Plumpton Racecard - Monday 15th December by Weatherbys

WELCOME

Welcome to our ﬁnal ﬁxture of the year, The Christmas Jumper

Raceday.

With just 11 days until Christmas, the countdown is well underway, and we hope you enjoy a festive and memorable afternoon. We’ve been treated to excellent racing and thrilling ﬁnishes throughout the year, and your loyal support in all weathers has meant a great deal. Thank you, and we’re sure today will be equally exciting.

Today we have 46 runners going to post over 7 races with over £61k of prize-money on oﬀer. Our feature on the track today is our second race worth £14,000, The G.E. White & Sons Agricultural Buildings Steeple Chase. We have 5 horses go to post and this year’s renewal promises to be highly competitive, and we extend our best wishes to all the horses and connections not only in this race, but across the entire day’s card.

I would like to thank today’s sponsors, Royal Arch Racing, G.E. White & Sons, Friends and Family of Maria & Nick, Old Gold Racing, Weatherby’s and Dawson Hart, along with our Partners; Southern Cranes and Access Ltd, BetGoodwin and Kalm Kitchen for their tremendous support for the 2025/26 Season. We wish you all have a tremendous day.

Be sure to visit the reindeer next to the Final Fence Restaurant and enjoy live music from Queue The Audio in the Paddock Bar.

Our next ﬁxture is the Sussex National on Sunday 4th January. Last season’s renewal was won by Invincible Nao, and this year’s meeting will feature over £160,000 in prize money, alongside a full programme of family activities—including an ice-skating rink. As this is one of our most popular ﬁxtures, we encourage you to book your hospitality and admission tickets early to avoid missing out.

Finally, today is my last raceday as CEO as I move on to pastures new. I want to thank the board, my team, our raceday staﬀ, and all key stakeholders for their support and dedication over my three-year tenure—you have made my time here truly enjoyable. I now hand over to Guy Chadwell, who will begin as CEO on 12th January, and I wish him every success in the role.

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

Best wishes,

Craig Staddon Chief Executive

Stewards

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Monday 15th December 2025

STEVE DROWNE (Chief Steward), ADAM BARKER (Stewards’ Panel Chair), JOSEPH CHAN, LYNDSAY GLYNN, KATE SMITH

Starters SAM AVIS, WILLIAM HOWLETT

Judge EMILY JONES

Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD

Veterinary Officer HOWARD NEWITT

Commentator RICHARD HOILES

Raceday Announcer ANTHONY KEMP

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

JMR Nurse JANE JACKSON

Physio SALLY DUFTY

Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAMPFLI SVS, KYLE LOWERY, MARIA ROSA

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 KALM KITCHEN, Unit 5 Lascombe Farm, Highfield Ln, Guildford GU3 1BB

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

Dan Starnes Groundsperson

Ross Craig Groundsperson

Mac Cornford Groundsperson

Steve Tomlin Raceday Health & Safety Manager

Craig Staddon CEO Marcus Waters Clerk of the Course

CharlieMitchell-Heggs Head of Sales & Marketing

Molly Taylor Sales Manager

Emily Morrill Marketing Specialist

Martyn Smith Company Accountant

TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM

Top Jump Trainers with Runners Today

David Bridgwater - saddles Avada Kedavra (IRE) in the 2.00 & Kitsilano (IRE) in the 2.30.

Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today

Gavin Sheehan - rides Glengolly in the 2.00 & Flying Pimpernel in the 3.30.

Top Horses By Career Prize Money Running

FOOD AND DRINK AT PLUMPTON

Paddock Restaurant

The Paddock Restaurant is our premier restaurant, located on the first floor of our Sussex Stand offering panoramic views of the parade ring, racetrack and South Downs. Starting at £95pp, the Paddock Restaurant package includes a three-course à la carte menu, welcome drink, complimentary racecard, coffee & Plumpton petit fours and table for the day. Tote betting facilities within.

Final Fence Restaurant

(open on selected days)

Situated on the home straight, opposite the final fence, with a private lawn. Starting at £95pp, the Final Fence Restaurant package includes a threecourse set menu, welcome drink, coffee & Plumpton petit fours, table for the

day and a complimentary racecard. Tote betting facilities within.

Southdown Bar/Café

Popular bar and café. Serving light refreshments, locally roasted baristamade coffee, sandwiches, paninis and a selection of hot food. Tote betting facilities within.

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 barista-made 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 Café, Chasers Bar.

RACING INFORMATION

DOMOFMARY(FR)(49)321-546

B g

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

Saddler 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

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.

