Kelso Racecard - Wednesday 10th May

Wednesday 10th May 2023

Welcome to Kelso Racecourse for a bumper eight-race programme including two divisions of the RBC Brewin Dolphin Handicap Hurdle. Today’s feature race is the Class 3 Bedmax Handicap Steeplechase for which there are six declared runners including the popular Cedar Hill, already a four-time winner over fences at Kelso

One of the defining differences between jump racing and flat racing is the career length of the participants – with many of our favourite jump horses returning to Kelso year after year It’s one of the reasons why jump racing enthusiasts like to pay special attention to the runners in novice hurdle races and National Hunt flat races: to spot horses to follow for the future.

We’re therefore grateful to the connections of all the runners on today’s programme – thank you for choosing to run at Kelso We wish you an enjoyable afternoon’s sport.

We’d also like to thank each of the race sponsors who have contributed to the prize money for today’s programme which, in addition to Bedmax and RBC Brewin Dolphin, include the architects Aitken Turnbull, Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers and Racing TV.

Finally, we’d like to extend a warm welcome to all racegoers – you help to create the wonderful atmosphere that Kelso is known for. Good luck and may you find plenty of winners.

Jonathan Garratt Managing Director, Kelso Races Ltd

Wednesday 10th May 2023

Stewards

ADRIAN SMITH (Chief Steward), Mrs F. A. CLARK (Stewards’ Panel Chair), LAUREN THOMSON, ROBERT MCCARTHY, LOUISE NEALE

Starters JASON CALLAGHAN, RYAN COLLEY

Judge NICHOLAS HARGREAVE

Clerk of the Scales MICHAEL HAMILTON

Veterinary Officers ARTHUR KIDD, MATT BUTTERELL

Commentator SIMON HOLT

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

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

Patron

Directors

Clerk of the Course

Safeguarding Officers

JOHN CLARK

CYRIL JOHNSTONE, LINDA PORTER, JAMES BONAR

MR DH DAVIDSON

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

MATTHEW TAYLOR

MR M TAYLOR, MR J GARRATT

THE TEAM

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 READ

horse’s saddlecloth number

colour graphic

9

sex of horse: c=colt, h=horse, g=gelding, f=filly, m=maredam

previous performances: C-course winner, D=distance winner, CD=course & distance winner, BF=beaten favourite

horse’s name form sire dam

No of days since last ran

BIG RIVER (IRE)(49)PB15-30

age weight st-lbs

11

11-1

Br B g Milan - Call Kate (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Two Black Labs Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B J.R. Curran Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Wins over fences have come in small fields, but he does have some good efforts to his name in big-field handicapsandwasn’tdisgracedwheneighthintheWelshNationalatChepstowlasttime.Respected.TFRHHHII BHA139

colour of horse: b=bay br=brown, ch=chestnut, gr=grey

guide Official BHA rating

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

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.

Please gamble responsibly For more information visit www.gambleaware.co.uk

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

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

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

Kelso Racecourse was incredibly fortunate to have the dedicated service of Brian Meikle

(Head Groundsman for more than twenty-six years until the end of the 2020/21 season) who died peacefully on Monday 1st May.

There will be a funeral service for Brian on Tuesday 16th May at 12.30pm Kelso North Parish Church, followed by interment at Rosebank Cemetery.

The team here at the Racecourse offer their condolences to Brian’s wife Gillian, as well as his many close friends and family.

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FIRST RACE | 1.40

THE RACING TV HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £10000

2m 7f 96y

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Stats

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (38 wins from 303 runners, 13%) runs DOMANDLOUIS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs DOMANDLOUIS

Weightwatcher: JUGE ET PARTI won off a handicap mark of 119, his rating is now down 12lb to 107.

Longest Traveller: MARGARET’S LEGACY trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 380 miles.

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

1

JUST DON’T KNOW (IRE) (12) 21416P- CD 10 12-0

Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Desperado Queen (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Border Caravans Ltd Paul Robson, Hawick T

B L. W. Doran

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfultwicein2021/22andnotchedsecondwinoflastseasonatAyr(3m)lastmonth,lookingverymuchincontrolbefore hissolerivalfellatthesecondlast.Goodrunofformhascometoahalttwicesince,though.Backdownintrip TFRHHHII BHA117

2

HIDDEN COMMANDER (IRE) (123) 35131P- CD 8 11-13

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Gift of Freedom (IRE) Sam Coltherd J

O Coltherd McDougal Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B M. Doran Bell Rural Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEWBoastsafinestrikerateoverfences,havingscoredon5ofhis10chaseoutings Ekedoutbitmoreimprovementtoland 7-runnerhandicapchaseatSedgefield(21.1fObutnowbackupintriphavingfailedtofireatNewcastle. TFRHHHHI BHA116

3

THE FERRY MASTER (IRE) (53) 0/5P30P- CD 10 11-12

Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Dinghy (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O The Potassium Partnership Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Virginia Lady Petersham Sandy Thomson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed very well over fences during 2020/21 campaign, notably finishing fourth in that season’s Scottish GrandNational.Hassubsequentlyfailedtoreproducethatlevelofformbutmarkcontinues tofallatleast. TFRHHHII BHA115

4

MARGARET’S LEGACY (FR) (39) 233/U53- 6 11-11

Br Ch g Prince Gibraltar (FR) - Caphira Alan Johns J

O The Old Romantics Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

B M. Richard Venn Bloodstock Ltd & M. J. W Dragonbet S

5

6

7

8

TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulformoverhurdles/fencesinFrance.Letdownbyjumpingfirst2startsoverfencesfornewyardthistermbutonthe backofawindop,heofferedalotmoreinare-fittedtonguetiewhenthirdatUttoxeter Nowlookswellweighted.

TOUCH KICK (IRE) (26) 553252- D

TFRHHHHH BHA114

12 11-8

Br B g Presenting - Bay Pearl (FR) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Hothersall & West Simon West, Middleham T

B Aaron Metcalfe

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran whose losing run ismounting up but hefound more than he oftendoeswhen second of 9 from his career-low mark at Sedgefield a month ago TFRHHHII BHA111

COSMIC OUTLAW (IRE) (34) 45/14PF- C 7 11-5

Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Golden Moro (IRE) Dylan Johnston (7) J

O The Friday Lions and Ronnie Jacobs Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Maurice Lane Hazelrigg Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles at Kelso in October but hasn’t reproduced that in 3 subsequent outings, falling on chase debut at Wetherby last month. Cheekpieces on first time.

