Hexham Racecard – Tuesday 23rd May

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

STEWARDS

Alan Dempsey (Chief Steward)

Mrs. F. A Clark (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Daniel Andrews, Simon Connaway

Helen Kinsella

STARTERS

Jason Callaghan

Russell Garritty

JUDGE

Nick Hargreave

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Wayne Burnell

VETERINARY OFFICERS

Tim Davies

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Joe O’Gorman, Graham Gray, David Cook, Melanie Swarbrick

VETERINARY SURGEONS

David J Parkin, M.R.C.V.S.,

Euan Laidlaw, M.R.C.V.S., Sally Booth, M.R.C.V.S.

HEXHAM TEAM

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Viv Tut

Dr Sam Foster

Dr Anke Selbman

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

Fiona Needham

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Mark Cameron

ROBERT C. WHITELOCK Racecourse Manager

FIONA NEEDHAM Clerk of the Course

WELCOME E TO HEXHAM

HEXHAM RACECOURSE ARE PROUD TO SUPPORT AND PROMOTE OUR WONDERFUL COUNTY WITH THIS EVENINGS FIXTURE.

We are delighted to welcome back Port of Blyth as one of our main sponsors this evening along with Northumberland County Show which is being held on Saturday 27th May.

Our thanks go to the Siddall family for sponsoring the 5th race on this evening’s card a 3 mile Handicap Steeple Chase in memory of their mother Lynn Siddall whose last runner ran at this track on 18th May 2021

We are delighted to welcome back to Hexham North East Grains sponsors of our 6th race this evening. The Racecourse along with Langley Castle “An Outstanding Small Hotel” have recently run a competition with a prize of an overnight stay, the prize winners who are here tonight will be responsible for choosing the best turned out horse in their race and present a memento to the winning connections

The Racecourse Executive extend a warm welcome to all Owners, Trainers and Racegoers in attendance and hope everyone has an enjoyable and successful evening.

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

Robert Whitelock

Racecourse Manager

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LADIES DAY

Gates Open 11.45am, First Race 1.45pm, Last Race 4.55pm

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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.

www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk

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, JOCKEY & OWNER 2023

WINNING TRAINER, JOCKEY AND OWNER WILL EACH

THEHEXHAMRACECOURSESUPPORTING

NORTHUMBERLANDCOUNTYSHOWCONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’HANDICAPHURDLERACE(CLASS5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9050

Owners Prize Money 1st £3655 2nd £1827 3rd £914, 4th £457 5th £228 (Penalty Value £4779.30)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (18 wins from 222 runners, 8%) runs BUTO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M T Walford (7 wins from 20 runners, 35%) runs TARA BROOCH

Longest Traveller: THE LONGEST DAY trained by S Leech, Westbury-on-Severn, 286 miles.

1 MRHAILSTONE(IRE)(38)

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Gaye Steel (IRE) 7 12-0

J Cillin Leonard

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

O Ursa Major RN

B Susan Eustace

S Coulthursts Ltd

2 VELASCO(IRE)(17)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Bilboa (FR) 7 11-11

J Theo Gillard E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Susan Corbett, Otterburn

O Girsonfield Racing Club

B Kenilworth House Stud

S Finnies Heavy Haulage

3 SOMETHINGGOLDEN(IRE)(17)

Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuil Le Vic (IRE) 7 11-3

J Dylan Johnston (3)

T Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

O Mrs C Brown & Mr I J Jardine

B Robert B. Hodgins

S Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

4 GETPHAR(IRE)(300)

B g Getaway (GER) - Lasado (IRE) 7 11-2

J Bruce Lynn

T Danny Brooke, Middleham

O The RolyPoly Partnership

B T. Duggan and P. McCarthy

S Danny Brooke Racing

5 JIMSAPPLE(IRE)(60)

Br m Sageburg (IRE) - Good Thyne Lucy (IRE)7 11-2

J Edward Austin E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T James Ewart, Langholm

O The Craig Farm Syndicate

B Greg & Jane Rossiter

S Fitzdares, Clyde Power & Renewables Limited

6 TARABROOCH(GB)(17)

B m Kayf Tara - Gaspara (FR) 5 10-10

J Tom Midgley

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Mr J Scarrow & Partner

B Mrs G. B. Walford

7 DRSHIROCCO(IRE)(13)

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE) 8 10-9

J Patrick Wadge

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

B J. P. King & P. Turley

TFRHHHHI BHA97

FORM 0/2/F421-

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked to be labouring turning for home but stayed on from the rear to win 19.5f Chepstow handicap 38 days ago. Easy to see why connections are sending him over a longer trip this time and he’s less exposed than most of these.

15Apr Chp 19f HcpH gd-sf 1/10 Boleyn Boy (IRE) 11/2l

23Mar Seg 16f Hdl soft 2/4 Forcing Bull (FR) 12l

8Mar Fon 17f Hdl soft 4/6 Sound And Fury (IRE) 17l

TFRHHHHI BHA94

FORM P0000-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Well treated on old form and belatedly took a step back in the right direction for this yard when second of 16 over C&D 17 days ago, with Something is Golden and Tara Brooch behind in third/fourth. Major player if able to build on that for yard which has won this race twice in the last 10 years.

TFRHHHHI BHA86

FORM 63336-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who ran with credit when third of 16 over C&D 17 days ago, with the reopposing Velasco narrowly ahead in second. Thereabouts with a repeat.

6May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf

TFRHHIII BHA85

FORM 000F/33-

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 4 times in handicap hurdles for Eoin Griffin. Better signs for current yard when third at Southwell and Perth last summer but he has a 10-month absence to overcome here. Watching brief the percentage call.

TFRHHIII BHA85

FORM 4/05005-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers/over hurdles but handicaps provide her with a more realistic chance. Goes significantly up in trip with first-time cheekpieces replacing the hood she’s worn since debut.

24Mar Mus 17f Hdl gd-sf 5/8 Quaresome (IRE) 22l

19Feb Mus 15f Hdl soft 7/8 Midnight Shuffle 25l

29Jan Seg 19f Hdl gd-sf 8/8 Windtothelightning (IRE) 44l

TFRHHHHI BHA79

FORM 040-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a sound start to her handicap career when fourth of 16 over C&D 17 days ago, with reopposing pair Velasco and Something Golden around 2 lengths ahead in third/fourth. Lightly-raced profile provides hope that she can build on that.

