Market Rasen Racecard - Friday 12th May

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Chief Steward

Michael Eyre

Stewards’ Panel Chair

Peter Crafts

Steward

Simon Connaway

Assistant Steward

Lauren Thomson

Raceday Assistant

Ali Galliers-Pratt

Starters

Russell Garritty, Shaun Mitchell

Judge

Di Clark

Clerk Of The Scales

Karl Curran

Handicapper

Andrew Mealor

Veterinary Officer

Mark Collins

Veterinary Surgeons

Norrie Chapman, B.V.Sc., M.R.C.V.S.

Mark W. A. Andrews, B.V.M.&S., M.R.C.V.S.

Vets from Rase Equine Veterinary Centre Medical Officers

Dr Wroe, Dr Dickson, Dr McGarity

Nurse

Debbie Mapplethorpe

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Karen West, David Cook, Elizabeth Budden

Raceday Presenter

Gary Capewell

Commentator

Malcolm Tomlinson

Betting Ring Manager

Paul Hays

Chairman

Sue Lucas

Racecourse Directors

Kate Key, Michael Tuck, Lucy Parry, Biddy Dudgeon & Helen Connors

General Manager

Nadia Powell

Clerk Of The Course

Jack Pryor

Head Groundsman

Tim Beebe

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National Hospitality Sales Executive

Rachel Squires

Hospitality & Events Co-Ordinator

Patricia Grove

Commercial & Operations Manager

Hannah Butler

Customer Relations Executive

Jennifer Lawrence

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Peter Jardine

Deputy Catering Manager

Emma Walsh

THEBOOKYOURTOMGRENNANTICKETSNOW! CONDITIONALJOCKEYS’NOVICES’HANDICAP HURDLERACE(CLASS5)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (PenaltyValue £4224.80)Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable.

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): O Murphy (54 wins from 246 runners, 22%) runs PRINCESS POPPY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (8 wins from 25 runners, 32%) runs KINGFAST

LONGESTTRAVELLERS: KINGFAST trained by Fergal O’Brien & UNCLE ARTHUR trained by N Twiston-Davies - both Cheltenham, 174 miles.

1 LENEBANE (IRE) (76)

BmVadamos(FR)-Callmeakhab(IRE)

5 12-0

J AaronAnderson E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Old Gold Racing 15

B Tally-Ho Stud

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

2 UNCLEARTHUR (GB) (36)

BgBlueBresil(FR)-MiniMuck

J Finn Lambert (3)

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O Million in Mind Partnership

B Nigel Twiston-Davies

S Goffs UK Ltd

3

KINGFAST(IRE) (21)

BgFastCompany(IRE)-Monarchy(IRE)

8 11-9

J Jack Hogan (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Mr G. Brandrick & Partner and Ed Davies

B D. Veitch & B. Douglas

S Dunraven Group of Companies

4 LOVINJUKEBOX (GER) (28)

BgJukeboxJury(IRE)-LovinDesert(GER)

J Theo Gillard (3)

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

O Birkdale Bloodstock

B Gestut Keilhof

S Proactive Personnel Limited

5 11-5

5 PRINCESS POPPY(GB) (19)

BmOcovango-LoxhillLady

J Lewis Stones

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O Mr Robert Brinkley

B Distillery Stud

S McCoy Contractors

6 SYR MAFFOS (IRE) (29)

BgMountNelson-MapleMons(IRE)

5 11-5

TFRHHHII BHA97

FORM055246-

TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed a fair level of ability in Irish maiden hurdlesforRossO’Sullivan.Belowthatlevelin2outingsfornewyard duringthewinterbutmayfarebetternowhandicappingafterashort break.Alsohascheekpiecesadded. 25Feb

TFRHHIII BHA93

FORM100405-

TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner last summer Has disappointingly failedtobetterpoorformoverhurdlesbutit’sstillfairlyearlydays

TFRHHHHI BHA92

FORM05/0//630-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer on the Flat several years ago Largely strugged since hurdle debut second in September 2019 but not with this yard long and this return to a shortertrip should help Notdismissedfromfallingmark.

TFRHHHII BHA88

FORM0/50F26TIMEFORMVIEWBestrunoverhurdleswhen9lengthssecondon17f Sedgefield handicap debut in March but needs to shrug off a disappointingrunbacktheresince.

TFRHHHII BHA88

FORM00P6-

TIMEFORMVIEWYettoshowmuchbuthandicapsprovideherwith amuchmorerealisticchance.Onetonoteinthebetting.

TFRHHHHI BHA83

5 11-0

J JayTidball (3) E Visor

T Tom Lacey, Woolhope

O Mrs T. P. James

B P. R. Charles

S Tote

7 GEORGE MALLORY(GB) (28)

BgKingman-RoseEtNoire(IRE)

J Lewis Dobb (3)

7 10-7

T Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield

O Mr C. T. Pogson

B Ecurie des Charmes

FORM3/30054-

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered, offered more than previously when fourth of 14 in 2m Taunton handicap last month. That gives him somethingtobuildon.Oneofthemorelikelytypes.

13Apr Tnt 16f HcpH

TFRHHIII BHA76

FORM5DP2P5-

TIMEFORM VIEW First past the post at Uttoxeter last summer (subsequentlydisqualifiedforabannedsubstance).Returnedfrom4 months offto finish second at Southwell in November but offagain untilbelowparin2runsthisspring.Bouncebackneeded. 14Apr

8 ONE MAN PARTY(FR) (19)

BgAuthorized(IRE)-Ahdaaf(USA)

J Caoilin Quinn

6 10-7

T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

O Simon Hunt & Jack Hunt

B Mr Eric Lemaitre

S Winvic Construction Limited

9 CLEAN GETAWAY(IRE) (30)

BgGetaway(GER)-DeeTwoOTwo(IRE)

J JoeWilliamson

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

O Mr P. Kirby

B Adrian Sutton

6 10-6

S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

10 SOLID FUEL(GB) (67)

BgOasisDream-BurlesqueStar(IRE)

J Cillin Leonard

5 10-2

T Joanne Thomason-Murphy, Chelmsford

O Joanne Thomason-Murphy

B M. E. Broughton

11 RAVI ROAD (IRE) (19)

J HarrietTucker(5)

T Mark Usher, Lambourn

O Ushers Court

B Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill

12 NAASIK (GB) (545)

BgPoet’sVoice-Shemriyna(IRE)

