Musselburgh Racecard - Sunday 1st January

NEW YEAR’S DAY

STEWARDS

ADRIAN SHARPE

(CHIEF STEWARD)

FRANKI CLARK

(STEWARDS’PANEL CHAIR)

LYNDSAY ALLAN GWEN THOMAS ADRIAN SMITH

STARTERS

ANDREW PARKER MICHAEL REID JUDGE FRASER PERRATT

CLERK OF THE SCALES

MICHAEL HAMILTON

VETERINARY OFFICER

DUNCAN MACDONALD

VETERINARY SURGEONS

DICK VET EQUINE HOSPITAL

THE ROYAL (DICK) SCHOOL OF VETERINARY STUDIES

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.

T TODAY’S TURE RACE FEA

Our feature race today is the Fitzdares ‘Auld Reekie’ Handicap Chase and it looks a belter run over the two mile, four and a half furlong looks ru trip Top-weight Minella Drama will have to concede weight to all his other eight rivals but looks the class act of the field for the -weight Minella all his rival leading jockey and trainer here at Musselburgh Pay The Piper has been a solid candidate for Ann Hamilton and returns to arguably his key at optimum trip since running over the minimum distance the last twice. There are still question marks over Gol Des Bois stamina so this um last are que could stretch his ability and from the same ownership, Cedar Hill could prove the better off the two here with Derek Fox in the saddle ould bette Half Shot bids for the hat-trick but has gone up another 6lb for his success around here in November, while Baron De Midleton has also ned over at a short price and both will need a career best. gone up for 1lb for his second at Sedgefield but was turned a b

JOCKEYS

H TO WATCH

Leading current champion here BRIAN HUGHES has plenty of chance ces, starting off with Sanitiser in the opener for Archie championship He maintains a ride in each of the six races, off wi n with good chances SEAN QUINLAN looks to have a nice selec- Watson and ending with Navajo Pass, both in chances. Q y with Pay The Piper in the feature race and Freddy Robinson in the opener RYAN tion of rides also, especially Fre MANIA also looks to be of interest on the day and he teams up with John McConnell in opener who should take all the beating and his trainer won this race in 2019 and 2020. on 2020

TRAINERS TO WATCH

hances of extending his lead in the Musselburgh

DONALD McCAIN usually brings a strong hand to Musselburgh and makes it his playground and today should be no exception He saddles two in the last which could prove his best chance at success on the day, but he has numerous chances throughout the card. SANDY THOMSON saddles Benson in the closer and he has hit the frame the last three times and will be hoping to go one better today Cedar Hill also looks a strong candidate in the feature chase, and it could prove a good day for Sandy. Stuart Coltherd brings just a sole representative here in Cooper’s Cross and that should mean he has an excellent chance in the feature chase also

RACE DESCRIPTIONS

12:25

THE FITZDARES FIRST FOOT JUVENILE HURDLE RACE

(GO NORTH GREY BOMBER SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)

Juvenile races are designed solely for three/four-year-olds in order to allow the younger horses to gain valuable experience by racing against each other before taking on their older, more battle-hardened rivals Initially, every runner in this one mile and seven and a half furlongs hurdle race is allotted 11st (fillies 10st 7lb), before previous winners are given a penalty dependant on the class of race which they won – 7lb for any hurdle race or 12lb if they have won two.

1:00

THE FITZDARES HAPPY NEW YEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (GO

NORTH

BRINDISI BREEZE SERIES QUALIFIER)

The second race on the card is a three miles handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110. 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.

1:35

THE FITZDARES ‘AULD REEKIE’ HANDICAP CHASE (GBB RACE)

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 145. 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.

2:10 THE FITZDARES NEW YEARS DAY NOVICES’ HANDICAP CHASE

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 and a half furlongs novices’ steeple chase is for horses aged five-years-old and upwards which have not won more than two steeple chases This race is also a handicap for horses rated from 0-100.

2:45 THE FITZDARES HOGMANEIGH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (GBB RACE)

The penultimate race this afternoon is a two mile handicap hurdle race for four-year-old and upwards which have been officially rated 0-145. As all handicaps on this afternoon’s card the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 140 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 135.

3:20 THE FITZDARES HAIR OF THE DOG HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

This is a two miles and four furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 140. 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.

people select ahorse based on it’snameorjockey colours or go to the Parade Ring to view the horses Alternatively you may wish to follow aparticular jockey or trainer,ora tipster in anewspaper.Others liketolook at the horse’sprevious races or ‘form’.

2. WHERE TO PLACE YOUR BET

1. In the BettingRing, in front of the Grandstand, with aracecourse ‘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 ahigh street betting shop

4. At the totesport club office,ifyou are amember of the totesport club

3. PLACE YOUR BET

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

-Please check your receipt. Mistakes cannot be rectified after arace 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’.

CHELTENHAM

Race 3 1.20

2m 4f 127y

1 Beauport (IRE) 11-7

NigelTwiston-Davies JordanNailor Form: 4-12, TFR:

2

3

The Real Whacker (IRE) 11-5

PatrickNeville SamTwiston-Davies Form: 2-01, TFR:

Harper’s Brook (IRE) 11-2

BenPauling LucaMorgan Form: 1-21, TFR:

4 Monmiral (FR) 11-2

PaulNicholls HarryCobden Form: 42-2, TFR:

5 Mortlach (GB) 11-2

FergalO’Brien PaddyBrennan Form: 233, TFR:

6 Thunder Rock (IRE) 11-2

OllyMurphy A.P.Heskin Form: 1-11, TFR:

CHELTENHAM

Race 4 1.55

2m 4f 127y

1 Brave Seasca (FR) 12-0

VenetiaWilliams CharlieDeutsch Form: 3F-1, TFR:

2 Happygolucky (IRE) 11-11

KimBailey DavidBass Form: 21/-3, TFR:

3 Stolen Silver (FR) 11-9

SamThomas SamTwiston-Davies Form: 41-U, TFR:

4

Simply The Betts (IRE) 11-8

PaulNicholls MrDavidMaxwell(3) Form: 52-0, TFR:

5 War Lord (GER) 11-7

JoeTizzard BrendanPowell Form: 42-3, TFR:

6 Lostintranslation (IRE) 11-6

JoeTizzard TomCannon Form: 00-0, TFR:

7 Sebastopol (IRE) 11-6

TomLacey StanSheppard Form: 2P1, TFR:

8 Midnight River (GB) 11-4

DanSkelton HarrySkelton Form: 3-13, TFR: 9 Fantastic Lady (FR) 11-1

NickyHenderson NicodeBoinville Form: 3U-1, TFR: 10 Nassalam (FR) 11-1

GaryMoore JamieMoore Form: 1-56, TFR:

Demachine (IRE) 10-13

KerryLee JonathanBurke Form: 0-12, TFR: 12 Il Ridoto (FR) 10-12

PaulNicholls HarryCobden Form: 03-4, TFR:

Shakem Up’arry (IRE) 10-12

BenPauling LucaMorgan(3) Form: 23-1, TFR:

Eden du Houx (FR) 10-6

DavidPipe TomScudamore Form: 001, TFR:

Jacamar (GER) 10-5

MiltonHarris PaddyBrennan Form: 406, TFR: 16 Coconut Splash (IRE) 10-5

EvanWilliams AdamWedge Form: 32-3, TFR: 17 Deyrann de Carjac (FR) 10-2

AlanKing AlexanderThorne(5) Form: 6-25, TFR:

153 YEARS OF “POWDERHALL” PAST WINNERS AND NEW YEAR SPRINT WINNERS

1870 >D Wight (Jedburgh)

1871 J. Dickie (Leith) D/H T. Angus (Darlington) D/H

1872 G. Alexander (Edinburgh)

1873 A. McKenzie (Edinburgh)

1874 I. Grierson (Edinburgh)

1875 J. Aiken (Johnstone)

1876 > P. Kilgour (Edinburgh) D/H > D. Wight (Jedburgh) D/H

1877 > F. Kilgour (Edinburgh)

1878 K. Edwards (Edinburgh)

1879 J. Hill (Kelso)

1880 J. Change (Edinburgh)

1881 T. Williamson (Hawick)

1882 R. Muir (Edinburgh)

1883 W. Davies (Edinburgh)

1884 W. Clark (Jarrow)

1885 T. Elliot (Sunderland)

1886 T. Hendry (Newcastle)

1887 J. Hamiton (Queensferry)

1888 G. Grant (Edinburgh)

1889 W. Watson (York)

1890 J. Jackson (Hawick)

1891 J. Jack (Leith)

1892 W. Hunter (Shettleson)

1893 A. Douglas (Leith)

1894 E. Gordon (Edinburgh)

1895 S. Bowstead (Byker)

1896 J. Cowan (Jamestown)

1897 W. Russell (Biggar)

1898 G. Duncan (Langholm)

1899 > D. Roberts (Leith)

1900 E. Nener (Wavetree)

1901 > D. Roberts (Leith)

1902 B. R. Day (Glasgow)

1903 J. Garside (Edinburgh)

1904 J. Muir (Leith)

1905 J. Innes (Portsoy)

1906 W. Maguire (Leith)

1907 R. Raisbeck (Edinburgh)

1908 G. Walker (Cupar)

1909 B. Stewart (Leith)

1910 > J. Riach (Ratho)

1911 J. Paris (Edinburgh)

1912 F. Donaldson (Broughton)

1913 M. Hendry (Jedburgh)

1914 W. Haddock (Stockton)

1915 W. R. Stevens (Glasgow)

1916 R. Thompson (Ferryhill)

1917 R. Brunton (Edinburgh)

1918 T. Brandon (Edinburgh)

1919 J. Edwards (Edinburgh)

1920 T. Eatock (Ince)

1921 J. Pentland (Edinburgh)

1922 D.W. Ball (Donibristle)

1923 > J. Riach (Ratho)

1924 F. Best (Jarrow)

1925 N. Thompson (Chathill)

1926 C. J. Brittee (Portobello)

1927 G. Howard (Bury)

1928 I. Duffy (Broxburn)

1929 J. Henshaw (Newharthill)

1930 A. Morgan (Llangewydd)

1931 T. Tait (Prestonpans)

1932 J. Carl (Elswick)

1933 > W. McFarlane (Glasgow)

1934 > W. McFarlane (Glasgow)

1935 J. K. McPhillips (Edinburgh)

1936 J. H. Mitchell (Letham)

1937 W. M. Scott (Galashiels)

1938 E. J. Saxon (London)

1939 C. James (Bebside)

1940 J. Gillespie (Leith)

1941 G. Taylor (Douglas)

1942 C. Chatburn (Chatburn)

1943 N. Taylor (Blyth)

1944 J. Urquhart (Edinburgh)

1945 R. Gordon (Edinburgh)

1946 G. Mitchell (Ashington)

1947 A. Spence (Blyth)

1948 J. Wilson (Musselburgh)

1949 A. McLagan (Methven)

1950 R. Short (Ashington)

1951 C. Harrington (Brownhills)

1952 E. Cummings (Australia)

OLD MEADOWBANK

1953 A. Wilson (Kirkintilloch)

POWDERHALL

1954 F. Scott (Falkirk)

1955 N. Robertson (Perth)

1956 J. Bryce (Alva)

1957 J. Ball (Blyth)

HAWICK

1958 N. Atkinson (Brampton)

TRANENT

1959 F. Loss (Ashington)

NEWTONGRANGE

1960 A. A. Pow (Innerleithen) 1961 J. Lothian (Walkerburn) 1962 C. Harrison (Bedlington) 1963 R. Dunbar (Edinburgh)

1964 W. McLellan (East Wemyss)

POWDERHALL

1965 T. Dickson (Hawick)

1966 M. Murray (Barrow)

1967 E. Cain (Carlisle)

1968 R. Swan (Cardenden)

1969 D. Deas (Buckhaven)

1970 G. McNeill (Tranent)

MEADOWBANK

1971 W. Young (Elphinstone)

1972 R. Oliver (Cowdenbeath)

1973 J. Kirk (Lochgelly)

1974 <P Mulgrew (Edinburgh)