The fact ADONEDEAL sported a first-time hood suggested he might have the tendency to overrace and that adds further meat to the bones of how smart his five-length success at Southwell was. Olly Murphy’s charge raced prominently throughout and still managed to win with ease, so with a change of tactics he could be seen in an even better light. Opposition is thin, with Yasmina possibly the pick of the Andy Irvine pair, and Mild Magic at least has experience on her side. totewin: Adonedeal

toteeachway: Yasmina

James Owen’s Shantou Lucky struck over C&D on his penultimate start but his stablemate Jubilant makes more appeal of the pair as he lurks on a tempting mark. However, course winner ILLEGAL D’AINAY didn’t do himself any justice when favourite in a class 3 event at Fontwell in October and was kindly dropped 2lb. This represents just his second outing over fences and there could be a lot more in the locker.

totewin: Illegal D’ainay

toteeachway: Jubilant

It’s important to note that Manigod’s runner-up effort over track and trip last month may not be the most reliable piece of form as the race fell apart with the hot favourite not running to form. With that in mind, THE BOSS BEAR looks the way to go. The son of Doyen showed bundles of improvement to score in good style in a bumper at Fontwell in May and with Gary & Josh Moore sending out some smart recruits recently, he might be the one. Dr Waksman appeals most of the remainder.

totewin: The Boss Bear

toteeachway: Manigod

AVADA KEDAVRA comfortably scored at Taunton latest, making all of the running, and looks to have been found another very winnable opening. His supporters will be pleased to see that Brendan Powell keeps the ride and this gelding could dominate again in a small field. Enjoy D’allen and Drumheller can give the selection the most to think about but they might be playing for second.

totewin: Avada Kedavra

toteeachway: Enjoy D’allen

BIRDMAN BOB likes it around here and was super impressive when winning by 10 lengths over C&D on his penultimate start. A solid second here last time out in a conditional riders’ race, Andy Irvine’s charge makes plenty of appeal with in-form jockey Caoilin Quinn back in the saddle. Kitsilano was well held in second here at the beginning of the month but could still be the main danger, ahead of Summer In Milan.

totewin: Birdman Bob

toteeachway: Kitsilano

Any market support for Grand Conqueror would make him of significant interest on his handicap debut. The four-year-old has shown little to date but it wouldn’t be a huge surprise if he took a decent step forward. Kool Kid has shown more promise than Neil Mulholland’s gelding but there is a slight concern about stepping up in trip. With that in mind, GOLDEN IDENTITY is taken to come out on top following a pair of solid efforts at Ffos Las and Hereford.

totewin: Golden Identity

toteeachway: Grand Conqueror

JOAN’S CHOICE improved from her first start when beaten a head at Wetherby towards the end of last month and that form arguably sets the standard. The five-year-old should appreciate the extra couple of furlongs on offer and gets the vote ahead of Skittish, who filled the runner-up spot at Sedgefield in October. Others to consider are Svelte Silhouette and Ledecka.

totewin: Joan’s Choice

toteeachway: Skittish

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

for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9099

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)

Race Stats

Leading course trainer (20-25): N Mulholland (17 wins from 114 runners, 15%) runs DEFERRED INTEREST & MILD MAGIC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs DEFERRED INTEREST & MILD MAGIC Longest Traveller: ADONEDEAL trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 139 miles.

ADONEDEAL (IRE) (31) 11 D 5 11-10

Br B g Califet (FR) - Shokalocka Baby (IRE)

Sean Bowen J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Adonedeal Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B John Redmond Olive Print & Graphics S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of sole Irish point and looked a useful recruit for new connections when seeing oﬀ 10 rivals on his Southwell hurdle debut (2m, good to soft) 31 days ago. This looks an excellent chance for him to defy a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA-

DEFERRED INTEREST

(GB) (21) 0 4 11-3

Br Ch g Postponed (IRE) - Silver Samba

Richie McLernon J

O The Enchanted Syndicate Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B R. G. & T. E. Levin

TIMEFORM VIEW No signs of ability in 3 Flat starts and fared no better switched to hurdles at Ludlow last month. TFRHIIII BHA-

IREZUMI

(GB) (91)

Br B g Hawkbill (USA) - Inke (IRE)

5 11-3

Robert Dunne J

O Harrier Racing 2 Jim Boyle, Epsom T

B Harrier Racing 2 Tote, Jim Boyle Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat winner. Starts out over hurdles in a race lacking depth but still a surprise were he to trouble Adonedeal. TFRHHIII BHA-

