We are delighted to welcome you all back to Perth Racecourse our last weekend fixture, the Stone of Destiny Raceday.
The Stone of Destiny is an ancient symbol of Scottish monarchy and kingdom. A king-making stone, it was used in the inauguration of Scottish monarchs at Scone, 3 miles upriver of Perth on the River Tay. Its first documented use was in 1249 for the inauguration of the boy-king, Alexander III.
Taken as war loot by King Edward I of England fifty years after Alexander became king, the Stone was carried to Westminster Abbey in London; a symbol of Edward’s victory and his perceived right to rule Returning home to Perthshire for the first time in 700 years, this iconic artefact is still used to crown kings and queens of the United Kingdom today, including the coronation of King Charles III in May 2023.
Today’s eight race programme is highly competitive with 95 runners across the card. The feature race taking place at 6.35pm, The Scone Estates Stone of Destiny Handicap Hurdle, is worth £25,000 and James Owen will be hoping he can take the prize home for the second time in as many seasons.
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.
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The Dragon TV and Film Studios Pony Race 148cm & Under, 3.00pm 1m 1f
Pony Name Rider Age
1 Mag Earle
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs mare
Height: 147.6
Form: 5, 7, 5, 4 ,6
Eliza McPherson 15
Pony Age: 20
Colour: Bay
Colours: Navy Blue, Pink Quartered, Navy Blue Sleeves, Pink Check, Blue Cap
2 Gentle Dancer
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs mare
Height: 148 Form: 7, 4
Freddie Fletcher 15
Pony Age: 6
Colours: White, Emerald Green Stripes, Black Cap
Colour: Bay
3 Obi 1 Knobi Harry Vigors 14
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs gelding
Pony Age: 13
Colour: Bay Height: 147.7 Form: 4, 3
Colours: Light Green, White Sleeves and Cap
4 Grey Crow II
Min Weight: 9st 4lbs gelding
Height: 148 Form: 6
Bruce Vaughan 15
Pony Age: 5
Colour: Grey
Breed:
Colours: White, Emerald Green Stripes, Emerald Green and Black Quartered Cap
Wales’ Finest TV and Film Studio complex compl
FIRST RACE 3.55
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE VISIT PERTH MUSEUM
MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 314 runners, 11%) runs FAIRMAC
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Watson (5 wins from 36 runners, 14%) runs AEROSPACE
Longest Travellers: TAMLAGHT EYES trained by G Quinn, & LARGY TEXAS trained by S R B Crawford - both Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse
1 AEROSPACE (IRE) (47)
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Talent
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XVIII & Partner
B Ashbrittle Stud & M. H. Dixon
5 11-4
Nick Scholfield J
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat (should stay 1 1/2m), has won twice in 2024, respectable effort last time Stands out in a weak race on hurdling debut. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 AILT AN CHORRAIN (IRE) (118) 0/2P2-
Br B g Mahler - Mazagee (FR)
O Patrick Neville Racing Syndicate
5 11-4
Henry Brooke J
Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Mr Dolty Boyle Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam (h86), maiden hurdler, winner up to 13f (2-y-o 7f winner) on Flat. Maiden Irish pointer, runner-up last time (Apr 21). TFRHHHII BHA-
3 DON’T
LOOK BACK (GB)
Br Gr g Oasis Dream - Ronaldsay
O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young
B Stowell Hill Ltd & D. Ludlow
(55) 430-560
6 11-4
Alan Doyle (5) J
William Young Jnr, Carluke T
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair performer on the Flat for Lucinda Russell last year but no better than modest form over hurdles for this yard Passed over. TFRHHIII BHA69
4 FAIRMAC (GB) (26) 4
6 11-4
Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Kenyan Cat Derek Fox J
O Middleham Park Racing VI
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B David Botterill & John Guest Middleham Park Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulatbestonFlat(stays13/4m),successfulatStMoritzinFebruaryforAnthonyCharlton.Shapedasifinneedoftheexperience sent hurdling in a tongue strap when fourth of 8 in a novice hurdle (15/2) at Cartmel (17.2f, soft) 26 days ago Entitled to do better TFRHHHII BHA-
5
KONDO ISAMI (IRE) (26)
4/-
Br Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Zouzou (AUS)
6 11-4
Ben Smith (7) J
O Mr John Murphy R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Coolmore
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper at best on Flat (stays 14.5f) but little impact since 2021 and was well held on his hurdling debut back in October 2022. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 UPFORDEBATE (IRE) (63) 40-3P
5 11-4
Br B g Mount Nelson - Mrs Peachey (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Mr Eamon McElligott Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Mrs Gail Kidd Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced in bumpers but showed an aptitude for hurdling when third of 6 in a Market Rasen novice in May. Raced too freely and faltered before straight in similar event at Hexham last time, however TFRHHIII BHA-
7 LARGY TEXAS (IRE) (-) 4 11-1
Br B g Libertarian - Sweetbriar Rose (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O Mr Raymond Scullion S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Fiona Hynds
TIMEFORM VIEW Libertarian gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Longhouse Sale and fairly useful hurdler Long House Island. Wears tongue strap. Market should offer up some clues. TFRHHHII BHA-
8
EASTER GLORY
(GB) (44) U002-P0
7 10-11
Br B m Fame And Glory - Easter Vic Brian Hughes J
O Mr Robert H. Goldie R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Robert H. Goldie
TIMEFORM VIEW Unpromising in bumpers and offered little on last month’s hurdling debut at this course TFRHIIII BHA-
9 FLEXI LADY (IRE)
(20) 0/050-P
Br B m Milan - Young Lady (IRE)
5 10-11
Danny McMenamin J
O Miss G. Boanas Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T
B Mr Peter Magnier & Ms Margaret Mullins
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown more temperament than ability in bumpers/over hurdles. Easy to look elsewhere Cheekpieces on for 1st time TFRHIIII BHA-
10TAMLAGHT EYES (IRE) (55)
P2/403/-0
Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Bond Holder (IRE)
8 10-11
Mr N. McParlan (3) J
O Mr P. J. McBurney Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T
B James P. Linnane MRCVS
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who showed a bit more than on her bumper debut when third of 7 at Kelso in May 2022. Only hinted at ability making her hurdling debut after 25 months off at Hexham in June but this is a weak race all the same TFRHHHII BHA-
11 BRORA BREEZE (GB) (17) 60-
Br B f Shirocco (GER) - Highland Pass
4 10-8
Nathan Moscrop J
O Mr Lee Aldsworth Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B Kingsclere Stud
TIMEFORM VIEWFair 1 1/4m winner on Flat for Andrew Balding but well held in a pair of juvenile hurdles for Rebecca Menzies and fared no better back on the Flat for this yard at Redcar 17 days ago TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: BELLE OF ANNANDALE (IRE) 4 10 8 Brian Hughes 8-1 (Adrian Keatley) 10 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Stewards Note:
KONDO ISAMI: Following its run on 22/7/2024 it was reported that the horse slipped on the bend.
