Ludlow Racecard - Tuesday 9th May

Ludlow Race Club Ltd

Registered Office:

Ludlow Racecourse

Bromfield

Ludlow

Shropshire

SY8 2BT

Tel: 01584 856221

Welcome to our only evening meeting at Ludlow and our first “Countryside Day”.

Please do go and have a look at some of the stands in the Windsor Marquee and please give the South Shropshire Hunt a warm welcome as they parade their hounds prior to racing.

SAS Utilities and White Hall Flagstones are new to Ludlow as sponsors, so we hope they have an enjoyable evening. Thanks again to JM Construction, GC Rickards Ltd, and Behind Bars for their continued support.

We have the Lorna Brooke Memorial Race tonight with Lorna’s parents presenting the prizes Lorna was a gifted rider who regularly rode at Ludlow, always with a smile on her face.

We would like to welcome beneficiaries from Racing Welfare today & hope they have an enjoyable day with us.

We have one meeting left, this Sunday so please come and bring the young. We have music after the last so let’s hope for a warm, sunny evening

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:

F O’BRIEN (25 wins from 127 runners, 20%) runs SHALLOW RIVER (7.00), FAHA BELLE (8.00), HARD AS NAILS (8.30).

N HENDERSON (23 wins from 104 runners, 22%) runs LELANTOS (4.50), LOVE BITE (5.25), KINCARDINE (7.00), BRAVE JEN (8.00), MOON LADY (8.30).

H DALY (22 wins from 110 runners, 20%) runs TIME IN THE SUN (8.00), AFTER MANY DAYS (8.30).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

N HENDERSON (6 wins from 28 runners, 21%) runners listed above

F O’BRIEN (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runners listed above

N MULHOLLAND (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runs IKE SPORT (4.50), AMBUSH ANNIE (5.25).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

PADDY BRENNAN (19 wins from 82 rides, 23%) rides SHALLOW RIVER (7.00).

NICO DE BOINVILLE (18 wins from 73 rides, 25%) rides LOVE BITE (5.25), KINCARDINE (7.00).

HARRY COBDEN (11 wins from 59 rides, 19%) rides AMBUSH ANNIE (5.25), WHENITRAINSITPOURS (5.55), KAKAMORA (6.25), CABRAKAN (7.00), ESTATE ITALIANA (7.30).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

BRIAN HUGHES (6 wins from 23 rides, 26%) rides OOH BETTY (5.25), SOCIALIST AGENDA (7.00), MILADYGRACE (7.30).

NICO DE BOINVILLE (5 wins from 17 rides, 29%) rides listed above AIDAN COLEMAN (4 wins from 9 rides, 44%) rides BOMBYX (7.00).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 5.55 Zafar (won off 111 down 11lb to 100); 6.25 Valsheda (won off 125 down 5lb to 120).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 6.25 TIDE TIMES (down 2 grades); 8.30 MARY (down 2 grades); 8.30 MILAN CYCLONE (down 2); 8.30 TOUR OVALIE (down 2).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 7th May.

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...

FIRST RACE 4.50

THE LORNA BROOKE

AMATEUR JOCKEYS’

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 £4967 to the winning horse The second to receive £2485, the third £1241, the fourth £622 and the fifth £310 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race THE AMATEUR JOCKEYS ASSOCIATION OF GREAT BRITAIN has generously supported the prize fund for this race and willpresent a memento to the winning rider 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 14 entries at £40. - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4317; Second £2159; Third £1079; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £4967)

1 PYRAMID PLACE (IRE) (39)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Attima

Owner: PP & R Syndicate

Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster

Breeder: Kingsley Park Ltd

6 12 0

Jockey: Miss Gina Andrews

Form: 321344-

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on sliding mark at Wetherby (19.7f) in February and essentially run with credit all 3 starts since, taking a while to wind up when making late headway in to fourth over 2m latest Return to further back on better ground should hold no fears.

RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115

2 TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (187) 8 11 11

B g Mores Wells - Akarita (IRE)

Owner: Foxtrot Racing Tiger Orchid

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Breeder: Ian Hannon

Jockey: Mr Jason Dixon

Form: 132513- C

Sponsor:Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who crucially avoided serious mistakes when doubling hurdles tally over extended 23f here in October. Proved a shade free to see things out when third in a C&D handicap a month later but returns with yard amongst the winners. Not out of things.

3 IKE SPORT (FR) (18)

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Safraniere (FR)

Owner: The Chosen Few

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Har.De L’Etoile

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

5 11 11

Jockey: Mr Tommie M. O’Brien

Form: 264126-

TIMEFORM VIEW Raised his game considerably back from 4 months off when seeing off a subsequent winner at Taunton (19f) in March prior to good second at Huntingdon next time. Not in same form faced with much quicker conditions at Fontwell (19.2f) latest but it remains early days with him. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112

4 GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) (29)

B g Mahler - Samsha (IRE)

Owner: Ms Gwendoline M Clarke

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Ms Joyce Marsh

5 11 6

Jockey: Mr A J O’Neill (5)

Form: 12634-

Sponsor:Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdles winner at around 2m during the autumn. Yet to reproduce that form in handicaps, jumping none too fluently when fourth at Chepstow (19.4f) 4 weeks ago. Still his previous Sandown display highlighted he’s not one to be writing off and the assessor is relinquishing his grip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107

5 LELANTOS (IRE) (168) 7

Br g Presenting - Western Focus (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XCI

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Patrick Cashman

11 4

Jockey: Mr Henry Main (5)

Form: 1/312P3-

Sponsor:Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained third hurdles win at Bangor (23f) in July and similar form in defeat on 2 of his 3 starts since (modest sole chase try) left behind between last 2 back over hurdles at Southwell (24.2f) in November

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105 6 PRINCE DE JUILLEY (FR) (36) 6 11 1

B g Honolulu (IRE) - Horemsaf (IRE)

Owner: The Big Dog Partnership

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr Georges Trincot & Mrs Lucie Trincot

Jockey: Mr Murray Dodd (7)

Form: 41/5P34-

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who fared a bit than previously when third on qualifying run in a maiden here (23.8f) in February However, couldn’t build on that in a C&D handicap next time and others make greater appeal on balance.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 102

7 MALINA OCARINA (GB) (16) 8 10 3

B m Malinas (GER) - Ocarina Davis (FR)

Owner: M.H. Racing Malina

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: Katherine Mead & Derek Mead

Jockey: Miss Alice Stevens (3)

Form: 41/2425-

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged second victory over hurdles in a Uttoxeter seller during summer 2021 and similar form when runner-up on 2 of her 3 starts in handicaps last summer Below form fifth back from 9 months off (has gone well fresh) at Stratford 16 days ago and she goes up in trip now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: MR YEATS (IRE) 5 10 9 Miss Gina Andrews 9-4 (Milton Harris) 10 ran Hood worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 5.

