Fakenham Racecard - Sunday 21st January

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

I apologise to everyone - owners, trainers, the public, officials and staff for the abandoned race meeting on 2nd January 2024. This season has been the most difficult in my 26 years at Fakenham. The weather has constantly been against us and it has been incredibly stressful for everyone, but it is the wettest winter on record for the entire country and that definitely brings new challenges.

Joining us today we are thrilled to welcome the Blackmores, who owned and trained our course record breaker, Cool Roxy. They are here signing their recently launched book – The Fakenham Favourite. This is their story as small trainers and of this amazing little horse, with all the highs and lows of their journey over the years. You can find them in the cabin at the end of the Grandstand, near the Parade ring, so do drop in to say hello.

Looking forward, we are excited to launch our summer Revel festival, which takes place on Saturday 27 July. This is the first time we have hosted a music festival and we hope this will grow year on year. Our headline act The Feeling are supported by The Rick Parfitt Jnr Band, Izo FitzRoy and MarthaGunn plus a guest DJ. More information and tickets are available at revelfestival.co.uk.

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

Also, keep an eye on our website for additional events we are running throughout the year.

Finally, I would like to thank and welcome the ITV Racing Team today to our race meeting. The two feature races are being shown on ITV 3 this afternoon – that has not happened at Fakenham for over 30 years – so thank you for visiting us today and I hope your day goes well.

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 SUNDAY 21ST JANUARY 2024 CHIEF STEWARD: TONY MCGLONE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR: CHRISTOPHER BENNETT STEWARD: SIMON CONNAWAY ASSISTANT STEWARD: KELLY O’BOYLE RACEDAY ASSISTANT: ALI GALLIERS-PRATT CLERK OF THE SCALES: PAUL CHAMPION JUDGE: KATIE DOWSON STARTERS: WILLIE JARDINE & SHAUN MITCHELL MEDICAL OFFICERS: DR. PIERS REINHOLD, DR. DARYL FREEMAN & DR. NICK MORTON VETERINARY SURGEONS: MR. DAVID FENELEY, MR. TOBY KEMBLE & MISS DIANA VERHULST VETERINARY OFFICER: MATTHEW TONG EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS: JOHN BRAMHILL, SARAH DUNCAN, LOUISE SHERIDAN BETTING RING MANAGER: SARAH WOODBORNE COMMENTATOR: ALEX FUSSEY HEAD GROUNDSMAN: MATTHEW KING SECURITY OFFICER & DEPUTY DSL OFFICER: HARRY STEED PHOTOGRAPHER: NICK BUTCHER

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 Payne Crop Nutrition Raceday Friday 16th February.

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.

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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.

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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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FIRST RACE 12.20

FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE WIN £10K WITH ITV7 FOR FREE MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470.

(Penalty Value £4901.40)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (19-24): O Murphy (19 wins from 94 runners, 20%) runs ROCCOS INSPIRATION Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (5 wins from 26 runners, 19%) runs ROCCOS INSPIRATION Longest Traveller: MICKS JET trained by Mrs P Kirby, Richmond, 203 miles.

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DUSKY SPYGLASS (GB) (280) PFU-

Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Dusky Lory O Mr I. Bostock B Mr & Mrs Ian Bostock

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11-5

Alex Edwards J Laura Horsfall, Towcester T Abacus Securities Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Third foal, dam winning pointer. Failed to complete all 3 starts in points (latest Apr 2023).

TFRHHIII BHA-

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MICKS JET (IRE) (26) F21-434 BF 6 11-5 Br Ch m Jet Away - Miss Superior (IRE) Joe Williamson (5) J O North South Flyers Syndicate Philip Kirby, Richmond T B Mr Jamie Reck Topspec Equine Ltd, Hudson Foster Insurance Brokers, Philip Kirby Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point and scored impressively in a Cheltenham bumper in April. Not in quite the same form in that sphere during the autumn and opening hurdles effort was underwhelming. Will surely build on that, though. TFRHHHHH BHA-

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11-5

Lewis Stones (3) J Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T

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

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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MUSIQUE DE FEE (IRE) (40) 2-364

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Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Fairy Tale (FR) O Ms M. L. Peterson B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

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Gavin Sheehan J Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle T

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to modest level both starts in bumpers and given a considerate introduction over TFRHHHII BHAhurdles last month.

