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Cheryl Litster-Smith
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Michael Smith
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Robert Whitelock
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Fiona Needham
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Mark Cameron
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WELCOME E TO HEXHAM
This evening’s meeting heralds the start of a busy period with 6 fixtures taking place in the next 7 weeks culminating on Sunday 22nd June with our popular “Ladies Day” We are extremely fortunate that 4 of the fixtures are run on a Saturday (dates on the back page of the race card), anyone considering booking hospitality for any of these meetings please do not hesitate to contact the office and book as there is limited availability
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY...
SATURDAY 10TH MAY 2025
HEART OF ALL ENGLAND RACEDAY
Gates Open. 1.00pm First Race. 4.05pm Last race. 6.50pm
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Brambl
50TH
HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
yrs
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mr M T Walford (26 wins from 112 runners, 23%) runs ALLBETSOFF & SONNING
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mr M T Walford (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs ALLBETSOFF & SONNING
Longest Traveller: JUBILEE GOLD trained by Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich, 233 miles.
1 ALLBETSOFF(IRE)(19)
B g Carlotamix (FR) - Longer Lashes (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) 9 11-9
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O New Vision Bloodstock & G B Walford
B John O’Brien
S Cube3 Construction Ltd
2 BARONDEMIDLETON(IRE)(28)
B g Brian Boru - Present Climate (IRE) (Presenting) 12 11-6
J Tom Midgley (3) E Blinkers
T Brian Ellison, Malton
O Brian Ellison Racing Club
B Aidan Aherne
S Brian Ellison Racing Limited
3 FOXEY(GB)
(19)
BgFoxwedge(AUS)-BlueLyric(RefuseToBend(IRE)) 10 11-6
J Mr John Dawson (5)
T Paul Collins, Saltburn-By-The-Sea
O Mr A. Barker
B Whitsbury Manor Stud
4 MATCHLESS(IRE)(35)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Bye Bye Birdie (IRE) (Oasis Dream) 7 11-6
J Sean Quinlan
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
O Mrs Ros Marriott
B Coolmore
E Cheek Pieces
S Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd
5 JUBILEEGOLD(IRE)(10)
B g Libertarian - Simplyonelady (IRE) (Old Vic) 9 11-1
J Luke Scott (5) E Cheek Pieces
T Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
O Mr Michael P. Tudor
B Daigh Rooney
S Coulthursts Ltd
6 KOPAKILANA(IRE)(209)
B g Milan - Kophinou (FR) (Mansonnien (FR)) 8 11-1
J Charlie Price (3) E Tongue Strap
T Maurice Barnes, Brampton
O Mr M. Barnes
B Mr R. Bryan
S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd
7 MRGLOBALIST(IRE)(24)
ChgHighlandReel(IRE)-Trimurti(USA)(Harlan’sHoliday(USA)) 6 11-1
J Peter Kavanagh (3) E Visor
T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
O Quinn
B Niarchos Family
TFRHHIII BHA96 FORM P30540- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of handicaps over this C&D (2-2 here) and at Uttoxeter last summer Shaped well on a couple of occasions since returning from a break/wind op but he looks up against it on these terms. 14Apr War 19f HcpH good 9/10 Highway One O Five (IRE) 14l 20Mar Seg 16f HcpH good 4/6 Klitschko 93/4l 4Mar Mkt 20f
TFRHHHHI BHA118
FORM 362P2P- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Rather hit-and-miss nowadays but there was a valid excuse (breathing problem) for his low-key display at Newcastle when returning from a break last month. Went close in a Kelso handicap hurdle on penultimate start and he’s the clear pick at the weights.
5Apr Nwc 16f HcpH good P/5 Anyharminasking (IRE)Sep24 Kel 20f HcpH good 2/8 Ashington 1/
l Sep24 Bgr 20f HcpC good P/8 Riskintheground (IRE) -
TFRHIIII BHA101
FORM PPPPPP- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Clear-cut winner of Exeter selling hurdle last spring but his subsequent form figures, both under Rules and between the flags, make for grim reading.
14Apr Hex 15f HcpC good P/9 Diamond Mix (IRE)May24 Hex 15f HcpC good P/9 Breizh River (FR)Apr24 Swl 20f HcpC good U/9 God’s Own Getaway (IRE) -
TFRHHHHH BHA109
FORM 144643- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who took advantage of drop in grade when landing a small-field Plumpton seller in November Below par since but, on the upside, he has a very realistic chance on these terms.
29Mar Str 18f Hdl good 3/6 Honneur d’Ajonc (FR) 103/
5Mar Cat 15f Hdl good 4/7 Collingham (GER) 91/
28Jan Nwc 16f HcpC soft 6/7 Coup de Coeur (FR) 14l
TFRHHHII BHA97
FORM 33/UP23- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to add to Fakenham maiden hurdle success gained almost 3 years ago but lightly-raced since and, to his credit, he has been placed on each of his 5 subsequent completions. Each-way claims.
23Apr Tnt 19f HcpH gd-fm 3/7 American Land (IRE) 41/2l 6Apr Plm 15f HcpH good 2/8 Tara Iti 3l
21Feb Exe 21f HcpH heavy P/14 Diamatiste (IRE) -
TFRHHIII BHA91
FORM 242203- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in bumpers but remains winless following 20 attempts in this sphere and meets the majority of these on less favourable terms than he would if this were a handicap.
Oct24 Kel 20f Hdl good 3/6 Jumping Susie (IRE) 21l Sep24 Seg 19f HcpH good 7/12 Jaramillo 19l Sep24 Bgr 19f HcpH good 2/10 Hawaii du Mestivel (FR) 91/2l
TFRHIIII BHA83
FORM 0UF602TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in Sedgefield novice on latest start in this sphere in March (well held on the Flat since) but that was his seventeenth start over hurdles and he’s to get his head front. Now tried in a visor 9Apr Cat 12f Hcp good 8/8 Stellarmasterpiece (FR) 13l 20Mar Seg 16f Hdl good 2/7 Lawmans Blis (IRE) 13l 22Feb Nwc 16f HcpH gd-sf 10/11 The Best Way (FR) 70l
8 SONNING(IRE)(14)
GrgTheGurkha(IRE)-MoonEmpress(FR)(RainbowQuest(USA)) 7 11-1
J Brian Hughes
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner
B Mr B. Minde
S Titan Resource Management
9 BRAVEBAIRN(FR)(724)
BmBraveMansonnien(FR)-MissLaveron(FR)(Laveron) 9 10-8
J Bruce Lynn
T Catch Bissett, Leslie
O Bissett Racing
B Dr V. M. Guiot & Dr V. B. Stoffel
S Tote
TFRHHIII BHA103
FORM 151//050- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicap hurdler at best but has failed to beat a rival home both starts for new yard following a break, including when returning to this sphere at Carlisle a fortnight ago.
19Apr Car 19f HcpH good 8/8 Rickety Gate 12l 8Apr Pon 12f Hcp good 10/10 Letmeseethecolts 61l Oct24 Seg 16f HcpC gd-sf 5/5 Noble Anthem (IRE) 25l
TFRHIIII BHA71 FORM 630/03/P/-
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t managed to trouble the judge in 9 career starts overall and hasn’t been seen out subsequent to being pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Kelso almost 2 years ago.
