AFTERNOON
THURSDAY 4TH DECEMBER 2025
Welcome to our 4th December Raceday 2025.
This is our third jumps meeting of the season. We have 7 races today commencing at 12.30pm until 3.30pm.
Important points to note today are:
Important points to note today are: For our Owners and Trainers, we have provided the Club Room for dining plus the first floor Executive Room for viewing today where you will find large televisions, a bar, complimentary tea and coffee and a two course meal plus private betting facilities and you may also use the Club Terrace area and Premier Room 2 today. For our Annual badge holders, you have the Paddock Pavilion and The Club Terrace.
Please be aware that we no longer accept cash at all our bar and food outlets, only debit or credit cards. Please be assured that turnstiles and betting facilities will continue to accept cash. 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 the outlet is situated at the Main Office. Please also note the new location of the Paddock Tote which is now next to the turnstile toilets overlooking the Parade Ring. 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 where we have 2 qualified staff to look after any slips, trips or bumps you may have and hopefully nothing more serious.
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Today’s Officials
Stewards
Ms L MOORE (Chief Steward)
Ms J SWAINSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Ms B DOWSWELL
Ms A JOHNSON
Mr L JORDAN
Mr G PEARSON
Ms L THOMSON
Starters
Mr L JONES
Mr R SUPPLE
Judge
Mr N BOSTOCK
Clerk of the Scales
Mr M ROBERTS
Veterinary Officer
Mr M TONG
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Mr S MITCHELL
Ms R BARNETT
Ms J VICKERS
Veterinary Surgeons
Mr W BEVIN
Mr P DALY
Mrs H CUNNINGHAM
Farrier
Mr D WILLIAMS
Medical Officers
Dr S READY
Dr S RAYNER
Dr P PRITCHARD
Nurse
Mrs G LESTER
Clerk of the Course
Mr J S STEVENSON
General Manager
Mr D MAYKELS
Betting Ring Manager
Mr M CHAPMAN
Commentator
Mr T PETERS
Presenter
Mr TIM PETERS
Safeguarding Officers
Mr D MAYKELS
Mr J STEVENSON Today’s
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5 KELTIC RHYTHM (IRE) (19) 2253P5
B g Milan - Ballinaroone Girl (IRE)
7 11-0
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
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.
Form Guide
Star Rating
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.
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The Annual Badge @leicesterraces Ideal Christmas Present ‘National Hunt’ Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
colours no horse
1 CHOICE RUNNER (IRE) (19) 55F-2 5 11-4
Br B g Well Chosen - Belsalsa (FR)
Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Mr Robert Kirkland Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Ned Morris Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEWWasn’t donewithwhenfalling3outonhurdles debutatUttoxeterinMarch andagain shapedwellwith acreditable secondtotheodds-on Jasmine d’Airy in 2m novice at the same course last month (first run following a wind op).This step back up in trip looks a good move and he’s a big player TFRHHHHH BHA-
2
MIDSUMMER DREAM (FR) (362) 60-
4 11-4
Br Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Lady Macbeth (FR) Kielan Woods J
O Mrs Nicola Bulgin Toby Bulgin, Lambourn T
B Mr Luc Moens
TIMEFORMVIEWNo real impact in a couple of bumpers and improvement needed now switched to hurdles following a year off TFRHIIII BHA-
3 MY OWN
LOVELY LEE
(IRE) (29) 3-4
Br Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Going For Home (IRE)
5 11-4
James Best J
O My Own Lovely Lee Syndicate Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Miss Lorna Doyle Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWThirdsolestartinIrishpointsinFebruaryandtherewaspromiseinhisRulesdebutfourthina10-runnerChepstownovicehurdle(19.4f,soft) last month.Entitled to come on for that run,but it’s likely that he’ll come into his own when faced with an even stiffer test. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 NEPTUNE HOUSE
(GB) (25) 004-P
Br Br g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Popaway
5 11-4
Richie McLernon J
O Mrs Louisa Talbot Laura Horsfall, Towcester T
B Pauline Harkin Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Down the field in a pair of bumpers 9 months apart and it’s been a case of much of the same in a couple of runs over hurdles TFRHIIII BHA-
5 POP’S FOLLY (IRE) (286) 05-
Br B g Califet (FR) - Popalong (IRE)
5 11-4
Finn Lambert (3) J
O Folly Flyers Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle T
B Mr John Donovan Georgina Nicholls S
TIMEFORMVIEW Bettered debut effort when fifth in an 11-runner Exeter bumper in February, but will need to take another sizeable step foward if he’s to get competitive now hurdling. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 SHOTGUN RIDER (IRE) (208) 1
