Race preview from Weatherbys
Two of this afternoon’s six races are sponsored by Weatherbys, starting withthesecondraceonthecard,the Weatherbys Racing Bank Novices’ HandicapHurdle.
Just the four go to post for this class 5 event, in which the Paul Nichollstrained KeelStrand bids to complete a quickfire Newton Abbot hat-trick. Onthebackofwindsurgery,hewona novicehurdleatthistrackon4thJune and then coped with the longer trip when successful on handicap debut just20dayslater.
Keel Strand bids to complete a quickfire Newton Abbot hat-trick
He is eligible to run here due to his revised mark not yet having come intoforce,butmustcarryabigweight (12-6) with Jay Tidball taking off a handy 5lb. The young rider rode Byzantium to win here recently and has actually ridden four winners from just 13 rides (31% strike-rate) at the track.Althoughhecomesbackintrip, Keel Strand sets the standard and is clearlyinfineformatpresent.
Oftheopposition,Stinginhisstepalso arrivesonthebackofhavingrecorded a course victory, Sue Gardener’s sixyear-oldawinnerbackinMay.Up8lb for that win, the longer trip shouldn’t be a problem and the Scorpion geldingreceivesplentyofweightfrom KeelStrand.
OvalStreethas12lengthstofindwith Keel Strand from their meeting early lastmonthbutdoeshaveahugepull at the weights, whilst Impecunious completes the field for trainer Chris Down.
The penultimate contest – the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Handicap Hurdle – sees five take their chance, with Paul Nicholls again responsible for the top-weight, Seeyouinmydreams. She looked a high-class prospect when winning a Newbury bumper back in March 2023 and although she,perhaps,didn’treachtheheights onceexpected,hasgotbackontrack somewhatinrecentmonths.Awinner at Exeter in early-April, she won a matchracehereinmid-Juneandhas goneup3lbasaresult.
Get The Value had beaten the aforementioned Stinginhisstep here on his penultimate start, so his form mighthavetakenatimelyboostprerace, whilst Max Of Stars is another mare who arrives here in form. A winner at Southwell last month, she was slightly hampered on the run-in whenrunner-upatMarketRasenand ought to appreciate the prevailing conditions.
David Pipe’s Old Bridge and the veteran former chaser War Lord complete the line up. The latter continues to drop in the weights but hasn’twonsinceJanuary2022
THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK
HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £7500
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £3029, 2ND £1514, 3RD £758, 4TH £379. (PENALTY VALUE £3960.75)
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (56 wins from 187 runners, 30%) runs KEEL STRAND
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (2 wins from 3 runners, 67%) runs KEEL STRAND
Longest Traveller: IMPECUNIOUS trained by C Down, Cullompton, 103 miles.
1 KEEL STRAND (FR) (10) 2045-11 CD 5 (in 7lb ex) 12-6
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Avoca Dancer (IRE) Jay Tidball (5) J
O Mr P. J. Vogt Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Haras Le Gue Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved for wind surgery and the addition of a tongue tie, winning a novice and handicap here last month. A 7lb penalty seems unlikely to prevent him making a bold bid for the hat-trick
2 IMPECUNIOUS (IRE) (34) 50013-4
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancytail (IRE)
6 12-0
Bryan Carver J
O Mrs S. M. Trump Chris Down, Cullompton T
B Mrs Christine Wilson Woodwarm Stoves S
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky sort who landed a gamble at Chepstow (19.5f) in April and has recorded creditable in-frame efforts on his 2 outings since. No reason why he won’t give his running again. TFRHHHHI BHA104
3 STINGINHISSTEP (GB) (37) 0660-21 C
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Model Girl
O Mr A Leach and Mr D V Gardner
6 10-10
Sean Houlihan J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Wood Farm Stud Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort but going the right way in handicaps at this venue, making all
ago On a mark he can still be very competitive from but stamina isn’t assured now stepping up in trip
4 OVAL STREET (IRE) (30) 3600-43
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Day’s Over
O Mr M. Hoskins
B P. J. Reynolds
9 10-2
Brendan Powell J
Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner who remains winless following 13 attempts under Rules, finishing 12
month. Meets that rival on much more favourable terms now back in a handicap but the wait for a first victory under Rules may go
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.
