Ludlow Racecard - Wednesday 20th December

TANNERS CHRISTMAS RACES

WEDNESDAY 20TH DECEMBER 2023 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME & FORM GUIDE

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DINING OPTIONS

PLYMOUTH RESTAURANT Spectacular views on the first floor, with balcony.

Plymouth carvery £69.50 each (includes race card, 3 course carvery, tea or coffee, premier shared table for the day).

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TOP TIP! It’s best to book into our restuarants in advance but please check with the office on the day for availability.

WELCOME Ludlow Race Club Ltd Registered Office: Ludlow Racecourse Bromfield Ludlow Shropshire SY8 2BT Tel: 01584 856221

We welcome you here today to our ever-popular Tanners Christmas Race Meeting.

We are grateful for the continued support from James and Kate Tanner of Tanners Wines who are once again today’s main sponsor. Likewise, to Ray Bailey of Alpha Aggregates for his ongoing support. Thanks must also go to G.C Rickards Ltd who are loyal supporters of Ludlow Racecourse. Our final sponsor for today is Shuker Build, and it’s great to have them onboard.

This is our last meeting of 2023, and we have experienced the complete opposites with the weather. A very dry Autumn in 2022 which continued into 2023 meant endless irrigating, to an Autumn of 2023 where we have never had to even start up the irrigation system!

Many thanks for all your support in 2023, and from me personally, a big thanks to all the office staff, ground staff and raceday staff for their hard work. We recently received a Gold Commendation from the RCA for our Customer Services and Cleanliness.

Keep your eyes peeled for the Racing TV orange mic team who are offering spot prices for those adorning their best Christmas jumpers.

We hope you have a very enjoyable and merry days racing.

We wish you all a happy and healthy Christmas and New Year. We look forward to welcoming you back to our 2024 fixtures with our first meeting being Friday 5th January.

Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)

COURSE MAP

ANNUAL MEMBERS ENTRANCE

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- Owners & Trainers Bar - Buffet Bar and Carvery PLYMOUTH STAND

- Ludlow Club Room - Plymouth Carvery

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- Breakfast rolls, pies, snacks, drinks bar with local beers, sweets & cigarettes

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TRACKFACTS 2m5f110y H Hurdle Course

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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.

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TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS: F O’BRIEN (30 wins from 144 runners, 21%) runs MAMOON STAR (12.05), LILTING VERSE (2.25), GO TO WAR (3.35).

N HENDERSON (22 wins from 108 runners, 20%) runs THE BOMBER LISTON (12.05), BETWEEN WATERS (2.25).

V WILLIAMS (22 wins from 91 runners, 24%) runs THE FAMOUS FIVE (12.05) D SKELTON (22 wins from 117 runners, 19%) runs JET PLANE (12.40), VIRGINIA LODGE (1.15), SACRE COEUR (1.50), KATTEGAT and LINDY REILLY (3.35).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: V WILLIAMS (8 wins from 28 runners, 29%) runners listed above.

N TWISTON-DAVIES (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS (1.15), SMILING GETAWAY (2.25).

D SKELTON (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runners listed above.

N HENDERSON (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runners listed above.

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2018-2023) WITH RIDES: S TWISTON-DAVIES (22 wins from 151 rides, 15%) rides LATITUDE (12.40), DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS (1.15), GABRIEL’S GETAWAY (1.50), SMILING GETAWAY (2.25), BEN BUIE (3.00), JOUR D’EVASION (3.35).

P BRENNAN (19 wins from 84 rides, 23%) rides GO TO WAR (3.35).

D BASS (13 wins from 70 rides, 19%) rides BOBHOPEORNOHOPE (12.40), STUTI (2.25), AMERICAN GERRY (3.00).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: S TWISTON-DAVIES (6 wins from 25 rides, 24%) rides listed above.

H BROOKE (3 wins from 17 rides, 18%) rides GABORIOT (12.40), MRS TABITHA (2.25), SPECIAL DRAGON (3.35).

J BOWEN (3 wins from 31 rides, 10%) rides LOVE TREE (1.15), BETWEEN WATERS (2.25), JOBESGREEN LAD (3.00), GENTLEMAN JACQUES (3.35).

WEIGHTWATCHER The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.00 Aviewtosea (won off 114 down 7lb to 107); 12.40 Tide Times (won off 122 down 9lb to 113).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th December.

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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.

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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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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.

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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 12.05

THE ALPHA AGGREGATES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (FOR FEMALE AMATEUR JOCKEYS) 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). £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. December 18th. Penalties, after December 9th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Female 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. ALPHA AGGREGATES PRODUCTS LIMITED has generously supported the prize fund for this race. They will provide a memento for the winning owner and a cash prize for the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries, 2 at £10 and 16 at £50. - Closed December 14th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4317; Second £2159; Third £1079; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £4967) No Horse Age st lb

1 WHATSUPWITHYOU (IRE) (33)

B g Shantou (USA) - Whats Up Britta (IRE) Owner: Co-Foundations Ltd Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Breeder: Stone Electrical Ltd

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TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on his comeback when ninth of 20 in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (21f, soft) 33 days ago.

