Sandown Racecard - Saturday 5th February

THE JOCKEY CLUB WELCOMES YOU

Welcome to Sandown Park today for Virgin Bet Contenders Day, a terrific day of racing featuring seven high-class races.

We give thanks to Virgin Bet for their support of today's card, which includes the feature Grade One Virgin Bet Scilly Isles Novices' Chase.

This two-and-a-half mile race over the bigger obstacles has been won in the past by some wonderful horses, including three-time Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Best Mate, three-time Betfair Chase winner Bristol De Mai and Tingle Creek winner Defi Du Seuil. We look forward to seeing who will add their name to the roll of honour this afternoon.

Much like the Scilly Isles, the Listed Virgin Bet Contenders Hurdle is a race that can throw up clues for the big spring festivals at Cheltenham and Aintree and although small, today's field looks highly competitive. The Grade Three Virgin Bet Heroes Handicap Hurdle looks like a fascinating puzzle to solve, with some upwardly mobile horses taking on more experienced rivals.

The first four finishers in our opening race, the Virgin Bet Novices' Hurdle, could well return to Sandown Park at the end of the season, as they will become eligible for the bet365 Novices' Championship Hurdle Series Final on Saturday 23rd April.

We will be showing both International Rugby games from the opening weekend of the Six Nations Championship in the Surrey Hall. Our Diamond Edge bar will remain open after racing for the duration of the Scotland vs England match (last orders 18:15) and some light bite food options will be available.

Please consider wearing a face covering in indoor and enclosed spaces where social distancing is not possible. QR codes remain located around the racecourse to enable you to check in using the NHS COVID-19 app, 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

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RACEDAY OFFICIALS

Race Conditions can be found on page 46

Chairman Nick Mustoe Directors of the Racecourse Committee Vikki Dunn Brian Finch Charles Hemphill Sarah Henderson Guy Henriques 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 Gareth Richardson Owners and Trainers Liaison Manager Petra Gough Commentator Ian Bartlett Betting Ring Manager Andrew Boardley

Stewards Tony McGlone (Chief Steward) Adam Barker (Stewards Panel Chair) Chris Hill Gordan Markham Kelly O’Boyle Cody Watkins Starters William Jordan Sophia Upton Judge Nick Bostock Clerk Of The Scales Paul Champion Veterinary Officer Lucinda Tyler 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 Darren Stone Stuart Shilston Georgina Crabb Carol Broodbank

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TODAY’S RACING FIRST RACE

12:40pm The Virgin Bet Novices’ Hurdle (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB Race) - 1m 7f 216y

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SECOND RACE 1:15pm

The Virgin Bet Handicap Chase (Listed Race) (GBB Race) - 1m 7f 119y

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THIRD RACE 1:50pm

The Virgin Bet Contenders Hurdle (Listed Race) (GBB Race) - 1m 7f 216y

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FOURTH RACE

2:20pm The Virgin Bet Scilly Isles Novices’ Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race) - 2m 4f 10y

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FIFTH RACE 2:55pm

The Virgin Bet Heroes Handicap Hurdle (Grade 3) (GBB Race) - 2m 7f 98y

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SIXTH RACE

3:30pm The Virgin Bet Masters Handicap Chase (GBB Race) - 3m 37y

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SEVENTH RACE

4:05pm The Virgin Bet Novices’ Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race) 2m 3f 173y

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DON’T FORGET OUR NEXT MEETING

Don’t forget our next meeting - Thursday 17th February ROYAL ARTILLERY GOLD CUP DAY Celebrating the bravery and dedication of the British Armed Forces with the historic, and unique Royal Artillery Gold Cup Day. The feature race, the Royal Artillery Gold Cup, is one of Sandown Park’s oldest races having been first run at Sandown Park in 1878.

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CUSTOMER CODE OF CONDUCT As part of our joint commitment to each other and the communities in which we operate, all racegoers should be aware of the Code of Conduct and observe the following whilst at our Racecourse: • For the safety of other racegoers and racecourse staff, please consider wearing a face covering in busy indoor areas or outside where social distancing cannot be maintained.

• 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.

• Regularly wash your hands, use hand sanitiser and avoid touching your face and dispose of any used tissues appropriately.

• 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.

• Enjoy the vast amounts of space around the racecourse and avoid congregating in busy areas (for example, along the rail or by the Winning Post).

• Make sure all walkways, corridors and doorways etc are clear before you walk through.

• Follow all signage and the instructions of staff, officials or any emergency service personnel present at the racecourse.

• Make sure other members of your group have read and understood these guidelines.

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

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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.

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1. FORM

EXPERT VIEW

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

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

Look out for Letters: C = Has won at this course D = Has won over this distance CD = Has won over this distance at this course BF = Was a beaten favourite

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

3. Timeform view and TFR rating 4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM

5. JOCKEY

- = New racing season / = Missed racing season P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race F = Horse fell U = Rider unseated R = Horse refused to race CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse B = Horse was brought down S = Horse slipped r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race d = Disqualified Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

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

OTHER USEFUL DETAILS 6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey 7. Saddlecloth number 8. Horse’s name 9. Days since the horse last run 10. Horse’s age 11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs) 12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam) 13. Horse’s owner 14. Horse’s breeder 15. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

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— ‘To win’ is for your horse to come first.