1975 J. Connor (Sunderland)

1976 D. Burgess (Edinburgh)

1977 J. Stirling (Ormiston)

1978 J. Heron (Symington)

1979 A. Forster (Prestonpans)

1980 D. Valentine (Edinburgh)

1981 A. McQuaig (Dumbarton)

1982 A. Walker (Hawick)

1983 N. Turnbull (Peebles)

1984 K. Bell (San Diego, USA)

1985 W. Fraser (Bonnyrigg)

1986 > B. Mulgrew (Edinburgh)

1987 W. Snoddy (San Diego, USA)

1988 E. Smart (Whitley Bay)

1989 T. Finkle (Jedburgh)

1990 J. Mallin (Hawick)

1991 D. Donald (Dundonald)

1992 M. Elliot (Hawick)

1993 (Jan) N. Sneddon (Edinburgh)

1993 (Dec) D. Barbour (Walkerburn)

1994 (Dec) D. Walker (Edinburgh AC)

1995 (Dec) K. Campbell (Edinburgh S.H.) 1996 (Dec) * J. Thomas (Woodford Green AC) 1997 (Dec) J. Cunningham (Haddington) 1998 (Dec) * J. Thomas (Woodford Green AC)

MUSSELBURGH

1999 (Dec) R. Pitt (City of Edinburgh)

2001 (Jan) N. Smith (Dunfermline & W.F.) 2001 (Dec) C. Telford (Newcastle)

2002 (Dec) D. Lauder (Hawick)

2003 (Jan) G. Charlton (North Shields) 2004 (Dec) P. Swan (City of Edinburgh) 2006 (Jan) C. Bowers (Glenrothes) 2006 (Dec) T. Bowman (Leeds)

2007 (Dec) C. Robertson (Galashiels) 2008 (Dec) L. Marshall (Hawick)

2009 (Dec) D. Paxton (Hawick)

2011 (Jan) M. Paterson (Clackmannan)

2012 (Jan) G. Lister (Kirkcaldy)

2013 (Jan) B. Robbins (Edinburgh A.C.)

2014 (Jan) D. Ali (Hawick)

2015 (Jan) C. Tindle (Edinburgh AC)

2016 (Jan) †Jazmine Tomlinson (TLJT)

2017 (Jan) Greg Kelly (East Kilbride AC)

2018 (Jan) C. McWilliam (East Kilbride AC)

2019 (Jan) G. Kelly (East Kilbride AC)

2020 (Jan) I. Horsburgh (Central AC)

2021 (Jan) † M. Reville (Edinburgh AC)

2022 (Jan) † S. Downie (Edinburgh AC)

LES PIGGOT AND JIM BRADLEY

The recent sad death at the age of 80 of Les Piggot, one of Scotland’s best sprinters, brings to mind recollections of the great amateur athlete’s connection with ‘pro’ athletics. Younger generations may not realise but the two athletics codes were totally separate until just over 30 years ago. In effect there existed a form of apartheid with only amateurs eligible to represent their country

Apart from multiple successes at Scottish Championships, Les also competed at two Olympics, Mexico 1968 and Munich 1972, two European Championships Helsinki 1971 and Rome 1974 and two Commonwealth Games, Edinburgh 1970 and Christchurch 1974, in a top-level career over some thirteen years. He was Britain’s only 100ms. finalist in both those Commonwealth Games and in 1974 equalled the U.K. All Comers 100ms. record of 10.3s.

As a sprinter of the highest rank, it surprised many and shocked the amateur establishment when he turned to the ‘pros’ to seek improvement. In a sense this was ‘crossing the line’ and potentially endangering his amateur status. And the man he turned to after the Mexico Olympics was sprint coach Jim Bradley whose track record, no pun intended, of producing top sprinters was unparalleled.

A formed pro-Sprinter himself of average ability, Bradley had been a ‘trial horse’ for the iconic Australian Eric Cumming, the 1952 New Year Sprint winner His real name was James Scott, a successful car tyre salesman by day and a near obsessive, perfectionist sprint coach otherwise. His knowledge of the sprint game was second to none and he was also adept at the use of psychology to instil trust in his methods and to improve athletes’ self-confidence.

His CV spoke for itself – five New Year Sprint winners between 1963 and 1971, Ricky Dunbar, Dave Deas, Tommy Dickson, George McNeil and Wilson Young. When Les approached him, he was initially taken back to be told he was ‘only a legs runner ’ and that his running style was ‘poor’ because of his arms which only swayed across his torso. Bradley agreeing to assist him was subject to two conditions, firstly that Les would not turn ‘pro’ as he wanted to demonstrate his methods could also work for amateurs, and secondly Les would not run at all for 4 months, to enable him to forget his poor technique Instead, he would build up his shoulder gridle strength working on the boxer’s speedball and do exercise circuits using bodyweight resistance only. He assured Les if he subscribed to his methods, he would improve him by about 3 yards.

Once on the track, Les adapted his style to use his arms effectively during high quality intense training sessions that lasted no more than 25 minutes with sprints up to a maximum 120 yards. Sessions took place at Saughton where among others he trained with George McNeill, Stuart Hogg, Dave Deas and Bert Hutchison. By the time Bradley emigrated to Australia in the early 1970’s Les’ predicted improvement had materialised, thanks to the coach and his own input. Needless to say, this rankled with a few high-profile amateurs who called for Les to be banned. That did not happen, but he was interviewed before the Edinburgh Commonwealth Games by a senior figure and pointedly reminded of the requirements of amateur status Thankfully, those attitudes are now in the past.

