Plumpton Racecard - Monday 11th March

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Stewards

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Monday 11th March 2024

CODY WATKINS (Chief Steward) NIGEL STATTFORD (Stewards’ Panel Chair), STEVE DROWNE, KATE SMITH, LAUREN THOMSON

Starters JAMES STENNING, SAM AVIS

Judge JANE GREEN

Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD

Veterinary Officer HOWARD NEWITT

Commentator SIMON HOLT

Raceday Announcer COLIN BROWN

Medical Officers Dr LUCY FREE SRMO), Dr RISWAN GHAANI, Dr BABAK DANESHMAND

JMR Nurse MICHELE FORSDICK

Physio SALLY DUFTY

Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAEMPFLI (SVS),, ELLEN SINGER, NATASHA JOCELYN

Betting Ring Manager VICKI MOORE

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

SARAH COLLINS, PETER DOUBLE, CAROL LEGGETT

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 –Betting.Bet Cheltenham Preview Raceday

With the biggest Jumps Festival of the year in the same week, we of course want to acknowledge this at our fixture and as such we run our traditional Cheltenham Preview in the Chaser’s Bar. Hosted by Colin Brown, renowned commentator Simon Holt, ex-jockey Josh Moore and current stable jockey to Nicky Henderson Nico De Boinville all giving us their opinions it should be very informative, and we hope together they can find you some Cheltenham winners! With the preview starting at 12.45, make sure you get there early!

This is our third successive Monday raceday and would like to mention the terrific work both our raceday and groundstaff teams have invested. The weather over the past 3 weeks has certainly tried all our patience and it is great to see the track looking in great order.

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. Our day itself is kindly sponsored by Betting.Bet and by Friends and Family of John Ellis and we wish them all a tremendous day.

We have a cracking card for punters to get their teeth into today, with 40 runners declared across 6 races worth over £61,000 of prize money. Our feature on the track today is our fourth race the £20,000 Class 3 the Nagsbet.com £10 free bet handicap race. Last year the race was won by Ramo beating Gerico Ville by 3 lengths. Today’s renewal looks to be very competitive with a select field of 4 and we wish all the owners, trainers and horses the very best of luck across the card.

Our next fixture will be Easter Festival, 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.

Looking ahead, after the Easter Festival we will have only two remaining fixtures for the season our Sussex Day on 14th April and our Season Finale on 12th May. These are two popular racedays and will provide plenty of activities for everyone. 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 Baddesley, San Pedro and Small Bad Bob today.

Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today

Harry Kimber- will be looking to continue his hot streak and rides Nathan Walker and 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

2

RACE

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

CLOUD DANCER won a junior ‘National Hunt’ hurdle at Newbury last February which means he’s able to retain his novice status. His sole outing this season was a promising effort behind a leading Cheltenham Festival handicap fancy in Doddiethegreat at Ascot and stepping up in trip promises to yield improvement. His stable companion Johnny Jump Up made a winning start at Fontwell and commands respect along with C&D winner Fierce Warrior.

SELECTION: Cloud Dancer

Danger: Johnny Jump Up

SIR ROCK has improved for the switch to the larger obstacles having scored on both occasions over C&D and, more recently, at Fontwell in January. A 4lb rise for his latest success may not be enough to stop Toby Lawes’ gelding from taking another step forward. Elpologreg had plenty go right for him when getting off the mark at Fakenham last time. He is likely to be in the mix, while American Gerry has been given a chance by the handicapper.

SELECTION: Sir Rock

Danger: Elpologreg

3

RACE

4

RACE

SALVATORE has displayed some promise on his three hurdling starts to date and the application of cheekpieces once again, along with a tongue-tie, may see him step forward on his handicap bow. Sanitiser wasn’t disgraced when fourth at Kempton in November and appears likely to have more to offer. Garitsa Bay hasn’t shown much in novice hurdles but he has to be of interest on his first start in this company.

