Stratford-On-Avon Racecard - Sunday 21st May

FOOD & DRINK

There

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

THE GALLERY 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.

NEW OFFERING ON CENTRE COURSE NOW OPEN!

Serving Lavazza coffee on centre course to your taste be it latte, cappuccino, flat white, americano etc with a selection of flavoured syrups. We also offer decaffeinated options together with breakfast tea and earl grey

We offer a variety of cold drinks including freshly squeezed orange juice together with children’s options.

To keep hunger at bay we serve handcrafted sausage rolls from traditional to pork and black pudding, beef and ale pasties, pork pies and our very popular plant based spicy cauliflower and onion bhaji roll.

For those with a sweet tooth we offer a selection of cakes and muffins including chocolate, lemon, blueberry and many more. So come and visit us on centre course and we’ll take care of the rest.

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 (32 wins from 135 runners, 24%) runs GLOBAL FAMENGLORY (2.05), BOOK OF SECRETS (3.05), FANCY STUFF (3.35).

F O’BRIEN (21 wins from 104 runners, 20%) runs HEREWEGOHONEY (4.35), GREGORIAN DIAMOND (5.05).

J O’NEILL (17 wins from 87 runners, 20%) runs JOLY MAKER (4.35), KING OF TARA (5.05).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

F O’BRIEN (9 wins from 30 runners, 30%) runners listed above.

J O’NEILL (5 wins from 16 runners, 31%) runners listed above.

D SKELTON (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runners listed above.

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (26 wins from 142 rides, 18%) rides HELLFIRE PRINCESS (4.05), JOKER DE THAIX (5.05).

BRIAN HUGHES (22 wins from 87 rides, 25%) rides GOLD IN DOHA (3.05), COPPER FOX (3.35).

AIDAN COLEMAN (14 wins from 68 rides, 21%) rides CALL ME ROCKY (3.05), TAGHADOE (5.05).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

BRIAN HUGHES (6 wins from 37 rides, 16%) rides listed above.

GAVIN SHEEHAN (6 wins from 21 rides, 29%) rides DANZINI (4.05).

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 39 rides, 13%) rides listed above.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:

2.35 ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (won off 104 down 7lb to 97);

4.05 SHANTOU SUNSET (won off 106 down 5lb to 101).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race:

4.05 NORA THE XPLORER (down 3 grades);

5.05 JOKER DE THAIX (down 3 grades);

5.05 PARADE AWAY (down 2).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th May

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

The William Hill Lengthen Your Odds Maiden Hurdle

Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)

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

Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 ASTROMAN (GB) (15)

B g Garswood - Mega (IRE)

O Mr Adrian Hosie

T Syd Hosie, Sherborne

44042-6 6 11 4

Br Mystic Meg Limited

DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden over hurdles who seemed to find his stamina stretched when midfield in 17-runner Uttoxeter handicap (23.3f) on yard debut 15 days ago. This slightly lesser test should suit but he’s vulnerable back in maiden company. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89 NICK SCHOLFIELD

2 JOE COTTON (IRE) (20)

B g Mount Nelson - Miss Compliance (IRE)

O Mr P. Moore

T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

MAROON, WHITE armlets, BLACK cap.

P4P11-5 5 11 4

Br James Murtagh

S Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner who is stoutly-bred and duly shaped in kind when finishing distant fifth in 8-runner Kempton maiden (21f) 3 weeks ago This again likely to prove too sharp for him and he’s one for later on. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - REX DINGLE

3 SHANDANCER (IRE) (11)

B g Morpheus - Mrs Popple

O Racing To Profit Syndicate

T Amy Murphy, Newmarket

44533-2 6 11 4

Br Mrs Claire Doyle

S Class1personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

DARK GREEN, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper performer in Ireland and he’s reached a similar level over hurdles, producing best effort yet (on back of a wind op) when second at Fontwell (21.7f) 11 days ago A repeat should see him thereabouts in this field Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105 TOM CANNON

4 THE PUNT (GB) (15)

B g Bollin Eric - Rest And Be (IRE)

2-6

O Mr Alan Jones Br Mr A. E. Jones

T Alan Jones, Timberscombe

MAROON, EMERALD GREEN epaulets, halved sleeves

6 11 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in bumpers last summer but didn’t shape with much short-term encouragement when sixth in 7-runner Uttoxeter maiden hurdle (15.7f) on return to action 15 days ago This should reveal more at least. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingMISS NATALIE PARKER (7)

5 CRYSTAL TIMES (IRE) (23) 50-

B m Ocovango - Funny Times

O Crystal Times Racing Syndicate Br R. McCarthy

T Neil King, Burderop

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets and armlets

6 10 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to winners but hasn’t showed much in pair of bumpers 9 months apart, latterly on debut for his present yard 23 days ago. Hood on for hurdles debut

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - PAUL O’BRIEN

6 GLOBAL FAMENGLORY (IRE) (20) 246/22-3

B m Fame And Glory - Noble Pearl (GER)

O Mrs Susan Carsberg

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD GREEN disc, quartered cap.

