Perth Racecard - Thursday 16th May

WELCOME TO THE EDINBURGH GIN LADIES DAY

We are delighted to welcome you all back to Perth Racecourse our last fixture in May for Edinburgh Gin Ladies Day.

Today’s eight race programme is highly competitive with currently a minimum of eight runners in every race. We welcome back Sean Bowen after just missing out on the Jockeys Title last season and he will be doing everything he can to win the championship this year

The feature race today, The Edinburgh Gin Seaside Handicap Hurdle over 2m, features a competitive heat of northern trainers with southern raids from Olly Murphy and Nigel Hawke for the £12,000 prize.

We are grateful for the support of all today’s sponsors which, in addition to the headline sponsor Edinburgh Gin, include DM Hall. DM Hall are our local Chartered Surveyors and we are delighted to welcome them back.

We’d also like to thank the connections of all the runners today, we are grateful that you have chosen to come and run your horses at Perth, and we are looking forward to some terrific action on the track. Finally, we’d like to extend a warm welcome to all our racegoers, we are delighted you are here.

Good luck and may the winners be a plenty.

Matthew Taylor Morag Connaghan Director of Racing Director of Operations

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

26 CORACH RAMBLER (IRE)

(34) 10-P544

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

O The Ramblers

7 11-0

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B P. Hillis Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Leaped into favouritism for this with a second successive win in the Ultima

smartly to lead. 10lb well-in and Scottish yard won this with One For Arthur in 2017

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

Timeform View & TFR Rating

Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey

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

8. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

Days since the horse last run 10 Horse’s age

Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)

Jockey 13. Horses Trainer & Their Location

Horse’s owner

Horse’s

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.

Handicap at the Cheltenham Festival, idling late having quickened

Obvious chance if he doesn’t get too far back.

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.

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK

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FIRST RACE 1.50

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

THE EDINBURGH GIN CLASSIC MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (36 wins from 316 runners, 11%) runs CALEDONIAN PEARL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (4 wins from 31 runners, 13%) runs RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE Longest Traveller: KINBARA FIRSTDRAFT & AL MEDIX trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

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

colours no horse

1 AL MEDIX (FR) (-)

Br Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Medicity (FR)

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

6 11-4

Gavin Sheehan J

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B A. Chatelain & Jean Francois Balza The Sporting Life S

TIMEFORM VIEW €100,000 Al Namix gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to bumper winner/very smart hurdler (stayed 25f) Medinas. Wears tongue strap. Interesting newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 BELLSLEA (IRE) (20) 6-

5 11-4

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Miss Anneliese (IRE) Callum Bewley J

O Blue Circle Racing 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 well-held sixth in a C&D novice hurdle on his recent return from a long absence. TFRHIIII BHA-

3 KINBARA FIRSTDRAFT (IRE)

(20) P5/500-

5 11-4

Br Ch g Koropick (IRE) - Kimberely Bay (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Jetmac Syndicate S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Mrs Patricia Croke

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in a bumper and 2 maiden hurdles in Ireland. Brian Hughes up but Al Medix perhaps the more likely of the yard’s pair TFRHHIII BHA-

4 RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE (GB) (11)

Br Gr g Nathaniel (IRE) - In The Soup (USA)

6 11-4

Conor O’Farrell J

O Castle Racing, Sinclair & Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Wadacre Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful at up to 2m on the Flat but he has found winning difficult in recent years. Definitely has the ability to play a prominent role in a race like this if taking to his new discipline TFRHHHHI BHA-

5

STYLISH RECRUIT

(IRE) (221) FP51/5-

Br B g Ask - Stylish Ways (IRE)

6 11-4

Ryan Mania J

O Mrs Fiona Telfer Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B J. F. Mernagh Sandy Thomson S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner but shaped likely a stayer when fifth of 9 on his 2m Kelso hurdle debut in October Off since. Unlikely to be of real interest over jumps until tackling further TFRHHIII BHA-

6 UNCLE MAC (IRE) (20) F60/34-

Br B g Maxios - Aigrette Garzette (IRE)

O Miss E. Dunkley

B Ammerland Verwaltung GmbH & Co.KG

6 11-4

Edward Austin (5) J

Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 4 winners and has shown a bit when reaching the frame in a Hereford maiden (for Ben Pauling) and C&D novice in his 2 outings over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA96

7 VOCITO (IRE) (177) 6/60P25-

Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Astralai (IRE)

6 11-4

Sean Bowen J

O Sky’s The Limit Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B J. S. Bolger Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner but a long-standing maiden over jumps in Ireland for Eoin Doyle Has joined a good yard but might find the odd one too strong again. TFRHHHII BHA108

8 MEDIEVAL GOLD (GB) (86) 2- 4 10-12

Br Br g Camelot - Mill Springs Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J

O Robin Hood & Little John Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Mrs Rebecca Philipps Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat (stays 2m) for William Haggas and made a sound start to his hurdle career for new connections when second of 5 at Market Rasen in February Open to progress and leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-

9 RUNREMYRUN (IRE) (285) 0-

Br B m September Storm (GER) - Pleased As Punch (IRE)

6 10-11

Sam Coltherd J

O Mr Kevin Mercer Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in a Galway bumper for Denis Hogan last August. Best watched unless the betting strongly hints otherwise TFRHIIII BHA-

10CALEDONIAN

PEARL

(GB) (13) 506-

Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Pantera Negra (IRE)

4 10-5

Patrick Wadge (3) J

O Emma L McWilliam Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B D. G. Pryde Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in a bumpers last season and last of 5 in 12.5f Newcastle maiden on the Flat 13 days ago Hard to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: BIX BEIDERBECKE (FR) 5 10 13 Patrick Wadge 4-1 (Lucinda Russell) 7 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 7, 10 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6.

