Kelso Racecard - Sunday 15th January

Sunday 15th January 2023

Thank you for joining us at Kelso Racecourse.

Happy New Year! Welcome to the first of fifteen fixtures scheduled to be staged at Kelso in 2023. There’s plenty to look forward to in the months ahead including: the £100,000 bet365 Morebattle Hurdle on 4th March, the Go North Series Finals on 25th March and Ladies Day on 28th May On Monday 17th April, Buccleuch Cup Day, we’re planning a special celebration as the racecourse will be 200 years and one day old. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves Today’s meeting features seven competitive races including the Chairman’s Cup Handicap Steeplechase which has attracted three popular course winners: Elvis Mail, Big River and Bavington Bob We’d like to thank the connections of these horses, and all the others engaged on the card, for choosing to support Kelso – the spectacle wouldn’t be the same without you.

The feature race is generously sponsored by the Chairman of the racecourse Mark Hunter Our gratitude goes to him and each of our other race sponsors who include William Hill Bookmakers, the bookmakers of the betting ring (paid for through their annual marketing fee) and Racing TV We’d like to extend a particularly warm welcome, on what is likely to be a chilly afternoon, to each and every racegoer attending today – we admire you your fortitude and we share your passion for the sport. We look forward to seeing you again as we progress through the year Good luck and may you find plenty of winners.

Jonathan Garratt Managing Director, Kelso Races Ltd

OFFICIALS

Sunday 15th January 2023

Stewards ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward), JOHN WILSON(Stewards’ Panel Chair), LYNDSAY ALLAN, ADRIAN SMITH, LAUREN THOMSON

Starters STUART TURNER, RUSSELL GARRITTY

Judge NICHOLAS HARGREAVE

Clerk of the Scales MICHAEL HAMILTON

Veterinary Officer ARTHUR KIDD

Commentator DARREN OWEN

Raceday Announcer ROBERT HOGARTH

Medical Officers

DR MAUDE DONKERS, DR JOEL BARKER, DR FIONA STRUTHERS, DR SAM FOSTER, DR CLAIRE MCLEAN, DR VIVIEN TUT, DR ANNA O’DONOGHUE

Veterinary Surgeons

MR TIM DAVIES, B.V,M,&S., CERT E.P., M.R.C.V.S, MR URS SCHAELI, MED VET. M.R.C.V.S., MR EDWARD CHINN, B.VET.MED, CERT.E.P., M.R.C.V.S., MRS SARAH SIMPSON B.V,M,&S M.R.C.V.S. RYAN O’CONNOR B.VET. MEDCERT. A.V.P. (EM) PG CERT.V.P.S. M.R.C.V.S., MICHAEL MORRISON, B.VM.&S, M.R.C.V.S., MR EUGENIO CILLAN GARCIA

Betting Ring Manager JOHN CLARK

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

Patron

TRACEY HAMILTON, CYRIL JOHNSTONE, JAMES BONAR

MR DH DAVIDSON

Directors MR MS HUNTER (CHAIRMAN), MR GF ADAM, MR RM LANDALE, MRS J MILLAR, MR RL MILLER-BAKEWELL, MR J GARRATT (MANAGING DIRECTOR)

Clerk of the Course MATTHEW TAYLOR

Safeguarding Officers

MR M TAYLOR, MR J GARRATT

Mark Hunter Chairman

Jonathan Garratt Managing Director

Matthew Taylor Clerk Of The Course

Trish Spours Assistant Manager

Steph Brown Finance Manager

Joanna McNulty Office Administrator

Sherri Hough-Kiberd Marketing & Social Media Coordinator

Steve Horlick Event Safety Officer

Gillian Meikle Caretaker

Connor Armstrong Head Groundsman

How to Bet

1. Select your horse and note its name and racecard number

2. Choose your bet – ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are the two most common types:

• ‘To win’ is for your horse to come frst

• ‘Each-way’ is when you place two bets in one: one for your horse to come frst, the other for it to be placed. Therefore £2 each-way = £4 total bet.