Stewards Note:

IKE SPORT: Following its run on 21/4/2023 it was reported that the horse made a mistake at the 1st hurdle

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Pyramid Place (IRE), 4-1 Ike Sport (FR), 5-1 Tiger Orchid (IRE), 6-1 Lelantos (IRE), 7-1 Gwennie May Boy (IRE), Malina Ocarina (GB), 14-1 Prince de Juilley (FR)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

A competitive opener with the narrow vote in favour of IKE SPORT. Off the mark in handicaps at Taunton in March prior to a good second at Huntingdon later that month, he may have found much quicker conditions against him on his latest outing and he could well be up to defying this sort of mark. Gwennie May Boy needs to shrug off a lesser effort latest but there’s an air of unfinished business about him in handicaps, whilst Pyramid Place is also worth a second look.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IKE SPORT (FR)

THERESULT

2.GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) 3.PYRAMID PLACE (IRE)

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SECOND RACE 5.25

THE SAS UTILITIES LTD

MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds) for maiden 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 maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, May 3rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb SAS UTILITIES Ltd have kindly contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and will present a cash award to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £30 - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80)

1 AFTER MIDNIGHT (GB) (27)

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Midnight Ocean

Owner: Exors of the Late Mr Donald Smith

Trainer: Julian Smith, Tirley

Breeder: Mrs W. Smith

6 11 4

Jockey: Harry Bannister

Form: 00-

TIMEFORM VIEW In need of experience both starts in bumpers. Upped in trip on hurdle bow.

2 AMBUSH ANNIE (IRE) (185)

B or Br m Fame And Glory - Ambush Angel (IRE)

Owner: Superior Enterprises Ltd

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Mrs Siobhan Darcy

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

6 11 4

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 22-

TIMEFORM VIEW £38,000 5-y-o, Fame And Glory mare. Dam (h91), bumper winner (stayed 2 1/4m), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (2 1/2m winner) Part Presenting. Runner-up both starts in Irish points (latest Nov 2022). Cobden a positive jockey booking.

3 BLACK SAM VICKI (GB) (100)

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Overthrow

Owner: Strutting Cockerels Syndicate

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Richard Johnson

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

5 11 4

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 03/0P-

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a modest level on the second of 2 bumper starts but has made no impact in a pair of maiden hurdles.

4 LOVE BITE (IRE) (29)

B m Milan - Knotted Midge (IRE)

Owner: Hot To Trot Jumping

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr John O’Brien

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

5 11 4

Jockey: Nico de Boinville

Form: 50-

Sponsor:Searls Land, Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Well related and in top hands but has shown little in a brace of bumpers. Significantly up in trip for hurdle debut.

5 MANIMOLE (GB) (16)

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Mabel Mole

Owner: The Jukes Family

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: R. N. Jukes

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

6 11 4

Jockey: Finn Lambert (5)

Form: 362553-

Sponsor:Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who resumed progress dropped back in trip when third in 9-runner handicap at Stratford (16.3f) 16 days ago. Respected on form but this step back up in trip isn’t sure to suit.

6 MISS PEARL (IRE) (14)

B m Mahler - Road To Pearls

Owner: Mr Mark Lloyd

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Thomas Norris

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks a handicap project. Significantly up in trip

7

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98

7 11 4

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 6F/66-

Hooded for 1st time

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 88

ONEWAY EXPRESS (IRE) (93)

B m Milan - Princesse Leia (FR)

Owner: The Only Way Syndicate

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Noel Doyle

5 11 4

Jockey: Toby Wynne (5)

Form: 3-

Sponsor:Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 5-y-o, Milan mare. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (17f-2 3/4m winner) Princesse Kap. Third sole start in Irish points (Feb 5) and requires a market check now switched to Rules.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

8

OOH BETTY (IRE) (18)

B m Westerner - On The Prairie (IRE)

Owner: Butler, Langford, Paterson & Tory

Trainer: Ben Clarke, Beaminster

Breeder: Miss Hannah Cashman

5 11 4

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Form: 143302-

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who built on her earlier promise when second in 18-runner handicap at Exeter (18.5f) 18 days ago, staying on well having conceded first run. Big player back up in trip

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98

9 POLLYONESOCK (IRE) (16) 5

B m Mount Nelson - Kenzie (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Pauline Simpson

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr Stephen Dowling

11 4

Jockey: Alex Edwards

Form: 006U3-

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers and some encouragement completed start over hurdles but will probably be of more interest in handicaps for all that this is a weakish race Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

10

SINURITA (IRE) (116)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Hard To Please (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Lynne Maclennan

Trainer: Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

Breeder: Mr Brendan Nolan

7 11 4

Jockey: Luca Morgan

Form: 3//6P-

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Third of 4 finishers sole start in Irish points in October 2020 Shaped as if badly needing the run when well held in a maiden hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f) on Rules debut in November but ran even worse in a first-time tongue strap at Huntingdon subsequently. Lots to prove. Had breathing op. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

11

TRICKALIGHT (IRE) (42)

B m Leading Light (IRE) - Horner Mill (IRE)

Owner: Knowle Racing Stables Limited

Trainer: Deborah Cole, Solihull

Breeder: Miriam & John Murphy

7 11 4

Jockey: Chris Ward (3)

Form: 1/63/0PP-

Sponsor:Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful between the flags in April 2021 but hurdles form is modest at best and she has been pulled up last 2 outings. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 80

12 PENNSYLVANIE

B f Kayf Tara - Plaisir d’Amour (FR)

Owner: Racehorse Ownership Club

Trainer: Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Breeder: Mme Lisa Lemiere Dubois

(FR) (24)

4 10 10

Jockey: Philip Armson (3)

Form: 0445-

Sponsor:Racehorse Ownership Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara filly Dam fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (15f-21f winner, stayed 3m). Fair form on 2 of her 3 starts in France but ran a long way below that level on his British/yard debut at Chepstow. Significantly up in trip Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 102

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 10.

