EASTER FESTIVAL
MONDAY 21ST APRIL 2025
Official race programme £3.00
WELCOME
Welcome to The BetGoodwin Easter Weekend Raceday –Monday 21st April
It was a great day yesterday and today looks equally as good.
Welcome to the Easter Monday, we are excited to see you all on what is set to be a tremendous day and we do hope you had an enjoyable Easter Sunday.
Today marks the second of our Premier Racedays, with this year’s BetGoodwin Easter Monday Raceday featuring a prize fund of £247,500, highlighted by the £100,000 BetGoodwin Sussex Champion Chase.
For the second day Plumpton Racecourse is set to play a pivotal role in the 2025 Trainers’ Championship, with Willie Mullins and Dan Skelton vying for the title. Given the competitive nature of the championship, the outcomes at Plumpton today could be decisive in determining the 2025 British jumps trainers’ champion.
I would like to thank our Partners; BetGoodwin, Southern Cranes and Access Ltd and Strong Flavours for their tremendous support throughout the 2024/25 Season, along with today’s sponsors, Cappagh Brown Utilities Ltd, BetGoodwin, Gordon & Angela Ashdown, Southern Cranes & Access Ltd and Peter Savill.
Our main sponsor for the Sussex Champion Chase is BetGoodwin, a long-standing partner with whom Plumpton has built a fantastic relationship over many years. We are especially grateful to Julian Head for his generous support of this sponsorship.
We have a cracking 7 race card today, with 59 runners declared worth £247,500 of prize money our most expensive raceday in Plumpton’s history. Our feature race will be The BetGoodwin Champion Chase worth £100,000, which is £50,000 more than last year and our most expensive race ever. Last year we saw Scarface, ridden by Brendon Powell and trained by Joe Tizzard beat 2023 heroin Black Jerry by 4 lengths. This year’s renewal promises to be highly competitive, with 10 runners set to line up—including entries from both Willie Mullins and Dan Skelton. The field also features JPR One, the highest-rated chaser in the race, along with two former Sussex Champion Hurdle winners: Teddy Blue (2023) and Aucunrisque (2022).
Today, we’re excited to announce the winners and runners-up of the inaugural 2025 Plumpton Schools Art Competition—a new community initiative inviting local primary school children to create Easter and Plumpton Racecourse-themed artwork. Open to ages 5–11, the competition received over 100 impressive entries, judged by local artists Hui Hue and James Burke. They praised the creativity and joy in the children’s work, particularly the winners’ unique interpretations. The winning designs are now proudly displayed at Plumpton Racecourse’s North Entrance, adding vibrant colour to the space. This annual event aims to grow in 2026, with even more schools involved. Join us at the Parade Ring after the 5th race to celebrate the young artists’ achievements!
It’s a busy day here at Plumpton, with both enclosures open and a full schedule of entertainment. All our Family Entertainment is located in the Centre Course, and is accessible to all ticket holders, regardless of enclosure. You’ll find maps located around the racecourse—so be sure to take a look! With seven fantastic races and plenty of fun for all ages, it’s set to be an exciting day for the whole family.
Craig Staddon Chief Executive
Looking ahead, we still have our Season Finale, on 11th May. General admission tickets start from £14 with hospitality starting from £95 and can be booked or enquired by visiting www. plumptonracecourse.co.uk
Happy Easter to you all.
Have a great day at Plumpton, Heart Of The Community.
Best wishes
Stewards
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
Monday 21st April 2025
FERGUS SWEENEY (Chief Steward) NIGEL STAFFORD (Stewards’ Panel Chair), JOSEPH CHAN, NATHAN GREEN, MICHAEL WALTON
Starters JAMES STENNING, SAM AVIS
Judge JANE GREEN
Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD
Veterinary Officers HOWARD NEWITT, KANICHI KUSANO
Commentator SIMON HOLT
Raceday Announcer COLIN BROWN
Medical Officers Dr RIZWAN GHANI (SRMO), Dr ROB DENNEY, Dr SAMI GHANI
JMR Nurse JANE JACKSON
Physio SALLY DUFTY
Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAMPFLI (SVS), KIRSTY BARNARD, MARIA ROSA
Betting Ring Manager VICKI MOORE
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers SARAH COLLINS, CAROL LEGGETT, SUZANNE FELTHAM, PETER DOUBLE
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
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 Specialist
Martyn Smith Company Accountant
TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM
Top Jump Trainers with Runners Today
Chris Gordon - saddles Press Your Luck, Aucunrisque, Now I Know, Illegal d’Ainay, Little Soiree & Jefe Triunfo.
Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today
Rex Dingle - has four rides today, Now I Know, Illegal d’Ainay, Public Enemy & Fortune Timmy.
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
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:
C
= 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
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.
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A game winner over C&D on her penultimate start, LA DOLCE DOLLY proved that was no fluke when she shrugged aside a 4lb higher rating to follow up at Wincanton three weeks ago. A further 4lb rise might not be enough to prevent Andy Irvine’s mare from completing a hat-tick. Fellow last-time-out winner Gwennie May Star is feared the most, although Warranty and Kaituna River are also capable players.
SELECTION: La Dolce Dolly
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Danger: Gwennie May Star
After a 37-length success at Ayr, ASTA LA PASTA is very hard to ignore. Admittedly, the selection’s task was made easier by the departure of his main rival three out that day, but he was barely extended in the closing stages and a 5lb higher mark is manageable. Sans Bruit also won well last time and could prove to be the main danger, although Westport Cove should not be discounted.