• What qualifes as a ‘place’ depends on the number of runners: between two and four runners - frst place only; between five and seven runners - frst and second place; eight runners and over - frst three places; 16 runners and over (handicaps only) - frst four places

• The place part of the bet will be paid out at a fraction of the odds, usually a quarter or a ffth - this varies depending on the bookmaker, so check if you are unsure!

3. Decide the amount, also known as the stake that you are comfortable to bet

4. Choose your outlet and place your bet e.g. “£2 win on number three” or “£2 each-way on number six”.

5. If your horse has won, wait to hear “weighed in” over the public address system and then go and collect any winnings!

6. Got so swept up you forgot to collect your cash? There are details of how to collect winning slips after the raceday on our terms and conditions page near the back of the racecard.

Lucinda Russell is Kelso’s leading trainer and runs Clovis Bay (12.30), Its a Midnight (1.00), Well Above Par & Caboy (1.30), Traprain Law & Thistlebuffs (2.00), Thereisnodoubt (2.30), Big River (3.00) & Without Conviction (3.30)

Brian Hughes is operating at a 15% strike rate for the past two weeks and he rides Barnabas Collins (1.00), Thatsy (1.30), Galunggung (2.00), Beat Box (2.30), Bavington Bob (3.00)

THE EDINBURGH GIN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2022/23

TOP KELSO OWNERS

Mr Raymond Anderson Green 4

Mr and Mrs M McPherson And Mrs Q Thomson 3

Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson 2

Coltherd Racing Club 2

Richard D A Hames and Doug Pocock 1

Mr G H Bell 1

Mr John Wade 1

Middleham Park Racing C 1

DJ Jeffreys Racing Club 1

Gary Wood & Neil Hixon 1 Annett and Mandle 1

Mr M Barnes 1

Mrs Elaine Holmes 1

The Operators 1

Miss Rebecca Dennis 1

Tarzan Bloodstock 1

Ursa Major Racing Club & Partner 1

The Ormello Way 1 Claxby & Co 1

Mr P Stephen & Mr Mark Flemming 1

The Caledonian Racing Society 1 Gardiner & The Cool Runnings Team 1

Lucinda Russell 8

Sandy Thomson 7

Rose Dobbin 3 Rebecca Menzies 3

Iain Jardine 2

George Bewley 2 Nicky Richards 2 Donald McCain 2 Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero 2 Ewan Whillans 2 Stuart Coltherd 2 Maurice Barnes 1 L J Morgan 1

Brian Hughes 6

Derek Fox 5

Sean Quinlan 5

Ryan Mania 4

Conor Rabbitt 3

Craig Nicol 3

Connor O’Farrell 3

Patrick Wadge 2

Danny McMenamin 2

Ross Chapman 2

Jack Hogan 1

Jonathon Bewley 1 Aaron Anderson 1

The Friday Lions 2 1

Alan Wight 1

Mr Ken McGarrity 1

Mrs Fiona Telfer 1

Mr A Philips, Dr C Kesson & Mr N Ewart 1

Mrs Karen Spark 1

The Kestrel Partnership 1

Mr Duncan McCready 1 Holland, Gibson and Bewley 1

Tor Side Racing 1

Mr John R Adam 1

Mrs S Russell & A M Russell 1

Colin and Kay Taylor 1

Bjordon,BrianJordon,Sjordon&NMcConnell 1

Hands and Heels 1

Foxtrot Anti Bridgie and Dreamweavers 1

Mr G Nicholson 1

Sapphire Print Solutions Ltd 1

Glassex Holdings Ltd 1

J Sword, Russell & Bristol Boys 1 Horsplay Syndicate 1

TOP KELSO TRAINERS

Fergal O’Brien 1 D J Jeffreys 1

Gillian Bonas 1 Ann Duffield 1

Dianne Sayer 1

Ruth Jefferson 1

Jackie Stephen 1

James Ewart 1

Daragh Bourke 1

N W Alexander 1

Philip Kirby 1

Warren Greatrex 1

S R M Crawford 1

TOP KELSO JOCKEYS

Nathan Moscrop 1

Callum Bewley 1

Dylan Johnston 1

Bruce Lynn 1

Sam Coltherd 1

Stephen Mulqueen 1

Kielan Woods 1

Jamie Hamilton 1

Henry Brooke 1

Thomas Dowson 1

Mr Gearoid Harney 1

James Bowen 1

Race Stats

Leading

Longest

RETREAT

(3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Getawaygelding.Finishedlastof6inanAyrbumperondebutandhewasultimatelyaneverdangerous third of 6 on hurdles debut at that venue last month. Still, he’s not discounted in a tricky affair TFRHHHII BHA-