RETETI

(GB) (18) 36/3-64

Br B g Sixties Icon - Siri

5 11-3

Marc Goldstein J

O Tusk Racing Sheena West, Lewes T

B G Hedley & Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd Southdowns Unleashed S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers/on Flat. Better eﬀort in novice hurdles last month when fourth of 5 at Lingﬁeld (2m, good) 18 days ago. Might be the one for the forecast spot. TFRHHHII BHA-

SOMKIYR (FR) (18) 5

Br B g Zarak (FR) - Soriya (FR)

O Adrian Lewers & Dan Shaw

4 11-3

Tom Cannon J

Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Haras de S.A Aga Khan Scea Funnel Fuel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat at up to 13f in France in France but went with no promise switched to hurdles after 12 months oﬀ when distant last of 5 at Lingﬁeld 18 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-

MILD MAGIC

(IRE) (22) 205

Br B m Policy Maker (IRE) - Good Time In Milan (IRE)

5 10-10

Conor O’Farrell J

O Miss Jane Goddard Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Michael Wemyss

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points but well beaten in maiden/novice hurdles in recent months.

YASMINA

(GB) (19)

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 10-10

Br B m Iﬀraaj - Wilamina (IRE) Caoilin Quinn J

O The Secret Circle Racing Club Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Martyn Meade Funnel Fuel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form at best on Flat but well held in Chelmsford handicap on recent return from a long absence. Can only watch now hurdling. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2024: EPIC WEST (IRE) 5 11 10 Gavin Sheehan 7-4 (Jamie Snowden) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 1, 4. Stewards Note:

IREZUMI: Following its run on 15/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

MILD MAGIC: Following its run on 23/11/2025 it was reported that the horse slipped on the bend.

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

Probable S.P’s: 1-5 Adonedeal (IRE), 12-1 Reteti (GB), 22-1 Mild Magic (IRE), 25-1 Yasmina (GB), 28-1 Irezumi (GB), 66-1 Somkiyr (FR), 80-1 Deferred Interest (GB)

It’s impossible to oppose Southwell winner ADONEDEAL. Reteti shaped a bit better at Kempton last time and might be the one to follow him home.

GBB NOTICE

The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.

British racing has reduced the number of horses that fall by a third and fatalities to 0.25% of 90,000 yearly runners. sh has ed ho es t d 90 00 run

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Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (58 wins from 250 runners, 23%) runs ILLEGAL D’AINAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (11 wins from 34 runners, 32%) run ALL AUTHORIZED Fancy That: S Mullins won this race in 2018 and 2021. The stable runs MORFEE today Longest Traveller: JUBILANT & SHANTOU LUCKY trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 113 miles.

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

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

Nathan Howie (3) J

O Johnstone Partnership James Owen, Newmarket T

B James Coen Keylocks (Ltd) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Five wins since joining the proliﬁc James Owen yard at the end of the summer. Stamina seemingly stretched by 3 1/2m in Southern National at Fontwell last time and that defeat shouldn’t be taken to suggest the handicapper has got him. TFRHHHHH BHA119

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - A Merveille (FR)

Jonathan Burke J

O Mr & Mrs R Sage James Owen, Newmarket T

B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a second handicap chase win this season at Worcester in July. Respectable eﬀorts in defeat since and he’s back to only 1lb above the mark he deﬁed at Worcester. One of 2 solid contenders for the yard. TFRHHHHI BHA119

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Ma Baker (IRE)

9 11-8

James Best J

O Mrs Ann Leftley Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Ronan Tynan We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in January 2024 who gained his ﬁrst success since when proving too strong for 4 rivals at Fontwell in June. Much depends on whether he’s fully tuned after 6 months oﬀ TFRHHHII BHA113

(FR) (50) 12340-5 C BF 7 11-7

Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Torpille d’Ainay (FR)

Freddie Gordon J

O Mr John H. W. Finch Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Mr Stephane Milaveau Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning novice hurdler last season. Didn’t jump well when beaten favourite on Fontwell chase debut/reappearance but he should be capable of better in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA112

5 ALL AUTHORIZED (FR) (24) 31/631-0 C BF 6 10-9

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Polysheba (FR)

Caoilin Quinn J

O Mr S Packham & The Dubai Five Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Ronald Wallace Huggins & George Tiney KM Elite Products Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Course hurdle winner in April but disappointed back chasing at Ascot 7 months later, despite being strong in the betting. Bounce back needed. TFRHHIII BHA100

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 5.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

2024: LADY BALKO (FR) 5 12 2 Jack Tudor 6-5 (David Pipe) 6 ran

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Illegal d’Ainay (FR), 3-1 Shantou Lucky (IRE), 4-1 Jubilant (FR), 5-1 Morfee (IRE), 11-2 All Authorized (FR)

James Owen can dominate this, with SHANTOU LUCKY taken to show he’s on a good mark back over shorter and prove too strong for Jubilant, who has dipped to only 1lb above the mark he deﬁed at Worcester in July.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

GBB NOTICE

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.

