Plumpton Racecard - Monday 21st October by Weatherbys

MONDAY 21ST OCTOBER 2024

Oﬃcial race programme £3.00

WELCOME

Welcome to the Bob Champion Cancer Trust Raceday

Our second fixture of the season is the well-known Charity Raceday run alongside the Bob Champion Cancer Trust. Bob’s is a remarkable story, as a person, within the sport of racing and even on the big screen! However, I’m sure it is universally agreed that setting up his wonderful Charity that raises thousands for Cancer Research every year is the best achievement. Today we are here to try and raise some more money for that cause and it is just one of many important days for the trust and so do look at their website and feel free to donate and please do have a look at the silent auction in the Final Fence Restaurant entrance.

I would like to thank our Partners; Southern Cranes and Access Ltd, BetGoodwin and Strong Flavours for their tremendous support for the 2024/25 Season, along with today’s sponsors, Mrs Valda Embiricos & Family, Mr Ian Humphries, The Aldaniti Partnership and SIS & the Josh Gifford Family. We wish you all have a tremendous day.

Today we have 68 runners going to post over 8 races with £74k of prize money on offer. Our feature on the track today is our fifth race the £17.5k Nick Embiricos Memorial Handicap Chase which was won by Sacre Coeur, trained by Dan Skelton and ridden by Fergus Gillard beating Deeper Blue by 1l. The renewal this year looks strong with eight going to post.

We will also be presenting The Jeffrey Peate Trainers and Jockeys Challenge Final results for the 2023/24 Season after the third race. It was hard fought across both trainers and jockeys with Chris Gordon winning back-to-back titles and Rex Dingle winning for the first time. Congratulations to both and we look forward to an equally compelling season again.

Over the past couple of seasons our Retired Racehorse Stable has been very popular and today we are lucky to have Bright Forecast aka Sunny, who ran under rules 4 times winning twice, and being placed for the other two races, winning £33,000 in prize money. Pop down and give him a polo and a pat.

For this season we have introduced an ambassador to Plumpton Racecourse. Alex Embiricos, daughter of Nick and Valda who owned Aldaniti has been both successful as a jockey and a trainer and now manages Barkfold Manor Stud. Over the past 20 years she has raised a considerable sum for the Bob Champion Cancer Trust and become a Trustee. Alex will be working with Plumpton representing the racecourse in a positive light, both online and in-person, while actively promoting the venue and its events.

Looking ahead we have five racedays before Christmas, so make sure you book early to take advantage of our best priced tickets. Christmas is always in high demand, so if you are thinking of booking hospitality for either the 2nd or 16th December make sure you contact our team now, not to miss out.

Have a great day.

Best wishes

Craig Staddon Chief Executive

TODAY’S RACING

Stewards

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Monday 21st October 2024

STEVE DROWNE (Chief Steward) MICHAEL ANDREWS (Stewards’ Panel Chair), KATE SMITH, CODY WATKINS

Starters JAMES STENNING, SAM AVIS

Judge JANE GREEN

Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD

Veterinary Oﬃcer MARK MURRELL

Commentator SIMON HOLT

Raceday Announcer LEE MCKENZIE

Medical Oﬃcers Dr LUCY FREE (SRMO), Dr RISWAN GHAANI, Dr ROB DENNEY

JMR Nurse MICHELE FORSDICK

Physio SALLY DUFTY

Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAEMPFLI (SVS), NATASHA JOCELYN, EMILY ERDE

Betting Ring Manager DUNCAN LILLYWHITE

Equine Welfare and Integrity Oﬃcers PETER DOUBLE, SARAH COLLINS, CAROL LEGGETT

Safeguarding Lead STEVE TOMLIN

Deputy Safeguarding Lead CRAIG STADDON

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

Chief Executive 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 Morrill Marketing Executive

Martyn Smith Company Accountant

TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM

Top Jump Trainers with Runners Today

Olly Murphy - will be hoping to continue his impressive strike rate this month and saddles For Pleasure (IRE) in the 4:25 today.

Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today

Dylan Johnston - will be looking to continue his hot streak and rides Man of the Sea (IRE) in the 4:25 today.

Final Fence Restaurant

Final Fence Restaurant £90pp, £85pp,

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

ROMAN ROY failed to build on a promising debut when fifth in a Kempton bumper on his latest start in February, but Paul Nicholls’ gelding still showed plenty of promise and could be hard to beat in this company. Dotties Star has been running well enough on the Flat of late to suggest he can make the frame, while Clinton Lane is the pick of the remainder. totewin: Roman Roy

toteeachway: Dotties Star

Lord Maher has to be of interest on his debut for these connections having won a Roscommon bumper in June, but marginal preference is for TOUQUET. The five-year-old scored on debut in a bumper at Sandown last November and can be given another chance following his subsequent defeat under a penalty at the same venue. Good Too was useful on the level and is another to note.

totewin: Touquet

toteeachway: Lord Maher

TIME TO BITE only found one too good when trying to land a double on his most recent outing at Fakenham in June and it would be no surprise to see him make a winning return off the same mark. Kankin failed to fire on his most recent outing but he is a player on his previous success at Fakenham, while Kalkas edges out Jack Doyen to be pick of the rest.

totewin: Time To Bite

toteeachway: Kankin

Placed on three of his last four starts in this sphere, ROYAL DEESIDE brings a level of consistency to this open contest and that may be enough to see him get off the mark under suitable conditions. Barenboim has yet to put it together for new connections but must enter calculations, along with Invictus De Brion and Sami Bear, who has dropped 4lb below his last winning mark.

totewin: Royal Deeside

toteeachway: Sami Bear

PRINCE QUALI has no margin for error off top-weight on his seasonal debut, but the way he got the job done when landing the double over 2m at Chepstow earlier in the year gave the impression that he would relish going up in trip and a 6lb rise may not be enough to stop him. A promising second at Kempton when last seen in May, Menaggio is one to monitor for market support on his chasing bow, while Icare Grandchamp looks to build upon a first career success at Newton Abbot in June.

totewin: Prince Quali

toteeachway: Menaggio

Only worn down late in the piece when attempting to land the double at Warwick in May, DAVIDOC had previously been an impressive winner over this C&D and returning to the Sussex track is a big plus as he looks to strike off 1lb higher. A career-best second in the Swinton Hurdle at Haydock in May, Tapley can give him plenty to think about, along with For Pleasure, who should be race-fit after a recent spin on the level at Bath.

totewin: Davidoc

toteeachway: Tapley

RIVER TYNE accounted for his nearest rival by over a length when scoring at Fontwell in May and she makes her return to action off 7lb higher. Nick Gifford’s nine-year-old might only need to produce a repeat of that display in order to record a double. Ballyrashane struck at Uttoxeter earlier in the month and it would be no surprise to see him feature again following a 5lb rise, while Hobb’s Delight is another to note on his chase debut.

totewin: River Tyne

toteeachway: Ballyrashane

Belles Benefit was well beaten when second in a stronger event than this at Sedgefield last time, but she might get closer on the downgrade off a 1lb lower rating. However, it may pay to side with BELLA CAVALLA. Neil Mulholland’s six-year-old finished over nine lengths clear of the third when runner-up over 3m2f here last month and was put up 5lb for that display. If she can reproduce that level of form, she could be the one to beat. Luna Run completes the shortlist.

totewin: Bella Cavalla

toteeachway: Belles Benefit

RACING INFORMATION

DOMOFMARY(FR)(49)321-546

Br B g Saddler

O Mr P. J. Cave

B Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux

Caoilin Quinn (3) J

David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T

TIMEFORM VIEW GotoﬀthemarkoverfencesatStratfordinAprilandcaughttheeyeafter6monthsoﬀwhenarunning-on fourthatPlumpton(25.7f,goodtosoft).DecentsixthinmuchbetterraceatCheltenhamsoonafter. TFR BHA118

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.

