Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Thursday 24th April

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FAMILY FUN DAY JUNE FRI 6

SUMMER MUSIC MEET SAT 21 | LADIES DAY

2025 FIXTURES

JULY FRI 4 (EVE)

SUMMER SOCIAL NIGHT

SEPTEMBER FRI 5 THE SEPTEMBER MEETING OCTOBER MON 27 HALLOWEEN RACEDAY NOVEMBER WED 12

COUNTRYSIDE DAY SAT 29

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA RACEDAY

DECEMBER FRI 12

CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

THURSDAY 24TH APRIL 2025

Good Evening,

Welcome to Gents Evening at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse.

We have seven exciting races on the card today beginning with the Bangor-on-Dee Gents Evening Novices’ Hurdle Race Race at 5:10pm. At 6:40pm, we see the horses take to the track for the Good Luck Wrexham A.F.C Handicap Steeple Chase with a total prize pot of £15,000. The night draws to a close at 8:10pm with the Family Day Saturday 17th May Handicap Hurdle Race Div II.

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Wrexham Lager, all at Bangor-on-Dee are grateful for your continued support.

We would also like to wish Shane Brennan a very Happy 50th Birthday, thank you for choosing to celebrate with us.

We next race on the 17th May for our Family Day. We hope you’ll join us for a day of racing excitement and endless fun for the whole family. Your little racegoers will have a blast with free activities like bouncy castles, inflatable slides, colouring tents, and games.

Jonathon Turner, Chairman

Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

& TODAY’S RACING

FACILITIES AT THE RACECOURSE

Your guide to facilities around Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD

How to understand the racing pages throughout the racecard

BANGOR-ON-DEE COURSE FACTS & STATS

A look at the in-form Trainers and Jockeys racing at Bangor-on-Dee today

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

Selections for every race today

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

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

1ST RACE 5.10PM THE BANGOR-ON-DEE GENTS EVENING

NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

2ND RACE 5.40PM THE SHANE BRENNAN IS 50 HANDICAP CHASE

3RD RACE 6.10PM THE HORSE PWR NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

4TH RACE 6.40PM THE GOOD LUCK WREXHAM A.F.C

HANDICAP CHASE

5TH RACE 7.10PM THE BANGOR-ON-DEE CONGRATULATES CHAMPION

JOCKEY SEAN BOWEN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

6TH RACE 7.40PM THE FAMILY DAY SATURDAY 17TH MAY

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (DIV I)

7TH RACE 8.10PM THE FAMILY DAY SATURDAY 17TH MAY

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (DIV II)

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

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

HOW TO BET WITH A RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER

WAYS TO BET

STRAIGHT EACH WAY

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

STANDARD TERMS FOR EACH WAY BETTING

In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

· Fewer than 5 runners – all to win

5-7 runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2

· 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3

Handicaps with 12-15 runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3

· Handicaps with 16 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4

AWAY BETTING

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

BETTING WITHOUT THE FAVOURITE

At reduced odds you can back a horse and collect if it wins or runs second to the horse nominated by the bookmaker as favourite.

PLACING YOUR BET

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

COLLECTING YOUR WINNINGS

If your selection wins (or, in the case of a place bet, is placed), hand the ticket back to the bookmaker for settlement. NEVER destroy your ticket until after the “Weighed In” announcement has been made. There may still be a Stewards’ Enquiry and the first past the post, or placed horses, may be disqualified. On rare occasions even the horse coming fourth has been awarded the race You may bet with confidence with any bookmaker as they have all been approved by the Administration of Gambling on Tracks Ltd, which administers the betting rings at each of Britain’s 60 racecourses. The AGT also offers a full late pay service, in case a bookmaker leaves the course before you have collected your winnings. Late pay claims should be sent to AGT, 3A Kings Hall, Parsons Green, St Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY.

Tel: 01480 499180

In the unlikely event that no independent bookmaker turns up to service either end of the racecourse (Bangor and Overton car parks), Bangor Sport will be able to service all betting requirements. Bangor Sport will offer to either ‘take the price’ or use the SP as a means of settling any bet. We will endeavour to show all races (including all those from away courses) on screens at either end of the course. If you have any queries, please ask a member of staff for help.

READING THE RACECARD

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) 6 11 4

B g Oscar (IRE) - Lisa’s Storm (IRE)

Owner: Mr C Trembath & Mr R Hyde

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: Tom and P. Phelan

Sponsor: Chanelle

Patrick Corbett (7)

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

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

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

2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth

3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding (followed by Sire and Dam)

Br - Brown h - horse

Ch - Chesnut c - Colt

Gr - Grey f - filly

Ro - Roan m - mare

4. Horse’s name

5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

6. Number of day’s since horse last ran

7. Age of horse

8. Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds

9. Owner’s Name(s)

10 Breeder

11. Sponsor

12. Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment

13. Owner’s Colours description

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

14. Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / denotes new season

- denotes new year

C - The horse has won on this racecourse

D - The horse has won over this distance

CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance

BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run

15. A guide to the horse’s recent form and star rating. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed. HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

16. Jockey’s Name. If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

THE LEADING TRAINER & JOCKEY LEADERBOARD

COURSE FACTS & STATS

A left-handed track of approximately one mile three furlongs in circumference. There are nine relatively easy fences per circuit and a run-in of 325 yards. Three tight turns make the course somewhat sharp in nature.

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:

D MCCAIN (61 wins from 342 runners, 18%) runs PADDYS POLICY (5.10), GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (5.40), CHATSHOW HOST & JOMIG DES BOIS (6.10), MACKENBERG (6.40), BAREBACK JACK (7.10), PRESENT FAIR, JO ARENGEOT BEY AA & BELLBIRD (7.40), GUILLAUME, ROCK HURLEY & INDEPENDENT JIMMY (8.10).

O GREENALL & J GUERRIERO (25 wins from 214 runners, 12%) run JUST TELL ROBYN, KAHAVARI & STAR OF HOIHO (5.10), DAZZLELIKETHIS (6.10), GOOD WORK (6.40), CRYSTAL GLANCE (7.10), ALSHADHIAN (8.10).

FERGAL O’BRIEN (16 wins from 76 runners, 21%) runs WASPY (7.10).

O MURPHY (15 wins from 68 runners, 22%) runs CLONAKILTY (5.40).

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

1. DONALD McCAIN

2. THEO GILLARD

HORSE: GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D SKELTON (14 wins from 63 runners, 22%) runs RONNIES RULES (5.10), CHUGGY (6.10), SAIL AWAY (6.40), QUEENS WISH (7.10), MOKORO (7.40), YHPRUM’S LAW (8.10).

F O’BRIEN (8 wins from 27 runners, 30%) runners listed above.

N HENDERSON (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runs BEAR MARKET (5.10), DE TELLERS FORTUNE (6.40).

O MURPHY (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runners listed above.

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (16 wins from 84 rides, 19%) rides FRESH SPECULATION (6.10), KEL RAFFLES (7.10), IVANE (7.40), GUILLAUME (8.10). HENRY BROOKE (13 wins from 96 rides, 14%) rides KAHAVARI (5.10), DAZZLELIKETHIS (6.10), GOOD WORK (6.40), ALSHADHIAN (8.10).

TOBY WYNNE (13 wins from 66 rides, 20%) rides JUST TELL ROBYN (5.10), CRYSTAL GLANCE (7.10), LITTLE PI (7.40).