SELECTION: Asta La Pasta
Danger: Sans Bruit
NORN IRON looks to be the safest option based on his proven reliability. Well supported for a handicap contest at Newbury last month, Harry Derham’s gelding didn’t do much wrong as that race unfolded and was only denied by a neck at the line. Compensation is attainable with another step forward. The unexposed Roman Roy and Start Again are the logical players for the forecast slot.
SELECTION: Norn Iron
Danger: Roman Roy
WICKED THOUGHTS appreciated the faster underfoot conditions in maiden company at Ascot last month. He forged clear of his rivals in the closing stages and Paul Nicholls’ charge looks one to keep on the right side of now handicapping. Escapologist and Ambion View are others of interest on their handicap debuts, with the former marginally preferred, but Excelero bids for a hat-trick and may prove the biggest threat to the selection.
SELECTION: Wicked Thoughts
Danger: Excelero
LADY JAGO will likely be raised by more than her 7lb penalty in the future, having trounced the opposition when scoring at Warwick a week ago. The hat-trick beckons for Dan Skelton’s progressive chaser. Sea Invasion posted a better effort when runner-up at Exeter last time and could pose a threat if the application of headgear has the desired effect, while Fakenham winner Lyrical Genius is preferred of the remaining pair.
SELECTION: Lady Jago
Danger: Sea Invasion
Aggagio is talented on his day and he has won off this mark in the past, albeit back in 2023. He can still go well here, but if PUBLIC ENEMY takes a step forward from his maiden win over course and distance earlier this month, he could be the one to be on under Rex Dingle. Alan King’s Dickens and Synchronist are the pick for the minor prize money.
SELECTION: Public Enemy
Danger: Aggagio
Kajikia won a decent bumper at Ascot on his first start, although he was beaten a long way in a Listed race next time out and needs to bounce back. Willie Mullins is represented by the Yeats gelding Emerald Poet, but he is bred to be better over further and he may have to give way to LE BEAU MADRIK. Dan Skelton’s newcomer has more speed in his pedigree and that may see him come out on top.
SELECTION: Le Beau Madrik
Danger: Emerald Poet
Doubles and trebles on any races of your choice
THE CAPPAGH BROWNE UTILITIES LTD CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £12117, 2nd £6057, 3rd £3030, 4th £1515, 5th £756. (Penalty Value £15843) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs PRESS YOUR LUCK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs GWENNIE MAY STAR
Weightwatcher: PRESS YOUR LUCK won off a handicap mark of 132, his rating is now down 9lb to 123.
Longest Traveller: KELLS PRIORY trained by Louise G Lyons, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
YOUR LUCK (IRE)(52) 014/0-P0 10 12-0
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Merry Gladness (IRE)
Freddie Gordon J
O Mrs Jenny Gordon Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Gregory Rossiter Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winning hurdler/chaser at his best but offered nothing on both starts after returning from a lengthy absence at Newbury in February. Cheekpieces reapplied to try spark a revival.
(FR) (15) P-22532 C
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Ballymena Lassie
HHIII BHA123
8 11-9
Freddie Mitchell J O Ms Adrienne Gross Sheena West, Lewes T B S.C.E.A. Des Bissons Southdowns Unleashed S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in 2022 who ran as well as he has when going down narrowly in 5-runner event over C&D (good) just over 2 weeks ago. Nudged back up 1lb and every chance he will be in the mix again. TFRHHHHI BHA118
KEN ROY (IRE) (44) 33-42PP 6 11-4
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Rose Indienne (FR)
Jay Tidball (3) J
O Mr Graeme Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirdin2bumperslastspring.Alsoshowedpromisewhenreachingtheframeinhisfirst2hurdlesbutpulledupbothstartsthisyear,failingtohandle the track on a first run right-handed over hurdles at Sandown (19.8f, good to soft) just over 6 weeks ago. Should do better this way around. TFRHHHII BHA113
Br B g Ask - Kaituna (IRE)
8 11-3
Jamie Brace J
O Money Down The River Alex Hales, Edgecote T
B I. Geraghty Winwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner and fair winning hurdler who matched that level on chase debut when runner-up in handicap at Southwell in December. Not in the same form on next 2 starts but ran well back hurdling when runner-up at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good to soft) just over 3 weeks ago. Can build on that. TFRHHHIIBHA112
(IRE) (88) 3/-1000P 8 11-0
Br B g Valirann (FR) - Kells Hall (IRE)
O Nicholas Teehan
B Mrs Assumpta O’Brien
Kieran Callaghan J
Louise G. Lyons, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Defied a near 2-year absence when scoring at Killarney last July but has struggled since, last seen pulling up at Gowran (24.3f, heavy) in January. Engaged 5:15 here Sunday. TFRHHIII BHA109
COPSHILL LAD (IRE) (2) 155535 7 10-13
Br Gr g Kingston Hill - Una Sorpresa (GER) J
O Middleham Park Racing XLVII
B Miss Roisin O’Brien
NON-RUNNER
Harry Derham, Newbury T
Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in hurdle at Stratford in October. 5/1, fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (26.5f, heavy) 2 days ago. Others more persuasive. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA108
GWENNIE MAY STAR (FR) (9) 050151 5 10-13
Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Grande Symphonie (FR)
O Ms Gwendoline M Clarke
