Perth Racecard - Wednesday 17th May

MURRAYSHALL COUNTRY ESTATE RACE EVENING

Wednesday 17th May 2023

Official Racecard & Form Guide, Complimentary

26 CORACH RAMBLER (IRE) (34) 10-P544 7 11-0

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Heart N Hope (IRE)

O The Ramblers

B P. Hillis

TIMEFORM VIEW Leaped into favouritism for this with a second

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

16. Sponsor

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

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Once a horse’s ability has been assessed by the Official BHA Handicapper it is given an official rating This is an assessment 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 160 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

One Fit Padded Hurdle: The ‘One Fit’ design is a modified hurdle frame with a custom fitting close-cell foam pad replacing the traditional birch. The hurdle was developed with the objective of reducing both the faller rate and the risk of injury as the result of a fall. 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 four 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.

successive win in the Ultima Handicap at the Cheltenham Festival, idling late having quickened smartly to lead. 10lb well-in and Scottish yard won this with One For Arthur in 2017 Obvious chance if he doesn’t get too far back. TFRHHHHI BHA146

Points scoring: Points are awarded to the first, second and third in all races run at Perth throughout the season. 1st = 10 points, 2nd = 5 points, 3rd = 3 points. Winning Champions of each category will be presented with a prize provided by Edinburgh Gin.

FIRST RACE 6.00

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

THE MURRAYSHALL COUNTRY ESTATE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (60 wins from 171 runners, 35%) runs KANSAS CITY STAR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (8 wins from 58 runners, 14%) runs KANSAS CITY STAR

Longest Travellers: KANSAS CITY STAR trained by G Elliott, JOKER DU CHENET trained by S R B Crawford, BANJAXED trained by L Fowler, all Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 BANJAXED (GB) (38) 2/525P- 6 11-4

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Baby Bee Jay Kieren Buckley (3) J

O R. H. Fowler/Mrs A. Frost Mrs Lorna Fowler, Ireland T

B Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced hurdler who posted a very good fifth in Premier Novices’ Hurdle at Kelso but pulled up in Easter Festival Novices’ Hurdle at Fairyhouse (20.4f) 38 days ago Big shout if getting back on track. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 DANCE THIEF (IRE) (21) 0UU510- D

5 11-4

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Don’t Wait (IRE) Ryan Mania J

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

B P. O’Connell

TIMEFORM VIEW Easily off mark in points at seventh attempt in March but only ninth of 12 in novice hurdle at this C&D (40/1) on NH debut 21 days ago Hard to warm to in this company. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 KANSAS CITY STAR (IRE) (29) 4/23PP2-

6 11-4

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Thegoodwans Sister (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Bryan Drew Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Larry Mealiffe Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhotookabigstepbackintherightdirectionafteracoupleofnon-completions when runner-up in 2m4f Tipperary novice 29 days ago Holds good form claims.

4 BAYONETTA (IRE) (21) P333P3-

TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 10-11

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

O Rodney Arthur Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T

B J. Mangan

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer but he showed a lot more when 100/1-third in novice hurdle at this C&D (good to soft) on NH debut 21 days ago This is no easy though. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 JOKER DU CHENET (FR) (23) F4-

4 10-10

Br Br g Doctor Dino (FR) - Tanais du Chenet (FR) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Mme Marie-Laure Besnouin

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from hurdling debut when only fourth of 9 in juvenile hurdle at Hexham (16.2f, soft) 23 days ago Up in trip with work to do TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: ENKI FLACKE (FR) 5 11 4 Sean Bowen 5-6 (Gordon Elliott) 7 ran

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Banjaxed (GB), 6-4 Kansas City Star (IRE), 7-1 Bayonetta (IRE), 25-1 Joker du Chenet (FR), 50-1 Dance Thief (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

This looks to rest between the Irish challengers KANSAS CITY STAR and Banjaxed with preference for Gordon Elliott’s Tipperary runner-up over Lorna Fowler’s 6-y-o who just holds the edge on form but was pulled up at Fairyhouse last time Bayonetta appeals as the pick of the remainder for minor honours.