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

MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9099 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)

THIRD RACE 1.30

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (58 wins from 250 runners, 23%) runs DR WAKSMAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (11 wins from 34 runners, 32%) run THE BOSS BEAR Longest Traveller: MANIGOD trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 91 miles.

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

DR WAKSMAN (GB) (25) 52- 4 11-4

Br Ch g Iﬀraaj - Hukamaa

Freddie Gordon J

O Mr John H. W. Finch Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in maidens on the Flat (stays 10.5f) for Andrew Oliver in Ireland and much better eﬀort over hurdles when second here (2m) in February. Open to further improvement in this sphere but was well held on that Flat 2 starts. TFRHHHII BHA2

LE FLYING FERRET (FR) (218) 5

4 11-4

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Evazandre (FR) James Davies J

O Mr M. Jones Nick Giﬀord, Findon T

B F.Aimez, Mme L.Aimez, P.Aimez Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW £22,000 Choeur Du Nord gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/top-class chaser (stayed 25f) Uxizandre. 7/1, well-held ﬁfth of 6 in bumper at this course (17.8f, good) on NH debut. Oﬀ 7 months. Makes hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

MANIGOD

(FR) (28) 2

Br B g American Devil (FR) - Waldfest

4 11-4

James Bowen J O Million in Mind Partnership Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T

B Mr Philippe Decouz & SCEA Du Bas Bugey Goﬀs UK Ltd, Warren Greatrex Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to high-class hurdler Vauban. Fair form on Flat in France, placed 4 times. Left P. Decouz €40,000 in July and oﬀered something to work on making hurdling/yard debut over C&D 4 weeks ago Can put that experience to good use. TFRHHHHI BHA-

THE BOSS BEAR (IRE) (214) 2-1 5 11-4

Br Br g Doyen (IRE) - Tipp On Air (IRE)

Tom Cannon J

O Mark & Maria Adams Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Liam Flannery KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pedigree nothing out of the ordinary but showed plenty in bumpers in the spring, winning in good style at Fontwell. Interesting hurdling debutant. TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 MASKED MISTRESS (FR) (30) 3110 C 4 10-11

Br B f Masked Marvel - Mamz’elle As (FR)

Sean Bowen J

O Mrs R. L. Field Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

B Mr Evelyne Haaren Weyhill Horse Transport Ltd, A.W. Horse Transport Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Masked Marvel ﬁlly who has won a couple of bumpers this season. Not up to listed level last time but ought to me making an impact here on hurdling bow, TFRHHHHI BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: JAIL NO BAIL (IRE) 7 11 4 Sam Twiston-Davies 4-1 (Anthony Honeyball) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Manigod (FR), 11-4 The Boss Bear (IRE), 3-1 Masked Mistress (FR), 9-2 Dr Waksman (GB), 25-1 Le Flying Ferret (FR)

THE BOSS BEAR showed plenty in a couple of bumpers in the spring and looks up to making a winning start over hurdles. French-recruit Manigod oﬀered something to work on over C&D last month and is an obvious threat.

GBB NOTICE

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.

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (58 wins from 250 runners, 23%) runs SAN PEDRO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Gordon (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs SAN PEDRO

Longest Traveller: AVADA KEDAVRA trained by D Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold, 135 miles.

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

Br B or Br g Network (GER) - Triple Star (FR)

2

Miss Lily Jones (7) J

O Mr A. P. Jones Neil King, Burderop T

B Bruno Vagne

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran ended a losing run that stretched back to 2021 when winning a 5-runner handicap chase at Fakenham. Found out by 7lb rise at Huntingdon next time, though, and opposable back over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA100

SAN PEDRO (IRE)

(18) 551P4-P CD 8 11-13

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

Freddie Gordon J

O The Rockbourne Partnership Chris Gordon, Winchester T B Kilcarn Stud Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner, including in February. Well held since but could revive with cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHII BHA99

AVADA

KEDAVRA (IRE) (18) 014-531 6 11-13

Br Br g Milan - Miss Bobs Worth (IRE)

O Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

B William J. Noonan

Brendan Powell J

David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T

TIMEFORM VIEW Beneﬁted from a more positive ride when making all at Taunton last month, becoming his stable’s ﬁrst jumps winner since January 2024. Should go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA99

DRUMHELLER

(IRE) (28) 6P3U-62

Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Point The Toes (IRE)

6 11-2

James Davies J

O Vivid Racing Nick Giﬀord, Findon T

B Thomas Fahey Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden but improved when stepped up in trip when second over C&D 4 weeks ago. Unexposed at this distance so considered. TFRHHHHI BHA88

GLENGOLLY (GB) (26) 5UP54-4

6 10-7

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tsarinova Gavin Sheehan J

O Miss S. Pilkington

Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T

B WVTbs & Glanvilles Stud Fairfax & Favor Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and proving expensive to follow for current yard, well held at Ffos Las on return. Mark continues to slide at least. TFRHHHII BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Avada Kedavra (IRE), 4-1 Drumheller (IRE), Glengolly (GB), 5-1 Enjoy d’Allen (FR), San Pedro (IRE)

AVADA KEDAVRA improved to get oﬀ the mark at Taunton 18 days ago and makes the most appeal in a weak race. Drumheller seemed suited by the step up in trip when second over C&D last month and is feared most. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

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Race preview from Weatherbys

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Summer In Milan remains in the right hands to bounce back.

Whilstpostingararebelow-pareffort whenpulledupatFontwelllasttime, ChrisGordon’sSummerInMilanwas previouslyamodelofconsistencyand hadﬁnishedinthetopfouronallofhis previoussevenstarts.Thesix-year-oldis winlessinfourchasestartsbuthasnow slippedtojust1lbabovehislastwinning hurdlesmark–whenanimpressive eight-lengthwinnerbackinMarch–and remainsintherighthandstobounce back,hisstableingoodformatpresent.

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experienceshouldstandhimingood stead.Anexcellentjumperoutinfront thelasttwice,heholdsstrongclaimsif onceagainﬁndingthatsamerhythm here.

TheGaryandJoshMoorestableare inred-hotformatthemomentand theyardhaswontwoofthelastﬁve renewalsofthisrace.Theyrelyon Angel’sDreamhere–amaidenhurdle winneratthetracktwoyearsago–who shouldimproveforhisreappearance lasttimewhenreturningfromalmosta yearlayoff.Awinnerfromjusta1lblower marklastseason,heshouldstripﬁtterfor theouting.

Kitsilanolookedalittleoutpacedover ashortertripherelasttimebefore pluggingontotakesecondandshould appreciatethisstepupindistance. NowhavinghisthirdstartforDavid Bridgwater,theeight-year-oldlooks well-handicappedonpreviousIrish hurdlingform–whichincludesavictory atClonmelfromtoday’shandicapmark.

LadyPretenderhasyettoscorein16 startsunderrulesand,whilstpostinga braceofgoodeffortsatWincantonand Leicesterthistimelastyear,herform droppedofftowardsthelatterhalfof thecampaign.VenetiaWilliams’mare hasundergonewindsurgerysincelast seenandwillbidtotakeadvantageofa slidingmarkbackupintrip.

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9950

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4019, 2nd £2009, 3rd £1005, 4th £502, 5th £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (58 wins from 250 runners, 23%) runs SUMMER IN MILAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (11 wins from 34 runners, 32%) run ANGEL’S DREAM Fancy That: G & J Moore won this race in 2019 and 2021. The stable runs ANGEL’S DREAM today Longest Traveller: LADY PRETENDER trained by V Williams, Hereford, 182 miles.

Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

SUMMER

IN MILAN (IRE) (29) 1-2234P 6 11-10

Br B g Milan - Summer Again (IRE)

O The Les & Jan Gilbert Racing Legacy

Freddie Gordon J

Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Mrs R. Molony Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if he’d come on for his comeback over hurdles but ran poorly with cheekpieces back on when pulled up at Fontwell last month. Was fairly consistent prior to that and looks the type to bounce back in a change of headgear. TFRHHHII BHA95

2 KITSILANO (IRE) (14) 0001/-62

Br B g Fame And Glory - Liz’s d’Estruval (IRE)

8 11-9

Brendan Powell J

O Simon Hunt and Bob Wilson David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T

B Highfort Stud Winvic Construction Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWEnded time in Ireland with a career-best win over hurdles (only fair form) at Clonmel in December 2023. Oﬀ for nearly 2 years but showed a bit more on second start for new yard when well held runner-up over fences here (17f) 2 weeks ago. Could take another step forward back up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA94

BIRDMAN BOB (IRE)

