Musselburgh Racecard - Sunday 20th February

THE RACING TV RACEDAY SUNDAY 20TH FEBRUARY OFFICIAL RACE PROGRAMME £3

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

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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

The fourth race of the day is arguably our most exciting race of the day and sees sseven runners go to post. £15,000 is on offer forr this handicap chase over two miles and seven furlongs. f BUSTER VALENTINE is the top weighted for Mark Walford, who has booked Sean Sea Quinlan to ride the 124 rated nine-yearold. Brian Hughes is on board FIRST ACCOUNT for trainer Keith Dagleish as tthe eight-year-old gelding looks to go one bette etter than last time out.

PARIS TEXAS, DRAGONFRUIT, METHODTOTHEMADNESS, SCOOP THE POT A AND SEEMINGLY SO complete the card as they look to take home the day’s main prize.

JOCKEYS TO WATCH H The eye is immediately drawn to BRIAN HUGHES, who makess the journey north for six rides. His first ride is on Burn The Evidence in the Racing TV Cosmis Case Mares’ Novices Hurdle.

Hur He’ll then follow that up with rides on Spider’s Bite, River Walk, First Account, unt, Monsieur Co and Sweet Auburn.

A SEAN QUINLAN also travels ls up for six rides and he’s on board Buster Valentine V in the feature race of the day. His other rides are Celtic Dancer, I’m To Blame, Bridge Road, Paki Pakie’s Dream and Andre Le Not

TRAINERS TO WATCH LUCINDA RUSSELL sends eight here and she has Methodtothemadness in the feature race of the day and she also sends two in to the bumper, in the form of Scottish Wind and Snow Joeking. DONALD MCCAIN sends four to the track, with Nora The Xplorer, River Walk, Killane and Sweet Auburn looking to leave their mark on the day’s events. GORDON ELLIOTT sends just one to to the track and that comes in in the form of Burn The Evidence in the first race fo the day with Brian Hughes on board.

RACE DESCRIPTIONS 1.35 THE RACING TV COSMIC CASE MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE (CLASS 4) 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 mile novices’ hurdle race is for mares and fillies aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races/two steeple chases.

2.10 THE JOIN RACING TV NOW NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 5) This three mile steeple chase is another for novices’. It is restricted to horses aged five-years-old and upwards which have not previously won more than three hurdle races/two steeple chases. Initially, the weights are set according to sex with fillies and mares carrying 7lb less than their male rivals before previous hurdle race/steeple chase winners are allocated a 7lb penalty for each race won.

2.45 THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 4) This is a two miles and four furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 115. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.

3.20 THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 3) This is a three miles, about two furlongs handicap hurdle race for five-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.

3.55 THE BET AT RACINGTV.COM NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 5) This two miles and fou furlongs hurdle race is another for novices’. It is restricted to horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not previously won more than three hurdle races. Initially, the weights are set according to sex with fillies and mares carrying 7lb less than their male rivals before previous hurdle race/steeple chase winners are allocated a 7lb penalty for each race won.

4.30 THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 5) This is a two miles and four and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.

5.00 THE 100% RACING TV PROFITS BACK TO RACING OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry. This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four, five and six and will be run over two miles.

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD 1

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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

11 12 13 KEY 1 Colour Grap aphic 2 Sa Saddle Cloth number 3 Colou our of Horse

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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!

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Race 1

1.35PM About two miles (1m 7f 124yds)

Total race value £7500

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

THE RACING TV COSMIC CASE MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392.

(Penalty Value £4084.50)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs NORA THE XPLORER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (11 wins from 30 runners, 37%) runs NORA THE XPLORER Longest Traveller: BURN THE EVIDENCE trained by G Elliott, Ireland.

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BURN THE EVIDENCE (GB) (11) 5 Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Dizzy Frizzy

Owner: Mr Frank Morris Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

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Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap.

Form: 0-3211 D 2 wins £9478

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed previous promise when winning 5-runner bumper at Ayr (heavy) in January.

Impressed with her jumping when an easy winner on hurdles bow at Fairyhouse recently and will take some stopping.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating -

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NORA THE XPLORER (GB) (21) 7 B m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Bijou Love (IRE)

Owner: Mr D. Sherlock Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: D.G.S. Horse Transport Ltd Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Jockey

Brian Hughes

11 5

Colours: MAROON, WHITE chevrons, MAROON sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: 063-1 1 wins £5827

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 10 months and improved form when making a winning debut for Donald McCain 3 weeks ago. No surprise were there more to come for this yard.

Peter Kavanagh (7) Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 107

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THE PLAYER QUEEN (IRE) (77) 6 B m Yeats (IRE) - Seductive Dance

11 5

Owner: Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Colours: PINK, BLACK diamond and armlets, Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick quartered cap.

Breeder: John Dwan and John Brennan Form: 11-15 2 wins £9898 Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a successful start under Rules in Cheltenham bumper. Changed hands for £140,000 and looked useful when an easy scorer on hurdles bow at Ayr. Ground a possible excuse at Kelso. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/12/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating -

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RIPPLET (GB) (11)

B m Rip Van Winkle (IRE) - Seradim

Owner: Mrs Annie Mania Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Breeder: Deepwood Farm Stud Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK cross belts, PINK cap.

