Perth Racecard – Wednesday 27th September

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.

Raceday preview from Weatherbys

It is great to be back at Perth for the Glorious Finale meeting and we are delighted to be sponsoring two racesondayone.

Although the name of this fixture might suggest otherwise,itisoftenusedasa springboardtothenewseason ‘proper’andindeedthisyear’s GrandNationalwinnerCorach Rambler made his chasing debut at this meeting two yearsago.

El Elefante makes her hurdling debut under Derek Fox.

His trainer Lucinda Russell is represented in both Jumpers ToFollow-sponsoredcontests, starting in the opening mares’ novices’ hurdle, where ElElefantemakesherhurdling debutunderDerekFox.

Runner-upinanIrishPoint,she won both starts in bumpers last term – including at this track in April – and the fiveyear-old looks to be a bright prospect. In fact, she features prominently in this year’s publication and, therefore, is one who we are particularly excitedaboutseeinginaction.

RulesdebutanteDanganCloud also hails from the Russell stable, whilst the four previous winners ensure that this is a relatively competitive contest. The Gordon Elliott-trained pairing boast most experience and the trainer has won this race four times since 2015, whilst Stadium Talk is sure to be the pace angle – dropping back from 3m – and Condesa won smoothly on debut atthis trackduringthesummer

A smart bumper performer, shebeliedalay-offof809days whenscoringinJulyandDaryl JacobtravelsNorthtotakethe mountforhisemployers,Simon MunirandIsaacSouede.

ThesecondJumpersToFollowsponsored race is the feature, the David Whitaker Handicap Chase,inwhichsixgotopost.

Lucinda Russell and Derek Fox combine with the mare Haute Estime, who remains lightly-raced over fences. A Listed novices’ hurdle winner, she got off the mark as a chaser at Warwick in March and begins the season 7lbs lower than she did last term. The daughter of Walk In The Park could have plenty more tooffer.

The hat-trick seeking Wasdell Dundalk is one of two inform runners and represents the Cumbrian stable of Lisa Harrison, having been previously trained by Jonjo O’Neill. His last two wins have come over today’s courseand-distance and he made a bad mistake four out, when well-beaten behind BornFamoushereinJuly.

The hat-trick seeking Wasdell Dundalk is one of two in-form runners.

The last named then won Market Rasen’s Summer Plate – under an inspired Harry Cobden ride – and reverted to hurdles to win a shade cosily at this track in August. The mare has since moved back to her original stable (Iain Jardine to Claire O’Connell) and Harry Cobden maintains the partnership. Clearly on the up, she is fully 15lbs higher than when successful at Market Rasen, so will need to take another step forward, although the daughter of Famous Name is 4-4atPerthandhasnowwon herlastsixstarts.

FIRST RACE 2.20

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

THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW EBF

MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

(EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ™ 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 (57 wins from 169 runners, 34%) runs GAYE WINNIE & SEA ASTER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runs GAYE WINNIE & SEA ASTER

Longest Travellers: GAYE WINNIE & SEA ASTER trained by G Elliott, MERMAIDS CAVE trained by C Murphy, STADIUM TALK trained by J Mcconnell & CONDESA trained by S R B Crawford - all Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 CONDESA (IRE) (73) 23/0/-1 C

7 11-7

Br Br m Sholokhov (IRE) - Five Star Present (IRE) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Mrs Mary O’Connor

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEWFair bumper perfomer proved she retained all of her ability after a 27-month absence when overcoming mistakes to make a successful hurdling debut in a 4-runner novice hurdle at this course (16.2f, soft) TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 GAYE WINNIE (IRE) (45) 66-31

5 11-7

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Gaye Roberta (IRE) James Bowen J

O Just Good Friends Syndicate Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Aaron Metcalfe Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form in 4 starts to date, improving further when getting off the mark in 11-runner novice hurdle at Downpatrick (17.3f, good) 45 days ago, soon clear Opposition is stiffer here but she’s going the right way TFRHHHII BHA108

