Newbury Racecard - Saturday 23rd March

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Good afternoon and a very warm welcome to the second day of the BetVictor Jumps Season Finale and the final day of our 2023/24 Jumps season.

My thanks go to our partners today, the family of John Haine, the British European Breeders Fund, Goffs UK, Mr John H W Finch, Irish Thoroughbred Marketing and BetVictor, who are the title partner for the two-day fixture.

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 2:40pm, 4:25pm and 5:00pm 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.

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. There’s a whole host to look forward to across the weekend with discounted Early Bird tickets available until 11:59pm tonight.

A new ticketing option 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, however the Early Bird discount also ends on these passes at 11:59pm this evening.

Earlier this week we announced the return of our famous Party in the Paddock raceday for Weatherbys Super Sprint Day on Saturday 20th July, with a live headline set from super-producer SIGALA. Accompanied by guest vocalists, the award-winning DJ will make his Newbury Racecourse debut after the afternoon’s racing. Tickets are on general sale now – at the discounted Super Early Bird rate – but these super discounted tickets won’t be around for long. A range of hospitality packages are also available.

Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our racegoers for joining us today and hope you enjoyed the 2023/24 Jumps season. We’d love to see you again for the start of Flat season on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th April.

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.

Pleasegambleresponsibly.

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How to Read Your Racecard

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

B g Shirocco (GER) - Banjaxed Girl J Harry Skelton

The Jolly Good Partnership Dan Skelton, Alcester

114-112 BF Br Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

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

= Grey, B = Bay, CH = Chesnut, Ro = Roan, Br = Brown, Bl = Black, Wh = White

4. Sex of Horse

= 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 15. Trainer

Today’s Jockeys & Trainers Jockeys

Joe Anderson

3.15

Philip Armson

3.50

James Best

1.40, 4.25

James Bowen

3.50

Sean Bowen

2.40, 3.15, 3.50, 5.00

Connor Brace

3.15

Paddy Brennan

3.15

Ben Bromley

3.50

Jonathan Burke

3.50

Tom Cannon

3.15, 3.50, 4.25

Harry Cobden

2.10, 3.15, 3.50, 5.00

Rex Dingle

3.50

Robert Dunne

1.40, 4.25

Trainers

Jim & Suzi Best

1.40

Peter Bowen

5.00

Ben Case

3.50

Ben Clarke

3.15

S. R. B. Crawford

2.10, 3.15, 3.50

Rebecca Curtis

5.00

Henry Daly

3.15, 5.00

Victor Dartnall

5.00

Harry Derham

1.40, 2.40

Samuel Drinkwater

4.25

Chris Gordon

1.40, 3.50

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero

1.40

Nicky Henderson

2.10

Form Comment

Timeform Star Ratings

Previous Performances

Season, -=New Year, C=Course Winner, CD=Course & Distance Winner, D=Distance Winner, BF=Beaten Favourite 19. Headgear

Miss Eleanor Williams

3.50

Isabel Williams

3.50

Derek Fox

3.15, 4.25

Ned Fox

5.00

Bryony Frost

2.10, 4.25

Fergus Gillard

1.40, 3.50, 5.00

Freddie Gingell

2.40, 3.15

Ben Godfrey

3.50

Marc Goldstein

5.00

Freddie Gordon

1.40

Charlie Hammond

3.15, 5.00

Liam Harrison

1.40, 5.00

Niall Houlihan

4.25

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White

2.10

Anthony Honeyball

2.40, 3.15, 3.50

Nick Kent

5.00

Alan King

3.15, 3.50, 5.00

Neil King

4.25

Toby Lawes

4.25

Kerry Lee

2.40, 5.00

Craig Lidster

3.15

Charlie Longsdon

3.15

Gary Moore

3.50, 4.25

Olly Murphy

2.40

Paul Nicholls

2.10, 2.40, 3.15, 3.50

Fergal O’Brien

1.40, 3.15

Daryl Jacob

1.40, 2.10, 3.15, 3.50

Ben Jones

2.10, 5.00

Beau Morgan

3.15

Jordan Nailor

2.10, 3.50

Mr Jamie Neild

3.50

Craig Nichol

1.40

Micheal Nolan

2.10

Non Runner

2.10

David Noonan

2.40, 3.50

Paul O’Brien

1.40, 2.40

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

3.15

Oscar Palmer

5.00

Richard Patrick

2.40

Jonjo O’Neill

3.15

Ben Pauling

1.40, 2.10, 3.15

David Pipe

5.00

Katy Price

3.50

Lydia Richards

5.00

Paul Robson

1.40

Mel Rowley

3.15

Lucinda Russell

3.15, 4.25

Dan Skelton

1.40, 2.10, 2.40, 3.15, 3.50, 4.25, 5.00

Jamie Snowden

2.10

Sam Thomas

3.15

Nigel Twiston-Davies

2.10, 3.15, 3.50

Lucy Wadham

2.10, 4.25

Jack Quinlan

3.50, 4.25

Harry Reed

1.40

Conor Ring

3.50

Bradley Roberts

3.15

Gavin Sheehan

2.10, 3.50

Harry Skelton

1.40, 2.10, 2.40, 3.15, 3.50, 4.25, 5.00

Alice Stevens

3.15

Jack Tudor

5.00

Sam Twiston-Davies

2.40, 3.15, 3.50

Lorcan Williams

3.15

Kielan Woods

1.40

Nico de Boinville

2.10

Paul Webber

3.50

Mrs Jane Williams

2.40

Evan Williams

3.50

Venetia Williams

5.00

William de Best-Turner

4.25

Long

Annual

Berkshire Premier Club (1st)

Betting Facilities (1st)

Hospitality Suites (2nd-5th)

Lounge 303 (3rd)

JOhN haiNe 1942-1998

John Haine, Winter Fair, Chepstow Photo by Bernard

Parkin

John Haine and style were synonymous, on horseback, his manner of dress, his choice of car or his preferred eateries, were all about style When Brough Scott said, “Maybe John was never destined for old age and slippers”, he summed up the man to perfection.

John’s life revolved around horses from a very early age as a star performer in the show ring, and a competitive follower with the Beaufort Hounds. Apprenticed to Bob Turnell at the earliest opportunity, he rode his first winner on Misconception at Bath in 1958, but after about 30 further successes on the flat, his riding weight dictated a move to the National Hunt. Highlights of his jumping career include wins on Buona Notte in the Gloucestershire Hurdle, and the tote Champion Novices’ Chase (1964), both at Cheltenham. Two more Gloucestershire Hurdle wins followed on Chorus (1967) and Barnard (1971). Other major victories include the Scottish National on Popham Down (1964), the Imperial Cup on Sir Thopas (1967), the Topham Trophy on Charter Flight (1970) and the Welsh National on Charlie H (1972). However, it was winning the 1966 Champion Hurdle on Salmon Spray that gave John his most thrilling victory – horse and jockey matching dash and brilliance, performing a class act to the delight of the Cheltenham Festival crowd.

Ten years as a trainer brought further successes, most notably with Roger Bacon and Jenny Splendid, who enjoyed her retirement in John’s paddocks at Crudwell. Involvement in racehorse breeding and transport maintained John’s participation in the racing world he loved.

Remembering his mischievous smile, and his penchant for a punt, many friends will be raising their glasses to him today as a man who not only loved racing, but most of all loved the horse.

His wife, Sue, summed it up beautifully when she said that her life with John has been “sometimes good, sometimes bad, but never boring!”