CHARLIE DEUTSCH (12 wins from 65 rides, 18%) rides TROOP SHIP (5.10), HUNTER LEGEND (5.40), EDMOND (6.10), GEORGES SAINT (6.40), COMMANDING VIEW (7.10).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

TOM CANNON (7 wins from 20 rides, 35%) rides I’M A LUMBERJACK (5.10).

GAVIN SHEEHAN (6 wins from 22 rides, 27%) rides ANOTHER PEARL (5.10), CLONAKILTY (5.40), CHAMPETRE (6.10).

PAUL O’BRIEN (5 wins from 14 rides, 36%) rides BEAR MARKET (5.10), DE TELLERS FORTUNE (6.40). ADAM WEDGE (5 wins from 17 rides, 29%) rides ANNIES GOLD (5.10), ERNE RIVER (6.40).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:

5.40 CLONAKILTY (won off 115 down 3lb to 112); STORMY FLIGHT (won off 122 down 3lb to 119);

6.40 SAINT ARVANS (won off 124 down 4lb to 120); ERNE RIVER (won off 134 down 5lb to 129); 7.40 PRESENT FAIR (won off 102 down 7lb to 95).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race:

5.40 GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (down 2 grades); 5.40 HUNTER LEGEND (down 2); 6.10 JOMIG DES BOIS (down 2 grades); 6.10 KALLOW POINT (down 2).

STABLE MOVES

5.10 KING GRIS has moved from D P Murphy to P Morris; 6.10 POUR THE WINE has moved from P Fahey to J Candlish; 7.10 WASPY has moved from D McCain to F O’Brien.

BEST SELECTIONS ON THE DAY

I’m A Lumberjack sets the standard for others to aim at with a rating of 120, but his latest third at Uttoxeter was an underwhelming effort With that in mind, RONNIES RULES gets the vote. Dan Skelton’s six-year-old justified favouritism in good style at Ffos Las last week and may have more to offer on only his fourth start over hurdles. Bear Market completes the shortlist

WIN: RONNIES RULES

DANGER: I’M A LUMBERJACK

GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES finished third in a much warmer event at Carlisle last month and the assessor may have been kind to only put him up 1lb. The nine-year-old remains unexposed over this distance and if running at a similar level, he will prove tough to stop. Hunter Legend failed to land the hat-trick when only fifth at Uttoxeter in February, but this should be easier and he has to be respected. Of the remainder, Clonakilty makes the most appeal.

WIN: GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES

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DANGER: HUNTER LEGEND

Point-to-point winner Jomig Des Bois produced a better effort to finish second over an extended 2m3f here last month and is an interesting contender on his handicap debut, taking a step up in trip. However, CHAMPETRE finished third in a stronger event at Warwick when last seen and may appreciate this slight drop in distance. The seven-year-old races off a 1lb lower rating and looks the one to beat Fresh Speculation is another to note.

WIN: CHAMPETRE

DANGER: JOMIG DES BOIS

An impressive winner on his chase debut here over shorter last month, BIG CITY ROLLER looks well worth another go over further off an 8lb higher mark. As long as the seven-year-old handles this sounder surface, he can go in again at the main expense of Konfusion, who could not have won any easier at Uttoxeter last month, for which he has been raised a hefty 12lb. An unlucky first-fence departure in the Scottish Grand National when fancied, Sail Away is a player, along with comfortable Sandown scorer Frenchy Du Large.

WIN: BIG CITY ROLLER

DANGER: KONFUSION

A determined winner on his first run after wind surgery at Taunton last time out, DANCE AND GLANCE could be well treated off a mark of 115 on his handicap debut and can follow up for in-form connections. On a hat-trick in this sphere after a comfortable success over C&D earlier this month, Fandabidozi must enter calculations along with Crystal Glance, who returned to winning ways in taking fashion at Uttoxeter last month.

WIN: DANCE AND GLANCE

DANGER: FANDABIDOZI

Two from three over C&D with a further second placed effort, REGAL AND ROYAL has been a model of consistency since going handicapping last May Jennie Candlish’s charge bumped into a progressive rival in Luminaries, who runs in the other division of this contest (8:10), when filling the runner-up spot at Newcastle last month and a 2lb rise looks fair on that evidence. The son of Doctor Dino is fancied to go one place better, although Chesh, who sports a first-time tongue-tie for this handicap bow, could provide a stern challenge. Mokoro is also noted.

WIN: REGAL AND ROYAL

DANGER: CHESH

LUMINARIES defeated Regal And Royal, who has a strong chance in the other division of this contest (7:40), at Newcastle to complete his hat-trick last time out. Despite a 9lb higher mark, Ewan Whillans’ gelding might not be done just yet Fat Harry wasn’t the most fluent at Uttoxeter recently so it was to his credit that he was able to keep on for second. A return to further should suit and he is feared, while market support for handicap debutant Alshadhian would be noteworthy

WIN: LUMINARIES

DANGER: FAT HARRY

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE BANGOR-ON-DEE GENTS EVENING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 25 entries at £40. - Closed April 18th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1 GROOVY BLUE (GB) (39)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Miss Izzy (IRE)

Owner: Dan Donoghue & Hilary Pridham

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Mr Richard Egan

Sponsor: Fitzdares

6 11 12

Colours: PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE disc, WHITE and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves, PURPLE and LIGHT BLUE hooped cap.

Form: 0-16P31

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who has got his hurdling career on track following wind surgery, capitalising on the ease in class when off the mark in 8-runner maiden at Market Rasen (20.6f) 39 days ago This rates tougher but he could yet have more to offer Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

2 I’M A LUMBERJACK (GB) (40)

B g Jack Hobbs - Decision Made (IRE)

Owner: This Time Next Year Partnership

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

6 11 12

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, RED and WHITE hooped sleeves and cap.

Form: 30-21F3

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper performer who confirmed hurdling debut promise when running out a tidy winner of 11-runner maiden at Warwick (21f, soft) in December, suited by the longer trip Fell next time but back on track when third in a Uttoxeter novice (20f) 6 weeks ago Definite claims. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120

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KAHAVARI (FR) (40)

B g Tunis (POL) - Porte d’Auteuil (FR)

Owner: Malcolm Jones and Partners

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Nicholas Cypres

Sponsor: Swansway

5 11 12

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

Form: 10F22U

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdle winner in France for N. George & A. Zetterholm. Found things tough conceding 7lb to a promising sort when runner-up on yard debut at Carlisle (17f) in February before unseating early on handicap debut at Uttoxeter since but respected in any case back in novice company. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

4 PADDYS POLICY (IRE) (35)

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Domino Dolly (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs WF Ainscough

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr Gerard Lennon

5 11 12

Colours: DARK BLUE and PINK diabolo, WHITE sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star. Form: 2-5314F BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when making second hurdles start a winning one in a Sedgefield maiden (16.8f) back in December. Struggled under a penalty here next time but shaped as if back in form and still in front when falling 2 out at first named venue 5 weeks ago Each-way possibilities. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

5 RONNIES RULES (IRE) (7)

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

Owner: Mr N Sutton and Mr Eddie Benson

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mrs Violet Pollard

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants)

6 11 12

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK stars, PINK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 111UU1

