Kempton Park Racecard - Sunday 26th December

LADBROKES CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL LADBROKES KING GEORGE VI CHASE DAY SUNDAY 26 DECEMBER 2021 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME £5.00

WELCOME

A very warm welcome to the Ladbrokes Christmas Festival, the highlight of the Kempton Park calendar.

It is the third year that Ladbrokes sponsor this prestigious festival, and every year, the quality of racing never disappoints.

We have 12 top class races over two days to look forward to, with the the Ladbrokes King George VI Chase the pinnacle of the meeting.

The special Christmas atmosphere at Kempton Park ensures the festivities continue, allowing family and friends to come together and enjoy the tremendous racing.

Good luck if you are having a bet, but most importantly enjoy what promises to be a memorable day.

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LADBROKES CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL - DAY 2 Day two of the Festival is Ladbrokes Desert Orchid Chase Day. Named after the charismatic grey who made Kempton Park his own, the day is packed full of quality racing including the Mare’s Handicap Hurdle Race, the Wayward Lad Novices’ Steeple Chase and, of course, The Desert Orchid Chase.

Gates Open: 10.30am First Race: 12.45pm Last Race: 3.40pm

TODAYS RACING FIRST RACE 12.45pm

The Play Ladbrokes 5-A-Side On Football Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race) - 2m

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SECOND RACE 1.20pm

The Get Your Ladbrokes £1 Free Bet Today Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (GBB Race) - 2m 4½f

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THIRD RACE 1.55pm

The Ladbrokes Kauto Star Novices’ Chase (In Memory of Nigel Clark) (Grade 1) (GBB Race)- 3m

30-31

FOURTH RACE 2.30pm

The Ladbrokes Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) (GBB Race) - 2m

36-37

FIFTH RACE 3.05pm

The Ladbrokes King George VI Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race) - 3m

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SIXTH RACE 3.40pm

The Ladbrokes We Play Together Handicap Hurdle- 2m 5f

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GUIDE TO ENCLOSURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Grandstand The Clubhouse Annual Members Bar Weighing Room Racecourse Office The Nigel Clark Owners & Trainers Suite Festival Enclosure Stable Staff Hostel & Jockeys Hospital Stable Complex North Entrance South Entrance Panoramic Bar & Restaurant Entrance Food Court The Kings of Kempton Bars Sports Bar The Premier Bars Costa Coffee Festival Enclosure Bar

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Kauto Star Bar Desert Orchid Suite Royal Box Clubhouse Private Boxes 1-10, Wayward Lad & Lanzarote Suite Media Centre Winning Connections Parade Ring & Winners Enclosure Pre-parade Ring & Saddling Area Parade Ring Big Screen Desert Orchid Statue & Meeting Point Cashpoint Lifts Betting Ring Main Car Park First Aid Point Jockeys Medical Room Toilets

BETTING There are Tote and William Hill betting shop facilities around the racecourse.

DISABLED VIEWING Is provided on the Premier Steppings to the front of the Grandstand and Parade Ring Steppings.

TAXIS Goldspot - 01932 888 852 Dolphin - 01932 231 212 Chariots - 01932 750 750 (wheelchair friendly)

DISABLED FACILITIES All suites are accessible to the disabled customer.

DDA compliant toilets are available in all areas. Lifts are available at both ends of the Grandstand and in the main entrance of the Clubhouse.

The Racecourse Office & North Entrance are fitted with induction loops for the hard of hearing. Mobile induction loops can be made available at advance request.

NOT FOUND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR? Please ask a member of the Kempton Park staff for assistance.

TODAY'S

CATERING Grandstand Ground Floor

Premier Enclosure (First Floor)

The ground floor of the Grandstand has in total 6 bars offering a wide range of drinks which include a selection of draft products, spirits, champagne, prosecco, real ales and soft drinks. Food offering includes traditional fish & chips, pizza and Costa Coffee which also has a selection of grab and go items which include sandwiches, crisps and chocolate bars.

Premier Enclosure offers a range of hot and cold drinks including a selection of draft products, spirits, champagne, wines, prosecco, real ales and soft drinks, hot drinks from Costa. Also available from Street Food Concessions will be a selection of grab and go hot food offerings.

Festival Enclosure The Festival Enclosure has a wide variety of drink and food concessions which includes burgers, hot dogs, real ale and sweets for the younger race goer.

Paddock Enclosure Paddock Enclosure includes a variety of food & beverage offers which should have something for all ,to include curry, burgers, hog roast, winter pimm’s, coffee, various bars and festive roasted chestnuts.

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Br B g Nickname (FR) - Miss Country (FR) Bryony Frost J 12 12 12 O Mr P. J. Vogt 13 13 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T 13 14 Morson Group S B Mr Philippe Gasdoue 14 TIMEFORM VIEW Admirable sort who is arguably still getting better based on his wire-to-wire reappearance win in a handicap at Cheltenham. Has run below-par at Aintree since, though. Yard has stronger claims elsewhere.

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RACECARD

1. FORM

EXPERT VIEW

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.

Look out for Letters: C = Has won at this course D = Has won over this distance CD = Has won over this distance at this course BF = Was a beaten favourite

How the experts rate the horse’s chances: 2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.

3. Timeform view and TFR rating 4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM

5. JOCKEY

- = New racing season / = Missed racing season P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race F = Horse fell U = Rider unseated R = Horse refused to race CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse B = Horse was brought down S = Horse slipped r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race d = Disqualified Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.

OTHER USEFUL DETAILS 6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey 7. Saddlecloth number 8. Horse’s name 9. Days since the horse last run 10. Horse’s age 11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) 12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) 13. Horse’s owner 14. Horse’s breeder 15. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

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FIRST RACE 12.45

The Play Ladbrokes 5-A-Side On Football Novices’ Hurdle Race (GBB Race) (Class 2)

About Two Miles (2m)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total Race Value £20000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £7950; Second £3974; Third £1988; Fourth £994; Fifth £496; Sixth £248. (Penalty Value £10406) Age

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PASO DOBLE (IRE) (17)

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Br g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Baila Me (GER) Owner - Mr Graeme Brooks Trainer - Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat DARK BLUE, ROYAL BLUE stars, halved sleeves, WHITE cap.

3-1621 CD Breeder - Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner who quickly reached a similar standard over hurdles, making it 2 wins from 5 starts when landing odds at Taunton in first-time cheekpieces (retained) 17 days ago.

Respected.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 126

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BROOMFIELD BURG (IRE) (16)

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Somedaysomehow (IRE) Owner - Mr John P. McManus EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

10-1122 D BF

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Harry Cobden

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Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder - Mr Michael D. Hickey

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a good prospect when winning bumper and has improved on each outing since a successful start over hurdles, strong-travelling second in a Cheltenham handicap last time. Leading Nico de Boinville claims.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 134

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CORRIGEEN ROCK (IRE) (27)

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B g Westerner - Set In Her Ways (IRE) Owner - The Caledonian Racing Society Trainer - Lucinda Russell, Kinross DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, checked sleeves and cap.

1-16 D Breeder - J. J. Howlett

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made successful start over hurdles at Kelso in October. Disappointing when only sixth at Ayr since but it’s likely something was amiss (hung right) and he remains capable of better. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/11/2021 it was reported that the horse hung right handed late-on.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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BLACK POPPY (GB) (21)

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Derek Fox

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B g Kayf Tara - Poppy Come Running (IRE) Owner - West Coast Haulage Limited Trainer - Kerry Lee, Presteigne YELLOW, RED diamond, chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

1-F34 D Breeder - H. J. Fitzsimons & Smarden Thoroughbreds

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut in a Warwick bumper in March. Fair form when in the frame on both completed starts in novice hurdles this term. More will be needed here, though.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

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HIGHSTAKESPLAYER (IRE) (15)

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Brendan Powell

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B g Ocovango - Elivette (FR) Owner - Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Trainer - Tom Lacey, Woolhope MAUVE and DARK BLUE check, DARK BLUE sleeves, MAUVE armlets, hooped cap.

325-00 Breeder - Mr Brian Keenan Jnr

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and shaped as if better for the run on hurdling debut after 10 months off at Aintree in October. Disappointing next time, and firmly up against it in this company. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/12/2021 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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Stan Sheppard

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ROBELLI (IRE) (39)

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B g Getaway (GER) - Marhab Dancer (IRE) Owner - John Nicholls Racing ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, checked sleeves.

6/1-2 D

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Trainer - Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder - Malachy Travers

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Jonathan Burke

2020: THIRD TIME LUCKI (IRE) 5 11 8 Harry Skelton 11-10 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Betting Forecast: 8-11 Broomfield Burg (IRE), 5-1 Paso Doble (IRE), 9-1 Robelli (IRE), 11-1 Black Poppy (GB), 14-1 Corrigeen Rock (IRE), 50-1 Highstakesplayer (IRE) Race Summary: BROOMFIELD BURG has improved with each run over hurdles and his second in a Cheltenham handicap last time is a standout piece of form in the context of this race, so he’s a straightforward selection ahead of Paso Doble, who is already a dual winner in this sphere. Robelli looks the pick of the remainder following a mildly encouraging start over timber.

