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WELCOME TO Welcome to The William Hill Showcase It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Cheltenham Racecourse for the opening fixture of the 2026/27 season. Whether you are a familiar face returning to Cheltenham or joining us for the very first time, we are delighted to have you with us as we look forward to what promises to be a fantastic two days of racing. The summer has been a particularly busy period at the Racecourse as we embark on an ambitious programme of investment and improvements, which will continue over the coming years. Our initial focus has been on refurbishing the bars within the Grandstand, enhancing our PA system and delivering a number of smaller projects, all aimed at improving the experience for our racegoers. We also have some exciting plans taking shape ahead of The Festival in 2027 and beyond, which we look forward to sharing with you in due course. We are extremely fortunate to benefit from the generous support of our race sponsors, and I would like to extend my sincere thanks to William Hill, McCoy Contractors, Chapel Down, Foundation Developments, Oddschecker and Square In The Air. Their continued commitment and support are hugely valued and play an important role in making racedays such as this possible. There is always a special sense of excitement and anticipation as racing returns to Cheltenham, and The Showcase marks the beginning of what we hope will be another memorable National Hunt season. With plenty to look forward to both today and tomorrow, it is wonderful to have you joining us for the occasion. Thank you for choosing to come along – we will do our very best to ensure you have a great time.
Guy Lavender Chief Executive Officer
Michael Wainwright Chairman
Make The Most of Your Day at Cheltenham Racecourse Three Tips for The Showcase Experience We know that our racegoers have traditions and routines, many that have lasted for decades. However, we want to let everyone know about three special things you might not have experienced, or known about before that might help you enjoy this visit or future visits to our racecourse.
Tommy Atkins Bar - VISIT The Tommy Atkins Bar wasn’t named after a famous jockey, trainer or owner, instead the name refers to a traditional slang term for common private soldier in the British Army. The recently renovated Tommy Atkins Bar is located in a room that was once utilised as a “mess” room for a soldier who were convalescing at the racecourse, when it was re purposed as a military hospital during the First World War.
The Favourite Membership – BUY Over the summer we have made significant changes to our Annual Membership offer. We are pleased to introduce the Favourite Membership, which has attracted over 1000 new members who have highlighted the incredible value for money on offer as their reason to join. Enjoy all 16 of meetings and loads of additional benefits more from just £245 (Concessions 18-28, Over 65s and International Members). Visit the Customer Service Hub.
The Centaur – EXPERIENCE “It’s huge!” is what racegoers say when they first experience the racecourse’s largest indoor space, The Centaur. Lots of seating, plenty of bars, food and coffee, bookmakers and giant screen to watch the racing on. It’s no wonder that some people just come to Cheltenham and spend the whole day soaking up the unique atmosphere of The Centaur, especially if it’s chilly or wet outside.
WHAT’S ON TIMINGS FOR THE DAY
Gates open 11:15
Raceday Preview 12:30 - 13:00
First Race 13:15
Last Race 16:40
PRE RACING
12:30 - The William Hill Winner’s Enclosure Preview Show Get set for action with a special pre-racing preview, brought to you by William Hill. Join racing legend Barry Geraghty in the Winners’ Enclosure as he shares his insights and thoughts ahead of the day’s racing. It’s the perfect way to get into the raceday spirit and gain some inside knowledge!
FEATURE RACES
15:00 - Oddschecker Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) 15:35 - squareintheair.com Handicap Chase (Class 2)
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RACECOURSE COMMITTEE
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FROM THE SHOWCASE TO THE FESTIVAL
Winners at the Festival to have also run at the William Hill Showcase in the same season since 2020 listed on the timeline below. Cheltenham’s new season gets underway with The William Hill Showcase (Friday and Saturday, October 23rd and 24th). Although it takes place just under five months’ prior, The William Hill Showcase often throws up some valuable pointers for The Festival (which takes place between Tuesday 16th and Friday 19th March inclusive in 2027). Since 2008, when The William Hill Showcase assumed its present format, a total of 22 runners from the two days in October have gone on to score at The Cheltenham Festival in the same season. The range of Festival winners to have started out at The William Hill Showcase runs all the way through to take in future Grade One winners such as The Real Whacker, The New One and Moon Racer, as well as handicappers and cross-country legends. As recently as last season, Supremely West began his career with a third place for Dan and Harry Skelton in a Pertemps Qualifier before going on to success in the final of that series at The Festival.
2025/26
Supremely West THE SHOWCASE – 3rd Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle Qualifier THE FESTIVAL – WON Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle Final
2024/25
Jazzy Matty THE SHOWCASE – 2nd William Hill Top Price Guarantee Novices’ Chase THE FESTIVAL – WON Debenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Handicap Chase
2022/23
The Real Whacker THE SHOWCASE – 11th Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle THE FESTIVAL – WON Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase
2021/22
Coole Cody THE SHOWCASE – 2nd Abu Dhabi Digital Exchange Handicap Hurdle THE FESTIVAL – WON Plate Handicap Chase
2020/21
Galvin THE SHOWCASE – WON Mick Turner A Lifetime In Racing Novices’ Chase THE FESTIVAL – WON National Hunt Chase
RACECARD EXPLAINED 15 9
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3 GAELIC WARRIOR (GER) (39)
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8 11-10 TIMEFORMVIEW Boasts a fine record at this meeting having finished second over
B g Maxios - Game Of Legs (FR)
J P. Townend T W.P Mullins, Ireland O Mrs S. Ricci B The Niarchos Family S
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TFRHHHHH BHA170 FORM 311-132 C
E Hood, Tongue Strap hurdles at the 2022 and 2024 Festivals before going one better in the 2024 Arkle. Better than ever this season, landing the John Durkan before losing little in defeat at Kempton and Leopardstown, so he can make his presence felt.
2Feb Leo 24f Ch Dec25 Leo 24f Ch Nov25 Pun 19f Ch
Soft 2/12 Fact To File (FR) Good 3/8 The Jukebox Man (IRE) sf-hv 1/10 Fact To File (FR)
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1. FORM
EXPERT VIEW
A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
Look out for Letters: C D CD BF
= Has won at this course = Has won over this distance = Has won over this distance at this course = Was a beaten favourite
MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM / P F U R CO B S r
= New racing season = Missed racing season = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race = Horse fell = Rider unseated = Horse refused to race = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse = Horse was brought down = Horse slipped = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race = Disqualified
d Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse. 3. Timeform view and TFR rating 4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race. 5. JOCKEYS Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day. OTHER USEFUL DETAILS 6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey 7. Saddlecloth number 8. Horse’s name 9. Days since the horse last run 10. Horse’s age 11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) 12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) 13. Horse’s owner 14. Horse’s breeder 15. Birthplace of horse (outside GB) 16. Headgear
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‘To win’ is for your horse to come first. ‘Each-way’ is for your horse to come first or to be placed. It’s two bets, so ‘£2 each-way’ = £4 total bet.
Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.
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FIRST RACE
THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
1.15
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50)
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
J Jockey
O Owner
T Trainer
B Breeder
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Henderson (34 wins from 231 runners, 15%) runs EAST INDIA EXPRESS & LA PINSONNIERE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N & W Twiston-Davies (9 wins from 27 runners, 33%) runs NORMAN FLETCHER LONGEST TRAVELLERS: CLOONAINRA trained by John Mcconnell & CAN HAPPEN trained by P Flood - both Ireland.
