Welcome to Kelso Racecourse for the first race meeting of the new season.
Tonight we’ll be helping to raise funds for the Borders Carers Centre, a charity which has a long association with the racecourse, and we would like to extend an especially warm welcome to all of those who have come to support this fantastic local cause. We hope that you have a very enjoyable evening.
RBC Brewin Dolphin and Abbey Fine Wines have both contributed generously to the charity through their race sponsorship activities and there will be additional opportunities for racegoers to donate directly via an exit-collection following the final race.
The start of a new season is always an exciting time, pregnant with potential, and so it’s fitting that the feature race has been named by Weatherbys to promote Paul Ferguson’s Annual Jumpers To Follow publication. We are extremely grateful to all of our sponsors which, in addition to Weatherbys, RBC Brewin Dolphin and Abbey Fine Wines, include Racing TV and Belhaven Brewery
We would like to thank the connections of all today’s runners: the owners, trainers, jockeys and stable staff. We couldn’t put on such a spectacle without you – so thank you for choosing to run at Kelso Whatever the result, whatever the finishing position of your horses, it’s a delight to see them and we hope that you enjoy a safe and enjoyable day
Good luck, have a fun evening, and thank you so much for coming.
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
Wednesday 18th September 2024
Stewards
ADRIAN SMITH (Chief Steward), PHILIP SPOTTISWOOD (Stewards’ Panel Chair), LYNDSAY ALLAN, MILLY BERSEY, ALAN DEMPSEY
Starters JASON CALLAGHAN, RYAN COLLEY
Judge NICK HARGREAVE
Clerk of the Scales KARL CURRAN
Veterinary Officers DUNCAN MACDONALD, TIM DAVIES
Commentator JOHN BLANCE
Raceday Announcer ROBERT HOGARTH
Medical Officers
Veterinary Surgeons
DR MAUDE DONKERS, DR JOEL BARKER, DR FIONA STRUTHERS, DR SAM FOSTER, DR CLAIRE MCLEAN, DR VIVIEN TUT, DR ANNA O’DONOGHUE DR HEATHER KIRKLAND
MR EDWARD CHINN, B.VET.MED CERT.E.P. M.R.C.V.S.
MR URS SCHAELI, MED VET. 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.
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
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 first
• ‘Each-way’ is when you place two bets in one: one for your horse to come first, the other for it to be placed. Therefore £2 each-way = £4 total bet
• What qualifies as a ‘place’ depends on the number of runners: between two and four runners - first place only; between five and seven runners - first and second place; eight runners and over - first three places; 16 runners and over (handicaps only) - first four places
• The place part of the bet will be paid out at a fraction of the odds, usually a quarter or a fifth - 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
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
HOW CAN WE HELP?
Carers Support Plan – We are commissioned by Scottish Borders Council to carry out the Carers Support Plan, which is a carer’s legal right.
The Borders Carers Centre is the only organisation in the Borders dedicated to providing direct support to unpaid carers.
This year we have seen an unprecedented amount of referrals to the service with an increasing amount of carers facing crisis in complex situations.
Carers are the largest source of care and support in each area of the UK. It is in everyone’s interest that they are supported.
• Taking on a caring role can mean facing a life of poverty, isolation, frustration, ill health and depression.
• Many carers give up an income, future employment prospects and pension rights to become a carer
• Many carers also work outside the home and are trying to juggle jobs with their responsibilities as carers.
• The majority of carers struggle alone and do not know that help is available to them.
• Carers say that access to information, financial support and breaks in caring are vital in helping them manage the impact of caring on their lives
How can we help?
• Practical help – emotional support, breaks, transport, benefits advice, help filling in forms
• Liaising with social work and health to ensure appropriate services are in place.
• Hospital discharge/liaison – intense support when your cared for is in hospital or about to be discharged.
• Emergency card – to help ‘put your mind at ease ’
• Training and education – in skills often needed by carers, such as moving and handling, first aid, and care giving; personal development; stress reduction through reflexology and aromatherapy. Our training is always carer led – so do tell us what you would like to see us offer Some of our most popular sessions have included ‘Coping with feelings of loss and change’ and ‘Dealing with guilt’.
