Ludlow Racecard - Sunday 12th May

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Ludlow Race Club Ltd

Registered Office: Ludlow Racecourse

Bromfield

Ludlow Shropshire

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Tel: 01584 856221

Welcome to Ludlow Races last day of this season, Ladies Day with numerous shopping stalls, food outlets and live music at the end of racing in the Fariway Green area.

The shopping stalls are located in the Windsor Marquee, so please do go and browse them The selfie point is outside of the Windsor Marquee, so grab the opportunity to take a photo there.

A big welcome to the Sinclair Group who are our main sponsors for Ladies Day. This is their first visit to Ludlow Racecourse and hopefully we will see them on an annual Ladies Raceday. The Sinclair Group have recently moved into Ludlow and today will be showing some of their amazing vehicles.

Welcome also to the Welsh Guards who visit us annually at this meeting and to Mortimer Vets.

I hope you have enjoyed the racing at Ludlow this season with some quality fields and competitive races. It was good to see Willie Mullins ’Ludlow Winner “Daddy Long Legs” bolt up next time at the Punchestown festival and Stuart Edmond’s winner at Ludlow “Arizona Cardinal” go on to win the Topham at Aintree.

One of the highlights for the racecourse was to be awarded as “The most improved raceday experience track” in the UK Many thanks to all raceday staff, office staff, groundstaff who enabled us to receive this award.

From the Chairman, Directors, Office Staff, and groundstaff we wish you a great summer and look forward to seeing you back at Ludlow in the Autumn

Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)

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TRACKFACTS

A right-handed oval shaped course one and a half miles in circumference, with nine fences per circuit and a run-in of 450 yards. The hurdle course runs on the outside of the chase course and is slightly undulating

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:

LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:

FERGAL O’BRIEN (30 wins from 152 runners, 20%) runs ZUCAYAN (3.28), FLASHY BOY (4.38).

H DALY (21 wins from 118 runners, 18%) runs REGAL RENAISSANCE (2.53), PEARL ISLAND (4.03), EMMA HAMILTON (5.13).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 127 runners, 16%) runs GOWER PRINCE (1.43), OPERA KING (2.18), SERGEANT WILSON (3.28), AWESOME FOURSOME (4.03), FANTOMAS (5.13).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

FERGAL O’BRIEN (30 wins from 152 runners, 20%) runs ZUCAYAN (3.28), FLASHY BOY (4.38).

H DALY (21 wins from 118 runners, 18%) runs REGAL RENAISSANCE (2.53), PEARL ISLAND (4.03), EMMA HAMILTON (5.13).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 127 runners, 16%) runs GOWER PRINCE (1.43), OPERA KING (2.18), SERGEANT WILSON (3.28), AWESOME FOURSOME (4.03), FANTOMAS (5.13).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (24 wins from 157 rides, 15%) rides GOWER PRINCE (1.43), OPERA KING (2.18), REGAL RENAISSANCE (2.53), SERGEANT WILSON (3.28), PEARL ISLAND (4.03), NO WORRIES (4.38), MILANESE ROSE (5.13). JONATHAN BURKE (17 wins from 102 rides, 17%) rides MOVIDDY (2.53), JAZZ KING (3.28), FLASHY BOY (4.38).

HARRY SKELTON (14 wins from 63 rides, 22%) rides PLAYFUL SAINT (1.43), CUSANO (2.18), I LOOK HOW I LOOK (5.13).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

HARRY COBDEN (6 wins from 27 rides, 22%) rides MATTERHORN (1.43), HIM MALAYA (3.28), LION’S VIGIL (5.13).

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 28 rides, 18%) rides listed above SEAN BOWEN (4 wins from 24 rides, 17%) rides MUSIQUE DE FEE (4.03), METHUSALAR (4.38), SAINT BIBIANA (5.13).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.53 VOICE OF CALM (won off 123 down 8lb to 115); 3.28 GERARD MENTOR (won off 102 down 3lb to 99); COLLINGHAM (won off 121 down 11lb to 110); 4.38 KARAKORAM (won off 89 down 11lb to 78); METHUSALAR (won off 98 down 18lb to 80).

HOW TO BET WITH AN ON-COURSE BOOKMAKER

1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to offer the correct stake money for your wager.

2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number). Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.

3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.

4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, i.e. for a win or a place

5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.

6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes. e.g.£1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

EACH WAY BETTING

The RCA and the bookmaking association have agreed the following terms for all bookmakers offering each way betting on course.

NON-HANDICAPS

5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2 8+ runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3

HANDICAPS

5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2 8 - 11 runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3 12 - 15 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3

16+ runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3,4

All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only

1 SOLOMON GREY (FR) (43)

Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Sardagna (FR)

Owner: Mrs Sarah Faulks

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks

6 11 9

Jockey:Harry Skelton

Form: 32-2213 D

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TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start over hurdles, opening his account in good style at Plumpton (15.9f,

December Useful third at Kempton since and looks the one to beat here.

1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing 2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth 3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding (followed by Sire and Dam) Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut c - Colt Gr - Grey f - filly Ro - Roan m - mare

Horse’s name

Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

Number of day’s since horse last ran

Age of horse

Weight of horse in Stones and Pounds

Owner’s Name(s)

Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment

13 Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / denotes new season - denotes new year

C - The horse has won on this racecourse

D - The horse has won over this distance

CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance

BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run

14 A guide to the horse’s recentform and star rating. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

Selected to win the race

Good chance of being placed

By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance.

