Perth Racecard - Wednesday 26th April

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

Br B or Br m Kalanisi (IRE) - Massini Rose (IRE)

7 11-0

Sean Bowen J

O Mrs B. McConnell Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Patrick Griffin

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.

1. 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

2. BHA Rating

3. Timeform View & TFR Rating

4. Saddlecloth number

5. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey

6. Horse’s name

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

8. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

9. Days since the horse last run

10 Horse’s age

11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)

12. Jockey

13. Horses Trainer & Their Location

14. Horse’s owner

15. Horse’s breeder 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.

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 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.

TFRHHHII BHA128

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FIRST RACE 1.30

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

THE CONGRATULATIONS CORACH RAMBLER

GRAND NATIONAL 2023 MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2921, 2nd £1461, 3rd £730, 4th £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 332 runners, 10%) runs JEM IN EM

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs JEM IN EM

Longest Traveller: BLEU D’ENFER & O’HALLORANS CASTLE & NOWINITTOWINIT trained by S Crawford, Ireland.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse age st-lb

1 BIG GANGSTA (IRE) (103) PF1-2P5

7 11-6

Br B g Califet (FR) - Tempest Missile (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J

O Mr John Thomas Hanbury James Moffatt, Cartmel T

B G. Merrigan Janusian Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran a fair level when runner-up at Sedgefield only outing in bumpers but dropped away tamely both starts in maiden hurdles (breathing problem on hurdling debut). Has had a breathing operation since last seen. TFRHHIII BHA-

2 BLEU D’ENFER (FR) (16) 525540

5 11-6

Br Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Quesotho Royale (FR) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Mr F. Duvivier & Mr G. Defontaine

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who was back to his best when fourth of 17 in 2m maiden at Navan in March. Typically found little when disappointing at Fairyhouse since but still warrants respect on the pick of his form. TFRHHHHI BHA122

3 CREAM OF THE WEST (IRE) (125) F2/-6

7 11-6

Br B g Westerner - Clare Hogan (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Quandt & Cochrane

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Denis Roche Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points back in October 2020 and offered something to work on at the first attempt hurdling faced with an inadequate test when sixth of 14 at Ayr (2m) in December Up in trip Likely to improve TFRHHHII BHA-

4 CUZCO DU MATHAN (FR) (41) 2F-3U6P

Br Gr g Martaline - Thisbee du Mathan (FR)

5 11-6

Charlotte Jones (3) J

O Mr Thomas Gardner James Moffatt, Cartmel T

B Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau Fitzdares Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser in France. Changed hands for EUR20,000 but has offered little both starts for new yard Back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA110

5 DANCE THIEF (IRE) (32) P0UU51 D

5 11-6

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Don’t Wait (IRE) Thomas Dowson J

O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B P. O’Connell

TIMEFORM VIEW Leading Light gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/modest chaser Walkers Point and a point winner Easily off mark in points at seventh attempt (Mar 25). Market for clues. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 INVICTUS WORLD (FR) (221) 421

5 11-6

Br B g Nicaron (GER) - Amie des Champs (FR) Mr N. McParlan (3) J

O Mr P. J. McBurney Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T

B Mme Celine Clerc & Mme Valerie Lutz

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve a great deal to get off the mark in bumpers at the third attempt in 16-runner event at Navan (15.8f, good) in September, finding extra when tackled final 1f Bred to be suited by this step up in trip now hurdling. TFRHHHHH BHA-

7 IT’S DAN (IRE) (28) 002

Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Shady Pines (IRE)

O green spittal and smith

B Kenneth Parkhill

5 11-6

William Shanahan (7) J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in his sole bumper but showed more than first time up over hurdles when second in 7-runner maiden at Newcastle (16.9f, soft) 4 weeks ago Up in trip TFRHHHII BHA-

8 JEM IN EM (IRE) (80) 3-10230 C

5 11-6

Br B g Well Chosen - Apache Rose (IRE) Derek Fox J

O The Jemsters

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B David McKeever Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course bumper winner who made the frame in a pair of maiden hurdles in mid-winter Disappointed on Musselburgh handicap debut since but it remains early days Tongue strap on for 1st time TFRHHHHI BHA104

