Hexham Racecard - Tuesday 21st May

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CLERK OF THE SCALES

Karl Curran

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MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Viv Tut

Dr David Thomas

Dr Anke Selbmann

COMMENTATOR

Ian Bartlett

BETTING RING MANAGER

Darren Irving

RACEDAY PRESENTER

Gordon Brown

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Cheryl Litster-Smith

SAFETY OFFICER

Michael Smith

RACECOURSE MANAGER

Robert Whitelock

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Fiona Needham

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Mark Cameron

ROBERT C. WHITELOCK Racecourse Manager MARK CAMERON Head Groundsman

CHERYL SMITH

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WELCOME E TO HEXHAM

THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OWNERS, TRAINERS, RACEGOERS THIS EVENING.

This evening’s meeting is a Celebration of Northumberland and as Hexham is the only racecourse in the Northumberland we are delighted to support and promote this wonderful county

Thanks go to our sponsors this evening, the family of Jayne Cragg who are enjoying our Henderson package whilst celebrating Jaynes birthday, together with the Siddall family who have again sponsored a race in memory of their mother whose last runner ran on 18th May 2021.

We are grateful to Northumberland County Show for their continued support of this fixture and we would remind everyone the show is once again being held on Saturday 25th at The Bywell Showground. We also have The Stoneacre Group who are Main Dealers for Mazda, Suzuki and Toyota in Newcastle and the North East Langley Castle Hotel, regular sponsors at the racecourse, have also kindly stepped in to support the evening. Please monitor our social media in the future to enter competitions we are running in conjunction with the hotel to enjoy various events at the venue.

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OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM

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

PUBLIC BARS (Paddock Enclosure)

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

PRIVATE BOXES

ENDERBY, PATTERSON AND GILL BOXES

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

HENDERSON SUITE

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

THE CHASE BAR

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

THE CURLEW ROOM

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

FACILITIES AT HEXHAM

BRAMBLE TUDOR BAR

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

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

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

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

READING YOUR RACECARD

AN EXPLANATION OF HOW TO MAKE YOUR SELECTIONS TODAY

8 PRINCEDUNDEE(IRE)(20)

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

J Blair Campbell (5) E Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O JW McNeill & County Set Three

B James Wickham

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

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 lbs)

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

13 Horse’s owner

14. Horse’s breeder

15 Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

EACH HORSE HAS BEEN GIVEN A STAR RATING, DEFINITION BELOW:

Selected to win the race Good chance of being placed By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

More information on the form

- = New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

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

F = horse fell

U = rider unseated

R = horse refused to race

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

B = horse was brought down

S = horse slipped

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

D = disqualified

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

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

BET TING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

DIFFERENT WAYS TO BET - WIN OR EACH-WAY

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

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

• 3 or 4 runners – Win bets only Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position they may offer place terms at 1/5 odds a place 1-2.

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

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

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

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

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

PLACING YOUR BET

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

BRAMBLE TUDOR BAR & CAFÉ

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.

ALCOHOL/GL ASS

Would racegoers please note that bringing your own alcohol to The Racecourse is strictly prohibited.

Glasses and glass bottles are not to be taken outside the bars. Alcohol is permitted outside only in plastic glasses or bottles.

Free Live Racing

Hugh Taylor Tips

Racecards & Form

Market Movers

HAPPY 60TH BIRTHDAY JAYNE CRAGG

THE JAYNE CRAGG 60TH BIRTHDAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I)

Leading course trainer (19-24): W Coltherd (18 wins from 119 runners, 15%) runs DEQUALL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Alexander (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) runs BETTER BE DEFINITE

Fancy That: M Hammond won this race in 2019 and 2023 The stable runs BUTO today

Longest Traveller: BETTER BE DEFINITE trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.

1 DIDNTASK(IRE)(10)

B g Ask - Rosie O’Shea (IRE) 7 12-0

J Conor Rabbitt E Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Mrs Christine Rabbitt

B Joseph Campbell

S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

2 KISSMYFACE(GB)(10)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Bridle Belle 7 11-9

J Patrick Wadge E Visor

T Brian Ellison, Malton

O Dan Gilbert, Andrew Bruce & Partner

B Mrs H. Steel

S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

3 BETTERBEDEFINITE(GB)(17)

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Definitely Better (IRE) 6 11-5

J Bruce Lynn (3)

T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

O P and F Racing

B Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher

S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

4 REAGROVELORD(IRE)(68)

Br g Malinas (GER) - Ballerina Queen (IRE) 6 11-3

J Edward Austin E Tongue Strap

T George Bewley, Colby

O Southdean Racing Club

B Miss Marie Motherway

S Lloyd Ltd

5 BOLTMAN(GB)(13)

B g Millenary - Miss Chatterbox 6 10-9

J Joe Williamson

T Ian Duncan, Coylton

O Mrs Camille Macdonald

B T. C. Dawson

S Dawn Developments Ltd

6 JUSTCALLMEAL(IRE)(28)

Br g Presenting - Tonaphuca Girl (IRE) 11 10-8

J Charlie Maggs (5)

T Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

O M.B.Thwaites G Halder

B David Valentine

S Tote

7 DEQUALL(GB)(27)

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Bark (IRE) 8 10-5

J Peter Kavanagh E Blinkers

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Mr W. Patterson

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

S Bell Rural Solutions

TFRHHHII BHA98

FORM 50/F2P-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the first of his 2 starts in points. Lightly raced over hurdles but showed more than previously when third on qualifying run in a C&D maiden 10 days ago. Tongue tie worn then retained for handicap debut and he’s one to consider 11May Hex 23f Hdl good 3/6 Guard The Moon 5l 5Mar Nwc 20f HcpH heavy P/9 -13Feb Ayr 20f Hdl soft 2/17 President Scottie (IRE) 25l

TFRHHHHI BHA93

FORM 261/36-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/hurdles winner who ran up to his best on the level when runner-up at Wolverhampton (16.5f) 2 starts back and not disgraced when sixth of 11 over 20f here 10 days ago. Return to further won’t inconvenience him and respected from easing mark. 11May Hex 20f HcpH good 6/11 Captain Zebo (IRE) 6l 1May Wol 16f Hcp stand 2/9 Clifftop Heaven 1l 16Apr Nwc 12f Hcp stand 4/9 Gastronomy 41/2l

TFRHHHHH BHA89

FORM 0/0601-2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved away from testing ground when off the mark in 15-runner Ayr handicap (24.3f) in March and progressed further when runner-up over C&D 17 days ago, beaten only by one who got first run. High on the shortlist again.

4May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 2/16 Atomic Angel 1/2l

9Mar Ayr 24f HcpH good 1/15 Artic Mann 13/4l 12Jan Seg 19f HcpH soft 9/12 I’m Too Tired (IRE) 17l

TFRHHHII BHA87

FORM 456435-

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points in Ireland and not disgraced on each of his first 2 starts in handicaps in this sphere equipped with a tongue strap. Proved below-par when last of 5 in a C&D handicap in March but given a break since and the assessor is relinquishing his grip.

14Mar Hex 23f HcpH heavy 5/5 Cream of The West (IRE) 26l

19Feb Car 25f HcpH heavy 3/6 Fevertre (IRE) 91/4l Dec23 Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/9 Champ Royal (FR) 11l

TFRHHIII BHA79

FORM P6406/-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who offered little back from 14 months off when eleventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good) 13 days ago. Needs to step up considerably on that if he’s to figure here.

8May Kel 20f HcpH good 11/16 Faithfulflyer (IRE) 32l Mar23 Ayr 24f HcpH good 6/11 You Some Boy (IRE) 93/4l Feb23 Kel 22f HcpH good 7/11 Shantou Moon (IRE) 17l

TFRHHIII BHA78

FORM 3P6260-

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who won 3 times in 2021/22 season. Drawn blank since but signs he can do something from his reduced mark when second over 3m at Musselburgh in December However, been below-par in 2 subsequent outings.

