Fakenham Racecard - Sunday 19th December

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CHRISTMAS RACE MEETING SUNDAY 19TH DECEMBER 2021

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WELCOME All of us at Fakenham are delighted we are able to welcome you to today’s race meeting, despite the testing times we currently live in. It has been great to have racegoers back since October – long may it last. None of us can afford to be complacent about the challenges of Covid so please comply with the national policy and guidelines. Respect people’s personal space; wash you hands frequently and thoroughly; wear a face covering when inside (unless eating or drinking); carry proof of your Covid vaccination status – and have FUN. I would like to thank today’s sponsors Lightdoor Ltd and Hellesdon Leather & Cloth Furniture Company and all of our dedicated casual staff who’s help and support is vital to the smooth running of today’s race meeting.

Finally, I wish everyone a Very Happy Christmas & New Year. Stay safe, sane and happy and I hope that we shall see you here for racing on New Year’s Day. Best Wishes, David Hunter Chief Executive PATRON: HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES CHAIRMAN: IAN MASON DIRECTORS: JONATHAN BARBER, SAM BULLARD, ADAM CASE, DALE PAYNE, SOPHIA KEYS, NIGEL SAVORY, WILLIAM WALES, SUSIE WALES CHIEF EXECUTIVE & CLERK OF THE COURSE: DAVID HUNTER

THIS AFTERNOON’S OFFICIALS SUNDAY 19TH DECEMBER 2021 CHIEF STEWARD: LOUISE MOORE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR: IAN COMER STEWARD: GORDON MARKHAM, BEN FORD ASSISTANT STEWARD: BETH DOWSWELL CLERK OF THE SCALES: JEREMY LIND JUDGE: PAUL CHAMPION STARTERS: WILLIE JARDINE & KIERAN O’SHEA MEDICAL OFFICERS: DR. NICK MORTON, DR. NICOLA WALLACE-KING & DR. DUNCAN PEACOCK VETERINARY SURGEONS: MR. DAVID FENELEY, MR. TOBY KEMBLE & MRS DIANA VERHULSTVETERINARY OFFICER: COLIN ROBERTS EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS: JOHN BRAMHILL, SHAUN MITCHELL & LOUISE SHERIDAN BETTING RING MANAGER: SARAH WOODBORNE COMMENTATOR: TIM PETERS HEAD GROUNDSMAN: MATTHEW KING SECURITY & COVID OFFICER: HARRY STEED PHOTOGRAPHER: NICK BUTCHER

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Mr J. M. Quinlan (7) J O Mr A. G. Blackmore Alan Blackmore, Hertford T 13 B Mrs M. R. T. Rimell Horserace Totalisator Board T/A Totesport S 14 TIMEFORMVIEW Standing dish at this course, 11 of his 12 career wins achieved here.Tough and reliable and track record makes him impossible to discount, but long in tooth now and beaten in points this year.

TFR★★★✩✩ BHA143 Br B g Environment Friend - Roxy River

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BHA Rating Timeform View & TFR Rating Horses Trainer & Their Location Jockey Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey Saddlecloth number Horse’s name Days since the horse last run Horse’s age Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) 13. Horse’s owner 14. Horse’s breeder 15. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

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

Star Ratings Explained Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: ★★★★★ Selected to win the race. ★★★★✩ Good chance of being placed. ★★★✩✩ By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims. ★★✩✩✩ Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. ★✩✩✩✩ Can be given little or no chance.

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BHA RATINGS

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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LAST TIME AT FAKENHAM

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Tuesday 16th November 2021

Weatherbys kindly sponsored our last meeting and we were treated to some top quality racing. Bryony Frost and Lucy Wadham stole the show as the duo teamed up twice to take home our first and fith races.

The day kicked off with the Weatherbys E-Passport Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle.

A class four event for three-year-olds and upwards, a small but select field of four went to post, with the market headed by Auditoria. Miss Mulligan set out in front under Nick Scholfield to try and make all and there were to be no hiding place for the mares’ in behind.

The complexion of the race all changed at the sixth when favourite Auditoria got the hurdle all wrong and threw Aidan Coleman from the saddle. That left just the three of them and coming into the home straight the early exertions took their toll on Pollypocket and she slipped back through the field. Bryony Frost kept at Terresita, galvanising her to pass the long-time leader, who just failed to make all. A three-mile race for Conditional jockeys came next and this time Olly Murphys favourite stayed on his feet to win by an impressive 18 lengths. David England sat quietly at the back of the field, picking off his rivals one by one to win in splendid isolation. Salley Gardens made it a quick-fire double for the Warwickshire based stable and despite Tom O’Brien’s persistence in the saddle, Sally Gardens was far superior to his rivals. Just as it began to look like favourites might dominate the day, punters were thrown another curve ball as favourite The Some Dance Kid never

looked happy. Theo Gillard, despite his best urgings’, couldn’t get The Some Dance Kid to ever get himself into the race. He was pulled up before the 8th and left the four that remained to battle out the finish. Uncle O and Little Light got racing a long way out but Adam Wedge kept his mount Sabbathical in touch before taking it up turning for home. He fairly winged the last and came home the 21 length winner, Little Light plugged on for second, leaving Uncle O back in third. Our first Class three race was another Mares’ race but this time for four-year-olds and upwards. Bryony Frost continued her trend of trying to make all but this time she got it spot on.

