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I would like to offer you a warm welcome to Haydock Park for Betfred Tommy Whittle Chase Day. It is a great pleasure to welcome you to Haydock Park for one of the highlights of our winter programme, Betfred Tommy Whittle Chase Day. I would like to thank Betfred for their continued support of the racecourse and wish all the team a brilliant day. This raceday holds a special place in Haydock Park’s calendar, with the Betfred Tommy Whittle Chase standing as a true test of stamina and resilience. Traditionally run in demanding winter conditions, the race has a proud history of producing high-class staying chasers and offers an exciting focal point to today’s competitive card. The Tommy Whittle Handicap Chase is run in honour of the late Tommy Whittle each December at Haydock Park Racecourse. We are delighted to have the Whittle Family here with us today, and we hope they enjoy celebrating their longstanding association with Haydock Park Racecourse. With Christmas fast approaching, today’s meeting captures the spirit of the season, combining top-class racing with a lively and festive atmosphere around the racecourse. Whether you are joining us with friends, family, or colleagues, or continuing a long-standing festive tradition, we are delighted to have you with us. If you are still searching for a last-minute Christmas gift, our website offers a range of options that make the perfect present for any racing fan. From raceday tickets and hospitality experiences to Annual Memberships, or even the opportunity to own a share in the Haydock Park Racing Club horse, there are plenty of ways to give a gift that creates lasting memories long after Christmas Day. Our raceday team has once again worked hard to ensure you enjoy a memorable visit, with a wide range of food and drink options, warm hospitality, and friendly service available throughout the course. I hope you enjoy an excellent day’s racing and wish you a very Merry Christmas. Simon Tonge General Manager
DON’T FORGET OUR NEXT MEETING Tuesday 30th December THE BETFRED LAST FLING Join us for our final raceday of the year. A festive celebration of Jump racing packed with excitement both on and off the track. Enjoy top-class racing action and soak up the lively atmosphere in the Grandstands as we say farewell to 2025 in style.
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Regional Director North West Dickon White General Manager Simon Tonge Regional Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course - Haydock Park Daniel Cooper Regional Head of Operations – North West Stephen Mansfield Regional Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course – Aintree Sulekha Varma Catering Regional General Manager Lee Dennan Head of Commercial – Aintree and Haydock Park Claire Leonard Sales Service Manager Lucy McCaffrey Head of Marketing Aintree and Haydock Park James Rennard Partnership Account Manager Liz Jacob Communications Lead Sophie-May Clarke Owners Liaison Manager Vikki Mason Estates Manager Karl Coghlin Catering General Manager – Haydock Park Stuart Griffin Designated Safeguarding Lead Simon Tonge Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Daniel Cooper
Chairman Nick Bannister Committee Members Mouse Barlow, Christopher Clay, Simon Copeland, Rosie Curran, Graham Dagnall, Conor McGinn, Gary Middlebrook Stewards Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward) Jeremy Barlow (Stewards’ Panel Chair) Milly Bersey, Nathan Green, Robert McCarthy Starters Stuart Turner, Seamus O’Neill Judge Di Clark Clerk Of The Scales Wayne Burnell Veterinary Officer Mark Tabachnik Veterinary Surgeons Paddy Macandrew (SRVS) Alasdair Topp (RVS) Stuart Pearson (RVS) Medical Officers Dr John Murray (SRMO) Dr Ian Roberts (RMO) Dr Louise Williams (RMO) Dr Mike Unwin (RMO) Nurse Darren Lomax Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers Amy Fairclough, Lisa Cook, Michelle Maughan, Melanie Swarbrick, Joanne Vickers Betting Ring Manager Neil Pateman Commentator David Fitzgerald Raceday Presenter Gordon Brown
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CATERING
PREMIER LOUNGE
FACILITIES
Premier Lounge Full bar and freshly made dishes of the day including pizza, salads, sharing platters Premier Bar Full Bar
COUNTY STAND Sandon Suite Full Bar, including Draught Carling and Worthington’s Horseshoe Suite Full Bar, including Draught Carling and Worthington’s Coolies Bar & Grill Selection of deli offers
GRANDSTAND AND PADDOCK The Makerfield Lawn Serving coffee and donuts only Sprint Cup Bar/The Weighed Inn Full bar / Hot and cold beverages / Selection of award winning great north pies
The Moët Champagne Bar Wine & Champagne
Sports Bar Full Bar
Jubilee Bar Full Bar, including Draught Carling and Worthington’s
Oaks Bar Open
Final Furlong Bar Full Bar Cue Card Bar CLOSED
Paddock Club CLOSED The Wine Rack CLOSED
BE FRIENDLY STAND Be Friendly Café Open Be Friendly Bar Open
PADDOCK Pimms Garden Bar CLOSED Paddock Club CLOSED Paddock Coffee Serving a selection of seasonal coffees
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GROUND FLOOR - THE WINNING POST, SANDON BAR LANCASTER SUITE, CHASERS BAR FIRST FLOOR
HORSESHOE SUITE, WINE RACK COOLE’S KITCHEN
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13 Br Gr g Flemensfirth (USA) - Lady Wagtail (IRE) Harry Skelton J Dan Skelton, Alcester T 14 O Mr Robert Kirkland The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S 15 B Grange Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWQuicklymadeupintoasmartnoviceduring2023/24andlast-fencemistakearguablycosthimtheracewhensecondtoRoyalePagailleinthis12monthsago. SignedofflasttermwithasolidsecondintheBowlChaseatAintree(25f,good)andlikelytomakeaboldbidtogoonebetterthanlastyear. TFRHHHHI BHA166 2
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EXPERT VIEW
A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
Look out for Letters: C D CD BF
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MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM / P F U R CO B S r
= New racing season = Missed racing season = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race = Horse fell = Rider unseated = Horse refused to race = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse = Horse was brought down = Horse slipped = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race = Disqualified
d Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse. 3. Timeform view and TFR rating 4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race. 5. JOCKEYS Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day. OTHER USEFUL DETAILS 6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey 7. Saddlecloth number 8. Horse’s name 9. Birthplace of horse 10. Days since the horse last run 11. Horse’s age 12. Jockey’s weight (stone and lbs) 13. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) 14. Horse’s owner 15. Horse’s breeder 16. Sponsor
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Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.