RACE 1 1.40

THE JOHN HAINE MEMORIAL NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

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

THE FAMILY OF JOHN HAINE

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): D Skelton (15 wins from 134 runners, 11%) runs ABSOLUTELY FINE and NEXT LEFT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (13 wins from 57 runners, 23%) runs ABSOLUTELY FINE and NEXT LEFT

Longest Traveller: CANNOCK PARK trained by P Robson, Hawick, 403 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 Cannock Chase (USA) -Van Mildert (IRE) (Observatory (USA)) J Craig Nichol

& Robson Paul Robson, Hawick 12-1133 D

Br T. C. Dawson

TIMEFORMVIEW Point who landed a Bangor bumper and Cheltenham maiden hurdle in the autumn. Better form when third in Grade 1 Formby at Aintree and Grade 2 Premier at Kelso since. Sets a good standard back in a novice. TFRHHHHH

2 GOODWIN (IRE) (70)

B g Champs Elysees - Mount Corkish Girl (IRE) (Beneficial)

J Freddie Gordon (5)

Goodwin Racing Ltd Chris Gordon, Winchester 31-213 D

Br Phelim & Sheamus Sheridan S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ready winner of a Fontwell bumper last February and came good at the second time of asking over hurdles at Plumpton (2m) in December Fine third under a penalty at Kempton since. Should give another good account. TFRHHHHI

3 LARIO (GER) (40)

B g Nutan (IRE) - Larmina (FR) (Thewayyouare (USA))

J Paul O’Brien

OLBG Racing Club Harry Derham, Newbury U1 D

Br Mrs U. Imm S Olbg

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair 11f winner on Flat in Germany in 2022. Winner of his completed start over hurdles for Anthony Charlton this winter and an interesting new recruit for the Harry Derham stable.

4 ABSOLUTELY FINE (IRE) (13)

B g Pillar Coral - Quine de Sivola (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR))

TFRHHHHI

5 11 0 BHA-

J Harry Skelton

Michael Fennessy Jnr Dan Skelton, Alcester 060

Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd S Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW From a top yard but this one looks more one for handicaps judged on her 2 efforts over hurdles in recent weeks.

5 I’M RAVENOUS (FR) (337)

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Berry Emery (FR) (Racinger (FR))

6 11 0

TFRHIIII

BHA-

J Kielan Woods

Mr Rodney Nelson-Jones Ben Pauling, Naunton P/14Br SARL Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & J. Poitou S Fitzdares

T

TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 point recruit who was fourth in a bumper last April. Taken a while to get him back to the track but his stable continues in good form and it’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of him back from wind surgery. Also fitted with a tongue tie.

6 NEXT LEFT (IRE) (826)

B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Mountainviewqueen (IRE) (Norwich)

TFRHHHII

8 11 0 BHA112

J Fergus Gillard

Mr T. C. McKeever Dan Skelton, Alcester 4/2323/Br Mrs Breda Spillane S Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form when placed in 3 hurdles for Gary Moore at the end of 2021 but has a whopping 826-day absence to overcome starting out for Dan Skelton. Betting perhaps the best guide.

TFRHHIII

7 THE BLUEBERRY ONE (GB) (42)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - The Strawberry One (Kadastrof (FR))

Kykie Allsopp Cousins

5 11 0 BHA-

J Daryl Jacob

Harry Derham, Newbury 06

Br The Kykie Allsopp Partnership S Olbg

TIMEFORM VIEW Both outings over C&D on soft, stepping up on debut when 8 lengths sixth of 13 last month. Lario looks the stable first string. TFRHHIII

8

ZHANG FEI (FR) (51)

B g Camelot - Mambomiss (FR) (Mastercraftsman (IRE))

6 11 0 BHA-

J Liam Harrison

Caveat Emptor Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 4

Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Mandore S Bresbet H

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair winner on Flat but remote fourth on his Wincanton hurdle debut last month. Will need to leave that form well behind. TFRHHIII

9 ARENAS DELTIEMPO (GB) (138)

6 10 7 BHA-

B or Br m Footstepsinthesand -Vezere (USA) (Point Given (USA))

Mr FYoung & Mr D G Edmonston Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes

Br Mr Robert Moss

J Harry Reed

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 11.5f) for Simon Dow. Starts out over hurdles in a decent novice and can only be watched. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/11/2023 it was reported that the horse hung badly left-handed late-on. TFRHHIII

10

GUINESSED (IRE) (96) 7 10 7 BHA-

B m Sageburg (IRE) - Swap Shop (IRE) (Lord Americo)

J James Best Grandstand Stables Partnership Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes 555-PF0

Br Miss Jane Doran

TIMEFORMVIEW 200/1, well-beaten tenth of 13 to Goodwin in novice at Plumpton (2m, good to soft) on completed start over hurdles. Has had wind surgery Big outsider TFRHIIII

11 KUZCO (FR) (35)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Down Under (FR) (Laveron)

4 10 4 BHA-

J Robert Dunne

The Nevers Racing Partnership IV Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas 0-524

Br Mr Jacques Cypres, Mlle Fanny Cypres S Swansway T

TIMEFORMVIEW Ran to a fair level in bumpers in France for Emmanuel Clayeux. Offered something to work on when just under 10 lengths last of 4 in quite a useful juvenile event on his Haydock hurdle and yard debut 5 weeks ago. Should have more to offer TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 8.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5, 10.

2023: LOVE IS GOLDEN (IRE) 5 11 4 Niall Houlihan 4-11 (Gary Moore) 7 ran F

Betting Forecast: 13-8 Cannock Park (GB), 9-2 Goodwin (IRE), 5-1 Lario (GER), 12-1 I’m Ravenous (FR), 18-1 The Blueberry One (GB), Kuzco (FR), 20-1 Next Left (IRE), 25-1 Zhang Fei (FR), 50-1 Arenas Del Tiempo (GB), 100-1 Absolutely Fine (IRE), 300-1 Guinessed (IRE)

Race Summary: CANNOCK PARK sets the bar pretty high now dropping down from Graded level. Fellow hurdle winners Lario, a new recruit for Harry Derham, and Goodwin can give him most to think about.

1-2-3: 1.CANNOCK PARK 2.LARIO (GER) 3.GOODWIN (IRE)

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Mrs Sue Haine and family will generously present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey in this race. In addition, a memento will be awarded to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race in memory of Celia Williams

MRS SUE HAINE AND FAMILY

RACE 2 2.10

THE BET IN-PLAY ON RACING WITH BetVictor NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

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

RACE FACTS:

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (53 wins from 246 runners, 22%) runs BREAK MY SOUL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (13 wins from 57 runners, 23%) runs KARTOON AND CO

Longest Traveller: I LOVE MY BAIE trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Silver Coaster (IRE) (Presenting)

J Jordan Nailor

Mr & Mrs P Carter, J.A.B Old, M Sanders Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 31-2F11

Br A. Wintle & R. Johnson

S Courtiers Investment Services Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper winner last season who showed promise on first 2 hurdle starts before making the most of a good opportunity at Exeter in February Followed up from what looked a lenient opening mark back there 15 days ago and looks capable of better again. TFRHHHHI

2 INTOTHE PARK (IRE) (32)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Sarrazine (FR) (Medicean)

J Micheal Nolan

Mr Allan Stennett Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead F-0U311 C

Br Mr Tom Coughlan

S Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty about him physically and is improving with experience, making all for a ready success in a big-field maiden here (16.3f) in January Followed up in the manner of one that looks up to completing a hat-trick on handicap bow at Taunton (16.5f, soft) last month so he’s shortlisted.

3 IDY WOOD (FR) (28)

B g Coastal Path - Highest Card (FR) (Alberto Giacometti (IRE))

6 11 12

TFRHHHHI

BHA124

J Gavin Sheehan

Mr Erik Penser & Mr G Lennart Perlhagen Jamie Snowden, Lambourn 1-13213 C

Br SCEA Bertwood Stables

S Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who looked right back on song when readily doubling his hurdles tally in 2m4f novice at Plumpton in January Ran respectably tried at Grade 2 level for a second time when third in Dovecote at Kempton (16f, soft) last month and heads back up in trip for his handicap debut.

