Newbury Racecard - Saturday 2nd March

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

We have another exciting afternoon of Jumps racing ahead which includes the BetVictor Greatwood Gold Cup Handicap Chase and our thanks go to our title sponsor, BetVictor for generously retaining the ‘Greatwood’ title. We also extend our thanks to the family and friends of Stewart Wright.

In other exciting news, Newbury Racecourse has recently announced that a record £7,000,000 worth of prize money will be on offer in 2024, which represents a 13% increase on 2023, which itself was a 16% increase on 2022. Today’s feature race, the BetVictor Greatwood Gold Cup, carries a total prize fund of £100,000, a £40,000 uplift on 2023.

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 22nd and Saturday 23rd March for the jumps season finale.

For those interested in getting closer to the action, make sure you join course expert David Crosse for the popular Trips to the Jump which will take place ahead of the 1:20pm, 1:55pm and 4:05pm races today. We ask that any racegoers keen to make the trip out to the course meet to the left-hand side of the Weighing Room 20 minutes before their preferred trip.

Please note, the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand will be closed today for a private event. However, all other areas – offering a wide range of food and drink – will be open as usual.

Following the BetVictor Jumps Season Finale our attention will turn to the start of the Flat season on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th April when Classic hopefuls will be in action across 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. Discounted Early Bird tickets are available until Friday 22nd March.

Tickets for this year’s racedays have been on sale since November and new for 2024 is our ‘Four Saturdays’ Pass which entitles racegoers admission to four big Saturday racedays; Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials, Al Shaqab Lockinge with Ladies Day, Dubai Duty Free International and the Coral Gold Cup, from just £89. These passes have proved popular since their release and given the value they offer this doesn’t come as a surprise.

Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our racegoers for joining us today, and we hope to see you again on Friday 22nd March for the first day of the BetVictor Jumps Season Finale Weekend.

Wishing you an enjoyable and profitable afternoon.

Mark Leigh Interim CEO and Finance Director Newbury Racecourse

How To Bet

There are plenty of ways to bet at Newbury – you can either bet with the bookmakers in the ‘ring’ in front of the Grandstand and the Crafty Filly, at one of the many Totepool kiosks or in one of our Betting Shops, located on the ground floor of the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand and the Berkshire Stand. Here’s a step-by-step guide of what to do:

1. Select your horse and note its name and racecard number.

2. Choose your bet –‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are the two most common types:

• ‘To win’ is for your horse to come first.

• ‘Each-way’ is when you place two bets in one: one for your horse to come first, the other for it to be placed. Therefore £2 each-way = £4 total bet.

• What qualifies as a ‘place’ depends on the number of runners: between two and four runners - first place only; between five and seven runners - first and second place; eight runners and over - first three places; 16 runners and over (handicaps only) - first four places.

• The place part of the bet will be paid out at a fraction of the odds, usually a quarter or a fifth - this varies depending on the bookmaker, so check if you are unsure!

3. Decide the amount, also known as the stake that you are comfortable to bet.

4. Choose your outlet and place your bet e.g. “£2 win on number three” or “£2 each-way on number six”.

5. If your horse has won, wait to hear “weighed in” over the public address system and then go and collect any winnings!

6. Got so swept up you forgot to collect your cash? There are details of how to collect winning slips after the raceday on our terms and conditions page near the back of the racecard.

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How to Read Your Racecard

15 LE MILOS (GB) (42) 8 10 11 BHA140

B g Shirocco (GER) - Banjaxed Girl

The Jolly Good Partnership

Br Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm

J Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton, Alcester 114-112 BF

S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved further for new yard this term, winning hot Newbury handicap chase in November (Corach Rambler fourth) and shaping best in second on first run since at Kelso 6 weeks ago, sent for home earlier than ideal. Had a hard race there but is very much the type who’ll take well to this test. TFRHHHHI BHA152

1. Colour Graphic

2. Saddlecloth Number

3. Colour of Horse Gr = Grey, B = Bay, CH = Chesnut, Ro = Roan, Br = Brown, Bl = Black, Wh = White

4. Sex of Horse c = Colt, g = Gelding, f = Filly, M = Mare

5. Horse’s name

6. Horse’s Pedigree

7. Birthplace of horse

8. Days since last run

9. Age & Weight 10. Jockey

11. Official BHA Rating

12. Owner

13. Breeder

14. Sponsor

Today’s Jockeys & Trainers Jockeys

James Bowen

1.20, 1.55, 2.25, 3.00

Connor Brace

1.20

Paddy Brennan

4.40

Mr Tom Broughton

1.20

Jonathan Burke

4.05

Tom Cannon

1.55, 4.05

Bryan Carver

1.20

Harry Cobden

1.20, 1.55, 2.25, 3.00, 3.32, 4.05, 4.40

Trainers

Ben Case

3.32, 4.40

Anthony Charlton

3.32

Henry Daly

1.20

David Dennis

1.20

Harry Derham

1.55, 2.25, 3.00, 4.40

Stuart Edmunds

2.25

John & Rhys Flint

1.20

Tom George

4.05

Chris Gordon

2.25

Charlie Deutsch

1.20, 1.55, 2.25

Rex Dingle

1.55, 2.25, 3.32

Miss Eleanor Williams

3.32

Thomasina Eyston

2.25

Elizabeth Gale

3.00

Ciaran Gethings

1.55, 2.25

Fergus Gillard

3.00, 4.05

Freddie Gingell

1.20

Fergus Gregory

3.32

Jack Hogan

3.00

Niall Houlihan

2.25, 4.05

Dylan Johnston

1.55

Peter Kavanagh

4.40

James Smith

3.32

Finn Lambert

2.25

Cillin Leonard

4.40

Mr David Maxwell

3.32

Micheal Nolan

1.20, 4.05

15. Trainer

16. Form Comment 17. Timeform Star Ratings

18. Previous Performances /=New Season, -=New Year, C=Course Winner, CD=Course & Distance Winner, D=Distance Winner, BF=Beaten Favourite

