Newbury Racecard - Friday 3rd March

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Good afternoon and a very warm welcome to the first day of the BetVictor March Racing Weekend here at Newbury.

My thanks must go to today’s sponsors for their continued support and generous contribution to this afternoon’s seven race programme. This weekend marks the start of another exciting year with BetVictor who, in total, will sponsor 47 races across 14 of our racedays in 2023. BetVictor are joined by A-Plan Insurance, Focus, West Berkshire Mencap and Byerley Stud today.

March’s arrival means we’re now only three weeks away from the culmination of the jumps season here at Newbury, and we’re looking forward to welcoming BetVictor back across Friday 24 and Saturday 25 March for the jumps season finale. This final jumps fixture will provide us with an opportunity to present our end of season awards - The Newburys – in partnership with Conundrum Consulting, as we look back at all of the fantastic jumping highlights we’ve enjoyed this season.

Following the BetVictor Jumps Finale our attention will turn to the start of the Flat season on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 April when Classic hopefuls will be in action at the Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials Weekend. This fixture will also see the return of the popular Beer Festival featuring over 30 real ales and ciders from local brewers. Tickets are available to purchase online with bookings now also being taken for the newly refurbished Hennessy Restaurant which will be back in action for this weekend, so make sure you are one of the first to experience it.

If you’d like to take a look at what’s in store for The Hennessy Restaurant’s refurbishment, simply head to the ground floor of the Hampshire Stand where our display boards give a flavour of what you can expect. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for your ongoing patience while this exciting refurbishment is completed.

Thank you for choosing to spend your day with us. I hope you have an enjoyable and profitable afternoon and that we will see you again tomorrow for the second day of the BetVictor March Racing Weekend.

Julian Thick Chief Executive Newbury Racecourse

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10 TOTAL RECALL (IRE) (55) 8 10

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B g Westerner - Augest Weekend (IRE) (Dr Massini (IRE)) P. Townend

Slaneyville Syndicate W. P. Mullins, Ireland 4U105-1

Mr John Connolly

TIMEFORMVIEW Totally different proposition when ready winner of Muster National at Limerick in October on debut for Willie Mullins. Even an 18lb rise may not stop him with further progress very much on cards. TFRHHHHH

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Today’s Jockeys & Trainers

Jockeys

Harrison

4.00

Jamie Moore

2.15

Beau Morgan

2.15

Luca Morgan

1.40

Jordan Nailor

1.40

Sean O’Briain

1.40, 4.00

Trainers

Harry Derham

2.50

Samuel Drinkwater

4.00, 4.30

Stuart Edmunds

2.50

Dominic Ffrench Davis

1.40, 2.50

Harry Fry

2.50

Chris Gordon

2.15

Warren Greatrex

2.15

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero

3.25, 5.05

Claire Harris

4.00

Grace Harris

4.00

Milton Harris

2.50, 4.30

Nicky Henderson

1.40, 2.50, 4.00, 5.05

Clare Hobson

2.50

Alan King

4.00, 5.05

Emma Lavelle

1.40, 5.05

Gary Moore

1.40, 2.15

Neil Mulholland

3.25

Fergal O’Brien

1.40, 3.25, 4.00

Jonjo O’Neill

2.15, 4.30

Paul O’Brien

2.50

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

2.15, 2.50, 4.30

David Prichard

4.00

Caoilin Quinn

1.40

Conor Ring

4.00

Nick Scholfield

4.30

Nico de Boinville

4.00, 5.05

Ben Pauling

1.40, 2.15

David Pipe

2.15

Ryan Potter

1.40

Lydia Richards

2.50

Richard Rowe

4.00

Nigel Twiston-Davies

1.40

William de Best-Turner

2.15, 4.30

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OPENING SPRING 2023

Firstly, we would like to thank all our customers for their ongoing patience while the refurbishment of the Hennessy Restaurant on the second floor of the Hampshire Stand takes place during the first few months of this year

We are delighted to share details of this new and exciting space which will be opening in April 2023 and is now available to book!

The newly refurbished Hennessy Restaurant will be updated to create a classic yet contemporary dining space with inspiration focussed around the heritage of Newbury Racecourse. It will feature a welcoming brand new entrance plus new individual booths to create a more private guest experience within this space.

Please note, both the ground and first floor are still open as usual in the Hampshire Stand. You can now book The Hennessy from Friday 21 April through the website or with a member of the hospitality team on 01635 40015

RACE 1 1.40

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HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10650

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (49 wins from 228 runners, 21%) runs CHIVES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (8 wins from 46 runners, 17%) runs LANGAFEL

Longest Traveller: HEROSS DU SEUIL trained by R Potter, Sellack, 84 miles.

