Newton Abbot Racecard 29th October 2020

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THURSDAY 29TH OCTOBER 2020 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME & FORM GUIDE

WELCOME TO NEWTON ABBOT

CONTENTS

4 TODAY’S OFFICIALS 6 HOW TO READ THE RACECARD 12-13 LAST MEETING REVIEW 31 RACE CONDITIONS TODAY'S RACING

10 FIRST 1:28PM

The Weatherbys Stallion Book Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race

14 SECOND 1:58PM

The newtonabbotracing.com Handicap Hurdle Race

18 THIRD 2:28PM

The Weatherbys e-Passport Novices’ Hurdle Race (GBB Race)

20 FOURTH 2:58PM

The Devon Heat Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race

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FIFTH 3:28PM The Weatherbys Racing Bank Handicap Steeple Chase

26 SIXTH 3:58PM

The Newtonabbotrace On Twitter Handicap Steeple Chase

28 SEVENTH 4:28PM

The Looking Forward To Easter Saturday 2021 Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race (GBB Race)

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ON BEHALF OF THE DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS AND STAFF, I AM DELIGHTED TO WELCOME YOU TO NEWTON ABBOT RACECOURSE FOR THIS AFTERNOON’S FIXTURE, THE FINAL FIXTURE OF A TURBULENT SEASON.

Our fixtures for next season are included in the racecard today but publication will be carried out each quarter of 2021. There will be caveats to the fixture list with racing with crowds and horse population to service the fixture list. Please keep looking at our website for the latest up to date information.

We would like to thank today’s main race sponsors: Weatherbys for their continued support. Other Sponsors Devon Heat.

We wish all the Owners and Trainers with a runner here today every success.

PATRICK MASTERSON MANAGING DIRECTOR

TODAY'S OFFICIALS

HONORARY PRESIDENTS Colin Willcocks Anthony Mildmay-White Ian Bulpin CHIEF STEWARD

Simon Cowley

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR John Goodman STEWARD

Chris Rutter

ASSISTANT STEWARD

Chris Hill

RACEDAY ASSISTANT

Jennifer Dewhurst

STARTERS

Peter Hickman & Lee Jones

JUDGE

Guy Lewis

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Georgina Robarts

VETERINARY OFFICER

David Freeman

MEDICAL OFFICERS ON DUTY

Simon Cope - Senior Medical Officer, Suzannah Hoult & Jason Louis

VETERINARY SURGEONS ON DUTY

Tony Kaye, BVSc (Hons) BA MRCVS Senior Veterinary Surgeon, Teresa Cordovill, MRCVS & Simon Joyner, VetMB MA CertAVP (ESO) MRCVS

EQUINE WELFARE INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Mel Baker, Christopher Maiden, Steve Fox, Melanie Sheppard & Stuart Shilston

COMMENTATOR

Simon Holt

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Patrick Masterson

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Jason Loosemore

RACECOURSE PHOTOGRAPHER

Fiona Crawford www.fionacrawford.co.uk

COURSE FARRIER

Stuart Taylor AWFC

DIRECTORS

Hugh Michelmore (Chairman)

Patrick Masterson (Managing Director) Annette Merchant, Philip Hobbs, George Welch

HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD

Horse’s saddlecloth number Horse’s name

Colour graphic

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No. of days since last ran

Previous performances /=new season -=new year Bold type shows Point-to-Point form C=course winner D=distance winner CD=course & distance winner BF=beaten favourite Age

LASER BLAZER (31) 3-31

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Weight st-lbs

11-4

Richard Johnson J Alan King, Barbury Castle T SIS S

Br Bg Zafeen (FR) - Sashay O Calne Engineering Ltd B Edward J. G. Young

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat and off the mark over hurdles in a novice event at Stratford in the summer. Has been TFRHHHHH BHA133 ticking over on the Flat since and remains open to improvement now handicapping in the sphere.

Timeform View and TFR

Official BHA Rating

STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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TODAY'S OWNERS

WE WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME THE FOLLOWING OWNERS WHO HAVE RUNNERS HERE WITH US TODAY. A J Pearson, Mark Jenner, Ed Hawkings

Mr J. H. Frost

Birchenhough, deWilde, Dod

Mr J. Reed

Brendon Sabin & Partner

Mr Mel Mathias

Brocade Racing

Mr Norman Thomas

Buckingham, Chapman & Cobbett

Mr O. S. Harris

Charlie Walker & Phil Fry

Mr P. R. Carter

Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd

Mr Phill Meaden

Frost Racing Club

Mr R. E. R. Williams

Hawkings Harding Pearson Pyatt Willis

Mrs J P E Cunningham & Mr G M Cunningham

Haywood’s Heroes

Mrs J. Hitchings

Helium Racing Ltd

Mrs P. de W. Johnson

Holt, Clark, Macnabb, Nugent & Robinson

Mrs Sandra Champ

J.L & P Frampton A.M Midgley R.J Hodges

Mrs Sarah Keys

Kate & Andrew Brooks

Mrs.S.De Wilde,Mr.B.Dallyn,Mrs.C.Carter

Katy Price Racing Club

Out Of Bounds Racing Club

Langley’s

Owners Group 057

Lavelle, Awdry & Williams

Peter Bowen Racing Club

Marilyn and Michael Martin

Prof. Caroline Tisdall and Bryan Drew

Martin Hill and Partners

Reed, Abrahams & Spershott

Melbourne 10 Racing

Sherborne Utilities Ltd

Miss Jayne Brace & Mr Gwyn Brace

Simon Brown & Ron Watts

Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook

St Mamadasado

Mr A. J. & Mrs J. Ward

Surrey Racing & Miss J. Du Plessis

Mr A. White

The Autumn Partnership

Mr Billy Bates

The Boom Syndicate

Mr Bryan A Hawker

The Jago Family Partnership

Mr D. Shorey

The Nigel Jones & Roy Ovel Syndicate

Mr Dave Redfern

The Rumble Racing Club

Mr Edwin White

The Tacticians

Mr F. A. Clegg

Tim Syder

Mr Francis Mahon

Venetia Williams Racehorse Syndicate III

Mr G. C. Stevens

Venetia Williams Racehorse Syndicate IV

Mr J. D. Frost

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2021 FIXTURES

SATURDAY 3 APRIL TUESDAY 13 APRIL WEDNESDAY 5 MAY WEDNESDAY 12 MAY WEDNESDAY 25 MAY FRIDAY 11 JUNE (EVE) TUESDAY 22 JUNE (EVE) FRIDAY 2 JULY MONDAY 12 JULY SUNDAY 18 JULY MONDAY 26 JULY SATURDAY 21 AUGUST TUESDAY 31 AUGUST (EVE) MONDAY 6 SEPTEMBER FRIDAY 17 SEPTEMBER MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER SUNDAY 10 OCTOBER THURSDAY 21 OCTOBER With the exception of the fixtures featuring Pattern races, the dates of all fixtures from 1 May remain subject to change and will be confirmed by the BHA in due course following further evaluation of available horse population, a potential return of racecourse attendances and the financial position of the sport.