19. Headgear

David Noonan

3.32, 4.40

Paul O’Brien

1.55, 2.25, 3.00, 4.40

Brendan Powell

4.40

Jack Quinlan

3.32, 4.40

Stan Sheppard

1.20, 1.55

Jack Tudor

3.00

Ms Laura Ward

4.40

Warren Greatrex

1.55

Alex Hales

1.20

Nigel Hawke

4.40

Nicky Henderson

2.25, 3.00

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White

1.20, 3.00, 3.32, 4.05

Anthony Honeyball

1.55, 3.32

Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole

4.40

Alan Jones

2.25

Alan King

1.55, 4.05, 4.40

Neil King

4.40

Tom Lacey

1.55

Donald McCain

4.40

Gary Moore

2.25, 4.05

Neil Mulholland

2.25

Olly Murphy

3.32

Paul Nicholls

1.55, 2.25, 4.05

Fergal O’Brien

1.20, 3.00, 4.40

Jonjo O’Neill

3.32

Ryan Potter

1.55

Dan Skelton

1.55, 3.00, 4.05

Joe Tizzard

1.20

Nigel Twiston-Davies

2.25

Christian Williams

3.00

Mrs Jane Williams

3.32

Evan Williams

1.20, 3.32

Venetia Williams

1.20, 1.55

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RACE 1 1.20

THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BetVictor VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (Leg 3 of The Stayers’ Veterans’ Chase Series)

for ten yrs old and upwards, Total prize fund £37500 (For conditions of this race see page 47)

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3m 1f 214yds)

Leading course trainer (19-24): P Hobbs & J White (16 wins from 113 runners, 14%) runs MUSICAL SLAVE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H Daly (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs FORTESCUE

Fancy That: David Dennis won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs CYCLOP today

Longest Traveller: AMATEUR trained by J & R Flint, Bridgend, 113 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

Gr g Subtle Power (IRE) - Loughine Sparkle (IRE) (Beneficial) J Paddy Brennan Nic Brereton and Lindsey Brennan Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 24/-2U54 D

Br Mr A. O’Driscoll S Bresbet T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Thorough stayer who made encouraging return from 21 months off when second on yard debut at Kelso in October Creditable effort when a staying-on fourth in the Grand National Trial at Haydock last time and he’s respected.

2 FORTESCUE (GB) (28)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Last of Her Line (Silver Patriarch (IRE))

J Harry Cobden

Mrs L Nixon Henry Daly, Ludlow P50-420

Br T. F. F. Nixon S Humphrey Butler Ltd CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Still capable of useful form at this best but increasingly inconsistent nowadays and was down the field at Sandown last month. Cobden on board for the first time but others make more appeal. TFRHHHII

3 OMAR MARETTI (IRE) (19)

B g Fame And Glory - Parsons Hall (IRE) (Saddlers’ Hall (IRE))

10 11 2 BHA132

J Bryan Carver

Off To The Races Syndicate Alex Hales, Edgecote PF-6641

Br Mr Denis O’Driscoll S Winwood Construction UK Ltd CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a gamble when capitalising on a further drop in the weights at Catterick (25.2f, soft) 19 days ago. Little in the way of opposition there, however, and others make greater appeal in a deeper contest. TFRHHHII

4 SECRET REPRIEVE (IRE) (350)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Oscar’s Reprieve (IRE) (Oscar (IRE))

10 11 0

BHA130

J James Bowen

Mr & Mrs William Rucker Evan Williams, Llancarfan 5P/023P-

Br R. McCarthy S Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Won the Welsh Grand National in 2020/21 and ran well to be placed in good company twice last season. Has tended to need his comeback run, so just worth watching in market after 11 months off. TFRHHHII

5 MUSICAL SLAVE (IRE) (73) 11 11 0 BHA130

B g Getaway (GER) - Inghwung (Kayf Tara)

J Micheal Nolan

Mr John P. McManus Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 1PP-204 D

Br Simon Walford CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Decent second on return at Wincanton and after a lesser effort, stepped back in the right direction at Ludlow last time. Jumping still can prove an issue, but remains one to note back from break on mark 2lb lower than when winning similar event at Exeter last season

TFRHHHHH

6 COMMODORE (FR) (343) 12 10 12 BHA128

Gr g Fragrant Mix (IRE) - Morvandelle (FR) (Video Rock (FR))

J Charlie Deutsch

Mrs C Watson & Mrs S Graham Venetia Williams, Hereford 10/5P05- D

Br Herve d’Armaille S Faucets Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful front-runner at his best but seemed hard to catch right last season, albeit stopping the slide to some extent when fifth here on his foray into veterans company when last seen. Has a good record fresh, so worth market check.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/3/2023 it was reported that the horse stumbled just after the start.

TFRHHHII

7 CYCLOP (IRE) (40)

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Tasmani (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

DD Racing & Professor L P Hardwick

13 10 9 BHA125

J Stan Sheppard

David Dennis, Banbury 233PP4 CD

Br John Fallon S DD Racing Ltd T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off a quick-fire hat-trick in veterans’ handicaps last February/March Started this season with a trio of creditable efforts but has seemed to have lost his form completely recently and others are preferred. TFRHHIII

8 AMATEUR (IRE) (66)

11 10 9 BHA125

Ch g Giant’s Causeway (USA) - Adja (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE))

J Connor Brace Burnham P & D Ltd John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend 6P3-10P CD

Br Dayton Investments Ltd

S Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Added to his good Ffos Las record with a win in May. Pulled up having been ridden aggressively in the Welsh National last time and this looks a more realistic assignment.

