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WELCOME Every raceday at Kelso is a special occasion, but today’s seven race programme is one of our favourites – a competitive card which plays an important role as a stepping stone towards the major Spring Festivals at Cheltenham, Aintree and Punchestown. The first race today is a qualifier for the Full Circle Series Final at the Punchestown Festival and we are delighted to welcome representatives from Punchestown Racecourse who will, no doubt, be keen to encourage us all to go and visit during April. It’s appropriate, also, that today’s £22,500 feature race is sponsored by Timeform whose winner-finding ratings and form comments have assisted racegoers for more than seventy-five years. Look out for the offer contained within this racecard to obtain a £10 discount on the Timeform service – perfectly timed to coincide with the build-up to the major meetings, including our very own Morebattle Hurdle on 2nd March. We’re grateful for the support of all today’s sponsors which, in addition to Timeform and Punchestown Racecourse, include: Johnston Smillie, Church House Investment Management, Michael Wares Cater Hire, the Royal Caledonian Hunt and Proficio Ltd. We’d also like to thank the connections of all the runners on today’s programme – we’re grateful that you have chosen to come and run your horses at Kelso and we wish you an enjoyable day’s sport. 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

THE DIRECTORS

Mark Hunter

Jonathan Garratt

Jane Millar

Robert Miller-Bakewell

Tocky McKie

Colin Dempster

Robert Hunter

Simon Landale

OFFICIALS Friday 16th February 2024 Stewards

ADRIAN SMITH (Chief Steward), PHILIP SPOTTISWOOD (Stewards’ Panel Chair), LYNDSAY ALLAN, ROBERT MCCARTHY, GWEN THOMAS

Starters

JASON CALLAGHAN, MICHAEL REID

Judge

NICHOLAS HARGREAVE

Clerk of the Scales

MICHAEL HAMILTON

Veterinary Officer

ARTHUR KIDD

Commentator

MIKE CATTERMOLE

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

DARREN IRVING

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

TRACEY HAMILTON, LINDA PORTER, JAMES BONAR

Handicapper

GRAEME SMITH

Patrons

MR DH DAVIDSON, MR RM LANDALE, MR GF ADAM

Directors

MR MS HUNTER (CHAIRMAN), MR J GARRATT (MANAGING DIRECTOR), MRS J MILLAR, MR RL MILLER-BAKEWELL, MR SR LANDALE, MR R HUNTER, MRS V MCKIE, MR C DEMPSTER

Clerk of the Course

MATTHEW TAYLOR

THE TEAM

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

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

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

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No. of days since last ran dam

sire

age

weight st-lbs

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form

BIG RIVER (IRE) (49) PB15-30 Br B g Milan - Call Kate (IRE) O Two Black Labs B J.R. Curran

Derek Fox J Lucinda Russell, Kinross T 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 handicaps and wasn’t disgraced when eighth in the Welsh National at Chepstow last time. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA139 colour of horse: b=bay, br=brown, ch=chestnut, gr=grey

Br Breeding

O Owner

form guide

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

Official BHA rating

S Sponsor

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THE EDINBURGH GIN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023/24 TOP KELSO OWNERS Exors of the Late Mr W G Young Lamont Racing Coltman Cundall Matterson and Stephenson Two Black Labs Mr John Wade The Good Stock Syndicate Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Mrs Gay Smith Claire Wylie Mr Bendan Keogh Mr David Parry Raymond Anderson Green & Patricia Manclark The Boltons and Atholl Duncan Mr James Westoll Coltherd McDougal Mrs Sian McCain Mr R H B Young Fight Club Townshend, Fyffe, Irving & Graham Mr Ian Hamilton Mr R A Bartlett Mr John R Adam Mr Dan MacDonald Accurite Racing The Ladies Who

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Mr Scott Lowther Mr Robert Gibbons Mr G F White The Jemsters They are Never at Home Partnership You Can Be Sure Gibson, Annett and Mandle The Secrets Mr Thomas Gardner StrachanSalwayGriffithGrahamInkinThompson TD9 Racing Katie and Brian Castle Mrs S Irwin Mills Racing Syndicate ONE Ms N J Grieve & Mr A C Turner Mr Raymond Anderson Green Mr C Lynn Dream Boys K.Mercer & R. Binnie & T. Whyte Gibson, Annett and Mandle Phil & Julie Martin & Graeme Preston Mr Eric A Elliott Mrs David Coltman & Mrs J Douglas Miller Quinn Mr A. R. Sutcliffe

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Micky Hammond

TOP KELSO TRAINERS Lucinda Russell

N W Alexander

John McConnell

James Moffatt

Donald McCain

Sandy Thomson

Harriet Graham & Garry Rutherford

Stuart Colthered

Ann Hamilton

Nicky Richards

Darah Bourke

Iain Jardine

Chris Grant

Rose Dobbin

Alastair Ralph

Fergal O’Brien

George Bewley

William Young Jnr

Donald Whillans

Pauline Robson

Brian Ellison

Phil Kirby

Rebecca Menzies Bruce Lynn Derek Fox Patrick Wadge Sean Quinlan Craig Nichol Brian Hughes Jamie Hamilton Ryan Mania Charlotte Jones Paddy Brennan Stephen Mulqueen Danny McMenamin Ross Chapman

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Mr Nick Orpwood Jonjo O’Neill Jnr Mr Alex Harvey Joshua Thompson Abbie McCain William Maggs Tom Midgley Connor McCann Nick Scholfield Jonathan Bewley Richard Patrick Sam Coltherd Edward Austin

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TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM

JAMES EWART

SAM COLTHERD

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

Trainer

Wins

Runs

Strike %

J Ewart J O’Keefe D Whillans T Lacey S Coltherd A Charlton E Willans N Richards

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2 5 8 21 14 35 24 12

50.0 40.0 37.5 23.8 21.4 17.1 16.7 16.7

J Ewart has just the one runner today, he runs Escapeandevade in the 4.32.

~ 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.)