O

B

13 L’ES FREMANTLE (FR) (80)

BgOrpen(USA)-GrandDesign

J PhilipArmson

12 10-2

T Michael Chapman, Market Rasen

O Mrs M. Chapman

B Mr PeterWebb

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

TFRHHHHH BHA76

FORM0P0F-

TIMEFORMVIEW Related to plenty of winners and looked to be in the process of showing improved form (tracking leaders and yet to be asked foreffort)when falling 3 out on Plumpton handicap debut

19daysago Interestingrunner

23Apr

TFRHHHHI BHA75

FORM40F054-

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t make much of an impact in 4 starts for NickyHenderson. Has alsoyetto get reallycompetitive forthisyard eitherbuthetravelledwelluntilpossiblyhavinghisstaminastretched over20.5fatSouthwelllatest.Maydobetterbackatshorter

TFRHHIII BHA68

FORM66PP56-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when second in a Huntingdon bumper last spring but hasn’t made much ofan impact in his 7 outings over hurdles.

BHA74 FORM640-

TFRHIIII BHA62

FORMU00PPP- C

TIMEFORMVIEWCoursechasewinnerbutit’salongtimesincehe’s shownanythingofworth.

2022: GERARD MENTOR (FR) 6 11 7 Kevin Brogan 17-2 (Kim Bailey) 13 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Hood worn by No 2. Visor worn by No 6.

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

Probable S.P’s: 9-2

Syr Maffos (IRE), 6-1 One Man Party (FR), 8-1 Lovin Jukebox (GER), 9-1 Lenebane (IRE),

Princess Poppy (GB), Clean Getaway (IRE), 14-1 Uncle Arthur (GB), Ravi Road (IRE), 16-1 George Mallory (GB), 40-1 Solid Fuel (GB), 100-1 Naasik (GB), 150-1 L’Es Fremantle (FR)

Kingfast (IRE), 11-1

PLAY SMARTER

ONE MAN PARTY looked menacing when falling 3 out on his recent handicap debut and might be worth siding with in a race where few arrive with compelling claims. There were better signs from Syr Maffos at Taunton last time so he’s a possible threat, while Kingfast hasn’t been with the Fergal O’Brien stable for long and this return to a shorter trip should help

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ONE MAN PARTY (FR) 2.SYR MAFFOS (IRE) 3.KINGFAST (IRE)

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MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 Owners Prize Money 1st £3130, 2nd £1565, 3rd £782, 4th £392. (PenaltyValue £4084.50)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Dr R Newland (20 wins from 90 runners, 22%) runs ENDLESSPOSSIBILITY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs ABSOLUTE RULER

LONGESTTRAVELLER: BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 256 miles.

(43)

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O URSA Major Racing & Partner

B

J Cillin Leonard (5)

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

O Racing To Profit Syndicate 2 & Partner

B Richard Mathias

3 SMARTCONNECTION (IRE) (9)

BgDutchArt-EndlessLove(IRE)

J PhilipArmson (3)

T Michael Chapman, Market Rasen

O Mrs M. Chapman

B Mrs S. M. Roy

4 TOMMOUSE (IRE) (30)

BgGetaway(GER)-RunSupreme(IRE)

J Patrick Cowley(3)

7 11-4

T LJ Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

O Gordon & Su Hall

B Close Holding Ltd

5 ABSOLUTE RULER (USA) (41)

BgWarFront(USA)-TogetherForever(IRE)

4 10-12

J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap

T Jennie Candlish, Leek

O Mr Brian Verinder

B Orpendale, Chelston, Wynatt & Westerberg

S PRAWorld Ltd

6 MYBROTHERJACK (IRE) (28)

BgDecoratedKnight-BellaBella(IRE) 4 10-12

J Brian Hughes E Cheek Pieces

T Ollie Pears, Malton

O Jo-Co Partnership

B Yeomanstown Lodge Stud Ltd & Bsl

S Tote

7 BEAUTIFULSURPRISE (GB) (29)

ChfRibchester(IRE)-LovelySurprise(IRE)

4 10-5

J Sean Bowen E Hood

T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

O Mr Samuel QuigleyThornefarmracing Ltd

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

S Junction

TFRHHHHI BHA122

FORM5236/23-

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who went very close to opening his hurdlesaccountin19fmaidenatKilbegganonhisfinaloutingforEmmetMullins inSeptember Wellheldinafirst-timetonguestraponstabledebutatWarwick butwasprobablyunsuitedbythecombinationoftrip/ground.Setsthestandard.

TFRHIIII BHAFORMUr-

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair at best on Flat forAlice Haynes but no show forthisyardandhasfailedtocompletebothstartsinmaidenhurdles (ranoutaftertryingtorefuseonmostrecentouting)

TFRHHHII BHAFORM5-

TIMEFORMVIEW Getaway gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly usefulhurdler/usefulchaserRunToMilan(21/4m-3mwinner).Shapedasifbetter fortherunwithahoodfittedwhenfifthof13inamaidenhurdleatSouthwellon lastmonth’sRulesdebutandshoulddobetter,especiallywhenuppedintrip

TFRHHIII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer at 2 yrs on Flat for Donnacha AidanO’Brienbuthadmadelittleimpactsince.Tonguetiedforhurdle debut. 1Apr

TFRHHHHH BHA107 FORM2223-

TIMEFORMVIEWModestFlatwinnerwhofoundonlyonetoogoodonhis3starts over hurdles, overdoing the forcing tactics at Musselburgh in November Didn’t seemathomeinthemudafter5monthsoffwhenthirdatSedgefield4weeksago andmajorplayernowreturnedtobetterground.Cheekpiecesonfor1sttime.

14Apr

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: OSLO 5 11 4 PaddyBrennan 1-8 (Fergal O’Brien) 5 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 5. Stewards Note:

BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE: Following its run on 13/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Carrarea (IRE), 11-4 My BrotherJack (IRE), 7-1 Tommouse (IRE), 20-1 Absolute Ruler (USA), 33-1 Beautiful Surprise (GB), 100-1 Endlesspossibility (GB), 200-1 Smart Connection (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

MY BROTHER JACK hardly looked at home on more testing ground than previously after 5 months off when third at Sedgefield 4 weeks ago, so much better is expected of him now returned to more suitable conditions. He gets the narrow vote over standard-setter Carrarea in what is likely to prove a match unless Tommouse takes a step forward.