THE RESULT

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £202,462 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

HORSE WELFARE

Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider People join the racing industry because they share a genuine love for horses. Like most sports, racing carries risks, however, we work to ensure that no death or injury occurs which could have been prevented. Horses have the right to a decent and fulfilling life. We are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care.

It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the course This does not reflect the severity of the injury, but allows the vet some privacy in which to administer treatment and provides the horse with a calm environment in which to make a recovery Please therefore do not assume the worst if you see screens erected around a fallen horse

DOUBLE NATIONAL WINNERS

20172023

Congratulationstotheteam

atArlaryandKilduff,especiallyto Luce,Scu,JaimieandDerek.

Steve Cottom Katie Craig Douglas Crawford

Gregg Crawford Gemima d’Ath Jaimie Duff Stefi DufF

Derek Fox Eugenio Cillan Garcia Rita Gillies Wendy Gillings

Anya Hislop Rob Hogarth Vicky Houghton sheree hunter

Rab Jones Janice Jordan Steven Kelly Gemma Kennedy

Reece Macleod Lauren McAulay Conner McCann Paul McIvor

David McPhail Bradley Morgan Stephen Mulqueen

Ronnie Reid Chez Roper Ian Spence Sarah Taylor

Fiona Thompson Jamie Turnbull Cameron Wadge

Patrick Wadge Erin Walker Gregor Walkingshaw

Lori Walsh El Warren Ute Williams

Carey Williams Hannah Wilson

Tracy Anson Jenna Ballie Eilidh Bennett Blair Campbell

SECOND RACE 6.30

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

THE LUCINDA RUSSELL RACING DOUBLE NATIONAL WINNERS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

(GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (34 wins from 335 runners, 10%) runs OUR MARTY & THISTLEBUFFS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs SOMEWHAT CLOUDY

Longest Traveller: LIVELY CITIZEN trained by D J Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green, 380 miles.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 GLENTRUAN (IRE) (20) 5/P6253-

8 12-0

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Mac Idol (IRE) Alan Doyle (5) J

O Neville, Kehoe and Scott Patrick Neville, Leyburn T

B M. F. Condon The Red Armoury S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful dual hurdles winner who was a creditable third in a course handicap hurdle in this headgear combination last month. In need of experience when down the field in maiden in Ireland on previous chase start back in autumn 2021. TFRHHHHI BHA115

2 FOSTERED PHIL (IRE) (100) 251//234- D

9 11-7

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Knock Na Shee (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Mr N. M. L. Ewart James Ewart, Langholm T

B Mrs Margaret Nolan Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who returned from a long absence to reach the frame in a trio of handicap hurdles last winter Has a tongue tie added now switching to fences for the first time TFRHHHII BHA108

3 LIVELY CITIZEN (IRE) (28) 6/00004- D

8 11-6

Br B g Frammassone (IRE) - Acinorev (IRE) Tom Bellamy J

O Mark E Smith,Brake Horse Power Syndicate D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T

B E. M. O’Sullivan Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable and consistent through most of his career, but didn’t really fire last season, albeit last month’s Cheltenham fourth was a step back in the right direction. Makes a rather belated chase debut. TFRHHIII BHA107

4 SOMEWHAT CLOUDY (IRE) (47) 5/34213-

7 11-0

Br B m Presenting - Clara Mc Cloud (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Miss C. McCracken

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B D. Condon Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form over hurdles prior to making a winning chase bow at Market Rasen (17f) in March. Creditable third at Wetherby since. Likely to give a good account for a yard which has made a bright start to the season. TFRHHHHH BHA101

5 OUR MARTY (FR) (53) 6/1000P- CD

Br B g Martinborough (JPN) - Dercia (FR)

O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell

B E.A.R.L. Haras de Grandcamp

5 10-13

Patrick Wadge (5) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start over hurdles here (2m) last autumn but disappointing on all 4 starts since, jumping sketchily when pulled up on chasing bow at Bangor last time Can only watch after that. TFRHHIII BHA100

