Leicester Racecard - Tuesday 1st March

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L E I C E S T E R R AC E C O U R S E

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Welcome to our BGC Veterans Raceday 2022 We are very proud to host our first Veterans Day at Leicester Racecourse.We hope that it will turn into an annual event and are very grateful to the Betting and Gaming Council for their support, enthusiasm and sponsorship.

Leicester has been a great recruiting area for the services, particularly the Coldstream Guards, the Royal Lancers and the Royal Air Force all of whom showed immediate support for such a day along with the Retired Coldstream Guards and Yorkshire Regiment Corps of Drums who are playing today.

The Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre is now based in Leicestershire having been previously based at the world renowned Headley Court.The Racecourse with the help of Betting and Gaming Council are delighted to make a donation to the members of staff who are attending today, their first day away from the Centre following the pandemic.

We are finally grateful to the Defence Animal Training Centre and particularly their Commanding Officer for their support in aid of their Rehoming of working military dogs and horses Please be aware that public bars will close today immediately following the final race and the racecourse will close shortly after.

Cashback is available at any Tote outlet providing you place a minimum £5 bet. Cashback maximum limit per transaction is £100. Please take a look at the racecourse map within your racecard to familiarise yourself with our facilities and in particular the location of our first aid unit and remember that mask wearing is now your own personal choice.

For our lovely owners and trainers plus valued Annual Members we have located you today within the Paddock Pavilion on the Paddock Lawn where you will find a bar, complimentary tea and coffee and a two course meal (Owners and trainers only).

PLEASE NOTE - THERE IS NO CASH MACHINE ON SITE TODAY. Finally please look at ourtwo live music racedays in 2022 sponsored by Smooth Radio.Tickets are now on sale and remember we will sell out so make sure you secure yours as soon as possible. All that remains is for you to have a great day and thank you for supporting us in such challenging times.A very and healthy 2022 to everyone and we hope to see you again very soon

Kind regards David Maykels General Manager

Today’s Officials

Clerk of the Scales

Mr A. McGLONE (Chief Steward) Mr T. COOPER (Stewards Panel Chair) Mr D.ANDREWS Mr C. BARLOW Mr G. MARKHAM Ms K. O’BOYLE

Ms L.TODD Mr S. MITCHELL Ms K.WEST

Stewards

Starters

Mr S. O’NEILL Mr L. JONES

Mr O. MANN

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Medical Officers Dr C. ROLLASON Dr S. RAYNER Dr S. READY Dr C. REYNOLDS

Nurse

Mrs S.WATTERS

Veterinary Surgeons Clerk of the Course

J.W. E. BEVIN, B.Vet.Med.,M.R.C.V.S. P. J. DALY, M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S. A.P. J. Knott, MA Vet MB M.R.C.V.S.

Farrier

Mr T.W.ALLEN, DWCF

Judge

Mr J. S. STEVENSON

General Manager Mr D. MAYKELS

Betting Ring Manager Mr N. PATEMAN

Commentator Mr T. PETERS

Mr P. CHAMPION Today’s race conditions can be found on page 30 of this race programme

Leicester Racecourse

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Important Notices Abandonment Refund

In the event of abandonment, no refunds will be made on the day. All refund applications must be claimed by writing to the racecourse office within 14 days of the meeting.

The following rules apply: a) Abandonment before completion of first race - full refund b) Abandonment prior to completion of the third race - 50% refund c) Abandonment thereafter - no refund.

Evacuation Procedures

Bars

Leicester Racecourse has significantly enhanced Safety & Security measures this year to ensure 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 guiding 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, where you will receive further instructions. 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 AND UNDER THE DIRECTIONS OF THE STEWARDS, PROCEED QUICKLY & CALMLY TO THE SAFE AREA.

Betting with the Bookmakers

Any queries or problems that racegoers may have can be dealt with either at the racecourse office or by writing to the racecourse manager.

All customers must return their receipt of entry to claim a refund. For further information please contact The Racecourse, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 4AL

Admission - Conditions of Entry * All who enter this racecourse do so under Leicester Racecourse’s terms and Conditions of entry, a copy of which is available for inspection in the main racecourse office. * Bringing food and drink into the enclosures other than that purchased at the racecourse is prohibited. (Other than the picnic area) * Racegoers must at all times comply with any conditions, rules and regulations in operation, including the observance of no drinking areas for safety reasons. * There is no formal dress code. (Other than Club Room) * Lost and stolen badges will not be replaced. * Transfers to enclosures may be possible on the day, subject to availability.

Bars will close immediately following the last race.

No person under the age of 18 years will be served or allowed to consume alcohol on these premises.

Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement.

HBLB Prize Money

The Horserace Betting Levy Board General Prize Fund Scheme continues to provide special funding during these uncertain times, both at Leicester Racecourse and nationwide.

Information & Enquiries

Photography

Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication without the permission of the racecourse executive.

Flash photography is essentially dangerous where horses are involved. You are asked not to use flash photography anywhere in the parade ring area and particularly near the Winners Enclosure.

Health & Safety Notice The Racecourse would be grateful if racegoers could observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst at Leicester Racecourse. We would also be grateful if parents could keep a close eye on their children and prevent them from climbing on the running rails and getting onto the actual racecourse and paddock area. We would also like to remind racegoers that the FIRST AID medical unit is situated on the hard standing by the Sales Office.The designated meeting point for lost children is now in the Safety Control Office.

For additional information, please visit our website www.leicester-racecourse.com

How to Read Your Racecard

Our easy guide to getting the most from your racecard.

