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LADIES DAY RACEDAY

Sunday, 17th July, 2022 Ofﬁcial Programme & Form Guide £3

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.

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

WELCOME Welcome to Ladies Day 2022. Today is one of the highlights of our season and we are delighted to welcome so many well dressed ladies and gentleman here to enjoy the afternoons racing. Together with 7 action packed horse races we will once again have free to use children’s activities based within the centre course enclosure. If you have purchased a main enclosure ticket you are also welcome to use the centre course. We also have 3 competitions taking place during the afternoon. These include; Best Dressed Lady sponsored by Ardencote Spa, Best Hat sponsored by Hiorns Hat and Best Dressed Couple sponsored by Ardencote Spa. The competition will be open from 11am with spotters walking around the enclosures. Three ﬁnalist’s for each category will be selected and will be asked to come to the parade ring after the 4th race whereby the results will be announced. Today is warm and we have made extra provision for the cooling and veterinary care of horses competing today. This may mean they are in the paddock for a shorter period and that they stay on the track and return straight to the stables after racing. Hopefully temperatures will be lower at our next meeting and normal service will be resumed. We are here to provide you with a good day out. If you have suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please contact us at the ofﬁce via email; info@stratfordracecourse.net or telephone 01789 267949. With best wishes,

Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary

Wendy Rollason Corporate Hospitality

CONTENTS Guide to the Racecourse ......................................................................................... 4-5 Map of the Racecourse ............................................................................................. 6-7 Reading the Racecard ...................................................................................................8 Track Facts.......................................................................................................................9 Officials ..........................................................................................................................39 12.00pm The Allan Atkinson Memorial Handicap Hurdle ....................................14 12.30pm The Ardencote Spa Handicap Chase .........................................................18 1.00pm

The Mick Bird (Grandad Birdy) Memorial Novices' Handicap Chase .........22

1.30pm

The Roger Wyton Stanley Memorial Handicap Chase............................................. 26

1.59pm

The Kerry Lewis Freelance Florist Novices' Hurdle ...................................28

2.30pm

The Hiorns Hats Mares' Handicap Hurdle..................................................32

3.05pm

The Support Retraining of Racehorses (ROR) Open National Hunt Flat Race .......................................................................................................36

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.