This is a bit less competitive.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

2 THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) (41)

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B g Yeats (IRE) - True Britannia Jockey: Miss Lily Jones (7) Form: 6-U5543 Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Mrs Una Sinnott TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who was unable to deliver in trio of starts over fences earlier this year. Took a step back in the right direction when third in 12-runner C&D handicap hurdle last month. Needs to build on that now.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115 B g Mamool (IRE) - Mariah Mooney (IRE) Jockey: Miss Fern O’Brien (3) Form: 1633-2P Owner: The Sharnbrook Partnership Sponsor: BresBet Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Clongiffen Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Kept good company in bumpers and made a successful debut over hurdles at Taunton (16.5f) in November last year. Well-beaten before the longer trip became an issue at Sandown (19.8f) on most recent outing.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 B g Manduro (GER) - Goslar Jockey: Miss Brodie Hampson Form: 03/211-4 Owner: Mrs P. Bunch Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Breeder: Dunchurch Lodge Stud Company TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper performer who improved sent handicapping up in trip over hurdles, making it back-to-back wins when scoring in good style at Worcester (20f) in August 2022. Shaped as if retaining all his ability after 15 months off when fourth at Wincanton recently and that should have brought him on. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 111 B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Naker Mome (FR) Jockey: Miss Gina Andrews Owner: Mr Malcolm Olden Form: F4526-0 Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis TIMEFORM VIEW Would have made a winning handicap debut in this race 12 months ago but for falling at the last (9 lengths clear at time). Hasn’t reproduced that kind of form since but had excuses on Warwick chasing bow/return and looks interesting now returning to hurdling. Had breathing operation.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 110 B m Fame And Glory - Good Thinking Jockey: Miss Alice Procter (7) D Owner: Barrow Hill Form: 40-2451 Trainer: Keiran Burke, Whitcombe Breeder: Barrow Hill TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive from a low base last season, completing 4-timer at Exeter (21.6f). Handicapper looked in control judged on trio of starts upon returning this summer but back to winning ways from an easing mark (also tongue tied) at Wincanton in October. Up 7lb but still much respected.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108 B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Roche Brune (FR) Owner: The Culverhill Racing Club IV Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis

Jockey: Miss Ella Herbison (7) Form: 2P60-P6 Sponsor: Culverhill Farm Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored since 2021 and was modest over hurdles and fences last month. Blinkered for first time.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 108

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B g Camelot - Palme Royale (IRE) Jockey: Miss Lucy Turner BF Form: 0/-33 Owner: Mr P. Davies Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Bloodstock Agency Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 10f Flat winner in France in 2021 and changed hands for €250,000 after. Only twice raced for current yard over hurdles since but showed promise after 21 months off when third of 6 in minor event here (21.2f, soft) 23 days ago. Significantly back up in trip for handicap bow. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106 B m Kayf Tara - Giovanna Jockey: Miss Heidi Palin (5) Form: 22U-443 Owner: The Meagher Family Sponsor: FBC Manby Bowdler Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who saw her race out better on the back of a breathing operation when third in 10-runner contest at Hereford (25.5f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Likely to give her running again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

10 SEHAYLI (IRE) (73)

B g Iffraaj - Quaich Owner: Dream Team Partnership Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: F. Ryan

Jockey: Miss Ellie Mayo (7) Form: 0P/6-P40

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap hurdler who completed hat-trick in 2020/21 for Johnny Farrelly but hasn’t scaled the same heights since. 7lb out of the handicap.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 85 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: REGAL RENAISSANCE 4 9 13 Miss Alice Stevens 9-1 (Henry Daly) 14 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note: MAMOON STAR: Following its run on 12/11/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

HAAS BOY: Following its run on 25/9/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Betting Forecast: 7-2 The Famous Five (FR), 4-1 The Height of Fame (GB), 7-1 The Bomber Liston (IRE), 9-1 Kazontherazz (GB), 10-1 The Turtle Said (GB), 11-1 Mamoon Star (IRE), 12-1 Haas Boy (FR), 14-1 Whatsupwithyou (IRE), 20-1 Hermes Boy (FR), 33-1 Sehayli (IRE) Race Summary: HAAS BOY would have made a winning handicap debut in this race 12 months ago but for falling at the last and is taken to gain compensation from a 5lb lower mark. The Famous Five is an PLAY SMARTER unexposed handicap debutant for a red-hot yard and has to be feared, while The Turtle Said shaped as if retaining all his ability on his recent return at Wincanton and completes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HAAS BOY (FR) 2.THE FAMOUS FIVE (FR) 3.THE TURTLE SAID

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HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £231,056 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from September to December 2023.

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FIRST RACE

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SECOND RACE 12.40 THE TANNERS CLARET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)

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 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 9th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. TANNERS WINES LTD have generously supported the prize fund for this race. They will provide a memento for the winning owner and a cash prize for 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 horses that finish 6th ,7th and 8th in this race if qualifying under the terms of the Stakes and Prize Money Code as follows: 6th £500, 7th £500 and 8th £500. 13 entries, 1 at £10 and 12 at £50. - Closed December 14th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) No Horse Age st lb

1 BOBHOPEORNOHOPE (IRE) (42)

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B g Westerner - Bandelaro (IRE) Jockey: David Bass Form: 2/314P-P CD Owner: Mr J. Perriss Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Breeder: Paul Giles TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a game front-running display when landing this race 12 months ago prior to a good fourth in a stronger contest at Kempton in February. Never figured on return at Warwick in November but return to a right-handed track a plus now. Better showing anticipated.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 139 B g Shirocco (GER) - Gift of Freedom (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies CD Form: 3321-10 Owner: Mrs A. D. Williams Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Parkville Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive chaser who scored over C&D in March and followed up in good style at Kempton (3m) in May. Shaped as if needing last month’s reappearance run at Cheltenham and likely he’ll come on plenty for that.

