Exeter Racecard - Friday 10th March

VIRGIN BET

AFTERNOON RACING

FRIDAY 10 MARCH 2023

Official Racecard £3

1 RATHROCKSCOURT (IRE) (23) U411F0

D 711-12

B g Kotashaan (FR) - Bourbon Belle (IRE) Hadden Frost (3)

Mr C. Brian

J. D. Frost, Buckfastleigh

L. Hanbidge Sponsor

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive 2009, winning 4 times, admittedly in lesser contests than this. However, well below form last 2 starts and, though might have needed last run, work to do off this mark. TFRHHIIIBHA115

RACECARD

1. FORM

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5. JOCKEY

Stewards

Thomas Evetts (Chief Steward), John Pearn (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Chris Hill, Kelly O’Boyle

Guy Upton

Starters

Sophia Upton & William Jordan

Judge

Guy Lewis

Clerk of the Scales

Robert Cuthbert

Veterinary Officer

Graham Potts

Medical Officers

Dr Tim Tilsley (SRMO)

Dr Joe Peoples (RMO)

Dr Simon Cope (RMO)

Veterinary Surgeons

Patrons

Ranulf Rayner & The Lord Clinton Chairman

Duncan Sykes

Past Chairmen

Tim Hale, Nick Vaux & Jeremy Colson

Race Committee

Non-Executive Directors

Guy Lavender, Marcus Longbottom, Richard Marker,Laura Claydon, Phil Greenman & Lee Glanville

Other Members

Geoffrey Billson, Tim Bourne, Polly Gundry & Tim Hailstone

General Manager & Safeguarding Lead

Jack Parkinson

Catering General Manager

Matt Morton Safety Officer

Tony Kaye, RVS David Seymour, RVS Teresa Cordovil

SRVS

Nurse

Rikki Davies

Clerk of the course & Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Daniel Cooper

Betting Ring Manager

Vicki Moore

Commentator

John Hunt

Auctioneers

Messrs Sawdye & Harris

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Melanie Sheppard, Mel Baker, Stuart Shilston, Lisa Cook

Jade Foyle

Operation & Events Executive

Megan Brickell

National Hospitality Sales Executive

Georgina Bennett

Marketing Executive

Lauren Thomas

Head Groundsman

Martin O’Hagan

Groundstaff

David Mackenzie, Neil Lumsden & Cameron Bradshaw

PR Officer

Megan Furse

Course Photographer

Matthew Webb

Virgin Bet Race Previews

1.50pm- Impose Toi set the standard here in this 2-mile maiden hurdle. The French recruit for Nicky Henderson was a close second last time out to Egbert and is expected to go one place better here today.

Knowwhentoholdem is an interesting alternative in this race for Milton Harris. The 8 year-old has not been seen on course since November 2021 but may be worth a market check after a 466 day absence.

2.25pm- Caspers Court looks the most solid horse in the Virgin Bet Handicap Hurdle ran over 2 miles 5 furlongs. He holds some good course form at Exeter and was a nice winner last time out at Wincanton. Ben Godfrey will take 3lbs off again today and the selection looks the most reliable on current form. Dark Duomo may be worth a market check on handicap debut for Philip Hobbs, getting the first time tongue tie and cheek pieces applied.

3.00pm- Sabrina (NAP) should be suited to this track. She was an impressive winner in her maiden hurdle race here and steps down today from class 2 to class 3 company. She looks the big danger here. American Sniper might be worth having another go with. He came very close to winning last time out at Newton Abbot off today’s same mark of 127 and today’s ground should also suit. Judicial Law is interesting now stepping back up to a longer trip. He probably found the 2 miles a bit on the sharp side last time out and seems to be more suited to a stamina test.

3.35pm- Red Dirt Road ran a good race over Christmas on heavy ground at Leicester. The better spring ground however may be more to his liking and is tipped today on handicap debut for the Jonjo O’Neill team. Shallow River disappointed last time out when going off 5/4 favourite in a Southwell handicap but was eye-catching in his Wincanton run on New Years Day before that poor run. He may be worth giving another chance after a 40 day break for Fergal O’Brien.

4.10pm- Top Weight Langley Hundred was pulled up in his last run but today’s better ground should suit the Philip Hobbs 6-year-old better Seymour Promise has been hitting the crossbar recently and remains a big danger in this race, still running off a mark of 94. Blue Shark is going for his 6th win on the bounce for Jonjo O’Neill. A mark of 105 sees him go in the weights and it’s possible the handicapper has caught up with him now

4.40pm- A tricky handicap to figure out. Flamenco De Kerser may be worth a market check having his first run back since having a wind-op Port Or Starboard may be returning to form after a good performance last time out at Taunton. Preference in this race however is for Gorcombe Moonshine who has shown previous signs of potential on better ground in December at Fontwell and a mark of 75 might see him go close today.

FIRST RACE 1.50

THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for maiden four yrs old and upwards R Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (10 wins from 37 runners, 27%) runs IMPOSE TOI Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs IMPOSE TOI Longest Traveller: ROCCOVANGO trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 159 miles.