Benches 08

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 Tom Bellamy

Tristan Durrell

Sean Quinlan

Sam Twiston-Davies

Callum Bewley

Lee Edwards

Gavin Sheehan

Lorcan Williams

Sean Bowen

Charlie Hammond

Nick Slatter

Kielan Woods

Paddy Brennan 1.59

Sean Houlihan

3.05

Lewis Stones

Kevin Brogan

Brian Hughes

Charlie Todd

Tom Cannon

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Jack Tudor

Jennie Candlish

L J Morgan

Charles & Adam Pogson Christian Williams 1.30

12.00

Alex Hales

Neil Mulholland

Ryan Potter

Ian Williams

Gary Hanmer

Olly Murphy

Dave Roberts

Adrian Wintle

Milton Harris

Dr Richard Newland

Oliver Signy

Max Young

D. J. Jeffreys

Paul Nicholls

Rob Summers

Alan King

Fergal O’Brien

Nigel Twiston-Davies

Sheila Lewis

Jonjo O’Neill

Robert Walford

Donald McCain

Ben Pauling

12.00, 1.00 1.00

12.00, 12.30, 3.05

1.00, 2.30 1.59

12.00

1.00, 3.05 1.00, 1.30

1.30, 2.30, 3.05 12.30

1.30, 2.30 12.30 2.30

12.30, 1.30, 2.30 1.30

1.00, 1.59, 2.30, 3.05

12.30 1.59

12.00

TRAINERS 1.30, 2.30 3.05

12.00, 2.30 12.00

1.00, 1.59, 2.30 1.59 3.05 2.30

3.05 1.00

12.30, 3.05 2.30 1.30

1.59, 2.30 12.30 1.00

1.00

1.00, 3.05 12.30 1.30

12.30 1.30

1.59

12.00 1.00

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: DR R NEWLAND (18 wins from 74 runners, 24%) runs CALL THE FAIRIES (2.30). FERGAL O’BRIEN (17 wins from 103 runners, 17%) runs POP THE CHAMPAGNE (1.59), REBEL ROXY (2.30). N TWISTON-DAVIES (17 wins from 83 runners, 20%) runs TEMPLEHILLS (12.30). O MURPHY (16 wins from 118 runners, 14%) runs SALLEY GARDENS and FRESH NEW DAWN (12.30), MAIRE’S DREAM (3.05). JONJO O’NEILL (15 wins from 88 runners, 17%) runs CAWTHORNE LAD (12.30).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: FERGAL O’BRIEN (7 wins from 26 runners, 27%) runners listed above. JONJO O’NEILL (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runners listed above. N MULHOLLAND (4 wins from 19 runners, 21%) runs CREMANT (1.00). A KING (3 wins from 20 runners, 15%) runs RAFIKI (1.59). M HARRIS (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs PRESENTING YEATS (12.00).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2017-2022) WITH RIDES: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (28 wins from 139 rides, 20%) rides TEMPLEHILLS (12.30), ELIOS D’OR (1.30), CALL THE FAIRIES (2.30). BRIAN HUGHES (18 wins from 74 rides, 24%) rides LARCH HILL (1.30), TOUGHASOLDBOOTS (2.30), HORIZON DOVE (3.05). SEAN BOWEN (13 wins from 83 rides, 16%) rides HILLVIEW (12.00), SALLEY GARDENS (12.30), MAIRE’S DREAM (3.05). PADDY BRENNAN (11 wins from 89 rides, 12%) rides POP THE CHAMPAGNE (1.59). GAVIN SHEEHAN (9 wins from 50 rides, 18%) rides ETAT MAJOR AULMES (12.30).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: SEAN BOWEN (7 wins from 22 rides, 32%) rides listed above. BRIAN HUGHES (3 wins from 24 rides, 12%) rides listed above. PADDY BRENNAN (3 wins from 10 rides, 30%) rides listed above. JONJO O’NEILL JR (3 wins from 9 rides, 33%) rides CAWTHORNE LAD (12.30). TOM CANNON (2 wins from 5 rides, 40%) rides RAFIKI (1.59).

WEIGHTWATCHER The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.30 CADDYHILL (won off 117 down 3lb to 114); MICK PASTOR (won off 147 down 7lb to 140); 12.30 TEMPLEHILLS (won off 120 down 5lb to 115).

CLASSY TIPS There are no horses running at Stratford today which are in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race.

FANCY THAT None today

STABLE MOVES 3.05 BEANNAIGH DO has moved from Donal Barry to Mrs S W Lewis; 3.05 HORIZON DOVE has moved from F O’Brien to L Morgan.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 15th July.

CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS

CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS ARE TAKEN AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AROUND THE COURSE

Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)

Cash and Card

Racecards to purchase

Cash and Card

Chris Rookes Bar (ground ﬂoor near entrance)

Card only

Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance)

Cash & Card

G/ S Bar (downstairs)

Card only

G/S tattersalls bar (downstairs)

Cash and Card

Stowford Press Bridge bar (upstairs in Grandstand)

Cash & Card

Champagne Bar (champagne also located on all other bars) Card only Owners/ Trainers Bar

Cash & Card

External Catering Concessions

Cash & Card

Centre Course Bar (when open)

Cash & Card

Paddock Pavilion Restaurant

Card only

Gallery Restaurant

Card only

Hospitality Boxes

Card only

Stables Café

Cash & Card

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT TRAFFIC ARRANGEMENTS WHILST THE EVESHAM ROAD ROUNDABOUT WORKS TAKE PLACE.

RACECOURSE ENTRY FROM STRATFORD TOWN CENTRE RACING PUBLIC, ANNUAL MEMBERS AND BOOKMAKERS It is advisable to gain entry via the Paddock Lane entrance. This will avoid the main entrance trafﬁc lights and gives a better exit route at the end of racing. OFFICIALS, JOCKEYS, OWNERS/ TRAINERS AND HORSEBOXES Use the main entrance. You may use the paddock lane if preferred however this must NOT be used by horseboxes.

FROM EVESHAM ( COMING DOWN THE HILL )

There is an alternative route located about 2 miles from the course entrance. This route is slightly longer but avoids the roadworks totally. It is not signposted by us but can be found on a map or via your SAT NAV.

RACECOURSE EXIT

All centre course and paddock lane trafﬁc to leave via the paddock lane. All main entrance cars to leave via the main entrance.

Ladies Day Best Dressed Lady Best Hat Best Dressed Couple

Prizes will be awarded to the ﬁnalists in the parade ring after the 4th race. Spotters will be in the crowd making selections until 3pm.

