Fakenham Racecard - Tuesday 2nd January

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Fakenham RACECOURSE

WELCOME & OFFICIALS

Fakenham RACECOURSE

WELCOME A very warm welcome to this Gamble Plant Norfolk Ltd Raceday and a Happy New Year. We are very grateful for the generous sponsorship of todays’ races by Gamble Plant – thank you very much indeed.

There has been much going on at the racecourse over the summer months. The landscaping and a new entrance to The Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure has been completed, toilets have been refurbished and a considerable number of trees felled next to the members’ car park and behind the stables to reduce the corvidae issues we have and to enable a large, ground mounted solar panel array to be installed in November. Once up and running the solar will predominantly provide all the electrical requirements for the racecourse, thus cutting CO2 emissions and helping the racecourse achieve carbon neutral status as soon as possible.

Annual Membership of Fakenham for 2024 is available and represents extremely good value for money at £250 for double and £160 for single membership. If you would like more information on membership please call into the racecourse office today or visit www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk where membership can be bought online.

From all of us here at Fakenham we wish you a prosperous and joyful 2024 and we look forward to seeing you here for the next race meeting on Sunday 21st January 2024 – The Sky Bet Raceday.

Best Wishes, David Hunter Chief Executive PATRON: HIS MAJESTY THE KING CHAIRMAN: SAM BULLARD DIRECTORS: JONATHAN BARBER, IAN MASON, ADAM CASE, DALE PAYNE, SOPHIA KEYS, NIGEL SAVORY, WILLIAM WALES, SUSIE WALES CHIEF EXECUTIVE, CLERK OF THE COURSE & DSL: DAVID HUNTER

THIS AFTERNOON’S OFFICIALS TUESDAY 2ND JANUARY 2024 CHIEF STEWARD: TONY MCGLONE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR: CHRISTOPHER BENNETT STEWARD: SIMON CONNAWAY ASSISTANT STEWARD: GWEN THOMAS RACEDAY ASSISTANT: BEN FORD CLERK OF THE SCALES: PAUL CHAMPION JUDGE: DAVID HICKS STARTERS: WILLIE JARDINE & KIERAN O’SHEA MEDICAL OFFICERS: DR. PIERS REINHOLD, DR. DUNCAN PEACOCK & DR. MEGAN HARDMAN VETERINARY SURGEONS: MR. DAVID FENELEY, MR. TOBY KEMBLE & MISS ANN KENT VETERINARY OFFICER: SALLY BATE EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS: JULIE LINGHAM, ELIZABETH BUDDEN, LOUISE SHERIDAN BETTING RING MANAGER: SARAH WOODBORNE COMMENTATOR: TIM PETERS HEAD GROUNDSMAN: MATTHEW KING SECURITY OFFICER & DEPUTY DSL OFFICER: HARRY STEED PHOTOGRAPHER: NICK BUTCHER

FAKENHAM RACE CLUB BECOME PART OF THIS UNIQUE RACING CLUB AND EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF RACEHORSE OWNERSHIP Join the Fakenham Race Club which offers two horses to race this season.

Allo Allo trained by Stuart Edmunds.

Pollywiggle Quay trained by Ben Case.

To join today or for more information please call Colin Burr on 07780 607976 or email colinburr34@googlemail.com.

Membership fee £375 for the remainder of the season.

Look out for Allo Allo who is running at Fakenham today in the sixth race at 2.40pm.

The Club had a remarkably successful first year with four wins, a second, a third and a fourth from eight runs. This year Pollywiggle Quay has yet to run but she will hopefully have her first run in a bumper very soon.

Today will be Allo Allo’s third race of the season.

To join today or for more information visit Sharon in the Adrian Flux Bar.

LAST TIME AT FAKENHAM

Fakenham RACECOURSE

Tuesday 19th December

Our final meeting of 2023 saw seven competitive races take centre stage, with testing conditions making it a battle of attrition for every competitor.

West Warhorse continued Ben Brookhouse’s fine season by taking our first contest. The five-year-old took a keen hold under Alice Stevens, who was taking off a useful 5lb for connections. The pair sat in touch with the leaders before making stylish headway to take the lead three out. After being shaken-up he went further clear to score by an emphatic 16 lengths to Ballyvaughan Bay. Jacks Touch was given a positive ride

by Daryl Jacob to win our second race of the day. Sarah Humphrey’s mare had previously been disappointing over course distance but benefited from a 2lb ease in the weights and a change of tactics. She looked to be in command jumping the last but wandered on the run in and stuck on gamely to deny the fast finishing Lincoln Lyn. Our Nel completed the placings and despite looking like she was going to play a big part two out, could find no extra up in trip.

