Chelmsford City Racecard - Thursday 29th February

Floodlit Racing

Thursday 29th February 2024

Officials

Thursday 29th February 2024

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

CHIEF STEWARD

Tony McGlone

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR

Sarah Ellison STEWARDS

Ben Ford, Simon Kirk, Tomas O’Brien, Gwen Thomas STARTERS

Willie Jardine

Kieran O’Shea

JUDGE

David Hicks

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Jeremy Lind

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Elizabeth Budden, John Bramhill, Julie Lingham

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Piers Reinhold

Dr Graeme Robertson

VETERINARY OFFICER

Sally Bate

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Mark Murrell MA, VetMB, CertES (Orth), MRCVS

Mark Meter B.V.SC., MRCVS

Ralph Hege DVM MRCVS COMMENTATOR

John Hunt

BETTING RING MANAGER

James Andrews

RACECOURSE TEAM

CHAIRMAN

Joe Scanlon MANAGING DIRECTOR

Phil Siers

RACING DIRECTOR

Neil Graham COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

Nathan Holmes

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Michael Prosser

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Jamie Waitt

TONIGHT’S RACING

TONIGHT’S SPONSORS

Welcome to Chelmsford City Racecourse

As we look forward to the summer, we are making plans for our three most valuable races of the year: The Woodford Reserve Cardinal Stakes, The ITM Listed Chelmer Stakes and The Champagne Collet Listed Queen Charlotte Stakes.

The Cardinal Stakes, on Saturday, 6th April, has £100,000 in prize money and offers the opportunity, potentially, to run in the Kentucky Derby. The race was won last year by Bold Act with the multiple Group-winning Brave Emperor finishing second. Our two listed races on Thursday, 2nd May and Sunday, 7th July have attracted some top-class fillies such as the 1000 Guineas winner, Billesdon Brook and the Group 1 winner, Highfield Princess.

Come and join us this summer to witness some of the best horses in the world, competing here at Chelmsford City Racecourse!

Neil Graham Racing Director

Site Map

This map will help you navigate the racecourse. We hope you have an enjoyable experience, taking in the thrilling racing and excellent hospitality. There are betting facilities located in the lobby area, which connects the Fairwood Brasserie and Sports Bar.

How to read your racecard

Horse number on saddlecloth

Horse Name

Sire No of days since last race

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

Draw Weight St-Lbs Dam Age Damsire

7 PARK LANE DANCER (IRE) (11)

Owner(s)

colours and graphic

4 9-2 (1)

Br Br g Elzaam (AUS) - Greatest Dancer (IRE) (Iffraaj) Paul Hanagan J

O Simon Mulvany & Partner John Quinn, Malton T

B Ballyhane Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled April 20 €15,000 yearling, Elzaam gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 6f Capla Dancer Dam,2-y-o6fwinner,half-sistertosmartwinnerupto8.3fDonncha.

Owner(s)

TFRHHIII BHA-

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.

First Race 5.30

THE bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4955, 2nd £2478, 3rd £1238, 4th £619, 5th £310 (Penalty Value £6280.80)

CITY SELECTIONS

Preference is for CINQUE VERDE, who was on target over C&D a fortnight ago. She was nudged up 2lb for that effort, but this looks a good opportunity given Jack Doughty can claim his full 7lb. Twilight Madness is the main danger as he has held his form well since winning at Lingfield on New Year’s Eve, while Dubai Station rates best of the rest.

CINQUE VERDE

Twilight Madness

Leading course trainer (19-24): T Carroll (19 wins from 200 runners, 10%) runs CINQUE VERDE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Carroll (3 wins from 39 runners, 8%) runs CINQUE VERDE

Longest Traveller: CINQUE VERDE trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 166 miles.

Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse

1 DUBAI STATION (GB) (11) 560-050 C D

9-9 (3)

Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Princess Guest (IRE) Luke Morris J

O Mr R. Moore Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning T

B Hall of Fame Stud World Cargo Solutions Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWElevenrunssincelastwinin2023andseemstobeinalullfornow,beatingonlyonehomein11-runner handicapatKempton(6f)11daysago.Blinkersonfor1sttime. TFRHHHII BHA81(-3)

2 TWILIGHT MADNESS (GB) (25) 0201-24 D

9-7 (4)

Br Ch h Twilight Son - Rhal (IRE) J

O Mr P. R. Hedger & P C F Racing Ltd

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

NON-RUNNER

Simon Hodgson, Hook T

gson,

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a drop in the weights at Lingfield in December and has run respectably both outingssubsequently TFRHHHHI BHA79

3 BERT KIBBLER (GB) (262) 502056- D 6 9-3 (2)

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Annie Beach (IRE) Billy Garritty J