Allan Atkinson (Al)

All was a giant of a man. He wasn’t seven feet tall or anything but when the sad and untimely task of organising his funeral fell to myself and one of his closest friends Allan Turner, we were deluged with condolences and genuine oﬀers of help by a huge number of people whose lives All had influenced and enriched and when the funeral was done, we knew there had to be more to remember him. He had been a bookmaker earlier in his life and was a massive racing fan and when Allan suggested sponsoring a race in his honour, I instinctively knew he was right. It says something of the man that our problem when filling a coach to travel from Kidderminster for today was working out who not to invite in order to keep numbers manageable. All was a minor celebrityy in Kidderminster. Affter bookmaking, he had run a snooker club (with Allan in his later years) and he was one of those people who truly was known by everyone in town. Not only that but he was extremely popular too and a word that cropped up time and again after we lost him was “gentleman”. He was kind, generous, knowledgeable and sociable and he would have relished watching a Hurdle race, so this seems a wonderfully fitting way to remember him. Our group will cheer the winner home this afternoon and enjoy a great day to celebrate the man after whom this race is named. I hope he’s found a vantage point to watch it from too.

1 ST R A C E 1 2 . 0 0 P M The Allan Atkinson Memorial Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 83yds) for four yrs old and upwards,

1 ST RACE

Total race value £12100 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4757; Second £2379; Third £1189; Fourth £595. (Penalty Value £6208.44) SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. Age st

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No./Horse

FORM

1 HILLVIEW (IRE) (21)

2211-31 CD 6 12 2

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

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.

TIMEFORM VIEW Thoroughly progressive once switched to handicaps, winning 5 of his last 7 races, including C&D event in April. Found further improvement to score from out of the handicap at Uttoxeter last time and he’s the one beat from 4lb higher mark. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 127

2 AYE AYE CHARLIE (GB) (29)

B g Midnight Legend - Trial Trip O Lawson Statham & Warren T Christian Williams, Bridgend ROYAL BLUE, PINK star, armlets and cap.

1244-51 D

10 10 13

Br Mrs C. J. Banks S NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally broke his maiden over fences when scoring in 5-runner handicap chase at Perth 29 days ago. Winner over hurdles at Newton Abbot last summer but will need some improvement to make a winning return to smaller obstacles from current mark. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 110

3 ENNISTOWN (GB) (57)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Saoirse Abu (USA) O Mr S. R. Whistance Br Darley T Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn LIGHT BLUE, RED triple diamond and sleeves, quartered cap.

P32P-42

4 PRESENTING YEATS (IRE) (12)

JACK TUDOR

12 10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran arrives on the back of good second of 4 over C&D (good to soft, 14/1) 57 days ago, but should require bit more to win this. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 109

B g Yeats (IRE) - Va’vite (IRE) O Mrs Diane Dewbery T Milton Harris, Warminster DARK BLUE, RED epaulets, halved sleeves.

SEAN BOWEN

TOM BELLAMY

323-434 C D 6 10 2

Br Mrs D. Dewbery & Mrs B. Woodcock S bresbet ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lazy sort plugged on into fourth at Uttoxeter last time but he still has a largely indolent manner of racing and looks opposable for win purposes once again, even with blinkers reapplied. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 91 TRISTAN DURRELL (7)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2021: WBEE (IRE) 6 11 2 Sean Bowen 11-8 (Gary Hanmer) 5 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 5-4 Hillview (IRE), 5-2 Aye Aye Charlie (GB), 5-1 Ennistown (GB), 13-2 Presenting Yeats (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: HILLVIEW is a most progressive sort and can defy another rise in the weights to gain his sixth win from his last 8 starts. Aye Aye Charlie was back to form over fences last time and can fight it out for second place with the veteran Ennistown. 1-2-3: 1.HILLVIEW (IRE) 2.AYE AYE CHARLIE 3.ENNISTOWN

THE FRIENDS OF ALLAN ATKINSON The friends of Allan Atkinson 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. DESIGNATED ALCOHOL AREAS The Stratford Racecourse Executive hope you have an enjoyable day and ask for your cooperation in ensuring that ALCOHOLIC DRINKS ARE ONLY CONSUMED IN THE DESIGNATED AREAS.

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. SPONSORS

THE FRIENDS OF ALLAN ATKINSON

Kerry Lewis Freelance Florist THE FAMILY OF MICK BIRD

STUART STANLEY 15

1 ST RACE

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2 ND R A C E 1 2 . 3 0 P M The Ardencote Spa Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for five yrs old and upwards, Total race value £9400 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 CAWTHORNE LAD (GB) (126)

40/1633- C

2 ND RACE

Ch g Coach House (IRE) - Upton Seas O Mr Nigel Wilks T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham LIGHT GREEN, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE cap.

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Age st

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

6 12 1

Br Mr E. A. Brook S Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in chase here in October. Shaped encouragingly when third in Warwick handicap hurdle when last seen in March and looks of interest back over the larger obstacles. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 116

2 TEMPLEHILLS (IRE) (28)

JONJO O’NEILL JR.