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who won all 3 starts in bumpers (fairly useful form) at Stratford last summer Unseated first 2 starts over hurdles in the autumn but made no mistake back from 6 months off when easily landing a Ffos Las maiden (15.8f) 7 days ago

Shortlisted with further progress anticipated. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

6 BEAR MARKET (IRE) (62) 6 11 5

B g Yeats (IRE) - Mrs Dempsey (IRE)

Owner: Mr G. B. Barlow

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Frank Motherway

Sponsor: Unibet

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED and ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, BLACK and RED hooped cap Form: 1-1P4 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Game winner of an Aintree bumper (17f) on Rules debut for Phil Rowley last spring. However, hasn’t looked the same form in 2 hurdle runs for new stable, arriving on the back of a wind op when fourth of 8 in a Warwick novice (19f) in February Handicaps may be more his bag. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingPaul

Ben Jones

Tom Cannon

Henry Brooke

Theo Gillard

Mr Ben Sutton (5)

O’Brien

7 KING GRIS (FR) (81)

B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Dexterite (FR)

Owner: Patrick Morris

Trainer: Patrick Morris, Prescot

Breeder: EARL Trinquet, O. Trinquet & M. Trinquet

5 11 5

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE seams, DARK BLUE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 4P3

TIMEFORM VIEW €35,000 3-y-o, Gris De Gris gelding. Dam maiden over hurdles/ fences in France. Made frame both completed starts in Irish points, third latest (Feb 2) and market can guide now hurdling for predominant Flat stable Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingHarry Reed

8 OFF TO ALABAMA (GB) (16)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Off By Heart

Owner: Mrs J. Mackie

Trainer: John Mackie, Church Broughton

Breeder: George Maher

7 11 5

Colours: GREY, RED sash, quartered cap Form: 16-064

TIMEFORM VIEW Sprung a 66/1 surprise on Wetherby bumper debut last February but well beaten next 2 starts in that sphere and not threatened in pair of hurdle starts 6 months apart. Will have handicaps as an option after this, which could well see him in a better light. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

9 TROOP SHIP (GB) (52)

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady of The Clyde

Owner: Countess Cathcart

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Robert H. Goldie

Sponsor: Ap Precision Groundworks

7 11 5

Colours: PINK and PRIMROSE (halved), sleeves reversed, PINK cap Form: 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding who was sent off at 40/1 and shaped like a longer-term project when fifth of 9 in maiden hurdle at Southwell (15.8f) 52 days ago Passed over now upped in trip

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

10 ANNIES GOLD (GB) (30)

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Black Annie (IRE)

Owner: Mr S. W. Campion

Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg

Breeder: Mr & Mrs I. Ross

Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

6 10 12

Colours: BROWN, WHITE sash, WHITE armlets and a BROWN cap Form: 0-0065

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in bumpers and similarly offered little in 2 hurdle runs at Market Rasen/Hexham last month. Low-grade handicaps will prove more suitable in due course Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Adam

11

ANOTHER PEARL (GB) (141)

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Hollies Pearl

Owner: Roy & Louise Swinburne

Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

Breeder: James and Jean Potter Ltd

Sponsor: Trygunn Limited

5 10 12

Colours: PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE star, LIGHT BLUE and PURPLE striped sleeves. Form: 6-56

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam triple bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler. Signs of ability in bumpers but will probably be brought along gradually in this sphere, with a view to handicaps. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Gavin

12 JUST TELL ROBYN (GB) (44)

B m Telescope (IRE) - Robyn de Galles (IRE)

Owner: The Perthy Partnership

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Vintner Stud

Sponsor: Swansway

5 10 12

Colours: DARK GREEN, ORANGE disc, DARK GREEN and GREY chevrons on sleeves, MAROON and DARK GREEN hooped cap.

Form: 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope mare who made an unpromising start when last of 8 in bumper at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) 44 days ago Hood goes on for hurdles debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

13 STAR OF HOIHO (IRE) (37) 6 10 12

B m Hillstar - Chosen Hoiho (IRE)

Owner: Appleton Racing

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Fintan and John Codd

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: RED and ROYAL BLUE stripes, halved sleeves, RED cap

Form: 61/P-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in Irish points but offered little starting out over hurdles when pulled up at Ludlow in October 2023. Presumably had her share of problems (off 17 months) before shaping as if better for the run when sixth in mares’ maiden at Wetherby (19.7f) 37 days ago Tongue strap on 1st time Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingCharlie

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Hood worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 13. Running for the first time since Gelding No 7.

Sean Quinlan

Charlie Deutsch

Wedge

Sheehan

Toby Wynne

Todd

The Result

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Ronnies Rules (IRE), 7-2 I’m A Lumberjack (GB), 13-2 Groovy Blue (GB), 8-1 Kahavari (FR), Paddys Policy (IRE), 12-1 Bear Market (IRE), 22-1 Another Pearl (GB), 40-1 Star of Hoiho (IRE), 50-1 King Gris (FR), Off To Alabama (GB), Just Tell Robyn (GB), 66-1 Troop Ship (GB), 100-1 Annies Gold (GB)

Race Summary:

Unbeaten in 3 starts in bumpers, RONNIES RULES banished the memory of his pair of non-completions over hurdles in the autumn when running out an easy winner of a Ffos Las maiden 7 days ago Open to further improvement, including at this longer trip, he gets the nod to follow up I’m A Lumberjack sets the form standard on his achievements during the winter and Alan King’s 6-y-o is an obvious threat. Kahavari and Paddys Policy complete the shortlist.

1-2-3: 1.RONNIES RULES (IRE) 2.I’M A LUMBERJACK 3.KAHAVARI (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free Don’t forget to bet with the Tote on the 5:25 at BEVERLEY and 5:36 at PERTH.

SECOND RACE 5.40

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

THE SHANE BRENNAN IS 50 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 4F 72Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £56 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £45 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Brennan Family have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner,trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 19 entries at £56. - Closed April 18th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)

1 GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (32) 9 12 2

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

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Comte Michel de Gigou

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap Form: 331F63 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways with a tongue tie added from 5lb lower mark at Doncaster (16.3f) in November Best effort since when third in class 2 handicap chase at Carlisle (2m) 32 days ago, a late blunder not aiding his cause Claims for all he needs to settle sufficiently back up in trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122

2 HUNTER LEGEND (FR) (75) 8 12 2

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Sience Fiction (FR)

Owner: Gaskins Family

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Herve d’Armaille

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevrons, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE quartered cap Form: 1-02115 C D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who has largely been campaigned on soft/heavy, winning pair of handicap chases at Leicester this winter Absent since finishing down the field tackling 3m for the first time at Uttoxeter in February but no forlorn hope back from a break.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

3 STORMY FLIGHT (IRE) (34)

Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Help Yourself (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ian Murray and Mr Dave Smith

Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Breeder: Mr Christy Buckley

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers

11 11 13

Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE chevrons, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, WHITE star Form: F02U46 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who is yet to score this term but did shape as if back in form when fourth of 9 in handicap chase at Taunton (23f, soft) in February Not on a going day when trailing in last of 6 at Newbury 5 weeks ago but on a workable mark if putting that behind him.