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THE LUCAS MACHINERY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (PenaltyValue £10562)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Fergal O’Brien (28 wins from 155 runners, 18%) runs GOLDEN TAIPAN

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (8 wins from 25 runners, 32%) runs GOLDEN TAIPAN

WEIGHTWATCHER: FIDUX won off a handicap mark of 140, his rating is now down 9lb to 131.

LONGESTTRAVELLER: CORRAN CROSS trained by Richard Bandey, Kingsclere, 181 miles.

1 SCIPION (IRE) (18)

BgShantou(USA)-MorningCalm

7 12-2

J JayTidball (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Tom Lacey, Woolhope

O MrJerry Hinds & MrAshley Head

B Victor Connolly

S Plusbac

2 FIDUX (FR) (32)

BgFineGrain(JPN)-FolleTempete(FR)

J Tom Cannon

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

O AXOM LXVIII

10 12-1

B P. Barbe, W. Barbe, E. Barbe & H. Barbe

S Axom Ltd

3 FRENCHYDU LARGE (FR) (34)

GrgAlNamix(FR)-QuadencedeSivola(FR) 8 12-0

J Robert Dunne E Cheek Pieces

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O MrAndrew Wiles

B P. Noue, B. Quennesson & J. Feddes

S Faucets Limited

4 GOLDENTAIPAN (IRE) (18)

BgGoldenLariat(USA)-RoseofTaipan(IRE) 9 11-11

J Jack Hogan (5) E Tongue Strap

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Double Barrels Of Courage

B Mr D. Farrell

S Bresbet

5 ONETRUE KING (IRE) (34)

ChgGetaway(GER)-FinalLeave(IRE)

THIRD RACE 2.50

2m 7f 191y

TFRHHHII BHA132

FORM1/341P2- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces fitted and built on earlier chasing promise when landing 4-runner handicap at Lingfield in February Stuck to his task well when going close at Kempton (3m, soft) last timebutlooksvulnerableup3lbinthisdeeperrace

24Apr Kmp 24f HcpC gd-sf 2/7 Pasvolsky (IRE) 1/2l

18Mar Utt 34f HcpC soft P/17 MajorDundee (IRE) -

14Feb Lin 23f HcpC good 1/4 SeigneurdesAs(FR) nose

TFRHHHII BHA131

FORMP/05022- C

TIMEFORMVIEW Made frame in Scottish National last season and back to form the last twice, finishing second to the resurgent Boldmerein3mhandicapsatDoncaster(good)andFakenham(soft) Formfigureshereread21andhe’sonetoconsider 10Apr

TFRHHHHH BHA130

FORMF/F4342-

TIMEFORMVIEWDual21/2mwinnerduring 2021/22campaignand posted one of his best efforts since that double when runner-up in first-timecheekpieces(retained)atHaydock(25.6f,goodtofirm)last month.Majorplayer.

8Apr Hay 25f HcpC gd-sf 2/14 Jeffery’s Cross (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA127

FORM02403P- D

TIMEFORMVIEWWonacoupleofsmall-fieldhandicapsatPerthlast summer and probably need the run when pulled up at Kempton recently Eased just 1lb since and he’s likely to find one of two too good.

24Apr Kmp 24f HcpC gd-sf P/7 Pasvolsky (IRE)Dec22 Lei 20f HcpC gd-fm 3/7 Bold Endeavour 10l

Nov22 Wcn 25f HcpC gd-fm 9/11 Frodon (FR) 38l

TFRHHIII BHA125

8 11-9

J SamTwiston-Davies E Cheek Pieces

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O RacehorseClub.com

B Joe Fogarty

S RacehorseClub.com

6 CORRAN CROSS (IRE) (135)

BgDoyen(IRE)-SteelLady(IRE)

J HarryBannister

T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

O Miss A. M. Reed

B William P. Delaney

S Tote

7 GO ON CHEZ (GB) (182)

BgMalinas(GER)-Who’sAfraid

8 11-7

FORM556330- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner here and opened chase account backatthiscourse(21.4f,good)inSeptember Hasfoundlifetougher since, though, and he was a fair way behind Frenchy du Large at Haydocklastmonth.

8Apr Hay 25f HcpC gd-sf 8/14 Jeffery’s Cross (IRE) 31l

18Mar Kmp 20f HcpC soft 3/10 Complete Unknown (IRE)18l

22Feb Lud 23f HcpC good 3/6 SeigneurdesAs (FR) 21/2l

TFRHIIII BHA123

FORMF21/3PP- D

TIMEFORMVIEW Hit the target off a similar mark at Haydock last spring but needs to bounce back following a couple of non-completions.

Dec22 Lei 20f HcpC good P/10 OurJet (IRE) -

Jun22 Mkt 21f HcpC good P/8 Mahler’s Promise (IRE) -

May22 Ain 19f HcpC good 3/8 Destrier(FR) 15l

TFRHHHII BHA122

7 11-6

J HenryBrooke E Tongue Strap

T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

O Kevin Roberts

B Yorton Farm Stud

S Swansway

FORM132FP1- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice last year and added to his tally when easily scoring in a first-time tongue strap at Southwell (24.3f, good) in November Conditions in his favour back from a break but this6lbhighermarkcouldprovetobeastumblingblock.

Nov22 Swl 24f HcpC good 1/7 RoqueIt(IRE) 11l

Oct22 Chl 25f HcpC gd-fm P/20 JimmyThe Digger -

Oct22 Kmp 24f HcpC good F/5 Minella Buster(IRE) -

8 BETTYBALOO (GB) (33)

BmSchiaparelli(GER)-Tarabaloo

J Jamie Hamilton

T Tim Easterby, Malton

O Mr R. W. Metcalfe

B R. W. Metcalfe

9 LADRONNE (FR) (21)

BgLinda’sLad-Worldeta(FR)

7 11-1

TFRHHHHI BHA117

FORM326121- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper/hurdles scorer who accounted for next-time-out winner Credo in a mares’ handicap at Catterick in February Doubled her tally in this sphere with plenty to spare over C&Dlastmonthandshe’samajorplayer,despitegoingup7lb

TFRHHHII BHA116

FORM256234-

9 11-0

J William Shanahan (7) E Tongue Strap

T Tjade Collier, Wilsden

O T C Racing Syndicate

B Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu

S T C Racing

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 7, 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 5.