3 SEA ASTER (IRE) (10) 0r512

5 11-7

Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Fruits de Mer (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Around The Fire Syndicate Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Michael Byrne Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEWHas improved with each completing start over hurdles, supplementing her Tramore maiden win with a good second of 11 in handicap hurdle at Listowel (20f, good to soft) 10 days ago, sticking to task. May well do better TFRHHHHI BHA118

4 STADIUM TALK (IRE) (26) 6/1-101

5 11-7

Br Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Dotchenka (FR) Ben Harvey (3) J

O The 119 Partnership John McConnell, Ireland T

B Thomas James

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner overcame market weakness to ge off the mark over hurdles at the second attempt in a 12-runner novice event at at Wexford (24f, soft) 26 days ago Should improve

5 DANGAN CLOUD (IRE) (157) 42-

HHHHI BHA-

5 11-0

Br B m Cloudings (IRE) - Dangan Juliet (IRE) J

O Mutual Friends

NON-RUNNER

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Tom Mellerick Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW

6 EL ELEFANTE (IRE) (152) 211- C

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-0

Br Ch m Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Cuddle Ina Drizzle (IRE) Derek Fox J

O The Tuskars

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mrs Anne Tector Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points before readily bagging 11-runner bumper at Musselburgh on her Rules debut before following up in similarly simple fashion here in April. Potentially useful recruit to hurdling. TFRHHHHH BHA-

7 MERMAIDS CAVE (IRE) (30) 60 4 10-11

Br B f Court Cave (IRE) - Kylebeg Dancer (IRE) E. Walsh (3) J

O The Three Joe’s Partnership Ciaran Murphy, Ireland T

B Ms Geraldine Regan

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit when mid-field at Kilbeggan on her debut but took a backwards step when well beaten at Ballinrobe last time More needed.

TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: HAPPY D’EX (FR) 5 11 7 Sean Bowen 1-7 (Gordon Elliott) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Stadium Talk (IRE), 3-1 Condesa (IRE), 7-2 Sea Aster (IRE), 8-1 El Elefante (IRE), 10-1 Gaye Winnie (IRE), 100-1 Mermaids Cave (IRE)

EL ELEFANTE created a fine impression when winning both starts in bumpers in the spring and Lucinda Russell’s mare is worth chancing to maintain her unbeaten record receiving weight from the bulk of the already-proven Irish contingent, with Condesa, Stadium Talk and Sea Aster most appealing amongst them.

THE RESULT

1st

2nd Distance 3rd

4th Time

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In the event of evacuation, please remain calm and assist the racecourse by leaving your area in a safe and orderly manner

If you feel you require extra assistance, please notify the nearest member of the racecourse staff It is also forbidden to cross the course when the horses are out on it.

Thank you for your assistance in this matter

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EL ELEFANTE (IRE) 2.CONDESA (IRE) 3.STADIUM TALK (IRE)

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SECOND RACE 2.55

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

THE LORD MANSFIELD MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

(Go

North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252.

(Penalty Value £5281)

Leading course trainer (17-22): L Russell (32 wins from 318 runners, 10%) runs AURORA THUNDER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Mcconnell (3 wins from 42 runners, 7%) runs ANDYS FLAME

Longest Traveller: ANDYS FLAME trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 ANDYS FLAME (GB) (28) 01/00-33

6 12-0

Br Gr g Martaline - Marie Deja La (FR) Ben Harvey (3) J

O Mr D. Kierans John McConnell, Ireland T

B Miss Amanda Lysaght

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran creditably In Ireland both starts during the summer, in first-time cheekpieces when third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (20.4f) last month. Can give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA117

2 UNCLE BERT (GB) (165) 22241P-

6 11-13

Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Azza (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O James & Jean Potter Ltd Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B James & Jean Potter Potter Group S

TIMEFORM VIEWShowed promise when runner-up on his first 3 starts and off the mark at Warwick (2m) in March, drawing clear on the run-in. Stiff task upped to Grade 1 level at Aintree next time, so he remains with potential as he makes his handicap debut.