The one who stands out is AEROSPACE, a useful performer on the Flat, who looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to make a winning hurdling debut. Fairmac and Tamlaght Eyes can battle it out for minor honours.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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SECOND RACE 4.30
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE VISIT PERTH MUSEUM
MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x 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 (35 wins from 314 runners, 11%) runs AULD TOON LOON Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Watson (5 wins from 36 runners, 14%) runs POLLING DAY
Longest Travellers: CABRA LADY trained by SMcparlan,KELLS AND CONNOR trained by G Quinn & SOUTHEY trained by S R B Crawford - all Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 AULD TOON LOON (IRE) (63) 0
5 11-4
Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Empire State Racing Partnership
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Cover and Carry Limited Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat for David O’Meara (stays 10.5f), below form final start in 2023. Given a considerate introduction to hurdling after 9 months off at Hexham in June and should do better at some stage TFRHHHII BHA-
2 BYRON HILL (IRE) (63) 0U33/-20
7 11-4
Br B g Kingston Hill - Gwen Lady Byron (IRE) Henry Brooke J
O Patrick Neville Racing Syndicate
Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Morgan Cahalan Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful stayer on the level and has shown a fair level of ability over hurdles, finding just one too good on debut for this yard at Sedgefield (16.8f, good) in May. Run best excused at Hexham the following month and must enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA102
3 GOLDEN SWIFT (IRE)
(55) 0000U-P
Br B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Karinswift
5 11-4
Ben Smith (7) J
O Mr R. Gibson R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Michael McQuaid
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a bumper/completed starts over hurdles. TFRHIIII BHA72
4 KELLS AND CONNOR (IRE)
(44) 5-144
Br Gr g Kingston Hill - Storm Away (IRE)
5 11-4
Mr Alex Harvey (5) J
O Mr P. J. McBurney Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T
B Mr R. Stafford
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who failed to justify support sent hurdling when only fourth of 12 on Rules debut here (20.2f) 44 days ago Tongue strap quickly applied. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 POLLING DAY (IRE) (27) F25
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pollyana (IRE)
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLV & Partner
6 11-4
Nick Scholfield J
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
B J. Wall & E. Kennedy Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulFlatwinnerwhoshapedwellwhenrunner-upinaStratfordmaideninJuly,goingwithenthusiasm.Failedtobuild on the promise of that run in a first time tongue strap when only fifth back there last time but it remains early days TFRHHHII BHA102
6 SHERIFF HASKELL (IRE) (44) P/P-0
Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Donna’s Pride
5 11-4
David Noonan J
O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B David Valentine
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up both starts in points and offered little on hurdling debut at this course (20.2f, good to firm) 44 days ago Has left Stuart Crawford TFRHIIII BHA-
7 UNITED FRONT (USA) (27) 52
Br B g War Front (USA) - Shell House (IRE)
7 11-4
Jonathan Burke J
O Mr Nic Brereton Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Springhill Farm Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Originally trained by Aidan O’Brien before winning 4 times at up to 1 1/4m on the Flat for Michael Appleby. Stepped up on his hurdling debut effort when second of 12 in a Stratford novice (16.3f) 27 days ago and has solid claims on that form. TFRHHHHH BHA-
8 KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS (GB) (23) 05-300 4 11-1
Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE)
O Thorne Farm Syndicate
Lorcan Murtagh J
Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Cover and Carry Limited Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulontheFlatforDavidO’MearaandlefthisprevioushurdlingeffortsbehindwhenthirdinaHerefordmaideninMay.Didn’tmake much impact in a Uttoxeter handicap the following month and ran even worse at Worcester last time Tongue
BHA96
9 SOUTHEY (IRE) (33)
6-0U32
Br Ch g Tamayuz - Mikandy (IRE)
O Mr P. M. J. McAlister
B Lasnawood Ltd & Tullis Park Rose Ltd
4 11-1
Mr Stephen Connor (7) J
S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Matched hurdling debut form when second of 14 in maiden at Downpatrick (17.8f, good) 33 days ago Remains open to improvement. TFRHHHII BHA-
10CABRA
LADY
(IRE) (22) 43P-231 D
Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Knocklayde Rose (IRE)
5 10-11
Mr N. McParlan (3) J
O Mr M. Ward Sean McParlan, Ireland T
B Mr Colm McHenry
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points and improved on debut form in a first-time hood when winning 14-runner bumper at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) 22 days ago Needs considering on hurdle bow. TFRHHHHI BHA-
11 APPLES DESTINY (GB) (34) 0P-U0
4 10-8
Br B f Sir Percy - Alasi Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O Apples Destiny Syndicate
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
R. Mike Smith, Galston T
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off in an Aintree bumper/completed start over hurdles.
TFRHIIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2023:(See Div 1) Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4, 8. Hood worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 5, 6, 9. Stewards Note:
AULD TOON LOON: Following its run on 15/6/2024 it was reported that the horse showed signs of mild heat stress
UNITED FRONT: Following its run on 21/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS: Following its run on 25/7/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 United Front (USA), 5-1 Byron Hill (IRE), 6-1 Polling Day (IRE), Cabra Lady (IRE), 13-2 Southey (IRE), 11-1 Auld Toon Loon (IRE), 12-1 Kells And Connor (IRE), 14-1 Kentucky Bluegrass (GB), 100-1 Sheriff Haskell (IRE), 150-1 Golden Swift (IRE), 250-1 Apples Destiny (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
UNITED FRONT stepped up on his hurdling debut form when second at Stratford last month and providing he settles better, there should be more to come from Fergal O’Brien’s charge Byron Hill and bumper-winner Cabra Lady head the opposition.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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THIRD RACE 5.05
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 20YDS) (4,000m)
THE QUINNBET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x 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): L Russell (35 wins from 314 runners, 11%) runs GARDE DES CHAMPS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S R B Crawford (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs CARNFUNNOCK Fancy That: D McCain won this race in 2021 and 2023. The stable runs DRIPSEY MOON today. Longest Traveller: CARNFUNNOCK trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 MAHONS GLORY (IRE) (67) 3/5100-2 D
8 11-10
Br B g Fame And Glory - Dark Sunshine (GER) Henry Brooke J
O C Nightingale & Hold My Beer Partnership Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Mr Walter Connors
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful effort to win a 21f Kempton handicap hurdle on Boxing Day, but tailed off both subsequent outings last season. However, after a wind op he got back on track sent chasing when runner-up in novice handicap at Southwell (20.4f) in June Could be in the mix. TFR
2 DRIPSEY MOON (IRE) (27) 6506-22 CD 7 11-4
Br B g Let The Lion Roar - My Memory (IRE)
136
Brian Hughes J
O Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Thomas Tormey JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWDualpointwinnerwhotookwelltochasingonfirststartsincesinceleavingJohnMcConnellwhenrunner-upatUttoxeter(20f)inJune Likely to have won but for a late mistake at Newton Abbot (25.8f) last time, so he’s a major player with cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHHH BHA130
3 PARISENCORE (FR)
(28) 220-510 CD
8 11-3
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Folk Dancing (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Mrs I.C Sellars and Miss D.C Sellars Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B S.C.E.A. Haras de Peyre Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEWRunner-up on first 2 starts overfenceslast season and confirmed that promise whenopening his chase account atthisC&D inJune Found it tougher in the Summer Plate at Uttoxeter last time, but no surprise to see him bounce back returned to this venue TFRHHHII BHA129
4 CARNFUNNOCK (IRE)
(24) 3560-42
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Simply Erin (IRE)
7 10-10
J. J. Slevin J
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Edward McMahon The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner who has made an encouraging start over fences, making the frame at Down Royal (19.7f) in May before bumping into a good prospect at Wexford (16f) last month. Open to further improvement as he makes handicap chase debut. TFRHHHHI BHA122
5 EYEOFTHESCORPION (IRE) (567) 423/2PF/- D
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Shuil Sharp (IRE)
10 10-5
Alan Doyle (5) J
O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T
B Charlie Harnett
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at 20f over hurdles but has failed to complete both starts in handicap chases, falling at the thirteenth at Doncaster (24f) when last seen back in January 2023. Tongue strap applied on first run since leaving Fergal O’Brien. TFRHHIII BHA114
6 GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (34) FP-2632 C 8 10-5
Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - La Reine de Riogh (IRE) Derek Fox J
O The Champs
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B John P. Cahill Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came over hurdles at this course (16.2f) last summer Ran up to his best over fences under another patient ride when second here (16f) in July, but will need to find more as he goes back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA112
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: A DIFFERENT KIND (IRE) 6 11 10 Brian Hughes 5-6 (Donald McCain) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Stewards Note: MAHONS GLORY: Following its run on 11/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight.
DRIPSEY MOON has quickly made up into a better chaser than hurdler, looking the likely winner before a mistake 2 out at Newton Abbot last month, so he is taken to get off the mark in this sphere with cheekpieces reapplied. Carnfunnock has also shaped promisingly in his 2 starts over fences and is feared most, ahead of Parisencore.
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FOURTH RACE 5.35
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252.(Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 314 runners, 11%) runs BISHOP HILL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (7 wins from 38 runners, 18%) runs BEAU DELLA & HALF SHOT
Longest Traveller: INVICTUS WORLD trained by G Quinn, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 HEREWEGOHONEY (IRE) (295) 1P/2310-
Br Br m Sageburg (IRE) - Knappogue Honey (IRE)
8 12-0
Jonathan Burke J
O Middleham Park Racing XVII Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Katie McCarthy Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning chase debut at Catterick in November 2022 and back on track when scoring in 5-runner contest at Market Rasen last summer HadlittlegorightwhenwellbeatenatCheltenhambackinOctoberandthisispresumablyapipeopenerreturningoverthesmallerobstacles. TFRHHIII BHA118
2 INVICTUS
WORLD (FR) (55) 0/414F-3
Br B g Nicaron (GER) - Amie des Champs (FR)
6 11-13
Mr N. McParlan (3) J
O Mrs H. McBurney Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T
B Mme Celine Clerc & Mme Valerie Lutz
TIMEFORM VIEWRanwellafter9monthsoff,especiallyashewascheckedwhencomingwithathreateningeffortwhenthirdof7inhandicap at Hexham (20.1f, good) just under 8 weeks ago That will have blown away any cobwebs, so he needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA117
3 QUARESOME (IRE) (64)
42420-2
Br B g Parish Hall (IRE) - Grinneas (IRE)
