Hello and a resounding welcome back to Cheltenham Racecourse for St. Patrick’s Thursday of the Cheltenham Festival. Today, the Irish cheer flows through the air as we embark on a day filled with spirited racing and camaraderie.
As we bask in the Irish spirit, we’re delighted to have you join us for another day of exhilarating action, where the emerald isle’s charm meets the thrill of the races. Today, the spotlight shines on the Ryanair Chase, where Envoi Allen aims to retain his crown, and the Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle, promising an open battle with Sire Du Berlais vying for an astonishing fourth victory at the Cheltenham Festival.
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B g Poliglote - Royal Athernia (FR) 11 11-10 J Mark Walsh Headgear T
TFRHIIII BHA152
FORM 1-455P4 CD
TIMEFORMVIEW Excellent record at this meeting,winning 2 Pertemps Finals and also second to Flooring Porter in this 2 years ago Ended last season with Grade 1 win at Aintree but signs of decline this campaign.
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RACE DESCRIPTION
The Turners Novices’ Chase, first run in 2011, is a two and a half mile Grade 1 contest for novices. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race prior to the official start of the season, usually towards the end of April. In theory, this allows the inexperienced horses to race against each other before graduating to senior ranks. Grade 1 contests are the highest level of National Hunt racing so some classy horses are lining up. In terms of weight, the whole field carries 11st 7lb, except Jamaico who carries 11st 5lb as the only five-year-old in the field.
12 of the 13 winners were aged 6 or 7
9 of the 13 winners were trained in Ireland
12 of the 13 winners had run 9 times or less over hurdles
Stage Star was given a positive ride by Harry Cobden, setting out to make the running from flag fall Those in behind were happy to watch Stage Star, who didn’t put a foot wrong the whole way round. Rolling down the hill he was given a breather by Cobden, with Notlongtillmay laying it down to him as they turned for home. Favourite Mighty Potter couldn’t pick up to tackle Stage Star, who winged the last before bounding up the hill to victory.
Run over two miles, three furlongs & 168 yards. 17 fences to be jumped
Total prize fund of £175,000 £98,472 to the winner
Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years
TRAINER
Willie Mullins 3 winners
Today Willie saddles
Facile Vega & Sharjah
JOCKEY
Harry Cobden
1 winner
Today Harry rides
Ginny’s Destiny
for novice five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £175000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £75320, 2nd £31045, 3rd £15523, 4th £7770, 5th £3885, 6th £1943, 7th £963, 8th £490. (Penalty Value £98472.50)
Jockey J
Trainer T
Owner O
Breeder B
Sponsor S
Equipment E
Leading course trainer (19-24): W P Mullins (39 wins from 330 runners, 12%) runs FACILE VEGA & SHARJAH
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 46 runners, 30%) runs FACILE VEGA & SHARJAH
Fancy That: G Elliott won this race in 2018 and 2020. The stable runs ZANAHIYR today.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Stateable Case (IRE)
7 11-7
J Gavin Sheehan E Tongue Strap
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
O The GD Partnership
B Tommy James
S Betvictor
2 DJELO (FR) (40)
B g Montmartre (FR) - Djeville (FR)
J Charlie Deutsch
T Venetia Williams, Hereford
O Mr P. Davies
B Mr Gildas Blain
S Faucets Limited
3 FACILE VEGA (IRE) (40)
B
2m 3f 168y + 46y due to rail movement
FORM 12-1213
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who took 4-runner Towton Novices’Chase at Wetherby (19.5f) in January.Only third of 5 to Nickle Back in Scilly Isles at Sandown (2 1/2m) since but sort to bounce back.
3Feb San 20f Ch good 3/5 Nickle Back (IRE) 29l
13Jan Wet 19f Ch soft 1/4 Trelawne 13/4l
Dec23 San 15f Ch heavy 2/6 Le Patron (FR) 11/4l
TFRHHHII BHA148
FORM 0-111F2
6 11-7
7 11-7
J P. Townend
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Hammer & Trowel Syndicate
B Hammer & Trowel Syndicate
4 GINNY’S DESTINY (IRE) (47)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Dantes Term (IRE) 8 11-7
J Harry Cobden
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
O Gordon & Su Hall
B Mrs Caroline O’Driscoll
S Morson Group
5 GREY DAWNING (IRE) (61)
Gr g Flemensfirth (USA) - Lady Wagtail (IRE) 7 11-7
J Harry Skelton
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
O Mr Robert Kirkland
B Grange Stud
S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
6 IROKO (FR) (128)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Boscraie (FR) 6 11-7
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr E Tongue Strap
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
O Mr John P. McManus
B Jacques Cypres
S Swansway
7 LE PATRON (FR) (40)
B g Balko (FR) - La Loute (FR)
J David Noonan
T Gary Moore, Horsham
O Mrs E. Avery
6 11-7
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Domaine de Baune et al
S K M Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 3 chases, including making all in 19f Grade 2 at Ascot in December Ran creditably but didn’t really look suited by a switch to hold-up tactics when 7 lengths second in 2 1/2m Sandown Grade 1 last month.Remains capable of better
3Feb San 20f Ch good 2/5 Nickle Back (IRE) 7l
21Jan Lin 16f Ch soft F/5 JPR One (IRE)Dec23 Asc 18f Ch gd-sf 1/4 Kandoo Kid (FR) 6l
TFRHHHHI BHA151
FORM 521-143 C
TIMEFORMVIEWSecondto MarineNationaleinlastyear’sSupreme.Easy winneronNavanchasedebutinNovemberbutbeatentwicein2mGrade1s at Leopardstown since.Would have been a bit closer but for bungling the last when 3 1/4 lengths third to stablemate Il Etait Temps latest.Up in trip
3Feb Leo 17f Ch yd-sf 3/6 Il Etait Temps (FR) 31/4l
Dec23 Leo 17f Ch yield 4 Found A Fifty (IRE) 61/4l
Nov23 Nav 17f Ch sf-hv 1 Inthepocket 33/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA155
FORM 23-0111 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler for Tom Lacey and quickly scaled even greater heights over fences for new yard,completing a course hat-trick in 21f handicap in January.Beat Grey Dawning 3/4lengthfor second success buthe received 3lb from Dan Skelton’s 7-y-o.Good jumper Shouldn’t be far away.
27Jan Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/12 Theatre Man (IRE) 23/4l
Dec23 Chl 20f Ch soft 1/6 Grey Dawning (IRE) 3/4l
Nov23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 1/7 Es Perfecto (IRE) 10l
TFRHHHHH BHA153
FORM 1F-3121
TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 hurdle winner last term and has taken really well to fences, winning 21.5f Haydock graduation event and 3m Warwick Grade 2. Went downby 3/4length toGinny’sDestinyhereon penultimate start butheconceded3lb and blundered 2 out so there are reasons to believe he can turn the tables
13Jan War 24f Ch soft 1/5 Apple Away (IRE) 14l
Dec23 Chl 20f Ch soft 2/6 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE) 3/4l
Nov23 Hay 21f Ch soft 1/5 Gaillard du Mesnil (FR) 91/2l
TFRHHHII BHA149
FORM 4/1113-1 CD
TIMEFORMVIEWFineadvertforhisstablelastseason,completinghat-trick ofhandicaphurdlevictoriesintheMartinPipeatthismeeting.Resumedwith an easy chasing debut success in 2 1/2m novice at Warwick in November Off since but he could be really smart over fences
Nov23 War 20f Ch soft 1/5 Golden Son (FR) 31/4l
Apr23 Ain 24f Hdl soft 3/15 Apple Away (IRE) 31/4l
Mar23 Chl 20f HcpH soft 1/21 No Ordinary Joe (IRE) 11/2l
FORM 30-1114 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 3 starts over fences, his best performance coming when taking Henry VIII Novices’ Chase at Sandown (2m) in December Lost his unbeaten chasing record with a bit of a whimper in Scilly Isles back there 40 days ago so needs to quickly bounce back.
3Feb San 20f Ch good 4/5 Nickle Back (IRE) 35l
Dec23 San 15f Ch heavy 1/6 Colonel Harry (IRE) 11/4l
Nov23 San 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/4 Blow Your Wad (IRE) 10l
8 LETSBECLEARABOUTIT (IRE) (46)
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Clarification (IRE)
J Keith Donoghue
T Gavin Cromwell, Ireland
O Alymer Stud Ltd
B Mrs Deborah Hobson
9 SHARJAH (FR) (40)
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Saaryeh
9 11-7
11 11-7
J Mr P. W. Mullins E Tongue Strap
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mrs S. Ricci
B Ecurie Haras De Beauvoir
10 ZANAHIYR (IRE) (30)
Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Zariyna (IRE)
7 11-7
J Jack Kennedy E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Bective Stud
B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
S Gordon Elliott
11 JAMAICO (FR) (271)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Velocidad (FR)
5 11-5
J Jack Tudor E Tongue Strap
T David Pipe, Wellington
O Prof Caroline Tisdall
B S.A.R.L. Winning Bloodstock Agency & Jaq S W & S Recycling
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
TFRHHIII BHA153
FORM 4-11333 D
TIMEFORMVIEWSmartchaserwhoscoredatGowranandCorkonhisfirst two runs this term. Only third of 4 to Embassy Gardens in Naas Grade 3 last time,though,so needs to bounce back.
28Jan Naa 24f Ch sf-hv 3/4 Embassy Gardens 18l
13Jan Fai 17f HcpC soft 3/11 Uncle Phil (IRE) 53/4l
Dec23 Fai 20f Ch soft 3/5 I Am Maximus (FR) 71/2l
TFRHHIII BHA149
FORM 211434 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Has come to chasing quite late but this dual Champion Hurdle runner-up has taken well to it, including a Grade 3 success at Tipperary in October Arrives here on the back of creditable efforts in 2m Grade 1s at Leopardstown.Townend on Facile Vega.
3Feb Leo 17f Ch yd-sf 4/6 Il Etait Temps (FR) 73/4l
Dec23 Leo 17f Ch yield 3 Found A Fifty (IRE) 31/2l
Dec23 Fai 20f Ch soft 4/5 I Am Maximus (FR) 31l
FORM 5-12421
TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart winning hurdler who got off the mark over fences in 2m maiden at Thurles 30 days ago,despite making some mistakes Capable of better over fences if polishing up his jumping.
13Feb Thu 16f Ch sf-hv 1 Aspire Tower (IRE) 1/2l
Dec23 Leo 21f Ch soft 2 Fact To File (FR) 17l
Dec23 Fai 20f Hdl soft 4/5 Teahupoo (FR) 22l
TFRHIIII BHA124
FORM 266-31
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran once in bumpers/hurdles and quick to show fairly useful form over fences, tongue tied when landing 17ff novice at Auteuil in June on final run for Emmanuel Clayeux. Changed hands for €310,000 after but very much pitched in at the deep end on stable debut.
Jun23 Aut 17f Ch soft 1 Jack Lux (FR) 61/2l
May23 Aut 17f Ch soft 3 Jusquicitouvabien (FR) 71/4l
Apr23 Aut 17f Ch heavy 6 Jazz Manouche (FR) 16l
2023: STAGE STAR (IRE) 7 11 7 Harry Cobden 15-2 (Paul Nicholls) 7 ran
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Grey Dawning (IRE), 3-1 Facile Vega (IRE), 7-2 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE), 9-1 Iroko (FR), 22-1 Zanahiyr (IRE), 25-1 Djelo (FR), 28-1 Letsbeclearaboutit (IRE), 33-1 Sharjah (FR), 40-1 Colonel Harry (IRE), 50-1 Le Patron (FR), 250-1 Jamaico (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
GREY DAWNING was beaten 3/4 length by Ginny’s Destiny in a course novice in December but came out best at the weights attempting to concede 3lb to Paul Nicholls’ charge and can get the better of his old rival off levels this time. Facile Vega will be a threat to both if his stamina holds over this longer trip
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GREY DAWNING (IRE) 2.GINNY’S DESTINY (IRE) 3.FACILE VEGA (IRE)
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RACE DESCRIPTION This Pertemps Network
Final is a Premier Handicap Hurdle run over three miles and is restricted to horses that finished in the first four in one of the many Pertemps Qualifiers run throughout the season.
Each horse’s weight is determined by their official BHA rating, meaning the higher the rating, the bigger the weight the horse has to carry - see how Farouk d’Alene, rated 154, carries 9lb more than the 145-rated Springwell Bay.
The past
winners were aged
or younger
of
past 14 winners had failed to win a race earlier in the season
7 of the past 8 winners were trained in Ireland
Liam McKenna delivered a fantastic ride on Good Time Jonny in last year’s renewal. Held up in near last, the pair were happy to watch the race play out in front of them, in what can often prove a chaotic affair They began to sneak into contention before jumping the second last but still had plenty to do as they came down to the last. He still had seven or eight in front of him jumping the last but once asked for a bit more he bounded clear up the hill to win a big pot for Tony Martin
Run over two miles, seven furlongs & 213 yards. 12 hurdles to be jumped Total prize fund of £100,000 £56,270 to the winner
Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years
TRAINER
Gordon Elliott 3 winners
Today Gordon saddles
Farouk d’Alene & Cleatus Poolaw
JOCKEY
Nico de Boinvile
Finished 3rd in 2022
Today Nico rides Hyland
Jockey J
Trainer T
Owner O
Breeder B
Sponsor S
Equipment E
for five yrs old and upwards ™ 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) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (41 wins from 275 runners, 15%) runs BOLD ENDEAVOUR, CHANTRY HOUSE, HYLAND & MILL GREEN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 46 runners, 30%) runs ICARE ALLEN
Fancy That: G Elliott won this race in 2018, 2019 and 2020. The stable runs CLEATUS POOLAW and FAROUK D’ALENE today.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
1 FAROUK D’ALENE (FR) (77)
B g Racinger (FR) - Mascotte d’Alene (FR)
J Mr Robert James (7)
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Gigginstown House Stud
B Mr Louis Couteaudier
S Gordon Elliott
2 SPRINGWELL BAY (GB) (39)
9 12-0
B g Kayf Tara - Winning Counsel (IRE) 7 11-5
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr E Tongue Strap
T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
O Mrs Gay Smith
B J. R. Weston
S Wasdell Group, Ashford Stud of 5095
3 FLIGHT DECK (IRE) (47)
B g Getaway (GER) - Rate of Knots (IRE) 10 11-4
J Chris Ward (3)
T Deborah Cole, Solihull
E Blinkers
O The Steve, Joe and Steve Syndicate
B Mrs Noreen McManus
S Lewisham Developments Limited
4 CHANTRY HOUSE (IRE) (49)
Br g Yeats (IRE) - The Last Bank (IRE) 10 11-3
J James Bowen E Blinkers
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
O Mr John P. McManus
B M. Conaghan
5 BOLD ENDEAVOUR (GB) (53)
B g Fame And Glory - Araucaria (IRE) 8 11-3
J Daryl Jacob E Cheek Pieces
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
O Countrywide Park Homes Ltd
B Miss L. Hales
6 LE MILOS (GB) (26)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Banjaxed Girl 9 11-2
J Harry Skelton
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
O The Jolly Good Partnership
B Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm
S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
7 ICARE ALLEN (FR) (124)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Coeur d’Allen (FR) 6 11-2
J Mark Walsh
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mr John P. McManus
B Bruno Vagne
E Tongue Strap
TFRHHHII BHA154
FORM 21F/-F52 D
2m 7f 213y
TIMEFORMVIEWMatchedhisverysmartchaseform(goingwellwhenfell 2 out in last year’s Broadway) when second in 3m handicap at Leopardstown 28 days ago Still lightly raced in this sphere and in the mix.
