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Welcome to Haydock Park for The Betfred Last Fling Raceday. It is a pleasure to welcome you to Haydock Park for our Betfred Last Fling Raceday, as we draw the curtain on another memorable year of racing. I would like to thank Betfred for their continued support and sponsorship, and to thank you for your loyal support of Haydock Park throughout the year. Today’s meeting provides a fitting finale to the festive period, with competitive racing throughout the card and the Betfred Last Fling Handicap Chase once again taking centre stage. Run in the heart of the winter season, the race has built a strong reputation for testing both stamina and determination, ensuring an exciting highlight for racegoers and viewers alike. The days between Christmas and New Year are a traditional time to enjoy the sport with friends and family, and we are delighted you have chosen to spend part of the festive break with us. Whether you are seeing out the year in familiar company or making a final visit of 2025 to the racecourse, we hope today delivers a relaxed and enjoyable raceday experience. As the year comes to a close, there is still time to look ahead to 2026. Our website features a range of racing experiences, including upcoming raceday tickets, hospitality packages, Annual Memberships, and opportunities to get even closer to the action through the Haydock Park Racing Club. Each offers a memorable way to continue your involvement with Haydock Park into the New Year. I hope you enjoy today’s racing and on behalf of the whole team at Haydock Park, would like to wish you a very Happy New Year. Simon Tonge General Manager
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TIMEFORMVIEWQuicklymadeupintoasmartnoviceduring2023/24andlast-fencemistakearguablycosthimtheracewhensecondtoRoyalePagailleinthis12monthsago. SignedofflasttermwithasolidsecondintheBowlChaseatAintree(25f,good)andlikelytomakeaboldbidtogoonebetterthanlastyear. TFRHHHHI BHA166 2
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FIRST RACE
THE BETFRED NIFTY 50 CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH BRINDISI BREEZE SERIES QUALIFIER)
12.35
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)
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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (9 wins from 56 runners, 16%) runs CLONDAW ROYALE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (10 wins from 51 runners, 20%) runs NAZARE WEIGHTWATCHER: CLONDAW ROYALE won off a handicap mark of 105, his rating is now down 6lb to 99. LONGEST TRAVELLER: INIS OIRR trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 239 miles.
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KISS MY FACE (GB) (41) 053135 D
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DOUGLAS HYDE (IRE) (39) 1/222-33 D
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CLONDAW ROYALE (IRE) (181) 430-060 CD
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MAURA JEANNE (GB) (53) 1534-62 D
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Br B g Ocovango - Peace Time Beauty (IRE) Conner McCann (6) J O Mr Gerry McGladery Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Mr M. Brennan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFormerEdinburghNationalwinnerbuthasposted2modesteffortssinceagoodsecondonhisCarlislereappearance in October.Areturnto hurdling forthe firsttime in well over2years needsto help a revival. TFRHHHII BHA116 Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Caritas Alex Chadwick J O Nazare Racing James Owen, Newmarket T B Dr V. Ana Sofia Dias Trindade & Tim Lane racehorse-ownership.com S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyuseful bumperwinnerwho landed a pairofhandicap hurdles around 20.5flast month.Afurther4lb rise may not prevent him completing the hat-trick, particularly as this longertrip could suit. TFRHHHHH BHA113 Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Bridle Belle Joe Anderson J O Hugh Bricknell Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T B Mrs H. Steel Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWBetterthaneverwhensnappinga15-monthlosingrunatWetherby(3m,goodtofirm)inOctober.Twocreditableefforts have followed but his mark looks about right. TFRHHHII BHA111
Br Gr g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Captur (FR) Aamilah Aswat (10) J O Friends Of Ebony Horse Club Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T B Mr Georges Massa Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler. Not disgraced in handicaps this term without posing a serious threat. Probably needs to come down a little more in the weights. TFRHHIII BHA107 Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Late Night Deed Jamie Brace J O Farnham’s, Rymer’s, Street’s & Lockett’s Rebecca Curtis, Newport T B Godfrey Moylan William Hill, Express Contract Drying Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW£85,000Irishpointwinnerwhoshowedfairformwhenfinishingrunner-upinatrioofbumperslastseason.Hasn’tmatchedthatformin2runsoverhurdlesbut probablypaidforkeepingtabsonapairwithsuperiorabilityatChepstowonmostrecentoutingandmaydobetternowenteringhandicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA105