Stewards Note:

MISS PEARL: Following its run on 25/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Betting Forecast:

2-1 Ooh Betty (IRE), 10-3 Manimole (GB), 11-2 Ambush Annie (IRE), 7-1 Oneway Express (IRE), 12-1 Pollyonesock (IRE), 25-1 Pennsylvanie (FR), 28-1 Love Bite (IRE), 33-1 After Midnight (GB), 80-1 Trickalight (IRE), 100-1 Miss Pearl (IRE), Sinurita (IRE), 150-1 Black Sam Vicki (GB)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

OOH BETTY caught the eye keeping on well when runner-up in a big-field handicap at Exeter 18 days ago and she’s worth supporting to go one better on the back of that encouraging display, especially with chief form rival Manimole having stamina doubts over this longer trip Ambush Annie was runner-up on both her starts in Irish points, so warrants respect with Harry Cobden an interesting jockey booking.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.OOH BETTY (IRE) 2.MANIMOLE 3.AMBUSH ANNIE (IRE)

THERESULT

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THIRD RACE 5.55

THE WHITE HALL FLAGSTONES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 174yds) for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 3rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb WHITE HALL FLAGSTONES have kindly 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 20 entries at £30 - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

1 ZAFAR (GER) (17)

B g Kamsin (GER) - Zambuka (FR)

Owner: Mrs Sian McCain

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Gestut Hachtsee

8 12 0

Jockey: Peter Kavanagh (5)

Form: 24/6300-

Sponsor:Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has failed to land a blow both starts at around 2 1/2m since returning from 9 weeks off in February but there were nevertheless positives to take from those efforts. Now 11lb below his last winning mark and could have a part to play back up in trip Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100

2 BRIGHT SUNBIRD (IRE) (160)

B m Milan - Mrs Marples (IRE)

Owner: M Hammond, Moorland Racing & J Menzies

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: J. F. Mernagh

8 11 11

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 154650-

Sponsor:Walling & Landscape Gardeners, Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden in Ireland but it didn’t take her long to come good for new yard, winning a Uttoxeter handicap and Cartmel novice last summer. Form nosedived thereafter, though, and she’s essentially opposable.

3 LET’S GO AMIGO

(IRE) (65)

B g Getaway (GER) - You Should Know Me (IRE)

Owner: Going Places

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Liam O’Regan

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 97

5 11 9

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 52004P-

Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who appeared to take a step in the right direction when fourth of 10 on handicap debut at Taunton (19f, good) in February. However, below par in first-time cheekpiece (retained) upped to 25f at Huntingdon last time

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

4 WHENITRAINSITPOURS (IRE) (18) 5

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Zaharath Al Bustan

Owner: The Rebels

Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster

Breeder: Mrs O. O’Leary Lucey

11 8

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 4U0430-

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t really threatened in 5 starts since switched to hurdles but shaped better than the bare result in a first-time tongue strap (on again here) when seventh in an 18-runner Exeter handicap (23.1f, good to soft) recently. Possibilities here if able to build on that.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 94

5 FINE BY HER (GB) (46) 7 11

B m Shirocco (GER) - High Benefit (IRE)

Owner: Mrs J.A. Benson & Miss S.N. Benson

Trainer: Julian Smith, Tirley

Breeder: John R. Hales

4

Jockey: Harry Bannister

Form: 510234-

Sponsor:Mrs Benson & Miss S.N. Benson

TIMEFORM VIEW Did the job well when opening her account at Fakenham (3m, good) last spring and found just one too good back there in January Latest effort wasn’t one of her better ones but she will be a danger to all if bringing her A-game

6 DYNALI (GB) (33)

B g Dansili - Lunar Phase (IRE)

Owner: Moorland Racing

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

7 11 0

Jockey: Charlie Todd

Form: 0/465P4-

Sponsor:Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Nicely treated on his best form but well held for new connections back in this sphere following a break at Fakenham in March. Modest effort on the Flat since and others make more appeal.

7 ROBEAM (IRE) (11)

B g Helmet (AUS) - Secret Flame

Owner: Mr Keith Jones

Trainer: Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley

Breeder: Val & Angela Leeson

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 86

7 10 12

Jockey: Robert Dunne

Form: 030PFP- D

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely struggled since finishing third in a Southwell handicap off 5lb higher in September and it’s best to look elsewhere.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 84

8

ROBYNSON (GB) (24)

B g Kayf Tara - Robyn de Galles (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Christine Graves

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mrs Christine Graves

5 10 6

Jockey: Bridget Andrews

Form: 00050-

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a bumper and no great promise over hurdles so far, the switch to handicap company failing to spark any improvement at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) last month. Now moves up in trip with cheekpieces enlisted.

9 TELLAIRSUE (GER) (18)

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Tiangua

Owner: Mr Bob Wilson

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

Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 78

5 10 5

Jockey: Caoilin Quinn (5)

Form: 000P01-

Sponsor:R. Wilson Contractors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Imposing sort who appeared to benefit from the step up in trip when landing a 4-runner Fontwell handicap (25.8f, good to firm) 18 days ago Nudged up just 3lb and should be thereabouts if able to build on that with cheekpieces refitted.

10

ARGUS (IRE) (20)

B g Rip Van Winkle (IRE) - Steel Princess (IRE)

Owner: Helium Racing Ltd

Trainer: Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Breeder: Grangecon Stud

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

11 10 2

Jockey: Philip Armson (3)

Form: //PP//00P-

Sponsor:Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed nothing in 3 starts over hurdles since returning from a lengthy absence in December but proved that he retains ability when second on the Flat at Kempton last month. Certainly won’t be without a chance if that return to form is translated to this sphere.

