Sandown Park Racecard - Saturday 4th December

Betfair

Tingle Creek Saturday Saturd

Official Racecard - £5.00

4 DECEMBER 2021

HEARTPOUNDING WINTER RACING

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THE JOCKEY CLUB WELCOMES YOU

It is a pleasure to welcome you to Sandown Park today for one of the highlights of the Jumps season, Betfair Tingle Creek Saturday.

This fixture is a firm favourite among racing fans new and old and one we all look forward to, with the racing and atmosphere promising to be hugely enjoyable. If this is your first visit, you are in for a treat!

We are very grateful to our headline sponsor Betfair, who support four of this afternoon's seven races, including the feature Grade One Betfair Tingle Creek Chase, and to Close Brothers, who sponsor this afternoon's other Grade One, the Close Brothers Henry VIII Novices' Chase. Our first race remembers a great friend of Sandown Park – and indeed Jump racing – Andy Stewart, who passed away earlier this year. Andy Stewart was a passionate supporter of racing and he and his family owned some of the sport's most successful and popular horses.

The Betfair Tingle Creek Chase has been won in the past by some of the very best Jumps horses the sport has seen, including Desert Orchid, Moscow Flyer, Kauto Star, Sprinter Sacre and Altior.

The race is named after Tingle Creek, a flamboyant and brilliant chaser who won several times here at Sandown Park. We look forward with anticipation to witnessing today's race.

Our second race, the Racing Is Everyone's Sport Mares' Handicap Hurdle, recognises a wonderful initiative by Great British Racing to welcome LGBTQ+ participation in the sport of horseracing, bringing the racing community together to champion inclusion for everyone. We are very proud to support this campaign alongside GBR and Betfair.

I would like to extend my best wishes to Racecourse Chairman Peter Jensen and to Di Arbuthnot, Nick Attenborough and Stephen Smith, for whom Betfair Tingle Creek Saturday is their last fixture as Racecourse Directors. As members of the Racecourse Committee, they have guided and shaped the direction of Sandown Park for many years between them and we are very grateful for the work they have done to ensure our on-going success.

You will see in your racecard we have included 15 races in chronological order, as we have partnered with Aintree Racecourse to show all eight races from their Becher Chase Day on our big screens.

We are continuing to recommend wearing face masks in crowded indoor spaces and checking in via the NHS COVID-19 app. QR codes remain located around the racecourse to enable you to check in should you wish to.

I wish all the horses and their connections the very best of luck and hope that you all have a fantastic time with us here at Sandown Park.

Sarah Drabwell General Manager of Sandown Park Racecourse

T: 01372 461381 W: thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

Race Conditions can be found on page 62

Chairman Peter Jensen Directors of the Racecourse Committee Di Arbuthnot Nick Attenborough Brian Finch Charles Hemphill Sarah Henderson Guy Henriques Nick Mustoe Stephen Smith London Director Phil White General Manager & Finance Director Sarah Drabwell Regional Head of Racing & Clerk of the Course Andrew Cooper Head of Operations Stuart Dorn Head of Marketing Michelle Anderson Regional Estates Manager Craig Williamson Deputy Estates Manager Steve Mills Safety Officer Steve Tomlin Owners and Trainers Liaison Manager Petra Gough Commentator Simon Holt Betting Ring Manager Andrew Boardley Vicki Moore

Stewards Sam Angell (Chief Steward) Sarah Ellison (Stewards Panel Chair) Josie Brown Tony McGlone Seamus O’Flaherty Kate Smith Starters James Stenning Steven Avis Judge Emily Jones Clerk Of The Scales Jeremy Lind Veterinary Officer Amy Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeons Simon Knapp, L.V.O., B.Sc., B.VetMed., M.R.C.V.S. Clive Hamblin, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S. Jamie Knapp, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S. Luke Hepburn, B.Sc., BVSc, M.R.C.V.S David Dugdale, VetMB, CertEP, CertESM, M.R.C.V.S. Veterinary Spotter Melvin Stafford M.A., Vet.M.B., M.R.C.V.S. Medical Officers Dr Lucy Free, Dr Rob Cullen, Dr Peter Johnson, Dr Mark Gorvin, Dr Graeme Robertson, Dr Rizwan Ghani Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers Carol Broodbank, Darren Stone, Georgina Crabb, John Bramhill, Peter Double, Stuart Shilston

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TODAY’S RACING FIRST RACE - AINTREE 11:15pm

The Unibet Casino Deposit £10 Get £40 Novices’ Hurdle (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)

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SECOND RACE - AINTREE

11:45pm The Unibet ‘You’re On’ Novices’ Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)

10-11

FIRST RACE - SANDOWN

12:05pm The Andy Stewart - Sandown Park’s Great Friend ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)

14-15

THIRD RACE - AINTREE

12:20pm The Unibet Houghton Mares’ Chase (Listed Race) (GBB Race)

16-17

SECOND RACE - SANDOWN

12:40pm The Racing Is Everyone’s Sport Mares’ Handicap Hurdle (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualifier)

20-21

FOURTH RACE - AINTREE

12:55pm The Unibet Working With Raceday Rtv Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

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THIRD RACE - SANDOWN 1:15pm

The Betfair My Odds Boost Novices’ Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)

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FIFTH RACE - AINTREE 1:30pm

The Unibet Proudly Supports ‘Racing Is Everyone’s Sport’ Fillies’ Juvenile Hurdle (Listed Race) (GBB Race) 28-29

FOURTH RACE - SANDOWN

1:50pm

The Close Brothers Henry VIII Novices’ Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race)

34-35

SIXTH RACE - AINTREE

2:05pm The Unibet Many Clouds Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race)

38-39

FIFTH RACE - SANDOWN

2:25pm

The Betfair Tingle Creek Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race)

44-45

SEVENTH RACE - AINTREE

2:40pm The Unibet Becher Handicap Chase (Grade 3) (GBB Race)

50-51

SIXTH RACE - SANDOWN

3:00pm The Betfair Exchange London National Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

54-55

EIGHTH RACE - AINTREE 3:15pm

The Unibet - 2021 Horserace Betting Operator of The Year Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race) 56-57

SEVENTH RACE -SANDOWN 3:35pm

The Betfair Daily Rewards December Handicap Hurdle (Listed Race) (GBB Race)

W: www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown

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RACECOURSE FACILITIES

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WHERE TO EAT & DRINK PREMIER ENCLOSURE THE MADRI LOUNGE – GROUND FLOOR THE MADRI LOUNGE WILL BE SERVING TAPAS BOARDS AND WINTER STEW.

THE ATALANTA SERVING FRESH GOURMET BURGERS IN A BRIOCHE BUN, BAGUETTES, BARISTA COFFEE, CAKES AND LIGHT BAR FACILITY.

MOËT & CHANDON CHAMPAGNE BAR – GROUND FLOOR CHAMPAGNE, PROSECCO, WINES AND SOFT DRINKS AS WELL AS SEASONAL PICNICS.

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BARS SANDOWN VIEW (FIRST FLOOR) CHASERS BAR (GROUND FLOOR)

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Pre-Parade Ring Parade Ring Racecourse Winning Post Winners Enclosure Owners & Trainers Suites

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Solario Suite & The Gallery The Gold Cup Suite - 2nd Flr 1750 Suite & Imperial Boxes - 2nd Flr Royal Box - Ground Floor Eclipse Pavilion / Eclipse Boxes & Park View Suite Paddock View Suite Other

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Premier Enclosure Ground Floor - Surrey Hall 1 Chasers Bar 2 Madri Lounge 3 Champagne Bar 4 Crackle & Hum Coffee First Floor 5 Sandown View Bar 6 Annual Members’ Lounge Second Floor 7 Equus Restaurant Grandstand Enclosure Lower Ground Floor 1 Esher Hall Ground Floor - Surrey Hall 2 Food Hall and Crackle & Hum Coffee 3 Parade Ring Bar & Espresso House 4 Ember Bar 5 Diamond Edge Bar 6 Hops & Craft 7 Paddock Bar 8 Racing Pie Company 9 Brigadier Gerard Bar 10 Guinness Bar First Floor 11 1875 Lounge

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TRACKSIDE FOOD AND DRINK THERE IS PLENTY TO TEMPT YOUR TASTE BUDS WHILST YOU CHEER ON THE HORSES. WITH CHOICES SUCH AS BRATWURST, CARVERY, MULLED WINE AND COFFEE.

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• If you feel you may be experiencing any of the recognised symptoms of Covid-19, please put on a face covering and speak to a member of staff in a well ventilated area. It is best to travel home if it is safe to do so.

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• Familiarise yourself with your entry point and the location of amenities within the racecourse.

• We are operating a cashless event. On-course bookmakers/pool betting operators may accept cash.

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Thank you so much for your continued support and co-operation. We hope you have a wonderful day with us.

TODAYS ENTERTAINMENT Get the most out of your day at Sandown Park with our handy guide to what’s happening today.

Roaming Music Enjoy live music from the Talent Duo and Stars of Uke Duo who will be performing at various locations throughout the racecourse during the day.

Racing from Aintree We will be showing all the racing from Becher Chase Day at Aintree throughout the day on the big screen. Racing there kicks off at 11.15am.

Christmas Carols Get in the Christmas spirit and join The Cobham Carol Band on the Champagne Terrace after racing from some traditional festive songs.

After Party Grab your dancing shoes and end the day in the Esher Hall where crowd favourites The Chip Shop Boys will be playing live.

2m 209y

FIRST RACE 11.15 THE UNIBET CASINO DEPOSIT £10 GET £40 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11700 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4882, 2nd £2442, 3rd £1220, 4th £611.

(Penalty Value £6371.82)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): D Skelton (22 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs RIVER LEGEND Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs RIVER LEGEND Longest Traveller: NORTH LODGE trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 186 miles.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

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horse

BOMBS AWAY (IRE) (27) 21

Br B g Westerner - Miss Greinton (GER) O MrsJ,MrsMV&MrJPMagnier&MrsPShanahan B Pat and Oliver McCarthy

age

st-lb

5

11-4

Aidan Coleman J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Ashford Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW €90,000 Westerner gelding who found only an experienced Flat-bred sort too strong in a race that tested speed in a bumper in May. Looked a good prospect when an easy winner on hurdles bow a month ago.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

2

RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) (24) 0P-541 D

Br B g Westerner - Chic Milan (IRE) O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings B J.R. Weston

5

11-4

Theo Gillard (5) J Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some promise on his sole bumper start for Eugene M. O’Sullivan and made a winning hurdling debut in the manner of a good prospect at Bangor 24 days ago. Sure to improve.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

3

BALLYBREEZE (GB) (43) F/6-50

5

10-12

Robert Dunne J Br B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Cottstown Gold (IRE) Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T O Mr Kevin Price B Mrs Fiona Walker

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked set to win when falling 2 out in sole point. Has shown clear ability in 3 starts under Rules but could be a handicap project.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 CIRQUE ROYAL (GB) (43) 225

Br B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Botanique (IRE) O Mr P. J. McBurney B Godolphin

5

10-12

Tom Scudamore J Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat and left hurdling debut form behind when second of 15 in 2m maiden at Gowran in October. Reproduced that form in a tongue tie when fifth at Cheltenham.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5

MR TRISTAR (GB) (66) 6

4

10-12

Jordan Nailor (3) J Br B g Grand Finale (IRE) - Can’t Remember Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T O Team Tristar (UK) Ltd B Mr G. Williams

TIMEFORM VIEW Inexperience evident when sixth of 9 in a Bangor bumper on debut in September, running green.

Makes hurdles debut.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6

NORTH LODGE (IRE) (-)

Br B g Presenting - Saddleeruppat (IRE) O McNeill Family & Niall Farrell B Oliver and Salome Brennan

4

10-12

A. P. Heskin J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW €68,000 3-y-o, Presenting gelding. Brother to a winner, and half-brother to useful hurdler/smart chaser Winter Escape, stays 23f, and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Lughnasa. Respected newcomer.

TFRHHHII BHA-

7

PETTY CASH (IRE) (39) 5-64

4

10-12

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Edermine Blossom (IRE) O StrachanInkinCorbetSalweyThompsonRogersC B Ms S. McDonnell

Nick Scholfield J Henry Daly, Ludlow T Humphrey Butler Ltd S

8

5

TIMEFORM VIEW No better than mid-field in 2 bumpers and shaped like a stayer on hurdles debut in October.

TFRHHIII BHA-

RIVER LEGEND (IRE) (29) 3-0

Br Ch g Ocovango - China Reel (IRE) O Mr Robert Kirkland B Legends Stud

10-12

Bridget Andrews J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hails from a top yard and had a considerate introduction when third in a bumper at Market Rasen in February. Little impression on recent hurdles debut.

TFRHHHII BHA8

thejockeyclub.co.uk DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2020: STRAW FAN JACK 5 11 4 Richard Johnson 15-2 (Sheila Lewis) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.

Stewards Note: BALLYBREEZE: Following its run on 22/10/2021 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

RIVER LEGEND: Following its run on 5/11/2021 it was reported that the horse erred badly late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Bombs Away (IRE), 2-1 Richmond Lake (IRE), 15-2 Cirque Royal (GB), 16-1 North Lodge (IRE), 18-1 Ballybreeze (GB), River Legend (IRE), 28-1 Mr Tristar (GB), 33-1 Petty Cash (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Both BOMBS AWAY and Richmond Lake created very favourable impressions when making successful starts over hurdles and they may well dominate this. Olly Murphy’s charge could end up pretty smart so gets the narrow vote,

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOMBS AWAY (IRE) 2.RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) 3.CIRQUE ROYAL

RACE TIME

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Sandown Park would like to thank The Cobham Band who are performing carols on the Champagne Terrace today after racing.

They have donated the proceeds of their carol playing to Parkinsons UK.

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RACE RESULT 1ST

3m 149y

SECOND RACE 11.45 THE UNIBET ‘YOU’RE ON’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11700

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4298, 2nd £2150, 3rd £1074, 4th £538, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £5609.38)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): D Pipe (5 wins from 49 runners, 10%) runs GRANGECLARE GLORY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (5 wins from 19 runners, 26%) runs RETURN FIRE Longest Traveller: RETURN FIRE trained by L Russell, Kinross, 243 miles.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

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horse

GRANGECLARE GLORY (IRE) (35) 0/43P-12

Br B g Fame And Glory - Annies Joy (IRE) O Friends of Ebony Horse Club B Helen Haverty

age

st-lb

6

11-12

Tom Scudamore J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left in front 2 out but still displayed improved form when making winning reappearance at Newton Abbot in October. Matched that form when runner-up at Ascot and should be competitive up 3lb. TFRHHHHI BHA118

2

MY BOBBY DAZZLER (GB) (22) 44-1104 C

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Ease And Grace O Mr Bob Barrett B Bob Barrett

6

11-12

Alex Edwards (3) J Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T Adm Protexin Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 20f scorer at Aintree in early summer and plugged on for fourth at Cheltenham 3 weeks ago.

On that evidence, he looks ready for 3m.