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ROCCOS INSPIRATION (IRE) (87) P2-2432 BF

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Our Genevieve (IRE) O Fitorfat Racing & Partner B C. Murphy

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Fergus Gregory J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty exposed now and found only one too good for the fifth time at Clonmel in October.

Off since and changed yards but she really should be a factor at this level.

TFRHHHHI BHA112

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STOP THIS TRAIN (IRE) (57) U6P-P04

Br B m Ask - Helens Decree (IRE) O The Buffers B Mr I. Freeley

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James Best J Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed once from 4 starts in Irish points but has offered little in a trio of maiden hurdles and a novice chase.

TFRHIIII BHA-

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BUBBLECRAFT (IRE) (12) P Br Gr f Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Gold Bubbles (USA) O Carl Appleton & Peter Edwards B Tullpark Ltd

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Lilly Pinchin J Michael Wigham, Newmarket T Jess Edwards - McTimoney Animal Therapist S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair at up to 13f on the Flat in France but pulled up on Leicester hurdle debut for new connections and last both starts on the level since.

TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023:MEETING ABANDONED

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note: STOP THIS TRAIN: Following its run on 25/11/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Micks Jet (IRE), 13-8 Roccos Inspiration (IRE), 11-1 Musique de Fee (IRE), 18-1 Most Agreeable (GB), 28-1 Dusky Spyglass (GB), 33-1 Bubblecraft (IRE), 100-1 Stop This Train (IRE)

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MICKS JET’s opening hurdles effort was hardly brimming with promise but she’ll surely know more this time and, given her bumper form, there really ought to be lots more to come. Roccos Inspiration has already finished second 5 times in her career and that position looks the most PLAY SMARTER likely scenario again.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MICKS JET (IRE) 2.ROCCOS INSPIRATION (IRE) 3.MUSIQUE DE FEE (IRE)

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SECOND RACE 12.55

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

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE SKY BET BUILD A BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

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

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (19-24): N King (6 wins from 61 runners, 10%) runs GO FOX Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (1 win from 13 runners, 8%) runs SAINT JAGUEN Longest Traveller: METHUSALAR trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 339 miles.

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SIR ROCK (IRE) (34) P-1R351

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage O Henfold Rockers B Mrs O. Hegarty

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Ben Bromley (5) J Toby Lawes, Beare Green T Lawmens Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made all over hurdles at Fontwell (21.7f) in May. Refused to race there on his return but got back on track with 2 solid efforts at Stratford and Huntingdon before making a winning chase debut at Plumpton. Player. TFRHHHHH BHA96

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SAINT JAGUEN (FR) (76) 5-4335 Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Soif d’Aimer (FR) O Imperial Racing & Mr John Blackburn B H. Tibeuf

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Liam Harrison J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Below par over hurdles at Hereford latest but has shown ability in that sphere and is worth monitoring in market on switch to chasing/handicapping for good yard.

TFRHHHII BHA94

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CARO DES FLOS (FR) (45) 4-54311 D

Br B g Tiger Groom - Royale Marie (FR) O Exors of the Late Mr Donald Smith B Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin

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Harry Bannister J Julian Smith, Tirley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a career-low mark to end a long losing run in handicap chase at Market Rasen and followed up off 8lb higher there 6 weeks ago. Hit with another 8lb rise but clearly thriving. TFRHHHHI BHA90

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METHUSALAR (IRE) (34) 0P46U6

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Pixie Dust (IRE) O Peter Bowen Racing Club B Jim Lanigan

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Gavin Sheehan J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T

TIMEFORM VIEW Would have gone close but for departing at Sedgefield before not seen to best effect when 6 1/4 lengths sixth of 11 to Sir Rock in handicap chase at Plumpton (19.8f, good to soft) 34 days ago. Headgear on. TFRHHHHI BHA86

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MACKIE DEE (IRE) (66) 62133-3 Br B g Westerner - Whatdoyouthinkmac (IRE) O Mr R. J. Armson B Mrs Kathleen McKeever

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Philip Armson (3) J Richard Armson, Melbourne T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap hurdler/chaser. Off 16 months, shaped as if retaining ability when well-held third at Market Rasen in November but remains to be seen whether this now 12-y-o can build significantly on that.

TFRHHIII BHA85

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GO FOX (GB) (33) 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

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Jack Quinlan J Neil King, Burderop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on easing mark when landing handicap chase contests here/Stratford in June. Mixed record since but latest second back hurdling here was respectable.

