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The Family of Claudio Matas The Family of Amy & Matthew Stride The Family of John Barnett CONTENTS Guide to the Racecourse ......................................................................................... 4-5 Map of the Racecourse ............................................................................................. 6-7 Reading the Racecard ...................................................................................................8 Track Facts.......................................................................................................................9 Ofﬁcials ..........................................................................................................................31 1.50pm The Find Winning Tipsters At tipsterreviews.co.uk Novices' Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race).......................................................................................................12 2.23pm The Claudio's 50th Birthday Novices' Handicap Chase (Class 5) ..............16 2.55pm The Savage & Stride Wedding Celebration Handicap Hurdle (Class 4).....20 3.30pm The Happy 90th Birthday John Barnett Mares' Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) ............. 22 4.05pm The Racecourse Streams On Racing TV Extra Handicap Chase (Class 5).....24 4.40pm The Bet At racingtv.com Novices' Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) ...................26 5.10pm The Stratford "Grassroots" Open Hunters' Chase (Class 6) ........................28

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.

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.

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Last Fence

COVERED SEATING AREA WITH MOBILE CATERING UNITS

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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 Philip Armson

James Davies

Miss Izzie Marshall

Gavin Sheehan

Mr Paddy Barlow

Rex Dingle

Corey McGivern

Mr Ben Sutton

Tom Midgley

Charlie Todd

2.23, 2.55, 4.05 5.10

Archie Bellamy 4.05

Miss Megan Bevan

5.10

Sean Bowen 2.55, 4.05

Paddy Brennan 1.50, 4.40

Tom Buckley

4.40

Jonathan Burke

2.23

Mr Alex Chadwick 4.05

2.55, 4.40 3.30

Mr Tristan Durrell 1.50, 5.10

Alex Edwards 4.40

Jonathan England 1.50

Ciaran Gethings 2.23

Fergus Gregory 3.30, 4.40

Charlie Hammond 2.55

Alison Johnson 2.23

5.10 1.50 2.23

Jamie Moore 3.30, 4.40

Luca Morgan 2.55, 4.05

Paul O’Brien 4.05

Richard Patrick 3.30

Mr Dale Peters 5.10

Jack Quinlan

2.23, 3.30 5.10 4.05

Sam Twiston-Davies 4.40

Chris Ward 4.40

Tabitha Worsley 2.23

Mr Toby Wynne 5.10

Nico de Boinville 3.30, 4.40

4.40

TRAINERS Miss Megan Jenifer Bevan

Sam England

Neil King

David Pipe

Roy Brotherton

4.05

Caroline Fryer

Tracey Leeson

Peter Pritchard

Jennie Candlish

2.23

Robbie Llewellyn

Mel Rowley

5.10 3.30 2.23

Tony Carroll

3.30

Miss V. Collins 5.10

Jake Coulson 4.05

1.50, 2.23

Tom George Nick Gifford 4.40

Oliver Greenall 3.30

Gary Hanmer 2.55, 4.05

Nicky Henderson

Chris Down

3.30, 4.40

Alexandra Dunn

5.10

2.55 3.30

Huw Edwards 5.10

T. Ellis 5.10

Alan Hill Anthony Honeyball 3.30

J. R. Jenkins 1.50

4.40 4.40 5.10

Charlie Longsdon 4.05

Philip McBride

2.23, 2.55

4.05 4.40

Aytach Sadik 2.23

Dan Skelton

4.40

1.50

4.40

2.23

Olly Murphy Dr Richard Newland 2.55, 4.40

Fergal O’Brien 1.50, 4.40

Ben Pauling 2.55, 4.05

D. Peters 5.10

Jamie Snowden Adam West 4.40

Dai Williams 5.10

Ian Williams 4.05

Max Young 2.23

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

2m110y H 3m3f H

Finish Water Jump

2m6f H 2m7f C

open ditch

2m4f C 2m3f H 2m5f110y C

Grandstand

TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2017-2022) WITH RUNNERS: D SKELTON (40 wins from 168 runners, 24%) runs STARSKY (1.50). DR R NEWLAND (18 wins from 73 runners, 25%) runs GAME SOCKS (2.55), TANGO ECHO CHARLIE (4.40). FERGAL O’BRIEN (17 wins from 100 runners, 17%) runs AMADORIO (1.50), BAY OF INTRIGUE (4.40).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: N HENDERSON (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runs CRYSTAL GAZING (3.30), BRILLIANT PRESENT (4.40). D SKELTON (8 wins from 34 runners, 24%) runners listed above. D PIPE (8 wins from 20 runners, 40%) runs MORGENSTERN (2.23), D’JANGO (2.55).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2017-2022) WITH RIDES: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (29 wins from 138 rides, 21%) rides TANGO ECHO CHARLIE (4.40). SEAN BOWEN (14 wins from 85 rides, 16%) rides HILLVIEW (2.55), HIGH COUNSEL (4.05). PADDY BRENNAN (12 wins from 91 rides, 13%) rides AMADORIO (1.50), BAY OF INTRIGUE (4.40).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (6 wins from 32 rides, 19%) rides listed above. SEAN BOWEN (6 wins from 24 rides, 25%) rides listed above. NICO DE BOINVILLE (5 wins from 17 rides, 29%) rides CRYSTAL GAZING (3.30), BRILLIANT PRESENT (4.40).