Jockey

Wins

Rides

Strike %

Sam Coltherd

25.0

Derek Fox Nathan Moscrop Henry Brooke Jamie Hamilton Brian Hughes Stan Sheppard

3 2 6 5 10 3

15 11 35 30 62 19

20.0 18.2 17.1 16.7 16.1 15.8

Sam Coltherd has two rides today: Grand Voyage (1.55) and Theonetowatch (5.02).

~ TOP HORSES BY CAREER PRIZE MONEY RUNNING TODAY ~ Time

Trainer

Horse

Prize Money

1:55 3:25 3:25 3:25 1:55 4:32 3:25 4:32 2:55

D Sayer S Thomson D McCain P Kirby B Haslam N Alexander N Richards B Haslam S Crawford

Dallas Des Pictons Empire Steel Richmond Lake Whoshotthesheriff Didtheyleaveuoutto Dubai Days Nells Son Marshalled Carnfunnock

£136,535.25 £110,410.84 £103,672.64 £90,755.61 £79,980.99 £76,111.99 £67,796.72 £54,356.00 £53,730.18

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FAKENHAM

Race 4 3.10

Race 1 1.40

2m 3y

1 Good Time Ahead (IRE) 12-0 Jim & Suzi Best Form: 0-16,

Sam Twiston-Davies TFR: HHHHI

2 Mi Sueno (IRE) Paddy Butler Form: 3FP,

11-2 Caoilin Quinn (3) TFR: HHHII

3 Triple Nickle (IRE)

10-10 Harry Cobden TFR: HHHHH

Bernard Llewellyn Form: 03P,

4 Canal Rocks (GB)

10-9 Sean Houlihan TFR: HHHII

Bernard Llewellyn Form: 350-,

5 Ace Time (GB)

10-2 Ben Poste TFR: HIIII

J. R. Jenkins Form: P-P5,

6 All Blues (IRE)

10-2 Luke Scott (5) TFR: HHIII

Tom Gretton Form: 055,

Race 2 2.10

2m 59y

1 Dream Jet (IRE) Brian Ellison Form: 660,

12-0 Harry Cobden TFR: HHHII

2 Ferrybridge (IRE) James Owen Form: 315,

11-7 Lilly Pinchin TFR: HHHII

3 One Last Glance (GB)

11-4 David Noonan TFR: HHHHI

Tom Gretton Form: 233,

4 Go Fox (GB)

11-1 Jack Quinlan TFR: HHHHH

Neil King Form: 0P2,

5 Elpologreg (FR) Seamus Mullins Form: 4P3,

Race 3 2.40

10-5 Micheal Nolan TFR: HHIII

2m 4f 1y

1 Westerninthepark (IRE) 11-9 Anthony Charlton Form: 0-31,

Harry Cobden TFR: HHHHI

2 West Warhorse (IRE) B F Brookhouse Form: 01P,

3 Patriotik (FR) Evan Williams Form: 2F1,

11-9 Eddie Edge (7) TFR: HHHHH

11-2 Isabel Williams (3) TFR: HHHII

4 Most Agreeable (GB) Caroline Fryer Form: 5-44,

10-9 James Best TFR: HHHII

2m 5f 44y

1 El Muchacho (IRE)

12-0 Harry Reed TFR: HHHII

Anthony Charlton Form: 5-4P,

2 Imac Wood (FR) Deborah Cole Form: 131,

11-10 Chris Ward (3) TFR: HHHHH

3 Tupelo Mississippi (IRE) 11-9 Brian Ellison Form: 451,

Harry Cobden TFR: HHHHI

4 Invincible Nao (FR) Gary Moore Form: 634,

11-5 Caoilin Quinn (3) TFR: HHHHI

5 Pearly Island (GB)

11-2 Tom Cannon TFR: HHHII

Lucy Wadham Form: P53,

6 Conceroe (IRE)

10-11 Jack Quinlan TFR: HHHII

Ben Case Form: 5/31-,

Race 5 3.40

2m 7f 95y

1 Crem Fresh (GB) Barry Brennan Form: 2P4,

12-0 Tom Bellamy TFR: HHIII

2 Mountain Bay (IRE) Seamus Mullins Form: 506,

11-11 Micheal Nolan TFR: HHIII

3 For Gina (GB)

11-10 Lucy WadhamMr Alex Chadwick (7) Form: 214, TFR: HHHII

4 Little Talks (IRE) Neil King Form: 533,

11-6 Jack Quinlan TFR: HHHII

5 Hermes Le Gris (FR) Robbie Llewellyn Form: 5F1,

11-4 Liam Harrison TFR: HHHHH

6 Mistymal (IRE)

10-11 Alan Johns TFR: HHHHI

7 Eurkash (FR)

10-3 Gavin Sheehan TFR: HHIII

Tim Vaughan Form: 602, Paul Webber Form: 44P,

Race 6 4.15

3m 38y

Race 7 4.50

2m 3y

1 Bennys King (IRE)

1 Farland (IRE)

2 Cybernetic (FR)

2 Jack Out of Reach (GB) 11-7

3 Secret Investor (GB)

3 Lumi Plugin (GB)

4 Sopran Thor (FR)

4 Secret des Dieux (FR)

5 Cooldine Bog (IRE)

5 Sixty Plus (IRE)

6 Grand Roi (FR)

6 Wiltshire Wonder (GB)

12-6 Miss Heidi Palin (5) TFR: HHHII

Dan Skelton Form: P32,

Tim Vaughan Form: 00-U,

12-6 Mr Edward Vaughan (7) TFR: HHHII

12-6 Paul Nicholls Miss Natalie Parker (3) Form: F1-1, TFR: HHHHH John Whyte Form: U5P,

Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell Form: P-P3,

12-6 Mr Murray Dodd (7) TFR: HHIII 11-12 Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell (7) TFR: HHIII

11-12 Mrs J. Owen Mr Alex Chadwick (3) Form: 442, TFR: HHHII

7 Spyglass Hill (IRE) R. Pallas Form: 003-,

11-12 Mr James King TFR: HHHHI

11-7 Harry Cobden TFR: HHHHH

Paul Nicholls Form: 4-2,

Seamus Mullins Form: 0,

Micheal Nolan TFR: HIIII

Gary Moore Form: 5,

10-9 Lilly Pinchin TFR: HHHHI

James Owen Form:

