RACEDAY OFFICIALS
STEWARDS
Adrian Smith (Chief Steward)
Franki Clark (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Alan Dempsey, Beth Dowswell
Sarah Russell
STARTERS
Shaun Mitchell
Russell Garritty
JUDGE
Nicholas Hargreave
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Michael Roberts
VETERINARY OFFICER
Matt Butterell
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Rachel Kirtley, Graham Gray, David Cook, Alec Dent
VETERINARY SURGEONS
David J Parkin MRCVS
Suzy Yeend MRCVS
Euan Laidlaw MRCVS
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Viv Tut
Dr David Thomas
Dr Pippa Hall
COMMENTATOR
Steven Powell
BETTING RING MANAGER
Darren Irving
RACEDAY PRESENTER
Robert Hogarth
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Cheryl Litster-Smith
SAFETY OFFICER
Michael Smith
RACECOURSE MANAGER
Robert Whitelock
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Fiona Needham
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Mark Cameron
HEXHAM TEAM
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Owners & Trainers Liaison office@hexham-racecourse.co.uk Mobile: 07958 167109
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This meeting last year was abandoned 2 days before racing was scheduled to take place due to the course being waterlogged as a result of such a wet winter and spring. The opposite is happening this year as we are experiencing the driest January, February and March to date since 2020, as a result the course has been watered to provide the good safe ground Hexham is renowned for.
As always a huge thanks to our sponsors Mick Walsh, responsible for the 3rd race “Mick Walsh Open Ditch Novices Handicap Chase” together with the family of Noreen Wilson who have sponsored a race in her memory and Margaret Watling, we hope she has an enjoyable birthday
The children from Caedmon Primary School, Gateshead are in attendance today with Racing To School, a small charity working for and across the sport of Horseracing to educate and promote the sport.
Whether you are a first time visitor or a regular racegoer at Hexham we value your custom and hope you have an enjoyable and successful day.
Robert Whitelock
Racecourse Manager
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY...
MONDAY 14TH APRIL 2025
EASTER RACEDAY
Gates Open. 12.15pm First Race 2.18pm Last race 5.20pm
SATURDAY 3RD MAY 2025 MAY RACING EVENING
Gates Open. 3.00pm First Race. 5.00pm Last race. 8.10pm
Race times may be subject to late alteration, please check our website www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk nearer the date for confirmation.
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RACECOURSE MAP
Owners, Trainers, Jockeys & Officials Entrance
Stables Lodge Stable Canteen
Owners & Trainers Car Park
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Members O & T Entrance Rooms
Evacuation Point A
FACILITIES
PUBLIC BARS (Paddock Enclosure)
Shire Bar
Owners, Traine
Toilets
Saddling Boxes
The Shire, Princess Anne and Bramble Tudor Bar situated at the top of the parade ring are open to all racegoers, provide a wide variety of drinks and snacks
OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM
Located next to the Owners and Trainers Entrance, the facility offers superb views of the racecourse. Entryto thisfacilityis restrictedtoOwnersandTrainerswho have a runnerontheday. When youregister at the O&T Entrance, lunch vouchers will be provided Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available all day.
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 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
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.
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.
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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 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
1. Form
A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions
Look out for letters:
C = has won at this course
D = has won over this distance
CD = has won over this distance at this course
BF = was a beaten favourite last time EXPERT VIEW
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.
3. Timeform view and TFR rating
4. Horse’s trainer & their location
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.
5. Jockey
Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.
OTHER USEFUL DETAILS
6. Owner’s colours worn by the jockey
7. Saddlecloth number
8. Horse’s name
9. Days since the horse last run
10 Horse’s age
11. Jockey’s weight (stone and 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
Look out for the charity Racing to School today; you shouldn’t miss them as they will be leading a group of local pupils and their teachers through every corner of the racecourse for an action-packed day of fun challenges and discovery The charity works nationwide with over 250 schools, and this year will reach around 16,000 young people – at UK racecourses, trainers’yards and studs.
They deliver free, outdoor activity days to support the learning and to boost the self-confidence of children aged nine and above. Racing to School uses racing venues as unique, fast-moving classrooms full of opportunities to practise and improve subjects like maths, literacy and problem-solving.
The charity is only able to support young people’s education through the kind donations it receives. Please scan this QR code to donate, if you can.
THE RACING TO SCHOOL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS
5) (DIV I)
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs KNOMOREDIAMONDS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs KNOMOREDIAMONDS
Longest Traveller: KNOMOREDIAMONDS trained by L Russell, Kinross, 126 miles.
1 KNOMOREDIAMONDS(FR)(51)
B g Balko (FR) - Vie Sa Vie (FR) 5 12-0
J Jack Power (7) E Hood
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O Mrs Joanne Bilsland
B Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
2 FINALEDGAR(IRE)(28)
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Vita Nuova (IRE)7 11-13
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner
B James T. Williams
S Adra Projects Ltd
3 SHADOWSINTHESKY(IRE)(12)
Br g Arcadio (GER) - Ballinacraig (IRE) 9 11-8
J Dominic Hislop (7) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Chris Grant, Billingham
O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood
B John & Jamie O’Brien
S North Sea Logistics
4
ROMEOBROWN(GB)(28)
Br g Yeats (IRE) - Santia 11 11-7
J Peter Kavanagh (3)
T Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
O McGoldrick Racing
B R. W. Russell
S Tuffa Footwear Ltd
5
LES’SLEGACY(GB)(28)
B g Kutub (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) 8 11-6
J Nathan Moscrop E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett
B Mr Les Richards
S Simpsons Malt LTD, J E Douglas & Sons
6 BLAKEYBOY(IRE)(29)
Br g Ocovango - Rathleek 5 11-5
J Alan Doyle (3)
T Ewan Whillans, Hawick
O Mr A. Gilchrist
B Damien Healion
7 REDCADILLAC(IRE)(45)
Ch g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Tell The Tale (FR) 6 11-5
J Danny McMenamin
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O Greystoke Owners II
B Mr Robert Norton
S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TFRHHHII BHA104 FORM 4-52436
TIMEFORM VIEW Good third on his third and final start in bumpers and stepped up on previous hurdles form when going close on handicap debut at Carlisle (17f, soft) in October Has failed to build on that in 3 subsequent starts but worth another try at this trip and he is edging back down the weights.
