Ludlow Racecrd - Wednesday 8th February

AFTERNOON RACING

WEDNESDAY 8TH FEBRUARY 2023

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME & FORM GUIDE

Ludlow Race Club Ltd

Registered Office: Ludlow Racecourse

Bromfield Ludlow Shropshire

SY8 2BT

Tel: 01584 856221

Welcome to Ludlow Racecourse.

I hope you have a good and enjoyable days racing

Our feature race today is the Attwood Trophy Handicap, a Class 3 race with total value of £18,500. This will be presented by our Ex Chairman Mr. William Jenks.

We also have a wonderful trophy for the Chase Meredith Hunter Chase.

Sorry we lost our second meeting in January through frost, but we were one of many tracks to fall fowl of the weather in January. Weather has been a challenge this season with unseasonably dry conditions in October and November, very wet December, frost in January and now three weeks with little rain!

We have a busy fixture list for February, March, April and May so hope to see you all back at Ludlow again.

Best Wishes,

Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course).

TRACKFACTS

A right-handed oval shaped course one and a half miles in circumference, with nine fences per circuit and a run-in of 450 yards. The hurdle course runs on the outside of the chase course and is slightly undulating

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:

FERGAL O’BRIEN (25 wins from 116 runners, 22%) runs GREAT HEART’JAC (1.55), MAMOON STAR (2.30).

N HENDERSON (22 wins from 104 runners, 21%) runs AMRONS SAGE (4.30).

VENETIA WILLIAMS (22 wins from 83 runners, 27%) runs GRIZZLY JAMES (1.55), CRYPTO (4.00).

P HOBBS (21 wins from 99 runners, 21%) runs KEABLE (4.30).

D SKELTON (20 wins from 110 runners, 18%) runs NOTNOWLINDA (3.30).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D SKELTON (14 wins from 60 runners, 23%) runners listed above

G L MOORE (8 wins from 44 runners, 18%) runs BO ZENITH (1.25).

FERGAL O’BRIEN (7 wins from 30 runners, 23%) runners listed above

D MCCAIN (7 wins from 55 runners, 13%) runs BLUEBERRY WINE (2.30), COULD BE TROUBLE (3.30).

JONJO O’NEILL (6 wins from 44 runners, 14%) runs PIPER TOM (4.30).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:

PADDY BRENNAN (20 wins from 84 rides, 24%) rides GREAT HEART’JAC (1.55), MAMOON STAR (2.30).

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (18 wins from 144 rides, 12%) rides TZARMIX (4.30).

TOM O’BRIEN (18 wins from 85 rides, 21%) rides KEABLE (4.30).

NICO DE BOINVILLE (17 wins from 75 rides, 23%) rides AMRONS SAGE (4.30).

JONATHAN BURKE (16 wins from 91 rides, 18%) rides BENJAMIN BEAR (1.25), DUNSTALL RAMBLER (2.30), JOBESGREEN LAD (3.00), JERSEY LADY (3.30), CALL ME RAFA (4.30).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (8 wins from 36 rides, 22%) rides listed above

JAMIE MOORE (6 wins from 26 rides, 23%) rides BO ZENITH (1.25).

JONJO O’NEILL JR (6 wins from 29 rides, 21%) rides PIPER TOM (4.30).

PADDY BRENNAN (5 wins from 15 rides, 33%) rides listed above

TOM CANNON (4 wins from 26 rides, 15%) rides OPEN CHAMPION (1.25), PASSIONATE PURSUIT (2.30).

WEIGHT WATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.00 Neville’s Cross (won off 137 down 3lb to 134); Kauto The King (won off 128 down 5lb to 123).

FANCY THAT

N HENDERSON won the 4.30 race in 2013 and 2019 The stable is represented by Amrons Sage in the race today.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 6th February.

HOW TO BET WITH AN ON-COURSE BOOKMAKER

1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to offer the correct stake money for your wager.

2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number). Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.

3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings

4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms. Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, i.e. for a win or a place

5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.

6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes. e.g.£1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

EACH WAY BETTING

The RCA and the bookmaking association have agreed the following terms for all bookmakers offering each way betting on course.

NON-HANDICAPS

5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2

8+ runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3

HANDICAPS

5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2 8 - 11 runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3 12 - 15 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3 16+ runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3,4

All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only.

1 SOLOMON GREY (FR) (43) Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Sardagna (FR)

Owner: Mrs Sarah Faulks

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks

6 11 9

Jockey:Harry Skelton

Form: 32-2213 D

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start over hurdles, opening his account in good style at Plumpton (15.9f, good to soft) in December Useful third at Kempton since and looks the one to beat here.

1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing

2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth

3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding (followed by Sire and Dam) Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut c - Colt Gr - Grey f - filly Ro - Roan m - mare

4. Horse’s name

5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

6. Number of day’s since horse last ran

7. Age of horse

8. Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds

9. Owner’s Name(s)

10 Breeder

11 Sponsor

12 Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment

13 Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / denotes new season - denotes new year

C - The horse has won on this racecourse

D - The horse has won over this distance

CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance

BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run

14 A guide to the horse’s recentform and star rating. 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.

15 Jockey’s Name If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight

FAIRWAY CAFE

Sometimes, you just need a quick snack or perhaps you fancy a full English breakfast roll?! Whatever it is, the Fairway Cafe is sure to have it This Cafe is situated at the side of the Windsor Marquee and is more of a low-key affair There are no frills here, just good food and a fully stocked, licensed bar. You may just catch some of the grooms and trainers grabbing a bite here too...

