Perth Racecard - Friday 26th April

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CORACH RAMBLER (IRE) (34) 10-P544

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

O The Ramblers

1. Form

2.

3.

7 11-0

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B P. Hillis Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

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

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

STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

HANDICAPS

Once a horse’s ability has been assessed by the Official BHA Handicapper it is given an official rating. This is 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 4ft 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.

TIMEFORM VIEW Leaped into favouritism for this with a second 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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ABANDONMENT POLICY

In the event of racing being abandoned before the first race has been run, all ticket holders should retain tickets Information regarding refunds or transfers will be posted to pre-paid tickets holders within seven days of the abandonment; all other applications should be made to the racecourse office within the same period. In the event of racing being abandoned after the first race has been run, all badge holders should retain their passes. Refunds will not be made unless at the discretion of the management.

ADMISSION POLICY

The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or expel any person from, the racecourse without assigning a reason for doing so, and does not accept any responsibility for loss or damage to persons or to their property

CASH MACHINES

A cash machine is available within the Grandstand Enclosure by the Main Entrance and The Barn.

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, both during their racing career and afterwards. 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 round 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

NEW CLAIMING PROCEDURES

The procedures for Claiming and Selling Races have changed. No Claims will be accepted on the racecourse No additional period is allowed for Friendly Claims. Registered Owners, Licensed and Permitted trainers may claim by telephone, to Weatherbys on 01933 303080

Such claims must be made within 15 minutes of the start of the race A BHA Security Code is required (to apply, contact Weatherbys on 01933 440077). No premium will be payable in the event of unopposed Friendly Claims For more information, please ask the Director of Racing.

NO SMOKING

Smoking or vaping is not permitted in any enclosed public places within Perth Racecourse

It is an offence to smoke or knowingly to permit smoking in any enclosed areas of the Racecourse and where you see the no smoking sign.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication.

Flash photography is essentially dangerous where horses are involved. You are asked not to use flash photography anywhere in the grandstand enclosure and particularly near the winner’s enclosure.

RACECOURSE SAFETY MESSAGE

In the event of an emergency at the racecourse, all racegoers will be notified via safety messages over the racecourse PA System. Please follow the instructions of the messages and also of the racecourse staff and police. 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

RADIOS AND MOBILE TELEPHONES

The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse Further details are available from the racecourse office.

STABLE STAFF LIAISON

At Perth, as at the other racecourses in Scotland, the enjoyment and welfare of stable staff is very important to us To help ensure that any ideas for improvements or any complaints can be addressed at a suitable time, Matthew Taylor

Please contact Matthew on racedays in the Raceday Office or telephone 07521 517495.

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FIRST RACE 1.30

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

THE AK BETS BEST PRICE EVERY RUNNER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 308 runners, 11%) runs CUBAN CIGAR and OLD GREGORIAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 39 runners, 15%) runs CUBAN CIGAR and OLD GREGORIAN

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

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 LIVELY CITIZEN (IRE) (14) 4F2014 CD

Br B g Frammassone (IRE) - Acinorev (IRE)

O Mark E Smith and Keith M Hawes

B E. M. O’Sullivan

9 12-0

Cian Chester (10) J

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

TIMEFORM VIEW In good heart since returning to this sphere following a stint over the larger obstacles, winning at Ffos Las (2m, heavy) last month and good fourth of 19 at Aintree (2m, soft) a fortnight ago Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA119

2 WELL PLANTED (FR) (32) 432126 CD BF

Br B g Planteur (IRE) - Next Dream (FR)

O Drew & Ailsa Russell

7 12-0

Ben Smith (7) J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Mr Gerard Fontaine Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a second C&D success in August and also went close here later that month. Not seen over hurdles since September but a recent spin on AW Flat should have put him spot on for this. TFRHHHII BHA119

3 JASON THE MILITANT (IRE) (42) P-0055P D

Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Rock Angel (IRE)

O Mr G. Nicholson

10 11-13

Joe Williamson (3) J

Philip Kirby, Richmond T

B Peter & Martin Michael Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time very smart hurdler for Henry de Bromhead but little impact for current yard, pulling up in Martin Pipe at Cheltenham latest This undoubtedly easier but still has too much to prove TFRHHIII BHA118

4 FORCING BULL (FR) (153) 10110-P

Br B g Papal Bull - Florice (GER)

7 11-12

Brian Hughes J

O The Turner Family Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Detouillon Raphael et Frederique et al TIMEFORM VIEWWonapairof SedgefieldnovicehurdlesinMarch2023butwellheld inahandicapat Ayr thefollowingmonth andpulledupinHaydockGradeon return in November Off a further 5 months since. Still early days but betting perhaps the best guide to what’s expected this afternoon. TFRHHIII BHA117

5 CUBAN CIGAR

O Mr Gerry McGladery & Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B The Semayyel Partnership Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

O Alexander Family

W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mr Mark Grace, Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has reacted well to a visor lately, building on Ayr second when winning a competitive series final at Musselburgh (17.5f, heavy) 3 weeks ago Raised 8lb but retains handicapping scope on old form. TFRHHHHI BHA109

7 SCOTS POET (GB) (21) 242F10 D

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Blue Nymph

O Distillery Racing Club

8 11-4

Craig Nichol J

Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Distillery Stud Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day but well behind Mack The Man back there since. Others arrive with more pressing claims. TFRHHIII BHA109

8 RASCAL (GB) (25) 6-3102

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Fairy Theatre (IRE)

