Cheltenham Racecard - Saturday 25th October

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Welcome to The William Hill Showcase – Saturday!

Hello and a very warm welcome back to Cheltenham Racecourse for the second day of The William Hill Showcase, as we continue the opening weekend of the 2025/26 Jump season

Following a thrilling start yesterday, the action continues today with another seven races, offering an early indication of form and setting the stage for the season ahead

We’re also delighted to be welcoming INVADES, who join us in the Best Mate enclosure for what promises to be an unforgettable raceday atmosphere With a record turnout of around 6,000 students, many experiencing Cheltenham for the first time, we’re thrilled to open the doors of the Home of Jump Racing to the next generation of racing fans It’s vital we continue to inspire and welcome young people into this great sport, and today is the perfect celebration of that energy and enthusiasm.

Make your way to The Centaur at 12:15pm for a special raceday preview hosted by racing broadcaster Nick Luck, joined by racing greats Sir AP McCoy and Barry Geraghty. They’ll be talking you through today’s card, offering expert insight and highlighting their ones to watch for the afternoon ahead This is followed by the Preview Show in the winners’ enclosure at 12.35pm presented by Martin Kelly and Aly Vance

On the track, the William Hill Bet Odds Guaranteed Handicap Chase headlines the afternoon, featuring some standout contenders including Hyland, a dual Cheltenham winner last season, alongside Nasalam, Three Card Brag, and Cheltenham Festival runner-up Rock My Way. Also among the day’s runners, Gowel Road looks to reignite his strong Cheltenham record, while Welcome To Cartries makes his eagerly anticipated first start over fences, a fascinating novice chase prospect for the season ahead

Off the track, the brand new 50:50 Raffle returns for its second day, giving racegoers the chance to win big while supporting a great cause. Don’t miss your opportunity to take part and make a difference to the Gold Cup community fund

The GBR Jockey Gym is also back at Cheltenham today, where the team will be hosting interactive masterclasses, demonstrations and signings You can take on your friends and family in strength challenges, meet some friendly Shetland ponies which is the starting point for many of today’s top jockeys and even step into the Commentator’s Box to try your hand at calling the action over some of last season’s Cheltenham highlights.

Enjoy the rich acoustic sounds of Luke Brougham in between races, performing in the Tattersalls Sales Arena. And when the racing concludes, The Centaur is your post-racing destination, where Mojo will bring the day to a close with crowd favourites guaranteed to have you singing along and soaking up the atmosphere We’d like to extend our sincere thanks to today’s race sponsors; William Hill, Pertemps, Mastersons Holdings and Oddschecker for their generous support in making this day possible

Whether this is your first time at Cheltenham or a welcome return, thank you for being part of this special weekend as we launch another unforgettable season of Jump racing at the Home of our sport.

Enjoy your day.

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RACECARD EXPLAINED

6 INOTHEWAYURTHINKIN(IRE)(41)

B g Walk InThe Park (IRE) - Sway (FR) 7 11-10

J Mark Walsh

T Gavin Cromwell

O Mr John P. McManus

E Tongue Strap

TFRHHHHH BHA160 FORM 011-054 CD

TIMEFORMVIEWWontheKimMuiratthismeetinglastyearbeforeaddinga Grade1NoviceatAintree.Hasfoundlifetougherinopencompanysincebuthedid stayonwellwhen71/4lengthsfourthtoGalopinDesChampsintheIrishGoldCup (3m)6weeksagoandthislongertripwillplaytohisstrengths.

B Mrs Noreen McManus S 1Feb Leo 24f Ch Yield 4/10 GalopinDesChamps(FR) 7

Dec24 Leo 24f Ch gd-yd 5/9 GalopinDesChamps(FR) 15l Nov24 Pun 19f Ch soft 7/8 FactTo File (FR) 36l

Aquick wayto see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.

Look out for Letters:

C = Has won at this course

D = Has won over this distance

CD = Has won over this distance at this course

BF = Was a beaten favourite

- = New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race

F = Horse fell

U = Rider unseated

R = Horse refused to race

CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse

B = Horse was brought down

S = Horse slipped

r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race

d = Disqualified

Bold form

figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

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

3. Timeform view and TFR rating

Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

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

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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THE RACEIQ JUMP INDEX

The rise of statistics in sport has transformed how sporting events are broadcast, played, and followed and data has become essential for performance analysis and planning. RaceiQ’s metrics aim to bring horse racing to a modern, data-savvy audience. The metrics are all powered by GPS trackers carried on every horse and produce:

LENGTHS GAINED JUMPING (LGJ)

The lengths gained, or lost, by a horse at each obstacle in a race, relative to the field.

JUMP INDEX

This quantifies a horse’s jumping ability at each obstacle, in a race, and throughout its career as a score out of ten. It compares the efficiency, speed and fluency of a horse’s jumps against all those recorded in the RaceiQ database.

SPEED LOST

The difference in a horse’s speed (in mph) from entering the Jumping Envelope (the area 30m before and after a fence) to landing.

ENTRY SPEED

The horse’s speed (in mph) when entering the Jumping Envelope.

FINISHING SPEED PERCENTAGE (FSP)

The speed a horse completes the final four furlongs in comparison to the whole race; An FSP of 110% reflects a horse covering the final furlongs 10% quicker than they travelled through the race as a whole.

STRIDE LENGTH

The distance a horse covers with a full cycle of a stride. We can measure both the average and peak stride length of a horse (in metres).

These can be used to analyse previous runs and attempt to predict future performance. A great example was Ballyburn at the 2025 Cheltenham Festival. His career Jump Index of 6.8 out of 10 before the race was lower than all but one of his rivals, and on the day, he scored a Jump Index of 5.8 out of 10, which was the worst of the seven runners. The Lengths Gained Jumping metric then quantified the impact of this poor jumping, highlighting that despite only finishing eight and a half lengths behind the winner, Lecky Watson, he forfeited nearly 20 lengths to him through slow jumping in the race.

We are delighted to be using the RaceIQ data specific to Cheltenham for the first time this season. It will enhance the racegoers experience and bring a whole new aspect to race analysis for our visitors each day.

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CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice fouryrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £22000 Owners Prize Money 1st £8886, 2nd £4442, 3rd £2222, 4th £1111, 5th £554. (PenaltyValue £11618.20)

FIRST RACE

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK J O S T B E

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (32 wins from 255 runners, 13%) runs MAJOR FORTUNE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H De Bromhead (9 wins from 32 runners, 28%) runs ZURICH

LONGESTTRAVELLERS: TRUE TESTIMONY & WESTAWAY trained by I Donoghue, ZURICH trained by H De Bromhead, DARCY’S FRIEND trained by E Mullins - all Ireland.

1 CRESTOFFORTUNE (GB) (204)

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J SamTwiston-Davies

T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

O Crest Racing VI

B R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg

S Crest Racing

2 DOUBLE POWERFUL(IRE) (203)

ChgOcovango-ConsDream(IRE) 6 11-9

J ConorO’Farrell E Hood

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

O Equi ex Incertis Partners

B Con Collins

S Tote

3 INOXALLEN (FR) (185)

BrgMaskedMarvel-BienvenueAllen(FR)

7 11-5

J Derek Fox E Visor,Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O Thunder Holdings, Milne & Russell

B Mr Bruno Vagne

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

4 RIGHTSOTOM (GER) (192)

BgMaxios-RiviereDiamant(IRE)

6 11-5

J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Mrs Mary-Ann Middleton

B Gestut Kussaburg

S Coral Racing Limited

5 WESTAWAY(IRE) (80)

BgWesterner-Cruisingdownriver(IRE)

7 11-4

J DannyGilligan E TongueStrap,CheekPieces

T Ian Patrick Donoghue, Ireland

O An Dun Racing Syndicate

B J. P. Russell

6 TRUETESTIMONY(IRE) (24)

BmDoyen(IRE)-TopGarde(FR)

6 11-2

J ConorStone-Walsh (3) E Tongue Strap

T Ian Patrick Donoghue, Ireland

O Matthew Rogers

B Ms Louise Lyons

7 ZURICH (FR) (20)

BrgDoctorDino(FR)-Zureka(FR) 6 11-0

J Darragh O’Keeffe

T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

O Pimlico Racing Ireland

B Mrs Henri Devin

2m 4f 44y + 36y dueto rail movement

TFRHHHHI BHA135

FORM122213- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumperwinnerwho landed a maiden/novice over hurdles (atupto20.5f)beforerunningascreameronfirstcrackat3m+whenthirdinthe Grade 1 Sefton in April (tongue tie fitted) Step back in trip not sure to suit for chasingdebutbuthe’sgottheframeforthelargerobstacles.

4Apr Ain 24f Hdl good 3/13 Julius des Pictons (FR) 21/2l

8Mar Ayr 20f Hdl soft 1/5 JupiterdesMottes(FR) 5l 15Feb Asc 19f Hdl

TFRHHHHI BHA134

FORM111233- C D

TIMEFORMVIEW Made great strides overhurdles lastterm,winning first 4 startsofthatcampaignpriortoaseriesoffineeffortsindefeat,culminatingina third-placed finish in a valuable Aintree handicap (24.7f, good) Won’t need to improvemuchfortheswitchtofencesinordertoplayabigparthere.

5Apr Ain 24f HcpH good 3/17 Deep Cave (IRE)

15Mar Kmp 21f HcpH good 3/10 Aston Martini

Dec24 Asc 21f HcpH gd-sf 2/13 East India Express (IRE) hd

TFRHHHHH BHA130

FORM34/3001- D

TIMEFORMVIEW Much improved with a visor added and returned to positivetacticswhen a dominantwinnerofa Perth handicap inApril on only his second outing over fences. Jumped superbly on that occasion andrevisedmarklooksveryfairreturningwithhisstableinform.

23Apr Per 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/9 Denemethy(IRE) 11l

1Mar Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf 7/10 Bold Light (IRE) 12l

18Jan Hay 24f HcpH soft 7/11 Uncle Bert 35l

TFRHHHII BHA130

FORM1/01503TIMEFORMVIEWLookedpromisinginspring2023forThomasMullinsand all the fitter for return to action when landing a few bets at Doncaster in November Backtothatformonthebackofabreathingoperationwhenthird atCheltenhaminAprilandhecouldeasilyimproveforthelargerobstacles.