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful at Wetherby and Catterick during the autumn,andgoodsecondattheformercourseoffa1lbhighermark inMarch.Creditablefourthof13atAyr(24.3f,good)lasttimeandhe’s notwithoutachance.

BROKEN QUEST(IRE) 10 11

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Frenchy du Large (FR), 4-1 Betty Baloo (GB), 5-1 Fidux (FR), 6-1 Go On Chez (GB), 8-1 Scipion (IRE), 17-2 Ladronne (FR), 22-1 One True King (IRE), 28-1 Golden Taipan (IRE), 40-1 Corran Cross (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The vote goes to FRENCHY DU LARGE, who pulled clear of the third (Ladronne) when runner-up in a competitive Haydock handicap and a reproduction ofthat effort would give him every chance. Betty Baloo was pretty impressive over C&D last month, even allowing for the fact that she was probably seen to best effect, and Tim Easterby’s charge is feared most ahead of Fidux.

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VICTOR LUCAS 1905-1971

Market Rasen racegoers havethe opportunityto enjoyhorse racing in surroundings second to none, almost entirely due to the foresight and meticulous planning ofVictor Lucas.

Faced with a range of buildings previously used to accommodate POW’s during wartime Victor Lucas gradually constructed a facility of which we can all be justly proud.

Victor Lucas acted in official capacity as Clerk of the Course and/or Auctioneer at many different racecourses up and down the country, he brought back with him valuable experience to his beloved Market Rasen. Priority was given to a) ensure the whole Track could be seen from all enclosures, b) that the Parade Ring be situated between the Buildings and Course, accessible to all racegoers, c) Family Racing be promoted by providing a Children’s Playground and a picnic area. These amenities still in place today and been upgraded as time has passed.

Victor Lucas masterminded the sale of the racecourse in 1967 to a subsidiary of the Jockey Club, whereby racing could continue at Market Rasen, ‘for as far as the eye could see’

The Lucas family have been involved at Market Rasen ever since the sale, providing invaluable support and ensuring its future as an inextricable link to the past.

Sue Lucas

THE VICTOR LUCAS MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (PenaltyValue £10562)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22):

N Twiston-Davies (17 wins from 97 runners, 18%) runs

BALLINTUBBER BOY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Hawke (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs EXMOOR FOREST

LONGESTTRAVELLER: EXMOOR FOREST trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 256 miles.

1 SAYADAM (FR) (29)

BgSaintdesSaints(FR)-Catmoves(FR)

6 12-1

J David Bass E Tongue Strap

T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

O Lady Dulverton

B Mr Richard Corveller

S

2 GIOVANNI CHANGE (FR) (18)

GrgFrenchFifteen(FR)-AskForRain

J Tom Midgley(5)

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

VICTOR LUCAS MEMORIAL

TFRHHHII BHA126

FORM21/1343-

TIMEFORM VIEW Kelso bumper winner who hasn’t done much wrongsinceswitchedtohurdles,winning3times,andlatestthirdto a bang in-form rival upped to 23.9fatTaunton (good to soft) was a creditableeffort.Each-waychance.

TFRHHHII BHA124

8 11-13

O Readers & Wiggy, The 8 Amigos & J Burns

B Sarl Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville

S Mark Walford Racing

3 EXMOOR FOREST(IRE) (11) (in 7lb ex)

BgSageburg(IRE)-HornerVale(IRE)

J Sean Bowen

T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

O Thorne Farm Racing Ltd

B P. M. Prior-Wandesforde

S Junction 24 Ltd

4 TANGANYIKA(FR) (48)

BgMartaline-NoritaHas(FR)

J Shane Quinlan (3)

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O Mrs C. S. Wilson

B E.A.L. Haras de Montaigu et al

S Faucets Limited

5 ZESTFUL(GB)

(22)

6 11-7

FORMP310P2- CD

TIMEFORMVIEW Prone to mistakes but delivered a good round of jumpingwhenmakingalloverthisC&Dlastsummer Decisivewinner back from a break on the Flat at Pontefract recently and he’s not discounted.

TFRHHIII BHA111 (+6)

FORM0/0034-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved since joining this yard, placed in a Chepstow novice/Exeter handicap prior to opening his account in a Warwickmaiden(25f,goodtosoft)11daysago However,improvement neededinordertodefya7lbpenaltybackinhandicapcompany. 1May

TFRHHIII BHA117

5 11-6

FORM3/0F416-

TIMEFORMVIEWLandeda3-y-ohurdleondebutinFranceinspring 2021 and first success on these shores when bagging a Carlisle handicap (19.3f, good to soft) in February Not in the same form at Bangornexttime,though,andothersmakemoreappeal.

TFRHHHHI BHA127

FORM112-

BfPostponed(IRE)-Heart’sContent(IRE) 4

J

T

B Godolphin

6 BALLINTUBBER BOY(IRE)

BgRobindesChamps(FR)-ManhattanBabe(IRE)

(80)

6 11-5

J SamTwiston-Davies E Visor

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O Mason and McGoff

B Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd

S Azat Mard

7 SOME SCOPE (GB) (34)

BgTelescope(IRE)-Rosygo(IRE)

J Gavin Sheehan

5 11-1

T Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

O Rubicon Racing

B MrW. L. Smith & Partners

TIMEFORMVIEWFairperformeronthelevel(stays13/4m)whohas already surpassed that form over hurdles, winner of first 2 starts in this sphere prior to going close in a Listed contest at Cheltenham (20.2f,good) Furtherprogresslikelyonhandicapdebut. 20Apr

TFRHHHII BHA116

FORM66/1641- CD

TIMEFORMVIEWClumsysortwhoovercametypicaljumpingerrors to score at Stratford in October Kept mistakes to a minimum when making all over this C&D last time and, if able to dial-in to a similar performanceoffthis5lbhighermark,heshouldbeonthepremises.