4

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 119

CLONAKILTY (IRE) (72)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Soeur Gael (IRE)

Owner: Burkes & Syders

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Philip Heskin

Sponsor: Motaclan

8 11 6

Colours: MAROON, BLACK hoop, diabolo on sleeves, hooped cap Form: 216-P43 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice during the second half of last season but has yet to scale same heights in trio of starts this time around, producing a rather laboured display following wind op/fitted with blinkers when third at Lingfield (20f, heavy) in February Cheekpieces back on.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

5 CUSTERS MISTAKE (IRE) (363)

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Nancy Spain (IRE)

Owner: Mr B. McNeill

Trainer: Ross Tumilty, Ireland

Breeder: Barronstown Stud

8 11 3

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE hoops, ORANGE sleeves, WHITE stars, check cap Form: 362P01-

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish raider who was revived all of a sudden when shedding maiden tag under Rules in 13-runner handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (23.2f) this time last year

Absent since but interesting if there’s confidence behind him in the betting returned to chasing. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

6 MALTON GROOVE (IRE) (20) 8 10 12

Br g Kayf Tara - Triptoshan (IRE)

Owner: Mr Alan E. Smith

Trainer: Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, Ireland

Breeder: Cathal Ennis

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, GREY epaulets, GREY cap, LIGHT GREEN star Form: 500032

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 NH runs but went close to bucking that trend equipped with cheekpieces when finishing a good second 16 in handicap chase at Wexford (19.5f) 3 weeks ago A repeat gives him definite claims of being involved. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104

Jockey

Theo Gillard

Charlie Deutsch

Rex Dingle

Gavin Sheehan

Mr Dara McGill (7)

P. M. O’Brien (7)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 6.

The

Result 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Malton Groove (IRE), 4-1 Grain d’Oudairies (FR), 9-2 Custers Mistake (IRE), 11-2 Hunter Legend (FR), Clonakilty (IRE), 7-1 Stormy Flight (IRE)

Race Summary:

Veteran STORMY FLIGHT needs to shrug off a lesser effort at Newbury 5 weeks ago, yet the pick of his efforts this season read well in the contest of this race and he could be worth chancing to capitalise on some leniency from the handicapper Malton Groove, who is one of 2 Irish raiders, and Grain d’Oudairies may emerge as the chief dangers

1-2-3: 1.STORMY FLIGHT (IRE) 2.MALTON GROOVE (IRE) 3.GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR)

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THIRD RACE 6.10

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE HORSE PWR NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

2M 7F 32Y

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 0-105. Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 26 entries at £36. - Closed April 18th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

No Horse Age st lb

1 FRESH SPECULATION (GB) (76) 7 12 0

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Wilde Speculation (IRE)

Owner: Mike Green & Sally Beech

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Mike Green

Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

3

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap. Form: 33-31P3 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start in handicaps, building on his Stratford reappearance third to win 10-runner event at Ffos Las (2 1/2m, heavy) in November. Pulled up at Uttoxeter next time and again below par when third in a 4-runner C&D handicap in February but he’ll be a serious player if able to get back on track. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105 Sam Twiston-Davies

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 12 0

Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, armlets and star on cap.

Form: 1//0-62

TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 buy after Irish point success in October 2021 but seemingly hard to train having made just 3 subsequent appearances under Rules. Still, he took a step forward when runner-up in 19.6f novice here last month and may raise his game another notch now upped in trip for this handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

3

SIREKOFF (IRE) (56)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - What A Breeze (IRE)

Owner: South West Rail Solutions Limited

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Peter and Ann Downes

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

6 11 12

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE star, WHITE and ORANGE check sleeves, BLACK cap, ORANGE star. Form: 210064

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in a Newton Abbot maiden hurdle last summer but hasn’t kicked on in handicaps since and he needs to get back on track.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 103

4 CHAMPETRE (IRE) (212)

B g Champs Elysees - Romantic Fashion (IRE)

Owner: The Hill Barn Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Signy, Lambourn

Breeder: Ms Kathryn Tottenham

Sponsor: Oliver Signy Racing Llp

7 11 11

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap. Form: 043423

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper performer for Harry Whittington and produced his best effort yet when finding just one too good in a 23f Worcester handicap (good) last August. Respectable third at Warwick the following month and, though absent since, he could have a part to play if raring to go following a break. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

5 GLEN ROAD (IRE) (38)

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Jill Kinsella

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

6 11 11

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap. Form: 033616

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since returning from a break, making the frame twice at Wetherby in December and off the mark when taking a 10-runner Market Rasen handicap (20.6f, good) last month. He didn’t look at all in love with the unorthodox hurdles at Southwell next time and better can be expected here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

6 TCHOUPINMINZAC (FR) (12) 8 11 11

B g Falco (USA) - Ninive (FR)

Owner: Marie’s Dream Team

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Breeder: Mr Cedric Verry

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine. Form: 0/P/2-33P

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who left low-key hurdles debut form behind when second in a Worcester maiden in May 2023. However, he hasn’t built on that in 3 runs since returning from a lengthy absence in January, pulled up on recent handicap debut here with cheekpieces enlisted. Headgear now discarded. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 102

Jockey

Theo Gillard

Jack Tudor

Gavin Sheehan

Peter Kavanagh (3)

Luke Scott (3)

7 DAZZLELIKETHIS (IRE) (46)

B m Mahler - Sister Bernadette (IRE)

Owner: Mr Malcolm B. Jones

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Daryl Deacon

Sponsor: Swansway

6 11 11

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

Form: F-2040

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start under Rules when second in an 11-runner maiden hurdle at Carlisle (2 1/2m, good to soft) in November but she hasn’t built on that in 3 subsequent starts, including on last month’s handicap bow in this headgear combination. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 102

8 CHUGGY (GB) (28)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Raitera (FR)

Owner: Simon & Lisa Hobson

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

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

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

5 11 10

Colours: DARK BLUE, ORANGE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, ORANGE stars, DARK BLUE cap, ORANGE star.

Form: P-33

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sole outing in points but is from a good family that has served this stable well and he has shown promise in 2 starts over hurdles at up to 21f. Improvement could be on the way now fast-tracked into handicap company and faced with a stiffer test Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 101

9 POUR THE WINE (IRE) (544)

B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Still Small Voice

Owner: Pipes, pots and ponies

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Breeder: John Hore

Sponsor: PRA World Ltd

9 11 6

Colours: MAROON, WHITE stripe, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars, BLACK cap, WHITE star.

Form: 603P/30-

TIMEFORM VIEW Good third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (22.8f, good to soft) in October 2023 but absent since running modestly at Galway later that month. Probably best watched on debut for new yard Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 97

10 CHATSHOW HOST (IRE) (27) 8 11 4

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Back On Stage (IRE)

Owner: T W Johnson & G Maxwell

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Miriam & Luke Murphy

Sponsor: Prisma Colour Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE braces and sleeves. Form: 62-06PP

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice between the flags in 2022 and she was runner-up a couple of times in maiden hurdles last term. However, her efforts so far this season have left much to be desired and hopes now pinned on the first-time cheekpieces doing the trick. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 95

11 KING CASEY (IRE) (58)

Gr g Kingston Hill - The Real Casey (IRE)

Owner: Mrs E. A. Verity

Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley

Breeder: Jimmy Lawler

5 10 13

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: 03-5PP

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced ex-Irish maiden hurdler who hasn’t shown much in a handful of appearances for present yard. Perhaps this step up in trip will help now handicapping but it’s easy enough to look elsewhere all the same Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 90