DON ’T M I S S O U R N E X T M E E T I NG SATURDAY 1st JANUARY - NEW YEARS DAY SEE YOU THERE! She got Sorbet jumping excellently and set inch perfect fractions to stack up the field before kicking on turning the bend.

Most of her rivals were beaten a long way from home and only Voice Of Calm could really keep up with the long time leader but she didn’t have enough left in the tank to go past Sorbet and had to settle for second. Our penultimate race and final one over obstacles was a Limited Handicap chase that was won by Major Dundee in the Exors Of The Late Trevor Hemmings. The market couldn’t really separate the field and Major Dundee was sent off the 6/1 outsider but that seemed to have no impact on his effort. The Golden Rebel looked like he might have slipped the field but Tom Cannon was not letting him get away that easily and once asked a serious question, Major Dundee stayed on stoutly. He just led going into the last and went readily away from the tired looking The Golden Rebel. Our final

race of the afternoon was the traditional bumper, run over the minimum trip. From the off, Caoilin Quinn was at pains to restrain Gallopade, who was very keen on his first start. They were spread wide over the track but went a steady gallop and it developed into a little bit of a sprint when they entered the final couple of furlongs. Sea The Clouds and Gallopade pulled away from the rest of the field, who weren’t making any impression on the front two. Gallopade quickly left his rival in his wake and Caoilin Quinn didn’t even have to get into the driving position to win. It was a very nice performance from a horse who had been keen early doors but finished off his race in serious style. He would be one to onside on his next start and looks like he may have a bright future ahead of him.

LEADING FAKENHAM JOCKEY (2021-22): Bryony Frost (3 wins) Adam Wedge (3 wins)

About two miles (2m 3yds)

FIRST RACE 12.20

THE BUY TODAY FAKENHAM 2022 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £8500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3547, 2nd £1774, 3rd £887, 4th £444.

(Penalty Value £4629.10)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (16-21): L Wadham (21 wins from 65 runners, 32%) runs CODE NAME LISE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs COOL STONE Longest Travellers: COOL STONE trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 182 miles.

SHIROCCY ROAD trained by E Lavelle, Marlborough, 182 miles.

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CODE NAME LISE (IRE) (36) 210-3 D

Br B m Fame And Glory - Firth of Five (IRE) O Ms E. L. Banks B Trish Markey & Frances Hatton

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Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T GB Helicopters S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in a bumper at Ascot in February. Matched that form when third in listed company last month on the back of a wind op and this a good starting point over hurdles.

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COOL STONE (GB) (31) 43-2

Br B m Kayf Tara - Stoney Path O Mrs Sue Welch & Alan King B Mrs S. C. Welch

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Tom Cannon J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to make a chaser in time and left bumper form behind when runner-up on hurdles bow at Wincanton a month ago. Likely to build on that.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

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SHIROCCY ROAD (GB) (31) 0-6P5

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Folie Dancer O Mr J. R. Lavelle & Dr Mark Scott B Mr J. R. Lavelle & Dr Mark Scott

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Ben Jones J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW From a family connections know well but little to shout about in 4 starts so far, TFRHHIII BHA-

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ANGELS LANDING (IRE) (15) 32P Br B f Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Kalinka Malinka (IRE) O The Piranha Partnership B Glen Devlin & Facinating Rock Syndicate

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Charlie Todd (3) J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner (at 11f) and similar form over hurdles, stepping up on her Ludlow debut third when runner-up at Leicester. Found 17f in the mud at Aintree too much of a test latest.

TFRHHHII BHA97 DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

2020: MARTELLO SKY 4 11 4 Bryony Frost 11-8 (Lucy Wadham) 6 ran

Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Code Name Lise (IRE), 15-8 Cool Stone (GB), 5-1 Angels Landing (IRE), 20-1 Shiroccy Road (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

CODE NAME LISE laid a very solid foundation for hurdling in bumpers an, kept to her own sex, is fancied to make a winning start over obstacles. Cool Stone is the obvious threat, though Angels Landing needs considering in receipt of a healthy weight-for-age allowance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CODE NAME LISE (IRE) 2.COOL STONE 3.ANGELS LANDING (IRE)

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BEST TURNED OUT A Fakenham Annual Member will kindly present mementoes to the winning owner and will also judge and present a prize of £50 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

TODAY’S SPONSORS The Directors of Fakenham Racecourse Limited would like to thank Lightdoor Ltd & Hellesdon Leather Cloth Furniture Company for their generous sponsorship at today’s race meeting.

H.B.L.B PRIZE MONEY The Horserace Betting Levy Board Prize Money Scheme provides for the inclusion of £366,670 added money for this racecourse for 2021.

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SECOND RACE 12.50

Two miles about five furlongs (2m 5f 44yds)

THE FAKENHAM MEMBERSHIP AS A CHRISTMAS PRESENT MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3589, 2nd £1795, 3rd £897, 4th £449, 5th £280, 6th £280.

(Penalty Value £4683.56)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (16-21): L Wadham (21 wins from 65 runners, 32%) runs CONNIE WILDE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Wadham (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs CONNIE WILDE Longest Traveller: DIAMOND ROSE trained by J S Smith, Tirley, 179 miles.

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BROWN BULLET (IRE) (32) 1551-55

Br B m Arcadio (GER) - Barrack Buster O Dan Shaw Simon Clare Andy Irvine B Paul Doyle

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Page Fuller J Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T Global Herbs Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who bagged her second victory over hurdles in 17f Fontwell handicap in March. Has underperformed on both outings (chase debut on latest) this term, but can’t be ignored down in grade.