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MUSSELBURGH Race 1 12.57

Race 4 2.40

2m 4f 68y

1 Kiltealy Briggs (IRE) Jamie Snowden Form: 213,

11-6

A. P. Heskin TFR: HHHII

2 Pay The Piper (IRE)

11-6

Ann Hamilton Danny McMenamin Form: 312, TFR: HHHHH

3 Roi de Dubai (IRE) John McConnell Form: 123,

11-6

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHII

4 Friend Or Foe (FR) Paul Nicholls Form: 4-13,

Race 2 1.29

11-3

Lorcan Williams TFR: HHHHI

2m 7f 180y

1 Bardenstown Lad (GB)

11-8

2 Lyrical Genius (IRE)

11-5

John McConnell Form: 131,

Brian Hayes TFR: HHHHH

Charlie Longsdon Form: 115,

Brian Hughes TFR: HHHII

3 Where It All Began (IRE) 11-5 Gordon Elliott Form: 221,

A. P. Heskin TFR: HHHHI

Race 3 2.05

2m 6f

1 Calipso Collonges (FR) 11-12 Olly Murphy Form: 4-13,

Lewis Stones (6) TFR: HHHHI

2 Glen Forsa (IRE) Charlie Longsdon Form: 4P4,

3 Cool Mix (GB) Iain Jardine Form: 343,

11-12 Lorcan Williams TFR: HHHHI

11-9 Alan Doyle (3) TFR: HHHHH

4 Psychedelic Rock (GB) 11-8 Ian Williams Form: 0PP,

5 Valadom (FR) Richard Hobson Form: 2-35,

Charlie Todd (3) TFR: HHHII

11-7 Lilly Pinchin (3) TFR: HHHII

6 Broken Quest (IRE) David Dennis Form: 232,

11-4

Jack Andrews TFR: HHHII

7 Brotherly Company (IRE) 11-0 Sandy Thomson Edward Austin (3) Form: 135, TFR: HHHII

8 Boy’s On Tour (IRE)

10-0

Lucinda Russell Patrick Wadge (10) Form: 345, TFR: HIIII

1m 7f 124y

1 Highly Prized (GB)

11-12

2 Wild Max (GER)

11-10

Emma Lavelle Form: P5-2,

Paul Nicholls Form: P-0P,

Ben Jones TFR: HHHII

Angus Cheleda (5) TFR: HHHHI

3 Anna Bunina (FR) John McConnell Form: 2-54,

11-6

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHII

4 Pearl of The West (IRE) John McConnell Form: 0/-00,

5 Diocletian (IRE) N. W. Alexander Form: 516-,

10-11

Danny McMenamin TFR: HHHII

6 Fiveandtwenty (GB) Donald McCain Form: 0-04,

11-4

Brian Hayes TFR: HHHII

10-11

Brian Hughes TFR: HHHHH

7 Glory And Honour (IRE) 10-10 Tom Lacey Form: 2F5,

Stan Sheppard TFR: HHHII

8 Socialist Agenda (GB) L J Morgan Form: 241,

10-5

Adam Wedge TFR: HHHHI

Race 5 3.10

1m 7f 124y

1 Wor Verge (GB) Susan Corbett Form: 110,

11-12

Nathan Moscrop TFR: HHHII

2 Chuvelo (IRE)

11-11

Donald McCain Form: 156,

3 El Jefe (IRE)

Brian Hughes TFR: HHHII

11-7

Andrew Hamilton Form: 525,

William Shanahan (7) TFR: HHHII

4 Blooriedotcom (IRE)

11-5

5 Gemologist (IRE)

11-0

Lucinda Russell Form: P-54,

Stephen Mulqueen TFR: HHHII

Lucinda Russell Form: 32U,

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHII

6 Get With It (IRE)

10-13

Rose Dobbin Form: 4F0-,

Craig Nichol TFR: HHHII

7 Saryshagann (FR) Sandy Thomson Form: 000,

8 Sarvi (GB)

10-11 Ryan Mania TFR: HHHHI

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Jim Goldie Form: 550,

Harry Reed TFR: HHHII

9 Jack Yeats (IRE) Stuart Coltherd Form: 666,

Sam Coltherd TFR: HHHII

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11 Smart Lass (IRE)

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Iain Jardine Form: 033,

12 Saltmarket (GB) Linda Perratt Form: PFP,

Callum Bewley TFR: HHHII Alan Doyle (7) TFR: HHHHH

3m 7f 108y

1 Highland Hunter (IRE)

11-12

2 Mighty Thunder (GB)

11-11

Paul Nicholls Form: 5-12,

Lucinda Russell Form: 1-4P,

Lorcan Williams TFR: HHHHI

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHHI

3 Step Back (IRE)

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4 Robin des Foret (IRE)

11-1

5 The Wolf (FR)

11-0

Mark Bradstock Miss Lily Bradstock (7) Form: 16-0, TFR: HHHII John McConnell Mr Ben Harvey (7) Form: 03P, TFR: HHIII Olly Murphy Form: 2-42,

A. P. Heskin TFR: HHHHI

6 Captain Cattistock (GB) 10-1 Fergal O’Brien Form: 25P,

Liam Harrison (3) TFR: HHHHH

7 Coup de Pinceau (FR) Harriet Brown Form: 065,

Race 7 4.19

10-0

Non Runner TFR: IIIII

3m 2f 139y

1 Myth Buster (IRE)

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2 Soldier of Love (GB)

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3 Black Anthem (IRE)

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Mrs Sara V. Bradstock Form: 5P2,

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10 My Macho Man (IRE) Maurice Barnes Form: 255,

Race 6 3.45

Paul Nicholls Form: PP-U,

J. A. Swinbank Form: 254,

Miss Lily Bradstock (7) TFR: HHHHI

Mr William Biddick TFR: HHHHH

Miss Pippa Brown (7) TFR: HHIII

4 Wonderoftheworld (IRE) 11-12

10-0

Danny McMenamin TFR: HIIII

Miss H. M. McMahon Form: P3P,

Mr Jamie Gambin (7) TFR: HHIII

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WETHERBY Race 1 12.50

Race 4 2.30

2m 3f 154y

1 Dancing With Deco (IRE) 11-5 Alastair Ralph Form: 221,

Jonathan Burke TFR: HHHHI

2 Our Jet (IRE)

11-5

Dan Skelton Form: 241,

Harry Skelton TFR: HHHHH

3 Rafferty’s Return (GB) Rebecca Menzies Form: 54-1,

11-5

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHHI

4 Beat The Edge (IRE)

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5 Cockney Beau (FR)

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6 Silver And Gold (GB)

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Tim Easterby Form: P25,

Tom Midgley (5) TFR: HHIII

Micky Hammond Form: 044-,

Miss Becky Smith (3) TFR: HHIII

Warren Greatrex Form: 5-0,

Henry Brooke TFR: HHIII

Race 2 1.22

2m 3f 85y

1 Paint The Dream (GB) Fergal O’Brien Form: 104,

11-12

Connor Brace TFR: HHHHI

2 Schiehallion Munro (GB) 11-5 Micky Hammond Form: 6-F1,

Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHHHH

3 No Getaway (IRE) Dan Skelton Form: 15-P,

10-9 Harry Skelton TFR: HHHII

4 Barton Knoll (GB) John Mackie Form: 0P1,

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Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHII

Race 3 1.58

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1 Amber Gold (GB) Mark Walford Form: 4,

10-12 Henry Brooke TFR: HHIII

2 Darsi’s Darling (IRE) Sue Smith Form: 30,

10-12

Thomas Willmott (5) TFR: HHIII

3 Lively Livvy (GB) Mark Walford Form: 600,

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Tom Midgley (5) TFR: HHIII

4 Minelladestination (IRE)10-12 Donald McCain Form:

Theo Gillard (3) TFR: HHHHI

5 Miss Lamb (GB) Jedd O’Keeffe Form: 123-,

10-12 Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHHHH

6 Prime Time Lady (GB)

10-12

7 Sumelia (GB)

10-12

Mel Rowley Form: 302,

Alex Edwards (3) TFR: HHHHI

Michael Scudamore Form: 0//6-,

Richard Patrick TFR: HHHII

3m 45y

1 Ahoy Senor (IRE)

11-5

Lucinda Russell Form: U12,

Derek Fox TFR: HHHHH

2 Ashtown Lad (IRE)

11-0

3 Noble Yeats (IRE)

11-0

Dan Skelton Form: 142,

Harry Skelton TFR: HHHII

Emmet Mullins Form: 60P,

4 Saint Palais (FR) Richard Bandey Form: 111,

Race 5 3.00

Alain Cawley TFR: HHIII

10-8 Harry Bannister TFR: HHHHI

2m 3f 154y

1 No Risk des Flos (FR)

11-12

2 Breakeven (IRE)

11-11

Olly Murphy Form: 5-01,

Harry Skelton TFR: HHHHI

Paul Collins Form: 014,

Thomas Dowson TFR: HHHII

3 Foster’sisland (GB)

11-8

4 Thereisnodoubt (IRE)

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5 Jack Sharp (IRE)