1-2-3: 1.BROOMFIELD BURG (IRE) 2.PASO DOBLE (IRE) 3.ROBELLI (IRE)

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RACE RESULT

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TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who returned to action with a solid start over hurdles when runner-up at Warwick last month. Needs a marked step forward if he’s to go one better in this, though.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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SECOND RACE 1.20

The Get Your Ladbrokes £1 Free Bet Today Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase (GBB Race) (Class 3)

Two Miles About Four And A Half Furlongs (2m 4f 110yds)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total Race Value £23400 Owners Prize Money. Winner £9181; Second £4591; Third £2295; Fourth £1148; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £11981.20) Age

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SEBASTOPOL (IRE) (34)

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B g Fame And Glory - Knockcroghery (IRE) Owner - Mr C. Boultbee-Brooks Trainer - Tom Lacey, Woolhope LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star.

22222F BF Breeder - Mr J. Nicholson

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who reached a similar level at second time of asking over fences when 4 3/4 lengths second of 4 to Third Time Lucki in Cheltenham Grade 2. In control when falling last over 2 1/4m here since.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 139

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MISTER COFFEY (FR) (30)

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Jonathan Burke

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B g Authorized (IRE) - Mamitador Owner - Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn PURPLE, PRIMROSE diamond, collar and sleeves, quartered cap.

2/1304-3 BF Breeder - S.C.E.A. Le Haras D’Haspel

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed into useful hurdler last season, ending campaign with good fourth of 22 in Grade 3 handicap at Aintree. Sound start to his chase career when third of 5 at Newbury last month. More to come.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 137

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BOTHWELL BRIDGE (IRE) (23)

B g Stowaway - Raise The Issue (IRE) Owner - Victoria Dunn and Nicholas Mustoe BLACK, BLACK and PINK check cap.

2/131P-1 D

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Sean Bowen

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Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder - Stephen Roche

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful in bumpers and won twice in novice hurdles last term. Successful start over fences Nico de Boinville in Sandown novice handicap at the beginning of December. Sure to improve for top stable.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 136

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DANNY KIRWAN (IRE) (65)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Sainte Baronne (FR) Owner - Mrs Johnny de la Hey ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoops, armlets and cap.

31601-2 C

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Trainer - Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder - Barmakin Ltd & South Lodge Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Both hurdle wins on right-handed tracks. Looks the part for chasing and made a promising start when 3 lengths second of 5 in Cheltenham novice handicap in October. Form boosted. Major player. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/10/2021 it was reported that the horse hung right handed on the run-in.Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 133

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JACAMAR (GER) (12)

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Harry Cobden

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B g Maxios - Juvena (GER) Owner - Mark & Maria Adams Trainer - Milton Harris, Warminster RED, LIGHT BLUE stars, YELLOW cap, LIGHT BLUE stars.

00-0322 D Breeder - J. Imm

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful hurdler and has shown even better form in defeat over fences, going down only narrowly at Wincanton 12 days ago. 2lb rise looks fair given he came clear of the third. Cheekpieces added.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 130

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Daniel Mullins

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ICONIC MUDDLE (GB) (222)

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Gr g Sixties Icon - Spatham Rose Owner - Saloop Trainer - Gary Moore, Horsham EMERALD GREEN, MAUVE disc and sleeves, ORANGE and WHITE check cap.

21/32-U1 Breeder - Saloop Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler and already better over fences, opening his account in this discipline with a ready success at Huntingdon in May. 7-month absence to overcome but likely he has more to offer.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 129

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YOUR DARLING (IRE) (50)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Carries Darling Owner - Lord and Lady Vestey ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves.

P/34-115 D BF

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Gavin Sheehan

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Trainer - Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water

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KILLER KANE (IRE) (35)

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B g Oscar (IRE) - Native Idea (IRE) Owner - J P Romans & Taylor, O’Dwyer YELLOW, DARK BLUE braces.

1/241-33 BF

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Trainer - Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder - S. McElroy

TIMEFORM VIEW £300,000 buy from the pointing field. Came good over hurdles with 17f Exeter maiden win in March. Failed to build on chase debut third when beaten at short odds since but still it’s early days.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 124

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Brendan Powell

2020: KILLER CLOWN (IRE) 6 10 5 Adam Wedge 9-2 (Emma Lavelle) 10 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Bothwell Bridge (IRE), 7-2 Danny Kirwan (IRE), 11-2 Mister Coffey (FR), 10-1 Jacamar (GER), Killer Kane (IRE), 11-1 Sebastopol (IRE), Iconic Muddle (GB), 16-1 Your Darling (IRE) Race Summary: It was only a small-field handicap that DANNY KIRWAN contested on his Cheltenham chase debut but it’s worked out well, with the first, fourth and fifth all winning next time, so he’s fancied to build on that and strike from the same mark. Jacamar came well clear of the rest when going close at Wincanton 12 days ago and he’s feared most ahead of Nicky Henderson’s Bothwell Bridge.

1-2-3: 1.DANNY KIRWAN (IRE) 2.JACAMAR (GER) 3.BOTHWELL BRIDGE (IRE)

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RACE RESULT

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Breeder - William Mangan

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who tasted success over hurdles in May and surpassed that with impressive chase debut win at Huntingdon (2 1/2m) in October. Only fifth at Aintree since but remains type Kevin Brogan (3) to do better.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126

REMEMBERING NIGEL ELWES

Nigel Elwes, a highly-respected and much-loved member of the Kempton Park committee who also served on the Sandown Park committee, recently passed away at the age of 80.

Having retired from a successful career in the City of London at 50, Nigel and his wife Carolyn set up a breeding operation at Aylesfield Farms Stud in Dorset and had many good horses run in their colours, notably Listed winners First Fantasy, Green Room, Santa Sophia and Wandering Star and Group 3 winner Simona.

In 2008 Nigel was awarded a CBE in The Queen’s birthday honours for his services to the horseracing industry, which included being a Chairman of The British Racing School, Racing Welfare and the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association. He was also a Director of the BHB (now BHA) and a trustee of the British EBF. Phil White, The Jockey Club's London Regional Director, said: "We are all incredibly saddened to hear of Nigel's passing. He was a kind, caring and considerate man who had time for everyone at the racecourse, regardless of their role or how busy he was.

"I know that everyone at Kempton Park, Sandown Park and Racing Welfare benefited hugely from his immense racing knowledge and his unique and carefully considered perspective on so many topics.

"Nigel will be remembered fondly as someone whose passion and dedication to our sport shone through at all times but mostly as one of the nicest people you could wish to meet.

"Our thoughts go to his family and friends and all those who will miss seeing him on a racecourse."

Nigel is survived by his wife Carolyn and children Serena, Andrew and Melisa.

LAST YEAR’S

WINNER KAUTO STAR NOVICES’ CHASE

SHAN BLUE TRAINER: DAN SKELTON JOCKEY: HARRY SKELTON OWNER: COLM DONLON

GRADE 1 FIRST RUN IN

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RUN OVER THREE MILES

4,828 METRES 18 FENCES TO BE JUMPED In a thrilling contest between three very promising staying novices, it was Dan Skelton’s gelding Shan Balue who justified favourtism to hold off the challenge of the classy pair of The Big Breakaway and If The Cap Fits.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£100,000

£56,950 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE 2020 SHAN BLUE 2019 SLATE HOUSE 2018 LA BAGUE AU ROI 2017 BLACK CORTON 2016 ROYAL VACATION 2015 TEA FOR TWO 2014 CONEYGREE 2013 ANNACOTTY 2012 DYNASTE 2011 GRANDS CRUS

TRAINER Dan Skelton Colin Tizzard Warren Greatrex Paul Nicholls Colin Tizzard Nick Williams Mark Bradstock Martin Keighley David Pipe David Pipe

JOCKEY Harry Skelton Robbie Power Richard Johnson Bryony Frost Paddy Brennan Lizzie Kelly Nico de Boinville Ian Popham Tom Scudamore Tom Scudamore

The six-year-old jumped soundly throughout the contest and always looked to be travelling the best of the 7-strong field. Despite facing a late challenge by Colin Tizzard’s in-mate, he stayed on strongly all the way to the line to win impressively by three-and-three-quater-lengths.

Albeit not winning since this victory, he has numerous seconds to his name and was 20-lengths ahead in the Charlie Hall at Wetherby before taking a nasty fall 3 out.

7 OF THE LAST 11 WINNERS OF THIS CONTEST HAD ALREADY WON TWICE THAT SEASON.

10⁄10 9⁄10 8⁄10 ALREADY WON THAT SEASON

FIRST 3 IN THE BETTING

AGED SIX OR SEVEN

KEY CONTENDERS

BRAVEMANSGAME

Arguably one of the most exciting Novices’ around. Paul Nicholls and connections will be hoping he can continue his progress here, and maintain a perfect record over fences on his march to the Cheltenham Festival.

HHHHH AHOY SENOR Lucinda Russell’s charge is the new kid on the block and after beating the very well-supported Mr Incredible in some style at Newbury last time out, he should be closely watched again in a small field. Already got the measure of the favourite over hurdles too.

