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REA VALLEY TRACTORS FARMERS DAY Welcome to Ludlow Races for the first Farmers Day we have hosted here on course. The rain continues causing numerous raceday cancellations around the country, hence we have an eight race day card to try and catch up some lost races. Many thanks to Rea Valley Tractors for being our main sponsor. Rea Valley Tractors is a trusted tractor and agricultural equipment dealer for New Holland, JCB and Kuhn Farm Machinery with seven branches covering Shropshire, Staffordshire, Lancashire, Cheshire, Mid & North Wales. Head over to the Fairway Green where they have their stand. You will also find Brassington Agri exhibiting over there too. Thanks also goes to the NFU Mutual, A.R.A., Andy Parker Family, Templar Medical and Ozzies Done All the Courses for their sponsorship. I would also like to welcome Jules Hudson to Ludlow, who will be talking in the Windsor Marquee regarding country matters and a big thanks to the Ludlow Hunt in parading their hounds prior to racing. Please do go and explore the shopping stalls we have in the Windsor Marquee today too. It is so important to keep marketing racings’ close connection to the countryside and to maintain that close bond. We intend to make the Farmers Day an annual Day in our season. I hope you have a good days racing and see you all back on the 27th November.

Best Wishes, Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)

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TRACKFACTS 2m5f110y H Hurdle Course

2m4f C

3m H

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open ditch

3m C open ditch

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A right-handed oval shaped course one and a half miles in circumference, 2m C 3m3f C 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. 2m H

3m2f110y H

TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS: F O’BRIEN (28 wins from 138 runners, 20%) runs CALL ME TARA (12.15), LILTING VERSE (2.00), MARIA’S FLAME (4.20). N HENDERSON (22 wins from 106 runners, 21%) runs THE BOMBER LISTON (12.15), BETWEEN WATERS (2.00), CHOCCABLOC (3.10). P HOBBS & J WHITE (21 wins from 94 runners, 22%) runs LANGLEY HUNDRED (3.45).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: P NICHOLLS (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs TOOTHLESS (12.15), WASHINGTON (1.25), FLORENCETHEMACHINE (2.00). F O’BRIEN (5 wins from 36 runners, 14%) runners listed above. E LAVELLE (5 wins from 23 runners, 22%) runs TIGHTENOURBELTS (1.25).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2018-2023) WITH RIDES: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (21 wins from 144 rides, 15%) rides: JUBILEE EXPRESS (1.25), STRONG BELLE (2.00), BRETNEY (3.45), GORE POINT (4.20). RICHARD PATRICK (8 wins from 72 rides, 11%) rides: EMMA HAMILTON (2.00). BEN JONES (7 wins from 49 rides, 14%) rides: MAWADA (12.50), GAME COLOURS (2.00).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (7 wins from 36 rides, 19%) rides listed above. THOMAS BELLAMY (4 wins from 22 rides, 18%) rides: STAR TURN (12.50), TIGHTENOURBELTS (1.25), GIRLS IN SKIRTS (2.00), THE DOYEN CHIEF (3.10), LIGHTNING FLASH (4.20). RICHARD PATRICK (4 wins from 20 rides, 20%) rides listed above.

WEIGHTWATCHER The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.45 Tide Times (won off 122 down 7lb to 115).

FANCY THAT A KING won the 12.50 race in 2015, 2018 and 2019. The stable is represented by Star Turn in the race today. D PIPE won the 12.50 race in 2014 and 2022. The stable is represented by Stray Bullet in the race today.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 7th November

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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.

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.

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 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

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15 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. Star Rating Official BHA Rating 130 9

1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks 13. Details of horse’s previous performances: that the Jockey will be wearing Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / 2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth denotes new season - denotes new year 3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding C - The horse has won on this racecourse (followed by Sire and Dam) Br - Brown h - horse D - The horse has won over this distance Ch - Chesnut c - Colt Gr - Grey f - filly Ro - Roan CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance m - mare BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run 4. Horse’s name 14. A guide to the horse’s recentform and star rating. 5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain Each horse has been given a star rating, these are 6. Number of day’s since horse last ran defined below: 7. Age of horse Selected to win the race. 8. Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds Good chance of being placed. 9. Owner’s Name(s) By no means out of the reckoning but at 10. Breeder least one or two hold stronger claims. 11. Sponsor Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. 12. Trainer’s Name and location of training Can be given little or no chance. establishment 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 12.15

THE MICHAEL OLIVER MEMORIAL AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)

for three 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 three 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. November 7th. Penalties, after October 28th, 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 FAMILY OF THE LATE MICHAEL OLIVER have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. THE AMATEUR JOCKEYS ASSOCIATION will also make a presentation to the winning rider 22 entries, at £40. - Closed November 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4317; Second £2159; Third £1079; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £4967) No Horse

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1 FRONT VIEW (FR) (27)