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FIRST RACE 1.25

THE RACING TO

SCHOOL

JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds) for juvenile four yrs old

Total prize fund £9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for juvenile four yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 24 entries at £40. - Closed February 2nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

No Horse st lb

1 BO ZENITH (FR)

B g Zarak (FR) - Boreale du Berlais (FR)

Owner: Mr O. S. Harris

Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham

Breeder: Mr Gilles Le Baron

(32)

Jockey: Jamie Moore

11 7

Form: 1-3 BF

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Zarak gelding who looked a good prospect when landing newcomers race at Auteuil (14.9f) sole start for David Cottin back in April. Sent off 4/11, checked out tamely on British debut at Sandown but was possibly amiss and remains with potential. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

2 BENJAMIN BEAR (IRE) (68)

B g Kodiac - Mrs Robinson

Owner: SIMON ELLEN & PARTNERS

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Blackberry Stud Ltd.

11 0

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 6

Sponsor:Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to useful hurdler (stays 3m) Kashmir Peak: Fair on Flat, stays 1 1/4m, won in summer, well held last time. Never able to land a blow on December’s hurdles debut.

3 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (118)

B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE)

Owner: Ms S. Howell and Partner 1

Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend

Breeder: Stonepark Farms Ltd

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

11 0

Jockey: Nick Scholfield

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat for Ger Lyons. Market should prove a good guide on his hurdling debut for new yard

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 GREATNESS AWAITS (IRE) (153)

B g Clodovil (IRE) - Top Act (FR)

Owner: Deva Racing GA

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

11 0

Jockey: Kielan Woods

Form:

Sponsor:Deva Racing Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), won at Epsom last time Has left Mick Channon (good source of jumps winners) and joined an in-form NH yard Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

5 JACKS PROFIT (IRE) (16)

B c Profitable (IRE) - Violet Flame (IRE)

Owner: Mr D. E. Edwards

Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny

Breeder: Stockvale Bloodstock Ltd

Jockey: James Bowen

Form:

11 0

Sponsor:Emma Evans Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to Kubali (2 1/4m-2 1/2m jumps winner abroad, by Approve) Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), again ran creditably last time Stamina no issue now hurdling.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 NADIM (IRE) (-) 11 0

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Nymphea (IRE)

Owner: D tye & m Harris

Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster

Breeder: Juergen & Ursula Imm GbR

Jockey: Harry Reed

Form:

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Third foal, dam smart 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner in Germany. Modest form when winning 10.5f minor event on Flat at Mons-Ghlin for C. von der Recke in 2022, unplaced in handicap at Hoppegarten final start. That form is hard to weigh up as he now goes hurdling. Tongue tied.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 OPEN CHAMPION (IRE) (139) 11 0

B g Postponed (IRE) - Nargys (IRE)

Owner: Thurloe Royal Marsden Cancer Charity II

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Jockey: Tom Cannon

Form:

Sponsor:Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, Osborne Studio Gallery

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form on Flat (stays 1 3/4m), won maiden in August before mid-field in 2 useful handicaps. Sold from Roger Varian £70,000 in October and joined another top stable Has to be of interest.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

8

POSTMARK (GB) (43)

B g Postponed (IRE) - Dream Wild

Owner: Mr H Redknapp, Mr A Badri and Mr K Monk

Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster

Breeder: Ebonos Limited

11 0

Jockey: Mitchell Bastyan

Form: 0

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat, stays 1 1/4m, won twice in summer Didn’t display much aptitude for hurdling at Kempton in December but he’s surely better than that. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9 SOUS SURVEILLANCE (GB) (121)

B g Passing Glance - Liddle Dwiggs

Owner: Mr Martyn Butler

Trainer: Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Breeder: Martyn Butler

11 0

Jockey: Ben Ffrench Davis (7)

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden on the Flat for Alan King, so makes little appeal now going hurdling.

10 THE REBEL BREEN (GB) (30)

B g Bated Breath - Style And Grace (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ian M. McGready

Trainer: Katy Price, Llanigon

Breeder: The Pocock Family

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

11 0

Jockey: Harry Kimber (3)

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat (stays 10.5f), mid-division in minor event last time. Headgear left on for switch to obstacles. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

11

FERYL

BERYL (GB) (38)

B f Scorpion (IRE) - Our Jess (IRE)

Owner: Knowle Racing Stables Limited

Trainer: Deborah Cole, Solihull

Breeder: Sue Vasey & Ben Brookhouse

Jockey: Chris Ward (3)

Form: 00

10 7

Sponsor:Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Scorpion filly Half-sister to bumper winner Duke of Rockingham. Dam, maiden pointer, half-sister to unreliable but useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Ohio Gold. Minor promise only in a brace of bumpers, set a stiff task latest.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: ILE DE JERSEY (FR) 4 11 3 Nico de Boinville 8-15 (Nicky Henderson) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10, 11. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.

Stewards Note:

SOUS SURVEILLANCE: Following its run on 10/10/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Betting Forecast:

5-4 Bo Zenith (FR), 7-2 Open Champion (IRE), 8-1 Greatness Awaits (IRE), 10-1 Postmark (GB), 20-1 Jacks Profit (IRE), 25-1 Faded Fantasy (IRE), Nadim (IRE), 28-1 Benjamin Bear (IRE), 66-1 Feryl Beryl (GB), 200-1 Sous Surveillance (GB), The Rebel Breen (GB)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

Backing BO ZENITH clearly comes with risks attached given how tamely he checked out at Sandown but his win in France prior to that is solid form and he’s in the right hands to get back on track here. Open Champion and Greatness Awaits could be the main dangers.