May23 Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf P/12 Balkalin (FR)Mar23 Car 17f HcpH heavy 3/5 Toughasoldboots (IRE) 31/2l Feb23 Ayr 20f HcpH gd-sf 10/11 Lone Star 43l
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: WOTYOUDUNNOW BUDDY (IRE) 6 11 1 Nathan Moscrop 11-4 (Susan Corbett) 7 ran
Stewards Note: BARON DE MIDLETON: Following its run on 5/4/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. FOXEY: Following its run on 14/4/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Baron de Midleton (IRE), 5-2 Matchless (IRE), 11-2 Jubilee Gold (IRE), 12-1 Sonning (IRE), 16-1 Allbetsoff (IRE), 22-1 Kopa Kilana (IRE), 40-1 Mr Globalist (IRE), 50-1 Foxey (GB), 66-1 Brave Bairn (FR)
Though there are misgivings where both MATCHLESS and Baron De Midleton are concerned, it’s nevertheless highly likely that they will come to the fore in this contest. The latter is the clear pick at the weights but he’s at the veteran stage now and it remains to be seen if this drop back to 2m will aid his cause, a factor which helps tilt the scales in the favour of Matchless. Of the others, Jubilee Gold is the most appealing.
THE BOBBY ROBERTS MEMORIAL
MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mr M T Walford (26 wins from 112 runners, 23%) runs DARTMOUTH STAR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S England (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs BANDERAS
Longest Traveller: DESTINATION DUBAI trained by David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold, 281 miles.
1 BANDERAS(IRE)
(26)
ChgLopedeVega(IRE)-GlamorousApproach(IRE) 5 11-4
J Jonathan England
T Sam England, Guiseley
O Team Antonio
B Ballylinch Stud
S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
2 BERRYEDGE(IRE)(14)
B g Mukhadram - Amaany 7 11-4
J Joshua Thompson (7)
T David Thompson, Darlington
O Elliott Brothers And Peacock
B Coolawn Stud
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 5-
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched second success on the Flat when narrowly landing a 1 3/4m Wolverhampton handicap in December However he was a shade disappointing over the same C&D last month and there were few positives to take from his hurdles debut at Doncaster in February 7Apr Wol 14f Hcp stand 5/8 Slowdownbarney (IRE)
(FR) nose
S Ebac Ltd TFRHIIII BHAFORM 5-
3 DESTINATIONDUBAI(IRE)(28)
B g Sandmason - Mrs Mouse (IRE) 6 11-4
J Kielan Woods E Tongue Strap
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
O The Reserved Judgment Partnership
B James Keegan
S Pragnell
4 FLATJACK(GB)(-)
B g Kayf Tara - Lady of Yue 6 11-4
J Sean Quinlan
T Peter Niven, Malton O Hale Racing Limited
B Cashel Rock Bloodstock Ltd
5 KIDSSAYLASTGOJOE(FR)(36)
Ch g Balko (FR) - Daya Win (FR) 5 11-4
J Brian Hughes
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O Mr Joe Buzzeo
B Emmanuel Rocton, Bruno Bertin & Alsin Co
S Newcastle Flooring Company Limited
6 SWASHBUCKLER(GB)(165)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Majestic Jasmine (IRE) 6 11-4
J Charlie Price (3) E Tongue Strap
T Maurice Barnes, Brampton
O Mr M. Barnes
B John Kenny
S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd
7 TOPFLIGHTCENTURY(FR)(11)
B g The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Wild Blossom (GER) 4 10-12
J Nathan Moscrop
T Adam Nicol, Seahouses
O Mr P. Bamford
B Gestut Romerhof
S R & E Bamford Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple winner on the Flat but didn’t leave the impression that his prospects in this sphere are particularly bright when a well-beaten fifth in a 19.3f Carlisle novice a fortnight ago.
19Apr Car 19f Hdl good 5/7 Bel Amigo (FR) 35l 14Feb Nwc 10f Hcp stand 8/12 Rock Armour
Dec24 Nwc 10f Hcp stand 6/8 Humble
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM P/P4112- D
TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in maiden points but has made a bright start under Rules, landing bumpers at Hereford (for Alastair Ralph) and Warwick prior to finishing a fine second in an Aintree Grade 2 last month. Will prove hard to beat granted a clear round on this hurdles debut.
5Apr Ain 16f NHF good 2/15 Green Splendour 23/4
9Mar War 16f NHF good 1/14 Settle Down Jill (IRE)
Nov24 Her 16f NHF gd-sf 1/8 Kefir d’Oudairies (FR) 3l
TFRHIIII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW £6,000 3-y-o out of an 11.6f/1 1/2m winner who stayed 2m, herself a half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/ useful chaser (stayed 21f) Tonto’s Spirit. Entitled to come on for the run.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHIIII BHA-
FORM 415U- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Balko gelding who showed benefit of his debut and settled better ridden from the front when winning 5-runner bumper at Catterick in November However, he was safely held starting out over hurdles at Newcastle and then failed to complete on first run following a wind op at Wetherby 28Mar Wet 16f Hdl good U/12 Sir Galahad (IRE)16Jan Nwc 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/9 Broderick (IRE) 37l Nov24 Cat 15f NHF good 1/5 Mighty Gesture (IRE) 7l
TFRHIIII BHA83 FORM 0F0/P0-
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 8 appearances on the Flat and has shown little in this sphere to date.
Nov24 Car 17f Hdl soft 11/12
TFRHIIII BHA-
FORM 04-
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat for Sir Mark Prescott and, having failed to make an impact in a couple of novice events at Kelso last month, he’s probably more one for handicaps further down the line.
8 BLAKELEYRISE(GB)
(9)
Ch m Sixties Icon - Fellini 5 10-11
J Danny McMenamin
T Chris Grant, Billingham
O Mr Derrick Mossop
B Mickley Stud & Derrick Mossop
S Jacksons Timber Ltd
9
GETAWAYFRANKIE(IRE)(14)
B m Getaway (GER) - Dear Frankie (IRE) 6 10-11
J Conor Rabbitt (5)
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O Mr Graeme Vipond
B Gareth Adair
S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
10
MYMYMYDELILAH(GB)(53)
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Dilys Thomas (IRE) 5 10-11
J Ross Chapman
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Tor Side Racing and A McCormack
B James and Jean Potter Ltd
11 SAXONSTAR(IRE)(28)
B m Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Wishing Star (IRE) 5 10-11
J Craig Nichol E Blinkers
T Brian Ellison, Malton
O Mr Chris Lowther & Mr Joseph Bell
B Mr Andrew McNally
S Brian Ellison Racing Limited
12 SHEWON’TMIND(GB)
(11)
Ch m Mount Nelson - Makadamia
7 10-11
J Harry Reed E Hood
T Tim Reed, Hexham
O Paul Davies John Raglan Beswick Brothers
B Upton Viva Stud
S Fitzdares Limited
13
ZEEZEE(IRE)(19)
B m Yeats (IRE) - Sheestown (IRE) 6 10-11
J Bruce Lynn E Hood
T Pauline Robson, Capheaton
O Mr Semore Kurdi
B Mr P. J. W. Byrne
14 DARTMOUTHSTAR(GB)(36)
B f Dartmouth - Marienstar (IRE) 4 10-5
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O Mr Garry Ambrose
B Garry Ambrose & Kevin Taylor
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 456P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers and his recent hurdles debut at Perth was a write-off, pulled up shortly after his saddle slipped approaching the first flight.
24Apr Per 20f Hdl gd-sf P/7 Mongibello11Mar Seg 16f NHF good 6/8 Ce Mi Run (IRE) 25l 28Jan Nwc 16f NHF st-sl 5/9 Blue Betty 12l
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 034P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in last 2 bumper starts, including when fourth at Kelso (16.2f, good) in September She made an inauspicious start over hurdles back from a break at Carlisle recently, though.
19Apr Car 19f Hdl good P/7 Bel Amigo (FR)Sep24 Kel 16f NHF good 4/7 Beyond
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 422-
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown ability on each of her 3 starts in bumpers, clear of the rest when chasing home a decent type at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) in March. Place possibilities now hurdling, provided that her jumping passes the test.