TFRHHIII BHA108

JUGE ET PARTI (FR) (49) 4/4P04P- D 10 11-4

Br Gr g Martaline - Nakota Rag (FR)

Brian Hughes J

O The JP’s James Ewart, Langholm T

B Madame Aliette Forien Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Did well in handicap chases last season, winning twice over 3m. Respectable hurdling return at Wetherby but little to shout about over both sets of obstacles since. Cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHII BHA107

DOMANDLOUIS (IRE) (23) 13P422- C 6 11-1

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Drive On Kate (IRE)

O Two Black Labs

Patrick Wadge (5) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mrs Mairead Curran Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over hurdlesand now looks to begetting the hang ofchasing,runner-uptwice,latterly over this C&D Same mark so should give it another good go

TFRHHHHI BHA104

9

EXIT TO WHERE (FR) (16) 56435P- CD 9 10-13

Br B r Kapgarde (FR) - Rapsodie Sea (FR) Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Pascal Noue N. S. P. C. C., Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in a course handicap last spring but running no more than respectably since. Will be fit from a spin over hurdles TFRHHIII BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4, 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 7, 9.

Stewards Note:

HIDDEN COMMANDER: Following its run on 7/1/2023 it was reported that the horse resented the soft ground.

THE FERRY MASTER: Following its run on 18/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Domandlouis (IRE), 4-1 Margaret’s Legacy (FR), 5-1 Touch Kick (IRE),

7-1 Hidden Commander (IRE), 14-1 Just Don’t Know (IRE), 16-1 The Ferry Master (IRE), 18-1 Juge Et Parti (FR), Exit To Where (FR), 20-1 Cosmic Outlaw (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

MARGARET’S LEGACY seemed to be benefit from a wind op and for the re-fitting of a tongue tie when third at Uttoxeter and now he is back in form he looks ready to cash in on this handy mark Hidden Commander can boast an excellent strike rate and is a threat, along with Domandlouis

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HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2m 6f 151y

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (38 wins from 303 runners, 13%) runs ROWDY RUSTLER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs ROWDY RUSTLER

Weightwatcher: THE NAVIGATOR won off a handicap mark of 116, his rating is now down 8lb to 108. Longest Travellers: SPLIT THE BILL trained by M Hammond, FABULEUX DU CLOS trained by S G West, both Middleham, 112 miles.

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

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) no horse age st-lb

1

BETTER GETALONG (IRE) (49) 133/245- C 12 12-0

Br B g Gold Well - Arequipa (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (7) J

O Tarzan Bloodstock & King For A Day Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Ann & Eileen Cahalan Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEWFollowedCarlislesuccesslastFebruarywithastringofcreditableeffortsindefeat Wasn’tundulypunishedback from a 5-month break at Haydock (18.9f, good to soft) and possibilities back up in trip here off 2lb lower. TFRHHHII BHA117

2

CURLEY FINGER (IRE) (32) 346515- 6 11-9

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Tooreen (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J

O Club Racing Curley Partnership Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Mrs Mary Tyner Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

3

4

5

TIMEFORM VIEWHexhamnovicewinnerlastspringandsteppeduponpreviouseffortsinhandicapcompanywhenscoringover23.8fatMusselburgh(good tosoft)infirst-timecheekpiecesonpenultimatestart.However,this5lbhighermarkprovedbeyondhimatCarlislenexttime.

TFRHHIII BHA112

HOGANVILLE (IRE) (85) 01113P- C D 6 11-7

Br B g Frozen Fire (GER) - Wings To Soar (USA) Jonathon Bewley (3) J

O Annett, Gibson and Holland George Bewley, Colby T

B John Carr

TIMEFORM VIEWWithoutawinforPaulNolaninIrelandbutscored3timesforthisyardbetweenSeptemberandNovember,includinghere. LatesteffortatAyrwastoobadtobetruebut,inanycase,itcouldbethatthehandicappernowhashismeasure. TFRHHIII BHA110

FABULEUX DU CLOS (FR) (53) 3/23/341- 8 11-7

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Osmazome (FR)

Sean Quinlan J

O Mr Paul Hothersall Simon West, Middleham T

B A. Jollivet, C. Lecomte & F. Lecomte Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWLightly-raced8-y-o(presumablyhasn’tbeentheeasiesttotrain)whomadeawinninghandicapdebutinafirst-timetonguestrapatNewcastle(20.3f,heavy)inMarch.Sinceundergoneawindopand,ifabletobuildonthat,this7lbhighermarkmaybewithinhisreach.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

ROWDY RUSTLER (IRE) (34) 61/23PF- 8 11-6

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Posh Posy (IRE)

O Mr John R. Adam

B Rosemary Rooney

Patrick Wadge (5) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWNewcastlemaidenhurdlewinnerlastFebruaryandpromisingsecondonhischasedebut/reappearancethereinNovember However,thingshaven’tgonetoplansinceandhopespinnedonreturntothisspheresparkingarevival.

TFRHIIII BHA109

THE NAVIGATOR (GB) (23) 635500- C 8 11-5

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Blessing (USA)

O Mr G. H. Bell

Henry Brooke J

Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

B Sir Robert Ogden Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched fifth success over hurdles when accounting for 4 rivals in a 21f handicap here in September Largely below par since, though, and others make greater appeal, for all that he’s dipped to an attractive mark TFRHHIII BHA108 7

ANIMORE (GB) (23) 524514- C 10 11-3

Br B m Sulamani (IRE) - More Likely

O Mrs A. F. Tullie

B Mrs A. F. Tullie

Conor O’Farrell J

Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

Tote, Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEWCapitalisedonthedroptoacareer-lowmarkwheneasilyaccountingfor6rivalsinafast-ground21.4fAyrhandicapinMarch. Wasn’tseentobesteffectover18fheresinceandlikelytomakeherpresencefeltbackoveramoresuitabletrip TFRHHHII BHA106 8

SPLIT THE BILL (IRE) (13) 3/00344- 5 11-2

Br B g Champs Elysees - Spin The Wheel (IRE)

O Mr J N Swinbank

B J. B. Bloodstock Ltd

Jack Hogan (5) J

Micky Hammond, Middleham T

Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWProducedhisbesteffortyetwhenfourthof14onhishandicapbowuppedto20.2fatPerth(goodtosoft)recently It’spossiblethatthis5-y-ocouldpulloutmorenowfacedwithanevenstiffertest,sohe’sonetoconsider TFRHHHHH BHA105

