Kempton Park Racecard- Saturday 18th March

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SATURDAY 18 MARCH

KEMPTON PARK RACECOURSE

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RACECOURSE OFFICIALS:

CHAIRMAN

Richard Fuller

COMMITTEE

Simon Burgoyne, Katy Mitchell, Hayley Moore, Rishi Persad, Simon Philip, Mike Sackman, Hannah Vowles

GENERAL MANAGER

Simon Durrant

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

Beverley Frith

CLERK OF THE COURSE & REGIONAL HEAD OF RACING

Brian Clifford – 07880 784484

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

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STEWARDS

Tony McGlone (Chief Steward)

Lucinda Cavendish (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Milly Bersey, Josie Brown, Gordan Markham

STARTERS

Willie Jardine, Wayne Hutchinson

JUDGE

Paul Champion

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Graham Ford

HANDICAPPER

Michael Harris

VETERINARY OFFICER

Sally Bate

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Simon Knapp, L.V.O., B.Sc., B.VetMed., M.R.C.V.S.

Clive Hamblin, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S

Jamie Knapp, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S

Luke Hepburn, B.Sc., BVSc, M.R.C.V.S

David Dugdale, VetMB, CertEP, CertESM, M.R.C.V.S

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Lucy Free, Dr Rob Cullen

Dr Peter Johnson, Dr Mark Gorvin

Dr Graeme Robertson, Dr Rizwan Ghani, Dr Ramy Saker

Dr John Heathcock

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Carol Leggett, Vince McKevitt, Stuart Shilston

COMMENTATOR

Ian Bartlett

BETTING RING MANAGER

Andrew Boardley

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Sarah Drabwell

DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEADS

Brian Clifford

Beverley Frith

2 BRAVEMANSGAME (FR) (58) 11114-1 CD 7 11-10

B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Genifique (FR) Harry Cobden

John Dance and Bryan Drew

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel Morson Group, Vertem Asset Management

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed in Aintree Grade 1 novice on final start last season but that’s his only defeat in 6 outings over fences, bouncing back in good style when 3 1/2 lengths clear in Charlie Hall on Wetherby reappearance. Respected for trainer with outstanding record in this. TFRHHHHI BHA164

RACECARD

1. FORM

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

MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM

- = 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

BETTING

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EXPERT VIEW

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

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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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5. JOCKEY

FIRST RACE 1.30

THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB

RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £21400

Owners Prize Money. 1st £8643, 2nd £4321, 3rd £2161, 4th £1081, 5th £539 (Penalty Value £11301.34)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Nicholls (46 wins from 251 runners, 18%) runs CAP DU MATHAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs CAP DU MATHAN

Longest Traveller: ATHOLL STREET trained by Alexandra Dunn, Wellington, 153 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 CAP DU MATHAN (FR) (17) 423112 BF

8 11-10

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Nounjya du Mathan (FR) Harry Cobden J

O The Stewart Family Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEWDual-winninghurdlerwhoopenedaccountoverfencesatthefourthattemptinnovicehandicapatTaunton(2m)inJanuary Jumpedwellwhen followingupinanExeternovice(19.2f)andfarfromdisgracedwhensecondof3atWincanton17daysago Willremaincompetitive. TFRHHHHI BHA135

2 WHISTLEINTHEDARK (IRE) (31) 133-211

8 11-9

Br B g Fame And Glory - Last of Many (IRE) Patrick Cowley (3) J

O Racing On Together Club L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T

B Mrs Kathleen McKeever

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved since switched to fences, making it 2 from 2 in this sphere when again making all at Wetherby last month. More to come and should make a bold bid for the hat-trick from revised mark. TFRHHHHH BHA134

3 ANY NEWS (IRE) (36) 343-003

8 11-2

Br Ch g Stowaway - Kisskiss Bang Bang (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Jane Nuala Cartwright Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Aileen Persse & Hannah Persse Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWBumper/maidenhurdlewinnerwhoarriveswinlessoverfencesbutreturnedtoform(infirst-timetonguetie)whenthirdin5-runner Kemptonhandicap(18f)lastmonth.Handicapperhasaffordedhimachanceifhecanbackthatupinfirst-timecheekpieces.

4 STORMIN CROSSGALES (IRE) (121) 06231-1

TFRHHHII BHA127

6 11-1

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Nodelay (IRE) Jonathan Burke J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates-Stormin Cr Tom George, Slad T

B Mrs Margaret M. Lynch Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa S

TIMEFORMVIEWSignedofflasttermwithWincantonmaidenhurdlesuccessandwentinatthefirsttimeofaskingover fences there in November, making all. Off since but has more to offer in this sphere.

5 QUID PRO QUO (IRE) (28) 6/-1140P

TFRHHHHI BHA126

7 10-13

Br Ch g Beat Hollow - Thieving Gypsy (IRE) Fergus Gregory J

O Mr John P. McManus

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwholandedhisfirst2startsoverhurdlesinmaiden/noviceeventsatupto21.5flastyear However,cameupshortinacouple ofGrade2eventsreturningfromabreakinOctoberandhemadeaninauspiciousstarttohischasingcareeratHaydocklastmonth.