O Mrs Hayley Wallis Charlie Wallis, Ardleigh T

B Mrs S. C. Barron

TIMEFORMVIEWCamehomelastof6infirst-timecheekpieces(8/1)atPontefract(5f,goodtofirm)whenlastseeninJune. Haswonfreshbeforesonotcompletelydismissedsettingoutforanewyardafter8monthsoff. TFRHHHII BHA75

4 CINQUE VERDE (GB) (14) 02405-1 CD

4 9-1 (5)

Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Gregoria (IRE) Jack Doughty (7) J

O Wellbelove, Williams & Partners

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Gregoria Partnership racehorse-ownership.com S

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever returning from 4 months off when winning 5-runner handicap (12/1) at this C&D14daysago.Nudgedupjust2lbsohasasolidchanceoffollowingup. TFRHHHHI BHA73

5 MICK’S SPIRIT (GB) (18) 554-511 CD

6 9-0 (1)

Br B g Swiss Spirit - Fortunately Darragh Keenan J

O John C Davies and Partner

Conrad Allen, Newmarket T

B Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Arabian Shield Insurance Company S

TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwinningwaysinemphaticfashionin6-runnerhandicapatLingfield(5f,AW)18daysago, goingclearover1foutandkeepingonwell.Looksuptocompletingthehat-trick.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

TFRHHHHH BHA72

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note:

BERT KIBBLER: Following its run on 12/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was outpaced.

Probable S.P’s: Evens Twilight Madness (GB), 6-4Cinque Verde (GB), 7-1 Dubai Station (GB), 16-1 Bert Kibbler (GB) PLAY SMARTER

CINQUE VERDE won well under her promising rider here on her return a fortnight ago and can strike again. Twilight Madness might be the danger

2.TWILIGHT

Br

Second Race 6.00

THE bet365 6 HORSES CHALLENGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650

CITY SELECTIONS

A few with chances, so only a tentative vote can go to DARK SIDE PRINCE. Jessica Macey’s gelding struggled last time out, but he drops in class and is now 4lb below his last winning mark. Stall one ought to work in his favour too and it would come as no surprise were he to return to form. Cabeza De Llave did well to come from off the pace to win here 20 days ago, while Araifjan must also be taken seriously

DARK SIDE PRINCE

Cabeza De Llave

Leading course trainer (19-24): M Appleby (78 wins from 617 runners, 13%) runs MEHMO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (6 wins from 48 runners, 12%) runs MEHMO

Longest Traveller: WEDGEWOOD trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 166 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

Owners Prize Money 1st £3108, 2nd £1554, 3rd £777, 4th £389, 5th £194, 6th £97. (Penalty Value £3942.80) colours no horse age st- lb Draw

1 DARK SIDE PRINCE (GB) (49) 34634-5 CD 7 9-9 (1)

Br B g Equiano (FR) - Dark Side Princess Lewis Edmunds J

O Mr M. M. Foulger Jessica Macey, Doncaster T

B Mr M. M. Foulger Bred Thorough Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Tongue strap on first time (discarded), below form fifth of 10 in handicap (5/1) atSouthwell(5f)49daysago.

2 ALAFDHAL (IRE) (13) 050-310 C

62

6 9-8 (7)

Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Afdhaad Rossa Ryan J

O Mr Trevor Johnson Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fout-time course winner Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Seventh of 8 in handicap at back Wolverhampton(6f,7/2)13daysago.Engaged8.00KemptonWednesday TFRHHHII BHA61

3 CABEZA DE LLAVE (GB) (20) 0403-51 CD

5 9-7 (5)

Br Ch g Pearl Secret - Speed Princess (IRE) William Carson J

O Dare To Dream Racing Michael Attwater, Epsom T

B Andrew Davis daretodreamracing.Co.UK S

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved on recent efforts to win 6-runner C&D handicap 20 days ago. A 3lb rise may not prevent himgoinginagain. TFRHHHHH BHA60

4 JOSIES KID (IRE) (7) 05U366 CD

5 9-7 (2)

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Low Cut Affair (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J

O Miss Alice Haynes Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B KCS Bloodstock Ltd Coral Racing Limited, Alice Haynes Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 25/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at this course (6f) 7 days ago, merely closing up late. Visorbackon. TFRHHHII BHA60(-1)

5 ARAIFJAN (GB) (11) 00-0052 C D

7 9-6 (6)

Br Ch g Kyllachy - Light Hearted Tom Eaves J

O Mrs H. Lloyd-Herrington Michael Herrington, Willoughton T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time course winner Creditable second of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 9/1) 11 days ago. Canmakepresencefelt. TFRHHHHI BHA59(+3)

6 WEDGEWOOD (GB) (17) 13540-0 D

4 9-5 (4)

Br B f Outstrip - Gorgeous (FR) Luke Morris J

O Wedgewood Estates Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Lunways Farm Stud Wedgewood Estates S

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a 5f Wolverhampton hat-trick last spring but has struggled since, finishing last of 8 at Wolverhampton17daysago. TFRHHIII BHA58

7 PABLO DEL PUEBLO (IRE) (14) 42-0350 D

6 9-5 (3)

Br B g Kodiac - Solar Event Georgia Dobie (3) J

O Mr Robert Moss Simon Dow, Epsom T

B Norelands Bloodstock Simon Dow S

TIMEFORMVIEWFifteenrunssincelastwinin2023 28/1,eighthof9inhandicapatthiscourse(6f)14daysago.