1 IMPOSE TOI (FR) (63)

B g It’s Gino (GER) - Saraska d’Airy (FR) 5 11-5

J Nico de Boinville

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Mr John P. McManus

B Aurelien Hamm & Vanessa Frison

2 INCHESTER D’AMSYL (FR) (15)

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Virgine Place (FR) 5 11-5

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr A. F. Nolan

B S.A.R.L. Poulinieres.Com

S Wasdell Group

3 KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM (IRE) (466)

B or Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Definite Design (IRE) 8 11-5

J Mitchell Bastyan

T Milton Harris, Warminster

O Sutton Veny Racing Syndicate

B Michael and Fiona O’Connor

S Bresbet

4 ROCCOVANGO (IRE) (40)

Br g Ocovango - Nouveau Moulin (IRE) 7 11-5

J Fergus Gregory

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

O John Nicholls Racing

B William O’Keeffe

S Hunter Plastics Limited

5 ASIAN SPICE (GB) (303)

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Kim Tian Road (IRE) 5 10-12

J Bryony Frost

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh

O Mr Martin Hill

B Mr Martin & Mrs Rachel Hill

TFRHHHHH BHA-

FORM 11-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to useful hurdler/chaser Floueur and showed fairly useful form when winning both bumper starts in France for Mlle D. Mele Lost his unbeaten record sent hurdling with a tongue strap left off after 9 months off at Ludlow in January but still shaped well and looks potentially useful.

6Jan Lud 21f Hdl soft 2/15 Egbert 3/

Apr22 Lio 12f Stk - 1 Iskara (FR) 2l Mar22 Sau 16f Stk - 1 Ilpenseatoi (FR) 4l

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 02

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown a bit in a brace of novice hurdles but is likely to flourish at a later stage, most likely when stepping back up in trip in handicaps. 23Feb Hun 15f

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 13- D

TIMEFORM VIEW 58,000 Flemensfirth gelding. Ready winner of a Newton Abbot bumper on debut and ran at least as well in defeat when third at Ayr under a penalty next time Goes hurdling after a 15-month absence and market can guide

Nov21 Ayr 16f NHF gd-sf 3/11

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 32-035

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on first couple of outings in bumpers and showed promise sent hurdling on first outing since leaving M. M. Lynch after 8 months off, when a staying-on third at Haydock (15.6f) in December Upped in trip and went backwards at Southwell but a significant late error didn’t help

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 00-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 3 starts in bumpers so passed over making hurdling debut after a 10-month absence.

May22 Ntn 16f NHF good 11/13 Kiss My Lucky Egg 27l

Apr22 Exe 16f NHF good 10/13 Park This One (IRE) 35l

Mar22 Str 16f NHF good 10/10 Lightfoot Lady (IRE) 33l

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: OPERATION MANNA 6 11 6 Stan Sheppard 9-4 (Tom Lacey) 9 ran

Probable S.P’s: 4-9 Impose Toi (FR), 11-2 Roccovango (IRE), 13-2 Knowwhentoholdem (IRE), 14-1 Inchester d’Amsyl (FR), 150-1 Asian Spice (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

An excellent opportunity for dual-bumper winner IMPOSE TOI, who shaped well on his first try over hurdles when runner-up at Ludlow in January Roccovango is better judged on his Haydock third having made a bad mistake 3 out at Southwell last time and is preferred to the returning Knowwhentoholdem for forecast purposes.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IMPOSE TOI (FR) 2.ROCCOVANGO (IRE) 3.KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM (IRE)

SECOND RACE 2.25

THE VIRGIN BET BEST ODDS DAILY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards R Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Hobbs (33 wins from 217 runners, 15%) runs DARK DUOMO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Lacey (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs BEAN NORTY

Longest Traveller: BLACK LIGHTNING trained by G Howell, Tenbury Wells, 149 miles.

1

CASPERS COURT (IRE) (20)

Gr g Court Cave (IRE) - Kindle Ball (FR) 9 12-0

J Ben Godfrey (3)

T Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne

O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens

B Roy McMurray

S The Firehouse Somerset

2 VOYBURG (IRE) (74)

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Slevoy Ahoy (IRE) 7 11-10

J Kai Lenihan (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

O The Ten Sages

B The Joc Racing Team

S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

3

HILLSIN

(IRE) (17)

B g Hillstar - Mausin (IRE) 5

J Philip Armson (3)

T Claire Harris, Umberleigh

O Mr David Winzer

B Con O’Keeffe

S Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd

4 DARK DUOMO (IRE) (62)

B g Milan - Aroka (FR)

5 11-2

J Ben Jones E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Philip Hobbs, Minehead

O Louisville Syndicate

B P. Casey

S Philip Hobbs Racing

5 FORGET YOU NOT (FR) (113)

Ch g Smadoun (FR) - Baby Sitter (FR)

8 11-1

J James Best E Tongue Strap

T Jackie du Plessis, Saltash

O Mr Richard Charles Dodson

B GAEC Leviau

6 WEST ORCHARD (IRE) (32)

B g Westerner - Shellys Creek (IRE)

6 10-12

J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O ORCHARD RACING

B Mat Farrell

S Coral Racing Limited

7 DEMOTHI (IRE) (65)

B g Le Fou (IRE) - Tuscarora (IRE)

J Bryony Frost

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh

O Mr P. Tosh and Partner

B Liam Walsh

8 10-6

TFRHHHHI BHA100

FORM 323651 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Fontwell in June and mostly held his form since, resuming winning ways at Wincanton 3 weeks ago Should be in the mix again.

18Feb Wcn 21f HcpH good 1/9 Hititi (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA96

FORM 32-PUPP C

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler but has failed to complete all 4 starts this season, including tried over fences. Dec22

TFRHIIII BHA96

FORM P00040

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden for Gavin Cromwell and well held starting out for this yard at Taunton.