3 ONWARD ROUTE (IRE) (21) 05-2405

9 11-10

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Just Stunning (IRE) Ross Chapman J

O Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B John O’Brien Stonegrave Aggregates Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last summer and ran best race in handicaps when second at Hexham (16.2f) in May. Bounced back from a below-par effort when mid-field returned to Hexham (20.1f) last time, but may just find others stronger TFRHHIII BHA113

4 CITY DERBY (IRE) (21) 15-2243 C D

7 11-5

Br Ch g Ask - Reine d’Or (IRE) Sean Quinlan J

O Fools Who Dream Partnership Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T

B Mr & Mrs P. Haughey Bolton Mill Holiday Park, Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Making his fourth start for his current yard, returned to form when landing handicap at Wetherby (21.2f) in April. Has continued in good heart since, running up to his best when third at Hexham (20.1f) 3 weeks ago Could be thereabouts once more. TFRHHHII BHA108

5 AURORA THUNDER (GB) (132) P0043-5 D

Br B m Malinas (GER) - Ninna Nanna (FR)

9 11-4

Patrick Wadge (5) J

O Thunder Holdings Ltd Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Allson Wholesale, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t quite look the force of old when going without a win last season, but not ideally placed back down in trip when fifth of 9 in handicap at this C&D in May. Lurks on a dangerous mark, though. TFRHHIII BHA107

6 BEAUTY TO BEHOLD (IRE) (16) 43-2332 BF

6 10-13

Br Gr m Mahler - Castle Lake (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mrs Wilma Duffus

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B William O’Leary Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden under Rules but has run well at this C&D on both starts since joining her current yard, still having plenty to do 3 out when finishing runner-up here 16 days ago Can give her running again. TFRHHHII BHA102

7 DALILEO (IRE) (16) P42234 CD

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE)

O THP RACING & D A HARRISON RACING

8 10-7

Danny McMenamin J

Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B Barronstown Stud Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success over hurdles came at this C&D back in 2021 and has been going through a good spell at this course for his current yard, again making the frame despite the drop in trip when fourth here (16.2f) 16 days ago More needed for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA96

8 SANOSUKE (IRE) (133) 05622-2 BF

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Fix (NZ)

O Douglas Miller, Coltman, Dunning, Turcan

5 10-5

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Coolmore Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat in Ireland and has got back on track over hurdles at this C&D on his last 2 starts, only narrowly denied when runner-up here in May. Could be ready to open his account in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA94

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: CURIOUS TIMES (IRE) 9 11 11 James Bowen 17-2 (S R B Crawford) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 8.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Uncle Bert (GB), 9-2 Andys Flame (GB), 5-1 City Derby (IRE), 13-2 Sanosuke (IRE), 8-1 Beauty To Behold (IRE), 10-1 Dalileo (IRE), 11-1 Aurora Thunder (GB), 14-1 Onward Route (IRE)

SANOSUKE has run up to his best when second at this C&D on his last 2 starts, collared only near the finish in May, and the 5-y-o can pick up where he left off to gain a first success over hurdles. He is taken to get the better of Uncle Bert, who isn’t taken lightly on his handicap debut, while Andys Flame also merits consideration.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SANOSUKE (IRE) 2.UNCLE BERT 3.ANDYS FLAME

THE RESULT

1st

3rd

PHOTOGRAPHY

2nd Distance

4th Time

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THIRD RACE 3.30

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

THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 5)

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): L Russell (32 wins from 318 runners, 10%) runs HECTOR MASTER & THUNDER IN MILAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (2 wins from 15 runners, 13%) runs HECTOR MASTER & THUNDER IN MILAN

Fancy That: L Russell won this race in 2018, 2019 and 2020 The stable runs HECTOR MASTER & THUNDER IN MILAN today. Longest Traveller: GLEN ALI trained by C O’Connell, Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 SO BE IT (IRE) (21) 2P224P

7 12-0

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Maple Valley Gale (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J

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

B Mr Liam Lennon

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice around 3m here this summer but he does need to shrug off a disappointing run at Hexham 3 weeks ago Has first-time cheekpieces added on the back of that. TFRHHHII BHA99

2 ATTITASH (IRE) (12) D00355

8 11-7

Br B g Mahler - Indian Legend (IRE) Caragh Monaghan (7) J

O Mr C. Monaghan Ian Patrick Donoghue, Ireland T

B R. McCarthy

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely performing with credit in defeat over hurdles and fences in Ireland this season. Should be competitive on this first run in Britain. TFRHHHII BHA92