RACE FACTS: BREEDING J JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FORM Br BREEDER S SPONSOR

HEADGEAR KEY: H HOOD B BLINKERS V VISOR E EYESHIELD T TONGUE STRAP CP SHEEPSKIN CHEEKPIECES

COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 SASHENKA (GER) (21)

B m Maxios - Sarabia (GER) (One Cool Cat (USA))

J Ben Ffrench Davis (3)

Mr N. Pickett Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn 2041-22

Br Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

S HighView Racing Ltd, Thames Ceilings Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Hereford maiden winner last February on final start for Michael Scudamore and in good nick on Flat/ over hurdles for new yard, finishing 9 lengths second in 2m Kempton handicap 3 weeks ago. Merits consideration back up in trip. TFRHHHHI

2 CHIVES (GB) (120)

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Ceilidh Royal (Erhaab (USA))

Mrs Rita Brown

Br Mrs Rita Brown

9 11 13 BHA115

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

S Unibet

J Sean O’Briain (10)

1131-1P

TIMEFORMVIEW Made it 4 wins in 5 starts when seeing off 9 rivals on his Ludlow reappearance in October Something presumably not right when pulled up at Ludlow 4 weeks later and given time since. Capable of bouncing straight back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/11/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. TFRHHHHI

3 HEROSS DU SEUIL (FR) (103)

B g Rail Link - Tulipe du Seuil (FR) (Equerry (USA))

6 11 12

Kevin Boothby and John Lynk Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br Mme Catherine Boudot

BHA114

J Caoilin Quinn

12/2P-45

TIMEFORMVIEW French bumper winner who landed a Kempton juvenile hurdle for Nicky Henderson in December 2021. Hasn’t gone on from that but his Uttoxeter fifth in November was a bit better First run for new stable after leaving Billy Aprahamian.

4 SURTITLE (IRE) (64)

B g Presenting - Annabaloo (IRE) (Oscar (IRE))

Burkes & Syders

Br Stephanie Hanly

7 11 12

Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

TFRHHHII

BHA114

J Liam Harrison (3)

3213-5 C

T

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked promising here last season, including a 2m novice hurdle win. Reappearance fifth in 2m Doncaster handicap over Christmas was a bit underwhelming but he retains potential as a lightly-raced type from a good stable. Up in trip. TFRHHHHI

5 LANGAFEL (IRE) (356)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Miracle Steps (CAN) (Theatrical)

Mrs Arnold & Partner

Br Mr Hugo McDermott

5 11 8

Gary Moore, Horsham

S K M Elite Products Ltd

BHA110

J Niall Houlihan (3)

112-

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a bright start to his hurdle career around 2m in 2021/22 but has been absent for 11 months ahead of this reappearance over a longer trip. It’ll be interesting to see how much strength there is behind him in the betting. TFRHHHII

6 HARDY BOY (FR) (21) 6 11 5 BHA107

Gr g Diamond Boy (FR) - Alize du Berlais (FR) (Poliglote)

Martin & Lynn Jones

Br Mr Andre Jean Quesny

Ben Pauling, Naunton

J Luca Morgan (3)

11-0002 D

S Fitzdares CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last term with a brace of handicap wins at around 2 1/2m. Comfortably best effort so far this season (in first-time cheekpieces) when runner-up at Kempton (21f) 21 days ago, marginally ahead until edged out on line. One to be interested in again now. TFRHHHHH

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 4f 118yds)

7

AHEAD OFTHE FIELD (IRE) (21) 8 11 3

BHA105

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Last of The Bunch (Silver Patriarch (IRE)) J Joe Anderson (3)

Andy & The Frisky Fillies

Br R. McCarthy

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough 24-PBP4

S Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORMVIEW Struck over fences for present yard at Southwell (20.5f) in December 2021 but has lost his way over the larger obstacles since. Did fare a bit better back hurdling when fourth at Kempton 3 weeks ago but the reopposing Hardy Boy was nearly 17 lengths ahead in second.

8

TFRHHHII

BALLYCAMUS (IRE) (46) 6 11 2 BHA104

B g Presenting - Dotchenka (FR) (Astarabad (USA)) J Jordan Nailor (3)

Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie

Br Thomas James

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 341-35P

S Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Hasn’t kicked on from a winning start in handicap hurdles last spring, pulling up at Hereford on his latest start. Others arrive with more pressing claims.

TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

2022: SHEARER (IRE) 6 11 9 Lorcan Williams 3-1 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran

Betting Forecast: 7-2 Hardy Boy (FR), 4-1 Chives (GB), 9-2 Sashenka (GER), 6-1 Langafel (IRE), 8-1 Surtitle (IRE), 14-1 Heross du Seuil (FR), Ahead of The Field (IRE), 16-1 Ballycamus (IRE)

Race Summary: HARDY BOY reacted well to cheekpieces when narrowly denied at Kempton 3 weeks ago and can build on that and go one better now. Nicky Henderson’s Chives can’t have been right last time and can bounce back after a break and provide the chief threat ahead of Sashenka.