TFRHHHHH BHA88

FORM 0400

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in a bumper or a trio of starts over timber thus far, labouring early on in final circuit at Wincanton 62 days ago. However, longer trip may help now sent handicapping with headgear applied for powerful yard

16f Hdl good 4/10 American Sniper (IRE) 31l

TFRHHHII BHA87

FORM 4-55314 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who got back on scoreboard in 7-runner handicap chase at Exeter (19.2f, good) in October Not so good at Wincanton since and back over hurdles now.

Nov22 Wcn 20f HcpC good 4/5 Don Alvaro 16l

Oct22 Exe 19f HcpC gd-fm 1/7 Pens Man (IRE) 11/4l

Jul22 Str 19f HcpC good 3/9 Joly Maker (IRE) 4l

TFRHHHHI BHA84

FORM PP-444r

TIMEFORM VIEW Went like the best horse at the weights but also displayed a far less satisfactory side to his make-up when throwing it all away late on at Fontwell last month. Clearly capable off this sort of mark but comes with risks attached.

6Feb Fon 21f HcpH good O/13 My Ticketyboo (IRE) -

Dec22 Wcn 15f HcpH gd-sf 4/16 No No Tonic 16l

Nov22 Wcn 19f HcpH good 4/9 No No Tonic 101

TFRHIIII BHA78

FORM P64U-3P

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points but no better than modest form under Rules so far, pulling up in 21f Hereford handicap chase last time

4Jan

8 BEAN NORTY (GB) (67)

Gr m Malinas (GER) - Bouncing Bean

J Stan Sheppard

T Tom Lacey, Woolhope

O Ford Associated Racing Team

B Mrs Margaret J. Wilson

S Plusbac

9 HAZY DREAM (GB) (17)

Gr m Dream Eater (IRE) - Lily Potts

7 10-5

TFRHHHII BHA77

FORM 600

7 10-4

J Micheal Nolan E Hood

T Joe Tickle, Tiverton

O Duckhaven Stud

B C. J. Down

10 BLACK LIGHTNING (IRE) (79)

Br g Whitmore’s Conn (USA) - Annie May (IRE) 10

J Page Fuller E Blinkers

T Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

O Ms G. Howell

B Mr M. Daly S Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, NDS Equine Nutrition

11

INVINCIBLE DE MEE (FR) (29)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Koeur de Mee (FR) 5 10-2

J Alan Johns

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

O Oceans Racing

B Andre Pommerai

S Dragonbet, Tote

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Stewards Note:

TIMEFORM VIEW

Comfortably held in maiden/novice hurdles this autumn. Significantly up in trip on handicap debut.

2Jan

TFRHHIII BHA76

FORM 0/502-06

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler for Chris Down but well held both starts for this yard after 19 months off

TFRHHIII BHA76

FORM P00P30 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Market Rasen and Fontwell in the first half of 2021/22 campaign. Largely struggled since and while he performed with credit from 7lb out of the handicap at Ludlow last month, he was quickly back in the doldrums at Hereford.

Dec22

Nov22

TFRHHHII BHA71

FORM 0-30003

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in French bumpers but tailed off in 3 quick novice hurdle runs for new yard in December Did show a bit more switched to handicaps when third at Ffos Las last month, though that form doesn’t amount to much. 3lb out of the weights.

9Feb

WEST ORCHARD: Following its run on 6/2/2023 it was reported that the horse cocked its jaw and ran out.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Caspers Court (IRE), West Orchard (IRE), 17-2 Dark Duomo (IRE), 10-1 Forget You Not (FR), 14-1 Invincible de Mee (FR), 16-1 Voyburg (IRE), Bean Norty (GB), 28-1 Hazy Dream (GB), 33-1 Hillsin (IRE), 50-1 Demothi (IRE), Black Lightning (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

DARK DUOMO should do better now tackling staying handicap and is preferred to West Orchard, who snatched defeat from the jaws of victory at Fontwell. The likeable Caspers Court also needs considering. TIMEFORM

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THIRD RACE 3.00

THE VIRGIN BET FIVES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards

R Total prize fund £18000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7270, 2nd £3634, 3rd £1818, 4th £909, 5th £454. (Penalty Value £9505.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Nicholls (34 wins from 123 runners, 28%) runs SABRINA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runs SABRINA

Longest Traveller: JUDICIAL LAW trained by JO’Neill, Cheltenham, 133 miles.

1 AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) (7)

B g Malinas (GER) - Mountain Leap (IRE) 5 12-0

J Philip Armson (3) E Cheek Pieces

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Mrs Amanda Jeal

B George Doyle

S W & S Recycling

2 BRAZOS (USA) (43)

B g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Les Fazzani (IRE) 9 11-11

J Jamie Moore E Cheek Pieces

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd

B Gunpowder Farms LLC

S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

3 JUDICIAL LAW (IRE) (167)

B g Fame And Glory - Miss Overdrive

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mrs Gay Smith

B Michael Tobin

S Ashford Stud, Wasdell Group

4 SABRINA (IRE) (26)

B m Yeats (IRE) - En Vedette (FR)

6 11-8

TFRHHHHH BHA127 (+2)

FORM 1132P2

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a good attitude when winning first 2 completed starts over hurdles and just touched off on handicap bow at Taunton in January Again found just one too strong equipped with first-tiime cheekpieces in a Newbury novice (20.5f) last week and big player back in handicap company.