Tristan Durrell (3) J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B SC Racing Investment Society Ecurie RIS The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken his form up a notch since the turn of the year, opening his account at Newcastle in January before doubling his tally in first-time cheekpieces in 10-runner handicap at Bangor (19.6f, good) 9 days ago. Likely to stay this far and could prove a tough nut to crack from 7lb higher. TFRHHHHHBHA108
8 LA DOLCE
DOLLY
(IRE) (21) 366411 CD 6 10-13
Br B m Milan - Monbeg Dolly (IRE)
TIMEFORM VIEW On the up since sent handicapping and got off the mark over C&D last month. Didn’t need to improve any further to follow up at Wincanton (24.7f, good) 3 weeks ago and she remains unexposed as a stayer. Solid each-way player. TFRHHHIIBHA108 at in (26.5f,
Philip Armson J
O The Lump O’Clock Syndicate Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T
B Cathal Ennis Funnel Fuel S
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ALL AUTHORIZED (FR) (52) 2231-63
6 10-9
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Polysheba (FR) Caoilin Quinn (3) 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 Bumper/hurdle winner here who showed more than on chase debut when third of 4 in novices’ handicap at Newbury (19.8f) in February. Quickly reverts to hurdles and a return to this venue could well see him in an even better light. Tongue tie applied. TFRHHHHIBHA104
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2024: ROLLO’S KINGDOM 7 10 4 Ben Godfrey 11-2 (Jeremy Scott) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Stewards Note:
KEN ROY: Following its run on 8/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Gwennie May Star (FR), 4-1 Warranty (FR), 5-1 La Dolce Dolly (IRE), 13-2 Kaituna River (IRE), 8-1 All Authorized (FR), 14-1 Kells Priory (IRE), 20-1 Ken Roy (IRE), 50-1 Press Your Luck (IRE)
GWENNIE MAY STAR took his form up a notch when scoring in first-time cheekpieces at Bangor 9 days ago and, with this step up in distance holding no fears, Dan Skelton’s charge can make it 3 wins from his last 4 outings. Heading up the dangers is Warranty, who went down narrowly over C&D earlier in the month, while All Authorized and La Dolce Dolly can fight out third.
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.
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
Hospitality at Plumpton
Horse racing and hospitality are natural partners and with 17 great racedays to choose from we have a variety of packages available to create your perfect day at the races.
Choose from our Al a Carte Paddock Restaurant overlooking the Parade Ring, or our Set Menu
Final Fence Restaurant at the heart of the action by the final fence on course.
Prices from £95 (inc VAT)
THE BETGOODWIN SUSSEX CHAMPION CHASE
HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £40390, 2nd £20190, 3rd £10100, 4th £5050, 5th £2520. (Penalty Value £52810)
SECOND
RACE 2.35 2m 214y
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs AUCUNRISQUE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs ASTA LA PASTA
Longest Traveller: WESTPORT COVE trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 JPR ONE (IRE) (40) 10-1340 D
Br B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Knightess (IRE)
8 12-0
Brendan Powell J
O Mr J. P. Romans Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T B Robert Allen Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Grade 2 at Lingfield as a novice last season and made a winning return on the back of wind surgery in the Haldon Cup at Exeter. Ran well behind Jonbon in the Tingle Creek next time before shaping as if still in form in Game Spirit and Grand Annual. Needs considering back in calmer waters. TFRHHHHHBHA155
2 MARTATOR (FR) (40) 113060 D
Br B g Martaline - Tornada (FR)
8 11-3
Charlie Deutsch J O Camilla Norton Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Mr H. Des Ste Gauburge Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a smart handicap chaser, bringing up the 5-timer with plenty to spare at Ascot (16.7f) in November. Found life tougher off revised mark since though not disgraced in the Grand Annual last time and mark is creeping back down. TFRHHHIIBHA144 3
WESTPORT
COVE (FR) (17) 0-04422 BF 7 11-1
Br B g Muhtathir - Reine Pieuse (FR)
Nico de Boinville J
O Mr Cathal Hughes W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B S.C.E.A. de Maulepaire
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who’s getting better with each run over fences, collared only close home in maiden at Wexford 17 days ago. Opening mark in this sphere looks no more than fair but he may still have more to offer. TFRHHHHIBHA142 4
MATTERHORN (FR) (30) 111P00 D 7 11-1
Br B g Martaline - Sacarine (FR)
Harry Cobden J
O Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mme Henri Devin Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Wonhisfirst4starts inhandicap chases thisseason butmadeabadearly errorwhen pulledupatNewtonAbbotinAugust andreportedly bledwhenwell held at Ascot in November. Probably needed the run at Newbury on first run since last month and interesting that Cobden rides him over Sans Bruit. TFRHHHHIBHA142 5
FRINGILL DIKE (IRE) (40) 120150 D 8 11-0
Br Ch g Mahler - Credo Star (IRE)
O Caron & Paul Chapman
B Cathal Ennis
Conor O’Farrell J
Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T
Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly made up into a better chaser than hurdler last season, successful on his first 3 starts over fences. Added to his tally with 2 more wins this term and not disgraced back from a break when mid-field in Grand Annual. Could figure. TFRHHHIIBHA141
SANS
BRUIT (FR) (18) 3P5P41 D 7 10-12
Br B g Triple Threat (FR) - Swedish Dancer (IRE)
O Mr Andy Peake
Jay Tidball (5) J