11Mar Seg 16f NHF good 2/8 Ce Mi Run (IRE) 4
11Feb Ayr 16f NHF soft 2/4 Royal Hillsborough (IRE) 33/
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 30/43TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in minor events/handicaps on the Flat during the winter and similar form in bumpers. Hurdles debut third at Newcastle (20.3f, good) wasn’t completely devoid of promise, though, and that experience won’t be wasted on her 5Apr Nwc 20f Hdl good 3/7 Small Town Kid (IRE) 14l 15Feb Nwc 16f Hcp
TFRHHHII BHA83
FORM 05/00P0-
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who produced just about her best effort yet under Rules when ninth of 14 in a mares’ handicap at Kelso (21f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Dropping back in trip here should help and she’s another with an each-way chance.
22Apr Kel 20f HcpH good 9/14 Rose of Kalanisi (IRE) 17l Dec24 Fkn 23f HcpH gd-sf P/9 Star Legend (IRE)Nov24 Ayr 16f Hdl good 9/12 Saracen Beau (IRE) 39l
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 00-
TIMEFORM VIEW Judged on what she’s showed in a Newcastle bumper and a C&D novice hurdle, this 6-y-o is hard to warm to.
14Apr Hex 16f Hdl good 8/12 That One 38l 28Jan Nwc 16f NHF st-sl 7/9 Blue Betty 15l
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 6-
TIMEFORM VIEW Little to shout about in a Wetherby bumper on debut and will need to leave that well behind if she’s to emerge on top.
28Mar Wet 16f NHF good 6/10 Wandering Ego (IRE) 45l
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2024: (DIV I) WILFUL (IRE) 5 11 8 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 4-6 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 12 ran 2024: (DIV II) LIGHTNING FLASH (IRE) 4 10 9 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-4 (Nigel Twiston Davies) 11 ran
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.
Stewards Note: BLAKELEY RISE: Following its run on 24/4/2025 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped. GETAWAY FRANKIE: Following its run on 19/4/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad error and lost action.
Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Destination Dubai (IRE), 10-1 My My My Delilah (GB), 11-1 She Won’t Mind (GB), 12-1 Saxon Star (IRE), 22-1 Getaway Frankie (IRE), 33-1 Kids Say Lastgojoe (FR), Top Flight Century (FR), 40-1 Banderas (IRE), Dartmouth Star (GB), 50-1 Flat Jack (GB), Zeezee (IRE), 66-1 Berry Edge (IRE), 300-1 Swashbuckler (GB), Blakeley Rise (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Judged on his bumper exploits, DESTINATION DUBAI is head and shoulders above these rivals and, provided his jumping passes the test, a winning hurdles debut is on the cards here. She Won’t Mind showed better signs on her latest start and she shades preference ahead of My My My Delilah and Saxon Star for forecast purposes.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.
RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE
Hexham Racecourse employs veterinary surgeons whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse.
In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the Racecourse’s Veterinary team.
Qualified Paramedics and Doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey.
If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving the treatment.
This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment.
British racing has reduced the number of horses that fall by a third and fatalities to 0.25% of 90,000 yearly runners.
THE L&R PEST CONTROL SERVICES
LIMITED HANDICAP
STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500
Owners Prize Money 1st £6664 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667 4th £833 5th £416.(Penalty Value £8713.65)
Weights raised 9lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (13 wins from 117 runners, 11%) runs SUNSET HILL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (12 wins from 60 runners, 20%) runs SHAKEYATAILFEATHER
Longest Traveller: FIRST STREET trained by N Henderson, Lambourn, 286 miles.
1 FIRSTSTREET(GB)(49)
B g Golden Horn - Ladys First 8 11-10
J Brian Hughes E Tongue Strap
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
O Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford
B Lady Bamford
2 BENSON(GB)(22)
B g Beat Hollow - Karla June 10 11-5
J Craig Nichol
T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
E Cheek Pieces
O Mr Ken McGarrity
B Netherfield House Stud
S Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd
3 SHAKEYATAILFEATHER(IRE)(13)
B m Workforce - Benefit Lodge (IRE) 6 11-0
J Kielan Woods
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
O Mr T. C. McKeever
B Knockhouse Stud Ltd
S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warks & Northants) Ladbrokes
4
COQOLINO(FR)(35)
B g French Fifteen (FR) - Classic Angel (GER) 10 10-12
J Kevin Brogan E Tongue Strap
T Ben Haslam, Middleham
O Mr John P. McManus
B S.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis Saint Germain
5 SUNSETHILL(IRE)(16)
Gr m Kingston Hill - Sunset Times (IRE) 6 10-12
J Nathan Moscrop
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Ian Turnbull,AndyBell,MikeSevers,Corbett
B Miss Mary R. Barry
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
6 HALPHASOLEIL(FR)(19)
Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) 8 10-5
J Jamie Hamilton E Cheek Pieces
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O T I S PARTNERSHIP
B S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R
S Micky Hammond Racing
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
TFRHHHHI BHA127 FORM 0/45442- D
TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time hurdles winner but hasn’t reached the same level over fences this term, a respectable second of 5 in handicap chase at Kempton (18f, good to soft) 49 days ago. Well in the mix though off an easing mark.
15Mar Kmp 18f HcpC good 2/5 Teddy Blue (GER) 3
/
Dec24 Kmp 20f HcpC good 4/8 Leader In The Park (IRE) 4l Oct24 Kmp 16f Hdl good 4/8 Rubaud (FR) 11l
TFRHHIII BHA122
FORM P40P66- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Well handicapped on best form but been well below form over hurdles and fences this term, having a wind op before sixth in 2m5f Ayr handicap hurdle last time. Goes back chasing with it to prove.
11Apr Ayr 21f HcpH gd-sf 6/10 The Four Sixes (IRE) 17l
3Feb Car 15f HcpC soft 6/6 Galunggung (FR) 17l 1Jan Mus 19f HcpH soft P/6 Bold Light (IRE) -
TFRHHHHH BHA117
FORM 404211- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a hat-trick after handicap chase wins at Cheltenham and Plumpton (19.8f, good) last month. Progressing well recently so big shout.
20Apr Plm 19f HcpC good 1/8 Siam Park (IRE) s.h 17Apr Chl 16f HcpC good 1/6 Somespring Special (IRE) 41/4l 7Mar Lei 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/6 Party Vibes (IRE) 13/4
TFRHHIII BHA115
FORM 223654-
TIMEFORM VIEW Is 0-18 and he came in last of 4 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Hard to make a case for.
29Mar Utt 20f HcpC good 4/4 King Arise (IRE) 66l 13Feb Nwc 20f HcpC gd-sf 5/5 Yealand (IRE) 41l 16Jan Nwc 20f HcpC gd-sf 6/8 Rattling Road (IRE) 11l
TFRHHHII BHA115
FORM 255320TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who turned in a rare below-par effort when tenth in 2m4f handicap hurdle at Cheltenham 16 days ago. Goes over fences now and she can’t be discounted.
17Apr Chl 20f HcpH good 10/16 Greyval (FR) 13l
22Mar Kel 16f HcpH gd-sf 2/12 Leloopa (IRE) 8l
8Mar Ayr 21f HcpH soft 3/11 Ruby Island 13l
TFRHHHII BHA102
FORM 554220- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form without winning over fences this season. Only tenth here back hurdling 19 days ago but the sort to bounce back in this sphere despite being 6lb out of the handicap.
14Apr Hex 20f HcpH good 10/12 Blakey Boy (IRE) 49l 25Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/6 Jet Legs (IRE) 1l 13Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/11 Divas Doyen (IRE) 1/2l
2024: PLAYFUL SAINT (FR) 9 11 5 Fergus Gillard 6-1 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran
Stewards Note: COQOLINO: Following its run on 29/3/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 First Street (GB), Shakeyatailfeather (IRE), 12-1 Sunset Hill (IRE), 14-1 Halpha Soleil (FR), 16-1 Coqolino (FR), 20-1 Benson (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Dan Skelton’s mare SHAKEYATAILFEATHER is thriving at present so can defy another 4lb rise in the weights here to complete a quick hat-trick. First Street is still to get his head in front over fences but rates much the biggest threat off a handy-looking mark with chasing newcomer Sunset Hill not totally discounted either
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CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
for four yrs old and
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (20 wins from 84 runners, 24%) runs SMOKERINGINTHEDARK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) runs SMOKERINGINTHEDARK
Longest Traveller: MOON CHIME trained by David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold, 281 miles.