23Apr Swl 24f HcpH good 9/13 Urban Soldier (IRE) 41l 7Feb Seg 19f HcpH soft 6/13 Velasco (IRE) 20l Dec23 Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 2/9 Champ Royal (FR) 31/4

TFRHHIII BHA75

FORM 050060- C

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s been a while since he last hit the target and while his comeback effort following a lengthy layoff at Kelso in October was fairly encouraging, it’s hard to get excited about what he’s shown subsequently

24Apr Per 23f

8 COURTCASE(IRE)(56)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Dark Sari (IRE) 6 10-4

J Aaron Anderson E Cheek Pieces

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr John Wade

B L. & S. Regan

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds TFRHHIII BHA74 FORM 3/3PP4P-

9 BUTO(GB)(104)

Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Mea Parvitas (IRE) 7 10-2

J Alice Stevens E Visor, Tongue Strap

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O NORTH STAR RACING

B Michael E. Wates

S Micky Hammond Racing

10 SHOUGHALL’SBOY(IRE)(46)

B g Watar (IRE) - Lady Shackleton (IRE) 8 10-2

J Charlotte Jones

T Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

O Mr Richard Chapman

B A. Mulligan

S David Merry Farrier

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Stewards Note:

TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise in bumpers but has offered little in handful of novice/maiden hurdles in recent months. Marked improvement required to figure on handicap debut.

HHHII BHA72 FORM 132050- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark when landing this race 12 months ago and ran well from revised mark next 2 starts back here. Lightly raced since and he weakened out of things pretty quickly when last seen at Sedgefield (19.8f) in February Return to better ground following a break could help. 7Feb Seg 19f HcpH soft 11/13 Velasco

TFRHHIII BHA70

FORM 546P/P6- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner here (20f) in 2021 but has largely struggled since, beaten some way out when sixth of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (19.8f) in April. Passed over from out of the weights.

5Apr Mus 19f HcpH soft 6/7 Not In Kansas

BUTO 6 9 6 Joshua Thompson 10-1 (Micky Hammond) 11 ran

DEQUALL: Following its run on 24/4/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Better Be Definite (GB), 4-1 Kiss My Face (GB), 6-1 Didnt Ask (IRE), 10-1 Buto (GB), 12-1 Court Case (IRE), 14-1 Reagrove Lord (IRE), 16-1 Dequall (GB), 18-1 Just Call Me Al (IRE), 22-1 Bolt Man (GB), 33-1 Shoughall’s Boy (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BETTER BE DEFINITE showed improved form when opening his account at Ayr in March and took another step forward when runner-up over C&D 17 days ago, beaten only by one who got first run. Still lightly raced, he looks to hold sound claims again and earns the vote. Kiss My Face is still fairly lightly raced at this sort of trip and he’s considered, with last year’s winner Buto and Didn’t Ask in the mix too.

THE

CRAGG 60TH BIRTHDAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II)

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs GREENHILL GARDENS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs BALKOTIC

Longest Traveller: GREENHILL GARDENS trained by L Russell, Kinross, 126 miles.

1 DILLARCHIE(GB)(17)

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Cute N You Know It 7 12-0

J Tom Midgley E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Joanne Foster Ilkley

O J Saxby, M Simmons Partnership

B John & Jonathan Saxby

S Jo Foster Racing

2 BALKOTIC(FR)(109)

B g Balko (FR) - Aurore Celtique (FR) 8 11-11

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

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Raypasha

B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant & J. Le Roux

S Micky Hammond Racing

3 RUMBLEB(IRE)(17)

B g Presenting - John’s Eliza (IRE) 10 11-6

J Joshua Thompson (7)

T Justin Landy, Leyburn

O Miss C. Tinkler

B Mr Emlyn Patterson

4 GREENHILLGARDENS(GB)

(38)

B g Westerner - The Toft 5 11-2

J Patrick Wadge (3) E Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O Dig In Racing

B Lucinda Russell

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

5 ITURGEONDUBREUIL(FR)(73)

Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Cavale Saint (FR) 6 10-13

J Conor Rabbitt E Cheek Pieces

T Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

O Hurst Farm Racing

B Dr V. Denis Hubert & Mr Eric Helye

6 ROUSE(IRE)(84)

Ch g Australia - Snowfields (IRE) 5 10-10

J Aaron Anderson E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Rebecca Menzies Racing Partnerships

B Lynch Bages, Camas Park & Summerhill B/S

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

7 DAKOTABEAT(IRE)(15)

Ch g Beat Hollow - Rushmore Rose (IRE) 9 10-8

J Alan Doyle E Tongue Strap

T John Norton, Barnsley

O Liz and Phil Woodcock-Jones

B Mr Gerry Stafford

S Right Advice Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA95

FORM 0214P-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Sedgefield in February and posted a good fourth of 16 in handicap hurdle over C&D (soft) 17 days ago, well positioned. In the mix.

4May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/16 Atomic Angel 73/4

20Mar Mkt 23f HcpH heavy P/8 Woodie Flash (IRE)23Feb Seg 27f HcpH soft 4/4 Rumble B (IRE) 27l

TFRHHHII BHA92 FORM 005325- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Only fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (25.3f, soft) 109 days ago but the sort to bounce back.

2Feb Cat 25f HcpH soft 5/7 Champ Royal (FR) 98l Dec23 Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf 2/5 Blue Bikini 51/2l Nov23 Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf 3/7 Onward Route (IRE) 8l

TFRHHHHH BHA87

FORM 32113-3 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in March and in good form since, third of 16 in handicap hurdle over C&D (soft) 17 days ago. Another bold showing is on the cards off an unchanged mark. 4May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/16 Atomic Angel 7l 23Apr Swl 24f HcpH good 3/13 Urban Soldier (IRE) 6l 22Mar Hex 23f HcpH heavy 1/6 Atomic Angel 1l

TFRHHHII BHA83

FORM F54P66-

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and below form sixth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, heavy) 38 days ago. Tongue strap goes on 1st time with more needed.

13Apr Nwc 20f HcpH heavy 6/14 Call Me Jack 15l 16Mar Nwc 20f HcpH heavy 6/9 Call Me Jack 19l 5Mar Nwc 20f HcpH heavy P/9 - -

TFRHHHHI BHA80

FORM P/360P3-

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, very good third of 15 in handicap hurdle (50/1) at Ayr (24.3f, good) 73 days ago. Worth considering with headgear again sported.

9Mar Ayr 24f HcpH good 3/15 Better Be Definite 3l Nov23 Cat 19f Hdl gd-sf P/15 Bugise Seagull (IRE)Nov23 Car 19f Hdl soft 8/11 Johnnywho (IRE) 70l

TFRHHIII BHA77

FORM 53F/000-

TIMEFORM VIEW Only limited form in bumpers and has made little impact both over hurdles so far Needs to raise his game considerably on just his second venture into handicap company

27Feb Cat 19f HcpH soft 11/11 Could Be Trouble (IRE) 91l 7Feb Seg 16f Hdl soft 8/11 Final Edgar (IRE) 45l May23 Nwc 16f Hdl good 7/8 Special Rate (IRE) 23l

TFRHHHII BHA75 FORM 66140-0 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 23f Bangor handicap last August. Off 8 months below a below-par ninth in handicap hurdle at Warwick (25f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Needs to step forward.

8 MISSCARLETT(IRE)(79)

B m Red Rocks (IRE) - Coimbra (USA) 10 10-7

J Joe Williamson E Cheek Pieces

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

O Mrs J. Porter

B Fontstown Stud

S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

9 TEDDYMAC(GB)(73)

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Spring Over (IRE) 5 10-4

J Charlie Maggs (5)

T Ian Duncan, Coylton

O The Macdonald Family

B Ian A. Duncan

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Stewards Note:

TFRHHIII BHA74

FORM 0023/65- D

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 13 runs since last win in 2021 and only sixth of 8 in Flat handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 79 days ago. Others appeal more back over hurdles.

