Perth Racecard - Thursday 12th May

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THURSDAY 12TH MAY 2022 OFFICIAL RACECARD & FORM GUIDE

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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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5 DAPHNE MOON (IRE) (34) 10-P544

Br B or Br m Kalanisi (IRE) - Massini Rose (IRE) O Mrs B. McConnell 14 B Patrick Griffin 15

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Sean Bowen J Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who stepped up on her chase debut when fourth in mares’ novice at Thurles (22f) in February. Unsuited by the drop back in trip next time so this longer distance should suit.

TFRHHHII BHA128

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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 Horses Trainer & Their Location Horse’s owner Horse’s breeder

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.

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FIRST RACE 2.15 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)

THE EDINBURGH GIN ORANGE AND BASIL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for maiden four yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418.

(Penalty Value £4356.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 346 runners, 9%) runs SNOW JOEKING Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S Crawford (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs HAREL DU MARAIS and NO MOR ISOLATION Longest Travellers: BATTLE FRONTIER trained by T Cogan and NO MOR ISOLATION & HAREL DU MARAIS trained by S Crawford, all Ireland.

Br Breeding colours

1

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 BATTLE FRONTIER (IRE) (39) 1F4464-

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11-4

2 CIRQUE ROYAL (GB) (159) 2255-

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11-4

3 FOXHOLLOW (IRE) (104) 2-

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11-4

4 HARD IRON (IRE) (12) 45-0

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11-4

5 HAREL DU MARAIS (FR) (81) F6-

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11-4

6 HARRY D’ARC (FR) (226) 0-

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11-4

7 KNOT ANOTHER ONE (IRE) (105) 06-

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11-4

8 NO MOR ISOLATION (IRE) (-)

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Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Estuary Princess (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Monica Cogan/Yvonne Cogan/L.Browne Tara Lee Cogan, Ireland T B Francis Flynn TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded 1st time, good effort on third start over hurdles when fourth of 16 in novice at Fairyhouse (20f) last month, going with enthusiasm from the front. Leading contender with Brian Hughes on board. TFRHHHHH BHA-

Br B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Botanique (IRE) Mr N. McParlan (3) J O Mr P. J. McBurney Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T B Godolphin TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat and left hurdling debut form behind when second in maiden at Gowran in October. Creditable fifth at Cheltenham next time, before possibly unsuited by conditions at Aintree. Respected.

TFRHHHHI BHA118

Br B g Westerner - Accordingtoherself (IRE) Ryan Mania J O Trading Products Limited Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T B Patricia Prenderville Sandy Thomson Racing, Trading Products Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Made encouraging start to career when second of 10 in novice hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f) in January. Has since left Gavin Patrick Cromwell. Likely to improve.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br B g Milan - Novacella (FR) Callum Bewley J O Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Cleaboy Stud Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to useful hurdler/high-class chaser Royal Rendezvous. Offered something to work on in bumpers but seventh of 12 in novice on hurdling debut at Hexham. Looks one for the longer term. TFRHHIII BHA-

Br Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Urbi Et Orbi (FR) Daryl Jacob J O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T B Mr Thierry Gouzerh et al TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement on Rules debut when sixth of 8 in bumper at Musselburgh in February, in contention early in straight before lack of a recent outing possibly told. Tongue tie on for hurdles debut.

TFRHHHII BHA-

Br Gr g Diamond Boy (FR) - Via de Lune (FR) Sean Quinlan J O Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Nicole Terriere & Mahe Guiberteau Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Made plenty of appeal on paper but failed to meet expectations when tailed off in bumper at Sedgefield on debut. Off 7 months ahead of making hurdles debut.

TFRHHIII BHA-

Br Ch g Ocovango - Nora’s Flame (IRE) Sean Bowen J O Mr Andrew Phillips James Ewart, Langholm T B D. Caverley James Ewart Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW In need of the experience both starts over hurdles so far, his jumping still a work in progress.

Looks more one for handicaps further down the line.

TFRHHIII BHA-

Br B g Califet (FR) - The Youngone (IRE) Craig Nichol J O Mrs Pat Sloan S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T B Joe Sloan TIMEFORM VIEW First foal. Dam unraced sister to high-class hurdler (2m-19f winner) Iktitaf. One of 2 in the line-up for a yard whose runners on these shores always merit respect.

TFRHHIII BHA4

9 IVYNATOR (IRE) (103) 44-

4 10-12

10 SANOSUKE (IRE) (20) 324-

4 10-12

11 SNOW JOEKING (IRE) (81) 00-

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Br B g Muhaarar - Venturous Spirit (FR) Stephen Mulqueen J O The Good To Soft Firm Jean McGregor, Milnathort T B Dayton Investments Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat. Showed some promise when fourth in a Warwick juvenile on hurdles bow in November, but failed to improve when filling the same position at Catterick later the same month. TFRHHIII BHA97

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Fix (NZ) Danny McMenamin 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. Didn’t jump fluently on yard/hurdles debut but much better when runner-up in a Kelso novice in March. Lesser effort over C&D last time but it’s still early days. TFRHHHII BHA107

Br B g Snow Sky - Thereinimaygo (IRE) Derek Fox J O Mr Nigel Hogan Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Patrick Hogan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Finished down the field in a pair of bumpers so far, looking more one for the longer term.