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Goodbloodbadblood (IRE) Benjamin Macey (6) J O The Iveragh Syndicate Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Mary M. Brennan Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to fire in 3 outings over the summer but one to keep a close eye on in the betting on his return having won this race off6lb higher under Ben Macey last year. TFRHHHII BHA99 Br Ch m Sulamani (IRE) - Watch Closely Now (IRE) Alan Doyle J O Land Of Burns Racing Club Ian Duncan, Coylton T B Ian A. Duncan Ian Duncan Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever when doubling her tally at Ayr (3m, soft) in February. All the sharper for Perth reappearance when second of 10 at Hexham (23f, good to soft) last month. TFRHHHII BHA95
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: CLONDAW ROYALE (IRE) 5 10 7 Benjamin Macey 11-4 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 8 ran Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note: INIS OIRR: Following its run on 22/12/2025 it was reported that the horse made two bad mistakes. KISS MY FACE: Following its run on 19/11/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Nazare (FR), 4-1 Douglas Hyde (IRE), 8-1 Clondaw Royale (IRE), 9-1 Maura Jeanne (GB), 10-1 Inis Oirr (IRE), Guchen (FR), 14-1 Kiss My Face (GB) 12
NAZARE can show he’s still a step ahead of the handicapper. Fellow unexposed sort Douglas Hyde may give James Owen’s charge most to do unless the betting hints
PLAY SMARTER that a revival is likely to be forthcoming from last year’s winner Clondaw Royale.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NAZARE (FR) 2.DOUGLAS HYDE (IRE) 3.CLONDAW ROYALE (IRE)
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SECOND RACE
THE BETFRED ‘BET BUILDER’ EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
1.05
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5008, 2nd £2504, 3rd £1252, 4th £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20) J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (9 wins from 56 runners, 16%) runs BOSTON SAVR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs BOSTON SAVR LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAPTAIN HUGO trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 192 miles.
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Br B g Califet (FR) - Brixen (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T B Mr Tom Ford Tuffa Footwear Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start to his hurdling career, building on Wetherby second with Market Rasen win over an extended 2m last month. Should be more to come for his in-form stable. TFRHHHHI BHA114
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Vic Chic (IRE) Sean Houlihan J O Scrimgeours, Mighell & White Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T B J.R. Weston Philip Hobbs Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWCreatedagoodimpressionwhenmakingawinningstartinthissphereinnoviceatNewbury(2m,goodtosoft)inNovember. Couldn’t livewith an exciting prospect atAintree since but remains capable ofbetter. Probablythe oneto beat. TFRHHHHH BHA129 Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Fair Evie (IRE) Charlie Hammond J O Genet Racing Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T B Paramount Farms Science Supplements S TIMEFORMVIEW Left his Irish form behind to make a winning start for Stuart Edmunds in 2m Leicester maiden hurdle on heavy ground 3 weeks ago. Will be competitive under his penalty if showing up here in similar form. TFRHHHHI BHA125 Br B g Milan - Rathvawn Belle (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Mrs K Browne & Partners Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Mrs D. Cashman Wasdell Group S TIMEFORMVIEWShowed only greenness on his recent Southwell debut. TFRHIIII BHA-
Br B g Passing Glance - My Miss Lucy Callum Bewley J O Dot’s Codgers Sam England, Guiseley T B Oliver Dale Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSome promise in a couple ofbumpers forTomWeston and similarstorysent hurdling fornewyardthiswinter. Possibly more one for handicaps afterthis, though. TFRHHIII BHABr B g Libertarian - Golden Belief (IRE) Jack Tudor J O Crest Racing XII Christian Williams, Bridgend T B Larry Murphy Dodson and Horrell S TIMEFORMVIEWHas looked more of a long-term project in a bumper/novice hurdle in recent months. TFRHIIII BHA-
Br Ch g Crystal Ocean - Lady Drop (FR) Mr Jamie Neild (7) J O Mr J. D. Neild Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Courtiers Investment Services Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWFairform in bumpers last season. Downthe field in a useful Cheltenham conditions race and a C&D since switching to hurdles and stands more chance of making an impact with his sights lowered. TFRHHHII BHABr B g Jet Away - Miss Cave (IRE) Toby Wynne J O Hardscrabble Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Paul Giles Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinner. Has shown some promise in 2 hurdlesthiswinterbut maynot seetheverybest ofhim until handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA-