CLOVIS BOY (GB) (-)

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Yorton Farm Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWClovisDuBerlaisgelding.Dam,lightlyracedoverhurdlesinFrance,half-sistertohurdlewinnerabroadupto21/4mMarmiton.Hadwindopaheadofdebutandhewouldn’tneedtobeanythingoutoftheordinarytoplayaleadrole.Tonguetied. TFRHHHHH BHA-

HALFWAY HOUSE LAD (GB) (8) U 11-0

Br B g Recharge (IRE) - Pezula

Stephen Mulqueen J O Halfway House Syndicate Maurice Barnes, Brampton T B Mrs J. Weston

TIMEFORM VIEW£3,0003-y-o,Rechargegelding.Dampoormaidenhurdler 150/1,soonbehindandunseatedrider

10-12

10-12

Jamie Hamilton J

Racing Catch Bissett, Leslie T

V. M. Guiot & Dr V. B. Stoffel Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Modestat best in bumpers for Oliver Sherwood. Similar story in 4 hurdlesfor N. W.Alexander (handicap debut latest) but he’s best watched returning for a new yard after 16 months off the track TFRHHIII BHA78

HALCYON DREAMS (IRE) (13) 60064U

by

Hood worn by No 3. Visor worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 7, 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2. Stewards Note:

FORTIFIED BAY: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the horse lost its right fore shoe. CRIXUS’S ESCAPE: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. DEEP CHARM: Following its run on 4/12/2022 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Dragonfruit (GB), 4-1 Touch Kick (IRE), 6-1 Caboy (FR), 15-2 Deep Charm (GB), 11-1 Thatsy (FR), 18-1 Straight Swap (IRE), Well Above Par (IRE), 20-1 Velasco (IRE), 22-1 Fortified Bay (IRE), Crixus’s Escape (IRE)

DRAGONFRUIT races from an unchanged mark from when runner-up at Sedgefield in November and can build on that promising return. Touch Kick ran his best race for current connections last time and should give another good account, with Deep Charm also capable of getting in the mix if over the apparent physical ailment that looked evident last time.

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DRAGONFRUIT 2.TOUCH KICK (IRE) 3.DEEP CHARM

Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

Sean Quinlan J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

Wood Farm Stud Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Second in a point bumper but looked to be learning in bumpers and fell on his hurdling debut in a novice at Newcastle. TFRHIIII BHA-

Bruce Lynn (3) J

Bissett Racing Catch Bissett, Leslie T

Wood Farm Stud Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to come up to expectations in bumpers for Nicky Richards and failed to beat a rival at Perth on debut for new stable. TFRHIIII BHA-

BREEZE OF WIND (IRE) (42) 05233-1 6 11-0 Br Gr g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mite Be Cloudy (IRE)

Ross Chapman J

Mrs Sue Murtagh Barry Murtagh, Carlisle T

Mrs Mary Mangan TIMEFORM VIEW Arctic Cosmos gelding. Half-brother to modest hurdler Golan Cloud. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser (winner up to 21f) She’s Our Native. TFRHHIII BHA-

HIGHLANDER HILL (IRE) (24)

50

6 11-0

Tom Scudamore J O Mr A. Robson Paul Robson, Hawick T B Lakeview House Stud

Br Ch g Mahler - Cherish The Pear (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Mahler gelding who showed only a bit in Carlisle bumper on debut and was down the field on his hurdling bow at Ayr 24 days ago TFRHIIII BHA-

PUDDLEDUB I FROGET (GB) (20) P 7 11-0

Br B g Bollin Eric - Pollywog

Edward Austin (5) J O H G Racing Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T B Miss Fiona Reed