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Societe D’Entrainement Louis Baudron Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record this season but back to his very best when repeating last year’s success in Red Rum at Aintree, again making all. That was his cup final, though, and Cobden seemingly prefers Matterhorn. TFRHHHHI BHA139
PASTA
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Asian Maze (IRE)
O The Asta La Pasta Partnership
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Ms Helga Moore Ashford Stud of 5095 S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-timewinner overhurdles andbetterformoverfencesthisseason,makingthemostofagoodopportunity atCarlisle inNovember. Mixed record since but added another win to his tally at Ayr 10 days ago. Will find this more competitive but respected all the same. TFRHHHHIBHA135
BLUE (GER) (30) 005112 C 7 10-4
Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Tickle Me Blue (GER)
O Hale Sargent Evans Clifton
Paul O’Brien J
Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Gestut Gorlsdorf OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Talented but his temperament started to look an issue for the Moore stable. Has taken better to fences than might have been expected, allowed to dominate at Huntingdon before following up in very different fashion at Kempton. Decent second at Newbury since but will find this more competitive. TFRHHHIIBHA131
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AUCUNRISQUE (FR) (31) 316002 C
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Saintheze (FR)
O Goodwin Racing Ltd
10
9 10-3
Charlie Maggs (5) J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B L. Lafitte, H. Barus & P. Lafitte Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gainedafirstsuccesssincehis2023 BetfairHurdlewinwhenlanding adecent2mAscothandicap inNovember.Failed tofirenext3startsbut bounced back with a good second at Newbury last month. Just as good over fences so not taken lightly on belated return to this sphere. TFRHHHIIBHA130
COASTGUARD STATION (IRE) (22) 154461 D 9 10-2
Br Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuruwaat (IRE)
O CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd
Sam Twiston-Davies J
Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T
B Michael O’Sullivan Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Uttoxeter last summer and better than ever when resuming winning ways after 4 months off at Ascot last month. 2lb out of the weights here but he’s fresher than most and thrived this time last year. TFRHHHHI BHA127
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2024: SCARFACE (IRE) 7 11 8 Brendan Powell 16-5 (Joe Tizzard) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 10.
Stewards Note: AUCUNRISQUE: Following its run on 21/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Sans Bruit (FR), Asta La Pasta (IRE), 13-2 Westport Cove (FR), 8-1 JPR One (IRE), 17-2 Teddy Blue (GER), 11-1 Matterhorn (FR), Aucunrisque (FR), 14-1 Coastguard Station (IRE), 20-1 Martator (FR), Fringill Dike (IRE)
JPR ONE often keeps better company than this and remains on a good mark on the pick of his form having shaped better than the bare result in the Grand Annual at Cheltenham last month He gets the vote for last year’s winning stable, with Westport Cove and Coastguard Station heading the dangers in a competitive renewal.
THE ROY REEVE MEMORIAL ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)
THIRD RACE 3.10
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs NOW I KNOW
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (6 wins from 21 runners, 29%) runs START AGAIN Longest Traveller: START AGAIN trained by F O’Brien, Cheltenham, 147 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
2
3
NORN IRON (IRE) (30) 43/-2242 BF
Br Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Coco des Champs (IRE)
7 11-6
Paul O’Brien J
O Dr. Paul Kelly Harry Derham, Newbury T B Louise Cooper-Joyce OLBG S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise in 2022/23 season for Oliver Sherwood and has been shaping up very well in handicaps for this yard, coming up a neck shy at Newbury a month ago. Should gain compensation. TFRHHHHH BHA118
NOW
I KNOW (IRE)(28) 0-000T
Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Ok Whats Next (IRE)
5 11-6
Rex Dingle J
O Mrs Debbie Rees Chris Gordon, Winchester T B Aaron Doocey Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to make an impact. Will need to show improvement here. TFRHIIII BHA-
ROMAN ROY (GB)
(42) 25-3256
Br Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Present Your Case (IRE)
6 11-6
Harry Cobden J
O Mr Graeme Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Yorton Farm Stud Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in bumpers and although his best effort in novice hurdles came at this venue, his finishing effort was found to be lacking when turned over at short odds in a 4-runner race. 2 disappointing efforts have since followed, too, and he’s now back in trip. TFRHHHIIBHA101 4 START AGAIN (IRE) (187) 0P20 5 11-6
Br B g Kingston Hill - Start Allover (IRE)
5
Jack Hogan (3) J
O The Tequila Tipplers Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mr A. M. O’Grady BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show a great deal in points but much more like it when runner-up at Worcester in September. Wasn’t seen to best effect back there the following month and now goes hurdling back from a break. TFRHHHHI BHA-
BALLYHEALY DIAMOND (IRE) (10)
Br B m Diamond Boy (FR) - Oscar Invitation (IRE)
6-5F5
6 10-13
Freddie Mitchell (3) J
O Mr D. Steele Daniel Steele, Henfield T
B Thomas Fleming
TIMEFORM VIEW Will need to show improvement here. Yet to make an impact.
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3.
