Hexham Racecard - Tuesday 28th March

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STEWARDS

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Lyndsay Allan

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STARTERS

Stuart Turner

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JUDGE

Di Clark

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Karl Curran

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Rachel Kirtley, Alec Dent, Graham Gray, David Cook

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Nick Freeman MRCVS.

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HEXHAM TEAM

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Sam Foster, Dr Pippa Hall, Dr David Thomas

VETERINARY OFFICER

Mark Collins

COMMENTATOR

Darren Owen

BETTING RING MANAGER

Darren Irving

RACEDAY PRESENTER

Robert Hogarth

SAFEGAURDING LEAD

Cheryl Litster-Smith

SAFTEY OFFICER

Michael Smith

RACECOURSE MANAGER

Robert Whitelock

CLERK OF THE COURSE

James Armstrong

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Mark Cameron

ROBERT C. WHITELOCK Racecourse Manager

SMITH

JAMES ARMSTRONG Clerk of the Course

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WELCOME E TO HEXHAM

W ELCO M E TO BR I TA I N ’ S MO S T SC EN IC

R AC ECO U R S E FO R OU R SP R I N G R AC ED AY

THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OWNERS, TRAINERS AND RACEGOERS IN ATTENDANCE TODAY, WE HOPE EVERYONE HAS AN ENJOYABLE AND SUCCESSFUL DAY.

Our thanks go to today’s sponsors Mike Eckley representing Mick Walsh Bookmakers who sponsor the Open Ditch after the road crossing, be sure to take up the offer in his advert in today’s race card Linda Elphick who is celebrating her 65th and Phil Addison celebrating his 60th birthday, we wish them many happy returns of the day.

It is good to see Racing to School back with the pupils of Caedmon Primary School of Gateshead who were visitors at this meeting last year

Anyone requiring assistance whilst on course should contact the racecourse office situated next to the turnstiles or ask a member of racecourse, stewarding or catering staff who will only be pleased to assist

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THURSDAY 30TH MARCH 2023 (FIXTURE TRANSFERRED FROM NEWCASTLE)

Gates Open 11.35am. First Race 1.35pm last Race 5.05pm

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY...

MONDAY 24TH APRIL 2023

Gates Open 11.40am First Race 1.40 Last Race 5.07pm

REMAINING 2023 FIXTURES ON BACK PAGE OF RACECARD

SATURDAY 6TH MAY 2023

CORONATION RACE EVENING

Gates Open 2.00pm First Race 5.29pm Last Race 8.30pm

SEE BACK PAGE OF RACE CARD FOR ALL 2023 FIXTURES

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RACECOURSE MAP FACILITIES

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OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM

Located next to the Owners and Trainers Entrance, the facility offers superb views of the racecourse and serves a range of snacks throughout the day. Entry to this facility is restricted to owners and trainers who have a runner on the day.

PUBLIC BARS (Paddock Enclosure)

The Shire, Princess Anne and newly opened Bramble Tudor Bar situated at the top of the parade ring are open to all racegoers, provide a wide variety of drinks and snacks

PRIVATE BOXES ENDERBY, PATTERSON AND GILL BOXES

are situated on the 2nd floor of the Ramshaw Stand. Offering a wide variety of catering options the boxes are available to hire individually, accommodating between 20 -25 persons or can be configured to host up to 80 persons seated. Providing wonderful views of the racecourse the rooms have their own TOTE betting facility, Closed Circuit TV, well stocked bar as well as a seating area at the rear of the boxes.

HENDERSON SUITE

The Henderson Suite offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, course as well as both the parade ring and winners enclosure Capable of seating up to 120 guests The Henderson Suite where we serve our 4 course carvery buffet on a race day, is also ideal for entertaining, corporate hospitality and on non raceday’s provides the ideal venue for business conferences, seminars and weddings or other social functions.

THE CHASE BAR

Situated on the ground floor of the Ramshaw Stand this attractive bar with a stained glass backdrop and flagged floor has its own TOTE betting facility, closed circuit TV and allows access on to the club lawn for perfect viewing of the racing.

THE CURLEW ROOM

Situated on the first floor of the Ramshaw Stand, offering wonderful views of the course Tickets for The Curlew Room are available (minimum 2 persons) which provide your own table for the day. The Curlew Room has its own TOTE betting facility, closed circuit TV and serves a range of snack food and refreshments.