6 THISTLEBUFFS (IRE) (20) 440-

6 10-6

Br B g Fame And Glory - Doransfirth (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen J

O Mrs Jo Tracey & Mr K Alexander Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr Eddie Naughton Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in 2m noivice hurdles on first 2 starts. Disappointing when tongue tied for recent course handicap hurdle debut but it’s still early days and now switches to fences. TFRHHHII BHA93

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: SPARK OF MADNESS (FR) 6 10 12 Stephen Mulqueen 13-8 (Lucinda Russell) 3 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Somewhat Cloudy (IRE), 11-4 Glentruan (IRE), 9-2 Fostered Phil (IRE), 13-2 Lively Citizen (IRE), 10-1 Thistlebuffs (IRE), 11-1 Our Marty (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

SOMEWHAT CLOUDY has taken well to fences this spring and is the most solid option. The chief threat may come from Glentruan who was never involved on his chase debut in autumn 2021 but has plenty of good efforts over hurdles since and could prove a different proposition over fences at the second time of asking.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

THE RESULT

1st

3rd

2nd Distance

4th Time

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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

THIRD RACE 7.00

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

THE MURRAYSHALL GOLF

NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

(for the Alan Normile Memorial Trophy)

for novice four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (60 wins from 171 runners, 35%) runs COOL CROI

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (8 wins from 58 runners, 14%) runs COOL CROI

Longest Traveller: COOL CROI trained by G Elliott, Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 COOL CROI (IRE) (12) 5/P600-6

6 12-0

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Line Mexia (FR) Sean Bowen J

O Little Emperor Syndicate Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Kieran Mariga Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW One of her stable’s lesser lights on what we’ve seen so far but handicap debut at Downpatrick 12 days ago wasn’t devoid of promise Should have more to offer TFRHHHHH BHA100

2 CONISTON CLOUDS (IRE) (30) 2/56010-

7 11-11

Br Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Lincon Lady (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Accurite Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Martin Cullinane Accurite Machinery, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved on his handicap debut when landing 8-runner hurdle at Carlisle (19.3f, soft) in March. Up in trip and ran no sort of race at Kelso a month later but he’s in the right hands to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA97

3 BALLIN BAY (IRE) (33) 66643-

5 11-8

Br B or Br g Milan - Ballinahow Ann (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr John Wade Pauline Robson, Capheaton T

B Noel McLoughlin

TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement to glean from his bumper debut effort in December and best effort over hurdles came on qualifying run when fourth in 9-runner maiden at Carlisle in March. Fair start over handicaps while looking stretched by 27f at Sedgefield and this trip could be ideal. TFRHHHII BHA94

4 ARNICA (GB) (21) 32/6/064-

Br B g Champs Elysees - Cordoba

O Team Kinneston Club

10 10-12

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Millsec Limited Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 starts though did at least stop the slide when fourth of 9 over C&D 3 weeks ago Visor replaces cheekpieces and well weighted if he can build on that. TFRHHHHI BHA84

5 ULTRA VIOLET (GER) (19) 0PP245-

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - United Germany (GER)

O The Dregs Of Humanity

5 10-9

Sean Quinlan J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Gestut Westerberg Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat in France. Not managed to get near that level over hurdles but down in the weights and has found his level, sticking to task when fifth over 20.2f here 3 weeks ago Up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA81

6 GINGER POINTE (FR) (19) 345054-

Br B g Denon (USA) - Rainbow Pointe (ITY)

O Mr M. Robertson

6 10-7

Patrick Wadge (5) J

Katie Scott, Galashiels T

B Angelo Franco Brambilla Overlander Vehicles S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who has shown just modest form at best over hurdles thus far, rallying for fourth here 19 days ago Now tackles a new trip

7 LOCKDOWN LEADER (IRE) (11) 3P006-P

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Holy Vow (IRE)