Our new racecard key identifies the main runner and rider elements: Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1

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Br B c Montjeu (IRE) - Virgin Hawk (USA) Jamie Spencer J O The Royal Ascot Racing Club M. L.W. Bell, Newmarket T B Gerrardstown House Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW A winner at 10-1 at Nottingham over 1m (soft) in October,beatingToccata by a neck.That was a highly promising debut effort and it will be somewhat disappointing if he fails to make a bold bid to remain unbeaten as he holds entries in the Dante and Derby. TFR★★✩✩✩ BHA-

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Racecard Key 1. Saddle Cloth Number 2. Horse Name 3. Country Code 4. Days since last run

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5. Form Figures 6. Age 7. Weight in St & Lb 8. Draw

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9. Jockey Colour 10. Form Guide 11. Star Rating 12. Official BHA Rating

Star Ratings Explained: Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: ★★★★★ Selected to win the race. ★★★★✩ Good chance of being placed. ★★★✩✩ By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims ★★✩✩✩ Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. ★✩✩✩✩ Can be given little or no chance.

Official BHA Ratings The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

You must be 18 or over to place a bet You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet. If you cannot produce this, your bet will not be accepted.

For additional information, please visit our website www.leicester-racecourse.com

Jargon Buster Accumulator Bet

A bet involving more than one horse/race. Each winning selection then goes on to the next horse (bet). All selections must be successful to win any money back.

Ante post

For many major races you can place your bet well in advance of the day. In the case of the Classics or big National Hunt races such as the Grand National this could be a year or more before the race takes place.

The price of the horse you bet on is usually bigger than you would expect to see on the day as it reflects the fact the horse is not guaranteed to line up in the race. You can place an ante post bet until the final declaration stage of the race.

Backed / Backed-In

A ‘backed’ horse is one on which lots of bets have been placed. A horse which is backed-in means that bettors have outlaid a lot of money on that horse, with the result being a decrease in the odds offered

Banker

The horse expected to win – usually a short priced favourite. The strongest selection in a multiple selection.

Bar

Term used when describing bookmakers’ prices. e.g.

‘4-1 bar two’ means that you can obtain at least 4-1 about any horse except for the first two in betting.

Betting Ring

Dead-heat

A tie between two or more horses for first place, or for one of the other finishing positions. In the event of a dead-heat for first place, when a winning bet has been made, half the stake is applied to the selection at full odds and the other half is lost. If more than two horses dead-heat, the stake is proportioned accordingly.

Decimal odds

Used on the Tote and betting exchanges, instead of fractional odds. Decimal odds are expressed as a figure (in round or decimal terms) that represents the potential total winning return to the punter. So, 4 (or 4.0) in Tote or decimal odds is the same as the conventional 3-1, as it represents a potential total winning return of £4 to a £1 stake.

Dividend

The amount that a winning or placed horse returns for every £1 bet.

Double

Consists of one bet involving two selections in different events. Both selections must be successful to get a return, with the winnings from the first selection going on to the second selection. The return is calculated by multiplying the odds on the two selections: e.g. a £10 double on a 2-1 winner and a 7-1 winner pays £240 (£10 on a 2-1 winner = £30, then that £30 on a 7-1 winner = £240).

Drifter

The main area at a racecourse where the bookmakers operate.

A horse whose odds get bigger just before the race due to a lack of support in the market. Often referred to as being “on the drift”.

Board prices

Dual forecast

The generally available odds displayed on the boards of on-course bookmakers. It is from these that the starting price (SP) is derived. ‘Taking the board price’ means taking the last price shown against your selection at the time you strike the bet.

Book

A record of the bets made on a particular race or other sporting event. A bookmaker ‘makes a book’ by determining the likelihood of each possible outcome in a race and presenting this in the form of odds or prices. The book is adjusted according to the amount of money and bets struck on each possible outcome.

Bookmaker

A person/company licensed to accept bets. Also known as a bookie.

Co-favourite

A horse that shares its position at the head of the betting market with at least two other horses.

Combination bet (accumulator)

A bet involving more than one horse with the winnings from each selection going on to the next horse. All selections must be successful to get a return. Combination bets must be placed with the same bookmaker.

A bet where the aim is to select both the winner and runner-up in a race in either order.

Each-way

A bet where half the total stake is for the selection to win and half is for the selection to be placed (usually in the first three, but in big handicaps the places may extend to fourth or fifth).If the selection wins, the win portion is calculated in the normal way, while the place portion of the bet is settled at a fraction of the win odds. This fraction, and the number of places allowed by the bookmaker, depends on the type of race and the number of runners in the race. If the selection is placed but fails to win, the win portion of the stake is lost but, again, the place portion of the bet is settled at a fraction of the win odds.

Evens/Even money

A price of 1-1. When your stake brings equal winnings e.g. £10 staked at evens wins £10 (total return £20).

Exacta / Straight forecast

A bet picking the first and second in a race in the exact order of finish.

Fancied

When a horse is expected to win or at least to be involved in the finish.

Favourite

The horse with the shortest odds in the race.

Forecast

A bet where the aim is to select both the winner and runner-up in a race. A straight forecast is the winner and runner-up in the correct order. A dual forecast is the winner and runner-up in either order.

Gam Care

The national centre for information, advice and practical help with regard to the social impact of gambling.

IBAS

Independent Arbitration Betting Service. An arbitration service that deals with betting disputes between punters and bookmakers.

In-running

Refers to events that take place during the race.

In-running betting

Betting on the outcome of a race during the race itself, rather than beforehand. This type of betting is particularly popular on the betting exchanges, though it is also offered by many bookmakers. In-running odds can change rapidly as the race unfolds.