O Sharon Nelson & Vicki Robinson

6 11-3

Sam Twiston-Davies J

Tom George, Slad T

B Jeremy MacTaggart HBA Media S

TIMEFORM VIEW Too free when well held sole outing in bumpers but has fared better over hurdles, building on his Warwick debut third last spring when winning 2m Doncastermaiden6monthslater.Pulledwellclearoftherestwhen3lengthssecondin2mHuntingdonhandicaplatestsoa3lbnudgelooksfair TFRHHHHI BHA108

9 OLD GREGORIAN (GB) (81) 652-1P3 D 5 11-2

Br B g Jack Hobbs - Thankyou Very Much Derek Fox J

O Mr Robert Gibbons Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Robert Gibbons Edinburgh Real Ale (E. R. A.) S

TIMEFORM VIEWMadeasuccessfuldebutoverhurdlesafter6monthsoffin2mKelsomaideninOctober,beatingonewhowonhisnext2starts.PulledupatAintree next time but better when third of 12 at Carlisle in February Unexposed now handicapping after wind surgery (also tongue tied). TFRHHHHI BHA107

10DOMINIC’S FAULT (GB) (73) F-13 D

11-2

Br B g Camelot - Midnight Angel (GER) Sean Bowen J

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Newsells Park Stud Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEWWell-bred,rangysortwhoovercamealengthyabsencetolanda6-runnernoviceat Leicester(2m,heavy)inJanuary Travelledwelllongwaybefore fading into third at Lingfield 5 weeks later. Given a bit of time since and open to progress now switching to a handicap Tongue tied first time TFRHHHHH BHA107

11 CAN’T STOP NOW (IRE) (32) 5410-62 D

7 11-1

Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Sorry Woman (FR) Conor O’Farrell J

O Let’s Be Lucky Racing 30 Iain Jardine Carrutherstown T

B Newtown Stud Syndicate Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW This front-runner won a 2m Musselburgh handicap hurdle last March and added to his tally on the Flat at Carlisle in August. Creditable second in a 2m Ayr handicap last month but disappointed on AW Flat 16 days later. Had a wind op since. TFRHHIII BHA106 (+1)

12 POLISUD (FR) (31) P56312 BF

8 10-11

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Polimere (FR) Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J

O The Cheltenham Trail Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Thierry Cypres Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time fairly useful chaser/hurdle winner in France who took advantage of a big drop in the weights to land a 2m Newcastle handicap last month. Backed that up when second there 3 weeks later. Another to consider TFRHHHHI BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: INFERNO SACREE (FR) 5 10 9 Tom Buckley 10-3 (Nigel Hawke) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 9, 10 Hood worn by No 11. Visor worn by No 6.

Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 7, 12. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 9, 11.

Stewards Note:

CAN’T STOP NOW: Following its run on 25/3/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Dominic’s Fault (GB), 13-2 Rascal (GB), 7-1 Mack The Man (IRE), 8-1 Old Gregorian (GB), 9-1 Lively Citizen (IRE), 10-1 Polisud (FR), 14-1 Cuban Cigar (GB), 16-1 Scots Poet (GB), 22-1 Well Planted (FR), 25-1 Forcing Bull (FR), Can’t Stop Now (IRE), 28-1 Jason The Militant (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A competitive handicap to open the card. DOMINIC’S FAULT travels like one who could be well treated off an opening mark of 107 and is given a chance to prove it with a tongue tie added. Rascal and Old Gregorian have similarly unexposed profiles to the selection, while Mack The Man and Lively Citizen have a lot more miles on the clock but arrive in good form.

FIGURES IN BRACKETS

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

ADMISSION POLICY

The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or expel any person from, the racecourse without assigning a reason for doing so, and does not accept any responsibility for loss or damage to persons or to their property

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.

Correct as of Race 4 on Thu 25 April

Perth National Hunt Owners’ Championship

Mrs Diana L. Whateley - 15

Claxby & Co - 10

Old Gold Racing - 10

Perth National Hunt Trainers’ Championship

Olly Murphy - 50

Lucinda Russell - 43

Willie Mullins - 13

Perth National Hunt Jockeys’ Championship

Sean Bowen - 41

Derek Fox - 30

Gavin Sheehan - 15

Perth BTO Yard Championship

Mike Smith - 20

Willie Mullins - 20

Olly Murphy - 20

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

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Min 6 Runners Req. Favourite must go off at odds greater than 6/4. Max Free Bet £10 per race. Applies to all UK & IRE Races. 18+ T&Cs Apply. www.QuinnBet.com

SECOND RACE 2.05

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

THE QUINNBET HIGHLAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

(For The Julian Llewellen Palmer Memorial Trophy) for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £12117, 2nd £6057, 3rd £3030, 4th £1515, 5th £756.

(Penalty Value £15843) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 308 runners, 11%) runs HAUTE ESTIME and RETURN FIRE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (8 wins from 36 runners, 22%) runs

DUKE OF DECEPTION

Longest Traveller: CONKWELL LEGEND trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 445 miles.

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

colours no horse

1 HOUSTON TEXAS (IRE) (19) 1-1P534

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Royal Robin (IRE)

O Mr A. Crawford

B Edmond Kent

age st-lb

10 12-0

Sean Quinlan J

Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to his fine record at Carlisle when scoring on return (26.2f) there in November Not at best since but this at least represents a drop in grade, so not completely ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA122

2 CONKWELL LEGEND (GB) (19) 3UF032 BF

Br B g Midnight Legend - Gallimaufry

TIMEFORM

10 12-0

Mr Adam Ryan (7) J

O Mrs Sarah Keys Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Mrs H. R. Cross Tote S

3 DUKE OF DECEPTION (IRE) (27) 314221

Br B g September Storm (GER) - Mrs Peachey (IRE)

7 11-12

Henry Brooke J

O The Salmon Family Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Mrs Gail Kidd Amelia Knight Holdings Limited, Swansway S

