WINTER RACEDAY MONDAY 29th JANUARY 2024 Official race programme £3.00
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TODAY’S CONTENTS Today’s Officials & Meet The Team .......................................................................................... 4 Welcome to Plumpton................................................................................................................. 5 Racecourse Facilities................................................................................................................ 6-7 Customer Information............................................................................................................. 8-9 Top Trainers & Jockeys..............................................................................................................10 How To Read The Racecard .....................................................................................................12 Today’s Top Tips..........................................................................................................................13 Race Conditions ..........................................................................................................................46
TODAY’S racing
1st
1.50pm
The Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Maiden Hurdle Race.18-19
2nd
2:20pm
The weatherbysshop.co.uk Novices’ Handicap Chase................. 22-23
3rd
2.50pm
The Visit Irish Bloodstock Sales With ITM Novices’ Hurdle Race.28-29
4th
3.20pm
The Blue Bell Inn Gilos 40TH Handicap Hurdle Race ................34-35
5th
3.50pm
The William Hill Daily Bet Boost Handicap Chase ................................38-39
6th
4.20pm
The William Hill Lengthen Your Odds Handicap Hurdle Race ..............42-43 Plumpton Racecourse would like to thank
OFFICIAL PARTNERS
TODAY’S OFFICIALS Monday 29th January 2024 Stewards
CODY WATKINS (Chief Steward) ADAM BARKER (Stewards’ Panel Chair), JOSIE BROWN-SMITH, KATE SMITH, FERGUS SWEENEY
Starters
JAMES STENNING, SAM AVIS
Judge
JANE GREEN
Clerk of the Scales
CHRIS HILL
Veterinary Officer
HOWARD NEWITT
Commentator
TONY ENNIS
Raceday Announcer
COLIN BROWN
Medical Officers
Dr LUCY FREE (SRMO), Dr RIZWAN GHANI, Dr BABAK DANESHMAND
JMR Nurse
JANE JACKSON
Physio
SALLY DUFTY
Veterinary Surgeons
MATT WATERHOUSE SVS, SIMON STAEMPFLI, ELLEN SINGER
Betting Ring Manager
VICKI MOORE
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
SARAH COLLINS, PETER DOUBLE, CAROL LEGGETT
Safeguarding Lead
STEVE TOMLIN
Deputy Safeguarding Lead
CRAIG STADDON
Official Caterers
STRONG FLAVOURS, 6 Southgate Parade, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6ER
Chief Executive
CRAIG STADDON, Plumpton Racecourse Ltd, Plumpton, East Sussex, BN7 3AL. Tel: (01273) 890383
Clerk of the Course
MARCUS WATERS, Esq., Plumpton Racecourse Ltd, Plumpton, 07399211919
MEET THE TEAM
Craig Staddon CEO
Marcus Waters Clerk of the Course
Jacqui Hill Head of Sales & Marketing
Molly Taylor Sales Manager
Emily Gailey Marketing Executive
Martyn Smith Company Accountant
Rebecca Warnett Senior Operations Executive
Craig French Assistant Head Groundsperson
Lewis Edmond Groundsperson
Ross Craig Groundsperson
Mac Cornford Groundsperson
Steve Tomlin Raceday Health & Safety Manager
WELCOME Welcome to Plumpton – Winter Jumps Raceday Our third fixture of the new year and I would like to welcome you to our January Winter Jumps Raceday. It was only a week ago since we last raced at Plumpton and we were fortunate to see some thrilling racing with very close finishes and we again hope for the same excitement today. I would like to thank our Partners; BetGoodwin, Southern Cranes and Access Ltd and Strong Flavours for their tremendous support throughout the 2023/24 Season, along with today’s sponsors, Weatherby’s, Irish Thoroughbred Marketing, Blue Bell Emsworth and William Hill. We wish you all have a tremendous day. We have a cracking card for punters to get their teeth into today, with 51 runners declared across 6 races worth just shy of £60,000 of prize money. Our feature on the track today is our fourth race the £17,500 Class 3 Blue Bell Emsworth Gilo’s 40th Birthday Handicap Hurdle. Last year we saw Jerrash win the feature race, trained by Gary Moore and ridden by Jamie Moore beating Midnightreflection by 1¼ lengths. The renewal this year looks strong with 7 going to post. Today we have Baron Alco, nickname ‘Barry’ in our Retired Racehorse Stable. He is our Retraining Of Racehorses (ROR) ‘Horses for Courses’ and we are delighted to welcome him to Plumpton. During his career he won a pair of Cheltenham bonus series races in the 2016/17 season for owner John Stone and defeated Frodon in the BetVictor Gold Cup. Make sure you pop over and give him a polo and a pat. Our next two fixtures will be Monday 12th and Monday 26th February so if you are thinking of booking tickets or hospitality for either day make sure you visit our website or contact one of our team now. With Easter early this year, Sunday 31st March and Monday 1st April, if you are thinking of booking make sure you do this early as this is a popular racing weekend with both tickets and hospitality always in high demand. Have a great day at Plumpton, Heart Of The Community.
Best wishes Craig Staddon Chief Executive
Final Fence Restaurant
Final Fence Restaurant
Brewery, and hot food. William Hill betting shop and Tote counter within. Large screens showing all racing going on during the day.
Coffee Hut Situated opposite the Southdown Bar serving locally roasted barista made coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Food Concessions Situated outside the Southdown Stand and in the picnic enclosure Paddock Bar (select fixtures) we have a range Premier bar with views of the of concessions serving various parade ring and finishing line. options including mac & cheese, Serving a range of hot pies, burgers, pizzas, ice creams (select sandwiches and light refreshments. fixtures) and much more. William Hill Betting shop and Tote Confectionary available in: betting facilities within. Paddock Bar, Southdown Cafe, Chasers Bar Chasers Bar Large bar with a range of refreshments available, including fresh cask beer from Harvey's
CUSTOMER INFORMATION Horse Care at Plumpton At every race meeting at Plumpton there are three specially qualified Equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Paramedic team responsible for human casualties. The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race.
Use of Screens It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground. This does not reflect on the severity of any injury, but allows the vet some privacy, and the patient a calm environment in which to make a recovery. Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erected around a fallen horse. All equine care at Plumpton is provided by: Sussex Equine Hospital Billingshurst Rd, Ashington, West Sussex RH20 3BB
Unauthorised Bookmaking It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Any individual contravening these rules will be evicted. On-Course Bookmakers at Plumpton – Late Pay Service If you need to claim winnings from an on-course bookmaker after a raceday, please send your ticket and covering letter to the following address: Late Pay Department, AGT Ltd, 3a King’s Hall, St Ives Business Park, St Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY
Dogs Dogs are only allowed in the Picnic Enclosure and must be on a lead at all times. Please do not leave dogs unattended in your car.