TFRHIIII BHA-
2024: KAITUNA RIVER (IRE) 7 11 6 Harry Cobden 3-1 (Alex Hales) 8 ran
Stewards Note: ROMAN ROY: Following its run on 10/3/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 2-5 Norn Iron (IRE), 5-1 Roman Roy (GB), 15-2 Start Again (IRE), 100-1 Now I Know (IRE), 150-1 Ballyhealy Diamond (IRE)
NORN IRON has been expensive to follow in handicaps but he didn’t do a lot wrong when second at Newbury a month ago and he really should make no mistake here. Roman Roy’s profile isn’t particularly encouraging, so hurdles debutant Start Again is offered for forecast purposes.
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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.
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for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £45000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £18176, 2nd £9086, 3rd £4545, 4th £2273, 5th £1134. (Penalty Value £23764.50)
Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FOURTH RACE 3.45 2m 4f 114y THE SOUTHERN CRANES NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs CONFINENTIC and ILLEGAL D’AINAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs MOSTLY SUNNY
Longest Traveller: MR ESCOBAR trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
MR ESCOBAR (IRE) (52) 5r21 7 12-0
Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Naalatt (IRE)
Kieran Callaghan (5) J
O Bowes Lodge Stables W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Mr David Harrison
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winner at 12f on flat but he’s an unreliable sort and came in last of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 52 days ago, weakening quickly. Needs to bounce back switched to hurdles for his handicap hurdle debut. Engaged Plumpton 5.15 Sunday. TFRHHHIIBHA126
EXCELERO
(FR)
(71) 41-3011
Br B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Si St Eloi (FR)
5 11-11
Ciaran Gethings J O Holt Macnabb Robinson Carpenter Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B O. Tricot Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a hat-trick after novice wins at Bangor and Exeter (18.5f, soft) either side of Christmas. Can make his presence felt after a break back in handicap company. TFRHHHII BHA123
VIEW (FR) (59) 33-1F23 BF
Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Abeona de Clermont (FR)
O Mr O. C. R. Wynne & Mrs S. J. Wynne
6 11-11
Brendan Powell J
Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Elevage de Clermont & Hortense Huet Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with success in 2m2f maiden hurdle at Exeter in October and has continued in good nick, third of 7 in novice there (16.7f, heavy) 59 days ago. Back up in trip for his handicap hurdle debut and very much one to consider. TFRHHHIIBHA123
ESCAPOLOGIST
(FR) (35) 043122
Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Comohio (FR)
O K & N Waite Construction Limited
6 11-7
Sam Twiston-Davies J
James Owen, Newmarket T
B Mr Earl De Faydeau K & N Waite Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Fakenham in January and looked on the up until a below-form second of 7 in novice hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft) 35 days ago. In excellent hands and worth another chance now now going into handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA119
ELYSIAN
KNIGHT
(GB) (24) 6413P1 6 11-7
Br B g Champs Elysees - Hobb’s Dream (IRE)
Conor O’Farrell J
O Jane Nuala Cartwright Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Neil Mulholland Racing Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got right back on track with a second success of the season in 2m5f novice hurdle at Fontwell 24 days ago by 6 lengths from Authentic Legacy. Well on top at the finish there so has to be taken seriously on just his second handicap start. TFRHHHHHBHA119
WICKED
THOUGHTS (IRE) (22) 12-2F21 6 11-6
Br Ch g Mahler - Emily’s Princess (IRE)
Harry Cobden J
O Mrs L. Maclennan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Thomas Norris Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Readily opened his hurdling account with a career best in 4-runner novice hurdle at Ascot (19.3f, good to firm) 22 days ago. Not taken lightly now going handicapping. TFRHHHHI BHA118
Br Bl g Authorized (IRE) - Forever Present (IRE)
Caoilin Quinn J
O Tony Head and Gary Moore Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Netherfield House Stud
KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 2m handicap at Newbury in March and backed it up with a good second of 5 to Elysian Knight in novice hurdle at Fontwell (21.8f, good) 24 days ago. Can go well again. TFRHHHII BHA118
Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Torpille d’Ainay (FR)
O Mr John H. W. Finch
Rex Dingle J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Mr Stephane Milaveau Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who comes here on the back of a good fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Windsor (20f, good to soft) 92 days ago. Shortlisted after a break. TFRHHHII BHA116
12
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Nansheen (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O Kennington, Reed, Sharp & Goodsir Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Crossogue Bloodstock Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely progressive sort who bagged a third win of the season at Kempton in February. Respectable third of 7 in handicap hurdle at Newbury (20.5f, soft) 52 days ago. Considered.
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Drop (FR) Nico de Boinville J
O A D Spence & I Madueke Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Spreadex Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form when runner-up on his first two starts but only fourth of 6 to Excelero in novice hurdle at Exeter (18.5f, soft) 71 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut on the back of a wind op so could bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA114
Br Gr g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Electrostatique (FR)
Alwens & Digweeds
B Mrs Marie Merienne & Mr Julien Merienne Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing &
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced sort but he arrives on a hat-trick after landing 2m novice here then handicap over C&D
days ago. Up 4lb but he’s very much one to consider.