Jackpot The Jackpot is a tote bet that requires

the selection of the winners of the first six races at a selected meeting. The minimum bet is 50p

Joint-favourite

If two horses have the shortest odds in the betting, they are described as joint-favourites; if three or more horses have the shortest odds, they are co-favourites.

Levy

A surcharge collected from bookmakers, based on their turnover or gross profits, which goes towards prize-money, improvements to racecourses, and other areas such as scientific research. The body responsible for this is the Levy Board.

Market/betting market

A market is created, according to demand, by the prices offered for each runner by bookmakers.

Nap

Over round

In theory, a betting book can be fairly weighted between bookmaker and punter. However, to ensure a profit margin, a bookmaker will alter the odds in their favour. Over round is a means of expressing to what extent the odds are in favour of the bookmaker. An evenly weighted book is expressed as 100%, and the more the odds move in the bookmaker’s favour the more that figure rises. Thus a book that is weighted 20% in favour of a bookmaker is expressed as 120% over round.

Photo finish

In a close race, where the placings cannot be determined easily, the result is determined by the judge by examination of a photograph taken by a camera on the finishing line.

Placepot

Similar rules to the Jackpot, but your selections have only to be placed.

Rails (betting)

This refers to the fence separating the Members area on a racecourse from the Tattersalls area. Bookmakers are not allowed in the Members area, but some bookmakers are allowed to set up their pitches on the Tattersalls side of the rails, allowing them to accept bets. Rails bookmakers are the top end of the racecourse betting market, usually dealing with credit customers.

Return

Total amount received for a winning bet (winnings plus stake) OR the result/final odds for a race e.g. the winner was returned at 4-1.

Rule 4

Tattersalls Rule 4 (c): One of the most commonly invoked betting rules, dealing with deductions from winning bets in the event of any withdrawn runner(s) from a race. The rule applies to winning bets struck at prices (e.g. morning prices) laid before a withdrawal (other than ante-post bets, which are unaffected by Rule 4 (c)) and to starting-price bets where, after a late withdrawal, there is insufficient time to re-form the market. The rate of deductions is in proportion to the odds of the non-runner(s) at the time of the withdrawal.

Shortening odds

The best bet of the day from a particular tipster.

Bookmaker’s reduction of the odds on a particular horse.

Non- Runner A horse that was originally

Short Price

meant to run but for some reason has been withdrawn from the race.

Odds

The chance offered for a selection to win. Also known as price.

Odds-against

Betting odds where the potential winnings are higher than the stake. The numerator is larger than the denominator (e.g. 2-1).

Odds-on

Betting odds where the stake is higher than the potential winnings if the bet is successful. The denominator is larger than the numerator (e.g. 1-2)

Low odds, meaning a punter will get little return for their initial outlay.

Springer

A horse whose price shortens dramatically.

Starting price

Often abbreviated to SP. The starting prices are the final odds prevailing at the time the race starts and are used to determine the pay out to winning punters, unless a punter took a specified price at the time of placing the bet.

We’ll pay whichever is better!

We’ll always pay at least SP on Win bets and if the Tote dividend is greater, we’ll pay out at that price. Tote.co.uk, Tote.ie, Tote App and selected UK racecourse customers only. Promotion applies to Tote Win and win part of each way bets on all UK & Irish races, staking limits apply. Full terms and conditions available at Tote.co.uk/promotions.

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Pick a placed horse in races 1 to 6

No slip, no problem!

We want to to make putting your Placepot on as easy as possible. Simply fill out this page and show it to any member of the Tote team who will process your bet. Remember to place your bets early and check your receipt carefully.

Unit Stake:

Meeting: Selection 1 Horse No.

Selection 2 Horse No.

Selection 3 Horse No.

Total Stake: Selection 4 Horse No.

Race 1 Race 2 Race 3 Race 4 Race 5 Race 6

How To Play 1. Fill in the race meeting above.The Placepot is available at every UK & Irish meeting.

2. Write the racecard number of the horse(s) you want to select in the boxes above.

Enter ‘FAV’ if you would like the ‘SP favourite’. Pick at least one selection in each race.

