Bangor-On-Dee Racecard - Wednesday 26th February

WEDNESDAY 26 FEBRUARY

2025 FIXTURES

MARCH SAT 22 | PREMIER HURDLE DAY APRIL SAT 12 | WREXHAM DAY

THUR 24 (EVE) | GENTS EVENING MAY SAT 17 | FAMILY FUN DAY JUNE FRI 6 | SUMMER MUSIC MEET SAT 21 | LADIES DAY JULY FRI 4 (EVE) | SUMMER SOCIAL NIGHT SEPTEMBER 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

WEDNESDAY 26TH FEBRUARY 2025

Good afternoon,

Welcome to Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse for our Spring Into Racing Day. We’re thrilled to have you join us for our second fixture of the year.

Today’s action kicks off at 1.55 pm with the Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Novices’ Steeple Chase, setting the tone for an exciting afternoon. The highlight of the day comes at 2.55pm with the Bangor-on-Dee Occasion Package Handicap Steeple Chase, offering a prize pot of £15,000 We’ll round off the day at 5.10 pm with the Bangor Point-to-Point 9th March Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race.

I’d like to extend a huge thank you to today’s sponsors; Weatherbys, Irish Thoroughbred Marketing, Sky Sports Racing, and Hope House. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.

We hope you’ll join us again on Saturday 22nd March for our Premier Hurdle Day, which promises another fantastic day of racing here at North Wales’ only racecourse

Jonathon Turner, Chairman Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

FACILITIES AT THE RACECOURSE

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

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

How to understand the racing pages throughout the racecard

BANGOR-ON-DEE COURSE FACTS & STATS

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

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

Selections for every race today

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

1ST RACE 1.55PM THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE NOVICES’ CHASE

2ND RACE 2.25PM THE WEATHERBYS NHSTALLIONS.CO.UK NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE

WINCANTON 2.35PM THE AINTREE FROM AFAR AT WINCANTON HANDICAP CHASE

3RD RACE 2.55PM THE BANGOR-ON-DEE OCCASION PACKAGE HANDICAP CHASE

WETHERBY 3.18PM THE ENTERTAIN IN STYLE AT WETHERBY RACECOURSE HANDICAP CHASE

4TH RACE 3.30PM THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

WINCANTON 3.40PM THE FAMILY RACEDAY SUNDAY 13TH APRIL HANDICAP CHASE

5TH RACE 4.05PM THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

6TH RACE 4.35PM THE HOPE HOUSE CHILDREN’S HOSPICES CROSS LANES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

7TH RACE 5.10PM THE BANGOR POINT TO POINT 9TH MARCH CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

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

HOW TO BET WITH A RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER

WAYS TO BET

STRAIGHT EACH WAY

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

STANDARD TERMS FOR EACH WAY BETTING

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

· Fewer than 5 runners – all to win

5-7 runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2

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

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

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

AWAY BETTING

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

BETTING WITHOUT THE FAVOURITE

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

PLACING YOUR BET

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

COLLECTING YOUR WINNINGS

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

Tel: 01480 499180

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

READING THE RACECARD

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

4 O’FAOLAINS BOY (IRE) (34) 6 11 4

B g Oscar (IRE) - Lisa’s Storm (IRE)

Owner: Mr C Trembath & Mr R Hyde

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Breeder: Tom and P. Phelan

Sponsor: Chanelle

Patrick Corbett (7)

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

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

3m30y C

COURSE FACTS & STATS

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

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

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

D MCCAIN (60 wins from 328 runners, 18%) runs THROATLASH (1.55), SCAR BRIDGE and HIGH AS HOPE (3.30), COUNT ADHEMAR and WINCHMORE HILL (4.05), ROCK HURLEY (4.35).

O GREENALL & J GUERRIEO (21 wins from 197 runners, 11%) runs FORCETORECKONWITH (3.30).

V WILLIAMS (14 wins from 61 runners, 23%) runs HUNTER LEGEND (2.55), KINGBEL DU LION (4.05), JEU D’OPALE (4.35).

1 2

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

BIG RACE CONNECTIONS

1. KERRY LEE

2. SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

B PAULING (11 wins from 22 runners, 50%) runs I’VE MADEUPMYMIND (3.30), TWYFORD’S DIAMOND (4.35).

O MURPHY (8 wins from 34 runners, 24%) runs HENRYSBROTHERJACK (5.10).

J OWEN (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs JACKPOT CASH (2.25).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

BRIAN HUGHES (46 wins from 222 rides, 21%) rides THROATLASH (1.55), SCAR BRIDGE (3.30), WINCHMORE HILL (4.05), ROCK HURLEY (4.35).

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (15 wins from 80 rides, 19%) rides CASA NO MENTO (1.55), JACKPOT CASH (2.25), BALLYBEGG (2.55), GETAWAYS GIFT (3.30).

HENRY BROOKE (12 wins from 90 rides, 13%) rides CHUMLEE (2.25), FORCETORECKONWITH (3.30).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

CHARLIE DEUTSCH (5 wins from 26 rides, 19%) rides HUNTER LEGEND (2.55), KINGBEL DU LION (4.05), JEU D’OPALE (4.35).

BRIAN HUGHES (4 wins from 39 rides, 10%) rides listed above.

STAN SHEPPARD (4 wins from 11 rides, 36%) rides IMPERIAL ALEX (2.55)

WEIGHTWATCHER

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

2.55 BALLYBEGG (won off 119 down 4lb to 115); FINDTHETIME (won off 122 down 7lb to 115).

CLASSY TIPS

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

1.55 CASA NO MENTO (down 4 grades)

2.25 CHUMLEE (down 2 grades)

4.35 ROCK HURLEY (down 2 grades)

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th February

BEST SELECTIONS ON THE DAY

With a top-rating of 134 (11lb and upwards ahead of these rivals), CASA NO MENTO is very well treated at these weights and she is fancied to strike on her second chase outing. Cabhfuilfungi only just failed to supplement his Southwell romp at Chepstow and he is likely to be in the shake-up once again, while Throatlash is interesting switching to fences after only two hurdle starts.

WIN: CASA NO MENTO

DANGER: CABHFUILFUNG

Jackpot Cash won over hurdles on his stable debut for James Owen at Southwell recently and must enter calculations switching to fences off a 5lb lower mark, but he has yet to really sparkle in this sphere. Oppositely, NIGHT JET struck on his chasing debut at Leicester last time so he looks the more solid option, lining up off a 6lb higher rating. Grasshopper Time might fare best of the remainder.

