Cheltenham Racecard - Saturday 28th January

FESTIVAL TRIALS DAY

SATURDAY 28 JANUARY

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME - £3.50

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GR.1/GR.2 PRODUCER ON THE FLAT, OVER HURDLES & JUMPS

Inc. recent dual French Gr.2 Chase winner Gran Diose.

HIGHEST EARNING SON OF DANEHILL DANCER

Paternal half-brother to the late Jeremy, a leading NH sire

WELL BRED, TOUGH & CONSISTENT STAKES WINNER

WON/PLACED IN 8 STAKES RACES

HALF-BROTHER TO 6 STAKES HORSES

HIGH-CLASS STAYER BY MONTJEU

WON/PLACED IN 5 STAKES RACES

HALF-BROTHER TO 4 GROUP HORSES

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GR.1 SIRE OF CHAMPION STAYER TRUESHAN

THE JOCKEY CLUB WELCOMES YOU

Hello and welcome back to Cheltenham Racecourse for Festival Trials Day!

We have a bumper nine-race card taking place today, featuring some of the most exciting horses in training across England and Ireland Many Cheltenham Festival favourites are among those declared across the card, with the day providing the perfect opportunity to seek out final clues for those iconic four days in March.

Racing will get underway at 11.40am with the JCB Triumph Trial Juvenile Hurdle Race, with the last runners going to post at 4.10pm. Today’s feature race is the Paddy Power Cotswold Chase, which was won last year by the JP McManus-owned Chantry House. This time around the likes of last year’s Randox Grand National winner Noble Yeats is set to line-up at 2.25pm, alongside fellow Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup prospects Protektorat and Ahoy Senor, trained by Lucinda Russell.

This week we were saddened to hear the news of the passing of Lucinda’s father, Peter Russell, who was a big supporter of the sport and a part-owner of Ahoy Senor. The whole team here would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the Russell family and all of those who knew Peter, who we know will be sadly missed

Edwardstone and Energumene are also set to face-off in the rescheduled Albert Bartlett Clarence House Chase, which gets underway at 1.20pm – so make sure you bag yourself a good spot to see what is sure to be a great race. Meanwhile Delta Work and Minella Times are among those declared for the Glenfarclas Cross Country Handicap Chase at 12.40pm.

It really is set to be an exceptional day of racing and we’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who have supported today’s card, including Paddy Power, Glenfarclas, JCB, DahlBury, Albert Bartlett, SSS Super Alloys, Ballymore and Timeform. We wish them all a wonderful day here with us

Before racing at 11am the Dahlbury Stallions from Chapel Stud will take to the parade ring, so make sure you head over to see the likes of Planteur, Bangkok and Walzertakt strutting their stuff

After the last, The Wickermen will be ready and waiting to entertain you in The Centaur, while The Tattersalls Cheltenham January Sale will also make a return in the Tattersalls sale ring

The next time we welcome you back to the Home of Jump Racing will be for the pinnacle of the season, the Cheltenham Festival – and we can’t wait Tickets for the first three days remain available to buy on our website, along with plenty of information about the event, hospitality and entertainment. Please visit www.thejockeyclub/cheltenham to find out more.

In the meantime, we wish you a wonderful day here with us

Kind Regards,

MARTIN ST QUINTON

IAN RENTON

Chairman Managing Director - West

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Stewards

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Starters

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Handicapper

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Medical Officers

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Veterinary Officers

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Farrier

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PLAY SMARTER

RACING EXPLAINED

2 A Plus Tard (IRE) (80)

B g Kapgarde(FR) - Turboka (FR)

J Rachael Blackmore

T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

O Cheveley Park Stud

B Mme Henri Devin

S Cheveley Park Stud

8 11-10

TFR BHA172

FORM 3/212-12 C D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Second to Minella Indo last year

Very impressive when beating Royale Pagaille by 22 lengths on Haydock return. Collared by Galvin at Leopardstown since but yard in better form now. Leading claims.

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

RACECARD EXPLAINED

1. FORM

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

- = New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

P = 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

EXPERT VIEW

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

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

3. 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

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

‘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.

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Decide the amount – or stake – you are comfortable to 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. Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.

SENSORY ROOM AT CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE

The Jockey Club has become the first horseracing organisation in the country to open a permanent sensory room on its premises, with facilities at both Cheltenham and Aintree Racecourses that will be available to anyone of any age who may need it on a raceday.

Following a consultation between The Jockey Club and the ‘Autism in Racing’ project, the decision was taken to open up facilities at both racecourses, which launched on race days at Cheltenham’s November Meeting and on Boylesports Becher Chase Day at Aintree in December respectively

A sensory room is a specially designed room which provides comfort to people who have sensory processing problems, which can include people with autism.

Cheltenham Racecourse’s sensory room is situated in 4037 on the main grandstand and is open at all racedays Cheltenham Racecourse would like to thank Daniel Heaton Managing Director of AMPM, who has been paramount in helping us create the sensory room.

As a local contractor, ampm construction are extremely proud to be involved in the creation of this amazing new facility at Cheltenham Racecourse. The new sensory room is a huge boost for local children visiting the course and is something close to our hearts. ampm relished the chance to be a part of the project and we would like to thank all oursuppliers and key partners for making it happen so quickly.

Daniel Heaton, Managing Director of AMPM

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FIRST RACE 11.40

THE JCB TRIUMPH TRIAL JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as the FINESSE) (GBB RACE) for juvenile four yrs old x Total prize fund £80000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £34864, 2nd £14312, 3rd £7160, 4th £3576, 5th £1792, 6th £896.

(Penalty Value £45560)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Nicholls (21 wins from 244 runners, 9%) runs DIXON COVE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs JUPITER DU GITE

Longest Traveller: COMFORT ZONE trained by J P O’Brien, Ireland.

1 COMFORT ZONE (IRE) (32)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Iveagh Gardens (IRE)

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mrs Noreen McManus

S Mr O’Brien

2 MOMBASA (FR) (21)

Gr g Martaline - Molly Has (FR)

11-5

TFRHHHHI BHA131

FORM 131

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat performer who impressed when making successful start over hurdles at Navan in November Better form when third in Fairyhouse Grade 3 a week later and landed the odds in workmanlike fashion in a Grade 2 at Chepstow a month ago Dixon Cove, a neck second that day, is 5lb better off Dec22 Chp 16f Hdl soft 1/9

Fai 16f Hdl soft

TFRHHIII BHA125

FORM 1142 D

11-5

J Mr David Maxwell E Tongue Strap

T Philip Hobbs, Minehead

O Mr David Maxwell

B Haras de Sainte Gauburge

S Fitzdares

3 SCRIPTWRITER (IRE) (29)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Pivotalia (IRE)

11-5

J Paddy Brennan E Tongue Strap

T Milton Harris, Warminster

O Mark & Maria Adams

B Mr Brian O’Neill

S Bresbet

4 ACTIVE DUTY (FR) (22)

B g Almanzor (FR) - Minakshi (FR)

J Luca Morgan

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

O Mr T. P. Radford

11-0

B S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville

S Fitzdares

5 FILS DE ROI (FR) (32)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Prodiga (FR) 11-0

J Jack Hogan

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O The Yes No Wait Sorries

B Mr Yannick Fouin

S Bresbet

6 JUPITER DU GITE (FR) (28)

B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Malaga de St Sulpice (FR)

11-0

J Jamie Moore E Hood

T Gary Moore, Horsham

O Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd

B Mr Daniel Gerault

S K M Elite Products Ltd

7 DIXON COVE (GER) (32)

B f Earl of Tinsdal (GER) - Dakara

10-12

J Harry Cobden E Tongue Strap

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O John White & Anne Underhill

B Mr Gestut Aesculap

S Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 17f dual-hurdles winner in France (latterly at listed level) who changed hands for €250,000 in July Nowhere near that level both starts for current connections so has a lot to prove

TFRHHHII BHA130

FORM 11 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat and looks set to reach an even higher level over hurdles, leaving behind the bare form of his Sedgefield win when landing 8-runner Cheltenham Grade 2 in November (by 2 1/4 lengths from Perseus Way). Tongue tie on and continued the excellent work when defying a lofty mark on the AW

Dec22 Wol 12f Hcp stand 1/6

16f Hdl good

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) in Ireland. Sold out of Stephen O’Donoghue’s stable for 60,000 in October Had wind surgery ahead of hurdles debut and promising start when third amidst inexperience at Ludlow 3 weeks ago Big step forward needed in this company, though.

Aug22 Fls 14f Hcp good 4/6 Nova Legend (IRE) 19l

TFRHHHII BHA123

FORM 63F11F D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles, winning Auteuil claimer on final start in France and easily following up in Huntingdon juvenile on October’s stable debut. On the retreat when falling at the last in race won by Comfort Zone at Chepstow.

Dec22 Chp 16f Hdl soft F/9 Comfort Zone (IRE) -

Oct22 Hun 15f Hdl good 1/5 Admiralty House 41/4l

Sep22 Aut 17f Hdl soft 1/12 French Exit (FR) 15l

TFRHHHHH BHA-

FORM 3-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded/tongue strap on when debut third in a French bumper last spring and he caused a major upset when making all on British/hurdles debut at Newbury last month. That performance is backed up by the clock and he’s a smart juvenile in the making.

Dec22 Nby 16f Hdl soft 1/11 Klitschko 15l

Apr22 Sen 11f Stk - 3 Joie des Obeaux (FR) 9l

TFRHHHHI BHA125

FORM 32-3112 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed all 3 starts in France (including in Grade 3 company) and having transferred to Paul Nicholls, she won her first 2 starts at Hereford and Aintree Closed down the strong-travelling winner Comfort Zone at Chepstow a month ago and now 5lb better off More to come

Dec22

8

NAEVA (FR) (27)

B f Pastorius (GER) - Todaraba (FR)

10-7

J Adam Wedge E Hood, Tongue Strap

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

O The Profile Partnership 2

B Mr Jacques Seror

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 115012 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in France, winning 3 claiming events in France (2 hurdle, 1 chase) since October Strong suspicion she may prove vulnerable at this level of competition on her British debut, though. Engaged 2.40 Doncaster Friday.

1Jan

2022: PIED PIPER 4 11 0 Davy Russell 11-8 (Gordon Elliott) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Jupiter du Gite (FR), 7-2 Dixon Cove (GER), 4-1 Comfort Zone (IRE), 5-1 Scriptwriter (IRE), 18-1 Fils de Roi (FR), 33-1 Mombasa (FR), Active Duty (FR), Naeva (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

If there’s a runner here with the ability to be a factor in the Triumph itself it’s surely JUPITER DU GITE, who lowered the colours of a well-touted Nicky Henderson runner on his British debut at Newbury and there was certainly no fluke about that performance despite his unflattering SP Comfort Zone is already a winner at this Grade 2 level but he didn’t have much in hand come the line with Dixon Cove closing fast and that rival may reverse the form this time on these terms.