10-9 Ben Poste TFR: HHIII

Clare Hobson Form:

10-9 Nick Scholﬁeld TFR: HHHHI

Archie Watson Form:

7 Kissogram (IRE) Rae Guest Form:

10-2 Caoilin Quinn (3) TFR: HHHII

8 Tigerbythetail (IRE) T. Ellis Form: F11,

11-7 Niall Houlihan TFR: HHHII

11-12 Miss Gina Andrews TFR: HHHHI

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FIRST RACE | 1.55 THE FULL CIRCLE SERIES AT PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) 2m 6f 151y

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Race Stats

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 330 runners, 14%) runs STEP ABOVE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs STEP ABOVE Longest Traveller: MAIMIE’S MAGIC trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

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B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

horse

age

st-lb

SAM’S CHOICE (IRE) (14) 000-43F

12-0

DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO (IRE) (97) 016F50 11

12-0

Nathan Moscrop J Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Impressive Choice (IRE) Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld T O Samantha Toomes Bluegrass Horse Feeds S B Impressive Partnership TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Leopardstown handicap (20f) for Gordon Elliott last season but yet to ﬁre for current yard, held in fourth when falling at Catterick 2 weeks ago. Blinkers back on. TFRHHIII BHA120

Richie McLernon J Br Ch g Presenting - Pretty Puttens (IRE) Ben Haslam, Middleham T O Mr John P. McManus B Mrs Rita Kent TIMEFORM VIEW Ended long losing run over hurdles at Cartmel (22.1f) in July but hasn’t built on this since, although he’s best excused for his latest effort (unsuited by way race developed). TFRHHIII BHA120

DALLAS DES PICTONS (FR) (120) P-5P14P 11 11-13

Henry Brooke J Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Nadia des Pictons (FR) Dianne Sayer, Penrith T O Mrs Mary Lewis Tote S B S.C.E.A. du Marais des Pictons TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser at his best and, having dropped to a career-low mark, caused a surprise when getting back to winning ways in this sphere at Hexham (20.1f) in September. However, he’s been below that level in both starts since. TFRHHIII BHA119

IMMORTAL FAME (IRE) (56) 003-211

11-10

STEP ABOVE (IRE) (48) 112-32P

11-9

GRAND VOYAGE (FR) (67) 432-60P CD

11-8

NAB WOOD (IRE) (33) 6021 CD

11-8

PAVLIK (IRE) (67) 4/F261-0 C

11-0

Stan Sheppard J Br B g Fame And Glory - Calverleigh Court (IRE) Tom Lacey, Woolhope T O Mr F. J. Allen Plusbac S B Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the ground running this term, runner-up at Chepstow (19.5f) in October and stepped up further to land handicaps in good style at Doncaster/Ascot since. Assessor applies a little more pressure but he may not have reached his limit. TFRHHHHI BHA116

Derek Fox J Br B g Jet Away - Tansyaster (IRE) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O One Step Beyond Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S B John O’Leary TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who made a successful hurdles debut at Ayr last season. Has yet to progress over fences this term but returns to smaller obstacles on a workable mark. Visor on ﬁrst time. TFRHHHII BHA115

Sam Coltherd J Br B g Network (GER) - Qape Noir (FR) Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T O Shire Dreamers Bell Rural Solutions S B EARL Trinquet, M. Trinquet & O. Trinquet TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to ﬁre this season and he produced a modest effort over hurdles at Ayr last time. TFRHHIII BHA114

Sean Quinlan J Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Glenark (IRE) Nicky Richards, Greystoke T O Mr Edward J. Ware B M. Cosgrave TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced gelding who got off the mark in 10-runner novice hurdle over C&D (heavy) 33 days ago, hard held. Likely more to come on handicap debut and is not taken lightly. TFRHHHHI BHA114

Ryan Mania J Br B g Morozov (USA) - Longwhitejemmy (IRE) Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T O Mr and Mrs M McPherson and Mrs Q Thomson Sandy Thomson S B Andrew Pierce TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner (20.9f) in November 2022 but could only produce a modest effort in handicap hurdle at Ayr 67 days ago. Bit to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA106 16

ELOI DU PUY (FR) (21) 3-3111B C

11-0

MAIMIE’S MAGIC (IRE) (64) 1662-50 C

10-9

Bruce Lynn (3) J Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Martalina (FR) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T O Coltman Cundall Matterson and Stephenson Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Puy TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved since switched to handicaps, completing a hat-trick (at up to 20.9f) when seeing off 7 rivals at Carlisle in December. Still in contention when brought down late on Sandown since and must enter calculations. TFRHHHHH BHA106 J. J. Slevin J Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Flemi (IRE) S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T O Horsplay Syndicate B D. Mitchell TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner (including at this course) last term and wasn’t seen to best effect when eighth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Naas (16f, soft) latest. This longer trip should suit and she must be taken seriously. Tongue strap on first time. TFRHHHII BHA101 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Visor worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4. Stewards Note: STEP ABOVE: Following its run on 30/12/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe. GRAND VOYAGE: Following its run on 11/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Immortal Fame (IRE), 9-2 Nab Wood (IRE), 5-1 Eloi du Puy (FR), 13-2 Maimie’s Magic (IRE), 11-1 Step Above (IRE), 16-1 Sam’s Choice (IRE), 18-1 Dallas des Pictons (FR), Grand Voyage (FR), 22-1 Didtheyleaveuoutto (IRE), 25-1 Pavlik (IRE) Plenty with claims here including ELOI DU PUY, who has really upped his game this season and was still in the firing line when brought down at Sandown last month. PLAY SMARTER He gets the nod. Immortal Fame and Nab Wood rate the principal dangers. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ELOI DU PUY (FR) 2.IMMORTAL FAME (IRE) 3.NAB WOOD (IRE)