WEIGHTWATCHER The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 4.05 HIGH COUNSEL (won off 88 down 8lb to 80).

CLASSY TIPS The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 5.10 ZAMPARELLI (down 2 grades).

STABLE MOVES 3.30 EVA’S DIVA has moved from D J Jeffreys to R Brotherton.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS KINGSTON KING (4.05) trained by J Coulson, Heaton, distance of 227 miles. GOODNIGHT CHARLIE (4.05) trained by C Fryer, Wymondham, distance of 153 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th April.

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

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.

ADDITIONAL FOOD OUTLETS

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

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

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

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TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards

1 ST RACE

Total race value £8700 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3631; Second £1816; Third £907; Fourth £454. (Penalty Value £4738.02) SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 STARSKY (IRE) (19)

2U1P45

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8 11 12

B g Shantou (USA) - Lunar Star (IRE) O S Smith & S Campion Br Lynda Williams T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Ladbrokes,TheAir AmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) MAUVE, YELLOW hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap, MAUVE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who wasn’t disgraced when fifth in a handicap at Market Rasen recently. Should find this easier, and is likely to play a role in the finish. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 119

2 AMADORIO (FR) (12)

332F/F-3

B g Authorized (IRE) - Carolles (FR) O F&M Bloodstock Limited Br M. L. Bloodstock Limited T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S The General Asphalte Co.UK BLACK, YELLOW chevrons, checked sleeves, quartered cap.

7 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in France in 2019 but fell a couple of times over there and, back from a long absence, his jumping was scrappy when third in a novice at Uttoxeter 12 days ago. Not discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

3 KINONDO KWETU (GB) (22)

1/1-4022

B g Casamento (IRE) - Asinara (GER) O Mrs Samantha England Br Allseasons Bloodstock T Sam England, Guiseley S Keighley Steel PURPLE, PINK and WHITE striped sleeves, PINK cap.

MR TRISTAN DURRELL (7)

PADDY BRENNAN

6 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in 2 starts in points and getting the hang of things over hurdles, runner-up in a handicap at Newcastle last time. That form has been boosted since and his yard is going well, so solid claims. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/3/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105 JONATHAN ENGLAND

4 TILSWORTH SAMMY (GB) (25)

B g Mount Nelson - Chara O Mr M. Ng T J. R. Jenkins, Royston EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE stripe and armlets.

7 11 0

Br Michael Ng S TILSWORTH STUD FARM

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden on the Flat and has shown nothing to date over hurdles. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - COREY MCGIVERN (7)

Number of Declared Runners 4 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Visor worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

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2021: THE BULL MCCABE (IRE) 7 11 6 David Bass EVENS (Kim Bailey) 2 ran

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BETTING FORECAST: 6-4 Starsky (IRE), 2-1 Amadorio (FR), 5-2 Kinondo Kwetu (GB), 250-1 Tilsworth Sammy (GB) RACE SUMMARY: KINONDO KWETU was only denied by a subsequent winner in a handicap at Newcastle last time and he may well have more to offer, so he’s fancied to take this weak event. Starsky is closely matched with the selection in form terms and, provided Amadorio can brush up his jumping, he’s capable of getting involved.

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1-2-3: 1.KINONDO KWETU 2.STARSKY (IRE) 3.AMADORIO (FR)

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The Claudio’S 50th Birthday Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) for novice five yrs old and upwards Total race value £6436 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £290; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £2723) SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 MORGENSTERN (FR) (12)

2PP232

2 ND RACE

B g Sommerabend - Pink And Red (USA) O Judith Wilson Br E.A.R.L. Ecurie Villebadin T David Pipe, Wellington S W & S Recycling RED, WHITE star, RED and BLACK striped sleeves, WHITE cap, BLACK star.