O Owners Group 114
6 11-9
William Maggs (5) J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Arctic Tack Stud Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEWWon bumper and maiden hurdle on first 2 starts but has drawn a blank since. Back to best when second of 5 in handicap at Market Rasen (16.6f, good) a couple of months ago, so he’s one to keep an eye on having been nudged up 2lb TFRHHHII BHA113
4 HALF SHOT (IRE) (34) 4P4-046 CD
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dochas Supreme (IRE)
10 11-8
Henry Brooke J
O The Farming Army Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Robert B. Hodgins Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWProducedacareerbestwhendoublinghischasetallyatMusselburghinNovemberandbesteffortsincewhenaneye-catchingfourthatAyr(20.5f) in the spring. Back over hurdles here and is potentially well handicapped, but he isn’t seeing his races out at present. Yard in red-hot form. TFRHHIII BHA112
5 HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (27) 3025-02 D
7 11-8
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fleur d’Ajonc (FR) Brian Hughes J
O K & N Waite Construction Limited
James Owen, Newmarket T
B M. Besnouin & M. Feuillet-Besnouin K & N Waite Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEWHasmorepoorrunsthangoodtohisnameoflatebuthavingbeenoff11weeksandleftMrsJaneWilliams(£7,000),tookastepbackintheright direction without headgear from a reduced mark when second of 8 at Stratford last month. Fancied to go close with Hughes taking over. TFRHHHHI BHA112
6 ACCIDENTAL REBEL (GB) (34) 0/P-0300 D
Br B g Kayf Tara - Special Choice (IRE)
10 11-5
Ben Smith (7) 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 Handicapper giving him further respite at least. TFRHHHII BHA109
7 FOUROFAKIND
(IRE)
(28) 6P2-260 D 5 11-3
Br B or Br g Make Believe - In The House (IRE)
Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O Mrs E. Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Mr Kahlil DeBurca & Nawara Stud Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulformontheFlatinIrelandanddualhurdleswinnerforHarryDerham,thesecondsuccesscominginaHerefordhandicapinFebruary Recent efforts have been at least respectable but was well held refitted in cheekpieces on debut for new yard at Cartmel last month. TFRHHIII BHA107
8 CRACKING DESTINY
(IRE) (27) 143-60U CD 11 11-1
Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Cracking Gale (IRE) David Noonan J
O Mrs Louise Whillans Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B B. D. Darrer Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
TIMEFORM VIEWBetterforreturnwhenrespectableseventhof13inhandicapchaseatUttoxeterinJunebutstrugglingfromcircuitoutthenunseatingrider 3 out at Stratford (17f, good) 3 weeks later. Returns to hurdling from a much lower mark but probably best watched at present. TFRHHIII BHA105
9 BISHOP HILL
(IRE) (44) 522-332 BF
Br Br m Malinas (GER) - Jigs’n Reels (IRE)
O Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club
5 11-1
Patrick Wadge (3) J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Frank Motherway Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Orion Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who got fully back on track when second of 12 in novice hurdle at this C&D (good to firm) just over 6 weeks ago Has finished out of the placings only once over hurdles and this switch to handicaps may well eke out that bit extra. TFRHHHHI BHA105
10KILBRAINY (IRE) (34) 2416-00
Br Br g Beat Hollow - Portryan Native (IRE)
8 11-1
Nick Scholfield 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 at Kelso (21f) last autumn but has disappointed in his 3 outings since. Can only be watched for the time being. TFRHHIII BHA105
11 TRAILBLAZER (GB) (26) 0223-10 C
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ballymore Celebre (IRE)
5 10-13
Joshua Thompson (7) J
O Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B Carmel Stud
TIMEFORM VIEWMaidenupto2monFlatwhoshowedthebenefitofarecentruninthatspherewhenwinningatthistrackinJuly,suitedbythelesstestingconditions. Presumably found the race coming too soon at Cartmel 8 days later, so fancied to be in the shake-up back here from 3lb higher TFRHHHHH BHA103
12
BEAU DELLA
(IRE) (41) 4-2223
Br B m Mount Nelson - Park Ella (IRE)
5 10-8
Danny McMenamin J
O Mr I. J. Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B C. O’Connell & R. Robinson Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWRunner-uptwicefrom3startsinbumpersandhasmadeapromisingstartoverhurdles,notquiteaswellplacedasthefrontpairwhen the sprint began when third at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to firm) just under 6 weeks ago One to consider now handicapping. TFRHHHHI BHA98
13 CARRAREA (IRE) (44) 5000-00
Br Ch g Notnowcato - Georgina Valleya (IRE)
O Miss H. M. McMahon
B George Mullins
7 10-8
Edward Austin (5) J
Hannah McMahon, Cousland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner for Emmet Mullins and again over hurdles at Market Rasen (2m) for Mark Walford early last season. Sold for £2,000 and yet to make an impact in 4 outings for this yard, so can only be watched. TFRHHIII BHA98
14
MALANGEN (IRE) (26) 441235 CD
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Lady’s Locket (IRE)
O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing
9 10-7
Peter Kavanagh (3) J
Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Miss Madeline Burns Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW4-timecoursewinnerwhoopenedhisaccountfortheseasonatHexham(16.2f)inJuneandhascontinuedingoodheartsince,makingabold bid from the front when third over C&D on penultimate start. Not quite so good last time, but he’s the type to bounce back quickly TFRHHHII BHA97
15 SWORD OF FATE (IRE) (28) 5-02631 CD
Br B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE)
11 10-2
Derek Fox J
O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T
B Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler
TIMEFORM VIEWVeteranwhousuallyracesoverfencesandwonoverC&D12monthsago Managedtostring2goodeffortstogetherforoncewhenscoring at Cartmel (17.3f, good to firm) 4 weeks ago and has a rare start over hurdles. Interesting despite being 6lb out of the weights. TFRHHHII BHA86
DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2023: BORN FAMOUS (IRE) 6 12 0 Harry Cobden EVENS (Iain Jardine) 9 ran Hood worn by No 9, 12. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 6, 10, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 11.
Stewards Note:
MALANGEN: Following its run on 22/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Cases can be made for a number of these, but preference is for TRAILBLAZER, who was a winner here last month and having presumably found the race coming too soon at Cartmel last time, Adam Nicol’s 5-y-o is fancied to regain the winning thread. Honneur d’Ajonc took a step back in the right direction for his new yard last month, so he heads up the dangers, with Beau Della and Invictus World rounding off the shortlist.