3Mar Nwc 16f Hcp stand 6/8 Abraaj (FR) 22l Dec23 Mus 19f HcpH gd-sf 5/9 Lihyan (IRE) 23l Nov23 Mus 23f HcpH soft 6/11 Sanosuke (IRE) 81/4l

TFRHHIII BHA71

FORM 5/0P45TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who came in only fifth of 6 in novice hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, good) 73 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut with lots to find.

9Mar Ayr 20f Hdl gd-sf 5/6 Whistle Stop Tour (IRE) 68l 26Feb Ayr 19f Hdl heavy 4/7 Bleu d’Enfer (FR) 31l 13Feb Ayr 20f Hdl soft P/17 President Scottie (IRE) -

2023:(See Div 1)

BALKOTIC: Following its run on 2/2/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

GREENHILL GARDENS: Following its run on 13/4/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Rumble B (IRE), Greenhill Gardens (GB), 11-2 Dillarchie (GB), 6-1 Balkotic (FR), Iturgeon du Breuil (FR), 11-1 Misscarlett (IRE), 20-1 Dakota Beat (IRE), 25-1 Teddy Mac (GB), 40-1 Rouse (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A few of these come here with question marks against them but RUMBLE B arrives at the top of his game so is fancied to bag another C&D success. Very good Ayr third Iturgeon du Breuil could emerge as the main danger with Balkotic and Dillarchie also in the picture.

BOOKMAKERS/BET TING

All Bookmakers must possess a valid Betting Badge and be occupying an authorised pitch to be entitled to lay bets. Anyone contravening this condition will be evicted.

Any Betting Disputes or Betting Ring Enquiries should be directed to the Betting Ring Manager.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

In the unlikely event that The Racecourse has to evacuate buildings an announcement will be made over the public address system and the instructions given should be followed immediately.

Any emergency should be reported to a member of the Racecourse Staff/Safety Steward or Office.

An evacuation plan has been designed and will be implemented by our Stewards and Staff.

Follow the instructions given as quickly and quietly as possible and please remember to take your belongings with you.

LEADING TRAINER, JOCKEY & OWNER

JOCKEYS

THE

AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11150

Owners Prize Money 1st £4503 2nd £2251, 3rd £1126 4th £563 5th £281. (Penalty Value £5888.31)

Leading course trainer (19-24): M T Walford (19 wins from 87 runners, 22%) runs HAREL DU MARAIS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J & A O’Neill (8 wins from 40 runners, 20%) runs ROYAL RHYTHM

Weightwatcher: CHECK MY PULSE won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 5lb to 86

Longest Traveller: ROYAL RHYTHM trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 253 miles.

1 ROYALRHYTHM(IRE)(27)

B g Jet Away - Musical Queen (IRE) 8 12-0

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

T Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr Martin Peyton

B Philip Rothwell

S Wasdell Group

2 BREIZHRIVER(FR)(17)

B g Stormy River (FR) - Ilerda (GER) 6 11-12

J Craig Nichol

T Paul Robson, Hawick

O Border Caravans Ltd

B SCEA Haras Des Evees & Mr Daniel Cherdo

3 FOXEY(GB)(28)

B g Foxwedge (AUS) - Blue Lyric 9 11-12

J Sean Bowen

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O Mr Mark James

B Whitsbury Manor Stud

4

MEETMEINTHEMORNING(IRE)(173)

B g Mamool (IRE) - Go Gentle (IRE) 7 11-10

J Ryan Mania

T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

O Ken McGarrity & Colin and David Wheeler

B Eamonn Duggan

S Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

5 HARELDUMARAIS(FR)(26)

Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Urbi Et Orbi (FR) 7 11-8

J Jamie Hamilton

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O New Vision Bloodstock

B Mr Thierry Gouzerh et al

S Cube3 Construction

6

NOBLEAFFAIR(IRE)(17)

B m Morozov (USA) - Tudor Glyn (IRE) 8 10-7

J Conor O’Farrell

T Jane Walton, Otterburn

O The Optimistic Syndicate

B Ms M. Russell

S Robson Equine Therapy

7 CHECKMYPULSE(IRE)(201)

B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Little Luxury (IRE) 8 10-5

J Ross Chapman E Cheek Pieces

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Miss Maria D. Myco

B Mr Enda Crehan & Mrs Miriam Crehan

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TFRHHHHH BHA109 FORM 151424- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful debut for Jonjo O’Neill at Carlisle in October Added to that at Wetherby on Boxing Day and has remained in form since, fourth in 2m4f Uttoxeter handicap hurdle 27 days ago. Interesting now going chasing. 24Apr Utt 19f HcpH soft 4/8 Il Va de Soi (FR) 101/2l 28Mar Fon 17f HcpH heavy 2/5 Getaway Drumlee (IRE) 17l 3Mar Hun 15f HcpH soft 4/5 Jipcot (FR) 9l

TFRHHHII BHA107 FORM 30422-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and similar form over hurdles, runner-up for the third consecutive start in 2m novice here 17 days ago. Well worth considering on his first go over fences. 4May Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 2/11 Lightning Flash (IRE) 3l 28Mar Wet 16f Hdl soft 2/15 Goldwyn (IRE) 3l

7Mar Car 17f Hdl soft 2/12 One More Stroke (IRE) 1l

TFRHHHII BHA107

FORM 12101U- D

TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time winner last season, including over fences at Lingfield in December Reverted to chasing when unseated rider 7th in handicap at Southwell (20.4f, good) 28 days ago. Sort to bounce back.

23Apr Swl 20f HcpC good U/9 God’s Own Getaway (IRE)25Mar Exe 18f Hdl heavy 1/6 Hard Rain (IRE) 4l 27Jan Utt 15f HcpH heavy 7/10 Classic Maestro (IRE) 47l

TFRHHHII BHA105

FORM 1406-

TIMEFORM VIEW Has twice failed to build on his hurdling debut fourth at Kelso in October A winning Irish pointer so he’s no forlorn hope now going chasing after 173-day lay-off

Nov23 Mus 19f Hdl soft 6/8 The Kalooki Kid 37l

Oct23 Car 20f Hdl soft 8/10 Big City Roller 51l Oct23 Kel 20f Hdl gd-sf 4/7 Cadell (IRE) 11l

TFRHHHHI BHA103

FORM 244F55-

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 runs and not at his best back hurdling when fifth of 8 in handicap at Huntingdon (15.8f, good) 26 days ago. Handily weighted reverted to this sphere though so well worth considering.

25Apr Hun 15f HcpH good 5/8 Pickanumber (IRE) 14l

28Mar Wet 15f HcpC soft 5/7 Royal Mer (FR) 12l

7Feb Seg 17f HcpC soft F/5 Duo d’Enfer (FR) -

TFRHHIII BHA88

FORM 204P0-0 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account in handicap hurdle here over a year ago so but hasn’t been firing of late and pulled up on her chasing bow here. Others appeal more.

4May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 11/16 Atomic Angel 36l 5Apr Mus 19f HcpH soft 10/12 Sunday Soldier (IRE) 23l Dec23 Hex 20f HcpC heavy P/7 Breeze

TFRHHHII BHA86

FORM 5/65434- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2022 and cheekpieces on when last of 10 in Flat handicap at Newcastle in November Needs to hit the ground running on his return.

Nov23 Nwc 12f Hcp stand 10/10 Brunello Breeze 79l Sep23 Swl 11f Hcp stand 13/13 The Pug (IRE) 13l Sep23 Hex 15f

8 ROLLERRULER(GB)(38)

B g Native Ruler - Roll Over Rose (IRE) 10 10-2

J Derek Fox

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Coltherd Racing & R.Powell

B Mr R. W. Powell

9 DIVASDOYEN(IRE)(93)

B m Doyen (IRE) - Sleeping Diva (FR) 7 10-2

J Patrick Wadge (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O The Unlikely Tenors

B Cyril O’Hara

TFRHHIII BHA81

FORM 60P//034- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in 2021 but lightly raced since and only fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Newcastle (20.1f, heavy) 38 days ago. Down in trip with work to do.