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AL GASPARO (FR) (159)
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TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful hurdler in 2024/25. Promising third in beginners chase on final start for Gavin Cromwell last spring. Returns to Rules having won all 5 of his completed point starts for present yard (latest in May) and booking of promising 7-lb amateur can only help his cause. Jul25 Wex 19f Ch good 3 Fine Margin (IRE) 23/4l May25 Bal 17f Ch good 6 Westport Cove (FR) 105l Mar25 Chl 21f HcpH gd-sf 13/26 Jimmy du Seuil (FR) 17l
EAST INDIA EXPRESS (IRE) (187)
B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE) J Freddie Gordon T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O EIC Racing & Table Five B S. McElroy S Unibet
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TFRHHHHI BHA135 FORM FP020P- CD
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TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who sent off favourite when falling in 2025 renewal of this race. Better than ever to go close in valuable handicap at Windsor on NewYear’s Day. Lost all chance when well backed in Martin Pipe and presumably over the top at Plumpton subsequently. Makes appeal given his record fresh. 19Apr Plm 24f HcpH good P/10 Tranquil Sea (IRE) 13Mar Chl 20f HcpH soft 17/24 Air of Entitlement (IRE) 20l 1Jan Wdr 20f HcpH good 2/12 Listentoyourheart (IRE) nk
JOHN BARBOUR (GB) (194)
TFRHHHII BHA130 FORM 1212P1- D
B g Yeats (IRE) - Lindeman (IRE) 7 11-4 J Liam Harrison E Tongue Strap T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham O Old Gold Racing 26 B Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes S Old Gold Racing 26, Retraining of Racehorses
4 MORNING MAYHEM (GB) (14) B g Dragon Dancer - Midnight Mayhem (IRE) J Kielan Woods T Nick Scholfield, Lambourn O Felstead Partnership B Christopher T. Dawson S Nick Scholfield Racing
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TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily-progressive sort who’s won 3 of his 6 handicap starts. Probably found the ground quicker than ideal when grinding out an end-ofseasonvictoryatWincanton (21f). Should find conditions moreto his liking here, and may well have benefited from a break ahead of this step up in class. 12Apr Wcn 21f HcpH good 1/6 Time To Bite (IRE) nk 14Mar Utt 23f HcpH soft P/17 Doughmore Bay (IRE) 14Feb Asc 19f HcpH gd-sf 2/15 Fiercely Proud (IRE) nk
TFRHHHII BHA128 FORM 444122
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TIMEFORM VIEW Another success story for up-and-coming yard, landing a fifth success in Cartmel Cup in August. Continued his relentless progress when runner-up in pair of very competitive handicaps since, latterly in Welsh Champion Hurdle at Chepstow (2m). He’ll be at least as effective back at this trip, too. 9Oct Chp 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/17 Pioneer Pete 4l 26Sep Mkt 16f HcpH good 2/12 Un Sens A La Vie (FR) hd 1 29Aug Cml 17f HcpH good 1/11 Lightening Company (IRE) 1 /2l
E Cheek Pieces
LA PINSONNIERE (FR) (100)
TFRHHHII BHA127 FORM 332-034
B m Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Ria Menina (FR) 6 11-1 J James Bowen E Cheek Pieces T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Dash Grange Stud B Baudron (S), Ecurie La Pinsonniere
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TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare. Runner-up in competitive listed novice sole previous start at this track. Best effort last season when 3 lengths third in competitive handicap at Kempton (21f) in March. Returns to hurdling off 3lb lower (didn’t take to chasing), for top yard who’ve been fairly quiet in recent months. 15Jul Utt 24f HcpC good 4/4 Sunray Shadow 42l 12Jun Ntn 25f HcpC good 3/4 Rickety Bridge (FR) 101/4l 9May Hay 24f HcpH good 9/15 Matty’s Getaway (IRE) 71/4l
FRONTIER PRINCE (GB) (30)
TFRHHHII BHA122 FORM 5334-01 D
B or Br g Frontiersman - Scorpion Princess (IRE) 5 10-10 J Jack Hogan E Tongue Strap T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham O Mr J. N. Greenley B Mr J Greenley S Hollins Land
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TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to finish third in a course novice handicap (2m, heavy) in November. Didn’t better that form in the remainder of 2025/6 season. Enhanced his good record fresh when winning on return at Perth last month, but he needs more to follow up in stronger company. 23Sep Per 20f HcpH good 1/12 Letterston Lily 31/4l 9May Hay 15f HcpH good 12/16 Moon Chime 20l 4Apr Hay 15f HcpH good 4/11 Dance And Glance 41/2l
HANDLETHEKETTLE (IRE) (49)
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Tooreen (IRE) J Gavin Sheehan T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn O RC Syndicate VIII B Mrs Mary Tyner S racingclub.com
2m 3f 200y
TFRHHHII BHA140 FORM 1111-F1 D
B g Al Namix (FR) - Brune Virginia (FR) 7 12-0 J Mr Lucas Murphy (7) T Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne O Mr J. F. Symes B Haras Du Hoguenet & Mr Gilles Lebaron S The Firehouse Somerset
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TFRHHHII BHA122 FORM 41/311-2 D
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TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced front runner who has an excellent strike rate. Again ran well fresh/impressed with his jumping when runner-up in his bid to make it 4-4 at Worcester last month. That form has taken a few knocks, though, and this looks his toughest test in handicaps to date. 4Sep Wor 20f HcpH good 2/8 That’s Nice (IRE) 31/4l 1 Jul25 Wor 20f HcpH good 1/7 My Chiquita /2l Jun25 Wor 20f HcpH good 1/5 Ukantango (IRE) 5l 12
Br g Valirann (FR) - Classic Sun (GER) J Michael Kenneally (3) T Edward F. Power, Ireland O Sean Dalton B Mr Cathal Persse
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TIMEFORMVIEW Useful bumperscorerwho made awinning debut inthe sphere E Hood at Cork (17f) last July. Still relatively unexposed over this trip and makes just his second handicap hurdle start following a breakthrough success onthe Flat atThurles earlier this month. Interesting Irish raider under promising claimer. 8Oct Thu 16f Stk yd-sf 1 Teofil (IRE) 31/2l 25Sep Lis 14f Stk gd-yd 3 Ebony King (IRE) 81/2l 12Sep Leo 13f Hcp good 16/21 Immutable (IRE) 33/4l
CAN HAPPEN (IRE) (34)
TFRHHIII BHA119 FORM 3P0-101
B g Vadamos (FR) - Ostarakov (GER) 6 10-7 J Miss Georgie Benson (7) E Tongue Strap T Peter John Flood, Ireland O Michael J. Mulligan/Patrick G. Walsh B Liam Gavin
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed progress to make it 2 wins from 3 hurdle starts with a smooth-travelling display (won by 3/4 length) under this claimer at Navan (21f) last time. Races off an 8lb higher mark on British debut and that’s probably enough to prevent a follow up. 3 19Sep Nav 21f HcpH good 1 Sallap (IRE) /4l 21Aug Kny 16f Stk good 5 Ragmans Corner (IRE) 41/4l 27Jul Gal 16f HcpH good 9 Timurshah (IRE) 18l
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TFRHHHII BHA116 FORM 4-50020
Br m Financial Reward (IRE) - Ashes Summer (IRE) 7 10-4 J Paddy Hanlon (5) E Cheek Pieces T John McConnell, Ireland O Pauline Conlon & Bk Vets Partnership B Mr Martin Peyton
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to her fairly useful best when runner-up in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (19f) in August. Underlined her inconsistency back over fences at Listowel the following month. Looks to have a bit to find on return to hurdles, for all her Irish yard usually targets this meeting. 25Sep Lis 19f HcpC gd-yd 9 Potters Pal (FR) 19l 21Aug Kil 18f HcpH good 2 Bhean Saibhre (IRE) 13/4l 2Aug Gal 16f HcpH good 7/17 Timurshah (IRE) 21l
11 SNATCH A GLANCE (GB) (103) Br g Passing Glance - Wizard’s Sliabh (IRE) 6 J Fern O’Brien (5) T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham O Pete Smith & Dr Simon Gillson B Sally Randell & Pete Smith S Dunraven Group of Companies
12 CROOKED PATH (IRE) (8) Ch g Waldgeist - Moving Heart (IRE) J Jonathan Burke T James Owen, Newmarket O Houghton and Lang B Winter Fox Partnership S RBC Scaffolding Ltd
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TFRHHHII BHA113 FORM 1F3-343
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TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/maiden hurdle winner at Ludlow. Shaped with promise to hit the frame in a couple of summer handicaps at Market Rasen/ Stratford. Likely found a busy spell catching up with him on latest start in July. Goes well fresh and certainly isn’t a no-hoper from just out of the weights. 12Jul Str 18f HcpH gd-fm 3/5 Getmetothemoon 101/2l 30Jun Str 22f HcpH gd-fm 4/7 Lion of The Desert (IRE)41/2l 28May Mkt 20f HcpH good 3/7 Crebilly (IRE) 23/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA114 (+7) FORM 2331-31
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TIMEFORMVIEW Third behind Morning Mayhem in solid handicap at Market Rasen (17f). Career best when convincingly winning a weaker event at Fontwell (19f) 8 days ago. Only his third hurdle start for yard with a fine knack of improving horses, and he’s still very much unexposed over this sort of trip. 15Oct Fon 19f HcpH gd-sf 1/5 Motazzen (IRE) 51/2l 26Sep Mkt 16f HcpH good 3/12 Un Sens A La Vie (FR) 4l 10Sep Epm 12f Hcp gd-sf 2/6 Duc de Kent (FR) nk