2Feb Mus 19f HcpH gd-sf 6/10 Harper Valley (IRE) 15l Dec24 Nwc 16f Hdl good 3/11 It’s All About You (IRE) 14l Nov24 Car 17f HcpH gd-sf 4/10 Disco Annie (IRE) 12l
TFRHHHII BHA103 FORM 6P6265
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when second over 19.3f at Catterick in January and, though he has finished out of the money both starts since, he certainly wasnt disgraced when fifth of 11 tried over 25.3f last time. Dropping back in trip here is a good move and he merits serious consideration off an attractive mark.
25Feb Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf 5/11 Bollin Neil 11l
10Feb Cat 19f HcpH gd-sf 6/9 Achnamara 16l
22Jan Cat 19f HcpH gd-sf 2/12 Komedy Kicks (IRE) hd
TFRHIIII BHA98
FORM 5415PP CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice from the front in 2 1/2m handicap chases here in 2024, the latest off 3lb lower mark than this in October However, it’s been all down hill since and hard to know what to expect of him on first run over hurdles for almost 2 years.
13Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf P/11 Divas Doyen (IRE)1Jan Mus 20f HcpC soft P/7 Okavango Delta (IRE)Nov24 Nwc 20f HcpC good 5/9 Glory And Honour (IRE) 29l
TFRHHIII BHA97
FORM 000540 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Has fallen a long way in the weights since his latest success but that was way back in December 2022 and both this season and last have been a struggle for this veteran. Has undergone a wind op.
25Feb Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf
TFRHHHII BHA96
FORM 600454 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run continues to mount but he wasn’t disgraced at Catterick (19.3f good to soft) last time and is now 8lb lower compared to when going close over this C&D last spring. Will be a danger to all if able to build on his latest effort.
25Feb Cat 19f HcpH gd-sf 4/8 Quian (GER) 83/4l 2Feb Mus 19f HcpH gd-sf 5/10 Harper Valley (IRE) 15l Nov24 Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/7 Top Man Tom (IRE) 5
TFRHIIII BHA95
FORM 35655
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability in 2 bumpers and there were some positives to take from his hurdles debut spin at Ayr in January No impact both subsequent appearances and while he appears to have been brought along with handicaps in mind, he will certainly need to improve now pitched into one.
24Feb Ayr 19f Hdl heavy 5/6 Marlacoo (IRE) 37l 3Feb Car 17f Hdl soft 5/9
TFRHHHHI BHA95
FORM P-54432
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get his head in front but, as a lightlyraced 6-y-o, time is still very much on his side and appears to be headed in the right direction judged on latest second of 9 in a Uttoxeter handicap (2 1/2m, heavy). Major player 8Feb
8
ALWAYSAREASON(IRE)(68)
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Gaye Annie (IRE)6 11-3
J Ross Chapman
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
O Miss Maria D Myco & John Johnson
B Mrs Stephanie Metcalfe
S Bluegrass Horse Feeds
9
CAGERATTLER(IRE)(22)
Ch g National Defense - Misscomplacent 5 11-0
J Conor O’Farrell E Hood
T Sandy Forster, Kelso
O The Border Racers
B Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd
10 BENITO(FR)(42)
B g Rail Link - Aspolina (IRE) 8 10-11
J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
O Mrs E. Quinlan
B Erick Bec De la Motte & F. Cottin
11 NOBLEAFFAIR(IRE)(42)
B m Morozov (USA) - Tudor Glyn (IRE) 9 10-5
J William Maggs (5)
T Jane Walton, Otterburn
O Mrs J. M. Walton
B Ms M. Russell
S Dunns Houses
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
TFRHHIII BHA93
FORM 331-046
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account in maiden points at the fifth attempt last spring and hasn’t shown much over a varierty of trips since switched to hurdles. Conversely, it’s perfectly reasonable to expect some improvement from this 6-y-o now that he ventures down the handicap route.
16Jan Nwc 16f Hdl gd-sf 6/9 Broderick (IRE) 46l
Dec24 Kel 22f Hdl gd-sf 4/8 Ace of Spades (FR) 26l
Dec24 Hex 20f Hdl soft 7/10 Not A Light (IRE) 33l
TFRHHHHH BHA90
FORM 0003
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 7f Flat winner who offered little in novice/ maiden hurdles but then took a significant step forward on his handicap debut in this sphere when third of 10 upped to 20.3f at Newcastle (good). If able to build on that he will surely have a big part to play in this contest.
3Mar Nwc 20f HcpH good 3/10 Jingle Jangle Jet 31/2l
31Jan Nwc 12f Hcp stand 9/9 Flying Scotsman (IRE) 14l 14Jan Nwc 12f Hcp stand 2/7 Jujubella (IRE) 11l
TFRHIIII BHA87 FORM 32/00-05
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2022 and the addition of cheekpieces (retained here) failed to bring about improvement at Ayr last time. First-time tongue strap now enlisted and, unless the new headgear sparks significant progress, he will likely struggle once again.
11Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 5/8 Upfordebate (IRE) 19l
20Jan Ayr 21f HcpH soft 9/12 Topkapi Star 54l Aug23 Bgr 16f HcpH good 9/10 Simply Red 44l
TFRHHHII BHA81
FORM P0-0P64 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Just the one win to her name from 20 appearances overall and while she produced her best effort for a while when fourth in a 10-runner Ayr handicap hurdle (20.4f, soft) last time, one or two of these make more appeal.
11Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 4/10 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE) 8l
16Jan Nwc 20f HcpH gd-sf 6/10 Aquitaine Boy (FR) 21l May24 Hex 15f HcpC good P/9 Breizh River (FR) -
2024: MEETING ABANDONED
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note: SHADOWS IN THE SKY: Following its run on 13/3/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad jumping mistake.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Red Cadillac (IRE), 11-2 Final Edgar (IRE), 6-1 Cage Rattler (IRE), 7-1 Les’s Legacy (GB), 10-1 Knomorediamonds (FR), 12-1 Noble Affair (IRE), 14-1 Always A Reason (IRE), 20-1 Romeo Brown (GB), 28-1 Shadows In The Sky (IRE), 33-1 Blakey Boy (IRE), 40-1 Benito (FR)
The vote goes to CAGE RATTLER, who took a sizeable step forward when third upped to 20.3f on his handicap debut in this sphere at Newcastle and he makes plenty of appeal off the same mark. Red Cadillac appears to be gradually progressing with experience and is feared on the back of his solid Uttoxeter second last time, while Final Edgar, Knomorediamonds and Les’s Legacy all need considering having slipped to dangerous marks.
FIGURES IN BRACKETS
The figures in brackets after each horses name indicates days since last ran.