Form: 16//-6F60 1 wins £2274

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Hughie Morrison in 2018. Has been too free so far over hurdles, including on handicap debut from a lowly mark latest.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 84

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Craig Nichol

SHANTOU BOUDICCA (GB) (8) 6 Ch m Shantou (USA) - Toubeera

Ryan Mania

10 12

Owner: T C Racing Syndicate Colours: LIGHT GREEN, WHITE and BLACK Trainer: Tjade Collier, Wilsden check sleeves.

Breeder: Boultbee Brooks Ltd Form: 6-060U 0 wins £0 Sponsor: T C Racing, Lexicon Recruitment Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Little to get excited about so far.

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

WEST LAWN (GB) (35) B m Westlake - Garden Feature

Owner: Messrs F. T. Walton Trainer: James Walton, Morpeth Breeder: Messrs F. T. Walton

6 10 12

Colours: GOLD, RED sash, sleeves and cap with GOLD hoop.

Form: 650 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a stout pedigree and looks one for low-grade handicaps.

Star Rating‘•••• Official BHA Rating -

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Conor O’Farrell

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OOT MA WAY (FR) (33) B f Power - Olvia (IRE)

4 10 0

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: 5424 2 wins £5022 Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 10f Flat winner. Promises to do slightly better over hurdles, fourth on handicap debut a month ago and she receives plenty of weight all round.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 98

Alan Doyle (7)

2021 WINNER: LITTLE MO (IRE) 9 11 7 Ryan Mania 15-8 (Sandy Thomson) 8 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BURN THE EVIDENCE jumped superbly for a hurdles debutante when an easy winner at Fairyhouse 11 days ago and looks the way to go under a penalty. Nora The Xplorer and The Player Queen have also won over hurdles and will ensure this isn’t one-way traffic.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BURN THE EVIDENCE 2.NORA THE XPLORER 3.THE PLAYER QUEEN (IRE)

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

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

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OWNERS

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2021/22 JUMPS OWNERS CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS

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GERRY MCGLADERY

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MISS MCCRACKEN & B RYAN-BESWICK

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KEN MCGARRITY & MURRAY CAMERON

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CLAN GATHERING

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RACE 1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Burn The Evidence (GB), 4-1 Nora The Xplorer (GB), 6-1 The Player Queen (IRE), 17-2 Oot Ma Way (FR), 100-1 Ripplet (GB), 300-1 Shantou Boudicca (GB), West Lawn (GB)

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Race 2

2.10PM About three miles (2m 7f 170yds)

Total race value £8000

for novice five yrs old and upwards

THE JOIN RACING TV NOW NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

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

(Penalty Value £3594.36) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 260 runners, 12%) runs EMIRAT DE CATANA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Morgan (5 wins from 13 runners, 38%) runs CHAMP IS REAL Longest Traveller: CHAMP IS REAL trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 288 miles.

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BLACK EBONY (GB) (22) Br g Malinas (GER) - Our Ethel

Owner: The Mount Fawcus Partnership Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Breeder: J. M. Jefferson Sponsor: Tote

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Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets and star on LIGHT BLUE cap.

Form: 40/26-20 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler but only tenth in handicap at Doncaster (19.4f) 22 days ago. Cheekpieces on now sent over fences and he needs to step forward.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 104 Thomas Dowson

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SPIDER’S BITE (IRE) (38) B g Scorpion (IRE) - Model Girl

Owner: The Risk Takers Partnership Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses Breeder: Gleadhill House Stud Ltd

10 11 8

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

Form: P4UP5U D 2 wins £8707

TIMEFORM VIEW Now sixteen runs without a win. 16/1, unseated rider third in handicap chase at Catterick (25.2f) 38 days ago. Since had wind op but others appeal more.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 100

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LASTOFTHECOSMICS (GB) (35) 7 B g Shirocco (GER) - Cosmic Case

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

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

Form: 3-06222 1 wins £2794

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score over fences, but he’s knocking on the door, second of 9 in handicap chase at Kelso (23.4f) 35 days ago. Merits serious consideration.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 95

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Brian Hughes

CELTIC DANCER (IRE) (14) B g Court Cave (IRE) - Dochas Supreme (IRE)

Conor O’Farrell

9 11 0

Owner: Making Headway Racing and K Scott Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, YELLOW Breeder: Robert B. Hodgins cap.

Form: 4P6002 3 wins £18605

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, first run since leaving Eric McNamara when good second of 4 in handicap chase over C&D 14 days ago. Needs considering off 2lb lower mark here. Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 92

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EMIRAT DE CATANA (FR) (62) 8 B g Linda’s Lad - Kolada (FR)

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

Sean Quinlan

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

Form: 03-0231 CD 2 wins £6224

TIMEFORM VIEW Regained winning ways in 3m handicap hurdle here 62 days ago. Back chasing after a break and can’t be discounted if in the same mood.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 79 Stephen Mulqueen

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SHANBALLY ROSE (IRE) (62) 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

8 10 0

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

Form: 26F-054 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who posted good fourth of 9 in handicap over C&D on her debut over fences 62 days ago. In the picture if building on that effort despite being 6lb out of the handicap.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 72 Dylan Johnston (7)

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MIDNIGHT ANTICS (IRE) (108) 8 B m Midnight Legend - Toungara (FR)

Owner: T C Racing Syndicate Trainer: Tjade Collier, Wilsden Breeder: Simon W. Clarke Sponsor: T C Racing

10 0

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, WHITE and BLACK check sleeves.

