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THE BRITISH EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualiﬁer) (GBB RACE) for novice four, ﬁve and six yrs old x Total prize fund £14999 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6058, 2nd £3028, 3rd £1515, 4th £757, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7920.97)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): N Henderson (42 wins from 278 runners, 15%) runs KINTAIL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (11 wins from 37 runners, 30%) runs MEATLOAF FANCY THAT: N Henderson won this race in 2019 & 2022. The stable runs KINTAIL today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOLDANTE trained by C Murphy, Ireland.

BEAT THE BAT (IRE) (21)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dani Salamanca (IRE) 5 J Jonathan Burke T Harry Fry, Corscombe O Twelfth Man Partnership 6 B Mr Kevin McCarthy S Omnialegal Ltd, Grosvenor Sport

KINTAIL (GB) (38)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Speed Bonnie Boat J Nico de Boinville T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Lady Dulverton B H. D. J. Daly S Unibet

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2m 179y + 25y due to rail movement

TFRHHHHI BHA125 FORM 210-21

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful bumper winner who conﬁrmed the promise of his hurdling debut when winning 10-runner maiden at Ascot (19.3f, good) 21 days ago, edging ahead again ﬁnal 50 yds. Open to further improvement. 24Nov Asc 19f Hdl good 1/10 Welcom To Cartries (FR) hd 3 31Oct Chp 19f Hdl gd-sf 2/16 Masaccio (IRE) /4l 71l 15Apr Ain 16f NHF gd-sf 16/20Florida Dreams (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 2-11

TIMEFORM VIEW Conﬁrmed debut promise when landing a Warwick bumper in May, despite still looking a shade rough around the edges. Had more in hand than the margin implies when following up on hurdle bow there (19f, heavy) last month and there’s better to come. 7Nov War 19f Hdl soft 1/13 Clondaw Royale (IRE) 11/2l 11/2l 13May War 16f NHF gd-sf 1/10 Rock House (IRE) 16Apr Wcn 15f NHF gd-sf 2/5 Horaces Pearl (FR) 2l

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FORM 1251-1 Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Jane (GER) 4 11-6 TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who overcame greenness to J Harry Cobden make a successful debut over hurdles in 9-runner novice at T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Wincanton (15.2f) 34 days ago. Sure to progress. O The Stewart Family,SirA.Ferguson & G.Mason B G. Garcon, J. Garcon & I. Garcon 3l 11Nov Wcn 15f Hdl gd-sf 1/9 Lily Luna (IRE) 11/2l 16Apr Wcn 15f NHF gd-sf 1/6 Classic King (IRE) S Morson Group 71/2l 11Feb Nby 16f NHF good 5/8 Aslukgoes B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Dantes Firth (IRE) 5 11-6 J E. Walsh (3) E Tongue Strap T Ciaran Murphy, Ireland O P. McCormack/D. P. McCormack/Sarah Glynn B Mr P. McCormack

ASCENSION DAY (IRE) (183)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Toulon Breeze (IRE) 6 J Danny McMenamin T Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh O Bourton Racing B Eric Barrett S Tote

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TFRHHIII BHAFORM FP0/-r

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in 3 starts between the ﬂags but looked all set to record a big-priced debut win under Rules onlyto career off the course late on at Worcester 6 months ago. Others preferred in a stronger race. 15Jun Wor 16f Hdl

HOW AND EVER (IRE) (45)

B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Whowhatwherewhen (IRE) 5 11-0 J Gavin Sheehan E Tongue Strap T Oliver Signy, Lambourn O The Waterberry Partnership B Neil R. Tector S Oliver Signy Racing Llp

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in bumpers and made a successful debut over hurdles in 12-runner maiden at Tramore (16.2f, soft) 17 days ago, leading near ﬁnish. Tongue strap on for 1st time and more required to follow up in a better race. 28Nov Tmr 16f Hdl soft 1 Jolie Coeur Allen (FR) 1/2l Tommy Time (IRE) 20l 20Apr Kil 15f Stk gd-yd 5 No Time To Wait (IRE) 15l 24Jan Dow 17f Stk soft 2

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 2-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for £17,000 after ﬁnishing runner-up on his sole start in Irish points but showed only a bit of promise tongue tied when sixth of 16 in a Chepstow bumper on Rules bow in October. 31Oct Chp 16f NHF gd-sf 6/16 Captain Bellamy

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B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Kings Sister (IRE) 5 11-0 J David Noonan E Tongue Strap T David Pipe, Wellington O Prof. Caroline Tisdall and Bryan Drew B Thomas Mulhern S W & S Recycling

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TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who left his hurdling debut form behind reﬁtted with a tongue strap when third in 8-runner novice at Lingﬁeld (2m) 24 days ago. Needs a lot more in much stronger company here, though. 21Nov Lin 16f Hdl gd-sf 3/8 Colours On Canvas (FR)51/4l 35l 4Nov Asc 15f Hdl soft 9/12 Jango Baie (FR) 3Feb Chp 16f NHF gd-sf B/14 Beachcomber (FR) 14

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B g Kingston Hill - Albemarle J Sean Bowen T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham O Mrs Louise Jones B Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd S Fbc Manby Bowdler

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 130-25 BF

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TIMEFORM VIEW Looked above average when a bumper for Roger Varian (subsequently sold £60,000) on debut last year but has run a long way below that level both starts over hurdles. 13Nov Fkn 9Oct Str 15Apr Ain

SPIRITS BAY (GB) (33)

TIMEFORM VIEW A useful bumper winner who made a promising start over hurdles when second in a 2m Sandown maiden last month. That performance is backed up by the timeﬁgure and he should improve. 12Nov San 15f Hdl soft 2/9 Southoftheborder (IRE) 21/2l 24Mar Her 16f NHF gd-sf 1/6 Heros de Romay (FR) 91/2l 3Feb Chp 16f NHF gd-sf 3/14 Beachcomber (FR) 21l

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11 BRENDAS ASKING (IRE) (270) B m Ask - Lost It (IRE) 5 J David Bass T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham O Dr David Carey (Not The Turf Club) B Mr Conor Hayes S Templar Medical

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole outing in Irish points looked a good prospect when winning all 3 starts in bumpers, including Grade 2 in decisive fashion at Aintree in April. Kept unbeaten record intact when making a successful start over hurdles at Huntingdon last month and should make considerable progress. 14Nov Hun 15f Hdl good 1/10 Parkin Fine 71/2l 13Apr Ain 16f NHF gd-sf 1/20 Golden Ace 9l 7Feb Mkt 16f NHF gd-sf 1/8 Queens Gamble (IRE) 1l

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TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points and made a sound start to her Rules career when third of 16 in a bumper at Huntingdon (2m, good to soft) in February. However, ran below that form at Southwell the following month and looks up against it on hurdle bow. 20Mar Swl 15f NHF soft 5/13 She’s A Fine Wine (IRE) 18l 9Feb Hun 15f NHF good 3/16 Rosalys (IRE) 3l

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FORM F21-43 CD Ch m Jet Away - Miss Superior (IRE) 5 10-7 TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. J Non Runner R NE T Philip Kirby, Richmond UN R O North South Flyers Syndicate N NO B Mr Jamie Reck 18Nov Chl 16f NHF soft 3/15 Baby Kate (IRE) 73/4l S Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing, Hudson Foster Insurance Brokers 11Oct Seg 16f NHF good 4/8 Listentoyourheart (IRE) 16l 20Apr Chl 16f NHF good 1/15 Mighty Moth (IRE) 91/2l DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: ATTACCA (IRE) 4 11 6 Nico de Boinville 5-1 (Nicky Henderson) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Stewards Note: SHINJI: Following its run on 13/11/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference late-on. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Dysart Enos (IRE), 9-2 Beat The Bat (IRE), 11-2 Meatloaf (FR), 6-1 Kintail (GB), 8-1 Spirits Bay (GB), 16-1 Soldante (IRE), 40-1 Royal Defender (IRE), 50-1 Ascension Day (IRE), Shinji (IRE), 80-1 How And Ever (IRE), Brendas Asking (IRE) A good race that will likely be form to follow. DYSART ENOS maintained her unbeaten record without much difficulty on her Huntingdon hurdle debut last month and has scope for considerable progress based on her strong bumper form, so she’s taken to extend her PLAY SMARTER winning sequence to 5 under Rules. Spirits Bay ﬁnished his race off well at Sandown and is a likely improver, while Kintail and Beat The Bat are others to take seriously. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DYSART ENOS (IRE) 2.SPIRITS BAY 3.KINTAIL

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THE CHELTENHAM & SOUTH-WEST RACING CLUB NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £40000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £15900, 2nd £7948, 3rd £3976, 4th £1988, 5th £992, 6th £496. (Penalty Value £20812)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): P Nicholls (23 wins from 241 runners, 10%) runs GINNY’S DESTINY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (11 wins from 37 runners, 30%) runs GINNY’S DESTINY LONGEST TRAVELLER: BLUE HOP trained by B Brookhouse, Newmarket, 129 miles.