• Training and education for professionals and the third sector in carer awareness
• Fun – time out, breaks, the opportunity to enjoy a social life, taking into account carers’ special needs and sense of isolation.
• Advocacy – at tribunals, assessments, case reviews, assistance to access funds and services, or whenever a carer needs a friend or supporter
The aim of our work is to help ensure that no carer has to reach crisis point before they get the support they need. In short, to make it easier for carers to cope.
Your support at events such as this allows us to reach and support more carers across the Scottish Borders and make a real difference to them and the people they care for. Thank you.
THE BORDERS CARERS CENTRE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs KANDOR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H Palmer (5 wins from 38 runners, 13%) runs CARVED IN STONE
Longest Traveller: INTENSE APPROACH trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
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) no horse
1
GO GO CHICAGO (IRE)(92) 1
7 11-7
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Chicago Vic (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Where It All Began Paul Hanagan Ruth Jefferson, Malton T
Br Ch g Jack Hobbs - Intense Tango Alex Harvey (5) J
O Ms Caroline Ahearn John McConnell, Ireland T
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
3
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who kept mistakes to a minimum when opening hurdles account in 7-runner maiden at Downpatrick (21.8f, good) 23 days ago Very much the one to beat under a penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA130
KANDOR
(FR)(66)24/203-1
5 11-7
Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Kadouna (FR) Patrick Wadge (3) J
O Mr J. C. G. Chua Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Biraben & A. Gilibert Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful Irish pointer who left his hurdling debut form well behind when winning 12-runner novice hurdle at Perth (20.2f, good, 9/1) 66 days ago, quickening to lead final 100 yds. Open to further progress TFRHHHHI BHA117 4
HIGHLANDER HILL (IRE)(612) 500/- 7 11-0
Br Ch g Mahler - Cherish The Pear (IRE)
Edward Austin (5) J
O Mr A. Robson Paul Robson, Alnwick T
B Lakeview House Stud Prct Bloodstocks Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field sole outing in bumpers and has fared no better both starts over hurdles TFRHIIII BHA-
MAJOR CHAMPION (GB)
(76)PP-0330 5 11-0
Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Lady Samantha Conor Rabbitt (5) J
Br B g Ask - Miss Your Top (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O D&D Armstrong Ltd
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B John Blake North Sea Logistics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who shaped better than first time up over hurdles in first-time visor when second of 13 in a maiden at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good to firm) 52 days ago First run for yard after leaving Ben Pauling for £13,500. TFRHHHII BHA-
CARVED IN STONE (GB)
(32) 515-0 BF 4 10-11
Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Bride Unbridled (IRE) Brian Hughes J
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: IDEM (FR) 5 11 2 Patrick Wadge 4-5 (Lucinda Russell) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Stewards Note: TOP MAN TOM: Following its run on 28/7/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout
Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Intense Approach (GB), 7-2 Kandor (FR), 13-2 Go Go Chicago (IRE), 15-2 Top Man Tom (IRE), 14-1 Carved In Stone (GB), 33-1 Major Champion (GB), 150-1 Highlander Hill (IRE)
INTENSE APPROACH easily landed the odds at Downpatrick last month and this looks a good opportunity for him to follow up under a penalty. Kandor scored quite decisively in the end at Perth in July and appeals as the type to improve further, while Go Go Chicago could leave the bare form of his Stratford hurdling debut win well behind now stepping up in trip
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
Race preview from Weatherbys
Race two on this afternoon’s card is the Jumpers To Follow Handicap Hurdle and after enjoying a great day on course last season, I am regrettablywatchingonfromhome onthisoccasion.
Last year’s class 2 contest was won by Nicky Richards’ evergreen – or ever-grey – 11-year-old Glinger Flame, who rolled back the years to win under Sean Quinlan. We have, however, seen progressive, younger horses come out on top in previous years, with subsequent high-class chaser Aye Right (rated 159 at his peak)successfuloffamarkof136at theageofsix,somefiveyearsago.
Last year’s class 2 contest was won by Nicky Richards’ Evergreen.
There are a mix of runners among the eight who face the starter this time around, with Baron de Midleton(aged11)andthe10-yearold Nayati the elder statesmen of theparty.