TFRHHIII BHA58

8 MEHMO (IRE) (7) 033-223 D

6 9-4 (9)

Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Baltic Belle (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Mr Tom Bownes Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Tally-Ho Stud KJ Bownes & Sons S

TIMEFORMVIEWThreewinsfrom16runslastyear Placedforthefifthstartinsuccessionwhenthirdof10inhandicapat Newcastle(5f)7daysago.Thisconsistenttypeshouldbeonthepremisesagain.

9 MUNIFICENT (GB) (17) 0460-44 D

TFRHHHHI BHA57

6 9-1 (8)

Br B g Pearl Secret - Hulcote Rose (IRE) Joey Haynes J

O Mulligans Racing club Chelsea Banham, Newmarket T

B HR Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton (5f) in September. 3/1, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton(5f)17daysago.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

TFRHHHII BHA54

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note:

ALAFDHAL: Following its run on 16/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

WEDGEWOOD: Following its run on 12/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

PABLO DEL PUEBLO: Following its run on 15/2/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Cabeza de Llave (GB), 11-2 Araifjan (GB), Munificent (GB), 6-1 Mehmo (IRE), 13-2 Alafdhal (IRE), 15-2 Dark Side Prince (GB), 16-1 Josies Kid (IRE), 20-1 Pablo Del Pueblo (IRE), 28-1 Wedgewood (GB)

If CABEZA DE LLAVE is in the same form as when scoring here 3 weeks ago a 3lb rise may not stop him. Araifjan has gained his 4 course wins over 6f but he is effective at the minimum trip and is second choice ahead of the reliable Mehmo.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CABEZA DE LLAVE 2.ARAIFJAN 3.MEHMO (IRE) RACE RESULT TIME:

Third Race 6.30 1m

THE bet365

FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB

RACE)

for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £8500 Owners Prize Money 1st £3627, 2nd £1813, 3rd £907, 4th £453 (Penalty Value £4590)

CITY SELECTIONS

Cocktail Dress kept on powerfully when narrowly denied over 7f here last week and she is likely to mount a serious challenge now sent over the mile. However, there has been no stopping Charlie Appleby of late and his newcomer MAGICAL HOPE gets the nod. Bred in the purple, she is likely to thrive over further in time but this looks a good starting point. More Than A Feelin shaped with promise on her debut and is noted too.

MAGICAL HOPE

Cocktail Dress

Leading course trainer (19-24): R Varian (34 wins from 146 runners, 23%) runs ORCHARD KEEPER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Appleby (11 wins from 23 runners, 48%) runs MAGICAL HOPE

Fancy That: C Appleby won this race in 2020 and 2023. The stable runs MAGICAL HOPE today.

Longest Travellers: All horses trained at Newmarket, 47 miles.

Breeding O Owner

colours no horse age st- lb Draw

1 ADELABELLA (IRE) (-)

4 10-2 (2)

Br B f Mukhadram - Comfort In Sound (USA) Adam Farragher J

O Racehorse Ownership Club

Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B Stratford Place Stud Racehorse Ownership Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Mukhadram filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Valpolicella and 6f winner Grand Cru Gaga. Damunracedhalf-sistertouseful6fwinnerChocoya.

TFRHHHII BHA-

2 BABY BELLE (IRE) (15) 05 5 10-2 (7)

Br Ch m Belardo (IRE) - Berry Baby (IRE) Grace McEntee (3) J

O Mr W. Prosser Martin Dunne, Newmarket T

B Mrs Ana Alice Byrne

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 250/1, fifth of 7 in maiden at Kempton (8f) 15 days ago, missing break. Noappealinthiscompany

3 COCKTAIL DRESS (GB) (7) 4-2

TFRHIIII BHA-

3 8-11 (1)

Br B f Too Darn Hot - Honorina Oisin Murphy J

O Qatar Racing Limited

George Boughey, Newmarket T

B The Honorina Partnership Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to fairly useful 7f winner Counsel, from good family Easy to back, head second of 6 in maidenatthiscourse(7f,9/2)onreturn7weeksago.Opentofurtherimprovement. TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 MAGICAL HOPE (GB) (-)

3 8-11 (4)

Br B f Frankel - Magical Touch David Probert J

O Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORMVIEW Frankel filly Dam smart 11f-14.5f winner who stayed 15.4f. From great family and of obvious interest fortopyardwhohavehadanumberofwinningnewcomersagainthisyear