Look out for Letters:

= Has won at this course

D = Has won over this distance

CD = Has won over this distance at this course

BF = Was a beaten favourite

- = New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race

F = Horse fell

U = Rider unseated

R = Horse refused to race

CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse

B = Horse was brought down

S = Horse slipped

r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race

d = Disqualified

Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.

3. Timeform view and TFR rating

Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.

6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey

7. Saddlecloth number

8. Horse’s name

9. Days since the horse last run

10. Horse’s age

11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)

12. The horse’s breeding –father (sire) and mother (dam)

13. Horse’s owner

14. Horse’s breeder

15. Birthplace of horse

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

Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR)

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

1. FORM EXPERT VIEW

4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION

5. JOCKEYS

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in the UK. Every year, over 55,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer with, sadly, over 12,000 losing their lives to the disease.

Thank you for your support

The Bob Champion Cancer Trust 7 Square Rigger Row, Plantation Wharf, London SW11 3TZ

Tel. 020 7924 3553

info@bobchampion.org.uk

Reg Charity No: 1024664

Bob Champion Research & Education Building - UEA

The Trustees of the Bob Champion Cancer Trust would like to thank all those who have contributed so much towards the success of today, to all those who generously donated auction prizes, for placing their racing colours in the racecard and for sponsoring a Shetland Pony…

With special thanks to The Committee:

Tim Fox (Chairman)

Alex Embiricos

Ruth Gifford

Jayne Moore

Lucie Moore

Heather Silk

Craig Staddon

Lucy Wilkinson

Jenny Yeo MBE

Carrie Zetter-Wells

Our Race Sponsors:

Back British Farmers

Bet Goodwin

Mrs Valda Embiricos

Mr Ian Humphries & Mrs Vicki Morgan

Recycled Products Ltd

SIS

The Aldaniti Partnership

We wish you a very enjoyable day’s racing and thank you for your support.

www.bobchampion.org.uk

Reg. Charities Act 1960 No 1024664

SILENT AUCTION

Please visit our Silent Auction display within the Plumpton Marquee after 1pm to place your bids. Last bids 4:45pm

London International Horse Show - two seats for the grand finale afternoon performance on Sunday 22nd December 2024 at the Excel Centre.

Kindly donated by Alex Embiricos

2. Magnum of Joseph Perrier Champagne

Kindly donated by Hennings Wine

3. Morning on the gallops with Gary and Josh Moore followed by lunch in Plumpton’s Paddock Restaurant and afternoon racing for four

Kindly donated by Gary and Josh Moore and Plumpton Racecourse

One hour photo session with your horse Toni Heath specialises in emotive portrait and equine photography. Includes briefing call and ten photos. Travel costs may apply if outside Sussex.

Kindly donated by Toni Heath www.cuttlebone.co.uk

5. Luxurious Spa Day for one at Herb House, Lime Wood choose from a range of holistic treatments to calm the mind and body and enjoy feel-good food and drinks from Raw & Cured throughout your stay, you’ll also enjoy a half bottle of sparkling wine with lunch.

Kindly donated by Carrie Zetter Wells

6. Handcrafted Keeley cricket bat – Keeley, the choice of leading cricketers worldwide

Kindly donated by Keeley Cricket

7. 40th Anniversary signed print of Bob Champion and Aldaniti by Jane Wills

Kindly donated by the artist

8. Rhino Tears beautiful solid silver snake chain with matching pair of solid silver earrings Rhino Tears donates 100% of their profits to conservation and anti-poaching projects across Africa

Kindly donated by www.rhinotears.org

9. An evening’s fly fishing at Bardogs, Toys Hill, Kent for two includes a smoked salmon and champagne picnic

Kindly donated by Ann Cairns

10. Fortum & Mason Chocolate Gift set Kindly donated anonymously

11. Intelligent Dachshund bronze captures the characteristics of this much-loved breed. Bronze finish cast bronze resin 18cm x 10cm

Kindly donated by the sculptor, Michael Simpson

12. Ollie Pope signed England cricket shirt with England cricket cap

Kindly donated by Ollie Pope

13. A Red Mills jacket and baseball cap

Kindly donated by Red Mills

14. A two night stay for two in a luxury glamping pod set in the heart of the South Downs including a morning on the gallops with Nick Gifford Racing

Kindly donated by Nick and Ruth Gifford

15. King Edward VII Enclosure at Ascot on Saturday 23rd November 2024 Four tickets to enjoy a day’s racing in comfort. Located on level 4, the enclosure offers premium trackside and parade ring viewing

Kindly donated by Ascot Racecourse

16. A morning on the gallops for four plus champagne breakfast with local trainer, Chris Gordon, at Morestead Farm Stables

Kindly donated by Chris Gordon Racing

17. Racing and lunch for two in the Trackside Restaurant at Lingfield Park Racecourse

Kindly donated by Arena Leisure

18. A morning on the gallops and stable tour for four with champagne breakfast with Festival winning trainer Ban Pauling. Visit Ben’s world-class purpose built training facility set in the heart of the Cotswolds

Kindly donated by Ben Pauling Racing

19. A wicker hamper full of treats including teas, jam’s, chocolate and wine

Kindly created and donated by Miranda Fox

20. Harriet Glen silver stylish racing cufflinks with swivel bar

Kindly donated by Harriet Glen

21. Limited edition ‘High Bird’ bronze by sculptor Michael Simpson

Kindly donated by the sculptor

22. A three-course lunch for two with sommelier paired wines at Chelsea’s Michelin starred Elystan Street, one of London’s leading restaurants

Kindly donated by Elystan Street

23. Entertain in style, Andy Irvine, private chef will prepare a three-course fine dining experience for up to eight in the comfort of your own home

Kindly donated by the chef, Andy Irvine

24. Jamie Moore’s framed breeches signed by leading National Hunt jockeys including Jamie Moore, Harry Skelton, Gavin Sheehan, Nico de Boinville, Harry Cobden and many more!

Kindly donated by Jamie Moore

25. A morning on the gallops for four with Fergal O’Brien at his Ravenswell yard with champagne breakfast

Kindly donated by Fergal

26. A morning on the gallops for four at Warren Chase Stables, Warwickshire with trainer Olly Murphy followed by breakfast

Kindly donated by Olly Murphy

27. Team gilet signed by Oisin Murphy and Matt Chapman as part of ‘London and South’ racing league

Kindly donated by Matt Chapman

28. A morning on the gallops for four with Tom Ellis followed by racing at Warwick Racecourse

Kindly donated by Tom Ellis Racing

29. Dua Lipa - two VIP tickets to Wembley Stadium in June 2025, part of her sold out ‘radical optimism’ tour

Kindly donated by Dua Lipa

30. A stunning silk scarf depicting the winner of the 1935 Derby

Kindly donated by Althea Gifford

31. A beautifully crafted framed display of metal racing badges – a unique piece

Kindly donated by Carry and Adrian Smith

32. A week’s stay for two at Dairy Cottage, Adversane. A beautiful rural one bedroom cottage in the heart of Sussex within walking distance of local pubs, ideal for Goodwood.

Kindly donated by Sally Cripps

33. A limited edition framed print ‘Togetherness’ by Liz Armstrong

Kindly donated by the artist

34. Framed limited edition print of National Hunt legend, Kauto Star

Kindly donated anonymously

35. A three night stay for two at the romantic Le Petit Bois – a beautiful, dog friendly, gite in the rural Correze region, located 5 minutes from Pompadour, renowned as the ‘city of the horse’ with its own racecourse

Kindly Donated by Sam and George Haine

36. Two tickets to the opening match of the Women’s Rugby World Cup at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light 22nd August 2025

Kindly donated by Alex Embiricos

37. House of Tweed luxury star patterned shawl

Kindly donated anonymously

38. Limited edition Jane Wills signed print of the ‘King of Aintree’ Red Rum

Kindly donated by the artist

39. Eight person Yurt Tent this lightweight yurt takes only 20 minutes to erect and comes with integrated table

Kindly donated by Alex Embiricos

Last bids taken 4.45pm.