15 Jockey’s Name If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight

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FIRST RACE 1.43

THE SINCLAIR RANGE ROVER NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 212yds)

for novice five 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, and the third £1822. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £50 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). SINCLAIR GROUP have generously supported the prize fund for this race

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1 PLAYFUL SAINT (FR) (8)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Playact (IRE)

Owner: Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: G.A.E.C. Campos

9 11 10

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Form: 13/260-1 D

Sponsor:John Cotton (Group) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced 9-y-o who put a couple of low-key hurdle runs behind him to get off the mark over fences right away at Hexham last week, deserving extra credit for overcoming not only an error that nearly dislodged his rider but also sitting close to a very strong pace. Can follow up Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 136

2 MATTERHORN (FR) (16)

B g Martaline - Sacarine (FR)

Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mme Henri Devin

6 11 2

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 12/120P- D

Sponsor:Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Defied a penalty in fine style following a breathing operation and 7-month break at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft) in November. Good second back there 14 days later but very disappointing switched to handicaps next 2 starts. Makes chase debut.

3 GOWER PRINCE (GB) (21)

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Lady Karinga

Owner: Jan Johnson & YorGunnaBeLucky Syndicate

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: T. A. Harman

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 128

6 10 5

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 0/56461- D

Sponsor:The Towers Hotel & Spa

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in the betting and duly proved a different proposition sent chasing back under less testing conditions when scoring at Wincanton 3 weeks ago despite typically taking strong hold. More on his plate racing off 18lb higher (8lb out of the weights) but he’s open to improvement.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

DECLARED RUNNERS 3 2023: SHEARER (IRE) 7 11 10 Harry Cobden 7-4 (Paul Nicholls) 2 ran Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Stewards Note:

MATTERHORN: Following its run on 26/4/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free early-on. Betting Forecast: 5-4 Playful Saint (FR), 2-1 Gower Prince (GB), 3-1 Matterhorn (FR) PLAY SMARTER

Race Summary: PLAYFUL SAINT did well to make a winning chase debut at Hexham and this looks a good opportunity for him to follow up with Gower Prince 8lb out of the handicap and chase-debutant Matterhorn arriving on the back of 2 poor efforts.

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SECOND RACE 2.18

THE SINCLAIR GROUP

NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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

Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb SINCLAIR GROUP have kindly contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed May 6th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) No Horse

1 CHEVINGTON (GB) (28)

B g Jack Hobbs - Norma Hill

Owner: Mr Geoff Lloyd

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Geoff Lloyd

5 11 1

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 20/0640-

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on the first of 3 outings in bumpers. Minor promise when only mid-division over hurdles so far and will likely been seen to better light in handicaps.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

2 DOESHEFITTHEBILL (IRE) (18)

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Littlegrace Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mr E. A. Brook

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Marian Slattery & John O’Connor

5 11 1

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Form: 4004-

Sponsor:Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Very much caught eye when fourth of 7 to Daddy Long Legs in novice at Ludlow last time, finishing with running left having been poorly positioned. Reportedly returned with breathing problem there but has to be respected if that issue has been remedied.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

3 WE AIN’T WALKING (IRE) (16)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Line Mexia (FR)

Owner: Mr R. D. Potter

Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack

Breeder: Kieran Mariga

5 11 1

Jockey: Ben Poste

Form: P0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sole start in Irish points and came off bridle long way out when seventh of 12 to Roaring Legend in maiden at Chepstow on debut. Hard to fancy.

4 CUSANO (GB) (210)

B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Negra Del Oro (GER)

Owner: Mr Frank Murphy

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Nils Petter Gill

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 10 9

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Form:

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat, winning a 6-runner maiden at Hyeres (12.4f, good to soft) final start in 2023. Since been gelded and is a very interesting hurdles newcomer for powerful yard.

5 OPERA KING (GB) (17)

B g Australia - Queen Arabella

Owner: Mr Mark Barlow

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

4 10 9

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 44530-

Sponsor:Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper performer showed aptitude for hurdling when third finish at Market Rasen on debut. Not in same form when mid-field at Warwick since, but could bounce back.

6 BELLBIRD (GB) (21)

B or Br f Postponed (IRE) - Be Fabulous (GER)

Owner: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Godolphin

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA

4 10 2

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Form: 3-

Sponsor:Prisma Colour Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat in France for N. Clement and made an encouraging start over hurdles when third of 12 in novice hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, good to soft). Sure to improve

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: GUY (IRE) 8 11 1 Sam Twiston-Davies 10-11 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.

Running for the first time since Gelding No 4.

Stewards Note:

DOESHEFITTHEBILL: Following its run on 24/4/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise

Betting Forecast:

7-4 Bellbird (GB), 5-2 Cusano (GB), 5-1 Opera King (GB), 13-2 Doeshefitthebill (IRE), 14-1 Chevington (GB), 33-1 We Ain’t Walking (IRE)

Race Summary:

A good heat, several having shown promise already, though preference is for BELLBIRD after last month’s encouraging Stratford third. Cusano is a really interesting recruit to hurdling for the Dan Skelton yard, whilst Doeshefitthebill caught the eye under considerate handling here last time and is also considered.

