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AFTERNOON RACE MEETING

Saturday, 26th March, 2022 Ofﬁcial Programme & Form Guide £3

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WELCOME Welcome to Stratford Racecourse on this beautiful spring Saturday afternoon Opener. We are delighted to welcome all racegoers back to this meeting after our enforced two year break, we hope you all have an enjoyable afternoon. We would also especially like to welcome everyone celebrating Mothers Day, we hope you are being spoilt and you have a wonderful weekend. For regular visitors you will hopefully notice we have changed the paddock during our closed season and are trialling the use of only 2 enclosures. We hope it enhances your race day experience. We have also resumed our popular 25 Club which gives individuals and companies a fun affordable way to get involved with racing for the year. The package includes hospitality, annual badges and sponsorship. If you are interested please call Wendy on 01789 267949 prices start from £1500. All of us here at Stratford Racecourse are committed to ensuring that you have a great day out. If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can be reached either on the day, or later by contacting the ofﬁce on 01789 267949, or by email: info@stratfordracecourse.net Enjoy your day at Stratford Races. With best wishes, Mrs Ilona Barnett

Racecourse Manager

CONTENTS How to read the Racecard............................................................................................6 Trackfacts.........................................................................................................................7 How to Bet .......................................................................................................................8 Officials ..........................................................................................................................31 1.43pm The 25 Club Handicap Chase (Class 4) ................................................................... 10 2.18pm The Lady Ella's Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) (DIV I) ............................................. 14 2.55pm The Lady Ella's Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) (DIV II).............................................. 18 3.28pm The 17TH July Is Ladies Day Selling Hurdle (Class 5) .......................................... 24 4.03pm The Margaret Banister Birthday Celebration Novices' Hurdle (Class 4) (Novices' Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)................................... 30 4.38pm The Paul Diblasio Memorial Handicap Chase (Class 3) (Challenger Staying Chase Series Qualifier) ........................................................... 36 5.10pm The Cotswold Larder Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)...................................................................... 42

GUIDE TO THE RACECOURSE ABANDONMENT REFUND In the event of racing being abandoned before the first race has been run, NO refunds will be made on the day, but racegoers should retain all badges/tickets & return these by post to the racecourse for a refund (or replacement badges for another meeting if preferred). Once the first race has been run, there will be no refunds. ADMISSION RIGHTS The Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse admission or to expel, without prior notice, any racegoer who, in the opinion if the Racecourse Executive, behaves or is likely to behave in an unruly or unacceptable manner. Examples of unruly or unacceptable behaviour include violent or abusive conduct, drunkenness, singing or shouting and intimidation of other racegoers. This list is not exhaustive. The Management does not accept liabilty for loss or damage to visitors’ effects, vehicles or other property whilst on these premises. UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted. RADIOS AND MOBILE TELEPHONES The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes. Further details are available from the racecourse office. HORSE WELFARE “Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider”. Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented. Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance. During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION In the event of an emergency all persons on the racecourse will be alerted by the following message over the public address system. This is an emergency announcement. Due to circumstances beyond our control, racing has been temporarily suspended. Would all patrons please evacuate ALL buildings and make your way across the racetrack to the Red post marker in the Centre of the Course. Police and Racecourse Ofﬁcials will assist and direct you. Please do not go to any Car Park until you are cleared to do so, because you may hamper the movement of emergency vehicles. The message will then be repeated. BROKEN GLASSES AND BOTTLES Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using ﬂash photography whilst on course. NOTICES Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property. LITTER BINS Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures. BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement. CHECK YOUR TICKETS Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectiﬁed after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for three months.

READING THE RACECARD 1

2 OPERA DE COEUR (FR) (17) 11

4 11 8

B g East of Heaven (IRE) - Eden de Coeur (FR) O The Hon Mrs A. E. Heber-Percy Br N. Burlot, Olivier Burlot & Michel le Bris T H. D. Daly, Ludlow

S Hodnet Hall Gardens

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE triple diamond and armlets, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap. TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and heavy ground. A winner at 2-1 in a hurdle race at Warwick over 2m (heavy) last month, beating Slew Charm by 3. Star Rating Official BHA Rating 12 1 2 3 4 5

Colours Graphic Saddlecloth Number Colour and Sex of Horse Horse’s Pedigree Horse’s Name

6 7 8 9 10

Birthplace of Horse Days since Last Run Previous Performance Age Weight

G. SHEEHAN

14 11 12 13 14

Jockey Recent Form Timeform Star Ratings Ofﬁcial BHA Rating

TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting. JOCKEYS Joe Anderson

Charlie Deutsch

Cillin Leonard

Caoilin Quinn

Jack Andrews

Mr Tristan Durrell

Joshua Moore

Mr Bradley Roberts

2.18, 3.28 1.43, 4.03

Harry Bannister

1.43, 2.18, 2.53, 4.38

Tom Bellamy

2.18, 4.03, 5.10

James Best 5.10

Sean Bowen 1.43, 4.38

Connor Brace 2.18

Paddy Brennan

2.53, 4.03, 4.38, 5.10

Kevin Brogan

4.03

Harry Cobden

4.38

Aidan Coleman

4.38

TRAINERS

2.18, 5.10 3.28

Alex Edwards 3.28

David England 2.18

Ben Ffrench Davis 3.28

Bryony Frost 5.10

Page Fuller 2.53

Charlie Hammond 2.18, 4.03

Gearoid Harney 2.53

Daniel Hiskett 4.03

Ben Jones 3.28

2.53

3.28, 4.03

Jordan Nailor 4.03

2.18 5.10

Gavin Sheehan 2.18, 3.28, 4.03

David Noonan

Stan Sheppard

Tom O’Brien

Harry Skelton

4.38 2.18

Katie O’Farrell 3.28

2.53 5.10

Sam Twiston-Davies 2.53, 4.38

Mr A J O’Neill

Chris Ward

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Adam Wedge

5.10 2.53

2.18, 3.28 1.43, 4.03

Ben Poste

Kielan Woods

Brendan Powell

Mr Toby Wynne

2.53

2.53, 4.38

David Prichard 2.53

5.10 2.18

Nico de Boinville 5.10

Caroline Bailey

Warren Greatrex

Ben Lund

Dan Skelton

Richard Bandey

Oliver Greenall

Andrew Martin

Julian Smith

Gary Moore

John Stimpson

1.43, 4.03 1.43, 2.18

David Brace 2.18

Rebecca Curtis 4.38

Katharine Davis 3.28

Robin Dickin 2.53

Claire Dyson 2.53

Dominic Ffrench Davis 3.28

Tony Forbes

3.28

Jimmy Frost 5.10

Charlotte Fuller 2.53

2.18 2.18

Grace Harris 3.28, 4.03

Nicky Henderson 5.10

Philip Hobbs 2.18

D. J. Jeffreys 5.10

Gay Kelleway 3.28

Alan King 2.18, 5.10

Emma Lavelle 4.03

Toby Lawes 4.03, 4.38

Tracey Leeson 2.18

Charlie Longsdon 5.10

5.10 4.03

3.28, 4.03

L J Morgan 1.43

Neil Mulholland 2.53

Olly Murphy

2.18, 2.53, 3.28, 4.03, 4.38

3.28, 5.10 2.53 2.18

Rob Summers 4.03

Sam Thomas 2.18

Colin Tizzard 2.53, 4.38

Dr Richard Newland

Lucy Wadham

Paul Nicholls

Nick Williams

4.38 4.38

Fergal O’Brien

2.53, 4.03, 4.38, 5.10

5.10 4.38

Evan Williams 1.43, 4.03

Jonjo O’Neill

Laura Young

Jeremy Scott

Max Young

2.53, 5.10 2.53

Matt Sheppard 2.53

2.18, 3.28

2.18

TRACK FACTS TRACK DESCRIPTION A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards. Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.