THERESULT

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SECOND RACE 1.55

THE S A S UTILITIES LTD

NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 212yds) for novice five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5545 to the winning horse The second to receive £2551, the third £1275, the fourth £638 and the fifth £318. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb S A S UTILITIES LTD have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 8 entries at £40. - Closed February 2nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4241; Second £2120; Third £1061; Fourth £530; Fifth £265. (Penalty Value £5545.05) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable No Horse Age st lb

1

GREENROCK ABBEY (IRE) (23)

Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Aos Dana (IRE)

Owner: R L Baker & R Lee

Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Breeder: Mark Slevin

7 12 0

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Form: 460-131 D

Sponsor:Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Generally failed to see his race out over hurdles but he’s an ex-pointer and has thrived for the switch to fences, winning 2 of 3 starts, latterly in ready fashion fitted with cheekpieces at Hereford. Raised 10lb but likely has more to offer Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 111

2

PRESUMING ED (IRE) (11)

Br g Westerner - Maracana (IRE)

Owner: All seasons racing and C Parker

Trainer: Adam West, Epsom

Breeder: J. Hanly & C. Neilan

8 11 13

Jockey: Ben Ffrench Davis (7)

Form: 2U-4125 CD

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner from 7lb lower in November Unable to land a blow back on the AW 11 days ago and assessor may just have his measure.

3 GREAT HEART’JAC (FR) (63)

Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Aqua Fontana (FR)

Owner: Mr Lee Craze

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mrs L. & Mr J. Grandchamp Des Raux

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

8 11 12

Jockey: Paddy Brennan

Form: 4P-0051 D

Sponsor:Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who reached a fairly useful level in bumpers. Winless over hurdles (fair form at best) but took well to chasing when making a successful start at Leicester in December. Open to improvement.

4 GREAT OCEAN (FR) (44)

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Diamond of Diana (FR)

Owner: Salvo & Alex Giannini

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: PA Ouvry & Ecurie Des Vives Terres

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

7 11 11

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Form: 2146-44

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who also scored over hurdles last term for Philip Hobbs. Shaped well on his chasing/yard debut when fourth of 11 in 2m4f Worcester handicap in October but fitted with a tongue tie and he went backwards at Fontwell on Boxing Day. Cheekpieces added.

5 COTTON END (IRE) (33)

Gr m Scorpion (IRE) - Scartara (FR)

Owner: Mr Graham Wilson

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Mr Daniel Furini

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108

9 11 10

Jockey: Sean Houlihan

Form: U06-33P CD

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific in handicap hurdles in 2020-21, winning 5 times and shaped well after 10 months off in Hereford handicap in October Has failed to take to chasing first 2 starts.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

6 EXTRAORDINARY MAN (FR) (79) 7 11 8

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Argovie (FR)

Owner: Mr Simon Hunt

Trainer: David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

Breeder: Ecurie Maulepaire & E. Du Reau

Jockey: Brendan Powell

Form: 2304U-5

Sponsor:Winvic Construction Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success but did shape as if better for the run on the back of 7 months off when fifth in 7-runner handicap hurdle here (2m) in November Makes chase debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

7 GRIZZLY JAMES (FR) (31) 7 11 1

B g Montmartre (FR) - Mariyara (FR)

Owner: Mr G. Hannon

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras Saint James

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch

Form: 005-345

Sponsor:Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdle winner in France. Below that level in that sphere for current yard and failed to meet market expectations both chase starts.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: GALOP DE CHASSE (FR) 6 11 12 Charlie Deutsch 4-5 (Venetia Williams) 4 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

Stewards Note:

GREAT OCEAN: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

EXTRAORDINARY MAN: Following its run on 21/11/2022 it was reported that the horse tired in this its comeback race

Betting Forecast:

15-8 Greenrock Abbey (IRE), 11-4 Great Heart’jac (FR), 13-2 Great Ocean (FR), 10-1 Grizzly James (FR), 12-1 Presuming Ed (IRE), 16-1 Cotton End (IRE), Extraordinary Man (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary: GREENROCK ABBEY probably didn’t beat a great deal at Hereford but he could do more than win easily and this revised mark may well be within range Great Heart’jac and Great Ocean head the opposition.

THERESULT

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THIRD RACE 2.30

THE J M CONSTRUCTION

‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb J M CONTRUCTION LTD have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 20 entries at £40. - Closed February 2nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) No Horse Age st lb

1 MAMOON STAR (IRE) (44)

B g Mamool (IRE) - Mariah Mooney (IRE)

Owner: The Sharnbrook Partnership

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Clongiffen Stud

5 11 7

Jockey: Paddy Brennan

Form: 230-416 D

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win in 4 bumpers but he did achieve a decent level of form and he proved up to making a successful start over hurdles in novice company at Taunton in November, edging out a Nicholls odds-on shot. Disappointing when well beaten at Kempton last time but could bounce back after a small break.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

2 BLUEBERRY WINE (IRE) (297) 7 11 0

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Buttonhole Rose (IRE)

Owner: Red Rum Racing 2

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Joseph Neville

Jockey: Theo Gillard (3)

Form: 013313-

Sponsor:Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair dual winner over fences last season but he’d shown just modest form over hurdles prior to that, so improvement needed if he’s to trouble the principals.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

3 COMMANDING VIEW (IRE) (70) 5

B g Mount Nelson - Clogher Valley (IRE)

Owner: P & T Andrews/M & S Carroll

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Robert Kirkwood

11 0

Jockey: Alex Edwards (3)

Form: 30

Sponsor:Adm Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Is a half-brother to fairly useful 2 1/2m hurdle winner Pull Again Green but has shown just minor promise in a brace of bumpers.

4 DUNSTALL RAMBLER (IRE)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Toungara (FR)

Owner: Mr Simon W. Clarke

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: Simon W. Clarke

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

(31)

5 11 0

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 60

Sponsor:HBA Media

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

TIMEFORM VIEW Walk In The Park gelding who shaped like a stayer on his sole outing in bumpers at this venue Upped in trip and offered little on Chepstow hurdling debut, though.