Photography Use of cameras, video equipment, laptop and other computer equipment, mobile telephones and other telecommunications devices at Plumpton Racecourse is subject to terms and conditions – full details are available at the racecourse office. Racegoers may take photographs for personal use only – you are not permitted to make commercial use of any audio/visual coverage, still images or data relating to racing at the Racecourse. FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY IS DANGEROUS WHERE HORSES ARE INVOLVED, YOU ARE ASKED NOT TO USE FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ANYWHERE IN THE PADDOCK AREA AND PARTICULARLY NEAR THE WINNERS ENCLOSURE.
Photos taken at Plumpton Racecourse Please be aware that we have an official photographer at Plumpton Racecourse and they are gathering pictures of racing, scenery and crowds throughout the day. Most pictures will be non-specific but it is possible that images of you will be captured. As we retain copyright of these pictures, we may use these for future marketing campaigns, both digital and in print. By purchasing a ticket to this event, it is assumed that you are aware this is a possibility. If this is something you don’t want to be included in, please do let us know at the racecourse office.
Radios, Mobile Telephones and Computer Equipment The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones and computer equipment may not be used in or near any betting area, for off-course betting purposes. Further details are available from the racecourse office.
Abandonments In the event of a fixture being abandoned, refunds on admission badges and tickets purchased will be paid in the following circumstances: Abandonment before completion of the first race - full refund; Abandonment before completion of the third race - 50% refund; Abandonment thereafter - no refund. In the event that a refund is due, refunds can not be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, please send your badge/ticket with full address details, within 28 days of the date of the race meeting to Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, East Sussex BN7 3AL.
Broken Glasses & Bottles Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others, please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.
No Smoking You are permitted to smoke in all outside areas, including the grandstands and balconies. Smoking is prohibited in any enclosed area. This policy includes electronic cigarettes or any other product deemed unacceptable.
BBQs Please can BBQs be extinguished 15 minutes before the start of the first race.
General The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or expel any person from, the racecourse, without assigning a reason for so doing, and does not accept any responsibility for loss or damage to persons or to their property.
Accessibility at Plumpton Racecourse Plumpton Racecourse’s facilities provide an accessible environment for all our racegoers, including those with young children. We are happy to make alternative arrangements if necessary; if you have any queries or require assistance please phone 01273 890383, visit the Racecourse Office or ask any member of staff and we will be happy to assist you in any way we can.
Notices Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of Races have been added for the convenience of the public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the post.
TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM Top Jump Trainers with Runners Today James Owen - will be hoping to continue his impressive strike rate this month and saddles Jimmy Boy and Ferrybridge.
TRAINER S Humphrey
WINS IN THE
RUNNERS IN THE
LAST MONTH
LAST MONTH
1
1
100
STRIKE %
J Owen
5
13
38.5
D Jeffreys
2
8
25
W Turner
1
4
25
Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today Paul O’Brien - will be looking to continue his hot streak and rides Madam Ryder
JOCKEY
WINS IN THE
RIDES IN THE
LAST MONTH
LAST MONTH
Paul O’Brien
6
28
STRIKE % 21.4
Gavin Sheehan
9
51
17.6
Fergus Gregory
3
17
17.6
Michael Nolan
5
31
16.1
Top Horses By Career Prize Money Running Today HORSE
TRAINER
TIME
PRIZE MONEY
Diesel D’Allier
R Bandey
3:20
£115,085.55
Junkanoo
G L Moore
2:50
£53,244.37
Monjules
H Fry
3:20
£46,294.54
Ilovethenightlife
J Tizzard
3:20
£39,726.04
Sublime Heights
T Lawes
3:50
£39,434.53
BETTING INFORMATION A bet can make an already exciting race far more thrilling. Backing your selection with cash and watching your chosen horse win is a great feeling. 1.
Pick your winner! There are many ways that you can pick your selection: - Many people select a horse based on its name or jockey colours or go to the parade ring and view the horses. - Alternatively you may wish to follow a particular jockey or trainer, or a tipster in a newspaper. - Others like to look at the horse’s previous races or ‘form’.
2.
Where to place your bet – In the betting ring, in front of the Grandstands, with a racecourse ‘bookie’. This is great fun as you can shop around for the bookmaker offering the biggest odds on your selection. – With the Tote at one of their designated betting points all around the racecourse. – At the William Hill betting shop, which is identical to a high street betting shop.
3.
Place your bet Decide how much you want to stake, and what type of bet you would like to place. Then cheer your selection home! There are a few simple rules that you need to follow after placing your bet: – Please check your receipt. Mistakes cannot be rectified after the race is off . – Keep your bet receipt safe. You will need this to collect your winnings – Don’t throw away your ticket until the racecourse announcer says ‘Weighed In’. Even if your horse has not won, the result may be changed if there is a ‘Stewards enquiry’.
If you have any queries about your bet, please speak to the bookmaker or the Betting Ring Manager.
PLACE TERMS All Racecourses enforce standard each way terms, in line with Paragraph 2.7.11 of the Terms and Conditions of Entry – Special Conditions E. These terms state that where accepting each-way bets, bookmakers will ensure the terms shall be or shall be better, i.e. more favourable to the customer, than: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g)
for races with fewer than 3 runners – all to win; for races with 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds on place 1-2; for races with 5-7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds on place 1-2; for races with 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds on place 1-2-3; for handicap races with 12-15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds on place 1-2-3; for handicap races with 16-21 runners (inclusive) 1/5 odds on place 1-2-3-4; and for handicap races with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds on place 1-2-3-4,and shall comply with clause 2.7.2 regarding the prominent display of terms.
WHAT IS RULE 4? Rule 4 is a betting industry-standard deduction that is made on a winning horse bet when there is a non-runner in a race, and you have taken a fi xed price. If there is a non runner in the race, anyone who backs a non-runner will get their stakes refunded. The Rule 4 exists to make a deduction from your bet to take into account the impact on the betting market of the non runner. The amount of the deduction varies depending on the price of the non-runner. The Rule 4 deduction is not applied to the stake, only to your winnings.