Dec23 Leo 23f HcpH heavy 2 Gaoth Chuil (IRE) nk
Nov23 Thu 22f Ch yield 5/6 Classic Getaway (IRE) 24l
Nov23 Nav 24f HcpC sf-hv F/21 Coko Beach (FR) -
TFRHHHII BHA145
FORM 116-142 C BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over 2m5f here in November and resumed his progress when going down by a neck in 3m handicap at Musselburgh last month.Likely type
4Feb Mus 23f HcpH soft 2/14 Curley Finger (IRE) nk
1Jan Chl 23f HcpH heavy 4/10 Butch 13l
Nov23 Chl 21f HcpH soft 1/9 Gyenyame 11/4l
TFRHHIII BHA144
FORM 1P0-330 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart on his day for Jonjo O’Neill and he took his form up a notch for his current yard when an excellent third in Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury Raced indolently when last of 7 in Cleeve over C&D since though so has a bit to prove now
27Jan Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf 7/7 Noble Yeats (IRE) 22l
Dec23 Nby 24f Hdl gd-sf 3/6 Dashel Drasher 13/4l
Oct23 Chl 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/20 Hyland (FR) 51/2l
TFRHHHHI BHA143
FORM P/UF-304 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser at his best (won the 2021 Golden Miller here).Losthiswayoverfencesinmorerecenttimesbutmuchmoreencouragement revertedtohurdlesthisterm,fourthinhandicapatHuntingdon(25f)lasttime.Inthe picture off an easing mark and fitted with stronger headgear
25Jan Hun 25f HcpH gd-sf 4/13 Beachcomber (FR) 12l
Dec23 San 23f HcpH heavy 7/8 Operation Manna 15l Nov23 Chl 23f HcpH soft 3/15 Buddy One (IRE) 13l
TFRHHHII BHA143
FORM 2-23526 D
TIMEFORMVIEWLikeableandreliablesortwhochasedhomeWhiteRhino in C&D handicap in December Lesser run at Lingfield since but this presumably the aim all along and he was fifth in last year’s Coral Cup
21Jan Lin 23f HcpH soft 6/10 Nurse Susan (FR) 21l
Dec23 Chl 23f HcpH soft 2/10 White Rhino (IRE) 21/4l
Nov23 Hay 24f HcpH gd-sf 5/15 Slate Lane (IRE) 63/4l
TFRHHHII BHA142
FORM 1120-30 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Big improver over fences for this yard last season, includingvictoryintheCoralGoldCupatNewbury.Backoverhurdlesforfirst timesince2020thisterm,finishingwellheldin2runs,butunquestionablyon a good mark.A revival could be forthcoming.
17Feb Asc 19f HcpH gd-sf 13/16 Mothill (IRE) 24l
Nov23 Mkt 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/5 Itchy Feet (FR) 16l
Apr23 Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf 10/39 Corach Rambler (IRE) 35l
TFRHHHHI BHA142
FORM 0-04353 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who was fourth in the 2022 Triumph and caught the eye under a considerate ride when a running-on third of 11 in 3m handicap at Aintree in November Can make his presence felt off an unchanged mark.
Nov23 Ain 24f HcpH soft 3/11 Gentleman At Arms (IRE) 81/2l
Sep23 Lis 16f HcpH yd-sf 5/17 Man O Work (IRE) 73/4l
Aug23 Gal 22f HcpH soft 3/16 Ambitious Fellow (IRE) 63/4l
8 GOWEL ROAD (IRE) (32)
B or Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Hollygrove Samba (IRE)
8 11-2
J Tom Bellamy E Tongue Strap
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
O Options O Syndicate
B Cyril O’Hara
S Options Energy Services Ltd
9 ANNA BUNINA (FR) (39)
B m Poet’s Voice - Russian Society
8 11-0
J Freddie Gingell (5) E Hood, Tongue Strap
T John McConnell, Ireland
O Ms Caroline Ahearn
B Dermot Cantillon
10 MILL GREEN (GB) (32)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Ceilidh Royal
J Freddie Gordon (5)
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
12 11-0
O Mrs Rita Brown
B Mrs Rita Brown
S Unibet
11
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Farewellatmidnight
J Jack Kennedy
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Gigginstown House Stud
B Mrs J. Way
S Gordon Elliott
12 CUTHBERT DIBBLE (IRE) (26)
B g Kayf Tara - Molo
J Sam Twiston-Davies
6 10-13
TFRHHIII BHA142
FORM 21-4034 C
TIMEFORMVIEWVeryusefulhurdlerwhoarrivesingoodnick,tonguetied when fourth of 11 in 23f handicap at Exeter 32 days ago Plenty more on his plate in this
11Feb Exe 23f HcpH heavy 4/11 Shallow River (IRE) 63/4l
21Jan Lin 23f HcpH soft 3/10 Nurse Susan (FR) 63/4l
Dec23 Asc 24f Hdl good 7/10 Crambo 15l
FORM 32-6404
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 12 runs since his last win in 2022 but shaped encouragingly after 9 weeks off when fourth in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (3m) under this rider last month.Hood goes on and she’s no forlorn hope.
4Feb Mus 23f HcpH soft 4/14 Curley Finger (IRE) 41/4l
Dec23 Fai 16f HcpH soft 11/19 Common Practice (IRE) 13l
Sep23 Gow 16f Hdl sf-hv 4 Magical Zoe (IRE) 43l
TFRHHHII BHA140
FORM 33-0233
TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful winning hurdler/chaser who comes here on thebackofagoodthirdof11inhandicaphurdleatExeterlastmonth.Veteran has twice come in third in this and can make his presence felt once more.
11Feb Exe 23f HcpH heavy 3/11 Shallow River (IRE) 31/2l
13Jan War 24f HcpC soft 3/14 Sam Brown 14l
Nov23 War 24f HcpC soft 2/6 Thomas Darby (IRE) 13/4l
FORM 1-22212 D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved a chunk with each of his four runs in this sphere,landing 2m2f Naas novice before an excellent second to Noble Birth in 2m6f handicap there 18 days ago Yet to race over 3m but gives strong impression it will really suit.Most interesting for yard with fine record in this
25Feb Naa 22f HcpH soft 2 Noble Birth 31/2l
28Jan Naa 18f Hdl soft 1 Nas Na Riogh (IRE) 8l
Dec23 Leo 20f Hdl sf-hv 2 Ballyburn (IRE) 25l
6 10-13
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
O Graham and Alison Jelley
B Robert Henry Fowler & Robert Chugg
S Jelson Ltd
13 PRAIRIE DANCER (IRE) (88)
B g Territories (IRE) - Polka Dot (IRE) 6 10-12
J J. J. Slevin E Blinkers
T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland
O Sean Sweeney/Kieran O’Hare
B Mr S. Sweeney
14 MONMIRAL (FR) (19)
Bl g Saint des Saints (FR) - Achere (FR) 7 10-12
J Harry Cobden E Blinkers, Tongue Strap
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales
B S.A.R.L. Carion EMM
S Morson Group
15 EMITOM (IRE) (33)
B g Gold Well - Avenging Angel (IRE) 10 10-11
J Tom Cannon
T Alan King, Barbury Castle
O The Spero Partnership Ltd
B Arctic Tack Stud
S Goodwin Racing Ltd
16 GAOTH CHUIL (IRE) (40)
B m Harzand (IRE) - Elyaadi
J Shane O’Callaghan (5)
T T. M. Walsh, Ireland
O Mr Michael A Ryan
B M. Ryan
6 10-10
TFRHHHHI BHA139
FORM 3151-11 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Is most progressive and completed a hat-trick on his first go over 3m in handicap hurdle at Haydock 26 days ago Should have more to offer at this trip Player
17Feb Hay 24f HcpH heavy 1/10 Lord Snootie (IRE) 1/2l
30Jan Chp 19f HcpH heavy 1/8 Supremely West (IRE) 12l
Apr23 Fls 20f Hdl soft 1/6 Storminhome (IRE) 13/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA138
FORM 500-3P3
TIMEFORMVIEWAthree-timehurdleswinnerin2022/23whoalsobagged adecentpotonthelevelinOctober Notseenoutsincequalifyingforthiswith a good third in 25f Carlisle handicap in December and lurks on a very fair mark.One to consider
Dec23 Car 25f HcpH gd-sf 3/8 Howlingmadmurdock (IRE) 11l
Nov23 Cur 12f Stk heavy 6 Vischio (IRE) 91/2l
Oct23 Naa 16f Hcp soft 1 Stoke The Fire (IRE) hd
TFRHHHII BHA138
FORM 240-044
TIMEFORM VIEW Not won since his unbeaten novice hurdle campaign (last successin20214-Y-OGrade1atAintree)buthe’sundoubtedlywellhandicapped and offered a bit more back in this sphere at Chepstow 3 weeks ago Stronger headgear goes on and he’s in the picture.
24Feb Chp 23f HcpH heavy 4/12 Classic Concorde (IRE) 11l
3Feb Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf 4/6 Marble Sands (FR) 15l
Dec23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 7/12 Fugitif (FR) 14l
TFRHHHII BHA137
FORM P1-2P21 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful start for this yard at Newbury last spring and resumed winning ways in 3m handicap there last month from Kyntara. Up 5lb but was fourth in the 2020 Stayers’ here and can’t be discounted.
10Feb Nby 24f HcpH heavy 1/10 Kyntara 13/4l
5Jan Lud 23f HcpH soft 2/5 Saint Davy (FR) 11/2l
Nov23 Hay 24f HcpH gd-sf P/15 Slate Lane (IRE) -
TFRHHHHI BHA136
FORM 1P-2212
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive mare who bagged traditionally-hot 23f handicap hurdle at Leopardstown in December Took another step forward when runner-up in similar event there last month, hindering chance with a last-flight error One to keep on the right side of
3Feb Leo 24f HcpH soft 2 Maxxum (IRE) 3/4l
Dec23 Leo 23f HcpH heavy 1 Farouk d’Alene (FR) nk
Nov23 Naa 19f HcpH soft 2/19 Espanito Bello (FR) 21/4l
17
HYLAND (FR) (26)
Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Medine (FR) 7 10-9
J Nico de Boinville
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
O The Ten From Seven
B Mr Denis Parreau Delhote
S Unibet
18
HECTOR JAVILEX (FR) (39)
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Peps Jarzeene (FR) 7 10-7
J Lilly Pinchin E Tongue Strap
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
O Mr David Mason
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis
S Merribelle Stable Llc
19 GABBYS CROSS (IRE) (109)
B g Frammassone (IRE) - Mille Et Une Nuits (FR)
J Darragh O’Keeffe
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Mr R. S. Brookhouse
B Mrs P. M. Grainger
20 JUDICIAL LAW (IRE) (33)
B g Fame And Glory - Miss Overdrive
9 10-7
TFRHHHII BHA135
FORM 20-1136 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3m handicap on the other course in October and posted a respectable sixth of 16 at Ascot (19.3f,good to soft) 26 days ago Back up in trip now and another interesting contender for the yard
17Feb Asc 19f HcpH gd-sf 6/16 Mothill (IRE) 101/4l
Dec23 Nby 24f HcpH gd-sf 3/12 Ed Keeper (FR) 71/2l
Oct23 Chl 23f HcpH gd-sf 1/20 Judicial Law (IRE) 2l
TFRHHHII BHA133
FORM 4140-43 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who arrives on the back of a solid third in handicap at Musselburgh (3m) 39 days ago Stronger pace here will suit and he could outrun his odds
4Feb Mus 23f HcpH soft 3/14 Curley Finger (IRE) 4l
Dec23 Nby 23f HcpC soft 4/5 Brave Kingdom (FR) 21l
Mar23 Chl 23f HcpH soft 19/23 Good Time Jonny (IRE) 31l
TFRHHHII BHA133
FORM 3U-0022 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2022 but he arrives in good nick,second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (24.4f,soft) in November Considered after a break.
Nov23 Pun 24f HcpH soft 2 Jody Ted (IRE) 11/2l
Oct23 Gal 21f HcpH soft 2/15 Buddy One (IRE) 33/4l Sep23 Lis 24f HcpC yd-sf 7/17 Desertmore House (IRE) 11l
7 10-6
J Richie McLernon E Cheek Pieces
T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
O Mrs Gay Smith
B Michael Tobin
S Wasdell Group, Ashford Stud of 5095
21 POPOVA (IRE) (109)
Ch
7 10-6
J Rachael Blackmore
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Mr D. Maughan
B Pier House Stud
22 KYNTARA (GB) (33)
J Charlie Deutsch
T Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
O Lady Dulverton
B H. D. J. Daly
S Price & Son Groundworks
23
ALPESH AMIN (IRE) (26)
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Star Shuil (IRE) 7 10-4
J M. M. McDonagh (3)
T Eric McNamara, Ireland
O Ms Olivia Long
B R. McCarthy
24 NOBLE BIRTH (GB) (18)
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Miss Noble
J Conor McNamara
T Eric McNamara, Ireland
O In Bounds Syndicate
B Miss Noble Partnership
DECLARED RUNNERS 26
7 10-3
E Tongue Strap
TFRHHHII BHA132
FORM 331205
TIMEFORMVIEWAddedtohistallyinfirst-timecheekpiecesatKelsoinSeptember beforesplittingHylandandFlightDeckindeeperhandicaphere.Recordedaverygood fifth to Emitom in 3m handicap at Newbury 33 days ago and could go well in re-fitted headgear
10Feb Nby 24f HcpH heavy 5/10 Emitom (IRE) 73/4l
Nov23 Chl 23f HcpH soft 8/15 Buddy One (IRE) 38l
Oct23 Chl 23f HcpH gd-sf 2/20 Hyland (FR) 2l
FORM 30-5134
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Listowel in September and ran well in a qualifier over extended 3m at Punchestown when last seen in November Unexposed over this distance and wouldn’t dismiss
Nov23 Pun 24f HcpH soft 4 Jody Ted (IRE) 51/2l
Oct23 Lim 22f Hdl heavy 3 Space Tourist (IRE) 15l
Sep23 Lis 20f Hdl good 1 Space Tourist (IRE) s.h
TFRHHHII BHA131
FORM 20-1122 D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Is going the right way for his new yard,winning staying handicaps in good style at Lingfield and Aintree before Christmas Posted an excellent second to Emitom at Newbury (3m) last time and can’t be discounted.
10Feb Nby 24f HcpH heavy 2/10 Emitom (IRE) 13/4l
13Jan War 25f HcpH soft 2/8 J’Ai Froid (IRE) 3/4l
Dec23 Ain 24f HcpH heavy 1/7 Gaye Legacy (IRE) 7l
TFRHHHII BHA130
FORM 41-6321
TIMEFORMVIEWProvedbetterthanevertogetoffthemarkfortheseason in19-runnerhandicaphurdleatGowran(2m4f)26daysago Revisedmarkto overcome but seems sure to relish this stiffer test and could take a hand.