TFRHHIII BHAMakes hurdles debut.

12 TWENTY’S PLENTY (GB) (-)

4 10-12

Br B g Intrinsic - Strategic Island (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O Mr J. B. Walton James Walton, Morpeth T B J. B. Walton TIMEFORM VIEW First foal. Dam point winner/little impact over hurdles. Up against it on debut.

TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 12 2021: LARGY TRIX (IRE) 7 11 4 Brian Hughes 18-1 (S R B Crawford) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Battle Frontier (IRE), 3-1 Cirque Royal (GB), 11-2 Foxhollow (IRE), 14-1 Harel du Marais (FR), Sanosuke (IRE), 16-1 Harry d’Arc (FR), 18-1 Ivynator (IRE), 20-1 No Mor Isolation (IRE), 33-1 Hard Iron (IRE), 40-1 Snow Joeking (IRE), 50-1 Knot Another One (IRE), 66-1 Twenty’s Plenty (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BATTLE FRONTIER ran well on his third start over hurdles last time and can build on that effort to get off the mark. Having gone from the front at Fairyhouse (20f), he was headed only after the last so he could benefit from the drop back in trip. He can get the better of Cirque Royal who was possibly unsuited by heavy ground when last seen, while Foxhollow is open to improvement following a promising debut.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BATTLE FRONTIER (IRE) 2.CIRQUE ROYAL 3.FOXHOLLOW (IRE)

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LOOK

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CHECK

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No matter what size or shape your breasts are, check them regularly.

COMMON SIGNS OF BREAST CANCER INCLUDE…

A lump or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit

A change to the skin, such as puckering or dimpling

A change in the colour of the breast – the breast may look red or inflamed

A nipple change, for example it has become pulled in (inverted)

Rash or crusting around the nipple

Unusual liquid (discharge) from either nipple

Changes in size or shape of the breast

Pain in your breast or armpit that’s there all or almost all the time

Some of these signs and symptoms may appear differently on various skin tones.

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SECOND RACE 2.45 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)

THE DM HALL 125TH ANNIVERSARY NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5675, 2nd £2838, 3rd £1418, 4th £710.

(Penalty Value £7406.56)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (48 wins from 157 runners, 31%) runs CHAMPAGNE SPARKLES Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (7 wins from 65 runners, 11%) runs CHAMPAGNE SPARKLES Fancy That: S Crawford won this race in 2014 and 2017. The stable runs OUR TED today.

Longest Travellers: CHAMPAGNE SPARKLES trained by G Elliott, BRAVE WAY trained by H De Bromhead and OUR TED trained by S Crawford, all Ireland.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER (IRE) (64) P/63431-

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11-4

2 CHAMPAGNE SPARKLES (FR) (123) 2/P23PP-

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Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Meldrum Hall (IRE) A. P. Heskin J O McNeill Family & Patrick&Scott Bryceland Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Thomas F. Hannon Ultima Business Solutions S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort got off the mark over the fences when beating Ask A Honey Bee in a match at Catterick in March.

Concedes weight all round but promises to be at his best over staying trips and holds strong claims. TFRHHHHI BHA129

Br Br g Masked Marvel - Royale du Berlais (FR) Sean Bowen J O Caldwell Construction Ltd Gordon Elliott, Ireland T B S.A.R.L. Neustrian Associates Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler made the placings on first 2 chase starts at Tramore and Wexford but pulled up on each of his last 2 outings and now isn’t the easiest to have faith in after a break. TFRHHHII BHA123

3 OUR TED (IRE) (26) 40400-

7 10-12

4 BRAVE WAY (IRE) (20) 360/442- D

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Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Glorious Moments (IRE) Daryl Jacob J O Armagh Down Partnership S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T B Mr K. Haverty TIMEFORM VIEW Only one piece of modest form across 3 novice hurdles starts and he’s very hard to fancy making chase debut in this company.

TFRHHIII BHA105

10-5

Br B m Jeremy (USA) - Black Mariah (IRE) Rachael Blackmore J O Mr K. Alexander Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T B J. H. Walsh TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten at odds-on on both chase starts to date but shaped like the best horse when runner-up at Kilbeggan 20 days ago, the race lost with a slow jump at the last. Up in trip here but remains likely to improve. TFRHHHHH BHA126 DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2021: BALLYMOY (IRE) 8 11 10 Daryl Jacob 1-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.

Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Brave Way (IRE), 2-1 Champagnesuperover (IRE), 9-2 Champagne Sparkles (FR), 33-1 Our Ted (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER at least matched his novice hurdling form over fences last season, but the suspicion remains that he can prove even better over staying trips and he can prove up to the task of conceding weight to his rivals here. Brave Way surely has more to come and looks the obvious danger, whilst Champagne Sparkles is clearly preferred for third.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER (IRE) 2.BRAVE WAY (IRE) 3.CHAMPAGNE SPARKLES (FR)

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THIRD RACE 3.20 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)

THE EDINBURGH GIN RASPBERRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) for five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3589, 2nd £1795, 3rd £897, 4th £449, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £4683.56)

Leading course trainer (17-22): Fergal O’Brien (19 wins from 72 runners, 26%) runs CAP ST VINCENT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Fergal O’Brien (10 wins from 41 runners, 24%) runs CAP ST VINCENT Weightwatcher: AMALFI DOUG won off a handicap mark of 129, his rating is now down 7lb to 122.

Longest Traveller: HEAVEY & FRAU GEORGIA trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 445 miles.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

no horse

age

1 AMALFI DOUG (FR) (20) 133P04- CD

12 12-2

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2 EAGLEHILL (FR) (24) 1P/13P5- D

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11-11

3 CAP ST VINCENT (FR) (23) 426/345-

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11-11

4 CILAOS GLACE (FR) (94) 000/21F-

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5 BAFANA BLUE (GB) (207) 13/2360- D

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11-7

6 IF NOT FOR DYLAN (IRE) (20) 12442U-

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11-4

7 HEAVEY (GB) (20) 0U14PP- C

8 10-13

8 FRAU GEORGIA (IRE) (20) U123P4- CD

8 10-12

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 Won 3 times at this C&D (7 victories overall here). Off 5 months before seventh of 8 in handicap chase at Kelso (23.4f) in April and possibly still needed the run over C&D last time. Major player.

TFRHHHHH BHA122

Br Gr g Blue Bresil (FR) - Ratina de Vaige (FR) Aidan Coleman J O Mr John P. McManus Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Scea Barbottiere TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage chaser who added to his tally in 3-runner Fakenham handicap chase (3m) in October.

However, has run poorly last 2 starts, going in snatches at Huntingdon on latest. Blinkers on 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA117

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Br B g Muhtathir - Criquetot (FR) Connor Brace J O The Yes No Wait Sorries Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B S.C.E.A. Haras Des Monts D’Arree et al bresbet ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning chaser. Shaped better than the bare result on second outing for this yard at Kempton last month and was unsuited by emphasis on speed back over hurdles last time. Can go well.

TFRHHHHI BHA117

Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Miss Glacee (FR) Jonathan Burke J O Heart of the South Racing 118 Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T B Mr Anthony Gourama Heart Of The South Bloodstock S TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of return in November when off the mark over fences in handicap at Fontwell (19.5f) the following month. Going well when falling 5 out back there since. Well handicapped on old form. TFRHHHHI BHA116

Br B g Blueprint (IRE) - Anniejo Conor O’Farrell J O Hogarth, Morris, Percival & Irving Maurice Barnes, Brampton T B George F. White Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd, H Hogarth Jewellers S TIMEFORM VIEW Gained first win since 2019 in handicap chase at Wetherby (24.2f) in April last year. Had been holding his form well since until below par effort at Sedgefield in October. Off a further 6 months.

TFRHHIII BHA113

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Exit Stage Left (IRE) William Shanahan (7) J O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T B Martin Cullinane TIMEFORM VIEW Came good in 20.5f Ayr handicap chase in January. Consistent in defeat since and run best excused last time when stumbling and unseating after the fourth over C&D last time. More needed though.

TFRHHHII BHA110

Br B g Trans Island - Clohamon Gossip (IRE) Richie McLernon 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 the mark over fences in novices’ handicap at Wincanton (25.1f) in January. Not in the same form since, though failed to stay at this course (30.6f) 20 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA105

Br B m Germany (USA) - Sumability (IRE) Harry Reed 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 lost nothing in defeat at Worcester next time. Off 5 months prior to being pulled up at Uttoxeter in March but failed to come on for that outing back here 20 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA104 12

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: UPTOWN HARRY (IRE) 7 11 4 Ross Chapman 15-8 (Jane Walton) 6 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note: FRAU GEORGIA: Following its run on 22/4/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Cilaos Glace (FR), 5-1 Cap St Vincent (FR), 6-1 Amalfi Doug (FR), 13-2 If Not For Dylan (IRE), 15-2 Frau Georgia (IRE), 17-2 Eaglehill (FR), 10-1 Heavey (GB), 14-1 Bafana Blue (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

AMALFI DOUG is the current Perth modern-day record holder with 7 wins and he can add another victory to his tally at his favourite course. Having had 5 months off, he looks to have been finding his way back to form on his last 2 starts and is now 6lb below his last winning mark. The main dangers could be Cap St Vincent and Cilaos Glace, who are also both well handicapped on old form.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AMALFI DOUG (FR) 2.CAP ST VINCENT (FR) 3.CILAOS GLACE (FR)

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

P - Pulled Up. R - Refused. S - Slipped Up. U - Unseated. d - Disqualified. r - Ran Out.