1-2-3: 1.HARDY BOY (FR) 2.CHIVES 3.SASHENKA (GER)

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RACE 2 2.15

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‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’

HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 4f 118yds)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G L Moore (12 wins from 111 runners, 11%) runs TIME TO DAZZLE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (8 wins from 46 runners, 17%) runs TIME TO DAZZLE

Longest Traveller: AMERICAN SNIPER trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 108 miles.

RACE FACTS: BREEDING J JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FORM Br BREEDER S SPONSOR

HEADGEAR KEY: H HOOD B BLINKERS V VISOR E EYESHIELD T TONGUE STRAP CP SHEEPSKIN CHEEKPIECES

COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) (30) 5 11 12 BHA127

B g Malinas (GER) - Mountain Leap (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA))

J Philip Armson (3)

Mrs Amanda Jeal David Pipe, Wellington U1132P

Br George Doyle S W & S Recycling CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a pair of Worcester bumpers and showed a good attitude when winning first 2 completed starts over hurdles. Lost out only narrowly on handicap debut atTaunton in January and clearly wasn’t 100% when pulled up at Leicester last time. Cheekpieces go on and likely to bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. TFRHHHHI

2 TWIG (GB) (34) 8 11 7 BHA130

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Southern Exit (Poliglote)

J Beau Morgan (7)

Mrs G. Morgan Ben Pauling, Naunton 121216 D

Br L. J. Strangman S Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point/chase winner who opened his account over hurdles in a 21f novice at Kempton in November

Upped in grade and well held in River Don at Doncaster 11 weeks later but can get back on track now returned to calmer waters.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/1/2023 it was reported that the horse displayed signs of heat stress. TFRHHHHH

3 BIG JIM BEAM (IRE) (55)

B g Westerner - Brighid (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA))

7 11 0

BHA-

J Jonathan Burke

Clemmie Shipp & The late Mrs Jean Shipp Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn P/F-10P BF

Br Andrews Syndicate

S 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner but ran a good way below that level on his completed start over hurdles at Huntingdon. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 7/1/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly TFRHHIII

4

DIAMOND EGG (FR) (12)

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Chamoss World (FR) (Lost World (IRE))

5 11 0

BHA-

J Tom Cannon

Henrietta Knight Racing Syndicate Chris Gordon, Winchester 53-1U4

Br I. Garcon & J. P. Garcon & G. Garcon

S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing &Timber Ltd H

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in bumpers at Huntingdon last May. Unseated early on his first go over hurdles at Plumpton and ran to only a fair level fitted with a hood when last of 4 here (16.3f) 6 days later Up in trip. TFRHHHII

5 PIPERTOM (IRE) (21)

B g Presenting - Fly Town (IRE) (Turtle Island (IRE))

5 11 0

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Piper Tom Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Arthur England

BHA-

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

3-03

S Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

T

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 Presenting gelding. Third sole start in Irish points but tongue tied and failed to meet expectations in a Huntingdon bumper on Boxing Day. Upped in trip and showed a bit more under a considerate ride on Kempton hurdle debut 3 weeks ago but looks one for handicaps later on.

6 TIMETO DAZZLE (IRE) (20)

B g Zambezi Sun - Born To Dazzle (IRE) (Alderbrook)

David Leon & James Devine

Br John White

5 11 0

Gary Moore, Horsham

S K M Elite Products Ltd

TFRHHIII

BHA-

J Jamie Moore

5

TIMEFORMVIEW £27,000 Zambezi Sun gelding. Showed ability under a considerate ride when fifth of 9 in a novice here (16.3f, firm) on debut last month. Up in trip and likely to improve TFRHHHII

Br Mr W. de Best-Turner

TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in bumpers and ran out early final circuit on Exeter hurdling debut 19 days ago.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsteerable and ran out. TFRHIIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 (EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

2022: GELINO BELLO (FR) 6 11 5 Harry Cobden 30-100 (Paul Nicholls) 10 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-6 Twig (GB), 10-3 American Sniper (IRE), 8-1 Time To Dazzle (IRE), 10-1 Diamond Egg (FR), 22-1 Big Jim Beam (IRE), 28-1 Piper Tom (IRE), 200-1 Molly’s Angel (GB)

Race Summary: TWIG was unable to sustain his effort in the River Don at Doncaster last time, but he was said to have been showing signs of heat stress in the aftermath, so he’s well worth another chance, especially now returned to calmer waters. American Sniper also needs to bounce back but will pose a big threat if doing so, while Time To Dazzle showed ability under a considerate ride on his debut here last month and shouldn’t be overlooked with improvement anticipated.

1-2-3: 1.TWIG 2.AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) 3.TIME TO DAZZLE (IRE)

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RACE 3 2.50

THE BetVictor PROUD SPONSORS OF NEWBURY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’

Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for juvenile four yrs old

Total prize fund £9000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (49 wins from 228 runners, 21%) runs UNDER CONTROL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H Fry (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs ACHNAMARA

Longest Traveller: ACHNAMARA trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 93 miles.