2 MIDNIGHTREFLECTION (GB) (9)

3 TOOTHLESS (FR) (17)

4 RAMO (FR) (200)

5 ART APPROVAL (FR) (318)

6 THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) (32)

7 CALL ME TARA (GB) (67)

Gr g Konig Turf (GER) - Tumavue (FR) Jockey: Mr A J O’Neill (5) Form: U0//00U-0 Owner: Mr John P. McManus Sponsor: Wasdell Group Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: M. L. Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser in Ireland for Joseph O’Brien in 2020/21. In touch when unseated rider 3 out in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (16f, soft) in March and he’s entitled to come forward from last month’s reappearance run at Chepstow. Could be worth chancing up in trip. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122 B m Midnight Legend - Hymn To Love (FR) Jockey: Mr Charlie Case (7) D Form: 21305-U Owner: Case Racing Partnership & Anita J Lush Sponsor: David Andrews Construction Limited Trainer: Ben Case, Banbury Breeder: Mrs C. J. C. Bailey TIMEFORM VIEW Registered a fourth career success at Doncaster (24.4f) in February and not disgraced on 2 of her 3 starts thereafter last term. Unseated rider at start on return at Chepstow 9 days ago but she’s not out of things judged on pick of last season’s form. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121 B g Authorized (IRE) - Sandside (FR) Jockey: Miss Olive Nicholls (5) Form: 5/141P-0 Owner: Mr Colm Donlon Sponsor: Morson Group Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras de La Haie Neuve Et al TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m hurdles winner early in 2023 but pulled up at Newbury final start and he finished well held once more on return/following wind op at Plumpton (15.9f) last month. This should reveal more upped significantly in trip. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118 B g Kapgarde (FR) - Djeville (FR) Jockey: Miss Lucy Turner Form: 333112Owner: C B Compton & L Di Franco Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Mr Gildas Blain & Mrs Estelle Blain TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for step up to staying trips last term, winning handicaps at Plumpton/Newton Abbot and unlucky not to complete the hat-trick when runner-up at first-named venue on final outing. Remains one to be interested in back from 6 months off. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 118 B g Authorized (IRE) - Rock Art (IRE) Jockey: Mr Zac Baker Owner: Mr Rupert Lowe Form: 0/03320- D Sponsor: Data-Path Ons Limited, Premier Performance Trainer: Ralph Smith, Hungerford Breeder: Mr Charles Green TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who matched that level without getting his head in front over fences during second half of last season. Switched yards ahead of return and worth noting he’s now operating 2lb below last winning mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118 B g Yeats (IRE) - True Britannia Jockey: Miss Lily Jones (7) BF Owner: Mr John P. McManus Form: 26-U554 Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Mrs Una Sinnott TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who didn’t convince in trio of starts over fences earlier this year and he was again some way below his best over hurdles when fourth of 5 in handicap at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 32 days ago. Ease back down in trip may help here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115 B m Kayf Tara - Call Me Emma (IRE) Jockey: Mr Shaun Greene (7) BF Owner: Upthorpe Racing Form: 213-F13 Sponsor: Bresbet Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Upthorpe Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Positive profile over hurdles, gaining third career success in 4-runner mares’ handicap at Uttoxeter (20f, heavy) in July. Not in same form at Worcester in September but she returns from 2 months off with her yard amongst the winners. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

8 MAHLER MOON (IRE) (36)

9 ESPERTI (IRE) (72)

10 REGAL RENAISSANCE (GB) (29)

11 STATE OF BLISS (IRE) (79)

12 FENNEY BROOK (GB) (23)

B g Mahler - Celestial Spirit (IRE) Jockey: Miss Heidi Palin (5) Form: 5055-5 Owner: Mr & Mrs Gordon Pink Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Miss Lillian Barry & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in bumpers but not without promise in novice/maiden hurdles and likely he’ll come on for last month’s reappearance run at Bangor/following a wind op. Tongue tie refitted for handicap debut and worth monitoring closely in the betting for clues. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106 B g Presenting - Elsie (IRE) Jockey: Mr James King Form: 33-600P Owner: Toni & Dai Trainer: David Rees, Haverfordwest Breeder: Ms Helga Moore TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler in Ireland for Peter Fahey but he has failed to fire in 4 outings for his yard, beaten quickly when pulled up at Worcester (20f) in August. Hard to warm to back from 72 days off. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 105 B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Aisance (FR) Jockey: Mr Archie Samuel Jones (7) CD Form: 6161-02 Owner: Ludlow Racing Partnership Sponsor: Perott Properties Ltd Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh TIMEFORM VIEW Emphatically doubled her tally over C&D in April and, back from 5 months off, produced a solid comeback effort when second in 4-runner handicap here 4 weeks ago. Remains lightly raced and stable landed this race 12 months ago. Worthy of respect. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105 B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Crystal Valkyrie (IRE) Jockey: Ms Laura Ward (7) Form: 5-32156 Owner: The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Trainer: Neil King, Burderop Breeder: C. O. P. Hanbury TIMEFORM VIEW Won at fourth time of asking over hurdles in 4-runner Fakenham maiden in June but hasn’t replicated that in pair of Worcester handicaps subsequently. Steps up in trip on the back of a break now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 B m Sulamani (IRE) - Fenney Spring Jockey: Miss Carys Morris (7) CD Form: 21-P601 Owner: Mike Harris Racing Club Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Katy Price, Llanigon Breeder: W. P. Jenks TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time winner (twice over C&D) for Henry Daly during 2022. Below best first 3 starts this term but made it first time lucky having been picked up cheaply by new yard at Hereford (19.6f) 23 days ago, keeping on well. This rates tougher, however. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: BLENKINSOP 5 10 7 Miss Alice Stevens 5-2 (Henry Daly) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 8, 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6. Betting Forecast: 9-2 Ramo (FR), 6-1 Regal Renaissance (GB), 7-1 Call Me Tara (GB), 10-1 Toothless (FR), The Bomber Liston (IRE), Fenney Brook (GB), 12-1 Mahler Moon (IRE), 14-1 Front View (FR), Midnightreflection (GB), Art Approval (FR), 22-1 State of Bliss (IRE), 40-1 Esperti (IRE) Race Summary: A competitive opener and with that in mind it may pay to take a chance on top weight FRONT VIEW. His recent record is patchy but he ought to strip fitter for last month’s reappearance run at Chepstow PLAY SMARTER and he’s lurking on a very dangerous mark judged on the pick of his form in Ireland. Ramo was progressing well when last seen and he’s feared, along with Regal Renaissance and Call Me Tara. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FRONT VIEW (FR) 2.RAMO (FR) 3.REGAL RENAISSANCE

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Michael Oliver is best remembered for his success in training West Tip to win the 1986 Grand National. He also trained Master H to win 18 of his 29 races and be placed 3rd in the 1978 Gold Cup. Ludlow was one of his favourite and most successful racecourses. He retired from training in 1991 but remained closely involved, buying and selling a large number of National Hunt horses right up to his death in 2020.

