Cheltenham Racecard - Friday 18th March

THE

FESTIVAL

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DAY FOUR

FRIDAY 18 MARCH 2022 Official programme - £5.00

Minella Indo, winner of the 2021 Cheltenham Gold Cup

A FAMILY STORY

Yasmin and Amber Le Bon wear Raindance

THE JOCKEY CLUB WELCOMES YOU

Welcome to the final day of The Festival™, we have had three fantastic days of sport and are looking forward to seeing what Gold Cup Day has in store.

The feature race of the day is the Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup that will take place at 3:30pm, and it looks set to be a fantastic renewal, with 2021 winner Minella Indo looking to retain his crown. We would like to wish all connections the very best of luck.

As ever, our thanks go to our raceday sponsors who continue to support this wonderful event. Today’s sponsors include Boodles, JCB, McCoy Contractors, St James’s Place, and Paddy Power.

We are very proud to once again be supporting WellChild as our charity partner for The Festival™. WellChild is the national charity for seriously ill children and headquartered in Cheltenham. Any donation you are able to make to this wonderful charity will be a huge help. We thank you in advance.

While we hope everyone has a fantastic day with us, we all acknowledge that the current news surrounding Ukraine is at the forefront of all our minds. The Jockey Club are supporting the charitable efforts of The British Red Cross in their Ukraine Appeal which is fundraising to support people impacted and displaced by the invasion with necessities including food, water, first aid, medicines, warm clothes and shelter. We thank you all for any support you can offer the appeal, we know the racing community is incredibly strong when we come together and we hope we can help to raise funds for this very important cause.

In between enjoying today’s top-class racing, racegoers are encouraged to explore The Orchard™, where a range of luxury brands are situated, including Boodles, Bentley, Ana De Costa and Glenfarclas. The Orchard™ is available to Club Enclosure ticket holders, including Hospitality guests, Owners and Trainers, and all Cheltenham Annual Members.

Finally, we would like to wish racegoers a fantastic final day of The Festival™.

We thank you for your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back in 2023 for four more extraordinary days of sport. To ensure you are here to enjoy all the action, head to our website to sign up to be notified when tickets and hospitality will go on sale.

MARTIN ST QUINTON

IAN RENTON

Chairman

Regional Director

T: 01242 513 014 E: cheltenham-races@thejockeyclub.co.uk W: cheltenham.co.uk

COURSE MAP NEW COURSE

Races 1&2

Races 4&5

Race 7

Race 6

Race 3

Hurdle Plain Fence Open Ditch

RACE STARTS

Water

RACE 1 - 1:30pm

The JCB Triumph Hurdle Race (Grade 1) (GBB Race) (2m 1f)

RACE 2 - 2:10pm

The McCoy Contractors County Handicap Hurdle Race (Grade 3) (GBB Race) (2m 1f)

RACE 3 - 2:50pm

The Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle Race (Registered As The Spa Novices’ Hurdle Race) (Grade 1) (GBB Race) (3m)

RACE 4 - 3:30pm

The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Steeple Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race) (3m 2½f)

RACE 5 - 4:10pm

The St. James’s Place Festival Challenge Cup Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase (3m 2½f)

RACE 6 - 4:50pm

The Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Steeple Chase (Registered as the Liberthine Mares’ Chase) (Grade 2) (GBB Race) (2m 4½f)

RACE 7 - 5:30pm

The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race (GBB Race) (2m 4½f) Cheltenham Racecourse has 75 acres (30 hectares) of racing surface with five different tracks – a Chase and Hurdle course on the Old and New Courses and the Glenfarclas Cross Country Course. A team of 10 Groundstaff look after the track day to day and on raceday the team increases to 50, and 100 at The Festival™.

TODAY’S RACE SPONSORS

JCB jcb.com

MCCOY CONTRACTORS mccoycontractors.co.uk

ALBERT BARTLETT albertbartlett.co.uk

BOODLES boodles.com

ST JAMES’S PLACE sjp.co.uk

PADDY POWER paddypower.com

RACEDAY OFFICIALS Chairman Martin St Quinton Committee John Inverdale Louise Kemble Martin Pope Sir Richard Stagg KCMG Zara Tindall Michael Wainwright Regional Managing Director Ian Renton Head of Racing & Clerk of the Course Jon Pullin Assistant Clerk of the Course Daniel Cooper Regional Head of Operations David Mackinnon Finance Director - West Roy Barker Communications Lead - West Grant Rowley Head of Partnerships - West Jack Royle Head of Hospitality - West Claire Leonard Head of Marketing - West Matthew Foxton-Duffy

Race Conditions can be found on page 78

Cheltenham Racecourse Community Engagement Manager Andre Klein Head Groundsperson Ben Hastie Catering Director Richard Herring Tote Manager Paul Ritchie Stewards Shaun Parker (Chief Steward) George Welch (Stewards’ Panel Chair) Josie Brown Chris Hill Louise Moore Charlie Lane Richard Westropp Starters Robert Supple William Jordan James Stenning Sophia Upton Judges Nick Bostock Guy Lewis Clerks of the Scales Georgina Robarts Ollie Mann Veterinary Officers Sally Taylor Naomi Mellor Kate Maxwell Graham Potts

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers Martin Knight Michael Turner Melanie Sheppard Jeremy Willis Jane Southam Mel Baker Darren Stone Lisa Cook Alec Dent Graham Gray Christopher Maiden Medical Officers Andy Simpson SRMO Jon Mutimer Sue Smith Rick Brown Simon Clint Crowd Doctors Jim Pascoe Watson Jim Holmes Medical Co-Ordinator Tony Twiggs Veterinary Surgeons Liam Kearns SRVS Ian Camm Henry Tremaine Andrew Harrison John Williams Jon Campbell Tom Campbell Vittorio Caramello Farriers David Hall Alex Hall Mike Cooper Commentators Mark Johnson Simon Holt Betting Ring Managers Andrew Collins Neil Pateman Vicki Moore Will Sherwood Bill Sherwood

Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse.

This card is 100% recyclable and printed on FSC and PEFC certified paper.

We’re aiming for zero waste to landfill by 2022.

CUSTOMER CODE OF CONDUCT As part of our joint commitment to each other and the communities in which we operate, all racegoers should be aware of the Code of Conduct and observe the following whilst at our Racecourse: • For the safety of other racegoers and racecourse staff, please consider wearing a face covering in busy indoor areas or outside where social distancing cannot be maintained.

• If you feel you may be experiencing any of the recognised symptoms of Covid-19, please put on a face covering and speak to a member of staff in a well ventilated area. It is best to travel home if it is safe to do so.

• Regularly wash your hands, use hand sanitiser and avoid touching your face and dispose of any used tissues appropriately.

• Familiarise yourself with your entry point and the location of amenities within the racecourse.

• We are operating a cashless event. On-course bookmakers/pool betting operators may accept cash.

• Enjoy the vast amounts of space around the racecourse and avoid congregating in busy areas (for example, along the rail or by the Winning Post).

• Make sure all walkways, corridors and doorways etc are clear before you walk through.

• Follow all signage and the instructions of staff, officials or any emergency service personnel present at the racecourse.

• Make sure other members of your group have read and understood these guidelines.

Thank you so much for your continued support and co-operation. We hope you have a wonderful day with us.

RACING EXPLAINED 7 12 8

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9 Minella Indo (IRE) (40) B g Beat Hollow - Carrigeen Lily (IRE) J T O B S

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Jack Kennedy

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Henry de Bromhead, Ireland Mr Barry Maloney Mrs R. H. Lalor

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TFR BHA164 FORM 12-11F4 C BF

TIMEFORM VIEW 2019 Albert Bartlett winner who was reeled in by Champ in last year’s RSA and resumed this season with 2 victories. Faded behind Kemboy in the Irish Gold Cup last time but likely to fare better here.

7Feb Leo Dec20 Leo Nov20 Nav

24f Ch 24f Ch 24f Ch

soft 4/5 Kemboy (FR) yield F/14 A Plus Tard (FR) soft 1/4 Brahma Bull (IRE)

63/4l 71/2l

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RACECARD EXPLAINED 1. FORM

EXPERT VIEW

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance.

These are its recent finishing positions.

Look out for Letters: C = Has won at this course D = Has won over this distance CD = Has won over this distance at this course BF = Was a beaten favourite

MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM / P

= New racing season = Missed racing season = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race F = Horse fell U = Rider unseated R = Horse refused to race CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse B = Horse was brought down S = Horse slipped r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race d = Disqualified Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

How the experts rate the horse’s chances: 2.

3.

BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.

Timeform view and TFR rating

4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

5. JOCKEY Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.

OTHER USEFUL DETAILS 6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey 7. Saddlecloth number 8. Horse’s name 9. Days since the horse last run 10. Horse’s age 11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) 12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) 13. Horse’s owner 14. Horse’s breeder 15. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

BETTING EXPLAINED — Select your horse. Note their name and saddlecloth number.

— Decide the amount – or stake – you are comfortable to bet.

— Choose your bet. ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are popular types of bet.

— Place your bet. There are different places to bet on course; The Tote, racecourse bookmakers, betting shop or online.

Each option offers a different experience.

— ‘To win’ is for your horse to come first.

— ‘Each-way’ is for your horse to come first or to be placed. It’s two bets, so ‘£2 each-way’ = £4 total bet.

Visit www.racingexplained.co.uk for more information

— Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.

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A FAMILY STORY

Yasmin and Amber Le Bon wear Be Boodles

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‘All The Queen’s Horses’ Friday 13th May 2022 ~ 6-9pm Champagne and Canapés Tickets: £75 or £50 for Cotswold RDA Members Stanway House, Stanway, Cheltenham GL54 5PQ Join Cotswold Riding for the Disabled for an exclusive opportunity to view Jeremy Houghton’s latest exhibition ‘All The Queen’s Horses’.

To help celebrate her Platinum Jubilee, this portfolio of paintings will celebrate the horses and ponies which have been so important to the private and public life of Her Majesty throughout Her 70 year reign.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of Stanway House, by kind permission of the Earl of Wemyss.

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FACTS & STATS THE JCB TRIUMPH HURDLE RACE RACE DESCRIPTION

The JCB Triumph Hurdle is the Championship race for juveniles (four-year-olds) and is historically one of the most open races at The Festival™. Thanks to the introduction of the Fred Winter, it usually means the field is much smaller and more competitve. As is usual in a Grade 1 Championship race, all horses carry the same weight - 11st.

LAST YEAR’S

GRADE 1

WINNER

RUN OVER TWO MILES, 179 YARDS

QUILIXIOS Rachael Blackmore started the day as she intended to go on with a win in the opener.

The Triumph Hurdle can be a tricky race to solve and last year was no different with favourite Zanahiyr disappointing. The Blackmore-ridden Quilixios stalked the leader and took it up with a good jump at the second last, with the long straight playing to his strengths as he kept up a good gallop to see off the challenges of Adagio and Haut En Couleurs.

8 HURDLES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£135,000

£75,964 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR 2011-2021 YEAR 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

FORM 111 1 1 22 11111 14 111 12 111 2123

WINNER AGE WEIGHT SP Quilixios 4 11-0 2/1 Burning Victory 4 10-7 12/1 Pentland Hills 4 11-0 20/1 Farclas 4 11-0 9/1 Defi Du Seuil 4 11-0 5/2F Ivanovich Gorbatov 4 11-0 9/2F Peace And Co 4 11-0 2/1F Tiger Roll 4 11-0 10/1 Our Conor 4 11-0 4/1 Countrywide Flame 4 11-0 33/1

TRAINER RUNNERS H de Bromhead (Ire) 8 W Mullins (Ire) 13 N Henderson 14 G Elliott (Ire) 9 P Hobbs 15 A O’Brien (Ire) 15 N Henderson 16 G Elliott (Ire) 15 D Hughes (Ire) 17 J Quinn 20

LAST RACE (NO.DAYS) 1st Spring Juvenile Hurdle (40) 1st Fairyhouse Juvenile Hurdle (20) 1st Plumpton Maiden Hurdle (18) 2nd Spring Juvenile Hurdle (40) 1st Finesse Hurdle (48) 4th Spring Juvenile Hurdle (41) 1st Finesse Hurdle (48) 2nd Spring Juvenile Hurdle (30) 1st Spring Juvenile Hurdle (34) 3rd Spring Juvenile Hurdle (33)

KEY TRENDS 9 of the last 13 winners were unbeaten over hurdles

18 of the past 24 winners had won last time out

6 of the past 10 winners had contested the Spring Juvenile Hurdle

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years.

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Gordon Elliott

Jack Kennedy

2 winners

1 winner

Today Gordon saddles Pied Piper & Fil Dor

Today Jack rides Pied Piper

HISTORY The JCB Triumph Hurdle certainly has a rich and interesting history. The race was introduced to the Racing Calendar in 1939, and was originally held at Hurst Park in Surrey. That race was won by Grey Talk, who was trained by George Batchelor and ridden by Serge Rochet. Although no race took place from 1940-1949 due to the war, in the following years it was regularly contested by horses trained in France with six of the first seven winners French-based.

As the leading event in the National Hunt calendar exclusively contested by juveniles, you would have thought that the two-mile and one-furlong (3,420 metres) contest would be a good source for Champion Hurdle winners, but Clair Soleil was the first of just four to achieve the feat when winning the 1953 Triumph Hurdle before bagging Champion Hurdle glory in 1955, both times under Fred Winter.

Prince Charlemagne proved a notable Triumph winner in 1954 as the Tommy Carey-trained gelding provided a certain Lester Piggott with one of his twenty hurdle race victories. Fred Winter was back in the winners’ enclosure in 1961 when partnering the Ryan Price-trained Cantab to victory and 12 months on, the legendary trainer saddled Beaver II, his second winner of the race, ridden this time

by Josh Gifford.

When Hurst Park closed its doors, the Triumph Hurdle was transferred to Cheltenham for the 1965 renewal, although at that point it took place at the April meeting until it became part of The Festival™ in 1968. It was at this stage that the race attracted its first sponsor – the Daily Express, whose name was associated with the race from 1965-1996.

Arguably, the most impressive Triumph Hurdle winner came in the shape of the Brian Swift-trained Persian War who won the race in 1967 under Jimmy Uttley, before winning a hat-trick of Champion Hurdle titles in 1968, 1969 and 1970. In fact, until 2015, Uttley was the joint most successful jockey in the history of the race having also won on England’s Glory in 1968 and Boxer in 1971.

In 1985 a certain Nicky Henderson recorded his first Triumph Hurdle winner when Steve Smith Eccles partnered First Bout to victory. The race has proved kind to Henderson, who has won the race a further six times courtesy of Alone Success (1987), Katarino (1999), Zaynar (2009), Soldatino (2010), Peace And Co (2015) and Pentland Hills (2019), making him the leading trainer in the race’s history.

Although better known for winning Classics, Sir Michael Stoute got in on the act when the Sheikh Mohammed-owed Kribensis took the spoils in 1988 before becoming the third horse to go on to Champion Hurdle glory in 1990.

The Elite Racing Club took over the sponsorship of the race in 1997 and saw the Ted Walsh-trained Commanche Court gallop to victory under Norman Williamson. The Irish have a remarkable record at The Festival™ but since then they have only won six Triumph Hurdles – Scolardy in 2002, when current sponsor JCB took up the reins, and more recently Our Conor, Tiger Roll, Ivanovich Gorbatov, Farclas, Burning Victory and last year’s winner Quilixios.

Ivanovich Gorbatov’s success earned Barry Geraghty the honour of being the most successful jockey in the race’s history. His tally of five is unmatched, having also won aboard Spectroscope, Zaynar, Soldatino and Peace And Co. In 2007, the tiny Alan King-trained Katchit (pictured) became only the fourth horse to win the Triumph Hurdle before following up in the following season’s Champion Hurdle. Twelve months later Paul Nicholls won the first of two Triumph Hurdles thanks to Celestial Halo, Zarkandar adding the second in 2011.

Whatever the outcome of today’s race, it looks sure to be another thrilling affair, much like the 2020 renewal where Goshen unseated at the last in terribly unlucky fashion when ten lengths clear.

Burning victory captalised to give Mullins his first win since 2002 but last year it was the turn of Quilixious to steam up the hill in a much less dramatic fashion.

2m 179y

FIRST RACE 1.30 THE JCB TRIUMPH HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for juvenile four yrs old ª Total race value £135000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £58104, 2nd £23949, 3rd £11975, 4th £5994, 5th £2997, 6th £1499, 7th £743, 8th £378. (Penalty Value £75964.50) FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): W P Mullins (31 wins from 280 runners, 11%) runs ICARE ALLEN, IL ETAIT TEMPS & VAUBAN Fancy That: G Elliott won this race in 2014 & 2018. The stable runs FIL DOR & PIED PIPER today.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 AGES OF MAN (IRE) (37)

11-0

Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Antiquities

J Jonathan Moore T A. McCann, Ireland O Miss Rita Shah B Godolphin

9Feb Fai 30Jan Naa Apr21 Cho

2 DOCTOR PARNASSUS (IRE) (38)

11-0

B g Make Believe - We’ll Go Walking (IRE)

J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Mr D. W. Fox B Knockainey Stud S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

3 FIL DOR (FR) (41)

11-0

Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - La Turbale (FR)

J Davy Russell T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Caldwell Construction Ltd B Mrs Henri Devin

J Mark Walsh T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mr John P. McManus B Bruno Vagne

11-0

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Une des Sources (FR)

6 KNIGHT SALUTE (GB) (20) J Paddy Brennan T Milton Harris, Warminster O Four Candles Partnership B Minster Stud and Mrs H. Dalgety S bresbet ltd

B g French Fifteen (FR) - Konkan (IRE)

J Tom Scudamore T David Pipe, Wellington O Mr Stuart M. Mercer B S.A.R.L Haras de Dodville S W & S Recycling

HMS Seahorse (IRE) Man O Work (IRE) Haviassor (FR)

61/4l 21l 3l

TFRHHHII BHA131 FORM 11

8Feb Tnt 22Jan Asc Oct21 Pon

19f Hdl 15f Hdl 12f Stk

gd-sf 1/10 Could Talkaboutit (IRE) soft 1/4 Restitution (FR) soft 2/8 Indefatigable (IRE)

9l 10l 1 /2l

TFRHHHHI BHA142 FORM 1112 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first 3 starts over hurdles, including a Leopardstown Grade 2 in taking style on Boxing Day. Clear of the rest when second to Vauban in Grade 1 there last time and likely to progress further.