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KILTEALY BRIGGS

Winner of the Silver Trophy at Chepstow over hurdles, Tom Lacey’s in-mate will need to improve on his latest outing at Newbury when his jumping let him down.

He will certainly make a bold bid to get competitive, but can he get his head in front of the ‘big two’?

This 7-year-old got off the mark at the seventh time of asking over the larger obstacles and, despite this being his hardest contest to date, he can put his experience togood use.

HHH

HHH FAMOUS WINNER LONG RUN

KING GEORGE VI CHASE WINNER (TWICE) & CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP WINNER

LEADING TRAINER NICKY HENDERSON 5 WINNERS

REMEMBERING KAUTO'S FIFTH

On this day ten years ago, the remarkable Kauto Star made history by winning his fifth King George VI Chase, a feat unmatched by any other horse.

By Boxing Day 2011 Kauto Star had already cemented himself as one of the all-time greats of Jump racing, having won two Cheltenham Gold Cups, four Betfair Chases and two Tingle Creeks alongside his previous four victories at Kempton. Yet despite his legendary status and popularity, many had dismissed his chances that year, believing him to be past his best.

Dismissing Kauto Star was never wise though, for this was a horse who had regained his Cheltenham Gold Cup crown in 2009, having lost it to stable mate Denman the year before. He had also won the Betfair Chase over three miles, dropped back to two miles to win the Tingle Creek before stepping back up in distance to win the King George during a six-week period in 2006. Nonetheless, he arrived at Kempton Park in December 2011 as second favourite to Long Run, a horse five years his junior who had defeated him the previous year.

As the race evolved, any doubts over Kauto Star's age evaporated, as his impeccable jumping took him to the front with a circuit to go. The cheers of sheer joy began as he galloped powerfully around the home turn well in command, and only got louder and louder as he met each of the three fences in the home straight perfectly.

Long Run duly battled back, but Kauto Star sealed his place among legends with a length and a quarter to spare. It was written by Racing Post journalist Alistair Down that "even those who had helped lever Long Run into short-priced favouritism must have given up the unequal struggle and surrendered to the magnificence of the sight in front of them and added their voices to the uproar."

He returned to a hero's welcome in the winner's enclosure and those present will never forget the feeling of being at Kempton Park that day.

Kauto Star and his incredible achievements have been commemorated here with a statue in the centre of the Parade Ring.

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THIRD RACE 1.55

The Ladbrokes Kauto Star Novices’ Steeple Chase

(Class 1) (In Memory Of Nigel Clark) (Grade 1) (GBB Race) About Three Miles (3m)

for novice four yrs old and upwards Total Race Value £100000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470. (Penalty Value £56950) Age

1

AHOY SENOR (IRE) (29)

6

st

11

lb

Jockey

7

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dara Supreme (IRE) Owner - Mrs C Wymer & Mr PJS Russell Trainer - Lucinda Russell, Kinross RED, BLACK epaulets and armlets, BLACK cap, RED star.

1211-U1 Breeder - Mr D.P. Constable

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful pointer/unbeaten hurdler (including Grade 1) who landed the John Francome novices chase at Newbury last month by a wide margin. Exciting prospect who is set to put up another bold bid.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 157

2

BRAVEMANSGAME (FR) (36)

6

11

Derek Fox

7

B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Genifique (FR) Owner - John Dance and Bryan Drew Trainer - Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat ORANGE, DARK BLUE star, ORANGE sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap.

1132-11 D Breeder - Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel

TIMEFORM VIEW One of last season’s leading novice hurdlers and has, predictably, taken well to chasing, now 2 from 2 in this sphere after a superb display of jumping at Haydock last month. Excellent claims.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 154

3

KILTEALY BRIGGS (IRE) (25)

7

11

Harry Cobden

7

B g Fame And Glory - Baby Briggs (IRE) Owner - McNeill Family Trainer - Jamie Snowden, Lambourn ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoops, MAROON sleeves and cap.

340-421 Breeder - John Mounsey

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser who has looked as good as ever lately, landing a 4-runner novice at Haydock with little to spare 25 days ago. He’s not up to the top level, though.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 137

4

TEA CLIPPER (IRE) (30)

6

11

A. P. Heskin

7

B g Stowaway - A Plus Ma Puce (FR) Owner - Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Trainer - Tom Lacey, Woolhope MAUVE and DARK BLUE check, DARK BLUE sleeves, MAUVE armlets, hooped cap.

5533-12 CD Breeder - Cyril O’Hara

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful and progressive hurdler who created excellent impression when landing 2m4f listed event on chasing debut. Disappointing at Newbury last time, however, and this is a stiff task for him.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 147

DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Stan Sheppard

2020: SHAN BLUE (IRE) 6 11 7 Harry Skelton 7-4 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran

30

Betting Forecast: 11-10 Ahoy Senor (IRE), 6-5 Bravemansgame (FR), 20-1 Tea Clipper (IRE), 33-1 Kiltealy Briggs (IRE) Race Summary: A fascinating top-level novice chase that should turn into a match between BRAVEMANSGAME and Ahoy Senor, with the first-named marginally preferred having jumped with tremendous accuracy on both chase outings to date. The latter demolished a small field in a Grade 2 at Newbury last time, so he’s unlikely to go down without a fight. Tea Clipper could take advantage if they both fluff their lines.

1-2-3: 1.BRAVEMANSGAME (FR) 2.AHOY SENOR (IRE) 3.TEA CLIPPER (IRE)

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LAST YEAR’S

WINNER

SILVER STREAK

CHRISTMAS HURDLE

TRAINER: EVAN WILLIAMS JOCKEY: ADAM WEDGE OWNER: L FELL

GRADE 1 FIRST RUN IN

1969

RUN OVER TWO MILES

3,219 METRES 8 HURDLES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£130,000

£74,035 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE TRAINER 2020 SILVER STREAK Evan Williams 2019 EPATANTE Nicky Henderson 2018 VERDANA BLUE Nicky Henderson 2017 BUVEUR D’AIR Nicky Henderson 2016 YANWORTH Alan King 2015 FAUGHEEN Willie Mullins 2014 FAUGHEEN Willie Mullins 2013 MY TENT OR YOURS Nicky Henderson Nicky Henderson 2012 DARLAN Nicky Henderson 2011 BINOCULAR

JOCKEY Adam Wedge Barry Geraghty Nico de Boinville Barry Geraghty Barry Geraghty Ruby Walsh Ruby Walsh A P McCoy A P McCoy A P McCoy

Up against the 2019 winner and heavy oddson favourite, Epatante, it looked a tough task for Silver Streak to reverse the previous form, having failied to do so in both the Champion Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival, and in this race in 2019 where he finished 5 lengths adrift in second.

Despite still having to give 7lb to Nicky Henderson’s talented mare, Adam Wedge made his mind up early, and under a confident ride from the front, Silver Streak pinged the last to make all. This gave both jockey and trainer their first victories in this contest.

Being sent off at 1/5F on the day, Epatante will go down in the history books for both the right and wrong reasons.

The judge couldn’t separate EPATANTE and NOT SO SLEEPY at Newcastle. Could either take a step forward this time around, or will TRITONIC spoil the party?

9⁄10 6⁄10 6⁄10 AGED SIX OR SEVEN

WINNING FAVOURITES

TRAINED BY NICKY HENDERSON

KEY CONTENDERS EPATANTE

A five-time Grade 1 winner (including an AQPS race in France), Epatante was at her best when winning the Champion Hurdle in 2020. A beaten favourite in this race last year, she has a fine chance to add another Grade 1 to her CV today.

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NOT SO SLEEPY Hughie Morrison’s enigmatic front runner has graduated from handicaps and proven himself to be a Graded horses. His finest hour came last time out at Newcastle when dead heating with Epatante and if handling the ground he can be involved in the finish.

HHHH TRITONIC

A talented four-year-old, Tritonic was a promising juvenile under both codes and landed a competitive handicap hurdle at Ascot last time out. Turned out quickly, he looks in fine form and would be dangerous to underestimate.

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LEADING JOCKEY A P MCCOY

LEADING TRAINER

FIVE WINS IN THE RACE:

NICKY HENDERSON

‘07, ‘10, ‘11, ‘12, ‘13 WINNER

9 WINNERS

WE WISH DAVID ELSWORTH A HAPPY RETIREMENT It seems hard to believe that the name of trainer David Elsworth will no longer appear on racecards after he announced his retirement on December 15th at the age of 82.

Born in Devizes, Wiltshire, Elsworth spent a 15-year career as a journeyman jockey between 1957 and 1972 which yielded 15 winners. A year before his retirement from the saddle he had also assumed the position of assistant trainer to Ricky Vallance and played a significant role in the handling of 1972 Hennessy Gold Cup victor Red Candle.

By 1978 he was training in his own name and it didn’t take long for him to make an impact with Heighlin causing a 40-1 upset in the 1980 Triumph Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival.

The years which followed saw more success and the King George VI Chase almost went his way in both 1984 and 1985, with Combs Ditch the narrow runner-up in both renewals.