FIFTH RACE 6.05
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)
THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000
Leading course trainer (19-24): C Williams (6 wins from 14 runners, 43%) runs BALLYRASHANE & JONY MAX
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Davidson (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs MACAVITY Longest Traveller: ROBIN DE ROOST trained by T Gibney, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse age st-lb
1 BREAKING THE ICE (IRE) (26) 4PP-P25 CD 9 12-0
Br B g Frozen Power (IRE) - Specific (IRE)
O Bewley and Montgomerie
Edward Austin (5) J
George Bewley, Colby T
B Jas Linnane, J. Moore & B. Gardiner Lloyd Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Below form fifth of 9 in handicap chase (7/2) at Cartmel (21.2f, soft) 26 days ago Probably found latest outing coming too soon and ran well on penultimate start, so could bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 JONY MAX (IRE) (20) 4P0000 D 9 12-0
Br B g Mahler - Supreme Sunday (IRE)
O StQuintonMauleIntPlyw’dVordermanS-Daniel
Jonathan Burke J
Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B John and Miriam Murphy NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEW Continues to fall in the weights without showing any sign of taking advantage, again down the field at Uttoxeter last time Others make more appeal. TFRHIIII BHA100
3 SHADOWS IN THE SKY (IRE) (50) P54-155 D 8 11-11
Br Br g Arcadio (GER) - Ballinacraig (IRE)
O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood
B John & Jamie O’Brien
Danny McMenamin J
Chris Grant, Billingham T
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who opened his Rules account when accounting for 7 rivals at Hexham in May. Not in same form since, though, and has had a break now. TFRHHHII BHA97
4 LIGHTS ARE GREEN (IRE) (28) 2-P4441 D
Br B g Califet (FR) - Katjakem (IRE)
7 11-11
Jonathon Bewley J
O Holland and Bewley George Bewley, Colby T
B John Hennessy Lloyd Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, won 10-runner handicap chase at Cartmel (25.5f, good to firm) 28 days ago by neck from Breaking The Ice, all out. Rise makes life much tougher but he’s likely to give another good account under a positive ride TFRHHHII BHA97
5 TOUCAN SAM (GB) (48) 3-223P0
Br B g Frankel - Ridafa (IRE)
6 11-5
Alan Doyle (5) J
O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T
B Lady Bamford
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden chaser who appears to have lost his form after some solid placed efforts. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA91
6 MACAVITY (GB) (22) 51-2663 D
Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Brom Felinity (AUS)
O Sigsworth Partners
6 11-4
Harry Reed J
Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B Mr S. Chappell West Moor Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most reliable but is well treated and posted one of his better efforts when third at Uttoxeter last time Claims if he can back that up TFRHHHHI BHA90
7 ROBIN DE ROOST (IRE) (11) 0/0P-14P D
Br Br g Robin des Pres (FR) - Back To Roost (IRE)
14 10-13
Aileen O’Sullivan (7) J
O High Horse Syndicate T. Gibney, Ireland T
B John and Miriam Murphy
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in chase at Downpatrick in June 14/1, pulled up in handicap chase at Roscommon (21.7f, soft) 11 days ago Has a bit to prove but worth a market check.
TFRHHIII BHA85
8 PLAY BY THE RULES (IRE) (34) r0-4555 5 10-9
Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Teodolite (IRE)
O Molly and Paul Willis
David Noonan J
Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to fire over hurdles last term but stepped up on previous chasing efforts when fifth at Stratford last time and may yet have more to offer in this sphere. Not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA81
9 MISS WACHIT (IRE) (28) P45-044
Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Mitch (IRE)
O Claxby & Co
8 10-8
Brian Hughes J
Ruth Jefferson, Malton T
B Grange Stud Wine & Glass Company S
TIMEFORM VIEW She has put a couple of respectable efforts together recently, in cheekpieces when fourth at Market Rasen last time That headgear is left off now and it’s hard to know what mood she’ll turn up in. TFRHHHII BHA80
10JIMLI’S ISLAND (GB) (113) 34P0//40-
Br B g Trans Island - Queen of Diamonds (IRE)
O Girsonfield Racing Club
8 10-8
Nathan Moscrop J
Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B T. C. Dawson Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little encouragement in two starts on the back of a lengthy absence in Ireland and has it to prove on his first outing for a new yard after 113 days off TFRHHIII BHA80
11 BALLYRASHANE (IRE) (94) 04122-5 D BF
Br B g Milan - Musical Madam (IRE)
O Sue Howell
7 10-8
Nick Scholfield J
Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Lucy Norton & Norris Mount Stud NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner who left his chase debut form behind when successful at Fakenham (29.1f) in March. Good efforts next two starts and probably just had an off day at Ffos Las three months ago Can get back on track after a break and makes plenty of appeal. TFRHHHHH BHA80
12 MUROOR (GB) (63) 53P3P/-3
Br Ch g Nayef (USA) - Raaya (USA)
11 10-2
Patrick Wadge (3) J
O Mr H. Burns Hugh Burns, Alnwick T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent type who showed he retains some ability when third at Hexham on first outing for this stable a couple of months ago Wrong at the weights now, though, so will need to build on that. TFRHHHII BHA72
13
NO
PROMISES
(IRE) (40) 3/21P/-P6 D
Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Tamara Who (IRE)
O Miss S. Cameron
B Roger McGrath
10 10-2
Ben Poste J
Steph Cameron, Bratton T
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful once from 6 starts in points in 2022, but after a lengthy absence, he has shown little the last twice. Out of the weights for chasing debut. TFRHIIII BHA65
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2023: WASDELL DUNDALK (FR) 8 10 5 Danny McMenamin 13-2 (Lisa Harrison) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 5, 8, 10 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3. Stewards Note:
BALLYRASHANE: Following its run on 15/5/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Macavity (GB), Ballyrashane (IRE), 7-1 Lights Are Green (IRE), 8-1 Miss Wachit (IRE), 11-1 Breaking The Ice (IRE), Play By The Rules (IRE), 14-1 Shadows In The Sky (IRE), 16-1 Muroor (GB), 20-1 Jimli’s Island (GB), 22-1 Toucan Sam (GB), Robin de Roost (IRE), 50-1 Jony Max (IRE), 100-1 No Promises (IRE)
BALLYRASHANE wasn’t on his game at Ffos Las 3 months ago but he’s been freshened up since and it had been all positive on his three previous outings, so he’s fancied to get back to winning ways Macavity is a danger if in the same form as last time and Lights Are Green should give his running again.
