Exeter Racecard - Friday 10th November

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Racecard Preview 12:35 - BETWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE The opening contest is a novices’ hurdle over 2m5f and on this anticipated soft ground, it’s going to take some getting. With that said, the recent run of Wrappedupinmay is likely to be a huge advantage from a fitness point of view and should take all of the beating for last year’s winning team of Paul Nicholls and Harry Cobden.

13:10 - BETWAY ‘CHALLENGER’ MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE (CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) Cast’s Tasha ran plenty of respectable races in defeat last season before capping off her campaign with a victory over a trip just shy of two-and-a-half miles at Chepstow, for which she was put up 4lbs. The daughter of Westerner has had wind surgery over the summer and if that operation - and another summer on her back - has brought out further improvement, I don’t think the 4lb rise will stop her from going close again.

13:45 - BETWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE There was plenty of chat about Diamond Ri before he made a winning debut at Warwick last season and there will no doubt be a similar murmur of excitement about him as he embarks on a hurdling career here. He was hugely impressive that day and if he jumps well enough on his first start over these obstacles, then he is surely the one to beat.

14:20 - EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY AT BETWAY HANDICAP HURDLE Betway are paying SIX places on this race, so it’s worth looking for some each way angles in what is a competitive handicap hurdle over 2m. Asian Spice should know his way around this track by now, having run here on four of his six career starts to date and although his average starting price has been just over 152.6/1, he has run some creditable races in defeat, including a second at 100/1 here in March. His opening rating of 82 seems fair on what he’s achieved, but it could be that he’s a touch better than that based on that second here in the Spring.

14:55 - BETWAY ‘FUTURE STARS’ SILVER BOWL NOVICES’ CHASE Stay Away Fay is one of the most exciting staying novice chasers from this side of the Irish Sea, so it’s great to see him make his debut over fences here.

He was very good when winning the Albert Bartlett at Cheltenham and ran well in defeat at Aintree a month later. There isn’t much between him and Grey Dawning on ratings, but Stay Away Fay will improve plenty for fences, so should beat him with a clear round of jumping. We’re going to be boosting him today, so head to our website or app to find out what price he has been boosted to.

15:30 - BETWAY HALDON GOLD CUP HANDICAP CHASE The feature race of the day is the Betway Haldon Gold Cup and although we’ve got a select field of six; it’s very competitive. Editeur Du Gite is the best horse in the race by a stone, but it’s often harder to concede the weight in real terms, especially to younger improving horses. Paul Nicholls has won this race eight times and has another exciting prospect in the shape of Solo, who has had this as his target for months. He’ll be spot on and primed for a big run under Harry Cobden.

16:00 - BETWAY ‘CHALLENGER’ STAYERS’ HANDICAP CHASE (CHALLENGER STAYING CHASE SERIES QUALIFIER) Make Me A Believer is a horse I’ve been looking forward to seeing over fences again this year and off a mark of 124, I think he can be extremely competitive here. He was a very smart novice hurdler and came back off a long lay-off to finish a competitive sixth here last December before two poorer runs. His connections have given him a wind-op, which should have ironed out his problems and the handicapper has given him a real chance.

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Hadden Frost (3) J J. D. Frost, Buckfastleigh T Sponsor S

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

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THE BETWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

12.35

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £14999 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6259, 2nd £3130, 3rd £1564, 4th £783.

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

J Jockey

O Owner

T Trainer

B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): P Nicholls (32 wins from 118 runners, 27%) runs WRAPPEDUPINMAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 41 runners, 20%) runs WRAPPEDUPINMAY FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2019 and 2022.

The stable runs WRAPPEDUPINMAY today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: DEAFENING SILENCE trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 154 miles.

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ASTRONOMIC VIEW (GB) (177)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Winter Scene (IRE) J Lucy Gardner T Susan Gardner, Longdown O Mr D. V. Gardner B Mrs C. L. Alers-Hankey S Woodhayes Stud

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BEACHCOMBER (FR) (19)

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Alpes du Sud (FR) J Jonjo O’Neill Jr. T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham O Mrs E. J. Wills B Mr Philippe Rainteau S Wasdell Group

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TFRHHIII BHAFORM 3130/3-5 C

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 410-5P BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked useful when winning easily at Chepstow on his second of 3 bumper starts last season. Off 7 months, shaped as if better for the run when 10 lengths fifth on his 2 1/2m Worcester hurdle debut in September and can have his latest effort at Kempton excused (rider lost irons early).

22Oct Kmp 21f Hdl good P/8 Destroytheevidence 29Sep Wor 20f Hdl gd-sf 5/9 Push The Button (IRE) 93/4l 15Mar Chl 16f NHF soft 20/21 A Dream To Share (IRE) 54l

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM F/B1/3-

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on last (only completed) of 3 starts in points (Dec 2021) and produced a promising first effort over hurdles when a close third of 13 in novice at Chepstow (16f, good to soft) 12 months ago, noted doing his best work late on. In top hands and sure to improve now upped in trip.

Oct22 Chp 16f Hdl

4 LAW OF SUPPLY (IRE) (214) Br g Mahler - Nina Fontenail (FR) J David Bass T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham O Andrew Lay’s Legacy B Thistletown Stud S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

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10Apr Chp 16f NHF gd-sf 4/9 Don’t Tell Su (IRE)

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

31/4l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 5-

TIMEFORMVIEW Looked in need ofthe experience when fifth of6 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) on debut 6 months ago. Yard been amongst the winners of late so he is not discounted on hurdling debut.

16Apr Wcn 15f NHF gd-sf 5/6 Meatloaf (FR)

WRAPPEDUPINMAY (IRE) (26) 5

1l

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Oct 2022) and was very green but was definitely getting the idea late on when fourth in a Chepstow bumper (16f, good to soft) 7 months ago, rallying well approaching final 1f. Respected on hurdles bow for his in-form yard.

MAD MIKE (IRE) (208)

Ch g Ocovango - FunnyTimes J Harry Cobden T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B The Beeches Stud Ltd S Morson Group

gd-sf 3/13 Palace Boy (GER)

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 44/14-

11-0

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Manorville (IRE) 5 11-0 J Sean Houlihan T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead O The Macaroni Beach Society B Anne Marie Ryan S My Racing Manager

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2m 5f 137y

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly-useful bumper winner who offered plenty to work on when third of 6 on 2m Ffos Las hurdle debut last November. Strong in the betting but was unable to progress when mid-field at Newton Abbot 6 months later and has a similar length of absence to overcome here.

17May Ntn 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/12 Oakley Dancer 11l 71/2l Nov22 Fls 15f Hdl soft 3/6 L’Astroboy (GER) Apr22 Ain 16f NHF gd-sf 8/18 Lookaway (IRE) 17l

DEAFENING SILENCE (IRE) (380)

B g Alkaadhem - Taipers (IRE) J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O My Racing Manager Friends B G. Rothwell S My Racing Manager

S Sponsor Br Breeding

103/4l

TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 113-2 C BF

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin winner of sole point and came home in splendid isolation in bumperhere (heavy) on Rules debut.Turned overat short odds at Sandown next time but shaped well sent hurdling after 8 months off when runner-up at Ffos Las (21.9f, good to soft) last month. Major player.

15Oct Fls 21f Hdl gd-sf 2/8 Mt Fugi Park (IRE) 11/2l 14l 4Feb San 15f NHF gd-sf 3/6 Inthewaterside (FR) 24l 1Jan Exe 16f NHF heavy 1/8 Grumpy Rosie 2022: OUTLAW PETER (IRE) 6 11 6 Harry Cobden 4-7 (Paul Nicholls) 8 ran

Stewards Note: BEACHCOMBER: Following its run on 22/10/2023 it was reported that the jockey lost his iron.

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Wrappedupinmay (IRE), 9-2 Deafening Silence (IRE), 6-1 Law of Supply (IRE), 8-1 Beachcomber (FR), 17-2 Astronomic View (GB), 16-1 Mad Mike (IRE)

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Cases can be made for most of these, but preference is for WRAPPEDUPINMAY, who shaped well sent hurdling after 8 months off when runner-up at Ffos Las recently (front pair clear) and can go a place better now. Deafening Silence was beaten less PLAY SMARTER than a length when third on hurdling bow 12 months ago so he may emerge as the main danger, with Law of Supply taken to fill third place.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WRAPPEDUPINMAY (IRE) 2.DEAFENING SILENCE (IRE) 3.LAW OF SUPPLY (IRE)

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THE BETWAY ‘CHALLENGER’ MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504.

(Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

SECOND RACE

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): H Fry (17 wins from 80 runners, 21%) runs MA BELLE NOIRE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs JERSEY LADY LONGEST TRAVELLER: JERSEY LADY trained by H Derham, Newbury, 148 miles.

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CHABADATIKA (FR) (333)

B f Magneticjim (IRE) - Chabada Le Dun (FR) 4 12-0 J Micheal Nolan T Syd Hosie, Sherborne O Mr Willem Van Der Horst B Elisabeth Cucheval, David Dahan & Salomo S Sherborne Utilities Ltd

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JERSEY LADY (FR) (147)

Ch m Martaline - La Bombonera (FR) 7 J Miss Victoria Malzard (5) T Harry Derham, Newbury O Mr A. Taylor B Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks S All Sport Insurance Services Ltd

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2m 5f 137y

TFRHHIII BHA114 FORM 0UF51-

TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, won 16-runner juvenile hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer (16.9f, soft). Off 11 months. Up in trip. First run for yard after leaving M. Seror.

Makes handicap hurdle debut.

Dec22 Cag 17f Hdl Dec22 Fon 17f Hdl Nov22 Aut 17f Hdl

1 5 heavy F

Sniper Point (FR) 11/4l Jumper Grenetieres (FR) 11l Jim’agime (FR) -

TFRHHHHI BHA110 FORM 5031-11 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who landed a hat-trick under this jockey earlier in the year, last seen scoring with something to spare at Fontwell. Merits plenty of respect for new trainer.

16Jun Fon 25f HcpH good 1/5 Sirobbie (IRE) 27May Cml 25f HcpH good 1/6 Emily Wade (IRE) 23Apr Plm 24f HcpH soft 1/7 Captain Claude (IRE)

MA BELLE NOIRE (GB) (42)

Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Loxhill Lady 6 11-9 J Jonathan Burke E Blinkers, Tongue Strap T Harry Fry, Corscombe O Dilhorne, Fry and Kingham B Distillery Stud

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TFRHHHHH BHA108 FORM 3-21311

TIMEFORM VIEW In top form lately and made it 3 from her last 4 at Worcester last time. May be capable of better still in current mood, so looks the one to beat.

29Sep Wor 23f HcpH gd-sf 1/5 Stamina Chope (FR) 3Sep Wor 23f HcpH good 1/11 Rubys Reward 25Jul Swl 20f Hdl good 3/8 River of Joy

4 CHLOE’S COURT (IRE) (209)

TFRHHHII BHA103

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TFRHHHII BHA96 FORM 336621-

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FORM 203P01- CD Br m Court Cave (IRE) - Howaya Pet (IRE) 10 11-4 TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who was right back on track to score at J Harry Kimber (3) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces Chepstow 6 months ago but the chances are that she’ll need this return.

T Robert Walford, Blandford O Cole, Gale, Levy & Mortimer B Steven Vaughan 15Apr Chp 23f HcpH soft 1/7 Our Bill’s Aunt (IRE) 11/4l 33l 4Apr Fon 21f HcpH soft 8/10 Royal Lake (IRE) S Tote 19Feb Nby 24f HcpH gd-fm P/8 Flying Nun (IRE)

CAST’S TASHA (IRE) (209)

B m Westerner - Samsha (IRE) 6 10-11 J Ben Jones E Tongue Strap T Ben Clarke, Beaminster O Sue & Clive Cole & Ann & Tony Gale B Ms Joyce Marsh S Tote

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15Apr Chp 19f HcpH gd-sf 1/9 Rajjamataz (IRE) 1Apr Utt 19f HcpH soft 2/5 Marsh Wren 23Mar Chp 19f HcpH soft 6/13 Bert Wilson (IRE)

LADY WILBERRY (GB) (177)

Br m Montmartre (FR) - LadyWilla (IRE) J Ben Godfrey (3) T Claire Hitch, Watchet O Balham Hill Racing B The Glanvilles Stud S Tote

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TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable type who opened her account in this sphere at Chepstow 6 months ago. Should be on the premises again if she’s tuned up.

LITTLE ELSE (GB) (20)

B m Midnight Legend - Real Treasure J Lorcan Williams T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton O The Real Partnership B Mrs S. Steer-Fowler S Electrotec Solutions Ltd

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11/2l 11/2l 24l

TFRHHHII BHA95 FORM 33342-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on chase debut form when very good second of 7 in handicap at Taunton (21.7f, soft) in April. Further progress when going close upped to 25.8f at Newton Abbot the following month and will be a threat if fully tuned-up back hurdling for new yard.

17May Ntn 25f HcpC good 2/9 Shortcross Storm (IRE) 1/2l 27Apr Tnt 21f HcpC soft 2/7 School For Scandal (FR) 4l 12l 27Mar Wcn 20f HcpC gd-sf 4/5 Legendary Rhythm

TFRHHHHI BHA94 FORM 60051-1 D

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TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner at Chepstow in December 2020.

E Tongue Strap Lightly raced over hurdles but on the up now, scoring at Newton Abbot on reappearance. Solid claims in the hat-trick bid.

21Oct Ntn 21f HcpH heavy 1/8 Balkardy (FR) nk nk 27Apr Tnt 23f HcpH soft 1/13 Gaia Vallis (FR) 21Feb Tnt 23f HcpH good 5/11 Hay There Mona (IRE) 71/4l 10

8 CAITLIN’S COURT (IRE) (39) B m Court Cave (IRE) - Secret Can’t Say (IRE) J Bryony Frost T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh O Mr G. Thompson B Mrs P. De Stacpoole

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TFRHHHII BHA94 FORM 60P-102

10-9

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved effort over hurdles when returning from 5 months off to win over 18.5f at Newton Abbot in May and resumed progress when second there last time. Should give a good account.

3 /4l 2Oct Ntn 21f HcpH soft 2/6 Kym Eyre (IRE) 103/4l 22Aug Ntn 16f HcpH good 9/13 Saddlers Quest 17May Ntn 18f HcpH good 1/9 Phoenix Risen 8l DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: THE HEIGHT OF FAME 5 10 12 Gavin Sheehan 7-2 (Keiran Burke) 15 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Ma Belle Noire (GB), 5-1 Jersey Lady (FR), 11-2 Little Else (GB), 13-2 Cast’s Tasha (IRE), 7-1 Caitlin’s Court (IRE), 17-2 Chloe’s Court (IRE), 12-1 Lady Wilberry (GB), 25-1 Chabadatika (FR) This looks an above-average contest with a number of last-time-out winners in the field, but the pick of them is probably MA BELLE NOIRE, who produced another career PLAY SMARTER best at Worcester last time. Jersey Lady and Little Else both arrive on a winning streak, so they’re feared.

SECOND RACE

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MA BELLE NOIRE 2.JERSEY LADY (FR) 3.LITTLE ELSE

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THIRD RACE

THE BETWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

1.45

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £14999 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6259, 2nd £3130, 3rd £1564, 4th £783.

(Penalty Value £8168.46)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

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B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): P Nicholls (32 wins from 118 runners, 27%) runs INSURRECTION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 41 runners, 20%) runs INSURRECTION FANCY THAT: P Hobbs & J White won this race in 2016, 2018 and 2019. The stable runs ROYAL JEWEL today. P Nicholls won this race in 2017, 2020 and 2022. The stable runs INSURRECTION today.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SPINNAKER BLUE & ASTA LA PASTA trained by D Skelton, both Alcester, 154 miles.

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ASTA LA PASTA (IRE) (33)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Asian Maze (IRE) J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O The Asta La Pasta Partnership B Ms Helga Moore S Ashford Stud

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DIAMOND RI (IRE) (225)

Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Quaspia (FR) J Brendan Powell T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne O The Wychwood Partnership B Kenilworth House Stud S Coral Racing Limited

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2m 161y

TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 41-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise when winning 6-runner bumper at Market Rasen in February and impressed with how readily he picked up the promising runner-up from the last when following up on his Uttoxeter hurdles debut 8 months later. Sure to progress and win more races.