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ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
Haydock Park has made substantial Accessible viewing practical changes to our facilities facilities are located: to ensure we follow all mandatory Makerfield Stand disability requirements, which First floor, Final Furlong Bar include the following: Centenary Stand First floor, Horseshoe Suite Inclusion of induction loops installed in suites and bars Braille being included on the majority of our signage Improvements to disabled viewing areas Suite doors being widened
Tommy Whittle Stand First floor, Kauto Star Suite
Accessible toilet facilities can be located in:
Lowering of betting facilities to improve access
Grandstand and Paddock Ground floor by Sprint Cup Bar
Viewing balconies improved for wheelchair access
Makerfield Stand Ground floor by Sports Bar
The introduction of a disabled lift
Centenary Stand Ground floor by Guinness Bar, first floor in Horseshoe Bar and second floor in the Premier Suite
Changes to existing lifts to allow wheelchair operation Increasing disabled car parking access Widening car parking spaces and installing appropriate signage Additional centrally located disabled toilets Modification of existing toilets to allow ambulant disabled access (including widening cubicles, installation of grab rails, lengthening mirrors, adjusting flush mechanisms, adjustments to door locking facilities and washbasin and handles) Refuge areas constructed in case of fire (including the installation of a 2-way communication system with the on-site control room to each point) Additional Evac chairs Changes to health and safety procedures to protect disabled persons
Tommy Whittle Stand Ground floor in Jubilee suite, first floor in Kauto Star suite, second floor in private boxes, third floor in private boxes and fourth floor in private boxes
Lowered Service Counters Lowered service counters are available in the Be Friendly, Grandstand and Paddock, Centenary and Tommy Whittle stands and in the betting facilities.
Induction Loops Induction Loops are available in the Be Friendly, Grandstand and Paddock, Centenary and Tommy Whittle stands.
Changes in admissions policy in respect of disabled persons (i.e., allowing carers in free of charge)
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ANNUAL
MEMBERS NEWSLETTER
Welcome to Haydock Park Annual Members on our annual pre-Christmas meeting, Betfred Tommy Whittle Chase Day. First run in 1982, the Tommy Whittle Chase is named in honour of the late Tommy Whittle, a director of Haydock Park for 30 years, 13 of which were spent as Chairman. The Tommy Whittle winners list reads like a Who’s Who of top three-mile chasers. Little Owl, Forgive n Forget, The Thinker, Twin Oaks, Chatham, One Man, Suny Bay and Cloudy Lane have all won it. A huge testament to the training abilities of the late Gordon W Richards is that he remains the winning most trainer of the race twenty seven years after his death. Gordon’s son, Nicky won this two years ago with Famous Bridge. Every inch a typical horse both he and his owner Hemmings racing excel with, it would be great if he could win again today. In the supporting card it’s great to see stars of the future going to post for the Betfred Mares Novice Hurdle. I am also delighted that our Annual Members Lunch will take place on December 30th, free of charge to members. Last year’s food was the apex of gastronomy and I’m sure this year’s offering will be equally as gratifying on the palette! The Betfair Chase was once again a stellar renewal, with Haydock specialist Royale Pagaille just being outpointed by Grey Dawning. There is much to look forward to with the alumni of that day this season. Today is the last day of the naps competition. There’s a great amount of camaraderie amongst members in this with the free prize of a Membership, and it is set for a pulsating finish . A reminder to all - you can renew your membership today for just £430. If you’re thinking of joining, or a present for your significant other, it really is a gift which Santa should have in his sack. With an unrivalled list of over 50 reciprocals, including the 1000 Guineas, Welsh National and all days here, it is brilliant value. Today sees a wonderful set of benefits for , from an Annual Badgeholders area, seating which rivals the Royal Albert Hall in the County Stand, a wonderful view of Haydock Park over two panoramic boxes and a munificent allowance on victuals throughout the concourse. Finally, in my last column of the year, I’d like to thank all Haydock Park Members for their support this year. I’d like to thank all racecourse staff especially - for their support and I wish you all a very Happy Christmas and hope you enjoy Boxing Day wherever you are going racing! Before that, please have an enjoyable and successful day today
STEPHEN DARBYSHIRE
Annual Members Representative
FIRST RACE
THE BETFRED NIFTY 50 CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET SERIES QUALIFIER)
11.45
for three 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)
J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (12 wins from 88 runners, 14%) runs A DIFFERENT KIND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N & W Twiston-Davies (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs SUPER FREDDIE WEIGHTWATCHER: EL JEFE won off a handicap mark of 109, his rating is now down 7lb to 102. LONGEST TRAVELLER: POUNDS AT THE TIME trained by T Lawes, Beare Green, 224 miles.
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A DIFFERENT KIND (IRE) (20) 115/00-0 C D
8
12-2
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LE YACHT (FR) (21) 51-51
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12-0
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BRUCIO (GB) (35) 0534-35
7
11-13
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SUPER FREDDIE (GB) (26) 0-23
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ACHNAMARA (GB) (9) 101U-4F D
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11-3
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NORTH PARADE (IRE) (11) 2040-04
10
11-1
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HAARAR (GB) (17) 3213-23 BF
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10-13
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POUNDS AT THE TIME (IRE) (29) 620-34
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Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Ma Minx (IRE) William Maggs (3) J O Mr Dene Rowe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim Tote, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulchaserbackin2023butwellbelowformin3startslastyear(followingalay-off)andfarednobetterbackoverhurdles at Carlisle last month following anotherabsence/breathing operation. Plentyto prove nowtried intongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA122 Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Carmen Lady Cameron Iles (3) J O Miss Emily Boultbee-Brooks Tom Lacey, Woolhope T B Mr Jeremy Duteuil & Mr Cedric Boutin Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWBeatWalkadinatomakeawinningstartoverhurdlesatLudlowinFebruaryandsteppedforwardfromreappearancefifthwhenmakingasuccessful handicapdebutatDoncaster(16.6f,soft)3weeksago,findingplentyforpressure.Furtherimprovementlikelyoverthislongertrip. TFRHHHHI BHA120 Br B m Authorized (IRE) - Lupa Montana (USA) Jack Andrews J O Walnut Hill Equine Clinic Ltd Tom Ellis, Rugby T B Ashbrittle Stud Fresh Air S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhurdlerforStuartCrawford,winningmareslistedhandicapinFebruarylastyear.Unabletomatchthatformoverfencesandhasbeenbrought alonggraduallybynewyardthisseason.Onahandymarkforhurdlesreturnandinterestingifsupportedwithfirst-timecheekpieceson. TFRHHHHH BHA119