Form: 00P-030 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, only eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (21.2f) 108 days ago. Makes her chase debut with plenty to prove.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 70

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FARLAM KING (GB) (21) Br g Crosspeace (IRE) - Second Bite

Owner: Mr M. Barnes Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton Breeder: Dairy Farm Stud Stallions Ltd Sponsor: Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

Lewis Stones (7)

9 10 0

Colours: RED, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets.

Form: 60-PP55 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 26 runs, and last of 5 in handicap chase at Sedgefield (26.9f) 21 days ago.

Visored for 1st time with something to prove.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 67

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CHAMP IS REAL (GB) (49) B g Kayf Tara - The Prime Viper (IRE)

Owner: Mr Alan Rogers Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: Mr J. L. Lightfoot

6 10 0

Colours: RED, WHITE stripe, WHITE sleeves, RED spots.

Form: 325-060 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Hooded when only eighth of 9 in 2m novice hurdle at Plumpton (300/1) 49 days ago. Goes chasing with plenty more required.Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 67

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SILVER STAR MIX (GB) (35) Gr m Fair Mix (IRE) - Shady Olive

Owner: Six Star Racing Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. L. Edwards Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing

Craig Nichol

Adam Wedge

6 10 0

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE stars on sleeves, WHITE cap.

Form: P60006 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show any worthwhile form, remote sixth of 9 in handicap chase at Kelso (23.4f) on her Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 64 Edward Austin (5) debut over fences 35 days ago. Hard to warm to.

2021 WINNER: PETITE GANACHE (IRE) 9 11 12 Brian Hughes 10-1 (Nicky Richards) 9 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Visor worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 8, 10. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Emirat de Catana (FR), 10-3 Lastofthecosmics (GB), 6-1 Shanbally Rose (IRE), 13-2 Celtic Dancer (IRE), 11-1 Spider’s Bite (IRE), 20-1 Black Ebony (GB), 25-1 Silver Star Mix (GB), 40-1 Midnight Antics (IRE), 50-1 Farlam King (GB), Champ Is Real (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A few of these arrive with question marks against them, so LASTOFTHECOSMICS is taken to gain a deserved first success over fences after a run of three consecutive second placings. Celtic Dancer made an encouraging start for his new yard when runner-up over C&D and is next on the list ahead of Emirat de Catana, who is weighted to have a say back in this sphere if on his A-game.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LASTOFTHECOSMICS 2.CELTIC DANCER (IRE) 3.EMIRAT DE CATANA (FR)

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

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15

RACE 2

7

Race 3

2.45PM two miles about four furlongs (2m 3f 171yds)

Total race value £10000

for four yrs old and upwards

THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3881; Second £1941; Third £970; Fourth £485; Fifth £280; Sixth £280.

(Penalty Value £5064.78)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs RIVER WALK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (11 wins from 30 runners, 37%) runs RIVER WALK Longest Traveller: DEO BELLATOR trained by S Millar, Ireland. NABRASKA trained by S Wilson, Ireland.

No

1

Horse

Age

DIAMOND STATE (FR) (14)

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

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie Cerdeval Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

st

lb

6 12 1

Jockey

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

Form: 24-1122 CD BF 2 wins £7188

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D scorer who posted good second of 9 to I’m To Blame in handicap back here 14 days ago.

Can give another good account on 2lb better terms with that rival now.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 118 Patrick Wadge (10)

2

I’M TO BLAME (IRE) (14)

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Swap Shop (IRE)

Owner: The Gilbert’s & Mr Campbell Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke Breeder: Miss Jane Doran

9 11 13

Colours: PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN star, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, PURPLE armlets and star on EMERALD GREEN cap.

Form: 354-561 CD 7 wins £25418

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a falling mark after 8 months off in 9-runner handicap over C&D 14 days ago by 1 3/4l from Diamond State. Up 4lb but he’s still not taken lightly.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 116

3

8 11 11

COOLKILL (IRE) (68) B g Arcadio (GER) - Elisabetta (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ken McGarrity Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Breeder: F. Quinn & S. Browne Sponsor: Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

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

Form: P521-P6 1 wins £3168

TIMEFORM VIEW Perth novice hurdler scorer in the spring but he came in last of 6 in 2m handicap chase at Catterick 68 days ago.

Reverts to hurdles and no surprise if he bounced back to form. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/12/2021 it was reported that Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 114 the horse was found to have bled.

4

Sean Quinlan

RIVER WALK (IRE) (25) B g Scorpion (IRE) - Lucy Rouge (IRE)

Ryan Mania

6 11 8

Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap.

Breeder: Pat Cassidy Form: 112 CD 2 wins £6262 Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who made winning hurdling bow over C&D before excellent second in novice at Catterick (19.3f) 25 days ago. Goes into handicaps now with more to offer. Big player.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 111

5

BOLLINGERANDKRUG (IRE) (50) 7 B g Getaway (GER) - Out Performer (IRE)

Owner: Ms Deborah Thomson Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Clare A. Kehoe Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

11 3

Colours: BLACK, RED star, BLACK sleeves, RED spots.