O The Golf Inn Racers

TFRHHHII BHA79

7 10-3

Brian Hughes J

Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Mr Richard Busher Prestwick Inns Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to take a step in the right direction when third of 10 in a C&D handicap last summer but he has failed to reproduce form akin to that since. Brian Hughes an interesting jockey booking with headgear back on. TFRHHHII BHA75

8 BILBOA RIVER (IRE) (7) 05R0/2-5

Br B g Milan - Terracotta Queen (IRE)

O Miss H. M. McMahon

B James Browne

7 10-2

Edward Austin (5) J

Hannah McMahon, Cousland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who hasn’t offered much under Rules. TFRHHIII

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: BRANDY MCQUEEN (IRE) 5 11 8 Craig Nichol 6-1 (Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford) 11 ran Visor worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 7, 8. Stewards Note:

CONISTON CLOUDS: Following its run on 17/4/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

GINGER POINTE: Following its run on 28/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was treated for heat stress

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Ultra Violet (GER), 5-1 Cool Croi (IRE), 11-2 Coniston Clouds (IRE), 13-2 Ballin Bay (IRE), Arnica (GB), 7-1 Ginger Pointe (FR), 9-1 Lockdown Leader (IRE), 22-1 Bilboa River (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Hard to make a strong case for any of these but COOL CROI should have more to offer in handicaps for her leading yard so she is awarded the vote Nick Alexander saddles a couple of live chances in Arnica and Ultra Violet.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COOL CROI (IRE) 2.ARNICA 3.ULTRA VIOLET (GER)

THE RESULT

1st

2nd Distance

3rd 4th Time

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FOURTH RACE 7.30

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

THE MURRAYSHALL EOLAS

HANDICAP

HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (60 wins from 171 runners, 35%) runs JUMPING JET

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (8 wins from 58 runners, 14%) runs JUMPING JET

Longest Travellers: JUMPING JET trained by G Elliott, NOWINITTOWINIT trained by S R B Crawford, both Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 JUMPING JET (IRE) (47) 33/4512-

7 12-2

Br Br m Getaway (GER) - Little Mili (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Mrs B. McConnell Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B D. Mitchell Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who improved to make fifth start over hurdles a winning one in mares’ maiden at Leopardstown (20f) in March. Similar form when second over 3m at Wexford later that month and yard’s runner always command respect. Handicap debut. TFRHHHHI BHA122

2 FORTIFIED BAY (IRE) (32) PP16PP- C

11 11-11

Br B g Makfi - Divergence (USA) Sean Quinlan J

O Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Skymarc Farm Inc and Ecurie Des Monceaux Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran. Record distinctly patchy nowadays but on a going day when running out a convincing winner from the front over fences at Kelso in January However, not in anything like the same form all 3 starts since. Returns to timber now. TFRHHIII BHA117

3 FLY BY MILAN (IRE) (39) 322//512-

8 11-6

Br B g Milan - So Proper (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Langdale Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Mr Peter Magnier & Ms Margaret Mullins Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred sort who left comeback run over hurdles well behind when landing a Hexham maiden (20f) with a bit to spare in March. Similar form when runner-up under a penalty at Carlisle (19.3f) and she’s unexposed at this trip Handicap debut. TFRHHHHI BHA112

4 RAE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (30) 412/452- D

6 11-1

Br Ch m Robin des Champs (FR) - Dani Salamanca (IRE) Dylan Johnston (7) J

O Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Mr Kevin McCarthy Hazelrigg Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in first season over hurdles (successful at 2m) and left a disappointing run at Ayr in December well behind when second at Kelso (18f) 30daysago,rallyingwell.Thisgreateremphasisonstaminashouldsuitonthatevidenceandshe’sonetoconsider Engaged4.00NewcastleTuesday. TFRHHHHH BHA107

5 NOWINITTOWINIT (IRE) (21) 56601- C

7 10-12

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Now Its My Turn (IRE) 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/first 3 starts in maiden hurdles but proved a totally different proposition when successful at 80/1 in a course maiden (20f) 3 weeks ago, overcoming a pace bias in the process. Needs to prove that no fluke now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA104