FIRST RACE

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SECOND RACE 12.50

THE REA VALLEY TRACTORS JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for juvenile three yrs old Total prize fund £9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, November 3rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 7th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. REA TRACTORS have kindly supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £40. - Closed November 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) No Horse st lb

1 BALBOA (GB) (26)

2 BOOK OF TALES (GB) (54)

B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Reachforthestars (IRE) Jockey: Harry Reed D Form: 321 Owner: Mrs Kate Kenyon Sponsor: Bresbet Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster Breeder: Elwick Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat who got off the mark at third time of asking over hurdles when taking 7-runner juvenile at Chepstow (2m, heavy) 26 days ago. Likely has more to offer in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110 B g Ribchester (IRE) - Dream Book Jockey: Lilly Pinchin (3) Form: 1 Owner: Stratford Racecourse 4 Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Breeder: Godolphin TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner (for Charlie Johnston) who made a successful start over hurdles at Fontwell in August. Poor run back on the level since but he remains with the potential for better in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

3 FANTASTIC ARTIST (IRE) (78)

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Fantastic Account Owner: Friends Of Castle Piece Trainer: Ali Stronge, Eastbury Breeder: Flor Ryan

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat so doesn’t strike as an obvious one to make a winning start over hurdles. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 PIVOTAL SKY (GB) (-)

B g Falco (USA) - Koben Sky Owner: Mr S. Rushworth Trainer: Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater Breeder: Elusive Bloodstock & R. W. Russell

Jockey: Lorcan Murtagh Form: Sponsor: Gmr Couriers Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Falco gelding. Dam, ran once in bumper/on Flat, sister to bumper winner/useful 2m hurdler Santia. Has cheekpieces ﬁtted for debut. A watching brief is advised. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5 RIGHT NOW (IRE) (25)

B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE) Jockey: Sean Houlihan Owner: Oaktree Racing Club Form: 6 Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: John O’Connor TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat. Dropped away between the last 2 to ﬁnish sixth on his Cork hurdle debut (ﬁnal start for Joseph O’Brien) but his Flat ability suggests he should be capable of better in this sphere. New yard acquired him for 10,000 gns last month. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 SAO TIMOTHY (IRE) (13)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Starbright (IRE) Owner: M Duthie & T Moynihan Trainer: Robert Stephens, Caldicot Breeder: Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on Flat but has shown some promise in low-grade AW handicaps in recent weeks. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating Hurdle debut.

7 STAR TURN (GB) (33)

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Thousandkissesdeep (IRE) Owner: Coupland, Farrell, Gemmell, Marsh Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Mrs D. Camacho

Jockey: Tom Bellamy Form: Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW From a yard which does well in these events but he’s looked limited in his 5 Flat starts. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

www.ludlowracecourse.co.uk | 8 STRAY BULLET (FR) (11)

Gr g Johnny Barnes (IRE) - Dinka (FR) Owner: Gillards Transport Ltd & John White Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington Breeder: M. Frederic Bragato & Mme Soraya Djerbou

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Jockey: David Noonan Form: P0 Sponsor: W & S Recycling

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TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Barrua. Fair winner on Flat in France but well held on his completed start over hurdles for this yard last month. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

Jockey: James Best Form: 0 Sponsor: Jmc Surfacing Contractors, Treehouse Sporting Colours

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form on Flat in Ireland and down the ﬁeld on her C&D hurdle debut 29 days ago. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

10 MAWADA (IRE) (24)

B f Iffraaj - Shaaqaaf (IRE) Owner: Mr Brian Davies Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Jockey: Ben Jones Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 7.5f) for Richard Fahey. Her stamina perhaps isn’t assured now hurdling but she does start out in an ordinary race. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

11 SAISISSANTE (IRE) (98)

B f Pedro The Great (USA) - Glittering Star (FR) Jockey: James Davies Form: 0 Owner: Noel Williams Racing - Saisissante Sponsor: Noel Williams Racing Limited Trainer: Noel Williams, Blewbury Breeder: Nearco Producciones S.L. TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner at up to 1 1/4m in France. Well held in a Newmarket handicap and Stratford juvenile hurdle since joining this yard but could be dangerous if the refitting of a blinkers/tongue tie combination she wore to good effect in France sparks her back to life. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: BORNTOBEALEADER (IRE) 3 10 11 Fergus Gillard 5-2 (David Pipe) 8 ran Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8. Betting Forecast: 9-4 Book of Tales (GB), 11-4 Balboa (GB), 7-1 Right Now (IRE), 15-2 Saisissante (IRE), 14-1 Star Turn (GB), 22-1 Stray Bullet (FR), Mawada (IRE), 25-1 Sao Timothy (IRE), 66-1 All Blues (IRE), 80-1 Pivotal Sky (GB), 100-1 Fantastic Artist (IRE) Race Summary: This may develop into a fight between previous hurdle winners BOOK OF TALES and Balboa, with a narrow vote going to the former. It’s possible the refitting of a PLAY SMARTER headgear combination she wore to good effect on the Flat in France could see Saisissante leave her hurdle debut effort well behind so she’s next on the list. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOOK OF TALES 2.BALBOA 3.SAISISSANTE (IRE)

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SECOND RACE

9 ALL BLUES (IRE) (29)

B f Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Mood Indigo (IRE) Owner: Rees & Partners Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

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THIRD RACE 1.25

THE LUDLOW RACECOURSE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)

for novice four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £12000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504 and the fourth £753. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 7th. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. LRC will judge the best turned out horse and a momento will be presented to the winning connections. 22 entries, at £55. - Closed November 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. No Horse Age st lb

1 TIGHTENOURBELTS (IRE) (231)

2 JUBILEE EXPRESS (FR) (196)

3 WASHINGTON (GB) (180)

B g Mahler - Miss McGoldrick (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy C Form: 3/4221Owner: Salvo & Alex Giannini, A Gemmell Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Breeder: Mr John Connolly TIMEFORM VIEW Mahler gelding who made a solid start over hurdles and completed an easy task to open his account in a novice at this course 7 months ago. Type to take well to chasing and makes most appeal. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 124 B g No Risk At All (FR) - Bella Lawena (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 501/220- D Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff Breeder: E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning hurdling bow in Hereford novice in March last year and improved on next two starts. Bit disappointing on ﬁnal outing but switched to chasing for return with his stable going well. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122 Br g Westerner - Present Leader Jockey: Bryony Frost Form: 3/5P23-0 Owner: Syders & Burkes Sponsor: Morson Group Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Jeremy MacTaggart TIMEFORM VIEW Dual-novice hurdle winner for Olly Murphy and ended last season in reasonable form. Has the physique for chasing and looks a big player on debut for top yard after a wind op. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122