9 COPPERHEAD (GB) (16)

Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - How’s Business (Josr Algarhoud (IRE))

TFRHHHII

10 10 2 BHA117

J Freddie Gingell (5)

Mrs G. C. Pritchard Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 226333 CD

Br R. and J. Micklethwait

S Coral Racing Limited

T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t really looked like winning a race since his fine novice campaign way back in 2019/20 but efforts in defeat this season have been largely solid, most recently when third of 9 in handicap chase at Sandown (24.2f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Player receiving weight all round. TFRHHHHI

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

2023: CYCLOP (IRE) 12 10 11 Theo Gillard 6-1 (David Dennis) 5 ran

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Copperhead (GB), 4-1 Omar Maretti (IRE), 9-2 Highland Hunter (IRE), 9-1 Musical Slave (IRE), 10-1 Fortescue (GB), Commodore (FR), 14-1 Secret Reprieve (IRE), 20-1 Amateur (IRE), 33-1 Cyclop (IRE)

Race Summary: MUSICAL SLAVE’s frailties have long been documented but he scored in similar company from a higher mark at Exeter last year and he may be worth chancing after a mildly more encouraging display at Ludlow last time. Copperhead has been holding his form well from this kind of mark this season and can give another good account, whilst out-and-out stayer Highland Hunter is also respected having been keeping better company for most of the season.

1-2-3: 1.MUSICAL SLAVE (IRE) 2.COPPERHEAD 3.HIGHLAND HUNTER (IRE)

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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 2 1.55

THE BetVictor GREATWOOD GOLD CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (46 wins from 192 runners, 24%) runs KANDOO KID

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 34 runners, 26%) runs KANDOO KID

Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2015, 2016 and 2019. The stable runs KANDOO KID today

Longest Traveller: GUSTAVIAN trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 95 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

Total prize fund £100000 (For conditions of this race see page 47) COLOURS NO

B g Jeremy (USA) - Accordingtoherself (IRE) (Accordion)

J Dylan Johnston (5)

Ms J. Bennett Ryan Potter, Sellack 2411-14 D

Br Patricia Prenderville T

TIMEFORMVIEW Ended last season on the up, landing back-to-back handicaps at Chepstow before making a winning return in Old Roan Chase at Aintree. After another 3 months off, shaped well when fourth at Cheltenham (20.6f) last time and he can take a step forward from that run. Major player. TFRHHHHH

2 KANDOO KID (FR) (35) 8 11 5

Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Scarlett du Mesnil (IRE) (Muhtathir)

J Harry Cobden

Mr Michael Geoghegan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 0-2212P CD BF

Br Henri Devin S Morson Group T

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it third time lucky over fences at this C&D in December and ran well when second of 4 in Grade 2 novice at Ascot (18.8f) later the same month. Modest at Doncaster (3m) on his latest outing, but no surprise to see him bounce back returned to this venue. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/1/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. TFRHHHII

3 SIR PSYCHO (IRE) (36)

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Open Book (Mark of Esteem (IRE))

8 11 1 BHA136

J Paul O’Brien

Martin Broughton & Friends 3 Harry Derham, Newbury 330-12U

Br B. Heavey S Olbg CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Back over fences, made his first start since leaving Paul Nicholls a winning one in novice handicap at Ascot (18.8f) on his return (form worked out well). Ran to similar level when runner-up at Exeter, before departing at the first 36 days ago. Can give a good account back up in trip.

TFRHHHII

4 BILL BAXTER (IRE) (35) 8 11 0 BHA135

Gr g Milan - Blossom Rose (IRE) (Roselier (FR))

J James Bowen

Glassex Holdings Ltd Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 11-3040 D

Br Mary Fanning McCormack S 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a fine first campaign over fences in 2022/23, gaining fourth success when gamely landing Topham Chase at Aintree (21.1f). Is in better heart than this season’s figures suggest, making most until ninth (mistake next) when mid-division at Cheltenham in January Not discounted.

TFRHHHII

5 GEMIRANDE (FR) (318) 8 10 13 BHA134

B g Al Namix (FR) - Queenjo (FR) (Grand Tresor (FR))

The Bellamy Partnership

J Charlie Deutsch

Venetia Williams, Hereford 212123- D

Br I. Pacault, A. Pacault & M. Pacault S Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained his second win of 2022/23 at Wetherby (19.4f) in February before only narrowly denied in last year’s renewal of this event. Second past the post at Cheltenham in April (demoted for causing interference) and has been absent since, though he has gone well fresh in the past.

TFRHHIII

6 GRANDEUR D’AME (FR) (35) 8 10 12 BHA133

B g Desir d’Un Soir (FR) - Sourya d’Airy (FR) (Sheyrann)

J Tom Cannon

Syders & Burkes Alan King, Barbury Castle 15-514U

Br Mr Georges Lacombe S Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW After 6 months off, resumed his progress with a wide-margin success at Wetherby (19.4f) in November, jumping superbly Not discredited when fourth in December Gold Cup at Cheltenham next time, before unseating at the first on his latest outing. Not taken lightly

TFRHHHHI

7 GUSTAVIAN (IRE) (7)

B g Mahler - Grange Oscar (IRE) (Oscar (IRE))

9 10 10 BHA131

J Rex Dingle

Decimus Racing I Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster F-0246U D

Br Martin C. Fleming S geegeez.co.uk T

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole win from 14 starts over fences was registered in a 3-runner Exeter handicap (24.3f) a year ago. Largely respectable efforts this season, but after a run over hurdles he unseated at the second back over fences at Kempton a week ago. Others preferred.

TFRHHIII

8 HELTENHAM (FR) (7) 7 10 9 BHA130

B g Masked Marvel - Souris Blanche (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR))

J Ciaran Gethings

Exors of the late Mr N. W. Lake Dan Skelton, Alcester 1F-1302 CD

Br Mme Anne-Charlotte Andre et al S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) T

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved markedly for the switch to chasing last season, completing the hat-trick at this C&D in March Hurdles winner at Wetherby on return and encouragement in both of his chase starts since, rallying well for second at Kempton (20.5f) a week ago. Merits consideration.

TFRHHHHI

9 HIGHSTAKESPLAYER (IRE) (22) 8 10 9 BHA130

B g Ocovango - Elivette (FR) (Arvico (FR)) J Stan Sheppard

Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Tom Lacey, Woolhope 112/11-1 D

Br Mr Brian Keenan Jnr

TIMEFORMVIEW Took a step forward when winning both starts switched to chasing last season and, after a 15-month absence, picked up where he left off when completing the hat-trick in handicap at Kempton (3m) 22 days ago. Can go well again as he bids to extend his unbeaten record over fences.

TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

2023: THE BIG BITE (IRE) 10 10 5 Jonathan Burke 12-1 (Henry Oliver) 7 ran

F

Betting Forecast: 4-1 Grandeur d’Ame (FR), 5-1 Highstakesplayer (IRE), 6-1 Kandoo Kid (FR), 9-1 Jetoile (IRE), Heltenham (FR), 10-1 Sir Psycho (IRE), Bill Baxter (IRE), 11-1 Gemirande (FR), 12-1 Gustavian (IRE)

Race Summary: After a further 3 months off, JETOILE wasn’t able to land the 4-timer but he travelled well for a long way when fourth at Cheltenham in January, so he is taken to build on that outing to resume winning ways. Heading the list of dangers is Grandeur d’Ame, who is worth another chance after an early exit last time, while Heltenham again looked on a good mark when runner-up a week ago.

1-2-3: 1.JETOILE (IRE) 2.GRANDEUR D’AME (FR) 3.HELTENHAM (FR)

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RACE 3 2.25

THE DOWNLOAD THE BetVictor APP NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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FACTS:

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (53 wins from 249 runners, 21%) runs BRAVE JEN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 34 runners, 26%) runs FLORENCETHEMACHINE

Longest Traveller: JACK’S A LEGEND trained by A Jones, Timberscombe, 129 miles.

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

Total prize fund £15650 (For conditions of this race see page 47) COLOURS NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN AGE ST LB

1 BRAVE JEN (GB) (30) 6 12 0 BHA115

B m Kayf Tara - Fenney Spring (Polish Precedent (USA)) J James Bowen

Unique Financial Racing Partnership Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 6-402P3

Br W. P. Jenks S Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved when narrowly denied in C&D listed event in December but below that level when third in novice at Wincanton (21.4f, soft) 30 days ago. Worth another chance now going into handicaps. TFRHHHII

2 TOONAGH WARRIOR (IRE) (36) 6 12 0 BHA115

Ch g Well Chosen - Duffys Chelsea (IRE) (Kris Kin (USA)) J Ciaran Gethings

Noble Sovereign Racing Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard 032126 D

Br Mrs Kathleen Duff S Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Has started well over hurdles for his current yard, scoring at Wetherby and creditable sixth in a Sandown handicap last time. Considered. TFRHHHII

3 TOMMIE GUN (IRE) (29) 5 11 13 BHA114

B or Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Hollygrove Samba (IRE) (Accordion) J Finn Lambert (5)

Graham and Alison Jelley Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 0-2146 D

Br Cyril O’Hara S Jelson Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful debut over hurdles in 2m novice at Southwell in December but well below par at Leicester and Southwell since. Needs to bounce back now venturing into handicap company. TFRHHHII

4 FLORENCETHEMACHINE (IRE) (31) 6 11 10 BHA111

B m Malinas (GER) - Present Attraction (IRE) (Presenting) J Harry Cobden

John White & Anne Underhill

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 1-231

Br Rathbarry Stud S Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in Irish points and confirmed previous hurdling promise when landing 2m novice at Exeter last month. Open to further improvement on her handicap bow. Player.

5 ALL AUTHORIZED (FR) (16)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Polysheba (FR) (Poliglote)

Mr Steven Packham & Mr Gary Moore

TFRHHHHI

5 11 9 BHA110

J Niall Houlihan

Gary Moore, Horsham 1-64P4

Br Ronald Wallace Huggins & George Tiney S K M Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut bumper winner who has been brought along steadily over hurdles, patiently ridden when fourth of 5 in novice at Sandown (16f, soft) 16 days ago. More to offer now going into handicaps for good yard. TFRHHHHH

6 BUCEPHALUS (GER) (17)

B g Soldier Hollow - Batya (IRE) (Whipper (USA))

7 11 3 BHA104

J Thomasina Eyston (7)

Mr C. E. Handford Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke 324/-330

Br Gestut Am Schlossgarten T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 1 1/4m Flat winner who finished out of the frame for the first time in six starts over hurdles when eighth at Fontwell 17 days ago. Tongue tied added and the sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII

7 JACK’S A LEGEND (GB) (95)

B g Midnight Legend - Dancing Emily (IRE) (Anshan)

Burnham P & D Ltd

Br Burnham P & D Ltd

9 11 3 BHA104

J Charlie Deutsch

Alan Jones, Timberscombe 0P0/6P-1 D

S Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 10 months before getting off the mark in 4-runner handicap hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, heavy) 95 days ago. Weighted to go well again after a break. TFRHHHHI

8 HIGHWAY ONE O FIVE (IRE) (49) 5 11 1 BHA102

B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Shuil A Hocht (IRE) (Mohaajir (USA))

J Rex Dingle

Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Chris Gordon, Winchester 33-0640

Br Kenilworth House Stud

S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form first 2 runs in bumpers and showed ability initially over hurdles. However, latest effort at Kempton represented a step in the wrong direction and lots more is required now pitched into a handicap. TFRHHIII

9 MOUNTAIN PASS (IRE) (81) 5 10 12 BHA99

Gr g Kingston Hill - Tara Tara (IRE) (Fayruz)

J Paul O’Brien

Lady Thompson & Julia Lukas Harry Derham, Newbury 5555

Br John McEnery S Olbg

TIMEFORM VIEW Kingston Hill gelding who displayed some promise initially in trio of maiden/novice hurdles at around 2m during second half of last year Entitled to hold more chance now handicapping up in trip and interesting if the market speaks in his favour TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6.

2023: MATATA (IRE) 5 12 0 Daryl Jacob 11-4 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 7 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Florencethemachine (IRE), 4-1 Jack’s A Legend (GB), 6-1 All Authorized (FR), 10-1 Tommie Gun (IRE), 11-1 Brave Jen (GB), 12-1 Mountain Pass (IRE), 16-1 Bucephalus (GER), Highway One O Five (IRE), 18-1 Toonagh Warrior (IRE)

Race Summary: A fair bit of potential on show here, not least Gary Moore’s ALL AUTHORIZED who appeals as a likely improver now pitched into a handicap for the first time. Fellow debutante in this sphere Florencethemachine rates a big threat though, while Jack’s A Legend figures on a handy-looking mark and must enter calculations along with Toonagh Warrior and Bucephalus.