Combs Ditch attempted to make it third time lucky in 1986 when he was joined by his stablemate Desert Orchid in the race. The latter was owned by the Burridge family. The son of Grey Mirage had been with Elsworth since day one and made an inauspicious 50-1 debut when falling at the last in a novices’ hurdle back in January 1983 - at Kempton Park of all places.

However, he developed into a very smart hurdler and then chaser over the next few seasons under Elsworth’s expert guidance and was a 16-1 chance in the 1986 King George VI Chase. Running from the front and jumping boldly, ‘Dessie’ came home 15 lengths clear to begin a Christmas tradition.

He won the King George again in 1988, 1989 and 1990 and became as much part of the Christmas ritual as mistletoe and holly – the only change seemed to be he lightened in shade each year, eventually reaching a spectacular snow white.

Big-race Boxing Day success at Kempton Park also went Elsworth’s way in the Christmas Hurdle with Muse (1993) and Absalom's Lady (1994), while he took what is now the Kauto Star Novices’ Chase with Sir Blake (1988). And when Rhyme ‘N’ Reason won the Grand National winner in 1988, it was only after running out as an impressive winner earlier in the campaign of the Racing Post Chase at Kempton Park.

Equally skilled with his handling of Flat horses, Elsworth saddled seven Group One winners as sprinters and stayers came alike to him. His emergence in the 1980s saw him become the natural successor to his great inspiration, Captain Ryan Price, to become the outstanding dual-purpose trainer of his or indeed any generation.

By his own admission he has not always been an easy man to deal with and his honestly-held opinions have often sparked division in racing. Yet he is also warm, kind, humorous and a man who inspires great loyalty – a true one-off.

Kempton Park has fond memories of David Elsworth the trainer and everyone at the racecourse looks forward to hopefully welcoming him back as our guest in the future. The pleasure will be all ours.

Happy retirement ‘Elsie’!

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FOURTH RACE 2.30

The Ladbrokes Christmas Hurdle Race

(Class 1) (Grade 1) (Gbb Race) About Two Miles (2m)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total Race Value £130000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £56654; Second £23257; Third £11635; Fourth £5811; Fifth £2912. (Penalty Value £74035) Age

1

GLORY AND FORTUNE (IRE) (29)

6

st

11

lb

Jockey

7

B g Fame And Glory - Night Heron (IRE) Owner - Mr J. Hinds Trainer - Tom Lacey, Woolhope MAUVE and BLACK (quartered), MAUVE sleeves, WHITE cap.

5-21164 D Breeder - P. Connell

TIMEFORM VIEW Improver this term, scoring at Plumpton before taking the Welsh Champion Hurdle at Ffos Las. Far from disgraced in good-quality handicaps subsequently but very much looks up against at this level.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 140

2

NOT SO SLEEPY (GB) (29)

9

11

Stan Sheppard

7

Ch g Beat Hollow - Papillon de Bronze (IRE) Owner - Lady Blyth Trainer - Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley PALE BLUE, CAMPBELL TARTAN hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.

P/R150-1 D Breeder - Lord Blyth

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart hurdler who proved better than ever fit from the Flat when dead heating for first with Epatante in 6-runner Fighting Fifth Hurdle 29 days ago. Should go well again.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 160

3

SOARING GLORY (IRE) (29)

6

11

Jonathan Burke

7

B g Fame And Glory - Hapeney (IRE) Owner - Mr P. Hickey Trainer - Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham MAROON, WHITE hoop, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap.

F314-14 D BF Breeder - A. V. Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive winner of Betfair Hurdle last term and took his form up another notch with Ascot Listed handicap success on return. Not seen to best effect in a small field last time and retains potential.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 149

4

TRITONIC (GB) (8)

4

Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Selenography Owner - McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale RED, GREY epaulets, WHITE sleeves.

115-251 CD

11

7

Trainer - Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder - Miss K. Rausing

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart on Flat and seemed well suited by a test of stamina at this trip when landing the Betfair Exchange Trophy under a well-judged ride at Ascot (15.7f) last week. This obviously requires more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 147

5

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

EPATANTE (FR) (29)

7

11

A. P. Heskin

0

B m No Risk At All (FR) - Kadjara (FR) Owner - Mr John P. McManus Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

1/123-31 CD Breeder - Francois-Xavier & Anne Doulce Lefeuvre

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time Grade 1 winner who probably wasn’t ideally suited by speed-blunting Nico de Boinville conditions when dead heating for first with Not So Sleepy in the Fighting Fifth. The one to beat.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 153

36

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

2020: SILVER STREAK (IRE) 7 11 7 Adam Wedge 13-2 (Evan Williams) 5 ran

Betting Forecast: 4-5 Epatante (FR), 7-2 Not So Sleepy (GB), 13-2 Tritonic (GB), 15-2 Soaring Glory (IRE), 50-1 Glory And Fortune (IRE) Race Summary: EPATANTE left the impression that the easing ground blunted her speed when dead-heating for first with Not So Sleepy in the Fighting Fifth at Newcastle last month, so she’s very much the one to beat back under more suitable conditions.

Last season’s Betfair Hurdle winner Soaring Glory retains potential having not been seen to best effect in a small field at Newbury last time.

1-2-3: 1.EPATANTE (FR) 2.NOT SO SLEEPY 3.SOARING GLORY (IRE)

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KING GEORGE VI CHASE BIG RACE TRENDS AGE

With horses aged seven or eight having landed seven of the last ten renewals, these seem the group to focus on. In this year’s field they have five of the nine representatives. Only the great pair of Kauto Star and Cue Card have defied this trend when older, so it does look best to side with that age group a negative for the market leader Clan Des Obeaux and last years’ winner Frodon.

KEY RACES

The Betfair Chase, run at Haydock at the end of November has been the stand-out trial for this race in recent years. Six of the last ten winners of the race had run in Haydock’s three-mile Grade 1 contest and the race is well-represented again in 2021. However, none if this year’s runners took that path this year and this looks a very open race yet again.

TRAINER TRENDS

Paul Nicholls has a strong record in the King George VI Chase in recent years, winning six of the last ten renewals, including the magnificent Kauto Star and superb Silviniaco Conti. See More Business also won the race in 1997 and 1999, before Clan des Obeaux became another dual winner with his successes in 2018/2019- giving the trainer a record total of twelfth wins overall. He has Clan des Obeaux, Frodon and Saint Calvados in the line-up on Boxing Day, in a bid to add to his impressive tally.

There have only been three winning trainers of the King George in the last ten years as Nicky Henderson has won the race three times and Colin Tizzard has two successes to his name in the past decade. However, it looks like Nicky Henderson has the strongest hand of the two today as Chantry House won in style at Sandown last month.

FORM & CLASS

When trying to narrow down the shortlist in Grade 1 events, it often pays to side with proven quality and this race is no different with all but two of the last ten winners having previously been successful at Grade 1 level over fences. Saint Calvados, Tornado Flyer and Mister Fisher will be bidding for that breakthrough success at the highest level in the King George. Recent form is also an important factor to consider because whilst only four of the last ten winners won on their most recent start, only two had finished outside of the first three which was Clan des Obeaux ahead of his first success here in 2018, and last year’s winner Frodon.

This shows that it can be difficult to bounce back from a below-par effort to win the King George, which is a negative against the chances of Asterion Forlonge, Saint Calvados and Tornado Flyer.

Proven stamina over 3m or further is something that most of the last 15 winners have had on their resumé. Whilst our chase course may have a reputation as a speed course, horses still need to have the required stamina so beware of any doubtful stayers in this year’s field - perhaps Saint Calvados and Asterion Forlonge have the most question marks against their names in this regard.

TRENDS SUMMARY POSITIVES •

• • •

NEGATIVES

Trained by Paul Nicholls, Nicky Henderson or Colin Tizzard Aged seven or eight Ran in the Betfair Chase at Haydock Park Previous winner over 3m or further

•

• • •

Outside the first-two in the betting Without a Grade 1 success Aged nine or above Finished outside the first-three last time

BETTING

It usually pays to stick with the fancied runners in the King George VI Chase with eight of the last ten winners having come from the first two in the betting.Four of those were sent off as favourite, which is good news for supporters of the Paul Nicholl’s yard, as Clan des Obeaux currently heads the market. They are followed in the betting by Irish-raider Minella Indo and Nicky Henderson’s Chantry House.

CONCLUSION

With all things considered, CLAN DES OBEAUX looks to hold huge claims of making it a third win in the Ladbrokes King George VI Chase. He was a wide-margin twenty-one length winner of the Grade 1 in 2019 and as an nine-year-old this time around he still has plenty more to offer, albeit not fitting the age trend.

MINELLA INDO may have needed the run in the Ladbrokes Champion Chase at Down Royal when making his seasonal debut. This year’s Gold Cup winner at the Cheltenham Festival should now be primed for this and is the main danger of stopping Paul Nicholl’s force.

FRODON is always hard to rule out around here, as he likes to fly over his fences at speed and another bold front-running display could be on the cards. He actually won the Ladbrokes Champion Chase in some style, so like many other Paul Nicholl’s winners in this race, he could double up and make it back-to-back successes in this classy race.