6 ATHOLL STREET (IRE) (11) 1P/223-F

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Allthewhile (IRE)

O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd

B Sunnyhill Stud

TFRHHHII BHA124

8 10-7

Conor Ring (3) J

Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden/novice hurdle winner at Taunton in late 2020 but failed to progress over fences last season for Paul Nicholls. Totally ignored in the betting and fell on reappearance/stable debut 11 days ago

7 TRIPLE TRADE (GB) (21) 0-FPP22

TFRHHIII BHA118

7 10-5

Br B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Doubly Guest Brendan Powell J

O SJS Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Guy Bloodstock Ltd

Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWWinner of a decent handicap hurdle at Lingfield in early 2022. Failed to complete first 3 starts over fences but muchmore like it when runner-uptwiceinrecentweeks.SeemedtogetoutbattledatChepstowandsuspicionisthatheneedseverythingtodropright. TFRHHHII BHA115

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 5, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 4.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1

(IRE), 17-2

Crossgales (IRE), 7-2 Whistleinthedark (IRE), 4-1

Du Mathan (FR), 7-1

Trade (GB), 9-1

Pro Quo (IRE), 33-1

Street (IRE)

WHISTLEINTHEDARK has been transformed by the switch to fences and application of a hood, winning a match at Wetherby a month ago, and while the assessor has had his say, Laura Morgan’s charge could be up to the task. Stormin Crossgales and Cap du Mathan head the opposition.

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EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS

Working alongside the Racecourse Association (RCA), bookmakers have introduced standard each-way betting terms across Jockey Club Racecourses. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners: win bets only, no places offered

• 3 or 4 runners: all to win. Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position he may offer place terms for 3 or 4 runners, this must be at 1/5 odds a place 1-2

• 5 to 7 runners (inclusive): 1/4 (one quarter) odds for finishing 1st or 2nd

• 8 or more runners: 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

• Handicap races with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive): 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

• Handicap races with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive): 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th

• Handicap races with 22 or more runners: 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

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SECOND RACE 2.05

THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £40000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £15900, 2nd £7948, 3rd £3976, 4th £1988, 5th £992, 6th £496 (Penalty Value £20812) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (53 wins from 226 runners, 23%) runs THE BOMBER LISTON

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs OUTLAW PETER

Longest Traveller: A DIFFERENT KIND trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 178 miles.

1 PRESS YOUR LUCK (IRE) (28) 1UPP01 CD 8 12-0

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Merry Gladness (IRE) Mr Freddie Gordon (7) J

O Cox, Lloyd & Finden Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Gregory Rossiter Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who returned to form from out of the blue when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle at Wincanton (21.4f, good) 28 days ago, easing clear Can make presence felt if in the same form. TFRHHHII BHA138

2 PULL AGAIN GREEN (IRE) (127) 1411-34 D 7 11-10

Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Clogher Valley (IRE) Liam Harrison (3) J

O Roy & Sally Green Tony & Karen Exall Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Robert Kirkwood Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEWUseful/progressive form over hurdles last season, winning 3 times. Has physical scope but was a shade disappointing on both outings overfencesintheautumn.Returnstohurdlingnowafterabreakwithatonguestrapfitted.Alsohadbreathingopsincelastseen.

3 A DIFFERENT KIND (IRE) (49) 130-206

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Ma Minx (IRE)

6 11-9

HHHII BHA134

Peter Kavanagh (5) J

O Mr Dene Rowe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulnovicehurdlerlastseasonandmadeanencouraginghandicapdebut/reappearancewhenshort-headsecondof11atAintree.Disappointing intheGreatwoodatCheltenhamandfarednobetterbackupintripafter10weeksoffatUttoxeter.Hasbeengivenabreathingopsince.

4 HARBOUR LAKE (IRE) (63) B1-134P D

Br Br g Shantou (USA) - Aibrean (IRE)

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

TFRHHHII BHA133

7 11-8

Sam Twiston-Davies J

Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Miss Patricia Duffin Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWWonhisfirst4completedstartsoverhurdlesandcreditableeffortsindefeatincompetitivehandicapsbeforeChristmas,includinginthe Greatwood.LabouredeffortinthemudintheLanzarotewhenlastseeninJanuarybutcouldgetbackontrackawayfromthemud.

5 OUTLAW PETER (IRE) (17) 121P21 CD

TFRHHHII BHA132

7 11-6

Br B g Mustameet (USA) - My Katie (IRE) Harry Cobden J

O The Stewart Family,Dench,Ferguson&Mason

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Louis Robinson Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulhurdlerwhomadethemostofagoodopportunitywhenresumingwinningwaysin5-runnernovice at Wincanton (21.4f) 17 days ago, always holding on. Respected on just his second start in a handicap.

6 UHTRED (IRE) (79) 1P330P

TFRHHHHI BHA130

8 11-5

Br B g Fame And Glory - Ingred Hans (IRE) Fergus Gregory J

O Craig & Laura Buckingham

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B J. Mangan Manor Farm Bloodstock S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdlerwhoendedtimewithJosephO’Brieningoodheart,successfulin19.3fbeginnerschaseatDownpatrick in August. Hasn’t made much of an impact for present connections, though, including back in this sphere.

7 LADY ADARE (IRE) (68) 1/111-6

Br B m Sholokhov (IRE) - En Vedette (FR)

O Dare and Dolan-Abrahams Families

B Louis G. Vambeck

TFRHHIII BHA129

7 11-4

Jonathan Burke J

Harry Fry, Corscombe T

Grosvenor Sport S

TIMEFORM VIEWMadeallinabumperforMickyHammondandcompletedstraightforwardtaskswhenwinningfirst3startsoverhurdlesin2021/22.Losther unbeatenrecordwithabitofawhimperonherreturnatTauntoninJanuaryandhashadabreathingoperationsince.Bittoprove

8 YORKSEA (IRE) (35) 321-414

Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Queen’s Jewel

O Aura (Gas) Holdings Ltd

B Wertheimer & Frere

TFRHHHII BHA128

5 11-2

Niall Houlihan (3) J

Gary Moore, Horsham T

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWFairFlatwinnerinFrancewhocapitalisedonthedropingradeinreadyfashionatFontwellonBoxingDay.RanastormerwhenfourthintheBetfairHurdle atNewburysubsequently,finishingwithrunningleftfromapoorposition,andthere’sbetterstilltocome,especiallynowmovingupintrip TFRHHHHH BHA126

