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A notable change going forward, William Hill have taken over the operation of the racecourse betting shop. With Britbet operating for a number of years we felt a change to William Hill with their years of experience of running high street betting shops would provide an increased service and experience for you the racegoer.
As you will see we have been busy during the winter break erecting a permanent building on the marquee site to provide protection against the elements throughout the year Unfortunately the inclement weather at the beginning of the year delayed construction and as a consequence we are unable to allow access into the building today.
Whether you are a regular at the track or visiting for the first time we hope you have a successful and enjoyable day and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Robert Whitelock Racecourse ManagerSTEWARDS
Adrian Smith (Chief Steward)
Colin Vickers (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Lyndsay Allan, Alan Dempsey, Philippa Hardy STARTERS
Russell Garritty
Ryan Colley
JUDGE
Nicholas Hargreave
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Karl Curran
VETERINARY OFFICER
Tim Davies
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Tracey Hamilton, Joe O’Gorman, Linda Porter, James Bonar
VETERINARY SURGEONS
David J Parkin, M.R.C.V.S., Sally Booth, M.R.C.V.S., Euan Laidlaw, M.R.C.V.S.
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Sam Foster
Dr Pippa Hall
Dr David Thomas
COMMENTATOR
John Blance
BETTING RING MANAGER
Darren Irving
RACEDAY PRESENTER
Gordon Brown
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Cheryl Litster-Smith
SAFTEY OFFICER
Michael Smith
RACECOURSE MANAGER
Robert Whitelock
CLERK OF THE COURSE
James Armstrong
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Mark Cameron
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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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If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
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
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
TFR BHA87
FORM 656551 CD
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
26Mar Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 1/12 Veauce De Sivola (FR) 5l
7Mar Crl 21f HcpC heavy 5/9 Up Helly Aa King 16l
6Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 5/11 McGinty’s Dream (IRE) 22l
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
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
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
Tip aggregation, race analysis, tip verdict, live odds and detailed racecards for EVERY UK & IRISH RACE
THEBETTING.BETBETTING MAIDENHURDLERACE(CLASS4) (Novices’ChampionshipHurdleSeriesQualifier)(GBBRACE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners
(Penalty Value £4752.90)
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (31 wins from 209 runners, 15%) runs DOLLAR COLLAR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (8 wins from 47 runners, 17%) runs DOLLAR COLLAR
Longest Traveller: PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 333 miles.
1 COMEMYLITTLESON(IRE)(663) Ch
J Theo Gillard
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
O Mr D. McCain Jnr
B Mrs O. O’Driscoll
2 PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS(IRE)(26)
B
J Conor O’Farrell
T David Pipe, Wellington
O Mrs Jo Tracey,K Alexander, P&S Bryceland
B Mr Kenneth Alexander
S W&S Recycling
B g Millenary - Ballela Road
J Mr John Dixon (7)
T John Dixon, Carlisle
O Mrs S. F. Dixon
B Mrs S. F. Dixon
S Messrs J Dixon & Son
4 TINEGGIORI(FR)(19)
Gr g Bated Breath - Validora (FR)
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
7 11-6
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 6P3-
TIMEFORM VIEW Third on last of 3 starts in Irish points (May 2022). Joined a good stable for his Rules career but betting is the best guide to expectations on this rather belated return.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM UP3226
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete in 2 points but showed plenty when placed in a pair of bumpers. Shaped well again when going down only narrowly on 2m Ayr hurdle debut. Only sixth over a longer trip at Ascot since but given another chance back at 2m and in calmer waters.
17Feb Asc 19f Hdl gd-sf 6/9 Pic Roc (IRE) 19l
Dec23 Ayr 16f Hdl soft 2/15 Florida Dreams (IRE) nk
Nov23 Fls 15f NHF soft 2/6 Juby Ball (FR) 23/4l
TFRHHIII BHA92
FORM 0/3/665-5
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best in 4 maiden/novice hurdles and faces a tough task here.
19Feb Car 17f Hdl heavy 5/7 Professor Klump 42l
Feb23 Car 17f Hdl gd-sf 5/11 Sleeping Satellite (IRE) 91/4l
Jan23 Nwc 16f Hdl soft 6/14 Densworth (IRE) 39l
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 0-132 CD
5 11-6
O 8 Amigos, Readers&Wiggy, Grey Horse Syn
B Succession Mme La Marquise de Moratalla
S Cube3 Construction
B m Kingston Hill - Another Dollar (IRE) 6 10-13
J Stephen Mulqueen
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O The Million Dollar Syndicate
B Mr Jonathan Deacon
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Course bumper winner last summer and translated all that ability to hurdles when going close in 2m Newcastle maiden on first attempt 19 days ago. Open to progress.
24Feb Nwc 16f Hdl heavy 2/8 From The Clouds (FR) hd
Jul23 Str 16f NHF good 3/9 Minella Rescue (IRE) 12l
Jun23 Hex 16f NHF good 1/10 Take It Upstairs (IRE) hd
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM F-012
TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 purchase after winning an Irish point in October Decent start over hurdles when runner-up in 2m Ayr novice 16 days ago. While that form is nothing special, she should have more to offer
26Feb Ayr 16f Hdl heavy 2/6 I Am Max (IRE) 3/4l
2023: MISS LAMB 7 10 13 Billy Garritty EVENS (Jedd O’Keeffe) 13 ran
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Phantomofthepoints (IRE), 7-4 Tineggiori (FR), 11-2 Dollar Collar (IRE), 18-1 Comemylittleson (IRE), 25-1 Road To Rosley (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Another chance is given to PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS to confirm the promise of his near miss on hurdle debut at Ayr in December Tineggiori achieved a bit more than Dollar Collar when both were runner-up on their first attempt over hurdles at the end of February and can give David Pipe’s charge most to do.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS (IRE) 2.TINEGGIORI (FR) 3.DOLLAR COLLAR (IRE)
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
The Hexham Executive would like to remind you that Flash Photography Is Prohibited At Hexham Racecourse.
We have no strict dress code; only smart casual dress is accepted in the Club Enclosure and Hospitality areas.
No untidy denim or football shirts will be admitted.
The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission to these areas to anyone failing to comply with the above request.
The Bramble Tudor Bar and Café situated at the top of the steps overlooking the Parade Ring is open to all racegoers.
The Bramble Tudor Bar serving a range of draft and bottled beers, wines and spirits.
The Bramble Tudor Café serving a range of light snacks, selection of sandwiches, tray bakes, scones, tea & coffee.
THE TURNERS NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1)(Grade 1) (Registered as The GOLDEN MILLER) (GBB
for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £175000 Owners Prize Money 1st £75320, 2nd £31045, 3rd £15523, 4th £7770, 5th £3885, 6th £1943, 7th £963, 8th £490.(Penalty Value £98472.50)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 COLONEL HARRY (IRE) (40) 12-1213
Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Stateable Case (IRE)
7 11-7
Gavin Sheehan J
O The GD Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Tommy James Betvictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who took 4-runner Towton Novices’ Chase at Wetherby (19.5f) in January Only third of 5 to Nickle Back in Scilly Isles at Sandown (2 1/2m) since but sort to bounce back. TFR BHA147
2 DJELO (FR) (40) 0-111F2
Br B g Montmartre (FR) - Djeville (FR)
6 11-7
Charlie Deutsch J
O Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Mr Gildas Blain Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Won first 3 chases, including making all in 19f Grade 2 at Ascot in December Ran creditably but didn’treally looksuited by a switchtohold-uptacticswhen7lengthssecondin21/2mSandownGrade1lastmonth.Remainscapableofbetter. TFR BHA148
3 FACILE VEGA (IRE) (40) 521-143 C
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Quevega (FR)
7 11-7
P. Townend J
O Hammer & Trowel Syndicate W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Hammer & Trowel Syndicate
TIMEFORMVIEWSecondtoMarineNationaleinlastyear’sSupreme.EasywinneronNavanchasedebutinNovemberbutbeatentwicein2mGrade1satLeopardstownsince. Wouldhavebeenabitcloserbutforbunglingthelastwhen31/4lengthsthirdtostablemateIlEtaitTempslatest Upintrip.
4 GINNY’S DESTINY (IRE) (47) 23-0111 CD
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dantes Term (IRE)
TFR BHA151
8 11-7
Harry Cobden J
O Gordon & Su Hall Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mrs Caroline O’Driscoll Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdlerforTomLaceyandquicklyscaledevengreaterheightsoverfencesfornewyard,completingacoursehat-trickin21fhandicapinJanuary BeatGreyDawning3/4lengthforsecondsuccessbuthereceived3lbfromDanSkelton’s7-y-o.Goodjumper Shouldn’tbefaraway TFR BHA155
5 GREY DAWNING (IRE) (61) 1F-3121
Br Gr g Flemensfirth (USA) - Lady Wagtail (IRE)
O Mr Robert Kirkland
7 11-7
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Grange Stud Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S
TIMEFORM VIEWGrade2hurdlewinnerlasttermandhastakenreallywelltofences,winning21.5fHaydockgraduationeventand3mWarwickGrade2.Wentdownby3/4 lengthtoGinny’sDestinyhereonpenultimatestartbutheconceded3lbandblundered2outsotherearereasonstobelievehecanturnthetables. TFR BHA153
6 IROKO (FR) (128) 4/1113-1 CD
6 11-7
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Boscraie (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mr John P. McManus Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Jacques Cypres Swansway S
TIMEFORMVIEWFineadvertforhisstablelastseason,completinghat-trickofhandicaphurdlevictoriesintheMartinPipeatthismeeting.Resumedwith aneasychasingdebutsuccessin21/2mnoviceatWarwickinNovember Offsincebuthecouldbereallysmartoverfences. TFR BHA149
7 LE PATRON (FR) (40) 30-1114 D
6 11-7
Br B g Balko (FR) - La Loute (FR) David Noonan J
O Mrs E. Avery Gary Moore, Horsham T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Domaine de Baune et al
K M Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 3 starts over fences, his best performance coming when taking Henry VIII Novices’ Chase at Sandown (2m) in December LosthisunbeatenchasingrecordwithabitofawhimperinScillyIslesbackthere40daysagosoneedstoquicklybounceback. TFR BHA149
8 LETSBECLEARABOUTIT (IRE) (46) 4-11333 D
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Clarification (IRE)
9 11-7
Keith Donoghue J
O Alymer Stud Ltd Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T
B Mrs Deborah Hobson
TIMEFORMVIEW Smart chaser who scored at Gowran and Cork on his first two runs this term. Only third of 4 to Embassy Gardens in Naas Grade 3 last time, though, so needs to bounce back. TFR BHA153
9 SHARJAH (FR) (40) 211434 D
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Saaryeh
11 11-7
Mr P. W. Mullins J
O Mrs S. Ricci W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Ecurie Haras De Beauvoir
TIMEFORMVIEWHascometochasingquitelatebutthisdualChampionHurdlerunner-uphastakenwelltoit,includingaGrade3successatTipperary inOctober Arriveshereonthebackofcreditableeffortsin2mGrade1satLeopardstown.TownendonFacileVega. TFR BHA149
Br Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Zariyna (IRE) Jack Kennedy J
O Bective Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEW Verysmartwinninghurdlerwhogotoffthemarkoverfencesin2mmaidenatThurles30daysago, despite making some mistakes. Capable of better over fences if polishing up his jumping. TFRHHHII BHA150
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Velocidad (FR) Jack Tudor J
O Prof. Caroline Tisdall David Pipe, Wellington T
B S.A.R.L. Winning Bloodstock Agency & Jaq W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ranonceinbumpers/hurdlesandquicktoshowfairlyusefulformoverfences,tonguetiedwhenlanding17ffnoviceatAuteuilinJuneon finalrunforEmmanuelClayeux.Changedhandsfor€310,000afterbutverymuchpitchedinatthedeependonstabledebut TFRHIIII BHA124
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: STAGE STAR (IRE) 7 11 7 Harry Cobden 15-2 (Paul Nicholls) 7 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6, 9, 10.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Grey Dawning (IRE), 3-1 Facile Vega (IRE), 7-2 Ginny’s Destiny (IRE), 9-1 Iroko (FR), 22-1 Zanahiyr (IRE), 25-1 Djelo (FR), 28-1 Letsbeclearaboutit (IRE), 33-1 Sharjah (FR), 40-1 Colonel Harry (IRE), 50-1 Le Patron (FR), 250-1 Jamaico (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
GREY DAWNING was beaten 3/4 length by Ginny’s Destiny in a course novice in December but came out best at the weights attempting to concede 3lb to Paul Nicholls’ charge and can get the better of his old rival off levels this time. Facile Vega will be a threat to both if his stamina holds over this longer trip.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GREY DAWNING (IRE) 2.GINNY’S DESTINY (IRE) 3.FACILE VEGA (IRE)
4TH
Never beaten by SP
Owners
Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (19-24): M Hammond (18 wins from 206 runners, 9%) runs DARK DUOMO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs DARK DUOMO
Longest Traveller: MOROZOV COCKTAIL trained by T Easterby, Malton, 96 miles.