13Apr Nwc 20f HcpC heavy 4/5 Six One Nine (IRE) 29l 14Mar Hex 20f HcpC heavy 3/5 Largy Train 53/4l 15Feb Nwc 16f HcpC heavy 9/10 Take Centre Stage (IRE) 27l

TFRHHHII BHA76

FORM 25/2P2P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser who was running with credit (in fifth) when pulled up before the last flight in handicap chase at Musselburgh (20.3f, soft) 93 days ago. 7lb out of the handicap here though.

18Feb Mus 20f HcpC soft P/9 Coolkill (IRE)1Jan Mus 20f HcpC soft 2/8 Indian Louis (IRE) 1l Nov23 Seg 21f HcpC soft P/7 Bebside Banter (IRE) -

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: FIRST REVOLUTION (IRE) 9 11 2 Sean Quinlan 11-8 (Martin Todhunter) 7 ran

Stewards Note:

DIVAS DOYEN: Following its run on 18/2/2024 it was reported that the jockey felt something amiss and pulled up.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Foxey (GB), 11-2 Royal Rhythm (IRE), Check My Pulse (IRE), 6-1 Harel du Marais (FR), 13-2 Breizh River (FR), 9-1 Rollerruler (GB), 12-1 Meetmeinthemorning (IRE), 18-1 Noble Affair (IRE), Divas Doyen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A few with chances. ROYAL RHYTHM enjoyed a good first season over hurdles for his current yard and is fancied to make a winning start in this sphere at the chief expense of Harel du Marais who reverts to this sphere on an appealing mark. Breizh River is another starting out over fences with some potential and he can also have a say

FIGURES IN BRACKETS

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

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THE NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOW NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Leading course trainer (19-24): W Coltherd (18 wins from 119 runners, 15%) runs RING PRETENDER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Alexander (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) runs WARRIORS STORY

Longest Traveller: WARRIORS STORY trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.

1 HEYBROTHER(FR)(26)

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Mick Maya (FR) 7 12-0

J Craig Nichol

T Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

O ANDY, MEL, PHIL & KAYA

B Mme Gaelle Albert

S Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

2 BACKBYJET(IRE)(10)

B g Jet Away - Bonny Blackdoe (IRE) 6 11-9

J Nathan Moscrop

T Brian Ellison, Malton

O Steel A Win & Partners

B Mrs Deirdre McGrath

S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

3 SHADOWSINTHESKY(IRE)(66)

Br g Arcadio (GER) - Ballinacraig (IRE) 8 11-7

J Danny McMenamin E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Chris Grant, Billingham

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood

B John & Jamie O’Brien

4

WARRIORSSTORY(GB)(17)

B g Midnight Legend - Samandara (FR) 8 11-7

J Bruce Lynn (3) E Cheek Pieces

T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

O The Warriors

B Alan King Racing and Miss J. M. Bodycote

S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

5 RINGPRETENDER(FR)(17)

B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Ring Blood (FR) 8 10-13

J Sam Coltherd

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Mr S. Coltherd

B Dr V. Gerard Samain

S Bell Rural Solutions

6 RORY’SSTORY(IRE)(112)

B m Workforce - Colleen Ard (IRE) 5 10-12

J Harry Reed E Hood

T Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

O Mr K. Everitt

B Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler

S Jewson Limited, AKV Group Ltd

7 EDGEWELL(IRE)(193)

B g Well Chosen - One Edge (IRE) 6 10-11

J Ross Chapman

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr John Wade

B Hugh J. Holohan

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TFRHHIII BHA100 FORM 43/0360-

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in an Irish point before running to a fair level when making the frame both starts in bumpers. Cut little ice over hurdles, though, and there were few positives to take from his chase debut in a first-time visor (omitted here) at Huntingdon. First run for new yard. 25Apr Hun 23f HcpC good 9/12 Getaway Glory 64l 12Jan Wcn 24f Hdl gd-sf 6/12 Oak Creek (IRE) 45l Nov23 Hun 25f Hdl good 3/7 Beachcomber (FR) 20l

TFRHHIII BHA95 FORM 51033-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame inexperience when springing a 25/1 surprise in 19f Catterick novice hurdle on New Year’s Day However he hasn’t come close to reproducing that level of form switched to fences the last twice.

11May Hex 15f HcpC good 7/7 Five Dollar Fine (IRE) 36l 10Mar Kel 17f HcpC soft 3/4 Nells Son

18Feb Swl 15f Hdl heavy 3/9 Nick The Greek 3

TFRHHHII BHA93

FORM P/43P54-

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who failed to build on his promising hurdles debut last year and, similarly he has taken backward steps subsequent to finishing third on his second start in this sphere at Musselburgh (23.6f, soft) in December Looks vulnerable for win purposes.

16Mar Nwc 23f HcpC heavy 4/5 Heritier de Sivola (FR) 16l

18Feb Mus 23f HcpC soft 5/9 Whosmydaddy (IRE) 16l

11Jan Cat 29f HcpC soft P/8 Track And Trace (IRE) -

TFRHHHHH BHA93

FORM P2/P46-3 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who went close on his second chase start at Ayr in December 2022. Disappointing next 3 runs in this sphere but latest third over C&D (soft) when returning from a break represented a step back in the right direction.

4May Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 3/13 The White Volcano (IRE) 15l

Dec23 Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf 6/7 Fete Champetre (IRE) 42l Nov23 Kel 23f HcpC gd-sf 4/5 Gentleman de Mai (FR) 22l

TFRHHIII BHA85

FORM 4/405/0-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Couple of fair efforts over hurdles in 2022 but she’s yet to show any real spark in a handful of appearances in this sphere.

4May Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 8/13 The White Volcano (IRE) 42l

7Feb Seg 19f HcpH soft 12/13 Velasco (IRE) 53l Jan23 Wet 19f HcpC soft 5/6 Midnight Mary 25l

TFRHHIII BHA84

FORM 3400P4-

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sole start between the flags and while she was placed on 2 of her 3 starts in bumpers, this 5-y-o hasn’t pulled up any trees in several attempts over hurdles. Will need to improve for the switch to fences if she’s to take this.

30Jan Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 4/4 Ip Up (FR) 23l 2Jan Ayr 20f HcpH heavy P/14 Follow Charlie (IRE)Dec23 Ayr 16f Hdl

9/12 Ozzy Cosmo (IRE) 17l

TFRHIIII BHA83 FORM 03/550P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers and made little impact in a trio of maiden hurdles during the autumn. Hopes pinned on the switch to fences sparking a significant step forward. Nov23 Hex 20f Hdl

P/13 Great Pepper (FR)Oct23 Kel 16f Hdl

8 MISSWACHIT(IRE)(253)

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Mitch (IRE) 8 10-7

J Brian Hughes E Blinkers

T Ruth Jefferson, Malton

O Claxby & Co

B Grange Stud

S Wine & Glass Company

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

TFRHHHII BHA79 FORM 4R/4P45- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner off a similar mark to this in 2022 and positive start over fences when runner-up at Southwell in July of that year Has failed to build on that since (both in 3 subsequent chase starts and as many appearances over hurdles) but she’s dangerous to discount off this career-low mark.