Br B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Rons Dream Toby McCain-Mitchell (3) J O Baker, Lakin, Cooke and Dodd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B James and Jean Potter Ltd Courtiers Investment Services Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWShowed much more than on sole bumperstart when no match forimproving, odds-on stablemate on hurdles bow at Bangorlast month. LookedfarfromthefinishedarticlewhenthirdatLudlowlatestandremainswithpotentialnowhandicappingoveralongertrip. TFRHHHHI BHA111 Br B g Kodiac - Albamara Joe Williamson J O RedHotGardogs Philip Kirby, Richmond T B Miss K. Rausing Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWontwice at a lowerlevel last season but has a patchyrecord overFlat andJumps oflate, falling heavily at fifth on reappearance 9 days ago. Remains with questions to answer. TFRHHIII BHA109
Br Br g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Retain That Magic (IRE) Oscar Palmer (5) J O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T B Mr D. Kennedy Tuffa Footwear Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWRanwelltoplaceinacoupleofbetterhandicapsonsoftgroundlastseasonbutyettofirethiscampaign,typicalmistakes/stickingtotheinside nothelpinghiscausewhenwellheldoveralongertripatUttoxeter(23.3f)11daysago.Canbecompetitiveifbackonagoingday. TFRHHHII BHA107 Br B g Muhaarar - Interchange (IRE) Tom Midgley (3) J O Maximum Racing -Haarar Sam England, Guiseley T B Clearwater Stud Ltd Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWConsistentlastseasonandmadeasolidreappearancewhenrunner-upatAintreelastmonth.Afewin-behindimprovednext-time-out but modestwhenwell heldthird in a 6-runnerC&D handicap lasttime.Too soontowrite offgiven his previous form. TFRHHHII BHA105
Br B g Workforce - Cloisin Hill Girl (IRE) Benjamin Macey (3) J O Racing To Profit Syndicate Toby Lawes, Beare Green T B P. Gavin & E. Gavin Lawmens Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a bumperforP.Tobin in Ireland and showed much more on second start fornewyard when a staying on fourth in a 2m novice at Chepstowlast month. Should improve upped in distance on handicap debut and makes plentyofappeal. TFRHHHHI BHA104
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EL JEFE (IRE) (38) 00060-3 CD
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Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ros Mountain (IRE) Conor Rabbitt J O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T B Kilfeacle Stud & C. Quirke TIMEFORMVIEWScored5timesin2023/24season(includingthisrace),culminatinginacareer-bestdisplayattheAintreeGrandNationalmeeting.Noshowlastseasonbut bettersignswhen40/1thirdonreturnatAyr.Thisastrongerracethanheneedcontestbutinterestingtoseeifsupportedofffallingmark. TFRHHHII BHA102
2024: GEGE VILLE (FR) 8 10 10 Conor Rabbitt 15-2 (Nicky Richards) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Le Yacht (FR), 4-1 Super Freddie (GB), 9-2 Pounds At The Time (IRE), 6-1 Haarar (GB), 10-1 Brucio (GB), North Parade (IRE), 16-1 El Jefe (IRE), 20-1 A Different Kind (IRE), 50-1 Achnamara (GB)
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRUCIO 2.LE YACHT (FR) 3.POUNDS AT THE TIME (IRE)
RACE RESULTS RACE TIME
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FIRST RACE
A few could be underestimated by their current marks, including BRUCIO who is one to be interested in if the market expects first-time cheekpieces to have the desired effect. PLAY SMARTER Le Yacht is open to plenty of improvement now tackling a longer trip, as are unexposed handicap debutants Pounds At The Time and Super Freddie.
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THE BETFRED ‘BET BUILDER’ ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
SECOND RACE
12.20
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £18400 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7432, 2nd £3715, 3rd £1858, 4th £929. (Penalty Value £9717.04)
J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (17 wins from 90 runners, 19%) runs LARGY BELTER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 65 runners, 18%) runs LARGY BELTER LONGEST TRAVELLER: AYIKO trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
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AYIKO (GB) (14) 53/213-U
6
11-5
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BILL JOYCE (IRE) (233) 1132F-0 D
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LARGY BELTER (IRE) (33) 4/2-55
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LARIO (GER) (253) 30/3220-
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Br B g Champs Elysees - Soraya Pearl Sam Ewing J O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T B L&R Bloodstock Ltd The Sporting Life S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning 3m Irish hurdler who was hampered when unseated rider 9th in handicap hurdle at Navan (25.4f, heavy) 14 days ago. Can’t be discounted now going chasing. TFRHHHHI BHA127
Br B g Mahler - Bettys Delight (IRE) Richie McLernon J O Dan Walker Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Mrs Mary Hayes Wasdell Group S TIMEFORMVIEWAuseful dual 2m4fnovice hurdlewinner. Offsince coming in a below-parfourteenth of23 in 3m handicap hurdle at Punchestown 7 months ago but this successful pointeris a likely player on his debut in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA136 Br B g Youmzain (IRE) - Iffett (IRE) Tristan Durrell J O Middleham Park Racing LXXXIX Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mr D. J. Motherway Middleham Park Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWMade a promising start underRules when runner-up in a Fairyhouse bumper.Acquired by new connections for £85,000 but well held in a couple ofmaiden chases this season. Could still do betterthough fortop yard. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br B g Nutan (IRE) - Larmina (FR) Paul O’Brien J O OLBG Racing Club Harry Derham, Newbury T B Mrs U. Imm OLBG S TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenwinnerforAnthonyCharltonandingoodforminhandicaphurdlesforhiscurrentyardlasttermuntilonlyseventh in first-time cheekpieces atAyr(2m) final run. Goes chasing nowand no surpriseto see him bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA124
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Probable S.P’s: 5-6 Bill Joyce (IRE), 5-1 Ayiko (GB), 11-2 Largy Belter (IRE), Lario (GER) Not an easy race to assess but BILL JOYCE had some useful winning hurdles form to his name last term and this successful pointer is fancied to go in at the first time of PLAY SMARTER asking over fences. Irish raider Ayiko could emerge as the chief threat ahead of fellow chasing debutant Lario. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BILL JOYCE (IRE) 2.AYIKO 3.LARIO (GER)
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SECOND RACE
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THIRD RACE
THE BETFRED SUPPORTS JACK BERRY HOUSE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER)
12.55
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
O Owner B Breeder
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (17 wins from 90 runners, 19%) runs COBBLER’S BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 65 runners, 18%) runs COBBLER’S BOY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MILLDAM trained by Mr J Snowden & NO ORDINARY JOE trained by F Bramley, both Lambourn, 170 miles.
