The Perth Festival - Day Two Thursday 24th April 2025
Sure Touch, ridden by Sean Bowen, winning the 2024 Phil Nelson River Tay Handicap Steeple Chase
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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
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HORSE WELFARE
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NEW CLAIMING PROCEDURES
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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
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STABLE STAFF LIAISON
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Please contact Matthew on racedays in the Raceday Office or telephone 07521 517495.
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FIRST RACE 1.55
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE NAIRNS OATCAKES
MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ™ Total prize fund £8000
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (34 wins from 318 runners, 11%) runs VISUAL IMPACT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (14 wins from 79 runners, 18%) runs MAGIC MCCOLGAN
Longest Travellers: MAGIC MCCOLGAN trained by W P Mullins, MONGIBELLO trained by S R B Crawford, both Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner
B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse age st-lb
1 MAGIC MCCOLGAN (IRE) (42) 12-0210 D
6 11-7
Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Mucho Macabi (IRE) P. Townend J
O Mr K. Alexander W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Sweetmans Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who came good at the second time of asking over hurdles in Punchestown maiden over this trip in January Only mid-division in Dawn Run at Cheltenham Festival since but bold show likely with her sights lowered. TFRHHHHI BHA121
2 MONGIBELLO (GB) (32) 00-1252 CD 7 11-7
Br Gr m Authorized (IRE) - Driven Snow (FR) J. J. Slevin J
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Ashbrittle Stud The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who won a C&D novice last June Better form in defeat since, including last month’s 2m Limerick second. Sets the standard for the rest to aim at TFRHHHHH BHA128
3 ANNY MCPHEE (GB) (34) 0-0
6 11-0
Br B m Garswood - Granny McPhee Craig Nichol J
O Mr Alex Cook Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Mr Allan McNamee
TIMEFORM VIEW Last in bumpers nearly 2 years apart (trained by Katie Scott on debut). Big outsider now hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 BLAKELEY RISE (GB) (44) 456
5 11-0
Br Ch m Sixties Icon - Fellini Ross Chapman J
O Mr Derrick Mossop Chris Grant, Billingham T
B Mickley Stud & Derrick Mossop Jacksons Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers ahead of this switch to hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 LATE
NIGHT
DRAMA (GB) (39) P4334
6 11-0
Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Kate Hill Dancer (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Samantha Toomes
Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B Greenlands Farm Stud Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer, fourth last time (Mar 16). New stable has been among the winners but likely best watched unless the betting suggests otherwise TFRHHIII BHA-
6
MADAME BLUEBELLE (GB) (48) 40-454
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Definitely Better (IRE)
O P and F Racing
6 11-0
Danny McMenamin J
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper efforts not devoid of promise but well held in mares’ novice hurdles in recent months. Can only watch again.
7 VISUAL IMPACT (IRE) (76)
244-322
TFRHIIII BHA-
6 11-0
Br B m Westerner - Miss Mayberry (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O The Buzzard Syndicate
B Miss Deirdre Motherway
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when runner-up around 3m at Ayr (maiden) and Bangor (handicap) on her last 2 outings. Thereabouts on form but isn’t sure to benefit from this drop back in trip TFRHHHII BHA110
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Tongue Strap worn by No 6.
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Magic McColgan (IRE), 2-1 Mongibello (GB), 9-2 Visual Impact (IRE), 40-1 Late Night Drama (GB), 100-1 Blakeley Rise (GB), 150-1 Anny McPhee (GB), Madame Bluebelle (GB)
Last summer’s C&D scorer MONGIBELLO is narrowly preferred to fellow hurdle winner Magic McColgan, who should find this a good bit easier than the Dawn Run at Cheltenham.
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SECOND RACE 2.25
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE ASSURED PARTNERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (DIV I)
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) colours no horse
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (28 wins from 109 runners, 26%) runs KAPAL LAYAR & WOLFSPEAR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runs KAPAL LAYAR & WOLFSPEAR
Longest Traveller: LANGDALE LANE trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 KAPAL LAYAR (IRE) (61) P-34421
Br B g Milan - Shees A Dante (IRE)
6 12-0
Sean Bowen J
O John Nicholls Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Mr Sam Doyle Floplast Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive over hurdles, finishing second in a 2m handicap before looking suited by a step up in trip when getting off the mark in 19.5f Chepstow maiden in February Should have more to offer in handicaps over 2 1/2m+. TFRHHHHH BHA115
2 THANK YOU BLUE (GB) (19) 3FP113 D BF
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Potter
O Mr Alan Baxter
8 11-12
Lewis Stones (3) J
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B James & Jean Potter PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW SparkedbyareturntohurdlingwhenwinninghandicapsatSouthwell(20.5f)andKempton(2m)thisspring.Winningrunended but ran with credit again when third of 5 at Newcastle 19 days ago Another 4lb higher now but still respected. TFRHHHII BHA113
3 THE SAINTED CANARY (IRE) (49) 4-24512
6 11-12
Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Bonny Blackdoe (IRE) Lorcan Williams J
O James Barnard & Derek Coles
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Mrs Deirdre McGrath Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairbumperperformerwho struckat thesecondtimeofaskingover hurdlesin2mWincantonmaideninFebruary Improved on that form when second over 2 1/2m back there since. Unexposed handicap newcomer TFRHHHII BHA113
4 KING ROLY (GB) (20) 4114P0 C
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Roll On Ruby (IRE)
6 11-11
Shane Fenelon (5) J
O Kit And Roly Partnership Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B John Bryan Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course bumper winner who followed up on 23f Worcester hurdle debut in September Ran well under a penalty at Carlisle in October but has disappointed in a handicap and novice back from a break this spring. Bounce back needed in first-time tongue tie TFRHHIII BHA112
5 LANGDALE LANE (IRE) (696) 34012/5- D 8 11-11
Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Boarding Pass (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O P. M. J. McAlister S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Kenneth Parkhill
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 20.5f Ayr maiden in February 2023 but not seen since finishing fifth of 11 at Cartmel in May of that year Can only watch after such a long absence. TFRHHIII BHA112
6 WOLFSPEAR (IRE) (27) U-5PU43 CD
Br B g Fame And Glory - Espresso Lady (IRE)
O Olly Murphy Racing Club
9 11-9
Joshua Bryan J
