Plumpton Racecard - Monday 4th March

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TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Monday 4th March 2024

STEVE DROWNE (Chief Steward) ALLAN HEPWORTH (Stewards’ Panel Chair), KELLY O’BOYLE, KATE SMITH, RICHARD WESTROPP

JAMES STENNING, STEVEN AVIS

Judge EMILY JONES

Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD

Veterinary Officer MATTHEW TONG

Commentator

JOHN HUNT

Raceday Announcer COLIN BROWN

Medical Officers Dr RIZWAN GHANI (SRMO), Dr LUCY FREE, Dr GUY MITCHELL

JMR Nurse

Physio

JANE JACKSON

SALLY DUFTY

Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAEMPFLI (SVS), PABLO JIMENEZ, KYLE LOWERY

Betting Ring Manager VICKI MOORE

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

KELLY CORKE, SARAH COLLINS, PETER DOUBLE

Safeguarding Lead STEVE TOMLIN

Deputy Safeguarding Lead CRAIG STADDON

Official Caterers

Chief Executive

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

CRAIG STADDON, 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

Rebecca Warnett Senior Operations Executive

Craig French Assistant Head Groundsperson

Lewis Edmond Groundsperson

Ross Craig Groundsperson

Mac Cornford Groundsperson

Steve Tomlin Raceday Health & Safety Manager

Craig Staddon CEO

Marcus Waters Clerk of the Course

Jacqui Hill Head of Sales & Marketing

Molly Taylor Sales Manager

Emily Gailey Marketing Executive

Martyn Smith Company Accountant

WELCOME

Welcome to Plumpton – Spring Jumps Raceday

Our sixth fixture of the new year and we are proud to host our Spring Jumps Race Day.

I would like to thank our Partners; BetGoodwin, Southern Cranes and Access Ltd and Strong Flavours for their tremendous support throughout the 2023/24 Season, along with today’s sponsors, Crystal Services, Dean Wilson LLP, Weatherbys, Howden and William Hill. We wish you all have a tremendous day.

I would also like to welcome the IJF who have over 130 beneficiaries attending today in the Final Fence Restaurant. The IJF are celebrating their 60th anniversary this year and provide important support in a prompt and sympathetic manner to those jockeys past or present who are injured, unable to ride or generally in need. The Plumpton Executive thank you for selecting Plumpton and wish you all a tremendous day. We have a cracking card for punters to get their teeth into today, with 34 runners declared across 6 races worth over £64,000 of prize money. Our feature on the track today is our fourth race the £20,000 Class 3 Howden Handicap Hurdle Race. This race has 7 runners, the quality is strong and I am sure the race will be competitive.

Reminiscing on past histories at Plumpton, 45 years ago on this very date King Charles (was HRH Prince Of Wales) rode Long Wharf to finish second in the Mad Hatters private sweepstake behind Classified ridden by TV presenter Derek Thompson. I was fortunate to catch up with Derek Thompson earlier this week and Thommo mentioned that it was a day he would never forget! The world’s press converged on Plumpton and a certain Brough Scott was in the commentary box. Thommo’s breeches were a bit tight, and he remarked that his flies popped open down at the 2 mile start and one of the headlines in the following days read “the outsider who flashed past the Prince”! Thommo said HRH was very gracious in defeat. Thommo’s mount Classified went on to become a very good horse and was placed in the Grand National and Thommo felt very proud to have had a 100% strike rate for Nicky Henderson!

Our Retired Racehorse Stable has been very well received and today we are lucky to have De Barley Basket, who ran 18 times during his career winning 5 races and being placed a further 5 times. Pop down and give him a polo and a pat. De Barley Basket is owned by Alex Embiricos who is also Plumpton Racecourses Ambassador.

Our next fixture will be Monday 11th March, Cheltenham Preview Raceday so if you are thinking of booking tickets or hospitality for any of these days make sure you visit our website or contact one of our team now. With Easter early this year, Sunday 31st March and Monday 1st April, if you are thinking of booking make sure you do this early as this is a popular racing weekend with both tickets and hospitality always in high demand.

Have a great day at Plumpton, Heart Of The Community.

Best wishes

Craig Staddon Chief Executive

Paddock Bar

Premier bar with views of the parade ring and finishing line. Serving a range of hot pies, sandwiches and light refreshments. William Hill Betting shop and Tote betting facilities within.