4 I LOVE MY BAIE (FR) (56)

B g Crillon (FR) - Ludmika (FR) (Murmure (FR))

6 11 11

TFRHHHII

BHA123

J Daryl Jacob

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland 312310

Br Mr Andre-Jean Belloir

S The Sporting Life

TIMEFORMVIEW Likeable type who resumed winning ways back up in trip 4-runner novice hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft) in December Proved to be a disappointment when tailed off in Grade 2 event at Doncaster a month later so needs to get back on track now handicapping dropped back in distance. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/1/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. TFRHHHII

5 THE GOOD DOCTOR (FR) (49)

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Midgard (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

5 11 11 BHA123

J Ben Jones

The Aldaniti Partnership Ben Pauling, Naunton P-31412 BF

Br Cuadra Miranda Slu S Fitzdares

TIMEFORMVIEW Built on encouraging yard debut when winning at Fontwell novice (17.7f, soft) on Boxing Day and lost little caste in defeat when conceding lumps of weight to a promising rival at Sandown (16f, good to soft) 7 weeks ago. Remains early days (this just his second handicap start). TFRHHIII

6 ONETHREEFIVENOTOUT (IRE) (35) 8 11 5 BHA117

B g Milan - Back To Loughadera (IRE) (Bob Back (USA)) J Harry Cobden

The Stewart Family Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 1/-P2201

Br J. J. Harty S Morson Group CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a winning bumper debut at Worcester in October 2021 then off 2 years. Didn’t need to be at his best to land the odds returned to maiden company at Wincanton (15.2f, heavy) 5 weeks ago and now heads back up in trip. Likely to have more to offer TFRHHHII

7 HOME FREE (IRE) (18)

6 11 3 BHA115

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Shuriken (IRE) (Hurricane Run (IRE))

Mrs John Magnier

Br Shuriken Syndicate

TIMEFORMVIEW NON RUNNER.

8 BREAK MY SOUL (IRE) (61)

B m Doyen (IRE) - Ayleoola (IRE) (Presenting)

J Non Runner

Dan Skelton, Alcester 23-321

S Ashford Stud of 5095

TFRIIIII

5 10 8 BHA106

J Nico de Boinville

Mr O. S. Harris Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1-32 BF

Br Pat Coffey

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £290,000 after landing sole start in Irish points and shaped with plenty of encouragement when third in 2m course novice on hurdling debut in November Had a wind op and shaped similarly when runner-up at Warwick a couple of months ago and now makes an early switch to handicaps.

9 PRETENDING (IRE) (23)

Gr m Make Believe - Gala (Galileo (IRE))

TFRHHHII

5 10 7 BHA105

J Bryony Frost

Mr James Summers Lucy Wadham, Newmarket 2-F1432

Br Denford Stud Ltd

S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account as a hurdler at Sandown (2 1/2m) in December and has remained in good form, leaving the impression the longer trip was beyond her when second of 8 in at Ludlow (23.8f, heavy) 23 days ago. More required back down in trip.

TFRHHIII

10 KARTOON AND CO (FR) (14) 4 10 2 BHA112

B g Balko (FR) - Baronne Picsou (FR) (Great Pretender (IRE))

J Harry Skelton

Mr P. H. Betts Dan Skelton, Alcester 1232 BF

Br Camille Ferchaud & Rene Dugardin S Hatcher Components Ltd T

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a successful start in 4-runner juvenile hurdle at Stratford in October and has shown better form in defeat on 3 subsequent outings, finishing with running left after conceding first run on handicap debut at Sandown (16f, soft) 2 weeks ago. Nudged up 3lb but ought to soon make amends.

TFRHHHHH

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

2023: BLOW YOUR WAD (IRE) 5 11 11 Stan Sheppard 11-2 (Tom Lacey) 9 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-2 Into The Park (IRE), 11-2 Spirits Bay (GB), 7-1 Idy Wood (FR), 17-2 Kartoon And Co (FR), 10-1 Onethreefivenotout (IRE), 12-1 I Love My Baie (FR), 14-1 The Good Doctor (FR), Pretending (IRE), 16-1 Break My Soul (IRE)

Race Summary: KARTOON AND CO left many scratching their heads ridden more patiently at Sandown on handicap debut a fortnight ago (finished with running left having allowed the winner first run) so he’s fancied to make amends if adopting more positive tactics at the expense of Into The Park, who is improving in leaps and bounds and arrives on a hat-trick. Spirits Bay and Onethreefivenotout can do battle for third spot.

1-2-3: 1.KARTOON AND CO (FR) 2.INTO THE PARK (IRE) 3.SPIRITS BAY

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The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £639,816 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

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RACE 3 2.40

THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BetVictor HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (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 193 runners, 24%) runs SOLO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (13 wins from 57 runners, 23%) runs HELTENHAM

Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2015, 2017 and 2022. The stable runs SOLO today

Longest Traveller: GALAHAD QUEST trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 133 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 £40000 (For conditions of this race see page 47) COLOURS NO

1 SOLO (FR) (91) 8 12 0

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Flameche (FR) (Balko (FR)) J Freddie Gingell (5)

Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 221P-22 D BF

Br Mr Gildas Blain S Morson Group T

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice chaser (Grade 2 winner) who returned with a very good second in the Haldon Gold Cup at Exeter in November Runner-up conceding weight to an unexposed 4-y-o at Ascot a month later but this return to handicaps rates a plus and promising young rider takes off handy 5lb. TFRHHHHI

2 HELTENHAM (FR) (21)

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

7 11 1

BHA136

J Harry Skelton

Exors of the late Mr N. W. Lake Dan Skelton, Alcester F-13021 CD

Br Mme Anne-Charlotte Andre et al

S Ladbrokes,The AirAmbulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) T

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved markedly for the switch to chasing, taking another step forward when running out a good winner of the Greatwood Gold Cup over C&D 3 weeks ago. 6lb higher mark to contend with but very much on the shortlist again with yard continuing in excellent form.

3 GUNSIGHT RIDGE (GB) (37)

B g Midnight Legend - Grandma Griffiths (Eagle Eyed (USA))

9 11 0

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BHA135

J Sean Bowen

Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote 3P/15-F2

Br M. and Mrs Watson

S Motaclan T

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced 9-y-o who was in process of running well when falling 4 out on return at Wetherby and showed no ill effects when chasing home an upwardly-mobile Skelton in-mate at Sandown (15.5f) last month. Only 2lb above last winning mark and worth a second look.

4 SIR PSYCHO (IRE) (21)

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

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8 10 13 BHA134

J Paul O’Brien

Martin Broughton & Friends 3 Harry Derham, Newbury 30-12U4

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). Similar form on 2 of 3 starts since, fourth behind Heltenham over C&D for the latest of them 3 weeks ago. Eased 2lb since.

5 GALAHAD QUEST (FR) (45)

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

Holt, Macnabb, Robinson & Jeffrey

Br Mr BrunoVagne

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8 10 9 BHA130

J David Noonan

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton 0214-62 D

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 but he does need to keep the errors at bay in competitive race of this nature.

6 GUSTAVIAN (IRE) (21)

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

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9 10 8 BHA129

J SamTwiston-Davies

Decimus Racing I Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster 0246U3 D

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success over fences to date came in 3-runner affair at Exeter (24.2f) 13 months ago. Largely creditable efforts since, good third of 9 to Heltenham over C&D 3 weeks ago. Eased 2lb ahead of this but return to further may suit ideally

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7 EATON COLLINA (IRE) (23)

B g Milan - Flowers On Sunday (IRE) (Presenting)

Mrs H. Watson

Br Oliver Loughlin

9 10 6 BHA127

J Richard Patrick

Kerry Lee, Presteigne 2-P3511 D

S Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Likeable sort who ran out a ready winner at Wetherby (19.4f) in February and battled well to edge a tight finish from 7lb higher mark back at that venue 23 days ago. Handicapper applies a little more pressure now up in class but not discounted in hat-trick bid.

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NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5. 2023: HELTENHAM (FR) 6 10 11 Harry Skelton 7-2 (Dan Skelton) 9 ran

Betting Forecast: 9-4 Heltenham (FR), 9-2 Eaton Collina (IRE), 5-1 Gunsight Ridge (GB), 6-1 Solo (FR), 10-1 Sir Psycho (IRE), Gustavian (IRE), 12-1 Galahad Quest (FR)

Race Summary: HELTENHAM continued on his upward curve and had a couple of re-opposing rivals in his wake when running out a good winner of the Greatwood Gold Cup over C&D 3 weeks ago and a 6lb rise for that victory shouldn’t prevent another bold showing with his yard continuing in smashing form. Gunsight Ridge was no match for an improver latest but comes here with good claims. Solo, back in handicaps/partnered by a good-value claimer, can also figure.