11-0

Micky Hammond Form: 110,

Emma Smith-Chaston (7) TFR: HHHHI

Lucinda Russell Form: U00,

Derek Fox TFR: HHIII

Alastair Ralph Form: 2-12,

Jonathan Burke TFR: HHHHH

6 Perfect Man (IRE) Micky Hammond Form: 066,

10-6 Alain Cawley TFR: HHIII

7 Near Kettering (GB) Sam England Form: 060,

10-1

Jonathan England TFR: HHIII

Race 6 3.38

3m 45y

1 Law of Gold (IRE)

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2 Dubai Quest (IRE)

12-2

David Kemp Form: 1-11,

T. Ellis Form: 11-1,

Mr Dale Peters (3) TFR: HHHHI

Miss Gina Andrews TFR: HHHHH

3 Global Racing (IRE)

11-12

4 Igor (GB)

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J. M. B. Cookson Miss Natasha Cookson (7) Form: 31-2, TFR: HHIII Robert Waley-Cohen Form: 3-15,

5 Le Breuil (FR) Ben Pauling Form: 6P3,

Mr Sam Waley-Cohen TFR: HHHII

11-12 Mr Peter Mason (5) TFR: HHHHI

Race 7 4.10

2m

1 Chapel Green (IRE)

11-5

2 Don Hollow (GER)

11-5

Lucinda Russell Form:

Derek Fox TFR: HHHII

Dan Skelton Form:

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Harry Skelton TFR: HHHHI

11-5

Olly Murphy Form: 3,

David England TFR: HHHHI

4 Parelliroc (GB)

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5 Rathmacknee (IRE)

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6 Royal Mogul (IRE)

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Sue Smith Form: 0,

Thomas Willmott (5) TFR: HIIII

Nicky Henderson Nathan Brennan (7) Form: P-1, TFR: HHHHH Fergal O’Brien Form: 3-06,

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHII

7 Tarquin Stardust (FR) Ewan Whillans Form:

8 Noble Affair (IRE) Jane Walton Form:

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Henry Brooke TFR: HHIII

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Conor O’Farrell TFR: HHIII

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1m 7f 216y

FIRST RACE 12.40 THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4590, 2nd £2296, 3rd £1147, 4th £574.

(Penalty Value £5990.60)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (36 wins from 153 runners, 24%) runs BALKEO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (8 wins from 29 runners, 28%) runs BALKEO Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2018 and 2020. The stable runs BALKEO today.

Longest Traveller: ALGHAZAAL trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 151 miles.

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Br B g Desir d’Un Soir (FR) - Sourya d’Airy (FR) O Tim Syder & Dominic Burke B Mr Georges Lacombe

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who proved different proposition with sights lowered when making a successful start for Alan King in a Fakenham maiden in October. Not in same form at Plumpton 9 weeks later, though. TFRHHHII BHA115

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Br Ch g Teofilo (IRE) - Tanfidh O Mr Bill Bailey B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

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Sam Twiston-Davies J Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T Merribelle Stable Llc S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat for Michael Bell and signs of ability both starts over hurdles but is probably more one for handicaps in due course.

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Br B g Champs Elysees - Sojitzen (FR) O Mrs Nicola Bulgin B Abbeville Stud Partnership

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Jordan Nailor (3) J Toby Bulgin, Thetford T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who was below that level on his 1st attempt over hurdles at Musselburgh in October.

Placed on his Flat debut subsequently and open to improvement now back hurdling for new stable. TFRHHHII BHA-

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Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

Br B g Galiway - Hukba (IRE) O Mrs J Donnelly B Mlle Nathalie Blouin

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles when runner-up last 2 starts at Auteuil, latest in May. Has since transferred to Nicky Henderson and had a breathing operation, so requires close market scrutiny. TFRHHHHI BHA-

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CARD DEALER (IRE) (17) 3-3305

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Tom Cannon J Br Ch g Aizavoski (IRE) - Oscar Invitation (IRE) Chris Gordon, Winchester T O Mr D. S. Dennis Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S B Thomas Fleming

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and showed ability under a considerate ride when fifth at Newbury (16.3f) on recent hurdles debut. Should improve but this is a tough ask.

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Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Princess Roseburg (USA) O Mr Steven Packham B S.C.E.A. Haras de Manneville

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive bumper winner who has shown plenty both starts over hurdles despite pulling hard, latest when fourth to Constitution Hill in Grade 1 Tolworth over C&D. Remains a smart prospect.

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Br B g Make Believe - Panglossian (IRE) O Mr Hugh J. F. Lang B Albert Conneally & Make Believe Synd.

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Sean Houlihan J Pat Phelan, Epsom T Ede’s (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on the Flat in Ireland but ran to only a modest level on C&D hurdling debut prior to pulling up at Kempton. Hooded for 1st time and easily passed over.

TFRHIIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 7 2021:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Shallwehaveonemore (FR), 7-2 Balkeo (FR), 7-1 Arthur’s Seat (IRE), 15-2 Grandeur d’Ame (FR), 22-1 Card Dealer (IRE), 25-1 Alghazaal (GB), 150-1 Optimistic Belief (IRE)

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SHALLWEHAVEONEMORE, an impressive winner of a Kempton bumper on his debut in March, has shown plenty of ability on both his starts over hurdles despite pulling hard, and this looks an excellent opportunity back under less testing conditions for him to get off the mark for the season. Balkeo is an interesting recruit for Nicky Henderson who requires close market attention.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHALLWEHAVEONEMORE (FR) 2.BALKEO (FR) 3.ARTHUR’S SEAT (IRE)

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SECOND RACE 1.15 THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for five 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)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): P Nicholls (20 wins from 161 runners, 12%) runs DOLOS & TAMAROC DU MATHAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 42 runners, 26%) runs HATCHER Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2019 and 2020. The stable runs DOLOS and TAMAROC DU MATHAN today.