3. Finally, choose how much you want to spend.The minimum total stake is £2.

CATTERICK BRIDGE Race 1 1.00

2m 3f 66y

1 Jelski (GER)

11-12

James Moffatt Charlotte Jones (5) Form: 052, TFR: HHHHI

2 Busy Street (GB) Gillian Boanas Form: 10-U,

11-12

Miss Pippa Brown (7) TFR: HHHII

3 Zamond (FR)

11-10

4 Filou des Issards (FR)

11-10

Donald McCain Abbie McCain (5) Form: 0U3, TFR: HHHHH Jessica Bedi Form: P06,

Miss Jessica Bedi (7) TFR: HHIII

5 Barnay (GB)

11-7

Jennie Candlish Form: 402,

Non Runner TFR: IIIII

6 Kings Creek (IRE)

11-5

7 Glan Y Gors (IRE)

11-2

8 Large Action (GB)

11-0

9 Goldrapper (IRE)

10-13

Mark Walford Form: 303,

Miss Charlotte Crane (7) TFR: HHHHI

Mark Weatherer Form: 006,

Miss Alex Garven (7) TFR: HHIII

Roger Fell Form: 0PU,

Harriet Tucker (7) TFR: HHIII

Henry Hogarth Emma Smith-Chaston (5) Form: PP0-, TFR: HHIII

10 Rumble B (IRE)

10-11

11 Coral Blue (IRE)

10-7

Justin Landy Form: 604,

Daragh Bourke Form: 05P,

Tabitha Worsley (3) TFR: HHHHI Isabel Williams (5) TFR: HHIII

12 Getaway Bay (IRE)

10-6

13 Brickadank (IRE)

10-0

14 That’s My Dubai (IRE)

10-0

Sue Smith Form: 21F,

Micky Hammond Form: 630, Kevin Hunter Form: PPP,

Lilly Pinchin (5) TFR: HHHII

Miss Becky Smith (3) TFR: HHIII

Alison Johnson (7) TFR: HIIII

Race 2 1.30

2m 3f 51y

1 Mackenberg (GER)

11-8

2 Cornerstone Lad (GB)

11-4

Donald McCain Form: 011,

Brian Hughes TFR: HHHHI

Micky Hammond Form: 512,

Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHHHH

3 Nero Rock (IRE) Jennie Candlish Form: P22,

Race 3 2.05

10-12 Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHII

1m 7f 145y

1 Ben Brody (IRE)

12-7

2 Da Vinci Hand (IRE)

12-7

3 Getaway Jewel (IRE)

11-7

4 Mymilan (IRE)

11-0

D. J. Jeffreys Form: 125,

Archie Bellamy (7) TFR: HHHII

Joanne Foster Thomas Willmott (5) Form: 152, TFR: HHHHH Micky Hammond Form: 544, Sandy Thomson Form: P6U,

Alain Cawley TFR: HHHHI Ryan Mania TFR: HHHII

5 Onenightintown (IRE) Micky Hammond Form: 644,

10-1

Miss Becky Smith (3) TFR: HIIII

Race 4 2.40

1m 7f 156y

1 Barrule Park (GB) Donald McCain Form: 0FP,

11-6

Theo Gillard (3) TFR: HIIII

2 Duke of Luckley (IRE)

11-6

3 Edgar Allan Poe (IRE)

11-6

Martin Keighley Form: 0P0,

James Best TFR: HIIII

Race 6 3.50

3m 1f 71y

1 Schalke (GB)

11-12

Rebecca Menzies Form: 061,

Brian Hughes TFR: HHHHH

2 Final Reminder (IRE) N. W. Alexander Form: 13R,

11-12

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHIII

3 Be The Difference (IRE)

11-9

4 Herecomeshogan (IRE) 11-6

4 Lady Bowes (GB)

11-7

5 Kopa Kilana (IRE)

5 Wynford (IRE)

11-7

Sue Smith Form: 5,

Ryan Mania TFR: HHHII

Martin Keighley Form: 300,

Finn Lambert (7) TFR: HHIII

Rebecca Menzies Form: 1,

11-6 Brian Hughes TFR: HHHHH

6 Monte Igueldo (FR)

11-6

7 Whizz Kid (GER)

11-6

Oliver Greenall Form: 552,

Craig Nichol TFR: HHHHI

Philip Kirby Form: 336,

Joe Williamson (5) TFR: HHHII

James Moffatt Charlotte Jones (5) Form: 632, TFR: HHHHI

Rebecca Menzies Nathan Moscrop Form: 413, TFR: HHHII

6 The Black Squirrel (IRE) 10-13 Henry Hogarth Form: 14P-,

Jamie Hamilton TFR: HIIII

7 Akentrick (GB)

10-8

8 Fascinating News (GB) 10-10

8 Oliver’s Island (IRE)

10-2

9 Lucy Rules (IRE)

9 Ribeye (GB)

10-0

Dr Richard Newland Charlie Hammond Form: 5, TFR: HHHII Danny Brooke Form: 6,

John Kington TFR: HHIII

10-3

Mike Sowersby Aaron Anderson (5) Form: P, TFR: HIIII

Race 5 3.15

3m 1f 54y

1 Brother Pat (GB) Donald McCain Form: 1F3,

12-2

Theo Gillard (3) TFR: HHHHI

2 William of Orange (GB) 11-12 Mark Walford Form: PPP,

Tom Midgley (5) TFR: HHHII

3 Frisco Bay (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Form: 626,

11-9

Richie McLernon TFR: HHHHI

4 The Dubai Way (IRE)

11-8

5 Grange Ranger (IRE)

11-7

6 Chanting Hill (IRE)

11-0

7 Event of Sivola (FR)

11-0

8 Justforjames (IRE)

10-13

Alex Hales Form: 0-34,

Micky Hammond Form: 6PF,

Harry Bannister TFR: HHHII

Emma Smith-Chaston (5) TFR: HHHII

N. W. Alexander Danny McMenamin Form: 632, TFR: HHHHH Mark Walford Form: 4P0,

Micky Hammond Form: P33,

9 Sigurd (GER) Joanne Foster Form: 04P,

Jamie Hamilton TFR: HHHII

Miss Becky Smith (3) TFR: HHHII

10-6 Brian Hughes TFR: HHHII

Donald McCain Form: 24U, Jessica Bedi Form: F56,

Peter Kavanagh (7) TFR: HHHII

Aaron Anderson (5) TFR: HHIII

Peter Atkinson Thomas Willmott (5) Form: 020, TFR: HHIII

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

2m 4f 25y

First Race 1.50 The Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Gbb Race) for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4423, 2nd £2212, 3rd £1106, 4th £553, 5th £280, 6th £280.

(Penalty Value £5772.76)

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1 ASHFIELD PADDY (IRE) (25) 32-P2B6 Br B g Publisher (USA) - Thats Grace (IRE) O Mrs E. J. Wills B Vincent Devereux

st-lb

8 11-12

Mr Jamie Brace (7) J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Losing run is mounting up but he ran well under a big weight when sixth over further at Chepstow (26f) last month, mistake 4 out and weakening. Mark has eased ahead of this.