16Apr Chl 20f HcpH good 3/14 East India Express (IRE) 61/2l 15Feb Asc 19f HcpH good 10/11 Altobelli (IRE) 23l Dec24 Nby 20f HcpH gd-sf 5/11 Jipcot (FR) 19l

TFRHHHII BHA129

FORM040-4F2 D

TIMEFORMVIEW FormerJohnMcConnellinmatewhoshapedwellwhen fourth of 9 on chase debut at Kilbeggan in June. Fell heavily 4 out when leading under a change of tactics in maiden chase at Wexford before a runner-upeffortatthatvenue.ThisBritishmarkisn’tagift,however.

6Aug Wex 19f Ch good 2 Ashdale Flyer(IRE) 1l 23Jul Wex 19f Ch good F Nouvotic (FR)16Jun Kil 20f Ch gd-yd 4 Anyway(GER) 12l

TFRHHIII BHA127

FORM5462-03

TIMEFORMVIEW6-y-omarewhoshowedfairlyusefulformwhensecondof 11inListedhandicapchaseatFairyhouse(21f)inApril.Excuseswhenmid-fieldin PatTaaffehandicapchaseamonthlaterandsheprobablyneededtherunback indistancestartingoutfornewyard3weeksago Tonguetiegoeson.

1Oct Sli 17f Ch gd-yd 3 Jalila Moriviere (FR) 25l 3May Pun 24f HcpC yield 7/12 Bill Baxter(IRE) 34l 22Apr Fai 21f HcpC soft 2/11 Kiltealy Park (IRE) s.h

TFRHHHII BHA125

FORM1/4530-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner in France who was awarded the race after he was carried right close home in 17f handicap chase at Killarney 3 weeks ago Step back up in trip in his favour but this is a deeperrace

5Oct Kny 17f HcpC yield 1 PrinceofAir(FR)22Mar Nav 23f HcpC soft 10 Canal End (IRE) 75l 13Feb Clo 16f HcpC soft 3 Luminous Light 41/4l

8

KDEUX SAINTFRAY(FR) (183)

BgMaskedMarvel-MagicSaintfray(FR) 5 10-12

J Jonathan Burke E Tongue Strap

T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

O Les Bleus Fonces

B Mme Catherine Savare

S geegeez.co.uk

9 BLENKINSOP(GB) (204)

BgWesterner-LastofHerLine 8 10-11

J Ciaran Gethings

T Henry Daly, Ludlow

O Mrs L Nixon

B T. F. F. Nixon

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

10 DARCY’S FRIEND (IRE) (20)

BrgElusivePimpernel(USA)-StrikeThree(IRE) 6 10-10

J Donagh Meyler

T Emmet Mullins, Ireland

O MrAlan Hughes

B John F. Ryan

11 NEWTONTORNADO (FR) (202)

J BenJones

T Rebecca Curtis, Newport

O Frobisher Hyde McDermott Outhart Waters

B MrJ. Gallorini & Mr C. Gallorini-Berger

S William Hill

12 MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) (188)

BgSoldierofFortune(IRE)-NumeroHuit(IRE) 7 10-9

J HarrySkelton

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Major Fortu

B Noel O’Brien

S Olive Print & Graphics

13 SPRINGSAGIRL(IRE) (40)

BmIrishWells(FR)-FlagsFlying(IRE) 6 10-6

J Sean Bowen

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

O A Grand Day Out

B Michael Ryan

S FBC Manby Bowdler

14 SCORSESE (IRE) (183)

ChgShirocco(GER)-NovaDestiny

7 10-5

J Richie McLernon E Cheek Pieces

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

O Paul McKeon

B Sean Osborne

S Tote

TFRHHHII BHA123

FORM2/11162- D

TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhomadeasuccessfulstartunderRuleswhen rallyingtoleadagainclosehomeinbumperatAscotandbarelycameoffthebridle ashealsomadeasuccessfuldebutoverhurdlesatCatterick(19.3f).Similarform whensecondatChepstowinAprilandnowmakeshandicap/chasedebut.

25Apr Chp 19f Hdl good 2/5 Lieutenant Mayne (IRE)

25Jan Chl 20f Hdl soft 6/7 Sixmilebridge (IRE) 25l Dec24 Cat 19f Hdl good 1/10 TamarindBay(IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA122

FORM110//030- D

TIMEFORM VIEW A four-time handicap scorer (around 2m4f) over hurdles in 2022/23. Restricted to just 3 runs last season (gave his runningonlyonce)butbredtodowelloverfences.

4Apr Ain 20f HcpH gd-sf 18/20WellingtonArch 66l 15Mar Utt 19f HcpH gd-sf 3/15 Hidden History 4

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1Feb Wet 19f HcpH soft 12/17 MrBramley 25l

TFRHHHHI BHA121

FORM0/P1-522

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning stable debut over 2m in March and progressive form since, shaping promisingly on chase debut when second of 6 at Killarney 3 weeks ago (23.5f). Drop back in trip no inconvenienceandhe’sinexperthands.

5Oct Kny 23f Ch yield 2 Nastya (IRE)

3Oct Gow 20f HcpH soft 2 Minority Interest (IRE) 6l 3Jul Tip 16f HcpH gd-yd 5

TFRHHHII BHA121

FORM322221- D

TIMEFORM VIEW £85,000 buy after winning an Irish point and following a quartet ofrunner-up efforts, he landed the odds at Ffos Las in April. Successful sole outing in Irish points, which offers hope aheadofthischasenow.

6Apr Fls 20f Hdl gd-sf 1/8 CourageousStrike 3

16Mar Chp 23f Hdl good 2/3 Histrionic (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA120

FORM6P4263TIMEFORMVIEWBigimproversteppedupto21/2m+,winning5onthespin and addingto histallyat NewtonAbbot (16.8f) in October2024 Form oflate hasapatchierlook,buthestucktoitprettywellwhenthirdof6uppedto25.7f inApril.Off6monthsbutthatnoconcerngivenyardherepresents.

20Apr Plm 25f HcpC good 3/6 Hugos New Horse (FR) 9

22Mar Nby 16f HcpC good 6/6 Ballybreeze 29l

7Mar Lei 22f HcpC gd-sf 2/6 Mahons Glory (IRE) 3/4

TFRHHHII BHA117

FORM16124-2

TIMEFORMVIEW Progressiveoverhurdlesin2024andbrightstartafter 8monthsoffwhensecondof4onhandicapchasedebutatWorcester(16.5f) 40daysago,keepingonwellrun-in.Returntothislongertripcouldseeher dobetterstillbutthisisadeeperrace Hoodoff

15Sep Wor 16f HcpC gd-sf 2/4 Breaking Cover(IRE) 1l

16Mar Mkt 23f HcpH good 4/6 Grangeclare Diego (IRE) 10l 5Feb Lud 21f HcpH gd-sf 2/8 LookingAsYouAre hd

TFRHHHII BHA115

FORM006411- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-key start for this yard but really got his act together in the spring, winning brace of handicap hurdles. Cheekpieces replace blinkers back from 6 months off switched to fences.

25Apr Per 20f HcpH gd-sf 1/12 BurningItUp(IRE) 14l

20Mar Seg 19f HcpH good 1/9 BenefitBen(IRE) 71/2l 7Mar Exe 23f HcpH good 4/12 RiverVoyage (IRE) 17l

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2024: LISNAMULTLAD (IRE) 7 11 7 Sean Bowen 20-1 (Ian Patrick Donoghue) 11 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Hood worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 14.

Stewards Note:

BLENKINSOP: Following its run on 4/4/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Darcy’s Friend (IRE), 7-1 Inox Allen (FR), 10-1 Crest of Fortune (GB), Double Powerful (IRE), Major Fortune (IRE), 11-1 Zurich (FR), 14-1 West Away (IRE), Springs A Girl (IRE), 16-1 Newton Tornado (FR), 18-1 Rightsotom (GER), 20-1 Kdeux Saint Fray (FR), 22-1 Blenkinsop (GB), 25-1 True Testimony (IRE), Scorsese (IRE)

This should turn out to be strong handicap form but such was the impression INOX ALLEN created on second chase start in the spring, he’s hard to get away from on this return to action. Darcy’s Friend is just the type his excellent yard will get even more out of so he’s a huge threat, while Double Powerful and Crest of Fortune are just a couple of interesting chase debutants.

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THE PLAYWILLIAM HILL’S FINALONE STANDING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for novice fouryrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money 1st £8346, 2nd £4174, 3rd £2086, 4th £1044. (PenaltyValue £10892)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (32 wins from 255 runners, 13%) runs GREAT FLEET TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs POUR LES FILLES

FANCYTHAT: J McConnell won this race in 2020, 2021 & 2024 The stable runs MINELLA SUPREME today.

1 SPORTING GLANCE (FR) (18)

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6 11-8

J DannyGilligan E Tongue Strap

T Cian Collins, Ireland

O Mr K. McConnell

B Mme Sarah Faulks & Mr Nigel Faulks

2 CONMANJOHN (IRE) (20)

BrgMalinas(GER)-Shanclough(IRE) 5 11-5

J Derek Fox

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O Mrs C. Wymer

B Kathleen Lane

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

3 POUR LES FILLES (GB) (15)

BgPourMoi(IRE)-RavelloBay 7 11-5

J Jack Kennedy

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O K Haughey/Laura Haughey/Kieran T Byrne

B R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg

S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

4 CATCHINTSAVO (IRE) (176)

BgWalkInThePark(IRE)-Catcheragain(IRE)

J SamTwiston-Davies

T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

O House Family Partnership

B Thistletown Stud

S Lydeard Farm Bush Camp & Lodge

5 GREATFLEET(IRE) (20)

BgDoyen(IRE)-RosaFleet(IRE) 5 11-0

J HarrySkelton

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Craig & Laura Buckingham

B James Hennelly

S Manor Farm Bloodstock

6 INISHCORKER (IRE) (265)

GrorRogJukeboxJury(IRE)-Feldaline(IRE) 5 11-0

J Sean Bowen

T Rebecca Curtis, Newport

O Peace of Corker Partnership

B Susannah Berry

S William Hill

7 ISLAND BRIDGE (IRE) (191)

BgOrderofStGeorge(IRE)-ElephantIsland(IRE) 5 11-0

J Tom Bellamy

T Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham

O MrJ. Perriss

B Pat O’Donovan

S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA123 FORM45511F D

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedtomakeawinninghandicapdebutatGalwaylast monthandtookhisformupalevelwhenfollowingupinanoviceatDownpatrick 11dayslater.Gotnofurtherthanthefirstbiddingforhishat-trickbackatGalway earlierthismonthbutretainspotential.Engaged4.10hereFriday.