3 SPUTNIK (IRE) (122) P363-22 D

8 11-5

Br B g Recital (FR) - Itlallendintears (IRE) Bruce Lynn (3) J

O Jackie Stephen Racing Club Jackie Stephen, Melrose T

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chaser winner in 2022 and knocking on the door this spring, finishing runner-up over fences here and hurdles at Kelso in May. Good shout if ready to roll after 4 months off TFRHHHHH BHA90

4 HECTOR MASTER (FR) (152) F40P/4P-

6 11-2

Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Queen Maresca (FR) Derek Fox J

O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell

B M. Besnouin & J. Feuillet-Besnouin

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has gone the wrong way since a fairly encouraging hurdles bow, including in 2 outings back from an absence this spring. Remains to be seen if a switch to fences sparks a revival, although stable’s good record in this provides some hope TFRHHIII BHA87

5 THUNDER IN MILAN (IRE) (133) 20415-5 D

Br B g Milan - Baby Briggs (IRE)

O Thunder Holdings Ltd

7 11-0

Stephen Mulqueen J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences in Musselburgh handicap over this trip in March. Respectable fifth in 2 outings later in the spring. First run for 133 days ago Yard does well in this race TFRHHHII BHA85

6 GLEN ALI (IRE) (50) RP-0056

Br B m Califet (FR) - Glen Eile (IRE)

O Ms Claire O’Connell

B Ms Claire O’Connell

8 10-10

Harry Cobden J

Ms Claire O’Connell, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW No form of worth, struggling with a circuit to go in a maiden chase at Roscommon last month. Has the assistance of Harry Cobden for this handicap debut but it’s still hard to be too positive unless the market vibes are notably strong. TFRHHIII BHA81

7 A PLACE APART (IRE) (28) 3000-24

Br B g Power - Simadartha (USA)

9 10-5

Danny McMenamin J

O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B Lynch Bages Ltd Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact last season but better signs when second on C&D reappearance in August. Possibly stretched by 3m when fading into a well-held fourth at Uttoxeter last time and treated as if still in form. TFRHHHHI BHA76

8 ANY JOB WILL DO (IRE) (163) 04PPP/0-

Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Funcheon Lady (IRE)

O Northern Lights Racing

7 10-2

Sean Quinlan J

Jackie Stephen, Melrose T

B L. McCabe Rapid Project Developments Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks of little account.

9 BANDIT D’AINAY (FR) (30) 35-045U

12 10-2

Br B g Crossharbour - Ne M’Oubliez Pas (FR) Brian Hughes J

O The Golden Cuckoo Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B S. Milaveau & Haras de Saint Voir SCA Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in France but now 0-17 since coming to Britain Brian Hughes up but it’s likely that wait for a win here will go on. TFRHHIII BHA69

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: SHANBALLY ROSE (IRE) 8 9 11 Dylan Johnston 17-2 (Rose Dobbin) 7 ran

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

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.

Stewards Note:

SO BE IT: Following its run on 6/9/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Sputnik (IRE), 7-2 Attitash (IRE), 5-1 Thunder In Milan (IRE), 6-1 A Place Apart (IRE), 8-1 So Be It (IRE), 10-1 Hector Master (FR), 22-1 Glen Ali (IRE), 33-1 Bandit d’Ainay (FR), 66-1 Any Job Will Do (IRE)

If SPUTNIK is the same form as when last seen in the spring he might prove the answer to this handicap chase A Place Apart is second choice returned to the scene of his reappearance second. The fact Lucinda Russell has won this 3 times since 2018 also earns Thunder In Milan a place on the shortlist. TIMEFORM

THE RESULT

ABBREVIATIONS

BF - Beaten Favourite. B - Brought Down. C - Course Winner D - Distance Winner F - Fell. P - Pulled Up R - Refused. S - Slipped Up U - Unseated. d - Disqualified. r - Ran Out.