5 MOONLIGHT EXPRESS (GB) (23) 6

TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 8-11 (3)

Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Sharnberry Daniel Muscutt J

O Clipper James Fanshawe, Newmarket T

B Mr S. Chappell

TIMEFORMVIEW85,000gnsyearling.Half-sistertowinnersupto11/4mCoaseandCloudlam.Tonguestrapon,sixthin maidenatWolverhampton(8.6f,18/1)ondebut23daysago,havinghopelesstaskfromposition. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 MORE THAN A FEELIN (IRE) (21) 4 BF 3 8-11 (5)

Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Aegean Girl (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J

O Mrs Paul Shanahan Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Lynch Bages Ltd Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW€55,000yearling.Damunracedhalf-sistertoverysmart6fwinnerLightningMoon.9/4fav,fourthof8 inmaidenatNewcastle(8f)ondebut21daysago,unabletosustaineffort.Opentoimprovement. TFRHHHII BHA7 ORCHARD KEEPER (IRE) (23) 02 3 8-11 (6)

Br B f Churchill (IRE) - Fearn’s Pippin Raul Da Silva J

O Mr William Crager Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Apple Tree Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWPromisingindividual.4/1,muchimprovedwhensecondinmaidenatWolverhampton(8.6f)23daysago, caughtfurtherbackthanideal.Thatraceisworkingoutandshecanprogressfurther

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: SITHCHEAN (IRE) 3 8 12 Harry Davies 8-15 (Charlie Appleby) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Magical Hope (GB), 11-4 Cocktail Dress (GB), 3-1 Orchard Keeper (IRE), 15-2 More Than A Feelin (IRE), 25-1 Moonlight Express (GB), 80-1 Adelabella (IRE), 250-1 Baby Belle (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

The well-bred MAGICAL HOPE is taken to make a successful start. Orchard Keeper is a big player after her much-improved showing at Wolverhampton, while Cocktail Dress just failed on her return here last week having been easy to back and can progress further up in trip.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MAGICAL HOPE 2.ORCHARD KEEPER (IRE) 3.COCKTAIL

Fourth Race 7.00 1m

THE IT’S NEVER ORDINARY AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650

Owners Prize Money 1st £3159, 2nd £1580, 3rd £789, 4th £395, 5th £197 (Penalty Value £4004)

CITY SELECTIONS

Stepping up to a mile was a key factor in an improved effort from IVASECRET when the gelding comfortably landed a class 5 handicap at Kempton last week and, given he has won off much higher marks in the past, a 5lb penalty might not be enough to prevent him following up here Roscioli can also figure if building on his recent near-miss at the same venue, while Lunarscape is also respected.

IVASECRET

Roscioli

Leading course trainer (19-24): I Williams (19 wins from 139 runners, 14%) runs IVASECRET

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Williams (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs IVASECRET

Longest Traveller: VENETIAN trained by S Davis, Ireland.

Breeding O Owner B Breeder J

colours no horse age st- lb Draw

1 IVASECRET (IRE) (8) 000-001 D 6 10-0 (in 5lb ex) (2)

Br B g Ivawood (IRE) - Ziggy’s Secret Charles Bishop J

O Mr Brendan Doorly Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Mr Robert Norton

TIMEFORMVIEWAttractedsupportandtookadvantageofmuch-reducedmarkwhenwinning9-runnerhandicap(15/2)at Kempton(1m)8daysago,travellingfluentlyandleadingfinal1f.Respectedunderapenalty. TFRHHHHH BHA65(+4)

2 LUNARSCAPE (GB) (20) 223-052 4 9-9 (5)

Br Gr f Cityscape - Moon Song Billy Loughnane J

O S & A Mares, W Fisher & Partner Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T

B Hunscote Stud Limited Pinfields S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2022 Creditable second of 5 in handicap at this C&D (11/2) 20daysago,concedingfirstrun.Cheekpiecesbackon.Meritsconsideration.

3 DION BAKER (IRE) (17) 3-20025

TFRHHHII BHA65

5 9-9 (1)

Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Tiga Tuan (FR) Adam Farragher J

O Carl Appleton & Peter Edwards Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B Mr T. A. Rahman Jess Edwards - McTimoney Animal Therapist S

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 29 Flat runs. 4/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 17daysago.Othersmorepersuasive.