6May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/16 September Daisy 21/2l

30Mar Hex 20f Hdl heavy 7/10 Hot As Pepper (IRE) 34l

21Mar Wet 19f Hdl soft 4/5 Springwell Bay 31l

TFRHHHHH BHA78

FORM 52246-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 24 runs but finished runner-up 3 times over fences over the winter and he was a creditable third over hurdles at Kelso (21f) 13 days ago. Likely to be in the shake-up again.

8 IMPERIALLORD(IRE)(55)

BgImperialMonarch(IRE)-GrannysKitchen (IRE)

7 10-6

J Toby Wynne E Tongue Strap

T Jake Coulson, Heaton

O Mr Nick Carter

B Con Smyth

S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

9 THELONGESTDAY(IRE)(27)

B g Milan - Court Leader (IRE)

10

7 10-6

J Liam Harrison E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn

O New Gen Racing Group and Partner

B K. D. Cotter

ELUSIVERED(IRE)(45)

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Spin In The Wind (IRE) 9 10-3

J Lorcan Murtagh E Cheek Pieces

T Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

O Hurst Farm Racing

B Virginia Lady Petersham

S Quattro Products Ltd

11 BUTO(GB)

(54)

Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Mea Parvitas (IRE) 6 10-2

J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Visor, Tongue Strap

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O OAKWOOD RACING

B Michael E. Wates

S Micky Hammond Racing

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Stewards Note:

TFRHHIII BHA75

FORM 0P/000P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Irish bumper winner but has been soundly beaten in 6 starts over hurdles for this yard, including handicaps last twice. A first-time tongue to needs to make a big difference.

29Mar Nwc 23f HcpH heavy P/7 Howzat Hiris (FR) -

11Feb Utt 19f HcpH gd-sf 9/9 Barrier Peaks (FR) 24l

Dec22 Utt 23f Hdl soft 9/13 Well Dick (IRE) 70l

TFRHHHII BHA75

FORM 0453/02-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Better effort since returning from a 15-month absence when second of 9 over 3m at Perth 27 days ago. Ought to be competitive from an unchanged mark.

26Apr Per 23f HcpH gd-sf 2/9

TFRHIIII BHA72

FORM 52F/0P0-

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in 3 starts since returning from a lengthy absence. Likely booked for another struggle.

TFRHHIII BHA71

FORM 660004-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best over hurdles in Ireland for John McConnell and hasn’t offered much promise in a handful of starts for this yard.

2022: JOHNSON’S BLUE (IRE) 5 11 13 Tom Midgley 15-8 (Mark Walford) 8 ran

IMPERIAL LORD: Following its run on 29/3/2023 it was reported that the horse may have had a breathing problem.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Mr Hailstone (IRE), 9-2 Velasco (IRE), 6-1 Something Golden (IRE), 13-2 Dr Shirocco (IRE), 9-1 Tara Brooch (GB), 10-1 The Longest Day (IRE), 14-1 Get Phar (IRE), 28-1 Jims Apple (IRE), 33-1 Imperial Lord (IRE), 50-1 Buto (GB), 100-1 Elusive Red (IRE)

Perhaps this can be the day DR SHIROCCO finally gets his head in front. Velasco, Something Golden and Tara Brooch are very closely matched on recent C&D form and may give Sandy Forster’s 8-y-o most to think about.

THE HORSERACE BETTING LEV Y BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £162,509 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

LOST CHILDREN/LOST PROPERT Y

Lost children and lost property enquiries should be made to the Raceday General Office situated next to the Turnstiles.

THE WELCOME TO PORT OF BLYTH NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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

(Penalty Value £4901.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Bewley (14 wins from 116 runners, 12%) runs ALCANTANGO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Bewley (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs ALCANTANGO

Longest Traveller: ROSTELLO trained by Dr R Newland, Droitwich, 233 miles.

1 ALCANTANGO(IRE)(17)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Rathleek 6 11-2

J Jonathon Bewley (3)

T George Bewley Colby

O Mr Alan Udale

B Damien Healion S Lloyd Ltd

2 BEAUMESNIL(FR)(25)

Ch g Konig Turf (GER) - Eau Tenebreuse (FR) 6 11-2

J Sam Coltherd

T Susan Corbett, Otterburn

O Mrs Susan Corbett

B E.A.R.L. Du Moulin

S Finnies Heavy Haulage

3 HARPERVALLEY(IRE)(13)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Queen of Cool (IRE) 6 11-2

J Sean Quinlan

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr John Wade

B Mrs Claire Doyle

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

4 IMPERIALDATA(IRE)(37)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Rindoon’s Sister (IRE) 6 11-2

J Ross Chapman

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr John Wade

B Joe & Mel Power

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

5

JIMVALE(IRE)(17)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Silver Serenade (IRE) 6 11-2

J John Kington E Tongue Strap

T Justin Landy, Leyburn

O Mr Justin Landy

B Eamonn Veale

6 KOPAKILANA(IRE)(13)

B g Milan - Kophinou (FR) 6 11-2

J Brian Hughes E Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Mr John Wade

B Mr R. Bryan

S Stonegrave Aggregates Ltd

7 NINETOFIVE(IRE)(26)

B or Br g Malinas (GER) - Poulnasherry Dove (IRE) 6 11-2

J Ryan Mania E Tongue Strap

T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

O The Williewin Partnership

B Mr J. J. Melody

S Sandy Thomson Racing

TFRHIIII BHA-

FORM 0-U

TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, swerved slightly approaching first and unseated rider in novice at this course on hurdling debut 17 days ago. Up in trip.

6May Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf U/14 Idem (FR)26Mar Car 17f NHF heavy 9/9 Rob Roy Macgregor (IRE)174l

TFRHHIII BHA-

FORM P/6-

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sole outing in points and was too free switched to a bumper at Perth (16.2f, soft) 25 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip.

TFRHHHHH BHA105

FORM F53-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden who improved further upped in trip when second of 9 in novice hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft) 13 days ago, albeit no match for winner Holds leading claims.

6Apr Wet 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/13 Resplendent Grey (IRE) 10

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM FP1-

TIMEFORM VIEW Imperial Monarch gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (2m winner) Rindoon. Off mark in Irish points at third attempt (Apr 16). Yard holds strong claims with Harper Valley but he still warrants a market check.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHIII BHA87

FORM P/600-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit dropped in trip when fourth of 14 in novice hurdle at this course (16.2f good to soft) 17 days ago, staying on gradually Back up in trip.