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Toilets

Accessible Toilets

Information

Baby Changing

FACILITIES AT HEXHAM

BRAMBLE TUDOR BAR

THE BRAMBLE TUDOR BAR SITUATED AT THE TOP OF THE PADDOCK, SERVING A RANGE OF DRINKS AND SNACKS IS OPEN TO ALL RACEGOERS

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

READING YOUR RACECARD

AN EXPLANATION OF HOW TO MAKE YOUR SELECTIONS TODAY

8 PRINCEDUNDEE(IRE)(20)

B g Stowaway - Miss Dundee (IRE) 6 10-13

J Blair Campbell (5) E Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O JW McNeill & County Set Three

B James Wickham

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortably held in 4 starts over hurdles and easily best effort over fences when winning over C&D 3 weeks ago. Still unexposed as a stayer

1. Form

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions

Look out for letters:

C = has won at this course

D = has won over this distance

CD = has won over this distance at this course

BF = was a beaten favourite last time

EXPERT VIEW

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

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. Jockey

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. Days since the horse last run

10 Horse’s age

11. Jockey’s weight (stone and ibs)

12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)

13 Horse’s owner

14. Horse’s breeder

15 Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

EACH HORSE HAS BEEN GIVEN A STAR RATING, DEFINITION BELOW: Selected to win the race. Good chance of being placed

By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

More information on the form

- = New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

P = was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race

F = horse fell

U = rider unseated

R = horse refused to race

CO = the horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse

B = horse was brought down

S = horse slipped

r = the horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race

D = disqualified

Bold form figures = performance in All-weather (Flat) or point-to-point (Jump) races

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance

BET TING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

DIFFERENT WAYS TO BET - WIN OR EACH-WAY

The two main types of bet are win and each-way. For win bets, your horse needs to win the race outright An each-way bet is effectively two bets – one for your horse to win and one for it to be placed. So a £2 each-way bet will cost £4 A bookmaker taking each-way bets will display the terms on which they accept such bets on their board. In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners - Win bets only, no places offered

• 3 or 4 runners

Win bets only Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position they may offer place terms at 1/5 odds a place 1-2.

• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2

• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3

• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3

• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3-4

• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4

PLACING YOUR BET

Shop around for the best odds When you have decided where to place your bet, state the number of your horse and the stake, for example “Number 4, £2 win” Listen to the bookmaker repeat the number of the horse and the stake to their clerk and hand them your money. You will then be given an itemised receipt detailing your bet and potential winnings. You should keep this safe until you have heard ‘Weighedin’ announced after the race If your bet is successful, hand your ticket to the bookmaker and they will give you your winnings

LEADING TRAINER AND JOCKEY 2023

Tote vs Starting Price?

We’ll pay whichever is better on win bets!

We’ll always pay at least SP on Win bets and if the Tote dividend is greater, we’ll pay out at that price. Tote.co.uk, Tote.ie, Tote App and selected UK racecourse customers only Promotion applies to Tote Win and win part of each way bets on all UK & Irish races, staking limits apply. Full terms and conditions available at Tote.co.uk/promotions. 18+. BeGambleaware.org

THE PHIL ADDISON 60TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money 1st £3756 2nd £1878

(Penalty Value £4901.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): C Longsdon (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs WELL DICK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Longsdon (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs WELL DICK

Longest Traveller: GROVE ROAD trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 291 miles.

1

GROVEROAD(IRE)(97)

Ch g Mahler - Dear Frankie (IRE)

J Adam Wedge

T Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

7 12-0

O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner

B Gareth Adair

S Hambleton Racing Ltd

2 WELLDICK(IRE)(53)

B g Well Chosen - Midnight Benefit (IRE) 6 11-9

J Brian Hughes

T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

O Mr Malcolm Olden

B Mrs Gillian Browne

S Merribelle Stable Llc

DECLARED RUNNERS 2

TFRHHHHH BHA126

FORM 31-11

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in sole Irish point and well backed when landing a Sedgefield bumper last December Made a winning start over hurdles in a 2 1/2m Carlisle novice in October and defied a penalty at the first time of asking at Hereford (25.5f) in December typically responding well. Difficult to oppose.

Dec22 Her 25f Hdl soft 1/8 Mr Vango (IRE) nk

Oct22 Car 20f Hdl heavy 1/8 The King of Ryhope

Dec21 Seg 16f NHF soft 1/11 Stroll On By (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA119

FORM U1-214 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Changed hands for £135,000 after landing Irish point in February and showed plenty to work on when finding only a Paul Nicholls-trained winner too good on his hurdling debut. Showed a willing attitude to go one better at Uttoxeter prior to underperforming at Chepstow Needs to bounce back.