7Oct Gal 22f HcpH yield F Paul Collins (IRE)19Sep Dpk 21f Hdl yield 1 PennyPerfect(IRE) 7l 8Sep Gal 22f HcpH gd-yd 1 OogumBoogum(IRE) 51/2

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM312-51 D

TIMEFORM VIEW £170,000 point recruit who showed promise in a couple of bumpers and landed the odds on hurdling debut at Kelso (20.9f)20daysago.Bettertocome,especiallynowmovingupintrip (byMalinas)

5Oct Kel 20f Hdl good 1/9 Timefortom(IRE) s.h 2May Pun 18f Stk yield 5/22 SoldierIn Milan (IRE) 13l 13Feb Nwc 16f NHF gd-sf 2/9 UponTweed (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA132 FORM15/33/2-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful in bumpers and made the most of a straightforward opportunity to open his account over hurdles at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 15 days ago, pushed out. Likely to stay3mandremainsopentoimprovement.

10Oct Dpk 21f Hdl yield 1 BoldRhyme(IRE) 9l 21Jan Dow 17f Hdl gd-yd 2 Putapoundinthejar(IRE) nk Apr24 Tip 20f Hdl yield 3 Nas Na Riogh (IRE) 61/4l

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM5222-3

TIMEFORMVIEW£90,000buyafterfinishingrunner-uponthesecondof 2startsinIrishpointsandprogressiveforminbumpers,seeingoffallbara pairofstrongerstayers in a big-field event at Punchestown (18.8f) on final outing.Interestingmakinghurdlingdebutupintrip 2May Pun 18f Stk yield 3/22 SoldierIn Milan (IRE)

17Mar Fon 13f NHF good 2/5 Edward Sexton (IRE)

9Feb Exe 16f NHF gd-sf 2/8 Kripticjim (FR) 7l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM210-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who shaped encouragingly sent hurdling when 7 1/2 lengths third of 9 to Conman John in novice at Kelso (20.9f, good, 9/2) 20 days ago, clear of rest. Likely to improve butthisdoesaskforappreciablymore.

5Oct Kel 20f Hdl good 3/9 ConmanJohn (IRE) 71/2l 8Feb Nby 16f NHF soft 9/11 SoberGlory (IRE) 47l Nov24 Mkt 16f NHF soft 1/8 BlueBellamy 3/

TFRHHHII BHAFORM51- D

TIMEFORMVIEW€31,0003-y-o,JukeboxJurygelding.Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chase winner Bhaloo Off mark in points at second attempt in February and market check advised with Sean Bowenbooked.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM2/103- D

TIMEFORMVIEW £75,000 purchase who was successful on second outing in points. Improved from Rules debut when third in 9-runner bumperatFfosLas(15.8f)inAprilandshouldbesuitedbythestepup intrip,forallthathestartsoutoverhurdlesinawarmaffair

17Apr

8 KASINO DES MOTTES (FR) (230)

BgBalko(FR)-BancodesMottes(FR) 5 11-0

J Brendan Powell

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Kevan Leggett, Susan &John Waterworth

B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes

S Coral Racing Limited

9 MINELLASUPREME (IRE) (50)

BrgSoldierofFortune(IRE)-PortryanNative(IRE) 5 11-0

J Alex Harvey

T John McConnell, Ireland

O Mandarin Syndicate

B Ashroe Stud Ltd

10 SOLDIERSWORLD (IRE) (34)

BgSoldierofFortune(IRE)-Lucina(GER) 5 11-0

J Michael Kenneally E Visor

T Declan Queally, Ireland

O Galtee Mountain Boys Syndicate

B Christy Buckley

11 EASYLOVE (IRE) (171)

BmSpanishMoon(USA)-Cosavita(FR) 5 10-12

J HarryCobden

T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

O The Amantes Syndicate

B Joseph Ryan

S geegeez.co.uk

12 MISS GOLDFIRE (IRE) (142)

BmYeats(IRE)-MissMcGoldrick(IRE) 6 10-12

J Ciaran O’Shea E Tongue Strap

T Harry Fry, Corscombe

O Harry Fry Racing Syndicate Miss Goldfire

B MrJohn Connolly

S Grosvenor Sport

13 SOTCHI (FR) (35)

BmOlympicGlory(IRE)-Dhan(IRE)

7 10-7

J Ellis Collier E Tongue Strap

T James Grassick, France

O MrJ. Grassick

B Al Shaqab Racing

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

TFRHHHII BHAFORM41- D

TIMEFORM VIEW £35,000 3-y-o, £130,000 5-y-o, Balko gelding. Half-brothertofairFrenchhurdlerIndigodesMottes.Dam17f-23/4m hurdle/chasewinnerinFrance.ComfortablyoffmarkinIrishpointsat secondattempt(Mar2025)andratesaninterestingRulesnewcomer RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM03-21F1

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwhomadeamendsforhishurdling debut mishap with victory in 15-runner maiden at Kilbeggan (19.4f,good,2/1)inSeptember Shouldstaythislongertrip andopen tofurtherimprovement.

5Sep Kil 19f Hdl gd-yd 1 Itsallinthegenes(IRE) 1/2l 25Aug Dpk 21f Hdl good F PennyPerfect (IRE)

10Aug Dpk 18f Stk good 1 ScaryAskari 4l

TFRHHHII BHAFORMP4-2102

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinneratWexfordinJulywhosteppedup markedly on his hurdling debut effort when second of 10 in maiden (14/1)atListowel(22f,goodtosoft)34daysago Thisistougherbuta similardisplayshouldseehimincompetitive.

21Sep Lis 22f Hdl yd-sf 2 Good Girl Kathleen (IRE) 2

30Jul Gal 22f Hdl good 8

TFRHHHII BHAFORM1413-1 D TIMEFORMVIEW Progressiveinbumpersandovercameinexperiencetomake asuccessfulhurdlingin5-runnermaidenatFontwell(21.8f,good)inMay.Thatwasa weakly-contestedraceforthetimeofyear,andshe’llneedtobenotablymorefluent inthejumpingdepartment,butisopentogooddealofimprovement.

7May Fon 21f Hdl good 1/5 ElGalactico(IRE) 2l 8Mar San 15f NHF gd-sf 3/9 Charisma Cat

TFRHHHII BHA111 FORM2221-12 BF

TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’tneedtoimprovetogetoffthemarkafterafewnear misses at Fontwell in April and followed up with the minimum of fuss back in handicap companyat Uttoxeter(23.3f). Not seento best effect in herhat-trick bidatUttoxeteronfinalstartbutthisisconsiderablytougher

5Jun Utt 23f Hdl good 2/4 El Galactico (IRE) 3/4l

17May Utt 23f HcpH good 1/6 Stylia(FR) 15l

25Apr Fon 21f Hdl good 1/7 Mistletoe 6l

TFRHIIII BHA-

FORM5

TIMEFORMVIEWLittleformfromnumerousstartsonFlatinFrance and finished a well-held fifth of 9 in mares event at Saint-Malo on hurdlingdebutinAugust.Easilypassedover.

20Sep Lio 15f Stk - 14 Inside Montlioux (FR) 25l 29Aug Stm 19f Hdl - 5 Belaria (FR) 62l 15Aug Grm 12f Stk - 9 Jojogo (FR) 26l

2024: INTENSEAPPROACH 5 11 8 HarryCobden 2-1 (John McConnell) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 13. Visor worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 12.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Pour Les Filles (GB), 11-2 Minella Supreme (IRE), 8-1 Conman John (IRE), 10-1 Catchintsavo (IRE), 11-1 SoldiersWorld (IRE), 12-1 Easy Love (IRE), 14-1 Kasino des Mottes (FR), 16-1 Great Fleet (IRE), 20-1 Sporting Glance (FR), Miss Goldfire (IRE), 22-1 Inishcorker (IRE), 25-1 Island Bridge (IRE), 150-1 Sotchi (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

POUR LES FILLES opened his hurdles account in a thin race at Downpatrick earlier in the month, but he retains plenty of potential based on his useful bumper form, especially now stepping up to 3m which promises to suit, so he earns the vote Minella Supreme is bred to be useful so is expected to go on improving, with Conman John and Catchintsavo, who showed progressive form in bumpers, others to consider in a well-contested race of its type.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.POUR LES FILLES 2.MINELLA

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LEADING THE RACE FOR 80 YEARS

THIRD RACE

CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

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 (PenaltyValue £52030)

TOTE TRIFECTA ROLLOVER RACE

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Henderson (37 wins from 232 runners, 16%) runs HYLAND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs THREE CARD BRAG

FANCYTHAT: H De Bromhead won this race in 2023 & 2024 The stable runs THE SHORT GO today.

1 NASSALAM (FR) (342)

ChgDreamWell(FR)-Ramina(GER)

8 12-0

J Freddie Mitchell (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Gary &Josh Moore, Horsham

O John and Yvonne Stone

B S.A.R.L. Genetique Obstacle S KM Elite Products Ltd

2 THREE CARD BRAG (IRE) (31)

BgJetAway-BelonBreeze(IRE) 8 11-13

J Jack Kennedy E Cheek Pieces

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O McNeill Family/Patrick & Scott Bryceland

B Roland Rothwell

S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

3 HYLAND (FR) (203)

J Nico de Boinville

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O The Ten From Seven

B Mr Denis Parreau Delhote

S Unibet

4

SEAMUSIC (IRE) (31)

BgSeaMoon-SweetMusic(IRE) 7 11-2

J Donagh Meyler

T Emmet Mullins, Ireland

O Mrs A. F. Mee

B Mrs Faith Ponsonby

5 LIGHTN STRIKE (IRE) (14)

BgLeadingLight(IRE)-OneRose 9 11-1

J James Bowen

T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest

O Salvo &Alex Giannini

B Charles Persse

6 MANOTHEPEOPLE (IRE) (90)

BgMahler-MidnightInsanity(IRE)

10 10-13

J Jonathan Burke E Cheek Pieces

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O The FOB Racing Partnership 2

B Thomas Norris

S BresBet

7 DUNBOYNE (IRE) (187)

BgYeats(IRE)-PatsyCline(IRE)

J James Smith (5)

T Ian Patrick Donoghue, Ireland

O S P. O’Connor

B Denis Cleary

10 10-13

3m 1f + 48y dueto rail movement

TFRHHIII BHA150 FORM11P0/PP-

TIMEFORM VIEW Mark has suffered since bolting up in Welsh National almost 2 years ago and not seen since pulled up here last November Nov24 Chl 27f HcpC good P/10 Abuffalosoldier(IRE)Oct24 Chp 23f HcpC good P/11 Neon Moon (IRE)Apr24 Ain 34f HcpC soft 18/32IAm Maximus (FR) 53l

TFRHHHHI BHA149

FORM0130-02

TIMEFORMVIEWJustamaidenwinoverfencestohisnamebutwas a good second in Kerry National at Listowel last month and he’s capableofmakinghispresencefelt.