1 HORNCAPE(FR)(33)
Gr g Fame And Glory - Capstone (FR) 8 12-1
J Kevin Brogan
T Ben Haslam, Middleham
O Mr John P. McManus
B M.L. Bloodstock Ltd
2 MOONCHIME(GB)(29)
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Bella (FR) 7 11-11
J Kielan Woods
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
O DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson
B Peel Bloodstock
S Pragnell
3 SMOKERINGINTHEDARK(IRE)(55)
B g Shantou (USA) - Res Ipsa Loquitur (IRE) 5 11-3
J Danny McMenamin
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O Eddie Melville & Kenny Haughey
B Victor Connolly
S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
4 FOUROFAKIND(IRE)(126)
B or Br g Make Believe - In The House (IRE) 6 11-0
J Sean Quinlan E Cheek Pieces
T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
O Mrs G Jenkinson and Mrs B Butterworth
B Mr Kahlil DeBurca & Nawara Stud Ltd.
S A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
5 KLITSCHKO(GB)(9)
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Arctic Actress 7 10-13
J Brian Hughes E Tongue Strap
T Lucinda Hughes, Carlton-In-Cleveland
O Mrs L Hughes
B Mr A J Davenhill & Mrs A L Davenhill
6 WELLEDUCATED(IRE)(14)
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Collegeofknowledge 9 10-9
J Jonathon Bewley
T George Bewley, Colby
O Annett and Mandle
B Mrs Jennifer O’Neill
S Lloyd Ltd
7 HOURLESS(GB)(25)
B g Time Test - Poly Pomona 5 10-2
J Mr John Dixon (7) E Tongue Strap
T John Dixon, Carlisle
O Mrs S. F. Dixon
B Mr W. A. Tinkler
S Messrs J Dixon & Son
TFRHHHII BHA131
FORM 21/2036- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who thrived on testing ground in 2023/24, winning 3 times. Still on the up when finishing narrow second at Kelso (having looked the winner) in May and fitter for comeback when third at Newcastle in February Lesser effort last time needs shrugging aside. 31Mar Nwc 20f HcpH good 6/6 Fingal’s Hill (IRE) 51l 22Feb Nwc 16f HcpH gd-sf 3/10 Bust A Move (FR) 7
Dec24 Kel 16f HcpH soft 8/9 Cracking Rhapsody (IRE) 41l
TFRHHHHI BHA127
FORM 11/431B- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced excellent strike rate with a taking success in 7-runner handicap at Stratford in March. Wasn’t going that well when brought down at Aintree a month ago but this an easier race 4Apr Ain 16f HcpH good B/17 She’s A Saint (IRE)10Mar Str 16f HcpH gd-sf 1/7 Balhambar (FR) 9l 19Feb Lud 15f HcpH gd-sf 3/9 Continuance 71/2l
TFRHHHII BHA119
FORM 2143-
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in his only outing in Irish points and showed a good attitude in going one better in maiden at Musselburgh (19.8f) on hurdling debut in December Not quite in the same form twice since over contrasting trips and opening mark asks for more.
9Mar Car 17f Hdl gd-sf 3/10 Bel Amigo (FR) 10
1Feb Mus 23f Hdl gd-sf 4/5 Intense Approach 21l Dec24 Mus 19f Hdl gd-sf 1/4 Jet To Vegas (IRE)
TFRHHHHI BHA116
FORM 011455- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from the Flat ahead of latest win in hurdle at Perth in September Exploits since suggest he’s in good form without having anything in hand of his current mark.
Dec24 Cat 19f HcpH good 5/7 Achille des Rocs (FR) 43/
TFRHHHII BHA115
FORM 5/54410- D
TIMEFORM VIEW In-and-out performer in 6 runs for current yard though on a “going” day delivering more off the bridle to score in a handicap for the first time (Sedgefield, 16.8f) in March. In nothing like the same form at Perth since.
24Apr Per 16f HcpH gd-sf 10/14 Imaginarium (IRE) 24l 20Mar Seg 16f HcpH good 1/6 Synchronist (IRE) 11/4l 26Jan Seg 16f HcpH soft 4/9 Telhimlisten (IRE) 12l
TFRHHHHH BHA111
FORM 043650- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored in quick succession here and at Kelso last May Running only respectably to end 2024 but almost certainly needed reappearance at Haydock a fortnight ago and he’s now below last winning mark. Fancied to step up markedly on that.
19Apr Hay 15f HcpH good 7/7 Givemefive (IRE) 21l Nov24 Car 17f HcpH soft 5/9 Disco Annie (IRE) 5l Oct24 Car 17f HcpH gd-sf 6/11 To Chase A Dream
TFRHHIII BHA99
FORM U/U4063- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair juvenile hurdle winner for Alan King but has still to offer serious hope for current connections, acknowledging latest third at Carlisle was more like it. 5lb out of the weights.
8Apr Car 19f HcpH good 3/6 Willaston (IRE) 3l
25Mar Hex 16f HcpH gd-sf 6/8 Lawrenny 81/4l Dec24 Cat 19f HcpH good 7/7 Achille des Rocs (FR) 18l
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES (FR) 7 10 9 Henry Brooke 4-1 (Brian Ellison) 10 ran
Stewards Note:
HORN CAPE: Following its run on 31/3/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Moon Chime (GB), 7-2 Smokeringinthedark (IRE), 13-2 Fourofakind (IRE), 8-1 Horn Cape (FR), Well Educated (IRE), 10-1 Klitschko (GB), 20-1 Hourless (GB) PLAY SMARTER
WELL EDUCATED will have needed his reappearance a fortnight ago and with that under his belt, he could be worth risking from what is a handy mark. Moon Chime ran in a much better race than this last time so he’s an obvious threat, with Fourofakind likely to give his running.
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THE NEIGH WAY LAURA STEWART’S 60 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS
5)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9950
Owners Prize Money 1st £4019 2nd £2009 3rd £1005 4th £502, 5th £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (20 wins from 84 runners, 24%) runs AM STILL HERE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) runs AM STILL HERE
Longest Traveller: CAVE HILL trained by Ian Duncan, Coylton, 123 miles.
1 TOPOFTHEBAY(IRE)(14)
B g Doyen (IRE) - Bay Dove 8 12-0
J Tom Midgley (3) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Sam England, Guiseley
O Mr G. Malanga
B James Reeves
S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
2 RIBEYE(GB)(28)
B g Lucarno (USA) - Elusive Swallow 10 11-9
J Danny McMenamin
T Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
O Mrs Lucinda Atkinson
B Michael Broad
3 GLENTRUAN(IRE)
(29)
B g Getaway (GER) - Mac Idol (IRE) 10 11-6
J Kielan Woods
T Michael Flannery, Ireland
O Michael Flannery
B M. F. Condon
4
DIVASDOYEN(IRE)(39)
B m Doyen (IRE) - Sleeping Diva (FR) 8 11-4
J Bruce Lynn
T Sandy Forster, Kelso
O The Unlikely Tenors
B Cyril O’Hara
5 EBONYJADE(IRE)(103)
E Cheek Pieces
TFRHHHHH BHA97 FORM 3/4P221-
TIMEFORM VIEW Doyen gelding who cemented bright start made for new yard with cheekpieces refitted when readily accounting for 9 rivals in novices’ handicap chase at Carlisle (20.9f) 2 weeks ago. Fancied to be competitive again from revised mark.
