Leicester Racecard - Tuesday 28th February

Welcome to our second all chase meeting of 2023 with 6 races today, the first of which is at 2.00pm and the last at 4.30pm.

Important points to note today are:

Public bars and food stands will close today immediately following the final race and the racecourse will close shortly after 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. For our loyal Owners,Trainers and Annual badge holders we have provided the Paddock Pavilion for viewing today where you will find televisions, a bar, complimentary tea and coffee and a two course meal (owners and trainers only).You may also use the top floor of the Executive Boxes plus the Club Terrace area for viewing. Please be aware that we are now cashless on all bar and food outlets accepting only debit or credit cards Please be assured that turnstiles and betting facilities will continue to accept cash for the time being. For those customers who either forget their cards or do not possess a debit card or credit card, we have opened “voucher outlets” where you will be able to exchange your cash for vouchers and should you not spend your vouchers on the day you will be able to exchange them back for cash from the main office before you leave (up to 30 minutes after the last race), or use them on a future meeting. Today these outlets are situated at the Main Office, the Main Tote building and the Betting Hall Tote We are pleased to say that this change has sped up service and improved security.

Some other points of interest are:

• Our executive boxes and Club room have now been refurbished.

• Our KUBE building has also been completely refurbished and is once again operating as a self-hire wedding and conference venue

• Our Nelson Suite is currently closed and undergoing a refurbishment which will include a brand new lift.Work will be completed on the refurbishment by our race meeting on 10th March.

HAVE A GREAT DAY, THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING US AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN FOR FINAL JUMPS MEETING OF THE SEASON ON FRIDAY 10TH MARCH.

Today’s Officials Stewards

Mr T. EVETTS

Ms HEATHER KEMP

(Stewards Panel Chair)

Mr G. UPTON

Mr B. FORD

Mr A. GALLIERS-PRATT

Starters

Mr R. SUPPLE

Mr K. O’SHEA

Judge

Mr D. HICKS

Clerk of the Scales

Mr J. LIND

Veterinary Officer

Ms S. BATE

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Mr J.WILLIS

Ms L. NEALE

Mr W. SEELY

Veterinary Surgeons

J.W. E. BEVIN, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S

A.P. J. Knott, MA Vet MB M.R.C.V.S

P. J. DALY, M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S

Farrier

Mr T.W.ALLEN, DWCF

Medical Officers

Dr C. REYNOLDS

Dr C. ROLLASON

Dr M. DAVIES

Nurse

Mrs G. LESTER

Clerk of the Course

Mr J. S. STEVENSON

General Manager

Mr D. MAYKELS

Betting Ring Manager

Mr S. RANN

Commentator

Mr T. PETERS

Safeguarding Officers

Ms D.WILDER

Mr D. MAYKELS

Today’s race conditions can be found on page 31 of this race programme

Leicester Racecourse

The Racecourse, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 4AL Telephone: (0116) 271 6515

Fax: (0116) 271 1746 For

LeicesterRacecourse EnclosurePlan

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.

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

Bars will close up to half an hour after the last race or at the Manager’s discretion. No person under the age of 18 years will be served or allowed to consume alcohol on these premises

Betting with the Bookmakers

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 prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £233,569 in rate card and incremental prize money at this racecourse from January to April 2023.

Health & Safety Notice

Evacuation Procedures

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.

Information & Enquiries

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

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

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:

coloursno horse

5 KELTIC RHYTHM (IRE) (19) 2253P5

age st-lb

7 11-0

B g Milan - Ballinaroone Girl (IRE) Trevor Whelan (3) Stephen Lower Insurance Services Ltd Neil King, Newmarket

Michael Fennessy

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-upall4startsinIrishpointsandintheframemoreoftenthatnotunderRules Runpoorlylast2starts,however,andsomething to prove now going chasing.

Racecard Key

1. Saddle Cloth Number

2. Horse Name

3. Country Code

4. Days since last run

Star Ratings Explained:

5. Form Figures

6.Age

7.Weight in St & Lb

8. Jockey Colour

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

★★★★★ Selected to win the race.

★★★★✩ Good chance of being placed.

9. Form Guide

10 Star Rating

11. Official BHA Rating

★★★✩✩ 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.

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

The main area at a racecourse where the bookmakers operate

Board prices

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.

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

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”.

Dual forecast

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

The best bet of the day from a particular tipster

Non- Runner

A horse that was originally 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)

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

Bookmaker’s reduction of the odds on a particular horse

Short Price

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.

The Fernie Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010.

(Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 1lb

colours no horse age st-lb

1 FILE ILLICO (FR) (36) 311-PPP CD

8 11-8

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Noryane (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Mrs E. J. Wills Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Mr Yves De Soultrait Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWLeft hurdles form well behind switched to fences last term,winning 4 of his 6 starts It’s been a different story so far this season (pulled up all 3 starts) but obviously no shock were he to revive having been dropped another 5lb TFRHHHII BHA115

2 CENOTICE (GB) (22) 301-440 D

9 11-5

Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Kenny’s Dream Theo Gillard (3) J

O Mr D. McMahon Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Mickley Stud Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won 3 times following a lengthy absence last season but well beaten at Fontwell in May and it’s been a similar story in 2 outings over fences/hurdles in recent months Bounce back needed. TFRHHIII BHA112

3 GREAT HEART’JAC (FR) (5) P-00512 CD

8 11-2

Br Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Aqua Fontana (FR) Paddy Brennan J

O Mr Lee Craze Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Mrs L. & Mr J. Grandchamp Des Raux Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Irish point winner who made a successful start in this sphere in C&D handicap in December Similar form when second in another small field at Huntingdon since Good chance of another win TFRHHHHH BHA109

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 2.

DECLARED RUNNERS 3

Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Great Heart’jac (FR), 9-4 File Illico (FR), 11-2 Cenotice (GB) PLAY

GREAT HEART’JAC is the one who obviously arrives in form so he gets the vote, although it certainly wouldn’t be a surprise to see File Illico bounce back in this easier race

PACE YOURSELF

ALLOW ONE SOFT DRINK BETWEEN EVERY ALCOHOLIC DRINK

1.GREAT HEART’JAC (FR) 2.FILE ILLICO (FR) 3.CENOTICE

Support our Anniversary!

CHARITY OF THE YEAR 2023

CHARITY OF THE YEAR 2023

Since2003,Hopehas fundednearly70research projectsin Leicester’s universitiesandhospitals andestablishedthe internationally-recognised HopeCancerTrialsCentre herein Leicester.

Sinceitopenedin 2012, thousandsof peoplefrom ourareahavereceived world-classcareand ground-breaking treatmentsnotcurrently availableon the NHS atthe Centre.

Standard Package £2000.00 inc VAT

Affiliates page on Website

Advertising space for one banner (does not include cost of production)

Social media activity as above

Logo on CCTV screens each raceday

One race to include BTO and trophy presentation

Platinum Package £4000.00 inc VAT

Affiliates page on website

Full page racecard advert on all meetings

Advertising space for one banner on racecourse (does not include cost of production)

Logo on CCTV screens each raceday

Social media activity to 2 stories on (Facebook and Instagram) and 1 posts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Include LinkedIn each month.

One race name to include BTO and trophy presentation

2x Annual memberships

Second Race 2.30

The Belvoir

Mares’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for five yrs old and upwards mares x Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 AUDITORIA (GB) (26) 4F-4442

6 12-0

Br B m Gleneagles (IRE) - Authora (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Nick Brown Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Woodcote Stud Ltd McCoy Contractors S

TIMEFORMVIEWFair winning hurdler Best run over fences this term when second at Fakenham (21f) in first-time blinkers (retained) 26 days ago Mark unchanged and every chance of going one better if in similar form. TFRHHHHH BHA92

2 STAMINA CHOPE (FR) (21) 21-3363

7 11-12

Br Ch m Muhaymin (USA) - My Virginia (FR) Lee Edwards J

O Mr Douglas Bradbury Dave Roberts, Kenley T

B Mr Alain Chopard et al Mill Farm Holiday Park S

TIMEFORM VIEW Now 2lb lower than scoring at Sedgefield (21f) last spring and latest Market Rasen third was respectable Unlikely to be far away. TFRHHHHI BHA90

3 TOUGHASOLDBOOTS (IRE) (21) 335364 D

5 11-11

Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Khirahs Firth (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (5) J

O Donald McCain Racing Club Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Michael Thornton Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest winning hurdler Made a reasonable start to her hurdle career when 8 lengths fourth of 5 at Market Rasen (19f) 3 weeks ago but Stamina Chope was 3 lengths ahead in third.