SELECTION: Salvatore

Danger: Sanitiser

JERRASH looks well placed to strike switching to hurdles for this assignment. Second over fences at Fontwell last time, that wasn’t a bad run but he wasn’t as fluent over his fences as his supporters would have liked so coming back over timber and dropping in trip looks ideal. San Pedro won over C&D two starts ago and heads the list of dangers from I See You Well.

SELECTION: Jerrash

Danger: San Pedro

RACE 5

RACE 6

BORN AT MIDNIGHT brings winning C&D form to the table which is key at a track like this. Providing this doesn’t come too soon after last week’s success, the nine-year-old is mostly consistent and looks up to going in again under a 7lb penalty. Delgany Monarch unseated his rider at Wincanton latest but it’s a positive that he’s back at the Sussex track given he won here in April last year. Flemen’s Tipple should run his usual honest race.

SELECTION: Born At Midnight

Danger: Delgany Monarch

COLOURS ON CANVAS remains an unexposed quantity and can continue on an upward trajectory despite the burden of top-weight. Stepping up in trip here last month unlocked another gear and, judged on his novice form, there are reasons to believe that the handicapper might not have caught up with him yet. The hat-trick seeking Nordic Tiger and Small Bad Bob appear to be the most obvious threats on paper.

SELECTION: Colours On Canvas

Danger: Nordic Tiger

LAST MEETING REVIEW

Last Monday saw favourite backers get off to a dream day as the handy mare Looking

As You Are proved a level above in the Crystal Services Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle. Following up on her breakthrough win 26 days earlier, she excelled under Harry Banister, albeit carrying a penalty, and asserted her dominance by 10 lengths. Walkinthecotswolds picked up second, while Stuti had to settle for third.

The second race was a 0-115 handicap chase that saw a competitive field of 4 head to post. However the combination of Tom Cannon and Toby Lawes came out on top as Duhallow Tommy just edged out his market rival. This win made it 3-3 over fences, defying a 3lb rise in the weights for January’s course win over shorter and could progress nicely through the handicap ranks. Godot was the one that pushed the favourite all the way to the line in the hands of Stsn Sheppard, and these were the only 2 to finish.

It looked as though it was going to be three favourites from three as Artistic Endeavour had a decent lead in the 0-120 Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Handicap Hurdle. However, the veteran I’m A Starman advertised a terrific attitude to close down the leader, after looking out of contention three from home. He stayed on stoutly to record a second course and distance winner in a row and got the better of the favourite by four lengths.

Our feature race of the afternoon was the 0-125 Howden Handicap Hurdle which looked the most competitive race on paper too. Mr Mackay bumped into a strong performer at Hereford last time out and unfortunately hit the frame again for Nigel and Sam TwistonDavies. He looked much better than his mark suggests, and he can win a race soon. The top-weighted Mr Freedom took gold though for Sheena West. Marc Goldstein game the five-year-old a lovely, patient ride and led all the way on the run in.

Our penultimate race went to Born At Midnight who had the in-form Harry Kimber doing the steering for Bill Turner. Still 5lb higher than his last winning mark, he bounced right back than a poor effort on a deeper surface to win this with a ton in hand, forging clear by 7 lengths. River Tyne rallied late on to pick up second spot, while the well-supported Kap Chidley was well-beaten after a poor display of jumping.

We rounded off another great day of racing with another 0-100 handicap hurdle which saw the two at the top of the betting make this a nail-biting closer. The odds-on shot Birdman Bob arguably would have won around here if not unseating last time out but seemed to hit the front too soon here which left the four runner race open to Mu Seuno. Taking a keen hold under 7lb claimer Rob Hargreaves, he found an extra gear when regaining the lead late home and the pair pulled well clear of the other two.