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FOURTH RACE 3.55 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)

THE EDINBURGH GIN RHUBARB AND GINGER 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, 6th £280.

(Penalty Value £6153.98)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 346 runners, 9%) runs AURORA THUNDER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Dalgleish (9 wins from 42 runners, 21%) runs GARDE DES CHAMPS and HIGHWAY COMPANION Longest Traveller: OVERTHETOP & NOTRE PARI trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 371 miles.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 OVERTHETOP (IRE) (817) 11/1614//- D

8

12-0

2 NOTRE PARI (IRE) (54) 3/20431- D

8 11-13

3 FIRE AWAY (IRE) (20) 11P501- D

9 11-13

4 AURORA THUNDER (GB) (41) 2P123F- D

8

11-9

5 BIGBADMATTIE (IRE) (38) F121PP- D

8

11-6

6 HIGHWAY COMPANION (IRE) (42) 5213/4/P- D

8 10-12

7 KAJAKI (IRE) (54) 404313-

9 10-12

8 BEENO (IRE) (48) 031600- C

13 10-11

Br Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dawn Bid (IRE) Aidan Coleman J O What the Elle Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B R. J. Whitford McCoy Contractors S TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner who made it 2 wins from 3 starts over hurdles at Newcastle in January 2020. Seemingly unsuited by conditions when well-beaten in Grade 2 at Haydock 6 weeks later and having not been seen since, he’s probably best watched on return. TFRHHHII BHA125

Br Br g Jeremy (USA) - Glynn Approach (IRE) Lewis Stones (5) J O Mr John P. McManus Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Seamus Cooney TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a drop in class to score under this rider at Fontwell back in March, first-time cheekpieces seemingly having a positive effect. Nudged up just 2lb, he’s of obvious interest again if arriving in the same mood.

TFRHHHHI BHA124

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Joan’s Girl (IRE) Harry Reed J O The Stagger Inn L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T B Brian Moran Postpack Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who has a terrific strike rate since joining this stable, making it 6 wins in much calmer waters back over hurdles at Southwell (20.4f) just under 3 weeks ago. Cheekpieces replace the visor and he has to be respected back in handicap company with the yard going great guns. TFRHHHII BHA124

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Br B m Malinas (GER) - Ninna Nanna (FR) Alan Doyle (7) J O Allson Sparkle Ltd Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale S TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day and may well have won had she met the last on a better stride at Ayr last month (going best at the time). She has to be taken seriously provided that fall hasn’t left its mark. TFRHHHHH BHA120

Br B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Arcuate Ryan Mania J O BB Racing Club & Partner James Ewart, Langholm T B Mr Eugene McDermott James Ewart Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Worcester winner in first half of last season for Emma Lavelle. Pulled up on both outings for current yard (latest after a breathing operation) so he’s tough to make a case for on recent evidence. Cheekpieces applied. TFRHHIII BHA117

Br B g Milan - Niffyrann (FR) Brian Hughes J O Weldspec Glasgow Limited Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B Dora Bloodstock Weldspec Baku Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Musselburgh in 2020 but showed nothing on return from a lengthy absence at Wetherby 6 weeks ago. Down to his last winning mark but would require a huge leap of faith to get involved. TFRHHIII BHA109

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - No Quest (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O P L Polly Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Epona Bloodstock Ltd Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a long losing run when cosily accounting for 10 rivals at Sedgefield (21.2f) at the end of January.

Similar form on the back of a 4lb rise at Newcastle since and he’s one of the more likely contenders. TFRHHHII BHA109

Br B g Exit To Nowhere (USA) - Kay Theatre (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O Mrs Margaret Coppola & Mrs Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T B Mrs A. Kirkwood Tote S TIMEFORM VIEWCourse winner last September who having been very easy to back, shaped better than the distance beaten suggested when tenth at Musselburgh (17.4f) 7 weeks ago (dropping away having helped force pace). Not getting any younger but handicapper taken a chance in dropping him 4lb.