8Oct Utt 15f Hdl gd-sf 1/10 Brook Bay (IRE) 21/2l 91/2l 21Feb Mkt 16f NHF good 1/6 Whatawit Dec22 Mkt 16f NHF gd-sf 4/8 Sao Carlos 31/2l

ALFIE SHARP (GB) (196)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Fluffy Clouds 5 11-0 J Bryan Carver T Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren O Pontispool Racing Club B Shade Oak Stud S Pontispool Equine Sports Centre

S Sponsor Br Breeding

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 60-

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 150/1, tenth of 14 in novice hurdle at Chepstow (16f, good). Off 6 months.

28Apr Chp 16f Hdl 5Apr Wcn 15f Hdl

gd-sf 10/14 Good Friday Fairy (IRE) 65l good 6/8 Diamond Egg (FR) 84l

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 1-

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a useful effort when easily landing a well-run Warwick bumper on debut in March and is of firm interest now hurdling.

30Mar War 16f NHF soft

1/7 Globe Player

4 I LOVE YOU SIVOLA (FR) (182)

TFRHHIII BHA102

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TFRHHHHI BHAFORM F14-

13l

FORM 66023-0 B g Le Fou (IRE) - Suave de Sivola (FR) 5 11-0 TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-French chaser. Off 6 months and faces no J Paul O’Brien E Tongue Strap easy task back over hurdles for his new yard. Wears tongue strap.

T Helen Nelmes, Dorchester O Only Here For The Beer B Gilles Trapenard & Claude Gerard Chamber 12May Mou 19f HcpC 7 Euclide D’emra (FR) 26l 3 Sir Becquaille (FR) 12l 8Apr Blb 19f Ch 2 Boute En Train (FR) 13/4l 27Mar Csc 17f Ch -

INSURRECTION (IRE) (215)

B g Getaway (GER) - Rock In The Park (IRE) 6 11-0 J Harry Cobden E Tongue Strap T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Insurrect B Tommy Newton S Morson Group, Olive Print & Graphics

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IRIS DES ISSARDS (FR) (201)

Bl g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Opaline du Bouchat (FR) J Ben Godfrey (3) T Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens B Elevage Laitre SCEA S The Firehouse Somerset

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IRLANDAIS (FR) (22)

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Saboum (FR) J David Noonan T Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens B Elevage Laitre SCEA S The Firehouse Somerset

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TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer. 3/1 and tongue strap on when encouraging fourth of 8 in bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft) on NH debut.

Off 7 months. Had wind op ahead of his hurdles debut. Much respected.

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Fls

15f NHF soft

4/8 The Jukebox Man (IRE) 13l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 363-

TIMEFORM VIEW €28,000 3-y-o, £14,000 5-y-o, Buck’s Boum gelding.

Dam 17f-2 1/2m chase winner. Twice third in points so not discounted starting out over hurdles.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

5

11-0

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 0-00

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to bumper winner/useful 2 1/4m hurdle winner Grand Jury but has yet to showcase ability in two runs over hurdles for Dan Skelton and for his current yard.

19Oct Wcn 15f Hdl good 8/8 Classic King (IRE) 6May Utt 15f Hdl gd-sf 7/11 Lookaway (IRE) 10Feb Kmp 16f NHF gd-sf 7/8 Killarney Mountain 14

90l 54l 101/4l

8 MIDNIGHT SOLDIER (IRE) (174) B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Midnight Macarena J Beau Morgan (5) T Ben Pauling, Naunton O Deva Racing (MS) B Thomas Mulhern S Deva Racing Group

9

6

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 1/-2

11-0

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a winning bumper debut in good style at Fontwell in June 2021 for Christian Williams. Encouraging second of 6 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 174 days ago. Considered.

20May Utt Jun21 Fon

ROYAL JEWEL (IRE) (194)

19f Hdl good 2/6 Lookaway (IRE) 17f NHF gd-fm 1/6 Don’t Stop Now

33l 33/4l

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 0-2 Ch g Notnowcato - What AJewel (IRE) 4 11-0 TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points (Apr 30) J Micheal Nolan so a respected hurdling debutant.

T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead O Mr R. M. Penny B N. Fortune RACECOURSE DEBUT S R M Penny (Plant Hire & Demolition) Ltd

10 STORMING NELSON (IRE) (181) B g Mount Nelson - Storming Strumpet 4 J Lucy Gardner T Susan Gardner, Longdown O Woodhayes Racing Club B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary S Woodhayes Stud

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 5P-65

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW €31,000 3-y-o, £5,000 4-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding.

Dam (c118/h110), 2m-19f hurdle/chase winner, sister to very smart hurdler/ smart chase winner (stays 25f) Thyme Hill. Unplaced on his completed starts in Irish points (latest May 13).

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 30

B m Intello (GER) - Rock Choir 5 10-7 J Sean Houlihan E Tongue Strap T Robert Stephens, Caldicot O Mr A. Jenkins B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

12 FOX WALLACE (IRE) (20) B m Mahler - Bob Robin (IRE) J James Best T Ella Pickard, Minehead O Mr John Christopher Drake B Terence Leonard

5

14 MOLLIE DE MAI (GB) (12) Ch f Mahler - Magie du Ma (FR) J Jack Tudor T David Pipe, Wellington O David Pipe Racing Club B Mr Kenneth Alexander S W & S Recycling

26Oct Lud 12Oct Exe 13Sep Bth

15f Hdl gd-sf 7/16 Recoup 16f Hdl gd-fm 3/8 Miss Marette 14f Hcp good 3/7 Cherry Cola

43l 15l 41/2l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM U0

10-7

TIMEFORM VIEW Unseated rider sole start in Irish points and only eighth of 9 in bumper (33/1) at Newton Abbot (16.8f, heavy) on NH debut 20 days ago. Makes hurdles debut.

21Oct Ntn 16f NHF heavy 8/9 Walks Like The Man (IRE)49l

13 GORCOMBE FIZZ (GB) (29) B f Bollin Eric - Champagne Rosie J Bryony Frost T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh O Mr Phill Meaden B J. A. G. Meaden S Gorcombe Extreme Sports

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 17f on Flat who showed an aptitude for hurdling when third of 8 in novice at Exeter (16.7f, good) on NH debut 14 days ago. Below that form when seventh at Ludlow.

4

TFRHHIII BHAFORM P

10-7

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at this C&D (good) on NH debut 29 days ago.

12Oct Exe

4

16f Hdl

gd-fm P/8 Miss Marette

-

TFRHHIII BHAFORM P

10-7

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) on NH debut 12 days ago.

29Oct Wcn 15f Hdl

15 SPINNAKER BLUE (GB) (20)

soft

P/15 Lowry’s Bar (IRE)

-

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 6 Gr m Blue Bresil (FR) - Silver Spinner 6 10-7 TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 3 winners but she came in a remote sixth of J Charlie Todd 10 in novice hurdle at NewtonAbbot (16.8f, heavy, 7/1) on NH debut 20 days ago.

T Dan Skelton, Alcester In excellent hands so may still do better.

O Mrs S. C. Welch B Mrs S. C. Welch 37l S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes 21Oct Ntn 16f Hdl heavy 6/10 Farnoge DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2022: LALLYGAG (GER) 5 11 6 Harry Cobden 8-13 (Paul Nicholls) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note: INSURRECTION: Following its run on 9/4/2023 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Asta La Pasta (IRE), 5-2 Diamond Ri (IRE), 17-2 Midnight Soldier (IRE), 9-1 Insurrection (IRE), 16-1 Royal Jewel (IRE), 25-1 Spinnaker Blue (GB), 33-1 Iris des Issards (FR), Breccia (GB), 50-1 Mollie de Mai (GB), 100-1 I Love You Sivola (FR), Irlandais (FR), 150-1 Fox Wallace (IRE), 300-1 Alfie Sharp (GB), Storming Nelson (IRE), Gorcombe Fizz (GB) 15

THIRD RACE

11 BRECCIA (GB) (15)

A few of these offer potential but ASTA LA PASTA created an excellent impression when going in at Uttoxeter on his hurdles debut so looks the way to go despite conceding weight all round. Hurdling newcomers Diamond Ri and Insurrection both PLAY SMARTER command plenty of respect though, especially if the betting vibes are positive.

