HOW TO READ THE RACECARD
26 CORACH RAMBLER (IRE) (34)
Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Heart N Hope (IRE)
O The Ramblers
10-P544
7 11-0
Derek Fox J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B P. Hillis Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Leaped into favouritism for this with a second successive win in the Ultima
at the
late having quickened smartly to lead. 10lb well-in and Scottish yard won this with One For Arthur in 2017
1. Form
C = Has won at this course
D = Has won over this distance
CD = Has won over this distance at this course
BF = Was a beaten favourite
- = New racing season
/ = Missed racing season
P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race
F = Horse fell
U = Rider unseated
R = Horse refused to race
CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse
B = Horse was brought down
S = Horse slipped
r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race
d = Disqualified
Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races 2. BHA Rating
Timeform View & TFR Rating
Saddlecloth number
Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey
Horse’s name 7. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)
8. Birthplace of horse (outside GB) 9. Days since the horse last run
Horse’s age
Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)
Jockey 13. Horses Trainer & Their Location 14.
HANDICAPS
Once a horse’s ability has been assessed by the Official BHA Handicapper it is given an official rating This is an assessment that determines how much weight it shall carry compared to the other runners. In simple terms a horse rated 100 carries 2lbs less than a horse rated 102. A rating over 130 is well above average and the winner of the Cheltenham Gold Cup is normally rated over 160 Most handicap races have an upper rating limit to encourage runners of similar ability to take part and make a competitive race e.g 0-110, and a 28lb weight-range
HURDLE RACES
One Fit Padded Hurdle: The ‘One Fit’ design is a modified hurdle frame with a custom fitting close-cell foam pad replacing the traditional birch. The hurdle was developed with the objective of reducing both the faller rate and the risk of injury as the result of a fall. They are 3ft high and placed in the ground at an attractive angle to encourage horses to jump them fluently At Perth there are five flights of Hurdles on the course Eight are jumped in a two mile race, nine in a race over two miles and five furlongs and eleven in a race over three miles.
STEEPLE CHASE
Steeplechase fences are made from hardwood frames stuffed tightly with birch. When making a fence the birch is packed in at a height of approximately 6ft, then cut down to a maximum height of 4ft 6”. There are five ‘plain fences’ on the course at Perth and two ‘open ditches’. An Open Ditch is the same height as a plain fence but has a small ditch in front of the fence to make them a bigger test for the horse and rider
At Perth there are two open ditches on the course, the first fence in the straight and the first down the back straight. Perth is one of the last remaining racecourses to have a Water Jump, this is situated in front of the main Grandstand and is much smaller than the other fences, with a 6ft wide water jump behind a small birch fence. There are eight steeplechase fences on the course. Twelve are jumped in a race over two miles, fifteen over two miles and four furlongs and nineteen in races over three miles.
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race
HHHHI Good chance of being placed.
HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope
HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
WEIGHT FOR AGE RACES
These races are designed to provide a fair and competitive contest before a horse is allocated a weight, according to his ability, to run in a Handicap These races are therefore normally for young horses aged from 3 to 5-y-o. As a 5-y-o is deemed to be stronger than a 3-y-o he/she will be made a to carry a little more weight. Once a horse has won a weight for age race he/she will be asked to carry a ‘penalty’; this is normally an additional 7lbs. Once a horse has won or run three times in a Weight for Age race he can be assessed and given a weight in a Handicap Race.
Handicap
Cheltenham Festival, idling
Obvious chance if he doesn’t
back.
HHHHI
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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.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
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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.
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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
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STABLE STAFF LIAISON
At Perth, as at the other racecourses in Scotland, the enjoyment and welfare of stable staff is very important to us To help ensure that any ideas for improvements or any complaints can be addressed at a suitable time, Matthew Taylor
Please contact Matthew on racedays in the Raceday Office or telephone 07521 517495.
WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
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FIRST RACE 2.33
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE HARVEST OF HOPE PK FOODBANK NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3547, 2nd £1774, 3rd £887, 4th £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)
Leading course trainer (20-25): G Elliott (41 wins from 127 runners, 32%) runs ETERNAL ECHO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Sayer (3 wins from 5 runners, 60%) runs DIAMOND TRILOGY
Longest Traveller: ETERNAL ECHO trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 ETERNAL ECHO (IRE) (13) 1231- D
Br B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Expect Amazing (IRE)
4 11-5
Danny Gilligan J
O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Newtown Anner Stud Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who struck on 2m Cork hurdle debut in April. Back from a break with a promising third on Clonmel Flat debut 13 days ago and open to improvement back hurdling. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 BALLYNOE BOY (IRE)
(190) 23-
Br Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Ballerina Queen (IRE)
5 11-0
Danny McMenamin J
O Fine Claret Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Miss Marie Motherway Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a pair of good-ground bumpers last season and should have a future over jumps. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 DIAMOND
TRILOGY
(IRE) (32) 0-6
6 11-0
Br Br g Diamond Boy (FR) - For A While (IRE) Henry Brooke J
O Mr G. Critchley Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Denis Cusack Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of only a little ability in a bumper and novice hurdle 10 months apart. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 SPECTACULARSUNRISE
(GB) (152) 144- D
Br B g Passing Glance - Definitley Lovely
5 11-0
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Geoffrey Bruce Ltd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Nigel Twiston-Davies Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Imposing 5-y-o who belied odds of 20/1 when making a winning start to his career at Huntingdon (2m, soft) in February Creditable efforts under a penalty on next 2 starts and should be up to making his presence felt in a race like this now hurdling. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 STRUTH (IRE)
(16) 4
Br Ch g Australia - Portrait of A Lady (IRE)
5 11-0
Derek Fox J
O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Fargo Bloodstock Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairy useful middle-distance stayer on the Flat for Charlie Johnston but made an underwhelming start to his hurdle career when fourth of 8 in C&D novice (good) 16 days ago Needs to leave that well behind. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 THE HATCHET (IRE) (152) 240-
5 11-0
Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Kelloura (IRE) Jack Power (5) J
O Fishwick, Aim Equestrian Ltd & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Miss Annmarie Burke Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £105,000 purchase after finishing runner-up in his only Irish point. Promise in a couple of bumpers in the spring, although Spectacularsunrise finished ahead of him over C&D on the second occasion. TFRHHHII BHA-
7
TREE TOP TYSON
(IRE) (62) 2/0-66
5 11-0
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Who Let de Dogsout (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Tree Top Tyson Partnership Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Chis & Gobnait O’ Callaghan
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability tongue tied when sixth of 8 in maiden at Southwell (20.5f, good) on hurdle debut in June but finishing tamely when a remote sixth at Worcester in July Undergone wind surgery since. TFRHHIII BHA-
8
WALK ON SON
(IRE) (172) 000- 5 11-0
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Walkyrie (FR) Gregor Walkingshaw (10) J
O Mr John R. Adam Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Peter Kavanagh
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW In good hands but well held in 3 bumpers last season. Switches to hurdles after 6 months off One of 4 from the stable TFRHHIII BHA-
9 WANDERING EGO (IRE) (180)
F/321- D
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - All The Queens (IRE)
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley
B R. Cody
5 11-0
Sean Bowen J
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
Cedar Invest Limited, Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Held every chance when falling at the last in his sole Irish point and progressive in bumpers last season, scoring by 8 lengths at Wetherby on final start. Useful prospect. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10FRAN THE MAN (GB) (16) 300-6
Br B g Postponed (IRE) - Darrfonah (IRE)
O Miss H. M. McMahon
B Saeed Nasser Al Romaithi
4 10-12
Benjamin Macey (7) J
Hannah McMahon, Cousland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Third on bumper debut for Martin Dunne last October but ran poorly in 2 similar races the following month and remote sixth on recent C&D hurdle debut for new yard TFRHIIII BHA-
11 TIGRESS LILLY (GB) (39) 65
Br Ch f Postponed (IRE) - Cosmic Tigress
4 10-5
Alan Doyle (5) J
O Mr I. T. Buchanan Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Mr I. Buchanan & Mr G. McGladery
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in 2 bumpers this summer Likely outsider on hurdle debut.
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
TFRHHIII BHA-
2024: DEPLOY TO SPY 6 11 7 Sean Bowen 5-6 (Olly Murphy) 6 ran
Hood worn by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 7.
Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Eternal Echo (IRE), 11-4 Wandering Ego (IRE), 5-1 Spectacularsunrise (GB), 14-1 Struth (IRE), 16-1 Tree Top Tyson (IRE), 22-1 Ballynoe Boy (IRE), 28-1 Tigress Lilly (GB), 33-1 The Hatchet (IRE), 66-1 Walk On Son (IRE), 80-1 Diamond Trilogy (IRE), 250-1 Fran The Man (GB) PLAY SMARTER
ETERNAL ECHO should be spot on for this after a recent outing on the Flat and can make it 2-2 over hurdles. Bumper winners Wandering Ego and Spectacularsunrise can give him most to do in an interesting opener
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IFTHEYFALL, THEY
WE WON’T SHORT IFTHEY FALL
SECOND RACE 3.08
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 35YDS) (4,000m)
THE LORD MANSFIELD MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
(Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (13 wins from 135 runners, 10%) runs SUMMERGROUNDS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R M Smith (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs FOLLOW CHARLIE Longest Traveller: HOLESHOT trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 463 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 HOLESHOT (IRE) (171) 425115- 6 12-0
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Rowdy Exit (IRE)
Sean Bowen J
O The Pant Wilkin Partnership 003 Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Declan Lennon DragonBet, Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW All-the-way winner of handicap hurdles at Taunton (19f, soft) and Warwick (2m, good) last spring. Unable to dominate when fifth of 10 over 2 1/2m at Ffos Las final start. Still relatively unexposed and Sean Bowen rides. TFRHHHII BHA116
2 MOONBOW (FR) (39) 10-3131 CD
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Scheme of The Moon (FR)
5 12-0
Brian Hughes J
O Mr J Fyffe and Mrs W Duffus Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B S.C.E.A Ecurie Haras Des Marais
TIMEFORMVIEWLandedbumperatCattericklastwinterandingoodformoverhurdlesthissummer,winningHexhammaidenandC&Dhandicap (from Summergrounds) under Brian Hughes. Has a slightly awkward head carriage but going the right way TFRHHHHH BHA116
3 BEL AMIGO (FR) (132) 3P111-6 D
Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Belmiesque (FR)
O The Dregs Of Humanity
6 11-13
Bruce Lynn J
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr Jean - Charles Escale Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd, Thomson Bethune Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser/hurdler in France who really found his feet for current yard last spring, completing a Carlisle novice hurdle hat-trick at up to 19f However, winning run came to an end in 2m course handicap in May. Off 4 months. TFRHHHII BHA115
4 HARPER VALLEY (IRE) (30)
0-4300F
Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Queen of Cool (IRE)
O Mr E. A. Brook
D
8 11-13
Conor O’Farrell J
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mrs Claire Doyle Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in a 10-runner handicap at Musselburgh in February Has rarely threatened since is back on that winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA115
5
HAY MEADOW (IRE) (132) 0451U-4 C D
Br B m Wings of Eagles (FR) - Give Us A Look (IRE)
5 11-12
Conner McCann (7) J
O The Eagle Partnership Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B William Codd Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course bumper winner who took a step forward to open her hurdle account at Ayr in March. Ran well in a couple of C&D handicaps in the spring (joined for the lead when fell last first occasion). Retains potential back from a break. TFRHHHHI BHA114
6 FOUROFAKIND (IRE) (21) 1455-46 CD 6 11-11
Br B or Br g Make Believe - In The House (IRE) Sean Quinlan 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 Recent Flat efforts nothing to get excited about but the fact he won this race from an identical mark last year makes him a dangerous one to discount in a change of headgear (first-time visor for cheekpieces). TFRHHIII BHA113
7 I
WISH
YOU (FR) (153) 2/14364-
Br Ch g Night Wish (GER) - Native Story (FR)
5 11-10
Patrick Wadge J
O Mr R. B. H. Young Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Philippe Rainteau & Sabine Lucchesi
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 17f Carlisle novice (soft) on reappearance last season. Best effort in handicaps since when fourth of 9 over C&D (soft) in April. Evidently capable fresh and one of 2 likely types for the stable TFRHHHHI BHA112
8 SUMMERGROUNDS (GB) (39) 3211-52 D 9 11-6
Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Hannah Jacques (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1
B Nicky Richards
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
Ms Society Scotland, Borders Branch, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of wins around this trip in the spring and bettered those efforts when 1/2-length second of 11 to Moonbow over C&D (good to firm) 39 days ago, running on. TFRHHHHI BHA108
9
FOLLOW CHARLIE
(IRE) (133) 65332-1 CD
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lucyintheskywith (IRE)
6 11-2
Nathan Moscrop J
O Riverside Racing R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mr Oliver Broderick
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times in March/April prior to snapping a long losing run over C&D in May. Back from 4 months off with his yard among the winners. TFRHHHII BHA104
10LIZZIE
LUNA
(GB) (154) 0241PP- D
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Zarocco
5 11-1
Craig Nichol J
O John Elliot & Partners Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B Distillery Stud Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded when opening hurdles account in Musselburgh maiden (2 1/2m, good to soft) in February Without the hood when pulled up in handicaps at Kelso and over C&D in the spring. The hood returns now back from a break (has had wind surgery). TFRHHIII BHA103
11
WELL EDUCATED
(IRE) (32) 0-32565 D
9 11-1
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Collegeofknowledge Jonathon Bewley J
O Annett and Mandle George Bewley, Colby T
B Mrs Jennifer O’Neill Lloyd Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well handicapped on best form and step in the right direction when runner-up at Hexham (2 1/2m) in May. Better than his form figures suggest in 3 subsequent starts and no surprise were he to go well in refitted cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA103
12
COVENTRY
(IRE) (16) 260-046
8 10-5
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Moonstone Peter Kavanagh J
O Dally Jock Tony & DAH Racing
B Coolmore
Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable second at Carlisle last autumn but hasn’t reproduced that since, including over 3m here 16 days ago TFRHHIII BHA93
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2024: FOUROFAKIND (IRE) 5 11 5 Conor Rabbitt 5-2 (Lizzie Quinlan) 9 ran
Visor worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 9, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 10
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Moonbow (FR), 13-2 Summergrounds (GB), 8-1 I Wish You (FR), Follow Charlie (IRE), 9-1 Hay Meadow (IRE), 12-1 Holeshot (IRE), 14-1 Bel Amigo (FR), Harper Valley (IRE), 16-1 Well Educated (IRE), 20-1 Coventry (IRE), 22-1 Fourofakind (IRE), 25-1 Lizzie Luna (GB)
MOONBOW did what was required to fend off Summergrounds over C&D last month and might be able to defy the handicapper The Russell/Scudamore pair I Wish You and Hay Meadow are lightly raced enough to think they may have more to offer this season, while Well Educated is well handicapped if perked up by the refitting of cheekpieces.
