Ludlow Racecard - Wednesday 21st February

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WEDNESDAY 21ST FEBRUARY 2024 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME & FORM GUIDE

www.ludlowracecourse.co.uk PLUS: His Royal Highness The Prince Of Wales Amateur Jockeys' Handicap Chase

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).

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

Jubilee Restaurant £82.50 each (includes 3 course a la carte menu, tea or coffee, premier badge, race card and private table for the day).

TOP TIP! It’s best to book into our restaurants 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

Welcome to Ludlow Racecourse.

Many thanks to Suzuki ATV/Farm and Garden Machinery for their very generous sponsorship at Ludlow today. They very kindly supply the racecourse with a Quad Bike which Tom, our head groundsman follows the runners, enabling him to be the first on site of an incident.

Please keep an eye on our website (www.ludlowracecourse. co.uk) as we have various events coming up over the Cheltenham period.

A Cheltenham Preview with Henry Daly, Charlie Deutch, Sheila Lewis, Johnny Burke and hosted by Rob Bellamy.

Plus, for those that are not going to Cheltenham Gold Cup Day, a 3-course lunch, betting facilities and plenty of atmosphere! Here in The Clive.

Hope you all have a good days racing. Apologies for the weather.

Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)

COURSE MAP

ANNUAL MEMBERS ENTRANCE

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CLUB ENCLOSURE CLIVE PAVILION

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

- Ludlow Club Room - Plymouth Carvery

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Secretary's Office

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Weighing Room

- Tattersalls Bar & Cafeteria

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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 (31 wins from 147 runners, 21%) runs EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN (2.55).

A RALPH (20 wins from 116 runners, 17%) runs THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR (2.55).

V WILLIAMS (20 wins from 87 runners, 23%) runs OTTOLINE (2.25), DIDERO VALLIS (3.30), ICARAT (4.40).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: N HENDERSON (13 wins from 33 runners, 39%) runners listed above.

J O’NEILL (7 wins from 25 runners, 28%) runs DIAMOND DICE (1.55).

B PAULING (6 wins from 19 runners, 32%) runs LE GRAND LION (5.15).

I WILLIAMS (5 wins from 35 runners, 14%) runs TIDE TIMES (3.30), BLACK KALANISI (5.15).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2018-2023) WITH RIDES: S TWISTON-DAVIES (24 wins from 155 rides, 15%) rides ZOEMAN (1.55), GOWER PRINCE (2.55), TOUCHWOODEXPRESS (4.05), LUSTLEIGH (4.40), GUSTOSO (5.15).

T BELLAMY (8 wins from 64 rides, 12%) rides MOUNT OLYMPUS (1.55), ROYAL DEESIDE (2.55), MONKS MEADOW (4.05), FAMOSO (4.40), CANTY BAY (5.15).

G SHEEHAN (8 wins from 60 rides, 13%) rides GOLDEN MAVERICK (1.55), FORTIFIED FORTUNE (4.05), MISTER MARBLES (4.40).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: H COBDEN (10 wins from 40 rides, 25%) rides GENTLEMAN JACQUES (1.55), TERRESITA (2.25), RIVER VOYAGE (4.05), LE GRAND LION (5.15).

G SHEEHAN (5 wins from 29 rides, 17%) rides listed above.

D JACOB (4 wins from 20 rides, 20%) rides KARAKTERE D’ENFER (1.55), HEROSS DU SEUIL (2.55), PEARL ISLAND (4.05).

WEIGHTWATCHER The horse which has dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.30 Dalamoi (won off 128 down 3lb to 125).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th February.

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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

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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.

Star Rating Official BHA Rating 130 9

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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.

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

You may just catch some of the grooms and trainers grabbing a bite here too...

FAIRWAY CAFÉ

Hot Food Snacks Specials Menu Licensed Bar Tote Betting Facilities

Located to the left of the big screen.

FIRST RACE 1.55

THE SUZUKI ATV UK “KING QUAD” MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. SUZUKI ATV have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 27th April, 2024. 39 entries at £40.

- Closed February 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) No Horse

1 BOUNDARY JACK (GB) (57)

Ch g Jack Hobbs - Bochafina (FR) Owner: Mr P Rowley and Miss D Cope Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mr N. E. F. Luck

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Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: 00-5 Sponsor: Price & Son Groundworks

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in bumpers and now makes the switch to hurdles.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

2 DEEP STRATO (IRE) (60)

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3 DIAMOND DICE (IRE) (16)

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4 GENTLEMAN JACQUES (IRE) (63)

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5 LUCKY LUGGER (GB) (296)

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B g Cloudings (IRE) - La Gree (FR) Jockey: Theo Gillard Form: 1-40 Owner: Hemmings Racing Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Ian Hannon TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on his sole outing in points but ran below expectations when fourth of 7 in a Sedgefield bumper in November. Shaped better than the distance beaten suggested when well held on hurdling debut at Newcastle a couple of months ago and he should improve (had a wind op).