Stewards Note:

UNCLE MAC: Following its run on 26/4/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Medieval Gold (GB), 4-1 Al Medix (FR), Ravenscraig Castle (GB), 13-2 Vocito (IRE), 12-1 Uncle Mac (IRE), 14-1 Kinbara Firstdraft (IRE), 25-1 Stylish Recruit (IRE), 100-1 Bellslea (IRE), Caledonian Pearl (GB), 200-1 Runremyrun (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

MEDIEVAL GOLD was a promising second on his Market Rasen hurdle debut in February and is taken to go one better now. Al Medix is an interesting newcomer from the Stuart Crawford yard and a market move for him would make him a possible big threat. Ravenscraig Castle is on a long losing run on the Flat but is talented enough to make his presence felt in a race like this if taking to hurdling.

RESULT 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

2

SECOND RACE 2.20

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

THE EDINBURGH GIN CLASSIC MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) colours no horse

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (36 wins from 316 runners, 11%) runs IMAGINARIUM

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (4 wins from 11 runners, 36%) runs TRAVELING SOLDIER

Longest Travellers: PRESENTING MAX trained by A J Martin, DANCE FLOOR DRAMA & JONY R trained by S R B Crawford, all Ireland.

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

1 DON’T LOOK BACK (GB) (21) 065430-

Br Gr g Oasis Dream - Ronaldsay

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young

B Stowell Hill Ltd & D. Ludlow

6 11-4

Alan Doyle (5) J

William Young Jnr, Carluke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer on the Flat for Lucinda Russell last year and has made the frame in a brace of handicap hurdles in March. Backward step over C&D 3 weeks ago and he looks vulnerable back in a maiden. TFRHHIII BHA75

2 IMAGINARIUM (IRE) (207)

Br B g Make Believe - Xinji (IRE)

5 11-4

Derek Fox J

O John Nicholls Racing Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Jerry Horan & Padraic Gahan

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), mid-field in competitive handicap last time Has left G. M. Lyons but joined another good yard and this looks an excellent starting point over hurdles. Tongue tie on. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 JONY R (IRE)

(26) 0-

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Loughshore (IRE)

5 11-4

Brian Hughes J

O Miss E. Hamilton S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Miss E. Hamilton

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam (b67), ran once in bumper, closely related to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m) Island Mahee Pitched into a pretty good bumper and was never involved at Ayr a month ago TFRHHHII BHA-

4 LANCE LES DES (FR) (24) 5P3-

Br Ch g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Macara (GER)

O Roll The Dice

B E.A.R.L. de Faydeau

5 11-4

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Held back by inexperience on debut at Kelso in February but more like it when third of 8 at Hexham 3 weeks ago, travelling with purpose, One to consider now hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-

5

PRESENTING MAX (IRE) (173) U-

Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Lady Mary P (IRE)

5 11-4

Jonathan Burke J

O Here For The Craic Partnership A. J. Martin, Ireland T

B David Fenton

TIMEFORM VIEW €26,000 3-y-o, Malinas gelding. Dam failed to complete both starts in points. Unseated rider sole start between the flags but interesting what the market makes of him given the yard he represents. TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 THE JEWELLER’S PET (IRE) (109) F/643-

Br Ch g Libertarian - Westies Pet (IRE)

5 11-4

Callum Bewley J

O Mr Ronnie Lilley Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Mr Michael Rafter Ian Duncan Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Third foal, dam unraced. Made frame on last 2 of 4 starts in Irish points, third latest (Jan 28). TFRHHHII BHA-

7 TRAVELING SOLDIER (IRE) (33) 24-

Br B g Mahler - Asian Alliance (IRE)

O Ready Steady Go

6 11-4

Sean Bowen J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Michael O’Dwyer Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW€17,500 3-y-o, £40,000 5-y-o. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Silk Run, probably stayed 3 1/4m, and fair hurdler Empty The Tank. Runner-up sole outing in Irish points but low-key start in a bumper last month. TFRHHHII BHA-

8 WILL KNOTT (IRE) (75) 4U2/130- D 5 11-4

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Arcal Supreme (IRE)

O Tor Side Racing and A McCormack

Sam Coltherd J

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

B Mrs J. O’Callaghan Bell Rural Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who faced a stiff task on his hurdles debut in the Grade 2 Premier Hurdle in March. Really ought to benefit from that experience and should do better down in trip/class. TFRHHHHI BHA-

9 SPANISH SAINT (IRE) (327) 4 10-12

Br Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Shy Bride (IRE)

Danny McMenamin J

O Mrs Pat Sloan Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Barronstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Mid-field at best in maidens/handicap on Flat for Noel Meade TFRHHIII BHA-

10DANCE FLOOR DRAMA (IRE) (42) 6/00- 6 10-11

Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Sovereignoftheseas

O S. R. B. Crawford

B Mr J. P. Whelan

Gavin Sheehan J

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW In good hands but limited impact in various company so far. TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 10

2023:(See Div 1)

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Imaginarium (IRE), 9-2 Will Knott (IRE), 11-2 Lance Les Des (FR), 6-1 Presenting Max (IRE), 12-1 Traveling Soldier (IRE), 16-1 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE), 25-1 Jony R (IRE), 40-1 Don’t Look Back (GB), 66-1 Spanish Saint (IRE), 250-1 Dance Floor Drama (IRE)

IMAGINARIUM quickly attained a useful level on the Flat in Ireland and, sure to be well prepared for this hurdles debut, he makes plenty of appeal. Will Knott is in a much more suitable race and a big step forward looks on the cards, with Presenting Max one to monitor very closely in the market.

THE RESULT 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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THIRD RACE 2.50

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

THE DM HALL SURVEYORS

MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ™ 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 (36 wins from 316 runners, 11%) runs FRENCH HIGHLANDS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R M Smith (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs BEAUTY TO BEHOLD & JUST DOTTIE Longest Traveller: BELLE NA BANN trained by M Hammond, Middleham, 189 miles.