510-FP5 CD 11 12 0

B or Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Sissinghurst Storm (IRE) O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Br M. J. Halligan T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham S Agetur (UK) Ltd BLACK, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Error-prone veteran won over C&D last season but has gone with little encouragement since and can’t be fancied on recent showings. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/6/2022 it was reported that the horse hung and jumped left handed. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 115 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

3 SALLEY GARDENS (IRE) (27)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Glenlogan (IRE) O Touchwood Racing T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE armlets.

2112-31 D

6 12 0

Br Mr Joe Cashman S McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Has won 4 of his last 7 starts (placed on other 3) and produced a fine round of jumping when winning 3-runner handicap on chase debut at Southwell last month. 3lb rise is lenient and he’s sure to go well again. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 115

4 ETAT MAJOR AULMES (FR) (18)

SEAN BOWEN

0P2/2-11 D 8 11 9

B g Della Francesca (USA) - River Gold Aulmes (FR) O Oliver Signy Racing Club Br Mr Emmanuel Bodard T Oliver Signy, Lambourn S Oliver Signy Racing Llp AQUAMARINE and CERISE (quartered), AQUAMARINE sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives seeking a hat-trick after recent wins at Fontwell and Worcester. Already an improved performer over fences and is feared from 7lb higher mark. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 110

5 FRESH NEW DAWN (IRE) (44)

321P-44

GAVIN SHEEHAN

10 11 1

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Star Shuil (IRE) O The Dream Big Syndicate Br R. McCarthy T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S McCoy Contractors DARK GREEN, LIGHT BLUE star, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK GREEN stars, DARK GREEN cap, LIGHT BLUE stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Market Rasen last term and ran repsectably on reappearance at Perth in May. Below form last time, though, and some of his rivals look more interesting here. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 102

LEWIS STONES (5)

Number of Declared Runners 5 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

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

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

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

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

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

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

2021: DEMON D’AUNOU (FR) 8 11 3 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 5-2 (Jonjo O’Neill) 6 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 11-8 Salley Gardens (IRE), 5-2 Etat Major Aulmes (FR), 6-1 Cawthorne Lad (GB), 15-2 Fresh New Dawn (IRE), 14-1 Templehills (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: SALLEY GARDENS translated his hurdling improvement to fences when a tidy winner on his first chase start and further progress looks likely for Olly Murphy’s six-year-old. Etat Major Aulmes is a serious threat in his bid for a hat-trick, with Cawthorne Lad best of the rest. 1-2-3: 1.SALLEY GARDENS (IRE) 2.ETAT MAJOR AULMES (FR) 3.CAWTHORNE LAD

ARDENCOTE SPA Ardencote Spa 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.

2 ND RACE

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The Mick Bird (Grandad Birdy) Memorial Novices Handicap Chase.

Mick was a very kind hearted gentleman with a heart of gold, he also had a wicked sense of humour many a time you didn’t know whether he was being serious or having us on. One instance of his humour was while at school he filled the Nuns bloomers up with snow one winters day. Mick was also an excellent Bricklayer with many of his work still on show in a few pubs around the midlands. Sports wise Mick always loved his Racing with Stratford being his favourite course, he also Raced Pigeons for a number of years. Mick was a great family man being Husband to his late wife Joan, Brother to Sister Margret, Dad to Andrew & Susan, Grandfather to Martin & Lynette and Great Grandfather to Luke, Ruth, Beth, Lola, Demi, Zac & Little Millie also to Graham, David & Lorraine. Mick/Dad/Grandad Birdy you will be missed and loved by all xxx

16-6-39 – 23-08-21

3 RD R A C E 1 . 0 0 P M The Mick Bird (Grandad Birdy) Memorial Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards, Total race value £7400 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3267.60) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. Age st

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No./Horse

FORM

1 CREMANT (IRE) (19)

220-313 CD 8 12 0

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

B g Getaway (GER) - Opera Season (IRE) O Mr Phil Simmonds Br Mrs T. C. Kouwenberg T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke S Leafyard, Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited YELLOW, LIGHT GREEN seams, LIGHT GREEN and YELLOW striped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won an Aintree handicap hurdle in June. Best run over fences when third in C&D handicap since. Should be thereabouts if in similar form. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 102

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2 FELINO DE BERSY (FR) (3)