TFRHHHHI BHA106

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GLORIOUS LADY (IRE) (6) 400-530 D

Br B m Fame And Glory - Lady Secret (FR) O Glorious Days Racing B Cleaboy Stud

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Tabitha Worsley (5) J Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lost her way for Keith Dalgleish and hasn’t shown much for this yard as yet, down the field in a handicap chase at Plumpton 6 days ago. Hard to fancy.

TFRHHIII BHA99

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DIAMOND ROSE (GB) (13) 35-5405 D

Br B m Sagamix (FR) - Swiss Rose O Grand Jury Partnership B Grand Jury Partnership

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Harry Bannister J Julian Smith, Tirley T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over hurdles and, despite late errors, posted his best effort over fences when fifth in stronger race at Ludlow recently. Could land this by default if she runs to form. TFRHHHHH BHA82

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THE FECKENHAM FOX (GB) (17) 00FP-00

Br Ch m Malinas (GER) - Broughton Melody O Mr Kevin Hay B Mrs J. Thomason-Murphy

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James Best J Max Young, Droitwich T

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in 3 runs between the flags/over hurdles, so no reason to think he’ll get TFRHHIII BHA79 seriously involved on this first go at chasing.

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PEGGYCLARE (IRE) (52) 00//P-000 Br Ch m Vertical Speed (FR) - Outdoor Heather (IRE) O Ben Lund Racing Club B Andrew Pierce

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Ben Godfrey (5) J Ben Lund, Bridgwater T

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited hurdler who looks firmly up against it from out of the weights on chasing debut.

TFRHIIII BHA72

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CONNIE WILDE (IRE) (271) 6P506P-

Br B m Oscar (IRE) - Mandys Native (IRE) O THE SANGUINERS B Martin & Leonard O’Hanlon

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Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has failed to threaten in half-a-dozen attempts over hurdles and he’s well out of the weights returning from 9 months off, so it’s probably best to look elsewhere.

TFRHHIII BHA71 DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2020: PRINCESS ROXY 7 11 1 Harry Bannister 5-4 (Ben Case) 6 ran

Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Diamond Rose (GB), 9-4 Brown Bullet (IRE), 10-1 Glorious Lady (IRE), 16-1 Connie Wilde (IRE), 20-1 The Feckenham Fox (GB), 40-1 Peggyclare (IRE)

A decidedly weak contest that may well go the way of DIAMOND ROSE, the only one who arrives on the back of a creditable effort. Brown Bullet should find this easier than her chasing debut, so PLAY SMARTER she could throw down the main challenge to the selection. The remaining quartet are hard to recommend.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DIAMOND ROSE 2.BROWN BULLET (IRE) 3.GLORIOUS LADY (IRE)

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BEST TURNED OUT Charles & Alice Mason will kindly present mementoes to the winning owner and will also judge and present a prize of £50 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

TODAY’S VISITORS We are pleased to welcome visitors from Epsom, Sandown and Warwick to Fakenham today, and hope that they have a most enjoyable day’s racing”.

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TODAY’S SPONSORS

The Directors & Staff of Fakenham Racecourse Limited would like to wish Lightdoor Ltd and their guests a most enjoyable day’s racing.

FAKENHAM RACECOURSE PHOTOGRAPHER The official photographer on this course is:

NICK BUTCHER Leaderboard Photography Tel: 07979 334732 www.leaderboardphotography.com

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed.

Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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Two miles about four furlongs (2m 4f 1yd)

THIRD RACE 1.20

THE HELLESDON LEATHER & CLOTH FURNITURE COMPANY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3547, 2nd £1774, 3rd £887, 4th £444.

(Penalty Value £4629.10)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (16-21): N King (11 wins from 84 runners, 13%) runs JUSTIFIED Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (6 wins from 36 runners, 17%) runs COMMODORE MILLER Fancy That: B Case won this race in 2014 & 2018. The stable runs CONCEROE today.

Longest Traveller: JUSTIFIED trained by N King, Burderop, 190 miles.

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BATTLE OF MARATHON (USA) (6)

Br B g War Front (USA) - Sayedah (IRE) O Emma Ryan & Partner B Galleria Bloodstock & Rhinestone B/stock

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Charlie Todd (3) J John Ryan, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat, stays 16.5f, step back in right direction when fourth at Chelmsford last week. Belated hurdles debut.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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COMMODORE MILLER (GB) (42) 04

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Milliegait O HP Racing Commodore Miller B The Hon Mrs E. J. Wills

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Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much better effort in bumpers when fourth at Sandown on return 6 weeks ago. Likely player on hurdles bow.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

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CONCEROE (IRE) (14) 1520-3

Br Br g Yeats (IRE) - Made In Kk (IRE) O Lady Jane Grosvenor B J. and J. Lawler

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Jack Andrews (5) J Ben Case, Banbury T David Andrews Construction Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers, successful at Warwick first time up. Showed an aptitude for hurdling at the first attempt after 8 months off when third at Kelso 2 weeks ago and step up in trip will suit. TFRHHHHH BHA-

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HAZARD COLLONGES (FR) (31) 0-53

Br B g Coastal Path - Prouesse Collonges (FR) O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B G.A.E.C. Delorme Freres

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Daryl Jacob J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 in a polytrack bumper on debut in February but showed more both starts over hurdles this season, third of 5 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (18.6f, good to soft) 31 days ago.