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FORM 111F-31 D Gr g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - LadyWagtail (IRE) 6 11-12 TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 of his 4 completed starts over hurdles last J Harry Skelton term, including a Grade 2 at Warwick, and surpassed even his very useful T Dan Skelton, Alcester hurdling form when impressively off the mark second time over fences at O Mr Robert Kirkland Haydock (21.6f, good to soft) just under 3 weeks ago. Better still to come. B Grange Stud 25Nov Hay 21f Ch soft 1/5 Gaillard du Mesnil (FR) 91/2l S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) 10Nov Exe 24f Ch gd-sf 3/5 Stay Away Fay (IRE) 23/4l 14Apr Ain 24f Hdl soft F/15 Apple Away (IRE) B g Yeats (IRE) - Dantes Term (IRE) J Harry Cobden T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Gordon & Su Hall B Mrs Caroline O’Driscoll S Morson Group

TRELAWNE (GB) (40)

B g Geordieland (FR) - Black Collar J David Bass T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham O The Real Partnership B Mrs S. Steer-Fowler S Electrotec Solutions LTD

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Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Selenography J Tom Cannon T Alan King, Barbury Castle O McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale B Miss K. Rausing S Ultima Business Solutions

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TFRHHHHI BHA143 FORM 13/11-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3-4 over hurdles when seeing off 12 rivals in 23.3f Uttoxeter handicap in March. Immediately improved on his hurdles form as he made a successful debut over fences after 8 months off at Carlisle (20f, soft) last month and he’s sure to have more to offer in this sphere. 5Nov Car 19f HcpC soft 1/5 Blue Fin (IRE) 31/2l 3l 18Mar Utt 23f HcpH soft 1/13 Lord Snootie (IRE) Nov22 Fls 21f HcpH soft 1/5 Franco d’Aunou (FR) 21/2l

TFRHHIII BHA138 FORM 0/0054-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap hurdler and similar form at staying trips on the Flat. Offthe bridle before his rivals but responded well to make a successful debut over fences at Wincanton (15.7f, soft) just over 3 weeks ago but is likely to come up short in this ﬁeld. 23Nov Wcn 15f HcpC soft 1/4 Beau Balko (FR) 43/4l 14l 14Oct Nkt 18f Hcp soft 13/31 The Shunter (IRE) 9Sep Hay 14f Hcp good 4/14 Post Impressionist (IRE) 8l

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B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Afaraka (IRE) 6 11-4 J Jack Quinlan E Tongue Strap T B F Brookhouse, Newmarket O Mr R. S. Brookhouse B Paddy Kennedy S Tote

TFRHHHII BHA141 FORM 4123-01 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper scorer who quickly made up into a useful winning hurdler last term for Tom Lacey. Proved a different proposition to on his chasing debut when making all at this course (20.2f, soft) last month (had Crebilly just behind going well when departing) and he’s open to further improvement. 19Nov Chl 20f HcpC soft 1/7 Es Perfecto (IRE) 10l 29l 27Oct Chl 19f HcpC good 7/9 Idalko Bihoue (FR) 64l 9Feb Hun 19f Hdl good 3/4 Marble Sands (FR)

CREBILLY (IRE) (26)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Blueberry Bramble (IRE) J Jonjo O’Neill Jr. T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham O Mr John P. McManus B J. F. Mernagh S Wasdell Group

TFRHHIII BHAh115 FORM 15/10-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner for Tom George who made a successful start over hurdles after 13 months offAyr maiden (19.5f) in February. Soundly beaten but showed upwell fora longwayinthe face ofa much stiffertask here 8 months ago but this a tough ask on return/chase debut (had wind op). 19Apr Chl 20f Hdl good 7/9 The Friday Man 29l 3 27Feb Ayr 19f Hdl gd-sf 1/12 Saladam (FR) /4l 101/2l Feb22 Chp 16f NHF soft 5/10 Sporting Ace (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA139 FORM 12261-F BF

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TIMEFORMVIEW Enjoyed a positive season overhurdles lastterm, signing off with a career-best victory in 8-runner handicap at Sandown (19.8f, good to soft). Shaped most encouragingly before departing 2 out on return/chase debut last month and looks sure to be involved with a clean round. 19Nov Chl 20f HcpC soft F/7 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE) 43/4l 29Apr San 19f HcpH soft 1/8 Bourbali (FR) 11Mar San 19f HcpH heavy 6/16 Crambo 11l DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022:MEETING ABANDONED Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 5. Stewards Note: Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Trelawne (GB), 7-2 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE), Crebilly (IRE), 4-1 Grey Dawning (IRE), 17-2 Tritonic (GB), 25-1 Blue Hop (IRE)

A cracking contest in store with persuasive cases able to be made for most but preference is for GREY DAWNING, who could hardly have been more impressive at Haydock last month and Dan Skelton’s 6-y-o looks as though he’s going to be one of the premier British-trained novice chasers PLAY SMARTER this season. Crebilly looked a signiﬁcant threat to Ginny’s Destiny when departing late on here last month, so he may emerge as the main threat, with Trelawne rounding off the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GREY DAWNING (IRE) 2.CREBILLY (IRE) 3.TRELAWNE

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THE CATESBY ESTATES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): N Henderson (42 wins from 278 runners, 15%) runs DODDIETHEGREAT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (11 wins from 37 runners, 30%) runs PANJARI LONGEST TRAVELLER: THECOMPANYSERGEANT trained by D G Hogan, Ireland.

THECOMPANYSERGEANT (GB) (33)

DODDIETHEGREAT (IRE) (21)

B g Fame And Glory - Asturienne J Nico de Boinville T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Mr K. Alexander B Mr Kenneth Alexander

2m 179y + 25y due to rail movement

TFRHHHHI BHA125 FORM 352-14

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped encouragingly in 2 bumpers for Declan Queally in Ireland in the spring. Built on that promise when making a successful hurdle/stable debut at Uttoxeter in September and better form when fourth in Grade 2 novice here 38 days later. Interesting making a quick switch to handicaps. 27Oct Chl 16f Hdl good 4/8 Lookaway (IRE) 53/4l 12l 19Sep Utt 15f Hdl gd-sf 1/11 Olivers Travels (IRE) Angelo Dundee (IRE) 11/4l 25Apr Pun 16f Stk yd-sf 2

B g KayfTara - Whoops A Daisy 7 11-5 J Sean Bowen E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote O Mrs Barbara Hester B N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston S Motaclan

LEBOWSKI (IRE) (63)

S Sponsor E Equipment

TIMEFORMVIEW Made light of a 2-year absence when extending his unbeaten record under Rules to 4 in small-ﬁeld Ascot conditions race (2m, good) 3 weeks ago. This bigger-ﬁeld scenario asks a different question but he has lots of potential. 24Nov Asc 15f Hdl good 1/4 Junkanoo 2l 22l Nov21 Kmp 21f Hdl good 1/5 Pontresina (IRE) 41/2l Mar21 Hun 15f NHF gd-sf 1/10 Kalmoor (IRE)

4 GO DANTE (GB) (26)

B Breeder

TFRHHHHI BHA131 FORM 11/1/-1

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WILLIETHEBUILDER (IRE) (49)

KALEB (IRE) (33)