4 MONKMOOR PIP (GB) (23) 3050-03 D

TFRHHHII BHA65

4 9-7 (4)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Jal Mahal Oisin Murphy J

O Mr D. R. Passant

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Greenhous Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWBlinkeredfor1sttime,gotbackontrackwhenthirdof10inhandicap(28/1)atWolverhampton(8.6f) 23daysago.BookingofMurphyaplusanddowntoahandymarkifbackingthatuphere TFRHHHHI BHA63

5 VENETIAN (IRE) (29) 60000-0 D

4 9-4 (6)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Venetian Beauty (USA) Sean Davis J

O Mr Paul A. Davis Sean Davis, Ireland T

B Chris & James McHale

TIMEFORMVIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2022 Seventh of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (7f, 50/1) 29 days ago, notclearrun2foutandrunningon.Worthnotingifthemarketspeaksinhisfavour TFRHHHII BHA60

6 GIVE A LITTLE BACK (FR) (14) 0005-30

Br B g Zelzal (FR) - Boyarynya (USA)

O Amy Murphy

5 9-3 (8)

Hollie Doyle J

Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

B Mr A. Milovanov Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWOnewinfrom25Flatruns.11/1,lastof9inhandicapatSouthwell(8.1f)14daysago,slowlyaway. Blinkersbackon.

7 ROSCIOLI (GB) (50) 24640-3 D

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Never Lose

TFRHHHII BHA59

6 9-3 (7)

Rossa Ryan J

O Only Fools Have Horses Brett Johnson, Epsom T B Tibthorpe Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWCreditablethirdof12inhandicapatKempton(8f,5/1)50daysago,clearofrest.Playerinthisgrade ifhecanbackthatupnow

TFRHHHII BHA59

Br

Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8 POINT OF FACT (GB) (7) 00000-6

5 8-11 (3)

Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Rip Roaring Luke Morris J

O Mr Charlie Pigram

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket T

Highfield Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022 Possibly needed the run on back of 4 months off when sixth in handicap(14/1)atthiscourse(10f)7daysago.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

TFRHHIII BHA53(-3)

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Monkmoor Pip (GB), 9-2 Ivasecret (IRE), 11-2 Dion Baker (IRE), 6-1 Lunarscape (GB), 13-2 Roscioli (GB), 11-1 Give A Little Back (FR), 14-1 Venetian (IRE), 16-1 Point of Fact (GB)

It could be worth siding with the penalised IVASECRET, who found the return to this trip firmly in his favour when running out a good winner at Kempton 8 days ago and he remains with plenty of scope from a handicapping perspective on old form. Monkmoor Pip following a good run at Wolverhampton/re-united with Oisin Murphy rates the lead danger, ahead of Lunarscape.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IVASECRET (IRE) 2.MONKMOOR PIP 3.LUNARSCAPE

RACE RESULT TIME: DISTANCE:

1st 3rd 2nd 4th

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Fifth Race 7.30

THE bet365 BEST ODDS

GUARANTEED

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650

Owners Prize Money 1st £3159, 2nd £1580, 3rd £789, 4th £395, 5th £197 (Penalty Value £4004)

CITY SELECTIONS

The handicapper has given the consistent DOVES OF PEACE a chance despite him finishing third in six of his last eight starts. With track and trip both ideal, the Michael Bell-trained gelding holds a strong chance of gaining a first career success. Ballybaymoonshiner won over 7f at Kempton two starts ago and commands respect, while Captain Wentworth can also figure back over this trip.

DOVES OF PEACE

Ballybaymoonshiner

Leading course trainer (19-24): M Bell (31 wins from 177 runners, 18%) runs DOVES OF PEACE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Carroll (3 wins from 39 runners, 8%) runs OVERLAND

Longest Traveller: OVERLAND trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 166 miles.

Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse age st- lb Draw

1 HERSILIA (GB) (114) 0/04020- 5 9-9 (2)

Br B m Adaay (IRE) - Vespasia Rob Hornby J

O Mrs Fiona Williams Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T

B Mrs F. S. Williams

TIMEFORM VIEW Ninth of 10 in handicap (5/2) at Lingfield (7f, AW). Off 114 days. First run for yard after leaving CharlesHillswithmoreneeded. TFRHHIII BHA52

2 CAPTAIN WENTWORTH (GB) (27) 2060-00 4 9-9 (3)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Jumira Princess (IRE) Luke Morris J

O Mr Dave James John Butler, Newmarket T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORMVIEW14/1,seventhof9inhandicapatLingfield(6f,AW)27daysago,nearestfinish.Meritsconsideration nowbackat7finhisbidforamaidensuccess.

TFRHHHHI BHA52

3 BALLYBAYMOONSHINER (FR) (22) 3220-15 D 6 9-9 (9)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Haven’s Wave (IRE) Shane Kelly J

O Gallaghers Murty McGrath, Maidstone T

B Silfield Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over 7f at Kempton in January. 5/1, respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 22daysago.Inthemixrevertedintrip.

4 AMBER DEW (GB) (14) 000-100

TFRHHHHI BHA52

5 9-9 (4)

Br B m Showcasing - Roxy Star (IRE) Dominique van der Kraats (7) J

O Crest Racing VII & Partners Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Mrs D. J. James Kpf Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in January. 9/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 14 days ago so needstobounceback.