9 JETEYE (IRE) (35) 2F4

6 11-6

Br Br g Jet Away - Shuil Sionnach (IRE) Jonathan England J

O Mr A. McCormack Sam England, Guiseley T

B Mrs Juliet Brown

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on his completed outing in Irish points and offered something to work on sent hurdling when fourth in a small-field novice at Haydock (15.6f) last month. Step up in trip promises to suit. TFRHHHII BHA-

10O’HALLORANS CASTLE (IRE) (17) 0-600

5 11-6

Br Ch g Libertarian - Fashion’s Worth (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Mr Ben George Crawford

B Mr S. Wafer

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field sole start in bumpers but has shown slightly more encouraging signs in 3 maiden hurdles, albeit never better than mid-field. Up in trip TFRHHHII BHA-

11 ONE STEP UP (FR) (75) 0

5 11-6

Br B g Cockney Rebel (IRE) - Or des Joncs (FR) Sean Quinlan J

O Tor Side Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B S.A.R.L. European Bloodstock Management First Recruitment Group, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in a Bangor novice hurdle on debut in February

12 BAYONETTA (IRE) (32) PP333P

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 10-13

Br B m Leading Light (IRE) - Me Julie Kevin Brogan J

O Rodney Arthur Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T

B J. Mangan

TIMEFORM VIEW €4,250 3-y-o, Leading Light mare. Dam (c98/h81) 21f chase winner (stayed 3m) out of 2m-19f hurdle winner (stayed 25f) Miss Roberto. Maiden Irish pointer, pulled up last time (Mar 25). TFRHHIII BHA-

13 NOWINITTOWINIT (IRE) (26) 5660

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Now Its My Turn (IRE)

7 10-13

Mr Stephen Connor (7) J

O Mrs Margaret McCrudden S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Mrs Margaret McCrudden

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/maiden hurdles.

TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: SPORTY JIM (IRE) 5 11 6 A P Heskin 14-1 (Olly Murphy) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 7, 10 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1.

Stewards Note:

CUZCO DU MATHAN: Following its run on 16/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

JEM IN EM: Following its run on 5/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Bleu d’Enfer (FR), 9-2 Invictus World (FR), 6-1 Jem In Em (IRE), 10-1 It’s Dan (IRE), 14-1 Cream of The West (IRE), 16-1 Dance Thief (IRE), O’Hallorans Castle (IRE), 22-1 Jeteye (IRE), 25-1 Cuzco du Mathan (FR), 28-1 Big Gangsta (IRE), 40-1 Bayonetta (IRE), 50-1 One Step Up (FR), 150-1 Nowinittowinit (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

INVICTUS WORLD got off the mark in bumpers at the third attempt at Navan in September and, with this step up in trip promising to suit, he could be up to making a successful hurdling debut. Jem In Em and Bleu d’Enfer both disappointed on their most recent outings, but warrant respect on their earlier form.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INVICTUS WORLD (FR) 2.JEM IN EM (IRE) 3.BLEU D’ENFER (FR)

THE RESULT

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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SECOND RACE 2.00

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

THE BetVictor BALNAKEILLY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards, ™ Total prize fund £13000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £5251, 2nd £2625, 3rd £1313, 4th £657, 5th £328.

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 332 runners, 10%) runs DIAMOND STATE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs HUELGOAT

Longest Traveller: HUELGOAT trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 451 miles.

(Penalty Value £6865.30) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb

1 HUELGOAT (FR) (121) 111322

6 11-10

Br B g Voiladenuo (FR) - Cavadee (FR) Lorcan Williams J

O Owners Group 080 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Jean-Bernard Chapalain Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has fine record over fences, winning first 4 starts and running creditably in defeat since. Given a break since latest Wincanton second on Boxing Day. Likely to give a good account for last year’s winning yard TFRHHHHI BHA124

2 CAPTAIN QUINT (IRE) (31) U33215 D BF

7 11-8

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Vics Miller (IRE) Craig Nichol J

O Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Robert B. Hodgins Hazelrigg Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won on chase debut at Hexham (2m) in November and back on scoreboard in match race at Ayr (20.5f, good to firm) in March. Shaped as if still in good form (made bad mistake 4 out) when fifth of 9 at Carlisle latest TFRHHHHI BHA122