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About two miles (1m 7f 124yds) for juvenile four yrs old

THE FITZDARES FIRST FOOT JUVENILE HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

RACE STATS

No Horse st lb Jockey

1

CABRAKAN (IRE) (36)

B g Divine Prophet (AUS) - Ready’s Legend (USA)

Owner: Honestly Racing Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster Breeder: Aquis Farm Sponsor: Bresbet

11 7

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW seams, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, ORANGE cap Form: 21 D 2 wins £15977

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the level and confirmed the promise of his hurdles debut when landing 6-runner juvenile at Newcastle (fitted with cheekpieces) 5 weeks ago Likely to go well again. Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA RatingMitchell Bastyan

2

FREDDY ROBINSON (GB) (27) 11 7

B g Adaay (IRE) - Bling Bling (IRE)

Owner: Brian Ellison Racing Club Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

Colours: BLACK and WHITE diamonds Form: 41 CD 1 wins £11981

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat who built on his hurdle debut fourth to Cabrakan at Newcastle when seeing off 5 rivals over this C&D 4 weeks ago Ought to be competitive but more will be needed to follow up under a penalty. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 105

3

BRINGBACKMEMORIES (FR) (96) 11 0

B g Iffraaj - Glamour Queen

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe Trainer: John McConnell, Ireland Breeder: S.C.E.A. Team Hogdala France et al Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 23 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat. Translated most to that ability to hurdles when placed twice at the end of the summer and he has the potential for even better back from a break. Considered. Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating - Ryan Mania

4

DUYFKEN (GB) (190) 11 0

B g Le Havre (IRE) - Australienne (IRE)

Owner: Douglas Miller, Coltman, Dunning, Turcan Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Breeder: Wertheimer et Frere Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on the Flat in France at up to 1 1/2m for Carlos Laffon-Parias

Owner:

Sean Quinlan

7

PADDY’S FANCY (GB) (29)

Gr f New Bay - Likelihood (USA)

Owner: Zoe Hassall & George Hassall

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd Sponsor: Swansway

11 0

Colours: GREY, RED cross belts and sleeves, RED and GREY quartered cap Form: 16 D 1 wins £6153

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the Flat but switch to hurdles/fitting of cheekpieces did the trick at Leicester where she justified support in a 7-runner juvenile event. Not up to an Aintree Listed race since but likely to be more competitive with her sights lowered. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating - Toby Wynne (5)

8

SANITISER (GB) (115)

B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Spicy Dal

Owner: Ben & Sir Martyn Arbib Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Arbib Bloodstock Partnership

11 0

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE Cross of Lorraine, armlets and cap Form: 4 wins £42936

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) for Paul & Oliver Cole. Very interesting hurdle recruit for new stable and Brian Hughes does the steering. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 8/9/2022 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA RatingBrian Hughes

9

ANCORA (GER) (60) 10 7

B f Amaron - Ajesha (GER)

Owner: Mr Andrew Turnbull Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick Breeder: Stall Kimberley

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW seams, hooped sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap Form: P 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1 when pulled up in a C&D maiden on debut in November Star Ratingëêêêê

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Total prize fund £8000

About three miles (2m 7f 180yds) for four yrs old and upwards

THE FITZDARES HAPPY NEWYEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

RACE STATS

No Horse Age st lb

1

COSMIC OUTLAW (IRE) (71) 7 12 0

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Golden Moro (IRE)

Owner: The Friday Lions 2 Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Breeder: Maurice Lane Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing

Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE cross belts, hooped sleeves and spots on cap Form: 31/345-1 D 1 wins £4520

Jockey

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to something like his hurdling debut form to get off the mark after 7 months off in 13-runner handicap at Kelso (25.8f, good to soft) 71 days ago, by 3 1/2 lengths from Brandy Mcqueen, staying on well over longer trip Remains unexposed. Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA Rating 110 Dylan Johnston (10)

2

STARLYTE (IRE) (52) 6 11 13

B m Sir Percy - Virevolle (FR)

Owner: Mr Allan A. Grant Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Ringfort Stud Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: PURPLE, LIGHT GREEN cross belts and sleeves, PURPLE cap, WHITE star Form: 4013-51 3 wins £18297

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on the form she showed for Ian Williams when winning 9-runner handicap at Newcastle (20.3f, good) under this rider 52 days ago, drawing clear from last. 5lb rise fair and should prove just as effective now back over further Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 109

3

BRANDY MCQUEEN (IRE) (29) 6 11 12

B g Yeats (IRE) - Down Ace (IRE)

Owner: Townshend, Irving & Graham Trainer: Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh Breeder: Mr P. Sullivan

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK cross belts Form: 114222 D 2 wins £7406

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice successful at up to 3 1/4m during the spring and solid efforts in defeat from inflated mark since, keeping on well to again fill runners-up spot at Aintree (24.7f) last month. Highly likely to give another good account. Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 108

4

LOCK DOWN LUKE (GB) (45) 7 11 10

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.

Colours: DARK BLUE, EMERALD GREEN hoop and armlets,

Edward Austin (5)

Patrick Wadge (7)

7

NOT THE CHABLIS

B g Scorpion (IRE) - De Street (IRE)

Owner: Turcan, Dunning, Price, Stewart Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Breeder: R. J. Whitford

Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

(IRE)

(466) 9 10 11

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 2215/26- CD 2 wins £9227

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at this track over the larger obstacles in March 2021 but ran below form at Perth on final outing and may just need this after 15 months off Cheekpieces back on. Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 93

8

DOLLY DANCER (IRE) (85) 9 10 10

B m Yeats (IRE) - Scrapper Jack (IRE)

Owner: Mr Edward Cassie Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton Breeder: Brian Kiely Sponsor: Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars, YELLOW and BLACK striped cap Form: 12P655 D 4 wins £21800

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over fences at Hexham in June but has lost his way since Hopes rest on a breathing operation doing the trick now switched back to hurdles Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 92

9

LASTOFTHECOSMICS (GB) (41) 8 10 5

B g Shirocco (GER) - Cosmic Case

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

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 225P-03 1 wins £2794

TIMEFORM VIEW Has slipped in the weights and returned to form back over hurdles when third of 13 in C&D handicap (soft, 12/1) 41 days ago Enters calculations Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 87 Brian Hughes

10

PASTURE BEACH (IRE) (28) 6 10 2

Ch m Sholokhov (IRE) - Maryota (FR)

Owner: Mr Raymond Anderson Green Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Mrs A. L Moore Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW sash and star on cap. Form: 35-5400 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers but has yet to match that form over hurdles, always behind upped in trip at Kelso (22.7f) last time Improvement needed. Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 81 Derek Fox

NORTHERN FALCON (GB) (37) 8 10 2

B g Kayf Tara - Special Trinket (IRE)

Owner: Mr Semore Kurdi Trainer: Pauline Robson, Capheaton Breeder: Dissington Stud

Colours: BLACK, GREY chevrons on sleeves Form: 5606-60 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice placed in bumpers but has yet to better poor form over hurdles, though is entitled to strip