3m4f C 2m1f110y C

open ditch Finish Water Jump

2m6f H 2m7f C

open ditch

2m110y H 3m3f H

2m4f C 2m3f H 2m5f110y C

Grandstand

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2017-2022) WITH RUNNERS:

D SKELTON (41 wins from 172 runners, 24%) runs SOFIA’S ROCK (3.28), KRACKA NUT (5.10). DR R NEWLAND (18 wins from 73 runners, 25%) runs SHETLAND BUS (4.38). FERGAL O’BRIEN (17 wins from 97 runners, 18%) runs BARRAKHOV (2.53), ACCIDENTAL LEGEND (4.03), BLACK KALANISI (4.38), RED RIVER VALLEY (5.10). O MURPHY (16 wins from 114 runners, 14%) runs LUCKELLO (2.18), ZEE MAN (2.53), WEEBILL (3.28), RIGHT TURN (4.03), SHOAL BAY (4.38). JONJO O’NEILL (13 wins from 89 runners, 15%) runs RED MAPLE (2.53), CARRIGDOUN BOY (5.10).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

A KING (10 wins from 37 runners, 27%) runs CRYSTAL MOON (2.18), ALDSWORTH (5.10). N HENDERSON (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs LIGHTFOOT LADY (5.10). D SKELTON (8 wins from 56 runners, 14%) runners listed above. P NICHOLLS (7 wins from 47 runners, 15%) runs GRAND SANCY (4.38). P HOBBS (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs CANASTERO (2.18).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2017-2022) WITH RIDES:

HARRY SKELTON (37 wins from 121 rides, 31%) rides KRACKA NUT (5.10). SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (29 wins from 139 rides, 21%) rides MILANESE ROSE (2.53), SHETLAND BUS (4.38). AIDAN COLEMAN (16 wins from 89 rides, 18%) rides SHOAL BAY (4.38). SEAN BOWEN (14 wins from 83 rides, 17%) rides RAFFERTY (1.43), JOUEUR BRESILIEN (4.38). PADDY BRENNAN (12 wins from 87 rides, 14%) rides BARRAKHOV (2.53), ACCIDENTAL LEGEND (4.03), BLACK KALANISI (4.38), RED RIVER VALLEY (5.10).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

STAN SHEPPARD (6 wins from 15 rides, 40%) rides ALWAYS ABLE (2.53). CONNOR BRACE (6 wins from 16 rides, 38%) rides DARIYA (2.18). TOM O’BRIEN (6 wins from 29 rides, 21%) rides CANASTERO (2.18). SEAN BOWEN (5 wins from 25 rides, 20%) rides listed above. NICO DE BOINVILLE (4 wins from 25 rides, 16%) rides LIGHTFOOT LADY (5.10).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.43 COURT ROYALE (won off 118 down 9lb to 109); ELKSTONE (won off 112 down 18lb to 94); 2.18 DARIYA (won off 102 down 15lb to 87); 4.38 BLACK KALANISI (won off 127 down 5lb to 122).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 4.38 GALAHAD QUEST (down 3 grades).

FANCY THAT None today

STABLE MOVES

3.28 CUCHAVIVA has moved from Mat Salaman to D F Davis; 3.28 LE FIGARO FAOUDEL has moved from E McCarthy to G Harris; 4.03 RIGHT TURN has moved from G M Lyons to O Murphy; 4.38 SHETLAND BUS has moved from Justin Landy to Dr R Newland; 4.38 SHOAL BAY has moved from C Tizzard to O Murphy; 5.10 RED RIVER VALLEY has moved from Michael Murphy to Fergal O’Brien.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

ASIAN SPICE (5.10) trained by J Frost, Buckfastleigh, distance of 176 miles. GALAHAD QUEST (4.38) trained by Nick Williams, South Molton, distance of 152 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th March.

COURSE KEY

BARS

RESTAURANT / DINING

CHAMPAGNE BAR

STABLES CAFÉ

CHRIS ROOKES BAR

HONESTY CAFÉ

PRAVHA BAR

GRANDSTAND BAR

STOWFORD PRESS BAR

MOBILE CATERING UNITS ON SELECTED RACE DAYS

COVERED SEATING AREA WITH MOBILE CATERING UNITS

GALLERY RESTAURANT

THE PADDOCK PAVILION

BENCHES

Stables

Car Park 24

Stables Café

14 16

Catering Units Paddock Finishing Post

Water Jump

Evacuation Point

Catering Units

Hospitality Boxes

Course Enclosure

BOXES 13

AVON SUITE

CHASE BOX

RACECOURSE FACILITIES MAIN ENTRANCE

BOOKMAKERS

TOILETS

RACECOURSE OFFICE

DISABLED VIEWING AREAS

WEIGHING ROOM

EVACUATION POINT

OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM

FIRST AID

KESTREL BOX

COUNTY BOX

SWIFT AND SWALLOW BOXES

GALLERY RESTAURANT

A top quality facility, ideal for couples or small groups. Tables can be held all day and there are panoramic views of the entire course, especially the finishing straight and last fence.

Main Enclosure

Totepool betting, TV screens and easy access to the paddock & pre parade ring, this glass fronted pavilion will offer all you need to enjoy a great days racing in style. This restaurant facility is perfect for individuals or small groups.

THE PADDOCK PAVILION

Providing stunning views as the horses approach the last fence and thunder towards the winning post.

Benches 08

Last Fence

COVERED SEATING AREA WITH MOBILE CATERING UNITS

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12 Kiss My Face (GB)

KELSO Race 1 1.00

2m 51y

Brian Ellison Form: 600,

10-2 Nathan Moscrop TFR:

1 Cliffs of Dooneen (IRE)

13 Goodtimes Badtimes (IRE)

2 Hear Me Out (IRE)

14 Three Castles (GB)

3 Kidman (IRE)

15 Shoughall’s Boy (IRE)

11-3 Ryan Mania TFR:

Rose Dobbin Form: 564,

11-3 Brian Hughes TFR:

Keith Dalgleish Form: 240-,

11-3 Jamie Hamilton TFR:

Simon Waugh Form: 3,

4 Last One To Show (IRE)

11-3 Conor O’Farrell TFR:

Rose Dobbin Form: 0/05-,

5 Limerick Leader (FR)

11-3 Craig Nichol TFR:

Rose Dobbin Form: 002,

6 Sanosuke (IRE)

10-7 N. W. Alexander Danny McMenamin Form: 3, TFR:

Race 2 1.35

2m 4f 189y

1 Sheriff Garrett (IRE)

11-12 Jamie Hamilton TFR:

Tim Easterby Form: FF1,

2 Diamond State (FR)

11-7 Lucinda Russell Conner McCann (10) Form: 223, TFR:

3 Romeo Brown (GB) Sue Smith Form: 042,

11-4 Thomas Willmott (5) TFR:

4 Demi Sang (FR) Sara Ender Form: 215,

11-1 Jack Hogan (7) TFR:

5 Son of The Somme (IRE) 11-0 Brian Ellison Form: 212,

Brian Hughes TFR:

6 Celtic Flames (IRE)

10-10 Lucinda Russell Patrick Wadge (10) Form: 533, TFR:

7 Lovely Moon (IRE)

10-9 George BewleyJonathon Bewley (3) Form: 246, TFR:

8 Headscarf Lil (IRE) Nicky Richards Form: 314,

9 Bak Rocky (IRE) Sandy Thomson Form: 200,

10 Idilico (FR) Dianne Sayer Form: 1F5,

10-9 Sean Quinlan TFR: 10-8 Ryan Mania TFR:

10-4 Conor O’Farrell TFR:

11 Frightened Rabbit (USA) 10-4 Dianne Sayer Danny McMenamin Form: 050, TFR:

10-1 Sandy Thomson Edward Austin (5) Form: 132, TFR: 10-0 Craig Nichol TFR:

Keith Dalgleish Form: 260,

10-0 Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford Alan Doyle (7) Form: 113, TFR:

Race 3 2.10

2m 1f 14y

1 Joke Dancer (GB) Sue Smith Form: 435,

11-12 Ryan Mania TFR:

2 Instant Replay (IRE)

11-4 Brian Hughes TFR:

Brian Ellison Form: 035,

3 Lucky Flight (FR)

11-0 Lucinda Russell Stephen Mulqueen Form: U43, TFR:

Race 4 2.45

3m 2f 39y

1 Potterman (GB)

11-12 Tom Cannon TFR:

2 Empire Steel (IRE)

11-11 Ryan Mania TFR:

Alan King Form: 2PP,

Sandy Thomson Form: FP1,

3 Big River (IRE) Lucinda Russell Form: 114,

11-9 Tom Scudamore TFR:

4 Rath An Iuir (IRE) Rose Dobbin Form: 1-56,

10-8 Craig Nichol TFR:

Race 5 3.15

2m 51y

Race 7 4.21

2m 51y

1 Theatre Glory (IRE)

1 Ain’t No Sunshine (IRE)

2 Haseefah (GB)

10-11 Tom Cannon TFR:

2 Ri Na Farraige (IRE)

10-6 Bruce Lynn (5) TFR:

3 Bold Reaction (FR)

11-12 Nathan Brennan (7) TFR:

Nicky Henderson Form: 131, Alan King Form: 146,

3 Cancan (FR)

N. W. Alexander Form: 222,

4 Betty Baloo (GB)

10-5 Jamie Hamilton TFR:

Tim Easterby Form: 231,

11-8 Sean Quinlan TFR:

Keith Dalgleish Form: 1P,

11-8 Brian Hughes TFR:

Richard Fahey Form: 12,

11-4 James Bowen TFR:

Nicky Henderson Form: F-12,

4 Summergrounds (GB) Nicky Richards Form: 24,

11-4 Danny McMenamin TFR:

5 Rae des Champs (IRE)

5 Bertie’s Ballet (GB)

6 Aliomaana (GB)

6 Ontherouge (GB)

7 Bella Bluesky (GB)

7 Eloi du Puy (FR)

8 Martha Willow (GB)

8 Grady Gaston (IRE)

9 Taragrace (IRE)

9 Our Marty (FR)

10-4 Craig Nichol TFR:

Rose Dobbin Form: 441,

10-1 Mitchell Bastyan TFR:

Milton Harris Form: 561,

10-1 Callum Bewley TFR:

Ewan Whillans Form: 621,

10-0 Conor O’Farrell TFR:

Jedd O’Keeffe Form: 33P,

Donald McCain Form: 411,

Race 6 3.46

10-0 Brian Hughes TFR:

3m 1f 170y

1 Sultans Pride (GB)

11-12 Theo Gillard (3) TFR:

Gillian Boanas Form: 111,

2 Wakool (FR)

N. W. Alexander Form: 112,

11-11 Conor O’Farrell TFR:

3 Teescomponents Lad (GB) Gillian Boanas Form: 632,

11-11 Tom Midgley (5) TFR:

4 Small Present (IRE) Sue Smith Form: 316,

5 Kaizer (GB) Ewan Whillans Form: 212,

11-9 Thomas Willmott (5) TFR: 10-8 Craig Nichol TFR:

10-12 Conor O’Farrell TFR:

Dianne Sayer Form: 1,

10-12 Callum Bewley TFR:

Peter Niven Form: 1,

N. W. Alexander Form: 2,

10-8 Craig Nichol TFR:

Ewan Whillans Form: 5,

Lucinda Russell Form: 23,

10-8 Bruce Lynn TFR:

10-8 Tom Scudamore TFR:

10 Scottish Wind (FR)

10-8 Lucinda Russell Stephen Mulqueen Form: 2, TFR:

11 Spicy Dubai (IRE) Brian Ellison Form: 3,

10-1 Nathan Moscrop TFR:

1 ST R A C E 1 . 4 3 P M The 25 Club Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) for five yrs old and upwards

1 ST RACE

Total race value £8900 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392. (Penalty Value £4084.50) SEE PAGE 12 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. Age st

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OWNER TRAINER

No./Horse

FORM

1 GIVE ME A MOMENT (IRE) (62)

602215 D BF 7 11 12

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

B g Mountain High (IRE) - Maryann (IRE) O The Plantation Racing Club Br Mr Charles Walsh T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere S Tote DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE triple diamond, ORANGE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Catterick in November amidst a fine start for this yard, though jumped poorly when disappointing at Warwick 62 days ago. Should get easier lead here and is worth another go from this mark. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/1/2022 it was reported that the horse erred badly at the 12th fence. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110

2 RAFFERTY (IRE) (48)

031413 D

B g Arcadio (GER) - Mighty Star (IRE) O Triumph In Mind Br George R. Williams T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds S Postpack Ltd MAROON, GREY and MAROON hooped sleeves and cap.

8 11 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 of 4 starts since joining this yard, though found life harder upped to this grade at Musselburgh last time. Improving prior to that and he’s not one to fully write off from this mark yet. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110 on 6/2/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

3 COURT ROYALE (IRE) (27)

626052 C

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Windsor Dancer (IRE) O Mrs Janet Davies Br William Flood T Evan Williams, Llancarfan S Prysg Cyf DARK GREEN, DARK GREEN and WHITE diabolo on sleeves.

SEAN BOWEN

9 11 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Nearly took advantage of a career-low mark when narrowly denied by an unexposed rival at Hereford 27 days ago. Remains well-treated on best form and should go close again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 109

4 ELKSTONE (GB) (10)

HARRY BANNISTER

ADAM WEDGE

PP4004 C D 11 10 10

B g Midnight Legend - Samandara (FR) O K Nicholson & P Proctor Br Alan King Racing and Miss J. M. Bodycote T Caroline Bailey, Holdenby PURPLE, YELLOW cross belts, YELLOW sleeves, PURPLE armlets, PURPLE and YELLOW quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW One of better recent efforts when fourth at Huntingdon 10 days ago but his profile is largely in-and-out and has looked irresolute, so comes with risks attached even in this small field. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

JACK ANDREWS (5)

Number of Declared Runners 4 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

THE RESULT... IST ......................................................

3RD......................................................

DISTANCES ..................................

2ND .....................................................

4TH......................................................

TIME................................................

2021: NIGHTFLY 10 11 12 Brian Hughes 15-2 (Charlie Longsdon) 7 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 2-1 Give Me A Moment (IRE), Court Royale (IRE), 11-4 Rafferty (IRE), 10-1 Elkstone (GB) RACE SUMMARY: COURT ROYALE hasn’t always been the most consistent of performers, but he remains on an eyecatching mark after finishing second to Yggdrasil in an up-to-scratch event at Hereford last time and a similar level of performance may be enough to see him take this. Give Me A Moment was hassled for the lead last time and looks the main danger with this scenario likelier to suit, whilst Rafferty has done well for his new yard and isn’t discounted.

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THE 25 CLUB The 25 Club will be providing the £50 Best Turned Out Prize to the groom responsible for the best looking horse in the race.

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using 5ash photography whilst on course.

BROKEN GLASSES AND BOTTLES Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.