17Feb Gow 20f HcpH heavy 1 The Lovely Man (IRE) 2l
Dec23 Lim 20f HcpH heavy 2 Cato’s Revenge (IRE) 41/2l
Nov23 Pun 24f HcpH soft 3 Jody Ted (IRE) 51/2l
TFRHHHII BHA129
FORM 0-P2401
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed previous promise when opening account for the season in 23f handicap hurdle at Naas 18 days ago by 3 1/2 lengths from Cleatus Poolaw.More needed off career-high mark now and suspect he’ll be vulnerable to unexposed rivals
25Feb Naa 22f HcpH soft 1 Cleatus Poolaw 31/2l
4Feb Mus 23f HcpH soft 9/14 Curley Finger (IRE) 19l
Nov23 Chl 23f HcpH soft 4/15 Buddy One (IRE) 18l
2023: GOOD TIME JONNY (IRE) 8 11 4 Liam McKenna 9-1 (A J Martin) 23 ran
Stewards Note: J’AI FROID: Following its run on 17/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Cleatus Poolaw (GB), 8-1 Gaoth Chuil (IRE), 12-1 Chantry House (IRE), Cuthbert Dibble (IRE), 14-1 Icare Allen (FR), 18-1 Farouk d’Alene (FR), 20-1 Springwell Bay (GB), Gabbys Cross (IRE), 22-1 Emitom (IRE), 25-1 Kyntara (GB), Noble Birth (GB), 28-1 Le Milos (GB), Gowel Road (IRE), Mill Green (GB), 33-1 Monmiral (FR), Hyland (FR), 40-1 Bold Endeavour (GB), Judicial Law (IRE), Popova (IRE), Alpesh Amin (IRE), 50-1 Anna Bunina (FR), Prairie Dancer (IRE), Hector Javilex (FR), 66-1 Flight Deck (IRE)
There is more to come from CLEATUS POOLAW, who has a profile not too dissimilar to that of Delta Work, successful as a novice in this for connections back in 2018, and with this stiffer test sure to suit he’s taken to come out on top The Leopardstown handicap Gaoth Chuil won at Christmas often throws up the winner of this and she’s a big player Cuthbert Dibble and 2021 Golden Miller-winner Chantry House are a couple of the other leading contenders
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RACE DESCRIPTION The Grade 1 Ryanair Steeple Chase is a race for five-year-olds and upwards which are rated in excess of 130 and is run over the intermediate trip of two miles, four and a half furlongs. It therefore suits horses that perhaps find the Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase on the sharp side and those that find the Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup trip a step too far at this stage in their careers. Always a competitive race at The Festival.
The past 10 winners were French-bred
14 of the past 15 winners were aged 7-9
12 of the past 16 winners had already won a Grade 1
Chacun Pour Soi was sent out at a decent gallop by Danny Mullins with eventual winner Envoi Allen a little keen under Rachael Blackmore in fourth The well backed Shishkin wasn’t overly fluent at some of his fences and did jump to his left throughout At the third from home he made a terrible error that would ultimately cost him in the finish. Envoi Allen travelled powerfully to the front and with his rivals held in behind him, he coasted to his third Festival win.
Run over two miles, four furlongs & 127 yards. 17 fences to be jumped
Total prize fund of £388,125 £218,397 to the winner
Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years
TRAINER
Willie Mullins 5 winners
Today Willie saddles Capodanno
JOCKEY Rachael Blackmore 2 winners
Today Rachael rides
Envoi Allen
The Ryanair Steeple Chase, or the Festival Trophy Steeple Chase to give it its registered name, was introduced in 2005 when a fourth day was added to The Festival. Some think that it is the reincarnation of the Cathcart Challenge Cup but that isn’t strictly true as that race was restricted to first and second-season chasers. Run over a distance of two miles, four and a half furlongs, the race was initially granted Grade 2 status and was sponsored by the Daily Telegraph.
Thisthatandtother had proven his liking for Cheltenham by finishing runner-up in that season’s BetVictor Gold Cup, December Gold Cup and re-scheduled Victor Chandler Chase. Memories of his fall when sent off favourite for the previous season’s Arkle were soon forgotten as the Paul Nicholls-trained gelding won out in a gripping battle with Fondmort in the hands of Ruby Walsh.
Paul Nicholls and Ruby Walsh became the first trainer and jockey to win the Ryanair twice when Taranis, the youngest winner of the race, beat the unfortunate Our Vic in a gripping dive for the line. A neck was the official verdict – the shortest winning distance in the race’s history. The David Pipe-trained Our Vic had been pulled-up in the inaugural race and finished 9th behind Fondmort before his narrow defeat in 2007 but twelve months later, the year the race achieved Grade 1 status, he gained compensation with a five length victory in the hands of Timmy Murphy.
In 2009 Imperial Commander gave us all a glimpse of what was to come when staying on gamely in the hands of Paddy Brennan to beat the 2006 Arkle and 2007 Champion Chase winner Voy Por Ustedes. Twelve months later, the Nigel TwistonDavies-trained Imperial Commander returned to Cheltenham to land the Gold Cup; beating Denman by seven lengths
Jonjo O’Neill’s Albertas Run proved the biggest priced winner of the Ryanair when dispelling his starting price of 14-1 to win under A. P. McCoy in 2010. He was sent off at 6-1 for the following season’s renewal but the result was the same. Under a typical McCoy drive Albertas Run became the first horse to win the race twice In fact, he went very close to a hat-trick of victories but at the age of eleven he was unable to handle the finishing kick of his younger rival Riverside Theatre. The Nicky Henderson-trained winner was a well supported 7-2 favourite and he became the first outright winning favourite of the race, thanks in part to jockey Barry Geraghty.
The 2013 renewal saw the widest margin winner of the Ryanair when Cue Card routed his rivals by nine lengths. After running well in defeat in the 2011 Supreme and 2012 Arkle, the 2010 Champion Bumper winner got back to winning ways for father and son team Colin and Joe Tizzard.
Dynaste gave his trainer David Pipe a second victory in the race in 2014 with a two-and-a-quarterlength success, some six years after Our Vic landed the spoils for the Pond House team. Uxizandre gave jockey AP McCoy the perfect Festival send off as he produced a fine front-running display to win the race four years ago.
Willie Mullins landed back-to-back Ryanair Chases in 2016 and 2017 courtesy of Vautour and Un De Sceaux. However, the master of Closutton was denied a hat-trick twelve months later as Henry De Bromhead’s Balko des Flos beat Un de Sceaux by four and a half lengths, but it wasn’t long for Mullins to wait to regain the crown as Min put in an exhibition of jumping to win the 2020 renewal of the race.
The 2019 renewal saw a brave performance from Paul Nicholls’ Frodon, who battled back bravely up the hill under Bryony Frost to defeat Aso, third in 2018, by just over a length to begin what came to be known as ‘The Golden Hour’. The pair returned to jubilant scenes in the winners’ enclosure with a first Grade 1 triumph for a horse that is very popular with the racing public
In 2021 we saw the emergence of a new superstar, Allaho. Willie Mullins’ seven-year-old proved to be one of the more popular bets of the week after a significant market support just before the off He returned last year to defend his crown and once more we were treated to another jumping exhibition, as he romped home by 14-lengths. In his absence, Envoi Allen has taken up the mantle for Cheveley Park and this year bids to follow in Allaho’s footsteps by becoming a dual winner of the race
Jockey J
Trainer T
Owner O
Breeder B
Sponsor S
Equipment E
for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £388125
Owners Prize Money. 1st £167049, 2nd £68853, 3rd £34427, 4th £17233, 5th £8616, 6th £4308, 7th £2135, 8th £1087. (Penalty Value £218397.93)
Leading course trainer (19-24): W P Mullins (39 wins from 330 runners, 12%) runs CAPODANNO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 46 runners, 30%) runs CAPODANNO
Fancy That: H De Bromhead won this race in 2018 and 2023. The stable runs ENVOI ALLEN today. W P Mullins won this race in 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021 and 2022. The stable runs CAPODANNO today.
1 AHOY SENOR (IRE) (26)
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dara Supreme (IRE)
J Derek Fox
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O Wymer & Russell
B Mr D.P. Constable
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
2 BANBRIDGE (IRE) (61)
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Old Carton Lass (IRE)
J J. J. Slevin
T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland
O Mr R. A. Bartlett
B Dan McSorley
S Albert Bartlett
3 CAPODANNO (FR) (47)
Ch g Manduro (GER) - Day Gets Up (FR)
9 11-10
TFRHHIII BHA160
FORM F2-PP43 C
8 11-10
8 11-10
J Mark Walsh E Tongue Strap
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mr John P. McManus
B Mr Andre Hebert
4 CONFLATED (IRE) (40)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Saucy Present (IRE) 10 11-10
J Jack Kennedy
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Gigginstown House Stud
B Dillon Family
S Gordon Elliott
5 ENVOI ALLEN (FR) (124)
B g Muhtathir - Reaction (FR)
10 11-10
J Rachael Blackmore E Tongue Strap
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Cheveley Park Stud
B Mr Bruno Vagne
S Cheveley Park Stud Limited
6 FIL DOR (FR) (95)
Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - La Turbale (FR) 6 11-10
J Keith Donoghue E Tongue Strap
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Robcour
B Mrs Henri Devin
S Gordon Elliott
7 FUGITIF (FR) (47)
B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Turiane (FR) 9 11-10
J Sean Bowen E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Richard Hobson, Little Rissington
O Mr Carl Hinchy & Dr Emad Hussain
B Mr Andre Rousseau
S RH Bloodstock
2m 4f 127y + 46y due to rail movement
TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser at his peak but this season has been rather underwhelming, beaten 9 1/2 lengths when third of 4 in Ascot Chase (21f,good to soft) latest.Others arrive with more pressing claims
17Feb Asc 21f Ch gd-sf 3/4 Pic D’orhy (FR) 91/2l
27Jan Chl 25f Ch gd-sf 4/6 Capodanno (FR) 10l
Dec23 Nby 25f HcpC gd-sf P/20 Datsalrightgino (GER) -
TFRHHHHI BHA162
FORM 11321-1 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW WonMartinPipeat2022FestivalandtookCheltenhamrecord to2-2inaGrade2novicechaseinNovemberofthatyear Roundedofflastseasonwith a Grade 1 novice win at Aintree and returned to beat Pic d’Orhy in Kempton Grade 2 in January.Solid form claims but soft ground possibly not ideal.
13Jan Kmp 20f Ch gd-sf 1/5 Pic D’orhy (FR) 13/4l
Apr23 Ain 19f Ch gd-sf 1/5 Saint Roi (FR) 11/2l Feb23 Leo 17f Ch yield 2/8 El Fabiolo (FR) 10l
TFRHHHII BHA161
FORM 13P-631 C
TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser Couldn’t live with his outstanding stablemate Galopin des Champs in the Savills at Leopardstown over Christmas but he got back to winning ways in the Grade 2 Cotswold over 25f here at the end of January.This test a bit sharper than ideal.
27Jan Chl 25f Ch gd-sf 1/6 The Real Whacker (IRE) 23/4l
Dec23 Leo 24f Ch soft 3/8 Galopin des Champs (FR) 23l
Nov23 Thu 22f Ch yield 6/6 Classic Getaway (IRE) 26l
TFRHHHII BHA166
FORM 3P-53UU
TIMEFORM VIEW Former Irish Gold Cup and Savills winner who was third inlastyear’sGoldCupatthismeeting.Enoughinthisseason’seffortstothink he retains most of his ability, set for third when unseating at the last in this year’s Irish Gold Cup Down in trip
3Feb Leo 24f Ch soft U/4 Galopin des Champs (FR) -
Dec23 Leo 24f Ch soft U/8 Galopin des Champs (FR) -
Nov23 Dow 24f Ch soft 3/4 Gerri Colombe (FR) 11/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA164
FORM 1014-32 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a third Festival success when seeing of Shishkin in this 12 months ago Back to that level when neck second of 4 to Gerri Colombe in 3m Down Royal Grade 1 in November Kept fresh for this since.
Nov23 Dow 24f Ch soft 2/4 Gerri Colombe (FR) nk
Sep23 Gow 20f Ch heavy 3 Easy Game (FR) 81/2l
Apr23 Pun 24f Ch yield 4/5 Fastorslow (FR) 16l
TFRHHIII BHA151
FORM 5106-22
TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who returned with good seconds to Dinoblue and El Fabiolo in 2m Graded events at Naas and Cork before Christmas Well below par on the 2 previous occasions he’s raced in excess of around 2m.
Dec23 Crk 16f Ch sf-hv 2/6 El Fabiolo (FR) 43/4l
Nov23 Naa 16f Ch soft 2/5 Dinoblue (FR) 13/4l
Apr23 Fai 20f Hdl yd-sf 6/6 Asterion Forlonge (FR) 53l
TFRHHIII BHA157
FORM 225-413 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally landed a big pot in December Gold Cup over C&Dandfaredaswellascouldbeexpectedwhenthirdin2mGrade1hereat the end of January.The step back up in trip will suit but the suspicion is he’ll find a few too strong again.
27Jan Chl 16f Ch gd-sf 3/5 Elixir de Nutz (FR) 63/4l
Dec23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 1/12 Il Ridoto (FR) s.h
Nov23 Chl 20f HcpC soft
8 GA LAW (FR) (47)
B g Sinndar (IRE) - Law (FR)
8 11-10
J Gavin Sheehan E Cheek Pieces
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
O The Footie Partnership
B Jean-Francois Magnien
S Betvictor
9 HITMAN (FR) (33)
B g Falco (USA) - Tercah Girl (FR)
8 11-10
J Bryony Frost E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
O Mason, Hogarth, Ferguson & Done
B Mme C. Villaud Ameline & Mr Q. Villaud
S Morson Group
10 PROTEKTORAT (FR) (33)
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR) 9 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 Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
11 STAGE STAR (IRE) (73)
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
8 11-10
TFRHHHII BHA156
FORM F5P-601 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Won last season’s Paddy Power and bagged another big middle-distance handicap at this track when seeing off 12 rivals over C&D (good to soft) at the end of January. Only fifth in this last year and probably vulnerable again back at Graded level.
27Jan Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/13 Lounge Lizard 13/4l
Dec23 Nby 25f HcpC gd-sf 7/20 Datsalrightgino (GER) 19l
Nov23 Wet 24f Hdl soft 6/6 Botox Has (FR) 35l
TFRHHHII BHA157
FORM 236-002
TIMEFORM VIEW Third to Envoi Allen in this last year Ran poorly in top-end handicaps on first 2 outings this term but back on form when 4 1/4 lengths second of 5 to Shishkin in Grade 2 Denman at Newbury (3m, soft). Doesn’t find much off bridle and more a place than win player again.