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TFRHHHHH BHA112 (+1) FORM 025322 BF
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Hiho Silver Lining 7 10-2 J Jamie Brace (5) E Visor T Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham O Mr M. Stavrou B Tim Lane S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at this fixture in 2024. Now on a very handy mark following a winless spell stretching back to that season. Again shaped as though readyto capitalise when well-backed second at NewtonAbbot (2 3/4m) 6 days ago. Back in deeper waters with a leading chance at the weights for in-form yard. 17Oct Ntn 21f HcpH good 2/6 Mount Anglesby (IRE) 3/4l 15Sep Utt 19f HcpH good 2/12 Virtual Rock (IRE) 3l 23Aug Wor 20f HcpH good 3/8 Letterston Lily 6l DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2025: FRENCH SHIP 5 11 5 Ben Jones 6-1 (Philip Hobbs & Johnson White) 20 ran Hood worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 10. Stewards Note: EAST INDIA EXPRESS: Following its run on 19/4/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.LA PINSONNIERE: Following its run on 15/7/2026 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently early-on. Probable S.P’s: 7-1 East India Express (IRE), 15-2 Crooked Path (IRE), Norman Fletcher (GB), 8-1 Sunny South West (IRE), 12-1 Morning Mayhem (GB), Frontier Prince (GB), Handlethekettle (IRE), 14-1 John Barbour (GB), 16-1 La Pinsonniere (FR), 20-1 Al Gasparo (FR), Can Happen (IRE), Cloonainra (IRE), Snatch A Glance (GB) NORMAN FLETCHER has been knocking on the door from a much reduced mark in recent weeks, and he may well record a long overdue second handicap success. Crooked Path and East India Express are feared most among the home brigade, with Sunny South West the pick of the Irish trio. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NORMAN FLETCHER 2.CROOKED PATH (IRE) 3.EAST INDIA EXPRESS (IRE)
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Fancy something away from Cheltenham today? DONCASTER Race 1 1.35 6f 2y 1 Big Cigar (IRE) 9-9 2 Glamorize (IRE) 9-5 3 Bulletsnap (IRE) 9-4 4 Mind Those Steps (GB) 8-13 5 Furturra (GB) 8-6 6 Lake Muritz (GB) 8-5 Race 2 2.10 6f 2y 1 Aramram (IRE) 9-12 2 Fine Interview (FR) 9-5 3 Dark Thirty (IRE) 9-4 4 Goldmoyne (IRE) 9-3 5 Fahrenheit Seven (GB) 9-2 6 Station X (GB) 9-2 7 Toyotomi (FR) 9-1 8 Lakers (IRE) 9-1 9 Golden Mind (IRE) 9-0 10 Brighton Boy (IRE) 9-0 11 Kodi Lion (IRE) 8-13 12 Advertised (IRE) 8-13 13 Pilu (IRE) 8-12 14 Rousing Encore (IRE) 8-9 15 City Captain (GB) 8-7 16 Musical Touch (IRE) 8-7 Race 3 2.45 7f 6y 1 Redemption Road (GB) 9-11 2 Zoum Zoum (GB) 9-9 3 Ellusive Butterfly (IRE) 9-8 4 Power Fizz (IRE) 9-7 5 Invictus Gold (IRE) 9-6 6 Murashah (IRE) 9-4 7 Palladas (GB) 9-3 8 U Sure Do (IRE) 9-2 9 Egoli (GB) 8-10 10 Inishbeg (IRE) 8-8
Race 4 3.20 7f 6y 1 Desert Romance (GB) 9-2 2 Floral (IRE) 9-2 3 Fortis Fortuna (IRE) 9-2 4 Harlequin Dream (IRE) 9-2 5 Macha’allah (GB) 9-2 6 Skyglow (IRE) 9-2 7 Snow Carnival (GB) 9-2 8 Tenshi (IRE) 9-2 Race 5 3.55 7f 213y 1 Age of Reason (FR) 9-7 2 Aston Bay (GB) 9-7 3 Entrust (GB) 9-7 4 Laurel Crown (FR) 9-7 5 Manitoba (GB) 9-7 6 Seagoing (IRE) 9-7 7 Silver Bay (IRE) 9-7 8 Vallejo (IRE) 9-7 9 Wellington Square (GB) 9-7 10 Zajal (GB) 9-7 Race 6 4.30 1 Topwarrior (GB) 2 Bone Marra (IRE) 3 Art Lover (IRE) 4 Novello Lad (GB) 5 Big Harry (GB) 6 Rikki Tiki Tavi (IRE) 7 First Time (IRE) 8 Woven (GB) 9 Star Material (IRE) 10 Aberama Gold (GB) 11 Alpha Magic (GB) 12 Charlie Mason (GB) 13 Stirrup Cup (GB)
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SECOND RACE
1.50
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £40000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £16692, 2nd £8348, 3rd £4172, 4th £2088. (Penalty Value £21784)
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
J Jockey
O Owner
T Trainer
B Breeder
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W P Mullins (48 wins from 391 runners, 12%) runs JARRIVE DE MEE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (23 wins from 86 runners, 27%) runs ICE JET FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2017 and 2021. The stable runs ICE JET today. LONGEST TRAVELLERS: BOWENSONFIRE trained by G Elliott & JARRIVE DE MEE trained by W P Mullins - both Ireland.
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PASSING DIAMOND (IRE) (13)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Coolmara Oscar (IRE) J Richie McLernon T Ben Haslam, Middleham O Mr M. M. Allen B Kieran & Cathy Mariga
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BOWENSONFIRE (FR) (20)
B g Gemix (FR) - Amulet (FR) J Jack Kennedy T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O KTDA Racing B E. A. R. L. Elevage Des Loges S Gordon Elliott, Bective Stud
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TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive front runner who has won 5 of his 6 starts this season, including when making it 3 from 3 over fences at Hexham 2 weeks ago, jumping impeccably once again. More needed if he’s to defy a double penalty but that’s entirely possible, especially if getting his own way in front. 10Oct Hex 20f HcpC good 1/4 Passengerontheship (IRE) 21/2l 29Aug Cml 17f HcpC good 1/5 Lermoos Legend 5l 20Jul Cml 17f HcpC good 1/4 Dunkerque (DEN) 43/4l
TFRHHHHH BHA143 FORM 00-4233 D
11-4
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart 2m hurdler. Yet to match that form in this E Hood sphere but has been brought along steadily, beaten only 2 lengths in a Grade 3 at Gowran 3 weeks ago despite not being well placed. Sets a clear standard. 3Oct Gow 20f Ch gd-yd 3/5 Frankie John (IRE) 2l 22Aug Kny 17f Ch good 3 Daddy Long Legs (FR) 20l 28Jul Gal 18f Ch good 2 Frankie John (IRE) 3l
JARRIVE DE MEE (FR) (29)
B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Galuminous (IRE) J Kielan Woods T Nick Scholfield, Lambourn O Max Out Partnership B J. S. Bolger S Nick Scholfield Racing
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TFRHHHHI BHA128 FORM 113111 D
11-12
TFRHHHHI BHA138 FORM 111/46-6 D
B g Authorized (IRE) - Capelle de Mee (FR) 7 11-4 J Mr P. W. Mullins T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O Aisling Byrne/M. Cunningham/P. Raleigh B Mr Andre Marcel Pommerai
4 GLEN TO GLEN (IRE) (8)
S Sponsor E Equipment
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the odds first 3 starts over hurdles in 2024/25 and didn’t look out ofplace atthetop levelwhen fourth at Punchestown Festival (3m). Offered something to work on both starts over fences (maidens), shaping well at Listowel 4 weeks ago until a 14-month absence took its toll. Down in trip. 24Sep Lis 22f Ch good 6 Love Me Tender (FR) 13l Aug25 Gal 22f Ch good 6 Intense Approach 41/2l Apr25 Pun 23f Hdl yield 4/8 Jasmin de Vaux (FR) 9l
TFRHHHII BHA132 (-1) FORM 5r130F
11-0
E Cheek Pieces
TIMEFORM VIEW Possibly not straightforward and while he has shown better form since joining this yard (winner at Perth this summer), his suspect jumping will be put to the test around here. 15Oct Fon 21f HcpC gd-sf F/4 Double Powerful (IRE) 10Oct Chp 16f HcpH gd-sf 8/12 Treasure Planet (IRE) 67l 3 10Sep Wor 20f HcpC good 3/5 Crebilly (IRE) 2 /4l
ICE JET (IRE) (38)
Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - StarJet (IRE) 4 11-0 J Harry Skelton E Tongue Strap T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Chris and May Mullin B Ladis S TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes
TFRHHHII BHA127 FORM 112P21 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a quick-fire hat-trick overhurdles in the spring and showed much improved form on third start over fences when making all in emphatic fashion at Uttoxeter last month. However, blotted his copybook when refusing to race at Kelso (withdrawn) October 4th. Tongue strap back on. 4Oct Kel 17f HcpC gd-fm Y/4 Breaking Cover (IRE) 15Sep Utt 15f HcpC good 1/5 Bleu d’Enfer (FR) 18l 22Aug Ntn 16f HcpC gd-fm 2/4 Gore Point 5l
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2025: ALNILAM (FR) 6 11 9 Sean Bowen 9-4 (Olly Murphy) 7 ran Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Bowensonfire (FR), 3-1 Ice Jet (IRE), 4-1 Jarrive de Mee (FR), 7-1 Passing Diamond (IRE), 12-1 Glen To Glen (IRE) BOWENSONFIRE was easily the best of these over hurdles and he’s also achieved the most over fences so far, so his claims are crystal clear. Bold-jumping front runner Passing Diamond could offer most resistance despite a double penalty. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOWENSONFIRE (FR) 2.PASSING DIAMOND (IRE) 3.JARRIVE DE MEE (FR)
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THIRD RACE
2.25
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562)
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
J Jockey
O Owner
T Trainer
B Breeder
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (42 wins from 291 runners, 14%) runs LORIKO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (23 wins from 86 runners, 27%) runs LORIKO FANCY THAT: F O’Brien won this race in 2019, 2021 and 2025. The stable runs FILS DE ROI today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: FIVEONEFIVE trained by C Collins, Ireland.