3 FUSAIN (FR) (11) 524113

8 11-8

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Savigny (FR) Kevin Brogan J

O Mr Eamon McElligott Patrick Neville, Leyburn T

B Mrs Clotilde de Barmon et al The Red Armoury S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account in a match at Newcastle (2m) in February and followed up in a 3-runner novice at Catterick (19f) 12 days ago Out of depth in Aintree Grade 1 recently (remote third) but contender back at a more realistic level. TFRHHHHI BHA122

4 GREY SKIES (IRE) (34) 12-0541

7 11-3

Br Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Garden Heaven (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Thomas Fearn Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Donal Casey Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden/novice hurdle winner last season but this point winner hasn’t made the expected progress since switch to fences, with his latest Sedgefield success gained in very fortunate circumstances, 8 lengths down when sole rival fell last. TFRHHIII BHA117

5 UNIVERSAL FOLLY (GB) (45) 14-2021

8 11-2

Br B g Universal (IRE) - Madam Jolie (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Tor Side Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Mrs P. A. Cowey First Recruitment Group, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Third hurdle win when seeing off 6 rivals at Market Rasen last month. Showed promise on the first of 2 chase starts at the end of 2022 and he returns to fences off the same mark as at Market Rasen. TFRHHHHH BHA116

6 DIAMOND STATE (FR) (29) 314324 D

7 10-9

Br B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Wonderful Diamond (GER) Derek Fox J

O Mr Gerry McGladery

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B S.C.E.A Ecurie Cerdeval Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Musselburgh in December Mostly respectable efforts since and his mark continues to ease TFRHHHII BHA109

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2022: UBETYA (IRE) 7 11 3 Harry Cobden 6-1 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Huelgoat (FR), 7-2 Universal Folly (GB), 4-1 Captain Quint (IRE), 5-1 Fusain (FR), 8-1 Diamond State (FR), 10-1 Grey Skies (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

UNIVERSAL FOLLY returns to fences off the same mark as when successful over hurdles at Market Rasen last month and gets the vote Paul Nicholls won this race last year and his Huelgoat is much respected back from a break. Captain Quint is another who should go well.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.UNIVERSAL FOLLY 2.HUELGOAT (FR) 3.CAPTAIN QUINT (IRE)

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

THIRD RACE 2.30

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) (3,200m)

THE PHIL NELSON CAPERCAILLIE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 3)

for five yrs old and upwards, ™ Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378

(Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 332 runners, 10%) runs CORRIGEEN ROCK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (5 wins from 44 runners, 11%) runs DREAMS OF HOME

Longest Traveller: CASA TALL trained by T R George, Slad, 392 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse age st-lb

1 DREAMS OF HOME (IRE) (35) 1-14445 CD

7 12-0

Br B g Jet Away - Knocktartan (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Colin and Kay Taylor Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Parkville Stud Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWEndedlastseasononawinningnoteinthisraceandpickedupwhereheleftoffbylanding17fKelsohandicaponreturninDecember Not hit those heights since but no surprise if he bounced back off a career-low mark with a tongue strap applied. TFRHHHHI BHA129

2 CORRIGEEN ROCK (IRE) (24) F11226 D

6 11-12

Br B g Westerner - Set In Her Ways (IRE) Derek Fox J

O The Caledonian Racing Society Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B J. J. Howlett Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful novice hurdler last season and winner of first 2 completed starts over fences this term. Good second at Sandown next 2 starts but failed to meet expectations at Ascot since. Type to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA

3 ASHINGTON (GB) (87) 352B32 D

8 11-7

Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Kadoma Jamie Hamilton J

O URSA Major Racing Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Springfield Farm Partnership Titan Resource Management S

TIMEFORM VIEWVersatile performer who ran right up to his best when second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield in January off 1lb higher Needs a thorough test kept to 2m but he’s likely to give it a good go back over fences and in a change of headgear TFRHHHHH BHA

4 CASA TALL (FR) (30) 3-664U4 D

9 10-5

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Gribouille Parcs (FR) Sean Bowen J

O S Nelson, D O’Donohoe, D McDermott

B Arnaud Chaille-Chaille HBA Media S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences but lost his way towards the end of last season and just respectable efforts at best this term. Headgear now given a whirl.

5 SWORD OF FATE (IRE) (20) 233041 CD 10

Br B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE)

O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T

B Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form from out of the blue when winning 8-runner handicap chase at Wetherby (15.2f, soft) 20 days ago However, was the chief beneficiary of a messy start so wouldn’t be sure to back that up TFRHHHII BHA105

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: DREAMS OF HOME (IRE) 6 11 6 Brian Hughes 6-4 (Donald McCain) 5 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.