9

FIRTH OF FORTH (IRE) (85)

022P/P6-

7 11-2

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Gypsy Mo Chara (IRE) Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Mark & Caroline Hunter Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Pierce Molony Hazelrigg Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the crossbar twice early last year, including over this C&D Potentially well treated judged on those efforts but needs to get back on track having offered little in 3 starts since switched to handicaps TFRHHIII BHA105

10

WARRIORS STORY (GB) (23)

P232P2-

7 10-12

Br B g Midnight Legend - Samandara (FR) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O The Warriors N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Alan King Racing and Miss J. M. Bodycote Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upinanAyrhandicaphurdlebackfromabreakinOctoberand,followingashortstintoverfences,heagainfounsjustonetoogood backinthissphereoverC&Dlastmonth.Now17lbabovethemarkofhissolesuccesstodatebuthe’saplayernonetheless TFRHHHII BHA101

11

RYEDALE RACER (GB) (375)

P/0604/P- CD

12 10-2

Br B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Jontys’lass Charlotte Jones (3) J

O Bissett Racing Catch Bissett, Leslie T

B H. Young Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win since C&D success in February 2021 and was pulled up on debut for this yard at Hexham when last seen just over 12 months ago TFRHIIII BHA91

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: LOCK DOWN LUKE 6 11 6 Sean Quinlan 10-3 (Jackie Stephen) 9 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 7, 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.

Stewards Note:

HOGANVILLE: Following its run on 14/2/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed.

RYEDALE RACER: Following its run on 30/4/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Fabuleux du Clos (FR), 5-1 Warriors Story (GB), 11-2 Animore (GB), 8-1 Split The Bill (IRE), 10-1 Better Getalong (IRE), 11-1 Hoganville (IRE), 12-1 Curley Finger (IRE), 14-1 Firth of Forth (IRE), 20-1 The Navigator (GB), 28-1 Rowdy Rustler (IRE), 66-1 Ryedale Racer (GB)

It may be worth siding with SPLIT THE BILL, who took a step forward when fourth on his handicap debut at Perth 13 days ago and he promises to be suited by this further step up in trip Fabuleux du Clos has to be respected on the back of his breakthrough success at Newcastle in March, while cases can also be made for the likes of Animore, Better Getalong and Warriors Story.

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TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM

~ TOP JUMP TRAINERS WITH RUNNERS TODAY ~ (Trainers with runners at today’s meeting that have a 15% or greater strke rate in the last month)

~ TOP JUMP JOCKEYS WITH RIDES TODAY ~ (Jockeys with rides at today’s meeting that have a 15% or greater strike rate in the last month.)

~ TOP HORSES BY CAREER PRIZE MONEY RUNNING TODAY ~

J J O’Shea is Kelso’s leading trainer and runs Time Leader (5.02).

Mr J Dawson has one ride: Hermann Clermont (5.02).

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MR J DAWSON CASTLETOWN

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NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

2m 4f 189y

Leading course trainer (17-22): A M Thomson (33 wins from 159 runners, 21%) runs FRANZ JOSEF & JIMMY’S JET

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs BALLYPOREEN

Longest Traveller: BALLYPOREEN trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 212 miles.

no horse age st-lb

1

BALLYPOREEN (IRE) (23) 534511- C

6 11-13

Br B g Fame And Glory - Littlemissthistle (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O The Top Silk Syndicate Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Littlemissthistle Partnership New Red Planet Limited, Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Immediate improvement for new trainer Donald McCain when easily winning Musselburgh novice handicap and novice here. Can complete his hat-trick TFRHHHHH BHA119

2

BILBOA RIVER (IRE) (26) 605R0/2-

7 11-1

Br B g Milan - Terracotta Queen (IRE) Edward Austin (5) J

O Miss H. M. McMahon Hannah McMahon, Cousland T

B James Browne

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who hasn’t offered much under Rules, off 15 months ahead of yard debut when remote second of 5 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, heavy, 200/1) 26 days ago Others appeal more. TFRHHIII BHA74 3

FRANZ JOSEF (IRE) (200) PU245/0- 7 11-1

Br B g Jet Away - Invisible Spirit (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O Midnight Racing Club Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Andrew & Thomas Dwyer Sandy Thomson Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenIrishpointerwhofailedtobeatarivalinpairofbumpersforPaulRobson.Off6months ahead of hurdles debut when only tenth in 2m Kelso novice in October Has lots to find. TFRHHIII BHA-

4

HARPER VALLEY (IRE) (16) F53- 6 11-1

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Queen of Cool (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Mrs Claire Doyle Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

5

6

7

HEEZTHEBOY (IRE) (57) 006-

TFRHHHHI BHA-

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shaped with promise when fifth in maiden hurdle at Wetherby and third in novice at Hexham last month. Can improve further Solid claims

6 11-1

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lovely Native (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr John Wade Pauline Robson, Capheaton T

B Mr Michael Ward

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in a bumper/two novice hurdles so far. Easy to look elsewhere.

TFRHHIII BHA-

IVYNATOR (IRE) (238) 44/P55-

5 11-1

Br B g Muhaarar - Venturous Spirit (FR) Alan Doyle (5) J

O The Good To Soft Firm Jean McGregor, Milnathort T

B Dayton Investments Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW FairlyusefulFlatperformerbutlightlyracedoverhurdlesandyettomatchthatform.Beatonly one in Kelso novice in September and hard to warm to on his return.

JIMMY’S JET (GB) (47) 1UP/0F-

TFRHHIII BHA82

7 11-1

Br B g Jet Away - Southway Queen Danny McMenamin J

O Mr J. Fyffe Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Richard Mathias Sandy Thomson Racing, Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed an Ayr bumper on debut in October 2021, but has disappointed since. Had a breathing operation ahead of hurdles debut at Musselburgh in March when fell heavily 5th. Has it it prove TFRHHIII BHA-

KOPA KILANA (IRE) (23) 140/5- 6 11-1

Br B g Milan - Kophinou (FR)

Conor Rabbitt (7) J

O Mr John Wade Maurice Barnes, Brampton T

B Mr R. Bryan STONEGRAVE AGGREGATES LTD, Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerforRebeccaMenziesbutbeatenalongwayoverhurdlesonnext2starts Seemedtoexcelhimself startingoutforanewstablewhenfifthin2m2fKelso novicelastmonthandneedstobackitupnow. TFRHHHII BHA95

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

9

WHY NOT DREAM (IRE) (-) 5 10-8

Br B m Ask - Marvellous Dream (FR) Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Mr & Mrs J. Morrison-Bell Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Miss Roisin O’Brien

TIMEFORM VIEW Ask mare. Closely related to a winner on Flat and half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Champagne Express Newcomer can’t be ruled out TFRHHHII BHA-

10

BRASINGAMAN BELLA (GB) (25) 5056- 4 10-2

Br B f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Brasingaman Hifive Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Mr R. Morgan Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T

B Mrs Heather Morgan Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1, last of 6 in novice hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, good to soft) 25 days ago Hard to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: DOMANDLOUIS (IRE) 5 11 1 Derek Fox 12-1 (Lucinda Russell) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 8.