THERESULT

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THIRD RACE 2.53

THE MORTIMER

VETS

MARES’ HANDICAP

STEEPLE

CHASE (CLASS 4)

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

for five yrs old and upwards mares

Total prize fund £11000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £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. May 10th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb MORTIMER VETS have kindly contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will pay appearance money of £350 to the horses placed 6th, 7th and 8th in this race 12 entries at £50. - Closed May 6th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10) No Horse Age st lb

1 ROYALE MARGAUX (FR) (24)

Ch m Doctor Dino (FR) - Royale Cazoumaille (FR)

Owner: DahlBury Racing

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie Sagara

6 12 0

Jockey: Ben Poste

Form: 2/02543Sponsor:Gun Dog Gin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Below-form third of 8 in handicap chase (9/2) at Cheltenham (16.3f, good) 24 days ago. Back up in trip but others more persuasive. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120

2 MOVIDDY (IRE) (24)

B m Urban Poet (USA) - Killiney Gold (IRE)

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates - Moviddy

Trainer: Noel Williams, Blewbury

Breeder: Donal Brazil

8 11 12

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 1/233P4-

Sponsor:Olive Print & Graphics

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap chase at Cheltenham (25.2f, good) 24 days ago Back down in trip but not ruled out.

3 VOICE OF CALM (GB) (24)

B m Poet’s Voice - Marliana (IRE)

Owner: Tim Syder & Hungerford Park Partnership

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Hungerford Park Stud

RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

8 11 9

Jockey: Tom Bellamy

Form: 10/3345- D

Sponsor:Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form without winning until only fifth of 8 in handicap chase at Cheltenham (16.3f, good) 24 days ago Back up in trip No forlorn hope Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

4 REGAL RENAISSANCE (GB) (46) 6

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

Owner: Ludlow Racing Partnership

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

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

11 4

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 242312- C

Sponsor:Perott Properties Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways over hurdles at Chepstow in March and backed it up with a good second of 9 in handicap hurdle at Wincanton (21.4f, heavy) 46 days ago. Goes chasing now and needs considering.

5 TRAPISTA (FR) (6)

B m Golden Horn - Quezon Sun (GER)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de La Perelle

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110

7 11 4(in 7lb ex)

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Form: 35601-1 D

Sponsor:Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Bids for a hat-trick after recent handicap chase wins at Hereford and Warwick (20f, good to soft). Saddles a 7lb penalty but still looks the one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 103

6 LOST CONNECTIONS (IRE) (24)

B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Mini Shan (IRE)

Owner: David Lipsey & OPD

Trainer: Katy Price, Llanigon

Breeder: Leonard Flynn

8 10 13

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan

Form: 453/12U- CD

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but starting to struggle when unseated rider 9th in handicap chase at Cheltenham (16.3f, good) 24 days ago. Back up in trip with more needed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

7 GREAT SNOW (FR) (24)

B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Snow Berry (FR)

Owner: Opulence Thoroughbreds NH

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

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

7 10 12

Jockey: Lorcan Murtagh

Form: 2/26P00- C

Sponsor:Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives below par, cheekpieces on when eleventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (20.2f, good) 24 days ago Needs to hit the ground running on her chase debut.

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: LOST CONNECTIONS (IRE) 7 10 13 Gavin Sheehan 9-2 (Katy Price) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Betting Forecast: 10-3 Royale Margaux (FR), 7-2 Trapista (FR), 11-2 Moviddy (IRE), 7-1 Regal Renaissance (GB), 8-1 Voice of Calm (GB), Lost Connections (IRE), 12-1 Great Snow (FR)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

A few of these arrive with a question mark against them but TRAPISTA is a notable exception and looks the way to go in her hat-trick attempt. Chasing-debutante Regal Renaissance could emerge as the main danger given she arrives in good form over hurdles, with Moviddy and Great Snow also worthy of consideration.

THERESULT

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FOURTH RACE 3.28

THE WELSH

GUARDS

ASSOCIATION 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. May 10th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb THE WELSH GUARDS ASSOCIATION have generously supported the prize fund for this race They will also present a statuette of a Welsh Guardsman to the winning owner LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will give appearance money of £350 to the horses that finish 6th, 7th & 8th in this race 20 entries at £40. - Closed May 6th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) No Horse Age st lb

1 JAZZ KING (FR) (22)

Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Jaragua (FR)

Owner: Spiers & Hartwell & Partners

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras Du Taillis & B. Wenger

8 12 0

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 43/P1/PP- C

Sponsor:F&S Consultants Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his hurdle form behind when making a winning start to his chase career here in March 2023 but has showed nothing on both starts since leaving Sam Thomas. Something to prove back over the smaller obstacles. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110

2 COLLINGHAM (GER) (37)

B g Samum (GER) - Chandos Rose (IRE)

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: D. A. Brand

6 12 0

Jockey: Charlie Maggs (7)

Form: 560000- D

Sponsor:Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has drawn a blank since winning the Scottish County here in February 2023 and last two efforts have been poor. Return to better ground could help and he’s not dismissed from a sliding mark.

3 HIM MALAYA (FR) (20)

B g Martaline - Clarte d’Or (FR)

Owner: Moger & Woodhouse

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Elise Chayrigues & Henrietta Charlet

RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

5 11 13

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 3513P3-

Sponsor:Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark when landing 2m Wincanton handicap in November and creditable third on two of three subsequent outings, coming from a long way back at Kempton on latest. Should go well.

RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 109

4 FLIGHT OF FREEDOM (IRE) (17)

B m Getaway (GER) - Dahara (FR)

Owner: The Cheltenham & South West Racing Club

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Pat McGrath

6 11 12

Jockey: Tom Bellamy

Form: 65/1244- D

Sponsor:The Jockey Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 2m mares’ novice on Warwick hurdle debut in October Back on the up returning from 5 months off when fourth at Huntingdon 17 days ago and, if sharper for that, she should make her presence felt.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108

5 SERGEANT WILSON (IRE) (18)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - In A Rush (IRE)

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Seosamh Murphy

6 11 9

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: P/52440- D

Sponsor:The SPORTING LIFE

TIMEFORM VIEW Free-goer who posted a good second at Newbury off a 4lb higher mark in November Safely held next 3 starts, no better for a return to quicker ground at Taunton on latest Has a bit to prove Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 105

6 ZUCAYAN (FR) (28)

B g Lucayan (FR) - John Quatz (FR)

Owner: Mr Ian Slatter

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Ecurie Biraben & Mrs Danielle Biraben

7 11 6

Jockey: Nick Slatter (5)

Form: 133/104- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this last year and, while he’s only been seen twice since, shaped as if retaining ability when fourth of 6 at Hereford on recent return. Should be spot on for this, so not dismissed.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

7 CAWTHORNE BANKER (IRE) (20)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Shees A Dante (IRE)

Owner: Mr E. A. Brook

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr Sam Doyle

6 11 5

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Form: 0/00531- D

Sponsor:Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper performer who, back on this sort of ground, left previous hurdling efforts well behind when scoring readily in a handicap at Kempton last time Likely type for the follow up

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 101

8

GERARD MENTOR (FR) (18)

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Trephine du Sulon (FR)

Owner: Garrett, Meacham & Woodhall

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Vincent Le Roy et al

8 11 3

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 522600- CD

Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three of his 4 career victories have come right-handed and he ran well when runner-up at Exeter/Hereford in the autumn. Lost form subsequently, showing little back from 5 months off at Taunton last time

9 SADDLERS QUEST (GB) (213)

B m Dr Massini (IRE) - Lady Maranzi

Owner: Mrs D. A. Hamer

Trainer: Debra Hamer, Carmarthen

Breeder: Mr M. P. Hamer

RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

10 10 10

Jockey: Ben Jones

Form: 0/31113- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives at the top of her game last year, completing the hat-trick at Newton Abbot, then acquitting herself well when third at Worcester (demoted from second) 7 months ago Claims if she’s ready for this return.

10 EQUUS MILLAR (IRE) (41)

B g Masterofthehorse (IRE) - Lets Get Busy (IRE)

Owner: Julia Mansfield

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

11 10 2

Jockey: James Best

Form: 0500/PP- CD

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks regressive, going off at big odds and showing nothing when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Fakenham last time Big ask from out of the weights.

11 MY MATE POLLY (GB) (33)

B f Forever Now - So Cannie

Owner: Mr E. A. Brook

Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne

Breeder: David Spence

4 10 2

Jockey: Angus Cheleda (3)

Form: 000064-

TIMEFORM VIEW No promise in bumpers. Showed more than previously in this sphere when fourth in a juvenile at Hereford last time but had the run of things and is not certain to reproduce it on handicap debut. Well out of the weights.

RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: ZUCAYAN (FR) 6 10 12 Nick Slatter 4-1 (Fergal O’Brien) 10 ran Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10. Stewards Note: FLIGHT OF FREEDOM: Following its run on 25/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. SADDLERS QUEST: Following its run on 12/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure. Betting Forecast: 3-1 Cawthorne Banker (IRE), 4-1 Him Malaya (FR), 13-2 Flight of Freedom (IRE), 10-1 Collingham (GER), 12-1 Sergeant Wilson (IRE), Zucayan (FR), Saddlers Quest (GB), 22-1 Jazz King (FR), 28-1 Gerard Mentor (FR), 33-1 My Mate Polly (GB), 50-1 Equus Millar (IRE)

Race Summary:

CAWTHORNE BANKER was impressive at Kempton last time and remains with plenty of handicapping scope on bumper form, so he’s capable of following up Him Malaya and Flight of Freedom arrive in good order with few miles on the clock, so they’re expected to get involved, too.

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FIFTH RACE 4.03

THE SINCLAIR DISCOVERY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5) (DIV I)

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

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb SINCLAIR GROUP have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the wining owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 18 entries at £30. - Closed May 6th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

No Horse Age st lb

1 PEARL ISLAND (GB) (40)

B g Dartmouth - Pearlita

Owner: The Glazeley Partnership 3

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: W. P. Jenks

5 12 0

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 2/40U55Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and only fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle (9/1) at this C&D (soft) 40 days ago. More is required.

