Perth Racecard - 23-09-2020

2020 Finale Day 1

Wednesday 23rd September 2020 Official Racecard & Form Guide

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FACTS AND STATISTICS OF A RACEHORSE AND JOCKEY SILKS The silks that jockey wears belong to the racehorse owner rather than the jockey. Each set is uniquely designed. Such is the demand for famous colours, they can sell for £10K plus.

RACING SADDLE Can weigh between 5lb and 14lb.

JOCKEY’S BOOTS

STRIDE LENGTH

synthetic and can

The average stride

weigh as little

length of a racehorse

as 300g.

They are mostly

is 20ft.

STRIDE FREQUENCY Between 120 and 130 strides per minute.

Average speed 25mph.

KEY MUSCLES The speed and propulsion comes from the hindquarters, namely from the gluteal muscles which extend up the hip, and the hamstring group which extend the stifle and hock joints.

The horse below is Nigel Twiston-Davies’ FLYING ANGEL who got off the mark at the first time of asking over fences, when winning here in September 2016.

He subsequently followed up in the Grade 2 Kingmaker Novices’ Chase at Warwick and he recorded a first Grade 1 success when he landed the Manifesto Novices’ Chase at Aintree.

JOCKEY’S HEIGHT

The horse’s lungs breathe in

The average Jump jockey

and out 140 times per minute

is below 6ft and

delivering 150 litres of air per

weighs between

second. At 10,000 litres per

9st and 10st.

race, that is what a human

BREATHING

breathes in a day.

HEART CAPACITY Up to 240 beats per minute moving 60 pints of blood during a race. A racehorse’s

HORSES WEIGHT

heart weighs the equivalent

A horse’s average weight

(around 4kg).

of 4 bags of sugar

is 500kg. They can lose around 5% (25kg) in a single race.

FUEL CONSUMPTION A horse uses 35,000 calories per day. A human adult male is advised to eat just 2,500!

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD 6

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3 DERRINTOGHER BLISS (IRE) (54) 13-3230

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11-12

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - His Fair Lady (IRE) 12 Tom Bellamy J 5 O The Irrational Group 13 Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T 4 B James Casey 15 14 Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed plenty to work on in a couple of maiden hurdles this autumn at up to 20.5 fell short pitched into a warm race on handicap debut, and cheekpieces now tried.

TFRHHHII BHA11 3

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Form

2.

BHA Rating

C = Has won at this course

3.

Timeform View & TFR Rating

D = Has won over this distance

4.

Horses Trainer & Their Location

CD = Has won over this distance at

5.

Jockey

this course

6.

Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey

BF = Was a beaten favourite

7.

Saddlecloth number

- = New racing season

8.

Horse’s name

/ = Missed racing season

9.

Days since the horse last run

P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish

10. Horse’s age

the race

11.

F = Horse fell

12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)

U = Rider unseated R = Horse refused to race

Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)

13. Horse’s owner

CO = The horse was forced out of

14. Horse’s breeder

a race by a loose horse

15. Horse’s sponsor

B = Horse was brought down

16. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

S = Horse slipped r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race d = Disqualified Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

FIRST RACE 1.55 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)

THE HASTE YE BACK DEREK HALLEY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £5844 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2130, 2nd £706, 3rd £353, 4th £292, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £2794.14)

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs MAGNUM and MANNOCHMORE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (3 wins from 32 runners, 9%) runs SARVI Longest Traveller: BITOFBLINDING trained by H Chisman, Stow-on-the-Wold, 393 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

colours no horse

1 MAGNUM (DEN) (24) 2-06

1

S Sponsor age st-lb

5 12-0

Br Ch g Appel Au Maitre (FR) - Embattle (FR) Patrick Wadge (10) J O Mr Peter J. S. Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Stutteri Hjortebo Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on the Flat in Scandinavia (stays 1 1/2m). Not built on a promising start over hurdles for new yard in 2 subsequent runs but could do better now handicapping stepped up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA102

2 MANNOCHMORE (43) 06050-3 Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Loch Dhu (IRE) O Distillery Racing Club

5 12-0 Stephen Mulqueen (3) J Lucinda Russell, Kinross T Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

B Distillery Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Looks a tricky ride but ran well on return in C&D novice last month, no match for impressive winner but the only one to get involved from the second half of the field. Mark probably still high enough. TFRHHHII BHA102

3 SARVI (6) 2360/26-

5 11-12

Br Br m Intello (GER) - Crystal Swan (IRE) Grant Cockburn (3) J O Johnnie Delta Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar Jim Goldie Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler. Been kept busy on the level this summer and her mark has dipped again ahead of return to this game.

TFRHHHII BHA100

4 TITUS BOLT (IRE) (64) 1/3224-5 CD

11 11-10

Br B g Titus Livius (FR) - Megan’s Bay Conor O’Farrell J O Mr Ian G. M. Dalgleish Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Patrick Brady Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who finished weakly on return here in July but should have come on for that at least and wouldn’t discount in a modest affair.

TFRHHHII BHA98

5 NOT THE CHABLIS (IRE) (250) 40/P41P- D

6 11-8

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - De Street (IRE) Lucy Alexander J O Turcan, Dunning, Price, Stewart, Burnham N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B R. J. Whitford Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Very much all or nothing but he made all in good style at Musselburgh (19.8f) on New Year’s Day. Taken on for the lead back there a fortnight later and not seen since.

TFRHHHII BHA96

6 GREEN ZONE (IRE) (325) 334260- CD

9 11-7

Br B g Bushranger (IRE) - Incense Danny McMenamin (3) J O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T B Incense Partnership Atlas Concrete Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Six-time course winner who ran a few good races at the track again after latest success last season. H as been given a chance in the weights ahead of this first start for 10 months and one to consider.

TFRHHHHI BHA95

7 CONDARCIA (IRE) (50) 6/0200-3

7 11-6

Br B m Presenting - Edermine Blossom (IRE) Mr Lyall Hodgins (7) J O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1 Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Ms S. McDonnell MS SOCIETY SCOTLAND, BORDERS BRANCH, Adam Purves Mitsubishi, Equine Products UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well for this rider at Sedgefield last season and she made a pleasing return at Southwell over this trip 7 weeks ago. Could be worth chancing to break her duck.

TFRHHHHH BHA94

8 ROBIN GOLD (IRE) (66) 0F00-00 D

7 11-6

Br B m Gold Well - One Song (IRE) Harry Skelton J O Rio Gold Racing Club Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mary F. Fogarty Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winning hurdler in Ireland but it has been a struggle for her for new yard, well held twice again this summer. Reportedly made a noise last time and the tongue strap now goes on. TFRHHHII BHA94 8

9 WHOA BLACK BETTY (IRE) (24) 65630-0

5 11-3

Br Br m Jeremy (USA) - Strong Lady (IRE) Henry Brooke J O Jackie Stephen Racing Club Jackie Stephen, Inverurie T B Gerard Cosgrave Rapid Project Developments Ltd. S TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown a bit in bumpers/over hurdles and should have come on for last month’s return here, though her mark still looks stiff enough.

TFRHHHII BHA91

10 FIRST MAN (IRE) (26) 0-60P12

5 11-1

Br B g Lilbourne Lad (IRE) - Dos Lunas (IRE) Paddy Brennan J O The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club Oliver Greenall, Malpas T B Michael Fennessy Swansway, The Jockey Club S TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin victor with visor fitted at Stratford (18.7f) last month and ran well behind thrown-in winner at Fontwell next time. Plenty higher in the weights now but this is a rather thin race. TFRHHHII BHA89

11 THE LINCOLN LAWYER (26) P4/400-5

5 10-13

Br B g Lawman (FR) - Adventure Seeker (FR) Kielan Woods J O The Brothers Grimm L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T B Dayton Investments Ltd Postpack Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who hit reverse for Charlie Mann/Tom Lacey and was again well held tried in cheekpieces for another new yard after a year off at Fontwell behind First Man. Plenty to prove.

TFRHHIII BHA87

12 WISE COCO (24) 5364-23 C

7 10-10

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Sensible Callum Bewley J O Mclafferty & Pacheco Alistair Whillans, Hawick T B P. D. Rogers Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S TIMEFORM VIEW Landed gamble in 2m handicap hurdle here a year ago and good efforts off this mark the last twice. Longer trip a negative now.