Bruce Lynn (3)

Stephen Mulqueen

Total prize fund £30000

two miles about four and a half furlongs (2m 4f 68yds) for five yrs old and upwards

THE FITZDARES ‘AULD REEKIE’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372. (Penalty Value £15609)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (40 wins from 168 runners, 24%) runs MINELLA DRAMA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs ANTEY Longest Traveller: MINELLA DRAMA trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 238 miles

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1

MINELLA DRAMA (IRE) (43) 8 12 0

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Midsummer Drama (IRE)

Owner: Green Day Racing Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: R. McCarthy Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, armlets and star on cap Form: 5142-43 D 5 wins £53957

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler/chaser, winning a Grade 2 novice chase last season. Respectable efforts in defeat in 2 conditions races this autumn and ought to be competitive back in a handicap Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 145

2

PAY THE PIPER (IRE) (28) 8 11 7

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Regal Holly

Owner: Mr Ian Hamilton Trainer: Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne Breeder: B. Walsh Sponsor: Hamilton

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED chevrons, quartered cap Form: 1224-03 5 wins £29674

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful over hurdles and quickly made up into an even better chaser last season, scoring at Wetherby and Newcastle All the better for his reappearance when third of 6 at Kelso (17f) last month and he likely would have gone close if he’d jumped better Thereabouts if keeping errors down. Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 138

3

GOLD DES BOIS (FR) (51) 9 10 11

Ch g Full of Gold (FR) - Equatoriale (FR)

Owner: Mr Raymond Anderson Green Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Mme Joelle Brillet & Mr Michel Brillet Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW sash and star on cap Form: 453-114 4 wins £39013

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles/chase winner in Ireland and put it all together for present yard of late, landing back-to-back 17f Kelso handicaps this autumn. Creditable fourth of 8 at Cheltenham last time Running well when unseating 2 out in this race last year Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 128

4

COOPER’S CROSS (IRE) (29) 8 10 11

B g Getaway (GER) - Rocella (GER)

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk Breeder: Alan O’Brien Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

Colours:

DAYS (IRE) (28)

6

CEDAR HILL (IRE) (28) 9 10 5

Br g Frammassone (IRE) - Dayamen

Owner: Raymond A Green & Patricia Manclark

Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Breeder: Meadow Park Stud

Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing, N. S. P. C. C.

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW sash, WHITE cap Form: 150-236 C BF 6 wins £42580

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice last season, including over 2m here Placed on first 2 starts this term but behind a couple of these rivals when last of 6 at Kelso latest. Back up in trip Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 122

Brian Hughes

Sean Quinlan

Danny McMenamin

Derek Fox

7

BARON DE MIDLETON (IRE) (30) 10 10 3

B g Brian Boru - Present Climate (IRE)

Owner: Brian Ellison Racing Club

Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Breeder: Aidan Aherne

Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

Colours: BLACK and WHITE diamonds Form: 33-0512 D BF 3 wins £14784

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form in blinkers last twice, capitalising on a reduced mark in ready fashion at Newcastle in November then second at Sedgefield (21f) 6 days later Claims if the headgear continues to work. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 120

8

HALF SHOT (IRE) (41) 9 10 2

B g Yeats (IRE) - Dochas Supreme (IRE)

Owner: The Farming Army Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Robert B. Hodgins

Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED chevrons, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE stars Form: 431-411 CD 3 wins £14758

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3-5 for his current yard when making all in a 2 1/2m course handicap hurdle 6 weeks ago Had won over fences at Sedgefield prior to that. New mark demands more but no shock were he to find it.

9

Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 118 Craig Nichol

ANTEY (GER) (27) 10 10 2

B g Lord of England (GER) - Achinora

Owner: Mr Gerry Mcgladery & Jim Beaumont Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: S. Penner

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 45P-435 D 4 wins £33160

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at one time for Willie Mullins but offered little in 4 starts for Patrick Griffin and comfortably held in 3 outings over hurdles for this yard. 7lb out of the handicap back chasing. Can only be watched. Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 112

2022 WINNER: AMOUR DE NUIT (IRE) 10 11 7 Bryony Frost 6-4 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 9. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Cooper’s Cross (IRE), 11-2 Baron de Midleton (IRE), 6-1 Minella Drama (IRE), 15-2 Half Shot (IRE), 8-1 Pay The Piper (IRE), 10-1 Gold des Bois (FR), 11-1 Dubai Days (IRE), 14-1 Cedar Hill (IRE), 40-1 Antey (GER)

Patrick Wadge (7)

Stephen Mulqueen

Total prize fund £8000

two miles about four and a half furlongs (2m 4f 68yds) for novice five yrs old and upwards

THE FITZDARES NEWYEARS DAY

NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

RACE STATS

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1EN MEME TEMPS (FR) (243) 9 12 1

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Lady Reine (FR)

Owner: Mr Ian Turnbull Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn Breeder: Mr Alexandre Barthelat Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage

Colours: GREY and PURPLE (quartered), hooped sleeves, check cap Form: 22346-4 1 wins £5458

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 19f winner over hurdles but not gone on from a promising start over fences, well held again at Ayr in May. Has left Philip Kirby. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 101 Sam Coltherd

2

EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE (IRE) (37) 7 12 0

Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Magie de Toulouse (FR)

Owner: Katie and Brian Castle Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke Breeder: Mr James Cummins & Ms Jacqueline Taylor Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, PURPLE star, chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap, PURPLE star Form: 65314-1 D 2 wins £8659

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles at Hexham in March, then ran with credit when fourth at Perth the following month. Surpassed that level immediately over fences when landing 5-runner race at Doncaster in November and there should be more to come Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA Rating 100

3

IDILICO (FR) (41) 8 12 0

B g Lawman (FR) - Ydillique (IRE)

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

Colours: WHITE, MAROON chevrons, MAROON sleeves, WHITE diamonds, WHITE cap, MAROON diamond. Form: 351264 CD 5 wins £36910

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways from 3lb lower mark at Perth (20f) in September and turned in another solid effort when runner-up back at that venue a month later Excuses twice since and now goes back over fences Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 100

4

TIMEFORM

WARRIORS STORY (GB) (10) 7 11 12

B g Midnight Legend - Samandara (FR)

