Perth Racecard - Friday 22nd April

THE WILLIAM HILL PERTH FESTIVAL FRIDAY 22 APRIL 2022

2022 WEDNESDAY 11 MAY (EVE) THURSDAY 12 MAY - LADIES DAY (SOLD OUT) SUNDAY 5 JUNE - BET365 GOLD CUP DAY SATURDAY 18 JUNE THURSDAY 30 JUNE SUNDAY 10 JULY - FAMILY RACEDAY TUESDAY 26 JULY (EVE) WEDNESDAY 27 JULY SATURDAY 13 AUGUST - STONE OF DESTINY MONDAY 5 SEPTEMBER GLORIOUS FINALE WEDNESDAY 21 SEPTEMBER THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER

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TFRHHHII BHAFORM 13-230 10-12 TIMEFORM VIEW Decent jumps pedigree and caught the Hood eye in a pair of novice hurdles earlier in the year. Bred to stay much further but this isn’t a strong race and remains capable of better.

15 1Apr Lud 15f Hdl good 4/12 Rose To Fame 17l 16 17Feb Mkt 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/8 A Little Chaos (IRE) 23/4l 17 Dec18 Wet 12f NHF soft 6/10 Conchita (GER) 22

3 DERRINTOGHER BLISS (IRE) (54) Ch f Lucarno (USA) - Reverse Swing 4 13 E J Henry Brooke 12 T Oliver Greenall, Malpas 14 O Astbury, Hewitt & Hockenhull B Grace & Samuel Hockenhull S Swansway, Shade Oak Stud

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Form C = Has won at this course D = Has won over this distance CD = Has won over this distance at this course BF = Was a beaten favourite - = New racing season / = Missed racing season P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race F = Horse fell U = Rider unseated R = Horse refused to race CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse B = Horse was brought down 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

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BHA Rating Timeform View & TFR Rating Saddlecloth number Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey Horse’s name The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) Birthplace of horse (outside GB) Days since the horse last run Horse’s age Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) Jockey Equipment worn Horses Trainer & Their Location Horse’s owner Horse’s breeder Horse’s sponsor

HANDICAPS

Once a horse’s ability has been assessed by the Official BHA Handicapper it is given an official rating. This is a judgement that determines how much weight it shall carry compared to the other runners. In simple terms a horse rated 100 carries 2lbs less than a horse rated 102. A rating over 130 is well above average and the winner of the Cheltenham Gold Cup is normally rated over 150.

Most handicap races have an upper rating limit to encourage runners of similar ability to take part and make a competitive race e.g. 0-110, and a 28lb weight-range.

HURDLE RACES

Hurdles are made of ash with a birch filling, with foam padding on all legs and top rails. They are 3ft high and placed in the ground at an attractive angle to encourage horses to jump them fluently.

At Perth there are five flights of Hurdles on the course. Eight are jumped in a two mile race, nine in a race over two miles and five furlongs and eleven in a race over three miles.

STEEPLE CHASE Steeplechase fences are made from hardwood frames stuffed tightly with birch. When making a fence the birch is packed in at a height of approximately 6ft, then cut down to a maximum height of 3ft 6”. There are five ‘plain fences’ on the course at Perth and two ‘open ditches’. An Open Ditch is the same height as a plain fence but has a small ditch in front of the fence to make them a bigger test for the horse and rider.

At Perth there are two open ditches on the course, the first fence in the straight and the first down the back straight. Perth is one of the last remaining racecourses to have a Water Jump, this is situated in front of the main Grandstand and is much smaller than the other fences, with a 6ft wide water jump behind a small birch fence.

There are eight steeplechase fences on the course. Twelve are jumped in a race over two

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.

miles, fifteen over two miles and five furlongs and nineteen in races over three miles.

WEIGHT FOR AGE RACES

These races are designed to provide a fair and competitive contest before a horse is allocated a weight, according to his ability, to run in a Handicap. These races are therefore normally for young horses aged from 3 to 5-y-o. As a 5-y-o is deemed to be stronger than a 3-y-o he/she will be made a to carry a little more weight. Once a horse has won a weight for age race he/she will be asked to carry a ‘penalty’; this is normally an additional 7lbs. Once a horse has won or run three times in a Weight for Age race he can be assessed and given a weight in a Handicap Race.

FIRST RACE 1.30 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)

THE WILLIAM HILL KINNOULL NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202.

(Penalty Value £4224.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (45 wins from 149 runners, 30%) runs LAFFITE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 90 runners, 13%) runs LAFFITE Fancy That: G Elliott won this race in 2015 and 2019. The stable runs LAFFITE today.

Longest Traveller: LAFFITE trained by G Elliott, Ireland.

Br Breeding colours

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O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor age

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1 KNICKERBOCKERGLORY (IRE) (50) 1-45131 D

6 11-13

2 WELL PLANTED (FR) (28) F24501

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11-8

3 BREAKING RECORDS (IRE) (28) U00P04

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11-1

4 LAFFITE (IRE) (2) 0002P

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11-1

5 RORY AND ME (FR) (22) 1/2-3424

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11-1

6 FLEURMAN (IRE) (39) 313

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11-0

7 SANOSUKE (IRE) (27) 32

4 10-7

8 ZURAIG (GB) (72) 0

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Br B g Fame And Glory - The Brass Lady (IRE) Harry Skelton J O Chelsea Thoroughbreds - Knickerbocker Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Brittas House Stud & Canterbrook Stud Oliver Brown S TIMEFORM VIEW Opened hurdles account in good style at Taunton in January and recorded his second wide-margin win of the season back in novice company at Ludlow just over 7 weeks ago. Double penalty to carry but that may not be enough to stop him.