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1 ST RACE

1-2-3: 1.COURT ROYALE (IRE) 2.GIVE ME A MOMENT (IRE) 3.RAFFERTY (IRE)

FOOD & DRINK There is a wide variety of food and drink available before and during the races. Treat yourself at one of our dining and bar facilities.

THE PADDOCK PAVILION Providing stunning views as the horses approach the last fence and thunder towards the winning post. The Paddock Pavilion package comprises of a three course meal & afternoon tea.

CONTACTLESS AND CARD PAYMENTS ONLY We’ve gone cashless on our food and drink for a faster and safer service

THE GALLERY RESTAUR ANT The Gallery Restaurant is a top quality facility, ideal for couples or small groups. Tables can be held all day and offer stunning panoramic views of the entire course, especially the ﬁnishing straight and last fence. Patrons must purchase a Main enclosure badge or hold an Annual Badge/Owners and Trainers Badge to gain access to this area.

ADDITIONAL FOOD OUTLETS

There are various other food outlets around site, which change on a regular basis.

The Gallery Restaurant is extremely popular so early booking is advisable. For reservations call 01789 267949

There are a variety of bars throughout the racecourse, serving a selection of beer, spirits, wine, champagne and soft drinks.

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2 ND R A C E 2 . 1 8 P M

The Lady Ella’s Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (DIV I)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £6110 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2253; Second £1127; Third £563; Fourth £291; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £2940.84) SEE PAGE 16 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. Age st

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FORM

1 BALLYBEEN (IRE) (43)

6F-5544 BF 6 11 12

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

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Ch g Presenting - Dotchenka (FR) O Lightfoot, Mussell, Beswick Bloodstock Br Thomas James T Sam Thomas, Cardiff S Weatherbys Racing Bank PINK and LIGHT BLUE diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, PINK stars, PINK cap, LIGHT BLUE stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 3/1, good fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Bangor (23f ) 43 days ago, travelling best long way. Improving all the time recently, so he merits serious consideration reverted in trip. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100

2 HURRICANE DYLAN (IRE) (16)

45P523

B g Brian Boru - Definetly Sarah (IRE) O Mr J. T. Stimpson Br Diarmuid P. Ryan T John Stimpson, Newcastle-under-Lyme ORANGE, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars.

11 11 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2019. Tongue strap on for 1st time, respectable third of 12 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19.3f ) 16 days ago. Place claims again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

3 HERE HARE HERE (FR) (14)

B g Masterstroke (USA) - Valence (FR) O A J Pegley T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn MAROON, ROYAL BLUE stars, YELLOW cap.

553605

CHARLIE DEUTSCH

JOE ANDERSON (7)

5 11 7

Br Mr Denis Parreau-Delhote S 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3, modest fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (21.7f ) 14 days ago. More is required here. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

4 CANASTERO (IRE) (74)

CAOILIN QUINN (7)

33-0156 CD 6 11 6

B g Getaway (GER) - Lucky Pigeon (IRE) O Mrs R. J. Skan Br Kilfeacle Stud T Philip Hobbs, Minehead S Philip Hobbs Racing LIGHT BLUE and ROYAL BLUE diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but below form sixth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (24.4f ) 74 days ago. Sort to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

5 CRYSTAL MOON (IRE) (102)

26-530

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Liscannor (IRE) O Mrs June Watts Br M. Conaghan T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Pertemps PURPLE, PINK stars, MAUVE sleeves, PINK stars, PURPLE cap, PINK star.

5 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Only thirteenth of 16 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (19.8f ) 102 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut on back of a wind op and no forlorn hope if it sparks a resurgence. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

6 ARCTIC ROAD (GB) (38)

0005/4-P

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Arctic Actress O Mr John F. Wilson Br Goldford Stud T Oliver Greenall, Malpas S Swansway, Smartplanner LIGHT BLUE, WHITE and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves.

TOM O’BRIEN

TOM BELLAMY

9 11 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2019, and pulled up in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (19.7f ) 38 days ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89 MR TOBY WYNNE (7) Has questions to answer.

7 DELLBOY TROTTER (IRE) (121)

54P5P

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Super Daisy (IRE) O Mr P. Long Br Gerard Kennedy T Tracey Leeson, Towcester MAROON, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap.

6 10 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Taunton (19f ) 121 days ago. Hard to warm to after his lay-off. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 87

8 DARIYA (USA) (10)

0P0001 C

CHRIS WARD (5)

7 10 13

B m Include (USA) - Dubai (IRE) O Mr David Brace Br Wertheimer et Frere T David Brace, Bridgend S Dunraven Group of Companies BLACK, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who improved to land 14-runner handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f ) 10 days ago. Had more in the tank there, so she’s not taken lightly despite her 6lb rise. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87

604P0

5 10 12

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Molly’s Case (IRE) O You’ll Never Get Rich Racing Club Br Kilfeacle Stud T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere S Tote BLACK, RED seams, BLACK sleeves, RED stars, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Off 11 weeks before eighth in 2m Newbury maiden on debut for new yard. Goes handicapping now back up in trip and no surprise to see him step forward. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86

10 REGAL PRETENDER (GB) (23)

56P05

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - McKyla (IRE) O Mr Max Young Br Mr Dermot Rogers T Max Young, Droitwich YELLOW, DARK BLUE chevron, striped sleeves.

HARRY BANNISTER

7 10 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Below form fifth of 10 in novice hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, 200/1) 23 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut but it’s easy to look elsewhere. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/3/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81 CHARLIE HAMMOND

11 TOUT PARIS (FR) (32)

P30P00

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Parice de La Borie (FR) O The Isle Of Frogs Partnership Br Mme Celine Sirven-Gualde T Laura Young, Bridgwater WHITE, EMERALD GREEN disc and armlets, RED cap.

7 10 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden, and only thirteenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (19f) 32 days ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74 Hard to enthuse over.

12 LUCKELLO (GB) (38)

666050

B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Timarello (IRE) O Skylark Racing Br R. Rainbow & Sons T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S McCoy Contractors ORANGE, RED spots, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, ORANGE armlets, PINK cap.

GAVIN SHEEHAN

6 10 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, below form seventh of 15 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (19.7f ) 38 days ago. Needs to get back on track. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71

DAVID ENGLAND

Number of Declared Runners 12 ................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

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2021: GUILLEMOT (FR) 5 11 9 Richard Patrick 14-1 (Henry Daly) 15 ran

2 ND RACE

9 ERNIE BILKO (IRE) (34)

CONNOR BRACE

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 4-1 Ballybeen (IRE), Dariya (USA), 13-2 Hurricane Dylan (IRE), 7-1 Here Hare Here (FR), Crystal Moon (IRE), 10-1 Ernie Bilko (IRE), 16-1 Canastero (IRE), 22-1 Arctic Road (GB), 40-1 Luckello (GB), 50-1 Regal Pretender (GB), 66-1 Tout Paris (FR), 150-1 Dellboy Trotter (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: A few with chances, but BALLYBEEN went strongly for a long way when fourth over 2m7f at Bangor last time and is fancied to benefit from this slightly shorter trip and open his account. Dariya is feared most on the back of her ready Huntingdon success, although handicap-debutant Ernie Bilko is worth considering too, especially if there’s a market move in his favour. 1-2-3: 1.BALLYBEEN (IRE) 2.DARIYA (USA) 3.ERNIE BILKO (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

2 ND RACE

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3 RD R A C E 2 . 5 3 P M The Lady Ella’s Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (DIV II)

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FORM

1 BARRAKHOV (IRE) (18)

505-513 BF 6 11 12

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Barrack Buster O DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson Br Paul Doyle T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S bresbet ltd DARK BLUE, PINK Cross of Lorraine, PINK and DARK BLUE diabolo on sleeves, PINK cap, DARK BLUE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Southwell in January and ran at least as well when third of 15 at Newcastle 18 days ago. Likely to continue in good heart and easy to see him in the mix again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98