1m 7f 144y
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horse
age
st-lb
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NO ORDINARY JOE (IRE) (8) 40-00P0 D
9
12-0
2
MILLDAM (FR) (28) 11/410-0 CD
7
11-13
3
JOLTIN N JIVING (IRE) (32) C/1210-2
5
11-4
4
COBBLER’S BOY (IRE) (224) 2/02-1 D
5
11-3
5
SALIGO BAY (IRE) (35) 231311 D
7
11-2
6
HOW ABOUT NO (FR) (48) 22351-5 D
5
11-1
7
IRISH BLAZE (IRE) (353) 0/046UP- D
9
11-0
8
KING ULANDA (IRE) (28) 133-124 D BF
5
10-12
S Sponsor Br Breeding
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Shadow Dearg (IRE) Benjamin Macey (7) J O The Cheeky Pups Faye Bramley, Lambourn T B Sean Reilly TIMEFORMVIEWUseful on his day for Nicky Henderson, but winless since 2022 and there have been few positives to take from his 4 efforts for present connections. TFRHIIII BHA130 Br Gr g Martaline - Santa Dame (FR) Gavin Sheehan J O Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T B Mr R. Corveller & Mrs A. Corveller BetVictor S TIMEFORMVIEWBetterthaneverwhenlandingthisraceoff4lblower12monthsago,butarepeatappearsunlikelyjudged on a modest reappearance display back here 28 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA129
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Drumderry (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Craig & Laura Buckingham Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Paddy Kinsella Manor Farm Bloodstock S TIMEFORMVIEW£40,000IrishpointwinnerwhoconfirmedRulesdebutpromisewhenlandinga17fCarlislenovicehurdlesingoodstyleinFebruary.Unsurprisinglystruggledin anAintreeGrade1nexttime,butbackontrackwhensecondonreturn/handicapbowatKelso(16.2f,heavy).Each-waychanceoffsamemark. TFRHHHII BHA120 Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Cobbler’s Gold (IRE) Tristan Durrell J O Sullivan Group Limited Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Philip Heskin Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S TIMEFORMVIEWCost£115,000afterfinishingrunner-upinanIrishpointand,havingshapedwellwhensecondonhurdlesdebutinMarch,hewentonebetterwhenlandingthe oddsinfirst-timetonguestrap(alsofirstrunfollowingawindop)atWarwick(2m,good)inMay.Furtherprogresslikelynowhandicapping. TFRHHHHI BHA119
Br B g New Bay - Glorification Richie McLernon J O Lpd Demolition Ltd Sam England, Guiseley T B China Horse Club Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWLikeabletypearrivesintheformofhislife,makingitfourwinsfromlast5starts(includingavictoryontheFlat)whensuccessfulinan8-runnerhandicap hurdleatWetherby(2m,soft)lastmonth,gettingthebetterofanunexposedtype.Shouldgowellbiddingforahat-trickoff6lbhigher. TFRHHHII BHA118 Br B g Galiway - Feriadargent (FR) Sean Quinlan J O FoolsWhoDream Trading Products & Pollitt Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulwinneronFlatforJosephO’BrienandopenedhurdlesaccountinaCattericknovice(15.7f,goodtosoft)onsecondstartfornewyardinJanuary. Performedabovemarketexpectations(66/1)whenfifthof13onreturn/handicapdebutinthissphereatCarlisleandhe’sonetoconsider. TFRHHHII BHA117
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Run Cat (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O Na Dochasach Partnership Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Martin Keating Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORMVIEWProved more miss than hit over fences last year and failed to complete both starts in handicap hurdles during what turned out to be a truncated 2024/25 campaign.Ontheupside,thisIrishimportmakesdebutfornewconnectionsonapotentiallyhandymarkandneedsacloselookinthebetting. TFRHHHHH BHA116
Br B g Kingston Hill - Ulanda (IRE) Ben Smith (7) J O The Happy Monarchs Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Aidan Sexton Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Betting than ever when winning impressively at Carlisle (17.2f, good to firm) on return following breathing operation. Hit the frame twice since, latterlyon softerground atHuntingdon,andwill be aplayerifhe goesto post forthis.Engaged2.25AscotFriday. TFRHHHII BHA114
22
9
IP UP (FR) (20) 6433-43 D
7
10-11
Br Ch m Secret Singer (FR) - Upisland (FR) Craig Nichol J O Mr Andy Peake Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T B Mme Marinette Avril Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWelltreatedonpeakformandhasmadetheframebothstartssincereturningfromabreak/windop,latterly finishing third in an 8-runner Leicester handicap (15.5f, soft). Likelyto be on the premises once again. TFRHHHII BHA113
2024: MILLDAM (FR) 6 12 0 Gavin Sheehan 5-2 (Jamie Snowden) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Cobbler’s Boy (IRE), 9-2 Saligo Bay (IRE), 7-1 Joltin N Jiving (IRE), 8-1 Milldam (FR), 10-1 Ip Up (FR), 12-1 King Ulanda (IRE), 14-1 How About No (FR), 16-1 Irish Blaze (IRE), 40-1 No Ordinary Joe (IRE) Despite misgivings in respect of how much ability he retains, IRISH BLAZE is nevertheless tempting on his first run for the in-form Nicky Richards yard. The 9-y-o ended his time with Cian Collins on a downer, but resumes here for new connections on a mark that he’ll surely be able to exploit should PLAY SMARTER the change of scenery help spark a revival. The unexposed Cobbler’s Boy is an obvious danger now pitched into a handicap, while the hat-trick seeking Saligo Bay is also accorded respect. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IRISH BLAZE (IRE) 2.COBBLER’S BOY (IRE) 3.SALIGO BAY (IRE)
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THE BETFRED HAT TRICK HEAVEN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
1.30
J Jockey T Trainer
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (17 wins from 90 runners, 19%) runs PONY SOPRANO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 65 runners, 18%) runs PONY SOPRANO LONGEST TRAVELLERS: PRIMOZ & NETYWELL trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 239 miles.
colours no
O Owner B Breeder
S Sponsor Br Breeding
2m 67y
horse
age
st-lb
1
PRIMOZ (IRE) (35) 100-235 D
7
12-0
2
ESCAPEANDEVADE (IRE) (28) 2622-22 D BF
9
11-13
3
CABHFUILFUNGI (IRE) (34) 2U122-5 D
9
11-11
4
NETYWELL (FR) (28) 02P-30F CD
8
11-9
5
PONY SOPRANO (IRE) (33) 1350-35 BF
6
11-8
6
SUNNYVILLA (IRE) (28) 413/12-4 CD
10
11-6
7
MASTER BREFFNI (IRE) (29) 5211F-3 D
7
11-4
8
MY NOBLE LORD (USA) (24) 15033-2 D
4
10-13