5 INVICTUS ALLEN (FR) (66) 5 11 0

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Quismaelle (FR)

Owner: Sue Howell

Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend

Breeder: Mr Bruno Vagne & Mr Andre Vagne

Jockey: Nick Scholfield

Form: 53

Sponsor:NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW €6,000 3-y-o, £30,000 4-y-o, Great Pretender gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler in France Baleze Allen. Placed on second of 2 starts in Irish points (Dec 4). Market best guide to expectations.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 MIX MASTER (GB) (16) 9 11 0

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Foxchapel Queen (IRE)

Owner: Mr L. J. Williams

Trainer: Katy Price, Llanigon

Breeder: Mr L. J. Williams

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a brace of novice hurdles.

Jockey: Harry Kimber (3)

Form: P3-00

Sponsor:Tote

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

7 ONE MAN PARTY (FR) (37) 6 11 0

B g

Authorized (IRE) - Ahdaaf (USA)

Owner: Mr Simon Hunt

Trainer: David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

Breeder: Mr Eric Lemaitre

Jockey: Brendan Powell

Form: 0P

Sponsor:Winvic Construction Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to plenty of winners but has shown little in a maiden/novice hurdle

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

8

PASSIONATE PURSUIT (IRE) (44) 5 10 7

B m Champs Elysees - Passionate Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mr G. C. Myddelton

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Mr Conor Hayes

Jockey: Tom Cannon

Form: 2-42U

Sponsor:Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in a Chepstow bumper on Rules debut and stepped up on that when just touched off in a Wincanton maiden hurdle (15.2f) in November In the process of confirming that promise (likely to have won) when unseating her rider soon after 2 out back there on Boxing Day. Can make amends here. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: FORTUNEDEFORTUNATA (IRE) 5 11 0 Brendan Powell 25-1 (David Bridgwater) 15 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 2.

Betting Forecast:

4-5 Passionate Pursuit (IRE), 3-1 Mamoon Star (IRE), 12-1 Invictus Allen (FR), 14-1 Blueberry Wine (IRE), 25-1 Commanding View (IRE), 33-1 Dunstall Rambler (IRE), 150-1 Mix Master (GB), 200-1 One Man Party (FR)

Race Summary:

PASSIONATE PURSUIT was in the process of confirming her hurdling debut promise when coming down at Wincanton on Boxing Day and this looks a good opportunity to make amends. Mamoon Star had looked quite promising at Taunton prior to disappointing at Kempton, so can give the selection plenty to think about if bouncing back. TIMEFORM

PLAY SMARTER

THERESULT

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FOURTH RACE 3.00

THE ATTWOOD MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 3)

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds) for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £18500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9769 to the winning horse The second to receive £4495, the third £2247, the fourth £1124 and the fifth £560 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will pay appearance money of £500 to the horses that finish 6th, 7th and 8th if qualified under the Terms and Conditions of the Prizemoney Code The ATTWOOD MEMORIAL TROPHY presented by W P Jenks Esq will be held by the winning owner until December 31st 2023 Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MIDDLE DISTANCE CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs, Lancashire Course (2m 3f 203yds) at Haydock Park on 16th April, 2022. 14 entries, 1 at £10 and 13 at £50 - Closed February 2nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £7472; Second £3735; Third £1869; Fourth £934; Fifth £466. (Penalty Value £9769.85)

1 HERBIERS (FR) (41)

B g Waldpark (GER) - Qualanke (FR)

Owner: Nevers and Stockton Hall Farm Racing

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Jacques Cypres

6 12 1

Jockey: Henry Brooke

Form: 02-0155

Sponsor:Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap hurdler who benefited from drop in grade when scoring at Newbury (16.3f) and backed that up with solid fifth over longer trip at Aintree Got hampered at a key stage on chase bow at Doncaster since so worth another chance in this sphere.

2 NEVILLE’S CROSS (IRE) (25)

B g Stowaway - Dancing Bird (IRE)

Owner: Mr F Green and Mr J Chinn

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Christopher Maye

8 11 13

Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Form: 31P0P5 D

Sponsor:Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in chase at Bangor in July but hasn’t fired subsequently and a more compelling case can be made for others.

RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 134

3 MAGIC DANCER (GB) (49) 11

B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - King’s Siren (IRE)

Owner: The Magic Partnership

Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Breeder: Littleton Stud

11 6

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Form: 5321-13 CD

Sponsor:Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner final start last season and resumed with a career-best success in 9-runner handicap chase at Cheltenham (20.2f). Not in same form at Hereford next time but type to bounce back.

127

4 QUOI DE NEUF (FR) (30) 9 11 3

B g Anzillero (GER) - Qualite Controlee (FR)

Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Form: 32P-P45 D

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account over 2 1/4m at Taunton last season but yet to fire this term, including over hurdles. Others look more solid.