24Sep Lis 23f HcpC yield 2/18 Spanish Harlem (FR) 41/2l 30Jul Gal 22f HcpC good 8/22 Western Fold (IRE) 20l 5Apr Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf 11/34 Nick Rockett (IRE) 44l

TFRHHHHI BHA147

FORM41122P- C

TIMEFORMVIEWHadafinefirstseasonoverfences,winning3times beforerunner-upintheKautoStarandLadbrokesTrophyatKempton. Never a threat in Grand National final start but remains of firm interestandhasagoodrecordhere.

5Apr Ain 34f HcpC gd-sf P/34 Nick Rockett (IRE)22Feb Kmp 24f HcpC gd-sf 2/13 Katate Dori (FR) 15l Dec24 Kmp 24f Ch good 2/5 TheJukebox Man (IRE) 21/2l

TFRHHHII BHA138

FORM1U54U5

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record since winning at Punchestown in May.Respectablefifthof18inKerryNationalatListowel(23.8f,good tosoft)31daysago Jumpingwillbeputtothetesthere.

24Sep Lis 23f HcpC yield 5/18 Spanish Harlem (FR) 17l 23Aug Kny 20f HcpC gd-yd U Coming Up Easy(IRE)3Aug Gal 18f HcpC soft 4 Aspurofthemoment (IRE) 5l

TFRHHIII BHA137

FORM2-133UP

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to an excellent spring record when winning at Newton Abbot in May. Better form when placed twice at Uttoxeter since, latterlythe competitive SummerCup (final start forEmma Lavelle). However, bittoprovehavingfailedtocompletebothstartsforthisyard 11Oct Chp 23f HcpC gd-fm P/7 Ask Brewster(IRE)24Sep Lis 23f HcpC yield U/18 Spanish Harlem (FR)29Jun Utt 26f HcpC good 3/15 OnlyThe Bold (IRE) 31/4l

TFRHHHII BHA135

FORMP551-65 C D

TIMEFORMVIEWLandedCheltenhamhandicap(26f)forthesecond time inApril and ranto similarlevel in defeat at Uttoxetertwicethis summer Eased2lbandreturntothistrackapositive.

27Jul Utt 26f HcpC good 5/10 Art ofDiplomacy 13l 29Jun Utt 26f HcpC good 6/15 OnlyThe Bold (IRE) 83/4l 16Apr Chl 26f HcpC good 1/6 Hymac(IRE) 12l

TFRHHHHI BHA135

FORMPP/P114-

TIMEFORMVIEW Previouslywith Gordon Elliott but hewent 2-2 for his new yard in 15-runner handicap chase at Downpatrick (28.6f, goodto soft) in March. Ran a crackerwhen fourth inthe Irish NationalatFairyhousefinalstartandhe’saplayerifreadytogo 21Apr Fai 29f HcpC sf-hv 4/30 Haiti Couleurs (FR) 17l 30Mar

8 FASCILE MODE (IRE) (24)

BgWalkInThePark(IRE)-C’EstLaMode(IRE) 7 10-13

J DannyMullins E Cheek Pieces

T Thomas Mullins, Ireland

O Mrs Helen Mullins/M.J.Lomax

B Mrs H. Mullins

9 KING’STHRESHOLD (IRE) (182)

BgYeats(IRE)-PearlButtons 8 10-12

J BenJones E Tongue Strap

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

O Sailing to Byzantium

B William Jenks

S Hatherden Horse Transport

10 ROCK MYWAY(IRE) (196)

BgGetaway(GER)-FarRock(IRE)

7 10-11

J Brendan Powell E Blinkers,Tongue Strap

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O J P Romans & Nick Case

B Rockvale Stud

S Coral Racing Limited

11 THE SHORTGO (IRE) (175)

BgFameAndGlory-IzzyduBerlais(IRE) 8 10-10

J Darragh O’Keeffe E Hood

T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

O Mr N. Byrne

B Louis G. Vambeck

12 TRANSMISSION (IRE) (228)

BgDoyen(IRE)-Ellie(IRE) 8 10-10

J ConorO’Farrell E Cheek Pieces

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

O Paul McKeon

B Ms Johanna Dunne

S Tote

13 ESCARIATEN (FR) (204)

BgMarescaSorrento(FR)-SpartesEria(FR)

11 10-10

J Freddie Keighley(7) E Cheek Pieces

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

O J B Property Investments (Midlands) Ltd

B MrJacques Antoine Cesbron

S FBC Manby Bowdler

14 INCH HOUSE (IRE) (301)

BgOcovango-AskHazel(IRE) 8 10-10

J HarryCobden E Tongue Strap

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Mr Michael Geoghegan

B R. McCarthy

S Morson Group

15 HOEJOLYSMOKE (GB) (182)

BgBlackSamBellamy(IRE)-MyMissLucy

7 10-7

J HarrySkelton E Tongue Strap

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Babbitt Racing

B MrJohn Benfield

S Bottlegreen

16 BALLYCAMUS (IRE) (14)

BgPresenting-Dotchenka(FR) 8 10-5

J SamTwiston-Davies

T Nigel &WillyTwiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie

B Thomas James

S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TFRHHHII BHA135

FORMPF0-023

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in decent form but often let down by jumpingandmayfindthistesttoodemanding.

2Aug Gal 22f HcpH good 2/19 Winning Smut (IRE) 2

4Jul Wex 19f HcpC good 7 Clarens (IRE) 15l

TFRHHHHI BHA134

FORM65111P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated by breathing surgery/fitting of a tonguestrapandhecompletedhishat-trickin23fhandicapchaseat NewburyinMarch.Stifftaskfromoutofthehandicapinbet365Gold CupatSandownfinalstartandremainsonetobepositiveabout.

26Apr San 28f HcpC good P/19 Resplendent Grey (IRE)22Mar Nby 23f HcpC good 1/6 RiversCorner 5l 21Feb War 20f HcpC soft 1/8 Demnat(FR) 5l

TFRHHHHI BHA133

FORM314225- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who ended last season with a respectable fifth in the Scottish Grand National at Ayr. Has had anotherbreathingoperationandcangowellagainonreturn.

12Apr Ayr 31f HcpC gd-sf 5/23 Captain Cody(IRE) 15l 11Mar Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 2/18 Haiti Couleurs (FR) 41/2l 25Jan Don 23f HcpC good 2/5 Weveallbeencaught(IRE) 91/2

TFRHHHHI BHA132

FORM342F5-P

TIMEFORMVIEWMixedrecordlastseasonbutranwellonhis2visits here,includingwhenfifthof24inUltimaattheFestival,faringbestof those held up Ran no sort ofrace at Punchestown since buttypeto bounceback.

3May Pun 31f HcpC yield P/23 Shanbally Kid (IRE)11Mar Chl 25f HcpC gd-sf 5/24 Myretown (IRE) 16l Nov24 Nav 24f HcpC yield F/18 Stuzzikini (IRE) -

TFRHHHHH BHA132

FORM1/21265- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to fences last season, scoring in November before excellent second following month, both overthis C&D Posted another goodeffortherewhenastaying-onfifthof18inNationalHuntattheFestivalon finalstart.1lbloweronreturnandprobablyhasmoretoofferstill.

11Mar Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 5/18 Haiti Couleurs (FR) 11l 25Jan Chl 23f Hdl soft 6/6 Gowel Road (IRE) 18l Dec24 Chl 25f HcpC gd-sf 2/9 Haiti Couleurs (FR) 23/4l

TFRHHIII BHA132

FORM0/P4400- D TIMEFORMVIEWNottheforceofoldandlosingrunstretchesback almost5years.

4Apr Ain 21f HcpC gd-sf 15/30Gentleman de Mee (FR) 28l 12Mar Chl 29f HcpC gd-sf 8/16 Stumptown (IRE) 24l 1Feb San 24f HcpC heavy 4/9 O’Connell (IRE) 12l

TFRHHHII BHA132

FORM124F/PPTIMEFORMVIEW Initially progressed well forthe switch to chasing but has been out of sorts for a while, including for this yard Off 10 months.Othersmorepersuasive.

Dec24 Nby 25f HcpC gd-sf P/9 Henry’s Friend (IRE)Nov24 Nby 22f HcpC gd-sf P/11 Wiseguy (IRE)Apr24 Ayr 24f HcpC soft F/13 Sharjah (FR) -

TFRHHHHI BHA129

FORM2/2151P-

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedswitchedtofenceslastseason,winning twice at Sandown. Easy to forgive final start when well out of the handicap Respected.

26Apr San 28f HcpC good P/19 Resplendent Grey (IRE)8Mar San 24f HcpC good 1/6 JavaPoint(IRE) nk Dec24 Nby 25f HcpC gd-sf 5/9 Henry’s Friend (IRE) 35l

TFRHHHHI BHA127

FORM31P14-2

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful in 2 of his 6 starts last term, including whenlookingasgoodaseveratLudlowinFebruary Madeapositive starttothenewseasonwhensecondatChepstow2weeksagoand shouldgowellagain. 11Oct Chp 23f HcpC gd-fm 2/7 Ask Brewster(IRE) 41/4l 27Mar War 24f HcpC good 4/6 The Doyen Chief(IRE) 14l 19Feb Lud 23f HcpC gd-sf 1/6 Kelce(IRE) 6l

17 BACKMERSACKME (IRE) (28)

ChgGetaway(GER)-PrincessDante(IRE) 6 10-2

J Sean Bowen

T Emmet Mullins, Ireland

O Mr P. Byrne

B Brian Doran

18 MINELLABLUEWAY(IRE) (224)

BgChampsElysees-FinalEpisode(IRE) 7 10-2

J IsabelWilliams

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan

O Mrs Janet Davies

B Sean Collins &John Fitzpatrick

S Prysg Cyf

TFRHHHII BHA124

FORM0046-00

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeanunderwhelmingreturnfrom5monthsoff at Listowel 4 weeks ago (always behind) but is potentially well handicapped on his hurdles form and remains worth a second look shouldthemarketspeakinhisfavour

27Sep Lis 23f HcpC gd-yd 8/12 Pride ofPlace (IRE) 35l 8May Tip 23f Ch gd-yd 7 Western Fold (IRE) 34l 20Apr Fai 20f Ch sf-hv 6 Buachaillbocht 19l

TFRHHHII BHA122

FORM652011TIMEFORMVIEWWinningpointerwhoendedlastseasonwithchase winsatLudlowandUttoxeter.Willfindthisalottougherfromoutof thehandicaponreturn,however.