TFRHHHII BHA84

13 BITOFBLINDING (IRE) (22) PP3U-60

6 10-6

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Melodique Mr Tommie M. O’Brien (3) J O Mr L. Gill Harry Chisman, Stow-on-the-Wold T B Mrs Helen Power Wall TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers. No solid form over hurdles, well beaten on recent handicap debut at Newton Abbot.

TFRHIIII BHA80 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2019: HOLY MOTIVATION (IRE) 6 11 11 Richard Johnson 7-2 (Gordon Elliott) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 4.

Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 11, 12.

Stewards Note: NOT THE CHABLIS: Following its run on 17/1/2020 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 First Man (IRE), 13-2 Titus Bolt (IRE), 17-2 Condarcia (IRE), 9-1 Magnum (DEN), 11-1 Sarvi, 12-1 Green Zone (IRE), Robin Gold (IRE), 14-1 Mannochmore, Not The Chablis (IRE), 20-1 Wise Coco, 22-1 The Lincoln Lawyer, 25-1 Whoa Black Betty (IRE), 100-1 Bitofblinding (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CONDARCIA made a pleasing comeback at Southwell 7 weeks ago and is chanced to open her account here having gone well under her young conditional previously.

Green Zone, seeking a seventh Perth win, and Titus Bolt, are a couple of the other likely contenders.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CONDARCIA (IRE) 2.GREEN ZONE (IRE) 3.TITUS BOLT (IRE)

THE RESULT 1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Distance Time

SUPPORT VEHICLES The Perth Executive would like to thank Pentland Land Rover for providing the Doctor’s and Starter’s Vehicles.

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RACING JARGON BUSTER When visiting the races for the first time, it is easy to be put off by some of the weird and wonderful phrases you hear around the Racecourse but once you are up to speed, it is all part of the fun.

Here are some of the most common racing terms you are likely to hear when you are racing. Brush up on them and you will sound like a seasoned professional in no time!

BACKWARD A young horse which needs time to mature, both physically and mentally.

CHASE Short for steeple chase, meaning a race over fences as opposed to the smaller hurdles.

HORSES who run over fences are called ‘chasers’.

CONNECTIONS The owner and trainer of a horse.

DISTANCE The length of a race, which over jumps ranges from two miles to four and a half miles.

FENCES The larger obstacles on a Jump racing course which are roughly four and a half feet high and made of birch.

Horses usually start over hurdles before graduating to fences.

FURLONG The unit of measurement for all races in Great Britain. One furlong is 220 yards or 200 metres (one eighth of a mile).

GELDING A male horse who has been castrated – almost all male horses who run over jumps are geldings.

GOING Description of the ground on the racecourse depending on how soft it is, ranging from heavy (very soft) to firm (not soft at all).

HANDICAP A type of race in which the higher the horse’s official rating, the more weight it carries, in order to give all horses a theoretically equal chance.

HURDLES The smaller obstacles on a Jump racing course which are roughly three and a half feet high.

MARE A female horse over four years old.

Younger female horses are called fillies.

NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE Also known as a ‘bumper’, a race without hurdles or fences which allows young horses to get used to racing.

NOVICE A horse in its first season jumping either fences (novice chaser) or hurdles (novice hurdler).

OFFICIAL RATING A numerical expression of a horse’s ability, in pounds, which determines how much weight it must carry if it races in a handicap.

OFF THE BRIDLE Describes a horse being encouraged by its jockey because the horse is struggling to keep up with the leaders. If a horse is described as ‘on the bridle’ it is deemed to be going well.

PHOTO FINISH A high-speed electronic camera which captures pictures of the horses as they pass the winning line, allowing the winner to be determined in close finishes.

RUN FREELY Describes a horse running too fast, usually early in a race. If a horse uses too much of its energy too early, it tends to compromise its chance of finishing well.

STAY/STAYING ON Horses that stay have the stamina required to run over a certain distance. ‘Staying on’ refers to when a horse’s stamina kicks in at the end of a race.

STEWARD A roving official employed by the British Horseracing Authority who is responsible for seeing that the rules of racing are adhered to.

STEWARDS’ ENQUIRY Held after a race if an incident in which the rules of racing may have been broken has occurred. The result of the race is not official until the stewards’ enquiry has finished.

TRAVELLING The way a horse is galloping during the course of a race.

WEIGH IN/OUT The process jockeys must undergo before and after a race to ensure the correct weight has been carried.

SECOND RACE 2.30 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)

The EBF MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £6800 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3368, 2nd £1116, 3rd £558, 4th £279.

(Penalty Value £4418.64)

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs SOUTHERN GIRL and TARSET HINNY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (6 wins from 16 runners, 38%) runs PROPER TICKET Longest Traveller: ELEANOR GROVE trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 411 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

colours no horse

S Sponsor age st-lb

1 PROPER TICKET (IRE) (20) 3/3541-1 D

7 11-10

Br B m Gold Well - Strand Lady (IRE) Liam Harrison (7) J O The FOB Racing Partnership 8 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B Mrs A. Kehoe Dunraven Group of Companies S TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner and maintained unbeaten record in handicaps on return from 6 months off at Southwell 3 weeks ago. The one to beat despite a double penalty in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHH BHA123

2 ALLTHATGLISTENS (IRE) (43) 2/0/10-2 C

2

Br B m Gold Well - Avenging Angel (IRE) O Mrs L. J. McLeod

7 10-12 Ross Chapman J Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T Daragh Bourke Racing S

B Arctic Tack Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Modest bumper winner but has made a pretty low-key start over hurdles, not achieving a great deal despite finishing second at Perth last month.

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 ALPHA CARINAE (IRE) (263) 11-

5 10-12

Br Ch m Robin des Champs (FR) - Annas Present (IRE) Richard Johnson J O Tim Syder Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Paul Doyle McCoy Contractors S TIMEFORM VIEW £62,000 4-y-o, dam unraced. Won on debut in Irish point in May 2019 and followed up in a 12-runner bumper at Newcastle in January. This trip will suit now hurdling having undergone a wind op.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 BOWDEREK (24) 2-03

5 10-12

Br B m Scorpion (IRE) - Blue Nymph Callum Bewley J O Geoff and Elspeth Adam Harriet Graham, Jedburgh T B Distillery Stud Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful-looking mare who was a good second at Kelso on her sole start in bumpers.

No impact in a pair of 2m hurdles at this venue during the summer, though.

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 ELEANOR GROVE (FR) (221) 45-

5 10-12

Br Ch m Kapgarde (FR) - Dabaratsa (FR) Gavin Sheehan J O Kate & Andrew Brooks & Catherine Black Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T B Haras De La Croix Sonnet & H. Hosselet 1Account Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Prominent in the betting and opening fourth of 8 at Uttoxeter in December wasn’t devoid of promise.

Disappointing at Ascot and tongue tie now on over hurdles having undergone wind surgery.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 GLOBAL HARMONY (IRE) (242) 0/202-

5 10-12

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Violin Davis (FR) Harry Skelton J O Mrs Susan Carsberg Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mr K. D. Cotter Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice from 4 starts in bumpers. Bred to do well over this sort of trip over hurdles and she’s in top hands. Has undergone a wind operation.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 SHE’S A DANCER (IRE) (197) 052-

5 10-12

Br B m Jeremy (USA) - Sugar Bullet (IRE) Henry Brooke J O Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T B Ms Aine Clabby Stonegrave Aggregates Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORM VIEW Left first 2 efforts behind minus a hood when second of 6 in bumper at Sedgefield (16.8f, soft) in March, though she did enjoy the run of the race. Hurdles debut.

TFRHHIII BHA-

8 SHE’S A ROCCA (IRE) (64) 10-4

5 10-12

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Hannigan’s Lodger (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Mrs IC Sellars & Major & Mrs P Arkwright Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Mrs M. Curran Equine Products UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in the market and duly made a winning debut in Ayr bumper last November. Down the field in Huntingdon Listed event the following month and may have needed July’s hurdling bow.

TFRHHHII BHA12

9 SOUTHERN GIRL (IRE) (16) 41/4-2

6 10-12

Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - She’s Got To Go (IRE) Blair Campbell (3) J O Mr K. Alexander Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Philip Brolan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive point winner from good family. Showed a bit in Carlisle bumper last October and second-place finish against a useful rival over this C&D recently was a pleasing start. More to come.

