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SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY DAY TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER OFFICIAL RACECARD £4.00

2026 FIXTURES NOVEMBER WEDNESDAY 11 LISTED MARES’ TROPHY DAY SATURDAY 28 THE FESTIVE MEETING DECEMBER FRIDAY 11 VIRGIN BET CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY

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A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN TUESDAY 27TH OCTOBER 2026 Good afternoon, Welcome to Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse for our Spooktacular Family Day. We have an excellent afternoon in store, with competitive racing alongside a range of Halloween-themed activities for families to enjoy. We have six races on the card today. Racing begins at 1.46pm with the Spooktacular Family Day Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle. Our feature race, the Jodie Standing’s Point-to-Point Recruits Novices’ Hurdle, follows at 2.16pm, and racing concludes at 4.16pm with the Overton Handicap Steeple Chase. In addition to racing, younger racegoers are invited to take part in The Curse of the Bangor-on-Dee Dragon Trail, which leads families around the racecourse through a series of clues and challenges. We also have a Best Creepy Costume Competition and a variety of spooky-themed crafts in the Wynnstay Restaurant. A special thank you goes to today’s sponsors, Weatherbys, Kellyhill Financial Planning and Mount Vines, for their generous support at Bangor-on-Dee. We hope you have a wonderful day with us and if you’ve enjoyed your experience, we’d love to welcome you back for one of our remaining 2026 fixtures. Our next fixture is our Listed Mares’ Trophy Day on Wednesday 11th November. Jonathon Turner, Chairman Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

CONTENTS

& TODAY’S RACING

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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

1.46PM

THE SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY DAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

2ND RACE

2.16PM

THE JODIE STANDING’S POINT-TO-POINT RECRUITS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

3RD RACE

2.46PM

THE KELLYHILL FINANCIAL PLANNING MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

4TH RACE

3.16PM

THE MOUNT VINES NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE

5TH RACE

3.46PM

THE BANGOR-ON-DEE HANDICAP CHASE

6TH RACE

4.16PM

THE OVERTON HANDICAP CHASE

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

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

Bangor Bar

Coach and Car Park

Paddock Restaurant

Annual Members

Marquee

Chalets

Silks

Secretary’s Office

Weighing Room

Parade Ring

Saddling Boxes

Pre-Parade Ring

11 12

The Maelor Bar

Wynnstay Restaurant

Wynnstay Bar

Food Court

Owners & Trainers

Press Room

First Aid

Baby Changing Facilities

Accessible Toilets

Toilets

Bangor Sport Betting Shop

Betting Kiosk

Bookmaker

Accessible Viewing Area

Racecard Point

Open Course

HOW TO BET WITH A

RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER

WAYS TO BET STRAIGHT

Win only

EACH WAY

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 1

4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) 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. D Form: 2F1-311

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 -

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

Horse’s number on saddlecloth

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

Horse’s name

Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

Number of day’s since horse last ran

Age of horse

Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds

Owner’s Name(s)

10. Breeder 11.

Sponsor

12. Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment 13. Owner’s Colours description

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

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS 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 TRAINER

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Total

Donald McCain

200

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero

100

192

Dan Skelton

130

179

Jamie Snowden

JOCKEY

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Total

Harry Skelton

120

158

Toby Wynne

104

Theo Gillard

103

Jack Tudor

THE POINTS ARE AWARDED AS FOLLOWS:

1st

10 Points

3rd

4 Points

2nd

7 Points

4th

2 Points

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COURSE FACTS & STATS

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A left-handed track of approximately one mile three furlongs in circumference. There are nine relatively easy fences per circuit and a run-in of 325 yards. Three tight turns make the course somewhat sharp in nature. TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS: D MCCAIN (69 wins from 378 runners, 18%) runs SPEED DAVIS (1.46), GODFREY BOUILLON (2.16), IAMYOUARE (2.46), THEY WANT ME (3.16), INEDIT D’AMOUR & LARISTOTE (3.46), CAHIER’S DEN (4.16). O GREENALL & J GUERRIERO (40 wins from 272 runners, 15%) runs CRYSTAL GLANCE (1.46), EMRAL BRIDGE & GET BUSY JUMPING (2.16), JOEYBOTTLES (3.16), LOCQUIREC & MASTERFIELD (3.46), DALY BOY & FINN LOUGH (4.16). D SKELTON (21 wins from 122 runners, 17%) runs MOSTLY SUNNY (1.46), HE’S A TERROR, RATTLIN HOME & JIMMY JAZZ (2.16), QUEEN MAEVE (2.46), JUST GOLDEN & TOP GUY (3.16), TWISTTHENIGHTAWAY (4.16).

BIG RACE

CONNECTIONS

1. DAN SKELTON 2. HARRY SKELTON HORSE: RATTLIN HOME

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: D SKELTON (20 wins from 81 runners, 25%) runners listed above. J SNOWDEN (6 wins from 17 runners, 35%) runs KEL DU LARGE (3.16). N & W TWISTON-DAVIES (6 wins from 22 runners, 27%) runs MR MACKAY (1.46). TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT BANGOR-ON-DEE (2021-2026) WITH RIDES: TOBY WYNNE (21 wins from 111 rides, 19%) rides GET BUSY JUMPING (2.16), MASKED DANCE (2.46), MAHLAND (3.16), MASTERFIELD (3.46), MY BOBBY’S LASS (4.16) HARRY SKELTON (18 wins from 71 rides, 25%) rides RATTLIN HOME (2.16), QUEEN MAEVE (2.46), JUST GOLDEN (3.16), TWISTTHENIGHTAWAY (4.16). THEO GILLARD (15 wins from 132 rides, 11%) rides GODFREY BOUILLON (2.16), IAMYOUARE (2.46), THEY WANT ME (3.16), LARISTOTE (3.46), CAHIER’S DEN (4.16). JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: HARRY SKELTON (15 wins from 46 rides, 33%) rides listed above. SEAN BOWEN (14 wins from 51 rides, 27%) rides DOUGLAS HYDE (3.16), SOLDIER FOR GLORY (4.16). SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 24 rides, 21%) rides SIGN AGAIN (3.16). STABLE MOVES 2.16 BACK TO SEA has moved from S Curling to T Ellis; 2.16 SITTIN ONA FORTUNE has moved from M J Scallan to P Hobbs & J White; 3.16 KEL DU LARGE has moved from Mrs J Williams to J Snowden; 4.16 LIEGE ARDENT has moved from J Delaunay to R Hobson. LONGEST TRAVELLER BABATUNDE (4.16) trained by R Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren, distance of 191 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th October.

BEST SELECTIONS

RACE 1

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

CRYSTAL GLANCE showed the beneﬁt of wind surgery when just denied at Uttoxeter and, with potentially more to come over the trip, this could be a good time to catch the Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero-trained mare. Glance of Glory was a game winner under Freddie Keighley at Fontwell and can feature off just 3lb higher, on the proviso that he copes with stepping up in distance. Aire Spray and Hard Dealt complete the shortlist.