Br B g Westerner - Be Mine Tonight (IRE) Derek Fox J O Aim Equestrian Ltd & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Liam & Michael Flavin Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWBarelycameoutofsecondgearwhenbeatingthere-opposingEscapeandevadeinamatchatKelsoinFebruary,whichwashissecondsuccessoverfences. SolidsecondbackatKelsoinSeptember,buthasproveddisappointingin2subsequentstartsandnowfindshimselfwithabittoprove. TFRHHIII BHA126 Br B g Westerner - Sandrinechoix (FR) Paul O’Brien J O Mr Jonathan Gregory Harry Derham, Newbury T B Ms Leah Mc Coy OLBG S TIMEFORMVIEWGenerallybelowparforJamesEwartlastseason,buthismarkeasedasaresultandhasfoundjustonetoogoodbothstartsfornewyard,latterlycoming homeaclearsecondinaC&Dhandicap.Thatformhasbeengivenahandsomeboostsinceand,stillonagoodmarkup4lb,he’sabigplayer. TFRHHHHI BHA125 Br B g Mahler - Maggie Andy (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O Mr C. J. Tipton Kerry Lee, Presteigne T B G. Quirk Fitzdares Limited, Kerry Lee, Kerry Lee S TIMEFORMVIEWFairhurdleswinnerwho found improvement sent chasing lastterm, confirming previous promisewhen landingthe odds in a Southwell handicap on NewYear’sDay.Wasn’tdisgracedwhenfifthonreturnatCheltenham(2m,soft)andshouldbecompetitivewiththatrununderhisbelt. TFRHHHII BHA123 Br B g Willywell (FR) - Netova (FR) Patrick Wadge J O County Set Five & K Hunter Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Mme Clarence Signol & Mr Xavier Brelaud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Rollstud Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW The first-leg of his hat-trick during 2023/24 campaign was in this very race and back on-song following a string of below-par efforts when runner-upatKelsoinMarch.However,hehasn’treproducedthatlevelofformsinceandothersmakemoreappealonthisoccasion. TFRHHIII BHA121
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Milanese Queen Tristan Durrell J O Mr Stephen Bough Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’tgoonasexpectedfollowinghurdlesdebutwinatExeterlastterm,buttherewerepositivestotakefromhisfirstrunoverfencesatWorcester.Notso goodbackatExetersince,butifabletoironoutthejumpingdeficienciesthatwereapparenttherehehaspotentialfromthissortofmark. TFRHHHII BHA120 Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Shenamar (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Pat Morrissey Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORMVIEWAthree-timewinnerinIrelandwhoadvancedhisformwhenmakingawinningstartforNickyRichardsoverC&D(heavy)lastDecember.Almost20lengths adriftofsecond-placedEscapeandevadewhenfourthonreturnbackherelastmonth,butheisatleastentitledtocomeonforthatrun. TFRHHHII BHA118 Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Hot Oscar (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Mr Phil Ellerby, Mr D Pollitt & Partners Micky Hammond, Middleham T B W. Devine TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedwhen bagging back-to-back small-field handicap chases in February. Earlyfallerin his hat-trick bidthe following month, but delivered an assuredenoughroundofjumpingwhenthirdonreturnatCatterick(19.2f,good).Goesonsoftgroundandhe’sanappealingcandidate. TFRHHHHH BHA116
Br B g Noble Mission - Almashooqa (USA) Craig Nichol J O Mr John P. McManus Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Shadwell Farm LLC Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time Flat winner for Michael Bell in 2024 and successful start over hurdles for this yard in a juvenile race at Chepstow last October. Runner-uponchasedebut/returnatWetherby(15.2f,goodtosoft)lastmonthandthis4-y-oisopentoimprovementinthissphere. TFRHHHII BHA117
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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: SUNNYVILLA (IRE) 9 10 13 Danny McMenamin 13-2 (Nicky Richards) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Stewards Note: PRIMOZ: Following its run on 15/11/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Escapeandevade (IRE), 9-2 My Noble Lord (USA), 5-1 Cabhfuilfungi (IRE), 13-2 Sunnyvilla (IRE), 17-2 Pony Soprano (IRE), 10-1 Primoz (IRE), 12-1 Master Breffni (IRE), 18-1 Netywell (FR) Cases can be made for most of these and the suggestion is MASTER BREFFNI, who was progressive switched to fences last term and shaped well all things considered on return at Catterick. The forecast slower ground here won’t be an issue, neither will the drop in trip given that this promises to be a PLAY SMARTER strongly-run affair. The form of Escapeandevade’s latest C&D effort looks very solid and he is a much-respected main danger. The 4-y-o My Noble Lord and Cabhfuilfungi are others to consider. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MASTER BREFFNI (IRE) 2.ESCAPEANDEVADE (IRE) 3.MY NOBLE LORD (USA)
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FOURTH RACE
WE CARE WHAT YOU THINK
TOMMY WHITTLE CHASE
ROLL OF HONOUR Year
Winner
Age
Weight
SP
Trainer
Jockey
2024
Egbert
7
11-4
16/1
A King
G Sheehan
2023
Famous Bridge
7
11-9
5/2F
N Richards
S Quinlan
MEETING ABANDONED
2022
2021
Enqarde
7
10-9
8/1
Dr R Newland
C Hammond
2020
Sam’s Adventure
8
11-4
14/1
B Ellison
B Hughes
2019
Lord du Mesnil
6
10-8
5/1
R Hobson
P O’Brien
2018
Dakiondike
6
11-9
6/1
D Pipe
T Scudamore
2017
Captain Redbeard
8
11-3
14/1
S Coltherd
S Coltherd
2016
Yala Emki
6
11-12
3/1F
V Williams
C Deutsch
2015
Seventh Sky
8
11-12
10/1
C Mann
G Sheehan
2024 WINNER: EGBERT
2023 WINNER: FAMOUS BRIDGE
As we mark 43 years of the Tommy Whittle Chase, today’s race remembers one of Haydock Park’s most influential figures. Tommy Whittle was a Director for 30 years, and Chairman from 1968 until his death in 1981. Throughout his tenure, he was instrumental in making significant improvements to the course and to Haydock Park’s jumping programme – not to mention being the first person in the racing world with the foresight to stage non-racing events on racecourses. Born in 1909 in Prestwich, Manchester, Tommy Whittle first became a director in 1951. Alongside this he continued to develop the family business, as well as holding numerous other posts, including director of the Racecourse Association and Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester. In his major contributions to Haydock Park, Tommy followed in the footsteps of his father, a keen sportsman and a director at Haydock Park for many years. Affectionately known as Big Tommy to differentiate him from ‘Little Tommy’, he was also an influential figurehead in the Lancashire Cricket League and Swinton Rugby League. Following Tommy’s death, the Whittle name lived on with his son Bill taking over as Chairman for the next 32 years, retiring in 2013. Tommy’s grandson Nicholas was the fourth generation of this distinguished family to preside at Haydock Park, serving for eight years as a board member at Carlisle and Haydock Park until 2019.
FIFTH RACE
THE BETFRED TOMMY WHITTLE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
2.05
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £19875, 2nd £9935, 3rd £4970, 4th £2485, 5th £1240, 6th £620. (Penalty Value £26015)
J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
O Owner B Breeder
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (12 wins from 88 runners, 14%) runs GRAND ALBERT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N & W Twiston-Davies (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs TOP OF THE BILL LONGEST TRAVELLERS: BRUCEJACK trained by P A Fahy, VELVET ELVIS trained by J McConnell, O’TOOLE trained by S R B Crawford, all Ireland.
