Plumpton Racecard - Monday 13th February

STRONG FLAVOURS CATERING RACEDAY

MONDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 2023

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WELCOME

Welcome to our Strong Flavours Catering Raceday.

For those of you who are unsure, Strong Flavours are our caterers and have been a for a good few years now. They’ve been excellent partners and alongside working closely with ourselves, they do hospitality at theatres, fine dining, event catering and a vast array of weddings – we’d be happy to recommend them very highly and hope Nick, Graham, Leo and all their guests have a fantastic day with us today.

Speaking of fantastic, I think that is an appropriate word to describe one of our team members in Tommy Churchyard who is departing after today and heading off for pastures new. He’s been a great credit to himself and grown into the role superbly. He’s a big loss to the team here, but we wish him every success both in his new role and future career.

And in a similar vein, I’d like to wish Craig Staddon every success in his role as Chief Executive here at Plumpton – he’ll undoubtedly be great and there is a quality team behind him and so I’m sure that things are only likely to improve! Officially I don’t leave until February 27th, but we’ve been working together for a couple of weeks now and so this will be my last official “Welcome” before handing over the reins. I’d like to say a huge thank you to all the staff, both Plumpton’s full-time staff and casual staff, our partners and the Board for all the support I’ve had throughout my tenure which has hopefully resulted in Plumpton being a good place to go for the last 5 years.

Swiftly moving onto today and what looks a pretty good card. Luckily we have been able to have the option of watering in the lead up to this fixture, but it is not something that we really want to be doing in any way at the beginning of February! There is plenty of moisture underneath and so it is just the top section of the surface drying out, so you have to be quite delicate in not over watering and be being quite strategic about it but Marcus and the team have, as ever, done a great job on this front maintaining predominantly Good ground, with some Good to Soft in places. Our feature is the £23k Novice Handicap Chase and it has a rating of 0-125. Of the 6 runners, 4 of the 6 are rated above 120 (in fact 3 are rated exactly 125!) and so for the grade, it is as good a race as you could hope for really. The question we all have to ponder is, which of them is ahead of their mark today?

It was also some high class stuff at Newbury on Saturday and whilst undoubtedly some trainers want to use it as a stepping stone to Cheltenham, it was a quality day of action on its own with over £376k in prize money. We were also nicely represented in the biggest race (Betfair Hurdle) as of the 17 runners, 4 had strong connections with Plumpton with Glory And Fortune, Highway One O Two and Aucunrisque having all won good races here, whilst Master Chewy was a game second to the exciting Hansard this season. So it was with absolute delight we saw Aucunrisque battle it out and take the victory for Chris Gordon and Nick Scholfield, but also for Julian Head who is such a great supporter of ours – I’d say I hope they enjoyed it but with those connections, we absolutely know they did! It just goes to show that you do see some real quality on our hallowed turf, we just don’t always know how good until the future comes!

And so to the future! Thank you for supporting me during my tenure and please support Craig during his – its been a pleasure and I hope you all have a fantastic day’s racing.

Best Wishes,

Dan

Dan Thompson Chief Executive

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Monday 13th February 2023

Stewards RICHARD WESTROPP (Chief Steward) ADAM BARKER (Stewards’ Panel Chair), SOPHIE CANDY, CHRIS HILL, KATE SMITH

Starters JAMES STENNING, Esq., SAM AVIS

Judge JANE GREEN

Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD

Veterinary Officer

Commentator

AMY HAWTHORN

JOHN HUNT

Raceday Announcer COLIN BROWN

Medical Officers

Dr LUCY FREE (SRMO), Dr RIZWAN GHANI, Dr GRAEME ROBERTSON

JMR Nurse JANE JACKSON

Physio SALLY DUFTY

Veterinary Surgeons

MATT WATERHOUSE (SVS), SIMON STAEMPFLI, ELLEN SINGER

Betting Ring Manager DUNCAN LILLYWHITE

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

Safeguarding Lead

Deputy Safeguarding Lead

SARAH COLLINS, CAROL LEGGETT, DARREN STONE

STEVE TOMLIN

DAN THOMPSON

Official Caterers STRONG FLAVOURS, 6 Southgate Parade, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6ER

Chief Executive DANIEL THOMPSON, Plumpton Racecourse Ltd, Plumpton, East Sussex, BN7 3AL. Tel: (01273) 890383

Clerk of the Course MARCUS WATERS, Esq., Plumpton Racecourse Ltd, Plumpton, 07399211919

MEET THE TEAM

Dan Thompson Chief Executive

Marcus Waters Clerk of the Course

Rebecca Warnett Operations Executive

Martyn Smith Company Accountant

Tommy Churchyard Marketing Executive

Jacqui Hill Sales Manager

Craig French Assistant Head Groundsperson

Lewis Emdond Groundsperson

Ross Craig Groundsperson

Mac Cornford Groundsperson

Steve Tomlin Raceday Health & Safety Manager

CUSTOMER INFORMATION

Horse Care at Plumpton

At every race meeting at Plumpton there are three specially qualified Equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action.

During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Paramedic team responsible for human casualties.

The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race.

Use of Screens

It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground. This does not reflect on the severity of any injury, but allows the vet some privacy, and the patient a calm environment in which to make a recovery.

Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erected around a fallen horse. All equine care at Plumpton is provided by:

Sussex Equine Hospital Billingshurst Rd, Ashington, West Sussex RH20 3BB

Unauthorised Bookmaking

It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Any individual contravening these rules will be evicted.