RACE FACTS: BREEDING J JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FORM Br BREEDER S SPONSOR

HEADGEAR KEY: H HOOD B BLINKERS V VISOR E EYESHIELD T TONGUE STRAP CP SHEEPSKIN CHEEKPIECES

COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 ACHNAMARA (GB) (22)

B g Kodiac - Albamara (Galileo (IRE)) J Jonathan Burke Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Achnamara Harry Fry, Corscombe 56

Br Miss K. Rausing S Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 14f winner on Flat in 2022 for Charlie & Mark Johnston. Changed hands for 50,000 gns but has yet to translate that form to hurdles, gelded before coming in sixth of 11 in juvenile hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f, good) 22 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time now. TFRHHHII

2 BA NA HILLS (IRE) (4)

B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Sheba Five (USA) (Five Star Day (USA))

11 0 BHA-

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Mr G. Molen Clare Hobson, Royston

Br Eamonn McEvoy S Clare Hobson Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW 7f winner on the level for John Quinn. Goes hurdling now with something to prove having come in last on yard debut on Flat at Wolverhampton last time. TFRHHIII

3 BLUEGRASS (IRE) (22)

B g Galileo (IRE) - Quiet Reflection (Showcasing)

11 0 BHA-

J Ciaran Gethings

Mrs. Diana Gardiner Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell 4 Br Coolmore S Science Supplements T

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful on Flat (stays 10.5f) who was placed in Dante Stakes earlier in season. Sold from Aidan O’Brien for 50,000 gns and made an encouraging start in this sphere when fourth of 11 in juvenile hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f, good) 22 days ago. Can build on it now. TFRHHHHI

4 CAPSTAN (GB) (23)

B g Kingman - Arizona Jewel (Dansili)

Aura (Gas) Holdings Ltd

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd

11 0 BHA-

J Tom Cannon

Lydia Richards, Chichester

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat. Sold from Sir Michael Stoute for 35,000 gns and not disgraced on stable debut when fourth on Flat at Kempton last month. Respected now starting out over hurdles. TFRHHHII

5 FOUROFAKIND (IRE) (63)

B or Br g Make Believe - In The House (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

Cleeks Racing Syndicate

Br Mr Kahlil DeBurca & Nawara Stud Ltd.

11 0

Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn

S All Sport Insurance Services Ltd

BHA-

J Paul O’Brien

2

T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 12f maiden on Flat for Johnny Murtagh who made a promising start for new handler when second of 14 in juvenile hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft, 9/2) 63 days ago. Open to progress. Considered.

6 HIGHLAND FROLIC (FR) (16)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Beach Frolic (Nayef (USA))

Mark & Maria Adams

Br Highclere Stud Ltd & Floors Farming

TFRHHHII

11 0 BHA106

Milton Harris, Warminster

S Bresbet

J Harry Cobden

2300

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful 14f maiden on Flat for John & Thady Gosden. Placed on first 2 outings over hurdles but has disppointed both runs since,Visor goes on now. TFRHHHII

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 69yds)

7 NADIM (IRE) (10)

11 0

BHA-

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Nymphea (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE)) J Mitchell Bastyan

Mr D Tye & Mr E Kelly Milton Harris, Warminster 0

Br Juergen & Ursula Imm GbR T

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-German 10f winner on Flat. 9/1 and tongue strap on, considerately handled on yard bow when seventh of 14 in novice hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, good) 10 days ago. Capable of better TFRHHHII

8 SOUS SURVEILLANCE (GB) (10)

B g Passing Glance - Liddle Dwiggs (Bertolini (USA))

11 0

BHA-

J Ben Ffrench Davis (7)

Mr Martyn Butler Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn P

Br Martyn Butler

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat for Alan King and offered little sent hurdling when pulled up in Market Rasen juvenile 10 days ago. TFRHHIII

9 UNDER CONTROL (FR) (87)

11 0 BHACh f Doctor Dino (FR) - Delinda (FR) (Sea The Stars (IRE)) J Nico de Boinville

Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1

Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Charmes

TIMEFORMVIEW Looked promising when making a winning debut in 2m2f juvenile hurdle at Fontainebleau in December That form rates much the best on offer so she’s the one to beat starting out in Britain for top yard. TFRHHHHH

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)

Visor worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3, 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

2022: IN THE AIR (FR) 4 11 5 Jamie Moore 8-11 (Gary Moore) 6 ran

Betting Forecast: 8-11 Under Control (FR), 17-2 Fourofakind (IRE), 9-1 Achnamara (GB), Bluegrass (IRE), 16-1 Highland Frolic (FR), 25-1 Capstan (GB), 40-1 Nadim (IRE), 50-1 Ba Na Hills (IRE), 250-1 Sous Surveillance (GB)

Race Summary: UNDER CONTROL looked a good prospect when going in on her debut at Fontainebleau and is fancied to make a winning start for her new handler A few of these bring potential from the Flat and both Bluegrass and Fourofakind are taken to build on encouraging hurdling debuts and chase home Nicky Henderson’s promising filly in that order

1-2-3: 1.UNDER CONTROL (FR) 2.BLUEGRASS (IRE) 3.FOUROFAKIND (IRE)

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The welfare of horse and jockey is our top priority. We do everything we can to minimise the chances of horses incurring an injury.