1-2-3: 1.ALL AUTHORIZED (FR) 2.FLORENCETHEMACHINE (IRE) 3.JACK’S A LEGEND

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RACE 4 3.00

THE MAKE YOUR BEST BET AT BetVictor HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £20650 (For conditions of this race see page 47)

FACTS:

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (53 wins from 249 runners, 21%) runs SPRING NOTE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs WEST TO THE BRIDGE

Fancy That: P Hobbs & J White won this race in 2016 and 2019. The stable runs GEORGI GIRL today

Longest Traveller: PERSEUS WAY trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 113 miles.

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

B g Dansili - Key Point (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) J Jack Hogan (3)

Mr Grant Leon Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 14P1-05 CD BF

Br Queen Elizabeth II S Bresbet T TIMEFORMVIEW Most progressive since joining this yard and equipped with a tongue tie, rounding off last season with success at Aintree in April. Made a winning return on the Flat at York before shaping better than the result in handicap hurdles at Cheltenham and Doncaster this winter Respected.

TFRHHHHI

2 BRENTFORD HOPE (GB) (91) 7 11 12 BHA134

B g Camelot - Miss Raven (IRE) (Raven’s Pass (USA))

J Paul O’Brien

The Optimists Syndicate Harry Derham, Newbury 211-613 CD BF

Br Haras du Logis St Germain S Olbg T

TIMEFORMVIEW Bordering on smart on the Flat and easily bagged a third success over hurdles for current yard in C&D handicap in November Posted another good effort when third in the Gerry Feilden over C&D in December and should have a big say here.

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3 WESTTOTHE BRIDGE (IRE) (7) 11 11 11 BHA133

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Godlylady (IRE) (OldVic)

Mr J. Tierney

J Fergus Gillard

Dan Skelton, Alcester 106-2F5

Br Mr L. Dunne S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) T

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when winning Sandown handicap last spring and good second on Uttoxeter reappearance in October Given time after a fall at Newton Abbot later that month and he looked rusty on his return action at Kempton last weekend.

TFRHHIII

4 PERSEUS WAY (IRE) (103) 5 11 8 BHA130

Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Bint Almatar (USA) (Kingmambo (USA))

J JackTudor Mr O. S. Harris Christian Williams, Bridgend 131200- D

Br Godolphin S NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner on the Flat who quickly developed into a useful juvenile hurdler for Gary Moore last season. Recorded 2 good placed efforts on AW Flat for Owen Burrows in the autumn and respected back hurdling after another change of stable.

5 GEORGI GIRL (IRE) (22)

Ch m Getaway (GER) - Gales Hill (IRE) (Beau Sher)

TFRHHHII

5 11 3 BHA125

J Elizabeth Gale (7)

Michael Rembaum & Michael Tuckey Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 2-34211 D

Br The Red Marble Syndicate S Equine Bio Genie Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW On a 2m hat-trick after wins at Sandown and Kempton in recent months. Another 5lb higher now but further progress can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII

6

SHARED (GB) (140)

B g Almanzor (FR) - Between Us (Galileo (IRE))

5 11 3 BHA125

J Harry Cobden

Mr Colm Donlon Harry Derham, Newbury 15103-1 D

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited S Olbg CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to hurdling for this yard last season and improved again to win 2m Chepstow handicap on reappearance in October Off again since but evidently capable when fresh. One of 2 solid contenders for the Harry Derham yard. TFRHHHHI

7 SPRING NOTE (IRE) (63)

Ch m Mahler - Spring Baloo (IRE) (Definite Article)

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6 11 1 BHA123

J James Bowen

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 2216-01 CD

Br Stephanie Hanly S Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who doubled her hurdles tally over C&D just after Christmas, proving well suited by the drop back in trip (ran over 3m on reappearance) and clear before 2 out. 13lb higher mark to contend with but further progress would come as no surprise.

TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. 2023: FRUIT N NUT (IRE) 7 11 8 Theo Gillard 6-1 (Donald McCain) 8 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Brentford Hope (GB), 5-1 Punctuation (GB), Spring Note (IRE), 11-2 Georgi Girl (IRE), 13-2 Shared (GB), 9-1 Perseus Way (IRE), 18-1 West To The Bridge (IRE)

Race Summary: BRENTFORD HOPE did well over C&D towards the end of 2023 and might be able to notch another win back from a 3-month break. Punctuation is in better heart than his 2 form figures this winter might suggest and is feared most ahead of the selection’s stablemate Shared.

1-2-3: 1.BRENTFORD HOPE 2.PUNCTUATION 3.SHARED

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RACE 5 3.32

THE BetVictor NON-RUNNER-NO-BET AT CHELTENHAM

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HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for eight yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £30650 (For conditions of this race see page 47)

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): P Hobbs & J White (16 wins from 113 runners, 14%) runs JATILUWIH

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J O’Neill (5 wins from 29 runners, 17%) runs SOARING GLORY

Longest Traveller: JATILUWIH trained by P Hobson & J White, Withycombe, 109 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

1 SOARING GLORY (IRE) (14)

B g Fame And Glory - Hapeney (IRE) (Saddlers’ Hall (IRE))

J James Smith (7) Mr P. Hickey Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham 352550 C

Br A.V. Bloodstock

S Wasdell Group CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Smart hurdler at his best (winner of the Betfair Hurdle and a listed handicap here in 2021) but just one effort of note so far this season, which was followed by 3 heavy defeats. Best form has come at around 2m and he’s essentially opposable, for all that his mark continues on the slide. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe. TFRHHHII

2 GLYNN (IRE) (378) 10 11 13 BHA129

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Barnish River (IRE) (Riverhead (USA))

J Rex Dingle Owners Group 039

Br Mrs Linda Gault

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster PP/25/30-

S Owners Group T

TIMEFORM VIEW Evidently not easy to train but he is talented and was a creditable third off 2lb higher over C&D on his seasonal reappearance last term. Below par at Ascot since, which was his final run for Nicky Henderson some 12 months ago, but he’s not discounted all the same. Tongue strap applied.

