Kelso Racecard - Sunday 7th December

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2022 - 2023

Scottish Borders National Day

Sunday 7th December 2025

Official Programme & Form Guide £3.00

Turnstiles / Raceday Office

Viewing Boxes

Younger Stand

Hamilton Room

Hamilton II

Rosies’ Carvery

Owners Marquee

Chicken Hutch Bar

Annual Members Bar

Parade Ring

Winners Enclosure

Kelsae Yorkie Bar

Grandstand Bar

Weighing Room

Dukes & Duchess Suite

Bookmakers

Betting Shop

Belhaven Bar

Tweedie Grandstand & Bar

Wheelchair Viewing

Platforms

Final Furlong Marquee

Track2Track

Drop Off & Pick Up Point

Welcome to Kelso Racecourse for Bruce Farms Scottish Borders National Day.

Today’s competitive seven-race programme has grown significantly in recent years, both in terms of quality and value and the day now offers £225,000 in prize money.

Four of the seven races will be broadcast live by ITV Racing and we are delighted to have attracted a really strong entry, including Nells Son, Matata, Tommy’s Oscar and Traprain Law - the first four horses home in last year’s inaugural running of the £75,000 Richard Landale Handicap Steeplechase.

We’d like to thank the connections of all today’s runners, in all seven races (including the racehorse owners, trainers, stable staff and jockeys) for choosing to declare your horses at Kelso; we couldn’t put on such a great show without your support.

Bruce Farms have been staunch supporters of racing at Kelso for many years and we are grateful to them for sponsoring the Scottish Borders National, as well as to Paxtons, Belhaven Brewery, the European Breeders Fund, Racing TV and Humes Outfitters for their generous support of today’s programme.

While we’re used to chilly weather in December, we appreciate the fortitude of all racegoers who turn out to support jump racing in such conditions Thank you for visiting us We hope that you enjoy the afternoon and wish you the best for the festive season to come.

THE DIRECTORS

Mark Hunter
Jonathan Garratt
Jane Millar
Robert Miller-Bakewell
Tocky McKie
Colin Dempster
Robert Hunter
Simon Landale

Sunday 7th December 2025

Stewards

ADRIAN SMITH (Chief Steward)

PETER FORSTER (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

ALAN DEMPSEY, LYNDSAY GLYNN, SARAH RUSSELL

Starters STUART TURNER JASON CALLAGHAN

Judge KATIE DOWSON

Clerk of the Scales MICHAEL HAMILTON

Veterinary Officer TIM DAVIES

Commentator GARETH TOPHAM

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., MICHAEL MORRISON, B.VM.&S, M.R.C.V.S., EUAN HAMMERSLEY, BSC, B.VM &S, CERT, AVP, M.R.C.V.S.

Betting Ring Manager DARREN IRVING

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers TRACEY HAMILTON, LINDA PORTER, JIM BONAR

Patron

Directors

MR GF ADAM

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 JAMES ARMSTRONG

Safeguarding Officers

MR J ARMSTRONG, MR J GARRATT

THE TEAM

James Armstrong Clerk Of The Course
Trish Spours Assistant Manager
Steph Brown Finance Manager
Joanna McNulty Office Administrator
Sherri Hough-Kiberd Marketing & Social Media Coordinator
Steve Horlick Event Safety Officer
Gillian Meikle Caretaker
Connor Armstrong Head Groundsman

HOW TO READ

horse’s saddlecloth number

colour graphic

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

No of days since last ran

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

horse’s name form sire dam

9 BIG RIVER (IRE)(49)PB15-30

Br B g Milan - Call Kate (IRE)

age weight st-lbs

11 11-1

Derek Fox J O Two Black Labs

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B J.R. Curran Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

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

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

guide

Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

How to Bet

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

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

• ‘To win’ is for your horse to come 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

TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM

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Race 1 12.10 2m 4f 145y

1 Walden (FR) 11-13

2 Ilitch (FR) 11-11

3 Guchen (FR) 11-11

4 Bitsnbuckles (IRE) 11-7

5 The Secret Pearl (IRE) 11-6

6 Datsalrightcharlie (IRE) 11-6

7 Tigga Time (IRE) 11-6

8 Dearkeithandkaty (FR) 11-4

9 Youdecide (IRE) 11-2

10 Mistral Blue (GB) 11-2

Race 2 12.42 2m 4f 145y

1 Bel Ombre (IRE) 11-4

2 Coastal Command (GB) 11-4

3 Draco Malfoy (IRE) 11-4

4 Golly Gosh (IRE) 11-4

5 Luwdvig (FR) 11-4

6 Maccarellu (FR) 11-4

7 Monsun Climate (IRE) 11-4

8 The Hawkstonian (IRE) 11-4

9 Tom Desjy (FR) 11-4

10 Everlasting Pearl (IRE) 10-11

11 Lisnamurrican (IRE) 10-11

12 One Cool Mix (IRE) 10-11

HUNTINGDON

Race 3 1.15 1m 7f 171y

1 Bust A Move (FR) 12-0

2 Bluegrass (IRE) 11-13

3 Don’t Mind If I Do (IRE) 11-11

4 Clap of Thunder (IRE) 11-9

5 Benvoy (IRE) 11-7

6 We’re Red And Blue (GB) 11-7

7 Time Interval (GB) 11-3

8 Haas Boy (FR) 11-1

9 Callin Baton Rouge (IRE) 10-8

10 Graecia (IRE) 10-2

Race 4 1.45 2m 7f 129y

1 De Kingpin (IRE) 12-1

2 Fern Hill (IRE) 12-0

3 Isle of Gold (IRE) 11-9

4 Jongleur d’Etoiles (FR) 11-8

5 Trapista (FR) 10-12

6 Zacony Rebel (IRE) 10-10

Race 5 2.23 1m 7f 171y

1 Ambiente Friendly (IRE) 11-2

Bamber (IRE) 11-2

Bobajob (IRE) 11-2 4 For Old Times Sake (IRE) 11-2

Glenmuick (GB) 11-2

Saachi (IRE) 11-2 7 Sense of Reason (GB) 11-2

8 Trapper John (GB) 11-2

9 Wondering Why (IRE) 11-2 10 Eastern Shores (GB) 10-9 11 Ever Ready (GB) 10-9

Race 6 3.00 2m 3f 189y

1 Djelo (FR) 11-10

2 Hitman (FR) 11-10

3 Saint Sam (FR) 11-10

4 Boombawn (IRE) 11-7

5 Edwardstone (GB) 11-4

Race 7 3.30 1m 7f 171y

1 Aj’s Diamond (IRE) 11-2

2 Babs (GB) 11-2

3 Bunny Bee (IRE) 11-2

4 Closutton (IRE) 11-2

5 Dotties Promise (GB) 11-2

6 Gidge (GB) 11-2

7 Great Dance (FR) 11-2

8 Katios Queen (IRE) 11-2

9 Kaydence (GB) 11-2

10 Ladies Day (IRE) 11-2

11 Lune Brillante (IRE) 11-2

12 One Dimensional (GB) 11-2

13 Ti’mamzel (FR) 11-2

14 Wonderful Everyday (IRE) 11-2

THE RACING TV ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6885, 2nd £3444, 3rd £1721, 4th £861. (Penalty Value £8985.90)

Race Stats

Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (30 wins from 189 runners, 16%) runs SANILAM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 65 runners, 14%) runs GREAT FLEET Fancy That: A M Thomson won this race in 2022 and 2024. The stable runs SANILAM today.

Longest Traveller: CAMBERWELL trained by J McConnell, Ireland

1

BELVEDERE

BHOY (IRE)

(30) 6 BF

4 11-2

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - The Way It Works (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Mr Liam Kelly Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Mr L. Kelly Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixthof11inbumperatHexham(goodtosoft)lastmonthbutthefacthewentoffthe2/1favouritesuggestsalotbetterwasanticipated. Wastesnotimeswitchingtohurdles It’llbeinterestingtoseewhetherhisbackersarepreparedtogivehimanotherchance. TFRHHHII BHA2

BOHEMOND ANTIOCH (GB)(25)

2443-2

4 11-2

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Bybrook Theo Gillard J

O Mr T. G. Leslie Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B The Bybrook Partnership Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Justmodestforminbumpersbutrananencouragingsecondraceoverhurdleswhenrunner-upinBangornovice(2m,heavy) 25daysago,keepingonwellconsideringherefusedtosettle.Opentoimprovement

CAMBERWELL (IRE)

(230)5/10-

Br B g Mahler - Castlekelly Girl (IRE)

O Stone Family/McNeill Family

B Mr John O’Neill

5 11-2

Alex Harvey (3) J

John McConnell, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWUnplacedinpointbutwononCarlislebumperdebutayearago WellbeateninastrongerraceatFairyhouseinthespring butretainspotentialnowhurdlingforanIrishyardwithaveryhealthy43%strike-rateatKelso TFRHHHHI BHA-

GREAT FLEET (IRE)

(23)210-326

5 11-2

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Rosa Fleet (IRE) Tristan Durrell (3) J

O Craig & Laura Buckingham Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B James Hennelly Manor Farm Bloodstock S TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who shaped encouragingly when placed on first 2 hurdle starts (third over 21f here first occasion). Well held in 21f CheltenhamGrade2novicelasttimebutthismucheasier Tonguetiedfirsttime.Hardtobeatifcopingwiththedropintrip TFRHHHHH BHA126

IVAN’S LEGACY (GB)(30)4-44

4 11-2

Br B g Flag of Honour (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (5) J

O Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B L P Richards & Susan Corbett Simpsons Malt Ltd, J E Douglas & Sons S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best when fourth on all 3 bumper starts Hurdle debut TFRHHIII BHA-

KING HORSE

(FR)(9)P6-460

5 11-2

Br Gr g Tunis (POL) - Urielle Collonges (FR) Ryan Mania J

O The Chatton Partnership Paul Robson, Alnwick T

B E.A.R.L. Patrick Jobert et al PRCT Bloodstocks Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show a great deal in maiden points and down the field in a pair of maiden

for handicaps

PLANE SAILING (IRE)(237)

0-

5 11-2

Br B or Br g Jet Away - Pennywise (IRE) Callum Bewley J

O Mrs Janet Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B Mr Jonathan Deacon LIP Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Backed into 11/4 but folded quickly on Hexham bumper debut in April. Switches to hurdles back from 7 months off

SANILAM

(IRE)(43)15-6 D

5 11-2

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Terre Haute (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Mr J Fyffe and Mrs W Duffus Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Denis Duggan JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Border Embroidery S

TIMEFORM VIEW AyrbumperwinnerforClaireO’ConnellinMarch.Shapedwellforhisnewyardwhenfifthof13insimilarcompanyatPerthfollowingmonthbutfoundlittlewhen well-heldsixthonC&Dhurdledebut/return6weeksago Hadwindsurgerysince.Shouldbecapableofbetterjudgedonthebumperability. TFRHHHII BHA-

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

9 SUSPECTED (IRE)(35)1P D

5 11-2

Br B or Br g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Identity Parade (IRE) Bruce Lynn J