A team of veterinary surgeons is present at every meeting ensuring the safety of the horse. It is our policy to erect green screens around any horse requiring veterinary attention. These provide privacy and a calm environment for the vets and connections while the horse is attended to.

RACE 4 3.25

THE FOCUS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £18150

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 3f 187yds)

Leading course trainer (17-22): F O’Brien (14 wins from 87 runners, 16%) runs NOTHIN TO ASK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs HERBIERS Longest Traveller: HERBIERS trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 155 miles.

RACE FACTS: BREEDING J JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FORM Br BREEDER S SPONSOR

HEADGEAR KEY: H HOOD B BLINKERS V VISOR E EYESHIELD T TONGUE STRAP CP SHEEPSKIN CHEEKPIECES

COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 HERBIERS (FR) (21)

B g Waldpark (GER) - Qualanke (FR) (Sassanian (USA))

Nevers and Stockton Hall Farm Racing

Br Jacques Cypres

AGE ST LB

6 11 6

BHA137

J Henry Brooke

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas 2-01552 C

S Swansway T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer who benefited from a drop in grade when landing a handicap hurdle here (16.3f) in November Chase debut was a washout but much more like it when going close over 2 1/4m at Kempton 3 weeks ago and strong claims for his in-form yard. TFRHHHHH

2 BRIEFTIMES (IRE) (67)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Dali’s Theatre (Lomitas)

7 11 2

BHA133

J Harry Cobden

Ms S. Exell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke 02-2215 D BF

Br Ms T. Hassett T

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/fairly useful hurdles winner who opened his chase account when comfortably landing a 3-runner Plumpton novices’ handicap (19.7f) in November Probably best not judged too harshly on latest effort at Wetherby (since undergone a wind op) and he remains of interest. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the horse made a few jumping mistakes.

3

NOTHINTO ASK (IRE) (62)

B g Ask - Nothin To Say (IRE) (Beneficial)

8 11 2

The FOB Racing Partnership 11 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br P. & D. Kavanagh

TFRHHHII

BHA133

J Paddy Brennan

133-11P

S Bresbet T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair novice hurdler last season who made a winning return/chase debut at Chepstow in October Duly followed up at Doncaster a month later and can certainly be given a chance, assuming that his somewhat inauspicious effort here upped to 22.4f last time proves to be a one-off.

TFRHHHHI

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 3 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast: 6-4

Herbiers (FR), 15-8 Brief Times (IRE), 5-2

Nothin To Ask (IRE)

Race Summary: HERBIERS left his low-key chase debut well behind when just touched off at Kempton and he looks the way to go. That said, it would be no surprise were Nothin To Ask and Brief Times to both get back on track following rather disappointing last-time-out efforts, with Fergal O’Brien’s charge feared most.

1-2-3: 1.HERBIERS (FR) 2.NOTHIN TO ASK (IRE) 3.BRIEF TIMES (IRE)

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RACE 5 4.00

THE PLAY PICK 6 AT BetVictor

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Qualifier)

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15650

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

about THREE MILES (3m 52yds)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (49 wins from 228 runners, 21%) runs BOTHWELL BRIDGE and HYLAND

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (5 wins from 33 runners, 15%) runs HURRICANE HARVEY Longest Traveller: GETALEAD trained by C Harris, Umberleigh, 158 miles.

RACE FACTS: BREEDING J JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FORM Br BREEDER S SPONSOR

HEADGEAR KEY: H HOOD B BLINKERS V VISOR E EYESHIELD T TONGUE STRAP CP SHEEPSKIN CHEEKPIECES

COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 BOTHWELL BRIDGE (IRE) (27) 8 12 0 BHA131

B g Stowaway - Raise The Issue (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

J Sean O’Briain (10) Victoria Dunn and Nicholas Mustoe Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1FPP-P5

Br Stephen Roche

S Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW On the downgrade since making a winning chase debut in December 2021 but better signs back hurdling when fifth of 14 in 3m Sandown handicap 4 weeks ago. Claims if he can build on that. TFRHHHHH

2 HURRICANE HARVEY (GB) (26)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Camp Fire (IRE) (Lahib (USA))

9 11 12 BHA129

J Jack Hogan (5)

Dr Richard and Anne Rowland Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 0P0115 D

Br Mr J. L. Skinner

S Bresbet

TIMEFORMVIEW Has looked hard work on occasions but very much in the mood when winning staying handicap hurdles at Uttoxeter and Ludlow around the turn of the year Respectable fifth of 13 at Musselburgh (3m) since.