Longest Traveller: MOONLIGHTER trained by N Williams, South Molton, 174 miles.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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horse

HATCHER (IRE) (85) 116366 D

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - African Keys (IRE) O Mr P. H. Betts B Brian Griffin

age

st-lb

9

11-12

Bridget Andrews J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Hatcher Components Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser who won a pair of handicap chases in the summer. Good third at Cheltenham on October before stiff task back hurdling at Wincanton. Excuses next time so not taken lightly.

TFRHHHII BHA147

2

TAMAROC DU MATHAN (FR) (104) 0/121U-P D 7

Br B g Poliglote - Thisbee du Mathan (FR) O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau

11-11

Sean Bowen J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and even better form over fences, doubling tally when taking Gr. 2 Pendil novices’ chase at Kempton a year ago. Disappointed both starts since, including on return, but this easier.

TFRHHHII BHA146

3

DOLOS (FR) (49) 260-000 CD

9

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Redowa (FR) O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B P. De Maleissye Melun

11-8

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser at his best but form tailed off towards the end of last season and has offered little this term. However, has an excellent record in this race (form figures read 2112).

TFRHHHII BHA143

4 FRERO BANBOU (FR) (15) 14-4331 CD

7

Br B g Apsis - Lady Banbou (FR) O Mr P. Davies B Madame Evelyne Banchereau

11-5

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won C&D handicap 11 months ago and produced a career best when resuming winning ways at Lingfield 2 weeks ago, looking suited by more patient tactics as he pulled clear with the runner-up. Player. TFRHHHHH BHA140

5

MOONLIGHTER (GB) (8) 1P-P53F CD

Br B g Midnight Legend - Countess Camilla O Huw & Richard Davies & Friends Racing B H. Davies & R. Davies

9

11-2

David Noonan J Nick Williams, South Molton T Kendall & Davies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Benefited from an attacking ride when beating Dolos in this a year ago. Back to form when third here last month, albeit finding little again, and got no further than the second at Doncaster last week. TFRHHHII BHA137

6

BUN DORAN (IRE) (28) P0-4342 D

11

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Village Queen (IRE) O Crossed Fingers Partnership B Mrs Mary F. Griffin

11-0

Ciaran Gethings J Tom George, Slad T HBA Media S

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 winner over 2 years ago. Not at that level nowadays but mark reflects that and is 4lb better off with Gunsight Ridge having finished 1 3/4 lengths second to him over C&D 4 weeks ago.

TFRHHHHI BHA135

7

GUNSIGHT RIDGE (GB) (28) 232-321 CD

Br B g Midnight Legend - Grandma Griffiths O Mrs Diana L. Whateley B M. and Mrs Watson

7

11-0

Aidan Coleman J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Cedar Invest Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t do much wrong over hurdles last term and this point winner has improved over fences this season, winning C&D handicap by 1 3/4 lengths from Bun Doran 4 weeks ago. Shortlist material up 5lb.

TFRHHHHI BHA135

8

RIKOBOY (FR) (28) 312PF-2

Br B g Enrique - Dikanika (FR) O Mr David J. Smith B Jacques Seror

6

10-6

Sam Twiston-Davies J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over 17f at Market Rasen last winter and ran well after 10 months off when second at Wincanton 4 weeks ago. Entitled to come on for that so respected.

TFRHHHII BHA127 22

thejockeyclub.co.uk DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: MOONLIGHTER 8 10 12 David Bass 13-2 (Nick Williams) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 6, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Stewards Note: TAMAROC DU MATHAN: Following its run on 24/10/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

RIKOBOY: Following its run on 8/1/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Gunsight Ridge (GB), 9-2 Tamaroc Du Mathan (FR), 5-1 Frero Banbou (FR), 7-1 Rikoboy (FR), 8-1 Dolos (FR), 10-1 Bun Doran (IRE), 12-1 Moonlighter (GB), 20-1 Hatcher (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

FRERO BANBOU looked suited by the more patient tactics when producing a career-best win at Lingfield 2 weeks ago and this C&D winner is preferred to Gunsight Ridge and Bun Doran, who had a real slog when first and second over this C&D last month.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FRERO BANBOU (FR) 2.GUNSIGHT RIDGE 3.BUN DORAN (IRE)

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1m 7f 216y

THIRD RACE 1.50 THE VIRGIN BET CONTENDERS HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £13074, 2nd £5367, 3rd £2685, 4th £1341, 5th £672.

(Penalty Value £17085)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): G L Moore (21 wins from 161 runners, 13%) runs GOSHEN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (5 wins from 32 runners, 16%) runs GOSHEN Longest Traveller: SONG FOR SOMEONE trained by T Symonds, Hentland, 133 miles.

J Jockey

T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

GOSHEN (FR) (13) 10-5403 CD

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Hyde (FR) O Mr Steven Packham B Mr Christophe Toulorge

age

st-lb

6

11-11

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

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who turned in his most encouraging effort of the season when under 2l last of 3 in Lingfield conditions event 13 days ago. Frimly in the mix.

TFRHHHHI BHA152

2

GUARD YOUR DREAMS (GB) (35) 03-1313 CD 6

11-11

Sam Twiston-Davies J Br B g Fame And Glory - Native Sunrise (IRE) Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T O Graham and Alison Jelley Jelson Ltd S B Little Lodge Farm & Mr & Mrs TWR Chugg

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his second success of this term in Grade 2 International at Cheltenham before posting another solid effort there when third in Relkeel Hurdle. Reliable sort who can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII BHA147

3

SONG FOR SOMEONE (GER) (56) 112P-22 D 7

Br Ch g Medicean - Sweni Hill (IRE) O Lady Gibbings B J. Bervoets

11-11

Aidan Coleman J Tom Symonds, Hentland T Gun Dog Gin Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Firmly back on track this season after undergoing wind op, runner-up in Grade 2 events at Ascot and Cheltenham (beaten 1/2l by Guard Your Dreams). Enjoys 6lb pull with that rival here, so a player. TFRHHHHH BHA153

4 GLOBAL CITIZEN (IRE) (14) PP-0202 D

10

11-5

Kielan Woods J Br B g Alkaadhem - Lady Willmurt (IRE) Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T O The Megsons Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S B Martin Byrne

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart front-running hurdler/chaser in 2019/20. Had breathing op before running best race since when second to Tommy’s Oscar in Champion Hurdle Trial at Haydock. No forlorn hope if building on that. TFRHHHII BHA136

5

HUNTERS CALL (IRE) (14) 335-133 D

Br B g Medaaly - Accordiontogelica (IRE) O Holloway,Clarke,Black B Michael Ward

12

11-5

Sean Bowen J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Manor Farm Fruits S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran landed Bangor handicap before fine third in Grade 2 International at Cheltenham. Turned in modest effort in Champion Hurdle Trial at Haydock last time though so he needs to get back on track.