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EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS

Working alongside the Racecourse Association (RCA), bookmakers have introduced standard each-way betting terms across Jockey Club Racecourses. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

- Fewer than 3 runners: win bets only, no places offered

- 3 or 4 runners: all to win. Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position he may offer place terms for 3 or 4 runners, this must be at 1/5 odds a place 1-2

- 5 to 7 runners (inclusive): 1/4 (one quarter) odds for finishing 1st or 2nd

- 8 or more runners: 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

- Handicap races with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive): 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

- Handicap races with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive): 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th

- Handicap races with 22 or more runners: 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

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(IRE)

SECOND RACE 12.10

THE TIMEFORM NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE

CHASE

(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £11925, 2nd £5961, 3rd £2982, 4th £1491, 5th £744, 6th £372 (Penalty Value £15609) Weights raised 11lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (23 wins from 248 runners, 9%) runs UNEXPECTED PARTY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 21 runners, 43%) runs UNEXPECTED PARTY

Longest Traveller: PANIC ATTACK trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 100 miles.

1 STAGE STAR (IRE) (26)

B g Fame And Glory - Sparky May

J Harry Cobden

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Owners Group 044

B Ruxley Holdings Ltd

S Owners Group

2 FERN HILL (IRE) (32)

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock

J Jack Quinlan

T Ben Case, Banbury

O Cross Foran Harrison

B Joseph and Anthony Smiddy

3

7 12-0

TFRHHHII BHA142

FORM 1PP-121 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Challow Hurdle winner last season who boasts pair novice chase victories, either side of finishing runner-up in a Newbury Grade 2 in November More on his plate now pitched into a competitive-looking handicap under top weight but further progress is a distinct possibility

2Jan

8 11-12

S David Andrews Construction Limited

UNEXPECTED PARTY (FR) (31)

Gr g Martaline - Reform Act (USA)

8 11-12

J Harry Skelton E Tongue Strap

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O O’Reilly MacLennan Tynan Carthy Shanahan

B Mr & Mrs Gilles Forien

S Ashford Stud

4 DATSALRIGHTGINO (GER) (30)

B g It’s Gino (GER) - Delightful Sofie (GER)

J Gavin Sheehan

T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

O The GD Partnership

B Stall 5-Stars

S Betvictor

5 LLANDINABO LAD (GB) (38)

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Hot Rhythm

J David Noonan

T Tom Symonds, Hentland

O Celia & Michael Baker

B Mr P. P. Symonds

S Gun Dog Gin Ltd

6 ANY NEWS (IRE) (33)

Ch g Stowaway - Kisskiss Bang Bang (IRE)

J Richie McLernon

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

O Jane Nuala Cartwright

B Aileen Persse & Hannah Persse

7 MALINELLO (GB) (28)

7 11-10

TFRHHIII BHA140

FORM 252-210 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles and runner-up 4 times over fences prior to deservedly getting his head in front in a Uttoxeter handicap chase (22.5f) in November Put in his place off this mark at Kempton next time, though, and a similar outcome is likely here.

TFRHHHII BHA140

FORM 21P-232 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler last season and promising start over fences when chasing home McFabulous on return at Exeter Shade disappointing that he failed to land the odds in a 2 1/2m Leicester novice last time but it’s still early days and he remains of interest. Tongue strap applied.

Dec22 Lei 20f Ch good 2/6 Loughderg Rocco (IRE) 12l

Dec22 San 15f Ch gd-sf 3/4 Jonbon (FR) 24l

Nov22 Exe 19f Ch good 2/4 McFabulous (IRE) 9l

TFRHHHII BHA138

FORM P4-2134 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who opened his chase account at the second attempt in a 2m Chepstow novice handicap Below par at Doncaster last time but it could be that moving back up in trip here will help and he’s certainly not without a chance.

Dec22 Don 16f HcpC good 4/8 Haddex des Obeaux (FR) 15l

Nov22 Nby 16f HcpC good 3/6 Frere d’Armes (FR) 3l

Nov22 Chp 16f HcpC good 1/6 Calico (GER) 7l

TFRHHIII BHA131

FORM 64P-422 BF

8 11-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who has made an encouraging start in this sphere, looking a tad laboured for a while but finding only a very promising 4-y-o too good in Hereford handicap (2m) on his latest start in December Place possibilities with this step back up in trip a potentially good move

Dec22 Her 16f HcpC soft 2/6 In Excelsis Deo (FR) 51/2l

Nov22 Car 15f Ch soft 2/7 Bass Rock (FR) 8l

Oct22 Utt 15f HcpC good 4/7 Thunder Rock (IRE) 103/4l

TFRHIIII BHA131

FORM 62343-0

8 11-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/maiden hurdle winner who went close starting out over fences at Warwick on his reappearance last season. However, he was beaten a long way when returning from 12 months off at Wetherby on Boxing Day and now has a bit to prove.

Dec22 Wet 19f HcpC gd-sf 8/10 The Paddy Pie (IRE) 28l

Jan22 War 24f Ch soft 3/5

Nov21 Exe 19f HcpC gd-sf 4/6

TFRHHHII BHA131

FORM 4/212/-13 D

Threeunderthrufive (IRE) 12l

Striking A Pose (IRE) 14l

B g Malinas (GER) - Wyldello 8 11-3

J Luca Morgan E Tongue Strap

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

O Martin & Lynn Jones

B R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg

S Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly made into a fairly useful hurdler in 2020/21 and perfect start in this sphere after nearly 2 years off at Newcastle (23.4f) in November By no means disgraced when third at Newbury since and merits respect for the yard that landed this race with Kildisart in 2019

Dec22 Nby 22f HcpC soft 3/7 Tea For Free (IRE)

Nov22 Nwc 23f HcpC gd-sf 1/5

8 PANIC ATTACK (IRE) (33)

B m Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Toto Corde Meo (IRE)

7 11-2

J Tom Scudamore E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Bryan Drew

B Mr T. J. Adams

S W & S Recycling

9 IAMASTAR (FR) (71)

B g Balko (FR) - Victoria’s Star (FR)

10

5 11-1

J Mr David Maxwell (3) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Philip Hobbs, Minehead

O Mr David Maxwell

B Mrs Magalen Bryant

S Fitzdares

DALAMOI (IRE) (32)

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Dalamine (FR)

J Alan Johns

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

O Mrs Nikki Ead

B Harry Fowler & Alex Frost

S Tote, Dragonbet

11

FIRE DANCER (FR) (22)

B g Martaline - Steel Dancer (FR)

J Charlie Deutsch

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O Mrs S. Ricci

B Ecurie Maulepaire et al

S Faucets Limited

6 11-1

TFRHHIII BHA130

FORM 31-2013 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time hurdles winner, including in a listed handicap here last spring, and made all in 3-runner novice chase at Huntingdon (2 1/2m) on debut over fences. Performed to a similar level when third at Kempton last month and will need to raise her game if she’s to land this prize.

Dec22 Kmp 20f HcpC soft 3/10 Balco Coastal (FR) 10l

Nov22 Hun 19f Ch good 1/3 Wynn House 13l

Oct22 Chl 23f HcpH good 7/15 Shoot First (IRE) 22l

TFRHIIII BHA135

FORM 42362-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser for David Cottin in France last term who changed hands for €110,000 last spring. However, well held on return/debut for new yard at Ascot and opposable here, for all that he’s been eased 5lb

Nov22 Asc 18f HcpC gd-sf 3/4 Thunder Rock (IRE) 40l

Apr22 Aut 22f Ch heavy 2 Magic Marvel (FR) 21/2l

Mar22 Aut 17f Ch heavy 6/8 Latino des Isles (FR) 34l

TFRHHHHI BHA129

FORM 235-12F BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Real chasing type who created an excellent impression when scoring on debut in this sphere at Kempton (20.5f). Followed that with a good effort in defeat at Chepstow and, provided his confidence hasn’t been dented by an early fall last time, he should have a big part to play.

Dec22 Chp 23f HcpC soft F/6

19f HcpC gd-sf 2/8

TFRHHHHH BHA120

FORM 30132/-1

7 10-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser in France for Guillaume Macaire and improved when making a winning start for this yard on the back of a lengthy absence in a handicap chase at Ludlow (2 1/2m). 6lb rise fair enough and very much of interest here with the likelihood of better to come

6Jan Lud 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/7 Striking Out hd

Oct20 Fon 18f Ch - 2 Tombee Du Ciel (FR) 3l

Sep20 Com 17f Ch - 3 Avenue Kennedy (FR) 15l

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: IMPERIAL ALCAZAR (IRE) 8 11 12

Paddy Brennan 9-1 (Fergal O’Brien) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Fire Dancer (FR), 9-2 Stage Star (IRE), 11-2 Unexpected Party (FR), 7-1 Dalamoi (IRE), 8-1 Malinello (GB), 10-1 Datsalrightgino (GER), 16-1 Llandinabo Lad (GB), 18-1 Panic Attack (IRE), 28-1 Fern Hill (IRE), 33-1 Iamastar (FR), 40-1 Any News (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Several of these are open to improvement, not least FIRE DANCER, who overcame a 27-month absence when scoring on his first start for Venetia Williams at Ludlow where he produced an accurate round of jumping. The 7-y-o is very appealing off a light weight for a yard that has landed this race 3 times in the past. Dalamoi is next on the list, albeit only marginally as both Malinello and Stage Star merit serious consideration, too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FIRE DANCER (FR)

2.DALAMOI (IRE)

3.MALINELLO

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CROSS COUNTRY FENCES

THIRD RACE 12.40

THE GLENFARCLAS CROSS COUNTRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £35000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £13913, 2nd £6955, 3rd £3479, 4th £1740, 5th £868, 6th £434. (Penalty Value £18210.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (30 wins from 230 runners, 13%) runs DELTA WORK and MORTAL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (6 wins from 71 runners, 8%) runs DELTA WORK and MORTAL Longest Traveller: MORTAL & DELTA WORK trained by G Elliott, PLAN OF ATTACK & MINELLA TIMES trained by H De Bromhead, FOXY JACKS trained by M F Morris, & ROI MAGE trained by P Griffin, all Ireland.

