WELCOME TO THE MACBET FAMILY RACEDAY
We are extremely grateful to our sponsor Macbet, who have supported the whole card for the first time, and we are delighted that we have 63 runners over 6 competitive races to honour their inaugural support.
Macbet celebrated their 50th Anniversary in 2022, from humble beginnings with one shop in the East of Scotland. By 1985 business had expanded to 9 shops, on course greyhound bookmaking 6 nights per week and a few on course horse racing pitches.
Offloading all but one of the shops in 1985 and concentration on telephone and track business saw turnover expand on a lower cost basis. Presence at racecourses stretching from South Yorkshire to Perthshire plus personal interaction with clients led to withdrawing from the greyhound business to free up time
Macbet are now solely focused on UK and Irish horse racing, giving clients old and new unbeatable value and service both on and off course!
In partnership with Team Challenge, the Picnic Enclosure is jam packed with activities for the children. With everything from Pirate Assault Course, Lasertag, Surf Simulator, Gladiator Duel and Denver’s Den, youngsters are guaranteed to be kept busy all day.
As always, we are thankful to the Owners, Trainers, Jockeys and staff involved with bringing the horses here. We know it’s a very long way for most people and we are looking forward to some terrific action on the track. 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)
Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Heart N Hope (IRE)
O The Ramblers
10-P544
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 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
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
BHA Rating
Timeform View & TFR Rating
Saddlecloth number
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) 9. Days since the horse last run 10 Horse’s age
Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)
Jockey 13. Horses Trainer & Their Location 14. Horse’s owner
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.
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.
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.
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 2.15
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE PARKLANDS HOTEL PERTH NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3130, 2nd £1565, 3rd £782, 4th £392 (Penalty Value £4084.50)
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 315 runners, 11%) runs BACKDOORFLUSH & KANDOR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Ellison (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs AWAY SHE GOES
Longest Traveller: STEP OUT, KIMJOY & WEE VEE trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse age st-lb
1 KANDOR (FR) (207) 24/203- 5 11-0
Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Kadouna (FR) Patrick Wadge (3) J
O Mr J. C. G. Chua Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Biraben & A. Gilibert Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point runner-up who showed promise for his new yard when runner-up in Hexham bumper in October Only seventh in similar company at Uttoxeter following month but offered something to work on sent hurdling when third of 4 at Ayr in December Off since but in good hands. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 PEEKABOO
PADDY (GB) (69)
Br B g Recharge (IRE) - Dutch Star
05-3
5 11-0
Bruce Lynn (3) J
O Mr Scott Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
B Shade Oak Stud L.I.P Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £10,000 5-y-o, ninth foal: dam, lightly raced in bumpers/no impact over hurdles, half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (2 1/2m-23f winner) Monteforte. Placed on last of 3 starts in Irish points in May and now goes hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-
3
PERFECT
ARCH
(IRE) (13) 0060-20
7 11-0
Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Willow Beck Henry Brooke J
O Hothersall & West Simon West, Middleham T
B Lynn Lodge Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but placed in handicaps on the Flat and over hurdles for his new yard in recent months. Latest Worcester run over 23f was a backward step TFRHHHII BHA85
4 POP THE QUESTION
(GB) (21) U45-1P1 D 6 11-0
Br B m Casamento (IRE) - Poppy Day
Sean Quinlan J
O Mrs Susan E. Mason Jacqueline Coward, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mrs Susan E. Mason
TIMEFORM VIEWThirdfoal,half-sisterto2pointwinners,dampointwinner Successfulbetweentheflagsherselfandcausedamajorsurprise when making winning Rules debut at Hexham 3 weeks ago Bare form isn’t anything to get carried away with, though. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 STEP OUT (IRE) (28) 420-22U
5 11-0
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Knockcroghery (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Mr J. Nicholson The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a bumper and also found only one too good on first couple of starts over hurdles at Downpatrick this spring. Yet to be asked for effort when unseating rider back there last time and he sets the standard. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 YAKALEO (FR) (10) 36-600
5 11-0
Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Implora (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O P L Polly
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler/chaser and offered plenty of encouragement when third at Musselburgh on debut. Failed to build on that and after in bumpers and probably a longer-term project over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 YOU WILL BE FOUND (IRE) (16) PP3-P5
Br B g Snow Sky - Shaylee Wilde (IRE)
O Mr A. B. Hamilton
B Pat Cloke
7 11-0
Alan Doyle (5) J
Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Brewers Project (winner around 2m, by Aizavoski). Placed completed start in Irish points and given a considerate ride when fifth on recent hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 AWAY SHE GOES (IRE) (21) 60-60
Br B m Mahler - Boynagh Joy (IRE)
O Richard & Katherine Gilbert
B Sheila & Alan Morrell
5 10-7
Craig Nichol J
Brian Ellison, Malton T
Straightline (NE) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers and looks one for further down the line over obstacles.