2024: no 4 ran
Probable S.P.’s: 5-4 Keel Strand (FR), 5-2 Stinginhisstep (GB), 11-2 Impecunious (IRE), 6-1 Oval Street (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
KEEL STRAND is thriving for his top yard now and can make light of a penalty and complete a course hat-trick Impecunious has had a good spell lately and can chase the selection home.
THE SOUTH WEST RAIL SOLUTIONS LTD MARES’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES TOTAL PRIZE FUND £9000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £3635, 2ND £1817, 3RD £909, 4TH £455, 5TH £227. (PENALTY VALUE £4752.90) WEIGHTS RAISED 2LBS AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (56 wins from 187 runners, 30%) runs DANCINGONTHEEDGE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): James Owen (9 wins from 52 runners, 17%) runs OUR PINK LADY
Longest Traveller: OUR PINK LADY trained by James Owen, Newmarket, 248 miles.
Br B m Kapgarde (FR) - Solarize (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Old Gold Racing 4 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW Smooth-travellingtypewhomatchedthepickofherhurdlesformwhenapromisingthirdonchasedebutherelastautumn.Folded quite tamely in a 3 1/4m chase here 7 weeks ago but won this last year and might pack more punch at the finish now.
2 OUR PINK LADY (IRE) (25) 53224-2
7 11-7
Br B or Br m Westerner - Littlegrace Lady (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr Neil Berry & Mr Alan Herbert James Owen, Newmarket T
B Marian Slattery & John O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at Southwell in Spring 2024 and plenty of creditable efforts in defeat since, including second of 12 back at Southwell (20.5f) last month. TFRHHHII BHA91
3 KLERVIA (FR) (27) 0/PP-323 5 11-6
Br B m Kamsin (GER) - Cavadee (FR)
O Mr Roger Frank Barbery
Tom Broughton (5) J
Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
B Jean- Bernard Chapalain Et al Nancekuke Lettings S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in novice hurdles around 2m on good ground in May (including here) but finished a remote third when stepped up to 2 1/2m for Worcester handicap debut on a soft 4 weeks ago The return to a likely quicker surface here may help TFRHHHII BHA90
4 HURST HILL (IRE) (21) U35-003
Br B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Nicat’s Benefit (IRE)
6 11-0
Daniel Sansom (3) J
O Mr J. H. Young Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Thomas Keating We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-form third in a 26.5f course handicap 3 weeks ago Just as effective over shorter and place claims if she can back that up TFRHHHII BHA84
5 MISS POPALONG (GB) (43) PF/343-2
Br B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Popaway
6 10-10
Micheal Nolan J
O Top of the Pops Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Pauline Harkin Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort in handicaps when length second of 7 over 3m at Ffos Las 6 weeks ago, pulling clear of the rest behind a gambled-on winner Unlikely to be far away if showing up in similar form. TFRHHHHI BHA80
6 KENMYA (FR) (48) 05606-2
5 10-10
Br B m Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Wataany (FR) Harry Skelton J
O Old Gold Racing 21 Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Teddy Poirier, Bruno-Roland Poirier & La Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on Flat in France/Spain (stays 1 1/4m). Yet to better modest form over hurdles but latest near miss over 19.5f at Bangor suggests she has a race in her from her lowly mark TFRHHHHH BHA80
7 LUNA RUN (IRE) (54) 43441-U
6 10-9
Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Boherna Lady (IRE) Isabel Williams J
O Mr S. Moloney Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mr S. Moloney
TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to cheekpieces (retained) when getting off the mark in a small field atTaunton (3m) in March. Let down by her jumping at Ludlow since. TFRHHHII BHA79
8 ORGANIC (IRE) (24) 05650-5
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Duchy
4 10-5
Conor O’Farrell J
O Mr J. Winfield Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Rob Tierney & GHS Bloodstock Green Man S
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner up to 1 1/4m on Flat for George Boughey in 2024. Some promise in qualifying hurdle runs but made a very low-key start in handicaps this spring and also well beaten back on the Flat at Salisbury last month. TFRHHIII BHA80
9 PRETTY
PUNCTUAL
(GB) (97) 6000-
5 10-2
Br Ch m Jack Hobbs - Pretty Neat (IRE) Liam Harrison J
O The One Eyed Squirrel Syndicate Max Comley, Naunton T
B Charles Wilson
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held in bumper/hurdles More chance now handicapping but still very hard to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA59