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2023/24 Northern Area

Point-to-Point fixtures

2023

Sunday 3rd December

Border at Hexham Racecourse (First Race 12.30pm)

Sunday 17th December

Ratcheugh Racing Club at Alnwick (12.00pm)

2024

Sunday 7th January

West Percy at Alnwick (12.30pm)

Sunday 21st January

Jedforest at Friars Haugh, Kelso (12.30pm)

Sunday 28th January

Percy at Alnwick (12.30pm)

Sunday 11th February

Berwickshire at Friars Haugh, Kelso (12.30pm)

Sunday 25th February

College Valley & North Northumberland at Alnwick (1.00pm)

Saturday 9th March

Buccleuch at Friars Haugh, Kelso (1.00pm)

Saturday 23rd March

Lanark & Renfrew and Eglinton at Overton Farm (1.00pm)

Friday 29th March

Morpeth at Tranwell (1.30pm)

Monday 1st April

Tynedale at Corbridge (1.30pm)

Saturday 27th April

Overton Races at Overton Farm (2.00pm)

Saturday 18th May

Haydon at Hexham Racecourse (2.00pm)

FOURTH RACE 4.05

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

THE BET WITH THE DEWHURST RING JET MASTER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (57 wins from 169 runners, 34%) runs NOTTODAYBOBO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runs NOTTODAYBOBO

Longest Travellers: NOTTODAYBOBO trained by G Elliott & PARK ANNONCIADE 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 THEREISNODOUBT (IRE) (165) 134244- D

10 12-0

Br Ch g Primary (USA) - Doubt (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Mrs H. Kelly Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Moygaddy Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to his best when gaining his first success for current connections at Kelso (2m, heavy) in January Didn’t do a great deal wrong in defeat after and his mark has dipped a little ahead of this return. TFRHHHII BHA120

2 NOTTODAYBOBO (IRE) (19) 6-6441U D

Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Takeyourcapoff (IRE)

5 11-5

Sean Bowen J

O Pioneer Racing Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Francis & Christopher Donnelly Pioneer Racing, Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2m Kilbeggan maiden hurdle in first-time tongue tie last month. Left in front (had been 2 lengths second) when hampered and unseated on landing at the last on chasing debut there 3 weeks ago Retains potential for handicaps and leading player. TFRHHHHI BHA111

3 RAKHINE STATE (IRE) (16) 333-613 CD

10 11-4

Br B g Arakan (USA) - Oiselina (FR) Tom Bellamy J

O Mr Adam Lucock D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T

B Bluegate Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D hurdles winner who struck over fences (3-runner contest) here in July Found wanting for speed behind Malangen in C&D handicap a fortnight ago and might be ready for a return to further now.

4 APPLAUS (GER) (116) 02-0324 D 11 11-4

Br B g Tiger Hill (IRE) - All About Love (GER)

O Mrs Gemma Hogg Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Gestut Hof Ittlingen

TIMEFORM VIEW Struck twice at Carlisle (17f) last term. First visit to Perth and might need this first run since early-June

5 VOCAL DUKE (IRE) (32) 20-0560 D 7

Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Heir Today (IRE)

O Jim Bracken, Keith Hadwin & DJM

B J. S. Bolger Station Yard Garage Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last win at Cartmel in June 2022 and hard to catch right since, fading there last month. Mark has dipped further

6 PARK ANNONCIADE (FR) (57) 50-021 CD

5 11-3

Br B g Masked Marvel - Yellow Ball (FR) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Mr G. Defontaine & Mr F. Duvivier

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEWWent the wrong way in bumpers but has made a promising start over hurdles, not needing to improve to land C&D novice 8 weeks ago Might benefit from a longer trip but can do better now handicapping and could be hard to catch.

7 CUBAN CIGAR (GB) (152) 343312- D

Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Semayyel (IRE)

O Mr Gerry McGladery & Russell

B The Semayyel Partnership

TFRHHHHH BHA109

5 11-2

Miss Roisin Leech (7) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWHeld hisform admirably well last term, deservedly getting hishead back in frontat Musselburgh (17.5f) before a good second in stronger contest over C&D Might need this.