3m 1f 125y
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horse
age
st-lb
1
VELVET ELVIS (IRE) (34) P1/020-P
9
12-2
2
TOP OF THE BILL (IRE) (28) 31/4P1-1 CD
9
12-2
3
FAMOUS BRIDGE (IRE) (28) 3D6P-00 CD
9
11-4
4
O’TOOLE (IRE) (27) 43/12//1-2
9
11-3
5
GRAND ALBERT (IRE) (21) 12/313-4
7
10-8
6
SALADINS SON (IRE) (28) 2/1P11-2
7
10-5
7
MY SILVER LINING (IRE) (28) P3P4-43
9
10-3
8
JACKS PARROT (FR) (38) 02435-4 BF
6
10-2
S Sponsor Br Breeding
Br Br g Shirocco (GER) - Treen (IRE) Alex Harvey (3) J O Mr D. Kierans John McConnell, Ireland T B Joe Fogarty TIMEFORM VIEW A smart winning chaser if not the most consistent for Gavin Cromwell. Pulled up on his yard bow in Troytown Handicap at Navan (24f, heavy) 34 days ago so has a bit to prove here. TFRHHIII BHA147 Br B g Fame And Glory - Glory Days (GER) Toby McCain-Mitchell (5) J O Mr Charlie Walker Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Miss Jackie O’Flynn Courtiers Investment Services Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWHas provedtemperamental but he signed offlasttermwith success at Ffos Las and returned from 8 months offwith a comfortable all-the-wayvictoryoverC&D last month. Hiked up 9lb but nottaken lightlyin his current mood. TFRHHHHI BHA147
Br B g Fame And Glory - Wahiba Hall (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Hemmings Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B John Gallagher Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Goes particularly well here and took this prize in 2023. Dropped away quickly from 3 out when seventh of 10 to Top ofThe Bill in handicap chase over C&D 28 days ago. Sort to bounce back though. TFRHHHII BHA135 Br Ch g Mahler - On Galley Head (IRE) Sam Ewing J O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T B Liam Lane The Sporting Life S TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage winning hurdler/chaserwho shaped well after11 months offwhen second of15 in handicap chase at Cork (21.2f, soft) 27 days ago. Up 7lb but this Irish challenger must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA134
Br Ch g Jet Away - Ruthy Lukey (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Owners Group 123 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B James Codd Owners Group S TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced sort but he’s won over both hurdles and fences and returned from 10 months offwith a respectable fourth of 8 in handicap chase at Bangor(24.1f, heavy) 21 days ago, despite making mistakes. No forlorn hopewith cheekpieces added. TFRHHHII BHA125 Br B g Tobougg (IRE) - Denny de Lap (IRE) Ben Godfrey J O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T B Thomas Westropp Bennett geegeez.co.uk S TIMEFORM VIEW Improved switched to Anthony Honeyball last season, scoring three times, and he ran well on his seasonal return when 7 lengths second of10toTop ofThe Bill overC&D fourweeks ago. Enjoys a 9lb pull intheweights here so isverymuch oneto consider. TFRHHHHI BHA122
Br Gr m Cloudings (IRE) - Welsh Connection (IRE) James Best J O Mrs Celia Djivanovic Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T B Mr & Mrs James Hannon Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEWWinless sinceJanuary, 2024, but she got back ontrack from a reduced markwhenthird of12 in handicap chase atAscot (29.3f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA120 Br B g Free Port Lux - Boscraie (FR) Craig Nichol J O MTRC and Appleton Racing Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Mr Jacques Cypres Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in this event 12 months ago and he wasn’t disgraced after 9 months off when fourth on his hurdling bow at Bangor (23f) 38 days ago. Firmly in the picture with that run under his belt. TFRHHHHI BHA119
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9
BRUCEJACK (IRE) (20) 252F-44
8
10-2
10 GRAND GESTE (IRE) (21) 334P-22 BF
6
10-2
11 LATENIGHTRUMBLE (GB) (51) 3122P-5
8
10-2
12 FENLAND TIGER (GB) (20) 3110/-02 D
9
10-2
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Greenhall Rambler (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J O Mr J. Mulhall P. A. Fahy, Ireland T B James Mulhall TIMEFORMVIEWWinless since 2023 but he comes here onthe back ofa good fourth of15 in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (30f, soft) 20 days ago. 9lb higher in the weights here though. TFRHHHII BHA117
Br Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Lake Cresent (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O The Acre Bottomers Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T B Mr & Mrs James Hannon Tuffa Footwear Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenhurdlerwhoismuchimprovedsentchasing,cominginanexcellentsecond(around2m4f)atCarlisleandNewcastle last month. Up 7lb here (including 2lb out ofthe handicap) but anotherbold showing is onthe cards back up intrip. TFRHHHHH BHA117
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Latenightdip Jack Andrews (3) J O Mrs P. A. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby T B Mrs Pippa Ellis Fresh Air S TIMEFORMVIEW Made a winning handicap chase debut at Wetherby (3m) last December but has been well below par on his last two outings, including on his return in 2m3fStratford handicap chase in October. Cheekpieces are reached fornow. TFRHHIII BHA116 Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - La Calinda Harry Atkins (7) J O Mr J C England and Valerie Beattie Sam England, Guiseley T B Tees Components Ltd Tote, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWAthree-timechasewinner(atupto3m2f)in2023/24.Onlytwiceracedsincebuthepostedagoodsecondof8inhandicap chase at Carlisle (24.5f, soft) 20 days ago. 7lb out oftheweights here but promising conditional booked. TFRHHIII BHA112
2024: EGBERT 7 11 4 Gavin Sheehan 16-1 (Alan King) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 8, 10. Stewards Note: FAMOUS BRIDGE: Following its run on 22/11/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its action crossing the line. GRAND ALBERT: Following its run on 29/11/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed late-on. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Saladins Son (IRE), 13-2 Jacks Parrot (FR), Grand Geste (IRE), 8-1 Famous Bridge (IRE), 9-1 Top of The Bill (IRE), O’Toole (IRE), 10-1 My Silver Lining (IRE), 12-1 Brucejack (IRE), 18-1 Fenland Tiger (GB), 28-1 Grand Albert (IRE), Latenightrumble (GB), 33-1 Velvet Elvis (IRE) Lots with chances but GRAND GESTE rates the pick of the weights (despite being 2lb out of the handicap) on the back of a fine second at Newcastle and can go one better now to continue the fine form of Joel Parkinson and Sue Smith. Last year’s runner-up Jacks Parrot (second choice) looks primed for another PLAY SMARTER bold showing after a recent spin over hurdles at Bangor, while Top of The Bill and Saladins Son came home 1-2 over C&D last time and seem sure to have a say too in a cracking Tommy Whittle. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GRAND GESTE (IRE) 2.JACKS PARROT (FR) 3.TOP OF THE BILL (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE
THE BETFRED ‘THE CLASSIC BOOKMAKER’ MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE (CLASS 1) (LISTED RACE) (REGISTERED AS THE ABRAM HURDLE) (GBB RACE)
2.40
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £45000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £19611, 2nd £8051, 3rd £4028, 4th £2012, 5th £1008, 6th £504. (Penalty Value £25627.50)
J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (17 wins from 90 runners, 19%) runs SUPREME MALINAS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 65 runners, 18%) runs SUPREME MALINAS LONGEST TRAVELLER: WALKS THE TALK trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.