TFRHHHII BHA85

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CLOUDY WEDNESDAY (IRE) (9) P4-5130 CD

Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Hansel Monday (IRE) O Caroline Fryer B Miss Irene T. Walsh

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Lewis Stones (3) J Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won handicap chases over C&D and Huntingdon in the first half of 2023. Shaped as if needing the run back hurdling after 7 months off at latter course 9 days ago so entitled to come on for that. TFRHHHII BHA80

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VETONCALL (IRE) (268) 3/10253- C Br B g Well Chosen - Miss Audacious (IRE) O Mr Alan Jones B Christopher McKeever

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Freddie Gingell (5) J Alan Jones, Timberscombe T

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning return here (3m) last season but in and out since. This could be the time to catch him after 8 months off.

TFRHHHHI BHA74

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 5.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Sir Rock (IRE), 7-2 Caro des Flos (FR), 6-1 Methusalar (IRE), 8-1 Saint Jaguen (FR), 9-1 Vetoncall (IRE), 11-1 Cloudy Wednesday (IRE), 14-1 Go Fox (GB), 22-1 Mackie Dee (IRE)

SIR ROCK has his quirks but he took well to chasing when a narrow winner at Plumpton last month and looks capable of defying a 3lb rise. The thriving Caro des Flos is another to consider PLAY SMARTER along with fellow veteran Vetoncall, who won on his comeback here last season off a similar mark.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SIR ROCK (IRE) 2.CARO DES FLOS (FR) 3.VETONCALL (IRE)

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F—Fell. P—Pulled Up. R—Refused. S—Slipped Up. U—Unseated.

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THIRD RACE 1.25

About two miles (2m 3yds) FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

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KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (19-24): D Skelton (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs LADY BERLAIS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs LADY BERLAIS Longest Traveller: SILVER VISION trained by W Coltherd, Selkirk, 310 miles.

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LADY BERLAIS (GB) (33) 40-4631 CD

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Br B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Lady of Llanarmon Charlie Todd J O The Nigel Jones & Roy Ovel Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Yorton Farm Stud & Mr C. J. Edwards Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 7-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D (heavy) 33 days ago. Up 7lb but she’s not taken lightly in her current mood.

TFRHHHHI BHA92

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SAWPIT SIENNA (GB) (13) 4P-0041 C D Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Sawpit Supreme O Mr David A. Hunt B D. A. Hunt and A. T. Huckfield

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Ben Bromley (5) J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 3/1, posted a career best when winning 13-runner handicap hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft) 13 days ago. This course winner can go well again.

TFRHHHHI BHA90

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OUR PINK LADY (IRE) (33) 33-P663 Br B or Br m Westerner - Littlegrace Lady (IRE) O Mr Neil Berry & Mr Alan Herbert B Marian Slattery & John O’Connor

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Mr Alex Chadwick (7) J James Owen, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts over hurdles for Stuart Crawford and recorded her best effort for current yard when third of 7 over C&D 33 days ago. Possibilities.

TFRHHHII BHA90

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FILLYFUDGE (GB) (68) 34-0

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Br B m Charming Thought - Our Gal O Ms Fiona Donald B Mr G. Wilding

Jack Quinlan J Amy Murphy, Newmarket T CLASS1PERSONNEL S

TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 10f winner on the level but just modest form at best in three starts over timber thus far. No forlorn hope now handicapping, though.

TFRHHHII BHA88

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GLANCE AT ME (GB) (26) 0122-1P D

Br B m Passing Glance - Marys Legend O Robert and Sandra Davenport B Mr R. & Mrs S. M. Davenport

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11-9

James Martin (7) J Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement earlier this year, scoring at Lingfield and Plumpton over this trip. Off 7 months before pulled up in handicap at Wincanton last time however so needs to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA87

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SILVER VISION (GB) (7) U-P00P1 D

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Br Gr m Muhaarar - Surrealism O K.Mercer & R.Binnie & T.Whyte B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

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Edward Austin (5) J Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a much-reduced mark when a wide-margin winner of 10-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, heavy) 7 days ago. Leading claims under a 7lb penalty.

TFRHHHHH BHA78

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SAWPIT SAMANTHA (GB) (33) 6/066-6P

Br B m Champs Elysees - Sawpit Supreme O Mr David A. Hunt B Mr D. A. Hunt

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11-0

Toby Wynne (3) J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little over hurdles, pulled up in handicap at Catterick last time. Easy to look elsewhere.