19Apr Car 20f HcpC good 1/10 Great Ballinboris (FR) 8
5Apr Nwc 20f HcpC good 2/4 Pure Surf (IRE)
3Mar Nwc 20f HcpC good 2/7 Flash du Pistolet (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA92
FORM 312F03- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Musselburgh in December and stepped up on a recent run when 3 lengths third of 4 to Pure Surf in handicap chase (9/4) at Newcastle (20.1f good) 28 days ago, plugging on from 3 out. Possibilities from same mark.
5Apr Nwc 20f HcpC good 3/4 Pure Surf (IRE) 3l
23Mar Car 24f HcpC good 9/14 Red Happy (FR) 40l
31Jan Cat 25f HcpC soft F/9 The Paddy Pie (IRE) -
TFRHHHII BHA89
FORM 005000- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Irresolute performer who is winless since dead-heating over hurdles in 2021 and not been pulling up any trees over fences in recent months. Needs to get back on track with headgear discarded.
4Apr Wex 19f HcpC yd-sf 11/16 On The Tide (IRE) 52l
13Mar Lim 22f HcpC gd-yd 10 Maciver (IRE) 40l Oct24 Gow 18f HcpC good 10 Finnians Row (IRE) 40l
TFRHHHII BHA87
FORM 224413- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark at Carlisle (20f) in November and career-best display when adding to his tally over C&D in March. Found life tougher from out of the weights when third back here 39 days ago and this rates a more suitable assignment.
25Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 3/6 Jet Legs (IRE) 26l
13Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/11 Halpha Soleil (FR) 1/2l 16Feb Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf 4/9 Minella Youngy (IRE) 17l
TFRHHIII BHA86
FORM 0000/PP-
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Letitia’s Gain (IRE) 7 11-3
J Jonathan England
T Sam England, Guiseley
O Mrs Alexandra Matthews
B Raymond Gilmore
S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
6 PURESURF(IRE)(11)
Ch m Frammassone (IRE) - Eventide 9 11-0
J Miss Pippa Brown (7) E Cheek Pieces
T Victor Thompson, Alnwick
O Mr V. Thompson
B Mrs Breda Ryan
7 AMSTILLHERE(IRE)(51)
B g Kingston Hill - Elle Est Milan (IRE) 6 10-11
J Sean Quinlan E Cheek Pieces
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O Cheltenham For Breakfast
B Mr S. Gorman
S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form over hurdles in Ireland and very little to shout about in 2 spins for this yard during the winter again failing to complete when pulled up at Warwick (19f) in January Hopes pinned on a switch to chasing bring about a significant upturn. Market can guide.
20Jan War 19f HcpH gd-sf P/16 Ideallko (FR)Dec24 Don 16f HcpH gd-sf P/8 Gentleman Bill (IRE)Apr24 Naa 23f HcpH sf-hv 12 Oneforgonzo (IRE) 42l
TFRHHHII BHA83
FORM 345125- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner for Iain Jardine in summer 2023 and belatedly opened chase account at Newcastle (2 1/2m, good) where she was given a sound tactical ride at the start of last month. Seemingly overdid forcing tactics at Kelso (20f) 11 days ago and bounce back distinctly possible. 22Apr Kel 20f HcpC good 5/9 The Jad Factor (IRE) 26l 11Apr Seg 19f HcpC good 2/5 Beny Nahar Road (IRE) nk 5Apr Nwc 20f HcpC good 1/4 Top of The Bay (IRE) 1/2l
TFRHHHHI BHA80
FORM 56/0202-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who matched previous best in first-time cheekpieces when second of 13 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at this course (16.2f) 51 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently Interesting now his attentions switch to chasing for in-form yard. 13Mar Hex
8 FOLLOWYOURARROW(FR)(211)
B or Br g Crillon (FR) - Rakane Rouge (FR) 9 10-10
J Jonathon Bewley
T George Bewley, Colby
O Annett, Todd and Eales
B Mr Xavier Leredde
S Lloyd Ltd
9 CAVEHILL(GB)(33)
Ch g Universal (IRE) - Belfast Central (IRE) 6 10-8
J Alan Doyle (5) E Tongue Strap
T Ian Duncan, Coylton
O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan
B Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair
S Ian Duncan Racing
10 DERRACRIN(GB)(25)
Ch g Mustajeeb - Transvaal Sky
J Lorcan Murtagh
T Barry Murtagh, Carlisle
O Mr James Proudfoot
B Whatcote Farm Stud
8 10-2
TFRHHIII BHA79
FORM PP/540P- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came over C&D in June 2022 and he wasn’t threatening when last seen, pulled up returned to this C&D when last seen in October Percentage call to look elsewhere on this first start for 7 months.
Oct24 Hex 20f HcpC good P/10 Shadows In The Sky (IRE)Jun24 Cml 21f HcpC good 7/12 Isholo du Vivien (FR) 24l Jun24 Hex 20f HcpC soft 4/7 Backbyjet (IRE) 81/4l
TFRHHHII BHA77
FORM 515345- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account from a basement mark over hurdles at Newcastle (20.3f) in December Respectable enough efforts next 2 starts over hurdles but no short-term encouragement to glean from either of his chase exploits at Newcastle so far this spring.
31Mar Nwc 20f HcpC good 5/7 Empty Nest (IRE) 19l 3Mar Nwc 20f HcpC good 4/7 Flash du Pistolet (IRE) 31l 11Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 3/8 Upfordebate (IRE) 101/2l
TFRHHIII BHA69
FORM 5/1P/P66- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning chase debut over C&D in spring 2023 but seen only a handful of time since and hard to derive much encouragement from chase/hurdles exploits in recent months. Passed over from out of the weights.
8Apr Car 19f HcpH good 6/7 Show No Fear (IRE) 38l 13Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 6/11 Divas Doyen (IRE) 25l 17Feb Car 19f HcpH gd-sf P/10 C’Est Different (FR) -
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: THE WHITE VOLCANO (IRE) 12 10 10 Ross Chapman 17-2 (Wilf Storey) 13 ran
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Top of The Bay (IRE), 9-2 Am Still Here (IRE), 13-2 Ribeye (GB), 7-1 Divas Doyen (IRE), 10-1 Pure Surf (IRE), 14-1 Cave Hill (GB), 18-1 Glentruan (IRE), 22-1 Ebony Jade (IRE), Follow Your Arrow (FR), 40-1 Derracrin (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
TOP OF THE BAY cemented the positive start made since switching yards when running out a good winner at Carlisle a couple of weeks ago and he looks a big player again from his revised mark. Am Still Here following a good second over hurdles also appeals now his attentions switch to larger obstacles. Ribeye and Divas Doyen complete the dangers.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TOP OF THE BAY (IRE) 2.AM STILL HERE (IRE) 3.RIBEYE
THE HARRY DOUGLAS ESTATE AGENCY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 5)
Leading course trainer (20-25): G Bewley (12 wins from 143 runners, 8%) runs LIGHTS ARE GREEN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S England (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs COULDBEAWEAPON
Weightwatcher: C’EST QUELQU’UN won off a handicap mark of 101, his rating is now down 7lb to 94
Longest Traveller: COULDBEAWEAPON trained by S England, Guiseley, 117 miles.