Stewards Note: CORRIGEEN ROCK: Following its run on 2/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was outpaced.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Corrigeen Rock (IRE), 10-3 Ashington (GB), 4-1 Sword of Fate (IRE), 5-1 Casa Tall (FR), 7-1 Dreams of Home (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ASHINGTON is threatening to come good soon and looks on a workable mark back over fences. Last year’s winner Dreams of Home may emerge as the biggest threat now he’s dropped to a career-low mark.

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FOURTH RACE 3.00

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

THE BRITISH EBF BetVictor GOLD CASTLE

‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £23000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10023, 2nd £4115, 3rd £2059, 4th £1028, 5th £515, 6th £258. (Penalty Value £13098.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 332 runners, 10%) runs GIOVINCO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs MAKIN’YOURMINDUP

Longest Traveller: CARNFUNNOCK trained by S Crawford, Ireland.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse age st-lb

1 MAKIN’YOURMINDUP (GB) (67) 62-1121 D

6 11-7

Br B g Kayf Tara - Subtilty Lorcan Williams J

O Owners Group 090 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mill House Stud & Kathy Stuart Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who enhanced a good strike rate under Rules when landing the Presige Novices’ at Haydock a couple of months ago Penalised for it but another bold showing seems likely TFRHHHHI BHA133

2 CARNFUNNOCK (IRE) (45) 011241

6 11-2

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Simply Erin (IRE) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T B Edward McMahon

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who upped his game to score at Naas last time Should get the longer trip and is likely to give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA129

3 GIOVINCO (IRE) (31) 5F-111 D

6 11-2

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Whyalla (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen J

O The Young Ones Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Colm Griffin Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at third attempt between the flags in November and has easily won his first two starts over hurdles. Open to improvement and worth a try at this level for all that he has something to find. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 HITCHING JACKING (FR) (39) 23-2112 BF

6 11-2

Br B g Honolulu (IRE) - Omirande (FR) Bridget Andrews J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Hitching Ja Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr Eric Chapel Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa S

TIMEFORM VIEW Already a dual winner over hurdles and arrives on the back of another likeable performance when second at Uttoxeter 39 days ago Promises to be suited by this trip and could take the beating. TFRHHHHH BHA132

5 HURRICANE BAY (GB) (12) 21331P

7 11-2

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Another Storm Bryony Frost J

O The Hanseatic League Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T

B D. A. Wales Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEWShowedfairforminbumpersanduppedhisgamesincesenthurdling,hisstandouteffortcomingwhenthirdintheGrade2RiverDonatDoncaster in January Made the most of good opportunity at same course since and faced a stiff task at the top level at Aintree last time Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA135

6 REGAL BLUE (IRE) (93) 4-11

6 11-2

Br B g French Navy - Deceptive Nick Scholfield J

O Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Fortbarrington Stud Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Easily off the mark at the second attempt in points and readily landed his first start under Rules at Ffos Las. Open to improvement and looks a big player up in grade TFRHHHHI BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: MAHLER MISSION (IRE) 6 11 5 Tom Scudamore 5-1 (John McConnell) 6 ran

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Hitching Jacking (FR), 4-1 Hurricane Bay (GB), 9-2 Makin’yourmindup (GB), Regal Blue (IRE), 13-2 Carnfunnock (IRE), 11-1 Giovinco (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

HITCHING JACKING shaped as if a step up in trip would suit when an excellent second over 19.9f at Uttoxeter last time and he gets the narrow vote in what looks set to be a well-contested listed event. Makin’yourmindup is a danger and Regal Blue can’t be ignored with improvement on the cards.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HITCHING JACKING (FR) 2.MAKIN’YOURMINDUP 3.REGAL BLUE (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st

3rd

2nd Distance

4th Time

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FIFTH RACE 3.30

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

THE BetVictor FAIR MAID OF PERTH MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards mares ™ Total prize fund £32500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £14164, 2nd £5814, 3rd £2909, 4th £1453, 5th £728, 6th £364. (Penalty Value £18508.75)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 332 runners, 10%) runs HAUTE ESTIME

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H De Bromhead (8 wins from 29 runners, 28%) runs KAPARD

Longest Traveller: KAPARD trained by H De Bromhead & BRIDES HILL trained by G Cromwell, both Ireland.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse age st-lb