TFRHHHHH BHA128

Br B g Planteur (IRE) - Next Dream (FR) Conor O’Farrell J O Drew & Ailsa Russell R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Mr Gerard Fontaine Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a 25/1 upset in a 4-runner novice at Musselburgh last month but he’s an unlikely one to follow up.

TFRHHIII BHA105

Br B g Kodiac - Querulous (USA) Stephen Mulqueen J O Burgan,Fosberg & Rowan Maurice Barnes, Brampton T B Tally-Ho Stud Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Modest sprinter on the Flat who hasn’t taken to hurdling at all, no more settled for the fitting of a hood when last of 4 to Well Planted at Musselburgh last month. Easily opposed.

TFRHIIII BHA77

Br B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - La Brave (FR) Brian Hughes J O Mrs Sheila O’Ryan/R. Bannerman Gordon Elliott, Ireland T B Mrs B. Kennedy Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little all 3 starts in bumpers but made went with much more promise when runner-up at Wexford on hurdles debut last TFRHHIII BHAmonth. Pulled up before 2 out in maiden here on Wednesday so tough to see him getting involved on that showing.

Br B g Shamardal (USA) - Rosawa (FR) Alain Cawley J O Mr Richard Howard & Mr Ben Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T B S.C.E.A. Haras de Son Altesse L’Aga Khan Effingham Steel Services Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper in 2019 who has shown fair form over hurdles, though failed to get the job done after being left with the race at his mercy at Newcastle in February. Tailed off back on softer ground at Wetherby since and others seemingly have stronger claims.

TFRHHHII BHA106

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Fleur de Nuit (IRE) Aidan Coleman J O Bective Stud Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Fleur Partnership TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat for Ralph Beckett and built on hurdles debut promise when landing a 16.6f Market Rasen maiden in good style in February. Only third at Stratford last month and having shaped as if a stiffer test would suit, this drop back in trip is a slight concern.TFRHHHHI BHA112

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Fix (NZ) Sean Quinlan J O H Turcan S Dunning E Skinner & F Skinner N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T B Coolmore Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat in Ireland and new connections went to £58,000 to acquire him. Didn’t jump fluently on yard debut but made a much better fist of things after 7 weeks off when runner-up at Kelso last month. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA108

Br Gr g Teofilo (IRE) - Dakatari (FR) Craig Nichol J O The Cricketers Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Sarl Darpat France Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 1 1/2m). Sold from Andrew Balding 41,000 gns in September and having been gelded, shaped as if better for the run when down the field on hurdles bow at Sedgefield in February. He’s likely to improve given his Flat merit. TFRHHHII BHA4

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Br B f Cityscape - Sweet Mandolin Derek Fox J O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T B J. C. & S. R. Hitchins TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in for 4 starts on the Flat for Andrew Balding and having been sold for just £2,000, she makes minimal appeal on hurdles bow.

TFRHIIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 9 2021: COOLKILL (IRE) 7 10 12 Ryan Mania 9-2 (Sandy Thomson) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Stewards Note: BREAKING RECORDS: Following its run on 25/3/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Knickerbockerglory (IRE), 4-1 Fleurman (IRE), 15-2 Sanosuke (IRE), 10-1 Rory And Me (FR), 12-1 Zuraig (GB), 14-1 Well Planted (FR), 16-1 Laffite (IRE), 100-1 Breaking Records (IRE), 150-1 We’ll Meet Again (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

This can go the way of KNICKERBOCKERGLORY, who had any amount in hand when recording his second wide-margin win of the season back in novice company at Ludlow last month. This is tougher, but Dan Skelton’s charge can continue his upward trajectory and notch a third success over timber. The drop back in trip is a slight concern for Fleurman but he’s fancied to give the selection most to think about nevertheless, ahead of Sanosuke.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KNICKERBOCKERGLORY (IRE) 2.FLEURMAN (IRE) 3.SANOSUKE (IRE)

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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.

FIGURES IN BRACKETS Figures in brackets after the horse’s name indicates days since last ran.

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SECOND RACE 2.05 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)

THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) for four yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4715, 2nd £2358, 3rd £1179, 4th £590, 5th £280.

(Penalty Value £6153.98) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (45 wins from 149 runners, 30%) runs ECLAIR DE BEAUFEU and PLATINUMCARD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 90 runners, 13%) runs ECLAIR DE BEAUFEU and PLATINUMCARD Longest Traveller: PLATINUMCARD & ECLAIR DE BEAUFEU trained by G Elliott, Ireland.

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O Owner

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1 ECLAIR DE BEAUFEU (FR) (35) 020P00 D

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2 PARISENCORE (FR) (30) 2-22221 D

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3 PLATINUMCARD (IRE) (21) 20000-1 D

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4 SERIOUS EGO (GER) (25) 0-26534 D

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5 MALANGEN (IRE) (18) 0-65203

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Br B g Monitor Closely (IRE) - Tenebreuse Gemm (FR) Aidan Coleman J O Mr Allan Snow Gordon Elliott, Ireland T B Mickael Renaud Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORM VIEW Should find this easier than the big-field handicaps he’s contested at the Dublin Racing and Cheltenham Festivals on his last 2 starts but, useful though he is, the concession of so much weight to stablemate Platinumcard will likely be beyond him. TFRHHHII BHA132

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Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Folk Dancing (FR) Brian Hughes J O Mrs IC Sellars & Major & Mrs P Arkwright Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B S.C.E.A. Haras de Peyre Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in first 4 hurdles so he certainly wasn’t winning out of turn in maiden company at Haydock (2m) last month.

Handicap debut. Likely to go well but whether he can seriously trouble Platinumcard is another matter.