5 ZENO (FR) (248) 5540-

TFRHHHII BHA52

4 9-9 (5)

If rnes R)

Br B g Iffraaj - Farnesina (FR) J

O Mr C Humphris & Mr D Howard Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B M. Cyril Humphris

TIMEFORMVIEW

NON-RUNNER

6 RUMAILAH (USA) (12) 500/-0

TFRIIIII BHA52

5 9-8 (1)

Br Ch m Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Sandiva (IRE) Adam Farragher J

O G Linder J Williams & M Wigham Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B Al Shaqab Racing Pandora X Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 100/1) 12 days ago. Morerequiredonherpolytrackdebut. TFRHHIII BHA51

7 DOVES OF PEACE (IRE) (20) 643-333

4 9-8 (8)

Br B g Camacho - Petits Potins (IRE) Hector Crouch J

O Mr J Lonsdale and Partner Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Knocktoran Stud Michael Bell Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 20 days ago. Can give another goodaccount.

TFRHHHII BHA51

Br

8 UNITED FORCE (IRE) (10) 06-0426 D

Br B g Showcasing - Pure Innocence (IRE)

4 9-7 (6)

Marco Ghiani J

O Forces Unite Partnership Clare Hobson, Royston T

B Branton Court Stud Clare Hobson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 12 runs since last win in 2023 but he arrives in good nick, sixth of 11 in minor event (15/2) atLingfield(8f,AW)10daysago.Hastobetakenseriouslybackinhandicapcompany

TFRHHHHH BHA50

9 OVERLAND (GB) (12) 50-0605 4 9-3 (7)

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Authoritarian Tom Eaves J

O Longview Stud & Bloodstock Ltd

B Longview Stud & Bloodstock Ltd

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who wasn’t discredited when fifth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 12daysago.Onefortheshortlist.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

TFRHHHII BHA38

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7.

Stewards Note:

HERSILIA: Following its run on 7/11/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

CAPTAIN WENTWORTH: Following its run on 2/2/2024 it was reported that the horse never travelled.

DOVES OF PEACE: Following its run on 9/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Ballybaymoonshiner (FR), 9-2 Captain Wentworth (GB), 5-1 United Force (IRE), 11-2 Doves of Peace (IRE), 13-2 Hersilia (GB), 10-1 Amber Dew (GB), 25-1 Rumailah (USA), 33-1 Overland (GB)

A tight-knit handicap in which marginal preference is for UNITED FORCE who reverts to handicap company on a handy-looking mark and can end a lengthy losing sequence. Captain Wentworth is feared most now reverted to his optimum distance ahead of in-form pair Ballybaymoonshiner and Doves of Peace.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.UNITED FORCE (IRE) 2.CAPTAIN WENTWORTH 3.BALLYBAYMOONSHINER (FR)

RACE RESULT TIME: DISTANCE: 1st 3rd 2nd 4th

PLAY SMARTER

Sixth Race 8.00

THE DOWNLOAD THE bet365 APP CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650 Owners Prize Money 1st £3159, 2nd £1580, 3rd

5th £197 (Penalty Value £4004)

CITY SELECTIONS

Q TWENTY BOY’s last appearance in a classified event saw him victorious at Wolverhampton last month and the nine-year-old makes plenty of appeal based on his recent second at the same venue in handicap company Admirable Lad has been in mostly consistent form since the beginning of the year and is expected to be competitive once again, while Viewfromthestars is capable of going close.

Q TWENTY BOY Admirable Lad

Leading course trainer (19-24): S C Williams (53 wins from 428 runners, 12%) runs UNIVERSAL GRACE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Carroll (3 wins from 39 runners, 8%) runs RED ALERT

Longest Traveller: RED ALERT trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 166 miles.

HIIII BHA40

3 Q TWENTY BOY (IRE) (10) 20-4162 CD BF 9 9-9 (7)

Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Judies Child (IRE) Jack Enright (7) J

O The Mark Usher Racing Club Mark Usher, Lambourn T

B Mrs Lucy Lynch Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. 11/4, good second of 8 in handicap backthere(6f)10daysago.Expectedtobebangthere. TFRHHHHH BHA50(+2)

4 RED ALERT (GB) (31) 00006-0 CD 10 9-9 (6)

Br B g Sleeping Indian - Red Sovereign William Carson J

O Mill House Racing Syndicate Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Miss Jacqueline Goodearl Mill House Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner 33/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6f) on reappearance 31 days ago, alwaysbehindaftermissingthebreak.

5 SUMAC (IRE) (8) 00-4320

48

4 9-9 (2)

Br Ch g Belardo (IRE) - Spring Eternal Billy Garritty J

O Mrs Hayley Wallis Charlie Wallis, Ardleigh T

B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 18 starts. Bit below form seventh of 13 in classified event (18/1) at Kempton (7f)8daysago.