It didn’t take Dan Skelton long to get into the winners’ enclosure, with a win in the Mares’ Novices’ Handicap Hurdle. Lady Berlais made all under an enterprising front running ride by Charlie Todd. The blinkers look to have made a world of difference and she claimed her first win in 12 starts at our last meeting. She still looks to be well weighted and can follow it up in this sort of company. Lady Gwen never managed to land a blow in second.

DON’T M I S S O U R N E X T M E ETI NG SUNDAY 21ST JANUARY SE E YOU THERE!

Gold Clermont struck gold in our fourth contest under Sean Bowen.

She was in receipt of weight from the boys and made it count to win by an eased down 14 lengths. Sean sat in the rear of the field on the Andy Irvine trained seven-year-old for most of the contest. They made good headway before the 9th and took the lead jumping the 18th. The race was all but over jumping the second last and she looked to relish the testing underfoot conditions.

Venetia Williams has been in flying form of late, so it was no surprise to see her get a winner on the board.

Miss Lucy Turner has been riding out of her skin this season and delivered another winner for Venetia in the form of Georges Saint. They led narrowly for much of the contest and despite being headed, Lucy kept her cool and the pair rallied before three out to lead again. They kept on well up the run in to win by 12 lengths, to continue the wide margin finishes.

The loveable For Pleasure wasted no time in getting back to winning ways for new trainer Olly Murphy.

The eight-year-old had always been a very talented animal but looked to have lost his way slightly for Alex Hales. The change in stable looks to have the desired effect as he scooted clear under Sean Bowen to win by 16 lengths. Sean won’t ride many easier winners and made it two wins from as many rides.

Our finale went to James Owen and Lilly Pinchin. Edison Kent was ridden as though he was ahead of the handicapper and the wind operation looks to have done the trick. They were on the outer throughout and made eye-catching headway before the ninth hurdle. They joined the leader two from home before leading jumping the last. The eventual winning distance coming in at a mighty 23 lengths.

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

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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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C = Has won at this course D = Has won over this distance CD = Has won over this distance at this course BF = Was a beaten favourite - = New racing season / = Missed racing season P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race F = Horse fell U = Rider unseated R = Horse refused to race CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse B = Horse was brought down S = Horse slipped r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race d = Disqualified

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2. BHA Rating 3. Timeform View & TFR Rating 4. Horses Trainer & Their Location 5. Jockey 6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey 7. Saddlecloth number 8. Horse’s name 9. Days since the horse last run 10. Horse’s age 11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) 12. 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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PRIZE MONEY DOUBLE UP BONUS SCHEME 2024

If a trainer has two or more winners on the same card at any Fakenham race meeting, irrespective of the race conditions or the number of runners in the race, the winning owner of each race will get a £1,000 BONUS PAYMENT on top of the money received.

In addition, the winning trainer will also get a £1,000 BONUS PAYMENT if having two or more winners.

GOOD LUCK

FIRST RACE 12.30

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

FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM GAMBLE PLANT AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3885, 2nd £1943, 3rd £971, 4th £486, 5th £243.

(Penalty Value £4470.30)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (18-23): L Wadham (18 wins from 70 runners, 26%) runs ECLAIR DE GUYE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Williams (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs JESSIE LIGHTFOOT Longest Traveller: FINDING FREEDOM trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.

Br Breeding

colours

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no

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horse

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J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

ECLAIR DE GUYE (FR) (40) P526-33

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Jouvence de Guye (FR) O R Hayward, The Wakelin Family & J Wadham B G.A.E.C. Delorme Gerard & Vincent

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12-0

Mr Alex Chadwick (3) J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless for almost 3 years and has been beaten a long way in both starts this term, latest under this pilot at Market Rasen in November. Tumbling down the weights at least. Cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHII BHA103

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FINDING FREEDOM (IRE) (16) 064P5P

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Br B g Champs Elysees - Twotrailerparkgirl (IRE) O W.G. Hanly/John P. Coleman B Mr B. Mernagh

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Mr Paddy Hanlon (7) J John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to land a blow in 5 starts over the larger obstacles and was pulled up in first-blinkers at Thurles last month. Tries cheekpieces now.

TFRHHIII BHA94

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FELTON BELLEVUE (FR) (22) 45-5424

Br B g Kap Rock (FR) - Sister du Berlais (FR) O Mrs H Munn, Mr R E Good, Mr B Case B Mr Jean-Pierre Bichon

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11-5

Miss Gina Andrews J Ben Case, Banbury T David Andrews Construction Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Run with credit the last twice, latest when fourth of 12 in handicap chase at Lingfield TFRHHHHH BHA94 (23.5f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Up in trip. Likely contender.