RACE 2

WIN: CRYSTAL GLANCE

RACE 3 RACE 4

EACHWAY: HE’S A TERROR

QUEEN MAEVE was the surprise winner of a premier handicap at Sandown, but that was her handicap debut and gave a strong indication that she could be progressive in races of this nature, especially with this representing a signiﬁcant drop in class. Hornica has undergone wind surgery since her win at Stratford in April and is an appealing option on her return. Donald McCain won this in 2021 and his Iamyouare also captures the imagination after cosily winning a novice event at Southwell. WIN: QUEEN MAEVE

RACE 5

EACHWAY: GLANCE OF GLORY

RATTLIN HOME and He’s A Terror are notable contenders for Dan Skelton, with the former, a point-to-point winner, shading preference based on jockey bookings and the promise shown when second in a Kempton bumper. His stable companion is well-bred and support in the betting for the son of Walk In The Park would be dangerous to ignore. Godfrey Bouillon, Legend d’Airy and Simonsberg are others to keep an eye on. WIN: RATTLIN HOME

EACHWAY: HORNICA

The previously progressive LAUGHING JOHN had an excuse when a beaten favourite in a handicap hurdle at the Punchestown Festival back in April. The Postponed gelding is 2lb lower for this seasonal return/chasing debut and is a likely improver, but he can only receive a tentative vote because that ought to be the case for the likes of Strong Run, Just Golden and They Want Me too. WIN: LAUGHING JOHN

EACHWAY: STRONG RUN

INEDIT D’AMOUR made a really pleasing return to fences/competitive action at Uttoxeter earlier this month and is fancied to take a step forward to go one place better. Falco des Pins was progressive last season and may be able to pick up from where he left off under suitable conditions, while the four-year-old Masterﬁeld is an interesting contender on his chasing and handicap bow. WIN: INEDIT D’AMOUR

RACE 6

ON THE DAY

EACHWAY: FALCO DES PINS

LIEGE ARDENT won twice over fences when trained in France and Richard Hobson’s new recruit might be worth chancing on his UK debut. A big challenge could emerge from Bataillon, who displayed a solid level of form last term and might still have a bit more to offer. Soldier For Glory makes his handicap/chase bow from a mark of 107 and is another to keep an eye on. WIN: LIEGE ARDENT

EACHWAY: BATAILLON 11

FIRST RACE 1.46

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

THE SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY DAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2M 7F 32Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the ﬁfth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 24th, 2026, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. 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 judged to be in charge of the best turned out in the race. 15 entries at £50. - Closed October 21st, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) A No

Horse

Age

COURT CIAN (IRE) (576)

8 12 0

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Sophie Rose (IRE)

Owner: Edmunds Racing Club Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard seams, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE Breeder: Ms Mary Kennedy striped sleeves, WHITE cap. Sponsor: Oakman Group PLC, Science Supplements Form: 121312/D TIMEFORM VIEW Improved form upon joining Stuart Edmunds in 2024/25, recording his third win at Market Rasen (23f, good) in March 2025. Off since a good second of 3 at Ascot that month but the handicapper has given him a chance if he can return on his game for in-form yard. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 117

MOSTLY SUNNY (IRE) (18)

Ch g Zarak (FR) - Belle Above All

Jockey

Murray Dodd

7 11 12

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE and EMERALD GREEN halved sleeves, ORANGE cap, WHITE stars. Form: 44434-0 TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded string of in-frame ﬁnishes in stronger handicaps last summer. Presumably wasn’t 100% (jumped right) when turning in a rare modest run at Warwick a year ago and with headgear still missing, he was also well held on Chepstow reappearance 18 days ago. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/10/2026 it Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115 was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Owner: Mighty Macs Syndicate Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Mrs D. J. James

HARD DEALT (IRE) (187)

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

Harry Atkins (3)

6 11 11

Owner: Richard Johnson Racing- Hard Dealt Colours: GOLD, BLUE and GOLD Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow quartered cap. Breeder: Mr Martin Doyle Form: 220224Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles winner who ﬁnished runner-up for the fourth time in 5 starts when chasing home Kilworth at Ascot in March, pulling clear of the rest having sat close to a sound pace. Another sound effort when ending the season with a fourth-place ﬁnish at Warwick. Off 6 months. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on Elliott England (5) 23/4/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114

MR MACKAY (IRE) (582)

Ch g Mount Nelson - Soeur Gael (IRE)

7 11 9

Owner: Mr M. Stavrou Colours: WHITE, RED seams, Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham WHITE sleeves, RED stars, Breeder: Philip Heskin WHITE cap, RED star. Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited Form: 342551/TIMEFORM VIEW Upped in trip and ﬁnally doubled career tally in 4-runner handicap at Wincanton in March 2025. Off the track since but in-form yard specialises at readying types from a long absence so he’s of serious interest. Toby McCain-Mitchell (3) Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112

CRYSTAL GLANCE (GB) (42)

Br m Passing Glance - Crystal Princess (IRE)

6 11 9

Colours: MAGENTA, SILVER hoop Owner: Bell & Turner Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas and armlets, quartered cap. Breeder: Mrs L. V. Williamson Form: 53-1FP2 C Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Well prepared after 6 months off and better than ever when winning a handicap here in May (19.5f). Failed to complete next 2 starts but post breathing operation she was right back on her game when second over 23f at Uttoxeter last month. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112 Can remain competitive.

SPEED DAVIS (FR) (53)

B g Spider Flight (FR) - Trumpet Davis (FR)

8 11 9

Owner: Owners Group 117 Colours: MAUVE, BLACK chevrons Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley on sleeves, BLACK cap. Breeder: C Quellier, A Quellier & S Quellier Form: 611-563 CD Sponsor: Owners Group TIMEFORM VIEW Beat a progressive one when successful at Musselburgh in November and produced a career best to follow up over C&D in April. Couple of tame efforts followed but more like it returned to this venue when third of 5 last month. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

Ben Smith (6)

Harry Brown (10)

BUZZ ICECLEAR (IRE) (224)

Ch g Sea Moon - Victoria Says (IRE)

6 11 6

Owner: Racing to Proﬁt Syndicate & G Walford Colours: DARK GREEN, Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, Breeder: S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe DARK GREEN stars and cap. Sponsor: Cube3 Construction Form: 0/11306TIMEFORM VIEW Won ﬁrst 2 handicaps last autumn and followed that with an excellent third of 9 off a 10lb higher mark at Ascot in December. Didn’t kick on in 2 subsequent runs last season and now returns from 7 months off. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

GLANCE OF GLORY (GB) (24)

B g Passing Glance - Tea Caddy

6 11 3

Colours: WHITE and ROYAL BLUE Owner: Sapphire Racing stripes, checked sleeves and cap. Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Breeder: The Batsford Stud Form: 14F0-31 Sponsor: FBC Manby Bowdler TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o who landed back-to-back victories at Worcester last autumn. Shaped as if back in form on reappearance at Uttoxeter (had breathing operation in interim) and built on that when successful ridden positively at Fontwell 3 weeks ago. 3lb rise perfectly fair. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

AIRE SPRAY (IRE) (226)

B g Berkshire (IRE) - Getaway Franjoe (IRE)

Tom Midgley

Freddie Keighley

6 11 0

Owner: Mrs S. Smith Colours: DARK BLUE, Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley large PINK spots, PINK cap. Breeder: Mrs B. Lordan Form: 5/64215D Sponsor: Craiglands Farm TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track ﬁtted with cheekpieces last winter, runner-up at Newcastle before going one place better at Market Rasen (23f). Carried head a little awkwardly at that venue in March and off since. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