6May Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/14 Idem (FR) 19l

Dec22 Wet 21f Hdl soft 9/14 Top Target (IRE) 47l

Nov22 Cat 19f Hdl soft 7/9 Imperial Merlin (IRE) 35l

TFRHHHII BHA99

FORM 140/5-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who confirmed improvement shown last time when third of 9 in novice hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft, 11/1) 13 days ago. Has work to do with Harper Valley, though.

10May Kel 20f Hdl gd-sf 3/9 Ballyporeen (IRE) 101/2l

17Apr Kel 18f Hdl good 5/14 Ballyporeen (IRE) 14l

Nov22 Wol 13f Hcp stand 13/13 Three Dragons 18l

TFRHHHHI BHA103

FORM 53/3420-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed much improved form despite being kept to 2m after 4 months off (had breathing operation) when runner-up here (16.2f, heavy) in March. Found little on handicap debut at Perth subsequently, though reportedly lost both front shoes. Worth another chance.

27Apr Per 20f HcpH gd-sf 9/14 Kajaki (IRE) 28l

16Mar Hex 16f Hdl heavy 2/13 Miss Lamb 3/4l

Nov22 Kel 16f Hdl soft 4/9 Chapel Green (IRE) 13l

8 ROSTELLO(FR)(15)

Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR) 8 11-2

J Cillin Leonard (5) E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

O Dr R. D. P. Newland

B Patrick Boiteau

S Coulthursts Ltd

9 USHUAIADANCER(GB)(7)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Flushtown Vale (IRE) 5 11-2

J Joshua Thompson (7)

T Justin Landy, Leyburn

O Mr Justin Landy

B Gingearmy

10 LADYHOBBS(GB)(152)

B f Jack Hobbs - Definite Artist (IRE) 4 10-2

J Stephen Mulqueen E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Paul Collins, Saltburn-By-The-Sea

O Mrs P. A. Cowey

B Ralph Bailey

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHII BHA103

FORM P431P-4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on the drop in grade when making all over fences at Southwell in March. Held back by a shoddy round of jumping when fourth at Worcester on most recent outing and makes a belated return to hurdling.

8May Wor 23f HcpC good 4/10 Pottlerath (IRE) 12l

31Mar Wet 24f HcpC soft P/7 No Regrets (IRE) -

20Mar Swl 24f HcpC soft 1/9 Ali Star Bert 14l

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM FP4-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame completed start in points but failed to justify support when well held in bumper at Newcastle (16.9f, good) on NH debut 7 days ago. Makes hurdles debut.

16May Nwc 16f NHF good 10/11 Captain Butler (IRE) 50l

TFRHIIII BHA-

FORM 05-

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a couple of junior hurdles. Up in trip. Tongue strap and cheekpieces on for 1st time.

Dec22 Ayr 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/6 Bois Guillbert (FR) 78l Nov22 Don 16f Hdl good 7/10 Solomoon 52l

2022: CURLEY FINGER (IRE) 5 11 3 Nathan Moscrop 7-1 (Rebecca Menzies) 9 ran

NINETOFIVE: Following its run on 27/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost both of its front shoes.

ROSTELLO: Following its run on 8/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

LADY HOBBS: Following its run on 22/12/2022 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Harper Valley (IRE), 7-2 Ninetofive (IRE), 6-1 Imperial Data (IRE), 15-2 Kopa Kilana (IRE), Rostello (FR), 25-1 Ushuaia Dancer (GB), 28-1 Jimvale (IRE), 50-1 Beaumesnil (FR), 150-1 Lady Hobbs (GB), 300-1 Alcantango (IRE)

HARPER VALLEY improved further when runner-up at Kelso 13 days ago and a reproduction of that form could be good enough to see him go one better here. Ninetofive disappointed on his Perth handicap debut but was subsequently found to have lost both front shoes, so can be given another chance. Kopa Kilana may prove best of the rest.

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RACE 3 6.50 Two miles about four furlongs (2m 4f 15yds)

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NOVICES’HANDICAPSTEEPLECHASE(CLASS5)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9650 Owners Prize Money 1st £3898 2nd £1948 3rd £975 4th £487 5th £243 (Penalty Value £5096.16)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (18 wins from 222 runners, 8%) runs BULLDOZE & TREVELYN’S CORN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (2 wins from 22 runners, 9%) runs BULLDOZE & TREVELYN’S CORN

Longest Traveller: DOYENS DE ANTE trained by M Young, Sneads Green, 255 miles.

1 BULLDOZE(IRE)(418)

Gr g Notnowcato - Cap The Rose (IRE) 8 12-0

J Conor O’Farrell

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O R M & T Holdings Limited & Partners

B Knockhouse Stud Ltd

S Micky Hammond Racing

2 TREVELYN’SCORN(IRE)(54)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Present Venture (IRE) 10 11-13

J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O MR & MRS D LEES MR J KAYE & MR D POLLITT

B Mrs Aisling Leer

S Micky Hammond Racing

3 JIMMYRABBITTE(IRE)(13)

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Time To Act 10 11-11

J Sam Coltherd

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Mr S. Coltherd

B Barry Murphy

S Bell Rural Solutions

4 DOYENSDEANTE(IRE)(12)

B g Doyen (IRE) - De Street (IRE)

7 11-3

J Charlie Hammond E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Max Young, Sneads Green

O Mrs D. Prosser

B R. J. Whitford

S Berkeley Carter Ltd

5 WESTLAWN(GB)(17)

B m Westlake - Garden Feature

J Jamie Hamilton

T James Walton, Morpeth

O Messrs F. T. Walton

B Messrs F. T. Walton

6 DERRACRIN(GB)(26)

Ch g Mustajeeb - Transvaal Sky

J Lorcan Murtagh

T Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

O Mr James Proudfoot

B Whatcote Farm Stud

7 ZIHUATANEJO(IRE)(80)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Cara Mara (IRE)

J Stephen Mulqueen

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O The Border Racers

B William Bourke

7 10-11

TFRHHHII BHA100

FORM 4P6224/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Couple of good efforts for this yard over a year ago but is an awkward maiden and may well need this after 13 months off

Mar22 Wet 15f HcpC soft 4/5 Rose Sea Has (FR) 17l

Mar22 Seg 17f HcpC good 2/3 Away At Dawn (IRE) 33/4l

Jan22 Seg 16f HcpC good 2/4 Heartbreak Kid (IRE) 9l

TFRHHHHI BHA99

FORM 2/4P524- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when second in handicap chase at this C&D despite going in snatches. Did too much too soon in first-time headgear back here next time, though the fact he went like the best horse at the weights for most of the way suggests he’s well worth another chance.

