Stratford Racecard - Monday 13th March

FOOD & DRINK

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

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THE GALLERY RESTAURANT

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 to Stratford Races!

Welcome to Stratford Racecourse and to what is our first race meeting of our season Today all of the races are supported by the Stratford Racecourse on course Bookmakers. We are grateful to all of them for the support they have given us over the years and the lively betting ring they produce at every meeting. For those of you who are unfamiliar with betting with a course bookmaker we have produced a simple guide which can be found on page 11

We are also delighted that Stratford has achieved the highly coveted Gold Standard award which is presented annually by the Racehorse Owners Association 12 courses out of a total of 60 courses attained the Gold Standard for the 2022 programme; achieving a quality score of over 80% and importantly an owner feedback score of 4 or higher. We continue to strive to enhance everyone’s race day experience and we would like to especially thank all owners who have runners with us both today and during the 2023 season If you would like to join the ROA and take advantage of special members offers please visit their website Racehorse Owners Association | ROA

All of us here at Stratford Racecourse are committed to ensuring that you have a great day out. If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can be reached either on the day, or later by contacting the office on 01789 267949, or by email: info@stratfordracecourse.net

Enjoy your day at Stratford Races

With best wishes,

Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary

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.

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.

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

TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS

David Bridgwater

Rob Cundy

Victor Dartnall

Stuart Edmunds

Mrs Annabel England

Tom George

Milton Harris

Nicky Henderson

D. J. Jeffreys

Alan King

Kerry Lee

Jeremy Scott

Lucy Wadham

Robert Walford

Dan Skelton

Suzy Smith

Joe Tizzard

Nigel TwistonDavies

Mrs Jane Williams

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.

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:

D SKELTON (32 wins from 135 runners, 24%) runs GO STEADY (2.40), IN THIS WORLD (3.15),

THORPENESS (4.25).

FERGAL O’BRIEN (20 wins from 101 runners, 20%) runs GUMBALL (3.15), SAINT JAGUEN (4.25).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (18 wins from 88 runners, 20%) runs THELASTHIGHKING (1.30).

JONJO O’NEILL (16 wins from 87 runners, 18%) runs CAME FROM NOTHING (4.25).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

G L MOORE (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs BO ZENITH (2.05).

D SKELTON (5 wins from 22 runners, 23%) runners listed above.

D MCCAIN (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs WORD HAS IT (3.15).

N HENDERSON (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs CORNAMONA (4.25).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:

HARRY SKELTON (30 wins from 99 rides, 30%) rides IN THIS WORLD (3.15).

HARRY BANNISTER (15 wins from 73 rides, 21%) rides ICAQUE DE L’ISLE (2.40).

PADDY BRENNAN (14 wins from 85 rides, 16%) rides SAINT JAGUEN (4.25).

BRYONY FROST (12 wins from 51 rides, 24%) rides BOMBYX (3.15).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

TOM CANNON (5 wins from 25 rides, 20%) rides GRANDEUR D’AME (1.30), WHYDAH GALLY (2.40), RESTITUTION (3.15).

THEO GILLARD (5 wins from 14 rides, 36%) rides WORD HAS IT (3.15).

NICO DE BOINVILLE (4 wins from 11 rides, 36%) rides CORNAMONA (4.25).

PADDY BRENNAN (3 wins from 11 rides, 27%) rides listed above.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.30 TIGER VOICE (won off 128 down 16lb to 112); 2.40 NATIVE ROBIN (won off 125 down 11lb to 114).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

RESERVE TANK (2.40) & FLYING FORTUNE (4.25) trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles. NATIVE MOON (4.25) trained by V Dartnall, Barnstaple, distance of 164 miles.

GALICE MACALO (3.15) trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, distance of 152 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th March.

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

HOW TO BET WITH A BOOKMAKER

1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager

2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number) Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet

3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.

4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie. for a win or a place.

5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights

6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes. e.g. £1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.

