Plumpton Racecard - Sunday 20th April by Weatherbys

SUNDAY 20TH APRIL 2025

Oﬃcial race programme £3.00

WELCOME

Welcome to The BetGoodwin Easter Weekend Raceday

Welcome to Plumpton and from all the team we wish you a very Happy Easter.

Today is one of our Premier Racedays, part of the sport’s “Premierisation” initiative aimed at elevating the quality, prestige, and overall raceday experience. These special fixtures showcase top-class horses, enhanced prize money, and a truly memorable atmosphere—so you’re in for a real treat! This year’s BetGoodwin Easter Sunday Raceday boasts a prize fund of £206,000, headlined by the £75,000 BetGoodwin Sussex Champion Hurdle.

Plumpton Racecourse is poised to play a crucial role in the outcome of the 2025 Trainers’ Championship, with Willie Mullins and Dan Skelton locked in a fierce battle for the title. The BetGoodwin Easter Festival features an impressive £450,000 in prize money across two days, which could have a significant influence on the final standings. With the championship race so tightly contested, the results at Plumpton may prove decisive in crowning this year’s British jumps trainers’ champion.

We’ve got a fantastic 7-race card today with 58 runners declared. The highlight is the BetGoodwin Sussex Champion Hurdle, where last year we saw Our Champ, trained by Chris Gordon and ridden by Rex Dingle, storm to victory by an impressive 11 lengths over Mr Freedom and Tapley. This year’s renewal looks highly competitive, with 11 runners lining up—including four from Willie Mullins and two from Dan Skelton. The field also features 14-time Champion Trainer Paul Nicholls, who has won this race three times (2015, 2017, and 2021), Chris Gordon, also a three-time winner, including last year, Gary Moore, who landed the race in 2023 with Teddy Blue, and Robert Walford, adding further depth to a stellar line-up.

I would like to thank our Partners; BetGoodwin & Southern Cranes and Access Ltd for their tremendous support throughout the 2024/25 Season, along with today’s sponsors, Extech, Mayo Wynne Baxter, Peter Savill, BetGoodwin and Strong Flavours.

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.

Looking ahead, we’re excited for the final day of our Easter Festival on Monday, 21st April, with advance tickets still available. Beyond that, our Season Finale takes place on Saturday, 11th May—a great way to close out the racing season in style. General admission starts from £14, while hospitality packages begin at £95. Tickets and enquiries can be made at www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk.

Craig Staddon Chief Executive

Happy Easter to you all.

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

Best wishes,

Stewards

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Sunday 20th April 2025

SOPHIE CANDY (Chief Steward) ADAM BARKER (Stewards’ Panel Chair), JOSEPH CHAN, BEN FORD, MICHAEL WALTON

Starters JAMES STENNING, SAM AVIS

Judge JANE GREEN

Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD

Veterinary Oﬃcer HOWARD NEWITT

Commentator SIMON HOLT

Raceday Announcer COLIN BROWN

Medical Oﬃcers Dr LUCY FREE (SRMO), Dr RIZWAN GHANI, Dr ROB DENNEY

JMR Nurse JANE JACKSON

Physio SALLY DUFTY

Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAMPFLI (SVS), EMILY ERDE, SUSANA PALOU

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

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

Lucy Wadham- saddles Scene One in the 4.40pm today.

Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today

Lorcan Williams - has one ride today, Joe Cotton in the 4.40pm race.

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

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.

Having found only an unexposed rival too strong on her handicap bow at Ffos Las a fortnight ago, JASMINE D’AIRY holds leading claims reverting to maiden company. Harry Derham’s mare is top rated and a first triumph over hurdles could beckon. The biggest threat may emerge from Rules/stable debutant She Is For Me Boys, who was a winner of her sole point-to-point in Ireland. Lady Kluck is the pick of the remainder.

SELECTION: Jasmine D’airy

Danger: She Is For Me Boys

BOB BOB RICARD wasn’t beaten far when finishing fourth in a class 2 event at Newbury 29 days ago. The seven-year-old makes plenty of appeal on his return to class 4 company and he shades the vote over C&D winner Alien Storm. Charlie Longsdon’s inmate has proved triumphant on both outings over fences at this track and another good account is forecast. Chase/ handicap debutant Le Fauve is also worth a second look.

SELECTION: Bob Bob Ricard

Danger: Alien Storm

Having regained the winning thread at Chepstow last month, My Friend Sean warrants respect in his follow-up bid. However, an 8lb higher mark demands another career best from Tom Lacey’s charge and UGO BINGO is more appealing. The six-year-old posted a solid second on his stable bow at Fontwell 23 days ago and a 3lb nudge up in the ratings looks workable. The downgraded Barrabool could also have a say.

SELECTION: Ugo Bingo

Danger: My Friend Sean

Trainers Gary & Josh Moore are based locally and have a good record at Plumpton, suggesting bottom-weight HAVAILA, the only C&D winner in the field, has every chance. Beaten less than three lengths at Newbury last month in a similar race, he could get back to winning ways. Dan Skelton has two in here with Major Fortune the mount of Harry Skelton, while Hugos New Horse is worth another chance, despite pulling up at Windsor last time out.

SELECTION: Havaila

Danger: Major Fortune

Four Willie Mullins runners here makes life interesting with SIR GERHARD the pick off a mark of 147 in first-time cheekpieces. Five wins over hurdles in the past include the Ballymore at the Cheltenham Festival in 2022, though he is now a veteran at the age of 10. She’s A Saint is interesting with her recent Aintree victory her second start in two years and she may have more to offer, though Knickerbockerglory might be the pick of Harry Skelton.