P4-2220

KEVIN BROGAN

7 11 12

B g Martaline - Ondine de Bersy (FR) O Mr D. B. Roberts Br Mr Bernard Caron & Mr Benjamin Caron T Dave Roberts, Kenley BLACK, large WHITE spots, BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots, BLACK cap, WHITE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice in points in May and also second back hurdling for new yard in weak 2m Southwell novice last month. Well held in handicap hurdle off this mark since so he’ll need to improve for a switch to fences. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 100

3 CARDBOARD GANGSTER (GB) (17)

365P-41

LEE EDWARDS

7 11 4

Gr g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Hiho Silver Lining O Mr Mark E. Smith Br T. G. Lane T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd WHITE, RED cross belts and sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his previous efforts in handicaps behind when winning 3m Perth chase 17 days ago. 8lb rise means a bit more will be required if he’s to follow up. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 92

4 SERJEANT PAINTER (GB) (20)

B g Royal Applause - Szabo’s Art O The Ben Pauling Racing Club T Ben Pauling, Naunton DARK GREEN, large LIGHT BLUE spots.

TOM BELLAMY

104-311 CD 7 11 2

Br Limestone Stud S Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Barely modest over hurdles but has landed a pair of 2m Southwell handicaps since switching to fences. Likely he has more to offer and a further 5lb rise doesn’t look enough to prevent him completing a hat-trick. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 90

5 PITTSBURG (IRE) (28)

P15P-00 D

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Constant Approach (IRE) O Mr R. D. Potter Br John Fitzgerald T Ryan Potter, Sellack WHITE, LIGHT BLUE spots, striped sleeves, WHITE cap.

6 10 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned from wind surgery to land a gamble at Catterick (19f ) in December. Gone into his shell since so will need the switch to fences to have a positive effect. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 82

6 SILVRETTA SCHWARZ (IRE) (14)

6335-50

KIELAN WOODS

CALLUM BEWLEY

7 10 2

B m Silver Frost (IRE) - Perruche Grise (FR) O Max Young Racing Club Br Mcgrassick & Paul Croke T Max Young, Droitwich PURPLE, WHITE diamond, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE diamonds, PURPLE cap, WHITE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Moderate maiden hurdler/chaser nowadays and well-held both starts this term. First-time cheekpieces will need to make a difference. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 69 CHARLIE HAMMOND

Number of Declared Runners 6 ..................................................................................................(Exacta)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

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

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

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2021: ROYAL RUBY 9 11 12 Nico de Boinville 4-1 (Nicky Henderson) 7 ran

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BETTING FORECAST: 11-8 Serjeant Painter (GB), 3-1 Cardboard Gangster (GB), 7-2 Cremant (IRE), 12-1 Felino de Bersy (FR), 25-1 Pittsburg (IRE), 50-1 Silvretta Schwarz (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: SERJEANT PAINTER has been a bit of a revelation since switched to fences and can extend his unbeaten record in this sphere to 3. Cremant is preferred to recent Perth scorer Cardboard Gangster for the forecast spot. 1-2-3: 1.SERJEANT PAINTER 2.CREMANT (IRE) 3.CARDBOARD GANGSTER FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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The Roger Wyton Stanley Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds) for four yrs old and upwards

Total race value £24000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £10015; Second £5009; Third £2503; Fourth £1253. (Penalty Value £13070.40) SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 MICK PASTOR (FR) (90)

112356- D

B g Meshaheer (USA) - Mick Oceane (FR) O Mr John P. McManus Br Mr Luc Avril T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat S Morson Group EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Age st

O T

OWNER TRAINER

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

6 12 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first 4 starts over fences in small-field events last season but out of form at the end of the campaign. Hasn’t had many opportunities in handicaps so could get back on track after a break. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 140

2 LARCH HILL (IRE) (19)

LORCAN WILLIAMS

115-514 CD 9 10 10

Ch g Presenting - Misty Move (IRE) O Robert and Marie Smith & Charles Pogson Br Miss A. Lindsell T Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield EMERALD GREEN and MAROON (quartered), BLACK sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Success story for the Pogson’s, recording third win from 5 starts for the yard over C&D in May. Found little when only fourth of 5 here last time, but worth another chance given his previous promise. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 122

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3 ELIOS D’OR (FR) (25)

B g Puit d’Or (IRE) - Naker Mome (FR) O Lewis Nettley Racing T Robert Walford, Blandford BLACK, RED Cross of Lorraine, RED cap.

