Musselburgh Racecard - Monday 6th December

THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY CHRISTMAS JUMPER RACEDAY MONDAY 6TH DECEMBER OFFICIAL RACE PROGRAMME £3

WELCOME TO MUSSELBURGH

WELCOME TO MUSSELBURGH RACECOURSE. THANKS MUST GO TO RACING TV, EBF & THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY WHO ARE SPONSORING TODAY.

We are thrilled to welcome you to The Scottish Racing Academy Christmas Jumper Raceday.

The Scottish Racing Academy (SRA) was formed in 2019 to enhance horseracing education and training provision in Scotland and the north of England. Its vision is to nurture sustainable talent to meet the needs of world class racecourses and trainers.

Today, we are raising funds for The Injured Jockeys Fund. A massive thank you to everyone who has come along sporting their Christmas Jumpers. Our Racecourse staff are also playing their part – sporting their own festive knitwear.

The Scottish Racing Academy simulator (a mechanical jockey training aid) is located on our Pommery Lawn, and they will be taking a collection for the Injured Jockey Fund which was founded in 1964 to support jockeys who are injured, unable to ride or in need of assistance. Please feel free to head over and test your potential to be a jockey. They will be keeping scores throughout the day and there will be a prize for the winner. Let’s have a bit of fun!

Thank you again for joining us and we hope you all have a wonderful festive day!

Bill Farnsworth General Manager OUR NEXT MEETING IS: MONDAY 20 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS JUMPER MEETING

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EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS TRACEY HAMILTON LINDA PORTER JAMES BONAR COMMENTATOR JOHN BLANCE BETTING RING MANAGER JOHN CLARK CHIEF EXECUTIVE BILL FARNSWORTH CLERK OF THE COURSE BILL FARNSWORTH

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RACE CONDITIONS CAN BE FOUND ON PAGE 30 OF THIS RACECARD. PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY OF THE CLERK OF THE COURSE.

RACECOURSE FACILITIES

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PINKIES BAR & CAFÉ

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FREDDIE’S BAR

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THE EPPERSTON

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LE GARCON D’OR

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10 HARRIS TWEED THE BISTRO WINNER OF THE INAUGURAL EDINBURGH CUP.

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DIZZY’S BAR

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THE EPPERSTON RESTAURANT

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Superb fine dining from Heritage Portfolio in the premier racecourse restaurant on level 1 of the grandstand with a birds eye view of the finish line and the racetrack. Packages must be booked in advance at musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk

HARRIS TWEED THE BISTRO

WINNER OF THE INAUGURAL EDINBURGH CUP. Excellent hearty traditional

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home-made meals using fresh local produce. Choose from one, two or three courses as well as lighter bites such as carvery rolls and home baking.

Bookings available on 0131 665 2859 or tables available on racedays.

CAFE 1816

In the Links Pavilion, in-between the Pommery Champagne Bar & Rockavon Bar. Serving cappuccino, lattes & espresso coffees.

Sandwiches, pastries, cakes & traybakes.

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THE TRACK A CIRCUIT OF THE TRACK IS APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE. THERE ARE 8 HURDLES AND 8 STEEPLECHASE FENCES ON EACH CIRCUIT, WITH 2 OPEN DITCHES ON THE CHASE COURSE. THE ALL-WEATHER FIBRESAND BEND WAS INSTALLED IN 2012 FOR SAETY REASONS ON THE TIGHT TOP BEND AFTER THE FINISHING LINE. THIS IS UNIQUE TO MUSSELBURGH RACECOURSE AND THE FIRST IN THE UK.

TODAY’S FEATURE TURE RACE

Ourr feature race of today is the third race on the card. The Racing TV Handica Handicap Hurdle is run over a trip of almost two miles es (one mile, seven furlongs and 124 yards). This is a race open to horses ho rated 0-140 and has attracted six runners for or the contest. Top weight is the four-year-old FIRST IMPRESSION for f John Quinn and Tom O’Brien. He ran an excellent cellent race on his last time out at Wetherby, finishing five lengths in front f of the Nicky Richards trained Caius Marcius, but was 12lb lighter here. Leading course trainer Donald McCain ssaddles MINELLA PLUS who has enjoyed two consecutive wins; most recently at Catterick under top weight. WIth M McCain in great form, he’s the one to keep an eye out for.

JOCKEYS TO WATCH H BRIAN HUGHES has been the man to watch for some time now, ow, and rides second-favourite Minella Plus in the feature race of the day. The stable arrives in excellent ent form, with Hughes Hug being on the horse for its last two victories. The first of the two at this course, urse, and the pair finished second sec twice respectively in two outings prior. SEAN QUINLAN could be hot on his heels in this race, as he rirides Spiritofthenorth for Kevin Ryan on his course debut. AIDAN COLEMAN is another who could be up the there, and rides Auditoria in the feature race for Olly Murphy.

TRAINERS TO WATCH DONALD MCCAIN has enjoyed a flying start to this season and his horses have been operating at a 67% strike rate. He has horses in the 12:45, 1:15 and 3.15 and there’s no doubt he will get a few more winners to add to his portfolio this season. Neil Alexander is another one to watch, as he has been operating a 43% strike rate this season. He saddles horses in the 2.15, 2.45 and 3.15 today. Lucinda Russell is next best, having operated a 22% strike rate this season. She saddles two runners in the first and last races this meeting, but has Donald McCain’s FINISK RIVER to contend with in the latter.

RACE DESCRIPTIONS 12:15 THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF BLACKFORD HILL ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE (CLASS 4) (QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October. This particular two miles and four furlongs novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged between four and six years old who have not ran in a flat race and have not won more than two hurdle races.

12.45 THE JOIN RACING TV NOW INTRODUCTORY JUVENILE HURDLE (CLASS 2) (GO NORTH GREY BOMBER SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) An Introductory Hurdle is a race which is restricted to horses which have not previously run in more than one hurdle race. This particular two mile contest is reserved for juvenile three-year-olds. The weights are initially set at 10st 12lb for each runner with fillies and mares receiving a 7lb allowance from their male rivals. However, any runner that was successful on their first start will be allocated with a 5lb penalty.

1:15 THE VISIT RACINGTV.COM HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 3) This is a one mile, seven furlongs and 124 yards handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 140. This race is additionally open to horses rated 141 and 142. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap.

In simple terms a horse rated 140 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 135.

1.45 THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY CHRISTMAS JUMPER NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 5) This is a two miles and six furlongs handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 105. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being unpenalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.

2.15 THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 3) (CHALLENGER STAYERS’ HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) This is a two miles, seven furlongs and 180 yards handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. This race is additionally open to horses rated 136 and 137. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap.

In simple terms a horse rated 135 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 130.

2:45 THE HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY JOHN BALLOCH HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH RED RUM SERIES QUALIFIER) This is a two miles, seven furlongs and 170 yards handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110. This race is also open to horses rated 111 and 112. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.

