Exeter Racecard - Sunday 26th March

AFTERNOON RACING

SUNDAY 26 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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- =New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

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

F = Horse fell

U = Rider unseated

R = Horse refused to race

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

B = Horse was brought down

S = Horse slipped

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

d = Disqualified

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5. JOCKEY

Stewards

Thomas Evetts (Chief Steward), George Welch (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Milly Bersey, Fergus Sweeney, Beth Dowswell

Starters

Peter Hickman, Wayne Hutchinson

Judge

Guy Lewis

Clerk of the Scales

Robert Cuthbert

Veterinary Officer

David Freeman

Medical Officers

Dr Mark Epps (SRMO)

Dr Joe Peoples (RMO)

Dr Tim Tilsley (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

SRVS

Nurse

Tony Kaye, RVS

Andrew Hill, RVS Teresa Cordovil

Rikki Davies

Clerk of the course & Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Daniel Cooper

Betting Ring Manager

Will Sherwood

Commentator

Mike Cattermole

Auctioneers

Messrs Sawdye & Harris

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Steve Fox, Thomas McKevitt, Kelly McSorley, Stuart Shilston

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

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FIRST RACE 2.07

THE HARCOMBE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Pipe (22 wins from 183 runners, 12%) runs KEPAGGE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S Thomas (4 wins from 12 runners, 33%) runs SPONTHUS

Longest Traveller: ISSAM trained by T Symonds, Hentland, 127 miles.

1

KEPAGGE (IRE) (21)

B g Getaway (GER) - Miracle Lady

9 12-0

J Fergus Gillard (3) E Visor, Tongue Strap

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Mrs Sarah Ling

B Gareth Adair

S W & S Recycling

2

ISSAM (FR) (16)

B g Nicaron (GER) - Venus de Re (FR)

5 11-12

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

3 SPONTHUS (FR) (90)

B g Alianthus (GER) - Pavane du Kalon (FR)

J Sam Twiston-Davies

T Sam Thomas, Cardiff

O Walters Plant Hire Ltd

B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Raoult Philippe

4 PILSDON PEN

B g Helmet (AUS) - Bisou

8 11-11

TFRHHHII BHA117

FORM 0/-63501 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in a change of headgear (visored) in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Up 5lb but always holding on there so ought to be in the shake-up again.

5Mar

TFRHHHHI BHA115

FORM P-10P22

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over hurdles in France and in good form for his current yard, runner-up in 2m handicap here 16 days ago. Not taken lightly stepping up in trip off an unchanged mark.

TFRHHIII BHA114

FORM 320/2/-20

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on hurdles debut and shaped well after more than 2 years off when filling the same position at Chepstow on return. Perhaps feeling the effects when down the field at Huntingdon last time, though opening mark still looks on stiff side

(GB) (14)

6 11-3

J Rex Dingle E Cheek Pieces

T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

O Mr Darren Langley

B Highbury Stud Ltd

S Brendon Powerwashers

5 SAINTEMILION (FR) (727)

B g Diamond Green (FR) - Matakana (FR) 10 10-12

J Bryony Frost E Tongue Strap

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh

O Mr J. D. Frost

B Mr Jean-Denis Salvert

S A S Trade Car Sales

6 PEDLEY WOOD (IRE)

B g Westerner - Rosin de Beau (IRE)

J Brendan Powell

(28)

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

6 10-9

O Messenger Family and John Reed

B T. Hanley

S Coral Racing Limited

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRHHHHI BHA106

FORM 212-133 C BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat but bagged his third success over hurdles at Exeter in November Good third since at Plumpton and Warwick (first-time cheekpieces) so he needs considering with headgear retained.

TFRHHIII BHA101

FORM 6244/06/- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing on the whole for Paul Nicholls after his Exeter chase success in March 2019 and no obvious promise in two runs for his new stable in early 2021. Has plenty to prove on his comeback run.

Mar21 Wcn 20f HcpC good 6/9 Kauto The King (FR) 22l

Mar21 Nby 16f HcpC good 7/8 Editeur du Gite (FR) 35l

Feb20 Wcn 20f HcpC soft 4/4 Admiral’s Secret 29l

TFRHHHHH BHA98

FORM 1-65U2

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted much his best effort when second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (21.7f, good) 28 days ago. Expected to be bang there off the same mark. 26Feb

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Pilsdon Pen (GB), Pedley Wood (IRE), 4-1 Kepagge (IRE), 5-1 Issam (FR), 11-1 Sponthus (FR), 25-1 Saintemilion (FR)

PEDLEY WOOD took a sizeable step forward on his handicap debut when second at Hereford and can race off the same mark here so is taken to open his account. Pilsdon Pen is enjoying a good season and rated second best ahead of Issam who is another weighted to have a say.