Chasers Bar

Large bar with a range of refreshments available, including fresh cask beer from Harvey's

Brewery, and hot food. William Hill betting shop and Tote counter within. Large screens showing all racing going on during the day.

Coffee Hut

Situated opposite the Southdown Bar serving locally roasted baristamade coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

Food Concessions

Situated outside the Southdown Stand and in the picnic enclosure (select fixtures) we have a range of concessions serving various options including mac & cheese, burgers, pizzas, ice creams (select fixtures) and much more.

Confectionary available in: Paddock Bar, Southdown Cafe, Chasers Bar

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

At Plumpton Racecourse we like to provide an environment for all our racegoers, including those with young children. Priority space and seating is located within our Southdown Bar for customers with reduced mobility and marked accordingly. Please give up your seat if required. Accessible Toilet facilities are located within the Southdown Bar and Paddock Bar.

If you have queries or require assistance, please phone 01273 890383, visit the racecourse office or ask a 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.

TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM

Top Jump Trainers with Runners Today

Chris Gordon - will be hoping to continue his impressive strike rate this month and saddles

Highway One O Five today.

Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today

Harry Kimber - will be looking to continue his hot streak and rides Born At Midnight today.

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!

There are many ways that you can pick your selection:

- 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.

horse’s saddlecloth number

RACING INFORMATION

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

age weight st-lbs

8 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

form guide Official BHA rating

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

Official BHA Rating

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient 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 non-handicap races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. 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 prefixed by the letter h.

train times

RACE 1

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

LOOKING AS YOU ARE sets the standard in this contest with a rating of 108 after getting off the mark at Ludlow last month. Alex Hales’ five-year-old now has a 7lb penalty to carry, but brings the best form to the table and looks the one to beat. Coin Basket was victorious in her only bumper start at Fakenham in April 2022 and is an interesting contender on her return from a long absence and first start over timber. Of the remainder, Walkinthecotswolds makes the most appeal.

totewin: Looking As You Are toteeachway: Coin Basket

RACE 2

RACE 3

DUHALLOW TOMMY has the perfect record over fences in two starts, with both victories coming at this track and a combined winning distance of 32 lengths. Toby Lawes’ gelding only has a 10lb higher rating in comparison with his mark before those successes and he looks difficult to oppose. Chance A Tune won very nicely at Hereford and could go close again under a 7lb penalty. Godot seems like a stronger contender than Old Painless in the fight for third.

totewin: Duhallow Tommy toteeachway: Chance A Tune

4

RACE

Letthedustsettle completed a Catterick brace prior to occupying the runner-up berth at Newcastle, and he has a very solid chance off a 1lb higher mark. However, the vote goes to HASTY PARISIAN, who found only one too strong when having his sights lowered over C&D last month and has been dropped 2lb. He runs off a career-low mark and could get his head back in front. Artistic Endeavour has put in solid efforts in all his starts this season and is another to note.

totewin: Hasty Parisian toteeachway: Letthedustsettle

RACE 5

A 2lb rise for Mr Freedom’s close-up second to a progressive rival at Taunton looks more than fair and he should give another good account of himself now dropped into 0-125 company. However, he may have to play second fiddle once more, with CLASSIC LORD edging the vote. Tim Vaughan’s charge offered more when runner-up at Sandown and that form could be a touch stronger. Holly, Saligo Bay and Mr Mackay are sure to have their supporters as well.

totewin: Classic Lord toteeachway: Mr Freedom

RACE 6

PUDDLESINTHEPARK wasn’t disgraced when third behind a subsequent winner at Southwell last month. A 2lb drop in the handicap can only help Evan Williams’ gelding and this looks a suitable opportunity for him to open his account over fences. Kap Chidley is a potential fly in the ointment if a wind procedure unlocks some potential, with his runner-up effort at Uttoxeter in October reading well. Born At Midnight may fare best of the remainder.

totewin: Puddlesinthepark toteeachway: Kap Chidley

Mi Sueno warrants respect judged on his wide-margin romp at Fakenham, although he may not have beaten much in selling handicap company. An 8lb rise in the ratings could prove his undoing, and preference is for BIRDMAN BOB. Andy Irvine’s inmate appeared to have plenty in the tank here in February, but for making a mistake at the third-last and unseating his rider. Compensation could await, with Criquette completing the shortlist.

totewin: Birdman Bob toteeachway: Mi Sueno

LAST MEETING REVIEW

David’s Well got punters off to a winning start as he come home a 14-length winner in our opener. Well found in the market, Rex Dingle kept things nice and simple on the Chris Gordon trained runner, who looked to be well clear of his rivals.

