Stratford-On-Avon Racecard - Saturday 1st April

Saturday, 1st April, 2023

Official Programme & Form Guide £3

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 on this spring Saturday afternoon We would especially like to welcome all of our sponsors and racegoers who are celebrating Birthdays and special occasions. We feel honoured to be playing a small part in your special day.

We are very much looking forward to racing during the summer months, for anyone interested in future days you will find the fixture list on the back page of this race card

We have also resumed our popular 25 Club which gives individuals and companies a fun affordable way to get involved with racing for the year The package includes hospitality, annual badges and sponsorship. If you are interested, please call Wendy on 01789 267949 prices start from £1500.

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

Enjoy your day at Stratford Races.

With best wishes,

Mrs Ilona Barnett 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

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 (33 wins from 138 runners, 24%) runs GO STEADY (4.37).

FERGAL O’BRIEN (20 wins from 102 runners, 20%) runs DANCILA (2.17).

JONJO O’NEILL (16 wins from 88 runners, 18%) runs JOLY MAKER (2.52).

C LONGSDON (12 wins from 61 runners, 20%) runs ALIEN STORM (2.17).

P NICHOLLS (11 wins from 33 runners, 33%) runs BEAU BALKO (2.17), BANTEER (5.12).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

O MURPHY (12 wins from 38 runners, 32%) runs WEEBILL and HOKELAMI (3.27).

D MCCAIN (10 wins from 49 runners, 20%) runs DEDANSER (4.02).

D SKELTON (8 wins from 49 runners, 16%) runners listed above.

P NICHOLLS (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runners listed above.

FERGAL O’BRIEN (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runners listed above.

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

PADDY BRENNAN (14 wins from 85 rides, 16%) rides DANCILA (2.17).

AIDAN COLEMAN (13 wins from 67 rides, 19%) rides IBERICO LORD (2.17).

BRYONY FROST (12 wins from 52 rides, 23%) rides TINY TANTRUM (4.02), BANTEER (5.12).

THOMAS BELLAMY (11 wins from 49 rides, 22%) rides FAKIR (2.52), RUTHLESS ARTICLE (4.37), CONNOLLY (5.12).

ADAM WEDGE (9 wins from 58 rides, 16%) rides RING THE MOON (3.27), QUOI DE NEUF (4.37).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

THOMAS BELLAMY (5 wins from 37 rides, 14%) rides listed above.

BRENDAN POWELL (5 wins from 24 rides, 21%) rides LAMANVER BEL AMI (4.02), VISION DES FLOS (4.37),

LORD OF THUNDER (5.12).

CAOILIN QUINN (4 wins from 16 rides, 25%) rides PERFECT MAN (4.02), DOM OF MARY (4.37).

NICK SCHOLFIELD (3 wins from 25 rides, 12%) rides CAPTAIN ATTRIDGE (2.17).

AIDAN COLEMAN (3 wins from 9 rides, 33%) rides listed above.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.52 DO IT FOR THY SEN (won off 106 down 4lb to 102); FAKIR (won off 123 down 17lb to 106);

FANZIO (won off 130 down 23lb to 107); 4.02 GAIA VALLIS (won off 88 down 5lb to 83).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

KINGSTON KING (3.27) trained by J Coulson, Heaton, distance of 227 miles.

SANS OF GOLD (4.02) trained by J Frost, Buckfastleigh, distance of 176 miles.

ARTHALOT (4.02) trained by V Dartnall, Barnstaple, distance of 164 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including -1st April.

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

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S T RA C E 2 . 17 PM

The Happy Birthday Annie Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class

(Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards, Total prize fund £7000

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Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 ALIEN STORM (IRE) (95) 53-2120 D 5 11 7

B g Getaway (GER) - Missusan (IRE)

O The Alien Storm Partnership Br Railside Farm

T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton S Merribelle Stable Llc

LIGHT GREEN, RED stars, RED cap, LIGHT GREEN star

TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding from good jumping family Improved with each outing in bumpers and made a positive start over hurdles, successful at Plumpton in October and better form when second under a penalty at Kempton. Below par handicap debut needs shrugging off Star RatingHHHHI

2 BEAU BALKO (FR) (44) 2151 D 5 11 7

B g Balko (FR) - Douce Ambiance (FR)

O Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Balko Br Mr Ghislain Coutre