1-2-3: 1.HELTENHAM (FR) 2.GUNSIGHT RIDGE 3.SOLO (FR)

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RACE 4 3.15

THE BRITISH EBF BETVICTOR “NATIONAL HUNT” MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (A LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE) (CLASS 1) (GRADE 2) (SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £55000 (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 Nicholls (46 wins from 193 runners, 24%) runs LARCHMONT LASS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (13 wins from 57 runners, 23%) runs LINDY REILLY

Fancy That: C Longsdon won this race in 2015 and 2017. The stable runs IMPERIAL JADE today

Longest Traveller: CONDESA trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

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 m Westerner - On The Prairie (IRE) (Definite Article)

Butler, Langford, Paterson & Tory Ben Clarke, Beaminster 13P122 D

Br Miss Hannah Cashman S Tote T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last May who quickly revived after a couple of lesser efforts when landing a Hereford handicap in good style in late November Found one too good on her last couple of starts (behind PartyVibes at Market Rasen on latest) but may prove vulnerable to unexposed sorts here.

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2 SMILING GETAWAY (GB) (37) 7 11 11 BHA123

Ch m Getaway (GER) - One More Cookie (IRE) (OldVic)

James & Jean Potter Ltd

J SamTwiston-Davies

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 1/4-113 D

Br Mr Rowland Crellin S Potter Group

TIMEFORMVIEW Winning Irish pointer who shaped well in a Southwell bumper on sole run for Dan Skelton and has built on that when winning mares’ novice hurdles at Ludlow (21f, soft) and Warwick (19f, heavy) for her new stable in recent months. Struggled up in grade last time, and now sent handicapping.

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3 CONDESA (IRE) (57) 8 11 11 BHA123

Br m Sholokhov (IRE) - Five Star Present (IRE) (Presenting)

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Br Mrs Mary O’Connor

J Daryl Jacob

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland 23/0/-142

S The Sporting Life T

TIMEFORMVIEW Returned from a very long absence to win a 2m Perth novice hurdle in July Seemed to find 2 1/2m on heavy ground stretching her when remote fourth next time but given 4 months off, showed more like her hurdling debut form under a penalty when second at Sedgefield in January. More needed.

4 EL ELEFANTE (IRE) (15)

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6 11 10 BHA122

Ch m Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Cuddle Ina Drizzle (IRE) (Gamut (IRE))

J Derek Fox

The Tuskars Lucinda Russell, Kinross 1-15451

Br Mrs Anne Tector

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Made all in both bumper outings and was impressive when making a winning hurdles debut at Perth (20.2f) in September Defied a penalty readily with her sights lowered at Ayr (20.4f, good to soft) just over a fortnight ago and she’s a likely candidate on handicap debut.

5 PARTYVIBES (IRE) (32)

B m Mahler - Flame of Dixie (IRE) (Beneficial)

Richard Johnson Racing PartyVibes

Br M. O’Keeffe

6 11 9

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BHA121

J Alice Stevens (5)

Henry Daly, Ludlow F2-2211

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW £45,000 purchase after finishing runner-up in an Irish point and confirmed previous promise under Rules when opening her account in Wincanton novice (15.2f) on Boxing Day. Improved again as she followed up at Market Rasen last month and looks capable of better again sent handicapping.

6 ALFIE’S PRINCESS (IRE) (49)

7 11 7

B or Br m Shirocco (GER) - Dunahall Queen (IRE) (Saddlers’ Hall (IRE))

Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group

Br David O’Brennan

BHA119

J Lorcan Williams

Sam Thomas, Cardiff 20-1153

S Potter Group T

TIMEFORMVIEW Point winner who has made a promising start over hurdles, landing novices at Chepstow and Exeter Matched previous form as opposed to finding the improvement needed from her opening mark when third at Sandown 7 weeks ago so will need to take a step forward.

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7 LILTINGVERSE (IRE) (94)

B mYeats (IRE) - Sorcillera (Anzillero (GER))

7 11 3 BHA115

J Connor Brace

Baker, Burford, Haynes & Plumb Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 3410-14 D

Br Gregg Stafford

S Bresbet T

TIMEFORM VIEW Listed bumper winner who got off the mark over hurdles with her sights lowered in a 13-runner novice at Ludlow (21.3f) in November Wasn’t in quite the same form back there 3 months ago and likely she’ll come up short in this company for her handicap debut. TFRHHIII

8 ALLTHE GLORY (GB) (94)

B m Fame And Glory - Glorybe (GER) (Monsun (GER))

7 11 3 BHA115

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Mr Martin Peyton Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham 122425

Br Mill Farm Stud

S Wasdell Group CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Won novices at Hexham and Market Rasen on her first 2 starts this season. Ran creditably while leaving the impression the trip might’ve been far enough for her when 17 1/4 lengths fifth to Smiling Getaway at Ludlow before Christmas and this looks a tough ask on handicap debut.

9 BABY SHALLY (IRE) (21)

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6 11 3 BHA115

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - La Shalak (IRE) (Shalford (IRE)) J Freddie Gingell (5)

Mr Eric Jones Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster 1-01543 D

Br Gerard andYvonne Kennedy

S Geegeez.co.uk T

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a successful start in this sphere in a Wincanton novice in December Showed improved form upped in trip/grade (also fitted with a tongue strap) when runner-up in a listed event at Doncaster (24.4f, heavy) 3 weeks ago and holds each-way claims now handicapping.

10 DONTYAWANTME (IRE) (21)

Ch m Getaway (GER) - Glory Queen (IRE) (Taipan (IRE))

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7 11 2 BHA114

J Sean Bowen

Paul Sutherland, Alfa Site Serv, Lidster Craig Lidster, Easingwold 30-4210

Br M. O’Brien

S Alfa Site Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who is proving to be steadily progressive over hurdles and got off the mark in 11-runner novice at Carlisle (19.3f, soft) in February Beaten by more than a combination of the longer trip/racing on the unfavoured inside at Doncaster since and makes her handicap bow.

11

LARCHMONT LASS (IRE) (51)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Tocororo (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))

TFRHHIII

6 11 1 BHA113

J Harry Cobden

Mr Michael Geoghegan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 21-5241 D

Br Coolmara Stables Ltd

S Morson Group H

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful form in bumpers, including a Sandown listed win last March Showed improved form to get off the mark over hurdles at Wincanton (21.4f, soft) last month and she may do better still now up and running sent down the handicap route.

12 ENDLESS SUPPLY (IRE) (92)

B m Westerner - Selective Hearing (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))

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6 10 13 BHA111

Endless Fun Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br J. F. Mernagh

J Paddy Brennan

362-322 BF

S Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on the second of 2 outings in bumpers and improved on her hurdles debut form when second in an Exeter novice (18.5f, soft) in November Didn’t get home in what became a slog at the trip at Uttoxeter before Christmas and now sent handicapping after a break.