Oscar Palmer (6)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8, 9.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2025: DOCTOR KILDARE (FR) 5 11 4 Dylan Johnston 11-4 (Sam Thomas) 8 ran

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Crystal Glance (GB), 5-1 Mr Mackay (IRE), 11-2 Glance of Glory (GB), 7-1 Court Cian (IRE), 9-1 Mostly Sunny (IRE), 11-1 Hard Dealt (IRE), Buzz Iceclear (IRE), Aire Spray (IRE), 14-1 Speed Davis (FR) Race Summary: Both MR MACKAY and Court Cian return from a lengthy time off the track but they figure on a tempting mark and represent yards in excellent form. Marginal preference is for the former without the benefit of market clues. Crystal Glance looks a solid opponent. 1-2-3: 1.MR MACKAY (IRE) 2.COURT CIAN (IRE) 3.CRYSTAL GLANCE FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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Race preview from Weatherbys It is an absolute pleasure to be sponsoring the Jodie Standing’s Point-To-Point Recruits Novices’ Hurdle at Bangor-On-Dee this afternoon, and it has attracted a competitive field of 11. Dan Skelton’s Rattlin Home arrives with plenty of promise, winner of his sole point and beating Weatherbys Champion Bumper winner The Mourne Rambler in the process. He posted an encouraging runner-up finish in a Kempton bumper on racecourse debut in February under a patient ride, keeping on well, and that form was boosted with the third filling the same spot in an Aintree Grade 2. The five-year-old is an exciting prospect for an in-form stable. The stable also have Jimmy Jazz and He’s A Terror for a three-pronged challenge. The former, the mount of Charlie Todd, was well beaten on hurdles debut at Worcester but should improve for the experience. The Tristan Durrell-ridden He’s A Terror makes his racecourse debut here, a Walk In The Park four-year-old whose dam in an unraced sister to Grade 1 winner Slate House.

Rattling Home is an exciting prospect for an in-form stable. Ben Pauling’s Legend d’Airy is a half-brother to four-time winner Issar D’Airy and displayed promise when runner-up on racecourse debut in a Hereford bumper. He couldn’t WEATHERBYS RACE PREVIEW 18

quite match that form to close the campaign at Warwick but should prove more effective in this sphere now over obstacles. Affinisea gelding Back To Sea represents Tom Ellis and makes his first start under rules after winning his third start in Irish points by eight lengths at Ballingarry. Jack Andrews takes the ride aboard the five-yearold. Philip Hobbs & Johnson White are represented by Sittin Ona Fortune, his dam the winner of a Punchestown bumper. The five-year-old won at the third time of asking between the flags, scoring in a maiden at Quakerstown back in April. Stablemate On Subs will be ridden by Ellis Collier on what is the four-year-old’s third start over hurdles. Donald McCain’s Godfrey Bouillon perhaps sets the standard of those with hurdles form, having finished runner-up at Kelso on hurdles bow to one now rated 113. That was last November, however, and he does arrive here off a lengthy break. Christian Williams’ Simonsberg ran better than the beaten distance suggests when third on his hurdles debut earlier this month at Chepstow and can improve on that effort with experience and fitness now on side. Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero have two runners in the field, with Toby Wynne taking the ride aboard debutant Get Busy Jumping, a son of Postponed. Jack Tudor gets the leg up on Gentlewave gelding Emral Bridge, a four-year-old who finished fifth in a bumper here at the track in April.

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SECOND RACE 2.16

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15000

THE JODIE STANDING’S POINT-TO-POINT RECRUITS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

2M 145Y

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 novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 21st and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. Weatherbys have very kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out in the race. 28 entries at £75. - Closed October 21st, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

Horse

Age

BACK TO SEA (IRE) (157)

5 11 0

B g Affinisea (IRE) - Kayanna’s Back (IRE)

Owner: Back To Sea Racing Colours: RED and WHITE Trainer: Tom Ellis, Rugby (quartered), DARK BLUE sleeves, Breeder: John P. Cahill WHITE cap, YELLOW star. Sponsor: Castlebridge Risk Solutions Form: P-F1 TIMEFORM VIEW €45,000 5-y-o, Affinisea gelding. Dam (h121), 2 1/2m hurdle winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (winner up to 2 1/2m) Mcgruders Cross. Won last of 3 starts in points and represents up-and-coming yard. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

GET BUSY JUMPING (GB) (-)

B g Postponed (IRE) - Dragonera

Jockey

Jack Andrews

5 11 0

Owner: The Matt Hampson Foundation Racing Club Colours: RED, WHITE epaulets, Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas BLACK sleeves, WHITE cap. Breeder: Preston Lodge Stud Form: Sponsor: Matt Hampson Foundation, Dodson & Horrell Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Postponed gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including fair hurdler Dog Fox and 21f hurdle winner Special Dragon. Dam 8.6f-1 1/2m winner. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

GODFREY BOUILLON (IRE) (343)

B g Kayf Tara - Lastbutnotleast (IRE)

6 11 0

Owner: Mrs Sarah Leslie & D McCain Jnr Colours: YELLOW, Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, Breeder: Sarah Leslie & Beryl McCain ROYAL BLUE seams, PINK cap. Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds Form: 5/2TIMEFORM VIEW Ran with promise when ﬁfth of 12 in bumper at Wetherby in December 2024 and did likewise when ﬁnding only one too good sent hurdling with a tongue tie on at Kelso in November. Off since and that level almost certainly won’t suffice here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

JIMMY JAZZ (GB) (20)

B g Jack Hobbs - Storm Patrol

Toby Wynne

Theo Gillard

5 11 0

Owner: Mr James Rimmer Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE Cross Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester of Lorraine, DARK BLUE sleeves. Breeder: Suzy Smith Form: 0 Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) TIMEFORM VIEW Second foal, brother to fair hurdler First Candidate (2m winner): dam (h99) lightly-raced maiden hurdler out of smart 2 3/4m-3m hurdle winner Material World. Low-key debut at Worcester and one for the longer term. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

LEGEND D’AIRY (FR) (171)

B g Motivator - Bassika d’Airy (FR)

5 11 0

Owner: The Blue Lightening Syndicate Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE stripe, armlets and star on cap. Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton 2-3 BF Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Vallee De L’Orne Form: Sponsor: BetPro IQ Limited TIMEFORM VIEW €48,000 3-y-o, Motivator gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/useful chaser Issar d’Airy. Showed promise chasing home a useful rival who had an experience edge over him in a Hereford bumper in March. Not quite at that level 6 weeks later but he’s in good hands as he now goes hurdling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

RATTLIN HOME (IRE) (248)

B g El Salvador (IRE) - Rainbows At Dawn

Ben Jones

5 11 0

Owner: Carsberg, Rafftery & Stennett Colours: ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester GREEN disc, ORANGE sleeves, Breeder: Mr Michael Walsh BEIGE and EMERALD GREEN check cap. Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes Form: 12TIMEFORM VIEW El Salvador gelding who joined top yard after winning his sole start in Irish points a year ago. Ran to a high ﬁgure for a beaten bumper horse when second at Kempton in February and he’s a useful novice hurdles prospect. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

Charlie Todd

Harry Skelton

5 11 0

SIMONSBERG (IRE) (18)

Br g Tirwanako (FR) - Cool Bramble (IRE)

Colours: WHITE, BLACK cross belts, Owner: Sue Howell YELLOW sleeves and cap. Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend Form: 532-3 Breeder: Brenda Crean Sponsor: Dodson and Horrell TIMEFORM VIEW Tirwanako gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 3/4m) Sunshine Corner out of fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (winner up to 2 1/4m) Coolgreaney. Placed twice from 3 starts in Irish points and shaped well when third at a big price on hurdling debut at Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating Chepstow 3 weeks ago.