11 CHEER’S

DELBOY (IRE) (11)

Ch g Golan (IRE) - Lindy Lou

Owner: Just 4 Fun

Trainer: Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

Breeder: Declan O’Keeffe

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74

10 10 2

Jockey: Lorcan Murtagh

Form: 34646P-

Sponsor:Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better

TIMEFORM VIEW Some decent bits and pieces of form to his name but record stands at 0-20 in this sphere, and needs to find some improvement with blinkers refitted/tongue strap applied here.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 72

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8.

Blinkers worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9.

Stewards Note:

LET’S GO AMIGO: Following its run on 5/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was struck into on its hind.

WHENITRAINSITPOURS: Following its run on 21/4/2023 it was reported that the horse made a mistake at 2nd last hurdle

CHEER’S DELBOY: Following its run on 28/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Tellairsue (GER), 9-2 Zafar (GER), 5-1 Whenitrainsitpours (IRE), 11-2 Fine By Her (GB),

12-1 Let’s Go Amigo (IRE), 14-1 Argus (IRE), 22-1 Robynson (GB), 28-1 Bright Sunbird (IRE), 40-1 Cheer’s Delboy (IRE), 50-1 Robeam (IRE), 66-1 Dynali (GB)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

This drop to 0-100 company could be just the tonic for ZAFAR, who wasn’t disgraced at Bangor recently and he has been given a real chance by the handicapper Whenitrainsitpours is of interest with Harry Cobden booked and he is second choice ahead of Fine By Her and Tellairsue

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ZAFAR (GER) 2.WHENITRAINSITPOURS (IRE) 3.FINE BY HER

THERESULT

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FOURTH RACE 6.25

THE JM CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 125yds) for five yrs old and upwards

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 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. May 7th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb JM CONSTRUCTION have kindly contributed towards the prize money and 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 horses placed 6th, 7th & 8th in this race 12 entries at £40. - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) No Horse Age

1 VALSHEDA (GB) (61)

B g Milan - Candy Creek (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Jill Eynon & Mr Robin Eynon

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

8

Jockey: Dylan Kitts (7)

Form: 21/4P5P-

Sponsor:1Account Ltd

12 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner for Nicky Henderson but remains with little form for current connections and increasingly looks one with problems. Stronger headgear tried.

2 TIDE TIMES (IRE) (31)

Gr g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Lady Wagtail (IRE)

Owner: The DTTW Partnership

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder: Grange Stud

9 12 0

Jockey: Charlie Todd

Form: 021P3P- CD

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fine record here, all 3 of his wins over fences coming at this track (latest in January over C&D). Mark has dipped a little but suspect he’ll need a bit more to strike in this company.

3 COPPERHEAD (GB) (20)

Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - How’s Business

Owner: Mrs G. C. Pritchard

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: R. and J. Micklethwait

9 11 13

Jockey: Freddie Gingell (7)

Form: U54656- D

Sponsor:Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 novice chase winner in early-2020 Hasn’t been the same since a heavy fall in the RSA that term, mistakes and held in handicaps the last twice. Down further in grade here.

4 JET PLANE (IRE) (49)

B g Jet Away - Court Gamble (IRE)

Owner: Norman Lake & Susan Carsberg

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Thistletown Stud

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119

7 11 13

Jockey: Bridget Andrews

Form: P/51P34- C

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Emphatic winner of 25f Hereford handicap chase in November and better than the result the last twice, late jumping errors exaggerating the distance beaten at Wetherby 7 weeks ago. One to note back up in trip.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 119

5 MINELLA BUSTER (IRE) (134) 7 11

Br g Beat Hollow - Itsallaracket (IRE)

Owner: The Pick ‘N’ Mix Partnership

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: M. Phelan

11

Jockey: Joe Anderson (5)

Form: 34/132P-

Sponsor:Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who improved sent chasing last season, scoring on his return at Kempton (3m). Down in grade on first run for 4 months and could figure.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

6 KAKAMORA (GB) (29) 8 11 11

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Roche d’Or

Owner: Tim Syder

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: Mr S. M. Couling

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 3F/6251-

Sponsor:HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who gained his first success in this sphere in 5-runner handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f) 4 weeks ago, forging clear Up 5lb but he ought to be in the shake-up again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

7 BRIANSTORM (IRE) (67) 11 11 7

B g Brian Boru - Coco Moon (IRE)

Owner: David & Carol Shaw

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Aaron Metcalfe

Jockey: Ned Fox (5)

Form: P2/P2P/4-

Sponsor:Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winning hurdler over 2m who hasn’t kicked on over fences, albeit shaping okay after another 11 months off/wind op at Doncaster (3m) 10 weeks ago Needs to build on that and it’s doubtful.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

8

MARETTIMO (IRE) (13) 9 11 1

B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Renowned (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Tracy Turner

Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne Breeder: Lynch Bages

Jockey: Harry Kimber (3)

Form: 1/PP451- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in 3m handicap chase (25/1) here a fortnight ago under this rider, idling a touch in front if anything. Can go well again up 2lb/in trip. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 107

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: MR MAFIA (IRE) 13 12 0 Sean Bowen 16-1 (Martin Keighley) 5 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 6.

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Kakamora (GB), 9-2 Marettimo (IRE), 6-1 Jet Plane (IRE), 15-2 Minella Buster (IRE), 17-2 Tide Times (IRE), 9-1 Copperhead (GB), 12-1 Brianstorm (IRE), 25-1 Valsheda (GB)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

MARETTIMO looked full value for his win here a fortnight ago and is taken to follow up over this slightly longer trip Jet Plane and Minella Buster are a couple of others to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

THERESULT

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

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FIFTH RACE 7.00

THE G.C.RICKARDS LTD HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

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

Total prize fund £15000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb G.C.RICKARDS LTD have kindly contributed towards the prize money and 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 LUDLOW RACE CLUB will pay appearance money of £350 to the horses placed 6th,7th & 8th in this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) No Horse Age st lb

1

CAROLE’S PASS (FR) (18)

B m Authorized (IRE) - Carole’s Spirit

Owner: Charles Auld & Partner

Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket

Breeder: Paul Murphy

5 12 1

Jockey: Patrick Wadge (5)

Form: 311465- D

Sponsor:Class1personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner in France last summer and followed up back from a break at Newbury in November Bounced back from a couple of below par efforts when fifth of 15 in first-time cheekpieces at Ayr (2m, good) recently and she’s a major player off the same mark.