16f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

yield 2/9 soft 1/7 good 1/8

Vauban (FR) Lunar Power (IRE) Lunar Power (IRE)

3l 7l 11/4l

TFRHHHII BHA139 FORM 1151

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole bumper in France and has than the distance beaten suggests in the Spring Juvenile in between 2 easy wins. Retains potential.

26Feb Fai 5Feb Leo Dec21 Leo

J Daniel Mullins T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Barnane Stud B Mr E. Clayeux & S.C. Ecurie Couderc

7 KOI DODVILLE (FR) (27)

soft 3 good 7 4

E Tongue Strap quickly developed into a useful hurdler, shaping better

5 IL ETAIT TEMPS (FR) (41)

B g Sir Percy - Shadow Dancing

16f Hdl 15f Hdl 9f Stk

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win on the level for David O’Meara but is a half-brother to useful hurdler Metier and has created a fine impression in winning both his starts in this sphere. Not to be underestimated.

5Feb Leo Dec21 Leo Nov21 Fai

4 ICARE ALLEN (FR) (20) B g Cokoriko (FR) - Coeur d’Allen (FR)

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 03

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat. Left his hurdling debut form behind when 6 1/4 lengths third of 14 to HMS Seahorse (4th in Fred Winter yesterday) at Fairyhouse (2m) 37 days ago, but will surely be outclassed here.

11-0

16f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

soft 1/8 yield 5/9 yd-sf 1

Prairie Dancer (IRE) Vauban (FR) Privilege

71/2l 91/2l 3l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 5-23

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a 1 1/2m bumper on the second of 2 starts in France and ran a huge race pitched straight in at the deep end on hurdling debut when third to Vauban at Leopardstown. Sure to progress.

5Feb Leo 16f Hdl May21 Vic 12f Stk Apr21 Mou 12f Stk

yield 3/9 2 5

Vauban (FR) Il Est Divin (FR) Idylle Fleurie (FR)

53/4l 11/4l 101/2l

TFRHHHII BHA140 FORM 11111 C D

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way on Flat but has taken E Hood really well to hurdling, making it 5-5 in Grade 2 Adonis at Kempton recently, pushed out. Has more on his plate now but his attitude will stand him in good stead.

26Feb Kmp 16f Hdl Dec21 Don 16f Hdl Nov21 Chl 16f Hdl

gd-sf 1/11 Teddy Blue (GER) gd-sf 1/7 Porticello (FR) good 1/9 Saint Riquier (FR)

31/4l 3 /4l 23/4l

TFRHIIII BHA111 FORM 11346

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on Flat in France and similar form E Blinkers when landing juveniles at Hexham/Aintree (2m) back in June. Failed to kick on thereafter and was well beaten in Victor Ludorum at Haydock won by Porticello.

19Feb Hay Aug21 Not Jul21 Ntn

24

15f Hdl 14f Hcp 16f Hdl

heavy 6/6 Porticello (FR) 52l gd-sf 8/11 Gentleman At Arms (IRE) 11l gd-fm 4/9 Scrappy Jack (IRE) 41/2l

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8 LUNAR POWER (IRE) (82) Ch g Power - Dusty Moon

TFRHHIII BHA137 FORM 0122

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut form in this sphere well E Cheek Pieces behind to run out a convincing winner at Punchestown in November. Limitations exposed when runner-up to Fil Dor twice since though, and looks vulnerable again.

J Sean Flanagan T Noel Meade, Ireland O Mrs Patricia Hunt B Grange Stud S Noel Meade Racing

Dec21 Leo Nov21 Fai Nov21 Pun

9 PIED PIPER (GB) (48)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Tickle Me Blue (GER)

J Joshua Moore T Gary Moore, Horsham O Hale Sargent Evans Clifton B Gestut Gorlsdorf S Oberon Investments Limited

12 VAUBAN (FR) (41)

19Feb Hay Dec21 Chp Dec21 Don

1

9l /2l 4l

15f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

heavy 1/6 Skycutter (FR) soft 1/11 Saint Segal (FR) gd-sf 2/7 Knight Salute

17l 81/2l 3 /4l

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 1 3/4m winner on Flat in E Hood France who shaped well behind Knight Salute in the Adonis 20 days ago, every chance when blundered last.

Looks promising but this demands more. Hood added.

26Feb Kmp 16f Hdl 15Feb Lin 16f Hdl Sep21 Stc 14f Stk

gd-sf 2/11 Knight Salute heavy 2/9 My Silver Lining (IRE) good 1 Sugar Pout (GER)

31/4l 71/2l 21/2l

TFRHHHHH BHA146 FORM 21

J P. Townend E Tongue Strap T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mrs S. Ricci B P. Decouz & S.C.E.A. Du Bas Bugey

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Moka de Vassy (FR) Vauban (FR) Irish Legend (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA134 FORM 22

11-0

11-0

Ch g Galiway - Waldfest

good 1/8 heavy 1 heavy 1/9

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in France and made it 3-4 for new yard when storming clear to score by 17 lengths in Victor Ludorum at Haydock (15.6f, heavy).

Open to more progress and the more rain the better.

J Jamie Moore T Gary Moore, Horsham O Mr O. S. Harris B E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet et al S Tote

11 TEDDY BLUE (GER) (20)

16f Hdl 15f Hdl 10f Hcp

TFRHHHII BHA140 FORM 1-1211

11-0

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Chinawood (FR)

7l 11/4l 43/4l

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat and has made a most promising start over hurdles, beating Vauban by 1/2 length on debut at Punchestown and then following up with ease in a C&D Grade 2. Will go on improving.

29Jan Chl Dec21 Pun Oct21 Lei

10 PORTICELLO (FR) (27)

Fil Dor (FR) Fil Dor (FR) Iberique du Seuil (FR)

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful and progressive on Flat and built on his hurdling debut second to Pied Piper when going one better in fine style in the Grade 1 Spring Juvenile at Leopardstown (2m). More to come and leading claims.

5Feb Dec21 Jul21

Leo Pun Vic

16f Hdl 15f Hdl 12f Stk

yield 1/9 heavy 2 soft 1

Fil Dor (FR) Pied Piper Friendly Face (IRE)

3l /2l s.h 1

2021: QUILIXIOS 4 11 0 Rachael Blackmore 2-1 (Henry de Bromhead) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Vauban (FR), 7-2 Pied Piper (GB), 6-1 Fil Dor (FR), 12-1 Il Etait Temps (FR), 14-1 Icare Allen (FR), Porticello (FR), 16-1 Knight Salute (GB), 20-1 Doctor Parnassus (IRE), 25-1 Teddy Blue (GER), 66-1 Lunar Power (IRE), 150-1 Ages of Man (IRE), 250-1 Koi Dodville (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

VAUBAN won the Spring Juvenile in impressive fashion on just his second start over hurdles, and that looks the best piece of form in the division on either side of the Irish Sea, so he’s fancied to prove too strong with further improvement on the cards.

The Elliott-trained pair Pied Piper and Fil Dor are fancied to follow him home in that order, while Doctor Parnassus makes appeal at bigger odds.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VAUBAN (FR) 2.PIED PIPER 3.FIL DOR (FR)

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TFRHHHHI BHA142 FORM 11 CD

11-0

Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Pure Fantasy

16f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

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FACTS & STATS THE McCOY CONTRACTORS COUNTY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE RACE DESCRIPTION The McCoy Contractors County Hurdle, a two miles and one furlong handicap hurdle for five-year-olds and upwards, is one of the most fiercely contested races of the entire Festival™. The aim of a handicap is to ensure a level playing field for all and this is achieved by allocating different weights to each of the runners based on what they have achieved on the racecourse so far - see how the 152-rated Call Me Lyreen carries 6lb more than the 146-rated My Mate Mozzie.

GRADE 3 HANDICAP

LAST YEAR’S

WINNER

BELFAST BANTER Favourites had a notoriously bad record in this race until Saint Roi came along in 2020 but last year normality resumed as 33/1 shot Belfast Banter came out of the pack to beat the veteran Petit Mouchoir. The Peter Fahey-trained six-year-old was exposed over the trip but had only had one handicap start in his career up until that point, with a mark of 129 clearly underestimating him.

In a highly competitive field, he stayed on gamely all the way to the post to land another Irish success.

RUN OVER TWO MILES, 179 YARDS

8 HURDLES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£100,000

£56,270 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR 2011-2021 YEAR 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

FORM 312562 51 5602 1023 12 000P 141 31023 10120

WINNER Belfast Banter Saint Roi Ch’tibello Mohaayed Arctic Fire Superb Story Wicklow Brave Lac Fontana Ted Veale Alderwood

AGE WEIGHT 6 10-0 5 10-13 8 11-5 6 10-8 8 11-12 5 10-12 6 11-4 5 10-11 6 10-6 8 11-1

OR 129 137 146 139 158 138 138 139 134 139

SP 33/1 11/2F 12/1 33/1 20/1 8/1 25/1 11/1 10/1 20/1

TRAINER RUNNERS P Fahey (Ire) 25 W Mullins (Ire) 24 D Skelton 24 D Skelton 24 W Mullins (Ire) 25 D Skelton 26 W Mullins (Ire) 24 P Nicholls 28 T Martin (Ire) 28 T Mullins (Ire) 26

LAST RACE (NO. DAYS) 2nd Novice Hurdle (19) 1st Tramore Maiden Hurdle (72) 2nd Aintree Handicap Hurdle (97) 3rd Christmas Hurdle (80) 2nd Irish Champion Hurdle (418) 2nd Greatwood Hurdle (124) p.u. Imperial Cup (6) 1st Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (48) unpl Boylesports.com Hurdle (48) unpl Leopardstown Handicap Hdle (33)

KEY TRENDS 17 of the last 21 winners were in their first or second season over hurdles

17 of the past 23 winners were aged 5 or 6

10 of the past 15 winners were trained in Ireland

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years.

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Willie Mullins

Harry Skelton

4 winners

2 winners

Today Willie saddles Dysart Diamond, Farout, State Man, Tax For Max, Tempo Chapter Two

Today Harry rides West Cork

2m 179y

SECOND RACE 2.10 THE MCCOY CONTRACTORS COUNTY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(GRADE 3) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £100000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £43040, 2nd £17740, 3rd £8870, 4th £4440, 5th £2220, 6th £1110, 7th £550, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £56270) 13 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (47 wins from 308 runners, 15%) runs BROOMFIELD BURG & FIRST STREET Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (18 wins from 64 runners, 28%) runs DYSART DIAMOND, FAROUT, STATE MAN, TAX FOR MAX & TEMPO CHAPTER TWO

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 CALL ME LYREEN (IRE) (40) B g Court Cave (IRE) - Mooneys Valley (IRE)

J Mr Robert James (7) T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Lyreen Syndicate B William Flood

TFRHHHII BHA152 FORM 6-20001 D

6 11-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o who belatedly returned to pick of his form from last spring when landing 27-runner Liffey Handicap at Leopardstown last month.

However, more on his plate from 14lb higher mark here.

6Feb Leo Dec21 Leo Aug21 Kny

2 MY MATE MOZZIE (IRE) (40) J Kieren Buckley (5) T Gavin Cromwell, Ireland O Alymer Stud Ltd B Christopher Maye

Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Selenography

J A. P. Heskin T Alan King, Barbury Castle O McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale B Miss K. Rausing S Ultima Business Solutions

4 BALLYADAM (IRE) (40) B g Fame And Glory - Grass Tips (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler, who scored twice prior to a fine second in Gr 1 Royal Bond in November, a late error costing him. Best to overlook last month’s Leopardstown run and more to come now handicapping.

6Feb Leo Nov21 Fai Nov21 Nav

3 TRITONIC (GB) (34)

5

Ch g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Lamadoun (FR)

11-5

12Feb Nby 16f HcpH gd-sf 11/14 Glory And Fortune (IRE) Dec21 Kmp 16f Hdl soft 4/5 Epatante (FR) Dec21 Asc 15f HcpH gd-sf 1/12 Onemorefortheroad

9

11-3

7 FAIVOIR (FR) (13) B g Coastal Path - Qape Noir (FR)

7

53l s.h 10l

16l 11l 23/4l

TFRHHHII BHA144 FORM 24-F250

7 11-4

6 DYSART DIAMOND (IRE) (23) J Jack Foley (3) T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Ms Eleanor Manning B Eleanor Manning

yd-sf 4/8 Sir Gerhard (IRE) good 2/7 Statuaire (FR) good 1/7 Chemical Energy (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-served by strongly-run race that tested stamina when landing valuable Grade 3 handicap at Ascot (15.7f) in December. Not so good ridden positively in Betfair Hurdle since but each-way claims.

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice hurdler who finished well held second in last year’s Supreme. Didn’t look a natural over fences late last year and he’s run poorly twice over hurdles subsequently. Bit to prove now.

6Feb Leo Dec21 Chl Nov21 Nav

16f HcpH yd-sf 20 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/7 17f Ch good 2

Call Me Lyreen (IRE) Guard Your Dreams Buddy Rich (IRE)

67l 22l 4l

TFRHHIII BHA143 FORM F-43550 D

J Jack Kennedy E Cheek Pieces T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Gigginstown House Stud B Catherine Bodin & Martine Boullier

Ch m Shirocco (GER) - Dysart Dancer (IRE)

16f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

TFRHHHII BHA145 FORM 5-25140

J Aidan Coleman E Tongue Strap T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland O Cheveley Park Stud B P. Connell S Cheveley Park Stud

5 FELIX DESJY (FR) (27)

Magic Tricks (FR) 11/4l Brides Hill (IRE) 20l Wouldn’t You Agree (IRE) 29l

TFRHHHII BHA146 FORM 1-11124

6 11-6

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Leo’s Spirit (IRE)

16f HcpH yd-sf 1 16f HcpH yd-sf 12 17f HcpH yield 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over fences during 2020 but winless last year and he’s become increasingly temperamental, dropping away quickly in a Gowran Grade 3 last month. Hard to warm to.

19Feb Gow 16f Hdl 30Jan Naa 15f Hdl Dec21 Leo 16f Hdl

heavy 7/7 Teahupoo (FR) good 5/6 Darasso (FR) yd-sf 5/6 Sharjah (FR)

50l 11l 60l

TFRHHHII BHA143 FORM 012103

11-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Never threatened in last year’s Coral E Tongue Strap Cup but scored twice thereafter, including mares’ Listed event (18f) in November. Creditable third in Quevega Hurdle but this a tough ask from career-high mark.

23Feb Pun Dec21 Leo Nov21 Pun

7

11-3

J Bridget Andrews T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Mrs Suzanne Lawrence B E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

20f Hdl 20f Hdl 18f Hdl

sf-hv 3/5 yd-sf 7/9 gd-yd 1/8

Burning Victory (FR) Royal Kahala (IRE) Royal Kahala (IRE)

12l 17l /2l

1

TFRHHHII BHA143 (+2) FORM 412233 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful, prolific winning hurdler last season who quickly reached a similar level over fences, winning twice. Latest third in Morebattle Hurdle another solid display but this clearly deeper.

5Mar Kel 16f HcpH soft 3/11 Cormier (IRE) 19Feb Wcn 15f Hdl soft 3/4 Goshen (FR) 23Jan Lin 16f Ch heavy 2/4 War Lord (GER) 32

11/2l 14l 31/4l

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8 FIRST STREET (GB) (34)

5

B g Golden Horn - Ladys First

J Nico de Boinville T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford B Lady Bamford S Unibet

9 CASK MATE (IRE) (40) B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Littleton Liberty

J Denis O’Regan T Noel Meade, Ireland O High Spirits Racing Club B William Flood S Noel Meade Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-regarded 5-y-o who cashed in off E Hood 10lb lower mark at Kempton (2m) in January and enhanced his profile when third in Betfair Hurdle last month, rallying. Possible he has even more in his locker.

9

12Feb 15Jan Oct21

6Feb Leo 16f HcpH yd-sf 14 Oct21 Dow 16f Hdl soft 2/5 Sep21 Bel 12f Stk gd-yd 1

5

J Sean Flanagan T Noel Meade, Ireland O Jack Singleton B Gerry & Aoife Hanratty S Noel Meade Racing

12 FAROUT (IRE) (40)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Transhumance (IRE)

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper winner and similar standard when landing first 3 starts over hurdles. Not seen to best effect at Ascot next time but ran a cracker to finish second in Betfair Hurdle. Shortlisted.

12Feb Nby Dec21 Asc Nov21 Chl

B g Midnight Legend - Calamintha

8

11-2

s.h 13l 2l

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler who finished fourth in Galway Hurdle in July. Fit from success on Flat, he ran below best when ninth in Greatwood Hurdle but freshened up since.