RACE RESULT TIME

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MOREBATTLE HURDLE SATURDAY 2ND MARCH 2M 51Y ENTRY

TRAINER

OWNER

Benson (GB)

Sandy Thomson

J Fyffe & S Townshend

Under Control (FR)

Nicky Henderson

Mr John P. McManus

Faivoir (FR)

Dan Skelton

Mrs Suzanne Lawrence

Gin Coco (FR)

Harry Fry

David's Partnership

Anyharminasking (IRE)

Jonjo O'Neill

Mrs Gay Smith

Geromino (FR)

Donald McCain

Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick

L'Eau du Sud (FR)

Dan Skelton

Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales

Knickerbockerglory (IRE)

Dan Skelton

Chelsea Thoroughbreds - Knickerbocker

Sans Bruit (FR)

Paul Nicholls

Mr Andy Peake

Jungle Jack (GB)

Donald McCain

Mr T. G. Leslie

Bingoo (GB)

James Moffatt

Kevin & Anne Glastonbury and Neil Bibby

Go Dante (GB)

Olly Murphy

Mrs Barbara Hester

Jason The Militant (IRE)

Philip Kirby

Mr G. Nicholson

Rewired (GB)

Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole

Opulence Thoroughbreds NH

Bass Rock (FR)

Sandy Thomson

Mr Raymond Anderson Green

Panjari (IRE)

Paul Nicholls

Neil Smith & Alfie Smith

Kihavah (GB)

Adrian Keatley

JAB

Issam (FR)

Tom Symonds

Lady Gibbings

Salsada (IRE)

Brian Ellison

Geoff & Sandra Turnbull & Partner

Ginger Mail (FR)

N. W. Alexander

Mrs David Coltman & Mrs J Douglas Miller

Caithness (IRE)

Lucinda Russell

Lamont Racing

Black Hawk Eagle (IRE)

Kerry Lee

The Eagles

Bad (FR)

Ben Pauling

Mr D. P. Howden

Skycutter (FR)

Dan Skelton

The French Connection

Ip Up (FR)

Jedd O'Keeffe

Mr Andy Peake

The Churchill Lad (IRE)

Rebecca Menzies

Flying High and Blacklock

Ballygeary (IRE)

Donald McCain

Craig & Laura Buckingham

Milldam (FR)

Jamie Snowden

Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood

Jipcot (FR)

Ben Pauling

The Megsons

Collingham (GER)

Donald McCain

Mr J. Fyffe

Lively Citizen (IRE)

D. J. Jeffreys

Mark E Smith and Keith M Hawes

Cracking Rhapsody (IRE)

Ewan Whillans

Mr J D Wright & Mrs S Wright

Ganapathi (FR)

R. Mike Smith

Mrs Wilma Duffus

Carnfunnock (IRE)

S. R. B. Crawford

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Wajaaha (IRE)

P. J. McKenna

Mr P. J. McKenna

Brucio (GB)

S. R. B. Crawford

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

N'Golo (IRE)

Patrick Neville

Mr D Mann & Mrs W Duffus

Park Annonciade (FR)

S. R. B. Crawford

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Mr Mark McDonagh

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SECOND RACE | 2.25 THE JOHNSTON SMILLIE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) 2m 51y

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)

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 330 runners, 14%) runs NORTHERN CARDINAL & PRIMOZ Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs NORTHERN CARDINAL and PRIMOZ Longest Traveller: ALNILAM trained by A Charlton, Warminster, 370 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

horse

age

st-lb

PRIMOZ (IRE) (83) 22-10 D

11-7

TEDTWO (GB) (22) 3210-12 D

11-7

ALNILAM (FR) (24) 4

11-0

BALLYFORT (IRE) (49) F423-56

11-0

BOOT ‘N’ SHOE (IRE) (11) 24/-00

11-0

BREIZH RIVER (FR) (92) 0-230

11-0

DAPPER GENT (GB) (496) 5606-

11-0

FLYING SANDPIPER (IRE) (97) 0-0

11-0

Derek Fox J Br B g Westerner - Be Mine Tonight (IRE) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Aim Equestrian Ltd & Russell Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S B Liam & Michael Flavin TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both starts in Irish points and looked a good prospect when making a winning hurdling debut at Ayr (16f) in November. Below that level at Haydock since but remains with potential. TFRHHHHI BHA-

Richie McLernon J Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Showtime Annie Ben Haslam, Middleham T O Mr M. M. Allen Fitzdares Limited S B M. M. Allen TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who won a Ffos Las novice hurdle for Kerry Lee in December and matched that form when creditable second at Wetherby (16f, heavy) on ﬁrst start for new yard 22 days ago. Likely more to come yet. TFRHHHHH BHA117

Bradley Harris (3) J Br B or Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Awareness (USA) Anthony Charlton, Warminster T O Mrs A Williams and Mr A Badri B S.A.S. Haras Voltaire TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner on Flat who offered something to work on when fourth of 16 in novice hurdle at Newbury (16.3f, soft, 14/1) on NH debut 24 days ago. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA-

Bruce Lynn (3) J Br B g Fame And Glory - Mardale (IRE) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T O Matterson, Maclay and Warre Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S B Frank Motherway TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in a couple of runs over timber, latest when sixth of 9 in novice (11/4) over C&D (heavy) 49 days ago. More required to ﬁgure here but he can’t be ruled out. Tongue strap on ﬁrst time. TFRHHHII BHA-

Nathan Moscrop J Br B g Ask - Phecda (FR) Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld T O Love To Race Partnership Bluegrass Horse Feeds S B Stephen Haverty & Olive O’Driscoll TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame in a couple of AW bumpers in early 2022 but has been unable to threaten in either start in this sphere more recently. TFRHIIII BHA-

Craig Nichol J Br B g Stormy River (FR) - Ilerda (GER) Paul Robson, Hawick T O Border Caravans Ltd B SCEA Haras Des Evees & Mr Daniel Cherdo TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers but ﬁnished well held sent hurdling at Sedgeﬁeld (19.8f) in November. TFRHHIII BHA-