13 KAYTARATARA (GB) (15)

B m Kayf Tara - Forever Present (IRE) (Presenting)

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6 10 13 BHA111

J Tom Cannon

IBT Racing Alan King, Barbury Castle 20-1322

Br Netherfield House Stud S Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner on debut and made a successful start in this sphere at Huntingdon (19.6f) in October. Showed better form in defeat when third at Fontwell in December and back on track when 2 1/4 lengths second of 7 to El Elefante in an Ayr novice (20.4f, good to soft) recently Each-way player. TFRHHHII

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DRUMLEE SPUD (IRE) (47)

6 10 11 BHA109

Br m Malinas (GER) - No Ordinary Love (IRE) (Expelled (USA)) J Beau Morgan (5)

Mrs G. Morgan Ben Pauling, Naunton 1-22F3

Br Aidan Fogarty S Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in sole point and promising second in a bumper Disappointing she didn’t offer more at the business end given how she’d shaped on her first 2 starts in this sphere when 16 1/4 lengths third to Dontyawantme in a Carlisle novice (19.3f) last month but fancied to show more now handicapping. TFRHHHHH

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MARMALADETIME (GB) (20)

5 10 9 BHA107

Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Madame Bleue (Sir Harry Lewis (USA)) J Charlie Hammond

Poplar Cottage Racing Club Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth 20031

Br Mr & Mrs P. Rowley S Price & Son Groundworks

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive over hurdles, making it third time lucky in 9-runner novice at Doncaster (19.4f, heavy) 20 days ago, her jumping again awkward at times but nothing at all wrong with her attitude. Another one to consider on handicap debut. TFRHHHHI

16 LINDY REILLY (GB) (20)

6 10 6

BHA104

B m Kayf Tara - Ellnando Queen (Hernando (FR)) J Harry Skelton

Mr John J Reilly Dan Skelton, Alcester 365

Br Mrs R. I.Vaughan S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) T

TIMEFORMVIEW KayfTara mare who looks to have been brought along with handicaps in mind, not knocked about when well held at Doncaster (19.4f, heavy) earlier in the month. Better expected for her red-hot yard. TFRHHHII

17 IMPERIAL JADE (IRE) (51)

B m Harzand (IRE) - Maggi Rocks (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Andrew Fox-Pitt

Br Mr A. N. Seymour

5 10 6 BHA96

J Bradley Roberts (5)

Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton 321-506

S Merriebelle Stable Llc T

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed with each start over hurdles last term, ending campaign with victory in 6-runner juvenile at Chepstow. Disappointing so far this season, though, and has a plenty to find from 8lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 17 (EXACTA)

Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 7, 9, 16, 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

2023: ILOVETHENIGHTLIFE 5 11 12 Brendan Powell 9-1 (Joe Tizzard) 15 ran

Betting Forecast: 13-2 Party Vibes (IRE), 15-2 El Elefante (IRE), 8-1 Smiling Getaway (GB), Larchmont Lass (IRE), 14-1 Ooh Betty (IRE), Lindy Reilly (GB), 16-1 Alfie’s Princess (IRE), Lilting Verse (IRE), Kay Tara Tara (GB), 18-1 Marmalade Time (GB), 20-1 All The Glory (GB), 25-1 Endless Supply (IRE), 33-1 Condesa (IRE), Drumlee Spud (IRE), 40-1 Baby Shally (IRE), Dontyawantme (IRE), 66-1 Imperial Jade (IRE)

Race Summary: A mares’ novice handicap chock-full of potential and it’s DRUMLEE SPUD who gets the tentative nod to build on her early-season efforts for the in-form Ben Pauling stable. Party Vibes is a mare firmly on the up and, arriving on a hat-trick, she can give the selection most to think about, while El Elefante, Larchmont Lass and Marmalade Time are just a handful of others to consider in what looks a wide-open renewal of this valuable, long-established prize.

1-2-3: 1.DRUMLEE SPUD (IRE) 2.PARTY VIBES (IRE) 3.EL ELEFANTE (IRE)

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RACE 5 3.50

THE GOFFS UK SPRING SALE BUMPER (AN OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE) (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four and five yrs old

Total prize fund £100000 (For conditions of this race see page 47)

RACE FACTS:

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (46 wins from 193 runners, 24%) runs REGENT’S STROLL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (13 wins from 57 runners, 23%) runs GWENNIE MAY STAR and GWENNIE MAY JEM

Longest Travellers: GREEN SPLENDOUR & CLEVER ONE & INTERCHANGEABLE trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

Br Mrs Rita Kent S Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive purchase who justified a prominent position in the market when scoring at Ascot on debut. Off almost 4 months since but he has plenty of potential and is worth a chance to maintain his unbeaten record. TFRHHHHH

2 WINDSURFER (GB) (73) 5 11 6

B g Getaway (GER) - Baby Shine (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))

J Jack Quinlan

Lady Jane Grosvenor Ben Case, Banbury 00

Br Whitley Stud

S David Andrews Construction Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability both starts in bumpers but will need to up his game to seriously feature in this. TFRHHIII

3 ANDASHAN (IRE) (43)

B g Shantaram - Anda de Grissay (FR) (Network (GER))

J Rex Dingle

The Rockbourne Partnership Chris Gordon, Winchester 1 D

Br Anda Partnership

S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Knew his job when landing a 9-runner bumper at Kempton 43 days ago but there’s every chance he’ll improve on it, so definite player. TFRHHHII

4 CREST OF FORTUNE (GB) (102)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Ravello Bay (Supreme Leader)

Crest RacingVI

Br R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg

4 11 0

BHA-

J Jonathan Burke

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster 1

S Geegeez.co.uk, Crest Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to several winners an looked a nice prospect when making a successful start at Wincanton 102 days ago, going away at the finish. Open to improvement and likely to be on the premises. TFRHHHHI

5 AUTHENTIC LEGACY (GB) (82)

Bl g Authorized (IRE) - Forever Present (IRE) (Presenting)

Tony Head and Gary Moore

Br Netherfield House Stud

4 10 10

BHA-

J David Noonan

Gary Moore, Horsham 4

S K M Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to 3 winners, including dual bumper winner Moonamacaroona. Plenty of encouragement on debut when fourth in Listed contest at Cheltenham and should make a big impact in calmer waters. TFRHHHHI

6 BIG GINGE (IRE) (44)

B g Mount Nelson - Ballinahow Tara (IRE) (Kayf Tara)

Mr J. D. Neild

Br Noel McLoughlin

4 10 10

BHA-

J Mr Jamie Neild

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 3

S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to a couple of winners (including in a bumper) and showed something to work on when third of 12 at Huntingdon 44 days ago. Likely to step forward from that, so not ruled out. TFRHHHII

7 CLEVER ONE (IRE) (-)

B g Affinisea (IRE) - Hurricane Rachel (IRE) (Valirann (FR))

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

4 10 10 BHA-

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

J James Bowen

Br Ronald O’Neill S The Sporting Life H

TIMEFORM VIEW £28,000 3-y-o, Affinisea gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to smart hurdler/high-class chaser (winner up to 23f) Hidden Cyclone. Wears hood. From a good family and not dismissed on debut. TFRHHHII

8 DANCE AND GLANCE (GB) (-)

B g Passing Glance - Cyd Charisse (Kayf Tara)

4 10 10 BHA-

J SamTwiston-Davies Mere Racing Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br Dale Hing & Nicole Langstaff S Geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW £16,000 3-y-o, Passing Glance gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/chaser Uncle Alastair and fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Movie Legend. Worth a market check.

9 DON’T MIND IF I DO (IRE) (-)

Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tropical Ocean (IRE) (Anshan)

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4 10 10 BHA-

J Tom Cannon

Mr Rupert Anton Alan King, Barbury Castle

Br Edward Ryan S Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW £75,000 3-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser Lord Baddesley and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Robins Reef. Looks the pick of the newcomers on paper

10 DOUBLE DRAGON (GB) (98)

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4 10 10 BHA-

B g Dragon Dancer - Lucematic (Systematic) J Ben Godfrey

Mr R. W. Huggins Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster 4

Br T. C. Dawson S Geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase but stable does well in this sphere and he offered plenty of encouragement when fourth in a Hereford bumper 3 months ago. Open to improvement.

11 GREEN SPLENDOUR (GB) (-)

B g Mount Nelson - One Cool Customer (Flemensfirth (USA))

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4 10 10 BHA-

J Ben Bromley

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

Br Rowland Crellin S The Sporting Life

TIMEFORMVIEW £30,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful 19f/21f hurdle winner Smiling Getaway. Trainers newcomers are worthy of respect.

