaloo (IRE), 16-1 Numitor (GB), 22-1 Black Gerry (IRE)

Race Summary:

RISKINTHEGROUND hasn’t made much of an impact of late but he hinted at a return to form at Huntingdon 3 weeks ago so could be worth chancing now just 1lb above his last winning mark. The in-form Saint Segal is a solid alternative, withTheatre Man another to keep an eye on back from a break (has had breathing operation). 1-2-3:

1.RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE) 2.SAINT SEGAL (FR) 3.THEATRE MAN (IRE)

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Brendan Powell

Harry Skelton

Tom Cannon

Richie McLernon

THIRD

RACE 2.52

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

THE EXCEL SIGNS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 1F 77Y

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 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £48 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £39 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 20th. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Excel Signs have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 will be given to the stable employee in charge of the Best Turned Out horse in this race 15 entries, 1 at £9 and 14 at £48. - Closed March 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

1 BOSTON JOE (IRE) (44) 9 12 0

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

Owner: Miss Rebecca Curtis

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: T. Horgan

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, RED cap Form: 1P012P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has won a pair of 2m handicap chases at Ffos Las this season but ran badly over hurdles there 3 months on from an encouraging display at Chepstow under this rider, consistency seemingly a major struggle of his these days Back over fences under Callum Pritchard. Not dismissed. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104

2 SOVEREIGN STAR (IRE) (33)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Sovereign Lass (IRE)

Owner: Old Gold Racing & Tim Cottier

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Kevin Neville

Sponsor: Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing

7 11 12

Colours: OLD GOLD, WHITE chevron, WHITE cap Form: P/2/65-05

TIMEFORM VIEW From points and looks to have been brought along with handicaps in mind, his return from a 10-month absence (also had a breathing operation) in 17f Carlisle novice hurdle certainly not devoid of promise Quickly switched to fences for handicap debut with tongue tie ﬁtted. One to note. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

3 LIMETREE BOY (IRE) (91)

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

9 11 10

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check cap. Form: 34-3200

TIMEFORM VIEW Not so good in 2 runs since his C&D second in May and back from another 3 months away Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

4 AS TEARS GO BY (GB) (40)

B g Vadamos (FR) - Our Girl Salley (IRE)

Owner: Mark E Smith and David Lestrange

Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Breeder: Mr Rowland Crellin

Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

7 11 9

Colours: WHITE, RED cross belts and sleeves. Form: 006233 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times over hurdles for Gordon Elliott. Below that form for a while, stopping the slide to an extent in handicap chases of late, albeit yet to get any closer than 14 lengths to winning for current connections. Tongue tie goes on and he’s fallen again in the weights. Watch the betting. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

5 NEIGH BOTHA (IRE) (109) 8 11 7

B g Doyen (IRE) - Holmshill Gill (IRE)

Owner: That’s Fine Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Joseph Neville

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN star, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, BLACK stars, PURPLE cap, EMERALD GREEN star. Form: P3431P BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2m novice handicap hurdle at Southwell in November but typically let down by his jumping back over fences there the following week and off since. Others preferred. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/12/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped badly left-handed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

6 STICK WITH ME SAM (FR) (50) 6 10 11

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Wendy du Berlais (FR)

Owner: Mr & Mrs JW Dale & Mr & Mrs JDJ Copas

Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

Breeder: Mr John Lightfoot

Sponsor: JMC Surfacing Contractors

Colours: DARK BLUE, MAROON hoops and armlets. Form: 6-04622

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start over fences ﬁtted with tongue tie, second in a good 2m Warwick handicap and again at Catterick last time, let down by some sloppy errors. Capable of winning a race like this if brushing up his jumping and Sean Bowen rides for the ﬁrst time Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 87

Callum Pritchard (5)

Theo Gillard

Jack Hogan (3)

Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7)

Henry Brooke

Sean Bowen

7 ORBYS RIVER (IRE) (37) 7 10 6

B m Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Give Us A Look (IRE)

Owner: Church Farm Racing

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: William Codd

Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK hoops, YELLOW sleeves and cap Form: 2-6P120

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored in ﬁne style from the front in 2m handicap chase at Ayr in January Good second next time, before making bad mistake 3 out and well beaten in well-run contest at Leicester last month. She can bounce back.

8 CHATEAU DU LYS (GB) (41) 6 10 3

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Fine Lily

Owner: Allen & Monica Powley

Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

Breeder: Allen & Monica Powley

Sponsor: JMC Surfacing Contractors

Colours: RED, BLACK chevrons, RED cap Form: 2000

TIMEFORM VIEW No form in novice hurdles and quickly switches to fences for handicap debut (was runner-up in a point).