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2
TFRHHHII BHA134 FORM 112113 D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived for top yard this summer. Won 4 small-field races, beating subsequent winners at Market Rasen/Sedgefield more recently. Quick turnaround seemingly took its toll when beaten on hat-trick bid at Kelso (21f) latest. Has been freshened up and now faces an acid test in stronger company. 16Sep Kel 20f HcpH gd-fm 3/5 Dream’s Ka (FR) 81/2l 9Sep Seg 19f HcpH good 1/5 Ladies Day (IRE) 8l 15Aug Mkt 16f Hdl good 1/3 Eternal Angel (FR) hd
FIVEONEFIVE (IRE) (15)
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Jenmarie (IRE) 8 11-11 J Carl Millar (3) E Cheek Pieces T Cian Collins, Ireland O Salvatore Giannini/Tony Lagan B Joe & Mel Power
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LORIKO (FR) (37)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Theme Song (FR) 5 12-0 J Dominic Lewis (10) T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Cherry Knoll Farm, M Ward & D Skelton B E.U.R.L. AGB Agency & Olivier Rambert S TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes
TFRHHHHI BHA131 FORM 0-04310 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 3-time Cartmel winner. Career-best success in big-field handicap at Galway Festival in August. Looked back in form returning from short break on the Flat latest. Weighted to better his fifth in last year’s renewal of this race, with yard’s British runners going well so far this season. 8Oct Thu 16f Stk yd-sf 4 Sunny South West (IRE) 13l 20Aug Kny 17f HcpH good 9 Autumn Twist (IRE) 31l 1Aug Gal 16f HcpH gd-yd 1 Metamorpheus (IRE) 1/2l
WILD GOOSE (IRE) (22)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Poppy Come Running (IRE) 6 11-5 J Fern O’Brien E Tongue Strap T Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham O Mrs Marion Hudson B H. J. Fitzsimons & Smarden Thoroughbreds S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TFRHHHII BHA125 FORM 1421-51 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished last season with a decisive victory at Hereford (2m). Resumed progress with success at Southwell second time up this season, doing well to get up after meeting trouble. Step up in grade demands more again, though. 1Oct Swl 15f HcpH good 1/8 Bluegrass (IRE) 1l 4May War 16f HcpH good 5/8 Wondering Why (IRE) 103/4l 16Apr Her 16f HcpH good 1/9 Sun Art (FR) 5l
4 MOJITO DES MOTTES (FR) (13) B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Magie des Landes (FR) J Beau Morgan (3) T Ben Pauling, Naunton O Mr John P. McManus B Ecurie Des Mottes S BetPro IQ Limited
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4
TFRHHIII BHA125 FORM 42-P134
11-4
E Tongue Strap
TFRHHHHH BHA121 FORM 5/2244F- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Strong form when fourth in consecutive 2m handicaps at Ascot/Windsor last winter. Off since taking a tumble in extreme conditions at Newbury in February (labouring at the time). Interesting back in calmer waters, provided he’s back on song/tractable on first start in 8 months (can pull hard). 7Feb Nby 16f HcpH heavy F/15 Tutti Quanti (FR) 16Jan Wdr 16f HcpH soft 4/14 Hot Fuss (IRE) 6l Dec25 Asc 15f HcpH soft 4/15 Dance And Glance 1l
CONTINUANCE (GB) (37)
B g Postponed (IRE) - Caravela (IRE) 5 11-0 J Harry Atkins T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 21 B Jon and Julia Aisbitt S FBC Manby Bowdler
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TIMEFORM VIEW Hold-up type. Much improved when an easy winner of 5-runnerhandicap at NewtonAbbot (17f) secondtime upthis season. Hasn’t built on that in a couple of subsequent starts, finishing well-held fourth (no excuses the way it unfolded) in a well-run juvenile handicap at Chepstow latest. 10Oct Chp 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/12 Treasure Planet (IRE) 46l 20Sep Plm 15f HcpH good 3/5 Eternal Angel (FR) 23/4l 22Aug Ntn 16f HcpH gd-fm 1/5 Lunar Orbit (IRE) 91/2l
THE HARDEST GEEZER (IRE) (258)
Br g Malinas (GER) - Lis Goold (IRE) 7 11-1 J Jack Stenhouse (8) E Hood T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead O Gals and Geezers B Donal Murphy S Teresa Davis Sporting Artist
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TFRHHHHI BHA120 FORM 3-42202 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort. Runner-up in useful C&D handicap last Decemberpriora solidthird at Sandown. Hasn’t quite scaledthose heights in his summercampaign, though his onlyblip among 4 recent in-frame efforts came in a typically competitive Summer Hurdle. On a handy mark if recapturing his best. 16Sep Kel 20f HcpH gd-fm 2/5 Dream’s Ka (FR) 4l 18Jul Mkt 16f HcpH good 9/13 High Fibre (IRE) 41l 3Jul Ntn 16f HcpH good 2/5 Arctic Voyage 31/4l
WONDERING WHY (IRE) (172)
B g Sea Moon - Margarita (GER) 5 10-13 J Elliott England (8) T Ben Pauling, Naunton O Basher Watts Racing NH Syndicates 2 B Mrs Orla Hughes S Star Sports Bet
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TFRHHHHI BHA119 (+2) FORM 1/3216-1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage maiden hurdle/bumper winner. Back on the up when seeing off a handful oftoday’s rivals to make a successful handicap debut in May (second/third have also won in recent weeks). In the right hands to keep improving and could play a significant hand if ready to roll. 4May War 16f HcpH good 1/8 Nap Hand (IRE) 2l 8Mar War 16f Hdl gd-sf 6/10 Cosmic Connection (IRE) 16l 19Jan Lin 16f Hdl soft 1/18 Jamada (IRE) 5l 26
8 KAPITEIN KOOL (IRE) (14)
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TFRHHHHI BHA118 FORM 22100-3
5 10-12
B g Shirocco (GER) - Palm Meadow (IRE) J Michael Kenneally T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury O Mr Willem Van Der Horst B Susan Bredin S We Do Vans
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful heavy-ground novice winner at Exeter (17f) in February. Returnedto formwith sights loweredwhen 1 3/4-lengththird (not ideally placed) in Class 4 handicap at Chepstow on reappearance. Entitled to be sharper here and booking of top Irish conditional catches the eye. 9Oct Chp 19f HcpH gd-sf 3/15 Codetalker 13/4l 25Apr San 15f HcpH good 11/15 Cosmic Connection (IRE) 19l 21Mar Nby 18f HcpH gd-sf 7/9 Storming George (IRE) 16l
KING ULANDA (IRE) (22)
B g Kingston Hill - Ulanda (IRE) 6 10-8 J Ben Smith (6) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas O The Happy Monarchs B Aidan Sexton S Dodson & Horrell Ltd
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Prodiga (FR) J Tom Broughton T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham O Mr C. Coley B Mr Yannick Fouin S Hollins Land
11 EMERALD TIME (GB) (18) B g Time Test - Pitter Patter J James Turner T Ryan Hatch, Naunton O Hatch A Plan Syndicate B Mr H. M. Bedford
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10-5
TFRHHIII BHA113 FORM 52/626/0- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on his day. Beaten 10 1/4 lengths on reappearance in a strong renewal ofthis race in 2024. Only had 3 starts since, though (clearly isn’t the easiest to train), returning 17 months on from a no-show at Market Rasen. May25 Mkt 23f HcpH good 9/9 Letterston Lady 40l Apr25 Fls 20f HcpH gd-sf 6/10 Monviel (IRE) 21l 3 Nov24 Utt 19f HcpH soft 2/7 Coastal Rock (FR) /4l
TFRHHHII BHA111 FORM 513131 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Smooth-travelling type who has learned to relax E Tongue Strap with racing. Resumed progress when making it 3 wins in 5 starts in novice handicap at Stratford (19f). Up in class, but a bigger field will suit his style and he’s clearly going the right way. 5Oct Str 18f HcpH gd-fm 1/6 Roarin’ Success 31/4l 4Sep Wor 16f HcpH good 3/6 Zafaan (IRE) 5l 26Jul Utt 15f HcpH good 1/6 Drombeg Lad 13/4l
12 GOWER PRINCE (GB) (12)
TFRHHHII BHA104 (+4) (in 7lb ex) FORM 2-21221 D B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Lady Karinga 8 10-5 TIMEFORM VIEW Finished ahead of Mojito Des Mottes at Plumpton prior to J Benjamin Macey (3) E Hood gamelycapitalising on a lowerhurdles mark atthe second attempt at Chepstow (2m, T Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham soft) 12 days ago. Proving more consistent since joining present yard (2 wins/4 O Mrs Jan Johnson seconds from 6 runs), though has more on at the weights under a 7-lb penalty. B T. A. Harman 11Oct Chp 16f HcpH gd-sf 1/8 Haas Boy (FR) nk 20Sep Plm 15f HcpH good 2/5 Eternal Angel (FR) 11/2l S The Towers Hotel & Spa 5Sep Str 16f HcpC good 2/5 Breaking Cover (IRE) 11/2l
13 THANKYOUANDPLEASE (FR) (189) B g Authorized (IRE) - Malawa (FR) 6 J Ellis Collier (3) T Syd Hosie, Sherborne O Mrs Samantha Dunn B SARL IGEP Haras Du Chateau De Rabodanges
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TFRHHHII BHA109 FORM 0412U2- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Smooth traveller who was thriving at the end of last season. Went through his race like there could be more to come when only bettered by a well-backed one at Ayr (heavy) in April. Forecast rain certainly no harm to his chances, however, yard is without a win since his last run. 17Apr Ayr 20f HcpH soft 2/9 Balboa 51/2l 23Mar Wcn 15f HcpH good U/5 Homme d’Un Soir (FR) 9Mar Tnt 19f HcpH good 2/11 Taritino (IRE) 3l
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2025: LELOOPA (IRE) 5 10 9 Tom Broughton 14-1 (Fergal O’Brien) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 5, 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 9. Stewards Note: LORIKO: Following its run on 16/9/2026 it was reported that the horse hung badly right-handed late-on. THE HARDEST GEEZER: Following its run on 7/2/2026 it was reported that the horse finished lame. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Wondering Why (IRE), 13-2 The Hardest Geezer (IRE), 7-1 Loriko (FR), 8-1 Gower Prince (GB), 11-1 Continuance (GB), 12-1 Fiveonefive (IRE), 14-1 Kapitein Kool (IRE), 16-1 Wild Goose (IRE), Emerald Time (GB), 20-1 Mojito des Mottes (FR), Thankyouandplease (FR), 25-1 King Ulanda (IRE), 33-1 Fils de Roi (FR) THE HARDEST GEEZER has the strongest handicap form on offer, and he may well have the class to defy an 8-month absence. Wondering Why is in good hands and could prove the main threat if picking up where he left off last season. Continuance, Kapitein Kool and Fiveonefive all have recent match fitness on their side and need considering in a competitive renewal. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THE HARDEST GEEZER (IRE) 2.WONDERING WHY (IRE) 3.CONTINUANCE
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10 FILS DE ROI (FR) (532)
TFRHHIII BHA114 FORM 6-14133 D
TIMEFORMVIEW Made it 2wins from 3 startsthis season on returnto hurdling at Uttoxeter (2m) in July. Hasn’t matched that in a couple of handicaps since, promising morethan he delivered when 7-length third at Southwell (2m).Type who’ll benefit from return to a bigger field, though yard possibly under a cloud. 1Oct Swl 15f HcpH good 3/8 Wild Goose (IRE) 7l 9Sep Seg 16f HcpH good 3/3 Pergamon (FR) 101/4l 15Jul Utt 15f HcpH good 1/6 Machete Beach nk
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THE ODDSCHECKER NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(Grade 2) (REGISTERED AS THE SHARP NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE) (GBB RACE)
FOURTH RACE
3.00
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £80000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £36496, 2nd £14920, 3rd £7456, 4th £3728. (Penalty Value £47552)
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
J Jockey
O Owner
T Trainer
B Breeder
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (42 wins from 291 runners, 14%) runs COOLTOBECARELESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (23 wins from 86 runners, 27%) runs COOLTOBECARELESS FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2024 & 2025. The stable runs COOLTOBECARELESS today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: KINGOFTHEFRONTIER trained by J Dawson, Saltburn, 236 miles.