TFRHHHII BHA116

Br B g Golden Lariat (USA) - Flemensfirth Lady (IRE) Sean Bowen J O Redeemers Syndicate Gordon Elliott, Ireland T B W. Moran Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer on the Flat and made a successful start in handicap hurdles for new yard (first-time tongue tie) at Ayr (2m, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. 7lb higher now but he continues to look thrown in on Flat form. Can’t oppose.

TFRHHHHH BHA111

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sunshine Story (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Greystoke Owners Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Gestut Romerhof Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit since landing a 2m handicap at Haydock last winter but he is starting to look well TFRHHHII BHA107 handicapped and his latest Hexham fourth was respectable. One of 2 runners for his stable.

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Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Lady’s Locket (IRE) Thomas Dowson J O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T B Miss Madeline Burns Atlas Concrete Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well when third of 12 at Kelso earlier this month. First-time hood worn on that occasion left off here.

TFRHHIII BHA104 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2021: HISTORIC HEART (IRE) 4 11 9 David Noonan 6-1 (Nigel Hawke) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 4-7 Platinumcard (IRE), 9-2 Parisencore (FR), 10-1 Eclair de Beaufeu (FR), 11-1 Serious Ego (GER), 25-1 Malangen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

It could be a while before the handicapper catches up with PLATINUMCARD over hurdles and he should be very hard to beat. The unexposed Parisencore is preferred to the selection’s stablemate Eclair de Beaufeu for the forecast spot.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PLATINUMCARD (IRE) 2.PARISENCORE (FR) 3.ECLAIR DE BEAUFEU (FR)

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ABBREVIATIONS BF - Beaten Favourite. B - Brought Down. C - Course Winner. D - Distance Winner. F - Fell.

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THIRD RACE 2.40 THREE MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 6F 121YDS) (6,100m)

THE WILLIAM HILL HIGHLAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (For The Julian Llewellen Palmer Memorial Trophy) for five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £30000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £11935, 2nd £5969, 3rd £2983, 4th £1493, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £15575.56)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Mulholland (15 wins from 59 runners, 25%) runs HEAVEY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Sherwood (3 wins from 7 runners, 43%) runs SEASTON SPIRIT Weightwatcher: SEASTON SPIRIT won off a handicap mark of 125, his rating is now down 15lb to 110.

Longest Traveller: DUBAI DEVILS trained by P Stafford, SCHOOL LANE trained by L Lennon, & JIMMIL trained by G Cromwell, all Ireland.

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O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age

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1 POPPA POUTINE (IRE) (14) 402212 BF

6 11-13

2 JIMMIL (IRE) (36) 415/-P05

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3 AMATEUR (IRE) (15) 41-55P1

9 11-10

4 I SEE YOU WELL (FR) (14) 162211

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5 DUBAI DEVILS (IRE) (36) 003241

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6 RATH AN IUIR (IRE) (27) 2/11-564

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7 OSCAR ROBERTSON (IRE) (43) 4-61P22

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8 SLIPWAY (IRE) (21) 2B-P1P5

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Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sherchanceit (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J O Options O Syndicate Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Mrs Mary O’Connor Options Energy Services Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who confirmed more positive signs over fences when strong at the finish to score at Wincanton (25f) in March.

Good 1/2-length second to re-opposing I See You Well at Fontwell (26f) since and fancied to figure once more.

TFRHHHII BHA131

Br B g Milan - Garlucy (IRE) Kieren Buckley (5) J O Terence Conroy Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T B Terence Conroy TIMEFORM VIEW Made light of his opening mark when successful at Navan (3m, heavy) back in March 2020. However, he’s not figured in trio of starts since returning from a lengthy absence this term and would need to see market support to make him of significant interest. TFRHHHII BHA130

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Br Ch g Giant’s Causeway (USA) - Adja (IRE) Tom O’Brien J O Burnham P & D Ltd John Flint, Bridgend T B Dayton Investments Ltd Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Justified good support when landing West Wales National for second successive year at Ffos Las (28f) 2 weeks ago, produced to lead 4 out and always in control after. 6lb higher now but claims if arriving in same form.

TFRHHHHH BHA128

Br B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Bonne Mere (FR) Micheal Nolan J O Philippa Downing, Clive Dunning & S Pitt Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Mr Michael Bauduin & Mr Francois Mell We Do Vans S TIMEFORM VIEW 9-y-o who is enjoying a productive 2021/22 campaign, edging out Poppa Poutine final 100 yds to go in again at TFRHHHII BHA128 Fontwell (26f) earlier this month. Raised only 2lb for that and claims with consistency hard to knock.

Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Saddlers Leader (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (5) J O Mrs L. Skelly Paul Stafford, Ireland T B Kevin Neville TIMEFORM VIEW Irish raider who had no issue with increased stamina test when forging clear to score over 32f at Hexham in March. Handicapper has reacted but he’s still low-mileage over extreme distances. TFRHHHII BHA127

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Amathea (FR) Craig Nichol J O Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T B Godfrey Moylan Hazelrigg Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Landed his first two starts in this sphere at Carlisle (at up to 3m) during 2020. Missed last year but did catch the eye second start back when sixth in the Eider Chase in February. Kelso run since was disappointing but there’s undoubtedly an air of unfinished business about him. TFRHHHII BHA125

Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Beaus Polly (IRE) Jonathan Burke J O Crossed Fingers Partnership Tom George, Slad T B Margaret Vaughan HBA Media S TIMEFORM VIEW 8-y-o who made most of good opportunity to double chase tally at Wetherby (3m) in November. Pulled up next time but quickly back on track with pair of runners-up efforts at Hereford/Wincanton. Longer trip may bring about a little more progress. TFRHHHII BHA125

Br B g Stowaway - Little Sioux (IRE) Luca Morgan (3) J O Mrs S. N. J. Embiricos Ben Pauling, Naunton T B M. Phelan Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden hurdler who belied odds of 33/1 when opening chase account at Southwell (3m) in January. Pulled up at Chepstow next time and whilst back to form when fifth at Newbury (22.4f) 3 weeks ago, he was never dangerous.