Form: 101-345 2 wins £7220

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Kelso hurdles scorer who reverts to this sphere after beating only one in 20f handicap chase here 50 days ago. One for the shortlist.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 106

6

DEO BELLATOR (IRE) (19) Ch m Getaway (GER) - Kiltoome Scot (IRE)

Owner: Neil Gault Trainer: S. Michael Millar, Ireland Breeder: Michael Carty

Brian Hughes

Derek Fox

9 10 12

Colours: WHITE, BLACK sash, YELLOW cap, BLACK star.

Form: 501205 D 1 wins £5267

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Irish hurdler who scored at Clonmel in September. Creditable fifth in 2m handicap at Newcastle 19 days ago, so she needs considering eased 1lb and back up in trip.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 101 Mr Neil Gault (7)

16

7

7 10 7

IDILICO (FR) (14)

B g Lawman (FR) - Ydillique (IRE)

Owner: Mr Dennis J. Coppola & Mrs Dianne Sayer Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith Breeder: Wertheimer & Frere Sponsor: Tote

Colours: WHITE, MAROON chevrons, MAROON sleeves, WHITE diamonds, WHITE cap, MAROON diamond.

Form: 0/5P/-054 3 wins £24058

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 14f on Flat but he had a wind op before coming in last of 4 in handicap chase here 14 days ago. Switches to hurdles with work to do.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 96

8

NABRASKA (IRE) (26)

Gr g Curtain Time (IRE) - Street Rose (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Linda Wilson Trainer: S. Wilson, Northern Ireland Breeder: Mrs Deirdre McGrath

Conor O’Farrell

9 10 4

Colours: PURPLE, WHITE cap.

Form: 525/-6P0 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Irish maiden chaser. Ridden aggressively when fading tenth in handicap at Down Royal (20f) 26 days ago. Goes hurdling now and he’s no forlorn hope.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 93 Cillin Leonard (5) 2021 WINNER: QUEST FOR LIFE 9 11 10 Jamie Hamilton 40-1 (Mark Walford) 11 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 I’m To Blame (IRE), 7-2 Diamond State (FR), 4-1 River Walk (IRE), 8-1 Bollingerandkrug (IRE), 11-1 Coolkill (IRE), 12-1 Deo Bellator (IRE), 18-1 Idilico (FR), 33-1 Nabraska (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

C&D scorer RIVER WALK arrives on an upward curve and is fancied to make it 3-4 now stepping into handicap company for his in-form yard. I’m To Blame and Diamond State fought out a good finish over C&D a fortnight ago and can chase home the selection in that order.

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

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17

RACE 3

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RIVER WALK (IRE) 2.I’M TO BLAME (IRE) 3.DIAMOND STATE (FR)

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There are 70 gentlemen members, all with Scottish roots and who enjoy racing and/or hunting. They dine annually in Edinburgh.

The Hunt meets each year at a different Scottish Racecourse. The running of the first race was at Kelso in 1779.

The Royal Caledonian Hunt Cup was first competed for at Perth in 1818 and was won by the Earl of Eglington’s “Sans Cullottes”.

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Race 4

3.20PM About three miles (2m 7f 170yds)

Total race value £15000

for five yrs old and upwards

THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5675; Second £2838; Third £1418; Fourth £710; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280.

(Penalty Value £7406.56) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): K Dalgleish (33 wins from 161 runners, 20%) runs FIRST ACCOUNT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Morgan (5 wins from 13 runners, 38%) runs SEEMINGLY SO Longest Traveller: SEEMINGLY SO trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 288 miles.

No

1

Horse

Age

BUSTER VALENTINE (IRE) (24) 9 B g Ask - Femme du Noir (IRE)

Owner: The Mount Fawcus Partnership Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Mr Tom Howley Sponsor: Tote

st

lb

11 12

Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets and star on LIGHT BLUE cap.

Form: P/01/-P23D BF 3 wins £15075

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced chaser who needed the run after 2 years off at Kelso and back to his near best when second at Wetherby next time. Not quite in same form there since but step up in trip will suit.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 124

2

Jockey

FIRST ACCOUNT (GB) (48) B or Br g Malinas (GER) - Kind Nell

Sean Quinlan

8 11 10

Owner: The County Set (Two) Colours: WHITE, RED seams, RED sleeves, Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke WHITE armlets, RED cap.

Breeder: Dr H. J. F. Why & Exors of Mrs J. A. Why Form: P22122 CD BF 3 wins £12255 Sponsor: Rollstud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who went close back in this sphere at Carlisle in November, edged out near finish. Just respectable second back up in trip over this C&D next time but has been eased 2lb.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 122

3

PARIS TEXAS (FR) (51)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Parice de La Borie (FR)

Brian Hughes

9 11 7

Owner: PT Racing Partnership Colours: RED, WHITE chevrons, armlets and Trainer: Jessica Bedi, Yarm star on cap.

Breeder: Mme C. Sirven Gualde & Mr J. Studd Form: 0-P155P 2 wins £13634

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap chaser in Ireland, latest win in chase at Downpatrick in June. Excuses when pulled up final start. Sold from Padraig Roche £4,500 in January.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 119 Aaron Anderson (5)

4

DRAGONFRUIT (GB) (73) Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Fruity Farm

Owner: Mrs Beverley Bostock Trainer: Oliver Greenall, Malpas Breeder: Exors of the Late Edward Crow Sponsor: Swansway, Smartplanner

7 11 2

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves, ORANGE armlets, ORANGE cap, EMERALD GREEN spots.