3 RD RACE

2 THE CHANGING MAN (IRE) (24)

00055

PADDY BRENNAN

5 11 9

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bitofapuzzle O Susan and John Waterworth Br O’Sullivan Bloodstock T Colin Tizzard, Sherborne S Coral Racing Limited BLACK, WHITE triple diamond, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Let down by jumping on handicap debut last time but looked the sort to mark his mark at this level in earlier novice events. Likely to prove best around this trip and remains with potential. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

3 OUR THREE SONS (IRE) (350)

BRENDAN POWELL

6003/2U- C 11 11 8

B g Shantou (USA) - Ballyquinn (IRE) O Mr and Mrs R. H. F. Fuller Br Mr John Harrington T Charlotte Fuller, Penwood ROYAL BLUE and WHITE diabolo, WHITE and YELLOW diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE diamond. TIMEFORM VIEW Out of sorts when last since in October and hard to see him making a return winning for new yard after such an absence. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 94

4 ALWAYS ABLE (IRE) (14)

PAGE FULLER

6-31042 CD BF 7 11 5

B m Stowaway - Twotrailerparkgirl (IRE) O Veronica Silber and Marcus Jordan Br Mr B. Mernagh T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury S Matt Sheppard Racing EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE sash and sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last May and ran another fine race when second at Hereford 14 days ago. Profile has been generally positive since joining this yard and easy to see her going well again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 91

5 ZEE MAN (FR) (315)

12FF4-6

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Sky High Flyer O Touchwood Racing Br French Bloodstock Agency T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S McCoy Contractors LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE armlets.

STAN SHEPPARD

8 11 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over fences at Fakenham last season but isn’t as good over hurdles and would surely need a career-best to score here after 10 months off. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/5/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90 GEAROID HARNEY (10)

6 RED MAPLE (IRE) (82)

1000-0P

6 11 1

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Champagne Ruby (IRE) O Mr Toby Cole Br Mr & Mrs Stephen O’Flynn & John M. Flynn T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham S Wasdell Group PURPLE, WHITE hollow box and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a good prospect when winning sole bumper start but has made little impact in 5 starts over hurdles. Now has lot to prove with blinkers applied. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 87

JONJO O’NEILL JR.

7 LINGER (IRE) (19)

B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Await So O DYDB Marketing & C Dyson T Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove ORANGE, BLACK chevron and sleeves, check cap.

PP4-0P0

9 11 1

Br Newtown Stud and T. J. Pabst S Equine Water Treadmll, Equestrian Direct LTD

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time winner over hurdles for John Joseph Hanlon and Joseph O’Brien, but latest success was back in October 2019 and he has offered nothing in a handful of appearances so far this season. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 87

8 FINE BY HER (GB) (27)

05-5002

CILLIN LEONARD (5)

6 11 0

B m Shirocco (GER) - High Benefit (IRE) O Mrs J.A. Benson & Miss S.N. Benson Br John R. Hales T Julian Smith, Tirley S Mrs Benson & Miss S.N. Benson ROYAL BLUE and GREY diabolo, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced her best effort of the campaign when second in novice handicap at Hereford 27 days ago and will likely be in the mix again if arriving here in the same form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86

9 THAT OLE CHESTNUT (IRE) (32) 333010

Ch g Fracas (IRE) - Minnie Turbo (IRE) O The Exmoor High Hopes Br Martin Durack T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton S Brendon Powerwashers ROYAL BLUE, RED stars, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, RED stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, RED star.

HARRY BANNISTER

7 10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-backed when off the mark at Fontwell in February (second won next time out), but couldn’t replicate that effort at Taunton last time. Has shaped like he’ll improve for this trip, so isn’t discounted if able to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84 DAVID PRICHARD (5)

423-P3P

12 10 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Consitent last season but only has one creditable run to his name this campaign, third at Taunton on his penultimate start. May be harder to catch right in his old age and is best passed over. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

11 MILANESE ROSE (IRE) (27)

4-0F00P

BEN POSTE

6 10 2

Gr m Milan - Ma Furie (FR) O Proudley and Whymark Partnership Br The Hon Mrs V. M. A. Tower T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke S Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited EMERALD GREEN, BLACK stripe, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show any solid form over hurdles, and though she’s still lightly-raced enough to improve, the application of cheekpieces will need to have a significant effect for her make the frame Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES here.

Number of Declared Runners 11 ................................................................................................(Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10.

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2021:(See Div 1):

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 3-1 Always Able (IRE), 5-1 Barrakhov (IRE), 6-1 Fine By Her (GB), 8-1 Zee Man (FR), 11-1 That Ole Chestnut (IRE), 16-1 Galactic Power (IRE), Milanese Rose (IRE), 18-1 The Changing Man (IRE), Red Maple (IRE), 22-1 Our Three Sons (IRE), 50-1 Linger (IRE)

3 RD RACE

10 GALACTIC POWER (IRE) (20)

Ch g Gamut (IRE) - Celtic Peace (IRE) O Robin Dickin Racing Club Br J. P. N. Parker T Robin Dickin, Alcester S Clay Street Property Consultants ROYAL BLUE and GREY (quartered), WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.

RACE SUMMARY: BARRAKHOV’s profile is steadily progressive and he is probably the most solid option here, having run well from the same mark at Newcastle earlier this month. Always Able has also been in good form recently and Matt Sheppard’s mare is feared most ahead of recent Hereford runner-up Fine By Her. 1-2-3: 1.BARRAKHOV (IRE) 2.ALWAYS ABLE (IRE) 3.FINE BY HER FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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3 RD RACE

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4 TH R A C E 3 . 2 8 P M

The 17Th July Is Ladies Day Selling Hurdle Race (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £5642 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2045; Second £1023; Third £511; Fourth £290; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £2668.54) SEE PAGE 26 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 THOMAS KERSHAW (IRE) (8) (£7000)

1335P4

B g Shirocco (GER) - Our Girl Lucy (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA)) O Strictly Fun Racing Club Br K. & L. O’Reilly T Gay Kelleway, Newmarket PINK, PURPLE diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap.

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3//-00112

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

7 11 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when winning a Uttoxeter maiden hurdle in May but has lost his way since, including for new yard on last 2 starts. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 86

2 WEEBILL (GB) (17) (£7000)

ALEX EDWARDS (3)

10 11 8

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Wee Dinns (IRE) (Marju (IRE)) O Mrs R. J. Skan Br C. R. R. Sweeting & Conduit Farm Partner T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S McCoy Contractors LIGHT BLUE and ROYAL BLUE diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Missed all of 2019 and 2020 but proved he still has something to offer with back-to-back selling/claiming victories at Leicester this season. Likely remains in form after runner-up effort at Catterick last time. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/3/2022 Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114 KATIE O’FARRELL (5) it was reported that the horse sustained a small overreach wound.

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3 CHANTECLER (GB) (17) (£7000)

00-06PP C 11 11 2

B g Authorized (IRE) - Snow Goose (Polar Falcon (USA)) O Mr D. White Br Sir Thomas Pilkington T Katharine Davis, Reading ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoops and armlets.

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of handicap hurdles in 2020/21 but form has gone the wrong way since, leaving Nicky Henderson after his eighth start that season. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 91

4 CHEF DE TROUPE (FR) (15) (£7000) 133-20P

B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Tazminya (Fantastic Light (USA)) O Mr Tony Forbes Br Mme Karine Perreau T Tony Forbes, Uttoxeter S Tote RED, YELLOW disc, hooped sleeves and cap.