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BELLS GROVE (IRE) (34)
B g Capri (IRE) - Vitalized (IRE) J Kieren Buckley T E. Buckley, Ireland O Mr David L’Estrange B Miss Claire Wylie
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5
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed all 3 starts in bumpers for John McConnell and needed only to reproduce his hurdling debut form to land the odds at Ballinrobe (17.4f) in July. Showed improved form to follow up on handicap debut at Navan (2m) and needs taking seriously up in grade. 3 19Sep Nav 15f HcpH good 1 Lips Freedom (GER) /4l 21Jul Bal 17f Hdl good 1 How’s Ellie (IRE) 61/2l 30May Lis 16f Hdl good 3 Gomez Addams (IRE) 23/4l
COOLTOBECARELESS (IRE) (14)
ETERNAL ANGEL (FR) (33)
B g Authorized (IRE) - Earth Affair (GER) J Stan Sheppard T Tom Lacey, Woolhope O Value Racing - Eternal Angel B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Taillis S Galebreaker
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TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 1/210-1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point/bumper winner who created an excellent impression when making a successful hurdling debut on the back of a breathing operation at Chepstow (2m) a fortnight ago, bursting further clear up the run-in. Sure to go on to better things. 9Oct Chp 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/10 Herbies Sock (IRE) 13l 11Apr Ain 16f NHF gd-sf 12/20 Forthfactor (IRE) 52l 13Feb Fkn 16f NHF soft 1/6 Beau Speed (FR) 13/4l
TFRHHHII BHA122 (+1) FORM 121321 D
11-2
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive for current yard, registering a third E Hood success in 5-runner handicap hurdle at Plumpton (2m, good to firm) 33 days ago. Vulnerable to less-exposed types but should be capable of making presence felt. 20Sep Plm 15f HcpH good 1/5 Gower Prince 11/2l 15Aug Mkt 16f Hdl good 2/3 Loriko (FR) hd 18Jul Cml 17f HcpH good 3/11 Secret Force (IRE) 21/4l
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TFRHHIII BHAFORM 01100-1 D
B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Tipping On (IRE) 5 11-2 J James Bowen T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn O Gummerson, Martin, W T Walsh & Williams B Eric Larkin
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SIXPACK (GB) (31)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Terre du Vent (FR) J Jonathan Burke T James Owen, Newmarket O Houghton and Lang B Simon W. Clarke S RBC Scaffolding Ltd
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TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who was disappointing in listed/Grade 2 events for new connections last season but impressed in making a winning hurdling debut at Uttoxeter (2m) on return, showing enough speed to take care of a couple of fairly useful recruits from the Flat. This demands a lot more, though. 4Oct Utt 15f Hdl good 1/8 Venezuelan (IRE) 9l 11Apr Ain 16f NHF gd-sf 15/20 Forthfactor (IRE) 53l 7Feb Nby 16f NHF heavy 10/10 A Likeable Rogue (IRE) 122l
KINGOFTHEFRONTIER (GB) (143)
B g Frontiersman - Yoohoof 5 J Conor O’Farrell T John Dawson, Saltburn O Mr G. Critchley B Mr D. P. Topping & Miss A. Argerich S Tote
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TFRHHHHI BHA127 FORM 230-311 D
11-2
B g Maxios - Honours Stride (IRE) 5 11-2 J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Cool B John Kingston S Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
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TFRHHIII BHA112 FORM 1-31
11-2
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who confirmed the promise of his hurdling debut with victory in 2 1/2m maiden at Southwell in June. Hiked in grade now and, while he’s open to further improvement, this drop back in trip isn’t sure to suit. 2Jun Swl 2May Utt
20f Hdl 15f Hdl
good 1/5 Way Maker (IRE) good 3/7 Final Surprise (IRE)
71/2l 43/4l
TFRHHHII BHA118 FORM 4-1 D
11-2
TIMEFORM VIEW Had won a further 3 races on the Flat this year and left behind a low-key hurdling debut when successful in 4-runner novice at Warwick (2m) 31 days ago. Faces a much stiffer task at this level but good chance there’s more to come from him in this sphere. 22Sep War 16f Hdl gd-fm 1/4 Tralee Girl (IRE) 51/2l 22Aug Nkt 14f Hcp good 3/5 Arqoob (IRE) 5l 1 1Aug Nkt 12f Hcp gd-fm 2/8 Arqoob (IRE) /2l
SPANISH DARLING (FR) (16)
B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Darling Point (IRE) 5 11-2 J Kielan Woods E Tongue Strap T Alex Hales, Edgecote O Miss Susannah M L Parden B Beswick Brothers Bloodstock S Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 51-1311 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winning pointer who struck at the second time of asking in bumpers for Tom George at Worcester (2m) in September. Looked even better for the switch to hurdling when heavily eased down to win on hurdling debut there for new yard since and is open to plenty of improvement. 7Oct Wor 16f Hdl good 1/12 Cowboy Casanova (IRE) 7l 10Sep Wor 16f NHF good 1/8 Jaunty Trooper 11/4l 23Aug Wor 16f NHF good 3/10 I’ve Got A Friend (IRE) 1l
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B g Bathyrhon (GER) - LadyAnouchka (IRE) 4 J Ciaran Gethings T Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton O The Culverhill Partnership B Earl Bois Hue S Culverhill Farm Racing
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PLANTERS PUNCH (GB) (195)
B g Planteur (IRE) - Hoola Hula J Nico de Boinville T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Five Alive B Mr J. L. Lightfoot S Unibet
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TFRHHIII BHA117 FORM 3F140-2 D BF
11-1
TIMEFORM VIEW Newbury juvenile hurdle winner who acquitted himself well when fourth in the Grade 2 Dovecote at Kempton in February. Seemed more in need of the run than the market anticipated when turned over at short odds by Scott’s Legacy on return at Newton Abbot but has more on his plate back up in grade. 28Sep Ntn 16f Hdl good 2/6 Scott’s Legacy (IRE) 6l 1Apr Com 18f Hdl 8 Morvan (FR) 29l 21Feb Kmp 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/12 Klub de Reve (FR) 81/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA128 FORM 111- D
11-1
TIMEFORM VIEW In top hands and looked a useful prospect when winning all 3 starts in junior company last season. Type to go on improving and looks a novice to follow. 11Apr Chp 16f Hdl 31Mar Bgr 16f Hdl Nov25 Her 16f Hdl
10 SCOTT’S LEGACY (IRE) (25)
gd-sf 1/7 Mistral St Georges (FR) 7l good 1/7 Crack Ops 15l 3 good 1/6 Aqua Bleu (IRE) /4l
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 51-1 D
B g Vadamos (FR) - Claras Mighty (IRE) 4 11-1 J Sam Twiston-Davies T Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham O The Forefold Racing Partnership B Jimmy Lawler S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed a good attitude when making his second bumperstart a winning one at Southwell in March and followed up on Newton Abbot hurdling debut/reappearance (17f, good) when handing reopposing Matiwo a 6-length beating last month. This is tougher but he’s entitled to progress. 28Sep Ntn 16f Hdl good 1/6 Matiwo (FR) 6l 24Mar Swl 15f NHF good 1/7 Music Song (FR) nk Dec25 Her 16f NHF soft 5/12 Red Metal (FR) 19l
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Cooltobecareless (IRE), 3-1 Planters Punch (GB), 17-2 Bells Grove (IRE), 10-1 Spanish Darling (FR), 11-1 Sixpack (GB), 14-1 Eternal Angel (FR), Scott’s Legacy (IRE), 22-1 Governors Rock (IRE), Matiwo (FR), 33-1 Kingofthefrontier (GB) COOLTOBECARELESS burst clear in the manner of one ready for a higher-grade 2m novice on his recent hurdling debut at Chepstow and is taken to provide his top trainer with a third consecutive win in this race. Bells Grove was much improved when supplementing his Ballinrobe maiden success switched to a handicap at Navan last time and commands respect with the timefigure supporting the performance. Planters Punch went unbeaten in junior company last season and looks promising, too. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COOLTOBECARELESS (IRE) 2.BELLS GROVE (IRE) 3.PLANTERS PUNCH
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DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: FORTUNE DE MER (IRE) 5 11 2 Harry Skelton 14-1 (Dan Skelton) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.