Owner: The Warriors Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Breeder: Alan King Racing and Miss J. M. Bodycote Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

National Hunt Racing Club

Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: Dominique Le Baron

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE sash and sleeves, quartered cap Form: 41-P232

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets Form: 1/3635-6 D 0 wins £0

Sean Quinlan

Danny McMenamin

Stephen Mulqueen

7

LARGE ACTION (GB) (33) 7 11 1

B g Iffraaj - Titian’s Pride (USA)

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 46

Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton Breeder: Blue Blood Breeding 2 Ltd

Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: UF04-PP 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW In the process of showing improved form under front-running tactics at Catterick in March, around a length up when falling at the last. Pulled up both starts in November so lots to prove now sent chasing. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/11/2022 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem. Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 87

8

SHOUGHALL’S BOY (IRE) (10) 7 10 10

B g Watar (IRE) - Lady Shackleton (IRE)

Owner: Mr Richard Chapman Trainer: Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh Breeder: A. Mulligan

Sponsor: David Merry Farrier, Tote

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE hoop, armlets and cap Form: 1130-05 D 2 wins £5990

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back wins in 20f handicap hurdles at Hexham to end 2021 but hasn’t achieved a great deal since Cheekpieces back on. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 82 Edward

9

SHANBALLY ROSE (IRE) (31) 9 10 9

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

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED star, diamonds on sleeves, RED cap, ROYAL BLUE star Form: 26-P123 D 1 wins £3594

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 7-runner handicap chase at Perth in September Placed both starts since and likely to give it another good go High on the shortlist. Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 81 Dylan Johnston (10)

10

THE GREAT GEORGIE (GB) (46) 8 10 8

B g Multiplex - For More (FR)

Owner: Mr P. G. Stephen Trainer: Jackie Stephen, Melrose Breeder: Richard Kent Sponsor: Rapid Project Developments Ltd.

Colours: DARK GREEN, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap Form: 0P0/-40P 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to plenty of winners and, back from a long absence, showed more than previously over hurdles when fourth in a 2m novice at Hexham in September Well held completed start since and now goes chasing. Star Ratingëêêêê Official BHA Rating 80 Craig Nichol

11

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SHIROCCO (IRE) (40) 8 10 4

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE)

Owner: I I F T F Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso Breeder: J. P. King & P. Turley

Colours: LIGHT GREEN, PURPLE cross belts, PURPLE cap, LIGHT GREEN star Form: 04-5004 0 wins £0

NEW

ZEALANDER (GB)

(69) 6 10 2 B g Australia - Dalasyla (IRE)

Owner: Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Trainer: Leonard Kerr,

Ryan Mania

Austin (5)

Total prize fund £30000

About two miles (1m 7f 124yds) for four yrs old and upwards

THE FITZDARES HOGMANEIGH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372. (Penalty Value £15609) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (40 wins from 168 runners, 24%) runs COLLINGHAM & NAYATI

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Watson (3 wins from 23 runners, 13%) runs AL ZARAQAAN

Longest Traveller: AL ZARAQAAN trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 370 miles

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1

VOIX DU REVE (FR) (36) 11 12 0

Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Pommbelle (FR)

Owner: D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: D. Lommele, G. Wagner & S.C.E.A. Lommele

Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Colours: BLACK and WHITE stripes, chevrons on sleeves Form: 514-024 D 8 wins £134435

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart at best and cashed in on falling mark at Newcastle in March. Shaped as if needing the run on comeback at Aintree before running as well as entitled to in Fighting Fifth last time Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 133

2

HOMME PUBLIC (FR) (29) 6 11 13

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Uddy (FR)

Owner: The Nevers Racing Partnership II Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Jacques Cypres Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PINK armlets, PINK cap Form: 3661-13 D 3 wins £15586

TIMEFORM VIEW Picked up where he’d left off last season when quickening clear at Wetherby in November (16f, good). Solid third off this mark at Sandown (soft) since and could still have a bigger performance in the locker back on less testing ground. Cheekpieces on for 1st time Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA Rating 132

3

NAYATI (FR) (29)

B g Spirit One (FR) - Smadouce (FR)

Owner: CP RACING Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: V. Berouard, L. Berouard & S. Chatelain Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

9 11 13

Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE chevrons, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: F3//-1316 D 8 wins £64972

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned better than ever from a long lay-off, sprinting clear to record ready success at Bangor in November Found out in better company at Sandown since, however, Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 132

AL ZARAQAAN (GB) (27) 6 11 8

Br g Golden Horn - Asheerah

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XVIII & Partner Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 241111 CD 9 wins £67057

PARISENCORE (FR) (36) 7 11 5

B

6

FIRST IMPRESSION (IRE) (28)

Owner: Blackburn, Fox, McWilliams, & Pendelbury Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Breeder: John Dwan & Make Believe Syndicate Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Sheridan Ny Llp

Colours: BEIGE, RED seams, armlets and cap Form: U323-42 D 6 wins £34508

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted another good effort when second of 10 in handicap hurdle (10/3) at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to soft) 28 days ago That form looks solid and another good run seems likely off the same mark. Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 123

Nichol

Craig

Toby Wynne (5)

Brian Hughes

Billy Garritty

7

SOCIALIST AGENDA (GB) (27) 7 11 3

Ch g Sir Percy - Mercy Pecksniff

Owner: Mr James Fyffe & Mr Scott Fyffe

Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 4110-02 CD 5 wins £28645

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who bounced back to form after 4 months off when 3 lengths second of 6 to Al Zaraqaan in handicap hurdle at this C&D (soft, 10/3) 27 days ago, though was well positioned in steadily-run affair Cheekpieces back on. Needs more Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 122

8

SIZING MAURITIUS (IRE) (96) 6 11 3

B g Martaline - Beau Bridget (IRE)

Owner: Mr Anthony R.Hunt & Drinkwater family

Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

Breeder: Ann Potts

Colours: MAROON, LIGHT BLUE stripe, striped sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap Form: 0031-2 1 wins £4957

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of hurdling debut under a no-nonsense ride when winning 14-runner maiden at Kilbeggan (15.1f) in April Left Mrs J. Harrington for 28,000 gns after and possibly needed the run when second in a Sedgefield novice in September Makes handicap debut in a first-time tongue strap Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 122