TFRHHIII BHA-
9 BACKDOORFLUSH (GB) (201) 202-
5 10-7
Br B m Mount Nelson - Twentytwo’s Taken (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Mr K. Alexander
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Mr Kenneth Alexander Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWMount Nelson filly who found listed race too much at Cheltenham in November but plenty of promise when runner-up either side of that at Sedgefield. Major player on return now hurdling. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10KIMJOY (IRE) (7) 6F-U0
Br B m Mahler - Flammetta
5 10-7
Mr Stephen Connor (7) J
O Ms P. Hassett S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Thistletown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Had her share of jumping issues early in career and no impact at Sligo a week ago
Stablemate Step Out looks much more likely TFRHHHII BHA-
11 LADY MENDOZA (IRE) (50)
5P/532-3
Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Glen’s Gift (IRE)
O Coral Racing Club
7 10-7
Nathan Moscrop J
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Patrick Murphy Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who shaped well after 6 months off when finding only a progressive one too good in mares’ handicap at Musselburgh (19.8f, soft) in November Perhaps found 25.4f too much of a test on May’s return. Back in novice company. TFRHHHHI BHA95
12 APPLES DESTINY (GB)
(14) 0P-U
4 10-2
Br B f Sir Percy - Alasi Ben Smith (7) J
O Apples Destiny Syndicate R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off in an Aintree bumper in November and fared no better sent hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-
13 WEE VEE (IRE) (29) 000
Br B f Court Cave (IRE) - Our Valentina (IRE)
4 10-2
Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Horsplay Syndicate S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Paddy Kennedy
TIMEFORM VIEW Little in the way of promise so far. TFRHIIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 11.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Step Out (IRE), 4-1 Backdoorflush (GB), 13-2 Kandor (FR), 8-1 Lady Mendoza (IRE), 12-1 Pop The Question (GB), 22-1 Perfect Arch (IRE), Kimjoy (IRE), 28-1 Peekaboo Paddy (GB), 40-1 Yakaleo (FR), 50-1 You Will Be Found (IRE), Away She Goes (IRE), 150-1 Wee Vee (IRE), 300-1 Apples Destiny (GB) PLAY SMARTER
STEP OUT sets the standard on a couple of runner-up efforts at Downpatrick during the spring, and yet to be asked for his effort when unseating last time, he can get it right here. Backdoorflush brings fair bumper form to the table now hurdling so she commands respect, with Lady Mendoza also considered.
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SECOND RACE 2.45
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) (3,200m)
THE MACBET SCOTLAND’S LEADING HORSE RACING BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (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)
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 315 runners, 11%) runs BIX BEIDERBECKE & GARDE DES CHAMPS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs MALPAS
Weightwatcher: CONTRE ORDRE won off a handicap mark of 89, his rating is now down 6lb to 83.