WIN: NIGHT JET

DANGER: JACKPOT CASH

Big City Roller has a lengthy absence to overcome but is a fascinating runner on his chasing bow, while Imperial Alex is only 1lb higher than his last winning mark. BALLYBEGG could be the one, though, as Kerry Lee’s horses are in good nick and she’s booked Sam Twiston-Davies in the plate. Her veteran is now 4lb lower than when bolting up at Ludlow last year

WIN: BALLYBEGG

DANGER: BIG CITY ROLLER

Point-to-point winner FORCETORECKONWITH changed hands for 30,000 pounds in November and is related to a few winners. The daughter of Workforce looks to have been found a suitable assignment and could be up to making an instant impression. I’ve Madeupmymind could only manage fourth at Taunton last month, but she might have more to offer on only her third start over hurdles. Of the remainder, Getaways Gift makes the most appeal.

WIN: FORCETORECKONWITH

DANGER: I’VE MADEUPMYMIND

WINCHMORE HILL took a step forward to occupy the runner-up berth at Uttoxeter on his most recent start and has Brian Hughes back on board. The eight-year-old sets the standard with a rating of 110 and he looks the one to beat. French recruit Kingbel Du Lion showed more when third on his second start at Auteuil in March last year and warrants a market check. Count Adhemar can beat Steal The Moves home for third.

WIN: WINCHMORE HILL

DANGER: KINGBEL DU LION

C’EST DIFFERENT has improved since going handicapping, winning a conditional riders’ event at Carlisle before following up at Chepstow on Saturday Sam Thomas’ charge doesn’t escape a penalty this time but the progressive five-year-old is unlikely to have reached the ceiling of his ability just yet The Secret Pearl was keeping on into fourth over 2m1f here latest and the return to further looks a real positive. Rock Hurley is also noted.

WIN: C’EST DIFFERENT

DANGER: THE SECRET PEARL

FARMER JIMMY took a giant leap forward on his handicap bow a fortnight ago, where he won in comfortable fashion over an extended 2m3f at Wetherby. A 4lb rise does not look at all harsh and with a further step up in trip promising to suit, Mark Walford’s charge could double his tally Getaway With You scores highly for consistency and he is unlikely to be far away, while Goguenard, who sports cheekpieces for the first time, ought to relish forecast conditions.

WIN: FARMER JIMMY

DANGER: GETAWAY WITH YOU

Race preview from Weatherbys

It is an absolute pleasure to be sponsoring the first two races on the cardatBangor-On-Deethisafternoon and a small but select field of five go to post in the opening Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Novices’Chase. Nigel Twiston-Davies’ mare Casa No Mento developed into a smart novice hurdler last term, winning four times in all including an extremely strong Listed event at Punchestown to close the campaign. The seven-year-old shaped as if in need of both the run and the experience when beaten on chasing debut here in November and is worth another chance over fences following a solid run in Grade 2companyoverhurdleslasttime.The othermareinthefield,MissMaverick, should also improve for her chasing debut last time and a return to a lefthandedtrackshouldsuit.

CasaNoMentoisworthanotherchance overfencesfollowingasolidrunin Grade2companyoverhurdleslasttime.

KerryLee’sCabhfuilfungihasperhaps achieved the most of these over fences, an easy wide-margin winner on New Years’ Day at Southwell and three times filling the runner-up spot, ontwoofthoseoccasionsbehindnext time out winners. He is officially rated

123 over fences but must give weight awaytothefieldhereunderapenalty.

Tom Symonds’ Night Jet is likely to be popular in the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Novices’ Handicap Chase on account of his chase debut success at Leicester last time. Winless in 14 starts over hurdles, he took really well to fences on his first crack in reapplied cheekpieces and is open to further improvement with the headgearretained.

JackpotCash was unable to score in three chase starts for Evan Williams but made an emphatic start for his newstablewhenanimpressivewinner back over hurdles for James Owen last week. That was from a mark of 97 and the six-year-old runs here fromareducedmarkof92,soiswellhandicappedifremaininginthesame formoverthelargerobstacles.

Pulled up on his first start over fences at Warwick, Royal Deeside ran a promising race next time when third at Market Rasen in January, travelling well throughout and just weakening after a couple of jumping mistakes late. He has since left Alan King for PatrickMorrisand,onlyafive-year-old, has plenty of scope for improvement over fences. Grasshopper Time has undergone wind surgery and makes his chasing debut here, whilst Eric Carmenhasbeenrunningconsistently well in defeat this term but does find himself3lbsoutofthehandicap.

FIRST RACE 1.55

for novice five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE

NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

2M 1F 77Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504 and the fourth £753 for novice five yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one steeple chase Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 24th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st; 6-y-o and up 11st 2lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 7lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases and/or Hurdles combined.. Weatherbys have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 5 entries at £60. - Closed February 20th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20)

No Horse Age st lb

1 CABHFUILFUNGI (IRE) (29) 9 11 9

B g Mahler - Maggie Andy (IRE)

Owner: Mr C. J. Tipton

Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Breeder: G. Quirk

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE hoops and sleeves, hooped cap Form: 522U12 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdles winner who has found improvement sent chasing this season, confirming previous promise when landing the odds in a Southwell handicap on New Year’s Day. Good second at Chepstow (16f, heavy) last time and he can give his running once more.