EACH WAY BETTING

In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

•Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win

•3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2

•5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2

•8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3

•Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3

•Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4

•Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4

All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only

1 S T RA C E 1 . 30 PM

The Oncourse Bookmakers Welcome You To Stratford

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

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

Total prize fund £8650

Owners Prize Money Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 GRANDEUR D’AME (FR) (45) 326-301 D 7 12 0

B g Desir d’Un Soir (FR) - Sourya d’Airy (FR)

O Syders & Burkes Br Mr Georges Lacombe

T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Goodwin Racing Ltd

RED and WHITE check, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who made it third time lucky in this sphere at Huntingdon (16.5f) in January. Hard to grumble with a 5lb rise and, with similar conditions forecast here, he should have a big part to play. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 119 TOM CANNON

2 THELASTHIGHKING (IRE) (132) 25241-4 BF 7 11 13

Ch g Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - End of The Affair (IRE)

O Mr Eddie Whettam

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br J. Ward

S Agetur (UK) Ltd

ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE and RED check cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last season with a game success in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster Disappointing on return/chase debut at Warwick in November but since undergone a wind op and better expected here with a first-time tongue strap enlisted Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118 JORDAN

3 GREENROCK ABBEY (IRE) (30) 60-1312

Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Aos Dana (IRE)

O R L Baker & R Lee

Br Mark Slevin

T Kerry Lee, Presteigne S Fitzdares Limited

WHITE, DARK BLUE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, DARK BLUE star

7 11 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken well to fences this season, winning 2 of his 4 starts in this sphere. Didn’t do much wrong when beaten only by a progressive type at Uttoxeter (2m) last time (pair clear of the rest) and a reproduction of that would give him every chance here.

4 TIGER VOICE (FR) (16)

B g Poet’s Voice - Tarsia (GER)

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 113

00-0045

O The Bill & Ben Partnership Br Mr Mathieu Daguzan-Garros

T Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

BLACK, YELLOW epaulets, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap.

8 11 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser for Henry de Bromhead in Ireland but, having changed hands for £18,000 in October, he hasn’t shown much spark in 3 starts for present connections Now tried in blinkers.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 112 ROBERT WILLIAMS (3)

5 EXTRAORDINARY MAN (FR) (25) 304U-52 BF 7 10 12

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Argovie (FR)

O Mr Simon Hunt

Br Ecurie Maulepaire & E. Du Reau

T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold S Winvic Construction Limited

RED and WHITE check, BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden over hurdles (twice placed during 2021/22) who probably ran to a similar level sent chasing after 12 weeks off when second in 3-runner affair at Leicester last month. Not entirely without hope on handicap debut in this sphere. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

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

Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

BETTING FORECAST:

15-8 Greenrock Abbey (IRE), 9-4 Grandeur d’Ame (FR), 4-1 Thelasthighking (IRE), 11-2 Extraordinary Man (FR), 50-1 Tiger Voice (FR)

RACE SUMMARY:

GREENROCK ABBEY improved for the fitting of cheekpieces when scoring in good style at Hereford in January and subsequently pulled clear of the rest when hitting the crossbar at Uttoxeter He should be suited by this sharp track and shades preference ahead of Huntingdon-winner Grandeur d’Ame. Though Thelasthighking was well beaten on debut in this sphere, he is very much a chasing type on looks and may leave that form well behind here following a break/wind op.

1-2-3:

Stratford Racecourse has generously sponsored all races today and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £75 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse

MULBERRY BAKEHOUSE

Mulberr y Bakehouse are thrilled to be opening its doors on Centre Course on Saturday April 1st. This family business is based in Lower Quinton and will be offering a range of coffees, teas, slush puppies, handmade savour y and sweet pastr y products from Cornish pasties to cruffins, soft drinks and takeaway Cream tea boxes consisting of handmade fruit scones, clotted cream and strawberr y jam. We look for ward to welcoming you and being the perfect accompaniment to your picnic or bbq.

GETAWAY LUV (IRE) 7 11 1 Mr Tommie M O’Brien 7-1 (Clive Boultbee-Brooks) 7 ran

PLAY SMARTER

1.GREENROCK ABBEY (IRE) 2.GRANDEUR D’AME (FR) 3.THELASTHIGHKING (IRE)

S T R A T F O R D RA CE CO UR S

The Find The Best Odds Oncourse

Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Gbb Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for juvenile four yrs old

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 BO ZENITH (FR) (23)

B g Zarak (FR) - Boreale du Berlais (FR)

1-31 11 12

O Mr O. S. Harris Br Mr Gilles Le Baron

T Gary Moore, Horsham S Tote

YELLOW, DARK BLUE seams, striped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a newcomers’ race on sole start in France last spring and duly left his odds-on Sandown failure well behind when scoring in pretty decisive fashion at Haydock (15.6f). Promises to be suited by this stiffer test and will prove hard to beat.