RACING INFORMATION horse’s saddlecloth number
sex of horse: c=colt, h=horse, g=gelding, f=filly, m=maredam
colour graphic
horse’s name
8
previous performances: C-course winner, D=distance winner, CD=course & distance winner, BF=beaten favourite No. of days since last ran
form
age
weight st-lbs
NEW ZEALANDER (GB) (195) 5604P6-
5
11-2
sire
dam
Br B g Australia - Dalasyla (IRE) O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr B Sir P Vela, Triermore Stud & New England
Derek Fox J Leonard Kerr, Irvine T
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to register a win over hurdles and was sold for only £2,000 from Fergal O’Brien’s yard in December. TFR BHA77 colour of horse: b=bay, br=brown, ch=chestnut, gr=grey
Br Breeding
O Owner
form guide
B Breeder
J Jockey
T Trainer
Official BHA rating
S Sponsor
Official BHA Rating The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicapper to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principle purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicap races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
train times Departs
Arrives
Departs
Arrives
15.48
Plumpton
Eastbourne
16.18
15.35 Plumpton
London Victoria 16.38
16.48
Plumpton
Eastbourne
17.19
16.35 Plumpton
London Victoria 17.36
17:48
Plumpton
Eastbourne
18.20
17:35 Plumpton
London Victoria 18.36
18.48
Plumpton
Eastbourne
19.20
18.35 Plumpton
London Victoria 19.36
RACE 1
KILBARRY HILL has been consistent so far this season, posting solid efforts to finish placed on all three of his starts, and he may be able to get his head in front in what looks a winnable contest. Ballyvaughan Bay is open to plenty of improvement after just two starts under Rules and he may prove the main danger to the selection. Madam Ryder will need to bounce back from a lacklustre effort at Lingfield over 2m last month if she is to feature, but she represents a top stable and is not totally dismissed. totewin: Kilbarry Hill toteeachway: Ballyvaughan Bay
RACE 2
DUHALLOW TOMMY impressed when scoring by 13 lengths on his chasing debut over this C&D last week, beating the reopposing Clondaw Robin into second, and a 7lb penalty may not be enough to stop Toby Lawes’ gelding from going in again. Filanderer was a five-length second behind a subsequent winner and potentially useful sort at Wincanton last month and he rates the biggest danger racing off an unchanged mark. totewin: Duhallow Tommy toteeachway: Filanderer
RACE 3
JUNKANOO has made a satisfactory start to life over hurdles, last seen running with plenty of credit when finishing a close-up second at Kempton. He should make a bold bid to go one place better for a yard who tend to excel with ex-Flat horses. Mako Of The Glade is of major interest on his first start for the Venetia Williams stable, particularly if the betting market speaks favourably about his chances. Gearing’s Point was last seen finishing a creditable fifth at Lingfield over 1m4f on the Flat, but he will need to improve on his Fontwell second in order to trouble the selection. totewin: Junkanoo toteeachway: Mako Of The Glade
RACE 4
Lassue posted another creditable effort in defeat when third in a class 2 event at Kempton last month. This ease in grade should help the daughter of Geordieland and another bold bid is anticipated off only 1lb higher in the ratings. However, she’s likely to be priced accordingly, so it may pay to take a punt on potential improver ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE. Joe Tizzard’s mare could relish this extra distance and the six-year-old has more going for her than most. The lightly-raced Doughmore Bay is also worth a second look. totewin: Ilovethenightlife toteeachway: Lassue
RACE 5
Although NO HUBS NO HOOBS hasn’t always looked the most straightforward, there is no doubting that he has the ability to succeed off his current rating. First-time cheekpieces could be the making of the eight-year-old and he shades the verdict over fellow in-form rival Morfee. Seamus Mullins’ charge lost little in defeat when a close-up second over an inadequate extended 2m3f trip here earlier in the month and he isn’t taken lightly. The returning Born At Midnight makes most appeal of the remainder. totewin: No Hubs No Hoobs toteeachway: Morfee
RACE 6
TODAY’S TOP TIPS
Ferrybridge made the most of better ground and a career-low mark when gaining a breakthrough victory at Newcastle last month. With that in mind, a 3lb rise in the ratings and more testing conditions may leave James Owen’s inmate vulnerable. A first-time hood could enable the keen-going KOTARI to settle better and the five-year-old looks fairly treated on his handicap bow. The selection’s stablemate Tara Iti, a dual C&D winner, also enters calculations. totewin: Kotari toteeachway: Ferrybridge
LAST MEETING REVIEW Larry winning the feature race on Monday 22nd January
James Owen had a superb start to our last meeting with the trainer seeing Sweet Fantasy secure the honours in the opening race of the day. Harry Cobden was on board the five-year-old who defeated market favourite Villainess by half-alength. Tour Ovalie and By The Grace finished third and fourth respectively. The following race saw an emphatic victory for Duhallow Tommy who romped to a 13 length triumph for jockey Tom Cannon and trainer Toby Lawes. The six-year-old went clear approaching the last and was never in any danger of relinquishing his lead to Clondaw Robin in second. Short-priced favourite Idy Wood made no mistake of justifying the market support in the third race last Monday. Trained by Jamie Snowden and ridden by Gavin Sheehan, the six-year-old was prominent in the early stages before being nudged along after three out. He then led two hurdles from the finish and kept on well to ensure the job was done. Diplomatic Ash finished second whilst Bob Bob Ricard finished third. Cannon then completed a double for the day on board Larry in a four-runner race for trainer Gary Moore. The veteran 11-year-old produced just enough to hold off the pressure from Jacamar who finished a neck behind in second. Tip Top Mountain and Cyclop finished third and fourth. The penultimate race of the day saw the Mark Rimell-trained I’m A Starman take the honours in the Plumpton Racecourse Meeting And Event Spaces Handicap Hurdle Race with Tom Bellamy on board. It wasn’t the most fluent run produced but he took the lead from three out and kept on well during the closing stages to see off the danger from Flemen’s Tipple in second. Ben Lilly was a further 12 lengths behind in third. Another excellent day of racing here at Plumpton was then completed with Nickelforce winning for trainer Ben Case and jockey Harry Bannister. The fiveyear-old went second and mounted a challenge two hurdles from the winning post and led at the last before going clear in the closing stages. Birdman Bob was unable to cut the deficit and had to settle for second with One Last Glance in third.