TFRHHHII BHA120

2 CILAOS GLACE (FR) (22) 000-21F

9

11-8

Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Miss Glacee (FR) Tom Cannon J O Heart of the South Racing 118 Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T B Mr Anthony Gourama Heart Of The South Bloodstock, Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of return display wen good winner at Fontwell (19.5f) in December, racing up with strong pace throughout. Going well when falling 5 out back there since and respected. TFRHHHHH BHA116

3 SUNSET WEST (IRE) (17) 3F23-33 BF Br B g Westerner - Sunshine Haven (IRE) O The Vacuum Pouch Company Limited B Maurice O’Brien

7

11-7

Thomas Dowson J Philip Kirby, Richmond T Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage sort who ran well when runner-up on chase debut at Ayr (3m) in November.Too keen to last home when distant third over hurdles at Uttoxeter (23.3f) since. Engaged 4.30 Carlisle Monday.

TFRHHHHI BHA115

4 POTTERS VENTURE (IRE) (47) P53-4F5 Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Starventure (IRE) O Mr Alan Peterson B Seamus Cooney

8

11-4

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful hurdler who is yet to prove his stamina for 3m, weakening before 2 out when midfield at Bangor in January.Another who is still low-mileage and return to 2 1/2m rates a plus.

TFRHHHII BHA112

5 DASH FULL OF CASH (IRE) (45) 2-32 Br B g Milan - Cashalass (IRE) O Mr P. H. Betts B Parkville Stud

5

11-1

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Broadwater Mouldings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up only start in points and promise in pair of maiden/novice hurdles at around 3m in recent months.

Plenty about him physically to think he can do better still in this sphere. Market may guide.

TFRHHHII BHA111

6 STAR OF RORY (IRE) (31) 5-003U2 CD Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Dame Alicia (IRE) O Mr D. R. Passant & Hefin Williams B Kilcarn Stud

8 10-11

Lee Edwards J John Groucott, Much Wenlock T Greenhous Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple hurdles winner who ran best race over fences without matching best form over timber when runner-up at Uttoxeter (20f) in January. Eased 2lb since but others appeal more.

TFRHHHII BHA105 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2021: SOMEKINDOFSTAR (IRE) 8 10 13 Jack Quinlan 6-1 (Lucy Wadham) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note: SUNSET WEST: Following its run on 12/2/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

POTTERS VENTURE: Following its run on 13/1/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Cilaos Glace (FR), 10-3 Sunset West (IRE), 9-2 Dash Full of Cash (IRE), 6-1 Ashfield Paddy (IRE), Star of Rory (IRE), 7-1 Potters Venture (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A good winnner at Fontwell on his penultimate start, CILAOS GLACE was in the process of running well once more from his revised mark when falling 5 out back at that venue last month. He gets the narrow vote to come out on top in the hope that hasn’t left a mark. Sunset West, if taking up this engagement, and chase-debutant Dash Full of Cash head up the dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CILAOS GLACE (FR) 2.SUNSET WEST (IRE) 3.DASH FULL OF CASH (IRE)

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Second Race 2.25 The Royal Lancers Association Mares’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for five yrs old and upwards mares x Total race value £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2754, 2nd £1377, 3rd £688, 4th £345, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.(Penalty Value £3594.36) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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1 HAPPY NEWS (GB) (48) 0-1P3P0 CD Br Gr m Fair Mix (IRE) - Welcome News O Mrs Caroline Shaw B Mrs Caroline L. Shaw

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Jordan Nailor (3) J John Groucott, Much Wenlock T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has rather lost the plot since her successful return at Ludlow but did win this race last season and it’s not a strong affair this time by any means.

TFRHHHII BHA102

2 BRANDISOVA (IRE) (22) 0-402P BF Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Gentle Alice (IRE) O Ms E. L. Banks B Cousins Partnership

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Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T GB Helicopters S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when following home an unbeaten mare in 21f Warwick novice hurdle on New Year’s Eve. Far too free upped to 26f for quick chase debut at Fontwell 3 weeks ago and can do better.

TFRHHHHH BHA100

3 ASTRA VIA (GB) (5) P0-0162

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Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Prysg Cyf S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over hurdles at Chepstow in October. Back to form returned to fences when second at Sedgefield last week (only 2 good efforts in this sphere over that 2m C&D). Patchy profile.

TFRHHHII BHA91

4 LEVEROCK LASS (IRE) (43) 525-235 D Br B m Olden Times - Hazelhall Princess (IRE) O Beswick Bloodstock,Tim Reed,Mrs P Balmer B P. J. O’Hara

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Harry Reed J Tim Reed, Hexham T Cal Tech (Horslyx) S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won a similar race that rather fell apart at Wetherby on Boxing Day 2020. Mixed bag since but has been given a chance by the handicapper.

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5 LEGENDARY RHYTHM (GB) (12) 15-4603 Br B m Midnight Legend - Hot Rhythm O David Clark and Partner B Mr P. P. Symonds

6 10-13

David Noonan J Tom Symonds, Hentland T Gun Dog Gin Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon mares’ handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter in March.Better effort over fences with positive tactics used again after wind op when third over 2m here a fortnight ago. Player if she stays this new trip.