4 HAPPY NEWS (GB) (29) P000-55 CD

HHHII BHA93

10 11-8

Br Gr m Fair Mix (IRE) - Welcome News Charlie Todd J

O Mrs Caroline Shaw Sam Allwood, Whitchurch T

B Mrs Caroline L. Shaw Allwood Horse Transport, Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWFormer C&D winner but she lost her way for John Groucott in the second half of last season and has fared no better in 2 comeback runs for her new stable in recent months Refitted cheekpieces need to make a difference TFRHHIII BHA86

5 LEGENDARY RHYTHM (GB) (8) 52566B

7 10-13

Br B m Midnight Legend - Hot Rhythm Ben Poste J

O David Clark and Partner Tom Symonds, Hentland T B Mr P. P. Symonds Gun Dog Gin Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored for nearly 2 years Her best form has come around 2m and she’s not obviously been shaping as if she’s ready to take advantage of this career-low mark. TFRHHIII BHA77

2022:ASTRA VIA 7 11 1 Adam Wedge 5-1 (Evan Williams) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Auditoria (GB), 4-1 Stamina Chope (FR), 11-2 Toughasoldboots (IRE), Legendary Rhythm (GB), 20-1 Happy News (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

If the blinkers continue to have a positive effect this looks a decent opportunity for AUDITORIA to land a first win over fences Stamina Chope didn’t run too badly at Market Rasen recently and may give her most to think about.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

Today’s Race Result

(IRE)

Third Fourth Distance

Bookmakers, both on and off the course are helping to pay for the improvement of racing through the Levy Fund.

www.leicester-racecourse.com

Third Race 3.00

The Cottesmore

Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

1 FLANN (GB) (12) P31B21 CD

8 12-0

Br B g Brian Boru - Lady Karinga Liam Harrison (3) J

O Flann’s Fans Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B T. A. Harman Bresbet S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won 4-runner race over C&D in November and added another small-field course handicap (22.5f)

12 days ago, seeing off the reopposing Koi Dodville by 4 1/2 lengths

2 HIWAY ONE O THREE (IRE) (7) 111-431 D

6 12-0 (in 7lb ex)

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Good Time In Milan (IRE) Tom Cannon J

O Ward-Thomas & Dennis Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Michael Wemyss Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Quick hat-trick over hurdles last spring. Came good at the third time of asking over fences when pulling 14 lengths clear at Market Rasen a week ago. Leading claims under 7lb penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA

3 KOI DODVILLE (FR) (12) 223542

Br B g French Fifteen (FR) - Konkan (IRE)

5 11-4

Mr Gearoid Harney (7) J

O David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington T

B S.A.R.L Haras de Dodville W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed aptitude for chasing when runner-up on his first 2 starts in July and back from some lesser efforts when second over 22.5f here 12 days ago, albeit he was no real match for the reopposing winner Flann. TFRHHHII BHA104

4 CAPTAIN CUCKOO (GB) (16) F-PPP54

11 10-2

Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Shiny Thing (USA) David Noonan J

O Mrs Pippa Gillard Mark Gillard, Sherborne T B H. F. Morris Ascot Park Polo Club S TIMEFORMVIEW Modest chaser nowadays who is easy to oppose here from 6lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII

Great British Bonus Scheme

Fourth Race 3.30

The Atherstone

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 ROSTELLO (FR) (19) 0543P4 D

8 12-1

Br Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR) Charlie Hammond J

O Dr R. D. P. Newland Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T

B Patrick Boiteau Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWStratford winner over this trip in July but has looked a shadow of that performer in 2 starts back this year Given a chance by the handicapper at least and has a change of headgear. TFRHHHII BHA101

2 BIG CHANGES (GB) (5) 211354

6 11-12

Br B g Kayf Tara - Harrys Whim Lewis Dobb (7) J

O Miss Laura Morgan L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T

B J. R. Wills

TIMEFORMVIEWWon 2 conditionals’ events in the space of 8 days under this rider in October (latterly a 3m event atAyr). Might have done improving but unwise to rule out a good run back under Lewis Dobb TFRHHHII BHA98

3 KEPLERIAN (GB) (62) 0444-5P BF

6 11-9

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Countess Camilla Connor Brace J

O Huw & Richard Davies & Friends Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B H. Davies & R. Davies Kendall & Davies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden hurdler with claims on the pick of his form if taking to chasing

4 C’EST QUELQU’UN (FR) (12) PP-03P1 C

6 11-7

Br Br g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Sangrilla (FR) David Bass J

O Mr R. Cooper Sean Curran, Swindon T

B Mr Jean-Pierre Marquet

TIMEFORMVIEW Back to winning ways in 20.1f novice handicap chase here under this rider 12 days ago, asserting late on from Cloudy Wednesday. 5lb rise to overcome but it’s not impossible

5 ALSO KNOWN AS (IRE) (36) 21-U00

HHHII BHA93

5 11-2

Br B g Presenting - Jay Lo (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J