O Bowen & Morris

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Parkville Stud Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Uttoxeter bumper for Tom Symonds in May which makes last month’s Carlisle hurdle debut was modest. Can only watch after that TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: DEDICATED HERO (IRE) 5 11 4 Ryan Mania 7-4 (Sandy Thomson) 12 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 8. Stewards Note: BOHEMOND ANTIOCH: Following its run on 12/11/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

GREAT FLEET: Following its run on 14/11/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Great Fleet (IRE), 11-4 Bohemond Antioch (GB), 5-1 Camberwell (IRE), 10-1 Sanilam (IRE), 12-1 Belvedere Bhoy (IRE), 40-1 Plane Sailing (IRE), 50-1 Ivan’s Legacy (GB), 80-1 Suspected (IRE), 300-1 King Horse (FR)

GREAT FLEET sets a decent standard on his Cheltenham novice second in October and is taken to cope with the drop in trip John McConnell’s excellent Kelso record suggests his bumper winner Camberwell could provide a bigger threat than last month’s Bangor novice hurdle runner-up Bohemond Antioch.

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SECOND

THE BELHAVEN BLACK CLASSIC HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)

Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (30 wins from 189 runners, 16%) runs REMEMBERTHENAME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 65 runners, 14%) runs DISCO DAVIS Longest Traveller: DISCO DAVIS trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 285 miles

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

1

MALICASH (IRE)(25) 54112-2 C 6 12-0

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Beanri Mhaith (IRE)

O Mr J. Fyffe

2

3

4

Brian Hughes J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Mrs Margaret Comerford JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Wonmaiden/novicehurdlesinthespring,latterlyover21fhere.Remotesecondon19.5fBangorhandicapdebut/reappearance butcouldbesharperfortheoutingandthisisadropingrade.PlayerunderBrianHughes

GAILLIMH

A STOR (IRE)(29) 22P0P-0 9 11-12

Br B g Presenting - Gaillimh A Chroi (IRE)

Bruce Lynn J

O Turcan Black Elles & Mclntosh N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Tony Harrington Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 13 runs since his last win in 2022 and he’ll need to leave last month’s course reappearance well behind to play a prominent role.

AUTHORIZED

MISSION

(GB) (29) 20150-1 C 5 11-10

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Micro Mission (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O D&D Armstrong Ltd Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B D & D Armstrong Ltd Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition), North Sea Logistics S TIMEFORM VIEW Muchimprovedwhenboltingupina21fcoursehandicaponhisreturnfornewyard4weeksago Thehandicapper hasn’tmissedhimwitha14lbrisebuttherecouldbemoretocomeforthisstable. TFRHHHHH BHA114

DISCO DAVIS

(FR)(25) 5126-4P

6 11-10

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Clarinet Davis (FR) Tristan Durrell (3) J

O Mr Andrew L. Cohen Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B C Quellier, A Quellier & S Quellier Wood Hall Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemedtorelishareturntofront-runningwhengettingoffthemarkin2mLingfieldmaiden(soft)inJanuary.Shapedencouraginglywhenfourth inUttoxeterhandicaponreappearancebutpulleduponverydeepgroundatBangorsince.Hasatonguetieaddedonthebackofthat TFRHHHII BHA114

FOX’S FANCY (IRE)

(25) 1/423-F4

Br B m Kayf Tara - Nonnetia (FR)

O The Nostalgics

B Mr J. P. Dwan

7 11-8

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWonamares’maidenhurdleatPerthinspring2024beforeshapingupwellall3startsindefeatinhandicapslastseason.Badlyletdownbyjumping atHexhamonchasebow/returnandherjumpingalsolackedconvictionwhenbelow-formfourthbackhurdlingatAyrsince. TFRHHIII BHA112

GLEN ROAD (IRE)(22)

6161-31 D

Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE)

O Mrs S. Smith

6 11-8

Peter Kavanagh J

Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T

B Jill Kinsella Tuffa Footwear Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3 wins in his last 5 starts when proving too strong for 8 rivals at Wetherby (21f, soft) 3 weeks ago Raised 6lb but the second boosted the form when successful at Leicester on Thursday Much respected. TFRHHHHI BHA112

COCONUT SPLASH (IRE)(25)

3432/P-6

10 11-7

Br Ch g Stowaway - Presenting Chaos (IRE) Mr Kit Alexander (5) J

O Alexander Family N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Kieran Lennon Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his best but hard to win with. Shaped as if needing last month’s return from an absence at Ayr (hurdle) and this should reveal more. TFRHHIII

FOLLOW

CHARLIE

(IRE)

(25) 32-1061 6 11-6

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lucyintheskywith (IRE) Ben Smith (7) J

O Riverside Racing R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Mr Oliver Broderick Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW GainedrewardforaseriesofgoodeffortswhenscoringatPerthinMay

REMEMBERTHENAME (IRE)(43)P-66323 5 11-0

Br Br g Axxos (GER) - Daybreaker (IRE)

Craig Nichol J

O Mr William George Carrington Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B John Long Border Embroidery S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice in Irish maiden hurdles before making a sound start to his handicap career for new stable when third of 8 over C&D (good to soft) 6 weeks ago May do better TFRHHHII BHA104

NIGHTS IN VENICE (GB)

(36)3/P333-0 9 10-3

Br Ch g Midnight Legend - Well Disguised (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J

O Legends In Disguise Donald Whillans, Hawick T

B Al Duncan

TIMEFORM VIEW HasonlyanAyrhandicapchasesuccessinFebruary2024toshowfromhis23starts WellheldonAyrreappearancelastmonth andremainstobeseenwhetherareturntohurdlesforthefirsttimein2yearshelpstosparkarevival. TFRHHIII BHA93

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: YOUNG JACK (IRE) 6 12 0 Danny McMenamin 5-2 (Chris Grant) 10 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 8.