Midnight Soldier is another who needs factoring in.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ASTA LA PASTA (IRE) 2.DIAMOND RI (IRE) 3.INSURRECTION (IRE)

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): D Pipe (22 wins from 185 runners, 12%) runs ONLY FOOLS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 52 runners, 12%) runs MAJOR FORTUNE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAJOR FORTUNE trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 154 miles.

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FILANDERER (GB) (185)

DANTON (IRE) (262)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fair Present (IRE) J Jonathan Burke T Harry Fry, Corscombe O Manhole Covers Ltd B Ms Nell Kelly S Manhole Covers Ltd

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6

5

7

S Sponsor Br Breeding

2m 161y

11-12

TFRHHHHI BHA95 FORM 5P33-

7

11-11

TFRHIIII BHA94 FORM PP0-41P

25Aug Kny 20f HcpC soft P 11Aug Wex 16f HcpC yd-sf 1 21Jul Kil 19f HcpC soft 4

7

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account back from 12 months off in a C&D novice 29 days ago. Benefited from an enterprising ride on that occasion.

E Hood

12Oct Exe Oct22 Str Jul22 Utt

16f Hdl gd-fm 1/8 Newmill Getaway (IRE) 11/4l 18f HcpH good 4/15 Samatian (IRE) 21/2l 15f HcpH gd-sf 7/9 Durragh (IRE) 25l

TFRHHHII BHA89 FORM 5/0U05-

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair on the Flat and bettered previous efforts in this sphere when fifth in a 12-runner handicap at this course (21.6f, soft) during the spring. Spin on the Flat last month will ensure that he’s not found wanting fitness-wise.

2Oct Bth 13f Hcp soft 4/13 Asense 8l 17l 4May Sal 14f Hcp gd-sf 5/10 Tigerten 11Apr Exe 21f HcpH gd-sf 5/12 King’s Threshold (IRE) 23/4l

IMPERIAL MEASURE (IRE) (49) 5

Norwigi (IRE) Look Dont Touch (IRE) 1/2l Seskin Flyer (IRE) 93/4l

TFRHHIII BHA93 (-2) FORM 50U04-1 CD

11-10

ARTHALOT (IRE) (39)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Boro Cruise (IRE) J Adam Wedge T Evan Williams, Llancarfan O Vale Racing 1 B Ms Margaret Finn S Tote

B Breeder

TIMEFORMVIEWWarwick bumperwinnerwho has made the frame in 2 of his 3 starts since switched to handicaps, fourth of 10 at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft) when last seen in April. Resumes on a 2lb lower mark and could have a part to play, provided he settles better.

9May Fls 15f HcpH soft 4/10 Double Click (IRE) 7l 12l 21Apr Fon 17f HcpH good 4/11 Tara Iti 28l 13Mar Tnt 16f HcpH gd-sf 7/8 Killaloan (IRE)

B g Camelot - Annina (IRE) 6 11-6 J Alan Johns E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces T Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple O Thethrillofitall B Mr Jim McGrath S Hartnoll Hotel

6

O Owner

T Trainer

TIMEFORM VIEW Offthe mark in a Wexford handicap chase (2m, heavy) E Tongue Strap for previous connections in August. Pulled up at Killarney laterthat month.

4 MISS MARETTE (GB) (29) B m Passing Glance - La Marette J James Davies T Chris Down, Cullompton O Culm Valley Racing B Mrs S. L. Bates S Woodwarm Stoves

J Jockey

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise when placed in back-to-back E Tongue Strap Taunton maiden hurdles (both over 16.5f on soft/good respectively) last season. Handed a fair mark for this handicap debut and improvement may well be forthcoming. Tongue strap applied.

21Feb Tnt 16f Hdl good 3/14 Killaloan (IRE) 14l 14l 9Jan Tnt 16f Hdl soft 3/9 Afadil (FR) Dec22 Utt 15f Hdl gd-sf P/14 Missed Tee (IRE)

ROYAL JUNIPER (IRE) (77)

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Exit Stage Left (IRE) J Paul O’Brien T Helen Nelmes, Dorchester O Gee Tac Limited B Martin Cullinane S Gee Tac Limited

2.20

TFRHHHII BHA97 FORM 66004-4

B g KayfTara - Flirtatious 7 12-0 J David Bass E Hood, Tongue Strap T Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley O Mrs M. D. W. Morrison B Mrs M. D. W. Morrison S Bridgend Hotel

2

FOURTH RACE

TFRHHHII BHA87 FORM P52-341 D

11-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Better signs since switched to handicaps and got the job done, seemingly with a fair bit left up his sleeve, in a 5-runner contest at Newton Abbot (16.8f, heavy) last time. 4lb rise could have been worse and he has to enter calculations.

22Sep Ntn 16f HcpH heavy 1/5 Good Impression 21/4l 31May Ntn 18f HcpH good 4/13 Charlie My Boy (IRE) 43/4l 9May Fls 15f HcpH soft 3/10 Double Click (IRE) 43/4l

PRINCE RHINEGOLD (IRE) (245)

B g Getaway (GER) - Water Rock 5 11-4 J Sean Houlihan T Linda Blackford, Tiverton O Mrs D Robinson Mrs&Mrs Livesey-van Dorst B Joseph and Anthony Smiddy S Tote

TFRHHIII BHA87 FORM 6/F01F- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at promise on hurdling bow over C&D last November and back on track when landing a weak novice back here in February. His race came to a premature end on subsequent handicap debut, so hard to draw any conclusions from that, but the percentage call is to take him on.

10Mar Exe 16f HcpH good F/15 Looking For Larry (IRE) 5l 24Feb Exe 16f Hdl good 1/5 Tout Paris (FR) 69l 7Jan Wcn 15f Hdl gd-sf 15/18 Celtic Art (FR)

18

8 HOWDY PARTNER (IRE) (323) B g Califet (FR) - Areyououtofurmind (IRE) J Robert Williams (3) T Nikki Evans, Abergavenny O Mr John Berry (Gwent) B Sean Murphy S Radnor Hills

9

7

TFRHIIII BHA86 FORM 5PU36/U-

11-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to complete race for the third time from E Tongue Strap five starts in this sphere when unseating rider early on in a Ffos Las handicap last December. Absent since.

Dec22 Fls 15f HcpH soft U/14 Colonial Empire Apr22 Chp 16f Hdl good 6/11 Outback Frontiers (IRE) 37l 31l Mar22 Lud 15f Hdl good 3/8 Whizz Kid (GER)

ROLLO’S KINGDOM (GB) (201)

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Tashkiyla (FR) J Lorcan Williams T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton O Mrs N.A. Ward B Mrs N.A. Ward S Brendon Powerwashers

10 ASIAN SPICE (GB) (17)

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Kim Tian Road (IRE) J Bryony Frost T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh O Martin Hill and Partners B Mr Martin & Mrs Rachel Hill S A S Trade Car Sales

11 LITTLE PI (FR) (28)

B g Dunaden (FR) - Faustina Pius (IRE) J Stan Sheppard T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury O Lost In The Summer Wine B Mrs Gemma Green S Matt Sheppard Racing

6

11-1

TFRHIIII BHA84 FORM 66656P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit on the first of 2 bumper runs, but has yet to showcase his ability over hurdles thus far, most recently pulled up on his handicap debut at Stratford in April.

23Apr Str 18f HcpH gd-sf P/12 Scudamore (FR) 25l 12Mar War 16f Hdl soft 6/7 King of Brazil 26Feb Fon 17f Hdl good 5/7 Goodwin Racing (IRE) 30l

5 10-13

5 10-13

TFRHHIII BHA82 FORM 00/020-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Second on hurdles debut over C&D in March, although that was in a 4-runner race in which 3 completed. Modest both starts since but, on the upside, she now makes her handicap debut on a lowly mark.

24Oct Exe 18f Hdl good 5/12 Big Fish (IRE) 34l 22l 21Apr Exe 16f Hdl good 7/12 Pure Theatre (IRE) 16l 10Mar Exe 16f Hdl good 2/4 Impose Toi (FR)

TFRHIIII BHA82 FORM 000-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to display ability in bumper and 3 novice hurdles to date. By no means impossible that he’ll improve now pitched into a handicap.