Activist has been steadily improving this season and finally put it altogether to win with a bit to spare. Jack Tudor opted to sit in second for much of the contest and despite a mistake four out, turned for home going much the best. He was ridden briefly up the run in to make sure he secured the prize but in truth he could be called the winner a long way from home. Macari had taken a keep hold in the early stages and ultimately paid the price at the business end of the race to finish second.

Our third contest was a race for amateur jockeys, which gave us an exciting finish between Everything’sontick and Gerico Ville. A mere neck separated the pair as they crossed the line, with Miss Izzie Marshall benefiting from an untimely unseat from Windance when he was eight lengths clear. Despite being headed up the run in by Gerico Ville and Miss Gina Andrews, Everything’sontick battled back gamely to narrowly take the prize.

A stamina sapping three miles one furlong awaited the seven hopefuls in our next race. Both Dear Ralphy and Can’t Buy Time went off at a quick pace, which ultimately benefited those in behind. Weaver’s Answer had travelled well in behind, relishing the underfoot conditions to come home a ready winner under Alan Johns for Tim Vaughan.

The wide margin victories continued into our penultimate race, with 22 lengths separating first and second. The victor this time was Time To Bite for Chris Honour and Bryan Carver, who made all to give punters another winning favourite.

Our finale saw the sponsors of the race take the win with Molto Bene. Lily Pinchin was excellent on the five-year-old, who despite jumping left on occasions, came home an eased down winner to land the finale for Charlie Longsdon.

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THE CRYSTAL SERVICES MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

FIRST RACE 2.17

Race Stats

2m 4f 114y

Leading course trainer (19-24): J Tizzard (9 wins from 39 runners, 23%) runs BUTTERFLYCOLLECTOR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs BUTTERFLYCOLLECTOR

Longest Traveller: EL CAPOTE trained by T R Gretton, Inkberrow, 165 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

LOOKING AS YOU ARE (GB)(26) 2-22031 D 5 11-7

Br B m Passing Glance - Maybell

O Gumbrills Racing Partnership

Harry Bannister J

Alex Hales, Edgecote T

B A Hales, Mr & Mrs J Fry, Mr D Fitzgerald Winwood Construction UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showedplentywhenrunner-uponfirst3outingsinbumpersandimprovedonherhurdlingdebutformtogetoffthemarkatLudlow(21.2f,soft) 26 days ago, very much suited by the increase in trip. Carries a penalty and fancied to be bang there with better to come. TFR####! BHA108

2 BUTTERFLYCOLLECTOR (IRE) (32) 6-0 6 11-0

Br Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Jolivia (FR)

O Susan and John Waterworth

Brendan Powell J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Philip Hore Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to numerous winners but only sixth in a bumper at Wincanton. Probably needed the run after 12 months off back there (21.4f, soft) on hurdling debut last month and this should reveal plenty more about her. TFR##!!! BHA-

3 COIN BASKET (IRE) (686) P21/- 7 11-0

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Garraidubh (IRE)

O Eventmasters Racing

4

5

Harry Reed J

Anthony Charlton, Warminster T

B Thistletown Stud Eventmasters Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points and went one better starting out under Rules in a bumper at Fakenham (16f, good to soft) back in April 2022. Not seen since but she’s worth keeping a close eye on in the market now hurdling for a new yard. TFR###!! BHA-

EL CAPOTE (GB) (316) FP0-

6 11-0

Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Camelia des Bordes (FR) David Noonan J

O Mrs Joanna Green Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T

B Malcolm Green Jmc Surfacing Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Little encouragement to glean from 3 starts over hurdles last season so can only be watched returning from 10 months off TFR##!!! BHA-

NO NO FIZZ (IRE) (52) P6

Br B m Getaway (GER) - Golden Firth (IRE)

O Don Sebastiao Partnership

6

7

8

6 11-0

Lilly Pinchin J

Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T

B Mrs Juliet Brown Willerby Landscapes Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up on hurdling debut and fitted with cheekpieces, showed a bit more having been well positioned when sixth at Huntingdon (20.7f, soft) in January. Likely to need more time.