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Ballyporeen (IRE), 10-3 Harper Valley (IRE), 14-1 Jimmy’s Jet (GB), Why Not Dream (IRE), 22-1 Kopa Kilana (IRE), 40-1 Franz Josef (IRE), 100-1 Bilboa River (IRE), Heeztheboy (IRE), Ivynator (IRE), Brasingaman Bella (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BALLYPOREEN has taken his form up a level since joining Donald McCain and still looks hard to beat despite conceding upwards of 12lb all round. Harper Valley has gone with some promise on his two starts over hurdles and appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of Rose Dobbin’s newcomer Why Not Dream.

FOURTH RACE | 3.25

THE RBC BREWIN DOLPHIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500

5) (DIV I)

2m 4f 189y

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (38 wins from 303 runners, 13%) runs CASTLETOWN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs CASTLETOWN

Weightwatcher: JUST CALL ME AL won off a handicap mark of 107, his rating is now down 22lb to 85.

Longest Traveller: FOLLOW YOUR FIRE trained by J Candlish, Leek, 218 miles.

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

1

BALKALIN (FR) (16) 551463- C

11 12-0

Br Ch g Balko (FR) - Rose Caline (FR) Conor Rabbitt (7) J

O Mr M. Barnes Maurice Barnes, Brampton T

B Mme Marie-Laure Jouny Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at the thirteenth attempt as a hurdler in 2m course novice in October Best run since when third of 15 in Hexham handicap on recent return from a break Claims if he can back that up TFRHHHII BHA100

2

BOOMSLANG (GB) (104) 32036-

Br B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Poisonous (FR)

6 12-0

Nathan Moscrop J

O Miss Maria D. Myco Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Stephen Kemble Bloodstock & Mrs L Lawson Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown ability in bumpers/novice hurdles and, in good hands, is one who could go on to better things in handicaps One to note in the betting back from 104 days off TFRHHHII BHA100

3

CASTLETOWN (FR) (18) 233222- C 11 11-10

Br Gr g Poliglote - Message Personnel (FR)

Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr Raymond Anderson Green N. S. P. C. C., Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWChasewinnerherelastMayandthisconsistentsortreachedtheframeonall8subsequentstartslastseason,thelatestwhen secondina20.5fhandicaphurdleatlastmonth’sAyrScottishGrandNationalmeeting.Suretobethereaboutsagain. TFRHHHHI BHA96

AGILULF (GB) (57) 33544- 4 11-6

Br Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Turin (IRE)

Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Geoff & Sandra Turnbull Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

B Knavesmire House Stud Elwick Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden, beaten 20 lengths when fourth of 12 in Sedgefield handicap in March. Needs to find some improvement from somewhere. TFRHHIII BHA100 5

SHANTOU’S TEMPLE (GB) (47) 50/056- 6 11-4

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Temple Green Conor O’Farrell J

O P Mayland & J Martin-Mayland

6

Pauline Robson, Capheaton T

B Mrs J Martin-Mayland & Mr RP Mayland Robert Peter Mayland S

TIMEFORM VIEWUnplacedinbumpersforTimReedandcomfortablyheldinmaiden/novicehurdlesforcurrentstable. Handicaps provide him with a more realistic chance but his mark isn’t obviously generous TFRHHIII BHA90

LOUGHERMORE (IRE) (9) 050P6-U

Br B g Milan - Seductive Dance

O Northumberland Racing Club

B John Dwan and John Brennan

7

9 11-2

Amie Waugh (5) J

Simon Waugh, Morpeth T

TIMEFORM VIEW Started last season well, winning at Southwell and runner-up twice at Cartmel (all chases). Lost his way subsequently,pullingup(bled)atSedgefieldwhenlastseeninFebruary.Backhurdlingafterashortbreak TFRHHIII BHA88

JUST CALL ME AL (IRE) (12) 0P5046- 10 10-13

Br Br g Presenting - Tonaphuca Girl (IRE)

O M.B.Thwaites G Halder

8

Tom Midgley (5) J

Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T

B David Valentine Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times in 2021/22 season. Has found life a lot harder since but he ran a bit better back from wind surgery last month and is dangerously well handicapped. TFRHHHHH BHA85

MELCHOIR (FR) (23) 0/026P5- 6 10-11

Br B m Montmartre (FR) - Arvicaya

O The Roasters

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B E.A.R.L. de Faydeau Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form, although he wasn’t beaten far when fifth of 9 in a course handicap last month and has few convictions than the majority of these. TFRHHHII BHA83

12

FOLLOW YOUR FIRE (IRE) (16) 40P000- 8 10-8

Br B g Le Fou (IRE) - Jollie Bollie (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Jennie Candlish & Jillian McKeown Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B David Roche Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has lost his way over fences lately and needs a return to hurdling to spark an upturn in his fortunes The fact his stable is among the winners provides some hope. TFRHHHII BHA80

DR SHIROCCO (IRE) (12) 252246- 8 10-4

Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE) Henry Brooke J

O I I F T F Sandy Forster, Kelso T

B J. P. King & P. Turley

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 23 runs but did finished runner-up 3 times over fences at Mussleburgh over the winter Also a creditable fourth back hurdling at Carlisle (19f) last month but below par at Perth since. TFRHHHII BHA76

DIAMANT SUR CANAPE (FR) (23) 0/0P0P0- 5 10-2

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Belledonne (FR) Danny McMenamin J

O Mr Gary Downie Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Mme Gerard De Tarragon Lorry Living S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper and little to shout about in 5 starts in this sphere, including recent course stable debuit More chance now handicapping but still a tough one to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA74

BRAVE BAIRN (FR) (45) F630/03- 7 10-2

Br B m Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Miss Laveron (FR) Charlotte Jones (3) J

O Bissett Racing Catch Bissett, Leslie T

B Dr V. M. Guiot & Dr V. B. Stoffel Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest at best in four hurdling runs for Nick Alexander Better effort for new yard when third of 5 in 17f Carlisle handicap in March and this step back up in trip should suit TFRHHHII BHA73

13

ROCCO MOLLY (GB) (222) 0U50- 6 10-2

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Langley House (IRE) Edward Austin (5) J

O Mr E. G. Tunstall George Bewley, Colby T

B EG Tunstall Lloyd Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a bumper/3 hurdles in the first half of last season. Has had wind surgery ahead of this handicap debut/first outing in 7 months Could only consider if backed. TFRHHIII BHA68

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn by No 11, 12. Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 7, 8, 13.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 13.