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat S Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on his sole Flat start in France and got off the mark over hurdles at the second attempt when dictating at Hereford in November Below par handicap debut but he cast that aside in no uncertain terms when adding to tally at Sandown in February. Likely has more to offer Star RatingHHHHH

Official BHA Rating 124 ANGUS CHELEDA (5)

3 DANCILA (IRE) (12)

B g Teofilo (IRE) - Empress of Rome (IRE)

O Dr Richard and Anne Rowland

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

12 D 6 11 7

Br J. S. Bolger

S Bresbet

PINK, BLACK star, PINK sleeves, BLACK stars, PINK cap, BLACK star

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat winner in Ireland for Jim Bolger and excellent start over hurdles when seeing off 3 winners at Musselburgh in February. Merely matched that form when second under a penalty at Taunton and more needed in this deeper race Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121 PADDY BRENNAN

4 SAMUEL SPADE (GER) (18)

B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Summarily (IRE)

O Mrs Emma Palmer

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

1210 D 4 11 4

Br J. De Jong

S Fitzdares

DARK BLUE, PINK chevron, DARK BLUE sleeves, PINK stars, PINK cap, DARK BLUE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on the Flat but has quickly reached a higher level over hurdles, winning at Kempton and Huntingdon and a good second in between. Jumping errors costly in deeper environment at Cheltenham. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/3/2023 it was reported that the horse briefly lost an iron early-on. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 126 KIELAN WOODS

5 CAPTAIN ATTRIDGE (IRE) (15) 5 11 0

B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - High Queen (IRE)

O Sue Howell Br W. L. O’Toole

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley S Tote

WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m) for Fozzy Stack in Ireland in 2021. Bought for 33,000 gns in October of that year so it took a while for new connections to get him to the track and he offered little at Wolverhampton a fortnight ago Tough ask now hurdling Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - NICK SCHOLFIELD

6 IBERICO LORD (FR) (96) 16F 5 11 0

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Valcelita (FR)

O Mr John P. McManus Br Thierry Adenot

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a French bumper in May. Faded to finish a well-held sixth of 8 on his Cheltenham hurdle debut in November and was held when falling at Kempton in December Still early days and he’s had a wind op Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - AIDAN COLEMAN

7 MY BOY GRIZZLE (IRE) (9) 4/-5 8 11 0

B g Fame And Glory - Luminous Lizzie

O Mr Robert P. Clarke

T Clare Ellam, Market Drayton

Br John O’Brien

ORANGE, BLACK star, BLACK and ORANGE chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap, ORANGE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Fame And Glory gelding Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Supreme Huntress Hooded and very strong in the betting in a Tipperary bumper in March 2021 but ultimately held back by inexperience. Left J. D. Motherway and almost certainly needed the run on last week’s hurdles bow. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - BEN

8 ONNAROLL (FR) (134) 0P 5 11 0

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Sainte Borgue (FR)

O Heartful Racing Br Mr Bertrand Compignie

T Cynthia Woods, Crowborough

S Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd

LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE armlets.

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded and well held both starts during the autumn for Nigel Hawke

9 JUPITER DU GITE (FR) (15) 3-16P D 4 10 13

B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Malaga de St Sulpice (FR)

O Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd Br Mr Daniel Gerault

T Gary Moore, Horsham S K M Elite Products Ltd

PINK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo, halved sleeves, PINK and ROYAL BLUE quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a major upset when making all on British/hurdles debut at Newbury in December but proved far too free in a Triumph trial and the main race itself at Cheltenham. Eases in class but backing him comes with clear risks attached Hood off Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 130 NIALL

10 FOREVER A DOVE (IRE) (130) 2-26 5 10 7

B m Westerner - Drumderry (IRE)

O Mr Kevin Dove Br Paddy Kinsella

T Jake Coulson, Heaton

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BROWN, WHITE stars, sleeves and cap.

NON-RUNNER

S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Similar form when runner-up in a brace of Southwell bumpers during the middle part of 2022. Below par effort when last seen in November and now goes

Number of Declared Runners 10 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

BETTING FORECAST:

11-4 Beau Balko (FR), 4-1 Jupiter du Gite (FR), 6-1 Dancila (IRE), Samuel Spade (GER), Iberico Lord (FR), 17-2 Alien Storm (IRE), 40-1 Forever A Dove (IRE), 100-1 Captain Attridge (IRE), 250-1 Onnaroll (FR), 300-1 My Boy Grizzle (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

BEAU BALKO turned a Sandown handicap into a one-sided affair in February, and while conceding a penalty in a fairly competitive novice will be no easy task, he could well be up to the job. Jupiter du Gite has his share of talent but is clearly a very difficult ride and it remains to be seen whether the removal of a hood will help, so Alien Storm is feared most.