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8

RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast:

10-3 Stick With Me Sam (FR), 5-1 Boston Joe (IRE), 11-2 Orbys River (IRE), 6-1 Neigh Botha (IRE), 13-2 As Tears Go By (GB), 7-1 Sovereign Star (IRE), 25-1 Limetree Boy (IRE), Chateau du Lys (GB)

Race Summary:

Quite a few of these are interesting and STICK WITH ME SAM gets the vote to go one place better than on his last 2 outings in the hope he can cut out the mistakes with Sean Bowen up for the first time. Boston Joe is certainly capable of a big run if in the mood, while Sovereign Star could do better now chasing and the well-handicapped As Tears Go By would be appealing if the betting spoke in his favour 1-2-3:

Toby Wynne (3)

Freddie Mitchell (5)

3.15

and mares Total prize fund £55000 THE BETVICTOR BRITISH EBF “NATIONAL HUNT” MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (A LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE)(CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE) No Horse

1 JASMINE BLISS

(GB) (19) 6 11 12

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Burton Ash (Diktat)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Jasmine B

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: Mrs Caroline George

Sponsor: Olive Print & Graphics

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap. Form: 11-2411 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who was successful twice in bumpers last season and has repeated the feat over hurdles with wins in maiden at Ludlow (21f, soft) and novice at Southwell (20.5f, good) in recent weeks. While it’s hard to argue an opening mark of 125 looks generous she surely has more to offer Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 125

2 ROCKSTOWN GIRL

(IRE) (102) 7 11 8

Ch m Iffraaj - Miss Marina Bay (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Rockstown Girl Syndicate

Trainer: A. McCann, Ireland

Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock

Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stars and sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE striped cap Form: 1431F0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler, winning 2m maiden at Tipperary and 19.5f novice at Chepstow in the ﬁrst half of the season. Stiff task and ran to form when 14 lengths seventh in Punchestown listed novice when last seen in December Makes handicap debut after break.

3 SCARLET O’TARA (GB) (97)

B m Kayf Tara - Run Ructions Run (IRE) (Westerner)

Owner: Upton House Stud & Chris Stedman

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Breeder: Laura Newland & Caroline Stedman

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

7 11 6

Colours: ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 3-1211P

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to her maiden/novice wins in the ﬁrst half of the season when landing a 3m Ascot handicap in November Ran poorly (found to have bled) in a Carlisle handicap in December and off since. Others are more obvious, STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 119

4 LA PINSONNIERE (FR) (19)

5 11 5

B m Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Ria Menina (FR) (Air Eminem (IRE))

Owner: Dash Grange Stud

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Baudron (S), Ecurie La Pinsonniere

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE chevron. Form: 362-212

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form in France and struck at the second time of asking for Nicky Henderson in 2m Huntingdon maiden in January Jasmine Bliss was 11 lengths too strong for her at Southwell since but she’s the mount of Nico de Boinville from the yard’s trio Cheekpieces are added for handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

5 SUNSET MARQUESA (IRE) (44)

6 11 4

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Be My Sunset (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))

Owner: The Wychwood Partnership

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Mr I. McGrath

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Colours: BLACK, WHITE triple diamond, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE diamond. Form: 33-2161

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who gained a second hurdle success when seeing off 3 rivals in a 2m Ffos Las novice (heavy) last month. First-time tongue tie worn on that occasion retained. This is her ﬁrst outing beyond 2m. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

6 SIOG

GEAL (IRE)

(32) 6 11 3

B m Malinas (GER) - Seoighe (IRE) (Milan)

Owner: The Good Stock Syndicate

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr John Noel McGivney

Sponsor: BresBet

Colours: DARK BLUE and BROWN stripes, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap Form: 1-22142 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 Irish point winner who showed plenty in a couple of bumpers and made a successful start over hurdles when a warm order at Catterick (2m) in December

Better form in defeat twice since and her opening handicap mark looks very workable with the prospect of more to come at 2 1/2m. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 116

7 JAKANA (IRE) (19)

6 10 12

Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Golden Firth (IRE) (Flemensﬁrth (USA))

Owner: Mr C. B. Brookes

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mrs Juliet Brown

Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies

Colours: PINK, DARK BLUE hoop, DARK BLUE cap Form: 0-32115

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed maiden/novice wins around 2 1/2m in December/January Looked a bit ungainly when a below-par ﬁfth to Jasmine Bliss in Southwell novice 19 days ago and cheekpieces are reached for now handicapping for the ﬁrst time. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

Paul O’Brien

Oakley Brown (5)

Luke Scott (3)

Nico de Boinville

Brendan Powell

Jonathan Burke

Fern O’Brien (7)

CRAZIERTHANDAISY (GB) (81)

6 10 10

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Daisy de Sivola (FR) (Assessor (IRE))

Owner: Mr K. Alexander

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Kenneth Alexander

Sponsor: Unibet

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE spots, striped sleeves and spots on cap. Form: 31-221 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who was runner-up in her ﬁrst 2 hurdles before making no mistake in Warwick mares’ novice (21f, soft) on New Year’s Eve. Should have more to offer in handicaps for leading connections.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

9 BETTY’S TIARA (GB) (30) 7 10 10

B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: Mrs Emma Palmer

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Mrs Bridget Henley

Sponsor: Fitzdares

Colours: DARK BLUE, PINK chevron, DARK BLUE sleeves, PINK stars, PINK cap, DARK BLUE star Form: 02-5523 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed on Taunton handicap debut just after Christmas but has bounced back to form with placed efforts in mares’ maidens at Ludlow (second to Jasmine Bliss) and Huntingdon. Has had wind surgery.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