Age st

O T

OWNER TRAINER

202114

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

5 11 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time hurdles winner in France. Form has been patchy since crossing the Channel, though latest second of 4 at Fontwell was one of his better efforts. A reproduction of that should see him firmly in the mix down in class. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105

2 JOBESGREEN LAD (GB) (67)

PHILIP ARMSON (7)

7 11 12

B g Passing Glance - Overnight Fame (IRE) O Mr R. Cornock Br Mrs M. Cornock & Mr R. T. Cornock T Tom George, Slad S HBA Media DARK GREEN, YELLOW seams, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive since switched to chasing and seemed to have plenty in hand when scoring at Hereford. Looked the winner’s main threat for most of the straight at Exeter since so remains of interest back down in class. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 104

3 TOO MUCH TO ASK (IRE) (314)

0/00-641

B g Ask - Chinara (IRE) O Whites Property Limited Br J. R. Weston T Jennie Candlish, Leek S Pra World Ltd BLACK, YELLOW seams, diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap.

9 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on reduced mark when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle at Cartmel in May. Off since but only 2lb higher ahead of belated chase bow. Often held up. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

4 LARGY MOUTH (GB) (129)

40-655F

JONATHAN BURKE

CIARAN GETHINGS

7 10 13

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Leblon (IRE) O The Atkin Partnership Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited T Sam England, Guiseley S Keighley Steel ORANGE, WHITE cross belts, ORANGE sleeves, WHITE spots, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Patchy form for Brian Ellison and hasn’t fared any better for new yard. Makes chase debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 91

5 ARBENNIG (IRE) (17)

3-630P

TOM MIDGLEY (5)

6 10 6

B or Br g Yeats (IRE) - Ultra Light (FR) O AWR Consultancy, Stacey, Kirk & Fields Br Mr Robert Hennessy T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S Betvictor EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW stripes, YELLOW sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, YELLOW cap, EMERALD GREEN star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising third in a Hereford bumper last season. Failed to build on that in 2m hurdles and offered little on chase/handicap debut at Chepstow last month. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84

6 NYOUFSEA (GB) (17)

6434P4

GAVIN SHEEHAN

7 10 0

Gr g Fair Mix (IRE) - Just Smokie O Mr A. Sadik Br Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb T Aytach Sadik, Kidderminster S B. Hawkins Plant Hire DARK GREEN and YELLOW diamonds, DARK GREEN sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to progress over hurdles and has struggled over fences this season for current connections. Very hard to make a case for from out of the handicap. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/3/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 71 ALISON JOHNSON (7)

7 STINGGREY (IRE) (20)

F0/-400F

9 10 0

Gr g Scorpion (IRE) - Northinn Lady (IRE) O Max Young Racing Club Br T. Daly T Max Young, Droitwich PURPLE, WHITE diamond, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE diamonds, PURPLE cap, WHITE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete on 2 of his 3 starts between the flags and well beaten in 3 starts over hurdles. Tailed off when falling 3 out on chase/handicap bow in this headgear at Wincanton 3 weeks ago. Out of the handicap and easy to look elsewhere. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 69 TABITHA WORSLEY (3)

Number of Declared Runners 7 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 7.

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BETTING FORECAST: 7-4 Jobesgreen Lad (GB), 2-1 Morgenstern (FR), 11-2 Too Much To Ask (IRE), 10-1 Arbennig (IRE), 11-1 Largy Mouth (GB), 66-1 Nyoufsea (GB), Stinggrey (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: JOBESGREEN LAD was unable to complete the hat-trick at Exeter but he shaped better than the bare result so can quickly resume winning ways back down in class. Morgenstern finished second in a better race than this at Fontwell 12 days ago so is the obvious threat. 1-2-3: 1.JOBESGREEN LAD 2.MORGENSTERN (FR) 3.TOO MUCH TO ASK (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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2021: GETAWAYTONEWBAY (IRE) 8 11 1 Stan Sheppard 17-2 (Matt Sheppard) 12 ran

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3 RD R A C E 2 . 5 5 P M

The Savage & Stride Wedding Celebration Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 83yds) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £8100 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3088; Second £1544; Third £772; Fourth £386; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £4030.04) Weights lowered 10lb. SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 GAME SOCKS (IRE) (22)

55-2661 D

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Late Night Deed O Chris Stedman & Mark Albon Br J. & C. Jiggens T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich S Coulthursts Ltd LIGHT BLUE, BROWN Cross of Lorraine, striped sleeves and star on cap.

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OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

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6 11 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Plumpton maiden (20.5f ) last winter and back to winning ways with cheekpieces added (retained) when taking a 3 1/4m Fontwell handicap (Raddon Top third) last month. Should remain competitive after a 3lb rise. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112 CHARLIE HAMMOND

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2 RADDON TOP (IRE) (22)

051113 BF

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Knockbrack Vic (IRE) O Mrs S. M. Trump Br Vincent O’Connor T Chris Down, Cullompton S Woodwarm Stoves BLACK, WHITE chevron and armlets, hooped cap.