2 CABRAKAN (IRE) (15)

B g Divine Prophet (AUS) - Ready’s Legend (USA)

O Honestly Racing

T Milton Harris, Warminster

21213 BF 11 12

Br Aquis Farm

S Bresbet

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW seams, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, ORANGE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the level and winner of 2 of his 4 starts in this sphere. However, he was only third when odds-on for a 4-runner Hereford handicap recently and he looks up against it under a penalty here. Yard also saddles Nadim. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/2/2023 it was reported that the horse displayed signs of heat stress

3 BLUEGRASS (IRE) (10) 42 11 2

B g Galileo (IRE) - Quiet Reflection

O Mrs. Diana Gardiner Br Coolmore

T Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell S Science Supplements

LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE stripe, YELLOW sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, LIGHT BLUE and DARK BLUE striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat for Aidan O’Brien (placed in the 2022 Dante) and, having changed hands for 50,000 gns, he has made the frame both starts since switched to hurdles, latterly second of 9 in a first-time tongue strap at Newbury (16.3f). Should make his presence felt Star RatingHHHII

4 J’ADORE CHAS (FR) (-)

Ch g Elm Park - Kandora (FR)

O Mr P. J. McBurney Br Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al

T Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland

RED, ROYAL BLUE hoops, armlets and star on cap.

11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Elm Park gelding Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful French hurdler/ chaser Drowing and fair French hurdler Rhea Silva. Watch the betting for clues Star RatingHIIII Official

5 NADIM (IRE) (10)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Nymphea (IRE)

O Mr D Tye & Mr E Kelly

T Milton Harris, Warminster

05

Br Juergen & Ursula Imm GbR

S Bresbet

YELLOW, PURPLE star, PURPLE and YELLOW hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE star

11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-German 10f winner on Flat and there were positives to glean from his hurdles debut at Taunton last month. However, he was well adrift of Bluegrass at Newbury next time and big step forward needed here. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - MITCHELL BASTYAN

6 STATE LEGEND (IRE) (27) 06 11 2

B g Churchill (IRE) - Zibeling (IRE)

O Rubicon Racing Br Rifa Mustang Europe Ltd

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

VIOLET, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful for James Ferguson on the Flat and showed more than he did first time out over hurdles when sixth in a 12-runner Lingfield novice (2m) last time Still, it’s likely that he will come into his own in this sphere when switched to handicaps Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - CHARLIE TODD

Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.

BETTING FORECAST:

1-2 Bo Zenith (FR), 11-2 Bluegrass (IRE), 7-1 Cabrakan (IRE), 22-1 State Legend (IRE), 33-1 Nadim (IRE), 40-1 J’Adore Chas (FR)

RACE SUMMARY:

It’s hard to look beyond BO ZENITH, who beat leading Triumph Hurdle candidate Blood Destiny on his sole start for David Cottin in France and he did the job well when scoring at the second attempt for previous connections at Haydock. With Cabrakan proving something of a disappointment last time, Bluegrass looks the way to go for forecast purposes.

1-2-3:

1.BO ZENITH (FR) 2.BLUEGRASS (IRE) 3.CABRAKAN (IRE)

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G R E A T BR IT IS H BO NU S SC HE ME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) Scheme offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

RICHARD DAVIS AWARD

For the Top Conditional Jockey riding at Cheltenham, Chepstow, Hereford, Ludlow, Stratford, Warwick and Worcester during the period

3rd May 2022 – 22nd April 2023

(Sponsored by the Cheltenham & Three Counties Race Club)

Scoring: a Winner 10 points, a Second 7 points, a Third 4 points, a Fourth 2 points. Latest placings (up to and including 10th March 2023)

1. Philip Armson 170 pts

2. Luca Morgan 163 pts

3. Lily Pinchin 133 pts

4. Harry Kimber 123 pts

5. Liam Harrison 119 pts

6. Finn Lambert 107 pts

7. Jack Hogan 105 pts

PLAY SMARTER

Richard Davis was a talented jump jockey tragically killed in a fall over fences in 1996. This award is named in his memory

3 R D RA C E 2 . 40 PM

The Cash Is King In The Ring

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8650

Owners Prize Money Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 GO STEADY (GB) (16)