On-Course Bookmakers at Plumpton – Late Pay Service

If you need to claim winnings from an on-course bookmaker after a raceday, please send your ticket and covering letter to the following address:

Late Pay Department, AGT Ltd, 3a King’s Hall, St Ives Business Park, St Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY

Dogs

Dogs are only allowed in the Picnic Enclosure and must be on a lead at all times. Please do not leave dogs unattended in your car.

Photography

Use of cameras, video equipment, laptop and other computer equipment, mobile telephones and other telecommunications devices at Plumpton Racecourse is subject to terms and conditions – full details are available at the racecourse office. Racegoers may take photographs for personal use only – you are not permitted to make commercial use of any audio/visual coverage, still images or data relating to racing at the Racecourse.

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY IS DANGEROUS WHERE HORSES ARE INVOLVED, YOU ARE ASKED NOT TO USE FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ANYWHERE IN THE PADDOCK AREA AND PARTICULARLY NEAR THE WINNERS ENCLOSURE.

Photos taken at Plumpton Racecourse

Please be aware that we have an official photographer at Plumpton Racecourse and they are gathering pictures of racing, scenery and crowds throughout the day. Most pictures will be non-specific but it is possible that images of you will be captured. As we retain copyright of these pictures, we may use these for future marketing campaigns, both digital and in print. By purchasing a ticket to this event, it is assumed that you are aware this is a possibility. If this is something you don’t want to be included in, please do let us know at the racecourse office.

Radios, Mobile Telephones and Computer Equipment

The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones and computer equipment may not be used in or near any betting area, for off-course betting purposes. Further details are available from the racecourse office.

Abandonments

In the event of a fixture being abandoned, refunds on admission badges and tickets purchased will be paid in the following circumstances:

Abandonment before completion of the first race - full refund;

Abandonment before completion of the third race - 50% refund;

Abandonment thereafter - no refund.

In the event that a refund is due, refunds can not be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, please send your badge/ticket with full address details, within 28 days of the date of the race meeting to Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, East Sussex BN7 3AL.

Broken Glasses & Bottles

Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others, please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.

No Smoking

You are permitted to smoke in all outside areas, including the grandstands and balconies. Smoking is prohibited in any enclosed area. This policy includes electronic cigarettes or any other product deemed unacceptable.

BBQs

Please can BBQs be extinguished 15 minutes before the start of the first race.

General

The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or expel any person from, the racecourse, without assigning a reason for so doing, and does not accept any responsibility for loss or damage to persons or to their property.

Accessibility at Plumpton Racecourse

Plumpton Racecourse’s facilities provide an accessible environment for all our racegoers, including those with young children. We are happy to make alternative arrangements if necessary; if you have any queries or require assistance please phone 01273 890383, visit the Racecourse Office or ask any member of staff and we will be happy to assist you in any way we can.

Notices

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of Races have been added for the convenience of the public, but are subject to alteration.

All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the post.

horse’s saddlecloth number

sex of horse: c=colt, h=horse, g=gelding, f=filly, m=maredam

previous performances: C-course winner, D=distance winner, CD=course & distance winner, BF=beaten favourite

colour graphic horse’s name form sire dam No. of days since last ran

8

age weight st-lbs

NEWZEALANDER(GB)(195)5604P6- 5 11-2

Br B g Australia - Dalasyla (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T B Sir P Vela, Triermore Stud & New England TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to register a win over hurdles and was sold for only £2,000 from Fergal O’Brien’s yard in December. TFR BHA77

colour of horse: b=bay, br=brown, ch=chestnut, gr=grey

Official BHA Rating

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a suffi cient number of races to enable the Handicapper to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.The principle purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicap races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confi rmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefi xed by the letter h.

brighton mini-bus

Racegoers are advised that Plumpton Racecourse operates a return mini-bus service from Brighton Train Station on weekend and Bank Holiday racedays. The silver, Chariots mini-bus will depart from the designated Coach parking area at the rear of Brighton Station 1½ hours before the scheduled off time of the first race. The return service will depart from the racecourse rear public car park half an hour after the last race. As space is limited, and to avoid disappointment, we recommend that tickets are purchased in advance from our website. Return Fare: £10

train times

15.33

16.33

17.33

form guide

Official BHA rating

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

BETTING INFORMATION

A bet can make an already exciting race far more thrilling. Backing your selection with cash and watching your chosen horse win is a great feeling.

1. Pick your winner!

Many people select a horse based on its name or jockey colours or go to the parade ring and view the horses. Alternatively you may wish to follow a particular jockey or trainer, or a tipster in a newspaper. Others like to look at the horse’s previous races or ‘form’.

2. Where to place your bet

– In the betting ring, in front of the Grandstands, with a racecourse ‘bookie’. This is great fun as you can shop around for the bookmaker offering the biggest odds on your selection.

With the Tote at one of their designated betting points all around the racecourse.

– At the William Hill betting shop, which is identical to a high street betting shop.

3. Place your bet

Decide how much you want to stake, and what type of bet you would like to place. Then cheer your selection home! There are a few simple rules that you need to follow after placing your bet:

Please check your receipt. Mistakes cannot be rectified after the race is off

– Keep your bet receipt safe. You will need this to collect your winnings

Don’t throw away your ticket until the racecourse announcer says ‘Weighed In’. Even if your horse has not won, the result may be changed if there is a ‘Stewards enquiry’. If you have any queries about your bet, please speak to the bookmaker or the Betting Ring Manager.