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £105,354 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.
THIRD RACE 3.43
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 47YDS) (3,200m)
THE BET WITH THE DEWHURST RING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
(Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (41 wins from 141 runners, 29%) runs KARTON PLEIN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (5 wins from 44 runners, 11%) runs GEMINI MAN
Longest Traveller: WHISPERING HOPES trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 INNESTON (FR) (900) 331221//- 7 12-0
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Robbe (FR)
Miss Roisin Leech (7) J
O Mr John Griffin Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T
B J. Magnien, C. Magnien & B. Magnien W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW French bumper winner who showed fairly useful form over hurdles for Gary Moore in 2022-23, hitting the target twice. However, hasn’t been seen since and can only be watched returning for a new yard after such a lengthy absence. TFRHHHII BHA120
2 JOHNNY RINGO (GB) (187) 2134- D
Br B g Twilight Son - Florett (IRE)
4 11-8
Alan Doyle (5) J
O The Outlaws Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Bolton Grange Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulatupto11/4montheFlatandconfirmedhurdlingdebutpromisewithvictoryin8-runnerjuvenileatMusselburghonNewYear’s Day. Showed better form in defeat next 2 outings and further improvement possible this term after just 4 hurdle starts. TFRHHHHI BHA116
3 WHISPERING HOPES (IRE)
(35) 250-F23 BF
Br B m Estidhkaar (IRE) - Grandegrandegrande (IRE)
5 11-4
Danny Gilligan J
O Little Emperor Syndicate Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Ciara Eglington Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who ran respectably when third of 16 in maiden hurdle at Sligo (17.5f, good, 11/10) 35 days ago British mark demands plenty of improvement, however TFRHHHII BHA110
4 KARTON PLEIN
(FR) (233) 2/541- D
Br B g Karaktar (IRE) - Porta Romana (FR)
O Always Dreaming, Ever Hopeful
5 11-4
Sean Bowen J
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Philippe Thriet, Michel Larobe, Vincent Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Below expectations sole outing in bumpers but left hurdling debut form behind to win 10-runner maiden at Southwell (15.8f, soft, 13/8) in February, jumping fluently and making all. Switches to a handicap now after 7 months off and opening mark looks a fair one TFRHHHHH BHA110
5 ROSSBRIDGE
(IRE) (595) 5/2131/- D
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Rossbridge Lass (IRE)
6 11-0
Theo Gillard J
O Kay & Steve Kent Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Mr Patrick Murphy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner Shaped like a stayer sole outing in bumpers and made a successful hurdling debut in 8-runner novice at Ludlow in February 2024, jumping fluently. Subsequent absence is concerning, though. TFRHHIII BHA106
6
GEMINI MAN
(IRE) (28) 23P-021 D
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Keystone Gulch (USA)
7 10-6
Danny McMenamin J
O Mr G. Gibson Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Lynch Bages Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest on Flat and similar form over hurdles, opening his account in 7-runner handicap at Hexham (16.2f, good to firm) 28 days ago, suited by emphasis on speed. 5lb higher in a slightly stronger race here but is clearly well equipped if it develops into a dash for home TFRHHHII BHA98
7 GAME
MANAGEMENT
(GB) (65) 13-P D
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Belle Vale (IRE)
4 10-4
Sean Quinlan J
O Mrs C Clark, Ellerby, Pollitt & Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Placida Bloodstock Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Juvenile hurdle winner at Catterick back in November 2024 and, fit from the Flat, was probably unsuited by conditions contesting his first handicap in this sphere when pulled up at Cartmel (17.2f, heavy) in July TFRHHIII BHA98
8 PURE GOLD (GB) (16) 3-P4412 D
Br B m Golden Horn - Nathalie
O THP Racing & D A Harrison Racing
5 10-3
Peter Kavanagh J
Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Elmhurst Bloodstock Ltd Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not been with current yard long and off the mark in this sphere with a career best at Uttoxeter in July Ran at least as well in defeat over C&D 16 days ago and can give another good account kept to a higher grade than necessary TFRHHHHI BHA95
9 FIA FUINIDH (IRE) (177) 2555U0- D 8 10-2
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Western Garden (IRE) Henry Brooke J
O The Surf and Turf Partnership Martin Todhunter, Penrith T
B R. McCarthy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Came home last of 7 in handicap chase at Newcastle (20.1f, good) on final outing but returns from a break on a career-low mark back over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA92
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: BOWLING BUDDY (IRE) 6 11 4 Sean Bowen 11-4 (Olly Murphy) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Karton Plein (FR), 9-2 Gemini Man (IRE), 11-2 Johnny Ringo (GB), 6-1 Pure Gold (GB), 8-1 Whispering Hopes (IRE), 11-1 Inneston (FR), 16-1 Fia Fuinidh (IRE), 20-1 Rossbridge (IRE), 66-1 Game Management (GB) PLAY SMARTER
KARTON PLEIN impressed with some fluent jumping when making all in a Southwell maiden back in February and representing a trainer and jockey combination with an outstanding record at this track, he could well find the further improvement needed to defy his opening handicap mark. Pure Gold seems sure to remain competitive, while 4-y-o Johnny Ringo has unlikely shown all he can as a hurdler after just 4 starts in this code
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BF - Beaten Favourite. B - Brought Down. C - Course Winner D - Distance Winner F - Fell. P - Pulled Up R - Refused. S - Slipped Up U - Unseated. d - Disqualified. r - Ran Out.
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Today’s feature is, of course, the Jumpers To Follow-sponsored David Whitaker Handicap Chase and I am personally delighted to be up at Perth for both days of the Glorious Finale, a meeting which once signified the end of the year at Scone Palace but also hints that the core jumps season is just aroundthecorner.
Five horses will face the starter and they include 2023 winner Wasdell Dundalk, who flourished once moving to Lisa Harrison. Now a 10-year-old, he won three races in a row over today’s course-and-distance that summer and was a winner again here at the early September fixture in 2024, before finishing fourth in this race. A winner at Carlisle the following month, he is now 2lb below that last winning mark but failedtoshineherejust16daysago.
The weights are headed by Gordon Elliott’sMarsHarper,whodefiedoddsof 100/1 when finishing fourth (beaten less than 6 lengths by Jagwar) in the ‘Plate’ at Cheltenham. The nine-year-old has struggled to make an impact since but his three subsequent runs were in the Topham at Aintree and in valuable handicapsatPunchestownandGalway. He takes a drop in class and continues tofallbackdownthehandicap.
Elliott also saddles Yeats Star, last seen being carried out over hurdles at Galway, having earlier won one of his threechasestartstodate.Theyoungest runner in the field, he is open to any
amount of improvement and won at Listowelthistimelastyear.Aninteresting runnerandDannyGilliganrides.
Statuario is another 10-year-old and onewhorepresentsthestableofMickey Bowen. Since taking over the licence fromhisfatherPeter,thetrainer–ashis dad did – has enjoyed great success here at Perth, saddling three winners fromhissevenrunnersthisterm.
Winner of the Perth Gold Cup back in June, the son of Helmet is now just 1lb higher and will appreciate the drying ground.
Last of five in this race in 2024, he is a five-time winner here over fences, with three of those victories coming over this course-and-distance. With the stable continuing in fine form and the championjockeyinthesaddle,another bigruncouldbeonthecards.
The lightly-raced Whistle Stop Tour is another who is open to lots of improvement but does have plenty of ground to make up on Statuario from theirclashhereinApril.Heisalsoworse offattheweightswithWasdellDundalk when beating that rival at Ayr, so for all that he is probably the one to take fromtheraceinthelong-term,hecould improve for the run and will certainly improve once meeting softer ground laterintheyear.Blinkersareappliedfor thefirsttimetoday.
