Ludlow Racecard - Monday 3rd April

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MONDAY 3RD APRIL

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 122 runners, 20%) runs VOLKOVKA (2.00), AJP KINGDOM (2.30).

VENETIA WILLIAMS (22 wins from 88 runners, 25%) runs HILL OF TARA (2.30), HEROS (3.30).

H DALY (20 wins from 107 runners, 19%) runs REGAL RENAISSANCE (3.30).

D SKELTON (20 wins from 110 runners, 18%) runs EMILY’S STAR (1.30), WALK IN CLOVER (2.00).

A RALPH (16 wins from 95 runners, 17%) runs POLLYONESOCK and MAGICAL MAGGIE (1.30), PRINCE DE JUILLEY (3.30), SCHERBOBALOB (4.00).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

O MURPHY (12 wins from 37 runners, 32%) runs SPACE VOYAGE (2.30), THE WOLF (3.00).

D MCCAIN (10 wins from 45 runners, 22%) runs PATIENT DREAM (4.00).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs GUY (2.30), GOOD BOY BOBBY (3.00).

D SKELTON (7 wins from 35 runners, 20%) runners listed above

JONJO O’NEILL (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs JUDICIAL LAW (3.30).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (18 wins from 142 rides, 13%) rides GUY (2.30).

HARRY SKELTON (17 wins from 68 rides, 25%) rides EMILY’S STAR (1.30),

WALK IN CLOVER (2.00).

DAVID BASS (15 wins from 71 rides, 21%) rides BOBHOPEORNOHOPE (3.00), THRUTHELOOKINGLASS (3.30).

TOM CANNON (11 wins from 34 rides, 32%) rides THUNDER AHEAD (4.00).

ADAM WEDGE (10 wins from 117 rides, 9%) rides ANNSAM (3.00).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

MR JACK ANDREWS (7 wins from 12 rides, 58%) rides GABORIOT (4.30).

CAOILIN QUINN (5 wins from 14 rides, 36%) rides HIDOR DE BERSY (4.00).

PAUL O’BRIEN (5 wins from 14 rides, 36%) rides STOPHERANDGO (1.30).

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 31 rides, 16%) rides listed above

HARRY SKELTON (5 wins from 27 rides, 19%) rides listed above

LONGESTR TRAVELLERS

STOPHERANDGO (1.30) trained by Claire Harris, Umberleigh, distance of 183 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 1st April.

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.

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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

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FIRST RACE 1.30

THE JM CONSTRUCTION MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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

Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race Enter by noon, March 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 24 entries at £40. - Closed March 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

No Horse

1 MAGICAL MAGGIE (GB) (94) 6 11 7

Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Bollin Across

Owner: Mrs Norma Harris

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs Norma Harris

Jockey: Jay Tidball (7)

Form: 10-1105 D

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Took her record to 3-4 (only defeat in the Aintree Nickel Coin bumper) when making a successful hurdles debut at Uttoxeter on return, untidy 2 out but quickening clear Disappointing twice since (listed race latest) though and back from a break now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

2 STOPHERANDGO (IRE) (25)

B m Aizavoski (IRE) - Bonjour Bella (IRE)

Owner: Pickard Racing Another Chance Syndicate

Trainer: Claire Harris, Umberleigh

Breeder: Richard & Lisa O’Brien

6 11 7

Jockey: Paul O’Brien

Form: 34P2P1

Sponsor:Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame all completed starts in Irish points and all the better for hurdles debut (bled) when causing surprise in similar event at Wincanton last month. The promising third won a handicap off 96 next time and she can do better

3 AUTUMN BLAZE (GB) (57)

Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Blurred Lines (IRE)

Owner: Fiona Alderson

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: C. G. Johnson

TIMEFORM VIEW No promise in Hereford bumpers.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

5 11 0

Jockey: Cillin Leonard (5)

Form: P6

Sponsor:Tote

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating4

AVIEWOFTHESTARS (GB) (22) 5

B m Telescope (IRE) - Chilla Cilla

Owner: Mr K Brookes & Mr M Payne

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Mr HT Cole

11 0

Jockey: Sean Houlihan

Form: 55

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 5 in a point bumper in January and dropped away in Warwick novice hurdle 3 weeks ago Likely to need more time

5 EMILY’S STAR (GB) (22)

B m Kayf Tara - Lisa du Chenet (FR)