At the other end of the scale, both The Churchill Lad and Kinbara Firstdraft represent the five-yearold age group. The latter was a winner at Perth in July – on goodto-firm ground – and has been dropped3lbssincehislatestdefeat at the same track. That form looks quite useful, with the first and sixth
fighting out the finish back at Perth only last week, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Stuart Crawford’s runner bounce back to form in receipt of weight from all and over thisnew,longertrip.
The six-year-old Kaleb is another of the younger brigade and Amy Murphy’s gelding is back down to his latest winning mark (123), from Market Rasen in May. He dropped in trip when running with credit at Galway last month and if reproducing that level of form, should be involved here. Reverting toanintermediatetriplookstobea positive.
George Bewley’s Well Educated is the sole course winner in the field, with him having won races here in October 2022 and May this year. He was racing under a 7lbs penalty on that occasion – having won at Hexham just five days earlier – and he ran on well when beaten by Ashington at Cartmel during July. Thepairclashedagainwhenbehind Nayati(4th)attheCumbrianvenue and there wouldn’t appear to be a lotbetweenthetrio.
Aramax completes the field and has to concede weight to all. Twice a winner since joining Ben Haslam, he won the Fred Winter at the 2020 Cheltenham Festival and is now 10lbs lower. Although he probably isn’t the force of old, he is still only eightandshouldatleastappreciate returningtonicerground.
THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £9938, 2nd £4968, 3rd £2485, 4th £1243, 5th £620, 6th £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)
Leading course trainer (19-24): D McCain (19 wins from 103 runners, 18%) runs NAYATI
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs NAYATI
Longest Traveller: KINBARA FIRSTDRAFT trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
ARAMAX (GER)(25) 400-P05
8 12-0
Br B g Maxios - Aramina (GER) Richie McLernon J
O Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Gestut Rottgen
TIMEFORMVIEWDualwinnerlastseasonwhodidn’tappeartorelishaslogwhenfifthof8inhandicaphurdleatCartmel(25.4f, soft, 12/1) 25 days ago, unsuited by emphasis on stamina. Not taken lightly back over
2 KALEB (IRE)(47) 0U2-134 D
Br B g Sir Percy - Kalane (IRE)
6 11-12
Jack Quinlan J O Racing To Profit Syndicate & Partner Amy Murphy, Newmarket T
B Paul Murphy Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who ran better than for a while when second in a Market Rasen handicap hurdle last month. However, ran no sort of race back over fences at Bangor since.
WELL EDUCATED (IRE)(25) 115420 C 8 11-3
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Collegeofknowledge Jonathon Bewley J
O Annett and Mandle
George Bewley, Colby T
B Mrs Jennifer O’Neill Lloyd Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual course winner who ran below form when seventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (17.2f, soft) 25 days ago Up in trip
(FR)(25) 50F-004 BF
Br B g Spirit One (FR) - Smadouce (FR)
O CP RACING
10 11-2
Brian Hughes J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B V. Berouard, L. Berouard & S. Chatelain
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to justify support in a first-time tongue strap down in grade when fourth of 12 in handicap at Cartmel (17.2f, soft) 25 days ago Back up in trip
(GB)(25) 5-35316
Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Kadoma
O Ursa Major Racing Ltd
B Springfield Farm Partnership
9 11-0
Jamie Hamilton J
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
Titan Resource Management S
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a falling mark at Cartmel in Julyand ran creditably back on the level at Carlisle the following month. Rare belowpareffortbackataforementionedtracklasttimeandtypetobouncebacknowreturnedtoalongertrip TFRHHHII BHA114
THE CHURCHILL
LAD
(IRE)(23) 40-4603 5 11-0
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Imalwayshotforyou (USA) Ross Chapman J
O Flying High and Blacklock
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B CGD Syndicate Mile High Racing, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
Br Ch g Koropick (IRE) - Kimberely Bay (IRE) James Bowen J
O Jetmac Syndicate S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Mrs Patricia Croke
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when making a winning handicap debut at Perth in June, kept up to work Failed to
his game as requiredup6lbintoahigher-classhandicapatPerth9weekslaterandhasstaminatoprovenowuppedintrip
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: GLINGER FLAME (IRE) 11 10 9 Sean Quinlan 9-2 (Nicky Richards) 6 ran Hood worn by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 6.