colours no
O Owner B Breeder
S Sponsor Br Breeding
2m 2f 191y
horse
age
st-lb
1
JACKIE HOBBS (GB) (44) 1/110-1
5
11-3
2
AMELIA’S STAR (IRE) (39) 210-2
5
11-0
3
A PATH TO RONDA (IRE) (33) 14-12
5
11-0
4
BITTALEMON (GB) (119) 45101
4
11-0
5
LA ZOUBIDA (FR) (13) 210-11
5
11-0
6
PARK PRINCESS (IRE) (44) 140/-1
5
11-0
7
ROSES ALL THE WAY (IRE) (37) 2/2230-3
6
11-0
8
SUPREME MALINAS (IRE) (33) 1/2135-1 D
5
11-0
Br B m Jack Hobbs - Miss Milborne Paul O’Brien J O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Jackie Harry Derham, Newbury T B Barrow Hill Olive Print & Graphics S TIMEFORMVIEW£130,000 pointwinnerstarted 2-2 in bumpers priorto finding lessthan looked likelyinthe Nickel Coin atAintree. Straight back ontrackwhenwinning withabitinhandonhurdlesdebut/returnatNewbury(carries3lbpenaltyhere).Thatformhasworkedoutwellandshelookssuretoimprove. TFRHHHHI BHA-
Br Ch m Berkshire (IRE) - Cordione (IRE) Nick Slatter J O Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold T B Timothy Corcoran Pragnell S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive in bumpers, running creditablyin Grade 2 atAintree final start last season and showed plentyon hurdles bowwhen runner-up at Huntingdon (15.8f) last month, pulling clearofthe remainder. Mayimprove upped intrip. TFRHHHII BHABr Gr m Getaway (GER) - Dusty Too Gavin Sheehan J O RC Syndicate II & Mr Gary Gillies Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T B Mrs Virginia McGrath TIMEFORMVIEWWentthe right wayin bumpers priorto readilyscoring on herhurdling debut at Stratford (22f) on reappearance. Backedthat up undera penaltybut no matchforSupremeMalinasinanExeternovice(18.5f)lasttime.Stillearlydaysbutwillneedtoimprovedespitea7lbpullattheweightshere. TFRHHHII BHA123 Br Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Bizzarria Charlotte Jones J O Mr Darren Naylor James Moffatt, Cartmel T B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 1 1/2m Flat winner for William Haggas who showed similar form to land a pair of Cartmel novices over the summer, latterly when putting her experiencetogooduseagainstaclutchofhurdlingfirst-timers.Remainstobeseenhowshefaresawayfromthattrackinbettercompany. TFRHHIII BHA114
Br B m Authorized (IRE) - Titi Jolie (FR) Sean Quinlan J O Fine Claret Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORMVIEWGotoffthemarkinaMarketRasenbumperinFebruary(beforefindingGrade2companytoohot)butjustifiedsupporttomakeawinninghurdlesdebut atSedgefield.FollowedupwithbitinhandunderapenaltyatKelsolasttimeandimprovingmaremeritsrespectinbidforhat-trick. TFRHHHHI BHA117 Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Reine Angevine (FR) Ben Godfrey J O Peter Jones and Diana Goodall Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T B Padraig Higgins & Larry Murphy geegeez.co.uk S TIMEFORMVIEWLookedagoodprospectwhenwinningaNewburybumperondebutinDecember2023(notdisgracedinbettercompanyafter)andenhancedyard’sfine recordwithhorsesmakingseasonalreturnwhenwinningonhurdlesbowatLudlowlastmonth.Opentoimprovementinfirst-timetonguetie. TFRHHHII BHABr B m Workforce - Snug Bunch (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Mrs Miranda Johnson Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B J. Conlon Prisma Colour Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSecond on sole start in points and fairlyuseful runner-up in listed bumperbehind Supreme Malinas last season. Shaped as ifbetterforthe runwhenthird behindLaZoubidaonreappearance/hurdledebutatSedgefieldandmayhavemoretoofferonfirststartsincewindsurgery(wearstonguetie). TFRHHHII BHA-
Br B m Malinas (GER) - Native Supreme (IRE) Tristan Durrell J O Mr Garry Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Denis Noonan Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwhosebumperformhadplentyofsubstanceandshemadeanimpressivestartoverhurdleswhenseeingoffAPathToRonda by4lengthsatExeterlastmonth,quickenedclearandwellontopatfinish.Inexcellenthandsandlookssuretoprogress. TFRHHHHH BHA-
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Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ballyknock Hill (IRE) Alex Harvey J O Keep Er Lit Syndicate John McConnell, Ireland T B B. Higgins TIMEFORM VIEW Walk In the Park mare who made a promising start over hurdles when justifying support at Roscommon and followed up under a penalty against geldingswhenmakingall(jumpedwell)tolandaKelsonovice,onlykeptuptoworklateon.Couldbemoretocomeasshebidforhat-trick. TFRHHHII BHA119
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: HOLLOWAY QUEEN (IRE) 4 11 0 Nico de Boinville 4-5 (Nicky Henderson) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6, 7. Hood worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Jackie Hobbs (GB), Supreme Malinas (IRE), 7-1 A Path To Ronda (IRE), Walks The Talk (IRE), 15-2 La Zoubida (FR), 12-1 Park Princess (IRE), 33-1 Amelia’s Star (IRE), Bittalemon (GB), Roses All The Way (IRE) SUPREME MALINAS built on the promise she showed in bumpers with an impressive hurdling debut success at Exeter last month and she’s fancied to follow up. Jackie Hobbs looks the main danger in her bid to make it 2-2 over hurdles, the form of PLAY SMARTER her Newbury success working out well, while hat-trick seeking La Zoubida is another to note in a field stacked with potential improvers. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SUPREME MALINAS (IRE) 2.JACKIE HOBBS 3.LA ZOUBIDA (FR)
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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Richards (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs GEGE VILLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards (4 wins from 12 runners, 33%) runs GEGE VILLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: IDEM trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 239 miles.