TFRHHIII BHA78 2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Lady Berlais (GB), 10-3 Sawpit Sienna (GB), Silver Vision (GB), 7-1 Glance At Me (GB), 8-1 Fillyfudge (GB), 12-1 Our Pink Lady (IRE), 100-1 Sawpit Samantha (GB)

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SILVER VISION took full advantage of a falling mark when scoring easily at Kelso last week and a 7lb penalty doesn’t look sufficient to prevent Stuart Coltherd’s mare from following up. Recent PLAY SMARTER Taunton victor Sawpit Sienna appeals as the one to chase her home ahead of C&D winner Lady Berlais.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SILVER VISION 2.SAWPIT SIENNA 3.LADY BERLAIS

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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 SKY BET ACCA FREEZE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252.

(Penalty Value £5281)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (19-24): L Wadham (18 wins from 69 runners, 26%) runs FOR GINA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs CLARAROSE Longest Traveller: HAMMER DAN trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 259 miles.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

no

1

horse

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

ROSTELLO (FR) (35) 024614 C D

Br Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR) O Dr R. D. P. Newland B Patrick Boiteau

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

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12-0

Cillin Leonard (5) J Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked awkward when resuming winning ways over fences at Hexham in November and seemed to shirk it off the bridle when fourth of 6 in handicap chase at Southwell (25.8f, soft, 11/2) 35 days ago. Fairly treated back over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA98

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LEGAL RIGHTS (GER) (77) 5436P-6

Br Ch g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Lutindi (GER) O Heart of the South Racing 126 B Gestut Ebbesloh

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12-0

Harry Bannister J Toby Lawes, Beare Green T Heart Of The South Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended his time with Gary Moore on a low note and last of 6 on his Huntingdon reappearance for a new stable. Has undergone wind surgery since.

TFRHHIII BHA98

3

CLARAROSE (IRE) (60) 602-350 6 11-12 Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Garranlea Maree (IRE) Tristan Durrell (3) J O Mezzone Family Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mr Kevin Heaney Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on her final start in bumpers last season and encouraging third on hurdling debut.

Yet to build on that but could prove a different proposition upped in trip for handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA96

4

FOR GINA (GB) (61) 3-32121 CD Br B m Kayf Tara - United (GER) O Louise Kemble and J J W Wadham B R. B. Holt

6 11-12

Ben Bromley (5) 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.

5

KISS MY FACE (GB) (20) 51261-3

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Bridle Belle O Dan Gilbert, Andrew Bruce & Partner B Mrs H. Steel

7 11-12

Henry Brooke J Brian Ellison, Malton T Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form on the Flat towards the end of 2023 and ran well again back over hurdles when third in 7-runner handicap at Musselburgh (23.8f) 20 days ago. Not without a chance if jumping better. TFRHHHHI BHA96

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LITTLE TALKS (IRE) (11) 2P533

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

5

11-8

Jack Quinlan J Neil King, Burderop T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lots more to like about her third in extended 3m Doncaster handicap hurdle 11 days ago and there are still few miles on the clock, so not without hope.

TFRHHHII BHA92

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DAZZLING DOVE (GB) (33) 0P320-0

Br B m Winged Love (IRE) - Dans Desert O The Fairfax and Favor Racing Club B A. W. Buller

9

11-5

Lilly Pinchin J Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T Fairfax and Favor Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and has failed to beat a rival on her last two starts. Plenty to prove.

TFRHIIII BHA89

8

HERMES LE GRIS (FR) (232) 060P-35

Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Lola Lolita (FR) O On The Gallops - Hermes Le Gris B Jacques Lauriot

7

10-8

Liam Harrison J Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon T

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing in handicap hurdles last year and fared no better switched to chasing. Has left Warren Greatrex and joined a bang-in-form stable, though, so worth monitoring in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA78

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9

STEVEN SEAGULL (GB) (4) 04441P

Br B g War Command (USA) - Mercy Me O The Leolli Partnership B Mr Graham Smith-Bernal

4

10-6

Lewis Dobb (7) J John Ryan, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 4-runner juvenile hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f) in November, but ran poorly back on the Flat next time and jumped poorly when pulled up at Southwell 4 days ago. Something to prove. TFRHHIII BHA94

10 HAMMER DAN (IRE) (105) 20006-0 Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Soliya (FR) O Mr W. Frewen B Gary Adams

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10-5

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 22/1, twelfth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft) 105 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA75 DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6, 7, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 For Gina (GB), 5-1 Kiss My Face (GB), 9-1 Rostello (FR), 10-1 Little Talks (IRE), Hermes Le Gris (FR), 12-1 Clararose (IRE), 14-1 Legal Rights (GER), Steven Seagull (GB), 33-1 Hammer Dan (IRE), 150-1 Dazzling Dove (GB)

FOR GINA was pretty convincing over C&D a couple of months ago and this is a thin race, so she takes preference over Kiss My Face, who arrives on the back of a solid showing at Musselburgh.