TFRHHIII BHA48(-1)

6 UNIVERSAL GRACE (GB) (7) 3-50262 C 4 9-9 (5)

Br B f Brazen Beau (AUS) - Spritzig Sean Levey J

O Mr David Fremel Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

B Aileen Chua Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. One win from 22 Flat runs. Creditable second of 7 in classified event over C&D 7daysago.

7 VIEWFROMTHESTARS (IRE) (28) 0466-25

TFRHHHHI BHA47

5 9-9 (1)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Condensed Hayley Turner J

O Champagne And Shambles Mark Usher, Lambourn T

B Mr Thomas Hore Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 26 Flat runs but went very close over C&D in January. Respectable fifth of 9 insimilarbackhere4weeksago.Respected.

TFRHHHHI BHA49

8 WRATH OF HECTOR (GB) (24) 5564-64 D

7 9-9 (3)

Br B g Mayson - Dutch Mistress Ben Sanderson (3) J

O Miss J. R. Macey Jessica Macey, Doncaster T

B Ferdlant Stud Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest gelding. Twenty one runs since last win in 2022 Respectable fourth of 10 in classified event atSouthwell(7f,9/1)24daysago. TFRHHHII BHA45

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note:

LEGAL MIND: Following its run on 19/2/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Q Twenty Boy (IRE), 4-1 Viewfromthestars (IRE), 5-1 Universal Grace (GB), 15-2 Admirable Lad (GB), 17-2 Wrath of Hector (GB), 12-1 Sumac (IRE), 20-1 Red Alert (GB), 50-1 Legal Mind (GB)

Q TWENTY BOY has been in pretty good form since the autumn and might be good for another win here The chief threat may come from stablemate Viewfromthestars. Universal Grace and Admirable Lad are others likely to be on the premises.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.Q TWENTY BOY (IRE) 2.VIEWFROMTHESTARS (IRE) 3.UNIVERSAL GRACE

RACE RESULT TIME:

DISTANCE: 1st 3rd 2nd 4th

Seventh Race 8.30

THE bet365 EACH WAY EXTRA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650 Owners Prize Money 1st £3159, 2nd £1580, 3rd £789, 4th £395, 5th £197 (Penalty Value £4004)

CITY SELECTIONS

Hotspur Harry arrives here 2lb well-in following his C&D second last week when he was well supported. Robert Eddery’s gelding is likely to go well once again, but he may play second fiddle to MR TRICK. A winner here off 1lb lower in December, he took a step back in the right direction when third at Wolverhampton latest and it would be no surprise to see him get back to winning ways. Curtiz and Twilight Guest are also noted.

MR TRICK Hotspur Harry

Leading course trainer (19-24): P McEntee (22 wins from 294 runners, 7%) runs OYAMAL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs PLATINUM PRINCE

Longest Traveller: MR TRICK trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 148 miles.

Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T

colours no horse age st- lb Draw

1 MARION’S BOY (IRE) (125) 4550P0- D 7 9-9 (9)

Br Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Freddie’s Girl (USA) Rossa Ryan J

O Mrs Anne Cowley Roger Teal, Lambourn T

B Mrs Anne Cowley Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 6/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW), merely closinguplate.Off125days.Onalonglosingrunbutworthamarketcheckafterabreak. TFRHHHII BHA62

2 OYAMAL (GB) (204) 0/3604- 4 9-9 (2)

Br Ch g Mukhadram - Sensationally Grace McEntee (3) J

O Michelle Hancox & Robin McEntee Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B Meon Valley Stud Back2Back Printwear Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fourth of 6 in maiden at Yarmouth (10.1f,goodtofirm),unabletosustaineffort.Off6months.Othersmakemoreappeal. TFRHHIII BHA62

3 NASIM (GB) (26) 0205-40 C

5 9-8 (8)

Br Ch g Galileo Gold - Ashwaq William Carson J

O M I Pattinson Racing Mark Pattinson, Epsom T

B Kirtlington Park Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinner Fourteenrunssincelastwinin2023 8/1,seventhof10inhandicapatKempton(8f) 26daysago.Backupintrip.Othersmakemoreappeal.

TFRHHIII BHA61

4 TWILIGHT GUEST (GB) (140) 200254- 4 9-7 (7)

Br B g Twilight Son - Astrosecret Tom Queally J

O John Guest Racing George Margarson, Newmarket T

B Dullingham Park Stud & Mystic Mares Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at this C&D. Off 140 days. Shortlist material for all that he mightstripfitterfortherun. TFRHHHII BHA60

5 CURTIZ (GB) (14) 562-310 CD

7 9-6 (5)

Br B g Stimulation (IRE) - Supatov (USA) David Probert J

O Mrs Julie Parkes Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Mr H. Morrison Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in January. 6/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago. Couldgetbackontrack. TFRHHHII BHA59