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9 GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (48) 0/43240-

6 10-9

10 A PLACE APART (IRE) (21) 5/F0P0/P-

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Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - La Reine de Riogh (IRE) Billy Garritty J O Mr I. T. Buchanan Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B John P. Cahill Keith Dalgleish Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Run to fair level first 2 starts over hurdles but last couple of efforts have left plenty to be desired, turning in a tame finishing effort on the back of a breathing operation at Musselburgh 7 weeks ago. Tough to recommend on that evidence. TFRHHIII BHA106

Br B g Power - Simadartha (USA) Thomas Dowson J O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T B Lynch Bages Ltd Atlas Concrete Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Went off the boil for Gavin Cromwell in 2020 and predictably showed nothing on return from a lengthy absence here 3 weeks ago having been sold cheaply. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA102 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2021: MINELLA TRUMP (IRE) 7 11 8 Brian Hughes 7-2 (Donald McCain) 11 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 7.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Notre Pari (IRE), 4-1 Aurora Thunder (GB), Kajaki (IRE), 11-2 Fire Away (IRE), 8-1 Overthetop (IRE), 20-1 Garde des Champs (IRE), 22-1 Highway Companion (IRE), 28-1 Bigbadmattie (IRE), 33-1 Beeno (IRE), 66-1 A Place Apart (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The result was still very much up in the air when AURORA THUNDER came to grief at the final flight at Ayr just under 6 weeks ago, Lucinda Russell’s charge seemingly going best at the time.

Provided that fall hasn’t left its mark, she can gain some much-deserved compensation at the expense of Notre Pari, who looked in good nick when scoring at Fontwell in March. Fire Away notched a sixth win for his current yard last time so he’s another worth considering.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AURORA THUNDER 2.NOTRE PARI (IRE) 3.FIRE AWAY (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 4.25 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)

THE EDINBURGH GIN SEASIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) for four yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3464, 2nd £1732, 3rd £866, 4th £433, 5th £280, 6th £280.

(Penalty Value £4520.18) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (24 wins from 83 runners, 29%) runs KAYFAST WARRIOR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J J Hanlon (2 wins from 17 runners, 12%) runs A MERE BAGATELLE Longest Traveller: A MERE BAGATELLE trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.

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J Jockey

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no horse

S Sponsor age

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1 ROMA BANGKOK (GB) (366) P6/1-

6 12-0

2 WELL PLANTED (FR) (21) 245013-

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3 KAYFAST WARRIOR (IRE) (48) 313235- D

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4 FATHERS ADVICE (IRE) (21) 0P0452-

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5 MALANGEN (IRE) (12) 52036-0

7

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6 WILHELM VONVENSTER (FR) (62) 6104U6-

8 10-11

7 MUHTAMAR (FR) (91) PF/2600-

7 10-11

8 SCOTS SONNET (GB) (17) 6F1540- C

8 10-10

Br B g Mount Nelson - Magika Stephen Mulqueen J O Mr M. Barnes Maurice Barnes, Brampton T B Wattlefield Stud Ltd & Partner Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW LIghtly-raced Flat winner caused 100/1 upset to win Sedgefield novice in May 2021, well suited by the emphasis on speed. Remains to be seen whether he can reproduce that form in a handicap after a year off the track. TFRHHHII BHA109

Br B g Planteur (IRE) - Next Dream (FR) Ryan Mania J O Drew & Ailsa Russell R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Mr Gerard Fontaine Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Looked exposed before causing a 25/1 upset in a 4-runner novice at Musselburgh in March and proved that was no fluke when third in a C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Can figure again. TFRHHHHI BHA106

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Stranded Brian Hughes J O Middleham Park Racing XXXVI Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B Clarecastle Stud Ltd Tattersalls (Ireland) Ltd, Proactive Personnel Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Juvenile winner at Wetherby in December but form has taken a little bit of a dip since blinkers were added, producing a laboured effort in a juvenile handicap last time. More likely needed.

TFRHHHII BHA108

Br B g Aiken - I’ll Have It (IRE) William Shanahan (7) J O The Racing Suite R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Alastair Pim TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly back to form when second in C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Still lightly-raced enough to think he can prove up to this mark and he’s not ruled out.

TFRHHHII BHA102

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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 Has been busy since reappearing in late-March, his Kelso third a standout in a series of otherwise underwhelming efforts. Engaged here 8.40 Wednesday.

TFRHHHII BHA100

Br B g Apsis - Princesse Gaelle Sean Quinlan J O Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Pascal Noue & Richard Mark Venn Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Gained his breakthrough win at Sedgefield in November and has largely shaped as if still in form without being seen to best effect since. Holds good chance on recent efforts with Quinlan replacing claimer. TFRHHHHH BHA92

Br Ch g Muhtathir - Martalina (FR) Alan Doyle (7) J O Mrs J. M. Dodd James Ewart, Langholm T B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Puy James Ewart Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Standout effort in 2021/22 when second at Ayr on return and has gone the wrong way since.

Hard-pulling sort looks tough to fancy.

TFRHHIII BHA92

Br B g Poet’s Voice - Jabbara (IRE) Callum Bewley J O Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B W. M. Johnstone Crawton Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Won here in September but hasn’t been at his best on the Flat since winning Newcastle minor event in January. Bit to prove now back hurdling.