Year 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

14151-1 1152-2 2123-4 F111-1 111-11 524-11 141-51 11F3-3 2213-2

Form FRODON CLAN DES OBEAUX CLAN DES OBEAUX MIGHT BITE THISTLECRACK CUE CARD SILVINIACO CONTI SILVINIACO CONTI LONG RUN

Winner 8-11-10 7-11-10 6-11-10 8-11-10 8-11-10 9-11-10 8-11-10 7-11-10 7-11-10

Age/Wt SP 20/1 Paul Nicholls 11/2 Paul Nicholls 12/1 Paul Nicholls 6/4F Nicky Henderson 11/10F Colin Tizzard 9/2 Colin Tizzard 15/8F Paul Nicholls 7/2 Paul Nicholls 15/8F Nicky Henderson

Trainer Last Race (no days) 1st Ladbrokes Champion Chase (57) 2nd Ladbrokes Champion Chase (54) 4th Betfair Chase (32) 1st Future Stars Chase (44) 1st Worcester Novices’ Chase (30) 1st Betfair Chase (37) 1st Betfair Chase (34) 3rd Betfair Chase (33) 2nd Betfair Chase (32)

2011

133P-1

KAUTO STAR

11-11-10

3/1

1st Betfair Chase (70)

Paul Nicholls

LAST YEAR’S

WINNER KING GEORGE VI CHASE

FRODON TRAINER: PAUL NICHOLLS JOCKEY: BRYONY FROST OWNER: PJ VOGT

GRADE 1 FIRST RUN IN

1937

RUN OVER THREE MILES

4,828 METRES 18 FENCES TO BE JUMPED Paul Nicholls’ pride and glory, Clan Des Obeaux, bidded to complete a hat-trick of King George VI successes, but stablemate Frodon proved superior on the day.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£250,000

£142,375 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE 2020 FRODON 2019 CLAN DES OBEAUX 2018 CLAN DES OBEAUX 2017 MIGHT BITE 2016 THISTLECRACK 2015 CUE CARD 2014 SILVINIACO CONTI 2013 SILVINIACO CONTI 2012 LONG RUN 2011 KAUTO STAR

TRAINER Paul Nicholls Paul Nicholls Paul Nicholls Nicky Henderson Colin Tizzard Colin Tizzard Paul Nicholls Paul Nicholls Nicky Henderson Paul Nicholls

JOCKEY Bryony Frost Harry Cobden Harry Cobden Nico de Boinville Tom Scudamore Paddy Brennan Noel Fehily Noel Fehily Sam Waley-Cohen Ruby Walsh

It came down to Waiting Patiently, the 2018 Betfair Chase winner and the Ryanair winner Frodon under Bryony Frost, and the younger legs won the day as Paul Nicholls made it an impressive 12 victories in the race.

Later on in the year, the pair went on to contest the Gold Cup at Cheltenham and despite not getting close to the dominant Irish trio, he ran a respectable race to finish fifth.

A quality race in prospect with Kempton specalist CLAN DES OBEAUX taking on the Gold Cup second MINELLA INDO and last year’s winner FRODON. Don’t ignore CHANTRY HOUSE either...

8⁄10 7⁄10 6⁄10 FIRST 3 IN THE BETTING

AGED SEVEN OR EIGHT

TRAINED BY PAUL NICHOLLS

KEY CONTENDERS

CLAN DES OBEAUX

A top class chaser, Clan Des Obeaux won this race in 2018 and 2019, marking himself as a quality three miler chaser around Kempton. He took on the best of the Irish at Punchestown on his last run of the season last time out and is the one to beat in this.

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MINELLA INDO

2021 Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Minella Indo has shown a love for chasing. An improving type, he turned the tables to win the Gold Cup in March and will be better for the run at Down Royal on seasonal debut when beaten

by Frodon.

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CHANTRY HOUSE A classy second season chaser, Nicky Henderson’s charge reappeared with a decisive win at Sandown and comes here in top form. Can he mix it with the big guns on his first run in this race?

HHH LEADING HORSE KAUTO STAR FIVE WINS IN THE RACE: ‘06, ‘07, ‘08, ‘09 & ‘11

LEADING TRAINER PAUL NICHOLLS 12 WINNERS

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FIFTH RACE 3.05

The Ladbrokes King George VI Steeple Chase

(Class 1) (Grade 1) (GBB Race) About Three Miles (3m)

for four yrs old and upwards Total Race Value £250000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £108950; Second £44725; Third £22375; Fourth £11175; Fifth £5600; Sixth £2800. (Penalty Value £142375) Age

1

ASTERION FORLONGE (FR) (21)

7

st

lb

Jockey

11 10

Gr g Coastal Path - Belle du Brizais (FR) Owner - Mrs J. Donnelly Trainer - W. P. Mullins, Ireland YELLOW and BLACK check, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK star.

F433-1U Breeder - E.A.R.L. La Forlonge

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser who took his form up another notch with easy win in handicap company at Punchestown in April. Looked a threat when unseating 3 out in John Durkan on reappearance there.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 162

2

CHANTRY HOUSE (IRE) (49)

Br g Yeats (IRE) - The Last Bank (IRE) Owner - Mr John P. McManus EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

13111-1 D

7

B. J. Cooper

11 10

Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder - M. Conaghan

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended excellent novice chase campaign with Grade 1 successes at Cheltenham and Aintree. Warmed up for this with easy win in a match at Sandown. This his toughest task but there could be Nico de Boinville more to come.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 162

3

CLAN DES OBEAUX (FR) (242)

9

11 10

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Nausicaa des Obeaux (FR) Owner - Mr&Mrs P.K.Barber,G.Mason,Sir A Ferguson Trainer - Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat DARK GREEN, WHITE chevron, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and WHITE check cap.

0/2321-1 CD Breeder - Mme Marie Devilder

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive winner of this in 2018 and 2019. Below-form third to Frodon last year but back to form with a bang in cheekpieces in spring, winning Grade 1s at Aintree and Punchestown. Bold bid likely.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 172

4

FRODON (FR) (57)

9

Harry Cobden

11 10

B g Nickname (FR) - Miss Country (FR) Owner - Mr P. J. Vogt Trainer - Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.

14151-1 CD Breeder - Mr Philippe Gasdoue

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser who made all in this last year. Had Minella Indo behind when landing another Grade 1 win on Down Royal reappearance. Superb jumper who is unlikely to give up crown without a fight.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 167

5

LOSTINTRANSLATION (IRE) (36)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Falika (FR) Owner - Taylor & O’Dwyer YELLOW, DARK BLUE braces.

3/3P5P-1

9

Bryony Frost

11 10

Trainer - Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder - Mr A. R. M. M. Kavanagh

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in the last 2 runnings of this but got his career back on track after wind surgery with 21f Ascot Grade 2 win in November. This is a whole lot tougher, though.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 160

46

Brendan Powell

6

MINELLA INDO (IRE) (57)

8

11 10

B g Beat Hollow - Carrigeen Lily (IRE) Owner - Mr Barry Maloney Trainer - Henry de Bromhead, Ireland MAROON, YELLOW stars, MAROON sleeves, striped cap.

11F41-3 D BF Breeder - Mrs R. H. Lalor

TIMEFORM VIEW Saw off stablemate A Plus Tard to win Cheltenham Gold Cup in March. Shaped as if needing run when 5 lengths third to Frodon on Down Royal return. Cheekpieces added. The one to beat on Gold Cup form.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 175

7

MISTER FISHER (IRE) (246)

7

Rachael Blackmore

11 10

B g Jeremy (USA) - That’s Amazing (IRE) Owner - James & Jean Potter Ltd Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn WHITE, RED braces, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star.

4/P1PU2- C Breeder - Joe Kenny

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Grade 2 chase winner who ended last season with a close second to Frodon in Sandown Grade 2 in April. Likely to need a big career best to go close on this reappearance, though.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 162

8

SAINT CALVADOS (FR) (323)

8

Sean Bowen

11 10

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Lamorrese (FR) Owner - Kate & Andrew Brooks Trainer - Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat LIGHT BLUE, RED braces, WHITE sleeves, RED armlets, LIGHT BLUE and RED quartered cap.

1422/4UBreeder - Mr Jeremy Buez

TIMEFORM VIEW Capable of mixing it at Grade 1 level at best for Harry Whittington, including fourth to Frodon in this last year. Had wind surgery (also tongue tied first time) ahead of first run for Paul Nicholls.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 162

9

TORNADO FLYER (IRE) (21)

8

Gavin Sheehan

11 10

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Mucho Macabi (IRE) Owner - T. F. P. Trainer - W. P. Mullins, Ireland YELLOW, BLACK horse, YELLOW sleeves, dual BLACK pinstripes, YELLOW cap, BLACK tassel.