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.
THE RACING TO SCHOOL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9100 Owners Prize Money 1st £3675 2nd £1837 3rd £919
(Penalty
£4805.71) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mr M T Walford (25 wins from 105 runners, 24%) runs FOREST BLAZE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs BOLLIN NEIL
Weightwatcher: CORAL BLUE won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 6lb to 94
Longest Traveller: MAILLOT BLANC trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.
1 BRIDGECOURT(IRE)(89)
B g Court Cave (IRE) - The Wounded Cook (IRE) 6 12-0
J Ryan Mania E Tongue Strap
T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
O Mrs Wilma Duffus
B Mrs Mossie Hayes & Mr Tom Hayes
S Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited, Sandy Thomson
2 BOLLINNEIL(GB)(28)
Ch g Haafhd - Bollin Nellie 9 11-10
J Mr William Easterby (3) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Tim Easterby, Malton
O Mrs S. J. Easterby
B Habton Farms
3
AQUITAINEBOY(FR)(40)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dolce Vita Yug 10 11-9
J Brian Hughes
T Ruth Jefferson, Malton
O Mrs J. M. Dodd
B Dr V. Michel Crochelet
S Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd
4 MAILLOTBLANC(GB)(18)
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Santoria (FR) 8 11-8
J Bruce Lynn E Tongue Strap
T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
O Kinneston Racing
B Mr T. Westmacott & Mr C. Leech
S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
5 FORESTBLAZE(GB)(28)
Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Ixora (IRE) 6 11-6
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O M Blades, Craggs, Clark and Cambridge
B Greenlands Farm Stud
S Mark Walford Racing
6 IT’SDAN(IRE)(18)
B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Shady Pines (IRE) 7 11-6
J Henry Brooke E Tongue Strap
T R. Mike Smith, Galston
O Green Spittal And Smith
B Kenneth Parkhill
7 CORALBLUE(IRE)(37)
B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Eva’s Time (IRE) 10 11-5
J Danny McMenamin E Tongue Strap
T Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
O Mr Duncan McCready
B Moyglare Stud Farm
S Solway Fuels
TFRHHIII BHA103 FORM 0/20-43P
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much on Rules debut in a bumper on sole start for Mike Smith last term but left that low-key effort behind when making the frame on first 2 starts over hurdles for new yard in October/November However, it was alarming how quickly he weakened out of content on handicap bow last time.
Dec24 Wet 19f HcpH gd-sf P/9 Chasingouttheblues (IRE)Nov24 Car 17f Hdl soft 3/12 Epic West (IRE) 81/2l Oct24 Kel 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/10 Bold Light (IRE) 15l
TFRHHHII BHA99
FORM 512/-0P1
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form from out of the blue when landing an 11-runner handicap under William Easterby at Catterick (25.3f, good to soft) last month. Remains on a fair mark up 5lb and surely won’t be far away provided that this drop back in trip doesn’t count against him.
25Feb Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf 1/11 Rumble B (IRE) 21/4l
Dec24 Seg 19f HcpH gd-sf P/13 AchnamaraDec24 Hex 23f HcpH soft 11/16 Robert d’Ores (FR) 78l
TFRHHHII BHA98
FORM F//-16102 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Just held on to land a 10-runner handicap at Newcastle (20.3f good to soft) in January and by no means disgraced when chasing home runaway winner Punxsutawney Phil over the same C&D last month. Place possibilities here off a 1lb lower mark. 13Feb Nwc 20f HcpH gd-sf 2/10 Punxsutawney Phil (IRE) 16l 22Jan Cat 19f HcpH gd-sf 8/12 Komedy Kicks (IRE) 101/4l 16Jan Nwc 20f HcpH gd-sf 1/10 Prince Nino (FR) hd
TFRHHIII BHA97
FORM 5-03055 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Seems to be in a lull at present, failing to get back on track tried in cheekpieces (omitted here) following a wind op at Ayr recently Would be a big player off this reduced mark if staging a revival but there is no real reason to anticipate an imminent return to form.
7Mar Ayr 20f HcpH soft 5/10 Both Barrels 30l
20Jan Ayr 21f HcpH soft 5/12 Topkapi Star 21l Dec24 Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 7/10 Punxsutawney Phil (IRE) 14l
TFRHHHHH BHA95
FORM 503130 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account over C&D in December and backed it up with a good third of 16 at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) the following month. Below par upped to 25.3f in the Catterick handicap won by Bollin Neil last time but he’ll be a serious player if he puts his best foot forward back in trip here.
25Feb Cat 25f HcpH gd-sf 7/11 Bollin Neil 15l
23Jan Wet 19f HcpH soft 3/16 Aire Spray (IRE) 93/4l Dec24 Hex 20f HcpH soft 1/11 Bonne Vitesse (IRE) 11/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA95
FORM 25/-6502
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t shape badly in a Kelso novice back from 20 months off in December and, though safely held switched to handicaps next 2 starts, he recently performed creditably following a wind op when runner-up off 1lb higher at Ayr (2m, heavy). One to consider now moving back up in trip.
7Mar Ayr 16f HcpH soft 2/10 Ballyfort (IRE) 11l 20Jan Ayr 21f HcpH soft
TFRHHHII BHA94
FORM 5P-4042 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless for best par of 2 years but has gradually got back on track in his 3 appearances since returning from a break in January, finding just one too good at Musselburgh (19.8f, good to soft) last month. Live each-way contender 16Feb Mus 19f
8 SANTACLARITA(FR)
(17)
Gr m Walzertakt (GER) - New Delice (FR) 7 11-3
J Sam Coltherd
T William Young Jnr, Carluke
O Mr W. G. Young Jnr
B M. Eric Aubree & M. Claude Aubree
9 TANLAW(IRE)(27)
B g Malinas (GER) - Liss Iontach (IRE) 7 10-12
J Ross Chapman
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Coltherd Racing Club
B Niall Flynn
S Bell Rural Solutions
10 ROCKNROLLCHAMP(IRE)(12)
Ch g Champs Elysees - Another Pet (IRE) 7 10-11
J Craig Nichol
T Sandy Forster Kelso
O Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster
B James Robinson
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
TFRHHIII BHA92
FORM 5202P5 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran best race for current yard when good second of 18 in a handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft) in January Modest next time and while his latest fifth off at the same course wasn’t a bad effort, it was below the level of what will likely be required to emerge on top here.