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JESSIE LIGHTFOOT (IRE) (14) 4P/1B3-3

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Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Needle Doll (IRE) O Mr W. Williams B Sean Keane

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Miss Imogen Mathias (7) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over fences who was returning from 10 months off when respectable third over hurdles at Catterick (25.3f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Entitled to build on that and must enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA93

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LE TUEUR (IRE) (14) 140-43P CD Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Golden Odyssey (IRE) O Yen Hall Farm Racing B Gregg Stafford

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11-2

Mr Oliver Watson (7) J Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account at Huntingdon in March and followed up over this C&D 12 days later.

Not been in quite same form since but is now 4lb below his last winning mark.

TFRHHHII BHA91

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DOYENS DE ANTE (IRE) (219) 221-14U BF

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - De Street (IRE) O Mr D. Broadhurst B R. J. Whitford

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Mr Jack Andrews J Max Young, Sneads Green T Berkeley Carter Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form earlier this year, scoring at Chepstow (26.3f) and Huntingdon (23.6f).Well behind when unseating at Fontwell when last seen in May but had a break since and has the assistance of an able amateur.

TFRHHHII BHA88 DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: LORD SPARKY 9 11 13 Miss Gina Andrews 7-2 (Stuart Edmunds) 7 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Felton Bellevue (FR), 7-2 Jessie Lightfoot (IRE), 9-2 Doyens de Ante (IRE), 11-2 Eclair de Guye (FR), Le Tueur (IRE), 20-1 Finding Freedom (IRE)

Preference is for FELTON BELLEVUE, who arrives on the back of a couple of solid efforts and has

PLAY SMARTER the assistance of Gina Andrews. Jessie Lightfoot is feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FELTON BELLEVUE (FR) 2.JESSIE LIGHTFOOT (IRE) 3.DOYENS DE ANTE (IRE)

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Don’t forget to bet on the 12:45 at AYR.

BEST TURNED OUT A representative of Gamble Plant Norfolk Ltd will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and will judge and present a prize of £50 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

H.B.L.B. PRIZE MONEY The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £134,320 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 22nd March 2024.

TODAY’S GUESTS

The Directors & Staff of Fakenham Racecourse Limited would like to wish Gamble Plant Norfolk Ltd and their guests and The Paynes Party and guests a most enjoyable day’s racing TODAY’S SPONSORS

The Directors of Fakenham Racecourse Limited would like to thank

GAMBLE PLANT NORFOLK LTD for their very generous sponsorship at today’s race meeting.

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SECOND RACE 1.00

About two miles (2m 3yds)

FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE BOOK YOUR SKIP ONLINE @fakenhamskips.co.uk MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418.

(Penalty Value £4356.80)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (18-23): S Edmunds (14 wins from 59 runners, 24%) runs WISE GUY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 39 runners, 18%) runs JUST GINO Longest Traveller: COCARDIER trained by A Jones, Timberscombe, 301 miles.

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COCARDIER (FR) (306) 00-

Br B g My Risk (FR) - Tamaline (FR) O Mr Alan Jones B Sylvie Le Gall & Jean-Michel Olivart

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James Best J Alan Jones, Timberscombe T

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown nothing in a brace of bumpers and easily passed over making hurdling bow in first-time cheekpieces after 10 months off.

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ELOSO (IRE) (15) 00 Br B or Br g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Caelis O Mr J. Daniels B Barouche Stud (Ire) Ltd

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Harry Reed J Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on the Flat at up to 12f for Gay Kelleway but has been well held both starts over hurdles. Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code.

TFRHHIII BHA-

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GRASSHOPPER TIME (IRE) (16) 0-06265

Br Br g Califet (FR) - That’s The Goose (IRE) O Stowe 100 Club B Eugene Condon

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Harry Bannister J Alex Hales, Edgecote T Premier Plastering (UK) Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who ran below form on his handicap debut at Southwell TFRHHHII BHA100 (20.4f, soft, 16/1) 16 days ago. Back down in trip.

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HAWK STONE (IRE) (14) 066 Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Morning Milan (IRE) O The Mischief Makers B Mr Michael Dillon

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Ben Poste J Harriet Dickin, Midford T Clay Street Property Consultants S

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor in bumpers but showed ability when sixth of 18 in a maiden hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, heavy) 14 days ago and is entitled to build on that.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

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JIMMY BOY (IRE) (14) 3F6456

Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Bing Lass (IRE) O Hasmonean Racing B Martin Keating

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Lilly Pinchin J James Owen, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler in Ireland but has run some way below that level in a trio of starts for present yard, although had his chance ended by a bad mistake over C&D last time. TFRHHHII BHA100

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JUST GINO (FR) (18) 1-5 BF Br Ch g It’s Gino (GER) - Distillee (FR) O Mr T. G. Leslie B Mr S. Berger & Mr J. M. Prost Alamartine

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Theo Gillard J Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for £100,000 after winning sole start in Irish points in March and shaped as if better for the run on his recent hurdle/Rules debut at Bangor, racing freely/fading from 2 out. Likely to improve. TFRHHHHH BHA-