12 EDMOND (GB) (55)

B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Seaham Hall

Owner: Ms Sharon Kinsella

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Seasons Holidays PLC

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

6 10 10

Colours: BLACK, RED sleeves, BLACK spots. Form: 1-50004

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner for Rod Millman but hasn’t set the world alight in 5 starts over hurdles for new yard since returning from an 18-month absence in November Now tried in blinkers. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87

13 KALLOW POINT (IRE) (33)

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

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Patrick Cashman

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

8 10 10

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

Form: 22/00/-04

TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise in 3 runs over hurdles, again beaten a fair way when fourth of 6 in a maiden hurdle here (19.6f, good) last month. Conversely, he could be seen in a better light now upped in trip for this handicap debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 87

14 PROFESSOR HIGGINS (IRE) (355)

B g Milan - Windsor Higgins (IRE)

Owner: Mr Graham William Briscoe

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: John Bowes & Steven Ryder

Sponsor: Briscoe’s Dairy Ltd

6 10 2

Colours: BLACK and YELLOW diabolo, quartered cap. Form: 25005-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when placed twice in bumpers back in 2023 but it’s been woeful stuff in this sphere so far and he’s entitled to need the run following 11 months off Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 77

3

Henry Brooke

Charlie Todd

William Shanahan (5)

William Maggs (5)

Harry Bannister

Charlie Deutsch

Sean Quinlan

Jack Hogan

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Blinkers worn first time by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7.

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Chuggy (GB), 5-1 Fresh Speculation (GB), 7-1 Jomig des Bois (FR), 17-2 Champetre (IRE), 10-1 Glen Road (IRE), 12-1 Edmond (GB), 16-1 Kallow Point (IRE), 22-1 Dazzlelikethis (IRE), 25-1 Sirekoff (IRE), 28-1 Tchoupinminzac (FR), 33-1 Pour The Wine (IRE), 40-1 Chatshow Host (IRE), 50-1 Professor Higgins (IRE), 66-1 King Casey (IRE)

Race Summary:

The most interesting of these is CHUGGY, who has shown more than enough in a couple of runs over hurdles to suggest that he will be very competitive off this mark now moving up in trip and into handicap company. Fresh Speculation has proved rather disappointing both starts subsequent to his Ffos Las breakthrough success but the ability is certainly there if he puts his best foot forward, while Champetre and Glen Road are others to consider

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FOURTH RACE 6.40

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15000

THE GOOD LUCK WREXHAM A.F.C HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

3M 30Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £71 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £57 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 24 entries at £71. - Closed April 18th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

1 SAIL AWAY (FR) (12) 9 12 2

Gr g Martaline - Baraka du Berlais (FR)

Owner: Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: S.A.R.L. Phoenix Eventing

Sponsor: John Cotton (Group) Ltd

Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE hoops and armlets, hooped cap Form: F0632U D

TIMEFORM VIEW Got no further than first in Scottish National latest but had confirmed himself in good heart when a close second at Warwick (24f) previously and remains nicely treated on old form. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 132

2 FRENCHY DU LARGE (FR) (70)

Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Quadence de Sivola (FR)

Owner: Mr Andrew Wiles

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: P. Noue, B. Quennesson & J. Feddes

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

10 12 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and MAROON (halved), sleeves reversed, EMERALD GREEN and MAROON quartered cap Form: 42/2-2P1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended long losing run in 5-runner minor event chase (5/1) at Sandown (24.2f, good to soft) 70 days ago, going with enthusiasm. In a much deeper contest now, though, and others appeal more.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 130

3 ERNE RIVER (IRE) (19)

B g Califet (FR) - Lusty Beg (IRE)

Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership

Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg

Breeder: Mary Fitzpatrick and Brendan Fitzpatrick

Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

10 11 13

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE star, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves and cap Form: PU4443 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dropping down the weights and arrives on back of creditable third of 12 in handicap chase at Aintree (25f, good, 25/1) 19 days ago, going in snatches. Player if in same form here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 129

4

SOME SCOPE (GB) (33)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Rosygo (IRE)

Owner: Carl Hinchy Mark Scott and Nigel Horler

Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

Breeder: Mr W. L. Smith & Partners

Sponsor: RH Bloodstock

7 11 9

Colours: VIOLET, WHITE cap Form: P41PP5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed progress when landing the 3m Rowland Meyrick at Wetherby on Boxing Day but modest efforts in a trio of handicaps since and has something to prove now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 125

5 MACKENBERG (GER) (47)

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mountain Melody (GER)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Gestut Etzean

10 11 8

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: UP-03P5

TIMEFORM VIEW Good strike rate over jumps earlier in his career. Largely struggled in recent seasons, though, and has ran poorly the last twice, including in first-time cheekpieces at Hereford last month. Star RatingHHIII

6 TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (191)

B g Mores Wells - Akarita (IRE)

Owner: Foxtrot Racing Tiger Orchid

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Breeder: Ian Hannon

Sponsor: Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

10 11 8

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 35-1565 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced good Worcester record with a win in June. Below that level next 3 starts, however, and makes limited appeal back from 6

Jockey

Mr Sean O’Connor (7)

Ned Fox (3)

Adam

Wedge

Freddie Mitchell (3)

Luke Scott (3)

7 BIG CITY ROLLER (GB) (57)

B g Cityscape - Wise Little Girl

Owner: Old Gold Racing 17

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Mr Richard Evans

Sponsor: Merriebelle Stable LLC

7 11 7

Colours: OLD GOLD, WHITE chevron, WHITE cap Form: 41/12-1 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on second of 2 starts in points and perfect start over hurdles (fair form) when landing novice at Carlisle in October 2023. First outing since when making a successful chase debut at this course (20.3f, heavy) in February and is entitled to build on that.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 123

8 SAINT ARVANS (FR) (17)

B g Motivator - Castellina (USA)

Owner: Miss Alison P. Lee

Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton

Breeder: Deer Daniel John & M. E.

Sponsor: Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

11 11 4

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW diamond on body and cap, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets. Form: P-25433 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Now 4lb below last winning mark and performed with credit on a couple of occasions last year, notably when runner-up at Uttoxeter on the first of his 4 appearances in 2024 Back from 9 months off when third at Kelso (23.4f, good) 17 days ago and should strip fitter for that outing. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120

9 DIGBY (IRE) (11)

B g Tobougg (IRE) - Calissee (FR)

Owner: Mr Alan E. Smith

Trainer: Dermot Anthony

McLoughlin, Ireland

Breeder: Mrs P. J. Conway

10 11 2

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, GREY epaulets, GREY cap, LIGHT GREEN star Form: 000544

TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored since 2022 and arrives on back of below-par effort at Tramore (21.7f, good to soft) 11 days ago Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive.