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9 A MERE BAGATELLE (IRE) (224) 0/50000-

5 10-10

10 LOCKDOWN LEADER (IRE) (65) P2/06P0-

6 10-8

11 JACKHAMMER (IRE) (21) 3///03261- CD

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Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Passionforfashion (IRE) Sean Bowen J O Miss Rachel O’Neill John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T B Mrs P. O’Rourke TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler in Ireland and looks hard to make a case for on these terms.

TFRHHIII BHA91

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Holy Vow (IRE) Edward Austin (5) J O The Golf Inn Racers Ewan Whillans, Hawick T B R. Busher TIMEFORM VIEW Glimmers of promise early last season but form has tailed off in 2022, well beaten on first start after leaving Evan WIlliams last time. Back down in trip here.

TFRHHHII BHA89

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Br B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Ask Annie (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O Margaret Coppola & Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T B F. Dunne Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career-best when winning over C&D 3 weeks ago, overhauling a pair of rivals TFRHHHHI BHA88 on the run-in. Up only 4lb and fancied to go well again.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2021: HOOROO (IRE) 4 11 2 Aidan Coleman 5-1 (Olly Murphy) 9 ran Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10.

Stewards Note: SCOTS SONNET: Following its run on 25/4/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Jackhammer (IRE), 9-2 Well Planted (FR), 9-1 Wilhelm Vonvenster (FR), 10-1 Roma Bangkok (GB), 11-1 Fathers Advice (IRE), 12-1 Kayfast Warrior (IRE), 14-1 Malangen (IRE), Scots Sonnet (GB), Lockdown Leader (IRE), 22-1 Muhtamar (FR), 28-1 A Mere Bagatelle (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

WILHELM VONVENSTER has been shaping better than recent form figures suggest and may represent value with Sean Quinlan in the saddle. Jackhammer built on some promising mid-season efforts to score over C&D last time and has a fine chance of following up. Well Planted, third to Jackhammer last time, is slightly better off the weights and can be involved again.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WILHELM VONVENSTER (FR) 2.JACKHAMMER (IRE) 3.WELL PLANTED (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 4.55 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 20YDS) (4,000m)

THE EDINBURGH GIN CLASSIC HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) for five yrs old and upwards ª Total race value £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2337, 2nd £1169, 3rd £584, 4th £292, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £3049.76)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 346 runners, 9%) runs BOY’S ON TOUR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (5 wins from 33 runners, 15%) runs FURAX Fancy That: L Russell won this race in 2013 and 2018. The stable runs BOY’S ON TOUR today.

Longest Traveller: FRESH NEW DAWN trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 371 miles.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

S Sponsor

no horse

age

1 FRESH NEW DAWN (IRE) (137) 5/6321P-

10 12-0

st-lb

2 PASSNOTALEGEND (GB) (461) 1/2/5356/-

9 11-13

3 VICTORY ECHO (IRE) (5) 631P5-P D

9 11-13

4 SWORD OF FATE (IRE) (9) 26065-3 CD

9 11-10

5 BOY’S ON TOUR (IRE) (30) 345563- CD

10 11-4

6 FURAX (FR) (45) 20/0P5P-

7

11-4

7 GET WITH IT (IRE) (33) 4F0/525-

7

11-3

8 TICO TIMES (IRE) (26) 240055-

9

11-1

Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Star Shuil (IRE) Fergus Gregory J O The Dream Big Syndicate Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B R. McCarthy McCoy Contractors S TIMEFORM VIEW Battled well to score at Market Rasen in November but produced a laboured effort when pulled up only start since. Placed here twice last summer and claims if back at best after break. TFRHHHHI BHA105

Br B g Flying Legend (USA) - Passmenot William Shanahan (7) J O Miss D. M. M. Calder Simon Waugh, Morpeth T B Miss Doreen M. M. Calder TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but form in a trio of novice hurdles in 2020/21 was only modest and he doesn’t strike an obvious one to make winning chase debut after 15 months off.

TFRHHIII BHA104

Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Serendipity (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J O Mr M. Barnes Maurice Barnes, Brampton T B Miss Anne Marcella Casey Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Who has run poorly on all 3 occasions since landing 19f Catterick handicap in February.

Not one to have confidence in.

TFRHHIII BHA104 (-2)

Br B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE) Derek Fox J O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T B Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice here (including hurdles) last summer and has shaped as if in better heart recently, a creditable third over the smaller obstacles at Ayr last week. Dangerous from this mark. TFRHHHHH BHA101

Br B g Beneficial - Galant Tour (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen J O Foresight Racing Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B Mrs Meliosa Walshe Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Slipping in weights and got closer then for long while when 1 3/4 lengths third at Ayr last month.

Has won 4-times over C&D and not ruled out of making the frame again.

TFRHHHII BHA95

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Br Gr g Martaline - Veleha (FR) Jack Hogan (7) J O URSA Major and Partners Micky Hammond, Middleham T B Pierre de Maleissye Melun Micky Hammond Racing, Elston Engineering Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Winning chaser in France but could hardly have shown any less for current yard.