SELECTION: Sir Gerhard

Danger: She’s A Saint

SIAM PARK has made an excellent start to his chasing career and stepping up in trip seemed to bring about further improvement when scoring comfortably from the front at Stratford last month. A 6lb rise for that success could prove lenient, and it may be that Taxus Baccata gives him the most to think about, having won over C&D on her penultimate start before a respectable second at Fakenham next time. Fontwell scorer Joe Cotton is another to note, as well as Shakeyatailfeather, who would be turning out quickly under a 7lb penalty after scoring at Cheltenham on Thursday.

SELECTION: Siam Park

Danger: Taxus Baccata

A valuable contest in terms of the UK’s trainer’s title, Willie Mullins sends over MR ESCOBAR, who makes his handicap debut over hurdles, having scored comfortably over shorter at Sedgefield in November. Running off a mark of 126 looks manageable for the seven-year-old, and he may have too much for Busy Being Busy, who arrives on a hat-trick after a pair of easy victories at Fakenham. A stablemate of the selection, King Alexander is expected to have a say on the drop in grade, along with the consistent Torrent.

SELECTION: Mr Escobar

Danger: Busy Being Busy

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COMPUTING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total prize fund £16500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6885, 2nd £3444, 3rd £1721, 4th £861. (Penalty Value £8985.90)

Race Stats

Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (17 wins from 59 runners, 29%) runs CHIQUE ANGEL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs LADY KLUCK

Longest Traveller: LADY D’ARBANVILLE trained by Ben Clarke, Corscombe, 141 miles.

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

BLACK (IRE) (9) 0-604P4 7 11-4

Br B or Br m Califet (FR) - Lady Rhinestone (IRE)

James Davies J

O Miss E. J. Tanner David Weston, West Overton T B S. L. Rodwell Flintstone Bloodstock S TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a bumper but limited impact in various company over hurdles. Tongue tie left oﬀ

CHIQUE

ANGEL (IRE) (31) 4-345

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

6 11-4

Harry Cobden J

O Mrs L. Maclennan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B Miss Lisa Pyne Morson Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame in 2 bumpers a year apart. Seemingly stretched by 21f on heavy ground when a remote fourth on Wincanton hurdles debut but tame eﬀort at Chepstow since means she has questions to answer. TFRHHHII BHA-

D’AIRY (FR) (14) 2-14522 BF

Br B m Authorized (IRE) - Elna d’Airy (FR)

6 11-4

Mr Ben Sutton (5) J

O Mr N. Sutton Harry Derham, Newbury T

B J. Dubois & SCEA De La Vallee De L’Orne OLBG S

TIMEFORM VIEW £120,000 purchase on the back of success in a Tipperary bumper last May. Progressive form over hurdles, second of 7 on handicap debut a fortnight ago and that sets the standard back in maiden company. TFRHHHHI BHA106

LADY D’ARBANVILLE (GB)(112) 2/124-00 C 7 11-4

Br Bl m Authorized (IRE) - Miracle Maid

O Mrs A. E. Baker

Rex Dingle J

Ben Clarke, Corscombe T

B Whitley Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked potentially useful when winning course bumper in December 2023. Has been disappointing over hurdles so far, leaving Nicky Henderson following heavy defeat in December. TFRHHHII BHA102

LADY KLUCK (IRE) (47) 13145 5 11-4

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dream Function (IRE)

O Craig & Laura Buckingham

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B B&O Cloney Headﬁeld Farm Ltd Manor Farm Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW £75,000 point recruit who landed a Sedgefield bumper in December. Shaped like a stayer when fifth on hurdles debut over 20.6f last month and she’s expected to improve on that. Hood fitted. TFRHHHII BHA-

PRECIOUS JEAN (IRE)

(23) 0-000 5 11-4

Br Ch m Diamond Boy (FR) - Anna Holty (IRE)

Charlie Deutsch J

O Mr Derek G Williams Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T

B Price Of Oats Syndicate Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in pair of bumpers last spring and fared no better sent hurdling at Fontwell. TFRHIIII

7 SHE IS FOR ME BOYS (GB)(197) 1 6

Br B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Bet Davis (IRE)

O Mrs K. B. Gunn

11-4

Gavin Sheehan J

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B Miss S. J. Turner BetVictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW 17,000gns3-y-o,42,000gns5-y-o,ClovisDuBerlaismare.SistertofairhurdlerJaneduBerlais,stays19f.Damunracedoutoffair19f-21f hurdle winner Tambourine Davis. Won sole start in Irish points in October and starts out at a very realistic level over hurdles. TFRHHHHH BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2024: KING WILLIAM RUFUS (FR) 7 11 6 Rex Dingle 3-1 (Chris Gordon) 8 ran Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Stewards Note:

LADY D’ARBANVILLE: Following its run on 29/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. PRECIOUS JEAN: Following its run on 28/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Jasmine d’Airy (FR), 3-1 She Is For Me Boys (GB), 4-1 Lady Kluck (IRE), 7-1 Lady d’Arbanville (GB), 11-1 Chique Angel (IRE), 28-1 Calli Black (IRE), 150-1 Precious Jean (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The standard set by those with hurdles experience isn’t an exacting one so SHE IS FOR ME BOYS, an Irish point winner in October, may well be up to the task on Rules debut. Jasmine d’Airy is the obvious threat unless Lady Kluck improves plenty for her opening run in this sphere.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHE IS FOR ME BOYS 2.JASMINE D’AIRY (FR) 3.LADY

GBB NOTICE

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ABANDONMENTS

In the event of a fixture being abandoned, refunds on admission badges and tickets purchased will be paid in the following circumstances:

Abandonment before completion of the first race - full refund;

Abandonment before completion of the third race - 50% refund; Abandonment thereafter - no refund.