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FIRST RACE 1.28

THE WEATHERBYS STALLION BOOK MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

3m 2f 105y

For four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares Total race value £7273 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2873, 2nd £952, 3rd £476, 4th £296, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) RACE ANALYSIS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): C Tizzard (31 wins from 165 runners, 19%) runs MY LADY GREY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Williams (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs MEMPHIS BELL WEIGHTWATCHER: GET AN OSCAR won off a handicap mark of 101, her rating is now down 5lb to 96.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: GET AN OSCAR trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 211 miles.

Br BREEDING O OWNER COLOURS

B BREEDER

NO HORSE

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J JOCKEY

ELLENS WAY (GB) (2) 11//PP3-P

S SPONSOR

ST-LB

JOCKEY

8 11-12

RACE ONE

Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Function Dreamer O Bet The Farm Partners NER -RUN B Mickley Stud & Mrs M. Adamson NON

Non Runner J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

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T TRAINER

AGE

TFRIIIII BHA117

ROYAL CLARET (GB) (236) 4PP021- D

Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Kerada (FR) O The Nigel Jones & Roy Ovel Syndicate B R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg

8 11-5 Ben Poste J Tom Symonds, Hentland T Simply Stunning Interiors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t take to fences first 4 starts last term but right back on song over hurdles to end the campaign, runner-up at Carlisle before relishing a slog at Hereford. Conditions to suit on reappearance.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

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MY LADY GREY (GB) (31) 02-1142 CD

Br Gr m Presenting - Wassailing Queen O Mr J. Reed B Barrow Hill

6 11-1 Harry Cobden J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Different proposition since her stamina has been brought into play, winning twice over C&D this summer and also runner-up back here a month ago. Likely to give it another good shot.

TFRHHHHI BHA106

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SHAPIRO (GB) (251) 35/1/0PP-

Br B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Lady Turk (FR) O Buckingham, Chapman & Cobbett B Barrow Hill

7 11-1 Rex Dingle (3) J Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fontwell novice winner last spring who has was handed a stiff mark and failed to make any impact in a trio of handicaps last term. In good hands bit has a lot to prove in a first-time tongue tie.

TFRHHIII BHA106

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MEMPHIS BELL (IRE) (11) 6-53111

Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Andrea Gale (IRE) O Mr Billy Bates B W. P. Bates

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(in 7lb ex) 10-9

Isabel Williams (5) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

TIMEFORM VIEW Handicapper who is firmly on the up, completing a hat-trick in another big field at Ffos Las 11 days ago, driven clear (23.9f). Penalty to carry up in trip but she’s the one to beat.

TFRHHHHH BHA93 (+10)

6

GET AN OSCAR (IRE) (10) 006552

Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Lady Perspex (IRE) O Peter Bowen Racing Club B Jim Condon

6 10-5

James Bowen J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Market Rasen winner from 5lb higher in August 2019. Struggled initially upon resumption but was right back on her game when runner-up at Plumpton 10 days ago. Has the same mark here. TFRHHHII BHA96 (+2)

7

HIJA (GB) (31) 3U550//-0 C

9 10-0

Br B m Avonbridge - Pantita O Haywood’s Heroes B Howard Barton Stud

David Noonan J Gail Haywood, Moretonhampstead T Amy Cox - Vet Physio S

TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap hurdler who is opposed from a long way out of the weights again. TFRHIIII BHA72

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2019:MEETING ABANDONED Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Probable S.P.’s: 13-8 Memphis Bell (IRE), 3-1 Royal Claret (GB), 4-1 My Lady Grey (GB), 11-2 Get An Oscar (IRE), 20-1 Shapiro (GB), 200-1 Hija (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

MEMPHIS BELL is progressing at a rate of knots from a modest base in handicaps, landing her third big-field contest at Ffos Las 11 days ago and the 4-timer is on the cards under a penalty. Royal Claret lacks a recent run, but these conditions are right up her street and she can give the selection most to think about.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MEMPHIS BELL (IRE) 2.ROYAL CLARET 3.MY LADY GREY

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE 3RD

2ND

4TH

RACE ONE

1ST

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LAST MEETING REVIEW | SUNDAY 11TH OCTOBER 2020

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Our penultimate meeting of the season saw some high-class action on the track as the eight-race card featured a pair of Class 2 events, including the Aubrey Loze Memorial Intermediate Chase.

The feature chase saw the front-two in the market battle out the finish and it was Al Dancer who came out on top for the father and son combination of Nigel and Sam Twiston-Davies. The grey had been competing in Graded races as a novice chaser last season, including a fifth-place finish in the Arkle at the Cheltenham Festival, and he got his 2020/21 season off to the perfect start here. The seven-year-old was sent off as the second favourite behind the Paul Nicholls-trained Master Tommytucker for his seasonal reappearance, but he

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enjoyed the step-up in trip as he saw off the market leader by two-and three-quarter lengths.

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The following Class 2 hurdle race, the William Hill Leading Racecourse Bookmaker Handicap, went the way of the favourite as Sammylou continued his fine record over course and distance this season.

Campaigned during the summer by Graeme McPherson, the seven-year-old was making his fifth start here since July and he added a third victory his name as he took the step-up in grade in his stride. He is developing a good partnership with Lilly Pinchin, who was making it back-to-back wins onboard the gelding as she again judged her hold-up tactics to perfection.

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Sammylou was produced from the rear of the field to win by a length and a quarter from Emma Lavelle’s 2019 Ladbrokes Trophy winner De Rasher Counter.