2 wins £6711 Form: 6P0-12P D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his chase tally at Bangor on return and backed it up with a creditable second at Ayr. Not on a going day at Newcastle last time but has been given a break since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/12/2021 it was reported that the horse had lost a shoe.Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 114 Mr Toby Wynne (7)

5

METHODTOTHEMADNESS (IRE) (72) 8 B m Gold Well - Odeeka (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: William P Dillion Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

10 11

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW braces, sleeves and cap.

Form: 16333P 2 wins £8360

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Hexham (20f) in June and 3 solid placed efforts since, though struggled stepped up to a class 3 at Cheltenham latest. Others appeal more for win purposes.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 109

6

SCOOP THE POT (IRE) (43) B g Mahler - Miss Brecknell (IRE)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: Robert McCarthy

Derek Fox

12 10 10

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Form: 03561P D 7 wins £44017

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who took advantage of his sliding mark when narrowly prevailing at Newcastle in December. Made plenty of mistakes and found to be coughing there next time so that is easily forgiven.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 8/1/2022 it was reported that the horse was coughing after the race.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 108

20

Alain Cawley

7

SEEMINGLY SO (IRE) (13)

Br g Dubai Destination (USA) - Jane Hall (IRE)

Owner: S. Townshend and P. Read Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: Ms A. J. Fox Sponsor: Postpack Ltd

9 10 0

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK cross belts.

Form: 3FP065 1 wins £4548

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of sorts this season and easy to oppose from 7lb out of the handicap.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 91

Adam Wedge

2021:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Hood worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 First Account (GB), 3-1 Buster Valentine (IRE), 5-1 Dragonfruit (GB), 9-1 Scoop The Pot (IRE), 10-1 Methodtothemadness (IRE), 16-1 Paris Texas (FR), 33-1 Seemingly So (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BUSTER VALENTINE had excuses at Wetherby last time and is worth another chance to build on his Boxing Day second there stepping up to a trip that should suit. First Account can fill the runner-up spot again, with Dragonfruit best of the others.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BUSTER VALENTINE (IRE) 2.FIRST ACCOUNT 3.DRAGONFRUIT

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

JOCKEYS’ & TRAINERS’

CHAMPIONSHIP

2021/22 JUMP JOCKEYS’ CHAMPIONSHIP

2021/22 JUMP TRAINERS’ CHAMPIONSHIP

BRIAN HUGHES

12

DONALD MCCAIN

10

CONNOR McCANN

4

LUCINDA RUSSELL

7

A P HESKIN

4

NICK ALEXANDER

5

*STANDINGS CORRECT AS OF RACING BEFORE THE 20TH FEBRUARY

21

RACE 4

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

Race 5

3.55PM two miles about four furlongs (2m 3f 171yds)

Total race value £7000

for novice four yrs old and upwards

THE BET AT racingtv.com NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2629; Second £1315; Third £657; Fourth £329; Fifth £280; Sixth £280.

(Penalty Value £3430.98)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs KILLANE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (11 wins from 30 runners, 37%) runs KILLANE Longest Traveller: BRIDGE ROAD trained by J Candlish, Leek, 242 miles.

No

1

Horse

Age

LOCK DOWN LUKE (GB) (56) B g Lucarno (USA) - La Grande Villez (FR)

Owner: Mr P. Stephen & Mr Mark Fleming Trainer: Jackie Stephen, Melrose Breeder: Shade Oak Stud Sponsor: Rapid Project Developments Ltd.

st

lb

6 12 3

Jockey

Colours: DARK BLUE, EMERALD GREEN hoop and armlets, check cap.

Form: F03433 1 wins £2924

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who matched previous best over hurdles when third in a 2m Kelso handicap in December, his jumping proving more efficient. Not disgraced when filling same spot at Wetherby (19.7f) since.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 102 Tom Midgley (5)

2

BRIDGE ROAD (IRE) (24) B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Lucy’s Legend (IRE)

Owner: Alan Baxter & Brian Hall Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek Breeder: Mrs Deirdre McGrath Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

6 11 12

Colours: WHITE, RED sash, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Form: 6-P0555 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Sholokhov gelding who has showed bits of promise in a handful of maiden/novice hurdles at around 2m so far this winter. Feasible to think he can do better in line with longer trip now handicapping.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 97

3

6 11 12

AAZZA (IRE) (74)

B m Beat Hollow - Kalygarde (FR)

Owner: Helen Ray and Isabel Tebay Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Breeder: Louis G. Vambeck

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK diamond, diamonds on sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK diamond.

Form: 1-12 BF 1 wins £4193

TIMEFORM VIEW Point scorer who proved willing when landing a mares’ novice hurdle on Rules bow at Hexham (2m) in November. Similar form when second under a penalty back there since and more to come now handicapping Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 97

4

GEMOLOGIST (IRE) (15) B m Sir Percy - Tiffany Diamond (IRE)

Owner: Musselburgh Lunch Club Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Mark Johnston Racing Ltd Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Sean Quinlan

Craig Nichol

7 11 11

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

Form: 0-332U0 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who made the frame on first 3 starts in handicaps this term. Unseated on penultimate start and rare below par display over 15.5f here latest. Still, record now stands at 0-40.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 96 Patrick Wadge (10)

5

GO BOB GO (IRE) (14) B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Fire Up

Owner: Riverside Racing Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston Breeder: Miss Mary Davison Sponsor: Tote

5 11 8

Colours: MAUVE and BLACK diamonds, BLACK sleeves.