21Feb Mkt 23f HcpH good 1/6

Dec22

TFRHHHHH BHA112

FORM15441-

TIMEFORMVIEW Irish point winner who showed ability in a trio of maiden hurdles before readily accounting for 9 rivals on handicap debut uppedto 24.3fat Haydock (goodto firm) last month. 8lb rise tolerablegiventhathe’sprobablycapableofbetterstill. 8Apr

8 HASHTAG BOUM (FR) (25)

BorBrmAlNamix(FR)-Engagee(FR)

J HenryBrooke

T Ruth Jefferson, Malton

6 10-13

O TheyAre Never at Home Partnership

B E.U.R.L. AGB Agency & S. Berger

S Tote

9 BADDESLEY(IRE) (33)

BgPresenting-FoxTheatre(IRE)

J Tom Cannon

T Chris Gordon, Winchester

TFRHHHII BHA110

FORM102321- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who deservedly opened her Rules account in decisive fashion at Kelso (22.7f, good) 6lb rise is certainlynotthe end ofthe world andthis low-mileage 6-y-o hasto entercalculations.

17Apr

8 10-9

E Cheek Pieces

O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire

B Ms N. Metcalfe

S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing &TimberLtd

TFRHHIII BHA106

FORM315P33-

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles at the seventh attempt whenmakingvirtuallyallatPlumpton(20.5f,goodtosoft)inNovember Creditablethird in a first-timevisor(omitted here) overthe same C&D lasttimebuthisprofileistoopatchyforcomfort.Cheekpiecesbackon.

-

2022: POUNDING POET(IRE) 6 11 9 Stan Sheppard 11-2 (Tom Lacey) 9 ran Hood worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9.

Stewards Note:

TANGANYIKA: Following its run on 25/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Zestful (GB), 9-2 Some Scope (GB), 6-1 Hashtag Boum (FR), 15-2 Ballintubber Boy (IRE), 9-1 Sayadam (FR), 10-1 Giovanni Change (FR), 12-1Tanganyika (FR), 14-1 ExmoorForest (IRE), 16-1 Baddesley (IRE) PLAY

The unexposed SOME SCOPE did the job well when making a winning handicap debut at Haydock and, with the promise of better to come from this 5-y-o, he is pretty appealing. Zestful lost no caste in defeat when finding just one too good in Listed company at Cheltenham and she is second choice. Third on the list is Hashtag Boum, who should remain competitive following a 6lb rise for her Kelso breakthrough success.

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THE BDN CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (PenaltyValue £4224.80)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): O Murphy (54 wins from 246 runners, 22%) runs BUSHTUCKER PARK

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs BUSHTUCKER PARK

WEIGHTWATCHER: DORA DE JANEIRO won off a handicap mark of 98, her rating is now down 13lb to 85.

LONGESTTRAVELLER: ARGUS trained by Alexandra Dunn, Wellington, 249 miles.

1

ALLBETSOFF(IRE) (34)

BgCarlotamix(FR)-LongerLashes(IRE)

J Jamie Hamilton

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

7 12-2

O New Vision Bloodstock & G B Walford

B John O’Brien

S Cube3 Construction

2 MARIAMAGDALENA(IRE)

BmBattleofMarengo(IRE)-FewWords

J HarrietTucker(7)

T Alex Hales, Edgecote

O The Problem Solvers

B Golden Vale Stud

S Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

3

METHUSALAR (IRE) (353)

BgSholokhov(IRE)-PixieDust(IRE)

J Tom Cannon

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

O Top Brass Partnership

B Jim Lanigan

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

4 RORYAND ME (FR) (33)

BgShamardal(USA)-Rosawa(FR)

(171)

7 11-13

2m 4f 139y

TFRHHHII BHA102 (-2)

FORM3F34P3-

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but posted another respectable effort when 6 lengths third in an 11-runner Carlisle handicap (17f) 5 weeks ago Step back up in trip rates a plus and he’s not out of thingsfromsteadilyeasingmark.

8Apr Car 17f HcpH gd-sf 3/11 Burrows Hall (FR) 6l

Nov22 Mkt 20f HcpH gd-sf P/10 HappyAnd Fine (FR) -

Oct22 Car 17f HcpH soft 4/10 Well Educated (IRE) 101/4l

TFRHHHII BHA99

FORM233335- C

TIMEFORMVIEWOnalonglosingrunbutconsistencyhardtoknockover hurdlesduringsecondhalfoflastyear,hittingtheframeon5consecutive occasions.Probablybestnotjudgedtooharshlyonlatterrunoverfences inNovemberandgoodshowinganticipatedbackfromabreak.

TFRHHHHH BHA99

7 11-13

FORM4353/31-

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o who confirmed previous promise when opening his account in 10-runner Bangor handicap (19.5f) 12 months ago, provingtoo speedyfora stayingtype in second.Absent subsequentlybutunlikelytobelackingforfitnessonreturn.Possibilities.

May22 Bgr 19f HcpH gd-sf 1/5

TFRHHHII BHA99

8 11-13

J ConorO’Farrell E Tongue Strap

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mr Richard Howard & Mr Ben Howard

B S.C.E.A. Haras de Son Altesse L’Aga Khan

S Effingham Steel Services Ltd

5 PROPERTWELVE (IRE) (33)

BrgPresenting-RubyReel(IRE)

J Rex Dingle

T Chris Gordon, Winchester

O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire

B Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited

5 11-10

S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing &TimberLtd

6 TEESCOMPONENTSFLY(GB) (329)

ChgShirocco(GER)-HulaBallew

J Tom Midgley(5)

T Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

O Tees Components Ltd

B Tees Components Ltd

7 MISTYMANI (GB) (49)

BmSulamani(IRE)-MysticGlen

J PeterKavanagh (5)

T Peter Niven, Malton

O Mrs

6 11-5

FORM45/1650- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark over hurdles in 6-runner maiden here (18.6f) last summer Unable to make a meaningful impact in handicaps since but he might have needed latest outing after5monthsoff Onetokeepaneyeoninthebetting.

TFRHHHII BHA96

FORM530602-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and he produced easily his most convincing piece of form over hurdles when second in 13-runner Plumpton handicap(20.5f)33daysago,headedafterthelastbutkeepingon.Remains low-mileagefromahandicappingperspectiveifhecanbuildonthatnow.

TFRHHHHI BHA91

FORM003/333-

TIMEFORMVIEWFlatwinner(at14f)wholookedunluckynottofinishcloser whenthirdinaC&DhandicaplastJune,losingmomentumwithastumbleat thelast.Similarformwhenfillingsamespotbackherelaterthatmonthandnot outofthingsfrom4lblowermarkif10-monthabsencedoesn’tcatchhimout.