KALEB has developed into a likeable sort and, with the return to this trip sure to suit, he’s taken to make the most of the drop back in grade. The Churchill Lad is down to a good mark and looks interesting following a much more encouraging run at Cartmel last month, especially if allowed his head, while Ashington is the type to bounce back quickly from a below-par display
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TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM
THE RBC BREWIN DOLPHIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs JEM IN EM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs HALF SHOT
Longest Traveller: FINN LOUGH trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 212 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 FLIC OU VOYOU (FR)(52) 0P-43P2
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Hillflower (FR)
10 12-0
Danny McMenamin J
O Hogarth Racing Henry Hogarth, Stillington T
B Mme Celine Sirven-Gualde Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, excellent second of 16 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, good to firm) 52
ago (first past the post but subsequently demoted). Big shout despite taking a 3lb rise.
2 NO REGRETS (IRE)(58) 1320-13 C
Br B g Presenting - E Mac (IRE)
10 12-0
Sean Quinlan J
O Tony Killoran & Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mr J. McMahon Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW CoursewinnerinMayandherecordedagoodthirdof7inhandicapchaseatCartmel(25.5f,soft) 58 days ago Ought to be in the shake-up TFRHHHII BHA115
SHOT (IRE)(32) P4-0460
10 11-13
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dochas Supreme (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O The Farming Army Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Robert B. Hodgins Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Below-form eighth of15 in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, good, 12/1) 32 days ago Switches from hurdles to chasing with blinkers on and more needed. TFRHHIII BHA114
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Southwell in June but only tenth of 14 in handicap chase at Worcester (23f, good) 55 days ago Enters calculations if shrugging off latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA113
Br Ch g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Pinamar
Sam Coltherd J
O Mrs Wilma Duffus Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B Cyril Humphris Bell Rural Solutions, Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Hexham in June and posted a good fifth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Hexham (23.3f, good) 87 days ago Much respected back in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA109
Br Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Magie de Toulouse (FR)
Bruce Lynn (3) J
O YERMANMILAN SYNDICATE N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr James Cummins & Ms Jacqueline Taylor Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 8 in handicap chase at Perth (23.8f, good) 66 days ago Not taken lightly off the same mark TFRHHHII BHA108
Br B g Well Chosen - Apache Rose (IRE) Derek Fox J
O The Jemsters Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B David McKeever Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistenthurdlerwhocomeshereonthebackofasolidthirdof9inhandicaphurdleatPerth (26.6f, good to soft) 126 days ago Much respected on his chase debut TFRHHHII BHA107
FINN LOUGH (IRE)(96)1/5452-2 BF 5 11-5
Br B g Milan - Jerica Toby Wynne (3) J
O Bowen, Boyes, Coxon, Haycock, Smith Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Thistletown Stud Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler Creditable second of 11 in handicap at Market Rasen (20.6f, good) 96 days ago Goes over fences now and needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA106
9
ARCTIC AMBITION (IRE)
(25) 40-620P D 9 11-1
Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - See The Clouds
O Raceline Scotland Ltd
B Mr & Mrs James Hannon
10
Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
Paul Robson, Alnwick T
TIMEFORM VIEW Was tried in blinkers when pulled up in handicap chase at Cartmel (21.2f, soft) 25 days ago Others are much preferred. TFRHHIII BHA102
SEAN OG (IRE)
(23) 4-23121
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Genesta (IRE)
O SJD Racing & Dianne Sayer
11
6 10-13
Conor O’Farrell J
Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Gerard Mullins Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Comes here on the back of a career-best win in 6-runner handicap chase at Cartmel (21.2f, heavy) 23 days ago, holding on gamely Can go well again despite a 2lb rise. TFRHHHHI BHA100
THE KING OF MAY (FR)(58)660-051
Br B g High Rock (IRE) - Waltzing (IRE)
O Mr B. Dunn
10 10-8
Sean Bowen J
Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Mr Alain Lebret & Mr Pascal Noue Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally capitalised on a falling mark at Cartmel but this veteran chaser looks opposable off a 4lb higher mark TFRHHIII BHA95
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: HIDDEN COMMANDER (IRE) 8 11 4 Brian Hughes 4-1 (Stuart Coltherd) 6 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 3. Visor worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5, 6, 7, 11.