2 OSTEND (IRE) (9)

B g Marcel (IRE) - Mahaatheer (IRE)

Owner: Jamie Rock, A Lewis, M Howell & Partner

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Framont Ltd

Sponsor: J J Rocke General Builders Ltd

7 11 2

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE seams, RED and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, RED cap Form: 1/50-0PF

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner in Ireland and wasn’t disgraced in an Ascot handicap on debut for current yard a year ago Mid-field at this course (20.3f) on chase debut in November, but has failed to complete both starts since. It remains early days over fences, though.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

3 THROATLASH (IRE) (23)

B g El Salvador (IRE) - My Bay Lady

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mark Slevin

Sponsor: JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd

6 11 2

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 123

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole outing in Irish points and showed plenty to work on when runner-up in a Carlisle novice (17f, soft) on hurdling debut in December Not quite at that level when third at the same course 23 days ago, but he appeals as the type to make a chaser Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 107

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CASA NO MENTO (GB) (39) 7 10 9

B m Casamento (IRE) - Red Hibiscus

Owner: LRK Racing & Willy Twiston-Davies

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Miss S. J. Turner

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED star and stars on cap Form: 21-1P44 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a useful hurdler, winning 4 times including listed event at Punchestown in May. In need of experience when fourth of 6 at this C&D (soft) on chasing debut in November, before respectable fourth in Grade 2 hurdle at Ascot last time Leading contender Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 134

5 MISS MAVERICK (GB) (13) 8 10 9

B m Westerner - Heels Overhead

Owner: Miss Jean Balmer

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Miss Jean Balmer

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE chevron and sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW hooped cap Form: 21-113P

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded hat-trick in maiden/novice hurdles at Uttoxeter in April/May. After 8 months off, shaped well at the same course (19.9f, soft) on handicap bow in January, but jumped left when pulled up on chase debut at Leicester 13 days ago (returned lame). STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/2/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to be lame Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn by No 1.

Liam Harrison

Ciaran Gethings

Brian Hughes

Sam Twiston-Davies

Jack Hogan (3)

The Result

2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast:

4-5 Casa No Mento (GB), 11-4 Cabhfuilfungi (IRE), 9-1 Ostend (IRE), 14-1 Throatlash (IRE), 18-1 Miss Maverick (GB)

Race Summary:

A four-time winner over hurdles, CASA NO MENTO shaped as if in need of the experience when fourth in a listed mares novice at this course on chasing debut in November, so she is taken to open her chase account with a recent run over hurdles behind her She can get the better of Cabhfuilfungi, who has been holding his form well over fences this season.

1-2-3: 1.CASA NO MENTO 2.CABHFUILFUNGI (IRE) 3.OSTEND (IRE)

Don’t forget to bet with the Tote on the 2:05 at WINCANTON and 2:15 at WETHERBY.

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SECOND RACE 2.25

for novice five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk NOVICES’ 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 24th. Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Weatherbys have kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos 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. 16 entries at £40.Closed February 20th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1 JAITROPLACLASSE (FR) (138) 6 12 0

B g Secret Singer (FR) - Bibracje (FR)

Owner: Martin Redman & Maurice Thomas

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: David Lumet & Dr V. Catherine Lumet

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK cross belts and armlets. Form: 3/0/466-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished third on the first of his 2 starts in bumpers but lightly-raced and never really threatened over hurdles for Nicky Henderson. Acquired by new connections for £7,000 last year and offered little in a first-time tongue strap (retained) on chase debut at Chepstow in October Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 100

2 JACKPOT CASH (FR) (9)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Fresca Has (FR)

Owner: Pontoon racing

Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr A. Delaroque & Mr & Mrs C. Theault

Sponsor: The Rare Breed Meat Company

6 11 6

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PINK spots, armlets and star on cap. Form: 6-40F41

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise in maiden/novice hurdles for Evan Williams, and also in 3 runs over fences towards the end of last year. Improved when landing a handicap hurdle on debut for this yard at Southwell (20.4f, soft) recently and he’s of strong interest back in this sphere off a 5lb lower mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 92 (+4) Sam Twiston-Davies

3 ROYAL DEESIDE (GB) (22)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Ebb

Owner: K Jardine R Griffiths

Trainer: Patrick Morris, Prescot

Breeder: Jake Warren Ltd & Baroda & Colbinstown

5 11 5

Colours: DARK BLUE, RED star, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap. Form: 3-536P3

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on his very low-key chase debut display when third off 11 at Market Rasen (17.2f, good to soft) last month. However, his record over jumps stands at 0-10 and he ran no sort of a race on debut for this yard on the Flat recently Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93

4 CHUMLEE (IRE) (23)

B g Recital (FR) - Oceanna Mist (IRE)

Owner: The Border Racers

Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso Breeder: B. & O. Clooney

10 11 2

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, YELLOW sash, WHITE and YELLOW hooped cap. Form: 1/312-P5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive initially from a low base in handicaps, gaining second career success at Newcastle last February. However, made an underwhelming belated start to his chasing career back from a break at Carlisle 23 days ago and others make more appeal.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 88

5 GRASSHOPPER TIME (IRE) (30) 7

Br g Califet (FR) - That’s The Goose (IRE)

Owner: Sir Bob, Stowe Racing & Friends

Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

Breeder: Eugene Condon

Sponsor: Winwood Construction UK Ltd

11 1

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevrons and armlets, YELLOW cap, DARK BLUE diamond. Form: 340-344

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who failed to take a step forward when fourth of 7 on his first run following a wind op at Plumpton (2m, soft) last month. Will need to improve for the switch to fences if he’s to emerge on top here.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 87

6 NIGHT JET (GB) (13)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Midnight Belle

Owner: Dean, Gallis, Willetts & Vernon

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: Mrs Patricia Ellen Holtorp

8 10 11

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and WHITE stripes, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE star. Form: 5-F3221

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to hit the target from 14 starts over hurdles but only needed the one attempt to deliver the goods over fences, making a winning debut in this sphere at Leicester (2m, heavy) recently 6lb rise tolerable and he is open to improvement.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 83

Sean Clarke (10)

Charlie Todd

Henry Brooke

Kielan Woods

Ben Poste

7 STAAR (IRE) (60)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Bitooh

Owner: Mrs M. J. Arnold

Trainer: Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Breeder: Sunderland Holdings Inc

Sponsor: Coombs Group

11 10 2

Colours: CERISE, ROYAL BLUE quartered cap Form: 2/00U5-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Just one effort of note under Rules, namely when going close in a Wincanton handicap hurdle in December 2022. No show both completed starts in this sphere and he’s readily passed over. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/12/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed throughout. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 71

8 ERIC CARMEN (IRE) (13)

B g Fame And Glory - Cooper’s Joy (IRE)

Owner: The Ed-Chester Partnership

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Patrick Doyle Sponsor: Tote

9 10 2

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, halved sleeves, RED and WHITE striped cap. Form: 032P43

TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable individual who has finished in the money all 3 starts since undergoing a wind op but he doesn’t tend to find much when push comes to shove, hence his 1-30 overall record under Rules. Star Rating

9 NANCY TILL (IRE) (19)

B m Westerner - Classic Material

Owner: Lady Susan Brooke

Trainer: Max Young, Sneads Green

Breeder: Patrick Doyle

Sponsor: Tote, Berkeley Carter Ltd

9 10 2

Colours: ORANGE, BROWN disc, BROWN cap, ORANGE spots. Form: 0PP3-F0

TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame both starts in Irish points but hasn’t offered a great deal under Rules so far. Engaged 3.15 Leicester Tuesday.