O Mrs Fitri Hay Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Miss Sharon Spillane JMH Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Well held both completed starts over hurdles, but this point winner could prove a different proposition switched straight to fences for handicap debut (sports first-time blinkers/tongue strap). TFRHHHHH BHA94

6 CLOUDY WEDNESDAY (IRE) (12) 650612

7 11-0

Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Hansel Monday (IRE) Lewis Stones (5) J

O Caroline Fryer Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T

B Miss Irene T. Walsh

TIMEFORMVIEWProved well suited by the strong pace when off the mark at Fakenham earlier this month under this rider Just as good in defeat when seen off by C’est Quelqu’un here 12 days ago and 3lb rise offset by return of Lewis Stones TFRHHHHI BHA86

7 GUTTURAL (IRE) (336) 31/P654-

9 10-9

Br B g Gold Well - Our Fair Lady (IRE) William Kennedy J

O Mrs Phillippa Taylor Phillippa Taylor, Fringford T

B Mr S. Gorman

TIMEFORMVIEW Point winner in April 2021 but was showing nothing under Rules when last seen 11 months ago TFRHHIII BHA81

2022: DAWN RAIDER (IRE) 10 11 11 James Bowen 15-8 (Gary Hanmer) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 6. Stewards Note: CLOUDY WEDNESDAY: Following its run on 16/2/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 C’Est Quelqu’un (FR), 4-1 Also Known As (IRE), 5-1 Cloudy Wednesday (IRE), 6-1 Big Changes (GB), 13-2 Keplerian (GB), 15-2 Rostello (FR), 25-1 Guttural (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The interesting one is ALSO KNOWN AS, a point winner who could leave his modest hurdling efforts behind now switched to chasing for his handicap debut fitted with headgear. This isn’t a strong race and a big run would be no surprise Cloudy Wednesday can reverse recent course placings with C’est Quelqu’un, while Keplerian may also do better now going over fences with a tongue tie on.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ALSO KNOWN AS (IRE) 2.CLOUDY WEDNESDAY (IRE) 3.KEPLERIAN

Notices

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES TO MY HUSBAND ALAN WHO IS MY ‘BEST MATE’ LOVE AND THANKS FOR EVERYTHING FROM MARY XX

Fifth Race 4.00

The Pytchley

Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase (Class 3)

for six yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000

Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6692, 2nd £3347, 3rd £1673, 4th £837.

(Penalty Value £7699.50)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 COUSIN PASCAL (FR) (9) 5-P14P1

11 12-4

Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tante Zoe (FR) Mr Huw Edwards (7) J

O Mr Nathan Richards J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich T

H North Shropshire

TIMEFORMVIEWWonAintree Foxhunters’ in 2021 and fifth in last year’s renewal Modest in Hereford hunter 29 days ago but wide-margin point winner again since Should go well

2 ESPOIR DE TEILLEE (FR) (10) 30P-PPU

HHHHI BHA120

11 12-4

Br B g Martaline - Belle de Lyphard (FR) Miss Fern O’Brien (5) J

O Mr R. S. Brookhouse B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T

H Suffolk

TIMEFORMVIEW Smart handicap chaser on his day and offered a bit more back front-running at Haydock recently until unseating just after halfway. Good chance he’ll be involved.

3 SOLOMON GREY (FR) (7) 231-156

11 12-4

Br Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Sardagna (FR) J

O Miss Sarah A. Dawson Miss V. Collins, Broadway T H North Cotswold

4 DALAHAST (FR) (2) 560-P53

Br Ch g Ballingarry (IRE) - Iroquoise II (FR) Mr James King J

H Llangeinor Pentyrch

10 11-12

O Mr A. B. Leyshon A. B. Leyshon, Pyle T

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple chase winner in France but obviously not the force of old, well held again at Fontwell on Sunday. TFRHHIII BHA103

5 TOO MANY DIAMONDS (IRE) (393) 5P//PP0P-

Br Br g Diamond Green (FR) - Too Much Color (USA) Miss Ella Herbison (7) J

FIVE NON-RUNNER

12 11-12

O Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Anthony Ward-Thomas, Hawkley T

Hursley Hambledon TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive chaser for Dan Skelton in 2017/18 but has shown very little since, including in points

run for 13 months.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: MARRACUDJA (FR) 11 12 4 Mr Tristan Durrell 3-1 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Cousin Pascal (FR), 6-5 Espoir de Teillee (FR), 25-1 Dalahast (FR), 40-1 Too Many Diamonds (IRE)

2021 Aintree Foxhunters’ winner COUSIN PASCAL ran out a wide-margin winner of a point recently and is narrowly preferred to Espoir de Teillee, who showed a bit more spark at Haydock.