9 11 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple point winner who has improved over hurdles since switched to handicaps, completing an Exeter hat-trick in January/February. Winning run ended when 2 1/4 lengths third to Game Socks at Fontwell but it was another creditable effort. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

3 HILLVIEW (IRE) (5)

421211

B g Fruits of Love (USA) - Da Das Delight (IRE) O Dr David Pickering Br Desmond Amond T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Tote LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE diamond, DARK BLUE cap.

6 11 4 (in 7lb ex)

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form in handicaps, readily landing a third win of the campaign at Southwell 93m) 5 days ago. 7lb penalty doesn’t look enough to stop him if showing up in similar form. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 101

4 D’JANGO (FR) (18)

F4F526

JAMES DAVIES

SEAN BOWEN

9 11 1

Br g Balko (FR) - Quizas Jolie (FR) O Judith Wilson Br Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil T David Pipe, Wellington S W & S Recycling RED, WHITE star, RED and BLACK striped sleeves, WHITE cap, BLACK star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful chaser in France. More like it for this yard when runner-up over hurdles at Wincanton (3m) last month. Claims if a lesser run at Ffos Las since is forgiven. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

5 GET PREPARED (GB) (72)

4F-614U

PHILIP ARMSON (7)

7 11 0

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Star Ar Aghaidh (IRE) O The Aldaniti Partnership Br Mrs Alastair Crow T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sash, armlets and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed improved form to get off the mark in 20.5f Southwell handicap (good) in December. Possibly unsuited by much more testing ground when well-held fourth at Huntingdon next time. Unseated early at Doncaster since. Remains unexposed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

LUCA MORGAN (3)

Number of Declared Runners 5 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2.

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2021: WBEE (IRE) 6 11 0 Bryan Carver 13-8 (Gary Hanmer) 10 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 11-8 Hillview (IRE), 4-1 Game Socks (IRE), Raddon Top (IRE), 6-1 D’Jango (FR), 11-1 Get Prepared (GB) RACE SUMMARY: HILLVIEW had plenty in hand at Southwell on Tuesday and a 7lb penalty doesn’t look enough to stop him if showing up here in a similar mood. Game Socks was back on song when defeating Raddon Top at Fontwell and can give Gary Hanmer’s charge most to do. 1-2-3: 1.HILLVIEW (IRE) 2.GAME SOCKS (IRE) 3.D’JANGO (FR) 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 . 3 0 P M

The Happy 90th Birthday John Barnett Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total race value £8100 OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£3088;Second£1544;Third£772;Fourth£386;Fifth£280;Sixth£280.(PenaltyValue£4030.04) Weightsraised1lbandparagraph34oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable. SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 CRYSTAL GAZING (GB) (18)

14r145 D

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Crystal Princess (IRE) O Harper Girls Br Mrs L. V. Williamson T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn S Unibet PURPLE, MAUVE chevron and armlets, MAUVE and PURPLE quartered cap.

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O T

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2 MIDNIGHT CALLISTO (GB) (37)

642315 BF

4 TH RACE

3 TAYLORS THREE ROCK (IRE) (15) 260-26D

Jockey

NICO DE BOINVILLE

REX DINGLE

6 10 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Hard-pulling front runner who was second on her Plumpton hurdle debut last May but has been well held in 2 hurdles and a Flat maiden since. Makes handicap debut with a hood added. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

4 BLUE COLLAR GLORY (IRE) (143) 216340 D

BREEDER SPONSOR

7 11 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who finally got it right over hurdles in maiden company at Exeter in February. Ran poorly when last of 5 in Doncaster handicap since but she’s consistent overall and could bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/3/2022 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the soft ground. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

Ch m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Miss Me O Ms K. J. Austin Br Michael G. Daly T Tony Carroll, Cropthorne S Mill House Racing Limited RED and EMERALD GREEN stripes, WHITE sleeves, RED cap.

7 11 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged her second win this season in handicap hurdle at Warwick (21f ) in September. Might have needed last month’s return from a break at Ludlow and she’s back on her last winning mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 108

Br m Midnight Legend - Carrigeen Queen (IRE) O Ms Gill Langford Br Simon Dutfield T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster S Geegeez.co.uk BLACK, WHITE braces, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, YELLOW cap, WHITE star.

GAVIN SHEEHAN

5 10 13

B m Fame And Glory - Rosy de Cyborg (FR) O BCC Racing Partnership Br Mr Walter Connors T Oliver Greenall, Malpas S Swansway, Smartplanner LIGHT BLUE and DARK BLUE (quartered), DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE spots, striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner. In the frame in maiden/novice hurdles last autumn. Off since a lesser run on handicap debut in November but returns from a break with her stable among the winners. Remains unexposed. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

5 EVA’S DIVA (IRE) (252)

B m Getaway (GER) - Shouette (IRE) O Miss Samantha Claire Longford T Roy Brotherton, Pershore ROYAL BLUE, RED triple diamond, sleeves and cap.