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

1 VILLAINESS (IRE) (25) 20/2251- D

6 12-0

Br B m Yeats (IRE) - En Vedette (FR) Harry Bannister J

O Mrs J. A. Thomas Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T

B Vambedk Bloodstock Ltd Tally Ho Farm Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in first 2 outings in bumpers for Jamie Snowden and filled same spot in 2 mares’ novice hurdles, beaten only 1/2 length by Sweet Fantasy at Plumpton in January Not so good in a handicap next time but opened account at Stratford (16.3f) last month. Big player. TFRHHHHI BHA103

2 BEAUTY TO BEHOLD (IRE)

Br Gr m Mahler - Castle Lake (IRE)

(232)

3/23320- 7 11-12

Gavin Sheehan J

O Mrs Wilma Duffus R. Mike Smith, Galston T

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

TIMEFORM VIEWStillamaidenunderRulesbuthasrunwellatthisC&Don2outof3startssincejoininghercurrentyard,probablyunsuited by conditions (and also lost a shoe) when well held back in September In the mix provided she’s ready to roll. TFRHHHII BHA101

3 FRENCH HIGHLANDS (IRE) (24)

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Terre Haute (IRE)

O A. Brooke Rankin & Russell

033- 5 11-12

Alan Doyle (5) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Denis Duggan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWBredtostaywelland,witharuninbumpersunderherbelt,sheshapedencouraginglywhenthirdinaHexhamnoviceonhurdlesbowinMarch. Ran to a similar level when filling the same spot there a month later and looks capable of better now handicapping. Tongue tie on. TFRHHHHI BHA101

4 KELLIE’S DREAM

(IRE) (21) 564404- D

Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Come And Fight (IRE)

O S Lowther & D McCready

7 11-6

Callum Bewley J

Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B A. V. Bloodstock L.I.P Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWDualhandicaphurdlewinnerforAndrewSlatteryinIrelandandshowedabitwhenmakingtheframeatCarlisleonherstabledebutinFebruary Finished down the field at Ayr next time but got back on track to some extent when fourth over C&D (soft) 3 weeks ago TFRHHHII BHA95

5 ANAMANDA (FR) (27) P04-

Br Gr m Reliable Man - Anyana

O Turcan Dunning Stewart Borwick Robertson

5 11-5

Danny McMenamin J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B A. Moroney Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful 3-time winner on the Flat in France for Nicolas Clement who showed more than previously over hurdles after 3 months off when a considerately handled fourth of 7 in maiden at Ayr (16f, soft) 27 days ago Should be better still to come now pitched into a handicap TFRHHHHH BHA94

6 JUST DOTTIE (GB) (21)

153005- CD

Br B or Br m Al Kazeem - Blaise Chorus (IRE)

O Mr R. Michael Smith

B Blaise Chorus Partnership

6 11-3

Ben Smith (7) J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in bumper/on Flat but has found her feet over hurdles for current stable, overcoming a slipping saddle when winning this corresponding race last year Shaped as if better for the run after 8 months off here recently and is now just 1lb above her last winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA92

7

SOLWAY MOLLY

(GB) (176) 5P126P- D

9 10-13

Br B m Trans Island - Solway Sunset Conor Rabbitt (5) J

O D A Harrison Racing

Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B D. A. Harrison Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who got off the mark at the ninth attempt in this sphere when making all at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) in October However, not so good on both November outings (lost a shoe on latest) so returns with a bit to prove TFRHHIII BHA88

8 GAME BEAAA (IRE) (218) 40145P- 7 10-11

Br Br m Libertarian - Balla Brack (IRE) Ryan Mania J O Cherrybank Crusaders Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T

B P. & T. Crotty A Henderson Roofing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWPut it together when a smooth winner at Market Rasen last August. Travelled with plenty of purpose back fourth back at that venue in September but wasn’t on a going day when last seen at Sedgefield 7 months ago Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA86

9 BELLE NA BANN (IRE) (79) 051140- D

Br B m Califet (FR) - Cut ‘n’ Run (IRE)

O Ms D Morley, Mr S Dobson & Partner

8 10-9

Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J

Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Mr E. A. P. Scouller Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track for Micky Hammond when scoring at Newcastle in December and Catterick (15.7f) on New Year’s Day. However, she was well beaten on both visits to latter track in February and difficult to know what mood she’ll arrive in after a break. TFRHHIII BHA84

10CELESTIAL

FASHION

(GB) (31) 442215- 6 10-6

Br B m Telescope (IRE) - French Fashion (IRE) Joe Williamson (3) J

O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Ian A. Duncan Ian Duncan Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWGainedrewardforhergoodrunofformwhenopeningheraccountinconditionalshandicapatNewcastle(16.9f,heavy)inMarch.

Failed to repeat that at Kelso 18.1f, good to soft) the following month but she could get back on track down in grade/trip TFRHHHII BHA81

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2023: JUST DOTTIE 5 11 0 Ryan Mania 9-2 (R Mike Smith) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 6, 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 8, 9 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 2.

Stewards Note:

BEAUTY TO BEHOLD: Following its run on 27/9/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe SOLWAY MOLLY: Following its run on 22/11/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

GAME BEAAA: Following its run on 11/10/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Villainess (IRE), 11-2 French Highlands (IRE), 6-1 Beauty To Behold (IRE), 9-1 Celestial Fashion (GB), 12-1 Kellie’s Dream (IRE), Anamanda (FR), 14-1 Just Dottie (GB), 16-1 Solway Molly (GB), Belle Na Bann (IRE), 20-1 Game Beaaa (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Plenty in with a squeak but the vote goes to ANAMANDA, who showed more than previously in this sphere after 3 months off when fourth in an Ayr maiden last month and given her Flat form, she should be capable of better still now handicapping. Villainess opened her account at Stratford last month and she could kick on now up and running, with French Highlands and Celestial Fashion another couple fancied to go well, too.

FOURTH RACE 3.20

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

THE EDINBURGH GIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £11000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10) colours no horse

Leading course trainer (19-24): P & M Bowen (7 wins from 41 runners, 17%) runs STATUARIO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A M Thomson (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs MASSINI MAN

Weightwatcher: STATUARIO won off a handicap mark of 126, his rating is now down 5lb to 121.

Longest Traveller: WINDANCE trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 492 miles.