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: DIV I DANCINGONTHEEDGE (FR) 7 11 0 Harry Cobden 11-4 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran DIV II ONLY FOOLS 5 11 2 Jack Tudor 7-2 (D Pipe) 9 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 8.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Kenmya (FR), 9-2 Dancingontheedge (FR), Miss Popalong (GB), 11-2 Luna Run (IRE), 7-1 Our Pink Lady (IRE), 14-1 Hurst Hill (IRE), 16-1 Klervia (FR), 33-1 Pretty Punctual (GB), 40-1 Organic (IRE)
KENMYA’s latest Bangor effort suggests it’s only a matter of time before she’s winning for Dan Skelton. Miss Popalong took a step forward when runner-up at Ffos Las 6 weeks ago and may provide the main threat ahead of the Nicholls runner and last year’s winner Dancingontheedge
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THE HELEN HAMBLY HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £11000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £4443, 2ND £2221, 3RD £1111, 4TH £556, 5TH £277. (PENALTY VALUE £5809.10) WEIGHTS RAISED 4LBS AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): Alexandra Dunn (5 wins from 70 runners, 7%) runs NEVENDON
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Greatrex (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs SHILLANAVOGY
Weightwatcher: FEEL THE PINCH won off a handicap mark of 117, his rating is now down 14lb to 103. Longest Traveller: IN THE AIR trained by A Ralph, Bridgnorth, 180 miles.
1 INTHE AIR (FR) (5) 16266-5 D
Br B g Coastal Path - Sably (FR) Ciaran Gethings J
O Mr Bill Hawkins Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T
B Mr Charles Magnien Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Capable sort on his day and stepped up on yard debut 4 months on when fifth at Uttoxeter 5 days ago Bit to prove back in this sphere, though. Headgear back on. TFRHHHII
2 CHILINLIKEAVILLAIN
(IRE) (41) 1PFPP-2 8 11-8
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Witneses Daughter (IRE) Mr Harvey Barfoot-Saunt (7) J
O A Good Days Racing Tracey Barfoot-Saunt, Wotton-under-Edge T
B J. Lavan & G. Phelan
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner for Dan Skelton in 2022. Successful in a point in January but no show in 2 hunter chases both starts for Bowen stable TFRHHIII BHA110
3 SHILLANAVOGY (IRE)
(37) P1432-1
7 11-6
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Azamour (IRE) James Bowen J
O Both Ways Partnership Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Edmond & Mark Coleman 1Account Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to fences last term and resumed winning ways back from a break at Cartmel 5 weeks ago, looking suited by the drop back in trip Can defy 6lb rise TFRHHHHH BHA108
4 FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (10) 46F40-1 C D 11 11-1
Br B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose
O B Jones & Son
B C. F. C. Jackson
Charlie Price (3) J
Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon T
B Jones & Sons Tar Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of form when last seen over fences but scored over hurdles here off this mark 10 days ago after 5 months off Not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA103 (+1)
5 NEVENDON (GB) (48) P2123-5 D 8 10-13
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Unex Mona Lisa
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd
Adam Wedge J
Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T
Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over fences at Southwell in October but a below par last 2 starts in this sphere, including at Bangor 6 weeks ago when fit from the Flat Headgear on first time TFRHHHII BHA101
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
2024: MAGISTRATO (FR) 6 11 7 Chris Ward 11-4 (Deborah Cole) 6 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2.
Probable S.P.’s: 4-5 Shillanavogy (IRE), 3-1 Feel The Pinch (GB), 9-1 Nevendon (GB), 12-1 In The Air (FR), 22-1 Chilinlikeavillain (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
SHILLANAVOGY looked better than ever when resuming winning ways at Cartmel 5 weeks ago and this looks another good opportunity. Feel The Pinch scored over hurdles off this mark here on his return 10 days ago and is the obvious threat.
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PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £218,661 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd June to 14th September 2025.
HORSE WELFARE AT NEWTON ABBOT
At all race meetings held at Newton Abbot Racecourse there are three specially qualified Veterinary surgeons appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. One vet will attend the start and follow the race in his/her vehicle and attend fallen, lame or pulled up horses. Another vet will observe the finishing straight from the small stand beside the last fence in the final straight. They will immediately attend fallen or lame horses at this last fence or flight of hurdles.
In the event of two vets being occupied treating an emergency case, the SVS will follow horses. Whenever possible, one of the Veterinary Surgeons should be present in the Unsaddling Enclosure after each race.