5 KAUTO THE KING (FR) (32)

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Kauto Luisa (FR)

Owner: Jenny Perry and Celia Goaman

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Mr Jean-Philippe Aubert

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 124

9 11 2

Jockey: Brendan Powell

Form: 112P53 D

Sponsor:Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed quick-fire hat-trick in small-field handicap chases during the summer Some way below best next 3 starts since returning from a break, however Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123

6

ROSE SEA HAS (FR) (9)

Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Vaibuscar Has (FR)

Owner: The Berrow Hill Partnership

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Hamel Stud

8 11 1

Jockey: Charlie Hammond

Form: 422312

Sponsor:Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent performer who opened his account for the season back down in grade when making most at Fontwell (17.8f) on Boxing Day. Excellent second off this mark at Hereford since so big shout if this doesn’t come too soon. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122 (+3)

7 JOBESGREEN LAD (GB) (50) 8 10 6

B g Passing Glance - Overnight Fame (IRE)

Owner: Mr R. Cornock

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: Mrs M. Cornock & Mr R. T. Cornock

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 43-P611 CD

Sponsor:HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner of novice handicap chases last season and showed benefit of return over hurdles when scoring back over fences at Hereford in November Followed up in clear-cut style at this C&D a month later and sure to go well again in hat-trick bid. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 113

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: ISOLATE (FR) 6 10 12 Tom Cannon 5-2 (Alan King) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 4, 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 4.

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Jobesgreen Lad (GB), 3-1 Rose Sea Has (FR), 6-1 Magic Dancer (GB), 7-1 Herbiers (FR), 10-1 Quoi de Neuf (FR), Kauto The King (FR), 18-1 Neville’s Cross (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary: JOBESGREEN LAD is still on the upgrade judged on his clear-cut win over C&D just before Christmas so is taken to complete the hat-trick and enhance his excellent record around here. Rose Sea Has was an excellent second at Hereford 9 days ago and is the obvious threat off the same mark.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JOBESGREEN LAD 2.ROSE SEA HAS (FR) 3.MAGIC DANCER

THERESULT

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FIFTH RACE 3.30

THE RACINGTV MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 3) (Qualifier for the Challenger Mares’

Hurdle Series Final)

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £12000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6337 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the wining owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will pay appearance money of £350 to the horse that finishes 6th in this race if qualified under the Terms and Conditions of the Prize Money Code Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs (2m 4f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 20th April, 2023. 12 entries, 2 at £10 and 10 at £50 - Closed February 2nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) No Horse Age st lb

1 UCANAVER (GB) (59)

Bl m Maxios - Purely By Chance

Owner: Ifuwonner Partnership

Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: Lady Jennifer Green

7 12 0

Jockey: Aidan Coleman

Form: 351-PU2

Sponsor:Geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles (both at around 2m) last season. Failed to take to chasing but bounced back to her best returned to hurdling when second in 5-runner handicap at Southwell (15.8f) 59 days ago Respected back up in trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120 (-1)

2 COULD BE TROUBLE (IRE) (11)

B m Yeats (IRE) - She’s No Trouble (IRE)

Owner: Kc Sofas Ltd

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

8 11 12

Jockey: Theo Gillard (3)

Form: 2343F4

Sponsor:Proactive Personnel Limited, KC Sofas Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who posted a creditable fourth of 9 in 19.4f handicap at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft) 11 days ago, weakening run-in. In the mix.

3 SASHENKA (GER) (63)

B m Maxios - Sarabia (GER)

Owner: Mr N. Pickett

Trainer: Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

7 11 12

Jockey: Ben Ffrench Davis (7)

Form: 2/2041-2 BF

Sponsor:High View Racing Ltd, Thames Ceilings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Hereford maiden in February and ran well returned to handicap company when second there (16.2f) on yard debut in October. Not disgraced back on the Flat subsequently but this step up in trip isn’t sure to suit.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118 4

SORBET (GB) (41)

B m Passing Glance - Fireburst

Owner: Mrs P. Toye

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Breeder: Mrs P. J. Toye

8 11 6

Jockey: Bryony Frost

Form: 5-P4260

Sponsor:Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran right up to her best when runner-up back from 6 months off at Fakenham (2m, soft) in November. Far from disgraced when sixth from 4lb higher at Huntingdon but underperformed at Doncaster last time. Up in trip and Bryony Frost back in the saddle

5

NOTNOWLINDA (IRE) (42)

Br m Notnowcato - Moll Bawn (IRE)

Owner: Mr Michael Ariss

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Colin Motherway

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

6 11 5

Jockey: Bridget Andrews

Form: 133-101

Sponsor:Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who displayed willing attitude when making successful hurdles debut at Warwick. Disappointed in better company at Cheltenham but quickly resumed winning ways back in calmer waters at Catterick last time Into handicaps now and opening mark looks fair Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 111

6 JERSEY LADY (FR) (96)

Ch m Martaline - La Bombonera (FR)

Owner: Mr A. Taylor

Trainer: Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks

7 10 11

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 041-250 C

Sponsor:Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best to narrowly score at Ffos Las in April and backed that up when 5 lengths second over 21f at Warwick. Disappointing both subsequent starts, though, including after 5 months off at Exeter in November

7 MALAITA (GB) (42)

B m Malinas (GER) - Aimela (FR)

Owner: Four Gents

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

7 10 10

Jockey: Alex Edwards (3)

Form: 4623-64 C BF

Sponsor:Adm Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in May 2021 and ran well when in the frame on 3 of her first 4 starts over hurdles. However, ended last season with a below-par effort and went backwards from her reappearance when only fourth of 9 at Catterick last time Bounce back called for. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: BELLATRIXSA (IRE) 5 10 12 Harry Bannister 11-8 (Venetia Williams) 6 ran

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

Betting Forecast:

2-1 Notnowlinda (IRE), 4-1 Ucanaver (GB), 9-2 Sashenka (GER), 7-1 Could Be Trouble (IRE), 12-1 Malaita (GB), 14-1 Sorbet (GB), 16-1 Jersey Lady (FR)

Race Summary: NOTNOWLINDA’s opening mark looks perfectly fair so she’s selected to make it 3 from 4 over hurdles on her handicap debut. Ucanaver posted a good second back over hurdles at Southwell in December and is feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NOTNOWLINDA (IRE) 2.UCANAVER 3.COULD BE TROUBLE (IRE)