O Owner

T Trainer

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdler winner. Useful form when fourth of 17 in a Listowel Listed handicap in September but in nothing like the same form when down the ﬁeld in a similar race at Naas last month. A smart effort will be needed under top weight here. 12Nov Naa 19f HcpH soft 12/19 Espanito Bello (FR) 30l 61/2l 22Sep Lis 16f HcpH yd-sf 4/17 Man O Work (IRE) 25Aug Kil 19f Hdl good 1 Baltic Bird 21/4l

B g Arcadio (GER) - Crippled Cougar (IRE) 4 11-5 J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Mrs Susan Carsberg B Arctic Tack Stud S Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd

J Jockey

TFRHHIII BHA134 FORM 12-P140 BF

B g KayfTara - Shuil Gealach (IRE) 6 12-0 J Donagh Meyler T Denis G. Hogan, Ireland O Mr Martin Cooney B Paul Webber & Overbury Stallions Ltd

1.15

TFRHHHII BHA125 FORM 4/5410-6 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced 7-y-o who shaped as if retaining all his abilitywhen sixth of 15 in the Greatwood here on his reappearance after wind surgery. Claims if he can build on that. 19Nov Chl 16f HcpH soft 14Apr Ain 16f HcpH soft 21Mar Wet 16f HcpH soft

6/15 Iberico Lord (FR) 8/20 Punctuation 1/6 McGowan’s Pass

15l 23l 1 3 /2l

TFRHHHII BHA124

FORM 2U00-22 B g Sir Percy - Kalane (IRE) 5 11-4 TIMEFORM VIEW Novice season tailed off quite badly but right back J Jack Quinlan on song when runner-up in 2m handicaps at Plumpton and Sandown T Amy Murphy, Newmarket this season. Ought to be competitive again. O Racing To Proﬁt Syndicate & Partner B Paul Murphy 31/4l 12Nov San 15f HcpH soft 2/10 Arqoob (IRE) S CLASS1PERSONNEL, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd 23Oct Plm 15f HcpH gd-sf 2/9 Small Bad Bob (IRE) 33/4l 9Apr Plm 20f HcpH good 7/9 Bashers Reﬂection 26l B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Castle Supreme (IRE) J Patrick Wadge (3) T Lucinda Russell, Kinross O Mr Mark Dunphy B Mr P. A. Hughes S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TFRHHIII BHA122 FORM 0/10P5-5 BF

11-2

E Tongue Strap

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time hurdle winner for Michael Scudamore but below par since Wetherby win last December, including on Chepstow reappearance in October (ﬁrst start for Lucinda Russell). Tongue strap back on. Engaged 1,40 Newcastle Thursday. 13Oct Chp 16f HcpH heavy 5/12 Chance A Tune (FR) 22l 15l 18Mar Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 5/8 Stainsby Girl 4Mar Kel 16f HcpH gd-sf P/16 Benson

GINGER MAIL (FR) (41)

Gr g Sinndar (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR) 7 11-2 J Danny McMenamin E Visor T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston O Mrs David Coltman & Mrs J Douglas Miller B Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TFRHHIII BHA122 FORM 3522P-2 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent type who would have made a winning reappearance at Ayr last month but for a mistake at the last, going down by only a neck. First-time visor replaces cheekpieces. 4Nov Ayr 28Apr Per 11Mar Ayr

16f HcpH gd-sf 2/10 Park Annonciade (FR) 16f HcpH soft P/6 Inferno Sacree (FR) 16f HcpH good 2/7 Traprain Law (FR)

nk /2l

8 SKYTASTIC (FR) (28)

TFRHHIII BHA121 FORM 10/4P4-0 D

B g Way of Light (USA) - Verzasca (IRE) 7 11-1 J Ben Jones T Ben Pauling, Naunton O Presumption in Favour Partnership B Mme Atoinette Tamagni-Bodmer et al S Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked useful when winning ﬁrst 4 starts (2 bumpers, 2 hurdles) but lost his way for Sam Thomas subsequently and well held in course handicap on last month’s return for a new stable. 17Nov Chl 21f HcpH gd-sf 16/20American Sniper (IRE) 40l 29Mar Mkt 19f HcpC soft 4/5 Grandads Cottage (IRE)20l 10Jan Don 20f HcpC gd-sf P/5 Bold Endeavour -

IN THIS WORLD (FR) (18)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Maia Royale (FR) 5 11-0 J Tristan Durrell (5) T Dan Skelton, Alcester O In This World Syndicate B Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TFRHHIII BHA120 FORM 1/3P-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked promising when winning on Flat and over hurdles in 2021 but seen the track only 3 times since. Might be sharper for last month’s Kempton reappearance but Williethebuilder looks the stronger of the yard’s pair. 27Nov Kmp 16f HcpH gd-sf 6/10 Brookie (IRE) 19l 24Apr Kmp 21f HcpH gd-sf P/8 Stoner’s Choice 13Mar Str 16f HcpH gd-sf 3/8 Bubble Dubi (FR) 36l

10 JAGWAR (FR) (47)

TFRIIIII BHA119

FORM 2-2 B g Karaktar (IRE) - Quizas Jolie olie (FR) 4 10-13 TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. J Non Runner E Tongue Strap ER T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas NN U R O Mr John P. McManus NB Jacques Cypres and Laurent CouetilNO 29Oct Ain 20f Hdl gd-sf 2/11 Inthewaterside (FR) S Swansway Oct22 Aut 18f Hdl heavy 2 Secret d’Etat (FR)

B g Camelot - Path Wind (FR) J Harry Cobden T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Neil Smith & Alﬁe Smith B Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof S Morson Group

12 DONNACHA (IRE) (28)

Br g Jet Away - Archdale Ambush (IRE) J David Noonan T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton O Mrs Marilyn Jane Martin B Arctic Tack Stud & M. O’Leary S Junction 24 Ltd

10-11

TFRHHHHH BHA117 FORM 521

10-11

TFRHHHHI BHA117 FORM 3343-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) in Germany and has E Hood improved with each start in novice hurdles this autumn, winning at Taunton (16.5f) last month. In top hands and that Flat ability provides plenty of scope for further progress now handicapping. 16Nov Tnt 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/10 Breaking Cover (IRE) 51/2l 1 29Oct Wcn 15f Hdl soft 2/15 Lowry’s Bar (IRE) /2l 13Oct Chp 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/12 Donnacha (IRE) 22l

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in bumpers and going the right way over hurdles, making it third time lucky when shading tight ﬁnish in 2m Chepstow novice on reappearance. Good start to his handicap career when second of 17 here last month. On the shortlist. 17Nov Chl 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/17 Impose Toi (FR) 21/4l 13Oct Chp 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/12 Artistic Endeavour nk 10Feb Bgr 16f Hdl gd-sf 3/12 Crambo 53/4l

13 MR MACKAY (IRE) (28)

TFRHHHHI BHA113 FORM 35-3154

Ch g Mount Nelson - Soeur Gael (IRE) 4 10-7 J James Turner (7) T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham O Mr M. Stavrou B Philip Heskin S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW In-the-frame on 3 of his 4 starts in bumpers and conﬁrmed reappearance/hurdle debut promise when landing 6-runner Huntingdon maiden (19.5f). Improved on handicap bow when fourth of 17 here 4 weeks ago. Needs considering. 17Nov Chl 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/17 Impose Toi (FR) 8l 28Oct Chl 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/7 Blueking d’Oroux (FR) 18l 10Oct Hun 19f Hdl good 1/6 School Days Over (IRE)31/2l

14 WONDERFUL EAGLE (GER) (27)

Ch g Adlerﬂug (GER) - Wonderful Filly (GER) 4 10-6 J Micheal Nolan E Cheek Pieces T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead O Damree Developments Ltd B Gestut Gorlsdorf S Philip Hobbs Racing

TFRHHHII BHA112 FORM 1134

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner in Germany. Kicked off his hurdle career with maiden/novice wins at Newton Abbot at the end of summer and has shown better form in defeat in handicap company since, ﬁnishing fourth of 9 over 21f here on latest. Down in trip with cheekpieces back on. 18Nov Chl 21f HcpH soft 4/9 Springwell Bay 33/4l 21Oct Ntn 21f HcpH heavy 3/8 Little Else 41/2l 22Sep Ntn 21f Hdl heavy 1/5 Chankaya 21/2l