We also saw some useful novices on show as the afternoon started with two divisions of the British Stallion Studs EBF “National Hunt” Novices’ Hurdle. In the opening race, Flic On Voyou made all under Harry Cobden to follow-up his success at Chepstow only two days earlier. The six-year-old had been a decent performer in bumpers back in 2018/19, running in the Weatherbys Champion Bumper, and he could now kick on over hurdles for Paul Nicholls having had wind surgery during the summer. In Division Two of the race, Press Your Luck made a winning debut over hurdles for the trainer and jockey combination of Chris Gordon and Tom Cannon. A winner of an Irish point over three miles last year, the five-year-old could be one to follow with further progress to come as he steps up in distance.

In the novice contest over the bigger obstacles later in the card, the Follow@ WillHillRacing On Twitter Novices’ Chase,

Eldorado Allen showed his potential over fences as he made a successful chase debut for Colin Tizzard. He had looked an exciting prospect when making a winning start over hurdles back in November 2018, but unfortunately his campaign was cut short by injury and he was not seen again until the beginning of this year. The sixyear-old took well to fences though after his summer break, jumping nicely apart from a mistake at the last which was not enough to stop him winning by two lengths under Robbie Power.

Elsewhere on the card, Jersey Bean justified favouritism in the newtonabbotracing.com Novices’ Handicap Chase as he made all under Brendan Powell. Trained by Oliver Sherwood, the seven-year-old built on his reappearance third at Uttoxeter to keep finding more and repel the challenge of his rivals by two-lengths. There was an upset in the following Brendon Soper Memorial Handicap Hurdle as Sastruga won at odds of 40/1 on his stable debut for Richard Hawker. The seven-year-old was upped in trip for his first start since March and travelled comfortably under Robert Dunne before staying on to score by a length.

In the closing William Hill TV Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race, put his previous bumper form to good use as the five-year-old won on his third start for Neil King, benefitting from a positive ride by Byrony Frost as he was not for catching once kicking clear down the home straight.

PHOTOS: 1 - FLIC OU VOYOU 2 - PRESS YOUR LUCK 3 - AL DANCER (pictured above) 4 - SAMMYLOU 5 - JERSEY BEAN 6 - SASTRUGA 7 - ELDORADO ALLEN 8 - ONEMOREFORTHEROAD

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SECOND RACE 1.58

THE newtonabbotracing.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2m 5f 122y

For three yrs old and upwards Total race value £7654 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3071, 2nd £1017, 3rd £509, 4th £298, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £4028.76) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE ANALYSIS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): D Pipe (13 wins from 129 runners, 10%) runs PARICOLOR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs MOLLY CAREW & PERCY POPS LONGEST TRAVELLER: JAMESSAINTPATRICK trained by Miss Amy Murphy, Newmarket, 248 miles.

Br BREEDING O OWNER COLOURS

B BREEDER

J JOCKEY

NO HORSE

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T TRAINER

AGE

ELEANOR BOB (GB) (243) 40/6116-

S SPONSOR

ST-LB

JOCKEY

5 12-2

Br B m Midnight Legend - Red And White (IRE) O Mr Francis Mahon B Mr Francis Mahon

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Did well at the end of last year, winning maiden and mares’ novice hurdles in the mud at up to 20f.

Goes handicapping on return and could progress further with this test likely to suit.

TFRHHHII BHA121

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SILENT ASSISTANT (IRE) (257) 104/44-

RACE TWO

Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Monanig Lass (IRE) O Lavelle, Awdry & Williams B Richard Lynch

6 11-12

Adam Wedge J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW £50,000 buy after winning a maiden point. Showed a fair bit again in a couple of hurdle races at the start of the year and drops in class on return. Looks a real stayer. Could go well.

TFRHHHII BHA117

3

SASTRUGA (IRE) (18) 06203-1 CD

7 11-11

Br B g Masterofthehorse (IRE) - Crimson Blue (IRE) O Mr Bryan A Hawker B Richard O’Hara

Brendan Powell J Richard Hawker, Frome T

TIMEFORM VIEW Friendless in the betting but made a successful return for new connections in C&D handicap hurdle earlier this month. Up 7lb but unwise to rule out further improvement.

TFRHHHHI BHA116

4

PERCY POPS (GB) (251) 0//60035-

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Popsie Hall O Birchenhough, deWilde, Dod B Mrs Kay Birchenhough

6 11-11 Tom Scudamore J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Caught the eye on his last 2 runs in novice hurdles last season and seems set to do better now handicapping up in trip, though his mark doesn’t look overly generous.

TFRHHHII BHA116

5

PARICOLOR (FR) (18) 130-F56

4 11-8

Br B g Orpen (USA) - Kadiana (IRE) O Mrs J P E Cunningham & Mr G M Cunningham B Dr R. Simon, N. Simon & G. Saudrais

Fergus Gillard (7) J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles last season and fared a bit better after a wind op back over the smaller obstacles behind Sastruga here last time. Needs more to win this, though.

TFRHHIII BHA113

6

MOLLY CAREW (GB) (240) 34/4333-

Br B m Midnight Legend - Moyliscar O Mrs Sarah Keys B Mrs Caroline George

8 11-7

Shane Quinlan (5) J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made up into a fairly useful chaser and has her first run over hurdles since April 2018 on return after a wind op.

TFRHHHII BHA112

7

JAMESSAINTPATRICK (IRE) (249) 406/310-

Br Br g Stowaway - Cadia’s Lady (IRE) O Melbourne 10 Racing B Adrian Sutton

7 11-5

Jack Quinlan J Amy Murphy, Newmarket T Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles in similar 21f handicap in the mud at Warwick on return last December.

Below-par at Fontwell 2 months on but it’s still early days with him.

TFRHHHII BHA110

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NELSON’S TOUCH (GB) (240) 2/26000-

Br Gr g Mount Nelson - Lady Friend O Mrs P. de W. Johnson B Mrs P. de W. Johnson

7 11-3

Daniel Sansom (3) J Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Generally out of form in 2019/20, but returns from vastly-reduced mark. Stamina to prove however, and yard could be in better form.