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WISE GUY (FR) (62) 15-3S D 5 11-8 Br B g Muhtathir - Goldie Jolie (FR) Ciaran Gethings J O Facilities Management Solutions Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Facilities Management Solutions (PGS) Ltd, Science Supplements S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who shaped with some promise in a Bangor bumper/maiden hurdle 6 months apart. Still in touch when slipping up between 4 out and 3 out over C&D in November and has been given a breathing operation since.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

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MOST AGREEABLE (GB) (181) 5-44

Br B m Kayf Tara - Susie Sheep O C J Underwood and Caroline Fryer B R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg

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Lewis Stones (3) J Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to stay well and shaped in kind when fifth of 12 in a Warwick bumper on debut in February.Tongue tied and showed more when fourth at Southwell 3 months later but proved to be a disappointment at Worcester on final outing. Has since left Dan Skelton.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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SIR CILIA (GB) (43)

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Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lunesque (IRE) O The Sixstablemates B Montcastle Bloodstock Ltd

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Harry Kimber (3) J Matt Crawley, Newmarket T Fitzdares Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in varied events on the Flat and would be an unlikely winner on hurdle debut.

TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023: TOOTHLESS (FR) 5 11 8 Bryony Frost 5-4 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note: WISE GUY: Following its run on 1/11/2023 it was reported that the horse slipped over and the jockey fell.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Just Gino (FR), 7-2 Wise Guy (FR), 11-2 Hawk Stone (IRE), 6-1 Jimmy Boy (IRE), 13-2 Grasshopper Time (IRE), 12-1 Most Agreeable (GB), 40-1 Eloso (IRE), 66-1 Sir Cilia (GB), 100-1 Cocardier (FR)

Expensive point scorer JUST GINO should be all the wiser for his recent hurdling debut and gets the nod to open his account at the second time of asking in this sphere. Wise Guy was still in touch when slipping up between PLAY SMARTER 4 out and 3 out over C&D at the beginning of November and could go well following a breathing operation, with Hawk Stone another to consider having shown some promise in a big-field maiden hurdle at Wincanton.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JUST GINO (FR) 2.WISE GUY (FR) 3.HAWK STONE (IRE)

2 Don’t forget to bet on the 1:15 at AYR.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares

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

TODAY’S VISITORS Kelso, Sedgefield & Windsor Members have reciprocal arrangements and are to be admitted on their 2024 annual badges.

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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THIRD RACE 1.30

About three miles (3m 38yds)

FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE FAKENHAM DOUBLE-UP BONUS IS BACK MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards mares x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227.

(Penalty Value £4752.90)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (18-23): O Murphy (21 wins from 102 runners, 21%) runs AUDITORIA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs AUDITORIA Longest Traveller: YA KNOW YASEFF trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 259 miles.

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LADY TREMAINE (IRE) (227) 55423-P D

Br B m Kalanisi (IRE) - Lough Lein Leader (IRE) O Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw B Tom Burns

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Peter Kavanagh (3) J Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over hurdles who made a promising start over fences last spring, making the frame in mares’ handicaps at Ffos Las/Southwell.

Ran no sort of race when pulled up at Bangor (3m) in May but no surprise to see a better showing back from 7 months off.

TFRHHHHI BHA100

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AUDITORIA (GB) (43) 213-42U BF Br B m Gleneagles (IRE) - Authora (IRE) O Nick Brown Racing B Woodcote Stud Ltd

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Fergus Gregory J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned from 5 months off with a creditable second at Fontwell (19.5f) in October. Unseated mid-race at Leicester (22.7f) in November but she’s certainly not out of things with blinkers now replacing the visor. TFRHHHHI BHA98

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MY GIRL LOLLIPOP (IRE) (246) F0P23-3

Br B m Mahler - Pop Princess O Mrs N. Kappler B Mr John Coffey

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11-8

Jack Quinlan J Ben Case, Banbury T David Andrews Construction Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was in good form over hurdles when last seen, placed for third consecutive start at Warwick (25f) in May. Has since left Stuart Edmunds and interesting what the market makes of her now chasing back from 8 months off. TFRHHHII BHA94

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BRANDISOVA (IRE) (14) 112-334 CD

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Gentle Alice (IRE) O Ms E. L. Banks B Cousins Partnership

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11-6

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T GB Helicopters S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed hurdle/C&D chase double early on last year and returned with a good third at Lingfield (23.5f) in November.

Hasn’t kicked on in 2 subsequent outings but her mark is steadily easing and re-united with Bryony Frost here. TFRHHHII BHA92

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YA KNOW YASEFF (IRE) (14) 114242 D

Br Ch m Jet Away - Back To Cloghoge (IRE) O Mr Aidan J. Ryan B Mr F. Whelan

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Jack Tudor J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved fitted with blinkers, winning handicaps at Worcester/Newton Abbot (at up to 25.7f) in September.