8Mar Ayr 21f HcpH soft 5/11 Ruby Island 15l 20Jan Ayr 21f HcpH soft P/12 Topkapi Star2Jan Ayr 20f HcpH soft 2/18 Alright Dai (IRE) 2l
TFRHHHII BHA87
FORM 063043
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who seemed not to stay when fourth of 12 in 27f handicap hurdle at Sedgefield last month. Step back in right direction dropped to 19.6f when third at Bangor next time and, effectively 4lb lower in the weights here, he has to enter calculations. 26Feb Bgr 19f HcpH heavy 3/7 Richardson
TFRHHIII BHA86 FORM 66-06P4
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden in Irish points and thought yet to trouble the judge following 5 runs under Rules, he did show more spark when fourth in the 13-runner handicap won by Dickens here (16.2f, good to soft) 12 days ago. This step back up in trip looks a good move but he needs to raise his game another notch.
(IRE)May24 Kel 16f Hdl
Stewards Note: BRIDGE COURT: Following its run on 26/12/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
BLANC: Following its run on 7/3/2025 it was reported that the horse lost both front shoes.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Bollin Neil (GB), 5-1 Coral Blue (IRE), 6-1 Forest Blaze (GB), 13-2 It’s Dan (IRE), 7-1 Tan Law (IRE), 17-2 Aquitaine Boy (FR), 12-1 Maillot Blanc (GB), 22-1 Santa Clarita (FR), 25-1 Rock N Roll Champ (IRE), 28-1 Bridge Court (IRE)
FOREST BLAZE failed to fire when only seventh behind Bollin Neil at Catterick but he was in good heart prior to that and may well bounce back now returned to the scene of his breakthrough success in December Bollin Neil remains nicely treated following a 5lb rise for that success and should be in the mix but bigger threats over this trip may be posed by It’s Dan and Tan Law, both of whom took steps back in the right direction last time.
THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARGARET WATLING
MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money 1st £3756 2nd £1878 3rd £939 4th £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs KELVIN FORLONGE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 91 runners, 15%) runs ROAD TO HOME
Longest Traveller: ROAD TO HOME trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.
1 DOYEWANNA(IRE)(16)
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Raphuca (IRE) 7 11-5
J Charlotte Jones
T George Bewley Colby
O Miss Victoria Bewley
B Pat Moore
S Lloyd Ltd
2 HE’SBRESILIAN(GB)(31)
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Milan Athlete (IRE) 5 11-5
J Conor O’Farrell
T Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
O Fine Claret Racing & Mr T.S. Ingham
B Mr W. Kinsey
S Jedd O’Keeffe Racing
3 JUSTOOT(IRE)(362)
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Belle Glory (FR) 5 11-5
J Nathan Moscrop
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Josh Duffy
B M. Conaghan
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
4
KELVINFORLONGE(FR)
(78)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Dieu Nous Garde (FR) 5 11-5
J Patrick Wadge
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O Mr R. B. H. Young
B Mr Pierre Noirot et al
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
5 KINGSTONROCK(IRE)(12)
Gr g Kingston Hill - Rock High Lady (IRE) 7 11-5
J Edward Austin (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
O Mr J L and Mrs H R Gledson
B Maurice Geraghty
6 ROADTOHOME(IRE)(30)
B g Gamut (IRE) - Rosshill Opera (IRE) 6 11-5
J Mr P. W. Mullins
T W. P. Mullins, Ireland
O Mr P. Davies
B Eamonn Hogan
7 ROGUESEA(GB)(14)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Tarfasha (IRE) 5 11-5
J Sean Quinlan E Hood
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
O Dermot Hanafin and Stan Kaznowski
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited
S PRA World Ltd
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 00-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in bumpers and again showed nothing switched to hurdling at Carlisle recently
9Mar Car 17f Hdl gd-sf P/10 Bel Amigo (FR)Mar24 Nwc 16f NHF heavy 11/12 Lawrenny 95l Jan24 Seg 16f NHF soft 10/11 Speed Davis (FR) 44l
TFRHHHHI BHA114 FORM FP-4533
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete in 2 points but has shaped with more encouragement in a couple of bumpers and showed even better form when third of 10 on January’s Wetherby hurdling debut. Held back by a significant late mistake at Newcastle since and remains open to improvement.
22Feb Nwc 16f Hdl gd-sf 3/10 Young Getaway (IRE)
23Jan Wet 16f Hdl soft 3/10 Chart Topper (FR)
Nov24 Mkt 16f NHF soft 5/8 Great Fleet
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 50TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in 2 bumpers.
Mar24 Wet 16f NHF soft 11/13 Jupiter des Mottes (FR) 52l Nov23 Nwc 14f NHF gd-sf 5/7 She’s Notjoeking 25l
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 35
TIMEFORM VIEW Just minor promise in a pair of bumpers.
6Jan Ayr 16f NHF soft 5/14 Out of The Woods (FR) 19l Oct24 Hex 16f NHF soft 3/9 Lost Frequencies (IRE) 19l
TFRHHIII BHA82 FORM P-65503
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler Ran well in first-time cheekpieces when third in 7-runner maiden over C&D 12 days ago, but this is a far stronger race.
13Mar Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 3/7 Benmore (IRE) 7l 17Feb Car 19f HcpH gd-sf 8/10 C’Est Different (FR) 28l Dec24 Nwc 16f HcpH good 5/12 Mister Smarty 12l
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM FP-1r3
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in bumpers for Eugene M. O’Sullivan and shaped promisingly second time up over hurdles when third in big-field maiden at Naas (15.5f) the previous month, despite looking unsuited by the drop in trip. This stiffer track will suit, and he has excellent claims. 23Feb Naa 15f Hdl heavy 3 Kalix Delabarriere (FR) 3l 8Feb Naa 18f Hdl soft O Lovely Hurling (IRE)Jun24 Lis 20f Stk gd-yd 1 Mazyad (IRE) 23/4l
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 003
TIMEFORM VIEW Capable of fairly useful form on the Flat in 2023 and showed more than previously over hurdles when third in small-field novice at Sedgefield 2 weeks ago, not knocked about. However he’s perhaps more one to take off in handicaps. 11Mar Seg 16f Hdl good 3/4 Bond Broker (IRE) 18l 17Feb Car 17f
8 WOODY’SBOY(IRE)(18)
B g Hillstar - Endless Ambition (IRE) 6 11-5
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O Mr J. Sheard
B Stephen Eustace
9
S Jeremy Sheard TFRHIIII BHAFORM 0P
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off on completed start in maiden hurdles.