BRONSON IN BLUE (IRE) 9 11 6 Cian Walsh 13-8 (John McConnell) 6 ran

Probable S.P’s: 4-11 Grove Road (IRE), 5-2 Well Dick (IRE)

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Our unique self-catering lodge is located within the Hexham Racecourse complex with a backdrop of magnificent scenery. Sleeping up to 8 people with 4 twin bedrooms, kitchen, sitting room, 2 shower rooms and a patio area. The lodge is perfect for walkers and cyclists or those just wishing to enjoy a quiet rest away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.

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THE MICK WALSH OPEN DITCH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9650

(Penalty Value £5096.16)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (30 wins from 222 runners, 14%) runs SPEAK OF THE DEVIL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs SPEAK OF THE DEVIL

Longest Traveller: GIPSY LEE ROSE trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.

1 SPEAKOFTHEDEVIL(IRE)(50)

Ch g Mahler - A Fine Romance (IRE) 10 12-2

J Stephen Mulqueen E Visor, Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O The County Set & Mr P Russell & Friends

B Mr Brett Merry

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

2

GIPSYLEEROSE(FR)(12)

Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vanoo d’Orthe (FR) 9 11-10

J Bruce Lynn (3) E Visor Tongue Strap

T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

O Mrs S. Irwin

B E.A.R.L. Arnaud Vasselin

S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

3 KAPHUMOR(FR)(45)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Money Humor (IRE) 7 11-9

J Ross Chapman

T Sue Smith, Bingley

O Mrs S. Smith

B B. Bossert, R. Lustig & J. Bossert

S Tuffa Footwear Ltd

4 KILDRUM(IRE)(12)

B g Milan - Close Flame (IRE)

10 10-11

J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mr T. M. Clarke

B Close Holding Ltd

S Micky Hammond Racing

5 HIDDENCARGO(IRE)(12)

B g Stowaway - All Heart

J Thomas Dowson

T Jonathan Haynes, Brampton

O Mr J. C. Haynes

B Mrs H. Mullins

6 CLASSICLADY(IRE)(22)

11 10-2

TFRHHHII BHA102

FORM 4250-30 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but had a wind op before coming in only ninth of 14 in handicap chase at Carlisle (24.5f, good to soft) 50 days ago. No forlorn hope if first-time visor has the desired effect.

TFRHHHHI BHA96

FORM 323562 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D scorer who got back on track after breathing surgery when second of 13 to Kildrum in handicap chase over C&D (heavy) 12 days ago. In the mix.

TFRHHIII BHA95

FORM P2U-43P CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2021 and he broke a blood vessel when pulled up in 3m handicap chase at Uttoxeter 45 days ago. Others appeal more.

11Feb Utt 24f HcpC gd-sf P/7 Ali Star Bert -

26Jan Wet 24f HcpC soft 3/10 Ballynagran (IRE) 61/2l

Nov22 Wet 24f HcpC good 4/7 Grange Ranger (IRE) 12l

TFRHHHHH BHA83

FORM 45-1301 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-4 this season and took his form up a notch when landing C&D handicap 12 days ago by 25 lengths from Gipsy Lee Rose. Can go in again despite taking an 11lb hike in the weights.

16Mar Hex

TFRHHIII BHA69

FORM 0-P00PP CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Took this event 12 months ago but he’s yet to fire this term, pulled up in handicap over C&D 12 days ago. Others are preferred.

16Mar Hex 24f HcpC heavy P/13 Kildrum (IRE)Nov22 Nwc 23f HcpC soft P/11 CatlinSep22 Hex 24f HcpC good 7/8 Henry Brown (IRE) 49l

TFRHHIII BHA66

FORM 232//-000 D

Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Another Gaye (IRE)8 10-2

J Jamie Hamilton E Tongue Strap

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Allott & Wordingham

B Another Gaye Syndicate

S Cube3 Construction

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but well held in three 2m novice hurdles at Wetherby this year Lots more is required now going chasing from 8lb out of the handicap.