12

GWENNIE MAY JEM (FR) (-)

B g Manatee - City Sport (FR) (Elusive City (USA))

4 10 10

Ms Gwendoline M Clarke Dan Skelton, Alcester

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BHA-

J Harry Skelton

Br Haras de L’Etoile & A. S. Gabrielle S Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEW Manatee gelding. Dam unraced. Little to go on pedigree wise but preferred by Harry Skelton, so not discounted.

13

GWENNIE MAY STAR (FR) (-)

B g Masterstroke (USA) - Grande Symphonie (FR) (Poliglote)

4 10 10

Ms Gwendoline M Clarke Dan Skelton, Alcester

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J Fergus Gillard

Br SC Racing Investment Society Ecurie RIS S Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW £38,000 3-y-o, Masterstroke gelding. Dam placed 2 of 3 starts over hurdles. One to monitor in the betting for shrewd stable.

14

INTERCHANGEABLE (GB) (-)

Ch g Jack Hobbs - Alletrix (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))

4 10 10

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

Br Mrs S. Rowley-Williams S The Sporting Life

TIMEFORMVIEW £16,000 3-y-o, Jack Hobbs gelding. Dam useful hurdler (2 1/4m/2 1/2m winner).

15 LAWSKY (GB) (-)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) -Vizinga (FR) (Marju (IRE))

4 10 10

Mr Martin Hughes Paul Webber, Banbury

Br Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd S Old Oak Holdings Ltd

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J Daryl Jacob

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BHA-

J Sean Bowen

TIMEFORM VIEW £22,000 3-y-o, Sea The Moon gelding. Half-brother to 1 1/2m winner Stonking. Dam, French 9f-11.5f winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stays 19f)Vorashann. TFRHHIII

16 LENNIE GODBER (GB) (13)

4 10 10

Ch g Spanish Moon (USA) - Hiho Silver Lining (Silver Patriarch (IRE))

BHA-

J Jordan Nailor Rushmoor Stud & Mario Stavrou Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 6

Br Tim Lane S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Super Six and bumper winner/ fairly useful hurdler Norman Fletcher. Offered nothing at Warwick on debut, though.

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TIKITI DINO (FR) (-)

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Gwaien (FR) (Astarabad (USA))

Mr Alan King

Br Joel Denis & Sebastien Pinthon

4 10 10

Alan King, Barbury Castle

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

BHA-

J Philip Armson

TIMEFORM VIEW £50,000 3-y-o, Doctor Dino gelding. Half-brother to fair French chaser Fortasta. Dam lightly raced over hurdles/fences in France. Stables first-timers usually merit respect.

18

TOMTAGGLE (IRE) (-)

4 10 10

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Taggle Og (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))

C M Marles Partnership

Br Patrick Hayes

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BHA-

J Conor Ring

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

S Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW £25,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Dam, modest maiden hurdler, half-sister to useful hurdler/ smart chaser (stayed 3m) Three Faces West.

19 FORMEL PARK (GB) (-)

4 10 3

B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sparron Hawk (FR) (Hawker’s News (IRE))

Mr R. E. R. Williams

Br Mr D. A. Rees-Jones

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BHA-

J Miss Eleanor Williams

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORM VIEW Walk In The Park filly Half-sister to 4 winners, including useful hurdler Out of The Loop and fairly useful 2 3/4m hurdle winner Russian Hawk. Likely to need more time and distance.

20 KISS ME MOON (FR) (-)

B f Spanish Moon (USA) - Maralypha (FR) (Louveteau (USA))

Mr R. E. R. Williams

Br Mr Camille Ferchaud

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4 10 3 BHA-

J Isabel Williams

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORM VIEW £18,000 3-y-o, Spanish Moon filly Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Eden du Houx. Dam unraced. Not an obvious sort for this sphere. TFRHHIII

21 LAGERTHA (FR) (-)

B f No Risk At All (FR) - La Grande Dame (FR) (Daliapour (IRE))

4 10 3 BHA-

J Gavin Sheehan

Nick Elliott & Heather Shane Katy Price, Llanigon

Br M. Jacques Seror

S Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW £40,000 3-y-o, No Risk At All filly Half-sister to Sindarbueno (French 2 1/2m-21f chase winner, by Sinndar): dam (h147), 2 1/4m-19f winner in France, also 15f winner on Flat, sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Aupcharlie. TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 21 (EXACTA)

Hood worn first time by No. 7.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14, 15, 18.

2023: CREST OF GLORY 4 11 0 Aidan Coleman 17-2 (Anthony Honeyball) 19 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-1 Regent’s Stroll (IRE), 15-2 Crest of Fortune (GB), 17-2 Authentic Legacy (GB), 9-1 Andashan (IRE), 12-1 Don’t Mind If I Do (IRE), 14-1 Double Dragon (GB), 20-1 Big Ginge (IRE), 25-1 Gwennie May Star (FR), 28-1 Clever One (IRE), Dance And Glance (GB), Green Splendour (GB), Gwennie May Jem (FR), Interchangeable (GB), Tikiti Dino (FR), 40-1 Kiss Me Moon (FR), Lagertha (FR), 50-1 Windsurfer (GB), Lawsky (GB), Tom Taggle (IRE), Formel Park (GB), 150-1 Lennie Godber (GB)

Race Summary: This has the makings of an above-average contest but REGENT’S STROLL looked a good prospect at Ascot first time out and he may be up to defying a penalty Fellow debut winner Crest of Fortune is a danger and Authentic Legacy needs considering after a solid start in a Listed event at Cheltenham.

1-2-3: 1.REGENT’S STROLL (IRE) 2.CREST OF FORTUNE 3.AUTHENTIC LEGACY RESULT

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RACE 6 4.25

THE COLLEAGUES CELEBRATION OF BUSINESS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

for five yrs old and upwards

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

THE COLLEAGUES CELEBRATION OF BUSINESS

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): D Skelton (15 wins from 134 runners, 11%) runs MOUNT TEMPEST

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (13 wins from 57 runners, 23%) runs MOUNT TEMPEST

Longest Traveller: BOLLINGERANDKRUG trained by L Russell, Kinross, 433 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 AGE ST LB BHA RATING

1 ONEMOREFORTHEROAD (GB) (85) 9 12 0 BHA128

B gYorgunnabelucky (USA) -Vinomore (Grape Tree Road) J Jack Quinlan Rupert Dubai Racing Neil King, Burderop 05-0414 CD BF

Br Donna Wallis

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a winning chase debut in a 9-runner Doncaster handicap (16.3f, good to soft) in December but took a backward step over the same C&D later that month. Probably worth taking on back from a break here. TFRHHHII

2 MOUNTTEMPEST (IRE) (28)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Tempest Missile (IRE) (Presenting)

7 11 13 BHA127

J Harry Skelton

Highclere T’Bred Racing - The Tempest Dan Skelton, Alcester 20113P D

Br G. Merrigan

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved for the fitting of blinkers when scoring at Sandown andWetherby either side of Christmas. Solid third back at Sandown (15.4f, soft) on penultimate start and while he misfired at Chepstow last time, this 7-y-o won’t be far away if he puts his best foot forward. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/2/2024 it was reported that the horse never travelled. TFRHHHII

3 JUPITER DU GITE (FR) (7)

5 11 13

B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Malaga de St Sulpice (FR) (Saint Cyrien (FR))

BHA127

J Niall Houlihan

Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd Gary Moore, Horsham P3-P621 CD

Br Mr Daniel Gerault S K M Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Not straightforward but has proved to be more tractable switched to fences the last twice, runner-up on debut in this sphere at Hereford prior to going one better in good style at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, heavy) last weekend. 7lb rise tolerable and he’s high on the shortlist.

TFRHHHHI

4 BOLLINGERANDKRUG (IRE) (48) 9 11 9 BHA123

B g Getaway (GER) - Out Performer (IRE) (Persian Bold)

J Derek Fox

Two Black Labs Lucinda Russell, Kinross 2-11156 D

Br Clare A. Kehoe

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd T

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown improved form switched to front-running tactics, making it four wins at Kelso in 5 starts when successful there in November However, he has failed to fire both subsequent starts and now has a bit to prove

TFRHHIII

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.