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Exors of the Late John Harrington Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track when fourth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (19f, good to soft) in March and ran to a similar level when third in Wetherby seller since. Kapal Layar looks the more obvious of the yard’s pair TFRHHHII BHA110
7 KOUKEO (FR) (22) 2226P1
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Karikale (FR)
O Mrs E. J. Wills
5 11-8
Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Haras de Coudraies Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it third time lucky in handicaps when seeing off 4 rivals at Exeter (21.5f, good) 22 days ago, looking suited by a return to a sounder surface. Only raised 4lb and remains relatively unexposed. TFRHHHHI BHA109
8 EIRE STREET (IRE) (80) 0112-06 D
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Xian (IRE)
O Northern Lights Racing
8 11-7
Danny McMenamin J
Jackie Stephen, Melrose T
B M. Kavanagh Carden Livestock Co S
TIMEFORM VIEWMuchimprovedfornewyardatthebeginningof2024,easilywinningheavy-groundhandicapsatCarlisle(17f)andAyr(20.5f)inFebruary SecondatKelso lastspringshowshe’saseffectiveonasoundersurface.Belowparinonly2outingsthisseasonbutnoshockwerehetobouncebacktoform. TFRHHHII BHA108
9 FINDTHETIME (IRE) (27) 4PPP66 D
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE)
O Tor Side Racing
B Kenilworth House Stud
9 11-3
Ross Chapman J
Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
TIMEFORM VIEW Has completely lost his way over fences (reportedly bled when well held at Wetherby latest). Well treated if a return to hurdles sparks a revival so worth a second look in betting. TFRHHHII BHA104
10MAGNOLIA (FR) (57) 5-00653
Br B m Spider Flight (FR) - Ivresse du Berlais (FR)
O The Magnolia Partnership
B Ecurie Sagara
6 10-12
Joshua Thompson (7) J
Micky Hammond, Middleham T
Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser at best in France. Not disgraced in handicap hurdles for new yard this winter, dropping 9lb in the process. TFRHHIII BHA99
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: WHAT A JOHNNY (IRE) 6 11 6 Sean Bowen 9-4 (Olly Murphy) 11 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9
Stewards Note:
THE SAINTED CANARY: Following its run on 6/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
LANGDALE LANE: Following its run on 29/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed and lost a shoe
FINDTHETIME: Following its run on 28/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Kapal Layar (IRE), 9-2 Koukeo (FR), 11-2 Thank You Blue (GB), 6-1 The Sainted Canary (IRE), 12-1 King Roly (GB), 14-1 Wolfspear (IRE), 18-1 Eire Street (IRE), 20-1 Findthetime (IRE), 25-1 Langdale Lane (IRE), Magnolia (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
There should be more to come from KAPAL LAYAR on the back of his Chepstow maiden success and he’s preferred to recent Exeter handicap scorer Koukeo Thank You Blue arrives in good form and may prove best of the rest
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KAPAL LAYAR (IRE) 2.KOUKEO (FR) 3.THANK YOU BLUE
RESULT 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time
THIRD RACE 2.55
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE ASSURED
PARTNERS
HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (DIV II)
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 lowered 1lb
Longest Traveller: SAVANT DU MESNIL trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (34 wins from 318 runners, 11%) runs I WISH YOU Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runs HARA KIRI
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 GUA DU LARGE (FR) (72) 044P65
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Kayagua (FR)
9 11-12
Ben Smith (7) J
O West Loudoun Racing Club R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Pascal Noue
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at his best in Ireland for Henry de Bromhead but no impact in handicap chases for current yard and it remains to be seen whether a return to hurdles improves matters. TFRHHIII BHA114
2 HARA KIRI (FR) (144) 63//311-1
8 11-11
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Beauty du Bidou (FR) Sean Bowen J O Premier Plastering (UK) Limited Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Mr Fernand Sellier Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrivedfornewyard,returningfrom9monthsofftocompleteahat-trickin2mLeicesterhandicap(heavy)inDecember,beatingasubsequent winner A 4-month break isn’t a concern given how well he goes fresh and there could well be more improvement to come TFRHHHHI BHA113
3 I WISH YOU (FR) (59) 22-1436 5 11-10
Br Ch g Night Wish (GER) - Native Story (FR)
Patrick Wadge J
O Mr R. B. H. Young Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Philippe Rainteau & Sabine Lucchesi
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 17f Carlisle novice (soft) in October has struggled to land a telling blow in 3 handicaps since. Still relatively early days but others arrive with more pressing claims. TFRHHIII BHA112
4 AILT AN CHORRAIN (IRE) (52) P2-1621 C D
Br B g Mahler - Mazagee (FR)
O Patrick Neville Racing Syndicate
6 11-10
Lee Edwards J
Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Mr Dolty Boyle Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2m course maiden hurdle on Rules debut in August and stepped up a good deal on that form when adding to his tally in 2 1/2m Newcastle novice in February Bold show likely from what looks a workable opening handicap mark. TFRHHHHH BHA112
5 BARATABLET (IRE) (12) 2213 D BF
Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Perfect Woman (IRE)
O Mr J. Fyffe
5 11-8
Danny McMenamin J
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Leonard H. MacMahon JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up first 2 starts and cemented positive start when landing the odds in 8-runner maiden hurdle at Hexham (2 1/2m) last month. Creditable third on 3m Ayr handicap debut since. Surprise if he’s reached his limit after only 4 starts. TFRHHHHI BHA110
6 SINGAPORE TRIP (FR) (33) 15055P CD
Br B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR)
O Mr Andrew Phillips
7 11-5
Brian Hughes J
Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW French recruit who opened his account on British soil over C&D last May. Has found life tougher since but dangerous to dismiss back here off his reduced mark. TFRHHHII BHA107
7 SAVANT DU MESNIL (FR) (25) 0065
5
11-5
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sageville (FR) J. J. Slevin J
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
B Mme Henri Devin The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a bumper and 3 maiden hurdles in Ireland. An opening handicap mark of 107 looks very tough on the face of things but still worth monitoring in the betting for a respected Irish yard TFRHHIII BHA107
8 THE
JEWELLER’S
PET (IRE) (13) 0311P3 D 6 11-3
Br Ch g Libertarian - Westies Pet (IRE) Alan Doyle (3) J
O Mr Ronnie Lilley Ian Duncan, Coylton T
B Mr Michael Rafter
TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back
9 ARTIC MANN (GB) (93) 23-135P C
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Line Artic (FR)
O Alexander, Baxter & Jardine-Paterson
11 11-2
Bruce Lynn J
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Wood Farm Stud Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in a 3 1/4m course handicap last May. Creditable efforts in defeat later in 2024 and the type to bounce back from a rare below-par run at Ayr in January This trip possibly shorter than ideal for him these days, though. TFRHHIII BHA104
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 6, 7.