10 MO ZOLA (GB) (68)

B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Mozo

Owner: CEMP Construction Mozola

Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Dermot Rogers

6 10 2

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap. Form: 060-0PP

TIMEFORM VIEW Won on sole start in point bumpers but yet to show any ability under Rules and she’s hard to warm to Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 67

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Hood worn by No. 2, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 7, 8, 9.

Betting Forecast: 11-8 Jackpot Cash (FR), 9-4 Night Jet (GB), 10-1 Grasshopper Time (IRE), 11-1 Eric Carmen (IRE), 20-1 Royal Deeside (GB), 33-1 Chumlee (IRE), 40-1 Jaitroplaclasse (FR), 50-1 Staar (IRE), 150-1 Nancy Till (IRE), 300-1 Mo Zola (GB)

Race Summary:

JACKPOT CASH was much-improved on debut for his shrewd new yard over hurdles at Southwell nine days ago and, if able to reproduce something akin to that returned to this sphere off a 5lb lower mark, he will take the world of beating The clear main danger is Night Jet, who made a successful start in this sphere at Leicester and should have more to offer as a chaser. Grasshopper Time is third choice ahead of Eric Carmen.

1-2-3: 1.JACKPOT CASH (FR) 2.NIGHT JET 3.GRASSHOPPER TIME (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

James Best

Jack Hogan (3)

Tabitha Worsley (3)

for five yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £10250

THE

AINTREE FROM AFAR AT WINCANTON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

No Horse

Age st lb

1 NO HUBS NO HOOBS (IRE) (61) 9 12 2

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Brandywell (IRE)

Owner: Rachel James

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Mr H. McDaid

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Colours: DARK GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), diamonds on sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 5111-4P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with a hat-trick of staying handicap chase wins (twice over C&D) in the mud. Mark rose considerably as a result and failed to come on for his reappearance when pulled up in the Welsh National in December This rates more suitable at least. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

2

SALADINS SON (IRE) (11)

B g Tobougg (IRE) - Denny de Lap (IRE)

Owner: Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Thomas Westropp Bennett

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

7 12 0

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, large ROYAL BLUE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE spots. Form: 202-1P1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in a maiden hurdle (25f, soft) on return/stable debut in November and quickly dispelled his chase debut non-completion when running out a good winner of a C&D handicap 11 days ago, making most and just kept up to his work late on. Appeals as a young stayer to keep on side Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120

3 ENJOY YOUR LIFE (FR)

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Madoudal (FR)

Owner: Mrs J. Young

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr Hugues Rousseau

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

(11) 8 11 9

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE seams, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap. Form: 13P-2P3

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of handicap chases around 3m last winter and reappeared from 8 months off with an encouraging second at Chepstow (19.5f) in November. Ran poorly when pulled up at Exeter next time though, and he was well held despite finishing third behind Saladins Son over C&D 11 days ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

4

CAERULEUM (GB) (19) 7 11 0

Br g Millenary - Queen of The Blues (IRE)

Owner: Buckingham, Chapman, Langford & Ritzema

Trainer: Robert Walford, Blandford

Breeder: T. C. Dawson

Sponsor: Tote

Jockey

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE chevron and sleeves, striped cap Form: 2-32116 C BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when opening his account over further here in December and made light of an 8lb rise when readily following up at Taunton (26.2f) later that month. Latest weight rise seemed enough to anchor him when sixth at Bangor (29.6f) 19 days ago but not ruled out back down in trip

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

The Result 1st2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2024: PACHACUTI (IRE) 7 11 5 Jack Tudor 7-2 (David Pipe) 6 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-8 Saladins Son (IRE), 3-1 No Hubs No Hoobs (IRE), 4-1 Caeruleum (GB), 11-2 Enjoy Your Life (FR)

Race Summary: SALADINS SON looked a young stayer to keep on side when opening his chase account in good style over C&D 11 days ago and, in the hope this doesn’t come too soon, he’s expected to make a bold bid to follow up from a 5lb higher mark. Caeruleum is narrowly preferred to No Hubs No Hoobs for the forecast.

1-2-3:

Freddie Gingell (3)

Ben Godfrey

Ned Fox (3)

Harry Kimber

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THE BANGOR-ON-DEE OCCASION PACKAGE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2M 4F 72Y

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1 HUNTER LEGEND (FR) (18) 8 11 9

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 Resumed progress when landing back-to-back handicap chase contests at Leicester before a lesser run when fifth at Uttoxeter (3m, heavy) 18 days ago Still, no surprise to see a better showing back down in class.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122 NON RUNNER

2 IMPERIAL ALEX (IRE) (44)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - What Can I Say (IRE)

Owner: Hft Forklifts Limited

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Terence Leonard

Sponsor: Plumbing World

8 11 5

Colours: RED and DARK BLUE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, RED stars, RED cap Form: 11-100P

TIMEFORM VIEW Really found the winning habit in the spring, completing the hat-trick with a narrow success in a Class 2 Uttoxeter handicap in May. However, he’s returned from a break out of sorts, tailed off 5 out when pulled up at Exeter (24.2f) 44 days ago Cheekpieces go back on.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118 Stan

3 BALLYBEGG (IRE) (32)

B g Mahler - Rebel Flyer (IRE)

Owner: Glass Half Full

Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Breeder: Patrick Hennessy

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

10 11 2

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and RED (halved), WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE quartered cap Form: 4-40300 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record over hurdles this season and return to chasing failed to revive him when seventh of 9 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, soft) 32 days ago

Eased 4lb subsequently and he does come here with his yard amongst the winners. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

4 BIG CITY ROLLER (GB) (445)

B g Cityscape - Wise Little Girl

Owner: Old Gold Racing 17

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Mr Richard Evans

Sponsor: OldGoldTechnologiesLimited,RetrainingofRacehorses,MerriebelleStableLLC

7 11 2

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on second of 2 starts in points and perfect start over hurdles (fair form) when landing 10-runner novice at Carlisle in October 2023. Absent since finishing second under a penalty at Chepstow (23.6f) in December of that year and betting can guide now handicapping in this sphere. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