THERESULT

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SIXTH RACE 4.00

THE CHASE MEREDITH MEMORIAL TROPHY OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds) for six yrs old and upwards Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

Total prize fund £7000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3593 to the winning horse The second to receive £1796, the third £898 and the fourth £449. for six yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three steeple chases. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out horse in this race The CHASE MEREDITH MEMORIAL TROPHY, a Silver model of a Fox, will be held by the winning owner until December 31st 2023 9 entries at £30 - Closed February 2nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3123; Second £1562; Third £781; Fourth £391. (Penalty Value £3593.10) HC

1 ESPOIR DE TEILLEE (FR) (9)

B g Martaline - Belle de Lyphard (FR)

Owner: Mr R. S. Brookhouse

Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket

Hunt: Suffolk

11 12 6

Jockey: Miss Alice Stevens (3)

Form: 330P-PP C

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sharply on the back of some poor jumping at Aintree in May (final start for Tom George) and he never offered much on return/hunter chase debut for present yard at Hereford 9 days ago Cheekpieces added to refitted tongue tie now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130 (-6)

2 HOMME D’UN SOIR (FR) (24)

B g Hurricane Cat (USA) - Country Girl (FR)

Owner: Mr J. B. Harper

Trainer: Francesca Poste, Ettington

Hunt: Grafton

7 12 6

Jockey: Mrs Amy Cox (7)

Form: 30-61U3

Sponsor:Crockwell

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who impressed when landing Roscommon maiden on chase bow last summer (final start for Stuart Crawford). Third on completed starts in points for present stable last month but he still needs to prove himself at this trip on hunter chase debut.

3 I K BRUNEL (GB) (73)

B g Midnight Legend - Somethinaboutmolly (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. W. Redman

Trainer: Alan Hill, Aston Rowant

Hunt: Kimblewick

9 12 6

Jockey: Miss Izzie Marshall (7)

Form: 0/3156-1 D

125

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chase winner (at 23f) for Olly Murphy last season and perfect start for new yard when scoring between the flags in November. Rates one of the likelier types and he’s shortlisted.

4 CRYPTO (IRE) (339)

B g Gold Well - Top Lot (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. Davies

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Hunt: Ledbury

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 127

9 12 2

Jockey: Miss Lucy Turner

Form: 431/35P-

Sponsor:Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has been very lightly raced since opening chase account for present yard at Carlisle (21f) back in spring 2021. Clearly not himself when pulled up at Huntingdon (19.8f) 11 months ago but no surprise to see a better showing on return/hunter debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

5 HIDDEN CHARMER (IRE) (43) 11 11 12

B g Stowaway - Manhattan Babe (IRE)

Owner: Mrs C. Banks

Trainer: Tom Britten, Lambourn

Hunt: Worcestershire

Jockey: Miss Immy Robinson (5)

Form: P1-3543 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser who, on back of success in points ran well to finish third at Cheltenham (25.2f) in April. Not in same form at Worcester a month later and whilst not disgraced in couple of spins between the flags in December others rate stronger

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108 6

OFALLTHEGINJOINTS (IRE) (38) 9 11 12

B g Stowaway - Dinos Luso (IRE)

Owner: Mr A. B. Leyshon

Trainer: A. B. Leyshon, Pyle

Hunt: Llangeinor Pentyrch

Jockey: Mr Darren Andrews (5)

Form: P2P3-PP D

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved more miss than hit over fences for the Tizzards last year (pulled up at Southwell in May) and he failed to complete on yard debut between the Flags on New Year’s Day. Others make more appeal on balance.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119

7 MISS SEAGREEN (GB) (73) 10 11 5

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Greensleeves

Owner: Mr C. J. Bennett

Trainer: Mrs Lucy Smith, Dymock

Hunt: Ledbury

Jockey: Mr Tom Broughton (5)

Form: 3213-P3 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner who showed fair form at best under Rules back in 2021, including when third in a C&D hunter Arrives here on back of finishing third in points behind re-opposing I K Brunel in November but a minor role may be her best hope again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: PONT AVEN (IRE) 9 11 5 Mr Alex Chadwick 6-4 (James Owen) 9 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 5.

Stewards Note:

CRYPTO: Following its run on 6/3/2022 it was reported that the horse bled from the nose

Betting Forecast:

11-8 I K Brunel (GB), 5-1 Homme d’Un Soir (FR), 11-2 Crypto (IRE), 8-1 Espoir de Teillee (FR), 9-1 Ofalltheginjoints (IRE), 18-1 Miss Seagreen (GB), 20-1 Hidden Charmer (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary: Most have something to prove but I K BRUNEL arrives having got off the mark at the first attempt for his new yard between the flags in November and he looks the one to side with now going hunter chasing. The returning Crypto is also worth a look, especially if strong in the betting, with Homme d’Un Soir another who could figure.