ANNIESGOLD(GB)(21)
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Black Annie (IRE) 6 10-12
J Tom Midgley (3)
T Nick Kent, Brigg
O Mr S. W. Campion
B Mr & Mrs I. Ross
S Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. TFRHIIII BHAFORM 0-006
10 ROXBYBELLE(IRE)(18)
B f Diamond Boy (FR) - Kilbarry Lilly (IRE) 4 10-2
J Danny McMenamin
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O Mr N. D. Skinner
B Thomas O’Keeffe
S Mark Walford Racing
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in bumpers and did likewise sent hurdling at Market Rasen 3 weeks ago.
TFRHIIII BHAFORM P
TIMEFORM VIEW £48,000 purchase who is the first foal of a fairly useful 2 1/2m hurdle winner but could hardly of shown any less starting out in a novice hurdle at Ayr recently
7Mar Ayr 20f Hdl soft P/5 Hay Meadow (IRE) -
Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Road To Home (IRE), 5-2 He’s Bresilian (GB), 22-1 Rogue Sea (GB), 25-1 Kelvin Forlonge (FR), 28-1 Kingston Rock (IRE), 100-1 Roxby Belle (IRE), 150-1 Just Oot (IRE), Woody’s Boy (IRE), Annies Gold (GB), 250-1 Do Ye Wanna (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
It’s hard to see this developing into anything other than a match between ROAD TO HOME and He’s Bresilian. The former should be suited by the stiffer nature of this track having looked unsuited by the drop in trip when shaping promisingly on his second hurdling start at Naas the previous month, so he edges the vote.
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THE MICK WALSH OPEN DITCH NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9650 Owners Prize Money 1st £3898 2nd £1948 3rd £975 4th
Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Coltherd (17 wins from 132 runners, 13%) runs DEQUALL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Coltherd (1 win from 9 runners, 11%) runs DEQUALL
Longest Traveller: LUCKY SOLDIER trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.
J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment
1
POWERSDILEMMA(IRE)(17)
Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Maggie Howard (IRE) 8 12-0
J Peter Kavanagh (3) E Cheek Pieces
T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
O Fools Who Dream Partnership
B Ms Barbara Johnston
S Bolton Mill Holiday Park, Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited
2 LUCKYSOLDIER(IRE)(34)
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Kilbarry Flame (IRE) 7 11-8
J Patrick Wadge E Tongue Strap
T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
O Dudgeon, Loudon, Monroe & Morris
B Mr Sean Tanner
S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
3 COOLMOYNE(GB)(34)
Ch g Ocovango - High Life 9 11-6
J Harry Bannister
T Sara Ender, Malton
O Racing Knights and Liam Murray
B Mr Frank J. A. Morgan
4 BEATTHEBOUM(GB)(37)
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Langley House (IRE) 6 11-1
J Danny McMenamin E Cheek Pieces
T Jackie Stephen, Melrose
O The Late Boumers
B T. C. Dawson
S Carden Livestock Co
5
WORTHTHEWALK(IRE)(58)
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Miss Bobs Worth (IRE) 8 11-0
J Conor O’Farrell
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O Mr Phil Ellerby
B William J. Noonan
S Northern Accountants
6 LEWAHOUSE(GB)(12)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Primrose Time 9 10-13
J Bruce Lynn E Cheek Pieces
T Catch Bissett, Leslie
O Bissett Racing
B Mrs D. A. Whitaker
TFRHHHII BHA92 FORM 2/2-5406
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who was well held switched to handicaps last 2 starts. Headgear applied now sent chasing (placed on last of 4 starts in Irish points).
8Mar Ayr 24f HcpH soft 6/16 Monsieur Le Fuzz (FR) 33l 11Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 8/10 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE) 47l May24 Hex 20f Hdl good 4/9 Roccovango (IRE) 17l
TFRHHHII BHA86
FORM 530-500
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who was not a fluent hurdler so probably best watched now chasing.
19Feb Don 24f HcpH good 11/14 Jukebox Fury (IRE) 39l
28Jan Nwc 22f HcpH soft 7/11 Authorized Mission 13l Nov24 Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf 5/11 Starlyte (IRE) 11l
TFRHHHHH BHA84
FORM 132402 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to somewhere near best (following a wind operation) when second of 5 in handicap chase at Doncaster (20.5f, good) 34 days ago. Races off same mark here so needs considering.
19Feb Don 20f HcpC good 2/5 Bravethewaves 1l
Dec24 Cat 25f HcpC good 7/13 Poetry Man (IRE) 27l
Nov24 Mkt 23f HcpC soft 4/8 Pats Dream (IRE) 25l
TFRHHHII BHA79
FORM P5-5000
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who cut little ice switched to handicaps this season. Has at least dropped to a workable mark now chasing (made frame sole outing in Irish points).
16Feb Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 8/8 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE) 18l
Dec24 Hex 23f HcpH soft 8/16 Robert d’Ores (FR) 30l
Nov24 Hex 23f HcpH good 8/12 Twoplacesatonetime (IRE) 17l
TFRHHHII BHA78
FORM 321-600 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to offer much over hurdles but no surprise if this point winner fared better on chase/ handicap debut.
26Jan Seg 19f Hdl soft 7/9 Jakana (IRE) 52l 16Jan Nwc 20f Hdl gd-sf 8/10 The Gray Ghost (IRE) 38l Dec24 Hex 20f Hdl soft 6/10 Not A Light (IRE) 29l
FORM 3-66620 C
S Tote TFRHHIII BHA77
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run but showed he retains ability when returning from wind surgery to finish second at Ayr (20.5f). Showed little on belated chase bow here 12 days ago, however
Divas Doyen (IRE) 30l 11Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 2/10 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE) 71/2l 2Jan Ayr 20f HcpH soft 6/18 Alright Dai (IRE) 13l
7 DEQUALL(GB)(12)
Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Bark (IRE) 9 10-10
J Sam Coltherd E Cheek Pieces
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O The Seahouses Syndicate
B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd TFRHHHII BHA74 FORM P23P00 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced over hurdles here last time but now 4 years since his last win and it’s been 3 years since his last run over fences. 13Mar
(10)
B g Recharge (IRE) - Pezula 6 10-10
J Charlie Price (3) E Tongue Strap
T Maurice Barnes, Brampton
O Halfway House Syndicate
B Mrs J. Weston
S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd TFRHHHHI BHA74 FORM 150431
TIMEFORM VIEW A most fortuitous winner at Newcastle on return (nearly 50 lengths down when left alone 2 out) but no element of luck involved in when scoring there 10 days ago, in command approaching last. Should go well again. 15Mar Nwc 23f HcpC gd-sf 1/6 Community Rebel (IRE)
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Halfway House Lad (GB), 10-3 Coolmoyne (GB), 7-1 Powers Dilemma (IRE), 8-1 Dequall (GB), 10-1 Beat The Boum (GB), Worth The Walk (IRE), 12-1 Lucky Soldier (IRE), 16-1 Lewa House (GB)
A weak event but at least COOLMOYNE and Halfway House Lad both arrive in good heart, the former shading the vote.