STUTI (GB) (75) 414-30

TFR##!!! BHA-

7 11-0

Br B m Kayf Tara - Flirtatious David Bass J

O Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Southwell bumper winner who made an encouraging start in this sphere when third of 13 in novice at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft) in November. Went the wrong way when tailed off at Ludlow 5 weeks later (lost shoe) so can get back on track here now with a hood fitted. TFR##### BHA-

WALKINTHECOTSWOLDS (IRE)(9) 0-6P44

5 11-0

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Blueberry Bramble (IRE) Ben Poste J

O The Cotswold Strollers Harriet Dickin, Midford T

B J. F. Mernagh Clay Street Property Consultants S

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in bumpers but left her hurdling debut form behind when fourth of 12 in a 2m Chepstow novice in January. Confirmed that improvement upped in trip when fourth back there 9 days ago and she can get involved once again. TFR####! BHA98

WESTMILL (GB) (299) 0

6 11-0

Br Br m Westerner - Miltara (IRE) Marc Goldstein J

O B Cockerell & Mrs D Grissell Diana Grissell, Brightling T

B Diana Grissell & Barry Cockerell

TIMEFORM VIEW Westerner mare who offered little in a bumper at Fontwell (17.7f, good to soft) 9 months ago. Big outsider on hurdling debut. TFR#!!!! BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: LUTINEBELLA 7 11 2 Jack Hogan 4-9 (Fergal O’Brien) 5 ran Hood worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Stewards Note:

EL CAPOTE: Following its run on 23/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller. STUTI: Following its run on 20/12/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Looking As You Are (GB), 4-1 Coin Basket (IRE), Stuti (GB), 11-2 Walkinthecotswolds (IRE), 14-1 Butterflycollector (IRE), No No Fizz (IRE), 100-1 El Capote (GB), 150-1 Westmill (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

STUTI offered plenty to work on when third on hurdling debut, and with her subsequent effort at Ludlow easy to put a line through, Hughie Morrison’s 7-y-o is fancied to come out on top fitted with a hood. Looking As You Are built on her hurdling debut to get off the mark at Ludlow last month, so she’s put forward as the main danger under a penalty, with Walkinthecotswolds and Coin Basket taken to fight out third.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STUTI 2.LOOKING AS YOU ARE 3.WALKINTHECOTSWOLDS (IRE)

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THE DEAN WILSON LLP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £11000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights lowered 5lb.

SECOND RACE 2.50

2m 3f 164y

Leading course trainer (19-24): A Irvine (9 wins from 107 runners, 8%) runs GODOT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Twiston-Davies (5 wins from 24 runners, 21%) runs CHANCE A TUNE Longest Traveller: OLD PAINLESS trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 176 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

2

3

OLD PAINLESS (IRE) (86) 125U4-P CD 8 11-10

Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Baby Goose (IRE) Alan Johns J

O optimumracing.co.uk & Mr Andrew P. Bell Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

B Ms M. Robinson optimumracing.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran no sort of race on his first outing since leaving Harry Whittington after 8 months off at Chepstow in December but dropped 3lb and now back at the scene of his emphatic C&D-success at the end of 2022. TFR###!! BHA116

CHANCE A TUNE (FR)(8) 146641

9 11-9 (in 7lb ex)

Br B g My Risk (FR) - Lyric Melody (FR) James Turner (7) J

O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Found the step back up in distance in his favour and matched the pick of his recent hurdles form at the second attempt in this sphere as he struck at Hereford (19f) 8 days ago, well on top under his young rider. Respected under a penalty. TFR##### BHA108

GODOT

(IRE)

(24) 103615 CD BF

4

7 11-4

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - La Cerisaie Stan Sheppard J

O The Minions

Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B B. Mayoh, Eskdale Thoroughbreds Global Herbs Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dualhurdles winner whoshowedthebenefitofhis chasedebutspinwhen narrowly outpointing thein-form Morfee(winner since) inC&Dhandicap atthe turn of the year. Well beaten upped to 3m at Kempton since (jumped left as the race wore on) but could do better back here in re-fitted headgear. TFR###!! BHA110

DUHALLOW TOMMY (IRE) (35) 0-44311 C 6 11-2

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Grannie Liz (IRE)

O Mr John Terry

Tom Cannon J

Toby Lawes, Beare Green T

B John Hennessy Lawmens Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler who has proven a different proposition over fences here this year, albeit fortunate to land his second 17f novice handicap 5 weeks ago (making no impression when left clear last). This is tougher but he retains potential over the longer trip. Leading claims. TFR####! BHA108