10 GEORGES SAINT (FR) (46)

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Une Deux Trois (FR)

Owner: Mrs Robert Watson

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr A. Domenjoud & Haras de Saint Voir

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

9 11 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK stripe and sleeves. Form: 134-565

TIMEFORM VIEW Drew a blank over hurdles for current connections but upped his game sent chasing last season, scoring at Ffos Las (19.4f) and Fakenham (21.2f). However, well held since and looks best watched for time being. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 116

11 DE TELLERS FORTUNE (IRE) (37)

6 11 0

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - She’s No Pet (IRE)

Owner: Countrywide Park Homes Ltd

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Michael Whitty

Sponsor: Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges

Colours: RED and WHITE diamonds. Form: P4-11P2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who made it third time lucky over hurdles at Ffos Las in May and improved on that when scoring on handicap/chase debut at Taunton (23f) in December Back on the up when second at Wetherby (24.2f, good) latest and must enter calculations. Wears first-time cheekpieces. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 116

12 KONFUSION (GB) (26)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Tahira (GER)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Mr Carl Hinchy

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

4

7 10 13

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap Form: 0-33131 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in 2 of his 4 starts over fences, latest when taking 11-runner handicap at Uttoxeter (24f, good to soft) 26 days ago, impressively Raised 12lb since but is a must for any shortlist. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 115

13 GOOD WORK (FR) (5) 9 10 7

Gr g Network (GER) - Teskaline (FR)

Owner: The Cool Runnings Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: PINK, DARK BLUE cross belts and sleeves. Form: 321P42

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark in novice handicap chase at Uttoxeter (26.1f) in January Isn’t the most convincing with either his attitude or jumping, though, and ran below form back there in February. Placed twice since but finds himself in better comapny here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/4/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its right-fore shoe Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109 (-1) Henry Brooke

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 9, 13.

Lilly Pinchin

Charlie Price (3)

P. M. O’Brien (7)

Charlie Deutsch

Paul O’Brien

Peter Kavanagh (3)

Betting Forecast:

9-2 Big City Roller (GB), Konfusion (GB), 8-1 De Tellers Fortune (IRE), 9-1 Sail Away (FR), Erne River (IRE), 12-1 Frenchy du Large (FR), 16-1 Saint Arvans (FR), Good Work (FR), 20-1 Digby (IRE), 28-1 Georges Saint (FR), 33-1 Some Scope (GB), Mackenberg (GER), 50-1 Tiger Orchid (IRE)

Race Summary:

KONFUSION is still low mileage over fences and had his race won some way out at Uttoxeter last time He is taken to follow up Big City Roller and De Tellers Fortune rate the principal dangers 1-2-3: 1.KONFUSION 2.BIG CITY ROLLER 3.DE

FIFTH RACE 7.10

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

THE BANGOR-ON-DEE CONGRATULATES CHAMPION JOCKEY SEAN BOWEN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2M 145Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £56 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £45 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 21 entries at £56. - Closed April 18th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

1 CELTIC ART (FR) (54) 8 12 0

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

Owner: Mrs J. Carrington

Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Breeder: Mr Peter Anastasiou

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers

Colours: GREY, BLACK triple diamond and sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 3-05414

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when off the mark for the campaign in 2m Warwick handicap in February Put in his place in a higher-grade contest at Newbury next time but swiftly returns to 0-120 company and he’s not discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

2 KEL RAFFLES (FR) (54)

B g Ivanhowe (GER) - Eliane

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Simon Munir & Isaac Souede

Sponsor: The Sporting Life

5 12 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap Form: 25-1P15 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdle/chase winner in France last year but ran modestly on British/ yard debut in a Newbury handicap last month and since undergone a wind op Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 118 Sam Twiston-Davies

3 BAREBACK JACK (IRE) (61)

B g Getaway (GER) - Dubh Go Leir (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Raymond O’Driscoll

9 11 13

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 1114///-50

TIMEFORM VIEW Made excellent start to his hurdling career in 2020/21, winning novices on his first 3 starts before well-beaten in Grade 2 at Kelso in March that season. However, he now has a fair bit to prove having struggled in 2 starts since returning from a mammoth absence in January. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 117

4

DANCE AND GLANCE (GB) (30)

B g Passing Glance - Cyd Charisse

Owner: Mere Racing

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Dale Hing & Nicole Langstaff

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

5 11 11

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE epaulets, sleeves and cap Form: 0-11331

TIMEFORM VIEW Plumpton bumper winner who took a thin 2m maiden hurdle at Southwell in November Had to settle for minor honours next 2 starts but firmly back on track following a short break/wind op when landing a 16.5f Taunton novice last month and mark for this handicap debut looks reasonable. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

5 LAND OF MOON (FR) (36)

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

Owner: Mr A. W. K. Merriam

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: S.A.R.L. European B/Stock M’ment et al

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd

6 11 7

Colours: DARK BLUE, MAROON epaulets, WHITE sleeves, MAROON cap Form: 402103

TIMEFORM VIEW Aided by an uncontested lead when landing a Southwell maiden in ready fashion in December Safely held at Doncaster next time and while his latest third in a first-time tongue strap at Haydock (19f, good to firm) was better, he looks vulnerable for win purposes. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111

6 WASPY (IRE) (705) 7 11 5

B g Doyen (IRE) - Poly Kalo (IRE)

Owner: The Good Stock Syndicate

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: P. J. Fortune

Sponsor: BresBet

Colours: DARK BLUE and BROWN stripes, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap Form: 3132F/1- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who shaped well when runner-up on hurdles debut here in February 2023. Absent since landing a maiden back here in May of that year (since left Donald McCain and has undergone a wind op) and market should point the way on this handicap/yard debut. Tongue strap applied. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

No Horse Age st lb

Jockey

Bryan Carver

Theo Gillard

Rex Dingle

Harry Bannister

Jack Hogan

7 THE GRAFTER (IRE) (52)

B g Workforce - Shokalocka Baby (IRE)

Owner: Evason, Hewitt and Walsh

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: John Redmond

Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

6 11 4

Colours: ORANGE and DARK GREEN diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, ORANGE cap Form: 342222 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get his head in front but has made the frame on each of his half-a-dozen starts over hurdles, runner-up twice in December and has also found just one too good in handicaps over C&D and at Newcastle since undergoing a wind op. Solid claims. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 108

8 QUEENS WISH (IRE) (10)

B m Shantou (USA) - Tango Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mr Alan Rogers

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: The Stone Family Syndicate

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

6 11 3

Colours: RED, WHITE stripe, WHITE sleeves, RED spots. Form: 1-130 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for €140,000 after winning sole outing in Irish points and looked professional when making a winning hurdles debut at Newcastle in January However, she was turned over when odds on at Doncaster next time and again failed to justify favouritism on recent handicap bow at Warwick. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 107 (-2)

9 COMMANDING VIEW (IRE) (22) 7

B g Mount Nelson - Clogher Valley (IRE)

Owner: P & T Andrews/M & S Carroll

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Robert Kirkwood

Sponsor: AP Precision Groundworks

11 3

Colours: GREY and MAROON diamonds, GREY sleeves. Form: 02-1453 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over hurdles, latterly taking a C&D off a 2lb lower mark last spring. Little impact over fences first 2 starts of this season but more like it back in this sphere when third at Exeter this month and should make his presence felt. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

10 FANDABIDOZI (IRE) (12) 7 11 3

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Cranky Spanky (IRE)

Owner: Mr Gwyn Evans

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Angelo Robiati

Colours: RED and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves. Form: 3240-11 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at tenth attempt in this sphere when landing a Stratford handicap (18.7f, good) last spring. Failed to trouble the judge in a few runs on the Flat in recent months but resumed on an upward trajectory in this sphere when winning well over C&D recently and a 5lb rise is fair enough. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

11 CRYSTAL GLANCE (GB) (26) 5 10 13

Br m Passing Glance - Crystal Princess (IRE)

Owner: Wynnstay Wanderers II

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mrs L. V. Williamson

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: MAGENTA, SILVER hoop and armlets, quartered cap Form: 112501 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on hurdles debut promise when landing a C&D maiden last spring and made it 2 wins from 5 starts this time round when scoring in pretty decisive fashion at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft). This 7lb higher mark asks a question but she’s respected nonetheless. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 7, 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 10.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 6.