SITTIN ONA FORTUNE (IRE) (205) 5

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Now Let Go (IRE)

Adam Wedge

11 0

Colours: WHITE, BROWN hoops, Owner: Fortune Hunters Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead WHITE sleeves and cap. Breeder: Mrs Margaret McCrudden Dinkin Form: 3/U1Sponsor: Teresa Davis Sporting Artist TIMEFORM VIEW €19,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Dam (h101), bumper winner, half-sister to fair hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m) Tiger Trek. Successful on last of 3 starts in Irish points in April and has transferred to a successful yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

EMRAL BRIDGE (GB) (192)

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Smuglin

Sean Houlihan

4 10 13

Owner: The Untouchables Colours: PINK, LIGHT BLUE and Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas PINK hooped sleeves, WHITE cap. Breeder: R. F. Broad Form: 5Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Gentlewave gelding. Dam (c114/h111), 2m-2 3/4m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Rattlin. Debut ﬁfth in a bumper at Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating Bangor in April wasn’t devoid of promise.

HE’S A TERROR (IRE) (-)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Miss Buck’s (IRE)

Jack Tudor

4 10 13

Colours: PURPLE, Owner: Mr Dan Skelton ROYAL BLUE armlets. Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Form: Breeder: Mr G. Coleman Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes TIMEFORM VIEW Walk In The Park gelding. Dam unraced sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 3m) Slate House. Newcomer for leading stable but Rattlin Home is the ﬁrst string. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

ON SUBS (FR) (16)

B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Kalinegary (FR)

Tristan Durrell

4 10 13

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE Owner: Mr W. Sissen Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend hoops, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Breeder: David Giraudeau & Jean-Jaques Gabillat YELLOW spots. 0-5 Sponsor: Dodson and Horrell, The Injured Jockeys Fund Form: TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in 2 starts around a year apart. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

Ellis Collier (5)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2025: SPECTACULARSUNRISE 5 11 0 Sam Twiston-Davies 10-11 (Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies) 13 ran

Betting Forecast: 15-8 Rattlin Home (IRE), 8-1 Back To Sea (IRE), Legend d’Airy (FR), 9-1 Sittin Ona Fortune (IRE), 10-1 Godfrey Bouillon (IRE), 11-1 Simonsberg (IRE), 12-1 He’s A Terror (IRE), 16-1 Get Busy Jumping (GB), 28-1 Emral Bridge (GB), 100-1 Jimmy Jazz (GB), 150-1 On Subs (FR)

Race Summary: RATTLIN HOME looks a useful prospect in this sphere on the back of a very encouraging start to his career in a bumper 8 months ago and he can provide Dan Skelton with yet another winner. Simonsberg exceeded expectations at Chepstow and is a danger, while point recruit Back To Sea also needs respecting. 1-2-3: 1.RATTLIN HOME (IRE) 2.SIMONSBERG (IRE) 3.BACK TO SEA (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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THIRD RACE 2.46

for three yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares

Total prize fund £10000

THE KELLYHILL FINANCIAL PLANNING MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualiﬁer)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Kellyhill Financial Planning have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out in the race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs (2m 4f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 15th April, 2027. 21 entries at £50. - Closed October 21st, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) No

Horse

Age

BETTY’S DAISY (GB) (220)

6 12 2

B m Jack Hobbs - Burgundy Betty (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Bridget Henley Colours: MAROON and WHITE Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton diabolo, WHITE sleeves, MAROON Breeder: Mrs Bridget Henley stars, WHITE cap, MAROON star. Sponsor: BetPro IQ Limited Form: 10/012PTIMEFORM VIEW Warwick bumper scorer who left her opening effort over hurdles well behind when landing 12-runner novice at Ludlow in December. Cracking second under a penalty at Warwick a month later but big backward step when pulled up on handicap debut in March. Has had a Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122 breathing operation.

ANALIESE (GB) (195)

B m Harzand (IRE) - Amourice (IRE)

MASKED DANCE (FR) (165)

Ch m Masked Marvel - Breakdance (FR)

I SPY A DIVA (GB) (299)

B m Telescope (IRE) - Molly’s A Diva

EDITH PELHAM (GB) (220)

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Midnite Grace

HORNICA (IRE) (191)

Br m Affinisea (IRE) - Manuels Sister (IRE)

Jack Hogan

6 11 7

Owner: Mr J Hornby & Mr J Hornby Colours: DARK GREEN, Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton ORANGE sleeves and cap. Breeder: Ronnie O’Neill Form: 4/06231Sponsor: BetPro IQ Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Made the most of a good opportunity when off the mark in 13-runner mares’ maiden at Stratford in April (2m). That isn’t form to be getting carried away with but she’s in very good hands and now goes up in distance on the back of a breathing operation. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

Ciaran Gethings

6 11 7

Owner: Mrs J. May Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham cross belts and star on cap. Breeder: Steve Hadley Form: 163610D Sponsor: Hollins Land TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner who got off the mark at the fourth attempt in this sphere in novice at Southwell in March, overcoming a bad mistake at the last. Allotted a stiff-enough mark on the back of it and pitched in deep (with cheekpieces ﬁtted) she was mid-ﬁeld at Newbury. This Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 is easier on return.

Toby Wynne

9 11 10

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK star, Owner: Mr J. Perriss Trainer: Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham PINK sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, Breeder: J. F. Perriss PINK cap, ROYAL BLUE star. Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd Form: 0/0/6043TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner over hurdles who conﬁrmed her return to form when third in 8-runner handicap at Windsor (2 1/2m, good) on New Year’s Day. Reappears from a break off a 2lb lower mark and shouldn’t be taken lightly with yard adept at readying inmates after a break. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 116

Charlie Deutsch

8 11 12

Owner: Poplar Cottage Racing Club Colours: WHITE, RED chevron, Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, Breeder: Jean-Yves & Jocelyne Payet Descombes WHITE cap, RED star. Sponsor: Acton At Morville Form: 51226-5 D TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Ludlow in December and good efforts when runner-up there next 2 outings. Handicapper seemingly had her measure when mid-ﬁeld both outings in the spring, though. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 118

Ben Jones

5 12 0

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK stars, Owner: Four Gents Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth PINK and ROYAL BLUE hooped cap. Breeder: Elms Bloodstock & Miss A Gibson Fleming Form: 211214D Sponsor: Acton At Morville TIMEFORM VIEW Forward-going type who underlined a marked improvement in attitude/reliability when landing a third mares’ handicap win at Chepstow in March. Well-held fourth off this mark in an end-of-season event at Haydock but will handle conditions ahead of reappearance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