10Feb Nby 23f Ch heavy 2/5 Shishkin (IRE) 41/4l
27Jan Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 9/13 Ga Law (FR) 26l
Oct23 Ain 19f HcpC gd-sf 11/11 Jetoile (IRE) 114l
TFRHHHII BHA165
FORM 45-4323 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Betfair Chase last term and creditable fifth in theGoldCuphereonfinalstart.Remotelastof4inthisseason’sBetfairChase but has run with credit in his 3 outings since,finishing 4 3/4 lengths third of 5 to Shishkin in Denman at Newbury (3m,soft) on latest.Down in trip
10Feb Nby 23f Ch heavy 3/5 Shishkin (IRE) 43/4l
21Jan Lin 22f Ch soft 2/6 L’homme Presse (FR) 21/4l Dec23 Chl 26f HcpC soft 3/8 Broadway Boy (IRE) 3l
TFRHHHHH BHA166
FORM 1115-1P CD BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Won Grade 1 Golden Miller at the 2023 Festival and took his formupanothernotchwithvictoryinthePaddyPowerGoldCuphereonreappearance in November Can’t have been right when pulled up back here on New Year’s Day and likelyto bounce backatacourse where hehas goodoverallrecord
1Jan Chl 20f HcpC heavy P/6 Shakem Up’arry (IRE)Nov23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 1/14 Notlongtillmay 4l Apr23 Ain 19f Ch gd-sf 5/5 Banbridge (IRE) 15l
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: ENVOI ALLEN (FR) 9 11 10 Rachael Blackmore 13-2 (Henry de Bromhead) 9 ran
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Banbridge (IRE), 5-1 Envoi Allen (FR), Stage Star (IRE), 10-1 Capodanno (FR), 12-1 Conflated (IRE), Protektorat (FR), 14-1 Fil Dor (FR), 18-1 Ahoy Senor (IRE), 25-1 Ga Law (FR), Hitman (FR), 28-1 Fugitif (FR)
Although STAGE STAR bombed out in a C&D handicap last time his overall Cheltenham record, which includes a win in last year’s Golden Miller, provides hope that he can bounce back to form with a bang. The likelihood of a soft ground is a slight worry for Banbridge so it could be that the chief threat comes from last year’s winner Envoi Allen, a 3-time Festival scorer
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STAGE STAR (IRE) 2.ENVOI ALLEN (FR) 3.BANBRIDGE (IRE)
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RACE DESCRIPTION The ultimate stamina test for hurdlers, the Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle Race is run over three miles. Recent famous winners on the illustrious Roll of Honour include Baracouda, Inglis Drever, multiple winner Big Buck’s and more recently Thistlecrack, Nichols Canyon, Penhill, Paisley Park and Flooring Porter. As is often the case in a Grade 1 hurdle, all horses carry the same weight, in this case 11st 10lb.
12 of the past 17 winners were rated 160+
20 of the past 24 winners finished 1st or 2nd last time out
7 of the past 10 winners were secondseason hurdlers
Despite being 11, there would be no stopping Sire Du Berlais and Mark Walsh in what was an action packed finish of the 2023 Stayers Hurdle. As the rain came crashing down on Thursdays feature race, it became a stamina sapping battle between Dashel Drasher, Teahupoo, Flooring Porter and Sire Du Berlais. Dashel Drasher looked as though he might hold on from the front but the veteran Sire Du Berlais would not be denied another Festival win for Gordon Elliott.
Run over two miles, seven furlongs & 213 yards. 12 hurdles to be jumped
Total prize fund of £325,000 £182,877 to the winner
Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years
TRAINER
Willie Mullins 2 winners
Today Willie saddles
Asterion Forlonge, Janidil & Sir Gerhard
JOCKEY
Mark Walsh
1 winner
Today Mark rides
Sire du Berlais
The Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle is the most prestigious long-distance hurdle race in the calendar. It was introduced to The Festival in 1972 when it replaced the Spa Hurdle and was initially known as the Lloyds Bank Stayers’ Hurdle. Originally held on Tuesday or Wednesday until it was switched to the Thursday in 1993, the inaugural race was won by Parlour Moor, trained by Harry Thomson Jones and ridden by Macer Gifford.
Tommy Carberry steered Brown Lad to victory in 1975 for trainer Jim Dreaper before becoming the first jockey to win the race twice when partnering the Peter Easterby-trained Town Ship to victory in 1977. In 1982 Crimson Embers gave Fulke Walwyn his first of three Stayers’ Hurdle successes when partnered by Stuart Shilston and the trio combined again four years later when Crimson Embers became the first horse to regain the title and at eleven, the oldest winner of the race.
Galmoy became the first horse to win back-to-back renewals in 1987 and 1988 for trainer John Mulhern and jockey Tommy Carmody. The Barry Hills-trained Nomadic Way was equally at home racing on the level or over hurdles and in 1992 won the Stayers’ Hurdle with those famous Sangster colours carried by Jamie Osborne. Martin Pipe recorded the first of two Stayers’ Hurdle successes in 1994 when Balasani held off all challengers under Mark Perrett and two years later Cyborgo followed suit when ridden by David Bridgwater.
Multiple winners were aplenty in the 2000s. The French raider Baracouda set the trend when winning in the famous silks of J. P. McManus in 2002 and 2003 for Francois and Thierry Doumen 2005 proved a landmark year for more than one reason. The title of the race was changed to the World Hurdle when Ladbrokes took over the sponsorship and it also saw the emergence of one of the best-known names associated with the race.
The Howard Johnson-trained Inglis Drever dominated the race during the mid-part of the decade winning three times in 2005, 2007 and 2008 Graham Lee did the steering for his first success whilst Paddy Brennan took over for his second success and Denis O’Regan for the third, meaning that Inglis Drever is the only multiple winner in the race’s history to be ridden by three different jockeys.
Prior to 2009 Paul Nicholls had been out of luck in the Stayers’ Hurdle and Big Buck’s hadn’t looked anything out of the ordinary in his native France, winning twice from 13 starts, but in the hands of Nicholls he blossomed into the best hurdler of his generation and arguably the best we have ever seen.
The 2009 Festival provided the springboard to a career that saw him win back-to-back Stayers’ Hurdles from 2009 to 2012 under the tutorage of Ruby Walsh In fact, from January 2009 to December 2012 the stylish hurdler went a total of 18 races unbeaten. In four short years, Big Buck’s, Paul Nicholls and Ruby Walsh became the most successful horse, trainer and jockey in the race’s history
Injury prevented the superstar defending his title in 2013 when the Charles Byrnes-trained Solwhit took full advantage under Paul Carberry – 36 years after his father had won with Town Ship
With Sun Bets taking over the sponsorship in 2017 and changing the race title back to the Stayers’ Hurdle, the final World Hurdle saw Colin Tizzard’s brilliant hurdler Thistlecrack land the spoils, stretching clear up the famous Cheltenham hill to win by seven lengths at the line.
The inaugural Sun Bets Stayers’ Hurdle saw trainer Willie Mullins gain a first success in the 3m prize with Nichols Canyon and Mullins was back in the Winner’s Enclosure twelve months later with Penhill. Paisley Park’s dominance of the stayers’ hurdling arena began in 2019 and he duly landed the Grade 1 prize here at The Festival. In 2020, Paddy Power took over their sponsorship, with Lisnagar Oscar springing a surprise in their inaugural year Previous winners have a great record in the race and with last year’s winner Sire Du Berlais being joined by Paisley Park and Flooring Porter, we could well see another add their name once more to the roll of honour.
Jockey J
Trainer T
Owner O
Breeder B
Sponsor S
Equipment E
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £325000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £139880, 2nd £57655, 3rd £28828, 4th £14430, 5th £7215, 6th £3608, 7th £1788, 8th £910. (Penalty Value £182877.50)
Leading course trainer (19-24): W P Mullins (39 wins from 330 runners, 12%) runs ASTERION FORLONGE, JANIDIL & SIR GERHARD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 46 runners, 30%) runs ASTERION FORLONGE, JANIDIL & SIR GERHARD
Fancy That: W P Mullins won this race in 2017 and 2018. The stable runs ASTERION FORLONGE, JANIDIL & SIR GERHARD today.
1 ASTERION FORLONGE (FR) (77)
Gr g Coastal Path - Belle du Brizais (FR) 10 11-10
J Mr P. W. Mullins E Tongue Strap
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mrs J. Donnelly
B E.A.R.L. La Forlonge
2 BUDDY ONE (IRE) (77)
B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - May’s Magic (IRE) 7 11-10
J Jack G. Gilligan
T Paul John Gilligan, Ireland
O E. Lynch/T.C.Quinn/John J. McGrath
B Martin Cullinane
3 CHAMP (IRE) (47)
B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - China Sky (IRE) 12 11-10
J Non Runner E Cheek Pieces
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
O Mr John P. McManus
B Philip and Mrs Jane Myerscough
4 CRAMBO (GB) (82)
2m 7f 213y
FORM 212-052
TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart hurdler/chaser at his best. Better for return when respectable 11 lengths second of 6 to Irish Point in Grade 1 Christmas Hurdle at Leopardstown (23.4f,heavy) 77 days ago Sole Grade 1 win came as a novice 4 years ago so likely to come up short again.
Dec23 Leo 23f Hdl heavy 2/6 Irish Point (FR) 11l
Nov23 Pun 19f Ch soft 5/6 Fastorslow (FR) 17l
May23 Aut 25f Hdl soft 10/15 Theleme (FR) 37l
FORM 43115P CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed again when winning C&D handicap in November but came in last of 5 to Teahupoo when stepped up to this level in Hatton’s Grace Hurdle (22/1) at Fairyhouse next time. Reportedly scoped wrong when pulled up in Christmas Hurdle at Leopardstown since.
Dec23 Leo 23f Hdl heavy P/6 Irish Point (FR)Dec23 Fai 20f Hdl soft 5/5 Teahupoo (FR) 27l
Nov23 Chl 23f HcpH soft 1/15 The Newest One (IRE) 1l
TFRIIIII BHA156
FORM 3/135-45 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER
ORM
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Cardline (FR) 7 11-10
J Jonathan Burke E Tongue Strap
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
O Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd & Chris Giles
B Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd
S Bresbet
5 DASHEL DRASHER (GB) (47)
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
6 FLOORING PORTER (IRE) (76)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Lillymile (IRE)
11 11-10
9 11-10
J Keith Donoghue E Tongue Strap
T Gavin Cromwell, Ireland
O Flooring Porter Syndicate
B Sean Murphy
7 HOME BY THE LEE (IRE) (77)
B g Fame And Glory - Going For Home (IRE) 9 11-10
J J. J. Slevin E Blinkers
T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland
O Mr Sean O’Driscoll
B Mr Sean O’Driscoll
27Jan Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf 5/7 Noble Yeats (IRE) 3l
Dec23 Asc 24f Hdl good 4/10 Crambo 9l
Apr23 Ain 24f Hdl gd-sf 5/10 Sire du Berlais (FR) 20l
5/7 4/10 du
TFRHHHHI BHA157
FORM 110-131 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Has progressed through the ranks over hurdles and had DashelDrasherandChampinbehindwhenedgingoutPaisleyParkinGrade 1 Long Walk Hurdle at Ascot (24.4f,good) 82 days ago.More needed again to beat the best of the Irish but that is entirely possible (unexposed at 3m).
Dec23 Asc 24f Hdl good 1/10 Paisley Park (IRE) s.h
Nov23 Hay 24f HcpH gd-sf 3/15 Slate Lane (IRE) 21/2l
Oct23 Ain 20f HcpH gd-sf 1/8 Santos Blue 21/4l
TFRHHHII BHA156
FORM 26-3134 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Tough and likeable sort who edged out the penalised Paisley Park to win Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury in December and creditable efforts in defeat since, 3 lengths fourth to Noble Yeats in Cleeve Hurdle over C&D last time. Most unlikely he’ll better last year’s superb second in this,however
27Jan Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf 4/7 Noble Yeats (IRE) 3l
Dec23 Asc 24f Hdl good 3/10 Crambo 6l
Dec23 Nby 24f Hdl gd-sf 1/6 Paisley Park (IRE) hd
TFRHHHHI BHA156
FORM 43-0133 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who won this race in 2021 and 2022. Couldn’tcompletethe hat-trick12monthsagobutstillranhisbestrace ofthe seasontofinishfourth(31/2lengthsbehindSireduBerlais).Notsogoodtried over fences this term so no surprise to see him have another crack at this
Dec23 Leo 24f Ch soft 3/6 Grangeclare West (IRE) 16l
Nov23 Pun 24f Ch soft 3/7 Favori de Champdou (FR) 15l
Oct23 Chl 24f Ch gd-sf 1/4 Broadway Boy (IRE) 21/2l
TFRHHHII BHA155
FORM 115P-35 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of the Christmas Hurdle at Leopardstown last season before shaping better than the bare result when fifth in this race (beaten under 4 lengths despite a serious mistake at the sixth).However,doesn’t arrive in the same form for this year’s renewal,looking moody latest.Headgear refitted.
Dec23 Leo 23f Hdl heavy 5/6 Irish Point (FR) 20l
Nov23 Nav 20f Hdl sf-hv 3/5 Bob Olinger (IRE) 51/4l
Apr23 Ain 24f Hdl gd-sf P/10 Sire du Berlais (FR) -
8 JANIDIL (FR) (61)
B g Indian Daffodil (IRE) - Janidouce (FR) 10 11-10
J Jody McGarvey E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mr John P. McManus
B Mr Hubert Langot & Mr Michel Langot
9 NOBLE YEATS (IRE) (47)
B g Yeats (IRE) - That’s Moyne (IRE) 9 11-10
J Harry Cobden E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Emmet Mullins, Ireland
O Mr Robert Waley-Cohen
B Mrs Kristene Hunter
S Upton Viva Stud
10 PAISLEY PARK (IRE) (47)
B g Oscar (IRE) - Presenting Shares (IRE) 12 11-10
J Tom Bellamy E Tongue Strap
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
O Mr Andrew Gemmell
B M. Conaghan
S Hatherden Horse Transport
11 SIRE DU BERLAIS (FR) (32)
B g Poliglote - Royale Athenia (FR)
12 11-10
J Mark Walsh E Blinkers, Tongue Strap
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Mr John P. McManus
B Mr Jean-Marc Lucas et al
S Gordon Elliott
12 SIR GERHARD (IRE) (74)
B g Jeremy (USA) - Faanan Aldaar (IRE)
J P. Townend
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Cheveley Park Stud
B Keatingstown Bloodstock
S Cheveley Park Stud Limited
13 TEAHUPOO (FR) (102)
9 11-10
FORM P10F-23
TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser on his day (second in Ryanair in 2022). Decent second of 3 in Grade 2 at Clonmel on comeback but failed to build on that next time and this a tough ask on his belated return to hurdles (last seen in this sphere when fifth in Albert Bartlett 4 years ago).
13Jan Kmp 20f Ch gd-sf 3/5 Banbridge (IRE) 18l
Nov23 Clo 20f Ch heavy 2/3 Allaho (FR) 9l
Apr23 Fai 19f Ch soft F/4 Easy Game (FR) -
FORM 344-021 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser who won the 2022 Grand National.Having onlyhisthirdcareerstartoverhurdleswhennarrowlybeatingthepenalisedPaisley ParkinCleeveHurdleatthisC&D(goodtosoft)47daysago Moreneededherebut has plenty of scope to improve given chase form.Interesting contender
27Jan Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf 1/7 Paisley Park (IRE) hd
Dec23 Lim 20f Hdl heavy 2 Sa Majeste (FR) 41/2l
May23 Aut 30f Ch soft 7/18 Rosario Baron (FR) 15l
TFRHHHII BHA157
FORM 130-222 CD BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran stayer but no signs of slowing down,going down only narrowly in Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury (beaten a head by Dashel Drasher), Ascot’s Long Walk Hurdle (beaten short head by Crambo) and Cleeve Hurdle over C&D (beaten a head by Noble Yeats) this term.Record in this reads 17337.