Longest Traveller: TONTO FOLEY trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 430 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (10) 0FP-263 CD 8 12-0
Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - La Reine de Riogh (IRE)
O The Champs
Derek Fox J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B John P. Cahill Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWWinneroverhurdlesherelastsummerandmatchedpreviousbestinthisspherewhensecondof4innovices’handicapoverC&DinMay.Rannosort of race at Bangor subsequently but back on track returned to this venue (20.1f, good to firm, 7/1) when third of 6 last time, left poorly placed. TFRHHHHI BHA109
2 MALPAS
(IRE)
(29) 3020-14
Br B g Milan - Skipping Along (IRE)
9 11-9
Theo Gillard J
O Mr N. Hartley Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Michael Moakley
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winning hurdler and opened his chase account at Bangor (17.4f, good) in May. Not in same form at Uttoxeter since, however, so needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA104
3 BIX BEIDERBECKE (FR)
(127) 3/10F06- CD 6 11-8
Br Gr g Mawatheeq (USA) - Like It Is (FR)
O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell
B Sandrine Clouet & Jean-Charles Coude
Patrick Wadge (3) J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at the second time of asking over hurdles in novice here 14 months ago but his subsequent handicap efforts have been disappointing. Makes debut over fences and has the size to make a chaser but something to prove all the same TFRHHHII BHA103
4
SWORD OF FATE (IRE)
(10) 345-026 CD
Br B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE)
11 11-2
Sean Quinlan J
O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T
B Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler
TIMEFORM VIEWVeteran who is on a dangerous mark and returned to form with a big effort to finish second here (20f) in May. However, isn’t as consistent as he used to be and needs to bounce back from a much lesser effort here 10 days ago TFRHHHII BHA97
5 TONTO FOLEY (IRE) (9) P31-123 D BF
Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Hardabout (IRE)
6 10-12
Nick Scholfield J
O Encore Racing Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B V. Mooney NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEWHurdles winner who has taken well to fences, successful at Taunton (2m, soft) in March. Followed up with a much-improved performance at Hereford before excellent second at Worcester, clear of rest Better than bare result at Newton Abbot since and remains of interest. TFRHHHHH BHA93
6 TESSY LAD (IRE) (7) P0P-642
Br B g Australia - Maracuja
O DOWN THE CARD
5 10-7
Jonathan England J
Sam England, Guiseley T
B Manister House Stud Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat for Richard Hughes in 2022/23. Mostly disappointed for this yard but ran well sent chasing when second of 10 in handicap at Market Rasen (17.2f, good) last week. Player on that. TFRHHHHI BHA88
7 CONTRE ORDRE (FR) (46) 6P26-53 D
6 10-2
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 reduced mark to land 17f Sedgefield handicap chase in November Record has been typically mixed since, not at best despite making the placings when third at Cartmel (17.3f) in May. TFRHHHII BHA83
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 5, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 7.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Tonto Foley (IRE), 4-1 Tessy Lad (IRE), 11-2 Garde des Champs (IRE), 7-1 Contre Ordre (FR), 8-1 Malpas (IRE), 10-1 Sword of Fate (IRE), 12-1 Bix Beiderbecke (FR)
TONTO FOLEY remains one to be interested in at this level, progressive overall and better than the bare result at Newton Abbot last time Tessy Lad made a positive start over fences when second at Market Rasen last week and is next best ahead of Garde des Champs, who’s back down in class.
PHOTOGRAPHY
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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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THIRD RACE 3.15
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE MACBET BOOKMAKER ALLOWS YOU TO WIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
Leading course trainer (19-24): S R B Crawford (14 wins from 104 runners, 13%) runs CONDESA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Sayer (3 wins from 7 runners, 43%) runs DALLAS DES PICTONS
Weightwatcher: KAJAKI won off a handicap mark of 107, his rating is now down 12lb to 95
Fancy That: Miss L Harrison won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs MALANGEN today.
Longest Traveller: CONDESA trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 CONDESA (IRE) (85) 0//142P0- C
8 12-0
Br Br m Sholokhov (IRE) - Five Star Present (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Mrs Mary O’Connor The Sporting Life S TIMEFORM VIEW Returned from a very long absence to win a 2m novice at this meeting a year ago Just the one effort of note since but this trip might be more suitable than 3m she raced over latest TFRHHHII BHA119
2 GALATA BRIDGE (GB) (25) 41236-5 BF
7 11-11
Br B g Golden Horn - Infallible Charlie Hammond J
O Foxtrot Racing Galata Bridge Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Foxtrot Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW As good as ever when winning at Uttoxeter (15.8) last May and placed at Worcester (20f) on his next 2 starts. Hampered on return to action in April and shaped as though back in top form when fifth last month, emphasis on speed over 2m not ideal. Has to be taken seriously TFRHHHHI BHA116
3 THE
CHURCHILL LAD
(IRE) (37) 3240-46
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Imalwayshotforyou (USA)
O Flying High and Blacklock
5 11-10
Ross Chapman J