TFRHHHII BHA118

3

ENEMENEMYNEMO (IRE) (22) 4/42/32-0

6

11-12

Archie Bellamy (7) J Br B g Lakeshore Road (USA) - Portobello Sunrise (IRE) D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T O Mr Mark E. Smith Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S B Liam Walsh

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish point and in 20f maiden hurdles at Southwell and Perth in the spring. Mid-field on handicap debut/reappearance at Cheltenham and now goes up in distance.

TFRHHHII BHA118

4 RETURN FIRE (IRE) (28) 0P6-032

5

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - There On Time (IRE) O Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club B Barry Murphy

11-11

Derek Fox J Lucinda Russell, Kinross T Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form over hurdles, finding only one too good in a Kelso novice starting out for this yard in November. Opening mark looks fair.

TFRHHHII BHA117

5

KNOWN (IRE) (249) 453/332-

7

Br B g Fame And Glory - Aasleagh Lady (IRE) O DYDB & Wilks Partnership B Rollx Syndicate

11-10

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Frequent eye-catcher over hurdles for Nicky Henderson (sold out of that yard £25,000 in January).

Off since a runner-up effort in a maiden hurdle in March and has had a wind op.

TFRHHHII BHA116

6

LALOCHEZIA (IRE) (200) 63-22 BF

6

Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Flemens Pride O Mrs Pauline Southerington B Reveley Farms

11-9

Oakley Brown (5) J Justin Landy, Leyburn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points and runner-up both starts at Hexham during the spring. Will relish 3m and he retains potential now handicapping.

TFRHHHII BHA115

7

LANDOFSMILES (IRE) (41) 11-2143

Br B g Beneficial - Sadie Supreme (IRE) O Miss Jayne Brace & Mr Gwyn Brace B J. O’Gorman

8

11-8

James Bowen J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived over fences this year, gaining fourth success in game fashion at Perth (23.8f) in June.

Much lower in the weights over hurdles so he’s a very interesting contender.

TFRHHHHH BHA114

8

FAIRFIELD FERRATA (GB) (23) 12P5-31

Br B m Kayf Tara - Via Ferrata (FR) O Mrs J. A. Darling B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd

5

11-2

Conor O’Farrell J Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at third attempt in bumpers and positive start over hurdles when runner-up in Hexham novice in December. DIsplayed good attitude when off the mark at Market Rasen but this mark asks for more. TFRHHHII BHA108 10

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TO BE SURE (GB) (17) F1-0F12 D

Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Egretta Island (IRE) O T Hywel Jones Racing B Mrs Tessa Greatrex & Mr D. Futter

6

11-2

Isabel Williams (5) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 25f handicap chase at Hereford in March and struck back over hurdles in 3m event at Ffos Las a month ago. Similar form when runner-up back there latest and eased 1lb.

TFRHHHHI BHA108

10 HIGH MOON (GB) (29) 56/5-33 Br B g Midnight Legend - Dizzy Frizzy O Miss Maria D. Myco B Jethro Bloodstock

6

11-1

Henry Brooke J Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a brace of novice events around 20f this autumn. Up in trip for handicap debut and this mark could be within range.

TFRHHIII BHA107

11 DYNALI (GB) (14) 0/0-5262

5

Br B g Dansili - Lunar Phase (IRE) O Golden Equinox Racing B Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd

10-5

Charlie Todd (3) J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed stamina for this far when second at Huntingdon a fortnight ago, though was flattered by proximity to the winner on that occasion and this is harder.

TFRHHHII BHA97 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2020:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 11.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

PLAY SMARTER

LANDOFSMILES is a superior chaser but his mark over hurdles more than reflects that so there’s mileage in siding with the Peter Bowen in-mate. Grangeclare Glory and To Be Sure head the opposition.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LANDOFSMILES (IRE) 2.GRANGECLARE GLORY (IRE) 3.TO BE SURE

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

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Second Race

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Grangeclare Glory (IRE), 13-2 Landofsmiles (IRE), 7-1 To Be Sure (GB), 15-2 Known (IRE), Dynali (GB), 11-1 Lalochezia (IRE), 14-1 My Bobby Dazzler (GB), Fairfield Ferrata (GB), 16-1 Enemenemynemo (IRE), Return Fire (IRE), 18-1 High Moon (GB)

PLEASE ENJOY YOUR DAY SAFELY By following these simple steps, you can help protect yourself and those around you. We hope you enjoy your day.

Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly

Use the hand sanitiser stations provided

Please be considerate making space for those around you

Follow directions of the stewards

We recommend wearing a face covering in busy indoor areas or where social distancing cannot be maintained

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Andy Stewart Today’s first race on the card, the “National Hunt” Novices’ Hurdle, is named in tribute to Andy Stewart, who sadly passed away in September of this year. He was, indeed, a great friend of Sandown Park.

Andy has left his own indelible mark, not only on the racing world, but also on the financial and business worlds. He was also a big supporter of the charity sector, in particular, raising awareness for spinal injury charities.

There is, no doubt, that BIG BUCK’S was The Stewart Family’s most successful and well known horse. A four time consecutive winner of the World Hurdle between 2009 and 2012, he broke the world record achieving 18 consecutive victories by winning the Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury on 1 December 2012.

Although, BIG BUCK’S never raced at Sandown Park, his exploits and contribution to racing were recognised when Andy received the bronze Sandown Park “Special” Award presented on the final day of the 2012 Jump Season.

One horse, in particular, owned by the family can be associated with Sandown Park and secured them their first Grade 1 win.

The horse, in question, was CENKOS, a charismatic chestnut who raced 64 times, winning 18 of them. He ran eight times here, in four consecutive Tingle Creek Steeple Chases, winning it in 2002. He also won two Celebration Chases for good measure.

Andy was a great supporter of Sandown Park, in more ways than one, but one race he would always try and target was the Grand Military Gold Cup for Military Amateur Riders. In March 2007, he achieved the victory he desired, when a most remarkable horse called HOO LA BALOO won with Jamie Snowden on board.

He ran 15 times at Sandown Park over distances ranging from 2m to 3m 5f over a period of seven years, contesting a Henry VIII Novices’ Chase, a Tingle Creek Chase, and a couple each of Celebration Chases, London Nationals and bet365 Gold Cup races.

Sandown Park would like to say thank you to Andy, and his family, for their support over many years. He will be sorely missed but his racing legacy lives on through The Stewart Family.

ANDY STEWART

FIRST RACE 12.05

1m 7f 216y

THE ANDY STEWART - SANDOWN PARK’S GREAT FRIEND ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £15000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £5963, 2nd £2981, 3rd £1491, 4th £746, 5th £372, 6th £186.

(Penalty Value £7804.50)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): N Henderson (36 wins from 154 runners, 23%) runs CONSTITUTION HILL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs HARDKORE Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2018. The stable runs CONSTITUTION HILL today.

Longest Traveller: MIGHT I trained by H Fry, Seaborough, 131 miles.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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HARDKORE (FR) (31) 1 D

age

st-lb

4

11-4

Harry Skelton J Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Kario de Sormain (FR) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O Mr Colm Donlon Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S B Jean-Louis Berger & Laure Guillaume

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Enee and Falafel. Dam classy hurdles/chase winner up to 2 3/4m. Easy to back but made a winning debut at Chepstow a month ago.

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MIGHT I (IRE) (44) 15-1 D

Br B g Fame And Glory - Our Honey (IRE) O Brian & Sandy Lambert B Cyril O’Hara

5

11-4

Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper performer (won on debut and Newbury defeat worked out well) and impressive when making successful return/hurdles bow at Newton Abbot, quickening clear. Smart prospect. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3

CONSTITUTION HILL (GB) (224) 2-

4

10-12

Nico de Boinville J Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Queen of The Stage (IRE) Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T O Mr Michael Buckley Unibet S B Mrs S. A. Noott

TIMEFORM VIEW £120,000 4-y-o. First foal, dam (h123) 2m-19f hurdle winner. Head second sole start in Irish points in April and has joined top yard.

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4

Br B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp O Mr Martin Hughes B R. J. McAlpine

10-12

Richie McLernon J Paul Webber, Banbury T Old Oak Holdings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £58,000 3-y-o, Kayf Tara gelding. Brother to fair hurdler/fairly useful hurdler/chaser Two Swallows, and half-brother to 3 winners, including useful hurdler One For The Team.

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5

LAVORANTE (IRE) (27) 2353-0

Br Br g Milan - Pinkeen Lady (IRE) O Mrs M. Devine B Dan O’Connor

5

10-12

Jamie Moore J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of encouragement in 2 bumpers in February and showed promise starting out over hurdles when third at Fontwell in March. Disappointing return to action over C&D a month ago.

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6

MINELLA HUB (IRE) (20) P/F-4

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Fedaia (IRE) O Mr Paul Naughton B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

6

10-12

Lee Edwards J Adam West, Epsom T

TIMEFORM VIEW €28,000 3-y-o, Shirocco gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Ferrobin. Failed to complete both starts in Irish points but displayed ability when fourth on last month’s hurdles bow.

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7

NAME IN LIGHTS (IRE) (27) 4-2

Br B g Fame And Glory - Chevalier Jet (IRE) O Mrs Mary-Ann Middleton B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

5

10-12

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW €90,000 3-y-o. In need of the experience in his bumper last winter and much more like it switched to hurdling when runner-up over C&D 27 days ago. Can build on that.

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8

OUTLAW PETER (IRE) (32) 2-14 D

Br B g Mustameet (USA) - My Katie (IRE) O The Stewart Family,Dench,Ferguson&Mason B Louis Robinson

5

10-12

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on debut in a Navan bumper in January. Duly went one better starting out for this yard at Worcester in October and promising start over hurdles (finished lame). Back in trip and tongue tied.

TFRHHHII BHA14

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THELASTHIGHKING (IRE) (28) 2-32

5

10-12

Sam Twiston-Davies J Br Ch g Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - End of The Affair (IRE) Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T O Mr Eddie Whettam Agetur (UK) Ltd S B J. Ward

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point, then travelled as well as any when third in a Tipperary bumper in May. Changed hands for £65,000 after and collared close home at Wincanton. Hurdles debut.

TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 9 2020: GOLDEN BOY GREY (FR) 4 10 12 Jamie Moore 11-2 (Gary Moore) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.

Stewards Note: OUTLAW PETER: Following its run on 2/11/2021 it was reported that the horse was found to be lame.

THELASTHIGHKING: Following its run on 6/11/2021 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Might I (IRE), 5-1 Outlaw Peter (IRE), 6-1 Constitution Hill (GB), 13-2 Name In Lights (IRE), 7-1 Hardkore (FR), 16-1 Thelasthighking (IRE), 33-1 Eyed (GB), Lavorante (IRE), 66-1 Minella Hub (IRE)

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MIGHT I (IRE) 2.NAME IN LIGHTS (IRE) 3.CONSTITUTION HILL

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With some strong bumper form behind him, MIGHT I looked useful when quickening clear of his rivals at Newton Abbot in October and he can leave the bare form of that well behind. There’s depth to this though, with Name In Lights open to progress, while six-figure point recruit Constitution Hill demands a second look.

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THIRD RACE 12.20 THE UNIBET HOUGHTON MARES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £27500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12546, 2nd £5129, 3rd £2563, 4th £1282.

(Penalty Value £16346)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): N Twiston-Davies (8 wins from 85 runners, 9%) runs ZAMBELLA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (7 wins from 41 runners, 17%) runs ELIMAY Longest Traveller: ELIMAY trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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ANNIE MC (IRE) (304) 10/0511- D

Br B m Mahler - Classic Mari (IRE) O Coral Champions Club B Jay Kavanagh

age

st-lb

7

11-4

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW On the up last winter, recording victories in 20f Listed mares’ events at Doncaster and Warwick.

Off 10 months but she can’t be discounted.

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2

ELIMAY (FR) (245) 1/22121- D

7

11-4

Aidan Coleman J W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who ran a fine race when second in Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase at Cheltenham.

Signed off for season with comfortable success at Fairyhouse, and she’s the one to beat on her return. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3

ZAMBELLA (FR) (35) 112F2-4 D

Br B m Zambezi Sun - Visby (FR) O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B Mme Anne Boisnard & Mr Yannick Fouin

6

11-4

Daryl Jacob J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Did really well over fences last term, winning first 3 starts in Listed mares’ events at up to 20f.

Made encouraging return over hurdles but this is no easy task.

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4 ELEANOR BOB (GB) (37) 6/004F-3 D Br B m Midnight Legend - Red And White (IRE) O Mr Francis Mahon B Mr Francis Mahon

6

11-0

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler who shaped encouragingly on just her second run over fences when third in 3m handicap at Ffos Las 37 days ago. Faces a very stiff task at these weightes, though.

TFRHHIII BHA109 DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

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Probable S.P’s: 2-5 Elimay (FR), 7-2 Annie Mc (IRE), 14-1 Zambella (FR), 150-1 Eleanor Bob (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ELIMAY holds a clear edge on form and and has gone well after a break too so she is impossible to oppose on her seasonal return. Annie Mc ended last season on the up and she is fancied to chase home Willie Mullins’ very smart mare ahead of Zambella.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ELIMAY (FR) 2.ANNIE MC (IRE) 3.ZAMBELLA (FR)

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SECOND RACE 12.40 THE RACING IS EVERYONE’S SPORT MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £16400

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6260, 2nd £3131, 3rd £1565, 4th £783, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £8169) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): N Henderson (36 wins from 154 runners, 23%) runs BARELY FAMOUS & FABLE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (10 wins from 31 runners, 32%) runs COULD BE TROUBLE Longest Traveller: COULD BE TROUBLE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 178 miles.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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WHITEHOTCHILLIFILI (IRE) (263) 6/521P0- CD

Br B m Milan - Mhuire Na Gale (IRE) O Chasing Gold Racing Club B Ms Margaret Treacy

age

st-lb

7

12-2

Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame a blunder 2 out when landing C&D mares listed event in January but struggled to make an impact thereafter, albeit in face of stiff task at Cheltenham in March. Needs to bounce back on return.

TFRHHHII BHA132

2

FABLE (FR) (255) 1211-

6

Br B m Coastal Path - Toscane des Fleurs (FR) O Owners Group 078 B Mr Herve Spezza & Mme Marynege Spezza

11-12

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made a bright start over hurdles last term, making it 2 wins from 3 starts in a Haydock mares’ novice (3m) in March. Plenty more to come now handicapping.

TFRHHHHI BHA128

3

VOLKOVKA (FR) (26) 12313-1

4

Br B f Camelot - Drole de Dame (IRE) O The Tyringham Partnership B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al

11-11

Peter Kavanagh (7) J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Thomas Quinn S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual scorer last season who, in line with yard’s good form found further improvement to go in again on return at Carlisle (17f) last month. Longer trip entitled to be within reach but this is tougher. TFRHHHII BHA127

4 KISSESFORKATIE (IRE) (18) 41F/03-6

7

Br B m Jeremy (USA) - Now Were Broke (IRE) O Derek Coles & Ian Gosden B Mr D. Breen

11-9

Harry Skelton J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked unlucky not to score at Wincanton (19.7f) last November and shaped as if she would come forward for last month’s reappearance effort at Lingfield (19.5f). Claims from workable mark.