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Chances Orchard (IRE) Jockey: Kevin Brogan Form: F2566 Owner: Private Harley Street Clinic Limited Sponsor: Wasdell Group Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: Mrs Gillian Neville TIMEFORM VIEW Held every chance when departing at the last in point and some promise in bumpers this term. Showed aptitude for hurdling but didn’t quite last out when sixth of 12 in novice at Carlisle (17f, soft) just over 2 weeks ago and should do better with that under his belt.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B g Mount Nelson - Parkview Rose (IRE) Jockey: Harry Cobden Form: 40-3324 Owner: Mr Malcolm Olden Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Breeder: Mr Daniel Keating TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and has made the frame all 3 starts since switched to hurdles, shaping better than the distance beaten suggested when fourth of 15 at this C&D (soft) a couple of months ago. One to consider with Harry Cobden taking over.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107 B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Teme Trixie Owner: Mr A. E. Price Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Breeder: Mr A. Price

Jockey: Sean Houlihan Form: 05/PP-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to deliver in 2 bumpers back in 2022. Now sent hurdling for a new yard (pulled up all 3 starts in points, latest May 2023).

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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B g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Ile Rouge Jockey: Tom Bellamy Owner: HP Racing Mount Olympus Form: 0 Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Mrs Renate Moser TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the Flat who won 3 times in 2023. Better than the distance beaten suggested when tailed-off eighth at Hereford on hurdling debut in November but checked out fairly tamely. Had a wind op and looks one for the longer term.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

7 RADHARC NA SLAINE (IRE) (28)

B g Jet Away - Alstroemeria (IRE) Owner: John, Roger & Dai Trainer: David Rees, Haverfordwest Breeder: Mr K. Bolger

Jockey: Mr Callum Pritchard (7) Form: 3-D30PP

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who has been unable to showcase his ability in novice/maiden hurdles this winter.

Tongue tie on and a major step forward is required.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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B g Manatee - Palma du Charmil (FR) Jockey: David Noonan Form: 4-06 Owner: Len Jakeman, Jane Williams & Jan Rees Sponsor: Culverhill Farm Racing Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton Breeder: Mrs Guilhaine Le Borgne TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some promise in a couple of bumpers and did likewise sent hurdling when sixth of 14 in novice (66/1) at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft) last month. Handicaps later on likely to be more suitable.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Voulay (FR) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 2Owner: Silkword Racing Partnership Sponsor: HBA Media Trainer: Tom George, Slad Breeder: Mr Dominique Lepagney et al TIMEFORM VIEW Great Pretender gelding was strong in the betting and made a promising start to his career when runner-up in juvenile hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f, good to firm) in October 2022. Presumably had his problems to not have been seen since but is open to progress.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

10 BELLA CAVALLA (IRE) (24)

B m Milan - Beech Lodge (IRE) Owner: BG Racing Partnership Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Breeder: James Neville

Jockey: James Best Form: 0 Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Milan mare who was sent off a big price before being well held in a Fontwell bumper (17.7f, soft) last month.

Makes hurdles bow.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

11 LINDY REILLY (GB) (63)

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B m Kayf Tara - Ellnando Queen Jockey: Tristan Durrell (3) Form: 3 Owner: Mr John J Reilly Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Mrs R. I. Vaughan TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara mare who was sent off a huge price but produced an encouraging first effort in this sphere from an unpromising position when third of 15 in novice at this C&D (soft) 9 weeks ago, keeping on gradually straight under hands-and-heels riding. Sure to improve.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

12 MO ZOLA (GB) (14)

B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Mozo Owner: CEMP Construction Mozola Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth Breeder: Dermot Rogers

Jockey: Lee Edwards D Form: 1-PPP

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in point bumpers but pulled up all 3 goes over hurdles.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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B g Zarak (FR) - Waritta Jockey: Gavin Sheehan BF Form: 2 Owner: RaceShare - Golden Maverick Sponsor: Raceshare Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Breeder: Mr Jacques Herold TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 5-time winner on the Flat (stays 14.5f) for Ian Williams. New connections acquired him for 100,000 gns in the autumn and made a promising start over hurdles after 4 months off when runner-up in juvenile at Catterick (15.7f, soft) earlier this month. Can go one better.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Harasiya (IRE) Owner: Mr P. Davies Trainer: A. J. Martin, Ireland Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

Jockey: Sean Bowen Form: 00

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner but well beaten on both starts over hurdles in December. Likely to have more chance in handicaps after this.

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15 KARAKTERE D’ENFER (FR) (71)

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B g Karaktar (IRE) - Cinabella (FR) Jockey: Daryl Jacob BF Owner: Lady Gibbings Form: 2-34 Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland Breeder: Philippe Thiriet & Roman Thiriet TIMEFORM VIEW Close second of 11 to a useful sort in a newcomers race at Fontainebleau last March. Not beaten far when last of 3 on Doncaster British debut in November but, fitted with a first-time tongue tie, finished tailed off at Fontwell (17.7f, heavy) 10 weeks ago. Had a wind op since.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114 B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Snow Ballerina Owner: Ruffles Winter Racing Club Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf

Jockey: Alan Johns Form: 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat. 500/1, first run since leaving Jonathan Portman when tailed-off seventh of 11 in juvenile at Warwick (2m, heavy) on hurdle debut 30 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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FIRST RACE

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DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2023: WELSH CHARGER (IRE) 5 11 7 Jonathan Burke 6-5 (Alastair Ralph) 15 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7, 14. Hood worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 6, 15.