Worth considering.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 138 B g Getaway (GER) - Inghwung Jockey: Sean Houlihan CD Form: 01PP-20 Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead Breeder: Simon Walford TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 3m veterans’ chase at Exeter in February and back on track with a good comeback run at Wincanton, helped by a better round of jumping than he often manages. Didn’t take to the Cross-Country course at Cheltenham since.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 132 B g Jet Away - Court Gamble (IRE) Jockey: Fergus Gillard C Form: 34-114P Owner: Tracey Lake Rees & Susan Carsberg Sponsor: Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Thistletown Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when successful here (25.7f) in May and made light of 5 month absence to follow up at Newton Abbot in October. Probably best not judged too harshly on his exploits at Warwick/Sandown since but he remains 4lb above last winning mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 128 B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - The Lyme Volunteer (IRE) Jockey: Alice Stevens (5) C Owner: Mrs Simon Clarke Form: 420P-U5 Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: E. R. Hanbury TIMEFORM VIEW Held his form well last season, winning at Cheltenham (25f) in October and having an excuse when pulled up on his final outing (bled). Shaping well before an unfortunate unseat on return at Aintree but not in same form at Warwick 4 weeks ago. Still, he can’t be dismissed from easing mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123 B g Anzillero (GER) - Qualite Controlee (FR) Jockey: Adam Wedge CD Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker Form: 2-41002 Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways in 4-runner handicap chase at Fakenham (21.2f) in June and dispelled pair of lesser efforts when second at Catterick (19.2f) 26 days ago, challenging 2 out and keeping on. This trip is probably at the limit of his stamina.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123 Ch g Muhtathir - Uddy (FR) Jockey: Henry Brooke D Owner: The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club Form: U23-211 Sponsor: Swansway Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Jacques Cypres TIMEFORM VIEW 7-y-o who has thrived in recent months, resuming winning ways at Kempton (3m) and stepped up further on that when running out a 7-length winner at Doncaster (3m) 33 days ago. Jumped soundly then and has to merit respect again in hat-trick bid.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: BOBHOPEORNOHOPE (IRE) 7 12 0 David Bass 7-2 (Kim Bailey) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 7.

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Gaboriot (FR), 9-2 Bobhopeornohope (IRE), 5-1 Quoi de Neuf (FR), 7-1 Latitude (IRE), 8-1 Jimmy The Digger (GB), 10-1 Musical Slave (IRE), 12-1 Jet Plane (IRE), 22-1 Tide Times (IRE) Race Summary: A good quality handicap with the vote in favour of LATITUDE. Largely progressive over fences, he shaped much better than the bare result on return to action at Cheltenham 32 days ago and the balance of his form in the PLAY SMARTER spring suggests his present mark remains exploitable. Gaboriot arrives in search of the hat-trick and is feared, with Bobhopeornohope fancied to leave his reappearance run at Warwick in his wake returned to this venue.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LATITUDE (IRE) 2.GABORIOT (FR) 3.BOBHOPEORNOHOPE (IRE)

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SECOND RACE

Gr g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Lady Wagtail (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Todd CD Form: P3P-4P4 Owner: The DTTW Partnership Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder: Grange Stud TIMEFORM VIEW All 3 of his wins over fences have come here (the latest over extended 25f trip in January). Hasn’t been at his best in recent months though, fourth of 9 in handicap chase at Hereford (25.2f) 3 weeks ago. Comes here operating 5lb out of the weights.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 108

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THIRD RACE 1.15

THE TANNERS WINES FILLIES’ JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for three yrs old fillies 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 three yrs old fillies only, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2023, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 14th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. TANNERS WINES LTD have generously supported the prize fund for this race They will provide a memento for the winning owner and a cash prize for the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £2000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during following seasons. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status, for the purpose of penalties in future hurdle races and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper.

10 entries at £40. - Closed December 14th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) No Horse st lb

1 VIRGINIA LODGE (GB) (11)

11

7

11

0

B f Berkshire (IRE) - Katy P Jockey: Fergus Gillard D Form: 01P Owner: Winter Gold Racing 3 Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Elms Stud Co Ltd & P. Atkinson (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW Left her C&D debut behind when seeing off 4 rivals, including the reopposing Circle of Hope, at Fakenham 6 weeks later. No show in a Listed race at Aintree since.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

2 ASK ME ANOTHER (GB) (-)

Gr f Ask - It Just Aint Right Owner: Martin Redman & Maurice Thomas Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon Breeder: Dunraven Bloodstock

Jockey: Toby Wynne (3) Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Ask filly. Dam, winning pointer, closely related to very smart hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 3m) Sam Spinner.

Bred for a further distance.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

3 BRAVEWHENINEEDTOBE (IRE) (31)

B f Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Johnsalice (IRE) Owner: Mr Bill Hawkins Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mr Daniel Mullins

11

0

Jockey: Lee Edwards Form: 53 Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten a long way in 2 juvenile hurdles for Mags Mullins in Ireland last month, finishing third of 3 at Navan latterly.