B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Pyleigh Lady

O Popham, Rogers

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

3-41336 11 12 0

Br Mrs H. Pudd

S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

YELLOW, BLACK epaulets, BLACK and YELLOW check sleeves, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in a 2 1/2m veterans’ event at Lingfield in December Placed next 2 starts but put firmly in his place at Kempton recently and, though eased 2lb and down in class here, he looks vulnerable Cheekpieces refitted Star RatingHHHII

2 WHYDAH GALLY (GB) (32)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Reverse Swing

1F1-2P4

O Sam’s Crew Br Grace & Samuel Hockenhull

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne S Coral Racing Limited

ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD GREEN epaulets, WHITE cap.

7 11 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Front-runner who bagged a Wincanton handicap and Fontwell novice over hurdles last season. However, he hasn’t made much of an impact in 3 starts since switched to fences

3 NATIVE ROBIN (IRE) (41)

Br g Robin des Pres (FR) - Homebird (IRE)

14-0043

O Mr P. Moore Br Barry O’Connor

T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton S Brendon Powerwashers MAROON, WHITE armlets, BLACK cap.

13 11 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who enjoyed a highly productive 2021/22 campaign, winning 4 of his half a dozen starts Well below par so far this season but the handicapper has reacted accordingly and he’s not completely ruled out now eased in class Star RatingHHHII

4 RAKHINE STATE (IRE) (66)

B g Arakan (USA) - Oiselina (FR)

114

30/61-33 C 10 11 9

O Mr Adam Lucock Br Bluegate Stud

T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

PURPLE, YELLOW star, armlets and stars on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over hurdles for Gordon Elliott and gained first success for current yard in handicap at Worcester in summer 2021. Placed both runs in this sphere since returning from a lengthy absence in November but needs to sharpen up his jumping. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 JORDAN NAILOR

5 RESERVE TANK (IRE) (20)

B g Jeremy (USA) - Lady Bellamy (IRE)

O Mr Roddy Owen

T Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

3-3PP40 9 11 8

Br Mr L. Dunne

S Foodnet Ltd

WHITE, RED chevron, EMERALD GREEN and RED striped sleeves, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent sort who is winless since 2019. Blinkers refitted here and he’s lurking on a very dangerous mark nowadays but hardly shaped as though a revival is imminent at Taunton last time Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112 SEAN BOWEN

6 ANIMAL (IRE) (44)

B g Arcadio (GER) - Fantine (IRE)

O James Rimmer & Chris Ames

T Suzy Smith, Littlehampton

13-6330 7 11 4

Br Ms Ciara Browne

S Tote

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, DARK BLUE sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account from 3lb lower mark at Fakenham last January and creditable placed efforts on 3 of his 5 subsequent starts Completely misfired last time but it would be no surprise were he to bounce back with a bold show. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/1/2023 it was reported that the horse resented the tacky ground Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108 LIAM

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7 ICAQUE DE L’ISLE (FR) (36) 413323 5 11 1

B g Free Port Lux - Quetsche de L’Isle (FR)

O Harper Girls

T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

Br Mme Veronique Sayet

S Tote

PURPLE, MAUVE chevron and armlets, MAUVE and PURPLE quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner over 2 1/4m in France and, though well held when sent off favourite for British debut in November, he has since performed with credit in handicaps at Huntingdon (2 1/2m) and Hereford (21f). Definite chance if his stamina holds out back up in trip here. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 109 HARRY BANNISTER

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)

Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. T

2022: ESPRIT DE SOMOZA (FR) 8 11 3 Chester Williams 7-1 (Mrs Jane Williams) 10 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

5-2 Icaque de L’Isle (FR), 10-3 Animal (IRE), 9-2 Go Steady (GB), 15-2 Rakhine State (IRE), 10-1 Native Robin (IRE), 12-1 Reserve Tank (IRE), 25-1 Whydah Gally (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

ICAQUE DE L’ISLE appeared to find 3m on soft ground too much of a test on debut for present connections but he has peformed with credit both starts since and there has to be a good chance that his stamina will pass the test over this intermediate trip round here. If that proves to be the case, he could be the answer to this trappy-looking contest. Native Robin and Reserve Tank would both be thrown in off their current marks if able to stage a revival but, as things stand, Animal is feared most.