8 11-4

FORM4U3552- C

TIMEFORMVIEWImproveduponreturningtoactionlastseason,rattling offquick-firehat-trickoverextended18fhereinSeptember Exploitsproved mixedthereafterbut arrives here having runwell from out oftheweights whensecondatMusselburgh(19.8f)inMarch.Claimswitharepeat.

8 BUSHTUCKER PARK (IRE) (33)

BmWalkInThePark(IRE)-KalicoKalista(IRE)

J Sean Bowen

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O Cousins & Wells

B Ger and Eileen Ryan

S McCoy Contractors

5 11-0

9 DORADEJANEIRO (FR) (19)

BmBallingarry(IRE)-Katana(GER)

J Bruce Lynn (3)

T Simon West, Middleham

O Mr Paul Hothersall

10 10-13

B J. Regereau, L. Regereau & S. Regereau

S Tote

10 PROSPECTHOUSE (IRE) (2)

BgRetirementPlan-Niffyrann(FR)

5 10-6

J DannyMcMenamin E Cheek Pieces

T Peter Niven, Malton

O Hard Held Partnership

B Ms Virginia Naylor-Leyland

S P D Niven Racing Ltd

11 POLLYPOCKETT(IRE) (340)

BmPresenting-Mtpockets(IRE)

J HarryBannister

T Alex Hales, Edgecote

O Edging Ahead

6 10-6

B Maurice,Anthony,Lawrence & Coran Smiddy

S Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

12 BLACK LIGHTNING (IRE) (26)

BrgWhitmore’sConn(USA)-AnnieMay(IRE)

J TabithaWorsley(3)

T Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

O Ms G. Howell

B Mr M. Daly

10 10-3

E Blinkers

S Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, NDS Equine Nutrition

13 DAKOTABEAT(IRE) (33)

ChgBeatHollow-RushmoreRose(IRE)

8 10-2

J JoeWilliamson (5) E TongueStrapCheekPieces

T John Norton, Barnsley

O Liz and Phil Woodcock-Jones

B Mr Gerry Stafford

S Right Advice Ltd

14 ARGUS (IRE) (23)

BgRipVanWinkle(IRE)-SteelPrincess(IRE)

11 10-2

J AdamWedge E Tongue Strap

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

O Helium Racing Ltd

B Grangecon Stud

S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TFRHHHHI BHA86

FORM033-

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer in a bumper and minor promisetogleanfromapairofin-the-frameeffortsinmaidenhurdles this spring. Step up intrip promisesto suit nowattentions switchto handicapsandthebettingcouldproveausefulguide. 9Apr

TFRHHHII BHA85

FORM4/0035P-

TIMEFORMVIEW Losing run stretches back to March 2021 but produced herbesteffortforawhileunderamorepositiveridewhenthirdover23fhere in December Belowpardisplayfollowed atAyrnexttime and she dropped awayquicklyreturningfrom4monthsoffatStratford19daysago 23Apr

TFRHHIII BHA78

FORMP4P40-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise on second of 3 starts in novice hurdles(onyarddebut)and,havinghadawindop,hefailedtoseehis raceoutbackfrom4monthsoff/onhandicapdebutatKelso(20.8f) onWednesday. 10May

TFRHHHII BHA78

FORM3130/43-

TIMEFORMVIEWFairbumperwinnerbutyettomakeanimpactover hurdles, fading from 2 out on handicap debut at Southwell (20.4f) lastJune.Absentsinceandimprovementrequiredifshe’stoopenher accountonbelatedreturn.

TFRHHIII BHA75

FORM0P3035- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice in the first half of 2021/22 campaign, including overC&D and betterrecent efforts when third in 6-runner handicapbackhereonpenultimatestartinMarch.However,failedto backthatupatHuntingdon26daysago

TFRHHIII BHA74

FORM0/5P6P6-

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a Perth maiden hurdle for Gavin Cromwell inJuly 2021 but has yet to shine for present yard Hard to warmto

TFRHHHII BHA74

FORM//PP//00P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed nothing in 3 starts over hurdles since returning from a lengthy absence in December but proved that he retains abilitywhen second onthe Flat at Kempton last month.Task istotranslatethatreturntoformbacktothissphere.

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

2022: INFINITI (IRE) 9 10 2 Lee Edwards 40-1 (Kevin Frost) 15 ran Blinkers worn by No 12. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 13, 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10, 13.

Stewards Note:

TEESCOMPONENTSFLY: Following its run on 17/6/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Methusalar (IRE), 7-1 Bushtucker Park (IRE), 8-1 Proper Twelve (IRE), Misty Mani (GB), 9-1Allbetsoff(IRE), 12-1 Maria Magdalena (IRE), 14-1 RoryAnd Me (FR),Teescomponentsfly (GB), 16-1Argus (IRE), 18-1 Dora de Janeiro (FR), Pollypockett (IRE), 22-1 Prospect House (IRE), Black Lightning (IRE), 66-1 Dakota Beat (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

METHUSALAR was steadily going the right way in handicaps when last seen, signing off with success at Bangor (19.5f) 12 months ago Just 1lb higher on return, he’s unlikely to be lacking for fitness given his yard and earns the vote Teescomponentsfly on return, handicap debutant Bushtucker Park and Allbetsoff head up the dangers in a wide-open contest

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

1.METHUSALAR (IRE)

2.TEESCOMPONENTSFLY

3.BUSHTUCKER PARK (IRE)

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THE BDN CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (PenaltyValue £4224.80)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): O Murphy

(54 wins from 246 runners, 22%) runs DROP HIM IN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs DROP HIM IN WEIGHTWATCHER: CARO DES FLOS won off a handicap mark of 90, his rating is now down 11lb to 79 LONGESTTRAVELLER: TOAD OFTOAD HALL trained by Alexandra Dunn, Wellington, 249 miles.