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - The Brock Inn (IRE)
4 11-4
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Phil Cunningham Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B J. W. Nicholson
TIMEFORMVIEW Picked up for £155,000 after winning his only start in Irish points during the spring. In good hands as he embarks on a career under Rules and it will be interesting to see what the market has to say. TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 TAO ENKI (FR) (35) 50-5
5 11-4
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Lady Needles (IRE) Jack Hogan J
O Not Another Partnership 2 Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T
B E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWGlimmers of ability in bumpers last season and made an encouraging start over hurdles when fifth of 14 in a Stratford novice (16.3f,good to soft) at the end of October Promises to be suited by this step up in trip and he’s not discounted TFRHHHII BHA-
8 UBATUBA (IRE)
(263) U1-
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Anguilla
5
11-4
Mr Ben Sutton (5) J
O Mr N. Sutton Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B The Beeches Stud Ltd Betano S TIMEFORMVIEWBangtherewhenunseating3outondebutbetweentheflagslastDecemberandaccountedfor10rivalsonlateststartinthatsphereinMarch Changed hands for £85,000 and,having joined a prolific,up-and-coming yard,he is of strong interest now switched to hurdles TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: SIXMILEBRIDGE (IRE) 5 11 4 Kielan Woods 1-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 9 ran
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Stewards Note:
NEPTUNE HOUSE: Following its run on 9/11/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Choice Runner (IRE), 10-3 Ubatuba (IRE), 4-1 Shotgun Rider (IRE), 11-2 My Own Lovely Lee (IRE), 10-1 Tao Enki (FR), 40-1 Pop’s Folly (IRE), 66-1 Midsummer Dream (FR), 250-1 Neptune House (GB)
With this step back up in trip likely to spark improvement, CHOICE RUNNER is taken to build on his recent Uttoxeter second by going one better here Point winners Shotgun Rider and Ubatuba are appealing and confidence behind either in the betting would look significant, while My Own Lovely Lee and Tao Enki both showed promise on their debuts in this sphere and should do better in time
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Second Race 1.00
The Leicester Racecourse Ideal Self-Hire Wedding
Venue
Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)
for novice four 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
1 ROE AND CO (IRE) (21) P0-4311
Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Limerick Rose (IRE)
O Roe And Co Racing
7 12-0
Joe Anderson (3) J
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Kevin Cullen BetVictor S
TIMEFORMVIEWLightlyracedIrishpointwinnerimprovedtowinonsecondstartoverfencesatChepstowlastmonthandfollowedupoffthesamemarkincheekpieces(retained) at Market Rasen 8 days on.Looks a sound jumper and no surprise to see him make a bold bid for the hat-trick in a
2 JACKELINE (GB) (36) 1642-32 6 11-10
Br Ch m Jack Hobbs - Ballinlina
Daniel Sansom (3) J
O Mrs R. Jowett Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B P. Balding We Do Vans S
TIMEFORMVIEWSmallishmare(damunracedhalf-sistertousefulchaser)againlookedlessthanstraightforwardunderpressurewhenchasinghometheoutsider in a 5-runner handicap hurdle at Fakenham (20f) last month.Faces a different test on chase debut but arrives in good heart. TFRHHHII BHA96
3 REFORME (IRE) (36) 4-56521
6 11-6
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Argento Luna Robert Dunne J
O Rees, Green and Partner Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T
B Mr K. D. Cotter JMC Surfacing Contractors S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairhurdleratbest.Yettomatchthatformover fencesbuthasbeenrunningwellinweaknovicehandicapchases,runner-upatHuntingdon and perhaps slightly fortunate to go one better at Fakenham (24.2f) last time Will likely need to improve to follow up TFRHHHII BHA92
4 GALWAY REEL (IRE) (50) 26U310 BF
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Moraine
O Not One But Two
6 11-4
Charlie Todd J
Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock Ltd Paul McGowan Grab Hire Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalised on falling mark when scoring at third time of asking over fences in 3m Market Rasen handicap Soon off the bridle and ran no sort of race in bid to follow up atWorcester in October and remains to be seen if he’s on a going day following a short break. TFRHHHII BHA90