30Mar Hex 20f HcpC heavy 4/7 En Meme Temps (FR) 6l

16Mar Hex 20f HcpC heavy 2/11 Ex S’Elance (FR) 41/4l

6Feb Car 24f HcpC soft 5/14 Who’s In The Box (IRE) 22l

TFRHHHHI BHA97

FORM 6F6P0-2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to show a great deal of spark after returning from a lengthy absence in November but attracted support and duly turned in his best effort for some time when runner-up in handicap hurdle at Kelso 2 weeks ago. Player if building on that back over fences.

10May Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf 2/13 Farne Island 1/2l

24Apr Hex 20f HcpH soft 7/15 Noble Affair (IRE)

29Mar Nwc 16f HcpH heavy P/8 Chumlee (IRE) -

TFRHHHHH BHA89

FORM 66221-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but has taken well to chasing, opening his account at the fourth attempt with headgear refitted at Chepstow (26.2f good, 6/1) before following up in convincing fashion at Huntingdon 12 days ago. Should make a bold bid for the hat-trick. 11May

TFRHHHII BHA83

FORM 51041-P C BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer and successful twice over hurdles (both at 23.3f) here last year Below par last 2 starts 10 months apart, including on chase bow here 17 days ago, but clearly better than that.

6May Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf P/9

good

good 1/8

TFRHHIII BHA78

FORM 250045-

6 10-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden handicap hurdler and not an obvious chasing type on looks.

27Apr Per 16f HcpH gd-sf 5/11 Magic

TFRHHHII BHA74

FORM 0///60465-

9 10-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler Showed aptitude for chasing when fourth in 10-runner Ayr handicap (16.5f) but reported to have bled next 2 starts. Risky

8 HAPYLAVIE(FR)(87)

B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Byzantion (FR) 6 10-2

J Edward Austin (5) E Cheek Pieces

T James Ewart, Langholm

O Mr J. P. L. Ewart

B J. Debeauvais-Delmares & B. Debeauvais

S Fitzdares

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Stewards Note:

TFRHHIII BHA70

FORM 42/P0P5TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame both starts in Irish points but he’s offered very little in 4 hurdle starts this winter 4lb out of the weights ahead of chase bow

25Feb Nwc 16f HcpH gd-sf 5/11 Moonlight Glory (IRE) 11l

3Feb Cat 19f Hdl good P/8 Ballygeary (IRE) -

2Jan Ayr 16f Hdl heavy 10/11 L Anamour (FR) 47l

2022: THE ELECTRICIAN (IRE) 6 11 1 Ryan Mania 10-1 (R Mike Smith) 6 ran

WEST LAWN: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

ZIHUATANEJO: Following its run on 4/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Doyens de Ante (IRE), 4-1 Jimmy Rabbitte (IRE), 6-1 Trevelyn’s Corn (IRE), 8-1 West Lawn (GB), 11-1 Bulldoze (IRE), 16-1 Zihuatanejo (IRE), 18-1 Derracrin (GB), 33-1 Hapy La Vie (FR)

DOYENS DE ANTE has made an encouraging start to his chasing career and the manner of his win at Huntingdon suggests a hat-trick is on the cards. Trevelyn’s Corn was lit up by first-time headgear over C&D last time but he’s capable of defying his current mark if things go his way, while Jimmy Rabbitte was a back-to-form second over hurdles at Kelso 2 weeks ago.

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PLAY SMARTER

CORN (IRE) 3.JIMMY RABBITTE (IRE)

THE REGION’S INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY

THE PORT OF BLYTH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £14750

(Penalty Value £7789.47)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Richards (19 wins from 69 runners, 28%) runs GLINGER FLAME

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M T Walford (7 wins from 20 runners, 35%) runs MOONLIGHT GLORY

Weightwatcher: VOIX DU REVE won off a handicap mark of 132, his rating is now down 8lb to 124.

Longest Traveller: MOONLIGHT GLORY trained by M T Walford, Sheriff Hutton, 103 miles.

1 DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO(IRE)(29)

Ch g Presenting - Pretty Puttens (IRE) 10 12-2

J Richie McLernon E Cheek Pieces

T Ben Haslam, Middleham

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mrs Rita Kent

2

VOIXDUREVE(FR)(31)

Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Pommbelle (FR) 11 11-13

J Dylan Johnston (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood

B D. Lommele, G. Wagner & S.C.E.A. Lommele

S North Sea Logistics, Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

3 GLINGERFLAME(IRE)(31)

Gr g Daylami (IRE) - Titian Flame (IRE) 11 11-9

J Sean Quinlan

T Nicky Richards, Greystoke

O Mr James Westoll

B Carmel & John Fogarty

E Cheek Pieces

S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

4 ONWARDROUTE(IRE)(17)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Just Stunning (IRE)

9 11-4

J Brian Hughes E Tongue Strap

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr John Wade

B John O’Brien

S Stonegrave Aggregates Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

5 CAPTAINZEBO(IRE)(17)

B g Brian Boru - Waydale Hill

J Mr John Dixon (7)

T John Dixon, Carlisle

O Mrs S. F. Dixon

B Mrs Juliet Brown

S Messrs J Dixon & Son

6 RATTLEOWL(GB)(32)

B g Kayf Tara - Rattlin

J Conor O’Farrell

T Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

11 11-4

E Cheek Pieces

7 11-3

TFRHHHHI BHA127

FORM 20/4300-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort who reached the frame for the second year running in the Silver Trophy at Chepstow (19.5f) in October Below par in this sphere since, but ran up to his best back on the Flat when second at Pontefract last time and makes some appeal back over hurdles with his yard back among winners.

TFRHHHII BHA124

FORM 40F361- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a drop in the weights in 7-runner handicap hurdle (7/1) at Ayr (20.4f, good) 31 days ago, asserting flat. Remains well treated on old form, so player if backing that up.

TFRHHHII BHA120

FORM 453S2/6- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who was well held after 19 months off at Ayr (21.4f good) 31 days ago, considerately handled. This will give a better indication of how much ability he retains.

22Apr Ayr 21f HcpH good 6/7 Serious Operator (IRE) 27l

Oct21 Hex 20f HcpH good 2/6 Bavington Bob (IRE) nk

Sep21 Kel 20f HcpH good S/8 Iolani (GER) -

TFRHHHHI BHA115

FORM 31305-2 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who showed the benefit of a recent run when second of 10 in handicap hurdle here (16.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Respected off a 2lb higher mark back up in trip.