TFRHHHII BHA108

9

LANDOFSMILES (IRE) (268) 23/0530-

Br B g Beneficial - Sadie Supreme (IRE) O Miss Jayne Brace & Mr Gwyn Brace

7 11-2

James Bowen J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S

B J. O’Gorman

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who looks a real stayer. Probably capable off this sort of mark but suspect he’ll come on for this first run in 8 months.

TFRHHIII BHA107

10 MILLE SUSSURRI (IRE) (226) 3032-

5 11-2

Br B g Milan - Silent Whisper (IRE) O The Jago Family Partnership B Thomas Bruton

Sean Bowen J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a fair bit in bumpers/maiden hurdles last season and this sort of test should be right up his street now handicapping. Big run could be forthcoming.

TFRHHHHH BHA107

11 TACTICAL MANOEUVRE (IRE) (226) 431110- 9 10-11 Br B g Marienbard (IRE) - Pride O’Fleet (IRE) O The Tacticians B George Lamont

Rex Dingle (3) J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived over hurdles at around 19f for this yard last season, landing a hat-trick under this rider. Held final start though, and needs to hit the ground running on return back up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA102 Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Court Wing (IRE) O Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd B Mr & Mrs Gareth Jones T/A Court Farm

7 10-11

Daryl Jacob J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over hurdles for Richard Price. Claims on his third at Bangor in July but below-par twice since (AW handicap and back at Bangor latest). Cheekpieces back on.

TFRHHHII BHA102 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 9, 12.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Mille Sussurri (IRE), 11-2 Sastruga (IRE), 7-1 Eleanor Bob (GB), 17-2 Nelson’s Touch (GB), 9-1 Silent Assistant (IRE), 12-1 Tactical Manoeuvre (IRE), 14-1 Samson’s Reach (GB), 16-1 Percy Pops (GB), 20-1 Molly Carew (GB), Jamessaintpatrick (IRE), 25-1 Landofsmiles (IRE), 33-1 Paricolor (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

This looks a useful handicap and MILLE SUSSURRI is chanced to open his account on his return. This longer trip is sure to suit for his handicap debut and there is a strong suspicion he’s on a good mark. Sastruga opened his account for his new yard in a C&D contest earlier this month and has good claims again up 7lb. Silent Assistant is another to consider.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MILLE SUSSURRI (IRE) 2.SASTRUGA (IRE) 3.SILENT ASSISTANT (IRE)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

TOP OWNERS MR MALCOLM C. DENMARK DL ADAMS, JA ADAMS & G MCPHERSON MR JOHN P. MCMANUS WALTERS PLANT HIRE LTD MRS CAROLYN KENDRICK

WINNERS

2NDS

3RDS

3 3 2 1 3

1 2 1 2

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TOTAL RUNNERS 3 5 9 3 6

TOTAL PRIZE MONEY £19,623.96 £19,616.58 £15,109.72 £14,774.25 £14,535.90

RACE TWO

12 SAMSON’S REACH (GB) (30) P046-30 D

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THIRD RACE 2.28

THE WEATHERBYS E-PASSPORT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

2m 2f 110y

For novice four yrs old and upwards Total race value £5800 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2873, 2nd £952, 3rd £476, 4th £238.

(Penalty Value £3768.84) RACE ANALYSIS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Hobbs (21 wins from 131 runners, 16%) runs MAJESTIC MERLIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Fry (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs METIER LONGEST TRAVELLER: TARRONA trained by A Phillips, Callow End, 147 miles.

Br BREEDING O OWNER COLOURS

J JOCKEY

B BREEDER

NO HORSE

1

T TRAINER

AGE

ANTIDOTE (IRE) (14) 5

S SPONSOR

ST-LB

JOCKEY

4 10-12

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Mood Indigo (IRE) O Frost Racing Club B Ballylinch Stud

Bryony Frost J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat, up to 14f, for Richard Hughes who was given a considerate introduction to hurdling when 13 1/2 lengths fifth of 10 in Wincanton maiden (15.3f) 2 weeks ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

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GOLD LINK (FR) (356) 22-

Br B g Rail Link - Une de Montot (FR) O Owners Group 057 B Jean-Francois Lamborot & Edouard Walsh

4 10-12 Adam Wedge J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty when runner-up in a brace of French bumpers in 2019 and well worth a market check now going hurdling up in trip for a good yard.

TFRHHHII BHARACE THREE

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HATCHET JACK (IRE) (905) 45233/2/-

8 10-12

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Identity Parade (IRE) Tom O’Brien J O A J Pearson, Mark Jenner, Ed Hawkings Paul Henderson, Whitsbury T B Mrs M. Doran Paul Henderson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fairly useful form over hurdles in 2017/18, making the frame on several occasions, but his lengthy absence is an obvious concern. Perhaps the market will help.

TFRHHHII BHA115

4

ISTORIUS (FR) (487)

4 10-12

Br B g Pastorius (GER) - Indianapolis (GER) O The Autumn Partnership B Appapays Racing Club

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat in France (stays 1 1/2m) who is a half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Icario.

Left H-A. Pantall for €14,000 in July 2019 and market can guide now hurdling for new handler.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5

MAJESTIC MERLIN (GB) (18) P-04

Br B g Midnight Legend - Posh Emily O J.L & P Frampton A.M Midgley R.J Hodges B R. J. Hodges & A. Midgley

5 10-12 Sean Houlihan (3) J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to fairly useful hurdler Midnight Midge. Better signs in a pair of course novices for new stable but might be one more for handicaps further down the line.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6

METIER (IRE) (369)

4 10-12

Br B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - We’ll Go Walking (IRE) Sean Bowen J O Mr G. C. Stevens Harry Fry, Seaborough T B Knockainey Stud Busy Bee Cleaning Services, Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat in Ireland, stays 13f, ran up to best last time. Sold from A. Slattery for 150,000 gns.

Has been gelded/had wind operation and very much one to note on hurdle debut for good stable. TFRHHHHH BHA-

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ONEUPMANSHIP (IRE) (238) 243-

Br Ch g Mahler - Letthisbetheone (IRE) O Charlie Walker & Phil Fry B Capel Bloodstock

5 10-12 Nick Scholfield J Jack R. Barber, Crewkerne T P3P Partners LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in bumpers, well-held third to a good prospect at Wincanton final outing and should make a jumper. Has had a wind operation since last seen.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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TARRONA (GB) (50) P20/0B-0

11 10-12

Br B g Kayf Tara - Lisrona (IRE) O Mr Dave Redfern B Mr J. Clarke

Ben Poste J Alan Phillips, Callow End T

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 hurdle runs and only eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good) 50 days ago. Down in trip.