Stewards Note:
2024: (See Div 1)
ARTIC MANN: Following its run on 21/1/2025 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeart.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Hara Kiri (FR), 4-1 Ailt An Chorrain (IRE), 9-2 Baratablet (IRE), 13-2 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE), 11-1 I Wish You (FR), 12-1 Singapore Trip (FR), 16-1 Savant du Mesnil (FR), 25-1 Artic Mann (GB), 66-1 Gua du Large (FR)
AILT AN CHORRAIN looks on a fair opening handicap mark and might be able to bring to an end the winning run of Olly Murphy’s Hara Kiri. Baratablet and The Jeweller’s Pet are other likely types in a competitive second division of this 2 1/2m handicap
THE RESULT 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time
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FOURTH RACE 3.25
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)
THE ROYAL SCOTS DRAGOON GUARDS
CONDITIONAL
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £10000
JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
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
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (34 wins from 318 runners, 11%) runs LADY IN THE PARK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 64 runners, 11%) runs COURT AT SLIP Longest Traveller: SIBERIAN STAR trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 447 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
LADY IN THE PARK (IRE) (57) 4U5254 D
Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Emily’s Flyer (IRE)
O Mrs Jennifer Sword
7 12-0
Jack Power (6) J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B John & Mary Hayes Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Encouragement on chase debut but made errors on her next 2 outings over fences prior to a switch back to hurdling. Looked unsuited by a drop in trip at Wetherby last time but the application of headgear rates as a plus back over fences.
2 PITWOOD
ROAD
(GB) (48) P0042F D
TFRHHHII BHA108
7 11-11
Br B m Proconsul - Overyou Conor Rabbitt J
O Mr Derrick Mossop Chris Grant, Billingham T
B D. Mossop Jacksons Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW GoodsecondatSouthwell(20.4f,soft)onherfinaloutingforTerenceO’Brienandwasbeginningtolookheldinfourth whentakingafinal-fencefallatLeicesterlastmonth.Placeclaimsfromunchangedmarkifnonetheworse
3 COURT AT SLIP (IRE) (27) 2/413-P5 D 8 11-11
BHA105
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Fame (IRE) Tom Midgley J
O Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Leo Matheson Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle last season but hasn’t offered much in a pair of outings since returning from over a year off On a feasible mark but has something to prove
TFRHHHII BHA105
4 EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE (IRE) (147) 22205P D 9 11-9
Br Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Magie de Toulouse (FR)
O Yermanmilan Syndicate
Bruce Lynn (3) J
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr James Cummins & Ms Jacqueline Taylor Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up first 3 starts this season but well held since. Needs to have been freshed up by a 5-month absence to figure. TFRHHIII BHA103
5 TRAVAIL D’ORFEVRE (FR) (48) 2-3310P D 9 11-8
Br Gr g Martaline - Lady Needles (IRE)
O Bowen & Nicol
B E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki
Dominic Hislop (10) J
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the made most of a good opportunity when 4-runner handicap at Ayr in January Modest efforts both starts since, though, and likely needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHHII BHA102
6 GRIS GRIS TOP (FR) (72) 320/F/2-P
Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Tiptop Hugaux (FR)
O Mrs L. Maclennan
B Mr Andre Jean Quesny
9 11-8
Charlie Maggs (3) J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
TIMEFORM VIEW Very lightly raced for his age Off for a year prior to going close in a Uttoxeter maiden hurdle in December 2023, his first outing for Donald McCain. Pulled up after another year off last time and has a second crack at chasing in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA102
7
SIBERIAN STAR (GB)
(20) 163220 D
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Sierra (FR)
O Mr Mickey Bowen
B Dr B. Mayoh
10 11-8
Shane Fenelon J
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark for present yard in veterans’ company at Catterick (25.2f) in January and a couple of narrow defeats since, albeit not always convincing with this attitude Inadequate test at Wexford last time but he’s not out of this with more severe headgear applied. TFRHHHHH BHA102
8 WEARELONGTERM (IRE) (17) P020PP D 8 10-11
Br B g Milan - Fair Ina (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O Mr Dennis J. Coppola & Mrs Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T B Paramount Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise over hurdles when runner-up at Wetherby (24.1f) in January, but has failed to build on that, finishing last at Ayr on his next start prior to being pulled-up on his last 2 outings. Tongue tie now goes on. TFRHHIII BHA91
9 TANKING ALONG
(IRE) (52) 6P-34F5
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Myska (IRE)
O Mr Eamon McElligott
B Kenneth Parkhill
6 10-9
Dylan Johnston J
Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showedabilitybothstartsoverhurdlesthisseasonbutwasontheretreatwhencomingdownonhandicap/chasedebutatCatterick.Lookedtemperamental whenlastseenatNewcastleandisprobablybestwatchedforthetimebeing,forallthesuspicionremainshecouldoutperformthismark. TFRHHHII BHA89
10UPTOWN HARRY (IRE) (32) 0P5646 CD
Br B or Br g Morozov (USA) - Tudor Glyn (IRE)
O Fresh Start Partnership
11 10-9
Murray Dodd (3) J
Jane Walton, Otterburn T
B Ms M. Russell Dunns Houses S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner almost 4 years ago and turned in his best effort of the season when making the frame at Carlisle last month. Beaten further there since but he’s not fully discounted with visor back on. TFRHHHHI BHA89
11 MISTER BELLS (IRE) (27) 3-P35P4
Br B g Power - Keyaza (IRE)
11 10-7