1-2-3:

1.BEAU BALKO (FR) 2.ALIEN STORM (IRE) 3.JUPITER DU GITE (FR)

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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.

T H E PA RK ER FA MI LY

The Parker Family 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

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.

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.

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.

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Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) 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) Weights lowered 4lb

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (7)

B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose

O B Jones & Son

T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

BLACK and PINK stripes, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.

1-416F1 9 11 13

Br C. F. C. Jackson

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who made a successful switch to chasing at Bangor in November

In good form back hurdling since, adding to his tally there in good style on debut for this yard last week. Obvious claims back over fences Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 113 MITCHELL BASTYAN

2 CHANCEUX (IRE) (35)

B g Mahler - Granny Mc Cann (IRE)

O RSKM Bloodstock

T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

GREY, RED spots.

3P-62F3 7 11 12

Br Mr Anthony McCann

S Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice hurdle winner who improved at first attempt over fences when runner-up at Uttoxeter (20f, heavy) in December but hasn’t kicked on both starts since, just respectable third of 4 in handicap chase at Newcastle (16.3f, good to soft, 7/2) 35 days ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

3 THE GREY FALCO (FR) (12)

Gr g Falco (USA) - Take A Chance (FR)

O The Roaming Roosters

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

ROYAL BLUE, PINK star and star on cap.

03-0PP3 8 11 9

Br Mme Magalen Bryant

S Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over hurdles at Haydock last winter. Largely struggled after but shaped better than being pulled up at Fontwell on second chase start/yard debut would imply and duly took a step back in the right direction when third at Southwell 12 days ago Could be ready to strike now. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 109

4 FANZIO (FR) (19)

B g Day Flight - Tu L’As Eu (FR)

O Fanzio Partnership

T Laura Hurley, Tiverton

34U431 CD 8 11 7

Br Jean Brest

GREY, ROYAL BLUE triple diamond, armlets and diamond on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Revived all of a sudden to cash in on a much-reduced mark at Taunton 19 days ago, never going all that well but digging in to capitalise on the favourite’s late wobble Has since left Richard Hobson and not an obvious one to follow up. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107 JAMES BEST

5 FAKIR (FR) (14)

B g Day Flight - Lazary (FR)

53P534 8 11 6

O In For A Penny Partnership Br S.C. Couetil Elevage

T Milton Harris, Warminster

S Bresbet

EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when landing a 3-runner handicap chase at Fontwell (21.5f) on debut for this yard in September Has found life tougher since but dangerous to discount off tumbling mark/ first-time headgear Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106 TOM BELLAMY

6 JOLY MAKER (IRE) (217)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Joly Coeur (FR)

3124-14 CD 9 11 5

O Mr John P. McManus Br Stephane Milaveau

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

S Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who returned from 3 months off when scoring over C&D last summer but others look better handicapped. Off 7 months. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105 MAX KENDRICK

7 DO IT FOR THY SEN (IRE) (57) 42-1P40 9 11 2

Ch g Mountain High (IRE) - Ashlings Princess (IRE)

O R L Baker & R Lee

Br John Kelleher

T Kerry Lee, Presteigne S Fitzdares Limited

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his unbeaten record at Southwell in rather tame fashion on return and well held next 2 starts at Chepstow Yard in good form at least Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)

Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

T H E RE SU LT

2022: GIVE ME A MOMENT (IRE) 7 11 12 Harry Bannister 8-13 (Richard Bandey) 4 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

11-4 Feel The Pinch (GB), 9-2 The Grey Falco (FR), 5-1 Fakir (FR), 6-1 Fanzio (FR), 15-2 Chanceux (IRE), 12-1 Joly Maker (IRE), 14-1 Do It For Thy Sen (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

THE GREY FALCO again caught the eye on his second start for this yard when third at Southwell 12 days ago, finishing with running left, and looks ready to take advantage of a career-low mark. Feel The Pinch won his only chase start at Bangor in November and has since made an impressive winning debut for this yard over hurdles there last week, so is the obvious threat.