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Br B g Jet Away - Monets Dream (IRE) Craig Nichol J O The Posse Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Kenneth Parkhill Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFetched£55,000afterwinningthesecondofhis2startsinIrishmaidenpointsbutlooksmoreoneforhandicaps based on his 2 hurdle starts in recent weeks. TFRHHIII BHABr B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Inchiquin Cailin (IRE) Richard Patrick J O Mr Robert Fear and Mrs Tracey Ham Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope T B Sean Harnedy TIMEFORMVIEWThree-timepointwinner.OnlyfifthinahunterchaseatCheltenhaminMay2024butmadeanencouragingreturntothetrack after20 months offwhen second in 2m Hereford maiden hurdle fornewyard 3weeks ago. Entitledto improve. TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2024: LAGANHILL 6 11 0 Stan Sheppard 14-1 (Henry Daly) 6 ran Hood worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 1, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Stewards Note: GOLDEN PRINCE: Following its run on 30/11/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight. Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Captain Hugo (IRE), 4-1 Brixson (IRE), The Cistercian (IRE), 9-1 Wolf Walker (IRE), 16-1 The Egyptian Ginge (IRE), 33-1 U S Marshall (IRE), 40-1 Moonlightinthepark (IRE), 50-1 Timmys Jet Away (IRE), 66-1 Boston Savr (IRE), Gaelic Glow (GB), Golden Prince (IRE) CAPTAIN HUGO was probably up against a smart one at Aintree last time and can make it 2-3 over hurdles. Fellow previous winners Brixson and The Cistercian may give him the most
PLAY SMARTER to think about.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CAPTAIN HUGO (IRE) 2.BRIXSON (IRE) 3.THE CISTERCIAN (IRE)
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Br B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lostintransaction (IRE) Charlie Todd J O Mr G. Malanga Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Noel Doyle Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points during the spring. Beaten 15 lengths in 2 novice hurdles this winter. Raced keenly at Ludlow latterly and a hood is added now. TFRHHIII BHA-
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THIRD RACE
1.35
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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (18 wins from 94 runners, 19%) runs LAC DE CONSTANCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 61 runners, 16%) runs LAC DE CONSTANCE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BOIS GUILLBERT trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 239 miles.
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GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (32) F634-15
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11-13
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NED TANNER (IRE) (24) 2214-03 CD
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11-6
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BOIS GUILLBERT (FR) (52) P6156-5
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11-6
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TARAS HALLS (IRE) (32) 16P-P1P D
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11-5
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BOWENSPARK (IRE) (28) 0662-P2
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EPINEPHRINE (FR) (40) 3/4416-6
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11-3
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KAHAVARI (FR) (31) 22U2-U6
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Br Gr g Martaline - Kendova (FR) Liam Harrison J O Mr Andrew L. Cohen Dan Skelton, Alcester T B SCEA PA Ouvry & Ecurie des Vives Terres Wood Hall Stud Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-racedsortandnotdisgracedonsecondrunbackaftera13-monthabsencewhensixthin23fhandicaphurdleatMarketRasen 34 days ago. Revertsto chasing offa handy-looking mark and notwithout interest foryard amongthewinners. TFRHHHHH BHA127
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Miss d’Estruval (FR) Brian Hughes J O Mr John P. McManus Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Comte Michel de Gigou Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwith 17fwin at Kelso and not discredited undermore patienttacticswhen fifth of7 in handicap chase at Doncaster(19.1f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA126 Br B g Milan - Rose Tanner (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Hands and Heels N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B John Mulcahy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWTook this 12 months ago and not disgraced when third of6 in handicap chase atAintree (19.9f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Since had a wind op so can’t be discounted from an easing mark. TFRHHHHI BHA119
Br Ch g Ivanhowe (GER) - Ready Kap (FR) Patrick Wadge J O Mr R. B. H. Young Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinning start overfences atNewcastlein Februarybut returnedwith abelow-parfifth of7toGrain d’Oudairies in handicap chase at Kelso (17.1f, goodto soft) 52 days ago. Cheekpieces are reached fornow. TFRHHIII BHA119 Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Brixen (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T B Mr Tom Ford Tuffa Footwear Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered for first time when scoring at Newcastle in November but pulled up in handicap chase at Doncaster (19.1f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Not proving the easiest to catch right. TFRHHIII BHA118
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bowenscourt (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J O Hemmings Racing Henry Daly, Ludlow T B Brittas House Stud and Grenane House Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWPostedagoodsecondof6onjusthissecondruninthissphereinhandicapchaseatSouthwell(20.4f,goodtosoft) 28 days ago. Playerifbackingthat up. TFRHHHII BHA117 Br B m No Risk At All (FR) - Brave d’Honneur (FR) Charlie Deutsch J O C J Norton Esq Venetia Williams, Hereford T B Mme Catherine Coiffier Faucets Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWGot offthe mark in 2m handicap hurdle at Kempton in February but tailed offnext 2 starts, including in 2m5f handicap hurdle at Warwick on her return last month. Goes chasing with plentyto prove. TFRHHIII BHA116 Br Gr g Tunis (POL) - Porte d’Auteuil (FR) Craig Nichol J O Malcolm Jones and Partners Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Mr Nicholas Cypres Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWAfairex-French 2m3fhurdlewinnerwhowas shaping reallywell on his fencing bowwhen unseated 3 out at Bangor in November. Beat just one there since though so has a bit to prove. TFRHHIII BHA111
