Sunday, 16th July 2023
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 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
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.
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 family Day 2023. Today is one of the highlights of our season and we are delighted to welcome so many families on this lovely afternoon. Together with 6 action packed horse races we will once again have free to use children’s activities based within the centre course enclosure. If you have purchased a main enclosure ticket you are also welcome to use the centre course Today they include;
Jurassic Earth- have brought with them several dinosaurs for an afternoon out These include the most dangerous of all the T Rex Dinosaur, who will be released from his cage with a ranger wandering the crowds He will be accompanied by a raptor and 2 baby dinosaurs. Approach with caution
Mad Dom Crowd Entertainer
Fairground Rides – Dodgems & Teacups
Pirate Ship Inflatable
Spider Man Bouncy Castle
Face Painters
Best dressed picnic competition – no entry required a judge will visit the centre course during the first part of the afternoon and the winner will be announced over the PA and will receive 10 tickets which can be used to go racing during the year
Next week is Ladies Day when we encourage everyone to dress up and get involved with the best dressed competitions. We have some great prizes provided by some fantastic local businesses Full details can be found on page 33.
We are here to provide you with a good day out If you have suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please contact us at the office via email; info@stratfordracecourse.net or telephone 01789 267949.
Enjoy your day at Stratford Races.
With best wishes,
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary
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.
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 liability for loss or damage to visitors’ effects, vehicles or other property whilst on these premises
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.
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
“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.
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 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
We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using flash photography whilst on course.
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.
Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures.
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
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.
Michael Appleby 2.50, 3.25
Billy Aprahamian 5.10
Richard Bandey 4.00
Mark Bradstock 2.15
David Bridgwater 2.15, 4.35
Gary Brown
2.50
Ben Case 2.15
Tom Dascombe 2.50
Sarah-Jayne Davies 2.50
Alexandra Dunn 2.50, 4.00
Nikki Evans 4.35
Richenda Ford
4.35
Michael Gates
5.10
Warren Greatrex
4.35
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero
2.50, 4.35, 5.10
Debra Hamer
3.25
Gary Hanmer
5.10
Milton Harris
2.15, 2.50, 4.00
Nigel Hawke
2.15
Philip Hobbs & Johnson White
5.10
Syd Hosie 5.10
Georgie Howell
4.35
D. J. Jeffreys
2.15
Alan King
2.50
Sophie Leech
4.35
Charlie Longsdon 4.00, 4.35
Shaun Lycett 4.00
John Mackie 4.00
Andrew Martin 4.00
Donald McCain 2.15, 2.50, 3.25
Neil Mulholland
2.15
Olly Murphy
2.50
Dr Richard Newland 5.10
Fergal O’Brien
3.25, 4.00
James Owen 4.00
Alastair Ralph 3.25
Michael Roberts 3.25
Matt Sheppard 5.10
Jamie Snowden 3.25
Robert Stephens 3.25
Rob Summers
4.35
Mark Usher
2.15
Lucy Wadham
2.50
Adam West
2.50
Noel Williams
2.50
Jackie du Plessis
4.35
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.
LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:
FERGAL O’BRIEN (20 wins from 104 runners, 19%) runs ISABELLA BEE and JUST A MYSTERY and THE GALAHAD KID (3.25), BYZANTINE EMPIRE (4.00).
M HARRIS (16 wins from 59 runners, 27%) runs DEFINITE and NADIM (2.15), SWISS MONEY (2.50), ALIOMAANA (4.00).
DR R NEWLAND (15 wins from 75 runners, 20%) runs ROSTELLO (5.10).
C LONGSDON (12 wins from 61 runners, 20%) runs JAMACHO (4.00), IF I SAY (4.35).
O MURPHY (12 wins from 108 runners, 11%) runs MAITRE DE PERLES (2.50).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
M APPLEBY (6 wins from 44 runners, 14%) runs FAVORITE BOY (2.50), MOP’S A LEGEND (3.25).
O MURPHY (5 wins from 9 runners, 56%) runners listed above.
N MULHOLLAND (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs MICKYH (2.15).
FERGAL O’BRIEN (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runners listed above.