PLACE TERMS

All Racecourses enforce standard each way terms, in line with Paragraph 2.7.11 of the Terms and Conditions of Entry – Special Conditions E. These terms state that where accepting each-way bets, bookmakers will ensure the terms shall be or shall be better, i.e. more favourable to the customer, than:

(a) for races with fewer than 3 runners – all to win;

(b) for races with 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds on place 1-2;

(c) for races with 5-7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds on place 1-2;

(d) for races with 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds on place 1-2-3;

(e) for handicap races with 12-15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds on place 1-2-3;

(f) for handicap races with 16-21 runners (inclusive) 1/5 odds on place 1-2-3-4; and

(g) for handicap races with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds on place 1-2-3-4,and shall comply with clause 2.7.2 regarding the prominent display of terms.

WHAT IS RULE 4?

Rule 4 is a betting industry-standard deduction that is made on a winning horse bet when there is a non-runner in a race, and you have taken a fi xed price.

If there is a non runner in the race, anyone who backs a non-runner will get their stakes refunded. The Rule 4 exists to make a deduction from your bet to take into account the impact on the betting market of the non runner.

The amount of the deduction varies depending on the price of the non-runner. The Rule 4 deduction is not applied to the stake, only to your winnings.

TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM

Top

Jump Trainers with Runners Today

Chris Gordon - will be hoping to add to his eight winners for the past month and has three chances today with Diamond Egg & Invictus De Brion (2.30pm) and Lord Baddesley (3.00pm)

Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today

Mr Freddie Gordon - has one ride here today with Invictus De Brion (2.30pm)

Top

Jump Trainers at Plumpton (This season) with Runners Today

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Jump Jockeys at Plumpton (This season) with Rides Today

LAST MEETING REVIEW

Hermino AA gave the Moore’s their first of three wins in the opener. Jamie Moore kept the favourite prominent and he took him to the front two out. He kicked clear from Goodwin Racing after they bypassed the hurdles in the straight and wasn’t for catching. Goodwin Racing kept on to take second but he was only ever playing for a place. Shaw’s Cross made it two from two for the punters in our second. Paul Henderson’s eleven-year-old had been knocking on the door this season and finally put it altogether under Nick Scholfield to win by a length.

Poncho looked to be idling a little when he hit the front but was always doing enough to win the race. It was only his second start over hurdles so will be entitled to come on for the run, he’s a promising looking five-year-old who will no doubt be aimed at better races in time for the Moore’s. Suzy Smith’s Tapley ran a valiant race from the front and the two pulled a long way clear of the remainder. The feature race of the day bought up the hattrick as Jerrash stayed on best of all up the run in to claim the prize. It was his first start since March but he seemed to show no rustiness and there may even be more to come from him this season. He still remains unexposed and looks every bit a stayer in the making.

Our penultimate race went to Tom Cannon and Toby Lawes. Sublime Heights and Art Of Illusion fought out a brilliant finish in the straight, with the long time leader looking like he was just doing enough under claimer Dylan Kitts however Tom Cannon was not going to be beat and all his hard work was rewarded with a win in the shadows of the post. Two miles and nine hurdles awaited the thirteen runners in the finale and the race went the way of Inferno Sacree for trainer Nigel Hawke. The five-year-old was free going under Tom but it seemed to do him no harm as he bolted up by 20 lengths under an enterprising ride.

Gary Moore stole the show with a treble, all ridden by son Jamie Moore

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

Nine of Jay Tidball’s 11 winners in the saddle have come for Alastair Ralph and the Shropshire handler provides the young conditional with another couple of excellent opportunities on Tap Tap Boom (3.00) and the rapidly improving Well Vicky (4.00).

Shot Boii is sure to prove popular after finishing fourth when on a four-timer at Ffos Las last month and the David Pipe inmate isn’t taken lightly. CROSSING THE BAR, however, appeared to be travelling well when brought down at Doncaster recently and if none the worse for that mishap, he could gain a first success of the season. Handicap debutant Dame Prestige makes most appeal of the remainder.

WIN: CROSSING THE BAR; DANGER: Shot Boii

HERITIER produced a solid performance on his return to chasing when third at Hereford and holds leading claims under useful conditional Toby Wynne, whose 5lb allowance could make all the difference. Dom Of Mary should have learned plenty from his first completed start over fences at Ludlow and is feared most, although C&D winners Fairway Freddy and En Coeur are others to note now that they drop in trip.

WIN: HERITIER; DANGER: Dom Of Mary

KLITSCHKO offered plenty of encouragement when second in a good race at Newbury on New Year’s Eve and in what looks a less competitive contest, Alan King’s five-year-old will take all the beating. Mardoof has posted creditable efforts in defeat at Wincanton and Uttoxeter and looks the main danger. Diamond Egg and Jack The Savage are the most interesting of the hurdling debutants and they can fight it out for the minor honours.

WIN: KLITSCHKO; DANGER: Mardoof

It wasn’t to be for Tap Tap Boom, who unseated his rider at Leicester in December when going in search of a hat-trick. A return to form isn’t out of the question granted a clean round of jumping, but it’s difficult to oppose the progressive GLOIRE D’ATHON, who beat a couple of subsequent winners at Sandown on his latest outing, and a 3lb rise for that victory could prove lenient. Sheldon might not be far away either.

WIN: GLOIRE D’ATHON; DANGER: Tap Tap Boom

Thirtyfourstitches was pulled up at Fakenham on New Year’s Day having repelled the challenge of Le Patron over C&D a couple of weeks earlier, and he might struggle to confirm that form on the revised terms. That said, a chance is taken on PRINCE IMPERIAL. The gelded son of Frankel achieved a peak rating of 96 when trained on the Flat, and his two runs over timber have offered encouragement of a future in this sphere. Kotmask is another to consider.