22543-5 Breeder - Sweetmans Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser. 18/1, creditable 8 lengths fifth of 10 to Allaho in John Durkan at Punchestown on reappearance but his record suggests he’s not quite up to this level.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 161

2020: FRODON (FR) 8 11 10 Bryony Frost 20-1 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Minella Indo (IRE), 7-2 Clan des Obeaux (FR), 9-2 Frodon (FR), 7-1 Asterion Forlonge (FR), 15-2 Chantry House (IRE), 18-1 Lostintranslation (IRE), 28-1 Saint Calvados (FR), 33-1 Mister Fisher (IRE), Tornado Flyer (IRE) Race Summary: Gold Cup hero MINELLA INDO, who sports cheekpieces for the first time, left the firm impression he needed the run when behind Frodon on his Down Royal reappearance and can bounce back to his Gold Cup form and continue the Henry de Bromhead domination of the top jumps prizes in Britain. Clan des Obeaux, who is bidding for a third win in this, can give him most to do ahead of Frodon.

1-2-3: 1.MINELLA INDO (IRE) 2.CLAN DES OBEAUX (FR) 3.FRODON (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 3.40

The Ladbrokes We Play Together Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

Two Miles About Five Furlongs (2m 5f)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total Race Value £21400 Owners Prize Money. Winner £8346; Second £4174; Third £2086; Fourth £1044; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £10892) Age

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EARLOFTHECOTSWOLDS (FR) (29)

7

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Jockey

12

Bl g Axxos (GER) - Sissi Land (FR) Owner - Twiston-Davies, Mason, Greer & Kiely Trainer - Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham BLACK, YELLOW epaulets, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, YELLOW star.

150-311 CD Breeder - Yannick Colliot & Teddy Poirier

TIMEFORM VIEW Lower in the weights over hurdles but better than ever last month, following up his easy Mr Zac Baker (3) Wetherby win at Newbury. Up 5lb for latter success but demands respect.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 139

2

MARIE’S ROCK (IRE) (42)

B or Br m Milan - By The Hour (IRE) Owner - Middleham Park Racing XLII LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets.

11/03-30

6

11

4

Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder - Mr D. Breen

TIMEFORM VIEW Couple of underwhelming runs last term after an absence but step back in right direction after wind op when third in listed company at Wetherby, Just a fair effort back in a handicap at Cheltenham.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

3

ECCO (GB) (29)

6

11

A. P. Heskin

4

B g Maxios - Enjoy The Life Owner - Mr Colm Donlon Trainer - Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW spots, ROYAL BLUE cap.

12125-6 C BF Breeder - Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

TIMEFORM VIEW Second in this a year ago and added jumpers’ bumper in February. Had a wind op prior to reappearance and though he may have needed it at Doncaster, it’s not the first time he’s finished weakly.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 131

4

AN TAILLIUR (FR) (31)

5

11

Harry Cobden

2

Gr g Authorized (IRE) - Dirama (FR) Owner - Mr P. Hickey Trainer - Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham MAROON, WHITE hoop, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap.

1111U1 D Breeder - S.A.R.L HARAS DU LOGIS SAINT GERMAIN

TIMEFORM VIEW Is improving at a rate of knots, readily completing the five-timer in 23f Exeter handicap prior to unseating at the first at Cheltenham. Cast that mishap aside when going in again at Taunton.

Player.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 129

5

COMMANCHE RED (IRE) (55)

8

11

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

1

Ch g Mahler - Auntie Bob Owner - Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Trainer - Chris Gordon, Winchester LIGHT BLUE, large ROYAL BLUE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE spots.

0014-53 C D Breeder - Mr J. Travers

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back from a quiet spell to capitalise on a reduced mark in first-time visor in April. Shaped quite well back there last month and well handicapped if he is the right mood.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 128

52

Brendan Powell

6

HEROSS DU SEUIL (FR) (235)

4

10

12

B g Rail Link - Tulipe du Seuil (FR) Owner - Mrs J Donnelly Trainer - Nicky Henderson, Lambourn YELLOW and BLACK check, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK star.

112-2 C BF Breeder - Mme Catherine Boudot

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French bumper winner who landed 2m course juvenile on yard debut a year ago.

Not quite at that level despite finishing runner-up both starts since and current mark looks a shade too Nico de Boinville high.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

7

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6

10 10

B or Br g Jeremy (USA) - Cadia’s Lady (IRE) Owner - Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Trainer - Harry Fry, Seaborough EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap.

321-423 BF Breeder - Adrian Sutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the odds in maiden company in April and better form when placed twice switched to handicap company at up to 19.7f during the autumn. Unexposed and looks worth a go at this trip.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 123

8

ON TO VICTORY (GB) (24)

B g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Clouds of Magellan (USA) Owner - HP Racing On To Victory WHITE, RED seams, RED and WHITE quartered cap.

1013-44 BF

7

10

9

Trainer - Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder - The Aston House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful on the Flat and also won twice in this sphere last term. Fit from the level and already expensive to follow over hurdles in recent weeks. Now tries a new trip.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

9

HYDROPLANE (IRE) (29)

5

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Walk On Water Owner - John Nicholls Racing ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, checked sleeves.

15211-P C

10

B g Authorized (IRE) - Diena (FR) Owner - Mr P. Mott BLACK and GREY stripes.

042-63P BF

Gavin Sheehan

8

Trainer - Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder - Bloomsbury Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive over timber last term, notching 4 victories (latest in April). Good third in Chester Plate back on the Flat but pulled up back hurdling at Doncaster a month ago. Tongue tie now fitted.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 121

10 ALBERT VAN ORNUM (FR) (19)

Sean Bowen

4

10

Jonathan Burke

0

Trainer - Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder - E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2020: MONTE CRISTO (FR) 4 11 7 Daryl Jacob 25-1 (Nicky Henderson) 15 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3.

Betting Forecast: 4-1 An Tailliur (FR), 11-2 Earlofthecotswolds (FR), 13-2 Marie’s Rock (IRE), 15-2 Our Surprise (IRE), 8-1 Ecco (GB), Heross du Seuil (FR), 11-1 Commanche Red (IRE), On To Victory (GB), 22-1 Hydroplane (IRE), 50-1 Albert Van Ornum (FR) Race Summary: This is his toughest assignment yet, but AN TAILLIUR is just about the most progressive handicap hurdler around at present, winning his last 6 completed starts, and with his limit not yet reached, he can pass this test.

Earlofthecotswolds also arrives on a roll and has to be feared, along with Our Surprise, who remains unexposed.

1-2-3: 1.AN TAILLIUR (FR) 2.EARLOFTHECOTSWOLDS (FR) 3.OUR SURPRISE (IRE)

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TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-French 13f Flat winner. Clear signs of ability in juvenile/maiden hurdles but beaten a long way out in a lesser handicap than this last time and is 10lb out of the weights here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on Tom Cheesman (5) 7/12/2021 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 103

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15 Scottsdale (GB)

10-0

1 Anightinlambourn (IRE) 11-12

16 Hidden Cargo (IRE)

10-0

2 Heavey (GB)

17 Black Opium (GB)

10-0

WETHERBY Race 1 11.52

3m 45y

Ben Pauling Form: 4P3,

Kielan Woods TFR: HHHII

11-10

Neil Mulholland Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 420, TFR: HHHII

3 Morozov Cocktail (IRE) Tim Easterby Form: 24-6,

11-7

Jamie Hamilton TFR: HHHII

4 Kaphumor (FR)

11-5

Sue Smith Form: 2-12,

Ryan Mania TFR: HHHHH

5 Grey Atlantic Way (IRE) 10-12 Danny Brooke Form: 122,

Henry Brooke TFR: HHHHI

6 Sputnik (IRE)

10-8

Jackie Stephen Form: 3P4,

Bruce Lynn (5) TFR: HHHII

7 Croagh Patrick (IRE)

10-7

8 Eveque (FR)

10-6

Sam England Form: 023,

Jonathan England TFR: HHHII

Jane Walton Form: PP2,

Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHHII

9 Amber Run (IRE) Micky Hammond Form: 0/0-P,

10-5

Jack Hogan (7) TFR: HHIII

10 Vintage Glen (IRE)

10-2

11 Wells Gold (IRE)

10-0

Rose Dobbin Form: 2-23,

Dylan Johnston (7) TFR: HHHII

Sara Ender Form: 6/-0U,

Non Runner TFR: IIIII

12 Flaming Glory (IRE)

10-0

13 To The Limit (IRE)

10-0

14 Lough Salt (IRE)

10-0

Katie Scott Form: 534,

Stuart Coltherd Form: 63U,

Peter Winks Form: 5P4,

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHIII

Patrick Wadge (7) TFR: HHHII Edward Austin (5) TFR: HHIII

Peter Winks Form: 0UU,

Alison Johnson (7) TFR: HHIII

Jonathan Haynes Thomas Dowson Form: 0P5, TFR: HHIII

Tina Jackson Form: 6/-04,

Stephen Mulqueen TFR: HIIII

Race 2 12.27

2m 3f 154y

1 Just Jess (IRE) Sue Smith Form: PP-1,

11-5 Ryan Mania TFR: HHHII

2 Ballybough Mary (IRE) 10-12

Nigel Twiston-Davies Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 20-5, TFR: HHHII