2 FINEST VIEW (GB) (63)

B m Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend

Owner: Pitchall Stud Partnership

Trainer: Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Pitchall Stud

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 126

6 12 0

Jockey: James Martin (7)

Form: 114535- CD

Sponsor:Andy Martin Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 4 on the bounce for Alan King last spring and stepped up on low-key yard debut when third at Taunton (16.5f, good) in February. Seemingly found step up to 19.8f on soft ground too much of a test at Sandown last time and not discounted back down in trip here with a tongue strap added.

3 TAP TAP BOOM

(GB) (45)

Ro g Foxwedge (AUS) - Exclusive Approval (USA)

Owner: Gentech,James,Franklin,Bickmore&Ralph

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: London Thoroughbred Services Ltd

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

9 11 8

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 11U635- CD

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner over fences at Plumpton/Ludlow back in November but not scaled same heights since the turn of the year, safely held back hurdling with cheekpieces enlisted at Bangor last time.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 119

4 SHALLOW RIVER (IRE) (60) 7 11 7

B or Br g Ocovango - Nicola’s Girl (IRE)

Owner: Mick Fitzgerald Racing Club

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Eric Barrett

Jockey: Paddy Brennan

Form: 411/2P4- D

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/novice hurdle winner during 2021/22 campaign and good second to Filey Bay (subsequently placed twice in top handicaps) on return at Wincanton in December. Well below that level both starts since but reproduction of that Wincanton form would put him firmly in the picture. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

5 GALATA BRIDGE (GB) (224) 6

B g Golden Horn - Infallible

Owner: Foxtrot Racing Galata Bridge

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

11 6

Jockey: Charlie Hammond

Form: 4/3146B- D

Sponsor:Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Emphatic winner at Huntingdon last May and acquitted himself well off 12lb higher in a Class 2 Market Rasen handicap next time Rather disappointing final 2 starts of 2022, though, and entitled to come on for this following a 7-month break.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117

6 SOCIALIST AGENDA (GB) (94) 7 11

Ch g Sir Percy - Mercy Pecksniff

Owner: Mr James Fyffe & Mr Scott Fyffe

Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

6

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Form: 10/0260- D

Sponsor:JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a Musselburgh handicap (15.6f, good to soft) off 1lb higher last February and solid second over the same C&D back from a break in December Not in the same form since but will be a threat if subsequent wind op has had the desired effect.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

7 SAMUEL SPADE (GER) (38) 4 11 6

B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Summarily (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Emma Palmer

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: J. De Jong

Jockey: Kielan Woods

Form: 12104- D

Sponsor:Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW No more than a fair handicapper on the Flat but has quickly reached a higher level over hurdles, winning at Kempton and Huntingdon and a good second in a Class 2 event at the latter course in between. However, limitations exposed the last twice and the percentage call is to look elsewhere.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 123

8

KINCARDINE (GB) (28)

B g Kayf Tara - Side Step

Owner: HM The King & HM The Queen

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: The Queen

6 11 5

Jockey: Nico de Boinville

Form: P12/PP1- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up first 2 starts since returning to action in January but combination of the dropping back in trip, wind op and fitting of cheekpieces triggered a return to form when making all at Exeter (16.7f, heavy). Has to enter calculations, for all that more is needed up 4lb here.

9 BOMBYX

(GB) (57)

Ch g Sir Percy - Bombazine (IRE)

Owner: The FOPS

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

8 11 4

Jockey: Aidan Coleman

Form: 13P/2/P- D

Sponsor:Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat for James Fanshawe and made a winning start over hurdles in March 2021. Hasn’t stood much racing since and almost certainly needed the run at Stratford in March, so this run should reveal more.

10 PRIME TIME LADY (GB) (47)

Br m Westerner - Lady Everywhere

Owner: Poplar Cottage Racing Club

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: M. C. and Mrs Yeo

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

6 10 7

Jockey: Alex Edwards

Form: 112P34- D

Sponsor:ADM Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Exuberant sort who was improved when scoring twice over hurdles last May. However, pulled up on return/chase debut in January and equally modest in a handicap hurdle over this C&D last time

11 CABRAKAN (IRE) (32)

B g Divine Prophet (AUS) - Ready’s Legend (USA)

Owner: Honestly Racing

Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster

Breeder: Aquis Farm

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 104

4 10 7

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 21213- D

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the level and notched second success in this sphere when landing a Hereford handicap in February Below par at the same course later that month, though, and recent effort on the Flat was only modest. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

12 LIPA K (IRE) (40) 5 10 6

B g Mamool (IRE) - Triennial (IRE)

Owner: P L Conway & T B P Cottrell Racing

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Mr Liam Mckeogh

Jockey: Conor Ring (3)

Form: 103601- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in Ireland last May and got the job done at the fifth attempt over hurdles when landing a 4-runner handicap at Warwick (2m, heavy). 4lb rise fair enough but has more on his plate this time

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

13 CASI CRUDO (GB) (27) 4 10 5

B g Authorized (IRE) - Adalawa (IRE)

Owner: T Acott, L Cross, Sean Cross, P Johnston

Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

Breeder: M. W. Graff

Jockey: Harry Bannister

Form: 312453-

Sponsor:Winwood Construction UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat for Charlie & Mark Johnston and off the mark over hurdles in juvenile at Market Rasen in December. Matched that level of form when third on handicap bow in this sphere at Southwell (15.8f, soft) and he’s not without hope down 3lb here.