Stewards Note: GOLDEN MAVERICK: Following its run on 2/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Golden Maverick (FR), 4-1 Lindy Reilly (GB), 13-2 Gentleman Jacques (IRE), 15-2 Zoeman (FR), 9-1 Karaktere d’Enfer (FR), 14-1 Diamond Dice (IRE), 25-1 Tout Sur Moi (FR), 28-1 Deep Strato (IRE), 33-1 Hamsiyann (IRE), 40-1 Mount Olympus (GB), 100-1 Boundary Jack (GB), Bella Cavalla (IRE), 150-1 Lucky Lugger (GB), 200-1 Radharc Na Slaine (IRE), Mo Zola (GB), Snow Forecast (GB) Race Summary: GOLDEN MAVERICK was a big improver on the Flat for Ian Williams in 2023 (5-time handicap winner) and while he was unable to land the odds when finishing runner-up on his hurdling debut at Catterick recently, this looks a PLAY SMARTER good opportunity to go a place better. Lindy Reilly finished with running left on her hurdling bow here 9 weeks ago, so she’s put forward as the main threat, with Gentleman Jacques and Zoeman also considered.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOLDEN MAVERICK (FR) 2.LINDY REILLY 3.GENTLEMAN JACQUES (IRE)

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

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement.

CHECK YOUR TICKETS! Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket.

All tickets will remain valid for one month.

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SECOND RACE 2.25

THE FARM & GARDEN MACHINERY EBF MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for the EBF Mares’ Chase Series) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)

for novice five yrs old and upwards mares Total prize fund £13000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6865 to the winning horse The second to receive £3159, the third £1579, the fourth £790 and the fifth £393. for novice five yrs old and upwards mares only, which are E.B.F. eligible. £50 stake if the horse is rated 120 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 119 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 19th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 10th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). FARM AND GARDEN MACHINERY LIMITED and THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have generously supported the prize fund for this race. LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F Mares’ Novices’ Steeple Chase Series, to be run over two miles about five furlongs at Cheltenham on Thursday, April 18th, 2024. 12 entries, 3 at £10 and 9 at £50. - Closed February 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5251; Second £2625; Third £1313; Fourth £657; Fifth £328. (Penalty Value £6865.30) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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3 GAZETTE BOURGEOISE (FR) (29)

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7 JANE DU BERLAIS (GB) (27)

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B m Robin des Champs (FR) - Give It Time Jockey: Freddie Gingell (5) D Form: 0-15P41 Owner: Mr Robert Frosell Sponsor: Sherborne Utilities Ltd Trainer: Syd Hosie, Sherborne Breeder: Peter McCrea TIMEFORM VIEW Was able to take advantage of a good opportunity to land a 4-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (20.2f, soft, 5/2) in December. More on her plate from revised mark here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122 B m Kayf Tara - Lily Grey (FR) Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: 205-313 Owner: Ottoline Syndicate Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Miss V. M. Williams TIMEFORM VIEW Imposing sort got off the mark in a Uttoxeter novice hurdle in December but was unable to deliver after making a quick switch to fences in a 3-runner handicap there 25 days ago. Still should make a better chaser and she’s not ruled out.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Jasmine (FR) Jockey: Jack Quinlan Form: 2355-20 Owner: Alex Harvey Sponsor: David Andrews Construction Limited Trainer: Ben Case, Banbury Breeder: Jean-Paul Bannier & Michele Bannier TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over hurdles and, though yet to strike in this sphere, she was beaten only a nose on return from 8 months off at Ffos Las (21.5f) in December, idling run-in and collared late on. Bad mistake did for her at Newbury last time and she’s still of interest with cheekpieces back on. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112 B m Westerner - Brixen (IRE) Jockey: Harry Cobden BF Form: 0430-26 Owner: Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Sponsor: Weatherbys Hamilton LLP Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Breeder: Mr Tom Ford TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times as a novice hurdler but went without a win last season. Promising second on return/chase debut at Huntingdon (19.9f) in January prior to a slightly underwhelming display back at that venue 2 weeks ago. Remains early days in this sphere at least.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 111 B m Malinas (GER) - Aimela (FR) Jockey: Alex Edwards C D BF Owner: Four Gents Form: 1-224F2 Sponsor: Price & Son Groundworks Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mr D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back handicap hurdles at Carlisle and Cheltenham last term and shaped well to make the frame on her first 2 outings over fences. Put a Cheltenham fall behind her when bumping into another well-handicapped sort over C&D last time and she’s a player.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110 B m Kayf Tara - Forever Present (IRE) Jockey: Tristan Durrell (3) D Owner: Stuart & Shelly Parkin & Alne Park Stud Form: 34116P Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Netherfield House Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who won mares’ hurdle events at Worcester (maiden) and Newton Abbot (novice) last summer.