3.15 THE GET DAILY TIPS AT RACINGTV.COM CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 4) This two miles, three furlongs and 171 yards handicap hurdle race has been designed for three-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 120. This race is additionally open to horses rated 121 and 122. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.

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B g Indian Ridge - Pescara (IRE)

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Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars.

C 14 wins £100,569 Form: 32003-1

TIMEFORM ORM VIEW Admirable veteran who deservedly OR s ended losing run at Wolverhampton v m (1 1/2m) m)) in January.

No reason a why w he shouldn’t give another goodd account back on turf now.

Starr Rating★★★✩✩ n ★✩ Official BHA Rating 59 5

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STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED

Eaach horse has beeen given a star ratingg, these are defined beloow: ‘‘‘‘‘ Selectedd to win the race. ‘‘‘‘• Good chancce of being placed. ‘‘‘•• By no means ouut of the reeckoning but at least one or two hold stronger cllaims. ‘‘••• Unlikely to win butt not totally without hope.

‘•••• Can be given little or no chance.

PLACING A BET HAVING A FLUTTER IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE FUN OF COMING RACING. 1. PICK YOUR WINNER!

Many people select a horse based on it’s name or jockey colours or go to the Parade Ring to view the horses.

Alternatively you may wish to follow a particular jockey or trainer, or a tipster in a newspaper. Others like to look at the horse’s previous races or ‘form’.

2. WHERE TO PLACE YOUR BET

1. In the Betting Ring, in front of the Grandstand, with a racecourse ‘bookie’. This is great fun as you can shop around for the bookmaker offering the biggest odds on your selection.

2. With totepool at one of their designated betting points all around the racecourse.

3. At the totesport betting shop in the Links Pavilion, which is identical to a high street betting shop.

4. At the totesport club office, if you are a member of the totesport club.

3. PLACE YOUR BET.

Decide how much you want to stake, and what type of bet you would like to place. Then Cheer your selection home! There are a few simple rules that you need to follow after placing your bet.

- Please check your receipt. Mistakes cannot be rectified after a race is off.

- Keep your bet receipt safe. You will need this to collect your winnings.

- Don’t throw away your ticket until the racecourse announcer says ‘Weighed In’.

- Even if your horse has not won, the result may be changed if there is a ‘Stewards Enquiry’.

GOOD LUCK!

JOIN THE SRA ON THE POMMERY LAWN AND SEE IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A JOCKEY! THERE WILL BE PRIZES UP FOR GRABS.

DONATIONS FOR THE INJURED JOCKEY FUND WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO JOINED IN OUR CHRISTMAS JUMPER RACEDAY FESTIVITIES. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM ALL AT MUSSELBURGH RACES AND THE SRA!

Race 1

12.15PM two miles about four furlongs (2m 3f 171yds)

Total race value £8500

for novice four, five and six yrs old

THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF BLACKFORD HILL ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444.

(Penalty Value £4629.10)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (16-21): K Dalgleish (33 wins from 158 runners, 21%) runs GARDE DES CHAMPS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 24 runners, 42%) runs THUNDER ROCK Longest Traveller: THUNDER ROCK trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 338 miles.

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A DISTANT PLACE (IRE) (35) B g Sunday Break (JPN) - South Africa (FR)

Owner: The Four Bosses Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: Mr Cian O’Doherty Sponsor: Wasdell Group

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Colours: YELLOW, PINK disc, YELLOW sleeves, PINK spots.

Form: F1/422-1 D 1 wins £4084

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who made light off 11 months off when taking Hereford maiden hurdle (19.6f) with plenty in hand last month. Has to merit serious respect under a penalty.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 123 Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

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THUNDER ROCK (IRE) (23) B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage

Owner: McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: Mrs O. Hegarty Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

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Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoops, MAROON sleeves and cap.

Form: 2/31-21 D 2 wins £8809

TIMEFORM VIEW Exeter bumper winner in February who has made a good start over hurdles this term, finishing second at Newton Abbot before going one better at Wetherby (2 1/2m). More to come, and holds good claims.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 122

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A DAY IN DONOSTIA (IRE) (241) 4 B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Dreaming of Stella (IRE)

A. P. Heskin

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Colours: YELLOW and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, Owner: Golden Equinox Racing 1 Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton LIGHT BLUE stars, YELLOW cap, LIGHT BLUE star.

Breeder: S. Rudolf Form: 660 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held both runs over hurdles, 80/1 when sixth of 8 in novice at Sedgefield (19.8f) 8 months ago. Has lots to find on his return.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating -

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BEBSIDE BANTER (IRE) (-) B g Westerner - Hard Fought (IRE)

Owner: D&D Armstrong Ltd Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham Breeder: John F. Dwyer Sponsor: North Sea Logistics

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Colours: BLACK and WHITE stripes, chevrons on sleeves.

Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Westerner gelding. Dam 2m4f winner. Makes some appeal on paper but market can prove a good indicator.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating -

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BRANDY MCQUEEN (IRE) (30) 4 B g Yeats (IRE) - Down Ace (IRE)

Owner: Mr Scott Townshend Trainer: Harriet Graham, Jedburgh Breeder: Mr P. Sullivan Sponsor: Discovery Bloodstock

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Sean Quinlan

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Colours: ORANGE, BLACK cross belts.

Form: 0-40 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, last of 7 in novice at Kelso (22.7f, soft) on hurdles bow 30 days ago, prominent to 2 out.

May do better now.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating -

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Jamie Hamilton

EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE (IRE) (46) 5 Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Magie de Toulouse (FR)

Ryan Mania

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Colours: LIGHT GREEN, PURPLE star, chevrons Katie and Brian Castle Nicky Richards, Greystoke on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap, PURPLE star.

Mr James Cummins & Ms Jacqueline Taylor Form: 43-6 0 wins £0 Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers before never-dangerous sixth of 11 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (20f, good, 16/1) on hurdles bow 46 days ago. Big step forward is required.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating - Danny McMenamin

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GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (150)5 10 12 B g Robin des Champs (FR) - La Reine de Riogh (IRE)

Owner: Mr I. T. Buchanan Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke Breeder: John P. Cahill Sponsor: Keith Dalgleish Racing Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.

Form: 2240-43 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points and posted encouraging third of 14 in novice at Kilbeggan (19.8f, good, 10/1) on hurdles bow 150 days ago for Denis Murphy. Not discounted on yard bow.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating -

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LORD ROCO (GB) (20) B g Rocamadour - Dolly Penrose

Owner: Mr N. M. L. Ewart Trainer: James Ewart, Langholm Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited Sponsor: James Ewart Racing Limited

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and PINK (halved), LIGHT BLUE cap.