TFRHIIII BHA102

9

WAVERING DOWN (IRE) (13) 6

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Gortbofearna (IRE) O Mr J. H. Frost B Gerard Dolan

5 10-12 Rex Dingle (3) J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Red Devil Star. Did some good late work after looking in need of the experience on Uttoxeter hurdle debut (15.8f) 13 days ago and should improve.

TFRHHHII BHA-

10 WILLIES DREAM (GB) (556) 0/1/- Br B g Dream Eater (IRE) - Willies Witch O Winning Edge Racing B Mrs Sharon Lee

7 10-12 Tom Cheesman (5) J Richard Hawker, Frome T

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held in an Exeter bumper in 2017/18 for Jess Westwood. Sole finisher only outing in points (Apr 2019) subsequently, so makes little appeal here.

TFRHIIII BHA-

11 DR JANE (GB) (21) 0

7 10-5

Br B m Dr Massini (IRE) - Danse Slave (FR) O Mr Edwin White B E. W. White

James Best J Robert Walford, Blandford T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not badly bred but offered little on belated hurdle debut at Exeter 3 weeks ago.

TFRHIIII BHA-

12 FS LOLA (GB) (18) 0/U4/-0

6 10-5

Br Ch m Arvico (FR) - Semi Colon (FR) O Martin Hill and Partners B Mr Martin & Mrs Rachel Hill

Brendan Powell J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best in bumpers but showed little starting out for this yard after 16 months off here (16.8f) 18 days ago. Hood added for this switch to hurdling.

TFRHIIII BHA-

13 SINISTRY (GB) (115) 06-0

David Noonan J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held in bumpers, including for new yard at Uttoxeter in July, so makes little appeal now hurdling.

TFRHIIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 7.

Stewards Note: MAJESTIC MERLIN: Following its run on 11/10/2020 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Metier (IRE), 11-2 Gold Link (FR), 13-2 Hatchet Jack (IRE), 8-1 Oneupmanship (IRE), 14-1 Istorius (FR), 16-1 Wavering Down (IRE), 20-1 Majestic Merlin (GB), 25-1 Antidote (IRE), 66-1 Tarrona (GB), 100-1 Sinistry (GB), 150-1 Willies Dream (GB), Dr Jane (GB), 200-1 Fs Lola (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

This could be a good opportunity for useful Flat recruit METIER to make a winning start in this sphere. Oneupmanship and Gold Link have both shown ability in bumpers and require a second look now going hurdling.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.METIER (IRE) 2.ONEUPMANSHIP (IRE) 3.GOLD LINK (FR)

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Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Synergy (FR) O Marilyn and Michael Martin B Wood Hall Stud

FOURTH RACE 2.58

THE DEVON HEAT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

2m 167y

For three yrs old and upwards Total race value £7273 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2873, 2nd £952, 3rd £476, 4th £296, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE ANALYSIS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): C Tizzard (31 wins from 165 runners, 19%) runs RUSSIAN EXILE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Alexandra Dunn (3 wins from 7 runners, 43%) runs PANATOS LONGEST TRAVELLER: JACK VALENTINE trained by Miss V Williams, Hereford, 140 miles.

Br BREEDING O OWNER COLOURS

B BREEDER

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T TRAINER

AGE

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THE RAVEN’S RETURN (GB) (229) 462326- 7 11-12

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Mimis Bonnet (FR) O The Rumble Racing Club B S. D. Hemstock

Daniel Sansom J Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrived in good form, but was let down by his jumping under a change of tactics when last of 6 in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (19.2f, heavy, 2/1) in March. First-time cheekpieces need to sharpen him up. TFRHHHII BHA113

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JACK VALENTINE (IRE) (240) 133221- D

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Mangan Rose (IRE) O Venetia Williams Racehorse Syndicate IV B Mrs Dolores Traynor

7 11-9

Hugh Nugent (3) J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who made it fifth time lucky over timber when winning 12-runner novice hurdle when last seen at Exeter (16.8f, heavy) 8 months ago. Makes handicap debut and there may be more to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

3

BREFFNIBOY (FR) (13) 66-0013 D

6 11-8

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Dawn Cat (USA) O Mr F. A. Clegg B S.C.E.A. Haras de Manneville

Mitchell Bastyan (3) J Johnny Farrelly, Midford T Johnny Farrelly Racing S

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TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when landing a gamble in good style at Exeter (16.8f, good) earlier this month but was unable to follow up at Uttoxeter a week later having looked well-in under a penalty. Not dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA109

4

RUSSIAN EXILE (GB) (246) 60F4-

6 11-5

Br B g Pasternak - Psychosis O Reed, Abrahams & Spershott B The Woodhaven Stud

Harry Kimber (8) J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held sole start in bumpers but showed more than previously over hurdles when fourth of 17 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.3f, soft) 8 months ago. Worth a market check on handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA106

5

NEARLY FAMOUS (GB) (64) 00/0416/-

Br B m Rip Van Winkle (IRE) - Ermena O Brendon Sabin & Partner B Litex Commerce

7 11-1

Shane Quinlan J Grace Harris, Shirenewton T Grace Harris Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of big-field Ballinrobe handicap hurdle for Jessica Harrington in 2018. Not seen out in this sphere for 647 days, but efforts on the Flat this summer suggest that she retains plenty of ability.

TFRHHHII BHA102

6

KERB LINE (IRE) (27) 0663-2

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Native Craft (IRE) O Langley’s B Kenneth Parkhill

7 11-1 Rex Dingle J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well despite not being ideally placed in a modestly-run affair on reappearance at Fontwell earlier this month.

He remains unexposed and looks a leading player here from just a 2lb higher mark.

TFRHHHHH BHA102

7

PANATOS (FR) (246) 000-

5 10-6

Br B g Denon (USA) - Prairie Scilla (GER) O Helium Racing Ltd B Appapays Racing Club

Page Fuller J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Stayer on the Flat who has been soundly beaten in 3 starts over hurdles but should make more of a splash in handicaps. Interesting to see what the market makes of him on return.