WIN: PRINCE IMPERIAL; DANGER: Le Patron

WELL VICKY shrugged off a quick turnaround when supplementing her Hereford success with a Bangor win on Friday and although she must saddle a double penalty, Alastair Ralph’s mare could still be ahead of the handicapper. Paddy’s Fancy looks fairly treated from an opening mark of 100, with Toby Wynne’s 5lb claim further aiding her chances. Citizen Jane hasn’t kicked on from a promising debut effort, but she must be of interest on her handicap bow.

WIN: WELL VICKY; DANGER: Paddy’s Fancy

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THE LWC SIGNATURE STAKES CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £10000

FIRST RACE 1.30

Race Stats

3m 217y

Leading course trainer (17-22): S Mullins (20 wins from 124 runners, 16%) runs DAME PRESTIGE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Pipe (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs SHOT BOII

Longest Traveller: SHOT BOII trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 165 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) no horse age st-lb

1

CROSSING THE BAR (IRE) (17) P1P-06U

6 12-2

Br B g Poet’s Voice - Ship’s Biscuit Sam Ewing J

O Salvo & Alex Giannini Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Philip Newton

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ffos Las for Philip Hobbs last season. Low-key start for current yard, though he was in the process of running better when unseating rider at Doncaster. This also represents a drop in class. TFR####! BHA112

2

SHOT BOII (IRE) (21) P4-1114

6 11-6

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Moncherie (IRE) Fergus Gillard (3) J

O Mr W. Frewen David Pipe, Wellington T

B Patrick Condron W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned an improved model, completing the hat-trick in determined fashion at Uttoxeter (23f, heavy)Could manage only fourth at Ffos Las 3 weeks ago but no surprise were he to regain the winning thread here. TFR##### BHA102

3

DAME PRESTIGE (FR) (42) 05-35P

Br Bl m Kapgarde (FR) - Prestige Girl (FR)

6 11-4

Daniel Sansom J

O S Mullins Racing Club Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Christophe Sorignet & Caroline Favier We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in a pair of Perth maiden hurdles in the summer for Gordon Elliott. Showed nothing on debut for new yard 3 weeks ago. Hood on upped markedly in trip for handicap debut. TFR###!! BHA100

4

BEAUFORT WEST (IRE) (32) 1-P325P

9 11-3

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Blessingindisguise (IRE) Caoilin Quinn J

O Mr Daniel Shaw Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Anthony Keane Jnr Global Herbs Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed a couple of times at this venue in the autumn but looks to have gone off the boil judged on latest 2 efforts. Quickly back down the weights. TFR###!! BHA99

5

EL HAGEB ROSE (FR) (69) 22/6//P-10 CD 9 10-12

Br B g Coastal Path - Ile Rose (FR)

Niall Houlihan J

O Homewoodgate Racing Club Paddy Butler, Lewes T

B S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a major upset starting out for Paddy Butler when landing 7-runner handicap over C&D in November. Possibly found the race coming too soon at Fontwell 3 weeks later but he’s not one to be making excuses for given overall profile.TFR##!!! BHA94

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2022: LANSPARK (IRE) 7 10 13 Mr Freddie Gingell 11-2 (Colin Tizzard) 11 ran

Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.

Stewards Note: CROSSING THE BAR: Following its run on 27/1/2023 it was reported that the horse was brought down by a faller.

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Shot Boii (IRE), 11-4 Crossing The Bar (IRE), 6-1 Beaufort West (IRE), 10-1 Dame Prestige (FR), 12-1 El Hageb Rose (FR)

SHOT BOII can boast an enviable strike rate for this sort of level and with this an easier race than Ffos Las 3 weeks ago, he’s fancied to add to his haul. Crossing The Bar was in the process of running his best race for new connections when unseating his rider at Doncaster and he’s feared most. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHOT BOII (IRE) 2.CROSSING THE BAR (IRE) 3.BEAUFORT WEST (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

THE ELLIS WINES 201 YEAR STAKES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302.

(Penalty Value £6337.20)

SECOND RACE 2.00

Leading course trainer (17-22): S Mullins (20 wins from 124 runners, 16%) runs EN COEUR

2m

214y

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (6 wins from 21 runners, 29%) runs HERITIER

Longest Traveller: PETERBOROUGH trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 280 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

FAIRWAY FREDDY (IRE) (68) 5-U1256 CD 10 12-0

Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Silent Supreme (IRE) James Davies J

O New Gold Dream Nick Gifford, Findon T

B Pat and Oliver McCarthy Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Stratford (20.9f) in October but has failed to fire in Wincanton and Leicester handicaps on his last two runs. However, now drops back down in grade so he’s capable of getting involved. TFR###!! BHA116

2

DOM OF MARY (FR) (38) 4214-F5 BF

7 11-12

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR) Caoilin Quinn (5) J

O Mr P. J. Cave David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T

B Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who was in process of making a promising chase debut when falling 2 out at Plumpton (19.7f) in November, looking set for second. Could yet do better with cheekpieces on for first time in this sphere. TFR####! BHA114

3

PETERBOROUGH (FR) (55)

3315P6

D 10 11-11

Br B g Fuisse (FR) - Peony Girl (FR) Adam Wedge J

O Norwester Racing Club & Partner Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Dr Jean-Pierre Colombu

TIMEFORM VIEW Regained the winning thread back over fences in 4-runner handicap at Worcester last summer, but hasn’t been in the same form in his 3 starts since. Others preferred. TFR##!!! BHA113