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B CGD Syndicate Mile High Racing, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual-juvenile hurdle winner who struck again in 2m Haydock handicap in the mud in December (now just 1lb above that mark). Has generally performed with credit since but this trip might just be on his limit. Usual hood removed. TFRHHHHI BHA115
4 WELL
PLANTED
(FR) (10) 1265-43 C
Br B g Planteur (IRE) - Next Dream (FR)
7 11-8
Sean Quinlan J
O Drew & Ailsa Russell R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mr Gerard Fontaine
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who didn’t really take to chasing at the first attempt here in May but more like it when third in 2m course handicap over hurdles 10 days ago Looks worth a try over this trip TFRHHHII BHA113
5 DALLAS DES PICTONS (FR) (21) 14P6P-5 D
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Nadia des Pictons (FR)
11 11-6
Henry Brooke J
O Mrs Mary Lewis Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B S.C.E.A. du Marais des Pictons
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser at his best. Not so good nowadays but landed a Hexham handicap last autumn. Freshened up and fair effort at that venue last month, albeit he was allowed to dictate matters. TFRHHHII BHA111
6 WESTERN RUN (IRE) (46) 25645-0
Br B g Westerner - Stitch Pockets (IRE)
9 11-2
Ben Smith (7) J
O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Stephen Curran
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now been twenty-six runs since his last win back in 2020 Reverted to hurdling after 8 months off, he didn’t show enough both starts this spring to think he’s about to cash in on his much-reduced mark. TFRHHHII BHA107
7 TIGGA TIME (IRE) (29) 1/354-20 D
5 10-12
Br Ch g Malinas (GER) - Theregoesthetruth (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O Mr Gordon Clements Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Pius Collins
Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who posted his best effort in novice hurdles when 6 lengths second of 13 at Kelso (21f, good) in May. Opening mark took a hit and didn’t fare as well as may have been expected upped to 23.3f on recent handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA103
8 CORAL BLUE (IRE) (172) 110/05P- D
9 10-10
Br B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Eva’s Time (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Mr Duncan McCready
Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
B Moyglare Stud Farm Solway Fuels S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner in 2022/23 but failed to fire all 3 starts last term. On the plus side, his mark continues to ease and a tongue tie is back on. TFRHHIII BHA101
9 MALANGEN (IRE) (10) 43-4412 CD
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Lady’s Locket (IRE)
O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing
9 10-8
Peter Kavanagh (3) J
Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Miss Madeline Burns Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time course winner who improved to win 15-runner handicap hurdle at Hexham (16.2f, good) last month, always holding on Ridden with slightly more restraint when runner-up over C&D but it was still a very sound effort. Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA99
10KAJAKI (IRE) (23) 4400-04 CD
Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - No Quest (IRE)
11 10-4
Danny McMenamin J
O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1 Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Epona Bloodstock Ltd MSSocietyScotland,BordersBranch,EquineProductsLtd(EquineNutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Sedgefield and this race in 2022/23. Lost his way towards the end of last year but more positive signs in recent weeks and he now looks ready to strike. TFRHHHHH BHA95
11
DARKEST DAY
(IRE)
(10) 660-020
Br B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Dempseys Luck (IRE)
O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young
B Thomas Patrick English
9 10-2
Derek Fox J
William Young Jnr, Carluke T
TIMEFORM VIEWLandedback-to-backKelsohandicapslastSeptemberandreturnedtoformwithhisreappearancebehindhimwhensecondin11-runner course handicap last month. In nothing like the same form back here 10 days ago and now back up in trip 2lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA91
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: MALANGEN (IRE) 8 9 11 Joe Williamson 9-2 (Lisa Harrison) 4 ran
Visor worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 6, 11.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Galata Bridge (GB), 6-1 The Churchill Lad (IRE), 13-2 Malangen (IRE), 9-1 Kajaki (IRE), 10-1 Well Planted (FR), 12-1 Condesa (IRE), Tigga Time (IRE), 18-1 Dallas des Pictons (FR), Western Run (IRE), 25-1 Coral Blue (IRE), Darkest Day (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
KAJAKI is firmly into the veteran stage now but the handicapper has given him every chance and both efforts this season suggest he’s in good-enough nick to take advantage Assuming the removal of a hood doesn’t backfire, The Churchill Lad is a big threat, along with Galata Bridge
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KAJAKI (IRE) 2.THE CHURCHILL LAD (IRE) 3.GALATA BRIDGE
RESULT 1st 2nd
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FOURTH RACE 3.45
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)
THE MACBET LAYING BETS SINCE 1972
HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
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)
Leading course trainer (19-24): S R B Crawford (14 wins from 104 runners, 13%) runs NOWINITTOWINIT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Bourke (2 wins from 3 runners, 67%) runs BARBADOS BUCK’S
Weightwatcher: CAP DU NORD won off a handicap mark of 127, his rating is now down 5lb to 122.