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PLAY SMARTER

SECOND RACE 2.42

THE WATCH IRISH RACING ON RACINGTV NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

Leading course trainer (17-22): Venetia Williams (13 wins from 87 runners, 15%) runs VICTTORINO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Hawke (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs BRING THE ACTION

Longest Traveller: VICTTORINO trained by Venetia Williams, Hereford, 137 miles.

1

BRING THE ACTION (IRE) (59)

B g Jet Away - Lady Firefly (IRE)

7 11-2

J Tom Buckley (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

O Exors of the Late Ms C. Holmes-Elliott

B M. O’Gorman & J. Dobbs

S Jubilee Inn

2

BUCKHORN ROCCO (GB) (30)

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B M. M. Hooker

3 JILL’S MEMORY (GB) (78)

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4

J Harry Kimber (3)

T Robert Walford, Blandford

O R. Walford

B A. J. M. Trowbridge

MARTY BYRDE (GB) (36)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Dancing Emily (IRE)

J Connor Brace

T John Flint, Bridgend

O Burnham P & D Ltd

B Burnham P & D Ltd

7 11-2

TFRHHIII BHA105

FORM 154-25F BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came in Wetherby handicap chase (24.2f) early in 2022 and last seen when coming down halfway in same contest this term. Bit to prove returned to hurdling.

26Jan

TFRHHHHH BHA117

FORM 5/16-242 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has made the frame in 3 novice hurdles this winter, latest when second of 4 at this course (18.5f, good) 30 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Step up in trip looks a good move

TFRHIIII BHA-

FORM P

TIMEFORM VIEW Went with little encouragement when pulled up in Wincanton novice hurdle on debut in January

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 523-056

6 11-2

S Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd

5 TZUNAMI (GB) (27)

Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Kylenoe Fairy (IRE) 7 11-2

J Nick Scholfield E Blinkers

T Paul Henderson, Whitsbury

O Mr Ed Hawkings

B Bramdean Breeders Partnership

S Specialist Audio Company Limited

6

VICTTORINO (FR) (162)

B g It’s Gino (GER) - Victtorie (FR)

J Charlie Deutsch

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O Martians Racing

5 11-2

B Jean-Paul & Marie-Odile Deshayes

S Spillers Horse Feeds

7 YGGDRASIL (FR) (19)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Margerie (FR)

6 11-2

J David Noonan E Cheek Pieces

T Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

O John White & Anne Underhill

B Mr Louis Fagalde

S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers but hasn’t reached that level yet over hurdles and was reportedly lame after latest run at Ascot.

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 640/-00

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in bumpers during 2020/21 campaign but well held both starts over hurdles in recent weeks since returning from lengthy absence. Tried in blinkers now.

TFRHHHHI BHA133

FORM 12-1250 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser in France, scoring twice at up to 21 9f last year Starts his UK career over hurdles and it will be interesting to see how he shapes in the market.

Oct22 Aut 22f Ch hold 7 Diamond Carl (FR) 29l

Sep22 Aut 22f Ch soft 5/9 Diamond Carl (FR) 14l

Jun22 Aut 22f Ch soft 2 Diamond Carl (FR) 14l

TFRHHHII BHA112

FORM 11-36P2

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who improved for switch to chasing last season, gaining third success at Hereford last March. Not been in same form this term, however, including when distant second back in this sphere at Sandown (16f) 19 days ago but he may do better now returned to this longer trip

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Stewards Note:

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

MARTY BYRDE: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse finished lame

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Buckhorn Rocco (GB), 5-2 Victtorino (FR), 5-1 Yggdrasil (FR), 8-1 Bring The Action (IRE), 18-1 Marty Byrde (GB), 300-1 Jill’s Memory (GB), Tzunami (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

This stiffer test of stamina will suit BUCKHORN ROCCO and he is taken to get off the mark at the fourth time of asking over timber French-import Victtorino is much respected on debut for Venetia Williams, whilst Yggdrasil can also make his presence felt.