B g Morozov (USA) - Gold Platinum (IRE) 8 12-0
J Jamie Hamilton E Blinkers
T Tim Easterby Malton
O Mr & Mrs N Wrigley & Partner
B W. Austin
S Easthorpe Hall Stud
Ch g Noroit (GER) - Quellevic (FR)
7 11-5
J Joe Williamson (5) E Cheek Pieces
T Philip Kirby, Richmond
O Mr G. Nicholson
B Gilles Trapenard & Max Trapenard
S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
B g Getaway (GER) - Unique Snoopy (IRE) 8 11-4
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
4 ROBERTD’ORES(FR)(38)
Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Sister du Berlais (FR) 7 10-12
J Jonathon Bewley E Tongue Strap
T George Bewley, Colby
O Mr Alan Udale
B Mr Gilles Delliaux
S Lloyd Ltd
5 DARKDUOMO(IRE)(38)
B g Milan - Aroka (FR) 6 10-9
J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Visor, Tongue Strap
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O Mr D Lees, D Pollitt & Driving Down Ltd
B P. Casey
S Micky Hammond Racing
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
FORM 3644P-F D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Not at his best in a winless 2022/23 season and, having attracted support, was struggling when falling 3 out on return to action at Newcastle (23.4f) in November Still, he has fallen plenty in weights and not the biggest surprise to see him fare better back from a break.
Nov23 Nwc 23f HcpC soft F/8 Aire Valley LadApr23 Hex 24f HcpC soft P/15 Gibberwell (IRE)Mar23 Hex 31f HcpC heavy 4/7 Prince Dundee (IRE) 53/4l
FORM 0-0P052
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who did not show a great deal on his first 3 starts over fences this season but stopped the slide (in first-time cheekpieces) over a staying trip for the first time in this sphere when runner-up at Ayr (3m) 4 weeks ago. He’s very well treated if able to build on that
13Feb Ayr 24f HcpC soft 2/9 Camp Belan (IRE) 1l
Dec23 Cat 19f HcpC soft 5/7 Trac (FR) 20l
Nov23 Cat 19f HcpC gd-sf 11/14 Coniston Clouds (IRE) 36l
TFRHHHII BHA83
FORM P2230P CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over fences over C&D last spring and performed with credit when making frame in trio of handicaps earlier this term. Latest Chepstow run was a moody display though (never going well from circuit out) so return to this venue needs to have positive effect.
24Feb Chp 26f HcpC heavy P/7 Twilight Glory -
5Feb Car 24f HcpC soft 7/12 Breeze of Wind (IRE) 71/2l 1Jan Cat 25f HcpC heavy 3/6 Skyhill (IRE) 63/4l
TFRHHHII BHA77
FORM 00-2U0P D
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in a handful of runs over hurdles but more like it when second on handicap chase debut over this C&D in May Going best when unseating 2 out back here later that month but performed modestly in 2 starts since the turn of the year, jumping letting him down 38 days ago.
5Feb Car 24f HcpC soft P/12 Breeze of Wind (IRE) -
6Jan Nwc 20f HcpH soft 8/9 Yealand (IRE) 19l May23 Hex 24f HcpC good U/4 Kildrum (IRE) -
TFRHHIII BHA74
FORM 2-F4400
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler for Philip Hobbs & Johnson White and hasn’t shown a great deal over hurdles/fences for present stable. Faces tough task here.
5Feb Car 24f HcpC soft 9/12 Breeze of Wind (IRE) 40l
13Jan Wet 24f HcpH soft 9/11 Perculator 56l
1Jan Cat 25f HcpC heavy 4/6 Skyhill (IRE) 20l
2023: KILDRUM (IRE) 10 10 1 Emma Smith-Chaston 10-1 (Micky Hammond) 13 ran
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Heritier de Sivola (FR), 11-4 Morozov Cocktail (IRE), 11-2 Gibberwell (IRE), 6-1 Robert d’Ores (FR), 18-1 Dark Duomo (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
HERITIER DE SIVOLA showed much more than previously over fences (equipped with cheekpieces) when second at Ayr 4 weeks ago, doing some good late work despite some sketchy jumping. He’s potentially very well treated if building on that and could be worth chancing. Morozov Cocktail isn’t the most consistent but he’s fallen to a handy mark and can’t be dismissed. Gibberwell may appreciate a return to this C&D
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HERITIER DE SIVOLA (FR) 2.MOROZOV COCKTAIL (IRE) 3.GIBBERWELL (IRE)
2.10
2m 7f 213y
THE PERTEMPS NETWORK FINAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money 1st £43040, 2nd £17740, 3rd £8870, 4th £4440, 5th £2220, 6th £1110, 7th £550, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £56270) 10 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 FAROUK D’ALENE (FR) (77) 21F/-F52 D
Br B g Racinger (FR) - Mascotte d’Alene (FR)
9 12-0
Mr Robert James (7) J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr Louis Couteaudier Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWMatchedhisverysmartchaseform(goingwellwhenfell2outinlastyear’sBroadway)whensecond in 3m handicap at Leopardstown 28 days ago. Still lightly raced in this sphere and in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA154
2 SPRINGWELL BAY (GB) (39) 116-142 C BF
Br B g Kayf Tara - Winning Counsel (IRE)
7 11-5
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J
O Mrs Gay Smith Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B J. R. Weston Wasdell Group, Ashford Stud of 5095 S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over 2m5f here in November and resumed his progress when going down by a neck in 3m handicap at Musselburgh last month. Likely type. TFRHHHII BHA145
3 FLIGHT DECK (IRE) (47) 1P0-330 D
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Rate of Knots (IRE)
O The Steve, Joe and Steve Syndicate
10 11-4
Chris Ward (3) J
Deborah Cole, Solihull T
B Mrs Noreen McManus Lewisham Developments Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWSmartonhisdayforJonjoO’NeillandhetookhisformupanotchforhiscurrentyardwhenanexcellentthirdinLongDistance HurdleatNewbury.Racedindolentlywhenlastof7inCleeveoverC&Dsincethoughsohasabittoprovenow. TFRHHIII BHA144
4 CHANTRY HOUSE (IRE) (49) P/UF-304 C D
10 11-3
Br Br g Yeats (IRE) - The Last Bank (IRE) James Bowen J
O Mr John P. McManus
B M. Conaghan
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classchaserathisbest(wonthe2021GoldenMillerhere).Losthiswayoverfencesinmorerecenttimesbutmuchmoreencouragementreverted tohurdlesthisterm,fourthinhandicapatHuntingdon(25f)lasttime.Inthepictureoffaneasingmarkandfittedwithstrongerheadgear TFRHHHHI BHA143
5 BOLD ENDEAVOUR (GB) (53) 2-23526 D
8 11-3
Br B g Fame And Glory - Araucaria (IRE) Daryl Jacob J
O Countrywide Park Homes Ltd Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Miss L. Hales
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable and reliable sort who chased home White Rhino in C&D handicap in December Lesser run at Lingfield since but this presumably the aim all along and he was fifth in last year’s Coral Cup. TFRHHHII BHA143
6 LE MILOS (GB) (26) 1120-30 D
9 11-2
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Banjaxed Girl Harry Skelton J
O The Jolly Good Partnership Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORMVIEWBigimproveroverfencesforthisyardlastseason,includingvictoryintheCoralGoldCupatNewbury Backoverhurdlesforfirsttime since2020thisterm,finishingwellheldin2runs,butunquestionablyonagoodmark.Arevivalcouldbeforthcoming. TFRHHHII BHA142
7 ICARE ALLEN (FR) (124) 0-04353 BF
6 11-2
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Coeur d’Allen (FR) Mark Walsh J
O Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Bruno Vagne
TIMEFORMVIEWSmarthurdlerwhowasfourthinthe2022Triumphandcaughttheeyeunderaconsiderateridewhenarunning-on third of 11 in 3m handicap at Aintree in November Can make his presence felt off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA142
8 GOWEL ROAD (IRE) (32) 21-4034 C
8 11-2
Br B or Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Hollygrove Samba (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Options O Syndicate Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Cyril O’Hara Options Energy Services Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Very useful hurdler who arrives in good nick, tongue tied when fourth of 11 in 23f handicap at Exeter 32 days ago. Plenty more on his plate in this. TFRHHIII BHA142
9 ANNA BUNINA (FR) (39) 32-6404
Br B m Poet’s Voice - Russian Society
8 11-0
Freddie Gingell (5) J
O Ms Caroline Ahearn John McConnell, Ireland T
B Dermot Cantillon
TIMEFORMVIEWIt’snow12runssincehislastwinin2022butshapedencouraginglyafter9weeksoffwhenfourthinhandicap hurdle at Musselburgh (3m) under this rider last month. Hood goes on and she’s no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA140
10
MILL GREEN (GB) (32) 33-0233
12 11-0
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Ceilidh Royal Freddie Gordon (5) J
O Mrs Rita Brown Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Mrs Rita Brown Unibet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Very useful winning hurdler/chaser who comes here on the back of a good third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Exeter last month. Veteran has twice come in third in this and can make his presence felt once more. TFRHHHII BHA140
11 CLEATUS POOLAW (GB) (18) 1-22212 D BF 6 10-13
Br B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Farewellatmidnight Jack Kennedy J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mrs J. Way Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWHasimprovedachunkwitheachofhisfourrunsinthissphere,landing2m2fNaasnovicebeforeanexcellentsecondtoNobleBirthin2m6fhandicap there18daysago.Yettoraceover3mbutgivesstrongimpressionitwillreallysuit Mostinterestingforyardwithfinerecordinthis. TFRHHHHH BHA139
12 CUTHBERT DIBBLE (IRE) (26) 3151-11 D
6 10-13
Br B g Kayf Tara - Molo Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Graham and Alison Jelley Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Robert Henry Fowler & Robert Chugg Jelson Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Is most progressive and completed a hat-trick on his first go over 3m in handicap hurdle at Haydock 26 days ago. Should have more to offer at this trip. Player
13 PRAIRIE DANCER (IRE) (88) 500-3P3
TFRHHHHI BHA139
6 10-12
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Polka Dot (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O Sean Sweeney/Kieran O’Hare
B Mr S. Sweeney
Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEWAthree-timehurdleswinnerin2022/23whoalsobaggedadecentpotonthelevelinOctober Notseenoutsincequalifying forthiswithagoodthirdin25fCarlislehandicapinDecemberandlurksonaveryfairmark.Onetoconsider TFRHHHHI BHA138
14 MONMIRAL (FR) (19) 240-044
7 10-12
Br Bl g Saint des Saints (FR) - Achere (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B S.A.R.L. Carion EMM Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWNotwonsincehisunbeatennovicehurdlecampaign(lastsuccessin20214-Y-OGrade1atAintree)buthe’sundoubtedlywellhandicapped andofferedabitmorebackinthissphereatChepstow3weeksago.Strongerheadgeargoesonandhe’sinthepicture. TFRHHHII BHA138
15 EMITOM (IRE) (33) P1-2P21 D
10 10-11
Br B g Gold Well - Avenging Angel (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O The Spero Partnership Ltd Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Arctic Tack Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW MadeasuccessfulstartforthisyardatNewburylastspringandresumedwinningwaysin3mhandicapthere last month from Kyntara. Up 5lb but was fourth in the 2020 Stayers’ here and can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII BHA137
16
GAOTH CHUIL (IRE) (40) 1P-2212
6 10-10
Br B m Harzand (IRE) - Elyaadi Shane O’Callaghan (5) J
O Mr Michael A Ryan T. M. Walsh, Ireland T
B M. Ryan
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive mare who bagged traditionally-hot 23f handicap hurdle at Leopardstown in December Took another step forward whenrunner-upinsimilareventtherelastmonth,hinderingchancewithalast-flighterrort Onetokeepontherightsideof. TFRHHHHI BHA136
17
HYLAND (FR) (26) 20-1136 CD
7 10-9
Br Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Medine (FR) Nico de Boinville J
O The Ten From Seven Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Mr Denis Parreau Delhote Unibet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3m handicap on the other course in October and posted a respectable sixth of 16 at Ascot (19.3f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Back up in trip now and another interesting contender for the yard. TFRHHHII BHA135
18 HECTOR JAVILEX (FR) (39) 4140-43 CD 7 10-7
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Peps Jarzeene (FR) Lilly Pinchin J
O Mr David Mason Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis Merribelle Stable Llc S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who arrives on the back of a solid third in handicap at Musselburgh (3m) 39 days ago. Stronger pace here will suit and he could outrun his odds.
19 GABBYS CROSS (IRE) (109) 3U-0022 D
TFRHHHII BHA133
9 10-7
Br B g Frammassone (IRE) - Mille Et Une Nuits (FR) Darragh O’Keeffe J
O Mr R. S. Brookhouse Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Mrs P. M. Grainger
TIMEFORMVIEW Winless since 2022 but he arrives in good nick, second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (24.4f, soft) in November Considered after a break.