Form: 6-6 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in two bumpers, sixth of 14 at Ayr (16f, good to soft, 50/1) 20 days ago when needing stiffer test. Makes hurdles debut up in trip and he’s no forlorn hope.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating -

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Brian Hughes

SONGOFTHELARK (IRE) (37) Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Norabelle (FR)

Alan Doyle (7)

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Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: 0-3 0 wins £0

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Seamus McKeogh Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Had wind op and tongue strap on before third of 4 in novice here (15.6f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 37 days ago. Up in trip with more to do now.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating - Stephen Mulqueen 2020 WINNER: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 9. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 A Distant Place (IRE), 15-8 Thunder Rock (IRE), 17-2 Garde des Champs (IRE), 18-1 Everyday Champagne (IRE), 28-1 Songofthelark (IRE), 33-1 Bebside Banter (IRE), 50-1 Lord Roco (GB), 100-1 A Day In Donostia (IRE), Brandy McQueen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

This looks to rest between improving duo THUNDER ROCK and A Distant Place with marginal preference for Olly Murphy’s ready Wetherby scorer over Jonjo O’Neill’s Hereford maiden winner. Keith Dalgleish’s ex-Irish recruit Garde des Champs appeals as the pick of the rest for place purposes.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THUNDER ROCK (IRE) 2.A DISTANT PLACE (IRE) 3.GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE)

RESULT 1 ............................... 2 ............................... 3............................... 4 ...............................

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Last 6 Runs /422-1 2/31-21 668-47 43-6 2247-43 6-6 9-3

Horse A DISTANT PLACE THUNDER ROCK A DAY IN DONOSTIA BEBSIDE BANTER BRANDY MCQUEEN EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE GARDE DES CHAMPS LORD ROCO SONGOFTHELARK

Career Wins 2 2 — — — — — — —

Places 3 3 — — — — 3 — —

Total Runs 7 5 2 — 3 3 6 2 2

Career Winnings 4085 8810

Winning Distance Range 20-24F 17-20F -

Winning Going Range G GS-HV — — — — — — —

Runs Since Wins 0 0 — — — — — — —

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

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Form Ratings 133 113 88 — 102 121 124 — 117

Handicap Ratings 123 122 — — — — — — —

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Race 2

12.45PM About two miles (1m 7f 124yds)

Total race value £17000 for juvenile three yrs old

THE JOIN RACING TV NOW INTRODUCTORY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (Go North Grey Bomber Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £6758; Second £3378; Third £1690; Fourth £845; Fifth £422; Sixth £211.

(Penalty Value £8845.10) A

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (16-21): D McCain (35 wins from 153 runners, 23%) runs COLLINGHAM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs COLLINGHAM Fancy That: D McCain won this race in 2018 & 2020. The stable runs COLLINGHAM today.

Longest Traveller: BEOWULF trained by M Bell, Newmarket, 350 miles.

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COLLINGHAM (GER) (33) B g Samum (GER) - Chandos Rose (IRE)

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Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star.

D. A. Brand Form: 1 CD 4 wins £26573 J. F. Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-French 12f Flat winner who cosily landed the odds in 6-runner juvenile over C&D on his NH debut 33 days ago. Open to improvement for his in-form yard.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating -

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SKYCUTTER (FR) (12)

B g Scissor Kick (AUS) - Skysweeper (FR)

Brian Hughes

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Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE spots, The French Connection Philip Kirby, Richmond ORANGE cap, ROYAL BLUE spots.

E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al Form: 1 D 2 wins £13515 Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner who made a promising start in this sphere when comfortably bagging 9-runner juvenile hurdle at Wetherby 12 days ago, despite jumping right. Holds clear edge on form. Player.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating - Thomas Dowson

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Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

BAMBOO BAY (IRE) (9) B c Camelot - Anna Karenina (USA) Harbour Rose Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond Grangecon Stud Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

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Colours: RED, YELLOW seams, striped sleeves and cap.

Form: 4 1 wins £6058

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 12f winner on the level who posted encouraging fourth of 6 on yard bow in Newcastle juvenile on his hurdling bow last month. Can do better now. Yard also have Skycutter in here, however.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating -

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BEOWULF (IRE) (22)

B g Camelot - Hug And A Kiss (USA)

Owner: Peter Trainor & Partner Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket Breeder: Klawervlei Stud

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoops, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE hooped cap.

Form: 3 2 wins £5022

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 10f Flat winner for Ed Walker. 3/1, promising debut third in Fontwell juvenile hurdle last month.

Should have more to offer.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating -

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Thomas Garner

10 12

BULLS AYE (IRE) (75) Ch g Intello (GER) - Wo de Xin

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc. Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Sean Quinlan

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: 1 wins £4075

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 7f scorer on the level but visored and only seventh in 10f Redcar handicap in September.

Goes hurdling now with his stamina to prove.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating - Conor O’Farrell

6

OOT MA WAY (FR) (9) B f Power - Olvia (IRE)

10 5

Owner: Iain Jardine Racing Club Colours: GREY, PINK and GREY halved sleeves, Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown PINK cap.

Breeder: S.A. Stilvi Compania Financiera et al Form: 5 2 wins £5022 Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW winner around 10f this autumn who showed similar form when fifth of 6 in juvenile hurdle at Newcastle on NH debut 9 days ago. More is needed now, though.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating -

14

Niall Houlihan

2020 WINNER: FIVEANDTWENTY 3 10 5 Brian Hughes 11-8 (Donald McCain) 7 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Skycutter (FR), 3-1 Collingham (GER), 15-2 Bamboo Bay (IRE), 10-1 Beowulf (IRE), 33-1 Bulls Aye (IRE), 40-1 Oot Ma Way (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

SKYCUTTER was the best of these on the level and is fancied to follow up his stylish hurdling debut success at Wetherby with this switch to right-handed Musselburgh likely to prove in his favour too given he jumped right that day. Collingham is feared most on the back of his own C&D victory first time up, with Oot Ma Way appealing as the pick of the remainder.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SKYCUTTER (FR) 2.COLLINGHAM (GER) 3.OOT MA WAY (FR)

RESULT 1 ............................... 2 ............................... 3............................... 4 ...............................

No. 1 2 3 4 5 6

Last 6 Runs 1 1 4 3 5

Horse COLLINGHAM SKYCUTTER BAMBOO BAY BEOWULF BULLS AYE OOT MA WAY

Career Wins 1 1 — — — —

Places — — — 1 — —

Total Runs 1 1 1 1 — 1

Career Winnings 4894 4193

Winning Distance Range 16F 16F -

Winning Going Range GS-S G G GF G ST

Runs Since Wins 0 0 1 5 6 2

Form Ratings 104 96 104 93 — 103

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DISTANCES......................./....................... TIME ............................

Race 3

1.15PM About two miles (1m 7f 124yds)

Total race value £17000 for four yrs old

THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £6510; Second £3256; Third £1627; Fourth £814; Fifth £280; Sixth £280.

(Penalty Value £8495.76)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (16-21): D McCain (35 wins from 153 runners, 23%) runs MINELLA PLUS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 24 runners, 42%) runs AUDITORIA Longest Traveller: AUDITORIA trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 338 miles.

No

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Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

Horse

st

FIRST IMPRESSION (IRE) (23) B g Make Believe - Charmgoer (USA) Blackburn, Fox, McWilliams, & Pendelbury John Quinn, Malton John Dwan & Make Believe Syndicate JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Sheridan Fabrications Ltd

lb

11 12

Colours: BEIGE, RED seams, armlets and cap.