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9 LADRONNE (FR) (45) 43-1631

8 10-11

10 GLITTERING LOVE (IRE) (25) 651642

10 10-9

11 SOME DETAIL (IRE) (39) 430413

8 10-9

12 SEASTON SPIRIT (GB) (36) 5-P0P0P

9 10-6

13 HEAVEY (GB) (45) 20U14P C

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Br B g Linda’s Lad - Worldeta (FR) Sean Quinlan J O T C Racing Syndicate Tjade Collier, Wilsden T B Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler who stepped up on his Wetherby run in February when doubling chase tally at Newcastle (23.4f) last month, TFRHHHII BHA115 responding well to regain lead on run-in. That may not prove his limit. Cheekpieces added on back of a wind op.

Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Glittering Image (IRE) Brian Hughes J O The Fife Boys + 1 Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B D. Robb Kingdom Taverns, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser who reacted well to first-time blinkers when leading close home over fences at Carlisle (26f) in December.

TFRHHHII BHA113 Not in same form next 2 starts but back on track with a second-place finish over hurdles at Hexham last month.

Br B g Getaway (GER) - You Should Know Me (IRE) Tom Buckley (3) J O Molly and Paul Willis Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T B Liam O’Regan Junction 24 Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who opened chase account at Taunton (23f) in February and backed that up when 5 lengths third over extended 28f at that venue in March. Should give another good account in present groove. TFRHHHHI BHA113

Br B g Kayf Tara - Aphrodisias (FR) Alain Cawley J O Mr Michael Fiddy Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T B Dr G. W. Guy Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Now 15lb lower than for his Sussex National success at Plumpton (28.4f) last January, but it’s been a struggle TFRHHIII BHA110 this season, first-time visor (again fitted) failing to spark a revival at Hexham (31.9f) last month.

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Br B g Trans Island - Clohamon Gossip (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O Qdos Racing Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Mr C. Dawson QDOS HOMES, Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form when off mark over fences in novices’ handicap at Wincanton (25.1f, heavy) in January. However, TFRHHHII BHA106 not in same form either start since, pulled up at Newcastle (23.4f) early on last month. Bounce back called for.

14 SCHOOL LANE (IRE) (33) 111464

9 10-2

15 STRAIGHT SWAP (IRE) (10) 513652

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Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Mangan Monte (IRE) Sam Ewing (3) J O Miss J. Wilson Liam Lennon, Northern Ireland T B Mr Patrick Francis Doyle TIMEFORM VIEW In rude health during the winter, landing back-to-back handicaps at up to 21f. Hasn’t been disgraced since, including when fourth faced with an inadequate test at Downpatrick (19.2f) in March. Worth another crack at this much longer trip.TFRHHHHI BHA106

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Br B or Br g Yeats (IRE) - Alittlebitofheaven Derek Fox J O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T B Donal & Pat Barnwell TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who was acquired for just £2,500 by present stable prior to finishing runner-up in a 3-runner Ayr handicap chase (27f) 10 days ago. That may not prove his limit but that doesn’t appeal as solid form.

TFRHHHII BHA105 DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2021: CYCLOP (IRE) 10 11 11 Brian Hughes 12-1 (Matt Sheppard) 13 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Visor worn by No. 12.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 13.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

Stewards Note: HEAVEY: Following its run on 8/3/2022 it was reported that the horse made several jumping errors.

Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Poppa Poutine (IRE), 8-1 I See You Well (FR), 10-1 Amateur (IRE), Dubai Devils (IRE), 11-1 Ladronne (FR), Some Detail (IRE), 14-1 Oscar Robertson (IRE), Glittering Love (IRE), Straight Swap (IRE), 18-1 Rath An Iuir (IRE), Slipway (IRE), School Lane (IRE), 20-1 Heavey (GB), 22-1 Jimmil (IRE), 33-1 Seaston Spirit (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Plenty in with chances in a competitive renewal, the narrow vote in favour of AMATEUR. John Flint’s charge justified market support when resuming winning ways at Ffos Las 2 weeks ago and, in the hope this doesn’t come too quick, he can be expected to make his presence felt again. Some Detail will be a danger to all if they go a good pace, whilst School Lane, Dubai Devils and Poppa Poutine are others worth a look.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AMATEUR (IRE) 2.SOME DETAIL (IRE) 3.SCHOOL LANE (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 3.15 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)

THE BUILDING BETTER, BETTER FUTURES, KIER CONSTRUCTION NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £13000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4841, 2nd £2421, 3rd £1210, 4th £606, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £6317.36) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Mulholland (15 wins from 59 runners, 25%) runs FRAU GEORGIA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (5 wins from 35 runners, 14%) runs GERYVILLE Longest Traveller: FRAU GEORGIA trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 445 miles.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 INTO OVERDRIVE (GB) (25) 536411

7

11-8

2 LE CHEVAL NOIR (IRE) (144) 0510-44 D

8

11-8

3 SEVEN NO TRUMPS (IRE) (46) 343-133

7

11-7

4 GERYVILLE (FR) (45) 12P221

6

11-4

5 BANGERS AND CASH (IRE) (70) 202-216

6

11-3

6 IF NOT FOR DYLAN (IRE) (26) 012442

7 10-9

7 FRAU GEORGIA (IRE) (24) 5U123P CD

8 10-6

8 SEEMINGLY SO (IRE) (45) P06514 D

9 10-3

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Brig Jamie Hamilton J O Mrs Wendy Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T B Mr & Mrs Michael Hamilton Mark Walford Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for cheekpieces when winning handicap chases at Carlisle (novice) and Hexham last month. Likely he has more to offer and a further 3lb rise may not prevent the hat-trick.