Edward Austin (5) J Br B g Dapper - Overpriced Maurice Barnes, Brampton T O Mr M. Barnes Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S B M. A. Barnes TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best in bumpers and last of 6 on Hexham hurdle debut in October 2022. TFRHIIII BHA-

Jamie Hamilton J Br B g Sandmason - Blue Article (IRE) Jackie Stephen, Melrose T O Friends From The North Rapid Project Developments Ltd S B J. Keegan & S. O’Shaughnessy TIMEFORM VIEW Down the ﬁeld in 2 course bumpers 7 months apart and now makes hurdling bow. TFRHIIII BHA22

LAST MISSION (FR) (294) 6P6-

11-0

NORTHERN CARDINAL (FR) (33) 3-000 5

11-0

Conor Rabbitt (5) J Br Br g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Magic Mission Maurice Barnes, Brampton T O Miss Alison P. Lee Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner but is unproven beyond 8.5f and ﬁnished well held on his completed starts over hurdles. Had wind operation. TFRHIIII BHA84

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: DARE TO SHOUT 6 11 0 Danny McMenamin 13-8 (Ann Hamilton) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 9. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Tedtwo (GB), 9-4 Primoz (IRE), 5-1 Alnilam (FR), 17-2 Ballyfort (IRE), 22-1 Breizh River (FR), 40-1 Northern Cardinal (FR), 50-1 Boot ‘n’ Shoe (IRE), 66-1 Flying Sandpiper (IRE), 150-1 Dapper Gent (GB), Last Mission (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

This can go to TEDTWO, who pulled clear of the remainder when runner-up on debut for Ben Haslam at Wetherby last month and likely has more to give yet. Primoz and Alnilam look the obvious dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TEDTWO 2.PRIMOZ (IRE) 3.ALNILAM (FR)

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Stephen Mulqueen J Br B or Br g Bathyrhon (GER) - Sagadoune (FR) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Mr Michael & Lady Jane Kaplan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S B E. A. R. L. Elevage Des Loges TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a course bumper in April but comfortably held in both attempts in this sphere and could be seen in a better light when sent handicapping. TFRHIIII BHA-

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THIRD RACE | 2.55 THE CHURCH HOUSE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) 2m 51y

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Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 330 runners, 14%) runs BOIS GUILLBERT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs BOIS GUILLBERT Longest Traveller: CARNFUNNOCK trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

horse

age

st-lb

JUNGLE JACK (GB) (90) 12210-P D

12-0

CARNFUNNOCK (IRE) (61) 2413-35 D

11-8

GINGER MAIL (FR) (33) 22P-201 CD

11-6

IP UP (FR) (17) 531321 D

11-3

ILANZ (FR) (35) 31133-1

11-3

BOIS GUILLBERT (FR) (33) 13-1364 CD

11-1

SLUGGER (GB) (46) 26-2146 CD

11-0

CRACKING RHAPSODY (IRE) (33) 6-14122 D

10-11

Brian Hughes J Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Skew Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T O Mr T. G. Leslie Proactive Personnel Limited S B Redgate Bloodstock & Trickledown Stud TIMEFORM VIEWPoint winner and useful handicap hurdler, successful twice again last season. Seemingly amiss when pulled up on chase debut/return at Wetherby in November and interesting now returning to the smaller obstacles on the back of a breathing operation. TFRHHHHH BHA132

Daryl Jacob J Br B g Getaway (GER) - Simply Erin (IRE) S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede The Sporting Life S B Edward McMahon TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of Ayr novice and Naas handicap last season. Creditable efforts in handicaps at Haydock and Navan this season and he’s down to mark he can be very competitive from. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA126

Danny McMenamin J Br Gr g Sinndar (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T O Mrs David Coltman & Mrs J Douglas Miller Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S B Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent type who was back to winning ways when seeing off a couple of today’s rivals in a small-ﬁeld race over C&D last month. 4lb higher in a deeper affair now so more will be needed to follow up. TFRHHHII BHA124

Craig Nichol J Br Ch m Secret Singer (FR) - Upisland (FR) Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T O Mr Andy Peake Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S B Mme Marinette Avril TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser in France who has won 2m handicap hurdles at Fakenham and Newcastle since joining this yard. A further 6lb rise demands more of her but further progress can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII BHA121

Bradley Harris (3) J Br B g Rail Link - Vadrouille (FR) Anthony Charlton, Warminster T O Mrs A. M. Williams B Mr Jean Sandoz TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3 wins from only 5 starts in handicap hurdles when making light of an 11-month absence at Wincanton (2 1/2m) 5 weeks ago, leading on the line. 8lb rise is fair enough given he came clear with a progressive sort but the return to 2m asks a different question. TFRHHHII BHA121

Stephen Mulqueen J Br Ch g Ivanhowe (GER) - Ready Kap (FR) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Mr R. B. H. Young Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S B E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in October but his last 2 runs have been modest, latterly ﬁnishing a well-held last of 4 behind the reopposing Ginger Mail. Bounce back needed. TFRHHIII BHA119

Sean Quinlan J Br B g Ocovango - Dolly Boru Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T O Fight Club Bloomﬁelds Raceline Horseboxes, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S B Paul S Davies TIMEFORM VIEWMadeawinningstartoverhurdlesinC&DnoviceonreturninOctober.Notinvolvedwhensixthof11onhisMusselburghhandicapdebutonNewYear’s Day butthatwasafterashortbreakandhemightbesharpernow.Hasareﬁttedhoodcombinedwiththetonguetieheworelasttime. TFRHHHII BHA118

Henry Brooke J Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Cracking Gale (IRE) Ewan Whillans, Hawick T O Mr J D Wright & Mrs S Wright B Mr Jay Leahy TIMEFORM VIEW Perth bumper winner who went in at the ﬁrst time of asking over hurdles in 2m Hexham novice in November. Better form in defeat since, chasing home the reopposing Ginger Mail on his C&D handicap debut last month. This unexposed sort probably has more to offer. TFRHHHHI BHA115 28