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NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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

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

FIRST RACE 2.00 2m 4f 114y

Race Stats

Leading course trainer (19-24): G L Moore (53 wins from 331 runners, 16%) runs CLOUD DANCER & JOHNNY JUMP UP Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 20 runners, 40%) runs JETRONIC

Longest Traveller: JETRONIC trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 134 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

CLOUD DANCER (IRE) (108)

01-3

Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Donna Graciosa (GER)

5 11-7

Tom Cannon J

O The Keysoe Partnership Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning hurdle debut over 2m at Newbury 13 months ago and bettered that form when third of 4 in a useful conditions race at Ascot (2m, good) on his reappearance in November. Steps up in trip on the back of another break. One of 2 strong contenders in this for his yard. TFR####! BHA125

2 FIERCE WARRIOR (IRE) (84) 5-151 CD 5 11-7

Br B or Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Kris Kindle (IRE)

3

Nico de Boinville J

O Middleham Park Racing LXXV Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in May. Looked wayward at right-handed Market Rasen on his hurdle debut in November but proved much more straightforward back left handed when winning over C&D in November. More will be needed under penalty but could find it for top yard. TFR###!! BHA-

JOHNNY JUMP UP (IRE) (43) 44-1

Br B g Workforce - Upton Lodge (IRE)

O Johnny Jump Up Racing

B Joe & Mel Power

4

5 11-7

Niall Houlihan J

Gary Moore, Horsham T

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point recruit who made a taking winning start to his Rules career in a 2 1/4m Fontwell novice hurdle 6 weeks ago. Looks a useful prospect. TFR##### BHA-

DONTASKCHRIS (IRE) (336) P-

Br B g Ask - Nothin To Say (IRE)

O Mrs D. M. Grissell

B P. & D. Kavanagh

5

6

6 11-0

Marc Goldstein J

Diana Grissell, Brightling T

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1 when pulled up in a course bumper last spring. Outsider now hurdling on return. TFR#!!!! BHA-

GHOST HUNTER (IRE) (90) 2-04

5 11-0

Br B g Milan - Garlucy (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O Miss C. Shipp Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T

B Terence Conroy 1Account Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 buy after finishing second in an Irish point in April but well beaten both starts over hurdles thus far. Likely a longer-term prospect. TFR##!!! BHA-

JETRONIC (FR) (120) 361-25 BF

Br B g Reliable Man - Bejaya (FR)

7

8

5 11-0

Bryony Frost J

O Chris Giles Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B E. B. de La Motte & J. B. de La Salle Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner in France who was a promising second of 4 in 2m novice chase at Cheltenham on his stable debut in October. Disappointing when remote fifth of 6 in a Sandown handicap chase the following month and off since ahead of this return to hurdles (placed in France). TFR###!! BHA-

RECORD HIGH (IRE) (497) 251/3- 7 11-0

Br B g Mahler - Leapy Lady (IRE)

Sean Bowen J O Wallace Racing Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T

B Sean O’Reilly Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in a couple of Irish points and made a winning start under Rules in a Fontwell maiden bumper (2 1/4m, soft) in February 2022. Only a modest third on his C&D hurdle debut 8 months later and absent for a further 16 months since. TFR##!!! BHA-

VENDANT (IRE) (84) 3/30-06

Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Arrive In Style (IRE)

O Winterfields Farm Ltd

6 11-0

Tabitha Worsley (3) J

Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

B Sean Gorman Southern Cranes & Access Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points but well held only start in bumpers and never got competitive in pair of novice/maiden hurdles over C&D late last year. Handicaps moving forward will be more his bag. TFR#!!!! BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: GOODWIN RACING (IRE) 6 11 0 Freddie Gordon 2-1 (Chris Gordon) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note:

JETRONIC: Following its run on 12/11/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free and hung left.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Johnny Jump Up (IRE), 10-3 Cloud Dancer (IRE), 7-2 Jetronic (FR), 11-2 Fierce Warrior (IRE), 25-1 Record High (IRE), 40-1 Ghost Hunter (IRE), 300-1 Dontaskchris (IRE), Vendant (IRE)

An interesting opener. JOHNNY JUMP UP looked promising when successful on his Fontwell hurdle debut at the end of January and can get the better of stablemate Cloud Dancer. C&D winner Fierce Warrior looks best of the remainder.