In the event that a refund is due, refunds can not be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, please send your badge/ticket with full address details, within 28 days of the date of the race meeting to Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, East Sussex BN7 3AL.

British racing has reduced the number of horses that fall by a third and fatalities to 0.25% of 90,000 yearly runners.

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)

WYNNE

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice ﬁve 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)

SECOND RACE 2.20

Leading course trainer (20-25): G & J Moore (46 wins from 290 runners, 16%) runs JOLYJUMP

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs LE FAUVE

Longest Traveller: FLAMELCO trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 266 miles.

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

BOB BOB RICARD

(IRE) (29) 250P14 7 12-1

Br B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Russian Memories (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J

O Mr Paul Downing Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for the switch to fences this season, winning 3 good-ground handicaps, including at Doncaster last month. Far from disgraced in a class 2 at Newbury since and needs considering back down in class. TFRHHHHH BHA121

2 ALIEN STORM (IRE) (35) 133132 CD 7 12-1

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Missusan (IRE) David Bass J

O The Alien Storm Partnership Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T

B Railside Farm Merriebelle Stable LLC S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of handicap chase wins here this season and was a good second at Chepstow last month despite making jumping errors. Should go well again back at this venue. TFRHHHHI BHA121

Br Ch g Masterstroke (USA) - Grenadines Island (FR)

5 11-6

Harry Skelton J

O Mrs Susan Carsberg Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin

Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for €105,000 after going down by a nose on hurdling debut in France but has disappointed after a promising third in Aintree Listed event on yard debut, breaking a blood vessel last time. Bit to prove sent chasing on handicap bow. TFRHHHII BHA112

Br B g Falco (USA) - Meldown (FR)

7 11-1

Tom Cannon J

O Yen Hall Farm Racing Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T

B Mr A. Blin, Mme A. Blin, et al Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Suspect jumper of fences but opened chase account on third start for current yard at Catterick in December and went in again at Huntingdon in January. Back to form when second at Ffos Las 2 weeks ago so not taken lightly. TFRHHHHI BHA107

(22) 3-65444

Br Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Codrina (FR)

O Velocity Racing NH

6 10-10

James Bowen J

Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T

B Gheorghe Codre 1Account Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner for Gordon Elliott last winter. Yet to scale same heights switched to fences for present stable, though mark continues to tumble at least. TFRHHHII BHA102

JOLYJUMP

(FR) (34) 413P42

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Pepite du Mathan (FR)

O Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head

6 10-8

Caoilin Quinn J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Mrs D. Saliou & Haras de La Haie Neuve KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on chase debut to win at Southwell in November. Best eﬀort since when good second of 5 there (15.8f, good to soft, 5/1) 34 days ago. Shortlist material oﬀ the same mark with headgear applied. TFRHHHHI BHA100

MISS FEDORA (IRE) (17)

Br B m Helmet (AUS) - Shahabad

631541 CD 6 10-2

Ellis Collier (5) J O Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most consistent but she made it 2 from 2 over this C&D 17 days ago. This a tough ask from 4lb out of the handicap. though. TFRHHHII BHA90

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2024: KANSAS CITY STAR (IRE) 7 12 0 Paul O’Brien 6-1 (Harry Derham) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5. Stewards Note:

LE FAUVE: Following its run on 3/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

FLAMELCO: Following its run on 6/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Bob Bob Ricard (IRE), 5-1 Alien Storm (IRE), Flamelco (FR), Jolyjump (FR), 13-2 Tactical Aﬀair (FR), 15-2 Le Fauve (FR), 14-1 Miss Fedora (IRE)

BOB BOB RICARD has done well over fences this season and can resume winning ways back down in class. This does look competitive, though, with Jolyjump and Alien Storm heading the dangers.

GBB NOTICE

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

THE HARRY & BETTY SAVILL MEMORIAL NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice 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)

Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

THIRD RACE 2.55

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs JOREBEL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs DENZIL Longest Traveller: MY FRIEND SEAN trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 185 miles.

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

1 MY FRIEND SEAN (IRE) (31) 301131 6 12-0

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Kaﬃe

Cameron Iles (5) J

O Mr David Kellett Tom Lacey, Woolhope T

B Anthony Smiddy Plumbing World S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3 wins in last 4 starts when seeing oﬀ 4 rivals at Chepstow (2m, good) last month. Raised another 8lb but further progress can’t be discounted. TFRHHHHI BHA108

BARRABOOL (GB) (29) 5-21520 C 5 11-9

Br B m Jack Hobbs - Barra Hooley (IRE)

Paul O’Brien J

O One Four One Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Tom Weston OLBG S

TIMEFORM VIEW Wona2mcourse maiden onhurdle/yard debutinNovember.Matched thatforminnovices onnextoutings. Last month’s Kelso handicap debut was a little disappointing, though. Fitted with a tongue strap on the back of that. TFRHHHII BHA103

OFFICER

OF STATE (GB) (34) 0-12402 D BF 6 11-9

Br B g Golden Horn - Queen Consort (USA)

