Musselburgh Racecard - Wednesday 1st March

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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

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T TODAY’S TURE RACE FEA

The second race on the card is today’s feature race on the card, the Watch On Racing TV Novices’ Handicap e is Watc Chase for horses rated 0-120. Four head to post in what looks a competitive affair, albeit just the four runners, competit with the course and distance winner Hold Onto The Line heading the betting after a winning chasing bow heading back in November. It is interesting that the champion jockey has chosen him over the Donald McCain-trained Cartonne Also a winner at the first time of asking, over fences around here, there is little to split the two artonne. asking, arou currently. Diamond State steps back down in trip which should aid his cause and can put his experience to use. c e is now 0-5 over fences and is yet to match his hurdlers form Restandbethankful fills up the last spot, but he now a

JOCKEYS H TO WATCH

BRIAN HUGHES still heads the way to become champion jockey ven races but all VE Day, Hold Onto The Line and Hiadalfo rides. For a change, he only has the three rides across the seven should go well SAM TWISTON-DAVIES heads up north for just two De L’Isle have all been found in the market and well. TWISTON make the trip for no reason. Elogio looks to have solid claims in the opener, teaming rides and wouldn’t want to to hav up with Tom Lacey, and is the form horse to take out of the race HENRY BROOKE has continued to ride winners and impress connections. He rides Gamesters Girl, his only mount of the day, which could prove a successful one. mesters th

TRAINERS TO WATCH

again and often comes here with a solid book of

OLIVER GREENALL & JOSH GUERRIERO have been flying recently and are operating at a 26% strike rate over the last 14 days. Despite none of their three entered horses are well fancied, it is hard to not take a second look with their yard doing little wrong. DONALD McCAIN has a 22% strike rate here over the last five years and his runners are always expected to give a bold showing. He has just the sole representative in Cartonne in the feature which can’t be overlooked LUCINDA RUSSELL brings five strong contenders to the table and Cuban Cigar looks a danger in the 3.55pm contest, while SAM ENGLAND also sends over three which could have a chance

RACE DESCRIPTIONS

1:50 THE BET AT RACINGTV.COM JUVENILE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

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

This Juvenile race is designed formaiden 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) which should make it a competitive affair

2:20 THE WATCH ON RACING TV NOVICES’ 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 120. 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.

2:50 THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP CHASE (GO NORTH MONET’S GARDEN SERIES QUALIFIER)

This is another two miles and four and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards. However, this individuals are rated from 0 to 100. 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 95 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 90

3:25 THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(GO NORTH LADY BUTTONS SERIES FINAL QUALIFIER)

This is a two miles and four furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards fillies/mares 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

3:55 THE VISIT RACINGTV.COM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(GO NORTH SEA PIGEON SERIES QUALIFIER)

This one mile, seven and a half furlongs handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 115. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.

4:25 THE RACECOURSE LIVE STREAMS ON RACING TV EXTRA HANDICAP CHASE

The penultimate race this afternoon is a three miles handicap steeple chase for five-year-old and upwards which have been officially rated 0-105. As is 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 100 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95

5:00 THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING OPEN HUNTERS’ CHASE (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER)

A Hunter Chase gives the regulars of the Point-to-Pointing world a chance to shine under National Hunt rules. A horse is only qualified for this type of event if it holds a Hunters’ Certificate, something provided by a Master of Hounds to prove that the horse has been regularly hunted throughout the season This particular event is for fiveyear-olds and upwards, and is to be run over three miles. All Hunter Chases are restricted to amateur jockeys.

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DHAULAR DHAR (IRE) (113) 13 8 13 (1)

B g Indian Ridge - Pescara (IRE)

Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Gainsborough Stud Management Ltd

Sponsor: Johnnie Delta Racing

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars Form: 32003-1 C14 wins £100,569

STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED

Each horse has been given astar rating,these are defined below:

ëëëëë Selected to win the race

ëëëëê Good chanceofbeing placed.