042-3U5

FERGUS GREGORY

8 10 9

Br John Joseph Murphy

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler. Still in touch when unseating 2 out on course chase debut last June. Below par back hurdling at Market Rasen 5 weeks later (final start for D J Jeffreys). Been off for 8 months. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 91

6 ANNIE NAIL (IRE) (27)

F500P0

Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Castletown Girl O Racehorse Ownership Club Br Sunnyhill Stud T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington S Racehorse Ownership Club RED and WHITE diamonds, striped sleeves, RED cap, WHITE diamond.

5 10 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability on Rules debut, but has offered little in 4 subsequent starts, including handicap chases last twice. Others preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 80

RICHARD PATRICK

JAMIE MOORE

Number of Declared Runners 6 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

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2021: FS LOLA 7 10 5 James Best 5-2 (Jimmy Frost) 4 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 9-4 Crystal Gazing (GB), 3-1 Midnight Callisto (GB), 9-2 Taylors Three Rock (IRE), 7-1 Blue Collar Glory (IRE), 8-1 Eva’s Diva (IRE), 16-1 Annie Nail (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: CRYSTAL GAZING should be sharper with a run behind her and is taken to strike having dropped back to the same mark as when successful at Warwick last autumn. Oliver Greenall has his team in good form and the returning Blue Collar Glory may provide the chief threat ahead of Midnight Callisto. 1-2-3: 1.CRYSTAL GAZING 2.BLUE COLLAR GLORY (IRE) 3.MIDNIGHT CALLISTO FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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4 TH RACE

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

The Racecourse Streams On Racing TV Extra Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

THREE MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 3f 119yds) for five yrs old and upwards

Total race value £6436 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £290; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value£2723)Weightsraised2lbandparagraph34oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable. SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 GOODNIGHT CHARLIE (GB) (23) 3-P1PP2

Gr m Midnight Legend - Over To Charlie O Caroline Fryer Br Steve Hadley T Caroline Fryer, Wymondham DARK BLUE, PINK star, hooped sleeves and star on cap.

Age st

O T

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

12 11 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Usually all or nothing with this veteran mare, making all under this rider at Fakenham on New Year’s Day. Tame efforts next 2 starts before close second at Fakenham last month. Player if in the mood. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98 MR ALEX CHADWICK (7)

2 TIKK TOCK BOOM (IRE) (20)

20/3/-646

Gr m Tikkanen (USA) - Henrietta (IRE) O The Ferandlin Peaches Br B. A. Kilpatrick T Ian Williams, Alvechurch S Tote LIGHT BLUE, RED star, RED sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, RED cap, LIGHT BLUE star.

10 11 11

TIMEFORM VIEW On a good mark judged on form a few seasons back but she hasn’t shown much in 3 starts since returning from a lengthy absence in November. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

3 ARTEMISION (GB) (25)

4P4203

CHARLIE TODD (3)

6 11 8

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Miss Fahrenheit (IRE) O T K Racing Ltd Br Mrs Mary F. Hampton T Ben Pauling, Naunton S T K Clothing Ltd, Fitzdares Club WHITE, DARK BLUE hoop, DARK BLUE cap.

5 TH RACE

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort to date when runner-up at Taunton (23f ) in January. Better effort since when third at Huntingdon last month, doing well to finish as close as he did after a bad mistake at the 15th. Eased another 2lb and needs considering. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 94

4 LARGY NIGHTS (IRE) (25)

3/25/-506

B g Jeremy (USA) - Rowdy Nights (IRE) O Mrs J. A. Wakefield Br Declan Lennon T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton PURPLE, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE stars, PURPLE cap, WHITE star.

8 10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 2 years (finished lame on debut fifth) and not figured either start over hurdles. Offered little on chase/handicap bow at Huntingdon last month. Plenty to prove now tried in headgear. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84

5 EARCOMESBOB (GB) (17)

P23325

LUCA MORGAN (3)

PAUL O’BRIEN

7 10 10

Ch g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Earcomesannie (IRE) O Mr R WStowe & Mr Marc Miller Br R. W. Stowe & the Late D. R. Pritchard T Peter Pritchard, Shipston-on-Stour ORANGE and LIGHT GREEN diamonds.

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner. Only modest form under Rules but has been placed in 3 handicap chases. Likely to be competitive again if latest run can be forgiven. Tongue strap on 1st time. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 82 ARCHIE BELLAMY (7)

6 HIGH COUNSEL (IRE) (43)

06454P

Br g Presenting - The Bench (IRE) O Herongate Racers Br Mr Hugh Calvey T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Tote RED, WHITE chevron, halved sleeves, RED and WHITE striped cap.