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PLACES
SIXTH RACE 6.35
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE SCONE ESTATES STONE OF DESTINY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000
Longest Travellers: ANNIE AGNEW & CIRQUE ROYAL trained by G Quinn & KINBARA FIRSTDRAFT trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 ENTHUSED (IRE) (8) 011P-01 D
7 12-0
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Question Times Mr Alex Chadwick (5) J
O M B Clarke & Partners James Owen, Newmarket T
B Sweetmans Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived over hurdles last autumn and in a change of headgear, he cranked it up another notch when landing 10-runner handicap at Uttoxeter last month. Backed that up with a sound runner-up finish back on the level at Newmarket so he’s on the shortlist. TFRHHHII BHA122
2 CASTEL
GANDOLFO (IRE) (28) 406-031 D
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE)
7 12-0
Jonathan Burke J
O Mr Nic Brereton Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Yeomanstown Stud Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cemented superb record at Market Rasen when landing a valuable pot 4 weeks ago, all out to hold on. Raised 5lb but he’s clearly in excellent nick. TFRHHHHI BHA122
3 OSLO (GB) (20) 6251-B3
D BF
7 11-12
Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Intercontinental Liam Harrison J
O Mr Nic Brereton Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best to land a 9-runner handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (2m, good) in April. Didn’t get the chance to show what he could do off his revised mark at Bangor since (brought down third) but last month’s Uttoxeter third another sound performance. TFRHHHII BHA120
4 CHAOS CONTROL (IRE)
(28) 305-410
Br B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Va Pensiero (IRE)
O Oakman Racing Club
5 11-10
Charlie Hammond J
Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T
B Mr Declan Murphy Science Supplements, Oakman Group PLC S
TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulperformeronFlatwhonotchedsecondsuccessoverhurdles(bothatMarketRasen)inJune FundtheSummer Hurdle a bit much back at that venue last time but weighted to finish a little closer to Castle Gandolfo this time TFRHHHII BHA118
5 CUBAN CIGAR (GB) (8) 03342-3 D
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Semayyel (IRE)
6 11-7
Alan Doyle (5) J
O Mr Gerry McGladery & Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B The Semayyel Partnership 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 next 5 starts. Flat efforts this summer hardly brimming with promise but fitness is assured. TFRHHHII BHA115
6 KING’S CASTLE (IRE) (28) 43-1111 D
Br B g Camelot - Kikonga
O Mr Darren Langley
7 11-6
Bryan Carver J
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Kikonga Syndicate Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyusefulperformeratbestontheFlatwhoisgoingtherightwayoverhurdles,againtravellingpowerfullywhencompleting the 4-timer at Market Rasen a month ago Assessor reacted with 6lb rise bit he’s thriving and hard to know his limit. TFRHHHII BHA114
7 CIRQUE ROYAL (GB) (22) 153/04-0 CD
Br B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Botanique (IRE)
O Caherty Stables Racing Syndicate
B Godolphin
8 11-5
Mr N. McParlan (3) J
Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish raider who won maiden/novice hurdles over 2m in Britain in May 2022. Easy to back and caught the eye on return from a year off at Uttoxeter last month. Could come on plenty for that. TFRHHHHI BHA113
8 SCOTS POET (GB) (20) 101-404 CD
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Blue Nymph
O Distillery Racing Club
8 11-3
Brian Hughes 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 over C&D in April. Subsequent efforts suggest the assessor has his about right. TFRHHHII BHA111
9 KINBARA FIRSTDRAFT
(IRE) (69) 5/500-31 CD 5 11-3
Br Ch g Koropick (IRE) - Kimberely Bay (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O Jetmac Syndicate S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Mrs Patricia Croke
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when making a winning handicap debut over C&D in June, kept up to work. Raised 6lb but in good hands and further progress cannot be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA111
10WELL
PLANTED (FR)
(34) 265-430 CD 7 11-3
Br B g Planteur (IRE) - Next Dream (FR)
Derek Fox J
O Drew & Ailsa Russell R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mr Gerard Fontaine Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who didn’t really take to chasing at the first attempt here in May but more like it when third in over hurdles early last month. Rare poor effort at Perth 10 days later, though that was a rather messy race TFRHHIII BHA111
11 HERE COMES GEORGIE (GB) (105) F0216-P
6 11-2
Br B g Geordieland (FR) - Royale Performance Henry Brooke J
O Hold My Beer Syndicate Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd Aerocom UK Ltd, Lawless Civils S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who got off the mark in 10-runner novice at Carlisle (17f, soft) in December Disappointed when well beaten at Catterick the following month and made an inauspicious handicap/chase debut in May. Off since. TFRHHIII BHA110
12 ANNIE AGNEW (GB) (44) 21-2
4 10-11
Br B f Sir Percy - Famusa Mr Alex Harvey (5) J
O Caherty Stables Racing Syndicate Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T
B Kenneth Bruce
TIMEFORM VIEWConfirmed the promise of her hurdling debut when winning 8-runner juvenile hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f) quickening 2 out and just holding on. Excellent second on handicap debut last month, pulling well clear of the rest and she can improve again. TFRHHHHH BHA108
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: TOO FRIENDLY 5 12 0 Harry Cobden 2-1 (James Owen) 7 ran Visor worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 7, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 10 Stewards Note: HERE COMES GEORGIE: Following its run on 4/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Enthused (IRE), 6-1 Castel Gandolfo (IRE), King’s Castle (IRE), 15-2 Kinbara Firstdraft (IRE), Annie Agnew (GB), 8-1 Oslo (GB), 11-1 Cirque Royal (GB), 18-1 Cuban Cigar (GB), 22-1 Chaos Control (IRE), Scots Poet (GB), 33-1 Well Planted (FR), 66-1 Here Comes Georgie (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Gerald Stephen Quinn has a couple of very interesting contenders in ANNIE AGNEW and Cirque Royal. The latter caught the eye on return and has dropped to an attractive mark but the former boasts plenty of scope for improvement so is just preferred. Of the rest, Castle Gandolfo and the thriving King’s Castle have to command respect.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
RESULT
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SEVENTH RACE 7.05
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 207YDS) (4,700m)
THE FOLLOW @racingtv ON INSTAGRAM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 314 runners, 11%) runs DIAMOND STATE & STARLYTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (7 wins from 40 runners, 18%) runs PAMMI Longest Travellers: BAYONETTA trained by G Quinn & NOWINITTOWINIT trained by S R B Crawford, - both Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 WESTERN RUN (IRE) (34) 5645-04 D
Br B g Westerner - Stitch Pockets (IRE)
9 12-0
Ben Smith (7) J
O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Stephen Curran