Form: 2515-1 D 5 wins £28892

TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from the Flat (fairly useful) when readily landing 2m handicap hurdle at Wetherby 23 days ago, quickening clear run-in. Up 7lb but still weighted to go in again.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 127

2

MINELLA PLUS (IRE) (17)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Violin Davis (FR)

Owner: Miss C McCracken & Mr B Ryan-Beswick Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Mr K. D. Cotter Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited, Tote

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE hoop, WHITE sleeves, ORANGE armlets.

Form: 532211 CD 2 wins £8870

SPIRITOFTHENORTH (FR) (13) Br g Bated Breath - Danlepordamsterdam (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XLVI Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder: Gestut Zur Kuste AG Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets.

Form: 24 0 wins £0

AUDITORIA (GB) (20) B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Authora (IRE)

Owner: Nick Brown Racing Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: Woodcote Stud Ltd Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

Colours: BLACK, RED sash, WHITE sleeves and cap.

0 wins £0 Form: 22-2U BF

MY MACHO MAN (IRE) (33) Ch g Camacho - Mypreciousblue

Owner: Mr Edward Cassie Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton Breeder: Mr A. Kirwan Sponsor: Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

Sean Quinlan

10 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the level and in this sphere, still going well when unseated rider 4 out in novice at Fakenham (16f) 20 days ago. Not discounted on her handicap bow.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 107

5

Brian Hughes

10 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 10f maiden on the Flat who has shown a similar level of form in two hurdling runs. having wind op before fourth in novice at Sedgefield (2m) 13 days ago. Into handicaps now and not ruled out.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 108

4

Tom O’Brien

11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a hat-trick after novice victories over C&D and at Catterick (19f), Goes handicapping now with more to offer, so he’s in the mix for yard among the winners.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 121

3

Jockey

Aidan Coleman

10 0

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars, YELLOW and BLACK striped cap.

Form: 436002 1 wins £3428

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for John Quinn. Yet to score over hurdles, but he got back on track when second of 4 in handicap over C&D 33 days ago. Plenty more is needed from 9lb out of the handicap, however.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 92 Thomas Willmott (5)

6

LES’S LEGACY (GB) (31)

B g Kutub (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE)

Owner: Mr L. P. Richards Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn Breeder: Mr Les Richards Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage

10 0

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE chevrons on sleeves.

Form: 000-504 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, very good fourth of 11 in 2m handicap hurdle at Hexham 31 days ago. Faces uphill task from 11lb out of the handicap, though.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 90

16

Dillan Hurst (7)

2020:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 First Impression (IRE), Minella Plus (IRE), 4-1 Spiritofthenorth (FR), 9-2 Auditoria (GB), 25-1 My Macho Man (IRE), 100-1 Les’s Legacy (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

FIRST IMPRESSION made a sparkling return to hurdling when scoring at Wetherby last month and is hard to side against here despite taking a 7lb rise in the weights. Hat-trick seeking Minella Plus rates the obvious threat, with in-form duo Auditoria and Spiritofthenorth both not taken lightly either in a competitive handicap.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FIRST IMPRESSION (IRE) 2.MINELLA PLUS (IRE) 3.AUDITORIA

RESULT 1 ............................... 2 ............................... 3............................... 4 ...............................

DISTANCES......................./....................... TIME ............................

Last 6 Runs 2515-1 532211 24 22-2U 436982 077-594

Horse FIRST IMPRESSION MINELLA PLUS SPIRITOFTHENORTH AUDITORIA MY MACHO MAN LES’S LEGACY

Career Wins 2 2 — — — —

Places 1 2 1 2 1 —

Total Runs 5 6 2 4 8 6

Career Winnings 9516 8714

Winning Distance Range 16F 16-19F -

Winning Going Range G-S G-S — — ST —

Runs Since Wins 0 0 — — 11 —

Form Ratings 122 128 132 148 121 120

Handicap Ratings 127 121 108 107 101 101

RACE 3

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Race 4

1.45PM Two miles about six furlongs (2m 6f)

Total race value £7000

for novice four yrs old and upwards

THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY CHRISTMAS JUMPER NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2337; Second £1169; Third £584; Fourth £292; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280.

(Penalty Value £3049.76)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (16-21): I Jardine (10 wins from 130 runners, 8%) runs LASTOFTHECOSMICS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Menzies (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs CHESTERVILLE Longest Travellers: RADDLE AND HUM trained by M Hammond & DORA DE JANEIRO trained by S West both Middleham, 152 miles.

No

1

Horse

Age

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Bark (IRE)

Owner: Mr S. Coltherd Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

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lb

5 11 12

DEQUALL (GB) (44)

Colours: RED, large EMERALD GREEN spots, GREY sleeves, RED spots, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap.

Form: 413-525 BF 3 wins £11371

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 5 months before creditable fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (25.8f) 44 days ago.

Makes chase debut now, and he’s much respected.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 103

2

Jockey

DORA DE JANEIRO (FR) (20) B m Ballingarry (IRE) - Katana (GER)

Sam Coltherd

8 11 11

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK star, DARK GREEN sleeves, Owner: Mr Paul Hothersall RED cap.

Trainer: Simon West, Middleham Breeder: J. Regereau, L. Regereau & S. Regereau Form: 62210-0 C 2 wins £7667

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 7 months before last of 11 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f) 20 days ago. Sent over fences now, and this dual hurdle winner is no forlorn hope with reappearance run under her belt.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 102

3

CHESTERVILLE (IRE) (19) Ch g Stowaway - Macville (IRE)

Owner: Rebecca Menzies Racing Partnerships Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Breeder: Patrick Neville Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

John Kington

7 11 9

Colours: RED, YELLOW star, diamonds on sleeves and cap.

Form: 130260 1 wins £6321

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish winning hurdler. Only ninth of 13 in handicap chase (18/1) at Hexham (15.6f, good to soft) 19 days ago for her new yard, so others more persuasive.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 100 Nathan Moscrop (3)

4

RADDLE AND HUM (IRE) (32) 7 B m Milan - Gaybric (IRE)

Owner: Miss Rebecca Dennis Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: Patrick Cashman Sponsor: Miss Dennis, The Red Armoury

11 6

Colours: RED, MAROON hoop.

Form: BP-3106 1 wins £2341

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 20f handicap hurdle at Market Rasen in June. Below par both runs since however so now goes over fences with a bit to prove.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 97 Miss Becky Smith (3)

5

GUN MERCHANT (GB) (18) B g Kayf Tara - Pearly Legend

8 11 1

Owner: Mr and Mrs D S Byers and JPG Hamilton Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW Trainer: Alison Hamilton, Denholm (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Breeder: Mr R. D. M. Sharp WHITE armlets.

Form: 630P01 1 wins £2505

TIMEFORM VIEW Had breathing op before showing improved form to open his account in 4-runner handicap chase at Newcastle (23.4f) 18 days ago. Expected to be bang there despite 3lb rise.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 92

6

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

HOLME ABBEY (GB) (30) Gr g Fair Mix (IRE) - Brockwell Abbey The Roper Family Nicky Richards, Greystoke The Roper Family Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

Sean Quinlan

8 10 13

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK spots on sleeves and cap.