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THE NOREEN WILSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
for four 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 (20-25): W Coltherd (17 wins from 132 runners, 13%) runs FAMOUS LISS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs LAWRENNY
Weightwatcher: REWIRED won off a handicap mark of 120, his rating is now down 9lb to 111.
Longest Traveller: LAWRENNY trained by J Candlish, Leek, 168 miles.
1 LAWRENNY(GB)(40)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rare Ruby (IRE)6 12-0
J Sean Quinlan
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
O Mrs Judith Ratcliff
B Mrs Judith Ratcliff
S PRA World Ltd
2 ROCKONJET(IRE)(42)
B g Jet Away - Supreme Magical 6 11-7
J Jonathon Bewley E Hood
T George Bewley, Colby
O Ivinson, Mandle,Annett and Gibson
B Michael McCullagh
S Lloyd Ltd
3 REWIRED(GB)(22)
Ch g Power - Kekova 7 11-5
J Harry Reed
T Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater
B Mr T. G. Roddick
S AKV Group Ltd, D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd
4 THATONE(GB)(40)
B g Dartmouth - Don’t Point 6 11-3
J Conor O’Farrell
T James Walton, Morpeth
O Messrs F. T. Walton
B Messrs F. T. Walton
5 GALIDAM(FR)(61)
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Rainbowline (FR) 5 11-3
J Brian Hughes E Tongue Strap
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O M.H.O.G.
B Mr Richard Corveller
S Micky Hammond Racing
6 FAMOUSLISS(IRE)(40)
B g Famous Name - Liss Agragh (IRE) 7 10-13
J Sam Coltherd
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O BBS Partnership
B N. Flynn
S Bell Rural Solutions
7 HOURLESS(GB)(87)
B g Time Test - Poly Pomona 5 10-11
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
TFRHHHHI BHA120
FORM 21-5122 D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive winner in bumpers and has done well over hurdles, taking 2m novice at Wetherby before good seconds at Newcastle and Sandown, splitting a promising pair last time when a steadily-run race back down at 2m was perhaps not ideal. Respected on handicap debut. 13Feb San 15f Hdl soft 2/6 Tradecraft (IRE) 3/4l 28Jan Nwc 20f Hdl soft 2/12 Jupiter des Mottes (FR) nk Dec24 Wet 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/9 Idaho Valley (IRE) 2l
TFRHHHII BHA113
FORM 5-32313 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Found some improvement fitted with hood when making all in 2m Ayr handicap hurdle in the mud in January and made a promising start over fences there last time. Same mark back in this sphere and one to note.
11Feb Ayr 16f HcpC gd-sf 3/6 Dance Thief (IRE)
6Jan Ayr 16f HcpH soft 1/7 Ballyfort (IRE)
Nov24 Ayr 16f Hdl good 3/12 Saracen Beau (IRE) 13l
TFRHHHHH BHA111
FORM 430601 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark as he resumed winning ways in 17f Newcastle handicap hurdle 3 weeks ago. Looked right back on song and can go well again up 4lb.
3Mar Nwc 16f HcpH good 1/7 The Grafter (IRE) 3
/2
1Feb Mus 15f HcpH gd-sf 11/12 Welsh Charger (IRE) 16l 18Jan Hay 15f HcpH soft 6/8 Bertie’s Ballet 20l
TFRHHHII BHA109
FORM 544-541
TIMEFORM VIEW Took on a few above-average types in maiden/novice events and improved further to make a successful handicap debut in novice event at Newcastle (17f) last month, getting the better of the hard-pulling runner-up late on. Switched to open company up 4lb but could have more to offer.
13Feb Nwc 16f HcpH gd-sf 1/13 Willie Shake Hands (IRE) nk
Dec24 Kel 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/14 Captain Butler (IRE) 83/4l Dec24 Kel 16f Hdl soft 5/12 Dedicated Hero (IRE) 17l
TFRHHIII BHA109
FORM 46-0F15
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler in France who opened his account in 10-runner claimer at Moulins back in September May have needed first run since for new yard at Wetherby in January and off again since. Tongue tie back on and this should reveal more.
23Jan Wet 16f Hdl soft 5/10 Chart Topper (FR) 50l Sep24 Mou 17f Hdl - 1 Hargnar (FR) 14l Sep24 Pom 19f Hdl - F Pankhurst (FR) -
TFRHHHII BHA105
FORM 26F550
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who ran his best race over hurdles in C&D novice in June. Well beaten again last time but yard going much better now and he’s not without interest back in a handicap over this trip.
13Feb Nwc 20f Hdl gd-sf 9/13 King of Answers (IRE) 90l 18Jan Hay 15f Hdl soft 5/7 Dedicated Hero (IRE) 29l 2Jan Ayr 16f Hdl soft 5/10 Walking On A Dream (IRE)53/4l
TFRHHHII BHA103 FORM 22U-U40 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner for Alan King in 2023, including in C&D juvenile hurdle. Yet to look like adding to his tally for current connections but his mark has dipped again. Tongue tie goes on.
Dec24 Cat 19f HcpH good 7/7 Achille des Rocs (FR) 18l Dec24 Car 17f HcpH soft 4/8 To Chase A Dream 18l Nov24 Car 17f HcpH gd-sf U/10 Disco Annie (IRE) -
8 VTWELVE(IRE)
(7)
Br g Slade Power (IRE) - Black Mascara (IRE) 6 10-6
J William Maggs (5)
T Martin Todhunter, Penrith
O Ms Helen C Gordon
B C. Weld, R. Kavanagh & D. Hannigan
S Tote
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
TFRHHHII BHA98 FORM 61-3432 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form bidding to win 2m Wetherby conditionals’ handicap hurdle for second year running last week, responding well to a more positive ride than previously and finding only a less-exposed sort too good. Respected off the same mark. 18Mar Wet 16f HcpH good 2/7 Bodygroove 2l 22Feb Nwc 16f HcpH gd-sf 3/11 The Best Way (FR)
Nov24 Wet 16f HcpH good 4/6 Williethebuilder (IRE) 16l
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Rock On Jet (IRE), 4-1 Lawrenny (GB), 9-2 Rewired (GB), 11-2 V Twelve (IRE), 7-1 That One (GB), 12-1 Famous Liss (IRE), 33-1 Galidam (FR), 50-1 Hourless (GB)
REWIRED looked right back on song as he resumed winning ways at Newcastle 3 weeks ago and can strike again after a 4lb rise. There are several dangers, headed by Lawrenny and last week’s Wetherby runner-up V Twelve.