Form: 662534 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who turned in another respectable effort when fourth in a C&D handicap 2 weeks ago, one paced run-in. Handicapper has relinquished his grip and entitled to give another good account.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 93

6

HOLD ONTO THE LINE (IRE) (19) 5 Br g Westerner - Dedoctorsdaughter (IRE)

Owner: Carruthers, Drew, Kesson & Phillips Trainer: James Ewart, Langholm Breeder: John Bowler Sponsor: James Ewart Racing Limited

Ryan Mania

11 6

Colours: PINK, DARK BLUE chevron, hooped sleeves.

Form: 0-2305 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 buy after finishing second in Irish point. Yet to better modest form in trio of maiden/novice hurdles at around 20f. Needs to find some improvement now handicapping.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 91

22

Alan Doyle (7)

7

RICKETY GATE (GB) (106)

8

ZARA’S UNIVERSE (GB) (56)

B g Trans Island - Hannah Jacques (IRE)

7 11 3

Owner: Tarzan Bloodstock Colours: GREY and DARK BLUE stripes, RED Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke cap.

Breeder: Nicky Richards Form: 56-0516 D BF 1 wins £3921 Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) TIMEFORM VIEW Cashed in off 5lb lower mark at Carlisle (20f) in October, looking well served by the step back up to 2 1/2m. Not in same form at Kelso (20.8f) in November but given a break since. Bounce back likely.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/11/2021 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.

Conor Rabbitt (10) Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 88 B m Universal (IRE) - Jontys’lass

Owner: Ashgill Stud 2 Trainer: Andrew Crook, Leyburn Breeder: Ashgill Stud

6 10 11

Colours: PURPLE, PINK stars, diabolo on sleeves and stars on cap.

Form: 463242 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who ran creditably without proving a match for an improving sort when 14 lengths second at Market Rasen (20.6f) on Boxing Day. May find a couple too good again.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 82

9

John Kington

7 10 10

KILLANE (IRE) (61)

B g Cloudings (IRE) - Kilkylane (IRE)

Colours: BLACK, LIGHT GREEN stripe.

Owner: The Horses Mouth Racing Club Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Form: 601r15 BF 2 wins £4955 Breeder: Miss Colette Keane Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited, Neos International Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Found some improvement to double career tally at Newcastle (2m) in December and not disgraced in when midfield in a race containing more depth when fifth at Ayr (2m) next time. Should go well again.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 81 Peter Kavanagh (7)

10

THAT’S YOUR LOTTIE (GB) (48) 7 B m Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Caoba

Owner: The Jackson Partnership Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels Breeder: Distillery Stud Sponsor: A1 Framing

10 4

Colours: PURPLE, WHITE triple diamond and sleeves, WHITE cap, PURPLE diamond.

Form: 605002 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 7-y-o mare who surpassed previous efforts under Rules when runner-up over 15.5f here in January, easily doing best of those ridden close up. Now her task is to back that up.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 75 Stephen Mulqueen

ABOUTTIMEYOUTOLDME (GB) (35) 8

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Mary Boleyn (IRE)

Owner: Miss Deborah Auld Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick Breeder: Chasemore Farm Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

10 0

Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE hoop, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars and cap.

Form: 060P/-60 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact on Flat/over hurdles during 2019/20 and similarly it’s been low-key stuff upon returning from a lengthy absence this winter. Needs to show more despite tumbling mark.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 67 Danny McMenamin 2021 WINNER: BROADWAY JOE (IRE) 7 10 12 Grant Cockburn 4-1 (N W Alexander) 14 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6, 8, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Aazza (IRE), 11-2 Killane (IRE), 15-2 Lock Down Luke (GB), 8-1 Rickety Gate (GB), 9-1 Zara’s Universe (GB), 11-1 Bridge Road (IRE), Go Bob Go (IRE), Hold Onto The Line (IRE), 12-1 That’s Your Lottie (GB), 14-1 Gemologist (IRE), 66-1 Abouttimeyoutoldme (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Plenty arrive with chances and it may pay to side with RICKETY GATE. A winner at Carlisle in October, he possibly wasn’t 100% at Kelso thereafter, and given a break since, it would come as no surprise to see him get back on the up. Handicap debutante Aazza, Killane and Lock Down Luke are a trio of others fancied to feature.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RICKETY GATE 2.AAZZA (IRE) 3.KILLANE (IRE)

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

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RACE 5

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Race 6

4.30PM two miles about four and a half furlongs (2m 4f 68yds)

Total race value £8000

for five yrs old and upwards

THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

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

(Penalty Value £3594.36) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): K Dalgleish (33 wins from 161 runners, 20%) runs MONSIEUR CO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Morgan (5 wins from 13 runners, 38%) runs CLEAR THE RUNWAY Weightwatcher: MONSIEUR CO won off a handicap mark of 118, his rating is now down 15lb to 103.

Longest Traveller: CLEAR THE RUNWAY trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 288 miles.

No

1

Horse

Age

MONSIEUR CO (FR) (21) 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

st

lb

9 12 1

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

Form: 605034 C 8 wins £60856

TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent and dropping in the weights without really looking ready to take advantage this term. On the plus side, this is a drop in grade and Brian Hughes takes over.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 101

2

Brian Hughes

CLEAR THE RUNWAY (IRE) (34)6 11 12 B g Jet Away - Minish Yeats (IRE)

Owner: Mr Alan Rogers Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: Mossie Cronin

Colours: RED, WHITE stripe, WHITE sleeves, RED spots.