TFRHHHII

3 JATILUWIH (FR) (28) 10 11 11 BHA127

Ch g Linda’s Lad - Jaune de Beaufai (FR) (Ultimately Lucky (IRE))

Mr David Maxwell

Br Mr G. Cherel, Mme I. Pacault et al

J Mr David Maxwell (3)

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 432-044 D

S The Fitzdares Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced since landing a 21f Cheltenham handicap back in November 2021. Generally performed with credit last season and, having shaped as though working his way back to form at Wetherby last month, he’s a strong candidate off this career-low mark.

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4 FERN HILL (IRE) (16) 9 11 9 BHA125

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock (El Conquistador)

J Jack Quinlan

Cross Foran Harrison Ben Case, Banbury P44-3PP D

Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy S David Andrews Construction Limited B

TIMEFORM VIEW This mark is a good one judged on his reappearance third (wore first-time tongue strap) in the Chepstow handicap chase won by subsequent Welsh National winner Nassalam. However, pulled up both starts since and it’s hard to know what to expect of him now returned to this sphere with blinkers added. TFRHHIII

5 GALAHAD QUEST (FR) (24)

8 11 8 BHA124

B g American Post - Atacames (FR) (Dom Alco (FR)) J

Holt, Macnabb, Robinson & Jeffrey

NON-RUNNER

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton 0214-62

Br Mr BrunoVagne S Culverhill Farm Racing T CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Decisive winner of a 2 1/2m Warwick handicap chase last February and hasn’t shaped badly, albeit without being anywhere near his best, in 2 starts so far this season. Down to an attractive mark and a bold show could be on the way.

6 ZOFFEE (GB) (54)

TFRHHHHH

8 11 1 BHA117

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Mount Crystal (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE)) J Fergus Gregory

Mr Alan Peterson Olly Murphy, Wilmcote 23F45/-0

Br The Pocock Family S Motaclan

TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winning hurdler/chaser for Philip Hobbs in 2021 and since shown himself to be a useful stayer on the Flat for Hugo Palmer However, he was disappointing on debut for this yard back hurdling atTaunton in January and now has a bit to prove TFRHHHII

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CURRENT MOOD (GB) (11)

9 10 11

BHA113

Ch m Sulamani (IRE) - Lambrini Queen (Environment Friend) J Miss Eleanor Williams (7)

Mr W Corrigan Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan 0/354-P6 D

Br Halewood International Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over hurdles during 2021/22 campaign but there have been few positives to glean from her efforts so far this season.

TFRHHIII

8 KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM (IRE) (36) 9 10 8 BHA110

B or Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Definite Design (IRE) (Definite Article)

J Harry Cobden

SuttonVeny Racing Syndicate Anthony Charlton, Warminster 3/362-30

Br Michael and Fiona O’Connor

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved second in Newton Abbot maiden on final start last season and made a sound start to his handicap career when third of 8 on return at Haydock in December Backward step at Sandown since but probably worth another chance and booking of Harry Cobden is an obvious plus.

TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 (EXACTA)

Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

2023: DARGIANNINI (IRE) 8 12 1 Paul O’Brien 2-1 (Harry Derham) 11 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Jatiluwih (FR), 9-2 Zoffee (GB), 5-1 Glynn (IRE), 6-1 Soaring Glory (IRE), 15-2 Knowwhentoholdem (IRE), 10-1 Fern Hill (IRE), 16-1 Current Mood (GB)

Race Summary: The 10-y-os JATILUWIH and Glynn can fight this out, with preference for the former off a career-low mark. Knowwhentoholdem is also worth a second look.

1-2-3: 1.JATILUWIH (FR) 2.GLYNN (IRE) 3.KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM (IRE)

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RACE 6 4.05

THE BET RACING IN RUNNING AT BetVictor NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (For The Jacky Upton Trophy) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £30650 (For conditions of this race see page 47)

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 86yds)

Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (46 wins from 192 runners, 24%) runs MAKIN’YOURMINDUP

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 34 runners, 26%) runs MAKIN’YOURMINDUP

Longest Traveller: PULLING STUMPS trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 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

B g Kayf Tara - Subtilty (With Approval (CAN)) J Harry Cobden Owners Group 090 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 214-421 CD

Br Mill House Stud & Kathy Stuart S Owners Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who improved when opening his account in this sphere over C&D 3 weeks ago. Probably fair to say that a couple of his rivals underperformed on that occasion but 3lb rise is certainly not harsh and he remains unexposed as a chaser TFRHHHII

2 EGBERT (GB) (35)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Karla June (Unfuwain (USA))

James & Jean Potter Ltd

11 4

J Tom Cannon

Alan King, Barbury Castle 164-1P1

Br Netherfield House Stud S Potter Group B

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner last term and successful both completed starts since switched to fences, most recently taking a 3m Doncaster handicap in a first-time visor 4lb rise fair enough and should make his presence felt, provided the headgear change (now tried in blinkers) doesn’t count against him.

3 HITCHING JACKING (FR) (52)

B g Honolulu (IRE) - Omirande (FR) (Saint Preuil (FR))

7 11 2

TFRHHHII

BHA126

J Fergus Gillard

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Hitching Ja Dan Skelton, Alcester 1125-53

Br Mr Eric Chapel S Olive Print & Graphics CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Back-to-back winner of novice hurdles last season and stepped up on his low-key chase debut when, equipped with first-time cheekpieces (retained), finishing third of 9 at Doncaster (20.5f, soft). Now 2lb lower but has yet to prove himself over this far.