Br Roemerhof Stud

7 10 11

S Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who again ran well to hit the frame for third consecutive time this spring when third at Warwick (25f) 3 weeks ago, keeping on. Merit seemingly established now but she’s a definite player on balance. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 106 BRIDGET ANDREWS

7 ELPOLOGREG (FR) (30) 500- 4 10 10

B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Zannkiya

O The 69 Racing Team Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray

T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

YELLOW, BLACK epaulets, striped sleeves

S We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to 4 winners and hinted at ability on debut in a Kempton bumper (2m) in February. Not matched that level either start since though, never better than midfield when ninth in 13-runner Exeter bumper

4 weeks ago Best watched making hurdles debut Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - DANIEL SANSOM (3)

8 PYRRHIC DANCER (IRE) (26) 4 10 10

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Kirk’s Dancer (USA)

O Mrs S. Bullock Br Mr Eric Koh

T Gary Brown, Swindon

ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN star, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, BLACK stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat (stays 16.5f) and turned in a creditable display on back of 9 months off when midfield in 11-runner Wolverhampton handicap (16.5f) for new yard 26 days ago.

Still, probably best watched now hurdling Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - RICHIE MCLERNON

BETTING FORECAST:

7-4 Global Famenglory (IRE), 2-1 Shandancer (IRE), 10-1 Astroman (GB), 14-1 Crystal Times (IRE), 16-1 Joe Cotton (IRE), 18-1 The Punt (GB), Pyrrhic Dancer (IRE), 20-1 Elpologreg (FR)

RACE SUMMARY:

GLOBAL FAMENGLORY has run with credit in hitting the frame all 3 starts since the turn of the year and, with the drop back in trip holding no fears, she gets the nod to open her account. Shandancer rates the chief threat on the back of his latest Fontwell second 11 days ago.

1-2-3:

1.GLOBAL FAMENGLORY (IRE) 2.SHANDANCER (IRE) 3.ASTROMAN

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I A M HI LL

William Hill 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

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.

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.

The William Hill Extra Place Races Daily

Mares’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

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

Total prize fund £7650

Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 PRINCESS MIDNIGHT (GB) (187) 113214- 9 12 0

Ch m Midnight Legend - Setter’s Princess

O The Gardens Entertainments Ltd Br Clapp, Hodges & Sharpe

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne S Coral Racing Limited

DARK BLUE and RED diamonds, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a productive 2022, winning 3 times, latest when making all in similar event at Hereford (20.9f) in October. May have been undone by slower ground when below par at same course the following month and must enter calculations on return here. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 100

2 THE EMINENT GOOSE (GB) (60) 3//P532- 7 11 12

Ch m Malinas (GER) - Hope Royal

O The Ben Pauling Racing Club

Br Countess Goess-Saurau & A. West

T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares

DARK GREEN, large LIGHT BLUE spots.

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished third on sole start in points in March 2021 and acquitted herself well over hurdles the last twice, latest when second of 8 in novice at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) 60 days ago Warrants respect on chasing bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

3 ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (GB) (187)

B m Mount Nelson - Early Evening

U23456- C 10 11 11

O Miss E. J. Tanner Br Lakin Bloodstock, Hillard Bloodstock & Trading Ltd

T David Weston, West Overton S Flintstone Stud

RED, DARK GREEN and RED striped sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 chases in summer 2021 but more miss than hit over fences since. Well beaten over hurdles when last seen at Fakenham in November and likely best watched on first outing since. Had wind operation.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 97 JAMES DAVIES

4 SPOT ON SOPH (IRE) (37)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Gwenadu (FR)

O Mowbray Park

T Sam England, Guiseley

522554- D 7 11 7

Br Philip & Orla Hore

S Keighley Steel

EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE chevrons, PURPLE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, EMERALD GREEN cap, PURPLE stars

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a couple of Catterick handicap chases (both 19.2f) in 21/22 and back to that sort of form when creditable fourth in handicap at Sedgefield (21.1f, heavy) 37 days ago. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93 JONATHAN ENGLAND

5 HENERYETTA BAY (IRE) (11) 1/040-2 7 11 3

B m Jet Away - Elisabetta (IRE)

O The IRC & Molony Racing Ltd

T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br F. Quinn & S. Browne

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW chevron, ROYAL BLUE and RED halved sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who posted an encouraging second of 9 in handicap at Fontwell (21.6f, good to soft) on debut over fences 11 days ago, sticking to task Entitled to build on that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89 DYLAN KITTS (7)

6 SHARP NOTE (IRE) (131) 5/0156P- 6 11 0

B m Mahler - Last Campaign (IRE)

O THE 69 RACING TEAM

T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

YELLOW, BLACK epaulets, striped sleeves.