Stewards Note:

DISCO DAVIS: Following its run on 12/11/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Authorized Mission (GB), 11-2 Glen Road (IRE), 7-1 Malicash (IRE), Disco Davis (FR), 15-2 Follow Charlie (IRE), 8-1 Fox’s Fancy (IRE), 18-1 Coconut Splash (IRE), 20-1 Rememberthename (IRE), 22-1 Nights In Venice (GB), 40-1 Gaillimh A Stor (IRE)

AUTHORIZED MISSION won with a lot of authority on his course stable debut last month and is worth a chance to show he can cope with a higher mark Glen Road’s Wetherby win received a boost when the runner-up went in at Leicester the other day and he’s second choice ahead of Malicash.

NO SMOKING

PHOTOGRAPHY

British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British prize-money in 2025, bringing our total investment to £40million since we were founded in 1983

THE EBF MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £17000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7094, 2nd £3548, 3rd £1773, 4th £887. (Penalty Value £9258.20)

Leading course trainer (20-25): N Alexander (27 wins from 248 runners, 11%) runs BENNYS JENNY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (3 wins from 30 runners, 10%) runs BIGLESISBACK

Longest Traveller: ZHANMA ENKI trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland

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

1

LA ZOUBIDA (FR)

(24) 210-1

Br B m Authorized (IRE) - Titi Jolie (FR)

2

5 11-7

Sean Quinlan J

O Fine Claret Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW GotoffthemarkinaMarketRasenbumperbackinFebruarypriortofindingGrade2companytoomuchatAintree.Justifiedsupportuppedintripwhen makingawinninghurdlesdebutatSedgefield(19.8f,soft)lastmonth,jumpedwell.Carriesapenaltyforthatsuccessbutlookssuretoprogress TFRHHHHI BHA-

BENNYS JENNY (IRE)(320)

P/3P1/00-

Br B or Br m Lauro (GER) - Grange Oscar (IRE)

6 11-0

Bruce Lynn J

O Mr Richard & Mrs Lisa Mcculloch N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Edwin Carlisle

3

4

Dem-Master Demolition Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW EasypointwinnerinIrelandfromsuccessfuljumpsfamily £37,000buybutfinishedwellheldonbothstartsunderRules,latterlyonhurdlesdebut atAyrinJanuaryonfinalstartforStuartColtherd.Uppedmarkedlyintripbutmaybealonger-termprojectfornewyard TFRHHIII BHA-

BIGLESISBACK (GB)

(30)032 BF

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Asturienne

5 11-0

Derek Fox J

O Mr K. Alexander Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Mr Kenneth Alexander Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW WalkInTheParkfillyisgoingtherightway,solidformwhenthirdover21/2matPerthandimproveddroppedbackintripwhen runner-upina2mHexhamnovicelasttime,pullingclearofrest Likelytoimproveagainsteppingbackupindistance. TFRHHHHI BHA104

CARRIG KATE (IRE)

(260) 4/22233-

Br B m Westerner - Carrig Millie (IRE)

7 11-0

Craig Nichol J

O Mr G C Myddelton & Mr V E C Taylor Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Maurice Sheehy Dodson & Horrell Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pointwinnerwhowasplacedall5startsoverhurdleslastterm,including3mListedraceatDoncaster Bestforgivenodds-ondefeatwhen lastseeninMarch,nevertravelling(saidtobeinseason).Setsthestandardifbackonsonginfirst-timecheekpieces TFRHHHHH BHA114

MY MY MY DELILAH

(GB)(27) 422-65 5 11-0

Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Dilys Thomas (IRE)

Brian Hughes J

O Tor Side Racing Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B James and Jean Potter Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 3 starts in bumpers last season and showed a bit more on hurdling debut at Carlisle (17f) lastmonth,outpaced3outandstayedon.Longertripwillsuitbutmaybebetteroffinhandicaps TFRHHIII BHA-

TIGGERELLI

(GB)(19)066-6

Br B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Red Con One (IRE)

5 11-0

Ryan Mania J

O L & L Racing Paul Robson, Alnwick T

B Flint Hall Bloodstock PRCT Bloodstocks Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in a trio of bumpers for Sandy Thomson last term and fared no better on hurdle/ stable debut at Kelso (100/1) 19 days ago Upped in trip but difficult to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA-

ZHANMA ENKI (FR)

(21)

Br Ch f Zarak (FR) - Cadiane (FR)

30

4 11-0

Sean Bowen J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Haras Enki The Sporting Life S

TIMEFORM VIEW €100,0003-y-o.Well-bredfillywassentofffavouritewhenwellheldthirdina5-runnerbumperatPerthondebutandlikelyneeded therunonreappearance/hurdlingbowatNavanlastmonth.Longertripwillsuitandshe’slikelytodobetteratsomestage. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: SUNSET HILL (IRE) 5 11 0 Nathan Moscrop 11-2 (Susan Corbett) 8 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4.

Stewards Note:

CARRIG KATE: Following its run on 22/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to be in season.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Biglesisback (GB), Carrig Kate (IRE), 3-1 La Zoubida (FR), 10-1 Zhanma Enki (FR), 20-1 My My My Delilah (GB), 66-1 Bennys Jenny (IRE), 150-1 Tiggerelli (GB)

Her most recent hurdles run somewhat tempers enthusiasm but CARRIG KATE sets the standard on what she’s achieved so far (third in a mares ’ Listed race last season) and may be able to get off the mark under Rules in first-time cheekpieces Biglesisback is progressing nicely and looks the main danger stepping back up in trip, while La Zoubida carries a penalty for her Sedgefield success but should still have more to offer.