TFRHHHII BHA143 DECLARED RUNNERS 5

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Stewards Note: GOSHEN: Following its run on 23/1/2022 it was reported that the horse hung badly right handed.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Song For Someone (GER), 3-1 Guard Your Dreams (GB), 10-3 Goshen (FR), 6-1 Hunters Call (IRE), 11-1 Global Citizen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

None of these can be safely ruled out in this high-quality Listed contest, but SONG FOR SOMEONE seems rejuvenated by breathing surgery and can open his account for the season after two excellent second placings in Grade 2 company.

C&D scorer Goshen rates a big threat though on the back of his encouraging Lingfield third, with the reliable Guard Your Dreams not discounted either.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SONG FOR SOMEONE (GER) 2.GOSHEN (FR) 3.GUARD YOUR DREAMS

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WINNER

SPORTING JOHN SCILLY ISLES NOVICES’ CHASE

TRAINER: PHILIP HOBBS JOCKEY: RICHARD JOHNSON OWNER: JOHN P MCMANUS

FIRST RAN IN

1964 GRADE 1

RUN OVER TWO MILES, ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS

4,033 METRES

17 FENCES TO BE JUMPED

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£80,000

£ 45,560 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR HORSE TRAINER 2021 SPORTING JOHN Philip Hobbs 2020 ITCHY FEET Olly Murphy 2019 DEFI DU SEUIL Philip Hobbs 2018 TERREFORT Nicky Henderson 2017 TOP NOTCH Nicky Henderson 2016 BRISTOL DE MAI Nicky Henderson 2015 GITANE DU BERLAIS Willie Mullins 2014 OSCARWHISKY Nicky Henderson 2013 CAPTAINCONAN Nicky Henderson 2012 FOR NON STOP Nick Williams

JOCKEY Richard Johnson Gavin Sheehan Bary Geraghty Daryl Jacob Daryl Jacob Daryl Jacob Daryl Jacob Barry Geraghty Barry Geraghty Noel Fehily

Last year’s race looked set to be battled out by Kauto Star novices’ winner Shan Blue and Henry VIII Novices’ runner up Hitman. However, it was the 14/1 shot, Sporting John, who landed the prize for connections.

Detached at the back on the pack at the beginning of the race and making several jumping errors early on under Richard Johnson, the sixyear-old never looked the winner until making smooth headway three from home.

Despite Hitman was no doubt travelling the best before his fall at the 12th obstacle, Sporting John made full use of the error to win going away by three and a half lengths. Shan Blue finsished in second followed by Paint The Dream.

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AGED SIX OR YOUNGER

TRAINED

BY NICKY HENDERSON

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FOURTH RACE 2.20 THE VIRGIN BET SCILLY ISLES NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £80000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £34864, 2nd £14312, 3rd £7160, 4th £3576, 5th £1792.

(Penalty Value £45560)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (36 wins from 153 runners, 24%) runs MISTER COFFEY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (8 wins from 29 runners, 28%) runs MISTER COFFEY Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2013, 2014, 2017 and 2018. The stable runs MISTER COFFEY today.

Longest Traveller: GLADIATEUR ALLEN trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 174 miles.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

colours no

1

horse

FUGITIF (FR) (28) 013-1P1

Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Turiane (FR) O Mr Carl Hinchy & Dr Emad Hussain B Mr Andre Rousseau

age

st-lb

7

11-4

Nick Scholfield J Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who made it 2-3 in this sphere when landing a 4-runner novices’ handicap at Newcastle (16.3f) last month. Remains the type to do better again but this a whole lot more demanding.

TFRHHHII BHA135

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GLADIATEUR ALLEN (FR) (35) 3-3014F

6

11-4

Chester Williams J Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Une Epoque (FR) Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T O Mrs Jane Williams Culverhill Farm Racing S B Mr Bruno Vagne

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who showed improved form to make a winning chase debut in an Exeter novice (19.2f) in December. Jumping has let him down in higher grade since and others make more appeal. Hooded TFRHHIII BHA135

3

L’HOMME PRESSE (FR) (35) 2//16-111

7

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Romance Turgot (FR) O DFA Racing (Pink & Edwards) B Mr Bernard Camp

11-4

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o who has made a fine start over fences, taking rise in class in his stride when landing Gr. 2 Dipper at Cheltenham (20.6f) last month. Serious claims once more up at Grade 1 level.

TFRHHHHH BHA154

4 MISTER COFFEY (FR) (41) 1304-32 C BF Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Mamitador O Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford B S.C.E.A. Le Haras D’Haspel

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11-4

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed into useful hurdler last season and similar form in a couple of starts over fences this winter, second in a novices’ handicap at Kempton (20.5f) on Boxing Day. This does demand more, though TFRHHHII BHA137

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PIC D’ORHY (FR) (50) 424-1F1

Br B g Turgeon (USA) - Rose Candy (FR) O Mrs Johnny de la Hey B Mr J. Contou Carrere & Mr Y. Broca

7

11-4

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who returned with easy win in 20f Ffos Las handicap chase. Race at his mercy when falling at Newbury next time but quickly made amends to land Ascot Gr. 2 in December. Live player here. TFRHHHHI BHA155 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2021: SPORTING JOHN (IRE) 6 11 4 Richard Johnson 14-1 (Philip Hobbs) 7 ran Hood worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5.

Stewards Note: MISTER COFFEY: Following its run on 26/12/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 L’homme Presse (FR), 2-1 Pic D’orhy (FR), 12-1 Fugitif (FR), Mister Coffey (FR), 22-1 Gladiateur Allen (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

A low-mileage 7-y-o, L’HOMME PRESSE has made a fine start to his chasing career, handling the rise in class with aplomb when completing the hat-trick in a Cheltenham Grade 2 last month. With the prospect of even more to come, he gets the nod to maintain his 100% record in this sphere. Pic d’Orhy, who is 2-3 himself over fences this campaign, rates the chief threat.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.L’HOMME PRESSE (FR) 2.PIC D’ORHY (FR) 3.MISTER COFFEY (FR)

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FIFTH RACE 2.55 THE VIRGIN BET HEROES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £100000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £43040, 2nd £17740, 3rd £8870, 4th £4440, 5th £2220, 6th £1110, 7th £550, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £56270) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (36 wins from 153 runners, 24%) runs CALL ME LORD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 42 runners, 26%) runs PADLEYOUROWNCANOE Longest Traveller: BORN PATRIOT trained by P Fahey, Ireland.

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T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor Br Breeding

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1

horse

EASYSLAND (FR) (325) 1111/42- D

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st-lb

8

11-12

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Br B or Br g Gentlewave (IRE) - Island du Frene (FR) Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T O Mr John P. McManus Wasdell Group S B Marinette Avril & Marie Laure Labbe

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-notch on cross-country scene, including Cheltenham Festival win in 2020. Second to Tiger Roll at last year’s Festival (final start for David Cottin). Cheltenham presumably the main aim again. TFRHHIII BHA150

2

CALL ME LORD (FR) (21) 453-4P3 C

9

Br B or Br g Slickly (FR) - Sosa (GER) O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B Mr Roger Marot

11-6

James Bowen J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Grade 2 winning hurdler. Didn’t take to fences first 2 runs this term but shaped well back hurdling when third of 19 in Lanzarote at Kempton. This trip a maximum for him but still respected.