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THIRD RACE 3.17

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MARES’

HANDICAP STEEPLE

CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards mares x 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 & J White (33 wins from 220 runners, 15%) runs HEAD AND HEART

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Venetia Williams (3 wins from 45 runners, 7%) runs STANLEY STANLEY

Weightwatcher: WIND TOR won off a handicap mark of 94, her rating is now down 13lb to 81.

Longest Traveller: RIVER TYNE trained by N Gifford, Findon, 165 miles.

1

MERRY MISTRESS (IRE) (24)

Br m Getaway (GER) - Merry Missed (IRE)

J Tom Bellamy

T David Dennis, Banbury

O Mr G. Saville

B Leonard H. MacMahon

S DD Racing Ltd

2

STANLEY STANLEY (GB) (59)

B m Camelot - Seaham Hall

J Harry Bannister

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O Ms Sharon Kinsella

B Seasons Holidays PLC

S Faucets Limited

7 12-1

E Visor

6 11-13

3 HEAD AND HEART (GB) (142)

B m Mount Nelson - Don’t Stop Me Now (FR)

J Micheal Nolan

6 11-11

E Hood

T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

O Mr Liam Quinn

B Mr Harry Dutfield

S Philip Hobbs Racing

4

RIVER TYNE (GB) (13)

B m Geordieland (FR) - Not Now Nellie 8 11-4

J James Davies

T Nick Gifford, Findon

O Mr T Allan and Mrs H Allan

B Allan Munnis

S Avtrade Limited

5 HAVANELLA (FR) (34)

B m Saddler Maker (IRE) - Kavalle (FR)

6 10-8

J Brendan Powell E Cheek Pieces

T Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn

O The 4 Musketeers

B Mr Andre Jean Quesny

S Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

6 WIND TOR (GB) (10)

B m Midnight Legend - Flowing On 11 10-4

J Rex Dingle

T Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary

O The Group of Otters

B S. W. Maundrell Ltd

7 KINGSMILL GIN (GB) (16)

B m Fair Mix (IRE) - Kingsmill Lake 10 10-3

J James Best

T Jackie du Plessis, Saltash

O Miss J. du Plessis

B Miss J. du Plessis

TFRHHHII BHA106

FORM U24334

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles who has matched that form without convincing with her application in a couple of starts over fences, soon off bridle before sticking at it again when fourth at Ludlow (20f) earlier this month. Visor enlisted on back of a wind op 2Mar

TFRHHHHI BHA104

FORM 5/0211-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Went the right way in handicap hurdles for Paul Nicholls during summer 2021 and encouraging she could run well for a long way (on back of lengthy absence) when fourth on belated return/chase debut at Wetherby (19.4f) in January Entitled to improve on that here.

TFRHHHII BHA102

FORM 26263-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on 2 of her 3 starts in mares’ novice hurdles during 2021/22 at around 21f Never figured from stiff opening mark on return/handicap debut at Exeter (21.6f) in November Market should prove a useful guide now attentions are switched to chasing.

Nov22 Exe 21f HcpH good 8/15 The Height of Fame 15l

Feb22 Wcn 21f Hdl gd-sf 3/8 Plenty of Time (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA95

FORM 6-34222 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who is progressing gradually over fences, not jumping fluently but no faulting her attitude when runner-up at Plumpton (25.7f) 2 weeks ago Mark has crept back up but she should get involved again.

TFRHHHII BHA85

FORM 654-0P4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who pretty much matched her modest hurdles form at third attempt over fences when 8 lengths fourth at Lingfield (23.5f) 5 weeks ago Mark has eased further 1lb ahead of this but she needs to pull out more to play a lead role here.

20Feb

TFRHHIII BHA81

FORM 5-3066P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of C&D handicaps 12 months ago (including this race) but she doesn’t come here in anything like the same groove, tailed off long way out and pulled up at Hexham (3m) 10 days ago

16Mar Hex 24f HcpC heavy P/13 Kildrum (IRE) -

25Feb Chp 26f HcpC good 6/14 Ali Star Bert 34l

31Jan Fls 25f HcpC soft 6/11 Flowing Cadenza 23l

TFRHHHII BHA80

FORM 5-3U345

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest chase winner (at 3 1/4m) who was far from disgraced tackling inadequate trip when fourth over inadequate 19f trip here in February Below form back over hurdles here (23f) 16 days ago but she’s certainly no forlorn hope back over fences from a career-low mark.