3 Fonzerelli (IRE)

10-12

Rebecca Menzies Nathan Moscrop (3) Form: 6-24, TFR: HHHII

4 Galia des Liteaux (FR) 10-12 Dan Skelton Form: 1,

Harry Skelton TFR: HHHHH

5 Jen’s Georgie (GB)

10-12

6 Sashenka (GER)

10-12

Samuel Drinkwater Form: 030-,

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHIII

Michael Scudamore Adam Wedge Form: 2-20, TFR: HHHHI

7 Sheila Nash (IRE) Harry Whittington Form: 0-40,

8 Shighness (GB) Micky Hammond Form: 56-1,

9 Taragrace (IRE) Donald McCain Form: F05,

10-12 Henry Brooke TFR: HHHII

10-12 Billy Garritty TFR: HHHII

10-12

Peter Kavanagh (7) TFR: HHIII

Race 3 1.00

2m 3f 85y

1 Schiehallion Munro (GB)11-12 Micky Hammond Form: 26-F,

Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHHHH

2 Drumconnor Lad (IRE) 11-11 Adrian Keatley Form: P3-2,

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHHI

3 Mr Whipped (IRE) Brian Ellison Form: 14//P-,

11-8

Nathan Moscrop (3) TFR: HHHII

4 The Ferry Master (IRE) Sandy Thomson Form: 4-35,

5 Buster Valentine (IRE) Mark Walford Form: 01/-P,

10-12

Jamie Hamilton TFR: HHHII

6 Game of War (IRE) Olly Williams Form: 003,

10-12

Thomas Dowson TFR: HHHII

7 Twotwothree (IRE) Oliver Greenall Form: 31-4,

10-9

Henry Brooke TFR: HHHHI

8 Cracking Find (IRE) Sue Smith Form: 233,

11-4

Ryan Mania TFR: HHHII

10-4

Sam Twiston-Davies TFR: HHHII

Race 4 1.35

2m 3f 154y

1 Cafe Pushkin (FR)

11-12

Nigel Twiston-Davies Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 450-, TFR: HHHII

2 Doyen La Lutte (IRE) David Pipe Form: 534,

3 Well Educated (IRE) John Quinn Form: 3-43,

11-10

Henry Brooke TFR: HHHHH

4 Dedanser (IRE) Donald McCain Form: 334,

11-11

Fergus Gillard (3) TFR: HHHII

11-9

Peter Kavanagh (7) TFR: HHHHI

5 Garincha (IRE)

11-9

Neil Mulholland Form: 3-40,

Adam Wedge TFR: HHHII

6 Not What It Seems (IRE) 11-8 Micky Hammond Form: 264,

7 Fazayte (FR) Tom Symonds Form: 4/0-4,

Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHHII

11-8 Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHIII

8 High Moon (GB) Rebecca Menzies Form: 336,

11-7

Nathan Moscrop (3) TFR: HHHII

9 Jersey (IRE)

11-6

Dan Skelton Form: 460,

Harry Skelton TFR: HHHII

10 Lock Down Luke (GB)

11-5

11 Jaytee (GB)

11-4

Jackie Stephen Form: 343,

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHII

Ian Williams Form: 6/-52,

William Kennedy TFR: HHHHI

12 Sameem (IRE) Tim Easterby Form: 03P,

11-2 Jamie Hamilton TFR: HHHII

13 Ravenscar (IRE) Philip Kirby Form: 0/-60,

11-1

Thomas Dowson TFR: HHIII

14 Torngat (FR)

11-1

Tristan Davidson Form: 554,

Ryan Mania TFR: HHIII

15 One Step Too Far (IRE)

10-8

16 Grow Nasa Grow (IRE)

10-2

Joanne Foster Form: 6-0P,

Billy Garritty TFR: HIIII

Peter Winks Form: 11//-P,

Alison Johnson (7) TFR: HIIII

Race 5 2.10

3m 45y

1 Lord du Mesnil (FR)

11-12

2 Top Ville Ben (IRE)

11-12

3 Cloudy Glen (IRE)

11-12

4 Lake View Lad (IRE)

11-11

Richard Hobson Form: P-FP, Philip Kirby Form: P5F,

Kielan Woods TFR: HHHII

Thomas Dowson TFR: HHHII

Venetia Williams Form: 2P-1,

Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHHII

N. W. Alexander Form: F0-3,

Henry Brooke TFR: HHHII

5 Good Boy Bobby (IRE)

11-8

6 Takingrisks (IRE)

11-7

Nigel Twiston-Davies Form: 312,

Nicky Richards Form: P-66,

Sam Twiston-Davies TFR: HHHHI Sean Quinlan TFR: HHIII

7 Silver Hallmark (GB)

11-7

8 Windsor Avenue (IRE)

11-7

Fergal O’Brien Form: 21-4, Brian Ellison Form: 60-2,

Adam Wedge TFR: HHHHH

Nathan Moscrop (3) TFR: HHHII

9 Empire Steel (IRE) Sandy Thomson Form: 1P-2,

10 Debece (GB)

11-3 Ryan Mania TFR: HHHHI

10-11

Dan Skelton Form: PP2-,

Harry Skelton TFR: HHHHI

Race 6 2.45

2m 5f 56y

1 Severance (GB)

11-12

Ben Pauling Form: 53-0,

Kielan Woods TFR: HHHII

Race 7 3.20

2m

1 Lord Condi (IRE)

11-10

Danny Brooke Form: 410,

Billy Garritty TFR: HHIII

2 Wor Verge (GB)

11-10

Susan Corbett Nathan Moscrop (3) Form: 211, TFR: HHHHI

3 Ballybreeze (GB) Samuel Drinkwater Form: 504,

11-9

Adam Wedge TFR: HHHHH

2 Unexpected Party (FR) 11-11

4 Feel The Pinch (GB)

11-9

3 Ask Paddington (IRE)

5 Lucky Lover Boy (IRE)

11-8

6 Applaus (GER)

11-8

Dan Skelton Form: 412,

Rebecca Menzies Form: P06,

Harry Skelton TFR: HHHHH

4 Into Overdrive (GB) Mark Walford Form: 41-5,

11-10

Nathan Moscrop (3) TFR: HHHII

11-7

Jamie Hamilton TFR: HHHII

Fergal O’Brien Form: 02/-0,

Max Kendrick TFR: HHIII

Oliver Greenall Form: 00-0,

Henry Brooke TFR: HHHII

Micky Hammond Form: 4-52,

Jack Hogan (7) TFR: HHIII

5 The Brimming Water (IRE)11-7

7 Near Kettering (GB)

11-7

6 Silva Eclipse (GB)

8 Zamond (FR)

11-7

Samuel Drinkwater Form: 1-25,

Sam Twiston-Davies TFR: HHHII

Sue Smith Form: 50P,

7 Perfect Man (IRE) Micky Hammond Form: 660,

11-7 Ryan Mania TFR: HHHII

11-4

Jack Hogan (7) TFR: HHIII

Sam England Form: 15F,

Donald McCain Form: 514,

Jonathan England TFR: HHHII

Miss Abbie McCain (5) TFR: HHHII

9 Kihavah (GB) Adrian Keatley Form: 603,

11-7 Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHII

8 The Delray Munky (GB) 11-2

10 Demi Sang (FR)

9 Fly Smart (FR)

11 Thomas Cranmer (USA) 11-0

Iain Jardine Form: RP-6,

Venetia Williams Form: 2//50-,

Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHHII

11-2 Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHHII

10 Desaray Girl (FR) Micky Hammond Form: P-55,

10-9 Billy Garritty TFR: HHHII

Sara Ender Form: 020,

Tina Jackson Form: 44,

11-2 Jamie Hamilton TFR: HHIII

Stephen Mulqueen TFR: HHHII

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• If you purchased your tickets/badges/car park labels at Kempton on the day, please send your tickets/ badges with your name & address to: Ticket Refunds, Kempton Park Racecourse, Staines Road East, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex TW16 5AQ. • A refund will be made by cheque, please allow at least four weeks for requests to be processed.

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Behaviour & Dress Code The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission to all enclosures or eject any person from the racecourse. If refused or ejected from the racecourse patrons will not be entitled to a refund.

When leaving the Racecourse please be considerate of our neighbours. Racegoers must abide by any regulations, including the observance of designated no-drinking areas and dress code. The dress code is casual in all areas, however, ripped denim, sports shorts and football shirts are not permitted.

Emergency Evacuation Kempton Park Racecourse has significantly enhanced Safety and Security measures this year to enhance your safety, comfort and enjoyment of the day. However, an incident may occur which is beyond our control and it is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency. As part of our safety management, we have employed professionally trained and experienced stewards and you will see them at various points throughout the racecourse.

In the event of a situation, which requires partial or full evacuation of the stands or racecourse, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your immediate belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and calmly with the guidance of the stewards.

The evacuation procedures have been carefully planned to lead you to a safe area. Should it be necessary to evacuate the course itself, there will be two main options; firstly to return to your vehicles if safe to do so and leave via the main entrance.

Secondly should it not be safe to return to your vehicles, you will be requested to leave via an emergency evacuation gate, to the main assembly points; the North Entrance, the South Entrance or the Holly Tree Gate. If these areas are compromised the evacuation will be directed to the centre of the course, where you will receive further instruction.

It may give you peace of mind if you pre plan and agree a meeting place, just in case you become separated from your party.