5 YORGUNNABEPLUCKY (GB) (13) 050-124
Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Amicus
5 10-13
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J
O Midlands Quintet Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B John Nye Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedwhenoffthemarkonchasedebutatFfosLas(16f)inJuneandmatchedthatformwhenrunner-uptoasubsequentwinneratStratford(22.6f) on return.Turned in a laboured effort at Chepstow 13 days ago but every chance if he can recapture previous form with cheekpieces refitted. TFRHHHHI BHA85
6 GRAND
SABRE (GB) (23)
PP-1456
Br B g Dartmouth - Unika La Reconce (FR)
6 10-6
Tabitha Worsley (3) J
O Nick Gifford Racing Club Nick Gifford, Findon T
B Dr Bryan Mayoh Avtrade Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWStandouteffortoverjumpswhensuccessfulina5-runnerhandicapatWarwick(3m,good)inMay.Belowformall3startssince,forallhecanbeforgiven latest run when doing too much too soon under a more positive ride May prove more competitive if ridden more efficiently here. TFRHHHII BHA78
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024: CATCH CATCHFIRE 5 11 11 Charlie Todd 18-1 (Ian Williams) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 5. Stewards Note: GALWAY REEL: Following its run on 15/10/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Roe And Co (IRE), 7-2 Galway Reel (IRE), 11-2 Yorgunnabeplucky (GB), 6-1 Jackeline (GB), Reforme (IRE), 10-1 Grand Sabre (GB)
A few of these come with risks attached and hat-trick seeking ROE AND CO looks the percentage call. Yorgunnabeplucky made a promising start over fences and could be the danger if bouncing back with headgear refitted. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROE AND CO (IRE) 2.YORGUNNABEPLUCKY 3.GRAND
The Astill Planning Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 5lb colours no horse
1 OUR BILL’S AUNT (IRE) (281) 233121- CD 9 11-9
Br B m Blueprint (IRE) - Carrigmoorna Oak (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O The 25 Club Alex Hales, Edgecote T
B Michael Mescal Winwood Construction UK Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW In top form in this sphere when last seen early this year, winning twice on heavy ground Player if ready to go TFRHHHHI BHA114
2 HOLD UP LA COLMINE (FR) (11) 31//53P-1 D 8 11-5
Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Taiwan Leto (FR)
James Best J
O Tim Syder & Martin St Quinton Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B SCEA Ecurie de La Colmine & Mr S. Tonero
Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWNarrowwinneronhandicapbowatSedgefieldin2023whenlastseeninthissphere Lightlyracedoverfencessincebutlookedbetterthaneverwhenmakingawinning returnatWindsor11daysago Abletoraceoffthesamemarkbackoverhurdles(duetogoup 4lbinthissphereand9lboverfences). TFRHHHHI BHA110 (+4)
3 CAST’S TASHA (IRE) (307) 1P6/124-
Br B m Westerner - Samsha (IRE)
O Sue & Clive Cole & Ann & Tony Gale
8 11-4
Toby McCain-Mitchell (5) J
Ben Clarke, Corscombe T
B Ms Joyce Marsh Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Likeable mare who scored at Ffos Las on her return last November Resumes
serious consideration on the back of a wind op given her good record when fresh with yard going
4 ONE
EYE ON VEGAS
(GB) (19) U6160-2 CD
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Savingforvegas (IRE)
8 11-4
Charlie Hammond J
O Mr Ben Turner Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T
B Ben Turner Science Supplements S
TIMEFORMVIEW Won here last year off 2lb lower and ran right up to his best when second at Wetherby on return Must be considered. TFRHHHHH BHA109
5 KARTON PLEIN (FR) (39) 2/541-62 BF
Br B g Karaktar (IRE) - Porta Romana (FR)
5 11-3
Lewis Saunders (5) J
O Always Dreaming, Ever Hopeful Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Philippe Thriet, Michel Larobe, Vincent Betano S TIMEFORMVIEWLeft hurdling debut form behind to win maiden at Southwell (15.8f,soft, 13/8) in February, jumping fluently and making all Better for handicap debut/reappearance when second at Fontwell and remains unexposed. Up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA108
6 LIONS PEAK (IRE) (247) 64/P315- D
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Rose of Africa (IRE)
O Mr Geoffrey Bishop
5 11-2
Joe Anderson (3) J
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Belmont B/S, Glenville B/S & Conor Ryan BetVictor S TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedforthisyard,landingamaidenhurdleatHereford(19.7f,good)ingoodstyleinMarch.Seemedunsuitedbythedropbackintrip on handicap bow at Kempton the following month so worth another chance back up in distance on return. TFRHHHHI
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.