27Jan Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf 2/7 Noble Yeats (IRE) hd
Dec23 Asc 24f Hdl good 2/10 Crambo s.h
Dec23 Nby 24f Hdl gd-sf 2/6 Dashel Drasher hd
FORM P4113-0 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Grand servant who is a 3-time winner at the Cheltenham Festival,including at big odds in this race 12 months ago (no fluke about it).Should be sharper for his belated comeback run at Navan and this is his time of year (has also won last 2 renewals of Liverpool Hurdle) but no 12-y-o has won this
11Feb Nav 21f Hdl heavy 7/8 Hiddenvalley Lake (IRE) 24l
Apr23 Pun 23f Hdl gd-yd 3/9 Klassical Dream (FR) nk
Apr23 Ain 24f Hdl gd-sf 1/10 Marie’s Rock (IRE) 31/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA155
FORM 102P-F1 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Leading novice hurdler of 2021/22 campaign and a smart novice chaser last term.Closing in second when falling heavily 2 out in Grade 3 chase at Naas on return and showed no ill effects when landing odds back hurdling at Punchestown on New Year’s Eve.Unproven beyond 21f but not dismissed.
Dec23 Pun 19f Hdl heavy 1 Thedevilscoachman (IRE) 23/4l
Nov23 Naa 16f Ch soft F/5 Dinoblue (FR)Apr23 Pun 24f Ch yd-sf P/6 Feronily (IRE) -
TFRHHHHH BHA162
FORM 61134-1 D
B g Masked Marvel - Droit d’Aimer (FR) 7 11-10
J Jack Kennedy
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Robcour
B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet et al
S Gordon Elliott
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
TIMEFORM VIEW High-classhurdlerwhowasaclosethirdinthislastyearwhen favourite. Better than ever when making it back-to-back wins in Grade 1 Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse on return in December Kept fresh for this (4-4 when returning from an absence of 3 months or longer) and huge run expected.
Dec23 Fai 20f Hdl soft 1/5 Impaire Et Passe (FR) 1l
Apr23 Pun 23f Hdl gd-yd 4/9 Klassical Dream (FR) 3l
Mar23 Chl 23f Hdl soft 3/11 Sire du Berlais (FR) nose
2023: SIRE DU BERLAIS (FR) 11 11 10 Mark Walsh 33-1 (Gordon Elliott) 11 ran
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Teahupoo (FR), 5-1 Crambo (GB), 8-1 Noble Yeats (IRE), 10-1 Sir Gerhard (IRE), 12-1 Flooring Porter (IRE), Home By The Lee (IRE), 18-1 Paisley Park (IRE), Sire du Berlais (FR), 40-1 Buddy One (IRE), Dashel Drasher (GB), 66-1 Asterion Forlonge (FR), 80-1 Janidil (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
The veterans came out on top in last season’s renewal, but TEAHUPOO was a close third when only a 6-y-o and has improved again this year judging by the manner of his win in the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse on his return in December, so looks the one to beat Fellow 7-y-o Crambo appeals as the main threat given the rate of his progress, though top-class chaser Noble Yeats won the Cleeve Hurdle on only his third start in this sphere so is a fascinating contender
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TEAHUPOO (FR) 2.CRAMBO 3.NOBLE YEATS (IRE)
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RACE DESCRIPTION
The Trustatrader Plate is a Premier Handicap Steeple Chase run over two miles, four and a half furlongs. Handicaps exist as an attempt to level the playing field for horses of varying quality, thereby ensuring more competitive racing for connections and punters alike All horses possess an official BHA rating that reflects their relative abilities. Put simply, the higher the rating, the bigger the weight carried - see how 152 rated James du Berlais carries 6lb more than the 146 rated Embittered.
The past 5 winners had won at Cheltenham earlier that season
The past 10 winners were rated in the 140s
4 of the past 6 winners were sent off at 5-1 or shorter
2022 winner Coole Cody only knew one way to race and went from the front once more to try and defend his crown. Seddon followed him in second, with Ben Harvey keen to keep close tabs on the leader. Those in the rear of the field struggled to land a blow on those in the front and more than likely weren’t benefited by testing conditions Fugitif emerged as the biggest threat but despite a good leap at the last, they couldn’t run down the game Seddon
Run over two miles, four furlongs & 127 yards. 17 fences to be jumped
Total prize fund of £120,000 £67,524 to the winner
Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years
TRAINER
John McConnell 1 winner
Today John saddles Hereditary Rule
JOCKEY
Ben Harvey 1 winner
Today Ben rides Hereditary Rule
Jockey J
Trainer T
Owner O
Hunt H
Sponsor S
Equipment E
for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £120000
Owners Prize Money.1st £51648,2nd £21288,3rd £10644,4th £5328,5th £2664,6th £1332,7th £660,8th £336.(Penalty Value £67524) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (19-24): W P Mullins (39 wins from 330 runners, 12%) runs GLENGOULY & JAMES DU BERLAIS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 46 runners, 30%) runs GLENGOULY and JAMES DU BERLAIS
1 JAMES DU BERLAIS (FR) (39)
Ch g Muhtathir - King’s Daughter (FR) 8 12-0
J Daryl Jacob
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
E Tongue Strap
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede
B Jean-Marc Lucas
S The Sporting Life
2 EMBITTERED (IRE) (26)
B g Fame And Glory - Kilbarry Classic (IRE)
J Mr Robert James (7)
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Gigginstown House Stud
B Con O’Keeffe
S Gordon Elliott
3 IL RIDOTO (FR) (19)
10 11-8
E Tongue Strap
FORM 643-443 D BF
B g Kapgarde (FR) - L’Exploratrice (FR) 7 11-8
J Freddie Gingell (5) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
O Giles, Hogarth, Mason, McGoff & Ferguson
B Noel Lemaire
S Morson Group
4 GLENGOULY (FR) (49)
B g Coastal Path - Roulmapoule (FR) 8 11-8
J Daniel Mullins
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Roaringwater Syndicate
B Mr Patrice Vagne
5 SAINT FELICIEN (FR) (26)
Br g Saint des Saints (FR) - In Race (FR) 7 11-8
J Jack Kennedy
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Robcour
B Fabrice Simon & Jean-Pierre Dubois
S Gordon Elliott
6 MARS HARPER (GB) (96)
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Kizzy May (IRE) 8 11-5
J Jordan Gainford E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Pioneer Racing
B Mr Dermot Rogers
S Pioneer Racing, Gordon Elliott
7 SHAKEM UP’ARRY (IRE) (73)
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Nun Better (IRE) 10 11-5
J Ben Jones E Tongue Strap
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
O Mr Harry Redknapp
B R. McCarthy
S Fitzdares
2m 4f 127y + 46y due to rail movement
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who was highly tried on back of maiden chase debut success last term. Lines up here having made the frame in competitive big-field handicaps at Leopardstown in recent months and fancied to give a good account for leading outfit.
4Feb Leo 21f HcpC yd-sf 3/25 Heart Wood (FR) 16l
Dec23 Leo 24f HcpC soft 4/27 Meetingofthewaters (IRE) 10l
Nov23 Thu 22f Ch yield 4/6 Classic Getaway (IRE) 20l
FORM 001P03
TIMEFORM VIEW All the better for his stable debut when running out a dominant winner of listed handicap chase at Navan (20.5f) in December Faredbetterthan beingpulledupsuggestsatLeopardstownlaterthat month but has underperformed both outings since.Likely to come up short.
17Feb Gow 20f Ch heavy 3/5 Saint Sam (FR) 43l
4Feb Leo 21f HcpC yd-sf 13/25 Heart Wood (FR) 58l
Dec23 Leo 24f HcpC soft P/27 Meetingofthewaters (IRE) -
TFRHHHII BHA146
FORM 6P-3230 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable C&D winner who ran another fine race around here when third behind Ga Law over C&D in January. Seemed stretched by step up to 3m when tenth of 12 in handicap at Kempton 3 weeks ago but he was sixth in this race from same mark 12 months ago Each-way possibilities
24Feb Kmp 24f HcpC soft 10/12 Forward Plan (IRE) 15l
27Jan Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 3/13 Ga Law (FR) 61/2l
Dec23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 2/12 Fugitif (FR) s.h
TFRHHHII BHA146
FORM 1FP5-22
TIMEFORMVIEWFailedtokickonfromchasedebutsuccesslastseasonbut firmlybackontrackswitchedtohandicapsthisterm,buildingonhisLimerick reappearance run when second of 18 in Thyestes Chase at Gowran (25f) 7 weeks ago Drop back in trip won’t inconvenience him here.
25Jan Gow 25f HcpC heavy 2/18 Ain’t That A Shame (IRE) 21/2l
Dec23 Lim 19f HcpC heavy 2/12 Happy Dreams (FR) 33/4l
Mar23 Thu 18f Ch soft 5/6 Flame Bearer (IRE) 45l
TFRHHHHI BHA146
FORM 2P/-3221
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who has quickly reached a similar level over fences this season, off the mark at the fourth attempt in a Gowran maiden (20f, heavy) 26 days ago Open to further improvement now handicapping and leading yard’s runners always command respect.
17Feb Gow 20f Ch heavy 1 Aime Desjy (FR) 31/4l
25Jan Gow 20f Ch heavy 2 Tactical Move (IRE) 31/2l
Dec23 Nav 20f Ch heavy 2 Indiana Dream (FR) 13l
TFRHHIII BHA143
FORM 211025
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at around 2m6f over fences last summer and ran well from inflated mark when second at Punchestown (21.3f) in November Still close up when blundering and fading into fifth behind Embittered at Navan in December but he was well held from lower mark in this race last year
Dec23 Nav 20f HcpC heavy 5/11 Embittered (IRE) 26l
Nov23 Pun 21f HcpC soft 2 Idas Boy (IRE) 3l
Oct23 Lim 24f HcpC soft 10/12 Gevrey (FR) 25l
TFRHHHII BHA143
FORM 534-P61 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished an excellent third in this race 12 months ago and returned better than ever this campaign, confirming positives of his sixth in Coral Gold Cup at Newbury when winning C&D handicap on New Year’s Day from Frero Banbou,jumping superbly Should give another good account nudged up 3lb
1Jan Chl 20f HcpC heavy 1/6 Frero Banbou (FR) 71/2l Dec23 Nby 25f HcpC gd-sf 6/20 Datsalrightgino (GER) 19l Nov23 Str 19f HcpC soft P/6 Nickle Back (IRE) -
8 RIAAN (IRE) (39)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Pretty Moon (FR)
J Danny Gilligan (3)
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Philip J. Reynolds
B Whitebarn Farming Ltd
S Gordon Elliott
9 WATCH HOUSE CROSS (IRE) (39)
B g Libertarian - Benefit Lodge (IRE)
7 11-4
7 11-3
J Darragh O’Keeffe E Tongue Strap
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O The Waffler Partnership
B Joseph Power
10 CREBILLY (IRE) (32)
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
11 LIFE IN THE PARK (IRE) (78)
7 11-2
TFRHHHII BHA142
FORM 1P-1442
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at his best over hurdles and better form over fences, running just about his best race to date despite taking a strong hold when good second in 25-runner Leopardstown handicap (21.5f) 39 days ago Feasible to think he can do better again on back of just 4 starts in this sphere.
4Feb Leo 21f HcpC yd-sf 2/25 Heart Wood (FR) 14l
Nov23 Crk 21f HcpC soft 4 Percy Warner (IRE) 13/4l
Sep23 Lis 17f Ch good 4 Uncle Phil (IRE) 22l
TFRHHHII BHA141
FORM 13360F
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the ground running returned to this sphere when landing pair of small-field novice events at Wexford last summer Seemed to find step up to 3m too taxing later last year and got no further than the first at Leopardstown (21.5f) 6 weeks ago Others preferred.
4Feb Leo 21f HcpC yd-sf F/25 Heart Wood (FR)Dec23 Leo 24f HcpC soft 11/27 Meetingofthewaters (IRE) 41l Nov23 Nav 24f HcpC sf-hv 6/21 Coko Beach (FR) 19l
TFRHHHHI BHA140
FORM 261-F41
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive novice hurdler who was shaping up most promisingly prior to falling on return/chase debut here in November Made mistakes when fourth behind Ginny’s Destiny over C&D next time but off the mark in 3-runner Exeternovice(19.2f)32daysago Typetodobetteragainnowbackhandicapping.
11Feb Exe 19f Ch heavy 1/3 Tahmuras (FR) 11/4l
Dec23 Chl 20f Ch soft 4/6 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE) 61/4l
Nov23 Chl 20f HcpC soft F/7 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE) -
FORM 3-33050
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Jeanquiri (FR) 7 11-1
J M. P. O’Connor (3) E Tongue Strap
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Mr Barry Maloney
B Minch Bloodstock & AV Bloodstock
12 HEREDITARY RULE (IRE) (18)
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Miss Ogan (IRE)
9 11-0
J Ben Harvey (3) E Tongue Strap
T John McConnell, Ireland
O CF Syndicate
B Olive Troy
13 IN EXCELSIS DEO (FR) (40)
B g Saddex - Gratia Plena (FR)
J Jonathan Burke
T Harry Fry, Corscombe
O Mr John P. McManus
B Mr Oliver de la Garoullaye
S Grosvenor Sport
14 THEATRE MAN (IRE) (47)
B g Ocovango - Theatre Bird (IRE)
J Harry Cobden
T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
O Burkes & Syders
B Thomas Merrigan
S Tote
15 FIGHTER ALLEN (FR) (169)
6 10-13
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles/chase winner who ran well to make frame in staying handicaps during first half of this season. Struggled to make an impact in big-field handicap at Leopardstown (24.4f, heavy) over Christmas and he looks summed up by his mark on balance.First-time tongue tie.
Dec23 Leo 24f HcpC soft 12/27 Meetingofthewaters (IRE) 64l
Nov23 Pun 21f HcpC soft 5 Idas Boy (IRE) 8l
Sep23 Lis 24f HcpC yd-sf 10/17 Desertmore House (IRE) 17l
TFRHHIII BHA138
FORM 001-00P D
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career-best effort when signing off last term with success at Punchestown (21.2f) in April but lightly raced and not a great deal of encouragement to glean from recent exploits,pulled up over hurdles at Naas last month.Good bit to prove returned to chasing.
25Feb Naa 15f HcpH soft P American Money (IRE) -
Oct23 Pun 20f HcpH yd-sf 17 Dancing Jeremy (IRE) 121l
Aug23 Gal 18f HcpC yield 10 Fighting Fit 88l
TFRHHHII BHA137
FORM P32-32U BF
TIMEFORMVIEWLosthiswayalittlelastseasonbutreturnedingoodorder, chasing home the progressive Madara over 2m here in December Looked likely winner when unseating last at Sandown (15.5f) 6 weeks ago and remains with unfinished business at this sort of trip Interesting.