9 TOO FRIENDLY (GB) (28) 5-42224 5 11-2

Br B g Camelot - Chatline (IRE) Bridget Andrews J

O The Gredley Family Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Unex Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon2juvenilehurdleslastseason(alsofifthinFredWinter)andhasbeenshapingwellindefeatthisterm,doing best of those held up when fourth in a competitive handicap at Ascot (19.3f) on most recent outing. Player. TFRHHHHI BHA126

10 SCARFACE (IRE) (28) 20-11P4 D 6 11-2

Br B g Milan - Consider Her Lucky (GER) Brendan Powell J

O Mr K Leggett, Susan and John Waterworth Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mrs Lisa Doran Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedfairlyusefulformoverhurdlesatthebeginningof2022andreturnedtowinabraceofnoviceeventsintheautumn.Failedtogivehisrunning intheLanzaroteonhandicapdebutbutwastednotimegettingbackontrackwhenfourthinHaydockGrade2.Interestingbackdownintrip. TFRHHHII BHA126

11 THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) (50) 312-04P 7 10-13

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - True Britannia Nico de Boinville J

O Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mrs Una Sinnott

TIMEFORMVIEWSeeminglyhardtotrainbutranwellafter 8monthsofftohittheframeoverC&D(soft)onBoxingDay. Shaped as if amiss when pulled up in similar event at Huntingdon since. TFRHHHII BHA123

12 MOVEIT LIKE MINNIE (IRE) (37) 46-1213 D BF 6 10-7

Br B g Libertarian - Cassandrasway (IRE) Finn Lambert (5) J

O Mr F. J. Mills Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Ms Ruth Young Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWAnimprovedperformerinatonguestrapthisterm,resumingwinningwaysatHuntingdon(20.6f)inJanuarybefore an excellent third in a better quality event from 4lb out of the weights there last time Should go well again.

TFRHHHII BHA117

2022: PRESS YOUR LUCK (IRE) 7 10 11 Jamie Moore 10-1 (Chris Gordon) 17 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 7, 12.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2, 3, 7.

Stewards Note:

HARBOUR LAKE: Following its run on 14/1/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.

THE BOMBER LISTON: Following its run on 27/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Outlaw Peter (IRE), 6-1 Yorksea (IRE), 17-2 Scarface (IRE), 9-1 Press Your Luck (IRE), Too Friendly (GB), 10-1 Harbour Lake (IRE), 11-1 Pull Again Green (IRE), 12-1 A Different Kind (IRE), Moveit Like Minnie (IRE), 18-1 The Bomber Liston (IRE), 20-1 Lady Adare (IRE), 40-1 Uhtred (IRE)

YORKSEA ran a cracker to finish fourth in the Betfair Hurdle last month, especially considering he had such a hopeless position tactically, so he’s very much one to be interested in over this longer trip Too Friendly has been shaping well in defeat this season and looks sure to be adding to his 2 juvenile wins soon enough. Outlaw Peter is having just his second run in a handicap and completes the shortlist in a competitive event.

THIRD RACE 2.40

THE VIRGIN BET FIVES HANDICAP STEEPLE

CHASE

(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £60000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £23850, 2nd £11922, 3rd £5964, 4th £2982, 5th £1488, 6th £744.

(Penalty Value £31218)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (53 wins from 226 runners, 23%) runs FANTASTIC LADY and MISTER FISHER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs COMPLETE UNKNOWN Longest Traveller: GALAHAD QUEST trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 173 miles.

1 BRAVE SEASCA (FR) (49) 13F-10P D 8 12-2

Br Bl g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Miss Laveron (FR) Charlie Deutsch J

O Brooks & Taylor Families Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when easily winning 2 1/2m handicap chase at Aintree on return. Not in the same form in 2 runs at Cheltenham in January but claims if back to the Aintree form.

2 MISTER FISHER (IRE) (81) 4P2-F4P CD 9 11-10

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - That’s Amazing (IRE) Nico de Boinville J

O James & Jean Potter Ltd Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Joe Kenny Potter Group S

TIMEFORM VIEWSmartchaserwhowonaGrade2overC&Dlastwinter Verydisappointingsofarthisseasonbutiswellhandicappedifa wind operation since last seen over Christmas has a positive effect. Interesting to see how he goes in the betting.

3 COMPLETE UNKNOWN (IRE) (63) 212-512 D BF 7 11-6

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Silver Stream (IRE) Harry Cobden J

O JCG Chua & I Warwick Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mr & Mrs A. Cox Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWDevelopedintoausefulhurdlerlastseasonandmadeawinningstartoverfencesatFfosLas(21f,heavy)inDecember. Respectable 13 lengths third in 3m Warwick Grade 2 novice since. Major player back in a handicap

TFRHHHHH BHA142

4 FANTASTIC LADY (FR) (76) 113U-10 D 8 11-5

Br B m Network (GER) - Latitude (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Mr E. R. Hanbury Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Evan Hanbury Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful chaser who won a 3m Market Rasen Listed mares’ race on her reapperance in November but no impact in a competitive handicap at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day. Nico de Boinville seemingly prefers Mister Fisher TFRHHHII BHA141

5 FIDELIO VALLIS (FR) (41) 11244-2 C

8 11-5

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Quora Vallis (FR) Paul O’Brien J

O Mr Jonathan Gregory Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn T

B Mr Andre Noel Dutertre All Sport Insurance Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWUseful forPaulNicholls in2021andmadea goodstartforhis newstableafter 14monthsoffwhen second at Musselburgh (2m) 6 weeks ago, going with his usual zest out in front. High on the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA141