Sep23 Per 23f HcpH soft 5/6 Pammi 12l

Aug23 Mkt 18f HcpH gd-sf 4/12 Diana Prince 16l

Jun23 Swl 24f HcpC good P/10 Prince Cleni (FR) -

2023: DERRACRIN 6 10 6 Lorcan Murtagh 13-2 (Barry Murtagh) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Warriors Story (GB), 7-2 Shadows In The Sky (IRE), 5-1 Miss Wachit (IRE), 10-1 Ring Pretender (FR), 14-1 Hey Brother (FR), 18-1 Backbyjet (IRE), 22-1 Rory’s Story (IRE), 66-1 Edgewell (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

With a dearth of credible candidates on show WARRIORS STORY is much the most likely winner on the back of his creditable C&D effort 17 days ago when returning from a five-month absence. The 8-y-o has been eased a further 3lb since and the drying ground will aid his cause. Miss Wachit and Shadows In The Sky can do battle for minor place money

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WARRIORS STORY 2.MISS WACHIT (IRE) 3.SHADOWS IN THE SKY (IRE)

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ENGAGEMENT

The next race is the

Lynn SiddalL

Memorial Handicap Chase

Lynn trained at Stonebridge Farm in North Yorkshire for nearly 50 yrs.

She liked to run her horses here and enjoyed plenty of winners, including Silent Snipe who still holds the track record over the 3 mile Chase course.

Sadly, Lynn passed away on the 19th May 2021 , the day after saddling her final ever runner here at Hexham, and is greatly missed.

The next race is run in her memory.

(CLASS 5)

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs ARTIC BREEZE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (3 wins from 31 runners, 10%) runs ARTIC BREEZE

Longest Traveller: WAVELENGTH trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.

1 HAVEYOUGOTMYMONEY(IRE)(13)

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Killenagh Oscar (IRE)6 12-0

J Craig Nichol E Cheek Pieces

T Paul Robson, Hawick

O Out of the Shed Racing

B Mr Matt O’Connor

S Mr Graham

2 ELLEON(FR)(10)

B g Martaline - Ailette 9 11-9

J Jonathan England E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Sam England, Guiseley

O Worcester Racing Club

B Mr Patrick Fennessy

S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

3

WAVELENGTH(FR)

(17)

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Mrs Percival 9 11-8

J Sean Quinlan

T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

O Mrs J. Walker

B Mme Janie Walker

S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

4 DRSHIROCCO(IRE)

(10)

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE) 9 11-5

J Conor O’Farrell

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O I I F T F

B J. P. King & P. Turley

5 COOLMOYNE(GB)(17)

Ch g Ocovango - High Life 8 11-0

J Callum Bewley

T Simon Waugh, Morpeth

O Mrs E. C. York

B Mr Frank J. A. Morgan

6 ARTICBREEZE(IRE)(98)

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Barrell Rose (IRE) 8 11-0

J Alan Doyle (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O Miss Lucinda V. Russell

B Joseph Campbell

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

7 ROYLESTEEL(FR)(88)

Gr g Spanish Moon (USA) - Suffisante (FR) 6 10-12

J Brian Hughes

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mr A E Tasker

B H. Tassin, C. Ordinis, V. Henry et al

S Micky Hammond Racing

TFRHHHII BHA99 FORM 12250-0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for several good efforts in defeat when landing Southwell handicap hurdle (24.3f) in October Well held last 2 starts 5 months apart but shaped as if needing it 2 weeks ago. Makes chase debut (hit the frame on both starts in points).

8May Kel 22f HcpH good 12/15 Idem (FR) 25l Dec23 Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 9/9 Champ Royal (FR) 38l Nov23 Kel 25f HcpH soft 5/7 Niceandeasy (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA94

FORM 53212-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good order and finally off the mark over fences at Haydock at the end of March. Backed that up when runner-up at Carlisle (24.5f heavy) next time and not disgraced back over hurdles 10 days ago. Player

11May Hex 20f HcpH good 8/11 Captain Zebo (IRE)

7Apr Car 24f HcpC heavy 2/11 Tom Cody (IRE) 1l 30Mar Hay 19f HcpC soft 1/5 Pilgrims King (IRE) 5l

TFRHHHII BHA93

FORM 1/P435-F CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler in Ireland for Gavin Cromwell and opened chase account over this C&D 2 years ago. Best effort since returning from a lengthy absence when third at Carlisle but below par both starts since, never seemed likely to play much of a part when falling over C&D 17 days ago.

4May Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf F/11 Coolmoyne8Mar Ayr 24f HcpC gd-sf 5/7 Whosmydaddy (IRE) 25l 5Feb Car 24f HcpC soft 3/12 Breeze of Wind (IRE) 41/4l

TFRHHHHH BHA90

FORM F1162-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to his 2 wins last season returning from 11 weeks off when coming from off the pace over C&D 10 days ago. Up 3lb but is down in class so should go well again.

11May Hex 24f HcpC good 1/10 Ballylinch (IRE) 1l 18Feb Mus 23f HcpC soft 2/9 Whosmydaddy (IRE) 7l 1Jan Mus 20f HcpC soft 6/8 Indian Louis (IRE) 27l

TFRHHHHI BHA85

FORM 40240-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally gained reward for his consistency when off the mark at the 21st attempt over this C&D 17 days ago, jumping well and pulling clear with a subsequent winner Needs considering up 6lb. 4May Hex 24f HcpC

TFRHHHII BHA85

FORM 6P2P/20- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who showed little in 6 hurdle starts for Laura Morgan. Made much more of an impact when second at Market Rasen (3m, good to soft) on return/chase debut on Boxing Day but jumping went to pot at Ayr on heavy ground next time. Worth another chance back on decent going. 13Feb Ayr 24f HcpC soft 8/9 Camp Belan (IRE) 18l Dec23 Mkt 23f HcpC gd-sf 2/7

TFRHHHII BHA83

FORM 531045-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m winner over hurdles who got off the mark in this sphere at Sedgefield off 2lb higher in October Below that form since, however, and others are more appealing. 23Feb

B m Westlake - Garden Feature 8 10-11

J Harry Reed

T James Walton, Morpeth

O Messrs F. T. Walton

B Messrs F. T. Walton

TFRHHHII BHA82 FORM 44603-4 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer and successful twice over hurdles here in 2022. Has looked a bit limited over fences but not disgraced from out of the weights last 2 starts and at least able to race off proper mark now 11May Hex 24f HcpC good 4/10 Dr Shirocco (IRE)

2Feb Cat 25f HcpC soft 3/4 Shighness

Dec23 Mus 23f HcpC gd-sf 9/11 Deep Charm

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: KILDRUM (IRE) 10 10 6 Conor O’Farrell 7-1 (Micky Hammond) 4 ran

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Dr Shirocco (IRE), 4-1 Coolmoyne (GB), 11-2 Elleon (FR), 15-2 West Lawn (GB), 10-1 Artic Breeze (IRE), Royle Steel (FR), 11-1 Wavelength (FR), 12-1 Haveyougotmymoney (IRE)

DR SHIROCCO resumed winning ways over C&D 10 days ago and can defy a 3lb rise back down in class. Coolmoyne pulled clear with a subsequent winner when finally off the mark over this C&D earlier this month and looks the obvious threat with Elleon best of the others.

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Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs REFORME

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs ROCCOVANGO

Fancy That: R Menzies won this race in 2022 and 2023 The stable runs PARIS CERCY today

Longest Traveller: ROCCOVANGO trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 246 miles.