13 10 8

TIMEFORM VIEW At the veteran stage now but change of running style seemed to perk him up when fourth of 9 at Carlisle. Ran no sort of race reverted to hold-up tactics at Chepstow since. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80

SEAN BOWEN

7 KINGSTON KING (IRE) (25)

3103P6

8 10 8

B g Morozov (USA) - Gra Mo Chroi O Mr Nick Carter Br Pat Sheehy T Jake Coulson, Heaton S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing BLACK, MAUVE epaulets, hooped sleeves, striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences at Newton Abbot in June and back to winning ways under an attacking ride at Bangor (17f ) in December. Just the one decent effort since, however, and struggled on debut for this yard at Huntingdon. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80

PHILIP ARMSON (7)

Number of Declared Runners 7 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 7.

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2021: FURIUS DE CIERGUES (FR) 6 11 12 Robert Dunne 3-1 (Oliver Greenall) 10 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 10-3 Goodnight Charlie (GB), 7-2 Artemision (GB), 4-1 Earcomesbob (GB), 8-1 High Counsel (IRE), 10-1 Kingston King (IRE), 11-1 Tikk Tock Boom (IRE), Largy Nights (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: ARTEMISION did well to finish as close as he did when third at Huntingdon last time and this 6-y-o is taken to break his duck eased another 2lb. Low-mileage 7-y-o Earcomesbob rates the main threat if his latest run at Chepstow can be forgiven, while Goodnight Charlie can also make her presence felt if in the mood. 1-2-3: 1.ARTEMISION 2.EARCOMESBOB 3.GOODNIGHT CHARLIE FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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6 TH R A C E 4 . 4 0 P M

The Bet At Racingtv.com Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for novice 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 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 TANGO ECHO CHARLIE (IRE) (510)

3/22364-

Age st

B g Stowaway - Wrong In Okanagan (IRE) O Briton International and Partner Br Roy W. Tector T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich S Coulthursts Ltd ORANGE, BEIGE disc, BLACK cap.

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

8 11 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Not seen for 17 months but was holding his own over hurdles in 2020 and the handicapper has given him a chance. Yard can ready one and he’s interesting. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

2 BAY OF INTRIGUE (GB) (35)

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Kahlua Cove O Mr Oscar Singh & Miss Priya Purewal T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham BLACK, BEIGE chevron and armlets.

P0-U022

7 11 12

Br C. F. C. Jackson S bresbet ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who has found only one too good both starts for new yard, latterly at Sedgefield (16.8f, soft) 35 days ago. Can give another good account for all he isn’t the most straightforward. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

3 ZUBA (GB) (153)

44-1460

PADDY BRENNAN

6 11 10

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Purr Along O The South Downs Partnership Br Qatar Bloodstock & Newsells Park Stud T Nick Gifford, Findon S Avtrade Limited EMERALD GREEN, WHITE diamond, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened hurdles account in 2m Plumpton maiden last May but he returns with a bit to prove having twice been well held in handicap company in the autumn. Engaged 2.00 Fontwell Friday. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 103

4 MEXICAN BOY (IRE) (53)

2-55324

Gr g Kayf Tara - J’Y Viens (FR) O The Four Timers T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote YELLOW, PURPLE chevron and star on cap.

6 11 10

Br Corrib Racing S The Mexican Cantina Co Ltd

6 TH RACE

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper performer who has only shown modest form to date over hurdles and although he wasn’t seen to best effect on handicap debut at Hereford in February his mark still looks on the stiff side. Hood added to tongue tie. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

5 BRILLIANT PRESENT (IRE) (96)

Br m Presenting - Ouro Preto O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn YELLOW, PURPLE hoops and armlets, hooped cap.

61-5646

FERGUS GREGORY

6 11 9

Br Seamus McKeogh S John Cotton (Group) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW AW bumper winner who is yet to really fire over hurdles, including on handicap debut at the start of the year. Remains with top yard though and back from a wind op. Could have a bigger performance in her. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

6 POKER MASTER (IRE) (25)

B g Sepoy (AUS) - Three Cards O Mr Ian Pattle & P J McBride T Philip McBride, Newmarket ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevrons and armlets.