Mixed bag since but her latest Wincanton second over 25f was a solid display. Claims with a repeat.

TFRHHHHH BHA83

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MOON EAGLE (IRE) (20) 4023-PP

Br B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Behrama (IRE) O G1 Racing Club Ltd B Brendan Keogh

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Lee Edwards J Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T Jmc Surfacing Contractors, Treehouse Sporting Colours S

TIMEFORM VIEW Patchy form for Gavin Cromwell in Ireland and she hasn’t threatened in 6 starts for present yard.

TFRHIIII BHA83

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COUNTRY KITTEN (IRE) (55) PFP1P-P D

Br B m Recital (FR) - Kitty True (IRE) O Mr David Jennings B Terence Leonard

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Tabitha Worsley (3) J Max Young, Sneads Green T Berkeley Carter Ltd, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a surprise when taking 6-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f, heavy) in March, but that is very much a standout effort and she’s failed to complete both starts in this sphere. TFRHIIII BHA78 DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023: BOLINTLEA (IRE) 8 12 0 Charlie Hammond 5-2 (Dr Richard Newland) 7 ran

Blinkers worn by No. 1, 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6.

Stewards Note: LADY TREMAINE: Following its run on 20/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the good ground.

COUNTRY KITTEN: Following its run on 8/11/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Auditoria (GB), 7-2 Ya Know Yaseff (IRE), 9-2 My Girl Lollipop (IRE), 5-1 Lady Tremaine (IRE), 11-2 Brandisova (IRE), 33-1 Moon Eagle (IRE), Country Kitten (IRE)

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YA KNOW YASEFF quickly returned to form having stepped back up in trip when second at Wincanton 2 weeks ago and a repeat should see David Pipe’s mare play a lead role PLAY SMARTER once more. Auditoria and Lady Tremaine head up the dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YA KNOW YASEFF (IRE) 2.AUDITORIA 3.LADY TREMAINE (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 2.00

Two miles about seven and a half furlongs (2m 7f 95yds)

FAKENHAM

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THE RACING TV MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (18-23): Seamus Mullins (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs BABY SHAM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Ralph (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs INCHIQUIN SPIRIT Longest Traveller: BABY SHAM trained by Seamus Mullins, Amesbury, 198 miles.

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LITTLE TALKS (IRE) (14) 2P53

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Br B m Milan - Another Nudge (IRE) O Mr Mark Harrod B Knocktartan House Stud

Jack Quinlan J Neil King, Burderop T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up only start in Irish points. Only poor form in maiden/novice hurdles (beaten 21 lengths when third here latest) but does rate a possible improver now handicapping over further.

TFRHHHII BHA93

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STAMINA CHOPE (FR) (43) 442213

Br Ch m Muhaymin (USA) - My Virginia (FR) O Mr Douglas Bradbury B Mr Alain Chopard et al

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Lee Edwards J Dave Roberts, Kenley T Mill Farm Holiday Park S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned over hurdles in good form, runner-up twice before winning over 25f at Plumpton. Found 2m an inadequate test when 13 lengths third at Leicester latest and player now stepping back up in trip. TFRHHHHH BHA90

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OL’RIVER SHINE (IRE) (55) 3/430-0

Br B m Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Tosca Shine (IRE) O Old Stoics Racing Club 2 B Paddy Keane

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11-5

Harry Bannister J Alex Hales, Edgecote T Premier Plastering (UK) Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in her sole point and made the frame in maiden events at Plumpton and Wetherby on her first 2 starts over hurdles. Out the back in 2 handicaps since, though, so arrives with something to prove. TFRHHIII BHA86

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INCHIQUIN SPIRIT (IRE) (34) 3P6-004

Br B m Mahler - Inchiquin Cailin (IRE) O Fothergills Sparey Lewis and Phillips B Sean Harnedy

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11-4

Ciaran Gethings J Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer. Unable to make an impact in 3 qualifying runs around 2m but that could change now stepping up significantly in trip for handicap debut.

TFRHHHHI BHA85

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BABY SHAM (GB) (43) 213P44 C

6

Br B m Sir Percy - Zamzama (IRE) O Simon & Christine Prout B J. W. Parry

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Micheal Nolan J Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles here in May and also successful at Fontwell (3 1/4m) in June. Below-form fourth at Plumpton in 2 runs since returning from a break but has been cut a bit of slack by the handicapper.

TFRHHHII BHA81

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LADY SALVADOR (IRE) (44) 045-2

Br B m El Salvador (IRE) - Flora May O Mr Jonathan Richard Dean Burnside B Shay Slevin

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10-8

Harry Reed J Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed she can make an impact from a basement mark when second of 7 on her 19f Fontwell handicap debut/reappearance 44 days ago. Up in trip. Unlikely to be far away.