Owner: 1863 Racing

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Gerad Nock & Mill House Stud

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

6 11 0

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Form: 0-4

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Quite a good pedigree but well held in a warm Ascot bumper in November 2021 and given a considerate introduction to hurdling 16 months on at Warwick. Likely to need more time

6 GAYE LEGACY (IRE) (22)

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Gaye Memories

Owner: Chase The Dream and Mrs R F Knipe

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5 11 0

Jockey: Ben Poste

Form: 2642

Sponsor:Simply Stunning Interiors

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressing by the run, all the while kept around 2m when she’s bred for a trip, edged out on the line at Warwick 3 weeks ago More to come and leading claims. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105

7 LUCKY DRAW (GB) (21)

B m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Lucky Breeze (IRE)

Owner: Mr Daniel John Bourne

Trainer: Daniel Bourne, Varteg

Breeder: Mr E. de Giles & Mr C. Shand Kydd

6 11 0

Jockey: Robert Dunne

Form: 40

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the Flat and has achieved little in a couple of maiden hurdles this year

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

8 MISS PEARL (IRE) (443)

B m Mahler - Road To Pearls

Owner: Mr Mark Lloyd

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: Thomas Norris

7 11 0

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 6F-

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth in a Carlisle bumper before falling in a Fairyhouse maiden hurdle in January 2022. Has left Stuart Crawford Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

9 NANCY TILL (IRE) (12)

B m Westerner - Classic Material

Owner: Lady Susan Brooke

Trainer: Max Young, Sneads Green Breeder: Patrick Doyle

7 11 0

Jockey: Charlie Hammond

Form: 425

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising in Irish points. Bred to stay well and shaped as if in need of a greater emphasis on stamina in 20f Ffos Las novice hurdle recently One for handicaps over further Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

10 POLLYONESOCK (IRE) (38)

B m Mount Nelson - Kenzie (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Pauline Simpson

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mr Stephen Dowling

5 11 0

Jockey: Alex Edwards

Form: 006

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers. Work to do on hurdles debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

11 SALLY’S GIRL (GB) (11)

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Shayana

Owner: Grand Jury Partnership

Trainer: Julian Smith, Tirley

Breeder: R. W. Russell

6 11 0

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 60-05P

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in bumpers/2 similar events over hurdles.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

12 TARA HAZE (GB) (29)

B m Kayf Tara - Bella Haze

Owner: Mr P. Dando

Trainer: Phillip Dando, Peterston-Super-Ely

Breeder: Phillip C. and Mrs Kathryn M. Dando

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in bumpers/2 Ffos Las hurdles.

7 11 0

Jockey: Conor Ring (3)

Form: 00-50

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

13 BY PASS (GB) (25) 4 10 6

Ch f Cityscape - Up And Running

Owner: Mrs Tracy Turner

Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne

Breeder: The Hon Mrs R. Pease

Jockey: Ben Ffrench Davis (7)

Form: 5P36F

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat whose standout effort over hurdles came when third of 8 in juvenile at Hereford (2m, 125/1) in February Fell fourth having jumped well up until then in visor at Wincanton last time Could find a small race.

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

2022: FINEST VIEW 5 10 12 Tom Cannon 6-4 (Alan King) 8 ran

Hood worn by No. 7, 11. Visor worn by No. 13.

Stewards Note:

POLLYONESOCK: Following its run on 24/2/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed.

TARA HAZE: Following its run on 5/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green and was impeded late-on.

Betting Forecast:

13-8 Gaye Legacy (IRE), 4-1 Magical Maggie (GB), 11-2 By Pass (GB), 13-2 Stopherandgo (IRE), 18-1 Miss Pearl (IRE), 33-1 Emily’s Star (GB), 40-1 Pollyonesock (IRE), 66-1 Aviewofthestars (GB), Nancy Till (IRE), 150-1 Lucky Draw (GB), Sally’s Girl (GB), Tara Haze (GB), 300-1 Autumn Blaze (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary: The progressive GAYE LEGACY looks well placed to open her account. Stopherandgo was full value for her Wincanton win and is set for another big run under a penalty Magical Maggie could bounce back to form after a break/dropped in class, while By Pass may find a small race having showed aptitude for hurdling.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GAYE LEGACY (IRE) 2.STOPHERANDGO (IRE) 3.MAGICAL MAGGIE

THERESULT

Race two on today’s seven-race card – the Weatherbys nhstallions. co.uk Mares’ Handicap Chase – is one of two races sponsored by Weatherbys, with the 0-120 contest attracting a field of six.