TFRHHHII BHA133
20 JUDICIAL LAW (IRE) (33) 331205
7 10-6
Br B g Fame And Glory - Miss Overdrive Richie McLernon J
O Mrs Gay Smith Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Michael Tobin Wasdell Group, Ashford Stud of 5095 S
TIMEFORMVIEWAddedtohistallyinfirst-timecheekpiecesatKelsoinSeptemberbeforesplittingHylandandFlightDeckindeeperhandicaphere. RecordedaverygoodfifthtoEmitomin3mhandicapatNewbury33daysagoandcouldgowellinre-fittedheadgear TFRHHHII BHA132
21 POPOVA (IRE) (109) 30-5134
7 10-6
Br Ch m Ruler of The World (IRE) - Meon Mix Rachael Blackmore J
O Mr D. Maughan Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Pier House Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW WonatListowelinSeptemberandranwellinaqualifieroverextended3matPunchestown when last seen in November Unexposed over this distance and wouldn’t dismiss. TFRHHHII BHA132
22 KYNTARA (GB) (33) 20-1122 D BF
8 10-5
Br B g Kayf Tara - Speed Bonnie Boat Charlie Deutsch J
O Lady Dulverton Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B H. D. J. Daly Price & Son Groundworks S
TIMEFORMVIEW Isgoingtherightwayforhisnewyard,winningstayinghandicapsingoodstyleatLingfieldandAintreebeforeChristmas. PostedanexcellentsecondtoEmitomatNewbury(3m)lasttimeandcan’tbediscounted. TFRHHHII BHA131
23 ALPESH AMIN (IRE) (26) 41-6321
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Star Shuil (IRE)
7 10-4
M. M. McDonagh (3) J
O Ms Olivia Long Eric McNamara, Ireland T
B R. McCarthy
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever to get off the mark for the season in 19-runner handicap hurdle at Gowran (2m4f) 26 days ago. Revised mark to overcome but seems sure to relish this stiffer test and could take a hand. TFRHHHII BHA130
24 NOBLE BIRTH (GB) (18) 0-P2401
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Miss Noble Conor McNamara J
O In Bounds Syndicate Eric McNamara, Ireland T
B Miss Noble Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmedpreviouspromisewhenopeningaccountfortheseasonin23fhandicaphurdleatNaas18daysagoby31/2lengths fromCleatusPoolaw.Moreneededoffcareer-highmarknowandsuspecthe’llbevulnerabletounexposedrivals. TFRHHHII BHA129
DECLARED RUNNERS 24 2023: GOOD TIME JONNY (IRE) 8 11 4 Liam McKenna 9-1 (A J Martin) 23 ran Hood worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers worn first time by No. 4, 14. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 13.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 18, 24. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 20.
Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Cleatus Poolaw (GB), 8-1 Gaoth Chuil (IRE), 12-1 Chantry House (IRE), Cuthbert Dibble (IRE), 14-1 Icare Allen (FR), 18-1 Farouk d’Alene (FR), 20-1 Springwell Bay (GB), Gabbys Cross (IRE), 22-1 Emitom (IRE), 25-1 Kyntara (GB), Noble Birth (GB), 28-1 Le Milos (GB), Gowel Road (IRE), Mill Green (GB), 33-1 Monmiral (FR), Hyland (FR), 40-1 Bold Endeavour (GB), Judicial Law (IRE), Popova (IRE), Alpesh Amin (IRE), 50-1 Anna Bunina (FR), Prairie Dancer (IRE), Hector Javilex (FR), 66-1 Flight Deck (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
There is more to come from CLEATUS POOLAW, who has a profile not too dissimilar to that of Delta Work, successful as a novice in this for connections back in 2018, and with this stiffer test sure to suit he’s taken to come out on top. The Leopardstown handicap Gaoth Chuil won at Christmas often throws up the winner of this and she’s a big player Cuthbert Dibble and 2021 Golden Miller-winner Chantry House are a couple of the other leading contenders.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLEATUS POOLAW 2.GAOTH CHUIL (IRE) 3.CUTHBERT DIBBLE (IRE)
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Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (31 wins from 209 runners, 15%) runs DESTINY IS ALL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (8 wins from 47 runners, 17%) runs DESTINY IS ALL Fancy That: L Russell won this race in 2016, 2017 and 2023 The stable runs DESTINY IS ALL today Longest Traveller: DESTINY IS ALL trained by L Russell, Kinross, 126 miles.
J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment
B g Prince Flori (GER) - Hearts Delight (IRE) 10 12-0
J Patrick Wadge (3) E Cheek Pieces
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O Mr John R. Adam
B Eithne Magee
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Gr g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mite Be Cloudy (IRE) 7 11-5
J Sam Coltherd E Tongue Strap
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Take That 1
B Mrs Mary Mangan
S Bell Rural Solutions
Ch g Noroit (GER) - Surprise de Sivola (FR) 10 11-4
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O CW Racing Club & URSA Major Racing Ltd
B Mr Gilles Trapenard
S Adra Projects Ltd
B m Jeremy (USA) - Good Thyne Lucy (IRE) 9 10-12
J Sean Quinlan E Cheek Pieces
T John Wainwright, Malton
O Mr Anthony Ross
B Greg & Jane Rossiter
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Miss Martel (IRE) 8 10-2
J Stephen Mulqueen E Blinkers
T Paula Smith, Malton
O Miss Paula Smith
B Mrs M. Brennan
Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Brantingham Breeze 8 10-2
J William Maggs (7) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
O Rutherford Racing
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited
FORM 2P-1036
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent sort who won on return at Kelso. Modest there last time but given a break and has change of headgear back down in grade. Player for last year’s winning yard if he stays.
14Jan Kel 23f HcpC soft 6/7 Special Rate (IRE) 35l
Dec23 Ayr 24f HcpC soft 3/7 Readysteadybeau (FR) 93/4l
Oct23 Chl 25f HcpC good 14/19 Mole Court (IRE) 33l
FORM 321112 C BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Has upped his form since switched to chasing, completing the hat-trick in comfortable fashion at Carlisle before following home the promising Montgomery at Bangor a fortnight ago. Should stay this far and ground fine. Looks the one to beat.
28Feb Bgr 24f HcpC heavy 2/7 Montgomery (IRE) 8l
5Feb Car 24f HcpC soft 1/12 Five Dollar Fine (IRE) 1l
Dec23 Utt 24f HcpC heavy 1/11 Imperial Alex (IRE) 33/4l
FORM P4121P CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Has won C&D and Catterick handicaps this season but run of good form came to an abrupt halt at Doncaster last time. Usually goes well here (third in this 12 months ago).
21Feb Don 23f HcpC soft P/7 Betterforeveryone -
24Jan Cat 25f HcpC soft 1/9 Old Page (IRE) 17l
1Jan Cat 25f HcpC heavy 2/6 Skyhill (IRE) 11/4l
FORM 414435
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time chase winner over 27f at Sedgefield. Well held over hurdles tongue tied there last time, typically making mistakes. Usual cheekpieces back on and she’s on a fair mark if putting it all together
7Feb Seg 27f HcpH soft 5/11 Dillarchie 23l
26Jan Seg 26f HcpC soft 3/10 Eveque (FR) 20l
Dec23 Kel 26f HcpC heavy 4/6 Rath An Iuir (IRE) 93/4l
FORM 500-P05
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler/chaser but well below form in 5 starts over hurdles for his current yard, tried in first-time blinkers (replacing cheekpieces) at Carlisle last time. 16lb below last successful mark. Stamina to prove.
19Feb Car 25f HcpH heavy 5/6 Fevertre (IRE) 12l
11Jan Cat 25f HcpH soft 9/10 Shantou Moon (IRE) 78l
Dec23 Hex 23f HcpH heavy P/6 My Last Oscar (IRE) -
FORM 63645P
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner at 25f over hurdles. Lacks the size for chasing compared to others here and hasn’t really looked like winning in handicaps this term, but it’s easy to see him still being there at the finish if this becomes a slog.
23Feb Seg 26f HcpC soft P/6 Monaghan Boy (IRE) -
5Feb Car 24f HcpC soft 5/12 Breeze of Wind (IRE) 63/4l
11Jan Cat 25f HcpC soft 4/11 Time For A Pint (IRE) 61/4l
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: PRINCE DUNDEE (IRE) 10 11 7 Patrick Wadge 13-2 (Lucinda Russell) 7 ran
Stewards Note:
EVENT OF SIVOLA: Following its run on 21/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
DON BROCCO: Following its run on 23/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Breeze of Wind (IRE), 4-1 Destiny Is All (IRE), 13-2 Onestepatatime (IRE), 15-2 Event of Sivola (FR), 12-1 Don Brocco (GB), 20-1 One Fer Mamma (IRE)
BREEZE OF WIND bumped into a totally unknown quantity in the shape of the promising Montgomery when chasing the 4-timer at Bangor a fortnight ago and can resume winning ways up in trip here with nothing of that one’s potential in this line-up. Destiny Is All might be the danger
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BREEZE OF WIND (IRE) 2.DESTINY IS ALL (IRE) 3.DON BROCCO
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2.50
THE RYANAIR STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Registered as
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £388125
Owners Prize Money 1st £167049, 2nd £68853, 3rd £34427, 4th £17233, 5th £8616, 6th £4308, 7th £2135, 8th £1087.(Penalty Value £218397.93)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 AHOY SENOR (IRE) (26) F2-PP43 C
9 11-10
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dara Supreme (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Wymer & Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Mr D.P Constable Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser at his peak but this season has been rather underwhelming, beaten 9 1/2 lengths when third of 4 in Ascot Chase (21f, good to soft) latest Others arrive with more pressing claims. TFRHHIII BHA160
2 BANBRIDGE (IRE) (61) 11321-1 C D 8 11-10
Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Old Carton Lass (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O Mr R. A. Bartlett Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T
B Dan McSorley Albert Bartlett S
TIMEFORMVIEWWonMartinPipeat2022FestivalandtookCheltenhamrecordto2-2inaGrade2novicechaseinNovemberofthatyear RoundedofflastseasonwithaGrade1 novicewinatAintreeandreturnedtobeatPicd’OrhyinKemptonGrade2inJanuary Solidformclaimsbutsoftgroundpossiblynotideal. TFRHHHHI BHA162
3 CAPODANNO (FR) (47) 13P-631 C
Br Ch g Manduro (GER) - Day Gets Up (FR) Mark Walsh J
O Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Mr Andre Hebert
TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classchaser Couldn’tlivewithhisoutstandingstablemateGalopindesChampsintheSavillsatLeopardstownoverChristmasbut hegotbacktowinningwaysintheGrade2Cotswoldover25fhereattheendofJanuary Thistestabitsharperthanideal. TFRHHHII BHA161
4 CONFLATED (IRE) (40) 3P-53UU
10 11-10
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Saucy Present (IRE) Jack Kennedy J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Dillon Family Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWFormerIrishGoldCupandSavillswinnerwhowasthirdinlastyear’sGoldCupatthismeeting.Enoughinthisseason’sefforts tothinkheretainsmostofhisability,setforthirdwhenunseatingatthelastinthisyear’sIrishGoldCup.Downintrip. TFRHHHII BHA166
5 ENVOI ALLEN (FR) (124) 1014-32 CD
10 11-10
Br B g Muhtathir - Reaction (FR) Rachael Blackmore J
O Cheveley Park Stud
Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Mr Bruno Vagne Cheveley Park Stud Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW LandedathirdFestivalsuccesswhenseeingofShishkininthis12monthsago.Backtothatlevelwhenneck second of 4 to Gerri Colombe in 3m Down Royal Grade 1 in November Kept fresh for this since. TFRHHHHI BHA164
6 FIL DOR (FR) (95) 5106-22
Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - La Turbale (FR) Keith Donoghue J
O Robcour Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mrs Henri Devin Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWVerysmartchaserwhoreturnedwithgoodsecondstoDinoblueandElFabioloin2mGradedeventsatNaasand Cork before Christmas. Well below par on the 2 previous occasions he’s raced in excess of around 2m. TFRHHIII BHA151
7 FUGITIF (FR) (47) 225-413 CD
9 11-10
Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Turiane (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Carl Hinchy & Dr Emad Hussain Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T
B Mr Andre Rousseau RH Bloodstock S
TIMEFORMVIEW Finallylanded a big pot in DecemberGoldCup over C&Dand fared aswell ascould be expectedwhen third in 2mGrade1 hereattheendofJanuary Thestepbackupintripwillsuitbutthesuspicionishe’llfindafewtoostrongagain. TFRHHIII BHA157
8 GA LAW (FR) (47) F5P-601 CD
8 11-10
Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Law (FR) Gavin Sheehan J
O The Footie Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Jean-Francois Magnien Betvictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won last season’s Paddy Power and bagged another big middle-distance handicap at this track when seeing off 12 rivals over C&D(goodtosoft)attheendofJanuary.OnlyfifthinthislastyearandprobablyvulnerableagainbackatGradedlevel. TFRHHHII BHA156
9 HITMAN (FR) (33) 236-002
Br B g Falco (USA) - Tercah Girl (FR) Bryony Frost J
O Mason, Hogarth, Ferguson & Done Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mme C. Villaud Ameline & Mr Q. Villaud Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWThirdtoEnvoiAlleninthislastyear.Ranbelow-partop-endhandicapsonfirst2outingsthistermbutbackonformwhen41/4lengthssecond of5toShishkininGrade2DenmanatNewbury(3m,soft).Doesn’tfindmuchoffbridleandmoreaplacethanwinplayeragain. TFRHHHII BHA157
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR) Harry Skelton J
O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S
TIMEFORMVIEWWontheBetfairChaselasttermandcreditablefifthintheGoldCuphereonfinalstart Remotelastof4inthisseason’sBetfairChasebuthasrun withcreditinhis3outingssince,finishing43/4lengthsthirdof5toShishkininDenmanatNewbury(3m,soft)onlatest Downintrip. TFRHHHII BHA165
Br B g Fame And Glory - Sparky May Harry Cobden J
O Owners Group 044
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Ruxley Holdings Ltd Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWWonGrade1GoldenMilleratthe2023FestivalandtookhisformupanothernotchwithvictoryinthePaddyPowerGoldCuphereonreappearanceinNovember Can’thavebeenrightwhenpulledupbackhereonNewYear’sDayandlikelytobouncebackatacoursewherehehasgoodoverallrecord. TFRHHHHH BHA166
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: ENVOI ALLEN (FR) 9 11 10 Rachael Blackmore 13-2 (Henry de Bromhead) 9 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Banbridge (IRE), 5-1 Envoi Allen (FR), Stage Star (IRE), 10-1 Capodanno (FR), 12-1 Conflated (IRE), Protektorat (FR), 14-1 Fil Dor (FR), 18-1 Ahoy Senor (IRE), 25-1 Ga Law (FR), Hitman (FR), 28-1 Fugitif (FR) PLAY SMARTER
Although STAGE STAR bombed out in a C&D handicap last time his overall Cheltenham record, which includes a win in last year’s Golden Miller, provides hope that he can bounce back to form with a bang. The likelihood of a soft ground is a slight worry for Banbridge so it could be that the chief threat comes from last year’s winner Envoi Allen, a 3-time Festival scorer
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STAGE STAR (IRE) 2.ENVOI ALLEN (FR) 3.BANBRIDGE (IRE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Richards (21 wins from 74 runners, 28%) runs CLOVIS ISLAND
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Alexander (7 wins from 22 runners, 32%) runs BOOLAMORE CLASSIC
Longest Traveller: BOOLAMORE CLASSIC trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.