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 6-runner handicap chase (5/2) at Haydock (25.6f, soft) 27 days ago, pushed out. Likeable type who represents a stable in red-hot form, so merits plenty of respect. TFRHHHHI BHA120

4 PRINCE DES FICHAUX (FR) (11) 546224

7 11-11

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Princesse Kap (FR) Danny McMenamin J

O John & Liz Elliot Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Mme Alexandrine Berger Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

TIMEFORM VIEW Very good second of 12 in Eider Chase (11/1) at Newcastle on penultimate outing and backed it up with a solid showing when fourth at Kelso 11 days ago Visor back on and, while others look better treated, he’s a proven stayer TFRHHHII BHA119

5 HAUTE ESTIME (IRE) (58) 3-F5563

7 11-10

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

O Brahms & Liszt

B Denis Duggan

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Going well when falling 3 out in class 2 handicap here on reappearance and easily most encouraging effort since when third at Bangor a couple of months ago One to consider from an appealing mark. TFRHHHHI BHA118

6 BRETNEY (IRE) (9) 32312P

Br B g Milan - Pearl Buttons

O Slater Stockwood Nicholson Partnership

B W. P. Jenks

9 11-8

Sam Twiston-Davies J

Henry Daly, Ludlow T

Humphrey Butler Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Sandown in February and backed it up with a solid showing at Warwick. Seemingly amiss at Cheltenham last time but no surprise if he’s back on his game with blinkers refitted. TFRHHHII BHA116 (-1)

7 TOM CODY (IRE) (19) 114241

Br B g Morozov (USA) - Smiths Lady (IRE)

O Mr Ian Charles Wilson

B L. Doyle

8 11-3

Brian Hughes J

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Came good in December, winning at Newcastle (3m) and Wetherby (19.5f, heavy) and got back on the up when scoring easily in 11-runner handicap at Carlisle recently Could take a hand if he gets the longer trip TFRHHHII BHA111

8 BREEZE OF WIND (IRE) (19) 111214 BF

Br Gr g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mite Be Cloudy (IRE)

O Take That 1

7 10-13

Sam Coltherd J

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B Mrs Mary Mangan Bell Rural Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has upped his form since switched to chasing, making it 4 wins in this sphere when seeing off 4 rivals over 4m at Hexham last month. Shaped as if still in form (made a couple of errors) behind Tom Cody at Carlisle last time and return to this sort of trip should suit. Strong claims. TFRHHHHH BHA107

9 RETURN FIRE (IRE) (35) 6-1354U BF

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - There On Time (IRE)

O Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club

B Barry Murphy

8 10-9

Patrick Wadge (3) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Orion Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Started the season well but has lost form since and has a bit to prove compared to some of his rivals. TFRHHIII BHA103

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: IF NOT FOR DYLAN (IRE) 8 10 11 Alan Doyle 22-1 (Andrew Hamilton) 13 ran Visor worn first time by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 7, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 7.

Stewards Note:

BRETNEY: Following its run on 17/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Duke of Deception (IRE), 9-2 Breeze of Wind (IRE), 6-1 Conkwell Legend (GB), 7-1 Prince des Fichaux (FR), 8-1 Haute Estime (IRE), 10-1 Tom Cody (IRE), 11-1 Houston Texas (IRE), 12-1 Bretney (IRE), 25-1 Return Fire (IRE) PLAY

BREEZE OF WIND is highly progressive and shaped much better than the result having made mistakes at Carlisle last time, so he’s a solid choice to get back to winning ways Duke of Deception arrives on the back of a career best when scoring at Haydock and his stable is flying, so he’s an obvious danger, while Haute Estime is one to note from a lenient mark.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BREEZE

RACECOURSE SAFETY MESSAGE

In the event of an emergency at the racecourse, all racegoers will be notified via safety messages over the racecourse PA System. Please follow the instructions of the messages and also of the racecourse staff and police.

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

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

THIRD RACE 2.40

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

THE AK BETS CHAT TO A TRADER NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS

4) (GBB RACE)

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 (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 308 runners, 11%) runs TOMMYS LAW

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (16 wins from 65 runners, 25%) runs STOKE THE FIRE

Longest Traveller: STOKE THE FIRE trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 STOKE THE FIRE (IRE) (22) 134

Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Jewel of The Nile (FR)

O Middleham Park Racing Ireland

B Haras Sc

5 11-9

Mr P. W. Mullins J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat and easy winner on hurdles debut at Tramore (21.6f, heavy) in January Not disgraced in a Thurles Grade 3 and a 2m Naas novice the last twice and should prove too strong for these rivals. TFRHHHHH BHA134

2 BELLSLEA (IRE) (950)

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Miss Anneliese (IRE)

O Blue Circle Racing

5 11-2

Conor O’Farrell J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B W. M. Johnstone Dalcon Civil Engineering Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in 3 starts on the Flat for Keith Dalgleish in 2021 and best watched starting out over hurdles for new yard on the back of a mammoth absence. TFRHIIII BHA-

3 JINGLE DU GOUET (FR) (16) 210

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Dolly du Gouet (FR)

O Mrs E. C. York

B Thierry Lemoine

5 11-2

Callum Bewley J

Simon Waugh, Morpeth T

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on the second of his 2 starts between the flags but little to shout about on recent hurdles debut at Market Rasen. TFRHIIII BHA-

4 RACQUET CLUB (IRE) (11) P

Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Galipette

O Mrs Evelyn Slack

B Gestut Zur Kuste AG

5 11-2

Henry Brooke J

Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to trouble the judge in 3 runs on the Flat for Johnny Murtagh in 2022 and pulled up on hurdles debut at Kelso 11 days ago TFRHIIII BHA-