6 SILVER HALLMARK (GB) (49) 4P3-530 D 9 11-1

Br Br or Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Gaye Sophie

Connor Brace J

O Mr & Mrs William Rucker Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B R. F. and S. D. Knipe

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 novice chase winner in January 2021. Just the one effort of real substance since, namely when third of 12 in a Cheltenham handicap (19.5f) on penultimate start, but he’s of some interest here off his reduced mark. TFRHHHII BHA137

7 ROUGE VIF (FR) (50) 34-F506 9 11-1

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Rouge Amour (FR) Daryl Jacob J

O Peake, Slater, Isy & Partners Harry Whittington, Sparsholt T

B S.A.R.L. Ecurie D & A. Montbroussous Webbswood S

TIMEFORM VIEWHigh-classchaseratbest.FailedtoshineinahandfulofrunsforPaulNichollsanddownthefieldoverhurdlesonhisfirst2starts sincerejoiningHarryWhittington,butdidatleasthintatarevivalbackchasingwhensixthatDoncasterinJanuary

8 GALAHAD QUEST (FR) (22) 52-2021 D

Br B g American Post - Atacames (FR)

O Holt, Macnabb, Robinson & Jeffrey

TFRHHHII BHA137

7 10-12

David Noonan J

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T

B Mr Bruno Vagne Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a drop in the weights when seeing off 8 rivals in a 2 1/2m Warwick handicap

comfortably and should remain competitive after a 7lb rise

9 BEAKSTOWN (IRE) (12) 613-444 D 10 10-11

Br B g Stowaway - Midnight Reel (IRE) Bridget Andrews J

O Bryan Drew Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Geoffrey Thompson Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Tricky customer (often finds little). Couldn’t knock his reappearance fourth in the Old Roan at Aintree but he’s been below that level when filling the same position twice since.

TFRHHIII BHA133

10 CAPTAIN TOM CAT (IRE) (106) 1F-20P0 D 8 10-11

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Miss Molly Malone (IRE) Charlie Hammond J

O Deva Racing (CTC) Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T

B P. Motherway Deva Racing Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWDevelopedintoaprettysmartchaserlastyear,successful4timesincludingaGrade2atWincanton.CreditablesecondinHexhamhandicap hurdleonreappearancebuthasfoundlifetougherbackoverfencessince.A3-monthbreakneedstohavehadarevivingeffect. TFRHHIII BHA133

11 DUBLIN FOUR (IRE) (35) 1-52035 D

9 10-10

Br Ch g Arakan (USA) - Eluna Jack Hogan (5) J

O DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Peter and Patsy Stone Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at around 2 1/2m last term and has largely run with credit this season, including fifth of 12 over 3m at Uttoxeter last month. Drops back in trip with Jack Hogan taking a handy 5lb off his back.

12 JACAMAR (GER) (21) 406610 CD

TFRHHHII BHA132

8 10-10

Br B g Maxios - Juvena (GER) Jonathan Burke J

O Mark & Maria Adams Milton Harris, Warminster T

B J. Imm Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Leicester in February but came unstuck in a more competitive race here (3m) since. This isn’t much easier

13 ONE TRUE KING (IRE) (24) 105563 D

TFRHHIII BHA132

8 10-6

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Final Leave (IRE) Jordan Nailor J

O RacehorseClub.com Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Joe Fogarty RacehorseClub.com S

TIMEFORM VIEW Followed Market Rasen reappearances success with a couple of inauspicious displays but has worked his way back to form this year, finishing third of 6 over 3m at Ludlow latest.

TFRHHHII BHA128

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: KILLER CLOWN (IRE) 8 11 3 Adam Wedge 11-2 (Emma Lavelle) 10 ran

Visor worn by No 12. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 8, 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 8, 9, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2.

Stewards Note:

BRAVE SEASCA: Following its run on 28/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Complete Unknown (IRE), 15-2 Fidelio Vallis (FR), 9-1 Galahad Quest (FR), 10-1 Mister Fisher (IRE), Rouge Vif (FR), 11-1 Fantastic Lady (FR), 14-1 Brave Seasca (FR), Dublin Four (IRE), 16-1 Silver Hallmark (GB), Beakstown (IRE), 18-1 Jacamar (GER), 22-1 One True King (IRE), 25-1 Captain Tom Cat (IRE)

A number with chances in a competitive handicap There should be more to come from COMPLETE UNKNOWN after just 2 starts over fences so he’s taken to prove too strong for former stablemate Fidelio Vallis, who made a good start for new trainer Harry Derham at Musselburgh last month. Galahad Quest completes the shortlist.

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FOURTH RACE 3.17

THE VIRGIN BET MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ™ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418.

(Penalty Value £4356.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (22 wins from 130 runners, 17%) runs VICKI VALE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 35 runners, 20%) runs VICKI VALE

Longest Traveller: WESTERN SAFIRE trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 136 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 VICKI VALE (IRE) (30) 2-1P24

6 11-9

Br B m Westerner - Byerley Sophie (IRE) Bridget Andrews J

O Bullen-Smith & Faulks Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Byerley Stud Ltd Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Taking winner on hurdles debut in November Better than result when pulled up in Grade 1 Challow over Christmas and her 2 subsequent efforts confirm she’s quite useful. This looks a very good opportunity for a second win. TFRHHHHH BHA120

2 WESTERN SAFIRE (IRE) (35) 021 D

5 11-9

Br B m Westerner - Silver Sophfire Patrick Cowley (3) J

O Miss C. Williamson L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T

B Mrs O. O’Leary Lucey

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedabilityinpairofbumpersforMartinKeighleyandmadeasuccessfulhurdles/stabledebutafter 8 months off at Uttoxeter (2m) a month ago. That was a poor contest but she’s likely to improve.