First Second Time

Third Fourth Distance

Today’s search Leicester Racecourse Facebook Like us on Facebook Leicester Racecourse Like us on Facebook for all the latest news, views, information, competitions and offers

PLAY SMARTER

A TRACK RECORD TO BE

HorseracinginBritainisamongtheworld’s bestregulatedanimalactivities.The14,000 horsesintrainingenjoyalevelofcareanda qualityoflifevirtuallyunsurpassedbyany otherdomesticatedanimal.

Sixth Race 4.30

The Quorn

Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for maiden six yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £5000 Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2231, 2nd £1116, 3rd £558, 4th £279. (Penalty Value £2566.50)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 GETTING CLOSER (IRE) (12) 11-P223

9 11-12

Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Sixofone (IRE) Miss Izzie Marshall (5) J

O Three Off The Tee Alan Hill, Aston Rowant T

H Essex & Suffolk

TIMEFORMVIEW Second in a couple of points prior to finishing third (Santon second) in a 22.5f course hunter 12 days ago

The way he shaped on that occasion suggests this shorter trip shouldn’t be an issue. Player TFRHHHHI BHA107

2 HIDALGO CONTI (FR) (23) 24-F45

6 11-12

Br B g Masked Marvel - Djna Conti (FR) Mr Charlie Case (7) J

O Mr M. Kehoe Fiona Kehoe, Leighton Buzzard T

H Bicester with Whaddon Chase

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden pointer who showed some ability when fifth of 11 in a Hereford maiden 23 days ago on his first outing under Rules Chase debut TFRHHHII BHA-

MIGHT

3 MIGHTY MONARCH (IRE) (339) 04-

6 11-12

Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Tuesdays Girl (IRE) J

O Mr F. A. Hutsby F. A. Hutsby, Wellesbourne T

H Warwickshire TIMEFORMVIEW TFRHHIII BHA-

4 SANTON (IRE) (12) P11-352 D

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Nutmeg Tune (IRE)

O Mr John Chatfeild-Roberts

H Belvoir

8 11-12

Miss Meisha Micklewright (7) J

Kelly Morgan, Withcote T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler and a dual winner in points Shaped with promise when second (repposing Getting Closer third) in a 22.5f course hunter chase 12 days ago Leading claims

5 ULTRA VIERS (IRE) (12) 6500-24

7 11-12

Br B g Fame And Glory - Endless Moments (IRE) Mr Joseph Stevenson (7) J

O Mrs Phillippa Taylor Phillippa Taylor, Fringford T

H Bicester with Whaddon Chase

TIMEFORMVIEWModest form at best in bumpers/hurdles Runner-up on point debut in January but behind reoposing pair Santon and Getting Closer in a course hunter since.

2022: REBEL DAWN RISING (IRE) 8 11 12 Mr Dale Peters 6-4 (David Kemp) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Santon (IRE), 6-4 Getting Closer (IRE), 17-2 Hidalgo Conti (FR), 12-1 Ultra Viers (IRE)

SANTON is taken to confirm recent course superiority over Getting Closer and make it second time lucky in hunters for Kelly Morgan.

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SANTON (IRE) 2.GETTING CLOSER (IRE)

VIERS (IRE)

SIX

ENGAGEMENT

Third Fourth Distance AND EDUCATION ACTIVITY racingtogether.co.uk @RacingTogether

Race Conditions

First Race 2.00 - THE FERNIE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, and the third £1215. for 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 26th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb 7 entries at £50. - Closed February 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 1lb

SEE PAGE 11 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.30 - THE BELVOIR MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £7 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb 10 entries at £7. - Closed February 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE COTTESMORE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215 and the fourth £608. 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 26th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb 10 entries, 1 at £10 and 9 at £50.

- Closed February 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.30 - THE ATHERSTONE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £7 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb 18 entries at £7. - Closed February 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.00 - THE PYTCHLEY 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 22nd and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, 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. 10 entries at £75. - Closed February 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6692; Second £3347; Third £1673; Fourth £837. (Penalty Value £7699.50) HC

SEE PAGE 27 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.30 - THE QUORN 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 22nd and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys 7 entries at £25. - Closed February 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2231; Second £1116; Third £558; Fourth £279. (Penalty Value £2566.50) HC

SEE PAGE 29 FOR THIS RACE.