THERESULT

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SEVENTH RACE 4.30

THE PROPER GOOD DAIRY LOCAL MILK MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 9lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 25 entries at £40. - Closed February 2nd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

1 ALL A STRUGGLE (GB) (49) 6 11 9

B g Kayf Tara - Hot Rhythm

Owner: Mr Martin Hughes

Trainer: Paul Webber, Banbury

Breeder: Mr P. P Symonds

Jockey: Brendan Powell

Form: 40

Sponsor:Old Oak Holdings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara gelding. Shaped like a stayer when fourth on debut in a Warwick bumper (2m) in May but received early reminders and ultimately always behind on return/hurdles bow at Lingfield (19.5f) in December This should reveal more with cheekpieces enlisted. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

2 AMRONS SAGE (IRE) (50)

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Vincenta (IRE)

Owner: Mr G. B. Barlow

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Morgan Kavanagh

6 11 9

Jockey: Nico de Boinville

Form: 1-22

Sponsor:Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in Irish points and promise both starts in novice hurdles for leading yard, noted finishing with running left over 15.7f here in December. Highly likely he can do better now tackling 2 1/2m+ and sound claims. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 115

3 CALL ME RAFA (IRE) (77)

B g Mahler - Annie Grit (IRE)

Owner: Mr C. B. Compton

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: A. & M. Mellerick

6 11 9

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 0

Sponsor:HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW €19,000 3-y-o, Mahler gelding. Brother to bumper winner/fair hurdler Come On Gruff Easy to back and ultimately shaped like a longer-term project when well held ninth of 13 in Hereford novice (19.6f) in November. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 CLOUDY HILLS (IRE) (49)

B g Cloudings (IRE) - Phillis Hill

Owner: Miss S. Pilkington

Trainer: Paul Webber, Banbury

Breeder: Maurice and Anthony Smiddy

7 11 9

Jockey: James Bowen

Form: 0P4-P

Sponsor:Paul Webber Racing, Fairfax Saddles

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in a bumper/trio of maiden hurdles to date Passed over once more on back of a wind op Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

5 EMOTIONAL MEMORIES (IRE) (63) 6

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Emotional Melody (IRE)

Owner: Mark E Smith & Caren Walsh

Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Breeder: Mr & Mrs James Hannon

Jockey: Kielan Woods

Form: 5-P0

11 9

Sponsor:Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some ability when fifth in a Huntingdon bumper on debut last January However, he may be one for handicaps in this sphere judged on pair of exploits in maiden hurdles so far this winter Hood fitted now upped in trip

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

6 KEABLE (IRE) (33) 6 11 9

B g Fame And Glory - Sarahs Quay (IRE)

Owner: Mr R. A. Bartlett

Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead

Breeder: Mr Colm McHenry

Jockey: Tom O’Brien

Form: 6-4

Sponsor:Albert Bartlett

TIMEFORM VIEW Fame And Glory gelding. Sixth on his only start in Irish points but plenty of encouragement to glean from last month’s fifth in a C&D maiden hurdle, keeping on gradually Rates a sure-fire improver moving forward.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

7 PIPER TOM (IRE) (44) 5 11 9

B g Presenting - Fly Town (IRE)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Piper Tom

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Arthur England

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Form: 3-0

Sponsor:Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 4-y-o, Presenting gelding. Half-brother to modest 3 1/4m chase winner On Time. Third sole start in Irish points but shade disappointing he couldn’t make an impact on yard/bumper debut at Huntingdon on Boxing Day. Still, it’s early days ahead of hurdles bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

8

TECHNOLOGY (IRE) (43) 6 11 9

B g Yeats (IRE) - Little Fashionista (IRE)

Owner: McNeill Family & Stone Family

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Godfrey Greene

Jockey: A. P. Heskin

Form: 43-5

Sponsor:Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and promising start over hurdles when fifth in 15-runner Chepstow maiden (19.5f) over Christmas, every chance when untidy 2 out (running green). In good hands and he’s very much the type to improve

9 TZARMIX (FR) (33) 5 11 9

Ch g Gemix (FR) - Tzarine de La Mone (FR)

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd

Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Breeder: Yvonnick Bothamy & Jean-Paul Bothamy

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: U3

TIMEFORM VIEW Gemix gelding. All the better for hurdles debut experience when third in a C&D maiden 33 days ago, headed entering straight but rallying. In good hands and he may yet have more to offer

10

FINESCOPE (GB) (33) 5 11 2

B m Telescope (IRE) - Fine Moment

Owner: Mr G Saville and Mr W Worthington

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: Harris & Ford Ltd

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Form: 0-30

Sponsor:Fbc Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise in trio of bumpers spread over 9 months and likely she’ll strip fitter for her reappearance display here in January now attentions switch to timber Up in trip

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022: LASSUE 6 11 0 Paddy Brennan 9-4 (Fergal O’Brien) 8 ran

Hood worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Betting Forecast:

15-8 Amrons Sage (IRE), 4-1 Keable (IRE), 11-2 Tzarmix (FR), 13-2 Technology (IRE), 8-1 Piper Tom (IRE),

22-1 Finescope (GB), 40-1 All A Struggle (GB), Emotional Memories (IRE), 50-1 Call Me Rafa (IRE), 100-1 Cloudy Hills (IRE)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

AMRONS SAGE has displayed promise both starts in novice hurdles to date, noted finishing with running left over shorter here in December In leading hands, he’s the type to progress further in line with this step up in trip and earns the vote to come out on top. Keable, Tzarmix and Technology are a trio of others to consider

THERESULT

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

HOSPITALITY

Make the most of your day at the Races by entertaining your Clients in the comfort of your own box.

Also a great way to celebrate an anniversary or a birthday

The Jubilee Stand at Ludlow has six hospitality boxes and a Restaurant overlooking the racecourse with balcony viewing. An ideal setting for enjoying “A Day at the Races”

Contact: Diane Thomas Tel: 01584 856221 - Mob: 07791 637 259

email: dianethomas@ludlowracecourse.co.uk

A TRACK RECORD TO BE

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

AFTERNOON RACING

WEDNESDAY 8TH FEBRUARY 2023

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

PATRON

The Rt Hon. The Earl of Plymouth, D.L.

STEWARDS

Thomas Evetts (Chief Steward)

Caroline Wilson (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Milly Bersey, Guy Upton, Polly Greco

STARTERS

William Jordan

Ciaran McKee

JUDGE

Guy Lewis

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Chris Hill

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Melanie Sheppard

Louise Neale

Lisa Cook

VETERINARY OFFICER

Kate Maxwell

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Graham Cook SRMO

Dr Chris Reese RMO

Dr Naomi Cummings RMO

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Graham Potts, B.Vet.Med, M.R.C.V.S.