16f HcpH good 9/19 West Cork 14f Stk yield 1 Ardla (IRE) 16f Stk yield 2 Rekero (IRE)

14l 2l 1 /2l

TFRHHHII BHA142 FORM 112435

11-2

11-1

16f HcpH gd-sf 2/14 Glory And Fortune (IRE) 15f Hdl gd-sf 5/5 Jonbon (FR) 16f Hdl good 1/3 Washington

TFRHHHII BHA142 FORM 04-3140 D BF

J Brian Hayes E Tongue Strap T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Thurloe Thoroughbreds Ireland Limited B Niarchos Family

13 WEST CORK (GB) (90)

25l 8l 7l

TFRHHHHH BHA142 FORM 0-11152 C D

11-2

Nov21 Chl Oct21 Nav Oct21 Thu

5

Call Me Lyreen (IRE) Zanahiyr (IRE) Don’t Be Angry (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden/novice hurdle winner who has reached a useful level, third in Future Champions Grade 1 Novice at Leopardstown in December. Well held back there last month but switch to handicaps a plus.

6Feb Leo Dec21 Leo Nov21 Fai

16f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

yd-sf 5/8 yd-sf 3/6 good 4/7

Sir Gerhard (IRE) Mighty Potter (FR) Statuaire (FR)

55l 41/4l 33/4l

TFRHHHHI BHA141 FORM 2112/-15 C

J Harry Skelton E Tongue Strap T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Mike and Eileen Newbould B Pitchall Stud S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fine advert for trainer’s skills when making winning return from 21-months off in Greatwood Hurdle here in November. Went well for a long way at Ascot in December and mark remains an appealing one.

Dec21 Asc 15f HcpH gd-sf 5/12 Tritonic 16l 3 Nov21 Chl 16f HcpH good 1/19 Adagio (GER) /4l 3 Feb20 Kmp 16f Hdl gd-sf 2/9 Highway One O Two (IRE) 4 /4l

14 IRASCIBLE (FR) (20)

TFRHHHII BHA141 FORM 5//1255-0 D

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Karuma (GER) 7 11-1 TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o who was a J B. J. Cooper E Tongue Strap well-beaten fifth in last year’s Supreme. Possible first start for 12 months was needed at Fairyhouse in February but T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland others make more appeal in any case.

O Gigginstown House Stud 26Feb Fai 19f HcpH soft 12 Carrig Sam (IRE) 12l B Gestut Kussaburg Mar21 Chl 16f Hdl soft 5/8 Appreciate It (IRE) 33l Feb21

15 STATE MAN (FR) (45) Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Arret Station (FR) J P. Townend T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mrs J. Donnelly B M.L. Bloodstock Ltd

5

7 11-0

J Conor Orr (3) T Mrs Lorna Fowler, Ireland O Mrs A.Frost/P.G. Davies/R.H. Fowler B Gestut Gorlsdorf

16f Hdl

sf-hv 5/13 Appreciate It (IRE)

9l

TFRHHHHI BHA141 FORM 2-F1

TIMEFORM VIEW Highly promising ex-French gelding who looked likely winner when falling 2 out in Leopardstown maiden before easily gaining compensation at Limerick last month. Very exciting prospect for handicaps.

1Feb Lim Dec21 Leo May20 Aut

16 COLONEL MUSTARD (FR) (40) Ch g Makfi - Waldblume (GER)

11-1

Leo

16f Hdl 16f Hdl 15f Hdl

soft soft soft

1 F 2

Plains Indian (IRE) Watch House Cross (IRE) Busselton (FR)

12l 2l

TFRHHHII BHA140 FORM 43-2123

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to match previous best when landing a Galway maiden (16.4f) in October but quickly back to useful level with placed efforts in graded company at Ascot/Leopardstown. Can go well again.

6Feb Dec21 Oct21

33

Leo Asc Gal

16f Hdl 15f Hdl 16f Hdl

yd-sf 3/8 gd-sf 2/5 soft 1

Sir Gerhard (IRE) 12l Jonbon (FR) 23/4l Champagne Vacation (IRE) 5l

Second Race

B g So You Think (NZ) - American Princess (IRE)

23/4l 71/2l 21l

TFRHHHII BHA142 FORM 1120-20

11-2

J Sam Twiston-Davies T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham O Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd B Mr & Mrs J. Dawson S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

11 JESSE EVANS (IRE) (124)

Nby 16f HcpH gd-sf 3/14 Glory And Fortune (IRE) Kmp 16f HcpH soft 1/10 Mengli Khan (IRE) Chp 19f Hdl good 5/7 Camprond (FR)

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden/novice hurdle winner who ran up E Tongue Strap to best when second in Gr 2 WKD Hurdle in October. Shaped as if needing Leopardstown return behind Call Me Lyreen last month but this another tough ask.

10 I LIKE TO MOVE IT (GB) (34) B g Trans Island - Nobratinetta (FR)

TFRHHHHI BHA142 FORM 211513

11-2

17 SUPRISE PACKAGE (GB) (6) B g Le Fou (IRE) - Suetsu (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA135 FORM P20201

(in 5lb ex)

6 11-0

J Kevin Sexton T Peter Fahey, Ireland O Mr Paul D. Leech B Derwent Dene Farm

12Mar San 6Feb Leo Dec21 Leo

18 TOP BANDIT (GB) (103)

6 10-13

B g Kayf Tara - Lago d’Oro

J Davy Russell T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Andrew Brown/Daryl Gooch/Mark Cookson B Mrs S. M. Newell

19 CORMIER (IRE) (13)

J Sean Quinlan T Brian Ellison, Malton O Dan Gilbert and Andrew Bruce B Grangecon Stud S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

20 GUA DU LARGE (FR) (110)

J Rachael Blackmore E Hood, Tongue Strap T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland O Robcour B Pascal Noue

21 ECLAIR DE BEAUFEU (FR) (40)

B g Monitor Closely (IRE) - Tenebreuse Gemm (FR) 8 10-10

15f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

yield 1 Hammersmith (IRE) yield 1 Sit Down Lucy (IRE) good 1/11 Brorson (IRE)

4l 21/2l 3 /4l

TFRHHHII BHA134 (+4) FORM 0-24011 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Tough, dependable sort who dispelled his Greatwood Hurdle blip when landing a C&D handicap in January and followed up in Morebattle Hurdle at Kelso (2m) 2 weeks ago. This is tougher, though.

5Mar Kel 29Jan Chl Nov21 Chl

6 10-11

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Kayagua (FR)

9l 18l 71/2l

TFRHHHHI BHA139 FORM 4-13111 C

Dec21 Pun Nov21 Pun Oct21 Chl

6 10-13

15f HcpH soft 1/22 Lively Citizen (IRE) 16f HcpH yd-sf 9 Call Me Lyreen (IRE) 16f HcpH yd-sf 2 Brides Hill (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers and impressive start over hurdles during the winter, making it 3 wins from 4 starts with minimum fuss in Punchestown novice (15.8f) in December. More to come now handicapping.

(in 5lb ex)

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Scotch Bonnet (IRE)

J Jordan Gainford (3) T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Mr Allan Snow B Mickael Renaud

TIMEFORM VIEW Had been shaping well in Ireland and, played wide and late, he forged clear to land Imperial Cup at Sandown (2m) on Saturday. Has to be worth a look under a penalty and yard won this 12 months ago.

16f HcpH soft 1/11 Saint d’Oroux (FR) 16f HcpH good 1/12 Severance 16f HcpH good 15/19 West Cork

11/2l 1 /2l 23l

TFRHHHII BHA137 FORM 150-4P1

TIMEFORM VIEW Kapgarde gelding who boasts a mixed record but he resumed progress with big-field handicap success at Fairyhouse (2m) 18 days ago, responding well under pressure. That may not prove his limit.

Nov21 Fai 16f HcpH good 1 Oct21 Dow 16f HcpH soft P Apr21 Pun 16f Hdl yield 4

Glan (IRE) Eskylane (IRE) El Barra (FR)

nk 10l

TFRHHHII BHA136 FORM 0-020P0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts good Festival form, running

E Cheek Pieces another fine race when fourth in this race 12 months ago.

22 TAX FOR MAX (GER) (232) B g Maxios - Tomato Finish (GER)

Has yet to fire over hurdles/fences this term but lurking on good mark if return to this venue perks him up

6Feb Leo 9Jan Fai Nov21 Fai

16f HcpH yd-sf 21 17f HcpC soft P 16f HcpH good 13

Call Me Lyreen (IRE) Dunvegan (FR) Gua du Large (FR)

70l 12l

TFRHHHII BHA135 FORM 26-22

5 10-9

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart Flat winner who has finished

7 10-9

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who returned with pair of solid placed efforts last summer. Not in same form when well beaten in the Greatwood but should strip fitter for his Leopardstown run 12 days ago.

J Sean O’Keeffe E Hood runner-up on 3 of his 4 starts over hurdles, again proving too keen behind Farout at Galway back in July. Well-run T W. P. Mullins, Ireland race should suit now handicapping at least.

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede Jul21 Gal 16f Hdl good 2 Farout (IRE) 23/4l B V. Kaufling May21 Tip 16f Hdl soft 2 Slip of The Tongue (IRE) 41/2l Mar21 Chl 16f Hdl gd-sf 6/8 Quilixios 24l

23 BUA BOY (IRE) (12) B g Doyen (IRE) - High Priestess (IRE)

J Denis Hogan T Denis G. Hogan, Ireland O Katie & Brian Castle Partnership B Michael G. Daly

24 BROOMFIELD BURG (IRE) (34) Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Somedaysomehow (IRE)

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr. T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Mr John P. McManus B Mr Michael D. Hickey

25 STEPNEY CAUSEWAY (GB) (29) B g New Approach (IRE) - Wake Up Call

TFRHHIII BHA135 FORM 30-2203

6Mar Leo Nov21 Chl Sep21 Lis

6 10-8

18f Hdl yield 3 Whiskey Sour (IRE) 16f HcpH good 13/19 West Cork 16f HcpH gd-yd 2 Dysart Diamond (IRE)

19l 20l 11/4l

TFRHHHII BHA134 FORM 112210 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage sort who doubled hurdles tally in a Kempton novice (2m) on Boxing Day. However, could manage only seventh in Betfair Hurdle (sent off 11/4) and it’s possible he’s a little tricky.

12Feb Nby 16f HcpH gd-sf 7/14 Glory And Fortune (IRE) Dec21 Kmp 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/5 Black Poppy Dec21 Chl 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/12 Lively Citizen (IRE)

5 10-8

TFRHHHII BHA134 FORM 11-3253

71/2l 10l 1 /2l

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly reached a useful level over J Jack Andrews (5) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces hurdles last term, winning 4 times. Didn’t kick on from chase debut second in 2 subsequent starts in that sphere T Dan Skelton, Alcester and tough to pull off front-running tactics here.

O The Gredley Family 17Feb Lei 15f Ch soft 3/4 Nelson River 11l B Laundry Cottage Stud Farm Dec21 Don 16f HcpC gd-sf 5/6 Xcitations 17l S Unex Group Nov21 War 16f Ch gd-sf 2/5 Edwardstone 7l 34

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26 TEMPO CHAPTER TWO (IRE) (37) Br g Morpheus - Quecha (IRE)

J Daniel Mullins T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mr John P. McGovern B Mr Padraig Williams

6 10-8

TFRHHHII BHA134 FORM 2-21421

TIMEFORM VIEW Improving by the run for Willie Mullins, quickening up nicely to get off the mark in a Fairyhouse novice (2m) in February. Pitched in to a deep handicap now but he’s totally unexposed.

9Feb Fai 16f Hdl 1Jan Tmr 16f Hdl Nov21 Gow 16f Hdl

soft 1 heavy 2 yield 4

Hollow Sound (IRE) El Fabiolo (FR) Indigo Breeze (FR)

41/4l 13l 8l

DECLARED RUNNERS 28 2021: BELFAST BANTER (IRE) 6 10 0 Kevin Sexton 33-1 (Peter Fahey) 25 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No. 22.

Stewards Note: WEST CORK: Following its run on 18/12/2021 it was reported that the horse had suffered an overreach.

Probable S.P’s: 13-2 State Man (FR), 9-1 Top Bandit (GB), 11-1 West Cork (GB), 14-1 Colonel Mustard (FR), Suprise Package (GB), 16-1 I Like To Move It (GB), 18-1 My Mate Mozzie (IRE), 22-1 Call Me Lyreen (IRE), First Street (GB), Farout (IRE), Cormier (IRE), Broomfield Burg (IRE), 25-1 Jesse Evans (IRE), 28-1 Tritonic (GB), Gua du Large (FR), 40-1 Ballyadam (IRE), Dysart Diamond (IRE), Faivoir (FR), Cask Mate (IRE), Irascible (FR), Eclair de Beaufeu (FR), Tax For Max (GER), Tempo Chapter Two (IRE), 50-1 Stepney Causeway (GB), 66-1 Felix Desjy (FR), Bua Boy (IRE)

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.I LIKE TO MOVE IT 2.TOP BANDIT 3.STATE MAN (FR)

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Second Race

PLAY SMARTER

Unsurprisingly, claims can be made for a host, including Nigel Twiston Davies’ I LIKE TO MOVE IT. Already a 3-time winner over hurdles, he improved again and shaped really well when second in the Befair Hurdle latest, going down by a short head. This stiffer test will suit and he earns the vote. Irish raiders Top Bandit and State Man are next best, ahead of West Cork and Surprise Package.

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FACTS & STATS THE ALBERT BARTLETT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE RACE DESCRIPTION

The Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle is run over the stamina-sapping trip of three miles and this contest attracts the top staying hurdlers of the future. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race prior to the official start of the season, usually towards the end of April. In theory, this allows the inexperienced horses to race against each other before graduating to the senior ranks. In this Grade 1 race, all runners will carry 11st 8lb.

GRADE 1

LAST YEAR’S

WINNER

RUN OVER TWO MILES, SEVEN FURLONGS & 213 YARDS

VANILLIER We weren’t done with surprises as Vanillier took the Albert Bartlett under a great ride by Mark Walsh. The striking grey was going much the best of those in the front rank turning for home and quickly put double digit lengths between him and the field. It was by far a career best effort and it could be that he’s a spring horse that loves Cheltenham, with him finishing third in this year’s Ukraine Appeal National Hunt Chase.

12 HURDLES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£135,000

£78,679 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR 2011-2021 YEAR 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

FORM 2120 211 32 3113 611141 1111 11F12 1203 11111 2111

WINNER AGE WEIGHT SP Vanillier 6 11-5 14/1 Monkfish 6 11-5 5/1 Minella Indo 6 11-5 50/1 Kilbricken Storm 7 11-5 33/1 Penhill 6 11-5 16/1 Unowhatimeanharry 8 11-5 11/1 Martello Tower 7 11-7 14/1 Very Wood 5 11-7 33/1 At Fishers Cross 6 11-7 11/8F Brindisi Breeze 6 11-7 7/1

TRAINER RUNNERS G Cromwell (Ire) 16 W Mullins (Ire) 19 H de Bromhead (Ire) 20 C Tizzard 20 W Mullins (Ire) 15 H Fry 19 Ms M Mullins (Ire) 19 N Meade (Ire) 18 R Curtis 13 L Russell 20

LAST RACE (NO.DAYS) 10th Nathaniel Lacy Novice Hurdle (41) 1st Thurles Novice Hurdle (54) 2nd G3 Clonmel Novice Hurdle (29) 3rd Challow Novice Hurdle (76) 1st Limerick Novice Hurdle (78) 1st Exeter Handicap Hurdle (33) 2nd Leopardstown Hurdle (47) 3rd Lawlors Hotel Novice Hurdle (68) 1st Classic Novice Hurdle (48) 1st Prestige Novice Hurdle (27)

KEY TRENDS Horses rated 152+ are 3-5

8 of the past 11 winners had won or placed in a bumper

7 of the past 10 winners had won an Irish Point-to-Point

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years.

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Willie Mullins

Paul Townend

2 winners

2 winners

Today Willie saddles Classic Getaway, Minella Cocooner, Ramillies, The Nice Guy

Today Paul rides Minella Cocooner

2m 7f 213y

THIRD RACE 2.50 THE ALBERT BARTLETT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(Grade 1) (Registered as The SPA NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £135000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £60181, 2nd £24805, 3rd £12402, 4th £6208, 5th £3104, 6th £1552, 7th £769, 8th £392. (Penalty Value £78679.52) FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): W P Mullins (31 wins from 280 runners, 11%) runs CLASSIC GETAWAY, MINELLA COCOONER, RAMILLIES & THE NICE GUY Fancy That: W P Mullins won this race in 2017 & 2020. The stable runs CLASSIC GETAWAY, MINELLA COCOONER, RAMILLIES, THE NICE GUY today.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 BALLYGRIFINCOTTAGE (IRE) (54)

7 11-8

B g Stowaway - Long Long Time (IRE)

J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Friends From Insurance B Crossogue Stud & G. Felisati S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

2 BARDENSTOWN LAD (GB) (41)

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pougatcheva (FR) 7

TFRHHIII BHA136 FORM U-11131 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 3 completed starts in points and made a positive start under Rules when third in Grade 2 here. Comfortably went one better in Lingfield novice but this a tall order.

23Jan Lin Dec21 Chl

11-8

B g Getaway (GER) - Artic Vic (IRE)

J Jamie Moore T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham O David Maughan B G. Merrigan S FBC Manby Bowdler

6 11-8

6 11-8

Br g Getaway (GER) - Classic Magic (IRE)

J Mr P. W. Mullins T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Cheveley Park Stud B Daniel Fogarty S Cheveley Park Stud

Bl g Saint des Saints (FR) - Diorissima (GER)

7 11-8

J J. J. Slevin E Tongue Strap T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland O Gigginstown House Stud B John Mounsey S Joseph O’Brien/Carriganog Racing

6 FALCON EIGHT (IRE) (36) B g Galileo (IRE) - Polished Gem (IRE)

J Mark Walsh T D. K. Weld, Ireland O Dr R. Lambe B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd

7 GINTO (FR) (75)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Tina Rederie (FR) J Jack Kennedy T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Bective Stud B Mr Sebastien Berger

Mus Chl Nav

11/2l 61/4l

23f Hdl 23f Hdl 21f Hdl

good 1/3 good 1/8 good 3

Where It All Began (IRE) Dragon Bones Tullybeg (IRE)

11l 1l 13/4l

TFRHIIII BHA130 FORM 320113 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive, bagging Catterick maiden and Southwell handicap before excellent third at Wincanton last month. Not up to this level, however.