1-2-3:

1.THE GREY FALCO (FR) 2.FEEL THE PINCH 3.FAKIR (FR)

N I C O L A CO LE

Nicola Cole has 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

C H E C K YO UR T IC K E T S

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

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3 R D RA C E 3 . 27 PM

The Northern Bert’s 70Th Birthday Selling Hurdle Race

(Class 5)

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

Total prize fund £5000

Owners Prize Money Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 WEEBILL (GB) (15) (£7000) 123-131 11 12 0

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Wee Dinns (IRE) (Marju (IRE))

O Olly Murphy Racing Club Br C. R. R. Sweeting & Conduit Farm Partner

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S McCoy Contractors

RED, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets and star on DARK BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Good record at selling/claiming level in recent times, including winning a 2m Fakenham claimer last month. The one to beat.

2 RING THE MOON (GB) (9) (£7000) 1-0P3P1 D 10 11 10

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Get The Ring (FR) (Linamix (FR))

O Mr W. J. Evans Br John-Henry Metzger

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan S Tote

DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth career success when taking a Chepstow handicap hurdle 9 days ago but that form is only modest and he’ll require more if he’s to follow up in this non-handicap

3 CAPTAIN JACK (GB) (11) (£7000)

B g Mount Nelson - Court Princess (Mtoto)

0B3203 10 11 4

O Derek & Cheryl Holder Br Derek & Cheryl Holder

T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

RED and ROYAL BLUE diamonds, EMERALD GREEN and RED striped sleeves, RED cap, EMERALD GREEN diamond

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in his best effort of the season when third of 9 in 2m Wetherby handicap 11 days ago. Place claims again if in similar form Star Rating

4 FORECAST (GB) (20) (£7000) 203546 CD 11 11 4

Ch g Observatory (USA) - New Orchid (USA) (Quest For Fame)

O Martin Keighley Racing Club Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S Fbc Manby Bowdler

WHITE, DARK BLUE stars, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over hurdles in first spell for this yard and added to tally over fences for Dr Richard Newland during 2021. Yet to find his best form since rejoining this stable but this is a drop in grade.

Official BHA Rating 103 HARRY ATKINS (10)

5 HOKELAMI (FR) (20) (£7000) 53003 6 11 4

B or Br g Coastal Path - Une Brik (FR) (Brier Creek (USA))

O Mr Adrian Butler Br E.A.R.L. Trinquet, M. & O. Trinquet

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

MAUVE, WHITE hoops, halved sleeves, MAUVE cap.

S McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown some promise, including when third of 7 in 19f Market Rasen handicap last time Likely to be in the shake-up now dropping into a seller STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91 WILLIAM KENNEDY

6 KINGSTON KING (IRE) (60) (£7000) 62-P2PP 9 11 4

B g Morozov (USA) - Gra Mo Chroi (River Falls)

O Mr Nick Carter Br Pat Sheehy

T Jake Coulson, Heaton

BLACK, MAUVE epaulets, hooped sleeves, striped cap.

S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Exposed as modest and easy to look elsewhere back hurdling after pulling up over fences last twice. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 73

MISS ROISIN LEECH (7)

7 MALINA OCARINA (GB) (258) (£7000) F41-242 BF 8 10 11

B m Malinas (GER) - Ocarina Davis (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE))

O M.H. Racing Malina Br Katherine Mead & Derek Mead

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

WHITE, PURPLE diamond, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a 2m Uttoxeter seller in summer 2021. Returned from an absence to run with credit in 3 handicap hurdles last summer, finishing second over C&D when last seen in July. Can go well fresh. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93 KEVIN BROGAN

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3.

2022: SOFIA’S ROCK (FR) 8 10 9 Mr Tristan Durrell 4-9 (Dan Skelton) 8 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

7-4 Weebill (GB), 4-1 Malina Ocarina (GB), 5-1 Forecast (GB), 8-1 Captain Jack (GB), 9-1 Hokelami (FR), 10-1 Ring The Moon (GB), 66-1 Kingston King (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

WEEBILL looks good for a fifth win in his last 8 starts. The returning Malina Ocarina can give him most to think about ahead of the selection’s stablemate Hokelami.