1 BLACKBART(IRE)(14)
B
11-7
J Callum Bewley
T Chris Grant, Billingham
O Hemmings Racing
B Fergal O’Donnell
S Trust Inns Limited
2 BOOLAMORECLASSIC(IRE)(30)
B g Workforce - Castlelost (IRE) 5 11-7
J Danny McMenamin
T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
O Quandt, Cochrane, Lysaght
B Mr Niall Hamilton
S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
3 CLOVISISLAND(GB)(24)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Egretta Island (IRE)6 11-7
J Sean Quinlan
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O Charlie Doocey / Cathal Doocey
B Mrs Tessa Greatrex & Mr D. Futter
S CPD Bodies Ltd
4 ROCKSTEADYEDDIE(GB)(40)
Gr g Telescope (IRE) - Little Carmela 6 11-7
J Sam Coltherd
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Girsonfield Racing Club
B T. A. Williams
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
5 TIMEWAS(IRE)(20)
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Henrietta (IRE) 7 11-0
J Joe Williamson (5)
T Philip Kirby, Richmond
O Mrs J. Porter
B B. A. Kilpatrick
S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
6 PARAHANDY(IRE)(14)
B g Malinas (GER) - Pink Panda (FR) 4 10-9
J Jamie Hamilton
T Tim Easterby, Malton
O Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner
B M.J. Leahy & J. Riordan
S Easthorpe Hall Stud
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Stewards Note:
TFRHHIII BHAFORM P
TIMEFORM VIEW Making a belated debut, ran very green when pulled up in novice hurdle at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) 2 weeks ago, tailing off eighth. Blinkers now reached for.
29Feb Wet 19f Hdl soft P/8 Magical King (IRE) -
TFRHHIII BHAFORM P-240
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on his completed outing in Irish points but well held both starts over hurdles so far, running a moody race when eighth of 17 in maiden at Ayr (20.4f, heavy) a month ago. Needs another run for a handicap mark.
13Feb Ayr 20f Hdl soft 8/17 President Scottie (IRE) 56l
6Jan Nwc 20f Hdl soft 4/10 Handstands (IRE) 37l
TFRHHHHH BHA116
FORM 21-42 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on only start in Irish points before winning bumper at this course on his Rules debut. Made no impression on his hurdles bow, but left that effort behind when narrowly denied in Carlisle novice (19.3f heavy) in February The one to beat.
19Feb Car 19f Hdl heavy 2/5 Jagwar (FR) hd
Nov23 Hex 20f Hdl heavy 4/13 Great Pepper (FR) 18l
Mar23 Hex 16f NHF heavy 1/5 Fox’s Fancy (IRE) 2l
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 303-363
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of points and stepped up on his hurdling debut when third of 7 in maiden at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) 40 days ago. Looks ready for longer trips but he could be capable of getting involved.
3Feb Wet 19f Hdl soft 3/7 Leading Choice (IRE) 25l
6Jan Nwc 20f Hdl soft 6/10 Handstands (IRE) 39l
Oct23 Hex 16f NHF soft 3/8 Will Knott (IRE) 61/4l
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 2/512-03
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but down the field in hunter chase at Downpatrick when trained by B. R. Hamilton. However after 9 months off she showed more on her stable debut when third of 5 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, heavy) 20 days ago. One to consider
23Feb Seg 19f Hdl soft 3/5 Ragosina 13l
May23 Dpk 23f Ch gd-yd 9 Gorthill (FR) 32l
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 03
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability in Wetherby bumper but well-beaten third of 8 in novice at the same course (19.7f, heavy) on her hurdles bow 2 weeks ago, left in a remote place soon after the last. Looks one for the longer term.
29Feb Wet 19f Hdl soft 3/8 Magical King (IRE) 33l
3Feb Wet 16f NHF soft 7/11 Off To Alabama 32l
2023: FLY BY MILAN (IRE) 8 11 7 Danny McMenamin 10-1 (Nicky Richards) 9 ran
BOOLAMORE CLASSIC: Following its run on 13/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 4-11 Clovis Island (GB), 11-2 Time Was (IRE), 11-1 Rock Steady Eddie (GB), 22-1 Boolamore Classic (IRE), 40-1 Black Bart (IRE), Para Handy (IRE)
CLOVIS ISLAND was much improved from his hurdling debut when runner-up in a Carlisle novice last month, pulling a long way clear of the rest, so this looks a good opportunity for him to go one better Time Was took a step forward on her stable/hurdles bow and could be the one to give the selection most to think about, ahead of Rock Steady Eddie.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLOVIS ISLAND 2.TIME WAS (IRE) 3.ROCK STEADY EDDIE
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3.30
THE PADDY POWER STAYERS’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £325000
Owners Prize Money 1st £139880, 2nd £57655, 3rd £28828, 4th £14430, 5th £7215, 6th £3608, 7th £1788, 8th £910. (Penalty Value £182877.50)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 ASTERION FORLONGE (FR) (77) 212-052
Br Gr g Coastal Path - Belle du Brizais (FR)
Mr P. W. Mullins J
O Mrs J. Donnelly W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B E.A.R.L. La Forlonge
TIMEFORMVIEWVerysmarthurdler/chaserathisbest Betterforreturnwhenrespectable11lengthssecondof6toIrishPointinGrade1ChristmasHurdle atLeopardstown(23.4f,heavy)77daysago.SoleGrade1wincameasanovice4yearsagosolikelytocomeupshortagain. TFRHHIII BHA153
2 BUDDY ONE (IRE) (77) 43115P CD
Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - May’s Magic (IRE)
O E. Lynch/T.C.Quinn/John J. McGrath
B Martin Cullinane
7 11-10
Jack G. Gilligan J
Paul John Gilligan, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW ProgressedagainwhenwinningC&DhandicapinNovemberbutcameinlastof5toTeahupoowhensteppeduptothislevelinHatton’s GraceHurdle(22/1)atFairyhousenexttime.ReportedlyscopedwrongwhenpulledupinChristmasHurdleatLeopardstownsince. TFRHHIII BHA153
3 CHAMP (IRE) (47) 3/135-45 CD
12 11-10
Br B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - China Sky (IRE) J
O Mr John P. McManus
B Philip and Mrs Jane Myerscough
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
TIMEFORM VIEW Very talented hurdler/chaser in his prime but comfortable held in Long Walk Hurdle at Ascot and Cleeve Hurdle over C&D both starts this season, so easy to look elsewhere. Headgear applied. TFRIIIII BHA156
4 CRAMBO (GB) (82) 110-131 D
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Cardline (FR)
7 11-10
Jonathan Burke J
O Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd & Chris Giles Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd Bresbet S
TIMEFORMVIEWHasprogressedthroughtheranksoverhurdlesandhadDashelDrasherandChampinbehindwhenedgingoutPaisleyParkinGrade1LongWalk HurdleatAscot(24.4f,good)82daysago.MoreneededagaintobeatthebestoftheIrishbutthatisentirelypossible(unexposedat3m). TFRHHHHI BHA157
5 DASHEL DRASHER (GB) (47) 26-3134 C D 11 11-10
Br B g Passing Glance - So Long Rex Dingle J
O Mrs B Tully and Mr R Lock
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Mrs C. C. Scott Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORMVIEWToughandlikeablesortwhoedgedoutthepenalisedPaisleyParktowinLongDistanceHurdleatNewburyinDecemberandcreditableeffortsindefeat since,3lengthsfourthtoNobleYeatsinCleeveHurdleoverC&Dlasttime.Mostunlikelyhe’llbetterlastyear’ssuperbsecondinthis,however TFRHHHII BHA156
6 FLOORING PORTER (IRE) (76) 43-0133 CD 9 11-10
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Lillymile (IRE) Keith Donoghue J
O Flooring Porter Syndicate Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T
B Sean Murphy
TIMEFORM VIEWFrontrunnerwhowonthisracein2021and2022.Couldn’tcompletethehat-trick12monthsagobutstillranhisbestraceoftheseasontofinish fourth(31/2lengthsbehindSireduBerlais).Notsogoodtriedoverfencesthistermsonosurprisetoseehimhaveanothercrackatthis. TFRHHHHI BHA156
7 HOME BY THE LEE (IRE) (77) 115P-35 D
Br B g Fame And Glory - Going For Home (IRE)
O Mr Sean O’Driscoll
B Mr Sean O’Driscoll
9 11-10
J. J. Slevin J
Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW WinneroftheChristmasHurdleatLeopardstownlastseasonbeforeshapingbetterthanthebareresultwhenfifthinthisrace(beatenunder4lengths despiteaseriousmistakeatthesixth).However doesn’tarriveinthesameformforthisyear’srenewal,lookingmoodylatest Headgearrefitted. TFRHHHII BHA155
8 JANIDIL (FR) (61) P10F-23
10 11-10
Br B g Indian Daffodil (IRE) - Janidouce (FR) Jody McGarvey J
O Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Mr Hubert Langot & Mr Michel Langot
TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classchaseronhisday(secondinRyanairin2022).Decentsecondof3inGrade2atClonmeloncomebackbutfailedtobuildon thatnexttimeandthisatoughaskonhisbelatedreturntohurdles(lastseeninthisspherewhenfifthinAlbertBartlett4yearsago). TFRHIIII BHA154
9 NOBLE YEATS (IRE) (47) 344-021 CD
9 11-10
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - That’s Moyne (IRE) Harry Cobden J
O Mr Robert Waley-Cohen Emmet Mullins, Ireland T
B Mrs Kristene Hunter Upton Viva Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWTop-classchaserwhowonthe2022GrandNational.HavingonlyhisthirdcareerstartoverhurdleswhennarrowlybeatingthepenalisedPaisleyParkinCleeve HurdleatthisC&D(goodtosoft)47daysago.Moreneededherebuthasplentyofscopetoimprovegivenchaseform.Interestingcontender TFRHHHHI BHA152
10 PAISLEY PARK (IRE) (47) 130-222 CD BF
Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Presenting Shares (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Mr Andrew Gemmell Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B M. Conaghan Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEWVeteranstayerbutnosignsofslowingdown,goingdownonlynarrowlyinLongDistanceHurdleatNewbury(beatenaheadbyDashelDrasher),Ascot’sLong WalkHurdle(beatenshortheadbyCrambo)andCleeveHurdleoverC&D(beatenaheadbyNobleYeats)thisterm.Recordinthisreads17337. TFRHHHII BHA157
11 SIRE DU BERLAIS (FR) (32) P4113-0 CD
Br B g Poliglote - Royale Athenia (FR) Mark Walsh J
O Mr John P. McManus Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr Jean-Marc Lucas et al Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWGrandservantwhoisa3-timewinnerattheCheltenhamFestival,includingatbigoddsinthisrace12monthsago(noflukeaboutit).Shouldbesharper forhisbelatedcomebackrunatNavanandthisishistimeofyear(hasalsowonlast2renewalsofLiverpoolHurdle)butno12-y-ohaswonthis. TFRHHHII BHA159
12 SIR GERHARD (IRE) (74) 102P-F1 C D
Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Faanan Aldaar (IRE)
9 11-10
P. Townend J
O Cheveley Park Stud W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Keatingstown Bloodstock Cheveley Park Stud Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWLeadingnovicehurdlerof2021/22campaignandasmartnovicechaserlastterm.Closinginsecondwhenfallingheavily2outinGrade3chaseatNaason returnandshowednoilleffectswhenlandingoddsbackhurdlingatPunchestownonNewYear’sEve.Unprovenbeyond21fbutnotdismissed. TFRHHHHI BHA155
13 TEAHUPOO (FR) (102) 61134-1 D
7 11-10
Br B g Masked Marvel - Droit d’Aimer (FR) Jack Kennedy J
O Robcour Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet et al Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classhurdlerwhowasaclosethirdinthislastyearwhenfavourite.Betterthaneverwhenmakingitback-to-backwinsinGrade1Hatton’sGraceHurdle atFairyhouseonreturninDecember Keptfreshforthis(4-4whenreturningfromanabsenceof3monthsorlonger)andhugerunexpected. TFRHHHHH BHA162
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
2023: SIRE DU BERLAIS (FR) 11 11 10 Mark Walsh 33-1 (Gordon Elliott) 11 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Teahupoo (FR), 5-1 Crambo (GB), 8-1 Noble Yeats (IRE), 10-1 Sir Gerhard (IRE), 12-1 Flooring Porter (IRE), Home By The Lee (IRE), 18-1 Paisley Park (IRE), Sire du Berlais (FR), 40-1 Buddy One (IRE), Dashel Drasher (GB), 66-1 Asterion Forlonge (FR), 80-1 Janidil (FR)
The veterans came out on top in last season’s renewal, but TEAHUPOO was a close third when only a 6-y-o and has improved again this year judging by the manner of his win in the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse on his return in December, so looks the one to beat Fellow 7-y-o Crambo appeals as the main threat given the rate of his progress, though top-class chaser Noble Yeats won the Cleeve Hurdle on only his third start in this sphere so is a fascinating contender TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TEAHUPOO (FR) 2.CRAMBO 3.NOBLE YEATS (IRE)
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for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000
Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (31 wins from 209 runners, 15%) runs JOSIE ALICE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (8 wins from 47 runners, 17%) runs JOSIE ALICE
Fancy That: M Hammond won this race in 2016 and 2019 The stable runs WALK MY WAY today
Longest Traveller: FEVERTRE trained by N Martin, Minehead, 316 miles.