Terms and conditions of bidding

All prizes and lots have been donated by third parties and are accepted or acquired on the donors’ terms where applicable. Some items may be subject to specific terms and conditions, for example prizes to be taken by a specific date. Please check with the donor. Neither Bob Champion Cancer Trust, Plumpton Racecourse or the donor will be responsible to the bidder or any of their guests for the quality or safety of the items donated and/ or any loss, injury, death, or delay (so far permitted by law) which may arise through their acceptance or use. Statements by Bob Champion Cancer Trust, Plumpton Racecourse and the donor regarding the condition of lots are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statement of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability. If you are the successful winning bidder, payment will be required before the prizes are collected. All bids are binding. Registered Charity Number: 1024664

The Trustees and Committee would like to thank the following for their generous support for the day.

The Aldaniti Partnership

Alwens & Digweeds

Mr Robert Barnett

Ronnie Bartlett

Bryan Burrough Henry Candy

Sir Edward Cazalet

Mrs B Chantler

Mrs S N Embiricos & Miss A Embiricos

Miss Jane Goddard

Goodwood Racehorse Owners Group

Raymond Green

Highclere Thoroughbred Racing

Alan King

Hot To Trot Racing

David Leon

Jack Berry

Sir Martin Broughton

Ralph Leonard Barton

The Brooks Family

The Hampton Partnership

Goodwin Racing Ltd

Ham Manor Farms

Ben Haynes

Lord Zetland

Carrie Zetter-Wells

Lordship Stud Louisville Syndicate

Mrs J Magnier Christine Muddle

Paul Murphy Turrloo Parrett

Capt. A Pratt

Sir Thomas Pilkington

John Rogerson

Miss K Rausing

Recycled Products Ltd

Mrs E Roberts

David Thurlow

Anthony Speelman

The Winning Hand Lady Thompson

Mr & Mrs Welby

Mr & Mrs Mark Tracey

P J Vogt

Mr & Mrs Paul Rooney

Peter Savill

David Martin Slade

Mrs Susan Roy

SHETLAND PONY DERBY

The Recycled Products Ltd Shetland Pony Derby in aid of the Bob Champion Cancer Trust

Prizes presented by Susie Burrage OBE on behalf of Recycled Products Ltd

KEY Owner Jockey Trainer

1 BOB’S BIG BENTLEY

Sponsor S

Mrs M Shepherd Lilly Drapper

Mrs M Shepherd Carrie Zetter-Wells

This combination have shown outstanding form all season over fences.

2 SPINDLY

Mrs S Day Ellie Day

Mrs S Day Val Knot and Ian Berger

First year for jockey Experienced pony, has done well over fences this year

3 ROUNDSTONE FLYER

Mr J Goddard

Imogen Goddard

Mr J Goddard Ham Manor Farms

Second season racing for this combination. Has been very consistent all year

4 MINIMOU

Ms C Walton Joshua Smart

Ms C Walton Sir Martin Broughton

New combination this year Has been very consistent First race on the ﬂat

5 YEATS

Mrs H Roddis

Hettie Roddis

Mrs H Roddis Mrs Susan Magnier

This combination has shown great form all season over fences.

6 MORE SUNSHINE

Mrs L Dadson Florence Watson

Mrs L Dadson

Very experienced pony, ﬁrst season for the jockey Great speed a huge contender

Mr & Mrs Mark Tracey

7 LOONEY ROONEY

Mrs V Twiston-Davies

First season combination. Has improved with every race

8 LITTLE ALDANITI

Ted Twiston-Davis

Mr & Mrs Paul Rooney

Miss I Bride Fluer Smith

Miss I Bride The Aldaniti Partnership

Second season racing for this combination. Has improved all season

9 LA MAITRE

Miss K Harrison & Ms K Maloney

Charlie Harrison-Gigney

Miss K Harrison S David Leon

Experienced combination. Always runs a good race

10 BIG BAD BOB

Mrs T Mitchell

First ﬂat race for the jockey Has done well all season

Poppy Willis

S Mrs Susan Roy

11 METAL MICKY

Mr R Hand

Ms J Dines

First season for this pony Never runs a bad race

12 AVTRADE

Mrs T Greatrex

First season racing for this pony Has improved all season

Henry Graham

S Recycled Products Ltd

Nell Greatrex

S The Brooks Family

ACCESSIBILITY AT PLUMPTON RACECOURSE

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

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

BRIGHT FORECAST RETIRED RACEHORSE STABLE

2014 BAY GELDING

SIRE: ARCADIO DAM: CHECK THE FORECAST TRAINER: BEN PAULING Sunny only ran under rules 4 times winning twice, and being placed 2nd and 3rd in his other races, he took home £33,000 in prize money before suffering from a heart fibrillation. In his retirement Sunny has been an excellent show jumper and regularly competed in Showjumping and Arena Eventing.

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

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

Race Stats

Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (59 wins from 241 runners, 24%) runs GOODWIN FACE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (8 wins from 23 runners, 35%) runs GUINNESS LAD

Longest Traveller: SCARLET trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 290 miles.

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

CLINTON LANE (GB) (138) 001P-5P 6 11-7

Br Ch g Linda’s Lad - Midnight Seranade (IRE)

Fergus Gillard J

O Mr T. J. C. Seegar Mark Gillard, Sherborne T

B Whitegate Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest form required to take a Fontwell maiden on heavy in March. Found life tougher on his next 3 starts and surely vulnerable for win purposes under a penalty on this ﬁrst outing since June. TFRHHHII BHA95

DOTTIES STAR

(GB) (13) 363/- 5 11-0

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Young Dottie

Sean Houlihan J

O Ermyn Lodge Stud Pat Phelan, Epsom T

B Tony J. Smith

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in 2 bumpers in 2023. Has developed into a modest maiden handicapper on the Flat last month, finishing second at Brighton 13 days ago. Could have a fitness edge on some of these now hurdling after in a first-time hood. TFRHHHII BHA-

EKLIL (GB) (77) P-

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Raaqy (IRE)

O Adrian Lewers & Dan Shaw

5 11-0

Niall Houlihan J

Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Funnel Fuel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for Rae Guest in 2023 but has struggled to get competitive for current yard. Pulled up on previous attempt over hurdles last November. TFRHHIII BHA-

ROMAN ROY

(GB) (240) 25- 5 11-0

Br Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Present Your Case (IRE)

Lorcan Williams J

O Mr Graeme Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Yorton Farm Stud Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second in a Wincanton bumper on debut last November. Only ﬁfth when favourite at Kempton 3 months later but he still achieved fair form and looks to have struck upon a weak race now hurdling on his return from wind surgery. TFRHHHHH BHA-

SMITH

(IRE) (37) 0/PP/-

Br Ch g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Alazeya (IRE)

O Mrs Lydia Richards

8 11-0

Marc Goldstein J

Lydia Richards, Chichester T

B John Connaughton Lydia Richards Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Six-time winner at up to 2m on the Flat but hasn’t taken to hurdling in 3 attempts. TFRHHIII BHA-

GOODWIN FACE (FR) (18) F-5

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Rose Bombon (FR)

O Goodwin Racing Ltd

4 10-13

Rex Dingle J

Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B David & Helene Delajarraud Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to a couple of hurdle winners. Oﬀ 10 months after falling on his debut last November and more than hinted at ability when ﬁfth on 2m Warwick return 18 days ago. May do better and might be the one to chase home Roamn Roy. TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br Bl g Berkshire (IRE) - Never Again (IRE)