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4 CIRCLE OF HOPE (GB) (29)

11

0

5 DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS (GB) (36)

11

0

6 LOVE TREE (IRE) (36)

11

0

7 RAISE YOUR GLASS (GB) (18)

11

0

B f Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Circle of Angels Jockey: Alice Stevens (5) BF Form: 3 Owner: Mr R. S. Brookhouse Sponsor: Tote Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket Breeder: Mr R. S. Brookhouse TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off at 7-4 but finished 25 lengths behind Virginia Lodge in Fakenham juvenile on her debut 29 days ago. Cheekpieces worn on that occasion retained. Seemingly thought capable of better.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B f Axxos (GER) - My Belle (FR) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Owner: Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Form: 51 Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh TIMEFORM VIEW Just under 8 lengths behind Love Tree on her Stratford debut but turned that around when proving 2 3/4 lengths too strong for James Owen’s filly at Huntingdon last month. Leading claims now hurdling.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating B f Camelot - Caserta Jockey: James Bowen BF Owner: The Gredley Family Form: 22 Sponsor: Unex Group Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket Breeder: Philip & Carolyn Cort TIMEFORM VIEW Camelot half-sister to 4 winners on Flat and showed plenty when runner-up in 2 bumpers last month, although the reopposing Dameofthecotswolds was 2 3/4 lengths too strong for her at Huntingdon latterly. This sharp 2m should suit now hurdling.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating Br f Jack Hobbs - Sparkling River (IRE) Jockey: Alan Doyle (5) Owner: Mr Mark Dunphy Form: 0 Sponsor: Tote, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Mark Dunphy TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, ninth of 11 in bumper (22/1) at Doncaster (16.5f, good) on debut 18 days ago. Makes switch to hurdles.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: GEORGI GIRL (IRE) 3 11 0 Tom O’Brien 17-2 (Philip Hobbs) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Betting Forecast: 15-8 Dameofthecotswolds (GB), 9-4 Love Tree (IRE), Raise Your Glass (GB), 11-2 Virginia Lodge (GB), 6-1 Circle of Hope (GB), 28-1 Ask Me Another (GB), 33-1 Bravewhenineedtobe (IRE) Race Summary: DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS is taken to confirm last month’s bumper superiority over

PLAY SMARTER Love Tree and make a successful start to her hurdle career.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS 2.LOVE TREE (IRE) 3.VIRGINIA LODGE

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FOURTH RACE 1.50

THE TANNERS CHAMPAGNE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 212yds)

for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £26000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £14159 to the winning horse The second to receive £6523, the third £3260 and the fourth £1632. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 9th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. TANNERS WINES LIMITED have generously supported the prize fund for this race. LUDLOW RACE CLUB will provide a memento for the winning owner, and a cash prize for 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 finishing 5th , 6th , 7th , and 8th in this race if qualifying under the terms of the Stakes and Prize Money Code as follows: 5th £1000, 6th £750, 7th £500 and 8th £350”. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 7 entries at £50. - Closed December 14th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £10850; Second £5426; Third £2712; Fourth £1357. (Penalty Value £14159.60) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

No Horse Age st lb

1 SACRE COEUR (FR) (11)

7

12

0

2 FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (18)

9

11

9

3 GABRIEL’S GETAWAY (IRE) (214)

6

11

3

4 DR T J ECKLEBURG (IRE) (14)

5

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12

Gr m Montmartre (FR) - Singaporette (FR) Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5) Form: 231143 Owner: Dick and Mandy Higgins Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW Well suited by the switch to front-running tactics as she won back-to-back handicap chases in October.

Stiff task in Grade 2 hurdle next time and shaped as if still in good form in Listed race back over fences at Ascot 11 days ago. Leading claims back down in grade.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 128 (-1) B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose Jockey: Toby Wynne (3) CD BF Form: 161014 Owner: B Jones & Son Sponsor: B Jones & Sons Tar Limited Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon Breeder: C. F. C. Jackson TIMEFORM VIEW Has had a productive time since joining Robbie Llewellyn, gaining a fifth win since March when readily scoring in C&D handicap last month. Rare modest effort back over hurdles 18 days ago, but no surprise to see him bounce back returned to fences.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 123 B g Getaway (GER) - Chosen Destiny (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies D BF Form: 60111-4 Owner: Buckingham, Chapman, Kingston & Langford Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Breeder: Kedrah House Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for the switch to chasing, making it 3 wins from 3 starts with an emphatic success in Exeter handicap (19.2f) in April. Winning run ended at Bangor (20.3f) the following month, but shaped better than the result having pulled hard. Not discounted on return.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117 B g Lawman (FR) - Imtidaad (USA) Jockey: Adam Wedge CD Form: 603131 Owner: Mrs Janet Davies Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: Pat O’Rourke & The Lawman Syndicate TIMEFORM VIEW From his lower mark over fences, left his previous chasing efforts behind when winning at Worcester in September.

Backed up that effort when third at Taunton last month, before resuming winning ways at this C&D 2 weeks ago. Going through a good spell at present.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112 DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2022: DESQUE DE L’ISLE (FR) 9 10 1 Shane Quinlan 9-2 (Venetia Williams) 9 ran Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3.

Stewards Note: GABRIEL’S GETAWAY: Following its run on 20/5/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Betting Forecast: 9-4 Sacre Coeur (FR), 5-2 Feel The Pinch (GB), 10-3 Dr T J Eckleburg (IRE), 7-2 Gabriel’s Getaway (IRE) Race Summary: SACRE COEUR shaped as if still in good form returned to chasing in a Listed contest at Ascot 11 days ago, racing exuberantly under testing conditions, so she is taken to PLAY SMARTER resume winning ways back down in grade. Feel The Pinch has won 3 of his 6 starts over fences and is feared most, ahead of Gabriel’s Getaway.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SACRE COEUR (FR) 2.FEEL THE PINCH 3.GABRIEL’S GETAWAY (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 2.25

THE SHUKER BUILD EBF MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)

for novice four 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 novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 14th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th.

Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have generously contributed towards the prize money for this race. SHUKER BUILD have generously supported the prize fund for this race. LUDLOW RACE CLUB will provide a memento for the winning owner and a cash prize for the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four and a half furlongs at Newbury on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. 32 entries at £40. - Closed December 14th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) No Horse Age st lb

1 ALL THE GLORY (GB) (30)

6

11

12

2 LILTING VERSE (IRE) (41)

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11

0

B m Fame And Glory - Glorybe (GER) Jockey: James Smith (7) Form: 112242 Owner: Mr Martin Peyton Sponsor: Wasdell Group Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: Mill Farm Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Won novices at Hexham and Market Rasen on her first 2 starts this season. Did all she could conceding weight to a potentially far superior rival over C&D 30 days ago and now goes down the handicap route. Respected.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 (+2) B m Yeats (IRE) - Sorcillera Jockey: Connor Brace CD Form: 2/3410-1 Owner: Baker, Burford, Haynes & Plumb Sponsor: BresBet Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Gregg Stafford TIMEFORM VIEW Listed bumper winner last winter who got off the mark over hurdles in 13-runner novice over C&D (soft) 41 days ago by 6 lengths from Between Waters. Saddles a 7lb penalty but open to further progress. Player.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

3 ALL UNDER CONTROL (IRE) (4)

Br f Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Larnalee (IRE) Owner: Bailey’s Racing Syndicate Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: Mrs Juliet Brown

Jockey: Harry Kimber (3) Form: 0-00 Sponsor: R S Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a pair of 2m4f hurdles at Hereford this winter. Needs to take a step forward.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 BABY SAGE (GB) (34)

5

11

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5 BETWEEN WATERS (IRE) (41)

5

11

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6 COTONEASTER (GB) (34)

5

11

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11

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B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Baby Shine (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy BF Form: 10-U2 Owner: Burkes & Syders Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Whitley Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning bumper debut at Warwick and shaped well when second of 13 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft) 34 days ago. In the picture.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Clear Riposte (IRE) Jockey: James Bowen BF Owner: Mrs Doreen Tabor Form: 1/6-2 Sponsor: Ashford Stud Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Mrs Mary Ahearne TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in points and she made a very promising hurdling debut when clear second of 13 to Lilting Verse in novice over C&D (soft) 41 days ago. Enjoys a 7lb pull with that rival here so big shout.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating B m Telescope (IRE) - Easter Legend Jockey: Robert Dunne Owner: Easter Racing Club Form: 05-0 Sponsor: Noel Williams Racing Limited Trainer: Noel Williams, Blewbury Breeder: S. C. & M. K. Willes TIMEFORM VIEW Tenth of 13 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft, 150/1) on hurdles bow 34 days ago. More required after a wind op.

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7 EMMA HAMILTON (IRE) (29)

B m Mount Nelson - Boldilocks Owner: The Henry Daly Racing Club Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: Simon Walford

Jockey: Alice Stevens (5) Form: 4-240 Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in a pair of bumpers but well held in maiden hurdles at Ludlow and Hereford last month.

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9 MRS TABITHA (GB) (45)

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Ch f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Madame Bleue Jockey: Lee Edwards Form: 20 Owner: Poplar Cottage Racing Club Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mr & Mrs P. Rowley TIMEFORM VIEW Promising first effort when runner-up in Worcester bumper in May. Shaped as if needing run following 6-month absence at Warwick last time and not ruled out now going hurdling.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B f Jack Hobbs - Hunca Munca (IRE) Jockey: Henry Brooke Form: 1-P Owner: The Preston Lodge Syndicate Sponsor: Swansway Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Preston Lodge Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Debut bumper winner at Bangor in April but could only produce a modest display in a Huntingdon novice hurdle 6 months later. Not written off.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

10 PEPITE DE AMOUR (GB) (44)

B m Telescope (IRE) - Pepite de Soleil (FR) Owner: Mrs T. North Trainer: Paul Webber, Banbury Breeder: C. R. Whittaker

Jockey: Adam Wedge Form: 0-00

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to deliver under Rules. Finished last of 12 at Plumpton last month.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

11 SMILING GETAWAY (GB) (325)

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12 SPRING GALE (GB) (264)

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13 STUTI (GB) (34)

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B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Sting In The Gale Jockey: Richard Patrick Form: 00Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd Sponsor: Potter Group Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: James & Jean Potter TIMEFORM VIEW In midfield in a couple of bumpers in the spring and more is needed starting out hurdling after 8 months off.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating B m Kayf Tara - Flirtatious Jockey: David Bass Form: 414-3 Owner: Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley Breeder: Mrs M. D. W. Morrison TIMEFORM VIEW Southwell bumper winner who made an encouraging start in this sphere when third of 13 in novice at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft) 34 days ago. Not discounted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: TOUCHY FEELY 5 11 7 Nico de Boinville 3-1 (Nicky Henderson) 13 ran Hood worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