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

1 STATUARIO (GB) (21) 2311/P4- C

9 12-1

Br B g Helmet (AUS) - Cat Hunter Sean Bowen J

O Mrs N. Unsworth Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T

B Mr David Cohen Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner (on quicker ground) in 2022 but absent for 18 months before below-par effort at Kempton in March and no signs of improvement here since. TFRHIIII BHA121

2 CHAMPAGNE COURT (IRE) (38) 6P4/U22- CD 11 12-0

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Taipan (IRE) J

O Coles, Smith, McManus and Broughton

NON-RUNNER

Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T

B Laurence G Kennedy Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEWC&D winner who arrives on back of couple solid placed efforts, latest when second of 5 in Veterans’ handicap at Wincanton (25.1f, heavy) 38 days ago Races off same mark and should give another good account. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA120

3 CHAMP ROYAL (FR) (21) 011122- D

Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Sky Royale (FR)

O The Northern Racing Club

8 11-10

Nathan Moscrop J

Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B Mr Jean-Paul & Mrs Marie-Odile Deshayes Finnies Heavy Haulage S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved since joining Susan Corbett, scoring 4 times (at up to 25.3f) over hurdles last season. Switches to chasing now (didn’t jump well on sole previous attempt for former yard) and can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA116

4 WINDANCE (IRE) (24) P11/U43-

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Maca Rince (IRE)

O Decimus Racing III

9 11-9

Richie McLernon J

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Ann McCarthy Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back handicaps in 2023 and would have landed the hat-trick (back from 12 months off) but for unseating rider at last in handicap chase at Plumpton (25.7f, soft). Run respectably both starts since but others look better treated, Blinkers on first time TFRHHHII BHA115

5 BASFORD (IRE) (23) 1211P0- D

7 11-7

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Be My Present Sean Quinlan J

O Brian Verinder & Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B James Gill PRA World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWBumperwinnerwhoscored3timesoverhurdleslastsummer,producingadominantdisplayinhandicapcompanyatSouthwell(3m)inJuly Not disgraced, back from 9 months off, when seventh at Southwell 23 days ago but looks on a stiff mark for chase debut. TFRHHIII BHA113 (-1)

6 MASSINI MAN (GB) (88)

21/3F32- D

11 11-4

Br B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Alleged To Rhyme (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O P and F Racing Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher Sandy Thomson S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in 2022/23 and run creditably in all 3 completed starts last term, latest when second of 7 in handicap chase at Musselburgh (23.6f, soft) 88 days ago, conceding first run. Merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA110

7 BUSTY BOY (IRE) (20)

5/12422- D

7 11-3

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 VIEW Successful on 3 of his 4 starts in Irish points so no surprise he left hurdles form behind when making a winning chase debut at Kelso in October Upped his game further when just touched off over C&D (soft) latest and remains fairly treated. TFRHHHHH BHA109

8 CORNERSTONE LAD (GB) (33) 362333- 10 11-3

Br B g Delegator - Chapel Corner (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J

O Mrs B. M. Lofthouse Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Cranford Bloodstock & Overbury Stallions Micky Hammond Racing, Nowell & Richards S

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in best effort for some time when third at Newcastle (20.1f, heavy) latest but strike rate over fences isn’t great and this trip is an unknown. TFRHHIII BHA109

9 EVENT OF SIVOLA (FR) (21) 121P31- CD

Br Ch g Noroit (GER) - Surprise de Sivola (FR)

O CW Racing Club & URSA Major Racing Ltd

10 11-1

Tom Midgley (3) J

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Mr Gilles Trapenard Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged third win of last term when making all in Veterans’ handicap over C&D (soft) 21 days ago, unchallenged. This is more competitive but he must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA107

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: VICTORY ECHO (IRE) 10 10 2 Conor Rabbitt 7-5 (Maurice Barnes) 3 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 8. Visor worn by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Busty Boy (IRE), 4-1 Massini Man (GB), 9-2 Event of Sivola (FR), 7-1 Cornerstone Lad (GB), 8-1 Champ Royal (FR), 9-1 Windance (IRE), 25-1 Basford (IRE), 40-1 Statuario (GB)

BUSTY BOY was only narrowly denied over C&D last month and remains relatively low mileage He can land the spoils. Massini Man and Event of Sivola are feared most.

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BUSTY BOY (IRE) 2.MASSINI MAN 3.EVENT OF SIVOLA (FR)

THE RESULT

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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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FIFTH RACE 3.50

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

THE EDINBURGH GIN SEASIDE

HANDICAP

HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (36 wins from 316 runners, 11%) runs CUBAN CIGAR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (4 wins from 31 runners, 13%) runs CAN’T STOP NOW & SLUGGER Longest Traveller: INFERNO SACREE trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 496 miles.

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

1

ACCIDENTAL

REBEL

(GB) (21) 11210/P- 10 12-0

Br B g Kayf Tara - Special Choice (IRE)

Derek Fox J

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

B D. E. M. Young

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler at best for Fergal O’Brien, winning 4 times from 6 starts in the 2022/23 campaign. However, absent for 14 months subsequently and offered little on his stable debut when pulled up at this course (20.2f) 3 weeks ago TFRHHIII BHA123

2 LIVERPOOL KNIGHT

Br B g Golden Horn - Nouriya

(GB) (184) 114212- D

6 11-12

Sean Bowen J

O Mr Jon Button Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar

TIMEFORM VIEWRaisedhisgametopickupathirdwinof2023/24underagoodridefromSeanBowenatMarketRaseninSeptember Goodeffort when second at Huntingdon in November and he could be thereabouts once more returning with his yard going well. TFRHHHHI BHA121

3

CUBAN CIGAR

(GB) (20) 103342- D 6 11-6

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

O Mr Gerry McGladery & Russell

B The Semayyel Partnership

Alan Doyle (5) J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Musselburgh in November and, after a below-par effort next time, has made the frame on his last 4 starts. Collared only near the finish by Scots Poet at this C&D 20 days ago and he can give another good account (placed all 4 outings at this venue). TFRHHHHI BHA115

4

SLUGGER (GB)

(27) 146544- D

Br B g Ocovango - Dolly Boru

5 11-5

Sean Quinlan J

O Fight club Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Paul S Davies Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful start over hurdles in a Kelso novice in October Has at least matched that form in handicaps without winning, leaving behind a lesser effort when fourth at Ayr last month. Capable of getting involved. TFRHHHII BHA114