3Mar Nby 20f Hdl good 2/6 Twig 1l

1Feb Lei 20f Hdl soft P/6 Cuthbert Dibble (IRE) -

9Jan Tnt 19f HcpH soft 2/9 Forever William nk

TFRHIIII BHA124

FORM 2P-002P

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on low-key reappearance when runner-up off this mark on penultimate start at Cheltenham (3m). However, subsequent Gowran display left much to be desired and looks risky on debut for new yard

26Jan Gow 20f HcpH sf-hv P Bluebell Diva (IRE) -

Dec22 Chl 23f HcpH good 2/8 Captain Morgs (IRE) 7l

Nov22 Chl 21f HcpH good 9/18 Sweet Will (IRE) 12l

TFRHHHII BHA121

FORM 51513-0 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish bumper winner who landed a novice event and a 21f Ludlow handicap in this sphere last season. Ultimately well held back from a break at Market Rasen (16.6f) in September but possibilities back over a more suitable trip here, provided he’s ready to roll following another intermission.

Sep22 Mkt 16f HcpH good 8/12 Mandocello (FR) 21l

Apr22 Wcn 21f HcpH good 3/7 Neon Moon (IRE) 61/2l

Feb22 Lud 21f HcpH soft 1/11 Groom d’Oudairies (FR) 1/2l

TFRHHHII BHA120

FORM 3-22102 C

8 11-7

J Angus Cheleda (5) E Tongue Strap

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Owners Group 030

B Louis G. Vambeck

S Owners Group

5 GLADIATEUR ALLEN (FR) (14)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Une Epoque (FR) 7 11-6

J David Noonan E Tongue Strap

T Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

O Mrs Jane Williams

B Mr Bruno Vagne

S Culverhill Farm Racing

6 HITITI (FR) (20)

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Val’melodie (FR) 6 10-12

J Bryan Carver E Tongue Strap

T Robert Walford, Blandford

O Dr & Mrs John Millar

B Mr Ludovic Fleury et al

S Tote

7 IBERIO (GER) (70)

B g Kamsin (GER) - Imogen (GER) 6 10-10

J Micheal Nolan E Cheek Pieces

T Philip Hobbs, Minehead

O Brocade Racing

B Gestut Etzean

S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways returned to novice company in a mares’ event over 23f here in November Good second in a handicap back here last month and, though nudged up 2lb for that, she has to be taken seriously

TFRHHHII BHA119

FORM 046345 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to go on over fences but put in a good shift returned to this sphere when third at Ffos Las in January Excuses here upped to 23f last time (didn’t appear to get home having raced freely) and better expected back over a more suitable trip

24Feb

TFRHHHHI BHA111

FORM 1-U4342 C BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of handicaps at Fontwell and this course last term, and again performed well here when fourth of 13 back in this sphere on penultimate start. Just touched off upped to this trip at Wincanton since and another bold show anticipated.

18Feb Wcn 21f HcpH good 2/9 Caspers Court (IRE)

1Feb

TFRHHHII BHA109

FORM 611-225 BF

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TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved in cheekpieces once switched to handicaps last term, scoring twice over 19f at Taunton. Found just one too good on first 2 starts this season and needs considering back down in trip here having seemingly failed to stay 3m last time

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 American Sniper (IRE), 4-1 Hititi (FR), 9-2 Sabrina (IRE), 11-2 Iberio (GER), 7-1 Gladiateur Allen (FR), 17-2 Judicial Law (IRE), 28-1 Brazos (USA)

PLAY SMARTER

Strong cases can be made for the majority of these Preference is for AMERICAN SNIPER, who is officially 2lb ‘well-in’ on the back of a solid effort in a novice event at Newbury last week where he pulled miles clear of the rest with the useful winner, Twig. Judicial Law will be a threat if fully tuned-up following a break but the consistent Hititi, who proved that this trip is within his range when going close at Wincanton, is feared most. Gladiateur Allen is also accorded respect.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) 2.HITITI (FR) 3.JUDICIAL LAW (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 3.35

THE VIRGIN BET CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL MONEY

BACK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) for four yrs old and upwards R Total prize fund £11000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Pipe (22 wins from 181 runners, 12%) runs JILAIJONE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Pipe (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs JILAIJONE

Longest Travellers: AMERICAN GERRY & THUNDERCLAP trained by H Morrison, East Ilsley, 138 miles.

1

PAROS (FR) (73)

Ch g Masterstroke (USA) - Soft Blue (FR) 6 12-1

J Nico de Boinville E Hood

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Middleham Park Racing CXXV

B Al Moghtarah Bvba

S Middleham Park Racing

2 SHALLOW RIVER (IRE) (40)

B or Br g Ocovango - Nicola’s Girl (IRE) 7 12-0

J Liam Harrison (3)

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Mick Fitzgerald Racing Club

B Eric Barrett

S Bresbet

3 RED DIRT ROAD (IRE) (72)

B g Fame And Glory - Miss Otis Regrets (IRE) 6 11-11

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr D. W. N. Walker

B Mr Walter Connors

S Wasdell Group

4 AMERICAN GERRY (IRE) (25)

B g Americain (USA) - Hurricane Society (IRE) 7 11-10

J Mr Nathan Brennan (7)

T Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

O Mrs Margaret Geake

B Ms Deirdre Connolly

S Bridgend Hotel

5

ISSAM (FR) (29)