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6 May Sunday 24 May

FOURTH RACE | 1.30 2m 7f 96y

THEPAXTONSFORKVERNELANDPARTSANDGENUINESPARESNOVICES’ LIMITEDHANDICAPSTEEPLECHASE(CLASS3)(RegisteredastheParisPikeNovices’Chase)(GBBRACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £12117, 2nd £6057, 3rd £3030, 4th £1515, 5th £756. (Penalty Value £15843) Weights raised 14lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (30 wins from 189 runners, 16%) runs I AM MAX

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs SKUNA BAY

Longest Traveller: AL KALILA trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland

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

KING OF ANSWERS (IRE)(57)

614P2-5 6 11-10

Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Queen of Questions (IRE) Derek Fox J

O The Kings Counsel Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Denis Hoban Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler in the mud. Probably needed the run after 6 months off when 5 lengths last of 5 in 2 1/2m course novice handicap on chase debut 57 days ago Open to progress TFRHHHHI BHA127

2 AL KALILA (IRE)(29) 23/014-2 BF

6 11-7

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Molly’s Affair (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Mr Thomas Stanley The Sporting Life S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who made a very eye-catching chase debut when second over C&D on return last month. More to come and looks the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA124

I AM MAX (IRE)(35)2234-10

7 11-4

Br Ch g Vendangeur (IRE) - Betty Scott Craig Nichol J

O Mr M. Scott Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Crossogue Stud & M. Scott Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery S

TIMEFORM VIEW Endedlastseasoninverygoodnickoverhurdlesandfoundimmediateimprovementwhenmakingwinningchasedebut inHexhamonreturn.PerformedmodestlyatCarlislenexttimebutworthanotherchance. TFRHHHII BHA121

SKUNA BAY

(IRE)(25)32/342-1 D

6 11-3

Br B g Mahler - Miss Island (IRE) Theo Gillard J

O Mr P. Scott Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Jim O’Flynn Tote, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points and progressive over hurdles, making a winning return in novice at Bangor last month, making all and impressing with his jumping once again. Interesting chase/handicap debutant

YOUNG JACK

(IRE)(281) 510P30- CD 7 11-1

Br B g Champs Elysees - Cherish The Pear (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Chris Grant, Billingham T

B Mr K. McCoy

HHHHI BHA120

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record over hurdles last season but did win twice. A point background provides hope that he’ll take to fences back from 9 months off so not taken lightly if ready to go TFRHHHII BHA118 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: WHISTLE STOP TOUR (IRE) 6 11 2 Derek Fox 15-8 (Lucinda Russell) 6 ran

Stewards Note:

I AM MAX: Following its run on 2/11/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Al Kalila (IRE), 10-3 King of Answers (IRE), 4-1 Skuna Bay (IRE), 11-2 I Am Max (IRE), 10-1 Young Jack (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

AL KALILA couldn’t have shaped much better sent chasing when second over C&D on return and is fancied to go one better Progressive hurdler Skuna Bay has the profile to make a better chaser so is feared most.

FIFTH

THE BRUCE FARMS SCOTTISH BORDERS NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000

RACE | 2.00 4m 90y

Owners Prize Money. 1st £20195, 2nd £10095, 3rd £5050, 4th £2525, 5th £1260. (Penalty Value £26405)

Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (30 wins from 189 runners, 16%) runs GROZNI Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 65 runners, 14%) runs DIAMOND DEALER

Fancy That: A M Thomson won this race in 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2022. The stable runs GROZNI today. Longest Traveller: BODHISATTVA trained by J McConnell, Ireland

Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

1

2

3

CADELL (IRE)(29) 5P14-P1 C

Br B g Mahler - Prettyasapicture

7 12-0

Jack Power (5) J

O Kelso Lowflyers & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Mrs Gabrielle Whitty Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course regular who looked better than ever fitted with this headgear when making all here (23.4f) 4 weeks ago Did blow hot and cold as a novice, however, so needs to back that up TFRHHHII BHA137

GROZNI (FR)(29) 1564-56

9 11-0

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Urane de Ferbet (FR) Brian Hughes J

O J Fyffe & S Townshend Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Mr Ivan Dumont JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Border Embroidery S

TIMEFORM VIEW SolideffortsoverfenceslastseasonwhensixthinKimMuiratCheltenhamandfourthinScottishNationalonfinalouting.Probablyneeded comebackrunfornewyardbeforeemphasisonspeednousetohimhere(23.4)4weeksago Tonguestrapon. TFRHHHII BHA123

BODHISATTVA (IRE)(226) 22U06P-

8 10-12

Br Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Honey Blond (IRE) Alex Harvey (3) J

O The 119 Partnership John McConnell, Ireland T

B P. & J. Mills

TIMEFORM VIEW OnalosingrunbutpostedagoodsecondintheEdinburghNationalatMusselburgh(31.4f,goodtosoft)inFebruary.Besteffortsincewhen sixthof15intheUlsterNationalatDownpatrickinMarchbutothersmakemoreappealfromawinpointofviewonreturn. TFRHHHII BHA121

FAIRLAWN FLYER (GB)(49)11-1123 9 10-11

Br B g Dr Massini (IRE) - She’s Our Native (IRE) Shane Fenelon (5) J

O Mr Ross Williams Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T

B Miss E. Nicholas & R. Williams Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5 in a row between March and June before good second at Cartmel in July but handicapper seems to have caught up with him now. TFRHHHII BHA120

PRESIDENT SCOTTIE

(IRE)(25) 2333P-4 BF 7 10-10

Br B g Milan - Kinard True (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Hargrove, Parker & Rafferty Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Michael & Linda O’Sullivan Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdlerwinnerbutyetscoreoverfencesandwas113/4lengthsfourthof10toDeLegislator at Ayr on return. Headgear on. TFRHHHII BHA119

DE LEGISLATOR

(IRE)(25) 115//51-1 C 8 10-9

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Reynard’s Glen (IRE)