TFRHHHII BHA93

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.

Stewards Note: THE RAVEN’S RETURN: Following its run on 14/3/2020 it was reported that the horse tired late-on and stopped quickly.

PANATOS: Following its run on 26/2/2020 it was reported that the horse finished sore on its right hind.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Breffniboy (FR), 3-1 Kerb Line (IRE), 4-1 Jack Valentine (IRE), 7-1 The Raven’s Return (GB), 9-1 Russian Exile (GB), 14-1 Nearly Famous (GB), 33-1 Panatos (FR)

Hard to rule out any of these, but preference is for KERB LINE, who posted a solid runner-up effort on his return at Fontwell earlier this month despite not being ideally placed in a modestly-run affair. He should come on from that and can gain his first victory.

PLAY SMARTER Jack Valentine had a bit in hand when scoring at Exeter in March so is feared most on his handicap bow, ahead of Nearly Famous.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KERB LINE (IRE) 2.JACK VALENTINE (IRE) 3.NEARLY FAMOUS

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FIFTH RACE 3.28

THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

2m 4f 216y

For four yrs old and upwards Total race value £12200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5349, 2nd £1772, 3rd £887, 4th £443, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £7017.84) RACE ANALYSIS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): C Tizzard (31 wins from 165 runners, 19%) runs CARRICK ROADS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (3 wins from 36 runners, 8%) runs DIAMOND FORT LONGEST TRAVELLER: ECEPARTI trained by Miss V Williams, Hereford, 140 miles.

Br BREEDING O OWNER COLOURS

B BREEDER

NO HORSE

1

J JOCKEY

T TRAINER

AGE

MOMELLA (IRE) (341) 3/FP0/P2- C

S SPONSOR

ST-LB

JOCKEY

8 12-0

Br Ch m Sholokhov (IRE) - Missing Link (IRE) O Holt, Clark, Macnabb, Nugent & Robinson B Dr Klaus Schulte

Bryan Carver (5) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice hurdler who stepped up on her chasing debut when runner-up in a novice at Huntingdon 11 months ago. Mark looks potentially lenient if she’s tuned up after long absence.

TFRHHHHI BHA127

2

ECEPARTI (FR) (234) 113203- D

6 11-12

Br B g Enrique - La Pommeraie (FR) O Mrs Sandra Champ B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet & G. Leca

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Generally held his form after a double last November, third at Stratford on his final outing of the campaign.

May do better this term and stable has had a couple of winners recently.

TFRHHHII BHA125

3

NOT A ROLE MODEL (IRE) (21) 4/41P2-5 CD 8 11-11

Br B g Helissio (FR) - Mille Et Une Nuits (FR) O St Mamadasado B Mrs P. M. Grainger

Bryony Frost J Sam Thomas, Cardiff T The Pheasant Inn S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who probably needed the run when only fifth at Ffos Las on return. Tongue tie back on and has won over this C&D in the past.

TFRHHHII BHA124

4

KILLER CLOWN (IRE) (13) 1/2553-U

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Our Soiree (IRE) O Tim Syder B Kevin Cullen

6 11-11

Adam Wedge J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

RACE FIVE

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who improved with each of his 3 starts over hurdles last term and unseated through no fault of his own in a handicap at Uttoxeter on chasing debut. Remains of interest.

TFRHHHHH BHA124

5

DIAMOND FORT (IRE) (281) 255/F33-

Br Ch g Gamut (IRE) - Ellie Forte O Mr D. Shorey B James Hennelly

8 11-10

Liam Harrison (7) J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who offered plenty of encouragement on all 3 chasing outing last term, sticking on well when third at Catterick 9 months ago. Likely to be tuned up for this return.

TFRHHHHI BHA123

6

NIGHT OF SIN (FR) (21) 14/F25-3

Br Gr g Sinndar (IRE) - Natt Musik (FR) O Simon Brown & Ron Watts B S.A. Scuderia Del Bargello

7 11-5 David Noonan J Nick Williams, South Molton T Nick and Jane Williams Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who ran respectably on form when third at Exeter on reappearance but made rather heavy weather of it. Well-handicapped if he can recapture his very best form.

TFRHHHHI BHA118

7

FULL TROTTLE (IRE) (619) 2241/21/- D

Br Ch g Vertical Speed (FR) - Keerou Lady (IRE) O Mr Norman Thomas B J. O’Keeffe

11 11-4

Tom Scudamore J Jennifer Mason, Cirencester T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has met with defeat just twice in 7 hunters, making the most of a good opportunity at Lingfield in January 2019. Not seen since and has changed stables, but his mark is potentially lenient.

TFRHHHII BHA117

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CARRICK ROADS (IRE) (26) 421/65-2

Br Ch g Robin des Champs (FR) - Jay Lo (IRE) O Brocade Racing B Miss Sharon Spillane

6 11-2 Harry Cobden J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler who didn’t take to chasing last season but got back on track to some extent when second in a handicap at Fontwell on return. Needs to build on that.

TFRHHHII BHA115

9

ARIAN (IRE) (237) 45/633F-

8 10-13

Br B m King’s Theatre (IRE) - Brave Betsy (IRE) O Mr Mel Mathias B The Clady Syndicate

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Centre Great Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who showed ability for John Flint in this sphere. Fell with the race at his mercy at Ffos Las 7 months ago and makes plenty of appeal returning for a new stable.

TFRHHHHI BHA112 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 7, 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 9.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 11-2 Momella (IRE), 6-1 Night of Sin (FR), 13-2 Killer Clown (IRE), 7-1 Diamond Fort (IRE), 15-2 Carrick Roads (IRE), 17-2 Arian (IRE), 10-1 Eceparti (FR), Full Trottle (IRE), 12-1 Not A Role Model (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

KILLER CLOWN appeals as the type to make a better chaser and is worth another chance to prove the point having been hampered and unseated in a handicap at Uttoxeter recently. Diamond Fort is another one to consider in a wide-open race, while Arian is worth noting on his first start for Philip Hobbs.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KILLER CLOWN (IRE) 2.DIAMOND FORT (IRE) 3.ARIAN (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 3.58

THE NEWTONABBOTRACE ON TWITTER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

3m 1f 170y

For four yrs old and upwards Total race value £6130 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2278, 2nd £755, 3rd £378, 4th £293, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £2989.08) RACE ANALYSIS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): E Williams (10 wins from 89 runners, 11%) runs BALLYBREEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Williams (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs BALLYBREEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: JAYCOLS STAR & CLONDAW RIGGER trained by Katy Price, Llanigon, 153 miles.