36P-512

BRIAN HUGHES

8 10 2

Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back handicaps at Worcester last summer. Lost his way next 4 starts but bounced back when scoring at Ludlow in May and ran well when second at Worcester latest outing. Leading contender. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 113 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

4 CADDYHILL (IRE) (14)

523-443 D

7 10 2

B g Arcadio (GER) - Ring Hill O John Marriott Br Arctic Tack & Norrismount Studs T Jennie Candlish, Leek S Torvic Magnets, Pra World Ltd ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Made successful chase debut for new yard at Sedgefield (17f ) last September. Mostly disappointing since, including after a wind op at Market Rasen last time. Needs 1st time visor to spark a revival. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 112

5 ATLANTIC STORM (IRE) (19)

B g September Storm (GER) - Double Dream (IRE) O Mr Alistair Price Br John Kidd T Rob Summers, Solihull MAROON and LIGHT BLUE check, hooped sleeves.

SEAN QUINLAN

402-213 CD BF 10 10 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Chased home Larch Hill over C&D in May (saddled slipped) and went one better at Southwell 2 weeks later. Only third of 5 here last time when ahead of Larch Hill, but may struggle to confirm the placings. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 104 CHARLIE HAMMOND

Number of Declared Runners 5 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Visor worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

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

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2021: HATCHER (IRE) 8 11 7 Harry Skelton 13-8 (Dan Skelton) 4 ran

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BETTING FORECAST: 6-4 Elios d’Or (FR), 7-2 Larch Hill (IRE), 4-1 Mick Pastor (FR), 13-2 Caddyhill (IRE), 9-1 Atlantic Storm (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: ELIOS D’OR has looked as good as ever on his last 2 starts, returning to form with success at Ludlow before going like the best horse at the weights when collared only close home at Worcester, He can get the better of Larch Hill, who is worth forgiving his latest run here given his C&D win on his penultimate outing, while Mick Pastor is an interesting contender after 3 months off. 1-2-3: 1.ELIOS D’OR (FR) 2.LARCH HILL (IRE) 3.MICK PASTOR (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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The Kerry Lewis Freelance Florist Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (GBB Race)

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

Total race value £11000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60) SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 SOPHOSC (IRE) (10)

Age st

O T

OWNER TRAINER

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

6 11 6

Ch g Society Rock (IRE) - Ichiuma (USA) O The Harefield Racing Club Br Birchill Stables T Ian Williams, Alvechurch ORANGE and BLACK diamonds.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful performer on Flat who was better than the winning margin suggests when making a successful hurdling debut in a Plumpton maiden in May. Has since won again on the level. Major player. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating -

2 POP THE CHAMPAGNE (FR) (28)

4/260-11 D

CHARLIE TODD

6 11 3

B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Six Pack (FR) O Mrs Jill Phillips & Graeme McPherson Br GAEC des Livets, Poulinieres.com et al T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S bresbet ltd PINK, ROYAL BLUE star, sleeves and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner on debut and left previous hurdling efforts behind when readily landing a novice at Ffos Las in June. Defied a penalty in impressive style at Worcester last time. Highly respected. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 111

3 RAFIKI (FR) (33)

1 CD

4 11 2

B g The Last Lion (IRE) - Adalawa (IRE) O Alan King & Niall Farrell Br Gestut La Irenita T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Hare Group Ltd YELLOW, BLACK Cross of Lorraine, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap.

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TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat and made a winning start over hurdles in C&D novice a month ago, rallying having not been fluent at the last. Open to improvement and can give another good account. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating -

4 REAMS OF LOVE (GB) (19)

PADDY BRENNAN

00-51 CD

TOM CANNON

4 11 2

B g Frankel - Night of Light (IRE) O Mr George Houghton Br Niarchos Family T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd BLACK, BEIGE and BLACK check sleeves, BLACK and WHITE quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer on Flat. After low-key start over hurdles has improved during the current campaign faced with less testing conditions, getting off the mark in C&D maiden last time. Needs more again. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 106

KIELAN WOODS

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

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

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

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

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

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

2021: CHEZ HANS (GER) 5 11 3 Mr Ben Bromley 3-1 (Paul Nicholls) 6 ran

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BETTING FORECAST: 6-4 Pop The Champagne (FR), 3-1 Rafiki (FR), 10-3 Sophosc (IRE), 5-1 Reams of Love (GB) RACE SUMMARY: Preference is for SOPHOSC, who was value for more than the winning margin at Plumpton on his hurdling debut having been badly hampered 2 out. He has since gone on to score on the Flat so can continue his good run of form and make it 2 from 2 over hurdles. It’s hard to dismiss any of the quartet though, with the hat-trick seeking Pop The Champagne feared most ahead of Rafiki. 1-2-3: 1.SOPHOSC (IRE) 2.POP THE CHAMPAGNE (FR) 3.RAFIKI (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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The Hiorns Hats Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares Total race value £7100 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2671; Second £1336; Third £668; Fourth £334; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3485.44) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 CALL THE FAIRIES (IRE) (43)

235-42F

B m Westerner - Knockowen (IRE) O Mr Chris Nightingale T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich MAROON, WHITE star, WHITE cap.