15Mar Utt 24f HcpC gd-sf 1/8

DECLARED RUNNERS 18 2024: SENIOR CHIEF7 11 4 Darragh O’Keeffe 11-1 (Henryde Bromhead) 14 ran Hood worn by No 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 9, 14, 15. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 6, 8, 12, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 10 Stewards Note:

INCH HOUSE: Following its run on 28/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was badly hampered.

Probable S.P’s: 8-1 Rock My Way (IRE), 9-1 Hyland (FR), King’s Threshold (IRE), 12-1 Transmission (IRE), Hoe Joly Smoke (GB), 14-1 Three Card Brag (IRE), The Short Go (IRE), 16-1 Backmersackme (IRE), 18-1 Manothepeople (IRE), Dunboyne (IRE), Ballycamus (IRE), 22-1 Sea Music (IRE), 25-1 Fascile Mode (IRE), Minella Blueway (IRE), 33-1 Light N Strike (IRE), Inch House (IRE), 50-1 Nassalam (FR), 80-1 Escaria Ten (FR)

TRANSMISSION did well over fences here last season, including a staying-on fifth of 18 in the National Hunt at the Festival on his final start, and he looks capable of winning again off his current mark. Hyland is another who had an excellent campaign as a novice and has a good record at Cheltenham, while Hoe Joly Smoke and King’s Threshold both remain of interest now racing off their correct rating

PrizetobepresentedbyBredaDoyle,TraceyMooney,PeterWilde,AimeeCastile,VictoriaNichols(WilliamHillrepresentativesintheBettingShopManageroftheYear).

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HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (Pertemps

Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £35000

Owners Prize Money 1st £14606, 2nd £7305, 3rd £3651, 4th £1827 (PenaltyValue £19061)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W P Mullins (46 wins from 371 runners, 12%) runs CHARTTOPPER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST14 DAYS): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs SERMANDZARAK & WINNING SMUT LONGESTTRAVELLERS:LISNAMULTLADtrained byI Donoghue, WINNINGSMUT&SERMANDZARAKtrained byG Elliott, QUANTUM QUESTtrained byH De Bromhead, CHARTTOPPERtrained byWPMullins, WATCHFULPROTECTOR&CHANCEANOTHERONEtrained byE Mullins, MOOND’ORANGE&MONTECAMtrained byJ Mcconnell - all Ireland

1 GOWELROAD (IRE) (226)

BorBrgFlemensfirth(USA)-HollygroveSamba(IRE) 9 12-0

J SamTwiston-Davies

T Nigel &WillyTwiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O Options O Syndicate

B Cyril O’Hara

S Options Energy Services Ltd

2 CHARTTOPPER (FR) (84)

BgWalkInThePark(IRE)-PinkHat(IRE) 6 11-6

J MrP.W. Mullins

T W. P. Mullins, Ireland

O Aisling Byrne/Paul Raleigh/M. Cunningham

B Mrs Jacky Mullins

3 LONG DRAW(IRE) (168)

BrgAffinisea(IRE)-HoneyAway(IRE) 6 11-4

J Sean Bowen

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O MrAlan Peterson

B Ronnie O’Neill

S Betano

4 SUPREMELYWEST(IRE) (184)

BgWesterner-BlueSupreme(IRE) 7 11-3

J HarrySkelton

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O MrJ. Fyffe

B Padraig Barry

S JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd

5 TINYTETLEY(GB) (168)

BgPassingGlance-Setter’sPrincess 7 11-2

J Callum Pritchard (5)

T Philip Hobbs &Johnson White, Minehead

O Mr R J Hodges & Mrs S L Hobbs

B Mr & Mrs R. J. Hodges

S Philip Hobbs Racing

6 LISNAMULTLAD (IRE) (204)

BgCourtCave(IRE)-RoyalStream(IRE) 8 11-0

J ConorStone-Walsh(3) E TongueStrap,CheekPieces

T Ian Patrick Donoghue, Ireland

O Matthew Rogers

B Peter Deane

7 SERMANDZARAK (FR) (238)

ChgZarak(FR)-Josephjuliusjodie(IRE) 5 11-0

J DannyGilligan E Cheek Pieces

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O Robcour

B A., A., A, & X. Humeau

S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

TFRHHHII BHA148

FORM222210- CD

TIMEFORMVIEW Won the Grade 2 Cleeve here last winter. Not up the Stayers’ at the Festival on final start but should be a lot more competitive back in handicap company on reappearance (second in thisracelastyear).

13Mar Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf 8/13 Bob Olinger(IRE) 38l 25Jan Chl 23f Hdl soft 1/6 Monmiral(FR) 2

1Jan Chl 20f Hdl soft 2/6 Lucky Place (FR) 3/

TFRHHHHH BHA140

FORM1122-63

TIMEFORMVIEWShapedwellinhandicapsatthePunchestownand GalwayFestivals and leavesthe impression it’s onlya matteroftime beforehe’swinninganiceprize.Topstheshortlist.

2Aug Gal 22f HcpH good 3/19 Winning Smut (IRE)

1May Pun 23f HcpH yield 6/23 Jeriko du Reponet (FR)

12Apr Ayr 20f Hdl gd-sf 2/3 Gale Mahler(IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA138

FORM22141-3 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent type (yet to finish out of the frame from 12 starts over hurdles) who won here in April. Creditable third (Tiny Tetley second) of 13 at Haydock the following month and returnswithhisstableinflyingform.

10May Hay 24f HcpH good 3/13 HarbourLake (IRE) hd 16Apr Chl 23f HcpH good 1/9 HarbourLake(IRE) 2l Dec24 Wcn 24f HcpH gd-sf 4/10 Thomas Mor(IRE) 7l

TFRHHHII BHA137

FORM22/3163- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, winning 3m Haydock handicap inthe mud last December Hadwind surgeryahead ofreappearance forDan Skelton aftera £24,000 sale inMay.It’llbeinterestingtoseehowstrongthebettingvibesare.

24Apr War 25f HcpH good 3/6 Doyen Quest (IRE) 63/4l 15Feb Hay 24f HcpH gd-sf 6/13 One Big Bang (IRE) 22l Dec24 Hay 24f HcpH heavy 1/9 MagicalKing(IRE) 6l

TFRHHHII BHA136

FORM40111-2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 4 times in a very productive 2024/25 campaign and failed by only a neck to land anotherwin at Haydock (3m, good to soft) in May, with the reopposing Long Draw narrowly behindinthird.Firststartfor168daysbuthasgonewellfreshbefore 10May Hay 24f HcpH good 2/13 HarbourLake (IRE) nk 19Apr Hay 24f HcpH good 1/7 ThankYouMa’am 41/4l 9Apr Tnt 23f HcpH gd-fm 1/3 Florencethemachine(IRE) 11l

TFRHHHII BHA134

FORM41FP52- C D

TIMEFORMVIEWWonanovicehandicapchaseatthismeetinglast yearand ended his seasonwith excellent second of30 inTopham at Aintree (21f, good) inApril. Off6 months ahead ofhurdle return but hasrunwellfreshbefore 4Apr Ain 21f HcpC gd-sf 2/30 Gentleman de Mee (FR) 3/4l 1Feb Leo 17f HcpC yield 5/14 An Peann Dearg (IRE) 17l 1Jan Chl 20f HcpC soft P/8 Springwell Bay -

TFRHHHII BHA134

FORM1/12621-

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who landed a 22.5f Navan maiden hurdle in cheekpieces (retained) when last seen in March. Willstay3mandbringsunexposedpotentialtothishandicapdebut/ reappearance. 1Mar Nav

8 WINNING SMUT(IRE) (84)

BgYeats(IRE)-WinningJenny(IRE)

6 10-13

J Jack Kennedy E Tongue Strap

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O Denis J. Reddan

B Denis J. Reddan

S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

9 SURREYQUEST(IRE) (20)

BgMilan-Roztoc(IRE)

8 10-11

J Kevin Brogan E Tongue Strap

T Toby Lawes, Beare Green

O Surrey Racing (SQ)

B S. McElroy

S Surrey Racing Limited

10 MASHANTOU (IRE) (225)

BgShantou(USA)-MaPretention(FR) 6 10-9

J HarryCobden

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

O MightyAcorn Stables

B Michael & Leonard Cave

S Hatherden Horse Transport

11 MOON D’ORANGE (FR) (9)

ChgSpanishMoon(USA)-Fleurd’Orange 7 10-8

J Alex Harvey(3) E Cheek Pieces

T John McConnell, Ireland

O Ian Stuart Griffiths and Gary Evans

B EARL Elevage Marion & Mr Didier Marion

12 ELECTRIC MASON (IRE) (182)

BgSandmason-EclecticaGirl 6 10-8

J Freddie Gordon (3)

T Chris Gordon, Winchester

O KTDA Racing and Mrs Nicola Morris

B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

S EquestrianFencing&TimberLtd,GoodwinRacingLtd

13 QUANTUM QUEST(IRE) (26)

BgIdaho(IRE)-BlackwaterMist(IRE)

5 10-7

J Darragh O’Keeffe E Cheek Pieces

T Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Kevin Fox

S The Sporting Life

14 CHANCEANOTHERONE(IRE) (61)

BgLaverock(IRE)-PresentingLazarus(IRE) 6 10-5

J Donagh Meyler E Hood

T Emmet Mullins, Ireland

O Slattery Bloodstock Ltd

B Joseph Campbell

15 PATRIOTIK (FR) (168)

GrgBathyrhon(GER)-Shoeless(FR) 6 10-5

J IsabelWilliams

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan

O Mrs Janet Davies

B E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu

S Prysg Cyf

16 WATCHFULPROTECTOR (IRE) (19)

BgMountNelson-ShannonWaters(IRE) 5 10-4

J Richie McLernon

T Emmet Mullins, Ireland

O Mr P. Byrne

B Kieran Magee

TFRHHHHI BHA133

FORM245-121

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-3 since joining Gordon Elliott when landingabig-fieldListedhandicapattheGalwayFestival(22.5f,good to soft) in August. The step up to 3m could bring about more improvementandmuchrespectedforlastyear’swinningyard 2Aug Gal 22f HcpH good 1/19 FascileMode(IRE) 2

18Jul Kny 22f HcpH yd-sf 2 GreatnessAwaits (IRE)

26May Bal 22f Hdl good 1 Annaghbeg(IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA131

FORM2/2U3F-5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful staying chaser for this yard, including runner-up in 2024 Scottish Grand National. Remote fifth back hurdling at Uttoxeter on reappearance and needs to leave that well behind.