9

COLLINGHAM (GER) (27) 5 11 2

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

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: D. A. Brand

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited, Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 426-123 CD BF 6 wins £36866

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who got back on the scoresheet when landing 6-runner handicap at Wetherby on return in October. Another good shift when going down narrowly at Ayr next time before failing to stay upped in trip here (19.8f) latest. Return to 2m in his favour Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 121

10

THEREISNODOUBT (IRE) (34) 10 10 12

Ch g Primary (USA) - Doubt (IRE)

Owner: Mrs H. Kelly Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Moygaddy Stud Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: MAROON, WHITE seams, WHITE sleeves, MAROON stars, MAROON cap, WHITE star Form: 2266-54 D 3 wins £22486

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2020. Failed to build on the promise of his reappearance when fourth at Catterick (19.3f) 34 days ago but his mark continues to ease Not ruled out. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 117

11

CUBAN CIGAR (GB) (41) 5 10 2

B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Semayyel (IRE)

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery & Mr PJS Russell Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: The Semayyel Partnership Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 514-323 D 3 wins £12904

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who wasn’t ideally placed when third of 8 in C&D handicap (soft) 41 days ago This is tougher, though. Has had a wind op and has tongue strap on for 1st time Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 105 Alan Doyle (5) 2022 WINNER: TOMMY’S OSCAR (IRE) 7 11 5 Tom Midgley 2-1

Lewis Dobb (7)

Danny Burton (5)

Charlie Maggs (10)

Derek Fox

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Total prize fund £20000

two miles about four furlongs (2m 3f 171yds) for four yrs old and upwards

THE FITZDARES HAIR OF THE DOG HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 3)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (40 wins from 168 runners, 24%) runs GAELIK COAST & NAVAJO PASS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs AURORA THUNDER

Longest Traveller: HOLMES ST GEORGES trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

No Horse Age st lb Jockey

1

GAELIK COAST (FR) (23) 9 12 0

Br g Coastal Path - Gaelika (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mme Karine Perreau

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, PINK cap Form: 510302 CD 6 wins £37438

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winning chaser and in good form back hurdling this season, winning at Worcester in June and back to his best when runner-up at Doncaster (19.4f, good) last month. This looks tougher, however Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 133 Charlie Maggs (10)

2

BENSON (GB) (29) 8 11 9

B g Beat Hollow - Karla June

Owner: J Fyffe & S Townshend Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Breeder: Netherfield House Stud Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Sandy Thomson Racing

Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 046-222 4 wins £32319

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term in disappointing fashion but back on track in filling runners-up spot on all 3 starts for new yard this year, not doing much wrong behind a game rival at Aintree (20f, good to soft) last month. Cheekpieces back on today. Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 128

3

FINDTHETIME (IRE) (43) 7 11 7

B g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE)

Owner: Tor Side Racing Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke Breeder: Kenilworth House Stud Sponsor: First Recruitment Group, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, striped cap Form: 2111-26 D BF 3 wins £19660

TIMEFORM VIEW Very progressive over hurdles last season, completing a hat-trick in the mud at Wetherby (19.7f) in February. Improved again when runner-up there on reappearance in October but disappointed when sent off favourite at Haydock a month later Bounce back required. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 126

4

NAVAJO PASS (GB) (63) 7 11 6

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Navajo Charm

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 0040F-4 CD BF 6 wins £80706

TIMEFORM VIEW Last season was disappointing but he was better than ever on the level when an easy winner at Haydock

Colours: ROYAL

THUNDER

Malinas (GER) - Ninna Nanna (FR)

Owner: Thunder Holdings Ltd Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 123F-2P CD 3 wins £17082

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with good second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f) in May. Run probably best excused after 5 months off at Cheltenham (19.9f, good) in October but will need to get back on track today. Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 120

Ryan Mania

Sean Quinlan

Alan Doyle

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HOLMES ST GEORGES (FR) (60)6 11 0

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Une Toulousaine (FR)

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland Breeder: Mrs C. Domenjoud & Mr A. Domenjoud

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, EMERALD GREEN spots Form: 410-421 C 2 wins £10510

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful transition to handicaps when winning 5-runner event (7/4) at this track (15.6f, heavy) 2 months ago 9lb higher mark demands more but he’s certainly going the right way.

8

Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 119 J. J. Slevin

GINGER MAIL (FR) (32) 7 10 12

Gr g Sinndar (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR)

Owner: Mrs David Coltman & Mrs J Douglas Miller

Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Breeder: Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

Colours: BEIGE and GREY diamonds, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 05U1-13 2 wins £10347

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who improved again to double his tally in a 7-runner handicap hurdle at Ayr on reappearance Limitations exposed in a better race at Haydock (18.9f, good to soft) next time so needs to get back on track here Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 117 Danny

9

ILANZ (FR) (24)

B g Rail Link - Vadrouille (FR)

Owner: Mrs A. M. Williams

Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster Breeder: Mr Jean Sandoz

Sponsor: Bresbet

5 10 10

Colours: DARK BLUE and PINK (quartered), DARK BLUE sleeves, PINK spots, DARK BLUE cap, PINK spots Form: 124311 3 wins £14595

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who arrives on a hat-trick after ready handicap successes at Market Rasen and Taunton last month. Hiked up 12lb now but he’s still not taken lightly. Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA Rating 115 Mitchell Bastyan

2022 WINNER: AURORA THUNDER 8 9 7 Conner McCann 17-2 (Lucinda Russell) 8 ran

OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Cheek Pieces worn first

McMenamin

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In the event of an emergency situation at the Racecourse, all racegoers will be notified via safety messages via the PA system. Please follow the instructions of the messages passed and also of the racecourse staff and police who will assist you at all times In the nt of an evacuation, please remain calm and assist the racecourse cials by leaving your area in a safe and orderly manner If you feel equire extra assistance please notify the nearest member of the racecourse staff. Thank you for your assistance in this matter

PHOTOGRAPHY

Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes in the public enclosures. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication without prior accreditation being obtained. Flash photography is not permitted anywhere in the Parade Ring, Winner’s Enclosure or anywhere in the vicinity of horses. John Grossick is the Official Photographer for Musselburgh and he can be contacted at jgrossick@btconnect.com or 07710 461 723.