6 COLONEL MANDERSON (FR) (92) 22/5P5P- D

7 10-12

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Playact (IRE) Sam Coltherd J

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young William Young Jnr, Carluke T

B G.A.E.C Campos

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 3m hurdles winner for Dan Skelton but never fired in 2 starts for that yard during the winter and, easy to back, he ran no sort of race when pulled up on yard debut at Ayr in February Comes here with something to prove TFRHHIII BHA104

7 STARLYTE (IRE) (21) 513455-

6 10-10

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 VIEW Made a winning return to hurdles for new yard at Newcastle (20.3f) in November and largely creditable efforts in defeat since, 5 lengths fifth in 8-runner handicaphere(20f)3weeksago Eased2lbsubsequentlyandnotoutofthingsreturnedtofurther Engaged2.50NewcastleTuesday. TFRHHHII BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: PAMMI 7 10 7 Brian Hughes 5-2 (Jim Goldie) 9 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6. Visor worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 7.

Stewards Note:

FORTIFIED BAY: Following its run on 15/4/2023 it was reported that the horse made a couple of jumping errors.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4

Jumping Jet (IRE), 7-2

Fly By Milan (IRE), 4-1

Rae des Champs (IRE), 9-2 Nowinittowinit (IRE), 10-1 Starlyte (IRE), 16-1 Fortified Bay (IRE), 40-1 Colonel Manderson (FR)

A competitive-looking race of its type with the narrow vote in favour of RAE DES CHAMPS. A low-mileage mare, she was quickly back on track when finishing runner-up at Kelso last month, and with this greater test of stamina expected to suit, she could be the answer with her rider taking off a valuable 7lb Fly By Milan may emerge as the chief threat, ahead of Irish-raider Jumping Jet.

THE RESULT

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FIFTH RACE 8.00

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

THE MURRAYSHALL CAIRNS

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227.

(Penalty Value £4752.90)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (34 wins from 335 runners, 10%) runs THUNDER IN MILAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (3 wins from 38 runners, 8%) runs BORN FAMOUS Longest Traveller: CARDBOARD GANGSTER trained by D J Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green, 380 miles.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 THATSY (FR) (30) 62/P006- D

9 12-0

Br Gr g Martaline - Rainallday (FR) Sean Quinlan J

O Mrs B Butterworth & Mrs Jackie Holliday Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T

B Mr Olivier Tricot

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor strike rate (0-16 over fences) but very well handicapped for if it does come together again. One to note. TFRHHHII BHA100

2 CARDBOARD GANGSTER (GB) (24) 215332- CD

8 11-13

Br Gr g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Hiho Silver Lining Tom Bellamy J

O Mr Mark E. Smith D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T

B T. G. Lane Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made hay last summer, landing gambles over C&D and at Stratford. Fine return at the latter course last month and big run on the way if that hasn’t taken too much out of him. TFRHHHHH BHA99

3 BORN FAMOUS (IRE) (19) 40P601- C D

6 11-12

Br B m Famous Name - Born Noble (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Castle Racing Scotland & Mr I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Ms Claire O’Connell Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of 20.2f novices’ handicap hurdle here starting out for this yard 3 weeks ago Little show in chases for former stable but remains open to improvement now switched to this sphere by new connections and could have a lot more in the locker TFRHHHHI BHA98

4 VICTORY ECHO (IRE) (5) P5301-2 CD

10 11-10

Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Serendipity (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (7) J

O Mr M. Barnes Maurice Barnes, Brampton T

B Miss Anne Marcella Casey Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last month and again ran well at Market Rasen on Friday. This is tougher TFRHHHII BHA96

5 SIR APOLLO (IRE) (23) 41P2F6-

Br B g Westerner - Fieldtown (IRE)

8 11-8

Edward Austin (5) J

O Townshend and Cassie Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T

B Martin J. Dibbs Discovery Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW Both wins have been registered at Sedgefield, the latest in first-time blinkers over 27f in February Ran respectably despite a few jumping errors at Hexham latest and starts out for a new yard now. TFRHHHII BHA94

6 NOT THE CHABLIS (IRE) (21) 15/26/P0- D

9 11-7

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - De Street (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Turcan, Dunning, Price, Stewart

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B R. J. Whitford Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Seen out only 3 times since going close in this race in 2021, not showing a great deal. Revival may be forthcoming under Brian Hughes.