All six are novices and four of them clashed, over the same courseand-distance, just 32 days ago, with La Renommee coming out on top. Dr Richard Newland’s five-year-old appeared to win a shade cosily, so despite meeting the placed horses on worse terms, the daughter of Doctor Dino might well be up to confirming the form. The ground will be much softer on this occasion, but it shouldn’t be too much of an issue and conditions are more likely to prove inconvenient to the third home from a month ago, Cotton End, who appreciates quicker conditions.

Runner-up Fortunes Melody boasts plenty of experience and is consistent, whilst the fifth home, Volkovka, made a shuddering error down the far side, so can be expected to get closer for the in-form Fergal O’Brien stable.

Walk In Clover is another who has shown her best form on a sounder surface, whilst Ingeborg Zilling completes the line-up, but would appear to be the Sheila Lewis second-string and races from a long way out of the handicap

Later on the card, the weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap Hurdle is another class 5, 0-120 contest, in which eight go to post, with the weights headed by the Jonjo O’Neill-trained Judicial Law. A courseand-distance winner on soft ground in February of last year, the sixyear-old showed a fine attitude and is now only 2lbs higher.

Regal Renaissance is the other course-and-distance winner in the field, with Henry Daly’s mare the fortune winner of a female jockeys’ race just before Christmas. She has had wind surgery since then and Alice Stevens retains the partnership However, her pedigree would suggest that better ground might suit ideally.

Emma Lavelle’s Hardy Fella remains a maiden over hurdles, but ran well against Outlaw Peter last time and the winner won a Kempton handicap recently, whilst Heros is another who arrives in Shropshire on the back of a sound second placing. Venetia Williams’ six-yearold had earlier finished runner-up over this course-and-distance and boasts form on softer ground from his days in France. He looks to be improving, whilst the 10-year-old Stonific was a long way behind Heros last time, so needs to show significant improvement.

Norley and Prince de Juilley are another pair who have better form on decent ground, whilst the field is completed by Thruthelookinglass, who represents a resurgent Kim Bailey stable. Very lightly-raced, he could be open to considerable improvement and ran well on bad ground earlier in the season. On the back of a 139-day break, the son of Kayf Tara is very much one to note in the market.

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SECOND RACE 2.00

THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

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

Total prize fund £11000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, 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. April 1st. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WEATHERBYS GROUP LIMITED has generously supported the prize fund for this race 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 £350 appearance money to the horses placed 6th, 7th & 8th in this race if qualified under the Terms and Conditions of the Prize Money Code 10 entries, 1 at £8 and 9 at £40. - Closed March 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10)

1

FORTUNES MELODY (GB) (32)

B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Fulgora

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: J. B. W. Bloodstock Ltd

6

12 0

Jockey: Ben Bromley (5)

Form: 135322 D

Sponsor:Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler in France who gained small-field victories over hurdles/fences at up to 20f for present yard in the autumn Has remained in good form since, second over C&D last time Ought to be in the shake-up off a 1lb lower mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 119

2 LA

RENOMMEE (FR) (32)

B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Grande Cavale (FR)

Owner: Mrs L. J. Newland

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de Maulepaire

5 11 9

Jockey: Charlie Hammond

Form: 2-46221 CD

Sponsor:Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken well to fences and she got off the mark in 7-runner handicap chase over C&D 32 days ago by 1 1/4 lengths from Fortunes Melody Up 2lb but firmly in the picture.

3 VOLKOVKA (FR)

B m Camelot - Drole de Dame (IRE)

Owner: The Tyringham Partnership

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

(32)

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114

6 11 7

Jockey: Liam Harrison (3)

Form: 45-04P5

Sponsor:Thomas Quinn

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who shaped with some encouragement in this sphere, making a bad error when 8 3/4 lengths fifth of 7 to La Renommee over C&D 32 days ago. Shortlisted off a 3lb lower mark.