1 DELTA WORK (FR) (69)

Br g Network (GER) - Robbe (FR)

10 12-0

J Mr Robert James (7) E Tongue Strap

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O Gigginstown House Stud

B Mr C. Magnien & Mr J. Magnien

S Gordon Elliott

2 MINELLA TIMES (IRE) (31)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Triptoshan (IRE)

10 12-0

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr. E Tongue Strap

T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

O Mr John P. McManus

B Cathal Ennis

3 ROI MAGE (FR) (27)

B g Poliglote - Royale Majesty (FR)

11 11-3

J Mr P. W. Mullins E Tongue Strap

T Patrick Griffin, Ireland

O Pryde/Van Der Hoeven/McGladery/Beaumont

B Mrs I. Garcon & Mr J. P. Garcon

4 FRANCKY DU BERLAIS (FR) (32)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Legende du Luy (FR) 10 10-10

J James Bowen E Tongue Strap

T Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

O Mr Roddy Owen

B Mr Jean-Marc Lucas & Mr Franck Champion

S Foodnet Ltd

5 SNOW LEOPARDESS (GB) (21)

Gr m Martaline - Queen Soraya 11 10-8

J Aidan Coleman

T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

O Andrew Fox-Pitt

B O. and Mrs Fox-Pitt

S Merribelle Stable Llc

6 FOXY JACKS (IRE) (32)

B g Fame And Glory - Benefit Ball (IRE)

9 10-8

J Shane Fenelon (7) E Cheek Pieces

T M. F. Morris, Ireland

O Mr D. F. Desmond

B Michael Long

7 DIESEL D’ALLIER (FR) (318)

Gr g Kap Rock (FR) - Iena d’Allier (FR) 10 10-8

J Harry Bannister E Tongue Strap

T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

O The French Link

B Mr Yves Maupoil

TFRHHHHH BHA160

FORM 46613-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chasher who didn’t need to be at best when winning 17-runner minor event chase (4/6) at Punchestown a couple of months ago Looks set for another bold showing before defending his crown at the festival.

Nov22 Pun 24f Ch yield 1 Singing Banjo (IRE) s.h

Apr22 Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf 3/40 Noble Yeats (IRE) 22l Mar22 Chl 30f Ch heavy 1/16 Tiger Roll (IRE) 3/4l

TFRHHHII BHA160

FORM 1/FPB3-P

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (24f, soft) 31 days ago One-time classy chaser who might benefit from a try in this sphere, so he’s one to consider

Dec22 Leo 24f HcpH soft P Maxxum (IRE) -

Apr22 Crk 24f Ch heavy 3/5 Melon 25l

Apr22 Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf B/40 Noble Yeats (IRE) -

TFRHHHII BHA149

FORM 0510-33

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, 16 1/4 lengths third of 5 to Minella Indo in New Year’s Day Chase at Tramore (22.2f, heavy) 27 days ago. Significantly up in trip Makes handicap chase debut. Others more persuasive.

1Jan Tmr 22f Ch heavy

TFRHHIII BHA142

FORM 312000

TIMEFORM VIEW Found plenty for pressure when landing a second win in the valuable Summer Plate at Market Rasen in July However, he has failed to fire since returning from a break and needs to bounce back in a major way

11/13 Seddon (IRE) 60l

TFRHHHII BHA140

FORM 11P-P00

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved some sight over the National fences when winning the 2021 Becher Chase Doesn’t quite seem the force of old but she could take to this discipline

7Jan San 24f HcpC soft 7/18

And Hoping (IRE) 12l

Dec22 Ain 25f HcpC gd-sf 8/22 Ashtown Lad (IRE) 19l

Nov22 War 24f HcpC soft P/10

TFRHHHII BHA140

FORM 0F-P635

de Teillee (FR) -

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 28/1, good fifth of 28 in handicap chase at Leopardstown (24.2f, soft) 32 days ago Up in trip Merits respect.

Dec22 Leo 24f HcpC yield 5 Real Steel (FR) 21/4l

Nov22 Pun 24f Ch yield 3 Delta Work (FR) 6l

Oct22

TFRHHHII BHA140

FORM 236/314- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever for new yard when edging out Potters Corner in C&D handicap in December 2021 and not disgraced behind Delta Work at the festival. Hasn’t been seen since but still deserves respect. Mar22

8 PLAN OF ATTACK (IRE) (31)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Loadsofability (IRE)

10 10-6

J Darragh O’Keeffe E Blinkers

T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

O Mr A. Halsall

B Mrs Claire Doyle

9 BACK ON THE LASH (GB) (76)

B g Malinas (GER) - Giovanna

J Sean Bowen

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

9 10-5

O Maughan, Redknapp, Ryan, Salters

B Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips

S Fbc Manby Bowdler

10 MORTAL (IRE) (356)

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Pomme Tiepy (FR)

11 10-4

J Sam Ewing E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O Mr A. Dunlop

B Corrib Racing

S Gordon Elliott

11

SINGING BANJO (IRE) (69)

B g Generous (IRE) - Mille Fleurs (FR) 13 10-3

J Mr B. J. Walsh (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Barry John Walsh, Ireland

O Mr J. P. Walsh

B Joseph Cunningham

12

DEISE ABA (IRE) (29)

B g Mahler - Kit Massini (IRE) 10 10-3

J Tom O’Brien E Cheek Pieces

T Philip Hobbs, Minehead

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

B Ms Margaret Leahy

S Trust Inns Limited

13

EASYSLAND (FR) (27)

B or Br g Gentlewave (IRE) - Island du Frene (FR) 9 10-2

J Richie McLernon E Cheek Pieces

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr John P. McManus

B Marinette Avril & Marie Laure Labbe

S Wasdell Group

14

LEGENDS RYDE (GB) (50)

Ch m Midnight Legend - Ryde Back 8 10-2

J Gavin Sheehan E Visor, Tongue Strap

T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

O AWTP Racing Partnership

B Downfield Cottage Stud

S Betvictor

15

CREALION (FR) (68)

B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Lady La Lionne (FR) 7 10-2

J Charlie Deutsch E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Tom George, Slad

O S Nelson, T Keelan, H Polito, C Compton

B E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray

S HBA Media

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

TFRHHHHI BHA138

FORM 433-06P

TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (24f, soft) 31 days ago, left behind before 2 out. Better known as a chaser and has run well over C&D in the past. Not discounted.

Dec22 Leo 24f HcpH soft P Maxxum (IRE) -

Nov22 Clo 16f HcpH sf-hv 6 Clifton Warrior 11l

Apr22 Pun 31f HcpC good 7/15 Peaches And Cream (IRE) 75l

TFRHHHII BHA137

FORM 15P-023 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who scored 4 times over fences last year, including over C&D In reasonable form when last seen and should be primed for a big run after 76 days off

TFRHHHII BHA136

FORM P05040-

TIMEFORM VIEW Good fourth of 15 in this last eason but poor effort on only subsequent run and needs to bounce back after an 11-month absence.

Feb22

TFRHHHHI BHA135

FORM 0-24362

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving P. J. Rothwell when creditable short-head second of 17 to Delta Work in crosscountry event (40/1) at Punchestown (24.8f, good to soft) 69 days ago Not dismissed. Nov22 Pun 24f Ch

TFRHHIII BHA135

FORM P2P-65P

TIMEFORM VIEW Hard to predict and wasn’t on a going day at Haydock last time Others make more appeal.

Dec22 Hay 28f HcpC soft P/12 All About Joe (IRE) -

Dec22 San 28f HcpC gd-sf 5/11 Quick Wave (FR) 16l Nov22 Ain 24f HcpH gd-sf 6/7 Remastered 30l

TFRHHIII BHA130

FORM PPP-P00 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time top quality performer in this sphere (winner of the Glenfarclas Chase at the 2020 Cheltenham Festival) but has failed to shine for Jonjo O’Neill.

1Jan Chl 26f HcpC soft 10/11 Rapper 26l

Nov22 Hay 25f HcpC soft 10/10 Fontaine Collonges (FR) 57l

Apr22 Pun 31f HcpC good P/15 Peaches And Cream (IRE) -

TFRHHIII BHA125

FORM 411-333

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner last term who got back on track when third of 10 in handicap chase here (20.6f) 50 days ago Upped markedly in trip and visored.

12Jan Cat 29f HcpC heavy Y/6 Bushypark (IRE) -

Dec22 Chl 20f HcpC good 3/10 Dame du Soir (FR) 53/4l

Nov22 Mkt 23f Ch gd-sf 3/6 Fantastic Lady (FR) 27l

TFRHHIII BHA121

FORM 545-611

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 13-runner handicap chase (11/1) at Fontainebleau (21.9f, soft) 68 days ago, keeping on well. Significantly up in trip Tongue strap on 1st time Tricky assignment from out of the weights.

Nov22 Fon 22f HcpC soft 1/13 Kapking (FR) 5l

Oct22 Dur 20f Ch gd-sf 1/7 Grand de Thaix (FR) 2l

Oct22 Str 21f Ch soft 6/8 Swapolie Du Mathan (FR) 30l

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Delta Work (FR), 17-2 Singing Banjo (IRE), 10-1 Diesel d’Allier (FR), 11-1 Minella Times (IRE), 12-1 Roi Mage (FR), 14-1 Snow Leopardess (GB), Foxy Jacks (IRE), Back On The Lash (GB), 16-1 Plan of Attack (IRE), 25-1 Mortal (IRE), Crealion (FR), 28-1 Deise Aba (IRE), Legends Ryde (GB), 40-1 Francky du Berlais (FR), Easysland (FR)

DELTA WORK is the class act in this field and there’s good reason to think he will land this before bidding for back-to-back wins at the festival. Singing Banjo was only a short head behind the selection at Punchestown last time and is getting plenty of weight, so he’s an obvious danger, while Plan of Attack could return to form.

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FOURTH RACE 1.20

THE ALBERT BARTLETT CLARENCE HOUSE STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £91800

Owners Prize Money. 1st £40006, 2nd £16423, 3rd £8216, 4th £4103, 5th £2056, 6th £1028. (Penalty Value £52280.10)

Leading course trainer (17-22): W P Mullins (36 wins from 304 runners, 12%) runs ENERGUMENE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (17 wins from 44 runners, 39%) runs ENERGUMENE

Fancy That: W P Mullins won this race in 2016, 2017 and 2018. The stable runs ENERGUMENE today. Longest Traveller: ENERGUMENE trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.

1

AMARILLO SKY (IRE) (63)

B g Westerner - Bag of Tricks (IRE)

2

B

7 11-10

J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Mr J. P. Romans

B Mrs Amy Collins

S Coral Racing Limited

EDITEUR DU GITE (FR) (32)

J Niall Houlihan

T Gary Moore, Horsham

9 11-10

O The Preston Family, Friends & T Jacobs

B Mr Daniel Gerault

S K M Elite Products Ltd

3 EDWARDSTONE (GB) (32)

B g Kayf Tara - Nothingtoloose (IRE)

J Tom Cannon

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

O Robert Abrey & Ian Thurtle

B Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

4 ENERGUMENE (FR) (48)

Br g Denham Red (FR) - Olinight (FR)

J P. Townend

T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Tony Bloom

B Mr Christophe Dubourg

9 11-10

TFRHHIII BHA151

FORM F156-11 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive handicap chaser, ending 2022 with a brace of wins in November, latterly in clear-cut fashion at Newbury This represents a marked jump in class and it’s hard to make a compelling case for him.