1 PINK LEGEND (GB) (6) 634131 D

9 11-4

Br B m Midnight Legend - Red And White (IRE) Charlie Deutsch J

O Mr Francis Mahon Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Mr Francis Mahon Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Backed up fine third in Mares’ Chase at the Cheltenham Festival with victory in 6-runner handicap at same course (16.3f, good, 9/4) 6 days ago Longer trip no issue and looks sure to go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA142 (+2)

2 BRIDES HILL (IRE) (17) F3221P

6 11-2

Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Wedding Cake (IRE) Keith Donoghue J

O Brides Hill Syndicate Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Grange Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Excuses in better company last time and upped her game previously when winning 5-runner Listed chase at Thurles (21.9f, good to soft). Holds strong claims.

3 HAUTE ESTIME (IRE) (45) 3-24441

HHHHI BHA146

6 11-0

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Terre Haute (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Brahms & Liszt

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Denis Duggan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences when taking 5-runner novice at Warwick (20f, soft) 45 days ago, keeping on gamely Asked a much bigger question here, though.

4 KAPARD (GB) (16) 5-P15PF

7 11-0

Br Gr m Kapgarde (FR) - Ardissone (FR) Sean Bowen J

O FB Racing Club Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B Mr & Mrs N. Faulks

TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged second chase win at Kilbeggan (19.9f) last summer but lightly raced and not run to same level since. Fell when remote third at Fairyhouse latest and bit to prove now.

5 KAPGA DE LILY (FR) (11) 55-433U D

TFRHHIII BHA140

10 11-0

Br Ch m Kapgarde (FR) - Louvisy (FR) Miss Lucy Turner J

O Lady Judith Price & Mrs Carol Shaw Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Mme C. Gualde & Mr D. De Beauregard Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed up for long way before unseating rider late on at Aintree latest and had acquitted herself well in all 3 previous starts this term. Not ruled out.

6 MAID O’MALLEY (GB) (18) 5-24342

TFRHHHII BHA135

10 11-0

Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Jolie (IRE) Sam Coltherd J

O D Crawford,S Coltherd & W Pattinson Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B Mrs Christine Susan Baylis Bell Rural Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Matched season’s best form when close second of 11 in handicap chase at Carlisle (20f, good) 18 days ago but faces a stiff task against the principals here.

TFRHHIII BHA123

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: DAPHNE MOON (IRE) 7 11 0 Sean Bowen 10-1 (Gordon Elliott) 5 ran

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

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Pink Legend (GB), 9-4 Brides Hill (IRE), 13-2 Kapard (GB), 9-1 Kapga de Lily (FR), 14-1 Haute Estime (IRE), 20-1 Maid O’Malley (GB)

PINK LEGEND arrives in fine fettle and can record her third win of the season. Brides Hill will appreciate the drop in grade and looks the obvious danger

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PINK LEGEND 2.BRIDES HILL (IRE) 3.KAPGA DE LILY (FR)

THE RESULT

1st

2nd Distance

3rd 4th Time

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SIXTH RACE 4.05

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

THE CANINE PARTNERS MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ™ Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 332 runners, 10%) runs STARLYTE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (8 wins from 56 runners, 14%) runs NOTNOWLINDA

Longest Traveller: MAIMIE’S MAGIC trained by S Crawford, Ireland.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse age st-lb

1 HOLLY HARTINGO (IRE) (389) 6/21130-

7 12-0

Br B m Well Chosen - Hazel Toi (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O The HHH Partnership Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Patrick and Bernadette Vaughan O’Connor Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWPromising start under Rules last term, winning a pair of mares’ novices hurdles at around 21f on first 2 outings. However, well held on latest start in a Newbury Grade 2 last spring and while her sights are lowered now, she looks vulnerable under top-weight. TFRHHIII BHA118

2 AUTUMN RETURN (IRE) (32) 146124

6 11-8

Br B m Fame And Glory - Fedaia (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Drew & Ailsa Russell Ruth Jefferson, Malton T

B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWPoint/bumperwinnerwholandedmares’novicehurdlesatMarket Rasenin Septemberand Catterickin December,both at around 2m. Not disgraced switched to handicaps the last twice and possibilities now faced with a stiffer test TFRHHHII BHA