9 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back hurdles for Dr Richard Newland in 2020/21 but little form for current yard. Dropped in weights before third at Southwell on the Flat in February and below that level at Wolverhampton last time. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

5 LE FIGARO FAOUDEL (FR) (168) (£7000)

0-00P04

JOE ANDERSON (7)

CHRIS WARD (5)

7 11 2

B g Nicobar - Lectrice (FR) (Okawango (USA)) O Grace Harris Racing Br J.P. Raoult, F. Le Gall & J.L. Guillerm T Grace Harris, Shirenewton S Grace Harris Racing DARK BLUE, WHITE spots, WHITE and DARK BLUE halved sleeves, DARK BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown little form this season in Ireland, including in handicap hurdles the last twice following 4 months off. Absent for another 168 days having left Eoin Christopher McCarthy. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

6 ROMAN KNOWS (GB) (68) (£7000) 330-40

BEN JONES

5 11 2

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Entre Nous (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA)) O Mr C. E. Handford Br Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd T Laura Young, Bridgwater DARK GREEN, YELLOW chevrons, armlets and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed his first form when fourth in small-field bumper at Worcester on yard debut in May. However, possibly flattered that day and was well held on hurdling bow in January. Blinkers on 1st time. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

GAVIN SHEEHAN

7 SAN PEDRO DE SENAM (FR) (17) (£7000) 0-63504

9 11 2

Br g Saint des Saints (FR) - Tetiaroa (FR) (Poliglote) O Mrs Jane George & Mrs Helen Shelton Br Pierre Senamaud & Jacques Detre T Gary Moore, Horsham S K M Elite Products Ltd MAROON and DARK GREEN diabolo, chevrons on sleeves, MAROON and PINK quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2018 but he is coming down in the weights as a result and ran one of his better recent efforts when fourth at Fontwell (19.2f ) earlier this month. Can run his race again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93

8 SOFIA’S ROCK (FR) (46) (£7000)

0F-P464

JOSHUA MOORE

8 11 2

B g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Princess Sofia (UAE) (Pennekamp (USA)) O Mezzone Family 1 Br Jean-Francois Gribomont T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Cms Kidderminster RED, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat and similar standard over hurdles when winning twice in 2018/19. Yet to fire this season, often racing too freely, but is the one to beat now dropped significantly in grade. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 115

9 CUCHAVIVA (GB) (62) (£7000)

00-P

MR TRISTAN DURRELL (7)

6 10 9

Ch m Lucarno (USA) - A Fistful of Euros (East Wood) O Mr D. J. Ffrench Davis Br Shade Oak Stud T Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn S High View Racing Ltd LIGHT GREEN, ORANGE star, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, ORANGE stars, LIGHT GREEN cap, ORANGE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in 2 starts in bumpers and best watched on hurdling debut. Has left Barry Brennan. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

BEN FFRENCH DAVIS (7)

Number of Declared Runners 9 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 6, 9. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

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2021: FALBERTO (FR) 6 11 4 Fergus Gregory 9-1 (Jake Coulson) 8 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 5-4 Sofia’s Rock (FR), 9-4 Weebill (GB), 10-1 San Pedro de Senam (FR), 11-1 Chef de Troupe (FR), 16-1 Le Figaro Faoudel (FR), 33-1 Chantecler (GB), 40-1 Thomas Kershaw (IRE), 80-1 Roman Knows (GB), Cuchaviva (GB) RACE SUMMARY: This looks a good opportunity for SOFIA’S ROCK to get back to winning ways. A useful performer at his best, he hasn’t gone on as expected over timber but can make the most of dropping into selling company for the first time. His main danger looks to be Weebill who has been in good form of late in similar events, while San Pedro de Senam can also run his race after finishing fourth in a handicap last time. 1-2-3: 1.SOFIA’S ROCK (FR) 2.WEEBILL 3.SAN PEDRO DE SENAM (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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5 TH R A C E 4 . 0 3 P M

The Margaret Banister Birthday Celebration Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards Total race value £8700 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3631; Second £1816; Third £907; Fourth £454. (Penalty Value £4738.02) SEE PAGE 32 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 GEOMETRICAL (IRE) (19)

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Jockey

5 11 7

Ch g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Symmetrical (USA) O Henfold Geometers Br J. S. Bolger T Toby Lawes, Beare Green S Lawmens Limited DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE diamonds, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, PINK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat for Jim Bolger and made a winning start in this sphere with a Doncaster novice win last month. Similar form when third at Southwell next time and there’s every chance he will be in the mix. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 117

2 PRIVATORY (FR) (18)

B g Motivator - Peinture Rose (USA) O Hale Sargent Evans Clifton T Gary Moore, Horsham LIGHT GREEN, ORANGE sleeves and cap.

11 D

4 11 2

Br Mr Jean-Pierre Dubois S Oberon Investments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut in a French newcomers race for David Cottin and followed up after 3 months off on yard debut at Sandown 18 days ago. Seems sure to do better, so bold bid expected for the hat-trick. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 124

3 ACCIDENTAL LEGEND (IRE) (20) 046

B g Shirocco (GER) - Cloth Fair (IRE) O Mr Nic Brereton T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham BLACK, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars.

5 TH RACE

JOSHUA MOORE

5 11 0

Br Mr S. Spillane S bresbet ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly being brought along with handicaps in mind, considerately handled when sixth of 11 in novice hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, heavy, 25/1) 20 days ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 HALF NELSON (GB) (593)

0//66-

Ch g Mount Nelson - Maria Antonia (IRE) O Jonathan Thomas & Partner Br Clear Racing Ltd T Grace Harris, Shirenewton S Grace Harris Racing BLACK, ORANGE hollow box and armlets, check cap.

5 HENRY BOX BROWN (IRE) (12)

1-0

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Lough Coyne (IRE) O Old Gold Racing 7 Br Miss E. Hamilton T Evan Williams, Llancarfan OLD GOLD, WHITE chevron, WHITE cap.

300

JORDAN NAILOR (3)

5 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut bumper winner for Shane O’Brien but shaped as if very much in need of the experience sent hurdling on return at Taunton 12 days ago. Should improve, but unlikely to feature in this. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 HUNKY (FR) (30)

PADDY BRENNAN

7 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a trio of bumpers so makes little appeal with attentions turned to hurdling after 19 months off the track. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

B g Tirwanako (FR) - Funkia (FR) O Mr G. T. H. Bailey T Caroline Bailey, Holdenby ORANGE, GREEN sleeves and stripes on RED cap.

KEVIN BROGAN (3)

ADAM WEDGE

5 11 0

Br Mr Sebastien Berger S Caroline Bailey Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Held in bumper/2m novice hurdles this year and looks one for handicaps. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

JACK ANDREWS (5)

7 POINT HIM OUT (USA) (24)

5 11 0

B g Point of Entry (USA) - Rahy’s Colors (USA) O H.Pridham & D.Donoghue Br Empire Equines LLC T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough S Hatherden Horse Transport PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE disc, WHITE and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves, PURPLE and LIGHT BLUE hooped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at up to 9f on the Flat in the US and shaped better than first time up over hurdles when fourth at Wincanton earlier this month. Certainly has a future in this sphere so holds solid each-way claims. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

8 SECRET MOSS (GB) (173)

00-P0

TOM BELLAMY

7 10 7

Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Secret Whisper O Mrs Gill Summers Br Mrs Gill Summers T Rob Summers, Solihull LIGHT BLUE, WHITE hoops and armlets.