4 LLANDINABO LAD (GB) (25)

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Hot Rhythm Owner: Celia & Michael Baker Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland Breeder: Mr P. P. Symonds

Jockey: David Noonan Form: 42254-4 Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler. Not quite so good over fences but should strip ﬁtter for his return at Ffos Las in October. Not dismissed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

5 INISHBIGGLE (IRE) (29)

B g Asian Heights - Leahs Joy (IRE) Owner: You Can Be Sure Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Breeder: Denis O’Herlihy

Jockey: Kevin Brogan D Form: P-F3P23 Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner over hurdles who has run with credit over fences on three of his last four starts. Looks vulnerable to less-exposed sorts in this, however. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

6 THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR (GB) (233) 7

B g Dunaden (FR) - Cloudy Spirit Owner: Mrs Norma Harris Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mrs Norma Harris

Jockey: Jay Tidball (5) C Form: 563613Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Ludlow in March before good third of 4 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (18.6f, heavy) 7 months ago. Should take to chasing, so not dismissed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

7 VAL DANCER (IRE) (198)

B g Valirann (FR) - Katies Dancer (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Deutsch D Owner: The Val Dancers Form: 515446Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Charles Persse TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a bumper and made second hurdles start a winning one at Bangor (19.6f. heavy) last November. Didn’t ﬁre subsequently but a break/switch to chasing (ex-pointer) could help. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Betting Forecast: 9-4 Tightenourbelts (IRE), 4-1 Washington (GB), 5-1 Jubilee Express (FR), 7-1 Llandinabo Lad (GB), 17-2 Thankyourluckystar (GB), 12-1 Inishbiggle (IRE), 25-1 Val Dancer (IRE) Race Summary: An interesting novices’ handicap chase that could be dominated by chasing debutantes, with TIGHTENOURBELTS looking the pick of them given his pointing background. PLAY SMARTER Washington is one to note on debut for Paul Nicholls and Jubilee Express is considered with his stable in such good order. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIGHTENOURBELTS (IRE) 2.WASHINGTON 3.JUBILEE EXPRESS (FR)

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THIRD RACE

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FOURTH RACE 2.00

THE ANDY PARKER MEMORIAL MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)

for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares Total prize fund £9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, November 3rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 7th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 2lb; 4-y-o 11st 5lb 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb. THE PARKER FAMILLY AND FRIENDS have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 28 entries at £40. - Closed November 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) No Horse Age st lb

1 BETWEEN WATERS (IRE) (264)

2 EMMA HAMILTON (IRE) (173)

3 FLORENCETHEMACHINE (IRE) (27)

4 GAME COLOURS (IRE) (173)

5 HARRYS HOPE (IRE) (200)

6 LILTING VERSE (IRE) (203)

7 LUCKY ROSE (IRE) (195)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Clear Riposte (IRE) Jockey: James Bowen Form: 1/6Owner: Mrs Doreen Tabor Sponsor: Ashford Stud Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Mrs Mary Ahearne TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in points and whilst she failed to meet expectations when midﬁeld in 14-runner Ascot bumper (15.7f) in February she was a shade keen/green then. Entitled to have learned from that and respected on hurdles bow. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating B m Mount Nelson - Boldilocks Jockey: Richard Patrick Form: 4-2 Owner: The Henry Daly Racing Club Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: Simon Walford TIMEFORM VIEW Mount Nelson mare who built on her bumper debut effort when second of 9 at Bangor (16.6f) in May, settling better granted a more strongly-run race. Longer trip promises to suit now hurdling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B m Malinas (GER) - Present Attraction (IRE) Jockey: Bryony Frost Form: 1-2 Owner: John White & Anne Underhill Sponsor: Morson Group Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Rathbarry Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Malinas mare. Successful on sole outing in Irish points in March and shaped much better than distance beaten suggests when second in 13-runner mares’ novice hurdle at Chepstow (19.5f) 4 weeks ago. Looks sure to progress and worth considering. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating B m Shantou (USA) - Islandbane (IRE) Jockey: Ben Jones Form: 4-U2 Owner: Baker, Cartwright & Langford Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Ben Clarke, Beaminster Breeder: C. J. Foy TIMEFORM VIEW €5,000 3-y-o, Shantou mare. Half-sister to sprint winner Show Approval. Made frame both completed starts in Irish points, runner-up latest (May 20). Tongue strap on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating Ch m Quest For Peace (IRE) - Hy Kate (IRE) Jockey: Luca Morgan Owner: The JP Girls Form: P51Sponsor: Fitzdares Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Breeder: Harry Curtis TIMEFORM VIEW £22,000 5-y-o, Quest For Peace mare. Sister to fair 23f chase winner The Boola Boss, and half-sister to fair chaser The Boola Bee, stayed 3 1/4m. Dam ran once in bumper/over hurdles. Off mark in Irish points at third attempt (Apr 23). Market should guide. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B m Yeats (IRE) - Sorcillera Jockey: Connor Brace Owner: Baker, Burford, Haynes & Plumb Form: 32/3410Sponsor: Bresbet Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Gregg Stafford TIMEFORM VIEW Listed bumper winner last winter. Well beaten in a listed mares’ novice on her Cheltenham hurdle debut in April but she should be capable of better with her sights lowered. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Shantou Rose (IRE) Jockey: James Davies Owner: Austin, June & Jonny Allison Form: 244Sponsor: Noel Williams Racing Limited Trainer: Noel Williams, Blewbury Breeder: Mrs Deborah Hobson TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier Of Fortune mare. Fair form on 2 of her 3 starts in bumpers last season, fourth in 14-runner event at Southwell (15.8f) in April. Longer trip promises to suit now attentions switch to hurdling on seasonal bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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B m Westerner - Classic Material Owner: Lady Susan Brooke Trainer: Max Young, Sneads Green Breeder: Patrick Doyle