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: PUNCTUATION 5 10 12 Paddy Brennan 9-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 9 ran Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 14. Stewards Note: Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Doddiethegreat (IRE), 11-2 Williethebuilder (IRE), 13-2 Panjari (IRE), 7-1 Donnacha (IRE), 9-1 Go Dante (GB), 16-1 Kaleb (IRE), 18-1 Lebowski (IRE), 20-1 Mr Mackay (IRE), 22-1 Ginger Mail (FR), 25-1 Thecompanysergeant (GB), In This World (FR), Wonderful Eagle (GER), 100-1 Skytastic (FR) A cracking handicap in which it may pay to focus on the least exposed runners. PANJARI could be underestimated by an opening hurdle mark of 117 judged on Flat ability and gets the nod for Paul Nicholls. The promising Doddiethegreat seems PLAY SMARTER unlikely to give up his unbeaten record without a ﬁght and is second choice ahead of Williethebuilder and Donnacha. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PANJARI (IRE) 2.DODDIETHEGREAT (IRE) 3.WILLIETHEBUILDER (IRE)

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): D Skelton (23 wins from 248 runners, 9%) runs WALK IN CLOVER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs I AM GONNA BE LONGEST TRAVELLER: LA MALMASON trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.

LA MALMASON (IRE) (35)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sparky May J Keith Donoghue T Gavin Cromwell, Ireland O Alymer Stud Ltd B Ruxley Holdings Ltd

HAPPY D’EX (FR) (187)

Gr m Saddler Maker (IRE) - Soiree d’Ex (FR) J Sean Houlihan T Sheila Lewis, Brecon O Mr Graham Wilson B S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee

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ROYALE MARGAUX (FR) (48)

Ch m Doctor Dino (FR) - Royale Cazoumaille (FR) J Ben Poste T Tom Symonds, Hentland O DahlBury Racing B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Sagara S Gun Dog Gin Ltd

S Sponsor E Equipment

2m 4f 127y + 38y due to rail movement

TFRHHHHI BHA126 FORM 520-0U3

TIMEFORMVIEW Hurdleswinneron debut last Novemberand shapedwellwhen third to Found A Fifty in a Down Royal maiden chase (19.6f, soft) last month, on just herthird start inthis sphere.That form looks strong (winnerhas since ﬁnished second in a Grade 1) and improvement likely now pitched into a handicap. 10Nov Dow 19f Ch soft 3 Found A Fifty (IRE) 10l 22Oct Lim 19f Ch soft U Quilixios 7Oct Fai 21f Ch soft 7 Flanking Maneuver (IRE) 19l

TFRHIIII BHA124 FORM 2322-6P

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles scorer and initially looked like a winner-in-waiting over fences last season. However, she ran no sort of a race at Perth when last seen in June and is opposable starting out for new yard here. 11Jun Per 20f HcpC gd-sf P/5 Cedar Hill (IRE) 14May Kny 20f Ch gd-yd 6 Hauturiere (FR) 28l 21Apr Kil 19f Ch gd-yd 2 Elle Perfecta (IRE) 31/2l

TFRHHHII BHA123 FORM 55P42-0

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TFRHHHII BHA122 FORM 1-423F3 CD

EUREKA CREEK (IRE) (24)

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TIMEFORM VIEW Improved during the spring, winner of a competitive C&D mares’ handicap and another over 3m at Southwell within the space of 8 days. Hasn’t done much wrong since, most recently ﬁnishing third of 11 back here (2m, good to soft) last month, and she has to enter calculations. 17Nov Chl 15f HcpC gd-sf 3/11 Triple Trade 3l 27Oct Chl 15f Ch good F/4 My Mate Mozzie (IRE) 14Oct Chp 19f HcpC soft 3/5 Al Dancer (FR) 11l

TFRHHIII BHA121 FORM 5/163-03

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful Irish pointer/hurdler who made an impressive winning start to life over fences in 3-runner handicap at Uttoxeter last November. Best effort since when third upped to 23.5f at Lingﬁeld last month but will need to improve on that if she’s to regain the winning thread here. 21Nov Lin 23f HcpC gd-sf 3/5 Git Maker (FR) 43/4l 31Oct Chp 19f HcpC gd-sf 8/11 The King of Ryhope 26l 10Feb Bgr 20f HcpC gd-sf 3/5 Fable (FR) 16l

GAME ON FOR GLORY (IRE) (23)

B m Fame And Glory - Jeunopse (IRE) 7 11-8 J Tom Cannon E Cheek Pieces T Lucy Wadham, Newmarket O Mr James Summers B Miss N. Carberry S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

B Breeder

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time hurdles/dual chase winner in France for David Cottin E Tongue Strap and posted best effort on these shores when second in 6-runner mares’ handicap chase here (16.3f, good) in April. Safely held on return in October (since undergone another wind op) but likely to strip ﬁtter now and couldn’t rule out. 28Oct Chl 15f HcpC good 8/11 Dancing On My Own (IRE) 26l 20Apr Chl 16f HcpC good 2/6 Pink Legend 21/4l 2Apr Asc 16f HcpC gd-sf 4/9 Black Gerry (IRE) 83/4l

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bridgequarter Girl (IRE) J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O The Blind Squirrels B Kevin Neville S Tote

B m Jet Away - Copper River (IRE) J Joe Anderson (5) T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough O Sailing to Byzantium B T. Nolan & K. Leavy S Hatherden Horse Transport

O Owner

T Trainer

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4 WALK IN CLOVER (IRE) (28)

J Jockey

TFRHHHII BHA119 FORM 1124/-42

TIMEFORM VIEW Solid form in bumpers scored over hurdles at Lingﬁeld in December 2021. Understandably needed the run at Wetherby (ﬁrst appearance for 2 years), then showed plenty of ability remains when runner-up on chase debut at Warwick (2 1/2m, heavy). Engaged 2.30 Warwick Thursday. 22Nov War 20f HcpC soft 2/9 Marsh Wren 13/4l 4Nov Wet 16f Hdl soft 4/6 You Wear It Well 28l Jan22 Lin 16f Hdl heavy 4/7 Love Envoi (IRE) 34l

LILITH (IRE) (32)

B m Stowaway - Flirthing Around (IRE) 8 11-7 J Rex Dingle E Blinkers, Tongue Strap T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster O Decimus Racing VI B Tommy Newton S Geegeez.co.uk

TFRHHIII BHA118 FORM 33133-6 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Put in a good round of jumping when scoring at Carlisle (21f, good to soft) in February but she was nowhere near as sure-footed when well held on return at Kempton last month. Opposable. 13Nov Kmp 20f HcpC good 6/8 Mulberry Hill (IRE) 28l 27Apr Pun 21f HcpC gd-yd 3/12 Indie Belle (IRE) 19l 21Mar Mkt 21f HcpC soft 3/4 Hawthorn Cottage (IRE) 20l

8 MAD ABOUT SALLY (IRE) (21) B or Br m Califet (FR) - Lou’s Coole Girl (IRE) J Ben Jones T Oliver Signy, Lambourn O Oliver Signy Racing Club B Louis G. Vambeck S Oliver Signy Racing Llp

PETTICOAT LUCY (IRE) (32)

B m Fame And Glory - Matties Isle (IRE) 7 J Lorcan Williams T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton O Mr I F Gosden and Mr DJ Coles B Miss Margo Murphy S Brendon Powerwashers

TFRHHHII BHA115 FORM 1P136-1

11-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with a couple of rather indifferent performances following Fontwell chase debut success but ﬁrmly back on track with a decisive reappearance display at Chepstow (23.6f, soft). Now 9lb higher in a tougher race but will be a threat if able to build on that. 24Nov Chp 23f HcpC soft 1/5 Lazy Sunday 11l 22l 6Apr Wet 24f HcpC gd-sf 6/15 Silver In Disguise 5l 17Mar Fkn 24f HcpC gd-sf 3/5 Brandisova (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA113 FORM 433-110 D