ëëëêê By no means outofthe reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

ëëêêê Unlikely to win but not totally without hope

ëêêêê Can be given little or no chance

PLACING A BET

1. PICK YOUR WINNER!

Many 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 Betting Ring, 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’. GOOD

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Total prize fund £7000

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

THE BET AT racingtv.com JUVENILE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

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

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (38 wins from 173 runners, 22%) runs VE DAY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerrieo (5 wins from 17 runners, 29%) runs APOLOGISE

Longest Traveller: ELOGIO trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 347 miles

No Horse Age st lb

1

APOLOGISE (IRE) (11)

B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Spirited Acclaim (IRE)

Owner: Malcolm Jones and John Norbury

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Ballyhane Stud & J. O’Connor

Sponsor: Swansway

11 0

Colours: DARK GREEN and YELLOW (halved), sleeves reversed, DARK GREEN and YELLOW quartered cap Form: 364 1 wins £4957

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for Andrew Slattery in Ireland but has yet to better modest form over hurdles, possibly flattered by finishing position fitted with a hood at Haydock 11 days ago This is an easier race Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 103

2

ELOGIO (IRE) (14)

B g Aclaim (IRE) - Scholarly

Owner: Plumbing World

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Selective Syndicate

Sponsor: Plusbac

11 0

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap Form: 122 BF 1 wins £4084

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat and made an excellent start when landing an Aintree bumper in November for Richard Bandey. Failed to justify favouritism both starts over hurdles, finding only one too good on each occasion. Should be more to come Star Rating

3

MORANDI SECOND (FR) (33) 11 0

Gr g Morandi (FR) - Hold The Thought

Owner: Cold Beer Sports Partnership

Trainer: Patrick Neville, Leyburn

Breeder: Mr Benoit Chalmel

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW diamonds on sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK star Form: 242 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair French maiden on the Flat. More polished on third hurdles start switched to a handicap when second at Doncaster a month ago That is just about the best form on offer

Star Ratingëëëêê Official

4

VE DAY (IRE) (138)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Cochabamba (IRE)

Owner: Owners Group 111

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Clarecastle Farm Limited

Sponsor: Owners Group

11 0

Colours: MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Prefontaine (2m winner). Fair maiden handicapper on Flat (stays 11f), run best excused when down the field last time Sold from Andrew Balding 40,000 gns in October Stamina no concern now hurdling. Fair bit to like. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/10/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA RatingBrian Hughes

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Elogio (IRE), 10-3 Morandi Second (FR), 7-2 VE Day (IRE), 4-1 Apologise (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A case can be made for all 3 with hurdles form but VE DAY, a half-brother to a useful sort in this sphere, may well be up to the job on his hurdles debut having transferred from one very good yard to another Elogio is the pick for the forecast. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VE DAY (IRE)

(IRE)

Jockey

Henry Brooke

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

Total prize fund £10000

THE WATCH ON RACING TV NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 2lbs

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (38 wins from 173 runners, 22%) runs CARTONNE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs DIAMOND STATE

Longest Traveller: CARTONNE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 238 miles

No Horse Age st lb

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RESTANDBETHANKFUL (GB) (61) 7 11 10

Br g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest

Owner: Mike Severs & Partner

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Breeder: Clarendon Farm

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW hoops and sleeves, YELLOW and PURPLE striped cap Form: 0-2324P 4 wins £20458

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who gained a third victory over hurdles in a Huntingdon handicap (15.8f) last winter Showed a similar level form first 4 starts over fences this term but ran poorly at Taunton latest and has since left Olly Murphy. Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 115

2

DIAMOND STATE (FR) (25) 7 11 7

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

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 4-23143 CD 3 wins £12681

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked rather fortuitous (left clear at the last) when getting off the mark over fences in a 4-runner handicap over 2m here in December and struggled over C&D next 2 starts, albeit 7lb out of the weights last time Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 112

3

HOLD ONTO THE LINE (IRE) (100) 6 11 5

Br g Westerner - Dedoctorsdaughter (IRE)

Owner: Carruthers, Drew, Kesson & Phillips

Trainer: James Ewart, Langholm

Breeder: John Bowler

Sponsor: Fitzdares

Colours: DARK GREEN and RED diamonds, DARK GREEN and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 30511-1 CD 3 wins £12090

TIMEFORM VIEW Had wind op before completing his hat-trick on chasing debut in 8-runner handicap here (20.3f) 100 days ago, beating a subsequent winner More to come and looks the one to beat.

Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA Rating 110

CARTONNE (FR) (24) 6 11 2

B g Balko (FR) - Nuance Tartare (FR)

Owner: Dave & Matt Slater

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: G.A.E.C. Campos

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: PURPLE, large LIGHT GREEN spots, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, PURPLE spots, YELLOW cap Form: 22-2401 CD 1 wins £4224

TIMEFORM VIEW Had been going the wrong way over hurdles but made a successful debut over fences under an enterprising ride over C&D last month. Must be respected with further improvement likely.

Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 107 (-1)

Brian

Hughes 4

Theo Gillard (3)

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Hold Onto The Line (IRE), 9-4 Cartonne (FR), 7-1 Diamond State (FR), 9-1 Restandbethankful (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

HOLD ONTO THE LINE continued his progress when completing the hat-trick on his chase bow over C&D in November and he’s taken to defy a 7lb rise given he pulled clear with a subsequent winner that day. Cartonne made all in a good time when off the mark over C&D on his chase debut last month and is the obvious threat.

Jockey

Nathan Moscrop

Derek Fox

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

THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (30 wins from 265 runners, 11%) runs THUNDER IN MILAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs THUNDER IN MILAN

Longest Traveller: QUIET FLOW trained by S England, Guiseley, 209 miles

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) No Horse Age st lb

1

VICTORY ECHO (IRE) (10) 10 12 0

B g Cloudings (IRE) - Serendipity (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. Barnes

Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton

Breeder: Miss Anne Marcella Casey

Sponsor: Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

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

Form: PP35P5 D 3 wins £11326

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles/dual chase scorer who finished well held returning from 4 months off over fences in a C&D handicap 10 days ago, headed 4 out and finding nothing. Hard to warm to on the back of that. Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 97 (-4)

2

STORM TIGER (GB) (15) 7 11 10

B g Shirocco (GER) - Lucys Pet

Owner: G Seward & Stella Barclay

Trainer: Stella Barclay, Garstang

Breeder: Mrs Lucinda White

Sponsor: Lancashire Racing Stables Limited

Colours: ORANGE, GREY stars

Form: 0450-52 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 7 attempts over hurdles but he caught the eye on return at Wetherby in January and similar story when second on chase debut at Ayr (20.5f) 2 weeks ago having been well backed.

One to be interested in.

3

Star Ratingëëëëë Official BHA Rating 93

QUIET FLOW (GB) (6) 8 11 2

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sardagna (FR)

Owner: The Pink & Purple Partnership

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: Mr & Mrs N. Faulks

Sponsor: Keighley Steel

Colours: PURPLE, PINK stripe, PINK and PURPLE striped sleeves, PINK cap, PURPLE star Form: 23P322 BF 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden following 12 attempts but he comes here in decent heart, again finding only one too good over 21f at Sedgefield 6 days ago In the mix again.

Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 85

THUNDER IN MILAN (IRE) (24)7 11 0

Tom Midgley (5) 4

B g Milan - Baby Briggs (IRE)

Owner: Thunder Holdings Ltd

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: John Mounsey

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 40-P204 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who has yet to match that form in handful of starts over fences, albeit not disgraced when fourth in a C&D handicap 24 days ago having not been ideally placed. Not dismissed.

Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 83

DETECTIVE (GB) (124) 7 10 3

Stephen Mulqueen 5

B g Kingman - Promising Lead

Owner: Mr A. Slack

Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Colours: RED, large YELLOW spots

Form: PP/-0 6 wins £24786

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily developed into a fairly useful performer on the level (up to 1 3/4m). No real promise over hurdles, including when well held in a Wetherby novice (2m) in October, but does now get a crack at handicaps over the larger obstacles Market should guide back from a break.

Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 72

DIVAS DOYEN (IRE) (26) 6 10 2

Conor O’Farrell 6

B m Doyen (IRE) - Sleeping Diva (FR)

Owner: The Unlikely Tenors

Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso

Breeder: Cyril O’Hara

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW hoop

Form: PP-P055 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise over hurdles in Ireland and similar story for present yard, including over fences Others arrive with more pressing claims Star Ratingëêêêê Official BHA Rating 70 Patrick Wadge (7)

Thomas Dowson

Nathan Moscrop

2022 WINNER: IZZY’S CHAMPION (IRE) 8 10 13 Derek Fox 12-1 (Lucinda Russell) 8 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Storm Tiger (GB), 7-4 Quiet Flow (GB), 7-1 Thunder In Milan (IRE), 11-1 Victory Echo (IRE), 16-1 Detective (GB), 66-1 Divas Doyen (IRE)

STORM TIGER has returned in good heart this winter, shaping well having been set plenty to do when runner-up on debut over fences at Ayr 2 weeks ago Open to improvement in this sphere, he gets the nod to build on that and come out on top Quiet Flow, who has filled the runner-up spot on his last 2 starts, rates the chief threat, ahead of Thunder in Milan.