PLAY SMARTER Rostello is also considered but most of the others have something to prove.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FOR GINA 2.KISS MY FACE 3.ROSTELLO (FR)

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FIFTH RACE 2.40

FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE SKY BET REQUEST A BET MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualifier)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (19-24): L Wadham (18 wins from 69 runners, 26%) runs PRETENDING Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs SPRING NOTE Longest Traveller: LILY LUNA trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 300 miles.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

no

1

horse

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE (GB) (36) U115-P5

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Belle De Londres (IRE) O Geoff Nicholas, Susan & John Waterworth B Goldford Stud

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

6

12-0

Freddie Gingell (5) J Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scopey sort who raised her game switched to a handicap when winning EBF Mares’ Final at Newbury (20.5f) in March.

Back on track when fifth of 10 in handicap at Cheltenham (20.2f) 5 weeks ago. Not discounted eased in class. TFRHHHII BHA124

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SPRING NOTE (IRE) (22) 2216-01

Br Ch m Mahler - Spring Baloo (IRE) O Canter Banter Racing B Stephanie Hanly

6 11-13

Paul O’Brien J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who comes here having doubled her hurdles tally at Newbury (16.3f) 3 weeks ago, well served by the drop back in trip and clear before 2 out. 13lb higher mark to contend with but respected for top yard in any case. TFRHHHHI BHA123

3

BONTTAY (IRE) (36) 2121-1U BF Br B m Westerner - Ben’s Turn (IRE) O Mr C. B Brookes & Fergal O’Brien B P. Connell

7 11-13

Connor Brace J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has yet to finish out of the first 2 in her completed 9 career starts (4 bumper, 5 hurdle), winning for the sixth time when edging ahead near the line in 2m Hereford handicap in November. Sent off a strong favourite and looked poised when unseating late on at Cheltenham last month. Obvious claims. TFRHHHHH BHA123

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ON MY COMMAND (IRE) (411) 11013/5-

Br B m War Command (USA) - Highindi O Mr John I Neocleous B Sean Connolly

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11-9

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T Fbc Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over hurdles for Harry Fry but following another yard switch, offered little sent chasing sole outing for Nicky TFRHHIII BHA119 Henderson 13 months ago. Betting should prove a useful guide returned to hurdling on debut for another new yard.

5

IP UP (FR) (23) 2-53132 C BF Br Ch m Secret Singer (FR) - Upisland (FR) O Mr Andy Peake B Mme Marinette Avril

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11-5

Craig Nichol J Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser in France who struck for this yard over 2m here in November. Acquitted herself with credit to hit the frame from inflated mark both starts since and no reason why she won’t give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA115

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MOONLIGHT GLORY (IRE) (26) 150152 D

Br B m Fame And Glory - Prairie Moonlight (GER) O Ursa Major Racing, CW Racing & Partner B Messrs Martin Baker & Brian Baker

9

11-2

Tom Midgley (3) J Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW All the better with a run under her belt when resuming winning ways at Newcastle (16.9f) in November. Below par at Market Rasen next time but quickly back to form when second at Sedgefield (19.8f) 26 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA112

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MASKED DANCE (FR) (11) 60U-221

Br Ch m Masked Marvel - Breakdance (FR) O Mr Philip Rowley B Jean-Yves & Jocelyne Payet Descombes

6

11-1

Alex Edwards J Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for switch to handicaps, building in no uncertain terms on her Ludlow reappearance second when running out a dominant winner at Doncaster (19.4f, soft) 11 days ago. Handicapper has reacted with an 11lb hike but big player nevertheless. TFRHHHHI BHA111

8

LILY LUNA (IRE) (26) 44-23 Br Gr m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Argento Luna O Derek Coles & Ian Gosden B Mr K. D. Cotter

6 10-12

Lorcan Williams J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame both starts in bumpers and similar story in pair of Wincanton novice hurdles at around 2m late last year. Makes a quick switch to handicaps now and likely there’s more to come, especially with this step up to 2 1/2m expected to suit. TFRHHHII BHA108