TFRHHHII BHA89

6 STREETS OF FIRE (IRE) (21) 02563/-P Br Br m Milan - Flaming Brandy (IRE) O Lady Eliza Mays-Smith B Miss Jill Farrell

8 10-12

Hugh Nugent (3) J Jean-Rene Auvray, Calne T

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who was placed on a couple of occasions over hurdles during 2019/20 campaign but went with no promise on handicap chase debut at Taunton last month after almost 2 years off the track. TFRHHIII BHA88

7 LIGHTNING GOLD (GB) (42) 6-6060P Br Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Santera (IRE) O Mr PW Gillbard B Mr P. W. Gillbard

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Nick Scholfield J Laura Hurley, Tiverton T

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden handicap hurdler, lost action when pulled up last time.Very hard to fancy on chase debut.

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8 WILDKATZE (GER) (21) 4P-02P2

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Lee Edwards J Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T Treehouse Sporting Colours S

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden but not beaten far in similar event at Market Rasen (19f) 3 weeks ago,jumping well enough again to suggest a handicap like this is within her grasp.

TFRHHHHI BHA78 DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: HAPPY NEWS 8 11 3 Jordan Nailor 17-2 (John Groucott) 9 ran Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note: LIGHTNING GOLD: Following its run on 18/1/2022 it was reported that the horse lost its action and was p.u.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Wildkatze (GER), 9-2 Legendary Rhythm (GB), 5-1 Brandisova (IRE), 11-2 Leverock Lass (IRE), 13-2 Astra Via (GB), 10-1 Happy News (GB), 20-1 Lightning Gold (GB), 33-1 Streets of Fire (IRE) 18

PLAY SMARTER

Not a race that will take much winning and BRANDISOVA might be the answer if she can settle better back in trip and cut out the mistakes. Wildkatze and Legendary Rhythm are a couple of the other more likely types.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRANDISOVA (IRE) 2.WILDKATZE (GER) 3.LEGENDARY RHYTHM

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Third Race 3.00 The Royal Air Forces Association Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Gbb Race) for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4423, 2nd £2212, 3rd £1106.

(Penalty Value £5772.76) Weights lowered 7lb.

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1 OSCARS LEADER (IRE) (3) 5-3P1U1 D Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Lead’er Inn (IRE) O John Marriott B Mrs P. and Philip Heaney

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Page Fuller J Jennie Candlish, Leek T Torvic Magnets, Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual hurdle winner who has taken well to fences, winning at Haydock in January and adding to his tally at Newcastle on Saturday. Should give another good account if over those exertions. TFRHHHHI BHA117

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Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Second chase success when rallying well in first-time cheekpieces to get the better of a next-time-out winner at Wetherby (2m, heavy) in January. Creditable third at Ffos Las since. Leading claims.

TFRHHHHH BHA115

3 PRIDE OF LECALE (GB) (19) 5/PP-P14 D

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Connor Brace J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Monu-Skincare Cheltnham Spa S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who defied market weakness to open chase account in a first-time hood at FFos Las (2m) in January.

Shaped as if still in good form when fourth back there since. Hood worn last twice left off.

TFRHHHII BHA112 DECLARED RUNNERS 3 2021: DOUKAROV (FR) 6 11 8 James Davies 7-1 (Sean Curran) 9 ran Visor worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 File Illico (FR), 7-4 Oscars Leader (IRE), 3-1 Pride of Lecale (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A case can be made for all 3 in a trappy little heat. FILE ILLICO has reacted well to cheekpieces and is preferred to Oscars Leader given this comes very quick on the back of that one’s tenacious success at Newcastle on Saturday.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FILE ILLICO (FR) 2.OSCARS LEADER (IRE) 3.PRIDE OF LECALE

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Br B g Multiplex - Rock Gossip (IRE) O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate 01 B Mrs B. Hanna

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Fourth Race 3.35 The Coldstream Guards Association Leicester Branch Centenary Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5) for five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2754, 2nd £1377, 3rd £688, 4th £345, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.(Penalty Value £3594.36) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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1 ELMDALE (FR) (33) P0-43P5

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Br Gr g Martaline - Victoire Jaguine (FR) O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies B Mr Herve Tibeuf

Jack Savage (5) J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who didn’t really kick on over hurdles and hasn’t made a particularly encouraging start to his chasing career. Hopes pinned on first-time cheekpieces perking him up here.

TFRHHIII BHA98

2 CELMA DES BOIS (FR) (25) 52U2-1P C Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Palafixe (FR) O Encore Partnership V B Mme Joelle Brillet & Mr Michel Brillet

10 11-11

Niall Houlihan (3) J Richard Rowe, Pulborough T Southern Cranes & Access Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced in recent seasons, but proved that he retains all his ability when scoring over 2 1/2m here on return in January. Failed to shine at Chepstow next time, but one to consider all the same.

TFRHHHII BHA97

3 RING THE MOON (GB) (47) 11P-0FP C Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Get The Ring (FR) O Mr W. J. Evans B John-Henry Metzger

9 11-11

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back handicaps fitted with cheekpieces/tongue tie last winter. However, he has failed to complete on 3 of his last 4 starts and latest effort at Bangor was woeful.

TFRHHHII BHA97

4 DAWN RAIDER (IRE) (8) 544P61

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Br B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE) O Mr T. G. Kelly B R. McCarthy

James Bowen J Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T TGK Construction Co. Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWOverall strike rate is poor (2-45),but it’s hard to fathom why that is the case based on his thoroughly decisive victory at Carlisle (2 1/2m) last week.Will take some stopping if in the same mood here.