However, didn’t take to chasing at the first attempt when pulled up at Leicester (20f) in December. This promises to reveal more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107 B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Bet Davis (IRE) Jockey: Brendan Powell Owner: Ms J. Bennett Form: 13PP-PF Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack Breeder: Miss S. J. Turner TIMEFORM VIEW Made her first completed start over hurdles a successful one at Lingfield in December 2022 but was unable to complete on 3 of next 4 starts and jumping let her down on chase debut last month, falling 4 out.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 106

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2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3.

Stewards Note: GAZETTE BOURGEOISE: Following its run on 23/1/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake at 4th last.

Betting Forecast: 10-3 Plenty of Time (IRE), 4-1 Gazette Bourgeoise (FR), 5-1 Malaita (GB), 6-1 Ottoline (GB), 7-1 Terresita (IRE), 9-1 Presenting Nelly (GB), 16-1 Jane du Berlais (GB), 66-1 Fashion’s Model (IRE) Race Summary: Having finished a good second on return at Ffos Las, GAZETTE BOURGEOISE shaped much better than the distance beaten suggests at Newbury subsequently (bad mistake 4 out) and PLAY SMARTER she could be the way to go with cheekpieces refitted. Malaita and Plenty of Time head the dangers, with Terresita another not out of things.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GAZETTE BOURGEOISE (FR) 2.MALAITA 3.PLENTY OF TIME (IRE)

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Gr m Flemensfirth (USA) - Fashion’s Worth (IRE) Jockey: Sean Houlihan Form: 5/54050/Owner: Mr Brian Davies Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: Mr S. Wafer TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who offered a modicum of promise over hurdles during 2021/22 but ended that campaign performing modestly. Has a good deal on her plate from long way out of the weights on belated return/ chasing bow.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 79

THIRD RACE 2.55

THE MICHAEL LUMSDEN MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £10000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 19th.

Penalties, after February 10th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race THE HENLEY HALL GOLD CUP presented by the late Captain J M G Lumsden, to be held by the winning owner until 31st December 2024 20 entries at £40. - Closed February 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) No Horse Age st lb

1 JOHN BETJEMAN (GB) (40)

B g Poet’s Voice - A Great Beauty Owner: Robin Gillard and Rory Gillard Trainer: Mark Gillard, Sherborne Breeder: Plantation Stud

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TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who turned in a rare modest effort when only eighth at Wincanton 40 days ago.

Should be back on his game over more suitable distance.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

2 DESPEREAUX (FR) (71)

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B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Rouvraie (FR) Jockey: David Noonan D Form: 310-350 Owner: Chasing Gold Racing Club Sponsor: Culverhill Farm Racing Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton Breeder: Mr Francois-Marie Cottin TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Huntingdon on his second start before defying a penalty at Taunton last March. Has not performed at the same level since his comeback run but his mark continues to tumble as a result.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109 B g Dunaden (FR) - Cloudy Spirit Jockey: Jay Tidball (5) CD Form: 63613-P Owner: Mrs Norma Harris Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Breeder: Mrs Norma Harris TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful handicap hurdle debut here last March and backed it up with a creditable effort at Market Rasen the following month. Only start since when pulled up on chasing debut here 104 days ago but return to smaller obstacles should help.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106 B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Ravish Owner: KHDRP6 Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd

Jockey: Liam Harrison Form: 2B0-543 Sponsor: BresBet

TIMEFORM VIEW Exposed as a fair hurdler. Creditable third in a novice at Hereford 3 months ago but needs to do more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

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B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Lady Karinga Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Owner: Jan Johnson & YorGunnaBeLucky Syndicate Form: 4/00-564 Sponsor: The Towers Hotel & Spa Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: T. A. Harman TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit on the first of 3 starts in bumpers for Matt Sheppard and signs of encouragement a couple of times over hurdles. Needs to up his game from quite a stiff opening mark.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 102 B g Rail Link - Tulipe du Seuil (FR) Jockey: Daryl Jacob D Owner: Kevin Boothby and John Lynk Form: 2554P5 Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack Breeder: Mme Catherine Boudot TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Uttoxeter (19.9f) in September and largely acquitted himself well in defeat since.

Modest the last twice however, so needs to bounce back from this reduced mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

7 BLACK OCC (IRE) (107)

Br g Ocovango - Moonlight Whispers (IRE) Owner: P Conway, T Lewis & G Wilson Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon Breeder: Edmond Coleman

Jockey: Sean Houlihan Form: 2424

TIMEFORM VIEW Point runner-up who has shown modest form to date over hurdles. 107-day break prior to this handicap debut, so could do better.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

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B g Postponed (IRE) - Parnell’s Dream Jockey: Harry Reed Owner: Mr P Arms and Mr S Harvey Form: 23152 D Trainer: Syd Hosie, Sherborne Sponsor: Sherborne Utilities Ltd Breeder: Mr & Mrs David Aykroyd TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner. Struck at the third time of asking over hurdles in Catterick juvenile in November (for this yard).

Modest at Aintree next time, but returned to form back on not quite so testing ground when runner-up at Huntingdon last month.