Stewards Note:
LIONS PEAK: Following its run on 1/4/2025 it was reported that the horse would benefit from a step up
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Hold Up La Colmine (FR), 5-1 One Eye On Vegas (GB), 11-2 Karton Plein (FR), 6-1 Our Bill’s Aunt (IRE), 15-2 Lions Peak (IRE), 8-1 Cast’s Tasha (IRE) PLAY
A small but competitive-looking field. ONE EYE ON VEGAS won here last year off a similar mark and is set for another bold bid after his encouraging return at Wetherby. Cast’s Tasha won on her reappearance last year and rates the main threat for her in-form yard.
The Dave Boydon 60th Birthday Celebration Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 A PAI DE NOM (GB) (20) 25-121 5 11-6
Br B g Passing Glance - Midnight Cataria
Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Cherry Knoll Farm, M Ward & D Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Pitchall Stud Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEWMade it 2-3 over hurdles when coming from off the pace to account for 17 rivals on his handicap bow at Cheltenham (21f,soft) last month.Couldn’t be certain that he’ll be suited by this drop in trip,particularly now returning to a small-field scenario,but he’s clearly a promising novice TFRHHHHH BHA124
2 NORTH OF RICHMOND (IRE)
(36)
212-1 D 5 11-6
Br B g Workforce - Glide Away (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O The Royal Botanicals Alex Hales, Edgecote T
B Andrew English Winwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW£75,000buywhowasrunner-uponlyoutinginIrishpointsandwentonebetteronRulesdebutina6-runnerBangorbumperinOctober2024.Alsomadeawinningstart overhurdlesonreturnatFakenham(2m,goodtosoft)andwhilethatformisnothingtogetexcitedabout,he’sopentoimprovement. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 FANNY MOON (FR) (205) 0-0
5 11-0
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Fannyjul (FR) Shane Quinlan (3) J
O Mr A. W. K. Merriam Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B E.A.R.L. Haras de La Haie Neuve AP Precision Groundworks S
TIMEFORMVIEW Safely held in a couple of bumpers during the spring and readily passed over now sent hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 ROMANY KING (GB) (37) 1-0
6 11-0
Br B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Silver Gypsy (IRE) Paul O’Brien J
O On The Bill
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Yorton Farm Stud Merriebelle Stable LLC S TIMEFORMVIEW£45,000purchaseafterwinningsolestartinIrishpointslastDecember Equippedwithahood(retainedhere;tonguestrapnowenlisted,too)whentrailing in last of 10 on hurdles debut at Ffos Las where he raced keenly and dropped out tamely in the home straight.Since undergone a wind op TFRHIIII BHA-
5 SEAVIEW ROCK (GB) (669) 3/-
Br B g Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Secret Door (IRE)
5 11-0
Mr Ben Sutton (5) J
O Mr N. Sutton Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B E. G. M. Beard Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEW Close third in a maiden point on sole run between the flags in February 2024. Subsequently sold for £72,000 and the market should point the way in terms of expectations ahead of this Rules debut TFRHHHII BHA-
6 TREAD CAREFULLY (IRE) (25) 2-02
4 11-0