3 NOTNOWLINDA (IRE) (32) 3-10163

6 11-6

Br Br m Notnowcato - Moll Bawn (IRE) Bridget Andrews J

O Mr Michael Ariss Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Colin Motherway The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORM VIEWWinningIrishpointerwhonotchedsecondsuccessinthissphereatCatterickinDecember Latestthirdoffa1lbhighermark at Kelso (16.2f, soft) was creditable but she has failed to make an impact on both previous attempts over this trip TFRHHHII BHA110

4 MARTALINDY (GB) (178) 350-B12 D

6 11-4

Br B m Martaline - Helen Wood Thomas Dowson J

O The Philip Kirby Racing Club Philip Kirby, Richmond T

B Philip Kirby Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a huge surprise when a 50/1 winner of a 4-runner mares’ maiden at Huntingdon in October Held back by several mistakes when second of 3 back there later that month, though, and improvement needed now handicapping following a break. Engaged 2.15 Ffos Las Tuesday. TFRHHIII BHA108

5 STARLYTE (IRE) (33) 3-51345 D

6 11-0

Br B m Sir Percy - Virevolle (FR) Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Mr Allan A. Grant Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Ringfort Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWMadeawinningreturntohurdlesfornewyardoverthistripatNewcastleinNovember Latestfifthoff11atMusselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) was in a Class 2 handicap and she’s one to consider back down in trip off 2lb lower here. TFRHHHHH BHA104

6 HEADSCARF LIL (IRE) (46) 4D-6225 D BF

9 10-9

Br B m Getaway (GER) - Bleu Money (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Accurite Racing & Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B James M. Barry Accurite Machinery, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last term and left reappearance effort behind when chasing Starlyte home at Newcastle in November Again found just one too good at Doncaster next time but needs to bounce back following a pretty disappointing display at Ayr last month. TFRHHHII BHA99

7 MAIMIE’S MAGIC (IRE) (24) 051166

Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Flemi (IRE)

O Horsplay Syndicate

B D. Mitchell

6 10-8

Mr Stephen Connor (7) J

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Belied odds of 33/1 when making a winning handicap bow at Kelso (2 1/4m, heavy) at December Proved that to be no fluke when following up at Newcastle next time and subsequent defeats can be excused, so she’s one to consider TFRHHHII BHA98

8 ROCKONSOPH (IRE) (46) 1-3402

Br Ch m Notnowcato - Fromthecloudsabove (IRE)

O Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson

6 10-5

Craig Nichol J

Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B R. Morrissey Hazelrigg Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful sole start between the flags and stepped up on low-key handicap debut effort when chasing home easy winner Animore at Ayr (21.4f, good to firm) in a first-time tongue strap. Eased 2lb since and likely to be in the mix if able to build on that with the hood refitted here. TFRHHHHI BHA95

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: GETAWAY GOLDIE (IRE) 6 11 0 Sean Bowen 7-2 (Gordon Elliott) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 8.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Headscarf Lil (IRE), Rockonsoph (IRE), 9-2 Autumn Return (IRE), 6-1 Notnowlinda (IRE), 7-1 Starlyte (IRE), 17-2 Maimie’s Magic (IRE), 18-1 Martalindy (GB), 22-1 Holly Hartingo (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

This looks pretty trappy and the suggestion is STARLYTE, who acquitted herself well in a highergrade handicap at Musselburgh last month and both this drop back in trip and 2lb lower mark will help Maimie’s Magic shouldn’t be judged too harshly on her last 2 starts and remains of interest having made a good start in handicaps but Rockonsoph is second choice on the back of a creditable effort at Ayr. Autumn Return is also shortlisted now upped in trip

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STARLYTE (IRE) 2.ROCKONSOPH (IRE) 3.MAIMIE’S MAGIC (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st

2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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SEVENTH RACE 4.35

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

THE BET IN-PLAY ON RACING AT BetVictor AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3022, 2nd £1511, 3rd £755, 4th £378, 5th £189.