3 CECI WELLS (GB) (26) 6

6 11-2

TFRHHHII BHA-

Br B m Orientor - Theatrical Dancer Daryl Jacob J

O Mrs & Exors the Late Mr Philip C. Smith Paul Webber Banbury T

B Mr Philip C. Smith & Mrs Joyce W. Smith Philip C Smith Commercials Ltd, Fairfax Saddles S

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little at up to 13f on the Flat and same story on recent hurdles debut. Cheekpieces on.

TFRHIIII BHA-

4 ELIZA DOLITTLE (IRE) (87) 66

5 11-2

Br B m Califet (FR) - Cove (IRE) James Davies J

O Mr Michael O’Shea Nick Gifford, Findon T

B P. Connell Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Stoutly bred and shaped like a stayer in a brace of bumpers. Kept to 2m for hurdles debut.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 FIRST VENTURE (IRE) (82) 1PP

5 11-2

Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Be My Gesture (IRE) Ben Poste J

O DahlBury Racing Tom Symonds, Hentland T

B Ms P. Duggan Simply Stunning Interiors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Narrow winner of sole start between the flags but has shaped like one with problems under Rules.

6 ZESTFUL (GB) (43) 1 D

TFRHIIII BHA-

4 10-13

Br B f Postponed (IRE) - Heart’s Content (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 16 Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T

B Godolphin FBC Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORM VIEWPostedbesteffortonlevelwhensecondof10inhandicapatSouthwell(14.1f)inJanuary Hoodedandcontinued good work when making winning hurdles debut at Catterick last month. Should have more to offer

7 CRAZY MAISIE (IRE) (29) 4 10-6

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br B f Belardo (IRE) - Circleofinfluence (USA) Jack Hogan (5) J

O Mr Alexander Bangs Mark Hoad, Lewes T

B Oghill House Stud & Joseph M. Burke

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat, stays 1 1/2m, made frame all 3 starts in 2023. Starts out at an ordinary level over hurdles against her own sex. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: MALAKAHNA (FR) 4 10 6 Charlie Todd 8-11 (Ian Williams) 7 ran Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Vicki Vale (IRE), 5-2 Zestful (GB), 7-1 Western Safire (IRE), 22-1 Crazy Maisie (IRE), 25-1 Eliza Dolittle (IRE), 150-1 First Venture (IRE), 250-1 Ceci Wells (GB)

VICKI VALE is back against her own sex for the first time since making an easy winning debut at Hereford and this looks a good chance for her to go in again. Zestful is the obvious danger

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FIFTH RACE 3.50

THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £13400

Owners Prize Money. 1st £5412, 2nd £2705, 3rd £1353, 4th £677, 5th £338. (Penalty Value £7076.54)

Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): G L Moore (11 wins from 154 runners, 7%) runs OZZIE MAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (6 wins from 37 runners, 16%) runs OZZIE MAN

Weightwatcher: MISTER MURCHAN won off a handicap mark of 113, his rating is now down 8lb to 105. Longest Traveller: JUST DON’T KNOW trained by Paul Robson, Hawick, 354 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 SOUTHERN SAM (GB) (115) 5/13//32-2

9 12-0

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pougatcheva (FR) Harry Bannister J

O Tim Syder Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T

B J B Property Developments (Midlands) Ltd

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWVerylightlyracedforhisageandranwellafteranother9-monthabsencewhenchasinghomeFrenchParadoxe(winneragainsince)atWetherby (24.2f,soft)inNovember Clearlygoeswellfreshandremainsunexposedinthissphere,sothereisplentyofcauseforoptimism. TFRHHHHI BHA119

2 JUST DON’T KNOW (IRE) (7) 4-22141 D 10 11-13

Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Desperado Queen (IRE) Craig Nichol J

O Border Caravans Ltd Paul Robson, Hawick T

B L. W. Doran

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfultwicelasttermandnotchedsecondwinofthecurrentcampaignatAyr(3m)lastweekend, looking very much in control before his sole rival fell at the second-last. Bold show likely. TFRHHHHH BHA118

3 HARLEM SOUL (GB) (44) 061315

Br Ch g Frankel - Giants Play (USA)

5 11-12

Jordan Nailor J

O Syd Hosie Syd Hosie Sherborne T

B Newsells Park Stud Sherborne Utilities Ltd, Steven James Hosie S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken well to chasing for a Flat-bred, scoring twice over 2 1/2m at Wincanton in December. However, he struggled off this mark at the same course last time and stamina has to be taken on trust now upped in trip TFRHHIII BHA121

4 EDE’IFFS ELTON (GB) (28) 4-PF344 BF 9 11-10

Br B g Geordieland (FR) - Ede’iff Harry Cobden J

O Mr A. Lees Robert Walford, Blandford T

B Mr A. F. Lees Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW All 3 career wins have come over fences at Wincanton but proved a major let-down on first run following a wind op there last month. Others make greater appeal. TFRHHIII BHA115

5 PUTDECASHONTHEDASH (IRE) (44) P51-PF0 10 11-7

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Be My Adelina (IRE) Daryl Jacob J

O Goodfellers Racing Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

B Michael P. Keane Planning Base Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last season on a winning note at Plumpton but, having failed to complete on first 2 starts this time round, he was well beaten at Wincanton last time. Probably best to look elsewhere.