TFRHHHHI BHA144

3

DOLPHIN SQUARE (IRE) (35) 5-12211

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Carrig Eden Lass (IRE) O Mr David Maxwell B Mrs Evelyn Sheridan

8

11-6

Mr David Maxwell (3) J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW In the form of his life back hurdling of late, winning 3m handicaps at Newbury and Cheltenham.

A really smart effort will be needed if he’s to overcome another 5lb rise, though.

TFRHHHII BHA144

4 IF THE CAP FITS (IRE) (41) 200-204 BF Br B g Milan - Derravaragh Sayra (IRE) O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B Liam Gilsenan

10

11-4

Mr Ben Bromley (7) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Really smart hurdler/chaser at best. Aintree reappearance second shows he still retains good level of ability but he’s been comfortably held in pair of handicaps since. Blinkers replace cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA142

5

ORBYS LEGEND (IRE) (41) 131-101 C

Br B g Milan - Morning Legend (IRE) O Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Milan B Mr Michael Dillon

6

11-4

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Silver Trophy on 19.5f Chepstow return. Faded into seventh in valuable 3m Haydock handicap next time but proved stamina for this trip with Wincanton win on Boxing Day. Should go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA142

6

DANS LE VENT (FR) (21) 02-2145

Br B g Skins Game - Boreade (FR) O R J Gambarini Racing B C. Laval, J. Laval & A. Larrieu

9

11-4

Isabel Williams (5) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Office Visions (Wales) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile sort who bagged valuable 3m Haydock handicap before excellent fourth in Relkeel at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day. Credtable fifth (Call Me Lord third) in Lanzarote at Kempton since. TFRHHHII BHA142

7

ASK DILLON (IRE) (35) 1-4603P

Br B g Ask - Mum’s Miracle (IRE) O 4 The Fun Partnership B Mrs Jerry Rohan

9

11-2

Peter Kavanagh (7) J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart handicap hurdler last season. Easily best effort this term when third at Cheltenham in December but pulled up back there on New Year’s Day. First-time blinkers need to have positive effect.

TFRHHIII BHA140

8

FLEMCARA (IRE) (41) 1F31-23 D

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Cara Mara (IRE) O Andy & The Frisky Fillies B William Bourke

10

11-2

Tom Bellamy J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at 3m+ last season and has returned with good placed efforts at Newbury and Wincanton this winter. No reason why he won’t give his running again.

TFRHHHII BHA140 34

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BEAUPORT (IRE) (38) 3131-22 C BF

Br B g Califet (FR) - Byerley Beauty (IRE) O Bryan & Philippa Burrough B Byerley Stud Ltd

6

10-12

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 2 1/2m EBF Final here last March. Even better form when placed in handicaps over that trip this season and has long left the impression there’ll be more to come when stepped up in trip. Player. TFRHHHHI BHA136

10 THE COB (IRE) (38) 1310-2P BF

8

10-12

Kielan Woods J Br B g Let The Lion Roar - Millenium Love (IRE) Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T O The Cob Nuts Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S B Second Chance Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 novice hurdle winner over 3m last season. Returned with a very good second over C&D in December but a poor run at Doncaster since needs forgiving. Cheekpieces go on.

TFRHHIII BHA136

11 BORN PATRIOT (IRE) (105) 34-6342

6

Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Persian Patriot O Direct Bloodstock Limited B Aliz Vidacs & Jacqueline Norris

10-11

Kevin Brogan (3) J Peter Fahey, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner last November and has shown better form in defeat since, finishing second in a 3m Cheltenham handicap when last seen in October. Nudged up ksim-read@brighton-racecourse.co.uk 3lb, though, and this looks tougher.

TFRHHHII BHA135

12 PADLEYOUROWNCANOE (GB) (21) 4/443-3P

8

10-11

Bridget Andrews J Br B g Nayef (USA) - Pooka’s Daughter (IRE) Dan Skelton, Alcester T O K.A.C. Bloodstock Limited Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S B Lianne Barrett & Ferdlant Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Colin Tizzard and made positive start for this yard after 15 months off when third in 3m Haydock hurdle in December. Pulled up after an early blunder over fences at Warwick since.

TFRHHHHI BHA135

13 ONAGATHERINGSTORM (IRE) (57) 21-1325 7

10-7

Paddy Brennan J Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Springfield Mary (IRE) Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T O Craig & Laura Buckingham Red Rock Partnership Limited S B John Killeen

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who comfortably landed maiden/novice hurdles last spring. Good second in 3m Cheltenham Listed handicap in November and given time since a lesser run there in December. Tongue tie added.

TFRHHHII BHA131

14 GREEN BOOK (FR) (21) 2-211U BF

5

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Mantissa O Lady Price, C Shaw, C Boylan & I Tagg B S.A. Le Thenney

10-6

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improver on Flat in 2021 and has continued on the up switched to hurdles, landing handicaps at Haydock (2m) and Ludlow (21f). Hampered and unseated early in Lanzarote latest. This trip should suit.

TFRHHHHI BHA130

15 JESUITIQUE (FR) (49) 03-1121 C

7

10-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 of his 4 starts for this yard, absolutely bolting up at Haydock (3m) last time. The handicapper hasn’t missed him with a further 10lb rise but he could easily have more to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA130

16 REE OKKA (GB) (21) P-1211

6

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Presenteea (IRE) O The Jago Family Partnership B Distillery Stud

10-6

Sean Bowen J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has made a bright start over hurdles, winning novices at Chepstow (19.5f) and Kempton (3m) in recent months. Lacks experience for race like this but he looks a smart prospect. TFRHHHHH BHA130

17 GARO DE JUILLEY (FR) (14) 0-03606

10

10-4

Niall Houlihan (3) J Br B g Ungaro (GER) - Lucy de Juilley (FR) Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T O Mr G. Thompson W & S Recycling S B Mr Georges Trincot

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won on these shores since October 2018 but did hit the target twice in France last season.

Recorded a couple of creditable efforts there in the autumn but well held back in Britain latest. TFRHIIII BHA128

18 THE BRIMMING WATER (IRE) (14) 01-2513 BF7 Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dollar’s Worth (IRE) O Mrs Karen Drinkwater B Mr Jonathan Deacon

10-3

Sam Twiston-Davies J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner in Ireland and much improved on third start for new yard when landing 21f Wetherby handicap on Boxing Day. Travelled well long way when third over 3m at Haydock since. Unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA127 DECLARED RUNNERS 19 2021:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers worn first time by No. 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 13.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8, 17.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3.