Stewards Note:
HALF SHOT: Following its run on 17/8/2024 it was reported that the horse made a mistake at 3rd last hurdle.
DO NO WRONG: Following its run on 25/7/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
ARCTIC AMBITION: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Sean Og (IRE), 11-2 Everyday Champagne (IRE), 15-2 Flic Ou Voyou (FR), 17-2 Finn Lough (IRE), 9-1 The King of May (FR), 10-1 No Regrets (IRE), 12-1 Do No Wrong (IRE), 14-1 Breakdance Kid (GB), 18-1 Jem In Em (IRE), 25-1 Half Shot (IRE), 28-1 Arctic Ambition (IRE)
FLIC OU VOYOU lost the race in the stewards’ room at Uttoxeter last time and is fancied to gain compensation here off a still handy-looking mark Sean Og is feared most on the back of his recent Cartmet victory, although Everyday Champagne and No Regrets can have a say too Chasing debutants Jem In Em and Finn Lough also need factoring into this competitive handicap
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs FAIRMAC
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs UPAGAINSTIT
Fancy That: D McCain won this race in 2019 and 2022. The stable runs UPAGAINSTIT today
Longest Traveller: WELL DONE DANI trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 212 miles. UPAGAINSTIT trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 212 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Youmzain (IRE) - Milano Bay (IRE) Lewis Dobb (7) J
O Alan Wight Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Mr P. Gallagher Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at this course
strip fitter for this first run in 6 months, so hard to make a strong case for.
Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Kenyan Cat Derek Fox J
O Middleham Park Racing VI Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B David Botterill & John Guest Middleham Park Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat and has shown signs of encouragement amidst inexperience over hurdles, third in a novice at Perth last time. Makes quick switch to handicaps off potentially very appealing mark TFR
(IRE)(28) 536-2F0 7 11-10
Br B g Presenting - Sunami Storm (IRE) Theo Gillard J
O Miss C. McCracken Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Gaynestown Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning chase debut at Warwick in March 2023 but didn’t go on from that effort. Back to form over hurdles in June but has a tame effort over the larger obstacles to put behind him.
MINELLA
(IRE)(60)3315-50 C 6 11-10
Br B or Br g Beat Hollow - Cheryls Island (IRE)
Sean Quinlan J
O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Mrs Mary Margaret Roche North Sea Logistics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler in Ireland and opened his account for Iain Jardine here a year ago Has found life tougher since, and reverts to hurdling after a break TFRHHIII BHA94
9 11-7
Br B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Dempseys Luck (IRE) Sam Coltherd J
O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young William Young Jnr, Carluke T
B Thomas Patrick English
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back C&D handicaps last September and returned to form with his reappearance behind him when second at Perth on penultimate start. Poor effort since and has had a two-month break
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasbeenholdingformwelllatelyandpostedanothersolidshowingwhenrunner-upatPerth a couple of months ago Should be on the premises again. TFRHHHHI BHA85
EDGEWELL (IRE)(82) 50P-460
6 10-9
Br B g Well Chosen - One Edge (IRE) Ross Chapman J
O Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Hugh J. Holohan Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than the result when sixth of 9 in handicap chase at Hexham on penultimate start then likely found the race coming too soon at Cartmel next time. Off 82 days since and visor fitted for this return to hurdling.