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: DANCEWITHTHEWIND (IRE) 8 9 11 Edward Austin 13-8 (Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford) 5 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 1. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Carnfunnock (IRE), Ilanz (FR), 11-2 Ip Up (FR), Cracking Rhapsody (IRE), 7-1 Ginger Mail (FR), 10-1 Jungle Jack (GB), 14-1 Bois Guillbert (FR), Slugger (GB) JUNGLE JACK has dropped back to only 1lb below the mark he deﬁed at Bangor last spring and might be worth chancing to make a successful return from wind surgery. This is a PLAY SMARTER slight drop in class for Carnfunnock and he’s second choice ahead of Cracking Rhapsody, who can turn around last month’s C&D form with Ginger Mail on these 4lb better terms. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JUNGLE JACK 2.CARNFUNNOCK (IRE) 3.CRACKING RHAPSODY (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE | 3.25 THE RACING’S BEST RATINGS WITH TIMEFORM HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) 2m 5f 133y

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £22500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £8944, 2nd £4471, 3rd £2237, 4th £1118, 5th £558. (Penalty Value £11706.75)

Leading course trainer (19-24): S Thomson (33 wins from 169 runners, 20%) runs EMPIRE STEEL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S Thomson (3 wins from 18 runners, 17%) runs EMPIRE STEEL Weightwatcher: WHOSHOTTHESHERIFF won off a handicap mark of 138, his rating is now down 9lb to 129. Longest Traveller: RICHMOND LAKE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 212 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

horse

age

st-lb

RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) (20) 11-1140

12-0

EMPIRE STEEL (IRE) (52) 0010-32 CD

10 11-10

NELLS SON (GB) (20) F00-134 C

Brian Hughes J Br B g Westerner - Chic Milan (IRE) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T O Hemmings Racing Trust Inns Limited S B J.R. Weston TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly got his act together over fences last season and progressed again to complete a four-timer in 9-runner handicap chase at Aintree in December. However, could only produce modest efforts at Cheltenham and Doncaster since so needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA146

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Danny McMenamin J Br B g Trans Island - Miss Nellie (IRE) Nicky Richards, Greystoke T O Langdale Bloodstock Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S B Langdale Racing & Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Scored on his return to chasing at Carlisle (2m) in October and not discredited when fourth of 10 in handicap chase at Doncaster (16.4f, good) 20 days ago. Shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA134

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Ross Chapman J Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dame Foraine (FR) Philip Kirby, Richmond T O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXIV Hambleton Racing Ltd S B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary TIMEFORM VIEW Won a couple of times in 2021/22 but lightly raced since and pulled up after 14 months off in handicap chase at Wetherby (19.4f, heavy) 22 days ago. Has something to prove. TFRHHIII BHA129

NED TANNER (IRE) (48) 12-52U3 C

10-2

Sean Quinlan J Br B g Milan - Rose Tanner (IRE) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T O Hands and Heels Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S B John Mulcahy TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over fences here last season and arrives in decent nick, third of 7 in handicap chase at Haydock (19.9f, heavy) 48 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA119 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: MINELLA DRAMA (IRE) 8 12 0 Brian Hughes 10-11 (Donald McCain) 3 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Nells Son (GB), 11-4 Empire Steel (IRE), 9-2 Richmond Lake (IRE), 5-1 Ned Tanner (IRE), 33-1 Whoshotthesheriff (IRE) EMPIRE STEEL found a late error proving costly when runner-up at Wetherby last time out and, now back after a wind op, is taken to repeat his success in the 2022 running. PLAY SMARTER Nells Son and Ned Tanner both arrive in good form and can chase home Sandy Thomson’s veteran in that order. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EMPIRE STEEL (IRE) 2.NELLS SON 3.NED TANNER (IRE)

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Ryan Mania J Br Gr g Aizavoski (IRE) - Talk of Rain (FR) Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T O Alan Wight Sandy Thomson S B Mr Nick Blanchﬁeld TIMEFORM VIEW Took this event in 2022 and posted a good second of six in handicap chase at Wetherby (24.2f, heavy) 52 days ago, hindered by error 3 out. Since had a wind op and merits serious consideration eased 1lb. TFRHHHHH BHA142

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FIFTH RACE | 4.00 THE REMEMBERING MICHAEL WARES NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) 2m 7f 96y

for novice ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5049, 2nd £2524, 3rd £1263. (Penalty Value £6601.25)

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 330 runners, 14%) runs GIOVINCO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs GIOVINCO Longest Traveller: IMPERIAL MERLIN trained by J & S Quinn, Malton, 155 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

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GIOVINCO (IRE) (52) 11-U12P

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SPECIAL RATE (IRE) (33) 111141 CD

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IMPERIAL MERLIN (IRE) (49) 12F1-53

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Stephen Mulqueen J Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Whyalla (IRE) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Thunder Holdings Ltd & The Young Ones Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S B Colm Grifﬁn TIMEFORM VIEW Has quickly made up into an even better chaser than hurdler, winning Aintree novice handicap in November. Improved again when runner-up in Sandown Grade 2 next time, before possibly ﬁnding the race coming too soon at Kempton. The one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA146

Ross Chapman J Br B g Valirann (FR) - Estuary Princess (IRE) Philip Kirby, Richmond T O Quinn Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S B Francis Flynn TIMEFORM VIEWHasenjoyedamostproductivecampaignoverhurdles/fences,quicklyleavingbehindalessereffortwhenmakingit6winsfrom7starts this season in handicap at this C&D last month. Scored with a bit in hand on his latest outing so he has to be respected. TFRHHHHI BHA133

Henry Brooke J Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Silver Charmer John & Sean Quinn, Malton T O Imperial Racing & Mr John Blackburn Sheridan Ny LLP, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S B Boardsmill Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to hurdling last season, winning 3 times including novice handicap at Ayr in April. Sent chasing on his second start of the current campaign, was yet to be asked for effort when stumbling on landing 3 out at this course (22.3f) in December. Open to improvement. TFRHHHII BHA125