1-2-3:

1.WEEBILL 2.MALINA OCARINA 3.HOKELAMI (FR)

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T H E FA MI LY OF PA UL (A KA NO RT HE RN BE RT )

The Family of Paul (AKA Northern Bert) 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.

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C E

The Crown Workforce Management Handicap Hurdle Race

(Class 5)

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

Total prize fund £6150

Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 PROPELLED (GB) (30)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Polly Peachum (IRE)

242-646 BF 6 12 2

O Middleham Park Racing LXI & Peter Lamb Br Upton Viva Stud

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn S Middleham Park Racing

LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form on first of his 2 starts in bumpers and ran to a similar level when runner-up in a Huntingdon novice (20.7f) on hurdling debut. After 9 months off, hasn’t progressed in 3 starts this season, brushed aside on handicap debut a month ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102 BEN BROMLEY

2 DEDANSER (IRE) (22)

B g Frammassone (IRE) - Courtown Bowe VII

1-PP034 7 11 13

O Sarah & Wayne Dale Br Lorcan Allen

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

S Taydal Surfacing Limited, Proactive Personnel Limited

BLACK, YELLOW seams, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, BLACK cap, YELLOW star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with success at Bangor Low-key start in handicaps but down in the weights and fitted with blinkers, he’s hit the frame on his last 2 starts This isn’t a strong race so he’s of serious interest. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/3/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed throughout

3 LAMANVER BEL AMI (GB) (387)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Lamanver Homerun

P0/1600- 9 11 12

O Dr Donna Christensen Br Dr Donna Christensen

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

S Coral Racing Limited

RED, WHITE hoops, halved sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when making a winning reappearance at Worcester in November 2021. Hard to get excited by efforts later in the season and off 12 months Has joined a successful yard though, so the market may prove revealing

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98

4 GETBAZOUTOFHERE (GB) (20)

Ch m Gentlewave (IRE) - Present Your Case (IRE)

0326-04 7 11 8

O Mr I M Lewis Br Yorton Farm Stud

T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

S JMC Surfacing Contractors,Treehouse Sporting Colours

RED, EMERALD GREEN star, chevrons on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, RED star

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form over hurdles so far and not even at that level both starts back from an absence in 2023.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

5 DELLBOY TROTTER (IRE) (172) 323424 BF 7 11 6

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Super Daisy (IRE)

O Mr P. Long

T Tracey Leeson, Towcester

Br Gerard Kennedy

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of 20.5f Market Rasen wins in June and held form pretty well to end 2022. Consistency means he’s still 11lb below last winning mark on return to action.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92 TOM

6 KALPAGA (FR) (39) 45-0P30 6 11 4

B m Kamsin (GER) - Via Carolina (FR)

O ER Newnham and JD Shinton

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

TIMEFORM VIEW

Br Erick Bec de La Motte & E.A.R.L. La Dari

S Dragonbet, Tote

YELLOW, YELLOW and LIGHT GREEN check sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap.

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NON-RUNNER

Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating 90 NON RUNNER

MITCHELL BASTYAN

BUCKLEY (3)

7 ARTHALOT (IRE) (53)

B g Camelot - Annina (IRE)

O Thethrillofitall

T Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple

Br Mr Jim McGrath

S Hartnoll Hotel

WHITE, MAUVE chevron, MAUVE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, MAUVE cap, WHITE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on Flat. Beaten a long way on his completed start over hurdles and needed to see more on February’s handicap debut

8 PERFECT MAN (IRE) (9)

B g Morozov (USA) - Garrisker (IRE)

O Ryan Potter Racing Club

T Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br Andrew Pierce

LIGHT BLUE, WHITE spots, WHITE and LIGHT BLUE halved sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run stetches back to 2020 but he has a very lowly mark to exploit for new connections Market may prove useful

9 GAIA VALLIS (FR) (39)

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Toccata Vallis (FR)

O David Bridgwater Racing

T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

Br Mr Andre Noel Dutertre

DARK BLUE and BROWN (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored a couple of times last season but hasn’t resumed in particularly good form this time round Down in the weights but need to see more before considering her

10 TINY TANTRUM (IRE) (27)

B g Fame And Glory - Sara’s Smile

O Mrs N. Kappler

T Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning

Br Thomas Meagher

GREEN, YELLOW cross belts, collar and cuffs, hooped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden for Lucy Wadham last term but not at his best in 5 handicaps for new yard this winter. Mark is on the slide but still need to see more.