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 27 runs since his last win in 2020 but he wasn’t discredited when fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at this course (20.2f, good) 34 days ago Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA105
2 NOWINITTOWINIT (IRE) (34) 15P-P44 CD
8 11-11
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 Inconsistent sort but she posted a good fourth of 8 in handicap chase at this course (23.8f, good, 11/1) 34 days ago Needs to back it up switched to hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA102
3 BAYONETTA (IRE) (44) 4230-54
Br B m Leading Light (IRE) - Me Julie
O Rodney Arthur
B J. Mangan
6 11-8
Mr Alex Harvey (5) J
Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick, fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this course (20.2f, good to firm) 44 days ago One to consider TFRHHHII BHA99
4 DEFENCE WITNESS (IRE) (26) 133-003
Br Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Colleen Dubh (IRE)
O Mr J. Fyffe
5 11-6
Danny McMenamin J
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who wasn’t disgraced when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (22f, soft) 26 days ago Handily weighted if at his best. TFRHHHII BHA97
5 DALILEO (IRE) (26) 44-123F CD
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE)
O THP Racing & D A Harrison Racing
9 11-5
Peter Kavanagh (3) J
Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Barronstown Stud Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in June 9/1, fell 8th in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (25.4f, soft) 26 days ago. Needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA96
6 JAKE
STEVENS
(IRE) (101) 55F24-0
Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Tessoneill (IRE)
O IScott, JScott, Jolley, Sowray & Neville
B Mr J. Nicholson
6 11-5
Henry Brooke J
Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
HR2DAY Ltd, MN Consultancy Ltd, Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who came in last of 16 in handicap hurdle (14/1) at Kelso (20.9f, good) 101 days ago Since had a wind op and needs it to spark a resurgence. Tongue strap also on for 1st time TFRHHIII BHA96
7
STARLYTE (IRE)
(26) 6-0532P
Br B m Sir Percy - Virevolle (FR)
7 11-5
Patrick Wadge (3) J
O Mr Allan A. Grant Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Ringfort Stud
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run and she was pulled up in handicap hurdle (11/2) at Cartmel (25.4f, soft) 26 days ago Has a bit to prove
8 DIAMOND STATE (FR) (34) 00-3U34
Br B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Wonderful Diamond (GER)
O Mr Gerry McGladery
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Cerdeval
TFRHHIII BHA96
8 11-5
Alan Doyle (5) J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since his last win in 2022 but he comes here on the back of a creditable fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle (12/1) at this C&D (good) 34 days ago Likely to go well again. TFRHHHII BHA96
9 PATEEN (IRE)
(26) 34-3104
12 11-1
Br B or Br g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Richards Claire (IRE) Joshua Thompson (7) J
O Hill House Racing Club Jessica Bedi, Yarm T
B John Joe Brady
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Cartmel in May but below form both runs since there this summer Others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA92
10BULLION BOSS (IRE)
(41) 3//06-621 D
Br B g War Command (USA) - Gold Bubbles (USA)
O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1
8 10-12
Conor Rabbitt (5) J
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Tullpark Ltd Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to firm) 41 days ago. Scored with a bit in hand there so can go well again despite a 6lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA89
11 SOLWAY MOLLY (GB)
(50) 126P-P2
Br B m Trans Island - Solway Sunset
9 10-12
William Maggs (5) J
O D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B D. A. Harrison Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when second of 9 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (22.1f, good, 20/1) 50 days ago, sticking to her task. Enters calculations. TFRHHHII BHA89
12 SHE’S A ROCCA (IRE)
(44) 6/01-PP0
Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Hannigan’s Lodger (IRE)
O Mrs I.C Sellars and Miss D.C Sellars
9 10-9
Brian Hughes J
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mrs M. Curran Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when seventh of 10 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good to firm) 44 days ago Considered off an easing mark. TFRHHHHI BHA86
13 PAMMI (GB) (44) 104-630 CD
Br B m Poet’s Voice - Bright Girl (IRE)
O Ayrshire Racing & Partner
9 10-9
Harry Reed J
Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Clive Dennett Kayfoam Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 6-time C&D winner but she came in only eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good to firm) 44 days ago Sort to bounce back though.
TFRHHHII BHA86
14 ITURGEON DU BREUIL (FR) (55) 60P3-26 6 10-6
Br Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Cavale Saint (FR)
Lorcan Murtagh J
O Hurst Farm Racing Barry Murtagh, Carlisle T
B Dr V. Denis Hubert & Mr Eric Helye
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who recorded a reditable sixth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Hexham (23.3f, good) 55 days ago, needing a stronger gallop Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA83
15 UNSPEAKABLE (IRE) (94) 06PP0-2 D
6 10-6
Br Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Croise Naofa (IRE) Nick Scholfield J
O Mr S. Chappell Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Jack O’Dwyer NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising return when second of 10 in handicap chase at Ffos Las (23.8f, good) 94 days ago Interesting back hurdling off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA83
16 WESTERN GLEN (IRE) (41) 0-040P6 5 10-5
Br B m Westerner - New Targets (IRE)
Nathan Moscrop J
O Mr John Coates Mr Richard Smith Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T
B Joseph Smiddy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging Market Rasen fourth in May but she’s been disappointing all three starts since. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA82
DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2023: THE LONGEST DAY (IRE) 7 10 1 Miss Roisin Leech 6-1 (Sophie Leech) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 13. Visor worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 8, 15. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 8, 12, 14. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 6. Stewards Note:
STARLYTE: Following its run on 22/7/2024 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Bullion Boss (IRE), 10-1 Solway Molly (GB), 11-1 She’s A Rocca (IRE), 12-1 Starlyte (IRE), Diamond State (FR), Unspeakable (IRE), 14-1 Bayonetta (IRE), Dalileo (IRE), 16-1 Western Run (IRE), Nowinittowinit (IRE), Pammi (GB), 25-1 Defence Witness (IRE), Pateen (IRE), 33-1 Iturgeon du Breuil (FR), 40-1 Jake Stevens (IRE), Western Glen (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
A case can be made for lots of these but Christian Williams’ UNSPEAKABLE shaped well when runner-up at Ffos Las on his return and can bounce back to winning ways reverted to hurdles off the same mark. Nicky Richards’ duo She’s A Rocca and Bullion Boss both bring solid credentials to the table and can chase home the selection in that order Handily-weighted Defence Witness completes the shortlist.