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

1 ROCCOVANGO(IRE)(65)

Br g Ocovango - Nouveau Moulin (IRE) 8 11-9

J Sean Bowen E Cheek Pieces

T Olly Murphy Wilmcote

O John Nicholls Racing

B William O’Keeffe S Hunter Plastics Limited

2 CONQUERTHEBREEZE(IRE)(17)

B g War Command (USA) - Dancing With Stars (IRE) 5 11-2

J Danny McMenamin E Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Mr David Carr

B Edmond Kinane & Donal Sweeney

3

MAJORCHAMPION(GB)(13)

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Lady Samantha 5 11-2

J Conor Rabbitt (5) E Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Miss Amy Milburn

B Mr David Redvers

4 PARISCERCY(FR)(90)

B g Diamond Green (FR) - Folk Dancing (FR) 7 11-2

J Aaron Anderson (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr Ian Charles Wilson

B S.C.E.A. Haras de Peyre & P. Thiriet

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

5 POWERSDILEMMA(IRE)(17)

Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Maggie Howard (IRE) 7 11-2

J Sean Quinlan

T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

O Fools Who Dream Partnership

B Ms Barbara Johnston

S Bolton Mill Holiday Park, Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited

6 REFORME(IRE)(46)

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Argento Luna 5 11-2

J Alan Doyle (5)

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O James & Jean Potter Ltd

B Mr K. D. Cotter

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

7 WISEMOVE(IRE)(24)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Offside Rule (IRE) 6 11-2

J Jonathon Bewley

T George Bewley, Colby

O Tunstall, Annett, Graham and Bewley

B Miss Eleanor Broderick

TFRHHHHI BHA116 FORM 353/021- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on yard debut when opening account in 15-runner maiden hurdle at Huntingdon (19.5f heavy) 65 days ago, well on top finish in first-time headgear Faces different conditions here but respected under a penalty 17Mar Hun 19f Hdl soft 1/15 Land Afar (IRE) 3l 8Feb Hun 15f HcpH soft 2/6 Nordic Tiger (FR) nk Nov23 Clo 16f Hdl heavy 7 Any Road (IRE) 52l

TFRHHHII BHA96 FORM 365-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed modest form in 2 maidens on the Flat for A. Slattery and similar form over hurdles for this yard, running best race when second of 12 in novice hurdle at this course (16.2f, soft) 17 days ago. Further improvement needed.

4May Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 2/12 Wilful (IRE) 10l Nov23 Mus 15f Hdl gd-sf 5/12 Belle of Annandale (IRE) 18l Jul23 Mkt 20f Hdl soft 6/11 Roll With It (IRE) 28l

TFRHIIII BHAFORM P0PP-0

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in Irish points and well held in novice hurdle at Kelso. 8May Kel 20f Hdl good 7/13 Magical Hill (IRE) 29l

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 2/P5/P0PTIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer No show in novice/maiden hurdle.

21Feb Don 19f Hdl soft P/15 Leader In The Park (IRE)14Jan Kel 22f Hdl soft 7/10 Nab Wood (IRE) 97l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 4P/62/2-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on the last of 4 starts in Irish points but that was back in 2022 and ran to only a modest level both starts in novice hurdles.

4May Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/11 Lightning Flash (IRE) 16l 7Apr

TFRHHHHH BHA107 FORM 443-

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer sole start in bumpers and made frame both starts in maiden hurdles. Step up in trip will suit and remains capable of better

5Apr

(IRE)

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 211221-

TIMEFORM VIEW Shirocco gelding. Dam (c83) 2 3/4m chase winner Multiple winning pointer, including last time (Apr 27). One to note.

8 NORSEREIVER(GB)

(17)

B m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Rev Up Ruby 5 10-9

J Theo Gillard

T Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

O Mrs M. B. Thwaites

B Kennie Little

WESTERDALE(GB)(-)

Gr m Westerner - Bright Cloud (IRE) 5 10-9

J Jamie Hamilton

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Mrs M. Cooper

B Mrs M. Cooper

S Mark Walford Racing

HHIII BHAFORM 006-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in a brace of bumpers and beaten a long way both starts in novice hurdles.

TIMEFORM

Westerner mare. Dam (c97/h69) winning pointer RACECOURSE DEBUT

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Roccovango (IRE), 5-2 Reforme (IRE), 11-2 Wise Move (IRE), 12-1 Conquer The Breeze (IRE), 14-1 Powers Dilemma (IRE), Westerdale (GB), 50-1 Norse Reiver (GB), 100-1 Major Champion (GB), 300-1 Paris Cercy (FR)

REFORME should improve for the step up in trip and is preferred to penalised winner Roccovango. Multiple winning pointer Wise Move is an interesting newcomer

RACE (CLASS 3)

Leading course trainer (19-24): M Hammond (16 wins from 209 runners, 8%) runs NOT WHAT IT SEEMS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs A LAW OF HER OWN Weightwatcher: WELL EDUCATED won off a handicap mark of 114, his rating is now down 8lb to 106 Longest Traveller: A LAW OF HER OWN trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 229 miles.

1 ALAWOFHEROWN(IRE)(34)

B m Lawman (FR) - Azlaa 7 12-0

J Fergus Gillard E Cheek Pieces

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr W. Ward

B Michael Quigley & Lawman Syndicate

2 THECHURCHILLLAD(IRE)(52)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Imalwayshotforyou (USA) 5 11-12

J Ross Chapman E Hood

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Flying High and Blacklock

B CGD Syndicate

S Mile High Racing, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

3 HARTURD’OUDAIRIES(FR)(17)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Brise d’Oudairies (FR) 7 11-7

J Craig Nichol

T Brian Ellison, Malton

O Melton Mowbray Bowls Club

B Comte Michel de Gigou

S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

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NOTWHATITSEEMS(IRE)(108)

B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Kyle Ruby (IRE) 8 11-5

J Emma Smith-Chaston (3) E Hood

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Ryder and Alex Sugden

B Eamon Callaghan

S Optima Self Store

5

LES’SLEGACY(GB)(10)

B g Kutub (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) 7 10-13

J Nathan Moscrop E Cheek Pieces

T Susan Corbett, Otterburn

O Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett

B Mr Les Richards

S J e Douglas & Sons, Simpsons Malt Ltd

6 WELLEDUCATED(IRE)(17)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Collegeofknowledge 8 10-13

J Jonathon Bewley

T George Bewley, Colby

O Annett and Mandle

B Mrs Jennifer O’Neill

S Lloyd Ltd

7 PALMBEACH(IRE)(92)

B g Galileo (IRE) - Alta Anna (FR) 7 10-2

J Mr John Dixon (7) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T John Dixon, Carlisle

O Mrs S. F. Dixon

B Lynch-Bages & Rhinestone Bloodstock

S Messrs J Dixon & Son

TFRHHHII BHA121

FORM 040400-

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a mares’ handicap at Galway (16.5f, good to soft) for Peter Fahey last summer Hasn’t troubled the judge since but she has generally contested stronger races than this, including when mid-field in an 18-runner Cheltenham handicap on debut for this yard last month. Cheekpieces applied. 17Apr Chl 16f HcpH good 8/18 Tintintin (FR) 19l 4Feb Leo 18f HcpH soft 17/19 Brucio 88l Dec23 Pun 19f HcpH heavy 4 Catch The Beast (IRE) 17l

TFRHHHII BHA119

FORM 213240-

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual juvenile hurdle winner who struck again in 2m Haydock handicap in the mud in December Performed well on 2 of his 3 subsequent starts, including when fourth of 17 in Morebattle at Kelso in March, but he needs to bounce back following a rather tame effort back at Haydock last time.

30Mar Hay 15f HcpH soft 9/9 Brentford Hope 40l 2Mar Kel 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/17 Cracking Rhapsody (IRE)10

12Feb Cat 15f HcpH heavy 2/7 Milldam (FR)

TFRHHHHH BHA114

FORM 0P052-1 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-key start for this yard but firmly back on track the last twice, runner-up in a competitive Musselburgh handicap last month prior to going on better here (2m, soft) recently Still on a good mark up 3lb and forecast quicker ground won’t be an issue.

4May Hex 16f HcpH gd-sf 1/10 Horn Cape (FR) hd 5Apr Mus 17f HcpH soft 2/13 Mack The Man (IRE) 43/4l 15Feb Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 5/9 Classic Maestro (IRE) 12l

TFRHHHII BHA112

FORM 23P/33P- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick of novice hurdle successes in 2022 and good second on handicap debut at Catterick in November of that year Largely below par since (both in this sphere and over fences) but will be a threat if he puts his best foot forward off this reduced mark.