TIMEFORM VIEW No sign of ability in pair of bumpers/C&D novice hurdles. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - CHARLIE HAMMOND

9 RIGHT TURN (IRE) (154)

4 10 4

B g Kodiac - Miss Topsy Turvy (IRE) O Ladies In Racing Br Windflower Overseas Holdings Inc T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S McCoy Contractors BLACK, PINK spots, PINK sleeves, BLACK spots and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat for Ger Lyons, ending last season with a respectable sixth of 20 in handicap at Leopardstown (10f, good, 11/1) in October. Market check advised on hurdles bow. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

10 GLANCE AT ME (GB) (23)

B f Passing Glance - Marys Legend O Robert and Sandra Davenport Br Mr R. & Mrs S. M. Davenport T Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, WHITE cap.

GAVIN SHEEHAN

4 10 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off in Ludlow novice hurdle earlier this month. Makes no appeal on that evidence. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

DANIEL HISKETT (3)

Number of Declared Runners 10 ................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn by No. 4.

IST ......................................................

3RD......................................................

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2ND .....................................................

4TH......................................................

TIME................................................

2021: STEPNEY CAUSEWAY 4 11 5 Harry Skelton 4-11 (Dan Skelton) 11 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 6-5 Privatory (FR), 10-3 Geometrical (IRE), Point Him Out (USA), 22-1 Right Turn (IRE), 25-1 Accidental Legend (IRE), 40-1 Henry Box Brown (IRE), Hunky (FR), 150-1 Half Nelson (GB), 250-1 Secret Moss (GB), Glance At Me (GB) RACE SUMMARY: Only a handful of these make any serious appeal with PRIVATORY getting the nod to bring up the hat-trick and maintain his unbeaten record in the process with improvement on the cards. Doncasterwinner Geometrical rates as the obvious danger having made a winning start over hurdles last month, with Point Him Out seemingly best of the rest. 1-2-3: 1.PRIVATORY (FR) 2.GEOMETRICAL (IRE) 3.POINT HIM OUT (USA) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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THE RESULT...

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6 TH R A C E 4 . 3 8 P M

The Paul Diblasio Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) (Challenger Staying Chase Series Qualifier) TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for five yrs old and upwards Total race value £13400 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (PenaltyValue £6535.20)Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of theWeights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 0 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 KAP AUTEUIL (FR) (35)

1-10140 C

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Turboka (FR) O Andrew & Sarah Wates T Toby Lawes, Beare Green NAVY BLUE, GREEN sash, CERISE cap.

Age st

O T

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

7 12 0

Br Mme Henri Devin S Lawmens Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made big strides over fences, winning 5 of his last 7 starts over the bigger obstacles. Well held in novice hurdle last time but could do better now returned to chasing. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 136

2 SHOAL BAY (IRE) (154)

351-UPP

HARRY BANNISTER

9 11 12

B g Gold Well - Ring Hill O Mrs R. J. Skan Br Arctic Tack & Norrismount Studs T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S McCoy Contractors LIGHT BLUE and ROYAL BLUE diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Most unlucky not to make a winning return at Worcester (saddle slipped on run-in when clear). However, let down by jumping when pulled up in both starts since. Bit to prove having left Colin Tizzard. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 134

3 GRAND SANCY (FR) (56)

34-54P6

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - La Courtille (FR) O Martin Broughton Racing Partners Br Dr Vet Brigitte Poulve T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat S Morson Group RED, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine and sleeves.

8 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who has proved useful over fences, running well when fourth in Newbury handicap chase in November. Below form in 2 listed handicaps since but should appreciate this drop in grade. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 132

4 GALAHAD QUEST (FR) (28)

B g American Post - Atacames (FR) O Holt, Macnabb, Robinson & Jeffrey T Nick Williams, South Molton MAROON, PINK epaulets, sleeves and star on cap.

35F625

6 TH RACE

HARRY COBDEN

6 11 10

Br Mr Bruno Vagne S Culverhill Farm Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account over fences at Haydock (19.9f ) on final start last term and has been running well this season. Creditable effort trying 3m at Kempton last time and could get back to winning ways down in class/trip. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 132

5 SHETLAND BUS (GER) (161)

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Shali Tori (FR) O Mr D. Hague T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich ORANGE, BROWN epaulets.

AIDAN COLEMAN

112S35

DAVID NOONAN

9 11 2

Br Frau Le Meur S Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick over hurdles at Perth last summer for Justin Landy, before good efforts 2 of next 3 starts. Rare below par effort when last seen and now tries chasing again for new yard, Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 124 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

6 L’AIR DU VENT (FR) (87)

1PF5-PP

8 11 0

B g Coastal Path - Bleu Perle (FR) O Brocade Racing Br Mme A. Cypres & Cte A. Maggiar T Colin Tizzard, Sherborne S Coral Racing Limited RED and PURPLE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who made it second time lucky over fences last November. However, beaten a long way on sole subsequent completion and has plenty to prove at present. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 122 on 29/12/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

BRENDAN POWELL

7 BLACK KALANISI (IRE) (21)

1414-24

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Blackthorne Winter (IRE) O The Harefield Racing Club Br Mrs J. O. Onions T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham ORANGE and BLACK diamonds.

9 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3-runner chase and jumpers bumper last winter for Joseph Tuite. Third on yard/seasonal debut in handicap chase here and in the frame on Flat last 3 starts, winning at Southwell on first occasion. Up in trip. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

8 JOUEUR BRESILIEN (FR) (27)

PADDY BRENNAN

0/10-0UP CD 10 10 12

B g Fuisse (FR) - Fille du Bresil (FR) O Inthewayboy Group Br N. Madamet, Y. Fouin & B. Sivadier T Rebecca Curtis, Newport S William Hill DARK GREEN, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK diamonds, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his tally in this sphere over C&D a year ago. Would have likely finished third had he not unseated at Bangor (3m) on penultimate start but ran below par last time. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120

SEAN BOWEN

Number of Declared Runners 8 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

THE RESULT... IST ......................................................

3RD......................................................

DISTANCES ..................................

2ND .....................................................

4TH......................................................

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2021: BORN SURVIVOR (IRE) 10 11 12 Harry Skelton 5-2 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 11-4 Galahad Quest (FR), 7-2 Grand Sancy (FR), 5-1 Kap Auteuil (FR), 8-1 Black Kalanisi (IRE), 9-1 Shetland Bus (GER), 14-1 Shoal Bay (IRE), Joueur Bresilien (FR), 25-1 L’Air du Vent (FR) RACE SUMMARY: GALAHAD QUEST has been running well this season and can capitalise on this weaker race to get back to winning ways. The 6-y-o has been holding his own in competitive contests, including when runner-up in a Grade 3 handicap at Cheltenham in January, and the new trip can suit. Grand Sancy is also dropping in grade and is feared, while Kap Auteuil could do better now back over fences. 1-2-3: 1.GALAHAD QUEST (FR) 2.GRAND SANCY (FR) 3.KAP AUTEUIL (FR)

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The Cotswold Larder Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four, five and six yrs old

Total race value £4000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209. (Penalty Value £2178.40) SEE PAGE 0 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 CARRIGDOUN BOY (IRE) (116)

0-11 D

Age st

B g Valirann (FR) - Coosan Belle (IRE) O Ms Anna Baldwin Br Dunk Again Syndicate T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham S Wasdell Group BLACK, ORANGE star, GREY sleeves, ORANGE stars, GREY cap, ORANGE star.