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

Total prize fund £7000

THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACINGTV MARES’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Lady Buttons Series Final Qualifier)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): Mrs P Kirby (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs LONE STAR & MISSCARLETT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerrieo (5 wins from 17 runners, 29%) runs GAMESTERS GIRL

Longest Traveller: SWEET MAGIC trained by A Ralph, Bridgnorth, 299 miles

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SWEET MAGIC (IRE) (32) 5 12 0

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Garraidubh (IRE)

Owner: Fwittery Racing

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Thistletown Stud

Sponsor: Providence Global

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and WHITE stripes, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE diamonds Form: 03-43 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on her Irish bumper form sent hurdling for new yard when fourth of 5 in 2m mares’ event at Newbury in November Ran to a similar level when third at Uttoxeter (15.8f) and step up in trip sure to suit now handicapping.

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LONE STAR (GB) (13) 6 11 9

B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE)

Owner: John Cornforth and Peter Rawcliffe

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Breeder: R. Johnson

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

Colours: BLACK, RED stripe, RED cap, BLACK star

Form: 241211 D 3 wins £13238

TIMEFORM VIEW In top form this winter, gaining win number 3 at Newcastle (23.7f) a fortnight ago Up 8lb but drop in trip isn’t a concern and she clearly demands serious respect.

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GAMESTERS GIRL (GB) (56) 5 11 6

B m Telescope (IRE) - Gamesters Lady

Owner: Gamesters Partnership

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Kinsale Stud & Mr D. V. Williams

Sponsor: Swansway, Bryn Vyrnwy Caravan Park

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE star, ORANGE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap, ORANGE star

Form: 5-4356 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability in bumpers and made an encouraging debut in this sphere in a first-time hood after 5 months off when third at Bangor (19.6f) in September Failed to repeat that form twice since and opening mark demands more

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MAURA JEANNE (GB) (48) 6 11 1

Ch m Sulamani (IRE) - Watch Closely Now (IRE)

Owner: Land of Burns Racing Club

Trainer: Ian Duncan, Coylton

Breeder: Ian A. Duncan

Sponsor: Ian Duncan Racing

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

Form: 3604U6 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish maiden who has yet to find her feet for this yard.

Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 92

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B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Gwenadu (FR)

Owner: Mowbray Park

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: Philip & Orla Hore

Sponsor: Keighley Steel

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE chevrons, PURPLE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, EMERALD GREEN cap, PURPLE stars

Form: 13-4522 BF 2 wins £6644

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of 19f Catterick handicap chases last winter Lower in the weights over hurdles and found only one too good at Sedgefield in December Same mark here back from a break.

Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 85

MISSCARLETT (IRE) (29) 9 10 2

Jonathan England 6

B m Red Rocks (IRE) - Coimbra (USA)

Owner: Mrs J. Porter

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Breeder: Fontstown Stud

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

Colours: MAUVE, PURPLE stars, armlets and stars on cap

Form: 046200 D 3 wins £11022

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed bag over timber and on the level since winning handicap hurdle at Market Rasen in November 2021. Fit from the Flat but didn’t offer much at Newcastle a month ago Blinkers replace cheekpieces

Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 75

Thomas Dowson

Henry Brooke

2022 WINNER: MILLARVILLE (IRE) 9 11 8 Ryan Mania 5-1 (Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford) 11 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Lone Star (GB), 7-2 Sweet Magic (IRE), 4-1 Spot On Soph (IRE), 11-1 Gamesters Girl (GB), 25-1 Maura Jeanne (GB), Misscarlett (IRE)

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SWEET MAGIC has shaped with promise both starts for this yard, and with this trip sure to unlock more on this quick switch to handicaps she’s a viable alternative to Lone Star, who is clearly thriving but won’t be missed in the market.