1 GREATD’ANGE (FR) (16)

T Tom George, Slad

O

B

2 SAGEBURG COUNTY(IRE) (14) BgSageburg(IRE)-SoundsCharming(IRE)

6 12-1

SIXTH RACE 4.35

J Dylan Kitts (7)

T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

O Alan & AndrewTurner

B Jim & John Lawler S 1Account Ltd

3 HARDYBOY(FR) (20)

GrgDiamondBoy(FR)-AlizeduBerlais(FR)

J Luca Morgan

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

O Martin & Lynn Jones

B MrAndre Jean Quesny

S Fitzdares

4 DEBDEN BANK (GB) (30)

S FBC Manby Bowdler

5 DROPHIM IN (IRE) (26)

BrgElusivePimpernel(USA)-DartQueen(GER)

J Sean Bowen

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

7 11-13

E Cheek Pieces

O ZavierAustin, Mrs Roz Wyles & Partner

B Irish National Stud

S McCoy Contractors

6 PILEUP(IRE) (43)

BgValirann(FR)-AllNotoriety(IRE)

J Jamie Hamilton

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Grindal,Head & Scarrow

B Butlersgrove Stud

S Cube3 Construction

6 11-7

7 HARRYDU BERLAIS (IRE) (15)

BgShirocco(GER)-TheatreMole(IRE)

6 11-6

J Charlie Hammond E Cheek Pieces

T Nick Kent, Brigg

O Crossed Fingers Partnership

B Ms M. Kavanagh

S Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

TFRHHIII BHA107

FORM23104P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways when taking 8-runner handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, good to soft). However, he’s disappointedoneachofhisthreeoutingssince. 26Apr

TFRHHHHH BHA106

FORM542423-

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in Irish points and has shown fair form over hurdles. Very much the type to do better now sentchasing,soworthchancing.

TFRHHHHI BHA105

FORM000246- D

TIMEFORMVIEW Has been in good form over hurdles and has the physiquetotaketothisdiscipline,solooksaplayerdowningrade.

TFRHHIII BHA105

FORM30445P-

TIMEFORMVIEW Downto a handymark but ended lastyearout of form and was pulled up at Southwell on return last month, so has a bittoprove

TFRHHHHI BHA104

FORM30U414-

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in chase at Huntingdon in March. 85/40, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, goodtosoft)26daysago Cheekpiecesbackon.Canmakepresence felt.

TFRHHHII BHA98

FORM24022P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who made an encouraging start in this sphere after two early mistakes when second of 6 in handicap over C&D Seemed amiss last time but may well bounce backaftershortbreak.

30Mar Hex 20f HcpC heavy P/7 En MemeTemps (FR)

12Mar Mkt 21f HcpC soft 2/6

TFRHHHII BHA97

FORM32/1650- C

(IRE) 7l

TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwholefthurdlingformbehindwhen runner-upinahandicapatBangoronchasingdebutlastspringandwent onebetteratMarketRasen(23.9f)onreturninNovember Backontrack atWarwicklasttimetosomeextentandisstillrelativelyunexposed.

8 VICTORYECHO (IRE) (15)

BgCloudings(IRE)-Serendipity(IRE)

10 11-5

J ConorRabbitt (7) E Tongue Strap

T Maurice Barnes, Brampton

O Mr M. Barnes

B Miss Anne Marcella Casey

S Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

9 MAC SUIBHNE (IRE) (28)

BgVirtual-HepahepaNaeney(IRE)

8 11-3

J ConorO’Farrell E Tongue Strap

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mr Phil Ellerby

B Joseph Daniels

S Northern Accountants

10 TOAD OFTOAD HALL(GB) (37)

BgUniversal(IRE)-DoubleMead

J AdamWedge

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

O Team Dunn

B Mrs Katherine Smith-Maxwell

S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

11 CARO DES FLOS (FR) (45)

BgTigerGroom-RoyaleMarie(FR)

7 10-2

TFRHHHII BHA96

FORM5P5301-

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed his return to form to capitalise on a reduced mark at Perth recently Remains well treated on old form and,whileconsistencyhasneverbeenhisstrongsuit,he’snotoneto ruleout.

27Apr Per 23f HcpC gd-sf

TFRHHIII BHA94

FORM40135P- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a positive start for this yard after joining from Ireland, winning over hurdles in July and making a successful debut over fences in a match race at Wetherby (21f) in October Notsogoodsince,however

14Apr Seg 21f HcpC soft P/9 Fulgurix (FR) -

Nov22 Cat 19f HcpC soft 5/6 GetawayLuv(IRE)

TFRHIIII BHA79

FORM216P6P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve when off the mark in 3-runner handicap chase at Fontwell (3m2f) in June. Off 5 months followingthat success and belowform on his 4 outings since, pulled upatWincantononlatest.Plentytoprove

5Apr Wcn 20f HcpC good P/6 MyRockstar(IRE) -

Dec22 Tnt 23f HcpC good 6/10 Airtothethrone (IRE) 35l

Nov22 Lud 23f HcpC gd-sf P/8 Paseo -

TFRHHIII BHA75

FORM5PP244-

11 10-2

J HarryBannister E Cheek Pieces

T Julian Smith, Tirley

O Mrs J.A. Benson & Miss S.N. Benson

B Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin

S Mrs Benson & Miss S.N. Benson

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Seems poor nowadays and only fourth of 8 at Huntingdon 45 days ago Cheekpieces back on but looks up against itfromoutoftheweights.

2022: SEEMINGLYSO (IRE) 9 12

15-2 (LJ Morgan) 11 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 7. Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 8, 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 11.

Stewards Note:

GREAT D’ANGE: Following its run on 26/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

HARDY BOY: Following its run on 22/4/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly

DEBDEN BANK: Following its run on 12/4/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed throughout.

PILEUP: Following its run on 30/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was suffering from heat stress.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Drop Him In (IRE), 5-1 Victory Echo (IRE), 11-2 Sageburg County (IRE), 9-1 Hardy Boy (FR), Pileup (IRE), 12-1 Harry du Berlais (IRE), 16-1 Debden Bank (GB), Mac Suibhne (IRE), 22-1 Great d’Ange (FR), 25-1 Caro des Flos (FR), 33-1 Toad of Toad Hall (GB)

SAGEBURG COUNTY finished with running left in a handicap hurdle at Southwell last time and, having won his only start between the flags, he’s very much the type to do better over fences, so he gets the nod over fellow chasing debutant Hardy Boy. Drop Him In is in good order and should also be on the premises.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

1.SAGEBURG COUNTY (IRE)

2.HARDY BOY (FR) 3.DROP HIM IN (IRE)

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THE BDN CONSTRUCTION OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

for four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £4999

Owners Prize Money 1st £2086, 2nd £1043, 3rd £521, 4th £261. (PenaltyValue £2722.46)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): O Murphy (54 wins from 246 runners, 22%) runs ILLICO DE NUIT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (8 wins from 25 runners, 32%) runs MISTRAL BLUE LONGESTTRAVELLER: MISTRAL BLUE trained by Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham, 174 miles.