(FR)(120) P2306-0
8 10-8
Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shining Glory (GER) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr J. P. G. Hamilton Alison Hamilton, Denholm T
B Ecurie Des Monceaux Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over fences back in 2021 and finally opened his account over hurdles in a Bangor handicap last year Form has been in and out since, though, and latest effort at Hexham 4 months ago was
9
HEART
ABOVE (GB)(25) 0-00302
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cool Baranca (GER)
6 10-7
Conor O’Farrell J
O Margaret Coppola & Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Emma Sayer Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get close to his fairly useful bumper form but posted a more encouraging display when second at Cartmel last time and it’s still early days. One to consider TFRHHHHI BHA77
WILLY NILLY
(IRE)(66)0632P-4
7 10-7
Br B g Morpheus - Subtle Shimmer Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Cloneymore Farm Ltd Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Perth (16.2f, good, 33/1) 66 days ago Others look better treated but he’s likely to give another good account TFRHHHII BHA77
WELL DONE DANI (GB)
Br B m Multiplex - Do It On Dani
(59)104-50P 7 10-6
Toby Wynne (3) J
O The Perthy Partnership Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B S. V. Parry Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Worcester winner last summer but quickly into her shell since, pulled up at Stratford last time. TFRHHIII BHA76
IOLANI (GER)(25) 3-01046 C
12 10-5
Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Imogen (GER) William Maggs (5) J
O Mr A. Slack Anna Slack, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Gestut Etzean
TIMEFORM VIEW VeteranwhoscoredatCartmelinMaybuthasn’tmatchedthatformsubsequently Othersare more appealing. TFR
EDMOND DANTES
(IRE)(313)0/6260P- 8 10-4
Br Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Abhasana (IRE) Lorcan Murtagh J
O Mr James Proudfoot & Mrs Sue Murtagh Barry Murtagh, Carlisle T
B Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of sorts when last seen 10 months ago and hard to see him getting involved. TFRHIIII BHA74 14
IVYNATOR
(IRE)(77) P55/40-5
Br B g Muhaarar - Venturous Spirit (FR)
6 10-3
Danny McMenamin J
O The Good To Soft Firm Jean McGregor, Milnathort T B Dayton Investments Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW One-time fairly useful Flat performer but yet to get anywhere near that form over hurdles Hard to make any sort of case for. TFRHIIII BHA73
Visor worn first time by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5, 6, 11, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 8, 12, 13. Stewards Note: IOLANI: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free. EDMOND DANTES: Following its run on 10/11/2023 it was reported that the horse weakened after second last.
FAIRMAC has looked in need of the experience so far over hurdles but he should be getting the hang of things now and his opening mark is lenient based on Flat exploits, so he’s worth taking a chance on. Game Beaaa and Heart Above, both runner-up last time, could pose the main threats
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FIFTH RACE | 6.35
THE BELHAVEN BREWERY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
for four 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)
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (46 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs GARDE DES CHAMPS and MINT GOLD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs GREY DIAMOND
Weightwatcher: PAY THE PIPER won off a handicap mark of 136, his rating is now down 8lb to 128.
Longest Traveller: GREY DIAMOND trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 212 miles.
1
GREY DIAMOND (FR)(27)
000-502
10 12-0
Br B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Diamond of Diana (FR) Theo Gillard J
O Always Trying Syndicate Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Regal Holly Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T
B B. Walsh Hamilton S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winning chaser who arrives here in good heart, second of 8 in handicap chase at Cartmel (17.3f, good to soft) in May Losing run is mounting up but he ought to go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA128
MINT GOLD
(IRE)(147) 54//1F22- D 10 11-5
Br B g Gold Well - Lady Flyer (IRE)
Patrick Wadge (3) J
O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Cracking Gale (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Mrs Louise Whillans Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B B. D. Darrer
TIMEFORM VIEW Better for return when respectable seventh of 13 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter in June but disappointing both starts overfences/hurdlessubsequently Needstobouncebackbuttheassessorhasrelinquishedhisgripalittlemore. TFRHHHII BHA113
RESTANDBETHANKFUL (GB)(25)
Br Br g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest
7
0-04221D 8 10-10
Sean Quinlan J
O Bolton Mill Racing & URSA Major Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Clarendon Farm Adra Projects Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over fences last year and resumed from wind surgery with a cosy success in 5-runner handicap chase at Cartmel (17.3f, soft) 25 days ago Definite possibilities again up 7lb TFRHHHHH BHA112
GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE)(9) 263234 8 10-10
Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - La Reine de Riogh (IRE) Derek Fox J
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: CEDAR HILL (IRE) 9 11 5 Ryan Mania 9-2 (Sandy Thomson) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4, 6, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Stewards Note: ARTHUR’S QUAY: Following its run on 30/6/2024 it was reported that the horse made a jumping error
RESTANDBETHANKFUL confirmed recent promise on the back of wind surgery when successful at Cartmel 25 days ago, leading on bridle 2 out and reduced advantage only close home. He gets the narrow vote to follow up, with Pay The Piper and Mint Gold heading up the dangers.