Br Gerard Mullins

S We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start over hurdles in 2m novice at Hereford in October but rather went backwards thereafter and remains to be seen if switch to chasing sparks a revival in form STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/1/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 86 MICHEAL NOLAN

7 ICONIC ROCK (IRE) (25)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Forgotten Lady (IRE)

O Fothergill and Ralph

T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

YELLOW, BLACK star, hooped sleeves and star on cap.

Br S. Brolan

6F/00P0- 7 11 0

S Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in half a dozen attempts over hurdles May do better over the larger obstacles (placed sole start in points) but percentage call is to look elsewhere. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/4/2023 it was reported that the horse may have had a breathing problem. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 86 CIARAN

8 POET’S REFLECTION (IRE) (30)

B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lola’s Reflection

O Mrs S. Livesey-Van Dorst

T Linda Blackford, Tiverton

304/623- D 8 10 9

Br Dermot Walsh

S Tote

BLACK, PINK sleeves, BLACK spots, PINK cap. TIMEFORM VIEW Sound start to chase career, after 11 months off, when placed at Taunton

and Exeter (17.5f) this spring Return to longer trip will suit and is one for the shortlist

Bay (IRE), 7-2 Poet’s Reflection (IRE), 4-1 Princess Midnight (GB), 11-2 Spot On Soph (IRE), 7-1 The Eminent Goose (GB), 18-1 Iconic Rock (IRE), 28-1 Admiral’s Sunset (GB), 33-1 Sharp Note (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

POET’S REFLECTION has aquitted herself well in both starts over the larger obstacles and will appreciate the step back up in trip here. She can land the spoils. Princess Midnight and Heneryetta Bay look the likeliest dangers.

1-2-3:

1.POET’S REFLECTION (IRE)

2.PRINCESS MIDNIGHT

3.HENERYETTA BAY (IRE)

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William Hill 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

Happy Birthday Chris Taylor !

Hope you have the best day here at Stratford, celebrating with family & friends !

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 William Hill In Play Racing Novices’ Selling Hurdle Race

(Class 4)

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

Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 BOOK OF SECRETS (IRE) (102) (£7500) 23/4- 5 11 2

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Alice Treasure (IRE) (Canford Cliffs (IRE))

O Craig & Laura Buckingham Br Renata Coleman & Irish National Stud

T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Manor Farm Bloodstock

BLACK, ORANGE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on the Flat and matched that form when placed in a pair of juvenile hurdles in late 2021. Shaped better than the distance beaten after 15 months off at Southwell on return and he’s respected

2 CALL ME ROCKY (IRE) (87) (£7500) 00/4605- 6 11 2

B g Society Rock (IRE) - Callmeakhab (IRE) (Intikhab (USA))

O Mr Liam O’Farrell Br Tally-Ho Stud

T Cian Collins, Ireland

YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN and ROYAL BLUE chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler ran one of his better efforts when fifth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.3f, good to soft, 22/1) 87 days ago First run for yard after leaving Denis Hogan and has the ability to get involved

3 GOLD IN DOHA (FR) (189) (£7500) 3/42/2- 7 11 2

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Utah Bald (FR) (Kapgarde (FR))

O Mr Nick Carter Br Camille Ferchaud & Rene Dugardin

T Jake Coulson, Heaton S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

BLACK, MAUVE epaulets, hooped sleeves, striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a work-in-progress for Harry Fry, running his best race when second of 8 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f, good). Sold cheaply in March to new connections, though, which is a minor worry.

4 LE DOUET VACU (FR) (24) (£7500) 0- 5 11 2

B g Manatee - Gaspaisienne (FR) (Mansonnien (FR))

O The Deeside Partnership Br Mr J. Haimet & Mr M. Pauget

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, MAROON cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 66/1, sixteenth of 17 in bumper at Warwick (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 24 days ago. Makes hurdles debut Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

5 NAASIK (GB) (9) (£7500) 06000/-0 10 11 2

B g Poet’s Voice - Shemriyna (IRE) (King of Kings (IRE))

O Fellowship Of The Rose Partnership 2 Br Allseasons Bloodstock

T John Norton, Barnsley

S Right Advice Ltd

MAROON, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW star

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TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 32 runs and offered little following lengthy absence last time Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 64 JOE WILLIAMSON (5)

6 NEVENDON (GB) (61) (£7500) 4P/364P- 6 11 2

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Unex Mona Lisa (Shamardal (USA))

O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap.