B g Nicaron (GER) - Venus de Re (FR) 5 11-9

J Jordan Nailor E Tongue Strap

T Tom Symonds, Hentland

O Lady Gibbings

B Yvon Madiot, Herve Tison & Pauline Tison

S Gun Dog Gin Ltd

6 THUNDERCLAP (IRE) (46)

B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Former Drama (USA) 5 11-4

J Charlie Deutsch

T Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

O Sir T. Pilkington & Mr R. A. Pilkington

B Ms Agathe Lebailly

S Bridgend Hotel

7 OPENING BID (GB) (27)

B g Native Ruler - Clifton Encore (USA) 8 11-3

J Bryan Carver E Hood

T Chris Down, Cullompton

O Mr T Hamlin and Mr J M Dare

B Mrs N. L. Naylor

S Woodwarm Stoves

TFRHHIII BHA121

FORM 4015/-PP

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form when winning twice in 2020/21 but he has been pulled up on both starts back from a long absence. Something to prove

Dec22 Kmp 16f HcpH soft P/14 No Ordinary Joe (IRE) -

Dec22 Hun 15f HcpH good P/10 Big Boy Bobby (IRE) -

Apr21 Ain 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/6 Monmiral (FR) 40l

TFRHHHII BHA120

FORM 3/411-2P BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who made a successful transition to hurdles at Huntingdon last January Chased home a progressive Irish raider on return at Wincanton and best excused (lost action) latest effort at Southwell.

29Jan Swl 20f HcpH good P/6 Clay Rogers (IRE) -

Dec22 Wcn 15f HcpH gd-sf 2/10 Filey Bay (IRE) 1l

Jan22 Hun 15f Hdl gd-sf 1/10 Big Boy Bobby (IRE) 31/

TFRHHHHH BHA117

FORM 1-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole start in Irish points and won 14-runner maiden hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft) on Rules debut in November Good second under a penalty at Leicester since and open to improvement on handicap debut after a break.

Dec22 Lei 15f Hdl heavy 2/13 Gardener (FR) nk

Nov22 Swl 15f Hdl good 1/14 Mrs Grimley (IRE) 11/

TFRHHHII BHA116

FORM 151-646 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Catterick maiden winner last February and added to his tally in handicap company at Kempton (2m) in April. Just respectable efforts at best this term.

13Feb Cat

good 6/9 Kavanaghs Cross (IRE) 83/4l

Dec22 Tnt 16f HcpH good 4/6 Amelia’s Dance (IRE) 13l

Nov22 Kmp 16f HcpH soft 6/6 Lightly Squeeze 21l

TFRHHHII BHA115

FORM 1P-10P2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a bumper and also successful twice over hurdles in France. Best effort for current connections when second at Ffos Las 29 days ago and he’s a player if able to build on it.

9Feb Fls 20f HcpH gd-sf 2/11 Bumpy Johnson (IRE) 23/4l

Dec22 Lei 15f HcpH heavy P/9 Playful Saint (FR) -

Nov22 Wet 16f HcpH good 7/9 Homme Public (FR) 16l

TFRHHHHI BHA110

FORM 604

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat and being brought along steadily in this sphere, fourth in a novice at Ffos Las on latest outing. Open to improvement switched to handicaps.

23Jan

TFRHHHHI BHA109

FORM 022P13 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Uttoxeter (15.8f) in December and added to a solid record at Warwick when third there last time Should give another good account.

11Feb

8 JILAIJONE (FR) (22)

B g Walzertakt (GER) - Alauda (FR)

4 11-1

J Philip Armson (3) E Tongue Strap

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Mr Samuel Sutton

B Pierre de Maleissye Melun

S Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd

FORM 531324

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-French hurdler who made a winning start for his new yard in 18f juvenile at Fontwell. Three good efforts since and looks well worthy of respect.

2022: HITITI (FR) 5 10 10 Stan Sheppard 5-2 (Robert Walford) 7 ran Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

PAROS: Following its run on 27/12/2022 it was reported that the horse resented the tacky ground.

SHALLOW RIVER: Following its run on 29/1/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its action.

AMERICAN GERRY: Following its run on 13/2/2023 it was reported that the horse would benefit from slower ground.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Red Dirt Road (IRE), 5-1 Thunderclap (IRE), 13-2 Opening Bid (GB), 7-1 Shallow River (IRE), Issam (FR), 15-2 Jilaijone (FR), 9-1 American Gerry (IRE), 22-1 Paros (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Winning-pointer RED DIRT ROAD has made a positive start under Rules and he’s worth a chance to defy an opening mark of 117 Thunderclap is another interesting handicap debutant and Opening Bid seems likely to put up another sound effort.

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for novice four yrs old and upwards R Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Hobbs (33 wins from 217 runners, 15%) runs LANGLEY HUNDRED

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Fergal O’Brien (2 wins from 30 runners, 7%) runs ARMCHAIR FARMER

Longest Travellers: BLUE SHARK trained by J O’Neill & ARMCHAIR FARMER trained by F O’Brienboth Cheltenham, 133 miles. JEN’S GEORGIE trained by S Drinkwater, Strensham, 133 miles.