JAMES DAVIES

00P111

NICO DE BOINVILLE

5 11 7

Br Ulf Sjoberg S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Has turned the corner of late, completing a hat-trick under this rider at Huntingdon (2m) 25 days ago, seeing his race out in the style of one that should stay further. Good chance he can land the 4-timer. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100

TOM BUCKLEY (3)

7 JUSTIFIED (GB) (23)

3043

5 11 6

Br g Authorized (IRE) - Caribbean Dancer (USA) O Mr B Bell, Mr M Harrod & Mr G Sainsbury Br Mr H. C. Hart T Neil King, Burderop S Tote DARK GREEN, BROWN hollow box, YELLOW sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair stayer on Flat. Held on handicap debut in this sphere at Fakenham (20f ) last month although that form is looking much better now and he’s 3lb lower here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

8 SULBRICK (IRE) (5)

603000

JACK QUINLAN

7 10 11

B g Scorpion (IRE) - In Fact (IRE) O Mr John Nicholson Br Ms Deirdre Motherway & Pat Cashman T Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth S Adm Protexin Ltd RED, YELLOW disc, YELLOW sleeves, RED armlets and spots on YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks just a modest hurdler, no better than mid-field last 3 starts (including in handicap). Work to do in first-time hood. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

9 DELLBOY TROTTER (IRE) (15)

54P5P0

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 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who should have come on for last month’s return here but needs to find plenty of improvement to win a race like this. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/3/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81

10 MICKYH (IRE) (32)

001205

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Anna’s Melody (IRE) O Mike Hemmings and west racing Br Richard Eustace T Adam West, Epsom ROYAL BLUE, RED stars, RED sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star.

ALEX EDWARDS (3)

CHRIS WARD (5)

6 10 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Plumpton in January and good efforts 2 of his 3 starts since, including at Fontwell 32 days ago. More needed in this with blinkers replacing cheekpieces. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78

JAMIE MOORE

Number of Declared Runners 10 ................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn first time by No. 4, 8. Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

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2021: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR:

RACE SUMMARY: POKER MASTER is going from strength to strength and should stay this longer trip, so another good run looks on the cards. Tango Echo Charlie is interesting back from a long absence and a market move should be pursued. Nicky Henderson’s Brilliant Present could have a bigger effort in her back from a wind op. 1-2-3: 1.POKER MASTER (IRE) 2.TANGO ECHO CHARLIE (IRE) 3.BRILLIANT PRESENT (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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6 TH RACE

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 3-1 Poker Master (IRE), 11-2 Tango Echo Charlie (IRE), 13-2 Brilliant Present (IRE), 7-1 Bay of Intrigue (GB), 17-2 Justified (GB), 12-1 Mickyh (IRE), 14-1 Mexican Boy (IRE), 20-1 Sulbrick (IRE), 25-1 Dellboy Trotter (IRE), 40-1 Zuba (GB)

7 TH R A C E 5 . 1 0 P M

The Stratford “Grassroots” Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase (Class 6)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for six yrs old and upwards Total race value £3500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £1561; Second £781; Third £390; Fourth £195. O OWNER H HUNT (Penalty Value £1796.55) HC T TRAINER S SPONSOR SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form No./Horse

FORM

Age st

1 DEANS ROAD (IRE) (43)

P21-113 CD BF 13 12 4

Jockey

Ch g Golan (IRE) - Close To Home (IRE) O Mr M. Creed H Warwickshire T T. Ellis, Rugby ORANGE, BLACK chevron, halved sleeves, ORANGE and BLACK quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a lady riders’ event over C&D when last seen under Rules and no doubt primed for another bold showing after a satisfactory return between the flags in February. One to consider. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 128 MISS IZZIE MARSHALL (7)

2 PEACOCKS SECRET (IRE) (23)

1-34332

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Secret Can’t Say (IRE) O Mr J. T. B. Hunt H Fitzwilliam T D. Peters, Sawtry DARK BLUE and WHITE stripes, RED sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap.

10 12 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent in this discipline and posted another solid showing when runner-up at Fakenham last time. Should be thereabouts again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 117 MR DALE PETERS (3)

3 ZAMPARELLI (IRE) (13)

F26022 C

B g Mahler - Goulburn Bridge (IRE) O Miss Sarah A. Dawson H North Cotswold T Miss V. Collins, Broadway ROYAL BLUE, PINK star, WHITE and PINK hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, PINK star.

10 12 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who almost landed a hunter at Ludlow (for the second year running) when second there 13 days ago. Should go well again. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/3/2022 it was reported that the jockey lost an iron late-on. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115

4 BLACKJACKTENNESSEE (GB) (8) 2-P4PU2

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - No Virtue O Mr S. Flook T Huw Edwards, Shrewsbury YELLOW, RED Cross of Lorraine.

MR TRISTAN DURRELL (3)

8 11 10

H Radnor & West Hereford

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point recently but hard to recommend based on Rules exploits. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 82 MR HUW EDWARDS (7)

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5 LLANCILLO LORD (IRE) (29)

43-P34P

B g Beneficial - Llancillo Lady (IRE) O Miss Kirstin Young H South & West Wilts T Miss Megan Jenifer Bevan, Frome BLACK, WHITE cross belts, checked sleeves and cap.