TFRHHHHH BHA125

5

COULD BE TROUBLE (IRE) (24) 51-111P D

Br B m Yeats (IRE) - She’s No Trouble (IRE) O Kc Sofas Ltd B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

6

11-9

Brian Hughes J Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Rapid improver over hurdles for new yard, completing 4-timer in determined style at Bangor (19.5f) in October.

Seemingly not 100% over fences since and bounce back distinctly possible back over timber TFRHHHII BHA125

6

EMMPRESSIVE LADY (IRE) (245) 6/41120- CD

Br B m Jeremy (USA) - Court Lexi (IRE) O Clear Racing B Mr C. Johnson

6

11-6

Jamie Moore J Susan Gardner, Longdown T

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive mare who doubled tally in this race last year before good second in Kempton handicap (3m) in December. Shorter trip caught her out at Haydock (18.8f) in April and no forlorn hope here.

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7

BOURBON BEAUTY (GB) (35) 42131-0

Br B m Great Pretender (IRE) - It Doesn’t Matter O Old Stoics Racing Club 2 B A. M. Hales

6

11-4

Harry Bannister J Alex Hales, Edgecote T Lactodorum Contracts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took significant step forward when landing valuable mares’ handicap final at Newbury (20.5f) in the spring.

Likely her return at Wetherby in October was needed and she remains pretty low mileage.

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8

MRS BARNES (IRE) (255) 2////512- D

Br B m Ask - Jills Oscar (IRE) O Mr & Mrs R. Scott B Mr P. Murphy

8

11-2

Sam Twiston-Davies J Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh T Tori Global S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ask mare who built on hurdles debut promise when taking a Huntingdon mares’ maiden (19.6f) in March. No match for Fable at Haydock but gets a handy weight pull with that rival now handicapping.

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BARELY FAMOUS (IRE) (159) 52-12 D BF

Br B m Fame And Glory - Cause Celebre (IRE) O Mrs Christopher Hanbury B C. O. P. Hanbury

5

10-11

Tom Cannon J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to match previous best when off the mark in a Uttoxeter maiden (20f) in June. Clearly not 100% when tailed off in a match later that month but yard may hold stronger claims with Fable here TFRHHHII BHA113

10 RUBY YEATS (GB) (29) 51630-4

10 10-10

Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Newbay Lady O Heart of the South Racing 122 B Mrs S. J. Somner

Niall Houlihan (5) J Gary Moore, Horsham T Heart Of The South Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 2m2f Exeter handicap in January but mixed record since, offering little on return from 7 months off at Fontwell (19.2f) 4 weeks ago. However, better showing anticipated in refitted cheekpieces TFRHHHII BHA112

11 SHIROCCO’S DREAM (IRE) (24) 21/53-1 Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Dream Function (IRE) O J P Romans & Taylor, O’Dwyer B Headfield Stud

6

10-9

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW £260,000 purchase who matched previous best in this sphere when landing an Exeter mares’ novice (18.5f) last month, jumping superbly. Longer trip a plus now handicapping and she remains unexposed.

TFRHHHHI BHA111

12 SHANTUNG (IRE) (33) 34215-0

8

10-5

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained her first win since 2018 when bagging 2m Fakenham handicap in January. Not disgraced when fifth back there in March and another who should strip fitter for last month’s Plumpton reappearance.

TFRHHHII BHA107 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2020: EMMPRESSIVE LADY (IRE) 5 10 11 Lucy Gardner 9-2 (Susan Gardner) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 3.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10, 12.

Stewards Note: BOURBON BEAUTY: Following its run on 30/10/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Fable (FR), 13-2 Shirocco’s Dream (IRE), 8-1 Volkovka (FR), 9-1 Could Be Trouble (IRE), 11-1 Barely Famous (IRE), 12-1 Kissesforkatie (IRE), Emmpressive Lady (IRE), 14-1 Whitehotchillifili (IRE), 16-1 Bourbon Beauty (GB), Mrs Barnes (IRE), 18-1 Shantung (IRE), 25-1 Ruby Yeats (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Unsurprisingly claims can be made for many in a cracking mares’ handicap and it may pay to side with KISSESFORKATIE. It’s likely her first start for 12 months was needed at Lingfield in November, and having looked unlucky not to win off this mark on her second start last term, all looks set fair for a big run. Shirocco’s Dream, last year’s winner Emmpressive Lady and Fable head up the dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KISSESFORKATIE (IRE) 2.SHIROCCO’S DREAM (IRE) 3.EMMPRESSIVE LADY (IRE)

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Br Ch m Shantou (USA) - Sarah’s Cottage (IRE) O Mrs G J Redman & Sons of Peter Philipps B Mrs A. Connolly

2m 3f 200y

FOURTH RACE 12.55 THE UNIBET WORKING WITH RACEDAY RTV HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £11784, 2nd £5892, 3rd £2946, 4th £1473, 5th £735, 6th £369, 7th £183, 8th £93. (Penalty Value £15432) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): D Skelton (22 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs NO GETAWAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs NO GETAWAY Longest Traveller: GALAHAD QUEST trained by N Williams, South Molton, 250 miles.

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Nick Scholfield J Br Br g Scorpion (IRE) - Endless Moments (IRE) Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T O Carl Hinchy and Mark Scott B Tom Taaffe

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a classy chaser in 2019/20 but lost his way for Nigel Twiston-Davies last season, so returns from 9 months off with plenty to prove.

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THE BIG BITE (IRE) (36) 2/1236-U C

8

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Thanks Noel (IRE) O Mr N T Griffith & H M Haddock B T. & S. Duggan

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Jonathan Burke J Henry Oliver, Abberley T Hatt Kitchens S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start for this yard on return at Aintree last term and followed that with a couple of creditable efforts in defeat. Let down by jumping the last twice, though, so others make more appeal.

TFRHHIII BHA147

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UMBRIGADO (IRE) (24) 1116-03 D

7

Br Br g Stowaway - Dame O’Neill (IRE) O John White & Anne Underhill B Maurice Smiddy

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Tom Scudamore J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made big strides forward over fences last season, completing hat-trick in Greatwood Gold Cup at Newbury in March. Satisfactory couple of spins over hurdles so far this term, so one to consider. TFRHHHII BHA146

4 ANNUAL INVICTUS (IRE) (19) 114-211 D Br B g Mahler - Shantou Rose (IRE) O Mr Thomas Michael Smith B Mrs Deborah Hobson

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11-12

Daryl Jacob J Chris Gordon, Winchester T Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive novice hurdler and quickly even better over fences, landing Cheltenham handicap over this trip in October before easily landing the odds in a match at Plumpton. Excellent claims.

TFRHHHHH BHA144

5

RESERVE TANK (IRE) (37) 5PP-52F CD BF

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Lady Bellamy (IRE) O The Reserve Tankers B Mr L. Dunne

7

11-7

Robert Dunne J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser who hasn’t won for a while but was in the process of running well when falling at Stratford 37 days ago. Not a forlorn hope.

TFRHHHII BHA139

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PINK LEGEND (GB) (15) 24221-1 D

Br B m Midnight Legend - Red And White (IRE) O Mr Francis Mahon B Mr Francis Mahon

7

11-4

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Highly likeable chaser who returned with a career-best effort to make all at Ascot on reappearance, albeit capitalising on the shortcomings of others to some degree. Should give her all again.

TFRHHHHI BHA136

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PALMERS HILL (IRE) (21) 1/2/400-1

Br B g Gold Well - Tosca Shine (IRE) O Mr John P. McManus B Thomas Rowe

8

11-2

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 8-y-o who is unexposed over fences and had a bit up his sleeve when scoring at Wetherby 21 days ago. Every chance he’s still ahead of his mark.

TFRHHHHI BHA134

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NO GETAWAY (IRE) (266) 02/2415- D

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Nonnetia (FR) O Dick, Keenan, Sawer, Stevenson B Mr J. P. Dwan

8

11-2

Bridget Andrews J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of Sandown handicap chase in February and shaped as if still in form (found little) on sole start since. Unexposed in this sphere and yard are likely to have him fit for this return.

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GALAHAD QUEST (FR) (21) 4031-35 D

Br B g American Post - Atacames (FR) O Holt, Macnabb, Robinson & Jeffrey B Mr Bruno Vagne

5

11-2

David Noonan J Nick Williams, South Molton T Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 hurdles winner who made it third time lucky over fences at Haydock (19.9f) in February.

Better than result both outings this season, so claims if they go a solid gallop.

TFRHHHHI BHA134

10 CLAN LEGEND (GB) (18) 4/6123-3 CD Br Ch g Midnight Legend - Harrietfield O Clan Gathering B Alexander Family

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11-1

Danny McMenamin J N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form last season, including a win in this corresponding race (from 6lb lower) last year.

Solid return when third at Ayr 18 days ago, so all set for a bold showing despite his advancing years. TFRHHHII BHA133

11 MIDNIGHTREFERENDUM (GB) (23) F2333-2 Br B m Midnight Legend - Forget The Ref (IRE) O Robert Abrey, Ian Thurtle & David Gibbon B Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle

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10-13

Gavin Sheehan J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare who looked as good as ever when runner-up in Listed company at Market Rasen on reappearance. Mark remains a fair one and this bigger field/stronger pace should suit her.

TFRHHHHI BHA131

12 FIVE STAR GETAWAY (IRE) (56) 51110-0 D Br B g Getaway (GER) - Hapeney (IRE) O Carl Hinchy and Mark Scott B A. V. Bloodstock

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10-12

Ciaran Gethings J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who progressed rapidly upon going chasing last term, easily winning 3 handicaps.

Should have come on for Chepstow return, so may well get back on the up.

TFRHHHII BHA130

13 NIETZSCHE (GB) (21) 3301-0R D Br Ch g Poet’s Voice - Ganga (IRE) O D Gilbert, A Bruce, G Wills B West Stow Stud Ltd

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10-12

Henry Brooke J Brian Ellison, Malton T Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who ran poorly at Uttoxeter in May, then jumped ponderously before refusing at Cheltenham 3 weeks ago. Possible that his enthusiasm is a waning.

TFRHHIII BHA130 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2020: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 9, 10, 13.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

PLAY SMARTER

ANNUAL INVICTUS was progressive as a hurdler and has hit the ground running switched to the larger obstacles this term, so he’s fancied to complete a hat-trick with some solid jumping sure to hold him in good stead. Palmers Hill, who was going away at the finish at Wetherby last time, should pose a threat, while Galahad Quest is up to defying his current mark when everything drops right.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ANNUAL INVICTUS (IRE) 2.PALMERS HILL (IRE) 3.GALAHAD QUEST (FR)

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Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Annual Invictus (IRE), 6-1 Palmers Hill (IRE), 7-1 Pink Legend (GB), 8-1 Galahad Quest (FR), 17-2 Midnightreferendum (GB), 12-1 Umbrigado (IRE), Clan Legend (GB), 18-1 Reserve Tank (IRE), 22-1 No Getaway (IRE), 25-1 Five Star Getaway (IRE), 40-1 Riders Onthe Storm (IRE), The Big Bite (IRE), 66-1 Nietzsche (GB)

DAN SKELTON DAN SKELTON SPENT A TOTAL OF NINE YEARS WORKING UNDER PAUL NICHOLLS BEFORE SETTING UP HIS OWN STABLE IN 2013. IN A SMALL AMOUNT OF TIME HE’S BECOME ONE OF BRITAINS LEADING TRAINERS.

NUBE NEGRA HIGHEST RATING: 168

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PAUL NICHOLLS A FORMER JUMP JOCKEY, NICHOLLS HAS BECOME ONE OF THE GREATEST NATIONAL HUNT TRAINERS OF ALL TIME. A TRAINER OF OVER 3000 WINNERS AS WELL AS BEING CROWNED CHAMPION TRAINER TWELVE TIMES.

CYRNAME HIGHEST RATING: 177

TOTAL EARNINGS OVER THE LAST FIVE SEASONS

TOTAL PRIZE MONEY WON

£8,196,655

TOTAL PRIZE MONEY WON

£11,466,646

RETAINED JOCKEYS

HARRY SKELTON

HARRY COBDEN

1m 7f 216y

THIRD RACE 1.15 THE BETFAIR MY ODDS BOOST NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4423, 2nd £2212, 3rd £1106, 4th £553, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £5772.76) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights & Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): G L Moore (19 wins from 156 runners, 12%) runs NATURALLY HIGH Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs COLDEN’S DREAM Fancy That: G L Moore won this race in 2015 & 2020. The stable runs NATURALLY HIGH today.

Longest Traveller: ACROSS THE CHANNEL trained by P Hobbs, Minehead, 161 miles.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

TRIPLE TRADE (GB) (24) 5-34

Br B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Doubly Guest O SJS Racing B Guy Bloodstock Ltd

age

st-lb

5

11-12

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shwon promise on all his three runs, not knocked about when fourth of 16 in 2m novice at Exeter 24 days ago. More to offer now handicapping for in-form yard. Considered.

TFRHHHII BHA118

2

KAMAXOS (FR) (14) 24-2

4

Br B g Maxios - Kamellata (FR) O Andrew Edwards B Appapays Racing Club

11-9

James Davies J Roger Teal, Lambourn T Chartplan(2004) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat who matched that level of form when second of 7 in 2m handicap hurdle at Huntingdon 14 days ago. In the mix despite 3lb rise.

TFRHHHII BHA115

3

CITY DERBY (IRE) (22) U154-14 D

Br Ch g Ask - Reine d’Or (IRE) O Richard D A Hames B Mr & Mrs P. Haughey

5

11-6

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T M&Dh Insurance Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Perth in May and shaped encouragingly after 6 months off when fourth of 18 in 2m handicap at Cheltenham 22 days ago. In the picture nudged up only 1lb.

TFRHHHII BHA112

4 HAPPY AND FINE (FR) (27) P-333 Br B g Balko (FR) - Richona (FR) O Mr T Acott, Mr L Cross, Mr S Cross B Mrs P. Souverain & Mr A. de Boisbrunet

4

11-4

Harry Bannister J Alex Hales, Edgecote T Winwood Construction UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French maiden who improved on his yard bow when third of 9 in novice over C&D 27 days ago.

Goes into handicaps now and he’s not taken lightly off a handy opening mark.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

5

COLDEN’S DREAM (IRE) (19) 244F BF

4

Br B g Ocovango - Now Were Broke (IRE) O Mr I F Gosden and Mr DJ Coles B Mr D. Breen

11-3

Harry Skelton J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Ladbrokes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who was running well in 2m Leicester handicap 19 days ago when falling 3 out.

One to consider.

TFRHHHII BHA109

6

VOCAL DUKE (IRE) (22) 044110 D

5

Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Heir Today (IRE) O Mr Ben Barnett B J. S. Bolger

11-2

Niall Houlihan (5) J Toby Lawes, Beare Green T Lawmens Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged 2m handicap wins at Uttoxeter and Fakenham in October before good tenth of 18 in 2m handicap at Cheltenham 22 days ago. Highly respected eased 1lb now.