James Bowen J

O Neil Mulholland Racing Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Jeremiah Fitzpatrick

TIMEFORM VIEW From a yard in form but he pulled hard and ﬁnished well beaten in a Worcester bumper last month. Has a hood ﬁtted now making a quick switch to hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-

JUKEBOX

JOKER

(IRE) (10) 50 4 10-13

Br B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Tudor Glyn (IRE)

Adam Wedge J O BAYTREE Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Ms M. Russell

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a bumper and novice hurdle 5 months apart.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9 SCARLET (GB) (47)

Br Ch f Sir Percy - Symbol

4 10-6

Shane Fenelon (5) J

O Mr Vernon Phillips Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T

B St Clare Hall Stud Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Little show on the Flat ahead of this switch to hurdles.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023: WESTERN SOLDIER (GER) 5 11 0 Jonathan Burke 4-5 (Milton Harris) 8 ran

Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 2, 7, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note:

EKLIL: Following its run on 5/8/2024 it was reported that the horse ran ﬂat and was never travelling

ROMAN ROY: Following its run on 24/2/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

GUINNESS LAD: Following its run on 16/9/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Roman Roy (GB), 15-2 Goodwin Face (FR), 12-1 Clinton Lane (GB), Dotties Star (GB), Guinness Lad (IRE), 20-1 Eklil (GB), 33-1 Smith (IRE), 40-1 Jukebox Joker (IRE), Scarlet (GB)

ROMAN ROY showed promise in bumpers last season and looks a bit of a standout for the Paul Nicholls yard. Goodwin Face oﬀered something to work on at Warwick recently and can follow him home ahead of Dotties Star.

THE GREAT BRITISH BONUS

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

THE MIGHTY TROTTER NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SECOND RACE 2.25

Leading course trainer (19-24): G & J Moore (46 wins from 314 runners, 15%) runs LUNA EFFECT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs LUNA EFFECT

Longest Traveller: MON THE HOOPS trained by C Honour, Ashburton, 197 miles.

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

1 AMI BONDHU (FR) (282) 0/14- D

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Rogation (FR)

5 11-0

James Davies J

O Mr Paul Bowtell Nick Giﬀord, Findon T

B Haras Du Hoguenet & Mr Gilles Lebaron Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut form well behind when landing a Fakenham bumper with something to spare in November. Not in quite the same form at Warwick 2 months later but he’s one to consider on hurdles debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-

GOOD TOO (FR) (56)

Br B g Ectot - Netsuke (IRE)

5 11-0

Lee Edwards J

O Mr D. Hewer Adam West, Epsom T

B Mrs Elisabeth Ribard

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), successful at Kempton in June, broke blood vessel at Epsom last time. Hurdles debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

REALISTIC OPTIMISM (IRE)

Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Innisfree Dawn (IRE)

O Mr John H. W. Finch

(758) 40/2152/- 7 11-0

Gavin Sheehan J

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B R. J. Whitford Betvictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner in Ireland who hasn’t been seen for 2 years but still strikes as an interesting hurdling debutant having changed stables. The market should be informative ﬁtted with a hood for the ﬁrst time. TFRHHHHI BHA-

TOUQUET

(FR) (261) 15- D

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Tahaza (FR)

5 11-0

Lorcan Williams J

O Mr Graeme Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mr Olivier Tricot et al Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW €185,000 son of Kapgarde who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in a Sandown bumper a year ago. Too keen to last out back there 11 weeks on but he’s had a breathing op and is sure to be well prepared for this hurdles bow ﬁtted with a hood. TFRHHHHH BHA-

BIRTHDAY ANGEL (IRE) (191)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE)

O Mrs Lydia Richards

4 10-13

Marc Goldstein J

Lydia Richards, Chichester T

B Yeomanstown Stud Lydia Richards Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to useful hurdler Teqany (winner around 2m) and fairly useful hurdler Castel Gandolfo (winner around 2m). Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), well below form in handicap last time. Sold from Archie Watson 21,000 gns in May. TFRHHIII BHA-

Br Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Cascading

O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd

B Ballylinch Stud & Ecurie Des Charmes

Adam Wedge J

Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper at best on Flat (stays 12.5f) for Charlie Johnston but ended 2023 out of sorts. Low-key hurdles debut but showed more ﬁtted with a tongue tie when fourth at Newton Abbot in August. TFRHHIII BHA-

Br B g Ocovango - Tagalong (IRE)

O Ballantine Bloodstock

Tom Cannon J

Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne T

B Mr Eamonn O’Connell Ballantine Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW €13,000 3-y-o, Ocovango gelding. Brother to fair hurdler The Niﬄer. Dam maiden pointer. Failed to complete in a couple of points but made a winning debut at Roscommon in June for S.Curling. Changed hands for £10,000 a month later. TFRHHHII BHA-

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Potent Embrace (USA)

O Mrs E. Avery

B The Potent Embrace Partnership

Niall Houlihan J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Some fair eﬀorts on the Flat when in the care of Roger Varian. Failed to ﬁre in 3 starts on the level for this yard but made a sound start to hurdles career when fourth at Fontwell 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 MON THE HOOPS (GB)

Br B f Linda’s Lad - Tara’s Garden

(42) 0-3

4 10-6

Bryan Carver J

O Miss Kylie Chase Chris Honour, Ashburton T

B Miss K. Chase Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited appeal on pedigree and little promise in bumpers 11 months apart. TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 3, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note:

2023:(See Div 1)

GOOD TOO: Following its run on 26/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

TOUQUET: Following its run on 3/2/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Touquet (FR), 5-1 Realistic Optimism (IRE), 11-2 Lord Maher (IRE), Luna Eﬀect (IRE), 17-2 Ami Bondhu (FR), 11-1 Good Too (FR), 22-1 Demilion (IRE), 33-1 Birthday Angel (IRE), 100-1 Mon The Hoops (GB)

TOUQUET won a bumper on debut last year and with a hood likely to help him settle now hurdling, he can make a winning return to action for his leading stable. Realistic Optimism and Ami Bondh are also of interest switched to obstacles.

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Raceday

BACK BRITISH FARMING

(CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

THIRD RACE 2.55

Leading course trainer (19-24): S Mullins (17 wins from 120 runners, 14%) runs ELPOLOGREG & MISS FEDORA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs WEST ORCHARD

Weightwatcher: JACK DOYEN won off a handicap mark of 90, his rating is now down 6lb to 84.

Longest Traveller: TIME TO BITE trained by C Honour, Ashburton, 197 miles.

KANKIN (GB) (142) 6453-15 D

8 12-0

Br Ch g Archipenko (USA) - Touriga Kielan Woods J

O The 25 Club Alex Hales, Edgecote T

B Wood Hall Stud Winwood Construction UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest chaser who edged ahead close home to double his tally at Fakenham in May. Respectable eﬀort next time and can make his presence felt if tuned up for this return. TFRHHHII BHA100

TIME TO

BITE

(IRE) (141) 3512-12 C 9 11-13

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Time To Act

Bryan Carver J

O The Chris Honour Racing Club Chris Honour, Ashburton T

B Barry Murphy Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the up, under positive tactics, when winning 10-runner handicap chase at Newton Abbot (21f, good to ﬁrm, 8/1) in May and backed it up with another likeable display at Fakenham 141 days. Can make all here. TFRHHHHH BHA99

(FR) (158) 6P462-3 BF

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Fortunateencounter (FR)

O Old Bloxhamist Racing

8 11-8

Tom Cannon J

Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T

B S.A.R.L. Neustrian Associates Fairfax and Favor Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser at best for Henry de Bromhead during 2021/22. Not at same level these days but returns from 5 months oﬀ on a handy mark with his stable in good order. Not dismissed. TFRHHHHI BHA94

JACK DOYEN

(IRE) (185) 53F124- D 8 10-12

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Reynella Cross (IRE)