J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment
Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Avoca Star (IRE) 9 12-0
J James Best E Cheek Pieces
T Nicky Martin, Minehead
O Bradley Partnership
B R. McCarthy
S Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd
B g Westerner - Clare Hogan (IRE) 8 12-0
J Danny McMenamin
T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
O Quandt & Cochrane
B Denis Roche
S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Thuringe (FR) 6 11-8
J Patrick Wadge (3)
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O Miss Lucinda V. Russell
B Ronald Brown
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
4 REAGROVELORD(IRE)(24)
Br g Malinas (GER) - Ballerina Queen (IRE) 6 11-0
J Edward Austin (5) E Tongue Strap
T George Bewley, Colby
O Southdean Racing Club
B Miss Marie Motherway
S Lloyd Ltd
Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Sovereignoftheseas 9 10-12
J Sam Coltherd
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Castle View Racing
B Mrs A. M. L. Munnis
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bollin Jasmine 6 10-2
J Emma Smith-Chaston (3)
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O Mr D Lees, D Pollitt & Driving Down Ltd
B Bollin Jasmine Syndicate
S Micky Hammond Racing
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
TFRHHHHI BHA104
FORM 20/2-441
TIMEFORM VIEW In first-time cheekpieces, bounced back to form when opening his account in handicap at Carlisle (25f heavy) last month, keeping on well. Remains on a workable mark so he’s not taken lightly now that he’s up and running.
19Feb Car 25f HcpH heavy 1/6 Fainche (IRE) 3/4l
1Feb Fls 23f HcpH heavy 4/7 Bobo Mac (IRE) 17l
Nov23 War 26f HcpH soft 4/9 Woodie Flash (IRE) 33l
TFRHHHHH BHA104
FORM 2//60-312 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward when making a winning handicap debut at Ayr (21.4f, soft) in December and ran at least as well when second at the same track (24.3f heavy) next time. Remains lightly raced for his age and he can double his tally
13Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 2/13 Shoeshine Boy (IRE) d.h
Dec23 Ayr 21f HcpH soft 1/7 Enemy At The Gate (IRE) 11/4l
Nov23 Hex 20f Hdl heavy 3/6 Inox Allen (FR) 33/4l
TFRHHHII BHA98
FORM 31-3432
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who has run to only a modest level in bumpers and maiden hurdles so far making no impression on the winner when second of 8 at Musselburgh (19.8f, soft) 25 days ago. Could yet do better though, as she makes her handicap debut.
18Feb Mus 19f Hdl soft 2/8 Micks Jet (IRE) 15l
5Jan Mus 23f Hdl soft 3/6 Chosen Templar (IRE) 53/4l
Dec23 Ayr 16f NHF soft 4/7 Ayiko 61/4l
TFRHHHII BHA90
FORM 345643
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points in Ireland and has made the frame both starts in handicap hurdles, 9 1/4 lengths third of 6 to the reopposing Fevertre at Carlisle (25f heavy) last time. Can give his running once more.
(IRE) 27l
FORM 021-206 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was successful at Catterick and Sedgefield last season. Ran creditably after 6 months off when second back here in October, but below form both starts since. Needs to get back on track.
11Jan Cat 25f HcpH soft 6/11 It’s Maisy (IRE) 50l
Nov23 Hex 23f HcpH heavy 7/8 Solway Primrose 41l
Oct23 Hex 23f HcpH soft 2/9 Champ Royal (FR) 43/4l
TFRHHIII BHA68
FORM P-4P656
TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to threaten between the flags and didn’t offer much in maiden/novice hurdles. Finished with running left when sixth of 9 on handicap debut at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) a fortnight ago, but more needed from 10lb out of the weights.
29Feb Wet 19f HcpH soft 6/10 Beaumesnil (FR) 91/2l
11Jan Cat 19f Hdl soft 5/8 Hasthing (FR) 47l
1Jan
2023: LISSEN TO THE LADY (IRE) 9 10 11 Miss J Walton 20-1 (Sandy Forster) 15 ran
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Cream of The West (IRE), 3-1 Fevertre (IRE), 7-2 Josie Alice (IRE), 7-1 Reagrove Lord (IRE), 12-1 Walk My Way (IRE), 14-1 Atomic Angel (GB)
CREAM OF THE WEST has shown improved form switched to handicaps on his last 2 starts, getting off the mark at Ayr in December before a good second at the same course a month ago, so he is taken to resume winning ways with more still to offer. He can get the better of last-time-out winner Fevertre, with Josie Alice also considered.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CREAM OF THE WEST (IRE) 2.FEVERTRE (IRE) 3.JOSIE ALICE (IRE)
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4.10
THE TRUSTATRADER PLATE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £120000
Owners Prize Money 1st £51648, 2nd £21288, 3rd £10644, 4th £5328, 5th £2664, 6th £1332, 7th £660, 8th £336. (Penalty Value £67524) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 JAMES DU BERLAIS (FR) (39) 643-443 D BF 8 12-0
Br Ch g Muhtathir - King’s Daughter (FR)
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede
Daryl Jacob J
W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Jean-Marc Lucas The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who was highly tried on back of maiden chase debut success last term. Lines up here having made the frame in competitivebig-fieldhandicapsatLeopardstowninrecentmonthsandfanciedtogiveagoodaccountforleadingoutfit TFRHHHII BHA152
2 EMBITTERED (IRE) (26) 001P03 10 11-8
Br B g Fame And Glory - Kilbarry Classic (IRE)
Mr Robert James (7) J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Con O’Keeffe Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWAllthebetterforhisstabledebutwhenrunningoutadominantwinnerofListedhandicapchaseatNavan(20.5f)inDecember Faredbetter thanbeingpulledupsuggestsatLeopardstownlaterthatmonthbuthasunderperformedbothoutingssince.Likelytocomeupshort TFRHHIII BHA146
3 IL RIDOTO (FR) (19) 6P-3230 CD
7 11-8
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - L’Exploratrice (FR) Freddie Gingell (5) J
O Giles, Hogarth, Mason, McGoff & Ferguson Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Noel Lemaire Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEWLikeableC&DwinnerwhorananotherfineracearoundherewhenthirdbehindGaLawoverC&DinJanuary Seemedstretchedbystepupto3m whententhof12inhandicapatKempton3weeksagobuthewassixthinthisracefromsamemark12monthsago.Each-waypossibilities. TFRHHHII BHA146
4 GLENGOULY (FR) (49) 1FP5-22
8 11-8
Br B g Coastal Path - Roulmapoule (FR) Daniel Mullins J
O Roaringwater Syndicate W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Mr Patrice Vagne
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to kick on from chase debut success last season but firmly back on track switched to handicaps this term, building on his Limerick reappearancerunwhensecondof18inThyestesChaseatGowran(25f)7weeksago.Dropbackintripwon’tinconveniencehimhere. TFRHHHII BHA146
5 SAINT FELICIEN (FR) (26) 2P/-3221
7 11-8
Br Br g Saint des Saints (FR) - In Race (FR) Jack Kennedy J
O Robcour Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Fabrice Simon & Jean-Pierre Dubois Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who has quickly reached a similar level over fences this season, off the mark at the fourth attempt in a Gowran maiden (20f,heavy)26daysago.Opentofurtherimprovementnowhandicappingandleadingyard’srunnersalwayscommandrespect TFRHHHHI BHA146
6 MARS HARPER (GB) (96) 211025
8 11-5
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Kizzy May (IRE) Jordan Gainford J
O Pioneer Racing Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr Dermot Rogers Pioneer Racing, Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-backwinnerataround2m6foverfenceslastsummerandranwellfrominflatedmarkwhensecondatPunchestown(21.3f)inNovember.Stillclose upwhenblunderingandfadingintofifthbehindEmbitteredatNavaninDecemberbuthewaswellheldfromlowermarkinthisracelastyear TFRHHIII BHA143
7 SHAKEM UP’ARRY (IRE) (73) 534-P61 CD
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Nun Better (IRE)
10 11-5
Ben Jones J
O Mr Harry Redknapp Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B R. McCarthy Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWFinishedanexcellentthirdinthisrace12monthsagoandreturnedbetterthaneverthiscampaign,confirmingpositivesofhissixthinCoralGoldCupatNewbury whenwinningC&DhandicaponNewYear’sDayfromFreroBanbou,jumpingsuperbly Shouldgiveanothergoodaccountnudgedup3lb. TFRHHHII BHA143
8 RIAAN (IRE) (39) 1P-1442
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Pretty Moon (FR)
7 11-4
Danny Gilligan (3) J
O Philip J. Reynolds Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Whitebarn Farming Ltd Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulathisbestoverhurdlesandbetterformoverfences,runningjustabouthisbestracetodatedespitetakingastrongholdwhengoodsecond in25-runnerLeopardstownhandicap(21.5f)39daysago.Feasibletothinkhecandobetteragainonbackofjust4startsinthissphere. TFRHHHII BHA142
9 WATCH HOUSE CROSS (IRE) (39) 13360F
7 11-3
Br B g Libertarian - Benefit Lodge (IRE) Darragh O’Keeffe J
O The Waffler Partnership Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Joseph Power
TIMEFORMVIEWHitthegroundrunningreturnedtothisspherewhenlandingpairofsmall-fieldnoviceeventsatWexfordlastsummer.Seemedtofindstep upto3mtootaxinglaterlastyearandgotnofurtherthanthefirstatLeopardstown(21.5f)6weeksago.Otherspreferred. TFRHHHII BHA141
10
CREBILLY (IRE) (32) 261-F41
7 11-2
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Blueberry Bramble (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J
O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B J. F. Mernagh Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivenovicehurdlerwhowasshapingupmostpromisinglypriortofallingonreturn/chasedebuthereinNovember Mademistakeswhenfourthbehind Ginny’sDestinyoverC&Dnexttimebutoffthemarkin3-runnerExeternovice(19.2f)32daysago.Typetodobetteragainnowbackhandicapping. TFRHHHHI BHA140
11 LIFE IN THE PARK (IRE) (78) 3-33050
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Jeanquiri (FR)
O Mr Barry Maloney
B Minch Bloodstock & AV Bloodstock
7 11-1
M. P. O’Connor (3) J
Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEWDualhurdles/chasewinnerwhoranwelltomakeframeinstayinghandicapsduringfirsthalfofthisseason.Struggledtomakeanimpactinbig-field handicapatLeopardstown(24.4f,heavy)overChristmasandhelookssummedupbyhismarkonbalance.First-timetonguetie. TFRHHIII BHA139
12 HEREDITARY RULE (IRE) (18) 001-00P D
9 11-0
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Miss Ogan (IRE) Ben Harvey (3) J
O CF Syndicate John McConnell, Ireland T
B Olive Troy
TIMEFORMVIEWProducedacareer-besteffortwhensigningofflasttermwithsuccessatPunchestown(21.2f)inAprilbutlightlyracedandnotagreatdealof encouragementtogleanfromrecentexploits,pulledupoverhurdlesatNaaslastmonth.Goodbittoprovereturnedtochasing. TFRHHIII BHA138
13 IN EXCELSIS DEO (FR) (40) P32-32U BF
6 10-13
Br B g Saddex - Gratia Plena (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O Mr John P. McManus
Harry Fry, Corscombe T
B Mr oliver de la Garoullaye Grosvenor Sport S
TIMEFORMVIEWLosthiswayalittlelastseasonbutreturnedingoodorder,chasinghometheprogressiveMadaraover2mhereinDecember Lookedlikely winnerwhenunseatinglastatSandown(15.5f)6weeksagoandremainswithunfinishedbusinessatthissortoftrip.Interesting. TFRHHHII BHA137
14 THEATRE MAN (IRE) (47) 121-232 D
8 10-13
Br B g Ocovango - Theatre Bird (IRE) Harry Cobden J
O Burkes & Syders Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T
B Thomas Merrigan Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful,dual-winninghurdlerwhoagainshapedverywelloverfenceswhenrunner-uptoGinny’sDestinyintheTimeformNovices’HandicapoverC&D inJanuary,outpacedwhenpaceliftedbefore3outbutcominghomestrongly.Thatformisverystrongandhe’soffirminterestup3lb. TFRHHHHH BHA137
15 FIGHTER ALLEN (FR) (169) PP-3041 D
Br B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Reaction (FR) Jack Tudor J
O Prof. Caroline Tisdall David Pipe, Wellington T
B Mr Bruno Vagne W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulchaserwhoendedtimewithWillieMullinswithsuccessinsmall-fieldminoreventatSligo(21.2f)inSeptember.Changedhandsfor 21,000gnsamonthlater/hadwindsurgerybuthisjumpinghasneverbeenthemostconvincingfordemandsofaracelikethis. TFRHHIII BHA137
16
CIEL DE NEIGE (FR) (60) 0U-6000
9 10-11
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - In Caso di Neve (FR) Richie McLernon J
O Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Gregor Vischer
TIMEFORMVIEW Smart chaser at his peak for Willie Mullins (also third in the 2019 Fred Winter), but he’s failed to beat a rival in 2 outings for present stable and he’s hard to make a case for TFRHIIII BHA135
17 ARCTIC BRESIL (GB) (25) 1P4-442
7 10-11
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Arctic Actress Rachael Blackmore J
O Mr P. Davies
B Goldford Stud
Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEWWinninghurdlerwhohasruntoasimilarlevelintrioofchasestartsthiswinter keepingonforsecondinPunchestownmaiden(2m,heavy)25daysago. StepupintrippromisestosuitnowhandicappingandinterestingRachaelBlackmoretakestherideasoneof3runnersfromthisyard. TFRHHHII BHA135
18 STRAW FAN JACK (GB) (47) 444-230 C
9 10-9
Br Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Callerlilly Sean Houlihan J
O Mr Graham Wilson Sheila Lewis, Brecon T
B Whitegate Stud Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWDualwinneroverfenceslasttermwhowassecondin4-runnerAscotGrade2inNovemberbutnotgotnearthatlevelin2subsequent outings,wellheldinracewonbyGaLawoverC&DinJanuary Needstobouncebackinrefittedcheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA133
19 FRERO BANBOU (FR) (39) 3232P6
9 10-9
Br B g Apsis - Lady Banbou (FR) Charlie Deutsch J
O Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Madame Evelyne Banchereau Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winlessforover2yearsbutconsistentupon returningthiscampaign,secondbehind ShakemUp’ArryoverC&DinJanuary Chance-endingmistakewhen pulledupatLingfieldnexttimeandgivenmoreofabreakfollowingalesserdisplayatMusselburghinFebruary Midfieldinthisrace12monthsago. TFRHHHII BHA133
20 KILLER KANE (IRE) (19) 53-5330
9 10-6
Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Native Idea (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O Mr J. P. Romans Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B S. McElroy Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 9-y-o who has tasted success 3 times at up to 3m over fences and right up to best (on back of wind surgery) when third at Kempton (3m) in February Couldn’tmatchthatupinclassbackatthatvenue3weeksagoandall4careervictorieshavecomeonright-handedtracks.Cheekpiecesadded. TFRHHIII BHA130
Br B g Califet (FR) - Chic Et Zen (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B S.A.R.L. Haras Du Bois Emery Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWOpenedchaseaccountoverC&Donfinaloutingof2021/22season.Hasshapedasifretainingabilityfollowinglengthy absence in recent months but willneed to keep the errors at bay if he’s to playa meaningful role here. TFRHHIII BHA130
DECLARED RUNNERS 21 2023: SEDDON (IRE) 10 10 9 Ben Harvey 20-1 (John McConnell) 23 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 20.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9, 12, 17, 20. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 16, 18. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 15.
Stewards Note:
KILLER KANE: Following its run on 24/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Crebilly (IRE), 6-1 Theatre Man (IRE), 10-1 Saint Felicien (FR), 12-1 Shakem Up’arry (IRE), 14-1 In Excelsis Deo (FR), 16-1 James du Berlais (FR), Il Ridoto (FR), 18-1 Arctic Bresil (GB), 20-1 Glengouly (FR), 22-1 Riaan (IRE), 28-1 Watch House Cross (IRE), Frero Banbou (FR), 33-1 Mars Harper (GB), Life In The Park (IRE), 50-1 Hereditary Rule (IRE), Torn And Frayed (FR), 66-1 Embittered (IRE), Fighter Allen (FR), Straw Fan Jack (GB), Killer Kane (IRE), 100-1 Ciel De Neige (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
A useful, dual winner over hurdles, THEATRE MAN has yet to taste success over fences, but he won’t be long in bucking that trend judged on his fine second in the Timeform Novices’ Handicap (very strong form) over C&D in January, and with the prospect of more to come, he can prove a 3lb rise lenient and prevail. Recent Exeter-scorer Crebilly is another of significant interest provided his jumping holds up back in handicaps, with Saint Felicien and In Excelsis Deo other improvers to note.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THEATRE MAN (IRE) 2.CREBILLY (IRE) 3.SAINT FELICIEN (FR)
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RACE 6 4.30 Two miles about four furlongs (2m 4f 15yds)
THE BETTING.BET FREE BETS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9550
Owners Prize Money 1st £3857 2nd £1928 3rd £965 4th £482, 5th £241. (Penalty Value £5043.35)
Leading course trainer (19-24): M Hammond (18 wins from 206 runners, 9%) runs ONENIGHTINTOWN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs ONENIGHTINTOWN
Longest Traveller: TRESHNISH trained by M Sowersby, Malton, 96 miles.
J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Snow Train 7 12-0
J Danny McMenamin E Cheek Pieces
T Henry Hogarth, Stillington
O Hogarth Racing
B Mickley Stud
S Fitzdares
B g Lucarno (USA) - Elusive Swallow 9 11-11
J Craig Nichol
T Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
O Mrs Lucinda Atkinson
B Michael Broad
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Posh Stick
11 11-8
J Conor O’Farrell E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T James Walton, Morpeth
O Messrs F. T. Walton
B Messrs F. T. Walton
4 TRESHNISH(FR)(16)
Ch g Gold Away (IRE) - Didn’t I Tell You (IRE)11 11-4
J Aaron Anderson (5) E Cheek Pieces
T Mike Sowersby, Malton
O Mr M. E. Sowersby
B Mme Clody Norton
S Mike Sowersby Racing
5 ROLLERRULER(GB)(28)
B g Native Ruler - Roll Over Rose (IRE) 10 11-3
J Sam Coltherd
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Coltherd Racing & R.Powell
B Mr R. W. Powell
6 ONENIGHTINTOWN(IRE)(23)
B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Snug Bunch (IRE) 10 10-13
J Alice Stevens (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O The Rat Pack Racing Club
B J. Conlon
S Micky Hammond Racing
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
FORM P3P561
TIMEFORM VIEW Every inch a chaser on looks but caused a surprise to get off the mark in this sphere from a tumbling mark at Sedgefield 3 weeks ago, seeing things out much better returned to a shorter trip/positive tactics.
Remains to be seen if able to back that up but he’s unexposed.
23Feb Seg 21f HcpC soft 1/8 Big Bee Hive (IRE) 12l
24Jan Cat 25f HcpC soft 6/9 Event of Sivola (FR) 47l
1Jan Cat 25f HcpC heavy 5/6 Skyhill (IRE) 23l
TFRHHHHH BHA92 (+2)
FORM 3-130P2 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a cracking start over fences, value for extra when winning Hexham handicap in May Went the wrong way after but back on track when second at Catterick last week. Drop back in trip will suit so big shout off same mark.
6Mar Cat 25f HcpC soft 2/7 Haston Clermont (FR) 23/4l
Dec23 Cat 25f HcpC soft P/11 Crixus’s Escape (IRE)Dec23 Cat 15f HcpC gd-sf 8/9 Fanfan du Seuil (FR) 30l
FORM 534342 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Not seen to best effect at Sedgefield before only just denied at Carlisle off this mark (10lb out of the weights). All 6 career wins have been gained at Hexham so needs considering back at this venue.
19Feb Car 19f HcpC heavy 2/7 Hello Judge hd
7Feb Seg 19f HcpC soft 4/9 Big Bee Hive (IRE) 91/2l Dec23 Hex 15f HcpC heavy 3/6 Heeztheboy (IRE) 91/2l
TFRHHIII BHA85
FORM 560-44P C
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed signs of a revival for new connections after 9 months off (formerly with Sue Smith) when fourth of 6 in handicap chase here (15.6f, heavy) on return but no show next 2 starts and headgear back on.
27Feb Cat 15f HcpC soft P/8 Chase A Fortune -
26Jan Seg 17f HcpC soft 4/5 Escapeandevade (IRE) 74l Dec23 Hex 15f HcpC heavy 4/6 Heeztheboy (IRE) 11l
TFRHHIII BHA84
FORM P/160P/-0 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning start for this yard here (15.6f) in November 2021 but little impact in 4 subsequent starts, breaking a blood vessel after 2 years off at Newcastle 4 weeks ago.