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JUSTIFIED (GB) (64)

Br Br g Authorized (IRE) - Caribbean Dancer (USA) O Mr B Bell, Mr M Harrod & Mr G Sainsbury B Mr H. C. Hart

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Bryony Frost J Neil King, Burderop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on Flat, stays 2m, respectable effort last time. Sold from Mark Johnston 24,000 gns later in October. Not taken lightly on hurdles bow.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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MIXEDWAVE (IRE) (17) 0-40

Br B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Chicklemix O The Stablemates II B P. M. & M. H. Sly

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Paul O’Brien J Pam Sly, Peterborough T Pam Sly Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Average form in a brace of course bumpers in the spring and down the field on hurdles bow at Market Rasen on return.

TFRHIIII BHA-

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TIME PLEASE (GB) (220) 1-3

Br B g Millenary - Saffron’s Song (IRE) O Caroline Fryer B Killashee House Limited

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Fergus Gregory J Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Millenary gelding. Won sole start in points (Mar 29). 5/1, pulled too hard when last of 3 in bumper at Fontwell (17.7f, good to firm) on NH debut. Off 7 months. Makes hurdles debut.

TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 7

2020: DIOCLETIAN (IRE) 5 11 0 Page Fuller 10-3 (Andrew Balding) 11 ran

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Conceroe (IRE), 10-3 Commodore Miller (GB), 8-1 Battle of Marathon (USA), Justified (GB), 10-1 Hazard Collonges (FR), 11-1 Time Please (GB), 33-1 Mixedwave (IRE)

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Bumper-winner CONCEROE showed an aptitude for hurdling at the first attempt when third at Kelso 2 weeks ago and should have more to offer over this longer trip. He appeals as the most likely winner ahead of Commodore Miller, who showed much more in a Sandown bumper on PLAY SMARTER return.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CONCEROE (IRE) 2.COMMODORE MILLER 3.HAZARD COLLONGES (FR)

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FOURTH RACE 1.50

Three miles about five furlongs (3m 5f 24yds)

THE CHRISTMAS CRACKER STAYERS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3589, 2nd £1795, 3rd £897, 4th £449, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280.

(Penalty Value £4683.56) Weights lowered 3lb.

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (16-21): Christian Williams (16 wins from 55 runners, 29%) runs JONY MAX & UNO MAS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Snowden (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs FACT OF THE MATTER Longest Traveller: FAIRLAWN FLYER trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 339 miles.

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B Breeder

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S Sponsor

FACT OF THE MATTER (IRE) (36) 343220

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Br B g Brian Boru - Womanofthemountain (IRE) O The Sandylini Racing Partnership B Mr Gabriel Fahy

Gavin Sheehan J Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T Betvictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time chase winner who found run of good form coming to a halt at Cheltenham 5 weeks ago, though should bounce back returned to this level.

TFRHHHHI BHA111

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WICK GREEN (GB) (25) 061-PP1

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Br B g Sagamix (FR) - Jolly Dancer O Shy John Partnership B Mr C. Horton

11-9

Mr Peter Mason (7) J Jennifer Mason, Cirencester T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner whose record under Rules is rather all or nothing so far, though made a winning return in 4-runner event at Hereford on handicap bow last month and only 1lb higher here.

TFRHHHII BHA110

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ECOSSAIS (FR) (37) 3312-U4 Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Sacade (FR) O Oliver Greenall Racing Club B Jacques Cypres

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11-8

Henry Brooke J Oliver Greenall, Malpas T Swansway, Smartplanner S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times at Southwell last season. Unseated early on Wetherby return but below par TFRHHHII BHA109 at Worcester next time. Type to bounce back.

4

LORD GETAWAY (IRE) (16) 2-52U32

9

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Terre d’Orient (FR) O Mrs J. Evans B Mr Paul Gibbons & Mrs Lucy Gibbons

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Shane Quinlan (5) J James Evans, Kinnersley T The Little Jet Company Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run is mounting up but turned in best effort of the season reverting to front-running tactics for the first time in over 2 years when runner-up at Sedgefield 16 days ago.

TFRHHHII BHA109

5

UNO MAS (GB) (49) 012111 C Br B g Morozov (USA) - Broomhill Lady O Christian Williams Racing Club B Derwent Dene Farm

7

11-2

Ellis Collier (10) J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated over hurdles in the autumn, making it 4 wins from his last 5 starts at Huntingdon 7 weeks ago. Only 1lb higher here but record over fences not as convincing.

TFRHHHII BHA103

6

FAIRLAWN FLYER (GB) (32) 321041

Br B g Dr Massini (IRE) - She’s Our Native (IRE) O Mr Ross Williams B Miss E. Nicholas & R. Williams

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11-1

James Bowen J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when scoring in good style on handicap debut at Perth and further progress last 2 starts, including when making a winning chase bow at Ffos Las last month. More to come over this longer trip.