2 NADIM (IRE) (254)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Nymphea (IRE)

Owner: Mr Eamon Kelly & M Harris

Trainer: Richard Hawker, Frome

Breeder: Juergen & Ursula Imm GbR

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

5 11 13

Jockey: Harry Reed

Form: 211130-

TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for 1st time, seventh of 9 in handicap hurdle (11/8) at Fontwell (17.7f, good) 8 months ago on his final run for Milton Harris. Cheekpieces back on with plenty more needed for his new yard. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

3 MUSIQUE DE FEE (IRE) (18)

Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Fairy Tale (FR)

Owner: Ms M. L. Peterson

Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

5 11 10

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Form: 364041- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, much improved on his handicap debut when winning over C&D (good) 18 days ago Not taken lightly despite a 4lb rise

4 AWESOME FOURSOME (GB) (23) 7

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Mini Muck

Owner: Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Nigel Twiston-Davies

96

11 10

Jockey: James Turner (7)

Form: 523233Sponsor:Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, creditable third of 14 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (23.1f, good) 23 days ago Visor on for 1st time and in the mix. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96

5 BEAR CLAWS (IRE) (15)

B g Mukhadram - Shawhill

Owner: Mrs Helen Hawkins

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Miss Madeline Burns

8 11 8

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 2400/00-

Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways on Flat at Wolverhampton last month so merits serious consideration back in this sphere off a handy-looking mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 94

6 FENNEY BROOK (GB) (46)

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Fenney Spring

Owner: Mike Harris Racing Club

Trainer: Katy Price, Llanigon

Breeder: W. P. Jenks

8 11 3

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan

Form: 601030- CD Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but only eleventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, soft) 46 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

7 EXPRESS SURPRISE (IRE) (29)

B g Mahler - Gudnis Gracious Me (IRE)

Owner: C & C Boultbee Brooks

Trainer: Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

5 11 1

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Form: 2/55U30Sponsor:Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted a respectable seventh of 13 in handicap hurdle (9/2) at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Shortlisted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87

8

BEHIND THE VEIL (GB) (125)

B m Kayf Tara - Amazing d’Azy (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs K. R. Ellis

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr & Mrs K. Ellis

6 11 1

Jockey: David Bass

Form: 0P00-

Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler. Needed stiffer test when seventh of 13 in novice hurdle (80/1) at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft) 125 days ago. Up in trip for her handicap debut so very much one to consider on the back of a wind op Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87

9 JAXONNE (FR) (81)

B g Free Port Lux - Noisete (FR)

Owner: Mr E. A. Brook

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: EARL Trinquet, O. Trinquet & M. Trinquet

5 10 9

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Form: 0/0004-

Sponsor:Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted his best effort when fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, heavy) 81 days ago Needs to build on it now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81

10 KRACQUER (GB) (138)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Norma Hill

Owner: The Giddy Gang

Trainer: Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon

Breeder: Geoff Lloyd

10 10 8

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 06P/U60-

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, last of 7 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to soft) 138 days ago Blinkers are reached for now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 80

11 ALFIE SHARP (GB) (21)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Fluffy Clouds

Owner: Pontispool Racing Club

Trainer: Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren

Breeder: Shade Oak Stud

6 10 3

Jockey: James Best

Form: 60/050-

Sponsor:Pontispool Equine Sports Centre

TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (26.4f, good to soft) 21 days ago Hard to warm to Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: HAPPY INDEX 5 10 2 Adam Wedge 13-2 (Paul Webber) 11 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Visor worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8. Stewards Note:

NADIM: Following its run on 1/9/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe and was never going. Betting Forecast: 4-1 Musique de Fee (IRE), 9-2 Nadim (IRE), 6-1 Awesome Foursome (GB), 8-1 Express Surprise (IRE), 17-2 Pearl Island (GB), 12-1 Bear Claws (IRE), Fenney Brook (GB), 18-1 Behind The Veil (GB), 22-1 Jaxonne (FR), 33-1 Kracquer (GB), 66-1 Alfie Sharp (GB)

Race Summary:

A case can be made for a few of these but BEAR CLAWS returns to this sphere on a good mark and in winning form from the Flat so edges the vote Behind The Veil is feared most now going handicapping on the back of breathing surgery, with Express Surprise and Musique de Fee also in the picture.

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SIXTH RACE 4.38

THE SINCLAIR DISCOVERY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5) (DIV II)

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

Total prize fund £7500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb SINCLAIR GROUP have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the wining owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £30. - Closed May 6th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

No Horse Age st lb

1 KINGSTON KID (IRE) (173)

Gr g Kingston Hill - Millys Gesture (IRE)

Owner: Ms G. Howell

Trainer: Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Breeder: Gce Farm Ltd

7 12 0

Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)

Form: 04F660- D

Sponsor:DRILL SERVICE (HORLEY) LTD, Nds Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts just the one win from 25 NH runs and out of sorts when last seen for Eugene M. O’Sullivan during second half of last year Passed over on stable debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

2 KAPAMAZOV (GB) (22)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Miss Poli

Owner: Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd

Trainer: James Evans, Kinnersley

Breeder: M. J. Tuckey

7 11 10

Jockey: Ben Poste

Form: 44/0640-

Sponsor:Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who failed to see his race out having raced freely when seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Bangor (19.5f) 3 weeks ago. Goes up further in trip now and not out of things provided he settles better.

3 BETHPAGE (IRE) (23)

B m Getaway (GER) - Princess Knapping (IRE)

Owner: Bonita Racing Club

Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Breeder: Liam O’Regan

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96

6 11 10

Jockey: Tom Bellamy

Form: 66/6341-

Sponsor:Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement in bumpers/mares’ maidens and, well backed, saw off stable mate to make a winning handicap debut at Fontwell (17.7f) 23 days ago, asserting run in. Has to be of interest again now she’s up and running. Up in trip Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 96

4

MACTAVISH (GB) (129)

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - On Holiday

Owner: Mr Barry Hawkins

Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Breeder: M. W. Easterby

7 11 9

Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Form: 631132-

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice at Hereford late last year and creditable efforts in defeat from inflated marks thereafter. Probably needs to pull out a bit more but not discounted if arriving in same form following 129 days off.