6May Hex 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/10 Fingal’s Hill (IRE) nk

15Apr Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 5/7 Fingal’s Hill (IRE) 20l

Oct22 Kel 16f HcpH good 7/8 Well Educated (IRE) 24l

TFRHHHII BHA115

FORM 65630-5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has done most of his winning at Carlisle. Fared a little better than of late in first-time cheekpieces when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this course (16.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago, though was well positioned. Back up in trip.

6May Hex 16f HcpH gd-sf 5/10 Fingal’s Hill (IRE) 31/2l

8Apr Car 25f HcpH gd-sf 7/8 Shoeshine Boy (IRE) 91/4l

19Mar Car 15f HcpC heavy 3/3 Baron de Midleton (IRE) 14l

TFRHHHHH BHA114

FORM 31F24/0- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner of novice events in 2021 who was given a considerate return from 16 months off when ninth of 15 at Ayr (2m, good) 32 days ago. Merits consideration back up in trip with that under his belt.

O The Good Racing Company Ltd

B Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb

7 APPLAUS(GER)(10)

B g Tiger Hill (IRE) - All About Love (GER) 11 10-13

J Joshua Thompson (10) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mrs Gemma Hogg

B Gestut Hof Ittlingen

S Micky Hammond Racing

21Apr Ayr 16f HcpH gd-sf 9/15 Afadil (FR) 14l

Dec21 Hay 18f HcpH heavy 4/9 Celebre d’Allen (FR) 38l

Nov21 Don 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/7 Ingleby Hollow 3

TFRHHHII BHA110

FORM 1102-03 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran one of his better races when 2 3/4 lengths third of 6 to Moonlight Glory in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good to soft) 10 days ago. 4lb better off with that rival now and well in the mix with a repeat.

13May Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf 3/6 Moonlight Glory (IRE) 2

/

6May Hex 16f HcpH gd-sf 9/10 Fingal’s Hill (IRE) 25l

8Apr Car 17f HcpH gd-sf 2/11 Burrows Hall (FR)

/

8 MOONLIGHTGLORY(IRE)(10)

B m Fame And Glory - Prairie Moonlight (GER)810-10

J Tom Midgley (3)

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Ursa Major Racing, CW Racing & Partner

B Messrs Martin Baker & Brian Baker

S Adra Projects Ltd

9 BALKALIN(FR)(13)

Ch g Balko (FR) - Rose Caline (FR) 11 10-8

J Stephen Mulqueen E Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Mr M. Barnes

B Mme Marie-Laure Jouny

S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHII BHA107

FORM 21022-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for consistency when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D (good to soft, 10/3) 10 days ago, always holding on. Should give another good account.

13May Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf 1/6 Les’s Legacy 1l

24Apr Hex 20f HcpH soft 2/15 Noble Affair (IRE) hd

15Apr Nwc 20f HcpH heavy 2/10 Lincoln Burrows (IRE) 11l

TFRHHHII BHA105

FORM 51463-1

TIMEFORM VIEW 11-y-o who has returned from 6 months off better than ever, doubling his tally under a promising 7-lb claimer in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft, 9/2) 13 days ago, always holding on. 5lb higher mark in a stronger race makes life tougher, though.

20f HcpH gd-sf

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO: Following its run on 24/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Voix du Reve (FR), 5-1 Moonlight Glory (IRE), 11-2 Onward Route (IRE), 8-1 Applaus (GER), 17-2 Balkalin (FR), 10-1 Rattle Owl (GB), 11-1 Captain Zebo (IRE), 14-1 Didtheyleaveuoutto (IRE), Glinger Flame (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

RATTLE OWL is on a good mark on the pick of his novice form so he’s taken to show the benefit of his comeback and come out on top with this step back up in trip likely to suit. Didtheyleaveuoutto is another who’s been given a real chance by the assessor and makes some appeal with his yard back among the winners. Onward Route completes the shortlist.

FIGURES IN BRACKETS

The figures in brackets after each horses name indicates days since last ran.

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THE LYNN SIDDALL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9850

Value £5201.78)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (18 wins from 222 runners, 8%) runs KILDRUM

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Williams (4 wins from 42 runners, 10%) runs CAPTAIN TOMMY

Weightwatcher: CAPTAIN TOMMY won off a handicap mark of 122, his rating is now down 10lb to 112.

Longest Traveller: CAPTAIN TOMMY trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 228 miles.

1 CAPTAINTOMMY(IRE)(3) (in 7lb ex)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Freemantle Doctor (IRE) 9 12-7

J Patrick Wadge (5)

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

O Mr Richard J. Gurr

B Thomas Bruton S Tote

2 STORMLORENZO(IRE)(10)

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Gallant Express (IRE) 8 11-11

J Nathan Moscrop E Cheek Pieces

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Miss Maria D. Myco

B Seamus Osborne

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

3 KILDRUM(IRE)(56)

B g Milan - Close Flame (IRE) 10 10-6

J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Visor

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mr T. M. Clarke

B Close Holding Ltd

S Micky Hammond Racing

4 GIBBERWELL(IRE)(29)

B g Getaway (GER) - Unique Snoopy (IRE) 7 10-4

J Philip Armson (3) E Blinkers

T Jake Coulson, Heaton

O All Or Nothing Racing Club

B Parkville Stud

S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

5 ROBERTD’ORES(FR)(17)

Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Sister du Berlais (FR) 6 10-2

J Jonathon Bewley (3) E Tongue Strap

T George Bewley, Colby

O Mr Alan Udale

B Mr Gilles Delliaux

S Lloyd Ltd

6 HENRYBROWN(IRE)(29)

B g Mahler - Blackeyedsue (IRE) 8 10-2

J Brian Hughes E Cheek Pieces

T Hugh Burns, Alnwick

O Mr H. Burns

B David Moran

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHHI BHA105

FORM 0P36-P1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Revived all of a sudden to capitalise on a free-falling mark at Bangor on Saturday albeit helped by the way things developed. Obvious chance if backing that up under a penalty 20May

TFRHHHII BHA102

FORM 2S13U-4 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over C&D last season but has looked a tricky ride since, though entitled to come on for his recent return here.