Nov22

TFRHHHII BHA160

FORM 114P-31 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved into a very smart front-running chaser last season, a dual winner at around 2m at this venue prior to a solid fourth in the Grand Annual at the Festival. Cranked it up another notch when a surprise winner of the Desert Orchid last month, though was probably the only one to run to form.

Dec22 Kmp 16f Ch soft 1/7 Nube Negra (SPA) 13l

Oct22 Chl 15f HcpC good 3/7 Dads Lad (IRE) 12l

Apr22 Ain 19f Ch gd-sf P/10 Fakir d’Oudairies (FR) -

TFRHHHHI BHA170

FORM 1112-1U CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW A thoroughly likeable sort who took his winning sequence to 5 when landing the Arkle at the Festival. Beaten by Gentleman de Mee at Aintree but displayed top-class form when a commanding winner of the Tingle Creek on reappearance. Very rare jumping lapse when unseating rider in the Desert Orchid.

Dec22 Kmp 16f Ch soft U/7 Editeur du Gite (FR) -

Dec22 San 15f Ch gd-sf 1/6 Greaneteen (FR) 9l

Apr22 Ain 15f Ch gd-sf 2/6 Gentleman de Mee (FR) 41/2l

TFRHHHHH BHA176

FORM 1121-11 CD

9 11-10

5 FUNAMBULE SIVOLA (FR) (32)

B g Noroit (GER) - Little Memories (IRE) 8 11-10

J Charlie Deutsch

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O My Racing Manager Friends

B Mr Gilles Trapenard

S My Racing Manager

6

SIZING POTTSIE (FR) (32)

B or Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Line Salsa (FR) 9 11-10

J Tom Scudamore E Tongue Strap

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Tracey, Alexander, Apiafi, Kuyt, Harman

B Mr Jean-Charles Haimet & Ecurie Oceane

S W & S Recycling

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser who has met with defeat only one in his career over fences, that coming in a brilliant renewal of this race at its usual venue last year Comfortable winner of the Champion Chase at the Festival and his reappearance win in the Hilly Way Chase confirms he’s as good as ever

Dec22 Crk 16f Ch yd-sf 1/4 Epson du Houx (FR) 15l

Apr22 Pun 16f Ch gd-yd 1/5 Chacun Pour Soi (FR) 81/2l Mar22 Chl 15f Ch soft 1/7 Funambule Sivola (FR) 81/2l

TFRHHIII BHA159

FORM 112P-64 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well in open company last season, taking the Game Spirit at Newbury, and put up a career best when second to Energumene in the Champion Chase Things haven’t gone to plan since and this a tough race to bounce back in.

Dec22 Kmp 16f Ch soft 4/7 Editeur du Gite (FR) 36l

Dec22 San 15f Ch gd-sf 6/6 Edwardstone 23l

Apr22 Ain 19f Ch gd-sf P/10 Fakir d’Oudairies (FR) -

TFRHIIII BHA145

FORM 10-1205 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser for Jessica Harrington who, having changed hands (for 95,000 gns) made most of good opportunity to land Ayr novice hurdle in October Hasn’t kicked on since, however, and was beaten a long way out back over fences last month. No appeal.

Dec22 Kmp 16f Ch soft 5/7 Editeur du Gite (FR) 40l

2022: SHISHKIN (IRE) 8 11 7 Nico de Boinville 5-6 (Nicky Henderson) 4 ran

Probable S.P’s: 4-7 Energumene (FR), 9-4 Edwardstone (GB), 16-1 Editeur du Gite (FR), 66-1 Amarillo Sky (IRE), 80-1 Funambule Sivola (FR), 300-1 Sizing Pottsie (FR)

A rerouted Clarence House and while it will struggle to live up to the breathtaking 2022 renewal, a clash between Champion Chase winner ENERGUMENE and Arkle-hero Edwardstone should still be something to savour The former’s only chase defeat came in this race at Ascot and he can make amends here.

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FIFTH RACE 1.50

THE PADDY POWER CHELTENHAM COUNTDOWN PODCAST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £43040, 2nd £17740, 3rd £8870, 4th £4440, 5th £2220, 6th £1110, 7th £550, 8th £280 (Penalty Value £56270) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 Trifecta Rollover Race

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (41 wins from 299 runners, 14%) runs CARIBEAN BOY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 21 runners, 43%) runs ALLMANKIND and SPIRITOFTHEGAMES

Longest Traveller: NOW WHERE OR WHEN trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

1

BRAVE SEASCA (FR) (27)

Bl g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Miss Laveron (FR) 8 12-0

J Charlie Deutsch

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O Brooks & Taylor Families

B Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel

S Faucets Limited

2 ALLMANKIND (GB) (32)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Wemyss Bay 7

J Sean Quinlan

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O The Gredley Family

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd S Unex Group

3 COOLE CODY (IRE) (14)

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Run For Cover (IRE) 12 11-7

J Adam Wedge

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan

O Mr W. Clifford

B Timothy Considine

S Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd

4 CARIBEAN BOY (FR) (56)

Gr g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Caribena (FR) 9 11-7

J James Bowen E Cheek Pieces

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

B Mme S. Guittard & Mr G. E. Guittard

S Ptarmigan Media Limited

5 SIMPLY THE BETTS (IRE) (27)

B g Arcadio (GER) - Crimson Flower (IRE) 10 11-5

J Mr David Maxwell (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Mr David Maxwell

B Oliver Power

S Fitzdares

6 KARL PHILIPPE (FR) (33)

Ch g Kentucky Dynamite (USA) - Kaer Gwell (FR) 8 11-3

J Jack Hogan (5)

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O C Coley, D Porter, H Redknapp, P Smith

B A. De La Motte Saint Pierre & N. Cottin

S Bresbet

7 FUGITIF (FR) (32)

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Turiane (FR) 8 11-3

J Gavin Sheehan E Tongue Strap

T Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

O Mr Carl Hinchy & Dr Emad Hussain

B Mr Andre Rousseau

S R H Bloodstock

TFRHHHHI BHA154

FORM 113F-10

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when easily winning 2m4f handicap chase at Aintree on return. Set a lot to do and not seen to best effect when 11th in New Year’s Day Handicap over C&D since. Well worth another chance.

TFRHHHII BHA149

FORM 15P0-00 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5 of his first 6 starts over fences, including the Old Roan Chase at Aintree last October Disappointing since, though, and refused to settle when beating only one in handicap chase at Chepstow (19.4f) 32 days ago

TFRHHHII BHA147

FORM 13-0P15 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D scorer who got back to winning ways in 2-runner Grade 2 at Ascot (21f) in November by 10 lengths from Saint Calvados. Well-beaten fifth of 6 at Kempton 14 days ago but bounce back not ruled out here.

14Jan Kmp 20f Ch soft 5/6 Pic D’orhy (FR) 41l

Nov22 Asc 21f Ch good 1/2 Saint Calvados (FR) 10l

Nov22 Chl 20f HcpC good P/14 Ga Law (FR) -

TFRHHHII BHA147

FORM P/0F1P-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Regained winning thread at Kempton (3m) last January but has a patchy record and below form fifth of 10 in handicap chase at Chepstow (23.6f) 56 days ago Needs his subsequent wind op to spark a resurgence.

Dec22 Chp 23f HcpC gd-sf 5/10 Farinet (FR) 20l

Feb22 Asc 23f HcpC soft P/9 Fortescue -

Jan22 Kmp 24f HcpC soft 1/8 Smarty Wild 2l

TFRHHHII BHA145

FORM P252-00 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Plate over C&D in 2020 and creditable seventh in Paddy Power Gold Cup here on reappearance. Below par ninth back here last time however so more is needed.

1Jan Chl 20f HcpC soft 9/16 Midnight River 20l

Nov22 Chl 20f HcpC good 7/14 Ga Law (FR) 11l

Apr22 Chl 20f HcpC good 2/7 Stolen Silver (FR) 11l

TFRHHHII BHA143

FORM 5112-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with 2m4f win at Wetherby in November and backed it up off 7lb higher mark with second of 10 in handicap there 33 days ago. One for the shortlist.

Dec22 Wet 19f HcpC gd-sf 2/10 The Paddy Pie (IRE)

Nov22 Wet 19f HcpC good 1/10 Zanza (IRE)

Mar22 Utt 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/4 Yggdrasil (FR)

TFRHHHHH BHA143

FORM 1440-21

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks more mature this season and has taken his form up a level, easily landing 12-runner handicap chase at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) 32 days ago Big shout despite taking a 10lb hike in the weights. Dec22

8 PHOENIX WAY (IRE) (32)

B g Stowaway - Arcuate

J Kevin Brogan

T Harry Fry, Corscombe

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mr Eugene McDermott

S Grosvenor Sport

10 11-2

E Tongue Strap

9 SILVER HALLMARK (GB) (32)

Br or Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Gaye Sophie

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Mr & Mrs William Rucker

B R. F. and S. D. Knipe

S Tote

10 IL RIDOTO (FR) (27)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - L’Exploratrice (FR)

11

9 11-0

TFRHHHII BHA142

FORM 021F-P4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his tally over fences at Ascot last January but was completing for the first time since when fourth of 12 to Fugitif in handicap chase at Chepstow (19.4f)

32 days ago Not ruled out if building on that run.

Dec22 Chp 19f HcpC soft 4/12 Fugitif (FR) 12l

Apr22 Pun 24f HcpC good P/14 Donkey Years (IRE) -

Feb22 Kmp 24f HcpC gd-sf F/14 Cap du Nord (FR) -

TFRHHHII BHA140

FORM 1/4P3-53

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 novice chase winner in January 2021. Lightly raced since and not disgraced when third of 12 to Fugitif in handicap chase at Chepstow (19.4f)

days ago No forlorn hope

6 10-12

J Harry Cobden E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Giles, Hogarth, Mason & McGoff

B Noel Lemaire

S Morson Group

SPIRITOFTHEGAMES (IRE) (27)

B g Darsi (FR) - Lucy Walters (IRE) 11 10-10

J Harry Skelton E Blinkers

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr N. W. Lake

B Paddy Kinsella

S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

12 NOCTE VOLATUS (GB) (38)

B g Midnight Legend - Aeronautica (IRE) 8 10-8

J Stan Sheppard E Tongue Strap

T Tom Lacey, Woolhope

O Lady Cobham and Dauntsey Park

B Lady Cobham & Tor Sturgis

S Plusbac

13

YOUR DARLING (IRE) (32)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Carries Darling 8 10-6

J Tom Cannon

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

O Lord Vestey

B William Mangan

S Fitzdares

14

ONE TRUE KING (IRE) (59)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Final Leave (IRE) 8 10-4

J Mr James Turner (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O RacehorseClub.com

B Joe Fogarty

S RacehorseClub.com

15

NOW WHERE OR WHEN (IRE) (85)

Ch g Where Or When (IRE) - Now Its My Turn (IRE) 8 10-4

J J. J. Slevin E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

O Mrs Margaret McCrudden

B Mrs Margaret McCrudden

16 PRECIOUS ELEANOR (FR) (21)

Gr m Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Precious Lucy (FR) 8 10-2

J Tom O’Brien

T Henry Daly, Ludlow

O Mrs Christine Graves

B Mr Richard Henry Hobson

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

TFRHHHHI BHA138

FORM P303-44

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice chaser who has shaped well when strong-travelling fourth in Paddy Power Gold Cup and New Year’s Day Handicap over C&D this term. Cheekpieces on 1st time now and merits plenty of respect.