Longest Traveller: NOWINITTOWINIT trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (31) 12335-1 D
Br B g Mores Wells - Akarita (IRE)
9 12-0
Charlie Hammond J
O Foxtrot Racing Tiger Orchid Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Ian Hannon
TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced his excellent record at Worcester when winning 8-runner handicap chase last month. However, that does look weak form for the grade and he’s opposable off 4lb higher TFRHHHII BHA127
2 DINONS (FR) (29) 6/P3/21/-1 CD
Br B g Balko (FR) - Beni Abbes (FR)
O Richard & Katherine Gilbert
B S.C.E.A. de Maulepaire
11 11-12
Craig Nichol J
Brian Ellison, Malton T
Straightline (NE) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a handicap chase for Mark Campion in June 2022 and overcame a 2-year absence to make a winning start in good style for this yard over hurdles there 4 weeks ago Warrants respect after that but he’s 10lb higher back over fences in better race TFRHHHII BHA125
3 GLORY AND HONOUR (IRE) (14) 233-365
Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - On Khee
O Ursa Ellerby & Partner
8 11-9
Jonathan England J
Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mr Michael D. Hickey ADRA Projects Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his second chase win at Doncaster in December and not disgraced since. Opposable over this trip, however TFRHHHII BHA122
4 CAP DU NORD (FR) (35) 60061-3
D 11 11-9
Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Qualite Controlee (FR)
O The Can’t Say No Partnership
Nick Scholfield J
Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEW Grand servant to connections and took advantage of reduced mark when narrow winner at Plumpton in March. Backed that up with good third (behind Everyday Champagne) over C&D 5 weeks ago and should go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA122
5 BARBADOS BUCK’S (IRE) (29) 1306-04 D
9 11-8
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Buck’s Blue (FR) Ryan Mania J
O Townshend, Lowther & Hay
B Philip Hore Jnr
Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
L.I.P Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWQuiteausefulhurdlerforPaulNichollsandstruckatthesecondtimeofaskingforhisnewstableinsmall-fieldhandicapatCarlisle(25f,heavy) in December Below that level since, however, and questions to answer back in this sphere (didn’t take to chasing for previous yard). TFRHHIII BHA121
6 HALF SHOT (IRE) (35) 34P4-04
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dochas Supreme (IRE)
C D
10 11-7
Dylan Johnston (5) J
O The Farming Army Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Robert B. Hodgins Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWProduced a career best when doubling his chase tally at Musselburgh in November and best effortsince when an eye-catching fourth at Ayr (20.5f) in the spring. Down the field back over hurdles next time but shaped for a long way as though back in formwhen fourth over C&D 5 weeks ago TFRHHHII BHA120
7 WASDELL DUNDALK (FR) (35) 11220-0 CD
Br Ch g Spirit One (FR) - Linda Queen (FR)
9 11-4
Danny McMenamin J
O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of reduced mark when completing a C&D hat-trick in August/September Runner-up at Carlisle next 2 outings. Well held last 2 starts 7 months apart but shaped as if needing his comeback so better expected now. TFRHHHII BHA117
8 NO REGRETS (IRE) (67) 21320-1 D 10 11-2
Br B g Presenting - E Mac (IRE)
Sean Quinlan J
O Tony Killoran & Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mr J. McMahon Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEWWonpairof3mhandicapchasesinfirsthalfof2023andleftlow-keyreappearanceeffortwellbehindwhenaddingtohistallyinafirst-time visor at Kelso (23.4f, good) in May, though needed a shade of fortune to seal it. 5lb higher mark could prove problematic. TFRHHHII BHA115
9 EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE (IRE) (35) 1440-22 D BF 8 10-9
Br Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Magie de Toulouse (FR) Bruce Lynn (3) J
O YERMANMILAN SYNDICATE
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr James Cummins & Ms Jacqueline Taylor Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEWMadeawinningstartforthisyardatAyr(20.5f,good)inNovember Gotbackontrackunderapositiveridereturnedtolesstestinggroundwhengoingdown narrowlyatKelso(23.4f,good)beforeexcellentsecondoverC&D5weeksago,doingwellunderthecircumstances.Onetobeinterestedin. TFRHHHHH BHA108
10NOWINITTOWINIT (IRE) (10) 1/15P-P4 CD 8 10-2
Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Now Its My Turn (IRE) Mr Stephen Connor (7) J
O Mrs Margaret McCrudden
S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Mrs Margaret McCrudden TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner at this venue last spring but struggled since, including on chase bow here (20f) 10 days ago 1lb out of the handicap TFRHHIII BHA100
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Visor worn by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 5, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Everyday Champagne (IRE), 11-2 Dinons (FR), Cap du Nord (FR), 13-2 Tiger Orchid (IRE), 9-1 No Regrets (IRE), 10-1 Wasdell Dundalk (FR), 11-1 Half Shot (IRE), 14-1 Glory And Honour (IRE), 25-1 Barbados Buck’s (IRE), 28-1 Nowinittowinit (IRE)
EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE did well under the circumstances when an excellent second over C&D 5 weeks ago and is fancied to go one better Cap du Nord wasn’t far behind the selection that day and rates the main threat ahead of Wasdell Dundalk, who’s expected to come on for his return. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EVERYDAY
THE RESULT
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FIFTH RACE 4.15
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 207YDS) (4,700m)
THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS
4)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) 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 315 runners, 11%) runs DIAMOND STATE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Williams (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs FEVER DREAM
Fancy That: Miss L Harrison won this race in 2015 and 2017 The stable runs DALILEO today.