Now reunited with Syd Hosie for handicap debut.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110

9 MR HOPE STREET (IRE) (93) Br g Jet Away - The Scorpion Queen (IRE) Owner: Mr Michael Williams Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Ms Jane Roche

Jockey: Tristan Durrell (3) Form: 45-050 Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to make an impact in maiden/novice hurdles over shorter trips but likely to do better at some point and is worth monitoring in the market on handicap debut.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

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B g Dunaden (FR) - Faustina Pius (IRE) Owner: Lost In The Summer Wine Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Breeder: Mrs Gemma Green

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TIMEFORM VIEW Improving type who was unable to deliver in his hat-trick bid at Doncaster last time but can’t be discounted considering he was on the up prior to that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

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TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat. Just modest form to date over hurdles but no surprise if he does better now handicapping on slightly quicker ground.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98

12 THATZA DAZZLER (GB) (20) B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Sainte Fortuna (FR) Owner: Mr David Brace Trainer: David Brace, Bridgend Breeder: Mr David Brace OBE TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

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DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: PATIENT DREAM (FR) 5 10 7 William Maggs 7-4 (Donald McCain) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 5, 12. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note: HEROSS DU SEUIL: Following its run on 23/1/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

BLACK OCC: Following its run on 6/11/2023 it was reported that the horse made a bad jumping mistake.

LITTLE PI: Following its run on 28/1/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Betting Forecast: 7-2 Latin Verse (GB), 9-2 Royal Deeside (GB), 10-1 Mr Hope Street (IRE), 12-1 Despereaux (FR), Thankyourluckystar (GB), Heross du Seuil (FR), Little Pi (FR), 14-1 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE), 18-1 John Betjeman (GB), 20-1 Black Occ (IRE), 22-1 Gower Prince (GB) Race Summary: Juveniles ROYAL DEESIDE and Latin Verse get a chunk of weight for age and might be

PLAY SMARTER able to dominate this handicap, with preference for the former, who looks potentially

thrown in on Flat form. Despereaux is the pick of the more exposed types.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROYAL DEESIDE 2.LATIN VERSE 3.DESPEREAUX (FR)

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10 LITTLE PI (FR) (24)

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FOURTH RACE 3.30

THE HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (for the POW Challenge Trophy) about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)

for five yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £15000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7450 to the winning horse The second to receive £3727, the third £1861, the fourth £933 and the fifth £465. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 19th. Penalties, after February 10th, 2024, for each steeple chase 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. LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The Challenge Trophy, a bronze statuette of His Royal Highness The Prince Of Wales riding Alibar to be held by the winning owner until 31st December 2024 The Amateur Jockeys Association of Great Britain will present a memento to the winning rider 14 entries at 14 at £50. - Closed February 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6476; Second £3239; Third £1619; Fourth £810; Fifth £405. (Penalty Value £7450.50) No Horse Age st lb

1 DALAMOI (IRE) (56)

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B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Dalamine (FR) Jockey: Mr Callum Pritchard (7) Form: 2F01-P4 Owner: Mrs Nikki Ead Sponsor: DragonBet, Tote Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge Breeder: Harry Fowler & Alex Frost TIMEFORM VIEW Real chasing type who made a positive start in this sphere last season and, while he hasn’t really kicked on, his latest fourth at Kempton was a step back in the right direction.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

2 ONE TRUE KING (IRE) (24)

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Final Leave (IRE) Owner: RacehorseClub.com Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Joe Fogarty

Jockey: Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7) C Form: 036630 Sponsor: racehorseclub.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains well treated on his best form but inconsistent and latest showing at Doncaster was modest.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

3 DIDERO VALLIS (FR) (28)

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B g Poliglote - Oreade Vallis (FR) Jockey: Miss Lucy Turner Form: PP-30P2 Owner: Normans, Ramsay, Tufnell & Bishop Sponsor: Faucets Limited Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Mr Andre Noel Dutertre TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to deliver towards the end of last season but more signs of life this term. Respectable second at Catterick 28 days ago and remains potentially well treated, so not ruled out.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115 Gr g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Lady Wagtail (IRE) Jockey: Mr James King CD Form: P-4P41P Owner: The DTTW Partnership Sponsor: Tote Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder: Grange Stud TIMEFORM VIEW All 4 of his wins over fences have come here, including when bouncing back to form from 5lb out of the handicap over C&D in December. Modest showing since but no surprise if he returns to form.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114 B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Rouge (FR) Jockey: Miss Louise Chance (7) Owner: Mrs Belinda Keighley Form: U1450/P- C D Sponsor: FBC Manby Bowdler Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Breeder: Earl Haras du Quesnay TIMEFORM VIEW Last tasted success here during late 2021. Unable to build on this since and was pulled up at Southwell (24.2f) when last seen in May 2022. Tough to assess on this belated return for all the handicapper has given him a chance.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111 Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Trazona Kit (IRE) Jockey: Mr Harry Myddelton (7) D BF Owner: Mr Graham Cardwell Form: P5P-413 Sponsor: Swansway Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Mr Richard O’Connor TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable third of 10 in handicap hurdle (3/1) at Catterick (25.3f, soft) 41 days ago, travelling as well as any.