1Jan Chl 20f HcpC soft 4/16 Midnight River

TFRHHHII BHA136

FORM 35-2620

TIMEFORM VIEW Regular in competitive handicaps and arrives in good nick, not quite getting home when seventh over 3m2f here last time in first-time blinkers. Considered back at this trip now.

1Jan

TFRHHHII BHA134

FORM 1F12U-2

(FR) 27l

TIMEFORM VIEW Took very well to fences last term, winning 3 times, and resumed with good second of 7 in handicap chase at Hereford (20.9f) 38 days ago, headed after blunder at the last. Merits consideration.

Dec22 Her 20f HcpC soft 2/7 Equus Dancer (IRE) 2

Apr22 Hay 19f HcpC gd-sf U/11 Corran Cross (IRE) -

Mar22 San 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/6 Foxboro (GER) nk

TFRHHHII BHA132

FORM 53P4-15 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Has an excellent record when fresh and an impressive scorer in 21f handicap chase at Ascot on his return in Novemer Backed it up with solid fifth at Kempton off a 10lb higher mark and ought to be in the shake-up eased 1lb

Dec22 Kmp 24f HcpC soft 5/14 Remastered 9l

Nov22 Asc 21f HcpC gd-sf 1/13 Revels Hill (IRE)

Apr22 Nby 22f HcpC gd-sf 4/11 Duc de Beauchene (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA130

FORM 61-0105 D

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TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Market Rasen in September but well held both starts since and his jumping is continuing to look an issue

Nov22 Lud 25f HcpC gd-sf 5/7 Laskalin (FR) 46l

Nov22 Ain 21f HcpC gd-sf 8/14 Al Dancer (FR) 48l

Sep22 Mkt 21f HcpC good 1/5 Dead Right s.h

TFRHHHII BHA130

FORM 13P32-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched a second success over fences in 2m Down Royal handicap on his reappearance. Effective over this longer trip so this Irish raider can’t be dismissed off a 7lb higher mark.

Nov22 Dow 16f HcpC yd-sf 1 The Greek (IRE) 1/

Apr22 Fai 21f Ch gd-yd 2 Gevrey (FR) 8

/

Apr22 Ayr 24f HcpC gd-sf 3/8 Dusart (IRE) 8l

TFRHHHII BHA128

FORM 2211-43 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off for last term with C&D success and back with solid efforts to make the frame at Market Rasen and Sandown. Enters calculations once more.

7Jan San 20f HcpC soft 3/8 Certainly Red 20l

Nov22 Mkt 23f Ch gd-sf 4/6 Fantastic Lady (FR) 43l

Apr22 Chl 20f HcpC good 1/5 Little River Bay (IRE) 15l

17 GUY (IRE) (39)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Sept Verites (FR) 8 10-2

J Jordan Nailor (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O W.G. & A.G. Vestey

B Corrib Racing

S Agetur (UK) Ltd

FORM 6222-23

TIMEFORM VIEW Comes here in good nick but he extended his run of placings when third at Ludlow in first-time cheekpieces last month. Bit more is needed to get back to winning ways

DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2022: TORN AND FRAYED (FR) 8 10 10 Sam Twiston-Davies 5-1 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 10 ran

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Fugitif (FR), 8-1 Your Darling (IRE), 17-2 Il Ridoto (FR), 10-1 Nocte Volatus (GB),

14-1 Brave Seasca (FR), Karl Philippe (FR), 16-1 Phoenix Way (IRE), Now Where Or When (IRE), 18-1 Silver Hallmark (GB), 20-1 Guy (IRE), 22-1 Coole Cody (IRE), Caribean Boy (FR), Simply The Betts (IRE), 28-1 Spiritofthegames (IRE), Precious Eleanor (FR), 40-1 Allmankind (GB), One True King (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Lots with chances but FUGITIF has returned an improved model this term and a 10lb rise for his most impressive Chepstow success could still underestimate him. Il Ridoto has shaped well to twice claim fourth spot over C&D this winter and seems sure to be on the premises again, especially if the fitting of cheekpieces ekes out some improvement. Brave Seasca and Nocte Volatus complete the shortlist.

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SIXTH RACE 2.25

THE PADDY POWER COTSWOLD STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £120000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £51648, 2nd £21288, 3rd £10644, 4th £5328, 5th £2664, 6th £1332. (Penalty Value £67524)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (41 wins from 299 runners, 14%) runs DUSART

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 21 runners, 43%) runs PROTEKTORAT

Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2020 and 2022. The stable runs DUSART today. Longest Traveller: NOBLE YEATS trained by E Mullins, Ireland.

1

FRODON (FR) (33)

B g Nickname (FR) - Miss Country (FR)

2

11 11-10

J Bryony Frost E Tongue Strap

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Mr P. J. Vogt

B Mr Philippe Gasdoue

S Morson Group

NOBLE YEATS (IRE) (56)

B g Yeats (IRE) - That’s Moyne (IRE)

J Sean Bowen

T Emmet Mullins, Ireland

O Mr Robert Waley-Cohen

B Mrs Kristene Hunter

S Upton Viva Stud

3 PROTEKTORAT (FR) (70)

8 11-10

TFRHHIII BHA162

FORM 400-133 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Thoroughly likeable sort who defied top weight in a handicap for the fifth time in his career in Badger Beer at Wincanton on return. Went with his customary enthusiasm when third in the King George last month but the veteran of the party could be up against it today (won this in 2019).

Dec22 Kmp 24f Ch soft 3/9 Bravemansgame (FR) 18l

Nov22 Hay 25f Ch soft 3/5 Protektorat (FR) 18l

Nov22 Wcn 25f HcpC gd-fm 1/11 Lord Accord (IRE) 21/

TFRHHHHI BHA167

FORM 201-P11 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class Irish chaser who landed the Grand National at Aintree last April. Back on track with easy success in listed event at Wexford in October and was better than ever returned to the scene of his finest hour when following up in Many Clouds 8 weeks ago Serious chance.

Dec22 Ain 24f Ch gd-sf 1/6 Dashel Drasher

Oct22 Wex 23f Ch heavy 1/4 Hurricane Georgie (IRE)

Oct22 Aut 22f Ch heavy P/11 Figuero (FR) -

TFRHHHHH BHA170

FORM 1/2134-1 C D

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR) 8 11-10

J Harry Skelton E Tongue Strap

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales

B Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault

S Morson Group

4 AHOY SENOR (IRE) (33)

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dara Supreme (IRE) 8 11-7

J Derek Fox

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O Wymer & Russell

B Mr D.P. Constable

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

5 DUSART (IRE) (50)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dusty Too 8 11-4

J James Bowen

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Mr R. A. Bartlett

B Mrs Virginia McGrath

S Albert Bartlett

6 SOUNDS RUSSIAN (IRE) (33)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Reevolesa (IRE)

J Sean Quinlan

T Ruth Jefferson, Malton

O Claxby & Co

B Noel O’Brien

S BROCKSBUSHES LIMITED

8 11-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Expertly trained to gain a second Grade 1 success of his career in Betfair Chase on return (had another breathing operation in interim) at Haydock (25.6f, good to soft) 10 weeks ago Will be tough to beat if he’s in anything like the same form today.

Nov22 Hay 25f Ch soft 1/5 Eldorado Allen (FR) 11l

Apr22 Ain 24f Ch gd-sf 4/9 Clan des Obeaux (FR) 26l

Mar22 Chl 26f Ch gd-sf 3/11 A Plus Tard (FR) 17l

TFRHHHII BHA161

FORM 121-535 D

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser last term but has found the transition from top novice to contender at the highest level a bit of a struggle this season, unable to land any sort of blow in the King George VI Chase last month. Leaves him with a bit to prove at present.

Dec22 Kmp 24f Ch soft 5/9 Bravemansgame (FR) 33l

Dec22 Ain 24f Ch gd-sf 3/6 Noble Yeats (IRE) 31/2l

Oct22 Wet 24f Ch gd-sf 5/5 Bravemansgame (FR) 39l

TFRHHHII BHA155

FORM 3/1151-6 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Highly promising novice hurdler during 2020/21 campaign and quickly made up into a very smart performer over fences last season, winning 3 of his 4 starts in that sphere. Presumably had a pipe-opener over hurdles here last month and has to be taken seriously back over fences today.

Dec22 Chl 23f HcpH good 6/8 Captain Morgs (IRE) 15l

Apr22 Ayr 24f HcpC gd-sf 1/8 Sounds Russian (IRE) 1/2l

Mar22 Chl 24f Ch soft 5/9 L’homme Presse (FR) 14l

TFRHHHII BHA161

FORM 112-142

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t looked back since sent over fences, finding further progress to gain fourth success on return at Kelso (26f) in October Undone in a messy Many Clouds Chase but able to express himself much better back in a bigger-field handicap when runner-up in Rowland Meyrick at Wetherby since.

Dec22 Wet 24f HcpC gd-sf 2/11 Into Overdrive

24f Ch gd-sf 4/6

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DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: CHANTRY HOUSE (IRE) 8 11 6 Nico de Boinville 5-6 (Nicky Henderson) 5 ran

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Protektorat (FR), 2-1 Noble Yeats (IRE), 9-1

Frodon (FR), 10-1 Sounds Russian (IRE), 12-1 Ahoy Senor (IRE), Dusart (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The performance of A Plus Tard obviously took plenty away from the Betfair Chase at Haydock 10 weeks ago but PROTEKTORAT couldn’t have been any more impressive that day, sauntering to an 11-length success, and if Dan Skelton’s charge arrives in anything like the same form, he will prove tough to beat. Noble Yates picked up really well to land the Many Clouds at Aintree 8 weeks ago so he looks the obvious threat to the selection, with Dusart third on the list back over fences.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PROTEKTORAT (FR) 2.NOBLE YEATS (IRE) 3.DUSART (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 3.00

THE DAHLBURY STALLIONS AT CHAPEL STUD CLEEVE

HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £70000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £30128, 2nd £12418, 3rd £6209, 4th £3108, 5th £1554, 6th £777, 7th £385. (Penalty Value £39389)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (23 wins from 248 runners, 9%) runs MOLLY OLLYS WISHES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 21 runners, 43%) runs MOLLY OLLYS WISHES

Fancy That: E Lavelle won this race in 2019, 2020 and 2022. The stable runs PAISLEY PARK today. Longest Traveller: GOLD TWEET trained by G Leenders, France.