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

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast:

4-1 The Grafter (IRE), 11-2 Waspy (IRE), 6-1 Fandabidozi (IRE), 7-1 Crystal Glance (GB), 8-1 Dance And Glance (GB), 10-1 Commanding View (IRE), 12-1 Celtic Art (FR), 14-1 Queens Wish (IRE), 22-1 Land of Moon (FR), 28-1 Kel Raffles (FR), 40-1 Bareback Jack (IRE)

Jonathan England

Charlie Todd

Charlie Deutsch

Lilly Pinchin

Toby Wynne

Race Summary:

Several of these are appealing, none more so than THE GRAFTER, who has been knocking on the door pretty loudly and is taken to gain a much-deserved first success here. Waspy has been absent for the best part of two years but this very lightly-raced 7-y-o is of strong interest nonetheless now venturing down the handicap route, while Celtic Art and the hat-trick seeking Fandabidozi are live each-way contenders 1-2-3:

1.THE GRAFTER (IRE) 2.WASPY (IRE) 3.CELTIC ART (FR)

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THE FAMILY DAY SATURDAY 17TH MAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I)

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 0-100 Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 20 entries at £36. - Closed April 18th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1 RISK D’ARGENT (FR) (26) 9 12 0

Gr g My Risk (FR) - Villebruyere (FR)

Owner: Alastair Ralph Racing

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: E. Raquin & SARL poulinieres.com

Sponsor: Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 5P-356P

TIMEFORM VIEW On a good mark based on peak form and didn’t shape badly when fifth of 11 here in February Not in the same next 2 starts but could have a part to play if he puts his best foot forward. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA

2 MIDNIGHT JEWEL (GB) (163)

B g Midnight Legend - Follow The Dream

Owner: Ms G. E. Morgan

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Breeder: North Bradon Stud

Sponsor: Merriebelle Stable LLC

9 11 11

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 631400 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over fences at Fontwell in September but has offered little in 3 subsequent appearances, including back in this sphere on his penultimate start.

3 BELLBIRD (GB)

(46) 5 11 9

B or Br m Postponed (IRE) - Be Fabulous (GER)

Owner: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Godolphin

Sponsor: Prisma Colour Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE braces and sleeves. Form: 022664

TIMEFORM VIEW Ludlow novice winner last spring and runner-up 3 times in handicap company since. Not at her best in recent starts but she would have a decent chance if on-song. Yard also saddles Present Fair and Jo Arengeot Bey AA.

4 IVANE (FR) (13)

B g Network (GER) - Uvanana (FR)

Owner: A Keaveney, M Keaveney & P Butcher

Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet Sponsor: Keaveney Contractors LTD

7 11 9

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW stripe, YELLOW cap Form: 03P212 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-Irish hurdler/chaser who has made a very promising start for his new yard, idling when landing &2 1/2m Southwell on penultimate start and followed that with a fine second over fences at Ffos Las. One to consider.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95 Sam Twiston-Davies

5 PRESENT FAIR (IRE) (58)

B g Presenting - Premier Victory (IRE)

Owner: Donald McCain Racing Club

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Fergal Loman & Joseph Duncan

8 11 9

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hollow box. Form: 0-35043

TIMEFORM VIEW Dropped down to a handy mark and has finished in the money in 19.3f handicaps at Catterick the last twice. Likely to be on the premises. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

6 REGAL AND ROYAL (FR) (19)

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 9

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 40-1122 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a pair of handicaps here last summer and has resumed this season with a couple of highly creditable placed efforts. No reason to think he won’t give another good account with cheekpieces added. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 95

Sean Quinlan

Rating 100

Mr Frederick Philipson-Stow (7)

Lilly Pinchin

William Maggs (5)

Peter Kavanagh (3)

7 CHESH (IRE) (128)

Br g Getaway (GER) - Through The Lens (IRE)

Owner: Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Brucetown Farms Ltd

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

6 11 6

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, large ROYAL BLUE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE spots. Form: 6-405

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some ability on sole outing in bumpers for Chris Gordon and, though yet to trouble the judge in 3 runs over hurdles, he has the strong look of an improver now handicapping over this new trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

8 CARVED IN STONE (GB) (155)

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Bride Unbridled (IRE)

Owner: Mr Robbie Llewellyn

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: Al Asayl France

5 11 4

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE disc, WHITE and EMERALD GREEN striped sleeves, WHITE cap. Form: 5-04300

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Hugo Palmer but hasn’t yet replicated that level of form over hurdles and he now has a bit to prove

9 JO ARENGEOT BEY AA (FR) (37)6 11 3

Gr g Polarix - Totoche Bey (FR)

Owner: Mr N. Hartley

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mrs Catherine Bonneau

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE cross belts, LIGHT BLUE and MAROON diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap. Form: 303-0P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £50,000 after winning sole start in points and Rules debut effort in a Uttoxeter bumper was fairly encouraging. Disappointing over hurdles so far, pulled up tried in blinkers here when last seen in December

10 LITTLE PI (FR) (26)

B g Dunaden (FR) - Faustina Pius (IRE)

Owner: Lost In The Summer Wine

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: Mrs Gemma Green

Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

7 11 0

Colours: BLACK, large YELLOW spots, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW spots, YELLOW cap. Form: 10P-605

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of handicaps for Matt Sheppard last season before losing his form. Has failed to land a blow in 3 starts at around 2m this year and looks vulnerable Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 86

11 MOKORO (IRE) (10)

B g Ocovango - Minstrel Sally (IRE)

Owner: JustOneMore Racing

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Ita Sheridan & Frank O’Meara

Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

6 10 10

Colours: RED, LIGHT BLUE chevron, WHITE sleeves, BLACK armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap, RED stars. Form: 040663

TIMEFORM VIEW In top hands and duly left previous efforts behind when a close third in a 19f Warwick handicap (good) 10 days ago Strong claims off the same mark here. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 82 (+2)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 7, 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 9.

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

Betting Forecast:

10-3 Regal And Royal (FR), 9-2 Mokoro (IRE), 13-2 Ivane (FR), 7-1 Chesh (IRE), 8-1 Bellbird (GB), 10-1 Present Fair (IRE), 14-1 Risk d’Argent (FR), 28-1 Midnight Jewel (GB), 33-1 Carved In Stone (GB), Little Pi (FR), 40-1 Jo Arengeot Bey Aa (FR)

Rex Dingle

Charlie Price (3)

Theo Gillard

Toby Wynne

Charlie Todd

Race Summary:

REGAL AND ROYAL has bumped into unexposed types here and at Newcastle on his last two starts and is taken to go one better here. He may have most to fear from &Mokoro, who took a sizeable step forward when going down narrowly at Warwick last month. Chesh is open to improvement now handicapping and merits respect, along with Ivane 1-2-3:

1.REGAL AND ROYAL (FR) 2.MOKORO (IRE) 3.CHESH (IRE)

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Total prize fund £8000

THE FAMILY DAY SATURDAY 17TH MAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II)

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 0-100 Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 19 entries at £36. - Closed April 18th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