Longest Traveller: PADDY ELVIS trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 LIHYAN (IRE) (14) 224-106
Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Elle Est Milan (IRE)
6 12-0
William Maggs (5) J
O Bill Fraser & Adrian Pritchard Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr S. Gorman Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEWOffthemarkforthisyardatMusselburgh(19.8f)inDecemberandprogressedsteadilysince,latestwhenwinning9-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen in May. Creditable sixth at Uttoxeter last time and may not have reached his limit. TFRHHHII BHA119
2 ACCIDENTAL REBEL (GB) (14) 10/P-030
Br B g Kayf Tara - Special Choice (IRE)
10 11-7
Bruce Lynn (3) 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 yet to fire for present stable TFRHIIII BHA112
3 KILBRAINY (IRE) (35) 4/2416-0
8 11-2
Br Br g Beat Hollow - Portryan Native (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O Mr Dan Macdonald
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Miss Marie Murphy Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in impressive style, after 4 months off, in conditional jockeys’ handicap at Kelso (20.9f) in October Hasn’t fired on either start since, however Tried in a tongue strap. TFRHHHII BHA107
4 FEVER DREAM (IRE)
(35) 365/42-1 CD
Br Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - O What A Girl (IRE)
O Bedford & Noel & The Can’t Say no
6 11-1
Nick Scholfield J
Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B John O’Donovan NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle (5/4) at this C&D (good to firm) 35 days ago, easing clear Stable is firing now and every chance he’s still ahead of the handicapper, so leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA106
5 NOT WHAT IT SEEMS (IRE)
(30) P/33P-50
Br B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Kyle Ruby (IRE)
8 11-0
Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J
O Ryder and Alex Sugden Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Eamon Callaghan Optima Self Store S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2022 and he arrives on the back of a poor run at Market Rasen. Others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA105
6
BUY SOME TIME
(IRE) (10) P1-1241 CD
6 10-13
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Send To War Ben Smith (7) J
O Carnaby, Thomson & Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Eamonn Bracken Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner who was runner-up in a hunter chase at Cartmel (21.2f) on Rules debut in May. Firmly back on track when scoring over C&D in good style recently and he’s still unexposed under Rules. TFRHHHHI BHA104
7 JETEYE (IRE) (21) 0P2-P01
7 10-10
Br Br g Jet Away - Shuil Sionnach (IRE) Jonathan England J
O Tor Side Racing and A McCormack
Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mrs Juliet Brown Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on completed start in points and in handicap hurdle at Southwell in April. Failed to make an impact over fences but, with blinkers on, he was right back on track when scoring at Hexham 3 weeks ago TFRHHHHI BHA101
8 PADDY ELVIS (IRE) (35) 030-52F
5 10-8
Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Patty Paige (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O Mrs F. Cumiskey S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Fergus Cumiskey
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed for the second time in handicaps when second of 7 at Downpatrick on penultimate outing and was shaping as if still in form prior to falling over C&D last time Not dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA99
9 DALILEO (IRE)
(10) 4244-12 CD
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE)
O THP RACING & D A HARRISON RACING
9 10-5
Peter Kavanagh (3) J
Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Barronstown Stud Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Having dropped to a career-low mark after 7 months off, took advantage when winning over C&D (good to firm) last month and backed it up with a creditable second to Buy Some Time 10 days ago Should get a lot closer to that rival this time TFRHHHII BHA96
10DIAMOND STATE (FR) (10) P00-3U3
Br B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Wonderful Diamond (GER)
O Mr Gerry McGladery
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Cerdeval
8 10-5
Alan Doyle (5) J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 11/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago Likely to be on the premises again. TFRHHHII BHA96
11 SHANTOU MOON (IRE) (10) 0-06226
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Emma Ami (IRE)
O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young
B P. Doocey
7 10-2
Derek Fox J
William Young Jnr, Carluke T
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice in handicaps for Tristan Davidson and left his stable debut run behind when second at Hexham (23.3f) at the start of June Rare poor effort over C&D 10 days ago and he’s out of the weights here. TFRHHIII BHA91