3 UPTHE STRAIGHT (IRE) (48)

B g Arcadio (GER) - Kings Artist (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))

9 11 11

BHA128

J Niall Houlihan (3)

The Forever Partnership Richard Rowe, Pulborough P31-2PP

Br Kenneth Parkhill

S Southern Cranes & Access Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways when landing a handicap chase at Sandown on final start of last term. Second on Fontwell reappearance in September but pulled up on both outings since. Remains to be seen if a return to hurdling sparks a revival. TFRHHIII

4 GETALEAD (IRE) (56) 7 11 9 BHA126

B g Getaway (GER) - Site-Leader (IRE) (Supreme Leader)

J David Prichard (5) Pickard Racing Club Claire Harris, Umberleigh F11656

Br L. Byrne S Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd T

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to his tally with pair of small-field victories in September Ran below that level on 2 of his 3 starts since, well held sixth of 7 to Hurricane Harvey at Ludlow (3m, soft) on latest 8 weeks ago. TFRHHIII

5 EMITOM (IRE) (64) 9 11 5

B g Gold Well - Avenging Angel (IRE) (Heron Island (IRE))

The Spero Partnership Ltd

Br Arctic Tack Stud

Alan King, Barbury Castle

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

BHA122

J Tom Cannon

32PP-4P C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 winning hurdler in 2020. Proved he retains abillity when fourth on his Ludlow reappearance in November Ran a stinker at Kelso the following month but is well treated if a subsequent change of stable has a reviving effect.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/12/2022 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly. TFRHHHII

6 HYLAND (FR) (85) 6 11 5

BHA122

Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Medine (FR) (Mansonnien (FR)) J Nico de Boinville

The Ten From Seven Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 313-213

Br Mr Denis Parreau Delhote S Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 handicaps last spring but faded to finish a remote third of 4 on his 19f Taunton return in December Steps up in trip back from a further 3 months off. One of 2 runners from his top stable. TFRHHHII

7 HALIFAX (FR) (7)

6 10 11(in 7lb ex) BHA107 (+4)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Oudette (FR) (Apple Tree (FR)) J Conor Ring (3)

Mrs Katya Banks Grace Harris, Shirenewton 523421

Br MmeVsse.Yves D’Armaille T

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed several times prior to gaining an overdue first success at Exeter (23f) a week ago. Carries a 7lb penalty Likely to give another good account of himself. TFRHHHHI

8 SPIKE JONES (GB) (31)

6 10 8 BHA111

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mathine (FR) (Malinas (GER)) J Danny Burton (5) Drinkwater Family & Cheltenham Boys Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham 31-3314

Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot T

TIMEFORMVIEW Second hurdle success when seeing off 8 rivals over ccess in this sphere at Fontwell (3 1/4m, soft) on Boxing Day. Creditable close fourth of 9 over 23f at Lingfield since. This consistent sort should give it another good shot. TFRHHHHI

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 7, 8.

2022: VIVE LE ROI (IRE) 11 10 1 Jamie Moore 10-1 (Tony Carroll) 11 ran

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Halifax (FR), 11-2 Bothwell Bridge (IRE), Hyland (FR), 6-1 Spike Jones (GB), 15-2 Emitom (IRE), 17-2 Hurricane Harvey (GB), 16-1 Getalead (IRE), 20-1 Up The Straight (IRE)

Race Summary: BOTHWELL BRIDGE is given a chance to build on his fifth in a competitive heat at Sandown with Sean O’Briain, who has partnered a couple of winners in recent days, taking a handy 10lb off. The consistent Spike Jones and last week’s Exeter scorer Halifax are likely to be thereabouts, while Emitom is worth a betting check on first outing for new trainer Alan King.

1-2-3: 1.BOTHWELL BRIDGE (IRE) 2.SPIKE JONES 3.HALIFAX (FR)

RACE 6 4.30

THE WEST BERKSHIRE MENCAP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (For The Geoffrey Gilbey Trophy)

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £18150

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (17-22): J O’Neill (8 wins from 68 runners, 12%) runs YES

INDEED

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Harris (3 wins from 27 runners, 11%) runs STEPNEY CAUSEWAY

Longest Traveller: GALLIC GEORDIE trained by S Drinkwater, Strensham, 77 miles.

RACE FACTS: BREEDING J JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FORM Br BREEDER S SPONSOR

HEADGEAR KEY: H HOOD B BLINKERS V VISOR E EYESHIELD T TONGUE STRAP CP SHEEPSKIN CHEEKPIECES

COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 YES INDEED (FR) (72)

B g Martaline - She Hates Me (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA))

6 12 0 BHA128

Mr Michael O’Flynn and Delancey Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Marie-Christine Gabeur

S Wasdell Group

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

5623-64

T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning chaser who shaped better than distance beaten suggests under a positive ride when fourth in 7-runner Hereford handicap (20.9f) in December, albeit finishing effort typically underwhelming. Had wind surgery since though and not ruled out from this mark.