1 LANGLEY HUNDRED (IRE) (69)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Theregoesthetruth (IRE) 6 12-0

J Elizabeth Gale (10) E Tongue Strap

T Philip Hobbs, Minehead

O The Englands and Heywoods

B Pius Collins

S Philip Hobbs Racing

2 SCAMALLACH LIATH (IRE) (93)

Gr g Shantou (USA) - Lady Cloudings (IRE) 6 12-0

J Tom Cannon

T Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn

O Mr & Mrs Norman

B Mr M. Hurley

S Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

3 ARMCHAIR FARMER (IRE) (91)

B g Brian Boru - Cobajay Lady (IRE)

J Connor Brace

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O P J King & Son

B Barry Murphy

S Barncastle Holiday Let

4 BLUE SHARK (IRE) (15)

7 11-11

E Tongue Strap

TFRHHHII BHA109

FORM 43-211P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved model late last year, off the mark over C&D in November prior to following up at Ludlow (23.8f) later that month. Not in anything like the same form at Warwick (26f) on New Year’s Eve but given a break ahead of this and bounce back distinctly possible

Dec22 War 26f HcpH soft P/13 Lord Snootie (IRE) -

Nov22 Lud 23f HcpH gd-sf 1/7 Farmer’s Gamble 41/4l

Nov22 Exe 23f HcpH good 1/7 Raddon Top (IRE) s.h

TFRHHHHI BHA109

FORM FP1-33 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has shaped with definite promise and like a stayer both starts over hurdles, pushed along before 2 out and keeping on well when third at Leicester (20.5f) in December

Increase in trip a plus now handicapping and there’s better to come

Dec22 Lei 20f Hdl soft 3/11 Grozni (FR) 3l

Nov22 Plm 20f Hdl gd-sf 3/12 Northern Poet (IRE) 43/4l

TFRHHHII BHA106

FORM 66-3212 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t achieve much in pair of bumpers (trained in Ireland initially) but displayed fair form over hurdles, justifying cramped odds when taking 3-runner Huntingdon maiden (25f) in November Similar form when second in 3-runner Doncaster handicap the following month.

Dec22 Don 24f HcpH good 2/3 The Kniphand (FR) 41/4l

Nov22 Hun 25f Hdl good 1/3 Ghostship (IRE) 14l

Jun22 Utt 23f Hdl good 2/5 Fountains Chief 2l

TFRHHHHH BHA105

FORM 011111

B g Shirocco (GER) - Meara Trasna (IRE) 6 11-10

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O The Ocean Partnership

B Mr Paul Archer

S Wasdell Group

5 SAM’S THE MAN (GB) (17)

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Blurred Lines (IRE) 6 11-1

J Conor Ring (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

O Berbillion & West Buckland Bloodstock

B C. G. Johnson

S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd, Tote

6 JEN’S GEORGIE (GB) (34)

Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Je Ne Sais Plus (FR) 8 11-1

J Danny Burton (5) E Tongue Strap

T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

O Glastonburys & On The Gallops 2

B Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

S Tote

7 SEYMOUR PROMISE (IRE) (14)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Loadsapromise (IRE) 7 10-13

J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Mr C. L. Tizzard

B R. McCarthy

S Coral Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Different proposition tackling trips at around 2 1/2m, bringing up the 5-timer at Huntingdon 15 days ago. Just kept up to work as he idled a little then and good chance he can be competitive again from 5lb higher mark.

23Feb Hun 20f HcpH good 1/11 Titanium Bullet (IRE) 3/4l

26Jan Wet 19f HcpH soft 1/16 Red Ochre 1/2l

Dec22 Fon 19f HcpH gd-sf 1/10 Kenny George nk

TFRHHIII BHA96

FORM 5-P36PP

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up plenty on reappearance effort when third at Chepstow (23.6f) in November but subsequent efforts not so inspiring, including when pulled up on yard debut at Taunton (19f) in January Comes here with a bit to prove

21Feb Tnt 19f HcpH good P/14 Almost Gotaway (IRE) -

23Jan Fls 23f HcpC soft P/10 Bobmahley (IRE) -

Nov22 Hay 24f HcpH soft 6/8 Theme Tune (IRE) 24l

TFRHHHII BHA96

FORM 0/202-P5

TIMEFORM VIEW Took her form up a notch when second in 2m 6f maiden hurdle at Wetherby (21.2f) 12 months ago Jumping let her down on return at Kelso but not really seen to best effect off a steady gallop when fifth in 6-runner Sandown handicap 5 weeks ago Eased in grade now.

4Feb San 19f HcpH gd-sf 5/6 Twin Power (IRE) 22l

Nov22 Kel 22f HcpH soft P/6 Miss Milano (IRE) -

Mar22 Wet 21f Hdl heavy 2/10 Shighness nk

TFRHHHHI BHA94

FORM 0P0-222

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the track 15 months but given a chance by the assessor and highlighted versatility in finishing runner-up in trio of handicaps from 2m-3 1/4m in recent weeks, no match for winner latest but well clear of remainder In with a shout off same mark.

24Feb War 26f HcpH good 2/11

8 KINGSMILL GIN (GB) (37)

B m Fair Mix (IRE) - Kingsmill Lake 10 10-2

J James Best

T Jackie du Plessis, Saltash

O Miss J. du Plessis

B Miss J. du Plessis

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHII BHA82 FORM 55-3U34

TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner (at 3 1/4m) who was far from disgraced tackling inadequate trip when fourth here (19.2f) 37 days ago This sort of test more suitable ahead of switch back to hurdling.

1Feb Exe 19f HcpC gd-sf 4/10 Lazy Sunday 8l

Dec22 Tnt 26f HcpC gd-sf 3/12 Leading Knight (IRE) 20l

Dec22 Wcn 26f HcpC gd-sf U/9 Born At Midnight -

2022: JUST A DIME (IRE) 6 11 1 Ben Jones 15-2 (Ben Clarke) 4 ran

LANGLEY HUNDRED: Following its run on 31/12/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Blue Shark (IRE), 9-2 Scamallach Liath (IRE), 11-2 Armchair Farmer (IRE), Seymour Promise (IRE), 7-1 Langley Hundred (IRE), 12-1 Kingsmill Gin (GB), 14-1 Jen’s Georgie (GB), 28-1 Sam’s The Man (GB)

A competitive handicap with the narrow vote in favour of BLUE SHARK. He’s proved a different proposition tackling trips at around 2 1/2m, completing a handicap 5-timer at Huntingdon 15 days ago and a 5lb higher mark may not be enough to prevent another bold showing now his stamina is tested further Handicap-debutant Scamallach Liath rates a likely improver up in trip and is feared, along with the in-form Seymour Promise TIMEFORM

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SIXTH RACE 4.40

THE VIRGIN BET DAILY MONEY BACK NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for novice four yrs old and upwards R Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): C Down (9 wins from 106 runners, 8%) runs BALLYGOE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Dr R Newland (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs JACKS ORCHARD

Longest Traveller: WELLS GLORY trained by J & S Best, Lewes, 187 miles.