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Raceday preview from Weatherbys It is a real pleasure to be sponsoring the first two races this afternoon at Plumpton. Westerninthepark holds solid bumper form, an impressive five-length winner at Stratford last April before running well in top company when finishing midfield in the Grade 2 bumper at the Grand National Meeting at Aintree. The form of his third on hurdles debut at Exeter back in October likely sets the standard here, with the fifth winning twice since, and the step up in trip should hold no concern on his first start for Anthony Charlton. Likely to be joining him near the top of the market will be Olly Murphy’s Kilbarry Hill, who has finished in the first three on all of his three starts over hurdles this term. The form of the six-year-old’s close third at Warwick on hurdles debut has worked out well and the son of Blue Bresil is beginning to look like a winner in waiting, with the tongue strap retained here. Nicky Henderson has an excellent record in maiden contests so far this term, operating at a 26% strike rate, and his mare Madame Ryder will likely come on plenty for an educational ride on hurdles bow at Lingfield in December. The six-year-old had some smart form in bumpers and should progress now up in trip on her second start over timber. Georgina Nicholls’ Musique De Fee was given a similar ride on hurdles debut at Wincanton last time when clearly in need of the experience. The five-year-old was sixth in a strong bumper at Warwick on her penultimate start though and holds plenty of potential with that run under her belt. D J Jeffreys’ Ballyvaughan Boy didn’t jump with the most fluency on his first start over hurdles when runner-up to a horse with more experience at Fakenham last time. The seven-year-old is from the same family as Grade 1-winning novice hurdler Dedigout though and progress is to be expected under Brendan Powell here. Footy’s Bridge is an interesting contender on his first start for Bill Turner, last seen chasing home a progressive next time out winner when in the hands of Gordon Elliott. He has since spent over 600
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days off the track though, and both race fitness and ground are of concern on stable debut. Next up on the card is the weatherbysshop. co.uk Novices’ Handicap Chase and Duhallow Tommy could prove hard to beat under a penalty here. Although winless in three starts over hurdles, Toby Lawes’ sixyear-old came on bundles for the switch to fences last time as he ran out an impressive 13-length winner over course and distance. On the back of a wind operation, the Dylan Thomas gelding travelled powerfully through the contest, taking it up approaching the second last before extending clear from a field with an experience edge over the debutant. Ben Bromley takes over in the saddle with his handy 5lb claim and he sets the standard here if able to build on that effort. Andy Irvine’s Clondaw Robin was a well beaten second behind Duhallow Tommy in that contest, and it would be a surprise if a 2lb swing in the weights will be enough to reverse the form. The eleven-year-old has proved consistent of late, not outside of the top three in any of his chase starts this term, but he is now winless in 22 starts over fences and has a tough task on his hands here. Nick Gifford’s Cobbs Corner has shown some encouraging signs in his first three starts over fences and perhaps could have finished closer to the eventual winner if not for hanging left in the closing stages when fifth at this track last time. That was over a slightly longer trip though, and he may just find proceedings a little too quick dropped back in distance here. The main danger could perhaps come from Hughie Morrison’s Filanderer who posted a fine effort on chase debut when runner-up to a progressive type. Jumping well on the front end and looking much improved for fences, he bumped into a smart rival in the form of Libberty Hunter who has since landed a strong Cheltenham handicap and is now rated 138. The eight-year-old arrives here off an unchanged mark and must have a big chance back down in class under David Bass.
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THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for maiden four yrs old and upwards ¬ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
2m 4f 114y
FIRST RACE 1.50 Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): S Mullins (19 wins from 127 runners, 15%) runs MOUNTAIN BAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (5 wins from 21 runners, 24%) runs KILBARRY HILL Longest Traveller: STOP THIS TRAIN trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 266 miles.
Br Breeding
O Owner
B Breeder
J Jockey
T Trainer
S Sponsor
no
horse
age
st-lb
1
BALLYVAUGHAN BAY (IRE) (41) F/0F-2
7
11-10
FOOTY’S BRIDGE (IRE) (603) BFF/002-
7
11-10
KILBARRY HILL (GB) (34) 522-323
6
11-10
MOUNTAIN BAY (IRE) (47) 00-050
5
11-10
THE OLD BULL (GB) (19) 00-0
5
11-10
WESTERNINTHEPARK (IRE) (97) 2210-3
6
11-10
CHIEF LADY (IRE) (60) P160
5
11-3
JIGGAWAY (GB) (69) 00
5
11-3
Br B g Fame And Glory - Roughan Daisy (IRE) Brendan Powell J O Mr Mark E. Smith D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T B Mr Patrick McAvoy Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1 and hooded, first run since leaving John Murphy when second of 7 in novice hurdle at Fakenham (20f, heavy) on hurdles bow 41 days ago. Considered. TFR###!! BHA-
2
Br B g Fame And Glory - Forces of Destiny (IRE) Harry Kimber (3) J O Mrs Tracy Turner Bill Turner, Sherborne T B Mr K. McCoy TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward from his hurdling bow when second in 6-runner novice (20.2f) at Perth (20.2f, good) in June 2022. Sold from Gordon Elliott’s yard for only £2,000 subsequently, though. TFR##!!! BHA-
3
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Caitys Joy (GER) Fergus Gregory J O Mrs Samantha Dunn Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Yorton Farm Stud & A R Bromley Motaclan S TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice in Irish points and has shown fair form when placed on all his three runs over hurdles, tongue strap on for 1st time when third of 8 in novice at Sedgefield (19.8f, soft) 34 days ago. Enters calculations. TFR####! BHA110
4
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - My Mountain (IRE) Micheal Nolan J O New Venture Syndicate Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Mr Oliver Broderick We Do Vans S TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who showed some ability when fifth in Wincanton novice on penultimate start over hurdles. Needs to bounce back after a lesser showing at Exeter since though. TFR###!! BHA99
5
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Auld Fyffee (IRE) Beau Morgan (5) J O Not The Peloton Partnership Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T B Gretton & J. Hynes Jmc Surfacing Contractors S TIMEFORM VIEW 300/1, twelfth of 13 in novice hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f, soft) on hurdles bow 19 days ago. Up in trip with lots to find. TFR##!!! BHA-
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Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Western Skylark (IRE) Bradley Harris (3) J O The Box 8 Partnership & Avon Racing Ltd Anthony Charlton, Warminster T B Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Stratford bumper last spring and posted a promising third of 12 in novice at Exeter (18.5f, soft) on hurdles bow 97 days ago on his final run for Milton Harris. The clear form pick. TFR##### BHA-
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Br B m Mahler - Graceann (IRE) Philip Armson (3) J O Glorious Days Racing Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T B Grace Cousins Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but went backwards from hurdling bow when only seventh of 10 in a maiden at Lingfield (19.5f, good to soft, 200/1) 60 days ago. TFR###!! BHA-
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Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Jiggalong Joe Anderson (5) J O Penn Wood Racing Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T B Stuart Michael Shefras Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a pair of bumpers and a lot more required if she’s to feature on her hurdling debut. TFR##!!! BHA18
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6
11-3
MUSIQUE DE FEE (IRE) (48) 2-364
5
11-3
OVERABOTTLEOFRED (GB) (25) U-5F
5
11-3
STOP THIS TRAIN (IRE) (65) U6P-P04
7
11-3
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Madam Fontaine (FR) Paul O’Brien J O Redknapp Such Turner Albatross Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T B Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh Unibet S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some promise in bumpers and shaped as if in need of the experience under a considerate ride on her hurdling debut when tenth of 13 in novice (5/1) at Lingfield (16f, good to soft) 49 days ago. Up in trip. Should progress. TFR####! BHA-
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Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Fairy Tale (FR) Gavin Sheehan J O Ms M. L. Peterson Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle T B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to modest level both starts in bumpers and given a considerate introduction over hurdles when fourth of seven at Wincanton (2m5f) last month. Can take a step forward. TFR###!! BHA-
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Br Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Your Turn (IRE) David Noonan J O Ms C. Davis Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T B Mr Malcolm Green TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some promise when fifth at Warwick on her hurdling bow and in midfield when fell 3 out in novice hurdle (50/1) at Hereford (21.7f, soft) 25 days ago. Can do better. TFR###!! BHA-
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Br B m Ask - Helens Decree (IRE) James Best J O The Buffers Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T B Mr I. Freeley Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Placed once from 4 starts in Irish points but has offered little in a trio of maiden hurdles and a novice chase. TFR##!!! BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: HERMINO AA (FR) 6 11 10 Jamie Moore 5-4 (Gary Moore) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Stewards Note: MADAM RYDER: Following its run on 11/12/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green. STOP THIS TRAIN: Following its run on 25/11/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed. Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Westerninthepark (IRE), 10-3 Kilbarry Hill (GB), 5-1 Madam Ryder (GB), 7-1 Ballyvaughan Bay (IRE), 16-1 Musique de Fee (IRE), 18-1 Footy’s Bridge (IRE), 50-1 Jiggaway (GB), 100-1 Overabottleofred (GB), 150-1 Mountain Bay (IRE), Stop This Train (IRE), 250-1 The Old Bull (GB), 300-1 Chief Lady (IRE) WESTERNINTHEPARK sets a good standard on the form of his hurdling debut third at Exeter for Milton Harris so is taken to make a winning start for his new handler. Nicky Henderson’s Madam Ryder should have learned a lot from her PLAY SMARTER debut Lingfield tenth and can emerge as the main danger, with Kilbarry Hill and Ballyvaughan Bay appealing as the pick of the rest for place purposes. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WESTERNINTHEPARK (IRE) 2.MADAM RYDER 3.KILBARRY HILL
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Trainers 2023-24 Standings
Tom Cannon Rex Dingle Bryony Frost Caoilin Quinn Charlie Deutsch James Bowen Stan Sheppard Harry Cobden Harry Bannister Jonathan Burke
Chris Gordon Gary Moore Andy Irvine Joe Tizzard Nicky Henderson Anthony Charlton Seamus Mullins Toby Lawes Evan Williams James Owen Paul Nicholls Sheena West
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THE weatherbysshop.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) for novice five yrs old and upwards ¬ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
2m 214y
SECOND RACE 2.20
Leading course trainer (19-24): S Mullins (19 wins from 127 runners, 15%) runs ELPOLOGREG Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Lawes (1 win from 8 runners, 12%) runs DUHALLOW TOMMY Longest Traveller: NATHAN WALKER trained by K Burke, Whitcombe, 123 miles.