Derek Fox J

O J Sword, Russell & Bristol Boys Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Gareth Metcalfe Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who enhanced his excellent strike rate under Rules when making a winning return at Ayr last month. Open to further improvement with step up in trip likely to suit TFRHHHHH BHA118

DIAMOND DEALER (IRE)

(16) 5626-11 C 6 10-8

Br Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Endless Wave Tristan Durrell (3) J

O Mr K. McKenna Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Maurice Smiddy Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over 2 1/2m over hurdles for B. F. Brookhouse and made it 2 from 2 over fences for new yard when easily makingallatChepstow16daysago Moretocomeandbigshoutifseeingoutthismuchlongertrip TFRHHHHI BHA117

GOLD CLERMONT

(FR)(22) 4PP35-2 9 10-2

Br B m Balko (FR) - Une Dame d’Or (FR) Sean Bowen J

O Doyoufollow Partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Betano S

TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit last season but more encouraging signs with cheekpieces added on last 2 starts and shaped encouraginglywhensecondof4atUttoxeteronreturn/yarddebut3weeksago Claimsifbuildingonthat TFRHHHHI BHA110

Br

NEO KING (FR)

(21) 6032-22

Br B g Coastal Path - Douce Irlandaise (FR)

O Stoneacre Racing

7 10-2

Ellis Collier (5) J

Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Mr Joel Denis & Mrs Anne Dupont Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner Still a maiden under Rules but was a good second at Exeter in February and better for return when close second at Fontwell. Out-and-out stayer who should be thereabouts TFRHHHII BHA110

CATCH CATCHFIRE (GB)(18)

Br B g Dartmouth - Becky B

O Mr S. J. Cox

0141F-3 6 10-2

Charlie Maggs (5) J

Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Shade Oak Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW BaggedstayinghandicapchasesinthemudatLeicesterandSedgefieldlastwinterandwouldhavemadeawinningreturnhadhisbidforglorybeen delayedalittlelongerbackoverhurdlesatWarwick18daysago 4lboutofweightsbackoverfencesbuthe’snottakenlightlyallthesame. TFRHHHII BHA107

BREEZE OF WIND (IRE)(25)

44514-5 D 8 10-2

Br Gr g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mite Be Cloudy (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Graeme Howard & S Coltherd Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B Mrs Mary Mangan

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a fifth chase win when narrow winner at Ayr (heavy) in February. Looked rusty on return and up against from 6lb out of the handicap here. TFRHHIII

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2024: BRETNEY (IRE) 9 11 5 Sam Twiston-Davies 12-1 (Henry Daly) 11 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 11. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 6, 8, 10.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 De Legislator (IRE), 11-2 Diamond Dealer (IRE), Gold Clermont (FR), 10-1 Cadell (IRE), Neo King (FR), Catch Catchfire (GB), 11-1 President Scottie (IRE), 16-1 Grozni (FR), Bodhisattva (IRE), 20-1 Fairlawn Flyer (GB), 28-1 Breeze of Wind (IRE)

DE LEGISLATOR continues to progress and should have even more to offer over this longer trip, so shades the vote over fellow-improver Diamond Dealer, who also taking a significant rise in distance. Guaranteed stayer Gold Clermont shaped well starting out for this yard at Uttoxeter on return and completes the shortlist.

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £29813, 2nd £14903, 3rd £7455, 4th £3728, 5th £1860, 6th £930. (Penalty Value £39022.50)

Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (30 wins from 189 runners, 16%) runs AEROS LUCK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 65 runners, 14%) runs UNEXPECTED PARTY Weightwatcher: TOMMY’S OSCAR won off a handicap mark of 152, his rating is now down 9lb to 143. Longest Traveller: THE OTHER MOZZIE trained by G Cromwell, Ireland

1

MATATA (IRE)

(23) 2133-03

2

7 12-0

Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Wattrey Sean Bowen J

O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B David Commins The Sporting Life S

TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrongsortbutdevelopedintoaverysmartchaserlastseason,winningabraceofhandicaps Hadarareoffdayonhisreappearance butmorelikeitwhensecond,albeitaremoteone,intheGrade2ShloerChase,heldwhenmakingbadmistakelast. TFRHHHII BHA156

UNEXPECTED PARTY (FR)(27)

4225-52

10 11-7

Br Gr g Martaline - Reform Act (USA) Harry Atkins (7) J

O O’Reilly MacLennan Tynan Carthy Shanahan Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr & Mrs Gilles Forien Ashford Stud of 5095 S

TIMEFORM VIEW WontheGrandAnnualatthe2024CheltenhamFestivalandfinesecondwhenbiddingforarepeatinthatraceduringthespring.Reappearance fifthbackatCheltenhamcaughtthestewards’attentionandhewasbackintopformwhensecondinagraduationchase4weeksago TFRHHHHI BHA149

3 SAINT SEGAL (FR)(30)

2331-12 D 7 11-6

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) Ciaran Gethings J

O Culverhill Racing Club V Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T

B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant et al Culverhill Farm Racing S

4

TIMEFORM VIEW MadeallatChepstowinAprilandpickedupwhereheleftoffwhendominating3rivalsatthatvenueinOctober Anotherexcellenteffort whensecondtoaprogressiveoneintheHaldonGoldCupamonthago Meritsseriousconsiderationfromsamemark TFRHHHII BHA148

THE OTHER MOZZIE (IRE)

(22) 6101-00 D 6 11-2

Br Br g Vadamos (FR) - Leo’s Spirit (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Mr J. Fyffe Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Christopher Maye JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-timechasewinner(atupto18f)whofaredbestofthoseheldupwhenseventhinGrade2novicehandicapattheFestivalinMarchandbetter thaneverwhenlandingScottyBrandChaseatAyrinApril.Didn’tquiteseeout20.2flatestandhe’sdownintrip Cheekpiecesbackon. TFRHHHII BHA144