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in novice hurdle (150/1) at Newcastle (20.3f, soft) on NH debut 20 days ago and makes no appeal in this TFRHIIII BHA-

SERIOUS MICKEY (IRE)

(13) PP61-00

7 11-0

Danny McMenamin J O Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Robert Honner Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Karinga Queen (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Took 5 attempts to get off the mark in Irish points and hasn’t offered a great deal in two hurdling outings to date. Others preferred. TFRHIIII BHA-

THISTLEBUFFS (IRE) (-)

6 11-0

Br B g Fame And Glory - Doransfirth (IRE)

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Derek Fox J O Mrs Jo Tracey & Mr K Alexander

Mr Eddie Naughton Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fame And Glory gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Millen To One, stays 2 3/4m. Interesting newcomer who is worth monitoring in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-

TRAPRAIN LAW

Patrick Wadge (7) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ra. Green Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to his best when making all in 8-runner handicap hurdle over C&D in December Respectable second here since and likely to be on the premises again. TFRHHHHH BHA114

Br

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Oatfield Lady (IRE) Thomas Willmott (3) J

Mr M. H. Walton Sandy Forster, Kelso T

Grove View Stud Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a weak C&D bumper in early May and looked too slow for this trip in a novice over C&D 17 days ago Others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA-

RUNNERS 14 2022: SOFT RISK (FR) 6 11 10 Brian Hughes 2-5 (Nicky Richards) 10 ran Hood worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 13.

Note: FABULEUX DU CLOS: Following its run on 2/1/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. GALLANT FLAME: Following its run on 2/1/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its action. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Traprain Law (FR), 7-2 Galunggung (FR), 4-1 Fabuleux du Clos (FR), 11-1 Ebendi (IRE), 12-1 Thistlebuffs (IRE), 20-1 Breeze of Wind (IRE), 25-1 Pipers Cross (IRE), 50-1 Artic Row (GB), 66-1 Bray Dale (GB), Serious Mickey (IRE), 100-1 Highlander Hill (IRE), 200-1 Couldntgivamonkeys (IRE), Gallant Flame (IRE), 300-1 Puddledub I Froget (GB)

SMARTER

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in a well-held ninth on yard debut here 17 days ago Needs a big step forward. TFRHHIII BHA121

Conor O’Farrell J O Mr Gerry McGladery

Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

Summerhill Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulhurdlerforThomasMullinsinIreland,successful3timesin2021.However,he’syettofirein3startsfor

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Beat Box (FR), 11-4 Stainsby Girl (GB), 4-1 Wor Verge (GB), 6-1 Thereisnodoubt (IRE), 16-1 McGowan’s Pass (GB), 33-1 Enemy Coast Ahead (GB), 100-1 Excelcius (USA)

Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEWVeteranstayingchaserwhoisa5-timecoursewinnerwholandedthisrace12monthsagofroma3lbhighermark Wellbelowhisbest incoupleofstartsaroundheresofarthiswinter,pulledupinBordersNationallatestbutbouncebacknotentirelyruledout TFRHHHII BHA137

BAVINGTON BOB (IRE) (85) 1113-60 CD 8

Br Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Chocolate Silk (IRE)

11-9

Brian Hughes J

Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T

belowpardisplaysbackintheautumnsosubsequentbreakneedstohavehadpositiveeffectaheadofthis TFRHHHII BHA135

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (39 wins from 299 runners, 13%) runs WITHOUT CONVICTION Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs WITHOUT CONVICTION

Longest Traveller: DUKE OF DECEPTION trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 212 miles.

on in a weak event Espoir Moriviere is likely to give his running, so he is feared most, and Without Conviction can’t be ruled out for all she doesn’t arrive in much form.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DUKE OF DECEPTION (IRE) 2.ESPOIR MORIVIERE (FR) 3.WITHOUT CONVICTION (IRE)

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 12.30 - THE KELSO JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old, which have not run in a flat race and which have not run in any race prior to 1st October 2022 and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb The Kelso Executive will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £2000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during the following season. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper 5 entries at £45. - Closed January 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