O State of Play & G L Moore

B Godolphin

Niall Houlihan J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat in France but nowhere near that level over hurdles. Latest Fontwell second wasn’t that convincing as he merely kept on having been oﬀ the bridle a long way out. Cheekpieces go on in a bid to try and sharpen him up. TFRHHHII BHA103

UGO

BINGO (FR) (23) 41U142 BF 6 11-7

Br B g Walzertakt (GER) - Krasota (FR)

O Mr J. P. Romans

Brendan Powell J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Pierre Lamy & Horse & Feed Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 handicaps for Anthony Charlton at the end of 2024 and shaped as if still on a good mark when second in Fontwell handicap for new yard last month. Big player. TFRHHHHI BHA101

LUNA

EFFECT (IRE) (8) 424

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

5 11-4

Caoilin Quinn J

O Mrs E. Avery Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B The Potent Embrace Partnership KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on Flat since a well-held fourth on Fontwell handicap hurdle debut in November.

MONSANT

(IRE) (41) 6-600P5

Br B g Laverock (IRE) - Last Hope (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA98

7 11-3

Richie McLernon J

O Paul McKeon Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Clongiﬃn Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Most encouraging run since Joining Neil Mulholland when ﬁfth of 13 at Stratford last month. May have gone closer but for meeting a bit of trouble and interesting in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHH BHA97

DENZIL (GB) (18) 622032

Br Bl g Dink (FR) - Manly Dream (FR)

4 11-0

Harry Skelton J

O Foxtrot Racing Mumford’s Magic Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Nick Skelton Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Creditable second of 5 in novice selling hurdle at Exeter (18.5f, good, 9/4) 18 days ago. Bit more needed back in a handicap.

TFRHHHII BHA102

BLUEGRASS (GB)(246) 05-3006 5 10-11

Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE)

O Thorne Farm Syndicate

Lorcan Murtagh J

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T

B Cover and Carry Limited Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner but only modest form at best over hurdles for this yard last year. Best watched unless the market vibes strong back from 8 months oﬀ Has a hood and tongue tie combined for the ﬁrst time. TFRHHIII BHA91

JOREBEL (FR) (22) 3-04043

Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Natarebelle (FR)

6 10-9

Freddie Gordon (3) J

O Mr D. S. Dennis Chris Gordon, Winchester T B Mr Michel Pehu Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Very good third of 8 in handicap hurdle (17/2) at Uttoxeter (2m, good to soft) 22 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA89

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2024: SEA INVASION (IRE) 6 11 11 Freddie Gordon 7-2 (Chris Gordon) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 3, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 My Friend Sean (IRE), 9-2 Ugo Bingo (FR), 11-2 Oﬃcer of State (GB), 9-1 Monsant (IRE), Jorebel (FR), 11-1 Luna Eﬀect (IRE), 12-1 Denzil (GB), 14-1 Barrabool (GB), 33-1 Kentucky Bluegrass (GB)

MONSANT showed his ﬁrst sign of promise for the Neil Mulholland yard at Stratford last month and is given a chance to build on that promise with cheekpieces added now. Ugo Bingo made an encouraging start for new trainer Joe Tizzard at Fontwell last month and is preferred to My Friend Sean for the forecast spot.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MONSANT (IRE) 2.UGO BINGO (FR) 3.MY FRIEND SEAN (IRE)

GBB NOTICE

TRAINER CHRIS GORDON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £35000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £14137, 2nd £7067, 3rd £3535, 4th £1768, 5th £882. (Penalty Value £18483.50)

Weights raised 12lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs UNANSWERED PRAYERS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs HIDDEN HEROICS & MAJOR FORTUNE Longest Traveller: MAJOR FORTUNE & HIDDEN HEROICS trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 140 miles.

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

Br B g Ocovango - Fitanga Speed (IRE)

2

Freddie Gordon (3) J

O The Morestead Pres Partnership Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Kevin Talbot Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in Southern National at Fontwell in November and backed it up with solid placed eﬀorts at Sandown/Ascot. However, he has failed to complete the last twice, struggling from quite some wat out before being pulled up in a valuable Kempton handicap in February. This is easier. TFRHHHHI BHA128

HUBRISKO (FR) (43) 01-0046

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Ubriska (FR)

8 11-13

Paul O’Brien J

O Normans, Ramsay, Tufnell & Bishop Harry Derham, Newbury T

B SCEA De L’Aubay & SC Couetil Elevage OLBG S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at best for Willie Mullins and bettered what he showed on ﬁrst 2 starts for this yard when fourth in a 6-runner Musselburgh handicap (23.6f, good to soft) in February. Brushed aside fairly readily at Sandown since and cheekpieces got on upped in trip. TFRHHHII BHA127

HIDDEN HEROICS (FR)

(36) 0-P1P50 D 8 11-12

Br B g Coastal Path - Quine de Sivola (FR)

Tristan Durrell (3) J

O Mr Ian Lawrence Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr Mickael Fennessy The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back from a couple of lesser eﬀorts when winning a 27.5f Stratford handicap last summer but it’s been all downhill since and he’s best treated with caution. TFRHHHII BHA126 4

HUGOS NEW

HORSE (FR)(93) P0P-02P 8 11-9

Br B g Coastal Path - Pour Le Meilleur (FR)

Harry Cobden J

O The Stewart Family Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mr Dominique Guyon Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-timehurdlewinner in2022/23campaign. Lostwaysubsequently butmadepromisingchasedebutwhennever-nearer secondof5in handicap over 19.8f at this venue in December. Must cast aside a heavy defeat at Windsor since and also has stamina to prove. TFRHHHII BHA123