5 PAWPAW (GB) (100)

B g Showcasing - Papaya (IRE)

Owner: Mr Thomas Gaden

Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Breeder: Biddestone Stud Ltd

7 11 7

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan

Form: 144PPP- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice for David Bridgwater last spring but he needs to bounce back in a major way after a break/returned to hurdles following a handful of poor runs over fences for present yard

93

6 DEADLOCK (IRE) (48)

B g El Kabeir (USA) - Impasse

Owner: Not Another One Partnership

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Tom McGrath & Redmarble Farm Ltd

5 11 1

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 40664-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on the Flat and he ran creditably when fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f, good) in March. Feasible to think he could yet have more to offer in this sphere so worth a second look.

7 FLASHY BOY (IRE) (189)

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Shining Lights (IRE)

Owner: Mr N. Sutton

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Miss Christine Keymer

RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87

7 11 1

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 15/5664Sponsor:Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who offered signs of encouragement over hurdles for Tom Lacey despite looking rather slow. Moved yards and had a breathing operation prior to return (tongue strap now on, too) Market confidence behind him would look significant.

RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87

8

CHINOOK (GB) (18)

B m Sea The Stars (IRE) - Papaya (IRE)

Owner: Oaktree Racing Club

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Biddestone Stud Ltd

6 10 13

Jockey: Joe Anderson (3)

Form: 005/FP6-

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish mare ran well on second start for this stable when fifth over C&D last spring but not scaled same heights since, only sixth of 8 in a C&D handicap back from 5 months off 18 days ago Star

9 METHUSALAR (IRE) (64)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Pixie Dust (IRE)

Owner: Peter Bowen Racing Club

Trainer: Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Jim Lanigan

8 10 8

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Form: 46U6PP-

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Bangor for Alan King back in 2022 but struggled for present connections over both sets of obstacles in recent months. Cheekpieces reached for now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 80

10 KARAKORAM (GB) (5)

B g Excelebration (IRE) - Portrait

Owner: Grace Harris Racing

Trainer: Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Breeder: Mr S. P. Hussain

9 10 6

Jockey: Ben Jones

Form: 05600-4 C

Sponsor:Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Taunton last spring but largely underwhelming efforts since despite sliding mark, fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, good to soft, 6/1) 5 days ago Needs a couple of these to falter Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78

11 NO WORRIES (GB) (168)

B g Passing Glance - Silver Sequel

Owner: Dajam Ltd

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: M. Burbidge

10 10 2

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 43600P- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who won 3 times over hurdles in 2021/22 season and struck on chase debut thereafter However, largely out sorts over hurdles during second half of last year 6-month break needs to have perked him up Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2023:(See Div 1)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 9, 10, 11. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note:

METHUSALAR: Following its run on 9/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe Betting Forecast: 11-4 Bethpage (IRE), 11-2 Flashy Boy (IRE), 13-2 Mactavish (GB), 7-1 Deadlock (IRE), 12-1 Kapamazov (GB), 14-1 Kingston Kid (IRE), Karakoram (GB), 22-1 Pawpaw (GB), No Worries (GB), 25-1 Chinook (GB), Methusalar (IRE)

Race Summary:

BETHPAGE showed improved form to make a winning handicap debut at Fontwell 23 days ago and, now up and running, she looks of interest again boasting a far less exposed profile than most. Flashy Boy is another worth monitoring now handicapping on return for his new yard and market confidence behind him would look significant. Deadlock and Mactavish complete the shortlist.

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SEVENTH RACE 5.13

THE SINCLAIR DEFENDER

NOVICES’ LIMITED

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 174yds)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb SINCLAIR GROUP HAVE GENEROUSLY CONTRIBUTED TOWARDS THE PRIZEMONEY AND will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 27 entries at £30.Closed May 6th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75) No Horse Age

1 SAINT BIBIANA (IRE) (19)

B m Sholokhov (IRE) - En Vedette (FR)

Owner: Ms M. L. Peterson

Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

Breeder: Louis G. Vambeck

7 11 12

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Form: 0/56023-

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick, shaping as though a stiffer test would suit when third of 14 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good) 19 days ago Has to be taken seriously off an unchanged mark.

2 CALL ME ARTHUR (IRE) (20)

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Uliana (USA)

Owner: Mr C. B. Compton

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Mr Paul McGrath

5 11 10

Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Form: 5/00202-

Sponsor:PLUMBING WORLD

TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, good second of 8 in handicap hurdle (9/2) at Ffos Las (20f, good to soft) 20 days ago Can give another good account. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93

3 I GOT STUNG (GB) (19)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Molly’s A Diva

Owner: Mr J. Perriss

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Breeder: J. F. Perriss

6 11 9

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 5/540PF-

Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, held when fell 2 out in handicap hurdle (50/1) at Southwell (20.4f, good) 19 days ago Others more persuasive. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 92

4 I LOOK HOW I LOOK (SPA) (18)

B m Dink (FR) - Manly Dream (FR)

Owner: Alne Park Stud

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Wallhouse SL & LAC Internacional SL

5 11 8

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Form: 400022-

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

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at this course (21.2f, good) 18 days ago Cheekpieces on 1st time Merits consideration. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91

5 FANTOMAS (FR) (21)

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Trudente (FR)

Owner: Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr Franck Van Haaren

8 11 3

Jockey: Jamie Brace (7)

Form: 422135- D

Sponsor:Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Hereford in March and recorded a respectable fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (26.4f, good to soft) 21 days ago Visor on 1st time and one for the shortlist. Star RatingHHHII Official

6 LION’S VIGIL (USA) (8)

Ch g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Keeping Watch (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs RJ Manning

Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne

Breeder: Sycamore Shade Racing LLC & Holston Hall

7 10 10

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 5/004/0-F

Sponsor:R J M Design & Build

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to be asked for effort when fell 3 out in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f, soft) 8 days ago Not ruled out in his bid for a first win sine 2021.