TFRHHHHH BHA123

Br B g Le Fou (IRE) - Bonny Lass Craig Nichol J O Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T B Mr Paul Keane Hazelrigg Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdle winner who wasn’t disgraced in a couple of chase starts in the autumn and remains with the potential for better in this sphere back from a break.

TFRHHHII BHA123

Br B g Milan - Ballyknock Present (IRE) Harry Skelton J O Mr Frank McAleavy Dan Skelton, Alcester T B B. Higgins Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising start over fences when scoring at Lingfield in November. Better form in defeat at Market Rasen and Wetherby since. Likely to give another good account now stepping up to 3m for the first time.

TFRHHHHI BHA122

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Br B g Rail Link - Rosaville (FR) Alain Cawley J O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T B Thierry Cypres Effingham Steel Services Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW French recruit who belied odds of 40/1 to make winning start for Micky Hammond in Wetherby handicap in October. Runner-up TFRHHHII BHA119 on 3 of next 4 starts and got his head back in front in a small field at Newcastle last month. Only nudged up 2lb.

Br B g Fame And Glory - Cash Customer (IRE) Luca Morgan (3) J O OAP II Ben Pauling, Naunton T B Joyce Lee Horse & Groom East Ashling S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who made a winning chase debut at Taunton (23f) over Christmas. Not in anything like the same form when last of 6 at Kempton in February but it’s possible he’ll bounce back after a short break.

TFRHHHII BHA118

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Exit Stage Left (IRE) Thomas Dowson J O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T B Martin Cullinane TIMEFORM VIEW Came good in 20.5f Ayr handicap in January. Consistent in defeat since, although he did rather throw it away by hanging when second at Carlisle latest. Should figure but does have the odd quirk.

TFRHHHII BHA110

Br B m Germany (USA) - Sumability (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J O Mr J. Henderson (Co Durham) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Kenneth Parkhill Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Won over C&D in September and placed on her next 2 starts. Off 5 months, possibly needed the run when pulled up at Uttoxeter 24 days ago. May fare better at venue which clearly suits. TFRHHHII BHA107

Br Br g Dubai Destination (USA) - Jane Hall (IRE) David Noonan J O S. Townshend and P. Read L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T B Ms A. J. Fox Postpack Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when off the mark over fences at Musselburgh (3m) in February but retreated back into his shell when a remote fourth at Newcastle 16 days later. Doesn’t seem the easiest to predict.

TFRHHIII BHA102 12

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: LANDOFSMILES (IRE) 8 11 4 James Bowen 5-2 (Peter Bowen) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 7, 8.

Stewards Note: LE CHEVAL NOIR: Following its run on 29/11/2021 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

BANGERS AND CASH: Following its run on 11/2/2022 it was reported that the horse was not suited by the tight track.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Into Overdrive (GB), 4-1 Seven No Trumps (IRE), 6-1 Geryville (FR), 7-1 Bangers And Cash (IRE), 10-1 If Not For Dylan (IRE), 12-1 Le Cheval Noir (IRE), 14-1 Frau Georgia (IRE), 20-1 Seemingly So (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

INTO OVERDRIVE is selected to defy the handicapper again and complete a hat-trick. Seven No Trumps has taken well to fences and can give him most to do ahead of If Not For Dylan, who isn’t straightforward but can’t be knocked for consistency since the hood has gone on.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INTO OVERDRIVE 2.SEVEN NO TRUMPS (IRE) 3.IF NOT FOR DYLAN (IRE)

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The Perth National Hunt Owners’ Championship Results up to and including Thursday 23rd September

Simon Munir & Issac Souede Touchwood Racing Ayrshire Racing The County Set Seven Ken McGarrity

66 41 40 38 30

The Perth National Hunt Trainers’ Championship Results up to and including Thursday 23rd September

Olly Murphy S R B Crawford Donald McCain Neil Mulholland Fergal O’Brien

148 116 79 73 63

The Perth National Hunt Jockeys’ Championship Results up to and including Thursday 23rd September

Brian Hughes Sean Quinlan Daryl Jacob Danny McMenamin Aidan Coleman

240 94 92 79 79

Points scoring: Points are awarded to the first, second and third in all races run at Perth throughout the season. 1st = 10 points, 2nd = 5 points, 3rd = 3 points.

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FIFTH RACE 3.45 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)

THE EDINBURGH GIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) for five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5675, 2nd £2838, 3rd £1418, 4th £710, 5th £280.

(Penalty Value £7406.56)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (45 wins from 149 runners, 30%) runs SMOKING GUN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 90 runners, 13%) runs SMOKING GUN Longest Traveller: SMOKING GUN trained by G Elliott, Ireland.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 MINELLA TRUMP (IRE) (121) 111112 CD BF

8 11-12

2 SMOKING GUN (IRE) (4) F1P30F

9

11-11

3 MAROWN (IRE) (18) 2210-P4 D

8

11-2

4 GUY (IRE) (30) 4-22622 BF

7

11-1

5 AMALFI DOUG (FR) (18) 3133P0 CD

12 10-11

Br B g Shantou (USA) - One Theatre (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Mr T. G. Leslie Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B John G. Victory Proactive Personnel Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Absolutely thriving, and he completed a remarkable 7-timer in 19f novice chase at Catterick.

Good second at Ludlow last time, so he’s a player once more.