USE OF SCREENS
It is now standard practise for screens to be erected around any horses when receiving veterinary attention. This does not reflect the severity of any injury, but allows the vet some privacy and the horse a calm environment in which to make a recovery.
Please do not therefore assume the worst if you see the screen erected around a fallen horse.
If directed, they may be required to attend other incidents in the final straight. The third vet will be available to complete the treatment of urgent cases within the stable yard. This third vet will, if not otherwise occupied, observe the race from the bank at the outside of the track by the ‘in-line’ steward’s box and be available to attend horses finishing the race. www.newtonabbotracing.com
THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £15000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £6059, 2ND £3029, 3RD £1515, 4TH £758, 5TH £378. (PENALTY VALUE £7921.50) WEIGHTS RAISED 3LBS AND PARAGRAPH 34 OF THE WEIGHTS AND HANDICAPPING CODE COMPLIED WITH WHERE APPLICABLE
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (56 wins from 187 runners, 30%) runs SEEYOUINMYDREAMS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (2 wins from 3 runners, 67%) runs SEEYOUINMYDREAMS
Longest Traveller: MAX OF STARS trained by O Pears, Malton, 333 miles.
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Sierra (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Mason, Hogarth, Ferguson, Done, McGoff Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Dr Bryan Mayoh Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who added a fourth success to her hurdles tally when making the most of a simple opportunity with her only rival below par in handicap at this course (18.5f) 3 weeks ago. Should remain competitive. TFRHHHHI
2 WAR LORD (GER) (30) U4324-P C 10 11-12
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Westalin (GER) Brendan Powell J
O The Wychwood Partnership Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Gestut Etzean Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty one runs since last win in 2022 and was found to have an irregular heartbeat when pulled up in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good, 12/1) 30 days ago Well treated on old form but risky proposition. TFRHHHII BHA121
3 MAX OF STARS (FR) (21) 4664-12
5 11-6
Br B m Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Mooizo (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mrs S D Pearson & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Mr Jan Reus Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Tookverywelltohurdlingin2023/24winning4times HadbeeninthedoldrumsbutrancreditablyontheFlatpriortojustifyingsupportbackover hurdles when making all in 7-runner handicap at Southwell in June. Ran at least as well in defeat under a penalty at Market Rasen since. TFRHHHHI BHA115
4 GETTHE VALUE (IRE) (30) 2PP1-12 C BF
7 11-0
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Valsugana (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn T
B A. P. Heskin Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bettered previous hurdling efforts when off the mark at Stratford (16.3f) in March. Followed up over 18.5f at this venue next time prior to finding only a fellow hat-trick seeker too good over C&D last time Sure to go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA109
5 OLD BRIDGE (FR) (22)
023-206
Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Aki Anyasova (FR)
4 10-9
Jack Tudor J
O South West Rail Solutions Limited David Pipe, Wellington T
B Mrs P. Lafitte & Mr A. Edwards W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irishhurdler whomadea promising start forcurrent yardwhen runner-upin2mBangor maiden.Disappointingwith thehoodleftoffat Stratford but wasted no time getting back on track with headgear refitted when sixth of 11 atWorcester 22 days ago Opening mark could have been kinder TFRHHHII BHA108
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: FEEL THE PINCH 10 11 4 Charlie Price 5-1 (Robbie Llewellyn) 7 ran Hood worn by No 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
Stewards Note:
WAR LORD: Following its run on 4/6/2025 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat.
Probable S.P.’s: 13-8 Seeyouinmydreams (GB), 3-1 Max of Stars (FR), 7-2 Get The Value (IRE), 9-1 Old Bridge (FR), 10-1 War Lord (GER)
GET THE VALUE was denied a hat-trick only by a rival completing one of his own over C&D last time, so he’s fancied to resume winning ways. Max of Stars and Seeyouinmydreams are obvious threats
THE SOUTH WEST RAIL SOLUTIONS LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS TOTAL PRIZE FUND £10000
OWNERS PRIZE MONEY. 1ST £4039, 2ND £2019, 3RD £1010, 4TH £505, 5TH £252. (PENALTY VALUE £5281)
RACE ANALYSIS
Leading course trainer (20-25): E Williams (19 wins from 119 runners, 16%) runs BACKINACTION
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Harris (2 wins from 20 runners, 10%) runs MY GIRL KATIE
Weightwatcher: JONY MAX won off a handicap mark of 112, his rating is now down 16lb to 96.