MOSTLY SUNNY (IRE) (32)
Br Ch g Zarak (FR) - Belle Above All
020505 6 10-11
Skelton
O Mighty Macs Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mrs D. J. James
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner on the Flat who struck twice over hurdles for Dan Skelton at the start of the season. Below par of late though, fifth of 7 at Ludlow last month. Needs to take a step forward. Engaged Plumpton 515 Sunday. TFRHHIIIBHA109
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn by No. 1, 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10. Stewards Note:
MR ESCOBAR: Following its run on 28/2/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Elysian Knight (GB), 6-1 Mr Escobar (IRE), 8-1 Wicked Thoughts (IRE), 9-1 Escapologist (FR), 10-1 Excelero (FR), Authentic Legacy (GB), 12-1 Confinentic (FR), 14-1 As The Fella Says (IRE), Mostly Sunny (IRE), 16-1 Ambion View (FR), 20-1 Star of Affinity (IRE), 33-1 Illegal d’Ainay (FR)
Lots with chances but ELYSIAN KNIGHT looks to have got in lightly reverted to handicap company on the back of his emphatic Fontwell novice victory so gets the vote. Paul Nicholls’ handicap debutant Wicked Thoughts heads the list of dangers, although a whole host of others can also have a say including As The Fella Says, Confinentic, Escapaologist and Authentic Legacy.
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500
Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833. (Penalty Value £8713.65) Weights lowered 5lb
FIFTH RACE 4.19
Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (17 wins from 59 runners, 29%) runs ONETHREEFIVENOTOUT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs LADY JAGO
Longest Traveller: LYRICAL GENIUS trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 266 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
JAGO (IRE) (7) 236P11
Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Clara Mc Cloud (IRE)
Harry Skelton J
O Mr Robert Kirkland Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B D. Condon
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler who opened her chasing account back from 3 months off in 4-runner handicap at Wincanton (25f, good) last month. Oddson and didn’t break sweat when following up at Warwick last week and bold show likely in her bid for the hat-trick under a penalty here. TFRHHHHIBHA105 2
INVASION (IRE) (34) 3-23632 C BF 7 11-9
Br Ch g Sea Moon - Aloha Iwanaga (GER)
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T B S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW SteadilyprogressiveoverhurdlesforChrisGordonlastseason.Yettomatchthatforminthisspherebuthewasaclearsecondoveraninadequate trip at Exeter (19.2f, good) last month and he’s a serious player back up in trip here with first-time blinkers and tongue strap enlisted. TFRHHHHH BHA110
ONETHREEFIVENOTOUT (IRE)
Br B g Milan - Back To Loughadera (IRE)
(73) 2010-66 9 11-9
Harry Cobden J
O The Stewart Family Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B J. J. Harty Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner but has failed to make an impact in 2 starts since switched to fences and now finds himself with a fair bit to prove. TFRHHIII BHA110
LYRICAL
GENIUS (IRE) (66) P-33531 8 11-2
Br B g Milan - Rheinland (IRE)
O The Friday Lunch Club
Tom Cannon J
Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T
B S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a long losing run (and belatedly opened account in this sphere) when landing a 4-runner handicap chase at Fakenham (29f, good) in February. 3lb rise certainly not the end of the world but he’s not the most reliable. TFRHHHIIBHA103
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
2024: HILLTOWN (IRE) 6 9 13 Bradley Harris 15-8 (Seamus Mullins) 6 ran Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.
Probable
S.P’s: 11-8 Lady Jago (IRE), 7-4 Sea Invasion (IRE), 9-2 Lyrical Genius (IRE), 12-1 Onethreefivenotout (IRE)
SEA INVASION has slipped to an attractive mark and is a tempting alternative to the hat-trick seeking Lady Jago. Anthony Honeyball’s representative posted his best effort yet in this sphere when runner-up over a trip short of his best at Exeter and this test will be more suitable. Lady Jago is greatly respected but this is tougher than the races she has recently netted at Wincanton and Warwick, while Lyrical Genius is not one to rely on and Onethreefivenotout has plenty to prove at present.
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Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs LITTLE SOIREE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs CUSANO
Longest Traveller: SYNCHRONIST trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 266 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
AGGAGIO (FR) (35) 065514 D BF
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ravage
Rob Hargreaves (7) J
O Aura Racing Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Michel Sardou
TIMEFORM VIEW Snappedalosingrunstretchingbackalmost2yearswhencapitalisingonafallingmarkwhenwinninginthisgradeatWarwick(2m)butfailedtoback it up under a penalty the following week when jumping poorly over brush hurdles at Southwell (20.4f). No surprise to see him bounce back. TFR
HE’S A
LATCHICO
(IRE) (10) 2263-61 7 11-12
Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Daliana
O Mr Danny O’Neill and Mr Gary Moore
3
Freddie Mitchell (3) J
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Kildaragh Stud KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW FairlyusefulontheFlatandwontwiceoverhurdlesherein2023/24.Confirmedthepromiseofrecentreappearancewhennotchinghisthirdhurdles win at Fontwell (17.7f) 10 days ago, winning with a bit in hand having been supported. Back up in grade but still one to be interested in. TFRHHHHH BHA108