Br Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler Pulled up in claiming hurdle at Clonmel (18.5f, heavy, 14/1) 61 days ago

First run for yard after leaving John McConnell Tongue strap on 1st time More needed Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108 NICK

7 AMBUSH ANNIE (IRE) (12) (£7500) 22-0 6 10 9

B or Br m Fame And Glory - Ambush Angel (IRE) (Dushyantor (USA))

O Superior Enterprises Ltd Br Mrs Siobhan Darcy

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

DARK GREEN and PINK diamonds, WHITE sleeves, PINK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in pair of ordinary Irish points and failed to see race out when seventh of 11 in novice hurdle (9/2) at Ludlow (21.2f, good to soft) on NH debut 12 days ago. Progress required with cheekpieces applied Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - FINN LAMBERT (5)

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7.

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

2022: APPRECIATE (IRE) 4 10 10 Mitchell Bastyan 15-2 (Milton Harris) 14 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

2-1 Gold In Doha (FR), 5-2 Book of Secrets (IRE), 7-2 Call Me Rocky (IRE), 13-2 Ambush Annie (IRE), 12-1 Nevendon (GB), 100-1 Le Douet Vacu (FR), Naasik (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

BOOK OF SECRETS pulled too hard to be involved in the finish on his return from over a year off at Southwell last time but went through the race as if retaining all his ability and he’s fancied to score for the first time over hurdles. Gold In Doha was progressive in 4 starts for Harry Fry but a recent sale price of only £5,000 is slightly off-putting, with Irish-raider Call Me Rocky another player if putting his best foot forward.

1-2-3:

1.BOOK OF SECRETS (IRE)

2.GOLD IN DOHA (FR)

3.CALL ME ROCKY (IRE)

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The William Hill Epic Value Novices’

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

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

Total prize fund £7150

Owners Prize Money Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)

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1 FIRST ANGEL (FR) (61)

B g Anabaa Blue - Fontaine de Mars (FR)

O Mr Stephen Sugden

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

340/324- 7 12 2

Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Saint-Vincent

S Optima Self Store

YELLOW and DARK BLUE diabolo, chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who ran right up to best when placed in 2 starts over fences last summer, latterly at Perth (2m) in July. Shaped as if needing the run (8-month absence) at Market Rasen 61 days ago and merits consideration for new yard. Star Rating

2 COPPER FOX (GB) (164)

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Princess Oriane (IRE)

231332- 6 12 1

O Robert Aplin, John Abernethy & Partner Br Distillery Stud

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

ORANGE, DARK BLUE triple diamond.

S Proactive Personnel Limited,Tulleyvallen Equine Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve when winning mediocre Uttoxeter maiden hurdle in June but took a step forward when runner-up to a subsequent winner at Newcastle when last seen in December Should make a chaser (runner-up sole start in points) and makes plenty of appeal

3 FANCY STUFF (IRE) (20)

Br m Presenting - Deep Supreme (IRE)

O Thirsty Thursday Syndicate

0/0236-6 6 11 12

Br Mr K. D. Cotter

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

BLACK, PINK star, LIGHT BLUE and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap, PINK star

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner but hasn’t progressed over hurdles, finishing weakly at Warwick 3 weeks ago. However, no surprise if she fared better now switched to this sphere (won sole start in Irish points).

4 BLUE RIBBON (GB) (40)

B g Sayif (IRE) - Mar Blue (FR)

O Mr Ryan G. Chapman

T Ryan Chapman, St Mawgan

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98 BRIDGET ANDREWS

64/0442- 8 11 4

Br R. W. K. Lewis

RED, EMERALD GREEN and RED halved sleeves, BLACK cap, RED spots

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m hurdles winner for Dr Richard Newland in 2021 but struggled to make a significant impact in handicap chases for current yard last season, beaten 19 lengths when second at Exeter latest.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

5 HENRI LE BON (IRE) (137) 31244P- 8 11 0

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Speed Song

O Mr Will Roseff Br Sunderland Holdings Inc

T Kerry Lee, Presteigne

S Fitzdares Limited

YELLOW, PURPLE star, PURPLE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, PURPLE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Only win came when awarded race at Uttoxeter in July Well held last 2 starts over hurdles and pulled up both previous attempts in this sphere. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/1/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 86 BRENDAN POWELL

6 GEORGE BANCROFT (GB) (30) 360005- 5 10 9

Ch g Australia - Extensive

O Mr John P. McManus

T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

Br Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of sorts over hurdles and lit up by first-time blinkers on chase bow at Fontwell last month.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81 LILLY PINCHIN (3)

7 LONIMOSS BARELIERE (FR) (45) 244255- 7 10 5

B g Palamoss (IRE) - Lonia Blue (FR)

O Mr Craig Hayes

T Rob Summers, Solihull

Br E.A.R.L. Haras de La Bareliere

MAROON, LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves, MAROON cap, LIGHT BLUE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden and last 2 efforts were below par Others preferred. Star RatingHHHII