Stewards Note:

JUST CALL ME AL: Following its run on 28/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Castletown (FR), 5-1 Balkalin (FR), 11-1 Boomslang (GB), 12-1 Melchoir (FR), 14-1 Shantou’s Temple (GB), Just Call Me Al (IRE), 16-1 Loughermore (IRE), Dr Shirocco (IRE), 20-1 Agilulf (GB), 22-1 Follow Your Fire (IRE), 28-1 Brave Bairn (FR), 33-1 Diamant Sur Canape (FR), 50-1 Rocco Molly (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

In a race where very few arrive with compelling claims a chance is taken on JUST CALL ME AL who offered a bit more back from wind surgery last time and has dipped to a mark he should be capable of winning from if retaining anything like his old ability. The consistent Castletown is sure to be thereabouts again. Rebecca Menzies handicap newcomer Boomslang would also come into it if the betting suggests he’s fancied.

1.JUST CALL ME AL (IRE) 2.CASTLETOWN (FR) 3.BOOMSLANG

THE HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £70,212 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

‘SHADES OF MIDNIGHT’ HORSE OF THE YEAR AWARD

The ‘Shadesof Midnight’ Horse of the Year Award, donated by theowners of ‘Shady’(the winner of seven races including three at Kelso), is presented to the owners of the horse judged to have put up the most stirring performance (or performances) at Kelso during the 2022/23 season, selectedfromalistofnominationsmadebyracegoers.Theladorlassofthehorsewillreceive£200.

The first point to highlight about the nomination process was the very obvious and strong affection that came across in the submissions Every horse that runs at Kelso has a group of dedicated fans and wereceivednominationsfromracegoers,racehorsesyndicatemembers,stablestaffandbookmakers. From the long list of nominations, the judges singled out three horses for an especially honourable mention:

Les’s Legacy - trained by Susan Corbett at Otterburn, this 6-y-o ran three times at Kelso during the season finishing third, first and fourth, and was very consistent in his three runs at other tracks - reminding the judges of Shady

Flower of Scotland - locally trained by Sandy Thomson, this lovely 8-y-o grey mare won the Borders National in a canter and was third in her other course run.

Bill Baxter – a 7-y-o grey raider from the South, trained by Warren Greatrex He won on both his appearances at Kelso during the season, before winning the Topham at Aintree, boosting the Kelso form at a Grade 1 track

The winner is Wheelbahri - A homebred, trained locally by Stuart Coltherd, Wheelbahri won on both his starts at Kelso during the latest season, before suffering a tragic life ending injury at home in March. He is sadly missed by all those involved in the SC Racing Club and many regular racegoers too

Wheelbahri ran in each of the last four seasons at Kelso, with seven of his twenty runs at the track - matching his dam, who also ran seven times at Kelso Three of Wheelbahri’s six wins were landed here – reminding the judges of Shades of Midnight, also a homebred, who won on three of his eight appearances at Kelso Wheelbahri won his final steeplechase off a BHA handicap mark of 111, improving 31lbs in just over fourteen months The judges admired his remarkable story and hope that this award provides some solace to his connections

Wheelbahri at Kelso

FIFTH RACE | 4.00

THE RBC BREWIN DOLPHIN

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500

2m 4f 189y

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (38 wins from 303 runners, 13%) runs RED MISSILE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs RED MISSILE

Longest Traveller: OUT FOR THE COUNT trained by J Candlish, Leek, 218 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

WEARELONGTERM (IRE) (13) 234635- 6 12-0

Br B g Milan - Fair Ina (IRE) Henry Brooke J

O Mr Dennis J. Coppola & Mrs Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

B Paramount Farms Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who showed more than on previous starts for this yard when fifth on recent handicap debut at Perth (20.2f, good to soft) 3lb lower here but shapes as though a stiffer test would be ideal. TFRHHHII BHA100

2

RED MISSILE (IRE) (14) 21P2PP- 6 11-12

Br B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Plym Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Mr Michael & Lady Jane Kaplan Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Ballyhane Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

4

5

6

7

8

TIMEFORM VIEWBacktowinningwaysfromthefrontin5-runnerMusselburghhandicap(19.8f)inJanuary,andwentcloseover3mthere thefollowingmonth.However,commensuratewithhispatchyprofile,hehasperformedpoorlythelasttwice.

TFRHHHII BHA98

JIMMY RABBITTE (IRE) (16) F6F6P0- 10 11-9

Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Time To Act

Sam Coltherd J

O Mr S. Coltherd Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B Barry Murphy Bell Rural Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t shown a great deal of spark since returning from a lengthy absence in November and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere.

ELOI DU PUY (FR) (53) 5/30033-

Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Martalina (FR)

O Coltman Cundall Matterson and Stephenson

TFRHIIII BHA95

5 11-6

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Puy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWFairformonthefirstof2startsinbumpers(bothatthiscourse)andhassteppeduponmaiden/noviceformswitchedto handicapsthelasttwice,latterlythirdof12atNewcastle(20.3f,heavy).Down2lbandshouldhaveaparttoplay TFRHHHHH BHA92

GAME BEAAA (IRE) (166) 253033-

6 11-4

Br Br m Libertarian - Balla Brack (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Cherrybank Crusaders Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B P. & T. Crotty A Henderson Roofing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Exceeded expectations when runner-up on first start over hurdles at Tramore last summer Best effort since joining this yard when third in a 12-runnerDoncasterhandicap(19.4f,good)inNovember(absentsince/hasundergoneawindop)andeach-waychanceiffullytuned-up TFRHHHHI BHA90

OUT FOR THE COUNT (IRE)