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: THEMANINTHEBOOTS (IRE) 5 12 0 Sean Bowen 3-1 (Gordon Elliott) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 1, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 10 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8, 10
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Fever Dream (IRE), 9-2 Jeteye (IRE), 13-2 Buy Some Time (IRE), 9-1 Dalileo (IRE), 10-1 Diamond State (FR), 12-1 Lihyan (IRE), Paddy Elvis (IRE), 14-1 Kilbrainy (IRE), 22-1 Shantou Moon (IRE), 33-1 Not What It Seems (IRE), 100-1 Accidental Rebel (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
FEVER DREAM’s stable is in much better form at present and he had plenty in hand when opening his account over C&D last time, so he’s an obvious choice to follow up Fellow last-time-out winners Jeteye and Buy Some Time are obvious dangers in a competitive race for the grade
THE RESULT
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SIXTH RACE 4.45
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE MACBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED DAILY
CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 315 runners, 11%) runs ALDBOURNE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs VE DAY
Weightwatcher: NO RECOLLECTION won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 5lb to 95
Fancy That: L Russell won this race in 2016 and 2022. The stable runs ALDBOURNE today.
Longest Traveller: GLOBAL ESTEEM trained by F O’Brien, Cheltenham, 376 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 VE DAY (IRE) (38) 22540-6 D
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Cochabamba (IRE)
5 12-0
William Maggs (3) J
O Owners Group 111 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Clarecastle Farm Limited Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came in 4-runner event last year and hasn’t fired so far this season. Others preferred.
2 GLOBAL ESTEEM (IRE) (51) 043-22
Br B g Kodiac - Baltic Belle (IRE)
BF
HHIII BHA103
7 11-12
Jack Hogan (3) J
O Caveat Emptor Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Tally-Ho Stud Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 1m handicapper on Flat for John Gallagher Has shown aptitude for hurdling and might well have been let in lightly off 101, so merits strong consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA101
3 TRAILBLAZER (GB) (11) 0223-
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ballymore Celebre (IRE)
5 11-11
Joshua Thompson (7) J
O Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B Carmel Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Stayer on the Flat who is still unexposed and probably capable of better over hurdles. Poor effort on the level last time and cheekpieces refitted now. TFRHHHII BHA100
4 SERGEANT WILSON
(IRE) (10) 2440-56 D 6 11-9
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - In A Rush (IRE)
O Jardine,Griffiths,Townshend & Smith
B Seosamh Murphy
Emma Smith-Chaston J
R. Mike Smith, Galston T
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky sort who posted a good second at Newbury off a 7lb higher mark in November No impact since, including on first run since leaving Nigel Twiston-Davies over C&D 10 days ago TFRHHIII BHA98
5 ALDBOURNE (IRE) (35) 660-P 5 11-9
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Always Gentle (IRE)
Patrick Wadge (3) J
O Richard & Katherine Gilbert Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Ringfort Stud Ltd
Straightline (NE) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner who has been brought along steadily so far by this yard Seemed amiss over C&D last time, though, so has a bit to prove TFRHHIII BHA98
6 JUST DOTTIE (GB) (38) 3005-13 CD
Br B or Br m Al Kazeem - Blaise Chorus (IRE)
O Mr R. Michael Smith
B Blaise Chorus Partnership
6 11-8
Ben Smith (8) J
R. Mike Smith, Galston T
TIMEFORM VIEWOfferedlittleinbumper/onFlatbuthasfoundherfeetoverhurdlesforthisyard,betterforherreappearancewhenlandingmares’handicap over C&D for second successive year in May. Good third at Uttoxeter since and is likely to make his presence felt once more. TFRHHHHI BHA97
7 NO RECOLLECTION (GB) (15) U00P4-3 D 6 11-6
Br Br g Dansili - Talawat
O Worcester Racing Club
B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar
Tom Midgley (3) J
Sam England, Guiseley T
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap hurdler who has slipped to a good mark and showed a bit more on the Flat in the spring. Worth monitoring in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA95
8 SHANTOU LUCKY (IRE) (23) 00/PP-40 D 7 11-3
Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Backtothekingsnest (IRE) Alan Doyle J
O J Bedi, P Ellerby and Partners
B James Coen
Jessica Bedi, Yarm T
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser in Ireland for Gavin Cromwell. Some encouragement here on debut for new stable but failed to back it up and now drops markedly in trip
9
JYSUIS
(FR) (13) 300-605
Br B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Bernice (FR)