1 LOOKING FOR LARRY (IRE) (17)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Tavira

J Sean Houlihan

T Tim Dennis, Bude

O Mrs Jill Dennis

B Mrs Jill Dennis

5 12-0

2 PORT OR STARBOARD (IRE) (17)

B g Epaulette (AUS) - Galley

6 12-0

J Robert Williams (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

O LLAND AF CWRW

B Barbara Prendergast

S Direct Freight Systems Ltd

3 MUTUAL RESPECT (IRE) (15)

B g Valirann (FR) - By Heavens (IRE)

7 11-13

J Sean O’Briain (7) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Billy Aprahamian, Towcester

O Hip Flask Racing (MR)

B J. F. Mernagh

S Fairfax and Favor Ltd

4 TALIMAR PEARL (FR) (31)

Gr g Martaline - Be A Good One (GER)

J Brendan Powell

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Mr D. R. Churches

5 11-13

B E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet et al

S Coral Racing Limited, Themes Incorporated Ltd

5 FLAMENCO DE KERSER (FR) (62)

B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Nouba de Kerser (FR)

J David Noonan

6

8 11-10

T Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum

O Sturminster Newton Building Supplies Ltd

B Mme Kerstin Drevet

S Sturminster Newton Building Supplies

CLAY (GB) (31)

B g Sixties Icon - Tamso (USA)

J Jack Quinlan

T Neil King, Burderop

5 11-4

O Davies,Govier,Govier,O’Callaghan&Brown

B The Rt Hon Lord Rothschild

S Bigmore Associates Ltd

7 WELLS GLORY (IRE) (306)

B g Fame And Glory - Annas Theatre

J Tom Cannon

T Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes

O Milldean Racing Syndicate

B R. McCurtin

7 11-3

TFRHIIII BHA100

FORM 21-P65

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in points at second attempt last spring but will need to step up markedly on what he’s shown in a trio of maiden hudles in order to play a leading role on this handicap debut.

21Feb

1Feb

TFRHHHII BHA100

FORM 42-6562

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get his head in front but hit the crossbar 4 times last season and did so once again when chasing home one who benefited from an enterprising ride at Taunton (19f) recently Drop back in trip no bad thing and should make his presence felt.

TFRHHHHH BHA99

FORM 03FF0U

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 16 attempts under Rules but almost certainly would’ve opened his account but for unseating at the second-last at Huntingdon (15.8f) recently Good chance he will gain compensation here, granted a clear round.

23Feb Hun 15f HcpH good U/12 Boundsy Boy -

Dec22 Utt

TFRHHIII BHA99

FORM 0-450

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability on first starts over hurdles but latest effort at Taunton wasn’t overly inspiring and needs to raise his game now pitched into a handicap

TFRHIIII BHA96

FORM 34F-PPP

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in 2 chases in the autumn and the outcome was the same returned to this sphere at Wincanton last time Since undergone a wind op and needs to bounce back in a major way

7Jan Wcn 15f HcpH gd-sf P/17 Force de Frap (FR) -

Nov22 Swl 15f HcpC good P/7 Captain Ivan (IRE)Nov22 Chp 16f HcpC gd-sf P/11 Saint Segal (FR) -

TFRHHHHI BHA90

FORM 06636

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat for Richard Hannon and improved when third of 17 on handicap debut in this sphere at Doncaster in January Proved something of a let-down at Taunton (19f) since but worth another chance back down in trip here.

TFRHHIII BHA89

FORM 123P-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who was placed on his first 2 starts over hurdles last season. However, he resumes here with a bit to prove having performed below-par at Plumpton when last seen 10 months ago

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8 PRINCE RHINEGOLD (IRE) (14)

B g Getaway (GER) - Water Rock

J Bryan Carver

T Linda Blackford, Tiverton

9

5 11-2

O Mrs D Robinson Mrs&Mrs Livesey-van Dorst

B Joseph and Anthony Smiddy

S Tote

BALLYGOE (IRE) (17)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Paradise Lily (IRE)

J James Davies

T Chris Down, Cullompton

O Paul and Valerie Holland

B Tommy James

S Woodwarm Stoves

10

JACKS ORCHARD (IRE) (39)

B or Br g Shantou (USA) - Royal Roxy (IRE)

J Charlie Hammond

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

O Mr W. Jones

B Edmond Kent

S Coulthursts Ltd

11

GIRANDOLE (FR) (15)

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Laber Ildut (IRE)

12

7 11-1

TFRHHHII BHA88

FORM 6-F01 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at promise on hurdling bow over C&D in November (fell last) and back on track when landing a 5-runner novice back here a fortnight ago That wasn’t much of a race but mark for this handicap debut looks fair and he’s one to consider

24Feb Exe 16f Hdl good 1/5 Tout Paris (FR) 5l

7Jan Wcn 15f Hdl gd-sf 15/18 Celtic Art (FR) 69l

Nov22 Exe 16f Hdl good F/15 Timeforatune -

TFRHHIII BHA87

FORM 0-5350P

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when making the frame first 2 starts over hurdles during 2021/22 campaign but he has struggled since venturing down the handicap route.