(102) 000600-

5 10-13

Br B g Barely A Moment (AUS) - Annabaskey (IRE) William Shanahan (7) J

O 4 Left Footers & A Blewnose Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Ms Annemarie Wrynn Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Soundly beaten in 2 Irish bumpers for Philip Fenton and yet to make an impact for current yard

BALRANALD (FR) (32) 6/55002-

TFRHIIII BHA85

7 10-12

Br B or Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shining Glory (GER) Jamie Hamilton J

O Mr J. P. G. Hamilton

B Ecurie Des Monceaux

Alison Hamilton, Denholm T

Tote S

TFRHHHII BHA84

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfuloverfencesatSedgefieldinwinter2021.Winlessfollowing21attemptsinthissphereandwhilehereturnedto formwhensecondof7in19fCarlislehandicaphurdlelasttime,itremainstobeseenifhe’llbeabletobackthatup

MELVICH BAY (GB) (90) 5444/06- 6 10-10

Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Douryna

O Mr Allan A Grant & Mrs Julia Brooke

B R. W. Russell

Ross Chapman J

Danny Brooke, Middleham T

Danny Brooke Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWFailedtokickonfollowingapromisingstartinbumpersandshowedlittleintrioofnovice/maidenhurdlesspreadover11months

FailedtoraisehergameonhandicapbowatDoncaster(reportedlybrokeabloodvessel)andshe’shardtowarmto

TFRHIIII BHA82

10

PROSPECT HOUSE (IRE) (105) 0P4P40- 5 10-6

Br B g Retirement Plan - Niffyrann (FR)

Danny McMenamin J

O Hard Held Partnership Peter Niven, Malton T

B Ms Virginia Naylor-Leyland P D Niven Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show any worthwhile form, both between the flags and under Rules, and big step forward needed here now handicapping in first-time cheekpieces following a wind op TFRHIIII BHA78

BABY JANE (IRE) (34) 4/5262/P-

Br B m Oscar (IRE) - Young Lady (IRE)

8 10-4

Nathan Moscrop J

O Miss G. Boanas Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T

B Mr Peter Magnier & Ms Margaret Mullins

TIMEFORM VIEWMaidenhurdlerwhowentcloseinahandicaphurdleatCatterick(25.3f,goodtosoft)followinga14-monthabsencelast January.However,shewaspulledupwhenreturningfromasimilarspellofinactivityatWetherbylastmonth. TFRHIIII BHA76

11

SNOWED IN (IRE) (71) 00/0P43-

14 10-2

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Spinning Gold Sean Quinlan J

O Mrs E. Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T

B T. Cahalan & D. Cahalan

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who hasn’t tasted success since early 2021 and while his latest third of 10 at Catterick (19.3f, good) in February representedhisbesteffortforawhile,thepercentagecallistolookelsewhereinsearchofthelikelywinner TFRHHIII BHA73

12

FARNE ISLAND (GB) (25) 000025-

6 10-2

Br Gr m Trans Island - Tigerific (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

B T. C. Dawson Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW First form when runner-up at Newcastle (20.3f, soft) in March but failed to build on that over the same C&D since and now tried in cheekpieces TFRHHIII BHA69

13

BIG ARTHUR (GB) (13) UP/60P0-

Br B g Passing Glance - Xpectations (IRE)

6 10-2

Edward Austin (5) J

O The Potassium Partnership 2 Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T

B Potassium Partnership 2 David Merry Farrier S

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden who looks set for another struggle from 7lb out of the handicap

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

TFRHIIII BHA67

2022:(See Div 1)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9, 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 7, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5, 9.

Stewards Note:

GAME BEAAA: Following its run on 25/11/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

ProbableS.P’s:10-3EloiduPuy(FR),9-2GameBeaaa(IRE),11-2Balranald(FR),15-2RedMissile(IRE), 10-1 Wearelongterm (IRE), 12-1 Snowed In (IRE), 14-1 Farne Island (GB), 33-1 Baby Jane (IRE), 40-1JimmyRabbitte(IRE),ProspectHouse(IRE),50-1MelvichBay(GB),66-1OutForTheCount(IRE), 100-1 Big Arthur (GB)

The vote goes to ELOI DU PUY, who has shown more encouraging signs since venturing down the handicap route and this 5-y-o has more going for him than most of these. Game Beaaa will be a threat under Brian Hughes if the recent wind op has had the desired effect and Balranald is third choice, despite some doubts as to whether he will build on his latest effort

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PLAY SMARTER

SIXTH RACE | 4.30

THE BEDMAX HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

2m 1f 14y

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (38 wins from 303 runners, 13%) runs BOLLINGERANDKRUG

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs BOLLINGERANDKRUG

Weightwatcher: CEDAR HILL won off a handicap mark of 123, his rating is now down 7lb to 116.

Longest Traveller: GEROMINO trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 212 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

GEROMINO (FR) (26) 111120- 7 12-0

Br B g Masked Marvel - Romane Place (FR) Brian Hughes J

O Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWMademostofgoodopportunitiestobag4small-fieldchaseevents(atupto20.3f)lastsummerpriortofindingTommy’sOscartoostrong inamatchatCarlisleinOctober RemainsfairlytreatedandshouldbestraighterforrecentreturnoverhurdlesatAintree. TFRHHHHI BHA135

2

CRACKING

DESTINY

(IRE)

(318) 4240/64- D10 11-2

Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Cracking Gale (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Mrs Louise Whillans Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B B. D. Darrer

TIMEFORM VIEW BelowbestwhenlastseenatUttoxeter10monthsagobuthasdroppedtoalenientmarkand can go well fresh. Market check advised on return. Had wind operation.