10 COME ON NIA (GB) (44)

6 10 8

B m Telescope (IRE) - Call Me A Star (Midnight Legend)

Owner: Mr A. V. John

Trainer: Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

Breeder: D. and Mrs Holmes

Sponsor: Andy Martin Racing

Colours: BLACK and RED diamonds, RED and BLACK diabolo on sleeves, BLACK cap, RED star. Form: 110224

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved away from the mud when winning back-to-back 2m handicaps last summer. Flopped on heavy ground at Ffos Las 6 weeks ago but these conditions should be more to her liking. Proven at this trip STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/2/2025 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

11 I AM THE MOON (GB) (19)

6 10 8

B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Midnight Tour (Midnight Legend)

Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: James and Jean Potter Ltd

Sponsor: Potter Group, Potters House

Colours: WHITE, RED braces, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star Form: 544124

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted herself well in a couple of bumpers and improved on hurdling debut effort to justify support in a Warwick novice in January Matched that form when runner-up at Uttoxeter (2m, heavy) the following month but well behind Jasmine Bliss and La Pinsonniere at Southwell since. Handicap debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 107

12 OF

COURSE

YOU CAN (GB) (94) 7 10 7

B m Yeats (IRE) - Free Thinking (Hernando (FR))

Owner: Hot to Trot Racing & Robert Waley-Cohen

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Upton Viva Stud

Sponsor: Hot To Trot Racing Ltd

Colours: MAROON, BEIGE braces, BEIGE cap. Form: 4F0132 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in a 21f Ludlow handicap in October and creditable placed efforts there on her 2 outings since. Returns from a 3-month break with her stable in form. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

13 PISMO BEACH (IRE) (30)

5 10 6

B or Br m Pour Moi (IRE) - Bobomy (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))

Owner: GMG

Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard

Breeder: G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim

Sponsor: Science Supplements

Colours: RED, WHITE braces, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 4F-6624

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability sole outing in bumpers last summer and has made steady progress in maiden/hurdles since. Appeals as one who should have more to offer now moving into handicaps. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105

14 CLOTILDA (FR) (44)

4 10 6

Gr f Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Goldﬂake (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

Owner: Mr D. G. Staddon

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Henri Devin

Sponsor: Morson Group

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, MAROON hoops and armlets. Form: 223143

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair juvenile hurdler in France who made a winning start for Paul Nicholls at Huntingdon (2m) in December Has disappointed in 2 outings since and now steps up in trip for handicap debut in a bid to get her career back on track. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117

EITHER WAY (IRE) (37)

6 10 2

Br m Diamond Boy (FR) - Madame Grove (IRE) (Shirocco (GER))

Owner: Canter Banter Racing 2

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Kk Agri Ltd

Sponsor: Unibet

Colours: DARK BLUE, ORANGE seams, striped cap Form: 2-05135

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points and stepped up on bumper efforts when making a winning hurdling debut at Uttoxeter (2m) in November Improved under a penalty when third of 7 in novice at Ludlow (21f, soft) in December but disappointed on Sandown handicap debut last month. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 101

James Bowen

Ben Jones

Jay Tidball (5)

Sam Twiston-Davies

Richie McLernon

Charlie Hammond

Harry Cobden

Adam Wedge

16 THE SECRET PEARL (IRE) (24) 6 10 2

B m Mahler - And Whatever Else (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))

Owner: The Soldiers of Fortune

Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

Sponsor: Winwood Construction UK Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stars, RED and WHITE hooped sleeves, RED cap Form: 0-3354P

TIMEFORM VIEW Matched the pick of her novice form sent handicapping when fourth of 11 at Bangor last month but reported to have made a respiratory noise when pulled up there since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/2/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 101 Harry Bannister

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 5, 12, 14, 16.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No 9.

The Result

2024: ALL THE GLORY 7 11 3 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 25-1 (Jonjo O’Neill) 17 ran

Betting Forecast:

9-2 Siog Geal (IRE), 6-1 Jasmine Bliss (GB), 11-1 La Pinsonniere (FR), 12-1 Rockstown Girl (IRE), Crazierthandaisy (GB), 14-1 Sunset Marquesa (IRE), 16-1 Of CourseYou Can (GB), Clotilda (FR), 20-1 Jakana (IRE), Pismo Beach (IRE), 22-1 Betty’sTiara (GB), 25-1 I Am The Moon (GB), 28-1 Scarlet O’Tara (GB), 33-1 Come On Nia (GB), Either Way (IRE), 50-1 The Secret Pearl (IRE)

Race Summary:

SIOG GEAL should relish the step up to 2 1/2m and can strike from what looks a favourable opening handicap mark. Pismo Beach, Crazierthandaisy and Jasmine Bliss are other newcomers to the handicap ranks who should have more to offer

1-2-3:

1.SIOG GEAL (IRE) 2.PISMO BEACH (IRE) 3.CRAZIERTHANDAISY

and

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FOURTH RACE 3.27

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8500

THE BROXTON GATES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

3M 30Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4488 to the winning horse The second to receive £2065, the third £1032, the fourth £516 and the ﬁfth £257. for ﬁve yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, March 17th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 20th. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Broxton Gates have kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £42. - Closed March 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85)

1 THE WREKIN (IRE) (35) 9 12 0

B g Shirocco (GER) - Sapphire Flame (IRE)

Owner: The Late M R Barnwell & Mrs CJ Barnwell

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Mr John Coffey

Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE epaulets and armlets, hooped cap Form: 21-44P2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at fourth attempt in 3m Market Rasen handicap in August 2023. Best effort since in ﬁrst-time visor (retained) when runner-up at Wincanton (25f, soft) last time but he didn’t look especially keen (awkward head carriage late on) and wouldn’t be sure to build on that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

2 JO LESCRIBAA (FR) (27)

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

Owner: The Shropshire Dreamers

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr & Mrs Louis Laﬁtte

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

6 11 13

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap, DARK BLUE star Form: 46-3113 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when taking 3m handicaps at Uttoxeter and Chepstow in December/January but didn’t see his race out anything like so well when bidding for the hat-trick at Hereford (25.2f, heavy) last time Looks vulnerable on the back of that display.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

3 LAZY SUNDAY (GB) (37)

B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Sari Rose (FR)

Owner: R Mitford-Slade & Lucy Johnson

Trainer: Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren

Breeder: Allan Munnis

Sponsor: Pontispool Equine Sports Centre

11 11 12

Colours: BLACK, PINK stripe, striped sleeves, PINK cap Form: 5P-3222

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since completing a chase hat-trick at the beginning of 2023 but back on-song this season, placed all 4 starts since returning to action in October Remains on a workable mark and this 11-y-o is likely to give another good account. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 103

4 RECORD HIGH (IRE) (27)

B g Mahler - Leapy Lady (IRE)

Owner: Wallace Racing

Trainer: Suzy Smith, Littlehampton

Breeder: Sean O’Reilly

Sponsor: Tote

8 11 8

Colours: WHITE and BLACK stripes, BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, RED cap Form: 5-0P321

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner in 2022 and while he didn’t show much in handful of runs over hurdles, he has gradually got his act together in this sphere, off the mark in this sphere when landing a 4-runner Fontwell handicap (3 1/4m, heavy) last month. 4lb rise fair enough and he needs considering. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 99

5 EXPRESS SURPRISE (IRE) (32)

B g Mahler - Gudnis Gracious Me (IRE)

Owner: C & C Boultbee Brooks

Trainer: Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

Sponsor: Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

6 11 7

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star Form: 0-25314 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to a tongue tie when placed on 2 of his last 3 starts in handicap hurdles and progressed further when running out a convincing winner on chase debut at Huntingdon (23.6f, heavy) in January Mistakes proved costly at Market Rasen next time but could have a say granted a clear round here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

6 TEDWIN HILLS (IRE) (59)

B g Getaway (GER) - Ashwell Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mr Scott Turner

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: William Mangan

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd

8 11 6

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, MAROON stars, MAROON sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets and stars on MAROON cap Form: 2313-P6 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in a Huntingdon handicap chase for Emma Lavelle in October 2023 but seen out just 3 times since, offering little both starts for Dr Richard Newland &

Jamie Insole following almost a year off Fair bit to prove starting out for another new yard here. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 97

David Bass

Charlie Deutsch

Micheal Nolan

Gavin Sheehan

Ned Fox (3)

Sean Bowen

7 IRON D’EX (FR) (27)

Gr g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Soiree d’Ex (FR)

Owner: Mr Graham Wilson

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee

Sponsor: Tote

7 11 4

Colours: RED, WHITE stars, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE star Form: 10443P

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start over fences at Ludlow in October and has posted some respectable efforts in defeat since. Perhaps the testing conditions were against him at Hereford last time but others make more appeal in any case. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/2/2025 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

8 ONE LAST GLANCE (GB) (50)

B g Passing Glance - Lillie Lou

Owner: Fred Camis, Ray Fielder & Mel Clarke

Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

Breeder: Ray Fielder & Fred Camis

Sponsor: JMC Surfacing Contractors

8 11 3

Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE hoop, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 3-13214

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark in handicap hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, heavy) on return in October and also opened chase account at Fakenham (21.2f, soft) on New Year’s Day, despite making mistakes. Jumping was again far from foot-perfect when fourth at Catterick since and stamina to prove now trying 3m. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

9 DUSAUTIOR (GB) (31)

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

Owner: Botticelli Racing

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Sponsor: Swansway

7 10 12

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stripe, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves, WHITE cap, BLACK diamond. Form: 533P06 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on previous promise when opening chase account off 2lb higher over C&D last spring. Solid placed efforts at Ffos Las and Carlisle earlier this season but form has dipped badly since undergoing another round of wind surgery in December. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

10 ESPERTI (IRE) (22)

B g Presenting - Elsie (IRE)

Owner: Toni & Dai

Trainer: David Rees, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Ms Helga Moore