4

LE LIGERIEN (FR) (71) 3262-PP

Br B g Turgeon (USA) - Etoile de Loir (FR)

10 11-11

Brendan Powell J

O Mr D. R. Churches Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mr Gaetan Gilles Coral Racing Limited, Themes Incorporated Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account over fences at Chepstow in January last year. In-and-out form subsequently, one of better efforts despite mid-race mistakes when second of 5 at Newton Abbot on final outing. Off 10 months (had wind op) ahead of first run since leaving Philip Hobbs. TFR###!! BHA113

5

HERITIER (FR) (14) 341103 D

Br B g Fuisse (FR) - Toscane (FR)

6

6 11-10

Toby Wynne (5) J

O Gardiner and The Cool Runnings Team Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil Swansway S

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled tally over fences at Kelso in October before scoring again at Market Rasen the following month. Let down by jumping in hat-trick bid over hurdles at Catterick, but shaped as if back in form returned to chasing at Hereford last time. Major player. TFR##### BHA112

GREAT OCEAN (FR) (49) 2146-44

7 11-6

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Diamond of Diana (FR) Sam Ewing J

O Salvo & Alex Giannini Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B PA Ouvry & Ecurie Des Vives Terres

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who also scored over hurdles last term for Philip Hobbs. Shaped well on yard/chase debut when fourth in handicap at Worcester (2m4f) in October, but in tongue tie he went backwards from that effort next time. TFR###!! BHA108

7

EN COEUR (FR)(15) 422516 CD

Br B g Kap Rock (FR) - Fairyleap (FR)

9 10-5

Micheal Nolan J

O Woodford Valley Racing Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Mme Martine Bordat We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner who enhanced his fine record at this track when winning an 8-runner handicap here (19.7f) in January. Below-par effort at Fontwell later in the month, but he’s not taken lightly back at his favourite venue. TFR####! BHA93

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: EARLY DU LEMO (FR) 9 11 4 Joshua Moore 2-1 (Gary Moore) 4 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note:

GREAT OCEAN: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Having won back-to-back races in October/November, HERITIER shaped as if back in form when sticking to his task at Hereford a fortnight ago and he can build on that effort to resume winning ways. Dom of Mary could yet do better having only his third start over fences and is feared most, ahead of course specialist En Coeur.

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THE STRONG FLAVOURS CATERING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £9099

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3675, 2nd £1837, 3rd £919, 4th £460, 5th £229.

(Penalty Value £4805.18)

THIRD RACE 2.30

1m 7f 195y

Leading course trainer (17-22): C Gordon (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs DIAMOND EGG and INVICTUS DE BRION

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Gordon (8 wins from 18 runners, 44%) runs DIAMOND EGG and INVICTUS DE BRION

Longest Traveller: MARDOOF trained by M Hunt, Bridgwater, 158 miles.

Br Breeding

O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

no horse age st-lb

1

BROUGHTONS MISSION (GB) (11) 6 5 11-7

Br B g Coach House (IRE) - Broughtons Flight (IRE) Ben Poste J

O Ivan Titmuss & Penelope Anderson Clare Hobson, Royston T

B M. E. Broughton Clare Hobson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden handicapper on the Flat and offered little on recent hurdles debut. TFR#!!!! BHA-

2

COILROCK (IRE) (16) 66P-10

6 11-7

Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Merry Moet (IRE) Max Kendrick J

O D. J. Jeffreys D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T

B Desmond Ellard Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £15,000 half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Rocket Lad. Off mark in Irish points at fourth attempt last spring but it’s hard to draw any positives from his Rules debut effort in a Uttoxeter maiden hurdle. TFR#!!!! BHA-

3

DIAMOND EGG (FR) (284) 53-1 D

5 11-7

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Chamoss World (FR) Brendan Powell J

O Henrietta Knight Racing Syndicate Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B I. Garcon & J. P. Garcon & G. Garcon Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in bumpers at the third attempt when making all in 6-runner event at Huntingdon (15.8f, good) last May. That form doesn’t amount to much but he’s certainly bred for jumping and merits respect for a yard going great guns. TFR##### BHA-

4

DOYEN FOR MONEY (IRE)

Br B or Br g Doyen (IRE) - Mrs Jay Dee (IRE)

5

6

7

8

(15) 1-546

5 11-7

Aidan Coleman J

O Mr Howard Kingston Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Noel Dooly Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole start between the flags but yet to make an impact following 3 starts under Rules and is probably more one for handicaps later on. TFR##!!! BHA-

INVICTUS DE BRION (FR) (55) 2160 C

Br B g Vespone (IRE) - Assemblee A Brion (FR)

5 11-7

Mr Freddie Gordon (7) J

O Goodwin Racing Ltd Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B MR G. Chaignon & Mr J. P. Vallee Lambert Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Is from a good family and confirmed debut promise when landing 4-runner bumper here in September. However, has made a discouraging start to his hurdling career and Diamond Egg is presumably the stable No 1. TFR#!!!! BHA-

JACK

THE SAVAGE

(GB) (17) 13 D

6 11-7

Br B g Passing Glance - Catching Zeds Charlie Price (3) J

O M White J Frampton L Horsfall Laura Horsfall, Towcester T

B Harris & Ford Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a surprise when winning 8-runner Worcester bumper last summer. Not disgraced under a penalty next time but recent efforts on the Flat have lacked spark and opposable on this hurdles debut. TFR#!!!! BHA-

KLITSCHKO (GB) (44) 132 D

5 11-7

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Arctic Actress Tom Cannon J

O Mr John P. McManus Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Mr A J Davenhill & Mrs A L Davenhill Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a fine turn of foot when impressively winning a 2m Huntingdon bumper on debut/sole start last season. Turned over when odds on for hurdles bow there in November but stepped up on that when second at Newbury next time and he remains open to improvement. TFR####! BHA-