5 FINDTHETIME (IRE) (24) 9 11 2

B g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE)

Owner: Tor Side Racing

Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Breeder: Kenilworth House Stud

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, striped cap Form: 4-P24PP D

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a pair of small-field handicaps last winter for Nicky Richards and got back on track for his current yard when second at Hexham last summer However he needs to bounce back in a major way after being pulled up the last twice. Back up in trip. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

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

Sheppard

Sam

Twiston-Davies

Lilly Pinchin

Sam Coltherd

2024: MONTGOMERY (IRE) 7 12 0 Charlie Deutsch 3-1 (Venetia Williams) 7 ran

Betting Forecast:

7-4 Big City Roller (GB), 9-4 Ballybegg (IRE), 7-2 Imperial Alex (IRE), 5-1 Findthetime (IRE)

Race Summary:

A thin handicap and it could be worth chancing BALLYBEGG. He goes well in the mud and is 4 lb lower than his last winning chase mark. Big City Roller certainly isn’t over-faced for his chase debut back from a long time off and has to be considered

1-2-3:

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HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

No Horse

1 HIGH MOON (GB) (22) 10 12 0

B g Midnight Legend - Dizzy Frizzy

Owner: Miss Maria D. Myco

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Breeder: Jethro Bloodstock

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, EMERALD GREEN and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves. Form: P53354 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 12/1, failed to stay 3m when fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Market Rasen 22 days ago Visor on 1st time Looks competitive on form back in trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

2 GOLDEN

DE COEUR

(FR) (23) 9 12 0

B g Racinger (FR) - Polka de Coeur (FR)

Owner: Alan & Andrew Turner

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: O. Burlot, N. Burlot & M. Burlot

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE star. Form: 34-P423

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in decent nick, third of 7 in handicap chase at Southwell (20.4f, soft) 23 days ago Cheekpieces on 1st time and not ruled out. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109 James Bowen

3 SCENE ONE (IRE) (33)

B g Curtain Time (IRE) - Isserkelly Lady (IRE)

Owner: Scene One Partnership

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr William Norris

Sponsor: Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

9 11 11

Colours: DARK GREEN and YELLOW stripes, MAROON sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 44-P226 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap chase at Doncaster (24f, good to soft) 33 days ago Can give a good account in his bid for a first win of the season. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

4 FLASH IN THE PARK (IRE) (68)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mrs Masters (IRE)

Owner: MT Hughes, John Lawson, Stephanie Kaye

Trainer: Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield

Breeder: Denis Cummins

7 11 11

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, RED sleeves and cap Form: 603-51F BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Uttoxeter in November but running below form when fell last in handicap chase there (20f, heavy) following month on his final run for Dan Skelton. Needs to bounce back for his new yard Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

5 CORNERSTONE LAD (GB) (25)

B g Delegator - Chapel Corner (IRE)

Owner: Mrs B. M. Lofthouse

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: Cranford Bloodstock & Overbury Stallions

Sponsor: Nowell & Richards

11 11 11

Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap. Form: 62333-0 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but he came in only tenth of 12 in handicap chase at this C&D (soft) 25 days ago. Sixteen runs since last win in 2022, too. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 106

6 TOM CREEN (IRE) (21) 10 11 11

B g Yeats (IRE) - Casiana (GER)

Owner: Racing To Profit Syndicate & Partners

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: Kildare Racing Syndicate

Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap Form: 3-43413 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Sedgefield in December and not disgraced back in trip when third of 5 in handicap there (16.4f, soft) 21 days ago Needs considering. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106 Jonathan England

7 HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) (26) 8

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR)

Owner: T I S PARTNERSHIP

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

11 4

Colours: YELLOW and ORANGE (quartered), diamonds on sleeves, YELLOW cap, ORANGE diamond. Form: 2-41055

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles who comes here in decent form over fences, fifth of 7 in handicap chase at Catterick (19.2f, good to soft) 26 days ago

One for the shortlist.

Charlie Maggs (5)

Gavin Sheehan

Sean Bowen

Conor O’Farrell

Jamie Hamilton

8 HEADS OR HARPS (GB) (41) 8 11 2

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dametori (FR)

Owner: Mr Mark Blandford

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Mr Rowland Crellin

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: RED, BLACK braces, BLACK and RED hooped sleeves, quartered cap Form: 1PP4P/-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced hurdler for Michael Scudamore. Off nearly 2 years before shaping very well on his chasing debut when fourth of 9 in handicap chase (14/1) at Newcastle (20.1f, good to soft) 41 days ago, finishing well having been badly hampered 2 out. Interesting. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 97

9

KONFUSION

(GB) (148)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Tahira (GER)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Mr Carl Hinchy

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

7 10 11

Colours: DARK BLUE, large PINK spots, PINK cap Form: 3/000-33

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who posted an encouraging third of 7 in handicap chase at Sedgefield (21.1f, good to soft, 13/2) on his debut over fences 148 days ago Can take a step forward. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/10/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Derek Fox

Visor worn first time by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5.

The Result

2024: DUTY CALLS (IRE) 11 11 1 Lewis Stones 5-1 (Sandy Forster) 7 ran

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Flash In The Park (IRE), 11-2 Scene One (IRE), Heads Or Harps (GB), 6-1 Tom Creen (IRE), 15-2 Golden de Coeur (FR), 12-1 Halpha Soleil (FR), 16-1 High Moon (GB), Konfusion (GB), 18-1 Cornerstone Lad (GB)

Race Summary:

HEADS OR HARPS made a promising start over fences for Lucinda Russell after an absence when a strongfinishing fourth at Newcastle so gets the vote here with improvement very much on the cards High Moon appeals as the pick of the rest now he reverts to a shorter trip with Scene One and Golden De Coeur looking best equipped in the battle for minor honours. 1-2-3: 1.HEADS OR HARPS 2.HIGH MOON 3.SCENE ONE (IRE)

Peter Kavanagh (3)

FOURTH RACE 3.30

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Total prize fund £8000

THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

2M 145Y

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1 FORCETORECKONWITH (IRE) (123) 6 11 4

B m Workforce - Shining Beauty (IRE)