5 GAME ON FOR GLORY (IRE) (23) 8 11 8 BHA122

B m Fame And Glory - Jeunopse (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA))

J Bryony Frost

Mr James Summers Lucy Wadham, Newmarket 4/-42P21 D

Br Miss N. Carberry S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP V

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who got the job done at the fourth attempt in this sphere when landing a small-field Ludlow handicap (2 1/2m, heavy) in a first-time visor last month. 3lb nudge fair enough and while this is more demanding, she has to enter calculations.

6 CALGARYTIGER (GB) (112)

TFRHHHII

9 10 12 BHA112

B g Tiger Groom - Sachiko (Celtic Swing) J James Best

Mr W. de Best-Turner William de Best-Turner, Lambourn 05//113-P CD

Br W. de Best-Turner

TIMEFORMVIEW Left hurdles form well behind when winning first 2 starts over fences last February/March Pulled up in a strong C&D Class 2 handicap on return in December but he was the best part of a stone out of the weights that day and this is a more realistic assignment.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/12/2023 it was reported that the horse made a jumping error

TFRHHHII

7 DUHALLOWTOMMY (IRE) (19)

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Grannie Liz (IRE) (Vinnie Roe (IRE))

Mr John Terry

6 10 12 BHA112

J Tom Cannon

Toby Lawes, Beare Green 443111

Br John Hennessy S Lawmens Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has proved to be a different proposition switched to fences following a wind op this year, winning all 3 starts over the larger obstacles at Plumpton. More on his plate here but 4lb rise for latest success is by no means prohibitive and he commands respect.

TFRHHHII

8 RATH GAUL HILL (IRE) (31) 6 10 7 BHA107

B g Doyen (IRE) - Toler Street (IRE) (Luso)

Mr Kevin Price

Br Miss Maria Brew

J Robert Dunne

Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham 05-54P2 D

S Solstice T

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on his hurdles debut success in 3 subsequent starts in that sphere but he has shown an aptitude for this game, most recently chasing home decisive winner William of York at Doncaster (19f, heavy). Possibilities off the same mark with this drop in trip a potentially good move

TFRHHHHH

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 (EXACTA)

Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8.

2023: LE LIGERIEN (FR) 10 11 8 Brendan Powell 5-1 (Joe Tizzard) 7 ran

Betting Forecast: 4-1 Jupiter du Gite (FR), 9-2 Game On For Glory (IRE), 5-1 Duhallow Tommy (IRE), 13-2 Rath Gaul Hill (IRE), 8-1 Mount Tempest (IRE), 17-2 Onemorefortheroad (GB), 10-1 Calgary Tiger (GB), 25-1 Bollingerandkrug (IRE)

Race Summary: RATH GAUL HILL travelled well for a long way when runner-up over 19f on deep ground at Doncaster last month and he is interesting down in trip with quicker conditions forecast. The 6-y-o shades preference ahead of Jupiter du Gite, who did the job well from the front when opening his chase account at the second attempt at Uttoxeter last Saturday. Game On For Glory also hit the target last time and she merits respect, along with Calgary Tiger

1-2-3: 1.RATH GAUL HILL (IRE) 2.JUPITER DU GITE (FR) 3.GAME ON FOR GLORY (IRE)

RESULT PANEL: 1 .....................................................

A CELEBRATION

THE COLLEAGUES CELEBRATION OF BUSINESS HANDICAP IS SPONSORED BY JOHN H W FINCH IN APPRECIATION OF COLLEAGUES WORKING TOGETHER OVER A TWENTY FIVEYEAR PERIOD.

All good things must come to an end, and I hope the celebration lunch and afternoon at Newbury Racecourse today will forever live on in our memories.

Thank you to all my colleagues and family today and always.

RACE 7 5.00

THE VISIT IRISH STORE SALES WITH ITM VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

for ten yrs old and upwards

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

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

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): D Skelton (15 wins from 134 runners, 11%) runs ASHTOWN LAD

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (13 wins from 57 runners, 23%) runs ASHTOWN LAD

Weightwatcher: RUN TO MILAN won off a handicap mark of 132, his rating is now down 9lb to 123.

Longest Traveller: CROSSPARK trained by N Kent, Brigg, 202 miles.

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

Mrs L Nixon Henry Daly, Ludlow 50-4202

Br T. F. F. Nixon S Humphrey Butler Ltd V TIMEFORM VIEW Increasingly temperamental nowadays and while he put in a good shift when second under Harry Cobden here (3 1/4m, soft) 3 weeks ago, the subsequent wind op/first-time visor will need to have a positive effect if he’s to go one better

2 ASHTOWN LAD (IRE) (21)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Blossom Trix (IRE) (Saddlers’ Hall (IRE))

J Harry Skelton

Darren & AnnaleyYates Dan Skelton, Alcester 23P-PPP D

Br R. McCarthy

S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Built on encouraging hurdles return when winning Becher Chase at Aintree off a 3lb higher mark last season. However, he has failed to complete last 4 starts (pulled up on each occasion) and needs to bounce back in a major way.

3 FRANCKY DU BERLAIS (FR) (43)

TFRHHIII

11 11 13 BHA134

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Legende du Luy (FR) (Bonnet Rouge (FR))

J Sean Bowen

Mr Roddy Owen Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest 230425

Br Mr Jean-Marc Lucas & Mr Franck Champion S Foodnet Ltd T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 2022 Summer Plate at Market Rasen and some good efforts since, including when runner-up in a cross country at Cheltenham in December However, well held at Kempton next time and he looks vulnerable once more.

4 CERTAINLY RED (GB) (21)

Ch g Midnight Legend -Venetian Lass (First Trump)

TFRHHIII

10 11 13 BHA134

J Marc Goldstein

TheVenetian Lad Partnership Lydia Richards, Chichester 0-4352P

Br Mrs Lydia Richards

S Lydia Richards Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Likeable sort who completed a hat-trick last term and shaped as though his turn may again be near, despite an error-strewn round of jumping, when runner-up at Sandown (3m, good) last month. Best to draw a line through his subsequent run at Doncaster and he’s a strong candidate.

5 DEMACHINE (IRE) (73)

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dancingonthemoon (IRE) (Milan)

TFRHHHHH

10 11 9 BHA130

J Liam Harrison

West Coast Haulage Limited Kerry Lee, Presteigne 12050-0

Br Edmond Coleman S Fitzdares Limited T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his best and latest success at Uttoxeter in May 2022 was gained off a 6lb higher mark. Largely below par since, though, and his reappearance display at Doncaster at the beginning of the year was hardly inspiring.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/1/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. TFRHHIII

6 CROSSPARK (GB) (88)

14 11 6 BHA127

B g Midnight Legend - Blue Shannon (IRE) (Be My Native (USA)) J Charlie Hammond

Mrs Wendy Wesley Nick Kent, Brigg PP33-12

Br W. W. & Mrs J. E. Dennis S Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

TIMEFORM VIEW Been a cracking servant over the years and ended a long losing when landing a veterans’ event at Huntingdon on return in November Just touched off at Market Rasen (27.6f, good to soft) since and will be a threat if able to perform to a similar level back from a break here. TFRHHHII

7 WAYFINDER (IRE) (41)

Br g Shantou (USA) - Sibury (IRE) (Overbury (IRE))

The Wayfinders

Br Mrs Rita Kent

10 11 4 BHA125

J Ben Jones

Rebecca Curtis, Newport P-3F2PP

S William Hill CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Capable staying chaser when the mood takes, as he demonstrated with creditable placed efforts at Cheltenham and Chepstow in the first half of this season. Pulled up on his last 2 starts, though, and others look more solid. TFRHHIII

8 FIRST LORD DE CUET (FR) (12)

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Alyce (FR) (Villez (USA))

10 11 3 BHA124

J JackTudor

Potter, Pipe and Pete David Pipe, Wellington 3-UP244 BF

Br Mr Serge Bourounoff

S W & S Recycling B

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless following 11 starts over fences but produced one of his best efforts in this sphere when second to Anglers Crag at Market Rasen (23.8f, good to soft) in January Not discounted with blinkers refitted here, for all that his 2 subsequent efforts have not been so good.