TFRHHIII BHA95

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Listening (IRE) Craig Nichol J O Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T B Mrs Mary McCann Hazelrigg Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t been disgraced in 3 starts since returning from a 10-month absence/wind-op earlier this year. Probably needs to improve for the switch to chasing to make winning start from this mark but he holds place claims.

TFRHHHII BHA94

Br Br g Arcadio (GER) - Roomier (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J O Mrs Evelyn Slack Dianne Sayer, Penrith T B Mrs Kay Curtis TIMEFORM VIEW Good start to chasing last spring/summer, winning first 2 starts before a fine second at Sedgefield. Yet to recapture that form after a winter break, but can’t be fully ruled out from below last winning mark.

TFRHHHII BHA92 24

9 FOURTH OF JULY (IRE) (12) 55023-4

7 10-12

10 BUDARRI (GB) (137) 23///6F34-

9 10-9

Br B g Salutino (GER) - Akasha (IRE) Ryan Mania J O Quigley and Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Mr R. Michael Smith TIMEFORM VIEW Clearly in good heart, having made the frame on each of last 3 starts, and remains very well treated on best form.

Seemingly didn’t get home over this trip last time, though, and stamina doubts slightly temper enthusiasm. TFRHHHHI BHA89

Br B g Supreme Sound - Amtaar Sean Quinlan J O Cruikshank Coltherd R. Mike Smith T B Neil J. Cruikshank Michael Bell Racing, Bell Rural Solutions S TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over fences during early 2019. Proved he retains ability after long absence this winter, though jumping proved an issue when last seen at Sedgefield on Boxing Day. TFRHHHII BHA86

11 DIAMOND ROAD (IRE) (201) 0P6PP/0-

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Br B g Tikkanen (USA) - Silver Tassie (FR) O Off and Running B David Kells TIMEFORM VIEW No sign of ability over hurdles/fences.

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Thomas Dowson J Jean McGregor, Milnathort T TFRHIIII BHA69

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2021: ST LAWRENCE GAP (IRE) 9 11 1 David England 11-1 (Olly Murphy) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6.

Stewards Note: FRESH NEW DAWN: Following its run on 26/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

BOY’S ON TOUR: Following its run on 12/4/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left handed late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Fourth of July (IRE), 5-1 Boy’s On Tour (IRE), 6-1 Sword of Fate (IRE), 7-1 Fresh New Dawn (IRE), 17-2 Tico Times (IRE), 11-1 Get With It (IRE), Budarri (GB), 16-1 Victory Echo (IRE), 22-1 Furax (FR), 33-1 Passnotalegend (GB), 300-1 Diamond Road (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

SWORD OF FATE won from 5lb higher here last season and his last 2 starts have produced rejuvenated performances, so he’s fancied to take this. Fourth of July’s connections stick with this longer trip but he’s the obvious danger on form, whilst Fresh New Dawn is interesting on return from a break.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SWORD OF FATE (IRE) 2.FOURTH OF JULY (IRE) 3.FRESH NEW DAWN (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 5.30 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)

THE EDINBURGH NAVY STRENGTH CANNONBALL GIN MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ª Total race value £6017 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2212, 2nd £1106, 3rd £553, 4th £290, 5th £280, 6th £280.

(Penalty Value £2886.38) Weights raised 16lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (24 wins from 83 runners, 29%) runs DURRAGH Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Fergal O’Brien (10 wins from 41 runners, 24%) runs THE GIRL THAT SANG Longest Traveller: THE GIRL THAT SANG trained by Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham, 376 miles.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor age

st-lb

1 SHE’S A ROCCA (IRE) (62) 0P/0431- D

7

12-0

2 DURRAGH (IRE) (21) 345651- CD

5 11-10

3 LIZZIE LOCH (GB) (38) 5303PP-

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11-8

4 THE GIRL THAT SANG (IRE) (103) 00646/0-

8

11-8

5 ANNIES REGATTA (GB) (21) 50042F-

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11-7

6 THAT’S YOUR LOTTIE (GB) (34) 00244P-

7 10-13

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Hannigan’s Lodger (IRE) Danny McMenamin J O Mrs IC Sellars & Major & Mrs P Arkwright Nicky Richards, Greystoke T B Mrs M. Curran Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when third in handicap hurdle at Doncaster in January after 4 months off/in 1st time tongue tie.

Off the mark next time in 3-runner event at Newcastle, travelling well. More needed.

TFRHHHII BHA89

Br B m Camelot - Laylati (IRE) Brian Hughes J O Mr Robert Aplin Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T B A. Hanahoe Proactive Personnel Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Well backed, didn’t need to improve when off the mark in handicap hurdle over C&D 21 days ago, going best when left in front 2 out. Could be more to come now that she’s got her head in front. TFRHHHHI BHA85

Br Br m Maxios - Quenched Craig Nichol J O Mrs Elizabeth Ferguson Ewan Whillans, Hawick T B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat winner who remains a maiden in this sphere and is difficult to catch right.