1 SUPERCITIZEN(GB)(11)
B g Multiplex - Kallithea (IRE) 11 12-0
J Brian Hughes
T Lucinda Hughes, Carlton-In-Cleveland
O Mrs L Hughes
B Mrs A. M. O’Sullivan
2 COMMUNITYREBEL(IRE)(33)
B g Asian Heights - Cnocbui Cailin (IRE) 9 11-10
J Ryan Mania E Cheek Pieces
T James Ewart, Langholm
O The Craig Farm Syndicate
B Mr James O’Donovan
S Fitzdares
3 LIGHTSAREGREEN(IRE)(176)
B g Califet (FR) - Katjakem (IRE) 8 11-8
J Jonathon Bewley
T George Bewley, Colby
O Holland and Bewley
B John Hennessy
S Lloyd Ltd
4
C’ESTQUELQU’UN(FR)(22)
Bl g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Sangrilla (FR) 8 11-8
J Alan Doyle (5)
T Andrew Hamilton, Carluke
O Mr A. B. Hamilton
B Mr Jean-Pierre Marquet
5 DRSHIROCCO(IRE)(19)
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE) 10 11-1
J Bruce Lynn
T Sandy Forster, Kelso
O I I F T F
B J. P. King & P. Turley
6
COULDBEAWEAPON(IRE)(22)
Ch g Mahler - Wild Fuchsia (IRE) 8 11-1
J Jonathan England
T Sam England, Guiseley
O NMUS
B David O’Sullivan
S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
7 ROBROYMACGREGOR(IRE)(56)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Miss Baloo (IRE) 7 11-0
J Craig Nichol E Cheek Pieces
T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
O Mr Ken McGarrity
B Mr K. D. Cotter
S Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd
TFRHHHHI BHA100 FORM 335312- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who deservedly got his head back in front in a 4-runner Carlisle handicap (24.5f good) last month. Creditable second at Kelso since and should give another good account.
22Apr Kel 23f HcpC good 2/8 Heroique de Maulde (FR)3
8Apr Car 24f HcpC good 1/4 Whosmydaddy (IRE)
20Mar Seg 26f HcpC good 3/6 Old Page (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA96
FORM 1P//562P- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Low mileage point/hurdles winner who made a decent start over fences when a back-to-form second at Newcastle in March. However ran poorly when well backed in this headgear there later that month so needs to bounce back 31Mar Nwc 23f HcpC good P/7 Mobile Mamma (IRE)15Mar Nwc 23f HcpC gd-sf 2/6 Halfway House Lad 2
5Feb Seg 27f HcpH gd-sf 6/12 Ocean Legacy (IRE) 27l
TFRHHIII BHA94
FORM 441P56- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Narrow winner of a handicap chase at Cartmel last summer but it was a low-key 2024 otherwise. Off 6 months and others preferred.
Nov24 Hex 24f HcpC good 6/9 Return Fire (IRE) 49l Oct24 Kel 25f HcpH gd-sf 5/6 Maura Jeanne 11l Aug24 Per 23f HcpC good P/12 Jimli’s Island -
TFRHHHHH BHA94
FORM 363533-
TIMEFORM VIEW Now 13 runs since his last win in 2023 but went close from 3lb out of the handicap at Sedgefield 3 weeks ago so claims off the same mark back down in class.
11Apr Seg 26f HcpC good 3/6 Chemical Warfare (IRE) s.h 3Apr Seg 26f HcpC good 3/6 Old Page (IRE) 3l 13Mar Hex 31f HcpC gd-sf 5/10 Betterforeveryone 23l
TFRHHHHI BHA87
FORM 014566- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over C&D a year ago (second win here) and left low-key reappearance behind when scoring at Musselburgh (23.6f, good to soft) in November Excuses last 2 starts so not taken lightly back on a winning mark.
14Apr Hex 24f HcpC good 6/14 Kicksaftersix (IRE) 23l 13Mar Hex 31f HcpC gd-sf 6/10 Betterforeveryone 23l 16Feb Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 5/8 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE) 41/2l
TFRHHHII BHA87
FORM 36P/064-
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m winner over hurdles but just modest form at best in this sphere and only fourth of 5 at Sedgefield on yard debut/return 3 weeks ago. 11Apr Seg 19f HcpC good 4/5 Beny Nahar Road (IRE)
Sep24 War 20f HcpC gd-sf 6/13 Smurfette 23l Jul24 Wor 20f HcpC good 9/13 A Definite Getaway (IRE) 26l
TFRHHHII BHA86
FORM P5/0PP3TIMEFORM VIEW Tumbled down the weights and posted best effort for some time when third of 16 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (24.3f, heavy, 25/1) 56 days ago. Claims if building on that on belated chase bow 8Mar Ayr 24f HcpH
8 KICKSAFTERSIX(IRE)(19)
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Astalanda (FR) 9 10-13
J Sean Quinlan
T Martin Todhunter, Penrith
O Coniston Old Men Syndicate
B Martin McDermott
S Tote
9 HALFWAYHOUSELAD(GB)(19)
B g Recharge (IRE) - Pezula 6 10-9
J E Tongue Strap
T Maurice Barnes, Brampton
O Halfway House Syndicate
B Mrs J. Weston
S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd
10 LADYHAMILTON(IRE)(14)
TFRHHHHI BHA85 FORM 222541- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Both career wins have come here, including when beating Halfway House Lad by 4 1/2 lengths on his first try over 3m 19 days ago. 7lb higher now but must be respected kept to this trip.
14Apr Hex 24f HcpC good 1/14 Halfway House Lad 4
31Mar Nwc 20f HcpC good 4/7 Empty Nest (IRE) 17l Nov24 Seg 21f HcpC good 5/8 Pep Talking
TFRHHHHI BHA81 FORM 043112- CD
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives at the top of his game and did plenty in front when denied only by the patiently-ridden Kicksaftersix when bidding for the hat-trick over C&D last month. Building up a solid record here and remains of interest.
B m Teofilo (IRE) - Heartily (IRE) 6 10-2
J Peter Kavanagh (3)
T Wilf Storey Consett
O Mr C. M Clark
B Godolphin
11 MUROOR(GB)(30)
Ch g Nayef (USA) - Raaya (USA) 12 10-2
J Danny McMenamin E Cheek Pieces
T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
O Quinn
TFRHIIII BHA71 FORM 305050TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 runs and found the switch to chasing all too much at Carlisle 2 weeks ago. 3lb out of the handicap.
19Apr Car 20f HcpC good 7/10 Top of The Bay (IRE) 43l 5Apr Nwc 23f HcpH good 5/9 Heather Honey 13l Nov24 Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited TFRHIIII BHA69 FORM 33060PTIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who’s on a long losing and unlikely to be ending it here from out of the handicap.
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
3Apr Seg 26f HcpC good P/6 Old Page (IRE)13Mar Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 7/12 Gibberwell (IRE) 29l Dec24 Seg 26f HcpC soft 6/7 Cave Article (IRE) 37l
2024: COOLMOYNE 8 10 10 Callum Bewley 15-2 (Simon Waugh) 11 ran
Stewards Note: COMMUNITY REBEL: Following its run on 31/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its last trip.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Super Citizen (GB), 6-1 Kicksaftersix (IRE), 13-2 C’Est Quelqu’un (FR), 10-1 Rob Roy Macgregor (IRE), 11-1 Community Rebel (IRE), 12-1 Dr Shirocco (IRE), Couldbeaweapon (IRE),14-1 Lights Are Green (IRE), 33-1 Lady Hamilton (IRE), Muroor (GB)
C’EST QUELQU’UN looks ready to end his losing run having gone close from out of the weights at Sedgefield 3 weeks ago. This does look competitive, though, with Dr Shirocco and Super Citizen heading the dangers.
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THE GREENHEAD HOTEL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I)
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (33 wins from 217 runners, 15%) runs KILLYBEGS JET LADY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Alexander (2 wins from 17 runners, 12%) runs BOOLAMORE CLASSIC Longest Traveller: TWP STORI trained by S Drinkwater, Strensham, 266 miles.