TFRHHHII BHA-

10 TARSET HINNY (IRE) (64) 6P-0

5 10-12

Br Ch m Presenting - Avondhu Lady (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen (3) J O Mr & Mrs J. Morrison-Bell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B R. Flynn Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit in Ayr bumper on debut but well held completed start over hurdles.

TFRHIIII BHA-

11 THATS THE TRUTH (IRE) (206) 252/62-

6 10-12

Br B m Darsi (FR) - Lucy Walters (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Bond Brewin Chapman Jackson Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Paddy Kinsella Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice from 3 starts in Irish points and promise both starts over hurdles last season, not doing a great deal wrong despite failing to justify short-price favouritism at Huntingdon. TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 11 2019: QUEEN’S MAGIC (IRE) 7 11 4 James Best 10-11 (Neil Mulholland) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3, 5, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Proper Ticket (IRE), 5-1 Alpha Carinae (IRE), 6-1 Global Harmony (IRE), 13-2 Southern Girl (IRE), Thats The Truth (IRE), 16-1 She’s A Rocca (IRE), 22-1 Eleanor Grove (FR), 25-1 She’s A Dancer (IRE), 33-1 Allthatglistens (IRE), Bowderek, 300-1 Tarset Hinny (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

This is no easy task for PROPER TICKET burdened with a double penalty back in novice company, but she jumped superbly when making a winning reappearance at Southwell 3 weeks ago and her limit has not yet been reached. Alpha Carinae and Global Harmony have both undergone wind surgery and have to command respect now hurdling for powerful stables.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PROPER TICKET (IRE) 2.ALPHA CARINAE (IRE) 3.GLOBAL HARMONY (IRE)

THE RESULT 1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Distance Time

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

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THIRD RACE 3.05 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) (3,200m)

THE PERTH RACECOURSE CAMPERVAN SITE IS COMING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Northern Lights Two Mile Chase Series Qualifier) for four yrs old and upwards, x Total race value £8035 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3269, 2nd £1083, 3rd £542, 4th £299, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £4288.68)

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs MINT GOLD and VINO’S CHOICE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R M Smith (2 wins from 13 runners, 15%) runs LAS TUNAS and OUR LUCAS Weightwatcher: LAS TUNAS won off a handicap mark of 109, his rating is now down 6lb to 103.

Longest Traveller: BEAUTIFUL BEN trained by L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 350 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

colours no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age st-lb

1 LUCKY ROBIN (IRE) (38) 114-332 CD

8 11-12

Br Ch g Mister Fotis (USA) - Bewilderment (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Brian Ellison Racing Club Brian Ellison, Malton T B Michael Feeney Brian Ellison Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Resurgent last summer, winning 4 times from the front (2 hurdle, 2 chase) under Brian Hughes. Best effort of present campaign when second at Market Rasen (17.2f) latest and claims with a repeat.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

2 MINT GOLD (IRE) (37) 13/356-3

6 11-11

Br B g Gold Well - Lady Flyer (IRE) Derek Fox J O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Mr Pat O’Reilly Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Surprise winner of novice hurdle early 2019 but form rather tailed off thereafter. However, he ran to a fair level sent chasing on back of a wind op when third at Uttoxeter recently and not ruled out.

TFRHHHII BHA109

3 SPORTING PRESS (IRE) (58) P22PB-4 D

3

7 11-9

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Rudy Renata (IRE) Danny McMenamin (3) J O Miss Paula Smith Paula Smith, Malton T B Stephen Curran TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning chaser but also in and out when with Keith Dalgleish last season. Shaped as if needing return/ yard debut at Market Rasen in July and undergone wind surgery subsequently. Mark has eased.

TFRHHHII BHA107

4 BEAUTIFUL BEN (IRE) (20) P-56451 CD

10 11-9

Br B g Beneficial - Almnadia (IRE) Adam Wedge J O Mr Alan R. Lyons L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T B Mr John Hennessy TIMEFORM VIEW Drooped 8lb below last winning mark and duly capitalised at Southwell (15.8f) 3 weeks ago, in command some way out having made all. Possibilities from 5lb higher.

TFRHHHHH BHA107

5 LAS TUNAS (FR) (203) 0/65644- D

8 11-5

Br B or Br g Country Reel (USA) - Grey Winner (FR) Richie McLernon J O Spittal Family R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Mr Mathieu Boutin Spittal Haulage Scotland Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived over fences during early 2019and some creditable efforts faced with softer ground last term, fading on the run-in at Catterick (15.6f) in March. Mark has eased ahead of return.

TFRHHHII BHA103

6 SWORD OF FATE (IRE) (24) 4P3-010 D

7 11-0

Br B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE) Danny Cook J O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T B Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler TIMEFORM VIEW Showed the benefit of reappearance spin and capitalised on his much-reduced mark to score at Cartmel (17.3f) in August. However, rather disappointing he finished so tamely here (20f) next time.

TFRHHHII BHA98

7 OUR LUCAS (IRE) (24) 504-4F6 CD

8 11-0

Br B or Br g Jeremy (USA) - Alassio (USA) Dale Irving (3) J O Mr M. Sawers R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Gerrardstown House Stud Russell Catering Equipment S TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple hurdles winner in 2018 and not disgraced over fences upon re-joining present stable this term, midfield over 20f here last month. Each-way claims back down at 2m. TFRHHHII BHA98

8 VINO’S CHOICE (IRE) (24) 33/02-24 CD

8 10-6

Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Ard’s Pet (IRE) Blair Campbell (3) J O Two Black Labs Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B P. & M. Crinion Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 8-y-o who has returned in good order, hitting the frame in chase/hurdle events in recent months at this venue. No reason why he won’t give another good account.

TFRHHHHI BHA90 14

9 CHAIN OF BEACONS (21) 253-534 D

11 10-4

Br B g Midnight Legend - Millennium Girl Callum Bewley J O Simon & Angela Gillie Katie Scott, Galashiels T B W. J. and Mrs Lee SPG Fire & Security Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who is operating on a career-low mark now and wasn’t disgraced when fourth of 11 in a Hexham handicap chase (15.6f) 3 weeks ago. Still, others hold more pressing claims on recent exploits.

TFRHHHII BHA88

10 COOL VALLEY (IRE) (7) P5-3632

11 10-0

Br B g Zerpour (IRE) - Jilly Jaffa Cake (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen (3) J O Mr W. G. Young William Young Jnr, Carluke T B Patrick Day TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden under Rules but he ran well to be placed again at Kelso (17f) last week, staying on latter stages to take second. Expected to find a few too good back up in grade.

TFRHHHII BHA81

11 KENNEDYS FIELD (65) 400/50-5

7 10-0

Br B g Multiplex - Supreme Lady (IRE) Jonathon Bewley (3) J O Victoria Bewley & Lizzy Annett George Bewley, Colby T B Finbar and Aoifa Kent Lloyd Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who proved disappointing over hurdles and whilst he probably did too much too soon on return/chase debut at Market Rasen in July, he’s no sure thing to do better in this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA78 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2019: LUCKY ROBIN (IRE) 7 11 9 Brian Hughes 11-8 (Brian Ellison) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 8, 9.

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

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Beautiful Ben (IRE), 5-1 Lucky Robin (IRE), 7-1 Vino’s Choice (IRE), 8-1 Mint Gold (IRE), 11-1 Our Lucas (IRE), 12-1 Sword of Fate (IRE), Chain of Beacons, 14-1 Cool Valley (IRE), 16-1 Sporting Press (IRE), Las Tunas (FR), 33-1 Kennedys Field

PLAY SMARTER

BEAUTIFUL BEN capitalised on his much-reduced mark in decisive fashion at Southwell 3 weeks ago, in command some way out having made all. A winner over C&D last summer, he’s fancied to go well again in this sort of form. Lucky Robin ran well at Market Rasen on his most recent start and is feared, along with Vino’s Choice.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BEAUTIFUL BEN (IRE) 2.LUCKY ROBIN (IRE) 3.VINO’S CHOICE (IRE)

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Perth Pearl Red Rum Grand National legend Red Rum ran at this meeting twice, both in the Perthshire Challenge Cup Handicap Chase, finishing second both times. First in 1973, his first run after beating Crisp in the Grand National, and then in 1974, his first run after beating L’Escargot in the Grand National.