6Mar Wet 16f Hdl good 8/9 Quick Sharpener (IRE) 31l

4Feb Wet 16f Hdl gd-sf 7/11 Ruby Island 69l

14Jan Wet 16f Hdl soft 9/11 Fiston de Becon (FR) 48l

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: HIDDEN CARGO (IRE) 10 10 9 Thomas Dowson 7-4 (Jonathan Haynes) 6 ran

Stewards Note:

KAPHUMOR: Following its run on 11/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Kildrum (IRE), 4-1 Kaphumor (FR), 5-1 Gipsy Lee Rose (FR), 12-1 Speak of The Devil (IRE), 28-1 Classic Lady (IRE), 33-1 Hidden Cargo (IRE)

KILDRUM has been hit hard by the official handicapper for his wide-margin success over C&D last time but Micky Hammond’s thriving chaser still appeals as very much the one to beat. Gipsy Lee Rose chased him home that day and again looks booked for second spot ahead of C&D winner Speak of The Devil.

HAPPY50THBIRTHDAYVANESSA!

NOTICES

Please note the information in this Official Race Card, Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races etc., have been added for the convenience of the Public.

They are subject to alteration and the management cannot be held responsible for omissions or errors.

PLAY SMARTER

(IRE) 2.GIPSY LEE ROSE (FR) 3.SPEAK OF THE DEVIL (IRE)

RACE 3 3.15 About two miles (2m 48yds)

THE DOWNLOAD THE NE-BET APP TODAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10650 Owners Prize Money 1st £4302, 2nd £2150 3rd £1076 4th £538 (Penalty Value £5624.26) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Moffatt (4 wins from 32 runners, 12%) runs BINGOO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Bandey (1 win from 6 runners, 17%) runs WEWILLGOWITHPLANB

Longest Traveller: WEWILLGOWITHPLANB trained by R Bandey, Kingsclere, 306 miles.

J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 WEWILLGOWITHPLANB(IRE)(20)

B g Fame And Glory - Our Polly (IRE) 6 12-0

J Harry Bannister

T Richard Bandey Kingsclere

O Test Valley Partnership & M St Quinton

B Mrs Barbara Beattie

S Emerald Colour

2 BINGOO(GB)(29)

B g Eastern Anthem (IRE) - It’s A Discovery (IRE) 7 11-13

J Charlotte Jones (3)

T James Moffatt, Cartmel

O Kevin & Anne Glastonbury and Neil Bibby

B Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

S Tote

3

BENITO(FR)(74)

B g Rail Link - Aspolina (IRE)

J Sean Quinlan

6 10-13

T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

O Mrs E. Quinlan

B Erick Bec De la Motte & F. Cottin

4 FORTHREE(IRE)(9)

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Asmaa (USA)

9 10-11

J Ross Chapman E Cheek Pieces

T Mark Weatherer, Malton

O Ben Lapham & Formidable Fellows

B Epona Bloodstock Ltd

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

TFRHHHHI BHA113

FORM 001-201 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended his time in Ireland with 2m Tramore maiden hurdle win in July 2021. Off the mark for present yard back from a break on recent chase debut at Fontwell (17.8f, soft) and needs considering returned to hurdles off just a 2lb higher mark. 8Mar Fon 17f HcpC soft 1/5 Police Academy (IRE) 11l

Wor 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/6 Percy’s Word 4l

TFRHHHHH BHA112

FORM 321-133 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at the third attempt in bumpers here last spring and followed up on C&D hurdles debut (heavy) on return in November Nothing wrong with latest third in an Ayr novice (less headstrong than he was at Catterick previously) and major claims back here on handicap bow

TFRHHHII BHA98

FORM 31220P

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled tally over hurdles at Cartmel (2 3/4m) last summer prior to finishing runner-up next 2 starts. Needs to bounce back following a couple of modest efforts, though, and whether this drop back in trip will be what he wants remains to be seen.

13Jan

HcpH soft

TFRHHIII BHA96

FORM 554064 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice for James Ewart in summer of 2021 but he’s yet to fully fire in 5 runs for his current yard this term.