D MCCAIN (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs ZAFAR (2.15), DEVIL’S KINGDOM (2.50), TRICK OF THE TAIL and QUEEN OF HINDSIGHT (3.25).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:
BRIAN HUGHES (21 wins from 91 rides, 23%) rides DEVIL’S KINGDOM (2.50),
TRICK OF THE TAIL (3.25), HURRICANE ALI (4.00).
HARRY BANNISTER (15 wins from 72 rides, 21%) rides OAKLEY (4.00), CONCEAL (5.10).
BRYONY FROST (13 wins from 48 rides, 27%) rides SUNRISE BOY (2.50), PETIT BIJOU (3.25).
PADDY BRENNAN (13 wins from 82 rides, 16%) rides ISABELLA BEE and THE GALAHAD KID (3.25).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (12 wins from 58 rides, 21%) rides GIFTED ANGEL (2.50), CLIMBING (3.25), PAINLESS POTTER (4.00).
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
BRIAN HUGHES (4 wins from 26 rides, 15%) rides listed above.
NICK SCHOLFIELD (3 wins from 12 rides, 25%) rides HUNTING PERCIVAL (5.10).
BRADLEY HARRIS (3 wins from 6 rides, 50%) rides DEFINITE and NADIM (2.15).
HARRY COBDEN (3 wins from 13 rides, 23%) rides SWISS MONEY (2.50), ENTHUSED (4.00).
LEWIS STONES (2 wins from 3 rides, 67%) rides MAITRE DE PERLES (2.50).
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:
2.15 JAKAMANI (won off 98 down 3lb to 95); ZAFAR (won off 111 down 14lb to 97);
4.35 FORGET YOU NOT (won off 84 down 5lb to 79); DONT BE ROBIN (won off 83 down 9lb to 74); ATLANTIC STORM (won off 100 down 15lb to 85);
5.10 ROSTELLO (won off 107 down 5lb to 102).
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race:
4.35 ATLANTIC STORM (down 2 grades).
2.50 CONSTITUTION has moved from J Osborne to S-J Davies;
2.50 MAITRE DE PERLES has moved from R Varian to O Murphy;
2.50 SWISS MONEY has moved from Y Barberot to M Harris;
3.25 JUST A MYSTERY has moved from J J Costello to Fergal O’Brien;
4.35 ARCADE ATTRACTION has moved from E Williams to Mrs S Leech.
FORGET YOU NOT (4.35) trained by Miss J Du Plessis, Saltash, distance of 195 miles.
PETIT BIJOU (3.25) trained by M Roberts, Hailsham, distance of 152 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th July
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
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.
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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TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)
for four 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) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable A
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 ZAFAR (GER) (68)
B g Kamsin (GER) - Zambuka (FR)
O Mrs Sian McCain
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
PINK, PURPLE diamond and diamond on cap.
4/6300-6 8 12 0
Br Gestut Hachtsee
S Proactive Personnel Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Doesn’t look the force of old and others make more appeal despite sliding mark.
2 AYR OF ELEGANCE (GB) (32) 2424-61 CD 11 11 12
B m Motivator - Gaelic Swan (IRE)
O DJ JEFFREYS RACING CLUB
T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
PINK and DARK GREEN check, WHITE cap.
Br Mr W. F. Davis
S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was back to form to win 4-runner handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good to firm, 10/1) 32 days ago, driven out Needs considering up only 2lb
3 JAKAMANI (GB) (14)
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Kentford Grebe
O Miss C Fordham & Mr C Vernon
T Mark Bradstock, Wantage
DARK BLUE, ORANGE cross belts and star on cap.
215/P5-P D 9 11 12
Br D. I. Bare
S Equimedia Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Fontwell 2 years ago but little form in light campaign since. STEWARDS
NOTE: Following its run on 2/7/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running
4 DUTCH ADMIRAL (IRE) (31)
Ch g Dutch Art - Apasionata Sonata (USA)
O Mr P. J. Cave
T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold
EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, halved sleeves, RED cap.