Joshua Thompson (8) J
O Mr And Mrs Paul Chapman Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr Tom Treacy Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap chaser at best but hasn’t threatened to win a race this season despite plummeting in the weights. TFRHHIII BHA87
12 IDEAL DE ROMAY (FR) (42)
Br B g Coastal Path - Cardora (FR)
O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr
B Gerard Gordat & Olivier Gordat
2P5060 D
7 10-2
Alan Doyle J
Leonard Kerr, Irvine T
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner but only a modest maiden under Rules and faces a very stiff task from long way out of the weights. TFRHIIII BHA67
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 3, 11. Visor worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 7.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 8, 12.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Lady In The Park (IRE), Pitwood Road (GB), 13-2 Court At Slip (IRE), 15-2 Uptown Harry (IRE), 9-1 Siberian Star (GB), 10-1 Travail d’Orfevre (FR), 12-1 Gris Gris Top (FR), Wearelongterm (IRE), 18-1 Everyday Champagne (IRE), Tanking Along (IRE), 22-1 Mister Bells (IRE), 50-1 Ideal de Romay (FR)
Hard to be bullish about any of these but SIBERIAN STAR will benefit from the return to this sort of trip and may find more severe headgear aiding his application in the finish. Pitwood Road would be of interest if feeling no effects for her fall last time, with Uptown Harry also shortlisted in an open race
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FIFTH RACE 3.59
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(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) colours
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (34 wins from 318 runners, 11%) runs BOLD LIGHT & SERIOUS OPERATOR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 63 runners, 22%) runs HIDDEN HISTORY
Fancy That: N Richards won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs FLORIDA DREAMS today.
Longest Traveller: DELLA CASA LUNGA trained by C Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope, 394 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 DELLA CASA LUNGA (IRE) (89) 1-P6215
7 12-0
Br B m Champs Elysees - Longhouse Presents Richard Patrick J
O C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope T
B Kilbarry Farm Enterprises Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when finishing second behind Kateira in a Kempton Listed race before scoring readily (on back of a wind op) in a handicap there next time Underperformed in Grade 2 company at Doncaster last time but merits respect back in a handicap TFRHHHII BHA138
2 RAMBO T (IRE) (135) 001-215 CD
Br B g Ocovango - Biddy’s Boru (IRE)
8 11-9
Sean Bowen J
O Mpb Contractors Limited Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Gavin Dower
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race from a 3lb lower mark last season and made an encouraging start over fences in the autumn, making it second time lucky in a Warwick maiden. Let down by his jumping kept to chasing last time but not discounted returned to hurdling after a 4-month break. TFRHHHII BHA133
3 CHASING FIRE (GB)
Br B g Maxios - Kahara
(40) 421-0P0 C
8 11-7
Lewis Saunders (7) J
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof
Motaclan, Cedar Invest Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over fences at this meeting last season but hasn’t troubled the judge in 3 outings this time, including when reverted to hurdling last time Has work to do TFRHHIII BHA131
4 BOLD LIGHT
(IRE) (54) 313131 D
Br Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Turmoss (FR)
8 11-3
Alan Doyle (3) J
O Mr J Scott Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Mr R. Bryan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasenjoyedagoodseason,taking aKelsomaidenbeforemakingasuccessfulhandicapdebutat Musselburgh (19.8f)onNewYear’sDay, Back on the up when scoring again at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft) at the start of March and he’s of significant interest once more. TFRHHHHI BHA127
5
SERIOUS OPERATOR
(IRE) (20) 01510-0 D
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Idrather Not Say (IRE)
O The Operators
B Daniel O’Mahony
8 11-3
Patrick Wadge J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice last season and was handed a particularly difficult task on his return from almost a year off in a big-field Aintree handicap last time Market should guide as to what is expected this time TFRHHHII BHA127
6 FLORIDA DREAMS (IRE) (13) 155052
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - First Line (GER)
O Mr J. Fyffe
BF
7 11-0
Danny McMenamin J
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mrs Rita Moran JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Most reliable sort who acquitted himself with plenty of credit again when runner-up in a 10-runner handicap hurdle at Ayr (21.4f, good) 13 days ago Leading claims once more. TFRHHHHI BHA124
7 HIDDEN HISTORY (GB) (40) 1/31-021 D
7 10-12
Br B or Br g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bollin Judith Harry Skelton J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Hidden
B Richard & Caroline Mathias
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support to make a successful debut for the Skeltons (formerly with Chris Gordon) in a traditionally strong Uttoxeter handicap last month. Quicker ground is a bit of an unknown but he’s lightly raced and still looks ahead of the asssessor TFRHHHHH BHA122
8 FOUROFAKIND (IRE) (117) 011455 CD BF 6 10-6
Br B or Br g Make Believe - In The House (IRE)
Jamie Hamilton J
O Mrs G Jenkinson and Mrs B Butterworth Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Mr Kahlil DeBurca & Nawara Stud Ltd.
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner in the first half of the season but began to look in the handicapper’s grip during the autumn. Place claims returning from 4-month break, but others appeal as likelier winners.
TFRHHHII BHA116
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: RAMBO T (IRE) 7 12 0 Gavin Sheehan 3-1 (Olly Murphy) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 8.