4 WALK IN CLOVER (IRE) (40)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bridgequarter Girl (IRE)

Owner: The Blind Squirrels

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Kevin Neville

6 11 0

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Form: 2-P3202

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser who appeared to excel herself when second of 3 in novice chase over C&D 40 days ago, despite pulling hard. Weighted to go close back in handicap company. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105

5 COTTON END (IRE) (32) 9 10 13

Gr m Scorpion (IRE) - Scartara (FR)

Owner: Mr Graham Wilson

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Mr Daniel Furini

Jockey: Sean Houlihan

Form: 6-33P33 C D

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles. 16/1, creditable 3 lengths third of 7 to La Renommee in handicap chase over C&D 32 days ago It’s now eleven runs since her last win in 2021, though.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

6 INGEBORG ZILLING (IRE) (331) 7

Ch m Mahler - Lindy Lou

Owner: Mr Mark Lloyd

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: A. H. B. Hodge

10 2

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 4PP50-0 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden, and she has been off for 11 months since beating only one in 3m handicap chase at Warwick. 24lb out of the handicap too.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: BRIEF AMBITION 8 11 3 Paddy Brennan 6-5 (Fergal O’Brien) 3 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 6.

Stewards Note:

WALK IN CLOVER: Following its run on 22/2/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Walk In Clover (IRE), 3-1 La Renommee (FR), 10-3 Fortunes Melody (GB), 5-1 Cotton End (IRE), 12-1 Volkovka (FR), 66-1 Ingeborg Zilling (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary:

WALK IN CLOVER looked to take a step forward when runner-up over C&D last time and can go one better now reverting to handicap company off a handy-looking mark. La Renommee beat a few of these over C&D last month and is rated next best ahead of the consistent Fortunes Melody

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WALK IN CLOVER (IRE) 2.LA RENOMMEE (FR) 3.FORTUNES MELODY

THERESULT

SHUTTLE BUS

The complimentary Shuttle Bus will collect from Ludlow Train Station at 11.15am. The Shuttle Bus will then leave Ludlow at 6.45pm after racing

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £286,419 in rate card and incremental prize money at this racecourse from January to April 2023

THIRD RACE 2.30

THE ROB BARNWELL’S 60TH CELEBRATION NOVICES’ HURDLE

RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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

Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 28th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Barnwell Family have generously contributed towards the prize money and 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 12 entries at £25. - Closed March 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

1 HERCULES MORSE (GB) (70)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Ishka Baha (IRE)

Owner: The Megsons

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Natton House Thoroughbreds Ltd

5 11 9

Jockey: Kielan Woods

Form: 351

Sponsor:Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding who struck at the third time of asking over hurdles in Ffos Las maiden (2 1/2m, soft) 10 weeks ago Has the potential for better again and unlikely to be far away

2 SPACE VOYAGE (GB) (19)

B m Kayf Tara - Maiden Voyage

Owner: Deva Racing SV

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Whitson Bloodstock Limited

HHHHI Official BHA Rating 119

6 11 7

Jockey: Lewis Stones (5)

Form: 61411 D

Sponsor:Deva Racing Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner last summer who has taken well to hurdling, winning small-field novices at Lingfield (19.5f) and Huntingdon (20.5f) this year Likely to make a bold bid for the hat-trick.

3 AJP KINGDOM (IRE) (147)

B g Mahler - Mattys Joy (IRE)

Owner: The FOB Racing Partnership

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: John Palmer

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 121

6 11 2

Jockey: Connor Brace

Form: 25-12

Sponsor:Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in points and accounted for 7 rivals on Rules debut in a Bangor bumper in September. In need of experience when 14 lengths second of 6 on 21f Kempton hurdle debut in November. Unexposed and respected back after a break.

4 GUY (IRE) (37)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Sept Verites (FR)

Owner: W.G. & A.G. Vestey

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Corrib Racing

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

8 11 2

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 22-2304

Sponsor:Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2020, althoug he’s usually performed with credit in handicap chases since then, including latest fourth of 11 at Kempton. Ought to be competitive back hurdling for the first time since 2019.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119

5 HILL OF TARA (GB) (37) 6

B g Kayf Tara - Patsie Magern

Owner: B B Racing Club

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr John Benfield

11 2

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch

Form: 5-6

Sponsor:Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW From a good jumping family but has shown only minor proimise in a bumper and maiden hurdle 15 months apart.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: HECTOR JAVILEX (FR) 5 11 7 Tom Bellamy 5-6 (Charlie Longsdon) 4 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Betting Forecast:

2-1 Space Voyage (GB), 3-1 Guy (IRE), 7-2 Hercules Morse (GB), 4-1 Ajp Kingdom (IRE), 40-1 Hill of Tara (GB)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