5 TOMMYS LAW (IRE) (49) 22-502 5 11-2

Br Gr g Kingston Hill - Ciara’s Oscar (IRE)

O The Falcon Partnership

B Dr Brid Corkery

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both starts in points and stepped up on previous Rules efforts when failing by a whisker in an Ayr maiden hurdle (2m, good to soft) last month. Likely to emerge as the main danger to Stoke The Fire. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 TWOPLACESATONETIME (IRE) (168) PP3-30P 6 11-2

Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Damango (IRE)

O Rebecca Menzies Racing Club

Nathan Moscrop J

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B David Connors Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Rebecca Menzies Racing Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who hasn’t offered much in 2 starts under Rules. TFRHHIII BHA-

7 UNCLE MAC (IRE) (172) F60-3 6 11-2

Br B g Maxios - Aigrette Garzette (IRE) Edward Austin (5) J

O Miss E. Dunkley Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

B Ammerland Verwaltung GmbH & Co.KG

TIMEFORM VIEWHalf-brotherto4winners,includingfairlyusefulhurdler/usefulchaserAntunes.Didn’tshapetoobadlywhenthirdof8onhurdlesdebut/firstrunfollowing awindoponreturnatHereford(19.7f,good)inNovember Absentsincebuteach-waychancefornewyardhereinafirst-timehood/tonguetie TFRHHIII BHA-

8 JUSTWATCHMEDANCE (IRE) (238) 000 4 10-8

Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Lyceum Opera (IRE)

Brian Hughes J

O Mr D. F. Bourke Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B Ms Anne Wishart

TIMEFORM VIEW No show 3 starts over hurdles in Ireland last year and big step forward will be needed on debut for new yard TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: RESPLENDENT GREY (IRE) 5 11 9 Sean Bowen 6-5 (Olly Murphy) 8 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No 7. Hood worn by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No 2.

Probable S.P’s: 8-15 Stoke The Fire (IRE), 10-3 Tommys Law (IRE), 10-1 Uncle Mac (IRE), 33-1 Jingle du Gouet (FR), 50-1 Bellslea (IRE), 66-1 Justwatchmedance (IRE), 200-1 Racquet Club (IRE), Twoplacesatonetime (IRE)

STOKE THE FIRE wasn’t beaten far in a stronger novice than this at Naas last time and he looks set to make a small contribution to Willie Mullins’ bid for the British jumps trainers’ championship Tommys Law took a step forward when going close at Ayr and he is clear second choice ahead of Uncle Mac.

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FOURTH RACE 3.15

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

THE MUIRHALL ENERGY

NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards ™

Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)

Longest Traveller: BELLA BLISS trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 308 runners, 11%) runs SO THEY SAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (8 wins from 36 runners, 22%) runs JACKS PARROT

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

colours no horse age st-lb

1 UNIVERSAL FOLLY (GB) (83) 11122P D

Br B g Universal (IRE) - Madam Jolie (IRE)

O Tor Side Racing

B Mrs P. A. Cowey

9 11-10

Sam Coltherd J

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

TIMEFORM VIEWCompletedahat-trickoverfencesatHexhaminOctoberandcontinuedingoodheartwhenrunner-upatAintree(25f)andCarlisle(20f).Beatenlongbefore theextradistancemighthavebeenanissueatMusselburgh(31.4f,goodtosoft)3monthsagoandhassincemovedyards.Marketcheckneeded. TFRHHHII BHA124

2 CHARLES RITZ (GB) (55) 642-163

Br B g Milan - Miss Ballantyne

8 11-7

Sean Bowen J

O Mr David McDermott Tom George, Slad T

B Trull House Stud Ltd HBA Media S

TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage8-y-owhotastedsuccessoverhurdlesandimprovedwhenopeninghischaseaccountfollowingatExeter(19.2f,heavy) on New Year’s Day. However, he’s failed to build on that on both subsequent starts and now first-time headgear goes on. TFRHHIII BHA121

3 BELLA BLISS (IRE) (7) 230053 D

Br B m Getaway (GER) - Izabelle Amie (IRE)

7 11-4

Brian Hayes J

O Claire Wylie John McConnell, Ireland T

B William Mangan

TIMEFORM VIEW Has scored 3 times over fences this season and got back on track after a few disappointing efforts when 4 1/4 lengths third of 5 to Favori de Champdou in Grade 3 at Limerick (24.6f, heavy) last week. That was a substandard graded event run at a steady gallop, however TFRHHIII BHA118

4 ARTIC ROW (GB) (49) 3P1F11

7 11-2

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Line Artic (FR) Sean Quinlan J

O Ken McGarrity & Walker,Wheeler,Wheeler

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Wood Farm Stud Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd, Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWJustified market confidence in an Ayr handicap ingood style inDecember Made it 3-3 over obstacles atthattrackwhen getting the better of an argument with Monochromix last time and while this 9lb higher mark demands more, he remains open to improvement as a chaser TFRHHHHI BHA116

5 GOLD EMERY (FR) (37) 22-52P2 D

Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - Queissa (FR)

O Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited

8 10-12

Theo Gillard J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & M. Joel Poitou Prisma Colour Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWPoint/hurdleswinnerwhogotbetterwitheachrunoverfenceslastseasonandputapooreffortbehindhimwhenfinishingrunner-upatHaydock (28.4f, heavy) last month (front pair clear). Has had several near misses over fences and first-time headgear could eke out that bit extra. TFRHHHII BHA

6 JACKS PARROT (FR) (20) 262441 D

112

5 10-10

Br B g Free Port Lux - Boscraie (FR) Henry Brooke J

O MTRC and Appleton Racing

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Mr Jacques Cypres Swansway S