8 MALANGEN (IRE) (16) 213241 CD

Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Lady’s Locket (IRE)

O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing

TFRHHHII BHA108

8 10-8

Peter Kavanagh (3) J

Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B Miss Madeline Burns Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWGoes well here, landing a fourth course win in C&D handicap earlier this month, giving further reason to think his attitude flaws are a thing of the past as he gradually got to the runaway leader under this rider Can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA100

9 FRIGHTENED RABBIT (USA) (21) P/100-P5 D 11 10-5

Br B g Hard Spun (USA) - Champagne Ending (USA) Conor Rabbitt (5) J

O Mr Tony Harrison Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B Jeanne Bruce Ye Olde Greyhound Inn S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Hexham in re-fitted cheekpieces in May 2022 but little show since, including in 2 runs for this yard this summer TFRHHIII BHA97

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 6, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Park Annonciade (FR), 4-1 Malangen (IRE), 13-2 Nottodaybobo (IRE), 7-1 Rakhine State (IRE), 8-1 Cuban Cigar (GB), 10-1 Thereisnodoubt (IRE), 12-1 Vocal Duke (IRE), 22-1 Applaus (GER), 50-1 Frightened Rabbit (USA)

PARK ANNONCIADE isn’t bombproof given how his form quickly tailed off in bumpers but he’s made a good start over hurdles, scoring here last time, and is worth the benefit of the doubt on his handicap debut. Nottodaybobo is interesting back hurdling for Gordon Elliott, while Malangen, who scored for a fourth time here a fortnight ago, can go well again.

THE RESULT

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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Change is afoot in 2024 with significant changes to the fixture list, predominantly due to Premierisation and an extended Jump Jockeys summer break. We will be hosting 13 fixtures from April to October with the loss of June Saturday and the two-day meeting at the beginning of August and in return a new afternoon raceday on Tuesday 22 October will instead close off Perth’s racing calendar for the year

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FIFTH RACE 4.40

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

THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW DAVID WHITAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £25000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630

(Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): G Elliott (57 wins from 169 runners, 34%) runs THE ABBEY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runs THE ABBEY Longest Travellers: THE ABBEY trained by G Elliott, BORN FAMOUS trained by C O’Connel & BODHISATTVA trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 CYCLOP (IRE) (152) 4111FP- C D

12 12-0

Br B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Tasmani (FR) Brian Hughes J

O DD Racing & Professor L P Hardwick David Dennis, Banbury T

B John Fallon DD Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in veterans’ company earlier this year but subsequently lost form and is liable to need this first run for 5 months. TFRHHIII BHA135

2 BORN FAMOUS (IRE) (39) 1-11111 CD

6 11-9

Br B m Famous Name - Born Noble (IRE) Harry Cobden J

O Ms Claire O’Connell Ms Claire O’Connell, Ireland T

B Ms Claire O’Connell

TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 6 starts for Iain Jardine, the latest over hurdles at this course last month. Has now returned to former stable but still merits plenty of respect back over larger obstacles. TFRHHHHI BHA130

3 BODHISATTVA (IRE) (30) 00-1353 CD

6 11-5

Br Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Honey Blond (IRE) Ben Harvey (3) J

O The 119 Partnership John McConnell, Ireland T

B P. & J. Mills

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler/chaser for Gordon Elliott. Gradually coming to hand for present yard, running creditably when third at Cartmel a month ago Should be thereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA126

4 HAUTE ESTIME (IRE) (154) 244413-

6 11-4

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 in March and backed it up with a solid showing in a listed event over C&D 5 months ago Not seen since, but strong claims if she’s tuned up TFRHHHHI BHA125

5 THE ABBEY (IRE) (20) 3-11300

10 10-13

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Sapphire Spray (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O When In Rome Partnership Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Mrs K. Prendergast Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in May but has lost his form since (down the field on the Flat last time), so others more appealing unless the market speaks firmly in his favour TFRHHIII BHA120

6 WASDELL DUNDALK (FR) (16) 653611 CD

Br Ch g Spirit One (FR) - Linda Queen (FR)

O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing

8 10-2

Danny McMenamin J

Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has relished the step up to staying distances lately, completing a C&D double with something to spare 16 days ago Worth a chance to complete the hat-trick from a mark that sill looks lenient based on past exploits. TFRHHHHH BHA109