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

2023: PADDY’S POEM 12 12 0 James Davies 9-2 (Nick Gifford) 4 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Duhallow Tommy (IRE), 7-4 Chance A Tune (FR), 6-1 Godot (IRE), 15-2 Old Painless (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

CHANCE A TUNE got the hang of things as the race wore on and was well on top at the finish when scoring at Hereford under James Turner 8 days ago. He’s fancied to defy a penalty at the main expense of the course hat-trick seeking Duhallow Tommy.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHANCE A TUNE (FR) 2.DUHALLOW TOMMY (IRE) 3.GODOT (IRE)

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Raceday preview from Weatherbys

It is a pleasure to be sponsoring the Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Handicap Hurdle, in which six go to post in this Class 4 eventstagedover3m1f.

I’m A Starman is the sole course and distance winner set to line up, who ended a long losing run with a determined victory here on his penultimate start in January. Mark Rimmell’s eleven-year-old was well beaten at Ascot last time but will appreciate a return to a softer surface and has stamina in abundance.Ballinskerwasawinner overfenceshereatPlumptonbackin 2022forEvanWilliamsandrevertsto hurdles following a pulled-up effort at Ffos Las over a shorter trip last time. This longer trip is sure to suit and, whilst not a winner over timber in almost three years, has won from amark10lbhigherthanthis.

Artistic Endeavour and Letthedustsettle will share top weight inthecontest, but theformer will be searching for his first victory. Tim Vaughan’s six-year-old has proved incredibly consistent in five starts so far this term though, finishingoutsideofthetopthreejust once, and is threatening to shed his maidentagfromthissortofmark.

A staying-on third at Sandown last time offered plenty of encouragement, and there is plenty of scope for improvement up in trip here. Tom Lacey’s Letthedustsettle recorded a brace of quickfire successes at Catterick but couldn’t land the hattrick at Newcastle last time, still running well in second behind a progressive rival. He takes abighikeupintripfroma1lbhigher mark.

Hasty Parisian is now winless in 17 starts but will benefit from a continually sliding mark, now 8lbs below that last winning mark. The six-year-old has come home a distant third and second in his last two starts over course and distance but looks well worth another go at this trip, for all that he is probably vulnerable to a more unexposed type. Overabottleofred showed more than he had previously when fourth in a maiden hurdle here last time over the intermediate trip, outpaced around the home turn but keeping on well to be beaten just 11 lengths. Tom Gretton’s five-yearold steps up in trip for this handicap debut and should prove better than anopeningmarkof97intime.

THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE 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 raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

THIRD RACE 3.20

Leading course trainer (19-24): E Williams (3 wins from 30 runners, 10%) runs BALLINSKER

3m 217y

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Williams (3 wins from 26 runners, 12%) runs BALLINSKER

Weightwatcher: HASTY PARISIAN won off a handicap mark of 107, his rating is now down 8lb to 99.

Longest Traveller: BALLINSKER 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

ARTISTIC ENDEAVOUR (GB) (38) 225233 6 12-0

Br B g Kayf Tara - Dubh Eile (IRE) Alan Johns J

O Mrs L.Bowtell & Mr P.Bowtell Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

B Paul Bowtell Dragonbet, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win but has shown plenty of promise, finishing runner-up 3 times at 2m and bouncing back to his best when third at Sandown (19.8f) in January. Shaped as if he should benefit from this longer distance last time and he could be ready to open his account. TFR##### BHA112

2 LETTHEDUSTSETTLE (IRE) (18) 300112 6 12-0

Br B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Flemenslass (IRE) Stan Sheppard J

O Plumbing World Tom Lacey, Woolhope T

B Mr William Norris Plumbing World S

TIMEFORM VIEW Came good over hurdles at the fifth attempt at Catterick (2m) in January and easily defied a penalty at the same C&D 9 days later. Found an improving type too strong in his hat-trick bid at Newcastle 18 days ago, but this winning pointer is respected as he goes up in trip. TFR####! BHA112

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6

BALLINSKER (IRE) (83) 21-306P C

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Brownie Points (IRE)

9 11-12

Miss Eleanor Williams (7) J

O Vale Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Thomas Maher

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a third win over fences at Chepstow last spring but has yet to fire since his summer off, including over hurdles on his penultimate outing. Ran no sort of race in handicap chase at Ffos Las in December, so others are preferred back hurdling again. TFR##!!! BHA110

I’M A STARMAN (GB)