(14) 352P-12 CD 8 11-7

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

Caoilin Quinn J

O Sureﬁreracing secret circle racing club Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T

B Apple Tree Farm Ltd Funnel Fuel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2 year losing run with an improved display on reappearance over C&D last month and again ran well under an attacking ride when chasing home a subsequent winner here 2 weeks ago. Looks to hold solid claims once again. TFRHHHHH BHA92

LADY PRETENDER (FR)

(207) 32436-P 6 11-6

Br B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Ahombros (FR)

Charlie Deutsch J

O Charles & Sarah de Rohan Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Jean-Arthir Contou Carrere & Yves Broca Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhurdler/chaserinFrance.BelowthatformforcurrentyardbutdidplaceinhandicapchasesatWincantonandLeicester(soft)thistimelastyear. Lacklustre eﬀorts all 4 starts since and hard to be conﬁdent unless market speaks in her favour on return following another wind op. TFRHHIII BHA91

5 ANGEL’S DREAM (FR) (2)

Br B g Martillo (GER) - My Angel (FR)

O Five Star Racing Group

0/PF16-6

C 7 11-2

Freddie Mitchell (3) J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Mrs Vanessa Frison KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner over hurdles and deﬁed 22/1 odds when making his second chase start a winning one at Lingﬁeld (2m) last November. Well below form over the same C&D the following momnth and didn’t show much on Saturday’s return to action. TFRHHHII BHA87

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: I SHUT THAT D’OR (FR) 6 12 0 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-10 (Joe Tizzard) 6 ran

Visor worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note:

SUMMER IN MILAN: Following its run on 16/11/2025 it was reported that the horse made several jumping errors.

LADY PRETENDER: Following its run on 22/5/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable

PLAY SMARTER

In a race where most have questions to answer, in-form C&D winner BIRDMAN BOB looks the safest option. Summer in Milan is the most likely danger if bouncing back in a change of headgear.

S.P’s: 9-4 Summer In Milan (IRE), Birdman Bob (IRE), 11-2 Kitsilano (IRE), 13-2 Lady Pretender (FR), 7-1 Angel’s Dream (FR)

NO SMOKING

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)

Leading course trainer (20-25): N Mulholland (17 wins from 114 runners, 15%) runs GRAND CONQUEROR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs GRAND CONQUEROR

Longest Traveller: GOLDEN IDENTITY trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 176 miles.

KID (GB) (20) 221-633

Br B g Kool Kompany (IRE) - Silver Link (IRE)

Brendan Powell J

O Swallowﬁeld Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B The Pocock Family Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner on debut in February but posted best eﬀort to date over hurdles when third on qualifying run at Hereford (16.2f) last time. Should be more to come now upped in trip for handicap bow. TFRHHHHI BHA103

IDENTITY (GB) (20) 565-523 6 11-13

Br B g Kayf Tara - Hidden Identity (IRE)

James Davies J O Mrs L.Bowtell & Mr P.Bowtell Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T B Paul Bowtell DragonBet, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement on the back of another breathing operation when second in a 2 1/2m Ffos Las handicap in October (form worked out well) and backed it up with a solid third at Hereford (19.7f, good) 20 days ago. Makes appeal oﬀ an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA102

TOMMY (IRE) (26) 225-364 C 7 11-12

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

O John and Marion Terry

Kevin Brogan J

Toby Lawes, Beare Green T

B John Hennessy Lawmens Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful at this track on ﬁrst 3 chase starts in 2023/24 and still in good heart last season despite not winning. Hasn’t returned in the same form this campaign though and remains to be seen if he fares any better oﬀ 5lb lower hurdles mark. TFRHHHII BHA101

KILL THE GROOVE (IRE)

(14) 00-333P 5 11-11

Br Br m Getaway (GER) - Mixie The Pixie (IRE)

O D. Hill, N. Emanuel & B. Chantler

Marc Goldstein J

Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne T

B P. Brolan Karen Jewell Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers/hurdles for Ben Pauling but was let down by her jumping on ﬁnal start for the yard. Now sent handicapping having pulled up on stable debut earlier this month and looks in danger of going the wrong way. TFRHHIII BHA100

(IRE) (22) 3-F005 4 11-1

Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Liss Na Siog (IRE)

O Colony Stables,Williams, Dicks, Bunch

Conor O’Farrell J

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Robert B. Hodgins Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a point but hasn’t achieved anything in novice/maiden hurdles to date. No surprise to see improvement now sent handicapping by capable yard and worth a second look in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA90