1-2-3:

1.ICAQUE DE L’ISLE (FR) 2.ANIMAL (IRE) 3.NATIVE ROBIN (IRE)

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Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG

(2m

70yds) for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10650

Owners Prize Money Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538; Fifth £268. (Penalty Value £5624.26)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 GUMBALL (FR) (19)

Gr g No Risk At All (FR) - Good Time Girl (FR)

402P-45 CD BF 9 12 2

O Mr Terry Warner Br Mr J. Gallorini, Mlle M. Bilesimo et al

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S Bresbet YELLOW, BLACK chevron, check cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler/chaser at his best who shaped encouragingly after 5 months off when second on the Flat at Ascot in September Below par latest start in this sphere and similar story back on the level the last twice but he merits respect all the same having edged down to an attractive mark.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

2 IN THIS WORLD (FR) (493) 1- D 5 12 1

B h Saint des Saints (FR) - Maia Royale (FR)

O In This World Syndicate

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

RED, ROYAL BLUE sash and sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Br Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois

S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start on the Flat in France in June 2021 and looked a good prospect when seeing off dual subsequent winner Graystone and 8 others on hurdles debut at Warwick (2m) later that year Absent since but he’s brimming with potential and mark for this handicap bow looks manageable Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 131

3 GALICE MACALO (FR) (44)

B m Saddler Maker (IRE) - Victoire de Forme (FR)

O Culverhill Racing Club II

T Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

ORANGE, BLACK Cross of Lorraine

3-24314 CD 7 12 0

Br Mme Sylvie Bouchanville

S Culverhill Farm, Culverhill Farm Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who posted a career best when impressively winning 10-runner handicap at Chepstow (2m) in January. Performed about as well as could have been expected in Grade 2 at Doncaster last time and needs considering returned to handicap company here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130 DAVID

4 RESTITUTION (FR) (30)

B g Frankel - Restiana (FR)

4-21010

D 5 11

O Highclere T’Bred Racing - Restitution Br Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap.

9

S HighclereThoroughbred Racing Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well suited by the emphasis on speed when showing much improved form to land a third handicap hurdle success of his career at Doncaster (2m) over Christmas Struggled in a valuable contest at Newbury since, though, and will probably find this too competitive as well. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 125

5 ZAMBEZI FIX (FR) (16)

Gr g Zambezi Sun - Lady Fix (FR)

F-30421 D 8 11 8

O Mr Gethyn Mills & Mr B. J. Llewellyn Br Mr Olivier Tricot & Mr Max Hennau

T Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, RED sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally opened his account for present connections when narrowly prevailing in a 2m Chepstow handicap recently Remains on a good mark raised 4lb and he has to enter calculations

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 124 ROBERT WILLIAMS (3)

6 WORD HAS IT (IRE) (35)

B g Jeremy (USA) - Rathfeigh (IRE)

F34-333 D 9 11 7

O Mr T. G. Leslie Br Kevin Purfield

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

S Proactive Personnel Limited

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdle winner who returned to finish a creditable third in 2m handicap hurdles at Wetherby and Ffos Las in recent months Struggled over fences last time but not without each-way hope back in this sphere.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123 THEO GILLARD (3)

7 THOR DE CERISY (FR) (49) 060-315 D BF 9 11 5

B g Enrique - Midalisy (FR)

O Mrs Lynne Maclennan Br Mr O. Varin, Mr Y. Varin & Mr S. Varin

T Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

S Tote

BLACK and ORANGE (quartered), checked sleeves, ORANGE and BLACK quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Went 3 years without a win but well supported and back to his best when landing a handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f) in January, outpointing the re-opposing pair Zambezi Fix and Word Has It. However, he was disappointing off this mark in first-time cheekpieces (retained) over fences last time

8 BOMBYX (GB) (679)

Ch g Sir Percy - Bombazine (IRE)

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121 RICHARD PATRICK

13P/2- D 8 11 1

O The FOPS Br Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham

T Lucy Wadham, Newmarket S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

LIGHT BLUE and DARK BLUE (quartered), LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE spots, LIGHT BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat for James Fanshawe and made a winning start over hurdles in March 2021. Good second in a Kempton novice when last seen in May of that year but subsequent absence is an obvious concern. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117 BRYONY