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TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who showed improved form under a change oftactics to make a winning start over fences at Newton Abbot in May. Made it 2-2 in this sphere with another good round of jumping on return at Exeter (19.2f, soft) but followed that with a disappointing effort at Kempton. 13Nov Kmp 20f HcpC good 7/8 Mulberry Hill (IRE) 30l 2l 24Oct Exe 19f HcpC gd-sf 1/6 Maninsane (IRE) 17May Ntn 20f HcpC good 1/7 Across The Line (IRE) 61/2l

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TFRHHHII BHA112 FORM 2124P-2

B m BarelyA Moment (AUS) - Janet Lindup 6 11-1 J Patrick Wadge (3) E Tongue Strap T Lucinda Russell, Kinross O Mr Mark Dunphy B Mark Molloy & T. Westropp Bennett S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

11 MALAITA (GB) (23)

B m Malinas (GER) - Aimela (FR) J Charlie Deutsch T Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth O Four Gents B Mr D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper/hurdles winner for Michael Scudamore and made a promising start for her new stable when runner-up in a ﬁrst-time tongue strap (retained) on chase debut at Ayr (20.5f, good). Open to improvement in this sphere and one to consider for in-form yard. 4Nov Ayr 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/12 Everyday Champagne (IRE) 2l 25Mar Nby 20f HcpH soft P/15 Ilovethenightlife 15l 3Mar Don 19f Hdl good 4/6 Ilovethenightlife

TFRHHHHH BHA111 FORM 411-224 C

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TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who improved when bagging mares’ handicap hurdles at Carlisle and here last term. Has made a positive start to life over fences, second at Ludlow before ﬁnishing fourth on ground that was probably too testing for her at Warwick (2 1/2m, heavy). Bold show anticipated. 22Nov War 20f HcpC soft 4/9 Marsh Wren 21/4l 7l 26Oct Lud 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/8 La Renommee (FR) 11/2l 19May Ain 20f HcpH good 2/6 Latino Fling (IRE)

Br m Protektor (GER) - Amicus J Jonathan Burke T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth O Mr Allan Stennett B Mr John Nye S Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TFRHHIII BHA110 FORM 10214-3 D

6 10-13

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who scored with any amount in hand in a weak mares’ maiden hurdle at Wetherby in March. Fair third on return/chase debut at Ludlow (2 1/2m, soft) but she was 6 1/2 lengths adrift of Malaita on that occasion, so improvement is needed. 26Oct Lud 20f HcpC gd-sf 3/8 La Renommee (FR) 13l 13l 22Apr Bgr 23f Hdl good 4/8 No But I Will 12l 31Mar Wet 21f Hdl soft 1/8 Bridget Breeze (FR)

13 BRIANNA ROSE (IRE) (29)

TFRHIIII BHA105 FORM 334-12P

Ch m Ocovango - Coco Milan (IRE) 6 10-8 J Sean Bowen E Cheek Pieces T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham O Mr M. Baker B R. Lynch S Fbc Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent hurdler who has taken well to chasing, scoring in a match at Uttoxeter before runner-up in handicap at Newton Abbot (25.8f, good to soft) in July. However, tame effort back from a break at Market Rasen and now tried in cheekpieces. 16Nov Mkt 23f HcpC gd-sf P/9 Picks Lad 23Jul Ntn 25f HcpC good 2/5 Honey I’m Good (IRE) 91/2l 47l 28May Utt 24f HcpC good 1/2 Judge Earle (IRE)

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: DAME DU SOIR (FR) 9 10 0 Lilly Pinchin 8-1 (David Bridgwater) 10 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 10. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note: HAPPY D’EX: Following its run on 11/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. PETTICOAT LUCY: Following its run on 13/11/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 La Malmason (IRE), 13-2 Walk In Clover (IRE), 7-1 Mad About Sally (IRE), 17-2 Royale Margaux (FR), 10-1 I Am Gonna Be (IRE), 11-1 Game On For Glory (IRE), 12-1 Malaita (GB), 14-1 Petticoat Lucy (IRE), 16-1 Eureka Creek (IRE), 25-1 Lilith (IRE), 28-1 Pougne Aminta (FR), 33-1 Happy d’Ex (FR), 40-1 Brianna Rose (IRE) This looks very competitive, with several appealing candidates on show. MALAITA wasn’t beaten far on ground that was probably slower than ideal at Warwick last time and she could take some catching back here (winner over hurdles on sole previous visit to this course) with underfoot conditions likely to be more PLAY SMARTER favourable. Irish raider La Malmason looks a big threat on her handicap debut in this sphere, while Royale Margaux and Walk In Clover are others to consider, along with I Am Gonna Be. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MALAITA 2.LA MALMASON (IRE) 3.ROYALE MARGAUX (FR)

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): D Skelton (23 wins from 248 runners, 9%) runs GO STEADY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 46 runners, 15%) runs GO STEADY LONGEST TRAVELLER: UP HELLY AA KING trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 379 miles.

CEPAGE (FR) (23)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Sience Fiction (FR) J Charlie Deutsch T Venetia Williams, Hereford O The Bellamy Partnership B Mr Herve d’Armaille S Faucets Limited

TFRHHHII BHA145 FORM P2022-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Can throw in the odd poor performance but he’s smart when on-song and produced 3 good runner-up efforts last season. Respectable return at Sandown but drop back in trip not ideal. 12Nov San 24f HcpC gd-sf 5/6 Good Boy Bobby (IRE) 11l 3 19Apr Chl 26f HcpC good 2/11 Captain Cattistock /4l 19Mar Car 24f HcpC heavy 2/6 Uncle Alastair 33/4l

TFRHHHII BHA137 FORM 144/0/0-4 CD

11-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser at best but hasn’t stood much E Cheek Pieces racing in recent years and well held at Warwick last month after a year off. Headgear on. 22Nov War 24f HcpC soft 4/6 Thomas Darby (IRE) 33l Nov22 War 24f HcpC soft 7/10 Ramses de Teillee (FR) 64l Dec21 Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 10/13 Coole Cody (IRE) 46l

B g Turgeon (USA) - Etoile de Loir (FR) 10 10-13 J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne O Mr D. R. Churches B Mr Gaetan Gilles S Coral Racing Limited, Themes Incorporated Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated after joining this yard from Philip Hobbs last season, completing hat-trick between February & March. Left reappearance well behind when winning 4-runnerveterans event at Kempton last month and player up 5lb. 13Nov Kmp 20f HcpC good 1/4 Danny Kirwan (IRE) 71/2l 13Oct Chp 16f HcpH heavy P/12 Chance A Tune (FR) 28Apr Chp 19f HcpC gd-sf 2/7 Jetoile (IRE) 9l

TFRHHHII BHA135 FORM 353P0-F

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the force of old but looked full of zest only for his race to end with a horrible experience at Aintree on return, falling heavily and then colliding with 2 horses in his wake. Can go well ifthat incident hasn’t left its mark. 29Oct Ain 24f HcpC gd-sf F/11 Celebre d’Allen (FR) 14Apr Ain 21f HcpC soft 12/29 Bill Baxter (IRE) 44l 14Mar Chl 25f HcpC soft P/23 Corach Rambler (IRE) -

STORM CONTROL (IRE) (351)

B g September Storm (GER) - Double Dream (IRE) 10 10-7 J Richard Patrick E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Kerry Lee, Presteigne O Mr Will Roseff B John Kidd S Fitzdares Limited

TFRHHHHI BHA135 FORM 1142-P1

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B g Beneﬁcial - Great Decision (IRE) 11 10-13 J Harry Cobden E Hood T Philip Kirby, Richmond O Harbour Rose Partnership B Edward Prendergast & Mrs Helen Gillman S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

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4 LE LIGERIEN (FR) (32)

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TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated by ﬁrst-time blinkers when looking the likely winner of a 3m handicap at the Punchestown Festival in April until falling 2 out (just over 2 lengths ahead at the time). Ran poorly at Wincanton on return but blinkers back on now. 11Nov Wcn 25f HcpC gd-sf P/11 Blackjack Magic 29Apr Pun 24f HcpC gd-yd F/12 Brideswell Lad (IRE) 15Apr Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf F/39 Corach Rambler (IRE) -