Form: 0-U1546 1 wins £2886

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when shedding maiden tag in a Hexham novices’ handicap chase in May. Off 4 months before last of 6 in Kelso handicap last time, so should strip sharper here.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 90 Danny McMenamin

18

7

GRIPPER (GB) (37)

B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Hold On Tight (IRE)

Owner: Mr W. G. Young Trainer: William Young Jnr, Carluke Breeder: Mr R. Lycett Green & Mrs R. Beckett

6 10 13

Colours: PALE BLUE, RED sleeves, BLACK and RED check cap.

Form: 235F50 2 wins £9627

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m winner over hurdles, but he’s unreliable and came in last of 7 in handicap chase here 37 days ago, never travelling well. Blinkers back on with plenty to prove.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 90

8

LASTOFTHECOSMICS (GB) (33) 6 B g Shirocco (GER) - Cosmic Case

Owner: The Cosmic Cases Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: The Cosmic Cases Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

10 11

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.

Form: 3/133-06 1 wins £2794

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 20f winner over hurdles but he beat only one on his chasing bow in 20f handicap here 33 days ago. Lots more is required.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 88

9

Derek Fox

PERMISSION GRANTED (IRE) (18) 9 B g Oscar (IRE) - Ask The Misses (IRE)

Conor O’Farrell

10 7

Owner: R Jacobs, J Dickson, H Ray & R Tebay Colours: ORANGE, BLACK stars and sleeves, Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick hooped cap.

Breeder: Miss Jill Farrell Form: 26-6312 C 2 wins £5733 Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in top form over hurdles, scoring at Ayr before second of 12 in 3m handicap at Newcastle. Needs considering now sent over fences.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 84

10

8 10 5

ASHJAN (GB) (30) B g Medicean - Violet (IRE)

Owner: Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso Breeder: Stourbank Stud

Craig Nichol

Colours: BLACK, WHITE sash, collar and cuffs.

Form: 4-2F554 2 wins £12351

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ELIXER (IRE) (25)

B g Oscar (IRE) - Sunny Native (IRE)

Owner: Hurst Farm Racing Trainer: Barry Murtagh, Carlisle Breeder: John Hayes

Colours: LIGHT GREEN and BLACK diamonds, LIGHT GREEN cap, BLACK diamond.

Form: 665343 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 30 runs, but he comes here in good nick, third in 27f Sedgefield handicap 25 days ago. Cheekpieces back on but 4lb out of the handicap.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 73 Thomas Willmott (5)

12

SHANBALLY ROSE (IRE) (75) B m Court Cave (IRE) - Amy’s Song (IRE)

Owner: Mrs C Hunter & Mr & Mrs M Edwardson Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Breeder: G. Kinch Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing

7 10 0

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED star, diamonds on sleeves, RED cap, ROYAL BLUE star.

Form: 026F-05 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Still to get her head in front, but she recorded respectable fifth in 20f Perth handicap hurdle 75 days ago. Faces no easy task from 5lb out of the handicap on her chase debut though.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 72 Dylan Johnston (7) 2020 WINNER: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn by No. 3, 4. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 9, 10, 11.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Gun Merchant (GB), 15-2 Permission Granted (IRE), 17-2 Dequall (GB), 10-1 Ashjan (GB), 11-1 Holme Abbey (GB), 12-1 Lastofthecosmics (GB), Elixer (IRE), 16-1 Dora de Janeiro (FR), 22-1 Gripper (GB), 25-1 Chesterville (IRE), Raddle And Hum (IRE), 33-1 Shanbally Rose (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GUN MERCHANT showed the benefit of wind surgery when gaining his breakthrough success at Newcastle last month and is fancied to defy a 3lb rise in the weights in a race where lots have question marks against them. Permission Granted comes here at the top of his game over hurdles so is feared most on his first go in this sphere, with fellow chasing debutant Dequall another to consider.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GUN MERCHANT 2.PERMISSION GRANTED (IRE) 3.DEQUALL

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RACE 4

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now twenty three runs since his last win in 2018, and below-par fourth of 6 in handicap at Kelso (17.1f) 30 days ago. Back up in trip with more needed.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 82 Edward Austin (7)

RESULT 1 ............................... 2 ............................... 3............................... 4 ...............................

DISTANCES......................./....................... TIME ............................

No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Last 6 Runs 413-525 62218-0 138269 BP-3186 638P81 7-U1546 235F57 3/133-86 26-6312 4-2F554 665343 926F-85

Horse DEQUALL DORA DE JANEIRO CHESTERVILLE RADDLE AND HUM GUN MERCHANT HOLME ABBEY GRIPPER LASTOFTHECOSMICS PERMISSION GRANTED ASHJAN ELIXER SHANBALLY ROSE

Career Wins 3 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 — —

Places 2 3 1 2 6 1 6 5 4 7 9 2

Total Runs 15 10 21 15 25 15 26 19 23 38 39 10

Career Winnings 9673 7878 6429 2342 8682 2886 4193 2794 5733 12352

Winning Distance Range 17-26F 16-24F 20F 21F 16-23F 20F 16F 20F 24F 17-21F -

Winning Going Range G-S G-S G G G S G-ST G G G — —

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Handicap Ratings 103 102 100 97 92 90 90 88 84 82 77 77

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Race 5

2.15PM About three miles (2m 7f 180yds)

Total race value £14000

for three yrs old and upwards

THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Stayers’ Hurdle Series Qualifier)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5258; Second £2630; Third £1314; Fourth £658; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280.

(Penalty Value £6861.96)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (16-21): K Dalgleish (33 wins from 158 runners, 21%) runs ONE NIGHT IN MILAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 20 runners, 15%) runs BIG BAD BEAR Longest Traveller: BIG BAD BEAR trained by N Richards, Greystoke, 116 miles.

No

1

Horse

Age

ONE NIGHT IN MILAN (IRE) (23) 8 B g Milan - Native Mo (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ken McGarrity Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke Breeder: Fred Mackey Sponsor: Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

st

lb

11 12

Colours: WHITE and MAROON check, MAROON sleeves, WHITE armlets, MAROON cap.

Form: 3/P20P-4 5 wins £23775

TIMEFORM VIEW Back from the Flat with good fourth in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (19.7f)) 23 days ago, needing stronger gallop. In the shake-up reverted to a longer trip now.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 134

2

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

BIG BAD BEAR (IRE) (162) Br g Jeremy (USA) - Our Polly (IRE) Tor Side Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke Mrs Barbara Beattie First Recruitment Group, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, striped cap.

Form: 104F-20 4 wins £26752

BOOTLEGGER (IRE) (15) B g Kayf Tara - Sweetbitter (FR)

Owner: The Risk Takers Partnership Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle Breeder: Sean Gorman Sponsor: Jewson Limited

Brian Hughes

7 11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Tried in cheekpieces when only welfth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f) in June.