Stewards Note:
DELLA CASA LUNGA: Following its run on 25/1/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. RAMBO T: Following its run on 10/12/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Hidden History (GB), 7-2 Florida Dreams (IRE), 5-1 Bold Light (IRE), 17-2 Della Casa Lunga (IRE), 10-1 Rambo T (IRE), Fourofakind (IRE), 16-1 Serious Operator (IRE), 18-1 Chasing Fire (GB)
HIDDEN HISTORY got the better of Aintree handicap winner Wellington Arch at Uttoxeter last time and a 7lb rise shouldn’t be enough to stop him from following up granted he copes with the quicker conditions. Florida Dreams rarely runs a poor race and should be in the mix once again, with the likeable novice Bold Light also shortlisted having gone up 4lb for his latest Kelso success
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SIXTH RACE 4.33
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 20YDS) (4,000m)
THE PHIL NELSON RIVER TAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for five yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £9938, 2nd £4968, 3rd £2485, 4th £1243, 5th £620, 6th £310 (Penalty Value £13007.50)
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (34 wins from 318 runners, 11%) runs WALK ON QUEST
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 63 runners, 22%) runs HELTENHAM
Longest Traveller: REXEM trained by J McConnell, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 TOMMY’S OSCAR (IRE) (12) 1-334U3
Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Glibin (IRE)
10 12-0
Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T
B Mrs E. Kelly Hamilton S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser who signed off last season with success in premier handicap at Ayr. Has made the frame all 4 completed starts this season, running respectably when third back at Ayr (16.5f, good to soft) 12 days ago, and he can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA149
2 DOCTOR KEN (FR) (150) 42/121/-2 D
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Kendoretta (FR)
9 11-0
Sean Bowen J
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Mme Laurence Gagneux Motaclan, Cedar Invest Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to fences in 2022/23, winning 2 of his 3 starts. After 21 months off, shaped promisingly when second at Kempton (20.5f, good to soft) on latest outing in November and he’s respected given his record fresh for last year’s winning trainer/jockey TFRHHHHI BHA135
3 HELTENHAM
(FR) (5) 0F-04P2 D
Br B g Masked Marvel - Souris Blanche (FR)
O Exors of the late Mr N. W. Lake
8 10-13
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mme Anne-Charlotte Andre et al The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back Newbury handicaps last March, including the Greatwood Gold Cup Best effort of the current campaign when runner-up at Newton Abbot (21f, heavy) 5 days ago, despite doing too much too soon, and he could be ready to resume winning ways. TFRHHHHH BHA134 (+2)
4 REXEM (IRE) (319) 24210-0 D
Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Jim’s Article (IRE)
8 10-11
Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mr D. Kierans John McConnell, Ireland T
B Pat Kinsella
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler and confirmed previous promise over fences when winning novices’ handicap at Ludlow (20.1f, good) in October 2023. Possibly needed the run after 7 months off when well held at Punchestown in June last year, but he’s been absent again since. TFRHHIII BHA132
5 STATUARIO (GB) (13) 054003 CD
10 10-6
Br B g Helmet (AUS) - Cat Hunter Brian Hughes J
O Mrs N. Unsworth
B Mr David Cohen
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Enhancedhiscourserecordwhenlandingbraceofhandicapsinitiallythisseason.GoodthirdinSummerPlatebeforesomemixeddisplays,though having had a break he possibly still needed the run when third of 4 at Haydock (23.6f, good) 13 days ago Cheekpieces back on. TFRHHIII BHA127
6 DUBAI DAYS (IRE) (5) 212-12U D
11 10-6
Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Comeragh Girl (IRE) Bruce Lynn J
O Alexander, McGarrity, Morris & Parker N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mrs Hannah Crowley Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd, Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWEndedlasttermintopformandhascontinuedingoodheartin3veterans’handicapsthisseason,makingawinningreturnatHaydock (19.9f, good to soft) in February Hampered when unseating at the same course 5 days ago, so he could be in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA127
7 WALK ON QUEST (IRE) (40) 21111P D
6 10-3
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aure Antique (FR) Patrick Wadge J
O The Crick Girls Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Herine Bloodstock Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved since switched to fences, completing a 4-timer in 5-runner handicap at Kelso (21.6f, good to soft) in March. Subsequent Uttoxeter run was too bad to be true and it’d be no great surprise to see him bounce back with a bold show. TFRHHHHI BHA124
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2024: SURE TOUCH 8 10 13 Sean Bowen 11-8 (Olly Murphy) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Stewards Note:
WALK ON QUEST: Following its run on 15/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its recent run.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Doctor Ken (FR), 7-2 Heltenham (FR), 11-2 Tommy’s Oscar (IRE), 6-1 Walk On Quest (IRE), 13-2 Dubai Days (IRE), 10-1 Statuario (GB), 14-1 Rexem (IRE)
After 8 weeks off, HELTENHAM shaped well under an attacking ride when second at Newton Abbot 5 days ago and he is taken to go one better from 2lb below his last winning mark. He can see off the challenge of Doctor Ken, who goes very well fresh and could still have more to offer as a chaser, while Walk On Quest is worth another chance given the promising start he made over fences.
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SEVENTH RACE 5.05
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE SCONE INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS
HANDICAP HURDLE
RACE
(CLASS 4)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (34 wins from 318 runners, 11%) runs CUBAN CIGAR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 63 runners, 22%) runs ROCK HOUSE
Weightwatcher: CUBAN CIGAR won off a handicap mark of 110, his rating is now down 7lb to 103.