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THE GREENHEAD HOTEL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
4) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs CHOOSE A COPPER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs YEALAND
Longest Traveller: YEALAND trained by J Candlish, Leek, 168 miles.
1 LIEUTENANTCOMMAND(FR)(36)
Gr g Kendargent (FR) - Maternelle (FR) 11 12-2
J Harry Reed E Cheek Pieces
T Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
O Tynedale Racing Partnership
B J.O. Trading Aps
2 YEALAND(IRE)(2)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Jane Hall (IRE) 6 11-13
J Sean Quinlan
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
O Mr P. And Mrs G. A. Clarke
B Ms A. J. Fox
S PRA World Ltd
3 CHOOSEACOPPER(IRE)(51)
B g Well Chosen - Printing Copper (IRE) 7 11-12
J Patrick Wadge E Tongue Strap
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O Thunder Holdings Ltd & Russell
B Donal Coffey
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
4 JETLEGS(IRE)(56)
B g Jet Away - Supreme Magical 8 11-7
J Henry Brooke E Visor
T Martin Todhunter, Penrith
O Mrs Suzy Brown & Mr Peter R Brown
B Michael McCullagh
S Tote
5 HELLOJUDGE(GB)(2) (in 7lb ex)
B g Martaline - Oeuvre Vive (FR) 9 11-10
J E Tongue Strap
T Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne
O Mr Ian Hamilton
B Mrs Sally Noott
S Hamilton
6 TRAC(FR)(36)
TFRHHHHH BHA122 FORM 6/0-P2P6
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap chaser at best for Noel Meade. All the better for belated return/yard debut when runner-up at Carlisle in December On a nice mark on that form and shaped better than bare result starting out for this stable at Carlisle 5 weeks ago. Drop back in trip will suit. 17Feb Car 24f HcpC gd-sf 6/7 Tanganyika (FR) 19l 1Feb Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf P/12 The Kalooki KidDec24 Car 20f HcpC soft 2/7 Grandads Cottage (IRE) 10l
TFRHHHII BHA119
FORM 123113 D BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over hurdles last season and made a successful chase debut at Doncaster (20.5f) in December Showed a good attitude when resuming winning ways at Newcastle before walked over at Haydock on Wednesday Respectable 7 1/4 lengths third to Hello Judge at Carlisle on Sunday 23Mar Car 19f HcpC good 3/9 Hello Judge 71/4l 19Mar Hay 19f HcpC good 1/1 -13Feb Nwc 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/5 Rattling Road (IRE) s.h
TFRHHIII BHA118
FORM 62-165P CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward when making a winning return/chasing bow over C&D in October but has gone backwards from that in 3 starts since, reported to have bled last time.
2Feb Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf P/7 Insurrection (IRE)2Jan Ayr 20f HcpC soft 5/6 Hashtag Boum (FR) 25l Nov24 Kel 21f HcpC gd-sf 6/10 Breakdance Kid 24l
TFRHHHII BHA113
FORM 23-6535
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a pair of handicap chases around 3m last season but just respectable efforts at best so far this term and bit more needed in a change of headgear Back down in trip.
28Jan Nwc 23f HcpC soft 5/8 If Not For Dylan (IRE) 71/2
2Jan Ayr 24f HcpC soft 3/5 Whistle Stop Tour (IRE)
Dec24 Kel 32f HcpC soft 5/11 Bretney (IRE) 17l
TFRHHHII BHA109 FORM 4461P1 D
NON-RUNNER
B g Kingsalsa (USA) - Belobaka (FR) 8 11-2
J Conor O’Farrell E Cheek Pieces
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O Randall Orchard, Gary King & Partners
B S.A.S Fresnay Agricole
S Micky Hammond Racing
7 GRANDVOYAGE(FR)(18)
B g Network (GER) - Qape Noir (FR) 9 10-9
J Sam Coltherd E Cheek Pieces
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Shire Dreamers
B EARL Trinquet, M. Trinquet & O. Trinquet
S Bell Rural Solutions
TIMEFORM VIEW Decent strike rate over fences and added to his tally at Carlisle on Sunday Quick turnaround and 7lb penalty make him vulnerable, however
9Mar Car 24f
P/9 Red Happy (FR)17Feb Car 19f HcpC gd-sf 1/11 Indian Louis (IRE)
TFRHHIII BHA108
FORM 411-6P5 D
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner last season but yet to fire this time around, soon off the bridle at Carlisle latest. Needs a big step forward. 17Feb Car 19f HcpC gd-sf 5/11 Hello Judge 33l Dec24 Hay 19f HcpC soft P/7 Ned Tanner (IRE)Nov24
TFRHHHHI BHA101
FORM 26P231 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a lengthy losing run from a mark 20lb lower than for his previous win over fences when beating 8 rivals at Ayr 18 days ago. Only 2lb higher here so should remain competitive.
7Mar Ayr 20f
8 HALPHASOLEIL(FR)(12)
Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) 8 10-7
J Brian Hughes 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
9 DIVASDOYEN(IRE)(12)
B m Doyen (IRE) - Sleeping Diva (FR) 8 10-2
J Miss Heidi Palin (7) E Cheek Pieces
T Sandy Forster, Kelso
O The Unlikely Tenors
B Cyril O’Hara
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.
Stewards Note:
TFRHHHHI BHA99
FORM 105542 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 1/2m hurdle here in June and best effort over fences since when going close behind Divas Doyen over C&D 12 days ago. 8lb better off with the winner here and needs considering with headgear on.
13Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/11 Divas Doyen (IRE)
4/9
TFRHHHII BHA87
FORM 122441 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally came good in 2 1/2m handicap at Carlisle in November Back to form when resuming winning ways under this rider over C&D 12 days ago by 1/2 length from Halpha Soleil. However, looks up against it racing off a 11lb higher mark (7lb out of the weights).