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: CHARLIE UBERALLES 6 10 7 Conor O’Farrell 3-1 (Dianne Sayer) 7 ran

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

Stewards Note:

CYCLOP: Following its run on 28/4/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Wasdell Dundalk (FR), 10-3 Born Famous (IRE), 7-2 Haute Estime (IRE), 13-2 Bodhisattva (IRE), 12-1 The Abbey (IRE), 16-1 Cyclop (IRE) PLAY

WASDELL DUNDALK has looked rejuvenated lately and he gets the marginal vote as he bids for a quick-fire C&D hat-trick. The seven-timer seeking Born Famous is an obvious danger for all that she’s left Iain Jardine since her latest success, and Haute Estime is likely to feature if tuned up for this first outing in five months.

SIXTH RACE 5.12

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

THE SUSTAINABLE EVENTS AT PERTH RACECOURSE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5)

for three 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) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): D J Jeffreys (8 wins from 25 runners, 32%) runs DR LOCKDOWN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R M Smith (1 win from 23 runners, 4%) runs EUCHAN FALLS & FATHERS ADVICE

Longest Traveller: IVANE trained by C Murphy, Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 PRINCE NINO (FR) (16) 43-3101 CD

6 12-0

Br Ch g It’s Gino (GER) - Down On My Knees (FR) Peter Kavanagh (3) J

O Bolton Mill Racing Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T

B Marie Lapios Baudry & Sophie Lapios

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged second win of season over this C&D when taking 10-runner handicap (good to soft, 7/2) 16 days ago, finding extra. 5lb higher now but likely to go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA95

2 IVANE (FR) (62) 500-006

5 11-12

Br B g Network (GER) - Uvanana (FR) E. Walsh (3) J

O Mr K Clarke Ciaran Murphy, Ireland T

B E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet

TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable sort who fared better than of late when sixth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (22f, soft, 40/1) 62 days ago Still looking for first success, though. TFRHHIII BHA93

3 AWESOME FOURSOME (GB) (121) 6002-05

6 11-12

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Mini Muck Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Nigel Twiston-Davies Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning bumper debut at Worcester in spring of last year and posted best effort over hurdles when runner-up at Market Rasen (20.6f) in March. Well below that level twice since, though.

4 EUCHAN FALLS (IRE) (152) 611465- D

HHIII BHA93

6 11-11

Br Ch g Poet’s Voice - Miss Anneliese (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O Blue Circle Racing R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B W. M. Johnstone

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner earlier this year but form rather tailed off thereafter and hasn’t been seen since below-par fifth over C&D in April. TFRHHIII BHA92

5 FATHERS ADVICE (IRE) (7) 26-452U

6 11-7

Br B g Aiken - I’ll Have It (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O The Racing Suite R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Alastair Pim

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden but down to a career-low mark and found only one too good for the fifth time in his career at Cartmel (17.2f) last month. Unseated early on at Kelso since and must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA88

6 BROWNSTONE (IRE) (19) 00-0005

7 11-7

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Shuil Away (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O Brownstone Cowboys Syndicate Ian Patrick Donoghue, Ireland T

B Mr Nelius O’Keeffe

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped with some encouragement when fifth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (24.4f, good, 4/1) on yard debut 19 days ago and Sean Bowen is an eye-catching booking. Hood back on.

7 SOLWAY MOLLY (GB) (16) 3P-6225

Br B m Trans Island - Solway Sunset

TFRHHHII BHA88

8 11-2

Thomas Dowson J

O D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B D. A. Harrison Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to add to her bumper success but shaped better than bare result when fifth of 10 to Prince Nino over C&D earlier this month and figures off a handy mark. TFRHHHHI BHA83

8 ULTRA VIOLET (GER) (16) 443463

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

O The Dregs Of Humanity

5 10-12

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Gestut Westerberg Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs but returned to form when 4 3/4 lengths third of 10 to Prince Nino in handicap hurdle (9/2) over C&D (good to soft) 16 days ago Likely to be in the mix again. TFRHHHII BHA79

9 LIBOR LAD (GB) (159) 006060-

5 10-11

Br B g Passing Glance - Sonic Weld Tom Bellamy J

O Wingate Associates Limited David Dennis, Banbury T

B Mr John Benfield DD Racing Ltd, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a couple of bumpers and just modest form at best over hurdles. Hard to fancy.