Red Rum would end up making four appearances at Perth from 1970 to 1974.

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FOURTH RACE 3.40 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 207YDS) (4,700m)

THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £10500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4507, 2nd £1493, 3rd £747, 4th £373, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £5913.18)

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs MIGHTY THUNDER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Dalgleish (6 wins from 47 runners, 13%) runs TAXMEIFYOUCAN Longest Traveller: TOWNSHEND trained by N Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham, 376 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

colours no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age st-lb

1 TOWNSHEND (GER) (197) 2641/1P- C D

9 11-12

Br B g Lord of England (GER) - Trikolore (GER) Jamie Neild (7) J O Mr J. D. Neild Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B H.-H.Rodenburg Agetur (UK) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser for Willie Mullins and confirmed he retains plenty of ability with 2 handicap wins 9 months apart for current connections. Found the Ultima too tough but lower in weights over timber.

TFRHHHII BHA135

2 JUSTATENNER (46) 22314-3 CD

9 11-9

A. P. Heskin J Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T Carlisle Firewood, Spray Technologies Paints & Aerosols S

Br B g Northern Legend - Shelayly (IRE) O The Whartons

B Mrs Jane Haywood TIMEFORM VIEW Put in a typically good shift when 10 lengths third to Yes No Maybe So on return at Uttoxeter (23.3f). Eased 1lb and he’s likely to give it another good go.

TFRHHHHI BHA132

3 MIGHTY THUNDER (234) 210142- CD

7 11-8

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE) Blair Campbell (3) J O Allson Sparkle Ltd Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B C. and Mrs Wilson Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale S TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in 3m handicaps at this venue and Musselburgh during the second half of 2019.

Ended campaign with excellent second at latter venue but up 4lb on return to action. TFRHHHII BHA131

4 TEESCOMPONENTS LAD (219) 455412-

4

7 11-6

Br B g Midnight Legend - Northern Native (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Tees Components Ltd Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T B Tees Components Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Cashed in on a falling mark in first-time cheekpieces in 5-runner contest at Catterick in January.

Drop in trip against him a month later and he can make presence felt if fully tuned for this. TFRHHHHI BHA129

5 TAXMEIFYOUCAN (IRE) (219) 141653-

6 11-5

Br B g Beat Hollow - Accounting Peter Coleman (10) J O Straightline Bloodstock Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B E. Lonergan Straightline (NE) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways over 25f at Carlisle in December but he ended the campaign in disappointing fashion. Usual cheekpieces left off.

TFRHHIII BHA128

6 SPECIAL PREP (IRE) (215) 2121P/3- D

8 11-4

Br B g Brian Boru - Schindler’s Dame (IRE) Henry Brooke J O Mr Eric A. Elliott Pauline Robson, Capheaton T B D. Cox Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning chaser. Reportedly bled at this venue in April 2019 and again off the track since a third-place finish in a jumpers bumper in February.

TFRHHHII BHA127

7 JACK DEVINE (IRE) (58) 144/22-0 CD

8 11-4

Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Sybil Says (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T B Alan Cox TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 3 times over hurdles around 3m in 2018. Lightly raced over fences the following year and has undergone wind surgery on the back of a tame reappearance in July.

TFRHHIII BHA127

8 WESTERN RULES (IRE) (30) 6541-32 D

10 11-1

Br B g Westerner - Ryehill Lady (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Bob Bennett & Jimmy Dudgeon Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B John Joe Shaughnessy Equine Products UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Doncaster in March and nothing wrong with a brace of placed efforts upon return this summer. Nudged up 2lb but he’s clearly in good nick.

TFRHHHII BHA124 18

9 I’D BETTER GO NOW (IRE) (195) 550/161- D

7 10-9

Br B g Alkaadhem - Pohutakawa (FR) Harry Skelton J O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Id Better Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Paul & Noel Doyle Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning return/handicap debut after a wind op at Wincanton (21.3f) in October and took form to a new level when successful at Doncaster in March. 10lb ruse very fair and he can go on again. TFRHHHHH BHA118

10 HASANKEY (IRE) (21) 521-65

4 10-8

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Haziyna (IRE) Adam Wedge J O The Hanky Panky Partnership L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Postpack Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Got on top close home in 2m juvenile event at Wetherby at Christmas. Low-key reappearance but more like it when fifth at Hexham (20.1f). Up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA119

11 PRESENCE FELT (IRE) (283) 03/2602- CD

12 10-5

Br Br g Heron Island (IRE) - Faeroe Isle (IRE) Mr John Dixon (7) J O Mrs S. F. Dixon John Dixon, Carlisle T B Pete Roche Messrs J Dixon & Son S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler at his best and now 1lb below last successful mark. Worn down late when second of 4 in December but this is a deeper race on return to action.

TFRHHHII BHA114 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2019: MIGHTY THUNDER 6 10 10 Blair Campbell 9-2 (Lucinda Russell) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6, 9.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 10.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note: WESTERN RULES: Following its run on 24/8/2020 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 I’d Better Go Now (IRE), 11-2 Western Rules (IRE), 15-2 Justatenner, 17-2 Teescomponents Lad, 9-1 Mighty Thunder, 11-1 Townshend (GER), 14-1 Hasankey (IRE), 16-1 Special Prep (IRE), 18-1 Presence Felt (IRE), 25-1 Taxmeifyoucan (IRE), Jack Devine (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

I’D BETTER GO NOW was most impressive when signing off last season with a clear-cut win at Doncaster and he may well be a handicapper to keep on the right side of for his excellent yard. Justatenner is a very reliable proposition at this level, with Teescomponents Lad one to monitor in the betting on reappearance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.I’D BETTER GO NOW (IRE) 2.JUSTATENNER 3.TEESCOMPONENTS LAD

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Perth Pearl David Whitaker DAVID WHITAKER

David first joined The Perth Hunt in 1978, continuing a family association with the racecourse through hisinwife, David first joined The Perth Hunt 1978, continuing a family association withlate the Fiona. She is the daughter of the racecourse through his wife, Fiona. She is Col. Dewhurst, a previous chairman the daughter of the late Col. Dewhurst, a of theprevious Executive Committee, and chairman of the Executive Committee, and David followed in David followed in that role that in role in 1996. I first met him in 1986 when 1996. I David wasto the committed to itthe was elected committee and was immediately obvious that David was progress and development of the committed to the progress and course. development of the course.

The initial development was to build the Dewhurst Stand The initial development was to build the Dewhurst Stand in 1986 in in 1986 to start creating modern for orderintoorder start creating modern facilities for members facilities and race-goers.

That was followed in 2006 with the building of the Nelson Stand, the members and race-goers. That was followed in 2006 cost of which appeared frightening initially, but it was soon obvious that with the building the Nelson Stand, thecare cost of financing which the facility wouldof generate its own income to take of the appeared frightening initially, but it was soon obvious that costs which David had predicted. the facility would generate its own income to take care of The final project overseen by David was to see the new stable block the financing which David had predicted. completed costs in late 2015 enabling the transfer of horses by road from the old stables a couple of miles or so away to come to an end. This project

The final overseen byat David was to coming see the new ran inproject tandem with The Lodge Perth Racecourse on stream in early 2016 and David was able to know that this facility had come to stable block completed in late 2015 enabling the transfer fruition before he died. of horses by road from the old stables a couple of miles David was a founder Scottish Racingran Marketing Ltd, a or so away to come to member an end.ofThis project in tandem company set up by the five Scottish racecourses in 2000 to identify and with The Lodge at Perth Racecourse coming on stream pursue matters of common interest to Ayr, Hamilton, Kelso, in early 2016 andand David able to still know Musselburgh Perth.was This company looksthat afterthis areasfacility of joint matters of importance to all the courses and he is remembered with had come to fruition before he died. great fondness by the chairmen of the four other courses outside Perth.

David was a founder member of Scottish Racing Marketing I greatly valued his friendship, acumen and advice throughout the thirty Ltd, a years company set Iup racecourses I knew him. do by missthe this five as doScottish the other members of the committee, the boardand of Scottish Racing, the members of the Perth in 2000 to identify pursue matters of common Hunt and racing in general. We shall not forget him. interest to Ayr, Hamilton, Kelso, Musselburgh and Perth.