TFRHHHHH BHA90

5 KILCASEY GOLD (IRE) (7) PPP00P Br B g Le Fou (IRE) - Annie Be Quick (IRE) O Mr Robert P. Clarke B Daniel Irish

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Jack G. Gilligan (7) J Clare Ellam, Market Drayton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered very little in various race-types, pulled up for the fourth time under Rules from 7 starts in a Navan handicap chase last week. Since rejoined former yard and set for another struggle. TFRHIIII BHA88

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Paul O’Brien J Nick Kent, Brigg T Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 2-runner handicap at Newcastle (23.4f) with cheekpieces enlisted for the first time in November, but she has failed to back that up both starts since. Now tried in a visor.

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7 ROYAL ACT (GB) (12) 62-4P10

10 10-5

Br Br g Royal Anthem (USA) - Native’s Return (IRE) William Kennedy J O Moorland Racing and Mark Hammond Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster T B Mrs G. A. Corbett Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run from 6lb out of handicap at Bangor (17.4f) in January but, commensurate with his hit-and-miss profile, he wasn’t in anything like the same form here next time.

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8 DR OAKLEY (IRE) (21) 1F/-6P0P

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Br Ch g Le Fou (IRE) - Two Choices (IRE) O Mr R. G. Whitehead B Mrs Connie Looney

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James Davies J Henry Oliver, Abberley T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Hurdles winner off 9lb higher atWincanton in February 2020. However, no show in 4 starts since returning from a lengthy absence, including on chase debut following a wind op at Taunton last time.

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9 FOR FITZ SAKE (IRE) (21) 16-0603 Br B g Califet (FR) - Hollygrove (IRE) O Mrs A. M. Williams B Oliver and Salome Brennan

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Harry Reed J L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T Postpack Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW No show initially under Rules, but won his sole start in points and latest chase debut third upped to 3m at Market Rasen, where he was 18lb ‘wrong’, represented a step in the right direction.

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2021: DON HERBAGER (FR) 7 11 8 Charlie Deutsch 3-1 (Venetia Williams) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 5, 7.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.

Stewards Note: CATLIN: Following its run on 10/2/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

ROYAL ACT: Following its run on 17/2/2022 it was reported that the horse prefers a fresher, wet surface.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Dawn Raider (IRE), 7-1 Celma des Bois (FR), 8-1 For Fitz Sake (IRE), 17-2 Ring The Moon (GB), 10-1 Catlin (GB), 11-1 Elmdale (FR), 12-1 Royal Act (GB), 28-1 Dr Oakley (IRE), 200-1 Kilcasey Gold (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

For all that DAWN RAIDER’s strike rate is anything but compelling, he is easily the most appealing of these on the back of his recent breakthrough success over fences at Carlisle where he settled better than has often been the case. If the 10-y-o gets into a similar rhythm here, he should have little trouble going in again under a penalty. Celma des Bois and For Fitz Sake can fill the places.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DAWN RAIDER (IRE) 2.CELMA DES BOIS (FR) 3.FOR FITZ SAKE (IRE)

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Fifth Race 4.05 The Betting And Gaming Council Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase (Class 3)

for six yrs old and upwards x Total race value £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6692, 2nd £3347, 3rd £1673, 4th £837.

(Penalty Value £7699.50)

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1 I’M WISER NOW (IRE) (24) 3211-33 D BF Br B g Presenting - Reine Angevine (FR) O J. C. Collett H North Cotswold

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TIMEFORM VIEW Tricky customer who jumped with little fluency when failing in his hat-trick bid at Cheltenham on his final Rules outing for Fergal O’Brien.Arrives in form from points, so can’t be dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA115

2 MARRACUDJA (FR) (29) 2-51603

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Br B g Martaline - Memorial (FR) O Foxtrot Racing Marracudja H Croome & West Warwickshire

Mr Tristan Durrell (5) J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser at best and took a step back in the right direction when third in a hunter at Hereford last time. Solid claims if he can build on that.

TFRHHHHI BHA131

3 PEACOCKS SECRET (IRE) (23) 321-343 Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Secret Can’t Say (IRE) O Mr J. T. B. Hunt H Fitzwilliam

10 12-1

Mr Dale Peters (3) J D. Peters, Sawtry T

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed gamble in 4-runner hunter at Fakenham almost a year ago and was far from discredited both subsequent outings. Fit from a recent outing in points,s so merits respect.

TFRHHHII BHA117

4 PETITE GANACHE (IRE) (344) 3001P5Br Ch g Presenting - Ain’t Misbehavin (IRE) O Mr Warwick Ryan-Beswick H Cheshire Forest

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Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7) J Derek Smith, Ashton T

TIMEFORMVIEWOut of sorts for Nicky Richards when last seen 11 months ago,so looks firmly up against it on hunter debut.

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5 PURE VISION (IRE) (19) 4P2/0//0-1 D

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Mr William Biddick J Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser at his best and produced his best effort for a while when landning a hunter at Ffos Las TFRHHHHH BHA120 19 days ago. Capable of following up with cheekpieces applied.

6 INDIROCCO (GER) (37) 31//1-231

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Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Indigo Girl (GER) O Mr J. H. Docker H Warwickshire

Miss Gina Andrews J T. Ellis, Rugby T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form over fences way back in 2018 and has built up a good record between the flags since, winning 3 of his 5 starts (including latest). Could put up a bold showing with lack of fitness no issue.