TIMEFORM VIEWBumperwinnerwhoseemedtoshowmuchimprovedformuppedto3mtorecordafirstsuccessoverobstaclesin3-runnerhandicapatUttoxeter (24f, heavy) just under 3 weeks ago, jumping much better than on British debut. 8lb higher but he’s a young chaser going places. TFRHHHHH BHA

7 PETRASTAR (GB) (198) 6-U1034 CD

112

9 10-8

Br B g Passing Glance - Petrarchick (USA) Lewis Stones (3) J

O Mr Mark E. Smith

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

and returns down at his last winning mark. Others look stronger, though. TFRHHIII BHA108

8 SO THEY SAY (GB) (52) F24133 D BF

Br B m Malinas (GER) - Feisty Lass (IRE)

O The Osprey Partnership

8 10-5

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B J. P. Selby Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWLightly-raced hurdler who confirmed the promise of her chase debut when winning 7-runner handicap at Musselburgh in January. Similar form when third on both starts since and should make another bold bid from the front. TFRHHHII BHA105

9 BUSTY BOY (IRE) (31) 25-1242 D

7 10-5

Br Ch g Ivawood (IRE) - Alexander Divine Brian Hughes J

O Mr Scott Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B Thomas Maher L.I.P Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWSuccessfulon3ofhis4startsinIrishpointssonosurprisehelefthurdlesformbehindwhenmakingawinningchasedebutatKelsoonreturn.

Took a step back in the right direction after 3 months off when second of 4 at Newcastle (20.1f, heavy) recently but this is tougher TFRHHHII BHA103

10HERITIER DE SIVOLA (FR) (19) 521110 D

7 10-5

Br Ch g Noroit (GER) - Quellevic (FR) Joe Williamson (3) J

O Mr G. Nicholson Philip Kirby, Richmond T

B Gilles Trapenard & Max Trapenard Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWWinninghurdlerwhohasreallygothisacttogetherinthisspherewiththeaidofcheekpieces,completingaquickhat-trickwhenedgingoutCamp

Belan at Hexham (3m, heavy) last month. Had winning run ended with a whimper at Carlisle last time, so needs to bounce back quickly TFRHHHII BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: READYSTEADYBEAU (FR) 7 10 6 Patrick Wadge 11-4 (Lucinda Russell) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 4, 6, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 10

Stewards Note:

UNIVERSAL FOLLY: Following its run on 3/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

PETRASTAR: Following its run on 11/10/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly throughout.

HERITIER DE SIVOLA: Following its run on 7/4/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Artic Row (GB), 4-1 Jacks Parrot (FR), 10-1 Gold Emery (FR), Busty Boy (IRE), 12-1 Charles Ritz (GB), So They Say (GB), 14-1 Universal Folly (GB), Petrastar (GB), 16-1 Bella Bliss (IRE), 20-1 Heritier de Sivola (FR)

It’s difficult to ascertain what exactly JACKS PARROT achieved when thumping his two rivals at Uttoxeter earlier in the month, but he jumped much better than he had on British debut, so he’s chanced to come out on top in a much more competitive contest. Second choice is Artic Row, who made it three wins in as many completed starts over fences in a manner that suggests he’s yet to show all he can at Ayr 7 weeks ago, with So They Say and Gold Emery taken to fight out third.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JACKS PARROT (FR) 2.ARTIC ROW 3.SO THEY SAY

FIFTH RACE 3.50

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

THE AK BETS HOME OF FREE BETS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

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

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 308 runners, 11%) runs READYSTEADYBEAU

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs AFRICAN DANCE and CHASING FIRE

Longest Traveller: CHASING FIRE & AFRICAN DANCE trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 371 miles.

1 CHASING FIRE (GB) (55) 3-14U42 D

7

Br B g Maxios - Kahara Sean Bowen J

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof Motaclan S

2 FRANCKY DU BERLAIS (FR) (14) 304250 D

11 11-12

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor (14)

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Legende du Luy (FR) J

O Mr Roddy Owen

Ow verfordwest

Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T

B Mr Jean-Marc Lucas & Mr Franck Champion Foodnet Ltd S

NON-RUNNER

3 MAROWN (IRE) (19) 3-22332 D

Br B g Milan - Rosie Suspect (IRE)

McMenamin J

O Hemmings Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Mr John Donovan Trust Inns Limited S

VIEW Hasn’t won since his novice days but hard to be too critical of him this season, third at worse (in admittedly small-field contests) in 5 outings. Likely to give it another good go TFRHHHII BHA127 (-1)

4 COOPER’S

O J Fyffe, S Fyffe & B Robinson

B Alan O’Brien Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S

has plenty to prove TFRHHIII BHA125

5 AFRICAN DANCE (IRE) (444) 1314/1/1- D

9 11-1

Br Br g Shirocco (GER) - Dani California Fergus Gregory J

O Bective Stud Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Mr Kevin McCarthy

TIMEFORM VIEWPerfect start over fences when landing a 9-runner Ayr handicap (20.5f, good to soft) on final start in 2021. Well prepared to follow up 15 months later in February 2023 so subsequent similar absence may not be

6

Br Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - La Ville Aux Dames (FR) Patrick Wadge (3) J

O Mrs Joanne Bilsland & Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr Pierre Julienne Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race a year ago from 7lb lower and right back to best when making all at Ayr in December Unable to land a blow from

Br B g Rail Link - Rosaville (FR)

Brian Hughes J

O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023: THE WOLF (FR) 9 11 6 A P Heskin 3-1 (Olly Murphy) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No 7. Visor worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Chasing Fire (GB), 7-2 African Dance (IRE), 4-1 Geryville (FR), 11-2 Marown (IRE), Readysteadybeau (FR), 20-1 Cooper’s Cross (IRE)

AFRICAN DANCE has clearly had his share of problems but he’s looked pretty talented when making the track and given he’s won after 15 months off in the past, this latest absence isn’t a major worry Readysteadybeau won this race last year and is a threat, as is Chasing Fire, a stablemate of the selection, if his stamina holds.