TFRHHHHH BHA140

Br B g Gold Well - The Wounded Cook (IRE) Sean Bowen J O D.Barnard,N.Courtney,M.Madden,Gin&GGee’s Gordon Elliott, Ireland T B Messrs T. & J. Hayes Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a good prize at Fairyhouse in November. Fell first in Irish Grand National there four days ago and sort to bounce back.

TFRHHHHI BHA139

Br B g Milan - Rosie Suspect (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Mr John Donovan Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last term but yet to hit top form in two runs this season, fourth of 8 in handicap chase at Kelso (23.4f) 18 days ago. More needed.

TFRHHIII BHA130

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Sept Verites (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J O W.G. & A.G. Vestey Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T B Corrib Racing Agetur (UK) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who has been a good second on 4 of his 5 outings this term, including in 3m Ludlow handicap 30 days ago. Likely to go well once more.

TFRHHHII BHA129

Br Gr g Network (GER) - Queissa (FR) Billy Garritty J O The County Set (Seven) & Partner Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B Mr Nicolas Taudon & Mr Joel Poitou Rollstud Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner but off 5 months before only seventh of 8 in handicap chase at Kelso (23.4f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Needs to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA125 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2021: FORTESCUE 7 11 7 Richard Patrick 3-1 (Henry Daly) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: MINELLA TRUMP: Following its run on 22/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was unnerved after the 1st fence.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Guy (IRE), 3-1 Minella Trump (IRE), 4-1 Marown (IRE), 5-1 Smoking Gun (IRE), 18-1 Amalfi Doug (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

MINELLA TRUMP saw his winning spree finally come to an end at Ludlow but he’s fancied to quickly get back on the up at the chief expense of Irish raider Smoking Gun, who is turned out quickly after coming down at the first in the Irish Grand National earlier in the week. The consistent Guy is another who can have a say.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MINELLA TRUMP (IRE) 2.SMOKING GUN (IRE) 3.GUY (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 4.18 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)

THE THANKYOU SANDY STEWART AND FIONA FLETCHER NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) for novice four yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2629, 2nd £1315, 3rd £657, 4th £329, 5th £280, 6th £280.

(Penalty Value £3430.98) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (31 wins from 349 runners, 9%) runs PETITE RHAPSODY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Lacey (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs IMMORTAL FAME Longest Traveller: BLUMEN GLORY trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 445 miles.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 IMMORTAL FAME (IRE) (32) 061011 D

6 11-12

2 BE THE DIFFERENCE (IRE) (31) 133624 BF

6

11-11

3 CAILIN DEARG (IRE) (28) 511424 D

7

11-11

4 TOMMYDAN (IRE) (33) 104002

7 11-10

5 BELLA BLUESKY (GB) (27) 10-6216

6

11-9

6 FATHERS ADVICE (IRE) (60) 20P045

5

11-9

7 MISS MILANO (IRE) (26) 3643F3

7

11-8

8 BLUMEN GLORY (IRE) (35) 436204

6

11-7

Br B g Fame And Glory - Calverleigh Court (IRE) Stan Sheppard J O Mr F. J. Allen Tom Lacey, Woolhope T B Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited Plusbac S TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a hat-trick, and posted career best in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Wincanton (21.4f) 32 days ago. Has more to offer, so he’s well in the mix despite another 5lb rise. TFRHHHII BHA105

Br B g Califet (FR) - Rinroe Flyer (IRE) Thomas Dowson J O The Vacuum Pouch Company Limited Philip Kirby, Richmond T B F. Mc Mahon Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Ayr scorer in November who has continued in good nick, fourth at Market Rasen (23.1f) 31 days ago. Shortlisted off 1lb lower mark.

TFRHHHII BHA104

Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Lepidina (IRE) Bruce Lynn (5) J O Jacobs,Tebay & Dobbin Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T B Miss R. Tonson Rye TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 20f winner this season who posted good fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f) 28 days ago. Ought to be competitive again.

TFRHHHII BHA104

Br B g Recital (FR) - Sovienne (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O The Mere Partnership Jennie Candlish, Leek T B Thomas Creedon Pra World Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Easily best of three runs for his current yard when second of 13 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Carlisle (17f) 33 days ago. Can give another good account.

TFRHHHII BHA103

Br Br m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lady Bluesky Craig Nichol J O Mr A. C. Whillans Ewan Whillans, Hawick T B Alistair Whillans Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account in this sphere at Kelso in February. Only sixth of 8 in handicap there 27 days ago though, so she needs to get back on track.

TFRHHHII BHA102

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Br B g Aiken - I’ll Have It (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen J O The Racing Suite R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Alastair Pim TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden, and poor fifth in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (17f) 60 days ago. Others appeal more. Engaged 4.55 here Thursday.

TFRHHIII BHA102

Br B m Milan - Dewasentah (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (10) J O Tor Side Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Miss Mary O’Sullivan First Recruitment Group, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, respectable third of 6 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (17f) 26 days ago. Not discounted in her bid for a maiden victory.

TFRHHHII BHA101

Br B g Fame And Glory - Blume (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J O The Colony Stable LLC Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Sydney Bennett Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Had wind op before below-par fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (24.4f) 35 days ago.

Cheekpieces on 1st time with more needed.

TFRHHIII BHA100 18

9 THE JAD FACTOR (IRE) (18) 502312 D BF

6

11-7

10 WOLFSPEAR (IRE) (23) 14033

6

11-6

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Sumability (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O John Dickson R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Kenneth Parkhill TIMEFORM VIEW Comes here in excellent form, scoring at Newcastle before runner-up in handicap at Kelso (22.7f) 18 days ago. Firmly in the picture.