Form: 5-23453 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Positives to draw from all 4 hurdles starts this term, travelling well but failed to sustain effort at Fakenham last month. Placed in Irish points and interesting switched to fences in cheekpieces.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating 98

3

Jockey

SONGOFTHELARK (IRE) (19) Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Norabelle (FR)

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

Adam Wedge

6 11 10

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

Form: 0-345U 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to useful hurdler/high-class chaser Invitation Only. Minor promise only over hurdles and made inauspicious start over fences, making mistakes before finally unseating at Newcastle.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 96 Stephen Mulqueen

4

CLARET DABBLER (GB) (54) Ch g Haafhd - Floreana (GER)

Owner: Mrs A. J. Boswell Trainer: Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherfo, Jedburgh Breeder: Mrs Joanna Boswell

8 11 4

Colours: VIOLET, WHITE hoops, VIOLET sleeves, TURQUOISE BLUE cap.

Form: 34-5032 BF 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on initial efforts over fences when placed at Catterick last 2 starts after 6 months off, possibly doing too much too soon and worn down by a stronger stayer last time. Of interest.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating 90

5

GRAYSTOWN (IRE) (25) B g Well Chosen - Temple Girl (IRE)

Owner: Ursa Major Coltherd Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk Breeder: John Fahey Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

10 11 4

Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars.

Form: 3F1PP6 D 5 wins £16023

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Hexham (regular there) in October but pulled up next 2 starts. Kept the mistakes down when sixth at Catterick and now below last winning mark with usual cheekpieces back on.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 90

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CHOIX DES ARMES (FR) (35) B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Kicka

Owner: Mr J. P. G. Hamilton Trainer: Alison Hamilton, Denholm Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de Saint Voir Sponsor: Tote

Ryan Mania

Sam Coltherd

10 11 0

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star.

Form: 6/P30U-0 1 wins £4808

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler for Paul Nicholls in 2018. Below that level in light career for this yard since and had never really convinced as a chaser.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 86

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Alan Doyle (7)

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PAKIE’S DREAM (IRE) (26) B g Arcadio (GER) - Emily’s Princess (IRE)

Owner: Alan Baxter & Jennie Candlish Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek Breeder: Thomas Norris Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

8 10 12

Colours: WHITE, RED sash, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Form: P66004 C 1 wins £3119

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score over fences but did at least halt the slide when a keeping-on fourth at Leicester a month ago.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating 84

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ANY JOB WILL DO (IRE) (77) Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Funcheon Lady (IRE)

Owner: Northern Lights Racing Trainer: Jackie Stephen, Melrose Breeder: L. McCabe Sponsor: Rapid Project Developments Ltd.

Sean Quinlan

6 10 7

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW stars, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE armlets, PURPLE cap, YELLOW star.

Form: 4P-04PP 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact as a hurdler and has had a breathing operation ahead of chase debut.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating 79 Danny McMenamin 2021 WINNER: SHALLOW RUN (IRE) 7 10 13 Sean Quinlan 25-1 (Donald McCain) 13 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Claret Dabbler (GB), 4-1 Monsieur Co (FR), 9-2 Clear The Runway (IRE), 11-2 Pakie’s Dream (IRE), 9-1 Songofthelark (IRE), 11-1 Graystown (IRE), 28-1 Choix des Armes (FR), 50-1 Any Job Will Do (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The intriguing one here is CLEAR THE RUNWAY, who has been allotted a modest mark on this quick switch to fences and having garnered experience in points, he could be the way to go fitted with cheekpieces. Monsieur Co has the services of Brian Hughes and is interesting, while Claret Dabbler is another to take seriously.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLEAR THE RUNWAY (IRE) 2.MONSIEUR CO (FR) 3.CLARET DABBLER

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

RACE 6

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Race 7

5.00PM About two miles (1m 7f 124yds)

Total race value £5000

for four, five and six yrs old

THE 100% RACING TV PROFITS BACK TO RACING OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261.

(Penalty Value £2723)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs SWEET AUBURN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (11 wins from 30 runners, 37%) runs SWEET AUBURN Longest Traveller: HAREL DU MARAIS trained by S Crawford, Ireland.

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Age

ANDRE LE NOTRE (GB) (-) Br g Champs Elysees - Audaz

Owner: Mr Eric A. Elliott Trainer: Pauline Robson, Capheaton Breeder: Cuadra Africa SL Sponsor: Tote

st

lb

5 11 5

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

Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW €40,000 3-y-o, Champs Elysees gelding. Brother to a winner on Flat and half-brother to 2 winners. Dam 9f/1 1/4m winner. Yard 2-2 with newcomers in bumpers last 12 months. Likely type.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating -

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HAREL DU MARAIS (FR) (92) Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Urbi Et Orbi (FR)

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland Breeder: Mr Thierry Gouzerh et al

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, EMERALD GREEN spots.

Form: F 0 wins £0

NEIGH BOTHA (IRE) (-) B g Doyen (IRE) - Holmshill Gill (IRE)

Owner: Mr D. W. Whillans Trainer: Donald Whillans, Hawick Breeder: Joseph Neville Sponsor: Sport of Kings

Colours: BLACK, WHITE Cross of Lorraine.