5 EL

JEFE

(IRE) (34) 301201- D

Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ros Mountain (IRE)

7 11-4

Conor Rabbitt (5) J

O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T

B Kilfeacle Stud & C Quirke

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a fourth win at Sedgefield of 2023/24 when scoring there in March and resumed his progress when adding to his tally in conditionals/amateurs event at Aintree a month ago Respected as he drops back down in grade TFRHHHII BHA113

6 SCOTS POET (GB) (20) 42F101- CD

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Blue Nymph

O Distillery Racing Club

8 11-3

Craig Nichol J

Ewan Whillans, Hawick T

B Distillery Stud Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day and bounced back from a below-par run when finding plenty to score at this C&D by 1/2 length from Cuban Cigar 20 days ago Task is now to build on his latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA112

7 INFERNO SACREE (FR) (46)

043P30- CD

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Altesse Sacree (FR)

O Mr Russell Lane

6 11-2

Tom Buckley (3) J

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T

B Henrieteta Charlet & Graham Porter Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a most productive spell when winning 5 times from 6 starts in the first half of 2023, including at this C&D Has found it tougher since, finishing well held at Plumpton on his latest outing, but he’s back below his last winning mark as a result. TFRHHIII BHA111

8 MACK THE MAN (IRE) (20) 600213- D 10 11-1

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Nifty Nuala (IRE)

Mr Kit Alexander (5) J

O Alexander Family N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mr Mark Grace, Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWHasreactedwelltoavisorlately,buildingonhisAyrsecondwhenwinningacompetitiveseriesfinalatMusselburgh(17.4f) in April. Continued in good form when rallying for third behind Scots Poet at this C&D last time Major player. TFRHHHHH BHA110

9 CAN’T STOP NOW (IRE) (20) 410/620- D 7 10-11

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 Front-runner who won a Musselburgh handicap hurdle last year and added to his tally on the Flat during the summer Ran creditably when second over hurdles at Ayr in March, but well held both starts since. Not straightforward. TFRHHIII BHA106

10DANCE

THIEF (IRE) (27) 220313- D

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

6 10-11

Ben Smith (7) J

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

B P. O’Connell

TIMEFORM VIEWPoint winner who has improved for the switch to handicaps in this sphere, placing 3 times before getting his head in front at Ayr in March. Again ran well when third at the same C&D last time and he can make his presence felt in his current form. TFRHHHII BHA106

11 WOLFBURG (IRE) (2) 0341-P D 5 10-11

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Presenting Melody (IRE) Ryan Mania J

O G R ORCHARD AND ANNIE MANIA

Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Joe Kenny Sandy Thomson S

TIMEFORM VIEWPlacedonhissecondstartinbumpersandprogressedfromhishurdlingdebutwhenlandingaCatterickmaidenhurdle in February However, after 11 weeks off he was pulled up on his handicap bow at Southwell 2 days ago TFRHHIII BHA106

12 POLISUD

(FR) (20) 563124-

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Polimere (FR)

O The Cheltenham Trail

B Thierry Cypres

8 10-7

Brian Hughes J

Micky Hammond, Middleham T

Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful hurdle/chase winner inFrance who took advantage of his fallingmark when returning to winning waysin a Newcastle handicap hurdle in March. Has continued in good heart since, fourth behind Scots Poet here on his latest outing. TFRHHHII BHA102

13 MALANGEN (IRE) (176)

144543- CD 9 10-2

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

O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing

Peter Kavanagh (3) J

Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B Miss Madeline Burns Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice at this venue in 2023/24, including over C&D on the second occasion in September However, below form at Hexham when last seen in November and this is a tougher contest (races from 1lb out of the weights). Hood back on. TFRHHIII BHA96

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

2023: CALICO (FR) 4 11 3 Sean Bowen 3-1 (Gordon Elliott) 6 ran Hood worn by No 9, 13. Blinkers worn by No 7. Visor worn by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 6, 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Liverpool Knight (GB), 13-2 Cuban Cigar (GB), 7-1 Mack The Man (IRE), 8-1 Dance Thief (IRE), 9-1 Scots Poet (GB), 10-1 El Jefe (IRE), 11-1 Slugger (GB), 14-1 Polisud (FR), 16-1 Wolfburg (IRE), 22-1 Inferno Sacree (FR), 28-1 Can’t Stop Now (IRE), Malangen (IRE), 40-1 Accidental Rebel (GB)

MACK THE MAN has been revitalised by the application of a visor on his last 3 outings, getting back to winning ways at Musselburgh on his penultimate start, and he remains well treated based on old form. He can continue his good spell to score again, with Liverpool Knight respected for the in-form Olly Murphy, while Cuban Cigar is also considered. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MACK

PLAY SMARTER

THE RESULT 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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SIXTH RACE 4.20

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

THE EDINBURGH GIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4)

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) colours

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (36 wins from 316 runners, 11%) runs ST JOHN’S ROAD

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs PAMMI

Longest Traveller: WHAT A JOHNNY trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 371 miles.

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

1 WHAT A JOHNNY (IRE) (21)

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Lola Rosa (IRE)

F2/1331- CD

6 12-1

Sean Bowen J

O Mr William Woodhouse Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Cathal Ennis

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning Rules debut at Stratford in November and has been progressive since, doubling his tally when staying on well for success at this C&D 3 weeks ago Leading contender with the potential of more still to offer TFRHHHHH BHA116

2 BETTER GETALONG (IRE) (27) 5/41566- D

Br B g Gold Well - Arequipa (IRE)

13 12-0

Conor Rabbitt (5) J O Tarzan Bloodstock & King For A Day Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Ann & Eileen Cahalan Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who sprang a surprise when scoring at Ayr (20.4f) in December However, he hasn’t been in the same form in his 3 subsequent outings, so he looks to be vulnerable to his younger rivals. TFRHHIII BHA115

3 WASDELL DUNDALK (FR)

(173) 111220- C 9 11-13

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

O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing

Danny McMenamin J

Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

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

TIMEFORM VIEWTookadvantageofhisreducedmarkin2023/24whencompletingahat-trickoverfencesatthiscourse(allat23.8f)inAugust/September Runner-up at Carlisle next 2 outings, but well held at Haydock when last seen in November Back in trip/over hurdles after a break. TFRHHHII BHA114