6 NORTHERN POET (IRE) (23) 32/-1P41

TFRHIIII BHA112

8 11-5

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Crowning Virtue (IRE) James Davies J

O The Hope Springs Syndicate Nick Gifford, Findon T

B David Russell Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who stepped up on his chase debut when landing a 5-runner Huntingdon handicap (2 1/2m) last month, despite not travelling well for much of the race This is more demanding up 3lb TFRHHHII BHA110

7 ANIMAL (IRE) (5) 3-63302

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

7 11-3

Charlie Hammond J

O James Rimmer & Chris Ames Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T

B Ms Ciara Browne Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWOpened chase account from 3lb lower mark at Fakenham last January and arrives here on the back of a near-miss at Stratford (22.6f) wherestayedonwellintheclosingstages.Unexposedatthistripandshouldbeinthemix,providedthisdoesn’tcometoosoon.

8 OZZIE MAN (IRE) (40) 2-1132P D BF

TFRHHHII BHA108

7 11-3

Br B g Ask - Parkdota (IRE) David Noonan J

O Mr Paul Hunt Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Mrs Mary O’Connor

Heart Of The South Bloodstock S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinneroffirst2startsinthissphereandlostlittlecasteindefeatwhengoingcloseatHuntingdon(21/2m)onpenultimatestart.Pooreffort

whentriedinavisoratFontwelllasttimebutcouldmakehispresencefeltifabletobouncebackinachangeofheadgearhere. TFRHHHII BHA108

9 MISTER MURCHAN (IRE) (47) 4/62-5P5

D 10 11-0

Br B g Westerner - So Supreme (IRE) Niall Houlihan (3) J

O The Winterlee Partnership Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

B Grange Stud Southern Cranes & Access Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWHasdippedbelowlastwinningmarkbutverylightly-racedinrecenttimesandhasfailedtofireoneach of his 3 starts so far this season. Hopes pinned on first-time cheekpieces sparking a revival. TFRHIIII BHA105

10 UALLRIGHTHARRY (IRE) (47) 2P-P514 D 11 10-13

Br B g Craigsteel - Enchanted Valley (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O Mrs S. Stanier Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne T

B Desmond Devereux Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 4 times last season and got his head in front for the first time since October 2019 when scoring in decisive fashion at Plumpton in December. He’s not the most reliable on the whole, though, and was below par next time. TFRHHIII BHA104

11 I’M A STARMAN (GB) (26) 62-4P03 10 10-5

Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Strathtay Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Mr Mark Rimell Mark Rimell, Witney T

B Mrs M. R. T. Rimell

TIMEFORM VIEWDualhurdleswinner whobettered hisprevious chaseefforts bysome waywhen third of12 infirst-time blinkersat Carlisle (2 1/2m) last month. Remains on an attractive mark and could have a part to play back up in trip here. TFRHHHII BHA96

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: CERTAINLY RED 8 11 11 Marc Goldstein 2-1 (Lydia Richards) 6 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8, 9. Blinkers worn by No 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5, 10

Stewards Note:

SOUTHERN SAM: Following its run on 23/11/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

HARLEM SOUL: Following its run on 2/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the shorter trip

EDE’IFFS ELTON: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

OZZIE MAN: Following its run on 6/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Southern Sam (GB), 11-2 Just Don’t Know (IRE), 7-1 Animal (IRE), 8-1 I’m A Starman (GB), 17-2 Ozzie Man (IRE), 10-1 Northern Poet (IRE), 12-1 Uallrightharry (IRE), 14-1 Ede’iffs Elton (GB), 20-1 Harlem Soul (GB), 28-1 Mister Murchan (IRE), 33-1 Putdecashonthedash (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The reliable JUST DON’T KNOW didn’t achieve much when allowed to come home alone at Ayr last weekend, but he looked firmly in control at the time of his sole rival’s departure and further success could be on the cards. The lightly-raced Southern Sam is an obvious danger, resuming from a break on the same mark as when chasing home a progressive type on his reappearance at Wetherby, while I’m A Starman also enters calculations, along with Animal.

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SIXTH RACE 4.25

THE VIRGIN BET FIVES NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (53 wins from 226 runners, 23%) runs EASY RIDER & ISSUING AUTHORITY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 35 runners, 20%) runs THE KING OF RYHOPE

Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2017 and 2021. The stable runs EASY RIDER & ISSUING AUTHORITY today. Longest Traveller: THE KING OF RYHOPE trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 99 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 THEATRE MAN (IRE) (79) 232-212 BF 7 11-9

Br B g Ocovango - Theatre Bird (IRE) Harry Bannister J

O Burkes & Syders Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T

B Thomas Merrigan Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedfairformwhenplacedbothstartsinbumpersandlefthurdlingdebutformbehindwhenscoring at Hereford in November Good second under a penalty at Doncaster and worthy of respect.

2 THE KING OF RYHOPE (GB) (28) 1/-213 BF 7 11-9

Br Ch g Malinas (GER) - Eleven Fifty Nine Bridget Andrews J

O Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd & Chris Giles Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr M. Rowe & Mr B. Wright Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulsoleoutinginIrishpointsin2020andoffthemarkatthesecondattemptoverhurdlesatExeter Bettered that when third in Prestige Novices’ at Haydock last time and should take all the beating in this company.

3 CELTIC NED (IRE) (-)

5 11-2

Br B g Well Chosen - Belsalsa (FR) Niall Houlihan (3) J

O Celtic Contractors Limited Pat Phelan, Epsom T

B Ned Morris

TIMEFORMVIEWCloselyrelatedto2winners,includingusefulhurdler/chaserMulcahysHill,andhalf-brothertobumperwinner/fairlyuseful hurdler Penn Lane Yard is hardly renowned for first-time-out winners and this 5-y-o is probably best watched. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 EASY RIDER (GB) (30) 64

5 11-2

Br B g Sixties Icon - Rose Row Daryl Jacob J

O Mrs Susan Roy Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Cotswold Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to ungenuine but useful hurdler Buckle Street and fair chaser Debden Bank. Held back by inexperience when sixth on debutina17-runnerWincantonbumperandshowedmorewhenfourthinanoviceatSandownonhurdlingbow.Needstoimprove TFRHHHII BHA-

5 ENDERSEN (IRE) (36) 543-6P2

6 11-2

Br B g Ask - Molly Con (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O THE FOREVER PARTNERSHIP TWO Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

B John Mounsey Southern Cranes & Access Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who hasn’t shown enough as yet to warrant interest in a race like this.