SPACE VOYAGE seems to know where the winning post is and is taken to enhance her already impressive strike-rate. Fellow hurdle winner Hercules Morse may give Olly Murphy’s mare most to think about.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SPACE VOYAGE 2.HERCULES MORSE 3.AJP KINGDOM (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 3.00

THE BOYNE CUP (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) (CLASS 3)

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds) for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £18000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9505 to the winning horse The second to receive £4374, the third £2187, the fourth £1094 and the fifth £545. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Rosemary, Viscountess Boyne has 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 LUDLOW RACE CLUB will pay £500 appearance money to the horses placed 6th, 7th and 8th in this race if qualified under the Terms and Conditions Of the Prize Money Code THE BOYNE CUP, presented by Rosemary, Viscountess Boyne,to be held by the winning owner until 31st December 2023 15 entries, 0 at £10 and 15 at £50 - Closed March 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £7270; Second £3634; Third £1818; Fourth £909; Fifth £454. (Penalty Value £9505.80)

1

ANNSAM (GB) (37)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Bathwick Annie

Owner: Mr W. Clifford

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Mrs S. Clifford

8 12 2

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Form: 31-0610 C D

Sponsor:Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who also scored at Kempton in January Ridden too aggressively when seventh of 13 in 3m handicap there 37 days ago Good jumper Worth another chance.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 142

2

BOBHOPEORNOHOPE (IRE) (37) 8 12

B g Westerner - Bandelaro (IRE)

Owner: Mr J. Perriss

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Paul Giles

1

Jockey: David Bass

Form: 312-314 CD

Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in December Not discredited when fourth of 13 in 3m 3m handicap at Kempton since, especially as he chased a strong pace, so he needs considering. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 141

3 GOOD BOY BOBBY (IRE) (20) 10 11 11

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Princess Gaia (IRE)

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mrs M. Brophy

Jockey: Daryl Jacob

Form: 0P-04P0 D

Sponsor:Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice at Wetherby last season, including the Rowland Meyrick. Yet to hit top form this term, thirteenth in Ultima Handicap at Cheltenham 20 days ago, but this is easier and he now figures on a handylooking mark.

4 LE CAMELEON (GB) (32) 8 11 5

B or Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Countess Camilla

Owner: The Pretenders & Partner

Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Breeder: H. Davies & R. Davies

Jockey: David Noonan

Form: 4-1F051 CD

Sponsor:Kendall & Davies

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form from out of the blue in 6-runner handicap chase over C&D 32 days ago, battling well. Can give another good account despite taking a 4lb rise

5

THE WOLF (FR) (20)

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Ges (FR)

Owner: McNeill Family & Stone Family

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Mme Olivia Goupil

9 11 1

Jockey: A. P. Heskin

Form: 20064P D

Sponsor:Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in Ultima Handicap at Cheltenham 20 days ago Visor replaces blinkers now but still needs a couple of these to falter

6

DIBBLE DECKER (IRE) (29)

B g Jet Away - Bella Minna (IRE)

Owner: ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Mrs Patricia A. Byrne

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 127

7 10 13

Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Form: 10-2511 D

Sponsor:Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Is clearly getting the hang of chasing now the cheekpieces have gone on and he bids for a hat-trick after a pair of 2m4f handicap wins at Huntingdon. Up another 4lb but has more to offer over this longer trip Leading claims.

7 CAPTAIN TOMMY (IRE) (11)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Freemantle Doctor (IRE)

Owner: Mr Richard J. Gurr

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder: Thomas Bruton

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 125

9 10 2

Jockey: Daire McConville (7)

Form: P23-0P3 D

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed on final start for David Bridgwater in the spring and has offered little on both starts for present yard, having a wind op before only third of 4 at Sedgefield last time Easy to look elsewhere from 2lb out of the handicap too. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: TIDE TIMES (IRE) 8 10 5 Charlie Todd 5-4 (Ian Williams) 5 ran Visor worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 5, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6, 7.