13May Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 4/8 Lights Are Green (IRE) 18l

Nov22 Hex 31f HcpC soft U/5 Event of Sivola

TFRHHHHI BHA83

FORM 5/13012- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Took his form up a notch when winning a second C&D handicap of the season by 25 lengths in March. Similar form when second here off 11lb higher later that month and remains of interest back from a break in a change of headgear

28Mar Hex 24f HcpC heavy

TFRHHHHI BHA81

FORM 04FPP1- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support to get off the mark over fences over C&D last month, keeping mistakes to a minimum and value for extra having done just enough once in front. Needs considering up 6lb.

24Apr Hex 24f HcpC soft 1/15 Ex S’Elance (FR) 2l

9Apr Fls 23f HcpC soft P/8 To Be Sure -

24Mar Her 25f HcpC gd-sf P/11 Kestrel Valley -

TFRHHHHH BHA79

FORM P1000-2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who offered little in a handful of runs over hurdles but made much more of an impact when runner-up on chase/handicap debut over C&D on return 17 days ago and should have more to offer in this sphere.

6May Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 2/9 Ballynagran (IRE) 8l

30Mar Hex 20f Hdl heavy 8/10 Hot As Pepper (IRE) 36l

16Mar Hex 16f Hdl heavy 9/13 Miss Lamb 42l

TFRHHHII BHA77

FORM 463235- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by way race developed when finally off the mark over this C&D in September Generally held form well since, creditable 6 3/4 lengths fifth of 15 to Gibberwell in handicap chase at this C&D (soft, 15/2) 29 days ago. 2lb out of weights here, however

24Apr Hex 24f HcpC soft 5/15 Gibberwell (IRE)

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

ROBERT D’ORES: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was showing signs of heat stress.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Captain Tommy (IRE), 4-1 Gibberwell (IRE), 9-2 Kildrum (IRE), 5-1 Robert d’Ores (FR), 17-2 Storm Lorenzo (IRE), 10-1 Henry Brown (IRE)

ROBERT D’ORES made much more of an impact when runner-up on his chase/handicap debut over C&D on return despite shaping as if needing the experience, so he’s taken to find the required improvement. This does look competitive, though, with recent-winners Captain Tommy and Gibberwell heading the dangers.

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THE NORTH EAST GRAINS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9950 Owners Prize Money 1st £4019 2nd £2009

5th £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (18 wins from 222 runners, 8%) runs BANDIT D’AINAY & ONENIGHTINTOWN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (2 wins from 22 runners, 9%) runs BANDIT D’AINAY & ONENIGHTINTOWN

Longest Traveller: ROBINS FIELD trained by H Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water, 269 miles.

1 LAKETAKAPUNA(IRE)(74)

B g Shantou (USA) - Close To Shore (IRE) 12 12-0

J Brian Hughes E Cheek Pieces

T James Ewart, Langholm

O Graham,Hughes,Kesson,Arthur & Craig Farm

B Victor Connolly

S Fitzdares, Clyde Power & Renewables Limited

2 FIRSTREVOLUTION(IRE)(10)

B g Jeremy (USA) - Shaigino (IRE) 9 11-2

J Sean Quinlan

T Martin Todhunter, Penrith

O Colin and Kay Taylor

B John Gallagher

S Tote

3 DOLLYDANCER(IRE)(17)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Scrapper Jack (IRE) 9 10-13

J Stephen Mulqueen E Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Mr Edward Cassie

B Brian Kiely

S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

4 KONIKKING(IRE)(194)

B g Jet Away - Cuddle Ina Drizzle (IRE) 7 10-8

J Sam Coltherd E Tongue Strap

T Susan Corbett, Otterburn

O The Race4fun Syndicate

B Mrs Anne Tector

S Finnies Heavy Haulage

5 ROBINSFIELD(IRE)(39)

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Sweet Poli (IRE)8 10-2

J Ben Poste E Tongue Strap

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

O Robin Dickin Racing Club

B Cathal Ennis

S Clay Street Property Consultants

6 ONENIGHTINTOWN(IRE)(173)

B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Snug Bunch (IRE) 9 10-2

J Conor O’Farrell E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O The Rat Pack Racing Club

B J. Conlon

S Micky Hammond Racing

7 ARCHIVE(FR)(17)

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Royale Dorothy (FR) 13 10-2

J Aaron Anderson (5)

T Suzzanne France, Norton on Derwent

O Newstartracing.com Club

B E.A.R.L. Elevages Des Loges & J. Hanamy

TFRHHHHI BHA109

FORM 554153- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark to score at Ayr (16.5f) in February Not in same form since but considered in this company

TFRHHHHH BHA97

FORM 30145-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner at Sedgefield last summer and best effort since when good second over C&D 10 days ago. Big shout off 1lb lower 13May

TFRHHHHI BHA94

FORM 55600-P C

TIMEFORM VIEW Has struggled since scoring over 3m here last June but she’s now 6lb below that winning mark and tends to come into her own during the spring/summer Not discounted.

6May

TFRHHHII BHA89

FORM 420/4P0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on the second of 3 bumper starts but well held all 3 starts over hurdles. Something to prove now going chasing after 6 months off

TFRHHHHI BHA80

FORM FU/PP42-

TIMEFORM VIEW Seems to be getting his act together, building on his Wetherby fourth when second at Sedgefield (17f, heavy) 39 days ago. 3lb out of the handicap but should go well again.

14Apr Seg 17f HcpC heavy 2/8 Zara’s Universe 11/2l

31Mar Wet 15f HcpC soft 4/5 Beat The Edge (IRE) 41/2l

6Feb Fon 21f HcpH good P/13 My Ticketyboo (IRE) -

TFRHHHII BHA79

FORM 133126-

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways with a bit in hand at Sedgefield. Good second at Newcastle next time but found his run of good form coming to a halt at Market Rasen when last seen in December 4lb out of the handicap.

Dec22 Mkt 19f HcpC gd-sf 6/7 Fazayte (FR)

Nov22

good

good

TFRHIIII BHA75

FORM 04500-5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Retains little ability nowadays. 8lb out of the handicap.

8 DIVASDOYEN(IRE)(55)

B m Doyen (IRE) - Sleeping Diva (FR) 6 10-2

J Patrick Wadge (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O The Unlikely Tenors

B Cyril O’Hara

9

BANDITD’AINAY(FR)(29)

B g Crossharbour - Ne M’Oubliez Pas (FR) 12 10-2

J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Visor, Tongue Strap

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O The Golden Cuckoo

B S. Milaveau & Haras de Saint Voir SCA

S Micky Hammond Racing

TFRHHIII BHA73

FORM P05525-

TIMEFORM VIEW Established as limited but right down in the weights and found only one too good at Musselburgh. However, failed to build on that at Newcastle since and is 10lb out of the handicap.