Age st

O T

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

7 12 0

Br Michael Feeney S Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer who had yet to be asked for her effort when falling 3 out in a mares’ handicap at Worcester (23f ) early last month. Blinkers again the headgear of choice and claims for all maiden status is a concern. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 103 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

2 TOUGHASOLDBOOTS (IRE) (21)

03-133

B f Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Khirahs Firth (IRE) O Birkdale Bloodstock Br Michael Thornton T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley S Proactive Personnel Limited BLACK, ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, BLACK cap.

4 11 12

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-y-o who landed small-field mares’ maiden hurdle on Rules debut at Huntingdon (19.6f ) in May. Not in anything like the same form either start in novice events since and she needs to get back on track now handicapping. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 106

3 AYR OF ELEGANCE (GB) (26)

B m Motivator - Gaelic Swan (IRE) O DJ JEFFREYS RACING CLUB T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green PINK and DARK GREEN check, WHITE cap.

1/314-33

10 11 8

Br Mr W. F. Davis S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the target twice in 2021 and stepped up on reappearance effort (in refitted blinkers) when third at Newton Abbot (16.7f ) 4 weeks ago, no extra late on. Fancied to give another good account. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 97

4 REBEL ROXY (IRE) (255)

2333-

Ch m Sholokhov (IRE) - Sorivera O Mr Ian Slatter Br Cathal Ennis T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham PURPLE, YELLOW hoop, hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

5 MALINA OCARINA (GB) (23)

3/F41-24

KIELAN WOODS

6 11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW From a good jumps family and shaped with encouragement on both outings in bumpers. Minor promise in a couple of mares’ novice/maiden hurdles and she’s entitled to hold more chance now handicapping on the back of a break. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 95

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NICK SLATTER (5)

7 11 4

B m Malinas (GER) - Ocarina Davis (FR) O M.H. Racing Malina Br Katherine Mead & Derek Mead T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall WHITE, PURPLE diamond, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Uttoxeter seller (15.7f ) last summer and performed with credit both starts in handicaps following a 12-month break, fourth of 10 at Cartmel (17.2f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Expected to give another good account. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 93

6 GETAWAY GLENDA (IRE) (12)

0/P0-000

B or Br m Getaway (GER) - Dangan Juliet (IRE) O Don’t tell the girls Br Tom Mellerick T Jennie Candlish, Leek S Pra World Ltd WHITE, RED sash, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.

KEVIN BROGAN

7 10 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little since belying odds of 66/1 in a Tramore maiden hurdle for previous connections in July 2020. One paced from 3f out when eighth of 14 at Uttoxeter (15.7f ) earlier this month. Mark has eased a little more at least. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 80

SEAN QUINLAN

Number of Declared Runners 6 ..................................................................................................(Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

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

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2021: DYLAN’S SEA SONG 7 11 8 Harry Bannister 3-1 (Mark Usher) 9 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 10-3 Call The Fairies (IRE), 4-1 Malina Ocarina (GB), 9-2 Toughasoldboots (IRE), Rebel Roxy (IRE), 11-2 Ayr Of Elegance (GB), 14-1 Getaway Glenda (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: This looks wide open and with that in mind it could be worth siding with a handicap debutante in the shape of REBEL ROXY. She showed ability in bumpers/over hurdles during the second half of last year and it would come as no surprise to see improvement forthcoming on return for her in-form yard. Malina Ocarina and Call The Fairies are others to consider. 1-2-3: 1.REBEL ROXY (IRE) 2.MALINA OCARINA 3.CALL THE FAIRIES (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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The Support Retraining Of Racehorses (ROR) Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four, five and six yrs old Total race value £6000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60) SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 BEANNAIGH DO (IRE) (78)

O T

Age st

OWNER TRAINER

B S

BREEDER SPONSOR

Jockey

5 11 0

B g Camelot - Thunder In Myheart (IRE) O Mr R. Sparks Br Highfield Stud Ltd T Sheila Lewis, Brecon ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Camelot gelding. Dam fair 1 1/4m winner on Flat. Made frame sole start in Irish points (Apr 30). Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating -

2 QUEENS HIGHWAY (IRE) (27)

SEAN HOULIHAN

6 11 0

Br m Presenting - Augusta Bay O Golden Equinox Racing Br Southeast Bloodstock Ltd & Owen Hickey T Alex Hales, Edgecote YELLOW and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, YELLOW cap, LIGHT BLUE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Presenting mare who made the ideal start when scoring at Southwell 27 days ago, well in command at the finish. Demands respect despite the penalty. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating -

3 TAMPICO ROCCO (IRE) (13)

6-5

B or Br g Shirocco (GER) - Opera Gale (IRE) O Carder & Roberts Br Seamus Cooney T Dave Roberts, Kenley S Clearview Accountants YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE stars, armlets and stars on cap.