11 O’GRADY’S BOY (IRE) (131)

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Jemima Jay (IRE)

O The Deeside Partnership

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, MAROON cap.

Br Gerard Leahy

S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler/chaser at best but has gone the wrong way this season, showing temperament over hurdles on his first 2 starts of the campaign and pulled up both outings over fences since.

12 RICHARDSON (GB) (27)

Ch g Kirkwall - Makeover

O Mrs Belinda Clarke Br G. D. Kendrick

T John Groucott, Much Wenlock

EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap hurdler who didn’t achieve a great deal despite finishing second in the mud at Leicester in December Fair fifth at Huntingdon since but more needed

13 AMLOVI (IRE) (14)

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Portanob (IRE)

O Mr S. R. Whistance

T Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn

4463-P6 10 10 2

Br Mrs Fintina Kealey

LIGHT BLUE, RED triple diamond and sleeves, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted herself well back over hurdles last season, finishing a creditable third at Warwick on her final start of the campaign. Hasn’t carried much of a threat both outings this term, though. 3lb out of the weights Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71 BEN POSTE

14 SANS OF GOLD (IRE) (19)

Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Shannon Pearl (IRE)

405P00 5 10 2

O 4Racing Owners Club Br The Beeches Stud Ltd

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, RED stars, RED cap, ROYAL BLUE stars

TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced completed start in points and hasn’t offered much over hurdles to date.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 71

Number of Declared Runners 14 (Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 10.

BETTING FORECAST:

9-2 Dedanser (IRE), 11-2 Propelled (GB), Perfect Man (IRE), 6-1 Dellboy Trotter (IRE), 11-1 Tiny Tantrum (IRE), 14-1 Lamanver Bel Ami (GB), 16-1 Richardson (GB), 18-1 Amlovi (IRE), 22-1 Getbazoutofhere (GB), 25-1 Gaia Vallis (FR), 28-1 Arthalot (IRE), 50-1 O’Grady’s Boy (IRE), 100-1 Sans of Gold (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

DEDANSER seems to have found his level eased in the weights and, now fitted with blinkers and with this not a deep race despite the field size, this looks a good chance for him to double his career tally Lamanver Bel Ami and Perfect Man have both moved yards since last seen and a handicapping case can be made for them, so the market may be revealing.

1-2-3:

1.DEDANSER (IRE) 2.LAMANVER BEL AMI 3.PERFECT MAN (IRE)

C R O W N WO RK FO RC E MA NA GE ME NT

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H O R S E WE LF AR E

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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.

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The Alan Peak Happy Birthday Today

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3)

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

Total prize fund £12650

Owners Prize Money Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 RUTHLESS ARTICLE (IRE) (251) 3P6-U21 10 12 2

B g Definite Article - Lady Kamando

O J Rymer R Farnham C Rymer J Farnham Br Walter Crean

T Rebecca Curtis, Newport S William Hill

PINK, RED star, hooped sleeves and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever last summer, runner-up in a valuable 3 1/4m listed handicap chase at Uttoxeter in June prior to going one better over the same C&D a month later. 5lb rise fair enough but may find a few of these too strong back from an 8-month break Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 137 TOM

2 VISION DES FLOS (FR) (35) 212422 10 11 9

B g Balko (FR) - Marie Royale (FR)

O Mr C. L. Tizzard

Br Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne S Coral Racing Limited

YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN spots and armlets, DARK GREEN cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over fences at Warwick in September and has remained in good form since, coping well with the drop back to 2m when runner-up at Chepstow last time Return to this trip no bad thing and he’s a live contender

3 FIRE AWAY (IRE) (249)

B g Getaway (GER) - Joan’s Girl (IRE)

1-P1602 10 11 6

O The Stagger Inn Br Brian Moran

T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds S Postpack Ltd

RED, BLACK star, sleeves and stars on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Built up good strike rate over hurdles/fences for this yard, doing well under the circumstances to add to his tally at Cartmel last May. However, below par thereafter and entitled to need this run following 8 months off Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 127

4 QUOI DE NEUF (FR) (30)

B g Anzillero (GER) - Qualite Controlee (FR)

P-P4512 BF 9 11 5

O Mr & Mrs William Rucker Br S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan S Tote

ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoop

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account over 2 1/4m at Taunton last term and resumed winning ways with plenty in hand back over hurdles at Ludlow in February. Solid second returned to this sphere last time (also at Ludlow) and likely to be involved in the finish. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 126

5 GO STEADY (GB) (19)

B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Pyleigh Lady

413361 CD 11 11 1

O Popham, Rogers Br Mrs H. Pudd

T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked as good as ever when landing a C&D contest recently, pulling clear of the rest with a subsequent winner 4lb rise fair enough and another bold show could be on the way.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122 TRISTAN

6 DOM OF MARY (FR) (27)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR)

O Mr P. J. Cave

T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, halved sleeves, RED cap.