FinalFence Restaurant

The Final Fence Restaurant includes a set menu three-course lunch, welcome drink, private table for the day, racecard and table service.

This facility is positioned alongside the final fence right at the heart of the action, where you can enjoy stunning views of home straight and is perfect for both small and large parties.

Enjoy for only £80 per person (inc VAT)

Available for Easter Festival, Sussex Raceday and Season Finale

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NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for novice five yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £8000

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

SECOND RACE 2.30

2m 3f 164y

Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (55 wins from 234 runners, 24%) runs BADDESLEY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Gordon (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs BADDESLEY

Longest Traveller: NATHAN WALKER trained by K Burke, Whitcombe, 123 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

1

2

3

4

5

AMERICAN GERRY (IRE) (13) 4-U45P4

Br B g Americain (USA) - Hurricane Society (IRE)

8 12-0

Daryl Jacob J

O Mrs Margaret Geake Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Ms Deirdre Connolly Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over hurdles in 2021/22 but hasn’t managed to find any progress since and below par both runs sent chasing, having a wind op before fourth of five at Catterick last time.

BADDESLEY (IRE) (48) 3-51360 C

Br B g Presenting - Fox Theatre (IRE)

TFR##!!! BHA100

9 12-0

Freddie Gordon (5) J

O Mr C. Gordon Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Ms N. Metcalfe Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 2m4f hurdle here in November. 40/1, only ninth of 13 in handicap chase at Newbury (22.4f, soft) 48 days ago. Cheekpieces back on with more needed.

SIR ROCK (IRE) (43) 1R3511 CD

TFR###!! BHA100

7 12-0

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage Tom Cannon J

O Henfold Rockers

Toby Lawes, Beare Green T

B Mrs O. Hegarty Lawmens Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who refused to race on his return but has taken really well to chasing, scoring over C&D and at Fontwell either side of Christmas. Up 4lb but he’s a big player.

EXECUTIVE POOL (GB) (18)

1-50P0U

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - She’s So Flawless (IRE)

TFR##### BHA100

5 10-10

Niall Houlihan J

O The Dubai Five Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Petches Farm Ltd

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Struggling for form over hurdles and has been let down by jumping sent over fences, unseating his rider early at Lingfield last time. Hard to warm to.

ELPOLOGREG (FR) (24)

Br B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Zannkiya

504P31

TFR##!!! BHA84

5 10-8

Bradley Harris (3) J

O S Mullins Racing Club Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 5-runner handicap chase at Fakenham (16.3f, soft) 24 days ago. Back up in trip now and he can give another good account despite a 5lb rise.

6 NATHAN WALKER (GB) (42)

Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - West River (USA)

3550P4 6

TFR####! BHA82

10-4

Harry Kimber (3) J

O This time next year maybe Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

B Jenny Hall Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Shown little on chasing bow when a remote fourth of six here in January. Hard to make a case for.

TFR##!!! BHA76

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: BOLSOVER BILL (IRE) 6 11 7 Dylan Kitts 6-4 (Warren Greatrex) 4 ran Blinkers worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Sir Rock (IRE), 10-3 Elpologreg (FR), 8-1 Baddesley (IRE), 9-1 American Gerry (IRE), 10-1 Executive Pool (GB), 40-1 Nathan Walker (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

SIR ROCK hasn’t looked back since sent over fences and a 4lb rise for his latest Fontwell victory doesn’t look sufficient to prevent him from completing a hat-trick. Fakenham-scorer Elpologreg appeals as the one to chase home Toby Lawes’ 7-y-o ahead of the enigmatic Baddesley.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SIR ROCK (IRE) 2.ELPOLOGREG (FR) 3.BADDESLEY (IRE)

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NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

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

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2928, 2nd £1464, 3rd £732, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72)

THIRD RACE 3.00

1m 7f 195y

Leading course trainer (19-24): G L Moore (53 wins from 331 runners, 16%) runs SANITISER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (6 wins from 13 runners, 46%) runs UNCLE ARTHUR

Longest Traveller: GARITSA BAY trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 163 miles.