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TIMEFORM VIEW Promising in Irish points but yet to get anywhere near replicating that over hurdles, again well held at Huntingdon in May. Hood reached for now. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 85

9 STRONG BELLE (GB) (23)

10 THE MIDWIFE (IRE) (202)

11 GIRLS IN SKIRTS (IRE) (229)

Gr m Blue Bresil (FR) - Belle Berry (FR) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 304-62 Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd Sponsor: Potter Group Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: James & Jean Potter TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t kick on in bumpers but she did show some promise when runner-up on hurdles debut at Huntingdon last month, on bridle for longer than winner but collared well inside ﬁnal 1f. Task now is to go the right way from that. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

B f Mahler - Lady On Track (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy Form: 3Owner: Mr Charles Dingwall Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Mr K. Haverty TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 3-y-o, Mahler ﬁlly. Makes appeal on paper and showed ability when third in valuable, big-ﬁeld Newbury bumper (16.3f) on debut back in March. Rates the type to make her mark over hurdles for very good yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

12 LEAN ON ME (IRE) (10)

B f Court Cave (IRE) - Baliya (IRE) Owner: Stuart Edmunds Racing Club Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings Form: P-145 Sponsor: Oakman Group PLC, Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole completed start between the ﬂags, but little short-term promise in 2 quick-ﬁre hurdle runs this autumn. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

13 VIVID PINK (GB) (28)

14 YOUNG AT HEART (IRE) (195)

B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Pink Diamond Jockey: Philip Armson (3) Form: 60-24 Owner: Dr Anne J. F. Gillespie Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Dr A. Gillespie TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort in bumpers when second of 5 at Market Rasen (16.5f) in August and she was given a considerate introduction to hurdling when fourth of 8 in a mares’ maiden at Exeter (16.7f) 4 weeks ago. Handicaps likely to be more her bag. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating Br f Golden Horn - Missunited (IRE) Jockey: David Noonan Owner: Hot To Trot Jumping Form: 30Sponsor: Searls Land Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Breeder: Mrs Vanessa Hutch TIMEFORM VIEW Positive start when third on debut in a Fakenham bumper (2m) in April and may have found the race coming too soon at Southwell later that month. Pedigree an ongoing recommendation and interesting what the market makes of her now hurdling following 6 months off. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: POETIC MUSIC 4 11 4 Paddy Brennan 8-13 (Fergal O’Brien) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4, 6. Hood worn by No. 13. Betting Forecast: 4-1 Florencethemachine (IRE), 9-2 Between Waters (IRE), 13-2 Lilting Verse (IRE), 8-1 Girls In Skirts (IRE), 12-1 Emma Hamilton (IRE), Strong Belle (GB), 18-1 Vivid Pink (GB), 20-1 Lucky Rose (IRE), 22-1 Harrys Hope (IRE), Young At Heart (IRE), 28-1 The Midwife (IRE), 33-1 Game Colours (IRE), 80-1 Lean On Me (IRE), 100-1 Nancy Till (IRE) Race Summary: A winner on her only start in points, FLORENCETHEMACHINE produced a very promising first effort in this sphere when runner-up in a mares’ novice at Chepstow 4 weeks ago and, PLAY SMARTER with improvement expected, she earns the vote to go one place better. Between Waters on hurdles debut and Lilting Verse are others to consider, with Girls In Skirts also worthy of note. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FLORENCETHEMACHINE (IRE) 2.BETWEEN WATERS (IRE) 3.LILTING VERSE (IRE)

FOURTH RACE

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Thespian (IRE) Jockey: Conor Ring (3) Form: 16Owner: Foxhills Racing Limited Sponsor: Grace Harris Racing Trainer: Grace Harris, Shirenewton Breeder: John & Miriam Murphy TIMEFORM VIEW £75,000 5-y-o. Successful sole start in Irish points (Feb 12) but she could only run to a modest level when sixth of 13 in an Exeter bumper (16.7f) on Rules debut in April. Up in trip for hurdles debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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FIFTH RACE 2.35

THE NFU MUTUAL NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 212yds)

for novice 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 3rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 7th. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. THE NFU MUTUAL have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and 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 November 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) No Horse

1 PHOENIX AQUILUS (IRE) (64)

B g Slade Power (IRE) - Permsiri (IRE) Owner: Phoenix Aquilus Partnership Trainer: Seamus Durack, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Mr Michael Kelly

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Jockey: James Bowen Form: 6/2/30P-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful staying handicapper on Flat at best but just a modest maiden over hurdles. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 Makes chase debut.

2 HUNTER LEGEND (FR) (184)

3 CREWS PITCH (GB) (471)

4 GO FOX (GB) (72)

5 TEN PAST MIDNIGHT (GB) (25)

6 FAMOSO (IRE) (16)

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Sience Fiction (FR) Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: 35/445-2 Owner: Gaskins Family Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Herve d’Armaille TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to the yard’s very smart chaser Cepage. Much better effort second start in a handicap when runner-up at Ffos Las ﬁnal start. Drop back in trip not ideal but improvement still possible now switched to fences. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 97 B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Baile Dubh (IRE) Jockey: Lewis Dobb (7) D Form: P52653Owner: Miss J. Short Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: Mr J. McGrath & Miss S. Wilson TIMEFORM VIEW In the frame on both starts in bumpers for J. M. Ridley and went close in a weak maiden on his hurdles/stable debut at Uttoxeter. Back to that level when third on handicap debut at Worcester. Off 15 months. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96 Makes chase debut. First run for yard after leaving Ryan Potter. Ch g Foxwedge (AUS) - Bling Bling (IRE) Jockey: Ms Laura Ward (7) D Form: 11F300 Owner: The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Trainer: Neil King, Burderop Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark when successful at Fakenham in June and followed up at Stratford (17f) 16 days later. Just the one decent effort since but mark is at least easing again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89 B g Midnight Legend - Thornton Alice Jockey: James Best D Owner: Serendipity Syndicate 2006 Form: 0-52346 Sponsor: Fbc Manby Bowdler Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Breeder: Serendipity Syndicate 2006 TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap hurdler. Reached the frame again when fourth of 12 at Plumpton (20.5f). Shaped like a non-stayer stepped back up in trip at Ffos Las (23.9f, good to soft, 9/1) 25 days ago. Back over fences (showed nothing on chase bow 14 months ago). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83 B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE) Jockey: Stan Sheppard Owner: The Evron Experience Form: 2P1525 Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Breeder: Sweetmans Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Finally opened his account (at the 17th time of asking under Rules) in 17f handicap chase at Stratford in August. Good second at same track last month and better than bare result at Exeter since. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81 Shortlist material.