TFRHHHII BHA108

7

FLAT WHITE (FR) (374) 23-

Br Ch f Olympic Glory (IRE) - Bolivia (GER) O Mr and Mrs A. E. Pakenham B Victoria Pakenham & Anthony Pakenham

4

10-13

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair French Flat maiden who showed promise when placed on both her runs in this sphere at Uttoxeter and Wetherby. Off 12 months though so she needs to hit the grond running on her handicap debut.

TFRHHHII BHA105

8

ACROSS THE CHANNEL (FR) (26) F1/06-0

Br B g Dunkerque (FR) - Aulne River (FR) O Mr Andrew L. Cohen B Suc. Goulven Berthouloux et al

6

10-10

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Wood Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 8 months before never-dangerous eighth in 2m novice hurdle at Kempton 26 days ago. Type to step forward now going into handicaps but his opening mark looks harsh.

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NATURALLY HIGH (FR) (34) U-061 D

6

Br B g Camelot - Just Little (FR) O Hail Sargent Evans B Oceanic Bloodstock Inc & A. Gravereaux

10-8

Jamie Moore J Gary Moore, Horsham T Oberon Investments Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well backed when scoring easily on his handicap bow at Lingfield (2m) 34 days ago. Hiked up 12lb but this French listed winner on the Flat has plenty more to offer and holds leading claims.

TFRHHHHH BHA100

10 GLOBAL AGREEMENT (GB) (196) 320-430 Br Ch g Mayson - Amicable Terms O Global Partnership B Richard Kent & Robert Percival

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Kevin Jones (3) J Milton Harris, Warminster T

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran one of his lesser races when ninth in 22f handicap at Stratford in May. Plenty more is needed on his return if he’s to gain a first success.

TFRHHIII BHA96 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn by No. 2, 8.

2020: FIFTY BALL (FR) 5 11 5 Niall Houlihan 5-2 (Gary Moore) 5 ran

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Colden’s Dream (IRE), Naturally High (FR), 7-1 Happy And Fine (FR), 15-2 City Derby (IRE), 9-1 Kamaxos (FR), 14-1 Triple Trade (GB), 16-1 Flat White (FR), 20-1 Vocal Duke (IRE), 22-1 Across The Channel (FR), 50-1 Global Agreement (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Gary Moore has a good record in this contest and his runner NATURALLY HIGH, who ran to a useful on the level in France, looks the one to beat after easily opening his hurdling account at Lingfield. Fellow ex-French recruit Happy And Fine appeals as the one to give him most to do starting out in handicaps off a good mark. City Derby and Colden’s Dream both figure on the shortlist too in an interesting handicap.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NATURALLY HIGH (FR) 2.HAPPY AND FINE (FR) 3.CITY DERBY (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 1.30 THE UNIBET PROUDLY SUPPORTS ‘RACING IS EVERYONE’S SPORT’ FILLIES’ JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) for juvenile three yrs old fillies x Total race value £25000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £10760, 2nd £4435, 3rd £2218, 4th £1110, 5th £555, 6th £278, 7th £138, 8th £70.

(Penalty Value £14067.50)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): A King (7 wins from 50 runners, 14%) runs KALMA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (4 wins from 34 runners, 12%) runs KALMA Longest Travellers: CALVADOS trained by J McConnell, WHITE PEPPER trained by G Cromwell, SIX FEET APART trained by J P O’Brien & SEA SESSIONS trained by R O’Sullivan - all Ireland.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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1

horse

st-lb

ADDOSH (GB) (21) 21UF D

Br B f The Gurkha (IRE) - Wild Storm O Stuart Edmunds Racing Club B Wild Storm Syndicate

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Ciaran Gethings J Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell T Science Supplements S

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner who quickened up nicely to take Market Rasen event in September and in process of running well but for falling in stronger company both starts since. Remains open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA115

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10-12

Br Ch f Raven’s Pass (USA) - Taqdees (IRE) O Aliomaana Partnership B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Harry Reed J Milton Harris, Warminster T bresbet ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made amends for her luckless departure previously when readily taking a Perth juvenile (16.2f) in September. Similar form in defeat both starts since and she should give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA115

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ANGELS LANDING (IRE) (19) 32 BF

Br B f Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Kalinka Malinka (IRE) O The Piranha Partnership B Glen Devlin & Facinating Rock Syndicate

10-12

Robert Dunne J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner (at 11f) and similar form over hurdles, stepping up on her Ludlow debut third when runner-up behind Lady Pacifico at Leicester (15.5f) 3 weeks ago. However, more needed to feature. TFRHHHII BHA97

4 CALVADOS (IRE) (53) 133

Br B f Vadamos (FR) - Hiya Dee (IRE) O Mr L. Mulryan B Mr Eric Mulryan

10-12

James Bowen J John McConnell, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish raider who landed a Ballinrobe juvenile (16.3f) in August and best effort yet when third at Punchestown in October, no extra run-in. This demands more though if she’s to resume winning ways. TFRHHHII BHA-

5

KALMA (GB) (38) 6

Br B f Mukhadram - Peters Spirit (IRE) O Elysees Partnership B Mr C. Elenor

10-12

Daryl Jacob J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner on Flat (at upto 1 1/2m) this year but below best latterly and well-beaten behind Malakahna on hurdles bow at Fakenham last time. In good hands but she can only be watched at present.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6

LADY PACIFICO (GB) (19) 1

Br B f Sir Percy - Silken Ocean O Miss E. J. Tanner B Ashbrittle Stud

10-12

Gavin Sheehan J David Weston, West Overton T

TIMEFORM VIEW 27,000 gns purchase having showed fair form on Flat and she impressed to make a winning hurdles debut at Leicester (15.5f) 3 weeks ago, jumping soundly. Looks the type to improve further.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

7

MALAKAHNA (FR) (38) 1

Br B f Manduro (GER) - Alakhana (FR) O Macable Partnership B Wertheimer et Frere

10-12

Charlie Todd J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 1 1/2m maiden on second of 2 starts in France in June. Acquired for €40,000 thereafter and perfect start to hurdling career when landing Fakenham juvenile (2m) in October. Player with more to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

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SEA SESSIONS (GB) (35) 22

Br B f Territories (IRE) - Funday O Mr John Robinson B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd

10-12

Jonathan Burke J Ross O’Sullivan, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner who has made a sound start over hurdles, not helped by the steady gallop when runner-up at Down Royal (16.8f) on her latest outing in October. However, others appeal more on balance.

TFRHHHII BHA28

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SIX FEET APART (IRE) (32) 1

Br B f Mount Nelson - Celtic Cygnet (IRE) O Mr P. D. Savill B Oak Hill Stud

10-12

J. J. Slevin J Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. Knew her job when off the mark at first attempt in a juvenile maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse (2m) last month, seeing it out well. Further progress not ruled out.

TFRHHHII BHA-

10 TIKI FIRE (IRE) (38) 0

10-12

Br B f Awtaad (IRE) - Debuetantin O Mrs J. K. Buckle B Kildaragh Stud

Kai Lenihan J Neil King, Burderop T Mauldons Brewery S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat for Karl Burke (stays 1 1/2m). Changed hands for 10,000 gns but didn’t offer much short-term encouragement when well held seventh on hurdles bow at Fakenham (2m) in October. TFRHIIII BHA-

11 WHITE PEPPER (IRE) (42) 51

Br B f Fast Company (IRE) - Quite Smart (IRE) O Mrs Maria McCullen Harvey B Mr E. Cantillon

10-12

Conor McNamara J Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat and all the better for hurdles debut when running away with a Galway juvenile hurdle (16.4f) in October. Highly likely there is more to come and of obvious interest here.

TFRHHHHH BHADECLARED RUNNERS 11 2020: TALKING ABOUT YOU 3 10 12 Harry Bannister 14-1 (Sean Curran) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 2, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 11.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 11.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 White Pepper (IRE), 13-2 Malakahna (FR), 7-1 Addosh (GB), 8-1 Lady Pacifico (GB), 9-1 Six Feet Apart (IRE), 12-1 Aliomaana (GB), Sea Sessions (GB), 14-1 Calvados (IRE), 18-1 Angels Landing (IRE), 40-1 Kalma (GB), 100-1 Tiki Fire (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Following a promising hurdles debut effort, it was hard not to be impressed with the manner of WHITE PEPPER’s runaway Galway success in October, and with further progress distinctly possible, she earns the vote to follow up. That said, there are dangers aplenty, Addosh and Malakahna chief amongst them. Lady Pacifico also makes appeal.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WHITE PEPPER (IRE) 2.ADDOSH 3.MALAKAHNA (FR)

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LAST YEAR’S

WINNER THE CLOSE BROTHERS HENRY VIII NOVICES’ CHASE

ALLMANKIND TRAINER: DAN SKELTON JOCKEY: HARRY SKELTON OWNER: THE GREDLEY FAMILY

GRADE 1 FIRST RUN AS A GRADE 1 IN

2011

RUN OVER ONE MILE, SEVEN FURLONGS AND 119 YARDS

3,126 METRES

13 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£75,000

£42,712 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE TRAINER 2020 ALLMANKIND Dan Skelton 2019 ESPRIT DU LARGE Evan Williams 2018 DYNAMITE DOLLARS Paul Nicholls 2017 SCEAU ROYAL Alan King 2016 ALTIOR Nicky Henderson 2015 AR MAD Gary Moore 2014 VIBRATO VALTAT Paul Nicholls 2013 HINTERLAND Paul Nicholls 2012 CAPTAIN CONAN Nicky Henderson Paul Nicholls 2011 Al FEROF

JOCKEY Harry Skelton Adam Wedge Harry Cobden Daryl Jacob Noel Fehily Joshua Moore Sam Twiston-Davies Daryl Jacob Barry Geraghty Ruby Walsh

Harry Skelton was his usual positive self aboard the 2/1 favourite in last years renewal. He set a blistering pace that his rivals quite simply couldn’t live with and despite a sketchy jump at the last he was an impressive winner.

The Tizzard trained Eldorado Allen couldn’t live with the ferocious gallop and both he and GA Law were forced into jumping errors that eventually cost them any chance in the finish.

Second favourite Hitman was keen early on under Harry Cobden and was the only other runner who could go the gallop. He stayed on nicely but had given himself too much ground to make up.

ALL WINNERS OF THIS GRADE 1 HAVE GONE ON TO BE RATED AT LEAST 155 - VERY HIGH CLASS.

7⁄9 9⁄9 3⁄9 AGED FIVE

HAD ALREADY WON A CHASE

TRAINED BY PAUL NICHOLLS

KEY CONTENDERS THIRD TIME LUCKI Already firmly in the picture for this years Arkle, Third Time Lucki should take all the beating for the Skeltons, who won this race last year. He’s 3lb clear of his nearest rival on ratings and a clear round should see him win.

HHHHH EDWARDSTONE A second season Novice, Edwardstone has the most experience in the field but that comes at a cost as no seven-year-old has won this race in the last 10 years. He won well at Warwick on his last start and a similar performance would see him go close.

HHHH MINELLA DRAMA Donald McCains six-year-old has taken a real step forward over fences after putting up some good performances over hurdles. He was second to War Lord but if his jumping can improve, he may reverse that form.

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LEADING HORSE ALTIOR TEN-TIME GRADE 1 WINNER

LEADING TRAINER PAUL NICHOLLS 4 WINNERS

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FOURTH RACE 1.50 THE CLOSE BROTHERS HENRY VIII NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £75000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £32685, 2nd £13418, 3rd £6713, 4th £3353, 5th £1680, 6th £840.

(Penalty Value £42712.50)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): P Nicholls (19 wins from 160 runners, 12%) runs IL RIDOTO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs THIRD TIME LUCKI Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2011, 2013, 2014 and 2018. The stable runs IL RIDOTO today.

Longest Traveller: MINELLA DRAMA trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 178 miles.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

DO YOUR JOB (IRE) (29) 12422-1 D

Br B g Fame And Glory - Full of Birds (FR) O Mr Mark Dunphy B Mrs C. J. Berry

age

st-lb

7

11-2

Richie McLernon J Michael Scudamore, Bromsash T Kiely Bros Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice hurdler last season and this point winner made a successful start to his chase career in 2m Warwick novice last month. No reason why he won’t prove at least as good over fences.

TFRHHHII BHA143

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EDWARDSTONE (GB) (17) 1353-B1 D

Br B g Kayf Tara - Nothingtoloose (IRE) O Robert Abrey & Ian Thurtle B Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle

7

11-2

Tom Cannon J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart and reliable hurdler who was brought down 4 out in the Warwick race won by Do Your Job on his chase debut and gained compensation back there 12 days later. Should go well.

TFRHHHHI BHA149

3

MINELLA DRAMA (IRE) (26) 1212-12 D BF

6

11-2

Brian Hughes J Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Midsummer Drama (IRE) Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T O Green Day Racing Proactive Personnel Limited S B R. McCarthy

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who made winning start over fences in 2m Uttoxeter novice handicap. Edged out by War Lord in Carlisle graduation event since but it was still a decent run. Remains capable of better.

TFRHHHII BHA149

4 STOLEN SILVER (FR) (22) 32P0-12 D BF

6

11-2

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Change Partner (FR) O Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group B S.C. Snig Elevage

Sam Twiston-Davies J Sam Thomas, Cardiff T Potter Group S

5

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start for new trainer Sam Thomas in 3-runner Market Rasen novice handicap in October. Better form (smart) when narrowly denied in Cheltenham handicap since but this tougher again.

TFRHHHII BHA145

THIRD TIME LUCKI (IRE) (21) 1464-11 D

11-2

Harry Skelton J Br Br g Arcadio (GER) - Definite Valley (IRE) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O Mike and Eileen Newbould The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S B Mr G. Delaney

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winning hurdler who has returned from wind surgery with a pair of novice chase wins at Cheltenham, the latter a Grade 2 by 4 3/4 lengths from Sebastopol. The one to beat again.

TFRHHHHH BHA152

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WAR LORD (GER) (26) 3040-11 D

Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Westalin (GER) O The Wychwood Partnership B Gestut Etzean

6

11-2

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who has fast made up into a smart chaser, winning Newton Abbot novice handicap before fending off Minella Drama in Carlisle graduation event. More to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA146

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IL RIDOTO (FR) (7) 11F2-31 D

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - L’Exploratrice (FR) O Giles, Hogarth, Mason & McGoff B Noel Lemaire

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10-10

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful over hurdles/fences in France. Comfortably held by War Lord on Newton Abbot British debut but proved a different proposition when readily landing a Newbury handicap last week. Player.