Br BREEDING O OWNER COLOURS

B BREEDER

J JOCKEY

NO HORSE

1

T TRAINER

AGE

CLONDAW RIGGER (IRE) (28) P3P54-2

Br B g Stowaway - Daytona Lily (IRE) O Katy Price Racing Club B Mrs Gillian Browne

S SPONSOR

ST-LB

JOCKEY

8 12-0 Ben Poste J Katy Price, Llanigon T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at up to 25f in 2018 who was more miss than hit during winless 2019/20 season.

Creditable second on return to action at Ffos Las 4 weeks ago though, and not discounted.

TFRHHHHI BHA102

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CROSSLEY TENDER (GB) (13) 20P43-5 D

Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Slow Starter (IRE) O Hawkings Harding Pearson Pyatt Willis B G. Stanners, R. McGee & A. & J. Hamilton

7 11-13

Nick Scholfield J Paul Henderson, Whitsbury T Paul Henderson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful from a 1lb lower mark at Plumpton (25.7f) last winter and arrives here on the back of a good fifth on return at Uttoxeter (3m) 13 days ago. Not discounted.

TFRHHHHI BHA101

3

JURYS OUT (IRE) (227) P512/U3-

Br B g Witness Box (USA) - No Complaints But (IRE) O Venetia Williams Racehorse Syndicate III B James Hannon

7 11-12 Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Soft-ground handicap hurdle winner who was shaping up encouragingly prior to unseating 3 out on chase bow at Hereford last winter. Disappointed back there in March but still early days ahead of return TFRHHHHH BHA100

4

FINDUSATGORCOMBE (GB) (226) 611403- C D 8 11-10

Br B g Tobougg (IRE) - Seemma O Mr Phill Meaden B Mr Phill Meaden

Bryony Frost J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T Gorcombe Extreme Sports S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at up to 3m last year who disappointed on each of his last 2 starts, latterly when well-beaten third at Taunton (26f, soft) in March. Handicapper has relinquished his grip at least TFRHHHII BHA98

5

BALLYBREEN (IRE) (227) 111212-

Br B g Gold Well - Miss Colclough (IRE) O Mr R. E. R. Williams B Mr Roger Symes

7 11-10 Conor Ring (3) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

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TIMEFORM VIEW Different proposition equipped with headgear earlier this year, rattling off a chase hat-trick prior to scoring over hurdles (23.9f) in March. Good second final start but blinkers discarded on return. TFRHHHII BHA98

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MARLEY FIRTH (IRE) (234) 060245-

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Merrill Gaye (IRE) O Surrey Racing & Miss J. Du Plessis B James Nolan

8 11-5 Rex Dingle (3) J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came in a Chepstow novice back in 2017 but slightly more encouraging signs equipped with a visor earlier in the year. Mark is easing all the time but others make more appeal in any case.

TFRHHHII BHA93

7

MR WASHINGTON (IRE) (238) 3/0/35PP-

Br B g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Anna Bird (IRE) O Mrs J. Hitchings B Mr Frank Doyle

7 11-0

Tom Bellamy J Tom Symonds, Hentland T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed modest form over hurdles. Pulled up both starts over fences earlier this year but worth monitoring in the betting on return for new yard.

TFRHHHII BHA88

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JAYCOLS STAR (GB) (16) 6064/6-3

Br Ch g Medicean - A Lulu Ofa Menifee (USA) O Out Of Bounds Racing Club B Kassala Limited

5 10-11 Shane Quinlan (5) J Katy Price, Llanigon T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat/over hurdles who was set a stiff task on belated return/chase debut at Hereford earlier this month, finishing last of 3. This more suitable at least.

TFRHHHII BHA85

9

DONT BE ROBIN (IRE) (234) 244034- D

8 10-5

Br B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Rainbow Times (IRE) David Noonan J O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T B Mrs J. M. R. Lancaster Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form when creditable third at Wincanton in February but failed to back that up at Plumpton the following month. Others make more appeal on return.

TFRHHHII BHA79

10 TOMMY THE RASCAL (GB) (279) 502330- 10 10-3 Br B g Multiplex - Tina Gee O Mr A. White B Stephanie Castell & Alison Smith

Sean Bowen J Sean Curran, Swindon T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last success came in 2016 and he finished a well-beaten eighth at Huntingdon (23.6f) when last seen in January. Since switched yards but others more persuasive.

TFRHHIII BHA77 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 9, 10.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Jurys Out (IRE), 5-1 Clondaw Rigger (IRE), Ballybreen (IRE), 9-1 Crossley Tender (GB), 11-1 Findusatgorcombe (GB), 12-1 Marley Firth (IRE), Mr Washington (IRE), 14-1 Jaycols Star (GB), Dont Be Robin (IRE), 25-1 Tommy The Rascal (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

JURYS OUT was a shade underwhelming over fences at Hereford in March, yet he had been shaping up well prior to unseating late on at that venue the time before. He returns with his yard having made a good start to the campaign and is worth siding with to get back on the up. Crossley Tender and Clondaw Rigger head up the dangers, ahead of Ballybreen.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JURYS OUT (IRE) 2.CROSSLEY TENDER 3.CLONDAW RIGGER (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 4.28

THE LOOKING FORWARD TO EASTER SATURDAY 2021 STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

2m 167y

For four, five and six yrs old Total race value £3500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £1734, 2nd £574, 3rd £287, 4th £144.

(Penalty Value £2274.30) RACE ANALYSIS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): D Pipe (13 wins from 129 runners, 10%) runs GERICAULT ROQUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (3 wins from 23 runners, 13%) runs GERICAULT ROQUE LONGEST TRAVELLER: NOAHTHIRTYTWORED trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 135 miles.