TFRHHHHI BHA100 Br B g Fame And Glory - Espresso Lady (IRE)ER NN O Mrs Diana L. Whateley -RU N B Exors of the Late John Harrington O

J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Cedar Invest Limited S

N

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

TFRIIIII BHA99

11 EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE (IRE) (25) 3-66531 D

6

11-3

12 BRANDY MCQUEEN (IRE) (28) 403004

5

11-2

13 BESTIARIUS (IRE) (13) 435661 D

10 11-0

14 PETITE RHAPSODY (IRE) (28) 0F2052

7 10-6

Br Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Magie de Toulouse (FR) Brian Hughes J O Katie and Brian Castle Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Mr James Cummins & Ms Jacqueline Taylor Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Hexham (20.1f) 25 days ago. Still unexposed, and remains of interest despite taking a 4lb rise in the weights.

TFRHHHHI BHA96

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Down Ace (IRE) Edward Austin (5) J O Mr Scott Townshend Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherfo, Jedburgh T B Mr P. Sullivan Discovery Bloodstock S TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden, but he posted good fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f) 28 days ago. No forlorn hope.

TFRHHHII BHA95

Br B g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Chione (IRE) Tom Midgley (5) J O Gillianboanas, Douglasrenton & Partner Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T B Commandant Brendan Healy TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark to finally get off the mark over hurdles in 12-runner handicap at Newcastle (20.3f) 13 days ago. Possibilities.

TFRHHHII BHA93

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Peggy Cullen (IRE) Patrick Wadge (10) J O Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Killian Traynor Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Orion Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to register a victory, but he recorded excellent second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f) 28 days ago. Expected to be bang there.

TFRHHHHH BHA85 DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2021: SHAWS BRIDGE (IRE) 8 11 2 Billy Garritty 9-2 (Micky Hammond) 10 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8.

Stewards Note: Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Everyday Champagne (IRE), 6-1 Petite Rhapsody (IRE), 7-1 The Jad Factor (IRE), 8-1 Immortal Fame (IRE), 10-1 Cailin Dearg (IRE), 11-1 Bestiarius (IRE), 16-1 Be The Difference (IRE), Tommydan (IRE), 20-1 Miss Milano (IRE), 28-1 Bella Bluesky (GB), Blumen Glory (IRE), Brandy McQueen (IRE), 50-1 Fathers Advice (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Plenty are in with a shout. PETITE RHAPSODY signalled he’s ready to open his account when a fine second at Musselburgh and can go one better now. Everyday Champagne warrants plenty of respect, while in-form duo The Jad Factor and Immortal Fame are two more who figure high on the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PETITE RHAPSODY (IRE) 2.EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE (IRE) 3.THE JAD FACTOR (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 4.53 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)

THE WILLIAM HILL SCRATCH OF THE DAY OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for four, five and six yrs old ª Total race value £5000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2020, 2nd £1010, 3rd £505, 4th £253, 5th £126.

(Penalty Value £2640.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (45 wins from 149 runners, 30%) runs GUN RUNNER CASH Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 90 runners, 13%) runs GUN RUNNER CASH Longest Traveller: GUN RUNNER CASH trained by G Elliott & AMERICAN LAND trained by S R B Crawford, both Ireland.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 JIMMY’S JET (GB) (20) 1U D

6

11-5

2 MUSIC DRIVE (FR) (37) F-1210

5

11-5

Br B g Jet Away - Southway Queen Craig Nichol J O Mr J. Fyffe Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T B Richard Mathias J. F. Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Sandy Thomson Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase but landed a bit of a touch on debut at Ayr in October. Changed hands after and swerved and unseated his rider back there 3 weeks ago. Visor replaces tongue tie. Probably worth another chance.TFRHHHHI BHABr B g Muhtathir - Acland Street (FR) ER NN O Mr David Barnard U R B M.L. Bloodstock Ltd ON

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

N

J

Gordon Elliott, Ireland T Gordon Elliott S TFRIIIII BHA-

3 BARLEY BREEZE (GB) (155) 64

5

11-1

4 BARNARDS GREEN (IRE) (35) 303

6

11-1

5 GLORIOUS OSCAR (IRE) (-)

5

11-1

6 GUN RUNNER CASH (IRE) (-)

5

11-1

7 BLAME ROSE (IRE) (26) 4

5 10-8

8 AMERICAN LAND (IRE) (-)

4 10-7

Br Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Attente de Sivola (FR) Joe Williamson (5) J O Tor Side Racing Philip Kirby, Richmond T B Sullivan Bloodstock & Noel Fehily Racing First Recruitment Group, Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Similar form in a brace of bumpers during the autumn and much more needed here.

TFRHHIII BHA-

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Strawberry Lane (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J O Mr M. Creed Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Michael Creed Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty of ability when third at Southwell on debut in December and having seemed amiss there a month later, he got right back on track at Doncaster last month. TFRHHHII BHA-

Br B g Fame And Glory - Flowers On Sunday (IRE) J ER O Mr & Mrs J Tuttiett Ben Pauling, Naunton T NN U R NJeremy B Oliver Loughlin Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S NOgelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Eaton Collina. Dam unraced TIMEFORM VIEW £105,000 3-y-o, Fame And Glory half-sister to bumper winner/smart hurdler (stays 19f) Quick Grabim. Makes plenty of appeal on paper. TFRHHHII BHA-

Br B g Jet Away - Brownie Points (IRE) Sean Bowen J O Gordon Elliott Gordon Elliott, Ireland T B Thomas Maher Mr Elliott, Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORM VIEW Jet Away gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful chaser Tardree and fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser Ballinsker, stays 23f. Hood fitted and he’s a noteworthy newcomer for top yard. TFRHHHHH BHA-

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Br B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Christmas Cracker (IRE) Dillan Hurst (7) J O The Nelson Racing Partnership Susan Corbett, Otterburn T B Mr Michael Shannon Finnies Heavy Haulage S TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 5 in bumper at Carlisle (17f, good) on debut 26 days ago.