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

no horse age st-lb

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SALVATORE (GER) (30) 050 5 11-12

Br Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Salve Sardegna (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O Mr Browns Boys Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Mr Gestut Hachtsee Olbg S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat for Peter Schiergen, winning twice from 4 starts in 2022. Hasn’t troubled the judge in a handful of runs over hurdles so far but it’s not hard to envisage a bold show from this 5-y-o now pitched into a handicap for his in-form yard. Tongue strap applied. TFR##### BHA95

2

SANITISER (GB) (119) 3543-4 5 11-11

Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Spicy Dal Niall Houlihan J

O Sunville Rail Limited Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Arbib Bloodstock Partnership

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K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW UsefulhandicapperontheFlatand,thoughyettostrikeoverhurdles,it’sstillearlydaysforhiminthissphereandhecaughttheeyewhenfourth of 13 at Kempton (2m, good to soft) in November. Wasn’t given a hard time on that occasion and he’s a key player off the same mark. TFR####! BHA94

MOUNTAIN BAY (IRE) (24)

0-0506P

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - My Mountain (IRE)

5 11-11

Bradley Harris (3) J

O New Venture Syndicate Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Mr Oliver Broderick

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who showed some ability when fifth in Wincanton novice in November but he hasn’t built on that in 3 subsequent starts. TFR#!!!! BHA94

CREWS PITCH (GB) (123) 52653-5 D

Br B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Baile Dubh (IRE)

8 11-10

Daryl Jacob J

O Miss J. Short Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

B Mr J. McGrath & Miss S. Wilson

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form over hurdles for previous stable and shaped as if better for run when only fifth in a handicap at Ludlow on chasing debut. 3lb lower back in this sphere for new yard and he’s not without each-way hope. TFR###!! BHA93

GARITSA BAY (IRE)(19) 0060

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Oscar Ladensa (IRE)

6 11-9

Charlie Todd J

O John Nicholls Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Mrs Caroline O’Driscoll Hunter Plastics Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t shown much in a bumper/3 runs over hurdles and needs to raise his game now switched to handicap company.

UNCLE ARTHUR (GB)

(27) 4013F5 D

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Mini Muck

TFR#!!!! BHA92

6 11-6

Tom Cannon J

O Houghton and Lang James Owen, Newmarket T

B Nigel Twiston-Davies RBC Scaffolding Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened hurdles account on fourth and final start for Fergal O’Brien in December and ran with credit back in handicap company for new yard at Newcastle next time. Ran no sort of race at Lingfield last time but possibilities here if able to get back on track. TFR###!! BHA89

MARTIN SPIRIT (IRE) (48) 025-000

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Tribune Libre (IRE)

7 11-0

Lee Edwards J

O Mr T. Cusden Adam West, Epsom T

B Skymarc Farm Inc and Ecurie Des Monceaux

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over fences in France and has hit the crossbar several times over hurdles. However, record stands at 0-23 in this sphere and he’s opposable. Has undergone a wind op since latest start. TFR##!!! BHA83

SAWPIT SAMANTHA (GB) (83) 6/066-6P

6 10-9

Br B m Champs Elysees - Sawpit Supreme Sean Bowen J

O Mr David A. Hunt Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

B Mr D. A. Hunt Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little over hurdles so far and hopes now pinned on the first-time cheekpieces sparking improvement. TFR#!!!! BHA78

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: INFERNO SACREE (FR) 5 11 3 Tom Buckley 13-8 (Nigel Hawke) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note:

SANITISER: Following its run on 13/11/2023 it was reported that the horse made a mistake.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Salvatore (GER), 10-3 Sanitiser (GB), 5-1 Uncle Arthur (GB), 13-2 Crews Pitch (GB), 20-1 Martin Spirit (IRE), 33-1 Sawpit Samantha (GB), 50-1 Mountain Bay (IRE), Garitsa Bay (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

There should be better to come from dual Flat winner SALVATORE now that he moves into handicap company off what looks a fair opening mark. Sanitiser is clear second choice on the back of his eye-catching spin at Kempton, which was his first start over hurdles for the Gary Moore yard, while Crews Pitch and Uncle Arthur both have each-way claims.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SALVATORE (GER) 2.SANITISER 3.CREWS PITCH

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3m 217y

Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (55 wins from 234 runners, 24%) runs SAN PEDRO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Gordon (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs SAN PEDRO

Weightwatcher: JERRASH won off a handicap mark of 127, his rating is now down 6lb to 121.