TFRHHHHH BHA102

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JONY MAX (IRE) (17) 400-221 Br B g Mahler - Supreme Sunday (IRE) O StQuintonMauleIntPlyw’dVordermanS-Daniel B John and Miriam Murphy

6

11-0

Jack Tudor (3) J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little over hurdles but much more like it over fences this season, off the mark at Wincanton 17 days ago. Will stay this far and sound claims with prospect of more to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA101 DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2020:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Jony Max (IRE), 4-1 Fairlawn Flyer (GB), 9-2 Uno Mas (GB), 6-1 Fact of The Matter (IRE), 7-1 Wick Green (GB), 10-1 Lord Getaway (IRE), 11-1 Ecossais (FR)

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FAIRLAWN FLYER opened his account in this sphere at the first time of asking at Ffos Las last month and left the impression that he will relish this longer trip. Jony Max is another up-andPLAY SMARTER coming chaser to be positive about, while Fact of The Matter should bounce back returned to this lesser level.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FAIRLAWN FLYER 2.JONY MAX (IRE) 3.FACT OF THE MATTER (IRE)

Don’t forget to bet on the 2:00 at KEMPTON PARK. BEST TURNED OUT Nick & Jenny Pope will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and will judge the best turned out horse in this race and present a prize of £50 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse.

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FIFTH RACE 2.20

THE NEW YEAR’S DAY RACING AT FAKENHAM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Fakenham Double Up Bonus Race)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3589, 2nd £1795, 3rd £897, 4th £449, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (16-21): L Wadham (21 wins from 65 runners, 32%) runs TINY TANTRUM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (6 wins from 36 runners, 17%) runs LELANTOS Longest Traveller: THE KNOT IS TIED trained by N King, Burderop, 190 miles.

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colours

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no

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horse

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

THE KNOT IS TIED (IRE) (28) 3-46134 C

age

6

Br B g Casamento (IRE) - Really Polish (USA) O Ken Lawrence & Roy Mousley B Ringfort Stud

st-lb

12-1

Bryony Frost J Neil King, Burderop T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally gained a second hurdle success when easily seeing off 5 rivals over 20f here in October.

Didn’t fully convince over 3m at Aintree but hard to find excuses for Uttoxeter defeat since. TFRHHHHI BHA112

2

MANOFTHEMOMENT (IRE) (259) P/26521-

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Endless Ambition (IRE) O Caroline Fryer B Stephen Eustace

7 11-12

Jack Andrews (5) J Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who opened chase account at Warwick last winter and ended last term with another win at Plumpton. Since left Tom George.

TFRHHHII BHA109

3

LELANTOS (IRE) (26) 525021 Br Br g Presenting - Western Focus (IRE) O Middleham Park Racing XCI B Patrick Cashman

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11-3

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran his best race at the longest trip he has tackled when second at Fontwell (25.8f) back from 4 months off in November. Didn’t need to improve to go one better at Southwell. Should be a factor again.

TFRHHHHI BHA100

4

TINY TANTRUM (IRE) (23) 335-P44

Br B g Fame And Glory - Sara’s Smile O Mrs N. Kappler B Thomas Meagher

5 10-12

Jack Quinlan J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers but still a work in progress over hurdles. Switch to handicaps and TFRHHHHH BHA95 application of headgear could prompt an improved showing.

5

LADY MALARKEY (IRE) (12) B4-0020

Br B m Scorpion (IRE) - Heather Feather (IRE) O Mr Peter Price B Harry Gettings

6

10-6

Jordan Nailor (3) J John Groucott, Much Wenlock T

TIMEFORM VIEW Ignored in the betting but offered a lot more on handicap debut fitted with a hood when second of 9 at Worcester last month. That aid was left off when well held at Uttoxeter since.

TFRHHHII BHA89

6

MOSSING (GB) (36) 6/0/-0150 Br B m Passing Glance - Missy Moscow (IRE) O Mrs J. Evans B Mrs Jane Evans

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10-5

Ben Poste J James Evans, Kinnersley T The Little Jet Company Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a weak race to get off the mark at Bangor in May. Wasn’t seen to best effect back from an absence at Uttoxeter last month and she’s likely to build on that. TFRHHHII BHA88

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WINTER HOLIDAY (GB) (35) U34-UP1 Br B m Dubai Destination (USA) - Tamara King (IRE) O Mr and Mrs R. H. F. Fuller B Charlotte Fuller

7

10-2

Page Fuller J Charlotte Fuller, Penwood T

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on 2 of her 3 starts in bumpers, but limited impact over hurdles for Jamie Snowden. Handicap debut for new yard.

TFRHHIII BHA85

8

MOIDORE (GB) (29) 5-43305 D

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Flash of Gold O Mr C. T. Pogson B The Queen

12

10-0

Philip Armson (7) J Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield T

TIMEFORM VIEW Not won for a while and flattered by a slowly-run race at Huntingdon latest. 7lb out of the weights.

TFRHHIII BHA76

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2020: JUGE ET PARTI (FR) 7 12 0 Miss Brodie Hampson 14-1 (Archie Watson) 9 ran

Visor worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6.

Stewards Note: THE KNOT IS TIED: Following its run on 21/11/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

LADY MALARKEY: Following its run on 7/12/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Lelantos (IRE), 4-1 The Knot Is Tied (IRE), 15-2 Lady Malarkey (IRE), 8-1 Manofthemoment (IRE), Tiny Tantrum (IRE), 12-1 Mossing (GB), 18-1 Winter Holiday (GB), 33-1 Moidore (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

TINY TANTRUM has yet to fire over hurdles but his bumper form offers hope of an improved showing now his attentions are switched to handicaps with headgear on. Lelantos is very much the solid alternative.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TINY TANTRUM (IRE) 2.LELANTOS (IRE) 3.THE KNOT IS TIED (IRE)

BEST TURNED OUT Alec & Lucy Birkbeck will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and will also judge and present a prize of £50 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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by Lightdoor Limited

Two miles about five furlongs (2m 5f 44yds)

SIXTH RACE 2.50

THE PADDOCKS CHEVELEY PHASE 2 CHASE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Middle Distance Chase Series Qualifier)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £17500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6719, 2nd £3360, 3rd £1679, 4th £840, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280.