7 LONIMOSS BARELIERE (FR) (45)

B g Palamoss (IRE) - Lonia Blue (FR) Owner: Mr Craig Hayes Trainer: Rob Summers, Solihull Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras de La Bareliere

Jockey: Ben Poste Form: 5-62240

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in back-to-back 2m handicap chases at Uttoxeter in June/July. However, still seeking ﬁrst taste of success and below par last 2 starts. 5lb out of handicap. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 69

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B g Kingston Hill - Gaye West (IRE) Owner: Mrs Beverley Bostock Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch Breeder: Patrick Cronin

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TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer achieved nothing in 3 novice hurdles last season and left behind gradually Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 67 at Kelso on chase bow/return. 7lb out of handicap. DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: PRESUMING ED (IRE) 7 12 0 Lee Edwards 13-2 (Adam West) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Stewards Note: LONIMOSS BARELIERE: Following its run on 25/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was outpaced and made a mistake. Betting Forecast: 11-4 Hunter Legend (FR), 7-2 Famoso (IRE), 13-2 Ten Past Midnight (GB), 15-2 Go Fox (GB), 8-1 Lonimoss Bareliere (FR), 12-1 Crews Pitch (GB), 16-1 Phoenix Aquilus (IRE), 33-1 King of The Hill (IRE) Race Summary: HUNTER LEGEND is bred to make a chaser being a half-brother to the yard’s very smart Cepage, so he can make a winning debut in this sphere despite the drop in PLAY SMARTER trip probably not being ideal. Famoso shaped as if still in form at Exeter and is next best ahead of Go Fox. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HUNTER LEGEND (FR) 2.FAMOSO (IRE) 3.GO FOX

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SIXTH RACE 3.10

THE TEMPLAR MEDICAL ‘INTRODUCTORY’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)

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1 BULLETS HILL (IRE) (229)

2 CHOCCABLOC (GB) (14)

3 GOONHILLY (IRE) (32)

4 THE DOYEN CHIEF (IRE) (217)

5 THE FAMOUS FIVE (FR) (621)

Gr g Kingston Hill - Wednesday Girl (IRE) Jockey: Nick Scholﬁeld Form: 4/110Owner: Forever Gold Syndicate Trainer: Ella Pickard, Minehead Breeder: Terence Leonard TIMEFORM VIEW Imposing sort who looked a strong stayer when making a winning debut for Ella Pickard at Chepstow last October. Followed up at Carlisle next time, but beaten a fair way on ﬁnal start of last season (since undergone a wind op) and opposable starting out over hurdles in what looks a warm race. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Chocca Wocca Jockey: James Bowen Form: 32-12 Owner: J & J Potter Ltd and Kelvin-Hughes Sponsor: Potter Group Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: James & Jean Potter TIMEFORM VIEW Duly landed the odds when opening his account at the third attempt in bumpers last season. Very promising start over hurdles when just touched off over 15.8f here (soft) on return and likely to make a bold bid Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating to go one better now faced with a stiffer test. Ch g Mount Nelson - Holly Baloo (IRE) Jockey: Ciaran Gethings BF Form: 24-3 Owner: Mr William Woodhouse Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Stephanie Hanly TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form in a couple of bumpers and shaped well on return/hurdles debut when third of 11 in a Uttoxeter maiden (2 1/2m, good to soft) last month. Entitled to come on for that and should pick up a race in this sphere before long. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B g Doyen (IRE) - Mandarli (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy Form: F11Owner: Masterson Holdings Limited Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Fintina Kealey & Irene Giles TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in Irish points and maintained unbeaten record with a bit in hand in 9-runner bumper at Hereford in April. This trip will suit and he looks a good hurdles prospect. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating B g Camelot - Palme Royale (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Owner: Mr P. Davies Form: 0/Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Bloodstock Agency Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Camelot gelding who showed fairly useful form in winning twice at up to 1 1/2m on the Flat in France in 2021. Changed hands for €250,000, but offered little on hurdles debut, albeit in Grade 2 company, at Kempton back in February 2022 and he’s been absent since. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 EVERYONESACRITIC (IRE) (202)

B g Hillstar - Loughbricklandrose (IRE) Owner: Mrs Janet Davies Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: Mayne Kidd

Jockey: Isabel Williams Form: 1-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £40,000 after winning his sole start in Irish points during the spring. Interesting to see what the market makes of him ahead of this Rules debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 2022: ITSO FURY (IRE) 5 11 7 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 5-6 (Jonjo O’Neill) 4 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 1. Stewards Note: BULLETS HILL: Following its run on 25/3/2023 it was reported that the horse scoped dirty. THE FAMOUS FIVE: Following its run on 26/2/2022 it was reported that the horse made bad jumping errors. Betting Forecast: 5-4 Choccabloc (GB), 10-3 The Doyen Chief (IRE), 13-2 Goonhilly (IRE), 8-1 The Famous Five (FR), 12-1 Everyonesacritic (IRE), 22-1 Bullets Hill (IRE)

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Race Summary: CHOCCABLOC pulled clear of the rest when narrowly outpointed on his recent hurdles debut at this course and, with this step up in trip likely to help unlock improvement, he will take plenty of stopping. PLAY SMARTER The Doyen Chief did the job well when making a successful start under Rules in a Hereford bumper and he could have a bright future in this sphere, while Goonhilly is best of the rest. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHOCCABLOC 2.THE DOYEN CHIEF (IRE) 3.GOONHILLY (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 3.45