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THE squareintheair.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
3.35
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £39750, 2nd £19870, 3rd £9940, 4th £4970, 5th £2480, 6th £1240. (Penalty Value £52030)
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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (42 wins from 291 runners, 14%) runs CALICO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (23 wins from 86 runners, 27%) runs CALICO WEIGHTWATCHER: SANS BRUIT won off a handicap mark of 139, his rating is now down 7lb to 132. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SKY LORD trained by H De Bromhead, Ireland.
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JPR ONE (IRE) (181)
B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Knightess (IRE) 9 12-0 J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne O Mr J. P. Romans B Robert Allen S Coral Racing Limited
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SOUL ICON (GB) (42)
B g Sixties Icon - Solitairy Girl J Adam Wedge T Keiran Burke, Whitcombe O This time next year maybe B Guy Bloodstock Ltd S Pugsley Revill
TFRHHHHI BHA158 FORM 321442- D
TFRHHHHH BHA148 FORM 11404-5 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Bidding for a hat-trick of wins in this race having made a winning return for the last 2 seasons. This has likely been the target once again and he’s 1lb lower than for his last win at Ascot in November. 16May Bgr 17f HcpC good 5/7 Grain d’Oudairies (FR) 39l 18Apr Ayr 16f HcpC heavy 4/7 Moudan (IRE) 30l 11Mar Chl 15f HcpC good 11/20 Martator (FR) 19l
TFRHHHII BHA140 FORM U45B-62 CD
9 10-10
TIMEFORM VIEW Almost 2 years since his last win but he hasn’t had E Tongue Strap that much racing in that time and he’s now 3lb below his winning chase mark. Arrives fit from the Flat (ran very well) so not taken lightly back down in trip. 11Sep Sal 14f Stk soft 2/4 Amiloc 4l 22Aug Ntn 21f HcpH gd-fm 2/5 American Sniper (IRE) 2l 18Jul Mkt 21f HcpC good 6/13 Queensbury Boy (IRE) 93/4l
4 TRAPRAIN LAW (FR) (188)
Gr g Martaline - Pina (FR) 8 10-3 J Mr Lucas Murphy (7) E Tongue Strap T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross O Mr Raymond Anderson Green B Ra. Green S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, NSPCC
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TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Wetherby last winter during a consistent spell but he was over 13 lengths behind Calico in this last year and is only 1lb lower now. 18Apr Ayr 16f HcpC heavy 3/7 Moudan (IRE) 31Jan Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf 3/8 JPR One (IRE) Dec25 Wet 15f HcpC soft 1/6 Doyen du Bar (IRE)
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort who had a mixed campaign over fences last season, though one of his wins was at Chepstow on his return. Not seen since producing an appalling round of jumping atAyr in April. 18Apr Ayr 16f HcpC heavy P/7 Moudan (IRE) 21Mar Nby 16f HcpC gd-sf 1/5 Escapeandevade (IRE) 5l 28Feb Nby 19f HcpC gd-sf U/8 Noble Park (IRE) -
TFRHHHII BHA130 FORM 33-0413 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Has tended to finish weakly over fences but made the most of a good opportunity in first-time headgear in maiden at Wexford in July. Useful form when third at Listowel since but this stiff finish is unlikely to suit. 20Sep Lis 17f Ch good 3 Ocastle des Mottes (FR) 21/2l 22Jul Wex 15f Ch good 1 Centreofattention (IRE) 70l 7Jun Pun 20f Ch good 4 Ma Jacks Hill (IRE) 101/2l
SANS BRUIT (FR) (188)
B g Triple Threat (FR) - Swedish Dancer (IRE) 8 10-2 J Harry Cobden E Tongue Strap T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Mr Andy Peake B Societe D’Entrainement Louis Baudron S Morson Group
17l 23/4l 3l
TFRHHHII BHA131 FORM 1P3U1P- D
SKY LORD (GB) (33)
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Banjaxed Girl 7 10-2 J M. P. O’Connor E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland O Watchman Racing B Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm
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TFRHHHII BHA133 FORM 242133- D
PALACIO (FR) (188)
B g Khalkevi (IRE) - Belle Yepa (FR) 8 10-2 J Dylan Johnston E Tongue Strap T Sam Thomas, Cardiff O Walters Plant Hire Ltd B E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet et al
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1m 7f 199y
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever last season, winning the Scottish Champion Chase (handicap) at Musselburgh. Kept top company on his next 3 starts and was only just denied in the Celebration Chase at Sandown on his final start. Good record fresh and is bound to go well. 25Apr San 15f Ch good 2/6 Edwardstone hd 10Apr Ain 19f Ch gd-sf 4/7 Grey Dawning (IRE) 17l 12Mar Chl 20f Ch good 4/7 Heart Wood (FR) 16l
CALICO (GER) (160)
B g Soldier Hollow - Casanga (IRE) 10 11-4 J Harry Skelton E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Mr John J Reilly B Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof S TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes
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TFRHHHII BHA130 FORM 654435- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Ideally suited by front-running tactics and landed Red Rum at Aintree for second successive year 18 months ago. Not so good last season but has since had a breathing operation and reappears potentially well handicapped. 18Apr Ayr 16f HcpC heavy 5/7 Moudan (IRE) 34l 9Apr Ain 15f HcpC gd-sf 3/15 Ryan’s Rocket (IRE) 11l 18Jan Wdr 16f HcpC soft 4/6 Highlands Legacy 91/2l
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8 IN THE AIR (FR) (9)
B g Coastal Path - Sably (FR) 8 J Ciaran Gethings T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth O Dynasty, Howell & Southern B Mr Charles Magnien S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
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TFRHHIII BHA123 (+3) FORM 10-4121 D
(in 7lb ex)
10-2
TIMEFORMVIEW Can boast a pretty good strike rate throughout his career and enhanced it further when beating 3 rivals at Wetherby 9 days ago. Likely to find a 7-lb penalty in much better race too much for him, though. 1 14Oct Wet 15f HcpC gd-fm 1/4 Sir Tivo (FR) /2l 19Jul Str 16f HcpC gd-fm 2/5 Sir Tivo (FR) 11/4l 16Jun Str 16f HcpC good 1/7 Whatyouwaitingfor (IRE) 1/2l
DUKE OF LUCKLEY (IRE) (22)
TFRHHIII BHA127 FORM 13P114 D BF
B g Mahler - Emily’s Princess (IRE) 9 10-2 J James Best E Visor T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 25 B Thomas Norris S FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a likeable attitude when making it 3 wins in small-field chases this season at Kelso last month. Ridden too forcefully in his bid to exploit a lower hurdles mark next time but likely to find this too competitive from 5lb out of the handicap. 1Oct Swl 15f HcpH good 4/8 Wild Goose (IRE) 19l 16Sep Kel 17f HcpC gd-fm 1/3 Conquer The Breeze (IRE) 23/4l 25Aug Str 16f HcpC gd-fm 1/4 In This World (FR) 26l DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: CALICO (GER) 9 10 10 Harry Skelton 5-1 (Dan Skelton) 9 ran Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note: PALACIO: Following its run on 18/4/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Calico (GER), 9-2 JPR One (IRE), 13-2 Sky Lord (GB), 8-1 Traprain Law (FR), Palacio (FR), 10-1 Sans Bruit (FR), 12-1 Soul Icon (GB), 14-1 In The Air (FR), 22-1 Duke of Luckley (IRE) CALICO can win this for the third successive season on his return with his chief rival JPR One keeping over half the field out of the handicap. Soul Icon may prove best of the others. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CALICO (GER) 2.JPR ONE (IRE) 3.SOUL ICON
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4.10
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8346, 2nd £4174, 3rd £2086, 4th £1044. (Penalty Value £10892)
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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W P Mullins (48 wins from 391 runners, 12%) runs MR HOLLYWOOD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N & W Twiston-Davies (9 wins from 27 runners, 33%) runs MISTER COKO LONGEST TRAVELLERS: COSMOS D’AINAY trained by G Elliott, MR HOLLYWOOD trained by W P Mullins, KINGSTONIAN trained by J P O’Brien - all Ireland.