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

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JERRASH (GB) (43) 1P0-4P2 CD

7 12-0

Br B g Kayf Tara - Sudden Light (IRE) Niall Houlihan J

O Mr Ashley Head & Mr G L Moore Gary Moore, Horsham T

B M&R Refurbishments Ltd

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over C&D off 6lb higher last January and, having taken a step back in the right direction in first-time blinkers (retained here) over fences at Fontwell last time, he should prove hard to beat back hurdling in a thin race. TFR##### BHA121

2 I SEE

YOU

WELL (FR) (25) 0265U6 C

11 11-10

Br B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Bonne Mere (FR) Bradley Harris (3) J

O Philippa Downing, Clive Dunning & S Pitt Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Mr Michael Bauduin & Mr Francois Mell

TIMEFORM VIEW Something of a course specialist, winning 5 times over fences here. However, recent efforts have lacked spark and he hasn’t been seen out in this sphere since finishing fourth in the 2019 renewal of this race. TFR###!! BHA117

3 BALLINSKER

(IRE)

(90) 21-306P C

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

O Vale Racing

B Thomas Maher

9 11-3

Miss Eleanor Williams (7) J

Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a third win over fences at Chepstow last spring but no show in 3 outings since returning to action in November, including back hurdling at Ffos Las on penultimate start. TFR#!!!! BHA110

4 SAN PEDRO (IRE) (18) 4-15314

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Elle Woods (IRE)

O The Rockbourne Partnership

CD

7 10-9

Freddie Gordon (5) J

Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Kilcarn Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Came good for this yard with a wide-margin C&D (soft) success last month. Last of 4 without a penalty at Lingfield 10 days later and new 6lb higher mark has now kicked in but will certainly have a chance if he puts his best foot forward. TFR####! BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

2023: RAMO (FR) 6 10 2 Charlie Deutsch 7-4 (Venetia Williams) 6 ran Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note:

BALLINSKER: Following its run on 12/12/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Probable S.P’s: 4-7 Jerrash (GB), 10-3 San Pedro (IRE), 15-2 I See You Well (FR), 25-1 Ballinsker (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

This race has got JERRASH written all over it on the back of his solid second with blinkers enlisted in a handicap chase at Fontwell. He was a winner over C&D on his sole previous visit here last season and has slipped to a handy mark. San Pedro is the pick for forecast purposes ahead of I See You Well.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JERRASH 2.SAN PEDRO (IRE) 3.I SEE YOU WELL (FR)

THE

CHASE (CLASS 5)

Leading course trainer (19-24): S Mullins (18 wins from 124 runners, 15%) runs HILLTOWN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H Derham (2 wins from 13 runners, 15%) runs HARD FROST

Longest Traveller: BALLYCORR trained by H Oliver, Kinnersley, 204 miles.

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

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HEAD ON (IRE) (43) P3/-P2P6

8 12-0

Br Br g Robin des Champs (FR) - Miss Baloo (IRE) Charlie Todd J

O Mr S. J. Cox Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Mr K. D. Cotter Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times in early stages of the 2021-22 campaign and has shaped better than the result a couple of times over fences this term. Not discounted from an appealing mark. TFR###!! BHA97

BORN AT MIDNIGHT (GB) (7) P32-341 CD 9 11-13 (in 7lb ex)

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 Career best when winning 5-runner handicap chase at this C&D (soft, 9/2) 7 days ago, pushed out. Should go well under a penalty if the race doesn’t come too soon.