51/020/-4 6 11 8
Br Mitaab Abdullah
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler who made a respectable return to this sphere when fourth of 7 in handicap at Worcester (16f, good, 14/1) 31 days ago but bit to find
5 DEFINITE (GB) (20)
B g Kingman - Zulema
O Avon Racing Limited
T Milton Harris, Warminster
6-3r4 4 11 7
Br Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
S Bresbet
ORANGE, DARK BLUE epaulets, DARK BLUE and ORANGE halved sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful performer at best on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) and has shown a bit over hurdles, keeping on for third in maiden at Plumpton. Easy to excuse next run but well-held at Southwell since. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95 TOBY WYNNE
6 RANCO (IRE) (19)
B g Makfi - Guerande (IRE)
O Mr Richard Weeks
T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
3433-04 BF 6 11 5
Br Ecurie Du Cadran & Ecurie JML Racing
S Junction 24 Ltd
LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE spots.
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on much-reduced mark to make a winning stable debut at Newton Abbot last summer and plenty of good efforts in defeat thereafter. Better for return when fourth at Newton Abbot and considered back on last winning mark. Cheekpieces back on. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 88 TOM BUCKLEY
7 NADIM (IRE) (34)
B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Nymphea (IRE)
053-22 BF 4 11 1
O Mr Eamon Kelly And Avon Racing Ltd Br Juergen & Ursula Imm GbR
T Milton Harris, Warminster S Bresbet
ORANGE, DARK BLUE epaulets, DARK BLUE and ORANGE halved sleeves, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since switched to handicaps, close second at Southwell 5 weeks ago. Player. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung both ways
8 BORN TO PLEASE (GB) (24) 25242-4 9 11 1
B m Stimulation (IRE) - Heart Felt
O The Mark Usher Racing Club Br P. H. Davies
T Mark Usher, Lambourn S Tote
DARK BLUE, WHITE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Just 1 win from 23 hurdles starts, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good to soft) 24 days ago Respected.
9 MICKYH (IRE) (59)
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Anna’s Melody (IRE)
O Mr. Mike Hemmings
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Richard Eustace
ROYAL BLUE, RED stars, RED sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Going well when falling 2 out (looked likely winner) in handicap at Fontwell but let down by jumping again when only fifth there next time
10 REBEL ROYAL (IRE) (42) 3526-P0 10 10 3
B g Getaway (GER) - Molly Duffy (IRE)
O Case Racing Partnership
T Ben Case, Banbury
Br Kenneth Parkhill
S David Andrews Construction Limited
EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE seams and sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Just the one win over hurdles, which was gained back in October 2019, and it’s hard to draw any positives from what he’s shown in 2 starts since returning from a break
BETTING FORECAST:
7-2 Nadim (IRE), 5-1 Ayr Of Elegance (GB), 11-2 Mickyh (IRE), 15-2 Ranco (IRE), 9-1 Definite (GB), 14-1 Born To Please (GB), 16-1 Dutch Admiral (IRE), 18-1 Zafar (GER), 20-1 Rebel Royal (IRE), 33-1 Jakamani (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
RANCO took a step back in the right direction at Newton Abbot and could be worth chancing back down to his last winning mark. Nadim has improved since handicapping so is another to consider, with last-time-out winner Ayr of Elegance best of the others.
1-2-3:
1.RANCO (IRE) 2.NADIM (IRE) 3.AYR OF ELEGANCE
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for juvenile three yrs old
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 TWO PAST EIGHT (GB) (30)
B g Sir Percy - Hazy Dancer
O The Barbury Lions 7 Br Minster Stud and Mrs H. Dalgety
T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Goodwin Racing Ltd
YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat who struck at the first time of asking over hurdles in Aintree juvenile last month. Should be more to come from him. Star RatingHHHHH
2 ANGEL’S VOICE (IRE) (30)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Evies Wish (IRE)
O The Angel’s Voice Syndicate
Br Philip O’Dwyer & P. J. Walsh
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway
LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE stars, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, DARK BLUE star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat who was tailed off behind Two Past Eight on his Aintree hurdle debut last month.
3 AUSSIE MYSTIC (GB) (6)
B g Australia - Hyper Dream (IRE)
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap.