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8 YA KNOW YASEFF (IRE) (21)

Ch m Jet Away - Back To Cloghoge (IRE)

6 10-2

J Jack Tudor E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Mr Aidan J. Ryan

B Mr F. Whelan

S W & S Recycling

9 FIREFLY LANE (IRE) (22)

B m Milan - More Equity

7 10-2

J Bryony Frost E Tongue Strap

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh

O Firefly Racing

B Mr Paddy Kinsella

S A S Trade Car Sales

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1.

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHII BHA77

FORM 0002UU D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in Irish points. Made much more impact than previously over hurdles when runner-up under a positive ride at Fakenham 3 starts back. Failed to complete both starts over fences to date but she isn’t handicapped out of things judged on latest run.

5Mar Hun 23f HcpC good U/7 Le Tueur (IRE) -

16Feb Lei 20f HcpC good U/7 C’Est Quelqu’un (FR) -

2Feb Fkn 23f HcpH good 2/9 Dev of Tara (IRE) 2l

TFRHHIII BHA64

FORM 12UP32 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact both starts in bumpers/trio of novice/maiden hurdles and no upturn for switch to handicaps when pulled up at Taunton (23.9f) 12 months ago Absent subsequently and no easy task on her hands now chasing from long way out of the weights.

Mar22 Tnt 23f HcpH soft P/15 My Last Oscar (IRE) -

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

MERRY MISTRESS: Following its run on 2/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 River Tyne (GB), 4-1 Stanley Stanley (GB), 11-2 Ya Know Yaseff (IRE), 6-1 Merry Mistress (IRE), 8-1 Kingsmill Gin (GB), 12-1 Head And Heart (GB), 14-1 Havanella (FR), 16-1 Wind Tor (GB), 33-1 Firefly Lane (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

RIVER TYNE remains unexposed as a stayer and again ran well to finish runner-up for the third consecutive start over fences at Plumpton 2 weeks ago, so a repeat should see her go well again. Stanley Stanley is one of the least exposed and can also figure with progress anticipated. Ya Know Yaseff is also not one to be writing off

FOURTH RACE 3.52

THE DEVON STAYERS

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £19000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7674, 2nd £3836, 3rd £1919, 4th £960, 5th £479 (Penalty Value £10033.90)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Pipe (22 wins from 183 runners, 12%) runs GWENCILY BERBAS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Twiston-Davies (5 wins from 26 runners, 19%) runs POPPA POUTINE

Weightwatcher: SAMUEL JACKSON won off a handicap mark of 123, his rating is now down 8lb to 115.

Longest Traveller: CYCLOP trained by David Dennis, Banbury, 158 miles.

1 REVELS HILL (IRE) (36)

B g Mahler - Chlolo Supreme (IRE)

8 12-0

J Nick Scholfield E Cheek Pieces

T Harry Fry, Corscombe

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates-Revels Hil

B Mrs Kay Cottrell

S Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

2

CYCLOP (IRE) (22)

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Tasmani (FR)

12 11-11

J Ned Fox (7) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T David Dennis, Banbury

O DD Racing & Professor L P Hardwick

B John Fallon

S DD Racing Ltd

3 COOLVALLA (IRE) (12)

B g Westerner - Valleyboggan (IRE)

7 11-9

J Rex Dingle E Cheek Pieces

T Chris Gordon, Winchester

O Mr L. Gilbert

B Mrs O. O’Leary Lucey

S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

4 COPPERHEAD (GB) (52)

Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - How’s Business

9 11-6

J Brendan Powell E Cheek Pieces

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Mrs G. C. Pritchard

B R. and J. Micklethwait

S Coral Racing Limited

5 POPPA POUTINE (IRE) (38)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sherchanceit (IRE)

7 11-6

J Sam Twiston-Davies E Tongue Strap

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O Options O Syndicate

B Mrs Mary O’Connor

S Options Energy Services Ltd

6 YOUNG BULL (IRE) (86)

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Jane Hall (IRE) 9 11-2

J Sean Bowen E Cheek Pieces

T Harry Whittington, Sparsholt

O Nash & Webb

B Ms A. J. Fox

S Webbswood

7 PONTRESINA

(IRE) (6)

B g Milan - Gilt Benefit (IRE) 10 11-1

J Ellis Collier (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Ben Lund, Bridgwater

O Ben Lund Racing Club

B Mr Ray Martin

TFRHHHHH BHA135

FORM U11-243

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with back-to-back wins in staying handicaps at Taunton and creditable in frame efforts all 3 starts this term, finding the test inadequate when third in first-time cheekpieces at Ascot (23.8f) just over 5 weeks ago Big player back up in trip

18Feb

TFRHHHII BHA132

FORM 33P411 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple winner over hurdles/fences during 2020/21 and has rediscovered his shooting boots returned to veterans’ company of late, scoring at Musselburgh (3m) and over 3 1/4m at Newbury the last twice. Could feature nudged up just 2lb Engaged 5.00 Newbury Saturday.