1 CHOCCABLOC (GB)

BgBlueBresil(FR)-ChoccaWocca

J Nico de Boinville

(76)

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O J & J Potter Ltd and Kelvin-Hughes

B James & Jean Potter

S Potter Group

2 ILCIMA(FR)

(-)

BgCimadeTriomphe(IRE)-Vendes(FR) 5 11-2

J AdamWedge

T LJ Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

O MrA Brown

B Stephanie Roche & S.A.R.L. Poulinieres.C

3 ILLICO DE NUIT(FR) (-)

ChgGrisdeGris(IRE)-ReinedeTreve(FR)

J Sean Bowen

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O MrAiden Murphy

5 11-2

B Beatrice Nicco & Jean-Marc Deverchere

S McCoy Contractors

4 SCRUMPY(GB) (178)

BrgBlackSamBellamy(IRE)-MightyMinnie

J SamTwiston-Davies

T Henry Daly, Ludlow

5 11-2

O Strachan,Nesbitt,Stoddart,GrahamGriffith

B R. Johnson

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

5 DIAMOND KODA(IRE) (-)

BgDiamondBoy(FR)-Myakoda(FR)

J Charlie Hammond

T Nick Kent, Brigg

O Newstead Priory Racing Club

B Ms Salome Brennan

S Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

6 GUSTOSO (GB) (-)

GrgPassingGlance-RubyKew(IRE)

J MissAlice Stevens (7)

T Henry Daly, Ludlow

O The Gustoso Partnership

B Mrs S. C. Welch

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

7 JAMES BAIE (FR) (33)

BgTigerGroom-LoiLand’Ox(FR)

J Ben Poste

4 10-10

2m 125y

TFRHHHHH BHAFORM32-

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner and stepped forward from his debut when second at Chepstow (clear of remainder) 76daysago Arepeatofthatsortofperformanceshouldbeenough togoonebetter

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Cima De Triomphe gelding. Dam unraced. Notmuchtogoonintermsofhispedigree,somarketclueswillbethe bestguidetohischance.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW €32,000 3-y-o, Gris De Gris gelding. Dam, ran twice over hurdles, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (17f/2 1/4m winner) Roi de Treve and fairly useful chaser (2 1/4m-23f winner)NetLady Onetotakeseriouslyondebut.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHIII BHAFORM5-

TIMEFORMVIEW From a good family but only hinted at ability in a bumperatHereford178daysago Othersmakemoreappeal.

Nov22 Her 16f NHF gd-sf 5/9 Magic Seven (IRE) 37l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW 10,000 gns 3-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brothertoto15f-17fhurdlewinnerinFranceDancingRoqueand FrenchhurdlerFleurdeLaRoque,bothfairlyuseful.Worthmonitoring inthebetting.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

4 10-10

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance gelding. Dam, ran once over hurdles/in bumper, half-sisterto fairly useful hurdler (2 1/2m-2 3/4m winner)KilgeelHill.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

4 10-10

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

O Francesca Poste

B MrA. Bellori & Ecurie Des Vives Terres

S ClayStreet Property Consultants, Kissing It Better

TFRHHIII BHAFORM56-

TIMEFORMVIEW Unplaced sole outing in point and only sixth in a C&DbumperonRulesbow.Needstostepforwardfromthat.

8 MISTRALBLUE (GB) (32)

BmBlueBresil(FR)-MistralReine 5 10-9

J ConnorBrace

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O The Dennis Family & Dominic Reilly

B Sara Dennis & Dominic & Sarah Reilly

S Bresbet

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM5-

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil mare. Half-sister to bumper winner Mistral Nell. Offered something to work on when fifth at Fakenham first time out and should have learned from the experience. Considered.Engaged5.05HuntingdonThursday.

10Apr Fkn 16f NHF soft 5/11 Birdhouse 41/4l

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: SCHOOLDAYS OVER (IRE) 5 11 2 PaddyBrennan 6-4 (Fergal O’Brien) 7 ran

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Choccabloc (GB), 6-1 Mistral Blue (GB), 7-1 Illico de Nuit (FR), 14-1 Scrumpy (GB), 16-1 Il Cima (FR), Gustoso (GB), 20-1 Diamond Koda (IRE), 28-1 James Baie (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

CHOCCABLOC was clear of the rest when runner-up at Chepstow last time and, if in the same form, he should be capable of opening his account at the third attempt. Mistral Blue looks the main danger on form and Illico de Nuit is the most interesting newcomer

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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.40 - THE BOOK YOUR TOM GRENNAN TICKETS NOW! CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242 for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions) Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to May 9th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb Market Rasen has generously sponsored this race A memento provided by Market Rasen Racecourse will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 28 entries at £40. - Closed May 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner£3231; Second £1615;Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (PenaltyValue £4224.80)Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.15 - THE BDN CONSTRUCTION MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4084 to the winning horse The second to receive £1881, the third £940 and the fourth £471. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb BDN Construction has generously sponsored this race A memento provided by Market Rasen Racecourse will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 22 entries at £37 - Closed May 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392. (PenaltyValue £4084.50)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.50 - THE LUCAS MACHINERY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions) £100 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lowerwith £80 extra ifthe horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, afterApril 29th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb LUCAS MACHINERY has generously sponsored this race A memento provided by Market Rasen Racecourse will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 20 entries at £100 - Closed May 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.Winner£8078; Second £4038;Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (PenaltyValue £10562)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.25 - THE VICTOR LUCAS MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions) £100 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Lucas Family has generously sponsored this race A memento provided by Market Rasen Racecourse will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 21 entries at £100 - Closed May 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (PenaltyValue £10562)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.00 - THE BDN CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions) Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th.

Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb BDN CONSTRUCTION has generously sponsored this race A memento provided by Market Rasen Racecourse will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 33 entries at £40 - Closed May 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (PenaltyValue £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.35 - THE BDN CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions) Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb BDN Construction have kindly sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 19 entries at £40 - Closed May 6th, 2023.OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£3231;Second£1615;Third£808;Fourth£404;Fifth£202.(Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.08 - THE BDN CONSTRUCTION OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. for four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Weights: 4-yo 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race BDN Construction has generously sponsored this race A memento provided by Market Rasen Racecourse will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 27 entries at £24. - Closed May 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (PenaltyValue £2722.46)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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