TFRHHHII BHA123

CEDAR HILL (IRE) (46) 0/2365P- CD 9 10-9

Br Br g Frammassone (IRE) - Dayamen Ryan Mania J

O Raymond A Green & Patricia Manclark Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Meadow Park Stud Sandy Thomson Racing, N. S. P. C. C. S

TIMEFORM VIEWFour-timewinneroverthisC&DandlatestsuccessatMusselburghinFebruary2022wasgainedoffa7lbhighermark Belowparin3startsfollowingacreditablereappearancethirdatAyrbutwillbeathreatifabletobounceback TFRHHHII BHA116

BOLLINGERANDKRUG (IRE) (46) 5/63212- CD 8 10-3

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Out Performer (IRE) Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Two Black Labs Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Clare A. Kehoe Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW FoundimprovementwhenopeningchaseaccountoverC&DinMarchandshapedbetterthan bare result when second in follow-up bid here (17.1f, soft) 3 weeks later Big player TFRHHHHH BHA110 5

LAKE TAKAPUNA (IRE) (61) 554153- CD 12 10-2

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Close To Shore (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Graham,Hughes,Kesson,Arthur & Craig Farm James Ewart, Langholm T

B Victor Connolly Fitzdares, Clyde Power & Renewables Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of much-reduced mark to score at Ayr (16.5f) in February but isn’t the most consistent and hasn’t been in same form since. Others more appealing. TFRHHIII BHA109

6

DUTY CALLS (IRE) (32) 333416- CD 10 10-2

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Inniskeen (IRE)

Conor O’Farrell J

O Dont Mind If We Do Sandy Forster, Kelso T

B Joseph Molloy

TIMEFORM VIEWSeentogoodadvantage(heldupinastrongly-runrace)whenscoringoverC&DinMarchbutunabletoland a blow over hurdles at Carlisle latest and has plenty on his plate from 10lb out of the handicap here. TFRHHIII BHA99

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2022: JOKE DANCER 9 11 4 Brian Hughes 6-1 (Sue Smith) 5 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2.

Stewards Note:

CEDAR HILL: Following its run on 25/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Bollingerandkrug (IRE), 4-1 Geromino (FR), 6-1 Cedar Hill (IRE), 7-1 Lake Takapuna (IRE), 17-2 Cracking Destiny (IRE), 20-1 Duty Calls (IRE)

There should be more to come from BOLLINGERANDKRUG, who shaped like the best horse at the weights when runner-up over C&D last time and still looks feasibly treated. Geromino may provide the chief threat

DOGS

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THE RACING TOGETHER

NOVICES’ HUNTERS’

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

2m 5f 133y

Leading course trainer (17-22): Mrs A C Hamilton (2 wins from 29 runners, 7%) runs SHAUGHNESSY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mrs C Coward (1 win from 4 runners, 25%) runs ROYAL CHANT

Longest Traveller: TIME LEADER trained by J J O’Shea, Nantwich, 212 miles.

Br Breeding

1

Owner H Hunt J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6600 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2944, 2nd £1472, 3rd £736, 4th £368. (Penalty Value £3387.78) no horse age st-lb

HERMANN CLERMONT (FR) (30) 112SFP- 6 12-6

Br B g Al Namix (FR) - Abeona de Clermont (FR) Mr John Dawson J

O Mr Will Ramsay A. G. Dobbin, Alnwick T

H Berwickshire Affordable Art Fair S

TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulformwhenwinningabraceofsmall-field3mPerthhandicapsoverfencesforGordonElliottlastsummer Failed tocompletebothstartsinpointsbutgoodenoughtobeaplayeriffindssomeofhisbestformonhunterdebut TFRHHHII BHA125

2

TIME LEADER (IRE) (27) 1511P5- 9 12-6

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Dancing Matilda (IRE) Mr Huw Edwards (7) J

O G&S Capper M&C Kennerley M Loran L Doyle J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich T

H North Shropshire

TIMEFORMVIEWWinningpointerforthisyardandhecontinuedthegoodworkwhenasmoothwinneronhunterdebutatLeicester(22.5f).Easily followedupatStratfordandbackontrackwhenfifthintheFoxhunters’atAintreelasttime.Shouldtakeallthebeating. TFRHHHHH BHA129

3

GARBANZO (IRE) (11) 631/62U-

9 11-12

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Noble Fantasy (GER) Miss Lois Teal (7) J

O Mrs R. Hewit Mrs R. Hewit, Eyemouth T

H Berwickshire

TIMEFORMVIEWFairhurdlerforDrRichardNewlandandbetterthanresultonhunterdebutatthiscourse11months ago Winner between the flags (unseated last time), and can’t be completely dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA98

4

ROYAL CHANT (IRE) (9) 1U22P-P D

11 11-12

Br Ch g Royal Anthem (USA) - There On Time (IRE) Mr Nick Orpwood (3) J

O Mr Paul Hodgson Mrs C. A. Coward, Dalby T

H Bedale

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner but pulled up in that sphere last time and his Rules form isn’t good enough to make him of interest in this TFRHIIII BHA87

5 SHAUGHNESSY (GB) (24) P/P4422- 10 11-12

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Sudden Beat Mr Joe Wright (3) J

O Mr J. P. G. Hamilton Alison Hamilton, Denholm T

H Jedforest Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner but a maiden hurdler/chaser and likewise in points, runner-up last time. Needs to improve TFRHHHII BHA92

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: DOWNTOWN GETAWAY (IRE) 9 12 2 Mr James King 6-5 (Mickey Bowen) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Time Leader (IRE), 3-1 Hermann Clermont (FR), 10-1 Shaughnessy (GB), 14-1 Garbanzo (IRE), 33-1 Royal Chant (IRE)

TIME LEADER has already won twice this year and a repeat of the sort of form he showed at Aintree should be enough for him to land this Hermann Clermont looks the biggest threat on form and Garbanzo is the best of the remaining trio TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIME LEADER (IRE) 2.HERMANN CLERMONT (FR) 3.GARBANZO (IRE)

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EIGHTH RACE | 5.35

THE WATCH AGAIN ON RACING TV OPEN NATIONAL HUNT

FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £5000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2087, 2nd £1044, 3rd £522, 4th £261. (Penalty Value £2723)

2m 51y

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (38 wins from 303 runners, 13%) runs INDIAN LOUIS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs INDIAN LOUIS

Longest Traveller: RUN RESDEV RUN trained by M & D Easterby, Sheriff Hutton, 141 miles.

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BREIZH RIVER (FR) (160) 0- 5 11-2

Br B g Stormy River (FR) - Ilerda (GER) Danny McMenamin J

O Border Caravans Ltd Paul Robson, Hawick T

B SCEA Haras Des Evees & Mr Daniel Cherdo

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field at Market Rasen on debut and unlikely to make an impact 160 days on.

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EDGEWELL (IRE) (23) 03-

5 11-2

Br B g Well Chosen - One Edge (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J

O Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Hugh J. Holohan Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

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INDIAN LOUIS (IRE) (101) SP11-

Br B g Mahler - Indian Fairy (IRE)

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TIMEFORM VIEW Well Chosen gelding who stepped up on his debut when third over C&D recently and could make an even bigger impression with another improved effort.