23f HcpH gd-sf 3/9 The Big Galloper (IRE) 24f HcpH gd-sf 1/9 Domaine de L’Isle (FR) 19f Hdl gd-sf 1/10 Wrong Shape Ball (IRE)

61/4l 16l 12l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 1-121 D

TIMEFORM VIEW £570,000 purchase on back of point success. Landed odds in bumper and off mark at second attempt over hurdles in maiden at Punchestown. Remains with potential but taking a huge step up in class.

31Jan Pun 6Jan Clo May21 Tip

5 ERIC BLOODAXE (IRE) (41)

High Stakes (IRE) Blazing Khal (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA140 FORM 311311 CD

6Feb Mus 3Jan Swl Dec21 Cat

4 CLASSIC GETAWAY (IRE) (46)

heavy 1/7 gd-sf 3/6

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has won 4 of his 5 starts over hurdles, notably when defying penalties in novices over C&D and Musselburgh last 2 starts.

Possesses the requisite stamina and no forlorn hope.

J Sean Bowen T John McConnell, Ireland O Ms Caroline Ahearn 5Feb B J B Property Developments (Midlands) Ltd Oct21 Sep21

3 BRORSON (IRE) (40)

23f Hdl 23f Hdl

20f Hdl 19f Hdl 20f Stk

yield 1 heavy 2 heavy 1

The Waltzer (IRE) Cash Back (FR) Bolintlea (IRE)

43/4l 6l 15l

TFRHHIII BHA142 FORM 0/-41210

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways upped in trip in Grade 2 hurdle at Limerick (23f, heavy) but tailed off in Grade 1 at Leopardstown since.

5Feb Leo Dec21 Lim Dec21 Nav

22f Hdl 23f Hdl 20f Hdl

yield 7/7 heavy 1 yield 2/5

Minella Cocooner (IRE) Freedom To Dream (FR) Ginto (FR)

73l 71/2l 11l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 51

7 11-8

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart stayer on the level (Chester Cup E Cheek Pieces winner) who left hurdles debut behind when winning Thurles maiden (23f), jumping better. Much more needed here but has loads of potential given ability on Flat.

10Feb Thu Dec21 Leo Jun21 Asc

6 11-8

23f Hdl 20f Hdl 21f Stk

yield 1 Rajsalad (FR) yd-sf 5 Journey With Me (IRE) soft 9/15 Stratum

13/4l 27l 24l

TFRHHHHH BHA150 FORM 121-111 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made light of the further step up in grade to complete the hat-trick in Grade 1 at Naas in January, in doing so maintaining an unbeaten record over hurdles. Likeable type and more to come up in trip.

2Jan Naa Dec21 Nav Nov21 Nav

40

20f Hdl 20f Hdl 20f Hdl

soft 1/7 yield 1/5 good 1

Grand Jury (FR) Eric Bloodaxe (IRE) Benny The Duke (IRE)

41/4l 11l 51/2l

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8 GOOD TIME JONNY (IRE) (41)

TFRHHHII BHA146 FORM F31611 D

7 11-8

B g Shirocco (GER) - Shaylejon (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Form over hurdles has really taken off J Kevin Sexton E Tongue Strap since switched to handicaps, winning 3 of his last 4 starts, notably when beating 23 rivals at Leopardstown last T A. J. Martin, Ireland month. Not to be underestimated at this level.

O A Shiels/Donal Gavigan/Niall Reilly 5Feb Leo 24f HcpH yield 1 Rightplacerightime (IRE) 13/4l B James F. Dunne Dec21 Leo 20f HcpH yd-sf 1 Mars Harper 2l

Nov21 Chl

9 GREEN BOOK (FR) (27)

TIMEFORM VIEW Improver on Flat in 2021 and has continued on the up switched to hurdles, bagging third win in 3m Sandown handicap. Probably found Haydock coming too soon but flying too high in all likelihood here.

J Charlie Deutsch T Venetia Williams, Hereford O Lady Price, C Shaw, C Boylan & I Tagg B S.A. Le Thenney S Faucets Limited

10 HILLCREST (IRE) (27)

19Feb 5Feb 15Jan

Ch g Dubai Destination (USA) - Witness Express (IRE)

19Feb Hay 29Jan Chl 1Jan Chl

23Jan Thu Dec21 Crk Nov21 Thu

6 11-8

13 MINELLA COCOONER (IRE) (41) B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Askanna (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to open account over hurdles at third attempt in Sedgefield maiden. Took another big step forward when following up in Grade 2 at Doncaster. More needed again.

29Jan Don 14Jan Seg Dec21 Lim

24f Hdl 19f Hdl 19f Hdl

good 1/7 gd-sf 1/8 heavy 2

The Real Whacker (IRE) Betty Baloo Split The Bucket (IRE)

2l 14l 1 6 /2l

TFRHHHHI BHA146 FORM 2-1211

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who confirmed hurdling

5Feb Leo Dec21 Nav Nov21 Crk

22f Hdl 20f Hdl 16f Hdl

yield 1/7 gd-yd 1 soft 2

Minella Crooner (IRE) My Design (IRE) Hamundarson (IRE)

23/4l 61/2l 23/4l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 150-631 D

7 11-8 TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record in bumpers (often E Tongue Strap finished weakly) but has made a positive start over hurdles, not hard pressed when landing odds in maiden at Punchestown. Mettle will be tested in this, though.

J Rachael Blackmore T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland O Mr Anthony Head B Ben McCabe

B g Golden Horn - Starfala

11/4l 12l 1 /2l

and looked a stayer of some potential when following up in Grade 1 at Leopardstown (22.2f). Shortlisted.

15 SHANTREUSSE (IRE) (29)

16 STAG HORN (GB) (62)

gd-yd 2 Gerri Colombe (FR) soft 4/8 Nell’s Well (IRE) gd-yd 2 Churchstonewarrior (IRE)

E Hood debut promise when winning 16-runner maiden at Navan

J P. Townend T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mr David Bobbett B J. Asple

B g Shantou (USA) - Shocona (IRE)

6 11-8

23f Hdl 24f Hdl 23f Hdl

TFRHHIII BHA141 FORM 2/-3211 D

J James Bowen E Tongue Strap T John McConnell, Ireland O Colm Herron & Rockview Racing Syndicate B Ivor Dulohery

J B. J. Cooper T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mrs J. Donnelly B M. Morgan

8l 2l

TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled when upped to a Grade 3 at E Cheek Pieces Cork and only second in novice at Thurles since. Firmly up against it.

B g Mahler - Finnow Turkle (IRE)

Gr g Shantou (USA) - Mrs Wallensky (IRE)

heavy 1/7 Crystal Glory good U/6 North Lodge (IRE) soft 1/7 I Am Maximus (FR)

TFRHIIII BHA140 FORM 23-1242 D

11-8

12 MAHLER MISSION (IRE) (48)

14 RAMILLIES (IRE) (23)

24f Hdl 20f Hdl 20f Hdl

23Feb Pun 30Jan Naa Apr21 Pun

6 11-8

20f Hdl 19f Hdl 16f Stk

sf-hv 1 The Waltzer (IRE) good 3 The Nice Guy (IRE) yield 6/8 Kilcruit (IRE)

7l 12l 26l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 21-211 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of hurdling debut when winning novice at Cork and booked his ticket for this when following up in Grade 3 at Clonmel (3m, heavy) last month. Stamina clearly his strong suit.

17Feb Clo 8Jan Crk Nov21 Pun

24f Hdl 24f Hdl 21f Hdl

heavy 1/6 heavy 1 gd-yd 2

Eye Van (IRE) Corbeau (FR) Mr Fred Rogers (IRE)

5l 17l 13/4l

TFRHHHII BHA137 FORM 11

5 11-8

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart stayer on the Flat (good record J Nick Scholfield E Cheek Pieces in the mud) who impressed when winning both starts over hurdles, notably Grade 2 at Warwick. Potentially lots T Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn more to come from him in this game now up in trip.

O Ben & Sir Martyn Arbib 15Jan War 21f Hdl soft 1/7 Gentleman At Arms (IRE) 2l B Arbib Bloodstock Partnership Dec21 Her 19f Hdl good 1/16 World of Dreams (IRE) 13/4l

Oct21

41

Pon

18f Stk

soft

1/5

Notation (IRE)

23/4l

Third Race

J Sean Flanagan T Noel Meade, Ireland O Gigginstown House Stud B Stephen Curran S Noel Meade Racing

8

99l 3 /4l -

TIMEFORM VIEW Big chasing type who is unbeaten when completing over hurdles, galloping on strongly on first crack at 3m in Grade 2 Prestige Novices’ Hurdle at Haydock. That form puts him right in the mix.

J Richard Patrick T Henry Daly, Ludlow O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings B A. Craigie S Trust Inns Limited

11 IDAS BOY (IRE) (54)

Hay 24f Hdl heavy 4/7 Hillcrest (IRE) San 23f HcpH gd-sf 1/17 Beauport (IRE) Kmp 21f HcpH soft U/19 Cobblers Dream (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA148 FORM 1-111U1 C D

7 11-8

Br g Stowaway - Shop Dj (IRE)

12l

TFRHIIII BHA137 FORM 211U14

5 11-8

B g Authorized (IRE) - Mantissa

21f HcpH good 6/11 Gowel Road (IRE)

17 THE NICE GUY (IRE) (47)

7 11-8

B g Fame And Glory - Kilbarry Beauty (IRE)

J Sean O’Keeffe T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mr Malcolm C. Denmark B Con O’Keeffe S Leaflet Company Ltd

30Jan Naa Dec21 Leo Nov21 Fai

18 THE REAL WHACKER (IRE) (48)

6 11-8

B g Mahler - Credit Box (IRE)

J Sam Twiston-Davies T Ann Duffield, Leyburn O Patrick Neville, John Twiss B Mrs B. Keane

6 11-8

J A. P. Heskin T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O McNeill Family/Patrick & Scott Bryceland B Killian Traynor

DECLARED RUNNERS 19

19f Hdl 16f Stk 16f Stk

good 1 yd-sf 1 good 1

The Short Go (IRE) Dorans Weir (IRE) Santonito (FR)

8l 3 /4l 21/4l

TFRHIIII BHA139 FORM 612

TIMEFORM VIEW Left hurdling debut form behind to run out a surprise winner of maiden at Carlisle. Took another big step forward when second to Mahler Mission in Grade 2 at Doncaster. Plenty to find here, though.

29Jan Don Dec21 Car Sep21 Lis

19 WHERE IT ALL BEGAN (IRE) (41) B g Yeats (IRE) - Peggy Cullen (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 111

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form when winning both starts in bumpers and maintained his unbeaten record in workmanlike fashion switched to hurdles in Naas maiden (19f). Sure to improve and will stay.

24f Hdl 25f Hdl 20f Hdl

good 2/7 soft 1/5 gd-yd 6

Mahler Mission (IRE) Best Trition (IRE) San Salvador (IRE)

2l 7l 26l

TFRHIIII BHA128 FORM 20-2212

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 3 times (bumper first 2 occasions) before coming good in 21.5f Tramore maiden. No match for Bardenstown Lad at Musselburgh since, however, and looks out of his depth here.

5Feb Mus 1Jan Tmr Nov21 Clo

23f Hdl 21f Hdl 19f Hdl

good 2/3 heavy 1 heavy 2

Bardenstown Lad Hors Piste (FR) Upping The Anti (IRE)

11l s.h 12l

2021: VANILLIER (FR) 6 11 5 Mark Walsh 14-1 (Gavin Cromwell) 16 ran

Stewards Note: GREEN BOOK: Following its run on 19/2/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Ginto (FR), 4-1 Hillcrest (IRE), 9-1 Minella Cocooner (IRE), 12-1 The Nice Guy (IRE), 16-1 Shantreusse (IRE), 18-1 Bardenstown Lad (GB), Stag Horn (GB), 20-1 Good Time Jonny (IRE), 25-1 Ramillies (IRE), 28-1 Classic Getaway (IRE), Falcon Eight (IRE), 33-1 Ballygrifincottage (IRE), 40-1 Mahler Mission (IRE), 50-1 Eric Bloodaxe (IRE), 80-1 Idas Boy (IRE), The Real Whacker (IRE), 100-1 Brorson (IRE), Green Book (FR), 300-1 Where It All Began (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GINTO made light of the further step up in grade when completing the hat-trick in a Grade 1 at Naas in January, maintaining his unbeaten record over hurdles in the process. There’s a good chance that this longer trip will bring out further improvement, so he makes plenty of appeal. Hillcrest and Minella Cocooner are both highly progressive so rate the main threats.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GINTO (FR) 2.HILLCREST (IRE) 3.MINELLA COCOONER (IRE)

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FACTS & STATS THE BOODLES CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP RACE DESCRIPTION

The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup is the most prestigious steeplechase found anywhere in the world. The cream of British and Irish staying chasers will be lining up for what is known as the Blue Riband of steeple chasing, and the small matter of a £625,000 first prize. Many of the past winners of this race such as Best Mate, Kauto Star and Denman to name just three have become legendary names in the world of National Hunt racing. Once again, as is usual in Championship races, all horses carry the same weight, in this case 11st 10lb.

LAST YEAR’S

GRADE 1

WINNER

RUN OVER THREE MILES, TWO FURLONGS & 70 YARDS

MINELLA INDO

Al Boum Photo couldn’t make it three wins on the bounce in last year’s race, but did run a cracker to finish third. The three pulled a long way clear of the rest but it was between Allaho and Minella Indo that the real battle took place. The two had gone toe-to-toe in last year’s RSA before getting collared late by Champ but he was pulled up earlier on in the race. Minella Indo just seemed to keep finding more to win by just over a length under a jubilant Jack Kennedy.

22 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£625,000

£351,687 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR 2012-2021 YEAR 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

FORM 11F4 1 1 1 211 11F1 111 000 1 031

WINNER AGE WEIGHT SP Minella Indo 8 11-10 9/1 Al Boum Photo 8 11-10 100/30F Al Boum Photo 7 11-10 12/1 Native River 8 11-10 5/1 Sizing John 7 11-10 7/1 Don Cossack 9 11-10 9/4F Coneygree 8 11-10 7/1 Lord Windermere 8 11-10 20/1 Bob’s Worth 8 11 10 11/4F Synchronised 9 11-10 8/1

TRAINER RUNNERS H de Bromhead (Ire) 12 W Mullins (Ire) 12 W Mullins (Ire) 16 C Tizzard 15 J Harrington (Ire) 13 G Elliott (Ire) 9 M Bradstock 16 J Culloty (Ire) 13 N Henderson 9 J J O’Neill 14

LAST RACE (NO.DAYS) 4th Irish Gold Cup (40) 1st Tramore Listed Chase 1st Tramore Listed Chase (73) 1st Denman Chase (34) 1st Irish Gold Cup (33) 1st Kinloch Brae Chase (64) 1st Denman Chase (34) unpl Irish Hennessy Gold Cup (33) 1st Hennessy Gold Cup (104) 1st Lexus Chase (79)

KEY TRENDS 20 of the past 22 winners had 12 or less chase starts

Every winner this century spent just one season hurdling

Every winner this century had already won a Grade 1

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years.

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Willie Mullins

Paul Townend

2 winners

2 winners

Today Willie saddles Al Boum Photo, Tornado Flyer & Asterion Forlonge

Today Paul rides Al Boum Photo

HISTORY The WellChild Cheltenham Gold Cup, run over three miles and two-and-a-half furlongs, has a history longer than most races at The Festival™.

The first ‘Cheltenham Gold Cup’ took place in July 1819 and was a Flat race over three miles on Cleeve Hill, overlooking the present racecourse. The inaugural winner, Spectre, won a prize of 100 guineas for his owner.

It wasn’t until 12 March 1924 when the race was run as we know it now, although in those days it took place on what is now the Old Course and was overshadowed by the National Hunt Chase. That first renewal was won by the five-year-old Red Splash, who earned connections £685!

The race was first abandoned due to frost in 1931 and in 1937 due to flooding, but the five intervening years saw the most prolific horse in the race’s history – Golden Miller.

He won five consecutive Gold Cups between 1932 and 1936 and also managed a Grand National for good measure in 1934.

The Vincent O’Brien-trained Cottage Rake became the first multiple winner in the post-war era winning all three renewals from 1948-50. Such was his success that he helped to popularise the Gold Cup, and The Festival™ itself, with the Irish public.

During the 1960s the legendary Arkle cemented his name in racing’s Hall of Fame by winning all three renewals from 1964-66. Such was Arkle’s superiority prior to his final victory that he was sent off the 1-10 favourite and the Tom Dreaper-trained icon remains the shortest-priced winner in the race’s history.

Perhaps the most remarkable feat by a trainer came in 1983 when Michael Dickinson saddled the first five finishers. Bregawn, ridden by Graham Bradley came out on top but can you name the other four? Captain John, Wayward Lad, Silver Buck and Ashley House, in case you were left scratching your head.

Dawn Run created another piece of history in 1986 when Paddy Mullins’ mare became the first, and only, horse to date to win both the Gold Cup and the Champion Hurdle.

A new era of domination began in 2002 when Best Mate, trained by Henrietta Knight, won the first of three consecutive Gold Cups. His final victory in 2004 confirmed him as only the fourth horse to have won the race three or more times.