5Oct Utt 23f HcpH good 5/6 RogerPol (IRE) 60l 12Apr Ayr 31f HcpC gd-sf F/23 Captain Cody(IRE)2Feb Mus 31f HcpC gd-sf 3/14 Magna Sam 10

TFRHHHII BHA129

FORM0/21130-

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulstayingnovicehurdlerlastseason,finishing arespectableseventhintheAlbertBartlettattheFestivalwhenlast seeninMarch.Unexposedhandicapnewcomer

14Mar Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf 7/20 Jasmin deVaux (FR) 24l 25Jan Don 24f Hdl gd-sf 3/6 Yellow Car(IRE) 31/2l Dec24 Wdr 20f Hdl gd-sf 1/4 Excello(FR)

TFRHHHII BHA128

FORM1P4-002 C

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful effort to win a course handicap chase last winter. Better effort back hurdling this autumn when second of 3 in Thurles conditions event 9 days ago. Races off 1lb lower than the markhedefiedoverfenceshere.Notdiscounted.

16Oct Thu 22f Hdl gd-yd 2 Hewick (IRE)

27Sep Lis 20f HcpH gd-yd 7 Grann’s Boy(IRE) 23l 2May Pun 20f HcpC yield 7/18 Sea Music (IRE) 39l

TFRHHHII BHA128

FORM135100-

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwholandedmaiden/novicehurdles atFontwelllastwinter.Notathisbestinacoupleofwarmhandicaps last springbuthismarkhas easedasaresultand hereappearswith theChrisGordonstableamongthewinners.

26Apr San 19f HcpH good 7/10 JumpAllen (FR) 11l 14Mar Chl 20f HcpH gd-sf 14/24Wodhooh (FR) 27l

26Jan Fon 19f Hdl soft 1/3 Cauvicourt(FR) 11/2l

TFRHHHHI BHA127

FORM5462-11 D

TIMEFORMVIEWArrivesontheuphavingwonaKilbegganmaiden and Roscommon handicap around 3m in recent months. The first-time cheekpieces he wore at Roscommon are retained. One of severalIrish-trainedrunnersinthiswithplentytorecommendthem.

29Sep Ros 24f HcpH gd-yd 1 AnotherChoice(IRE) 11/4

22Aug Kil 25f Hdl gd-yd 1 ReikiRevolution(IRE) 41/2l

30Mar Dpk 21f Hdl good 2 Toad Hall (IRE) 10l

TFRHHHHI BHA125

FORM06/0-121 D

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivesincejoiningEmmetMullins,winninga handicaphurdleandmaidenchaseatBallinrobe.Alsosecondof18in 3m Galway handicap hurdle in between. Hooded first time here. Likelycapableofevenbetterforthisgoodstable.

25Aug Bal 23f Ch good 1 Nastya(IRE) 23/4l 3Aug Gal 24f HcpH soft 2 Ballystone (IRE) 1l 22Jul Bal 22f HcpH good 1 SydneyCruiser(IRE) 11l

TFRHHIII BHA125

FORMU2013-0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW 3m winner at Doncaster in March and bettered that form when third of 17 in a valuable handicap at Uttoxeter (23f, soft) laterthat month. Given a break since a poorrun behind a fewoftheseatHaydockinMay.

10May Hay 24f HcpH good 12/13 HarbourLake (IRE) 25l 15Mar Utt 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/17 Red Risk (FR) 11/4l 1Mar Don 24f HcpH gd-sf 1/7 Kamsinas(FR) 1l

TFRHHHII BHA124

FORM3362-01

TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark in Tipperary maiden hurdle 19 days ago Hardtoarguehisopeninghandicapmarklooksgenerousbuthe hasunexposedpotentialnowmovingupintrip

6Oct Tip 19f Hdl gd-yd 1 KingJonOliver(FR) 6l 25Sep Lis 16f Hdl gd-yd 10 Heads Up 59l 4Apr Wex 20f Hdl yd-sf 2 Kish Bank (IRE) 23l

17 MONTECAM (IRE) (59)

BgCamelot-MonteSolaro(IRE)

J PaddyHanlon (5)

T John McConnell, Ireland

O Mr Kevin Doyle

B Mr Paddy Behan Jnr

18 PRINCE ZALTAR (FR) (36)

6 10-2

BgPrinceGibraltar(FR)-Alizeyra(FR) 8 10-2

J HarryAtkins (7)

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O The Blind Squirrels

B Mrs Corinne Rouffie Huve

S Tote

DECLARED RUNNERS 18

TFRHHHHI BHA122

FORM4043-52

TIMEFORMVIEWExNickyHendersoninmatewhohasshapedwellin a pair of Bellewstown handicaps since joining John McConnell, particularlywhenrunner-upover20.5flatterly.Majorplayerifturning out(duetorun1.15hereonFriday).

27Aug Bel 20f HcpH good 2 BirminghamAlabama(IRE)

5Jul Bel 24f HcpH good 5 OurSoldier(IRE) 19l 24Apr War 19f HcpH good 3/9 Prince

TFRHHHII BHA119

FORM0-41P41

TIMEFORMVIEWHurdle/chaserwinnerforPhilipRothwellinIreland who made a successful start for the Dan Skelton yard in Newton Abbot handicap 5 weeks ago Did that readily but effectively 8lb higherhere(including3lboutofhandicap).

19Sep Ntn 21f HcpH gd-sf 1/5 Onemorefortheroad

2024:THEWALLPARK (IRE) 6 11 7Jordan Gainford 9-2 (Gordon Elliott) 12 ran

Hood worn first time by No 14. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 7, 11, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4. Stewards Note:

LISNAMULTLAD: Following its run on 4/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a loose horse.

Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Winning Smut (IRE), 9-1 Chart Topper (FR), Long Draw (IRE), Quantum Quest (IRE), 11-1 Ma Shantou (IRE), 14-1 Prince Zaltar (FR), 18-1 Chance Another One (IRE), 20-1 Supremely West (IRE), Tiny Tetley (GB), Sermandzarak (FR), 22-1 Gowel Road (IRE), Moon D’Orange (FR), 25-1 Electric Mason (IRE), Watchful Protector (IRE), 33-1 Surrey Quest (IRE), Patriotik (FR), 40-1 Lisnamult Lad (IRE), 50-1 Montecam (IRE)

A strong Irish representation, with CHART TOPPER taken to build on his promising efforts in competitive events at the Punchestown and Galway Festivals. Gordon Elliott’s Winning Smut won a big-field Listed handicap at Galway and is feared most with this step up to 3m promising to play to his strengths. Quantum Quest and Chance Another One also arrive with progressive profiles. Long Draw may prove best of the British.

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Owners Prize Money 1st £16692, 2nd £8348, 3rd £4172, 4th £2088. (PenaltyValue £21784)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (32 wins from 255 runners, 13%) runs LORIKO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST14 DAYS): N & WTwiston-Davies (9 wins from 30 runners, 30%) runsTHE EGYPTIAN GINGE LONGESTTRAVELLER: CABALLO DE GUERRA trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 363 miles.

1 CABALLO DE GUERRA(IRE) (20)

BrgSoldierofFortune(IRE)-LindyLou 11-0

J Derek Fox

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O MrA.H.B Hodge & Mrs H Cheape

B A. H. B. Hodge

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

2 GIVE ITTO ME OJ (GB) (27)

BgTimeTest-MatronofHonour(IRE) 11-0

J Caoilin Quinn

T Gary &Josh Moore, Horsham

O Mr OmarJackson

B MrW. A. Tinkler

S KM Elite Products Ltd

3 HAMLET’S NIGHT(IRE) (32)

BgInvincibleSpirit(IRE)-Ophelia’sDream 11-0

J Sean Bowen

T James Owen, Newmarket

O Roxholme Racing

B Godolphin

S Fitzdares Limited

4 LORIKO (FR) (20)

E Hood

BgCokoriko(FR)-ThemeSong(FR) 11-0

J HarrySkelton

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

5 THE EGYPTIAN GINGE (IRE) (185)

ChgCrystalOcean-LadyDrop(FR) 11-0

J MrJamie Neild E Hood

T Nigel &WillyTwiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O MrJ. D. Neild

B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd

S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM330-1 D

TIMEFORMVIEW Plenty of promise in bumpers and looked a good prospectashespearheadeda1-2-3forhisyardin2mKelsonoviceon hurdles debut 3 weeks ago, readily coming clear Could be plenty moretocomefromhim.

5Oct Kel 16f Hdl good 1/13 KoolRaoul(FR)

22Mar Kel 16f NHF gd-sf 7/10 IsThis

21Jan Ayr 16f NHF soft 3/12 They’re

TFRHHHHH BHA143 FORM321411- D

TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive novice hurdlerwho signed offforlast season with a huge effort off top weight to take a valuable 2m handicapatSandown.2-2backonthelevelatEpsominrecentweeks andclearchanceontheseterms.

28Sep Epm 12f Hcp good 1/9 MidnightRumble

11Sep Epm 12f Hcp soft 1/10 SaligoBay(IRE)

26Apr San 15f HcpH good 1/14 MythicalMoon

TFRHHHII BHA125

FORM211 D

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful maiden handicapper on the Flat and has quickly made his mark over hurdles, landing 2m contests at StratfordandWarwicklastmonth.Hehasmoretooffer

23Sep War 16f Hdl good 1/8 BeauQuali(FR)

6Sep Str 16f Hdl good 1/12 TestTheMarket

23Aug Cml 17f Hdl good 2/10 Bittalemon

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM232-3

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedafairlyusefullevelofformonhishurdling bow when second at Auteuil in March. Easy to back and may have needed first run for new yard going without usual tongue tie at Uttoxeter3weeksago Thisshouldrevealmore.

5Oct Utt 15f Hdl good 3/10 DeTempsEnTemps(IRE)

8Mar Aut 17f Hdl heavy 2 Lombo Sacre (FR)

Nov24 Lig 12f Stk - 3 Loustic de Ciergue (FR)

TFRHHHII BHAFORM042TIMEFORMVIEWFairforminbumperslastseason.Certainlybredfor the job but this is a tough starting point against experienced hurdlers.Hoodfitted.