Jockey

Beau Morgan (5)

6 11 4

IAMYOUARE (IRE) (26)

Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Christina (IRE)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED star, Owner: The Taking Part Racing Club Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley striped sleeves and star on cap. Breeder: Paramount Farms Form: 1-3F221 D Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds TIMEFORM VIEW Well served by return to further when bolting up in 8-runner handicap hurdle at Hereford (2 1/2m, good) in April. Runner-up twice since and ﬁtted with cheekpieces, she didn’t need to improve to double her tally at Southwell 4 weeks ago. More is required here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

CRYSTAL SPRING (IRE) (314)

Gr m Crystal Ocean - Simonia (IRE)

Theo Gillard

5 11 2

Owner: J Hankinson, P Hanson, R Pipe and T Pipe Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard chevron and armlets. Breeder: Mrs Virginia McGrath Form: 5/23126D Sponsor: Science Supplements TIMEFORM VIEW Conﬁrmed previous promise to win Huntingdon maiden hurdle on return from 5 months off in October 2025. Runner-up effort on handicap debut at Exeter soon after worked out well and she returns from 10 months for a yard in excellent order. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/12/2025 it was reported Charlie Hammond Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108 that the horse was unsuited by the going.

HOT GODDESS (IRE) (269)

B m Mahler - Hot Choice

Owner: Two Sisters Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Breeder: Thomas Norris Sponsor: FBC Manby Bowdler

6 11

Colours: PURPLE, PINK chevron, PINK cap. Form: 534/352-

TIMEFORM VIEW Has never stood much racing but ran up to her best when second of 5 in handicap hurdle at Sandown (2 1/2m, soft) in January. Off since but reappears for Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107 Freddie Keighley (5) stable among the winners.

QUEEN MAEVE (IRE) (185)

B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Queens Gesture (IRE)

4 10 13

Owner: Mrs John Magnier Colours: DARK BLUE. Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Form: 5341Breeder: Gce Farm Ltd Sponsor: Ashford Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Ignored in the betting (compared to stablemate) but much improved when making a winning handicap debut at Sandown in April (2m). Should be more to come this season, particularly as her stamina is drawn out. Looks the one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 107

Harry Skelton

4 10 6

LAYSOFT (IRE) (243)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Spirited Girl (IRE)

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK cross Owner: Mr Ron Hull Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley belts, YELLOW and BLACK halved sleeves, BLACK cap. Breeder: Cn Farm Ltd 513235Sponsor: Ron Hull Group Of Companies, Craiglands Farm Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Landed junior bumper at Huntingdon in November and finished placed first 3 starts over hurdles, albeit out of her depth when remote third in a fillies’ Listed juvenile event at Doncaster. Failed to land a blow from a stiff opening mark at Wetherby in February. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

Peter Kavanagh

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 1, 6.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2025: ROCKOLA VOGUE (IRE) 6 11 9 Kielan Woods 9-2 (David Killahena & Graeme McPherson) 8 ran

Betting Forecast: 4-1 Queen Maeve (IRE), 13-2 Crystal Spring (IRE), 7-1 Hornica (IRE), 9-1 I Spy A Diva (GB), 10-1 Betty’s Daisy (GB), 11-1 Analiese (GB),

Hot Goddess (IRE), 12-1 Iamyouare (IRE), 16-1 Masked Dance (FR), Edith Pelham (GB), 25-1 Laysoft (IRE) Race Summary: There should be plenty more to come from QUEEN MAEVE this season and sure to be well prepared for this reappearance with this trip another plus, she makes lots of appeal. Crystal Spring and I Spy A Diva are feared most. 1-2-3: 1.QUEEN MAEVE (IRE) 2.CRYSTAL SPRING (IRE) 3.I SPY A DIVA FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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FOURTH RACE 3.16

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £11000

THE MOUNT VINES NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 4F 72Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the ﬁfth £333. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Mount Vines will present a memento to the owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out in the race. 23 entries at £55. - Closed October 21st, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10)

Horse

Age

JUST GOLDEN (IRE) (227)

6 12 2

B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Golden Songbird (IRE)

Owner: The Late John Hales and Miss L Hales Colours: YELLOW, RED star, Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester YELLOW sleeves, WHITE armlets, Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd YELLOW cap, RED star. Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes Form: 1/23210TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on second of 2 starts in bumpers and didn’t need to improve on previous hurdling form to get off the mark in 19f Warwick maiden (soft) in February. Seemed to ﬁnd 23f too much on handicap debut soon after but a likely improver on Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122 reappearance now chasing.

MAHLAND (IRE) (559)

Ch g Mahler - Ebaniya (IRE)

LAUGHING JOHN (GB) (182)

B g Postponed (IRE) - Mystery Code

SIGN AGAIN (IRE) (242)

B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - All Notoriety (IRE)

Toby Wynne

5 11 12

Colours: BEIGE and RED Owner: Fortnum Racing Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn diamonds, RED cap. Breeder: J. C. Sillett Form: 32U/11-0 D BF Sponsor: Unibet TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced but much more like it with a pair of handicap wins over hurdles last winter. Fitted with cheekpieces and found to be lame after Punchestown run in April. Makes chase debut for his leading yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

Harry Skelton

8 11 13

Owner: Lady Dulverton Colours: YELLOW, EMERALD Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth GREEN epaulets and armlets. Breeder: Con O’Keeffe Form: 21/001P/D Sponsor: Acton At Morville TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on the up after breathing surgery when landing 12-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23f, good to soft). Winning pointer and took pretty well to fences until losing his action at Cheltenham in April 2025. Has taken a while to get back to the track. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119

Jockey

James Bowen

6 11 11

Owner: Mrs D. Fallows Colours: LIGHT BLUE, Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton DARK BLUE diamond, striped Breeder: Kk Agri Ltd sleeves, quartered cap. Sponsor: Charlie Longsdon Racing Ltd Form: 14/063UD TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner last season who got back on track to an extent when third of 7 in a handicap at Sedgeﬁeld on Boxing Day, though again didn’t see things out especially well despite a ﬁrst-time tongue tie being applied. Unseated rider Sam Twiston-Davies on chase debut in February. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

STRONG RUN (GB) (186)

B m Passing Glance - Strong Westerner (IRE)

7 11 11

Owner: Welfordgolf Syndicate Colours: BLACK, Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham EMERALD GREEN diamond, Breeder: R. Rainbow & Sons diamonds on sleeves, PINK cap. Sponsor: Welford On Avon Golf Course Ltd Form: 6/31261D TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who wasn’t far off that level over hurdles last season, scoring twice including when landing the odds in mares’ novice at Fontwell (2 3/4m) in April. Has the pedigree and physique for chasing so she Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 117 looks an interesting proposition.

KEL DU LARGE (FR) (204)

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Princesse Selenia (FR)

6 11 10

Owner: Tom Chadney and Friends Colours: DARK BLUE, Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn WHITE seams, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: Pascal Noue DARK BLUE seams, DARK BLUE cap. Sponsor: Fitzdares Form: 35012UD TIMEFORM VIEW Won all his 3 starts in 2023/24 and having not had things go his way following a long absence, he got back on the up when successful at Hereford in February. Whipped round and unseated rider at Plumpton in April and new yard quick to go chasing Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116 with him.