THE OZZIE’S DONE ALL THE COURSES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 125yds)

for four yrs old and upwards 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 7th. Penalties, after October 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. OZZIE has generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and 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 to the horses that ﬁnish 6th, 7th & 8th in this race if qualifying under the terms of the Stakes and Prize Money Code as follows: 6th £350, 7th £350 and 8th £350 19 entries, at £50. - Closed November 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10) No Horse

Age st

1 JAYTEE (GB) (130)

2 TIDE TIMES (IRE) (184)

3 CONCETTO (FR) (9)

4 GRANGE ROAD (IRE) (354)

5 LORD SPARKY (GB) (213)

6 ROBYNDZONE (IRE) (198)

7 LANGLEY HUNDRED (IRE) (180)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Archway Copse Jockey: Jamie Moore D Form: 45-2110 Owner: Mr J. Tredwell Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder: J. Tredwell TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when back-to-back winner of small-ﬁeld events at Southwell in the summer but struggled in a much deeper race at Uttoxeter (26.1f, good) when last seen in early-July. Cheekpieces back on here and fancied to make more of an impact. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120 Gr g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Lady Wagtail (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Todd CD Form: 21P3P-4 Owner: The DTTW Partnership Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder: Grange Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Fine record here, all 3 of his wins over fences coming at this track (latest in January over C&D). Ran below-par here when last seen 6 months ago but returns from a much-reduced mark. Will need to hit the ground running. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115 B g Kapgarde (FR) - Lulu Rouge (FR) Jockey: Henry Brooke BF Form: 01120-P Owner: 5 O’clock Somewhere Partnership Sponsor: Swansway Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Mr Olivier Tricot & Mr Dominique Bressou TIMEFORM VIEW Well held hurdling runs but proved a totally different proposition sent chasing, scoring on handicap debut at Huntingdon before following up at Musselburgh. Made a worrying reappearance but could easily leave it behind reverted to forcing the pace now back right-handed. Cheekpieces on. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115 (-2) B g Oscar (IRE) - Niamh’s Away (IRE) Jockey: Kevin Brogan Form: F32/P45Owner: Deva Racing (GR) Sponsor: Deva Racing Group Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Breeder: Oliver Loughlin TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to kick on from a positive start over hurdles for Paul Nicholls and hasn’t shown much in a couple of starts in this sphere, including on second run for this yard at Uttoxeter 11 months ago. Best watched. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112 Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - Braybrooke Lady (IRE) Jockey: Ciaran Gethings Owner: The On The Bridle Partnership Form: 136122Sponsor: C R Limited, Science Supplements Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard Breeder: Mr Neil Jennings & Mrs Amanda Jennings TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-4 for this stable when making all in a 29f amateur rider’s handicap at Fakenham on New Year’s Day. Finished runner-up on both subsequent starts and he’s worth a second look with blinkers reapplied for this return to action. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109 B g Frammassone (IRE) - Rebecca Susan Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Owner: East India Racing Form: 12//5P12Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Harold Byrne TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when taking 6-runner handicap chase at Hereford (25.2f, good to soft) in April and similar form from 4lb higher when runner-up at Ffos Las (25.3f, good to soft) later that month. Returns 3lb higher and certainly not ruled out. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 107 B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Theregoesthetruth (IRE) Jockey: Elizabeth Gale (10) C Owner: The Englands and Heywoods Form: 11P35-5 Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead Breeder: Pius Collins TIMEFORM VIEW Dual staying handicap hurdle winner last winter who could run no more than respectably in handful of starts thereafter from revised mark. Goes chasing now with yard amongst the winners and the betting may prove best guide here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

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8 ECEPARTI (FR) (9)

12(in 7lb ex)

9 BRETNEY (IRE) (204)

10 HEY BUD (GB) (197)

10 10

B g Enrique - La Pommeraie (FR) Jockey: Ned Fox (5) D Form: 23440-1 Owner: Mrs Sandra Champ Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet & G. Leca TIMEFORM VIEW Ended long losing run when obliterating his rivals from a mark that had fallen into the 90s for the ﬁrst time on return at Chepstow (26.2f, soft) 9 days ago and will be hard to beat if turning up in similar form under Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 97 (+10) a penalty.

B g Milan - Pearl Buttons Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 34P10POwner: Slater Stockwood Nicholson Partnership Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: W. P. Jenks TIMEFORM VIEW Took his form up a notch sporting first-time blinkers when winning North Wales National at Bangor in February. The headgear didn’t work next 2 starts, though, and cheekpieces re-fitted for this return. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103 B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Azione Jockey: James Best Form: 4P6/230Owner: The Ella Pickard Racing Club Trainer: Ella Pickard, Minehead Breeder: Mr M. Brend TIMEFORM VIEW Underwhelming for Laura Hurley in 2021/22 and having got back on track when runner-up on return/ yard debut over fences at Ffos Las last November, his jumping frailties again resurfaced when distant third back there in January. Below form hurdling 6 months ago so looks an easy swerve. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 94 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: TOPOFTHECOTSWOLDS (IRE) 8 12 1 Sam Twiston-Davies 3-1 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 9. Stewards Note: CONCETTO: Following its run on 31/10/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by left-hand track. Betting Forecast: 5-2 Eceparti (FR), 9-2 Robyndzone (IRE), 15-2 Jaytee (GB), 8-1 Concetto (FR), 17-2 Lord Sparky (GB), 16-1 Tide Times (IRE), Langley Hundred (IRE), Bretney (IRE), 33-1 Hey Bud (GB), 50-1 Grange Road (IRE) Race Summary: With Eceparti’s participation in considerable doubt (declared at Chepstow on Wednesday), it could pay to side with his stablemate ROBYNDZONE, who was in good form when last seen in the spring and has PLAY SMARTER gone well fresh in the past. A better showing is anticipated from Concetto going right-handed and with cheekpieces fitted so he heads up the dangers, ahead of Ian Williams’ pair Jaytee and Tide Times. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROBYNDZONE (IRE) 2.CONCETTO (FR) 3.JAYTEE

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THE REA VALLEY TRACTORS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for three yrs old Total prize fund £4500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for three yrs old 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, November 3rd and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 7th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. REA TRACTORS have generously contributed towards the prize money and they will present the BTO award to the lad/lass responsible for the winning horse. 17 entries at £20. - Closed November 3rd, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) No Horse st lb