Needs to get back on track after his break with headgear retained.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 128

3

Jockey

Sean Quinlan

8 11 4

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK and RED chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

Form: 12-U322 BF 3 wins £14162

TIMEFORM VIEW Is running consistently well, sticking on to pull clear of the rest when second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on, and he can give another good account.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 126 Kevin Brogan (3)

4

WEATHER FRONT (USA) (9) Ch g Stormy Atlantic (USA) - Kiswahili

8 10 10

Owner: Mr Ken Eales & Self Preservation Society Colours: ORANGE, WHITE striped sleeves.

Form: 504-4P5 7 wins £27934 Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Kirsten Rausing Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now twelve runs since his last win in 2018, and below-par fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f) 9 days ago. Back up in distance with work to do.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 118

5

WAKOOL (FR) (33)

Gr g Motivator - Symba’s Dream (USA)

Jamie Gormley

5 10 4

Owner: Turcan, Borwick, Dunning & Fleming Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK (quartered), Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston YELLOW sleeves, BLACK cap.

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de Manneville Form: 322-131 CD 3 wins £9982 Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-3 this season with gutsy victory after 5 months off over C&D last month. Likeable sort who is expected to be bang there again despite 4lb rise.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 112 Danny McMenamin

6

6 10 2

PAMMI (GB) (20)

B m Poet’s Voice - Bright Girl (IRE)

Owner: Ayrshire Racing & Partner Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Clive Dennett Sponsor: KAYFOAM LTD

Colours: WHITE, RED chevron, WHITE and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.

Form: 134640 C D 8 wins £26434

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but she found the drop to 2m4f against her when only eighth of 11 in handicap at Ayr 20 days ago. Cheekpieces back on now, and she needs considering.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 110

22

Harry Reed

7

6 10 2

KAIZER (GB) (19) Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Perse

Owner: Mrs Elizabeth Ferguson Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick Breeder: Mrs James Wigan Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE stars on sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, ORANGE star.

4 wins £18100 Form: 2004-50

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 7 months and never able to land a blow over inadequate 2m in handicap hurdle at Hexham 19 days ago. No forlorn hope now reverted to a much longer trip.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 110

Callum Bewley

2020 WINNER: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Wakool (FR), 7-2 Bootlegger (IRE), 5-1 One Night In Milan (IRE), 10-1 Kaizer (GB), 11-1 Pammi (GB), 12-1 Big Bad Bear (IRE), 20-1 Weather Front (USA)

PLAY SMARTER

WAKOOL showed an excellent attitude when making light of a five-month absence to score over C&D last time so is taken to defy a 4lb rise. Bootlegger is proving a model of consistency and is next on the list, with in-form One NIght In Milan another who warrants plenty of respect now back up in distance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WAKOOL (FR) 2.BOOTLEGGER (IRE) 3.ONE NIGHT IN MILAN (IRE)

RESULT 1 ............................... 2 ............................... 3............................... 4 ...............................

DISTANCES......................./....................... TIME ............................

Last 6 Runs 3/P28P-4 104F-20 12-U322 574-4P5 322-131 134648 2784-57

Horse ONE NIGHT IN MILAN BIG BAD BEAR BOOTLEGGER WEATHER FRONT WAKOOL PAMMI KAIZER

Career Wins 4 4 3 2 3 5 3

Places 2 5 7 3 6 7 3

Total Runs 19 16 21 16 11 31 19

Career Winnings 21443 26753 14162 8902 9983 16848 15189

Winning Distance Range 19-25F 16-19F 19-23F 16F 17-24F 20-24F 16-17F

Winning Going Range G-S GS-S G-GS G-ST GS-S G-ST GS-S

Runs Since Wins 3 5 5 15 0 5 9

Form Ratings 124 132 141 146 140 139 123

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Handicap Ratings 134 128 126 118 112 110 110

RACE 5

No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Race 6

2.45PM About three miles (2m 7f 170yds)

Total race value £10000

for four yrs old and upwards

THE HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY JOHN BALLOCH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280.

(Penalty Value £4683.56)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (16-21): S Thomson (15 wins from 86 runners, 17%) runs OFF THE BEAT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J O’Neill (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs ANYWAYYOULOOKATIT Weightwatcher: RAECIUS FELIX won off a handicap mark of 117, his rating is now down 11lb to 106.

Longest Traveller: MAGNA SAM trained by S Leech, Westbury-on-Severn, 357 miles.

No

1

Horse

Age

MAGNA SAM (GB) (26)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Angie Marinie

Owner: Mr S. Price Trainer: Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn Breeder: Shade Oak Stud Sponsor: Tote

st

lb

7 11 12

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW triple diamond, EMERALD GREEN and BLACK striped sleeves, YELLOW and BLACK quartered cap.

Form: F6-6PP5 D 1 wins £3482

TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin winner of Ludlow hunter in January 2020. Best effort since when fifth of 9 in 24.2f Exeter handicap chase on return/debut for new yard and possibilities here if able to build on that.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 109

2

UPANDATIT (IRE) (20)

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Betty Beck (IRE)

Owner: Miss Jean Matterson Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Breeder: Mr W. Ewing Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, GREY seams, EMERALD GREEN sleeves and cap.

Form: 0035-43 0 wins £0

OFF THE BEAT (GB) (234) Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Off By Heart

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

RAECIUS FELIX (IRE) (25) Ch g Stowaway - Dances With Waves (IRE)

Ryan Mania

7 11 9

Mr John Wade Colours: MAROON, WHITE hooped sleeves.

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Form: P5-5333 2 wins £8577 Gregory Rossiter STONEGRAVE AGGREGATES LTD, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice in 2020 and his placed efforts here and at Sedgefield since returning from a break have been creditable. Couldn’t be sure that he’ll welcome this step back up in trip, though.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 106

5

Sean Quinlan

7 11 10

Owner: Ken McGarrity & The Western Chasers Colours: WHITE and MAROON check, Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw MAROON sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE cap.

Breeder: George Maher Form: P455201 wins £3768 Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing, Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit since landing a Newcastle novice hurdle in January 2020, but would be in with a fighting chance off this mark if things were to click for him at the first attempt over fences.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/4/2021 it was reported that the horse had lost a shoe.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 107

4

A. P. Heskin

6 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who immediately stepped up on hurdling exploits when third on recent reappearance/debut over fences at Ayr (20.5f). Major claims now upped in trip off the same mark.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 107

3

Jockey

ANYWAYYOULOOKATIT (IRE) (15) B g Presenting - Whyalla (IRE)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: Colm Griffin Sponsor: Wasdell Group

Brian Hughes

8 10 12

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: 455P-50 D 1 wins £2924

TIMEFORM VIEW Has dipped to a potentially handy mark, but ended last term out of sorts and there have been no signs of an imminent return to form in a couple of runs so far this season.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 95 Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

6

OLD JEWRY (IRE) (23) B g Le Fou (IRE) - Clerken Bridge (IRE)

Owner: Origin Trainer: Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie Breeder: Patrick Joseph McCartan Sponsor: Daragh Bourke Racing, Origin

7 10 10

Colours: DARK BLUE and GREY check, DARK BLUE sleeves, GREY armlets.