Longest Traveller: CHAMPAGNE CHIC trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 494 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 CHAMPAGNE CHIC (IRE) (60)
614 5 12-0
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Chicago Vic (IRE) Lorcan Williams J
O The Bm Partnership Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Michael O’Donovan Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shiroccogeldingwhobuiltondebutpromisetoreadilyland7-runnernovicehurdleatWincanton(15.2f,heavy)24daysago Rantoobadlytobetrue when off the bridle a long way out at Fontwell subsequently Has been given a break but needs to bounce back on his return. TFRHHIII BHA119
2 HERE COMES GEORGIE (GB) (54) 101160 CD 7 12-0
Br B g Geordieland (FR) - Royale Performance Lee Edwards J
O Hold My Beer Syndicate Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd Lawless Civils S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has had a productive season, scoring twice here over hurdles prior to win at Wetherby and Ascot over fences. Shaped better than the bare result having racedclosetoastrongpaceintheMorebattlelasttime Hasbeengiventimetogetoverthatrunandcouldbealiveoutsiderbackdowninclass. TFRHHHII BHA119
3 ROCK HOUSE
(IRE) (35) 42-3303 D
7 11-13
Br B g Westerner - Rose of Dunamase (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Mr Michael Ariss Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Peter Tyrrell The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on debut in points and repeated the feat in bumpers/over hurdles during 2023. Below best in Morebattle Hurdle at the beginning of March but bounced straight backto formwhen third on chase debut later that month. Respected down in a 0-120 for the first time over hurdles. TFRHHHHH BHA118
4
BASHFUL
(GB) (26) 055112 D
Br B g Manduro (GER) - Inhibition
7 11-12
Charlie Maggs (5) J
O J Scott & G Gibson Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Kingsclere Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW LandedMusselburghhandicaphurdlepriortofollowingupfroman11lbhighermarkatKelso(16.2f,soft).Ranatleastaswellinbidforhat-trickwhenonly findingawellhandicappedonetoogoodatAyrinMarchbeforedisappointingonFlatlaterthatmonth.Solidclaimsbackoverhurdles. TFRHHHHI BHA117
5 KLITSCHKO
(GB) (35) 05-5441 D
7 11-11
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Arctic Actress Brian Hughes J
O Mrs L Hughes
B Mr A J Davenhill & Mrs A L Davenhill
Lucinda Hughes, Carlton-In-Cleveland T
TIMEFORM VIEW In and out performer in 4 runs for current yard though on a going day latest, delivering more off the bridle to score in a handicap for the first time (Sedgefield, 16.8f), always holding on. Remains to be seen if he can build on that. TFRHHHHI BHA116
6 HIGHLANDS LEGACY (GB) (46) F1-2253 D
Br B g Kayf Tara - Highland Retreat
O Mrs E. J. Wills
B Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd
6 11-10
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J
Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed himself still in good form when third in a 12-runner Warwick handicap (21f) last month, not quite seeing out the longer trip Drops markedly in distance but not discounted if getting a good pace to aim at TFRHHHHI BHA115
7 IMAGINARIUM (IRE)
(48)
Br B g Make Believe - Xinji (IRE)
1551P CD
6 11-10
Sean Bowen J
O John Nicholls Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Jerry Horan & Padraic Gahan
Floplast Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW UsefulIrishFlatperformeropenedhurdlesaccountoverC&Danddoubledhistallywhenseeingoff7rivalsin2mHuntingdonnovicehandicap in February Tame effort when pulled-up at Exeter 48 days ago Freshened up and no surprise to see him bounce back to form. TFRHHHII BHA115
8 MACK THE MAN (IRE) (34)
340P3P
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Nifty Nuala (IRE)
O Alexander Family
CD
11 11-6
Mr Kit Alexander (5) J
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr Mark Grace, Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW VeteranC&DwinnerwasthirdinthisracelastyearandtookastepbackintherightdirectionatAyronpenultimateouting. Failedtobackthatup when disappointing at Ayr 34 days ago Now only 1lb above his last winning mark and not dismissed if blinkers can spark a revival. TFRHHHII BHA111
9 EL JEFE (IRE) (48) 01-0006 D
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ros Mountain (IRE)
O Mr A. B. Hamilton
B Kilfeacle Stud & C Quirke
8 11-0
Alan Doyle (3) J
Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a fine 2023/24, gaining a fifth victory at Aintree in April. Now races from below that winning mark having endured a modest season, faring no better when well-held at Ayr last month. Leap of faith required. TFRHHIII BHA105
10SIMPLE STAR (IRE) (11) 22000/-1 CD
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Simple Elegance (USA)
O Mrs D. Monteith
B Sunderland Holding INC
7 11-0
Patrick Wadge J
Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortable C&D winner when last seen over hurdles andreturned to formon the Flat 11 daysago, beaten just over 2lengths in a 12.5f Musselburgh handicap, met trouble in running. That bodes well for his return to this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA105
11 WOLFBURG (IRE) (189) 0341-PP D
Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Presenting Melody (IRE)
O Orchard Mania McMillan
6 10-12
Ryan Mania J
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Joe Kenny Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed from his hurdling debut when landing a Catterick maiden hurdle in February 2024 However, he’s checked out tamely on two runs since (latest after 5 months off) back in October Something to prove now returning from another absence. TFRHHIII BHA103
12 CUBAN CIGAR (GB) (19) 404004 D
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Semayyel (IRE)
7 10-12
Conner McCann (7) J
O Mr Gerry McGladery & Russell Lucinda Russell Kinross T
B The Semayyel Partnership
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tricky to catch right but was second in this race from 11lb higher last year Hasn’t been in anything like that form this season and now retried in different headgear combination. Well-treated if on a going day. TFRHHHHI BHA103
13 VOCAL DUKE (IRE) (119)
063006 D
Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Heir Today (IRE)
O Jim Bracken & Keith Hadwin
9 10-4
Charlotte Jones J
James Moffatt, Cartmel T
B J. S. Bolger Bracken S Roofing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won since debut for this stable back in July 2022 but handicap mark has fallen significantly, and he has gone well fresh in the past. One to note in the betting on return.
14 MAPLE (GB) (34) 4U2243
Br B g Camelot - Spice Trail
O R Whitelock, L Clemitson & R Jefferson
B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
TFRHHHHI BHA95
4 10-3
Jamie Hamilton J
Ruth Jefferson, Malton T
Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW AdvancedhisformwhensecondatCatterickinJanuary FailedtorepeatthatatKelsonexttimebutbouncedstraightbackwhencreditablethird of 6 in a juvenile hurdle at Musselburgh (17.4f) last month. Should give a good account in receipt of useful 4-y-o weight allowance. TFRHHHII BHA102
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2024: SCOTS POET 8 11 4 Craig Nichol 12-1 (Ewan Whillans) 11 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4.