Br Breeding
O Owner
B Breeder
J Jockey
T Trainer
S Sponsor
no
horse
age
st-lb
1
DUHALLOW TOMMY (IRE) (7) 10-4431 CD
6
12-7(in 7lb ex)
FILANDERER (GB) (41) 004-402
8
11-11
NATHAN WALKER (GB) (39) 0-3550P
6
10-11
ELPOLOGREG (FR) (42) 0-3504P
5
10-8
CLONDAW ROBIN (IRE) (7) P-65232
11
10-4
COBBS CORNER (IRE) (42) 02P-4U5
8
10-2
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Grannie Liz (IRE) Ben Bromley (5) J O Mr John Terry Toby Lawes, Beare Green T B John Hennessy Lawmens Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Hadshownjustmodestformoverhurdlesearlierthisseasonbutwasthesubjectofstrongsupportandprovedadifferentpropositionsentchasingaftera breathing operation as he easily won a similar event over C&D last week, beating Clondaw Robin by 13 lengths. The one to beat under a penalty. TFR##### BHA98
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Br B g Kayf Tara - Flirtatious David Bass J O Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T B Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Bridgend Hotel S TIMEFORM VIEW DisappointingonthewholeoverhurdlesbutisbuiltforchasingandranmuchbetteronhisfirststartoverfenceswhensecondatWincanton (2m) 6 weeks ago, unlucky to bump into a classy rival (now rated 139) in a 0-120. Big shout off the same mark down in class. TFR####! BHA95
3
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - West River (USA) Harry Kimber (3) J O This time next year maybe Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T B Jenny Hall Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler, her best run coming here in November. Switches to chasing with improvement needed but it’s possible. TFR###!! BHA81
4
Br B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Zannkiya Micheal Nolan J O S Mullins Racing Club Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray We Do Vans S TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler and little show in 2 handicap chases, including over further here 6 weeks ago. TFR##!!! BHA82
5
Br Ch g Robin des Champs (FR) - Old Town Queen (IRE) Philip Armson (3) J O The Secret Circle Racing Club Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T B E. Fehily Global Herbs Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Just 1 win to his name but continues in good heart, no match and beaten 13 lengths by Duhallow Tommy over C&D last week. TFR###!! BHA74
6
Br B g Ocovango - A Long Way James Davies J O Mr M. Jones Nick Gifford, Findon T B P. Connell Avtrade Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap hurdle winner last autumn. Encouraging runs completed starts over fences this term, including over further here 6 weeks ago. Hard to see him taking this. TFR###!! BHA72
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
2023: SHAW’S CROSS (IRE) 11 10 11 Nick Scholfield 9-4 (Paul Henderson) 8 ran
Probable S.P’s: EVENS Duhallow Tommy (IRE), 5-2 Filanderer (GB), 12-1 Clondaw Robin (IRE), 14-1 Nathan Walker (GB), 16-1 Cobbs Corner (IRE), 40-1 Elpologreg (FR) DUHALLOW TOMMY proved a different proposition as he made a successful debut over fences in taking style here last week and should be hard to beat under PLAY SMARTER a penalty if in the same form. Filanderer is a big threat after his fine second to the now 139-rated Libberty Hunter in a stronger race at Wincanton 6 weeks ago. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DUHALLOW TOMMY (IRE) 2.FILANDERER 3.CLONDAW ROBIN (IRE)
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1m 7f 195y
THIRD RACE 2.50
Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (53 wins from 233 runners, 23%) runs DREADPOETSSOCIETY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs JUNKANOO and MASTER CHARTWELL Longest Traveller: MAKO OF THE GLADE trained by V Williams, Hereford, 182 miles.