O Wardington Hopefuls

Jack Quinlan J

Ben Case, Banbury T

B James Murtagh David Andrews Construction Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in chase at Hereford in March. Remained in good form subsequently and, while he’s not the most reliable in general, he’s worthy of consideration back from 6 months oﬀ TFRHHHII BHA84

WEST ORCHARD

(IRE) (193) P02326- CD 7 10-10

Br B g Westerner - Shellys Creek (IRE)

O ORCHARD RACING

Brendan Powell J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mat Farrell Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Below form when last seen but won over C&D around this time last year (albeit with a run behind him), so he’s worth monitoring in the betting after 6 months. TFRHHHII BHA82

ELPOLOGREG (FR)

(180) 4P3150- 5 10-8

Br B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Zannkiya

Micheal Nolan J

O S Mullins Racing Club Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got oﬀ the mark in 5-runner handicap chase at Fakenham (16.3f, soft) in February but that was a poor contest and he didn’t really back it up subsequently. Will probably need this return from 6 months oﬀ TFRHHIII BHA80

NOAH’S LIGHT (IRE)

(29) 2P5102 D 7 10-5

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Scrapper Jack (IRE)

Richie McLernon J

O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T

B Brian Kiely Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Surprise winner under a change of tactics when opening his account over fences at Newton Abbot (21f, good to soft) in July and was back on track when second over C&D last time. Others look better treated, though. TFRHHHII BHA77

MISS FEDORA (IRE) (17) 600015 5 10-4

Br B m Helmet (AUS) - Shahabad

James Best J

O Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track reverted to this hurdling when landing 8-runner handicap at Cartmel (17.2f, soft) in August. Below form next time and has an uninspiring record over fences. TFRHHIII BHA76

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

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: IDEALLKO (FR) 5 10 3 Adam Wedge 13-8 (Evan Williams) 5 ran Blinkers worn by No. 2, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 7. Stewards Note: WEST ORCHARD: Following its run on 11/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung badly left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Time To Bite (IRE), 9-2 Jack Doyen (IRE), 11-2 Kankin (GB), 6-1 Kalkas (FR), West Orchard (IRE), 11-1 Miss Fedora (IRE), 16-1 Noah’s Light (IRE), 22-1 Elpologreg (FR)

TIME TO BITE was in excellent form when last seen and shouldn’t face much pressure for the lead, so he’s fancied to make a successful comeback from more than 4 months oﬀ Kalkas is one to note with his stable going well and West Orchard isn’t ruled out considering he was a C&D winner less than a year ago.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIME TO BITE (IRE) 2.KALKAS (FR) 3.WEST ORCHARD (IRE)

RACE RESULT TIME 1st 3rd 2nd 4th

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HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY BIRTHDAY BIRTHDAY SAMANTHA SAMANTHA SAMANTHA

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7250

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2928, 2nd £1464, 3rd £732, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (59 wins from 241 runners, 24%) runs INVICTUS DE BRION & SAMI BEAR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs KING OTIS

Longest Traveller: EZ TIGER trained by A Hales, Edgecote, 132 miles.

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

6 12-0

Br B g New Bay - Gloriﬁcation

O Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd

B China Horse Club

Freddie Mitchell (5) J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who failed to get home when eighth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (16f) 44 days ago, prominent to 2f out. Weighted to go well back in this sphere.

8 12-0

Br B g Ocovango - Fame Forever (IRE)

Ciaran O’Shea (7) J O James Owen Racing Club

B E. Ryan

James Owen, Newmarket T

James Owen Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but below par of late and unseated rider 5th in handicap hurdle at Worcester (16f, good, 25/1) 40 days ago. Handily weighted if getting back on track. TFRHHHII BHA100

D’AIRY (FR) (17) 033-0

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Ulifa d’Airy (FR)

O S. Packham, A. Austin and B. Austin

B S.C.E.A. de La Vallee De L’Orne

4 11-13

Niall Houlihan J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a pair of juvenile hurdles at Newbury and Hereford last winter but tongue tied when only seventh on his handicap debut at Fontwell (2m1f) 17 days ago. Could still do better for his good yard. TFRHHHHI BHA100

BARENBOIM (GB) (23) 340/-66

Br B g Golden Horn - Labise (IRE)

O M Sample E Sample G Williams

6 11-12

Gavin Sheehan J

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Betvictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Some good eﬀorts on the Flat for David O’Meara this year but hasny matched that back in this sphere on debut for new connections at Worcester and Market Rasen. More is required. TFRHHIII BHA98

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Ebb

O Mr J. Law

(GB) (176) 62323- 4 11-10

Tom Cannon J

Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Jake Warren Ltd & Baroda & Colbinstown Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat and has ﬁnished in the money on 3 starts since switched to hurdles. Oﬀ since a well-held sixth on Flat at Southwell in April though so needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA97

SAMI

(GB) (29) 30-4263 C

Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Dalriath

O Morestead Team ABC

8 11-9

Freddie Gordon (5) J

Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Yorton Farm Stud Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual handicap winner who wasn’t disgraced in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces when third of nine over 2m4f here 29 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA95

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

O Mrs Sue Lowen & Partner

B Elvira Kinsella Garcia

Caoilin Quinn (3) J

Paddy Butler, Lewes T

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged handicaps at Fakenham and over C&D last winter but well held in a pair of Flat handicaps in early summer. Needs to bounce back.

BIRDMAN BOB (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA93

(204) 22U2P6- CD 7 11-7

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

O Sureﬁre Racing

Sean Bowen J

Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Apple Tree Farm Ltd Funnel Fuel S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who posted a respectable sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle here (20.5f, good to soft) 6 months ago. Back down in trip and no forlorn hope.

TFRHHHII BHA93

GEARING’S POINT (GB) (34) 236- 6 11-4

Br B m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Amahoro

Marc Goldstein J

O Mr Shane Francis Sheena West, Lewes T

B G Hedley & Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd

Southdowns Unleashed S

TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 12f Flat winner but he failed to go on in three runs over hurdles last season. Goes into handicaps now and may still do better. TFRHHHII BHA90

LADY CARO (IRE)

(19) 6502-60

6 11-4

Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Springinherstep (IRE) Ben Jones J

O Mr & Mrs A Millett Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T

B Denis Noonan Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to ﬁre this term, and had a wind op before coming in 11th of 14 in maiden at Kempton (11f) on ﬂat debut 19 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA90

CONSERVATIVE (IRE) (29) 654P

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Fairy Dancer (IRE)

5 11-3

Brendan Powell J

O Coral Racing Club Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Ballylinch Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Regressive on the Flat and has shown just poor form over hurdles, pulled up here last time. Hard to fancy. TFRHHIII BHA89

(IRE) (147) 2F46-15 CD 7 11-1

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Miss Opera Bryan Carver J

O Mr N Rodway & Partner Alex Hales, Edgecote T

B Joseph Smiddy

Winwood Construction UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner and not disgraced oﬀ a 5lb higher mark when ﬁfth of 7 in

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Aspasi

O Red Star Racing

B Rifa Mustang Europe Ltd

(15.8f,

4 11-0

Fergus Gillard J

Mark Gillard, Sherborne T

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track when fourth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, good) 44 days ago. One to consider oﬀ

Br B g Kodiac - Sassy Gal (IRE)

James Bowen J

O Molen, Ball, Judd, Malone & White Clare Hobson, Royston T

B Ringfort Stud Ltd Clare Hobson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but it’s now 12 runs since his last win in 2023. 8/1, below form ﬁfth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Blinkers are reached for now. TFRHHIII BHA81

Br B g Vespone (IRE) - Assemblee A Brion (FR) Rex Dingle J O Goodwin Racing Ltd Chris Gordon, Winchester T B MR G. Chaignon & Mr J. P. Vallee Lambert Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who fell at the ﬁfth tried in cheekpieces over fences here (2m4f) last time. Others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