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Myakoda (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr R. Tredwin Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Ms Salome Brennan Courtiers Investment Services Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upinaUttoxeterbumperinMarchanddulybuiltonreappearance/hurdlesdebutpromisewhenfindingjustonetoogoodina2mSandownmaiden last month.Pulled nicely clear of the rest with the potentially useful winner that day and likely to go one better before long. TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024:AUTHODIDACTE (FR) 4 10 9 Charlie Deutsch 11-2 (Venetia Williams) 6 ran Hood worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 4.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 A Pai de Nom (GB), 5-2 Tread Carefully (IRE), 9-2 North of Richmond (IRE), 13-2 Seaview Rock (GB), 33-1 Romany King (GB), 200-1 Fanny Moon (FR) PLAY SMARTER
Despite misgivings regarding the suitability of this trip, A PAI DE NOM earns the vote on the back of his victory in a competitive, big-field Cheltenham handicap. He remains capable of better and this stiff track will go some way towards offsetting the drop in distance Tread Carefully is the clear main danger on the back of his solid effort at Sandown. North of Richmond is another promising type and should make his presence felt, too
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.A PAI DE NOM 2.TREAD CAREFULLY (IRE) 3.NORTH OF
The Every Race @leicesterraces Live On RacingTV
Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights lowered 7lb colours no horse
1 STROLL ON BY (IRE) (10) 2-1255F
8 11-9
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Liss Croga (IRE) Lilly Pinchin J
O Old Gold Racing 9 Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Niall Flynn Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing, Merriebelle Stable LLC S
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced off this mark over fences last year In good form over hurdles this
on return to fences at Ludlow 10 days ago. Ought to be in the mix if his jumping holds up
2 ISKAR D’AIRY (FR) (36) 121-153 D
Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Canzka d’Airy (FR)
but got no further than the
7 11-5
Freddie Mitchell (5) J
O Mrs Arnold & Partner Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Mr Claude Yves Pelsy & Elevage D’Airy KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Won a trio of novice handicaps earlier in the year, going with plenty of zest Has likely needed the run on both outings this season and no surprise to see him closer to form in first-time cheekpieces TFRHHHII BHA108
3 BENMORE (IRE) (32) 22341-0 D
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - China Reel (IRE)
5 11-4
Danny McMenamin J
O Mr T. P. Radford L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T
B Legends Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWMadethemostofagoodopportunitywhenwinningaHexhammaidenhurdle(16.2f)inMarch.Mayhaveneedtherunonreappearance/chasedebutat Carlisle (20.9f) last month (bad mistake seventh).Lightly raced 5-y-o should do better as a chaser if he can brush up on his jumping. TFRHHHHI BHA107
4 TWO TO TANGO (GB) (14) 3253-23
7 11-2
Br B g Kayf Tara - Folie Dancer Jack Hogan J
O Mr J. R. Lavelle Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B Mr J. R. Lavelle & Dr Mark Scott Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden posted plenty of creditable efforts over hurdles last season.Took time to warm to task but matched best of his form when third on reappearance/chase debut atWincanton (15.7f,good) 2 weeks ago.Entitled to improve on second start over fences TFRHHHHH BHA105
Gordon 8-11 (Chris Gordon) 5 ran
by No 3.