Stewards Note: THE COB: Following its run on 29/12/2021 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

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Cillin Leonard (5) J Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Jaune de Beaufai (FR) Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T O The Three Amigos Coulthursts Ltd S B Mr G. Cherel, Mme I. Pacault et al

thejockeyclub.co.uk Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Ree Okka (GB), 17-2 Beauport (IRE), 9-1 Green Book (FR), 11-1 Orbys Legend (IRE), 12-1 Dolphin Square (IRE), 14-1 Call Me Lord (FR), Jesuitique (FR), 18-1 Dans Le Vent (FR), Born Patriot (IRE), 20-1 Flemcara (IRE), 25-1 Padleyourowncanoe (GB), Onagatheringstorm (IRE), The Brimming Water (IRE), 28-1 If The Cap Fits (IRE), 33-1 Ask Dillon (IRE), The Cob (IRE), 50-1 Easysland (FR), 100-1 Garo de Juilley (FR),

PLAY SMARTER

Staying handicap hurdles don’t get much hotter than this. REE OKKA isn’t as battle hardened as the rest of these but the fact he looks a fluent jumper should hold him in good stead now moving into a big-field handicap and an opening mark of 130 could prove lenient given the way he took care of some decent opposition last time.

Beauport, Green Book and Orby’s Legend head the many possible dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REE OKKA 2.BEAUPORT (IRE) 3.GREEN BOOK (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 3.30 THE VIRGIN BET MASTERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £50000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £19875, 2nd £9935, 3rd £4970, 4th £2485, 5th £1240, 6th £620. (Penalty Value £26015) Weights raised 15lb 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 (17-22): P Nicholls (20 wins from 161 runners, 12%) runs KAPCORSE & REAL STEEL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): V Williams (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs FARINET Fancy That: P Hobbs won this race in 2020 and 2021. The stable runs DEISE ABA 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

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horse

REAL STEEL (FR) (98) 6/3PP-00

Br B g Loup Breton (IRE) - Kalimina (FR) O Mrs Kathy Stuart&Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd B Haras de Plasence & Mme V. Saint-Palais

age

st-lb

9

11-12

Tom Buckley (5) J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2 1/2m Grade 2 winner in Ireland in 2019/20 but failed to build on encouraging return last season and not much encouragement both starts this term.

TFRHHIII BHA145

2

DEISE ABA (IRE) (40) P1P-22P CD

9

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

11-9

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned with good runner-up efforts at Aintree (hurdle) and in London National here in December.

Pulled up in Welsh National but has won this race for the last 2 years so warrants respect.

TFRHHHII BHA142

3

KAPCORSE (FR) (70) 0110//0-1

9

Br Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Angesse (FR) O Mr John P. McManus B Yannick Fouin & Frederic Duvivier

11-6

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Clearly fragile but made the most of some generosity by the handicapper to land Newbury race for the second time 10 weeks ago. Had a bit in hand that day so not taken lightly up 8lb in better race. TFRHHHII BHA139

4 LE MILOS (GB) (35) 0/313-21 C D Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Banjaxed Girl O Bovian Racing B Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm

7

11-6

Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account at Fontwell last February and went one better than on his return when scoring under a front-running ride at Exeter 5 weeks ago. Upped in grade so another career best required. TFRHHIII BHA139

5

FARINET (FR) (28) 3231-P1 C

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Mendy Tennise (FR) O M Hammond, E Coombs & T Henriques B Jean-Marie Callier

7

11-4

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French chaser who lost a shoe when pulled up in at Cheltenham on return. Resumed progress when ready winner at this track (20f) 4 weeks ago and likely to progress again. Big shout.

TFRHHHHH BHA137

6

UNDERSUPERVISION (IRE) (35) 42-2F36 D BF

6

11-1

Sam Twiston-Davies J Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Dances With Waves (IRE) Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T O Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd Courtiers Investment Services Limited S B Gregory Rossiter

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles winner who has had all 4 of his spins over fences at Cheltenham this term, making little impact in an open handicap 5 weeks ago. Cheekpieces applied but others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA134

7

FIVE STAR GETAWAY (IRE) (40) 1110-01 C D 8

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Hapeney (IRE) O Carl Hinchy and Mark Scott B A. V. Bloodstock

11-1

Nick Scholfield J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who progressed rapidly upon going chasing last term, easily winning 3 handicaps. Put a rusty return behind him when scoring at Kempton and remains unexposed at 3m. Interesting. TFRHHHII BHA134

8

LINELEE KING (FR) (46) 4025-13 D BF

Br Gr g Martaline - Queen Lee (FR) O Mrs Diana L. Whateley B Mr Dominique Lemesle

7

10-9

Aidan Coleman J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Cedar Invest Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who made a winning chasing debut in Aintree novices’ handicap in November.

Should’ve followed up at Ayr next time (sprawled badly mid-race) and remains capable of better. TFRHHHHI BHA128 40

thejockeyclub.co.uk DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: DEISE ABA (IRE) 8 11 7 Richard Johnson 17-2 (Philip Hobbs) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: DEISE ABA: Following its run on 27/12/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

UNDERSUPERVISION: Following its run on 1/1/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered post-race ataxia.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Farinet (FR), 7-2 Linelee King (FR), 4-1 Five Star Getaway (IRE), 9-1 Deise Aba (IRE), 12-1 Kapcorse (FR), Le Milos (GB), Undersupervision (IRE), 20-1 Real Steel (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

FARINET left his reappearance effort behind to bring up a second course victory here 4 weeks ago, and with further progress on the cards now stepping up in trip, Venetia Williams’ charge gets the vote. Linelee King probably would’ve made it 2-2 in this sphere bar a mid-race blunder at Ayr so he’s the obvious danger, ahead of Deise Aba, who bids for a third consecutive win in this race.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FARINET (FR) 2.LINELEE KING (FR) 3.DEISE ABA (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 4.05 THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11000

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

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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (17-22): C Tizzard (12 wins from 91 runners, 13%) runs WHYDAH GALLY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Gordon (5 wins from 19 runners, 26%) runs STRAIGHT SWAP Longest Traveller: SPIKE JONES trained by S Drinkwater, Strensham, 125 miles.

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ROYAL PRETENDER (FR) (58) 62-1123

age

st-lb

6

11-12

Tom Cannon J Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Robinia Directa (GER) Alan King, Barbury Castle T O Mrs R. J. Skan Hare Group Ltd S B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Taillis

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his tally for the season at Plumpton in November and has run creditably in defeat since, third at Taunton a couple of months ago. Should give another good account.