LORD DU MESNIL (FR) (33)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Ladies Choice (FR) 10 11-9 J Gavin Sheehan E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Richard Hobson, Little Rissington O Mike and Mandy Smith & Mr Paul Porter B Mme Henri Devin

O Owner

T Trainer

2m 4f 127y + 38y due to rail movement

SAM BROWN (GB) (34)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cream Cracker 11 12-0 J Jonathan Burke E Blinkers, Tongue Strap T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster O Mr T. C. Frost B T. C. Frost S Geegeez.co.uk

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TFRHHHHH BHA129 FORM PP/3504- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who’s potentially well handicapped returning from 11 months off trying a veterans race for the ﬁrst time, so of interest at a course he’s won at. Dec22 Don 23f HcpC good 4/9 Senior Citizen Nov22 Chl 20f HcpC good 8/14 Ga Law (FR) Oct22 Str 19f HcpC good 5/7 Midnight River

DUC DE BEAUCHENE (FR) (47)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Quatia d’Angron (FR) 10 10-3 J David Noonan E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T David Pipe, Wellington O Mr John P. McManus B Raymond Bellanger S W & S Recycling

TFRHHHII BHA125 FORM 21-214P CD

53/4l 16l 43l

TIMEFORM VIEW In the form of his life back in the spring, winning staying handicaps at Wincanton and Fakenham (good second in stronger Kempton contest in between). Never involved under a patient ride after 5 months off at Aintree (25f, soft) but could leave that effort behind here. 29Oct Ain 24f HcpC gd-sf P/11 Celebre d’Allen (FR) 29May Cml 29f HcpC good 4/7 Dee Star (IRE) 24l 1 9May Fkn 29f HcpC good 1/10 Jony Max (IRE) /2l

8 UP HELLY AA KING (GB) (287)

Ch g And Beyond (IRE) - Gretton 12 10-2 J Danny McMenamin E Tongue Strap T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston O Jean Matterson & J Douglas Miller B P. Storey S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA123 FORM P1/4242- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Last hit the target at Doncaster in February 2022 and solid second in handicap there (3m, good) when last seen during the spring. Bit to ﬁnd from out of the handicap here, however. 41/4l 3Mar Don 23f HcpC good 2/10 Flying Verse 7Jan San 24f HcpC soft 4/18 Wishing And Hoping (IRE) 81/4l 4l Nov22 Hay 25f HcpC soft 2/9 Saint Xavier (FR)

GO STEADY (GB) (19)

B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Pyleigh Lady 11 10-2 J Tristan Durrell (5) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Popham, Rogers B Mrs H. Pudd S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TFRHHHII BHA121 FORM 3612-02 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in handicap chases last season and better for return when going close back over hurdles at Uttoxeter 19 days ago. More needed back over fences from out ofthe handicap, however. 26Nov Utt 19f HcpH soft 2/7 Sound And Fury (IRE) nk 17l 11Nov Wcn 20f HcpC gd-sf 7/12 Huelgoat (FR) 21/4l 1Apr Str 22f HcpC heavy 2/5 Dom of Mary (FR)

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 7, 9. Stewards Note: SAM BROWN: Following its run on 11/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Le Ligerien (FR), 6-1 Storm Control (IRE), 15-2 Go Steady (GB), 9-1 Up Helly Aa King (GB), 10-1 Top Ville Ben (IRE), 11-1 Cepage (FR), 12-1 Sam Brown (GB), Lord du Mesnil (FR), 14-1 Duc de Beauchene (FR) It could be worth chancing STORM CONTROL, who’s dipped below his last winning mark on his ﬁrst attempt in a veterans race. Le Ligerien looked better than ever when winning a similar event at Kempton last month and is a solid alternative, with Top Ville PLAY SMARTER Ben best of the others. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STORM CONTROL (IRE) 2.LE LIGERIEN (FR) 3.TOP VILLE BEN (IRE)

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B g Beat Hollow - Carrigeen Lily (IRE) J Rachael Blackmore T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland O Mr Barry Maloney B Mrs R. H. Lalor

GALVIN (IRE) (28)

B g Gold Well - Burren Moonshine (IRE) J Keith Donoghue T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Mr R. A. Bartlett B Gabriel O’Gara S Albert Bartlett, Gordon Elliott

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LATENIGHTPASS (GB) (28)

B g Passing Glance - Latenightdip J Miss Gina Andrews T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Mrs P. A. Ellis B Mrs Pippa Ellis

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TFRHHHHH BHA157 FORM 1462U-0 C BF

TFRHHHII BHA156 FORM 36F5-06

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser at his peak and, while he’s not been ﬁring for a while, his stable has an excellent record on this Cross-Country track, so could bounce back after a break. 12Aug Kil 2Aug Gal 26Apr Pun

25f Hdl yield 6 Macgiloney (IRE) 34l 22f HcpC gd-yd 19/22 Ash Tree Meadow (FR) 133l 24f Ch yield 5/5 Fastorslow (FR) 45l

TFRHHHHI BHA144 (+1) FORM 60-P011

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who underlined his liking for the National fences when landing the Grand Sefton at Aintree last time. That form is working out well and he’s the sort to take to this new discipline. 11Nov Ain 21f HcpC heavy 1/10 Percussion 2l 19Sep Aut 22f Ch 1/9 Echo de Champdoux (FR) s.h 1 10Jun Aut 22f Ch soft 7/9 Motu Fareone (IRE) 9 /2l

TFRHHHII BHA141 FORM 00060-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his best who was quite highly tried last term. Probably needed the run (didn’t have a hard race) on ﬁrst go at Cross-Country chasing at Punchestown last time, so he’s likely to step forward from it. 26Nov Pun 24f Ch soft 5 Birchdale (IRE) 101/2l 15Apr Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf 12/39 Corach Rambler (IRE) 57l 25Feb Fai 25f Ch yield 6/8 Kemboy (FR) 35l

TFRHHHHI BHA140 FORM 1/2114-2 C

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed the Aintree Foxhunters’ in April 2022. Good fourth in that corresponding race and started out for current yard with a good second over C&D last month. Another bold showing is on the cards. 17Nov Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 2/13 Foxy Jacks (IRE) 11/4l 13Apr Ain 21f Ch gd-sf 4/27 Famous Clermont (FR) 6l Apr22 Ain 21f Ch gd-sf 1/23 Cat Tiger (FR) 11/4l

FRANCKY DU BERLAIS (FR) (28)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Legende du Luy (FR) 10 10-2 J Sean Bowen E Tongue Strap T Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest O Mr Roddy Owen B Mr Jean-Marc Lucas & Mr Franck Champion

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T Trainer

TIMEFORM VIEW Tough and genuine performer with a good Cheltenham Festival CV, second to a stablemate with an even better one in Delta Work on his ﬁrst go in a cross-country race in March. Not at best since but should come on for his return here and boasts leading claims. 17Nov Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 8/13 Foxy Jacks (IRE) 20l 15Apr Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf U/39 Corach Rambler (IRE) 15Mar Chl 30f Ch soft 2/16 Delta Work (FR) 21/2l

ENJOY D’ALLEN (FR) (19)

B or Br g Network (GER) - Triple Star (FR) 9 10-9 J E. Walsh (3) E Visor, Tongue Strap T Ciaran Murphy, Ireland O Mr John P. McManus B Bruno Vagne

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TFRHHHHI BHA160 FORM 2/P1P-14 C

4 GESSKILLE (FR) (34)

B g Network (GER) - Nashkille (FR) 7 10-12 J Henry Brooke E Blinkers T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas O The Nevers Racing Partnership I B Mr Jacque Cypres & Mr Patrice Rabineau S Swansway

3.00

TIMEFORM VIEW Been rather in and out since landing 2021 Gold Cup, returning with a poor effort in the Ladbrokes Champion Chase at Down Royal. Obviously a class act on his day, though, and he’s an interesting newcomer to this sphere. 11Nov Dow 24f Ch soft 4/4 Gerri Colombe (FR) 21l 11Oct Pun 23f Ch yd-sf 1/5 Hurricane Georgie (IRE) 13/4l 17Mar Chl 26f Ch soft P/13 Galopin des Champs (FR) -

FURY ROAD (IRE) (125)