7 LEAGUE CLASH (IRE) (28)

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Park Pit (IRE)

Owner: Mr W. A. Thomas

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Mr Jack Fenlon

5 10 10

Jockey: Ben Jones

Form: 3P50-

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in novice hurdle at Hereford (19.7f,

days

8 JOHNS DREAM (IRE) (21)

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Shamble Street (IRE)

Owner: Oaktree Racing Club

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: Mount Eaton Stud Ltd

6 10 9

Jockey: Sean Houlihan

Form: 6P0620-

TIMEFORM VIEW Tenth of 13 in handicap hurdle (7/2) at Stratford (26.4f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Not taken lightly at these weights if shrugging off latest effort.

9 BRUCIE BONUS (GB) (125)

Gr or Ro g Indian Haven - Magical Wonderland

Owner: Mr Brian Robinson

Trainer: Sarah Robinson, Bridgwater

Breeder: R. H. and Mrs Kerswell

Rating 78

7 10 9

Jockey: James Best

Form: 0P//006-

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who came in sixth of 11 in novice hurdle at Taunton (19f, good to soft) 125 days ago Cheekpieces on for 1st time now going into handicaps with lots more to do

10 SILVER ATOM (IRE) (23)

Gr g Vadamos (FR) - Dalaway (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Emma Palmer

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Joe Murphy

6 10 9

Jockey: Miss Brodie Hampson (3)

Form: 034544-

Sponsor:Archie Watson Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season out of form and fared no better back on the level when eleventh at Bath 23 days ago Needs a couple of these to falter

11 EMMA HAMILTON (IRE) (18)

B m Mount Nelson - Boldilocks

Owner: The Henry Daly Racing Club

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Simon Walford

78

6 10 6

Jockey: David Bass

Form: 400640Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 in handicap hurdle at this course (21.2f, good) 18 days ago. Visor on 1st time and others more persuasive.

12 MILANESE ROSE (IRE) (167)

Gr m Milan - Ma Furie (FR)

Owner: Proudley and Whymark Partnership

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: The Hon Mrs V. M. A. Tower

RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75

8 10 5

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 6/52P46-

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 runs and she came in a well-held sixth in handicap here on her debut over fences 167 days ago Hard to warm to

13 COILROCK (IRE) (129)

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Merry Moet (IRE)

Owner: Mr Mark E. Smith

Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Breeder: Desmond Ellard

73

7 10 5

Jockey: Tom Bellamy

Form: 000/P4P- D

Sponsor:Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Hereford (25.5f, soft) 129 days ago Cheekpieces on for 1st time now.

14 OUR FLYING ANGEL (IRE) (46)

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - L’Etoile du Nord (IRE)

Owner: Our Flying Angel Partnership

Trainer: Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Breeder: Mr K. D. Cotter

RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70

6 10 5

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Form: 500/P0Sponsor:Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 200/1, eleventh of 12 in novice hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, soft) 46 days ago Lots more is needed on her handicap debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 62

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2023: SCRUM DIDDLY (IRE) 5 11 10 Sam Twiston-Davies 5-1 (Oliver Sherwood) 6 ran Visor worn first time by No. 5, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4, 9, 13, 14.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 12.

Stewards Note: JOHNS DREAM: Following its run on 21/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. EMMA HAMILTON: Following its run on 24/4/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Betting Forecast: 11-2 I Look How I Look (SPA), 6-1 Call Me Arthur (IRE), 15-2 Silver Atom (IRE), 9-1 Saint Bibiana (IRE), Emma Hamilton (IRE), 10-1 Fantomas (FR), Lion’s Vigil (USA), 14-1 Johns Dream (IRE), 25-1 I Got Stung (GB), 33-1 League Clash (IRE), Brucie Bonus (GB), Milanese Rose (IRE), Our Flying Angel (IRE), 66-1 Coilrock (IRE)

Race Summary:

PLAY SMARTER

A few with chances but SAINT BIBIANA should prove suited by this step up in trip so looks the way to go off a lenient mark in her bid for a breakthrough hurdling victory Call Me Arthur is feared most on the back of his good Ffos Las second, although a solid case can also be made for the likes of I Look How I Look, Lion’s Vigil and Fantomas.