7 SPUTNIK (IRE) (39) 31P363-

Br B g Recital (FR) - Itlallendintears (IRE)

O Jackie Stephen Racing Club

TFRHHHII BHA93

8 11-3

Bruce Lynn (3) J

Jackie Stephen, Melrose T

B Mr R. V. Hennelly Rapid Project Developments Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Hexham last spring and had bit in hand when making a winning reappearance at Ayr in October Bit better at Carlisle latest but this looks tougher

8 THUNDER IN MILAN (IRE) (30) P20415-

Br B g Milan - Baby Briggs (IRE)

O Thunder Holdings Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA89

7 11-0

Stephen Mulqueen J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B John Mounsey Allson Wholesale, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who matched that form for the first time over fences when landing 6-runner handicap at Musselburgh (20.3f, good to soft) in March. Fair run at Kelso next time but more needed here. TFRHHHII BHA86

9 ANY JOB WILL DO (IRE) (30) 04PPP/0- 7 10-2

Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Funcheon Lady (IRE) Danny McMenamin J

O Northern Lights Racing Jackie Stephen, Melrose

L. McCabe

ran Visor worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 8.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Born Famous (IRE), 7-2 Cardboard Gangster (GB), 11-2 Victory Echo (IRE), 7-1 Thatsy (FR), 9-1 Sputnik (IRE), 14-1 Sir Apollo (IRE), Thunder In Milan (IRE), 25-1 Not The Chablis (IRE), 200-1 Any Job Will Do (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CARDBOARD GANGSTER looks set for another good summer over fences after his fine return at Stratford and he can make it 2-2 over C&D Born Famous made the perfect start for new connections over hurdles here recently and is very interesting back chasing. Thatsy would be one to note if the betting suggests he’s fancied.

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SIXTH RACE 8.30

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

THE 125 YEARS OF BRUCE FARMS

“GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 5) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER)

for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £5000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2159, 2nd £1080, 3rd £540, 4th £270. (Penalty Value £2483.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): W Young Jnr (3 wins from 41 runners, 7%) runs SO BE IT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Dawson (1 win from 1 runners, 100%) runs STEELY ADDITION

Longest Traveller: STEELY ADDITION trained by C Dawson, Ferryhill, 174 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 STEELY ADDITION (IRE) (10) 21231-1 D

Br B g Craigsteel - Blond’s Addition (IRE)

O Mrs J. L. Buckingham

T. Dawson, Ferryhill

South Durham Step By Step Supporting Independence Ltd S

VIEW Fairly useful chaser who won in this sphere last year and has been successful on his last two outings in points. Should prove hard to beat.

2 SHANROE STREET (IRE) (18) 23/U422- D 13 11-12

Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Zaffran Lady (IRE) Mr Gregor Walkingshaw (7) J

O Mr G. Walkingshaw

(GB) (7) P4422-3

but a maiden over obstacles (including in points) and latest third at Kelso a week ago was a sub-par effort. TFRHHHII BHA92 (+4)

4 SO BE IT (IRE) (4) PP43U-4

7 11-12

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Maple Valley Gale (IRE) Mr Nick Orpwood (3) J

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young William Young Jnr, Carluke T

H Lanark & Renfrew

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who has little form under Rules and faces a quick turnaround. TFRHIIII BHA58

DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2022: POINT THE WAY (IRE) 11 12 3 Mr Joe Wright 15-8 (G C Brewer) 5 ran

Visor worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 4.