8 10 3

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap Form: P454B1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly took advantage of a much-reduced mark when landing a Ffos Las handicap (23.8f, heavy) late last month. Remains on a good mark up 5lb but his proﬁle is hardly compelling and one or two of these are more appealing. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80

11 HIGGS (IRE) (23)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Captain Supreme (IRE)

Owner: Mr Andrew Gough

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Mrs D. Cashman

Sponsor: SJD Racing

12 10 2

Colours: RED, WHITE disc, RED sleeves, WHITE spots. Form: 2PPP04 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed something of a purple patch last May, scoring at Uttoxeter and Ffos Las, but he hasn’t show much in 4 runs since returning from a break in November 7lb ‘wrong’ at the weights. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 72 James Best

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Blinkers worn by No 11. Visor worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 8.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

Betting Forecast:

Record High (IRE), 11-2 The Wrekin (IRE), 13-2 Jo Lescribaa (FR), 7-1 Lazy Sunday (GB), 17-2 Express Surprise (IRE), 10-1 Dusautior (GB), 12-1 One Last Glance (GB), Esperti (IRE), 16-1 Iron d’Ex (FR), 22-1Tedwin Hills (IRE), 150-1 Higgs (IRE)

Race Summary:

LAZY SUNDAY earns top marks for consistency and she is taken to deservedly get her head back in front with the drying ground in her favour Next on the list is Record High, who opened his account at Fontwell and a 4lb rise for that doesn’t look harsh. The Wrekin is not short of ability but it remains to be seen if he will be able to build on his latest effort at Wincanton. 1-2-3:

Callum Pritchard (5)

Freddie Mitchell (5)

Henry Brooke

Shane Fenelon (5)

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FIFTH RACE 4.02

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £18000

THE VOYAGER CAMPER CONVERSIONS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

2M 7F 32Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9365 to the winning horse The second to receive £4305, the third £2152, the fourth £1076, the ﬁfth £538 and the sixth £268. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 20th. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Voyager Camper Conversions has kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. Also a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries at £90 - Closed March 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £7155; Second £3577; Third £1789; Fourth £895; Fifth £446; Sixth £223. (Penalty Value £9365.40) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

1 SUNSHINE DIAMOND (IRE) (170) 6 12 0

B g Notnowcato - Luas Luso (IRE)

Owner: Mrs P. Bunch

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: G & M. Williams

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN star, WHITE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN star

Form: P0-5611

TIMEFORM VIEW Struck at second time of asking over hurdles in Ireland last summer, landing a 3m Wexford maiden with ﬁrst-time cheekpieces enlisted. Followed up from the front on debut for new yard at Southwell (24.3f, good to ﬁrm) in October and this 6-y-o may well have more to offer now handicapping. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 119

2 SOLE SOLUTION (IRE) (49) 7

Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bell Storm (IRE)

Owner: Sir John Timpson

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: The Beeches & Grange Stud

Sponsor: Timpson Ltd

12 0

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and WHITE diabolo, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE diamonds. Form: 11/-6211 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful both starts in bumpers and has progressed with each of his 4 runs over hurdles, following up his Hereford novice success when gamely seeing off 7 rivals on handicap debut at Sandown (19.8f, heavy). 5lb rise fair enough and further progress is likely Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 119

3 SOLAR SYSTEM (FR) (21)

B g Pastorius (GER) - Solar Wind (FR)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Breeder: M.L. Bloodstock Ltd

6 11 13

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap Form: 312115

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t done much wrong since venturing down the handicap route, off the mark at Fontwell last spring and winner of 3 of his 6 appearances at up to 21f this season. Wasn’t disgraced at Newbury 3 weeks ago, leaving the impression that this new trip is worth exploring, but he needs to raise his game Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 118

4 LAND GENIE (GB) (61)

B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Queen of The Stage (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. C. McKeever

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mrs S. A. Noott

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

7 11 11

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE spots, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets. Form: 6-3P214 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair staying hurdler for the O’Neill stable and has progressed for the Skelton yard on the back of a wind op, scoring on second start for new handler at Warwick (3 1/4m, soft) on New Year’s Eve. Failed to improve on that when fourth at the same course next time, though, and this demands improvement. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

5 HIGH GAME ROYAL (FR) (57) 8

B g Martaline - Jouable (FR)

Owner: Mrs L. R. Lovell

Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Breeder: Xavier Leredde & Daniel Desforges

Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing

11 11

Colours: BLACK, RED inverted triangle, sleeves and cap Form: 35-2254

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who put in good shifts when going close in 23f handicaps at Exeter and Lingﬁeld on ﬁrst 2 starts of this season. However, his form has dipped the last twice and others make more appeal. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 116

6 ANDY AMO (IRE) (81) 6 11 9

B g Sageburg (IRE) - The Right Thing (IRE)

Owner: Mr David McDermott

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: Danny Doran

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE triple diamond, chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, RED diamonds. Form: 334-241 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest in bumpers but has surpassed that form switched to hurdles this season, clearly beneﬁting from the step up to 23.3f when making it third time lucky in this sphere at Uttoxeter on New Year’s Eve. More needed now handicapping but, on the upside, he’s unexposed. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 114