Owner: Mineral Forces

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Andrew English

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN seams, EMERALD GREEN and GREY hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and LIGHT BLUE striped cap Form: 2-1

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 5-y-o, Workforce mare Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 25f) Shining Gale Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (Oct 2024) and she starts out over hurdles in a race not containing a great deal of depth. Considered. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingHenry Brooke

2 GETAWAYS GIFT (IRE) (286) 5 11 4

B m Getaway (GER) - Northwood Milan (IRE)

Owner: Anthony Honeyball Racing Club

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: J. R. Weston

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets and star on RED cap Form: 52-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway filly who left debut form behind when second under a positive ride in bumper at Plumpton (17.7f) in April. Not in same form when fifth in bumper at Fontwell a month later but she could yet get back on track now hurdling with yard amongst the winners. Tongue strap on 1st time

3 HIGH AS HOPE (IRE) (37)

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Hester’s Way (IRE)

Owner: Birkdale Bloodstock

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: R. Lynch

6 11 4

Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: 2006

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point and having offered little in pair of bumper outings, she showed ability when sixth of 10 in mares’ novice hurdle at Warwick (19f) 37 days ago Drop down in trip here may not suit ideally, however. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

4 I’VE MADEUPMYMIND (GB) (39)

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Two Swallows

Owner: Mrs C. A. Waters

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Mrs C. A. Waters

Sponsor: Fitzdares

5 11 4

Colours: WHITE, PINK stars, WHITE cap, PINK star. Form: 245-334

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise in bumpers and made frame both starts over hurdles, latterly when fourth in 12-runner mares’ maiden at Taunton (16.5f) 39 days ago Will need to jump better than she did then but definite chance if doing so Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 104 (-2)

5 SCAR BRIDGE (IRE) (81) 6 11 4

B m Lucky Speed (IRE) - Eye And Ear (IRE)

Owner: Mr Roger O Byrne

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: T. Nolan & L. Tucker

Colours: MAROON, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON cap, YELLOW spots. Form: 1-35FP

TIMEFORM VIEW Lucky Speed mare who won first start in points and promise when placed on first of 2 starts in mares’ maiden hurdles in Ireland last spring. Failed to complete both starts between the Flags this winter and now starts out for new yard Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingBrian Hughes

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2.

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

Twiston-Davies

Theo Gillard

Callum Pritchard (5)

2024: STRONG BELLE 6 11 4 Sam Twiston-Davies 3-1 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 9 ran

Betting Forecast:

13-8 I’ve Madeupmymind (GB), 15-8 Forcetoreckonwith (IRE), 5-1 Getaways Gift (IRE), 10-1 Scar Bridge (IRE), 16-1 High As Hope (IRE)

Race Summary:

Having shown plenty of promise in bumpers, I’VE MADEUPMYMIND has run to a similar level in twice making the frame over hurdles and she earns the vote to open her account with her rider taking off a handy 5lb. Point winner Forcetoreckonwith and Getaways Gift are others to consider.

1-2-3: 1.I’VE MADEUPMYMIND 2.FORCETORECKONWITH (IRE) 3.GETAWAYS GIFT (IRE)

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THE FAMILY RACEDAY SUNDAY 13TH APRIL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1 JOE COTTON (IRE) (26) 7 12 0

B g Mount Nelson - Miss Compliance (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. Moore

Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Breeder: James Murtagh

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers

Colours: MAROON, WHITE armlets, BLACK cap. Form: 3-42222 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted a good second of 11 in handicap chase (7/1) at Lingfield (20f, soft) 26 days ago Needs to back it up Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

2 RANGATIRA JACK (GB) (56) 7 11 6

Ch g Mount Nelson - Woodland Walk

Owner: Mrs D Robinson Mrs&Mrs Livesey-van Dorst

Trainer: Linda Blackford, Tiverton

Breeder: Miss E. J. Lucas

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and PURPLE (quartered), PURPLE sleeves, WHITE stars. Form: 32-0P54

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser who recorded his best effort in this sphere when fourth of 5 in handicap chase (7/1) at Exeter (19.2f, heavy) 56 days ago Needs to build on it. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91

3 SMART CASUAL

(GB) (30)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rouquine Sauvage

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Mrs Rachael Honeyball

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

7 10 12

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap. Form: B2-3323 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form without winning until a well-held third of 6 in handicap chase at Plumpton (17f, soft) 30 days ago. Cheekpieces go on for first time and he’s the sort to bounce back off a handy-looking mark.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 83

4 CEEJAYBE (GB) (87) 5 10 6

Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Marmande (IRE)

Owner: Mr Chris Butler

Trainer: Jo Davis, East Garston

Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

Sponsor: Equissistant Ltd

Colours: WHITE and RED stripes, BLACK sleeves, WHITE and RED quartered cap Form: 265-0P4

TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced after 6 months off when fourth of 9 in handicap chase at Leicester (20.1f, soft, 28/1) on debut over fences 87 days ago Has since had a wind op so needs considering in his bid for a maiden victory.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81

5 I LOVE YOU SIVOLA (FR) (44)

B g Le Fou (IRE) - Suave de Sivola (FR)

Owner: Mr K. A. Nelmes

Trainer: Helen Nelmes, Dorchester

Breeder: Gilles Trapenard & Claude Gerard Chamber

7 10 4

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE inverted triangle, quartered cap Form: P4P55P

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 20 runs since his last win in 2022 and he was pulled up in handicap chase at Exeter (17.5f, heavy) 44 days ago Hard to make a case for. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75

6 BELLAMY’S GREY

(GB) (17)

Gr g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Lambrini Queen

Owner: Riverdance Consortium 2

Trainer: Carroll Gray, Bridgwater

Breeder: Halewood International Ltd

Sponsor: Sparks Transport

13 10 2

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE triple diamond, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 444-P6P

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Chepstow (23.6f, heavy) 17 days ago

Switches back to fences with work to do. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 67 Harriet Tucker

7 FOX WALLACE (IRE) (22) 7 10 2

B m Mahler - Bob Robin (IRE)

Owner: Mr John Christopher Drake

Trainer: Ella Pickard, Taunton

Breeder: Terence Leonard

Colours: WHITE and LIGHT BLUE check, hooped sleeves, LIGHT BLUE and WHITE check cap Form: 0-PPP6P