MARDOOF (IRE) (37) 033

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Yanabeeaa (USA)

5 11-7

Sean Houlihan J

O BARFORD PREMIER Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Teresa Davis Sporting Artist S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat who showed an aptitude for this game when mid-field at Exeter in November. Has built on that with creditable placed efforts at Uttoxeter and Wincanton since, and should make his presence felt once again. Sports a tongue strap for the first time in this sphere. TFR###!! BHA112

9

10

QEYAADY (GB) (14) 00

11

5 11-7

Br B g Muhaarar - Starflower Niall Houlihan (3) J

O Mr P. Wheatley Pat Phelan, Epsom T

B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd Ede’s (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at best on the Flat but has shown precious little in 2 starts since switched to hurdles. TFR#!!!! BHA-

TZUNAMI (GB) (755) 640/-

7 11-7

Br Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Kylenoe Fairy (IRE) Tom O’Brien J

O Mr Ed Hawkings Paul Henderson, Whitsbury T

B Bramdean Breeders Partnership Specialist Audio Company Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability on second of his 3 starts in bumpers during 2020/21 campaign but can only be watched starting out over hurdles following an absence of more than 2 years. TFR#!!!! BHA-

LADY SALVADOR (IRE) (-)

7 11-0

Br B m El Salvador (IRE) - Flora May Harry Reed J

O Mr Jonathan Richard Dean Burnside Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

B Shay Slevin

TIMEFORM VIEW El Salvador mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler Floramar. Dam fairly useful bumper winner. Doesn’t appeal as a probable first-time-out winner. TFR#!!!! BHA-

12

ZYRA’S LIONESS (GB) (14) 4640-P6

5 11-0

Br B m Sixties Icon - Follow The Faith Marc Goldstein J

O Mr Ricki Vaughan Sheena West, Lewes T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Hard to warm to judged on what she’s shown in 2 starts in this sphere. TFR#!!!! BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2022: MARK OF GOLD 5 11 7 Jamie Moore 1-6 (Gary Moore) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Klitschko (GB), 10-3 Mardoof (IRE), 13-2 Diamond Egg (FR), 22-1 Doyen For Money (IRE), 33-1 Jack The Savage (GB), 40-1 Invictus de Brion (FR), 66-1 Lady Salvador (IRE), 150-1 Tzunami (GB), 200-1 Coilrock (IRE), Zyra’s Lioness (GB), 250-1 Qeyaady (GB), 300-1 Broughtons Mission (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

With Chris Gordon’s string in terrific form, DIAMOND EGG is an appealing alternative to likely favourite Klitschko. The bumper he landed at Huntingdon wasn’t much of a race but he’s bred to make up into a better jumper and the drying ground is a plus. Klitschko was also successful in a bumper last May and is very much the one to beat judged on his effort at Newbury on New Year’s Eve. Mardoof has shown enough to suggest that he’ll pick up a race before long and he is best of the rest.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

1.DIAMOND EGG (FR)

2.KLITSCHKO

3.MARDOOF (IRE)

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HANDICAP

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £23000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £9290, 2nd £4644, 3rd £2323, 4th £1162, 5th £580. (Penalty Value £12146.30)

FOURTH RACE 3.00

2m 3f 164y

Leading course trainer (17-22): C Gordon (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs LORD BADDESLEY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Gordon (8 wins from 18 runners, 44%) runs LORD BADDESLEY

Longest Traveller: GLOIRE D’ATHON trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 266 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

TAP TAP BOOM (GB) (47) P05-11U C 9 12-0

Br Ro g Foxwedge (AUS) - Exclusive Approval (USA)

O Gentech,James,Franklin,Bickmore&Ralph

B London Thoroughbred Services Ltd

2

3

4

5

6

Jay Tidball (7) J

Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time Flat winner who scored twice over hurdles in France back in 2018. Failed to win over timber for current yard but landed brace of small-field handicaps over fences during the autumn. Unseated rider early in hat-trick bid in December. TFR####! BHA125

GLOIRE D’ATHON (FR) (73) 42-2111 D 7 12-0

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Aster d’Athon (FR)

Aidan Coleman J

O Mrs Jennifer Pitman Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T

B Mrs Marie-Josee Corbin Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Really found his feet for his new yard in recent months, producing another likeable front-running display when completing the hat-trick at Sandown in December. Given a short break but 3lb rise won’t prevent another very bold bid. TFR##### BHA125

LORD BADDESLEY (IRE) (49) 4F-2144 C 8 12-0

Br B or Br g Doyen (IRE) - Tropical Ocean (IRE)

Tom Cannon J

O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Edward Ryan Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on his encouraging reappearance second in the Silver Trophy at Chepstow when going one better in handicap hurdle here. Disappointed at Newbury next time and while he showed more than previously over fences when fourth at Kempton latest. TFR###!! BHA125

SHELDON (IRE) (14) 31FF14 BF

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

7 11-10

Micheal Nolan J

O Mrs Deborah Potter Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B E. Phelan We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive winner on first go over fences at Stratford (20.9f) in October. Let down by jumping next 2 starts but back on track when scoring at Exeter on New Year’s Day. Latest run suggests assessor may just about have him. TFR###!! BHA121