2 STEPNEY CAUSEWAY (GB) (12)

B g New Approach (IRE) - Wake Up Call (Noverre (USA))

TFRHHHHI

6 11 11 BHA125

J Mitchell Bastyan

Middleham Park Racing XCV Milton Harris, Warminster PF-4335 D

Br Laundry Cottage Stud Farm S Bresbet CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful hurdles winner for Dan Skelton.Yet to get his head in front in this sphere but he did score on the level at Saint Moritz for present yard in February Latest run at that venue easily overlooked and operating from career-low mark back over fences. Market may guide with cheekpieces back on.

3 GALLIC GEORDIE (GB) (62)

TFRHHHII

10 10 10 BHA110

B g Geordieland (FR) - Je Ne Sais Plus (FR) (Spadoun (FR))

Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham 324-2F2 CD

J Nick Scholfield Glastonbury & On The Gallops 1

Br Kevin & Anne Glastonbury S Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW In fine form last winter, rattling off quick-fire hat-trick in C&D handicap in December Winless since but clearly as good as ever judged on his second back here on NewYear’s Eve, beaten only by a totally unexposed sort. Brings solid claims to the table once more. TFRHHHHH

4 CALGARYTIGER (GB) (29)

B g Tiger Groom - Sachiko (Celtic Swing)

Mr W. de Best-Turner

Br W. de Best-Turner

8 10 2

BHA102

J Ben Ffrench Davis (7)

William de Best-Turner, Lambourn P/0405/-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Little worthwhile form over hurdles but he provided his stable with first ever winner over jumps following a lengthy absence over fences at Wincanton (15.7f) 4 weeks ago, making all. Whether he can back that up now has to be up for debate, however TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

2022: MONSIEUR LECOQ (FR) 8 11 12 Ciaran Gethings 5-2 (Mrs Jane Williams) 6 ran

Betting Forecast: 6-4 Gallic Geordie (GB), 11-4 Yes Indeed (FR), 9-2 Stepney Causeway (GB), 5-1 Calgary Tiger (GB)

Race Summary: GALLIC GEORDIE confirmed himself still very much of interest from this sort of mark when going down only to a completely unexposed sort over C&D in December and he looks sure to go well again. Yes Indeed shapes like he’s more than capable of defying this sort of mark when putting his best foot forward and, following wind surgery, he could well emerge as the chief threat dropped back in trip.

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 92yds)

RACE 7 5.05

THE BYERLEY STUD MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £10650

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE FURLONGS (2m 2f 183yds)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (49 wins from 228 runners, 21%) runs

SPRING NOTE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerrie (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs ANTI BRIDGIE Longest Traveller: ANTI BRIDGIE trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 155 miles.

RACE FACTS: BREEDING J JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FORM Br BREEDER S SPONSOR

HEADGEAR KEY: H HOOD B BLINKERS V VISOR E EYESHIELD T TONGUE STRAP CP SHEEPSKIN CHEEKPIECES

COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 ANTI BRIDGIE (IRE) (52)

B m Doyen (IRE) - Tobrigids (IRE) (Definite Article)

J Henry Brooke

Foxtrot Anti Bridgie and Dreamweavers Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas 211P

Br Sean Osborne S Foxtrot Racing Syndicates T

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted fair form in winning her first 2 starts over hurdles, latest in a 5-runner novice at Kelso (20.9f, soft, 7/2) in December Pulled up at Doncaster last time but tongue tied now and too soon to write off.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/1/2023 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem.

2 SPRING NOTE (IRE) (31) 5 11 5

(-3)

Ch m Mahler - Spring Baloo (IRE) (Definite Article) J Nico de Boinville Canter Banter Racing

Br Stephanie Hanly S Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEW Mahler filly who looked a good prospect when making a winning bumper debut at Lingfield in November Just modest form when second both starts over hurdles but has the scope for better now handicapping. TFRHHHHI

3 PASSING REFLECTION (GB) (24) 5 11 4 BHA107

B m Passing Glance - Call Me A Star (Midnight Legend)

J Tom Cannon

Pitchall Stud Partnership Alan King, Barbury Castle 2-024

Br D. and Mrs Holmes

S Goodwin Racing Ltd H

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability in both bumpers and two runs over hurdles but has a tendency to race freely, so a potentially steady pace could act against her TFRHHHII

4 PORTER INTHE PARK (IRE) (26)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Benefit of Porter (IRE) (Beneficial)

6 11 2

BHA105

J Tom Bellamy

Andrew Gemmell & Richard Lavelle Emma Lavelle, Marlborough 1-P3212 BF

Br John Redmond

S Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORMVIEW €85,000 purchase after winning an Irish point in April. Much improved when getting off the mark on handicap debut at Huntingdon in January and backed it up with a good second at Hereford last month. Leading claims. TFRHHHHH

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 3.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

F Betting Forecast: EVENS Porter In The Park (IRE), 3-1 Spring Note (IRE), 4-1 Passing Reflection (GB), 10-1 Anti Bridgie (IRE)

Race Summary: PORTER IN THE PARK is going the right way and boasts strong claims in her bid to resume winning ways. Spring Note is a potential improver and Passing Reflection is a potential improver also if she settles.