Br V. I. Araci
S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form on the Flat so hardly strikes as an obvious one to make a winning start to his hurdle career Has first-time cheekpieces added to the tongue tie he wore on the level
4 CONSTITUTION (GB) (74)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Pack Together
O Withers Winners Br The Queen
T Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster S S J D Racing
WHITE, LIGHT BLUE chevron, halved sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap.
11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the balance of his Flat form Outsider now hurdling for a new stable Star RatingHHIII Official BHA
5 DEVIL’S KINGDOM (GB) (30) 6
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Snazzy (IRE)
O Bankhouse Thoroughbreds
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Townbraccan Enterprise Ltd
S Proactive Personnel Limited
DARK BLUE and YELLOW check, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap.
11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. 9/2, dropped away to finish remote sixth to the reopposing Two Past Eight on Aintree hurdle debut last month. Has subsequently undergone wind surgery.
6 FAVORITE BOY (GB) (-)
B g Mukhadram - Favorite Girl (GER)
O Mr Terry Pryke
T Michael Appleby, Oakham
PINK, PURPLE cross belts, quartered cap.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
11 0
Br Pryke Bloodstock
S Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW First foal of a Flat and 4-time hurdle winner for these connections One to note in the betting on debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
7 GIFTED ANGEL (IRE) (22)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Sommorell (IRE)
O Mr D. R. Passant Br Mr R. Patterson
T Tom Dascombe, Lambourn
S Greenhous Group Ltd
BLACK, LIGHT GREEN and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap.
11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. Should be up to making an impact in a race like this now hurdling Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingGAVIN SHEEHAN
8 MAITRE DE PERLES (FR) (139)
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Carolines Secret
O Foxtrot Racing Br Mr Joseph Hernon
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, RED cap.
11 0
S Foxtrot Racing Syndicates
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) for Roger Varian. Joined another good stable for hurdle debut One to note in the betting STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/2/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - LEWIS STONES (3)
9 SUNRISE BOY (FR) (30)
B g Belardo (IRE) - Sunrise Memory (FR)
4
11 0
O Mr James Summers Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Ascot & Mrs F. Perree
T Lucy Wadham, Newmarket
RED, BLACK cross belts, BLACK and RED striped sleeves
S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP
Hooded first time, showed a bit when 15 1/2 lengths fourth of 8 to Two Past Eight in juvenile at Aintree (16.5f, good to firm, 16/1) on hurdle debut 30 days ago, finishing with running left. May do better Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - BRYONY FROST
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on Flat last year
10 SWISS MONEY (FR) (31)
Ch g Anodin (IRE) - Love Money (FR)
O Mark & Maria Adams
T Milton Harris, Warminster
RED, LIGHT BLUE stars, YELLOW cap, LIGHT BLUE stars
11 0
Br S.C. Ecurie Des Monnaies & Barberot
S Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful dual winner on the Flat for Yann Barberot in France, leaving that yard after winning a 1 1/4m Longchamp claimer a month. Likely type now hurdling for a stable with a good record in these events.
11 GUSTY (GB) (-)
B f Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Bit Windy
O K. W. Sneath Br Exors of the Late Mrs I L Sneath
T Gary Brown, Swindon
BLACK, YELLOW chevron, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap.
10 7
TIMEFORM VIEW Gustav Klimt filly Dam maiden on Flat (stayed 1 3/4m). Best watched unless the betting strongly hints otherwise Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingRICHIE MCLERNON
12 SAISISSANTE (IRE) (15)
B f Pedro The Great (USA) - Glittering Star (FR)
O Noel Williams Racing - Saisissante Br Nearco Producciones S.L.
T Noel Williams, Blewbury S Noel Williams Racing Limited
BLACK, ORANGE diamond, ORANGE cap.