Sean Bowen

Charlie Deutsch

Micheal Nolan

Ciaran Gethings

Callum Pritchard (5)

Jamie Brace (5)

7 DOUBLE CLICK (IRE) (44)

Ch g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Katmai (IRE)

Owner: Foxtrot Racing Double Click

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr K. D. Cotter

Sponsor: Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

7 11 7

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 2-63512

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched second success at Ffos Las when landing a 2 1/2m heavy-ground handicap in January Ran at least as well in defeat when a clear second in a stronger race over the same C&D next time and should be in the mix, provided his stamina holds out now upped in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

8 HORSESOMEHARRY (GB) (20)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Miss Lucky Penny

Owner: Have A Go Harry Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr S. G. Adams

Sponsor: Swansway

7 11 4

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, diamonds on sleeves, striped cap Form: 6-10401

TIMEFORM VIEW Fitted with cheekpieces and a different proposition on handicap debut/ reappearance when successful at Carlisle in November Back on the up with a decisive victory at Doncaster (20.8f, good) recently but now ﬁnds himself 7lb higher in the weights and pitched into a stronger race Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

9 HOLOKEA (IRE) (18) 6

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - No Plain Jane (IRE)

Owner: Miss Jayne Brace & Mr Gwyn Brace

Trainer: Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: G. Aherne

Sponsor: Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

11 3

Colours: RED, YELLOW diamond, RED sleeves, YELLOW spots, RED cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 615P42 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point/bumper winner who made a successful hurdle debut over 3m at Southwell in October Back to that form when second of 6 in handicap at Market Rasen (23f, good) recently and each-way shout if he takes his chance.

10 THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR (GB) (31) 9 11 2

B g Dunaden (FR) - Cloudy Spirit

Owner: Mrs Norma Harris

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs Norma Harris

Sponsor: Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd

Colours: PINK, large PURPLE spots, PINK sleeves, PURPLE spots, PINK cap, PURPLE spots.

Form: 2-13664

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded second hurdles success at Worcester last summer and didn’t shape badly when third of 9 back from a break at Southwell in November However, he has failed to match that in 3 subsequent starts and stamina to prove on this ﬁrst run beyond 21f

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 7, 8.

Race Summary:

The two that appeal most are hat-trick seekers SUNSHINE DIAMOND and Sole Solution, both of whom are heading in the right direction and remain with potential The former is one of very few of these who are proven over this trip and, assuming all is well following a break, he could be the answer. Double Click arrives here in good form and will be a threat if his stamina passes the test 1-2-3: 1.SUNSHINE DIAMOND (IRE) 2.SOLE SOLUTION (IRE) 3.DOUBLE

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Will Featherstone (7)

Henry Brooke

Shane Fenelon (5)

Murray Dodd (7)

(GB),

for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

THE BANGOR-ON-DEE WREXHAM DAY ON 12TH APRIL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the ﬁfth £303. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 17th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Bangor on Dee Racecourse will award £50 to the groom of the best turned out horse as well as mementoes to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. 21 entries at £50. - Closed March 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

1 ATLANTIC LAD (GB) (60) 5

Ch g Linda’s Lad - Tavira

Owner: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mrs Jill Dennis

Sponsor: Prisma Colour Ltd

11 7

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE braces and sleeves. Form: 42322 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on a promising hurdling debut when second in 7-runner novice here in December, making the odds-on favourite work hard. Unlucky to bump into a big improver at Leicester subsequently and has obvious claims stepping up in trip.

2 JOMIG DES BOIS (FR) (33)

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Norma Jean (IRE)

Owner: Greener Day Racing

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: S.C.P Ecurie Pegase & Joelle Brillet

Sponsor: Tote

8 11 7

Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, armlets and star on cap Form: 1//0-6

TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 buy after winning point in Ireland in October 2021 but seemingly hard to train having shown just modest form in 2 hurdle starts 13 months apart. Needs this run for a handicap mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

3 KALLOW POINT (IRE) (70)

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Centre Field (IRE)

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Patrick Cashman

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

8 11 7

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 22/00/-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise in 3 runs over hurdles, including on ﬁrst start for present yard after 2 years off at Hereford in January Up in trip

4 KI WOO (FR) (33)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Calonge (FR)

Owner: Haydock Park Racing Company Limited

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Jacques Cypres, Nicolas Cypres

Sponsor: Swansway

5 11 7

Colours: BLACK, four GOLD diamonds, diamonds on sleeves. Form: 542-065

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler in France. Hasn’t reproduced that sort of form in 2 runs for present yard but it’s still early days

5 NEPTUNE HOUSE

(GB) (31) 5 11 7

Br g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Popaway

Owner: Mrs Louisa Talbot

Trainer: Laura Horsfall, Towcester

Breeder: Pauline Harkin

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: MAROON, PINK hoop and armlets, hooped cap Form: 004

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the ﬁeld in a pair of bumpers and again failed to settle on last month’s Doncaster hurdle debut.