1

BOTOX HAS (FR) (27)

B g Dream Well (FR) - Bournie (FR)

J Jamie Moore

T Gary Moore, Horsham

O John and Yvonne Stone

B S.C.E.A. Hamel Stud

S K M Elite Products Ltd

2

PAISLEY PARK (IRE) (33)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Presenting Shares (IRE)

7 11-8

TFRHHHII BHA150

FORM 231-210 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Grade 2 National Spirit on final start last term and took his form up a notch this season, landing big-field Haydock handicap (3m) in November Ran poorly in Relkeel Hurdle here 4 weeks ago but bounce back rates distinctly possible

1Jan Chl 20f Hdl soft 7/9 Marie’s Rock (IRE)

Nov22 Hay 24f HcpH soft 1/13 Get A Tonic (IRE)

Oct22 Chl 23f HcpH good 2/15 Shoot First (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA161

FORM 313-521 CD

11 11-8

J Aidan Coleman E Tongue Strap

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

O Mr Andrew Gemmell

B M. Conaghan

S Hatherden Horse Transport

3 GELINO BELLO (FR) (33)

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

J Harry Cobden

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton

B Mr Remi Boucret

S John Cotton (Group) Ltd

4 DASHEL DRASHER (GB) (27)

B g Passing Glance - So Long

J Rex Dingle

T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

O Mrs B Tully and Mr R Lock

B Mrs C. C. Scott

S Brendon Powerwashers

5 GOLD TWEET (FR) (28)

B g On Est Bien (IRE) - Goldance (FR)

7 11-5

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class hurdler who landed this race for the third time last year prior to a fine third in the Stayers’ Hurdle in March. Proved the fire still burns bright this campaign, turning the tables on Champ when taking the Long Walk at Kempton on Boxing Day. Leading contender

Dec22 Kmp 24f Hdl soft 1/5 Goshen (FR)

Nov22 Nby 24f Hdl good 2/5 Champ (IRE)

Apr22 Pun 23f Hdl gd-yd 5/7 Klassical Dream (FR) 61/4l

TFRHHHHI BHA148

FORM 411-11F D

TIMEFORM VIEW Productive novice hurdle campaign culminated with success in Grade 1 Sefton at Aintree (24.7f) in the spring. Promise in landing back-to-back novice chase events this term prior to falling in Kauto Star at Kempton on Boxing Day. Remains with potential back in this sphere.

Dec22 Kmp 24f Ch soft F/5 Thyme Hill -

Dec22 Exe 24f Ch gd-sf 1/2 City Chief (IRE) 29l

Oct22 Wet 24f Ch gd-sf 1/3 Loughderg Rocco (IRE) 1/2l

TFRHHHHI BHA151

FORM 12P-122 C

10 11-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Tough and likeable sort who resumed with a 2 1/2m win over hurdles at Aintree in November Good second in Many Clouds Chase at that venue next time and hard to knock his solid second behind Marie’s Rock in the Relkeel Hurdle here on New Year’s Day. Can give another good account.

1Jan Chl 20f Hdl

TFRHHIII BHA136

FORM 433-312

6 11-2

J Johnny Charron E Tongue Strap

T Gabriel Leenders, France

O AGV Karwin Stud

B E Lellouche

6 LORD ACCORD (IRE) (63)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Cush Jewel (IRE)

7

8 11-2

J Richie McLernon E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

O Lynne & Angus Maclennan

B Olive Troy

MOLLY OLLYS WISHES (GB) (68)

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - September Moon 9 11-1

J Harry Skelton E Tongue Strap

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr Dean Pugh B

D. & D. K. Pugh

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful French performer who regained winning thread over hurdles at Fontainebleau (18.9f) in November Matched that level when runner-up in minor event at Pau (17.4f) the following month but that form needs improving upon if he’s to feature back up markedly in class/trip

Dec22 Pau 17f Hdl heavy 2 Rosario Baron (FR) 11/4l

Nov22 Fon 19f Hdl - 1 Portivy (FR) 3/4l

Oct22 Tou 17f Hdl - 3 Ladyville (FR) 44l

TFRHHIII BHA133

FORM P-53120 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who capitalised on some leniency from the assessor to score over 25f here in October prior to a solid second in the Badger Beer Seemed to find competition too tough in Coral Gold Cup subsequently and this rates a stiff task returned to timber

Nov22 Nby 25f HcpC good 9/15 Le Milos 26l

Nov22 Wcn 25f HcpC gd-fm 2/11 Frodon (FR)

Oct22 Chl 25f HcpC good 1/9 The Wolf (FR)

TFRHHHII BHA144

FORM 51P0-13 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who has built up a good strike rate, taking Wetherby mares’ listed hurdle for second year running in October Not in same form when last of 3 at Kempton in November though, and this assignment likely to demand a career best.

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: PAISLEY PARK (IRE) 10 11 6 Aidan Coleman 5-1 (Emma Lavelle) 5 ran

Stewards Note:

BOTOX HAS: Following its run on 1/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Paisley Park (IRE), 7-2 Dashel Drasher (GB), 4-1 Gelino Bello (FR), 10-1 Botox Has (FR), 12-1 Molly Ollys Wishes (GB), 33-1 Gold Tweet (FR), 50-1 Lord Accord (IRE)

Already a 3-time winner of this race, PAISLEY PARK has confirmed the fire still burns brightly this term, turning the tables on Champ from Newbury and finding plenty to boot when landing the Long Walk at Kempton on Boxing Day. He gets the nod to come out on top again, with another highly admirable type Dashel Drasher and Gelino Bello, back from a stint chasing, others to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PAISLEY PARK (IRE) 2.DASHEL DRASHER 3.GELINO BELLO (FR)

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EIGHTH RACE 3.35

THE BALLYMORE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)

(Registered as the CLASSIC Novices’ Hurdle Race) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (23 wins from 248 runners, 9%) runs PEMBROKE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 21 runners, 43%) runs PEMBROKE

Longest Traveller: DOCTOR BROWN BEAR trained by M Brassill, Ireland.

1 HENRI THE SECOND (FR) (57)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Rock Treasure (FR)

6 11-10

J Harry Cobden E Tongue Strap

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Martin Broughton & Friends 7

B Mme Daniela Airaldi

S Morson Group

2 MOFASA (GB) (63)

B g Ocovango - Ninna Nanna (FR)

J Luca Morgan

T Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

O Mrs Lynne Maclennan

7 11-8

B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd

S Tote

3 BLENKINSOP (GB) (28)

B

T

O Mrs L Nixon

B T. F. F. Nixon

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

4 CAN YOU CALL (GB) (28)

B

TFRHHHHI BHA133

FORM 11P-21 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a smart prospect when winning first 2 starts in bumpers last season and built on hurdling debut promise at Chepstow when going one better at Sandown (19.8f, soft) just over 8 weeks ago More to come, and a first-time tongue strap is applied today.

Dec22 San 19f Hdl soft 1/6 Henry’s Friend (IRE)

Oct22 Chp 19f Hdl gd-sf 2/16 Chianti Classico (IRE)

Apr22 Ain 16f NHF gd-sf P/18 Lookaway (IRE) -

TFRHHIII BHA133

FORM 4-114 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer only start in bumpers and very much a useful novice in the making in this sphere, doing well to overcome a mistake to double his career tally over C&D in October Disappointed sent off 4/9 favourite at Newcastle last time (lost shoe) so needs to get back on track.

Nov22 Nwc 22f Hdl gd-sf 4/4 Tiger Jet (IRE) 29l

Oct22 Chl 19f Hdl gd-fm

6

Legend 8 11-5

J Adam Wedge E Tongue Strap

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan

O Mr & Mrs William Rucker

B Pitchall Stud

5 CRUZ CONTROL (FR) (33)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - En La Cruz (FR) 6 11-5

J Stan Sheppard

T Tom Lacey, Woolhope

O Mr F Green and Mr J Chinn

B Mr Christopher Richard Hirst

S Plusbac

6 DOCTOR BROWN BEAR (IRE) (33)

B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - All In Clover (IRE) 5 11-5

J J. J. Slevin E Tongue Strap

T Martin Brassil, Ireland

O Sean & Bernardine Mulryan

B John Foley

7 MOKA DE VASSY (FR) (28)

B g Karaktar (IRE) - Mona Vassy (FR) 5 11-5

J David Noonan

T Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

O Tom Chadney and Friends

B Mr Nicolas Ferrand

S Culverhill Farm Racing

TFRIIIII BHA131

FORM 3-41111 D

Owners Prize Money. 1st £21790, 2nd £8945, 3rd £4475, 4th £2235, 5th £1120, 6th £560 (Penalty Value £28475) Line

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive since switched to handicaps, still looking well ahead of his mark when completing the 4-timer at Newbury (20.5f, soft) 4 weeks ago Promises to be well suited by a good pace and he’s one to look out for upped in grade today.

TFRHHHII BHA131

FORM 5F31-21 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who ended last term with success in handicap chase at Catterick (19f). Stepped up on his reappearance when running out an impressive winner at Uttoxeter (19.9f, heavy) 4 weeks ago but will need to improve again to land this.

Hermes Boy (FR) 8l

Nov22 Tnt 16f Hdl good 2/10 American Sniper (IRE) 1l

Feb22 Cat 19f HcpC soft 1/7 Da Vinci Hand (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 210-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers (a winner on second start) and made the perfect start in this sphere with a stylish victory at Newcastle (16.9f, soft) last month. Sure to progress but this is a big ask on just his second outing over timber

Dec22 Nwc 16f Hdl soft 1/11 Leading Force (IRE) 8l

Apr22 Ain 16f NHF gd-sf 7/18 Lookaway (IRE) 16l

Jan22 Exe 16f NHF heavy 1/8 Marty Byrde hd

TFRHHIII BHA-

FORM 23440-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Too lit up in first-time tongue strap when mid-field in Fred Winter here last March and shaped as if needing the run after 10 months off in maiden at Limerick (16f, heavy) on Boxing Day. Unlikely he will be opening his account in this.

Dec22 Lim 16f Hdl sf-hv 5 Foxy Girl (FR) 21l

Mar22 Chl 16f HcpH gd-sf 12/21 Brazil (IRE) 17l

Dec21 Leo 16f Hdl yd-sf 4 Icare Allen (FR) 4l

TFRHHIII BHA122

FORM 6325-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Excelled himself when runner-up in Triumph trial on this card 12 months ago Not at that level in the Adonis a month later and offered little on return in Challow Novices’ Hurdle at Newbury (20.5f, soft) 4 weeks ago Readily passed over.