3Feb San 15f HcpC good U/5 Harper’s Brook (IRE) -
Dec23 Chl 16f HcpC soft 2/7 Madara (FR) 31/4l
Oct23 Chl 15f HcpC good 3/11 Dancing On My Own (IRE) 21/2l
TFRHHHHH BHA137
FORM 121-232 D
8 10-13
B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Reaction (FR) 9 10-13
J Jack Tudor
T David Pipe, Wellington
O Prof Caroline Tisdall
B Mr Bruno Vagne
S W & S Recycling
16 CIEL DE NEIGE (FR) (60)
B g Authorized (IRE) - In Caso di Neve (FR) 9 10-11
J Richie McLernon E Cheek Pieces
T Ben Haslam, Middleham
O Mr John P. McManus
B Gregor Vischer
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful, dual-winning hurdler who again shaped very well overfenceswhenrunner-uptoGinny’sDestinyintheTimeformNovices’Handicap over C&D in January, outpaced when pace lifted before 3 out but coming home strongly That form is very strong and he’s of firm interest up 3lb
27Jan Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/12 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE) 23/4l
Dec23 Nby 23f HcpC soft 3/5 Brave Kingdom (FR) 3l
Nov23 Nby 23f HcpC gd-sf 2/11 Inch House (IRE) 43/4l
TFRHHIII BHA137
FORM PP-3041 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who ended time with Willie Mullins with success in small-field minor event at Sligo (21.2f) in September Changed hands for 21,000 gns a month later/had wind surgery but his jumping has never been the most convincing for demands of a race like this
Sep23 Sli 21f Ch soft 1 The Little Yank (IRE) 6l
Aug23 Tmr 21f Ch yield 4 Salvador Ziggy (IRE) 31l
Aug23 Gal 22f HcpC gd-yd 17/22 Ash Tree Meadow (FR) 67l
FORM 0U-6000
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser at his peak for Willie Mullins (also third in the 2019 Fred Winter), but he’s failed to beat a rival in 2 outings for present stable and he’s hard to make a case for
14Jan Kel 23f HcpC soft 7/7 Special Rate (IRE) 51l
Dec23 Don 23f HcpC gd-sf 11/11 Forward Plan (IRE) 54l
Sep23 Lis 24f HcpC yd-sf 12/17 Desertmore House (IRE) 25l
17
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Arctic Actress
7 10-11
J Rachael Blackmore E Tongue Strap
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Mr P. Davies
B Goldford Stud
18
Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Callerlilly
9 10-9
J Sean Houlihan E Cheek Pieces
T Sheila Lewis, Brecon
O Mr Graham Wilson
B Whitegate Stud
S Tote
19
FRERO BANBOU (FR) (39)
B g Apsis - Lady Banbou (FR)
J Charlie Deutsch
T Venetia Williams, Hereford
O Mr P. Davies
B Madame Evelyne Banchereau
S Faucets Limited
20
KILLER KANE (IRE) (19)
B g Oscar (IRE) - Native Idea (IRE)
9 10-9
FORM 1P4-442
TIMEFORMVIEWWinninghurdlerwhohasruntoasimilarlevelintrioofchase starts this winter, keeping on for second in Punchestown maiden (2m, heavy) 25 days ago Step up in trip promises to suit now handicapping and interesting Rachael Blackmore takes the ride as one of 3 runners from this yard
18Feb Pun 16f Ch heavy 2 Mister Policeman (FR) 6l
25Jan Gow 20f Ch heavy 4 Tactical Move (IRE) 12l
Dec23 Pun 16f Ch heavy 4 Spillane’s Tower (IRE) 12l
FORM 444-230 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over fences last term who was second in 4-runner Ascot Grade 2 in November but not got near that level in 2 subsequent outings, well held in race won by Ga Law over C&D in January. Needs to bounce back in refitted cheekpieces
27Jan Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 10/13 Ga Law (FR) 28l
Dec23 Asc 21f Ch good 3/3 Excello (FR) 37l
Nov23 Asc 21f Ch good 2/4 Pic D’orhy (FR) 16l
FORM 3232P6
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless for over 2 years but consistent upon returning this campaign, second behind Shakem Up’Arry over C&D in January. Chance-ending mistakewhenpulledupatLingfieldnexttimeandgivenmoreofabreakfollowinga lesser display at Musselburgh in February.Midfield in this race 12 months ago
4Feb Mus 20f HcpC soft 6/8 Corrigeen Rock (IRE) 54l
21Jan Lin 16f HcpC soft P/6 First Flow (IRE)1Jan Chl 20f HcpC heavy 2/6 Shakem Up’arry (IRE) 71/2l
9 10-6
J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
O Mr J. P. Romans
B S. McElroy
S Coral Racing Limited
21 TORN AND FRAYED (FR) (26)
B
J Sam Twiston-Davies
10 10-6
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
O Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie
B S.A.R.L. Haras Du Bois Emery
S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
DECLARED RUNNERS 21
TFRHHIII BHA130
FORM 53-5330
TIMEFORMVIEW9-y-owhohastastedsuccess3timesatupto3moverfences and right up to best (on back of wind surgery) when third at Kempton (3m) in February.Couldn’tmatchthatupinclassbackatthatvenue3weeksagoandall4 career victories have come on right-handed tracks Cheekpieces added.
24Feb Kmp 24f HcpC soft 8/12 Forward Plan (IRE) 11l 9Feb Kmp 24f HcpC soft 3/7 Highstakesplayer (IRE) 11/2l
Nby 22f HcpC gd-sf 3/8 Inch House (IRE) 41/2l
TFRHHIII BHA130
FORM P1/-F656 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account over C&D on final outing of 2021/22season.Hasshapedasifretainingabilityfollowinglengthyabsencein recent months but will need to keep the errors at bay if he’s to play a meaningful role here.
17Feb Asc 23f HcpC gd-sf 6/9 Threeunderthrufive (IRE) 101/2l
1Jan Chl 20f HcpC heavy 5/6 Shakem Up’arry (IRE) 59l
Dec23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 6/12 Fugitif (FR) 13l
2023: SEDDON (IRE) 10 10 9 Ben Harvey 20-1 (John McConnell) 23 ran
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 15.
Stewards Note: KILLER KANE: Following its run on 24/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Crebilly (IRE), 6-1 Theatre Man (IRE), 10-1 Saint Felicien (FR), 12-1 Shakem Up’arry (IRE), 14-1 In Excelsis Deo (FR), 16-1 James du Berlais (FR), Il Ridoto (FR), 18-1 Arctic Bresil (GB), 20-1 Glengouly (FR), 22-1 Riaan (IRE), 28-1 Watch House Cross (IRE), Frero Banbou (FR), 33-1 Mars Harper (GB), Life In The Park (IRE), 50-1 Hereditary Rule (IRE), Torn And Frayed (FR), 66-1 Embittered (IRE), Fighter Allen (FR), Straw Fan Jack (GB), Killer Kane (IRE), 100-1 Ciel De Neige (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
A useful, dual winner over hurdles, THEATRE MAN has yet to taste success over fences, but he won’t be long in bucking that trend judged on his fine second in the Timeform Novices’ Handicap (very strong form) over C&D in January, and with the prospect of more to come, he can prove a 3lb rise lenient and prevail. Recent Exeter-scorer Crebilly is another of significant interest provided his jumping holds up back in handicaps, with Saint Felicien and In Excelsis Deo other improvers to note.
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Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season. This race has also been allocated Grade 2 status which makes it a high-class contest and only bettered by a Grade 1, so expect to see some top-notch contenders lining up. Initially all runners are allocated 11st 2lb (4yo 10st 6lb) before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to taking part here - see how Jade De Grugy carries 5lb extra for her Grade Three success at Fairyhouse.
In a day of excellent front running rides, it was no surprise to see our penultimate race to go to the horse on the front end Gavin Sheehan got himself into an uncontested lead from flag fall and would go onto stay there all the way to the finish line. Luccia had been on the front end for much of the contest but looked to lack the turn of foot to challenge the leader. From the back of the field Magical Zoe and Halka Du Tabert stayed on strongly but had ultimately left themselves too much to do
Run over two miles, 179 yards. 8 hurdles to be jumped
Total prize fund of £105,000 £59,083 to the winner
Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 7 years
TRAINER
Willie Mullins 5 winners
Today Willie saddles
Jade de Grugy
JOCKEY
Paul Townend 1 winner
Today Paul rides
Jade de Grugy
Jockey J
Trainer T
Owner O
Breeder B
Sponsor S
Equipment E
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ™ Total prize fund £105000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £45192, 2nd £18627, 3rd £9314, 4th £4662, 5th £2331, 6th £1166, 7th £578, 8th £294. (Penalty Value £59083.50)
Leading course trainer (19-24): W P Mullins (39 wins from 330 runners, 12%) runs JADE DE GRUGY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 46 runners, 30%) runs JADE DE GRUGY
Fancy That: W P Mullins won this race in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. The stable runs JADE DE GRUGY today.
1 BIRDIE OR BUST (IRE) (88) B
Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bint Valkyrie (IRE)
J Rachael Blackmore
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Mr John P. McManus
B Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden
2 BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (FR) (32) B
J Jack Kennedy
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Gigginstown House Stud
B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin
S Gordon Elliott
3 JADE DE GRUGY (FR) (47)
B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Diane de Grugy (FR)
J P. Townend
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mr K. Alexander
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie
4 CASA NO MENTO (GB) (75)
5 11-7
TFRHHHII BHA130
FORM 22-1351
B m Casamento (IRE) - Red Hibiscus 6 11-2
J Sam Twiston-Davies
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
O TS Equine
B Miss S. J. Turner
S TMT Construction Ltd, Courtiers Investment Services Limited
5 DYSART ENOS (IRE) (46)
B m Malinas (GER) - Graces Benefit (IRE) 6 11-2
J Paddy Brennan
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
O The Good Stock Syndicate
B Ms Grainne Dunne
S Bresbet
6 GOLDEN ACE (GB) (37)
B m Golden Horn - Deuce Again
J Lorcan Williams
T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
O Mr I. F. Gosden
B Meon Valley Stud
S Brendon Powerwashers
7 LITTLE MISS DANTE (GB) (28)
B m Kayf Tara - Whoops A Daisy
J Sean Bowen
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
O Mrs Barbara Hester
6 11-2
6 11-2
E Tongue Strap
B N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston
S Motaclan
2m 179y
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who produced her best effort yet when running out a cosy winner of a listed contest at Thurles 88 days ago Seemingly saved for this but she has something to find.
Dec23 Thu 15f Hdl yield 1 Fun Fun Fun (IRE) 31/4l
Nov23 Dow 16f Hdl soft 5/12 Brighterdaysahead (FR) 24l
Oct23 Tip 16f Hdl soft 3/6 Williamstowndancer (IRE) 41/2l
TFRHHHHH BHA143
FORM 11-111 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in 2 bumpers, including a valuable sales race at Fairyhouse’sEasterFestivalandalso3from3overhurdles,takingabigstepforwardto land a Grade 3 at Down Royal in November before following up in bloodless fashion at Navan.Open to further improvement and boasts excellent claims
11Feb Nav 21f Hdl heavy 1/6 Pastorale (FR) 12l
Nov23 Dow 16f Hdl soft 1/12 Banntown Girl (IRE) 43/4l
Oct23 Thu 15f Hdl soft 1 Shoot Champagne (IRE) 10l
TFRHHHHI BHA141
FORM 1-11
TIMEFORM VIEW Won her sole outing in bumpers in France and has been most impressive in winning both her starts over hurdles for new yard, including the Grade 3 Solerina at Fairyhouse (18f, heavy) last time. Exciting prospect who warrants the utmost respect.
27Jan Fai 18f Hdl soft 1/7
A Penny A Hundred (FR) 61/2l
Dec23 Leo 20f Hdl heavy 1 Butcher Hollow (IRE) 15l
Oct22 Stb 12f Stk - 1 Joyeuse Mome (FR) 1l
TFRHHIII BHA123
FORM 120-112 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairy useful bumper winner who created a good impression in winning her first 2 starts over hurdles (both at 2m,good).Lost little in defeat in a Taunton listed event on most recent outing but has much more on her plate in this grade.
Dec23 Tnt 16f Hdl gd-sf 2/6 Queens Gamble (IRE) 23/4l
Nov23 Her 16f Hdl good 1/11 Muskoka (IRE) 15l
Sep23 Mkt 16f Hdl good 1/6 Come On du Berlais (FR) 6l
TFRHHHHI BHA131
FORM 111-111 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 3 bumper outings, including a Grade 2 indecisivefashionatAintreeinApril.Alsounbeateninatrioofnovicehurdles, scoring in an excellent time over C&D in December before completing a simple task at Doncaster Major player with better still to come.
28Jan Don 16f Hdl good 1/9 Justus (IRE) 7l
Dec23 Chl 16f Hdl soft 1/11 Beat The Bat (IRE) 23/4l
Nov23 Hun 15f Hdl good 1/10 Parkin Fine 71/2l
TFRHHHHI BHA124
FORM 152-11
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers (runner-up to Dysart Enos final outing)and,onthebackofabreathingop,createdafavourableimpressioninseeing off a couple of above-average winners on her Taunton hurdle debut (19f). Not extended to defy a penalty back there and well worth her place at this level.
6Feb Tnt 16f Hdl good 1/11 Linda Moon (IRE) 21/4l
8Jan Tnt 19f Hdl soft 1/11 Lucky Place (FR) 3/4l
Apr23 Ain 16f NHF gd-sf 2/20 Dysart Enos (IRE) 9l
TFRHIIII BHA122
FORM 21-113P
TIMEFORM VIEW Southwell bumper winner who looked good when winning her first 2 outings over hurdles (2m). Not seen to best effect when third in a 19f Haydock listed novice in December but ran poorly at Sandown 8 weeks later and is firmly up against it at this level.Tongue tie goes on.
15Feb San 19f Hdl soft P/7 Springtime Promise (IRE) -
Dec23 Hay 18f Hdl heavy 3/9 Pawapuri 6l
Nov23 Utt 15f Hdl soft 1/8 Party Vibes (IRE) 31/2l
8 MAJESTIC FORCE (IRE) (22)
B m Workforce - Colleen Dubh (IRE)
J Darragh O’Keeffe
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Mr Duncan Angove
B Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler
9 MOLLYS MANGO (GB) (73)
B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - More Like That (IRE)
J Paul O’Brien
T Harry Derham, Newbury
O Barratt Racing
6 11-2
6 11-2
E Tongue Strap
B Mr & Mrs D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey
S OLBG
10
TITANIUM MOON (GB) (39)
Gr m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Night Thunder (FR)
J Brian Hughes
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
6 11-2
O Zen Racing
B Yorton Farm Stud
B m Milan - Aughrim Vic (IRE)
J Jack Tudor
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
O Mr Bill Hawkins
B William J. Noonan
S Planned Office Interiors Ltd
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
6 11-2
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 11
TIMEFORM VIEW £120,000 buy after running out a wide-margin winner on point debut and looked a useful prospect in following up in a 2 1/2m Punchestown maiden 22 days ago Sure to progress
21Feb Pun 20f Hdl heavy 1 Dr Eggman (FR) 41/2l
TFRHHHII BHA-
FORM 136-1P1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who made a successful start to her hurdle careerin2mmaidenatThurlesinNovemberandquicklybackontrackwhenmaking the most of a simple task in stylish fashion at Fairyhouse (17.2f) in January. Subsequently left Gordon Elliott for €170,000.New trainer reaches for a tongue tie.
1Jan Fai 17f Hdl heavy 1 Littlebiggie (IRE) 17l Nov23 Wex 20f Hdl heavy P Double Pink (IRE)Nov23 Thu 16f Hdl soft 1 Missus Beeton (IRE) 51/2l
TFRHHIII BHA127
FORM 211113 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win in 4 outings on the Flat but thrived over hurdles last summer, completing a 4-timer at Stratford (2m) in July Shaped better than the distance beaten suggests under a change of tactics at Musselburgh last month but this is a big ask.