B g Stowaway - Molly Duffy (IRE) 9 11-10 J Sam Ewing E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Sierra Paciﬁc & Pioneer Racing B Kenneth Parkhill

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TFRHHHII BHA132 FORM 052304

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 2022 Summer Plate at Market Rasen and some good efforts since, including twice in September. Shaped as if still in form when fourth over C&D last time. 17Nov Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 4/13 Foxy Jacks (IRE) 30Sep Mkt 21f HcpC good 8/12 Found On (IRE) 18Sep Wor 20f HcpC good 3/6 Hang In There (IRE)

15l 29l 16l

8 DIESEL D’ALLIER (FR) (28)

Gr g Kap Rock (FR) - Iena d’Allier (FR) 10 10-2 J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere O The French Link B Mr Yves Maupoil S Tote

VITAL ISLAND (IRE) (19)

B g Trans Island - Persian Pearl J Mr Tiernan Power Roche (7) T R. P. O’Keeffe, Ireland O Mr R. P. O’Keeffe B Mr Thomas Hughes

TFRHHIII BHA130 FORM 14/0P-40 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser on the cross-country circuit but he’s not the force of old and failed to feature over C&D last time. Up against it again. 17Nov Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 9/13 Foxy Jacks (IRE) 12Oct Wor 23f Hdl gd-sf 4/7 Ikarak (FR) 15Mar Chl 30f Ch soft P/16 Delta Work (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA127 FORM 1121-P2

10-2

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner. Latest win in La Touche Cup in April. E Tongue Strap Back to form when second in Cross-Country event at Punchestown last time but has a bit on from out of the weights. 26Nov Pun 24f Ch 3Sep Cra 30f Ch 27Apr Pun 34f Ch

10 FAMEAFTERTHEGLORY (GB) (19) 7

B g Fame And Glory - Milan Athlete (IRE) J Jonathan Burke T Gavin Cromwell, Ireland O Mick & Molly Syndicate B Mr W. Kinsey

10-2

soft 2 P good 1

Birchdale (IRE) Bomari (FR) Stealthy Tom (IRE)

31/2l nk

TFRHHIII BHA123 FORM 3-60610

TIMEFORM VIEW Error-prone chaser who has been struggling for form over hurdles this season. Hard to make a solid case for. 20Jul Kny 8Jul Bel 11May Clo

11 WICK GREEN (GB) (27) B g Sagamix (FR) - Jolly Dancer J Ben Jones T Ben Pauling, Naunton O Shy John Partnership B Mr C. Horton S Fitzdares

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20f Hdl 16f Hdl 19f Hdl

good 6 good 7 soft 6

The Last Mardi (IRE) Encanto Bruno (IRE) Evesham Road (IRE)

28l 31l 18l

TFRHHHII BHA122 FORM P-11334

10-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Thriving since joining Ben Pauling, already a E Cheek Pieces three-time winner for the yard, and he has hit the frame in a couple of handicaps here the last twice. Stiff task from out of the weights, though. 18Nov Chl 25f HcpC soft 4/16 Hascoeur Clermont (FR) 53/4l 11/2l 27Oct Chl 25f HcpC good 3/19 Mole Court (IRE) 18Jul Swl 24f HcpC gd-sf 3/5 Brief Times (IRE) 71/2l

12 VOLCANO (FR) (28)

Gr g Martaline - Lyli Rose (FR) 9 10-2 J Robert Dunne E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Sheila Lewis, Brecon O Mr Brian Davies B Mr Laurent Deniel

13 DIDERO VALLIS (FR) (28)

B g Poliglote - Oreade Vallis (FR) 10 J Charlie Deutsch T Venetia Williams, Hereford O Normans, Ramsay, Tufnell & Bishop B Mr Andre Noel Dutertre S Faucets Limited

10-2

TFRHHHII BHA118 FORM 541P-25 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong stayer who is something of a Warwick specialist. Ran well from out of the weights over C&D last time but a place is the best he can hope for faced with a similar scenario. 17Nov Chl 11Oct Lud 9Apr Fls

29f HcpC gd-sf 5/13 Foxy Jacks (IRE) 23f HcpC good 2/5 Quick Draw (IRE) 27f HcpC soft P/9 Truckers Lodge (IRE)

16l 21l -

TFRHHHII BHA115 FORM 355PP-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his best and, while he was out of sorts last season, he stopped the slide when third from out of the weights over C&D last time. Place claims again. 29f HcpC gd-sf 3/13 Foxy Jacks (IRE) 28f HcpC good P/20 Madera Mist (IRE) 26f HcpC soft P/23 Angels Dawn (IRE)

11l -

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 8, 9, 12. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 11, 12. Stewards Note: Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Galvin (IRE), 9-2 Latenightpass (GB), 13-2 Gesskille (FR), 9-1 Minella Indo (IRE), 16-1 Francky du Berlais (FR), Didero Vallis (FR), 20-1 Enjoy d’Allen (FR), Vital Island (IRE), 25-1 Fury Road (IRE), Diesel d’Allier (FR), Fameaftertheglory (GB), 28-1 Wick Green (GB), 33-1 Volcano (FR) GALVIN took well to this course when second to his stablemate at the festival in March and he shaped as if the run was needed here last month, so he’s worth another PLAY SMARTER chance. Minella Indo is another class act and an intriguing addition to this sphere, while another solid showing is expected from Latenightpass. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GALVIN (IRE) 2.MINELLA INDO (IRE) 3.LATENIGHTPASS

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THE CITIPOST 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) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): N Henderson (42 wins from 278 runners, 15%) runs BOLD ENDEAVOUR & CAPTAIN MORGS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G L Moore (6 wins from 33 runners, 18%) runs HERMINO AA WEIGHTWATCHER: PARICOLOR won off a handicap mark of 122, his rating is now down 6lb to 116. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TIGER JET trained by B Ellison, Malton, 203 miles.

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TFRHHHHI BHA142

FORM 252-235 D B g Fame And Glory - Araucaria (IRE) 7 12-0 TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice in this sphere as a novice for Laura Morgan J Freddie Gordon (5) E Cheek Pieces and successful ﬁrst 2 starts over fences for Nicky Henderson last season. T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Consistent in defeat in handicap hurdles of late, his latest ﬁfth of 15 coming O Countrywide Park Homes Ltd at Haydock coming in a very warm race. Should be on the premises again. B Miss L. Hales 25Nov Hay 24f HcpH gd-sf 5/15 Slate Lane (IRE) 63/4l 11l S Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges 9Nov Nby 24f HcpH gd-sf 3/11 Young Butler (IRE) 21/4l 13May Hay 24f HcpH good 2/16 Willaston (IRE) B g Milan - Gold Donn (IRE) 7 11-9 J Nico de Boinville E Cheek Pieces T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O The Albatross Club B Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler S Unibet

TFRHHHII BHA137 FORM 210P-42 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful but not the most straightforward, hanging left off the bridle (also ﬂashed tail) when second over fences at Huntingdon last month. 5Nov Hun 23f HcpC gd-sf 2/7 Mofasa 5Oct War 20f HcpC good 4/6 Nickle Back (IRE) 27Apr War 25f HcpH good P/10 Regarding Ruth (IRE)

HERMINO AA (FR) (25)

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Acqua Luna (FR) 6 11-1 J Niall Houlihan (3) T Gary Moore, Horsham O Galloping On The South Downs Partnership B Mr Pierre Gasnier S K M Elite Products Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA129 FORM 3121-UP

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner last term. Failed to complete in a couple of handicap chases last month but could get his career back on track now returned to hurdles. 20Nov Plm 19f HcpC gd-sf P/5 Brave Kingdom (FR) 4Nov Asc 18f HcpC soft U/9 Sir Psycho (IRE) 22Mar War 19f Hdl soft 1/5 Hauraki Gulf

4 SHANTOU EXPRESS (IRE) (134)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Spanker 8 11-0 J David Bass T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham O The Second Chancers B Catridge Farm Stud and Burgage Stud S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

GYENYAME (GB) (27)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Lizzie Tudor 5 J Brendan Powell T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne O Anne Broom and Wendy Carter B Ms Karen Gough S Coral Racing Limited