TIMEFORM VIEW No sign of ability to date and she’s very hard to warm to from 9lb out of the handicap STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/2/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad jumping error Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 64

Chad Bament (7)

Sean Houlihan

Richie McLernon

James Davies

Brendan Powell

(7)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

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

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

The Result

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2024: MOYTIER (FR) 7 12 0 Harry Cobden 9-4 (Syd Hosie) 8 ran

Betting Forecast:

15-8 Joe Cotton (IRE), 3-1 Smart Casual (GB), 9-2 Rangatira Jack (GB), 15-2 I Love You Sivola (FR), 10-1 Ceejaybe (GB), 50-1 Bellamy’s Grey (GB), Fox Wallace (IRE)

Race Summary:

SMART CASUAL saw his run of good form come to an end when third at Plumpton last time but he’s worth another chance to confirm himself well handicapped with cheekpieces now added. Ceejaybe could emerge as the chief threat on the back of breathing surgery ahead of Rangatira Jack and Joe Cotton.

1-2-3: 1.SMART CASUAL 2.CEEJAYBE 3.RANGATIRA JACK FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972 and the fourth £486. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb Sky Sports Racing will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in the race 14 entries at £40. - Closed February 20th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1 COUNT ADHEMAR (IRE)

B g Westerner - Bobset Leader (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Miss Mary R. Barry

(36)

5 11 6

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap. Form: 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Westerner gelding who showed something to work on when sixth of 12 in bumper at Ayr (16f, soft) on debut just over 5 weeks ago. Quickly switched to hurdling and looks his yard/owner’s second string on paper Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingTheo

2 KINGBEL DU LION (FR) (346)

B g Non Rien de Rien (FR) - Tazabelle du Lion (FR)

Owner: Mrs S. Ricci

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr Jerome Delaunay

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

5 11 6

Colours: PINK, LIGHT GREEN spots, PINK sleeves and cap. Form: 03-

TIMEFORM VIEW French recruit who was seventh in a newcomers race at Auteuil on hurdling debut back in October 2023 (had 3 next-time-out winners ahead of him): Matched that form on chasing debut there 6 months later and should do better having joined a yard adept with such types. Trip should be no issue Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

3

STEAL THE MOVES (IRE) (15)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Tanit

Owner: Jane Arnold and Rene Foulquies

Trainer: Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Breeder: Sean Gorman

Sponsor: Coombs Group

5 11 6

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, MAROON Cross of Lorraine, WHITE sleeves and cap. Form: 2100

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on second of 2 starts in point bumpers (May 2024) but having been well held on his only start in bumpers at Doncaster, it was a similar story sent hurdling at Lingfield (16f, heavy) recently His struggles look set to continue Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4

WINCHMORE HILL (IRE) (32) 8 11 6

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Hats And Heels (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Micheal & Ciara Carty

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, PINK cap.

Form: 2//6-02

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in points back in March 2022 and built on his 2 previous efforts in this sphere in a first-time tongue strap (also had a breathing operation) when second of 8 in maiden at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) last month. Every chance he can go one better Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Tongue Strap worn by No 4.

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

2024: MR BRAMLEY 6 11 2 Henry Brooke 9-2 (Jedd O’Keeffe) 8 ran

Gillard

Charlie Deutsch

James Best

Brian Hughes

This looks a match between KINGBEL DU LION and Winchmore Hill, with preference for the former having joined the excellent Venetia Williams on the back of a couple of promising outings in his native France last season. Donald McCain saddles a couple and his 8-y-o rates as the most obvious threat having found just one too strong at Uttoxeter last month.

1-2-3:

SIXTH RACE 4.35

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000

THE HOPE HOUSE CHILDREN’S HOSPICES CROSS LANES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

2M 3F 123Y

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 24th. Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Hope House will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed February 20th, 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 Jockey

1 JEU D’OPALE (FR) (16) 7 12 0

Ch g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Opale Jolie (FR)

Owner: Opale Partnership

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mrs Pascale Herbin

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW chevrons on sleeves. Form: 4522/1/-5

TIMEFORM VIEW A winner over fences on final outing for H. & G. Lageneste & Macaire (sold for EUR55,000), has taken a long time to make it to the track for his current connections and most likely needed the run going without his usual tongue strap after 33 months off when last of 5 at Plumpton recently Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

2 THE SECRET PEARL (IRE) (19)

B m Mahler - And Whatever Else (IRE)

Owner: The Soldiers of Fortune

Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

Sponsor: Winwood Construction UK Ltd

6 11 13

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stars, RED and WHITE hooped sleeves, RED cap. Form: 50-3354

TIMEFORM VIEW Matched the pick of her novice form sent handicapping when fourth of 11 at this course (16.7f, heavy, 20/1) 19 days ago, barely adequate test Step back up in trip will suit and must enter calculations.Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 102

3

ROCK HURLEY (FR) (18)

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 11

Colours: MAROON, BEIGE cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, BEIGE stars, DARK BLUE cap, BEIGE star. Form: 065-534

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-y-o winner in France but failed to build on the promise of his last run when only fourth of 5 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, heavy) 18 days ago Blinkers on for 1st time Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 Brian Hughes

4 C’EST DIFFERENT (FR) (4) 5

B g Manatee - Narvica Gravelle (FR) (in 7lb ex)

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd

Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Breeder: M G. Cousin, M P. Havard, Mme J. Cousin

11 10

Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap. Form: 654011

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2 from 2 in handicaps in 10-runner event at Chepstow (19.4f, soft) 4 days ago, bit in hand. More to come and will prove hard to beat under a 7-lb penalty Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 92 (+17)

5 TWYFORD’S DIAMOND (GB) (32) 6 11 8

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Overthrow

Owner: Strutting Cockerels 2

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Richard Johnson

Sponsor: Fitzdares

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED diamond, BLACK sleeves. Form: 352-P24

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who wasn’t disgraced back up in trip when fourth in 11-runner handicap at Uttoxeter (19.9f, soft) 32 days ago. More needed for win purposes, however. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

6 FORCE DE FRAP (FR) (39) 10 11 6

B g Desir d’Un Soir (FR) - Flaurella (FR)

Owner: Emma Bishop Racing Club

Trainer: Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr Georges Lacombe

Sponsor: Coombs Group

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, SCARLET striped sleeves, WHITE cap. Form: 25-5F4P C

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who ran no sort of race when pulled up in handicap chase at Taunton (16f, good to soft, 9/1) 39 days ago, losing touch long way out. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/1/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

Charlie Deutsch

Luke Scott (5)

Dylan Johnston (3)

Kielan Woods

James Best

7 TAN LAW (IRE) (21)

B g Malinas (GER) - Liss Iontach (IRE)

Owner: Coltherd Racing Club

Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Breeder: Niall Flynn

Sponsor: Bell Rural Solutions

7 11 1

Colours: WHITE, RED star, RED sleeves, WHITE spots. Form: P-06304

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who seemed not to stay when fourth of 12 in 27f handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (soft, 50/1) 21 days ago Return to shorter an obvious plus.