Br Breeding
O Owner
B Breeder
J Jockey
T Trainer
S Sponsor
no
horse
1
COLOURS ON CANVAS (FR) (22) 4-10 D 5
11-12
DREADPOETSSOCIETY (IRE) (34) 0-0P
6
11-5
JUNKANOO (GB) (16) 222
7
11-5
MAKO OF THE GLADE (FR) (837) 34/-
6
11-5
GEARING’S POINT (GB) (9) 2
6
10-12
MASTER CHARTWELL (IRE) (40)
4
10-6
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Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Passion Francaise (FR) Harry Reed J O Mr J. Daniels Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T B Mrs Marie Illegems TIMEFORM VIEW Built on his debut promise in Ireland when making a successful start for this yard in 2m Lingfield novice hurdle in November. Well beaten in a C&D handicap since, though, and he’ll need an improved effort to give weight to Junkanoo here. Cheekpieces go on. TFR###!! BHA112
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Br B g Mahler - Deadly Pursuit (IRE) Rex Dingle J O A J Pegley Chris Gordon, Winchester T B Patrick Kent Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in 2 bumpers for Warren Greatrex in the first half of 2023 and pulled up on Fontwell hurdle debut for his new stable on Boxing Day. TFR##!!! BHA-
3
Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Bahamian Music (IRE) Caoilin Quinn (3) J O Jacobs Construction & Mr J Harley Gary Moore, Horsham T B Genesis Green Stud Ltd K M Elite Products Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 11.5f) and has taken well to hurdling, finishing runner-up on all 3 starts. Went down by only a nose in Kempton novice 16 days and this looks a good chance to go one better. TFR##### BHA123
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Br Ch g Masterstroke (USA) - Tachibana (USA) Charlie Deutsch J O MY RACING MANAGER FRIENDS - MAKO Venetia Williams, Hereford T B HARAS OF THE GLADE My Racing Manager Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when reaching the frame in 2 juvenile hurdles in France in autumn 2021 but it’s taken new connections over 2 years to get him to the track. TFR###!! BHA-
5
Br B m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Amahoro Brendan Powell J O Mr Shane Francis Sheena West, Lewes T B G Hedley & Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW In good form on the Flat last year, winning 4 handicaps around 1 1/2m. Showed an aptitude for hurdling when second of 8 in Fontwell maiden hurdle in August but the form is only modest. Ran respectably on AW Flat 9 days ago. TFR##!!! BHA-
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Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Springlike (IRE) David Noonan J O Mr P. B. Moorhead Gary Moore, Horsham T B Springlike Syndicate Patrick Moorhead Antiques S TIMEFORM VIEW Seemed to show a fair level of ability on his Flat debut but well below that level in 3 subsequent outings in that sphere, including for this yard at Lingfield last month. Junkanoo looks very much the stable first string. TFR#!!!! BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: PONCHO (FR) 5 11 5 Jamie Moore 5-6 (Gary Moore) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Stewards Note: MASTER CHARTWELL: Following its run on 20/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was restless and slowly away. Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Junkanoo (GB), 11-2 Colours On Canvas (FR), 7-1 Mako of The Glade (FR), 10-1 Gearing’s Point (GB), 20-1 Master Chartwell (IRE), 150-1 Dreadpoetssociety (IRE) This looks a good opportunity for JUNKANOO to get off the mark over hurdles. Lingfield-winner Colours On Canvas could be the one to follow Gary Moore’s PLAY SMARTER charge home unless the market vibes are positive surrounding the returning Mako of The Glade. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JUNKANOO 2.COLOURS ON CANVAS (FR) 3.MAKO OF THE GLADE (FR) 28
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THE BLUE BELL EMSWORTH GILOS 40TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Final) for four yrs old and upwards ¬ Total prize fund £17500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7068, 2nd £3533, 3rd £1768, 4th £884, 5th £441. (Penalty Value £9241.75)
3m 217y
FOURTH RACE 3.20
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Tizzard (8 wins from 36 runners, 22%) runs ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE Weightwatcher: HASTY PARISIAN won off a handicap mark of 107, his rating is now down 5lb to 102. Longest Traveller: LASSUE trained by F O’Brien, Cheltenham, 147 miles.
Br Breeding
O Owner
B Breeder
J Jockey
T Trainer
S Sponsor
no
horse
age
st-lb
1
DIESEL D’ALLIER (FR) (45) 4/0P-406
11
12-0
DOUGHMORE BAY (IRE) (73) F-120
6
11-13
ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE (GB) (44) U115-P5
6
11-13
LASSUE (GB) (33) 421/-133 BF
8
11-5
MONJULES (FR) (42) 112-320
6
11-4
HASTY PARISIAN (IRE) (23) 3-32F50
6
10-5
FOR GINA (GB) (69) 3-32121
6
10-2
Br Gr g Kap Rock (FR) - Iena d’Allier (FR) David Bass J O The French Link Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T B Mr Yves Maupoil Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Formerly a useful chaser on the cross-country circuit and posted his best effort for a while when sixth of 13 in such a race at Cheltenham last time. Well held first hurdles start since 2017 in a Warwick novice in October but he is on an attractive mark for his handicap debut in this sphere. TFR###!! BHA125
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Br B g Milan - Ross Bay (IRE) Joe Anderson (5) J O Mighty Acorn Stables Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T B Mrs Noeleen Roche Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start under Rules in 2 1/2m Worcester novice hurdle in May and good second in another novice there (23f, soft) in October. Had plenty go wrong when seventh of 20 in a Cheltenham handicap since and he remains capable of better. TFR##### BHA124
3
Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Belle De Londres (IRE) Brendan Powell J O Geoff Nicholas, Susan & John Waterworth Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T B Goldford Stud Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Scopey sort who raised her game when landing the EBF Mares’ Final at Newbury last March. Back on track when fifth of 10 in handicap at Cheltenham (20.2f, good to soft) last month and, with this step up in trip a potentially good move, she has to enter calculations. TFR####! BHA124
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Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Annie Fleetwood Jack Hogan (3) J O Mr Walid Marzouk Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B Mr Rupert Nuttall Bresbet S TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a winning handicap debut on the back of a lengthy absence at Chepstow (23.6f, soft) in October. TFR###!! BHA116 Solid efforts in defeat at Ascot and Kempton since, and she’s likely to be in the thick of things once again.
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Br B g Rajsaman (FR) - Equilibriste (IRE) Lorcan Murtagh J O Gallimore , Haring and Mitchell Harry Fry, Corscombe T B EARL Soc D’Entrainement P. Butel et al Grosvenor Sport S TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive for this yard last season, winning 3 handicap hurdles, and found just one too good on return here in November. (20.5f, good to soft) 6 weeks ago. No encouragement tried over fences last time but he could have a part to play back in this sphere. TFR###!! BHA115
6
Br Ch g Champs Elysees - Va’vite (IRE) Harry Reed J O The Hasty Parisian Partnership Anthony Charlton, Warminster T B Mrs D. Dewbery & Mrs B. Woodcock TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who was in the process of running his usual creditable race back from 4 months off when departing 2 out at Newton Abbot (21.6f, heavy) in October. However, he’s hard to make a case for based on his subsequent efforts. TFR#!!!! BHA102
7
Br B m Kayf Tara - United (GER) Bryony Frost J O Louise Kemble and J J W Wadham Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T B R. B. Holt Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’tdonemuchwrongsincesenthandicapping,notchinghersecondsuccessingoodstyleatFakenham(23.4f,soft)lasttime.Raised 8lb for that, plus she’s 3lb ‘wrong’ here, but her reliability counts for plenty and another bold show could be on the way. TFR###!! BHA96
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: JERRASH 6 11 11 Jamie Moore 5-1 (Gary Moore) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 7. Stewards Note: DOUGHMORE BAY: Following its run on 17/11/2023 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake at the 5th. ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE: Following its run on 16/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a loose horse.