1 GIDDYUPADINGDONG (IRE) (30)

2 BOBACIOUS (GB) (16)

3 CARVED IN STONE (GB) (-)

Ch g El Kabeir (USA) - Wind Inher Sleeves (USA) Jockey: Bradley Harris (5) Form: 1 Owner: Mr G. Wells Sponsor: Bresbet, Tote Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster Breeder: Mighty Universe Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW El Kabeir gelding who showed plenty of the pace he’s bred to possess as he made a winning start at Huntingdon (13.7f, good to ﬁrm, 10/1) last month. Carries a penalty and could well have more to offer. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating B g Telescope (IRE) - First Experience Jockey: James Bowen Form: 5 Owner: Clear Racing Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle Breeder: Woodstock Thoroughbred Breeding Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding who was hooded on debut and hinted at ability amidst inexperience when ﬁfth of 15 in bumper at Exeter (13.2f, soft) just over a fortnight ago. Step forward needed to take this. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Bride Unbridled (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: Owner: Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Breeder: Al Asayl France TIMEFORM VIEW Mastercraftsman gelding. Half-brother to 5 winners on Flat, including useful 1m-1 1/4m winner De Medici. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 21f) Cassells Rock. Rare bumper runner for this yard Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating and market support should be noted.

4 GORE POINT (GB) (-)

B g Order of St George (IRE) - Preveza (FR) Owner: Mr M. W. Pendarves Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Breeder: Porlock Vale Stud

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Form: Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Order of St George gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including useful 1 1/2m winner Scampi. Dam 1 3/4m winner. Of obvious interest on debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5 LIGHTNING FLASH (IRE) (-)

B g Mount Nelson - Golden Mole (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy Owner: Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Form: Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Legends Stud TIMEFORM VIEW £22,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to smart hurdler/high-class chaser (2m-21f winner) Mr Mole out of French 2 1/4m hurdle/chase winner Emmylou du Berlais. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 MACARI (GB) (-)

B g Sixties Icon - Potternello (IRE) Owner: Ricki Vaughan, R Bisiker, Sheena West Trainer: Sheena West, Lewes Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

Jockey: Marc Goldstein Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixties Icon gelding. Dam, 6f/7f winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m winner) Mr Gallivanter. Not without hope based on breeding. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 NIGHT STALKER (GB) (-)

Ch g Sixties Icon - Shadows Ofthenight (IRE) Owner: Miss Sheena West Trainer: Sheena West, Lewes Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

Jockey: Harry Reed Form: Sponsor: Southdowns Unleashed

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixties Icon gelding. Brother to 7f-1 1/4m winner Walkonby. Dam 2m winner on Flat. Yard also Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating saddle Macari.

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B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Tropical Rock Owner: High Weald Racing Trainer: Cynthia Woods, Crowborough Breeder: Littleton Stud

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Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3) Form: 0

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TIMEFORM VIEW Well-beaten eleventh of 14 to Giddyupadingdong in bumper (200/1) at Huntingdon (13.7f, good to ﬁrm) on debut last month. Faces another struggle. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

9 PIERREFONDS (GB) (30)

10 BRIEF ENCOUNTER (FR) (-)

11 MARIA’S FLAME (GB) (-)

12 MY MATE POLLY (GB) (7)

B g Camelot - Denga (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Moore Form: 0 Owner: Mr Jack Jones Trainer: Jack Jones, Newmarket Breeder: Haras de la Perelle TIMEFORM VIEW Camelot gelding who was too lit up to fully get home when 10 1/4 lengths eighth of 14 to Giddyupadingdong in bumper at Huntingdon (13.7f, good to firm) on debut last month. No surprise to see a Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating hood applied. B f Buck’s Boum (FR) - Carmona (FR) Jockey: David Noonan Form: Owner: Kapinhand Sponsor: Junction 24 Ltd Trainer: Nigel Hawke, Tiverton Breeder: John Kilpatrick & Richard Mark Venn TIMEFORM VIEW Buck’s Boum filly. Half-sister to fair 2m hurdle winner Obsessedwithyou and French 15f hurdle winner Calipsa. Dam, French chaser (2 1/4m-21f winner), sister to smart hurdler/fairly useful chaser (winner up to 19f) Sleeping Blue. Wears hood. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating B f Mahler - Hillcrest Fire (IRE) Jockey: Connor Brace Form: Owner: Nick Brown Racing Sponsor: Bresbet Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Jim Humberstone TIMEFORM VIEW Mahler Filly. Dam, fair 2m hurdle winner (stayed 21f), also 1 1/4m winner who stayed 2m on Flat, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (winner around 2m) All Set To Go. One to note on pedigree/connections. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating B f Forever Now - So Cannie Jockey: Harry Kimber (3) Form: 0 Owner: Mr E. A. Brook Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne Breeder: David Spence TIMEFORM VIEW Forever Now filly who went with little encouragement when eighth of 9 in bumper at Stratford (16.3f, heavy) on debut 7 days ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood worn first time by No. 9, 10. Hood worn by No. 2. Betting Forecast: 7-2 Giddyupadingdong (IRE), 4-1 Carved In Stone (GB), 8-1 Lightning Flash (IRE), Maria’s Flame (GB), 9-1 Gore Point (GB), 10-1 Bobacious (GB), 16-1 Pierrefonds (GB), 20-1 Macari (GB), Night Stalker (GB), 25-1 Brief Encounter (FR), 150-1 My Mate Polly (GB), 200-1 No Guarantee (GB) Race Summary: The market will no doubt be revealing with several newcomers on show, but the vote goes to GIDDYUPADINGDONG, who made a winning start at Huntingdon last month and PLAY SMARTER can put that experience to good use under a penalty. Maria’s Flame, Carved In Stone and Gore Point are just a trio of potential dangers making their respective debuts. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GIDDYUPADINGDONG (IRE) 2.MARIA’S FLAME 3.CARVED IN STONE

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AFTERNOON RACING THURSDAY 9TH NOVEMBER 2023 TODAY’S OFFICIALS

COURSE OFFICIALS

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