TFRHHHII

9 RUNTO MILAN (IRE) (41) 12 11 2 BHA123

B g Milan - Run Supreme (IRE) (Supreme Leader)

J Fergus Gillard

Barber, Birchenhough, De Wilde Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple 02-4422 BF

Br Close Holding Ltd

S Hartnoll Hotel T

TIMEFORMVIEW All 3 career victories gained at Exeter and he performed with credit when second from 5lb out of the weights in a competitive veterans’ contest at that course last time. Should make his presence felt. TFRHHHII

10 FIDUX (FR) (51)

11 11 1 BHA122

B g Fine Grain (JPN) - Folle Tempete (FR) (Fabulous Dancer (USA))

J Oscar Palmer (10)

AXOM LXVIII Alan King, Barbury Castle 245324 D

Br P. Barbe, W. Barbe, E. Barbe & H. Barbe S Axom Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the force of old but was a decent second back from a break in similar event at Doncaster before Christmas. Similar form back in open company when fourth at Wincanton in February and couldn’t rule out. TFRHHHII

11 SUPERVISOR (IRE) (15) 10 10 2 BHA108

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Coolamaine Star (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))

J Ned Fox (5) MissV. M. Williams Venetia Williams, Hereford 32/F-212 BF

Br Vincent & Sinead Finn S Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 10-y-o put it all together when opening his account in a handicap chase at Ludlow (23.8f, heavy) back from a 10-month absence in February. Just failed under a penalty at Exeter recently and while he needs more up in class off his new mark, another bold show could be on the way.

TFRHHHHI

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)

Visor worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1. 2023: CYCLOP (IRE) 12 11 4 Ned Fox 9-2 (David Dennis) 10 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-2 Fortescue (GB), 6-1 Crosspark (GB), 7-1 Certainly Red (GB), Run To Milan (IRE), 17-2 Supervisor (IRE), 9-1 First Lord de Cuet (FR), 10-1 Fidux (FR), 12-1 Demachine (IRE), 18-1 Ashtown Lad (IRE), 22-1 Wayfinder (IRE), 33-1 Francky du Berlais (FR)

Race Summary: It’s best to overlook CERTAINLY RED’s effort in the Grimthorpe at Doncaster where he was one of eight that failed to complete in that 10-runner contest. He shaped as though ready to strike when hitting the crossbar at Sandown on his penultimate start and the drying ground here will be a big help. The lightly-raced Supervisor has resumed in good order this season and he is feared most ahead of Crosspark, Fidux and Run To Milan.

1-2-3: 1.CERTAINLY RED 2.SUPERVISOR (IRE) 3.CROSSPARK

PANEL:

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Today’s Race Officials & Conditions

Stewards

Richard Westropp (Chief Steward)

Georgina Cartwright (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Josie Brown-Smith

Kelly O’Boyle

Cody Watkins

Starters

Robert Supple

Steven Avis

Judge

Emily Jones

Clerk Of The Scales

Robert Cuthbert

Veterinary Officer

David Freeman

Handicapper

James Norris

Veterinary Surgeons

David Mathieson

Charlie Schreiber

Charlotte Oastler

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

Darren Stone

Kelly Corke

Christine Hannaford

Vincent McKevitt

Commentator

Mark Johnson

Clerk Of The Course

George Hill

Head Groundsperson

Sean Revell

Deputy Head Groundsperson

Callum Weir

Farriers

Jerry Baker

Richard Wiggins

and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. THE FAMILY and FRIENDS of JOHN HAINE have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, the £50 best turned out prize will be awarded in memory of Celia Williams to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 19 entries at £75. - Closed March 18th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6260; Second £3131; Third £1565; Fourth £783. (Penalty Value £8169) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 2 2.10 - THE BET IN-PLAY ON RACING WITH BetVictor NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10905 to the winning horse The second to receive £5017, the third £2508, the fourth £1255 and the fifth £625. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £103 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £83 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BETVICTOR has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey 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. 25 entries at £103. - Closed March 18th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8341; Second £4169; Third £2086; Fourth £1043; Fifth £520. (Penalty Value £10905.26) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 3 2.40 - THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BetVictor HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20812 to the winning horse The second to receive £9568, the third £4784, the fourth £2392, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £596. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £200 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BetVictor has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning Owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 15 entries, 2 at £40 and 13 at £200. - Closed March 18th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15900; Second £7948; Third £3976; Fourth £1988; Fifth £992; Sixth £496. (Penalty Value £20812)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 4 3.15 - THE BRITISH EBF BETVICTOR “NATIONAL HUNT” MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (A LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE)(CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28616 to the winning horse The second to receive £13156, the third £6578, the fourth £3289, the fifth £1644 and the sixth £819. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a Flat race and which have been placed in the first six in an E.B.F Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ or Maiden Hurdle Race Series Qualifier during the current season. £275 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £55 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £220 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Lowest weight 10st 6lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb (No penalties after the publication of the weights). THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS FUND has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner BETVICTOR has also kindly sponsored this race. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. A challenge trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until February 1st, next year THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £10,000 towards the prize money for 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 19 entries, 2 at £55 and 17 at £275. - Closed March 18th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £21863; Second £10929; Third £5467; Fourth £2734; Fifth £1364; Sixth £682. (Penalty Value £28616.50)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Race 5 3.50 - THE GOFFS UK SPRING SALE BUMPER (AN OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE) (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £59010 to the winning horse The second to receive £19680, the third £9840, the fourth £4910, the fifth £2960 and the sixth £1970. for four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat Races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races and which were sold under the hammer at the Goffs UK Doncaster Spring Sales of May 2022 and 2023 and which have been declared by Goffs UK Ltd. as eligible to be entered and run in accordance with the relevant rules. Enter by noon, September 5th, 2023 and pay £300 stake, Scratch by noon, January 9th or pay £300, Scratch by noon, February 27th or pay £250, Confirm by noon, March 18th and pay £150, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 6lb. Goffs UK Ltd has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey A cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Goffs UK Ltd and Newbury racecourse have guaranteed the value of this race and, in the event that no guarantee is required, will add £50000 towards the race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of GOFFS UK LTD. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (A)20.1, Rule (F)2, Rule (F)69.2, Rule (F)70.6.2, (Rule (F)71.6.2, Rule (F)85.2, Rule (F)86.6.1, Rule (F)102, Rule (F)103, Rule (F)110, Rule (F)118, Rule (F)137, Schedule (B)2.2, Schedule 2.3.2, Schedule (F)5.2, Schedule (F)5.3.2, Schedule (F)8 and Schedule (F)9 for the purposes of this race. NOTE: Entries for this race will be accepted at the time of closing for horses which do not have a registered name. However, such horses will be disqualified and removed from the race if the name has not been registered by Tuesday, February 27th, 2024, in accordance with Rule (E)3, Rule (E)4, Rule (E)8 and Rule (E)9. For horses trained in Great Britain, Ireland or the Channel Islands, and acceptable application must be made by the previous Friday. (Elimination of horses from this race will be determined by the BHA Handicapper Please Note: If elimination is necessary, unraced horses will be eliminated before those with racecourse performances.) THE LAST TWO ENTRY STAKE PAYMENTS, TOTALLING £400, WILL BE REIMBURSED TO THE OWNER WHEN THE HORSE HAS BEEN DECLARED TO RUN UNDER RULE (F)89 BUT IS BALLOTED OUT Race Supplementary Conditions

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Race 6 4.25 - THE COLLEAGUES CELEBRATION OF BUSINESS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10905 to the winning horse The second to receive £5017, the third £2508, the fourth £1255 and the fifth £625. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £103 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £83 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Colleagues Celebration of Business have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 14 entries at £103. - Closed March 18th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8341; Second £4169; Third £2086; Fourth £1043; Fifth £520. (Penalty Value £10905.26) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Race 7 5.00 - THE VISIT IRISH STORE SALES WITH ITM VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (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,

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