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

Total prize fund £7000

THEVISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (38 wins from 173 runners, 22%) runs HIDALGO DE L’ISLE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs CUBAN CIGAR & FLYLIKEANEAGLE

Longest Traveller: HIDALGO DE L’ISLE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 238 miles

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HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (FR) (19) 6 12 0

B g Coastal Path - Agence de L’Isle (FR)

Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: Mme Michele Sayet

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 4-2221

1 wins £4224

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and going the right way over hurdles, opening his account in 8-runner handicap at Bangor (16.7f) 19 days ago, quickening to lead last and going clear Still unexposed and 7lb rise may not prevent the follow up

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EXCELCIUS (USA) (45) 7 11 12

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Crying Shame (USA)

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: Summerhill Stud

Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

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

Form: 51-F56P D 4 wins £30828

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler for Thomas Mullins in Ireland, successful 3 times in 2021. However, he’s shown little in 4 starts for new yard this term. Easy enough to look elsewhere

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GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (24) 7 11 6

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - La Reine de Riogh (IRE)

Owner: Mr I. T. Buchanan

Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke

Breeder: John P. Cahill

Sponsor: Keith Dalgleish Racing Ltd

Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 40-P423 BF 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who looked like landing a gamble for most of the way when second at Doncaster (19.4f) in January. Just as good on the back of a 6lb rise when third here last time and seems likely to be in the thick of the action again.

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CAN’T STOP NOW (IRE) (7) 6 11 4

Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Sorry Woman (FR)

Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 30

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: Newtown Stud Syndicate

Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: F0/6-354 D 2 wins £9259

TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent sort who ran a typical race when well held at Catterick in January, doing too much too soon. Was again too free back on the level at Newcastle last week and has enough to prove despite easing mark.

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CUBAN CIGAR (GB) (25) 5 11 4

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

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery & Russell

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: The Semayyel Partnership

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 4-32343 D 3 wins £12904

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who typically gave his running when third in 13-runner handicap over C&D (good to soft, 9/2) 25 days ago Highly likely to give another good account.

Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 105 Alan Doyle (5) 6

FLYLIKEANEAGLE (IRE) (25) 6 10 2

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Dulcian (IRE)

Owner: The Osprey Partnership

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Corduff Stud

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: BLACK, WHITE seams, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves and cap Form: 06/0-466 7 wins £28235

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on the Flat but has yet to better poor form over hurdles, again disappointing off the bridle when sixth of 13 over C&D 25 days ago 4lb out of the handicap and others more persuasive

Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 85 Patrick Wadge (7)

2022 WINNER: RAE DES CHAMPS (IRE) 5 11 0 Craig Nichol 10-1 (Rose Dobbin) 11 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Hidalgo de L’Isle (FR), 11-4 Garde des Champs (IRE), 10-3 Cuban Cigar (GB), 10-1 Can’t Stop Now (IRE), 16-1 Flylikeaneagle (IRE), 28-1 Excelcius (USA)

HIDALGO DE L’ISLE quickened up well off a steady gallop to get off the mark at Bangor 19 days ago and a 7lb rise doesn’t look enough to prevent the follow up Garde des Champs and Cuban Cigar are considered the main threats

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Total prize fund £7000

About three miles (2m 7f 170yds) for five yrs old and upwards

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RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (30 wins from 265 runners, 11%) runs DOMANDLOUIS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs DOMANDLOUIS

Longest Traveller: STORMEY trained by P Gilligan, Ireland.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) No Horse

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STORMEY (IRE) (39) 13 12 2

B g September Storm (GER) - Celia Barros (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. C. Quinn

Trainer: Paul John Gilligan, Ireland

Breeder: Michael McEvoy

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN stars, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON cap, WHITE stars Form: 630005 3 wins £17910

TIMEFORM VIEW Long time without a win but he did take a step back in right direction from his easing mark when fifth in 13-runner Navan handicap chase (3m) 39 days ago Task is to build on that now.

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CONCETTO (FR) (20) 6 12 2

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Lulu Rouge (FR)

Owner: 5 O’clock Somewhere Partnership

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mr Olivier Tricot & Mr Dominique Bressou

Sponsor: Swansway

Colours: GREY, PURPLE diamonds on sleeves, GREY cap, PURPLE diamond.

Form: 4-2P501 1 wins £3960

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 3 hurdles runs but proved a totally different proposition sent chasing, jumping boldly to score on handicap debut at Huntingdon (19.8f) 3 weeks ago Entitled to progress further and he’s well worth considering.