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Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Doughmore Bay (IRE), 4-1 Lassue (GB), 9-2 Ilovethenightlife (GB), For Gina (GB), 7-1 Monjules (FR), 10-1 Diesel d’Allier (FR), 28-1 Hasty Parisian (IRE) While cases can be made for the majority of these, DOUGHMORE BAY is almost certainly the one with the greatest potential. He shaped better than the bare result on his handicap debut at Cheltenham and, granted better luck here, he could be the answer. Ilovethenightlife left the PLAY SMARTER impression that this stiffer test would be in her favour when putting in good late work over 2 1/2m on her latest start and she is feared most. Lassue and For Gina are also appealing. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DOUGHMORE BAY (IRE) 2.ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE 3.LASSUE
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for five yrs old and upwards ¬ Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
3m 1f 152y
FIFTH RACE 3.50
Leading course trainer (19-24): S Mullins (19 wins from 127 runners, 15%) runs MORFEE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs NO HUBS NO HOOBS Longest Traveller: GAME SOCKS trained by R Newland & J Ins, Droitwich, 167 miles.
Br Breeding
O Owner
B Breeder
J Jockey
T Trainer
S Sponsor
no
horse
age
st-lb
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SUBLIME HEIGHTS (IRE) (42) 112-P06 CD
8
12-0
MORFEE (IRE) (22) 11/-0212 C D BF
8
11-11
KADEX (FR) (41) PP-012P CD
6
11-7
GAME SOCKS (IRE) (34) 3/421-4P C D
8
11-6
NO HUBS NO HOOBS (IRE) (34) 1F33-22 BF8
11-5
BORN AT MIDNIGHT (GB) (333) 121P32- 9
10-7
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Corrag Lass (IRE) Kevin Brogan J O Andrew & Sarah Wates Toby Lawes, Beare Green T B J. W. George Lawmens Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW All 3 of his chase wins have been gained here, the latest in this race 12 months ago. However, he has failed to fire in a handful of appearances so far this season and needs to bounce back. TFR##!!! BHA113
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Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Ma Baker (IRE) James Best J O Mrs Ann Leftley Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Ronan Tynan We Do Vans S TIMEFORM VIEW Built on earlier promise to gan a first success over fences in a 23f handicap chase at Taunton last month. Failed by a whisker in his follow-up bid here (19.8f, good to soft) and he’s a big player now back up in trip. TFR##### BHA110
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Br B g Saddex - Califete Royale (FR) Bryony Frost J O The Sanguiners, Mrs G Redman & B Painter Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T B Mme Jocelyne Ventrou & Mr Guy Cherel Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles in France and put it together to land 4-runner handicap chase over C&D in October. Similar form when second at Fakenham next time but proved disappointing (jumped sketchily) when pulled up at that venue on latest start. TFR###!! BHA106
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Br Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Late Night Deed Cillin Leonard (5) J O Chris Stedman & Mark Albon Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T B J. & C. Jiggens Coulthursts Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at third attempt in this sphere in 6-runner handicap at Worcester (23f, good to soft) in June 2022. Well TFR##!!! BHA105 held both starts since returning from a lengthy absence last month, though, and he’s hard to warm to.
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Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Brandywell (IRE) Brendan Powell J O Mrs R. James Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T B Mr H. McDaid Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account at Wincanton in December 2022 and found just one too good when bidding to repeat the dose in this season’s renewal of the same race. Perhaps the first-time cheekpieces will help eke out a little more and, if so, he will be a danger to all. TFR####! BHA104
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Br B g Midnight Legend - Wavet Harry Kimber (3) J O Mr B. J. Goldsmith Bill Turner, Sherborne T B B. J. Goldsmith Collarways S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner last season and ended that campaign with solid placed efforts at Huntingdon and Ludlow, both at around 3m. Resumes on a career-high mark but should have a part to play if he’s ready to roll following an 11-month absence. TFR###!! BHA92
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: SUBLIME HEIGHTS (IRE) 7 11 6 Tom Cannon 9-2 (Toby Lawes) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4. Stewards Note: KADEX: Following its run on 19/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.GAME SOCKS: Following its run on 26/12/2023 it was reported that the horse never travelled. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Morfee (IRE), 5-2 No Hubs No Hoobs (IRE), 9-2 Born At Midnight (GB), 13-2 Kadex (FR), 16-1 Game Socks (IRE), 22-1 Sublime Heights (IRE) The vote goes to MORFEE, who was just touched off here earlier this month and a 3lb rise may not be enough to prevent him from getting his head back in front now returned to this trip. No Hubs No Hoobs arrives here on the back of a couple PLAY SMARTER of solid efforts and he looks the main threat, with Born At Midnight resuming from 11 months off and the other three all needing to bounce back. 38
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MORFEE (IRE) 2.NO HUBS NO HOOBS (IRE) 3.BORN AT MIDNIGHT
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THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN YOUR ODDS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) for four yrs old and upwards ¬ Total prize fund £7250 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2928, 2nd £1464, 3rd £732, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72)
1m 7f 195y
SIXTH RACE 4.20
Leading course trainer (19-24): G L Moore (51 wins from 329 runners, 16%) runs KOTARI and PRIVATORY and TARA ITI Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs KOTARI and PRIVATORY and TARA ITI Weightwatcher: RAY’S THE ONE won off a handicap mark of 107, his rating is now down 9lb to 98. Longest Traveller: MAN OF LIGHT trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 173 miles.