BYZANTIUM (FR) (116) 2-24P
Br Gr g Magneticjim (IRE) - Ticket Holder (FR)
5 11-9
Harry Cobden J
O Mr Brendan McManus Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Ecurie Cap Orne & John Studd Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW WononhisonlyFlatstartinFranceinautumn2023andshowedabilityinqualifyingrunsforthisyardwithoutseeingouthisraces(hashadwind surgery / wears tongue tie), Disappointed on handicap debut when last seen but not ruled out if he can put it all together on his return. TFRHHHIIBHA105 4
SYNCHRONIST (IRE) (32) 2-06512 D 6 11-9
Br Ch g Notnowcato - Sarah Ponsonby (IRE)
O THE GO RONNIE SYNDICATE
Tom Cannon J
Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T
B Mr Michael Rafter Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Advanced his form on his handicap debut when scoring in 10-runner race at Southwell (15.8f, good) and improved again in defeat when runner up at Southwell (16.8f) 32 days ago. In better company but may be capable of progressing again. TFRHHHIIBHA105
MOONSHINE MAN (IRE) (49) 502503 6 11-9
Br B g Sea Moon - Getout (IRE)
Brendan Powell J O Wymer, Kehoe and Garner
Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T
B Michael Cave Henrietta Knight S
TIMEFORM VIEW Notdisgracedinastrongercontestonhandicapdebuthavinghelpedforceafairlystrongpaceandrancreditablywhenthirdbackinmaiden company at Southwell (15.8f) last month, going on the bridle longer than the 2 that beat him. Lightly-raced and could be more to come. TFRHHHIIBHA105
INFERNO
SACREE (FR) (32) 236325 CD BF 7 11-5
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Altesse Sacree (FR)
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr Russell Lane Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T B Henrieteta Charlet & Graham Porter
Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner hasn’t won since 2023 but was much more himself when second of 4 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield last month. Likely found the race coming too soon when fifth over the same C&D just 9 days on and may well get back on track here. TFRHHHHIBHA101
Br Gr m Vendangeur (IRE) - Turmoss (FR)
O The Patrick Kehoe Partnership
Freddie Gordon (3) J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Mr R. Bryan Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Improved switched to more aggressive tactics when narrowly denied over C&D in February (in front everywhere bar the line) but failed to back that up when well below form at Fakenham 38 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA100
PUBLIC ENEMY (IRE) (15) 31 CD 4 11-3
Br B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Chibola (ARG)
O Mr Chris Baldwin
Rex Dingle J
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Mrs Anita Wigan geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart flat pedigree and was placed on the Level in France prior to an encouraging hurdles debut for this yard at Taunton in February. Didn’t need to improve on that when dominate a 5-runner novice over C&D 15 days ago. Remains unexposed on handicap debut. TFRHHHIIBHA107
11
DICKENS
(IRE) (39) 53/4-5F1 D
Br B g Excelebration (IRE) - Open Book
7 11-0
Philip Armson (3) J
O Alan King & Niall Farrell Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Chapel Lane Farm L.T.D. Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW DualFlatwinnermayhavegotoffthemarkwhenfalling3outatUttoxeter(15.8f,heavy)inDecemberbutdulymadeamendsnexttime,well-suited by a
when winning 13-runner handicap
CUSANO
at Hexham (16.2f). Can run another big race with pace to aim at again. TFRHHHHH BHA96
(GB) (222) 42440 5 10-12
Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Negra Del Oro (GER)
Harry Skelton J
O Mr Frank Murphy Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Nils Petter Gill The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat but yet to reach those heights over hurdles. Ran poorly (after 10 weeks off) when last seen finishing ninth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (16f, good). Returns from a break after wind surgery and is one to note in the betting for title-chasing trainer. TFRHHHIIBHA94
SGIAN DUBH (FR) (24) 4-050 5 10-11
Br B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Sans Peur (FR)
Charlie Deutsch J
O Mr Charles Wilson Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B D&C Bloodstock & C. Wilson We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden at best on the Flat but again looked less than straightforward when eighth of 10 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f, good) 24 days ago. No surprise to see connections try cheekpieces but will need to improve on handicap debut. TFRHHIIIBHA93
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5, 10.
Stewards Note: LITTLE SOIREE: Following its run on 14/3/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 He’s A Latchico (IRE), 11-2 Public Enemy (IRE), 7-1 Dickens (IRE), 9-1 Moonshine Man (IRE), 10-1 Synchronist (IRE), Inferno Sacree (FR), 14-1 Aggagio (FR), Byzantium (FR), Cusano (GB), 20-1 Little Soiree (IRE), 33-1 Sgian Dubh (FR)
A fair race for the grade given the money on offer; this could be run to suit the free-going DICKENS who was seen to better effect in a strongly-run race last time and may be able to follow up. He’s A Latchico won with plenty in hand 10 days ago and looks set to run well again, with stablemate Aggagio also respected.