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 HASTON CLERMONT (FR) (75) F2-45

6 11-2

Br B g Coastal Path - Magie Brune (FR) James Davies J

O Burkes & Syders

Noel Williams, Blewbury T

B S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Noel Williams Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on completed start in Irish points (Nov 2021). Cost a fair bit and showed plenty to work on in Chepstow bumper but only fifth in a novice at Plumpton on hurdling debut. Could improve

7 ISSUING AUTHORITY (IRE) (67) 521-232 BF 6 11-2

TFRHHIII BHA-

Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Mini’s Last (IRE) Nico de Boinville J

O Owners Group 101 Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Edward Collins Owners Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWFlemensfirthgeldingfromagoodfamily Runner-upinIrishpointsatsecondattemptandforgedclear to land 5-runner bumper at Uttoxeter. Fairly useful form so far over hurdles and merits respect. TFRHHHHI BHA124

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: EARTH LORD (IRE) 6 11 7 Tom O’Brien 5-6 (Philip Hobbs) 4 ran

Stewards Note:

ISSUING AUTHORITY: Following its run on 10/1/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 The King of Ryhope (GB), 7-2 Theatre Man (IRE), Issuing Authority (IRE), 25-1 Easy Rider (GB), 28-1 Haston Clermont (FR), 33-1 Endersen (IRE), 40-1 Celtic Ned (IRE)

Having been placed in graded company last time, THE KING OF RYHOPE looks the obvious way to go dropping back in grade Fellow hurdling winner Theatre Man is a danger and Issuing Authority has shown enough to warrant a mention.

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THE VIRGIN BET “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old ™ Total prize fund £4800 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (53 wins from 226 runners, 23%) runs JAITROPLACLASSE & MONTECAM

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs JACKPOT D’ATHOU Longest Traveller: JIMMY BOUM & WILLONOLO trained by Christian Williams, Bridgend, 157 miles.

colours no horse st-lb

1 AMI BONDHU (FR) (-)

11-0

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Rogation (FR) Niall Houlihan (3) J

O Mrs R. Gifford Nick Gifford, Findon T

B Haras Du Hoguenet & Mr Gilles Lebaron Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW £2,000 3-y-o, Choeur Du Nord gelding. Half-brother to French hurdler Chapeau Rouge

2 BALLYVANGO (IRE) (-)

TFRHHIII BHA-

11-0

Br B g Ocovango - Minoras Return (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 14 Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T

B The Beeches Stud Ltd FBC Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ocovango gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Ballymountain Boy, stayed 3m. Dam unraced. Interesting newcomer.

3 ELPOLOGREG (FR) (36) 5

Br B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Zannkiya

O THE 69 RACING TEAM

11-0

TFRHHHII BHA-

Daniel Sansom (3) J

Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to 4 winners and hinted at ability when fifth in a C&D bumper 36 days ago. More required if he’s to open his account, though.

4 JACKPOT D’ATHOU (FR) (139) 2 11-0

Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Victoire d’Athom (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA-

Harry Cobden J

O Giles, Ferguson, Hogarth, Mason, McGoff Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mrs Marie-Josee Corbin Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive purchase on the back of a bumper second at Durtal 139 days ago Open to improvement and commands respect. TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 JAITROPLACLASSE (FR) (342) 3- 11-0

Br B g Secret Singer (FR) - Bibracje (FR)

O Mr Michael Blencowe

Paul O’Brien J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B David Lumet & Dr V. Catherine Lumet Moretons Investments Ltd, Unibet S

TIMEFORMVIEWThirdinmaidenbumperatMoulins(21/4lengthsbehindJardind’Arthel)in2021/22.LeftNickLittmoden €110,000 in May 2022. Big player on first outing for top yard. Has had a breathing operation.

6 JIMMY BOUM (FR) (-)

TFRHHHHI BHA-

11-0

Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Carolagne Javilex (FR) William Kennedy J

O Mr G. A. Moore

Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B Mrs A. Fernandes-Thireau & Mr N. Thireau NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW €42,000 3-y-o, Buck’s Boum gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to Grand National winner Mon Mome Worth a market check for all his yard usually takes the patient approach.

7 JOSH THE BOSS (GB) (49) 04

Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Bonsai (IRE)

O Mr J. D. Neild

11-0

TFRHHHII BHA-

Mr Jamie Neild (7) J

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Mickley Stud Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brothertousefulhurdlerRoyalBonsaiandbetteredhisdebutwhenfourthatDoncaster49daysago

Not completely dismissed.