The Paul Nicholls-trained Kauto Star (pictured above, centre) outclassed his rivals in 2007 but twelve months later he had no answer to his strong-travelling stablemate Denman. In 2009, the pair locked horns again but with Denman only just recovered from a heart condition, Kauto Star gained revenge and became the first horse to regain the Gold Cup. In 2013, Bob’s Worth gave Nicky Henderson his second Gold Cup winner in three years following the success of Long Run in 2011. The 2014 renewal saw Lord Windermere prevail in a dramatic renewal and 2015 had its fair share of drama as Coneygree became the first novice since Captain Christy in 1974 to lift the Gold Cup. Four of the last five renewals have seen trainers win the race for the first time with Don Cossack, Sizing John, Native River and Al Boum Photo landing the spoils for their respective trainers, but Al Boum Photo put an end to that last year as he secured his trainer Willie Mullins’ second Gold Cup on the bounce. Unfortunately for all those involved he couldn’t make it a hat-trick in 2021, however he returns today to try and make it a third win in the race after Minella Indo took the race last year. Henry de Bromhead had already had a fantastic Festival™ and made it a one-two in last’s renewal, and could we have another dual winner, or will someone else add their name to the cup?

3m 2f 70y

FOURTH RACE 3.30 THE BOODLES CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £625000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £269000, 2nd £110875, 3rd £55438, 4th £27750, 5th £13875, 6th £6938, 7th £3438, 8th £1750. (Penalty Value £351687.50) FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (47 wins from 308 runners, 15%) runs CHANTRY HOUSE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (18 wins from 64 runners, 28%) runs AL BOUM PHOTO, ASTERION FORLONGE & TORNADO FLYER Fancy That: W P Mullins won this race in 2019 & 2020.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 AL BOUM PHOTO (FR) (76) B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Al Gane (FR)

TFRHHHHI BHA170 FORM 11/13-21 CD

10 11-10

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this in 2019 and 2020. Creditable E Cheek Pieces third to Minella Indo and A Plus Tard last year. Warmed up in customary fashion with a fourth successive win in Tramore Grade 3 on New Year’s Day. Cheekpieces on.

J P. Townend T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mrs J. Donnelly B Mr Emmanuel Clayeux & Mr Jacky Rauch

2 A PLUS TARD (FR) (80)

1Jan Apr21 Mar21

22f Ch 24f Ch 26f Ch

sf-hv 1/4 Burrows Saint (FR) yield 2/6 Clan des Obeaux (FR) gd-sf 3/12 Minella Indo (IRE)

4l 11/2l 51/2l

TFRHHHHH BHA172 FORM 3/212-12 C D BF

8 11-10

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Turboka (FR)

Tmr Pun Chl

TIMEFORM VIEW Second to Minella Indo last year. Very J Rachael Blackmore E Tongue Strap impressive when beating Royale Pagaille by 22 lengths on Haydock return. Collared by Galvin at Leopardstown T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland since but yard in better form now. Leading claims.

O Cheveley Park Stud Dec21 Leo 24f Ch yield 2/8 Galvin (IRE) s.h B Mme Henri Devin Nov21 Hay 25f Ch gd-sf 1/7 Royale Pagaille (FR) 22l S Cheveley Park Stud Mar21 Chl 26f Ch gd-sf 2/12 Minella Indo (IRE) 11/4l

3 ASTERION FORLONGE (FR) (41) Gr g Coastal Path - Belle du Brizais (FR)

J B. J. Cooper T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mrs J. Donnelly B E.A.R.L. La Forlonge

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class handicap performance E Tongue Strap when winning easily at Punchestown last spring. Set for second behind Tornado Flyer when falling last in King George but only a fair fourth in Irish Gold Cup since.

4 AYE RIGHT (IRE) (48) B g Yeats (IRE) - Gaybric (IRE)

5Feb Dec21 Dec21

9 11-10

J Callum Bewley T Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherfo, Jedburgh O Geoff and Elspeth Adam B Patrick Cashman S Tote

5 CHANTRY HOUSE (IRE) (48) Br g Yeats (IRE) - The Last Bank (IRE)

8 11-10

J Nico de Boinville E Cheek Pieces T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Mr John P. McManus B M. Conaghan

6 GALVIN (IRE) (80)

B g Gold Well - Burren Moonshine (IRE)

J Davy Russell T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Mr R. A. Bartlett B Gabriel O’Gara S Albert Bartlett

7 MINELLA INDO (IRE) (41) B g Beat Hollow - Carrigeen Lily (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA164 FORM 33-1UF4 BF

8 11-10

J Robbie Power T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland O Mr Barry Maloney B Mrs R. H. Lalor

8 11-10

Leo 24f Ch Kmp 24f Ch Pun 20f Ch

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who finally gained a deserved big handicap win in Rehearsal at Newcastle in November. Creditable 5 1/4 lengths third to Chantry House here latest but this is asking too much of him.

29Jan Chl 25f Ch good 3/5 Chantry House (IRE) Nov21 Nwc 23f HcpC gd-sf 1/12 Good Boy Bobby (IRE) Oct21 Kel 17f HcpC good 5/6 Nuts Well

51/4l hd 23l

TFRHHHII BHA160 FORM 111-1P1 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 1 novice chase winner here and at Aintree last spring. Ran abysmally when sent off favourite for King George but back on track in cheekpieces (retained) when winning Grade 2 here in January.

29Jan Chl 25f Ch Dec21 Kmp 24f Ch Nov21 San 24f Ch

good 1/5 soft P/9 gd-sf 1/2

Santini 21/2l Tornado Flyer (IRE) The Big Breakaway (IRE) 37l

TFRHHHHI BHA168 FORM 111-121 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Capped unbeaten novice chase campaign with National Hunt Chase success at 2021 Festival. Has improved again this term, collaring A Plus Tard on line in Savills at Leopardstown in December. Player.

yield 1/8 soft 2/5 good 1/5

A Plus Tard (FR) Frodon (FR) Annamix (FR)

s.h 3 /4l 1 /2l

TFRHHHHI BHA174 FORM F41-3P2 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Saw off A Plus Tard to win last year. Has yet to really fire this season but he did at least bounce back from an abject display in King George when second in Irish Gold Cup. Very good course record.

5Feb Dec21 Oct21 48

12l -

TFRHHIII BHA158 FORM 230-513

Dec21 Leo 24f Ch Oct21 Dow 24f Ch Oct21 Pun 23f Ch

9 11-10

yield 4/8 Conflated (IRE) soft F/9 Tornado Flyer (IRE) yd-sf U/10 Allaho (FR)

Leo 24f Ch Kmp 24f Ch Dow 24f Ch

yield 2/8 soft P/9 soft 3/5

Conflated (IRE) Tornado Flyer (IRE) Frodon (FR)

61/2l 5l

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8 PROTEKTORAT (FR) (104)

TFRHHHII BHA164 FORM 1221-21 C

7 11-10

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR)

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 1 winner at Aintree in novice J Harry Skelton E Tongue Strap season and built on fine reappearance second in Paddy Power Gold Cup here when easily winning a 25f Grade 2 T Dan Skelton, Alcester back at Aintree in December. The unknown quantity.

O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales Dec21 Ain 24f Ch soft 1/8 Native River (IRE) 25l B Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault 3 Nov21 Chl 20f HcpC good 2/19 Midnight Shadow /4l S Morson Group,Ladbrokes, TheAir AmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Apr21 Ain 19f Ch gd-sf 1/7 The Shunter (IRE) 33/4l

9 ROYALE PAGAILLE (FR) (34) B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Royale Cazoumaille (FR)

J Charlie Deutsch T Venetia Williams, Hereford O Mrs S. Ricci B Mr Philippe Mace S Faucets Limited

J Nick Scholfield T Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary O Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes B Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes S H & C Group Ltd

10 11-10

11 TORNADO FLYER (IRE) (82) B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Mucho Macabi (IRE) J Daniel Mullins T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O T. F. P. B Sweetmans Bloodstock

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

TFRHHIII BHA166 FORM 116-212 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Defied a big weight in Peter Marsh at Haydock in January. Good second in Denman at Newbury since but he was a remote sixth in this last year and A Plus Tard slammed him in Betfair.

12Feb Nby 22Jan Hay Nov21 Hay

10 SANTINI (GB) (48) B g Milan - Tinagoodnight (FR)

8 11-10

21/4l 1 /2l 22l

TFRHHIII BHA153 FORM 253P-42 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Close second to Al Boum Photo in this in 2020. Lost his way last term but back on song for new yard when second to Chantry House here last time. Still a surprise if he can do as well as 2 years ago.

29Jan Chl Dec21 Chl Mar21 Chl

9 11-10

23f Ch gd-sf 2/5 Eldorado Allen (FR) 25f HcpC soft 1/10 Sam Brown 25f Ch gd-sf 2/7 A Plus Tard (FR)

25f Ch good 2/5 Chantry House (IRE) 26f HcpC gd-sf 4/9 Commodore (FR) 26f Ch gd-sf P/12 Minella Indo (IRE)

21/2l 41l -

TFRHHHII BHA167 FORM 2543-51

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser who ran the race of his life when proving 9 lengths too strong for Clan des Obeaux in King George at Kempton on Boxing Day. Will need another career best to follow up.

Dec21 Kmp 24f Ch Dec21 Pun 20f Ch Mar21 Chl 20f Ch

soft 1/9 Clan des Obeaux (FR) yd-sf 5/10 Allaho (FR) gd-sf 3/11 Allaho (FR)

9l 8l 12l

2021: MINELLA INDO (IRE) 8 11 10 Jack Kennedy 9-1 (Henry de Bromhead) 12 ran

PLAY SMARTER

It could be another 1-2 for Henry de Bromhead but in a different order, with A PLUS TARD, who should be in his prime at 8, taken to turn the tables on last year’s winner Minella Indo. The latter has yet to really fire this term but he’s always saved his best for this meeting (2 wins and a second) and can provide a bigger threat than Galvin, who pipped the selection at Leopardstown over Christmas.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.A PLUS TARD (FR) 2.MINELLA INDO (IRE) 3.GALVIN (IRE)

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Probable S.P’s: 3-1 A Plus Tard (FR), 7-2 Galvin (IRE), 11-2 Minella Indo (IRE), 9-1 Al Boum Photo (FR), 10-1 Protektorat (FR), 16-1 Tornado Flyer (IRE), 18-1 Chantry House (IRE), Royale Pagaille (FR), 22-1 Asterion Forlonge (FR), 66-1 Santini (GB), 100-1 Aye Right (IRE)

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FACTS & STATS THE ST. JAMES’S PLACE FESTIVAL CHALLENGE CUP OPEN HUNTERS’ CHASE RACE DESCRIPTION Usually known as the ‘Amateurs’ Gold Cup’, the St James’s Place Festival Chase is the Championship race for the stars of the Point-to-Pointing circuit. Horses are only qualified for this race if they have either been placed first or second in two hunter chases since October 2019, won two open Point-to-Point races in that same timescale, or a combination of the two, with some extra allowances. Each of the runners carries the same weight - 12st.

LAST YEAR’S

HUNTER CHASE

WINNER

RUN OVER THREE MILES, TWO FURLONGS & 70 YARDS

PORLOCK BAY Another race that was affected by last year’s pandemic, professional riders were given an unusual chance to ride in the race. Porlock Bay was smuggled away in midfield by jockey Lorcan Williams, but once those in front of him began to wilt away he came there travelling strongly. Race regular Billaway had tracked the leaders and had all of them beat bar the Will Biddick-trained ten-year-old, and in a brilliant finish Porlock Bay prevailed by a short head over the battling Billaway.

22 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£50,000

£24,445 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR 2012-2021 YEAR 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

FORM 12 4 11 3 3341 10 122 01213 1221 12P1

WINNER AGE WEIGHT SP Porlock Bay 10 12-0 16/1 It Came To Pass 10 12-0 66/1 Hazel Hill 11 12-0 7/2F Pacha Du Polder 11 12-0 25/1 Pacha Du Polder 10 12-0 16/1 On The Fringe 11 12-0 13/8F On The Fringe 10 12-0 6/1 Tammys Hill 9 12-0 15/2 Salsify 8 12-0 2/1F Salsify 7 12-0 7/1

TRAINER RUNNERS W Biddick 18 E M O’Sullivan (Ire) 21 P Rowley 24 P Nicholls 24 P Nicholls 23 E Bolger (Ire) 24 E Bolger (Ire) 24 L Lennon (Ire) 24 R Sweeney (Ire) 23 R Sweeney (Ire) 22

LAST RACE (NO.DAYS) 2nd Wincanton Hunter Chase (43) 4th Fairyhouse Hunter Chase (107) 1st Warwick Hunter Chase (53) 3rd Doncaster Hunter Chase (23) 1st Bangor Hunter Chase (35) unpl Leopardstown Inn Hunter Chase (41) 2nd Leopardstown Inn Hunter Chase (33) 3rd Fairyhouse Hunter Chase (20) 1st Raymond Smith Hunter Chase (34) 1st Raymond Smith Hunter Chase (33)

KEY TRENDS 26 of the past 33 winners started their careers in Pointto-Points or Hunter Chases

10 of the past 12 winners had an official BHA rating of 134+

12 of the past 14 winners won or placed last-time-out

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years.

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Paul Nicholls

Miss Maxine O’Sullivan

2 winners

1 winner

Today Paul saddles Bob And Co

Today Maxine rides It Came To Pass

3m 2f 70y

FIFTH RACE 4.10 THE ST. JAMES’S PLACE FESTIVAL CHALLENGE CUP OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2)

for five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £50000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £21245, 2nd £10620, 3rd £5310, 4th £2655, 5th £1330, 6th £665. (Penalty Value £24445) FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): W P Mullins (31 wins from 280 runners, 11%) runs BILLAWAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (18 wins from 64 runners, 28%) runs BILLAWAY Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2017 & 2018. The stable runs BOB AND CO today.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner H B Breeder S SponsorE Equipment E Equipment Hunt S Sponsor

1 BACK BAR (IRE) (29) J Miss Izzie Marshall T Alan Hill, Aston Rowant O Richard Cranfield H Essex & Suffolk

2 BILLAWAY (IRE) (34) B g Well Chosen - Taipans Girl (IRE)

J Mr P. W. Mullins T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mr J. Turner H Carlow Farmers

TFRHIIII BHA116 FORM 3-21P21

10 12-0

B or Br g Brian Boru - Howrwedoin (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time fair hurdler (for Gordon Elliott) who is better known for his pointing exploits. Just fair form when winning novice hunter at Leicester last month so firmly up against it.

17Feb Lei Feb21 War Sep18 Lis

TIMEFORM VIEW Long been one of the leading lights in E Cheek Pieces hunter chases and looked as good as ever in first-time headgear when making all at Naas. Runner-up in this for last 2 years, only just failing 12 months ago.

12Feb Naa 23Jan Thu Apr21 Pun

11 12-0

B g Dom Alco (FR) - Outre Mer (FR)

4 COUSIN PASCAL (FR) (27)

10 12-0

Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tante Zoe (FR) J Mr James King T J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich O Mr P. A. Clifton H North Shropshire

B g Alberto Giacometti (IRE) - Promesse de Joie (FR)

J Mr Archie Wright T N. R. W. Wright, Chippenham O Nick Wright and Luly Wright H Cottesmore

J Mr Tommie M. O’Brien T Ryan Potter, Sellack O Mr R. D. Potter H Ledbury

7 DUBAI QUEST (IRE) (41)

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Longueville Quest (IRE) J Miss Gina Andrews T T. Ellis, Rugby O The Oak Partnership H East Essex

9 12-0

sf-hv 1 Good Bye Sam (FR) gd-yd 2 Winged Leader (IRE) yield 2/14 Bob And Co (FR)

41/2l 12l nose

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced good strike rate in this sphere in Champion Hunters at Punchestown. Not seen to best effect on belated return at Haydock last month. Still going well when unseated 3 out in this last year.

19Feb Hay May21 Str Apr21 Pun

22f Ch 27f Ch 24f Ch

heavy 2/4 Cousin Pascal (FR) good 2/7 Law of Gold (IRE) yield 1/14 Billaway (IRE)

2l 51/2l nose

TFRHHHII BHA133 FORM 11-1221

TIMEFORM VIEW Surprise winner of Foxhunters’ at Aintree last year. Should have won at Hereford on comeback and made amends when beating the returning Bob And Co by 2 lengths at Haydock. Unlikely to be far away.

19Feb Hay 31Jan Her Apr21 Ain

5 DESIRE DE JOIE (FR) (23)

24f Ch 24f Ch 24f Ch

TFRHHHHH BHA137 FORM 1U1-122 D BF

J Mr David Maxwell E Tongue Strap T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Mr David Maxwell H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale S Fitzdares

B g Califet (FR) - Tropulka God (FR)

13/4l 22l

TFRHHHHI BHA140 FORM 125-221

10 12-0

3 BOB AND CO (FR) (27)

6 DON BERSY (FR) (292)

22f Ch soft 1/5 Hotel du Nord (FR) 24f Ch soft P/17 Latenightpass 20f HcpH yd-sf 8 Brex Drago (ITY)

22f Ch 20f Ch 21f Ch

heavy 1/4 Bob And Co (FR) good 2/8 Wagner (IRE) gd-sf 1/21 Latenightpass

2l /4l 2 /2l 3

1

TFRHHIII BHA123 FORM 436P12

TIMEFORM VIEW Positive start for current yard when landing a point last month but he’s 0-10 over fences under Rules.

23Feb Don Sep21 Kil Aug21 Kil

26f Ch soft 2/5 19f HcpC good P 25f HcpC yield 6

Dolphin Square (IRE) Exit Poll (IRE) Fairyhill Run (IRE)

s.h 15l

TFRHIIII BHA131 FORM 21R/R-1R BF

9 12-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Refused to race on his last 3 outings E Cheek Pieces under Rules and on his latest start in a point. Very much one to leave alone.