TFRHHHHI BHA130

FORM 5-1111P

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who has improved markedly for switch to chasing, completing 4-timer at Fontwell (27.7f) in January, in command when forging clear from 3 out. Not up to task in National Hunt Chase at Cheltenham (29.9f) but this a much more realistic assignment.

14Mar Chl 29f Ch soft P/10 Gaillard du Mesnil (FR) -

29Jan Fon 27f HcpC gd-sf 1/8 Colonel Keating (IRE) 17l

Dec22 Fon 25f HcpC soft 1/9 Jeffery’s Cross (IRE) 19l

TFRHHIII BHA127

FORM 0/P-U546 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 novice chase winner in early-2020 His career has been rather disappointing since though, faring little better back chasing in cheekpieces (retained) at Wincanton (25f) early last month.

2Feb Wcn 25f HcpC gd-sf 6/14 Certainly Red 17l

Dec22 Wcn 24f HcpH gd-sf 4/11 Steal A March 21l

Dec22 San 23f HcpH soft 5/11 Dolphin Square (IRE) 20l

TFRHHHII BHA127

FORM 4-35240

TIMEFORM VIEW Edged out at Haydock in November and ran at least as well in a stronger event when fourth at Cheltenham (26.3f) on New Year’s Day. Let down by jumping when tailed-off last at Sandown (24.2f) last month but can get back on track returned to this marathon trip

16Feb San 24f HcpC good 7/7 Stumptown (IRE) 44l

1Jan Chl 26f HcpC soft 4/11 Rapper 11l

Nov22 Hay 28f HcpC soft 2/9 No Cruise Yet hd

TFRHHHHI BHA123

FORM 2/32/34-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to add to his 3 hurdling wins (in 2019) in this sphere but he resumed after 10 months off with a creditable third in 2m6f Haydock handicap in December Cheekpieces go on now and not entirely dismissed trying a marathon trip for the first time

Dec22 Hay 21f HcpC soft 3/11 Easy As That (IRE) 15l

Mar22 Utt 24f HcpC soft 4/7 Saint Palais (FR) 7l

Feb22 Nby 22f HcpC soft 3/6 Nestor Park (FR) 17l

TFRHIIII BHA122

FORM F/2U3-P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t stood much racing since joining this yard from Oliver Sherwood and failed to come on for his recent run sporting first-time cheekpieces at Taunton (19f) last week. He’s a better chaser but has plenty to prove at present.

8 GWENCILY BERBAS (FR) (20)

B g Nickname (FR) - Lesorial (FR)

12 10-12

J Jack Tudor E Blinkers

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Mr Aidan J. Ryan

B Mlle Lily-Rose Bernabe

S W & S Recycling

9 FAVORI DE SIVOLA (FR) (30)

B g Noroit (GER) - Suave de Sivola (FR)

8 10-11

J David Noonan E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

O John White & Anne Underhill

B Gilles Trapenard, C. G. Chambery et al

10 SAMUEL JACKSON (GB) (14)

B g Alflora (IRE) - Primitive Quest

11 10-8

J Micheal Nolan E Cheek Pieces

T Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren

O R Mitford-Slade & Lucy Johnson

B Mrs Lucy Fielding-Johnson

S Pontispool Equine Sports Centre

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

TFRHHHII BHA119

FORM 564513 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Isn’t the force of old but he’d become well handicapped (11lb below last winning mark) and opened his account for the season in Devon National over C&D last month. Found things tougher just 10 days later at Wetherby and probably now too high in the weights.

6Mar Wet 30f HcpC good 3/5 Your Own Story (IRE) 14l

24Feb Exe 30f HcpC good 1/8 The Macon Lugnatic 21/2l

7Feb Mkt 23f HcpC gd-sf 5/6 African Dance (IRE) 11l

TFRHHIII BHA118

FORM 53-4106 CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over C&D in December but added to a patchy record when well held on his last couple of outings, tailed-off in Devon National over C&D last month. Temperament is now under suspicion, so percentage call is to look elsewhere.