(16) P24410 CD

11 11-5

Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Strathtay Tom Bellamy J

O Mr Mark Rimell Mark Rimell, Witney T

B Mrs M. R. T. Rimell

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended long losing run when digging deep for success at this C&D in January. However, he wasn’t in the same form when mid-field at Ascot (23.5f) 16 days ago, so he may just be vulnerable to his younger rivals in this contest. TFR##!!! BHA103

HASTY PARISIAN (IRE) (21) 2F5032 6

11-1

Br Ch g Champs Elysees - Va’vite (IRE) Bradley Harris (3) J

O The Hasty Parisian Partnership Anthony Charlton, Warminster T

B Mrs D. Dewbery & Mrs B. Woodcock

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventeen runs since his sole victory back in 2022 but hasn’t been discredited at this C&D on his last 2 starts, second of 5 in handicap here 3 weeks ago. Has been eased a further 2lb in the weights since, so he can give his running once more. TFR###!! BHA99

OVERABOTTLEOFRED (GB)

(35) U-5F4

5 10-13

Br Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Your Turn (IRE) David Noonan J

O Ms C. Davis Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T

B Mr Malcolm Green

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer when fifth of 13 in novice at Warwick (19f) on her hurdling bow and, after failing to complete next time, took a step forward when fourth in maiden at this course (20.5f) in January. Interesting contender upped in trip for her handicap debut.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFR###!! BHA97

2023: GERICO VILLE (FR) 7 12 0 Jamie Moore 10-11 (Chris Gordon) 4 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

BALLINSKER: Following its run on 12/12/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Artistic Endeavour (GB), 11-4 Letthedustsettle (IRE), 7-2 Hasty Parisian (IRE), 7-1 I’m A Starman (GB), 9-1 Overabottleofred (GB), 18-1 Ballinsker (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ARTISTIC ENDEAVOUR soon left behind a lesser effort when staying on well for third at Sandown on his latest outing and, with this longer trip likely to suit, he can get off the mark this time around. Letthedustsettle won his only start in points and could be the main danger upped markedly in distance, while Overabottleofred is one to note now handicapping

THE HOWDEN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562)

FOURTH RACE 3.52

1m 7f 195y

Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (55 wins from 233 runners, 24%) runs HIGHWAY ONE O FIVE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Twiston-Davies (5 wins from 24 runners, 21%) runs MR MACKAY

Longest Traveller: CLASSIC LORD trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 176 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

MR FREEDOM (GB) (56) 4-233U2 C D

5 12-0

Br B g Sixties Icon - Waitingforachance Marc Goldstein J

O The Affordable (3) Partnership Sheena West, Lewes T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Southdowns Unleashed S

TIMEFORM VIEW Most consistent sort produced another sound effort when second of 12 in handicap hurdle (9/1) at Taunton (19f, good to soft) 56 days ago. Nudged back 2lb but he’s proven under testing conditions and another good account seems likely. TFR##### BHA125

2 HOLLY (FR) (55) 1/30-051

3

4

7 11-12

Br B m Voiladenuo (FR) - Righty Malta (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J

O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Mr Cyrille Gombeau & Mrs Lise Gombeau Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t stood much racing but had been given a chance by the handicapper and, back under less testing conditions, ran out an impressive winner in a 6-runner handicap at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to soft, 16/1) 55 days ago. Ground here is an unknown but she’s hard to dismiss after that effort. TFR###!! BHA123

CLASSIC LORD (GER) (18) 031152

6 11-9

Br Ch g Lord of England (GER) - Classic Diva (GER) Alan Johns J

O Mr R Cox & The Pant Wilkin Partnership Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

B Frau S. Meier-Zahnd Tote, Dragonbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat and came good over hurdles for his new yard when landing a brace of novices at Fontwell (2 1/4m) and Bangor (2m) before Christmas. Back to form when runner-up at Sandown last month and he’s respected. TFR###!! BHA120

MARDOOF (IRE) (73) 33213-P D

6 11-4

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Yanabeeaa (USA) Sean Houlihan J

O BARFORD PREMIER

5

6

Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Gmr Couriers Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dominant winner of a Taunton maiden (16.5f, soft) this time last year but, after 8 months off, went with little encouragement switched a handicap at Ascot in December. Bit to prove after that. TFR##!!! BHA115

MR MACKAY (IRE) (35) 315402

Br Ch g Mount Nelson - Soeur Gael (IRE)

5 11-2

James Turner (7) J

O Mr M. Stavrou Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Philip Heskin Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the marks over hurdles at the second time of asking debut when landing 6-runner Huntingdon maiden (19.5f) in October. Brushed off a rare poor effort with a creditable second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (16.2f, good to soft) 35 days ago and he’s shortlisted with 7lb claimer back aboard. TFR####! BHA113

SALIGO BAY (IRE)

(57) 464-21F CD BF

6 10-10

Br B g New Bay - Glorification Niall Houlihan J

O Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd

B China Horse Club

Gary Moore, Horsham T

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on another drop in grade when winning a C&D seller in December. Well backed when falling early here the following month and he’s respected from a fair-looking mark.