3Feb Wet 19f HcpC soft P/9 Eaton Collina (IRE)1Jan Cat 25f HcpC heavy 3/4 Conquredalofeurope (IRE)15l Dec23 Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 3/5 Horn Cape (FR) 9l

TFRHHHII BHA106

FORM 44020-2 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time hurdle winner during 2022/23 campaign, including here. Has found just one too good on 2 of his last 3 starts, the latest when going over this C&D 10 days ago, and a reproduction of that would give him a fighting chance.

11May Hex 20f HcpH good 2/11 Captain Zebo (IRE) hd 15Apr Kel 20f HcpH soft 8/16 Kingston Bridge (IRE) 61/2l 16Mar Nwc 20f HcpH heavy 2/9 Call Me Jack 23/4l

TFRHHHHI BHA106

FORM 36336-5 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time winner in 2022 and showed signs that he retains all of that ability last year Shaped better than the bare result back from 6 months off in the race won by Hartur D’oudairies and, likely to strip fitter now, he has to enter calculations.

4May Hex 16f HcpH gd-sf 5/10 Hartur d’Oudairies (FR) 6l Oct23 Car 17f HcpH soft 6/11 Russian Virtue 15l Sep23 Kel 17f HcpC good Y/4 Cedar Hill (IRE) -

TFRHHIII BHA94

FORM 030455-

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over hurdles but most recent success was over 2 years ago and he has been more miss than hit since. Has undergone another wind op and cheekpieces refitted. 19Feb Car 17f HcpH heavy 5/9 Eire Street (IRE) 36l 5Feb Car 17f HcpH soft 5/11 Skycutter (FR) 16l Dec23 Seg 19f HcpH gd-sf 4/7 Mothill (IRE) 16l

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: GLINGER FLAME (IRE) 11 11 9 Sean Quinlan 12-1 (Nicky Richards) 9 ran

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note:

THE CHURCHILL LAD: Following its run on 30/3/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Hartur d’Oudairies (FR), 7-2 Les’s Legacy (GB), 13-2 A Law of Her Own (IRE), 7-1 Not What It Seems (IRE), 8-1 The Churchill Lad (IRE), 17-2 Well Educated (IRE), 16-1 Palm Beach (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES and Well Educated, first and fifth respectively in a 2m handicap here recently are both on appealing marks and could be the two to concentrate on. The latter is entitled to come on for that run and should finish closer this time but Hartur d’Oudairies overcame late mistakes and traffic problems that day and he is taken to strike again. A back-to-form Not What It Seems would be a threat, while A Law of Her Own is interesting on her second start for the Skelton yard.

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Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs INDIAN LOUIS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S England (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs FOR THREE Longest Traveller: INDIAN LOUIS trained by L Russell, Kinross, 126 miles.

1 JUMPINGJUPITER(IRE)(14)

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Mazaryne (FR) 6 12-0

J Jamie Hamilton

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Mr Adam Tucker

B Mr Philip O’Connor S Reflex Courier Ltd

2 INDIANLOUIS(IRE)(10)

B g Mahler - Indian Fairy (IRE) 6 12-0

J Derek Fox E Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O The Apaches

B Martin Cullinane

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

3 RITSON(IRE)

(13)

B g Jeremy (USA) - Ellen’s Choice (IRE) 9 11-7

J Aaron Anderson (5) E Blinkers

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr P R Walker & Mr R Walker

B M. Berry

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

4 AGILULF(GB)(26)

Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Turin (IRE) 5 11-6

J Theo Gillard

T Adam Nicol, Seahouses

O Molly and Paul Willis

B Knavesmire House Stud

5 FORTHREE(IRE)(11)

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Asmaa (USA) 10 11-5

J Jonathan England E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Sam England, Guiseley

O Mr Jonathan Poulter

B Epona Bloodstock Ltd

S Money Claim Collections Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

6 DARKESTDAY(IRE)(155)

B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Dempseys Luck (IRE) 9 11-5

J Sam Coltherd E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T William Young Jnr, Carluke

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young

B Thomas Patrick English

7 AVIEWOFTHESTARS(GB)(17)

B m Telescope (IRE) - Chilla Cilla 6 11-0

J Liam Harrison

T Stella Barclay, Garstang

O Dr James Barry Johnson

B Mr HT Cole

S Lancashire Racing Stables Limited

TFRHHHHH BHA100 FORM 523/3P-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Back from 4 months off when creditable second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good) on debut for new yard 14 days ago. Entitled to build on that and merits consideration. 7May Swl 15f HcpH good 2/10 Therapist

17Jan Swl 15f HcpH gd-sf P/10 Damarta (FR)Dec23 Don 19f HcpH gd-sf 3/12 Wholeofthemoon (IRE) 20l

TFRHHHII BHA100 FORM 6153P-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner who made a winning chase debut at Musselburgh (2 1/2m, soft) on New Year’s Day Not really built on that, however including back in this sphere here latest. Returns to shorter trip now 11May Hex 20f HcpH good 7/11 Captain Zebo (IRE) 71/2l 15Apr Kel 21f HcpC soft P/11 Raceview Road (IRE)26Feb Ayr 20f HcpC heavy 3/6 Nights In Venice 2l

TFRHHIII BHA93

FORM 00330-0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Badly out of sorts over fences since scoring on Boxing Day in 2022 and no real signs of a revival back over hurdles at Kelso earlier this month. Blinkered for first time.

8May Kel 20f HcpH good 8/16 Faithfulflyer (IRE) 29l 7Apr Car 15f HcpC heavy 8/10 Trac (FR) 62l 26Mar Nwc 20f HcpC heavy 3/4 Hello Judge 39l

TFRHIIII BHA92

FORM 44/U63P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success and arrives on back of below-par run at Perth last month.

25Apr Per 16f HcpH soft P/13 Serious Ego (GER)5Apr Mus 19f HcpH soft 3/7 Not In Kansas

May23 Per 20f HcpH good 6/8 Petite Rhapsody (IRE) 30l

TFRHHHHI BHA91

FORM 05244-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner who ended lengthy losing run when taking 12-runner handicap hurdle (9/2) at Sedgefield (16.8f, good) 11 days ago. Remains feasibly treated and must enter calculations.

10May Seg 16f HcpH good 1/12 Penpal (FR)

Dec23 Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 4/9 Belle Na Bann (IRE)

Nov23 Seg 16f HcpH soft 4/10 El Jefe (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA91

FORM 110660- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded back-to-back wins at Kelso in September but hasn’t been in the same form since. Back from 6 months off and handicapper has cut him plenty of slack at least.

Dec23 Mus 19f HcpH gd-sf 8/9 Lihyan (IRE) 45l Nov23 Mus 15f HcpH soft 6/9 Cuban Cigar 29l Nov23 Ayr 16f HcpH gd-sf 6/10 Park Annonciade (FR) 16l

TFRHHIII BHA86 FORM 6/0115-4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Two from 2 upon joining Fergal O’Brien, following up her Plumpton success back down at this trip at Worcester in October Not seen to best effect, on second start for new yard, when fourth at Uttoxeter (15.8f) latest but percentage call is to look elsewhere.