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SINCLAIR GROUP LADIES DAY

SUNDAY 12TH MAY 2024

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

PATRON

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

STEWARDS

Guy Upton (Chief Steward)

Joanne Hawkins (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Ali Galliers-Pratt, Tom Evetts,

Simon Kirk

STARTERS

William Jordan

Lee Jones

JUDGE

Nick Bostock

CLERKS OF THE SCALES

Ella McCain

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Joanna Vickers

Melanie Sheppard

Christopher Maiden

VETERINARY OFFICER

Kate Maxwell

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr M Davies SRMO

Dr S Rayner RMO

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Graham Potts BVetMed MRCVS

J. Campbell BVMS MRCVS

Anne Gibbs MRCVS

NURSE

Naomi Cummings

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Cathryn Woodhall FARRIER

Mr D Williams

CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE

Viscount Boyne

COMMENTATOR

Alex Fussey

BETTING RING MANAGER

Kevin Evans

COURSE OFFICIALS

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Simon Sherwood

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Diane Thomas

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

Mark Horner

ACCOUNTANT

Tracy Price

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Penny Morris

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Tom Moreland

SECURITY OFFICER

Chris Booton

CATERING MANAGER

Stuart Matthews

LUDLOW RACECOURSE

Bromfield, Ludlow, SY8 2BT

Racecourse Office: The office is situated in the Members’ Enclosure.

T: 01584 856221

E: mail@ludlowracecourse.co.uk

W: www.ludlowracecourse.co.uk

IMPORTANT NOTICES

ADMISSION BADGES

We would be grateful if all racegoers (annual & day members, owners and trainers) would prominently display their badges at all times. Thank you for your co-operation.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY AT ALL BRITISH RACECOURSES

Admission to the racecourse is subject to the right of the Racecourse Executive to refuse admission to or to expel any racegoer whose behaviour is considered by it to constitute or to be likely to lead to unruly behaviour. Any instance of unruly behaviour, such as drunkenness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting, shall entitle the Racecourse Executive to expel the offending racegoer without prior notice It is forbidden to take a drink or food into racecourse enclosures other than picnic areas Racegoers must abide by any regulations, including the observance of designated no-drinking areas and standards of dress

DRESS CODE

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

ABANDONMENT POLICY

In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges & tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances:

a) Abandonment before completion of the first race: Full Refund

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

c) Abandonment thereafter: No Refund Refunds cannot be made on the day.

All refunds must be claimed within 28 days of the meeting.

To obtain a refund, racegoers must send their ticket with full name and address details to: Ludlow Race Club Ltd., Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2BT

CANTER DOWN/AMBULANCE TRACK

Members of the public are not permitted on this area at any time during racing.

HORSE WELFARE

“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider” At Ludlow Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks as far as possible. We aim to deal quickly and humanely with injured horses and to maintain the highest quality of veterinary care We have three Equine Veterinary Surgeons in attendance at all meetings who are responsible for the welfare of all horses in action One Veterinary Surgeon follows the race in the centre of the course and can attend a horse with the same response time as the Paramedic teams responsible for the jockeys. It is our policy to erect screens around any injured horse requiring Veterinary attention on the racecourse. This is designed to provide privacy for the Veterinary Surgeons, the patient and connections Please do not assume the worst.

LUDLOW CLUB ROOM

The Ludlow Club Room on the ground floor of the Plymouth Stand is for the Exclusive use of the holders of Ludlow Annual Members Metal Badges and Ludlow Annual Members Guest Badges only.

COURSE CROSSINGS

In the interests of Safety would members of the public please note that when the order “Jockey Mount” is given they must clear the course ready for the horses leaving the paddock and going to the start.

VIEWING ON COURSE

Would all patrons please note that while any race is in progress no person is allowed on the course except Racecourse Ground Staff and First Aid Attendants. All other persons must stay behind the running rails. THIS INCLUDES OWNERS, TRAINERS, JOCKEYS, PRESS and PHOTOGRAPHERS.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

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

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

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

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

PUBLIC EVACUATION

PROCEDURE PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

In the unlikely event that the racecourse buildings need to be evacuated please read the following information for your own safety. The Racecourse Management will only take such action if an emergency situation arises such as a FIRE or BOMB THREAT and all decisions taken will place public safety as a priority. If an evacuation is necessary the following announcement will be made over the PA system:

“THIS IS A SECURITY MESSAGE. IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PERSONS TO LEAVE THE RACECOURSE BUILDINGS AND WALK TO THE GOLF COURSE IN THE CENTRE OF THE COURSE”.

Unless otherwise instructed ALL members of the public will be evacuated to this area There will be NO access to either the Annual Members or Owners & Trainers Car Parks. No vehicles will be allowed to leave the site until allowed by the Police so as to keep surrounding roads clear for Emergency vehicles In the event that the evacuation is cancelled or it is safe for the public to return a further announcement will be made At all times the Management and Staff will try and keep you informed Thank you for your co-operation.

OWNERS INFORMATION

The Directors of Ludlow Race Club would like to welcome the Owners of all runners to today’s meeting and thank them for their support. There are designated facilities available for Owners as follows: OWNERS & TRAINERS BAR

Situated in the Clive Pavilion adjacent to the Owners & Trainers entrance this offers full Bar facilities and complimentary tea and coffee. There is also direct access from this bar to the Clive Carvery from where Tea, Coffee, Snacks and Meals can be purchased WINNING CONNECTIONS

Mementos are presented to the winners of all races and the winning connections will be invited to partake in a glass (or two) of Champagne with one of the Directors after the race ASSISTANCE TO OWNERS:

Should any Owner require assistance, the Owners Hostess is Becky who can be contacted on 01584 856221 Alternatively you can contact: Simon Sherwood – General Manager & Clerk of the Course - 07836 215639

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