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THEY WANT ME (IRE) (192)

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Double Dream (IRE)

6 11 10

Colours: BLACK and ORANGE Owner: Mrs L. Maclennan Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley (quartered), checked sleeves, ORANGE and BLACK quartered cap. Breeder: John Kidd Form: 4/21351CD Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of disappointing efforts after winning a maiden hurdle at Kelso (2m) in December but a breathing operation and a tongue strap had the desired effect when making a winning handicap debut at this track in April. Winning Irish pointer should have Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116 more to offer over larger obstacles.

TOP GUY (IRE) (15)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Matt Wood (IRE)

Theo Gillard

6 11 9

Owner: JDJ Racing Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: M. Kinsella

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and PINK diamonds, chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, PINK star. Form: 20216-3 TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who scored twice in staying handicap hurdles last season and was going the right way in the spring. Should make his mark over fences at some point but like recent Worcester run, he looks the stable second string. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

GLEN ROAD (IRE) (220)

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

7 11 9

Owner: Mrs S. Smith Colours: DARK BLUE, Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley large PINK spots, PINK cap. Breeder: Jill Kinsella Form: 14642PC Sponsor: Craiglands Farm TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler who left behind previous chase form when runner-up to one who’d controlled the pace at Sandown in March. Quickly back into his shell at Kelso soon after and off since but yard had a welcome winner on Sunday. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/3/2026 it Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115 was reported that the horse weakened quickly.

COL DU PRE’ (FR) (247)

Ch g Taj Mahal (IRE) - Claire Song (IRE)

JHENTONG ENKI (FR) (214)

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ulster Noire (FR)

ESCORT’KHEOPS (FR) (210)

B g Masterstroke (USA) - Escort’woman (FR)

JOEYBOTTLES (IRE) (187)

B g Harzand (IRE) - Feabhra (IRE)

DOUGLAS HYDE (IRE) (221)

B g Affinisea (IRE) - Late Night Deed

Ben Jones

Kevin Brogan

5 11 3

Owner: The Pipeline Crew Colours: WHITE, Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas DARK GREEN hoops and armlets. Breeder: E. Phelan Form: 3/04515CD Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Put his tame ﬁnishes behind him following a breathing operation when winning 10-runner handicap here (2 1/2m, good) in March. Heavy defeat at Perth and has had surgery again ahead of chasing debut. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/4/2026 it was Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109 reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Charlie Deutsch

6 11 6

Owner: Friends United Colours: ROYAL BLUE, Trainer: Laura Horsfall, Towcester MAROON chevron, hooped sleeves, Breeder: Mr Pascale Souverain MAROON cap. Sponsor: Abacus Securities Ltd Form: 334212TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame some rather suspect jumping to gain a deserved success in 8-runner maiden hurdle at Plumpton in March. Matched that form when second here soon after but will need to show the larger obstacles more respect. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112

7 11 6

Owner: Foxtrot Racing Jhentong Enki Colours: LIGHT BLUE, Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki RED cap. Form: F00110D TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed clear signs of ability for Paul Nolan in Ireland. On the up for new yard last season, leaving disappointing reappearance well behind with back-to-back handicap wins. Backward step at Wetherby and this will reveal more on second chase start. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

Peter Kavanagh

5 11 9

Owner: Tina Taylor Colours: DOUGLAS TARTAN, Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford RED cap. Breeder: Scuderia Lazzeri Marcello Form: 14/U032Sponsor: Faucets Limited TIMEFORM VIEW A fair winner on the Flat and over hurdles in France in 2024. Looked to be getting act together over hurdles for this yard during the winter but many from this yard need the run at this time of year. Chase debut. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/2/2026 it was reported Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115 that the horse was never travelling.

Tristan Durrell

Jack Tudor

6 11 2

Owner: Farnham’s, Rymer’s, Street’s & Lockett’s Colours: PINK, RED star, Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport hooped sleeves and star on cap. Breeder: Godfrey Moylan Form: 2/33220Sponsor: Express Contract Drying Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who was placed on his ﬁrst 4 runs since sent hurdling last season. Didn’t ﬁnish off his race with much purpose at Newbury in March but type to do better over fences and yard is in good order. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

Sean Bowen

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 7, 13. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 13.

The Result 1st

2nd

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3rd

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2025: MOLTO BENE (IRE) 6 11 4 Lilly Pinchin 6-1 (Charlie Longsdon) 11 ran

Betting Forecast: 6-1 Just Golden (IRE), 7-1 Strong Run (GB), 9-1 Laughing John (GB), 10-1 They Want Me (IRE), Douglas Hyde (IRE), 12-1 Sign Again (IRE), Jhentong Enki (FR), 14-1 Glen Road (IRE), 16-1 Top Guy (IRE), 18-1 Mahland (IRE), Kel du Large (FR), 20-1 Col du Pre’ (FR), 22-1 Escort’kheops (FR), 33-1 Joeybottles (IRE) Race Summary: Plenty of depth to this handicap with chase debutants STRONG RUN, Just Golden and Douglas Hyde all expected to rate higher this season. Without the benefit of market clues they are preferred in that order. 1-2-3: 1.STRONG RUN 2.JUST GOLDEN (IRE) 3.DOUGLAS HYDE (IRE)

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THE BANGOR-ON-DEE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

2M 1F 77Y

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, October 21st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out in the race. 15 entries at £40. - Closed October 21st, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Horse

Age

INEDIT D’AMOUR (FR) (23)

5 12 0

B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Sweet Love (FR)

Owner: Four Counties Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley epaulets, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: Mme I. Garcon, Mr J-Pierre Garcon & Mr G PINK stars, WHITE cap, PINK star. Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds Form: 01540-2 TIMEFORM VIEW French recruit (runner-up over fences) who made it third time lucky for Donald McCain in 2m Catterick maiden hurdle on New Year’s Day. Didn’t send the season in much form over hurdles but excellent return to the larger obstacles when second at Uttoxeter, ﬁnishing ahead of 2 next-time-out winners. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/10/2026 it was Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105 reported that the horse hung badly left-handed.