29Mar

TFRHIIII BHA71

FORM U40P35-

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner over fences in France but only modest nowadays. 12lb out of the handicap.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: FOLLOW YOUR FIRE (IRE) 7 11 3

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note:

DOLLY DANCER: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on.

ONENIGHTINTOWN: Following its run on 1/12/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 First Revolution (IRE), 3-1 Lake Takapuna (IRE), 11-2 Dolly Dancer (IRE), 6-1 Robins Field (IRE), 14-1 Onenightintown (IRE), 16-1 Konik King (IRE), 28-1 Divas Doyen (IRE), 33-1 Archive (FR), Bandit d’Ainay (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

FIRST REVOLUTION wasn’t far off his best when runner-up over C&D 10 days ago and this looks a decent opportunity off 1lb lower Lake Takapuna rates a big threat down in class with Dolly Dancer and Robins Field best of the others.

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THE LANGLEY CASTLE AN OUTSTANDING SMALL HOTEL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8850 Owners

(Penalty Value £4673.68)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (18 wins from 222 runners, 8%) runs BELLE NA BANN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Haslam (4 wins from 9 runners, 44%) runs LORD CAPRIO

Weightwatcher: PATEEN won off a handicap mark of 97, his rating is now down 8lb to 89

Longest Traveller: CHEMICAL WARFARE trained by T Collier, Wilsden, 126 miles.

1 KILBRAINY(IRE)

(25)

Br g Beat Hollow - Portryan Native (IRE) 7 12-0

J Ryan Mania

T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

O Mr Dan Macdonald

B Miss Marie Murphy

S Sandy Thomson Racing

2

LORDCAPRIO(IRE)(89)

B g Lord Shanakill (USA) - Azzurra du Caprio (IRE)8 11-12

J Richie McLernon E Tongue Strap

T Ben Haslam, Middleham

O Blue Lion Racing IX

B Kildaragh Stud

3 MALANGEN(IRE)(215)

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Lady’s Locket (IRE) 8 11-9

J William Shanahan (7) E Hood

T Lisa Harrison, Wigton

O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing

B Miss Madeline Burns

S Atlas Concrete Ltd

4

HAVEYOUGOTMYMONEY(IRE)(17)

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Killenagh Oscar (IRE) 5 11-3

J Brian Hughes

T Paul Robson, Hawick

O Out of the Shed Racing

B Mr Matt O’Connor

S Mr Graham

5 PATEEN(IRE)(26)

B or Br g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Richards Claire (IRE) 11 11-3

J Aaron Anderson (5) E Visor, Tongue Strap

T Jessica Bedi, Yarm

O Hill House Racing Club

B John Joe Brady

6 GAMEBEAAA(IRE)(13)

Br m Libertarian - Balla Brack (IRE) 6 11-1

J Sean Quinlan

T Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie

O Cherrybank Crusaders

B P. & T. Crotty

S A Henderson Roofing Ltd

7 BELLENABANN(IRE)(72)

B m Califet (FR) - Cut ‘n’ Run (IRE)

7 10-10

J Joshua Thompson (10) E Tongue Strap

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Ms D Morley Mr S Dobson & Partner

B Mr E. A. P. Scouller

S Micky Hammond Racing

TFRHHHHI BHA100

FORM F42034-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and made a solid start to his handicap career over hurdles when second at Musselburgh (2 1/2m) in November Disappointed on his next couple of starts but ran one of last season’s better races when fourth at Perth (2 1/2m) last month. Down in trip. One of more likely types.

TFRHHHII BHA98

FORM 0/23336- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted himself well in a couple of runs at Sedgefield in November but never involved (returned lame) at same course on latest start in February Is a former C&D winner

23Feb Seg 16f HcpH good 6/8

Nov22 Seg 16f HcpH soft 3/5

TFRHHIII BHA95

FORM 4U3406- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice at up to 2 1/2m at Perth this summer but out of sorts when last seen in the autumn. Possibly best watched on his return.

Oct22 Car 17f HcpH soft 6/10 Well Educated (IRE) 24l

Oct22 Seg 16f HcpH gd-sf 7/9 Sonning (IRE) 25l

Sep22 Per 20f HcpH good 4/6 Curious Times (IRE) 101/4l

TFRHHHHI BHA89

FORM 6P354-2 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Made an encouraging return from a 5-month break when second of 10 at Uttoxeter under Brian Hughes 17 days ago. Big player with Hughes in the saddle again.

6May Utt 15f HcpH soft 2/10 Lookforarainbow 5l

Dec22 Seg 16f HcpH soft

Oct22

TFRHHHII BHA89

FORM 525502-

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Market Rasen last July Best run since when second of 11 at Perth (2m) last month, although he was rather outbattled in the closing stages.

27Apr Per 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/11 Magic Mike (IRE) 23/4l

24Mar Mus 17f HcpH gd-sf 7/14 Cuban Cigar 32l

Oct22 Seg 19f HcpH gd-sf 5/8 I Am Spider Man (IRE) 19l

TFRHHIII BHA87

FORM 53033-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in handicaps at Newcastle and Doncaster for this yard last November but folded tamely as if amiss on her 21f Kelso reappearance a fortnight ago. Can only watch after that.

10May Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf P/13 Farne Island -

Nov22 Don 19f HcpH good 3/12 Okavango Delta (IRE) 41/4l

Nov22 Nwc 16f HcpH good 3/8 Lucky Lover Boy (IRE) 15l

TFRHHIII BHA82

FORM 36422P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won handicaps at Fontwell/Newton Abbot for Neil Mulholland last summer In good form at Catterick for this yard at the start of 2022 but her run of good form came to a halt at Market Rasen in March. Given a bit of time since.