2022: CUP OF COFFEE (FR) 8 11 4 Adam Wedge 5-2 (Samuel Drinkwater) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Wewillgowithplanb (IRE), 7-4 Bingoo (GB), 5-1 Benito (FR), 11-1 For Three (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BINGOO made it 2-2 here when landing a C&D novice on his seasonal reappearance and, on the back of a solid effort in defeat at Ayr last month, the 7-y-o is taken to mainatin his 100% record at this course now handicapping off whart appeals as a fair mark. Benito and For Three both have questions to answer at present, which leaves Wewillgowithplanb as the main danger He did the job well on his recent chase debut and looks a big threat back in this sphere off just a 2lb higher mark.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BINGOO 2.WEWILLGOWITHPLANB (IRE) 3.BENITO (FR)

RACE 4 3.45 Two miles about four furlongs (2m 4f 28yds)

THE LINDA ELPHICKS 65TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund

Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (30 wins from 222 runners, 14%) runs PETITE RHAPSODY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs PETITE RHAPSODY

Weightwatcher: GOLAN CLOUD won off a handicap mark of 87, his rating is now down 5lb to 82. Longest Traveller: KILCARAGH BOY trained by R Armson, Melbourne, 186 miles.

1 PETITERHAPSODY(IRE)(188)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Peggy Cullen (IRE) 8 12-0

J Patrick Wadge (5)

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club

B Killian Traynor

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Orion Group

2 THEWHITEVOLCANO(IRE)(22)

B g September Storm (GER) - Ravishing Rita (IRE) 11 11-11

J Sam Coltherd

T Wilf Storey, Consett

O Mr W. Storey

B Mr Philip White

3 MARTYTIME(FR)(55)

Gr g Martaline - Shahwarda (FR) 7 11-11

J Ross Chapman

T Sue Smith, Bingley

O Mrs S. Smith

B Mr Herve Viallon

S Tuffa Footwear Ltd

4 COWBOYCOOPER(IRE)(89)

B g Frammassone (IRE) - Ball Park (IRE) 7 11-3

J Craig Nichol

T Donald Whillans, Hawick

O Mr D. W. Whillans

B Paddy Byrne

S Sport of Kings

5 HOWMUCH(IRE)(39)

Ch g Ask - Womanofthemountain (IRE) 5 11-2

J Mr William Easterby (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Tim Easterby, Malton

O Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner

B Mr Gabriel Fahy

S Easthorpe Hall Stud

6 MONAGHANBOY(IRE)(22)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Ferrestown Lady (IRE) 6 10-13

J Brian Hughes

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O The Golden Cuckoo

B Dunmanway Breeding Club

S Micky Hammond Racing

7 LEWAHOUSE(GB)(12)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Primrose Time

J Bruce Lynn (3)

T Catch Bissett, Leslie

O Bissett Racing

B Mrs D. A. Whitaker

S Tote

7 10-12

E Cheek Pieces

TFRHHHHI BHA98

FORM 1-22235 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark under this pilot at Perth (20f) last April and made frame on 4 of next 5 starts at up to 3m last summer Returns from a break with yard in good form, so no surprise to see a good showing.

Sep22 Per 20f HcpH good 5/11 Calliope

Jul22 Per 20f HcpH good 3/7

Jun22 Per 23f HcpH good 2/10 Glen Ava (IRE) 5l

TFRHIIII BHA95

FORM P/00-600

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who lost his way in Ireland and hard to derive any encouragement from his exploits upon joining present yard. Passed over despite sliding mark.

TFRHHHHI BHA95

FORM 0/4-0043

TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten long way all 3 starts in novice hurdles but much more like it on first crack in handicaps when third in 8-runner Leicester handicap (20.5f) at the start of last month. Remains early days with him and possible he can step up further on that here. 1Feb

TFRHHHII BHA87

FORM 06-565

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in pair of bumpers and similar story in trio of novice hurdles at around 2m during second half of last year Does now get a crack at handicaps at least back from a break and the longer trip could unlock progress.

Dec22 Kel 16f Hdl heavy 5/8 Carcaci

TFRHHIII BHA86

FORM 0P4P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Has something to recommend him on pedigree but hard to draw a lot of encouragement from his exploits over hurdles to date, well held ninth in 11-runner Kelso handicap (22.7f) 39 days ago. Cheekpieces go on now

17Feb Kel 22f HcpH good 9/11 Shantou Moon (IRE) 20l

14Jan Wet 24f HcpH soft P/9 Piaff Bubbles (IRE) -

Dec22 Kel 22f Hdl heavy 4/7 De Legislator (IRE) 18l

TFRHHHII BHA83

FORM 6-00600

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers but yet to show that form over hurdles, well held tenth in 12-runner Wetherby handicap (3m) 3 weeks ago. Booking of Brian Hughes catches the eye but he does need to step up if he’s to open his account here.