TFRHHHHI BHA75 DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Lady Salvador (IRE), 7-2 Stamina Chope (FR), 5-1 Inchiquin Spirit (IRE), 6-1 Little Talks (IRE), 7-1 Baby Sham (GB), 14-1 Ol’river Shine (IRE)

A case can be made for all of these. STAMINA CHOPE has had a good spell lately and gets the nod with the step back up in trip sure to suit her. Lady Salvador made a positive start to her PLAY SMARTER handicap career when second at Fontwell, while Inchiquin Spirit and Little Talks rate possible improvers now handicapping over longer trips.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STAMINA CHOPE (FR) 2.LADY SALVADOR (IRE) 3.INCHIQUIN SPIRIT (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 2.30

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

FAKENHAM

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THE COOL ROXY - THE FAKENHAM FAVOURITE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227.

(Penalty Value £4752.90)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (18-23): N King (6 wins from 63 runners, 10%) runs GO FOX Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): James Owen (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs MY GIFT TO YOU Longest Traveller: PUDDLESINTHEPARK trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 245 miles.

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PUDDLESINTHEPARK (IRE) (51) 150-230

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vast Consumption (IRE) O Opulence Thorougbreds NH & Partner B Michael O’Neill

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Isabel Williams (3) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Opulence Thoroughbreds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner (at 3m) who produced a promising first effort over fences when runner-up at Worcester (23f, soft) in May. Latest run at Ffos Las in November a shade disappointing but no surprise to see a better showing back from 51 days off. TFRHHHHH BHA100

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FANCY STUFF (IRE) (27) 236-6P3 7 11-6 Br Br m Presenting - Deep Supreme (IRE) James Bowen J O Thirsty Thursday Syndicate Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T B Mr K. D. Cotter Treehouse Sporting Colours, Jmc Surfacing Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who failed to progress over jumps for Dan Skelton but did settle better in first-time hood when third over fences at Ludlow (20f) for new yard last month. Not out of things if she can back that up. TFRHHHII BHA92

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MY GIFT TO YOU (IRE) (42) 112341 CD

Br B g Kingston Hill - Ariels Serenade (IRE) O LPOG 23 NH B Michael Moloney

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11-5

Lilly Pinchin J James Owen, Newmarket T racehorse-ownership.com S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles/chase winner during the summer. Progress stalled a little over timber thereafter but back to winning ways reverting back to chasing TFRHHHHI BHA91 when successful over C&D 6 weeks ago, overcoming mistakes in the process. Expected to feature again from 5lb higher mark.

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TAKE CENTRE STAGE (IRE) (14) 33P-436

Br B g Fame And Glory - Glibin (IRE) O Mr Michael Scholey B Mrs E. Kelly

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11-1

Theo Gillard J Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a similar level as on chase debut when third (in first-time cheekpieces) at Sedgefield (17f) in November. Not for the first time, didn’t look entirely straightforward when sixth of 11 in handicap chase at Catterick last month but interesting connections now opt for blinkers. TFRHHHII BHA87

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GO FOX (GB) (14) F300P2 C Br Ch g Foxwedge (AUS) - Bling Bling (IRE) O The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership B Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade

9 10-13

Jack Quinlan J Neil King, Burderop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on easing mark when landing handicap chase contests here/Stratford in June. Largely below form since however, and no threat to winner when runner-up over hurdles back here 2 weeks ago. Mark continues to ease at least ahead of switch back to chasing.

TFRHHHII BHA85 DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2023: LINCOLN LYN 7 11 11 Lee Edwards 3-1 (Tom Gretton) 8 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: PUDDLESINTHEPARK: Following its run on 12/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 My Gift To You (IRE), 10-3 Puddlesinthepark (IRE), 9-2 Take Centre Stage (IRE), 11-2 Fancy Stuff (IRE), 11-1 Go Fox (GB)

PUDDLESINTHEPARK needs forgiving a lesser effort at Ffos Las in November yet the form of his previous chase efforts has some substance and he could be worth chancing back from PLAY SMARTER 51 days off. My Gift To You is a serious threat however in his bid to maintain his 100% record over fences. Northern-raider Take Centre Stage also commands a second look.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PUDDLESINTHEPARK (IRE) 2.MY GIFT TO YOU (IRE) 3.TAKE CENTRE STAGE (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 3.00

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

FAKENHAM

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THE GAMBLE PLANT NORFOLK LTD GRAND PRIX HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

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)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (18-23): S Edmunds (14 wins from 59 runners, 24%) runs SWAFFHAM BULBECK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs CASA LOUPI Longest Traveller: EL JEFE trained by Andrew Hamilton, Carluke, 343 miles.