Form: 1-00000 3 wins £8060

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over hurdles during a productive 2020/21, but there are very few positives to glean from this season’s efforts. Hopes pinned on new headgear/return to fences sparking a revival.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 93

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Alain Cawley

2020 WINNER: DEFINITE WISDOM (IRE) 7 11 0 Craig Nichol 4-1 (Rose Dobbin) 8 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Upandatit (IRE), 11-4 Raecius Felix (IRE), 11-2 Off The Beat (GB), 7-1 Magna Sam (GB), 10-1 Anywayyoulookatit (IRE), 14-1 Old Jewry (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

UPANDATIT is easily the most appealing of these on the back of an encouraging chase debut at Ayr, where he put in a good round of jumping and shaped as though this stiffer test would be in his favour.

With stamina concerns surrounding Raecius Felix, and Anywayyoulookatit and Old Jewry both struggling for form, Off The Beat and Magna Sam are taken to fill the places.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.UPANDATIT (IRE) 2.OFF THE BEAT 3.MAGNA SAM

RESULT 1 ............................... 2 ............................... 3............................... 4 ...............................

DISTANCES......................./....................... TIME ............................

Last 6 Runs F6-6PP5 8835-43 P45520P5-5333 455P-58 1-89978

Horse MAGNA SAM UPANDATIT OFF THE BEAT RAECIUS FELIX ANYWAYYOULOOKATIT OLD JEWRY

Career Wins 2 — 1 2 1 3

Places 1 4 1 1 2 4

Total Runs 17 8 11 18 16 29

Career Winnings 3482 3769 8694 2924 8060

Winning Distance Range 20-24F 16F 19-22F 24F 17-21F

Winning Going Range G-S — S G G G-S

Runs Since Wins 8 — 7 9 8 5

Form Ratings 112 106 — 119 86 —

Handicap Ratings 109 107 107 106 95 93

RACE 6

No. 1 2 3 4 5 6

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Race 7

3.15PM two miles about four furlongs (2m 3f 171yds)

Total race value £8000

for three yrs old and upwards

THE GET DAILY TIPS AT racingtv.com CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2754; Second £1377; Third £688; Fourth £345; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280.

(Penalty Value £3594.36) A

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (16-21): D McCain (35 wins from 153 runners, 23%) runs FINISK RIVER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs FINISK RIVER Longest Traveller: FINISK RIVER trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 238 miles.

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1

Horse

Age

FINISK RIVER (GB) (24) Gr g Red Rocks (IRE) - Scopa d’Assi (IRE)

Owner: Mr Les Buckley Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Immobiliare Casa Paola SRL Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

st

lb

8 12 0

Jockey

Colours: BLACK, BLACK and RED diabolo on sleeves.

Form: 224353 2 wins £7103

TIMEFORM VIEW Error-prone jumping means that he comes with risks, but avoided mistakes when third in a big-field Cheltenham handicap (21f) back hurdling last month. Solid each-way chance if able to back that up.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 121 Theo Gillard (3)

2

THAT’S A GIVEN (FR) (142) B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Aulne River (FR)

7 11 12

Owner: Kinneston Racing Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston RED and ROYAL BLUE diamonds on cap.

Breeder: Mr G. Berthouloux, Mme F. Perennes et al Form: P2-431P 4 wins £16988 Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Did the job well when opening chase account at Newton Abbot (21f) in July. No show in a Grade 3 later that month, but returns to this sphere for new connections on a workable mark.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 119

3

THE DELRAY MUNKY (GB) (303) 9 B m Overbury (IRE) - Delray Beach (FR)

Owner: The Twelve Munkys Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: DPRP Ltd Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Bruce Lynn (3)

11 11

Colours: PURPLE and YELLOW check, PURPLE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, striped cap.

Form: 2/431RP5 wins £47844

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Kelso last December, but followed that with a couple of non-completions and looks weighed up to his best back in this sphere.

Star Rating‘•••• Official BHA Rating 118 Nathan Moscrop

4

BRAYHILL (IRE) (36)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Definite Love (IRE)

Owner: J Fyffe & N M L Ewart Trainer: James Ewart, Langholm Breeder: Mrs Liz Ring O’Sullivan Sponsor: James Ewart Racing Limited

6 11 11

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star.

Form: 21151-r 1 wins £3768

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner who made a successful hurdles debut at Carlisle in March. Still leading when running out at the last on return there (2 1/2m) in October and very much one to consider on handicap bow.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 118

5

ENFIN PHIL (FR) (32)

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Nheyranne (FR)

7 11 5

Owner: Randall Orchard & Partners Colours: BLACK, RED Cross of Lorraine, Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham and cap.

Breeder: Philippe Raphael Legault Form: PP0-31P D 3 wins £14863 Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last term on a winning note at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m), but his profile is distinctly patchy and arrives here on the back of an inauspicious reappearance/chase debut effort. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/11/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 112

6

Owner: Trainer: Breeder: Sponsor:

UNIVERSAL FOLLY (GB) (36) B g Universal (IRE) - Madam Jolie (IRE) Tor Side Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke Mrs P. A. Cowey First Recruitment Group, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

Alan Doyle (5)

Jack Hogan (7)

6 11 3

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, striped cap.

Form: P42601 1 wins £3812

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back from a couple of below par displays when belatedly opening his account in 17.2f handicap at Carlisle in October. Capable apprentice claims 10lb and this 6-y-o is high on the shortlist.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 110 Conor Rabbitt (10)

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7

MONSIEUR CO (FR) (148) B g Turgeon (USA) - Cayras Style (FR)

Owner: Ken McGarrity & Partner Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke Breeder: Xavier Herail & Philippe Herail Sponsor: Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

8 11 0

Colours: WHITE and MAROON check, MAROON sleeves, WHITE armlets, MAROON cap.

8 wins £60856 Form: 544-605 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice off significantly higher chase marks last season, but well below par in a few runs during the summer months and hard to know what to expected of him back in this sphere.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 107

8

DIAMOND STATE (FR) (33)

B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Wonderful Diamond (GER)

Joe Williamson

5 11 0

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery & Mr PJS Russell Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie Cerdeval 1 wins £3594 Form: 46324-1 C Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW It wasn’t a particularly strong race in which he opened his account on return here (15.6f) last month, but he did the job well and should be in the mix if coping with this step back up in trip.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 107 Conner McCann (10)

9

CASTLETOWN (FR) (207) Gr g Poliglote - Message Personnel (FR)

Owner: Mr Raymond Anderson Green Trainer: Pauline Robson, Capheaton Breeder: Mr Raymond Anderson Green Sponsor: N. S. P. C. C.

9 10 9

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW sash and star on cap.

Form: 44335-F D 2 wins £14272

TIMEFORM VIEW Still well there when falling 2 out in a Perth handicap chase when last seen in May. Resumes back in this sphere on a fair mark, but he’s not the most reliable and is probably worth taking on.