9 AMELIA’S DANCE (IRE) (20)

341525 CD 8 11 1

Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Madame McGoldrick (IRE)

O C. R. Keightley Br Mr K. D. Cotter

T Robert Walford, Blandford S Tote

ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW hoop, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough success over C&D in October 2021 and has since developed into something of Taunton specialist, winning 3 times at that venue However, needs to bounce back following a rare poor effort there last time Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117 ANGUS CHELEDA (5)

10 BUBBLE DUBI (FR) (30) 43-2545 6 10 10

B g Waldpark (GER) - Miss Bubble Rose (FR)

O The Garratt Family Br L. de Premont & P. Bollart & X. Bollart

T Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell S Science Supplements

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE diamond and sleeves

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty in bumpers and positive start over hurdles when runner-up in a Chepstow maiden in November Wasn’t beaten at all far when fifth of 10 at Warwick (2m) last time and very much of interest off 1lb lower here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/2/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112 CIARAN GETHINGS

Number of Declared Runners 10 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

2022: OAKLEY (IRE) 9 11 12 Harry Bannister 17-2 (Richard Bandey) 7 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

9-4 In This World (FR), 15-2 Galice Macalo (FR), 8-1 Zambezi Fix (FR), Bubble Dubi (FR), 9-1 Thor de Cerisy (FR), 12-1 Gumball (FR), 14-1 Word Has It (IRE), 16-1 Amelia’s Dance (IRE), 22-1 Restitution (FR), 25-1 Bombyx (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

Provided all is well on the back of a significant absence, IN THIS WORLD could take plenty of stopping on his handicap debut in this sphere. The 5-y-o won a Warwick juvenile event in the manner of a smart recruit back in November 2021 he should have plenty more to offer. Zambezi Fix battled well when getting his head in front at Chepstow and is second choice ahead of Bubble Dubi and Galice Macalo.

1-2-3:

1.IN THIS WORLD (FR) 2.ZAMBEZI FIX (FR) 3.BUBBLE DUBI (FR)

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Steeple Chase (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds) for novice five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £4600

Owners Prize Money Winner £2052; Second £1026; Third £513; Fourth £257.

(Penalty Value £2361.18) HC

SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 HOMME D’UN SOIR (FR) (57) 30-61U3 7 12 6

B g Hurricane Cat (USA) - Country Girl (FR)

O Mr J. B. Harper

T Francesca Poste, Ettington

H Grafton

S Crockwell

DARK BLUE, YELLOW braces, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW spots, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful for Stuart Crawford, making a winning chase debut in a maiden at Roscommon (2m) in August. Remote third on his completed start in points for new connections but the one to beat if back to his Irish form

2 TIME LEADER (IRE) (25) 323151 9 12 2

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Dancing Matilda (IRE)

O G Capper M Kennerley L Doyle & M Loran H North Shropshire

T J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich

LIGHT BLUE, MAROON diamond, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, MAROON diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer for this yard and he continued the good work when a smooth winner on hunter debut at Leicester (22.5f) 25 days ago. Another prominent showing is on the

3 CASTLE TRUMP (IRE) (15) 111-P15 9 11 12

B or Br g Presenting - Ella Watson (IRE)

O Mrs J. K. Buckle H East Essex

T Rob Cundy, Semer DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE star, stars on sleeves and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up at Cheltenham last spring on his hunter debut but his point record (6 wins, incuding in January) suggests he ought to be up to making an impact in a race like this

4 I OFTEN WONDER (GB) (9)

Br g Intikhab (USA) - Flotation (USA)

O Mrs L. Osborne

T M. Osborne, Bourton-On-The-Water

155P-PP 9 11 12

H Heythrop

LIGHT GREEN, YELLOW hoop, hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner but his Rules form was Ireland uninspiring and he fared no better in a Ffos Las hunter last month.

5 MARTON ABBEY (GB) (16)

Br g Orientor - Naywye

O Mrs Annabel England

T Mrs Annabel England, Naunton

EMERALD GREEN, RED armlets, quartered cap.

RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating

2/5P-21 7 11 12

H North Cotswold

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed only minor promise in 2 hurdles for Kim Bailey in autumn 2021 but has recently won a maiden point for this stable ahead of his hunter debut

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - MR

6 SENDING LOVE (IRE) (29)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Dato Vic (IRE)

O Mr James Stride

T Miss Dawn Ball, Oxhill

BLACK, ORANGE disc, checked sleeves, quartered cap.