TFR####! BHA89

DELGANY MONARCH (IRE)(83) 4321-6U CD 9 11-9

Br Ch g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Naughty Marietta (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3) J

O Encore Partnership V11

B Michael Martin Sheehan

Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

Southern Cranes & Access Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Only one who showed his form when landing 3-runner C&D handicap back in April and whilst he probably needed his seasonal return at Taunton (has unseated since), his present mark demands that little bit more. TFR###!! BHA92

HARD

FROST

(FR) (46) 224-210 BF 7

Br B g Silver Frost (IRE) - Lottie Belle (FR)

O Brackenrigg Partnership

11-7

Paul O’Brien J

Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Mr P. Tardieu De Maleissye Melun et al Olbg S

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement when narrowly landing 9-runner handicap chase at Taunton in December and, while not in the same form at Huntingdon since, he could get back on track after a short break.

TFR##### BHA90

FLEMEN’S TIPPLE (IRE) (14) 225-242 BF 7 11-6

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Marie des Anges (FR)

O Jokulhlaup Syndicate

Philip Armson (3) J

Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Miss Lisa Pyne Global Herbs Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Wilted only late on chase debut at Market Rasen and shaped as if still in form back over hurdles at this course last time. Has some scope for better in this sphere.

BALLYCORR (IRE) (26) 34/104-0

TFR####! BHA89

9 10-9

Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Taras Child (IRE) Lee Edwards J

O Talking Pictures TV Limited

Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T

B Mrs Maura McSweeney Renown Pictures Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support as he won his first race of any description at Sedgefield in May 2022. Sub-par efforts since, though, and needs to prove he retains ability.

HILLTOWN (IRE) (65) 4303P3 C

TFR##!!! BHA78

6 10-4

Br B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - California Rose Bradley Harris (3) J

O Hilltown Syndicate Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Holborn Trust Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran in snatches when below form at Wincanton last time. Worth a market check after a break but doesn’t seem to be heading down the handicap. TFR###!! BHA73

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023: GOLD CLERMONT (FR) 7 11 3 Philip Armson 22-1 (Andy Irvine) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note:

HARD FROST: Following its run on 25/1/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Born At Midnight (GB), 7-2 Flemen’s Tipple (IRE), 5-1 Hard Frost (FR), 13-2 Hilltown (IRE), 8-1 Head On (IRE), 14-1 Delgany Monarch (IRE), 25-1 Ballycorr (IRE)

HARD FROST has a poor run to shrug off but he’d been developing a solid record over fences prior to that and he’s worth a chance to get back on the up. Recent-scorer Born At Midnight is an obvious threat and Flemen’s Tipple has the potential for better after just one run in this discipline.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HARD FROST (FR) 2.BORN AT MIDNIGHT 3.FLEMEN’S TIPPLE (IRE)

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Available for £10 cash.

In loving memory of John Joseph

26/08/47-29/01/24

Ellis

An avid supporter and member of Plumpton Racecourse.

With his family and friends over the years he enjoyed lots of wonderful meetings and had lots of great memories. As a family, we will continue this tradition in his memory.

In true Johnny Ellis words “Rain, wind, sun or even snow! It’s always a good day at Plumpton.”

THE

4)

Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (55 wins from 234 runners, 24%) runs SMALL BAD BOB

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 20 runners, 40%) runs INDIVIDUALISTE

Weightwatcher: SMALL BAD BOB won off a handicap mark of 117, his rating is now down 9lb to 108.

Longest Traveller: ON MY COMMAND trained by M Keighley, Cheltenham, 147 miles.

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COLOURS ON CANVAS (FR)(28) 4-1021 CD 5 12-0

Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Passion Francaise (FR) Sean Bowen J

O Mr J. Daniels Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

B Mrs Marie Illegems

TIMEFORM VIEW Right back on the up when winning 7-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D (soft) 28 days ago, kept up to work. Expected to be bang there. TFR####! BHA118

ON MY COMMAND (IRE) (31) 1013/5-4 CD 8 11-13

Br B m War Command (USA) - Highindi Harry Atkins (7) J

O Mr John I Neocleous Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T

B Sean Connolly FBC Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over hurdles for Harry Fry and, while she’s been below form on both starts since leaving that stable, she might well come on for her latest effort at Kempton.