FOURTH RACE 4.15
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 180YDS) (4,700m)
THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW DAVID WHITAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630 (Penalty Value £13202.50)
Leading course trainer (20-25): G Elliott (41 wins from 127 runners, 32%) runs MARS HARPER and YEATS STAR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Bowen (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs STATUARIO Longest Travellers: YEATS STAR & MARS HARPER trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 MARS HARPER (GB) (54) 0440-00 9 12-0
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Kizzy May (IRE)
Benjamin Macey (7) J
O Pioneer Racing Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr Dermot Rogers Pioneer Racing, Bective Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Proving hard to catch right, highlighted by his losing run, but he did at least offer something to work on at Galway on his comeback run 8 weeks ago and was fourth off this mark in the Plate Handicap at the Cheltenham Festival in March. TFRHHHHI BHA136
2 YEATS STAR (IRE) (16) 1F-U53C BF 6 11-13
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Vics Star (IRE)
Danny Gilligan J
O Mr B. Mannion Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Bertie Mannion Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser who was in the process of running well when carried out by a loose horse at Galway 16 days ago Must be respected back in this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA135
3 WHISTLE STOP TOUR (IRE) (152) 3115P5- D 7 11-11
Br B g Saddex - For A While (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Mrs Jo Tracey,K Alexander, P&S Bryceland Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Denis Cusack
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Initially progressive over fences last season, supplementing his Kelso success in fine style at Ayr. Campaign fizzled out since but no surprise if he bounced back refreshed from a break and with headgear applied. TFRHHHHH BHA133
4 STATUARIO (GB) (67) 0032-10 CD 10 11-7
Br B g Helmet (AUS) - Cat Hunter
Sean Bowen J
O Mrs N. Unsworth Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Mr David Cohen Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW All 5 of his career wins over fences have come at Perth, including when justifying support over this trip in June Found Summer Plate at Market Rasen too competitive since and likely to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA129
5 WASDELL DUNDALK (FR) (16) 2-022P0 CD 10 10-9
Br Ch g Spirit One (FR) - Linda Queen (FR)
O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing
Danny McMenamin J
Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time C&D winner but shaped as if amiss at Uttoxeter in July and ran no sort of race back here subsequently Bit to prove now. TFRHHHII BHA117
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: HIDDEN DEPTHS (IRE) 9 10 10 James Bowen 9-2 (Neil Mulholland) 5 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Whistle Stop Tour (IRE), 3-1 Yeats Star (IRE), 10-3 Statuario (GB), 4-1 Mars Harper (GB), 12-1 Wasdell Dundalk (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
WHISTLE STOP TOUR ended last season with a whimper but he’d looked a smart prospect when winning at Ayr at the start of the year so he’s not one to be giving up on just yet with headgear applied for this comeback run. Statuario has an excellent record in small fields around here and is only 1lb higher for his C&D success in June
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FIFTH RACE 4.50
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 20YDS) (4,000m)
THE
THANK YOU TO KINNESTON OWNERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £9000
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (41 wins from 141 runners, 29%) runs PESCATORIUS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (3 wins from 14 runners, 21%) runs PESCATORIUS
Weightwatcher: HEAVEN SMART won off a handicap mark of 104, his rating is now down 16lb to 88.
Longest Travellers: BALLYWOOD trained by Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells, 371 miles.
PESCATORIUS trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 371 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb
1 EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE (IRE) (16) P-42P42 D 9 12-0
Br Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Magie de Toulouse (FR)
O YERMANMILAN SYNDICATE
Bruce Lynn J
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr James Cummins & Ms Jacqueline Taylor Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since his last win in 2023 and he posted a good second of 8 in handicap chase here (23.8f, good) 16 days ago, clear of rest Ought to be thereabouts.