1 MYFRIENDYEATS(IRE)(79)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Lady Vanquish (IRE) 7 12-0
J Nathan Moscrop E Tongue Strap
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
O Mr S. Russell
B Michael Ward S Bluegrass Horse Feeds
2 ROMEOBROWN(GB)(19)
Br g Yeats (IRE) - Santia 11 11-8
J Peter Kavanagh (3)
T Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
O McGoldrick Racing
B R. W. Russell
S Tuffa Footwear Ltd
3 WISEMOVE(IRE)(51)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Offside Rule (IRE) 7 11-4
J Jonathon Bewley E Hood
T George Bewley, Colby
O Annett, Tunstall and Graham
B Miss Eleanor Broderick
S Lloyd Ltd
4
RUMBLEB(IRE)(36)
B g Presenting - John’s Eliza (IRE) 11 10-13
J Lewis Dobb (7)
T Justin Landy, Leyburn
O Miss C. Tinkler
B Mr Emlyn Patterson
5 KILLYBEGSJETLADY(IRE)(33)
B m Jet Away - Little Twinkle (IRE) 8 10-13
J Alan Doyle (5) E Tongue Strap
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O Old Gold Racing 18
B Richard Langrell
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Old Gold Racing, Retraining of Racehorses
6 TWPSTORI(GB)(64)
Ch g Proconsul - Gulf Punch
7 10-9
J Ned Fox (5) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
O Mrs T. P. James
B Mickley Stud
S Tote
7 BOOLAMORECLASSIC(IRE)(56)
B g Workforce - Castlelost (IRE)
T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
10-5
TFRHHHII BHA105 FORM 550240-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden ran with credit when hitting the frame twice at Catterick (19.3f) earlier in the season but was below form at Newcastle last time when reported to have a made a respiratory noise. Questions to answer now stepping up 3 furlongs in trip. 13Feb Nwc 20f HcpH gd-sf 9/10 Punxsutawney Phil (IRE) 68l 22Jan Cat 19f HcpH gd-sf 4/12 Komedy Kicks (IRE) 11/4l Dec24 Cat 19f HcpH good 2/7 Achille des Rocs (FR) hd
TFRHHHHH BHA99 FORM 054023- C
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran course winner remains on a long losing run but arrives in good heart having placed in his last two outings, typically making a bold bid from the front when third in a handicap at this venue (20.1f) last month. Step up in trip holds no fears and he could be ready to win again.
14Apr Hex 20f HcpH good 3/12 Blakey Boy (IRE)
25Mar Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf 2/10 Les’s Legacy
25Feb Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf 9/11 Bollin Neil 30l
TFRHHHHI BHA95
FORM 2F0504-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden was unable to justify support when too keen (with usual hood left off) last time. Steps back up in trip and looks sure to have a say if he can settle with the hood refitted.
13Mar Hex 20f Hdl gd-sf 4/8 Baratablet (IRE) 30l 11Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 9/13 Maura Jeanne 38l Dec24 Hex 20f HcpH soft Y/11 Forest Blaze -
TFRHHHII BHA90
FORM 063322- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran C&D winner is proving consistent and ran his best race so far this season when chasing home a progressive one at Wetherby (24.1f) last time, keeping on in the straight having been outpaced on the home turn. Should give another good account but may be vulnerable to a better handicapped one.
28Mar Wet 24f HcpH good 2/8 Queen of Steel 1/2
25Feb Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf 2/11 Bollin Neil
5Feb Seg 27f HcpH gd-sf 3/12 Ocean Legacy (IRE) 15l
TFRHHHHI BHA90
FORM P0/3462-
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish points winner produced her best effort under Rules when stepped up to a staying trip last time, second of 5 in a handicap at Newcastle (23.7f) Low mileage and has good claims if in the same sort of form.
31Mar Nwc 23f HcpH good 2/5 Kilmore Rock (IRE) 2
3Mar Nwc 20f HcpH good 6/10 Jingle Jangle Jet
TFRHHHII BHA86
FORM 251454- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a 23f Lingfield handicap (soft) in November but hasn’t looked like winning from higher marks since. Lacked the pace to get involved when dropped to 2 1/2m at Ffos Las last time. Steps back up in trip with cheekpiece/ tongue tie fitted for the first time but little room for error off this mark.
28Feb Fls 20f HcpH heavy 4/8 Moorland Rambler 18l 5Feb Seg 27f HcpH gd-sf 5/12 Ocean Legacy (IRE) 24l Dec24 Utt 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/14 Ithaka (IRE) 17l
BHA82
8 TARTANCOOKIE(IRE)(10)
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Morning Breeze (IRE)9 10-2
J Danny McMenamin E Blinkers, Tongue Strap
T Ewan Whillans, Hawick
O Mrs M. A. Scott
B Eoin, Patrick and Cian O’Connor
S Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
9 ONWEGO(IRE)(25)
B m Robin des Pres (FR) - Clan Music (IRE) 12 10-2
J Sean Quinlan
T Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
O Mrs K. Elliott
B Sean McNamara
S Tote
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Stewards Note:
TFRHHIII BHA76
FORM 403//P0P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest performer presumably hasn’t been the easiest to train, having only run 3 times in the last 2 years, offering little promise on each of those starts. Difficult to fancy from out of the handicap.
23Apr Per 23f HcpH gd-sf P/11 Billable Grant (IRE)13Mar Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 12/15 Uokhun (IRE) 30l Jun24 Hex 23f HcpH good P/10 Dinons (FR) -
TFRHHIII BHA75
FORM 3/00043-
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran doesn’t look to be the force of old but did show some ability remains when third of 6 in a Carlisle handicap (25f) 25 days ago. Still faces an uphill task from out of the handicap.
8Apr Car 25f HcpH good 3/6 I’m A Starman 63/4l 28Mar Wet 24f HcpH good 4/7 Aazza (IRE) 29l 19Feb Don 24f HcpH good 9/14 Jukebox Fury (IRE) 37l
2024: ATOMIC ANGEL 9 10 10 Edward Austin 11-2 (Susan Corbett) 16 ran
MY FRIEND YEATS: Following its run on 13/2/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Wise Move (IRE), 5-1 Rumble B (IRE), 6-1 Romeo Brown (GB), Killybegs Jet Lady (IRE), 8-1 My Friend Yeats (IRE), 11-1 Twp Stori (GB), Boolamore Classic (IRE), 20-1 On We Go (IRE), 25-1 Tartan Cookie (IRE)
ROMEO BROWN confirmed himself in good heart when again hitting the frame at this course last month and stepping back up in trip, he may be able to capitalise on his falling handicap mark. Killybeg Jets Lady arrives on the back of a career best effort and there could be further improvement to come, while Wise Move should be in the mix if he can race more efficiently with a hood refitted.
5) (DIV II)
yrs
Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (13 wins from 117 runners, 11%) runs BLAME ROSE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S Corbett (1 win from 6 runners, 17%) runs BLAME ROSE
Longest Traveller: TARBAT NESS trained by J Berry, Newmarket, 244 miles.