4

SINGAPORE TRIP

(FR) (31) 003343-

Br B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR)

6 11-9

Brian Hughes J

O Mr Andrew Phillips Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler in France and placed 3 times since joining his current yard last season. Soon left behind a lesser effort when third of 16 at Kelso (20.9f) a month ago and he can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA110

5 JOHNNY DOGS (IRE)

Br B g Westerner - Soi (IRE)

(12) 51/143-0

7 11-9

Nathan Moscrop J

O The Rede Valley Reivers Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B T. Conroy Finnies Heavy Haulage S

TIMEFORM VIEWIrishpointwinner MadeawinningRulesdebutatMarketRasen(20.5f)lastJune Failedtorepeatthateffortnexttime,butfaredbetter after 4 months off when third in a Kelso novice (18.1f) in April. However, weakened quickly on his handicap bow 12 days ago TFRHHIII BHA110

6 VOIX DU REVE (FR) (27)

640P03- D

Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Pommbelle (FR)

12 11-9

Conor O’Farrell J

O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B D. Lommele, G. Wagner & S.C.E.A Lommele Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWShapedencouraginglyearlyinthe2023/24campaignbeforeacoupleofpoorefforts.However,hereturnedtoformwhen third at Ayr (20.4f, had won the corresponding race in 2023) last time Task is now to back up his latest effort. TFRHHIII BHA110

7

NOT STAYING LONG (IRE) (41) P43145- 6 11-2

Br B or Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Princess Bella (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mrs Wilma Duffus R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Mr Martin Doyle Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left her first 3 efforts for this yard behind when making all in an Ayr handicap (24.3f) in February Creditable effort there next time, before not getting home on testing conditions when mid-field at Musselburgh (23.8f) in April. Could bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA103

8 ST JOHN’S ROAD (GB) (22) 22303-

5 10-13

Br Br m Malinas (GER) - Skellig Mist (FR) Patrick Wadge (3) J

O Goodtimes Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr & Mrs D. Futter Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWShapedlikeastayerwhenrunner-upinabumperandpromisebothstartsinnovicehurdles.Notinthesameformonherhandicap debut, but soon back on track when third of 6 (Donso Star in second) at this C&D 22 days ago Enters calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA100

9 SHANTOU LUCKY

(IRE) (47) 6600/PP- 7 10-13

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Backtothekingsnest (IRE)

O J Bedi, P Ellerby and Partners

B James Coen

Aaron Anderson (5) J

Jessica Bedi, Yarm T

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser in Ireland for Gavin Cromwell but his form went the wrong way in 2022/23. After 11 months off, has fared no better in 2 starts over hurdles for his current yard Has had a wind op with tongue strap now applied. TFRHIIII BHA100

10ROB ROY MACGREGOR (IRE)

(61) 0/454P5- 6 10-12

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Miss Baloo (IRE)

O Mr Ken McGarrity

Ryan Mania J

Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Mr K. D. Cotter Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner and offered something to work on first 2 outings over hurdles in 2023/24. However, his form has gone backwards on his last 3 starts, hanging right throughout at Newcastle in March. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHIII BHA99

11

DONSO STAR

(GB) (22) 062132- 6 10-12

Br Ch m Sun Central (IRE) - Fame Is The Spur

Ben Smith (7) J

O Burns Partnership R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Mrs H. R. Cross & Mrs S. A. Keys

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Ayr (21.4f) in March and has continued in good heart since, producing her best effort yet when only narrowly denied at this C&D 22 days ago Can make her presence felt in her current form. TFRHHHHI BHA99

12 PAMMI (GB) (168) 0P4104- CD

Br B m Poet’s Voice - Bright Girl (IRE)

O Ayrshire Racing & Partner

9 10-7

Harry Reed J

Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Clive Dennett Kayfoam Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a seventh course success when showing a good attitude to score over 23.9f in September However, after a poor run on the Flat she’s struggled over hurdles at Musselburgh on her last 2 starts. Bounce back called for at her favourite venue TFRHHIII BHA94

13 DALILEO

(IRE) (174) 464244- CD 9 10-4

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

O THP RACING & D A HARRISON RACING

Peter Kavanagh (3) J

Lisa Harrison, Wigton T

B Barronstown Stud Atlas Concrete Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWHeld his form well in the main for his current yard last season, making the frame at this course on 5 occasions. Ended the campaign with a below-par effort, but no surprise to see him get involved back here on his return. TFRHHHII BHA91

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2023: TREBIZOND 6 12 0 Gavin Sheehan 15-2 (R Mike Smith) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 9. Hood worn by No 5. Blinkers worn by No 12. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 9. Stewards Note:

ROB ROY MACGREGOR: Following its run on 16/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 What A Johnny (IRE), 5-1 Donso Star (GB), 9-1 Singapore Trip (FR), St John’s Road (GB), 11-1 Not Staying Long (IRE), 14-1 Wasdell Dundalk (FR), 16-1 Dalileo (IRE), 28-1 Better Getalong (IRE), Voix du Reve (FR), Rob Roy Macgregor (IRE), Pammi (GB), 33-1 Johnny Dogs (IRE), 66-1 Shantou Lucky (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

WHAT A JOHNNY relished the step up in trip when scoring in good style at this C&D last time and he is taken to follow up with further progress to come The main danger could be Donso Star, who has also been going the right way of late, ahead of the lightly-raced St John’s Road.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WHAT A JOHNNY (IRE) 2.DONSO STAR 3.ST JOHN’S ROAD

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SEVENTH RACE 4.50

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

THE EDINBURGH CANNONBALL HANDICAP STEEPLE

CHASE

(CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (36 wins from 316 runners, 11%) runs WAL BUCK’S Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (2 wins from 17 runners, 12%) runs CONTRE ORDRE Longest Traveller: FENNA’S LOSS trained by M T Walford, Sheriff Hutton, 234 miles.