CHOOSE A COPPER: Following its run on 2/2/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Grand Voyage (FR), Halpha Soleil (FR), 11-2 Yealand (IRE), 17-2 Jet Legs (IRE), 12-1 Lieutenant Command (FR), Divas Doyen (IRE), 16-1 Choose A Copper (IRE), 25-1 Trac (FR)
LIEUTENANT COMMAND shaped as if back in form starting out for another new yard at Carlisle 5 weeks ago until his stamina ran dry and is potentially on a handy mark back down in class/distance. Halpha Soleil enhanced his decent record here when a good second over C&D 12 days ago so is another to consider along with Grand Voyage, who should remain competitive having ended his losing run at Ayr last time.
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for maiden four five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £6500 Owners Prize Money 1st £2712, 2nd £1357 3rd £678 4th £339 (Penalty Value £3539.90)
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (32 wins from 212 runners, 15%) runs IMPERFECTLYPERFECT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs IMPERFECTLYPERFECT
Longest Traveller: NSEVENTEEN trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 168 miles.
1 EAGLE’SCAIRN(IRE)(50)
Br g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Stein Castle (IRE) 5 11-5
J Bruce Lynn
T N. W. Alexander Kinneston
O Miss Jean Matterson
B The Beeches Stud Ltd
S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
2 IMPERFECTLYPERFECT(IRE)(39)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ballyknock Hill (IRE) 5 11-5
J Jack Power (7) E Tongue Strap
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O The Imperfects
B B. Higgins
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
3 LASTMANSTANDING(GB)(-)
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bollin Judith 5 11-5
J Nathan Moscrop
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
O Mr J N Swinbank
B Richard & Candy Mathias
S Bluegrass Horse Feeds
4 NSEVENTEEN(IRE)(359)
B g Idaho (IRE) - Fennor Rose (IRE) 5 11-5
J Brian Hughes
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
O Thomas Fearn and Partner
B Mr Michael Dillon
S Tote
5 SPARKYTOM(GB)
(-)
B g Telescope (IRE) - Clovelly 5 11-5
J Ryan Mania
T Paul Robson, Alnwick
O Miss Rhona Brewis
B Miss Rhona Brewis
S Tote
6 TEABOY(IRE)(-)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Name For Fame (USA)5 11-5
J Danny McMenamin
T Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
O Mr P. G. Atkinson
B Butlersgrove Stud
7 MOONLIGHTTRAIL(GB)(-)
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Genstone Trail 6 10-12
J Edward Austin (5)
T Paul Robson, Alnwick
O Rosie Robson-Tinsley, Phil & Ba Harwood
B Mrs S. C. Welch
S PRCT Bloodstocks Limited, Tote
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 03
TIMEFORM VIEW Better effort in bumpers when third of 6 at Carlisle (soft) 7 weeks ago but the form is little better than modest.
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 023
TIMEFORM VIEW £70,000 recruit from the Irish pointing field who made a promising start to his Rules career when 5 lengths third in Kelso bumper (soft) last month. Tongue tie added. Leading claims with improvement likely 14Feb Kel 16f NHF soft 3/7 Kiwi Rush (IRE) 5l
TFRHHHII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW Schiaparelli gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdle winner around 2 1/2m Hidden History The stable had a first-time-out bumper winner last month so market confidence worth noting.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 3-
TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 purchase after finishing third in an Irish point last March. Bumper and hurdle winners have emerged from that race so he rates an interesting contender particularly if the betting vibes are strong.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHIII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding. Dam (h87) maiden hurdler (stayed 21f). One of 2 newcomers from the stable and the betting should help to separate them.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW Diamond Boy half-brother to 3 winners, notably Queen Mother Champion Chase winner Put The Kettle On. Dam fair hurdler up to 2 1/2m. Small stable has tasted bumper success. One to note in the betting.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHIII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW £10,000 Pether’s Moon mare. One of 2 newcomers from her stable
RACECOURSE DEBUT
8 IVAN’SLEGACY(GB)(-)
B g Flag of Honour (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) 4 10-9
J Henry Brooke
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett
B L P Richards & Susan Corbett
S SIMPSONS MALT LTD, J e Douglas & Sons
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 5, 6, 8.
TFRHHIII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW Flag of Honour gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Les’s Legacy Dam (c92/h110) 2m/17f hurdle winner (stayed 2 1/2m), also successful at up to 1 1/4m winner on Flat. The stable isn’t a regular source of bumper winners.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Imperfectlyperfect (IRE), 3-1 Nseventeen (IRE), 8-1 Last Man Standing (GB), 9-1 Eagle’s Cairn (IRE), 10-1 Tea Boy (IRE), 20-1 Sparky Tom (GB), 22-1 Ivan’s Legacy (GB), 25-1 Moonlight Trail (GB)
IMPERFECTLYPERFECT gets the nod on the back of a promising bumper debut at Kelso last month. Donald McCain’s Nseventeen was third in a decent Irish point last March and would rate a possible big threat if the betting speaks for him. Last Man Standing and Tea Boy are newcomers who make appeal on paper
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.20 - THE RACING TO SCHOOL 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, March 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 23rd. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025 for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £40 - Closed March 19th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.71)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.50 - THE RACING TO SCHOOL 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, March 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 23rd. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £40 - Closed March 19th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.71) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.20 - THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARGARET WATLING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258 the third £1128 and the fourth £565 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £40 - Closed March 19th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.50 - THE MICK WALSH OPEN DITCH 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, March 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 23rd. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £40 - Closed March 19th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243 (Penalty Value £5096.16) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE NOREEN WILSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 23rd. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £45 - Closed March 19th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £4503; Second £2251; Third £1126; Fourth £563; Fifth £281. (Penalty Value £5888.31)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.50 - THE GREENHEAD HOTEL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6786 to the winning horse The second to receive £3122, the third £1561, the fourth £781 and the fifth £389 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 23rd. Penalties, after March 15th, 2025 for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £50 - Closed March 19th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £5190; Second £2594; Third £1298; Fourth £649; Fifth £324. (Penalty Value £6786.08)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.25 - THE HORSLYX - FOR HORSE’S HEALTH & WELFARE OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3539 to the winning horse The second to receive £1630, the third £815 and the fourth £408 for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 19th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 11 entries at £30 - Closed March 19th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £2712; Second £1357; Third £678; Fourth £339 (Penalty Value £3539.90)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
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