10 11-2

Br B g Trans Island - Miss Nellie (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O David & Nicky Robinson Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Langdale Racing & Bloodstock Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific chase winner who is back on his last winning mark, which was gained in this race a year ago Recent hurdles spin will have blown away the cobwebs and he’s of major interest. TFRHHHHH BHA144

Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Glibin (IRE)

Ryan Mania J

O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T

B Mrs E. Kelly Hamilton S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failedtogethisheadinfrontlastseasonandhewasn’tabletolandameaningfulblowonhisrecentreappearanceoverC&D SimilarstoryatWetherbyandhe’sprobablyvulnerabletoyoungerlegs Firsttimecheekpiecesapplied. TFRHHHII BHA143

TRAPRAIN

LAW

(FR)

Br Gr g Martaline - Pina (FR)

(44) 430P-24 CD 7 10-2

Patrick Wadge J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Ra. Green Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, NSPCC S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hadagoodfirstseasonoverfencesin2023/24,winning2ofhis5starts Couldn’taddtohistallylasttermbuthasbeen cutplentyofslackbythehandicapperandhasshapedasthoughinreasonablenickthisautumn. TFRHHHII BHA130

HOMBRE DE GUERRA (IRE)(27)

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lindy Lou

10/211-4 7 10-2

Sean Quinlan J

O Mrs I. Hodge N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B A. H. B. Hodge Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW MaidenhurdlewinnerinMarch2024andmadeaseamlesstransitiontothisfenceslastseason,chasinghomesubsequentGrade1winnerCaldwellPotterpriorto baggingback-to-backAyrhandicaps Givenconsideraterideonreappearancefromtoughtermsandbetterexpectedbackinahandicap TFRHHHHI BHA128

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

9

AEROS LUCK (IRE)(43)15F605

6 10-2

Br B g My Dream Boat (IRE) - Sapere Aude (IRE) William Maggs (5) J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B M.G. Ronayne

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his chase account at Punchestown (16.2f) in June. Ended time for Gavin Cromwell in modest fashion and didn’tfareanybetteronstabledebutoverC&DinOctober Hashadwindsurgery. TFRHHIII BHA126 10

ST FAZ (FR)(21) 125650 D

5 10-2

Br B g Taareef (USA) - Pink Anemone J

O Mr Aidan J. Ryan

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER

NON-RUNNER

Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A. Haras De Gratte Panche et al Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: NELLS SON 9 11 2 Danny McMenamin 6-1 (Nicky Richards) 7 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 7, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 9.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Unexpected Party (FR), 6-1 Saint Segal (FR), 13-2 Matata (IRE), 7-1 Nells Son (GB), 8-1 Hombre de Guerra (IRE), 17-2 Traprain Law (FR), 9-1 The Other Mozzie (IRE), 11-1 Tommy’s Oscar (IRE), 20-1 Aeros Luck (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

NELLS SON won this race from an identical mark a year ago and with a hurdles outing likely to have served its purpose, he has plenty in his favour Hombre de Guerra and Unexpected Party both shaped with promise in the same race at Carlisle and are potential threats

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HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562)

Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (30 wins from 189 runners, 16%) runs ADMIRALTY HOUSE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs STATIC Longest Traveller: GIBBS ISLAND trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 314 miles

1

GIBBS ISLAND (GB)(21)

Br Ch g Iffraaj - Dream Book

2

3

4

6

11P0-10 D

4 12-0

Stan Sheppard J

O RaceShare - Gibbs Island Tom Lacey, Woolhope T

B Smarden Thoroughbreds RaceShare S

TIMEFORM VIEW FairlyusefulFlatwinnershowedplentywhenwinningtheVictorLudorumatHaydocklastseason(formworkedoutwell)andgotbackontheupwhena clear-cutwinneronhandicapdebutonreappearanceatChepstow.WellheldinGreatwoodlastmonthbutshoulddobetterwithsightslowered. TFRHHHHI BHA138

SPECTACULARSUNRISE (GB) (41)

144-31 D 5 10-12

Br B g Passing Glance - Definitley Lovely Jamie Brace (5) J

O Geoffrey Bruce Ltd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Nigel Twiston-Davies Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Imposingsorthadsolidforminbumpersandhasmadeanimpressivestarttohishurdlingcareer,thirdbehindasubsequentwinneratPerth(16.2f)priortoa wide-marginsuccessina13-runnernoviceatBangor41daysago Looksagoodprospectandshouldbemoretocomenowsenthandicapping. TFRHHHHH BHA122

STATIC (FR)

(15) 5B00-F3

4 10-8

Br B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Electrostatique (FR) Brian Hughes J

O Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Mme Marie Merienne , Mr Julien Merienne JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful sort finished seventh in 2025 Fred Winter and shaped encouragingly on second start this season when third in an 8-runnerhandicapatHuntingdon(15.8f,soft)15daysago,leftwithtoomuchtodo Claimsifhecanbuildonthatrun. TFRHHHHI BHA118

ADMIRALTY HOUSE (GB)

(35) 2U302-0 D

6 10-5

Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Akrivi (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Chicken Hutch Racers Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B SCEA Marmion Vauville & Alain Jathiere Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairlyusefuljuvenilehurdlerfinishedrunner-upatFakenham(2m)onfinaloutingforAlanKing(leftyardfor£14,000).Typicallytookastronghold onstabledebut/reappearanceatCarlislelastmonthandwillneedtosettlewithhoodrefittedifhe’stobecompetitive. TFRHHIII BHA115

BEL AMIGO (FR)