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THEBETGOODWINFREEBETONNOSELOSERSOPENNATIONALHUNT FLATRACE(CLASS2)(Category1Elimination)(GBBRACE) for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £23000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £9598, 2nd £4800, 3rd £2399, 4th £1201. (Penalty Value £12525.80)
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs FORTUNE TIMMY, GENERAL BRIAR and JEFE TRIUNFO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs LE BEAU MADRIK
Longest Traveller: EMERALD POET trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
2
JEFE TRIUNFO (FR) (50) 1-0
6 11-7
Br Gr g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Assemblee A Brion (FR) Tom Cannon J
O Miss Jane Goddard Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Gilles Chaignon & Jean-Victor Chaignon Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won on Worcester debut in May 2023. Not seen again until ninth of 14 at Huntingdon last month, looking second or third best until his absence told. Entitled to strip fitter now but jockey booking suggest the stable has stronger candidates elsewhere. TFRHHHIIBHA-
KAJIKIA (FR) (122) 10 5 11-7
Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Kilfenora (FR)
Jay Tidball J
O The Brooks & Stewart Families Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Francis Matzinger & Charlotte Thomesse Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ridden on both starts by Jay Tidball, winning on Ascot debut in November before running no sort of race in a listed event there just before Christmas. TFRHHHII BHA-
EMERALD LAD (FR) (-)
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Attente de Sivola (FR)
6 11-3
Paul O’Brien J
O Mr Colm Donlon Harry Derham, Newbury T
B S.A. Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd et al OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Diamond Boy gelding. Brother to a point winner. One to note on debut for a yard with a healthy bumper strike-rate. TFRHHHHI BHA-
EMERALD
POET (IRE) (-)
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Levmoss Lady (IRE)
5 11-3
Harry Cobden J
O Ms Eleanor Manning W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Mrs Eleanor Manny
TIMEFORM VIEW Yeats gelding. Dam unraced. Top Irish stable has an outstanding bumper record and he’s likely the one to beat, particularly if the betting speaks for him. TFRHHHHH BHA-
FORTUNE
TIMMY (IRE)
(100) 2 5 11-3
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Flaming Nora (IRE)
O A J Pegley
Rex Dingle J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B A. Magnier & P. McCormack Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £40,000 after finishing second in an Irish point in January. The third in that race won a bumper recently. Interesting to see what the betting makes of him. TFRHHHII BHA-
GENERAL BRIAR
(IRE) (57) 32-2 BF
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Shantou Rose (IRE)
O The Morestead Augean Stables Syndicate
6 11-3
Freddie Gordon J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Mrs Deborah Hobson Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £55,000 recruit from the Irish point field at the end of 2023. Promise when second in a C&D bumper on Rules debut 8 weeks ago and has the potential for better.
ROI DU RISK
(FR) (85) 01 D
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Bella Lawena (IRE)
O West Coast Haulage Limited
B E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu
TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 10-13
Brendan Powell J
Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T
Henrietta Knight S
TIMEFORM VIEW Left October’s debut well behind when winning C&D bumper in January, just holding on. It’s likely more will be needed again under a penalty. TFRHHHII BHA-
LE BEAU MADRIK (FR)
(-) 4 10-9
Br Gr g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Boma Has (FR)
O Mr Alan Harte
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Emmanuel-Julien Leclerc The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW €35,000 Beaumec De Houelle gelding. Dam, hurdle/chase winner in France, half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 3m) One Big Bang. Title-chasing trainer has an excellent bumper record this season. TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 4, 8.
2024: BLUEY (IRE) 5 10 6 Joe Anderson 8-1 (Emma Lavelle) 7 ran
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Emerald Poet (IRE), 4-1 Le Beau Madrik (FR), 6-1 General Briar (IRE), 9-1 Emerald Lad (FR), Roi du Risk (FR), 11-1 Fortune Timmy (IRE), 12-1 Kajikia (FR), 22-1 Jefe Triunfo (FR)
Willie Mullins had a first-time-out bumper winner in these silks at the recent Scottish Grand National meeting and can repeat the feat with EMERALD POET. The chief threat may come from title-rival Dan Skelton newcomer Le Beau Madri. Emerald Lad is another much respected debutant, with General Briar, one of 3 for Chris Gordon, possibly best of those with bumper experience.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EMERALD POET (IRE) 2.LE BEAU MADRIK (FR) 3.GENERAL BRIAR (IRE)
RESULT TIME
1st 3rd 2nd 4th
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.00 - THE CAPPAGH BROWNE UTILITIES LTD CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15843 to the winning horse The second to receive £7290, the third £3645, the fourth £1824 and the fifth £909. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £150 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 18th, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. Cappagh Brown Utilities Ltd has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owners. A £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 21 entries at £150. - Closed April 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.35 - THE BETGOODWIN SUSSEX CHAMPION CHASE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £52810 to the winning horse The second to receive £24300, the third £12150, the fourth £6080 and the fifth £3030. for five yrs old and upwards. £500 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BetGoodwin have generously sponsored the race and will provide a memento and perpetual trophy for the winners. A £100 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 17 entries, 4 at £100 and 13 at £500. - Closed April 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £40390; Second £20190; Third £10100; Fourth £5050; Fifth £2520 (Penalty Value £52810)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.10 - THE ROY REEVE MEMORIAL ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £82 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Peter Savill has generously sponsored this race in the memory of their father and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £82. - Closed April 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.45 - THE SOUTHERN CRANES NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23764 to the winning horse The second to receive £10935, the third £5467, the fourth £2736 and the fifth £1363. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Southern Cranes have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owners. A £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 27 entries at £225. - Closed April 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18176; Second £9086; Third £4545; Fourth £2273; Fifth £1134. (Penalty Value £23764.50) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.19 - THE GORDON AND ANGELA ASHDOWN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004 and the fourth £1003. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £82 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £82 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Family of Gordon & Angela Ashdown have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owners. A £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £82. - Closed April 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833. (Penalty Value £8713.65) Weights lowered 5lbs. SEE PAGE 33 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.55 - THE BETGOODWIN BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £82 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £66 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BetGoodwin have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 18 entries at £82. - Closed April 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.35 - THE BETGOODWIN FREE BET ON NOSE LOSERS OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12525 to the winning horse The second to receive £5770, the third £2884 and the fourth £1444. for four, five and six yrs old 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, April 15th and pay £115 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 3lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb. BetGoodwin have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 23 entries at £115. - Closed April 15th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9598; Second £4800; Third £2399; Fourth £1201. (Penalty Value £12525.80) A SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