4

CHARLES RITZ (GB) (35)

B g Milan - Miss Ballantyne (Definite Article)

Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

Br Trull House Stud Ltd

8 10 12

TFRHHHII

BHA122

J Jonathan Burke

Tom George, Slad 5/642-16

S H & C Group Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage 8-y-o who tasted success over hurdles and improved when opening his chase account following at Exeter (19.2f, heavy) on NewYear’s Day. Better ground was probably against him at Cheltenham since but others make more appeal here in any case.

5 PULLING STUMPS (IRE) (38)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pride of The Braid (IRE) (Kayf Tara)

TFRHHIII

7 10 10 BHA120

J Micheal Nolan

Highclere T’Bred Racing - Pulling Stumps Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 312/-52F BF

Br Brucetown Farms Ltd

S Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive hurdler who built on chase bow/return when good second over this C&D in December. In the process of running a big race when falling 2 out at Chepstow and he has to be taken seriously TFRHHHHI

6 HEAVEN SMART (FR) (22)

7 10 5 BHA113

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Barbarella Smart (FR) (Hurricane Cat (USA))

J Niall Houlihan

The Seasiders Gary Moore, Horsham 4P-U351

Br Ecurie Smart Elevage Chevaux De Courses S K M Elite Products Ltd B

TIMEFORMVIEW The addition of blinkers and more positive tactics seemingly worked wonders at Kempton (3m, soft) where he landed a 6-runner handicap without breaking sweat. 2lb ‘wrong’ at the weights here, despite going up 11lb for that, but he’s dangerous to discount.

TFRHHHHH

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 (EXACTA)

Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. 2023: FLASH COLLONGES (FR) 8 11 10 Harry Cobden 4-1 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Makin’yourmindup (GB), 10-3 Pulling Stumps (IRE), 5-1 Egbert (GB), 11-2 Heaven Smart (FR), 7-1 Hitching Jacking (FR), 10-1 Charles Ritz (GB)

Race Summary: All six of these can be given a chance and it’s HEAVEN SMART who earns the vote. He has much more on his plate than when making all at Kempton last month but it was a striking performance and he could take some pegging back if again ridden positively Pulling Stumps is just about second choice ahead of Makin’yourmindup and Egbert.

1-2-3: 1.HEAVEN SMART (FR) 2.PULLING STUMPS (IRE) 3.MAKIN’YOURMINDUP

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COLONEL J UPTON

Colonel ‘Jacky’ Upton was a jockey Club Inspector of National Hunt Courses and instigated many improvements on the fences and hurdles for the safety of horses and jockeys. He always ensured that the fences were firm but fair He was a great friend of Geoffrey Freer and many good ideas were discussed whilst they were walking around the racecourse.

He retired from the Jockey Club in the early sixties due to ill health and died soon after.

His son, Pat Upton was an amateur rider but gave up race-riding due to a very bad fall in 1971 He was also a trainer for 17 years, based near Lambourn.

RACE 7 4.40

THE STEWART WRIGHT MEMORIAL MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares

Total prize fund £15000 (For conditions of this race see page 47)

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): F O’Brien (14 wins from 100 runners, 14%) runs NORTHERN AIR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs NOT NOW NATHANIEL

Longest Traveller: NOT NOW NATHANIEL trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 159 miles.

Neil King Neil King, Burderop 14 D BF Br Countess Goess-Saurau & A. West TIMEFORMVIEW Blue Bresil mare who made the perfect start at Uttoxeter in June but underperformed when only fourth at the same course. Off 7 months subsequently but could feature if she’s back on track. TFRHHHII

2 JASMINE BLISS (GB) (49) 5 11 6

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Burton Ash (Diktat)

TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for £50,000 after getting off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt in April and confirmed the promise of her bumper debut when opening her account at Wetherby last time. Unlikely to have reached her limit.

B m Getaway (GER) - Mae’s Choice (IRE) (Presenting)

J Brendan Powell

Mrs Liz Prowting Alan King, Barbury Castle 3-2

Br Seana Sammon S Prowting Group Ltd H

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £100,000 after finishing in the money in a couple of maiden points last year Appealing jumps pedigree (half-sister to dual bumper winner/useful hurdler Saylavee) and very much of interest on Rules debut.

4 NORTHERN AIR (IRE) (111)

B mVendangeur (IRE) - Ellesmere (IRE) (Turtle Island (IRE))

5 11 2

BHA-

J Paddy Brennan Redknapp and Hill Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 1

Br Michael and Fiona O’Connor S Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW £105,000 purchase after easily landing an Irish maiden point on debut in November Yard saddled the potentially smart Dysart Enos to win this race 12 months ago and it will be interesting to see how she shapes up in the betting.

5 THE DREAM GOES ON (GB) (56) 5 11 2

B m Kayf Tara - Adreamstillalive (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))

TFRHHHHI

BHA-

J Cillin Leonard

Mrs Kate Farmiloe and Mrs L J Newland Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich 00

Br Dr RDP Newland & Mr G Farmiloe S Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler and has hinted at ability in bumpers at Warwick and Newcastle. Likely capable of better but probably more one for the longer term.

6 WEDNESDAY ADDAMS (GB) (49) 5 11 2

Gr m Telescope (IRE) - Tally Em Up (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))

TFRHHIII

BHA-

J Jack Quinlan

Jopla Racing Ben Case, Banbury P212

Br Dr Bryan Mayoh

S David Andrews Construction Limited T

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Nov 12) and showed plenty when second of 11 to Jasmine Bliss in bumper at Wetherby 49 days ago. Did well under the circumstances that day, so could turn the tables.