13Oct Chp 16f Hdl Dec22 Lud 15f Hdl Dec22 Tnt 16f Hdl

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Numero Huit (IRE) 5 10-12 J Harry Skelton T Dan Skelton, Alcester O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Major Fortu B Noel O’Brien S Olive Print & Graphics

TFRHHHHH BHA81 FORM 2/303-4

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed both starts in bumpers and, though beaten a fair way both hurdles starts for Tom Lacey last term, there were more encouraging signs when fourth of 8 in Bangor maiden (16.7f, soft) on return/ debut for new yard last month. Likely improver now handicapping.

4Oct Bgr 16f Hdl soft 4/8 Act of Authority (FR) 35l 64l 30Jan Hun 20f Hdl good 3/3 Amoola Gold (GER) Nov22 Lud 15f Hdl gd-sf 9/12 Western Zephyr (IRE) 58l

13 ONLY FOOLS (IRE) (35)

B f Mondialiste (IRE) - OnlyTogether (IRE) 4 10-9 J Jack Tudor E Hood, Tongue Strap T David Pipe, Wellington O David Pipe Racing Club B Elwick Stud S W & S Recycling

14 LOUDSPEAKER (GB) (26) B g Recorder - Daring Aim J Micheal Nolan T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury O Simon & Christine Prout B The Queen S We Do Vans

15 GRUMPY ROSIE (GB) (20) B f Pour Moi (IRE) - Thedeboftheyear J Bryan Carver T Chris Honour, Ashburton O Mr G. Thompson B G. D. Thompson S Cotswold Stone Supplies

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10-7

4

10-3

TFRHHHII BHA78 FORM 522435

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner in France and hit the crossbar in handicap hurdles at Newton Abbot and Worcester in May/June. Has held form since.

6Oct Fon 19f HcpH good 5/12 Sassified (IRE) 13Sep Utt 15f HcpH good 3/8 Isabella Bee (IRE) 20Jul Wor 20f HcpH good 4/9 Ranco (IRE)

81/4l 61/4l 10l

TFRHHIII BHA76 FORM 0345P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair middle-distance maiden on Flat and bought from Michael Bell’s yard for 50,000 gns in July. Unable to threaten in 5 starts switched to hurdles last season, but there was promise in his recent run on the Flat and he’s worth a second look off a lowly mark.

15Oct Gwd 16f Hcp soft 5/7 Baileys Derbyday 93/4l 8Apr Ntn 16f HcpH soft P/10 Pak Army (IRE) 30l 23Mar Chp 16f HcpH soft 5/7 Ring The Moon

TFRHIIII BHA72 FORM 2050-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit when a well-held second in a bumper here on debut in January, but has been unable to match this in subsequent efforts over hurdles.

21Oct Ntn 16f Hdl 21Apr Exe 16f Hdl 30Mar War 21f Hdl

16 DAANY (IRE) (18)

B g Pivotal - Ejadah (IRE) 6 10-2 J Ben Jones E Hood T Joe Tickle, Tiverton O Miss D Kenealy and Duckhaven Stud B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

32l 108l 79l

heavy 7/10 Farnoge good 8/12 Pure Theatre (IRE) soft 5/11 Gaelic Park (IRE)

43l 36l 70l

TFRHHIII BHA71 FORM 00P60-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 1m winner on Flat and put in a decent shift on latest start in that sphere at Windsor last month. Yet to produce a stand-out display in 7 hurdles starts to date.

23Oct Wdr 8f 3Oct Wol 8f 25Sep Wol 9f 19

Hcp heavy 3/9 Fitzrovia 31/2l Hcp stand 5/10 Opticality 91/2l Hcp stand 11/12 Chinese Whisperer (FR)61/2l

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12 MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) (37)

gd-sf 8/12 Donnacha (IRE) gd-sf 12/15 Pembroke good 11/14 Rubaud (FR)

17 CALL ME SAINTE (FR) (232)

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Call Me Blue (FR) 6 10-2 J David Noonan E Hood, Tongue Strap T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton O Hawke, Simms, Capps B E.U.R.L. Ecurie Audoy Christian et al S Junction 24 Ltd

TFRHIIII BHA71 FORM 060//050-

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held when last seen at Chepstow in March.

Has undergone a wind op.

47l 23Mar Chp 19f HcpH soft 8/13 Bert Wilson (IRE) 16Jan Her 16f HcpH soft 5/11 Fay Ce Que Voudras (IRE)22l 1Jan Exe 16f Hdl heavy 9/14 Hugos New Horse (FR) 34l

DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2022: GERARD MENTOR (FR) 6 10 13 Kai Lenihan 10-3 (Kim Bailey) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 4, 16. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 8.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 13, 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 17.

Stewards Note: ARTHALOT: Following its run on 2/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Major Fortune (IRE), 6-1 Imperial Measure (IRE), 7-1 Danton (IRE), 17-2 Filanderer (GB), 12-1 Miss Marette (GB), Only Fools (IRE), 14-1 Arthalot (IRE), 18-1 Prince Rhinegold (IRE), 20-1 Asian Spice (GB), 28-1 Loudspeaker (GB), 33-1 Daany (IRE), 40-1 Little Pi (FR), 50-1 Rollo’s Kingdom (GB), Grumpy Rosie (GB), 66-1 Royal Juniper (IRE), Howdy Partner (IRE), 80-1 Call Me Sainte (FR) There were more than enough positives to take from MAJOR FORTUNE’s reappearance fourth on debut for Dan Skelton in a Bangor maiden to suggest that he will be seriously competitive now handicapping off what could turn out to be a handy opening mark.

PLAY SMARTER He gets the nod ahead of another likely improver in Danton and Imperial Measure, who did the job well at Newton Abbot last time. Arthalot and Filanderer are others to consider.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) 2.DANTON (IRE) 3.IMPERIAL MEASURE (IRE)

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

J Jockey

O Owner

T Trainer

B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): P Nicholls (32 wins from 118 runners, 27%) runs STAY AWAY FAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 41 runners, 20%) runs STAY AWAY FAY FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2018, 2020 and 2021. The stable runs STAY AWAY FAY today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: GREY DAWNING trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 154 miles.

1

BALLYDESMOND (IRE) (193)

B g Presenting - Eyes On The Stars (IRE) 6 J Gavin Sheehan T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn O Sperling Field Allday Worcester B Brucetown Farms Ltd S BetVictor

S Sponsor Br Breeding

3m 54y

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 24212-1 D

11-7

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who ran out the decisive winner of a Down Royal maiden hunter (23.2f, good to soft) on Rules debut in May for Caroline McCaldin. Likely to make his mark in the novice division this season, but this looks a tough assignment on debut for new yard.

1May Dow 23f Ch

2

GREY DAWNING (IRE) (210)

3

HURRICANE HIGHWAY (IRE) (234)

yield 1

Focus Point (IRE)

9l

TFRHHHHI BHA141

FORM 1/2111F- C Gr g Flemensfirth (USA) - LadyWagtail (IRE) 6 11-2 TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in bumpers and winner of 3 of his 4 J Harry Skelton completed starts over hurdles last term, including a Grade 2 at T Dan Skelton, Alcester Warwick. Departed 5 out in the Sefton (won by Apple Away) at O Mr Robert Kirkland Aintree when last seen in April. Greatly respected on chase debut.

B Grange Stud 14Apr Ain 24f Hdl soft F/15 Apple Away (IRE) 5l S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes 14Jan War 21f Hdl heavy 1/7 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE) 11/2l Dec22 Kmp 21f HcpH soft 1/15 Bourbali (FR) Br g Malinas (GER) - Florida Pet (IRE) J Adam Wedge T Evan Williams, Llancarfan O Mr & Mrs William Rucker B Richard Cavanagh S Tote

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11-2

TFRHHHII BHA125 FORM 1/512- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who built on a promising hurdling debut last winter when opening his account in a Ffos Las novice (20f) in December. Chased home the useful Springwell Bay at Wetherby (19.7f) in March and is interesting now chasing.

21Mar Wet 19f Hdl soft 2/5 Springwell Bay 13/4l 6l Dec22 Fls 20f Hdl soft 1/14 Firestream 9l Nov22 Chp 19f Hdl gd-sf 5/14 Knowsley Road (IRE)

4 STAY AWAY FAY (IRE) (210)

B g Shantou (USA) - Augusta Bay 6 11-2 J Harry Cobden E Tongue Strap T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Mr Chris Giles & Mr Dave Staddon B Southeast Bloodstock Ltd & Owen Hickey S Morson Group

5

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who was a useful novice hurdler last term, landing Grade 1 Albert Bartlett in gutsy fashion at the Festival in March. Ran another solid race when fourth in Grade 1 Sefton at Aintree on final start and he’s a most exciting chase debutant.