THE RESULT
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Leading course trainer (19-24): L Russell (35 wins from 314 runners, 11%) runs STARLIT WAVE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S R B Crawford (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs LARGY MASON
Longest Travellers: STROKED trained by G Quinn, MILVERTON trained by K Thornton & LARGY MASON trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 KING ROLY (GB) (23) 5-4
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Roll On Ruby (IRE)
O KIT and ROLY partnership
B John Bryan
5 11-2
Mr J. L. Gleeson (3) J
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner and built on his debut effort himself in this sphere (after 8 months off) when fourth in 12-runner bumper at Worcester (2m) 23 days ago, travelling as well as any. Respected with the likelihood of more to come TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 MILVERTON (GB) (-)
Br B g Outstrip - Princess Spirit
O Karl Thornton
B Ksenia Dyshaev-Jones & Nikolai Dyshaev
5 11-2
Mr Oran McGill (7) J
Karl Thornton, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW €9,000 3-y-o, Outstrip gelding. Dam, 1m winner, closely related to fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 2 1/4m) Arkaim. Worth noting if the market speaks in his favour on debut. Wears tonge strap. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 WEE ALKI (IRE) (-)
Br B g Alkaadhem - Springfield Spirit (IRE)
O Race4fun & The Nelson Partnership
5 11-2
Ben Smith (7) J
Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B W. G. R. Porter Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Alkaadhem gelding. Half-brother to a point winner Dam ran once over hurdles/once in bumper TFRHHIII BHA-
4 LARGY MASON (IRE) (-)
Br Br g Sandmason - Eileithyia (IRE)
O Mr Raymond Scullion
B Spencer Hawkins
4 10-13
Mr Stephen Connor (7) J
S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Sandmason gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to smart hurdler/very smart chaser (winner up to 3m) Black Hercules. Yard no stranger to success in this discipline and he’s very much one to note. Tongue tied for debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 SHADOWFAX OF ROHAN (IRE) (46) 42
4 10-13
Br Gr g Sholokhov (IRE) - Three Wood (IRE) Miss Becky Smith J
O K Jardine R Griffiths D Boyce W Duffus Micky Hammond Middleham T
B Kk Agri Ltd Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sholokhov gelding who displayed promise both starts for Nigel Twiston-Davies, second of 8 in bumper at Stratford (16.3f) 46 days ago, no match for winner but clear of rest Changed hands for £17,000 since and he looks up to making his mark with a tongue tie reached for. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 TRYSTING THORN (GB) (113) 0-
Br Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Flying Fashion (IRE)
O Mr Bill Hawkins Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey
TIMEFORM VIEWHillstar filly Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stays 25f) Pym. Looked badly in need of the experience when thirteenth of 14 in bumper at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) on NH debut 22 days ago, hanging badly right home turn. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 ELLIE
BLUE
(GB) (41) 0
Br B f Blue Bresil (FR) - Miss Nellie (IRE)
4 10-6
Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O Langdale Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Langdale Racing & Bloodstock Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEWBlue Bresil filly who didn’t go unsupported but raced freely early on and dropped away gradually when eighth of 9 in bumper (10/3) at MarketRasen(16.6f,goodtofirm)onNHdebut41daysago Ingoodhandshowever,andsurprisewhereshenotcapableofbetter TFRHHHII BHA-
9 GHIDORA (GB) (-)
4 10-6
Br B f Dragon Dancer - Floradorado Joshua Thompson (7) J
O Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B T. C. Dawson
TIMEFORM VIEWDragon Dancer filly Half-sister to modest chaser Boys of Wexford, stays 3m. Appeals as the type who will need time and distance and probably best watched unless betting suggests otherwise TFRHHIII BHA-
10STARLIT WAVE (IRE) (55) 0
Br Br f Affinisea (IRE) - Another Shot (IRE)
4 10-6
Conner McCann (7) J
O ValueRacingClub.co.uk Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Parkville Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €7,000 3-y-o, Affinisea filly Prominent in the betting but ultimately offered little when last of 9 in bumper at Hexham (16.2f, good) on NH debut 55 days ago This should reveal more. TFRHHIII BHA-
KING ROLY improved on his debut form after 8 months when finishing a respectable fourth in a Worcester bumper 23 days ago and with his rider able to take off a handy 3lb, he shades the vote to build on that effort now. Newcomer Largy Mason for the Crawford team needs considering as does Shadowfax of Rohan. Stroked is another newcomer to note with her yard boasting a strike rate of 6-13 in this discipline
THE RESULT
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First Race 3.55 - THE VISIT PERTH MUSEUM 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, August 12th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Perth Executive will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey and shall also award a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £30 - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 4.30 - THE VISIT PERTH MUSEUM 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, August 12th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Perth Executive will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey and shall also award a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £30 - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 5.05 - THE QUINNBET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 12th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after August 10th, 2024 for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). QuinnBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present momentos to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £40. - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 5.35 - THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING 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 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, August 12th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Penalties, after August 10th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Perth Executive shall present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the staff member in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 26 entries at £35. - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.05 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) 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 0-100 £50 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Penalties, after August 10th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Perth Executive shall present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries, at £50 - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 6.35 - THE SCONE ESTATES STONE OF DESTINY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372 for three yrs old and upwards. £80 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Penalties, after August 10th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 5lb Scone Estates have kindly sponsored this racing and shall present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey A £50 cash prize to the stable staff member in charge of the best turned out horse In addition, the Stone of Destiny trophy will be presented to the winning owner PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 17 entries, 5 at £16 and 12 at £80 - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 7.05 - THE FOLLOW @racingtv ON INSTAGRAM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) 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 0-105. Enter by noon, August 12th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Penalties, after August 10th, 2024 for each hurdle race won 7lb The Perth Executive shall present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 26 entries at £35. - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 7.35 - THE SCONE NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. 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, August 12th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30 The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this Race. Scone Estates shall present mementos to the winning owner trainer and jockey and £50 to the person in charge of the Best Turned Out horse 12 entries at £20 - Closed August 12th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