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108

2022: FINEST VIEW 5 11 12 Tom Cannon 6-5 (Alan King) 5 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 8, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

Betting Forecast:

11-2 Carole’s Pass (FR), 6-1 Kincardine (GB), 15-2 Casi Crudo (GB), 9-1 Lipa K (IRE), 11-1 Cabrakan (IRE), 12-1 Shallow River (IRE), Socialist Agenda (GB), 14-1 Finest View (GB), 16-1 Samuel Spade (GER),

18-1 Galata Bridge (GB), 22-1 Prime Time Lady (GB), 25-1 Bombyx (GB), 28-1 Tap Tap Boom (GB)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

The vote goes to CAROLE’S PASS, who returned to form when fifth in a competitive Ayr handicap last month, and with just half-a-dozen starts in this sphere under her belt, she may well have more to offer now back on track. The one at the bottom of the weights, Casi Crudo, should have a part to play, while Exeter-winner Kincardine and Finest View are others to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CAROLE’S PASS (FR) 2.CASI CRUDO 3.KINCARDINE

SIXTH RACE 7.30

THE BEHIND BARS LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

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

Total prize fund £9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 3rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb BEHIND BARS LTD have kindly 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 15 entries at £30 - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

1 ELMOUNT (IRE) (30) 7 12 1

B g Yeats (IRE) - Maltesse (IRE)

Owner: Mr Bill Hawkins

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: James Hennessy

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 536132- D

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish import who struck at the third time of asking for new connections when making all in 2m Catterick handicap chase in February Didn’t do much wrong when hitting the crossbar at Plumpton (17f, good) last time and should make his presence felt. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 101

2 EXTRAORDINARY MAN (FR) (30) 7 11 13

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: Caoilin Quinn (5)

Form: 4U/524F-

Sponsor:Winvic Construction Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden over hurdles (twice placed during 2021/22) who had yet to be asked for his effort when taking a heavy fall 3 out on third start over fences (and first following a wind op) at Plumpton (17f, good). Needs to raise his game a touch.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

3 FLASH GORCOMBE (GB) (23) 6

B g Alqaahir (USA) - Seem of Gold

Owner: Mr Phill Meaden

Trainer: Robert Walford, Blandford

Breeder: Mr Phill Meaden

11 2

Jockey: Paul O’Brien

Form: 005011- D

Sponsor:Gorcombe Extreme Sports

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed the promise of his chase debut at the second attempt when winning 6-runner Taunton handicap at the end of March. Followed up at Wincanton (15.7f, soft) and a further 6lb rise may not be enough to stop him in his tracks.

4 MILADYGRACE (GB) (50)

B m Universal (IRE) - Milan Athlete (IRE)

Owner: Mrs T. R. Kinsey

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr W. Kinsey

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 88

8 10 13

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Form: U12F12-

Sponsor:FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much over hurdles but has won twice and placed on 3 occasions from 5 completed starts in this sphere. Probably flattered by proximity to the winner when runner-up at Taunton (21.7f, good to soft) last time but drop back in trip/quicker ground here are potentially positive factors. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

5 LETSBE AVENUE (IRE) (62) 8 10 12

B g Lawman (FR) - Aguilas Perla (IRE)

Owner: Mr Christopher John Sprake

Trainer: Keiran Burke, Whitcombe

Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock

Jockey: Harry Kimber (3)

Form: 24/1U2P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly off the mark over jumps for new yard in Taunton handicap chase in December, albeit rather fortunate Added to what is best described as a patchy record when pulled up at Fontwell last time, though, and others make more appeal.

6 ARBENNIG (IRE) (233)

B or Br g Yeats (IRE) - Ultra Light (FR)

Owner: AWR Consultancy, Stacey, Kirk & Fields

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Robert Hennessy

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84

7 10 11

Jockey: Will Featherstone (10)

Form: 2/6146F- D

Sponsor:Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account in 5-runner handicap at Fakenham off 2lb higher last May but safely held both completed starts since, the latest at Plumpton in September (subsequent to which he has had another wind op).

7 ALGHAZAAL (GB) (16)

Ch g Teofilo (IRE) - Tanfidh

Owner: Mr Bill Bailey

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 83

6 10 9

Jockey: Kielan Woods

Form: 00/545P-

Sponsor:Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat but has so far failed to land a meaningful blow over hurdles and was pulled up on recent debut in this sphere at Stratford.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 81

8 ESTATE ITALIANA (USA) (18) 6 10 6

B or Br g Elusive Quality (USA) - Unaccompanied (IRE)

Owner: Team Dunn

Trainer: Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Breeder: Moyglare Stud

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 0U4154- CD

Sponsor:Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Raised his game when getting off the mark over C&D in February but not in the same form since and his overall profile is unconvincing. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78

9 BEGOODTOYOURSELF (IRE) (203) 8 10 4

B g Getaway (GER) - Loreley (IRE)

Owner: Blythe Stables LLP

Trainer: Christopher Kellett, Lathom

Breeder: Kenneth Parkhill

Jockey: Charlie Todd

Form: 132024- D

Sponsor:Helicentreuk

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly opened Rules account when landing a 2m Huntingdon handicap chase last summer. Placed on 3 of his 5 subsequent starts and not without each-way hope Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 76

10 MAWLOOD (IRE) (345) 7

B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Kalaatah (USA)

Owner: Ms G. Howell

Trainer: Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

10 2

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 4540/00-

Sponsor:Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, NDS Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner but failed to progress over fences for Phil Middleton. Well held all 3 starts back hurdling upon joining this yard last spring and opposable returned to the larger obstacles following 11 months off (has undergone a wind op).

11

JOHNNY MAC (IRE) (25)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Killowen Pam (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. Slingsby

Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

Breeder: Patrick O’Riordan

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 73

8 10 2

Jockey: Robert Dunne

Form: 50/0/536-

Sponsor:JMCSurfacingContractors,TreehouseSportingColours

TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced first 2 starts over fences but too free when failing to make an impact at Sedgefield (17f, heavy) last month.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: ELIOS D’OR (FR) 8 11 7 Stan Sheppard 11-2 (Robert Walford) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 10.

Stewards Note:

LETSBE AVENUE: Following its run on 8/3/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

ALGHAZAAL: Following its run on 23/4/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer quicker ground.

Betting Forecast:

15-8 Flash Gorcombe (GB), 6-1 Elmount (IRE), 13-2 Miladygrace (GB), 12-1 Estate Italiana (USA), 14-1 Extraordinary Man (FR), Letsbe Avenue (IRE), Begoodtoyourself (IRE), 18-1 Johnny Mac (IRE), 25-1 Arbennig (IRE), 28-1 Alghazaal (GB), 66-1 Mawlood (IRE)

Race Summary:

The hat-trick beckons for FLASH GORCOMBE, who is clearly going the right way over fences and a 6lb rise for his latest success at Wincanton doesn’t look at all prohibitive. Elmount is second choice ahead of Miladygrace.