2023: KING OTIS (IRE) 7 10 5 Lilly Pinchin 5-4 (James Owen) 8 ran Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 14. Blinkers worn by No. 11, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 8, 15.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Royal Deeside (GB), 8-1 Sami Bear (GB), 17-2 Ez Tiger (IRE), 10-1 Invictus de Brion (FR), 12-1 Embolden (IRE), 14-1 Saligo Bay (IRE), Barenboim (GB), Gearing’s Point (GB), 16-1 Lady Caro (IRE), 20-1 Kalif d’Airy (FR), 22-1 King Otis (IRE), 25-1 Birdman Bob (IRE), Kilcummin (IRE), 28-1 Conservative (IRE), 40-1 Mi Sueno (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Not nearly as competitive as the numbers suggest and C&D scorer SALIGO BAY, who arrives fit from the Flat, could take advantage of an attractive mark back hurdling. Stablemate Kalif d’Airy fluffed his lines on his handicap debut at Fontwell but could still emerge as the main danger ahead of C&D winners Ez Tiger and Birdman Bob.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SALIGO BAY (IRE) 2.KALIF D’AIRY (FR) 3.EZ TIGER (IRE)

RACING

Jargon

Bit - A piece of metal that sits in the horse’s mouth and is attached to the bridle and reins

Blinkers - A type of headgear fitted to a horse that limits its field of vision, mainly from each side. Blinkers are designed to help horses concentrate in races.

Boxed in - When a horse cannot obtain a clear run during a race due to other horses being in close proximity.

Bridle - A piece of tack that fits over a horse’s head and to which the bit and reins are attached.

Bumper - Also known as a National Hunt Flat race, this race has no obstacles. Used as a way to give horses race experience before tackling hurdles and fences.

Chase - A race run over fences.

Cheekpieces - A form of headgear which consists of pieces of sheepskin placed on either side of the bridle and performs a similar job as blinkers in helping the horse to concentrate.

Clerk of the course - The person responsible for the overall management of a racecourse on a raceday.

Fences - The type of obstacle jumped during a chase race.

Furlong - A unit of measurement. A furlong is an eighth of a mile or a little more than 201 meters.

Going - The underfoot conditions at the racecourse.

Going Stick - A device used to measure the underfoot conditions at the racecourse.

Handicap - A type of race in which horses carry different weights depending on their overall rating, which is determined by the handicapper.

Hood - A type of headgear fitted over the horse’s head to cover its ears and muffle the noise of a raceday.

Hurdles - The obstacles jumped during a hurdle race. They are smaller than fences and therefore take less jumping. Sometimes referred to as flights.

Length - The length of a horse from its nose to the start of its tail, and a measurement used to describe the distances between horses at the finish line.

Maiden - A horse who has yet to win a race.

Neck - A measurement used to describe a winning margin in a close finish.

Non-runner - A horse withdrawn from a race for which it had been declared.

Novice - A race for horses who are in their first season in that code of racing.

Off the bridle - A term to describe a horse not travelling well.

On the bridle - A term to describe a horse travelling well.

Open ditch - A fence with a ditch on the take-off side.

Outsider - A horse whose chance of winning is considered unlikely.

Parade ring - The area of a racecourse where horses are paraded before each race.

Photo finish - A close race finish, requiring the raceday judge to consult a photo before declaring the winner.

Pulled up - A horse who is brought to a halt during a race by its jockey.

Pulling - A horse who is keen during a race and wants to go faster than its jockey is allowing.

Pushed out - Describes a horse who has gone clear of its rivals in a race after minimal urging from its jockey.

Staying on - A phrase referring to a horse who finished strongly during the closing stages.

Stewards’ inquiry - An inquiry held at the racecourse on a raceday after any given race

Tongue-tie - A strap used to tie down a horse’s tongue to prevent the tongue getting over the bit which affects a horse’s breathing.

Turn of foot - A term to describe marked acceleration during a race.

Under starter’s orders - Before a race, the starter brings the field of horses into order to prepare them for the start of the race

Weighed in - Every horse in a race has to carry a certain amount of weight. To ensure it does, all jockeys must weight in/out both before and after a race. The ‘weighed in’ announcement made after the race means the result stands.

ALDANITI

4... my Dad’s lucky number. At 4pm on the 4th day of the 4th month, in the 4th race carrying the saddle cloth number 4 ALDANITI and Bob Champion won the Grand National. The year was 1981, and to this day is one of the biggest fairytales in horse racing.

ALDANITI had injured his tendon early on in his career, then fractured his hock when placed 3rd in the Hennessey Gold Cup. Later on after coming 3rd in the Cheltenham Gold cup and 2nd in the Scottish National, he broke down so badly at Sandown the vet said he should be put to sleep. Mum and Dad had other ideas and said It was “absolutely out of the question” and Niti came home to Barkfold to begin his rehab.

Meanwhile, Bob was overcoming his greatest battle, to win his fight over testicular cancer. Both horse and jockey were on a long journey to win the world’s greatest horse race, a dream that Bob had had since the very first time he rode Niti in a race.

In the February of 1981 both horse and jockey made a winning return to the racecourse at Ascot in the Whitbread Trial beating Anaglogues Daughter.

Then, finally the day came, both the battle hardened warriors stepped onto the famous turf at Aintree and galloped and jumped and jumped and galloped all the way up the long run in to win a victory that resulted in the birth of The Bob Champion Cancer Trust.

This has raised over £16 million and has made leaps and bounds into research, for testing, treating and returning men back to full health. So this 4th day of the 4th month I am remembering and looking to the future for everyone with great determination and love.

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £17500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £7068, 2nd £3533, 3rd £1768, 4th £884, 5th £441. (Penalty Value £9241.75)

Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FIFTH RACE 3.55

Leading course trainer (19-24): G & J Moore (46 wins from 314 runners, 15%) run ICARE GRANDCHAMP

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (8 wins from 23 runners, 35%) runs SAINTE DOCTOR

Longest Traveller: SAINTE DOCTOR trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 130 miles.

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

PRINCE QUALI

(FR) (203) 5//52211- 7 12-0

Br B g Prince Gibraltar (FR) - Qualita (GER)

Harry Kimber J

O Mrs C Hinks & Lewis Nettley Racing Robert Walford, Blandford T

B Jean Pierre Joseph Dubois & Nicole Malat Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW UsefulFrenchhurdle/chase scorerwhogotoﬀthemarkforhisnewyardin5-runner handicap chaseatChepstowinFebruary. Improved again to follow up back there (16f, soft) 6 weeks later and he’s a leading player on reappearance heading back up in distance. TFRHHHHI BHA128 2

WAR LORD (GER) (11) F-03U43 C 9 11-13

Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Westalin (GER)

3

Brendan Powell J

O The Wychwood Partnership Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Gestut Etzean Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has tumbled in theweights and lurks on anappealing markas aresult ofa barren spell, shaping well backin cheekpieces when third of8 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (18.5f, good) 11 days ago, ideally needing a stronger gallop. Considered back over the larger obstacles. TFRHHHHH BHA127

MENAGGIO (IRE)(168)

Br B g Milan - Nova Stella (GER)

4

6/5213-2

5 11-8

Tom Cannon J

O Apple Tree Stud Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Ormond Bloodstock Ltd Apple Tree Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it third time lucky over hurdles in a 21.7f Hereford novice in January. Well backed on handicap debut after 8 weeks oﬀ and resumed progress when ﬁnding just one too strong at Kempton (21f, good to soft) back in May, edged out only on run-in. Worth a look on return/chase debut. TFRHHHII BHA122

SAINTE DOCTOR (FR)