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Dibble Decker (IRE), 9-2 Annsam (GB), Bobhopeornohope (IRE), 5-1 Le Cameleon (GB), 17-2 The Wolf (FR), 9-1 Good Boy Bobby (IRE), 33-1 Captain Tommy (IRE)

Race Summary:

DIBBLE DECKER’s form is on an upward curve and Tom Lacey’s low-mileage 7-y-o is taken to complete a hat-trick now he steps up in trip at the chief expense of course-winner Annsam, who is worth another chance having been ridden too aggressively in front when seventh at Kempton last time Good Boy Bobby is another to consider off a reduced mark along with C&D scorer Bobhopeornohope

THERESULT

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FIFTH RACE 3.30

THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

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

Total prize fund £10000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four 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. April 1st. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBYS GROUP LIMITED has generously contributed to 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 19 entries at £40. - Closed March 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

1 JUDICIAL LAW (IRE) (24)

B g Fame And Glory - Miss Overdrive

Owner: Mrs Gay Smith

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Michael Tobin

6 12 0

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Form: 1513-04 CD

Sponsor:Ashford Stud, Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Has presumably met with problems since doing so well last season (3 wins included a C&D handicap hurdle), seemingly needing the run after another 6 months off at Exeter recently This should reveal more.

2 HARDY FELLA (IRE) (33)

B g Libertarian - Combustible Spirit (IRE)

Owner: Mighty Acorn Stables

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Mr B. Nolan

6 11 10

Jockey: Tom Bellamy

Form: 413-2P2

Sponsor:Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner for Chris Gordon who was back to form after 4 months off when finding only Outlaw Peter (won good Kempton handicap next time) too strong over this trip at Wincanton last month. Can go well on handicap debut.

3 THRUTHELOOKINGLASS (GB) (139) 6 11 8

B g Kayf Tara - Amazing d’Azy (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs K. R. Ellis

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr & Mrs K. Ellis

114

Jockey: David Bass

Form: 02-U5

Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown plenty in maiden hurdles, likely to have gone close if completing on return at Worcester then not knocked about at Lingfield. One to note now handicapping after 5 months off.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112

4 NORLEY (IRE) (65) 8 11 8

B g Yeats (IRE) - No Moore Bills

Owner: Mrs G. Morgan

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Joseph Smiddy

Jockey: Beau Morgan (7)

Form: 402133

Sponsor:Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Form patchy but won a conditionals’ handicap under this rider at Southwell in December and ran well at Doncaster 9 weeks ago This is tougher

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

5 STONIFIC (IRE) (40) 10 11 6

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sapphire Pendant (IRE)

Owner: Mr Stephen Jones

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Wertheimer & Frere

Jockey: Kevin Brogan

Form: 13-5640

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest hurdles success was in the Summer Handicap at Market Rasen for David O’Meara off 12lb higher in July 2021. Hasn’t really built on an encouraging start for new yard after a year off this term, blinkers not doing much for him here 6 weeks ago

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

6 HEROS (FR) (17) 6 11 4

B g Voiladenuo (FR) - La Colombe d’Or (FR)

Owner: Mr & Mrs Simon E Bown

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr Didier Prod’Homme & Agence Caballis

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch

Form: 1-P0522

Sponsor:Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner in France in 2021. Has slowly come to hand for new yard off reduced mark, going close in messy Doncaster handicap (only 4 hurdles jumped) recently One to consider

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108

7 PRINCE DE JUILLEY (FR) (40) 6 11 0

B g Honolulu (IRE) - Horemsaf (IRE)

Owner: The Big Dog Partnership

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr Georges Trincot & Mrs Lucie Trincot

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 41-5P3

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who fared a bit better on third run over hurdles here 5 weeks ago Drops back in trip for handicap debut and could have more to offer.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

8

REGAL RENAISSANCE (GB) (104) 5 10 6

B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Aisance (FR)

Owner: Ludlow Racing Partnership

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Form: 44461 CD

Sponsor:Perrott Properties Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks awkward and opened her account with a fortunate success in C&D mares’ handicap before Christmas, off bridle long way out and held in second when left in front last. More needed in this company but subsequent breathing operation may have helped.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: GRAN LUNA (FR) 6 11 1 Nico de Boinville 4-5 (Nicky Henderson) 3 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 8.

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Hardy Fella (IRE), 4-1 Heros (FR), 7-1 Judicial Law (IRE), 15-2 Thruthelookinglass (GB), Regal Renaissance (GB), 10-1 Prince de Juilley (FR), 12-1 Norley (IRE), 20-1 Stonific (IRE)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

HARDY FELLA found only subsequent Kempton-winner Outlaw Peter too good back from a break at Wincanton last month and looks set for a big run on his handicap debut. This looks a strong race for the grade though and solid cases can also be made for Heros, Thruthelookinglass and Judical Law.