1/6UP-PP 10 11 12

H Grafton

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler for Paul Nicholls but disappointed in 3 chase starts for that yard last season and he’s pulled up in 2 points since joining current connections Has plenty to prove at present. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120 MR JAMES KING

Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

2022: DRAKES WELL (IRE) 9 11 7 Miss Alice Stevens 9-2 (F A Hutsby) 10 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

7-4 Time Leader (IRE), 9-4 Homme d’Un Soir (FR), 11-2 Marton Abbey (GB), 8-1 Castle Trump (IRE), 14-1 Sending Love (IRE), 33-1 I Often Wonder (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

HOMME D’UN SOIR was effectively having his first outing since August when a well-held third in a point in January so it’s possible he’ll strip fitter this time and he’ll take a bit of stopping if he can recapture anything like the level he achieved under Rules in Ireland. Recent Leicester scorer Time Leader looks the obvious danger

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National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for maiden four, five and six yrs old

Total prize fund £4000

Owners Prize Money Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209. (Penalty Value £2178.40)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 CAME FROM NOTHING (IRE) (119)0 5 11 6

B g Beat Hollow - By The Hour (IRE)

O Mr D. W. N. Walker

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

WHITE, RED diamond

Br Mr D. Breen

S Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, eighth of 14 in bumper at Exeter (17f, good to soft) on debut 119 days ago

Was a bit better than the result on that occasion but he’ll need to leave that bare form well behind back from a break Star Rating

2 FREDDIE’S SONG (FR) (-)

Bl g Great Pretender (IRE) - Athinea (FR)

O Mr Simon Hunt

Br Mr Athanase Poulopoulos

T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold S Winvic Construction Limited

RED and WHITE check, BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.

5 11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Great Pretender gelding Dam (c99/h110), hurdle/chase winner in France, half-sister to French hurdler/chaser (17f-19f winner) Aflatoun. Yard 0-18 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons

3 NATIVE MOON (IRE) (-)

Ch g Sea Moon - Toye Native (IRE)

O The Gosden Mob Br Mr Ian Lindsay

T Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple

MAUVE and WHITE check, WHITE sleeves, MAUVE armlets

5 11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Sea Moon gelding Half-brother to fair hurdler Tullyveery Lad, stays 23f, and 3m hurdle winner Joanna I’m Fine, both by Famous Name Stable enjoys the odd bit of bumper success and has been among the winners in recent days Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - ALAN JOHNS

4 RASCAL (GB) (-)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Fairy Theatre (IRE)

O Sharon Nelson & Vicki Robinson Br Jeremy MacTaggart

T Tom George, Slad

WHITE, DARK BLUE star, sleeves and cap.

S HBA Media

5 11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW £40,000 Blue Bresil gelding Dam (h106), maiden hurdler, sister to smart hurdler/ top-class chaser (stayed 29f) Bellshill Betting should guide to expectations with this newcomer

5 SAINT JAGUEN (FR) (110)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Soif d’Aimer (FR)

O Imperial Racing & Mr John Blackburn Br H. Tibeuf

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

BLACK, WHITE stars, striped sleeves, BLACK cap.

5 BF

5 11 6

BURKE

S Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Could only manage a well-held fifth on his Hereford debut in November but the fact that he went off at 15/8 suggests that a lot better was anticipated. Has subsequently undergone wind surgery and also wears a first-time tongue tie Could prove a different proposition this time Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - PADDY BRENNAN

6 SOUTH OMO ZONE (IRE) (149) P-2

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Starry Lady (IRE)

O Air-Water Investments Ltd Br S. McGivern & P. Harford

T Milton Harris, Warminster

S Bresbet

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE spots, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE spots and cap.