6Mar Wet 24f HcpH good 10/12 Jet Legs (IRE) 48l

15Feb Wet 19f HcpH good 9/15 White Rhino (IRE) 31l

Dec22 Cat 19f Hdl soft 6/13 Don Hollow (GER) 32l

TFRHHHII BHA82

FORM 501640 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Backed at long odds when successful over C&D in November but his record is a patchy one, not running to same level on 2 of his 3 starts since. Is now back down to last winning mark at least and first-time cheekpieces may put an extra edge on him.

16Mar Hex 23f HcpH heavy 7/15 Lissen To The Lady (IRE) 27l

9Jan Ayr 21f HcpH heavy 4/9 Horacio Apple’s (FR) 21/4l

Dec22 Kel 22f HcpH soft 6/9 Heritier de Sivola (FR) 22l

8 GOLANCLOUD(IRE)(59)

B g Golan (IRE) - Mite Be Cloudy (IRE) 10 10-12

J Sean Quinlan E Visor

T Jennie Candlish, Leek

O Ms Jennie Candlish

B Mrs Mary Mangan

S Pra World Ltd

9 GOODOLDBILL(GB)(39)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Golden Sunbird (IRE)7 10-12

J Conor O’Farrell E Cheek Pieces

T Jane Walton, Otterburn

O Jane Walton and David Woodman

B R. T. Crellin

S Robson Equine Therapy

10 KILCARAGHBOY(IRE)(34)

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Histologie (FR) 14 10-2

J Philip Armson (3) E Tongue Strap

T Richard Armson, Melbourne

O Mr R. J. Armson

B M. Phelan

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHHH BHA82

FORM 31/30-P4 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained second career victory over C&D in spring 2021. Has been very lightly raced since but did step up on his reappearance display when fourth in 13-runner Uttoxeter handicap (20f) 2 months ago and he’s fancied to figure having eased further in the weights.

28Jan Utt 19f HcpH gd-sf 4/13 Barrier Peaks (FR) 81/4l

Dec22 Utt 23f HcpH heavy P/14 Shot Boii (IRE) -

Jan22 Ayr 20f HcpH soft 8/15 Goodtimes Badtimes (IRE)21l

TFRHHIII BHA82

FORM 156-06P

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in Irish points but has failed to show much in handful of outings over hurdles, albeit shaping as if amiss when pulled up after 3 out on second start in handicaps at Kelso (22.7f) 39 days ago. Cheekpieces go on now following a wind op. 17Feb

22f HcpH good P/11

TFRHIIII BHA68

FORM 0633-0P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who gained sole British win over C&D in 2020 Ended last season with a couple of respectable efforts but well held both starts upon returning best part of 12 months off (losing action at Doncaster 5 weeks ago). Best watched.

22Feb Don 19f HcpH good P/13 Doors Breaker (FR) -

1Feb Lei 20f HcpH soft 8/8 Accidental Legend (IRE) 28l

Mar22 Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/7 West Lawn 11l

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

KILCARAGH BOY: Following its run on 22/2/2023 it was reported that the horse lost action turning for home.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Golan Cloud (IRE), 7-2 Petite Rhapsody (IRE), 5-1 Marty Time (FR), 7-1 Lewa House (GB), 11-1 Monaghan Boy (IRE), 14-1 Cowboy Cooper (IRE), 22-1 How Much (IRE), 25-1 Goodoldbill (GB), 33-1 Kilcaragh Boy (IRE), 40-1 The White Volcano (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

C&D winner GOLAN CLOUD has been very lightly raced in recent years but he stepped up on his reappearance effort when third in a Uttoxeter handicap in January and, having eased further in the weights, he could be the answer to this tricky puzzle. The returning Petite Rhapsody and low-mileage 7-y-o Marty Time are others fancied to be in the mix.

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THE LANGLEY CASTLE AN OUTSTANDING SMALL HOTEL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (30 wins from 222 runners, 14%) runs DIAMOND STATE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs DIAMOND STATE

Weightwatcher: JOKE DANCER won off a handicap mark of 123, his rating is now down 8lb to 115

Longest Traveller: CHAMERON trained by P Griffin, Ireland.