This company still looks after areas of joint matters of John S Gellatly importance to all the courses and he is remembered with great fondness theHunt chairmen of the four other courses Chairman Theby Perth outside Perth.

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FIFTH RACE 4.15 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)

THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK DAVID WHITAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £18500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8902, 2nd £2973, 3rd £1486, 4th £744, 5th £372.

(Penalty Value £11710.50)

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs ELMONO and SUTTON MANOR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Dalgleish (6 wins from 47 runners, 13%) runs AMALFI DOUG Weightwatcher: RED GIANT won off a handicap mark of 131, his rating is now down 8lb to 123.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

colours no horse

S Sponsor age st-lb

1 LA BAGUE AU ROI (FR) (195) 2/P335U- D

9 11-12

Br B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Alliance Royale (FR) Richard Johnson J O Mrs Julien Turner & Mr Andrew Merriam Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T B Comtesse Bertrand De Tarragon 1Account Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Grade 1 winner as a novice. Failed to win last season but some creditable efforts in defeat.

Can go well fresh and conditions should suit. Has to be taken seriously down in class.

TFRHHHHH BHA149

2 JARVEYS PLATE (IRE) (197) 0/1440F- C

7 11-4

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - She’s Got To Go (IRE) Paddy Brennan J O The Yes No Wait Sorries & Mr Chris Coley Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B Philip Brolan Dunraven Group of Companies S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful effort when landing 3-runner listed event on chase debut at Chepstow on return last season.

Unable to reproduce that on all 4 runs since but can go well fresh and potentially on a good mark. TFRHHHHI BHA141

3 BIGMARTRE (FR) (215) 01/5604- C Br B g Montmartre (FR) - Oh La Miss (FR) R NE O Mr P J Dixon & Mr C Nash UN R B E. Prigent, E. Lecoiffier & S. Follain N TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

NO

9 11-3 Non Runner J Harry Whittington, Sparsholt T CHD Property S TFRIIIII BHA140

4 BAFANA BLUE (16) 21114-2 D

9 10-7

Br B g Blueprint (IRE) - Anniejo Ross Chapman J O Hogarth, Morris, Percival & Irving Maurice Barnes, Brampton T B George F. White Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd, H Hogarth Jewellers S TIMEFORM VIEW Did very well over fences last season, winning 4 of 6 starts. Good second over C&D on return 16 days ago and big player with that under his belt.

TFRHHHHI BHA130

5 AMALFI DOUG (FR) (24) 3PP-433 CD

5

10 10-6

Br Gr g Network (GER) - Queissa (FR) Brian Hughes J O The County Set (Seven) & Partner Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B Mr Nicolas Taudon & Mr Joel Poitou Rollstud Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW A regular here and has a good record, creditable third of 10 in handicap chase at this C&D (good to soft, 10/1) 24 days ago. Can give another good account.

TFRHHHII BHA129

6 SUTTON MANOR (IRE) (207) FPP/P0/5- D

9 10-4

Br B g Gold Well - Nighty Bless (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen (3) J O County Set Five & The Red Shoes Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Mr Pat Lehane Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at best but lost his form completely for Gordon Elliott in 2018. Left that yard for £34,000 and shaped as if needing the run (after a big absence) in handicap hurdle at Kelso in February.

TFRHIIII BHA127

7 VERY FIRST TIME (193) 311415- D

8 10-4

Br B g Champs Elysees - Like A Virgin (IRE) Harry Skelton J O The Can’t Say No Partnership Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mr Conor J. Colgan Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated by a yard switch last season, making it 3 wins at Doncaster (3m) in January. Creditable effort from out of the weights in Midlands National at Uttoxeter next time. Off 6 months.

TFRHHHHI BHA127

8 ELMONO (FR) (31) 4/FP0-21 D

9 10-4

Br Ch g Epalo (GER) - Monareva (FR) Derek Fox J O Gerry And The Pacemakers Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Mr Pierre Julienne Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who returned at the top of his game when second at Cartmel in July. Confirmed that promise when going one better there following month and not dismissed up in class.

TFRHHHHI BHA127 22

9 RED GIANT (IRE) (24) 002-055 CD

9 10-0

Br Ch g Beneficial - Barrack Star (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Mr V. Healy Jennie Candlish, Leek T B Paddy Doyle Beardmore Machinery Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a C&D handicap chase off 8lb higher in April 2019 but temperamental side has resurfaced this season.

TFRHHIII BHA122 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2019: SOUPY SOUPS (IRE) 8 10 1 Brian Hughes 4-1 (Neil Mulholland) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 La Bague Au Roi (FR), 9-2 Bafana Blue, 5-1 Elmono (FR), 11-2 Very First Time, 13-2 Jarveys Plate (IRE), 9-1 Amalfi Doug (FR), 20-1 Red Giant (IRE), 33-1 Sutton Manor (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

LA BAGUE AU ROI is used to keeping better company than this and is taken to defy top weight under suitable conditions. Jarveys Plate won on his reappearance last season and is on a fair mark on that run, so rates the main threat for his in-form yard.

Race-fit pair Bafana Blue and Elmono both arrive in good heart and need considering, too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LA BAGUE AU ROI (FR) 2.JARVEYS PLATE (IRE) 3.BAFANA BLUE

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Roll of Honour The Weatherbys Racing Bank David Whitaker Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) (2m7f180yds) Year Winner

Age/Wt Trainer

Jockey

SP

2019

Soupy Soups

8-10-1

Neil Mulholland

Brian Hughes

4/1

2018

Swingbridge

10-10-12

Gordon Elliott (IRE) Sean Bowen

17/2

2017

Ballyben

9-11-6

Malcolm Jefferson Brian Hughes

7/2

2016

Kilbree Kid

9-11-1

Tom George

A P Heskin

5/1

2015

By The Boardwalk 7-10-13

Kim Bailey

Tom Bellamy

9/2

2014

Raajih

6-11-12

Gordon Elliott (IRE) Jason Maguire

7/1

2013

Raajih

5-11-1

Gordon Elliott (IRE) Jason Maguire

17/2

2012

Nodforms Violet

8-11-5

Karen McLintock

3/1F

2011

Power Pack Jack

8-10-3

Nigel Twiston-Davies Sam Twiston-Davies 5/1F

2010

Soubriquet

7-10-6

Maurice Barnes

Brian Hughes

Ryan Mania

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SIXTH RACE 4.50 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)

THE CORNELIUS LYSAGHT AND THE CORNELIUSCAST HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7273 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2873, 2nd £952, 3rd £476, 4th £296, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs CELTIC FLAMES and METHODTOTHEMADNESS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (3 wins from 32 runners, 9%) runs PAMMI Longest Travellers: GENERATION GAP trained by J O’Neill & FLORRIE BOY trained by N Twiston-Davies - both Cheltenham, 376 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

colours no horse

S Sponsor age st-lb

1 RYEDALE RACER (240) 2/F51PP- D

9 12-3

Br B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Jontys’lass Grant Cockburn (3) J O Bissett Racing N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B H. Young Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on low key debut for this yard when striking at Hexham (23.3f, soft) last October, but bled when pulled up next 2 starts. Off 8 months.

TFRHHIII BHA122

2 FLORRIE BOY (IRE) (192) 663/0P1- C D

9 12-2

Sam Twiston-Davies J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Options Energy Services Ltd S

Br B g Milan - Second Best (IRE) O Options O Syndicate

B Laurence G Kennedy TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a falling mark back over hurdles at Market Rasen (23.1f) in march, but was all out to do so, so looks opposable in his follow-up bid.

TFRHHHII BHA121

3 GENERATION GAP (IRE) (252) 6U0/335- D

6 11-12

Br B g Olden Times - Kerso (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Mrs E. J. Wills Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Daryl Deacon Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who seemed unsuited by the drop in trip when down the field at Newbury 8 months ago.

Had shaped well on handicap debut prior to that, so remains with potential.