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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: NED TANNER (IRE) 8 10 10 Danny McMenamin 7-2 (N W Alexander) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note: TARAS HALLS: Following its run on 28/11/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Lac de Constance (FR), Bowenspark (IRE), 11-2 Taras Halls (IRE), 6-1 Ned Tanner (IRE), 13-2 Bois Guillbert (FR), 17-2 Grain d’Oudairies (FR), 9-1 Kahavari (FR), 18-1 Epinephrine (FR) A few of these arrive with a question mark against them so this looks a good opportunity for Dan Skelton’s LAC DE CONSTANCE to take another step forward and capitalise on a lenient mark back over fences. Last year’s victor Ned Tanner could emerge as the chief threat if PLAY SMARTER recent wind surgery has a positive effect, while Grain d’Oudairies and Bowenspark also need factoring in. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LAC DE CONSTANCE (FR) 2.NED TANNER (IRE) 3.GRAIN D’OUDAIRIES (FR)
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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): V Williams (13 wins from 70 runners, 19%) runs SOLE SOLUTION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Parkinson & S J Smith (4 wins from 19 runners, 21%) runs PADDY O’MAHLER LONGEST TRAVELLER: I WISH YOU trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 239 miles.
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I WISH YOU (FR) (42) 364-524
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GOLD EMERY (FR) (24) 23/02-33
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Br Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bell Storm (IRE) Charlie Deutsch J O Sir John Timpson Venetia Williams, Hereford T B The Beeches & Grange Stud Timpson S TIMEFORMVIEWEndedlasttermwithacareer-besthurdleswinatSandownandresumedfrom10monthsoffwithanencouragingthirdof7inhandicapchase atUttoxeter(24f,heavy)ondebutoverfences21daysago,notknockedabout.Seemssuretoimprovesomustentercalculations. TFRHHHHI BHA119 Br Ch g Night Wish (GER) - Native Story (FR) Patrick Wadge J O Mr R. B. H. Young Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Philippe Rainteau & Sabine Lucchesi Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWAfairly useful winning hurdlerwho had cheekpieces fitted when a promising fourth of 9 in handicap chase at Kelso (23.4f, heavy) on debut over fences 42 days ago. Well in the mix with more to offer. TFRHHHII BHA115
Br B g Gatewood - Ballygill Countess (IRE) Tom Bellamy J O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ski Lodge Alan King, Barbury Castle T B Martin Donnellan Olive Print & Graphics S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivetypeoverhurdles,scoringover3mhere,andhestartedoutinthisspherewithaverygoodsecondof7inhandicapchase at Uttoxeter(24f, heavy) 21 days ago. Opento progress and a bold showing is onthe cards eased 1lb. TFRHHHHH BHA114 Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - Queissa (FR) Theo Gillard J O Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & M. Joel Poitou Prisma Colour Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWPoint/hurdleswinnerwho has shown fairform overfenceswithoutwinning, posting a solidthird of9 in handicap chase atWetherby(24.2f, soft) 24 days ago. Oughtto bethereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA107
Br B g Mahler - Miss Massini (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O McGoldrick Racing Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T B Elizabeth Gavin Tuffa Footwear Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWinning hurdlerwho was refitted with cheekpieces when getting offthe mark over fences in 4-runner handicap chase at Newcastle (23.4f, goodto soft) 19 days ago. Up 5lb butverymuch oneto considerstepped up intrip. TFRHHHII BHA105
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: WAL BUCK’S (FR) 5 11 1 Derek Fox 2-1 (Lucinda Russell) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Ski Lodge (IRE), 5-2 Sole Solution (IRE), 7-2 Paddy O’Mahler (IRE), 9-1 I Wish You (FR), Gold Emery (FR) SKI LODGE rates the pick of the weights on the back of a very good Uttoxeter second on his debut chasing so edges the vote from Sole Solution who finished a place behind Alan King’s 6-y-o that day and can also be expected to build on it now. Newcastle scorer PLAY SMARTER Paddy O’Mahler is also firmly in the picture, while the other two runners Gold Emery and I Wish You can’t be discounted either. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SKI LODGE (IRE) 2.SOLE SOLUTION (IRE) 3.PADDY O’MAHLER (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE
2.35
for three yrs old x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (18 wins from 94 runners, 19%) runs PLAYFUL FOX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (10 wins from 51 runners, 20%) runs LUCY THE WIRE LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MARVEL MAGIC & MAJORDOMO trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 239 miles.