Form: 0 wins £0

SWEET AUBURN (IRE) (20) B m Ask - Snug Bunch (IRE)

Owner: The Lyle Family & Hale Racing Ltd Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: J. Conlon Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: PINK, BLACK hooped sleeves, striped cap.

Form: F113 BF 1 wins £1906

FARNE ISLAND (GB) (-) Gr m Trans Island - Tigerific (IRE)

Owner: Ian Nicol Racing Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses Breeder: T. C. Dawson Sponsor: Tote

Craig Nichol

6 11 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer in October and was a smooth scorer on Rules debut at Sedgefield.

Unable to defy a penalty at Hereford 3 weeks ago but still sets a fair standard.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘‘ Official BHA Rating -

5

Sean Bowen

5 11 5

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 3-y-o, Doyen gelding. Closely related to a fair hurdler and half-brother to bumper winner. Dam unraced half-sister to Native River. Yard 1-10 with newcomers in bumpers last 12 months.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating -

4

Sean Quinlan

5 11 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Al Namix gelding. Dam, 17f chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser Buche de Noel. Fell sole start in Irish points (Nov 20). Yard 6-38 with newcomers in bumpers last 12 months.

Star Rating‘‘‘‘• Official BHA Rating -

3

Jockey

Brian Hughes

5 10 12

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE striped sleeves, check cap.

Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Trans Island mare. Dam, point winner, half-sister to useful-chasers Kings Grey and Wings of Smoke. Yard 0-1 with newcomers in bumpers last 12 months.

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

6

GRADY GASTON (IRE) (-) B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Hazium (IRE)

Owner: Clan Burns Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick Breeder: Peter & Sarah Fortune

4 10 7

Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stripe, sleeves and diamond on cap.

Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Dawn Approach gelding. Half-brother to 5 winners, including ungenuine hurdler Khazium, stayed 3m. Dam 1 1/4m-11.3f winner. Yard 0-3 with newcomers in bumpers last 12 months. Engaged 4.10 Kelso Friday.

Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating -

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Callum Bewley

7

SCOTTISH WIND (FR) (-) B g Territories (IRE) - Isalou (FR)

Owner: Lamont Racing Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Haras de Montaigu Sponsor: Lamont Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

4 10 7

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap.

Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Territories gelding. Half-brother to 6 winners on Flat, including useful 1m/9f winner Moonlight In Paris. Dam 1 1/4m winner. Yard 0-12 with newcomers in bumpers last 12 months.

Star Rating‘‘‘•• Official BHA Rating - Stephen Mulqueen

8

SNOW JOEKING (IRE) (64) B g Snow Sky - Thereinimaygo (IRE)

Owner: Mr Nigel Hogan Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Patrick Hogan Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

4 10 7

Colours: GREY, BEIGE braces and sleeves, BEIGE and GREY hooped cap.

Form: 0 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Snow Sky gelding. Ninth of 11 in bumper at Newcastle (14.3f, good, 18/1) on NH debut 64 days ago. Looks one for the longer term Star Rating‘‘••• Official BHA Rating -

Derek Fox

2021 WINNER: FRUIT N NUT (IRE) 5 11 4 Brian Hughes 9-2 (Donald McCain) 10 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Sweet Auburn (IRE), 10-3 Harel du Marais (FR), 11-2 Andre Le Notre (GB), 14-1 Neigh Botha (IRE), Scottish Wind (FR), 22-1 Farne Island (GB), Grady Gaston (IRE), Snow Joeking (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

It was a bit disappointing that SWEET AUBURN was unable to defy a penalty at Hereford such was the impression she made when making a winning debut at Sedgefield but she’s given another chance.

Harel du Marais and Andre le Notre look the obvious newcomers before market clues.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SWEET AUBURN (IRE) 2.HAREL DU MARAIS (FR) 3.ANDRE LE NOTRE

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

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.35 - THE RACING TV COSMIC CASE MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (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 novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, February 14th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st; 5-y-o and up 10st 12lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. Musselburgh will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and 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 four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on April 23rd, 2022. 13 entries at £30. - Closed February 14th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.10 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 14th and pay £28 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 18th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Musselburgh will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and a prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £28. Closed February 14th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.45 - THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5064 to the winning horse The second to receive £2333, the third £1166, the fourth £584, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £33 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 18th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Musselburgh will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and 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 Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 26th March, 2022. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Cab On Target Series qualifiers during the current season. 19 entries at £33. - Closed February 14th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.20 - THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7406 to the winning horse The second to receive £3412, the third £1705, the fourth £854, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 see Standard Conditions). £54 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 18th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb.

Musselburgh will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and a prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £54. - Closed February 14th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.55 - THE BET AT racingtv.com NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3430 to the winning horse The second to receive £1580, the third £790, the fourth £395, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. 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, February 14th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 18th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Musselburgh have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and a prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £23. Closed February 14th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.30 - THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 14th and pay £28 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

February 18th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Musselburgh will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and a prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £28. Closed February 14th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.00 - THE 100% RACING TV PROFITS BACK TO RACING OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four, five and six 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, February 14th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 5lb 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. Musselburgh will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and 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 Jodami Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 2m at Kelso on 26th March, 2022. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have finished in the first 8 places in a Go North Jodami Series Qualifier during the current season.

ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code).

20 entries at £25. - Closed February 14th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

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