BIG BRESIL (GB) (250)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Cutielilou (FR) J Jack Quinlan T B F Brookhouse, Newmarket O Mr R. S. Brookhouse B Mr D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey S Tote

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TFRHHIII BHA128 FORM P0-0136 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Won in a small ﬁeld at Stratford in June. Backed it up when third of 5 at Worcester (23f, good) 12 later but had an off day back at Stratford in August. Freshened up since (has had wind surgery). 3Aug Str 26f HcpH gd-sf 6/6 Hunting Percival 15Jun Wor 23f HcpH good 3/5 Scarpia (IRE) 3Jun Str 26f HcpH gd-fm 1/4 Paris Dixie

WHITE RHINO (IRE) (28)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Aventia (IRE) 7 10-9 J Henry Brooke T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas O The Rhino Syndicate B Kenilworth House Stud S Swansway

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TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved since handicapping, winning 4 times and runner-up twice from 6 starts. Ran a cracker when second in a big ﬁeld over 21f here last month and there should be even more to come now stepping up to 3m. Leading claims. 17Nov Chl 21f HcpH gd-sf 2/20 American Sniper (IRE) 3/4l 9l 19Oct Car 20f HcpH heavy 1/10 Dalileo (IRE) 7l 28Apr Swl 20f HcpH gd-sf 2/13 Bertie Blue

TFRHHHHI BHA122 FORM U314-22

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m Flat winner forAndrew Balding and struck at the third time of asking over hurdles in 2 1/2m Wincanton maiden in March. Good runner-up efforts both starts this term, latterly behind a progressive type over 21f here. Much respected now stepping up to 3m. 18Nov Chl 21f HcpH soft 2/9 Springwell Bay 11/4l 29Oct Wcn 21f HcpH soft 2/12 Oscars Moonshine (IRE)11/4l 11Apr Exe 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/13 Kincardine 12l

TFRHHIII BHA120 FORM 1/52U//3P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Novice winner at Exeter for Tom George in 2020 but hasn’t stood much racing since. Showed he retains his ability back from 2 years off when third at Ayr in February but pulled up at Ffos Las 6 weeks later and absent again since. 9Apr Fls 20f HcpH soft P/9 Kepagge (IRE) 71/2l 27Feb Ayr 20f HcpH gd-sf 3/15 Coral Blue (IRE) Feb21 Don 24f HcpH gd-sf U/10 Sultans Pride 44

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TFRHHIII BHA118 FORM 244/522-

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Leni Riefenstahl (IRE) 7 10-4 J Robert Dunne T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham O Mr Anthony R.Hunt & Drinkwater family B S.R.L. Az. Agr. Razza Della Sila S Solstice

TIGER JET (IRE) (27)

Ch g Jet Away - Just A Moment (IRE) J Harry Cobden T Brian Ellison, Malton O Mr S Gale and Partner B Mrs Carmel Cummins S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice here last autumn, latterly over this trip, but he hasn’t been seen since. Returns in a warm race and a watching brief has to be the percentage call. Nov22 Chl 23f HcpH good 2/12 Annual Invictus (IRE) Oct22 Chl 19f HcpH gd-fm 2/13 Seddon (IRE) Sep22 Wor 20f HcpH good 5/5 Finisk River

3 /4l 51/2l 19l

TFRHHHII BHA117 FORM 61-60P3 D

10-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 15-runner 3m Haydock handicap in April. Struggled on his next 2 outings but took a step back in the right direction when third (Gyenyame a neck ahead in second) over 21f here 4 weeks ago. 18Nov Chl 21f HcpH soft 3/9 Springwell Bay 11/2l 4Nov Wet 19f HcpH soft P/9 Windtothelightning (IRE) 42l 29May Cml 25f HcpH good 8/11 Aramax (GER)

10 PARICOLOR (FR) (28)

B g Orpen (USA) - Kadiana (IRE) 7 10-2 J David Noonan E Blinkers, Tongue Strap T David Pipe, Wellington O Hour of Glory B Dr R. Simon, N. Simon & G. Saudrais S W & S Recycling

TFRHHHHI BHA115 FORM 3256P-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on a good mark and shaped well when third (White Rhino 5 lengths up in second) of 20 over 21f here 4 weeks ago, staying on again after getting outpaced. The return to 3m will suit him.

17Nov Chl 21f HcpH gd-sf 3/20 American Sniper (IRE) 53/4l 31l 3Nov Nkt 16f Hcp heavy 6/9 Black Kalanisi (IRE) 13Mar Plm 20f HcpH soft P/6 Conkwell Legend DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: CAPTAIN MORGS (IRE) 6 10 12 James Bowen 7-2 (Nicky Henderson) 8 ran Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note: HERMINO AA: Following its run on 20/11/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. BIG BRESIL: Following its run on 9/4/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly on this occasion. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 White Rhino (IRE), 6-1 Bold Endeavour (GB), Gyenyame (GB), 15-2 Paricolor (FR), 12-1 Hermino Aa (FR), Tiger Jet (IRE), 14-1 Captain Morgs (IRE), 16-1 Shantou Express (IRE), Fontana Ellissi (FR), 25-1 Big Bresil (GB) There should be more to come from WHITE RHINO now stepping up to 3m for the first time and he’s taken to confirm last month’s course superiority over Paricolor and take his handicap record to an impressive 5-7. Gyenyame, another with a good recent PLAY SMARTER effort here, looks best of the remainder. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WHITE RHINO (IRE) 2.PARICOLOR (FR) 3.GYENYAME

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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.05 - THE BRITISH EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7920 to the winning horse The second to receive £3644, the third £1822, the fourth £911 and the fifth £454. for novice four, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £74 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 award will be given to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 9th, 2024. 18 entries at £74. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6058; Second £3028; Third £1515; Fourth £757; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7920.97) BP SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.40 - THE CHELTENHAM & SOUTH-WEST RACING CLUB NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20812 to the winning horse The second to receive £9568, the third £4784, the fourth £2392, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £596. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 steeple chase 5lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 or Class 2 steeple chase 8lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined.. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 cash award will be made to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. 9 entries at £200. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15900; Second £7948; Third £3976; Fourth £1988; Fifth £992; Sixth £496. (Penalty Value £20812) A SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.15 - THE CATESBY ESTATES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Catesby Estates has generously sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 award given to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 27 entries, 2 at £25 and 25 at £125. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.50 - THE CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE FOOD BANK COLLECTION MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Mares’ Steeple Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11618 to the winning horse The second to receive £5346, the third £2673, the fourth £1337 and the fifth £666. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £110 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £22 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £88 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 award will be given to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All horses which finish in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of about Three Miles About One and a Half Furlongs (3m 1f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 18th April, 2024. 21 entries at £110. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8886; Second £4442; Third £2222; Fourth £1111; Fifth £554. (Penalty Value £11618.20) SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.25 - THE UNIBET MIDDLE DISTANCE CHASE SERIES VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745. for ten yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. UNIBET has kindly sponsored this race and will make presentations to the winning owner, trainer jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 cash award will be made to the member of racing staff responsible for 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 Unibet. 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. This race forms part of The Unibet Middle Distance Veterans’ Steeple Chase Series of races. The series will culminate in a valuable final bonus race to be run over a distance of about two and a half miles at Haydock Park on March 30th, 2024. Horses are not required to qualify in order to run in the final bonus race. 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 16 entries, 2 at £50 and 14 at £250. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620. (Penalty Value £26015) SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.00 - THE GLENFARCLAS CRYSTAL CUP CROSS COUNTRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20812 to the winning horse The second to receive £9568, the third £4784, the fourth £2392, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £596. for five yrs old and upwards. £200 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. GLENFARCLAS SINGLE MALT WHISKY has generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee in charge of the winning horse. In addition, they will award a £150 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for 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 £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. 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 at £200. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15900; Second £7948; Third £3976; Fourth £1988; Fifth £992; Sixth £496. (Penalty Value £20812) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.35 - THE CITIPOST 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. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 6lb. CITIPOST has generously sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 award will be given to the member of racing staff responsible for 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 CITIPOST. 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 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 18 entries, 5 at £30 and 13 at £150. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372. (Penalty Value £15609) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE. 48

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