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DIAMOND JIM (IRE) (24) 20
11-0
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LUCY THE WIRE (IRE) (30) 21 D
11-0
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MAJORDOMO (FR) (46) 1
11-0
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MARVEL MAGIC (FR) (46) 4 BF
11-0
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PIPPIN’S LEGEND (GB) (38) 4
11-0
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PLAYFUL FOX (FR) (48) 3
11-0
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THE GRAYSTER (IRE) (32) 2
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Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Lillian Russell (IRE) Craig Nichol J O Mr Malcolm B. Jones Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T B Godolphin Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWEncouraging debutwhen finding onlythewell-backed favouritetoo good on debut in 16.7fjuniorhurdle at Bangor, inturn pullingwell clearofthe rest. CompletelymisfiredinaListedcontestatAintreesince,butwasprobablyamissthatdayandremainsofinterestinviewofhisdebutpromise. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Ch f Free Eagle (IRE) - Rarement (IRE) Jonathan Burke J O A Keaveney, M Keaveney & P Butcher James Owen, Newmarket T B Irish National Stud Keaveney Contractors Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a juvenile hurdle sole start for Denis Hogan in Ireland in October and dulywent one better on debut for newyard at Leicester (15.5f, soft) the following month.Another bold show anticipated. TFRHHHII BHA104 Br B g Headman - Vitamina (FR) Jack Power (5) J O Mr Michael & Lady Jane Kaplan Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Jean-Marie Callier Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWDecentpedigreeanddidwellunderthecircumstanceswhenmakingawinningdebutina17fNewcastlebumperlastmonth(re-opposingstablemateMarvelMagic backinfourth).Almostcertainlyabove-averageandshouldmakehispresencefeltnowswitchedtohurdles,grantedaslickroundofjumping. TFRHHHHH BHABr B g Masked Marvel - Dame Magic (FR) Patrick Wadge J O Mrs S. Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Bernadette Quesny Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWas shorterinthe bettingthan stablemate/eventual winnerMajordomo in a Newcastle bumperlast month, but had to settle for fourth place. Likelyto come into his own when faced with a stiffertest in time. TFRHHIII BHA-
Br B g Passing Glance - Dabinett Moon David Bass J O The Tweed Clad Fossils Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T B Mrs F. Marriott Merriebelle Stable LLC S TIMEFORM VIEW Debut fourth in a 9-runner Huntingdon bumper (15.8f, soft) was certainly not devoid of promise, albeit he is anotherwho will likely be seen in a better light when faced with a stiffertest. TFRHHIII BHABr B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Reform Act (USA) Tristan Durrell J O Babbitt Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Bottlegreen S TIMEFORMVIEWCamehome16lengthsadriftofsecond-placedDiamondJimwhenthirdondebutatBangor,buthecamefromfurtherbackthanthatrival (andthewinner)andisboundtoimprovewiththatrununderhisbelt.Hasundergoneawindandtonguestrapapplied. TFRHHHHI BHA-
Br Gr g Way To Paris - Just For Fee (IRE) Luke Scott (3) J O J&F Gray Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T B Don Commins Coulthursts Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWDecentjumpspedigreeandofferedsomethingtoworkonwhenchasinghomeclear-cutwinnerAquaBleu(successfulagainsince) in a Doncasterjuvenile hurdle (16.6f, goodto soft) last month.Will be more street-wisethistime and he needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: ITSTONITEJOSEPHINE 3 10 7 Nico de Boinville 3-1 (Nicky Henderson) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Lucy The Wire (IRE), 4-1 Diamond Jim (IRE), 9-2 Majordomo (FR), 11-2 Playful Fox (FR), 13-2 The Grayster (IRE), 10-1 Marvel Magic (FR), 22-1 Pippin’s Legend (GB)
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Several to consider here, with preference for Newcastle bumper winner MAJORDOMO, who is bound to have been well-schooled ahead of this hurdles debut and could turn out to be an above-average recruit. Playful Fox was a fair way behind Diamond Jim at Bangor, but it would PLAY SMARTER be no surprise to see Dan Skelton’s representative leave that form well behind here and emerge as the main danger ahead of both that rival and Leicester winner Lucy The Wire. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MAJORDOMO (FR) 2.PLAYFUL FOX (FR) 3.DIAMOND JIM (IRE)
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THE BETFRED LAST FLING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
3.05
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £9938, 2nd £4968, 3rd £2485, 4th £1243, 5th £620, 6th £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)