15Feb Nwc 16f HcpC heavy 9/10 Take Centre Stage (IRE) 27l
Feb22 Nwc 16f HcpC good P/7 Six One Nine (IRE)Jan22 Nwc 16f HcpC gd-sf 7/8 Cenotice 103/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA80
FORM 650312
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase scorer in 2022 and, having edged just below his last winning mark, he got his head back in front when seeing off 5 rivals at Catterick (19.2f soft) last month. Only just failed at Market Rasen since so he’s a player
20Feb Mkt 19f HcpC soft 2/6 Brickadank (IRE) hd
2Feb Cat 19f HcpC soft 1/6 Kings Justice 1/2l
Dec23 Cat 19f HcpC soft 3/7 Trac (FR) 53/4l
2023: EX S’ELANCE (FR) 9 10 5 Thomas Dowson 11-2 (Victor Thompson) 11 ran
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Largy Train (GB), 7-2 Ribeye (GB), 4-1 Cudgel (GB), 5-1 Onenightintown (IRE), 22-1 Rollerruler (GB), 33-1 Treshnish (FR)
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THE RYANAIR MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as THE DAWN RUN MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £105000 Owners Prize Money 1st £45192, 2nd £18627, 3rd £9314, 4th £4662, 5th £2331, 6th £1166, 7th £578, 8th £294. (Penalty Value £59083.50)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 BIRDIE OR BUST (IRE) (88) 22-1351
6 11-7
Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bint Valkyrie (IRE) Rachael Blackmore J
O Mr John P. McManus Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful hurdler who produced her best effort yet when running out a cosy winner of a Listed contest at Thurles 88 days ago. Seemingly saved for this but she has something to find. TFRHHHII BHA130
2 BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (FR) (32) 11-111 D
5 11-7
Br B m Kapgarde (FR) - Matnie (FR) Jack Kennedy J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWUnbeatenin2bumpers,includingavaluablesalesraceatFairyhouse’sEasterFestivalandalso3from3overhurdles,takingabigstepforwardtolandaGrade3 atDownRoyalinNovemberbeforefollowingupinbloodlessfashionatNavan.Opentofurtherimprovementandboastsexcellentclaims. TFRHHHHH BHA143
3 JADE DE GRUGY (FR) (47) 1-11
5 11-7
Br B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Diane de Grugy (FR) P. Townend J
O Mr K. Alexander W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie
TIMEFORMVIEW Won her sole outing in bumpers in France and has been most impressive in winning both her starts over hurdles for new yard, includingtheGrade3SolerinaatFairyhouse(18f,heavy)lasttime.Excitingprospectwhowarrantstheutmostrespect TFRHHHHI BHA141
4 CASA NO MENTO (GB) (75) 120-112 D
6 11-2
Br B m Casamento (IRE) - Red Hibiscus Sam Twiston-Davies J
O TS Equine Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Miss S. J. Turner TMT Construction Ltd, Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairy useful bumper winner who created a good impression in winning her first 2 starts over hurdles (both at 2m, good). LostlittleindefeatinaTauntonListedeventonmostrecentoutingbuthasmuchmoreonherplateinthisgrade. TFRHHIII BHA123
5 DYSART ENOS (IRE) (46) 111-111 CD
6 11-2
Br B m Malinas (GER) - Graces Benefit (IRE) Paddy Brennan J
O The Good Stock Syndicate Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Ms Grainne Dunne Bresbet S TIMEFORMVIEWWonall3bumperoutings,includingaGrade2indecisivefashionatAintreeinApril.Alsounbeateninatrioofnovicehurdles,scoringin anexcellenttimeoverC&DinDecemberbeforecompletingasimpletaskatDoncaster Majorplayerwithbetterstilltocome. TFRHHHHI BHA131
6 GOLDEN ACE (GB) (37) 152-11
Br B m Golden Horn - Deuce Again Lorcan Williams J
O Mr I. F. Gosden Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Meon Valley Stud Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulinbumpers(runner-uptoDysartEnosfinalouting)and,onthebackofabreathingop,createdafavourableimpressioninseeingoffacouple ofabove-averagewinnersonherTauntonhurdledebut(19f).Notextendedtodefyapenaltybackthereandwellworthherplaceatthislevel. TFRHHHHI BHA124
7 LITTLE MISS DANTE (GB) (28) 21-113P
6 11-2
Br B m Kayf Tara - Whoops A Daisy J
O Mrs Barbara Hester Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston Motaclan S
first effect
TIMEFORMVIEWSouthwellbumperwinnerwholookedgoodwhenwinningherfirst2outingsoverhurdles(2m).Notseentobesteffectwhenthirdina19fHaydocklisted noviceinDecemberbutranpoorlyatSandown8weekslaterandisfirmlyupagainstitatthislevel.Tonguetiegoeson.NONRUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA122
8 MAJESTIC FORCE (IRE) (22) 11
Br B m Workforce - Colleen Dubh (IRE)
6 11-2
Darragh O’Keeffe J
O Mr Duncan Angove Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler
TIMEFORM VIEW £120,000 buy after running out a wide-margin winner on point debut and looked a useful prospect in following up in a 2 1/2m Punchestown maiden 22 days ago. Sure to progress. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 MOLLYS MANGO (GB) (73) 136-1P1 D
Br B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - More Like That (IRE)
6 11-2
Paul O’Brien J
O Barratt Racing Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Mr & Mrs D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey Olbg S
TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwhomadeasuccessfulstarttoherhurdlecareerin2mmaidenatThurlesinNovemberandquicklybackontrackwhenmakingthemost ofasimpletaskinstylishfashionatFairyhouse(17.2f)inJanuary SubsequentlyleftGordonElliottfor€170,000.Newtrainerreachesforatonguetie. TFRHHHII BHA-
10
Br Gr m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Night Thunder (FR)
Brian Hughes J
O Zen Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Yorton Farm Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWFailedtowinin4outingsontheFlatbutthrivedoverhurdleslastsummer,completinga4-timeratStratford(2m)inJuly Shaped betterthanthedistancebeatensuggestsunderachangeoftacticsatMusselburghlastmonthbutthisisabigask. TFRHHIII BHA127
Br B m Milan - Aughrim Vic (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Mr Bill Hawkins
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T
B William J. Noonan Planned Office Interiors Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWGamewinnerfirsttimeupoverhurdlesatLudlow(21.2f)beforeshowingbetterformindefeatatWarwick(19f,heavy).Resumedwinning waysinamuddlingaffairatSandown(2m)4weeksagobutthisisawholedifferentballgameandwillsurelycomeupshort TFRHIIII BHA119
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: YOU WEAR IT WELL 6 11 7 Gavin Sheehan 16-1 (Jamie Snowden) 21 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Brighterdaysahead (FR), 11-4 Jade de Grugy (FR), 11-2 Dysart Enos (IRE), 12-1 Golden Ace (GB), 16-1 Birdie Or Bust (IRE), 33-1 Majestic Force (IRE), Mollys Mango (GB), 66-1 Casa No Mento (GB), 100-1 Titanium Moon (GB), 300-1 Victoria Milano (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD has looked a class act on each visit to the racecourse, again barely asked a question when easing to success in a listed event at Navan a month ago, so she’s marginally preferred to Jade de Grugy, another bright prospect representing a top Irish yard. Dysart Enos was highly impressive at Doncaster last time and looks the clear pick of the British contingent
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (FR) 2.JADE DE GRUGY (FR) 3.DYSART ENOS (IRE)
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Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Richards (21 wins from 74 runners, 28%) runs AM STILL HERE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S Corbett (5 wins from 10 runners, 50%) runs THIS IS BOB
Longest Traveller: TIP TOP TONTO trained by Dr R Newland & J Ins, Droitwich, 233 miles.
Ch g Ask - Rose Brook (IRE)
J William Maggs (7)
T Andrew Crook, Leyburn
O The 119 Partnership
B Norman Kearney
Gr g Jet Away - Carryonblue (IRE)
7 11-12
FORM 000-0FP
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap hurdle (7/2) at Downpatrick (17.8f, soft). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving John McConnell.
Sep23 Dpk 17f HcpH soft P Morricone (IRE)Aug23 Cml 17f HcpH soft F/10 Cuzco du Mathan (FR)Aug23 Kil 16f Hdl gd-yd 7 Aime Desjy (FR) 33l
FORM P-234P4
6 11-7
J Stephen Mulqueen E Blinkers, Tongue Strap
T Brian Ellison, Malton
O Mr J McAvoy, Mr C Lowther & Partners
B Ms Cecily Purcell
S Brian Ellison Racing Limited
B g Milan - Sarahs Quay (IRE)
8 11-6
J Cillin Leonard (3) E Visor
T Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
O Dr R. D. P. Newland
B Mr Colm McHenry
S Coulthursts Ltd
Ch g Balko (FR) - Ruthenoise (FR) 7 11-5
J Aaron Anderson (5) E Hood, Tongue Strap
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
O Chris Roe and Andrew March
B Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede
S Bluegrass Horse Feeds
B g Kingston Hill - Elle Est Milan (IRE) 5 11-0
J Sean Quinlan
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O Tarzan Bloodstock
B Mr S. Gorman
S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
6 BUSHMILLBOY(GB)(36)
B g Malinas (GER) - Miss Holly 10 10-12
J Edward Austin (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T David Thompson, Darlington
O The Fleet Street Partnership
B Longdon Stud Ltd
7 STAROFMARKINCH(IRE)(197)
B m Watar (IRE) - Gibboghstown (IRE) 8 10-11
J Bruce Lynn (3)
T Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
O Mr Richard Chapman
B Dermot Day
S David Merry Farrier
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the frame on three of his last four starts and handicapper has dropped him a further 2lb since his last effort, so he’s worthy of interest after a 79-day break.
Dec23 Seg 19f HcpH gd-sf 4/8 Halpha Soleil (FR) 13l
Dec23 Don 19f HcpH gd-sf P/12 Wholeofthemoon (IRE)Oct23 Seg 19f HcpH good 4/12 Zwicky 71/2l
FORM 0PP625
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer at best who got back on track in a first-time visor when second of 9 in novice selling hurdle at Southwell on penultimate outing but couldn’t match that form returns to handicap company at Market Rasen last time.
6Feb Mkt 20f HcpH gd-sf 5/12 The Midwife (IRE) 15l
17Jan Swl 15f Hdl gd-sf 2/9 Iddergem (FR) 13/4l
Dec23 Lud 15f Hdl soft 6/8 Uncle Arthur 25l
FORM 5-40063
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who stepped up on previous hurdling efforts when third in a handicap at Newcastle 19 days ago. Can capitalise on a lenient mark if he’s able to settle.
24Feb Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 3/9 Chumlee (IRE) s.h
7Feb Seg 16f Hdl soft 6/10 Schmilsson 25l 6Jan Nwc 20f Hdl soft 10/10 Handstands (IRE) 89l
FORM 5005
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 3 qualifying runs in the autumn and didn’t improve a great deal for switch to handicaps at Ayr 85 days ago. Has had more of a break now, so worth monitoring in the betting.
Dec23 Ayr 18f HcpH soft 5/8 Beat The Retreat (IRE) 36l
Nov23 Cat 19f Hdl gd-sf 8/15 Bugise Seagull (IRE) 41l
Nov23 Ayr 16f Hdl gd-sf 8/10 Little Miss Dante 30l
TFRHHIII BHA79
FORM 433460
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who ran modestly at Sedgefield last time.
7Feb Seg 19f HcpH soft 9/13 Velasco (IRE) 29l
30Jan Nwc 22f HcpH heavy 6/11 Lincoln Burrows (IRE)
TFRHIIII BHA78
FORM 0033F/P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame last 2 of 3 starts in points but has yet to make an impact under Rules, including on the Flat. Faces a tough task here after 6 months off
Aug23
Aug23
B m Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Danetime Lily (IRE) 6 10-11
J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Tongue Strap
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O Maybe The Last Time
B Fortmill Farm
S Micky Hammond Racing
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Annie Grit (IRE) 6 10-10
J Nathan Moscrop
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Susan Corbett Racing
B A. & M. Mellerick
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
B m Telescope (IRE) - Douryna 7 10-8
J Henry Brooke E Cheek Pieces
T Danny Brooke, Middleham
O The Dalby Family & Partners
B R. W. Russell
S Robertshaw’s Farm Shop
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - My Sweet Georgia (IRE)
4 10-5
J Ross Chapman E Cheek Pieces
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Coltherd Racing Club
B Edgeridge Ltd
S Bell Rural Solutions
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
FORM 5r-50
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden handicapper on Flat and has yet to deliver over hurdles.
7Mar Car 19f HcpH soft 10/12 Seasett 67l
18Jan Swl 12f Stk stand 10/11 Destinado 17l
Dec23 Cat 15f Hdl soft 5/10 Lavida Adiva (IRE) 78l
FORM 0P-5502
TIMEFORM VIEW Very good second of 9 in handicap hurdle (7/1) at Newcastle (16.9f, soft) 19 days ago. Lightly raced and pedigree suggests he could do better still.
24Feb Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 2/9 Chumlee (IRE) 3/4l
30Jan Nwc 22f HcpH heavy 8/11 Lincoln Burrows (IRE) 59l Jul23 Per 20f Hdl good 5/5 I Love My Baie (FR) 46l
FORM 23F33U
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest but fairly consistent hurdler who showed some encouragement on her first go over fences when third at Catterick on penultimate start. Unseated back in this sphere at Newcastle last time but can’t be dismissed.
24Feb Nwc 16f HcpH heavy U/9 Chumlee (IRE)2Feb Cat 15f HcpC soft 3/7 Treaty Boy (IRE) 61/4l 12Jan Seg 16f HcpH soft 3/7 Sunday Soldier (IRE) 93/4l
FORM 6P56
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat who has been unable to fire over hurdles to date.
Dec23 Cat 15f Hdl gd-sf 6/9 Teorie (IRE) 46l
Nov23 Cat 15f Hdl gd-sf 5/7 Latin Verse 57l
Nov23 Mus 15f Hdl gd-sf P/9 Union Flag (IRE) -
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Stewards Note: TIP TOP TONTO: Following its run on 6/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Raffles Wonder (FR), 5-1 Brian’s Jet (IRE), This Is Bob (IRE), 13-2 Melvich Bay (GB), 12-1 Am Still Here (IRE), 16-1 Ask Bob (IRE), Bushmill Boy (GB), 18-1 Tip Top Tonto (IRE), 33-1 Red Shield (IRE), 50-1 Milltown Lily (IRE), 100-1 Star of Markinch (IRE) PLAY
RAFFLES WONDER has had issues with his refusal to settle over hurdles but he showed more when third at Newcastle last time and he’s potentially thrown in based on his bumper exploits, so he’s preferred to This Is Bob, who also took a step forward last time. Brian’s Jet is more exposed but should give his running.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RAFFLES WONDER (FR) 2.THIS IS BOB (IRE) 3.BRIAN’S JET (IRE)
Would like to thank all Owners & Trainers for entering their horses at Hexham today.