8 RICHARDSON (GB) (17)

Ch g Kirkwall - Makeover

Owner: Mrs Belinda Clarke

Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Breeder: G. D. Kendrick

10 10 4

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap. Form: 3343-51 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run after 9 months off in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy) 17 days ago, jumping on last before idling late on. Nudged up 5lb and may struggle to follow up

9 LEADING THE WAY (IRE) (18) 9 10 2

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Another Flower (IRE)

Owner: Ms G. Howell

Trainer: Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Breeder: Richard Healy

Sponsor: NDS Equine Nutrition

Colours: YELLOW, MAUVE epaulets. Form: 040-PP5

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who remains easy to oppose from well out of the weights.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 9. The Result 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

Betting Forecast:

EVENS C’Est Different (FR), 6-1The Secret Pearl (IRE), 15-2 Richardson (GB), 11-1 Rock Hurley (FR), 18-1 Jeu d’Opale (FR), Tan Law (IRE), 20-1 Force de Frap (FR), 22-1 Twyford’s Diamond (GB), 150-1 Leading The Way (IRE)

Race Summary:

C’EST DIFFERENT followed up his Carlisle win from the same mark at Chepstow 5 days on and, with the best of him still to come, he’s taken to complete a quick-fire hat-trick under a penalty. The Secret Pearl is feared most with the step back up in trip sure to suit

1-2-3:

1.C’EST DIFFERENT (FR) 2.THE SECRET PEARL (IRE) 3.RICHARDSON

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SEVENTH RACE 5.10

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

THE BANGOR POINT TO POINT 9TH MARCH CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 24th. Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, 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 February 23rd, 2025, 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 have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 15 entries at £45. - Closed February 20th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

1 FARMER JIMMY (GB) (14) 5 12 0

Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Viva Victoria

Owner: J Scarrow, I Barker & S Turner

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Miss S. J. Turner

Sponsor: Cube3 Construction Ltd

Colours: WHITE, RED stars, RED sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap, RED star Form: 3-60501

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for a switch to handicaps over a longer trip when scoring over 2 1/2m at Wetherby 2 weeks ago Further step up in trip promises to suit and a 4lb higher mark doesn’t look enough to prevent the follow up Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98

2 PURE SIRLOIN (IRE) (15)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Shedan (IRE)

Owner: The Border Racers

Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso

Breeder: Mr Patrick Delaney

7 11 10

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, YELLOW sash, WHITE and YELLOW hooped cap Form: P-046P3

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran better than for a while in first-time cheekpieces when creditable third of 13 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (24.3f, soft) 15 days ago His task is to now build on that. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

3

SUPERIOR GLANCE (GB) (9)

Br m Passing Glance - Qualitee

Owner: The Ed-Chester Partnership

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Miss R. J. Rowland

Sponsor: Tote

10 11 9

Colours: RED, WHITE chevron, halved sleeves, RED and WHITE striped cap Form: 1///-6452

TIMEFORM VIEW Won her sole start in point bumpers in 2020 but has yet to better modest form over hurdles, including when no match for easy winner at Southwell (24.3f, soft) last week. Improvement needed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93 (-1)

4 HENRYSBROTHERJACK (GB)

B g Jack Hobbs - Box of Trix (IRE)

Owner: The Towcester Three

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Aiden Murphy

Sponsor: Motaclan

(22) 6 11 6

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, WHITE chevron, WHITE sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap Form: 460-015 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark when landing odds in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, heavy) in December, forging clear Unsuited by emphasis on speed at Market Rasen subsequently, so worth another chance from this mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90

5 GOGUENARD (FR) (36)

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ouchka (FR)

Owner: Les Petits Coquins

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

Breeder: Mr Herve Robert & Mrs Adeline De Vitton

Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

9 10 11

Colours: DARK GREEN and ROYAL BLUE check. Form: 100-P44

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well switched to handicap hurdles last season, again showing a good attitude when scoring for the third time at Stratford (2 3/4m, heavy) in March. However, there have been very few positives to take from his 3 efforts over fences this term. Reverts to hurdling in first-time cheekpieces. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81

6

GETAWAY WITH YOU (GB) (46)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Dizzy Frizzy

Owner: Getaway With You Partnership

Trainer: Billy Aprahamian, Towcester

Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Fairfax & Favor Ltd

7 10 11

Colours: MAUVE, large EMERALD GREEN spots, MAUVE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN spots, WHITE cap Form: 620232

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs but again ran creditably when second of 9 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) 46 days ago Tongue strap on for 1st time Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81 Joe Anderson

No Horse Age st lb

Jockey

Tom Midgley

Bruce Lynn

Jack Hogan

Lewis Stones

Harry Atkins (3)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. The Result

2024: GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) 6 11 12 Fergus Gillard 9-2 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran

Betting Forecast:

15-8 Farmer Jimmy (GB), 3-1 Getaway With You (GB), 4-1 Henrysbrotherjack (GB), 8-1 Pure Sirloin (IRE), 11-1 Superior Glance (GB), 16-1 Goguenard (FR)

Race Summary:

FARMER JIMMY was much improved when making a successful handicap debut at Wetherby 2 weeks ago and is fancied to follow up with the further increase in trip promising to suit Henrysbrotherjack is worth another chance back under more testing conditions and rates the main threat ahead of Getaway With You.

1-2-3:

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FARRIER

JIM BLURTON

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

LOUISE STEWART

CLERK OF THE COURSE

RORY INNES

GENERAL MANAGER

PADDY CHESTERS

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

ANDREW MALAM

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

CAT COLBECK

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING

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

EVACUATION PROCEDURE

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

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

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

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

• Take your belongings with you;

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