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

1 WAL BUCK’S

(FR) (55) 4/54243- 5 12-0

Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Walsamelle (FR)

O Mr John P. McManus

Derek Fox J

Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Thierry Prod’Homme & Mickael Prod’Homme Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced hurdler who ran creditably at Hexham 55 days ago. Has the physique to make a much better chaser and is worth chancing to make a successful start in this discipline TFRHHHHH BHA104

2 GRAND VOYAGE

(FR) (31) P00342- D 8 12-0

Br B g Network (GER) - Qape Noir (FR)

O Shire Dreamers

B EARL Trinquet, M. Trinquet & O. Trinquet

Sam Coltherd J

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T

Bell Rural Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 4/1, creditable second of 11 in handicap chase at Kelso (21.6f, soft) 31 days ago, staying on well. On a good mark and should be on the premises. TFRHHHHI BHA104

3 LEITRIM CHIEF (IRE) (24) 33//4543-

Br Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Leitrim Bridge (IRE)

O Mrs J. M. Dodd

8 12-0

Brian Hughes J

James Ewart, Langholm T

B S. McElroy Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who stepped forward from his chasing debut when third at Hexham last time, staying on well after meeting some interference. Promises to be suited by the step up in trip, so looks a big player. TFRHHHHI BHA104

4 FENNA’S LOSS (IRE)

(23) 102PPP- D

Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Caronova (IRE)

O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Mrs S Morrell

7 11-10

Jamie Hamilton J

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B P. O’Gorman Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who scored at Hexham last summer Good second back at that course in September but pulled up all three subsequent starts. Returns to chasing. TFRHHIII BHA100

5

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OF FATE (IRE) (8) 60345-0 CD

Br B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE)

O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr

B Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler

11 11-8

Patrick Wadge (3) J

Leonard Kerr, Irvine T

TIMEFORM VIEW On a dangerous mark and goes well at this track (won this two years ago), so he’s very much one to have in mind after a recent spin over hurdles should have put him spot on for this. TFRHHHHI BHA98 (-2)

6 LIMERICK LEADER (FR) (67) 200026- 7 11-2

Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Out Law d’Oc (FR)

O The Friday Lions 2

B S.A.R.L Ecurie Nicolas Taudon

Craig Nichol J

Rose Dobbin, Alnwick T

Hazelrigg Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler but just a modest maiden handicap chaser Only sixth at Kelso a couple of months ago and hard to know if he’ll turn up on his game after a break. TFRHHIII BHA92

7 CONTRE

ORDRE

(FR) (24) 136P26- 6 10-11

Br B g Martinborough (JPN) - Turga de La Tour (FR) Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J

O Newroc & Co Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Ingrid Desagnat & Pierre, Simon, Renan D

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a career-low mark to land 17f Sedgefield handicap chase in November Has generally struggled since, however, so will need the blinkers to perk him up TFRHHIII BHA87

8 IMPERIAL RULE (IRE) (126) 4r/3050- 7 10-10

Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Our Ned (IRE) Ross Chapman J

O Mr John Wade

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Adrian Sutton Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish points so, while he only hinted at promise on one of his three outings in novice hurdles, there could be more to come starting out in this sphere for handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA86

9 FOURTH OF JULY (IRE) (21) 5032/00-

Br B g Salutino (GER) - Akasha (IRE)

O West Loudoun Racing Club

B Ronald O’Neill

9 10-7

Callum Bewley J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won for quite a while and arrives on the back of a below-par display (returning from a year off) over hurdles here. Cheekpieces refitted but has a bit to prove returned to chasing. TFRHHIII BHA83

10CLARET DABBLER

(GB) (24) 4//P424P-

Br Ch g Haafhd - Floreana (GER)

O Mrs A. J. Boswell

B Mrs Joanna Boswell

10 10-5

Conor O’Farrell J

Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was let down by jumping at Hexham last time Had been shaping as if in form prior to that, so could get back on track returned to longer trip TFRHHHII BHA81

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2023: FRIARY ROCK (FR) 8 12 1 Adam Wedge 5-1 (L J Morgan) 7 ran

Hood worn first time by No 8. Blinkers worn first time by No 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 7, 8, 9.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 10

Stewards Note:

LEITRIM CHIEF: Following its run on 22/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by fallers.

LIMERICK LEADER: Following its run on 10/3/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

CLARET DABBLER: Following its run on 22/4/2024 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Wal Buck’s (FR), 4-1 Grand Voyage (FR), 6-1 Leitrim Chief (IRE), 8-1 Sword of Fate (IRE), 11-1 Limerick Leader (FR), 12-1 Claret Dabbler (GB), 14-1 Contre Ordre (FR), 18-1 Imperial Rule (IRE), 20-1 Fourth of July (IRE), 33-1 Fenna’s Loss (IRE)

WAL BUCK’S is very much built for chasing and ran with credit over hurdles last time, so he’s potentially capable of making a winning start over the larger obstacles. Grand Voyage and Leitrim Chief are both solid alternatives.

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EIGHTH RACE 5.25

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

THE EDINBURGH GIN

OPEN

NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE

(CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for four and five yrs old ™ Total prize fund £5000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2087, 2nd £1044, 3rd £522, 4th £261. (Penalty Value £2723)

Leading course trainer (19-24): S R B Crawford (12 wins from 93 runners, 13%) runs CAIRNDHU & INOUE & KILWAUGHTER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S R B Crawford (2 wins from 23 runners, 9%) runs CAIRNDHU & INOUE & KILWAUGHTER

Longest Travellers: TAKT DE TOUQUES trained by Gerald Quinn, INOUE & KILWAUGHTER & CAIRNDHU trained by S R B Crawford, all Ireland.