(Penalty Value £3476.90) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 332 runners, 10%) runs RED MISSILE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs RED MISSILE

Longest Traveller: HEY BUD trained by E Pickard, Minehead, 449 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse age st-lb

1 RED MISSILE (IRE) (33) P21P2P C

6 12-0

Br B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Plym Miss Lucy Turner J

O Mr Michael & Lady Jane Kaplan Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Ballyhane Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways from the front in 5-runner Musselburgh handicap (19.8f) in January, digging deep when tackled. However, he’s proved disappointing on 2 of his 3 starts since, struggling early final circuit when pulled back at that venue last time TFRHHHII BHA100

2 THEIRSHEGOES (IRE) (31) 4054

Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Betty Scott

6 11-8

Mr Jack Holliday (7) J

O Mr M. Scott Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Crossogue Stud & M. Scott Sandy Thomson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWSignsofpromisesolestartinbumpersandsimilarstorywhenfifthof9onsecondof3startsoverhurdlesatAyrinMarch9shaping like a stayer). This step up in trip promises to suit but the betting may prove a useful guide ahead this switch to handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA94

3 FORTCANYON (IRE) (18) 0P1403 BF

7 11-8

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Thegoodwans Sister (IRE) Miss Heidi Palin (7) J

O Mr C. Storey Sandy Forster, Kelso T

B Larry Mealiffe

TIMEFORM VIEWBack on track when running out 33/1 winner at Newcastle (22f) in January and similar form in defeat on 2 of his 3 starts since, running on late for third at Carlisle (25f) 18 days ago Not out of things but he can ill afford to get too far back here. TFRHHHHI BHA94

4 HEY BUD (GB) (111) F4P6-23

Br B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Azione

10 11-6

Mr Callum Pritchard (7) J

O The H J Manners racing club Ella Pickard, Minehead T

B Mr M. Brend

TIMEFORM VIEW Underwhelming for Laura Hurley last season and having got back on track when runner-up on return/yard debut over fences at Ffos Las in November, his jumping frailties again resurfaced when distant third back there in January Switches back to hurdles now. TFRHHHII BHA92

5 LASTOFTHECOSMICS (GB) (33) 033214 C D

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cosmic Case

8 11-6

Miss Ailsa McClung (7) J

O The Cosmic Cases Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B The Cosmic Cases Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEWCourse winner who ended losing run when reeling in re-opposing Red Missile late on at Musselburgh (23.8f) in February Fared best of those from off the pace when fourth back at that venue 33 days ago and he’s of interest again. TFRHHHHI BHA92

6 NOT THE CHABLIS (IRE) (115) 215/26-P D

9 11-4

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - De Street (IRE) Mr Kit Alexander J

O Turcan, Dunning, Price, Stewart

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B R. J. Whitford Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Went close off a 2lb higher mark over fences here in May 2021 but well below par both subsequent starts, including when returning from a lengthy absence over hurdles at Musselburgh in January Cheekpieces again the headgear of choice. TFRHHIII BHA90

7 ARNICA (GB) (28) P32/6-06

Br B g Champs Elysees - Cordoba

O Team Kinneston Club

10 11-0

Miss Lucy Brown (7) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Millsec Limited Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 starts, finishing a well-beaten sixth of 7in a handicap at Newcastle (23.7f) 4 weeks ago Needs to step up significantly on that if he’s to feature here. TFRHHIII BHA86

8 SOMETHING GOLDEN (IRE) (28) 056333

Br Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuil Le Vic (IRE)

O Mrs C Brown & Mr I J Jardine

7 11-0

Mr Stephen Connor (5) J

Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Robert B. Hodgins Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who has performed creditably switched to handicaps, again hitting the frame when third in 7-runner

Newcastle handicap (23.7f) 4 weeks ago Eased 2lb since and he’s in with a shout in an open-looking handicap TFRHHHHH BHA86

9 THE LONGEST DAY (IRE) (20) 5/0453-0

Br B g Milan - Court Leader (IRE)

O Exors of the Late Mr C. J. Leech

7 10-3

Miss Roisin Leech (7) J

Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T

B K. D. Cotter W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW First-time cheekpieces applied when creditable third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (24.4f, soft) in January 2022. However, showed nothing returning from 15 months off at Hereford 3 weeks ago and he’ll need to leave that in his wake to figure here. TFRHHIII BHA75

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: FARMER’S GAMBLE 6 11 6 Mr Tristan Durrell 10-3 (Dan Skelton) 9 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 5, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5, 6, 7, 9.