MAJOR FORTUNE

(IRE) (29) 66P426 D 7 11-8

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Numero Huit (IRE)

Harry Skelton J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Major Fortu Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Noel O’Brien Olive Print & Graphics S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bigimproversteppedupto21/2m+lastseason,winning5onthespinandaddingtohistallyatNewtonAbbot(16.8f)inOctober.Formwentthewrongway since but left chasing debut eﬀort behind when runner-up at Leicester last month and 2m no good to him at Newbury. Upped markedly in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA122 6

HAVAILA

(IRE) (30) 531312 CD 6 10-13

Br Ch g Le Havre (IRE) - Waila

O Havaila Partnership

Sam Twiston-Davies J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Southcourt Stud KM Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has started well over fences and easily bagged his second success in 3-runner handicap chase over C&D in March. Better form when second at Newbury since and he seems sure to give it another good go. TFRHHHHH BHA113

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2024: CAP DU NORD (FR) 11 10 6 Gavin Sheehan 9-2 (Christian Williams) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Havaila (IRE), 7-2 Major Fortune (IRE), 4-1 Unanswered Prayers (IRE), 5-1 Hugos New Horse (FR), 12-1 Hubrisko (FR), 14-1 Hidden Heroics (FR)

This looks trappy but unlike the rest of his rivals, HAVAILA is coming into this in top form, so while he lacks the class of a few of these, he rates the percentage call. This trip looks much more suitable for Major Fortune, while Unanswered Prayers is used to competing in slightly deeper races than this.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HAVAILA (IRE) 2.MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) 3.UNANSWERED PRAYERS (IRE)

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SUSSEX

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £29813, 2nd £14903, 3rd £7455, 4th £3728, 5th £1860, 6th £930. (Penalty Value £39022.50)

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs OUR CHAMP Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (9 wins from 64 runners, 14%) runs ABSURDE, DADDY LONG LEGS, SIR GERHARD & TOUNSIVATOR

Fancy That: C Gordon won this race in 2016, 2022 and 2024. The stable runs OUR CHAMP today P Nicholls won this race in 2015, 2017 and 2021. The stable runs AFADIL today

DADDY LONG LEGS (FR) (37) 013520 D 6 12-0

Br Ch g Almanzor (FR) - Private Eye (FR)

Nico de Boinville J

O Mrs J. Donnelly W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mme Hilary Erculiani

TIMEFORM VIEW Handicaphurdlewinner atthePunchestown Festival lastseason andbaggeda2mGrade3atTipperary inOctober.Creditable 61/4lengths ninth of 16 to Kargese in County Hurdle at Cheltenham (17f, good to soft) 37 days ago but a couple of these were ahead of him. TFRHHHII BHA151 2 ABSURDE (FR) (37) 16P41-3

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Incroyable (USA)

O H. O. S. Syndicate

B Wertheimer et Frere

3

7 11-11

Harry Cobden J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Smartunderbothcodes.Enjoyedastellar2024,winning theCountyHurdleatCheltenhamandListedraceatChesterbeforeanexcellent ﬁfth in the Melbourne Cup. Reappeared with a ﬁne third of 16 in this year’s County at Cheltenham last month. Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA148

SIR GERHARD (IRE) (64)

13-4633 D

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Faanan Aldaar (IRE)

O Cheveley Park Stud

B Keatingstown Bloodstock

10 11-10

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

Cheveley Park Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler/chaser. Hasn’t been at that level over the smaller obstacles this season but did travel well for long way when 9 1/4 lengths third in Gowran Grade 3 last time and possible ﬁrst-time cheekpieces will put an edge on him. TFRHHHII BHA147

TOUNSIVATOR (FR) (37) 151000 D 6 11-6

Br Ch g Motivator - Tounsi (FR)

O Temple Bloodstock Tounsivator Syndicate

B Jean-Claude Seroul

Sam Twiston-Davies J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won Grade 2 Royal Bond novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (2m, good) in December. Better than result in competitive handicaps since, with 2 1/2m seemingly stretching his stamina in Martin Pipe at Cheltenham. Respected back at 2m. TFRHHHHI BHA143

(IRE)(43) 65P-135 D 9 11-2

Br B g Fame And Glory - The Brass Lady (IRE)

Harry Skelton J O S T Racing - Knickerbocker

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Brittas House Stud & Canterbrook Stud Stanley’s S TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced ﬁne record when fresh by landing a heavy-ground Sandown handicap on return in December. Creditable ﬁfth of 17 in Imperial Cup there (2m, good to soft) last time. Likely to be in the mix for Dan Skelton. TFRHHHII BHA139

AURIGNY MILL (FR) (61) 4-P1612 D BF 8 11-2

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fresh Princess (FR)

O Mrs E. Weld

B Mr Jean C. Haimet & Mr Michael Wilde

Joe Anderson (3) J

Robert Walford, Blandford T

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever for new yard this season, winning handicaps at Newbury (2m) and Taunton (19f). Fine second back at Taunton (2m) last time and merits consideration from an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA139

HANSARD (IRE) (16) 5-40300 CD 7 11-2

Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Quiet Down (USA)

Niall Houlihan J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Hansard Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Lynchbages Edgeridge Ltd & Glenvale Stud

Olive Print & Graphics S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since bagging the 2023 Gerry Feilden at Newbury. Some creditable eﬀorts this season but he was behind a few of these in the County at Cheltenham. Failed to stay 2 1/2m at Aintree since. TFRHHIII BHA139