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DOMANDLOUIS (IRE) (12) 6 11 13

B g Getaway (GER) - Drive On Kate (IRE)

Owner: Two Black Labs

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Mrs Mairead Curran

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: WHITE, BLACK Labrador with RED collar, WHITE sleeves and cap with BLACK paw prints Form: 5F-13P4 1 wins £4901

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred more for stamina than speed and displayed much-improved form when landing 6-runner novice hurdle at Kelso in May. Yet to build on chase debut promise in 2 subsequent starts this winter but this is easier than his latest assignment 12 days ago Star Ratingëëëêê Official BHA Rating 104

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CROAGH PATRICK (IRE) (20) 8 11 7

B g Mountain High (IRE) - Benedicta Rose (IRE)

Owner: Mr R. J. Hewitt

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: Margaret Treacy On His Own Stables

Sponsor: Golden Sunset Holidays, Keighley Steel

Colours: BROWN, GREEN diamond and sleeves, ORANGE cap Form: 42P033 D 2 wins £22088

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of handicap chases last spring and he comes here in good order, third from his easing mark at Doncaster (20.5f) 3 weeks ago Very much in the mix eased in class

Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 98

FEROCIOUS (IRE) (63) 9 11 6

Jonathan England 5

B g Presenting - Accordingtoeileen (IRE)

Owner: Miss K. Leckenby

Trainer: Kate Leckenby, Duns

Breeder: Mrs M. Curran

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE hoops, WHITE sleeves, ORANGE and WHITE hooped cap

Form: 2240-6P 1 wins £5856

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish chaser who started well in hunters for new stable last season but ended that campaign with a couple of no-shows and well held both outings so far this term.

Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 97 Ryan Mania 6

LASTIN’ MEMORIES (GB) (26) 11 10 2

B g Overbury (IRE) - Dusky Dante (IRE)

Owner: Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster

Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso

Breeder: Mrs J. K. M. Oliver

Colours: BLACK, WHITE sash, collar and cuffs Form: 406-P56 2 wins £7732

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap chaser nowadays who again showed little over fences at Catterick (19.2f) early last month. Passed over from out of the weights Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 73 Stephen Mulqueen

Henry Brooke

Derek Fox

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Blinkers worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Concetto (FR), 9-4 Croagh Patrick (IRE), 11-2 Stormey (IRE), 6-1 Domandlouis (IRE), 33-1 Lastin’ Memories (GB), 50-1 Ferocious (IRE)

CONCETTO proved an entirely different proposition for the switch to chasing when opening his account in good style at Huntingdon 3 weeks ago and, with progress anticipated, he earns the vote to defy a 7lb higher mark. Croagh Patrick ran well himself at Doncaster recently and rates the chief threat.

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Race 7 5.00PM

About three miles (2m 7f 170yds) for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £5000

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STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2231; Second £1116; Third £558; Fourth £279. (Penalty Value £2566.50) HC Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): N/A

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N/A

Longest Traveller: SALVATORE trained by P Rowley, Bridgnorth, 299 miles

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BALLYMOY (IRE) (25) 10 12 6

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - John’s Eliza (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. H. B. Robinson

Trainer: Mrs C. J. Robinson, Shifnal

Hunt: Albrighton & Woodland

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE sash, PINK sleeves, WHITE cap Form: FP2-335 D 9 wins £140176

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler in 2018/19. Useful form over fences, completing hat-trick in 2021. Fit from points and fitted with a tongue tie but disappointing hunter debut at Wetherby 4 weeks ago Better expected now.

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SALVATORE (GB) (18) 10 12 6

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Cash ‘n’ Credit

Owner: Miss D. Cope

Trainer: Philip Rowley, Bridgnorth

Hunt: North Staffordshire

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE armlets

Form: 13-P402 C D 2 wins £6088

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple-point winner who landed 7-runner hunter chase at Bangor in February 2022. Not discredited at Southwell a month later but wasn’t on a “going” day at Cheltenham in April Fit from a runner-up effort between the flags last month. Cheekpieces on. Looks the way to go Star Ratingëëëëë

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BHA Rating 124

STEELY ADDITION (IRE) (10) 11 12 6

B g Craigsteel - Blond’s Addition (IRE)

Owner: Mrs J. L. Buckingham

Trainer: C. T. Dawson, Ferryhill

Hunt: South Durham

Sponsor: Step By Step Supporting Independence Ltd

Colours: ORANGE, WHITE chevron and sleeves, striped cap Form: 11-1212 D BF 5 wins £27255

TIMEFORM VIEW Revived by his current stable, winning all 4 starts in points and jumped with plenty of zest when off the mark in hunters at Kelso in May. Second between the flags a fortnight ago Star Ratingëëëëê Official BHA Rating 120

COOKING FAT (GB) (17) 12 11 12

Mr Paddy Barlow (7) 4

Ch g Tobougg (IRE) - Ostfanni (IRE)

Owner: Mr J. C. Clark

Trainer: J. C. Clark, Galashiels

Hunt: Lauderdale

Colours: ORANGE, BROWN sash and spots on cap Form: 1F1-2P5 D 4 wins £21833

TIMEFORM VIEW Held back by weak finishing when trained by Pauline Robson, last seen under Rules finishing fourth in handicap company in May 2021. Multiple winner between the flags but well held last month.