23Apr Lud 15f NHF gd-sf 2/6 Jorah d’Alma (FR) nk 15Mar Kmp 16f NHF good 4/13 Trustintimes hd Dec24 Her 16f NHF gd-sf 9/12 GlancingJack 28l

2024: GIVEMEFIVE (IRE) 4 11 0 Paul O’Brien 7-2 (HarryDerham) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No 5. Hood worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 1-2 Give It To Me Oj (GB), 7-1 Hamlet’s Night (IRE), 9-1 Loriko (FR), 10-1 Caballo de Guerra (IRE), 25-1 The Egyptian Ginge (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GIVE ITTO ME OJ has outstanding claims on these terms on the form of his Sandown handicap win under a big weight. With race-fitness on his side after a couple of victories on the level last month he should be hard to beat. Caballo de Guerra was impressive when making a successful start over hurdles at Kelso 3 weeks ago and could be the danger

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GIVE

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £40000

Owners Prize Money 1st £16692, 2nd £8348, 3rd £4172, 4th £2088. (PenaltyValue £21784)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): P Nicholls (23 wins from 225 runners, 10%) runs WELCOM TO CARTRIES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST14 DAYS): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs PIED PIPER & SPORTING GLORY

FANCYTHAT: G Elliott won this race in 2020 and 2022. The stable runs PIED PIPER & SPORTING GLORY today.

1 PIED PIPER (GB) (20)

ChgNewApproach(IRE)-PureFantasy

7 11-10

J Jack Kennedy E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O Mrs M. Roden & Mrs R. Nolan

B Queen Elizabeth II

S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

2 ANYWAY(GER) (31)

BgJukeboxJury(IRE)-Adira(GER) 7 11-7

J Darragh O’Keeffe E Cheek Pieces

T David Kenneth Budds, Ireland

O K. Haughey/Kieran T. Byrne

B Gestut Etzean

3 BALTIC BIRD (GB) (23)

BgFrankel-BalticBaroness(GER) 6 11-7

J P. M. O’Brien E Tongue Strap

T William Durkan, Ireland

O MrWilliam Durkan

B Ammerland Verwaltung GmbH & Co.KG

4 INTENSEAPPROACH (GB) (85)

ChgJackHobbs-IntenseTango 6 11-7

J Alex Harvey

T John McConnell, Ireland

O Ms Caroline Ahearn

B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

5 LEAVE OFABSENCE (FR) (218)

ChgMaskedMarvel-ToMuchFun 8 11-7

J Rex Dingle E Tongue Strap

T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire

B MrJean-Pierre Dubois & SCEA Haras du Ma

S geegeez.co.uk

6 SPORTING GLORY(IRE) (24)

BgFameAndGlory-LasPrincess(IRE) 9 11-2

J DannyGilligan

T Gordon Elliott, Ireland

O KTDA Racing

B C. O’Brennan

S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott

7 WELCOMTO CARTRIES (FR) (218)

J HarryCobden E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Mrs Johnny de la Hey

B T. Eluard & G. Eluard

S Morson Group

TFRHHHII BHA150

FORM1-110F3 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Started his chase career with 3 wins. Found life harder at Graded level since, albeit latest Tipperary third was respectable. Has to concede weight all round but his stable has a goodrecentrecordinthisrace

5Oct Tip 19f Ch gd-yd 3/5 Gold Dancer(FR) 22l

24Sep Lis 23f HcpC yield F/18 Spanish Harlem (FR)31Jul Gal 18f Ch good 11/11 Gold Dancer(FR) 83l

TFRHHHII BHA141

FORM552-1U0

TIMEFORMVIEW Excellent second in 20.5fnovicehandicap chase atthe FestivalherebeforewinningaKilbegganmaideninJune.Unseatedearlyin the GalwayPlatenexttimeand seeminglyhadhisstaminastretchedwhen steppedupto3mfortheKerryNationalatListowellastmonth.

24Sep Lis 23f HcpC yield 8/18 Spanish Harlem (FR) 24l 30Jul Gal 22f HcpC good U/22 Western Fold (IRE)16Jun Kil 20f Ch gd-yd 1 YouOughtaKnow(IRE) 21/4l

TFRHHIII BHA129

FORM03-1403

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful start over fences at Down Royal in May. Creditable16lengthsthirdof6innovicechaseatClonmel(24f,goodtosoft) 23daysagobuthasabittofindinthiscompany.

2Oct Clo 24f Ch gd-yd 3 What’s Up Darling (IRE) 16l 26Aug Bel 17f Hcp good 5 Zanahiyr(IRE) 14l 2Aug Gal 22f HcpH good 11/19 Winning Smut (IRE) 30l

TFRHHHHH BHA137

FORM211P0-1 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler, including a win in the 3m novice hurdle on this card last year Took well to fences with a big-field maiden success on 22.5f Galway reappearance in August and bold showlooksassuredwiththereturntoalongertripinhisfavour

1Aug Gal 22f Ch good 1 TalkInThePark(IRE) 3/4l 23Apr Per 23f Hdl gd-sf 8/14 KissWill (FR) 20l 14Mar Chl 23f Hdl gd-sf P/20 Jasmin deVaux (FR) -

TFRHHHHI BHA132

FORM13/1//221-

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdle winner who took well to fences back from an absence last season, finishing second in Grade 2 Reynoldstown before bagging a 3m Newbury handicap when last seeninMarch.Goodrecordfresh.Considered.

21Mar Nby 23f HcpC gd-sf 1/7 Havaila(IRE) 21/2l 15Feb Asc 23f Ch good 2/4 The Changing Man (IRE) 24l Nov24 Kmp 18f Ch gd-sf 2/4 Iberico Lord (FR) 11/2l

TFRHHHII BHA133

FORM4/13P0-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdler winner Sound start to his chase careerwhenfourthof8in17.5fSligomaidenonreappearance24daysago The much longer trip could suit better Jack Kennedy seemingly prefers PiedPiper 1Oct Sli 17f Ch gd-yd 4 Addragoole (IRE) 83/4l 22Feb Fai 20f HcpH soft 11 Barry Lyndon (IRE) 63l 1Feb Leo 22f Hdl soft P/12 Final Demand (IRE) -

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and achieved a similar level of form when fourthinapairofGradedeventsswitchedtofencesattheendof2024 Endedlast season with a creditable second back hurdling at Newbury Has first-time cheekpiecesaddedtohistonguenowreturnedtolargerobstaclesafterabreak. 21Mar

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2024: HYLAND (FR) 7 11 7 Nico de Boinville 9-2 (NickyHenderson) 6 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7.

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2

Intense Approach (GB), 4-1 Pied Piper (GB), 5-1 Welcom To Cartries (FR), 11-2 Anyway (GER), 6-1 Leave of Absence (FR), 7-1 Sporting Glory (IRE), 40-1 Baltic Bird (GB)

INTENSE APPROACH will be suited by the return to 3m+ and is taken to enhance his excellent strike-rate and make it 2-2 over fences. Leave of Absence was a decisive winner in handicap company at Newbury when last seen in the spring and is second choice ahead of Welcome To Cartries, who should find this a bit easier than the Graded races he contested on both chase starts last season.

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THE ODDSCHECKER OPEN NATIONAL HUNTFLATRACE (CLASS 2) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £17500 Owners Prize Money 1st £7303, 2nd £3652, 3rd £1825, 4th £914. (PenaltyValue £9530.50)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (32 wins from 255 runners, 13%) runs LE BEAU MADRIK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (5 wins from 33 runners, 15%) runs CHICKER

FANCYTHAT: F O’Brien won this race in 2017, 2018 and 2021. The stable runs CHICKER today.

LONGESTTRAVELLER: BELLS GROVE trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.

1 CHICKER (GB) (55) BgFrontiersman-Arrucian

J Jonathan Burke

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Actionclad 2001 Ltd

B Grove Farm Stud

S BresBet

2 COLLANISI (IRE)

(339)

BrgKalanisi(IRE)-CollaPier(IRE)

J BenJones

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

O Pimlico Racing - Collanisi

B Mr D. P. Dunne

S Fitzdares

3 CROSSGALES KING

J HarryCobden

T Syd Hosie, Sherborne

O Mrs Kate Kenyon

B Daniel Cronin

S Sherborne Utilities Ltd

(IRE) (196)

4 ESCORT’KHEOPS (FR) (203)

BgMasterstroke(USA)-Escort’woman(FR)

J Kevin Brogan

T Laura Horsfall, Towcester

O Racing Partners

B Mr Pascale Souverain

5 ANTARCTIC LEGEND (IRE) (-)

J Sean Bowen

T Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket

O Mr D. R. J. King

B Philip and Mrs Jane Myerscough

6 BELLS GROVE (IRE) (36)

J Alex Harvey

T John McConnell, Ireland

O Claire Wylie

B Miss Claire Wylie

7 HANS LIPPERSHEY(GB) (165)

J Jack Quinlan

T Ben Case, Banbury

O LadyJane Grosvenor

B Dr Bryan Mayoh

S David Andrews Construction Limited

TFRHHHHH BHAFORM1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising Frontiersman gelding who made a winning start in 7-runner bumper at Worcester (5/1) 55 days ago, impressively cruisingclearfrom2fout.Concedesweightallroundherebutthatformhas beenfrankedsohe’sabigplayerforyardwithagoodrecordinthis.

TFRHHHII BHAFORM3-

TIMEFORMVIEWKalanisigeldingwhoshapedwellwhenthirdof7in bumper(2/1)atFfosLasonhisdebut11monthsago Offsincebuthe remainswithpotentialforgoodyard Nov24 Fls 15f NHF soft 3/7 SwindonVillage

TFRHHHII BHAFORMP/2235-

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £85,000 after finishing runner-up twice in Irishpoints.Displayedabilitybothstartsinbumpersinthespringbut heneedstostepforwardtotakethis.

12Apr Ayr 16f NHF gd-sf 5/10 Dysart Dolomite (IRE) 61/2l 20Mar Chp 16f NHF good 3/7 Hurricane Pat (IRE) 81/2l

TFRHHHII BHAFORMU4425-

TIMEFORM VIEW Masterstroke gelding who made the frame all 3 completed starts in Irish points before posting an encouraging fifth of11inbumper(10/3)atNewcastle6monthsago Needsto buildon itonhisreturn.

5Apr Nwc 16f NHF good 5/11 Freddie Steady Go 6l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORMVIEW Crystal Ocean gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including 1m winner Bearberry Dam 1 3/4m-15f winner SeanBowenbookedandworthamarketcheck.

DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM32

TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Capril who has shown fair form when placed in a pair of bumpers at Sligo and Downpatrick this autumn. ThisIrishchallengerholdssolidclaims.