5 11 6

TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 buy after finishing runner-up on completed start in Irish points Very interesting contender for a stable with a good bumper record.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - BRADLEY HARRIS (7)

7 THORPENESS (IRE) (16) 0 5 11 6

B g Doyen (IRE) - African Keys (IRE)

O Mr P. H. Betts

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Brian Griffin

S HATCHER COMPONENTS LTD

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE braces, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars and stars on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW From a top stable but sent off at 25/1 when well held on Kempton debut 16 days ago.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/2/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

8 TREGELE (IRE) (43)

B g Mahler - Emily Gray (IRE)

O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall

T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Suroben Ltd

S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

DARK BLUE and YELLOW (halved), DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, shaped encouragingly when 9 lengths fifth of 10 on Southwell debut in January, travelling well long way. Much respected with improvemnet likely

9 CORNAMONA (IRE) (85)

Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Belle Bora (IRE)

O Countrywide Park Homes Ltd

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

RED and WHITE diamonds

Br Christopher Maye

S Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges

TIMEFORM VIEW Has joined a top yard since making a winning start in the Irish pointing field in December Market confidence behind her would look very significant.

10 BALLEE (IRE) (19) 5

B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Spartan Angel (IRE)

O Mr P. J. McBurney

T Gerald Stephen Quinn, Ireland

RED, ROYAL BLUE hoops, armlets and star on cap.

Br Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey

TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, raced freely despite being fitted with a hood but did show ability when fifth of 10 in a Punchestown bumper (2m, good to soft) on debut 19 days ago This sharp track ought to suit him on that evidence. Yard has had a bumper winner in Britain.

11 FLYING FORTUNE (IRE) (34) 34

Br f Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Turbo Linn

O Fortune N’Fame fillies Br Cathal Ennis

T Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

EMERALD GREEN, RED chevron, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, RED cap, WHITE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune filly who has shown fair form when reaching the frame at Ludlow and Market Rasen (listed) in recent months Prominent showing likely here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - SEAN BOWEN

10.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 3, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

2022: UKANTANGO (IRE) 5 11 4 Aidan Coleman 11-2 (Olly Murphy) 12 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

3-1 Cornamona (IRE), 6-1 Saint Jaguen (FR), Flying Fortune (IRE), 15-2 Ballee (IRE), 8-1 Tregele (IRE), 17-2 South Omo Zone (IRE), 14-1 Rascal (GB), 25-1 Came From Nothing (IRE), 28-1 Native Moon (IRE), 50-1 Freddie’s Song (FR), Thorpeness (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

An interesting bumper to conclude. TREGELE impressed with the way he travelled for a long way on his Southwell debut 6 weeks ago and gets the nod to build on that promising run. Point-recruits Cornamona and South Omo Zone are potentially dangerous opponents, particularly if the betting speaks in their favour Flying Fortune has the form to be thereabouts, while the strength behind Saint Jaguen on his debut suggests he’s thought capable of a lot better than he showed on that occasion.

1-2-3:

1.TREGELE (IRE) 2.CORNAMONA (IRE) 3.SOUTH OMO ZONE (IRE)

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First Race 1.30 - THE ONCOURSE BOOKMAKERS WELCOME YOU TO STRATFORD HANDICAP

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4568 to the winning horse The second to receive £2101, the third £1050, the fourth £525 and the fifth £262. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Stratford Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 12 entries at £40. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)

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Second Race 2.05 - THE FIND THE BEST ODDS ONCOURSE JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for juvenile four yrs old Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. Stratford Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 12 entries at £50. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

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Third Race 2.40 - THE CASH IS KING IN THE RING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4568 to the winning horse The second to receive £2101, the third £1050, the fourth £525 and the fifth £262. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Crookedholm Gadgies have 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 14 entries at £40. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)

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Fourth Race 3.15 - THE BETTER VALUE WITH RACECOURSE BOOKMAKERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5624 to the winning horse The second to receive £2587, the third £1293, the fourth £647 and the fifth £322. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Stratford Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 8th April, 2023. 16 entries at £50. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538; Fifth £268. (Penalty Value £5624.26)

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Fifth Race 3.50 - THE SERVICE WITH A SMILE ONCOURSE BOOKMAKERS NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2361 to the winning horse The second to receive £1180, the third £590 and the fourth £295. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. The Racecourse Executive has kindly 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 The Credit Call Cup will be presented and then retained by the Racecourse NOTE: For the year 2023, the term‘Novice’for Hunters’Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 10 entries at £23. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2052; Second £1026; Third £513; Fourth £257. (Penalty Value £2361.18) HC SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.25 - THE SEE YOU AT CHELTENHAM OPEN MAIDEN

NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2178 to the winning horse The second to receive £1003, the third £501 and the fourth £251. for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race Stratford Racecourse 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). 26 entries at £20. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209. (Penalty Value £2178.40)

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