A case can be made for each of the quartet, perhaps the strongest for TWO TO TANGO who matched his hurdles form when third on chase debut and he should improve Stroll On By is more exposed over fences but well capable at this level on his day, while Benmore is another potential improver on just his second start as a chaser
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The Leicester Racecourse Ideal Self-Hire Wedding
Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000
Venue
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60)
colours no horse
1 BLUE UNIVERSE (IRE) (23) P5-3235
Br B g Iffraaj - Zara (BRZ)
5 12-0
Ned Fox (5) J
O Dare To Dream Racing Michael Attwater, Epsom T
B Godolphin daretodreamracing.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden hurdler who finished placed in handicap/maiden company atWorcester in September Probably best to overlook latest effort (always on the back foot after almost coming down at the first flight) and should give a good account here,granted a clean round of jumping. TFRHHHHI BHA100
2 ALBIE LITTLEWOOD (IRE) (22) 0/-065
Br B g Ocovango - Talktothetail (IRE)
6 11-9
Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Mr Nick Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mrs Noelle King Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEW Has failed to trouble the judge in 3 starts in this sphere at around 2m, but he’s in good hands and better can be expected now moving up in trip for this handicap debut. TFRHHHHH BHA95
3 FOX COTTAGE (GB) (16) 505-34
Br B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Cantata Too (IRE)
5 11-6
Daniel Sansom (3) J
O Mrs D S Aldous Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Mrs James Aldous We Do Vans S TIMEFORMVIEW Hinted at ability on sole outing in bumpers, but it’s all been pretty low-key over hurdles so far and a chunk of improvement will be needed if he’s to get competitive now handicapping TFRHIIII BHA92
4 TROOP SHIP (GB) (29) 54-0
Br Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady of The Clyde
O Countess Cathcart
7 11-3
Shane Quinlan (3) J
Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B Robert H. Goldie AP Precision Groundworks S TIMEFORMVIEW Little impact in 3 qualifying runs and while it’s by no means beyond the realms of possibility that he’ll fare better now pitched into a handicap, others make more appeal all the same TFRHHIII BHA89
5 GETAWAY WITH YOU (GB) (7) P45521
7 10-9 (in 7lb ex)
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Dizzy Frizzy Nick Slatter (3) J
O The Grand Cru Partnership David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold T
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd Pragnell S
TIMEFORMVIEWFinally off the mark in a race that fell apart at Lingfield (19.5f,good) last week, pulling away from his rivals approaching the second-last and never in any danger thereafter Respected under a penalty,but his strike rate (1-27 overall) is hardly compelling TFRHHHII BHA74 (+8)
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note:
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
BLUE UNIVERSE: Following its run on 11/11/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Getaway With You (GB), 2-1 Albie Littlewood (IRE), 7-2 Blue Universe (IRE), 16-1 Troop Ship (GB), 40-1 Fox Cottage (GB) PLAY SMARTER
It’s not hard to envisage ALBIE LITTLEWOOD taking a step forward now venturing down the handicap route over a new trip, and the hint should be taken if the market speaks in his favour. Blue Universe has shown enough to suggest that he will be competitive in a race of this nature off his present mark. He is feared most ahead of Getaway With You, who did the job well at Lingfield last week but that race rather fell apart and he has more on his plate under a penalty here
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ALBIE LITTLEWOOD (IRE) 2.BLUE
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The Next Meeting @leicesterraces Wednesday 10th December Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb
1 HAWK STONE (IRE) (227) 21/006P- D 6 12-0
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Morning Milan (IRE)
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O The Mischief Makers Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B Mr Michael Dillon
Kissing It Better, Clay Street Property Consultants S
TIMEFORMVIEWSigned off 2023/24 campaign on a winning note in 2m Uttoxeter handicap,but he was nowhere near that level in 4 runs last season and hopes now pinned on the first-time blinkers sparking a revival TFRHHIII BHA97
2 SOLANNA (GB) (24) 34 6 11-11
Br Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Night Lily (IRE)
O Mr K. Snell
B Mr K. Snell
Charlie Todd J
John Butler, Newmarket T
TIMEFORMVIEW Eight-time winner on the Flat and while he hasn’t troubled the judge in a couple of runs over hurdles to date, it’s reasonable to expect this 6-y-o to show himself in a better light on his handicap debut in this sphere TFRHHHII BHA94
3 URBLEREAGH (FR) (21) 6//6-0
Br Ch g High Rock (IRE) - Kelly des Cotieres (FR)
O D. R. & E. E. Brown
8 11-7
Robert Dunne J
Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T
B Mr Marcel Basset JMC Surfacing Contractors S