Nov20 Lud Nov18 Hun May18 Utt

9 12-0

20f Ch gd-sf R/6 House Island (IRE) 15f HcpH good R/6 Mystic Sky 15f Ch good R/8 Verni (FR)

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TFRHHHII BHA137 FORM 11/11-11

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner who bolted up in hunters at Fakenham and Wetherby a year apart.

Jumping will be tested here but well worth a shot at this.

5Feb Wet Feb21 Fkn 58

24f Ch 24f Ch

good 1/5 soft 1/9

Le Breuil (FR) Getting Closer (IRE)

51/2l 14l

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8 FUMET D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (48)

TFRHHHII BHA127 FORM 12-1211 C

B g Della Francesca (USA) - Brise d’Oudairies (FR) 7 12-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to win first 2 starts in hunters but stamina stretched at Stratford in May. Multiple point winner, including small-field events on last 2 starts (latest Jan 29).

J Mr Zac Baker T T. Ellis, Rugby O D’oudes Partnership H Warwickshire

May21 Str Apr21 Chl Mar21 Lei

9 IT CAME TO PASS (IRE) (61) B g Brian Boru - Satellite Dancer (IRE)

J Miss Maxine O’Sullivan T Eugene M. O’Sullivan, Ireland O Mrs Alurie O’Sullivan H Duhallow

23/4l 2l 6l

TIMEFORM VIEW Surprise winner of this 2 years ago but is no longer at that level, well beaten when fell 3 out latest start in point (Jan 16).

Apr21 Mar21 Feb21

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

good 2/5 Vaucelet (FR) good 1/10 Envoye Special (FR) soft 1/13 I’m Wiser Now (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA139 FORM 0-5321F CD

12 12-0

10 LORD SCHNITZEL (IRE) (20)

27f Ch 16f Ch 20f Ch

Pun Chl Thu

24f Ch 26f Ch 24f Ch

yield 5/14 Bob And Co (FR) gd-sf 7/18 Porlock Bay (FR) heavy U Jury Duty (IRE)

27l 38l -

TFRHHIII BHA127 FORM 111121

9 12-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Has been going great guns in points

E Visor this season, winning 2-finisher event last time (Feb 26).

J Mr M. C. O’Donovan T Declan Queally, Ireland O Mr Klaus Koentopp H Dungarvan Farmers

Landed odds in maiden hunter latest start under Rules in December. Visored.

Dec21 Lim Aug21 Kil May21 Tip

11 MIGHTY STOWAWAY (IRE) (33)

11 12-0

B g Stowaway - The Mighty Matron (IRE)

11 12-0

B g Kayf Tara - Gaye Sophie

J Mr Christopher Furness T Mrs G. B. Walford, Sheriff Hutton O Mrs J. W. Furness H Bedale

11l 15l 46l

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner (including this season), though well beaten when pulled up last time (Feb 13). Good 5 1/2 lengths third of 4 to Vaucelet at Fairyhouse in November. Remote sixth in this last year.

Nov21 Fai Apr21 Ain Mar21 Chl

24f Ch 21f Ch 26f Ch

gd-yd 3 Vaucelet (FR) gd-sf 10/21 Cousin Pascal (FR) gd-sf 6/18 Porlock Bay (FR)

51/2l 37l 36l

TFRHHIII BHA124 FORM 1-11311 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in Ireland and did well in hunters in 2021, winning over C&D in April. Multiple winning pointer, including last 3 starts (latest Jan 30).

May21 Str Apr21 Chl Mar21 Car

27f Ch 26f Ch 24f Ch

good 3/7 good 1/8 soft 3/8

Law of Gold (IRE) Sugar Baron (IRE) The Galloping Bear

7l 43/4l 26l

TFRHHIII BHA118 FORM 40-U113

9 12-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple winning pointer and fairly J Mr George Chatterton E Visor useful chaser. Not far behind Cousin Pascal and Bob And Co on return to Rules at Haydock but that was a T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds slowly-run affair. Up against it.

O The Overworkdunderpaid Partnership 19Feb Hay 22f Ch heavy 3/4 Cousin Pascal (FR) 2l H Belvoir Apr21 Per 23f HcpC gd-sf 7/8 Landofsmiles (IRE) 16l

Mar21

14 POINT THE WAY (IRE) (12) Br g Brian Boru - Caslain Og (IRE)

J Mr Joe Wright T G. C. Brewer, Brandsby O Mr C. H. Brewer H Sinnington

15 PONT AVEN (IRE) (37) B g Doyen (IRE) - Behlaya (IRE)

J Mr Alex Chadwick T J. P. Owen, Newmarket O Mr T. C. O. Gredley H Thurlow

J Mr Bradley Gibbs T Bradley Gibbs, Lemsford O Mr Julian Sherriff H Llangeinor Pentyrch

20f HcpC soft

4/5

Realm Keeper (USA)

61/4l

TFRHIIII BHA117 FORM 2-11411 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a couple of hunters at Perth and Kelso when last seen under Rules in May. Off mark in points at seventh attempt last time (Feb 6). Looks out of his depth.

May21 Kel May21 Per Mar21 Mus

26f Ch 23f Ch 26f Ch

good 1/10 Nine Altars (IRE) soft 1/6 Killer Crow (IRE) good 2/7 Alcala (FR)

4l 61/2l 31/4l

TFRHHHII BHA139 FORM 4P3F11

9 12-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Talented chaser for Willie Mullins and E Cheek Pieces won a point by a wide margin for current connections.

Made an impressive winning start to life in hunters at Ludlow last month and is an interesting contender.

9Feb Lud Aug21 Kny Jul21 Kny

16 PREMIER MAGIC (IRE) (47) B g Court Cave (IRE) - Burn

11 12-0

Car

9 12-0

23f Ch gd-sf 1/9 20f HcpC good 3 17f HcpC good P

Bletchley Castle (IRE) Batcio (FR) Capuccimix (FR)

16l 31/2l -

TFRHHHII BHA126 FORM 111-311 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner, including last 2

E Tongue Strap starts. Justified short odds in hunter at Leicester on Rules

debut 13 months ago and better form when 4 1/4 lengths third of 5 to Vaucelet at Stratford in May.

May21 Str Feb21 Lei 59

27f Ch 22f Ch

good 3/5 Vaucelet (FR) heavy 1/15 No Limitations (IRE)

41/4l 3 /4l

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13 OVERWORKDUNDERPAID (IRE) (27) B g Getaway (GER) - Another Whiparound (IRE)

Is A Real Champ (IRE) My Immortal (IRE) Fest Deiz (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA125 FORM 12211P

J Mr J. J. Codd E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Camilla Sharples H Westmeath

12 MONBEG CHIT CHAT (GB) (47)

22f Ch heavy 1 25f Hdl yield 5 20f HcpH soft 10

17 REWRITETHERULES (IRE) (89) Br g Jeremy (USA) - Kachina (IRE)

J Mr David O’Brien T David O’Brien, Bickerton O Mr David O’Brien H Cheshire

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser at best. Looks out E Hood of his depth starting out for new yard.

Jul21 Jun21 Jun21

18 SENOR LOMBARDY (IRE) (19)

9 12-0

B g Milan - Killoughey Babe (IRE)

J Mr Lyall Hodgins T Mrs K Harding, Penrith O K&B Harding & A&K Thompson H Haydon

19 WINGED LEADER (IRE) (54) B g Winged Love (IRE) - Classical Beauty (IRE)

TFRHIIII BHA120 FORM 0021P0

8 12-0

B g Mahler - Goulburn Bridge (IRE)

Oscer Romero (IRE) The West’s Awake (IRE) Winged Leader (IRE)

87l 40l 51/2l

TFRHIIII BHA125 FORM 422-121

Car Kel Mus

24f Ch 23f Ch 26f Ch

soft soft soft

2/8 The Galloping Bear 2/10 Kilkishen (IRE) 4/13 Salvatore

21/4l 2l 23l

TFRHHHHI BHA139 FORM 21-1111

TIMEFORM VIEW Coming of age in hunter chases now, winning last 3 starts, jumping well on his return to Rules when beating Billaway (who was returning from 9 months off) by 12 lengths at Thurles in January.

J Mr Barry O’Neill T D. M. Christie, Ireland O Samuel John Hegarty/Miss Jennifer O’Kane 23Jan Thu H Fermanagh Jun21 Lis Apr21 Tmr

20 ZAMPARELLI (IRE) (19)

21f HcpH good 11 19f HcpC good 7 24f Ch good 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who pulled clear of the remainder when second in hunter at Carlisle when last seen under Rules a year ago. Won 4 of 5 starts in points, wide-margin winner latest (Feb 27).

Mar21 Feb21 Feb21

8 12-0

Bal Kil Lis

24f Ch 24f Ch 21f Ch

gd-yd 1 good 1 good 1

Billaway (IRE) Warriors Tale Wrong Direction (IRE)

12l 41/4l 6l

TFRHIIII BHA115 FORM 1-F2602

10 12-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record in hunters and firmly up J Mr Darren Andrews E Blinkers, Tongue Strap against it in this company.

T Miss V. Collins, Broadway O Miss Sarah A. Dawson 20Jan Lud 23f Ch soft 7/11 Hogan’s Height (IRE) 52l H North Cotswold May21 Str 20f Ch good 2/7 Keltus (FR) nk

Apr21

DECLARED RUNNERS 20

Chl

20f Ch

good F/11 Marcle Ridge (IRE)

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2021: PORLOCK BAY (FR) 10 12 0 Lorcan Williams 16-1 (Will Biddick) 18 ran

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Billaway (IRE), 11-2 Winged Leader (IRE), 15-2 Bob And Co (FR), 14-1 Pont Aven (IRE), 16-1 Dubai Quest (IRE), 18-1 Cousin Pascal (FR), Premier Magic (IRE), 22-1 Fumet d’Oudairies (FR), 33-1 It Came To Pass (IRE), Lord Schnitzel (IRE), Mighty Stowaway (IRE), Monbeg Chit Chat (GB), 40-1 Overworkdunderpaid (IRE), 50-1 Desire de Joie (FR), 80-1 Don Bersy (FR), Senor Lombardy (IRE), 100-1 Point The Way (IRE), 150-1 Back Bar (IRE), 300-1 Rewritetherules (IRE), Zamparelli (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BOB AND CO was still going well when unseating 3 out in this last year and he went on to make amends when edging out Billaway in the Champion Hunters at Punchestown in April. Paul Nicholls charge made a respectable return when second in a steadily-run race at Haydock and shades the vote over Billaway, who’s been second in the last 2 renewals. The up-and-coming Winged Leader is another to consider.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOB AND CO (FR) 2.BILLAWAY (IRE) 3.WINGED LEADER (IRE)

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LEADING CONNECTIONS LEADING JOCKEY The Leading Jockey award is sponsored by Holland & Cooper.

The Jockey with the most wins over the four days will receive the Leading Rider Perpetual Trophy on Friday.

LEADING TRAINER The Trainer with the most wins over the four days will be presented with a perpetual trophy.

LEADING OWNER The Leading Owner award is sponsored by the ROA. The Owner with the most wins over the four days will be presented with a perpetual trophy.

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SOUTH WEST REGION FREQUENT RUNNER SCHEME

The Jockey Club South West Frequent Runner Scheme is aimed at rewarding trainers who run horses regularly at Jockey Club Racecourses in the South West Region Cheltenham, Exeter, Warwick, and Wincanton.

There are two categories of a frequent runner. Trainers with 40 or more horses and Trainers with 40 or fewer horses in training.

Warwick’s two-day meeting on Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 September kicks off the 2021/22 scheme, which will conclude on 31 May 2022.

All qualifying races are allocated a star rating (* to *****) with trainers awarded full points (star rating) for their first runner and half points for additional runners in the same race. These are based on the average numbers of runners a race has attracted over the previous two or three.

At the end of the South West Jumps Season, the over 40winner will receive an Equi-trek horsebox for 12 months.

CURRENT STANDINGS (as of 11 March 2022) 40+ horses

Stars

Less than 40 horses

Stars

P J Hobbs

345

J Scott

123.5

P F Nicholls

340

Christian Williams

119.5

C L Tizzard

339.5

C J Down

119.5

D Skelton

331.5

Mrs J Williams

88

F O’Brien

261.5

Harriet Brown

85

A King

236.5

Ian Williams

81.5

N A Twiston-Davies

207

Mrs S Gardner

80.5

Jonjo O’Neill

197

J W Mullins

77

N J Henderson

189

Nick Williams

74

N P Mulholland

189

Henry Daly

72

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FACTS & STATS THE MRS PADDY POWER MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE RACE DESCRIPTION

The Grade 2 Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Steeple Chase is a fairly new addition to The Festival™, providing an excellent further opportunity for high-class racing mares under National Hunt rules and perhaps creating a springboard for a potential Gold Cup winner like the great Dawn Run. Run over two miles, four and a half furlongs, those running in the race will have to carry 11st 2lb, with penalties assessed on the class of race they have won over the past 18 months - 3lb for the winner of a Grade 2 chase and 5lb for the winner of a Grade 1. See how Concertista carries 11st 5lb after taking a Grade 2 chase at Cork in December, while Scarlet And Dove carries 11st 5lb after her Grade 2 success at Limerick in March 2020.

LAST YEAR’S

GRADE 2

WINNER

RUN OVER TWO MILES, FOUR FURLONGS & 127 YARDS

COLREEVY It was almost a given that Willie Mullins would get off to a flyer in the inaugural running on the Mares’ Chase. Eventual winner Colreevy battled it out with stablemate Elimay in a brilliant finish under a fine ride from Paul Townend. The subsequent Grade 1 winner was up with the pace throughout and jumped better than shown previously, with Mark Walsh and Elimay never far behind. The two quickened clear and despite looking like she would have to settle for second, Colreevy plugged on to see off Elimay in a thrilling finish.

17 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£120,000

£67,524 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR 2021 YEAR FORM WINNER 2021 111 Colreevy

AGE WEIGHT SP 8 11-7 9/4

TRAINER W Mullins (Ire)

RUNNERS 11

LAST RACE (NO.DAYS) 1st Thurles Mares Novice Chase (51)

KEY TRENDS Willie Mullins saddled the 1-2 last year (Has now won 15 of the 21 mares’ races).

Last year’s winner was a novice

The 3 penalised runners from last year finished in the first four

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race last year

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Willie Mullins

Paul Townend

1 winner

1 winner

Today Willie saddles Concertista & Elimay

Today Paul rides Concertista

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SIXTH RACE 4.50 THE MRS PADDY POWER MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Registered as THE LIBERTHINE MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards mares ª Total race value £120000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £51648, 2nd £21288, 3rd £10644, 4th £5328, 5th £2664, 6th £1332, 7th £660, 8th £336. (Penalty Value £67524) FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): W P Mullins (31 wins from 280 runners, 11%) runs CONCERTISTA & ELIMAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (18 wins from 64 runners, 28%) runs CONCERTISTA & ELIMAY

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 CONCERTISTA (FR) (80)

8

Ch m Nathaniel (IRE) - Zagzig

TFRHHHHI BHA152 FORM 112-311 C

11-5

TIMEFORM VIEW 2020 Dawn Run winner who was collared J P. Townend E Tongue Strap in the dying strides by Black Tears in the mares’ hurdle at this meeting 12 months ago. 2-2 in Grade 2 mares’ novice chases T W. P. Mullins, Ireland this season. More to come over fences.

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede Dec21 Lim 22f Ch heavy 1/7 Darrens Hope (IRE) 4l B Wertheimer et Frere 1 Dec21 Crk 16f Ch soft 1/9 Jeremys Flame (IRE) /2l

May21 Pun

2 SCARLET AND DOVE (IRE) (50)

8

B m Jeremy (USA) - Dark Mimosa (IRE)

J B. J. Cooper T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland O Gigginstown House Stud B Eddie O’Donoghue S Joseph O’Brien/Carriganog Racing

3 ELIMAY (FR) (34)

8

Gr m Montmartre (FR) - Hyde (FR)

11-5

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

9

J Sam Coltherd T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk O Debbie Crawford & stuart coltherd B Mrs Christine Susan Baylis S Bell Rural Solutions

5 MOUNT IDA (IRE) (76) B m Yeats (IRE) - Jolivia (FR)

J Davy Russell T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O KTDA Racing B Philip Hore

Stormy Ireland (FR)

11-2

11-2

TFRHHHII BHA149 FORM 15-223P

TIMEFORM VIEW Good efforts behind Mount Ida on first 2 outings this winter and shaped better than being pulled up would suggest in Thyestes at Gowran in January. More a place than win contender.

6l 41/4l

TFRHHHHH BHA155 FORM 121-321 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Edged out by stablemate Coolreevy in first running of this 12 months ago. Warmed up for this year’s renewal with a second successive win in Naas mares’ Listed race last month. Leading claims.

12Feb Naa 1Jan Fai Dec21 Ain

16f Ch 21f Ch 19f Ch

sf-hv 1/5 yield 2/5 soft 3/4

Court Maid (IRE) Mount Ida (IRE) Zambella (FR)

5l 1 /2l 14l

TFRHIIII BHA121 FORM 22-2211 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has thrived since front-running tactics have been adopted, winning mares’ handicaps at Wetherby and Carlisle in recent months. This surely a step too far, though.