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Giovinco (IRE), 2-1 Special Rate (IRE), 11-2 Imperial Merlin (IRE) GIOVINCO possibly found the race coming too soon in the Grade 1 Kauto Star on Boxing Day, 18 days on from his good effort behind Stay Away Fay at Sandown, so he can bounce back to PLAY SMARTER winning ways if taking up this engagement. Special Rate looks the biggest threat as he bids for a seventh win of the season, though Imperial Merlin could take a step forward from his chase debut. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GIOVINCO (IRE) 2.SPECIAL RATE (IRE) 3.IMPERIAL MERLIN (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE | 4.32 THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) 2m 1f 14y

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 330 runners, 14%) runs SALAMANCA BAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs SALAMANCA BAY Longest Traveller: MARSHALLED trained by B Haslam, Middleham, 112 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

horse

age

MARSHALLED (IRE) (22) 3-12015

10 11-13

st-lb

Richie McLernon J Br B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Serious Fun (IRE) Ben Haslam, Middleham T O Mr John P. McManus B Mrs Noreen McManus TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser in Ireland and better than ever when doubling tally for new yard at Cartmel (21f) in August. May of needed ﬁrst start for 5 months at Wetherby in January and this rates less demanding. TFRHHHII BHA130

ESCAPEANDEVADE (IRE) (21) 1P4-441 D 8

11-6

DUBAI DAYS (IRE) (33) 12-5654 CD

11-5

SALAMANCA BAY (IRE) (34) 251U/-32

11-2

Brian Hughes J Br B g Westerner - Sandrinechoix (FR) James Ewart, Langholm T O The Escapees Fitzdares S B Ms Leah Mc Coy TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who bounced back to best in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces when doubling chase tally at Sedgeﬁeld (17f, heavy) 3 weeks ago, seeing things out better than usual. Claims if he is able to replicate that display here. TFRHHHHI BHA123

Bruce Lynn (3) J Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Comeragh Girl (IRE) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T O Alexander, McGarrity, Morris & Parker Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd, Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd S B Mrs Hannah Crowley TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who suggested he’s coming to the boil when fourth of 7 in handicap here (23.4f) last month, despite some indifferent jumping. Versatile as regards trip and he could just be worth chancing to come out on top. TFRHHHHH BHA122

Derek Fox J Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Almada (FR) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Mr Allan Stennett Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S B D. Fenton, Elm Equine & Holling Equine TIMEFORM VIEW Wide margin winner of a Thurles maiden hurdle but much too free on belated return/chase debut for new yard at Ayr in December. Subsequent Warwick effort in 2-runner affair was modest. TFRHHHII BHA119

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Escapeandevade (IRE), 9-4 Dubai Days (IRE), 9-2 Marshalled (IRE), 11-2 Salamanca Bay (IRE) DUBAI DAYS usually comes good around this time of year and, having displayed encouraging signs over further here 33 days ago, this former C&D winner could be worth chancing to build PLAY SMARTER on that effort here. Escapeandevade, a good winner in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces (retained here) at Sedgeﬁeld 3 weeks ago can also feature with a repeat. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DUBAI DAYS (IRE) 2.ESCAPEANDEVADE (IRE) 3.MARSHALLED (IRE)

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DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Stewards Note: MARSHALLED: Following its run on 25/1/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely in early stages.

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SEVENTH RACE | 5.02 THE HELLO MY DARLING REMEMBERING ANDREW QUIGLEY OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) 2m 51y

for maiden four, ﬁve and six yrs old x Total prize fund £5000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2087, 2nd £1044, 3rd £522, 4th £261. (Penalty Value £2723)

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 330 runners, 14%) runs CALEDONIAN PEARL & SANTAPIETRA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs CALEDONIAN PEARL & SANTAPIETRA Longest Traveller: CUSHENDUN trained by I Duncan, Coylton, 132 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

horse

age

st-lb

BALKING (FR) (-)

11-7

BLUE PLAN (IRE) (-)

11-7

BRIDGE COURT (IRE) (279) 0-2

11-7

CUSHENDUN (GB) (58) 33

11-7

DEDICATED HERO (IRE) (120) 33-3

11-7

LANCE LES DES (FR) (-)

11-7

MALICASH (IRE) (58) 36

11-7

THEONETOWATCH (GB) (104) 6

11-7

Henry Brooke J Br Ch g Balko (FR) - Anaqueen (FR) Dianne Sayer, Penrith T O Mr G. Critchley Tote S B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Luy TIMEFORM VIEW £36,000 3-y-o, Balko gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful French hurdler/chaser Kapking. Makes some appeal on pedigree but may need more time. TFRHHHII BHA-

Jamie Hamilton J Br B g Retirement Plan - Blueberrythethird (IRE) Pauline Robson, Capheaton T O Mr John Wade B W. Moran TIMEFORM VIEW Retirement Plan gelding. Brother to bumper winner Lady Bluebird. Dam unraced sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Goldencard. TFRHHHII BHA-

Ben Smith (10) J Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - The Wounded Cook (IRE) R. Mike Smith, Galston T O Mrs Wilma Duffus Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S B Mrs Mossie Hayes & Mr Tom Hayes TIMEFORM VIEW€34,0003-y-o,£62,0004-y-o,CourtCavegelding.Closelyrelatedtousefulhurdler/chaserSmokingGun,andhalf-brotherto2winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Hazy Tom, stayed 3m. Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points (May 2023). TFRHHIII BHA-

Brian Hughes J Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Golden Sparkle (IRE) Ian Duncan, Coylton T O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan Racing S B Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding who has shaped like a stayer in ﬁnishing third on his ﬁrst two outings. Can make his presence felt if the emphasis is on stamina. TFRHHHII BHA-

Ryan Mania J Br B g Shirocco (GER) - True Dedication (IRE) Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T O Recommended Freight McKeown & McMillan B Patrick and Bernadette Vaughan O’Connor TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in point and solid start under Rules when third at Carlisle 4 months ago. Likely to be on the premises again. TFRHHHII BHA-