Pulled up last 2 starts and drop back in trip is not enough to tempt.

TFRHHIII BHA83

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Soul Mate (IRE) Connor Brace J O The Yes No Wait Sorries Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T B Mrs E. J. O’Grady bresbet ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler for Sean Conway. Off 15 months, shaped better than the result on debut for new yard, refusing to settle in handicap at Uttoxeter (19.9f) in January. Interesting back at 2m TFRHHHHH BHA83

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Queens Regatta (IRE) Derek Fox J O Mercer Campbell Stanners Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T B Bruce Mactaggart Michael Bell Racing, Bell Rural Solutions S TIMEFORM VIEW Ran respectably when second of 6 in handicap at Carlisle (17f) in March, no match for winner. Still firmly in touch when falling 4 out over C&D 21 days ago. Finding her way over hurdles and can go well. TFRHHHHI BHA82

Br B m Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Caoba Stephen Mulqueen J O The Jackson Partnership Katie Scott, Galashiels T B Distillery Stud A1 Framing S TIMEFORM VIEW Ran poorly on chase debut at Carlisle in December but runner-up in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh next time. However, that remains a standout effort and she was pulled up over fences last time. TFRHHIII BHA74 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2021: EVITA DU MESNIL (FR) 7 11 3 Ross Chapman 10-1 (Daragh Bourke) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

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Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Durragh (IRE), 5-2 She’s A Rocca (IRE), 4-1 The Girl That Sang (IRE), 5-1 Annies Regatta (GB), 22-1 That’s Your Lottie (GB), 25-1 Lizzie Loch (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

THE GIRL THAT SANG showed plenty of speed last time over 19.9f on her stable debut so the drop back in trip looks a positive move. That was also her first run following 15 months off and the 8-y-o can build on that effort to open her account.

Durragh is feared most after getting off the mark over C&D, while Annies Regatta can go well having still been in contention when falling 4 out here last time.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THE GIRL THAT SANG (IRE) 2.DURRAGH (IRE) 3.ANNIES REGATTA

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CONDITIONS First Race 2.15 - THE EDINBURGH GIN ORANGE AND BASIL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Edinburgh Gin shall present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries at £30. - Closed May 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.45 - THE DM HALL 125TH ANNIVERSARY NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7406 to the winning horse The second to receive £3412, the third £1705 and the fourth £854. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £54 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 steeple chase 6lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 or Class 2 steeple chase 10lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, providing the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over obstacles. DM Hall will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 5 entries at £54. - Closed May 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5675; Second £2838; Third £1418; Fourth £710. (Penalty Value £7406.56) SEE PAGE 9 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.20 - THE EDINBURGH GIN RASPBERRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4683 to the winning horse The second to receive £2157, the third £1078, the fourth £540, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Edinburgh Gin will present a memento to the winning owner plus a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse. 10 entries at £30. - Closed May 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3589; Second £1795; Third £897; Fourth £449; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280.

(Penalty Value £4683.56) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.55 - THE EDINBURGH GIN RHUBARB AND GINGER 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, the fifth £350 and the sixth £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. May 10th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Edinburgh Gin will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be given to the lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries, 1 at £8 and 16 at £40. - Closed May 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4715; Second £2358; Third £1179; Fourth £590; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £6153.98) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.25 - THE EDINBURGH GIN SEASIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4520 to the winning horse The second to receive £2082, the third £1040, the fourth £521, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Edinburgh Gin shall present a memento to the winning owner, plus a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 19 entries at £30. Closed May 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3464; Second £1732; Third £866; Fourth £433; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4520.18) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.55 - THE EDINBURGH GIN CLASSIC HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3049 to the winning horse The second to receive £1405, the third £702, the fourth £351, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Edinburgh Gin shall present a memento to the winning owner in this race. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £25. - Closed May 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2337; Second £1169; Third £584; Fourth £292; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3049.76) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.30 - THE EDINBURGH NAVY STRENGTH CANNONBALL GIN MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2886 to the winning horse The second to receive £1329, the third £664, the fourth £350, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Penalties, after April 30th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb.

Edinburgh Gin shall present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries at £20. - Closed May 6th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2212; Second £1106; Third £553; Fourth £290; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £2886.38) Weights raised 16lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

OFFICIALS Preses Lord MANSFIELD

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

Chief Steward ADRIAN SMITH

Veterinary Officer TIM DAVIES

Stewards Panel Chair PHILIP SPOTTISWOOD Trainee Stewards Panel Chair PETER FORSTER Assistant Steward HELEN KINSELLA

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

Starters MICHAEL REID RUSSELL GARRITTY

Medical Officers Dr ELLIOTT, Dr JOHNSTON, Dr TUT PIPPA HALL

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Commentator SIMON HOLT

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