THERESULT

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HARDY FELLA (IRE) 2.HEROS (FR) 3.THRUTHELOOKINGLASS

SIXTH RACE 4.00

THE WATCH ON RACINGTV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS

4)

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

Total prize fund £10000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb 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 16 entries at £40. - Closed March 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

1 HIDOR DE BERSY (FR) (53) 6 12 2

Ch g Nidor (FR) - Tropulka God (FR)

Owner: Lady Gibbings

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: Mr B. Caron, Mr B. Caron & Mme V. Caron

Jockey: Caoilin Quinn (5)

Form: 12P-2P0 D

Sponsor:Gun Dog Gin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Weak finisher who hasn’t gone on from a promising start over fences, albeit his stamina may have been stretched last time Now reverts to hurdles after a short break.

2 HERECOMESHOGAN (IRE) (167) 6 11 12

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Constant Approach (IRE)

Owner: The Cotswold Lockdowners

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: John Fitzgerald

Jockey: Harry Atkins (10)

Form: P0F141

Sponsor:Fbc Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in this sphere in a Newton Abbot maiden in August and added an 18.5f Exeter handicap in October. Given a break since and much depends on whether he’s ready to roll.

3 DOM PERRY (GB) (30) 7 11 11

B g Doyen (IRE) - Aphrodisias (FR)

Owner: Rushmoor Stud

Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Breeder: Guy Bloodstock Ltd

Jockey: Daryl Jacob

Form: 12/65-13 D

Sponsor:Bridgend Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Lauran Morgan who made a successful start for this yard in a 2m Southwell maiden hurdle in February. Bettered that form when 11 lengths third in 2m Newbury handicap last month. Should go well.

4 PATIENT DREAM (FR) (40)

B g Al Kazeem - Parnell’s Dream

Owner: More Turf Racing

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mr David Aykroyd & Mme Vimy Aykroyd

Rating 107

5 11 8

Jockey: William Maggs (10)

Form: 325011 CD

Sponsor:Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s all clicked for him since equipped with cheekpieces, winning at Market Rasen and over C&D in February (both under the yard’s 10lb claimer William Maggs). Likely to make a bold bid to complete the hat-trick.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104

5

THUNDER AHEAD (GB) (30) 5 11 6

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Champagne Time (IRE)

Owner: Maybe Only Fools Have Horses

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Abergwaun Farms

Jockey: Tom Cannon

Form: 5310-00

Sponsor:Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Juvenile hurdle winner last winter but has struggled in 3 handicap hurdle starts since, the refitting of cheekpieces making no difference at Doncaster last month.

6

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 102

SCHERBOBALOB (GB) (9) 5 11 4

Gr or Ro g Cityscape - Cloudy Spirit

Owner: Mrs Norma Harris

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs Norma Harris

Jockey: Jay Tidball (7)

Form: 004U

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat but has shown ability over hurdles, best effort when fourth of 15 in C&D novice in February Yet to be asked for effort when unseated 3 out on Bangor handicap debut since. Unexposed and respected.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 100

7 FORCE DE FRAP (FR) (39) 8 11 3

B g Desir d’Un Soir (FR) - Flaurella (FR)

Owner: Mrs E. J. Bishop

Trainer: Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr Georges Lacombe

Jockey: James Best

Form: 0-61106 D

Sponsor:NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Revitalised when winning in big fields at Taunton and Wincanton around the turn of the year but has been found out from much higher marks twice since.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

8

ARISTOBULUS (GB) (19) 4 10 8

B g Adaay (IRE) - Salome (FR)

Owner: Mr Jim Gill

Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell

Breeder: Norris Bloodstock Ltd

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 334

Sponsor:Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a succeessful stable debut on AW Flat in January and has shown an aptitude for hurdling since. Possible improver now making his handicap debut in this sphere. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: MIDNIGHTS LEGACY 5 10 12 Tom Cannon 7-4 (Alan King) 4 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 4, 5, 7.