19Sep Dpk 17f Stk yield 2 Moja Dama (FR) nk

TFRHHHII BHAFORM3-2

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8 LE BEAU MADRIK (FR) (187)

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J HarrySkelton

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O MrAlan Harte

B Emmanuel-Julien Leclerc

S TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes

9 LE FABULEUX BUCK’S (FR) (-)

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J James Bowen

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

O Mr Stephen Sugden

B Remi Juvin & Laurent Thibault

S Optima Self Store, FBC Manby Bowdler

10 NOTWITHOUTDANGER (IRE) (191)

BgWalkInThePark(IRE)-SleepingDiva(FR) 4 11-1

J SamTwiston-Davies

T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

O MrAnthony R.Hunt

B Cyril O’Hara

S Solstice

11 WONDER FLYING (FR) (-)

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J Brendan Powell

T Henrietta C Knight, Wantage

O Wymer, Kehoe Partnership

B Ms Daniele Kindler

S Henrietta Knight

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21Apr Plm 17f NHF good 2/7 Emerald Poet (IRE) 1l

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RACECOURSE DEBUT

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RACECOURSE DEBUT

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2024: BLOCK ROCKIN BEATS (IRE) 5 11 2 Gavin Sheehan 14-1 (Oliver Signy) 14 ran

Running for the first time since Gelding No 5, 9, 11. Stewards Note:

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Chicker (GB), 6-1 Bells Grove (IRE), 7-1 Antarctic Legend (IRE), Le Beau Madrik (FR), 10-1 Collanisi (IRE), 14-1 Not Without Danger (IRE), 16-1 Crossgales King (IRE), 18-1 Hans Lippershey (GB), 22-1 Le Fabuleux Buck’s (FR), 25-1 Wonder Flying (FR), 50-1 Escort’kheops (FR)

Fergal O’Brien’s CHICKER created an excellent impression when strolling clear in a Worcester bumper in August and can make light of a penaltyto go 2-2 for his in-form yard Dan Skelton’s Le Beau Madrik shaped well when runner-up at Plumpton on his debut in the spring and could emerge as the main danger on his return, although Irish raider Bells Grove also has the form to play a part. Not Without Danger and Collanisi look to have better days ahead ofthem too and complete the shortlist.

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The welfare of the sport’s equine and human participants is paramount to British Horseracing. All racehorses competing in Britain are stabled at the premises of trainers who are licensed by The British Horseracing Authority The standards demanded by The BHA of licensed racehorse trainers far exceed those prescribed by animal welfare legislation The British Horseracing Authority similarly licenses every racecourse, setting high standards for the racing surface and all parts of the course used by competitors, both human and equine. BHA Officials ensure that racecourses delivers these standards. In addition Cheltenham Racecourse employs a minimum of three veterinary surgeons, whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse. In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the racecourse’s veterinary team Qualified paramedics and doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving treatment This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment. If necessary, horses and riders will be transported from the course to receive further treatment at the nearest equine hospital or Accident & Emergency hospital.

TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.10 -THEWILLIAM HILLEACHWAYEXTRANOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAPSTEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £11618 to the winning horse The second to receive £5346, the third £2673, the fourth £1337 and the fifth £666. for novice fouryrs old and upwards. £110 stake ifthe horse is rated 130 or higher, or £22 stake ifthe horse is rated 129orlowerwith£88extraifthehorseisdeclaredtorunDeclareby10.00a.m.October23rd.Lowestweight10st5lb;Highestweight11st10lb Penalties, afterOctober18th, 2025, foreach steeple chasewon 7lb (20lbweight range).William Hill has kindlysponsoredthis race Presentations 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 forthe 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 ofthe Stakes and Prize Money Code. 21 entries, 6 at £22 and 15 at £110 - Closed October 20th, 2025.OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£8886;Second£4442;Third£2222;Fourth£1111;Fifth£554.(PenaltyValue£11618.20)

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SecondRace1.45-THEPLAYWILLIAMHILL’SFINALONESTANDINGNOVICES’HURDLERACE(CLASS2)(GBBRACE)Distributedinaccordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10892 to the winning horseThe second to receive £5018, the third £2508 and the fourth £1256. fornovicefouryrsoldandupwards.Enterbynoon,October20thandpay£100stake,Declareby10.00a.m.October23rd.Weights:4-y-o10st 10lb;5-y-oandup11stFilliesandmaresallowed7lbPenalties,awinnerofaClass3toClass5hurdlerace5lbOf2hurdleracesorofaClass1or Class 2 hurdle race 8lb William Hill has generouslysponsoredthis race and will make presentationstothewinning owner,trainer, jockeyand memberofracing staff. In addition a £150 award will be made to the memberofracing staffresponsible forthe 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 carrythe name/logo ofWILLIAM 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. 15 entries at £100. - Closed October20th, 2025.OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£8346;Second£4174;Third £2086;Fourth£1044.(PenaltyValue£10892)A

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Third Race 2.20 -THEWILLIAM HILLBESTODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAPSTEEPLE 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 fouryrs old and upwards. £500 stake ifthe horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake ifthe horse is rated 129 or lowerwith £400 extra ifthe horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 23rd. Penalties, after October 18th, 2025, for each steeple chasewon 6lb William Hill has generouslysponsoredthis race andwill make presentationstothewinning owner,trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. In addition a £150 award will be given to the member of racing staff responsible forthe horse judged to be the bestturned out in this race All numbercloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carrythe name/logo ofWILLIAM HILL. The sponsorship payment of£500will be distributed equallyamongst all horses starting inthis race in accordancewith paragraphs 24to 27 ofthe Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum ofthree times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland orFrance or, having run intwo such races, has been placed inthe first fouron each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code 25 entries, 1 at £100 and 24 at £500 - Closed October 20th, 2025. OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£39750;Second£19870;Third£9940;Fourth£4970;Fifth£2480;Sixth£1240.(PenaltyValue£52030)

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FourthRace2.55-THEPERTEMPSNETWORKHANDICAPHURDLERACE(CLASS2)(PertempsHurdleSeriesQualifier)(GBBRACE) Distributed in accordancewiththe Stakes and Prize MoneyCode. £19061tothewinning horseThe secondto receive £8781,thethird £4389 andthe fourth £2198. for four yrs old and upwards. £175 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £35 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £140extraifthehorseisdeclaredtorunDeclareby10.00a.m.October23rd.Penalties,afterOctober18th,2025,foreachhurdleracewon6lb PERTEMPS NETWORK has kindlysponsoredthis race andwill make presentationstothewinning owner,trainer, jockeyand memberofracing staff. In addition a £150 award will be made to the member ofracing staffresponsible forthe horse judged to be the best turned out in this race Allnumberclothstobecarriedinthisracehavebeensponsoredandwillcarrythename/logoofPERTEMPS.Thesponsorshippaymentof £500willbedistributedequallyamongstallhorsesstartinginthisraceinaccordancewithparagraphs24to27oftheStakesandPrizeMoney Code.HorseswhichhavebeenplacedinthefirstfourinthisracewillbeeligibletoenterTHEPERTEMPSNETWORKFINAL(AHANDICAPHURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about three miles at Cheltenham on March 12th, 2026. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall onlybe qualified to run inthis race ifit has run a minimum offourtimes in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland orFrance in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Elimination and Balloting Procedures For The Final: The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 19 ofthe RaceAdministration Code suchthatthewinnerofa Pertemps Hurdle Series Qualifier, sincethe start ofthe current season,will be protected from elimination inthe Final, providedthe horse is setto carry10st 2lb orabove atthe close ofdeclarations at the 48-hour stage. (Jockey claims not to be taken into account) 28 entries, 7 at £35 and 21 at £175. - Closed October 20th, 2025.Owners PrizeMoney.Winner£14606;Second£7305;Third£3651;Fourth£1827.(PenaltyValue£19061)

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Fifth Race 3.30 - THE MASTERSON HOLDINGS HURDLE RACE (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 fouryrs old only Enter by noon,October20thandpay£200stake,Declareby10.00a.m.October23rd.Weights:11steachFilliesallowed7lbPenalties,awinnerofaClass 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 4lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 8lb. MASTERSON HOLDINGS has generously sponsoredthisraceandwillmakepresentationstothewinningowner,trainer,jockeyandmemberofracingstaff.Inadditiona£150awardwill be madetothememberofracing staffresponsible forthe horse judgedto bethe bestturned out inthis race All numberclothsto be carried inthis race have been sponsored andwill carrythe name/logo ofMASTERSON HOLDINGS.The sponsorship payment of£500will be distributedequallyamongstallhorsesstarting inthisraceinaccordancewithparagraphs 24to27oftheStakes andPrizeMoneyCode.7entriesat £200 -ClosedOctober20th,2025.OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£16692;Second£8348;Third£4172;Fourth£2088.(PenaltyValue£21784)A SEE PAGE 32 FORTHIS RACE.

SixthRace4.05-THEWILLIAMHILLEXTRAPLACESWITHBOG‘CHASINGEXCELLENCE’NOVICES’STEEPLECHASE(CLASS2)(GBBRACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize MoneyCode. £21784 to the winning horseThe second to receive £10036, the third £5016 and the fourth £2512. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 20th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 23rd. Weights: 11st 2lb each 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 performanceinthisrace,providedthehorsehashadatleastfourpriorcompletedrunsoverSteepleChasesorHurdlescombined..WilliamHill haskindlysponsoredthisraceandwillmakepresentationstothewinningtrainer,jockeyandmemberofracingstaff.Inadditiona£150award will be given to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race The British Horseracing Authority’sDevelopmentFundhasgenerouslycontributed£10000towardstheprizemoneyforthisrace 10entriesat£200 -ClosedOctober 20th, 2025.OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£16692;Second£8348;Third£4172;Fourth£2088.(PenaltyValue£21784)A SEE PAGE 36 FORTHIS RACE. SeventhRace4.40-THEODDSCHECKEROPENNATIONALHUNTFLATRACE(CLASS2)(Category1Elimination)(GBBRACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9530 to the winning horse The second to receive £4390, the third £2194 and the fourth £1099 forfourand five yrs old only, which have not run underany recognised Rules ofRacing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, October 20th and pay £87 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb Oddschecker has kindly sponsored this race Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockeyand memberofracing 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 ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 19 entries at £87. - Closed October 20th, 2025. Owners PrizeMoney.Winner£7303;Second£3652;Third£1825;Fourth£914.(PenaltyValue£9530.50)A SEE PAGE 42 FORTHIS RACE.