24Feb Exe 30f HcpC good 6/8 Gwencily Berbas (FR) 37l

10Jan

TFRHHHII BHA115

FORM 4P-3P3P CD

4l

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 2021 Devon National and has run with credit when third over 3m at Bangor (chase) and back at this venue (hurdles) this winter Needs to leave a poor effort behind at Warwick (29.2f, soft) a fortnight ago but return to this track is at lease a small plus.

12Mar War 29f HcpC soft P/10 Volcano (FR) -

1Feb Exe 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/11 Farmer’s Gamble 16l

Dec22 Hay 28f HcpC soft P/12 All About Joe (IRE) -

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Revels Hill (IRE), 6-1 Cyclop (IRE), 13-2 Young Bull (IRE), 15-2 Coolvalla (IRE), 8-1 Gwencily Berbas (FR), 12-1 Poppa Poutine (IRE), Favori de Sivola (FR), 14-1 Copperhead (GB), 16-1 Samuel Jackson (GB), 66-1 Pontresina (IRE)

This return to a marathon trip should be right up REVELS HILL’s street so Harry Fry’s 8-y-o is fancied to notch a third success over the larger obstacles. Young Bull has seemingly been hard to train but he may emerge as the main threat having shaped as though he’s sure to relish this extreme test, with Coolvalla and Poppa Poutine a couple of each-way alternatives.

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FIFTH RACE 4.27

THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES COMPANY LTD NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £5000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2159, 2nd £1080, 3rd £540, 4th £270, 5th £135. (Penalty Value £2483.50) Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Heard (2 wins from 3 runners, 67%) runs

SINGAPORE SAGA

Longest Traveller: VIROFLAY trained by Ms Nicholls, Kingston Lisle, 136 miles.

1 BROADCLYST (IRE) (15)

B g Ask - Broadcast

11 11-12

J Miss Pippa Glanville (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Mrs L. Glanville, Holbeton

O Mrs L. Glanville

H East Devon

2 ELLIPSISM (IRE) (22)

B g So You Think (NZ) - Asteya (IRE)

8 11-12

J Miss Heidi Stevens (7) E Cheek Pieces

T J. Veysey, Cullompton

O Mr J. Veysey

H Silverton

3 MINIMALISTIC (IRE) (22)

B g Definite Article - Grangeclare Star (IRE) 11 11-12

J Mr Freddie Gordon (3) E Tongue Strap

T Mrs S. Darke, Kingsbridge

O Edward and Sue Darke

H Dart Vale, S. Pool and Modbury Harriers

4 MORATORIUM (IRE) (9)

B g Presenting - Shuil Oilean (IRE) 10 11-12

J Mr Myles Osborne (7) E Cheek Pieces

T M. Osborne, Bourton-On-The-Water

O Mrs L. Osborne

H Heythrop

5 VIROFLAY (FR) (21)

B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Red Vixen (IRE) 6 11-12

J Miss Olive Nicholls (7)

T Ms Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

O Mr Paul Nicholls & Mr John Bolton

H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale

6 SINGAPORE SAGA (GB) (7)

B m Midnight Legend - Kim Tian Road (IRE) 8 11-5

J Mr Darren Andrews (5) E Tongue Strap

T J. Heard, Okehampton

O Gardener, Hooper and Heard

H Eggesford

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRHHIII BHA102

FORM 242-223 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Only a remote fourth in this last year and, while he has made the frame in points lately, he has something to find back under Rules.

Mar22 Exe 24f Ch gd-sf 4/7 Famous Clermont (FR) 19l

May21 Wor 23f HcpC good P/9 Haul Away (IRE) -

Apr21 War 24f HcpC good 2/10 High Counsel (IRE) 5

TFRHHIII BHA109

FORM 1-PP334 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Regressive form as a chaser under Rules and, while he’s enjoyed success in points since, others make more appeal.

Aug21 Crk 18f HcpH yield P Sweet Sixteen (GER) -

Jul21 Kny 20f HcpC good 10 Abraham (IRE) 46l

Apr21 Kil 24f HcpH good F Pictures of Home -

TFRHHIII BHA96

FORM 11-P1F2 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Good strike rate in points (runner-up last time), but previous efforts under Rules haven’t been overly inspiring.