Scored over fences at Market Rasen on previous outing (awarded race) and should give a good account.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105

7 ROCKINASTORM (IRE) (30)

B g Mahler - Toorah Laura La (USA) Owner: Rocking Horse Racing Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: Miss Roisin Carey

Jockey: Miss Gina Andrews D BF Form: 53-1135 Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following half a dozen runs over hurdles but already a dual winner in this sphere. Modest showing at Warwick a month ago and mark demands more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

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Stewards Note: TIDE TIMES: Following its run on 5/1/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake and had a cut.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Post Chaise (IRE), 7-2 Didero Vallis (FR), 9-2 Tide Times (IRE), 6-1 Dalamoi (IRE), 7-1 Rockinastorm (IRE), 12-1 One True King (IRE), 18-1 Reve (GB) Race Summary: POST CHAISE improved to score over fences at Market Rasen in November (awarded the race) and shaped well from his lower hurdles mark since, so he’s the solid choice ahead of Didero Vallis, PLAY SMARTER who underlined that he retains plenty of ability at Catterick. Tide Times goes well at this track and shouldn’t be dismissed despite a disappointment last time.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.POST CHAISE (IRE) 2.DIDERO VALLIS (FR) 3.TIDE TIMES (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 4.05

THE SUZUKI ATV UK LUDLOW MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) about THREE MILES (2m 7f 174yds)

for maiden five yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

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Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Douglas Park (IRE) Jockey: Jack Quinlan D Form: 41-53 Owner: Mr R. S. Brookhouse Sponsor: Tote Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket Breeder: Gerard Leahy TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for £110,000 after winning an Irish point in April but was unable to meet expectations in a novice hurdle at Ayr on Rules debut in December. No match for a pair of fairly useful novices at Market Rasen since.

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B g Lucarno (USA) - Shropshirelass Owner: Ms G. Howell Trainer: Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells Breeder: Miss T. Worsley

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3) Form: 50-P Sponsor: Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, NDS Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Was unable to make an impact in 2 starts in bumpers and was pulled up at Ffos Las on hurdles bow last time.

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B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Gleanntan (IRE) Jockey: Gavin Sheehan Form: 2Owner: Mr C. R. Trembath Sponsor: NAF Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend Breeder: Patrick Bolger TIMEFORM VIEW €50,000 3-y-o, £115,000 4-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Undisputed, stayed 21f, and fair hurdler Hidden Glen, stays 27f. Dam placed all 3 starts in bumpers. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Mar 2023) and one to note.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating Ch g Mahler - Ebaniya (IRE) Owner: Lady Dulverton Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth Breeder: Con O’Keeffe

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: 21-50 Sponsor: Price & Son Groundworks

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in points at the second attempt in April and signs of ability in maiden hurdles at Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating Chepstow and Warwick. Needs another run for a handicap mark.

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Br g Milan - Young Lady (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy Owner: Andy & The Frisky Fillies Form: F-22332 Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Breeder: Mr Peter Magnier & Ms Margaret Mullins TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on his completed outing in Irish points and has made an encouraging start over hurdles, best effort when second of 8 in novice at Hereford (21.7f, good to soft) 23 days ago, beaten only by an above-average one.

Up in trip. Form pick.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 116

6 PEARL ISLAND (GB) (23)

B g Dartmouth - Pearlita Owner: The Glazeley Partnership 3 Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: W. P. Jenks

Jockey: Daryl Jacob Form: 32-40U Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer when placed in 2 bumpers and similar story on both completed starts over hurdles.

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7 PIPPIN TOOK (IRE) (321)

Ch g Conduit (IRE) - Lucyna’s Love (IRE) Owner: Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Miss Marnie Murphy

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TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit when fourth in 9-runner bumper at Haydock last season but was pulled up on hurdle debut at Hereford in April.

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B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Khazaria (FR) Owner: Racing for Fun Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport Breeder: Tommy James, Eoin Banville & Lucy Norton

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9 TOUCHWOODEXPRESS (IRE) (156)

Ch g Mahler - Riverside Lough (IRE) Owner: Touchwoodexpress Syndicate Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Richard & Nicola Harding

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TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in points and close third of 8 in bumper at Worcester 156 days ago, staying on again final 1f. Up significantly in trip on hurdles debut and likely player.

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B m Getaway (GER) - Lisdaleen (IRE) Jockey: Sean Bowen D Form: 5/61-U2 Owner: Million in Mind Partnership Sponsor: Goffs UK Ltd Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Stephen Campion TIMEFORM VIEW £35,000 buy after easily off mark in Irish points at third attempt (Mar 26). Backed up what she was showing on hurdling debut when second at Exeter in December and step up in trip should suit. Big shout.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: GREAT SNOW (FR) 6 10 13 Danny McMenamin 11-10 (Neil Mulholland) 5 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Betting Forecast: 2-1 Monks Meadow (IRE), 10-3 Annie Express (IRE), 9-2 Touchwoodexpress (IRE), 8-1 Fortified Fortune (IRE), 16-1 Caher Roes Den (IRE), 22-1 River Voyage (IRE), 33-1 Pearl Island (GB), 40-1 Pippin Took (IRE), 50-1 Mahland (IRE), 300-1 Catch The Crumpet (GB) Race Summary: ANNIE EXPRESS should be suited by the step up in trip and is preferred to Monks Meadow, PLAY SMARTER who sets a fair standard. Touchwoodexpress was a promising third in a bumper at Worcester in September so also needs considering on hurdles bow.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ANNIE EXPRESS (IRE) 2.MONKS MEADOW (IRE) 3.TOUCHWOODEXPRESS (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 4.40