NORDIC TIGER (FR)

(32) 453311

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Tigresse Rose (FR)

O Harry Derham Racing Club

TFR##!!! BHA117

5 11-10

Alice Stevens (5) J

Harry Derham, Newbury T

B L. de Premont, G. de Premont & T. Van De Olbg S

TIMEFORM VIEW French import who is firmly on the up now and dug deep to score at Huntingdon a month ago. Return to this trip will suit and should put up a bold bid for the hat-trick.

INDIVIDUALISTE (FR) (23) 45314P

Br Ro g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Intellingencia (FR)

TFR##### BHA114

6 11-9

Bryony Frost J

O Daley & Hobbs Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B S.A.R.L. European Bloodstock Management Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a facile success eased in class/equipped with cheekpieces over hurdles at Taunton (19f) in December. However, that proved a weak race and he’s been unable to match it, including over fences at Wincanton last time. Needs to bounce back. TFR###!! BHA113

CASA LOUPI (GB) (27) 1/6/-P40F C

Br Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Kameruka

O Mrs Giles Pritchard-Gordon

B Giles W. Pritchard-Gordon (Farming) Ltd

7 11-7

Niall Houlihan J

Gary Moore, Horsham T

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has run below-par all three completed starts back over hurdles and fell on chasing debut at Lingfield last month. Plenty to prove. TFR##!!! BHA111

SMALL BAD BOB (IRE)

(105) 312210 C

Br B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Baileys Gleam

O John H W Finch & Rockbourne Partnership

9 11-4

Freddie Gordon (5) J

Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Swordlestown Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler/chaser for Paul Henderson and struck over hurdles at just the second time of asking for new trainer Chris Gordon here in October. Not in same form at Kempton next time but can bounce back after a break. TFR###!! BHA108

7 RAY’S THE ONE (GB) (42) 3046-00

7 10-4

Br B g Mount Nelson - Tenpence Marc Goldstein J

O M I Pattinson Racing Mark Pattinson, Epsom T

B Dullingham Park

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but well held both starts this season. Up in trip and fitted with a first-time tongue strap. TFR##!!! BHA94

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023: CONKWELL LEGEND 9 11 13 A P Heskin 10-1 (Neil Mulholland) 6 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.

S.P’s: 7-4 Colours On Canvas (FR), 5-2 Nordic Tiger (FR), 4-1 Small Bad Bob (IRE), 12-1 Individualiste (FR), 25-1 Ray’s The One (GB), 33-1 On My Command (IRE), Casa Loupi (GB)

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Probable

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

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.00 - THE BETTING.BET ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 5th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. Betting.bet have generously sponsored this race and A memento will be awarded 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. 14 entries at £40. - Closed March 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

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Second Race 2.30 - THE BETTING.BET CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL FREE BETS NOVICES’ 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 5th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Betting.bet have generously sponsored this race and A memento will be awarded 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 March 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE BETTING.BET HORSE RACING TIPS AGGREGATOR NOVICES’ LIMITED 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, the fourth £440 and the fifth £219. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, March 5th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Betting.bet 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. 18 entries at £36.Closed March 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.30 - THE nagsbet.com £10 FREE BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430 and the fourth £1216. 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 9th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Betting.bet have generously sponsored this race and A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and a £50 cashprize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £20 and 12 at £100. - Closed March 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 33 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.00 - THE cheltenhamfestival.com 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, March 5th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Betting.bet have generously sponsored this race and A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and a £50 cashprize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries at £40. - Closed March 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Sixth Race 4.30 - THE JOHN ELLIS MEMORIAL 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 9th. Penalties, after March 2nd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Friends and family of John Ellis have generously sponsored this race and A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and a £50 cashprize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries, at £50. - Closed March 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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