(Penalty Value £8768.06)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (16-21): L Wadham (21 wins from 65 runners, 32%) runs ADMIRAL BARRATRY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs THE UNIT Longest Traveller: DEFUTURE IS BRIGHT trained by Christian Williams, Bridgend, 268 miles.

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B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

NOT A ROLE MODEL (IRE) (15) 51166-2 C D

Br B g Helissio (FR) - Mille Et Une Nuits (FR) O St Mamadasado B Mrs P. M. Grainger

age

st-lb

9 11-13

Thomas Doggrell (7) J Sam Thomas, Cardiff T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who jumped well when finding only an improver too good over fences at Chepstow on return. A performance of similar merit would put him right in the mix.

TFRHHHHI BHA126

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LUCKOFTHEDRAW (FR) (22) 455112 D

8 11-12

Br Gr g Martaline - La Perspective (FR) O Mrs M.E.Latham Mr John R Latham B Mr Claude Michel

Jordan Nailor (3) J Toby Bulgin, Thetford T

TIMEFORM VIEW Very much back in form for his new trainer with wins at Fontwell and Huntingdon. Bumped into one (clear of the others) in his hat-trick bid at Newcastle last time, but he’s still ahead of his mark.

TFRHHHHH BHA125

3

ADMIRAL BARRATRY (FR) (15) 512P0-0 CD

8 11-12

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Haskilclara (FR) O Forster, Pepper and Summers B S.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis Saint Germain

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over C&D in January and backed it up with a good second to a progressive sort. Below form since, but may well strip fitter for his reappearance, so he’s respected in a first-time visor.

TFRHHHHI BHA125

4

SIR JACK YEATS (IRE) (43) 23005-0 C

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Quadrennial (IRE) O Gowing’s Eleven B Mrs E. Costelloe

10 11-11

James Bowen J Richard Spencer, Newmarket T Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser was below his best towards the end of last season and returned with quite a disappointing effort in the Grand Sefton (usually goes well over those fences) at Aintree on return.

TFRHHIII BHA124

5

TIQUER (FR) (19) P1/2-301 Br B g Equerry (USA) - Tirenna (FR) O Mr J. Ponting B Mr Mathieu Lalanne & Mr Michel Lalanne

13 11-10

Daryl Jacob J Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge T

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who capitalised on a tumbling market in convincing fashion at Southwell recently. Remains potentially well handicapped on old form but hard to know if he’ll arrive in the same mood.

TFRHHHII BHA123

6

THE UNIT (IRE) (27) 6304-03 D Br B g Gold Well - Sovana (FR) O International Plywood (Importers) Ltd B Arctic Tack Stud

10

11-8

Tom Cannon J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m4f novice chase winner in 2018 but mostly out of sorts since his reappearance last season, finding little at Kempton last time. Hard to make a solid case for despite sliding mark.

TFRHHIII BHA121

7

DEFUTURE IS BRIGHT (IRE) (29) 212-303 C BF

Br B g Westerner - Dustys Delight (IRE) O The Can’t Say No Partnership B Donie O’Brien

7 10-11

Jack Tudor (3) J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive over fences last season, winning twice at up to 3m. Not firing on all cylinders as yet this term, but latest effort was respectable and blinkers might well perk him up.

TFRHHHII BHA110 DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2020: MAYPOLE CLASS (IRE) 6 11 12 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 4-1 (Jonjo O’Neill) 7 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Visor worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Luckofthedraw (FR), 4-1 Not A Role Model (IRE), 6-1 Tiquer (FR), 13-2 Defuture Is Bright (IRE), 8-1 Admiral Barratry (FR), 12-1 The Unit (IRE), 14-1 Sir Jack Yeats (IRE)

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LUCKOFTHEDRAW is thriving and, although unable to hold off a progressive rival at Newcastle last time, he was well on top of the others, so he’s fancied to get back to winning ways now under an attacking ride. Not A Role Model is an obvious danger following a pleasing reappearance, while PLAY SMARTER Defuture Is Bright could make his presence felt if the first-time blinkers have the desired effect.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LUCKOFTHEDRAW (FR) 2.NOT A ROLE MODEL (IRE) 3.DEFUTURE IS BRIGHT (IRE)

BEST TURNED OUT Representatives of Lightdoor Ltd will judge the best turned out horse in this race and present a prize of £50 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner

APPROXIMATE ODDS Odds Indicator Boards are now all marked ‘‘Approximate Odds’’ and all show the same approximate odds at any given time before the start. These are intended as a guide and cannot necessarily reflect the resultant S.P. or the Tote Dividend of the winner.

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SEVENTH RACE 3.20

THE HAPPY CHRISTMAS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Fakenham Double Up Bonus Race)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3589, 2nd £1795, 3rd £897, 4th £449, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. Penalty Value £4683.56)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (16-21): L Wadham (21 wins from 65 runners, 32%) runs GLUTNFORPUNISHMENT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs PECKINPAH Longest Traveller: EL JEFE trained by A B Hamilton, Carluke, 343 miles.