No Horse Age st lb

1 YHPRUM’S LAW (IRE) (33) 6 12 0

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

Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap Form: 6-F300

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely below par in 4 starts over hurdles, including on handicap debut over C&D 33 days ago. Hard to fancy. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 98

2 TRACKING TREASURE (IRE) (47)5

Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Gail Borden (IRE)

Owner: Treasure Hunters

Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Breeder: Kevin Purfield

12 0

Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE spots on sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 600333

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in a couple of bumpers in Ireland for previous connections but has shown ability over hurdles for present yard, including when good third of 11 in handicap at Hereford (19.7f, good) 47 days ago, running on. Tongue strap on first time. Respected. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

3 ROCK HURLEY (FR) (33)

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 13

Colours: MAROON, BEIGE cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, BEIGE stars, DARK BLUE cap, BEIGE star Form: 5-53424

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-y-o winner in France who returned to pick of his form for current yard when second in C&D handicap in February Posted respectable fourth here since and is likely to make his presence felt again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

4 LUMINARIES (IRE) (19)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE)

Owner: The Farming Boys

Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Breeder: Liam Gilsenan

Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

8 11 11

Colours: RED, GREY spots, BLACK sleeves, RED and GREY quartered cap Form: 000111 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Thriving for current yard and completed a course hat-trick (all 20.3f) at Newcastle (good) 19 days ago 9lb higher now but another bold bid seems assured. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 95

5 PROPER TWELVE (IRE) (38)

Br g Presenting - Ruby Reel (IRE)

Owner: Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

7 11 11

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, large ROYAL BLUE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE spots. Form: 4-42UP3

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form, in first-time cheekpieces, when third of 12 in handicap hurdle (13/2) at Fontwell (21.8f, good) 38 days ago Can race off same mark here and must enter calculations. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

6 INDEPENDENT JIMMY (GB) (90) 6 11 9

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Crystal Princess (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ian Furlong

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mrs L. V. Williamson

Sponsor: IndependentPest Control&HygieneServicesLtd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW stars, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW star Form: 0-24430

TIMEFORM VIEW Positive start in handicaps when making the frame twice at Carlisle earlier this season but turned in a lacklustre display at Doncaster when last seen in January and others are more convincing. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93

Jockey

Charlie Todd

Stan Sheppard

William Maggs (5)

Sean Quinlan

Chad Bament (7)

Theo Gillard

7 ALSHADHIAN (IRE) (135)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Alshadhia (IRE)

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

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Sponsor: Swansway

5 11 7

Colours: BLUE and SILVER (halved), BLUE sleeves, SCARLET cap Form: 000

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden at best on Flat (stays 1 3/4m) but no real impact in a trio of starts over hurdles this term, including on debut for current yard at Uttoxeter in December. Goes handicapping in this sphere with bit to prove. Tongue strap on first time Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 91

8 LILOO D’ORES (FR) (16)

B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Diagora (FR)

Owner: Le Soleil Racing

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: S.C.E.A Des Terrains D’Avilly Saint Leon

Sponsor: Msj Torr Ltd

8 11 5

Colours: WHITE and BLACK diamonds, WHITE sleeves, MAROON diamonds, WHITE cap, RED diamond. Form: 45346/-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in France but below that level over hurdles for current yard in 2022. After 2 1/2 years off, shaped as if retaining ability when second in novice handicap at Carlisle (19.3f, good) 16 days ago, though task is now to build on that. Engaged 1.48 Perth Wednesday. Star

9 FAT HARRY (GB) (26)

B g Multiplex - Linen Line

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: R. F. Broad

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

8 11 3

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap Form: 60-0F32 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Seven-race maiden who improved, back from 3 months, when third at Catterick (19.3f) last month and backed that up with creditable second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (25.8f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Step back up in trip is a major plus and he’s not taken lightly

10 GUILLAUME (IRE) (44)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Theleze (FR)

Owner: The Shinton Family 1

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mrs Sally Rowley-Williams

8 11 1

Colours: WHITE, BLACK spots, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 344204

TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored since 2023 and has been struggling over fences in recent outings. Makes limited appeal back over the smaller obstacles here. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 85

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 8, 10 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th

(See Div 1)

Henry Brooke

Jack Hogan

Peter Kavanagh (3)

RACECOURSE REGULATIONS

BETTING RING MANAGER

The Betting Ring Managers Inspection Pitch is located in the Tattersalls Enclosure, (please see racecourse map). He will be available in each enclosure to assist in any betting dispute.

GENERAL

All badges, car park labels and hospitality packages are sold subject to these terms and conditions.

FORCE MAJEURE

1 The company shall not be liable to the racegoer for any failure or omission or breach caused by an event or events beyond the control of the company such as but not limited to war, civil disturbance, order of a Government Ministry or department or public authority, fire, flood, natural catastrophe, royal demise, labour dispute, lock-out, withdrawal of labour or breakdown or interruption of services or transport (public or otherwise) or death or illness of a key person.

1.1 Upon the happening of such an event the obligations of the company and any period of time then running shall be suspended for the period of the event plus such time as may be required to resume normality.

1.2 Such an event shall not entitle the racegoer to take any steps against the company for breach or to terminate the agreement or otherwise

PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE RACEMEETING

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

3 Refunds, other than those covered by clause 2 immediately above will not be considered unless badges/labels are returned to the racecourse, not less than 7 days prior to the race meeting and successfully resold. All refunds will be subject to an administration charge of 15% of the total refund.

ONCE THE RACE MEETING HAS COMMENCED

4 The climbing of fences, stands or any other buildings is forbidden.

5 Any person failing to comply with instructions from a steward or police officer may be ejected from the Racecourse.

6 Please observe the designated no drinking areas. Alcoholic beverages must not be carried to or consumed in these areas.

7 Amateur photography is accepted but only without flash equipment.

8 Portable telephones may not be used anywhere on the Racecourse for betting purposes. Flags, banners and other articles and any behaviour such as drunkenness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting which may constitute an annoyance to spectators or distract or frighten the horses are prohibited.

9 Transfers between enclosures may be possible on the day, subject to availability.

10 Parking or setting down on the site is prohibited, other than at the official car parks.

11 Lost or stolen badges will not be replaced.

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

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

13.1 Make a note of the reference numbers of all badges and car park labels (these numbers will be found on the front of each badge or label).

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

STEWARDS

GUY UPTON (CHIEF STEWARD)

CAROLINE TELLWRIGHT (STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR)

NATHAN GREEN, MARGARET GROVES, ADRIAN SHARPE

STARTERS

LEE JONES

SEAMUS O’NEILL

JUDGE

MICHAEL ROBERTS

CLERK OF THE SCALES

ALEX PORTER

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

LISA COOK

RACHEL BARNETT

JOANNA VICKERS

BETTING RING MANAGER

MIKE OXLEY

COMMENTATOR

MARTIN HARRIS

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 £138,215 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.

VETERINARY SURGEONS

KATE SUMNER (SRVS)

JOHN SPENCER

HEATH EQUINE

MEDICAL OFFICERS

DR JOHN MURRAY SRMO

DR EMILY HILL

DR HELEN BLAKEY

HORSE AMBULANCE

NICK JONES

NURSE

CLARE DICKINSON

FARRIER

JIM BLURTON

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

LOUISE STEWART

CLERK OF THE COURSE

ROB BELLAMY

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.