Star Ratingëëêêê

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BHA Rating 108

SHAUGHNESSY (GB) (17) 10 11 12

B g Shantou (USA) - Sudden Beat

Owner: Mr J. P. G. Hamilton

Trainer: Alison Hamilton, Denholm

Hunt: Jedforest

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 34P-P44 1 wins £2274

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner but a maiden hurdler/chaser and likewise in points, unplaced last month.

Star Ratingëëêêê Official BHA Rating 78

2022 WINNER: RIO DES ECHANAULT (FR) 8 11 9 Mr Nick Orpwood 5-6 (Jess McKie) 6 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

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Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Salvatore (GB), 9-4 Ballymoy (IRE), Steely Addition (IRE), 16-1

Cooking Fat (GB), 40-1 Shaughnessy (GB)

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Not a deep race but SALVATORE has won twice in this sphere and fit from a perfectly-satisfactory run between the flags, he looks the one to beat. Ballymoy was disappointing on his hunter debut last month but better is expected this time

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First Race 1.50 - THE BET AT racingtv.com JUVENILE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for juvenile maiden four yrs old. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North 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 7 entries at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2023.

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Second Race 2.20 - THE WATCH ON RACING TV NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215 and the fourth £608. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a prize to the winning Owner and Trainer A prize will also be awarded to the member of staff responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 8 entries, at £50.Closed February 23rd, 2023.

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Third Race 2.50 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse 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 Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 26th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifiers during the current season. 9 entries at £40. - Closed February 23rd, 2023.

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Fourth Race 3.25 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Lady Buttons Series Final Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, 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. February 27th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner & trainer a prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Lady Buttons Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Lady Buttons Series races during the current season. 11 entries, at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2023.

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.55 - THE VISIT racingtv.com

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon 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 Sea Pigeon Series qualifiers during the current season. 15 entries, at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2023.

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Sixth Race 4.25 - THE RACECOURSE LIVE STREAMS ON RACING TV EXTRA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer In addition, they will present a prize to the stable staff in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 11 entries at £35. - Closed February 23rd, 2023.

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Seventh Race 5.00 - THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321. for five yrs old and upwards, which, after 2020, have started in a British Point-to-Point Steeple Chase Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th.Weights: 5-y-o 11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All horses which Start in this race will be eligible to enter the CORINTHIAN SPIRIT “GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE SERIES FINAL to be run over a distance of about Three Miles about Two Furlongs (3m 2f 39y) at Kelso on May 28th, 2023. In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been Declared to Run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final 9 entries at £25.Closed February 23rd, 2023.

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DATE RACEDAY

FRI 24 MAR THE GO NORTH RACEDAY

SAT 8 APR THE EASTER SATURDAY FEATURING THE QUEEN’S CUP

SUN 30 APR THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES RACEDAY

FRI 5 MAY AFTERNOON MEETING

MON 15 MAY AFTERNOON MEETING

SAT 3 JUN THE EDINBURGH CUP RACEDAY SPONSORED BY EDINBURGH GIN

FRI 23 JUN FRIDAY NIGHT RACING

MON 3 JUL THE RACING TV EVENING MEETING

WED 5 JUL THE RACING TV RACEDAY

TUE 25 JUL LUCAS ICE CREAM FAMILY DAY

FRI 4 AUG THISTLE TIMBER FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES

FRI 11 AUG STOBO CASTLE LADIES DAY 2023

TUE 29 AUG EVENING MEETING

WED 30 AUG AFTERNOON MEETING

SAT 16 SEP THE SUMMER FINALE RACEDAY

SUN 17 SEP THE MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP FAMILY RACEDAY

MON 16 OCT SCOTTISH FLAT SEASON FINALE

WED 8 NOV

START OF THE JUMPS FEATURING THE PRINCE PHILIP CHALLENGE TROPHY

THU 30 NOV THE SALTIRE RACEDAY

FRI 1 DEC THE FESTIVE JUMPS MEETING

MON 18 DEC CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY

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