Stewards Note:
CHAMPAGNE CHIC: Following its run on 23/2/2025 it was reported that the horse never travelled. IMAGINARIUM: Following its run on 7/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Klitschko (GB), 7-1 Bashful (GB), Simple Star (IRE), 8-1 Imaginarium (IRE), 17-2 Highlands Legacy (GB), 12-1 Rock House (IRE), Cuban Cigar (GB), 14-1 Champagne Chic (IRE), Maple (GB), 25-1 Vocal Duke (IRE), 28-1 Mack The Man (IRE), 33-1 Here Comes Georgie (GB), Wolfburg (IRE), 66-1 El Jefe (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Down in a 0-120 for the first time over hurdles, ROCK HOUSE can record his first handicap success for title chasing Dan Skelton. Bashful has been thriving over hurdles this season and merits plenty of respect, while Highlands Legacy could be dangerous back down in distance having not quite seen out the longer trip last time Vocal Duke, Simple Star and Cuban Cigar all deserve an honourable mention in a very competitive handicap
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EIGHTH RACE 5.36
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE
EQUINE PRODUCTS BEST TURNED OUT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (34 wins from 318 runners, 11%) runs BLAZER TWO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (3 wins from 18 runners, 17%) runs GEMINI MAN
Longest Traveller: FAIRLY FULLING trained by J Walton, Otterburn, 228 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 GEMINI MAN (IRE) (34) P-23
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Keystone Gulch (USA)
7 12-0
Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Mr G. Gibson Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Lynch Bages Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW ModestmaidenontheFlatandwhoshowedupbetterthanmighthavebeenexpectedonhissecondstartoverhurdleswhensecondinaMusselburghmaiden inFebruary Notinsameformbacktherethefollowingmonth,though,anddoesn’tlookobviouslywelltreatedonthisswitchtohandicaps. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 HEART ABOVE (GB) (34)
312132 CD
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cool Baranca (GER)
7 11-12
Patrick Wadge J
O Margaret Coppola & Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Emma Sayer Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive handicap hurdler, winning twice in the autumn and running right up to his best when second in 12-runner event at Musselburgh (17.4f, good) last month. Seems sure to go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA98
3 TRAILBLAZER (GB) (13) 043431 CD
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ballymore Celebre (IRE)
6 11-12
Brian Hughes J
O Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B Carmel Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who took advantage of a tumbling mark in 5-runner handicap at Sedgefield (16.8f) 13 days ago, making all. That was a thin race, but he remains feasibly treated on old form. TFRHHHHI BHA98
4 BLAZER TWO
(GB) (69) 462 7 11-10
Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Tamara Moon (IRE)
O Mrs Bettine Evans
B Highclere Stud
Alan Doyle (3) J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicapper at best on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) who made more impact than previously over hurdles when second in 7-runner novice at Kelso in February Needs to prove that was no fluke now heading into handicap company. TFRHHHII BHA96
5 JUST DOTTIE (GB) (227) 05-1366 CD
Br B or Br m Al Kazeem - Blaise Chorus (IRE)
7 11-10
Ben Smith (7) J
O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Blaise Chorus Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW All the better for her reappearance when landing mares’ handicap over C&D for second successive year in May. Good third at Uttoxeter next time but below par last 2 starts. Needs to bounce back returning from 7 months off TFRHHHII BHA96
6 BELLE OF ANNANDALE
(IRE) (86) 344045 CD 6 11-9
Br Ch m Australia - Fountain of Honour (IRE)
O JAB
B W. M. Johnstone
Sean Bowen J
R. Mike Smith, Galston T
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who went backwards from her stable debut when last of 5 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft) 86 days ago Has had a breathing operation since and of some interest from a reduced mark reunited with Sean Bowen. TFRHHHHI BHA95
7
PARTY MOON
(GER) (129) 000//-0 9 11-6
Br Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Partygorl (GER)
Tom Midgley (3) J
O Mr Patrick Kehoe Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Gestut Gorlsdorf
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat in Germany (stays 9.5f) but just modest form at best in 4 runs over hurdles, finishing well held at Naas in December First run for yard after leaving Dermot Anthony McLoughlin. TFRHHHII BHA92
8 PLATIN MOON (FR) (54) 652 4 11-6
Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Alsusha (FR) Bruce Lynn J
O Douglas Miller, Coltman, Dunning, Turcan N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr R. Shaykhutdinov Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat who stepped up on his 2 previous runs over hurdles when second of 6 in juvenile (25/1) at Kelso (16.2f, good to soft) 54 days ago, no match for winner Still looked a handful there but looks to have got into handicaps on a fair-looking mark. TFRHHHII BHA100
9 SHADOWFAX OF ROHAN (IRE) (113) 424P05 5 11-2
Br Gr g Sholokhov (IRE) - Three Wood (IRE)
O K Jardine R Griffiths D Boyce W Duffus
Joshua Thompson (7) J
Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Kk Agri Ltd Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW In frame all 3 outings in bumpers but has offered little in maiden/novice hurdles and needs a big step forward from a stiff-looking mark on handicap debut.
10ONE STEP UP (FR) (134) 0-2P30P
TFRHHIII BHA88
7 11-0
Br B g Cockney Rebel (IRE) - Or des Joncs (FR) Ross Chapman J
O Tor Side Racing
B S.A.R.L European Bloodstock Management
Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted a respectable effort when third at Ayr in October but disappointing last 2 starts, including in first-time blinkers at Hexham latest Cheekpieces back on.
11 MONTEPLEX (GB) (52) 0P2/-000
Br B m Multiplex - Montelfolene (IRE)
O Mickley Stud & Derrick Mossop
B D. Mossop
TFRHHIII BHA86
8 11-0
Craig Nichol J
Brian Ellison, Malton T
Jacksons Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown little in varied events this season, including back in a tongue strap at Southwell on most recent outing. Has had a breathing operation since.