The above is precautionary only and we trust that the procedures will never be required. However, in the event of an emergency, remember; take your belongings with you under the directions of the stewards, proceed quickly and calmly to the safe area.

RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.45 - THE PLAY LADBROKES 5-A-SIDE ON FOOTBALL NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) About Two Miles (2M) For Novice Four Yrs Old And Upwards Total Race Value £20000. Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10406 to the winning horse The second to receive £4784, the third £2392, the fourth £1196, the fifth £598 and the sixth £298. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 5lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 8lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, December 23rd. 12 entries at £100. - Closed December 20th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7950; Second £3974; Third £1988; Fourth £994; Fifth £496; Sixth £248. (Penalty Value £10406)A SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.20 - THE GET YOUR LADBROKES £1 FREE BET TODAY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Two Miles About Four And A Half Furlongs (2M 4F 110Yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions) Total Race Value £23400. Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11981 to the winning horse The second to receive £5519, the third £2758, the fourth £1381, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £110 stake if the horse is rated 121 or higher, or £22 stake if the horse is rated 120 or lower with £88 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Lowest weight 10st 3lb; Highest weight 11st 8lb Penalties, after December 18th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, December 23rd. 15 entries, at £110. - Closed December 20th, 2021.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £9181; Second £4591; Third £2295; Fourth £1148; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280.

(Penalty Value £11981.20)Weights Raised 1Lbs And Paragraph 34 Of The Weights And Handicapping Code Complied With Where Applicable.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.55 - THE LADBROKES KAUTO STAR NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (In Memory of Nigel Clark) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) About Three Miles (3M) For Novice Four Yrs Old And Upwards, Total Race Value £100000. Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56950 to the winning horse The second to receive £21370, the third £10700 and the fourth £5330. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner until November 1st, 2022. Ladbrokes will also present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, December 23rd. 6 entries at £500. Closed December 20th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470. (Penalty Value £56950)A SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.30 - THE LADBROKES CHRISTMAS HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) About Two Miles (2M) For Four Yrs Old And Upwards, Total Race Value £130000. Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £74035 to the winning horse The second to receive £27781, the third £13910, the fourth £6929 and the fifth £3484. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £650 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 11st 7lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner until November 1st, 2022. Ladbrokes will also present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, December 23rd. 6 entries at £650. - Closed December 20th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £56654; Second £23257; Third £11635; Fourth £5811; Fifth £2912. (Penalty Value £74035)A SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.05 - THE LADBROKES KING GEORGE VI STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) About Three Miles (3M) For Four Yrs Old And Upwards, Total Race Value £250000. Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £142375 to the winning horse The second to receive £53425, the third £26750, the fourth £13325, the fifth £6700 and the sixth £3350. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, November 2nd and pay £300 stake, Scratch by noon, November 30th or pay £500, Confirm by noon, December 20th and pay £450, Supplementary Entry by noon, December 20th and pay £5000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 10lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner until November 1st, 2022.

Ladbrokes will also present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 72 Hour Declarations apply for this race. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, December 23rd. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will be led past the stands before turning and cantering to the start. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 31 entries, 6 at £300, 15 at £800, 10 at £1250. Closed November 2nd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £108950; Second £44725; Third £22375; Fourth £11175; Fifth £5600; Sixth £2800. (Penalty Value £142375)A SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.40 - THE LADBROKES WE PLAY TOGETHER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Two Miles About Five Furlongs (2M 5F) for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions) Total Race Value £21400. Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10892 to the winning horse The second to receive £5018, the third £2508, the fourth £1256, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. 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 109 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 18th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, December 23rd. 20 entries, 0 at £20 and 20 at £100. - Closed December 20th, 2021.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £8346; Second £4174; Third £2086; Fourth £1044; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280.

(Penalty Value £10892)Weights Raised 1Lb And Paragraph 34 Of The Weights And Handicapping Code Complied With Where Applicable.

SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE.

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LADBROKES KING GEORGE VI CHASE ROLL OF HONOUR 1937-2020 YEAR

WINNER

Jockey/Trainer

YEAR

WINNER

Jockey/Trainer

1937

Southern Hero

1984

Burrough Hill Lad

1938

Airgead Sios

J: J. Fawcus T: G. Evans J: T. McNeill T: V. Tabor

J: John Francome T: Jenny Pitman J: Graham Bradley T: Monica Dickinson J: Simon Sherwood T: David Elsworth J: André Pommier T: François Doumen J: Simon Sherwood T: David Elsworth J: Richard Dunwoody T: David Elsworth J: Richard Dunwoody T: David Elsworth J: Adam Kondrat T: François Doumen J: Adam Kondrat T: François Doumen J: Adrian Maguire T: David Nicholson J: Philippe Chevalier T: François Doumen J: Richard Dunwoody T: Gordon W. Richards J: Richard Dunwoody T: Gordon W. Richards J: Andrew Thornton T: Paul Nicholls J: Norman Williamson T: Venetia Williams J: Mick Fitzgerald T: Paul Nicholls J: Thierry Doumen T: François Doumen J: Adrian Maguire T: Willie Mullins J: Tony McCoy T: Henrietta Knight J: Jim Culloty T: Henrietta Knight J: Barry Geraghty T: Tom Taaffe J: Barry Geraghty T: Tom Taaffe J: Ruby Walsh T: Paul Nicholls J: Ruby Walsh T: Paul Nicholls J: Ruby Walsh T: Paul Nicholls J: Ruby Walsh T: Paul Nicholls J: Sam Waley-Cohen T: Nicky Henderson J: Ruby Walsh T: Paul Nicholls J: Sam Waley-Cohen T: Nicky Henderson J: Noel Fehily T: Paul Nicholls J: Noel Fehily T: Paul Nicholls J: Paddy Brennan T: Colin Tizzard J: Tom Scudamore T: Colin Tizzard J: Nico de Boinville T: Nicky Henderson J: Harry Cobden T: Paul Nicholls J: Sam Twiston-Davies T: Paul Nicholls J: Bryony Frost T: Paul Nicholls

1939-1946 no race

1947

Rowland Roy

1948

Cottage Rake

1949

Finnure

1950

Manicou

1951

Statecraft

1952

Halloween

1953

Galloway Braes

1954

Halloween

1955

Limber Hill

1956

Rose Park

1957

Mandarin

1958

Lochroe

1959

Mandarin

1960

Saffron Tartan

J: Bryan Marshall T: Fulke Walwyn J: Aubrey Brabazon T: Vincent O’Brien J: Dick Francis T: George Beeby J: Bryan Marshall T: Peter Cazalet J: Tony Grantham T: Peter Cazalet J: Fred Winter T: Bill Wightman J: Bert Morrow T: Alec Kilpatrick J: Fred Winter T: Bill Wightman J: Jimmy Power T: Bill Dutton J: Michael Scudamore T: Peter Cazalet J: Gerry Madden T: Fulke Walwyn J: Arthur Freeman T: Peter Cazalet J: Gerry Madden T: Fulke Walwyn J: Fred Winter T: Don Butchers

1961-1962 no race 1963

Mill House

1964

Frenchman’s Cove

1965

Arkle

1966

Dormant

J: Willie Robinson T: Fulke Walwyn J: Stan Mellor T: Harry Thomson Jones J: Pat Taaffe T: Tom Dreaper J: Jeff King T: John Wells-Kendrew

1967-1968 no race

1985

Wayward Lad

1986

Desert Orchid

1987

Nupsala

1988

Desert Orchid

1989

Desert Orchid

1990

Desert Orchid

1991

The Fellow

1992

The Fellow

1993

Barton Bank

1994

Algan

1995

One Man

1996

One Man

1997

See More Business

1998

Teeton Mill

1999

See More Business

2000

First Gold

2001

Florida Pearl

2002

Best Mate

2003

Edredon Bleu

2004

Kicking King

2005

Kicking King

Kauto Star

Titus Oates

J: Stan Mellor T: Gordon W. Richards

2006 2007

Kauto Star

1971

The Dikler

2008

Kauto Star

1972

Pendil

J: Barry Brogan T: Fulke Walwyn J: Richard Pitman T: Fred Winter J: Richard Pitman T: Fred Winter J: Bobby Coonan T: Pat Taaffe J: Gerry Newman T: Pat Taaffe J: Graham Thorner T: Tim Forster J: Martin O’Halloran T: Peter Cundell J: Tommy Carmody T: Tony Dickinson J: Tommy Carmody T: Tony Dickinson J: Tommy Carmody T: Michael Dickinson

2009

Kauto Star

1969

1970 no race

1973

Pendil

1974

Captain Christy

1975

Captain Christy

1976

Royal Marshall II

1977

Bachelor’s Hall

1978

Gay Spartan

1979

Silver Buck

1980

Silver Buck

1981 no race

1982

Wayward Lad

1983

Wayward Lad

J: John Francome T: Monica Dickinson J: Robert Earnshaw T: Michael Dickinson

2010

Long Run

2011

Kauto Star

2012

Long Run

2013

Silviniaco Conti

2014

Silviniaco Conti

2015

Cue Card

2016

Thistlecrack

2017

Might Bite

2018

Clan des Obeaux

2019

Clan des Obeaux

2020

Frodon