OUR CHAMP (IRE)

(37) 613506 CD

Br B g Champs Elysees - Aﬀascinare (IRE)

O Pearson,Jenner,Hawkings,Dunford&Harding

7 10-12

Freddie Gordon (3) J

Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Fethard Bloodstock Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to his best to win 2m Ascot handicap in November before very creditable third in the Gerry Feilden later that month. Not in the same form on next 2 starts but back on song when sixth of 16 in County Hurdle at Cheltenham (17f, good to soft) 37 days ago. Another who has to enter calculations TFRHHHII BHA135

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

SHE’S A SAINT (IRE) (16) 2122/-21 D

Br B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Charade (IRE)

O Estate Research PC Limited

B Cathal Ennis

8 10-10

Tristan Durrell (3) J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t stood much racing in recent times but returned from another 10 months oﬀ with a career best to win a 17-runner conditional jockeys’ handicap at Aintree (2m, good) under Tristan Durrell 16 days ago. The quick turnaround is perhaps more of a concern than the 9lb rise. TFRHHHII BHA133

SPIRIT D’AUNOU (FR) (37) 5-F6435 D

Br B g Triple Threat (FR) - Miss Wind (FR)

O Heart of the South Racing 130

B S.C.E.A. Du Moulin de Bel Oeuvre

6 10-5

Freddie Mitchell (3) J

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

Heart Of The South Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW Good 3 3/4 lengths ﬁfth (Absurde third) of 16 to Kargese in County Hurdle at Cheltenham (17f, good to soft, 25/1) 37 days ago. Should be very competitive if in similar form. First-time blinkers replace cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA128

AFADIL (FR) (16) 456230 D 6 10-2

Br B g Camelot - Afsheen (FR)

Freddie Gingell J O Mr P. J. Vogt Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B S.A. Aga Khan Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form when placed in competitive 2m handicaps in recent months, latterly the Imperial Cup at Sandown. Ran bekow-par with a tongue tie added to his regular cheekpieces at Aintree recently and that aid is quickly discarded. Capable of bouncing back. TFRHHHII BHA123

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2024: OUR CHAMP (IRE) 6 10 13 Rex Dingle 4-1 (Chris Gordon) 13 ran

Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 11.

Stewards Note:

AFADIL: Following its run on 4/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Absurde (FR), 8-1 Aurigny Mill (FR), She’s A Saint (IRE), 9-1 Tounsivator (FR), 10-1 Sir Gerhard (IRE), 12-1 Our Champ (IRE), 14-1 Daddy Long Legs (FR), Afadil (FR), 16-1 Spirit d’Aunou (FR), 18-1 Knickerbockerglory (IRE), 25-1 Hansard (IRE)

Willie Mullins saddles 4 as he bids to land a signiﬁcant blow in the trainers’ title race. ABSURDE made an encouraging return to action in the County Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival and is narrowly preferred to stablemate Tounsivator, who failed to stay 2 1/2m in the Martin Pipe at Cheltenham and is interesting back at 2m having been eased another 2lb. Spirit d’Aunou wasn’t far behind the selection in the County and also makes the shortlist along with Robert Walford’s Aurigny Mill.

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for ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500

Owners

Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (17 wins from 59 runners, 29%) runs CENTARA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs SHAKEYATAILFEATHER

Weightwatcher: SCENE ONE won off a handicap mark of 111, his rating is now down 7lb to 104.

Longest Traveller: JOE COTTON trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 194 miles.

Br B m Workforce - Beneﬁt Lodge (IRE)

O Mr T. C. McKeever

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Knockhouse Stud Ltd The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Harry Skelton on board for the ﬁrst time since winning over hurdles in the autumn and overcame mistakes in justifying strong support in 2m mares’ handicap chase at Cheltenham on Thursday. Longer trip ﬁne and well-in under a penalty. Obvious claims. TFRHHHHH BHA106

HEROS (FR) (52) 322-544 8 11-10

Br B g Voiladenuo (FR) - La Colombe d’Or (FR)

Charlie Deutsch J

O The DTTW Partnership Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Mr Didier Prod’Homme & Agence Caballis Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner of Taunton handicap chases last season but hasn’t ﬁred this term. His mark is starting to fall at least. TFRHHIII BHA112

BACCATA (IRE) (37) 1-30412 CD BF 7 11-8

Br B m Califet (FR) - Yewtree Girl (IRE)

O Mr J. J. May

Jack Quinlan J

Matt Crawley, Newmarket T

B Thomas Campbell Massey Long Melford Saddlery S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner proved a diﬀerent proposition sent chasing when scoring in thin C&D novice handicap last month. Ran well under a penalty at Fakenham just 4 days later and remains with potential in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA110

CENTARA (IRE) (45) 561-P53

Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Spartan Angel (IRE)

7 11-6

Harry Cobden J

O Mrs Kathy Stuart Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who scored twice over hurdles at Taunton last season. Stopped the slide switched to fences after 11 weeks oﬀ at Wincanton 6 weeks ago but only partially in truth, his resolution again leaving something to be desired. Needs to build on that. TFRHHHII BHA108

SIAM

PARK (IRE) (22) 0U0211

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Present Attraction (IRE)

6 11-5

Brendan Powell J

O Brocade Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Rathbarry Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Was always going to make a better chaser and followed up his Taunton success with a likeable display at Stratford over this trip 3 weeks ago, soon in front and coming clear. Up 6lb and good claims in hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHI BHA107