5 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to stay well and hasn’t made much of an impact in bumpers to date. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/7/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely. Star Rating#!!!! Official BHA Rating -

4 HORIZON DOVE (FR) (89)

462-

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Fairytale Theatre (IRE) O Mr J. B. Wallwin Br Mr Mickael Fennessy T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds ORANGE, DARK BLUE chevrons, ORANGE sleeves, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE diamond.

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5 MAIRE’S DREAM (IRE) (-)

LEE EDWARDS

5 10 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown ability without looking entirely straightforward in 3 starts to date, second at Worcester 89 days ago. Has left Fergal O’Brien since, and boasts solid claims starting out for another shrewd yard. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating -

Ch m Sholokhov (IRE) - Wild Fern (IRE) O John Gray & Jason Kennedy Br Mr Michael Ennis T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote GREY and RED diamonds, GREY sleeves, BLACK armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap.

KIELAN WOODS

BRIAN HUGHES

5 10 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Sholokhov mare. Dam fair 2m hurdle winner, sister to fairly useful hurdler/fair chase winner (stayed 2 3/4m) Storm of Swords. Noteworthy newcomer. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating -

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Number of Declared Runners 5 ..................................................................................................(Exacta)

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

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2021: LADY EXCALIBUR (IRE) 4 10 3 Tom O’Brien 4-1 (Alan Jones) 8 ran

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BETTING FORECAST: 13-8 Queens Highway (IRE), 2-1 Horizon Dove (FR), 3-1 Maire’s Dream (IRE), 22-1 Tampico Rocco (IRE), 28-1 Beannaigh Do (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: MAIRIE’S DREAM is out of a winning hurdler and represents a stable with a good record in bumpers, so she gets the marginal vote to make a winning start, with Southwell debut winner Queens Highway regarded as the main danger. Horizon Dove is also one to consider on debut for Laura Morgan. 1-2-3: 1.MAIRE’S DREAM (IRE) 2.QUEENS HIGHWAY (IRE) 3.HORIZON DOVE (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.00 - THE ALLAN ATKINSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6208 to the winning horse The second to receive £2860, the third £1429 and the fourth £715. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 15th. Penalties, after July 9th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The friends of Allan Atkinson 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. 12 entries, 1 at £11 and 11 at £55. - Closed July 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4757; Second £2379; Third £1189; Fourth £595. (Penalty Value £6208.44) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.30 - THE ARDENCOTE SPA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003, the fourth £502 and the fifth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 15th. Penalties, after July 9th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ardencote Spa has generously sponsored this race and will award a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 11 entries at £40. - Closed July 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.00 - THE MICK BIRD (GRANDAD BIRDY) MEMORIAL NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752, the fourth £376, 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). £30 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 15th. Penalties, after July 9th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Family of Mick Bird have generously supported 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. 14 entries, 1 at £6 and 13 at £30. - Closed July 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3267.60) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.30 - THE ROGER WYTON STANLEY MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13070 to the winning horse The second to receive £6021, the third £3009 and the fourth £1507. for four yrs old and upwards. £120 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £24 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £96 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 15th. Penalties, after July 9th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Stuart Stanley has generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and supply a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The Stratford Summer Salver will be presented to the winning owner but retained by the racecourse. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 8 entries, 3 at £24 and 5 at £120. - Closed July 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10015; Second £5009; Third £2503; Fourth £1253. (Penalty Value £13070.40) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 1.59 - THE KERRY LEWIS FREELANCE FLORIST NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, the third £1379 and the fourth £690. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 11th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. Kerry Lewis has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 9 entries at £55. - Closed July 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.30 - THE HIORNS HATS MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3485 to the winning horse The second to receive £1605, the third £802, the fourth £401, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 15th. Penalties, after July 9th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Lucy Walters, Hiorns Hats 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. 13 entries, 1 at £6 and 12 at £30. - Closed July 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2671; Second £1336; Third £668; Fourth £334; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3485.44) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.05 - THE SUPPORT RETRAINING OF RACEHORSES (ROR) OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376. 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, July 11th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Stratford Racecourse 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). 13 entries at £30. - Closed July 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE

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

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