5.30 3m 2f
THE FULKE WALWYN KIM MUIR CHALLENGE CUP AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (Sponsored by the JRL Group) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000
Owners Prize Money 1st £31868, 2nd £15930, 3rd £7965, 4th £3983, 5th £1995, 6th £998. (Penalty Value £36667.50) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 INOTHEWAYURTHINKIN (IRE) (39) 34-2230 6 12-0
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sway (FR)
Mr Derek O’Connor J
O Mr John P. McManus Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T
B Mrs Noreen McManus
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdlerandbetterformoverfencesthisseason.ExcellentthirdtoGaelicWarriorinFaugheenNovices’ChaseatLimerickbeforenotknockedaboutafter afirst-fenceblunderwhenninthof25in2m5fLeopardstownhandicaplastmonth.VerymuchonetobeinterestedinwithO’Connorbooked. TFRHHHHH BHA145
2 ANNUAL INVICTUS (IRE) (47) P106-41 C
Br B g Mahler - Shantou Rose (IRE)
9 11-13
Miss Gina Andrews J
O Mr Thomas Michael Smith Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Mrs Deborah Hobson Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Very capable chaser/hurdler on his day who looked as good as ever when landing a good pot in SBK Great Yorkshire atDoncaster(3m)inJanuary.ThiscoursewinnerneedsconsideringifonhisA-gameagain(eighthinthisayearago). TFRHHIII BHA144
3 FAKIR D’ALENE (FR) (49) 4B/-23FP
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Serbanne (FR)
9 11-12
Mr Robert James (3) J
O Bective Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr Louis Couteaudier Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual-chase winner in 2021/22 (up to 21.7f) who resumed from 19-month absence with an excellent third in Troytown Chase at Navan(3m)inNovember PulledupinThyestesatGowran(25f,heavy)lasttimethoughsoneedstogetbackontrack. TFRHHIII BHA143
4 ANGELS DAWN (IRE) (49) U16-203 CD
Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Angels Guard Thee (IRE)
O Mr Alfred Sweetnam
B Mr A. R. Sweetnam
9 11-11
Mr P. A. King J
S. Curling, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Big career best when taking this event 12 months ago and she got back on the up returned to fences when third of 18 in handicapchaseatGowran(25f,heavy)49daysago,faringbestofthoseheldup.Verymuchonetoconsideragain. TFRHHHHI BHA142
5 AMIRITE (IRE) (78) 3U3P-45
Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Belle Again (IRE)
8 11-11
Mr N. McParlan J
O Patrick Hale Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Victor Connolly
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 8-y-o who arrives in very good order, tongue strap on for first time when fifth of 27 in handicap chase at Leopardstown(3m,heavy)overChristmas.Intophandsandthefeelingisthathehasabiggerperformanceinhim. TFRHHHHI BHA142
6 CLOUDY GLEN (IRE) (73) 3PU-253 D
Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Ribble (IRE)
O Hemmings Racing
11 11-11
Miss Lucy Turner J
Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Gleadhill House Stud Ltd Trust Inns Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWHardtopredictbuttalentedonhisdayandfarfromdisgracedwhenfifthinCoralGoldCupatNewbury in December and then third in 25f handicap here las time. Could be vulnerable to younger legs. TFRHHIII BHA142
7 WHISTLEINTHEDARK (IRE) (47) 111-040
Br B g Fame And Glory - Last of Many (IRE)
O Racing On Together Club
B Mrs Kathleen McKeever
9 11-10
Mr Joe Wright (3) J
L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T
TIMEFORMVIEWEndedlastseasonunbeatenoverfences,easilywinning21/2mPerthhandicaponfinalstartofthatcampaign.Fourth-placefinish atDoncasterinDecemberflankedbylessereffortsandhe’snotreallycryingoutforthistrip.Cheekpiecesquicklyshelved. TFRHIIII BHA141
8 CEPAGE (FR) (32) 0/0-41PP C
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Sience Fiction (FR)
O The Bellamy Partnership
12 11-9
Mr Zac Baker J
Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Mr Herve d’Armaille Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulchasernowadays.Lightlyracedinrecentseasonsandbacktoformfittedwithcheekpieceswhenwinning20.5fveterans’ eventhereinDecember Pulledupbothstartssincehoweverandhasneverreallyshapedasthoughinneedofthisfar TFRHHIII BHA140
9 CELEBRE D’ALLEN (FR) (32) 400-145
Br Ch g Network (GER) - Revoltee (FR)
12 11-7
Mr Callum Pritchard (7) J
O Mr Allan Stennett Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Bruno Vagne Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWCruisedclearina25fAintreeveterans’eventinOctoberandhasshapedbetterthandistancebeatensuggestsunderverytesting conditionsbothrunssince,fifthin3mExeterhandicaplasttime.Hugeeffortrequiredtolandthisatthisstageofhiscareer TFRHHIII BHA138
10 RAPPER (GB) (26) 5P-P4P2 CD
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Bling Noir (FR)
10 11-7
Mr A J O’Neill (3) J
O The Home Farm Partnership Henry Daly, Ludlow T
B Mr George Stanners Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap chase winner in first-time headgear at this venue in January 2023. Got back on track when second of 9 in handicapchaseatAscot(3m,goodtosoft)26daysagobutgivenhisoverallprofile,backingthatupisnoformality TFRHHHII BHA138
11 CITY CHIEF (IRE) (61) 113-456 D
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Galant Ferns (IRE)
7 11-7
Mr James King J
O Mrs J Donnelly Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Mr L. Kenny Unibet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a very good start over fences last term, landing a Grade 2 Wetherby novice. Hasn’t kicked on this term though, coming in a below-parsixthinClassicChaseatWarwicklasttime.Needstostepforwardthoughcheekpiecesmaysharpenhimupatouch. TFRHHHII BHA138
12 CHAVEZ (IRE) (39) 1/U1-55F
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Rock The Baby (IRE)
8 11-7
Mr P. W. Mullins J
O Mr Malcolm C. Denmark W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Declan Phelan Leaflet Company Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Possesses more that share of talent but fleeting appearances for both Paul Nicholls and Willie Mullins suggest he’s hard to keep sound.OntheretreatwhenfallingatLeopardstownlastmonthandthistestofstaminaissurelygoingtobebeyondhim. TFRHHIII BHA138
13 A WAVE OF THE SEA (IRE) (39) 404PU0
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Je T’Adore (IRE)
8 11-6
Mr D. G. Lavery J
O Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B John Yarr
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhandicapchaserforJosephPatrickO’Brien,inframeinGalwayPlateandMunsterNationalthisseason.Comedownthe weightsafterseriouslylow-keystartforBenHaslambutheadgearisbackonforthissoarevivalisn’toutofthequestion. TFRHHIII BHA137
14 COOL SURVIVOR (IRE) (39) 0F-2444 7 11-6
Br B g Westerner - Pale Face (IRE)
Mr Harry Swan J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr J. Finlay Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEW Usefulwinnerat24foverhurdles.WentcloseinLimerickmaidenchaseonreturnandwhilehewasbackontrackswitchedto ahandicapatLeopardstownlastmonth,he’dhavefinishedworsethanfourthhadothersstoodup.Goesupintrip. TFRHHHII BHA137
15 WHERE IT ALL BEGAN (IRE) (25) 3P-5321 8 11-4
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Peggy Cullen (IRE)
Mr Barry O’Neill J
O Patrick & Scott Bryceland,McNeill Family Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Killian Traynor
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedmuchimprovedformtoopenhisaccountasachaserin15-runnerhandicapatPunchestown(27f,heavy) 25 days ago. New mark perfectly fair and he’s totally unexposed as a staying handicapper Shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA135
16
BOWTOGREATNESS (IRE) (19) P02-P53 BF 8 11-2
Br Br g Westerner - Miss Baden (IRE)
O Harry Redknapp & Sophie Pauling
Mr Jack Andrews J
Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Mr J. McDonald Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWDualhurdlewinnerin2021/22.Yettoscoreoverfencesbutrecordedhisbesteffortoftheseasonwhenthirdof12toForwardPlan inhandicapchaseatKempton(24f,soft)19daysago.Yardamongthewinnersbuthedoesflattertodeceiveatouch. TFRHHHII BHA133
17 FLASH DE TOUZAINE (FR) (78) F053-UP 9 11-1
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Narcisse de Touzaine (FR)
O J Carthy/E Nolan/K. P. Ryan/Mrs A Doyle
B S.C.E.A. Jandard
Mr J. C. Barry J
Miss Liz Doyle, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Unlike some of these, stamina is his forte but he was held when unseating rider on November’s reappearance and also failed to complete at Leopardstown a month later. Lots to prove. TFRHIIII BHA132
18 DEMNAT (FR) (13) 1/R32/-13
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sandside (FR)
O Mr P. Davies
7 11-1
Miss Aine O’Connor J
Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Mr Guy Vimont Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWReachedafairlyusefulleveloverfencesinFranceandmadelightofa32-monthabsenceonhisyarddebutwheneasilylanding20fhandicapchaseatLudlow. Notdisgraced(lostgroundwithfinal-fencemistake)whenthirdatNewburysinceandcouldstilldobetter,forallthistripisanunknown. TFRHHHII BHA132 (-2)
19 GIT MAKER (FR) (82) 2211-16
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Bamos (FR)
O Sheep As A Lamb Syndicate
8 11-1
Mr William Biddick J
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Mr Patrice Vagne Betvictor, Vinny & Ted S
TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhoresumedwithathirdchasingsuccess(6winsunderRulesintotal)in3mLingfieldhandicapinNovember Notdisgracedoffacareer-highmarkwhensixthatAscot(3m)sinceanddeterioratinggroundnobothertohim. TFRHHHII BHA132
20 GROZNI (FR) (40) 331226
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Urane de Ferbet (FR)
Mr Alex Chadwick (3) J
O EFEX Racing Club James Owen, Newmarket T
B Mr Ivan Dumont
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-timehurdleswinnerforCharlesByrneslastseasonwhenalsooffthemarkoverfencesatDownpatrick. Runner-up first two outings for current stable but only sixth in 3m Sandown handicap last time. TFRHHIII BHA131
21 WHACKER CLAN (IRE) (18) F-03110 C
Br B g Westerner - Kolaliya (FR)
O Whacker’s Clan Syndicate
B Mr Robert Norton
Mr J. L. Gleeson J
Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEW On the up when last seen chasing, landing 3m1f handicap here in October Off 4 months before coming in seventh over an inadequate2minNaashandicaphurdlelasttime.Meritsseriousconsiderationbackundermoresuitableconditions. TFRHHHII BHA131
22 BACK ON THE LASH (GB) (118) 31PP-P0 C
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Giovanna
Mr Sean O’Connor (7) J
O Maughan, Redknapp, Ryan, Salters Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual Cross-Country winner at this track but a bid for a third title defence failed to spark him back to life in November Huge leap of faith required but yard had a welcome winner recently TFRHHIII BHA130
23 DAILY PRESENT (IRE) (51) 1/P-4001
Br B g Mahler - Another Present (IRE)
7 10-10
Mr Jack Hendrick (5) J
O DKCR Partnership Paul Nolan, Ireland T
B Thistletown Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulwinnerat22foverhurdles.Tonguetiedandleftpreviouschasingeffortswellbehindswitchedtoahandicapwhen scoring at Down Royal (3m) in January Lacks experience for a race like this but he’s going the right way TFRHHHII BHA127
24 DOM OF MARY (FR) (40) 1-54613
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR)
8 10-10
Mr Finian Maguire J
O Mr P. J. Cave David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T
B Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux
TIMEFORMVIEWShapedwellacoupleoftimesbeforeputtingupacareer-bestefforttoscoreintheSussexNationalatPlumptoninJanuary(28.5f), goingclearimpressively.MatchedthatformfromrevisedmarkatSandownandthisthoroughtestofstaminawillsuit. TFRHHIII BHA127
DECLARED RUNNERS 24
2023: ANGELS DAWN (IRE) 8 11 0 Mr P A King 10-1 (S Curling) 23 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 13. Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 17, 23. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 9, 15, 17, 20, 21, 24.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Inothewayurthinkin (IRE), 9-1 Cool Survivor (IRE), 10-1 Angels Dawn (IRE), 12-1 Where It All Began (IRE), 14-1 Amirite (IRE), Whacker Clan (IRE), 16-1 Bowtogreatness (IRE), 18-1 Daily Present (IRE), 25-1 Rapper (GB), 33-1 Annual Invictus (IRE), Fakir d’Alene (FR), City Chief (IRE), Demnat (FR), Git Maker (FR), 40-1 Cloudy Glen (IRE), Chavez (IRE), A Wave of The Sea (IRE), Dom of Mary (FR), 50-1 Back On The Lash (GB), 66-1 Grozni (FR), 100-1 Cepage (FR), Celebre d’Allen (FR), 150-1 Flash de Touzaine (FR), 200-1 Whistleinthedark (IRE)
INOTHEWAYURTHINKIN hasn’t been missed in the market and with good reason on the back of an eye-catching first foray into handicaps at Leopardstown last month. He lacks experience for a race like this but his third-placed finish in Grade 1 company in Ireland suggests he can outclass these. Angels Dawn was a smooth winner of this a year ago and a bold repeat bid is on the cards, even from 11lb higher Irish raiders look set to dominate, with Where It All Began completing the shortlist
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INOTHEWAYURTHINKIN (IRE) 2.ANGELS DAWN (IRE) 3.WHERE IT ALL BEGAN (IRE)
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First Race 1.10 - THE BETTING.BET BETTING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 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. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 27th April, 2024. 14 entries at £40. - Closed March 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227 (Penalty Value £4752.90)
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.50 - THE PAXTON’S ARE CASE IH’S NO.1 DEALER 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 Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, 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. 13 entries at £40 - Closed March 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243 (Penalty Value £5096.16) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.30 - THE BK RACING HEXHAM MARATHON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7419 to the winning horse The second to receive £3414, the third £1707, the fourth £854 and the fifth £425 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £50 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 12th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BK Racing will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £30 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 13 entries, 3 at £50 and 10 at £50Closed March 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £5675; Second £2837; Third £1419; Fourth £710; Fifth £354 (Penalty Value £7419.80) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.10 - THE BETTING.BET FREE BETS MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258 the third £1128 and the fourth £565 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30.00 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £40 - Closed March 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.50 - THE BETTING.BET FREE CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL TIPS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 5th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier 14 entries at £35 - Closed March 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.30 - THE BETTING.BET FREE BETS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5043 to the winning horse The second to receive £2320 the third £1160 the fourth £580 and the fifth £289 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 7th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifier 13 entries at £35 - Closed March 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3857; Second £1928; Third £965; Fourth £482; Fifth £241. (Penalty Value £5043.35)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.00 - THE BETTING.BET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093 the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95 Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Hexham Racecourse will present a memento to the winning Owner and award a £30.00 cash prize to the Stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 19 entries at £35Closed March 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227 (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
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