8 PHOEBUS LESCRIBAA (FR) (23) 6/045P0- 11 10 2

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Mia Lescribaa (FR)

O Medbourne Racing Br P. Lafitte, L. Lafitte & M. Barreyat

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water S Clay Street Property Consultants

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who struggled over hurdles last season and easily passed over operating from out of the weights on belated return to chasing Star RatingHHIII Official BHA

9 FOILLMORE (IRE) (69) 533PP3- 8 10 2

Gr g Carlotamix (FR) - Beale Native (IRE)

O Frost Racing Club

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh

Br Michael Ryan

S A S Trade Car Sales

BLACK, EMERALD GREEN hoop, hooped sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who ran one of his better races when 14 lengths third in 13-runner Taunton handicap hurdle 919f) 69 days ago. However, will need to step up a good bit to figure now chasing from 4lb out of the weights (little impact in Irish points). Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70

by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

BETTING FORECAST:

9-4 Copper Fox (GB), 7-2 First Angel (FR), 17-2 Blue Ribbon (GB), 10-1 Fancy Stuff (IRE), 12-1 George Bancroft (GB), Lonimoss Bareliere (FR), 16-1 Henri Le Bon (IRE), 25-1 Phoebus Lescribaa (FR), 28-1 Foillmore (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

COPPER FOX arrives with a decent profile over hurdles and has been found a weak race starting out in this sphere. First Angel should come on for his return and is next best starting out for a new yard, with another chasing newcomer Fancy Stuff best of the others.

1-2-3:

1.COPPER FOX 2.FIRST ANGEL (FR) 3.FANCY STUFF (IRE)

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The William Hill Pick Your Places Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race

(Class 5)

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

Total prize fund £7650

Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 NORA THE XPLORER (GB) (58)

B m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Bijou Love (IRE)

433634- 8 12 0

O Mr D. Sherlock Br D.G.S. Horse Transport Ltd

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley S Proactive Personnel Limited

MAROON, WHITE chevrons, MAROON sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of mares’novice wins at up to 3m early in 2022 and ran up to best (in first-time blinkers) when third in handicap at Doncaster (19.4f) in January. Another sound effort when occupying fourth spot at Musselburgh a couple of months ago but more is needed back up in trip Star Rating

2 SHANTOU SUNSET (GB) (28)

Ch m Shantou (USA) - Kingara

4P0601- CD 9 11 12

O optimumracing.co.uk & Mr Andrew P. Bell Br Elms Stud Co Ltd & P. Atkinson

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge S optimumracing.co.uk

YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this corresponding event 12 months ago on final start for Philip Hobbs and having been rather hit and miss after, bounced back to form when scoring over C&D 4 weeks ago She remains well treated on old form but whether she’s in the same mood is another issue Star RatingHHHII

3 HELLO SUNSHINE (FR) (7)

Ch m Kapgarde (FR) - Louvisy (FR)

O Mark Tracey and George Baker

T George Baker, Chiddingfold

Official BHA Rating 101

30/FP3-1

Br Mrs Celine Sirven Gualde

S Vortex Shipbroking

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoops, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots

7 11 8

(in 7lb ex)

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best to double her tally over hurdles when scoring with ease on just her second outing for her current yard at Plumpton (25f, good to firm) 7 days ago Major claims under a penalty provided this doesn’t come too soon. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 90 REX

4 HELLFIRE PRINCESS (GB) (36)

Ch m Dunaden (FR) - Ryde Back

140/P53-

O Mr Will Roseff Br Downfield Cottage Stud

T Kerry Lee, Presteigne

S Fitzdares Limited

YELLOW, PURPLE star, PURPLE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, PURPLE cap.

6 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who showed very little in her qualifying runs over hurdles but seems to be going the right way now, shaping as in need of further when third of 7 in handicap at Chepstow (23.6f, good to soft) just over 5 weeks ago. Needs considering upped in trip. Star Rating

Official BHA Rating 91 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

5 TREEFINCH (GB) (20) 24300-5

B m Telescope (IRE) - Grassfinch

O The Long Hop Syndicate Br Mr Peter Robeson

T Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell S Science Supplements

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE diamond and sleeves

5 11 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form to twice make the frame in maiden/novice hurdles last term but only seventh on first 2 starts switched to handicap company at Uttoxeter and Huntingdon. Not beaten as far when fifth at Warwick (21f, good to soft) earlier this month and she could hit the frame Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90 CIARAN GETHINGS

6 DANZINI (IRE) (24)

Br m Ocovango - Grainne Delight (IRE)

4/2210P-

O Whitcombe Racing Club Br Finbar O’Reilly

T Keiran Burke, Whitcombe

PURPLE, ORANGE stars, striped sleeves and stars on cap.