Longest Traveller: MEGASCOPE trained by Mrs S W Lewis, Brecon, 149 miles.
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Blossom Trix (IRE)
Kevin Brogan J
O Trixothetrade Partnership Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B The Beeches Stud Ltd Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Responded well to this headgear when landing 4-runner handicap chase at Taunton and quickly back to form when third at Fontwell Claims with a repeat.
2 JONY MAX (IRE) (194) 02123P- CD 10 11-13
Br B g Mahler - Supreme Sunday (IRE)
Tom Broughton (5) J
O StQuintonMauleIntPlyw’dS-Daniel Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B John and Miriam Murphy Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of reduced mark atWarwick in November and backed it up with a couple of solid efforts Found his run of good form coming to a halt at Fakenham over Christmas and market should reveal expectations on first run since TFRHHHHI BHA96
3 JIMMYJEROO (GB) (22) P61-234
7 11-9
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Danarama Brendan Powell J
O J & A Young (Racing) Limited
Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T
B Mr & Mrs J. Young Jayplas S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Hereford (20.9f) in April and backed that up with good second at Fontwell However, form has nosedived next 2 starts and must bounce back TFRHHHII BHA92
4 BACKINACTION (IRE) (30) 45PU0-2 7 11-8
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Kate Kaprice (IRE) Adam Wedge J
O Mr W. Clifford Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mr W. T. Murphy Byerley Stud (Courtlands) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who got back on track after 9 months off when second over C&D last month and now of interest all of a sudden. TFRHHHHH BHA91
5 UNSPEAKABLE (IRE) (29) 3241-35 BF
7 11-1
Br Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Croise Naofa (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O The Unspeakable Twelve Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Jack O’Dwyer Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the most of a good opportunity when ending losing run at Taunton in April. Not given a hard time once the eventual winner had flown over C&D next time but needs to shrug off a below par run at Ffos Las. TFRHHHHI BHA84
6 MEGASCOPE (GB) (16) 00//-660
8 10-11
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Megan Mint Sean Houlihan J
O Miss Hannah James Sheila Lewis, Brecon T
B Miss Hannah James Hannah James S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/maiden hurdle back in spring 2023 and well held all 3 starts this year, including chase debut. TFRHIIII BHA80
7 MY GIRL KATIE (IRE) (14) 500-114 BF
8 10-4
Br B m Ocovango - Kings Sister (IRE) Conor Ring J
O Price & Mathias Partners Grace Harris, Shirenewton T
B Thomas Mulhern
TIMEFORMVIEW Long-standing maiden under Rules but did get her head in front in 2 points in May.Well backed on Rules return at Market Rasen 2 weeks ago but disappointed. Back over fences now. TFRHHHHI BHA73
8 JANESLITTLEVOICE (GB) (10) 1/P2-6PP CD 11 10-3
Br Ch m Jelani (IRE) - Janes Allweather
James Davies J
O Miss Jane Nicholls Ella Pickard, Taunton T
B Miss J. Nicholls
TIMEFORM VIEW Took really well to fences in 2023, bagging pair of handicaps at around 3 1/4m. Performed with credit when runner-up over this C&D on second run following a lengthy absence in April but little to shout about since. TFRHHIII BHA72 (-1)
9 TESTFLIGHT (GB) (10) P3-U132
Br B g Kayf Tara - Molly Flight (FR)
O Mr D. V. Gardner
B Overbury Stallions Ltd
8 10-2
Tabitha Worsley (3) J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner 0-20 under Rules but back to form when runner-up over C&D 10 days ago 4lb out of the handicap. TFRHHHII BHA67 (+1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2024: HOLD YOUR FORT (IRE) 8 10 11 James Best 4-5 (Debra Hamer) 10 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Stewards Note:
JONY MAX: Following its run on 22/12/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Backinaction (IRE), 11-2 Jimmyjeroo (GB), 6-1 My Girl Katie (IRE), Testflight (GB), 8-1 Anytrixwilldo (IRE), Unspeakable (IRE), 17-2 Jony Max (IRE), 22-1 Janeslittlevoice (GB), 100-1 Megascope (GB)
BACKINACTION is of interest now after his back-to-form second over this C&D last month. Anytrixwilldo has responded well to headgear and is next best ahead of My Girl Katie, who is potentially well treated back chasing