4Feb Mus 15f Hdl soft 3/6 Panjari (IRE) 13l
Jul23 Str 16f Hdl good 1/5 Carrigeen Kampala (IRE) 8l
Jul23 Cml 17f Hdl gd-sf 1/7 New Year Honours 11l
TFRHIIII BHA119
FORM 4-121
TIMEFORMVIEWGamewinnerfirsttimeupoverhurdlesatLudlow(21.2f) before showing better form in defeat at Warwick (19f, heavy). Resumed winning ways in a muddling affair at Sandown (2m) 4 weeks ago but this is a whole different ball game and will surely come up short.
15Feb San 15f Hdl soft 1/5 Isocrate (FR) hd
22Jan War 19f Hdl soft 2/8 Either Or (IRE) 21/4l
Oct23 Lud 21f Hdl gd-sf 1/16 Saunton Surf (IRE) 4l
2023: YOU WEAR IT WELL 6 11 7 Gavin Sheehan 16-1 (Jamie Snowden) 21 ran
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Brighterdaysahead (FR), 11-4 Jade de Grugy (FR), 11-2 Dysart Enos (IRE), 12-1 Golden Ace (GB), 16-1 Birdie Or Bust (IRE), 33-1 Majestic Force (IRE), Mollys Mango (GB), 66-1 Casa No Mento (GB), 100-1 Titanium Moon (GB), 150-1 Little Miss Dante (GB), 300-1 Victoria Milano (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD has looked a class act on each visit to the racecourse, again barely asked a question when easing to success in a listed event at Navan a month ago, so she’s marginally preferred to Jade de Grugy, another bright prospect representing a top Irish yard Dysart Enos was highly impressive at Doncaster last time and looks the clear pick of the British contingent.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (FR) 2.JADE DE GRUGY (FR) 3.DYSART ENOS (IRE)
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RACE DESCRIPTION The Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Handicap Steeple Chase (Sponsored by the JRL Group) is another handicap, this time for horses which possess an official rating from 0 to 145 and will be run over three miles and two furlongs. Unlike the rest of the handicaps on today’s card, this one is limited to amateur jockeys however the weight allocation remains the same as our previous handicaps. The higher a horse’s official BHA rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry - see how the 145 rated Inothewayurthinkin, carries 1lb more than Annual Invictus, who is rated 144.
The past 5 winners were novices
9 of the past 14 winners returned at single figures
10 of the past 12 winners were rated between 137-143
Angels Dawn made amends for an untimely unseat in the Grand National Trial at Punchestown, when looking to be going well She sat in behind the leading pack, with the early pace looking to be a frantic one. She was kept wide coming down the hill and looked to have plenty left in the tank as they turned for home The last fence saw her put in another excellent jump and despite a nail biting finish up the run in, she held on under Patrick King
Run over three miles & two furlongs 21 fences to be jumped
Total prize fund of £75,000 £36,667 to the winner
Trainers and Jockeys with some of the strongest records in the race over the last 10 years
TRAINER
Gordon Elliott 2 winners
Today Gordon saddles
Fakir d’Alene, Cool Survivor & Where It All Began
JOCKEY
Patrick King
1 winner
Today Patrick rides
Angels Dawn
Jockey J
Trainer T
Owner O
Breeder B
Sponsor S
Equipment E
for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £75000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £31868, 2nd £15930, 3rd £7965, 4th £3983, 5th £1995, 6th £998. (Penalty Value £36667.50) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (41 wins from 275 runners, 15%) runs CITY CHIEF
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 46 runners, 30%) runs CHAVEZ
Weightwatcher: BACK ON THE LASH won off a handicap mark of 137, his rating is now down 7lb to 130.
1 INOTHEWAYURTHINKIN (IRE) (39)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sway (FR)
J Mr Derek O’Connor
T Gavin Cromwell, Ireland
O Mr John P. McManus
B Mrs Noreen McManus
2 ANNUAL INVICTUS (IRE) (47)
B g Mahler - Shantou Rose (IRE)
J Miss Gina Andrews
T Chris Gordon, Winchester
O Mr Thomas Michael Smith
B Mrs Deborah Hobson
6 12-0
TFRHHHHH BHA145
FORM 34-2230
9 11-13
S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd
3 FAKIR D’ALENE (FR) (49)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Serbanne (FR)
J Mr Robert James (3)
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Bective Stud
B Mr Louis Couteaudier
S Gordon Elliott
4 ANGELS DAWN (IRE) (49)
9 11-12
E Blinkers
B m Yeats (IRE) - Angels Guard Thee (IRE) 9 11-11
J Mr P. A. King
T S. Curling, Ireland
O Mr Alfred Sweetnam
B Mr A. R. Sweetnam
5 AMIRITE (IRE) (78)
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Belle Again (IRE) 8 11-11
J Mr N. McParlan E Tongue Strap
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Patrick Hale
B Victor Connolly
6 CLOUDY GLEN (IRE) (73)
B g Cloudings (IRE) - Ribble (IRE) 11 11-11
J Miss Lucy Turner
T Venetia Williams, Hereford
O Hemmings Racing
B Gleadhill House Stud Ltd
S Trust Inns Limited
7 WHISTLEINTHEDARK (IRE) (47)
B g Fame And Glory - Last of Many (IRE) 9 11-10
J Mr Joe Wright (3)
T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
O Racing On Together Club
B Mrs Kathleen McKeever
3m 2f + 62y due to rail movement
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and better form over fences this season. ExcellentthirdtoGaelic WarriorinFaugheenNovices’ChaseatLimerickbeforenot knocked about after a first-fence blunder when ninth of 25 in 2m5f Leopardstown handicap last month.Very much one to be interested in with O’Connor booked.
4Feb Leo 21f HcpC yd-sf 9/25 Heart Wood (FR) 29l
Dec23 Lim 19f Ch heavy 3/5 Gaelic Warrior (GER) 7l
Nov23 Pun 18f Ch soft 2 Gaelic Warrior (GER) 15l
TFRHHIII BHA144
FORM P106-41 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Very capable chaser/hurdler on his day who looked as good as ever when landing a good pot in SBK Great Yorkshire at Doncaster (3m)inJanuary.ThiscoursewinnerneedsconsideringifonhisA-gameagain (eighth in this a year ago).
27Jan Don 23f HcpC good 1/18 Forward Plan (IRE) nose
7Jan Plm 24f HcpH soft 4/8 Transmission (IRE) 12l
Apr23 San 28f HcpC gd-sf 6/16 Kitty’s Light 16l
TFRHHIII BHA143
FORM 4B/-23FP
TIMEFORMVIEWDual-chasewinnerin2021/22(upto21.7f)whoresumed from 19-month absence with an excellent third in Troytown Chase at Navan (3m) in November Pulled up in Thyestes at Gowran (25f, heavy) last time though so needs to get back on track.
25Jan Gow 25f HcpC heavy P/18 Ain’t That A Shame (IRE)Dec23 Leo 24f HcpC soft F/27 Meetingofthewaters (IRE)Nov23 Nav 24f HcpC sf-hv 3/21 Coko Beach (FR) 41/2l
TFRHHHHI BHA142
FORM U16-203 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Big career best when taking this event 12 months ago and she got back on the up returned to fences when third of 18 in handicap chase at Gowran (25f, heavy) 49 days ago, faring best of those held up Very much one to consider again.
25Jan Gow 25f HcpC heavy 3/18 Ain’t That A Shame (IRE) 31/4l
Dec23 Nav 25f HcpH heavy 7/16 We’llhavewan (IRE) 40l
Nov23 Clo 24f HcpH heavy 2 Stuzzikini (IRE) 31l
TFRHHHHI BHA142
FORM 3U3P-45
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 8-y-o who arrives in very good order, tongue strap on for first time when fifth of 27 in handicap chase at Leopardstown(3m,heavy)overChristmas Intophandsandthefeelingisthat he has a bigger performance in him.
Dec23 Leo 24f HcpC soft 5/27 Meetingofthewaters (IRE) 11l
Oct23 Chl 25f HcpC gd-sf 4/13 Whacker Clan (IRE) 13l
Apr23 Fai 29f HcpC soft P/27 I Am Maximus (FR) -
TFRHHIII BHA142
FORM 3PU-253 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Hard to predict but talented on his day and far from disgraced when fifth in Coral Gold Cup at Newbury in December and then third in 25f handicap here las time.Could be vulnerable to younger legs
1Jan Chl 25f HcpC heavy 3/5 Stumptown (IRE) 12l
Dec23 Nby 25f HcpC gd-sf 5/20 Datsalrightgino (GER) 18l
Nov23 Chl 27f HcpC soft 2/13 Malina Girl (IRE) 10l
TFRHIIII BHA141
FORM 111-040
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season unbeaten over fences, easily winning 2 1/2m Perth handicap on final start of that campaign.Fourth-place finish at DoncasterinDecemberflankedbylessereffortsandhe’snotreallycryingout for this trip Cheekpieces quickly shelved.
27Jan Don 23f HcpC good 8/18 Annual Invictus (IRE) 22l
Dec23 Don 23f HcpC gd-sf 4/11 Forward Plan (IRE) 4l
Nov23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 8/14 Stage Star (IRE) 39l
8 CEPAGE (FR) (32)
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Sience Fiction (FR) 12 11-9
J Mr Zac Baker E Cheek Pieces
T Venetia Williams, Hereford
O The Bellamy Partnership
B Mr Herve d’Armaille
S Faucets Limited
9 CELEBRE D’ALLEN (FR) (32)
Ch g Network (GER) - Revoltee (FR) 12 11-7
J Mr Callum Pritchard (7) E Cheek Pieces
T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
O Mr Allan Stennett
B Bruno Vagne
S Philip Hobbs Racing
10 RAPPER (GB) (26)
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Bling Noir (FR) 10 11-7
J Mr A J O’Neill (3) E Visor
T Henry Daly, Ludlow
O The Home Farm Partnership
B Mr George Stanners
S Humphrey Butler Ltd
11 CITY CHIEF (IRE) (61)
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Galant Ferns (IRE)
7 11-7
J Mr James King E Cheek Pieces
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
O Mrs J Donnelly
B Mr L. Kenny
S Unibet
12 CHAVEZ (IRE) (39)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Rock The Baby (IRE) 8 11-7
J Mr P. W. Mullins
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mr Malcolm C. Denmark
B Declan Phelan
S Leaflet Company Ltd
13 A WAVE OF THE SEA (IRE) (39)
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Je T’Adore (IRE) 8 11-6
J Mr D. G. Lavery E Blinkers
T Ben Haslam, Middleham
O Mr John P. McManus
B John Yarr
14
COOL SURVIVOR (IRE) (39)
B g Westerner - Pale Face (IRE) 7 11-6
J Mr Harry Swan
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Gigginstown House Stud
B Mr J. Finlay
S Gordon Elliott
15 WHERE IT ALL BEGAN (IRE) (25)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Peggy Cullen (IRE)
8 11-4
J Mr Barry O’Neill E Cheek Pieces
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Patrick & Scott Bryceland,McNeill Family
B Killian Traynor
16 BOWTOGREATNESS (IRE) (19)
Br g Westerner - Miss Baden (IRE) 8 11-2
J Mr Jack Andrews
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
O Harry Redknapp & Sophie Pauling
B Mr J. McDonald
S Fitzdares
FORM 0/0-41PP C
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser nowadays Lightly raced in recent seasons and back to form fitted with cheekpieces when winning 20.5f veterans’event here in December Pulled up both starts since however and has never really shaped as though in need of this far.
11Feb Exe 24f HcpC heavy P/13 Ask Me Early (IRE)13Jan War 24f HcpC soft P/14 Sam BrownDec23 Chl 20f HcpC soft 1/9 Lord du Mesnil (FR) 7l
FORM 400-145
TIMEFORM VIEW Cruised clear in a 25f Aintree veterans’event in October and has shaped better than distance beaten suggests under very testing conditions both runs since,fifth in 3m Exeter handicap last time.Huge effort required to land this at this stage of his career
11Feb Exe 24f HcpC heavy 5/13 Ask Me Early (IRE) 17l
Dec23 Ain 25f HcpC heavy 4/12 Chambard (FR) 38l
Oct23 Ain 24f HcpC gd-sf 1/11 Landofsmiles (IRE) 16l
TFRHHHII BHA138
FORM 5P-P4P2 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap chase winner in first-time headgear at this venueinJanuary2023.Gotbackontrackwhensecondof9inhandicapchase at Ascot (3m, good to soft) 26 days ago but given his overall profile, backing that up is no formality.
17Feb Asc 23f HcpC gd-sf 2/9 Threeunderthrufive (IRE) 1l
13Jan War 29f HcpC soft P/14 My Silver Lining (IRE)Dec23 Chl 26f HcpC soft 4/8 Broadway Boy (IRE) 81/2l
TFRHHHII
FORM 113-456 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a very good start over fences last term, landing a Grade 2 Wetherby novice. Hasn’t kicked on this term though, coming in a below-par sixth in Classic Chase at Warwick last time. Needs to step forward though cheekpieces may sharpen him up a touch.
13Jan War 29f HcpC soft 6/14 My Silver Lining (IRE) 22l
Dec23 Chl 26f HcpC soft 5/8 Broadway Boy (IRE) 10l Nov23 Chl 27f HcpC soft 4/13 Malina Girl (IRE) 14l
TFRHHIII BHA138
FORM 1/U1-55F
TIMEFORM VIEW Possesses more than share of talent but fleeting appearances for both Paul Nicholls and Willie Mullins suggest he’s hard to keep sound.On the retreat when falling at Leopardstown last month and this test of stamina is surely going to be beyond him.
4Feb Leo 21f HcpC yd-sf F/25 Heart Wood (FR) -
13Jan Fai 17f HcpC soft 5/11 Uncle Phil (IRE) 12l
Dec23 Leo 17f HcpC yield 5 The Folkes Tiara (IRE) 81/2l
TFRHHIII BHA137
FORM 404PU0
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap chaser for Joseph Patrick O’Brien, in frame in Galway Plate and Munster National this season. Come down the weights after seriously low-key start for Ben Haslam but headgear is back on for this so a revival isn’t out of the question.
4Feb Mus 20f HcpC soft 7/8 Corrigeen Rock (IRE) 60l
Dec23 Don 23f HcpC gd-sf U/6 Erne River (IRE)Dec23 Ain 19f HcpC heavy P/9 Richmond Lake (IRE) -
TFRHHHII BHA137
FORM 0F-2444
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulwinnerat24foverhurdles WentcloseinLimerick maiden chase on return and while he was back on track switched to a handicap at Leopardstown last month,he’d have finished worse than fourth had others stood up Goes up in trip
4Feb Leo 21f HcpC yd-sf 4/25 Heart Wood (FR) 19l
Dec23 Pun 23f Ch heavy 4 Embassy Gardens 22l
Nov23 Pun 18f Ch soft 4 Gaelic Warrior (GER) 24l
TFRHHHHI BHA135
FORM 3P-5321
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed much improved form to open his account as a chaser in 15-runner handicap at Punchestown (27f,heavy) 25 days ago New mark perfectly fair and he’s totally unexposed as a staying handicapper
Shortlisted.