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SUPER SURVIVOR (IRE) (27) 31100-2 D
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IDEM (FR) (42) R140-25
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SECRET TRIX (GB) (9) 2U2150 CD
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ERNEST GRAY (IRE) (55) 2P-1521 D
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11-8
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SAINT PALAIS (FR) (27) 6156-U5 D
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11-7
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IMPERIAL MERLIN (IRE) (35) 10-4204 CD
8
11-7
7
CAUGHTINYOURTRANCE (IRE) (6) 0-31146 D 6
11-5
8
JALISCO STAR (IRE) (11) 252-6P1 D
10-12
Br B g Shantou (USA) - All The Best Mate (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J O Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T B M. Sheehy BetVictor S TIMEFORMVIEW A dual 3m winner last term who resumed from 7 months offwith a good second of 5 in handicap hurdle at Windsor (24f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Must enter calculations despite a 2lb rise. TFRHHHII BHA131 Br B g Rail Link - Reflexion (FR) Patrick Wadge J O The Boltons and Atholl Duncan Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Not seen to ideal effect when a staying-on fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Aintree (24.7f, good) 42 days ago, needing stronger gallop. One to consider offthe same mark. TFRHHHII BHA128 Br B g Kayf Tara - Box of Trix (IRE) Aidan Weaver (7) J O Mr D Smith Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Aiden Murphy Betano S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who arrives in better form than his recent form figures suggest, set a lot to do when eighth of 11 in handicap hurdle atTaunton (19f, good) 9 days ago. Merits serious consideration now stepping back up intrip. TFRHHHHI BHA125
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Emily Gray (IRE) Tom Cannon J O Mr Andy Peake Alan King, Barbury Castle T B Suroben Ltd Goodwin Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved on the back of a wind op this term and landed 12-runner handicap hurdle at Aintree (24.7f, good) in October. Up 4lb but that form has been franked so he’s a likely player. TFRHHHHH BHA124 Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Ladies Choice (FR) Jack Quinlan J O The Plantation Racing Syndicate Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T B Mme Henri Devin & Mme Victoria Devin R W Armstrong Group Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWLightlyracedinrecentseasonsandhewentbackwardsfromhisreappearancewhenlastof5inhandicap hurdle at Windsor (24f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA123
Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Silver Charmer Brian Hughes J O Mr J. N. Blackburn John & Sean Quinn, Malton T B Boardsmill Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Sheridan Ny Llp S TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerwho posted a creditable fourth of9 in handicap hurdle atWetherby(21.2f, soft) 35 days ago. Not ruled out offthe same mark. TFRHHHII BHA123 Br B g Ocovango - Loyalty Card (IRE) Charlotte Jones J O Mr A. Horabin James Moffatt, Cartmel T B S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW Showed a good attitude when landing a double over 2m6f at Cartmel in the summer. Shaped as if in need ofthe run after4 months offwhen last of6 in handicap at Carlisle (25f, soft) 6 days ago and cantake a step forward now. TFRHHHII BHA121
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Br B m Mahler - Elphis Supreme (IRE) Benjamin Macey (7) J O The Laura Horsfall Racing Club Laura Horsfall, Towcester T B Sean Connolly Abacus Securities Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWellbelowparinacoupleofrunsoverfenceslastmonthbutshebouncedbacktoformrevertedtohurdleswithemphatic success in 5-runnerhandicap at Uttoxeter(23.3f, heavy) 11 days ago. Up 7lb but oughtto bethereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA114
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GEGE VILLE (FR) (299) 253/6/12- C
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10-8
10 GWENNIE MAY STAR (FR) (31) 51P-351
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Br B g Protektor (GER) - Auvloo Ville (FR) Danny McMenamin J O Mrs Ann Starkie Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Mr. J. Poumaillou & Mr. E. Poumaillou Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORMVIEWOpened his hurdles account here last Decemberbut offthetrack since posting a good second of8 in handicap hurdle atAyr(20.4f, heavy) 9 months ago.Yard is going wellthough so can’t be ruled out on his seasonal return. TFRHHHII BHA110 Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Grande Symphonie (FR) Lewis Saunders (5) J O Ms Gwendoline M Clarke Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B SC Racing Investment Society Ecurie RIS Betano S TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to go on over fences for Dan Skelton but made a winning start for newyard back hurdling in 9-runner handicap atWarwick (25f, soft) 31 days ago, getting up on line. Usual cheekpieces go back on nowand needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA109
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: SUPREMELY WEST (IRE) 6 12 0 Charlie Hammond 7-2 (Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 7, 10. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Super Survivor (IRE), Ernest Gray (IRE), 11-2 Gwennie May Star (FR), 6-1 Jalisco Star (IRE), 15-2 Idem (FR), 12-1 Gege Ville (FR), 14-1 Imperial Merlin (IRE), 16-1 Secret Trix (GB), 33-1 Caughtinyourtrance (IRE), 40-1 Saint Palais (FR) A competitive finale and it could go the way of Alan King’s ERNEST GRAY who arrives on the up and is taken to bag a third win of the season with the form of his recent Aintree victory having been well advertised since. Secret Trix should prove suited by PLAY SMARTER this return to 3m and rates a big threat though, while Super Survivor, Idem and Gwennie May Star all need factoring in too. Imperial Merlin completes the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ERNEST GRAY (IRE) 2.SECRET TRIX 3.SUPER SURVIVOR (IRE)
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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 11.45 - THE BETFRED NIFTY 50 CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to December 17th, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. Betfred has generously sponsored this race. Mementos will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier. 19 entries at £50. - Closed December 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) A SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.20 - THE BETFRED ‘BET BUILDER’ ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9717 to the winning horse The second to receive £4471, the third £2235 and the fourth £1118. for four yrs old and upwards which have not won a steeple chase. Enter by noon, December 15th and pay £92 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined.. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 9 entries at £92. - Closed December 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7432; Second £3715; Third £1858; Fourth £929. (Penalty Value £9717.04) SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 12.55 - THE BETFRED SUPPORTS JACK BERRY HOUSE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 4th April, 2026. 17 entries at £75. - Closed December 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.30 - THE BETFRED HAT TRICK HEAVEN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 16 entries at £100. - Closed December 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.05 - THE BETFRED TOMMY WHITTLE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 6lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A challenge trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until 1st December in the following year. Mementos will be presented to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and a cash prize of £200 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfred. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France 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 17 entries, 3 at £50 and 14 at £250. - Closed December 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620. (Penalty Value £26015) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.40 - THE BETFRED ‘THE CLASSIC BOOKMAKER’ MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (Registered as The Abram Hurdle) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25627 to the winning horse The second to receive £9616, the third £4815, the fourth £2398, the fifth £1206 and the sixth £603. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, December 15th and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a prize of £150 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfred. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 10 entries at £225. - Closed December 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £19611; Second £8051; Third £4028; Fourth £2012; Fifth £1008; Sixth £504. (Penalty Value £25627.50) A SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.15 - THE BETFRED MERRY CHRISTMAS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Stayers’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 13th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. Mementos will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYERS HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Three Miles About Half A Furlong (3m 58yds) at Haydock Park on 4th April, 2026. 17 entries at £75. - Closed December 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. 47
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ROSE OF LANCASTER STAKES LADIES DAY
SAT FLAT SEASON OPENER 25 APR
THU 3 SEP
SEPTEMBER FLAT RACING
PERTEMPS SWINTON SAT 9 MAY HURDLE DAY
FRI 4 SEP
RACING WELFARE CHARITY RACEDAY
THU TEMPLE STAKES THURSDAY 21 MAY
SAT 5 SEP
BETFAIR SPRINT CUP
THE MACMILLAN FRI 22 MAY HAYDOCK PARK RACEDAY
SUMMER SEASON FRI 25 SEP FINALE FRIDAY
SAT TEMPLE STAKES DAY 23 MAY
SAT SUMMER SEASON FINALE 26 SEP
FRI EVENING RACING 29 MAY
FRI FLAT FINALE 16 OCT
SAT SPARKLING SATURDAY 30 MAY
SAT BETFAIR CHASE DAY 21 NOV
TOM GRENNAN LIVE SAT 20 JUN AFTER RACING
WED 2 DEC
THU 2 JUL
GLASS TIMES RACEDAY
SAT TOMMY WHITTLE CHASE DAY 19 DEC
FRI 3 JUL
EVENING RACING
WED THE LAST FLING 30 DEC
SAT 4 JUL
OLD NEWTON CUP DAY
EASTER FAMILY DAY
CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON JUMP RACING
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