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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (9 wins from 56 runners, 16%) runs REGAL BLUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs REGAL BLUE FANCY THAT: R Hobson won this race in 2019 and 2024. The stable runs JUPITER DES BORDES today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: VANILLIER trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.
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3m 4f 97y
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age
st-lb
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VANILLIER (FR) (37) 0130-U6
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12-1
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EGBERT (GB) (290) 2P/51FP- C
8
10-13
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WHISTLE STOP TOUR (IRE) (38) 5P5-525
7
10-10
4
REGAL BLUE (IRE) (374) P1P1/PP- C
8
10-10
5
WA WA (IRE) (38) 51-2233
10
10-2
6
JUPITER DES BORDES (FR) (19) 3342-31
6
10-2
Br Gr g Martaline - Virgata (FR) Eoin Staples (5) J O Mrs H. M. Keaveney Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Haras Des Marais TIMEFORMVIEWSmart performeron his dayand performedwith creditwhenthird inthe Cross CountryChase atthe Cheltenham Festival in March. Should come on forhisreappearancerunatPunchestownandthismarkisn’tabadone,butthere’sanairofvulnerabilityabouthimallthesame. TFRHHHII BHA146
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Karla June Jack Tudor J O James & Jean Potter Ltd Christian Williams, Bridgend T B Netherfield House Stud Potter Group, Dodson and Horrell S TIMEFORMVIEWDualchasewinnerduring2023/24campaignandaddedtheTommyWhittletohisCVherelastwinter.Failedtocompletebothsubsequentstartsandsometimes raceslazily,buthe’scertainlycapableofaboldshowoffthismarkifraringtogoondebutfornewyardfollowinga9-monthabsence. TFRHHHHH BHA130 Br B g Saddex - For A While (IRE) Jack Power (5) J O Mrs Jo Tracey, K Alexander, P&S Bryceland Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Denis Cusack Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressed when winning back-to-back handicap chases at Kelso andAyr (both at around 3m on deep ground) last season. More miss thanhit since, but he’s now3lb belowthemark ofhis latestsuccess andwill be adangerto allifhe putshis bestfoot forward. TFRHHHHI BHA127
Br B g French Navy - Deceptive Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Fortbarrington Stud Wasdell Group S TIMEFORMVIEWWould be entitled to have a major say offthis mark if able to reproduce his form from a couple of seasons back, but he has been pulled up on 4 of his last half-a-dozenstarts(includingbothappearanceslastterm)andresumesfromayearoffwithamajorpointtoprove.Hasundergoneawindop. TFRHHIII BHA127
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - North Star Poly (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Perseverance Partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Alistair Corrigan Betano S TIMEFORMVIEWFour-timewinnerin Ireland and offthe mark forthisyard in a Perth handicap hurdle (26.6f, soft) duringthe spring. Creditable efforts returnedto thisspherethelasttwiceand,withthismarathontriplikelytoberightuphisstreetandcheekpiecesrefitted,he’shighontheshortlist. TFRHHHII BHA118 Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Bossa Nova (FR) Charlie Maggs (5) J O Greenfield Racing Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T B Mme M. Hanquiez, Mr G. Hanquiez & Earl L LAP Electrical Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWLargelyconsistentoverfencesforcurrentyardanddeservedlyopenedhisaccountinthisspherewithagrittydisplayatWarwick(3m,soft),thefront2 pullingamileclearoftherest.Moreonhisplateherefrom4lboutofthehandicap,butshouldmakehispresencefeltnonetheless. TFRHHHII BHA115
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: SAINT XAVIER (FR) 12 10 1 Charlie Maggs 9-1 (Richard Hobson) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Wa Wa (IRE), 4-1 Whistle Stop Tour (IRE), Jupiter des Bordes (FR), 11-2 Vanillier (FR), 6-1 Egbert (GB), 10-1 Regal Blue (IRE) Much will depend on if he’s on a going day, but if he is EGBERT could be the answer. He enjoyed his finest hour to date when landing the Tommy Whittle here (sole previous visit to this course) last December and is just 3lb above that winning mark on debut for the in-form PLAY SMARTER Christian Williams yard. Whistle Stop Tour has slipped to an attractive mark and he has to be considered, along with Wa Wa, for whom this marathon trip may prove ideal. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EGBERT 2.WHISTLE STOP TOUR (IRE) 3.WA WA (IRE)
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THE BETFRED ‘HAPPY NEW YEAR’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
SEVENTH RACE
3.40
for three 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)
J Jockey T Trainer