Probable S.P’s: 4-11 Steely Addition (IRE), 5-1 Shanroe Street (IRE), 10-1 Shaughnessy (GB), 40-1 So Be It (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

STEELY ADDITION arrives on a hat-trick from points and was well on top of Shanroe Street the last time the pair met, so he’s the obvious choice. Shaughnessy isn’t completely dismissed.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STEELY ADDITION (IRE)

STREET (IRE)

SEVENTH RACE 9.00

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

THE MURRAYSHALL MEETINGS AND EVENTS

CONDITIONAL

JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (34 wins from 335 runners, 10%) runs PETITE RHAPSODY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (2 wins from 13 runners, 15%) runs PETITE RHAPSODY

Longest Traveller: LOUGHERMORE trained by S Waugh, Morpeth, 140 miles.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 PETITE RHAPSODY (IRE) (20) 223550- CD

8 12-0

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Peggy Cullen (IRE) Patrick Wadge (3) J

O Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Killian Traynor Orion Group, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark under this pilot over C&D last April and made frame on 4 of next 5 starts at up to 3m last summer Failed to hit the ground running this spring but this is a drop in grade TFRHHHHI BHA95

2 SANOSUKE (IRE) (19) 505622-

5 11-12

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Fix (NZ) Bruce Lynn (3) 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 but has proved rather hit-and-miss since switched to hurdles. That said, his runner-up effort over C&D 19 days ago was right back to his best and he has major claims with a repeat. TFRHHHHH BHA93

3 DON BROCCO (GB) (52) 011/0P0-

7 11-12

Br Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Brantingham Breeze Edward Austin J

O Rutherford Racing Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T

B Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of staying handicaps in February/March 2022. Failed to see his race out all 3 outings since so lots to prove at present. TFRHHHII BHA93

4 AGILULF (GB) (7) 33544-U

4 11-11

Br Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Turin (IRE) Tom Midgley J

O Geoff & Sandra Turnbull Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

B Knavesmire House Stud Elwick Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who was held back by his jumping at Kelso last week, making mistakes before unseating rider TFRHHHII BHA100

5 SEA PRINCE (FR) (19) PP6005-

6 11-8

Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Sea Pearl (FR) William Shanahan (3) J

O K Jardine R Griffiths S Greig R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Nicolas Madamet & Ludovic Madamet Solway Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Unpromising in points and low-key start under Rules, though he did show a bit more following a breathing op when fifth here last month. Makes handicap debut upped in trip with cheekpieces back on TFRHHHII BHA89

6 LOUGHERMORE (IRE) (16) 050P6-U D

9 11-7

Br B g Milan - Seductive Dance Amie Waugh J

O Northumberland Racing Club Simon Waugh, Morpeth T

B John Dwan and John Brennan

TIMEFORM VIEW Started last season well, winning at Southwell and runner-up twice at Cartmel (all chases). Lost his way subsequently, pulling up (bled) at Sedgefield when last seen in February Back hurdling after a break. TFRHHIII BHA88

7 GRIPPER (GB) (18) 1/PPPPP- C D

Br B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Hold On Tight (IRE)

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young

B Mr R. Lycett Green & Mrs R. Beckett

8 11-7

Alan Doyle J

William Young Jnr, Carluke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m winner over hurdles, but he’s unreliable and no real surprise he failed to take to chasing to end 2021. Has won a point more recently but recent efforts in that sphere hardly inspiring. TFRHHIII BHA88

8 NOT IN KANSAS (GB) (30) 66PF0-

6 10-10

Br B m Gentlewave (IRE) - Spinning Away Joe Williamson J

O Alexander, Baxter & Jardine-Paterson

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Kinneston Bloodstock Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemed to be in the process of showing improved form when falling 4 out in maiden hurdle at Ayr (19.5f) in February Eighth at Kelso since and needs to up her game now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA77

9 TOUTATIS (USA) (22) 6546/00- 6 10-6

Br B g Karakontie (JPN) - Afleet Lass (USA) Dylan Johnston (3) J

O Stuart Hogg Chris Spark Ewan Whillans, Hawick T B Gainesway Thoroughbreds Ltd Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

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DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: WOLFSPEAR (IRE) 6 11 10 Fergus Gregory 9-2 (Olly Murphy) 13 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3, 4, 5, 9.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.