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SIXTH RACE 4.25

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

THE AK BETS WATCH ALL UK RACING NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

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) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10

Leading course trainer (19-24): O Murphy (21 wins from 96 runners, 22%) runs BITSNBUCKLES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs BITSNBUCKLES

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

1 GUSTOSO (GB) (25) 464P01

Br Gr g Passing Glance - Ruby Kew (IRE)

O The Gustoso Partnership

B Mrs S. C. Welch

2 BITSNBUCKLES (IRE) (72) 000610 D

Br B g Well Chosen - Smart Annie (IRE)

O BDRSyndicates

5 12-0

Sam Twiston-Davies J

Henry Daly, Ludlow T

Humphrey Butler Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWHadn’tmademuchimpactpreviouslybut,infirst-timecheekpieces,heshowedmuchimprovedformwhenwinningnovicehandicap at Huntingdon (20.7f, soft) 25 days ago, responding well. Could have more to offer now that he’s up and running. TFRHHHHI BHA105

6 12-0

Sean Bowen J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Mr D. Kenneally Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW Upped in trip for his handicap debut, took a step forward when getting off the mark in 11-runner event at Huntingdon (19.6f, soft) in January, scoring with a bit in hand. Possibly found testing conditions against him next time, so he’s not one to write off TFRHHHII BHA105

3 BEAUMESNIL (FR) (21) 450213 D

7 11-13

Br Ch g Konig Turf (GER) - Eau Tenebreuse (FR) Nathan Moscrop J

O The Rede Valley Reivers Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B E.A.R.L. Du Moulin Finnies Heavy Haulage S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not always a straightforward customer but opened his account at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) in February Backed that up when third at Musselburgh next time, though reverted to promising more than he delivered. Engaged 2.25 here Thursday. TFRHHHII BHA104

4 PLAISIR DES FLOS (FR) (7) 500111 D

5 11-10

Br Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Flot des Flos (FR) Jack Hogan (3) J

O Mr J. Fyffe Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Mr Clovis Bardin & Mrs Florence Bardin Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEWHaslefthispreviouseffortsbehindswitchedtohandicaps,stayingonstronglytocompletethehat-trickinconditionals/amateurs event at Ayr (20.4f, soft) a week ago Goes unpenalised for his latest success so he looks to hold leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA101 (+10)

5 LUCKY SOLDIER (IRE) (47) 60-5553

O Dudgeon, Loudon, Monroe & Morris

6 11-8

Br Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Kilbarry Flame (IRE) Theo Gillard J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mr Sean Tanner Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWEncouraging second in a bumper at Ayr on debut and showed more than previously over hurdles when third in a Kelso maiden (20.9f, soft) last time, finishing with running left. Could do with brushing up his jumping as he makes his handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA99

6 MASTER BRICKLAYER (IRE) (49) 0-0502

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Present Eile (IRE)

O Hemmings Racing

6 11-4

Danny McMenamin J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B David Fenton Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sent handicapping over a longer trip, got back on track when second of 12 at Ayr (20.4f, good to soft) in March, though again showed an awkward side Task is now to be able to build on his latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA95

7 KILKEE ROYAL (IRE) (49) 3-00005

6 11-4

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 3-00005 11-4 Cleabo

Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Novacella (FR) J

O Mr P. Blake Jamie Albert Sloan, Northern Ireland T

B Cleaboy Stud

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA95

8 TOMMY COMBATS (IRE) (27) 35-6433 BF

Br Gr or B g Kingston Hill - Bestow (IRE)

O Mrs S Matthews & Mr J. Hazeldean

5 11-3

Sean Quinlan J

Martin Todhunter, Penrith T

B Mrs Elizabeth Moore Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on first of 2 starts in Irish points and has been going the right way over hurdles, still looking in need of the experience when third of 9 on his handicap debut at Carlisle (19.3f, soft) last month. Can make his presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA94

9 THATS JET (IRE) (47) 542503

Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Floating Along (IRE)

4 11-2

Callum Bewley J

O Mr Scott Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B Mrs Celine Collins

L.I.P Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the Flat but has shown more over hurdles, running to a fair level when runner-up in a Killarney maiden in August (final start for Ross O’Sullivan). Hasn’t matched that yet in 3 starts for his current yard, but he could do better now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA103

10RIVER AYR (IRE) (49) 20-0650

Br B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Sumability (IRE)

O green spittal and smith

6 11-0

Ben Smith (7) J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Kenneth Parkhill Spittal Haulage Scotland Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWRunner-upinanAyrbumperondebutandimprovedonhisfirst2startsinmaidenhurdleswhenfifthof11atSedgefield(16.8f, heavy) in February Failed to repeat that effort in handicap at Ayr last time, but he should be suited by this longer trip TFRHHIII BHA91

11 SATTAM (GB) (93) 42-3050

Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Tarayef (IRE)

5 11-0

Henry Brooke J

O Mr Anthony White Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when making the frame all 3 starts in bumpers for Dermot Weld, but below that level so far in maiden/novice hurdles for his current yard Has work to do as he makes the switch to handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA91

12 ONE STEP UP (FR) (49) 00-6P60

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

O Tor Side Racing

B S.A.R.L European Bloodstock Management

6 11-0

Sam Coltherd J

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise in novice/maiden hurdles but hasn’t found any progress sent handicapping on his last 3 starts, faring no better after a breathing operation when seventh of 12 at Ayr (20.4f, good to soft) last time First run for yard after leaving Nicky Richards. TFRHHIII BHA91