EL ARCO (IRE) (34) 0-000 4 10-9

Br B g Pillar Coral - Mareena James Best J

O Royal Arch Racing El Arco Harriet Dickin, Midford T

B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd

Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown little in 4 starts to date but warrants a market check upped markedly in trip for handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA84

ELIZA DOLITTLE (IRE) (56) 1661-55 CD BF 7 10-3

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

Tabitha Worsley (3) J

O Mr Michael O’Shea Nick Giﬀord, Findon T

B P. Connell Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Does most of her racing here and both wins registered at this track, the latest over C&D in April. Didn’t come on for her reappearance over longer trip here last time (possibly unsuited by heavy conditions) and should be closer to form back down in distance on a sounder surface. TFRHHHHI BHA78

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4.

Stewards Note:

2024: ELIZA DOLITTLE (IRE) 6 10 4 Tabitha Worsley 10-1 (Nick Giﬀord) 11 ran

EL ARCO: Following its run on 11/11/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Kool Kid (GB), Golden Identity (GB), 5-1 Eliza Dolittle (IRE), 13-2 Duhallow Tommy (IRE), 12-1 Grand Conqueror (IRE), 25-1 El Arco (IRE), 33-1 Kill The Groove (IRE)

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

GOLDEN IDENTITY sets the standard having shown solid form to place in back-toback handicaps. Handicap debutant Kool Kid is feared most ahead of course regular Eliza Dolittle, while Grand Conqueror would be interesting if supported.

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Leading course trainer (20-25): S Mullins (18 wins from 123 runners, 15%) runs SVELTE SILHOUETTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs JOAN’S CHOICE

Longest Traveller: WESTERN CHARM trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 145 miles.

Br B f Shirocco (GER) - Another Tempest (IRE)

O The South Downs Partnership

Tabitha Worsley (3) J

Nick Giﬀord, Findon T

B Mr H. Fowler Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shirocco ﬁlly. 28/1, last of 9 in bumper at Fontwell (17.7f, good) on NH debut. Oﬀ 6 months. Very hard to fancy. TFRHIIII BHA-

FLYING PIMPERNEL (GB) (177) 20

4 11-2

Br B f Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Fly Again Gavin Sheehan J O Jamie Snowden Racing Club

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B Mill House Stud & Mrs Kathy Stuart BetVictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second at Fontwell on bumper but seemed lacking a change of gear when down the ﬁeld at Bangor next time. Others preferred. TFRHHHII BHA3

JOAN’S CHOICE (IRE) (19)

32 5 11-2

Br B m Aﬃnisea (IRE) - Strawberry Lane (IRE)

Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr M. Creed Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Michael Creed

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in bumpers and was unlucky not to collect when a fast-ﬁnishing second at Wetherby last month. Should learn from that experience and sets the standard. TFRHHHHH BHA-

LEDECKA (GB) (36) 02

Br B m Scorpion (IRE) - Model Girl

O Mr J. Reddington

B Wood Farm Stud

5 11-2

Mr John Reddington (7) J

Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood T

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Improved from her debut when second of 5 in bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft, 25/1) 36 days ago, sticking to task. First run for yard after leaving Toby Bulgin for £30,000 gns. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA-

MARTHA’S COTTAGE (IRE)

(-)

Br B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Black Rock Lady (IRE)

4 11-2

Tom Bellamy J

O Ballaseyr Stud Ltd Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Mr B Cloney & Mr O Cloney Bartmac Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW £36,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park ﬁlly. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 2 1/4m) Publican. Newcomers from yard often fancied. TFRHHHHI BHA-

PURE OCEAN (IRE)

(-)

Br B f Crystal Ocean - Through The Lens (IRE)

O Mr J. Palmer-Brown

4 11-2

Brendan Powell J

Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T

B Brucetown Farms Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Crystal Ocean ﬁlly out of a half-sister to Champion Hurdler Binocular. Appeals as more of a long-term prospect on paper. TFRHHIII BHA-

SECRET DES LUNE (GB)

Br B f Maxios - Vic’s Last Stand (IRE)

(-) 4 11-2

Rex Dingle J

O Ms Gill Langford Ben Clarke, Corscombe T

B Robin Ellerbeck (Bloodstock) Ltd Tote, Ben Clarke Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maxios ﬁlly. Dam (c92/h110), 17f-2 1/2m hurdle winner (stayed 23f), closely related to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stays 25f) Tupelo Mississippi. Worth market check for yard with decent bumper record. TFRHHHII BHA8 SKITTISH (GB) (68) 6-2 4 11-2