1 CHAMERON(FR)

B g Laveron - Chamanka (FR)

(11)

J M. M. McDonagh (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Patrick Griffin, Ireland

O D.G Pryde/D.P Van Der Hoeven

B S.C.E.A. Haras Des Chataigniers

2 JOKEDANCER(GB)(8)

Ch g Authorized (IRE) - Missy Dancer 10 11-9

J Brian Hughes E Cheek Pieces

T Sue Smith, Bingley

O D G Pryde & D Van Der Hoeven

B Ashbrittle Stud

S Tuffa Footwear Ltd

3 HIGHMOON(GB)(24)

B g Midnight Legend - Dizzy Frizzy 8 11-7

J Nathan Moscrop

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Miss Maria D. Myco

B Jethro Bloodstock

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

4 DIAMONDSTATE(FR)(27)

B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Wonderful Diamond (GER) 7 11-5

J Derek Fox E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O Mr Gerry McGladery

B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Cerdeval

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

5 BIGCHANGES(GB)(11)

B g Kayf Tara - Harrys Whim 6 11-0

J Lewis Dobb (7) E Tongue Strap

T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

O Miss Laura Morgan

B J. R. Wills

S Postpack Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA122

FORM PU1-332

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who posted a good second in first-time cheekpieces in 5-runner chase at Down Royal (19.6f, soft) 11 days ago. Not discounted.

TFRHHIII BHA115

FORM 263056

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a pair of handicaps at Kelso (17f) last spring. Made a creditable return from 5-month break when runner-up at Wetherby in October but he’s been operating below that level since. 20Mar

TFRHHHHH BHA113

FORM 032333

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner who comes here in good nick over fences, third of 7 in handicap chase at Kelso (21.6f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Can race off a 3lb lower mark here so rates a player

TFRHHHII BHA111

FORM 231432 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Musselburgh in December and not disgraced when second of 4 in handicap chase at Musselburgh (20.3f good to soft) 27 days ago, though no match for winner Shortlisted.

TFRHHHHI BHA106

FORM 135411

TIMEFORM VIEW Has resumed progress in a refitted tongue strap and bids for a hat-trick after recent wins at Leicester and Doncaster Up another 3lb but he’s firmly in the picture once more.

Seg 21f HcpC good 4/7 Trac (FR) 21l

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: INTO OVERDRIVE 7 11 12 Jamie Hamilton 5-6 (Mark Walford) 5 ran

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Big Changes (GB), 9-2 Chameron (FR), High Moon (GB), Diamond State (FR), 15-2 Joke Dancer (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

HIGH MOON has yet to score in this sphere but can race off a 3lb lower mark than when a solid Kelso third last time so is taken to end the winning run of Big Changes, who rates the obvious threat. Musselburgh runner-up Diamond State and Irish-challenger Chameron can fight it out for minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HIGH MOON 2.BIG CHANGES 3.DIAMOND STATE (FR)

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THEHORSLYXBALANCEDNUTRITIONALSUPPORT

OPENMAIDENNATIONALHUNTFLATRACE(CLASS5) (Category3Elimination)(GBBRACE)

for maiden four five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4800

Owners Prize Money 1st £2003 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (30 wins from 222 runners, 14%) runs FOX’S FANCY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (6 wins from 17 runners, 35%) runs CLOVIS ISLAND

Longest Traveller: CHARLIE’S NUMBERS trained by G Scott, Newmarket, 244 miles.

J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment

1 CLOVISISLAND(GB)(150)

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Egretta Island (IRE)5 11-6

J Sean Quinlan

T Nicky Richards, Greystoke

O Charlie Doocey / Cathal Doocey

B Mrs Tessa Greatrex & Mr D. Futter

S CPD Bodies Ltd

2 COURTCASE(IRE)(-)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Dark Sari (IRE) 5 11-6

J Nathan Moscrop

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr John Wade

B L. & S. Regan

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

3

SWEDISHICON(GB)

(-)

B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Our Ethel 5 11-6

J Jamie Hamilton

T Ruth Jefferson, Malton

O Ruth Jefferson Racing Club

B J. M. Jefferson

4 FOX’SFANCY(IRE)(39)

B m Kayf Tara - Nonnetia (FR) 5 10-13

J Derek Fox

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O The Nostalgics

B Mr J. P. Dwan

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

5

CHARLIE’SNUMBERS(GB)(-)

B g Frankel - September Stars (IRE)