6 RIVER RIDER (IRE) (33)

Ch g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Gaye Flora

Owner: On The Rocks

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: Mrs B. Cloney Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

- Micheal

5 11 7

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE stars, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, DARK BLUE star Form: 2-000

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on ﬁrst of 2 starts in bumpers but has made no impact either start over hurdles. Up in trip

- Charlie

Theo Gillard

William Maggs (5)

Quinlan

Toby Wynne (3)

Nolan

Deutsch

7 THICKTHORN TOM (IRE) (33)

B g Ocovango - Blume (IRE)

Owner: Kate Fisher & Sally Hall

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Sydney Bennett

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

5 11 7

Colours: MAROON, DARK GREEN cross belts, BEIGE and DARK GREEN quartered cap Form: 000

TIMEFORM VIEW In top hands but looks one for the longer term. Star Rating

8 CARRIG KATE (IRE) (21)

B m Westerner - Carrig Millie (IRE)

Owner: Mr G C Myddelton & Mr V E C Taylor

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Maurice Sheehy

Sponsor: Swansway

7 11 0

Colours: BLUE and SILVER (halved), BLUE sleeves, SCARLET cap Form: 1/4-2223

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who made the frame sole outing in bumpers and has been placed all 3 starts over hurdles, including when third in Listed event at Doncaster (24.4f) 3 weeks ago Leading claims back down in grade/trip

9 FERYL BERYL (GB) (376) 6 11 0

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Our Jess (IRE)

Owner: Knowle Racing Stables Limited

Trainer: Deborah Cole, Solihull

Breeder: Sue Vasey & Ben Brookhouse

Sponsor: Lewisham Developments Limited

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap Form: 0P/0654-

TIMEFORM VIEW Little form over hurdles to date, so easily passed over on these terms back from 12 months off Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 75

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS

9

Hood worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

2024: GRAND ALBERT (IRE) 6 11 7 Brian Hughes 5-6 (Donald McCain) 5 ran

Betting Forecast:

11-8 Carrig Kate (IRE), 7-4 Atlantic Lad (GB), 6-1 Ki Woo (FR), 14-1 Jomig des Bois (FR), 50-1 River Rider (IRE), 66-1 Thickthorn Tom (IRE), 80-1 Neptune House (GB), 100-1 Feryl Beryl (GB), 150-1 Kallow Point (IRE)

Race Summary: ATLANTIC LAD has shown enough on all 3 of his starts to date to suggest a race of this nature is within his compass and, with the emphasis likely to be on speed as opposed to stamina, it’s possible he may have too many gears for his chief rival Carrig Kate, who drops back in trip following a good third in a mares Listed event at Doncaster Ki Woo can fill the places

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Henry Brooke

Jordan Nailor

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE BANGOR-ON-DEE 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, March 17th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 20th. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Bangor-on-Dee will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 21 entries at £40. - Closed March 17th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1 BEST LIFE (IRE) (57) 7 12

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Gli Gli (IRE)

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: John McDowell

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 032-P40

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and he came in only 14th of 17 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (24.4f, good to soft) 57 days ago Still needs considering off a falling mark. Star

2 KUZCO (FR) (33) 5

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Down Under (FR)

Owner: The Nevers Racing Partnership IV

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres, Mlle Fanny Cypres

Sponsor: Swansway

12 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PINK armlets, PINK cap Form: 6-54206

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get his head in front and tried in cheekpieces when a below-form sixth of 11 in handicap chase at Carlisle (20f, good to soft) 33 days ago Reverts to hurdles with work to do. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

3 BALLYVAUGHAN BAY (IRE) (179) 8 11 13

B g Fame And Glory - Roughan Daisy (IRE)

Owner: Mr Mark E. Smith

Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Breeder: Mr Patrick McAvoy

Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

Colours: WHITE, RED cross belts and sleeves. Form: P6-6155

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a sizeable step forward when opening his account upped to 3m at Southwell last June but not in the same form when ﬁfth at Stratford and Warwick since. Returns from a six-month lay-off with a bit to prove

4 SUPERIOR GLANCE (GB) (24)

Br m Passing Glance - Qualitee

Owner: The Ed-Chester Partnership

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Miss R. J. Rowland

Sponsor: Tote

10 11 5

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, halved sleeves, RED and WHITE striped cap Form: 1///-64523

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who posted her best effort when third of 5 in handicap hurdle over C&D 24 days ago One to consider off a 2lb lower mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 91

5 IZZY’S GREY (IRE) (130) 6 11 3

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Shamble Street (IRE)

Owner: Shininmoon

Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mount Eaton Stud Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK spots, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap Form: 225-450

TIMEFORM VIEW Second on his Hereford handicap debut for Jennie Candlish in October 2023 but hasn’t managed to build on that in his 4 starts since. Others are much preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89 Lee Edwards

6 MERSEY STREET (IRE) (36) 7 11 2

B g Califet (FR) - Seeking Susan (IRE)

Owner: The Iveragh Syndicate

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

Breeder: J. H. Kidd

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW hoop, chevrons on sleeves, RED and WHITE check cap Form: 42P415 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 23f handicap hurdle at Fakenham in January and

not disgraced despite beating only one in similar event there following month. Possibilities. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88 Sean Bowen