14-F532

7 10 8

Br Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced his best effort yet over fences when failing by a whisker at Huntingdon (2 1/2m) last month.

Stepping back up in trip here should be in his favour and he needs considering STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

ADAM WEDGE

7 RAKHINE STATE (IRE) (85) 30/61-33 C 10 10 6

B g Arakan (USA) - Oiselina (FR)

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 RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 113 MAX KENDRICK

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6.

2022: KAP AUTEUIL (FR) 7 12 0 Harry Bannister 5-1 (Toby Lawes) 7 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

11-4 Quoi de Neuf (FR), 9-2 Vision des Flos (FR), 5-1 Go Steady (GB), 11-2 Dom of Mary (FR), 7-1 Ruthless Article (IRE), 12-1 Rakhine State (IRE), 16-1 Fire Away (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

This drop back in trip looks a good move for QUOI DE NEUF, who was seemingly outstayed by the winner when hitting the crossbar over a trip just shy of 3m at Ludlow last time. He remains on a workable mark and promises to be suited by this sharp track. Vision des Flos is holding his form admirably well and is second choice ahead of recent C&D winner Go Steady and Dom of Mary

1-2-3:

1.QUOI DE NEUF (FR) 2.VISION DES FLOS (FR) 3.GO STEADY

T H E PE AK FA MI LY

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The Hilda Peak Happy Birthday 9th April

Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)

for four, five and six yrs old

Total prize fund £4500

Owners Prize Money Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 BANTEER (IRE) (48)

B g Westerner - Robyn’s Rose (IRE)

2 BF 5 11 2

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Br J. Power & K. Power

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat S Trust Inns Limited

EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Represents a stable enjoyed a good deal of success in bumpers this season and made a pleasing start when runner-up at Exeter. Should go well again.

2 BROCKARNO (GB) (45) 3

Ch g Lucarno (USA) - Brockwell Abbey

O Mrs Belinda Clarke Br The Roper Family

T John Groucott, Much Wenlock

EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 40/1, third of 6 in bumper at Hereford (16.2f, good) on NH debut 45 days ago. More required

3 CONNOLLY (IRE) (134)

B g Califet (FR) - Bartlemy Bell (IRE)

O Syders & Burkes

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

RED and WHITE check, WHITE cap.

0

11 2

Br R. Lynch

S Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to a winner but there wasn’t much encouragement to be gleaned from his debut at Chepstow Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingTOM BELLAMY

4 HARRY GULLIVER (GB) (-) 5 11 2

B g Linda’s Lad - Drombeg West

O Mrs J. M. Owen

T Alex Hales, Edgecote

ROYAL BLUE, VIOLET hooped sleeves, RED cap.

Br Jacky Owen

S Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad gelding Dam modest 2m-21f hurdle winner, half-sister to fair hurdler/ fairly useful chaser (stayed 25f) Clifton Debut Wears hood Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5 LORD OF THUNDER (IRE) (55) 2 5 11 2

Br g Getaway (GER) - Harbour Mistress (IRE)

O P & L Account

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Parkville Stud

S Coral Racing Limited

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE disc, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on his sole outing between the flags and was picked up for six figures subsequently, so potentially exciting prospect and demands plenty of respect on Rules bow. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

6 MOUNT ETNA (IRE) (125) 2 5 11 2

B g Milan - Flowers On Sunday (IRE)

O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Oliver Loughlin

S Unibet

DARK GREEN, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in points (Nov 27). Has joined a top trainer who often introduces some of his better types at this track, so worth chancing on Rules debut Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - MAX

7 MY MONTY (GB) (122) 0-0

B g Mount Nelson - Court Princess

O Derek & Cheryl Holder Br Derek & Cheryl Holder

T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

RED and ROYAL BLUE diamonds, EMERALD GREEN and RED striped sleeves, RED cap, EMERALD GREEN diamond

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in two bumpers to date and others make more appeal

8 TITAN DISCOVERY (GB) (41)

B or Br g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - It’s A Discovery (IRE)

O Glastonburys, Valentine, Bibby and Paget Br Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon S Tote

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE star, armlets and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon gelding Brother to useful dual bumper winner Lunar Discovery and made a positive start when second of 4 at Newbury first time out Not discounted.