BELGARUM (IRE) (139) U11P54 CD 7 11-3

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cyrils Girl Freddie Gingell J

O Mrs G. C. Pritchard Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mr Cyril Crowe Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a good summer, notching up a third success with a wide-margin victory over C&D in September. Lost his way a bit after and returns from 4 months oﬀ/breathing op in a competitive heat with stablemate Siam Park looking stronger. TFRHHHII BHA105

JOE COTTON

scoop a good prize in Fontwell handicap chase over this trip 3 weeks ago, ﬁrst-time blinkers doing the trick even if his quirks were clearly in evidence once he hit the front. Should hold his own again after a 7lb rise if the headgear continues to work. TFRHHHII BHA105

Br B g Curtain Time (IRE) - Isserkelly Lady (IRE) Tom Cannon J

O Scene One Partnership Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T

B Mr William Norris Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Couple of good eﬀorts from slightly higher marks in December but has a fair bit on his plate here in new headgear. TFRHHHII BHA104

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

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2024: FAME AND FUN (IRE) 7 11 0 Bryony Frost 10-3 (Paul Nicholls) 7 ran

Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Stewards Note:

SCENE ONE: Following its run on 26/2/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Shakeyatailfeather (IRE), 10-3 Siam Park (IRE), 11-2 Taxus Baccata (IRE), 7-1 Joe Cotton (IRE), 14-1 Centara (IRE), Scene One (IRE), 16-1 Heros (FR), 20-1 Belgarum (IRE)

SHAKEYATAILFEATHER wasn’t foot-perfect when landing a gamble at Cheltenham on Thursday but had plenty in hand at the ﬁnish, collecting more prize money in the yard’s bid for a ﬁrst Trainers’ Championship. She’s well-in under a penalty and can follow up. Siam Park is a big player in his hat-trick bid, while Fontwell winner Joe Cotton could be in the mix if the blinkers work again.

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.

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £12117, 2nd £6057, 3rd £3030, 4th £1515,

£756. (Penalty Value £15843)

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (56 wins from 238 runners, 24%) runs

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (9 wins from 64 runners, 14%) runs KING ALEXANDER & MR ESCOBAR Longest Travellers: MR ESCOBAR & KING ALEXANDER trained by W P Mullins & KELLS PRIORY

by L G Lyons, Ireland.

Br B g Mount Nelson - Pale Face (IRE)

Nico de Boinville J

O Mr John I Neocleous W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr J. Finlay

TIMEFORM VIEW UsefulhandicaphurdlerwhomadeasuccessfulstartforWillieMullins(formerlywithNickyHenderson)in3mFairyhouseeventinJanuary.Struggledfacedwith much more competitive scenarios at Leopardstown/Cheltenham since but should make much more of an impact here and jockey knows

Br B g Mount Nelson - Eoz (IRE) Harry Cobden J

O The Brooks & Stewart Families Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Peter & Sandra McCarthy Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this last season oﬀ 4lb lower. No show in 4 starts since but no surprise if he bounced back in a change of headgear after a break. TFRHHHII BHA133

ELECTRIC MASON (IRE) (37)

Br B g Sandmason - Eclectica Girl

213510

6 11-9

Freddie Gordon (3) J

O KTDA Racing and Mrs Nicola Morris Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has landed maiden/novice hurdles at Fontwell this winter. Useful effort when fifth of 7 in Grade 1 Challow at Newbury before not seen to best effect when down the field in the Martin Pipe at Cheltenham. Worth another chance in this easier handicap. TFRHHHHI BHA130

MR ESCOBAR (IRE)

(51) 5r21

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Naalatt (IRE)

7 11-5

Kieran Callaghan (5) J

O Bowes Lodge Stables W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr David Harrison

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winner at 12f on Flat. Made the most of a good opportunity at Sedgeﬁeld in November but well held returned to the Flat 7 weeks ago. Opening mark in this sphere on the stiﬀ side. TFRHHHHI BHA126

MR FREEDOM

(GB) (29) 102-P63 C 6 11-3

Br B g Sixties Icon - Waitingforachance

O The Aﬀordable (3) Partnership

Marc Goldstein J

Sheena West, Lewes T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Southdowns Unleashed S

TIMEFORM VIEW Most consistent sort who won at Goodwood and Sandown on the Flat last summer and made a respectable return to hurdling after 7 months oﬀ when third at Bangor 4 weeks ago. Entitled to come on for that and has good record here. TFRHHHHI BHA124

GETALEAD

(IRE) (113) 110156

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Site-Leader (IRE)

9 10-10

Lewis Saunders (7) J

O Pickard Racing Club Kevin Pickard, Umberleigh T

B L. Byrne Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted 3 wins in October/November but the handicapper was in charge by the end of 2024. First run for 113 days. TFRHHHII BHA117

Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Bonny Hall (IRE)

Lee Edwards J

O The Listowel Harvesters Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T

B Micheal & Alison Fox Science Supplements S

TIMEFORM VIEW Struck at the third time of asking for Stuart Edmunds when comfortably seeing oﬀ 5 rivals at Fakenham and a 6lb rise wasn’t nearly enough to defy the follow up there 3 weeks

9 KELLS PRIORY (IRE)

(87) 3/-1000P

Br B g Valirann (FR) - Kells Hall (IRE)

10

8 10-2

James Davies J

O Nicholas Teehan Louise G. Lyons, Ireland T

B Mrs Assumpta O’Brien

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in hurdle at Killarney in July but has struggled since. Change of headgear. TFRHHHII