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colours

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J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

SWAFFHAM BULBECK (IRE) (19) 1-512P0 CD

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Ballygologue (IRE) O Stuart Edmunds Racing Club B John O’Mahony

age

st-lb

10

12-2

Ciaran Gethings J Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T Oakman Group PLC, Science Supplements S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to hurdles to land a Southwell handicap in September and even better form when second of 12 at Chepstow. Found Greatwood too competitive at Cheltenham but again ran poorly back in calmer waters at Taunton on most recent outing. Bit to prove.

TFRHHHII BHA127

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HAAFAPIECE (GB) (45) 0243-2P CD

Br Ch g Haafhd - Bonnet’s Pieces O Mrs Tilly Coles B Mrs P. Sly

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11-9

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

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who went backwards from an encouraging reappearance when pulled up at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) 45 days ago.

Freshened up since and could well bounce back having found only a progressive rival too strong in this race in 2023. TFRHHHII BHA120

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CASA LOUPI (GB) (42) 211/6/-P4 Br Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Kameruka O Mrs Giles Pritchard-Gordon B Giles W. Pritchard-Gordon (Farming) Ltd

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11-4

Niall Houlihan J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler back in 2021 and returned from a long absence with a promising display on the Flat at Nottingham in May. However, has run poorly both starts back over jumps since. TFRHHHII BHA115

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NORDANO (GER) (715) 05/4203/Br Ch g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Navajo Queen (GER) O A Whyte and T Messom B Gestut Etzean

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11-3

Lewis Stones (3) J Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in 2019/20 but was well below form final 2 starts in 2021/22 and has been absent since TFRHHHII BHA114 then. Can only be watched on first run for new yard unless the betting suggests otherwise.

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EL JEFE (IRE) (10) 023111 Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ros Mountain (IRE) O Mr A. B. Hamilton B Kilfeacle Stud & C. Quirke

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10-7

Conor Rabbitt (5) J Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever this season, completing the hat-trick in authoritative fashion in 8-runner handicap (15/2) at Haydock (18.9f, heavy) 10 days ago, pushed out. Can go in again. TFRHHHHH BHA104

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OUT OF FOCUS (IRE) (14) 1-20523

Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Nebuleuse (IRE) O Chris Trigg & RER Williams B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

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10-5

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

TIMEFORM VIEW Has got back on track since sent handicapping and was beaten only by a well-treated pair in 5-runner event at Wincanton (15.2f, heavy) 14 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Has to be taken seriously.

TFRHHHHI BHA102 DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: IRISH HILL (GER) 5 11 13 Bryony Frost 5-2 (Paul Nicholls) 15 ran

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.

Stewards Note: HAAFAPIECE: Following its run on 18/11/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 El Jefe (IRE), 5-2 Out of Focus (IRE), 5-1 Haafapiece (GB), 8-1 Swaffham Bulbeck (IRE), 14-1 Nordano (GER), 20-1 Casa Loupi (GB)

EL JEFE is clearly better than ever this season and, having completed the hat-trick in authoritative fashion at Haydock recently, he looks well up to winning again. Out of Focus was beaten only by a promising pair at PLAY SMARTER Wincanton on his most recent outing and is an obvious threat back up in trip, while veteran Haafapiece shouldn’t be taken lightly having been freshened up since disappointing at Wetherby on his latest run in November.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EL JEFE (IRE) 2.OUT OF FOCUS (IRE) 3.HAAFAPIECE

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SEVENTH RACE 3.30

Two miles about seven and a half furlongs (2m 7f 95yds)

FAKENHAM

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THE RACING AGAIN ON 21ST JANUARY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302.

(Penalty Value £6337.20)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (18-23): L Wadham (18 wins from 70 runners, 26%) runs FOR GINA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs HOBB’S DELIGHT Longest Traveller: BEN LILLY trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 259 miles.

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BALLINSKER (IRE) (21) 21-306P

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Brownie Points (IRE) O Vale Racing B Thomas Maher

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12-0

Miss Eleanor Williams (7) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a third win over fences at Chepstow in April but well held all 3 starts since returning from a break, including over hurdles. On her lowest mark for a while but has a bit to prove. TFRHHIII BHA110

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BEN LILLY (IRE) (18) 313135 Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Aristocratic Lady (USA) O David Pipe Racing Club B Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd

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Jack Tudor J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Newton Abbot and Wincanton in the autumn. Shaped as if still in form but didn’t find much off the bridle when fifth of 7 at Doncaster (3m) last time.

TFRHHHII BHA106

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FOR GINA (GB) (42) 3-32121 CD Br B m Kayf Tara - United (GER) O Louise Kemble and J J W Wadham B R. B. Holt

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11-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who has reacted well to cheekpieces, winning over 23f at Uttoxeter in June and adding to her tally over TFRHHHHH BHA96 C&D under Bryony Frost in November. Had them well strung last time so a 5lb rise doesn’t look too severe.