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COSMOS D’AINAY (FR) (30)
Ch g Muhtathir - Eclipse d’Ainay (FR) J Jack Kennedy T Gordon Elliott, Ireland O Mrs L Rabson B E.A.R.L. Elevage D’Ainay S Gordon Elliott, Bective Stud
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4 OTIE’S FRIEND (IRE) (228) B g Jet Away - Ad Astra (IRE) J Kielan Woods T Nick Scholfield, Lambourn O Felstead Partnership B Michael Ronayne S Nick Scholfield Racing
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SAINT INVICTUS (IRE) (13)
B g Order of St George (IRE) - John’s Eliza (IRE) J Ellis Collier T Syd Hosie, Sherborne O Syd Hosie B Mr Emlyn Patterson
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KINGSTONIAN (GB) (26)
5
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Kinetica 4 J J. J. Slevin T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland O Kingstonian Partnership B Miss K. Rausing
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TFRHHHII BHA126 FORM 103-113
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 31
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart on Flat (stays 2 3/4m) and built on his hurdling debut promise to land a 2 3/4m Galway maiden in July, staying on to lead close home. That form is proving strong and he’s been highly tried back on the level since. Leading chance. 3Oct Lon 20f Stk gd-sf 7/10 Caballo de Mar (IRE) 6l 22Aug Yrk 13f Hcp gd-sf 20/22 Daiquiri Bay 21l 29Jul Gal 22f Hdl good 1 Jeroboam Machin (FR) 1/2l
DATSTHEHOLYALLOFIT (IRE) (29)
B m Snow Sky - Have You Time (IRE) J Brian Hughes T Patrick Neville, Leyburn O Mr Eamon McElligott B Martin McElligott S Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
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11-0
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TIMEFORMVIEW Impressed when opening his hurdles account atthethird time of asking at Cork in July and made the most of a good opportunitywhen following up at Perth (2m). Faced a stiff task when third of 4 at Listowel since and should benefit from this return to further. 23Sep Lis 16f Hdl good 3 Golden Handshake 11l 7Sep Per 16f Hdl good 1/4 Puppet Master (IRE) 23/4l 10Jul Crk 17f Hdl good 1 Lucky Vick (IRE) 11l
MR HOLLYWOOD (IRE) (20)
B g Iquitos (GER) - Margie’s Music (FR) 6 11-5 J Mr P. W. Mullins T W. P. Mullins, Ireland O The Triple Lock Partnership B Ammerland Verwaltung GmbH & Co.KG
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TFRHHHII BHA113 FORM 4-12311 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who was suited by the longer trip when making it third time lucky over hurdles at Sedgefield (21f) in September and belied market weakness to follow up in a race with more depth at Perth (2 1/2m), This is tougher still but shouldn’t be underestimated with further progress likely. 24Sep Per 20f Hdl good 1/5 Biglesisback 3l 9Sep Seg 21f Hdl good 1/5 Way Maker (IRE) 5l 28Aug Seg 19f Hdl gd-fm 3/8 Cadillac Ranch (IRE) 31/4l
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 201-
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at the third attempt in bumpers with his sights lowered in 7-runner event (13/8) at Plumpton (2 1/4m, soft) in March. Longer trip bound to suit now going hurdling but starts out in a warm race. 9Mar Plm 17f NHF gd-sf 1/7 Mint Approved (FR) 11/2l 21Feb Kmp 16f NHF gd-sf 7/13 Fine Shot 15l Dec25 Hun 15f NHF gd-sf 2/8 Milpat (FR) 3l
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 2/250-0
TIMEFORM VIEW £95,000 buy after finishing runner-up sole start in Irish points but showed only modest form in bumpers and made a discouraging start to his hurdling career at Chepstow recently. 10Oct Chp 19f Hdl gd-sf 12/13 Hitintheheadlines (IRE) 72l 5Mar Wcn 15f NHF gd-sf 7/12 Nevada Samba 9l Dec25 Plm 17f NHF soft 5/7 Five Bar Gate (IRE) 13l
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TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 3 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat winner (stays 2 1/4m) who shaped promisingly on his first go over hurdles when third of 16 in extended 2m maiden at Killarney in late-August. Respectable effort in a first-time visor in Irish Cesarewitch back on the level since and seems sure to improve for this longer trip. 27Sep Cur 16f Hcp heavy 10/30Chally Chute (IRE) 6l 22Aug Kny 16f Hdl good 3 Minella Hollow (IRE) 13/4l 31Jul Gal 12f Hcp yd-sf 4 Thread of Gold (IRE) 2l
MISTER COKO (FR) (16)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Ausone d’Alienor (FR) 4 10-12 J Sam Twiston-Davies T Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham O Avonstar Trading Company Limited B Mme Bernadette Quesny S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 50-3
TIMEFORMVIEW Failedto justifysupport onthe first of2 starts in bumpers but showed much more of why he’d been so well backed that day switched to hurdling when third of 12 in 2m novice at Worcester 16 days ago, despite racing on the seemingly unfavoured far side. Likely to improve over this longer trip. 7Oct Wor 16f Hdl good 3/12 Taranis Dubh 9l 8Mar War 16f NHF gd-sf 8/10 Merry Away (IRE) 44l Nov25 Hun 15f NHF gd-sf 5/9 Westbrooke Boy 9l 38
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2025: DE TEMPS EN TEMPS (IRE) 6 11 5 Freddie Keighley 22-1 (Martin Keighley) 7 ran
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Mr Hollywood (IRE), 2-1 Kingstonian (GB), 15-2 Cosmos d’Ainay (FR), 10-1 Datstheholyallofit (IRE), 22-1 Mister Coko (FR), 25-1 Otie’s Friend (IRE), 250-1 Saint Invictus (IRE) The form of MR HOLLYWOOD£ s Galway win is proving strong and there£ s surely more to come from him as a hurdler judged on his Flat ability, so he£ s taken to come out on top. Kingstonian is a very interesting rival however, himself well above average on the Flat and open to plenty of improvement over this longer trip. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MR HOLLYWOOD (IRE) 2.KINGSTONIAN 3.DATSTHEHOLYALLOFIT (IRE)
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SEVENTH RACE
4.45
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T Trainer
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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (42 wins from 291 runners, 14%) runs SNIPE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (23 wins from 86 runners, 27%) runs SNIPE WEIGHTWATCHER: UNANSWERED PRAYERS won off a handicap mark of 126, his rating is now down 14lb to 112. LONGEST TRAVELLERS: BRANDT trained by C Collins, BEGGARS ROCK trained by I Donoghue, CEANNDANA trained by R O’Sullivan - all Ireland.