1 EXPRESSRUN(IRE)(123)
B g Milan - Lilly’s Express (IRE) 6 12-0
J Ryan Mania
T Justin Landy Leyburn
O Mrs Pauline Southerington
B Mr Vincent Byrne
S Envirotyre UK Ltd
2 TARBATNESS(GB)(19)
Gr g Reliable Man - Ethics Girl (IRE) 6 11-12
J Jack Quinlan
T John Berry, Newmarket
O The 1997 Partnership and RHD
B Lawrence Wadey & Emma Berry
S H K RACING SERVICES
3 BLAMEROSE(IRE)
(28)
B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Christmas Cracker (IRE) 8 11-6
J Nathan Moscrop E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O The Nelson Racing Partnership
B Mr Michael Shannon
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
4 KINGCASEY(IRE)
(67)
Gr g Kingston Hill - The Real Casey (IRE) 5 11-3
J Brian Hughes
T Joanne Foster, Ilkley
O Mrs E. A. Verity
B Jimmy Lawler
5 TEESCOMP’SCLIVE(GB)(46)
ChgBlackSamBellamy(IRE)-NorthernNative(IRE) 7 11-3
J Joe Williamson (3)
T Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
O Tees Components Ltd
B Tees Components Ltd
6 ROBERTD’ORES(FR)(122)
Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Sister du Berlais (FR) 8 11-0
J Jonathon Bewley E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces
T George Bewley, Colby
O Mr Alan Udale
B Mr Gilles Delliaux
S Lloyd Ltd
7 MADEMEWHATIAM(GB)(192)
B g Jack Hobbs - United (GER) 6 10-7
J Jamie Hamilton
T Annabelle Sowray, Helmsley
O Miss Annabelle Sowray
B Elms Bloodstock
TFRHHHII BHA101 FORM F6233P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive first 3 runs over hurdles prior to pulling up under more testing conditions than previously on handicap debut at Uttoxeter in December Has had a breathing operation since. Dec24 Utt 23f Hdl gd-sf P/10 Andy Amo (IRE)Dec24 Nwc 22f Hdl good 3/6 Giveupyerauldsins (IRE) 2
/4l Nov24 Hex 20f Hdl good 3/10 Chasingouttheblues (IRE) 19l
TFRHHHHI BHA99
FORM 65452-
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest if quirky staying handicapper on Flat, good second at Pontefract latest. Has shown similar form over hurdles, producing best effort to date in this sphere when runner-up to a thriving one at Huntingdon (19.6f) in March. Another good run looks assured if seeing out the longer trip. 14Apr Pon 21f Hcp good 2/5 Quercus Robur 1
19Mar Hun 19f HcpH good 2/5 Cuban Court (IRE)
25Feb Cat 19f HcpH gd-sf 5/8 Quian (GER) 9l
TFRHHHII BHA93
FORM 151/U0P- C
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who again ran poorly when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (23.7f, good) 28 days ago, left behind from 4 out.
5Apr Nwc 23f HcpH good P/9 Heather Honey11Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 10/10 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE) 67l 31Jan Cat 19f HcpH soft U/9 Quian (GER)
TFRHHIII BHA90
FORM 03/5PP-
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped with a bit of promise in Ireland for Eoin Doyle, but has offered little in 3 starts for current yard, tailing off after 3 out at Catterick latest.
25Feb Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf P/11 Bollin Neil1Jan Cat 19f Hdl soft P/6 It’s All About You (IRE)Dec24 Wet 16f Hdl soft 5/8 Barrabooka (IRE) 16l
TFRHHHII BHA90
FORM 06P405TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who was again below form when fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (24.1f, good) 46 days ago. On the upside, he’s been eased a further 2lb.
18Mar Wet 24f HcpH good 5/9 Jukebox Fury (IRE) 20l 13Feb Nwc 20f HcpH gd-sf 7/10 Punxsutawney Phil (IRE) 30l 28Jan Nwc 22f HcpH soft 4/11 Authorized Mission 73/4l
TFRHHHHH BHA87
FORM P06215- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best when taking 16-runner C&D handicap in December Up 9lb and not in the same form at Catterick next time but could easily bounce back to form after a break.
1Jan Cat 25f HcpH soft 5/7 Jongleur d’Etoiles (FR) 31l Dec24 Hex 23f HcpH soft 1/16 The Big Breac (IRE) 91/2l Nov24 Hex 23f HcpH good 2/12 Twoplacesatonetime (IRE) nk
TFRHHHII BHA80
FORM 00/00P6-
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who showed some promise tried tongue tied when sixth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good) in October, unsuited by emphasis on speed. Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Mark Walford. Had breathing op. Oct24 Swl 20f HcpH good 6/11 Queens Venture (IRE) 20l Aug24 Bal 22f HcpH soft P Avec EspoirJul24 Crk 16f HcpH good 10 Contrapposto (IRE) 13l
8 DREAMINGSFREE(IRE)(38)
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Ittimetogo (IRE) 6 10-2
J Charlie Price (3) E Tongue Strap
T Maurice Barnes, Brampton
O Mr M. Barnes
B Mr Paul O’Neill
S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd
9 ITURGEONDUBREUIL(FR)(25)
Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Cavale Saint (FR) 7 10-2
J Lorcan Murtagh E Cheek Pieces
T Barry Murtagh, Carlisle
O Hurst Farm Racing
B Dr V. Denis Hubert & Mr Eric Helye
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1, 5, 7.
TFRHHIII BHA75 FORM 600P64-
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show any worthwhile form since joining present yard, finishing a well-held fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to firm) on most recent outing.
26Mar Mkt 20f HcpH good 4/8 George Darling (IRE) 45l 13Mar Hex 20f Hdl gd-sf 6/8 Baratablet (IRE) 109l 13Feb Nwc 20f Hdl gd-sf P/13 King of Answers (IRE) -
TFRHHIII BHA71 FORM 0PP0P5-
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden who had the run of the race when fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (25f, good, 12/1) 25 days ago. Looks set for another struggle from 4lb out of the weights.
8Apr Car 25f HcpH good 5/6 I’m A Starman 8l 8Mar Ayr 24f HcpH soft P/16 Monsieur Le Fuzz (FR)19Feb Don 24f HcpH good 10/14 Jukebox Fury (IRE) 38l
2024:(See Div 1)
Stewards Note: BLAME ROSE: Following its run on 5/4/2025 it was reported that the horse showed signs of being in season.
ROBERT D’ORES: Following its run on 1/1/2025 it was reported that the horse never travelled.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Tarbat Ness (GB), 10-3 Robert d’Ores (FR), 15-2 Express Run (IRE), 9-1 Tees Comp’s Clive (GB), 14-1 Mademewhatiam (GB), 16-1 Blame Rose (IRE), 22-1 Iturgeon du Breuil (FR), 28-1 King Casey (IRE), 40-1 Dreamings Free (IRE)
SMARTER
ROBERT D’ORES proved a disappointment at Catterick on New Year’s Day but is well worth another chance back from a break having hammered a next-time-out winner over C&D on his penultimate outing. Tarbat Ness looks sure to go well again if seeing out the longer trip, while Tees Comp’s Clive continues to ease in the weights.
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First Race 4.28 - THE LINDSAY JACKSON 50TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
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 four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2023 a winner of a hurdle race 5lb Of 2 hurdle races 8lb Of 3 hurdle races 11lb. The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £4000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £6000 A memento will be presented to the Winning Owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post-race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS 13 entries at £40 - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 5.00 - THE BOBBY ROBERTS MEMORIAL 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, April 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 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. 23 entries at £40. - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 5.35 - THE L&R PEST CONTROL SERVICES NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499 for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after April 26th, 2025 for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). 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 £55. - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) Weights raised 9lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 6.10 - THE HEXHAM RACECOURSE CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8053 to the winning horse The second to receive £3705, the third £1852, the fourth £927 and the fifth £462. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Penalties, after April 26th, 2025, 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. 11 entries at £50 - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6159; Second £3079; Third £1540; Fourth £770; Fifth £384 (Penalty Value £8053.52)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.40 - THE NEIGH WAY LAURA STEWART’S 60 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5254 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1208 the fourth £604 and the fifth £301. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Penalties, after April 26th, 2025 for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £40. - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £4019; Second £2009; Third £1005; Fourth £502; Fifth £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 7.10 - THE HARRY DOUGLAS ESTATE AGENCY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5254 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1208, the fourth £604 and the fifth £301. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Penalties, after April 26th, 2025, 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 17 entries at £40. - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £4019; Second £2009; Third £1005; Fourth £502; Fifth £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 7.40 - THE GREENHEAD HOTEL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Penalties, after April 26th, 2025 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. 12 entries at £40. - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.71)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 8.10 - THE GREENHEAD HOTEL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Penalties, after April 26th, 2025, 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. 12 entries at £40. - Closed April 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229. (Penalty Value £4805.71) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
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