12 BRINDLEY (IRE) (16) 043
TFRHHIII BHA86
4 10-13
Br B g Calyx - Shanghai Rose Lee Edwards J
O MPS Racing & Partners
B Sir Robert Ogden
Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1m) for Jack Channon. Just minor promise so far over hurdles but may make more impact now switched to a low-grade handicap TFRHHHII BHA93
13 FAIRLY FULLING (IRE) (10) 04005P
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Lonely Sky (IRE)
7 10-12
Jamie Hamilton J
O Dere Street Jane Walton, Otterburn T
B W. Devereux Dunns Houses S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who ran modestly in a first-time tongue strap when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Hexham (20.1f, good, 28/1) 10 days ago TFRHHIII BHA84 (-3)
14
BURGUNDY MAN
(FR) (178) 055604
Br B g Manduro (GER) - Kapirovska (FR)
8 10-10
Nathan Moscrop J
O Miss P. A. Carnaby R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mme Elza Petit & Mme Hannah Petit Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who posted his best effort of the season in first-time cheekpieces when creditable fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (19.5f, good to soft) in October Off since. TFRHHHII BHA82
15 WE STILL BELIEVE (IRE) (30) P50225-
Br B or Br g Lawman (FR) - Curious Lashes (IRE)
O Mrs Janet Lowther
7 10-8
Danny McMenamin J
Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
B Sinead Bishop & Lawman Syndicate L.I.P Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to a visor when second at Musselburgh in January and backed it up with a solid showing at Catterick. Found good run coming to a halt at aforementioned track in February, though, and was also below form on most recent Flat start. TFRHHHII BHA80
16 BELLE NA BANN (IRE) (24)
Br B m Califet (FR) - Cut ‘n’ Run (IRE)
O Ms D Morley & Partner
B Mr E. A. P. Scouller
002050 D 9 10-4
Alice Stevens (3) J
Micky Hammond, Middleham T
Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track when second of 5 at Catterick on New Year’s Day, albeit no match for the progressive winner However, below form all 3 starts since. TFRHHIII BHA76
DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2024: SERIOUS EGO (GER) 11 12 0 Brian Hughes 11-2 (Nicky Richards) 13 ran Hood worn by No 8. Visor worn by No 15. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 7, 9, 11, 12, 16. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 10, 14. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 6, 11. Stewards Note:
MONTEPLEX: Following its run on 3/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung badly right-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Trailblazer (GB), 11-2 Heart Above (GB), 10-1 Platin Moon (FR), 14-1 Gemini Man (IRE), Belle of Annandale (IRE), 16-1 Blazer Two (GB), 18-1 Burgundy Man (FR), 20-1 Party Moon (GER), Brindley (IRE), 22-1 Just Dottie (GB), We Still Believe (IRE), 25-1 Belle Na Bann (IRE), 28-1 Shadowfax of Rohan (IRE), 33-1 One Step Up (FR), Fairly Fulling (IRE), 50-1 Monteplex (GB)
HEART ABOVE has progressed well this season, clocking some solid timefigures along the way, so he’s an appealing candidate Belle of Annandale is of some interest from her reduced mark reunited with Sean Bowen, while recent Sedgefield scorer Trailblazer remains feasibly treated on old form and is another to consider
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HEART
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Chief Steward
LOUISE MOORE
Stewards’ Panel Chair
FRANKI CLARK
Steward
ADRIAN SMITH
Assistant Steward
LAUREN THOMSON
Raceday Assistant
LYNDSAY GLYNN
Starters
RYAN COLLEY
RUSSELL GARRITTY
Handicapper
CHRIS NASH
Judge
FRASER PERRATT
Clerk of the Scales KARL CURRAN
RACEDAY TEAM
Owner and Director
Manager MATTHEW TAYLOR Director of Racing and Clerk of The Course
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
TRACEY HAMILTON
LINDA PORTER
JAMES BONAR
CYRIL JOHNSTONE
Veterinary Officer ARTHUR KIDD
Veterinary Surgeons ANDREW HUMPHRIES
EUGENIO CILLAN-GARCIA WILLIAM MARSHALL SUSIE ARMSTRONG
Medical Officers
DR SMITH DR JOHNSTON DR MCCOY
Nurse ARLENE
Commentator DARREN OWEN
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CONNAGHAN Director Of Operations DONALD GOW Head Groundsman KATY WEBSTER
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CONDITIONS
First Race 1.55 - THE NAIRNS OATCAKES MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than one hurdle race Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Nairns Oatcakes has kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer, jockey, In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 21 entries at £25. - Closed April 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.25 - THE ASSURED PARTNERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Assured Partners have generously sponsored this race and in addition shall present memento to the winning owner In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £25. - Closed April 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.55 - THE ASSURED PARTNERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Assured Partners have generously sponsored this race and in addition shall present memento to the winning owner In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £25. - Closed April 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights lowered 1lb SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.25 - THE ROYAL SCOTS DRAGOON GUARDS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase 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 April 21st, 2025, 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 The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards have generously sponsored this race and shall present a Challenge trophy plus memento and Pol Roger Champagne to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £28. - Closed April 18th, 2025. 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. A SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.59 - THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Royal Caledonian Hunt have kindly sponsored this race and shall 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 16 entries, 3 at £7 and 13 at £35. - Closed April 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.33 - THE PHIL NELSON RIVER TAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £65 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 6lb PHIL NELSON has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 22 entries, 3 at £13 and 19 at £65. - Closed April 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310 (Penalty Value £13007.50)
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.05 - THE SCONE INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Perth Executive has generously sponsored this race and shall present mementos to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 24 entries at £38. - Closed April 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 5.36 - THE EQUINE PRODUCTS BEST TURNED OUT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Equine Products has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning Owner In addition, a £50 prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 27 entries at £25. - Closed April 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