TFRHHHHH BHA117

4 METHODTOTHEMADNESS (IRE) (21) 31502-3

6 11-9

Br B m Gold Well - Odeeka (IRE) Blair Campbell (3) J O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B William P Dillion Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Carlisle novice hurdle last season and returned with a good third at Hexham (16.2f, soft) 3 weeks ago. Should give his running back up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA114

5 PAMMI (3) 241-412 CD BF

5 11-9

Br B m Poet’s Voice - Bright Girl (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Ayrshire Racing & Partner Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Clive Dennett Impact Test Equipment Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when landing C&D handicap hurdle in August. Unlucky to bump into an unexposed sort in similar event next time and probably worth forgiving a poor run on the Flat at Hamilton since.

TFRHHHII BHA114

6 KING D’ARGENT (FR) (228) 550035-

6

5 11-8

Br Ch g Kendargent (FR) - Ephigenie (IRE) Harry Skelton J O Andrew Dick and John Stevenson Dan Skelton, Alcester T B S.A.S. Ecurie Peregrine Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to fire last season and is unproven beyond 2m, but is down to a very handy mark on his juvenile form, so needs taking seriously.

TFRHHHHI BHA113

7 LEGALIZED (15) B/3464-6 D

6 11-5

Br Br m Authorized (IRE) - Laurena (GER) Conor O’Farrell J O Boom Racing Dianne Sayer, Penrith T B Limestone and Tara Studs TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler. Gambled on but didn’t game upped to 25f at Cartmel on return in August and has run poorly back on the Flat subsequently.

TFRHHHII BHA110

8 MISTERMOONBOY (IRE) (587) 330236/-

6 11-5

Br Ch g Mister Fotis (USA) - Sister Moon (IRE) Danny Cook J O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T B Tony Perry TIMEFORM VIEW Placed first 2 starts over hurdles in maiden company at up to this trip at Ayr in 2018/19.

Not seen since a heavy defeat in Kelso handicap 19 months ago.

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9 AMBEROSE (208) 451226-

7 11-5

Br Ch m Sulamani (IRE) - Miss Nellie (IRE) Danny McMenamin (3) J O Langdale Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Langdale Racing & Bloodstock Equine Products UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent handicapper who scored at Carlisle last season. Below her best when last seen at Doncaster but will prove suited by return to this trip on return, so worth considering. TFRHHHHI BHA110

10 DARRY DESBOIS (FR) (21) P/621-5P D

7 11-5

Br Ch g Ballingarry (IRE) - Tiwa (FR) Ryan Day J O Mr & Mrs Ian Hall Martin Todhunter, Penrith T B E.A.R.L. Guittet Desbois Lambson Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive over hurdles, winning Hexham maiden. However, he hasn’t taken to chasing this term, tailing off some way out back at Hexham last time.

TFRHHHII BHA110

11 CELTIC FLAMES (IRE) (43) 1/3531-5 CD

10 11-4

Br Gr g Celtic Swing - Don’t Forget Shoka (IRE) Derek Fox J O Mr Willie Scott Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Sean O’Reilly Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was successful over fences at Musselburgh in February. Understandably looked rusty back over hurdles here last month, so is entitled to do better with that under his belt. TFRHHHII BHA109

12 SET LIST (IRE) (7) 4562/P-U D

11 11-4

Br B g Heron Island (IRE) - Copper Magic (IRE) Bruce Lynn (7) J O Mr C. Lynn Alistair Whillans, Hawick T B Mrs Kathleen and James Wickham Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear, Richard Lynn Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual scorer over fences (good/good to firm) for Emma Lavelle. Ended time with Dan Skelton with a second over hurdles at Newton Abbot but has made an unpromising start for new yard.

TFRHHIII BHA109

13 CAVE TOP (IRE) (216) PPPP24- D

8 11-4

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Cyrils Top Girl (IRE) Henry Brooke J O Lord Daresbury & Jocelyn Rosenburg Oliver Greenall, Malpas T B Declan Arthurs Swansway S TIMEFORM VIEW Fitted with a tongue strap and took a step back in the right direction from a plummeting mark when runner-up at Doncaster in February but failed to build on that next time and now returns to hurdling.

TFRHHHII BHA109

14 BESTIARIUS (IRE) (192) 5024U4-

8 11-2

Br B g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Chione (IRE) Paddy Brennan J O Rug, Grub & Pub Partnership Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T B Commandant Brendan Healy Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced sort who showed benefit of a breathing operation when runner-up from this mark in 16.2f Newcastle handicap hurdle in January. Failed to match that level over fences subsequently.

TFRHHHII BHA107

15 MISTER MANDURO (FR) (27) 004B-64 C

6 11-0

Br Ch g Manduro (GER) - Semenova (FR) Sean Quinlan J O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T B Mme Catherine Niederhauser I & A Hamilton S TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who still appears to be working his way back to peak fitness, fourth of 11 at Sedgefield (19.8f) 27 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.

TFRHHHII BHA105 DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2019: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 15. Visor worn by No. 10.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 11, 12, 13.

Stewards Note: RYEDALE RACER: Following its run on 27/1/2020 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

AMBEROSE: Following its run on 28/2/2020 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 King d’Argent (FR), 13-2 Generation Gap (IRE), 7-1 Pammi, 10-1 Methodtothemadness (IRE), 11-1 Amberose, 12-1 Florrie Boy (IRE), 14-1 Celtic Flames (IRE), 18-1 Mister Manduro (FR), 20-1 Legalized, Darry Desbois (FR), 22-1 Cave Top (IRE), 25-1 Ryedale Racer, Bestiarius (IRE), 28-1 Set List (IRE), 40-1 Mistermoonboy (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GENERATION GAP is the type to do better back up in trip this season, so he’s taken to make a successful return at the expense of King D’argent, who has fallen to an attractive mark but is unproven beyond 2m. Amberose is another who will benefit from going back up in trip and completes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GENERATION GAP (IRE) 2.KING D’ARGENT (FR) 3.AMBEROSE

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PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW Whilst the Glorious Finale brings the curtain down on, what I am sure, could only be described as a difficult season for Perth racecourse, it also signifies that the National Hunt season is about to step up a notch, with October very much on the horizon. One door closes, another opens.

Chepstow’s Jump Season Opener and Cheltenham’s Showcase meeting are both within touching distance, and there is certainly an element of increased quality over the next couple of days in Perthshire.

Indeed, the last meeting at the track saw a couple of notable performances, with the GETAROUND Ella Pickard-trained Getaround winning the opening novices’ hurdle without much fuss, and Olly Murphy introducing a nice newcomer in the concluding bumper, in the shape of Restandbethankful. The former is himself now expected to head to Chepstow next month to contest the Grade 2 Persian War Novices’ Hurdle.

The 14th edition of Jumpers To Follow was published earlier this month, and although I sadly can’t be on course this year, I thought I would nominate a couple of horses – who are trained locally to Perth – to follow in the coming months.

First up, Elvis Mail, who won twice from three starts in handicap hurdles last season and is now set to go novice chasing for Nick Alexander. Currently rated 137 over hurdles, he is an athletic individual so ought to take to fences, and he could be one for a decent handicap come next spring.

RESTANDBETHANKFUL

And, secondly, Bollingerandkrug, who is trained by Lucinda Russell and owned by Deborah Thomson, of One For Arthur fame. Third in a bumper at Musselburgh during February, the Getaway five-year-old shaped with plenty of promise and looks an interesting prospect for novice hurdles, especially once faced with a stiffer test of stamina.

Whilst I am disappointed to be watching from the comfort of my own living room, I would like to wish the connections of all of today’s runners the very best of luck, particularly those who are contesting the Weatherbys Racing Bank David Whitaker Handicap Chase and the Paul Ferguson’s Jumpers To Follow 2020-2021 Handicap Chase.

And, I look forward to returning to Perth next year, all being well.

Paul Ferguson.

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PAUL FERGUSON’S

SEVENTH RACE 5.20 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 20YDS) (4,000m)

THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW 2020-2021 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) for four yrs old and upwards x 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)

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs ORIONINVERNESS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (6 wins from 16 runners, 38%) runs BLUE MONDAY Weightwatcher: INSTINGTIVE won off a handicap mark of 92, his rating is now down 11lb to 81.

Fancy That: L Russell won this race in 2018 and 2019. The stable runs ORIONINVERNESS today.