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SEVENTH RACE 8.00

THE MUSIC AFTER RACING ON SUNDAY MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for four and five yrs old fillies and mares

Total prize fund £6000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376 for four and five yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, May 3rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30 The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in 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 16 entries at £30 - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60) No Horse Age st lb

1 BETTWYN (GB) (-) 5 11 2

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Kansas City (FR)

Owner: Michael & Lesley Wilkes

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: C. G. and Mrs Johnson

Jockey: Mr James Jeavons (7)

Form:

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy hlf-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Cultram Abbey (stays 27f) Dam French 2 1/4m chase winner who stayed 23f Bred for longer trips. Likely outsider

2 BRAVE JEN (GB) (87)

B m Kayf Tara - Fenney Spring

Owner: Unique Financial Racing Partnership

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: W. P. Jenks

5 11 2

Jockey: Luca Morgan

Form: 46-

Sponsor:Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth on C&D debut in November and far from disgraced in a listed event at Newbury since. One to consider back in shallower waters.

3 FAHA BELLE (IRE) (79)

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Nia (IRE)

Owner: The FOB Racing Partnership 10

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr Matt O’Connor

5 11 2

Jockey: Liam Harrison (3)

Form: 51-

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on second of 2 starts in Irish points (February 19th). Joined a leading yard with a good bumper record Likely type

4 MASSIMA BELLA (GB) (-)

Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Behra (IRE)

Owner: Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 18

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: R. W. Russell

5 11 2

Jockey: Harry Atkins (10)

Form:

Sponsor:FBC Manby Bowdler

-

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy half-sister to numerous winners, including smart hurdler Baradari and useful hurdler/chaser Barizan. Bred to have a future and worth a market check.

Official BHA Rating -

5 PEPITE DE AMOUR (GB) (27) 5 11 2

B m Telescope (IRE) - Pepite de Soleil (FR)

Owner: Mrs T. North

Trainer: Paul Webber, Banbury

Breeder: C. R. Whittaker

Jockey: Ned Fox (5)

Form: 0-

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, last of 11 on Southwell debut 4 weeks ago Can only be watched.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

6 STRONG BELLE (GB) (47) 5 11 2

Gr m Blue Bresil (FR) - Belle Berry (FR)

Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: James & Jean Potter

Jockey: Finn Lambert (5)

Form: 304-

Sponsor:Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising 2 1/4 lengths third in listed bumper at Huntingdon on debut but well below that level in her 2 outings since, beaten 22 1/4 lengths when fourth at Chepstow latterly Majorplayerondebutformbuthardtobeveryconfidentabout. StarRatingHHHHIOfficialBHARating-

7 TRUDIE GLEN (FR) (-) 5 11 2

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Only For Love

Owner: Mr Nick Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks

Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5)

Form:

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil mare. Dam (h117), bumper/2m-2 1/2m hurdle winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/ smart chaser (21f-3 1/4m winner) Eva’s Oskar Noteworthy newcomer Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

8

APACHE PRINCESS (GB) (-) 4 10 10

B f Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Apache Glory (USA)

Owner: Mr J. T. Stimpson

Trainer: John Stimpson, Newcastle-under-Lyme

Breeder: Mr J. Stimpson

Jockey: Mr Adam O’Shea (7)

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Fountain of Youth filly Dam 1m-1 1/2m winner Watching brief advised on debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

9 AUNTY CHRISTINE (IRE) (-) 4 10 10

B f Westerner - Chase The Favorite (IRE)

Owner: Ms E. L. Banks

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Breeder: Mr P. Fallon

Jockey: Eddie Edge (10)

Form: Sponsor:GB Helicopters

TIMEFORM VIEW EUR37,000 Westerner filly Closely related to bumper winner Fancy Girl, and half-sister to fair hurdler Gotthenod. Stable has a healthy bumper strike-rate. One to note in the betting. Star

10 MISS APPLEJACK (GB) (123) 4 10 10

Ch f Jack Hobbs - Apple Days

Owner: The Applejacks

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Mrs F. Marriott

Jockey: Bradley Roberts (7)

Form: 0-

Sponsor:Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, eighth of 15 on C&D debut (soft) 123 days ago Best watched unless the betting hints she’s improved in the 4 months since.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

11 PERSIAN WILLOW (GB) (27) 4 10 10

Br f Jack Hobbs - Persian Forest

Owner: Miss K. Croft

Trainer: Ali Stronge, Eastbury

Breeder: Clarendon Farm Ltd

Jockey: Caoilin Quinn (5)

Form: 0-

Sponsor:Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, needed experience (ran in snatches) when 45 lengths seventh of 10 on Southwell debut 27 days ago Needs to have come no a lot.

12 TIME IN THE SUN (IRE) (74) 4 10 10

Ch f Getaway (GER) - Taraval (IRE)

Owner: Sir Francis Brooke Bt.

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Sir F. Brooke

Jockey: Miss Alice Stevens (7)

Form: 0-

Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Some appeal on paper but never involved on her Warwick debut in February.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note:

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

PERSIAN WILLOW: Following its run on 12/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

TIME IN THE SUN: Following its run on 24/2/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Brave Jen (GB), 9-2 Faha Belle (IRE), 5-1 Strong Belle (GB), 11-2 Trudie Glen (FR), 9-1 Aunty Christine (IRE), 18-1 Miss Applejack (GB), 25-1 Massima Bella (GB), 50-1 Pepite de Amour (GB), Apache Princess (GB), Time In The Sun (IRE), 100-1 Bettwyn (GB), Persian Willow (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary: Nicky Henderson’s BRAVE JEN didn’t fare too badly in listed company last time and is perhaps a more solid option than Strong Belle who has taken a couple of backward steps since her very encouraging debut third. Point-recruit Faha Belle and newcomers Trudie Glen and Aunty Christine could also play prominent roles if the market speaks in their favour

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRAVE JEN 2.STRONG BELLE 3.FAHA BELLE (IRE)

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EIGHTH RACE 8.30

THE MUSIC AFTER RACING ON SUNDAY MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for four and five yrs old fillies and mares

Total prize fund £6000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376 for four and five yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, May 3rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30 The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in 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 15 entries at £30 - Closed May 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60) No Horse Age st lb