THE FARM & GARDEN MACHINERY NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 212yds)

for novice five yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 19th. Penalties, after February 10th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. FARM AND GARDEN MACHINERY LIMITED have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 15 entries at £40. - Closed February 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) No Horse Age st lb

1 MISTER MARBLES (IRE) (37)

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Br g Doyen (IRE) - Presenting Marble (IRE) Owner: Mr Alan Peterson Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: Robert B. Hodgins

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TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in a Taunton maiden hurdle in March 2022. Just 4 starts since and hasn’t taken to chasing. Headgear tried.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

2 FAMOSO (IRE) (14)

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3 GUILLAUME (IRE) (55)

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B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy Owner: The Evron Experience Form: 512313 CD BF Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Breeder: Sweetmans Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Hereford in January and shaped well when third here a fortnight ago.

Generally going the right way as a chaser, so worth chancing to add to his productive campaign.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98 B g Yeats (IRE) - Theleze (FR) Jockey: Theo Gillard Owner: The Shinton Family 1 Form: 043-441 D Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited Breeder: Mrs Sally Rowley-Williams TIMEFORM VIEW 2/1, career best when winning 6-runner handicap chase at Catterick (15.7f, soft) 55 days ago, doing better under change of tactics. Not fully exposed, particularly as a chaser, so could do better still.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

4 ICARAT (FR) (20)

B g Nicaron (GER) - Cemoua (FR) Owner: The DTTW Partnership Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Richard Godefroy & Eric Lecoiffier

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: 0P4-60U Sponsor: Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in French bumpers for Nick Littmoden but yet to make a significant impact over obstacles.

Behind when unseating 2 out in a handicap at Ffos Las on chasing bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87

5 LUSTLEIGH (GB) (40)

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B g Kayf Tara - My Petra Owner: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Trainer: Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary Breeder: H & C Group Ltd

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Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Form: F3/4/-0P Sponsor: H & C Group Ltd

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TIMEFORM VIEW Was unable to progress from his promising debut for Dan Skelton in either start a year apart and yet to deliver for current yard.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 86

6 TROPICAL TALENT (GB) (60)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Tropical Rock Owner: The Oldcastle Racing Syndicate R Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas NE N Breeder: Littleton Stud RU TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

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7 GORCOMBE MOONSHINE (GB) (30)

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B g Alqaahir (USA) - Seemma Jockey: Harry Kimber (3) Owner: Mr Phill Meaden Form: 6633-13 Trainer: Robert Walford, Blandford Breeder: Mr Phill Meaden TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Fontwell (soft) on debut over fences in December.

Backed it up with a respectable third at Plumpton and is expected to feature in this thin race.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 79

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B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Sainte Fortuna (FR) Jockey: Connor Brace Form: 5-0PP6U Owner: Mr David Brace Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies Trainer: David Brace, Bridgend Breeder: Mr David Brace OBE TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to deliver in a couple of bumpers for Fergal O’Brien last term and it has been a similar story for new yard, well held when unseating 3 out on chase debut 3 weeks ago.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 77

9 BEANNAIGH DO (IRE) (14)

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

Jockey: Brendan Powell Form: P605P5

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered more when second on Ffos Las chase debut last spring but has failed to build on that, only fifth of 6 in a first-time tongue strap over C&D 14 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72

10 KEY FACTOR (IRE) (48)

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Grannys House (IRE) Owner: Mr R. G. Whitehead Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley Breeder: Paddy & Pauric O’Gorman

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a point but has yet to fire under Rules.

11 DANCING DANI (IRE) (77)

Ch m Stowaway - Nodelay (IRE) Owner: Pant Y Gerdinen Equine Ltd Trainer: Nikki Evans, Abergavenny Breeder: Mrs Margaret M. Lynch

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Jockey: James Davies Form: 040-46P Sponsor: Tote

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Jockey: Shane Quinlan (3) Form: 004066

2

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden under Rules. Operates from out of the weights.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 68 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: ESTATE ITALIANA (USA) 6 9 9 Jamie Brace 7-2 (Alexandra Dunn) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 8.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 11.