LOCQUIREC (FR) (192)

Ch g Elliptique (IRE) - Gossip And Co (FR)

RIVIERA WALK (IRE) (174)

Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Breve de Comptoir (FR) Owner: Anne, Harriet & Lucinda Bond Trainer: Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Colours: PURPLE, PINK seams, armlets and cap. Form: 24F1P-U D

FALCO DES PINS (FR) (227)

B g Muhtathir - Gallery’s Native (FR)

AIR APPARENT (IRE) (189)

B or Br g Jet Away - Scarlet Rambler (IRE)

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

6 11 11

Owner: Caroline Wilson & Lavinia Taylor Colours: DARK GREEN, Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford WHITE seams, DARK GREEN Breeder: Mr Alain Pinot sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star. Sponsor: Faucets Limited Form: 0/63112TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a falling mark with something to spare at Ludlow (2m) in February and followed up in similarly comfortable fashion at Leicester. Didn’t do a lot wrong when coming up just short in hat-trick bid but no surprise were he to just need this. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

Jack Tudor

6 11 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who conﬁrmed previous promise when easily landing a Catterick mares’ novice in March. Failed to complete both starts later in the spring and now has attentions switched to chasing. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 103

Harry Brown (7)

5 11 13

Owner: CronshawMorrisMurrillsWorsley & Partners Colours: EMERALD GREEN, Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas PINK armlets, PINK cap. Breeder: Mr Jaques Cypres et al. Form: 4366F6Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 3 starts over hurdles in France for Francois Nicolle but below that level so far for present yard. Switched to fences for season return with cheekpieces on having had a breathing operation. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

Jockey

Charlie Deutsch

6 11 10

Owner: A Cocks, T Johnson & P Downing Colours: MAUVE, DARK BLUE Trainer: Seamus Mullins, Amesbury epaulets, hooped sleeves. Breeder: Daryl Deacon Form: 04530Sponsor: We Do Vans TIMEFORM VIEW Improved third in 2 1/2m Hereford maiden in March. Didn’t seem to get home over 3m at Ffos Las soon after and this trip more suitable on reappearance/ chase debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 101

LARISTOTE (FR) (192)

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Aurore de Rouhet (FR) Owner: Mr & Mrs WF Ainscough Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: V. Adenot & P. Adenot & F. Vannereux Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

5 11 9

Colours: DARK BLUE and PINK diabolo, WHITE sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star. Form: F/3043-

TIMEFORM VIEW Held every chance when falling at the last sole outing in Irish points and positives to draw from 4 runs under Rules last season, third at this track in April. Fences could see him improve again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 100

Paul O’Brien

Theo Gillard

GRAIN TRADE (GB) (166)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Halo Flora

7 11 4

Owner: John Aprahamian & Co Ltd Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, Trainer: Billy Aprahamian, Towcester halved sleeves, WHITE cap. Breeder: Shade Oak Stud Form: P244F-3 Sponsor: Lockwood Premium TIMEFORM VIEW Strong-travelling sort who scored on second chase outing at Market Rasen (19f) a year ago and had the race at his mercy when falling next time. Jumping issues have resurfaced since and needs things to drop right given hold-up tactics. Has had a breathing operation. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/5/2026 it Benjamin Macey (5) Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95 was reported that the horse jumped poorly.

MASTERFIELD (FR) (164)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Toscane (FR)

Owner: The Field Masters Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Jacques Cypres, Nicolas Cypres Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd

4 11 0

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, EMERALD GREEN spots, sleeves and cap. Form: 453F-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced in bumpers and showed much more than on hurdling debut when third in a 17f course handicap in May. Makes a quick switch to fences for handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

KER D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (16)

B g Guignol (GER) - Sonate d’Oudairies (FR) Owner: Ms S. Howell and Partner 1 Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend Breeder: Cte Michel de Gigou & F. Thomas de Gigou Sponsor: Dodson and Horrell

Toby Wynne

6 10 2

Colours: WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap. Form: P05P0-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact over hurdles but entitled to come on for recent reappearance ahead of chasing debut. 4lb out of the weights. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75

Adam Wedge

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 7.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2025: NEIGH BOTHA (IRE) 8 11 13 Toby Wynne 14-1 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 9 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-2 Inedit d’Amour (FR), 11-2 Grain Trade (GB), 6-1 Laristote (FR), 13-2 Falco des Pins (FR), 10-1 Riviera Walk (IRE), 14-1 Masterfield (FR), 16-1 Locquirec (FR), 20-1 Ker d’Oudairies (FR), 22-1 Air Apparent (IRE) Race Summary: INEDIT D’AMOUR finished ahead of a pair of next-time out winners when second on his return to fences 3 weeks ago and he looks the answer. Laristote and Riviera Walk are feared most tackling larger obstacles for the first time. 1-2-3: 1.INEDIT D’AMOUR (FR) 2.LARISTOTE (FR) 3.RIVIERA WALK (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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SIXTH RACE 4.16 for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £11000

THE OVERTON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

3M 30Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the ﬁfth £333. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 25th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Bangor on Dee Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A cash prize of £50 will presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 28 entries at £55. - Closed October 21st, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10)

Horse

Age

TWISTTHENIGHTAWAY (IRE) (192)

6 12 2

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ballinahow Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Paul Shanahan & Mrs John Magnier Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK sash, Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester LIGHT BLUE cap. Breeder: Noel McLoughlin Form: 55611PC Sponsor: Ashford Stud of 5095 TIMEFORM VIEW Improved up in trip sent handicapping over hurdles, making it back-to-back wins with a cosy success at this venue (23f) in February. Shaped as if amiss when pulled up at Ayr in April, but’s she’s bred to make a chaser so is well worth another chance for her leading yard. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/4/2026 it was reported Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112 that the horse ran too free.

FINN LOUGH (IRE) (227)

B g Milan - Jerica

GASMANI (IRE) (20)

B g Getaway (GER) - Tasmani (FR)

LIEGE ARDENT (FR) (110)

Gr g Pour Moi (IRE) - Laurana (FR)

SOLDIER FOR GLORY (IRE) (225)

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fruits de Mer (IRE)

DALY BOY (FR) (210)

B g Kamsin (GER) - Destinee Chalnetta (FR)

Sean Bowen

6 11 10

Colours: DARK BLUE, Owner: Dr James Barry Johnson Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas LIGHT BLUE stars, sleeves and cap. Breeder: Laurent & Matthieu Nadot Form: 3/25P55Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in an Irish point and promise on sole outing in bumpers. Runner-up to subsequent Grade 2 winner at Sedgeﬁeld on hurdles bow but failed to build on that in 3 subsequent outings, ﬁfth of 8 in handicap here (23f) in March. Has had second breathing operation ahead of chasing debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

James Bowen

6 11 11

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED Owner: Miss Rebecca Curtis chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport YELLOW stars, RED cap. Breeder: Michael Byrne U/33Sponsor: Express Contract Drying Ltd Form: TIMEFORM VIEW In contention when unseating only start in Irish points but well beaten in a pair of 4-runner novice hurdles at Ffos Las early this year. The market could be informative, though, as he makes a quick switch to handicap chases with yard going well. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

Jonathan Burke

5 11 12

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL Owner: Mr M. Scott BLUE spots and sleeves, Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington Breeder: J.Denis,E.Clayeux,C.De Barmon&M.De Kersa hooped cap. Sponsor: LAP Electrical Ltd Form: 616-0F2 TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over fences at up to 2 1/2m in France last season. Back over hurdles last 3 outings, in blinkers (now left off) when good second of 9 in handicap at Dieppe (19f) in July. Up in trip as he makes ﬁrst run after leaving J. Delaunay. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

Charlie Todd

7 12 0

Owner: Hardwick, Wright, Richmond Colours: WHITE, PURPLE and Trainer: David Dennis, Banbury WHITE striped sleeves, Breeder: Mr S. Gorman LIGHT BLUE cap. Sponsor: DD Racing Ltd Form: 3/012-04 D TIMEFORM VIEW Strong gelding who opened his hurdles account at Taunton in April. After 5 months off (had breathing operation), shaped encouragingly when fourth of 10 at Worcester 20 days ago. Point winner and should be suited by this step back up in trip on chasing debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