TFRHIIII BHA-

Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Golan Annie (IRE) O Steven Crawford B John Leahy TIMEFORM VIEW €15,000 3-y-o, Malinas gelding. Dam unraced.

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Brian Hughes J S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T TFRHHHII BHA-

9 COULDNTGIVAMONKEYS (IRE) (18) 0

4 10-7

10 MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) (50) 2

4 10-7

Br B g Valirann (FR) - Monets Dream (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O green spittal and smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Kenneth Parkhill TIMEFORM VIEW Tenth of 12 in bumper at Kelso (16.2f, good to soft, 28/1) on debut 18 days ago.

TFRHIIII BHA-

R Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Numero Huit E (IRE) NN O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Major Fortu U R B Noel O’Brien ON N

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

J

Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Monu-Skincare Cheltnham Spa S TFRIIIII BHA-

11 SPLIT THE BILL (IRE) (44) 4 BF

4 10-7

Br B g Champs Elysees - Spin The Wheel (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Mr J N Swinbank Micky Hammond, Middleham T B J. B. Bloodstock Ltd Micky Hammond Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Champs Elysees gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/smart hurdler Indefatigable and bumper winner Litigate. Dam unraced. Strong in the betting but in need of the experience starting out at Catterick.

TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 11 2021: IMPERIAL STORM (IRE) 5 11 0 Sean Quinlan 8-13 (Fergal O’Brien) 5 ran Hood worn first time by No. 6. Visor worn first time by No. 1.

Stewards Note: JIMMY’S JET: Following its run on 2/4/2022 it was reported that the horse lost action and ran out.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Gun Runner Cash (IRE), 2-1 Jimmy’s Jet (GB), 7-2 Barnards Green (IRE), 20-1 Split The Bill (IRE), 28-1 American Land (IRE), 50-1 Barley Breeze (GB), 100-1 Blame Rose (IRE), 150-1 Couldntgivamonkeys (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GUN RUNNER CASH is very interesting on debut and could be the way to go.

Jimmy’s Jet is worth another chance fitted with a visor, while Barnards Green also has claims.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GUN RUNNER CASH (IRE) 2.JIMMY’S JET 3. BARNARDS GREEN (IRE)

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CONDITIONS First Race 1.30 - THE WILLIAM HILL KINNOULL NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, April 16th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. William Hill has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning Owner. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 19 entries at £30. - Closed April 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6153 to the winning horse The second to receive £2835, the third £1417, the fourth £709 and the fifth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

April 20th. Penalties, after April 9th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. William Hill has generously sponsored this race and shall present a Challenge trophy plus mementos to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey. In addition, a £100 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of William Hill. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 14 entries, 1 at £8 and 13 at £40. - Closed April 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £4715; Second £2358; Third £1179; Fourth £590; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £6153.98) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.40 - THE WILLIAM HILL HIGHLAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (For The Julian Llewellen Palmer Memorial Trophy) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15575 to the winning horse The second to receive £7175, the third £3586, the fourth £1796, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 9th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. William Hill has generously sponsored this race and shall present a Challenge trophy plus mementos to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey. In addition, a £100 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of William Hill All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of William Hill. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply. 25 entries, 1 at £12 and 24 at £60. - Closed April 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11935; Second £5969; Third £2983; Fourth £1493; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £15575.56) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.15 - THE BUILDING BETTER, BETTER FUTURES, KIER CONSTRUCTION NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6317 to the winning horse The second to receive £2910, the third £1454, the fourth £728, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 106 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 105 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Lowest weight 10st 3lb; Highest weight 11st 8lb Penalties, after April 9th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Kier Construction has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner as well as a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 19 entries, 3 at £8 and 16 at £40. - Closed April 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4841; Second £2421; Third £1210; Fourth £606; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £6317.36) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.45 - THE EDINBURGH GIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7406 to the winning horse The second to receive £3412, the third £1705, the fourth £854 and the fifth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 9th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. William Hill has generously sponsored this race and shall present a Challenge trophy plus mementos to the winning Owner In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

The Scottish Memories Challenge Cup shall also be presented to the winning owner, to be held for one year only. 15 entries at £45. Closed April 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5675; Second £2838; Third £1418; Fourth £710; Fifth £280.

(Penalty Value £7406.56) SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.18 - THE THANKYOU SANDY STEWART AND FIONA FLETCHER NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3430 to the winning horse The second to receive £1580, the third £790, the fourth £395, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 16th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Penalties, after April 9th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Fiona Fletcher shall present a trophy to the winning owner, and award a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 33 entries at £20. - Closed April 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2629; Second £1315; Third £657; Fourth £329; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3430.98) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.53 - THE WILLIAM HILL SCRATCH OF THE DAY OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2640 to the winning horse The second to receive £1215, the third £607, the fourth £304 and the fifth £151. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, April 16th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 1lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb Of 3 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. William Hill has generously sponsored this race and a memento shall be presented to the winning Owner and a £100 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 25 entries at £25. - Closed April 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2020; Second £1010; Third £505; Fourth £253; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

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Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers LINDA PORTER, JIM BONAR, MICHELLE MAUGHAN

Chief Steward ADRIAN SHARPE

Veterinary Officer ARTHUR KIDD

Stewards Panel Chair FRANCES CLARK

Veterinary Surgeons ANDREW HUMPHRIES, EUGENIO CILLAN-GARCIA, WILL MARSHALL, SUSIE ARMSTRONG

Assistant Steward LYNDSAY ALLAN Raceday Assistant TRACEY HAMILTON

Medical Officers Dr SMITH, Dr JOHNSTON, Dr RONALD

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