5 11-2

Patrick Wadge (5) J

O The Apaches Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Martin Cullinane Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £70,000 5-y-o, Mahler gelding. Dam (c113/h121) 19f-21f hurdle/chase winner Successful both completed starts in Irish points (latest Jan 29). Looks the one to beat on Rules debut TFRHHHHH BHA-

RUN RESDEV RUN (GB) (-)

5 11-2

Br B g Cityscape - Heart Locket Billy Garritty J

O Resdev & Lee Westwood Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B M. W. Easterby

TIMEFORM VIEW Cityscape gelding. Dam 11.6f-13f winner who stayed 2m. Tongue tied for debut, and worth monitoring in the betting.

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ST CUTHBERT’S CAVE (IRE) (-) 5 11-2

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Glenmore Erica (IRE)

Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Mrs Rose Dobbin Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Jeann MacClancy Hazelrigg Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW £22,000 3-y-o, Court Cave gelding. Dam unraced. Hard to fancy unless strong in the betting.

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THE BACK BRAES (IRE) (-) 5 11-2

Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Tub of Harte’s (IRE) Ross Chapman J

O Marchcleuch Bloodstock Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Robert Honner Sandy Thomson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Mustameet gelding. Dam unraced sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f)

Katachenko. Might not have enough pace for this sort of test.

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WOTYOUDUNNOW BUDDY (IRE) (164) 43- 5 11-2

Br B g Laverock (IRE) - Bob Girl (IRE)

Sam Coltherd J

O Mr Gary Satchwell Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B Kevin Haverty & Olive O’Driscoll

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed something on first two starts last year, third at Carlisle when last seen 164 days ago Could get involved if there’s enough emphasis on stamina.

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ARTHUR LILLEY (IRE) (-) 4 10-10

Br B g Youmzain (IRE) - Na Habair Tada (IRE)

Sean Quinlan J

O Mr Ronnie Lilley Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Marie Corbett

TIMEFORM VIEW(Production):€2,5003-y-o:half-brothertofairchaserHarryTheLemmon(3mwinner,byMilan):dam, well beaten in bumper, sister to fairly useful hurdler (21f-2 3/4m winner) Dreamy Sweeney. TFRHHIII BHA-

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Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

CRACKING RHAPSODY (IRE)

(23) 6-

4 10-10

Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Cracking Gale (IRE) Henry Brooke J

O Mr J D Wright & Mrs S Wright Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Mr Jay Leahy Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

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TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Cracking Destiny, but not enough encouragement in his debut over C&D to make him of serious interest in this.2

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LEMOINE (GB) (162) 33- 4 10-10

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Think Green Brian Hughes J

O Team Benack & Mr J Ewart James Ewart, Langholm T

B J. P. L. Ewart Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy gelding who has finished third at Ayr on first two outings Has been off 162 days but this stiffer track should play to his strengths

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SHENGAI ENKI (FR) (15) 00- 4 10-10

Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Lady Needles (IRE) Jack Hogan (5) J

O Sara O’Hare Mark J. O’Hare, Ireland T

B Mr Esteve Rouchvarger

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more than on debut when eighth in a competitive affair at Punchestown last month. This doesn’t look as strong and he’s likely to be involved.

WOLFBURG (IRE) (-)

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4 10-10

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Presenting Melody (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O G R ORCHARD AND ANNIE MANIA Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Joe Kenny Sandy Thomson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW €8,500 3-y-o, Sageburg gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful 19f-21f hurdle winner Theme Tune. Not discounted.

PERFECT

POLI

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(GB) (40) 4- 5 10-9

Br B m Dunaden (FR) - Miss Poli Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr Semore Kurdi Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B M. J. Tuckey Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 3-y-o, Dunaden mare. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Brampton Belle. 25/1 but made a solid start when fourth at Wetherby on debut Likely to improve from that, so worthy of respect TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: PIPERS CROSS (IRE) 5 10 4 Miss J Walton 25-1 (Sandy Forster) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No 4, 5, 6, 8, 12.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Indian Louis (IRE), 15-2 Shengai Enki (FR), 8-1 Lemoine (GB), 9-1 Perfect Poli (GB), 12-1WotyoudunnowBuddy (IRE), 14-1Edgewell(IRE),Wolfburg(IRE),18-1St Cuthbert’s Cave (IRE), 20-1 Run Resdev Run (GB), 22-1 The Back Braes (IRE), 33-1 Cracking Rhapsody (IRE), 50-1 Arthur Lilley (IRE), 66-1 Breizh River (FR)

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INDIAN LOUIS has already won two points and has joined an excellent stable, so he’s fancied to make a successful start. Shengai Enki should find this race a lot easier than the one he contested at Punchestown last time, so he’s considered the biggest danger, although Lemoine should be on the premises if tuned up after 5 months off.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INDIAN LOUIS (IRE) 2.SHENGAI ENKI (FR) 3.LEMOINE

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.40 - THE RACING TV HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) 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 0-120 (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. May 8th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Racing TV have generously 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. 15 entries at £50. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Second Race 2.15 - THE AITKEN TURNBULL ARCHITECTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (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. May 8th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb AITKEN TURNBULL ARCHITECTS have generously 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. 18 entries at £45. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

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Third Race 2.50 - THE BRUCE STEVENSON INSURANCE BROKERS 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 four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, May 4th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb BRUCE STEVENSON INSURANCE BROKERS has generously 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. 15 entries at £40. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

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Fourth Race 3.25 - THE RBC BREWIN DOLPHIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 8th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb BREWIN DOLPHIN have generously 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. 20 entries, 1 at £7 and 19 at £35. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

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Fifth Race 4.00 - THE RBC BREWIN DOLPHIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 8th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb BREWIN DOLPHIN have generously 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. 19 entries at £35. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

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Sixth Race 4.30 - THE BEDMAX 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 0-135 (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. May 8th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb TIM SMALLEY of BEDMAX LTD has generously 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. In addition, the winning owner will receive the Haddington Jubilee Perpetual Cup to be held for one year only 10 entries at £75. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

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Seventh Race 5.02 - THE RACING TOGETHER NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3387 to the winning horse The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 4th and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 8th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. NOTE: For the year 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 6 entries at £33. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368. (Penalty Value £3387.78) HC

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Eighth Race 5.35 - THE WATCH AGAIN ON RACING TV OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four and five 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, May 4th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. This race has been generously by Racing TV who will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £25. - Closed May 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)

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