Dec22

8 PEMBROKE (GB) (39)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Moyliscar

J Harry Skelton

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Jon and Julia Aisbitt

B Mrs Caroline George

6 11-5

S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

9 ROCK MY WAY (IRE) (27)

B g Getaway (GER) - Far Rock (IRE)

J Tom Scudamore

T Syd Hosie, Sherborne

O Syd Hosie

B Rockvale Stud

S Sherborne Utilities Ltd

10 WAR SOLDIER (IRE) (29)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - After Dark (IRE)

J Ryan Mania

T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

11

5 11-5

TFRHHHHH BHA136

FORM 2F1-011

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner on Rules debut last spring and has improved markedly with each of his 3 starts in this sphere, most recently running away with a Ludlow novice (15.8f, soft) in December Looks ready for this step into graded company and he’s a big player.

Dec22 Lud 15f Hdl gd-sf 1/15 Amrons Sage (IRE) 16l

Nov22 Wet 16f Hdl heavy 1/8

Nov22 Chp 16f Hdl gd-sf 7/15

TFRHHHHI BHA-

FORM P3-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who was unconsidered by the market (66/1) but looked a useful prospect nonetheless when runner-up on hurdling debut over C&D on New Year’s Day, pulling miles clear of the remainder Looks sure to improve and would be dangerous to discount.

1Jan Chl 20f Hdl gd-sf 2/13

TFRHHHII BHA124

FORM 310-411

6 11-5

O J.Townson, M.Roche, P.Thompson

B Jack Bennett

S Sandy Thomson Racing

WAY OUT (IRE) (19)

B g Getaway (GER) - Send To War

J Tom Cannon

T Syd Hosie, Sherborne

O Syd Hosie

B Eamonn Bracken

S Sherborne Utilities Ltd

12

BONTTAY (IRE) (54)

B m Westerner - Ben’s Turn (IRE)

J Paddy Brennan

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

6 11-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on hurdles debut promise when landing a Newcastle maiden in November Further progress when following up at Haydock (15.6f, soft) last month and while a good deal more will be needed at this level, he’s not ruled out.

Dec22 Hay 15f Hdl soft 1/11 Matata (IRE) 3/4l

Nov22 Nwc 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/8 Sergeant Wilson (IRE)

Oct22 Wet 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/11 Ukantango

TFRHHIII BHA-

FORM 31-2302

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt and displayed plenty of ability on first 2 starts in bumpers. Showed plenty to work on with a hood fitted when runner-up on hurdling debut at Taunton (19f, soft) earlier this month but work to do in the jumping department.

9Jan Tnt 19f Hdl soft 2/12 Iliko d’Olivate (FR) 6l

Dec22 Wcn 15f NHF gd-sf 10/17 Golden Ace 25l

Nov22 Bgr 16f NHF soft 3/4 Sole Solution (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 111-22 C BF

6 10-12

O Mr C. B Brookes & Fergal O’Brien

B P. Connell

S Dunraven Group of Companies

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Stewards Note:

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner in bumpers, successful first 3 starts, including twice at this track. Shaped as if she’d come on plenty for the experience when runner-up at Lingfield (16f, good to soft) on hurdling debut so she shouldn’t be underestimated for her top yard

Dec22 Lin 16f Hdl gd-sf 2/17 Jane du Berlais 3/

Nov22 Chl 16f NHF good 2/16 Queens Gamble (IRE) 8l

Nov21 Chl 16f NHF good 1/15 Leading Theatre (IRE)

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2022: NORTH LODGE (IRE) 5 11 5 A P Heskin 7-1 (Alan King) 6 ran

MOFASA: Following its run on 26/11/2022 it was reported that the horse lost its left hind shoe

WAY OUT: Following its run on 9/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Pembroke (GB), 4-1 Henri The Second (FR), 8-1 Rock My Way (IRE), 12-1 Can You Call (GB), 18-1 War Soldier (IRE), 20-1 Mofasa (GB), Cruz Control (FR), 25-1 Bonttay (IRE), 33-1 Doctor Brown Bear (IRE), 66-1 Moka de Vassy (FR), 80-1 Way Out (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A potentially very informative novice in which cases can be made for several but PEMBROKE is improving in leaps and bounds so Dan Skelton’s charge gets the verdict to take this step into graded company in his stride He can complete the hat-trick at the expense of Henri The Second, who ran to a useful level when opening his account second time up over timber at Sandown early last month, with once-raced Rock My Way completing the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PEMBROKE

2.HENRI THE SECOND (FR)

3.ROCK MY WAY (IRE)

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NINTH RACE 4.10

THE SSS SUPER ALLOYS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £11925, 2nd £5961, 3rd £2982, 4th £1491, 5th £744, 6th £372

(Penalty Value £15609)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (23 wins from 248 runners, 9%) runs PIKAR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 21 runners, 43%) runs PIKAR

Longest Traveller: NELLS SON trained by N Richards, Greystoke, 230 miles.

1 JASON THE MILITANT (IRE) (118)

B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Rock Angel (IRE) 9 12-0

J Joe Williamson (5) E Tongue Strap

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

O Mr G. Nicholson

B Peter & Martin Michael

S Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

2 CAMPROND (FR) (14)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bernieres (IRE)

J Aidan Coleman

T Philip Hobbs, Minehead

O Mr John P. McManus

B S.A. Franklin Finance

3 MIGHT I (IRE) (70)

B g Fame And Glory - Our Honey (IRE)

J Lorcan Murtagh (3)

T Harry Fry, Corscombe

O Brian & Sandy Lambert

B Cyril O’Hara

S Grosvenor Sport

4

MARTATOR (FR) (56)

B g Martaline - Tornada (FR)

J Charlie Deutsch

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O Camilla Norton

B Mr H. Des Ste Gauburge

S Faucets Limited

5 NELLS SON (GB) (62)

B g Trans Island - Miss Nellie (IRE)

7 11-7

TFRHHHII BHA154

FORM 31U/03-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler for Henry De Bromhead and also bagged a listed race on the Flat in October 2021. Not at his best back hurdling at Tipperary in October but the ground was probably quicker than he cares for (best on soft/heavy). Sold for £50,000 last month.

Oct22 Tip 16f Hdl good 4/5 Jesse Evans (IRE) 22l

Sep22 Cur 14f Stk yield 9/11 Kyprios (IRE) 21l

Jun22 Ros 12f Stk sf-hv 3/8 Beamish (FR) 51/2l

TFRHHHII BHA147

FORM 44-1U4B C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t taken to fences this winter but he’s a really smart hurdler, including a win in a big-field handicap at the Punchestown Festival in April. Brought down early back hurdling at Kempton a fortnight ago

14Jan Kmp 21f HcpH soft B/20 West Balboa (IRE) -

Nov22 Nby 19f Ch good 4/4 Sebastopol (IRE) 34l

Nov22 Exe 19f Ch good U/4 McFabulous (IRE) -

TFRHHHHI BHA142

FORM 5/1232-0 BF

7 11-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved himself a useful hurdler last term, finishing runner-up in 2 1/2m Aintree Grade 1 on his final start. Raced too freely upped to 3m on return and now drops back significantly in trip Remains a potentially smart handicapper

Nov22 Hay 24f HcpH soft 8/13 Botox Has (FR) 23l

Apr22 Ain 20f Hdl gd-sf

TFRHHIII BHA138

FORM 12343-0 D

6 10-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Grade 1s in Auteuil in 2021 for Joel Boisnard but subsequently spent more than a year off the track and he capitulated rather tamely on his British debut at Sandown last month. This run should reveal more but he’s tough to fancy on his latest effort.

TFRHHHII BHA137

FORM 2414-24

8 10-11

J Sean Quinlan E Cheek Pieces

T Nicky Richards, Greystoke

O Langdale Bloodstock

B Langdale Racing & Bloodstock

S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

6 HACKER DES PLACES (FR) (91)

Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Plaisance (FR) 6 10-11

J Angus Cheleda (5)

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Owners Group 068

B Mme Marie-Pierre Lejeune

S Owners Group

7 BARRICHELLO (GB) (25)

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Tambourine Ridge (IRE) 7 10-6

J Peter Kavanagh (5)

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

O Owners Group 066

B E. R. Hanbury

S Owners Group

11l

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and sound start over fences when second in 4-runner novices’ handicap at Ayr (16.5f) in October Seemed to find things happening too quickly when fourth at Carlisle (2m) since and now back hurdling. Cheekpieces go on.

Nov22 Car 15f Ch soft 4/7 Bass Rock (FR) 13l

Oct22 Ayr 16f HcpC gd-sf 2/4 Since Day One (IRE) nk

Apr22 Ain 20f Hdl gd-sf 4/12 Three Stripe Life (IRE) 21l

TFRHHHHI BHA137

FORM 64131-2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season in fine form under this rider, winning at Chepstow and Aintree with a solid third in the Imperial Cup at Sandown in between. Returned with good second at Ascot in October and this likeable sort shouldn’t be ruled out.

Oct22 Asc 15f HcpH good 2/10 Highway One O Two (IRE) 71/2l

Apr22 Ain 16f HcpH gd-sf 1/16 Severance 1l

Mar22 San 15f HcpH soft 3/22 Suprise Package 10

TFRHHHII BHA132

FORM 110-332

/

TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a useful hurdler last term, including a 2m Haydock listed novice success Placed in 3 small-field novice handicap chases this season but this looks more competitive back hurdling.

3Jan Mus 20f HcpC soft 2/5 Notlongtillmay 16l

Nov22 Bgr 20f HcpC heavy 3/5 Harper’s Brook (IRE) 7

Oct22 Utt 15f HcpC good 3/7 Thunder Rock (IRE)

/

8 FRONT VIEW (FR) (721)

Gr g Konig Turf (GER) - Tumavue (FR)

J Richie McLernon

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr John P. McManus

B M. L. Bloodstock Limited

S Wasdell Group

9 TAKEIT EASY (GB) (413)

B g Malinas (GER) - Circus Rose

J Alan Johns

T Pam Sly, Peterborough

O Pam’s People

B Mrs P. Sly

S Pam Sly Racing

10

PIKAR (FR) (28)

B g Masterstroke (USA) - Prairie Scilla (GER)

J Harry Skelton

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Yorton Racing

B Appapays Racing Club

11

8 10-6

TFRHHIII BHA132

FORM 0/531U0/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser in Ireland for Joseph O’Brien but absent for nearly 2 years ahead of this return for a new stable Could only consider if backed.

Feb21 Leo 16f HcpH sf-hv 12/22 Drop The Anchor (IRE) 26l

Jan21 Fai 17f HcpC heavy U Daly Tiger (FR) -

Dec20 Fai 16f Ch sf-hv 1 Port Stanley (IRE) 1l

TFRHHHII BHA130

FORM 1/12124-

8 10-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved again when winning over 2m at Wetherby in October 2021. Creditable efforts in defeat next 2 starts but he’s been off for 13 months.