18Feb Pun 27f HcpC heavy 1/15 We’llhavewan (IRE) 16l
13Jan Fai 21f Ch soft 2 Intense Raffles (FR) 41/2l
Dec23 Pun 23f HcpC heavy 3 Clonmeen (IRE) 10l
TFRHHHII BHA133
FORM P02-P53 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdle winner in 2021/22. Yet to score over fences but recorded his best effort of the season when third of 12 to Forward Plan in handicap chase at Kempton (24f, soft) 19 days ago Yard among the winners but he does flatter to deceive a touch.
24Feb Kmp 24f HcpC soft 3/12 Forward Plan (IRE) 21/2l
27Jan Chl 20f HcpC gd-sf 5/12 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE) 22l
Dec23 Nby 25f HcpC soft P/11 Surrey Quest (IRE) -
17
FLASH DE TOUZAINE (FR) (78)
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Narcisse de Touzaine (FR) 9 11-1
J Mr J. C. Barry E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Miss Liz Doyle, Ireland
O J Carthy/E Nolan/K. P. Ryan/Mrs A Doyle
B S.C.E.A. Jandard
18 DEMNAT (FR) (13)
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sandside (FR) 7 11-1
J Miss Aine O’Connor
T Venetia Williams, Hereford
O Mr P. Davies
B Mr Guy Vimont
S Faucets Limited
19
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Bamos (FR) 8 11-1
J Mr William Biddick
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
O Sheep As A Lamb Syndicate
B Mr Patrice Vagne
S Betvictor, Vinny & Ted
20 GROZNI (FR) (40)
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Urane de Ferbet (FR)
8 11-0
J Mr Alex Chadwick (3) E Cheek Pieces
T James Owen, Newmarket
O EFEX Racing Club
B Mr Ivan Dumont
21 WHACKER CLAN (IRE) (18)
B g Westerner - Kolaliya (FR)
8 11-0
J Mr J. L. Gleeson E Cheek Pieces
T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
O Whacker’s Clan Syndicate
B Mr Robert Norton
22
BACK ON THE LASH (GB) (118)
B g Malinas (GER) - Giovanna
J Mr Sean O’Connor (7)
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
10 10-13
O Maughan, Redknapp, Ryan, Salters
B Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips
S FBC Manby Bowdler
23
DAILY PRESENT (IRE) (51)
B g Mahler - Another Present (IRE) 7 10-10
J Mr Jack Hendrick (5) E Tongue Strap
T Paul Nolan, Ireland
O DKCR Partnership
B Thistletown Stud
24 DOM OF MARY (FR) (40)
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR) 8 10-10
J Mr Finian Maguire E Cheek Pieces
T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold
O Mr P. J. Cave
B Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux
DECLARED RUNNERS 26
TFRHIIII BHA132
FORM F053-UP
TIMEFORMVIEWUnlikesomeofthese,staminaishisfortebuthewasheld when unseating rider on November’s reappearance and also failed to complete at Leopardstown a month later Lots to prove.
Dec23 Leo 24f HcpC soft P/27 Meetingofthewaters (IRE)Nov23 Crk 28f HcpC soft U/14 Sir Bob (IRE)Apr23 Ayr 31f HcpC good 3/18 Kitty’s Light 31/4l
TFRHHHII BHA132 (-2)
FORM 1/R32/-13
TIMEFORM VIEW Reached a fairly useful level over fences in France and made light of a 32-month absence on his yard debut when easily landing 20f handicap chase at Ludlow Not disgraced (lost ground with final-fence mistake) when third at Newbury since and could still do better,for all this trip is an unknown.
1Mar Nby 16f HcpC heavy 3/5 I’d Like To Know (IRE) 24l
7Feb Lud 20f HcpC soft 1/5 Galahad Quest (FR) 15l
Jun21 Com 17f Ch heavy 2 Hitech (FR) 8l
FORM 2211-16
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who resumed with a third chasing success (6 winsunderRulesintotal)in3mLingfieldhandicapinNovember Notdisgraced off a career-high mark when sixth at Ascot (3m) since and deteriorating ground no bother to him.
Dec23 Asc 23f HcpC good 6/10 Victtorino (FR) 17l
Nov23 Lin 23f HcpC gd-sf 1/5 Super Survivor (IRE) 2l
Jan23 Cat 25f HcpC soft 1/4 Conquredalofeurope (IRE) 21/2l
TFRHHIII BHA131
FORM 331226
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-timehurdleswinnerforCharlesByrneslastseason when also off the mark over fences at Downpatrick. Runner-up first two outings for current stable but only sixth in 3m Sandown handicap last time.
3Feb San 24f HcpC good 6/8 Java Point (IRE) 15l
5Jan Mus 20f HcpC soft 2/6 Jackpot de Choisel (FR) 1/2l
Dec23 Don 23f HcpC gd-sf 2/9 Twinjets (IRE) 71/2l
FORM F-03110 C
TIMEFORM VIEW On the up when last seen chasing, landing 3m1f handicap here in October Off 4 months before coming in seventh over an inadequate 2m in Naas handicap hurdle last time. Merits serious consideration back under more suitable conditions
25Feb Naa 15f HcpH soft 7 American Money (IRE) 11l
Oct23 Chl 25f HcpC gd-sf 1/13 Twig 3l
Aug23 Tmr 21f HcpC soft 1 Lake Chad (IRE) 1/2l
FORM 31PP-P0 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Cross-Country winner at this track but a bid for a third title defence failed to spark him back to life in November Huge leap of faith required but yard had a welcome winner recently
Nov23 Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 10/13 Foxy Jacks (IRE) 41l
Oct23 Exe 24f HcpC good P/11 Any News (IRE)Apr23 Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf P/39 Corach Rambler (IRE) -
TFRHHHII BHA127
FORM 1/P-4001
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winner at 22f over hurdles Tongue tied and left previous chasing efforts well behind switched to a handicap when scoring at Down Royal (3m) in January. Lacks experience for a race like this but he’s going the right way.
23Jan Dow 24f HcpC soft 1 Positive Thinker (IRE) 21/4l
Nov23 Pun 18f Ch soft 7 Gaelic Warrior (GER) 78l
Nov23 Naa 20f Ch soft 7 Grangeclare West (IRE) 55l
TFRHHIII BHA127
FORM 1-54613
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well a couple of times before putting up a career-best effort to score in the Sussex National at Plumpton in January (28.5f), going clear impressively Matched that form from revised mark at Sandown and this thorough test of stamina will suit.
3Feb San 24f HcpC good 3/8 Java Point (IRE) 13/4l
7Jan Plm 28f HcpC soft 1/11 Tommie Beau (IRE) 10l
Nov23 Chl 27f HcpC soft 6/13 Malina Girl (IRE) 15l
2023: ANGELS DAWN (IRE) 8 11 0 Mr P A King 10-1 (S Curling) 23 ran
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Inothewayurthinkin (IRE), 9-1 Cool Survivor (IRE), 10-1 Angels Dawn (IRE), 12-1 Where It All Began (IRE), 14-1 Amirite (IRE), Whacker Clan (IRE), 16-1 Bowtogreatness (IRE), 18-1 Daily Present (IRE), 25-1 Rapper (GB), 33-1 Annual Invictus (IRE), Fakir d’Alene (FR), City Chief (IRE), Demnat (FR), Git Maker (FR), 40-1 Cloudy Glen (IRE), Chavez (IRE), A Wave of The Sea (IRE), Dom of Mary (FR), 50-1 Back On The Lash (GB), 66-1 Grozni (FR), 100-1 Cepage (FR), Celebre d’Allen (FR), 150-1 Flash de Touzaine (FR), 200-1 Whistleinthedark (IRE)
INOTHEWAYURTHINKIN hasn’t been missed in the market and with good reason on the back of an eye-catching first foray into handicaps at Leopardstown last month. He lacks experience for a race like this but his third-placed finish in Grade 1 company in Ireland suggests he can outclass these. Angels Dawn was a smooth winner of this a year ago and a bold repeat bid is on the cards, even from 11lb higher Irish raiders look set to dominate, with Where It All Began completing the shortlist.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INOTHEWAYURTHINKIN (IRE) 2.ANGELS DAWN (IRE) 3.WHERE IT ALL BEGAN (IRE)
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First Race 1.30 - THE TURNERS NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1)(Grade 1) (Registered as The GOLDEN MILLER) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £98472 to the winning horse The second to receive £37100, the third £18567, the fourth £9275, the fifth £4655, the sixth £2327, the seventh £1155 and the eighth £595. for novice 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 16th and pay £218 stake, Scratch by noon, February 13th or pay £439, Confirm by noon, March 8th and pay £218, Supplementary Entry by noon, March 8th and pay £7000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 5lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 7lb Mares allowed 7lb. TURNERS has generously sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey, and stable employee responsible for the winning horse and a £200 award given to the stable employee judged to be 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 Turners The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A Declaration to Run will not be accepted for any horse if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence shall be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 5th March, 2024 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race 42 entries, 18 at £218, 8 at £657, 16 at £875. - Closed January 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £75320; Second £31045; Third £15523; Fourth £7770; Fifth £3885; Sixth £1943; Seventh £963; Eighth £490. (Penalty Value £98472.50) A SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS 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, which have been placed in the first four on at least one occasion in a Pertemps Hurdle Race (Series Qualifier) since the start of the current season. Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £125 stake, Confirm by noon, March 8th and pay £375, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2024, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st. PERTEMPS has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey, and a £200 award given to the member of racing staff judged to be 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 PERTEMPS The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary. This race will be restricted to 24 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R25 and R26. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the reserves notice in the Conditions For Entry Section, accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they MUST notify the Racing Calendar Office IMMEDIATELY when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for this race. The non runner penalty will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by 1.00 p.m. on the day before the race PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this season’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether subsequently declared a non-runner or not, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday after Closing may be taken into account. A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 5th March, 2024 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race Horses entered in the Series Qualifier at Chepstow on February 24th, 2024, are permitted to enter this race and will have their entry stake refunded if they do not finish in the first four in that race and are therefore not qualified to run in this Series Final.
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 33 entries, 5 at £125, 28 at £500.Closed February 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43040; Second £17740; Third £8870; Fourth £4440; Fifth £2220; Sixth £1110; Seventh £550; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £56270) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
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Third Race 2.50 - THE RYANAIR STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Registered as The FESTIVAL TROPHY) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £218397 to the winning horse The second to receive £82282, the third £41180, the fourth £20570, the fifth £10324, the sixth £5162, the seventh £2561 and the eighth £1319. for five yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation. Enter by noon, January 2nd and pay £468 stake, Scratch by noon, February 6th or pay £939, Confirm by noon, March 8th and pay £468, Supplementary Entry by noon, March 8th and pay £15000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 10lb Mares allowed 7lb RYANAIR has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, and jockey and Ryanair will also present a memento to the stable employee responsible for the winning horse and a £200 award to the stable employee judged to be 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 RYANAIR. 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. No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries PLEASE NOTE: A Declaration to Run will not be accepted for any horse if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence shall be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 5th March, 2024 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race 33 entries, 7 at £468, 13 at £1407, 12 at £1875, 1 at £15000. - Closed January 2nd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £167049; Second £68853; Third £34427; Fourth £17233; Fifth £8616; Sixth £4308; Seventh £2135; Eighth £1087. (Penalty Value £218397.93) A
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Fourth Race 3.30 - THE PADDY POWER STAYERS’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £182877 to the winning horse The second to receive £68900, the third £34482, the fourth £17225, the fifth £8645, the sixth £4322, the seventh £2145 and the eighth £1105. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation. Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £405 stake, Scratch by noon, February 6th or pay £810, Confirm by noon, March 8th and pay £405, Supplementary Entry by noon, March 8th and pay £13000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 10lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb PADDY POWER has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff An award of £500 will be given to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race PADDY POWER will also present a £100 award to the member of racing staff responsible for the winning horse and a £50 award to the member of racing staff responsible for each runner in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Paddy Power. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A Declaration to Run will not be accepted for any horse if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence shall be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 5th March, 2024 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race. 36 entries, 7 at £405, 11 at £1215, 18 at £1620. - Closed January 9th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £139880; Second £57655; Third £28828; Fourth £14430; Fifth £7215; Sixth £3608; Seventh £1788; Eighth £910. (Penalty Value £182877.50) A
Fifth Race 4.10 - THE TRUSTATRADER PLATE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £67524 to the winning horse The second to receive £25440, the third £12732, the fourth £6360, the fifth £3192, the sixth £1596, the seventh £792 and the eighth £408. for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £150 stake, Confirm by noon, March 8th and pay £450, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2024, a winner of a steeple chase 5lb No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st. TrustaTrader has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff An award of £200 will be presented 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 TRUSTATRADER. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary. This race will be restricted to 24 runners plus two reserves The two reserves will be nominated as R25 and R26. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the reserves notice in the Conditions For Entry Section, accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they MUST notify the Racing Calendar Office IMMEDIATELY when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for this race The non runner penalty will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by 1.00 p.m. the day before the race PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this season’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether subsequently declared a non-runner or not, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday after Closing may be taken into account. A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 5th March, 2024 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race 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 58 entries, 22 at £150, 36 at £600. - Closed February 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £51648; Second £21288; Third £10644; Fourth £5328; Fifth £2664; Sixth £1332; Seventh £660; Eighth £336. (Penalty Value £67524) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Sixth Race 4.50 - THE RYANAIR MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as THE DAWN RUN MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £59083 to the winning horse The second to receive £22260, the third £11140, the fourth £5565, the fifth £2793, the sixth £1396, the seventh £693 and the eighth £357. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, February 13th and pay £130 stake, Confirm by noon, March 8th and pay £395, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb 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 RYANAIR has generously sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £200 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged to be 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 Ryanair 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 Declaration to Run will not be accepted for any horse if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence shall be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 5th March, 2024 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race. 39 entries, 26 at £130, 13 at £525. - Closed February 13th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £45192; Second £18627; Third £9314; Fourth £4662; Fifth £2331; Sixth £1166; Seventh £578; Eighth £294. (Penalty Value £59083.50) A
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Seventh Race 5.30 - THE FULKE WALWYN KIM MUIR CHALLENGE CUP AMATEUR JOCKEYS’HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (Sponsored by the JRL Group) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £36667 to the winning horse
The second to receive £18330, the third £9165, the fourth £4582, the fifth £2295 and the sixth £1147. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145. Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £90 stake, Confirm by noon, March 8th and pay £285, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2024, a winner of a steeple chase 5lb (No penalty to take a horse’s weight above 12st). To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
The Amateur Jockeys referred to above shall be Category B’Amateur Jockeys or‘Category C’Qualified Riders The Challenge Cup, presented by Mrs Evan Williams, is to be held by the winning owner until February 1st, next year The JRL Group has generously sponsored this race and presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey, and a £200 award given to the member of racing staff judged to be 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 JRL GROUP . 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. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary. This race will be restricted to 24 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R25 and R26. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the reserves notice in the Conditions For Entry Section, accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they MUST notify the Racing Calendar Office IMMEDIATELY when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for this race The non runner penalty will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by 1.00 p.m. the day before the race PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this season’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether subsequently declared a non-runner or not, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.) The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday after Closing may be taken into account. A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 5th March, 2024 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race. 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. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code with regard to this provision. 68 entries, 33 at £90, 35 at £375. - Closed February 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £31868; Second £15930; Third £7965; Fourth £3983; Fifth £1995; Sixth £998. (Penalty Value £36667.50) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
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