PHOTO ID

Please note that Photo ID is required at the Entrance to gain concession rate entry. If you have any questions regarding this, please ask at the Racecourse Receptio Desk or call the Racecourse Offic on 0131 665 2859.

BETTING RING ENQUIRIES

All Betting Ring Enquiries should be directed to the Betting Ring Manager located in the Grandstand tunnel.

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board General Prize Fund scheme provides for the inclusion of £986,746 at this Racecourse in 2022

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MANAGEMENT RIGHTS

The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from th Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or dama persons or their property

All Attendees are reminded that many races and fixtures are given coverage on television, radio, online and in print, as well as by t racecourse in its own marketing purposes. By entering the racecourse attendees are accepting that they may appear in such broadcast and print coverage or any marketing purposes produced by the racecourse itself Accordingly, attendees shall have no right to object to their inclusion in any such material Each attendee will give any addition consents or waivers required for the unrestricted lawful use of any coverage (if any) without request for payment or imposing any other conditions

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In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds of admission tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances: Abandonment before completion of the first race - full refund Abandonment before completion of the third race - 50% refund Abandonment thereafter - no refund

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Racegoers can obtain refunds by 3 methods: n Racedays, where possible y Post - racegoers should send their ticket receipt with full address ils within 3 months of the date of the racemeeting to Musselburgh Racecourse, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh, East Lothian EH21 7RG 3. By using the ticket as an admission ticket to a future racemeeting within 3 months of the abandoned racemeeting date. Racegoers who have booked online cannot obtain a refund on racedays.

SERVICE PROMISE

At Musselburgh Racecourse, we are committed to providing a horseracing experience with style and flair You will experience a warm welcome with personal, professional and courteous service. We are driven by a passion for what we do to provide excellence in all areas If you believe we have not delivered service to your expectations, please can you let a member o our staff know

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If you have a winning betting slip but find that your bookmaker has left the racecourse for the day you can still claim your winnings To do this please send your slip o the AGT Ltd, 3a Kings Hall, s Business Park, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 4WY. These details are also printed on the back of your betting slip Your winnings will then be sent to you by cheque

HORSE CARE AT MUSSELBURGH

At every race meeting at Musselburgh there are three specially qualified equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Medical Teams responsible for the welfare of the Jockeys. The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race. It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground This does not reflect on the severity of an injury, but allows the vet some privacy and the horse the opportunity, in a calm environment, to mak a recovery Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erec around a fallen horse.

ATM

ATM Cash Machines are located adjacent to the Bistro Bar Glass Door & Main Tote Windows. Only £20 notes and multiples thereof are dispensed. There is a £2 transaction fee charged.

CLOAKROOM

Cloakroom facilities are available in the tunnel underneath the grandstand. The cloakroom closes 30 minutes after the last race. If lost property has not been claimed 30 days following the race meeting, items will be donated to charity.

INFORMATION

Racecourse Information and bookings are available at the Racecourse Office in the Weighing Room

FACILITIES FOR GUESTS IN WHEELCHAIRS

Two viewing ramps for guests in wheelchairs only are situated in front of the main Grandstand We have disabled access toilets in the Harris Tweed Bistro, Rockavon Bar, Pinkie Bar & the Links Pavilion Entrance

MEETING POINT

The suggested meeting point is outside the Weighing Room.

CCTV

Please note that for security purposes there will be CCTV monitoring throughout the racecourse today.

CODE OF CONDUCT

The Code of Conduct is a shared responsibility between the racecourse and you, the racegoer, regarding behaviour whilst on-course The Code of Conduct is an important part of our ability to reopen and welcome significant numbers of spectators so it is vital that you familiarise yourself with it in advance. A copy can be found on our website and will be provided with your purchase confirmation.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

SUNDAY 1ST JANUARY

Public transport on New Year’s Day is limited.

Please note that our courtesy bus will not be in operation today as there are no trains running.

Regular Bus Routes with limited services - these are not supplied by Musselburgh Racecourse and for further information please contact the companies directly

LOTHIAN BUSES NEW YEAR TIMETABLE INCLUDING -

26 service from Clerwood, Edinburgh City Centre and Portobello or Tranent and Seton Sands stopping on Musselburgh High Street

30 service from Clovenstone, Edinburgh City Centre, Niddrie, Fort Kinnaird and Stoneybank stopping on Musselburgh High Street.

44 service from Balerno, Currie, Juniper Green, and Edinburgh City Centre or Wallyford stopping on Musselburgh High Street

EAST COAST BUSES NEW YEAR TIMETABLE INCLUDING -

113 service from Pencaitland, Ormiston and Tranent stopping on Musselburgh High Street.

124 service from North Berwick, Gullane, Prestonpans stopping on Musselburgh High Street

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

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 12.25 - THE FITZDARES FIRST FOOT JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for juvenile four yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, December 26th, 2022 and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 30th, 2022. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and trainer. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Grey Bomber Series races during the current season 16 entries at £31. - Closed December 26th, 2022. SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.00 - THE FITZDARES HAPPY NEW YEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 30th, 2022. Penalties, after December 24th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and trainer A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifiers during the current season. 18 entries, at £35. - Closed December 26th, 2022. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 1.35 - THE FITZDARES ‘AULD REEKIE’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145. £150 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 30th, 2022. Penalties, after December 24th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb Fitzdares have kindly sponsored this race A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and trainer A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Fitzdares The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 15 entries, 1 at £30 and 14 at £150. - Closed December 26th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 2.10 - THE FITZDARES NEW YEARS DAY NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 30th, 2022. Penalties, after December 24th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and trainer A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries, 1 at £7 and 17 at £35. - Closed December 26th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 2.45 - THE FITZDARES HOGMANEIGH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 30th, 2022. Penalties, after December 24th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb Fitzdares have kindly sponsored this race A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and trainer A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Fitzdares. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE:A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 18 entries, 3 at £30 and 15 at £150. - Closed December 26th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.20 - THE FITZDARES HAIR OF THE DOG HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £95 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £19 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £76 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 30th, 2022. Penalties, after December 24th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and trainer A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 22 entries, 2 at £19 and 20 at £95. - Closed December 26th, 2022.

SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.