14Apr Ain 24f Hdl soft 4/15 Apple Away (IRE) 41/4l 1l 17Mar Chl 23f Hdl soft 1/20 Affordale Fury (IRE) 1l 28Jan Don 24f Hdl good 2/10 Maximilian (GER)

THE CHANGING MAN (IRE) (216)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bitofapuzzle J Brendan Powell T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne O Susan and John Waterworth B O’Sullivan Bloodstock S Coral Racing Limited DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

6

TFRHHHHH BHA147 FORM 1/1214- D

TFRHHHII BHA132 FORM 122202-

11-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a handicap hurdle hat-trick in good style at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 12 months ago and model of consistency thereafter, again finding only one too good at Haydock (24.2f) on final start in April. Good prospect for chasing.

8Apr Hay 24f HcpH gd-sf 2/15 Tiger Jet (IRE) 31/4l 16Mar Chl 23f HcpH soft 8/23 Good Time Jonny (IRE) 41/2l 18Feb Hay 24f HcpH gd-sf 2/9 Johnson’s Blue (IRE) 11/2l 2022: THYME HILL 8 11 2 Tom O’Brien 1-2 (Philip Hobbs) 3 ran

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Stay Away Fay (IRE), 15-8 Grey Dawning (IRE), 13-2 The Changing Man (IRE), 10-1 Hurricane Highway (IRE), 18-1 Ballydesmond (IRE) This may well concern graded novice hurdle winners STAY AWAY FAY and Grey Dawning.

The former was a gutsy winner of the Albert Bartlett at Cheltenham before a solid fourth in the Grade 1 Sefton at Aintree in April and gets the vote. The Changing Man may do best PLAY SMARTER of the others.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STAY AWAY FAY (IRE) 2.GREY DAWNING (IRE) 3.THE CHANGING MAN (IRE)

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THE HISTORIC HALDON GOLD CUP The first Haldon Gold Cup was run in October 1982 as a weight-for-age race and is now celebrated as the ‘jewel in Exeter’s Crown.’ This is a race steeped in rich racing history.

The feature fixture is an early season highlight at Exeter Racecourse and typically attracts some of the country’s best two mile chasers.

It is also considered a stepping-stone to the world’s most prestigious race over this distance, the Queen Mother Champion Chase which takes place at The Festival™ the following March.

Henrietta Knight has enjoyed numerous successes in the renowned Grade 2 chase winning a record four times with Best Mate (2001), Edredon Bleu (2002 and 2003) and Impek (2006). She reflects: “It is always exciting to win that particular race. You get a tremendous reception and everyone is so welcoming. It’s at the beginning of the season and a prestigious race to win.

If you do well, you really look forward to the rest of the season.”

Paul Nicholls has saddled eight winners to date in Haldon Hill’s most esteemed stage and he speaks fondly of it as ‘one of the early chasing highlights of the season’. He agrees: “I’II try and save a nice horse for it.

It’s a very good start for two-mile horses. Kauto Star finished second in the race in 2005 before he went on to win the Tingle Creek, and we’ve won it with Lake Kariba, Flagship Uberalles, Azertyuiop, Tchico Polos, Vibrato Valtat and in 2017, Politologue.” In 2020 Greaneteen added his name to the roll of honour and went onto win the Celebration Chase at Sandown and the Tingle Creek in 2021.

This race has acted as a benchmark early on in the career of many iconic racehorses who have then gone on to make history. The likes of Cue Card and Sabin du Loir have claimed this title and the 2023 Haldon Gold Cup is set to be just as exhilarating.

Last year, Greaneteen replicated his 2020 feat by claiming victory.

In the hands of Harry Cobden, the Nicholls-trained gelding took the lead from the outset. Despite conceding a stone to his rivals, he made every yard in the race and eventually pulled clear of Dolos after successfully navigating the final fence. Greaneteen finished the race seven lengths clear of the aforementioned 10-year-old with War Lord and Third Time Lucki forced to settle for third and fourth place.

This year, Nicholls is represented by Solo. The seven-year-old won two of his five outings in the previous campaign and was particularly impressive when claiming the Grade Two Coral Pendil Novices’ Chase at Kempton Park in February. Joe Tizzard will be hoping that either Elixer de Nutz or War Lord can secure a victory in a race which his father Colin won on two occasions with Cue Card and Eldorado Allen. Gary Moore fields Editeur du Gite while Brave Seasca and Indiana Jones complete the lineup for Venetia Williams and Mouse Morris.

10 YEAR ROLL OF HONOUR Year

Winner

Age

Weight

SP

Trainer

Jockey

2022

Greaneteen

8

11-12

7/2

Paul Nicholls

Harry Cobden

2021

Eldorado Allen

7

10-7

9/2

Colin Tizzard

Brendan Powell

2020

Greaneteen

6

11-3

15/8F

Paul Nicholls

Harry Cobden

2019

Janika

6

11-10

5/2F

Nicky Henderson

Daryl Jacob

2018

God’s Own

10

11-9

7/2

Tom George

Paddy Brennan

2017

Politologue

6

11-2

5/2F

Paul Nicholls

Sam Twiston-Davies

2016

Sir Valentino

7

10-8

10/1

Tom George

Adrian Heskin

2015

Vibrato Valtat

6

11-0

5/2F

Paul Nicholls

Sam Twiston-Davies

2014

God’s Own

6

10-7

8/1

Tom George

Paddy Brennan

2013

Somersby

9

10-7

9/2

Mick Channon

Dominic Elsworth

THE BETWAY HALDON GOLD CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (LIMITED HANDICAP CHASE) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £80000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £36496, 2nd £14920, 3rd £7456, 4th £3728.

(Penalty Value £47552)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

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O Owner

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): P Nicholls (32 wins from 118 runners, 27%) runs SOLO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 41 runners, 20%) runs SOLO FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2015, 2017, 2020 and 2022. The stable runs SOLO today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: INDIANA JONES trained by M F Morris, Ireland.

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EDITEUR DU GITE (FR) (195)

SOLO (FR) (195)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Flameche (FR) J Harry Cobden T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B Mr Gildas Blain S Morson Group

3

2m 1f 109y

TFRHHHHI BHA165 FORM P/31144-

B g Saddex - Malaga de St Sulpice (FR) 9 11-12 J Niall Houlihan (3) T Gary Moore, Horsham O The Preston Family, Friends & T Jacobs B Mr Daniel Gerault S K M Elite Products Ltd

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S Sponsor Br Breeding

TIMEFORM VIEW Took his form to a new level last term, landing Grade 2 Desert Orchid at Kempton prior to edging out Edwardstone in Clarence House at Cheltenham (16.3f) in January. Not in same form in Champion Chase & Celebration Chase last 2 starts but could well bounce back dropped in class.

29Apr San 15f Ch gd-sf 4/5 Jonbon (FR) 29l 34l 15Mar Chl 15f Ch soft 4/7 Energumene (FR) hd 28Jan Chl 16f Ch soft 1/6 Edwardstone

TFRHHHHH BHA149 FORM 0/1221P- D

7 10-10

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked as good as ever when landing the Pendil at E Tongue Strap Kempton in February, albeit having the run ofthings. Ran modestly in Oaksey Chase at Sandown final start but has good record fresh so expected to bounce back for a yard that has won this race a record 8 times.

29Apr San 22f Ch gd-sf P/6 Hewick (IRE) 25Feb Kmp 20f Ch good 1/5 Datsalrightgino (GER) 2l 9l Dec22 Kmp 20f HcpC soft 2/10 Balco Coastal (FR)

BRAVE SEASCA (FR) (237)

Bl g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Miss Laveron (FR) 8 J Charlie Deutsch T Venetia Williams, Hereford O Brooks & Taylor Families B Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel S Faucets Limited

TFRHHHHI BHA148 FORM 3F/10PP- D

10-9

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when easily winning 2 1/2m handicap chase at Aintree on last season’s return. Well held next 3 starts but subsequently had a breathing operation and first-time up may be the time to catch him.