6 HOTSPUR HARRY (IRE) (7) 500-002 D BF

7 9-5 (1)

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Dark Crusader (IRE) Finley Marsh J

O Mr R. J. Creese Robert Eddery, Newmarket T

B Newtown Anner Stud EDS Roofing Supplies (Midlands) Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWUnreliablesort.Twowinsfrom41Flatruns.Eighteenrunssincelastwinin2022.Goodsecondof8in handicapatthisC&D(5/2)7daysago,leftwithtoomuchtodo.Chanceonoldform. TFRHHHHH BHA58(+2)

7 PORTORO (GB) (115) 120050- D 4 9-4 (6)

Br B g Outstrip - Cat Hunter Darragh Keenan J

O Mr M Dunne Martin Dunne, Newmarket T

B Tony Williams

TIMEFORMVIEWEighthof10inhandicapatWolverhampton(9.5f,8/1),findinglittle.Off115days. TFRHHIII BHA

Br

Trainer S Sponsor

8 BUBBLECRAFT (IRE) (24) 0310-06

4 9-4 (4)

Br Gr f Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Gold Bubbles (USA) Adam Farragher J

O Carl Appleton & Peter Edwards Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B Tullpark Ltd Jess Edwards - McTimoney Animal Therapist S

TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, last of 6 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f) 24 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Tonguestraponfor1sttime.

TFRHIIII BHA57

9 PLATINUM PRINCE (GB) (60) 330455- D 7 9-4 (3)

Br Gr g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Sakhee’s Pearl Hector Crouch J

O Mrs Andrea Wilkinson

Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Mrs A. P. Wilkinson K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022 7/2, respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (12f, AW) 60daysago,slowlyaway Visorbackon.Notdismissed.

10 MR TRICK (IRE) (10) 214-503 CD

Br B g Kodiac - Alkhawarah (USA)

O Ian Williams Racing Club

B Castlefarm Stud

TFRHHHII BHA57

6 9-2 (10)

Kieran O’Neill J

Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner LatestwinhereinDecember 12/1,creditablethirdof9inhandicapatWolverhampton (9.5f)10daysago.Cangiveanothergoodaccount.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

TFRHHHHI BHA55

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 1, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 10

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note:

MARION’S BOY: Following its run on 27/10/2023 it was reported that the horse was slow to leave the stalls.

BUBBLECRAFT: Following its run on 5/2/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Hotspur Harry (IRE), 11-2 Platinum Prince (GB), 6-1 Mr Trick (IRE), 13-2 Marion’s Boy (IRE), 15-2 Twilight Guest (GB), 17-2 Curtiz (GB), 16-1 Portoro (GB), 18-1 Nasim (GB), 25-1 Oyamal (GB), 100-1 Bubblecraft (IRE)

HOTSPUR HARRY isn’t entirely straightforward but he attracted support and shaped well over C&D a week ago and is worth a chance to go one better from a reduced mark. Mr Trick is in good order and looks a danger, while Twilight Guest could feature if he’s ready to go after 4 months off.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HOTSPUR HARRY (IRE) 2.MR TRICK (IRE) 3.TWILIGHT GUEST

RACE RESULT TIME:

DISTANCE:

1st 3rd 2nd 4th

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Race Conditions

First Race 5.30 - THE bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 63-82 (also open to such horses rated 83 and 84; such horses rated 62 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 63 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 62 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 17th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb 9 entries at £60. - Closed February 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310. (Penalty Value £6280.80)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.00 - THE bet365 6 HORSES CHALLENGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3942 to the winning horse The second to receive £1849, the third £924, the fourth £462, the fifth £231 and the sixth £115. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-62 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Lowest weight 8st 7lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 17th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 10 entries at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3108; Second £1554; Third £777; Fourth £389; Fifth £194; Sixth £97. (Penalty Value £3942.80) SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.30 - THE bet365 FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4590 to the winning horse The second to receive £2154, the third £1077 and the fourth £538. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 11lb; 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 14 entries at £40. - Closed February 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3627; Second £1813; Third £907; Fourth £453. (Penalty Value £4590) SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.00 - THE IT’S NEVER ORDINARY AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4004 to the winning horse The second to receive £1878, the third £938, the fourth £469 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 17th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 11 entries at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 7.30 - THE bet365 BEST ODDS

GUARANTEED HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4004 to the winning horse The second to receive £1878, the third £938, the fourth £469 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-52 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Lowest weight 9st 3lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 17th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 16 entries, 1 at £7 and 15 at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 8.00 - THE DOWNLOAD THE bet365 APP CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4004 to the winning horse The second to receive £1878, the third £938, the fourth £469 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after February 17th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 12 entries at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 8.30 - THE bet365 EACH WAY EXTRA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4004 to the winning horse The second to receive £1878, the third £938, the fourth £469 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-63 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Lowest weight 8st 6lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 17th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 12 entries at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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