TFRHHHHI BHA143 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2020: ALLMANKIND 4 10 10 Harry Skelton 2-1 (Dan Skelton) 5 ran Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Third Time Lucki (IRE), 7-2 Edwardstone (GB), 13-2 Il Ridoto (FR), 10-1 Minella Drama (IRE), War Lord (GER), 16-1 Stolen Silver (FR), 18-1 Do Your Job (IRE)

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THIRD TIME LUCKI has been an impressive winner of his 2 chase starts at Cheltenham and is fancied to provide Dan and Harry Skelton with back-to-back wins in this contest. Paul Nicholls has a record 7 wins in this so it’s interesting that he fast tracks Il Ridoto to Grade 1 company after his Newbury handicap success last week and he’s feared most ahead of Edwardstone in a good renewal.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THIRD TIME LUCKI (IRE) 2.IL RIDOTO (FR) 3.EDWARDSTONE

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The 2021 two day Betfair Tingle Creek Festival marks the last race meeting as Chairman of Sandown Park for Peter Jensen, who is standing down from the position at the end of this year following his five year tenure.

We would like to pay tribute to and thank him for his dedication and contribution to this racecourse in particular, to the The Jockey Club and also to the racing industry in general. Peter was elected a Member of The Jockey Club in December 2010. He was formerly a Director of Newmarket Racecourse for ten years and Chairman of Nottingham Racecourse for five years between 2011-2016. In his corporate life, Peter held a number of senior roles in his 21 years with SmithKlineBeecham including Chairman of Consumer Healthcare Europe and between 1998–2001, he held the position of President of Worldwide Supply Operations, based in Philadelphia.

Peter is currently Chairman of a number of public and private companies, and is a Director of The Osborne Studio Gallery. He is also Chairman of the BHA’s Racing Group.

Apart from his commercial business interests, Peter was Chairman of The Home of Horseracing Trust from its formation, set up by Forest Heath District Council and the National Horseracing Museum, over 15 years ago, with the purpose of raising funds and developing plans for the museum to move from its original High Street site in Newmarket, to a large new centre at Palace House where it could become a modern world class visitor attraction. Over that period of 15 years, more than £19 million was raised to help pay for it. It was a memorable day when HM The Queen opened the new

Peter Jensen Chairman 2017 - 2021 National Horseracing Museum in 2016, “A job well done”. Peter has been involved in the ownership of horses over many years. His best horse, to date, to run in his colours was KEW GREEN. Trained by Paul Webber, in 2005, he notched up three wins including the Rosebery Heritage Handicap at Kempton Park and followed up on his next run with a victory in the Suffolk Heritage Handicap at Newmarket.

Peter has been instrumental in setting up the Carbine Club (of which he is President) Racing syndicates. WATER’S EDGE, trained by George Baker, was the first horse to run in the UK in the club colours and has been a stalwart and provided much entertainment winning three times at Windsor. Peter’s colours enjoyed a great success this year with the 2yo filly DESTINY QUEEN, also trained by George Baker, who won well first time out at Ascot in July over 7 furlongs. She has been mentioned in the betting for the 2022 1000 Guineas and will, no doubt, enter the Winner’s Enclosure again next season and beyond. We would like to wish Peter, his wife Sue, and his family every success in the future, both on and off the course.

LAST YEAR’S

WINNER MANY CLOUDS CHASE FIRST RUN IN 2011 GRADE 2 RUN OVER THREE MILES, ONE FURLONG 5,020 METRES 19 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£75,000

£42,202 TO THE WINNER

LAKE VIEW LAD TRAINER: NICK ALEXANDER JOCKEY: BRIAN HUGHES OWNER: EXORS OF THE LATE TREVOR HEMMINGS

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE 2020 LAKE VIEW LAD 2019 NATIVE RIVER 2018 DEFINITLY RED 2017 DEFINITLY RED 2016 MANY CLOUDS 2015 DON POLI 2014 SAM WINNER 2013 UNIONISTE

TRAINER Nick Alexander Colin Tizzard Brian Ellison Brian Ellison Oliver Sherwood Willie Mullins Paul Nicholls Paul Nicholls

JOCKEY Brian Hughes Richard Johnson Danny Cook Danny Cook Leighton Aspell Bryan Cooper Nick Schofield SamTwiston-Davies

An ultra competitive renewal of this race, with 2019 winner, Native River, back as an 11-year-old to confirm he still has what it takes at top level.

Protektorat went down as an unlucky loser in the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham 3 weeks ago, after flying late down the home straight. The extra trip could work in his favour today.

Previous Cheltenham Festival winners Imperial Aura and Simply The Betts match up again, with the latter coming out on top the last time these two superstars met as Novices’.

James Bowen takes the mount on Tiger Roll, a two-time Grand National winner here in 2018 and 2019, and, although this trip might be on the short side, he is always hard to oppose.

Sam Brown, The Two Amigos and Wishing And Hoping make up the 8-Strong field.

This race is named in honour of Many Clouds after his victory in 2016.

National Hunt racing by nature breeds heroes, equine and human, who capture a special place in the public’s heart. The legacy of 2015 Grand National winner Many Clouds continues to live on as racing returns to the scene of his greatest triumph.

Trevor Hemmings’ third winner of the Grand National (following Hedgehunter and Ballabriggs) was foaled in 2007, by Cloudings out of Bobbing Back. He was trained by Oliver Sherwood and ridden by Leighton Aspell, who partnered him in all his 27 career starts.

He won 12 races worth £927,732 in prize money, completing two Grand Nationals and winning the 2014 Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury - the only horse to have won both big races in the same season.

He was a horse so hugely and warmly acclaimed that practically the whole population of Lambourn, where he was trained, turned out to welcome him home after his outstanding Aintree victory under 11st 9lb. His honesty and battling determination were the qualities that made people love him, and these attributes were never displayed more vividly than in his final race, Cheltenham’s Cotswold Chase, in January 2017. That day, Many Clouds literally grabbed victory from the jaws of defeat when fighting back in a duel up the famous hill to overcome the brilliant Thistlecrack - but tragically he subsequently passed away.

He is immortalised in Grand National history, not only on the boards of previous winners, but in the hearts of the public.

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SIXTH RACE 2.05 THE UNIBET MANY CLOUDS STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £75000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £32280, 2nd £13305, 3rd £6653, 4th £3330, 5th £1665, 6th £833, 7th £413, 8th £210.

(Penalty Value £42202.50)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): D Skelton (22 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs PROTEKTORAT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs PROTEKTORAT Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2013 and 2014. The stable runs SIMPLY THE BETTS today.

Longest Traveller: TIGER ROLL trained by G Elliott, Ireland.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

IMPERIAL AURA (IRE) (14) 1/11UP-F

Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Missindependence (IRE) O Imperial Racing Partnership 2016 B Headfield Farm Ltd

age

st-lb

8

11-6

David Bass J Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Emphatic Ascot Grade 2 winner last term and while he’s failed to complete on each of his 3 starts since, he travelled well prior to falling 7 out on return in the Betfair Chase at Haydock. Claims.

TFRHHHHI BHA161

2

NATIVE RIVER (IRE) (240) 11/3143- CD

Br Ch g Indian River (FR) - Native Mo (IRE) O Brocade Racing B Fred Mackey

11

11-6

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged this prize in 2019 and added the Cotswolds Chase to his big-race haul last season. Well below par here when last seen in April, but will be a danger to all if conditions are testing.

TFRHHHII BHA166

3

PROTEKTORAT (FR) (21) 11221-2 C BF

6

11-3

Bridget Andrews J Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales Morson Group, Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S B Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed fine first season over fences last term, culminating in Grade 1 success here. Strong at the finish when runner-up in big Cheltenham handicap (20.2f) on return and this trip should be ideal.

TFRHHHII BHA158

4 SAM BROWN (GB) (217) 1//11P/3-0

9

11-0

Aidan Coleman J Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cream Cracker Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T O Mr T. C. Frost Geegeez.co.uk S B T. C. Frost

TIMEFORM VIEW Good third of 6 to Imperial Aura in intermediate chase at Carlisle last November, and far from disgraced in a Punchestown handicap back from a break in May. However, this is tougher.

TFRHHIII BHA148

5

SIMPLY THE BETTS (IRE) (21) 1211/6-6

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Crimson Flower (IRE) O Kate & Andrew Brooks B Oliver Power

8

11-0

Gavin Sheehan J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Major improver over fences during 2019/20 season. Limited to just one appearance last term, but shaped well on return for new yard in big Cheltenham handicap and this trip should be within range.

TFRHHHHH BHA153

6

THE TWO AMIGOS (GB) (259) 2/32230-

Br B g Midnight Legend - As Was O Bradley Partnership B Upton Viva Stud

9

11-0

Daryl Jacob J Nicky Martin, Minehead T Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable stayer who did little wrong last season, notably finishing second in the Welsh National at Chepstow. Last win was back in January 2019, though, and likely to come up short at this level. TFRHIIII BHA140

7

TIGER ROLL (IRE) (240) 52/P614- C

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Swiss Roll (IRE) O Gigginstown House Stud B G. O’Brien

11

11-0

James Bowen J Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Grand National winner who returned to form when landing the Glenfarclas Chase for the third time at Cheltenham in March. Failed to fire here next time, though, and likely to need the run.

TFRHHIII BHA165

8

WISHING AND HOPING (IRE) (41) 122P-11 CD 11

Br B g Beneficial - Desperately Hoping (IRE) O Mrs Peter Andrews B Brendan Murphy

11-0

Alex Edwards J Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T Adm Protexin Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Picked up where he left off last season when making a successful reappearance in a C&D handicap in October, but this 11-y-o has much more on his plate now upped in class.

TFRHIIII BHA145 38

thejockeyclub.co.uk DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2020: LAKE VIEW LAD (IRE) 10 11 0 Brian Hughes 16-1 (N W Alexander) 5 ran Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Stewards Note: PROTEKTORAT: Following its run on 13/11/2021 it was reported that the horse erred badly at the fifth fence.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Protektorat (FR), 11-4 Native River (IRE), 9-2 Imperial Aura (IRE), 7-1 Simply The Betts (IRE), 18-1 Tiger Roll (IRE), 22-1 Sam Brown (GB), 66-1 The Two Amigos (GB), 100-1 Wishing And Hoping (IRE)

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SIMPLY THE BETTS finished behind Protektorat in the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham, but that was a most encouraging effort given that he was returning from a year off and the combination of this step up in trip and sharper track could be just the tonic. Protektorat won’t go down without a fight and 2019 winner Native River is greatly respected, too, but Imperial Aura is second choice.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SIMPLY THE BETTS (IRE) 2.IMPERIAL AURA (IRE) 3.PROTEKTORAT (FR)

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LAST YEAR’S

WINNER THE BETFAIR TINGLE CREEK STEEPLE CHASE

POLITOLOGUE TRAINER: PAUL NICHOLLS JOCKEY: HARRY SKELTON OWNER: JOHN HALES

GRADE 1 FIRST RUN IN

1979

RUN OVER ONE MILE, SEVEN FURLONGS AND 119 YARDS

3,126 METRES

13 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£150,000

£85,425 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR

YEAR HORSE TRAINER JOCKEY 2020 POLITOLOGUE Paul Nicholls Harry Skelton 2019 DEFI DU SEUIL Philip Hobbs Barry Geraghty 2018 ALTIOR Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinvile 2017 POLITOLOGUE Paul Nicholls Harry Cobden 2016 UN DE SCEAUX Willie Mullins Ruby Walsh 2015 SIRE DE GRUGY Gary Moore Jamie Moore 2014 DODGING BULLETS Paul Nicholls Sam Twiston-Davies 2013 SIRE DE GRUGY Gary Moore Jamie Moore 2012 SPRINTER SACRE Nicky Henderson Barry Geraghty 2011 SIZING EUROPE Henry de Bromhead Andrew Lynch 2010 MASTER MINDED Paul Nicholls Noel Fehily

Politologue really is one of racings favourites and last year he made it two wins in this race. His first came back in 2017 and to win it again three years later shows just what a brave and talented horse he is for Paul Nicholls and connections.

He became only the third nine-yearold in the last 10 years to win the race when beating stable mate Greaneteen.

Harry Skelton kept it simple from the front and made use of his excellent jumping to come home a comfortable seven length winner. Rouge Vif made a mistake two out when ultimately held and Greaneteen could only pick up the pieces back in second.

TINGLE CREEK won three renewals of the Sandown Pattern Chase, the predecessor to this race, breaking the track record twice in the process. He was widely renowned as the best jumper of a fence of all time and that is why he lends his name to this great race.

7⁄10 7⁄10 3⁄10 AGED SIX, SEVEN OR EIGHT

FAVOURITES WON

TRAINED BY PAUL NICHOLLS

KEY CONTENDERS CHACUN POUR SOI Wille Mullins pride and joy, Chacun Pour Soi has done everything but win at the festival and if he can replicate his final run last year, he is going to take all the beating. A two-mile specialist, the only question mark would be fitness.

HHHHH NUBE NEGRA Despite beating Chacun at Cheltenham, Nube Negra was put back in his place after finishing 25 lengths behind him at Punchestown. The season may well have caught up on him and his reappearance at Cheltenham was electric. It should be a cracking match between the two.

HHHH GREANETEEN With no Politologue, Nicholls hopes rest on last years Celebration Chase winner. He could only manage fourth on reappearance but was giving away a lot of weight and is entitled to come on for that run. He finished third last year but if he can continue that upward curve, he should be right there come the line.

HHH LEADING HORSE FLAGSHIP UBERALLES WON IN 1999, 2000 & 2001

LEADING TRAINER PAUL NICHOLLS 11 WINNERS

TINGLE CREEK PERSONAL MEMORIES FROM WINNING MOST JOCKEY The following extracts are from 'The Going Up was worth the Coming Down,' the autobiography of jockey Ian Watkinson, who rode more winners on Tingle Creek than any other.

TINGLE CREEK BY IAN WATKINSON Tingle Creek had been a top steeplechaser in America prior to joining [trainer] Tom Jones in 1972. I rode him almost every day at home but I never schooled him over a fence. Tom said of schooling him, "He knows more about jumping than you'll ever know." I know what he meant. He was a nightmare but he knew everything. So when I rode him for the first time in a race, finishing fourth in the Benson and Hedges Chase at Sandown Park in November 1975, it was the first time I'd jumped anything with him.

He used to get wound up anyway but Tom would deliberately wind him up the day before a race so that he would get to the races and just bolt.

The only choice you had with Tingle Creek was which direction you went in; you didn't have an awful lot of choice about the speed.

He didn't really jump the fences as other horses did. He'd gallop over them, literally run over the top of them. He was extremely clever and could fiddle a fence if he needed to. But when he stood off, he stood off miles. He was something else.

People forget just how great a horse he was. Nothing could touch him on good or firm ground. He was unbeatable and ran like an out-of-control car.

Ian Watkinson will be signing copies of 'The Going Up was worth the Coming Down' in the Surrey Hall today.

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FIFTH RACE 2.25 THE BETFAIR TINGLE CREEK STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £150000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £65370, 2nd £26835, 3rd £13425, 4th £6705, 5th £3360.

(Penalty Value £85425)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): P Nicholls (19 wins from 160 runners, 12%) runs GREANETEEN & HITMAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs NUBE NEGRA Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2014, 2017 & 2020. The stable runs GREANETEEN & HITMAN today.