Stewards Note:

TOUTATIS: Following its run on 25/4/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Sanosuke (IRE), 9-2 Petite Rhapsody (IRE), 11-2 Agilulf (GB), 13-2 Not In Kansas (GB), 10-1 Don Brocco (GB), 12-1 Sea Prince (FR), 16-1 Loughermore (IRE), 22-1 Toutatis (USA), 33-1 Gripper (GB)

SANOSUKE remains a maiden over hurdles but he won’t get many better opportunities than this on the back of an excellent second over C&D 3 weeks ago Petite Rhapsody eases in class and is feared most.

PLAY SMARTER

OFFICIALS

Preses

Lord MANSFIELD

Chief Steward

LOUISE MOORE

Stewards’ Panel Chair

MRS F. A. CLARK

Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair

PETER FORSTER

Steward

ADRIAN SMITH

Assistant Steward

LOUISE NEALE

Raceday Assistant

LAUREN THOMSON

Starters

MICHAEL REID

RYAN COLLEY

Judge

FRASER PERRATT

Clerk of the Scales

MICHAEL HAMILTON

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

TRACEY HAMILTON

LINDA PORTER

JAMES BONAR

Veterinary Officer

DUNCAN MACDONALD

Veterinary Surgeons

ANDREW HUMPHRIES

EUGENIO CILLAN-GARCIA

WILL MARSHALL

SUSIE ARMSTRONG

Medical Officers

Dr STEVE ELLIOTT

Dr DANNY SMITH

Dr JULIE RONALD

Commentator

GARETH TOPHAM

Betting Ring Manager

JOHN CLARK

CONDITIONS

First Race 6.00 - THE MURRAYSHALL COUNTRY ESTATE 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 11th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Murrayshall Country Estate shall present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £20 - Closed May 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.30 - THE LUCINDA RUSSELL RACING DOUBLE NATIONAL WINNERS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Colin Dempster has kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner and trainer and a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 8 entries, 1 at £7 and 7 at £35. - Closed May 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Third Race 7.00 - THE MURRAYSHALL GOLF NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (for the Alan Normile Memorial Trophy) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £18 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Murrayshall Country Estate shall present a mementos to the winningowner A cash prize of £50 shall be presented to the staff member in charge of the best turned out horse in this race The Alan Normile Memorial Challenge Trophy shall also be presented to the winning owner to be held for one year only 17 entries at £18. - Closed May 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

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Fourth Race 7.30 - THE MURRAYSHALL EOLAS 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, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £33 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Murrayshall Country Estate have kindly sponsored this race A memento will be presented to the winning owner plus a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries, 2 at £7 and 15 at £33. - Closed May 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

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Fifth Race 8.00 - THE MURRAYSHALL CAIRNS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Murrayshall Country Estate has generously sponsored this race In addition a memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse 14 entries at £25. - Closed May 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 8.30 - THE 125 YEARS OF BRUCE FARMS “GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2483 to the winning horse The second to receive £1242, the third £620 and the fourth £311. for five yrs old and upwards, which, after 2020, have started in a British Point-to-Point Steeple Chase Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) NB. With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least 2 Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. The Perth Executive will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race A Challenge Trophy, presented by the Linlithgow & Stirlingshire Hunt supporters, is to be held by the winning owner for one year only In addition, the Dudgeon Cup will be presented to the owner of the highest placed horse qualified in Scotland. All horses which Start in this race will be eligible to enter the CORINTHIAN SPIRIT

“GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE SERIES FINAL to be run over a distance of about Three Miles about Two Furlongs (3m 2f 39y) at Kelso on 28th May, 2023 In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been Declared to Run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. 9 entries at £25. - Closed May 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2159; Second £1080; Third £540; Fourth £270. (Penalty Value £2483.50) HC

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Seventh Race 9.00 - THE MURRAYSHALL MEETINGS AND EVENTS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £18 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who prior to May 14th 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb Murrayshall Country Estate shall present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize shall be awarded to the staff responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries at £18. - Closed May 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable A

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