(544) P04211/- C D 8 11-4

Br Gr m Doctor Dino (FR) - Pakoonah

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mr Jean-Marc Godefroy

Richie McLernon J

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/3-timehurdlewinnerand,followingalow-keystartoverfences,shedulycapitalisedonreducedmarkatChepstow(19.5f)inApril2023.Bolted up in 4-runner event at Ludlow (20f, good to soft) later that month but not seen since. Watching brief advised given the absence. TFRHHIII BHA118

5 ICARE GRANDCHAMP (FR)

(118) P/200-21

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Qualia Grandchamp (FR)

6 10-6

Caoilin Quinn (3) J

O Mr Harry Redknapp Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Mrs Jean-Louis Guerin KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Gettingthehangofchasingnow,showingfurtherimprovementbackupintripwhenopeninghisaccount13-runnerhandicapatNewtonAbbot (21f, good) 4 months ago, keeping on well to lead close home. 3lb higher now but that shouldn’t prevent another bold showing. TFRHHHHI BHA106

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2023: SACRE COEUR (FR) 7 11 4 Fergus Gillard 15-8 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Prince Quali (FR), 10-3 Menaggio (IRE), 9-2 Icare Grandchamp (FR), 5-1 Sainte Doctor (FR), 11-2 War Lord (GER)

Cases can be made for most, but the vote goes to WAR LORD, who has race ﬁtness on his side and recent exploits over hurdles suggest he should remain competitive back over the larger obstacles. Prince Quali has been progressive since joining Robert Walford and he rates as a major danger chasing a hat-trick on return, with Icare Grandchamp, who opened his account at Newton Abbot back in the summer, rounding oﬀ the shortlist.

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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

SIXTH RACE 4.25 1m 7f 195y

Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (59 wins from 241 runners, 24%) runs ALTO ALTO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs FOR PLEASURE

Longest Traveller: DAVIDOC trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 170 miles.

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

1 FOR PLEASURE (IRE) (47) P05115- C D 9 12-0

Br Ch g Excelebration (IRE) - Darsan (IRE)

Sean Bowen J

O Premier Plastering (UK) Limited Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B M. Phelan Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going front runner who won twice over hurdles last December. Also successful on AW Flat in April. Oﬀ 4 months, below par on the Flat at Bath 47 days ago and has since undergone wind surgery. Stable going well. TFRHHHII BHA120

2 TAPLEY (GB) (163) 42134-2 CD

7 12-0

Br Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Cathodine Cayras (FR) Gavin Sheehan J

O The Plumpton Party Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T B Stephen Kemble Bloodstock Ltd & G. Peck Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of 2m wins last season and ﬁne second of 17 to Pickanumber in Swinton at Haydock when last seen in May. Claims if ready to roll after 163 days oﬀ TFRHHHII BHA120

JUNKANOO (GB) (29) 221P0-5 CD 7 11-12

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Bahamian Music (IRE)

Caoilin Quinn (3) J

O Jacobs Construction & Mr J Harley Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Genesis Green Stud Ltd KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat and too well hurdles last winter, ﬁnishing runner-up 3 times before taking a C&D novice. Sharper for a run in a handicap here last month and his stable has won this twice in recent years. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA118

ALTO ALTO (FR) (182) 061120- CD 7 11-11

Br Ch g Falco (USA) - Beautyful (IRE) Rex Dingle J

O Mrs C. New Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Mr Manuel Martinez & Mr Luciano Urano Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner at Plumpton. Oﬀ since a lesser run over fences at Kempton in April but he has gone well fresh before and his stable won the race last year. TFRHHHII BHA117

Br B g Davidoﬀ (GER) - Codrina (FR)

6 11-3

Ben Jones J

O The 1CP Syndicate Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Mr Gheorghe Codre Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Oﬀ the mark in a soft-ground C&D maiden in Apil and made a solid start to his handicap career when second of 11 at Warwick (2m, good to soft) 3 weeks later. The winner at Warwick was successful on his next 3 starts so the form looks solid. TFRHHHHH BHA109

MAN OF THE SEA (IRE)

(43) 225-121 D 8 10-13

Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Hurricane Lily (IRE)

Dylan Johnston (3) J

O Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Stephanie Hanly

TIMEFORM VIEW Proliﬁc on the Flat and over hurdles on Jersey this summer. Runner-up in a couple of handicap hurdles in Britain last autumn and should be competitive for in-form Neil Mulholland. TFRHHHHI BHA105

7 RIVER GOLD (FR) (93)

31P2-00

Br Gr f Stormy River (FR) - Une Histoire Vraie (FR)

O Deva Racing RG

B Jean-Pierre, Loic & Lohan Boudet

4 10-10

Sam Twiston-Davies J

James Owen, Newmarket T

Deva Racing Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Wonaclaiming hurdle inFrance lastsummer. Struggled in4outings forNickyHenderson, including acoupleofhandicaps inthesummer. Joined another good stable but a watching brief is the call unless the betting strongly hints otherwise. Has a tongue tie reﬁtted. TFRHHIII BHA103

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Davidoc (FR), 4-1 Man of The Sea (IRE), 11-2 Tapley (GB), 13-2 For Pleasure (IRE), 17-2 Junkanoo (GB), 11-1 Alto Alto (FR), 14-1 River Gold (FR)

It turns out DAVIDOC was up against a well-treated rival on his ﬁrst venture into handicap company in May and this Ben Pauling-trained 6-y-o can build on that promising run now back at the scene of his maiden success. Junkanoo could be spot on for this after a spin here last month and is second choice ahead of Man of The Sea. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DAVIDOC (FR) 2.JUNKANOO 3.MAN OF THE SEA (IRE)

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Leading course trainer (19-24): N Mulholland (14 wins from 100 runners, 14%) runs HOBB’S DELIGHT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (8 wins from 23 runners, 35%) runs HOBB’S DELIGHT

Longest Traveller: IRON HEART trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 290 miles.

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

7 12-0

Br B g Muhaarar - Kiyoshi

Sean Bowen J

O Mr Vernon Phillips Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T

B The Kiyoshi Partnership Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time hurdles winner who was a close second in a Bangor handicap chase (3m, good) in May. However, that is very much a standout eﬀort from his 7 runs in this sphere and he was safely held returned to fences at Ludlow 12 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA100

(GB) (166) PP223-1 D 9 11-11

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 Finally opened her account when landing a 12-runner handicap chase at Fontwell (3 1/4m, good) on latest start in May. She isn’t an obvious one to follow up, though, especially not oﬀ this 7lb higher mark. TFRHHHII BHA97

HOBB’S DELIGHT (GB) (132) 0121-42 BF 8 11-8

Br B g Milan - Hobb’s Dream (IRE)

James Bowen J

O Hobbs and Mulholland Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B John Hobbs & Neil Mulholland

TIMEFORM VIEW Much-improved switched to handicaps last winter, dead-heating at Fontwell on Boxing Day and also successful at Southwell in February. Latest second at the latter course (24.3f, good) in June was another very creditable eﬀort and claims on chase debut, granted a clear round. TFRHHHHI BHA94 4

BALLYRASHANE (IRE)

Br B g Milan - Musical Madam (IRE)

O Sue Howell

(15) 122-561 7 10-12

Nick Scholﬁeld J

Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B Lucy Norton & Norris Mount Stud NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his chase debut form behind when successful at Fakenham in March and recently doubled his tally in this sphere at Uttoxeter (3m, good to soft). 5lb rise fair enough and he should be on the premises once more. TFRHHHII BHA84

PRIME

PRETENDER

(GB) (15) 111-P56 9 10-10

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - The Prime Viper (IRE)

O Mr R. E. R. Williams

B Mr J. L. Lightfoot

Mr Osian Radford (7) J

Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

TIMEFORM VIEW Four time point winner who was runner-up in handicap chases off higher marks several times in 2022/23 season. Record under Rules stands at 0-19 and below par both starts since returning from a break but he’s down to a dangerous mark and perhaps the first-time blinkers will have a positive effect. TFRHHHHH BHA82