1 CALL HER CLEVER (IRE) (-) 5 11 2

Gr or Ro m Califet (FR) - Pure Genius (IRE)

Owner: ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Gillian Nevin & Stuart Middleton

Jockey: Philip Armson (3)

Form:

Sponsor:W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW EUR2,200 Califet mare. Dam fair hurdler (21f winner, stayed 3m). Wears hood and tongue strap for debut. Betting should guide

2 CHATTY CHICH (GB) (-)

B m Presenting - Banjaxed Girl

Owner: Chugg, Fowler & Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm

5 11 2

Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5)

Form:

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Presenting mare. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/very smart chaser Le Milos and 2 1/4m bumper winner/useful hurdler Kid Commando Would very much enter the reckoning if the betting vibes are strong. Star

3 HARD AS NAILS (GB) (156)

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cream Cracker

Owner: Ray Treacy and Shaun Staplehurst

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: T. C. Frost

5 11 2

Jockey: Jack Hogan (5)

Form: 35-

Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Third on Warwick debut in November and not disgraced in a Huntingdon listed a month later. Respected back from a break.

4 HEDERA PARK (IRE) (156)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ivy Queen (IRE)

Owner: Mr Daf Jones

Trainer: Debra Hamer, Carmarthen

Breeder: Grange Stud

5 11 2

Jockey: Caoilin Quinn (5)

Form: 034-

-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when twice reaching the frame for Oliver Signy at the end of 2022. Reappears for a new stable

5 MIGHT DO EMERY (GB) (31)

B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Materiality

Owner: Moorland Racing

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

5 11 2

Jockey: Miss Jess Stewart (7)

Form: 5-

TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced sole start in point bumpers and likely outsider on Rules debut.

6 MOON LADY (GB) (89)

B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Lady Beaufort

Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: James & Jean Potter

5 11 2

Jockey: Luca Morgan

Form: 0-

Sponsor:Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW 13/2, eighth of 16 on Huntingdon debut (good to soft) in February In top hands and a potential improver on second start.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 AFTER MANY DAYS (GB) (-) 4

Ch f Getaway (GER) - Last of Her Line

Owner: Mrs L Nixon

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: T. F. F. Nixon

10 10

Jockey: Miss Alice Stevens (7)

Form:

Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway filly Closely related to temperamental/smart chaser Fortescue, and half-sister to 3 winners, including useful hurdler Blenkinsop. Bred for longer trips but still worth a betting check.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

8

MARMALADE TIME (GB) (-)

Ch f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Madame Bleue

Owner: Mr Philip Rowley

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mr & Mrs P. Rowley

4 10 10

Jockey: Mr Murray Dodd (7)

Form:

Sponsor:ADM Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy filly. Half-sister to fair hurdler/chase winner Dash of Blue. Dam unraced sister to bumper winner/useful hurdler (2m/17f winner) Knight In Purple

9 MARY (IRE) (19)

B f Yeats (IRE) - Maryann (IRE)

Owner: Eventmasters Racing

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder: Mr Charles Walsh

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 10 10

Jockey: Daire McConville (7)

Form: 23-

Sponsor:Eventmasters Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Yeats filly who has shown plenty of promise when placed at Warwick and Cheltenham this spring. Sets the standard for the rest to aim at

10 MILAN CYCLONE (GB) (19)

B f Milan - Cyclone’s Sister (IRE)

Owner: Mr Tom Weston

Trainer: Tom Weston, Hindlip

Breeder: Tom Weston

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

4 10 10

Jockey: Mr James Jeavons (7)

Form: R0-

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, down the field on her Cheltenham debut last month, with the reopposing Mary well ahead in third.

11 PEARL’S LEGACY (GB) (47)

B f Dartmouth - Any Pearl

Owner: Mr Brian Eckley

Trainer: Brian Eckley, Brecon

Breeder: Shade Oak Stud

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

4 10 10

Jockey: Charlie Price (3)

Form: 0-

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, seventh of 10 in bumper at Chepstow (soft) on debut 47 days ago.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

12 TOUR OVALIE (FR) (45) 4 10 10

B f Kamsin (GER) - Tour Ambition (FR)

Owner: Aircraft Tool Hire Ltd

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Mr Andre Duboe

Jockey: Isabel Williams (3)

Form: 4-

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, but showed promise amidst inexperience when fourth of 19 on Newbury debut (soft) 45 days ago Open to improvement.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1.

Stewards Note:

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

2022: (See Div 1)

MILAN CYCLONE: Following its run on 20/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Mary (IRE), 9-2 Hard As Nails (GB), 7-1 Chatty Chich (GB), 9-1 Tour Ovalie (FR), 10-1 Moon Lady (GB), 11-1 Hedera Park (IRE), 16-1 Call Her Clever (IRE), 18-1 After Many Days (GB), 28-1 Marmalade Time (GB), 80-1 Might Do Emery (GB), 150-1 Milan Cyclone (GB), Pearl’s Legacy (GB)

Race Summary:

MARY has achieved enough in her 2 outings this spring to think she can win a race of this nature and is the one to beat. Tour Ovalie shaped quite well in a big-field event at Newbury on debut and should have more to offer so she’s second choice ahead of Fergal O’Brien’s Hard As Nails. Chatty Chich is a newcomer to monitor in the betting.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MARY (IRE) 2.TOUR OVALIE (FR) 3.HARD AS NAILS

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AFTERNOON RACING

TUESDAY 9TH MAY 2023

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

PATRON

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

STEWARDS

Greg Pearson (Chief Steward)

Roger Bellamy (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Thomas Evetts, Tracey Hamilton, Louise Neale

STARTERS

Sophia Upton

Lee Jones

JUDGE

Emily Jones

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Chris Hill

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Melanie Sheppard

Martin Knight

Mel Baker

VETERINARY OFFICER

Kate Maxwell

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Graham Cook SRMO

Dr Chris Reese RMO

Dr Chris Reynolds 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

NURSES

Gilly Ford

Karen Blackwood

CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE

Viscount Boyne

COMMENTATOR

Mark Slater

BETTING RING MANAGER

Kevin Evans

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

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CONDITIONS OF ENTRY AT ALL BRITISH RACECOURSES

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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:

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

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“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

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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.

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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.

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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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