18Mar Kmp 20f HcpC soft 28Jan Chl 20f HcpC soft 1Jan Chl 20f HcpC soft

P/10 Complete Unknown (IRE) P/16 Il Ridoto (FR) 11/16 Midnight River 21l

4 INDIANA JONES (FR) (26)

TFRHHHHI BHA147

5

TFRHHHHI BHA146 FORM 21202-5 D

FORM 31143-6 B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Matnie (FR) 7 10-8 TIMEFORM VIEW Seems to have put his jumping issues behind him and J Darragh O’Keeffe E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces picked up a couple of novice chase wins last season, notably a Grade 3 at Navan T M. F. Morris, Ireland (2m) in March. Shaped as if needing the run at Cork last month and better O Robcour expected now for yard that won the Charlie Hall at Wetherby on Saturday.

B Mr Francois Marie Cottin 15Oct Crk 17f HcpC yield 6/11 Typical Thomas (IRE) 17l 16l 27Apr Pun 16f Ch gd-yd 3/4 El Fabiolo (FR) 15l 18Mar Thu 18f Ch soft 4/6 Flame Bearer (IRE)

ELIXIR DE NUTZ (FR) (27)

Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Nutz (FR) 9 10-7 J Freddie Gingell (7) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne O Mr Terry Warner B Mr Tangi Saliou & Mme Jocelyne Ventrou S Coral Racing Limited

6

TIMEFORMVIEW Upped his form again over fences last season, scoring at Wincanton in January before good runner-up efforts in Game Spirit at Newbury and good handicap at Ayr. Shaped much more encouragingly than the bare result suggests at Chepstow on return so not taken lightly.

14Oct Chp 19f HcpC soft 5/5 Al Dancer (FR) 32l 3 22Apr Ayr 16f HcpC good 2/9 Malystic /4l 28l 15Mar Chl 15f HcpC soft 9/19 Maskada (FR)

WAR LORD (GER) (214)

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Westalin (GER) 8 10-6 J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne O The Wychwood Partnership B Gestut Etzean S Coral Racing Limited

TFRHHHII BHA140 FORM 2/3P2P5-

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice chaser in 2021/22, but last season didn’t go to plan. Has since undergone a breathing operation but a career best performance would be required from 5lb out of the weights.

10Apr Plm 19f HcpC soft 5/6 Black Gerry (IRE) 20l 16Mar Chl 20f HcpC soft P/23 Seddon (IRE) 51/2l 4Feb Wet 19f HcpC gd-sf 2/5 Gemirande (FR) DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: GREANETEEN (FR) 8 11 12 Harry Cobden 7-2 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3, 6.

Stewards Note: SOLO: Following its run on 29/4/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Solo (FR), 9-2 Editeur du Gite (FR), War Lord (GER), 11-2 Brave Seasca (FR), 6-1 Elixir de Nutz (FR), 13-2 Indiana Jones (FR)

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A very competitive renewal with narrow preference for SOLO, who has a good record fresh and represents a stable that has won this race a record 8 times. Indiana Jones and

PLAY SMARTER Elixir de Nutz both have the advantage of a recent run so are feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SOLO (FR) 2.INDIANA JONES (FR) 3.ELIXIR DE NUTZ (FR)

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THE BETWAY ‘CHALLENGER’ STAYERS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Staying Chase Series Qualifier) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12117, 2nd £6057, 3rd £3030, 4th £1515, 5th £756.

(Penalty Value £15843)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): P Hobbs & J White (26 wins from 212 runners, 12%) runs IBERIO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Bailey (6 wins from 26 runners, 23%) runs BROOMFIELD PRESENT FANCY THAT: P Hobbs & J White won this race in 2013, 2014, 2018 and 2022. The stable runs IBERIO today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HIDDEN HEROICS trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 154 miles.

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COLLECTORS ITEM (IRE) (27)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Leading Lady J Jonjo O’Neill Jr. T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham O Jackdaws Antiques B R. McCarthy S Wasdell Group

2

NOTACHANCE (IRE) (237)

B g Mahler - Ballybrowney Hall (IRE) J Tom Cannon T Alan King, Barbury Castle O Mrs Kathryn Leadbeater B Miss Lisa Pyne S Goodwin Racing Ltd

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6

12-2

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12-0

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J Jockey

O Owner

T Trainer

B Breeder

S Sponsor Br Breeding

3m 54y

TFRHHHHI BHA132 FORM 15123-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice hurdle winner last season. Also good third in 23f Uttoxeter handicap on final start. Presumably needed the run when a remote last of 4 in 19.5f Chepstow Listed novice chase on reappearance and could prove a different proposition now.

14Oct Chp 19f Ch soft 4/4 Unexpected Party (FR) 43l 51/4l 18Mar Utt 23f HcpH soft 3/13 Trelawne 18Feb Hay 24f Hdl gd-sf 2/12 Makin’yourmindup s.h

TFRHHHII BHA130 FORM 23/4303- CD

TIMEFORMVIEW Not quite the force ofold but largely acquitted himself E Cheek Pieces well last term, culminating with third of 17 in Midlands Grand National at Uttoxeter in March. Contender if primed for this reappearance.

18Mar Utt 34f HcpC soft 3/17 Major Dundee (IRE) 18Feb Hay 28f HcpC gd-sf 7/14 Quick Wave (FR) 14Jan War 29f HcpC heavy 3/13 Iwilldoit

HIDDEN HEROICS (FR) (13)

21l 30l 33/4l

TFRHHIII BHA130

FORM 1155-5P CD B g Coastal Path - Quine de Sivola (FR) 6 12-0 TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner on chase debut a year ago and J Harry Skelton followed up in a small field at Cheltenham next time. Subsequent T Dan Skelton, Alcester efforts have been modest though, including pulling up back at O Mr Ian Lawrence Cheltenham last month.

B Mr Mickael Fennessy 28Oct Chl 25f HcpC gd-sf P/13 Whacker Clan (IRE) 25l S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes 19May Ain 24f HcpC good 5/11 Kinondo Kwetu 14l 19Apr Chl 26f HcpC good 5/11 Captain Cattistock

4 ASK ME EARLY (IRE) (214) Gr g Ask - Cotton Ali (IRE) J Miss Megan Bevan (7) T Harry Fry, Corscombe O The Dare Family B Barry Lynch

5

TFRHHHHI BHA130 FORM 1U/3P6D- C D

12-0

E Tongue Strap

7

TFRHHHHH BHA127 FORM P/41/121- D

11-11

E Visor

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler last season, winning a Ffos Las maiden and 3m Haydock handicap from only 3 starts. Returns with his yard in form and his point background suggests he could do even better over fences. Very interesting runner.

22Mar Hay 24f HcpH soft 1/6 Galudon (FR) 31/2l 1l 12Jan Cat 25f Hdl heavy 2/5 Captain Westie (IRE) 11/2l Nov22 Fls 20f Hdl soft 1/8 Inflexible (FR)

LE CAMELEON (GB) (30)

B or Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Countess Camilla 8 11-11 J David Noonan E Tongue Strap T Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton O The Pretenders & Partner B H. Davies & R. Davies S Kendall & Davies

7

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive novice chaser in 2020/21 and also scored twice over hurdles in late 2021. Didn’t go on from a promising reappearance third last season but capable when fresh and on a dangerous mark if staging a revival.

10Apr Chp 23f HcpC gd-sf D/8 Ballinsker (IRE) 26l 18Mar Utt 23f HcpH soft 6/13 Trelawne Dec22 Chp 30f HcpC soft P/17 The Two Amigos

BROOMFIELD PRESENT (IRE) (233)

B g Presenting - Diklers Oscar (IRE) J David Bass T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham O Turf Club 2022 B William O’Keeffe S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

6

9

TFRHHIII BHA127 FORM 05133-4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form to win a 3m Ludlow handicap in March.

Ended last season with a couple of creditable third places but he was below form when a distant fourth on his Ludlow reappearance a month ago.

11Oct Lud 23f HcpC good 4/5 Quick Draw (IRE) 24Apr Kmp 24f HcpC gd-sf 3/7 Pasvolsky (IRE) 3Apr Lud 23f HcpC gd-sf 3/7 Annsam

RUN TO MILAN (IRE) (222)

B g Milan - Run Supreme (IRE) 11 11-8 J Alan Johns E Tongue Strap T Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple O Barber, Birchenhough, De Wilde B Close Holding Ltd S Hartnoll Hotel

92l 15l 73/4l

TFRHHIII BHA124 FORM 0/P3302- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Former C&D winner. Showed he’s still capable of quite useful form when placed 3 times last season. Makes return after 7 months off.