Longest Traveller: LAKE BAIKAL trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 445 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

colours no horse

S Sponsor age st-lb

1 LAKE BAIKAL (FR) (30) 3250-12 C

6 12-2

Br Gr g Martaline - La Curamalal (IRE) Richie McLernon J O Mr John P. McManus Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Mme Emmanuelle Haye & Mr Damien Cabaret TIMEFORM VIEW Left chase debut form well behind when scoring with plenty in hand on return here (2m) in July. Likely to have gone close but for a bad mistake at Southwell (15.8f) last month and of interest again.

TFRHHHHH BHA102

2 CLONDAW STORM (IRE) (236) 345/304-

6 11-12

Br Gr g September Storm (GER) - Oh So Smart (IRE) Dave Crosse J O Blythe Stables LLP Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Berry Farms Agetur (UK) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who failed to build on the promise of his chase debut effort in 2 subsequent starts last winter. However, made a very interesting yard switch and well worth a check in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA98

3 JOLY MAKER (IRE) (17) 005-612 D BF

6 11-10

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Joly Coeur (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Stephane Milaveau Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of his eye-catching reappearance when scoring at Bangor (20.3f) last month and backed that up when second at Fontwell (21.6f) 17 days ago. Fancied to go well again.

TFRHHHHI BHA96

4 GRUMPY BOOTS (IRE) (43) 30603-4

6 11-4

Br B g Stowaway - Reina Reed (IRE) Ross Chapman J O Mr A. Crawford Alistair Whillans, Hawick T B T. Broderick Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S TIMEFORM VIEW Little solid form but possibly needed the run after 5 months off when fourth on handicap debut here (23.8f, good) in August. Others preferred once again.

TFRHHIII BHA90

5 ORIONINVERNESS (IRE) (24) 264P4-0 CD

9 11-4

Br B g Brian Boru - Woodville Leader (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen (3) J O Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Raymond Cahalane Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Orion Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Last victory gained over C&D but that was 2 years ago and not rekindled by a 6-month absence on return here in August. Visor now reached for.

TFRHHIII BHA90

6 EAGLE RIDGE (IRE) (210) 0/34441- D

9 11-3

Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Azaban (IRE) Bruce Lynn (7) J O Ken McGarrity and Murray Cameron N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B Miss Mary O’Sullivan Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Beneficiary of wind surgery when shedding maiden tag at Musselburgh (20.3f) in February, seeing his race out better than has been the case. Absent since but only 2lb higher.

TFRHHHII BHA89

7 BLUE MONDAY (IRE) (210) 5/04131- D

7

7 11-2

Br B g Beneficial - Bradbury Baby (IRE) Paddy Brennan J O The FOB Racing Partnership 5 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B Patrick McElroy Dunraven Group of Companies S TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive at a low level last winter, making it 2 wins from last 3 starts at Wincanton (20f) in February, jumping boldly. Sound claims again on return with yard going well.

TFRHHHHI BHA88

8 NO SUCH NUMBER (19) 6P0/00-5 D

12 11-2

Br B g King’s Best (USA) - Return (USA) Dale Irving (3) J O Miss Hazel Crichton Maurice Barnes, Brampton T B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Seen out just twice in 2019, well beaten on both occasions and similar story on return to action at Sedgefield (21f) at the start of the month.

TFRHHIII BHA88 28

9 ELLE EST GRANDE (IRE) (27) 24P-56P

6 11-2

Br B m Jeremy (USA) - Hester Hall (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Straightline Bloodstock Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B R. Lynch Straightline (NE) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Midfield first 2 starts over fences without looking totally convincing and her jumping failed to stand up at Sedgefield last month. Not the easiest to weigh up on the back of that. TFRHHHII BHA88

10 INSTINGTIVE (IRE) (326) 1/0640P- D

9 10-9

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Fully Focused (IRE) Ryan Day J O D A Harrison & Abbadis Racing & Thompson Lisa Harrison, Wigton T B Patrick Cashman Atlas Concrete Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over this trip at Carlisle on final run of 2018/19 campaign, but well below that level in handful of runs last term. Break needs to have perked him up.

TFRHHIII BHA81

11 JOLIE CRICKETTE (FR) (236) 02P452-

8 10-8

Br B m Laverock (IRE) - Crickette River (FR) Lucy Alexander J O Mrs Jacqueline Morris N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B Mlle Catherine Fougere Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored for some time but returned to form (in first-time cheekpieces) when second at Catterick (19.2f) back in January. Absent since and not sure to build on that now.

TFRHHHII BHA80

12 ANTI COOL (IRE) (50) 1364-4P

11 10-0

Br B g Heron Island (IRE) - Youngborogal (IRE) Jack Quinlan J O Robin Dickin Racing Club Robin Dickin, Alcester T B Charlie Carter Clay Street Property Consultants S TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran chaser who has been well below par both starts since the restart, pulled up on latter occasion.

Undergone wind surgery ahead of this but others preferred. Engaged 4.05 Warwick Wednesday. TFRHHHII BHA72

13 SOME AMBITION (IRE) (24) 65P-F00

7 10-0

Br B g Westerner - Heath Heaven Derek Fox J O Mr W. G. Young William Young Jnr, Carluke T B Mr P. Hennessy TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler/chaser who fared as well as could be expected when midfield in a C&D event last month. 3lb out of the handicap here.

TFRHHIII BHA69

14 JACKOFHEARTS (64) 0P046-0

12 10-0

Br B g Beat Hollow - Boutique Grant Cockburn (3) J O Mrs Jean McGregor Jean McGregor, Milnathort T B Simon Keswick & Rhydian Morgan-Jones TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who is easily opposed from out of the handicap.

TFRHHIII BHA64 DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2019: KATALYSTIC (IRE) 8 11 5 Thomas Willmott 2-1 (Lucinda Russell) 6 ran Visor worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 13.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 12.

Stewards Note: ANTI COOL: Following its run on 4/8/2020 it was reported that the horse jumped right handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Joly Maker (IRE), 5-1 Lake Baikal (FR), 6-1 Blue Monday (IRE), 8-1 Eagle Ridge (IRE), 9-1 Clondaw Storm (IRE), 14-1 Elle Est Grande (IRE), Jolie Crickette (FR), 18-1 Orioninverness (IRE), 22-1 Grumpy Boots (IRE), Anti Cool (IRE), 33-1 Instingtive (IRE), 50-1 No Such Number, Some Ambition (IRE), 66-1 Jackofhearts

PLAY SMARTER

A winner over 2m here in July, LAKE BAIKAL again ran well and likely would have pushed the winner close but for a bad mistake at Southwell since. He remains open to improvement, particularly now stepping back up in trip and he gets the nod. Blue Monday was progressing well when last seen and is feared, along with Joly Maker.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LAKE BAIKAL (FR) 2.BLUE MONDAY (IRE) 3.JOLY MAKER (IRE)

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EIGHTH RACE 5.50 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)

THE HASTE YE BACK DEREK HALLEY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £5844 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2130, 2nd £706, 3rd £353, 4th £292, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £2794.14)

Leading course trainer (15-20): L Russell (31 wins from 345 runners, 9%) runs GRIPPER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (12 wins from 98 runners, 12%) runs CILLUIRID Longest Traveller: CLONMONARCH trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 496 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

colours no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age st-lb

1 NYE BEVAN (IRE) (272) 0/3650-

5 12-0

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Emma Jane (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J O Mr J. D. Neild Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Paddy Molloy Agetur (UK) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than the distance beaten suggests from what had looked a stiff opening mark on his handicap debut at Wetherby when last seen on Boxing Day. Down in grade on return and has more to offer.

TFRHHHHI BHA102

2 HARBOUR FORCE (FR) (58) 0354-14 CD

6 11-13

Br B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Dam Beautiful Tom Scudamore J O Mr Dave Harris Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B East Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Struck in C&D handicap that worked out really well on return and he ran respectably under a penalty at Market Rasen a week later. Back from a break and can figure with Scudamore taking over.

TFRHHHII BHA101

3 LEESWOOD LILY (46) 1326-05

7 11-12

Br B m Alflora (IRE) - Showtime Annie Sean Quinlan J O Mr M. M. Allen Jennie Candlish, Leek T B M. M. Allen Beardmore Machinery Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers/novice hurdles. Well held over this trip at Uttoxeter last time and work to do on handicap bow following a wind op.