Harry Skelton

7 12 0

Owner: Bowen, Boyes, Coxon, Smith Colours: ROYAL BLUE, Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas RED armlets, hooped cap. Breeder: Thistletown Stud Form: F0502FD Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win last season but returned to form when runner-up at Musselburgh in February. Has been prone to the odd mistake, though, yet to be asked for effort in third when falling 4 out at Newcastle in March. Capable of getting involved if ready to go after 7 months off. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

Jockey

Jack Tudor

8 11 8

BATAILLON (GB) (189)

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Valbuena (IRE)

Colours: WHITE, BROWN hoops, Owner: Battling On Syndicate Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead WHITE sleeves and cap. Breeder: Mette Campbell-Andenaes Form: 641243Sponsor: Teresa Davis Sporting Artist TIMEFORM VIEW Made second chase start a winning one at Taunton in January, form which worked out well. Placed on 2 of 3 remaining starts of the campaign and he enters calculations with stable in good form ahead of his return from 6 months off. Jack Stenhouse (7) Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104

THE BIG BREAC (IRE) (273)

B or Br g Malinas (GER) - Courtmac Memories (IRE)

9 11 5

Owner: West Yorkshire Racing Club Colours: MAROON, YELLOW cross Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley belts and armlets, WHITE cap. Breeder: Lillian & Mary Barry Form: 16/1345D Sponsor: Craiglands Farm TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning seasonal/chasing debut at Wetherby in November last year and good third in a stronger handicap at Newcastle next time. Wasn’t in the same form last 2 starts, though he could yet do better returning on the back of a breathing operation. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 101

CAHIER’S DEN (IRE) (164)

Ch g Idaho (IRE) - Caballo Sin Nombre (IRE)

6 11 4

Owner: Mr N. Hartley Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE cross belts, Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley LIGHT BLUE and MAROON diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap. Breeder: J. Robinson & L. Byrne Form: 3/6432-6 D Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless under Rules but improved on his hurdles form when making the frame in ﬁrst 3 chase starts early this year. Lesser effort when sixth of 10 over this C&D in May, though made a bad mistake at the second. Off 5 months since (has had a breathing operation). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

BABATUNDE (IRE) (607)

Bl g Kalanisi (IRE) - Tavadden (IRE)

Colours: RED, WHITE epaulets, DARK BLUE Owner: All Stars Sports Racing Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend and WHITE hooped sleeves, YELLOW and DARK BLUE quartered cap. Breeder: Peel Bloodstock Form: 12/00-45 D Sponsor: Dodson and Horrell TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on the ﬁrst of her 2 starts in Irish points, but little impact in her qualifying runs over hurdles and failed to improve when ﬁfth of 12 in handicap at Chepstow 16 days ago. Worth a market check as she switches to chasing. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

MY BOBBY’S LASS (GB) (26)

B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Chocca Wocca

Adam Wedge

7 10 4

Owner: Mr Bob Barrett Colours: DARK BLUE, Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth WHITE epaulets, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: James and Jean Potter Ltd DARK BLUE armlets, WHITE cap. Sponsor: Acton At Morville Form: 3/416-64 TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled her hurdles tally in 2 1/2m handicap at Worcester in May last year. After 16 months off, has possibly been building up her ﬁtness in 2 chase starts this season, fourth of 6 in handicap at Southwell last time. This run should reveal more up in trip. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 86

Sean Houlihan

6 10 7

PAPPARICHE (GB) (16)

B m Mahler - He Said She Said (IRE)

Theo Gillard

7 10 13

Colours: DARK BLUE, Owner: Mr B. Wright Trainer: Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren YELLOW stripe, halved sleeves, YELLOW cap. Breeder: Ian Dullea 464352/Sponsor: Pontispool Equine Sports Centre Form: TIMEFORM VIEW Produced his best effort over hurdles when second of 12 in handicap at Taunton (19f) in February last year. Placed on sole outing in Irish points earlier in his career, though has 20-month absence to overcome making his ﬁrst chase start. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

Peter Kavanagh

Toby Wynne

ON THE PLATFORM (IRE) (52) 10 10 2

B g Valirann (FR) - Coca’s Lady (IRE)

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap. Form: P/1P/-556 CD TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner on ﬁrst of 2 starts in 2024/25 and shaped as if retaining ability after 19 months off when ﬁfth of 10 here in May. However, has gone backwards from that effort in 2 outings since. Races from 7lb out of the weights. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77 Owner: Mrs Belinda Clarke Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mr A. B. O’Brien

Lee Edwards

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 13. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 8, 9.

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

2025: BETTERFOREVERYONE 8 12 2 Tom Bellamy 3-1 (Alan King) 6 ran

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Twistthenightaway (IRE), 6-1 The Big Breac (IRE), 7-1 Bataillon (GB), 9-1 Daly Boy (FR), Cahier’s Den (IRE), 11-1 Finn Lough (IRE), Soldier For Glory (IRE), 16-1 Gasmani (IRE), Liege Ardent (FR), 22-1 Pappariche (GB), My Bobby’s Lass (GB), 28-1 Babatunde (IRE), 40-1 On The Platform (IRE) Race Summary: TWISTTHENIGHTAWAY won her first 2 starts in handicap hurdles, at this course on the second occasion, and she can leave behind a lesser effort as she makes her seasonal/chasing debut. Out of a useful chaser, she gets the vote ahead of The Big Breac who was successful on last season’s return, with Bataillon completing the shortlist. 1-2-3: 1.TWISTTHENIGHTAWAY (IRE) 2.THE BIG BREAC (IRE) 3.BATAILLON FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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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

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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 THOMAS EVETTS (CHIEF STEWARD) C.F. TELLWRIGHT (STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR) NATHAN GREEN, MARGARET GROVES BETH WESTRAN STARTERS SEAMUS O’NEILL SHAUN MITCHELL JUDGE MICHAEL ROBERTS CLERK OF THE SCALES AMY FAIRCLOUGH EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS MELANIE SWARBRICK LOUISE NEALE JOANNA VICKERS HANNAH CARNALL

X-RAY FYRNWY VETS MEDICAL OFFICERS DR JOHN MURRAY SRMO DR TRISTAN ELKIN SRMO DR EMILY HILL HORSE AMBULANCE NICK JONES NURSE GILLIAN WHITAKER FARRIER JIM BLURTON, FORDEN FARRIERS CHIEF EXECUTIVE LOUISE STEWART CLERK OF THE COURSE LILY HARRIS

BETTING RING MANAGER MIKE OXLEY

RACING DIRECTOR PADDY CHESTERS

COMMENTATOR SIMON HOLT

HEAD OF RACECOURSE OPERATIONS GARETH SIMPSON

VETERINARY OFFICER GRAHAM POTTS

HEAD GROUNDSMAN ANDREW MALAM

VETERINARY SURGEONS KATE SUMNER (SRVS) JOHN SPENCER RICHARD OWEN

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING DEPUTY LEAD KINSAY SEEDLE

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.

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING

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 The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money across all racecourses for 2026. Since 2000, HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry. 16

DUTY MANAGER GARETH SIMPSON

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.

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME AND FORM GUIDE £4.00 Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse

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