1ST,10TH &28TH
6TH& 26TH
THE racingtv.com/freetrial OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
SIXTH RACE | 7.05 2m 51y
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) no horse
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Richards (14 wins from 94 runners, 15%) runs GETAWAY FRANKIE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Ellison (2 wins from 26 runners, 8%) runs BLACKWATER LILLY Longest Traveller: MILVERTON trained by K Thornton, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
BEYOND THE VERGE (GB)
(-) 5 11-4
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Forty One Shots (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O The Goodfellow Partnership Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B Mr Jon Glews Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding. Dam unraced.
2
EXPRESS
RUN (IRE)(143)F-F
5 11-4
Br B g Milan - Lilly’s Express (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Mrs Pauline Southerington Justin Landy, Leyburn T
B Mr Vincent Byrne
TIMEFORM VIEW €24,0003-y-o,thirdfoal,dam(b76),rantwiceinbumpers,sistertousefulhurdler/verysmartchaser (stayed 3m) Peregrine Run. Fell both starts in Irish points (latest Apr 28). Tongue tied. TFRHHIII BHA3
MILVERTON (GB)(32) 2 5 11-4
Br B g Outstrip - Princess Spirit Robert Colgan J
O Gibneys Racing Syndicate Karl Thornton, Ireland T
Br B or Br g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Blackberry Lass (IRE)
O Mr Paul Drinkwater
Robert Dunne J
Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
B Clare A. Kehoe Solstice S
TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed ability amidst clear greenness when third of 8 in bumper at Plumpton (17.8f) on debut 129 days ago, finishing with running left. Sure to have derived plenty from that TFRHHHHI BHA-
GETAWAY FRANKIE
(IRE)(73)03
5 10-11
Br B m Getaway (GER) - Dear Frankie (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O Mr Graeme Vipond Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Gareth Adair
Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to meet market expectations on debut at Hexham in May but did show a bit more
months later when third of 9 at Market Rasen, staying on. TFR
BLACKWATER LILLY
(GB)(54)42 4 10-9
Br B f Casamento (IRE) - Cuckoo’s Calling Patrick Wadge (3) J
O Richard & Katherine Gilbert
Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Straightline Bloodstock Straightline (NE) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSomeencouragementatMarketRasenondebutinJulyandimprovedwhenrunner-upatUttoxeter(good) 19 days later, with the winner successful over hurdles next time. That is the best form on offer
GHIDORA (GB)(32) 3 4 10-9
Br B f Dragon Dancer - Floradorado
Brian Hughes J
O Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B T. C. Dawson
TIMEFORM VIEW Dragon Dancer filly Half-sister to modest chaser Boys of Wexford, stays 3m. Appeals as the type who will need time and distance and she kept on gradually when third starting out at Perth. TFRHHHII BHA-
BLACKWATER LILLY will stay quite a bit further than this once sent over obstacles but she found only a subsequent hurdles winner too strong at Uttoxeter last time and that’s comfortably the best form on offer. Milverton is a huge threat, particularly if ridden more economically than was the case at Perth, with Tackletommywoowoo also considered.
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 4.30 - THE BORDERS CARERS CENTRE 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 one hurdle race. Enter by noon, September 12th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb THE KELSO EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £40. - Closed September 12th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 5.05 - THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372. for three yrs old and upwards. £125 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 16th. Penalties, after September 7th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 6lb This race has been generously sponsored by WEATHERBYS LTD who will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 15 entries, 7 at £25 and 8 at £125. - Closed September 12th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 5.35 - THE RBC BREWIN DOLPHIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 16th. Penalties, after September 7th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb RBC BREWIN DOLPHIN have generously supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 23rd March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifier 17 entries at £50. - Closed September 12th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 6.05 - THE ABBEY FINE WINES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 12th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 16th. Penalties, after September 7th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Abbey Fine Wines have generously supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 21st March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Sea Pigeon Series qualifier 22 entries at £35. - Closed September 12th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 6.35 - THE BELHAVEN BREWERY 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 16th. Penalties, after September 7th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Belhaven Brewery will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries at £75. - Closed September 12th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 7.05 - THE racingtv.com/freetrial 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, September 12th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 2lb; 5-y-o 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. RACING TV have generously supported this race and the KELSO EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries at £25. - Closed September 12th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
SEE PAGE 28 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