Betting Forecast: 15-8 Guillaume (IRE), 9-4 Famoso (IRE), 6-1 Gorcombe Moonshine (GB), 11-1 Icarat (FR), 16-1 Key Factor (IRE), 28-1 Beannaigh Do (IRE), 40-1 Mister Marbles (IRE), 50-1 Thatza Dazzler (GB), 66-1 Lustleigh (GB), 100-1 Dancing Dani (IRE) Race Summary: FAMOSO has a solid, upwardly-mobile profile over fences and would likely have gone close but for a late error here last time, so he takes marginal preference over Guillaume, PLAY SMARTER who arrives on the back of a comfortable success at Catterick. Gorcombe Moonshine is also considered.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FAMOSO (IRE) 2.GUILLAUME (IRE) 3.GORCOMBE MOONSHINE

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SEVENTH RACE 5.15

THE SUZUKI UK “KING OF QUADS” HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)

for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £10000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 19th. Penalties, after February 10th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. SUZUKI ATV LIMITED have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 21 entries at £40. - Closed February 15th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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1 HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (46)

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2 BLACK KALANISI (IRE) (30)

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3 CANTY BAY (IRE) (31)

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4 HERAKLES WESTWOOD (FR) (28)

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5 GUSTOSO (GB) (47)

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6 LE GRAND LION (FR) (657)

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7 GENTLE VICTOR (GB) (81)

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B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fleur d’Ajonc (FR) Jockey: David Noonan D Form: 1PF-P30 Owner: Jonny Allison and Patrick Waldron Sponsor: Culverhill Farm Racing Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton Breeder: M. Besnouin & M. Feuillet-Besnouin TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple hurdles winner who opened his account over fences at Hereford (20.9f) 13 months ago. Has been unable to replicate this since, again finishing well held over fences at Wincanton in January. Return to timber needs to have positive effect.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 118 B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Blackthorne Winter (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Deutsch Form: 4/245/-34 Owner: The Harefield Racing Club Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder: Mrs J. O. Onions TIMEFORM VIEW In good form on the Flat since joining Ian Williams, winning staying events at Pontefract and Newmarket during the autumn. Creditable third back over hurdles at Chepstow (23.6f) in December and no forlorn hope if dispelling a lesser run at Warwick 30 days ago.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 116 B g Shantou (USA) - Afairs (IRE) Jockey: Tom Bellamy Form: 3/06-1F3 Owner: Mr Gordon MacIntosh Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Breeder: Michael & Bid C. Lenihan TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Taunton maiden (19f) on return in November and in process of running well when falling at Wincanton next time. Latest third on handicap debut at Lingfield (19.5f) was a creditable display and he could yet have more to offer now his stamina is tested further.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115 B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Une Histoire (FR) Jockey: Sean Bowen Form: 04-0111 Owner: The Albatross Club Sponsor: 1Account Ltd Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Mrs Karine Perreau TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and firmly on the up over hurdles, bringing up the hat-trick in handicaps when accounting for 10-rivals at Catterick (19.3f) 4 weeks ago, again finding plenty for pressure. Likeable sort and he’s firmly in the mix again despite career-high mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114 Gr g Passing Glance - Ruby Kew (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Owner: The Gustoso Partnership Form: 464P Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten sole outing in bumpers but did offer promise on second of 3 starts in maiden/novice company when fourth at Wetherby (19.7f) in November. Lesser run over C&D followed but switch to handicaps now rates a plus. Market should guide.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102 Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Grande Cavale (FR) Jockey: Harry Cobden Owner: The Lion Tamers Form: P4516/5Sponsor: Fitzdares Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Breeder: Ecurie Maulepaire TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 8-y-o who opened his account over hurdles at Huntingdon in December 2021. Absent since finishing down the field over fences in spring the following year but returns from 21 months off with his yard in great nick. Tongue tie on. Worth considering with Harry Cobden booked.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100 B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Onetwobeat Jockey: William Shanahan (5) Owner: The Gentle Victor Racing Syndicate Form: 0506 Sponsor: Swansway Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Mr Alex Park TIMEFORM VIEW Well held only start in bumpers but some promise on first of 3 starts in novice hurdles during second half of last year. Up in trip for handicap debut following 81 days off, so worth monitoring in the betting for clues.

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: QUOI DE NEUF (FR) 9 12 0 Adam Wedge 6-1 (Evan Williams) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 6.

Stewards Note: LE GRAND LION: Following its run on 5/5/2022 it was reported that the horse was forced into erring early-on.

Betting Forecast: 7-4 Herakles Westwood (FR), 4-1 Canty Bay (IRE), 11-2 Le Grand Lion (FR), 8-1 Black Kalanisi (IRE), 10-1 Gustoso (GB), 11-1 Honneur d’Ajonc (FR), 14-1 Gentle Victor (GB) Race Summary: LE GRAND LION has a lengthy absence to overcome yet he returns to action from a potentially lenient mark for a yard going great guns and in a first-time tongue tie he could just be worth chancing with Harry Cobden PLAY SMARTER an eye-catching booking. Herakles Westwood has developed into a most likeable sort and he’s highly respected in his bid to land the 4-timer. Canty Bay is another to note with his stamina now tested further.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LE GRAND LION (FR) 2.HERAKLES WESTWOOD (FR) 3.CANTY BAY (IRE)

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

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In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges & tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances: a) Abandonment before completion of the first race: Full Refund b) Abandonment before completion of the third race: 50% Refund c) Abandonment thereafter: No Refund Refunds cannot be made on the day.

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OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicap races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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

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