DREAMING BLUE (GB) (10) 135-353

Br B g Showcasing - Got To Dream

6 11-2

Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Mr R. W. Devlin Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Fittocks Stud Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who posted promising third of 8 in handicap at Kempton (20.5f, good to soft, 25/1) on debut over fences in November. Disappointing at Wincanton but quickly back on his game at Chepstow 10 days ago. One to consider. TFR####! BHA113

BARNAVIDDAUN (IRE) (47) UU53-3P D

10 11-2

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Lucy Murphy (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O Graham Clarkson & Andrew Smelt David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T

B Sean Murphy Fitzdares Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW A while since he’s properly finished a race off with any purpose. Hurdles spin in December will have blown away the cobwebs but he has a lot to prove at present. TFR##!!! BHA113

2022: CHINWAG 7 11 3 Sam Twiston-Davies 5-1 (Neil Mulholland) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Gloire d’Athon (FR), 9-2 Lord Baddesley (IRE), Dreaming Blue (GB), 5-1 Tap Tap Boom (GB), 11-2 Sheldon (IRE), 22-1 Barnaviddaun (IRE) PLAY

GLOIRE D’ATHON has developed into a really likeable front-running chaser and aged just 7, there could be more to come from Sarah Humphrey’s charge. He rates the most persuasive option, with Dreaming Blue and Tap Tap Boom a couple of potential threats.

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HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252.

(Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 4lb.

FIFTH RACE 3.30

2m 4f 114y

Leading course trainer (17-22): G L Moore (49 wins from 342 runners, 14%) runs KOTMASK and LE PATRON

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (11 wins from 50 runners, 22%) runs KOTMASK and LE PATRON

Longest Traveller: SPONTHUS trained by S Thomas, Cardiff, 184 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

LE PATRON (FR) (55) F53-122 BF

5 11-9

Br B g Balko (FR) - La Loute (FR) Caoilin Quinn (5) J

O Mrs E. Avery Gary Moore, Horsham T

B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Domaine de Baune et al K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in France for A. Boisbrunet and could barely have shaped any better when second to Thirtyfourstitches over C&D on UK debut 55 days ago, unable to sustain his effort after significant move. Looked comfortably ahead of his mark then. TFR##### BHA119

2

THIRTYFOURSTITCHES (IRE)(43) 11-PP1P CD

Br B g Fairly Ransom (USA) - Blue Berlais (IRE)

8 11-8

Charlie Hammond J

O Doom Bar Beach Club Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T

B Miss Jessica Finnegan Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5 times in a prolific campaign last season and also scored over C&D in December (from eye-catcher Le Patron). Pulled up on other 3 outings this term, though, and others are easier to have confidence in at present. TFR###!! BHA118

3

FULL OF LIGHT (IRE)(17) 1P1-P05 CD

Br Gr g Leading Light (IRE) - Scartara (FR)

7 11-7

Sean O’Briain (10) J

O Deva Racing (FOL) Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Daniel Furini

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice last season, including over C&D, but has offered little in a pair of outings over fences this term and will need to find his spark again back over hurdles. TFR###!! BHA117

4

KOTMASK (FR) (74) 1150-43

Br Ch g Masked Marvel - Kotkiline (FR)

5 11-4

Niall Houlihan (3) J

O Aura (Gas) Holdings Ltd Gary Moore, Horsham T

B S.C.P. Haras Des Coudraies K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back juvenile events at Fontwell and Huntingdon last term. Has hit the frame both starts this season and is likely to give another good account. TFR####! BHA114

5

SPONTHUS (FR)(49) 320/2/-20

Br B g Alianthus (GER) - Pavane du Kalon (FR)

8 11-4

Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Walters Plant Hire Ltd Sam Thomas, Cardiff T

B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Raoult Philippe

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on hurdles debut at Stratford in July 2020 and shaped well after more than 2 years off when filling the same position at Chepstow on return. Perhaps feeling the effects when down the field at Huntingdon last time, though opening mark still looks on stiff side. TFR###!! BHA114

6

PILBARA (GB) (69) P1PP-P5

8 11-3

Br B g Tiger Groom - Golden Benefit (IRE) Liam Harrison (3) J

O Graham Jones, John Logan & John Sennett Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T

B Mrs L. J. Jefford Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Step back in right direction when fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f, soft, 50/1) 69 days ago, travelling as well as any. Well treated on his best form in this sphere but has looked one with problems previously, which tempers enthusiasm. TFR###!! BHA113

7

PRINCE IMPERIAL (USA) (42) 23

Br B g Frankel - Proportional

6 11-2

Brendan Powell J

O Highclere T’Bred Racing-Prince Imperial Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T B Juddmonte Farms Inc

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat stayer has shown aptitude for hurdling, placed in 2m novice events here in December and January. Likely to be suited by the step up in trip and rates a leading player making the quick switch to handicaps. TFR####! BHA112

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

2022: NEON MOON (IRE) 6 11 5 Tom Scudamore 11-2 (David Pipe) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Prince Imperial (USA), 7-2 Le Patron (FR), 9-2 Kotmask (FR), 9-1 Sponthus (FR), 12-1 Full of Light (IRE), 16-1 Thirtyfourstitches (IRE), 22-1 Pilbara (GB)

A good race for the grade, which LE PATRON is fancied to take having looked a potentially useful recruit for the Gary Moore team on his UK debut here. Useful Flat performer Prince Imperial appeals as being on a workable mark now pitched into handicaps, whilst Kotmask is another who should be capable of making his presence felt.

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THE IEP FINANCIAL MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ¨ Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SIXTH RACE 4.00

1m 7f 195y

Leading course trainer (17-22): Seamus Mullins (20 wins from 124 runners, 16%) runs ALL ABOUT ME

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 56 runners, 12%) runs TEASING GEORGIA

Weightwatcher: CHECKITSME won off a handicap mark of 85, her rating is now down 12lb to 73.