7 10 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 7-runner handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, good) last July However. followed that with a tame effort at Worcester the following month and probably needed the run after 8 months off at Taunton recently More needed Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83 GAVIN SHEEHAN

7 MAID OF THE NIGHT (IRE) (25) 0061F1- 6 10 6

B m Shirocco (GER) - Molly Maid (IRE)

O Barlow, Brindley, Kent & Palmer

T Henry Daly, Ludlow

ROYAL BLUE, RED and ROYAL BLUE striped cap.

Br Mrs Elizabeth Grant

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who justified strong support making a winning handicap debut at Hereford (21.5f, good) in February. Fell next time but put that firmly behind her when narrowly scoring at Ludlow (21.2f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Could have more to offer upped in trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA

8 COMMITTEE OF ONE (GB) (42) 43/0P/P5- 8 10 2

B m Universal (IRE) - Inkberrow Rose (IRE)

O Lewis Family & Tom Gretton Racing Club

T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

Br Middle Bouts Farm

S JMC Surfacing Contractors,Treehouse Sporting Colours

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

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1-winner of 2m handicap hurdle at Ffos Las in February 2021 but has been unable to reproduce that, not seen to best effect tried chasing back there

6 weeks ago That idea quickly shelved and first-time cheekpieces go on but has lots to prove

9 RATOUTE YUTTY (GB) (10) 4P504-0 10 10 2

B m Midnight Legend - Easibrook Jane

O C J Underwood and Caroline Fryer Br Barrow Hill

T Caroline Fryer, Wymondham

LIGHT BLUE, BLACK cross belts, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK stars

TIMEFORM VIEW Both wins for her yard have come at Huntingdon under this rider but recent efforts have been rather flat. Faces a stiff task from out of the weights

10 FIREFLY LANE (IRE) (30) UP32P0- 7 10 2

B m Milan - More Equity

O Firefly Racing Br Mr Paddy Kinsella

T Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh S A S Trade Car Sales

LIGHT BLUE, WHITE spots, armlets and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Did reasonably well in points over the winter but offered little in a couple of starts at Exeter in recent months Well out of the weights and can only be watched

Number of Declared Runners 10

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

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BETTING FORECAST:

2-1 Hello Sunshine (FR), 9-2 Maid of The Night (IRE), 13-2 Shantou Sunset (GB), Hellfire Princess (GB), 10-1 Nora The Xplorer (GB), 20-1 Treefinch (GB), Danzini (IRE), 33-1 Committee of One (GB), 40-1 Ratoute Yutty (GB), 50-1 Firefly Lane (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

HELLO SUNSHINE was well suited by a longer trip when running out a facile winner at Plumpton last week and, provided this doesn’t come too soon, George Baker’s 7-yo is likely to take some stopping in her follow-up bid under a penalty Hellfire Princess should relish this extra distance so she could be the one to chase home the selection, ahead of recent winner Maid of The Night and Treefinch.

1-2-3:

1.HELLO SUNSHINE (FR) 2.HELLFIRE PRINCESS 3.MAID OF THE NIGHT (IRE)

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The William Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive 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. (PenaltyValue £4568.06)

Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 SHELDON (IRE) (27)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Feabhra (IRE)

O Mrs Deborah Potter

T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

WHITE, MAUVE stripe, striped cap.

Br E. Phelan

F14353- C 7 12 0

S We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his second chase win at Exeter on New Year’s Day and in good nick since, sticking to his task despite a few mistakes when third at Kempton 27 days ago. Very much one to consider eased 1lb

2 FRATERNEL (FR) (62)

B g Kap Rock (FR) - Valence (FR)

O Tim Syder

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

RED and WHITE check, WHITE cap.

461F/P/5- 8 11 13

Br Mr Denis Parreau-Delhote

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles but he offered little after 21 months off when remote fifth of 7 in handicap chase at Taunton (23f, good to soft) 62 days ago Needs a big step forward.

3 HEREWEGOHONEY (IRE) (145)

B m Sageburg (IRE) - Knappogue Honey (IRE)

O Middleham Park Racing XVII

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets

411/51P- 7 11 12

Br Katie McCarthy

S Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning chase debut at Catterick in November but pulled up in handicap chase at Wetherby (24.2f, soft) 145 days ago Enters calculations if back on song after a break

4 JOLY MAKER (IRE) (23)

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

O Mr John P. McManus

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

24/1415- C 9 11 4

Br Stephane Milaveau

S Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who scored at Stratford (19.4f) before fair Southwell fifth later in April. Strong traveller who can’t be discounted off a 1lb lower mark.