Longest Travellers: CHACUN POUR SOI trained by W P Mullins, CAPTAIN GUINNESS trained by H De Bromhead, both Ireland.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

CAPTAIN GUINNESS (IRE) (28) 12F3-U1 D

Br B g Arakan (USA) - Presenting d’Azy (IRE) O Declan Landy B Arthur Fennelly

age

st-lb

6

11-7

Rachael Blackmore J Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser who proved too free when third in last season’s Arkle. Back on track when winning Naas Grade 3 on return but plenty to find up against some top-class opposition.

TFRHHIII BHA154

2

CHACUN POUR SOI (FR) (221) 1/1113-1 D

Br B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Kruscyna (FR) O Mrs S. Ricci B Mr Didier Berland

9

11-7

Mr P. W. Mullins J W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser. Failed to land the odds in Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham but quickly back to his very best with a dominant win in the Punchestown Champion Chase. Hard to beat on return.

TFRHHHHH BHA176

3

GREANETEEN (FR) (32) 12341-4 CD

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Manson Teene (FR) O Chris Giles B Mr Bertrand Compignie

7

11-7

Bryony Frost J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in this last year before showing top-class form in the spring, notably when landing the Celebration Chase over C&D in April. Shaped as if needing return at Exeter and better expected now.

TFRHHHII BHA167

4 HITMAN (FR) (32) 12F13-2 D BF

Br B g Falco (USA) - Tercah Girl (FR) O Mason, Hogarth, Ferguson & Done B Mme C. Villaud Ameline & Mr Q. Villaud

5

11-7

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly made up into a smart novice last term. Creditable second in Haldon Gold Cup at Exeter on return but this looks a tough ask for all he remains with potential as a chaser. Tongue strap on. TFRHHIII BHA154

5

NUBE NEGRA (SPA) (20) 22/12-31 D

7

11-7

Harry Skelton J Br Br g Dink (FR) - Manly Dream (FR) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O Mr T. Spraggett Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S B Cuadra Internorte

TIMEFORM VIEW Denied a clear run when 1/2-length second in Queen Mother Champion Chase. Failed to give running behind Chacun Pour Soi at Punchestown next time but impressive win in Grade 2 at Cheltenham on return. TFRHHHHI BHA168 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2020: POLITOLOGUE (FR) 9 11 7 Harry Skelton 11-8 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Chacun Pour Soi (FR), 5-2 Nube Negra (SPA), 9-2 Greaneteen (FR), 16-1 Captain Guinness (IRE), Hitman (FR)

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CHACUN POUR SOI might have fluffed his lines in the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham but he’s been imperious on all 4 other starts at Grade 1 level over the past 22 months, including in the Punchestown Champion Chase when last seen in April, and is clearly the one to beat. Nube Negra and Greaneteen are top-class opponents with the former rated the main threat.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHACUN POUR SOI (FR) 2.NUBE NEGRA (SPA) 3.GREANETEEN (FR)

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SEVEN OF THE BEST

This afternoon’s Betfair Tingle Creek Chase has been one of the highlights of the racing calendar for many years and a glance at the roll of honour reveals some of the greats that have taken this prize.

The test of jumping fences over two miles at Sandown Park is like no other and it takes an exceptional horse to excel around here. Ahead of this year’s renewal we have taken a trip down memory lane to consider seven of the greatest Tingle Creek winners in the race’s long and distinguished history.

DESERT ORCHID – 1988 The legendary grey enjoyed a glittering career in which he landed four King George VI chases at Kempton Park, a Cheltenham Gold Cup and an Irish Grand National to name just three. He won the Tingle Creek in 1988 and there was drama at the start as 2/1 favourite Vodkatini refused to race. Thankfully ‘Dessie’ had no such ideas and set off in front, jumping boldly in the hands of Simon Sherwood. He quickened up on the run to the second last to put his rivals under pressure and won with twelve lengths to spare at the line.

FLAGSHIP UBERALLES – ‘99, ‘00, ‘01 He remains the only horse to win the Tingle Creek on three occasions and, of course, was even more unique as he did so in the care of three different trainers. Paul Nicholls saddled him when he won the race as a five-year-old in 1999 as he battled back to get the better of Direct Route. Things were a little more comfortable twelve months on as he won by eleven lengths for trainer Noel Chance. His final success came for Philip Hobbs in 2001 as he showed all of his class to get the better of the well-fancied Edredon Bleu by four lengths.

MOSCOW FLYER – 2003, 2004 A very special two-mile chaser for Jessica Harrington who won the race back-to-back in 2003 and 2004. The latter was a vintage renewal of the race with the previous season’s Champion Chaser Azertyuiop and Arkle winner Well Chief both lining up. There wasn’t much between the three of them jumping the last but the ten-year-old found a bit more for Barry Geraghty on the run to the line and remains the oldest winner in the race’s history.

He retired at the end of the 2006 season with ten Grade 1 chase successes to his name.

KAUTO STAR – 2005, 2006 One of the most famous steeplechasers to win this race, the amazing Kauto Star defied doubts over the shorter trip - he won the 3m Betfair Chase on his previous start - to blow away the high-class competition, including Voy Por Ustedes, in a brilliant performance in 2006. He would go on to win 13 more Grade 1s including an unprecedented five King George VI Chases at Kempton Park and two Cheltenham Gold Cups. The Paul Nicholls trained superstar was certainly one of the best-loved chasers of the past twenty years.

SPRINTER SACRE – 2012 For many people he is the best two mile chaser we have ever seen and having dominated the novice chasing ranks, he came here in December 2012 with a lot of expectation on his shoulders. However, you would never have known as the six-year-old travelled strongly throughout before cruising past his main market rival Sanctuaire on the run to the third last. He jumped the final two fences with his usual exuberance and coasted home to demolish his rivals by fifteen lengths. This would become a familiar theme as he notched Grade 1 victories at Cheltenham, Aintree and Punchestown in the Spring in similarly devastating fashion.

ALTIOR - 2018 Unbeaten over fences beforehand, Altior was Nicky Henderson’s heir to Sprinter Sacre after his retirement and he quickly chalked up a string of Grade 1 victories in similarly stunning style. After Arkle, Champion Chase and Celebration Chase wins, he came back to Sandown Park for the Tingle Creek in 2018 and despite the best efforts of 2016 winner, Un De Sceaux, powered up the hill to win by four lengths. It was his tenth win over fences in a row and his sixth Grade 1 over the larger obstacles, a truly sensational feat.

POLITOLOGUE- 2017, 2020 A dual winner of this race from leading race trainer Paul Nicholls, this ten-year-old made his winning debut in this race in 2017 in the hands of Harry Cobden. He bounced back in excellent style to win again last year by an impressive seven lengths from stable mate Greaneteen. One of his most iconic wins was in the Grade 2 Desert Orchid Chase in 2017, winning by an impressive 17 lengths from Vaniteux. He wasn’t disgraced on reappearance at Cheltenham a fortnight ago, when second in the Shloer Chase, beating odds-on favourite Put The Kettle On by four-and-a-half lengths. He has no doubt been an eye-catching grey, who has been well supported in each of his chasing starts.

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WINNER

VIEUX LION ROUGE

BECHER CHASE

TRAINER: DAVID PIPE JOCKEY: CONOR O’FARRELL OWNER: PROF CAROLINE TISDALL & JOHN GENT

FIRST RUN IN

1992

GRADE 3 RUN OVER THREE MILES, TWO FURLONGS

5,201 METRES

21 FENCES TO BE JUMPED Just like Walk In The Mill and Helllo Bud, Vieux Lion Rouge will go down in the history books, with two wins each to their name.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£150,000

£84,195 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE 2020 VIEUX LION ROUGE 2019 WALKINTHEMILL 2018 WALKINTHEMILL 2017 BLAKLION 2016 VIEUXLIONROUGE 2015 HIGHLANDLODGE 2014 OSCARTIME 2013 CHANCEDUROY 2012 HELLO BUD 2011 WESTENDROCKER

TRAINER David Pipe Robert Walford Robert Walford NigelTwiston-Davies David Pipe James Moffatt RobertWaley-Cohen Philip Hobbs NigelTwiston-Davies Alan King

JOCKEY Conor O’Farrell James Best James Best Gavin Sheehan Tom Scudamore Henry Brooke SamWaley-Cohen Tom O’Brien SamTwiston-Davies WayneHutchinson

With the tongue strap and cheekpieces applied, Conor O’Farrell guided his mount through the field to land the key trial for the Randox Grand National.

Held up towards the rear, the 11-year-old always jumped soundly throughout the race, picking off rivals one-by-one. Close up 3 fences from home, David Pipe’s inmate challenged for the lead 2 out, before putting his rivals to the sword to go clear on the run in.

A gutsy final effort up the straight saw him run out a very convincing winner by an astonishing 24 lengths, with Kimberlite Candy finishing in the same place as 2020 in second, and joint-favourite Le Breuil back in third.

CHECKITOUT IS NIGEL TWISTON-DAVIES SOLE RUNNER IN THIS RACE

9⁄10 9⁄10 7⁄10

CARRIED 11ST OR LESS

RATED 142 OR LOWER

AGED NINE OR YOUNGER

KEY CONTENDERS VIEUX LION ROUGE This 12-year-old now bids to win this contest for the third time, after taking this race by storm last year, being sent off at 12/1. Despite a poor season return at Chepstow, this should be a lot more to his tune and see him back to his best. David Pipe’s horse seems to love the Becher Chase and he will take all the beating once again, albeit 5lb higher in the handicap this year.

SNOW LEOPARDESS With placed effort in Graded company last season, Snow Leopardess looks a horse with vast potential this season. She scored impressively on seasonal reapperance at Bangor and looks to play a key part in this if taking to the larger fences.

Although she arrives on a career high mark of 140, she is right towards the top of the market, with an excellent jockey booking of Aidan Coleman to aid her cause.

CHRIS’S DREAM

Rated 162 and a huge weight to defy, Chris’s Dream is still in with a great chance of taking home the prize money. Henry De Bromhead’s gelding was travelling well before he blundered and unseated Darragh O’Keeffe late on in the Grand National, so it would be no suprise for another big effort today.

This 9-year-old has some cracking form in his locker, including a Grade 2 win at Gowran Park, and if the ground is soft enough, he will be a major player.

KIMBERLITE CANDY

CHECKITOUT

Sent off at 14/1 for this race last year, Tom Lacey’s horse ran with a lot of promise into second for the second year running. He hasn’t been seen since pulling up in the Grand National earlier in the year but, this horse has proved time and time again that he goes well fresh. Making his seasonal debut today 3lb better off than last year, this 9-year-old looks to have leading claims once again, with Jonathan Burke in the saddle.

With Nigel Twiston-Davies being the leading trainer in this contest, it would be rude to not give his horse a mention. This 7-year-old was a dual-winner last season over the three-mile trip and his comeback run behind Larry in the Grade 3 Bateaux London Gold Cup Handicap Chase would give him an each-way chance. A 4lb hike in the weights is a slight concern but he is an interesting contender nevertheless.

ICONIC HORSE

LEADING TRAINER

HELLO BUD

NIGEL TWISTONDAVIES

WON THE 2010 AND 2012 RENEWALS

6 WINNERS

3m 1f 188y

SEVENTH RACE 2.40 THE UNIBET BECHER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE) for six yrs old and upwards x Total race value £150000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £64440, 2nd £26520, 3rd £13260, 4th £6630, 5th £3315, 6th £1650, 7th £840, 8th £405, 9th £210, 10th £105. (Penalty Value £84195)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): N Twiston-Davies (8 wins from 85 runners, 9%) runs CHECKITOUT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 70 runners, 17%) runs RAVENHILL Longest Travellers: RAVENHILL trained by G Elliott, SNOW FALCON & TOUT EST PERMIS trained by N Meade & CHRIS’S DREAM trained by H De Bromhead - all Ireland.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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horse

CHRIS’S DREAM (IRE) (238) 10/25PU-

Br B g Mahler - Janebailey O Robcour B Mrs Mary O’Connor

age

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9

11-12

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Has an excellent record fresh and shaped well in the Grand National when last seen in April, still in fourth when unseated rider 4 out. Needs considering.

TFR I BHA162

2

LORD DU MESNIL (FR) (195) 4001P-F D

8

11-3

Nick Scholfield J Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Ladies Choice (FR) Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T O Mr Paul Porter & Mike & Mandy Smith B Mme Henri Devin

TIMEFORM VIEW All stamina and resumed winning ways in Grand National Trial at Haydock in the mud in February.

However, let down by jumping at Auteuil in May and in the Grand Sefton over these fences last season. TFR II BHA153

3

KIMBERLITE CANDY (IRE) (238) 5P/21/2P-

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Mandys Native (IRE) O Mr John P. McManus B Martin & Leonard O’Hanlon

9

11-0

Jonathan Burke J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T

TIMEFORM VIEW Second in last 2 runnings of this with a wide-margin victory in the Classic Chase at Warwick in between. Little went right in Grand National since and likely contender again.

TFR I BHA150

4 TOUT EST PERMIS (FR) (13) 0P4FP-5 Br Gr g Linda’s Lad - Kadalbleue (FR) O Gigginstown House Stud B Mme Isabelle Peltier & Mr Pascal Pean

8

11-0

E. Walsh (5) J Noel Meade, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record last season and pulled up in Grand National final start (lost place when blundered first Canal Turn). Did at least offer something to build on when fifth of 16 at Navan on return.

TFR II BHA150

5

MIGHTY THUNDER (GB) (35) 16121-4

8

11-0

Derek Fox J Br B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Allson Sparkle Ltd Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale S B C. and Mrs Wilson

TIMEFORM VIEW Vastly improved last season, bagging fourth win of the campaign in Scottish National at Ayr. Should be sharper for Cheltenham return but probably wants more of a stamina test.

TFR II BHA150

6

RAVENHILL (IRE) (35) 1/U603-5

Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Rhythm Hill (IRE) O Try Ravenhill Syndicate B Aaron Metcalfe

11

11-0

J. J. Slevin J Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser though was out of his depth in Grade 1 at Down Royal on return. Probably high enough in the weights back in a handicap.

TFR II BHA150

7

TOP VILLE BEN (IRE) (35) 5313/-P5

Br B g Beneficial - Great Decision (IRE) O Harbour Rose Partnership B Edward Prendergast & Mrs Helen Gillman

9

11-0

Thomas Dowson J Philip Kirby, Richmond T Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time Wetherby winner, including in 2019 Rowland Meyrick, but clearly hard to train these days and would appear to have deteriorated considerably judged on both starts this term 6 months apart. TFR III BHA150

8

DOMAINE DE L’ISLE (FR) (42) 04011-P D

Br B g Network (GER) - Gratiene de L’Isle (FR) O 12 Oaks Racing and Mr Ian Hutchins B Mme Veronique Sayet

8

10-11

David Bass J Sean Curran, Swindon T

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to his smart best after a wind op when landing handicaps at Kempton and Cheltenham in the spring. However, offered little short-term encouragement at Cheltenham on return.