J Brian Hughes

T George Scott, Newmarket

O Andrew Rosen & Edward W Easton

B Andrew Rosen & Edward Easton

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

4 10-10

TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 2

TIMEFORM VIEW €20,000 3-y-o, Clovis Du Berlais gelding. Half-brother to smart 2m-2 1/2m hurdle winner Inthepocket and fair hurdler/chaser To Be Sure. Second in point in Ireland in October running well behind a promising one. Lots to like.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Court Cave gelding. Dam unraced.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Norse Dancer gelding. Half-brother to 6 winners, including smart hurdler Attaglance, stayed 3m, and useful hurdler/chase winner Hi George. Dam bumper winner on debut. Looks appealing on paper

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 55

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to 3 winners, including Grand National hero One For Arthur and useful hurdler/chaser Forza Milan. Modest form in 2 bumpers and likely to need more time. 17Feb

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Frankel gelding. Dam useful 8.3f-1 1/4m winner Well bred sort for bumpers and interesting with Hughes booked.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

2022: RUBY ISLAND 5 10 11 Jack Garritty 4-1 (Mark Walford) 11 ran

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Charlie’s Numbers (GB), 5-2 Clovis Island (GB), 4-1 Swedish Icon (GB), 8-1 Fox’s Fancy (IRE), 17-2 Court Case (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CLOVIS ISLAND ran well in a point in Ireland in October and has appealing claims starting out in a bumper here. Newmarket-trained Charlie’s Numbers is well bred for bumpers and it’s interesting to see Brian Hughes booked, so he’s worth keeping onside.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLOVIS ISLAND 2.CHARLIE’S NUMBERS

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DRESS CODE S

We have no strict dress code; only smart casual dress is accepted in smart the Club Enclosure and Hospitality areas. No untidy denim or football e Enclos e areas. denim or shirts will be admitted. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admitted reserves to admission to these areas to anyone failing to comply with the above n anyone f g to comp request.

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WHEELCHAIR VIEWING R

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Available in The Ramshaw Stand, at the rear of The Princess Anne Bar le at rear and also in toilet facilities situated next to the Member’s Room. d toilet fac Room

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Qualified Paramedics and Doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey. If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving the treatment. This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment.

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.15 - THE PHIL ADDISON 60TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse and £2258 to the second. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries at £40 - Closed March 22nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878 (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 11 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.45 - THE MICK WALSH OPEN DITCH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5096 to the winning horse The second to receive £2344, the third £1172, the fourth £586 and the fifth £292. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £40 - Closed March 22nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243 (Penalty Value £5096.16)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.15 - THE DOWNLOAD THE NE-BET APP TODAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5624 to the winning horse The second to receive £2587 the third £1293 and the fourth £647 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries, at £40 - Closed March 22nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538 (Penalty Value £5624.26) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 17FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.45 - THE LINDA ELPHICKS 65TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4673 to the winning horse The second to receive £2150, the third £1075, the fourth £538 and the fifth £268 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 18th, 2023 for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries at £35. - Closed March 22nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3575; Second £1787; Third £894; Fourth £447; Fifth £223 (Penalty Value £4673.68) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.15 - THE LANGLEY CASTLE AN OUTSTANDING SMALL HOTEL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6574 to the winning horse The second to receive £3025, the third £1512, the fourth £756 and the fifth £377 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher or £45 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries, at £45 - Closed March 22nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £5029; Second £2514; Third £1257; Fourth £629; Fifth £314. (Penalty Value £6574.84)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.45 - THE HORSLYX BALANCED NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 14 entries at £20Closed March 22nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

2023 FIXTURES

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

THURSDAY 30TH MARCH 2023

MONDAY 24TH APRIL, 2023

SATURDAY 6TH MAY, 2023 (Evening)

CORONATION RACE DAY

SATURDAY 13TH MAY, 2023

HEART OF ALL ENGLAND

TUESDAY 23RD MAY, 2023 (Evening)

CELEBRATING NORTHUMBERLAND

EVENING

SATURDAY 3RD JUNE, 2023

SATURDAY 17TH JUNE, 2023

CHARITY RACE DAY

SUNDAY 25TH JUNE, 2023

LADIES DAY

TUESDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER 2023.(EVENING)

SKY SPORTS RACING.

FRIDAY 6TH OCTOBER 2023.

AUTUMN RACEDAY.

SATURDAY 14TH OCTOBER 2023.

OCTOBER RACEDAY.

FRIDAY 10TH NOVEMBER 2023.

WEATHERBYS RACEDAY.

WEDNESDAY 22ND NOVEMBER 2023.

WINTER RACEDAY.

WEDNESDAY 13TH DECEMBER 2023.

CHRISTMAS RACEDAY.

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