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PRETENDING (IRE) (43) 2202-F1 D

5 10-10

Br Gr m Make Believe - Gala O Mr James Summers B Denford Stud Ltd

Ben Bromley (5) J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent in the main and confirmed the promise of her reappearance as she opened her account as a hurdler in 5-runner handicap at Sandown (19.8f, heavy) just over 6 weeks ago. Rider’s handy claim more than off-sets her rise in weights and she’s not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA106

10 CREM FRESH (GB) (33) 2/25-12P CD BF Br B m Malinas (GER) - Clotted Cream (USA) O Mr David Gibbons B Mr & Mrs N. Faulks

10

10-6

Gavin Sheehan J Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T K & M (Hauliers) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t stood much racing to date but returned from a break to make all C&D in November. Just touched off at Leicester (2m) a week later but pulled up back here 33 days ago. Bounce back needed.

TFRHHIII BHA102 DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Stewards Note: ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE: Following its run on 16/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by the loose horse.

ON MY COMMAND: Following its run on 6/12/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

CREM FRESH: Following its run on 19/12/2023 it was reported that the horse resented being unable to dominate.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Bonttay (IRE), 5-1 Spring Note (IRE), Masked Dance (FR), 8-1 Pretending (IRE), 12-1 Ip Up (FR), Lily Luna (IRE), 14-1 Ilovethenightlife (GB), Moonlight Glory (IRE), 18-1 Crem Fresh (GB), 22-1 On My Command (IRE)

Already boasting an excellent record in bumpers/over hurdles, BONTTAY looked poised to make another bold bid prior to unseating 2 out on her most recent start at Cheltenham 5 weeks ago (full of running at the time). Clearly still on a good mark, she earns the vote to come out on top.

PLAY SMARTER Facile Doncaster scorer Masked Dance and Spring Note are others to consider, with Pretending another who likely still has more to offer.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BONTTAY (IRE) 2.MASKED DANCE (FR) 3.SPRING NOTE (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 3.15

FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE SKY BET VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (For The David Keith Memorial Cup) (Leg 1 of The Veterans’ Chase Series)

for ten 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 (19-24): Dr R Newland & J Ins (13 wins from 60 runners, 22%) runs ENQARDE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mr J Snowden (2 wins from 10 runners, 20%) runs GOOSE MAN Longest Traveller: FRANCKY DU BERLAIS trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 339 miles.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

no

1

horse

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

CHAMBARD (FR) (25) U44-21P D

Br B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Regina Park (FR) O David & Carol Shaw B A. Cypres, A. Maggiar & E. Roussel

age

st-lb

12

12-0

Miss Lucy Turner (5) J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2021/22 campaign with success in the Kim Muir at the Cheltenham Festival. Disappointed last season but firmly back on track this time around, winning Becher at Aintree (heavy) under this rider. Easy to forgive latest run in Welsh National at Chepstow since. TFRHHHHI BHA147

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CELEBRE D’ALLEN (FR) (43) 3400-14

Br Ch g Network (GER) - Revoltee (FR) O Mr Allan Stennett B Bruno Vagne

12

11-7

Elizabeth Gale (7) J Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cruised clear in a 25f Aintree veterans’ event under this rider on reappearance in October. Shaped much better than distance beaten suggests (failed to stay under gruelling conditions) when remote fourth in the Becher back at Aintree (National fences) since. Player. TFRHHHHI BHA140

3

FRANCKY DU BERLAIS (FR) (37) 523042 D

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Legende du Luy (FR) O Mr Roddy Owen B Mr Jean-Marc Lucas & Mr Franck Champion

11

11-2

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 2022 Summer Plate at Market Rasen and some good efforts since, including when runner-up in cross country at Cheltenham 5 weeks ago. Should go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA135

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GOOSE MAN (IRE) (51) 1/U61//-14

12

Br B g Gold Well - Young Amelie (FR) O Mrs Fitri Hay B Messrs James Byrne & Vincent Byrne

10-9

Gavin Sheehan J Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T JMH Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser forTomTaaffe who was able to defy a lay-off of fully 32 months to win selling handicap hurdle on the bridle at Huntingdon in November.

TFRHHHHH BHA128 Respectable run in much tougher race back chasing at Newbury following month and big shout up against fellow veterans this time.