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colours

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no

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horse

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

DINSDALE (GB) (31) 51122//-4 D

Br B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Emmy Award (IRE) O Gabby Gajova And Friends B Darley

S Sponsor

age

8

st-lb

12-0

Luca Morgan (5) J Michael Scudamore, Bromsash T Kiely Bros Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Chase/hurdle winner in summer 2018. Proved he retains most of his ability after a pipe-opener on the Flat when fourth at Newcastle last month. Blinkers replace the usual cheekpieces.

TFRHHHII BHA112

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ASTROMAN (GB) (24) 5-22

4 11-12

Br B g Garswood - Mega (IRE) O Mystic Meg Limited B Mystic Meg Limited

Jack Quinlan J Harry Eustace, Newmarket T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on the Flat (stays 1 1/2m) and progressed again over hurdles when runner-up at Huntingdon in May. Had a pipe-opener at Wolverhampton last month so he could feature on handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA110

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VOCAL DUKE (IRE) (15) 441105 CD

5

11-9

Kevin Brogan (3) J Toby Lawes, Beare Green T Lawmens Limited S

Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Heir Today (IRE) O Mr Ben Barnett B J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged 2m handicap wins at Uttoxeter and over C&D in October before good tenth of 18 in 2m handicap at Cheltenham. Similar form at Sandown since but bit more needed to get involved.

TFRHHIII BHA107

4

MILLIES MITE (IRE) (83) 520454 Br Ch m Zoffany (IRE) - Charmingly (USA) O CS Partnership B Raymond P. Doyle

5

11-6

James Best J John Best & Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne T John Best Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden, but she posted good fourth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Roscommon (15.4f) 83 days ago on her final run for Eoin Doyle. Worth a market check for new yard.

TFRHHHII BHA104

5

EL JEFE (IRE) (16) 064F41 Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ros Mountain (IRE) O Mr A. B. Hamilton B Kilfeacle Stud & C. Quirke

4

11-6

William Shanahan (7) J Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally put it all together at Sedgefield earlier this month, value for a bit more than the winning margin having conceded ground at the last 2 flights. Up 8lb and can feature now up and running.

TFRHHHHI BHA104

6

PECKINPAH (IRE) (34) 434/34-2 Br Ch g Excelebration (IRE) - Melodrama (IRE) O Coupland, Gemmell, Hues & Sullivan B Tullamaine Castle Stud and Partners

5

11-5

Tom Cannon J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 9.5f) and showed ability in 3 runs over hurdles in 2019/20. Found just a well-treated sort too good at Leicester on reappearance and can build on that effort here.

TFRHHHII BHA103

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GLUTNFORPUNISHMENT (GB) (397) 23/06-

Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Oxsana O Mrs J. May B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

5

11-4

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Four Flat wins in 2019 and found only one too good on hurdles bow at Worcester in August that year.

However, disappointing since and needs to bounce back on reappearance/first start for his new yard.TFRHHHII BHA102

8

AL KHERB (GB) (64) 422261 D Br B g Al Kazeem - Perfect Spirit (IRE) O Mrs S. Bowen B Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd

6 10-13

Miss Sarah Bowen (7) J Sarah Bowen, Bromsgrove T

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off for John Quinn with victory in 2m Stratford selling hurdle 9 weeks ago. Not handicapped out of things for new trainer and worth a look.

TFRHHHII BHA97

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JACK RYAN (IRE) (20) 4P-3 Br B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Anything (IRE) O Emma Ryan & Partner B Anything & Everything Asociates

4 10-11

David Noonan J John Ryan, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on Flat and similar merit over hurdles. Makes handicap debut in this sphere and looks up against it.

TFRHHIII BHA95

10 RHEBUS ROAD (IRE) (35) 42 Br Ch g Champs Elysees - Red Riddle (IRE) O Tim Syder & Dominic Burke B Dermot Kelly

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10-9

Jonathan Burke J Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer who signed off for Ralph Beckett with success at Newmarket in September.

Progressed from hurdles debut when runner-up last time so fancied to feature on handicap bow.

TFRHHHHH BHA108

11 GAVIN (GB) (26) 06512 D

3

Br B g Bated Breath - Under Milk Wood O Mr P. Ponting B Seasons Holidays PLC

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Danny Burton (5) J Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge T

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved effort over hurdles when winning on handicap debut at Uttoxeter last month. Shaped well up 11lb when runner-up at Southwell and he remains on a fair mark. Engaged 3.10 Uttoxeter Friday. TFRHHHII BHA103

12 LETSBE AVENUE (IRE) (10) 26F03-0 Br B g Lawman (FR) - Aguilas Perla (IRE) O Mr Christopher John Sprake B Tinnakill Bloodstock

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10-0

Sean Houlihan (3) J Bill Turner, Sherborne T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler who shaped as if better for the run when down the field on reappearance at Taunton 10 days ago. Down 2lb but doesn’t appear to have much in hand.

TFRHHIII BHA84

13 RISKY BUSINESS (IRE) (40) 6640 Br Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Duljanah (IRE) O Power Distribution Support Ltd B D. A. Thorpe

3

10-0

Ben Godfrey (5) J Martin Smith, Newmarket T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off on handicap debut at Huntingdon last month so easily ignored, even with blinkers applied and tongue tie back on.