TFR####! BHA107

7 HIGHWAY ONE O FIVE (IRE) (51) 33-0640 5 10-5

Br B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Shuil A Hocht (IRE)

Rex Dingle J

O Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Kenilworth House Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form first 2 runs in bumpers and showed ability initially over hurdles. However, latest effort at Kempton represented a step in the wrong direction and more is required now pitched into a handicap. TFR###!! BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Saligo Bay (IRE), 7-2 Holly (FR), 4-1 Mr Mackay (IRE), 5-1 Mr Freedom (GB), 15-2 Classic Lord (GER), 14-1 Highway One O Five (IRE), 28-1 Mardoof (IRE)

MR FREEDOM has barely put a foot wrong since landing a hat-trick on the Flat in the summer, and given his proven suitability for testing ground, gets the verdict over Mr Mackay, who arrives after a largely positive campaign in his first season over hurdles. Saligo Bay attracted strong support on the back of winning in selling company last year and isn’t ruled out of making amends for his early fall on that occasion.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MR FREEDOM 2.MR MACKAY (IRE) 3.SALIGO BAY (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 4.22

Leading course trainer (19-24): N Gifford (9 wins from 77 runners, 12%) runs RIVER TYNE

3m 1f 152y

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Williams (3 wins from 26 runners, 12%) runs PUDDLESINTHEPARK

Longest Traveller: PUDDLESINTHEPARK 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

PUDDLESINTHEPARK (IRE) (31)

50-2303 6 12-0

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vast Consumption (IRE) Conor Ring (3) J

O Opulence Thorougbreds NH & Partner Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Michael O’Neill Opulence Thoroughbreds S

2

3

4

5

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdles winner who has shown similar form in this sphere this term, third of 10 in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, soft) 31 days ago. One to consider.

TFR####! BHA98

KAP CHIDLEY (FR) (73) 324-250 6 11-13

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Savage River (FR) Alan Johns J

O Paul Bowtell & Jonathan Shinton Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

B Mr Fabrice Simon Dragonbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising return when runner-up at Uttoxeter (3m) in October and again ran well when fifth at Musselburgh the following month. Disappointing back at Uttoxeter last time, but he could fare better having had a wind op and with tongue strap added. Player. TFR##### BHA97

RIVER TYNE (GB) (52) 2222-PP

9 11-8

Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Not Now Nellie James Davies J

O Mr T Allan and Mrs H Allan Nick Gifford, Findon T

B Allan Munnis Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser who has been pulled up in handicap chases at Fakenham and Huntingdon this winter. Needs a couple of these to falter. TFR##!!! BHA92

BORN AT MIDNIGHT (GB) (16)

1P32-34

9 11-5

Br B g Midnight Legend - Wavet Harry Kimber (3) J

O Mr B. J. Goldsmith Bill Turner, Sherborne T

B B. J. Goldsmith Collarways S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner last term but he went backwards from a reappearance Plumpton third when only fourth at Wincanton 16 days ago. Something to prove. TFR##!!! BHA89

COMMITTEE OF ONE (GB) (33) P/P5-342 9 10-5

Br B m Universal (IRE) - Inkberrow Rose (IRE) David Noonan J

O Lewis Family & Tom Gretton Racing Club

Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T

B Middle Bouts Farm Jmc Surfacing Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 9-y-o who had cheekpieces fitted when posting a good second of 8 in handicap at Leicester (22.7f, soft) 33 days ago, going with enthusiasm. In the mix if headgear works the oracle again Engaged Huntingdon 1.55 Saturday. TFR###!! BHA75

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2023: GOLD CLERMONT (FR) 7 11 8 Caoilin Quinn 11-4 (Andy Irvine) 7 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Stewards Note:

RIVER TYNE: Following its run on 12/1/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Puddlesinthepark (IRE), Kap Chidley (FR), Committee of One (GB), 5-1 Born At Midnight (GB), 9-1 River Tyne (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

KAP CHIDLEY had been shaping up well until fluffing his lines at Uttoxeter last time out so Tim Vaughan’s 6-y-o is well worth another chance on the back of a wind op to register a breakthrough victory. Puddlesinthepark arrives in good nick and could emerge as the chief threat, with Committee of One another to consider.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KAP CHIDLEY (FR) 2.PUDDLESINTHEPARK (IRE) 3.COMMITTEE OF ONE

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THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £7250

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2928, 2nd £1464, 3rd £732, 4th £366. (Penalty Value £3828.72) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SIXTH RACE 4.52

1m 7f 195y

Leading course trainer (19-24): A Irvine (9 wins from 107 runners, 8%) runs BIRDMAN BOB Longest Traveller: CRIQUETTE trained by B Aprahamian, Towcester, 109 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

2

TYING THE KNOT (USA) (19) 51P0-00 D

Br B g Noble Mission - Hope’s Diamond (USA)

5 12-0

Freddie Gordon (5) J

O Mrs Melisha Hughes & Mr D OBrien Daniel O’Brien, Tonbridge T

B Mr Ernest Fronboese

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when winning a juvenile hurdle at Hereford (2m) for Alan King last winter but largely struggled since, including tailed off in 2 handicap hurdles this winter. Cheekpieces go on for the first time over hurdles. TFR##!!! BHA98

BIRDMAN BOB (IRE) (21) 10U22U CD BF 7 11-12

Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Brijomi Queen (IRE)

Philip Armson (3) J

O Surefire Racing Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Apple Tree Farm Ltd Global Herbs Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in November and twice runner-up back here in January. Looked to be in the process of running well again when unseating 3 out over 20.5f here 3 weeks ago. Should give another good account for yard seeking a second successive win in this race. TFR##### BHA96

3 MI SUENO (IRE) (17)

263FP1 D

Br Bl g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Azagirl (IRE)

4

5 11-8

Rob Hargreaves (7) J

O Mrs E. Lucey-Butler Paddy Butler, Lewes T

B Elvira Kinsella Garcia

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly opened his account when making all in Fakenham selling handicap (2m soft) 17 days ago. Hard to argue he looks well treated off 8lb higher but it is possible he’ll be able to dominate again in this small field. TFR###!! BHA92

CRIQUETTE (FR) (21) 46-P003

7 10-11

Br B m Crillon (FR) - Lost Maiby (FR) Tom Cannon J

O Mr S Brackenbury Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T

B Mrs C. Sirven Gualde & Mr Y. Fouin Fairfax and Favor Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner. Yet to better modest form over hurdles but her mark has come down a long way and there were better signs when third over C&D (soft) in a first-time visor (retained) 3 weeks ago.

TFR####! BHA81

DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2023: BROWN BULLET (IRE) 8 10 12 Caoilin Quinn 11-4 (Andy Irvine) 7 ran Visor worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Birdman Bob (IRE), 7-4 Mi Sueno (IRE), 9-2 Criquette (FR), 14-1 Tying The Knot (USA)

Andy Irvine won this race last year and his BIRDMAN BOB is the most solid option in a trappy finale. Criquette showed better signs with a visor added here last time and might be the one to follow the selection home.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BIRDMAN BOB (IRE) 2.CRIQUETTE (FR) 3.MI SUENO (IRE)

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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.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.17 - THE CRYSTAL SERVICES MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, February 27th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. Crystal Services 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. 13 entries at £40. - Closed February 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.50 - THE DEAN WILSON LLP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336 and the fourth £668. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Dean Wilson LLP 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. 11 entries at £55. - Closed February 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights lowered 5lb.

SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.20 - THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE 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. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Weatherbys has 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. 12 entries at £50. - Closed February 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.52 - THE HOWDEN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Howden 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. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 30th March, 2024. 16 entries at £100. - Closed February 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562)

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.22 - THE WILLIAMHILL £5 FREE BET FOR CHELTENHAM HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 27th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. William Hill 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. 12 entries at £40. - Closed February 27th, 2024. 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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Sixth Race 4.52 - THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3828 to the winning horse The second to receive £1761, the third £880 and the fourth £440. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 27th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. William Hill 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. 15 entries at £36. - Closed February 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366. (Penalty Value £3828.72) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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