12 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who has a modest strike rate under Rules and struggled in a 4-runner hunter at Wincanton on debut for this stable last month. Up against it again. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 81 MISS MEGAN BEVAN (7)

6 MIGHTY ALTOGETHER (GB) (14) P56233

8 11 10

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Ryde To Arms O Mr Paul Charlesworth H Vine & Craven T Dai Williams, Market Rasen ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine and armlets, EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Shirocco gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Hugo ‘N Taz. Maiden pointer, placed last 3 starts (latest Mar 27). Others make more appeal. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - MR PADDY BARLOW (7)

7 TEL’ART (FR) (19)

134253 C

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Textuelle (FR) O Mr Gethyn Mills H Glamorgan T Robbie Llewellyn, Cowbridge ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stars, RED sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap, WHITE star.

8 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 26f over hurdles for Ben Pauling and better effort over fences for current yard when third in a hunter at Exeter 19 days ago. Needs to take another step forward. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114 MR TOBY WYNNE (5)

8 TIDAL FLOW (GB) (15)

P5-6P13 C

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Mrs Philip O Mr N. Sutton H Kimblewick T Alan Hill, Aston Rowant ROYAL BLUE, PINK stars, PINK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap.

9 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Talented hurdler/chaser on his day for Philip Hobbs. Hasn’t fired in points yet for yard but he has the talent to get involved if he returns on a going day with a tongue strap fitted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 129

MR BEN SUTTON (7)

Number of Declared Runners 8 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7.

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2021: I’M WISER NOW (IRE) 7 11 5 Mr Albi Tufnell 6-4 (Fergal O’Brien) 4 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 2-1 Peacocks Secret (IRE), 11-4 Zamparelli (IRE), 11-2 Tel’art (FR), 7-1 Deans Road (IRE), 9-1 Tidal Flow (GB), 50-1 Mighty Altogether (GB), 150-1 Blackjacktennessee (GB), Llancillo Lord (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: DEANS ROAD is well into the twilight of his career but was impressive when landing a C&D event on his last Rules outing 10 months ago. Having had a run in points to sharpen him up earlier this year, he might be worth chancing to get the better of Zamparelli and Peacocks Secret, who were both runner-up last time. 1-2-3: 1.DEANS ROAD (IRE) 2.PEACOCKS SECRET (IRE) 3.ZAMPARELLI (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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7 TH RACE

Stratford Racecourse will be providing the £50 Best Turned Out Prize to the groom responsible for the best looking horse in the race.

RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.50 - THE FIND WINNING TIPSTERS AT tipsterreviews.co.uk NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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, April 4th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. 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. Tipstersreviews.co.uk have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £35. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3631; Second £1816; Third £907; Fourth £454. (Penalty Value £4738.02) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.23 - THE CLAUDIO’S 50TH BIRTHDAY NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The family of Claudio Matas 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 in this race. 16 entries at £25. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £290; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £2723) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.55 - THE SAVAGE & STRIDE WEDDING CELEBRATION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4030 to the winning horse The second to receive £1856, the third £927, the fourth £464 and the fifth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The family of Amy & Matthew Stride have generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £32. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3088; Second £1544; Third £772; Fourth £386; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £4030.04) Weights lowered 10lb. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.30 - THE HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY JOHN BARNETT MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4030 to the winning horse The second to receive £1856, the third £927, the fourth £464, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The family of John Barnett have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries, 1 at £7 and 15 at £35. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3088; Second £1544; Third £772; Fourth £386; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4030.04) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.05 - THE RACECOURSE STREAMS ON RACING TV EXTRA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350 and the seventh £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Racing TV has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 19 entries at £25. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £290; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £2723) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.40 - THE BET AT racingtv.com NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Penalties, after April 2nd, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 26 entries at £25. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2253; Second £1127; Third £563; Fourth £291; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £2940.84) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.10 - THE STRATFORD “GRASSROOTS” OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £1796 to the winning horse The second to receive £898, the third £449 and the fourth £224. for six yrs old and upwards, which, after 2019, have not won more than four steeple chases and which have finished first, second or third in a Point-to-Point steeple chase. Enter by noon, April 4th and pay £17 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th. Weights: 11st 10lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. Racing TV 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 in this race. 15 entries at £17. - Closed April 4th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1561; Second £781; Third £390; Fourth £195. (Penalty Value £1796.55) HC SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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O FFIC I A LS S TA RTE R S S O P H I A U P TO N CIAR AN MCKEE

CO MM EN TAT OR DAV I D F I T ZG E R A L D

J U DG E NICK BOSTOCK

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CL E R K O F THE SCA LES GR AHAM FORD

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 M A R Y DAV I S 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

V E T E RI N A RY NU R SE CHLOE BENJAMIN M E DI CA L OFFI CER S SRMO LUIS MENDIA R M O J O H N H E AT H C O C K R M O N AO M I C U M M I N G S N URSE SARAH GODFREY

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

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