5 HUNTING PERCIVAL (GB) (77) 04/5362- 8 11 3

B g Sir Percy - Motcombe (IRE)

O The Summer Club Br Lady Cobham

T Syd Hosie, Sherborne

DARK BLUE, YELLOW sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time when well-held fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (21f) 12 months ago on his final run for Tom Lacey Runner-up in a point in March so he’s not ruled out on yard/handicap chase debut

6 BALAGAN (GB) (99)

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

1215//00- 8 11 3

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Lovely Origny (FR)

O Mr Andrew L. Cohen Br Wood Hall Stud

T Neil King, Burderop

S Wood Hall Stud

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and stars on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 21f over hurdles but he came in only seventh of 8 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (16f, good to soft, 25/1) on his debut over fences 99 days ago Significantly up in trip STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/2/2023 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 107 BRYONY FROST

7 RATFACEMCDOUGALL (IRE) (30) P45U40- 10 11 1

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Milano Bay (IRE)

O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Br Mr Roger K. Lee

T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Racked up 5 wins over hurdles in 2020/21 season but has largely struggled to make an impact since. Mark continues to fall but others are preferred.

8 STEEL WAVE (IRE) (163)

Br g Craigsteel - Musical Waves (IRE)

O Mr Stephen Walker Br Mrs C. Ross

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

BLACK and EMERALD GREEN (quartered), EMERALD GREEN and BLACK halved sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who posted a respectable third of 7 in handicap chase at Doncaster (24f, good) 163 days ago. Cheekpieces back on.

BETTING FORECAST:

10-3 Joly Maker (IRE), 7-2 Sheldon (IRE), 11-2

(IRE), 6-1 Steel Wave (IRE), 15-2 Fraternel (FR), 14-1 Ratfacemcdougall (IRE), 18-1 Hunting Percival (GB), 25-1 Balagan (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

SHELDON is proving a reliable sort and weighted to bag a third win in this sphere racing off a 1lb lower mark than when a good recent third in a stronger contest at Kempton. The consistent Joly Maker is next on the list ahead of Herewegohoney, who could also have a big say if freshened up after a break.

1-2-3:

1.SHELDON (IRE) 2.JOLY MAKER (IRE)

3.HEREWEGOHONEY (IRE)

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The William Hill Presents Up Front Open Maiden National Hunt Flat Race

(Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

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

for maiden four and five 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 GET THE VALUE (IRE) (234) 32- 5 11 4

B g Getaway (GER) - Valsugana (IRE)

O The Cross Racing Club Br A. P. Heskin Ltd

T John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn S Tote

DARK GREEN, LIGHT GREEN epaulets and armlets

TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding who would probably have won but for greenness when third at Newton Abbot on debut in July. Matched that form when second at Warwick 2 months later and he’s a big player if returning at that level Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - NICK SCHOLFIELD

2 GREGORIAN DIAMOND (IRE) (98) UP- 5 11 4

Gr g Gregorian (IRE) - Tides Reach (IRE)

O Mr D. Shorey Br Siopog Ltd

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, halved sleeves, BLACK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW €9,000 3-y-o, Gregorian gelding Dam 7f (at 2 yrs)-8.3f winner Failed to complete both starts in points but has joined a successful yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingPADDY BRENNAN

3 PARADE AWAY (IRE) (8)

B g Jet Away - Identity Parade (IRE)

O RMF Resource Solutions Ltd

24-2

Br Parkville Stud

T Milton Harris, Warminster S Bresbet

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW braces and armlets, striped cap.

5 11 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped quite well on debut and duly built on that fitted with a tongue tie when second of 7 in bumper at Haydock (15.6f, good to firm) 8 days ago, clear of the rest Looks the one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - BRADLEY HARRIS (7)

4 SFORZA CASTLE (IRE) (-)

B g Milan - Jet Empress (IRE)

O Mrs Sophie Pauling Br Neill Patrick Francis Doran

T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares

BLACK, RED hooped sleeves and cap.

5 11 4

TIMEFORM VIEW €32,000 3-y-o, Milan gelding Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 3 1/4m) Kris Spin and fairly useful hurdler (stayed 3m) Ebony Empress Highly respected on debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - LUCA MORGAN

5 VIA GALACTICA (GB) (-)

B g Telescope (IRE) - La Grande Villez (FR)

O Mr Warren Greatrex Br Shade Oak Stud

T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn S 1Account Ltd

BLACK, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, sleeves and cap.

5 11 4

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 3-y-o, Telescope gelding Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful chaser Rapid Response and bumper winner/fair hurdler Lock Down Luke Wears hood for debut

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - DYLAN KITTS (7)

6 JOKER DE THAIX (FR) (57) 0-

B g Karaktar (IRE) - Quete de Thaix (FR)

O Mrs Jane Gerard-Pearse Br Mr Michel Bourgneuf

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

4 10 12

EMERALD GREEN and LIGHT BLUE stripes, diabolo on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, LIGHT BLUE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Karaktar gelding Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Paradis de Thaix. Offered little on debut at Newbury in March.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

7 KING OF TARA (GB) (-)

B g Kayf Tara - Hot Rhythm

O Brogan Group Br Mr P. P. Symonds

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

BLACK and MAROON (quartered), MAROON sleeves, BLACK armlets, quartered cap.