Star Rating‘•••• Official BHA Rating 102 Thomas Willmott

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6 10 8

SARVI (GB) (14)

Br m Intello (GER) - Crystal Swan (IRE)

Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars.

Form: 414252 C 4 wins £26316

TIMEFORM VIEW Perth winner in July and in good form of late, runner-up here and at Ayr (both at around 2m) on 2 of her last 3 starts. However, it remains to be seen if she’ll benefit from this steo back up in trip.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 101 Tom Midgley (3) 2020 WINNER: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Diamond State (FR), 4-1 Universal Folly (GB), 11-2 Brayhill (IRE), 7-1 Sarvi (GB), 15-2 Finisk River (GB), 16-1 That’s A Given (FR), 25-1 Monsieur Co (FR), 28-1 Enfin Phil (FR), 33-1 Castletown (FR), 40-1 The Delray Munky (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Preference is for DIAMOND STATE, who had plenty left in the tank when gaining his breakthrough success here last month and, on that evidence, this step back up in trip shouldn’t be an issue.

Universal Folly also opened his hurdles account last time and, like the selection, is partnered by a capable apprentice who claims 10lb. He merits respect, but the unexposed Brayhill is feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DIAMOND STATE (FR) 2.BRAYHILL (IRE) 3.UNIVERSAL FOLLY

RESULT 1 ............................... 2 ............................... 3............................... 4 ...............................

No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Last 6 Runs 224353 P2-431P 2/431RP21151-R PP7-31P P42671 544-675 46324-1 44335-F 414252

Horse FINISK RIVER THAT’S A GIVEN THE DELRAY MUNKY BRAYHILL ENFIN PHIL UNIVERSAL FOLLY MONSIEUR CO DIAMOND STATE CASTLETOWN SARVI

Career Wins 2 4 5 3 3 1 8 1 2 2

Places 8 5 3 1 4 5 3 2 13 8

Total Runs 18 21 18 11 23 12 43 9 37 30

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Career Winnings 7018 16850 37715 3769 14980 3862 68001 3944 14273 5405

Winning Distance Range 17-22F 16-26F 19-24F 19-24F 18-20F 17F 15-17F 16F 20F 16F

Winning Going Range GS-S G-S HV-S S G-S S G-S GS G-S GS-S

Runs Since Wins 13 1 2 1 1 0 7 0 10 9

Form Ratings 128 — — 120 125 123 — 124 94 123

Handicap Ratings 121 119 118 118 112 110 107 107 102 101

RACE 7

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.15 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF BLACKFORD HILL ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for novice four, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, November 30th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 12th, 2022. 16 entries at £35. - Closed November 30th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.45 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW INTRODUCTORY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (Go North Grey Bomber Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8845 to the winning horse The second to receive £4066, the third £2033, the fourth £1016, the fifth £508 and the sixth £253. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not run in more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, November 30th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Grey Bomber Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 25th March, 2022. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Grey Bomber Series races during the current season 7 entries at £75. - Closed November 30th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.15 - THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8495 to the winning horse The second to receive £3914, the third £1956, the fourth £979, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old only, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £78 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £63 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 7 entries, 1 at £15 and 6 at £78. - Closed November 30th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.45 - THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY CHRISTMAS JUMPER NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3049 to the winning horse The second to receive £1405, the third £702, the fourth £351, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, November 30th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries at £23. - Closed November 30th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.15 - THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Stayers’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6861 to the winning horse The second to receive £3161, the third £1580, the fourth £791, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £53 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £43 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYERS HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Three Miles About Half A Furlong (3m 58yds) at Haydock Park on 16th April, 2022. 18 entries at £53. - Closed November 30th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.45 - THE HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY JOHN BALLOCH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4683 to the winning horse The second to receive £2157, the third £1078, the fourth £540, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £33 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 27th March, 2022. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Red Rum Series qualifiers during the current season. 11 entries, 1 at £6 and 10 at £33. - Closed November 30th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.15 - THE GET DAILY TIPS AT racingtv.com CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3594 to the winning horse The second to receive £1655, the third £827, the fourth £414, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £33 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, 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 December 3rd, 2021, 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. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries, 1 at £6 and 14 at £33. - Closed November 30th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

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TRAVEL INFORMATION

BY TRAIN The nearest train station to Musselburgh Racecourse is Wallyford on the Edinburgh Waverley to North Berwick train line. On racedays we organise a courtesy bus from Wallyford and Newcraighall train stations to the Racecourse, returning after racing.

WALLYFORD STATION COURTESY BUS TIMES FROM THE RACECOURSE Bus departure from Racecourse

15:30

16:30

Departure Wallyford to Edinburgh

15:52

16:46

Depart Wallyford to North Berwick

15:51

16:53

NEWCRAIGHALL COURTESY BUS TIMES FROM THE RACECOURSE Bus departure from Racecourse

15:10

16:10

Departure Newcraighall to Tweedbank

15:35

16:35

Arrive Tweedbank

16:22

17:21

The Bus Stop is on Linkfield Road (north side) at the Loretto Corner Junction

CAR PARK SHUTTLE Our shuttle buses run every 10 minutes to and from the Racecourse car park up until the second race and they restart after the fourth race. The bus stop is located on the corner of Millhill and Balcarres Place.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk/find-us

FIXTURE LIST DATE

RACEDAY

MON 20 DEC

CHRISTMAS JUMPER MEETING

SAT 01 JAN

BETWAY NEW YEAR’S DAY RACEMEETING

MON 03 JAN

THE BETWAY BANK HOLIDAY JUMPS MEETING

SAT 05 FEB

BET 365 SCOTTISH FESTIVAL TRIALS

SUN 06 FEB

BET 365 SCOTTISH FESTIVAL TRIALS

SUN 20 FEB

JUMPS MEETING

WED 02 MAR

JUMPS MEETING

FRI 25 MAR

THE RACING POST GO NORTH RACEDAY

SAT 16 APR

BETWAY EASTER SATURDAY FEATURING THE QUEENS CUP

WED 27 APR

EVENING FLAT RACE MEETING

THU 28 APR

FLAT RACE MEETING

MAY 09 MAY

AFTERNOON MEETING

SAT 21 MAY

EDINBURGH GIN RACEDAY FEATURING THE EDINBURGH CUP

SAT 04 JUN

THE SCOTTISH SPRINT CUP RACEDAY

SUN 05 JUN

THE SUNDAY SERIES RACEDAY

MON 27 JUN

EVENING FLAT RACE MEETING

WED 29 JUN

AFTERNOON MEETING

TUE 19 JUL

LUCAS ICE CREAM FAMILY DAY

FRI 29 JUL

FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES

FRI 5 AUG

STOBO CASTLE LADIES DAY

WED 17 AUG

AFTERNOON MEETING

WED 24 AUG

AFTERNOON MEETING

SAT 10 SEP

SUMMER FINALE WEEKEND

SUN 11 SEP

MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP FAMILY DAY

MON 10 OCT

THE SCOTTISH FLAT SEASON FINALE

WED 2 NOV

START OF THE JUMPS

MON 21 NOV

SALTIRE RACEDAY

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