HIIII BHA78

10CONFELICITY (IRE) (16) 0535P3 BF

5 10-7

Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Classic Material Derek Fox J

O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton Carluke T

B Patrick Doyle

TIMEFORM VIEW Found some improvement when third of 6 in handicap hurdle at this course (23.9f, good to soft) 16 days ago This looks more competitive but she warrants respect.

11 BLAME ROSE (IRE) (30) P-50404

HHHII BHA74

6 10-4

Br B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Christmas Cracker (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J

O The Nelson Racing Partnership Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B Mr Michael Shannon Finnies Heavy Haulage S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fared better than of late, in first-time cheekpieces, when creditable fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (22.1f, soft) 30 days ago 3lb lower now and can make presence felt.

12 SOLWAY STAREE (GB) (16) 4033P0

HHHII BHA71

5 10-3

Br B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Kashstaree Conor Rabbitt (5) J

O D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B D.A. Harrison Racing Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form shown thus far over hurdles and finished well behind Prince Nino here last time

13 DR LOCKDOWN (IRE) (181) 3400P6-

TFRHIIII BHA70

6 10-2

Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Our Soiree (IRE) Max Kendrick J

O D. J. Jeffreys

D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T

B Kevin Cullen Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who has shown little in 4 starts under Rules. Plenty to prove from 3lb out of the weights on handicap debut. TFRHIIII BHA66

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: CALLIOPE 9 10 12 Brian Hughes 11-4 (Dianne Sayer) 11 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 13. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 9, 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 8, 11.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Prince Nino (FR), 13-2 Ultra Violet (GER), 7-1 Solway Molly (GB), 17-2 Fathers Advice (IRE), 9-1 Brownstone (IRE), 10-1 Confelicity (IRE), 12-1 Euchan Falls (IRE), 14-1 Awesome Foursome (GB), 16-1 Blame Rose (IRE), 28-1 Ivane (FR), Dr Lockdown (IRE), 50-1 Libor Lad (GB), Solway Staree (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Preference is for PRINCE NINO, who had several of these rivals behind when scoring over C&D earlier this month and remains feasibly treated. Solway Molly and Brownstone head the list of dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PRINCE NINO (FR) 2.SOLWAY MOLLY 3.BROWNSTONE (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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CONDITIONS

First Race 2.20 - THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW EBF MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only which are E.B.F eligible which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than one hurdle race Enter by noon, September 21st and pay £19 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 25th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb We would like to thank BetVictor for the sponsorship of this race A memento will be presented to the winning owner as well as £50 to the groom of the best turned out in the race Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F Mares’ ‘National Hunt Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four and a half furlongs at Newbury on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 14 entries at £19 - Closed September 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.55 - THE LORD MANSFIELD MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 £23 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £18 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 25th. Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Representatives of the Mansfield Family shall kindly present The Lord Mansfield Memorial Trophy and mementos to the winning Owner trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 6th April, 2024 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier 14 entries at £23. - Closed September 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.30 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, September 21st and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 25th.

Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Perth Executive shall present mementos to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey, and £50 to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £15. - Closed September 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 4.05 - THE BET WITH THE DEWHURST RING JET MASTER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 £23 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £18 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 25th. Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Dewhurst Ring have kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 5th April, 2024 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Sea Pigeon Series qualifier 15 entries, 1 at £5 and 14 at £23. - Closed September 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.40 - THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW DAVID WHITAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757 for four yrs old and upwards. £50 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 25th. Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WEATHERBY’S has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey and £50 to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse In addition The Whitaker family shall kindly present the David Whitaker Memorial Trophy to the winning Owner PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 12 entries, 4 at £10 and 8 at £50 - Closed September 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 5.12 - THE SUSTAINABLE EVENTS AT PERTH RACECOURSE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, September 21st and pay £18 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 25th. Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Perth Executive shall present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 27 entries at £18. - Closed September 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.