Br Breeding
O Owner
B Breeder
J Jockey
T Trainer
S Sponsor
no
horse
age
st-lb
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JIMMY BOY (IRE) (41) 3F6456
6
12-0
TARA ITI (GB) (42) 21U440 CD
6
11-12
RAY’S THE ONE (GB) (38) 13046-0
7
11-12
KOTARI (FR) (16) 550
5
11-11
HIGHLANDER CASSEUL (FR) (48) P3-4003 7
11-10
MAN OF LIGHT (FR) (679) 002303/-
7
11-9
MATEWAN (IRE) (802) 3300/-
9
11-5
FERRYBRIDGE (IRE) (37) 404531
6
11-5
Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Bing Lass (IRE) Lilly Pinchin J O Hasmonean Racing James Owen, Newmarket T B Martin Keating TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler in Ireland but well held all 3 outings for current yard, including in a first-time visor last time. Too soon to write off but hard to be confident about at present. TFR##!!! BHA100
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Br Ch g Sixties Icon - Royal Warranty Caoilin Quinn (3) J O Mark Albon and Gary Moore Gary Moore, Horsham T B Mr & Mrs C. Bonner K M Elite Products Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career-best display when adding to his tally at Fontwell in June. Has been underwhelming since but the handicapper continues to relinquish his grip. One of 3 runners for Gary Moore. TFR##!!! BHA98
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Br B g Mount Nelson - Tenpence James Best J O M I Pattinson Racing Mark Pattinson, Epsom T B Dullingham Park TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at Fontwell who also scored on AW Flat last summer. Well held at Ascot back hurdling just before Christmas but this is a slightly easier assignment. TFR###!! BHA98
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Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Kotama (FR) David Noonan J O Heart of the South Racing 134 Gary Moore, Horsham T B S.A. Aga Khan Heart Of The South Bloodstock S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. Comfortably held in 3 novices since switching to hurdles but appeals as one who could take off in handicaps. Has a first-time hood to hopefully help him settle better. Interesting, particularly if backed. TFR####! BHA97
5
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Lady Tsana (FR) David Bass J O The Plantation Racing Syndicate Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T B Mrs Sandrine Lebon & Mr David Berot Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-Irish maiden hurdler who made his first impact in Britain when third of 6 at Fontwell 48 days ago, leading for long way. Claims if he can build on that. TFR###!! BHA96
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Br Ch g Manduro (GER) - Pilgrim of Grace (FR) Sean Houlihan J O My Racing Manager Friends Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T B S.C.E.A. Ecurie de Montfort & K. Morice My Racing Manager S TIMEFORM VIEW Bangor maiden hurdle winner in May 2021 and twice placed in handicaps in November of that year. Has a 22-month absence to overcome but he’s been given a chance by the handicapper and returns with his yard among the winners. It will be interesting to see what the market has to say. TFR####! BHA95
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Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Cochin (USA) Harry Reed J O If only partnership Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T B Ringfort Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner. Below that level over hurdles for current yard in 2021, including well held in 2 handicaps. Has a long absence to overcome. Best watched unless the betting vibes are notably strong. TFR##!!! BHA91
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Br Ch g Valirann (FR) - Star Seventeen Jamie Gambin (10) J O Think Big Partnership James Owen, Newmarket T B Martin Moloney TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark when taking 8-runner handicap hurdle at Newcastle (17f, good to soft) under Jamie Gambin 37 days ago. Another bold show likely. TFR##### BHA91 42
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CLINTON LANE (GB) (23) P-P3500
6
11-2
GLANCE AT ME (GB) (34) 0122-1P CD
6
11-1
PRIVATORY (FR) (42) 4P5-066 D
6
11-1
GOOD LORD (GER) (81) 0-60
5
10-11
ONNAROLL (FR) (70) 5P2P54
6
10-2
QEYAADY (GB) (5) 000-5
6
10-2
Br Ch g Linda’s Lad - Midnight Seranade (IRE) James Davies J O Mr T. J. C. Seegar Mark Gillard, Sherborne T B Whitegate Stud Ascot Park Polo Club S TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to take a sizeable step forward when third in an 8-runner maiden at Wincanton in October but hasn’t been able to repeat that effort since, including in handicaps. Cheekpieces go on for the first time. TFR##!!! BHA88
10
Br B m Passing Glance - Marys Legend James Martin (7) J O Robert and Sandra Davenport Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton T B Mr R. & Mrs S. M. Davenport TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement in the first half of 2023, scoring at Lingfield and over C&D. Off 7 months before pulled up in handicap at Wincanton on Boxing Day, however, so needs to bounce back. TFR###!! BHA87
11
Br B g Motivator - Peinture Rose (USA) Aidan Weaver (10) J O Mrs E Avery & Mr G L Moore Gary Moore, Horsham T B Mr Jean-Pierre Dubois K M Elite Products Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m winner but below par last season and no sign of a revival this time round, albeit latest run can be forgiven (hampered). TFR##!!! BHA87
12
Br B g Lord of England (GER) - Good Harmony Gavin Sheehan J O Pury Racing Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T B Gestut Auenquelle Fairfax and Favor Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner over 11f from 3 starts on Flat in Germany. Yet to land a blow over hurdles but has hinted at ability and may do better now switching to handicaps. Has had wind surgery and sports a first-time tongue strap. TFR###!! BHA83
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Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Sainte Borgue (FR) Philip Armson (3) J O Heartful Racing Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T B Mr Bertrand Compignie Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Just poor form over hurdles, making a significant impact on only one occasion, and hard to make a strong case for him from 3lb out of the weights. TFR##!!! BHA71
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DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2023: INFERNO SACREE (FR) 5 9 13 Tom Buckley 5-1 (Nigel Hawke) 13 ran Hood worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 8, 13. Blinkers worn by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 12. Stewards Note: KOTARI: Following its run on 13/1/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free. MAN OF LIGHT: Following its run on 21/3/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. PRIVATORY: Following its run on 18/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a fallen rider. ONNAROLL: Following its run on 20/11/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Ferrybridge (IRE), 15-2 Man of Light (FR), 8-1 Kotari (FR), 9-1 Good Lord (GER), 10-1 Glance At Me (GB), 12-1 Tara Iti (GB), Highlander Casseul (FR), 18-1 Privatory (FR), 20-1 Matewan (IRE), 22-1 Jimmy Boy (IRE), Ray’s The One (GB), 33-1 Onnaroll (FR), 50-1 Clinton Lane (GB), Qeyaady (GB) FERRYBRIDGE did win quite a weak race at Newcastle but might have more to come now he’s up and running for James Owen. Kotari should be able to do something from this sort of mark judged on Flat ability and a market move for him would look significant. PLAY SMARTER Man of Light returns from a lay-off with his stable in good form and is another who could be a big player if the betting suggests he’s ready to roll. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FERRYBRIDGE (IRE) 2.KOTARI (FR) 3.MAN OF LIGHT (FR)
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Br B g Muhaarar - Starflower Angus Cheleda (5) J O Mr P. Wheatley Pat Phelan, Epsom T B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Modest at best on the Flat these days (fourth on AW last week) and has shown precious little to date over hurdles. Best watched from 7lb out of the handicap. TFR##!!! BHA67
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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.50 - THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 23rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 27th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 10lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Weatherbys have kindly sponsored this race and A memento will be presented to the winning owners. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 18 entries at £40. - Closed January 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.20 - THE weatherbysshop.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 23rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 27th. Penalties, after January 20th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Weatherbys have kindly sponsored this race and A memento will be presented to the winning owners. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries at £40. - Closed January 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.50 - THE VISIT IRISH BLOODSTOCK SALES WITH ITM NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, January 23rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 27th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. Irish Thoroughbred Marketing have kindly sponsored this race and A memento will be presented to the winning owners and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 15 entries at £40. - Closed January 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.20 - THE BLUE BELL EMSWORTH GILOS 40TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Final) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9241 to the winning horse The second to receive £4252, the third £2126, the fourth £1064 and the fifth £530. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £87 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £70 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 27th. Penalties, after January 20th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Friends and family of Thomas Giles Babb have kindly sponsored this race and A memento will be presented to the winning owners. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYERS HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Three Miles About Half A Furlong (3m 58yds) at Haydock Park on 30th March, 2024. 13 entries at £87. - Closed January 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7068; Second £3533; Third £1768; Fourth £884; Fifth £441. (Penalty Value £9241.75) SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL DAILY BET BOOST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 27th. Penalties, after January 20th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. William Hill have kindly agreed to sponsor this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owners. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £11 and 12 at £55. - Closed January 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights raised 2lbsand paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.20 - THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN YOUR ODDS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3828 to the winning horse The second to receive £1761, the third £880, the fourth £440 and the fifth £219. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 23rd and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 27th. Penalties, after January 20th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. William Hill have kindly sponsored this race and A memento will be presented to the winning owners. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 21 entries at £36. - Closed January 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. 46