O Mr Richard C. Pearson
B Haras de la Rousseliere SCEA
5 10-13
Bruce Lynn J
Simon West, Middleham T
The Injured Jockeys Fund S
TIMEFORM VIEWPlaced all 3 starts in bumpers in France but yet to finish better than mid-field for his current yard, just a respectable fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Worcester last time Handicapper is giving him more of a chance. TFRHHHII BHA88
10GAME BEAAA
(IRE) (23) 145P-33
Br Br m Libertarian - Balla Brack (IRE)
O Cherrybank Crusaders
B P. & T. Crotty
7 10-9
Dylan Johnston J
Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
A Henderson Roofing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who posted another creditable effort when third at Market Rasen last time, shaping well in the circumstances. Turn doesn’t look far away and she’s worth taking a chance on. TFRHHHHH BHA84
11 WILLY NILLY (IRE) (305)
Br B g Morpheus - Subtle Shimmer
0/0632P-
7 10-3
Peter Kavanagh J
O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Cloneymore Farm Ltd Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was pulled up at Uttoxeter 10 months ago and hasn’t been seen since, so hard to make a compelling case for. TFRHHIII BHA78
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: GAMBIE TIEP (FR) 7 11 2 Liam Harrison 1-5 (Ben Pauling) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 5. Hood worn by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 7, 8, 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
Stewards Note:
ALDBOURNE: Following its run on 9/6/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its action.
JUST DOTTIE: Following its run on 6/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight. WILLY NILLY: Following its run on 13/9/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its action.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Global Esteem (IRE), 5-1 Just Dottie (GB), Game Beaaa (IRE), 15-2 No Recollection (GB), 12-1 Trailblazer (GB), 16-1 Sergeant Wilson (IRE), 20-1 Shantou Lucky (IRE), 22-1 VE Day (IRE), Jysuis (FR), 25-1 Aldbourne (IRE), 33-1 Willy Nilly (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
GAME BEAAA’s jumping hasn’t always been the most polished but she has avoided errors lately and shaped like she’s ready to win when third at Market Rasen last time, so she gets the nod over Global Esteem, who is potentially well treated on Flat form having his first go in handicaps.
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ELIZABETH FINCHER Event Sales Executive
CONDITIONS
First Race 2.15 - THE PARKLANDS HOTEL PERTH NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4084 to the winning horse The second to receive £1881, the third £940 and the fourth £471 for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb The Parklands Hotel will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £30. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392 (Penalty Value £4084.50) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.45 - THE MACBET SCOTLAND’S LEADING HORSE RACING BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (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 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb With thanks to Macbet who have kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning Owner In addition, they will present a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £32. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.15 - THE MACBET BOOKMAKER ALLOWS YOU TO WIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £26 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb With thanks to Macbet who have kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner A £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £26. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.45 - THE MACBET LAYING BETS SINCE 1972 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £30 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb With thanks to Macbet who have kindly sponsored this race and shall shall present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will present a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £38 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.15 - THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £26 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Perth Executive shall present a memento to the winning owner A £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 20 entries, 2 at £6 and 18 at £26. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.45 - THE MACBET BEST ODDS
GUARANTEED DAILY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’
HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £16 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to July 11th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb With thanks to Macbet who have kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner A £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £16. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75) A SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