5

ENQARDE (FR) (29) 060P-15 D Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Usachaqa (FR) O Off The Clock Partners & Dr RDP Newland B Mr Charles Hubert De Chaudenay

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10-6

Charlie Hammond J Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form after another wind operation when making a successful reappearance at Warwick. Not in same form at Haydock since, however, and headgear now applied. TFRHHHII BHA125 DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2023: BOLDMERE 10 11 6 Harry Bannister 5-4 (Alex Hales) 3 ran

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

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Chambard (FR), 10-3 Francky du Berlais (FR), 4-1 Goose Man (IRE), 9-2 Celebre d’Allen (FR), 5-1 Enqarde (FR)

Claims can be made for all 5 with GOOSE MAN shading the vote tackling a veterans event for the

PLAY SMARTER first time. Celebre d’Allen is next best back down in class.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOOSE MAN (IRE) 2.CELEBRE D’ALLEN (FR) 3.FRANCKY DU BERLAIS (FR)

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SEVENTH RACE 3.45

About two miles (2m 3yds) FAKENHAM

D UBLE P BONUS RACE

THE REVEL FESTIVAL MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (GBB RACE) for maiden four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2086, 2nd £1043, 3rd £521, 4th £261.

(Penalty Value £2722.46)

KEY RACE STATISTICS Leading course trainer (19-24): D Skelton (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs DISCO DAVIS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs DISCO DAVIS Longest Traveller: REAL EMPIRE trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

no

1

horse

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

DISCO DAVIS (FR) (77) 3-1

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Clarinet Davis (FR) O Mr Andrew L. Cohen B C Quellier, A Quellier & S Quellier

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

5

11-8

Tristan Durrell (3) J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Wood Hall Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Doctor Dino gelding. Dam unraced sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Violin Davis and fair hurdle winner/ useful chase winner (stayed 25f) Stradivarius Davis. Successful on second of 2 starts in points (Nov 5).

TFRHHHHH BHA-

2

FIFTYFIFTY (IRE) (34) 33-0

5

Br Br g Westerner - Shuil Aris (IRE) O Mrs Heather Kemp B Mr P. Doyle

11-8

Toby Wynne (3) J Laura Horsfall, Towcester T Abacus Securities Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Third both starts in Irish points but well beaten in a Musselburgh bumper on last month’s Rules debut.

TFRHIIII BHA-

3

IM THE BOSS (IRE) (246) 5-P6

Br B g Sea Moon - Kalema (GER) O Nick Wright and Luly Wright B M. Cave & S. Lanigan O’Keeffe

6

11-8

Lilly Pinchin J James Owen, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW €52,000 3-y-o, £8,500 5-y-o, Sea Moon gelding. Brother to fair 17f hurdle winner The Moon Sea’s Me. Unplaced both completed starts in Irish points (latest May 2023). TFRHHIII BHA-

4

NABONIDUS (GB) (-)

5

Br B g Native Ruler - Mists of Time (IRE) O One Step Too Far Racing Club B Mr Herbie Owen

11-8

Jamie Gambin (10) J James Owen, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Native Ruler gelding. Dam maiden on Flat. Not much to go on pedigree wise, so market TFRHHHII BHAvibes should provide the best clues.

5

REAL EMPIRE (GB) (-)

4

Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Discursus O Ms Rachel O’Neill B Godolphin

10-9

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

TIMEFORM VIEW £6,500 3-y-o, Teofilo gelding. Closely related to useful French 1m winner Nano Nagle.

Dam 1m winner abroad. Wears hood. Worth monitoring in the betting.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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HABIBI (IRE) (32) 3 4 10-2 Br B f Wings of Eagles (FR) - Red Cattiva James Turner (7) J O TS Equine Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Gerard Mullins Tmt Construction Ltd, Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 2 winners, including bumper winner/useful 2m hurdle winner Viva Devito. Didn’t shape at all badly on debut when 12 1/2 lengths third of 17 in the Newbury bumper won by Park Princess. Solid claims. TFRHHHII BHA-

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SAXON STAR (IRE) (-)

Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Wishing Star (IRE) O Mrs Claire Ellison B Mr Andrew McNally

4

10-2

Patrick Wadge (3) J Brian Ellison, Malton T Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Saxon Warrior filly. Dam fairly useful 10.7f winner on Flat. Should have the speed for this sort of test and stable is in terrific form.