Stewards Note:

RED MISSILE: Following its run on 24/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Lastofthecosmics (GB), 9-2 Fortcanyon (IRE), 5-1 Something Golden (IRE), 13-2 Red Missile (IRE), 8-1 Theirshegoes (IRE), 12-1 Hey Bud (GB), 14-1 Not The Chablis (IRE), 16-1 Arnica (GB), 22-1 The Longest Day (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Plenty in with a chance and it could just pay to side with SOMETHING GOLDEN. He’s acquitted himself well in hitting the frame all 3 starts in handicaps and, still unexposed granted this sort of test, it would come as no surprise to see him go well from a career-low mark. The selection’s stablemate Lastofthecosmics and Fortcanyon head up the dangers, whilst Theirshegoes requires a market check on handicap debut.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SOMETHING GOLDEN (IRE) 2.LASTOFTHECOSMICS 3.FORTCANYON (IRE)

THE RESULT

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OFFICIALS

Preses

Lord MANSFIELD

Chief Steward

LOUISE MOORE

Stewards’ Panel Chair

PHILIP SPOTTISWOOD

Steward

ROBERT MCCARTHY

Assistant Steward

LYNDSAY ALLAN

Raceday Assistant

LAUREN THOMSON

Starters

JASON CALLAGHAN

MICHAEL REID

Judge

FRASER PERRATT

Clerk of the Scales

KARL CURRAN

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

ALEC DENT

LINDA PORTER

MICHELLE MAUGHAN

CYRIL JOHNSTONE

Veterinary Officers

TIM DAVIES

COLIN ROBERTS

Veterinary Surgeons

ANDREW HUMPHRIES

EUGENIO CILLAN-GARCIA

WILL MARSHALL

SUSIE ARMSTRONG

Medical Officers

Dr ELLIOTT

Dr McCOY

Dr TONGE

ARLENE EARAKER

Commentator

GARETH TOPHAM

Betting Ring Manager

JOHN CLARK

CONDITIONS

First Race 1.30 - THE CONGRATULATIONS CORACH RAMBLER GRAND NATIONAL 2023 MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb HEIDSIECK MONOPOLE has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 23 entries at £23. - Closed April 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

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Second Race 2.00 - THE BetVictor BALNAKEILLY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6865 to the winning horse The second to receive £3159, the third £1579, the fourth £790 and the fifth £393 for novice five 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 24th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb BetVictor has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner as well as the Balnakielly Trophy. In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £40. - Closed April 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5251; Second £2625; Third £1313; Fourth £657; Fifth £328. (Penalty Value £6865.30) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

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Third Race 2.30 - THE PHIL NELSON CAPERCAILLIE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. 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 24th. Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Phil Nelson has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries, 1 at £9 and 12 at £45. - Closed April 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029;Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Fourth Race 3.00 - THE BRITISH EBF BetVictor GOLD CASTLE ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13098 to the winning horse The second to receive £4915, the third £2461, the fourth £1225, the fifth £616 and the sixth £308. for novice five yrs old and upwards, which are E.B.F eligible, and which have not run in a Flat race Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb THE TRUSTEES OF THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed towards the prize money for this race and in addition BetVictor have also sponsored this race BetVictor shall present a challenge mementos shall be presented to the Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition, a £50 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 £250 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 16 entries at £60 - Closed April 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10023; Second £4115; Third £2059; Fourth £1028; Fifth £515; Sixth £258. (Penalty Value £13098.50) A

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Fifth Race 3.30 - THE BetVictor FAIR MAID OF PERTH MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £18508 to the winning horse The second to receive £6945, the third £3477, the fourth £1732, the fifth £871 and the sixth £435 for five yrs old and upwards mares only Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Weights: 5-y-o 10st 12lb; 6-y-o and up 11st Penalties, after September 30th, 2021, a winner of a Grade 3 / Premier Handicap or Listed steeple chase 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 steeple chase 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Beginners’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Steeple Chases in France) 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 The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £5000 towards the prize money for 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 £250 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 7 entries at £60. - Closed April 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £14164; Second £5814; Third £2909; Fourth £1453; Fifth £728; Sixth £364. (Penalty Value £18508.75) A

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Sixth Race 4.05 - THE CANINE PARTNERS MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Canine Partners has kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse 20 entries at £28. - Closed April 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Seventh Race 4.35 - THE BET IN-PLAY ON RACING AT BetVictor AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3476 to the winning horse The second to receive £1739, the third £868, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race BetVictor 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 24 entries at £23. - Closed April 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3022; Second £1511; Third £755; Fourth £378; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value 3476.90) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

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