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Second Race 1.00 - THE visitkelso.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Visit Kelso have generously supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £35. - Closed January 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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Third Race 1.30 - THE racingtv.com/freetrial HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 6lb Racing TV have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning owner, as well as a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 26th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifiers during the current season. 17 entries, 0 at £10 and 17 at £50. - Closed January 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

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Fourth Race 2.00 - THE WILLIAM HILL BOOKMAKERS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice five yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Weights: 11st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb William Hill have sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 22 entries at £40. - Closed January 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

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Fifth Race 2.30 - THE KELSO BETTING RING BOOKMAKERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb This race has been generously sponsored by the bookmakers of the Kelso Betting Ring who will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries, 0 at £15 and 11 at £75. - Closed January 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

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Sixth Race 3.00 - THE CHAIRMAN’S CUP HANDICAP

STEEPLE

CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Chairman of Kelso Racecourse, Mark Hunter, has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, as well as a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, the winning owner will receive The Chairman’s Perpetual Cup to be held for one year only 8 entries, 1 at £15 and 7 at £75. - Closed January 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

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RACE

Seventh Race 3.30 - THE KELSO ANNUAL

MEMBERS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850 and the fourth £425. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 9th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 13th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to January 12th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb Kelso Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 26th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Red Rum Series qualifiers during the current season. 12 entries at £35. - Closed January 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE

SAFETY INFORMATION

A day at Kelso Racecourse should be great fun for everyone; nobody wants an injury or an incident to spoil their day. So, when push comes to shove, we need to make sure that there isn’t any pushing or shoving.

The racecourse team prepares carefully for each event and we take every precaution to ensure that the site is as safe as is practical. However, we also need some help from you – to take responsibility for your own safety and to respect the safety and comfort of those around you. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a brief list of precautions that we’d like all visitors to consider:

Alcohol & Substance Abuse

Fortunately very few accidents occur at Kelso Racecourse, but those that do are most likely to be relatively minor incidents involving someone who has had too much to drink Quite simply: you’ll be safer if you drink less alcohol. On the rare occasion that we receive a customer complaint, it’s quite likely to be linked to the behaviour of someone who’s had one too many So please drink responsibly and encourage your friends to stay within their limits

Any incident involving substance abuse will be dealt with by Police Scotland.

Slips, Trips, Falls

We’ve commenced a series of developments at the racecourse and we’re gradually making the site more accessible for all, with smoother surfaces and ramps where we have differences in gradient

Please note that the site is not flat and there may be differences in levels, particularly between old surfaces, and surfaces which have recently been renewed. Please take care of yourselves and mind where you walk Don’t try to run faster than your legs can go, even if you think your bookmaker might be packing away for the day

Fences, Walls & Barriers

The fences, walls and temporary barriers located on the racecourse are intended to segregate people into specific areas This may include segregating people from horses or people from sensitive or hazardous equipment

Please do not attempt to climb over, sit on or stand on any barriers – regardless of whether they appear to be permanent or temporary features – they are not designed to take a person’s weight

Horses

Horses are big and run very fast; hopefully yours will run fastest of all. Please pay attention when in close proximity to the horses: stay on the public side of any barriers (close to the track or horse walk areas) and do not sit on or lean over barriers near to the horses The running rails are designed to encourage the horses to stay on the track –but they will not withstand a horse’s weight if they hit them, nor a jockey’s if he is thrown over them – so be prepared to move if a horse is behaving erratically

Fires

We’re proud of Kelso’s reputation for providing a warm welcome and the unique feature provided by the real fires that we light in the listed Grandstand and in the log-burning braziers surrounding the Parade Ring.

Our Fires have no brains – so please use your own. Fires are hot and there is a danger of burning yourself if you touch the fire or the surrounding metalwork Please do not put anything in the fires or fireplaces

Children

We welcome many children to Kelso races Although we don’t consider them to be particularly dangerous, we do ask that all children are appropriately supervised by a responsible adult – who should be particularly mindful of all the considerations above

Kelso Races Ltd

The Racecourse, Kelso, Roxburghshire TD5 7SX Tel: 01573 221221 email: info@kelso-races.co.uk www.kelso-races.co.uk