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

Stewards Note: SMILING GETAWAY: Following its run on 29/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Lilting Verse (IRE), 10-3 Between Waters (IRE), 5-1 Baby Sage (GB), 8-1 All The Glory (GB), 9-1 Stuti (GB), 12-1 Smiling Getaway (GB), 28-1 Marmalade Time (GB), 33-1 Mrs Tabitha (GB), 50-1 Spring Gale (GB), 66-1 Emma Hamilton (IRE), 250-1 All Under Control (IRE), Pepite de Amour (GB), 300-1 Cotoneaster (GB) Race Summary: BETWEEN WATERS looked a sure-fire hurdles winner when a promising debut second to Lilting Verse over C&D and in receipt of 7lb from that rival now she can PLAY SMARTER go one better. Fergal O’Brien’s mare still rates the chief threat with Baby Sage, All The Glory and Stuti in the mix for minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BETWEEN WATERS (IRE) 2.LILTING VERSE (IRE) 3.BABY SAGE

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Ch m Getaway (GER) - One More Cookie (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 1/4Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd Sponsor: Potter Group Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Mr Rowland Crellin TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in Irish points and shaped well when fourth in bumper at Southwell 10 months ago on sole run for Dan Skelton. Not ruled out now going hurdling for her new yard.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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SIXTH RACE 3.00

THE G.C.RICKARDS LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

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

for four 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Penalties, after December 9th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. G.C.RICKARDS LTD have kindly supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will provide a memento for the winning owner and a cash prize for the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 25 entries at £50. - Closed December 14th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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1 CARTONNE (FR) (33)

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2 INISHBIGGLE (IRE) (41)

8

12

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3 JOBESGREEN LAD (GB) (33)

8

11

12

4 AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) (27)

8

11

12

5 AMERICAN GERRY (IRE) (41)

7

11

12

6 MASTER MALCOLM (GB) (43)

6

11

12

7 MISTER MARBLES (IRE) (420)

7

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10

B g Balko (FR) - Nuance Tartare (FR) Jockey: Theo Gillard D Form: 1123-P1 Owner: Dave & Matt Slater Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: G.A.E.C. Campos TIMEFORM VIEW Made a positive start to his chasing career when making all in back-to-back handicaps at Musselburgh (20.3f) earlier this year. Pulled up at Carlisle on his return, but left that effort behind when getting back to winning ways at Doncaster last month. Major player.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 109 B g Asian Heights - Leahs Joy (IRE) Jockey: Kevin Brogan D Form: F3P235 Owner: You Can Be Sure Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Breeder: Denis O’Herlihy TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner over hurdles who, in first-time cheekpieces, returned to form over fences when runner-up at Uttoxeter (20f) in September. Ran to a similar level at this C&D next time but modest effort here on his latest outing, so bounce back now called for.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109 B g Passing Glance - Overnight Fame (IRE) Jockey: James Bowen CD Form: 61124-6 Owner: Exors of the Late Mr R T Cornock Sponsor: HBA Media Trainer: Tom George, Slad Breeder: Mrs M. Cornock & Mr R. T. Cornock TIMEFORM VIEW Made it back-to-back wins when recording a clear-cut success in this race last year. Has been let down by his jumping on his last 2 starts, the latest after 8 months off at Doncaster in November, but he’s now only 2lb higher than for last year’s victory. Enters calculations.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107 B g Where Or When (IRE) - Final Run (IRE) Jockey: Nick Slatter (5) Owner: The Reserved Judgment Partnership Form: 45530P Trainer: David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Breeder: William Martin TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 of his 4 starts last season, but patchy form over both hurdles and fences during the current campaign. Pulled up in handicap chase at Market Rasen last time. Capable if at best with cheekpieces back on.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 107 B g Americain (USA) - Hurricane Society (IRE) Jockey: David Bass Owner: Mrs Margaret Geake Form: 464-U45 Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley Breeder: Ms Deirdre Connolly TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over hurdles in 2021/22 but has been unable to progress since. Looked rusty after 6 months at Newton Abbot in November and his mark has eased further as a result, so he’s not written off as he makes his chase debut with tongue strap added.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107 Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Desert Sage Jockey: James Best D Owner: Mrs Clare Richmond-Watson Form: 34211-P Sponsor: Andrew Coombs, Coombs Group Trainer: Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham Breeder: J. H. Richmond-Watson TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best when scoring emphatically at Huntingdon (19.9f) in March and followed up with a bit in hand back at the same C&D 19 days later. However, after 7 months off he shaped as if amiss when pulled up at Warwick 6 weeks ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 107 Br g Doyen (IRE) - Presenting Marble (IRE) Jockey: Adam Wedge Owner: Mr Alan Peterson Form: 25213/3Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: Robert B. Hodgins TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for a wind op in 2021/22, making all in a Taunton maiden hurdle in March. Shaped as if better for the run when third of 6 at Chepstow on his chase debut last October and he’s been absent since, but he could yet do better on his first run since leaving Philip Hobbs.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105

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B g Showcasing - Papaya (IRE) Jockey: Max Kendrick Owner: Mr Thomas Gaden Form: 213-144 Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green Breeder: Biddestone Stud Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Hereford (20.9f) in March and doubled his tally at Fontwell (21.6f) in May. Has finished well held on his last 2 starts, leaving David Bridgwater prior to his latest outing.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 104 B g Beat Hollow - Termsconditonsaply (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Todd Owner: The DTTW Partnership Form: 62//0033Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Sponsor: Tote Breeder: Miss Michelle Bolger TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o who ran his best race yet when third on handicap hurdle debut at Market Rasen (20.6f) back in April. Appeals as the type to make a chaser so he’s one to consider on his return from 8 months off.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103 Br g Presenting - Change of Plan (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Owner: Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 10 Form: P-P4114 Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Sponsor: FBC Manby Bowdler Breeder: Mrs Mary Motherway TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner in 2022/23 and returned to form when scoring at Warwick in September. At least as good as ever when following up at Hereford (20.9f, good to firm) a month later, but tailed off on softer ground last time so any rain wouldn’t be in his favour.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 101