TFRHHHHI

7 NOT NOW NATHANIEL (GB) (32) 4 10 10 BHA-

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Dominike (ITY) (Duke of Marmalade (IRE))

National Hunt Racing Club

Br Brookside Stud Ltd

J Peter Kavanagh

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley 1 D

S Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel filly Half-sister to fairly useful 7f winner Thunder Roar Made ideal start when scoring at Newcastle a month ago and, while this is a much stronger race, she can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII

8 BANNY HILL LASS (GB) (-) 4 10 6 BHA-

B f Blue Bresil (FR) - Mystery Drama (Hernando (FR))

Mr Andrew F. Sawyer Neil King, Burderop

Br The Glanvilles Stud Ltd

J Ms Laura Ward

S The Injured Jockeys Fund

TIMEFORM VIEW £5,500 3-y-o, Blue Bresil filly. Dam (h124) 2m hurdle winner, also 1 1/2m-13.3f winner on Flat. TFRHHIII

9 GODDESS AFRANA (IRE) (-) 4 10 6 BHA-

B f Fracas (IRE) - Miss Ekaterina (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))

Atlantic Friends Racing

J David Noonan

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Br J. S. Bolger S Junction 24 Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fracas filly Dam, maiden on Flat (stayed 1 1/2m), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 19f) Tidal Watch. TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)

Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6.

2023: SEEYOUINMYDREAMS 5 11 0 Harry Cobden 6-4 (Paul Nicholls) 12 ran

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Jasmine Bliss (GB), 5-1 Wednesday Addams (GB), 11-2 Gone Away Madam (GB), 6-1 Northern Air (IRE), 13-2 Geturguccion (IRE), 11-1 Not Now Nathaniel (GB), 25-1 The Dream Goes On (GB), 28-1 Banny Hill Lass (GB), Goddess Afrana (IRE)

Race Summary: GETURGUCCION was a six-figure purchase from points and she’s related to a dual bumper winner, so she’s worth chancing to make a successful Rules debut. Wednesday Adams and Jasmine Bliss fiilled the first two positions at Wetherby last time and they’re likely to be involved once more.

1-2-3: 1.GETURGUCCION (IRE) 2.WEDNESDAY ADDAMS 3.JASMINE BLISS

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Today’s Race Officials & Conditions

Stewards

Richard Westropp (Chief Steward)

Richard Fuller (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Steve Drowne

Kelly O’Boyle

Fergus Sweeney

Lauren Thomson

Starters

Robert Supple

Sophia Upton

Judge

Emily Jones

Clerk Of The Scales

Robert Cuthbert

Veterinary Officer

Katherine Byam-Cook

Handicapper

James Norris

Veterinary Surgeons

Alastair Welch

Nicole Jones

Millie Stewart–Wood

Hon Surgeons

Dr. Mark Gorvin

Dr. Joe Peoples

Dr. Linsey Whitley

Nurse

Rikki Davies

Betting Ring Manager

Vicki Moore

Designated

Safeguarding Lead

Nigel James

Equine Welfare And Integrity Officers

Christine Hannaford

Vince McKevitt

Stuart Shilston

Darren Stone

Commentator

Ian Bartlett

Clerk Of The Course

George Hill

Head Groundsperson

Sean Revell

Deputy Head Groundsperson

Callum Weir

Farriers

Jerry Baker

Richard Wiggins

Race 1 1.20 - THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BetVictor VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (Leg 3 of The Stayers’ Veterans’ Chase Series) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £19511 to the winning horse The second to receive £8970, the third £4485, the fourth £2242, the fifth £1121 and the sixth £558. for ten yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £187 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £37 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £150 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 29th. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 6lb. BETVICTOR has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETVICTOR. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. All horses which have Started in this race, as defined in the Rules of Racing, will be eligible to enter THE STAYERS’ VETERANS’ STEEPLE CHASE FINAL, to be run over a distance of about three miles at Sandown Park on January 4th, 2025. In the event of the abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been declared to run in that race under the provisions of Rule (F)89, 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 12 entries at £187. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £14906; Second £7451; Third £3728; Fourth £1864; Fifth £930; Sixth £465. (Penalty Value £19511.25)

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Race 2 1.55 - THE BetVictor GREATWOOD GOLD CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56950 to the winning horse The second to receive £21370, the third £10700, the fourth £5330, the fifth £2680 and the sixth £1340. for five yrs old and upwards. £500 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 29th. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, a winner of a steeple chase 5lb No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st. BETVICTOR has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETVICTOR. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary This race will be restricted to 18 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R19 and R20. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the reserves notice in the Conditions For Entry Section, accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for the Greatwood Gold Cup Handicap Steeple Chase. The penalty referred to under Rule will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by the Reserve deadline. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 18 entries at £500. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Race 3 2.25 - THE DOWNLOAD THE BetVictor APP NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £78 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £63 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 29th. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, 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 present a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £78. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6321; Second £3160; Third £1581; Fourth £790; Fifth £394. (Penalty Value £8264.76)

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Race 4 3.00 - THE MAKE YOUR BEST BET AT BetVictor HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10744 to the winning horse The second to receive £4939, the third £2469, the fourth £1234, the fifth £617 and the sixth £307. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £103 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £83 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 29th. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, 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 £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 19 entries at £103. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8208; Second £4103; Third £2053; Fourth £1026; Fifth £512; Sixth £256. (Penalty Value £10744.19)

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Race 5 3.32 - THE BetVictor NON-RUNNER-NO-BET AT CHELTENHAM SENIORS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £16186 to the winning horse The second to receive £7447, the third £3723, the fourth £1863 and the fifth £928. for eight yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £153 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £123 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 29th. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BetVictor have kindly sponsored this race. They will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 21 entries at £153. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12380; Second £6188; Third £3096; Fourth £1548; Fifth £772. (Penalty Value £16186.26)

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Race 6 4.05 - THE BET RACING IN RUNNING AT BetVictor NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (For The Jacky Upton Trophy) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £16186 to the winning horse The second to receive £7447, the third £3723, the fourth £1863 and the fifth £928. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £153 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £123 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 29th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). BetVictor has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. A Challenge Trophy will be awarded to the winning owner for one year only 11 entries at £153. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12380; Second £6188; Third £3096; Fourth £1548; Fifth £772. (Penalty Value £16186.26)

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Race 7 4.40 - THE STEWART WRIGHT MEMORIAL MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8169 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1881 and the fourth £942. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, February 26th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb. The friends & family of Stewart Wright have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 24 entries at £75. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6260; Second £3131; Third £1565; Fourth £783. (Penalty Value £8169) A

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