1 TAKT DE TOUQUES (FR) (20) 4211- CD

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

5 11-9

Mr N. McParlan (3) J

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

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who followed suit with a gutsy display on Rules debut over C&D recently Penalty makes life tougher but his attitude should hold him in good stead TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 BIG STORM BREWING (GB) (-)

5 11-2

Br B h Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Bannow Storm (IRE) Harry Reed J

O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T

B Kennie Little D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd, Jewson Limited, AKV Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon horse Dam (b85), placed in bumpers/showed nothing sole start over hurdles, half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stays 3m) Arthur’s Quay. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 MAGNA VICTOR (GB)

(20) 6-

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Sweet Vixen

5 11-2

David Bass J

O Mr S. Price Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Magna Bloodstock Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a modest pedigree but showed up well for a long way when 2 1/4 lengths sixth to Takt De Touques on debut here last month, travelling well. Should get closer to that rival on better terms. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 SPLIT STONE (GB) (-)

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

O Rhona & Erin Donnelly

5 11-2

Bruce Lynn (3) J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam lightly raced on Flat/in points. Not an obvious sort on paper TFRHHIII BHA-

5

WHATHAVEYOU (IRE) (-)

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Tip Tap Toe (IRE)

O Katie and Brian Castle

5 11-2

Sean Quinlan J

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Drumlin Bloodstock Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £50,000 3-y-o. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser who became temperamental (stayed 3 1/2m) Riverside City out of 2 1/4m hurdle winner (stayed 2 1/2m) Blazing Sky. Wears hood. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 ZAINY CHAMP (IRE) (74) 3-

5 11-2

Br B g Youmzain (IRE) - County Champions (IRE) J

O Mr I F Gosden and Mr DJ Coles

NON-RUNNER

Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T

B M. Kelleher Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner, and in a hood for debut at Doncaster 74 days ago, offered something to work on. Entitled to progress. TFRIIIII BHA-

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7 CAIRNDHU (IRE) (-)

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Craggy View (IRE)

4 10-10

Brian Hughes J

O S. R. B. Crawford S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B John O’Dwyer

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam, unraced, closely related to Champion Hurdle winner Rock On Ruby. Appears to be stable’s first string and worth chancing to make a winning start. TFRHHHHH BHA-

8 FAIRLAWN SKIPPER (GB) (-) 4 10-10

Br B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Joe’s Island

O Mr Ross Williams

B Paul S Davies

Sean Bowen J

Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T

Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam unraced, out of half-sister to winning hurdler/smart chaser Swansea Bay (best at 3m+) and winning hurdler/useful chaser Gower-Slave (best at 2 1/2m/2 3/4m). Makes some appeal. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 INOUE (IRE) (10) P-0

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Rose Indienne (FR)

O Steven Crawford

B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

4 10-10

Gavin Sheehan J

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 3 winners but little encouragement at Down Royal 10 days ago Would need to have learned plenty from that if he’s to feature in this. TFRHHIII BHA-

10KILWAUGHTER (IRE) (-)

Br B g Milan - Glory Days (GER)

O S. R. B. Crawford

B Miss Jackie O’Flynn

4 10-10

Callum Bewley J

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW €30,000 3-y-o, Milan gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Top of The Bill. One for shortlist on debut given connections. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 1.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Takt de Touques (FR), 7-2 Cairndhu (IRE), 11-2 Kilwaughter (IRE), 13-2 Magna Victor (GB), 10-1 Whathaveyou (IRE), 14-1 Fairlawn Skipper (GB), 20-1 Split Stone (GB), 22-1 Inoue (IRE), 28-1 Big Storm Brewing (GB)

CAIRNDHU is from the family of a Champion Hurdle winner and Brian Hughes is booked, so it’s worth taking a chance that he has enough ability to make a winning start in a race that’s unlikely to prove strong. Takt de Touques is an obvious player having scored in determined fashion on Rules debut here recently and Magna Victor could do better

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £215,972 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024

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

PLACES

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

Chief Steward

LOUISE MOORE

Stewards’ Panel Chair

JAMES VESTEY

Steward

ADRIAN SMITH

Assistant Steward

LYNDSAY ALLAN

Raceday Assistant

LAUREN THOMSON

Starters

JASON CALLAGHAN

RUSSELL GARRITTY

Judge

NICHOLAS HARGREAVE

Clerk of the Scales

MICHAEL HAMILTON

RACEDAY TEAM

Owner and Director

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

TRACEY HAMILTON

LINDA PORTER

JAMES BONAR

Veterinary Officer

ARTHUR KIDD GRAHAM POTTS

Veterinary Surgeons ANDREW HUMPHRIES

WILL MARSHALL SUSIE ARMSTRONG MARY FREER

Medical Officers

DR ELLIOTT DR SMITH DR RONALD NURSE ARLENE

Commentator

MALCOLM TOMLINSON

Betting Ring Manager DARREN IRVING

CEO and Director WILLIAM, Lord STORMONT BRIAN STEVENSON

Director Of Operations

Sales Manager

Event Safety Officer

GOW Head Groundsman KATY WEBSTER Marketing Manager MATTHEW TAYLOR Director of Racing and Clerk of The Course

Tel: (01738) 551597 Fax: (01738) 553021

Assistant Head Groundsman KACEY

Sales & Marketing Assistant

ELIZABETH FINCHER Event Sales Executive

CONDITIONS

First Race 1.50 - THE EDINBURGH GIN CLASSIC MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 10th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Edinburgh Gin shall present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £23. - Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.20 - THE EDINBURGH GIN CLASSIC MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 10th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Edinburgh Gin shall present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £23. - Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.50 - THE DM HALL SURVEYORS MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105. £16 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £12 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb DM Hall Surveyors have kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner and trainer In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £16. - Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.20 - THE EDINBURGH GIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Edinburgh Gin will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey plus a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse 15 entries at £28. - Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.50 - THE EDINBURGH GIN SEASIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Edinburgh Gin will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £50 cash prize will be given to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £36. - Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.20 - THE EDINBURGH GIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Edinburgh Gin shall present a mementos to the winning owner and trainer and jockey plus a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 21 entries at £25. - Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.50 - THE EDINBURGH CANNONBALL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 10th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 4th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Edinburgh Gin shall present a mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey in this race In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £22.Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 5.25 - THE EDINBURGH GIN OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four and five 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, May 10th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race Edinburgh Gin have kindly sponsored this race and shall present mementos to the winning Owner, trainer and Jockey and £50 cash to the groom of the Best Turned out horse 19 entries at £25. - Closed May 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)

SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.