9 WESTERNINTHEPARK (IRE) (17)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Western Skylark (IRE)

O The Box 8 Partnership & Avon Racing Ltd Br Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway

T Milton Harris, Warminster S Bresbet

DARK GREEN, RED chevrons, WHITE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Second in a point and filled the same position switched to Rules at Huntingdon last month. Likely to step forward from that.

10 CHEVINGTON (GB) (55) 2 4 10 8

B g Jack Hobbs - Norma Hill

O Mr Geoff Lloyd Br Geoff Lloyd

T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

PURPLE, large PINK spots and spots on cap.

S Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winner and found only one too good at Hereford on debut Could improve from that, so no surprise if he’s involved in the finish.

JAMES BAIE (FR) (27)

B g Tiger Groom - Loi Lan d’Ox (FR)

O Francesca Poste Br Mr A. Bellori & Ecurie Des Vives Terres

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced sole outing in point and up against it on first go under Rules

RACE SUMMARY:

MOUNT ETNA showed plenty of ability in a point and has joined Nicky Henderson since, so he’s fancied to make a successful switch to Rules. Lord of Thunder fits a similar mould and ranks as the main danger, while Banteer is the pick of those with bumper form.

1-2-3:

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T H E PE AK FA MI LY

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R A C E CO ND IT IO NS

First Race 2.17 - THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANNIE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Parker Family have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on April 29th, 2023. 29 entries at £35. - Closed March 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.52 - THE LAURIE COLE BIG BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 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 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Nicola Cole has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 16 entriesat £40. - Closed March 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06) Weights lowered 4lb

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.27 - THE NORTHERN BERT’S 70TH BIRTHDAY SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £3200 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £7000. The family of Paul (AKA Northern Bert ) generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner, and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post-race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 13 entries at £25 - Closed March 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 4.02 - THE CROWN WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS

5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3247 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). £27 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Crown Workforce Management have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 33 entries, 3 at £5 and 30 at £27. - Closed March 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.37 - THE ALAN PEAK HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, the third £1536, the fourth £769 and the fifth £383. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Peak Family 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. 19 entries at £60. - Closed March 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 5.12 - THE HILDA PEAK HAPPY BIRTHDAY 9TH APRIL OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. The Peak Family 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 ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 33 entries at £22. - Closed March 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)

SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

RACE OFFICIALS (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEVE DROWNE (Chief Steward)

SIMON ELIOT(Stewards’ Panel Chair)

CATHERINE NASH ( Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair)

MILLY BERSE Y, THOMAS EVET TS, PHILIPPA HARDY

OFFICIALS

STARTERS

WILLIAM JORDAN

CIAR AN MCKEE

JUDGE

DAVID HICKS

CLERK OF THE SCALES

ROBERT CUTHBERT

VETERINARY OFFICER

KATHERINE BYAM-COOK

VETERINARY SURGEONS

NANCY HOMEWOOD

SALLY HODGSON

FIONA ELLIOT

AL AN WALKER

VETERINARY NURSE

JO MARSHALL

MEDICAL OFFICERS

SRMO LUIS MENDIA

RMO CHRIS REESE

RMO PHIL PRITCHARD

NURSE

ROSE HUTCHINSON

COMMENTATOR

DAVID FITZGER ALD

MANAGING DIRECTOR

ILONA BARNET T

CLERK OF THE COURSE

NESSIE CHANTER

RACEDAY PRESENTER

ROBERT BELL AMY

BETTING RING MANAGER

ANDY COLLINS

FARRIER

TOM HE ATH

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

SAM LINLE Y

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

JANE SOUTHAM

JEREMY WILLIS

MARTIN KNIGHT

RACECOURSE

HORSE WELFARE

JON TRICE ROLPH

ANDREW BARNET T

TIM YOUNG

SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

ILONA BARNET T

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