13 MAURA JEANNE (GB) (334) 4U635-3

7 10-10

Br Ch m Sulamani (IRE) - Watch Closely Now (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Land of Burns Racing Club Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Ian A. Duncan

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden but was showing better signs for her current yard when last seen, still having plenty to do 3 out when third of 7 at Kelso (25.8f, good to firm) on her final outing last May. Mark has eased further ahead of her return from 11 months off TFRHHHII BHA87

14 GOGUENARD (FR) (13) 0-11210 D BF

Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ouchka (FR)

O Les Petits Coquins

B Mr Herve Robert & Mrs Adeline De Vitton

8 10-7

Cian Chester (10) J

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

TIMEFORM VIEWHasprogressedwellswitchedtohandicapsthisseason,againshowingagoodattitudewhenmakingit3winsfrom4startsatStratford(22f, heavy) in March. However, was possibly unsuited by less testing conditions when run of good form halted at Chepstow last time TFRHHHII BHA84

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2023: BORN FAMOUS (IRE) 6 11 9 Conor O’Farrell 20-1 (Iain Jardine) 12 ran Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Stewards Note: GOGUENARD: Following its run on 13/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Plaisir des Flos (FR), 13-2 Gustoso (GB), 11-1 Bitsnbuckles (IRE), Goguenard (FR), 14-1 Beaumesnil (FR), 16-1 Tommy Combats (IRE), 18-1 Master Bricklayer (IRE), Thats Jet (IRE), 22-1 Lucky Soldier (IRE), River Ayr (IRE), Maura Jeanne (GB), 28-1 One Step Up (FR), 40-1 Sattam (GB)

PLAISIR DES FLOS has thrived since sent handicapping, scoring in impressive style at Ayr last week, and without a penalty for that he can go on to land the 4-timer Gustoso got off the mark in first-time cheekpieces on his latest outing and could be the biggest threat, with the progressive Tommy Combats completing the shortlist.

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

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NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4)

(Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

for four, five and six yrs old ™ Total prize fund £5000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2020, 2nd £1010, 3rd £505, 4th £253, 5th £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50)

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 308 runners, 11%) runs MOON PHASES and SARATOGA STEVE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs DANGEROUS TOUCH

Longest Traveller: TAKT DE TOUQUES trained by G Quinn & KOW BOY SIVOLA trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.

colours no horse

1 CAUGHTINYOURTRANCE (IRE) (38) 13

Br B g Ocovango - Loyalty Card (IRE)

O Mills Racing & Andrew Horabin

age st-lb

5 11-3

Charlotte Jones (3) J

James Moffatt, Cartmel T

B S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd Mills Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW£40,000 buy after winning sole start in Irish points. Easy to back fitted with a tongue strap at Wetherby but made a promising start to his Rules career behind a pair of southern raiders with experience in this sphere. Entitled to progress and rider takes off 3lb TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 DANGEROUS TOUCH (IRE) (29) 24 BF

Br Gr g Vendangeur (IRE) - A Touch of Sparkle (IRE)

O Matt FitzGerald and The Songsters

5 11-3

Sean Bowen J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B D. Mitchell Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW £135,000 buy, runner-up sole outing in Irish points. All the rage in the betting but promised more than what he delivered at Wetherby 4 weeks ago Could improve TFRHHHII BHA-

3 LOST FREQUENCIES (IRE) (54) 2

Br B g Sandmason - Vicious Circle (IRE)

O Tor Side Racing

B Michael Cleary

5 11-3

Sam Coltherd J

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

TIMEFORM VIEW €10,000 3-y-o, Sandmason gelding. Dam pulled up sole start in points, from family of high-class staying chaser Empire of Dirt. Runner-up in Irish point (Mar 3). TFRHHHII BHA4 MAGNA VICTOR (GB) (-) 5 11-3

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Sweet Vixen

Lorcan Williams J

O Mr S. Price Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Magna Bloodstock Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding. Dam placed once on Flat.

5 MOON PHASES (IRE) (166) 4

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-3

Br Ch g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - El Eighty Twelve (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Mr Gerry McGladery & Mr Fraser McClung Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Neil R. Tector Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW £150,000 buy, dam unraced, from family of smart staying chaser Southern Vic. Fourth in Irish point (Nov 2023). TFRHHHII BHA-

6 SARATOGA STEVE (IRE) (48) 65

5 11-3

Br Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Ajo Green (IRE) Stephen Mulqueen J

O Mrs S. Campbell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Eric Barrett Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers. TFRHHIII BHA-

7 SPLIT STONE (GB) (-)

5 11-3

Br B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Highland Burn J

O Rhona & Erin Donnelly

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

NON-RUNNER

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mr Richard D. J. Fitton Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Clovis Du Berlais gelding. Dam lightly raced and little impact on Flat. TFRHHIII BHA-

8 TAKT DE TOUQUES (FR) (34) 421 5 11-3

Br B g Walzertakt (GER) - Dans Tes Reves (FR)

O Mr P. J. McBurney

B Mr J. C. Haimet & Mr J. L. Henry

Mr N. McParlan (3) J

Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW €60,000 buy, dam, French chaser (19f-2 3/4m winner), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3 1/2m) Organdi. Successful on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Mar 23). Tongue tied. Well worth a look. TFRHHHHI BHA-

9 YOUNG GETAWAY (IRE) (128) 5

Br B g Getaway (GER) - The Youngone (IRE)

5 11-3

Sean Quinlan J

O Mrs Pat Sloan Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Joe Sloan

TIMEFORM VIEW From the family of high-class hurdler (2m-19f winner) Iktitaf 7/2, given a considerate introduction on debut at Ayr 4 months ago

10TRYSTING THORN (GB) (-)

Br Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Flying Fashion (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 10-10

Callum Bewley J

O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWBlack Sam Bellamy mare. Dam, ran once in bumper, half-sister to ungenuine but fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (2 3/4m-33f winner) Another Rum. Trainer 0-37 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons.