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B g Malinas (GER) - Cresswell Ruby (IRE) Owner: Catch Twenty Two Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley Breeder: R. B. Mckay TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

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B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Barrack Buster Jockey: Tom Bellamy Owner: DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson Form: 5136/25D Trainer: David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Sponsor: The Good Racing Company Ltd Breeder: Paul Doyle TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner over hurdles who has the physique for chasing and, after 6 months off, shaped as if needing the run on his chase debut in October last year. Has been off again since, but he should have more to offer over fences. First run for yard after leaving Fergal O’Brien.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92 B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Ten Friends (IRE) Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3) Owner: Mr Andrew Gough Form: 4P3-62P Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster Sponsor: SJD Racing Breeder: Gerry Ross TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since his last win back in 2020. Ran one of his better races when second of 5 at Ffos Las (19.4f) in June, but after a 5-month absence he was pulled up at the same course (23.8f) last time. Cheekpieces back on.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84 Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Andria (FR) Jockey: Mr Murray Dodd (7) Owner: High And Low Form: 305152 Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mrs L. & Mr J. Grandchamp Des Raux TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark at Stratford (19.5f) in October and, after not getting home upped in trip next time, he soon returned to form (following a wind op) when runner-up at this C&D 2 weeks ago. This is tougher from out of the handicap.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

15 BEANNAIGH DO (IRE) (21)

B g Camelot - Thunder In Myheart (IRE) Owner: Oaktree Racing Club Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: Highfield Stud Ltd

Jockey: Sean Houlihan Form: 62-P605

TIMEFORM VIEW Performed modestly over hurdles but showed more when runner-up on his chase debut at Ffos Las (19.4f) in April. Hasn’t been able to go on from that effort since.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72 DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2022: JOBESGREEN LAD 7 11 9 Jonathan Burke 10-3 (Tom George) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 12, 14.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 13, 14.

Stewards Note: AVIEWTOSEA: Following its run on 23/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

MINELLA CHOICE: Following its run on 9/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Betting Forecast: 4-1 Cartonne (FR), 7-1 Mister Marbles (IRE), 9-1 Jobesgreen Lad (GB), 10-1 Minella Choice (IRE), 11-1 Barrakhov (IRE), 14-1 American Gerry (IRE), Ben Buie (IRE), Martalmix’jac (FR), 16-1 Inishbiggle (IRE), Pawpaw (GB), 22-1 Aviewtosea (IRE), 28-1 Master Malcolm (GB), 40-1 Est Illic (IRE), 66-1 Beannaigh Do (IRE)

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Race Summary: CARTONNE took his record to 3 wins from 6 starts over fences when making all at Doncaster last time and he can make a bold bid to add to his tally. Heading the list of dangers is PLAY SMARTER Jobesgreen Lad, who won this race last year off only a 2lb higher mark, while Mister Marbles is open to improvement as he makes his second chase start on his stable debut.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CARTONNE (FR) 2.JOBESGREEN LAD 3.MISTER MARBLES (IRE)

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THE TANNERS CAVA EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for novice four, five and six 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 novice four, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 14th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 18th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb.

TANNERS WINES LTD have generously supported the prize fund for this race. LUDLOW RACE CLUB will provide a memento for the winning owner, and a cash prize for the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 9th, 2024. 40 entries at £40. - Closed December 14th, 2023 Owners Prize Money.

Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) No Horse Age st lb

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B g Jack Hobbs - Norma Hill Jockey: Jay Tidball (5) Form: 20-0 Owner: Mr Geoff Lloyd Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Breeder: Geoff Lloyd TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winner and showed good deal of ability himself when second in 6-runner Hereford bumper on debut in February. Has been unable to build on that since, though, and needs to get back on track now tackling hurdles.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lady Rene (IRE) Jockey: Adam Wedge Form: F0-5 Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: Ms M. McKenna TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 4 winners and almost certainly would’ve finished in the money had he not stumbled on debut in a Chepstow bumper in February. Wasn’t knocked about on return/hurdles debut at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy) last month but could be more one for handicaps later on.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating B g Mount Nelson - Parkview Rose (IRE) Jockey: James Bowen Form: 40-332 Owner: Mr Malcolm Olden Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Breeder: Mr Daniel Keating TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and placed both starts switched to hurdles, latterly finding just one too good in a 16-runner C&D (soft) maiden. Each-way should it able to build on that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107 B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rate of Knots (IRE) Jockey: Paddy Brennan D Form: 10-U3 Owner: Mr Grant Leon Sponsor: BresBet Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Grove View Stud Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Uttoxeter bumper winner last term and looked set to be involved in the finish when jinking/ unseating his rider 3 out on hurdles debut at Exeter in October. Creditable third of 14 in a pretty decent Taunton novice (16.5f, good to soft) next time and he remains with potential.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

5 JOHNS DREAM (IRE) (4)

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Shamble Street (IRE) Owner: Oaktree Racing Club Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: Mount Eaton Stud Ltd

Jockey: Sean Houlihan Form: P-36P

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on Rules debut in an Ascot bumper and was unable to deliver on recent hurdles bow at Hereford.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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B g Cokoriko (FR) - Clemence (FR) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Owner: Sir T. Pilkington & Mr R. A. Pilkington Form: 334 Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: E.A.R.L. Elevage de Busset TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped quite well in a bumper on debut and has made the frame both starts in this sphere to date, namely a C&D novice and a Huntingdon maiden. Remains open to improvement and he’s one to consider.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107 (+3)

7 MYFANWY’S MAGIC (GB) (28)

B g Mr Medici (IRE) - Lady Myfanwy Owner: 360 Racing Club Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Breeder: PB Miles & Mrs M Miles

Jockey: Harry Atkins (10) Form: 50-62 Sponsor: FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Big step forward at the second attempt over hurdles when runner-up in a Warwick novice (2m, heavy) last month. Likely to pick up a race soon enough and he’s shortlisted.