Br B f Stimulation (IRE) - Flirtatious

Jonathan Burke J

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

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Very green on debut but was much improved when runner-up in a 5-runner bumper at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to firm, 11/4) 68 days ago, finishing some way clear of the remainder. Considered. TFRHHHHI BHA-

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

SVELTE SILHOUETTE (GB) (37) 3 4

Br B f Jack Hobbs - Pepite de Soleil (FR)

11-2

Daniel Sansom (3) J

O Mr C. R. Whittaker Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B C. R. Whittaker We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs ﬁlly. 50/1 and hooded, very green but showed ability when third of 8 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, good) on NH debut 37 days ago. Place claims again, especially if sharper this time. TFRHHHII BHA-

WESTERN CHARM (GB) (-) 4

Br B f Frontiersman - Charmaine Wood

O Mr R. W. Huggins

11-2

Ben Godfrey J

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Clarendon Farm Ltd geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Frontiersman ﬁlly. Half-sister to bumper winner/useful hurdler Stainsby Girl. Plenty of stamina in the pedigree but newcomers from yard often fancied. TFRHHHII BHA-

WILLSHEBE COURT (IRE) (186) 6 5 11-2

Br Br m Court Cave (IRE) - Willoughby Sue (IRE)

O Nick Giﬀord Racing Club

James Davies J

Nick Giﬀord, Findon T

B J. H. Kidd Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Court Cave mare, sister to smart hurdler/chaser Willoughby Court. 16/1, sixth of 10 in bumper at Worcester (16f, good to soft) on NH debut. Oﬀ 6 months. Tongue strap on for 1st time. More required. TFRHHIII BHA-

WINGS AND WANDS (IRE)

(596) 1- 5 11-2

Br B m Wings of Eagles (FR) - On The Prairie (IRE)

O Mr David Scott (Kent)

B Miss Hannah Cashman

Tom Cannon J

Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

Southern Cranes & Access Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 4-y-o, Wings of Eagles mare. Half-sister to useful hurdler Ooh Betty. Won an Irish point in April 2024 and market may well prove best guide as to expectations on debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2024: EASY LOVE (IRE) 4 11 2 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-2 (Anthony Honeyball) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 3, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Joan’s Choice (IRE), 7-2 Skittish (GB), 7-1 Martha’s Cottage (IRE), 10-1 Svelte Silhouette (GB), 11-1 Ledecka (GB), Secret des Lune (GB), 14-1 Western Charm (GB), 25-1 Flying Pimpernel (GB), 28-1 Wings And Wands (IRE), 33-1 Pure Ocean (IRE), Willshebe Court (IRE), 100-1 Approaching Storm (IRE)

JOAN’S CHOICE was unlucky not to overcome trouble in running at Wetherby last time and can swiftly make amends here. Skittish pulled clear with the winner when runner-up at Sedgeﬁeld last time and lookks the main threat, with Martha’s Cottage rating an interesting newcomer.

PREDICTION: 1.JOAN’S CHOICE (IRE) 2.SKITTISH 3.MARTHA’S COTTAGE (IRE)

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First Race 12.30 - THE ROYAL ARCH RACING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for novice three yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 11st 3lb 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. Graeme Brown has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 17 entries at £45. - Closed December 9th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.00 - THE G.E.WHITE & SONS AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7393 to the winning horse The second to receive £3402, the third £1701, the fourth £851 and the ﬁfth £424. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £70 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 6th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. G.E.White & Sons have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries at £70. - Closed December 9th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5655; Second £2827; Third £1414; Fourth £707; Fifth £353. (Penalty Value £7393.40)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 1.30 - THE MARIA & NICK’S PERFECT WEDDING GIFT MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Friends and Family of Maria & Nick 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 best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £45. - Closed December 9th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)

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Fourth Race 2.00 - THE BECOME A RACEHORSE OWNER AT oldgoldracing.com 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 6th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Old Gold Racing have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries at £36. - Closed December 9th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72)

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Fifth Race 2.30 - THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5254 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1208, the fourth £604 and the ﬁfth £301. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £49 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 6th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Weatherbys 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. 10 entries at £49. - Closed December 9th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4019; Second £2009; Third £1005; Fourth £502; Fifth £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)

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Sixth Race 3.00 - THE DAWSON HART SOLICITORS 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 0-105. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 6th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Dawson Hart 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. 10 entries at £36. - Closed December 9th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 3.30 - THE STADDON SEND-OFF MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. for four and ﬁve yrs old ﬁllies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Plumpton 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. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £24. - Closed December 9th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)

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