Dec21 Don 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/9 Tommy’s Oscar (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA129

FORM 2F5-16 BF

6 10-3

S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

PUNCTUATION (GB) (50)

B g Dansili - Key Point (IRE)

12

6 10-3

J Paddy Brennan E Tongue Strap

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Mr Grant Leon

B The Queen

S Bresbet

HYSTERY BERE (FR) (63)

B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Mysteryonthebounty (USA) 6 10-2

J Jordan Nailor (3)

T Tom Symonds, Hentland

O Lady Gibbings

B S.N.C. Regnier & San Gabriel Inv. Inc.

S Gun Dog Gin Ltd

13

FAUTINETTE (FR) (21)

B m Bathyrhon (GER) - Fautina (FR) 5 10-2

J Miss Lucy Turner (5) E Hood

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O DFA Racing (Anderson & Edwards)

B S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian

S Faucets Limited

14

MALAKAHNA (FR) (63)

B m Manduro (GER) - Alakhana (FR)

5 10-2

J Charlie Todd E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

O Macable Partnership

B Wertheimer et Frere

15 LONG STAY (GB)

(86)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Mainstay 8 10-2

J Jack Hogan (5) E Tongue Strap

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Mr Raymond Treacy

B Rachel D. S. Hood

S Bresbet

16 CASTEL GANDOLFO (IRE) (86)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE) 6 10-2

J Mr Tom Broughton (7) E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Mr Nic Brereton

B Yeomanstown Stud

S Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty of promise in three starts last term and comfortably bagged 2m novice hurdle at Chepstow on his return in October Sent off a warm favourite for a competitive 20.5f handicap at Newbury 2 months later but never got involved. Evidently well regarded and return to 2m may help

Nby 20f HcpH soft 6/10

Hay 15f Hdl soft 5/7 Jonbon (FR)

TFRHHHHH BHA129

FORM 5011-11 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Has upped his game since joining Fergal O’Brien and fitted with a tongue tie, making it 4 in a row when seeing off 8 rivals over C&D last month. Well on top at the finish on that occasion so a further 8lb rise may not prevent him going in again.

Dec22 Chl 16f HcpH good 1/9 Too Friendly

Nov22 Utt 19f HcpH soft 1/8 Kings Keeper (IRE)

Mar22 Nby 16f HcpH soft 1/9 Irish Hill (GER)

TFRHHHII BHA126

FORM 3/13P6-4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made only a respectable return to action when 16 lengths fourth at Doncaster in November but the fact he was placed in this race 12 months ago makes him a dangerous one to discount.

Nov22 Don 16f HcpH good 4/6 Filey Bay (IRE) 16l

Apr22 Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf 6/8 East Street (IRE) 29l

Mar22 San 15f HcpH soft P/22 Suprise Package -

TFRHHIII BHA126

FORM 1/11P-P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten all 3 starts over hurdlesin France but has pulled up in an Aintree Grade 1 and Sandown mares’ listed event since joining this stable More realistic chance at this level but can only really be watched for now. Wears a first-time hood.

7Jan San 19f Hdl soft P/5 Love Envoi (IRE) -

Apr22 Ain 16f Hdl gd-sf P/9 Knight Salute -

May21 Vic 16f Hdl - 1 Purprod Boiz (FR) 1l

TFRHHIII BHA125

FORM 24111-0 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive when racking up a hat-trick over hurdles around 2m last spring. Also successful twice on the Flat in the autumn but made a disappointing return to hurdles when remote seventh at Newbury in November Bounce back needed.

Nov22 Nby 20f HcpH good 7/9 Red Risk (FR) 44l

Oct22 Nkt 16f Hcp gd-sf 1/11 Novel Legend (IRE) nk

Sep22 Asc 15f Hcp good 1/5 Gumball (FR) 13/4l

TFRHHIII BHA122

FORM F/121/-23 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/maiden hurdle winner in 2020 and returned from a long absence to finish placed in 2m handicaps at Perth and Newbury in the autumn. Remains unexposed but he is 6lb out of the weights here.

Nov22 Nby 16f HcpH good 3/7 Herbiers (FR)

Sep22 Per 16f HcpH good 2/8 Nayati (FR)

Nov20 Lud 15f Hdl gd-sf 1/16 Kakamora

TFRHHIII BHA118

FORM 2-42445

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over hurdles at around 2m during 2021 and filled runner-up spot on 4 occasions since. Creditable fourth here in October but below-form fifth at Newbury 13 days ago. 10lb out of the handicap so it’s not hard to look elsewhere.

Nov22 Nby 16f HcpH good 5/7 Herbiers (FR) 19l

Oct22 Chl 16f HcpH gd-fm 4/15 Soul Icon 12l

Sep22 Mkt 16f HcpH good 4/12 Mandocello (FR) 5l

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

2022: CORMIER (IRE) 6 11 6 Jonathan Burke 9-2 (Brian Ellison) 12 ran Stewards Note:

MIGHT I: Following its run on 19/11/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

FAUTINETTE: Following its run on 7/1/2023 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly and was p.u.

MALAKAHNA: Following its run on 26/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

LONG STAY: Following its run on 3/11/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Punctuation (GB), 6-1 Might I (IRE), 8-1 Hacker des Places (FR), 9-1 Pikar (FR), 16-1 Nells Son (GB), Barrichello (GB), 20-1 Martator (FR), 22-1 Takeit Easy (GB), Hystery Bere (FR), 25-1 Camprond (FR), Long Stay (GB), 28-1 Jason The Militant (IRE), 33-1 Front View (FR), Fautinette (FR), Malakahna (FR), 40-1 Castel Gandolfo (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A very competitive finale PUNCTUATION keeps on finding more and is taken to defy the handicapper again but there are many possible dangers, headed by Hacker des Places. Might I and Pikar failed to fire when strong in the market last time but remain handicappers with potential and also make the shortlist.

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First Race 11.40 - THE JCB TRIUMPH TRIAL JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(Grade 2) (Registered as the FINESSE) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £45560 to the winning horse The second to receive £17096, the third £8560, the fourth £4264, the fifth £2144 and the sixth £1072 for juvenile four yrs old. Enter by noon, January 23rd and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb JCB has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 award given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £20000 towards the prize money for 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 £250 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 15 entries at £400 - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £34864; Second £14312; Third £7160; Fourth £3576; Fifth £1792; Sixth £896. (Penalty Value £45560) A

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Second Race 12.10 - THE TIMEFORM NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447 for novice five yrs old and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb TIMEFORM has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 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 Timeform. The sponsorship payment of £250 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 novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 24 entries, 2 at £30 and 22 at £150 - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372 (Penalty Value £15609) Weights raised 11lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

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Third Race 12.40 - THE GLENFARCLAS CROSS COUNTRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £18210 to the winning horse The second to receive £8372, the third £4186, the fourth £2093, the fifth £1046 and the sixth £521. for five yrs old and upwards. £175 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £35 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £140 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb GLENFARCLAS has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 award given to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of GLENFARCLAS. The sponsorship payment of £250 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 IT IS A CONDITION OF THIS RACE THAT HORSES WHICH HAVE NOT PREVIOUSLY RUN IN CROSS COUNTRY RACES ARE TO BE SCHOOLED OVER THE COURSE PRIOR TO RUNNING. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 17 entries, 2 at £35 and 15 at £175. - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £13913; Second £6955; Third £3479; Fourth £1740; Fifth £868; Sixth £434. (Penalty Value £18210.50)

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Fourth Race 1.20 - THE ALBERT BARTLETT CLARENCE HOUSE STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £52280 to the winning horse The second to receive £19617, the third £9822, the fourth £4892, the fifth £2460 and the sixth £1230 for five yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating 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 3rd and pay £90 stake, Confirm by noon, January 23rd and pay £360, Supplementary Entry by noon, January 23rd and pay £2250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 10lb Mares allowed 7lb ALBERT BARTLETT has generously sponsored this race and will make a presentation to the winning owner, trainer and jockey, as well as a memento to the winning groom. In addition, a £150 cash prize will be presented to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race The Horserace Betting Levy Board has kindly provided for the inclusion of £16000 towards the prize money for this race The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £16000 towards the prize money for 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 THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will be paraded in the order requested by the managing executive on the day. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 9 entries, 3 at £90, 5 at £450, 1 at £2250 - Closed January 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £40006; Second £16423; Third £8216; Fourth £4103; Fifth £2056; Sixth £1028. (Penalty Value £52280.10) A

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Fifth Race 1.50 - THE PADDY POWER CHELTENHAM COUNTDOWN PODCAST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (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. £500 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, a winner of a steeple chase 5lb Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 award given to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse Paddy Power has generously sponsored 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: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 27 entries, 0 at £100 and 27 at £500 - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43040; Second £17740; Third £8870; Fourth £4440; Fifth £2220; Sixth £1110; Seventh £550; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £56270)

1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10

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Sixth Race 2.25 - THE PADDY POWER COTSWOLD STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (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 and the sixth £1596. for five yrs old and upwards, 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, January 23rd and pay £600 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Weights: 5-y-o 10st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 4lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2021, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 / Premier Handicap steeple chase 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 steeple chase 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Beginners’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Steeple Chases in France) PADDY POWER has kindly sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £150 will be awarded 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 11 entries at £600 - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £51648; Second £21288; Third £10644; Fourth £5328; Fifth £2664; Sixth £1332. (Penalty Value £67524) A

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Seventh Race 3.00 - THE DAHLBURY STALLIONS AT CHAPEL STUD CLEEVE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £39389 to the winning horse The second to receive £14840, the third £7427, the fourth £3710, the fifth £1862, the sixth £931 and the seventh £462. for five yrs old and upwards, 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, January 23rd and pay £350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2021, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 / Premier Handicap hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France) Chapel Stud has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 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 Chapel Stud. 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 10 entries at £350 - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £30128; Second £12418; Third £6209; Fourth £3108; Fifth £1554; Sixth £777; Seventh £385. (Penalty Value £39389) A

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Eighth Race 3.35 - THE BALLYMORE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Registered as the CLASSIC Novices’ Hurdle Race) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £28475 to the winning horse The second to receive £10685, the third £5350, the fourth £2665, the fifth £1340 and the sixth £670. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 23rd and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb BALLYMORE has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 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 BALLYMORE. 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 23 entries at £250 - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £21790; Second £8945; Third £4475; Fourth £2235; Fifth £1120; Sixth £560 (Penalty Value £28475) A SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.

Ninth Race 4.10 - THE SSS SUPER ALLOYS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447 for four yrs old and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 26th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each hurdle race won 5lb SSS SUPER ALLOYS has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 award given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 34 entries, 11 at £30 and 23 at £150 - Closed January 23rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372 (Penalty Value £15609)

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