7Feb Car 20f HcpC soft 1/5 27Jan Wet 19f HcpC gd-sf 1/7 8Jan Nwc 20f HcpC soft 2/4

11-2

91/2l

Another Theatre (IRE) Lady of The Night Burrows Diamond (FR)

51/2l 31/2l 6l

TFRHHHHI BHA156 FORM 1213-11 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Remarkable performance to win Kim

E Tongue Strap Muir last year as she didn’t look to be going anywhere

6 PINK LEGEND (GB) (34) B m Midnight Legend - Red And White (IRE)

J Charlie Deutsch T Venetia Williams, Hereford O Mr Francis Mahon B Mr Francis Mahon S Faucets Limited

7 VIENNA COURT (IRE) (49) Br m Mahler - Gales Present (IRE)

8

gd-yd 3/8

27Jan Gow 25f HcpC soft P Longhouse Poet (IRE) 1Jan Fai 21f Ch yield 3/5 Mount Ida (IRE) Nov21 Clo 20f Ch sf-hv 2/6 Mount Ida (IRE)

J Mark Walsh E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mr John P. McManus B Mr Christophe Toulorge

4 MAID O’MALLEY (GB) (39)

20f Hdl

early on (jumped right). Has built on that with wins at Clonmel and Fairyhouse (beat Ellimay) this term.

1Jan Fai Nov21 Clo Apr21 Fai

8

11-2

21f Ch 20f Ch 21f Ch

yield 1/5 sf-hv 1/6 yield 3/5

Elimay (FR) Scarlet And Dove (IRE) Elimay (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA137 FORM 1-1P61F CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable chaser who saw off Vienna Court to win Huntingdon Listed race over this trip in January. However, she was beaten when falling 3 out in Uttoxeter race won by Zambella last month.

12Feb Utt 20f Ch soft F/3 Zambella (FR) 28Jan Hun 19f Ch gd-sf 1/5 Vienna Court (IRE) Dec21 Chp 19f HcpC soft 6/9 Golden Whisky (IRE)

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J Sam Twiston-Davies T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham O James & Jean Potter Ltd B Colman O’Flynn Jnr S Potter Group

11-2

1 /2l 41/4l 1 2 /2l

11/4l 26l

TFRHHHII BHA141 FORM 43-3112 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned a much improved model this term, winning a pair of competitive C&D handicaps around the turn of the year. Respectable second to Pink Legend in Huntingdon Listed race since.

28Jan Hun 1Jan Chl Dec21 Chl

66

19f Ch gd-sf 2/5 Pink Legend 20f HcpC soft 1/16 Simply The Betts (IRE) 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/11 Precious Eleanor (FR)

11/4l 13/4l 11l

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8 ZAMBELLA (FR) (34)

7

B m Zambezi Sun - Visby (FR)

11-2

J Daryl Jacob T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B Mme Anne Boisnard & Mr Yannick Fouin S Ptarmigan Media Limited

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

TFRHHHII BHA142 FORM 2-41121 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful chaser who has won mares’ chases on 3 of her last 4 starts, the first 2 Listed events.

Won’t need to raise her game too much to give the Irish something to think about.

12Feb Utt 12Jan Lei Dec21 Don

20f Ch 15f Ch 20f Ch

soft 1/3 gd-sf 2/4 soft 1/6

Belle de Manech (FR) 28l Maskada (FR) 11/2l Crossgalesfamegame (IRE) 15l

2021: COLREEVY (IRE) 8 11 7 P Townend 9-4 (W P Mullins) 11 ran

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Elimay (FR), 2-1 Mount Ida (IRE), 7-2 Concertista (FR), 16-1 Zambella (FR), 22-1 Scarlet And Dove (IRE), 25-1 Vienna Court (IRE), 66-1 Pink Legend (GB), 300-1 Maid O’Malley (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ELIMAY had to settle for second behind a very classy stablemate in the inaugural running of this but can go one better now. Mount Ida beat the selection at Fairyhouse in January but there is a worry she’ll jump out to her right back on a left-handed track. She got away with it in the Kim Muir last year but may not do so against an opponent of Elimay’s calibre. Concertista is best of the rest.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ELIMAY (FR) 2.MOUNT IDA (IRE) 3.CONCERTISTA (FR)

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FACTS & STATS THE MARTIN PIPE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE RACE DESCRIPTION The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle, named in honour of the former trainer and father of current trainer David, is now in its fourteenth year. Run over two miles, four and a half furlongs, this race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been officially rated 0-145 and is restricted solely to conditional jockeys. It is the final race of this year’s Festival™ - we hope you can finish it off in style by backing the winner!

LAST YEAR’S

CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP

WINNER

GALOPIN DES CHAMPS

RUN OVER TWO MILES, FOUR FURLONGS & 56 YARDS

Our final race of last year saw Sean O’Keeffe win on the fast-improving Galopin Des Champs. In a race that often throws up a well handicapped horse, we had two in the eventual winner and the Skelton trained Langer Dan, who lines up again today. A big striking horse, Sean O’Keeffe masterly moved up behind the leaders to grab the inside rail and in doing so stole a few lengths on his chief rival. He showed an excellent turn of foot to pull away from the runner-up, who will be hoping not to bump into a future Grade 1 star this year.

9 HURDLES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£75,000

£39,022 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR 2012-2021 YEAR 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

FORM 12P6 52231 52 32161 123213 230 123 211 4201 130P1

WINNER AGE Galopin Des Champs 5 Indefatigable 7 Early Doors 6 Blow By Blow 7 Champagne Classic 6 Ibis Du Rheu 5 Killultagh Vic 6 Don Poli 5 Salubrious 6 Attaglance 6

WEIGHT 11-9 11-9 11-10 11-10 11-3 11-7 11-1 11-5 (3) 11-5 (3) 11-3 (3)

OR 142 145 145 144 138 139 135 143 141 139

SP 8/1 25/1 5/1 11/1 12/1 14/1 7/1 12/1 16/1 20/1

TRAINER RUNNERS W Mullins (Ire) 22 P Webber 23 J O’Brien (Ire) 24 G Elliott (Ire) 23 G Elliott (Ire) 23 P Nicholls 24 W Mullins (Ire) 21 W Mullins (Ire) 24 P Nicholls 23 M Jefferson 24

LAST RACE (NO. DAYS) 6th Chanelle Pharma Nov. Hurdle (40) 1st Warwick Listed Mares’ Hurdle (34) 2nd Leopardstown Christmas Hurdle (77) 1st Thurles Novice Hurdle (22) 3rd Thurles Novice Hurdle (22) unpl Sandown H’cap Hurdle (41) 3rd Leopardstwon Hurdle (47) 1st Clonmel Grade 3 Novice Hurdle (22) 1st Musselburgh H’cap Hurdle (40) 1st Market Rasen H’cap Hdle (26)

KEY TRENDS Willie Mullins has won 4 of the past 11 renewals

11 of the 13 winners had raced 8 times or less over hurdles

All 13 winners were aged between 5-7

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years.

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Willie Mullins

Lorcan Williams

4 winners

Rode last year’s second

Today Willie saddles Adamantly Chosen & Five O’Clock

Today Lorcan rides Langer Dan

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SEVENTH RACE 5.30 THE MARTIN PIPE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £75000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £29813, 2nd £14903, 3rd £7455, 4th £3728, 5th £1860, 6th £930. (Penalty Value £39022.50) Weights raised 1lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 12 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): W P Mullins (31 wins from 280 runners, 11%) runs ADAMANTLY CHOSEN & FIVE O’CLOCK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (18 wins from 64 runners, 28%) runs ADAMANTLY CHOSEN & FIVE O’CLOCK

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 THE VERY MAN (IRE) (55) B g Jeremy (USA) - Mill Meadow (IRE)

J Conor Orr T Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland O Dan Kiely/Rob Kearney B G. Merrigan

J Jordan Gainford T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Bective Stud B Miss Margaret Wall

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who looked as good as ever when scoring at Navan 55 days ago. Had nothing to spare, however, so he’s likely to prove vulnerable to less-exposed types.

22Jan Nav Dec21 Leo Dec21 Nav

2 HOLLOW GAMES (IRE) (41) B g Beat Hollow - I’m Grand (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA144 FORM 3U45P1 D

8 11-10

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on his first 4 starts under E Tongue Strap Rules, then gave it his all in a couple of Grade 1 events since, third to Minella Cocooner on latest occasion. Bold showing expected from this tough sort.

J Richard Deegan T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Watch This Space Syndicate B Martin Kenirons

4 FIVE O’CLOCK (FR) (735) B g Cokoriko (FR) - Rodika (FR)

5Feb Leo 2Jan Naa Nov21 Nav

B g Tiger Groom - Saboum (FR)

6

B g Yeats (IRE) - Ballylough Lady (IRE)

Mar20 Chl Feb20 Thu Jan20 Lim

J Sam Ewing T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Mr Allan Snow B Joseph O’Rahilly

7 DECIMATION (IRE) (20) B g Milan - Babies Present (IRE)

5 11-6

31/4l 41/2l 21/4l

15f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

yield 1 heavy 2 good 2

Listentillitellyea (IRE) Ebasari (IRE) Gringo d’Aubrelle (FR)

27l 3 /4l 3 /4l

TIMEFORM VIEW Single-figure price when a creditable seventh in this event a couple of years ago. Hasn’t been seen since, but he’s 4lb lower now and, given the ability of his trainer, would be dangerous to dismiss.

20f HcpH soft 7/23 Indefatigable (IRE) 20f Hdl soft 1/9 Front View (FR) 16f Hdl sf-hv 1 Email Rose (FR)

41/2l 6l 1l

TFRHHHII BHA141 FORM 11-4126

J Hugh Morgan E Tongue Strap T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland O Robcour B S.C.E.A. Elevage Laitre

6 THE GOFFER (IRE) (22)

Minella Cocooner (IRE) Ginto (FR) Lunar Display (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA141 FORM 32/2110/-

11-7

11-7

yield 3/7 soft 3/7 good 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who opened his hurdling account at the first attempt by a wide margin at Thurles last month. More to come up in trip, and smooth-travelling style should suit this type of race.

10Feb Thu 8Jan Crk Nov21 Fai

7

22f Hdl 20f Hdl 20f Hdl

TFRHHHHH BHA142 FORM 1221

5 11-8

J Jack Foley T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Mrs S. Ricci B L. Giethlen Cadiergues & D. Giethlen

5 GRAND JURY (FR) (41)

11/2l 1l

TFRHHHHI BHA143 FORM 11-1133 D BF

6 11-9

3 ADAMANTLY CHOSEN (IRE) (36) B g Well Chosen - Sher’s Adamant (IRE)

20f HcpH yield 1 Palace Rock (IRE) 24f HcpH soft P/27 Panda Boy (IRE) 20f HcpH gd-yd 5 Futurum Regem (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful in bumpers and built on hurdling debut win when runner-up in Naas Grade 1 in January.

Laboured effort subsequently, but expected to get back on track.

5Feb Leo 2Jan Naa Nov21 Pun

22f Hdl 20f Hdl 16f Hdl

yield 6/7 soft 2/7 gd-yd 1

Minella Cocooner (IRE) Ginto (FR) Ardla (IRE)

31l 41/4l 1 1 /2l

TFRHHHHI BHA140 FORM 3-01441 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved with each run over hurdles and displayed a likeable attitude to land a Grade 3 event at Thurles in late February. Type to do better still, so makes the shortlist.

24Feb Thu 23Jan Thu Dec21 Lim

20f Hdl 23f Hdl 20f Hdl

soft 1 gd-yd 4 heavy 4

Berkshire Royal Gerri Colombe (FR) Daly Tiger (FR)

11/4l 10l 13l

TFRHHHHI BHA140 FORM 2212-30

7 11-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler in excellent hands, and J M. P. O’Connor E Tongue Strap travelled as well as any (seemingly needed the run) when seventh at Fairyhouse on handicap/seasonal debut. Likely T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland to build on that, so well respected.

O Gigginstown House Stud 26Feb Fai 19f HcpH soft 7 Carrig Sam (IRE) 6l B E. Broderick & M. Slattary Apr21 Pun 20f Hdl yield 3 Lifetime Ambition (IRE) 15l

Apr21

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20f Hdl

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8 EARLOFTHECOTSWOLDS (FR) (6) Bl g Axxos (GER) - Sissi Land (FR)

8

TFRHHHII BHA139 FORM 50-3116 D

11-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked resurgent when completing a J Jordan Nailor E Cheek Pieces double over hurdles in November. Just respectable effort the following month but he scored cosily on the Flat T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 6 days ago. Others are better treated.

O Twiston-Davies, Mason, Greer & Kiely 12Mar Kmp 15f Stk st-sl 1/5 Coltrane (IRE) 6l B Yannick Colliot & Teddy Poirier 23Feb Kmp 11f Stk st-sl 1/9 Thundersquall 7l S Agetur (UK) Ltd 5Feb Kmp 15f Stk st-sl 3/7 Sleeping Lion (USA) 11/2l

9 ILIKEDWAYURTHINKIN (IRE) (81) B g Yeats (IRE) - Sway (FR)

J Simon Torrens T Gavin Cromwell, Ireland O Mr John P. McManus B Mrs Noreen McManus

10 LANGER DAN (IRE) (24) B g Ocovango - What A Fashion (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA138 FORM 0-01130

8 11-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser who scored twice over the larger obstacles before being let down by his jumping on his latest couple of outings. Return to hurdling makes sense after an 81-day break.

Dec21 Leo 24f HcpC gd-yd 10 Nov21 Gow 20f HcpC soft 3 Oct21 Gal 22f Ch soft 1

6

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Old Carton Lass (IRE)

6

J M. M. McDonagh T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland O Mr R. A. Bartlett B Dan McSorley S Joseph O’Brien/Carriganog Racing

12 HES A HARDY BLOKE (IRE) (40)

7

B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Talk of Rain (FR)

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in this event last year and probably having a pipe-opener when last of 6 at Taunton on sole start since 24 days ago. Dropped 3lb since, so set for another bold bid if things drop right.

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who got back on the up when readily landing a 7-runner minor event at Navan from Au Fleuron 55 days ago. Return to this trip will suit, and should benefit from a well-run race.

22Jan Nav Dec21 Leo Jul21 Gal

Ch g Well Chosen - Meadstown Miss (IRE)

J Shane Fitzgerald T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Caldwell Construction Ltd B Tom Baker

14 AU FLEURON (FR) (33) B g Crillon (FR) - La Pelodette (FR)

6

11-3

5

11-3

Br g Yeats (IRE) - Miss Parkington (IRE)

6

11-2

7

11-2

21/4l 14l 13l

6Feb Jul21 Jul21

Leo Gal Bal

16f HcpH yd-sf 8 16f HcpH good 6 12f Stk good 7

Call Me Lyreen (IRE) Arcadian Sunrise (IRE) St Clerans (IRE)

16l 91/4l 1 6 /4l

TFRHHHHI BHA137 FORM 140-121 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who boasts a progressive profile over timber. Relished the return to this trip when scoring at Fairyhouse in November, and a mark of 137 looks fair. Respected.

20f Hdl 16f Hdl 20f Hdl

good 1 good 2/7 good 1

Lunar Display (IRE) My Mate Mozzie (IRE) Fancy A Cosmo (IRE)

11/2l 10l 11l

TFRHHHII BHA137 FORM 1-4123 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Navan in December and good placed efforts subsequently, third in a Listed event at Punchestown on latest. This trip looks ideal, so there’s scope for a bigger effort.

13Feb Pun 22Jan Nav Dec21 Nav

16f Hdl 16f Hdl 16f Hdl

heavy 3/6 yield 2 gd-yd 1

Slip of The Tongue (IRE) Banbridge (IRE) Ha d’Or (FR)

91/4l 21/4l 11/4l

TFRHHHII BHA136 FORM 1-13211

TIMEFORM VIEW Upwardly mobile novice hurdler who J Jack Andrews E Hood, Tongue Strap made a winning start in handicaps at Doncaster and followed up in the Lanzarote at Kempton a couple of months T Ben Case, Banbury ago. The form isn’t working out, but hard to dismiss.

O Lady Jane Grosvenor 15Jan Kmp 21f HcpH soft 1/19 Highway One O Two (IRE) 51/2l B Christopher Maye Dec21 Don 19f HcpH gd-sf 1/14 Leoncavallo (IRE) 3l S David Andrews Construction Limited Nov21 Wet 19f Hdl gd-sf 2/8 Thunder Rock (IRE) 31/2l

16 I A CONNECT (IRE) (115) B g Jeremy (USA) - Kings Orchid (IRE)

J Fergus Gregory T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O McNeill Family B Miss Michelle Bolger S Ultima Business Solutions

TFRHHHHI BHA136 FORM 23-1121

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive, likeable front-runner who doubled his account over hurdles when scoring at Punchestown 115 days ago. Fluent jumping will hold him in good stead, so one to consider.

Nov21 Pun Oct21 Sli Sep21 Lis

73

16f Hdl 17f Hdl 16f Hdl

gd-yd 1 yield 2 gd-yd 1

Suprise Package Ciel De Neige (FR) Chicago Time (IRE)

nose 23/4l s.h

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15 COBBLERS DREAM (IRE) (62)

Au Fleuron (FR) The Greek (IRE) M C Muldoon (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who hasn’t disgraced himself in a couple of competitive handicaps the last twice. Step up in trip promises to suit, so he’s no forlorn hope.