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LIFETIME LEGEND (IRE) (18) 5P-6330

Br B g Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Livia Galilei (IRE) O Ken Lawrence & Roy Mousley B Kevin J. Molloy

6 10-11

Jack Quinlan J Neil King, Burderop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on early promise to break his duck in 19f female jockeys’ event at Catterick in February. Has dropped below that winning mark but hasn’t really been showing enough to suggest he’s ready to take advantage. TFRHHIII BHA93

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SADIE HILL (IRE) (57) 01-40UP Br Ch m Kingston Hill - Sadie Thompson (IRE) O Making Hay B Mr Thomas Hore

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10-6

Jonathan Burke J Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled over fences this autumn but nicely treated if a return to hurdles sparks a revival having dropped back to the mark she won off at Ffos Las in April.

TFRHHHII BHA88

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HOBB’S DELIGHT (GB) (7) 4/5-301

Br B g Milan - Hobb’s Dream (IRE) O Hobbs and Mulholland B John Hobbs & Neil Mulholland

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10-2

Harry Kimber (3) J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when dead-heating on 19f Fontwell handicap debut on Boxing Day. That was a conditional jockeys’ race so she escapes a penalty turned out again quickly. This longer trip should suit.

TFRHHHHI BHA83 DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: ALLO ALLO 7 11 10 Charlie Hammond 11-4 (Stuart Edmunds) 9 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Stewards Note: BALLINSKER: Following its run on 12/12/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 For Gina (GB), 7-2 Hobb’s Delight (GB), 11-2 Lifetime Legend (IRE), 13-2 Ben Lilly (IRE), 12-1 Sadie Hill (IRE), 20-1 Ballinsker (IRE)

FOR GINA has taken it up a notch since equipped with cheekpieces and she can defy the

PLAY SMARTER handicapper again. Fontwell Boxing Day winner Hobb’s Delight looks the obvious danger.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FOR GINA 2.HOBB’S DELIGHT 3.BEN LILLY (IRE)

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• 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 12.30 - THE HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM GAMBLE PLANT AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4470 to the winning horse The second to receive £2236, the third £1116, the fourth £559 and the fifth £279. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Free Entry by noon, December 27th, 2023, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 31st, 2023.

Penalties, after December 23rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be 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/ 10 entries. - Closed December 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3885; Second £1943; Third £971; Fourth £486; Fifth £243. (Penalty Value £4470.30) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.00 - THE BOOK YOUR SKIP ONLINE @fakenhamskips.co.uk MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards.

Free Entry by noon, December 27th, 2023, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 31st, 2023. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be 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/ 18 entries. - Closed December 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.30 - THE FAKENHAM DOUBLE-UP BONUS IS BACK MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-100. Free Entry by noon, December 27th, 2023, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 31st, 2023.

Penalties, after December 23rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize 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/ 13 entries. - Closed December 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.00 - THE RACING TV MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-95. Free Entry by noon, December 27th, 2023, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 31st, 2023.

Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after December 23rd, 2023, for each hurdle race 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. 17 entries. - Closed December 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.30 - THE COOL ROXY - THE FAKENHAM FAVOURITE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Free Entry by noon, December 27th, 2023, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 31st, 2023. Penalties, after December 23rd, 2023, 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. This race forms part of the Fakenham Double Up Bonus. Full details to be found at https://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/racing/owners-trainers/ 9 entries. - Closed December 27th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.00 - THE GAMBLE PLANT NORFOLK LTD GRAND PRIX HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) 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 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, December 27th, 2023, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 31st, 2023. Penalties, after December 23rd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb.

A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of 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 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.30 - THE RACING AGAIN ON 21ST JANUARY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. 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 27th, 2023, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 31st, 2023. Penalties, after December 23rd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb.

A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of 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/ 12 entries at £0. - Closed December 27th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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FAKENHAM FIXTURES

Fakenham RACECOURSE

2024 Sky Bet Raceday - Sunday 21st January - First Race 12.55pm Payne Crop Nutrition Raceday - Friday 16th February - First Race 1.40pm St. Patrick’s Raceday - Friday 15th March - First Race 2.00pm Aldiss Families Raceday - Easter Monday, 1st April - First Race 2.00pm Point-to-Point - Sunday 21st April - First Race 2.00pm Norfolk National Raceday -Tuesday 7th May - First Race 2.10pm Jarrold Ladies Day - Sunday 2nd June - First Race 2.00pm Sky Bet Raceday - Friday 18th October - First Race 2.00pm Greene King Raceday - Wednesday 30th October - First Race 1.10pm Weatherbys Raceday - Tuesday 19th November - First Race 1.00pm Christmas Raceday - Sunday 22nd December - First Race 12.40pm

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