Apr22 Chl 26f Ch good P/12 Latenightfumble -

Apr21 Fls 23f HcpC gd-sf F/11 Landofsmiles (IRE) -

Feb21 Chp 19f HcpC soft P/10 Silver In Disguise -

TFRHHHHI BHA120

FORM 25321P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to take to chasing for Gordon Elliott but fairly useful form in hunters for this yard and has done well in points. Easily excused a poor run in the Festival Challenge Cup at Cheltenham last week and expected to be back on his game

17Mar Chl 26f Ch soft P/23 Premier Magic (IRE) -

4Feb Wet 24f Ch gd-sf 2/6 Not That Fuisse (FR) 3l

Apr22 Chl 25f Ch good 2/9 Trio For Rio (IRE) 1l

TFRHHHHH BHA127

FORM 41/-2111 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Juvenile hurdle winner back in 2020 Has won 3 of his last 4 outings, very easily on the latest occasion, and should take all the beating trying hunters for the first time

Oct20 Wcn 15f Hdl good 1/7 Hacker des Places (FR) 14l

Oct20 Kmp 16f Hdl good 4/8 Overpriced Mixer 23l

Jan20 Pau 10f Stk - 4 Waltham (FR) 41/2l

TFRHHHHI BHA111

FORM 22-1211 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap hurdle winner for Philip Hobbs. Multiple point winner and started out in hunters with a solid effort at Taunton 76 days ago Should go well again.

CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 13-8

(FR), 11-4

(IRE), 25-1

(IRE)

(GB), 3-1

(IRE), 16-1 Broadclyst (IRE), 22-1

PLAY SMARTER

VIROFLAY has excelled in points and looks capable of making a winning start in this sphere despite the presence of Singapore Saga and Moratorium, who both arrive with solid form.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VIROFLAY (FR) 2.SINGAPORE

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SIXTH RACE 5.02

THE POINT-TO-POINT BUMPER MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for maiden four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £1616, 2nd £808, 3rd £404, 4th £202, 5th £101. (Penalty Value £2112.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (10 wins from 49 runners, 20%) runs VINNIE SPARKLES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 60 runners, 12%) runs VINNIE SPARKLES

Longest Traveller: VINNIE SPARKLES trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 154 miles.

1

ARKNELL (GB) (28)

B g Kayf Tara - Aunt Harriet

6 11-12

J Mr Darren Andrews (5) E Tongue Strap

T Max Comley, Cirencester

O Roger & Yvonne Allsop

B Mrs Yvonne Allsop

2 BLAZING LITTEN (GB) (8)

B h Linda’s Lad - Blazing Memory

J Mrs Jo Supple (3)

T L. Jefford, Honiton

O Mrs S. M. Trump

B Mrs S. M. Trump

3 COOLER THAN ME (GB) (56)

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Wou Oodd

J Mr Myles Osborne (7)

5 11-12

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth foal, dam unraced sister to fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Georgian King. Third sole start in point bumpers (Feb 26). Tongue tie on for Rules debut.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 52

TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad horse Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful chaser (stayed 25f) Kirkleigh. Runner-up on second of 2 starts in point bumpers (Mar 18).

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHIII BHAFORM P6-5233

5 11-12

T M. Osborne, Bourton-On-The-Water

O Mrs L. Osborne

B Clare Lloyd & Peter Hughes

4 HIGHWAY HERO (GB) (8)

B g Millenary - Saffron’s Song (IRE)

5 11-12

J Mr Charlie Marshall (7) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T H. Ryall

O Mr H. Ryall

B Killashee House Limited

5 SUPREME JOHNSON (FR) (70)

B g Elvstroem (AUS) - Vanoo d’Orthe (FR)

6 11-12

J Miss Charlotte Summersby (7)

T M. Osborne, Bourton-On-The-Water

O Mrs L. Osborne

B E.A.R.L. Arnaud Vasselin

6 VINNIE SPARKLES (IRE) (127)

B g Elzaam (AUS) - Four Kicks (IRE) 5 11-12

J Mr Sean O’Connor (7)

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr Dan Skelton

B Steven Clements

S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

7 CLOVER ALL OVER (GB) (56)

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Born In Clover 6 11-5

J Mr Freddie Gordon (3)

T T. Ellis, Rugby

O Miss Sarah A. Dawson

B Miss Sarah A. Dawson

TIMEFORM VIEW EUR5,000 3-y-o, Yorgunnabelucky gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Positively Dylan and modest chaser Astra Via, stays 3m. Maiden pointer, placed last 3 starts (latest Jan 29).