Sean Quinlan

Ben Smith (7)

Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7)

Jack Hogan (3)

7 CHARMING GETAWAY (IRE) (23) 8 11 1

B g Getaway (GER) - Charming Leader (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Mary Davies

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: The Charming Lads Syndicate

Sponsor: Ap Precision Groundworks

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, WHITE star, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT GREEN stars, quartered cap. Form: 06/-4521

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who opened his account in 9-runner handicap hurdle at Ludlow (21.2f, soft) 23 days ago, responding well. Up 6lb but expected to be bang there with this longer trip also a positive. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 87

8 UNCERTAIN TERMS (IRE) (33) 6 10 12

B g Yeats (IRE) - Islands Sister (IRE)

Owner: Miss C. Lees-Jones

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Sean O’Brien Sponsor: Tote

Colours: RED and GREY stripes, RED sleeves and cap. Form: 424560

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who has been well beaten in a trio of maiden hurdles this year. In good hands but needs a subsequent wind op to spark major improvement now going into handicaps with tongue tie and cheekpieces added. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84

9 JUMBO VESTE VERTE (FR) (50) 6 10 5

B g Indomito (GER) - Ocara d’Airy (FR)

Owner: The Green Jackets

Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

Breeder: Mr Nicolas Deshayes

Sponsor: JMC Surfacing Contractors

Colours: DARK GREEN, EMERALD GREEN chevron, chevrons on sleeves. Form: 60-5456

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser who came in only sixth of 9 in handicap chase at Catterick (25.2f, good to soft) 50 days ago Switches to hurdles with more required. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 9.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No 8.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2024: JALISCO STAR (IRE) 6 11 9 Brian Hughes 11-1 (Laura Horsfall) 8 ran

Betting Forecast:

9-4 Charming Getaway (IRE), 9-2 Mersey Street (IRE), 13-2 Superior Glance (GB), 9-1 Best Life (IRE), 11-1 Kuzco (FR), Ballyvaughan Bay (IRE), 16-1 Uncertain Terms (IRE), 20-1 Izzy’s Grey (IRE), 25-1 Jumbo Veste Verte (FR)

Race Summary:

CHARMING GETAWAY took another step forward when getting off the mark at Ludlow last time and with this step up in trip another likely plus he gets a confident vote In-form maiden Superior Glance could emerge as the main danger with Mersey Street and Best Life worthy of consideration too.

1-2-3: 1.CHARMING GETAWAY (IRE) 2.SUPERIOR GLANCE 3.MERSEY STREET (IRE)

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Charlie Deutsch

Theo Gillard

Freddie Mitchell (5)

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STEWARDS

LOUISE MOORE (CHIEF STEWARD)

PETER HEATON (STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR)

NATHAN GREEN, SIMON KIRK

GREG PEARSON

STARTERS

WILLIAM JORDAN

SEAMUS O’NEILL

JUDGE

NICK BOSTOCK

CLERKS OF THE SCALES

MICHAEL ROBERTS

ALEX PORTER

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

JOANNA VICKERS

RACHEL BARNETT

MELANIE SWARBRICK

BETTING RING MANAGER

NEIL PATEMAN

COMMENTATOR

ALEX FUSSEY

VETERINARY OFFICER

JOHN BURGESS

13.2 Send the badges, and/or labels along with a covering letter stating the full name and address of the sender and, if different from that of sender, the full name and address of the purchaser of the badges or labels to: Refund Office, Chester Race Company Limited, The Racecourse, Chester, CH1 2LY. To be valid, requests for refunds must be received in writing within one month of the abandoned raceday. The Company shall have no responsibility or liability of any nature in respect of any refund request received after that time.

14 All persons visiting the Racecourse are admitted subject to these Regulations and to the Rules of Racing. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to/or to remove from the Racecourse, in its absolute discretion and without giving any reasons, any person failing to comply with such Rules and Regulations or whose presence is, in its absolute discretion, a source of danger or annoyance and shall have no obligation to give any reason therefore.

15 The Company shall in no circumstances be liable for any loss, damage, cost or expense or any consequential or indirect loss or damage of any kind.

PRIZE MONEY

16 The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £100,810 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 28th March 2025.

PROGRAMME AND FORM GUIDE £4.00

Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse

VETERINARY SURGEONS

KATE SUMNER (SRVS)

JOHN SPENCER

HEATHER WALLACE

MEDICAL OFFICERS

DR JOHN EDWARDS SRMO

DR JOHN MURRAY

DR TRISTAN ELKIN

DR EMILY HILL

HORSE AMBULANCE

NICK JONES

NURSE

GILLIAN WHITTAKER

FARRIER

JIM BLURTON

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

LOUISE STEWART

CLERK OF THE COURSE RORY INNES

GENERAL MANAGER

PADDY CHESTERS

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

ANDREW MALAM

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

CAT COLBECK

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.

EVACUATION PROCEDURE

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:

• Take your belongings with you;

• Under the directions of the stewards, proceed quickly and calmly to the safe area.