TFR III BHA147 50

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VIEUX LION ROUGE (FR) (57) 0/510F-0 CD

Br Ch g Sabiango (GER) - Indecise (FR) O Prof Caroline Tisdall & Mr John Gent B F. M. Cottin

12

10-9

Tom Scudamore J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Regular in this race, adding to his 2016 success when beating Kimberlite Candy by 24 lengths in last year’s renewal off 5lb lower. Presumably had a pipe-opener for this at Chepstow on return.

TFRHHHHI BHA145

10 SNOW FALCON (IRE) (73) 322200

11

Br B g Presenting - Flocon de Neige (IRE) O Mrs Patricia Hunt B Sean Gorman

10-8

Henry Brooke J Noel Meade, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Kept busy this season and holding his form well, though at the same time not looking the force of old.

Cheekpieces left off.

TFRHHHII BHA144

11 MAC TOTTIE (GB) (28) 2P12-41 C

8

Br B g Midnight Legend - Tot of The Knar O Steve & Jackie Fleetham B Steve & Jackie Fleetham

10-6

James Bowen J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T Unique Windows S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2020/21 on a high and all the better for return when winning Grand Sefton here 4 weeks ago, producing a career best tackling these fences for the first time. High on shortlist up 7lb.

TFRHHHHI BHA142

12 ACHILLE (FR) (259) P1/2/226-

11

Br Gr g Dom Alco (FR) - Hase (FR) O Mrs Vida Bingham B Cte Yves D’Armaille

10-5

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well in 2018/19, winning 3 of 5 starts. Very lightly raced since but back with 3 excellent runs last season, sixth in Midlands Grand National at Uttoxeter latest. Not taken lightly.

TFRHHHHI BHA141

13 SNOW LEOPARDESS (GB) (24) 21246-1 D Br Gr m Martaline - Queen Soraya O Andrew Fox-Pitt B O. and Mrs Fox-Pitt

9

10-4

Aidan Coleman J Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T Merribelle Stable Llc S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to fences last season and looked better than ever when making a winning return at Bangor last month, producing a superb display of jumping. Obvious candidate for this race.

TFRHHHHH BHA140

14 DIDERO VALLIS (FR) (35) 0P1P2-6 Br B g Poliglote - Oreade Vallis (FR) O Normans, Ramsay, Tufnell & Bishop B Mr Andre Noel Dutertre

8

10-1

Hugh Nugent (5) J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when striking at Catterick (25f) in February and signed off with good Kelso third in first-time cheekpieces. However, turned in a lacklustre effort at Ascot on return.

TFRHHIII BHA137

15 HOGAN’S HEIGHT (IRE) (28) 5/P60-46 C Br B g Indian River (FR) - Electre du Berlais (FR) O Foxtrot Racing: Hogan’s Height B Bluegate Stud

10 10-0

Gavin Sheehan J Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S

TIMEFORM VIEW Stormed to victory in the Grand Sefton over these fences in 2019 but it’s been slim pickings in 6 outings since.

TFRHHHII BHA135

16 COBOLOBO (FR) (261) P/2125P- D

9

10-0

Robert Dunne J Br Br g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Nanou des Brosses (FR) Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T O Anne, Harriet & Lucinda Bond Wasdell Group S B Mr Michel Lecoq

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved again when making all at Exeter (3m) last season and backed that up with a good second at Ascot. However, struggled in high-end handicaps last 2 starts. Off 8 months. 2lb out of weights. TFRHHIII BHA134

17 CHECKITOUT (IRE) (35) 6110P-2

7

10-0

Jordan Nailor (3) J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved with back-to-back 3m wins at Southwell and Ludlow in the spring. Back to form when runner-up at Ascot on return but more needed from 3lb out of the weights.

TFRHHHII BHA133 (-1)

18 LE BREUIL (FR) (20) 4334P-6

9

10-0

Danny McMenamin J Br Ch g Anzillero (GER) - Slew Dancer Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T O Mrs Emma Palmer Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S B Mr Claude-Yves Pelsy

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart staying chaser who landed NH Chase at Cheltenham Festival in 2019. However, expensive to follow since and struggled at Fontwell on return. 4lb out of weights.

TFRHHIII BHA132

19 HILL SIXTEEN (GB) (34) 1PPP-36

8

10-0

Craig Nichol J Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Chasers Chic Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T O J Fyffe & S Townshend Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Sandy Thomson Racing S B Mrs Audrey Goodwin

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who was back to form when third at Newton Abbot on final outing for Nigel Twiston-Davies.

Shaped as if needing run for new yard at Carlisle but up against it here (4lb out of weights).

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Br B g Salutino (GER) - Akasha (IRE) O Mills & Mason Partnership B Ronald O’Neill

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20 VIA DOLOROSA (FR) (28) 620-314 Br B g Konig Shuffle (GER) - Millie Hurley (FR) O Judith Wilson B Mrs Brigitte Bourez & Mrs Brigitte Pigor

9

10-0

David Noonan J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful jumper at up to 23f in France and shaped as if retaining all that ability when fourth in the Grand Sefton over these fences last month but 6lb out of the weights on this occasion.

TFRHHIII BHA130

21 ABAYA DU MATHAN (FR) (34) 012312 Br B g Al Namix (FR) - Swahilie du Mathan (FR) O Judith Wilson B Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau

9

10-0

Charlie Todd (3) J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser in France but up against it from miles out of the handicap on debut for new connections.

TFRHIIII BHA118

22 EL PASO WOOD (FR) (69) 2-31111 Br B g Anzillero (GER) - Wonder Wood (FR) O Judith Wilson B Mr Jeoffray Pagliaroli

7

10-0

Conor O’Farrell J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser in France but like his stablemate, will be up against it when out of the handicap.

TFRHIIII BHA117 DECLARED RUNNERS 22 2020: VIEUX LION ROUGE (FR) 11 10 7 Conor O’Farrell 12-1 (David Pipe) 14 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 21, 22. Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 15, 16.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 20. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 9, 12, 14, 16.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 16, 22.

Stewards Note: KIMBERLITE CANDY: Following its run on 10/4/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

HOGAN’S HEIGHT: Following its run on 6/11/2021 it was reported that the horse had lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Mac Tottie (GB), 8-1 Snow Leopardess (GB), 11-1 Mighty Thunder (GB), 12-1 Kimberlite Candy (IRE), 16-1 Chris’s Dream (IRE), Vieux Lion Rouge (FR), 18-1 Checkitout (IRE), Le Breuil (FR), 22-1 Lord du Mesnil (FR), Tout Est Permis (FR), Ravenhill (IRE), Achille (FR), Hogan’s Height (IRE), 25-1 Via Dolorosa (FR), 28-1 Top Ville Ben (IRE), Snow Falcon (IRE), 33-1 Didero Vallis (FR), Hill Sixteen (GB), 40-1 Domaine de L’Isle (FR), Cobolobo (FR), 100-1 Abaya du Mathan (FR), El Paso Wood (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

SNOW LEOPARDESS produced a superb display of jumping when making all at Bangor on her return and she looks tailor-made for these fences. Chris’s Dream was still in fourth when unshipping his rider 4 out in the Grand National and another big run could be on the cards given his excellent record first-time out, while Mac Tottie is another who’s high on the shortlist after his win in the Grand Sefton.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SNOW LEOPARDESS 2.CHRIS’S DREAM (IRE) 3.MAC TOTTIE

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SIXTH RACE 3.00 THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE LONDON NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £45000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £17888, 2nd £8942, 3rd £4473, 4th £2237, 5th £1116, 6th £558. (Penalty Value £23413.50) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): P Nicholls (19 wins from 160 runners, 12%) runs HIGHLAND HUNTER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (12 wins from 44 runners, 27%) runs HIGHLAND HUNTER Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2013 & 2016. The stable runs HIGHLAND HUNTER today.

Longest Traveller: DEISE ABA trained by P Hobbs, Minehead, 161 miles.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

HIGHLAND HUNTER (IRE) (259) 23F125-

Br Gr g Subtle Power (IRE) - Loughine Sparkle (IRE) O Mr T. Barr B Mr A. O’Driscoll

age

st-lb

8

11-12

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season in good form over fences, winning at Carlisle (26f) and signing off with a fine run in the Midlands National. More to come and has found should be ready to go on return.

TFRHHHHI BHA145

2

DEISE ABA (IRE) (28) 5/PP1P-2 C

8

Br B g Mahler - Kit Massini (IRE) O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings B Ms Margaret Leahy

11-7

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Two from two at this track (both in the Masters handicap held in February) and arrives on the back of a pleasing second over hurdles on reappearance, so demands plenty of respect.

TFRHHHHH BHA140

3

LARRY (GB) (35) 00/P0-U1 C

8

Br B g Midnight Legend - Gaspaisie (FR) O Galloping On The South Downs Partnership B Cotley Hill Stud

11-5

Jamie Moore J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who has been lightly raced in recent seasons but looked as good as ever when landing a 14-runner event under a patient ride at Ascot 35 days ago. May well feature again.

TFRHHHII BHA138

4 THE MIGHTY DON (IRE) (20) P065-02 BF Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Flying Answer (IRE) O Golden Rose Partnership B Mrs B. D. Byrne

9

11-4

James Davies J Nick Gifford, Findon T Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his best. Stepped up on reappearance when runner-up in 5-runner event at Cheltenham last time but this bigger field will put more pressure on his jumping.

TFRHHHII BHA137

5

CHRISTMAS IN APRIL (FR) (34) 2PP4-12

Br B g Crillon (FR) - Similaresisoldofa (FR) O Swallowfield Racing B B. Grosfils, A. Ouvry & A. J. Belloir

9

11-2

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who capitalised on a reduced mark when back to form at Newton Abbot in the spring.

Good second at Carlisle on reappearance and remains feasibly treated on old form.

TFRHHHII BHA135

6

RED INFANTRY (IRE) (17) P0614-6 C

Br Ch g Indian River (FR) - Red Rover O Mr Rob Little B J. Mernagh

11

10-11

Brian Hughes J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the Grimthorpe at Doncaster last term and not disgraced on either start since, including at Warwick on return. Visor goes back on but others look better handicapped.

TFRHHHII BHA130

7

STRICTLYADANCER (IRE) (14) 4-05111

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Feale Dancer (IRE) O Encore Racing B John Hayes

7

10-10

Jack Tudor (3) J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Patiently-ridden chaser whose form has taken off lately, completing the hat-trick with something to spare at Haydock a fortnight ago. Has more on his plate in a competitive affair.

TFRHHHHI BHA129

8

SALTY BOY (IRE) (20) 6363-31

Br B g Stowaway - Ballons Oscar (IRE) O Premier Plastering (UK) Limited B Edward Kearney

8

10-7

Mitchell Bastyan (3) J David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T Premier Plastering (UK) Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful ex-Irish hurdler/chaser who confirmed himself a thorough stayer when grinding out victory at Fontwell last time. This is a good deal tougher, but he’s relatively unexposed at this sort of trip. TFRHHHII BHA126 54

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SEASTON SPIRIT (GB) (27) 1/11P5-P

Br B g Kayf Tara - Aphrodisias (FR) O Mr Michael Fiddy B Dr G. W. Guy

8

10-6

Sam Twiston-Davies J Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way towards the end of last season and, while he may strip fitter for his reappearance over hurdles at Ffos Las 27 days ago, it would take a leap of faith to think he can land this.

TFRHHIII BHA125

10 ECLAIR DE GUYE (FR) (266) 1/2P12P-

7

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Jouvence de Guye (FR) O E R Wakelin, R W Hayward & J J W Wadham B G.A.E.C. Delorme Gerard & Vincent

10-6

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Texo Scaffolding S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Huntingdon last December but off since pulled up at this course in the spring. Has gone well fresh, so he’s not one to completely dismiss.

TFRHHHII BHA125 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2020: DOING FINE (IRE) 12 10 4 Millie Wonnacott 15-2 (Neil Mulholland) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7, 8, 10.

Stewards Note: THE MIGHTY DON: Following its run on 14/11/2021 it was reported that the horse erred badly at the water jump.

ECLAIR DE GUYE: Following its run on 13/3/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Strictlyadancer (IRE), 11-2 Deise Aba (IRE), 6-1 Highland Hunter (IRE), 7-1 Larry (GB), 15-2 The Mighty Don (IRE), 10-1 Salty Boy (IRE), 11-1 Christmas In April (FR), 12-1 Red Infantry (IRE), 18-1 Eclair de Guye (FR), 28-1 Seaston Spirit (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

DEISE ABA returned with a solid showing over hurdles and has scored on both previous visits to this track, so he gets the marginal vote in an open-looking contest.

The thriving Strictlyadancer deserves plenty of respect bidding for the four-timer and it would be no surprise if Highland Hunter returned with an improved showing.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DEISE ABA (IRE) 2.STRICTLYADANCER (IRE) 3.HIGHLAND HUNTER (IRE)

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EIGHTH RACE 3.15 THE UNIBET - 2021 HORSERACE BETTING OPERATOR OF THE YEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £11925, 2nd £5961, 3rd £2982, 4th £1491, 5th £744, 6th £372. (Penalty Value £15609) Weights raised 9lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): D Skelton (22 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs MIDNIGHT RIVER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs MIDNIGHT RIVER Fancy That: D Skelton won this race in 2013 and 2015. The stable runs MIDNIGHT RIVER today.

Longest Traveller: AURORA THUNDER trained by L Russell, Kinross, 243 miles.

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st-lb

BALLYANDY (GB) (20) 3330-00 D

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11-12

Br B g Kayf Tara - Megalex O Options O Syndicate B Pleasure Palace Racing

Finn Lambert (10) J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Options Energy Services Ltd, Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has several good efforts to his name in strong handicaps but his 2 runs this season have been disappointing. Remains to be seen if a step back up in trip improves matters.

TFRHHIII BHA140

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ELVIS MAIL (FR) (26) 1422F-5

Br Gr g Great Pretender (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR) O The Ladies Who B Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois

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11-10

Conor O’Farrell J N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler/chaser. Might have needed the run when a bit below par on his chase reappearance (made a couple of mistakes). Now back over the smaller obstacles.

TFRHHHII BHA138

3

MIDNIGHT RIVER (GB) (26) 2141F-F D BF

6

11-10

Bridget Andrews J Br Ch g Midnight Legend - Well Connected Dan Skelton, Alcester T O Mr Frank McAleavy Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S B Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 3-time novice hurdle winer last term. Jumping fell apart after early error on his Carlisle chase debut/return, behind when eventually coming down 3 out. Retains potential back hurdling.

TFRHHHHI BHA138

4 CARYS’ COMMODITY (GB) (37) 1/4114-F D Br B g Fame And Glory - Native Sunrise (IRE) O Mrs Fitri Hay B Little Lodge Farm & Mr & Mrs TWR Chugg

6

11-8

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T JMH Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed into a useful hurdler last season. Yet to be asked for his effort and looked the winner when falling last in Stratford handicap on chase debut/reappearance. Respected back hurdling.

TFRHHHII BHA136

5

ALBERT’S BACK (GB) (34) 25/11F-6

Br B g Champs Elysees - Neath O Golden Ratio & J Blackburn B Amelia Field

7

11-6

Gavin Sheehan J Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T Sheridan Fabrications Ltd, Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Decisive winner of handicap hurdles at Wetherby and Haydock at a similar time last year. Fell early back at Wetherby in February and not seen again until well held at Carlisle in October.