Three Counties Equine Hospital

Anne Gibbs, B.Sc., B.V.Sc., M.R.C.V.S

NURSE

Karen Blackwood

Alice Oliver

CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE

Viscount Boyne

COMMENTATOR

Stewart Machin

BETTING RING MANAGER

Andy Collins

COURSE OFFICIALS

CLERK OF THE COURSE & GENERAL MANAGER

Simon Sherwood

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Diane Thomas

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

Mark Horner

ACCOUNTANT

Tracy Price

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Penny Morris

EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR

Rhian Jones

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Tom Moreland

SECURITY OFFICER

Chris Booton

CATERING MANAGER

Stuart Matthews

LUDLOW RACECOURSE

Bromfield, Ludlow, SY8 2BT

Racecourse Office: The office is situated in the Members’ Enclosure.

T: 01584 856221

E: mail@ludlowracecourse.co.uk

W: www.ludlowracecourse.co.uk

IMPORTANT NOTICES

ADMISSION BADGES

We would be grateful if all racegoers (annual & day members, owners and trainers) would prominently display their badges at all times. Thank you for your co-operation.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY AT ALL BRITISH RACECOURSES

Admission to the racecourse is subject to the right of the Racecourse Executive to refuse admission to or to expel any racegoer whose behaviour is considered by it to constitute or to be likely to lead to unruly behaviour. Any instance of unruly behaviour, such as drunkeness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting, shall entitle the Racecourse Executive to expel the offending racegoer without prior notice It is forbidden to take a drink or food into racecourse enclosures other than picnic areas Racegoers must abide by any regulations, including the observance of designated no-drinking areas and standards of dress

DRESS CODE

Please note that a smart casual dress code is to be adhered to in the Club Enclosure. Shorts and sports clothing are not permitted throughout this enclosure.

ABANDONMENT POLICY

In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges & tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances:

a) Abandonment before completion of the first race: Full Refund

b) Abandonment before completion of the third race: 50% Refund

c) Abandonment thereafter: No Refund Refunds cannot be made on the day. All refunds must be claimed within 28 days of the meeting. To obtain a refund, racegoers must send their ticket with full name and address details to: Ludlow Race Club Ltd., Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2BT

CANTER DOWN/AMBULANCE TRACK

Members of the public are not permitted on this area at any time during racing.

HORSE WELFARE

“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider” At Ludlow Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks as far as possible We aim to deal quickly and humanely with injured horses and to maintain the highest quality of veterinary care We have three Equine Veterinary Surgeons in attendance at all meetings who are responsible for the welfare of all horses in action One Veterinary Surgeon follows the race in the centre of the course and can attend a horse with the same response time as the Paramedic teams responsible for the jockeys. It is our policy to erect screens around any injured horse requiring Veterinary attention on the racecourse. This is designed to provide privacy for the Veterinary Surgeons, the patient and connections. Please do not assume the worst

LUDLOW CLUB ROOM

The Ludlow Club Room on the ground floor of the Plymouth Stand is for the Exclusive use of the holders of Ludlow Annual Members Metal Badges and Ludlow Annual Members Guest Badges only.

COURSE CROSSINGS

In the interests of Safety would members of the public please note that when the order “Jockey Mount” is given they must clear the course ready for the horses leaving the paddock and going to the start.

VIEWING ON COURSE

Would all patrons please note that while any race is in progress no person is allowed on the course except Racecourse Ground Staff and First Aid Attendants. All other persons must stay behind the running rails. THIS INCLUDES OWNERS, TRAINERS, JOCKEYS, PRESS and PHOTOGRAPHERS.

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-handicap 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.

For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

PUBLIC EVACUATION PROCEDURE PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

In the unlikely event that the racecourse buildings need to be evacuated please read the following information for your own safety. The Racecourse Management will only take such action if an emergency situation arises such as a FIRE or BOMB THREAT and all decisions taken will place public safety as a priority. If an evacuation is necessary the following announcement will be made over the PA system:

“THIS IS A SECURITY MESSAGE. IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PERSONS TO LEAVE THE RACECOURSE BUILDINGS AND WALK TO THE GOLF COURSE IN THE CENTRE OF THE COURSE”.

Unless otherwise instructed ALL members of the public will be evacuated to this area There will be NO access to either the Annual Members or Owners & Trainers Car Parks. No vehicles will be allowed to leave the site until allowed by the Police so as to keep surrounding roads clear for Emergency vehicles. In the event that the evacuation is cancelled or it is safe for the public to return a further announcement will be made At all times the Management and Staff will try and keep you informed Thank you for your co-operation.

OWNERS INFORMATION

The Directors of Ludlow Race Club would like to welcome the Owners of all runners to today’s meeting and thank them for their support. There are designated facilities available for Owners as follows:

OWNERS & TRAINERS BAR

Situated in the Clive Pavilion adjacent to the Owners & Trainers entrance this offers full Bar facilities and complimentary tea and coffee. There is also direct access from this bar to the Clive Carvery from where Tea, Coffee, Snacks and Meals can be purchased.

WINNING CONNECTIONS

Mementos are presented to the winners of all races and the winning connections will be invited to partake in a glass (or two) of Champagne with one of the Directors after the race ASSISTANCE TO OWNERS: Should any Owner require assistance, the Owners Hostess is Becky who can be contacted on 01584 856221 Alternatively you can contact: Simon Sherwood – General Manager & Clerk of the Course - 07836 215639

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