4May Utt 15f HcpH soft 4/7 Ambassador (IRE) 12l Nov23 Lei 15f HcpH heavy 5/6 Passing Kate 22l Oct23 Wor 16f HcpH gd-sf 1/10 Lady Gwen

8 MAJORSNUGFIT(GB)

(11)

Ch g Ruler of The World (IRE) - Bridle Belle 8 10-13

J Edward Austin (5) E Visor

T David Thompson, Darlington

O Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup

B Mrs H. Steel

S The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup

9 BRIAN’SJET(IRE)(11)

Gr g Jet Away - Carryonblue (IRE) 6 10-13

J Craig Nichol E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Brian Ellison, Malton

O Mr J McAvoy Mr C Lowther & Partners

B Ms Cecily Purcell

S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

10

LASTMISSION(FR)(95)

Br g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Magic Mission 6 10-12

J Conor Rabbitt (5) E Hood, Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Miss Alison P. Lee

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

11 WOTYOUDUNNOWBUDDY(IRE)(17)

B g Laverock (IRE) - Bob Girl (IRE) 6 10-11

J Nathan Moscrop E Cheek Pieces

T Susan Corbett, Otterburn

O Mr Gary Satchwell

B Kevin Haverty & Olive O’Driscoll

S Finnies Heavy Haulage

12 LADYHAMILTON(IRE)(11)

B m Teofilo (IRE) - Heartily (IRE) 5 10-9

J Ross Chapman

T Wilf Storey Consett

O Exors of the Late Mr A. Lister

B Godolphin

13 BALRANALD(FR)(8)

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shining Glory (GER) 8 10-9

J Brian Hughes

T Alison Hamilton, Denholm

E Cheek Pieces

O Mr J. P. G. Hamilton

B Ecurie Des Monceaux

S Tote

14 BROADFORDPUBLICAN(IRE)(17)

B g Ocovango - Sligo Publican (IRE) 6 10-8

J Sean Quinlan

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Coltherd Racing Club

B Gerard Gormley

S Bell Rural Solutions

TFRHHIII BHA85 FORM 1053U/-6 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who wasn’t disgraced, back from 6 months off, when 11 lengths sixth of 12 to For Three in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, good, 40/1) 11 days ago. Fairly treated if able to build on that.

10May Seg 16f HcpH good 6/12 For Three (IRE) 11l Nov23 Nwc 12f Hcp stand 12/12 Carlos Felix (IRE) 27l Oct22 Nwc 12f Hcp stand 4/9 Crystal Caves (FR) 11l

TFRHHHII BHA85

FORM 34P4P-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t make a promising start over hurdles but showed more in 2023/24, making the frame in 4 of his first 5 starts of the campaign. Back to that sort of form when third of 12 in Sedgefield handicap (16.8f, good) latest and could be a player

10May Seg 16f HcpH good 3/12 Foster’s Fortune 31/

22Mar Hex 20f HcpH heavy P/7 Lahardaun (IRE)Dec23 Seg 19f HcpH gd-sf 4/8 Halpha Soleil (FR) 13l

TFRHHIII BHA84 FORM 6P6/P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner but unproven beyond 8.5f and finished well held on his completed starts over hurdles. Improvement required on switch to handicapping.

16Feb Kel 16f Hdl soft P/9 Alnilam (FR)Apr23 Per 16f Hdl soft 6/8 Resplendent Grey (IRE) 24l Apr23 Seg 16f Hdl heavy P/8 Thunderclap (IRE) -

TFRHHHII BHA83

FORM P2643-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark when taking 7-runner selling hurdle over C&D (soft) 17 days ago, finding extra. Nicely treated, back in handicap company, and is one for the shortlist.

4May Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/7 Dapper Gent 11/4l 22Mar Hex 16f HcpH heavy 3/5 Two Auld Pals (IRE) 14l 5Mar Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 4/6 Polisud (FR) 21l

TFRHHIII BHA81

FORM 30/636-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when 6 3/4 lengths fifth of 12 to For Three in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, good, 18/1) 11 days ago. Yet to register a success, however, and others more convincing.

10May Seg 16f HcpH good 5/12 For Three (IRE) 63/4l 15Apr Kel 18f HcpH soft 6/7 Atlantic Dancer (IRE) 31l 20Mar Mkt 20f HcpH heavy 3/8 Double Powerful (IRE) 45l

TFRHIIII BHA81

FORM 0P2306-

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over fences back in 2021 and finally opened his account over hurdles in a Bangor handicap (19.6f) this time last year Form has been in and out since, though, and recent efforts on Flat have been disappointing.

13May Cat 12f Hcp good 10/11 Stellarmasterpiece (FR) 101/4l 9Apr Swl 16f Hcp stand 6/7 Socialist Agenda 31l 12Mar Nwc 12f Hcp stand 5/5 Bobby Shaftoe 91/2l

TFRHHIII BHA80

FORM 000P6-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Fared better than previously for current yard when 10 1/4 lengths fourth of 7 to Wotyoudunnow Buddy in selling hurdle over C&D (soft, 10/1) 17 days ago. 4May Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/7

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2023: PATEEN (IRE) 11 10 12 Aaron Anderson 9-1 (Jessica Bedi) 12 ran Stewards Note:

LADY HAMILTON: Following its run on 10/5/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Jumping Jupiter (IRE), Wotyoudunnow Buddy (IRE), 11-2 For Three (IRE), 17-2 Brian’s Jet (IRE), 12-1 Indian Louis (IRE), Broadford Publican (IRE), 20-1 Aviewofthestars (GB), Lady Hamilton (IRE), 28-1 Agilulf (GB), Major Snugfit (GB), 33-1 Ritson (IRE), Darkest Day (IRE), Last Mission (FR), 50-1 Balranald (FR)

Preference is for JUMPING JUPITER, who is relatively low mileage and made a pleasing start for Mark Walford at Southwell a fortnight ago. Recent winners For Three and Wotyoudunnow Buddy are feared most. TIMEFORM

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First Race 5.25 - THE JAYNE CRAGG 60TH BIRTHDAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4779 to the winning horse The second to receive £2199, the third £1099, the fourth £550 and the fifth £274. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to May 18th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 11 entries at £35 - Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3655; Second £1827; Third £914; Fourth £457; Fifth £228 (Penalty Value £4779.30) A SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 5.58 - THE JAYNE CRAGG 60TH

BIRTHDAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4779 to the winning horse The second to receive £2199, the third £1099, the fourth £550 and the fifth £274. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to May 18th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 10 entries at £35

- Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3655; Second £1827; Third £914; Fourth £457; Fifth £228. (Penalty Value £4779.30) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.28 - THE TYNEDALE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5888 to the winning horse The second to receive £2709, the third £1354 the fourth £677 and the fifth £337 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 15 entries, 1 at £9 and 14 at £45 - Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4503; Second £2251; Third £1126; Fourth £563; Fifth £281. (Penalty Value £5888.31)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 6.58 - THE NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOW. NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5096 to the winning horse The second to receive £2344 the third £1172, the fourth £586 and the fifth £292. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30.00 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 14 entries at £40 - Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243 (Penalty Value £5096.16)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 7.28 - THE LYNN SIDDALL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5201 to the winning horse The second to receive £2393 the third £1196 the fourth £598 and the fifth £298 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 14 entries at £40 - Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3978; Second £1989; Third £995; Fourth £497; Fifth £248 (Penalty Value £5201.78) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 7.58 - THE STONEACRE BEST FOR SUZUKI AND MAZDA NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258 the third £1128 and the fourth £565 for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 14 entries at £40 - Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 8.28 - THE NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOW HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7789 to the winning horse The second to receive £3584 the third £1792, the fourth £896 and the fifth £446 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30.00 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 14 entries at £55 - Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £5958; Second £2978; Third £1490; Fourth £745; Fifth £372. (Penalty Value £7789.47) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 9.00 - THE LANGLEY CASTLE AN OUTSTANDING SMALL HOTEL 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 11th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 25 entries at £35 - Closed May 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227 (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

2024 FIXTURES

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

SATURDAY 1ST JUNE

DERBY DAY MEETING

Gates open 1.00pm

first race 4.15pm last race 7.07pm

SATURDAY 15TH JUNE

CHARITY RACEDAY

Gates open 1.00pm

first race 4.17pm last race 7.00pm

SUNDAY 23RD JUNE

LADIES DAY

Gates open 12.00pm

first race 2.08pm last race 5.08pm

FRIDAY 4TH OCTOBER

AUTUMN RACEDAY

SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER

NEWCASTLE FALCONS RACEDAY

FRIDAY 8TH NOVEMBER

WEATHERBYS RACEDAY

WEDNESDAY 20TH NOVEMBER WINTER RACEDAY

WEDNESDAY 11TH DECEMBER CHRISTMAS RACEDAY