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 535221

TIMEFORM VIEW Millenary gelding. Dam, point winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m) Lucaindubai. Successful on last of 7 starts in points (Mar 18). Wears cheekpieces/tongue tie

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM PFP1P1

TIMEFORM VIEW £3,000 5-y-o, Elvstroem gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Gipsy Lee Rose Dam modest French chase winner around 2 1/4m. Winning pointer, including last time (Jan 15)

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Second foal, dam, little show over hurdles, 8.3f-1 1/4m winner on Flat. Successful sole start in points in November and joined top NH yard

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 31

TIMEFORM VIEW Second foal, dam maiden pointer Successful on second of 2 starts in points bumpers (Jan 29).

RACECOURSE DEBUT

8 THANK YOU MA’AM (GB) (14)

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pepite Rose (FR) 4 11-2

J Mr Peter Bryan (3)

T Ms Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

O The Posh Pundit Syndicate Limited

B Falcon’s Line Ltd

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy gelding. Dam (c150/h117) 2m-2 3/4m hurdle/chase winner Runner-up sole start in point bumpers (Mar 12).

RACECOURSE DEBUT

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Vinnie Sparkles (IRE), 5-1 Clover All Over (GB), 6-1 Thank You Ma’am (GB), 9-1 Supreme Johnson (FR), 11-1 Highway Hero (GB), 14-1 Arknell (GB), Blazing Litten (GB), 18-1 Cooler Than Me (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

It’s never easy to equate point form in relation to a bumper but VINNIE SPARKLES tasted success on his debut between the flags and, having transferred to Dan Skelton, hopes must be high that he can remain unbeaten. The market will doubtless tell a tale, with Clover All Over and Thank You Ma’am a couple of possible threats.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VINNIE SPARKLES (IRE) 2.CLOVER ALL OVER 3.THANK YOU MA’AM

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First Race 2.07 - THE HARCOMBE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £42 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 18th, 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 16 entries at £42. - Closed March 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.42 - THE WATCH IRISH RACING ON RACINGTV NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 18 entries at £37. - Closed March 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.17 - THE BET AT racingtv.com MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (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 five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 14 entries at £45. - Closed March 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.52 - THE DEVON STAYERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10033 to the winning horse The second to receive £4617, the third £2308, the fourth £1155 and the fifth £575 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £95 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £19 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £76 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 13 entries at £95. - Closed March 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7674; Second £3836; Third £1919; Fourth £960; Fifth £479. (Penalty Value £10033.90)

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Fifth Race 4.27 - THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES COMPANY LTD NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2483 to the winning horse The second to receive £1242, the third £620, the fourth £311 and the fifth £155. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse With thanks to the directors of Totnes and Bridgetown Races Co Ltd, for their continued support to Exeter Racecourse NOTE: For the year 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 9 entries at £25. - Closed March 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2159; Second £1080; Third £540; Fourth £270; Fifth £135. (Penalty Value £2483.50) HC SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 5.02 - THE POINT-TO-POINT BUMPER MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2112 to the winning horse The second to receive £972, the third £486, the fourth £243 and the fifth £121. for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing and which, during the current Point-To-Point season and before March 20th, 2023, have, on at least one occasion, finished first, second or third in a Point-to-Point Flat race or any category of Maiden Point-to-Point steeple chase staged in Great Britain. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 2lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 12lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who have ridden in a Point-to-Point Steeple Chase in Great Britain during the current Point-to-Point season. In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - Horses will be protected from elimination in order of number of wins gained in Point-to-Point races during the current Point-to-Point season. Should it be necessary to eliminate some but not all horses with the same profile, random balloting will apply PLEASE NOTE: For the purposes of Trainer’s licences and Trainer’s permits, this race will be treated as a Hunters’ Steeple Chase The British Horseracing Authority has modified Regulation 34 so that running in this race will not affect a horse’s eligibility for Point-to-Points. If qualified, privately trained horses may run in this race under Rule (C)1 (as modified). (i.e. Horses are not required to be ‘in training’ and may continue to run in Point-to-Points after this race). The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (C)1 and Schedule (F)8 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race 14 entries at £20 - Closed March 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1616; Second £808; Third £404; Fourth £202; Fifth £101. (Penalty Value £2112.40)

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