8 LUNAR OCEAN (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

11-0

Br Br g Sea Moon - Lawfull (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O Sox & Co Paul Webber, Banbury T

B F. Tobin Paul Webber Racing, Fairfax Saddles S

TIMEFORM VIEW €36,000 3-y-o, Sea Moon gelding. Dam unraced. Not an obvious sort on paper

9 MONTECAM (IRE) (-) 11-0

Br B g Camelot - Monte Solaro (IRE) Nico de Boinville J

O Mr Kevin Doyle Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Paddy Behan Jnr

TIMEFORMVIEWCamelotgelding.CloselyrelatedtobumperwinnerBellatior,andhalf-brotherto4winners,includingdual Champion Chase winner Altior Dam, fair hurdler, stayed 2 1/2m. Makes plenty of appeal on paper TFRHHHHH BHA-

10 NAVAJO INDY (GB) (34) 3

11-0

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Navajo Charm David Noonan J

O C & M Baker, K Ibberson, H Pearman

Tom Symonds, Hentland T

B Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop Gun Dog Gin Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWBrothertothesmarthurdlerNavajoPassandmadeanencouragingstartwhenthirdatExeteramonth ago. Should build on that, so he’s no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA-

11 SAXONS LANE (IRE) (-) 11-0

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Local Lingo (IRE)

Alexander Thorne (5) J

O Mr Chris Lane Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Mrs Bernie Hennessy Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £21,000 3-y-o, Malinas gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 25f) Bob Lingo and fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Talk The Lingo Of obvious interest on debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-

12 SOUTHERLY STORM (GB) (-)

11-0

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Opera Gal (IRE) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr J. C. Smith Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn T

B Littleton Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fastnet Rock gelding. Half-brother to useful Flat winner up to 1 1/2m Galactic Prince. Dam 1 1/4m-11.6f winner Highly respected on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

13 THURLEY (IRE) (-)

11-0

Br B g Mount Nelson - Coca’s Well (IRE) Micheal Nolan J

O The Englands and Heywoods Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Mr Ronan Ely Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW €36,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including unreliable but fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Nearly Nama’d. Dam of little account.

14 VINTAGE ICON (GB) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

11-0

Br B g Sixties Icon - Amazing d’Azy (IRE) Jonathan Burke J

O Five Star Racing Group Andy Irvine East Grinstead T

B Mr & Mrs K. Ellis Global Herbs Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixties Icon gelding. Dam 21f/2 3/4m hurdle winner out of half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 25f)

The Outlier

15 WILLONOLO (IRE) (-)

TFRHIIII BHA-

11-0

Br Gr g Martaline - Candy Creek (IRE) Ellis Collier (7) J

O Mrs Diana Noel Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B Cathal Ennis

TIMEFORMVIEW€26,0003-y-o,Martalinegelding.Half-brothertofairlyuseful23fhurdlewinner/fairlyuseful3mchase winner Valsheda and fairly useful hurdler Asum.

16

HOT FIZZY LIZZY (IRE) (-) 10-7

TFRHHHII BHA-

Br Gr f Doyen (IRE) - Carrigeen Acebo (IRE) Bridget Andrews J

O Mr Charles Dingwall Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mrs R. H. Lalor Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW £14,000 3-y-o, Doyen filly Dam, temperamental 25f chase winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 4m) Chicago Grey. One to note on debut.

17

LINDA MOON (IRE) (-) 10-7

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br Ch f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mile From The Moon (IRE) Jack Quinlan J

O Mrs J. K. Buckle Neil King, Burderop T

B Caroline & Chris Berry

The Bildeston Crown S

TIMEFORM VIEW Jukebox Jury filly Dam, unraced, closely related to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 3 1/4m)

The Dutchman out of fair hurdler/chaser (2 3/4m-3m winner) Shivermetimber

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2022: GITCHE GUMEE 4 10 12 Tom Bellamy 12-1 (Alan King) 12 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 2, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Montecam (IRE), 9-2 Jackpot d’Athou (FR), 7-1 Jaitroplaclasse (FR), 12-1 Saxons Lane (IRE), 14-1 Navajo Indy (GB), 16-1 Hot Fizzy Lizzy (IRE), 18-1 Thurley (IRE), 25-1 Ballyvango (IRE), 28-1 Josh The Boss (GB), 33-1 Ami Bondhu (FR), Jimmy Boum (FR), Southerly Storm (GB), Linda Moon (IRE), 40-1 Willonolo (IRE), 50-1 Elpologreg (FR), Lunar Ocean (IRE), 100-1 Vintage Icon (GB)

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Nicky Henderson has an interesting pair in MONTECAM and Jaitroplaclasse, the former, a half-brother to Altior no less, getting the vote to make a successful debut. Jackpot d’Athou is another to consider starting out for Paul Nicholls.

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.30 - THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £11301 to the winning horse The second to receive £5200, the third £2600, the fourth £1301 and the fifth £648. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £107 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £21 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £86 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VIRGIN BET. 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 13 entries at £107. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8643; Second £4321; Third £2161; Fourth £1081; Fifth £539 (Penalty Value £11301.34)

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.05 - THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £20812 to the winning horse The second to receive £9568, the third £4784, the fourth £2392, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £596. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £200 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will send a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VIRGIN BET. 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 PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 29 entries at £200 - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15900; Second £7948; Third £3976; Fourth £1988; Fifth £992; Sixth £496. (Penalty Value £20812) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.40 - THE VIRGIN BET FIVES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £31218 to the winning horse The second to receive £14352, the third £7176, the fourth £3588, the fifth £1794 and the sixth £894. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £300 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £60 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £240 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will send a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VIRGIN BET. 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 PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 25 entries at £300 - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £23850; Second £11922; Third £5964; Fourth £2982; Fifth £1488; Sixth £744. (Penalty Value £31218)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.17 - THE VIRGIN BET MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race

Enter by noon, March 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on April 29th, 2023. 11 entries at £40. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.50 - THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7076 to the winning horse The second to receive £3256, the third £1628, the fourth £814 and the fifth £406. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £67 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £54 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 20 entries at £67. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5412; Second £2705; Third £1353; Fourth £677; Fifth £338. (Penalty Value £7076.54) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.25 - THE VIRGIN BET FIVES NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 25 entries at £40. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.00 - THE VIRGIN BET “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for four yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 13th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 23 entries at £24. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

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