8 JACKYEATS(IRE)(26)

B g Galileo (IRE) - Fire Lily (IRE)

J Sam Coltherd

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Mercer, Stanners & Coltherd

B Fire Lily Syndicate

9 COMEONRITA(GB)(17)

7 10-9

TFRHHIII BHA81

FORM 0235P0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest strike rate on the Flat and winless following 15 attempts over hurdles. Hard to draw many positives from last month’s run after a break. 27Apr

TFRHHHII BHA81

FORM 00P6-3

Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pennepoint 5 10-9

J Ross Chapman

T Jonathan Haynes, Brampton

O Mr J. C. Haynes

B J. C. Haynes

10

DANKING(GB)(194)

B g Dansili - Time Saved

J John Kington

T Andrew Crook, Leyburn

O Mrs Helen Sinclair

B W. & R. Barnett Ltd

S Tote

6 10-6

11 CHEMICALWARFARE(IRE)(7)

B g Fame And Glory - Blazing Sky (IRE) 6 10-6

J Thomas Dowson E Tongue Strap

T Tjade Collier, Wilsden

O SendEmOn

B Frank McGuinness

S Airdale Chemicals Ltd

12 CLICKANDCOLLECT(GB)(90)

B g Humbel (USA) - Galena (GER) 11 10-2

J Toby Wynne (5) E Blinkers

T Jake Coulson, Heaton

O Mr David Ashbrook

B Martin Ward

S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

13 DIAMANTSURCANAPE(FR)(13)

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Belledonne (FR) 5 10-2

J Danny McMenamin

T Ewan Whillans, Hawick

O Mr Gary Downie

B Mme Gerard De Tarragon

S Lorry Living

14

ROBINGOODFELLOW(IRE)(39)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Bergamask (USA) 4 10-2

J William Maggs (7)

T Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor

O Mr W. Laws

B Godolphin

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

TIMEFORM VIEW First form when remote third in C&D novice 17 days ago. Makes handicap debut now Less exposed than most.

TFRHHIII BHA78

FORM 6P/350-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden nowadays on Flat and hurdles form doesn’t amount to much.

TFRHHHHH BHA78

FORM 2P2P5-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a fair bit in hand when winning a 2m handicap chase at Newcastle a week ago and makes obvious appeal back hurdling off the same mark. Has run well over C&D before.

TFRHHIII BHA72

FORM 0242/5P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 starts. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.5f, good, 28/1) when last seen in March. First-time blinkers replace visor Hard to fancy

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

1Feb Lei 20f HcpH soft 5/8 Accidental Legend (IRE)10

Feb22 Nwc 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/11 Hungry Tiger (IRE) 43/4l

TFRHHIII BHA72

FORM 0P0P0-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper and little to shout about in 6 starts in this sphere, although he was a bit better than the result when a well-held seventh of 12 on his recent 21f Kelso handicap debut. Down in trip now

TFRHHIII BHA76

FORM 34P40-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat and has yet to achieve much over hurdles, comfortably held in 2 Sedgefield handicaps this spring.

14Apr Seg 16f HcpH heavy 7/10 Killane (IRE) 20l

23Mar Seg 16f HcpH soft 4/6 Horn Cape (FR) 15l

4Jan Nwc 7f Stk st-sl 9/14 Hardy 14l

2022: LES’S LEGACY 5 10 9 Dillan Hurst 11-4 (Susan Corbett) 11 ran

Stewards Note: LORD CAPRIO: Following its run on 23/2/2023 it was reported that the horse finished lame.

BELLE NA BANN: Following its run on 12/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1

Chemical Warfare (IRE), 4-1 Haveyougotmymoney (IRE), 8-1 Kilbrainy (IRE), 11-1 Pateen (IRE), 14-1 Lord Caprio (IRE), 16-1 Belle Na Bann (IRE), 20-1 Jack Yeats (IRE), Comeonrita (GB), 25-1 Game Beaaa (IRE), 33-1 Malangen (IRE), Diamant Sur Canape (FR), 50-1 Danking (GB), Click And Collect (GB), 66-1 Robin Goodfellow (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CHEMICAL WARFARE won quite comfortably off this mark over fences at Newcastle last week. A couple of placed efforts over C&D last summer show he’s effective around here and he can strike again. Recent Uttoxeter runner-up Haveyougotmymoney is an obvious danger under Brian Hughes. Kilbrainy also makes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHEMICAL WARFARE (IRE) 2.HAVEYOUGOTMYMONEY (IRE) 3.KILBRAINY (IRE)

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RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE Hexham Racecourse employs veterinary surgeons whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse. In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the Racecourse’s Veterinary team

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 5.50 - THE HEXHAM RACECOURSE SUPPORTING NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOW CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4779 to the winning horse The second to receive £2199 the third £1099 the fourth £550 and the fifth £274. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 17th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, 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 May 20th, 2023, 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. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 17 entries at £35 - Closed May 17th, 2023

Owners Prize Money Winner £3655; Second £1827; Third £914; Fourth £457; Fifth £228 (Penalty Value £4779.30) A

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.20 - THE WELCOME TO PORT OF BLYTH NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 17th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 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 cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 14 entries at £35 - Closed May 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.50 - THE JOSEPH’S AMAZING CAMELS AT NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOW. NOVICES’ 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 17th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023 for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30.00 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 11 entries at £40 - Closed May 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243 (Penalty Value £5096.16)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.20 - THE PORT OF BLYTH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7789 to the winning horse The second to receive £3584, the third £1792, the fourth £896 and the fifth £446 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher or £45 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023 for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30.00 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 14 entries at £45 - Closed May 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £5958; Second £2978; Third £1490; Fourth £745; Fifth £372. (Penalty Value £7789.47)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 7.50 - THE LYNN SIDDALL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5201 to the winning horse The second to receive £2393, the third £1196, the fourth £598 and the fifth £298 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 17th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023 for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 11 entries at £40 - Closed May 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3978; Second £1989; Third £995; Fourth £497; Fifth £248 (Penalty Value £5201.78)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 8.20 - THE NORTH EAST GRAINS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5254 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1208, the fourth £604 and the fifth £301. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher or £35 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023 for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 11 entries at £35 - Closed May 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4019; Second £2009; Third £1005; Fourth £502; Fifth £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 8.50 - THE LANGLEY CASTLE AN OUTSTANDING SMALL HOTEL 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 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 17th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023 for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 19 entries at £35 - Closed May 17th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3575; Second £1787; Third £894; Fourth £447; Fifth £223 (Penalty Value £4673.68)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

2023 FIXTURES

A warm and friendly welcome always awaits at the only racecourse in Northumberland and one of the most scenic in the country.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

SATURDAY 3RD JUNE, 2023

DERBY DAY MEETING

SATURDAY 17TH JUNE, 2023

CHARITY RACE DAY

SUNDAY 25TH JUNE, 2023

LADIES DAY

TUESDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER 2023 (Evening) SKY SPORTS RACING EVENING

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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