Br BREEDING O OWNER COLOURS

B BREEDER

J JOCKEY

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1

T TRAINER

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BUCKO’S BOY (GB) (19) 24-1

Br B g Midnight Legend - Buxom (IRE) O Mr A. J. & Mrs J. Ward B A. J. & Mrs J. Ward

S SPONSOR

ST-LB

JOCKEY

5 11-5 Page Fuller J Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T Betvictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a reasonable pedigree and well-prepared following 14 months off when landing 8-runner bumper at Hexham 3 weeks ago. Was well on top that day, so he can be a factor under a penalty.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

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DANNY PARK (IRE) (-)

4 10-12

Br B g Ocovango - Kilbarry Flame (IRE) O Sherborne Utilities Ltd B Con O’Keeffe

Harry Cobden J Nick Mitchell, Sherborne T Sherborne Utilities Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW €10,500 3-y-o, Ocovango gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stays 3m) Aye Right.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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FANFAN LA COLMINE (FR) (21) 3/5-0

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Union Leto (FR) O Mr P. R. Carter B H. Rousseau, S. Tonero & V. D. Dezellus

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David Noonan J Chris Down, Cullompton T Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORM VIEW Presumably had his share of issues and little in the way of solid form in 3 outings spread out over nearly 2 years. Hood fitted.

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GERICAULT ROQUE (FR) (263) 4-

4 10-12

Br B g Montmartre (FR) - Nijinska Delaroque (FR) O Prof. Caroline Tisdall and Bryan Drew B Mme Genevieve Mongin

Tom Scudamore J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW €35,000 3-y-o, Montmartre gelding. Half-brother to fair chaser Balou de La Roque. Dam 17f chase winner.

Noteworthy newcomer. Wears a hood.

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GRANDEUR D’AME (FR) (-)

4 10-12

Br B g Desir d’Un Soir (FR) - Sourya d’Airy (FR) Daryl Jacob J O Kate & Andrew Brooks Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T B Mr Georges Lacombe Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Desir d’Un Soir gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Dominateur. Dam unraced out of 19f-21f French chase winner Carali d’Airy.

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HARTNOLL HERO (IRE) (-)

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Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Skyra (IRE) O Mrs.S.De Wilde,Mr.B.Dallyn,Mrs.C.Carter B Charel Park Stud

4 10-12 James Best J Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple T Hartnoll Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sageburg gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner Merchant House. Dam unraced half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 19f) Bambi de L’Orme.

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NOAHTHIRTYTWORED (IRE) (-)

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Royale Video (FR) O Mr O. S. Harris B Cyril O’Hara

4 10-12 Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 3-y-o, Court Cave gelding. Half-brother to smart hurdler/useful chaser Campeador.

Dam lightly raced over hurdles. Of obvious interest on debut.

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PICKAPOCKETORTWO (GB) (-)

Br B g Alqaahir (USA) - Bantrix O Mr J. D. Frost B Miss M. Sherrington

5 10-12 Bryony Frost J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORM VIEW Alqaahir gelding. Dam unraced.

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LITTLE PEACHEY (IRE) (-)

4 10-5

Br B f September Storm (GER) - Mrs Peachey (IRE) O The Boom Syndicate

Harry Kimber (7) J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

B Mrs Gail Kidd

TIMEFORM VIEW September Storm filly. Dam 2 1/2m-21f hurdle/chase winner (stayed 3m).

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DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn first time by No. 3, 4.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Bucko’s Boy (GB), 4-1 Gericault Roque (FR), 11-2 Grandeur d’Ame (FR), 9-1 Noahthirtytwored (IRE), 10-1 Hartnoll Hero (IRE), 11-1 Danny Park (IRE), 22-1 Fanfan La Colmine (FR), Pickapocketortwo (GB), 33-1 Little Peachey (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BUCKO’S BOY was nicely on top when making a successful reappearance at Hexham 3 weeks ago, and on that evidence, is capable of defying a penalty. Gericault Roque and Grandeur d’Ame are perhaps the pick of the newcomers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BUCKO’S BOY 2.GERICAULT ROQUE (FR) 3.GRANDEUR D’AME (FR)

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.28 - THE WEATHERBYS STALLION BOOK MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, October 23rd, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 27th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. WEATHERBYS is kindly supporting this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 12 entries.

- Closed October 23rd, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.58 - THE newtonabbotracing.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4028 to the winning horse The second to receive £1182, the third £591, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, October 23rd, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

October 27th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Newton Abbot Races are kindly supporting this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the lad or girl responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered.

25 entries. - Closed October 23rd, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3071; Second £1017; Third £509; Fourth £298; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4028.76) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.28 - THE WEATHERBYS E-PASSPORT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553 and the fourth £276. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three hurdle races. Free Entry by noon, October 23rd, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 27th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, for each hurdle race won 6lb. WEATHERBYS RACING BANK are kindly supporting this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

In addition, they will provide a £500 cash bonus to the winning owner if they hold a Racing Plus account with Weatherbys.

SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 37 entries. - Closed October 23rd, 2020.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £238. (Penalty Value £3768.84) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.58 - THE DEVON HEAT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, October 23rd, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

October 27th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 26th, 2020, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. Chris Coward will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 19 entries. - Closed October 23rd, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280.

(Penalty Value £3768.84) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.28 - THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7017 to the winning horse The second to receive £2060, the third £1030, the fourth £515, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, October 23rd, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

October 27th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WEATHERBYS RACING BANK have kindly contributed towards the prize money. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize will be awarded to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, they will provide a £500 cash bonus to the winning owner if they hold a Racing Plus account with Weatherbys. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £800 towards the prize money for this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 15 entries. - Closed October 23rd, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5349; Second £1772; Third £887; Fourth £443; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £7017.84) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.58 - THE NEWTONABBOTRACE ON TWITTER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2989 to the winning horse The second to receive £877, the third £438, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Free Entry by noon, October 23rd, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

October 27th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Newton Abbot Races has kindly supporting the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 21 entries. - Closed October 23rd, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2278; Second £755; Third £378; Fourth £293; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £2989.08) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.28 - THE LOOKING FORWARD TO EASTER SATURDAY 2021 STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2274 to the winning horse The second to receive £667, the third £333 and the fourth £166. for four, five and six 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. Free Entry by noon, October 23rd, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 27th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 14lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. WEATHERBYS RACING BANK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 26 entries. - Closed October 23rd, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1734; Second £574; Third £287; Fourth £144. (Penalty Value £2274.30) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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