(52) 111-632 BF

6 10-5

Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Belmiesque (FR) Bruce Lynn J

O The Dregs Of Humanity N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mr Jean - Charles Escale Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairlyusefulhurdler/chaserinFranceandenjoyedaproductivespringfornewyard,completingahat-trickinnovicehurdlesatCarlisle.Placedbothstarts thisseason,latterlywhenlosinghisunbeatenrecordatCarlisle.Clearlyingoodorderbutthisisastepupinclass TFRHHHII BHA115

HEART ABOVE (GB)(29)

r44121 C D

7 10-2

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cool Baranca (GER) Peter Kavanagh J

O Margaret Coppola & Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

B Emma Sayer Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Excellent record at this track, making it 2 wins from previous 3 starts here with a ready success over 2 1/2m last month, travelledwellandquickenedclear Dropsbackto2mbutshouldgiveanothergoodaccountinabetterrace. TFRHHHII BHA112

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: CRACKING RHAPSODY (IRE) 5 11 7 Craig Nichol 2-1 (Ewan Whillans) 9 ran Hood worn by No 3, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 5.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Spectacularsunrise (GB), 7-2 Gibbs Island (GB), 9-2 Heart Above (GB), 11-2 Static (FR), 9-1 Bel Amigo (FR), 20-1 Admiralty House (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

SPECTACULARSUNRISE is fancied to continue his progression on his first start in a handicap and is preferred to Static, who shaped encouragingly from a less-than-ideal position at Huntingdon last time. Class-dropper Gibbs Island merits consideration, along with course specialist Heart Above

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

THE HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £323,497 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.

OUR NEXT MEETING

Festive Fling Raceday

Monday 29th December

Blow away the Christmas cobwebs at the Festive Fling Raceday This fun festive raceday features a competitive programme and an after-party (dance to your favourite festive hits in the Belhaven Village Marquee after racing).

There is no additional charge for After Party tickets –although a raceday admission ticket must be shown for admission to the party

Kelso offers a single public enclosure so that all racegoers can get close to the horses in the Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure, as well as get a great view of the track.

Hospitality bookings must be made in advance and are subject to availability

Gates open: 10:30am | First Race: 12:19pm

Saturday 13th December - Ratcheugh Racing Club at Alnwick 2026

Saturday 3rd January - Morpeth West Percy at Alnwick

Sunday 18th January - Jedforest at Friars Haugh, Kelso

Sunday 25th January - Percy at Alnwick

Sunday 8th February - Berwickshire Races at Friars Haugh, Kelso

Saturday 21st February - College Valley & North Northumberland at Alnwick

Sunday 8th March - Buccleuch at Friars Haugh, Kelso

Saturday 21st March - Lanark & Renfrewshire and Eglinton at Overton

Saturday 28th March - Morpeth Races at Tranwell

Sunday 12th April - Overton Races at Overton

Saturday 25th April - Leuchars Races at Pusk

Saturday 16th May - Haydon at Hexham Racecourse

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 11.50 - THE RACING TV ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8985 to the winning horse The second to receive £4139, the third £2069 and the fourth £1036. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, December 1st and pay £82 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 5th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb RACING TV have generously supported this race and the Kelso Executive will present a memento to the winning owner, plus a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £82. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6885; Second £3444; Third £1721; Fourth £861. (Penalty Value £8985.90)

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Second Race 12.20 - THE BELHAVEN BLACK CLASSIC HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £82 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £66 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 5th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb This race has been generously sponsored by BELHAVEN BREWERY and they will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. 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 Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier 16 entries, 2 at £16 and 14 at £82. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)

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Third Race 12.55 - THE EBF MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9258 to the winning horse The second to receive £4265, the third £2131 and the fourth £1067. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, December 1st and pay £85 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 5th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb This race is generously supported by the European Breeders Fund. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the EBF Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four and a half furlongs at Newbury on Saturday, March 21st, 2026. 9 entries at £85. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7094; Second £3548; Third £1773; Fourth £887. (Penalty Value £9258.20)

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Fourth Race 1.30 - THE PAXTONS FOR KVERNELAND PARTS AND GENUINE SPARES NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Registered as the Paris Pike Novices’ Chase) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15843 to the winning horse The second to receive £7290, the third £3645, the fourth £1824 and the fifth £909. for novice four yrs old and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 5th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). The Racecourse Executive will present a memento to the winning owner and a £100 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned horse in this race. 12 entries, 6 at £30 and 6 at £150. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843) Weights raised 14lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Fifth Race 2.00 - THE BRUCE FARMS SCOTTISH BORDERS NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26405 to the winning horse The second to receive £12150, the third £6075, the fourth £3040 and the fifth £1515. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 5th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb This race has been generously sponsored by Bruce Farms who will present a memento to the winning owner and a £100 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive the SCOTTISH BORDERS NATIONAL PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP, to be held for one year only The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply 16 entries, 1 at £50 and 15 at £250. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £20195; Second £10095; Third £5050; Fourth £2525; Fifth £1260. (Penalty Value £26405)

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Sixth Race 2.37 - THE RICHARD LANDALE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £39022 to the winning horse The second to receive £17940, the third £8970, the fourth £4485, the fifth £2242 and the sixth £1117. for four yrs old and upwards. £350 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £70 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £280 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 5th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Racecourse Executive will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, the winning owner will receive the Richard Landale Memorial Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if 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 12 entries, 1 at £70 and 11 at £350. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £29813; Second £14903; Third £7455; Fourth £3728; Fifth £1860; Sixth £930. (Penalty Value £39022.50)

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Seventh Race 3.15 - THE HUMES OUTFITTERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 5th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb HUMES OUTFITTERS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £20 and 12 at £100. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562)

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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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