TFRHHIII BHA134

6

KATESON (GB) (28) 01305-0 CD

8

11-6

Nick Scholfield J Br Gr g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Silver Kate (IRE) Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T O DMRichardsRobertsChurchwardW-Williams Planned Office Interiors Ltd S B D. M. Richards

TIMEFORM VIEW Back down to the same mark as when winning this race for Tom Lacey 12 months ago. Ran poorly over fences on his return for a new yard last month but he may fare better back over smaller obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA134

7

STRAW FAN JACK (GB) (20) 2126-20 C D

Br Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Callerlilly O Mr Graham Wilson B Whitegate Stud

6

11-5

Aidan Coleman J Sheila Lewis, Brecon T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who was a very good second on his 2m Cheltenham reappearance in October but not in the same form in the Greatwood back there 3 weeks later. Steps back up in trip now.

TFRHHIII BHA133

8

MARTINHAL (IRE) (260) 1/44110-

Br B g Westerner - Gweedara (IRE) O Mrs Lynne Maclennan B Mrs A. Young

6

11-4

Tom Scudamore J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won maiden/novice hurdles on heavy at Exeter last winter. Bombed out in Martin Pipe at Cheltenham on final start but he returns as an unexposed sort for a good yard.

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STORM NELSON (IRE) (245) 1/P3/111- D

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11-0

Henry Brooke J Br B g Gold Well - Dabiyra (IRE) Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T O Mr J. Fyffe J. F. Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Sandy Thomson Racing S B Mrs Lois Eadie

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when racking up a quick hat-trick in handicap hurdles for new yard in the spring.

Runs off further 11lb higher on this reappearance but it would be no surprise if he has more to offer. TFRHHHHI BHA128

10 TAMAR BRIDGE (IRE) (35) 131-1 D Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Mise En Place O McNeill Family and Prodec Networks Ltd B Mr D. Pratt

6

11-0

A. P. Heskin J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has looked useful when taking novice hurdles at Ayr and Wetherby 8 months apart.

Doesn’t look overburdened from opening mark of 128 with further progress very much on cards. TFRHHHHI BHA128

11 WINNINGSEVERYTHING (IRE) (41) 11/F0-44 D 7 Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Baliya (IRE) O Jago and Allhusen B Shane McCarthy

11-0

Jonathan Burke J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced since scoring twice in 2019 but his 2 handicap fourths this season have been creditable.

Will need a bit more if he’s to take this but low-mileage profile provides hope. Tongue tie on.

TFRHHHHI BHA128

12 HIGHWAY ONE O TWO (IRE) (15) 602-055 6

10-13

Daryl Jacob J Br B or Br g Shirocco (GER) - Supreme Dreamer (IRE) Chris Gordon, Winchester T O Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S B Stephen O’Flynn

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Grade 2 at Kempton as a novice. Bit of a mixed record since, failing to build on his run in an Ascot Listed handicap when well-held fifth back there 20 days later. First run beyond 2m.

TFRHHIII BHA127

13 POUNDING POET (IRE) (41) 6041-12 D BF Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Pestal And Mortar (IRE) O Mrs T. P. James B Mr David McHugh

5

10-11

Robert Dunne J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Upwardly mobile in handicap hurdles, cosily scoring at Southwell/Warwick in the spring. Made a solid return when second over C&D in October and he’s high on the shorltist under Robbie Dunne.

TFRHHHHH BHA125

14 CANFORD LIGHT (IRE) (59) 211

Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Way of Light (IRE) O Mrs Janet Davies B Edgeridge Ltd

4

10-7

Isabel Williams (5) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Prysg Cyf S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made bright start over hurdles in Ireland, including 6-length win in 2m Kilbeggan maiden in July. Didn’t need to match that to land small-field Ludlow novice on yard debut and this mark demands more. TFRHHIII BHA121

15 AURORA THUNDER (GB) (35) 632-342 D

7

10-5

Derek Fox J Br B m Malinas (GER) - Ninna Nanna (FR) Lucinda Russell, Kinross T O Allson Sparkle Ltd Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale S B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on her last 3 starts in handicap hurdles, the latest at Musselburgh (3m) last month, but she may struggle to extend that run to 4 in this deeper affair.

TFRHHIII BHA119 DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2020: KATESON 7 11 1 Tom Scudamore 5-1 (Tom Lacey) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Tamar Bridge (IRE), 8-1 Pounding Poet (IRE), 9-1 Midnight River (GB), 10-1 Storm Nelson (IRE), 12-1 Kateson (GB), 14-1 Carys’ Commodity (GB), Martinhal (IRE), Winningseverything (IRE), 20-1 Straw Fan Jack (GB), Highway One O Two (IRE), 25-1 Elvis Mail (FR), Albert’s Back (GB), 28-1 Canford Light (IRE), 33-1 Ballyandy (GB), 40-1 Aurora Thunder (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Tom Lacey sent out Kateson to land this in 2020 and might be able to stage a repeat courtesy of POUNDING POET, who lost his unbeaten record in handicaps on his C&D return but still shaped well in second so can improve again and strike under Robbie Dunne. Olly Murphy is another trainer who has tasted recent success in this and his Tamar Bridge heads the many dangers along with Storm Nelson.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.POUNDING POET (IRE) 2.TAMAR BRIDGE (IRE) 3.STORM NELSON (IRE)

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Owners Prize Money. 1st £21790, 2nd £8945, 3rd £4475, 4th £2235, 5th £1120, 6th £560.

(Penalty Value £28475)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (16-21): G L Moore (19 wins from 156 runners, 12%) runs HUDSON DE GRUGY & NATURAL HISTORY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (12 wins from 44 runners, 27%) runs SAMARRIVE Longest Traveller: NAVAJO PASS trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 178 miles.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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1

horse

NAVAJO PASS (GB) (287) 4/50113- D

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Navajo Charm O Mr T. G. Leslie B Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop

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st-lb

5

11-12

Brian Hughes J Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed again last term, landing Musselburgh handicap and Haydock Grade 2. However, underperformed at Wincanton when last seen (wind op since) and further progress is needed off this mark.

TFRHHIII BHA149

2

ELEGANT ESCAPE (IRE) (631) 6/236P0/- C

Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Graineuaile (IRE) O Mr J. P. Romans B Jay Leahy

9

11-9

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart staying chaser, winner of the 2018 Welsh National. Returns to this sphere on a potentially handy mark, but can only be watched back at this trip following a 21-month absence.

TFRHIIII BHA146

3

METIER (IRE) (263) 1110- CD

Br B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - We’ll Go Walking (IRE) O Mr G. C. Stevens B Knockainey Stud

5

11-7

Sam Twiston-Davies J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked good when winning first 3 starts over timber, including the C&D Tolworth Hurdle. Flopped at the Cheltenham Festival in March, though, and mark for handicap debut in this sphere looks tough.

TFRHHHII BHA144

4 BENSON (GB) (21) 0/1114-5 CD Br B g Beat Hollow - Karla June O Pump & Plant Services Ltd B Netherfield House Stud

6

10-12

Lee Edwards J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T Pump & Plant Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of first 3 starts last term, including the 2020 renewal of this race off 8lb lower. Didn’t shape badly following a wind op on return at Cheltenham (21f) and this drop back in trip will help.

TFRHHHII BHA135

5

HUDSON DE GRUGY (FR) (27) 12113-1 CD

Br B g Falco (USA) - Queen de Grugy (FR) O Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie et al

4

10-11

Jamie Moore J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French bumper winner who made it 3 wins from 4 starts over this C&D when landing a 6-runner handicap on return last month. Now 4lb higher in a stronger race, but merits respect all the same.

TFRHHHII BHA134

6

MISS HERITAGE (IRE) (35) 2122P-6 D

Br B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Haretha (IRE) O Miss Heritage Partnership B Desert Star Phoenix Jvc

7

10-9

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Texo Scaffolding S

TIMEFORM VIEW Most consistent and genuine mare who was runner-up in the C&D Imperial Cup off a 1lb higher mark in March. By no means disgraced on return at Ascot, but this demands a clear career-best.

TFRHHIII BHA132

7

SAMARRIVE (FR) (42) 11-0 D BF

Br B g Coastal Path - Sambirane (FR) O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B Mme Chantale Chenu & Mlle Claire Chenu

4

10-7

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole start in France and created a good impression when landing a Kempton novice on British debut in April. Failed to a blow on Cheltenham reappearance, but he remains with potential.

TFRHHHHI BHA130

8

ZAMBEZI FIX (FR) (27) 3U222-F D

Br Gr g Zambezi Sun - Lady Fix (FR) O Mr Gethyn Mills & Mr B. J. Llewellyn B Mr Olivier Tricot & Mr Max Hennau

6

10-3

Tom O’Brien J Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T Shadow Scaffolding Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-Irish hurdler who was runner-up on each of his 3 completed starts over fences last term.

Going well when falling 3 out on Ffos Las return, but improvement needed back in this sphere.

TFRHHIII BHA126 60

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9

ELHAM VALLEY (FR) (35) 14333-0 CD

4

Br Gr g Tin Horse (IRE) - Dame du Floc (IRE) O Caveat Emptor Partnership B Mme Sarah Lhermite

10-1

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T bresbet ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got the better of Hudson de Grugy in a C&D juvenile event on this card last year, and fine third in Fred Winter at Cheltenham in March. Should come on for Ascot reappearance and he’s a player..

TFRHHHHH BHA124

10 THIBAULT (GB) (14) 245-232 D

8

10-0

Br B g Kayf Tara - Seemarye O Farm Fencing Limited B The Glanvilles Stud

Jack Tudor (3) J Adam West, Epsom T Farm fencing limited S

11 NATURAL HISTORY (GB) (20) 22162-P D BF

6

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived for new yard last term, landing 2 handicap hurdles and a jumpers bumper. Has continued in good form this time round, second in a decent Haydock handicap latest, but this is more demanding.

TFRHHIII BHA123

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Film Script O Hail Sargent Evans B The Queen

10-0

Niall Houlihan (5) J Gary Moore, Horsham T Oberon Investments Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to something like his smart Flat form when hacking up in a Plumpton handicap hurdle in March. Has proved rather disappointing since, though, and Hudson de Grugy appears to be the stable No 1.

TFRHHIII BHA122

12 HEURE DE GLOIRE (FR) (256) 12-

Br B f Kapgarde (FR) - Lounoas (FR) O Mrs J P E Cunningham & Mr G M Cunningham B Mr Patrick Joubert et al

4

10-0

Philip Armson (7) J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in a mares’ hurdle on sole start in France, and found just one too good in a Huntingdon juvenile (15.8f) for new yard in March (wind op since). Opening mark looks fair and she’s unexposed.

TFRHHIII BHA120 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2020: BENSON 5 10 6 Gavin Sheehan 9-2 (Dr Richard Newland) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 9, 10.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1, 12.

Stewards Note: METIER: Following its run on 16/3/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

NATURAL HISTORY: Following its run on 14/11/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Hudson de Grugy (FR), 5-1 Metier (IRE), 13-2 Samarrive (FR), 7-1 Benson (GB), 12-1 Elham Valley (FR), 14-1 Thibault (GB), 16-1 Zambezi Fix (FR), Heure de Gloire (FR), 18-1 Miss Heritage (IRE), 20-1 Natural History (GB), 25-1 Navajo Pass (GB), 40-1 Elegant Escape (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ELHAM VALLEY has the distinction of being the only horse to have inflicted defeat on Hudson de Grugy at Sandown, and he looks capable of winning a race of this nature judged on his fine effort at the Cheltenham Festival in March. Hudson de Grugy has clearly improved since finishing second to the selection here 12 months ago and is feared, but the unexposed Samarrive looks a bigger threat.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ELHAM VALLEY (FR) 2.SAMARRIVE (FR) 3.HUDSON DE GRUGY (FR)

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.05 - THE ANDY STEWART - SANDOWN PARK’S GREAT FRIEND ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7804 to the winning horse The second to receive £3588, the third £1794, the fourth £897, the fifth £448 and the sixth £223. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than three hurdle races. Enter by noon, November 29th and pay £65 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

December 2nd. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. 19 entries at £65. - Closed November 29th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5963; Second £2981; Third £1491; Fourth £746; Fifth £372; Sixth £186. (Penalty Value £7804.50) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.40 - THE RACING IS EVERYONE’S SPORT MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8169 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1881, the fourth £942, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BETFAIR has generously sponsored this race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Three Furlongs (2m 2f 191yds) at Haydock Park on 16th April, 2022. 20 entries at £75. - Closed November 29th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6260; Second £3131; Third £1565; Fourth £783; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £8169) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.15 - THE BETFAIR MY ODDS BOOST NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5772 to the winning horse The second to receive £2659, the third £1329, the fourth £665, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. BETFAIR has generously sponsored this race. 20 entries, 1 at £10 and 19 at £50. - Closed November 29th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4423; Second £2212; Third £1106; Fourth £553; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £5772.76) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.50 - THE CLOSE BROTHERS HENRY VIII NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £42712 to the winning horse The second to receive £16027, the third £8025, the fourth £3997, the fifth £2010 and the sixth £1005. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, November 29th and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. CLOSE BROTHERS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. 12 entries at £300. - Closed November 29th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £32685; Second £13418; Third £6713; Fourth £3353; Fifth £1680; Sixth £840. (Penalty Value £42712.50) A SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.25 - THE BETFAIR TINGLE CREEK STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £85425 to the winning horse The second to receive £32055, the third £16050, the fourth £7995 and the fifth £4020. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, November 16th and pay £150 stake, Confirm by noon, November 29th and pay £350, Supplementary Entry by noon, November 29th and pay £5000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. BETFAIR has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETFAIR. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE Runners will be paraded in the order requested by the Managing Executive on the day. 14 entries, 6 at £150, 8 at £500. - Closed November 16th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £65370; Second £26835; Third £13425; Fourth £6705; Fifth £3360.

(Penalty Value £85425) A SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.00 - THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE LONDON NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23413 to the winning horse The second to receive £10764, the third £5382, the fourth £2691, the fifth £1345 and the sixth £670. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £225 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £45 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £180 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 6lb. BETFAIR has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner.

All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETFAIR. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, 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 22 entries, 3 at £45 and 19 at £225. - Closed November 29th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £17888; Second £8942; Third £4473; Fourth £2237; Fifth £1116; Sixth £558. (Penalty Value £23413.50) Weights raised 2lb & paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 54 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.35 - THE BETFAIR DAILY REWARDS DECEMBER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28475 to the winning horse The second to receive £10685, the third £5350, the fourth £2665, the fifth £1340 and the sixth £670. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150. £250 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 2nd. Penalties, after November 27th, 2021, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb. Betfair has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfair. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice 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 20 entries, 1 at £50 and 19 at £250. Closed November 29th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £21790; Second £8945; Third £4475; Fourth £2235; Fifth £1120; Sixth £560. (Penalty Value £28475) SEE PAGE 60 FOR THIS RACE.

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