21Feb Tnt 19f HcpH good P/12 Professor Calculus -

Nov22 Chp 19f HcpH gd-sf 7/12 Our Bill’s Aunt (IRE) 25l

Oct22 Wor 20f HcpH good 5/15 Just Loose Change 15l

TFRHHIII BHA84

FORM 62-6P5

6 10-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points and, though yet to trouble the judge in a trio of appearances over hurdles, he’s one to note in the betting now handicapping off a lowly opening mark.

30Jan

5 10-7

J Jamie Brace (7) E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Mark Gillard, Sherborne

O Mr S. Garnett

B Bloodstock Agency Ltd

S Ascot Park Polo Club

ARMY OF ONE (GER) (132)

B m Kingston Hill - Auctorita (GER)

13

6 10-5

J Elizabeth Gale (7) E Tongue Strap

T Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater

O Mr M. A. Hunt

B Gestut Karlshof

S Teresa Davis Sporting Artist

GORCOMBE MOONSHINE (GB) (32)

B g Alqaahir (USA) - Seemma

14

6 10-3

J Angus Cheleda (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Robert Walford, Blandford

O Mr Phill Meaden

B Mr Phill Meaden S Gorcombe Extreme Sports

WATCHOUTITSCOOKIE (IRE) (17)

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Medimli (IRE)

5 10-2

J Tom Buckley (3) E Hood

T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

O Mr Russell Lane

B Philip Rothwell S Junction 24 Ltd

15 PRESGRAVE (IRE)

B g Camelot - Alamouna (IRE)

16

(17)

6 10-2

J Bryony Frost E Tongue Strap

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh

O Frost Racing Club

B Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud

S A S Trade Car Sales

TALLY’S SON (GB) (37)

B g Assertive - Talamahana

J James Best

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

O Paul & Ann de Weck

B Paul and Ann de Weck

S Tote

9 10-2

TFRHHIII BHA79

FORM U00040

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest at best on the Flat and, while he showed something in juvenile hurdles last season, his recent efforts have been uninspiring. 23Feb

TFRHIIII BHA77

FORM U/4405-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden under both codes and was firmly put in his place on latest run in this sphere at Warwick in October

Oct22 Wol 12f Hcp stand 6/10 Queen of Ipanema (IRE) 15l

good

TFRHHHII BHA75

FORM P-65266

TIMEFORM VIEW Found only one too good from out of the weights at Fontwell in December Below par both subsequent starts and now 0-9 over hurdles but certainly capable of a bold show off this reduced mark.

TFRHHHII BHA73 (-1)

FORM 600055

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded when recording good fifth placings in handicap hurdles at Market Rasen and Taunton (2m3f) last two starts. Will be of interest here if taking his chance.

TFRHHIII BHA73

FORM 0P6430

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who produced a solid effort when third of 15 at Taunton (19f) in November but was in nothing like the same form over that C&D last time 21Feb

TFRHHIII BHA68

FORM 000P//6P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Not a great strike rate on the Flat (1-42) and hasn’t shown much in a half-a-dozen appearances over hurdles. 1Feb

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DECLARED RUNNERS 16

2022: IMPERIAL JOE (IRE) 6 10 7 Sean Houlihan 2-1 (Tim Dennis) 14 ran

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5.

Stewards Note:

CLAY: Following its run on 7/2/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Mutual Respect (IRE), 13-2 Prince Rhinegold (IRE), 7-1 Port Or Starboard (IRE), 17-2 Clay (GB), 10-1 Gorcombe Moonshine (GB), 12-1 Watchoutitscookie (IRE), 16-1 Jacks Orchard (IRE), 18-1 Ballygoe (IRE), 20-1 Wells Glory (IRE), 22-1 Presgrave (IRE), 25-1 Talimar Pearl (FR), 28-1 Girandole (FR), 33-1 Looking For Larry (IRE), Army of One (GER), 50-1 Flamenco de Kerser (FR), 150-1 Tally’s Son (GB)

Though he needs to brush up on his jumping, MUTUAL RESPECT is clearly up to winning off this sort of mark judged on his latest effort at Huntingdon (probably would’ve won had he not unseated rider 2 out). He gets the nod ahead of Clay, who should appreciate returning to this trip after finding 19f too much of a test at Taunton. Recent C&D scorer Prince Rhinegold and Port Or Starboard are other likely players, while Jacks Orchard is worth a second look in the betting.

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.50 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 15 entries at £45. - Closed March 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.25 - THE VIRGIN BET BEST ODDS DAILY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb 20 entries at £45.Closed March 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE VIRGIN BET FIVES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9505 to the winning horse

The second to receive £4374, the third £2187, the fourth £1094 and the fifth £545. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb 11 entries, 1 at £18 and 10 at £90 - Closed March 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7270; Second £3634; Third £1818; Fourth £909; Fifth £454. (Penalty Value £9505.80) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.35 - THE VIRGIN BET CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL MONEY BACK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 14 entries, 1 at £10 and 13 at £50.Closed March 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.10 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY EXTRA PLACES NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 12 entries, 0 at £9 and 12 at £45. - Closed March 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.40 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY MONEY BACK NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 29 entries at £35. - Closed March 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

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