TFRHHHII BHA124

2

MISTER WATSON (GB) (37) 24-2515

8

11-12

Luca Morgan (5) J Br B g Mawatheeq (USA) - Island Odyssey Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T O The JP Girls Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S B Mrs J. M. Quy

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who upped his game to score at Lingfield in December, then underperformed in tough underfoot conditions at Haydock 37 days later. Could get back on track with cheekpieces tried.

TFRHHHII BHA124

3

PEEJAYBEE (FR) (25) 1-132 BF

6

11-10

James Bowen J Br Ch g Ballingarry (IRE) - Playa du Charmil (FR) Richard Spencer, Newmarket T O Martin Gowing and Paul Booker Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S B SCEA Ecurie Brindor & SCEA Du Claux

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/maiden hurdle winner, and almost added to that tally when a smooth-travelling second at Doncaster on handicap debut. More to come, so boasts leading claims.

TFRHHHHH BHA122

4 WHYDAH GALLY (GB) (16) 64F-321 D Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Reverse Swing O Sam’s Crew B Grace & Samuel Hockenhull

6

11-9

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o who confirmed previous promise when off the mark over hurdles in a handicap at Wincanton last month, staying on well. Another solid showing is on the cards.

TFRHHHHI BHA121

5

GARINCHA (IRE) (30) 53-4012 D

Br B g Ask - Mandy Winger O Mr R Flower and Dajam B Mr K. D. Cotter

6

11-5

Aidan Coleman J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous form behind when powering through to score at Wetherby in December. Good second to Straight Swap at Chepstow last time, and may well turn the tables with that rival.

TFRHHHHI BHA117

6

WHISTLEINTHEDARK (IRE) (54) 324-21

Br B g Fame And Glory - Last of Many (IRE) O Mr Greenfingers Syndicate B Mrs Kathleen McKeever

7

11-3

Kevin Brogan (3) J Richard Hawker, Frome T

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish points and has a progressive profile over hurdles, off the mark at the first attempt for this yard in a novice at Plumpton 54 days ago. Notable handicap debutant.

TFRHHHHI BHA115

7

STRAIGHT SWAP (IRE) (30) 0020-51

Br B or Br g Yeats (IRE) - Alittlebitofheaven O Ward-Thomas & Dennis B Donal & Pat Barnwell

7

11-0

Joshua Moore J Chris Gordon, Winchester T Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 7-y-o who gained what looked an unlikely success at Chepstow (19.5f, heavy) a month ago, showing abundant stamina to get on top close home. Not certain to back that up.

TFRHHHII BHA112

8

SPIKE JONES (GB) (22) 21533

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mathine (FR) O Drinkwater Family & Cheltenham Boys B Mr J. L. Lightfoot

5

10-7

Danny Burton (5) J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has shown fair form when third in maiden hurdles at Ffos Las and Sedgefield (hood on). Considered now going into handicaps.

TFRHHHII BHA105 44

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LOVE ACTUALLY (IRE) (14) 4-1U561

Br Br m Shirocco (GER) - Elsie (IRE) O Mrs Michelle Anne Crook B Mr W. C. Moore

6

10-6

Tom Bellamy J Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who left previous hurdling form behind when scoring with something to spare in a 17-runner Taunton handicap a fortnight ago. Could do better still, so one to have in mind up in grade. TFRHHHII BHA104 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2021:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note: MISTER WATSON: Following its run on 30/12/2021 it was reported that the horse struggled in a high class of race.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Peejaybee (FR), 9-2 Whydah Gally (GB), 6-1 Garincha (IRE), 9-1 Royal Pretender (FR), Whistleinthedark (IRE), 10-1 Straight Swap (IRE), 12-1 Love Actually (IRE), 18-1 Spike Jones (GB), 20-1 Mister Watson (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

PEEJAYBEE was a warm order for his handicap debut at Doncaster and, while he found one too good, the way he travelled suggests he’s well capable of defying this sort of mark, so he takes marginal preference over Whistleinthedark, who has improved with each run over hurdles to this point. The thriving Garincha also merits consideration.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PEEJAYBEE (FR) 2.WHISTLEINTHEDARK (IRE) 3.GARINCHA (IRE)

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.40 - THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, the third £1379 and the fourth £690. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 31st and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 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 No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st.

VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on April 23rd, 2022. 17 entries at £55. Closed January 31st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574.

(Penalty Value £5990.60) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.15 - THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447. for five yrs old and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Penalties, after January 29th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 6lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. 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 14 entries, 2 at £30 and 12 at £150. - Closed January 31st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372.

(Penalty Value £15609) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.50 - THE VIRGIN BET CONTENDERS HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £17085 to the winning horse The second to receive £6411, the third £3210, the fourth £1599 and the fifth £804. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 31st and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2020, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France) No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VIRGIN BET. 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. 6 entries at £150. - Closed January 31st, 2022. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £13074; Second £5367; Third £2685; Fourth £1341; Fifth £672. (Penalty Value £17085) A SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.20 - THE VIRGIN BET SCILLY ISLES NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £45560 to the winning horse The second to receive £17096, the third £8560, the fourth £4264 and the fifth £2144. for novice five yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to entry.. Enter by noon, January 31st and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

February 3rd. Weights: 5-y-o 11st; 6-y-o and up 11st 4lb Mares allowed 7lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VIRGIN BET. 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. 6 entries at £400. - Closed January 31st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £34864; Second £14312; Third £7160; Fourth £3576; Fifth £1792. (Penalty Value £45560) A SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.55 - THE VIRGIN BET HEROES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56270 to the winning horse The second to receive £21200, the third £10610, the fourth £5300, the fifth £2660, the sixth £1330, the seventh £660 and the eighth £340. for four yrs old and upwards. £400 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £80 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £320 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd.

Penalties, after January 29th, 2022, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb (No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 11st 12lb). VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VIRGIN BET. 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. This race will be restricted to 18 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R19 and R20. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Site. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority will modify the Rules of Racing as a consequence of providing two reserves for the 888Sport Heroes Handicap Hurdle Race. The penalty referred to under Rule will be waived for any horse which is deemed a non-runner by 1.00 p.m. on the day before the race. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 24 entries, 1 at £80 and 23 at £400. - Closed January 31st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43040; Second £17740; Third £8870; Fourth £4440; Fifth £2220; Sixth £1110; Seventh £550; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £56270) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.30 - THE VIRGIN BET MASTERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745. for five yrs old and upwards. £250 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Penalties, after January 29th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 5lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VIRGIN BET. 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 14 entries, at £250. - Closed January 31st, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620.

(Penalty Value £26015) Weights raised 15lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.05 - THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5609 to the winning horse The second to receive £2584, the third £1291, the fourth £646, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £51 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £41 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Penalties, after January 29th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. VIRGIN BET has generously sponsored this race. 18 entries, at £51. - Closed January 31st, 2022. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £4298; Second £2150; Third £1074; Fourth £538; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £5609.38) SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.

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