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Race 1 1.40 - THE A-PLAN INSURANCE SUPPORTING WEST BERKSHIRE MENCAP CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5624 to the winning horse The second to receive £2587, the third £1293, the fourth £647 and the fifth £322. for four 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. March 1st. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to February 28th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. A-Plan Insurance supporting West Berkshire Mencap has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento the winning owner. In addition, they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 21 entries, at £50. - Closed February 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538; Fifth £268. (Penalty Value £5624.26) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 2 2.15 - THE DOWNLOAD THE BetVictor APP ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice five yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Weights: 11st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. BetVictor has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. A cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 18 entries at £45. - Closed February 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 3 2.50 - THE BetVictor PROUD SPONSORS OF NEWBURY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for juvenile four yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. BetVictor has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. A cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on April 29th, 2023. 13 entries at £45. - Closed February 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 4 3.25 - THE FOCUS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9585 to the winning horse The second to receive £4410, and the third £2205. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £87 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £70 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. FOCUS INSURANCE SOLUTIONS has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 8 entries, 1 at £17 and 7 at £87. - Closed February 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7331; Second £3664; Third £1833. (Penalty Value £9585.01) Weights lowered 6lb.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 5 4.00 - THE PLAY PICK 6 AT BetVictor HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8264 to the winning horse The second to receive £3802, the third £1901, the fourth £951 and the fifth £474. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BetVictor has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYERS HURDLE SERIES

FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Three Miles

About Half A Furlong (3m 58yds) at Haydock Park on 8th April, 2023. 15 entries, at £75. - Closed February 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6321; Second £3160; Third £1581; Fourth £790; Fifth £394. (Penalty Value £8264.76)

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 6 4.30 - THE WEST BERKSHIRE MENCAP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (For The Geoffrey Gilbey Trophy) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9585 to the winning horse The second to receive £4410, the third £2205 and the fourth £1103. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £87 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £70 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. West Berkshire Mencap has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. A cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The Geoffrey Gilbey Challenge Trophy will also be presented to be held by the winning owner until February 1st, next year. 9 entries, 1 at £17 and 8 at £87. - Closed February 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7331; Second £3664; Third £1833; Fourth £917. (Penalty Value £9585.01)

SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 7 5.05 - THE BYERLEY STUD MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5624 to the winning horse The second to receive £2587, the third £1293 and the fourth £647. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BYERLEY STUD has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 11 entries, at £50. - Closed February 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538. (Penalty Value £5624.26) Weights lowered 4lb.

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2023 FIXTURES

JUMP RACING

SATURDAY 4 MARCH

BetVictor Afternoon Racing

FRIDAY 24 MARCH

BetVictor Jumps Season Finale

SATURDAY 25 MARCH

BetVictor Jumps Season Finale

FLAT RACING

FRIDAY 21 APRIL

Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials Weekend and Beer Festival

SATURDAY 22 APRIL

Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials Weekend and Beer Festival

FRIDAY 19 MAY

Starlight Charity Raceday

SATURDAY 20 MAY

Al Shaqab Lockinge with Ladies Day

WEDNESDAY 7 JUNE

Afternoon Racing

THURSDAY 15 JUNE

Greatwood Charity

Raceday

TUESDAY 27 JUNE (EVE)

Evening Racing

THURSDAY 6 JULY (EVE)

Gin Thursday

THURSDAY 13 JULY (EVE)

Gin Thursday

FRIDAY 21 JULY

Irish Thoroughbred Marketing

Afternoon Racing

SATURDAY 22 JULY

Weatherbys Super Sprint starring Tom Jones

THURSDAY 27 JULY (EVE)

Gin Thursday

FRIDAY 18 AUGUST

Summer Afternoon Racing

SATURDAY 19 AUGUST

BetVictor Hungerford Day starring Olly Murs

TUESDAY 29 AUGUST

Late August Afternoon Racing

FRIDAY 22 SEPTEMBER

Dubai Duty Free

International Weekend

SATURDAY 23 SEPTEMBER

Dubai Duty Free

International Weekend

FRIDAY 27 OCTOBER

BetVictor October

Afternoon Racing

SATURDAY 28 OCTOBER

BetVictor Flat Finale

JUMP RACING

THURSDAY 9 NOVEMBER

BetVictor Jumps

Season Opener

FRIDAY 1 DECEMBER

Coral Long Distance Hurdle

SATURDAY 2 DECEMBER

Coral Gold Cup

WEDNESDAY 20 DECEMBER

BetVictor Christmas Raceday

SATURDAY 30 DECEMBER

Coral Challow Hurdle Day