2Apr 11Mar 7Jan

28

Asc San San

23f HcpC gd-sf 2/6 Two For Gold (IRE) 24f HcpC soft 7/9 Mucho Mas (IRE) 24f HcpC soft 3/18 Wishing And Hoping (IRE)

31/2l 44l 71/4l

8 MAKE ME A BELIEVER (IRE) (223)

Br g Presenting - Kiltiernan Robin (IRE) 8 11-8 J Jack Tudor E Tongue Strap T David Pipe, Wellington O Prof. C. Tisdall & Jane Gerard-Pearse B Cafre Enniskillen Campus S W & S Recycling

9

FOXBORO (GER) (10)

B g Maxios - Fair Breeze (GER) J Harry Kimber (3) T Robert Walford, Blandford O Lewis Nettley Racing B Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

8

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/novice hurdle winner. Unable to make a significant impact in handicap chases last winter but it’s still fairly early days and it’s possible a wind op since last seen will have had a positive effect.

1Apr Utt 20f HcpC soft 4/5 Blackjack Magic 73/4l 21l 11Mar San 24f HcpC soft 6/9 Mucho Mas (IRE) Dec22 Exe 19f HcpC gd-sf 6/11 Shakem Up’arry (IRE) 13l

TFRHHIII BHA123 (-2) FORM 0561P-0

11-7

E Cheek Pieces

TIMEFORM VIEW Struck twice last season but was seventh on his Chepstow reappearance 10 days ago.

31Oct Chp 19f HcpC gd-sf 7/11 The King of Ryhope 8Apr Ntn 20f HcpC soft P/7 Fox Pro (FR) 24Mar Nby 22f HcpC soft 1/8 Yes Indeed (FR)

10 MY SILVER LINING (IRE) (22) 7

Gr m Cloudings (IRE) - Welsh Connection (IRE) J James Best T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough O Mrs Celia Djivanovic B Mr & Mrs James Hannon S Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3 wins in her last 4 starts when seeing off 6 rivals at Wincanton (25f) on reappearance 3 weeks ago. She did that readily but more will be needed off 7lb higher in a deeper affair.

TIMEFORM VIEW Was unable to fire in 2 handicap hurdles last winter but E Tongue Strap he did win a course novice hurdle in March 2022 and the fact he’s a winning pointer provides hope he’ll take to chasing. Has had wind surgery.

1Feb Exe 23f HcpH gd-sf 8/11 Farmer’s Gamble Dec22 Chp 23f HcpH soft 5/10 Flight Deck (IRE) Nov22 Car 19f Hdl soft 2/6 Knockanore (IRE)

B g Kamsin (GER) - Imogen (GER) 6 10-11 J Micheal Nolan E Cheek Pieces T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead O Brocade Racing B Gestut Etzean S Philip Hobbs Racing

Gr g Martaline - Clipsy (FR) J Adam Wedge T Evan Williams, Llancarfan O Against All Odds Racing B Mr Maurice Rouhaut-Leger

10l /4l 23l

3

TFRHHHII BHA114 FORM 111/250- C D

7 10-12

12 IBERIO (GER) (17)

13 CORAL (FR) (494)

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TFRHHHII BHA120 FORM 35151-1

11-4

19Oct Wcn 25f HcpC good 1/7 Wake Up Early (IRE) 20Apr Chl 25f HcpC good 1/8 Juniper 6Mar Swl 24f HcpC good 5/10 Forward Plan (IRE)

11 JUST A DIME (IRE) (282) B g Doyen (IRE) - Somebody’s Darling (IRE) J Ben Jones T Ben Clarke, Beaminster O Mr Adrian Paterson B Mr Brett Merry S Tote

TFRHHHII BHA124 FORM 213//664-

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10-4

29l 37l 43/4l

TFRHHHII BHA113 FORM 25214-4 D

TIMEFORMVIEW Bumperwinnerwho opened his account over hurdles at Taunton (3m, heavy) in March. Creditable fourth on his C&D chase debut, although he didn’t look entirely straightforward (hung left).

24Oct Exe 24f HcpC good 4/11 Any News (IRE) 8Apr Ntn 26f HcpH soft 4/7 Ramo (FR) 30Mar Tnt 23f HcpH heavy 1/4 Guernesey (FR)

61/2l 34l 20l

TFRHHIII BHA106 FORM 1P3/244-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over fences at Worcester in autumn 2021 but absent since finishing fourth there in July 2022 (final start for Fergal O’Brien).

Given a chance by the handicapper.

Jul22 Wor 23f HcpC good 4/10 D’Jango (FR) Jun22 Wor 23f HcpC good 4/6 Lord Bryan (IRE) Jun22 Wor 23f HcpC good 2/6 Oscar Montel (IRE)

17l 41l 1 /4l 3

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: MASTERS LEGACY (IRE) 7 12 0 Micheal Nolan 7-1 (Philip Hobbs) 11 ran Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 7, 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 9, 12.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8, 11.

Stewards Note: ASK ME EARLY: Following its run on 10/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

IBERIO: Following its run on 24/10/2023 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake at a fence.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 My Silver Lining (IRE), 6-1 Broomfield Present (IRE), 13-2 Collectors Item (IRE), 8-1 Ask Me Early (IRE), 10-1 Iberio (GER), 12-1 Notachance (IRE), 16-1 Le Cameleon (GB), Just A Dime (IRE), 18-1 Make Me A Believer (IRE), 20-1 Hidden Heroics (FR), Run To Milan (IRE), 25-1 Coral (FR), 40-1 Foxboro (GER)

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BROOMFIELD PRESENT (IRE) 2.COLLECTORS ITEM (IRE) 3.ASK ME EARLY (IRE)

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Although BROOMFIELD PRESENT lacks experience for a race like this his yard is in good form and a point win at the start of his career provides plenty of hope that he can translate his useful hurdle ability to fences. Collectors Item has the potential to PLAY SMARTER leave his Chepstow chase debut behind and is second choice ahead of Ask Me Early, who has a decent record fresh and has been given a chance by the handicapper.

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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.35 - THE BETWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8168 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1880 and the fourth £941. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 4th and pay £74 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 to Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 19 entries at £74. - Closed November 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £6259; Second £3130; Third £1564; Fourth £783. (Penalty Value £8168.46) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.10 - THE BETWAY ‘CHALLENGER’ MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 8th. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs (2m 4f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 18th April, 2024. 19 entries at £100. - Closed November 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.45 - THE BETWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8168 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1880 and the fourth £941. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 4th and pay £74 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 8th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 to Class 2 hurdle race 10lb.

A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 24 entries at £74. - Closed November 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6259; Second £3130; Third £1564; Fourth £783. (Penalty Value £8168.46) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.20 - THE EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY AT BETWAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4225 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 4th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 8th. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 28 entries at £40. - Closed November 4th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3232; Second £1616; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4225.86) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.55 - THE BETWAY ‘FUTURE STARS’ SILVER BOWL NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £21784 to the winning horse The second to receive £10036, the third £5016 and the fourth £2512. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 4th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 8th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 steeple chase 5lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 or Class 2 steeple chase 8lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined. No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. In addition, a silver bowl will presented to the winning trainer, to be held until next November. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race.

7 entries at £200. - Closed November 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £16692; Second £8348; Third £4172; Fourth £2088. (Penalty Value £21784) A SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.30 - THE BETWAY HALDON GOLD CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (LIMITED HANDICAP CHASE) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £47552 to the winning horse The second to receive £17808, the third £8896 and the fourth £4440. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 4th and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

November 8th. Lowest weight 10st 6lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb No penalty to increase Horse’s weight above 11st 12lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Horses will be led past the stands before turning to canter to the start.

PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 10 entries at £400. - Closed November 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £36496; Second £14920; Third £7456; Fourth £3728. (Penalty Value £47552) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.00 - THE BETWAY ‘CHALLENGER’ STAYERS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Staying Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15843 to the winning horse The second to receive £7290, the third £3645, the fourth £1824 and the fifth £909. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 8th.

Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYING CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of Three Miles About One and a Half Furlongs (3m 1f 100 yds) at Warwick on 4th April, 2024. 24 entries at £150. - Closed November 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. 31

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