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SNIPE (IRE) (16)
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pisces J Miss Heidi Palin T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Foxtrot Racing Snipe B Mrs Ethel Browne S Foxtrot Racing
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9
TIMEFORM VIEW Two hunter chase wins last season before a E Cheek Pieces creditable sixth in the Aintree Foxhunter in April. Better form in defeat in open handicaps this campaign but bit more needed if he’s to defy top weight. Headgear back on. 7Oct Wor 23f HcpC good 3/6 King Roly 7l 22Sep War 25f HcpC gd-fm 2/3 Fever Dream (IRE) s.h 10Sep Wor 20f HcpC good 4/5 Crebilly (IRE) 83/4l
MY GIFT TO YOU (IRE) (117)
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Bean Ki Moon (IRE) J Mr J. L. Scallan (5) T Cian Collins, Ireland O Del Boy Partnership B Tim Hegarty
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TFRHHIII BHA124 FORM 042-153
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who proved at least as good as ever when making awinning hunterchase debut atWarwick (33f, good) in Maybut hewas only fifth off his revised mark at Cartmel later in the month despite running as well as ever. Decent effort off lower hurdles mark the following month. 28Jun Utt 23f HcpH good 3/10 Oakley (GER) 2l 23May Cml 25f HcpC good 5/8 Ki Woo (FR) 81/4l 1May War 32f Ch good 1/4 Peaches And Cream (IRE) 4l
LITTLE LEDGEND (IRE) (28)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Nicat’s Benefit (IRE) 6 11-12 J Mr James King E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote O Gracehill UK & Partners B Thomas Keating S Betano
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TFRHHHII BHA125 FORM 16-2423 D
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B g Kingston Hill - Ariels Serenade (IRE) 8 11-13 J Mr Alex Chadwick E Visor, Tongue Strap T James Owen, Newmarket O LPOG 23 NH B Michael Moloney S racehorse-ownership.com
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TFRHHHHH BHA123 FORM 23-2211
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a touch of seconditis in bumpers/over hurdles but he’s 2 from 2 over fences (both wins at Worcester). Remains totally unexposed as a stayer and his rider has an excellent strike rate for this yard. 25Sep Wor 23f HcpC good 1/4 Turndlightsdownlow (IRE) 5l 23Aug Wor 20f HcpC good 1/10 Pep Talking 8l 22Jul Wor 20f HcpH good 2/13 The Grayster (IRE) 21/4l
TFRHHHII BHA120 FORM 0660-61
11-9
E Tongue Strap
TIMEFORM VIEW Sprung a surprise back from 3 months off at Galway last month, responding well to a marked change of tactics (made all). Not sure if he will back that up but yard has a decent record in Britain. 7Sep Gal 22f HcpC soft 1 Justatan (FR) nk 9Jun Sli 25f HcpH good 6 Ilbdare (IRE) 61/2l 24Apr Per 30f HcpC good 7/11 El Granjero (IRE) 26l
BEGGARS ROCK (IRE) (35)
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - TryTrix (IRE) 7 11-9 J Mr J. Dunne (3) E Blinkers, Tongue Strap T Ian Patrick Donoghue, Ireland O Mr Colin Lynskey B Mrs J. R. Cox
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TFRHHHII BHA120 FORM 3-60116 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to his very best when back-to-back winner at Wexford and Downpatrick in August but ran poorly back over hurdles next time despite a significantly lower mark. Significantly back up in trip. 18Sep Dpk 17f HcpH good 6 Calm Flight Ahead (IRE) 31l 31Aug Dpk 17f HcpC good 1 Presenting Lad (IRE) 43/4l 8Aug Wex 19f HcpC good 1 Leave In Secret (IRE) 41/4l
TFRHHIII BHA116
FORM 023-543 D B g Leading Light (IRE) - LadyArtemis (IRE) 9 11-5 TIMEFORM VIEW Probably better over hurdles and seemed J Mr L. P. Shanahan (5) E Cheek Pieces stretched by this stiff test in the 2024 renewal. T Ross O’Sullivan, Ireland O Hows Your Father Syndicate B Pate Ltd 26Sep Lis 22f HcpC good 3 Pinot Gris (IRE) 20l 8Aug Kil 20f HcpC good 4 Rexem (IRE) 73/4l 15May Kil 24f HcpH good 5 Faceman (IRE) 83/4l B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Joe’s Island 6 J Mr Derek O’Connor T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest O Ross, Tom, Helena Partnership B Paul S Davies S Fairplay Exchange
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TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner this summer and just as good when making a winning chase bow at Kelso 5 weeks ago, jumping fine. Top amateur booked and likely to go well. 16Sep Kel 21f HcpC gd-fm 1/4 Limerick Leader (FR) 3/4l 1 14Sep Seg 27f HcpH good 2/3 Paddy de Pole (IRE) /2l 7Sep Ntn 26f HcpH good 1/7 My Girl Katie (IRE) 41/4l 42
8 JUPITER DES BORDES (FR) (202)
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Bossa Nova (FR) 7 11-1 J Mr Hugo Hunt (3) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces T Richard Hobson, Little Rissington O Greenfield Racing B Mme M. Hanquiez, Mr G. Hanquiez & Earl L S LAP Electrical Ltd
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TFRHHIII BHA112 FORM 120550-
TIMEFORM VIEW Peaked when a narrow winner at Warwick (3m) in December but bit to prove now having been out of form when last seen in the spring. 4Apr Hay 25f HcpC good 9/11 Major Fortune (IRE) 39l 8Mar War 29f HcpC gd-sf 5/8 House of Habsburg 42l 17Feb Nby 23f HcpC soft 5/8 As The Fella Says (IRE) 12l
UNANSWERED PRAYERS (IRE) (172)
B g Ocovango - Fitanga Speed (IRE) 10 11-1 J Mr Henry Main (5) E Cheek Pieces T Chris Gordon, Winchester O The Morestead Pres Partnership B Kevin Talbot S Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
10 YOUDECIDE (IRE) (28) B g Mahler - Pharney Lady (IRE) J Miss Gina Andrews T Ben Pauling, Naunton O The Decision Makers B Mr V. Burke S BetPro IQ Limited
4May Fkn 29f HcpC good P/10 Tommie Beau (IRE) 6Apr Plm 28f HcpC good 4/10 Havaila (IRE) 8Mar War 29f HcpC gd-sf 3/8 House of Habsburg
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TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken a step forward this season, recording a E Cheek Pieces quick-fire double in August. Good runner-up efforts in better events at Worcester since but this step up in distance not expected to suit. Headgear back on. 25Sep Wor 20f HcpC good 2/12 Pep Talking 13l 10Sep Wor 20f HcpC good 2/5 Crebilly (IRE) 21/2l 28Aug Fon 21f HcpC good 1/7 Helios Allen (FR) 71/2l
11 BETTER OFF ALONE (IRE) (19) B g Ocovango - Tina’s Truffles (IRE) J Mr Sean O’Connor (3) T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham O David Maughan B Barbara Kirby Coleman S FBC Manby Bowdler
TFRHHHII BHA112 FORM 55634-P C
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run and was in poor form when last seen in the spring, but starts the new season potentially well treated at least (14lb lower than when a close fifth in this last year on return).
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TFRHHIII BHA104 FORM P34P-31
10-7
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark at Uttoxeter 19 days ago but E Visor that was a weak event and this sketchy jumper is likely to find this too demanding.
4Oct Utt 24f HcpC good 1/7 Izzy’s Grey (IRE) 33/4l 4Sep Wor 23f HcpC good 3/6 Dexperts Opinion (IRE) 41/4l 15Mar Chp 23f HcpC soft P/11 Express Surprise (IRE) DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: SMUGGLERS HAVEN (IRE) 6 10 13 Miss Lily Bradstock 10-3 (Sara Bradstock) 18 ran Visor worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 8, 9, 10. Stewards Note: UNANSWERED PRAYERS: Following its run on 4/5/2026 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Little Ledgend (IRE), 4-1 Fairlawn Skipper (GB), 8-1 Youdecide (IRE), 14-1 Snipe (IRE), Unanswered Prayers (IRE), 16-1 Brandt (IRE), Better Off Alone (IRE), 22-1 My Gift To You (IRE), Beggars Rock (IRE), Ceanndana (IRE), Jupiter des Bordes (FR) LITTLE LEDGEND has thrived for the recent switch to chasing and can extend his unbeaten record to 3. Fellow novice Fairlawn Skipper made a winning chase bow in good style at Kelso last month and he looks the other potential improver in the field, while Unanswered Prayers is lurking on a dangerous mark on return. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LITTLE LEDGEND (IRE) 2.FAIRLAWN SKIPPER 3.UNANSWERED PRAYERS (IRE)
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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.15 - THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £121 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £24 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £97 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Penalties, after October 10th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. William Hill has kindly sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition a £150 award will be made to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of William Hill. 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. 26 entries, 3 at £24 and 23 at £121. - Closed October 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.50 - THE CATESBY ESTATES ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £21784 to the winning horse The second to receive £10036, the third £5016 and the fourth £2512. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 17th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 steeple chase 5lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 or Class 2 steeple chase 8lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined.. CATESBY ESTATES has generously sponsored this race and will make presentations to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition, they will present a £150 cash prize 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 CATESBY ESTATES. 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. 9 entries at £200. - Closed October 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £16692; Second £8348; Third £4172; Fourth £2088. (Penalty Value £21784) A SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.25 - THE FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENTS CONDITIONALJOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (ChallengerTwo Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £96 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £19 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £77 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Penalties, after October 10th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 20th, 2026, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENTS has kindly sponsored this race. Mementoes will be presented to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition, a £150 cash prize 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 FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENTS. 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. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 27th March, 2027. 25 entries, 1 at £19 and 24 at £96. - Closed October 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (PenaltyValue £10562) A SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.00 - THE ODDSCHECKER NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)(Grade 2) (REGISTERED AS THE SHARP NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £47552 to the winning horse The second to receive £17808, the third £8896 and the fourth £4440. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 17th and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Grade 2 hurdle race 3lb Of a Grade 1 hurdle race 5lb. ODDSCHECKER has generously sponsored this race and will make presentations to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition, a £150 cash prize will be awarded to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £15000 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of ODDSCHECKER. 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. 16 entries at £400. - Closed October 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £36496; Second £14920; Third £7456; Fourth £3728. (Penalty Value £47552) A SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.35 - THE squareintheair.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £52030 to the winning horse The second to receive £23920, the third £11960, the fourth £5980, the fifth £2990 and the sixth £1490. for four yrs old and upwards. £500 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Penalties, after October 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Square in the Air has kindly sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition a £150 award will be given to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 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 or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 16 entries, 4 at £100 and 12 at £500. - Closed October 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £39750; Second £19870; Third £9940; Fourth £4970; Fifth £2480; Sixth £1240. (Penalty Value £52030) SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.10 - THE MCCOY CONTRACTORS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10892 to the winning horse The second to receive £5018, the third £2508 and the fourth £1256. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 17th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 5lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 8lb. McCOY CONTRACTORS has kindly sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition a £150 award will be made to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 12 entries at £100. - Closed October 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8346; Second £4174; Third £2086; Fourth £1044. (Penalty Value £10892) A SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.45 - THE CHAPEL DOWN AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9934 to the winning horse The second to receive £4970, the third £2482, the fourth £1244 and the fifth £620. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £96 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £19 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £77 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Penalties, after October 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race. CHAPEL DOWN has kindly sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition, a £150 cash prize will be awarded to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries, 1 at £19 and 17 at £96. - Closed October 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8634; Second £4318; Third £2158; Fourth £1080; Fifth £540. (PenaltyValue £9934) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. 46
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