4 10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW €85,000 3-y-o, Kayf Tara gelding Half-brother to useful hurdler Llandinabo Lad and modest hurdler Legendary Rhythm, stays 23f. Dam (b76) ran twice in bumpers. A newcomer to consider

8 RENOIR (GB) (29)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Feis Ceoil (IRE)

3- 4 10 12

O Robert Allcock Br Robert Allcock

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch S Tote

DARK BLUE and YELLOW check, YELLOW sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel gelding Half-brother to 4 winners on Flat, including useful winner up to 1m Thrave. Dam 7f winner Promsing start when third at Bangor last month despite being denied a clear run.

9 TAGHADOE (IRE) (-)

Ch g Mount Nelson - Strike An Ark (IRE)

O Mrs Teresa Flood Br Mr B. Cawley

T Peter John Flood, Ireland

RED, BLACK Cross of Lorraine, RED and WHITE striped cap.

12

TIMEFORM VIEW €15,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Here Comes Johny and bumper winner Emzara. Irish raider so worth a market check

10 RUNNIN FOR PEANUTS (GB) (-)

B m Heeraat (IRE) - Queen Padme (IRE)

O Mr M. Scudamore

T Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

Br Mr J. White

RED, BLACK hoops, chevrons on sleeves, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Heeraat mare. Half-sister to 4 winners on Flat, including useful 7f/1m winner Graser Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 19f) Great Fighter. Noteworthy

Br f Jack Hobbs - Persian Forest

O Miss K. Croft Br Clarendon Farm Ltd

T Ali Stronge, Eastbury S Topspec Equine Ltd

DARK BLUE, ORANGE seams, striped cap. TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact both starts.

RACE SUMMARY:

PARADE AWAY was well clear of the rest when runner-up to a useful filly at Haydock last week and a repeat of that form may well be enough to see him go one place better Get The Value is a definite threat on his return to action, while King of Tara and Sforza Castle are perhaps the pick of a reasonable bunch of newcomers.

1-2-3:

1.PARADE AWAY (IRE) 2.GET THE VALUE (IRE) 3.KING OF TARA

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First Race 2.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN YOUR ODDS MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb William Hill have provided the £50 cash prize to be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed May 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

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Second Race 2.35 - THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACE RACES DAILY MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE

CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4039 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1858, the third £929, the fourth £465 and the fifth £231. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb William Hill will provide the £50 BTO to be presented to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, 1 at £7 and 14 at £35. - Closed May 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL IN PLAY RACING NOVICES’ SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £4000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £7500. William Hill have provided the £50 which will be presented to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 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. 17 entries at £40. - Closed May 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.35 - THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb William Hill have provided the £50 BTO cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 17 entries, 2 at £6 and 15 at £32. - Closed May 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL PICK YOUR PLACES MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4039 to the winning horse The second to receive £1858, the third £929, the fourth £465 and the fifth £231. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Willian Hill will provide the £50 BTO to be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse in the race 23 entries, 3 at £7 and 20 at £35. - Closed May 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.35 - THE WILLIAM HILL KEEP YOUR RACEDAY POSITIVE 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. May 19th. Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb William Hill for providing the £50 which will be presented to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, 1 at £8 and 14 at £40. - Closed May 15th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL PRESENTS UP FRONT OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 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 maiden four and five 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, May 15th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race William Hill for providing the £50 BTO prize to be presented to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race

ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £22. - Closed May 15th, 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)

GREG PE ARSON (Chief Steward)

PETA EVET TS (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

MILLY BERSE Y, STEVE DROWNE, KELLY O’BOYLE

OFFICIALS

STARTERS

WILLIAM JORDAN

SOPHIA UPTON

JUDGE

DAVID HICKS

CLERK OF THE SCALES

ROBERT CUTHBERT

VETERINARY SURGEONS

NANCY HOMEWOOD

FIONA ELLIOT

SALLY HODGSON

AL AN WALKER

VETERINARY NURSE

PHILLI OFFORD

MEDICAL OFFICERS

SRMO LUIS MENDIA

RMO NAOMI CUMMINGS

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

WILL SHERWOOD

FARRIER

TOM HE ATH

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

SAM LINLE Y

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

JANE SOUTHAM

MEL BAKER

JEREMY WILLIS

RACECOURSE

HORSE WELFARE

JON TRICE ROLPH

ANDREW BARNET T

TIM YOUNG

SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

ILONA BARNET T

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