O T

OWNER TRAINER

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

5 11 9

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, won 9-runner bumper at Southwell (15.8f, good) on NH debut 116 days ago, running on. Form looks solid and he’s open to improvement, so makes plenty of appeal. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

2 KRACKA NUT (GB) (102)

MR A J O’NEILL (7)

5 11 9

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - More Like That (IRE) O Stonegrave Thoroughbreds Br Mr D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey T Dan Skelton, Alcester S The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) WHITE, BLACK Cross of Lorraine, sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding who looked above average when quickening up smartly to make a winning start at Catterick 3 months ago. Slight concern that he’s been off since, but open to improvement and highly respected. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

3 BEST MATE DAVE (GB) (-)

B g Passing Glance - Dillay Brook (IRE) O Dave’s Best Mates T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green DARK BLUE, ORANGE sash, WHITE cap.

5 11 2 Br M. B. Bent S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance gelding. Dam (c86/h93), 3 1/4m chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Kick For Touch. Bred to need more time and distance. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 EXMOOR FOREST (IRE) (23)

050

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Horner Vale (IRE) O West Country Racing Br P. M. Prior-Wandesforde T Ben Lund, Bridgwater WHITE, RED braces, WHITE sleeves, RED stars, striped cap.

5 HURRICANE BAY (GB) (28)

53-5

B g Malinas (GER) - Another Storm O The Hanseatic League Br D. A. Wales T Lucy Wadham, Newmarket S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP FAWN and WHITE check, FAWN sleeves, WHITE cuﬀs, quartered cap.

6 RED RIVER VALLEY (IRE) (147)

BRYONY FROST

6 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 5-y-o, Imperial Monarch gelding. Brother to fair hurdler Imperial View, and half-brother to 2 winners, including useful chaser Daymar Bay. Dam placed in points. Highly respected on debut. Makes plenty of appeal on paper. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

CHARLIE DEUTSCH

6 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers so far, albeit only fifth at Kempton last time. Will need to pull out more if he’s to feature in this. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Sunset View (IRE) O R V Racing Br Mr Colm Looney T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S bresbet ltd EMERALD GREEN, RED chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap.

KIELAN WOODS

5 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most straightforward and hasn’t achieved enough to make him of serious interest. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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HARRY SKELTON

PADDY BRENNAN

7 STROLL ON BY (IRE) (40)

223

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Liss Croga (IRE) O Old Gold Racing 9 Br Niall Flynn T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton S Merribelle Stable Llc OLD GOLD, WHITE chevron, WHITE cap.

5 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred 5-y-o who has been placed on each of his 3 starts to date, just unable to sustain his effort when third at Catterick 40 days ago. Should give his running once more, but he’s vulnerable. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

8 LIGHTFOOT LADY (IRE) (-)

5 10 9

B m Leading Light (IRE) - Springinherstep (IRE) O The Knot Again Partnership Br Denis Noonan T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn S Unibet LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW check, ORANGE and BLACK hooped sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW €20,000 3-y-o, Leading Light mare. Half-sister to bumper winner Firestep. Dam (h132), bumper/2m hurdle winner, closely related to bumper winner/useful hurdler (stayed 25f ) Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating Oathkeeper. One to note for top yard first time out.

9 ALDSWORTH (GB) (-)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Handmaid O DAVID J S SEWELL & BURLING FAMILY T Alan King, Barbury Castle YELLOW, RED spots, LIGHT BLUE cap.

MR BRADLEY ROBERTS (7)

NICO DE BOINVILLE

4 10 6 Br The Burling Family Ltd S Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 3-y-o, Pether’s Moon gelding. Brother to fair hurdler Maid On The Moon. Out of a bumper winner and stable has a reasonable record in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

10 ASIAN SPICE (GB) (-)

B f Scorpion (IRE) - Kim Tian Road (IRE) O Martin Hill and Partners Br Mr Martin & Mrs Rachel Hill T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh S A S Trade Car Sales PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN hoop, WHITE cap.

TOM BELLAMY

4 10 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Scorpion filly. Half-sister to fair hurdler Singapore Saga. Not an obvious sort on paper. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

JAMES BEST

Number of Declared Runners 10 ................................................................................................(Exacta)

THE RESULT... IST ......................................................

3RD......................................................

DISTANCES ..................................

2ND .....................................................

4TH......................................................

TIME................................................

2021: GET SKY HIGH (IRE) 6 10 7 Harry Skelton 9-4 (Dan Skelton) 12 ran

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7 TH RACE

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 7-2 Kracka Nut (GB), 4-1 Lightfoot Lady (IRE), 13-2 Carrigdoun Boy (IRE), Red River Valley (IRE), 17-2 Aldsworth (GB), 9-1 Stroll On By (IRE), 14-1 Hurricane Bay (GB), 22-1 Best Mate Dave (GB), 40-1 Exmoor Forest (IRE), Asian Spice (GB) RACE SUMMARY: KRACKA NUT looked an excellent prospect when making a winning start at Catterick around Christmas, not needing to be asked for everything to stamp his authority in the closing stages, so he’s worth a chance to defy a penalty. Fellow debut winner Carrigdoun Boy is a danger and Lightfoot Lady appeals as an interesting newcomer. 1-2-3: 1.KRACKA NUT 2.CARRIGDOUN BOY (IRE) 3.LIGHTFOOT LADY (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.43 - THE 25 CLUB HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4084 to the winning horse The second to receive £1881, the third £940 and the fourth £471. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £37 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £30 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The 25 Club have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 10 entries at £37. - Closed March 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392. (Penalty Value £4084.50) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.18 - THE LADY ELLA’S HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2940 to the winning horse The second to receive £1354, the third £677, the fourth £350, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 21st and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 19th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsor has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 17 entries at £25. - Closed March 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2253; Second £1127; Third £563; Fourth £291; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £2940.84) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.53 - THE LADY ELLA’S HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2940 to the winning horse The second to receive £1354, the third £677, the fourth £350, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 21st and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 19th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsor has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 17 entries at £25. - Closed March 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2253; Second £1127; Third £563; Fourth £291; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £2940.84) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.28 - THE 17TH JULY IS LADIES DAY SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2668 to the winning horse The second to receive £1229, the third £614, the fourth £350, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 21st and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st. The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £3200 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £7000. Stratford Racecourse has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner, and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post-race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 15 entries at £22. Closed March 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2045; Second £1023; Third £511; Fourth £290; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £2668.54) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.03 - THE MARGARET BANISTER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualiﬁer) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4738 to the winning horse The second to receive £2182, the third £1090 and the fourth £546. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 21st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st. The family of Margaret Banister have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 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. 19 entries at £35. - Closed March 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3631; Second £1816; Third £907; Fourth £454. (Penalty Value £4738.02) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.38 - THE PAUL DIBLASIO MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Staying Chase Series Qualiﬁer) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504, the fourth £753, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 19th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The friends and family of Paul Diblasio generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER STAYING CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of Three Miles About One and a Half Furlongs, Lancashire Course (3m 1f 125 yds) at Haydock Park on 16th April, 2022. 15 entries at £60. - Closed March 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £6535.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.10 - THE COTSWOLD LARDER OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2178 to the winning horse The second to receive £1003, the third £501 and the fourth £251. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 21st and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Cotswold Larder has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 22 entries at £20. - Closed March 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209. (Penalty Value £2178.40) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.

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O FFIC I A LS S TA RTE R S ROBERT SUPPLE S O P H I A U P TO N

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CL E RK O F THE SCA LES OLLIE MANN

CLER K OF TH E C O U R S E NESSIE CHANTER

V E T E RIN ARY OFFI CER GRAHAM POT TS

RACEDAY PR ES EN T E R ROBERT BELL AMY

V E T E RI N A RY SU R GEON S T O M R I G H TO N F I O N A E L L I OT A L A N WA L K E R NANCY HOME WOOD

B ETTIN G R I N G M A NAG E R ANDREW COLLINS

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OFFICIAL RACE PROGRAMME Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse

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