TFRHHHHI BHADECLARED RUNNERS 7

Hood worn first time by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Disco Davis (FR), 11-4 Habibi (IRE), 11-2 Saxon Star (IRE), 15-2 Nabonidus (GB), 14-1 Real Empire (GB), 25-1 Im The Boss (IRE), 33-1 Fiftyfifty (IRE)

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DISCO DAVIS is from a good family and opened his account at the second attempt in a point in November, so he’s worth a chance to make a successful start for new connections. Saxon Star PLAY SMARTER is a notable newcomer with her stable in excellent form and Habibi boasts solid claims.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DISCO DAVIS (FR) 2.SAXON STAR (IRE) 3.HABIBI (IRE)

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Fakenham RACECOURSE

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY TO FAKENHAM RACECOURSE IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ Entry to this racecourse and grounds (the “Racecourse”) is granted subject at all times to the Fakenham Racecourse Company Terms and Conditions of entry, which can be found at www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk (under Racing tab, sub heading Important Raceday Information). If you would like a copy of the Terms and Conditions please ask a member of staff.

Please note that special conditions may apply to you if you are attending the Racecourse as a member of staff (whether engaged by the Racecourse and/or any of our contractors) or otherwise than in your personal capacity as a spectator. These special conditions can be found at www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk (under Racing tab, sub heading Important Raceday Information).

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the Terms and Conditions (including any applicable special conditions), but we draw your attention in particular to the following conditions which apply to all entrants to the Racecourse. Non-compliance with the following provisions will constitute a serious breach of the Terms and Conditions, as a result of which we have the right to cancel and withdraw any Ticket or other entitlements issued to you and eject you from the Racecourse.

The management reserves the right to change the terms & conditions of entry without prior notice.

• Only those attendees who have been given express prior permission by Fakenham Racecourse (the“Operator”) to trade, advertise, distribute leaflets or conduct any other commercial or promotional activities on the Racecourse may do so. This prohibition extends to and includes any person directly or indirectly involved in the collation and/or distribution of any audio, visual, audio-visual coverage of, or data relating to, any race or fixture at the Racecourse or any other British racecourse which has not been expressly permitted in advance by the Operator.

• Use of cameras, video equipment, laptop and other computer equipment, mobile telephones and other telecommunications devices at the Racecourse is strictly controlled and limited. You are not permitted to make any commercial use of any audio/visual coverage, still images or data relating to racing at the Racecourse. You must not use any device or technology to capture, record, store, transmit or broadcast any data relating to any race, fixture or other race-related activity at the Racecourse (except amateur photography, for private and domestic use), unless you are expressly permitted to do so.

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 WIN £10K WITH ITV7 FOR FREE MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Free Entry by noon, January 15th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb. 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/ 17 entries.

- Closed January 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.55 - THE SKY BET BUILD A BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Free Entry by noon, January 15th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 19th. Penalties, after January 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 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 January 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.25 - THE BETTING BETTER WITH SKY BET MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Free Entry by noon, January 15th, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

January 19th. Penalties, after January 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 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/ 15 entries. - Closed January 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.00 - THE SKY BET ACCA FREEZE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Free Entry by noon, January 15th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 19th. Penalties, after January 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 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/ 20 entries. - Closed January 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.40 - THE SKY BET REQUEST A BET MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, January 15th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 19th. Penalties, after January 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs (2m 4f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 18th April, 2024. 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/ 15 entries. - Closed January 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630.

(Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.15 - THE SKY BET VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (For The David Keith Memorial Cup) (Leg 1 of The Veterans’ Chase Series) 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 ten yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, January 15th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 19th. Penalties, after January 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The David Keith Memorial Cup will be presented to the winning owner. A best turned out horse award of £50 will be awarded. All horses which have Started in this race, as defined in the Rules of Racing, will be eligible to enter THE STAYERS’ VETERANS’ STEEPLE CHASE FINAL, to be run over a distance of about three miles at Sandown Park on January 4th, 2025. In the event of the abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been declared to run in that race under the provisions of Rule (F)89, or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. 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/ PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 8 entries. - Closed January 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.45 - THE REVEL FESTIVAL MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Free Entry by noon, January 15th, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed 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/ 15 entries. - Closed January 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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FAKENHAM FIXTURES

Fakenham RACECOURSE

2024 Payne Crop Nutrition Raceday - Friday 16th February - First Race 1.40pm

St. Patrick’s Raceday - Friday 15th March - First Race 2.00pm

Aldiss 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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