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): V Williams (13 wins from 70 runners, 19%) runs COL DU PRE’ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (5 wins from 21 runners, 24%) runs BRENTFORD HOPE WEIGHTWATCHER: BRENTFORD HOPE won off a handicap mark of 140, his rating is now down 5lb to 135. LONGEST TRAVELLER: BUCEPHALUS trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 182 miles.
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1m 7f 144y
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st-lb
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BRENTFORD HOPE (GB) (18) 24-0446 CD
8
12-0
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BUCEPHALUS (GER) (18) F211-64 D
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11-9
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SERIOUS CHALLENGE (IRE) (44) 1114-4P D
5
11-6
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GEROMINO (FR) (592) U1100/4- D
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11-4
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COL DU PRE’ (FR) (31) 414-U
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11-2
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STONER’S CHOICE (GB) (18) 2-00560 D
10
11-2
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RAUZAN (IRE) (30) 0-54005 D
5
10-10
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SUN LADY MARINE (FR) (218) 5P20-32
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Br B g Camelot - Miss Raven (IRE) Megan Fox (7) J O The Optimists Syndicate Harry Derham, Newbury T B Haras du Logis St Germain OLBG S TIMEFORMVIEWSmartperformerathisbestandfinalwinofhis3victoriesregisteredduring2023/24campaigncameoverthisC&Doff5lbhigher.Notathisbestsofarthisseason (initiallytriedoverfences),butshowedenoughbackhurdlingatCheltenhamrecentlytosuggestthathestillhasplentytooffer. TFRHHHHI BHA135
Br B g Soldier Hollow - Batya (IRE) Harriet Tucker (7) J O Mr C. E. Handford Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Gestut Am Schlossgarten Fitzdares Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWLikeablefront-runnerwhoendedlasttermonahigh,recordingback-to-backwinsatNewburyandChepstow.However,hitprettyhard bythe handicapperforthat brace and has struggled both starts so farthis season. Nowtried in cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA130
Br Ch g Fracas (IRE) - Dushlan (IRE) Jonathan Burke J O Martin St Quinton & TheYesNoWaitSorries Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B J. S. Bolger BresBet S TIMEFORMVIEWBorderlinesmartontheFlatinIrelandandprogressiveoverhurdleswhenrattlingoffahat-trickofmaiden/novicecompanylastseason.Excuses bothstartssincereturningtoactioninOctoberandhe’sofstronginteresteasedinclasshere.YardalsosaddlesStoner’sChoice. TFRHHHHH BHA127 Br B g Masked Marvel - Romane Place (FR) William Maggs (5) J O Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWWasatthetopofhisgamewhenbaggingback-to-backhandicaphurdlesatDoncasteracoupleofyearsagoandbynomeansdisgracedatAintreeonlateststart inMay2024.Resumesonapotentiallyhandymarkandwhilea19-monthabsenceisnaturallyaconcern,heiswellworthasecondlook. TFRHHHII BHA125 Br Ch g Taj Mahal (IRE) - Claire Song (IRE) Charlie Deutsch J O Tina Taylor Venetia Williams, Hereford T B Scuderia Lazzeri Marcello Faucets Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulontheFlatandoverhurdlesinFrancebeforechanginghandsfor€80,000lastNovember.However,sentoffat50/1andshowednexttonothing whenunseatingrideronBritishdebutatNewburylastmonth,tailedoffwhenunshippingCharlieDeutschatthethird-last. TFRHHIII BHA123
Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - High Benefit (IRE) Fern O’Brien (5) J O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B John R. Hales BresBet S TIMEFORMVIEWHasyettofirethisseasonandwhilehismarkisontheslide(now7lblowerthanwhensecondinacompetitive Kempton handicap in February), this 10-y-o needs to bounce back in a majorway. TFRHHIII BHA123 Br B g Australia - Rayisa (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Flower Huschka Miller & Trading Products Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at best, but well held final run for Eoin Doyle in September (subsequently sold for £11,000) and hasn’t troubled the judge in couple of runs for present connections. TFRHHIII BHA117
Br B f Prince Gibraltar (FR) - Marina Marine (FR) Charlie Maggs (5) J O Mr David J. Sturdy Paula Smith, Malton T B Joelle Ventre & Michel Dutertre TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfuloverhurdlesinFranceinJuly2024andpickedupfor€25,556afternarrowlylosingoutinaclaimeratCompiegnewhen last seen in May. Not easyto assess andthe market mayprove instructive ahead ofthis debut fornewconnections. TFRHHIII BHA117