Nov21 Fai Nov21 Nav Sep21 Nav

J Kevin Brogan T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Bective Stud B N. Madamet, I. Kellitt & A. Thomlinson

16f Hdl yield 1 16f HcpH soft 7 20f Hdl good 4

TFRHHHII BHA137 FORM 3110-60

J E. Walsh E Tongue Strap T Noel Meade, Ireland O Hammer & Trowel Syndicate B Mr Nick Blanchfield S Noel Meade Racing

13 CHEMICAL ENERGY (IRE) (111)

16f HcpH gd-sf 6/6 Ajero (IRE) 10l 20f HcpH gd-sf 2/22 Galopin des Champs (FR) 21/4l 15f HcpH soft 1/9 Miss Heritage (IRE) 41/2l

TFRHHHHI BHA137 FORM 111401

11-3

11-3

29l 19l /4l

3

TFRHHHHI BHA137 FORM 05412-6

11-3

J Lorcan Williams T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Mr Colm Donlon 22Feb Tnt B Hugh O’Connor Mar21 Chl S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Mar21 San

11 BANBRIDGE (IRE) (55)

School Boy Hours (IRE) Bois de Clamart (FR) Eleazar des Neiges (FR)

17 QUINTA DO MAR (IRE) (62) B g Califet (FR) - Cara Mara (IRE)

7

TFRHHHII BHA135 FORM 24-114F

11-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Ready winner of handicaps at Carlisle and Fontwell this winter and has remained in top form since, likely to have been placed had he not fallen at the last in the Lanzarote at Kempton 2 months ago.

J Luca Morgan T Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water O The Bourtoneers B William Bourke S Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club

18 FREEDOM TO DREAM (FR) (41) B g Secret Singer (FR) - Jaka de Thaix (FR) J Liam Harrison T Peter Fahey, Ireland O Mr Paul D. Leech B Michel Bourgneuf

7

J Jack Tudor T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O M.G. White Limited B Harris & Ford Ltd

20 HERBIERS (FR) (20) B g Waldpark (GER) - Qualanke (FR)

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Punchestown in November and arrives with an upwardly-mobile profile after a respectable fourth in Grade 1 company at Leopardstown in February. 135 looks fair, so not a forlorn hope.

B g Maxios - Little Wonder (GER)

J Peter Kavanagh T Sean Thomas Doyle, Ireland O Mr Donnchadh Doyle B Mrs M. u. M. Lohmann

Dec21 Dec21 Oct21

22 RESERVE TANK (IRE) (27) B g Jeremy (USA) - Lady Bellamy (IRE)

J Non Runner T Colin Tizzard, Sherborne O The Reserve Tankers B Mr L. Dunne S Coral Racing Limited

23 SILVER SHEEN (GB) (33) B g Sulamani (IRE) - Silver Gypsy (IRE)

J Richard Condon T Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland O Mr J. Turner B Yorton Farm Stud

24 BIGZ BELIEF (IRE) (47) B g Make Believe - Manaka (FR)

6 11-0

Lim Crk Gal

Minella Cocooner (IRE) Eric Bloodaxe (IRE) Sam’s Choice (IRE)

15l 71/2l 1 /2l

20f Hdl 24f Hdl 20f Hdl

heavy 3 soft 5/8 soft 2

Daly Tiger (FR) Nell’s Well (IRE) Ballywilliam Boy (IRE)

21/2l 19l 5l

TFRHHHII BHA134 FORM 11-P414

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times in a very productive juvenile campaign and back to winning ways in 19.5f Doncaster handicap in November. Good fourth at Kempton recently and might not have finished progressing.

26Feb Kmp 21f HcpH gd-sf 4/11 Storm Dennis (IRE) Nov21 Don 19f HcpH gd-sf 1/8 Global Citizen (IRE) Oct21 Wet 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/10 Saint Arvans (FR)

43/4l 81/2l 71/2l

TFRHHHII BHA134 FORM 0-11100

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner already this season and was right back on track when seventh from an unpromising position at Leopardstown 40 days ago.

Could get involved if everything drops right.

6Feb Leo 21Jan Lin Dec21 Crk

8 10-12

yield 4/7 heavy 2 gd-yd 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who ran well when third in a minor event at Limerick 82 days ago. Lightly raced and has an able partner, so no surprise if he puts in a big effort.

J Theo Gillard E Tongue Strap. Cheek Pieces T Oliver Greenall, Malpas O The Nevers Racing Partnership B Jacques Cypres S Swansway, Smartplanner

21 LUCKY MAX (GER) (40)

22f Hdl 23f Hdl 21f Hdl

TFRHHHII BHA135 FORM 33-1253

11-1

5 11-0

91/4l 31l

TFRHHHII BHA135 FORM 32/-124

11-1

5Feb Leo Dec21 Lim Nov21 Pun

19 PERFECT ATTITUDE (GB) (82) B g Passing Glance - Sainte Kadette (FR)

15Jan Kmp 21f HcpH soft F/19 Cobblers Dream (IRE) Dec21 Chl 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/12 Lively Citizen (IRE) Nov21 Fon 17f HcpH good 1/6 Mercian Prince (IRE)

16f HcpH yd-sf 7 Call Me Lyreen (IRE) 16f HcpH heavy 8/12 Metier (IRE) 16f HcpH soft 1 R’Evelyn Pleasure (IRE)

12l 40l 3 2 /4l

TFRIIIII BHA132 FORM 52FP0P D

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

NNER U R NON 19Feb Asc 22Jan Tnt Dec21 Ain

19f HcpH soft P/11 Good Risk At All (FR) 19f HcpH gd-sf 8/10 Dorking Boy 19f HcpC soft P/10 Clan Legend

42l -

TFRHIIII BHA132 FORM 0-50065 D

8 10-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off a hat-trick in 2019-20, but E Blinkers yet to fire over both sets of obstacles this term. Very hard to make a case for.

13Feb 9Jan Dec21

Exe Fai Leo

23f HcpH soft 23f HcpH soft 24f HcpH soft

5/6 Emmpressive Lady (IRE) 6 Wall of Fame (IRE) 12/27 Panda Boy (IRE)

38l 12l 23l

TFRHHIII BHA132 FORM P-0P031

5 10-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who very much had the J Liam McKenna E Blinkers, Tongue Strap run of things when scraping home at Naas 47 days ago.

Will face much more competition up front this time, so T Matthew J. Smith, Ireland hard to imagine him lasting out.

O Ms Debbie Kelly 30Jan Naa 15f HcpH good 1 Golden Spear 13/4l B Springwell Stud Dec21 Pun 19f HcpH heavy 3 An Epic Song (FR) 7l

Jul21

25 PARTY BUSINESS (IRE) (62) B g Shantou (USA) - Marias Dream (IRE)

J Charlie Todd T Ian Williams, Alvechurch O Eventmasters Racing B R. Cody S Eventmasters Ltd

6 10-12

Gal

21f HcpH good 17

Shanwalla (IRE)

76l

TFRHHHII BHA132 FORM 32-01F5 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a 21.6f Ascot maiden, then fell 2 out when going well in the Challow at Newbury. Excuses (struck into) at Warwick next time, and remains with potential after a couple of months off.

15Jan War Dec21 Nby Dec21 Asc 74

21f Hdl 20f Hdl 21f Hdl

soft 5/7 soft F/7 gd-sf 1/7

Stag Horn Stage Star (IRE) City Chief (IRE)

83/4l 3l

thejockeyclub.co.uk DECLARED RUNNERS 26

2021: GALOPIN DES CHAMPS (FR) 5 11 9 Sean O’Keeffe 8-1 (W P Mullins) 22 ran

Stewards Note: SILVER SHEEN: Following its run on 13/2/2022 it was reported that the horse hung right handed throughout.

PARTY BUSINESS: Following its run on 15/1/2022 it was reported that the horse had been struck into.

Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Langer Dan (IRE), 7-1 Hollow Games (IRE), 17-2 Adamantly Chosen (IRE), 10-1 Chemical Energy (IRE), 16-1 I A Connect (IRE), 18-1 Five O’clock (FR), 20-1 The Goffer (IRE), Banbridge (IRE), Au Fleuron (FR), 22-1 Cobblers Dream (IRE), 28-1 Grand Jury (FR), 33-1 Decimation (IRE), Freedom To Dream (FR), Perfect Attitude (GB), Herbiers (FR), Party Business (IRE), 40-1 The Very Man (IRE), Ilikedwayurthinkin (IRE), 50-1 Quinta Do Mar (IRE), 66-1 Earlofthecotswolds (FR), Hes A Hardy Bloke (IRE), Lucky Max (GER), Bigz Belief (IRE), 100-1 Silver Sheen (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ADAMANTLY CHOSEN is highly progressive and goes through his races like one who will be suited by the nature of this event, so he gets the nod in front of Chemical Energy, who fits a similar mould. Needless to say, there’s a whole host of other interesting contenders from Ireland, while Langer Dan (second in last year’s renewal) looks the pick of the British contingent.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ADAMANTLY CHOSEN (IRE) 2.CHEMICAL ENERGY (IRE) 3.LANGER DAN (IRE)

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WHO IS MARTIN PIPE? Martin Pipe is the most successful Jump trainer of all time.

He was Champion Trainer 15 times in 17 years and ended his career with 4,182 winners, including 34 at The Festival.

He retired at the end of the 2005/2006 season since when his son, David, has successfully trained from Pond House.

The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle was introduced to The Festival for the first time in 2009. Martin was awarded the CBE in 2000 for services to racing.

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.30 - THE JCB TRIUMPH HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £75964 to the winning horse The second to receive £28620, the third £14323, the fourth £7155, the fifth £3591, the sixth £1795, the seventh £891 and the eighth £459. for juvenile four yrs old. Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £168 stake, Scratch by noon, February 15th or pay £339, Confirm by noon, March 12th and pay £168, Supplementary Entry by noon, March 12th and pay £5500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb. JCB has kindly sponsored this race. The winning owner will be presented with a perpetual trophy to be held until February 1st, 2023. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and JCB will also present a memento to the stable employee responsible for the winning horse and a £200 award to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of JCB. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A Declaration to Run will not be accepted for any horse if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence shall be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenham-meds@britishhorseracing.co by 8th March, 2022. 59 entries, 15 at £168, 31 at £507, 13 at £675. - Closed January 25th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £58104; Second £23949; Third £11975; Fourth £5994; Fifth £2997; Sixth £1499; Seventh £743; Eighth £378. (Penalty Value £75964.50) A SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.10 - THE MCCOY CONTRACTORS COUNTY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(GRADE 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56270 to the winning horse The second to receive £21200, the third £10610, the fourth £5300, the fifth £2660, the sixth £1330, the seventh £660 and the eighth £340. for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £125 stake, Confirm by noon, March 12th and pay £375, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Penalties, after February 27th, 2022, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb (No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 11st 12lb). McCoy Contractors has generously sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £200 award given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. A Challenge Trophy, presented by the Racegoers Club, to be held by the winning owner until February 1st, 2023. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of McCoy Contractors. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary. This race will be restricted to 26 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R27 and R28. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the reserves notice in the Conditions For Entry Section, accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they MUST notify the Racing Calendar Office IMMEDIATELY when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for this race. The non runner penalty will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by 1.00 p.m. on the day before the race. PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at the 2022 Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether subsequently declared a non-runner or not, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday, February 27th may be taken into account. A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenham-meds@britishhorseracing.co by 8th March, 2022. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 68 entries, 28 at £125, 40 at £500. - Closed February 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43040; Second £17740; Third £8870; Fourth £4440; Fifth £2220; Sixth £1110; Seventh £550; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £56270) 13 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.50 - THE ALBERT BARTLETT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(Grade 1) (Registered as The SPA NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £78679 to the winning horse The second to receive £29642, the third £14835, the fourth £7410, the fifth £3719, the sixth £1859, the seventh £922 and the eighth £475. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £168 stake, Scratch by noon, February 15th or pay £339, Confirm by noon, March 12th and pay £168, Supplementary Entry by noon, March 12th and pay £5500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. ALBERT BARTLETT (AIRDRIE) & SONS has generously sponsored this race. The winning owner will be presented with a perpetual trophy to be held until February 1st, 2023. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and Albert Bartlett will also present a memento to the stable employee responsible for the winning horse and a £200 award to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of ALBERT BARTLETT. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A Declaration to Run will not be accepted for any horse if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.)

ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence shall be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenham-meds@britishhorseracing.co by 8th March, 2022. 53 entries, 10 at £168, 18 at £507, 24 at £675, 1 at £5500. - Closed January 25th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60181; Second £24805; Third £12402; Fourth £6208; Fifth £3104; Sixth £1552; Seventh £769; Eighth £392. (Penalty Value £78679.52) A SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.30 - THE BOODLES CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £351687 to the winning horse The second to receive £132500, the third £66312, the fourth £33125, the fifth £16625, the sixth £8312, the seventh £4125 and the eighth £2125. for five yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation. Enter by noon, January 4th and pay £780 stake, Scratch by noon, February 8th or pay £1560, Confirm by noon, March 12th and pay £780, Supplementary Entry by noon, March 12th and pay £30000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th.

Weights: 5-y-o 11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 10lb Mares allowed 7lb. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and the stable employee responsible for the winning horse will receive £250.The stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse will receive a memento and a £250 cash award and there will be £50 cash awards given to the other stable employees. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (F)85.2 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Horses will be led past the stands and then allowed to canter to the start. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). PLEASE NOTE: Any horse whose entry is confirmed will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not subsequently been made a non-runner.) A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenham-meds@britishhorseracing.co by 8th March, 2022. 30 entries, 5 at £780, 12 at £2340, 13 at £3120. - Closed January 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £269000; Second £110875; Third £55438; Fourth £27750; Fifth £13875; Sixth £6938; Seventh £3438; Eighth £1750. (Penalty Value £351687.50) A SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.10 - THE ST. JAMES’S PLACE FESTIVAL CHALLENGE CUP OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £24445 to the winning horse The second to receive £12220, the third £6110, the fourth £3055, the fifth £1530 and the sixth £765. for five yrs old and upwards, which, are qualified to run in Hunters’ Steeple Chases under the Running Requirements Code and which, since October 1st, 2019, and before Ferbuary 28th, 2022, have been placed FIRST OR SECOND ON TWO OCCASIONS in a hunters’ steeple chase in Great Britain or Ireland OR have WON TWO OPEN STEEPLE CHASES at Point-to-Point Meetings (i.e. Gentlemens, Ladies or Mixed Open Races) in Great Britain or Ireland OR have WON ONE OPEN STEEPLE CHASE at a Point-to-Point Meeting in Great Britain or Ireland and have been placed FIRST or SECOND in a hunters’ steeple chase. Enter by noon, March 1st and pay £60 stake, Confirm by noon, March 12th and pay £190, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 12st Mares allowed 7lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys The Amateur Riders referred to above shall be Category B’ Amateur Jockeys or ‘Category C’ Qualified Riders. ST. JAMES’S PLACE WEALTH MANAGEMENT has generously sponsored this race. The Challenge Cup is to be held by the winning owner until February 1st, 2023. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee responsible for the winning horse, and a £200 award given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of ST. JAMES’S PLACE. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 48 HOUR DECLARATIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at the 2022 Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 16 of the Running Requirements Code for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (I) 10 and the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) of the Rules of Racing to provide that, if it is necessary to do so, elimination of horses from this race will be determined by the BHA Handicapper. PLEASE NOTE: If more than 24 horses are declared to run in this race and elimination is necessary, priority will be given to horses which have run in Steeple Chases and Hunters’ Steeple Chases under the Rules of Racing. With this in mind, it is strongly recommended that horses qualifying to run in this race through Point-to-Points should also run in a Steeple Chase or Hunters’ Steeple Chase by March 11th, 2022 (the day before 6 day confirmations) in order to avoid elimination. The BHA Head of Handicapping will, however, reserve the right to guarantee a place in the line-up for a maximum of one ‘wild card’ runner, should he wish to do so. The decision of the BHA Head Handicapper shall be final. PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at the 2022 Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether subsequently declared a non-runner or not, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) A Confirmation of Entry under will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenham-meds@britishhorseracing.co by 8th March, 2022. 31 entries, 8 at £60, 23 at £250. - Closed March 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £21245; Second £10620; Third £5310; Fourth £2655; Fifth £1330; Sixth £665. (Penalty Value £24445) A HC SEE PAGE 58 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.50 - THE MRS PADDY POWER MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Registered as THE LIBERTHINE MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £67524 to the winning horse The second to receive £25440, the third £12732, the fourth £6360, the fifth £3192, the sixth £1596, the seventh £792 and the eighth £408. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation. Enter by noon, February 15th and pay £165 stake, Confirm by noon, March 12th and pay £435, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st; 6-y-o and up 11st 2lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2020, a winner of a Grade 2 steeple chase 3lb Of a Grade 1 steeple chase 5lb. PADDY POWER has generously sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £200 award given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of PADDY POWER. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: Any horse whose entry is confirmed will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not subsequently been made a non-runner.) A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenhammeds@britishhorseracing.co by 8th March, 2022. 15 entries, 5 at £165, 10 at £600. - Closed February 15th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £51648; Second £21288; Third £10644; Fourth £5328; Fifth £2664; Sixth £1332; Seventh £660; Eighth £336. (Penalty Value £67524) A SEE PAGE 66 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.30 - THE MARTIN PIPE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £39022 to the winning horse The second to receive £17940, the third £8970, the fourth £4485, the fifth £2242 and the sixth £1117. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145.

Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £95 stake, Confirm by noon, March 12th and pay £280, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

March 16th. Lowest weight 10st; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 27th, 2022, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 11st 10lb. 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 No Jockey claims available in this race.. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey, and a £200 award given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary. This race will be restricted to 24 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R25 and R26. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the reserves notice in the Conditions For Entry Section, accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they MUST notify the Racing Calendar Office IMMEDIATELY when the decision has been made not to run.

This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for this race. The non runner penalty will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by 1.00 p.m. on the day before the race. PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at the 2022 Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether subsequently declared a non-runner or not, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday, February 27th may be taken into account. A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenham-meds@britishhorseracing.co by 8th March, 2022. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 97 entries, 50 at £95, 47 at £375. - Closed February 23rd, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £29813; Second £14903; Third £7455; Fourth £3728; Fifth £1860; Sixth £930.

(Penalty Value £39022.50) Weights raised 1lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 12 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A SEE PAGE 72 FOR THIS RACE.

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