Bruce Lynn (3) J Br Ch g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Macara (GER) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T O Roll The Dice Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S B E.A.R.L. de Faydeau TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to numerous winners on Flat, including useful German 6f-1m winner Manipura. Dam 7f/1m winner in Germany. Stamina could be an issue but stable has had bumper winners. TFRHHIII BHA-

Craig Nichol J Br B g Malinas (GER) - Beanri Mhaith (IRE) Ewan Whillans, Hawick T O Mrs Karen Spark B Mrs Margaret Comerford TIMEFORM VIEW Malinas gelding who has offered something to work on amidst inexperience on his ﬁrst two starts. May be more clued up this time, so not dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA-

Sam Coltherd J Br B g Mahler - Xpectations (IRE) Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T O The Borders Bunch Bell Rural Solutions S B Potassium Partnership 2 TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit when sixth of 15 in bumper at Ayr (16f, good, 33/1) on NH debut 104 days ago. Could do better, so not without hope. TFRHHHII BHA44

YAKALEO (FR) (60) 3

11-7

DISCO ANNIE (IRE) (52) F/2-0

11-0

SANTAPIETRA (IRE) (96) 0-2

11-0

AUTHORIZED MISSION (GB) (55) 0

10-9

WOR LAD (GB) (-)

10-9

CALEDONIAN PEARL (GB) (94) 5

10-2

Danny McMenamin J Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Implora (FR) Nicky Richards, Greystoke T O P L Polly Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S B Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler/chaser and offered plenty of encouragement when third at Musselburgh a couple of months ago. Stable has a good record in this sphere and he sets the standard, so makes plenty of appeal. TFRHHHHH BHA-

Nathan Moscrop J Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Betty Beck (IRE) Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld T O Graham & Christine Seward Bluegrass Horse Feeds S B Mr Michael Halpin TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in points (Nov 2022) but was unable to beat a rival at Aintree on Rules debut. TFRHIIII BHA-

Derek Fox J Br B m Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Pietralunga (FR) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Claymore Racing - Santapietra Claymore Racing Ltd S B Mr Liam O’Connell TIMEFORM VIEW €34,000 3-y-o, £40,000 4-y-o, Flemensﬁrth mare. Dam (h123) 2m hurdle winner, also 17f winner on Flat in France. Wears tongue strap. Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points (Nov 12). TFRHHHII BHA-

Conor O’Farrell J Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Micro Mission (IRE) Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T O D&D Armstrong Ltd North Sea Logistics, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S B D & D Armstrong Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue tied when down the ﬁeld at Newcastle on debut 55 days ago. Needs to leave that form behind if he’s to have any chance here. TFRHHHII BHA-

Theo Gillard J Br B g Harbour Law - Wor Lass Donald Whillans, Hawick T O Dodds and Robinson B Mr A. J. Robinson & Les Dodds TIMEFORM VIEW Harbour Law gelding. Dam (h81), placed over hurdles, 13f-16.2f winner on Flat. TFRHIIII BHA-

Patrick Wadge (3) J Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Pantera Negra (IRE) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Emma L McWilliam Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S B D. G. Pryde TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel filly who shaped better than the result at Huntingdon on debut and warrants consideration TFRHHHII BHAwith more to come. DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2023: KAMSINAS (FR) 6 11 7 Paddy Brennan 8-13 (Fergal O’Brien) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12, 14. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Yakaleo (FR), 13-2 Dedicated Hero (IRE), 15-2 Caledonian Pearl (GB), 11-1 Cushendun (GB), Malicash (IRE), 14-1 Santapietra (IRE), 16-1 Theonetowatch (GB), 18-1 Authorized Mission (GB), 20-1 Balking (FR), 22-1 Blue Plan (IRE), 33-1 Lance Les Des (FR), 40-1 Bridge Court (IRE), 50-1 Disco Annie (IRE), 66-1 Wor Lad (GB) YAKALEO’s third at Musselburgh first time out is the best piece of form on offer and there’s reason to think he can do better, so he gets the nod over Caledonian Pearl and Dedicated Hero, who also showed promise on their respective Rules debuts.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YAKALEO (FR) 2.CALEDONIAN PEARL 3.DEDICATED HERO (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.55 - THE FULL CIRCLE SERIES AT PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 3rd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. This race has been sponsored by Punchestown Racecourse, as part of their series of Festival Qualifying races, and they 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. 23 entries at £36. - Closed February 10th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.25 - THE JOHNSTON SMILLIE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (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, February 10th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 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. JOHNSTON SMILLIE 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. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 27th April, 2024. 21 entries at £40. - Closed February 10th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.55 - THE CHURCH HOUSE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT 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 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £67 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £53 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 3rd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Church House Investment Management 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 £67. - Closed February 10th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.25 - THE RACING’S BEST RATINGS WITH TIMEFORM HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11706 to the winning horse The second to receive £5382, the third £2691, the fourth £1345 and the fifth £672. for five yrs old and upwards. £110 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £22 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £88 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 3rd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. TIMEFORM 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 11 entries, 3 at £22 and 8 at £110. - Closed February 10th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8944; Second £4471; Third £2237; Fourth £1118; Fifth £558. (Penalty Value £11706.75) SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.00 - THE REMEMBERING MICHAEL WARES NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6601 to the winning horse The second to receive £3037, and the third £1518. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £55 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 3rd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). MICHAEL WARES CATER HIRE have generously sponsored this race and will present mementoes to the winning owner, trainer and jockey, as well as a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 7 entries, 3 at £11 and 4 at £55. - Closed February 10th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5049; Second £2524; Third £1263. (Penalty Value £6601.25) SEE PAGE 37 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.32 - THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT 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 and the fourth £912. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 3rd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Royal Caledonian Hunt has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries, 1 at £14 and 11 at £70. - Closed February 10th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 41 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.02 - THE HELLO MY DARLING REMEMBERING ANDREW QUIGLEY OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (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 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, February 10th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. PROFICIO LTD 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Jodami Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 2m at Kelso on 6th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have finished in the first 8 places in a Go North Jodami Series Qualifier during the current season. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 18 entries at £25. - Closed February 10th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723) SEE PAGE 44 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.

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