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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: FOR PLEASURE (IRE) 9 11 7 Sean Bowen 9-2 (Olly Murphy) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 7. Stewards Note: SERIOUS CHALLENGE: Following its run on 16/11/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its action. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Brentford Hope (GB), 5-2 Serious Challenge (IRE), 10-1 Geromino (FR), 12-1 Bucephalus (GER), 14-1 Stoner’s Choice (GB), 16-1 Col du Pre’ (FR), Sun Lady Marine (FR), 20-1 Rauzan (IRE) Clearly amiss in the Greatwood at Cheltenham last time, SERIOUS CHALLENGE is taken to get back on track by bagging this prize. He didn’t shape badly when too keen over 2 1/2m on return at Aintree and, judged on his exploits as a novice last term, he surely has races in him in 2m handicaps PLAY SMARTER off this sort of mark. Brentford Hope rates the clear main danger ahead of Geromino, who will be a live each-way player if ready to roll following a lengthy absence. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SERIOUS CHALLENGE (IRE) 2.BRENTFORD HOPE 3.GEROMINO (FR)
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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.35 - THE BETFRED NIFTY 50 CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Brindisi Breeze 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 20th, 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 27th, 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 have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 20th 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 Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier. 17 entries at £50. - Closed December 23rd, 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 1.05 - THE BETFRED ‘BET BUILDER’ EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504 and the fourth £753. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 23rd and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 7th, 2026. 30 entries at £55. - Closed December 23rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.35 - THE BETFRED ‘THE CLASSIC BOOKMAKER’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11618 to the winning horse The second to receive £5346, the third £2673, the fourth £1337 and the fifth £666. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £110 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £22 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £88 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 20th, 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 will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 18 entries at £110. - Closed December 23rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8886; Second £4442; Third £2222; Fourth £1111; Fifth £554. (Penalty Value £11618.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.05 - THE BETFRED SUPPORTS JACK BERRY HOUSE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 20th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Forgive ‘n Forget 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 Forgive ‘n Forget Series qualifier. 21 entries at £75. - Closed December 23rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.35 - THE BETFRED ‘GOALS GALORE’ EBF JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ 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 three yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2025, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 23rd and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: Runs (not wins) in Junior NH Hurdle races will not prevent a horse from running in a Junior NHF race during the same season. A win in a Junior NH Hurdle race will not lead to loss of novice status for future seasons. Junior NH Hurdle winners will be penalised for those win(s) only in Junior NH Hurdle Races and Class 1 races. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status, and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper. Wins in other Hurdle races will count as normal both for penalties and loss of novice status. 12 entries at £45. - Closed December 23rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.05 - THE BETFRED LAST FLING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 20th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Betfred has generously sponsored this race. Mementos will be presented to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee and a £200 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 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 13 entries, 4 at £25 and 9 at £125. - Closed December 23rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.40 - THE BETFRED ‘HAPPY NEW YEAR’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 20th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Betfred has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £100. - Closed December 23rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. 47
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