TFRHHHHI BHA110 2021: CAT TIGER (FR) 7 11 4 Harry Cobden 4-9 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 5.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Marracudja (FR), 5-2 Pure Vision (IRE), 11-2 Peacocks Secret (IRE), 15-2 I’m Wiser Now (IRE), 10-1 Indirocco (GER), 40-1 Petite Ganache (IRE)

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PURE VISION and Marracudja both had plenty of class at their peak and, while into the veteran category nowadays, they showed plenty of ability remains starting out in hunters last time. The first-named, a winner at Ffos Las, is marginally preferred, while Indirocco is considered a threat returning from a productive spell in points.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PURE VISION (IRE) 2.MARRACUDJA (FR) 3.INDIROCCO (GER)

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Br B g Milan - Distillery Lane (IRE) O Mr John P. McManus H Cattistock

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Sixth Race 4.35 The Retire A Military Working Animal #datr Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chase (Class 5) for maiden six yrs old and upwards x Total race value £5000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2231, 2nd £1116, 3rd £558, 4th £279.

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1 BARRACK HILL (IRE) (23) 326-332 Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Silent Song (IRE) O Mrs J. C. Holt H Belvoir

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Mr Paddy Barlow (7) J J. R. Barlow, Cropwell Bishop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Belied massive odds to finish third in this last season and has been holding his form between the flags lately, so no forlorn hope with a visor fitted.

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2 BENEFAKTOR (IRE) (60) 2/1-5124

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Br Ch g Beneficial - Hopeful Gleam (IRE) O Mr Keith F. J. Loads H Warwickshire

Miss Gina Andrews J T. Ellis, Rugby T

TIMEFORM VIEW Better effort in hunters when second in a maiden at Cartmel 9 months ago and, while below form between the flags a couple of months ago, he can’t be ruled out with an experienced rider on board.

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3 LONGTIDE (IRE) (60) 56/34/-2P

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Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Kerry’s Girl (IRE) O Mr John Wright H Puckeridge

Mr Alex Chadwick (5) J John Wright, Eye T

TIMEFORMVIEW Limited sort based on Rules/point form, so hard to make any sort of case for.

4 REBEL DAWN RISING (IRE) (10) 0P2-111 Br B or Br g Getaway (GER) - Meldrum Hall (IRE) O Mr David Kemp H North Norfolk Harriers

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8 11-12

Mr Dale Peters (3) J David Kemp, Thetford T

TIMEFORMVIEW Shaped better than the result in this race last year and he’s a multiple point winner, including his last 3 outings, so he’s certainly one to note back under Rules.

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5 SIXTEEN LETTERS (IRE) (23) 3-P0211 D Br B g Well Chosen - Back To Loughadera (IRE) O Mr J. F. Symes H Seavington

10 11-12

Mr Joshua Newman (3) J N. McLean, Cullompton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser for Kayley Woollacott and has started well in points (successful on last two outings) for his new stable, so makes plenty of appeal on his first crack at hunters.

TFRHHHHI BHA107 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2021: FUMET D’OUDAIRIES (FR) 6 11 4 Bridget Andrews 5-2 (T Ellis) 13 ran Visor, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

PLAY SMARTER

REBEL DAWN RISING and Sixteen Letters arrive on a four-timer and hat-trick respectively having enjoyed success in points and the pair of them are fancied to fight out this tightly-knit maiden hunter, with the first-named preferred. Benefaktor also has the ability to make an impact.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REBEL DAWN RISING (IRE) 2.SIXTEEN LETTERS (IRE) 3.BENEFAKTOR (IRE)

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Third Fourth Distance

Today’s Race Result

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Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Sixteen Letters (IRE), 5-2 Rebel Dawn Rising (IRE), 11-4 Benefaktor (IRE), 13-2 Barrack Hill (IRE), 33-1 Longtide (IRE)

Race Conditions

First Race 1.50 - THE DEFENCE MEDICAL REHABILITATION CENTRE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5772 to the winning horse The second to receive £2659, the third £1329, the fourth £665, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Penalties, after February 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 13 entries at £50. - Closed February 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4423; Second £2212; Third £1106; Fourth £553; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £5772.76) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.25 - THE ROYAL LANCERS ASSOCIATION MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3594 to the winning horse The second to receive £1655, the third £827, the fourth £414, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

February 27th. Penalties, after February 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 12 entries at £30. - Closed February 23rd, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2754; Second £1377; Third £688; Fourth £345; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3594.36) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.00 - THE ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5772 to the winning horse The second to receive £2659, and the third £1329. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Penalties, after February 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 9 entries at £50. - Closed February 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4423; Second £2212; Third £1106. (Penalty Value £5772.76) Weights lowered 7lb.

SEE PAGE 21 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.35 - THE COLDSTREAM GUARDS ASSOCIATION LEICESTER BRANCH CENTENARY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3594 to the winning horse The second to receive £1655, the third £827, the fourth £414, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Penalties, after February 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 22 entries at £30. - Closed February 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2754; Second £1377; Third £688; Fourth £345; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3594.36) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.05 - THE BETTING AND GAMING COUNCIL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7699 to the winning horse The second to receive £3850, the third £1924 and the fourth £963. for six yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2019, a winner of a steeple chase 3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Schedule (F)8 for the purposes of this race such that paragraph 17.2.4 of Part J also includes all Point-to-Point Steeple Chases run in Ireland. 13 entries at £75. - Closed February 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6692; Second £3347; Third £1673; Fourth £837. (Penalty Value £7699.50) HC SEE PAGE 27 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.35 - THE RETIRE A MILITARY WORKING ANIMAL ~DATR MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2566 to the winning horse The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321. for maiden six yrs old and upwards, which have finished first, second, third or fourth in a British Point-to-Point steeple chase. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. 11 entries at £25. - Closed February 23rd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2231; Second £1116; Third £558; Fourth £279. (Penalty Value £2566.50) HC SEE PAGE 29 FOR THIS RACE.

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