11 BESPOKE TAILOR (IRE) (11) P

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Bespoke Baby (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 10-9

Craig Nichol J

O Mrs Karen Spark Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Mrs Barbara Harding Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

TIMEFORM VIEW €6,000 Malinas gelding. Half-brother to temperamental but fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser

Invincible Cave Ran in void race at Kelso 11 days ago (went off 13/2).

12 KOW BOY SIVOLA (FR) (-)

TFRHHIII BHA-

4 10-9

Br B or Br g Noroit (GER) - Little Memories (IRE) Henry Brooke J

O Mr J. Fyffe John McConnell, Ireland T

B Mr Gilles Trapenard Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW €55,000 3-y-o, Noroit gelding. Brother to 3 winners, including high-class 2m chaser Funambule Sivola and French hurdler Illiade de Sivola. Likely type on paper TFRHHHII BHA-

13 LORD FORTESCUE (GB) (-)

4 10-9

Br Ch g Jack Hobbs - Primrose Time Edward Austin (5) J

O Mrs D A Whitaker and Mr Ben Normile Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T

B Mrs D. A. Whitaker

TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Fortescue Wood and poor hurdler Lewa House Dam bumper/chase winner around 2m. Interesting newcomer TFRHHHII BHA-

14 CRAFTY DANCER (GB) (-)

4 10-2

Br B f Dragon Dancer - Golden Isles (IRE) Patrick Wadge (3) J

O NRM Clark and K Scott Katie Scott, Galashiels T

B T. C. Dawson Overlander Vehicles S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dragon Dancer filly Dam modest 1 1/4m winner on Flat. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2023: EL ELEFANTE (IRE) 5 10 9 Alan Doyle 2-1 (Lucinda Russell) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 9.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Caughtinyourtrance (IRE), 13-2 Dangerous Touch (IRE), 7-1 Takt de Touques (FR), 15-2 Young Getaway (IRE), 8-1 Lord Fortescue (GB), 12-1 Kow Boy Sivola (FR), 16-1 Lost Frequencies (IRE), Bespoke Tailor (IRE), 25-1 Moon Phases (IRE), 33-1 Trysting Thorn (GB), 40-1 Magna Victor (GB), 50-1 Crafty Dancer (GB), 66-1 Saratoga Steve (IRE) PLAY

CAUGHTINYOURTRANCE made a promising start at Wetherby and gets the vote with improvement likely Takt de Touques and Lord Fortescue head up a host of interesting newcomers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CAUGHTINYOURTRANCE (IRE) 2.TAKT DE TOUQUES (FR) 3.LORD FORTESCUE

THE RESULT

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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RACEDAY OFFICIALS

Chief Steward

ADRIAN SHARPE

Stewards’ Panel Chair

COLIN VICKERS

Steward

LOUISE MOORE

Assistant Steward

MILLY BERSEY

Raceday Assistant

LYNDSAY ALLAN

Starters

JASON CALLAGHAN

RUSSELL GARRITTY

Judge

FRASER PERRATT

Clerk of the Scales

WAYNE BURNELL

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

TRACEY HAMILTON

LINDA PORTER

JAMES BONAR

ALEC DENT

Veterinary Officer

ARTHUR KIDD

Veterinary Surgeons

ANDREW HUMPHRIES

EUGENIO CILLIAN-GARCIA

WILL MARSHALL

SUSIE ARMSTRONG

Medical Officers

DR SMITH

DR RONALD

DR MCCOY

LOUISE MCCOY (NURSE)

Commentator

DARREN OWEN

Betting Ring Manager

DARREN IRVING

CONDITIONS

First Race 1.30 - THE AK BETS BEST PRICE EVERY RUNNER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb AK Bets has generously sponsored this race and shall present mementos to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition, a £100 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 23 entries at £40. - Closed April 20th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.05 - THE QUINNBET HIGHLAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (For The Julian Llewellen Palmer Memorial Trophy) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15843 to the winning horse The second to receive £7290, the third £3645, the fourth £1824 and the fifth £909 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb QuinnBet have generously sponsored this race and shall present a Challenge trophy plus mementos to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition, a £100 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply 23 entries, 1 at £12 and 22 at £60 - Closed April 20th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Third Race 2.40 - THE AK BETS CHAT TO A TRADER NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb AK Bets has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning Owner, Trainer, Jockey In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 24 entries at £25. - Closed April 20th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.15 - THE MUIRHALL ENERGY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Muirhall Energy has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries, 1 at £8 and 21 at £40. - Closed April 20th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.50 - THE AK BETS HOME OF FREE BETS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb AK Bets has generously sponsored this race and shall mementos to the winning Owner In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries, 1 at £9 and 21 at £45. - Closed April 20th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.25 - THE AK BETS WATCH ALL UK RACING NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb AK Bets have kindly sponsored this race and shall present a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and award a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 24 entries at £25. - Closed April 20th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.00 - THE AK BETS BIG PRICES BIG LIMITS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2640 to the winning horse The second to receive £1215, the third £607, the fourth £304 and the fifth £151. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 3lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race AK Bets has generously sponsored this race and a memento shall be presented to the winning Owner and a £100 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 30 entries at £25. - Closed April 20th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2020; Second £1010; Third £505; Fourth £253; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.