Stewards Note:

THUNDER AHEAD: Following its run on 4/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Patient Dream (FR), 10-3 Dom Perry (GB), 7-1 Herecomeshogan (IRE), Aristobulus (GB), 8-1 Scherbobalob (GB), 12-1 Hidor de Bersy (FR), 14-1 Force de Frap (FR), 20-1 Thunder Ahead (GB)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

DOM PERRY made a solid start to his handicap career when third at Newbury last time and can deny Patient Dream a hat-trick. Scherbobalob looked to be going okay when unseating 3 out on his recent Bangor handicap debut and may prove best of the remainder

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DOM PERRY 2.PATIENT DREAM (FR) 3.SCHERBOBALOB

THERESULT

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SEVENTH RACE 4.30

THE EDDIE MAPP MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds) for five yrs old and upwards Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

Total prize fund £6600 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423. for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 28th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, 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. The Mapp family have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race The Eddie Mapp Memorial Trophy will be presented to the winning connections. 7 entries at £30. - Closed March 28th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368. (Penalty Value £3387.78) HC

1

BLETCHLEY CASTLE (IRE) (28) 14 12

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Zaafran

Owner: Mr D. R. Ellis

Trainer: Miss H. Brookshaw, Stoke Heath

Hunt: North Shropshire

2

Jockey: Mr Tommie M. O’Brien

Form: 42312-P CD

Sponsor:Castle Inn

TIMEFORM VIEW Took this event 12 months ago but off 11 months before being pulled up in hunter chase at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) 28 days ago Needs to bounce back.

2

FIX AT ALL (FR) (11)

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Lady Fix (FR)

Owner: Mr M. Scudamore

Trainer: Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

Hunt: Cotswold Vale Farmers

7 12 2

Jockey: Mr J. J. Murphy-Knight (7)

Form: 5-335P1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser in France who finally got back on track for his current yard when landing 7-runner hunter chase over C&D (good to soft) 11 days ago. Needs to back it up now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

3

ZAMPARELLI (IRE) (57)

B g Mahler - Goulburn Bridge (IRE)

Owner: Miss Sarah A. Dawson

Trainer: Miss V. Collins, Broadway

Hunt: North Cotswold

11 12 2

Jockey: Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7)

Form: 222-51P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of this contest in 2021 but pulled up in a point when last seen out in February Not discounted if back on his A-game

4

ARTHUR’S SIXPENCE (GB) (28) 9 11 12

B g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Loose Change (IRE)

Owner: Mr David A. Smith

Trainer: Ms Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

Hunt: South Shropshire

Jockey: Mr Peter Bryan (3)

Form: 134/1-25 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a hat-trick for Kim Bailey in 2020 but he ran poorly after 10 months off when fifth of 10 in hunter chase (11/1) at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Needs a big step forward. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

5 DILIGENT (FR)

Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Rapide (FR)

(33)

Owner: The Devon Diamond Friends

Trainer: Mary Sanderson, Tiverton

Hunt: Tiverton Foxhounds

10 11 12

Jockey: Mr Darren Andrews (5)

Form: 12-1452 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful six times in 2021 for Nigel Hawke, five of which over fences and added another couple more over hurdles last spring. Has made a good start for his current yard too, second of 7 in hunter chase at Wincanton (20.2f, good) 33 days ago Big shout.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122

6 GABORIOT (FR) (4) 7 11

Ch g Muhtathir - Uddy (FR)

Owner: The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Hunt: Sir W.W. Wynn’s

12

Jockey: Mr Jack Andrews

Form: 0-P34PU

Sponsor:Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler at his best but has failed to complete in his last two hunter chases, blinkered when unseated rider 1st at Warwick (20f, heavy) 4 days ago. Has work to do.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: BLETCHLEY CASTLE (IRE) 13 11 12 Mr Tommie M O’Brien 5-2 (Miss H Brookshaw) 5 ran

Hood worn by No 5. Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3.

Stewards Note:

BLETCHLEY CASTLE: Following its run on 6/3/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped right-handed.

Betting Forecast:

6-4 Diligent (FR), 4-1 Zamparelli (IRE), 6-1 Gaboriot (FR), 15-2 Fix At All (FR), 9-1 Arthur’s Sixpence (GB), 20-1 Bletchley Castle (IRE)

Race Summary:

A few of these come with question marks against them so this looks an excellent opportunity for DILIGENT to build on his recent Wincanton hunter chase second and open his account for his current yard Former-winner Zamparelli could emerge as the chief threat if back on song, with Fix At All also not discounted if backing up his recent C&D success

THERESULT

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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

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

Wednesday 26th April

Tuesday 9th May - Evening

Sunday 14th May

Wednesday 11th October

Thursday 26th October

Thursday 9th November

Monday 27th November

Wednesday 6th December

Wednesday 20th December