TIMEFORMVIEW Hasn’t cut much ice in maiden hurdles and needs to raise his game significantly now pitched into a handicap TFRHIIII BHA90
4 OUT OF FOCUS (IRE) (25) 3044/3-4 D
7 11-7
Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Nebuleuse (IRE) Isabel Williams J
O Chris Trigg & RER Williams
Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner back in February 2023 and,though yet to add to that following 11 attempts over jumps,he shaped well back from 18 months off in a 2 1/2m Ffos Las handicap and this drop back in trip may work in his favour TFRHHHHH BHA90
5 JUST AIDAN (IRE) (232) 003116- D
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tastytimes (IRE)
6 11-4
James Best J
O Robin Dickin Racing Club Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B Mrs Noreen O’Gorman
Kissing It Better, Clay Street Property Consultants S
TIMEFORMVIEW Better than ever when recording a pair of 2m handicap wins on soft ground during the spring. Failed to deliver in his hat-trick bid at Ffos Las on final run of last season,though,and it could be that he’s a shade too high in the weights for now. TFRHHHII BHA87
6 OLIVIA KATE (GB) (42) 0235-5F
Br Gr m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Another Kate (IRE)
6 11-4
Ned Fox (5) J
O Exors of the Late Mr David M Richards Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T
B D. M. Richards
TIMEFORMVIEWWide-margin winner of a mares’ handicap at Ludlow last November,which remains her sole success from 14 starts over hurdles Very much in contention when falling 3 out back there last month and while her tendency to go to the left (sometimes markedly) is a concern,she is capable of a bold show. TFRHHHII BHA87
7 CATALAN KING (GB) (32) 006-P
4 10-11
Br B g Cityscape - Infanta Isabella Kielan Woods J O Stowe 100 Club Alex Hales, Edgecote T
B Stratford Place, Minster & Willow Bldstk R H Stephenson & Son S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 15f) for Ed Bethell but has shown little over hurdles so far, including on return/handicap debut in this sphere at Huntingdon. TFRHIIII BHA80
8 MR ZEE (IRE) (14) 4313-00 D
8 10-7
Br B g Zebedee - Monsusu (IRE) Paul O’Brien J
O Staverton Owners Group Michael Blake, Trowbridge T
B Lynnlodge Stud & Arthur Finnan
SB Racehorse Rehoming S
TIMEFORMVIEWMultiple Flat winner who made it thirteenth time lucky in this sphere atTaunton (2m,good) in March.Not in the same form since, but the handicapper has been quick to show mercy and this 8-y-o should come on for his recent run atWincanton. TFRHHHII BHA76
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 8. Stewards Note:
URBLEREAGH: Following its run on 13/11/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped and hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Out of Focus (IRE), 10-3 Olivia Kate (GB), 4-1 Just Aidan (IRE), 11-2 Solanna (GB), 8-1 Mr Zee (IRE), 33-1 Hawk Stone (IRE), 40-1 Urblereagh (FR), Catalan King (GB)
The vote goes to OUT OF FOCUS, who put in a good shift back from a lengthy absence at Ffos Las where he left the impression that this drop back in trip would be a good move Olivia Kate will be a threat if her tendency to hang/jump left isn’t as pronounced as it was at Ludlow last time, while Mr Zee and handicap debutant Solanna are others with possibilities.
Next Meeting - WEDNESDAY 10TH DECEMBER 2025
Gates Open: 10:45am: First Race: 12:15pm
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Race Conditions
First Race 12.30 - THE ANNUAL BADGE @leicesterraces IDEAL CHRISTMAS PRESENT ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb 17 entries at £40. - Closed November 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.00 - THE LEICESTER RACECOURSE IDEAL SELF-HIRE WEDDING VENUE NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb 12 entries at £35. - Closed November 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.30 - THE ASTILL PLANNING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Astill Planning has generously sponsored this race 16 entries at £40. - Closed November 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 5lb
SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.00 - THE DAVE BOYDON 60TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb 17 entries at £50. - Closed November 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.30 - THE EVERY RACE @leicesterraces LIVE ON RACINGTV HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093 and the fourth £547. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb 10 entries at £45. - Closed November 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights lowered 7lbs.
SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.00 - THE LEICESTER RACECOURSE IDEAL SELF-HIRE WEDDING VENUE NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb 13 entries at £30. - Closed November 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60)
SEE PAGE 25 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.30 - THE NEXT MEETING @leicesterraces WEDNESDAY 10TH DECEMBER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 28th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb 16 entries at £30. - Closed November 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