TORRENT (GB) (21)

Br B g Camelot - Ighraa (IRE)

233333

4 10-2

David Noonan J

O Denise Smith & Partner Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T

B Aston Mullins Stud & S. Barrow Esq Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on Flat and has quickly reached a higher level over hurdles, winning pair of early-season juveniles and third in 3 Grade 2s. Not disgraced when third oﬀ stiﬀ opening mark at Ascot 3 weeks ago and 3lb lower now. TFRHHHII BHA119

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2024: EMAILANDY (IRE) 6 11 12 Harry Cobden 9-4 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran

Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 2, 9. Hood worn by No. 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8, 10. Stewards Note:

MR ESCOBAR: Following its run on 28/2/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Busy Being Busy (IRE), 6-1 Mr Escobar (IRE), 9-1 Electric Mason (IRE), Torrent (GB), 10-1 King Alexander (IRE), Mostly Sunny (IRE), 12-1 Mr Freedom (GB), 16-1 Emailandy (IRE), Getalead (IRE), Kells Priory (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The fast-improving BUSY BEING BUSY is fancied to complete the hat-trick. The likeable Mr Freedom has a good record here so is next best ahead of Electric Mason, who lost his chance at the start in the Martin Pipe.

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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY IS DANGEROUS WHERE HORSES ARE INVOLVED, YOU ARE ASKED NOT TO USE FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ANYWHERE IN THE PADDOCK

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CUSTOMER Information

Abandonment Policy

In the event of a fixture being abandoned, refunds on admission badges and tickets purchased will be paid in the following circumstances: Abandonment before completion of the 1st race - full refund; Abandonment before completion of the 3rd race - 50% refund Abandonment thereafter - No refund.

In the event that an abandonment is due, refunds cannot be made on racedays. To obtain a refund please send your badge/ticket with full address details, within 28 days of the date of the meeting to Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, East Sussex, BN7 3AL

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Alcohol

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Horse and Jockey Welfare

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At every race meeting at Plumpton there are three specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all the horses with two vets following the horses as they race and the third being based in the stable yard.

Parade Ring Access

In the interests of safety, access to the parade ring is strictly limited to Owners and Trainers with runners in the race, BHA and Racecourse Officials who are on duty at the meeting and Emergency Service Personnel. Those people holding badges or accreditation that allow access to the parade ring are asked to refrain from entering the parade ring unless absolutely necessary.

Photography

Use of cameras, video equipment, computer equipment, mobile phones and other devices at Plumpton racecourse is subject to terms and conditions - full details are available at the racecourse office.

Racegoers may take photographs for personal use only - you are not permitted to make commercial use of any audio/visual coverage, still images or data relating to the racecourse. FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY IS PROHIBITED - Flash photography is dangerous where horses are involved.

Please be aware that we have an official photographer at Plumpton Racecourse and images will be gathered throughout the day. Most pictures will be non specific but it is possible that images of you will be captured. As we retain copyright of these images, we may make use of them for future marketing. By purchasing a ticket, it is assumed that you are aware this is a possibility. If this is something you are concerned about please visit the racecourse office

Notices

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.50 - THE EXTECH CLOUD COMPUTING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8985 to the winning horse The second to receive £4139, the third £2069 and the fourth £1036. for maiden four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares only. Enter by noon, April 14th and pay £82 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb. ExTech have generously sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning owners. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £82. - Closed April 14th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6885; Second £3444; Third £1721; Fourth £861. (Penalty Value £8985.90)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.20 - THE MAYO WYNNE BAXTER NOVICES’ 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, the fourth £1003 and the ﬁfth £499. for novice ﬁve yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122see Standard Conditions). £82 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £82 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. April 18th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Mayo Wynne Baxter have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento for 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 14th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.55 - THE HARRY & BETTY SAVILL MEMORIAL NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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, the fourth £1003 and the ﬁfth £499. for novice 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 £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 18th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Peter Savill and Family has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winner after the race. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 22 entries, at £82.Closed April 14th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.30 - THE BETGOODWIN MASTER TRAINER CHRIS GORDON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18483 to the winning horse The second to receive £8505, the third £4252, the fourth £2128 and the ﬁfth £1060. for ﬁve yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £175 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £175 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BetGoodwin have kindly sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £175 and 12 at £175. - Closed April 14th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £14137; Second £7067; Third £3535; Fourth £1768; Fifth £882. (Penalty Value £18483.50) Weights raised 12lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.05 - THE BETGOODWIN SUSSEX CHAMPION HURDLE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £39022 to the winning horse The second to receive £17940, the third £8970, the fourth £4485, the ﬁfth £2242 and the sixth £1117. for four yrs old and upwards. £375 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £75 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £300 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Bet Goodwin 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 or juvenile horse shall only be qualiﬁed to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code

The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply. 23 entries, 7 at £75 and 16 at £375.Closed April 14th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £29813; Second £14903; Third £7455; Fourth £3728; Fifth £1860; Sixth £930. (Penalty Value £39022.50)

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.40 - THE BETGOODWIN TOP UK ONLINE BOOKIE 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, the fourth £1003 and the ﬁfth £499. 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 18th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each steeple chase 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 14th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) Weights lowered 6lb. SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.15 - THE PHOENIX CYCLES REMEMBER RAY PRIOR 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 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £150 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Strong Flavours has 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, 0 at £150 and 18 at £150. - Closed April 14th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843) SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.