6 CAN’T

BUY TIME (IRE)

(238) 606PP- 5 10-7

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Carrigeen Kigelia (IRE) James Best J

O High Weald Racing

Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T

B Mrs R. H. Lalor Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in 5 starts over hurdles and signiﬁcant step forward needed here following a 7-month absence/wind op on this chase debut. TFRHIIII BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: KADEX (FR) 5 12 0 Tom Cannon 16-5 (Lucy Wadham) 4 ran Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

Stewards Note:

CAN’T BUY TIME: Following its run on 26/2/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Hobb’s Delight (GB), 3-1 River Tyne (GB), 7-2 Ballyrashane (IRE), 13-2 Prime Pretender (GB), 7-1 Iron Heart (GB), 80-1 Can’t Buy Time (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

It’s worth chancing PRIME PRETENDER, who has slipped to a potentially handy mark and the addition of blinkers may prove to be a good thing. Chase debutant Hobb’s Delight will be a threat if his jumping passes the test, while Ballyrashane was 9 1/2 lengths ahead of the selection when scoring at Uttoxeter but now meets Evan Williams’ representative on 8lb worse terms.

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Leading course trainer (19-24): S Mullins (17 wins from 120 runners, 14%) runs BABY SHAM

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (8 wins from 23 runners, 35%) runs BELLA CAVALLA

Weightwatcher: BABY SHAM won off a handicap mark of 80, her rating is now down 9lb to 71.

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

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

O’GRADY’S HILL (IRE) (15) P-12226

5 12-0

Br B m Kingston Hill - Darsi O’Grady (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O The Pink Taitties Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Ms M. Kavanagh OLBG S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in a point during the spring and runner-up in a couple of maiden hurdles in July. Recent handicap debut sixth at Kelso (21f, good to soft) was respectable but she will need to ﬁnd something extra in order to take this. TFR

2 BELLES BENEFIT (IRE) (28) 4P-16U2 8 12-0

Br B m Leading Light (IRE) - Snowbelle (IRE)

Harry Bannister J

O Alex Harvey Ben Case, Banbury T

B Paul O’Dwyer David Andrews Construction Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form after 5 months oﬀ with victory at Cartmel (2 3/4m, good) in June but not in the same form since and she looks vulnerable from a win point of view. TFRHHHII BHA97

SUMMERLEAZE (IRE) (40) 6052-40

Br Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Wilton Milan (IRE)

7 10-12

Nick Scholﬁeld J

O Ralph Barton and Partners Mrs Ilka Gansera-Leveque, Newmarket T

B Michael Leacy Rkbr Industrial Rooﬁng S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer and has looked limited under Rules, unable to feature on ﬁrst start for this yard at Worcester last time. TFRHHHII BHA81

HARKANGEL

(GB) (155) 460P1-0 6 10-10

Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Supreme Gem (IRE)

David Noonan J

O F J Allen & Partners Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T

B Richard Johnson JMC Surfacing Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in first-time cheekpieces/tongue strap after 12 weeks off at Taunton (3m, good) in April. However, she failed to land a blow at Sratford next time and she may again find one or two too good. TFRHHIII BHA79

BELLA CAVALLA (IRE)(27) 0P-3542

Br B m Milan - Beech Lodge (IRE)

6 10-8

Brendan Powell J

O BG Racing Partnership Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B James Neville Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made the frame on 3 of her last 4 starts in handicap hurdles, most recently ﬁnding just one too good at Fontwell (25.8f, good). 5lb rise for that eﬀort no great hardship and she’s a must for the shortlist. TFRHHHHH BHA77

ELIZA

DOLITTLE (IRE) (162) 33P43-F BF 6 10-8

Br B m Califet (FR) - Cove (IRE)

O Mr Michael O’Shea

James Davies J

Nick Giﬀord, Findon T

B P. Connell Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who is bred to stay well and duly performed with credit upped to this trip when third of 11 over C&D in April. Ikely would’ve ﬁnished a clear second but for falling 2 out back here the following month and she’s one for the shortlist. TFRHHHII BHA77

Br B m Mahler - Graceann (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3) J O Glorious Days Racing Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T

B Grace Cousins Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but has yet to oﬀer anything of note under Rules and looks set for another struggle. TFRHIIII BHA75

LUNA RUN (IRE) (108) 0045-24

5 10-5

Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Boherna Lady (IRE) Isabel Williams (3) J

O Mr S. Moloney Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Mr S. Moloney

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when beaten less than a length into second in 3m Ffos Las handicap at the end of May. Backed that up when fourth at Newton Abbot when last seen during the summer and she’s a live each-way contender. TFRHHHHI BHA74

9 BABY SHAM

(GB) (27) 0-56000

Br B m Sir Percy - Zamzama (IRE)

6 10-2

James Best J O Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B J. W. Parry We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got her head in front when accounting for at Fonwell last summer and would be a danger to all granted a repeat of that form. TFRHHHII BHA68

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023: STAMINA CHOPE (FR) 7 12 0 Lee Edwards 4-1 (Dave Roberts) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.

Stewards Note:

BELLA CAVALLA: Following its run on 24/9/2024 it was reported that the horse hung both ways late-on.

CHIEF LADY: Following its run on 8/9/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a loose horse.

LUNA RUN: Following its run on 5/7/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Bella Cavalla (IRE), 11-2 Luna Run (IRE), 6-1 Eliza Dolittle (IRE), 13-2 Summerleaze (IRE), 7-1 O’Grady’s Hill (IRE), 15-2 Belles Beneﬁt (IRE), 10-1 Baby Sham (GB), 14-1 Harkangel (GB), 100-1 Chief Lady (IRE)

BELLA CAVALLA is by no means a certainy to back up the form of her latest eﬀort at Fontwell but she will have every chance if in a similar mood here. Next on the list is Luna Run whose latest eﬀort at Bath was creditable and she still has low-mileage, while Eliza Dolittle is also accorded respect. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BELLA CAVALLA (IRE) 2.LUNA RUN (IRE) 3.ELIZA DOLITTLE (IRE) RACE RESULT TIME 1st 3rd 2nd 4th

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First Race 1.55 - THE MIGHTY TROTTER NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (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 won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. Mighty Trotter are kindly sponsoring this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries at £40. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.25 - THE MIGHTY TROTTER NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (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 won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. Mighty Trotter are kindly sponsoring this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries at £40. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.55 - THE BACK BRITISH FARMING 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Back British Farming has kindly sponsored this race in support of THE BOB CHAMPION CANCER TRUST and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries at £40. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.25 - THE MIGHTY TROTTER 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Mighty Trotter have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 21 entries at £36. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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Fifth Race 3.55 - THE NICK EMBIRICOS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9241 to the winning horse The second to receive £4252, the third £2126, the fourth £1064 and the ﬁfth £530. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £87 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £70 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Embiricos Family is sponsoring this race in support of THE BOB CHAMPION CANCER TRUST and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 9 entries at £87. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7068; Second £3533; Third £1768; Fourth £884; Fifth £441. (Penalty Value £9241.75) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Sixth Race 4.25 - THE BET GOODWIN 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 three 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. October 19th. Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BetGoodwin have kindly sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner, and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 14 entries at £50. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

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Seventh Race 4.55 - THE ALDANITI PARTNERSHIP 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Aldaniti Partnership are kindly sponsoring this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner. A cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £40. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

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Eighth Race 5.30 - THE SIS & JOSH GIFFORD MEMORIAL MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (for The Josh Gifford Memorial Trophy) 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 four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. SIS are kindly sponsoring this race in support of THE BOB CHAMPION CANCER TRUST. A memento will be presented to the winning owner, and a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. They will also present the Josh Gifford Memorial Trophy to the winning owner, to be held for one year only. 18 entries at £36. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72)

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