TFRHIIII BHA86 DECLARED RUNNERS 13

2020: GORHAM’S CAVE 6 10 9 Niall Houlihan 9-2 (Gary Moore) 10 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 5.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 13. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Rhebus Road (IRE), 13-2 El Jefe (IRE), 15-2 Peckinpah (IRE), Gavin (GB), 8-1 Al Kherb (GB), 17-2 Astroman (GB), 14-1 Dinsdale (GB), 18-1 Jack Ryan (IRE), 20-1 Vocal Duke (IRE), 25-1 Glutnforpunishment (GB), 33-1 Millies Mite (IRE), Letsbe Avenue (IRE), 150-1 Risky Business (IRE)

Cases can be made for many but RHEBUS ROAD took a huge step forward from his hurdling debut when finishing runner-up in a juvenile event at Fontwell 5 weeks ago. He still isn’t the finished article PLAY SMARTER jumping-wise but, with cheekpieces applied, he can make a winning handicap debut. El Jefe rates a serious danger having finally got off the mark at Sedgefield last time, ahead of Peckinpah.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RHEBUS ROAD (IRE) 2.EL JEFE (IRE) 3.PECKINPAH (IRE)

BEST TURNED OUT Mr & Mrs Charles Spiller will kindly present mementoes to the winning owner and will also judge and present a prize of £50 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

FAKENHAM

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VISITORS AGREE TO: • Submit to a search of their persons, bags and vehicles; • Comply at all times with the instructions of the officers and management of the Company, the officers and stewards of the British Horseracing Authority, security staff and police.

• Observe the racecourse rules of betting: only visitors carrying valid betting badges and occupying an authorised pitch may offer or lay bets.

• Observe the rules and terms and conditions governing other commercial activities on the racecourse: only authorised vendors are permitted to trade.

• Abide by the racecourse dress code which is as follows: smart casual attire for hospitality guests (e.g. no trainers) and for others to dress respectfully (e.g. no bare chests). The management of the racecourse reserve the right to refuse entry to any person it regards, at its sole discretion, is in breach of the dress code.

THE FOLLOWING ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED: • Drunken and abusive behaviour, foul language or the possession of illegal substances; • The display of any signage or branding and the distribution of any promotional or advertising material; • Obstruction of any of the racecourse’s gangways, stairways, entrances and exits and unauthorised climbing on any structure within the racecourse; • Access to unauthorised areas of the racecourse; • Bringing on to the racecourse any of the following: - Any items of food or drink including picnics. The exception is that these items can be consumed in the car parks, but not in the enclosures; - Any flags, banners or other such articles which may distract visitors or the horses; - Tents or gazebos without prior consent of Fakenham Racecourse.

- Any dangerous chemicals or substances hazardous to health or machinery; - Ball games i.e. football or rugby; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY To the maximum extent permissible by law the Company shall not, nor shall any of its officers, managers or staff, in any circumstances, be liable for any loss, damage, cost or expense or any consequential or indirect loss or damage of any kind suffered by visitors to the racecourse, including but not limited to any loss or damage to personal items and vehicles belonging to visitors while on or about the racecourse. This does not affect our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence; nor any liability which cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.

RACE CONDITIONS

Fakenham RACECOURSE

First Race 12.20 - THE BUY TODAY FAKENHAM 2022 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only.

Free Entry by noon, December 13th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 17th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 3lb; 4-y-o and up 11st 4lb.

A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 9 entries. - Closed December 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.50 - THE FAKENHAM MEMBERSHIP AS A CHRISTMAS PRESENT MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4683 to the winning horse The second to receive £2157, the third £1078, the fourth £540, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, December 13th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 17th. Penalties, after December 11th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 10 entries at £0. - Closed December 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.20 - THE HELLESDON LEATHER & CLOTH FURNITURE COMPANY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Free Entry by noon, December 13th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 17th. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 12 entries. - Closed December 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.50 - THE CHRISTMAS CRACKER STAYERS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4683 to the winning horse The second to receive £2157, the third £1078, the fourth £540, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, December 13th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 17th. Penalties, after December 11th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 12 entries. - Closed December 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56) Weights lowered 3lb.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.20 - THE NEW YEAR’S DAY RACING AT FAKENHAM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Fakenham Double Up Bonus Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4683 to the winning horse The second to receive £2157, the third £1078, the fourth £540, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions).

Free Entry by noon, December 13th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 17th. Penalties, after December 11th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. This race forms part of the Fakenham Double Up Bonus. Full details to be found at https://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/racing/owners-trainers/ 14 entries. - Closed December 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.50 - THE PADDOCKS CHEVELEY PHASE 2 CHASE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Middle Distance Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8768 to the winning horse The second to receive £4039, the third £2018, the fourth £1011, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions).

Free Entry by noon, December 13th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 17th. Penalties, after December 11th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MIDDLE DISTANCE CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs, Lancashire Course (2m 3f 203yds) at Haydock Park on 16th April, 2022. 14 entries. - Closed December 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6719; Second £3360; Third £1679; Fourth £840; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £8768.06) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.20 - THE HAPPY CHRISTMAS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Fakenham Double Up Bonus Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4683 to the winning horse The second to receive £2157, the third £1078, the fourth £540, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, December 13th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 17th. Penalties, after December 11th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb.

A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. This race forms part of the Fakenham Double Up Bonus. Full details to be found at https://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/racing/ownerstrainers/ 15 entries. - Closed December 13th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4683.56) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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