Longest Traveller: PADDY’S FANCY trained by Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas, 236 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

WELL VICKY (IRE) (3) F-P0611

6 12-1(in 14lb ex)

Br B m Well Chosen - Vicante (IRE) Jay Tidball (7) J

O The Hawkins Partnership Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Michael Lane Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved switched to handicaps, winning in good style around 19.5f at Hereford and Bangor in recent days. Good chance of a hat-trick. TFR##### BHA80

2

EVENTFUL (GB) (35) 160-610 CD

6 12-0

Br B m Oasis Dream - Spectacle Tom Cannon J

O Guy Dunphy, Chris Dillon, Mr C Seeney Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race 12 months ago and added to her tally at Southwell in November. Weak in the market and failed to beat a rival at Taunton last month. Needs to leave that form behind with cheekpieces reapplied. TFR###!! BHA93

3

PADDY’S FANCY (GB) (43) 165 D

Br Gr f New Bay - Likelihood (USA)

4 11-9

Toby Wynne (5) J

O Zoe Hassall & George Hassall Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd Swansway S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the Flat but switch to hurdles/fitting of cheekpieces did the trick at Leicester where she justified support in a 7-runner juvenile event. Well beaten twice since but it would be no surprise to see her get back on track now handicapping. TFR####! BHA100

4

PUMP IT UP (GB) (92) 26140-0 D

Br Ch m Charming Thought - Cherry Malotte

5 11-7

Robert Dunne J

O Mr Mike Roberts Michael Roberts, Hailsham T

B Phil Cunningham

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat winner and similar standard over hurdles, wining a weak Hereford juvenile maiden for Richard Spencer last season. Well beaten in AW classified event and Fontwell handicap hurdle since joining this yard. Has had wind surgery ahead of this first outing for 3 months. TFR##!!! BHA86

5

CITIZEN JANE (GB) (28) 205

4 10-10

Br B f Scorpion (IRE) - Janes Boutique (IRE) Ben Poste J

O DahlBury Racing Tom Symonds, Hentland T

B Simon Davies Simply Stunning Interiors S

6

7

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when second of 4 in juvenile event (9/4) at Fakenham (2m, good to soft) on debut in November but well held both outings since. Needs to get back on track now handicapping.

TEASING GEORGIA (IRE) (19) 1/0/00-33

TFR##!!! BHA87

7 10-9

Br B m New Approach (IRE) - Hallowed Park (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (5) J

O Mr J. Turner Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Lodge Park Stud Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner on debut for Stuart Crawford in 2019. Lightly raced since but latest Catterick handicap debut third shows she can be competitive from her mark.

CHECKITSME (GB) (13) 30P-0PP

Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Sweet Charlie

TFR####! BHA74

6 10-8

Sean Houlihan J

O Green Hedges Racing Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T

B Mr D. F. Spence

Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Leicester claimer for Milton Harris last winter. Placed twice later in that campaign but has offered little in 3 outings this term. Needs first-time blinkers to spark a major revival.

8 ALL ABOUT ME (GB) (30) 4P3

TFR##!!! BHA73

4 10-2

Br B f Pour Moi (IRE) - Zeldina Bradley Harris (7) J

O Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Richard & Caroline Mathias We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks limited on early evidence but low-grade handicaps do provide her with a more realistic chance.

TFR##!!! BHA69

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2022: EVENTFUL 5 11 0 Nick Scholfield 4-1 (Suzi Best) 12 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Well Vicky (IRE), 11-4 Teasing Georgia (IRE), 7-1 Paddy’s Fancy (GB), 10-1 Eventful (GB), 20-1 Citizen Jane (GB), 25-1 All About Me (GB), 50-1 Pump It Up (GB), Checkitsme (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

If recent exertions haven’t caught up with WELL VICKY she looks good for a quick hat-trick. Cheshire raiders Paddy’s Fancy and Teasing Georgia can give her most to do.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

1.WELL VICKY (IRE)

2.PADDY’S FANCY 3.TEASING GEORGIA (IRE)

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First Race 1.30 - THE LWC SIGNATURE STAKES CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to February 10th, 2023, 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. LWC have kindly sponsored this race and A memento will be presented to the winning connections. A £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries, 1 at £10 and 10 at £50. - Closed February 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) A

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Second Race 2.00 - THE ELLIS WINES 201 YEAR STAKES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ellis Wines have generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning connections and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries at £60. - Closed February 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)

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Third Race 2.30 - THE STRONG FLAVOURS CATERING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 7th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Strong Flavours Catering have generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owners and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £45. - Closed February 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229. (Penalty Value £4805.18)

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Fourth Race 3.00 - THE TIE THE KNOT WEDDING CATERING NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12146 to the winning horse The second to receive £5589, the third £2794, the fourth £1398 and the fifth £696. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £115 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £23 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £92 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Tie The Knot Wedding Catering have generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owners and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries at £115. - Closed February 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9290; Second £4644; Third £2323; Fourth £1162; Fifth £580. (Penalty Value £12146.30)

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Fifth Race 3.30 - THE PLACESETTING EQUIPMENT HIRE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Placesetting Equipment Hire have generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning connections. A £50 cash prize given to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 15 entries at £50. - Closed February 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 4lb.

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Sixth Race 4.00 - THE IEP FINANCIAL MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions).

Enter by noon, February 7th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. IEP Financial have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries at £40. - Closed February 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202.

(Penalty Value £4224.80)

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