TFRHHHII BHA100

4 KARAMOKO (IRE) (35) 0/3433/-P

8 11-9

Br B g Manduro (GER) - Virevolle (FR) Brian Hughes J O Tarzan Bloodstock & Mr Oliver Brownlee Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Ringfort Stud Equine Products UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty in handicaps in 2018-19 and should have come on for Stratford return, his first start for 20 months. One to keep an eye on.

TFRHHHII BHA97

5 TOMORROW’S ANGEL (29) 52/24-

5 11-8

Br Ch m Teofilo (IRE) - Funday Conor O’Farrell J O Adamson, Etheridge & Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Exors of the Late Sir Eric Parker Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, Northwood (Cumbria) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score on Flat or in this sphere and showed nothing on last month’s return on the level. Cheekpieces now reached for.

TFRHHIII BHA96

6 APACHE CREEK (IRE) (22) 00604-0

5 11-7

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Galshan (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J O Team Tuff Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Ms Cora Cronin Wasdell Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who was well held on his return/handicap debut at Newton Abbot (16.8f) 3 weeks ago and probably needs his mark to fall a bit further. Steps up in trip here.

TFRHHIII BHA95

7 NO CRUISE YET (21) P4-4466

5 11-6

Br B g Passing Glance - Claradotnet Paddy Brennan J O RGM Partnership Oliver Greenall, Malpas T B G. D. Kendrick Swansway S TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who has become a bit disappointing, folding again when supported tried over fences at Hexham 3 weeks ago.

TFRHHHII BHA94

8 FOLKS LIKE US (IRE) (24) 3603-60

8

5 11-3

Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Nia (IRE) Callum Bewley J O Mr William Muir Alistair Whillans, Hawick T B James Keegan Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who has finished well held both runs back this summer but should be suited by return to this longer trip.

TFRHHIII BHA91 30

9 CLONMONARCH (IRE) (266) 44P600-

5 11-1

Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Grancore Girl (IRE) David Noonan J O Mr Russell Lane Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T B John Kingston Junction 24 Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Mark looks stiff based on what he showed in novice hurdles last season but he is bred to be better. First run for 8 months now going handicapping after wind op.

TFRHHHII BHA89

10 GRIPPER (7) 4P0-FPP

5 10-13

Br B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Hold On Tight (IRE) Derek Fox J O Mrs H. Kelly Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Mr R. Lycett Green & Mrs R. Beckett Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Just 1 Flat win in a 3-runner affair to his name and he again failed to complete tried over fences last week. Hard to fancy.

TFRHHIII BHA87

11 CILLUIRID (IRE) (8) 2006P-2

6 10-10

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Garw Valley J R NE O Reality Partnerships IV Tim Easterby, Malton T N -RU B Adrian Sutton Easthorpe Hall Stud S ON TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved on first start forN 9 months when front-running second in Hexham handicap over this trip last week, collared run-in by big improver and clear of rest. Tongue tie on and obvious chance. TFRHHHHH BHA84 (+6)

12 SCHIEHALLION RIDGE (IRE) (16) 0/05-4

5 10-8

Br B g Mountain High (IRE) - Upton Lodge (IRE) Sean Bowen J O Mrs Jackie Stephen Jackie Stephen, Inverurie T B Joe & Mel Power Rapid Project Developments Ltd. S TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/novice hurdles (first run for 8 months here latest). Hard to fancy on handicap bow.

TFRHHIII BHA82

13 GOLDEN CHANCER (24) 5000P-0

6 10-3

Br B g Gold Well - Princess Oriane (IRE) Ross Chapman J O Mr Scott Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T B Distillery Stud L.I.P. Construction Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Entitled to come on for last month’s return/handicap debut here (extended 2m) and step back up in trip will suit. Probably no lost cause.

TFRHHHII BHA77 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2019: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 2.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Harbour Force (FR), 15-2 Nye Bevan (IRE), 17-2 Apache Creek (IRE), 12-1 Karamoko (IRE), No Cruise Yet, 22-1 Folks Like Us (IRE), Clonmonarch (IRE), 25-1 Leeswood Lily, 28-1 Golden Chancer, 33-1 Schiehallion Ridge (IRE), 40-1 Tomorrow’s Angel, Gripper

PLAY SMARTER

NYE BEVAN is interesting on his return for Nigel Twiston-Davies and is feared most ahead of Harbour Force, who won a C&D handicap on his return which worked out tremendously well. Apache Creek has a squeak if improving for the step up in trip.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NYE BEVAN (IRE) 2.HARBOUR FORCE (FR) 3.APACHE CREEK (IRE)

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HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD The Horserace Betting Levy Board general prize money schemes provide for the inclusion of £404,200 at this Racecourse in 2020.

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CONDITIONS First Race 1.55 - THE HASTE YE BACK DEREK HALLEY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2794 to the winning horse The second to receive £820, the third £410, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). £21 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £17 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 21st. Penalties, after September 12th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 19 entries at £21. - Closed September 17th, 2020.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2130; Second £706; Third £353; Fourth £292; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £2794.14) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.30 - The EBF MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4418 to the winning horse The second to receive £1297, the third £648 and the fourth £324. 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 not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, September 17th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 10st 12lb Penalties, for each hurdle race won 6lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four and a half furlongs at Newbury on Saturday, March 27th, 2021. 20 entries at £25. - Closed September 17th, 2020. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £3368; Second £1116; Third £558; Fourth £279. (Penalty Value £4418.64) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.05 - THE PERTH RACECOURSE CAMPERVAN SITE IS COMING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Northern Lights Two Mile Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4288 to the winning horse The second to receive £1259, the third £629, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 17th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 21st.

Penalties, after September 12th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. This race is a qualifier for the Northern Lights Two Mile Chase Series Final, to be run over a distance of 2m at Carlisle on 28th March, 2021. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have run in two Northern Lights Two Mile Chase Series qualifiers after 2019, including being placed in the first eight in at least one qualifier. 20 entries at £25. - Closed September 17th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3269; Second £1083; Third £542; Fourth £299; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4288.68) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.40 - THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5913 to the winning horse The second to receive £1736, the third £868, the fourth £434, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 21st. Penalties, after September 12th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 18 entries, 1 at £6 and 17 at £30. - Closed September 17th, 2020.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4507; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £5913.18) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.15 - THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK DAVID WHITAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11710 to the winning horse The second to receive £3459, the third £1729, the fourth £865 and the fifth £432. for four yrs old and upwards. £40 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

September 21st. Penalties, after September 12th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Weatherby’s Limited has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning Owner. In addition the Whitaker family shall kindly present the David Whitaker Memorial Trophy to the winning Owner. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £3750 towards the prize money for this race. 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 16 entries, 1 at £8 and 15 at £40.

- Closed September 17th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8902; Second £2973; Third £1486; Fourth £744; Fifth £372. (Penalty Value £11710.50) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.50 - THE CORNELIUS LYSAGHT AND THE CORNELIUSCAST 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, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 17th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 21st. Penalties, after September 12th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. CORNELIUS LYSAGHT has generously sponsored this race and in addition shall kindly present a momento to the winning Owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 30 entries at £25.

- Closed September 17th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.20 - THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW 2020-2021 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). Enter by noon, September 17th and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 21st. Penalties, after September 12th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 20 entries at £15. - Closed September 17th, 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 28 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 5.50 - THE HASTE YE BACK DEREK HALLEY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2794 to the winning horse The second to receive £820, the third £410, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). £21 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £17 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 21st. Penalties, after September 12th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 18 entries, 1 at £4 and 17 at £21. - Closed September 17th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2130; Second £706; Third £353; Fourth £292; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £2794.14) SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

OFFICIALS Preses Lord MANSFIELD

Clerk of the Scales ROBERT CUTHBERT

Chief Steward COLIN VICKERS

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers TRACEY HAMILTON, LINDA PORTER, JIM BONAR & CYRIL JOHNSTONE

Stewards’ Panel Chair PHILIP SPOTTISWOOD

Veterinary Officer ARTHUR KIDD, B.V.M.&S., M.R.C.V.S.

Steward ADRIAN SMITH Assistant Steward LYNDSAY ALLAN

Veterinary Surgeons A HUMPHRIES, E CILLIAN-GARCIA, W MARSHALL, S ARMSTRONG

Starters STUART TURNER MICHAEL REID

Medical Officers Dr ELLIOT, Dr TONGE, Dr TUT & Dr EYVINDSSON

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