2 BALLYWOOD (FR)
(192) 642434-
Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Miss Hollywood (FR)
TFRHHHII BHA97
11 11-8
Tabitha Worsley (3) J
O Ms G. Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells T
B S.A.R.L. Ecurie Lafeu NDS Equine Nutrition, Drill Service (Horley) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran is on a long losing run and he came in only fourth of 6 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (17.2f, good) 6 months ago Others appeal more. TFRHHIII BHA91
3 HEAVEN SMART (FR) (83) 6P4PP-4
8 11-5
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Barbarella Smart (FR) Brian Hughes J
O Mr Greenfingers Syndicate L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T
B Ecurie Smart Elevage Chevaux De Courses Postpack Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended time with Gary & Josh Moore out of sorts. Visored and not totally disgraced for his new yard when fourth of 11 in handicap chase at Perth (23.8f, good to soft) 83 days ago Since had a wind op so he’s no forlorn hope TFRHHIII BHA88
4 REFLECTION OF YOU (GB) (132) 63505-3
6 11-4
Br B m Jack Hobbs - Gold Reef Alan Doyle (5) J
O Mr Gerry McGladery Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr A. King Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/course bumper winner came in a promising third of 8 in handicap chase over C&D (good to soft) on her debut over fences 132 days ago, fading after late errors. Big shout with more to come TFRHHHHH BHA87
5 PESCATORIUS (IRE) (26) 2U5-453 BF
6 10-10
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Lisdaleen (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Deva Racing GZ Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Stephen Campion Deva Racing Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Winning chaser for Harriet Dickin. Best effort for new yard when third of 7 in handicap chase (13/8) at Fontwell (21.6f, good) 26 days ago, left with too much to do Blinkers on 1st time Likely player. TFRHHHHI BHA79
6 ZUUL (GB) (8) 45-0403
7 10-7
Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Sharp Dresser (USA) Nathan Moscrop J
O Diamond Racing & Howdale Bloodstock Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Howdale Bloodstock Ltd Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 runs. Encouraging third of 9 in handicap chase (12/1) at Uttoxeter (20f, good) on his debut over fences 8 days ago though so very much one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA76 (-1)
7 JACKHAMMER (IRE) (30) 0605-FP
C
11 10-2
Br B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Ask Annie (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Mr A. Slack Anna Slack, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B F. Dunne Messrs G.A.Slack S
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 18 runs since his last win in 2022 and he was pulled up in handicap chase at Cartmel (17.3f, good) 30 days ago Hard to warm to TFRHHIII BHA69
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: INDIAN LOUIS (IRE) 6 12 0 Derek Fox 5-1 (Lucinda Russell) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 5. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3. Stewards Note:
BALLYWOOD: Following its run on 16/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Pescatorius (IRE), 7-2 Reflection of You (GB), 4-1 Everyday Champagne (IRE), 17-2 Zuul (GB), 10-1 Heaven Smart (FR), 12-1 Ballywood (FR), 28-1 Jackhammer (IRE)
REFLECTION OF YOU shaped well when third over C&D on her chasing bow and can build on it here after a break to add to her earlier point and bumper victories. Pescatorius took a step forward for Olly Murphy when third at Fontwell and is next on the list ahead of Zuul and Everyday Champagne TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REFLECTION OF YOU 2.PESCATORIUS (IRE) 3.ZUUL
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SIXTH RACE 5.25
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 207YDS) (4,700m)
THE MRS C IS 60 NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
for novice three 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) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
Leading course trainer (20-25): R M Smith (12 wins from 167 runners, 7%) runs AMDOINMEBEST and BURGUNDY MAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R M Smith (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs AMDOINMEBEST and BURGUNDY MAN
Longest Traveller: STILETTO trained by Mrs S Leech, Westbury-on-Severn, 406 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 STILETTO (GB) (9) F-01541
7 12-0 (in 7lb ex)
Br B g Frankel - High Heeled (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Mrs Michelle Anne Crook Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T
B Mr J. Wigan & Mr G. Strawbridge W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEWBetteredanythingthathe’spreviouslyachievedbackupintripatWorcester(23f,soft)lastweek,landingan8-runnerhandicapwithplenty seemingly left in the tank. This is tougher, but should nevertheless make a bold bid to follow up under a penalty TFRHHHII
2 SHOW NO FEAR (IRE) (54) 5P/P1-P5
5 11-12
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Euphrasia (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Rebecca Menzies Racing Partnerships Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Sonessa Bloodstock Ltd Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a drop in the weights when landing a 19.3f Carlisle novices’ handicap hurdle in April. However, pulled up lame at Kelso the following month and, similarly, he has followed his Flat success in June with a series of low-key efforts, serving as a reminder that he’s none too consistent. TFRHHIII BHA92
3 ANAMANDA (FR) (155)
423F32- 6 11-11
Br Gr m Reliable Man - Anyana Bruce Lynn J
O Turcan Stewart Borwick Robertson N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B A. Moroney Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time Flat winner and, though 0-12 over hurdles, she has made the frame on each of her last 6 completed starts in this sphere. Did nothing wrong when going close at Kelso (21f, good to soft) when last seen in April and she will be a serious player if fully tuned-up for this. TFRHHHII BHA91
4 BURGUNDY MAN
(FR)
(16) 0-22233
Br B g Manduro (GER) - Kapirovska (FR)
8 11-8
Richie McLernon J
O Miss P. A. Carnaby R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mme Elza Petit & Mme Hannah Petit
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden following 19 hurdles starts, but will surely put that right before long having produced solid efforts in defeat on each of his last 5 starts. Usually front-runs, but proved that he doesn’t need to lead when third over 20.2f here last time and merits respect in first-time blinkers. TFRHHHHI BHA88
5 LADY MENDOZA (IRE)
(32) 4P-4605 D
Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Glen’s Gift (IRE)
O Coral Racing Club
8 11-5
Brian Hughes J
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Patrick Murphy Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Performed with credit following 6 months off when fourth in a 10-runner handicap at Cartmel in May, but has followed that with a string of lesser efforts and she’s now 0-17 under Rules. TFRHHIII BHA85
6 SOMEBODYCOMEGETHER (GB) (11) 643
Br Gr m Outstrip - Absent Amy (IRE)
O Hill House Racing Club
B Mr Nigel Hardy
5 11-2
Aaron Anderson (5) J
Jessica Bedi, Yarm T
TIMEFORM VIEW Eight-race maiden on the Flat, but she has put in decent shifts in that sphere the last twice and is one to note now moving up in trip for her handicap debut over hurdles with first-time cheekpieces enlisted. TFRHHHII BHA82
7 OUT ON HER OWN (GB) (32) 31-4655 D 5 11-1
Br B m Order of St George (IRE) - Presentabeau
O Mr G. Critchley
Henry Brooke J
Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Mrs S. Horne Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who shaped quite well when fourth of 17 in Aintree bumper for John Dawson in April. Minimal impact in 3 runs at up to 20.6f in novice hurdles, but improvement could be in the offing now faced with a stiffer test on this handicap bow. TFRHHIII BHA81
8 AMDOINMEBEST (IRE) (39) 00-0060
5 10-13
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Fane Princess (IRE) Craig Nichol J
O Mr R. Gibson R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B N. Coburn
TIMEFORM VIEW No show in handful of runs between the flags and it’s been a similar story under Rules so far. TFRHIIII BHA79
9 MYFAVOURITESISTER (IRE) (16) P55-20U 6 10-11
Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Credit Box (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O My Favourite Sister Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Mrs B. Keane Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWRanmuchbetterthanonhandicapdebutwhensecondina6-runnerhandicapatSouthwell(24.2f,good)inJune Probablywould’ve finished in the money again had she not unseated over this C&D recently and this 6-y-o is not without each-way hope TFRHHHII BHA77
10ZEEZEE (IRE) (28) 00-055
6 10-7
Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Sheestown (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Mr Semore Kurdi Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B Mr P. J. W. Byrne
TIMEFORMVIEWWellheldinbumperand3hurdlesforPaulineRobson,butthereweremoreencouragingsignswhenfifthof15onhandicap/yarddebutinafirst-timetongue strap at Hexham (2 1/2m, good to firm) back from a break last month. May do better still now moving up in trip and she’s one to consider TFRHHHHH BHA73
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2024: HAPPY INDEX 6 10 7 Sean Bowen 4-1 (Olly Murphy) 11 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 5, 6, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Stiletto (GB), 9-2 Burgundy Man (FR), 11-2 Anamanda (FR), 6-1 Zeezee (IRE), 10-1 Myfavouritesister (IRE), 12-1 Somebodycomegether (GB), 14-1 Out On Her Own (GB), 16-1 Lady Mendoza (IRE), 25-1 Show No Fear (IRE), 300-1 Amdoinmebest (IRE)
ZEEZEE was doing her best work at the finish when fifth starting out for this yard in a Hexham handicap last month and, with the promise of better to come now faced with a stiffer test, she could be the answer. A first career win surely won’t evade Burgundy Man for too much longer and he is second choice ahead of Anamanda and recent Worcester winner Stiletto. Handicap debutantes Somebodycomegether and Out On Her Own both need a second look, too.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ZEEZEE (IRE) 2.BURGUNDY MAN (FR) 3.ANAMANDA (FR)
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First Race 2.33 - THE HARVEST OF HOPE PK FOODBANK NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £19 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb The Perth Executive will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £19Closed September 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 3.08 - THE LORD MANSFIELD MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) 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). £19 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £14 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Penalties, after September 13th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Representatives of the Mansfield Family shall kindly present The Lord Mansfield Memorial Trophy and mementos to the winning Owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier 16 entries at £19 - Closed September 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.43 - THE BET WITH THE DEWHURST RING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £19 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £14 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Penalties, after September 13th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Dewhurst Ring have kindly sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Sea Pigeon Series qualifier 16 entries at £19 - Closed September 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 4.15 - THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW DAVID WHITAKER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757 for four yrs old and upwards. £50 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Penalties, after September 13th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and shall present a memento to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey and £50 to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse In addition The Whitaker family shall kindly present the David Whitaker Memorial Trophy to the winning Owner 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 12 entries, 6 at £10 and 6 at £50 - Closed September 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630 (Penalty Value £13202.50) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.50 - THE THANK YOU TO KINNESTON OWNERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £13 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Penalties, after September 13th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Perth Executive shall present mementos to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey, and £50 to the stable staff in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £13 - Closed September 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.25 - THE MRS C IS 60 NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £14 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after September 13th, 2025, 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 responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £14. - Closed September 18th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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