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B g Malinas (GER) - Local Lingo (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy Form: 0-20 Owner: Mr Chris Lane Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Mrs Bernie Hennessy TIMEFORM VIEW Malinas gelding who hinted at promise when seventh of 17 in bumper at Kempton back in March.

Also showed ability on hurdles debut return at Hereford but wasn’t in the same form back there last time.

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9 SCRUMPY (GB) (222)

Br g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Mighty Minnie Owner: Strachan,Nesbitt,Stoddart,GrahamGriffith Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: R. Johnson

Jockey: Richard Patrick Form: 5-6 Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family but could only perform modestly in a couple of bumpers. Makes hurdles bow.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

10 TOP OF THE BAY (IRE) (269)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Bay Dove Owner: Mr G. Malanga Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: James Reeves

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TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £62,000 as a 3-y-o but well held on debut in a bumper back in October 2021. Has been unable to complete both starts between the flags since. Hood applied.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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B m Affinisea (IRE) - Judys Gift (IRE) Owner: DYDB Marketing Limited Trainer: Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove Breeder: T. Holland

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Jockey: Robert Dunne Form: 0P Sponsor: Equine Water Treadmll, Equestrian Direct LTD

TIMEFORM VIEW Was unable to deliver in a bumper here in November and was pulled up in a Taunton novice hurdle earlier this month.

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B f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Chilla Cilla Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5) Form: 0 Owner: Notalotterry Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Mr HT Cole (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW In good hands but she’ll need to leave the form of her debut effort in a Hereford bumper well behind in order to take a hand in the finish here. Yard also saddles Lindy Reilly.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating B m Kayf Tara - Ellnando Queen Jockey: Charlie Todd Form: Owner: Mr John J Reilly Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Mrs R. I. Vaughan (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW £46,000 3-y-o, Kayf Tara mare. Half-sister to fair 19f/2 1/2m hurdle winner Dorisa Queen.

Watch the betting for clues. Wears tongue strap.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B m Blue Bresil (FR) - No Virtue Jockey: Lee Edwards Owner: Mr S. Flook Form: 00040-3 Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mr Stephen Flook TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but lightly-raced maiden hurdler. Posted one of her better efforts when third in an 8-runner Southwell handicap (15.8f, good) on latest start in May but this demands improvement.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77 B f Kayf Tara - Dragonera Jockey: Henry Brooke Owner: The Preston Lodge Syndicate Form: 00 Sponsor: Swansway Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Preston Lodge Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Performed modestly in pair of novice hurdles. Finished seventh of 8 at Bangor earlier this month.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 2022: PEMBROKE 5 11 6 Harry Skelton 2-1 (Dan Skelton) 15 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 15 Hood worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 13, 15. Hood worn by No. 14.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6.

Stewards Note: JOUR D’EVASION: Following its run on 25/11/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

SAXONS LANE: Following its run on 29/11/2023 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake at 3rd last.

SCRUMPY: Following its run on 12/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Betting Forecast: 6-4 Go To War (IRE), 13-2 Gentleman Jacques (IRE), 8-1 Myfanwy’s Magic (GB), 10-1 Jour d’Evasion (FR), Lindy Reilly (GB), 14-1 Saxons Lane (IRE), 25-1 Kattegat (GB), 33-1 My Virtue (GB), 40-1 Chevington (GB), Duc du Rene (IRE), Scrumpy (GB), 66-1 Top of The Bay (IRE), 200-1 Special Dragon (GB), 250-1 Darquesse (IRE), 300-1 Johns Dream (IRE)

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Race Summary: GO TO WAR didn’t do much wrong when third to Ballee (winner again since) at Taunton and, with the strong likelihood of better to come, he is taken to strike.

PLAY SMARTER Myfanwy’s Magic and Jour d’Evasion can fill the places, while Gentleman Jacques is also accorded respect.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GO TO WAR (IRE) 2.MYFANWY’S MAGIC 3.JOUR D’EVASION (FR)

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TANNERS CHRISTMAS RACEDAY WEDNESDAY 20TH DECEMBER 2023 TODAY’S OFFICIALS

COURSE OFFICIALS

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

CLERK OF THE COURSE

STEWARDS Greg Pearson (Chief Steward) Roger Bellamy (Stewards’ Panel Chair) Daniel Andrews, Nathan Green, Guy Upton STARTERS Seamus O'Neill Ciaran McKee JUDGE Guy Lewis CLERK OF THE SCALES Michael Roberts EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS Joanna Vickers, Melanie Sheppard Mel Baker

Robert Bellamy ASSISTANT MANAGER

Diane Thomas MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

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Tom Moreland SECURITY OFFICER

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Stuart Matthews

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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.

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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.

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