10 7
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner at up to 1 1/4m in France. Interesting contender now hurdling for new connections. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingJAMES DAVIES
13 VITANI (GB) (19)
Gr f Roaring Lion (USA) - Kiyoshi
2 10 7
O Stuart McPhee and Paul Webster Br The Kiyoshi Partnership
T Adam West, Epsom S Tattersalls
ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN chevron and armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap, ORANGE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat. Achieved next to nothing when a distant second of 3 finishers on her Newton Abbot hurdle debut 19 days ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingLEE EDWARDS
Number of Declared Runners 13................................................................................................(Exacta)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
2022: MUCUNA (GER) 3 10 12 Bradley Harris 5-2 (Milton Harris) 8 ran
PLAY SMARTER
BETTING FORECAST:
7-4 Two Past Eight (GB), 4-1 Swiss Money (FR), 9-1 Saisissante (IRE), 10-1 Gifted Angel (IRE), 14-1 Sunrise Boy (FR), 18-1 Devil’s Kingdom (GB), Maitre de Perles (FR), 28-1 Favorite Boy (GB), 33-1 Angel’s Voice (IRE), 50-1 Constitution (GB), 66-1 Aussie Mystic (GB), Gusty (GB), Vitani (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
Aintree winner TWO PAST EIGHT is the percentage call, although a strong market move for Milton Harris French Flat recruit Swiss Money would put a slightly different slant on things. Sasissante is another who achieved enough on the Flat in France to think she could make an impact in a race like this if taking to this new discipline.
1-2-3:
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
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 CHURCHMAN (GB) (36)
B g Dunaden (FR) - Pickersleigh (IRE)
O Mr Mervyn Jones
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
2/300-6 5 11 4
Br Mervyn Jones
S Planned Office Interiors Ltd
YELLOW, DARK BLUE braces, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some encouragement when debut seventh in 2m Ludlow novice hurdle but failed to build on it when sixth in similar company at Bangor 36 days ago. Needs to bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right in the home straight. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2 CLIMBING (GB) (53)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Spring Flight
O HM The Queen and Sir Chips Keswick
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
BROWN, RED sleeves, YELLOW cap.
5 BF 5 11 4
Br The Queen
S Betvictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a wind op and fitted with tongue strap/hood when only fifth of 6 in bumper at Southwell (15.8f, good) on NH debut 53 days ago Makes hurdles debut with more required
3 JUST A MYSTERY (IRE) (42)
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - China Reign (IRE)
O Mr Fergal O’Brien
PP0 5 11 4
Br Mrs Caroline Hanly
S Bresbet, Dunraven Group of Companies RED, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, WHITE cap.
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held eighth of 15 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (18.3f, good to soft, 33/1) on NH debut 42 days ago for John Costello Yard switch needs to spark improvement.
4 MOP’S A LEGEND (GB) (37) 40-4
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Midnight Fun
O Mick Appleby Racing
T Michael Appleby, Oakham
6 11 4
Br Judith Jones & Michael Appleby
S Trade Access Panels Ltd
BLACK, ROYAL BLUE star, BLACK sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, BLACK cap, ROYAL BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, hinted at promise when fourth of 7 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (18.6f, good) on his hurdles bow 37 days ago. May do better so he’s not totally discounted for minor honours.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - CHARLIE HAMMOND
5 THE GALAHAD KID (IRE) (20) P/1111-2 CD BF 7 11 4
Ch g Quest For Peace (IRE) - Kyle Again (IRE)
O KHDRP Br Mr P. Kiely
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
S Bresbet
BLACK and WHITE (quartered), BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in 2 bumpers last summer and shaped well on his hurdling debut after 10 months off when clear second at Southwell 20 days ago. Has more to offer and is very much the one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - PADDY BRENNAN
6 TRICK OF THE TAIL (IRE) (12) 3/4B-024 5 11 4
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Nova Cyngi (USA)
O David & Carol Shaw
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden
S Proactive Personnel Limited
DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form shown in bumpers and since sent hurdling, solid fourth of eight in C&D novice 12 days ago. Cheekpieces go on for first time Good place prospects Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 103 BRIAN HUGHES
7 WOT YOU WEARING (IRE) (269) 443236- 6 11 4
Br g Arakan (USA) - Carramanagh Lady (IRE)
O Mrs V. James Br Peter Tonery
T Robert Stephens, Caldicot
S Capital Windscreens & Body Glass Ltd
ORANGE, WHITE diamond, WHITE and ORANGE chevrons on sleeves, check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers but performed well below that level in novice hurdles at Hereford and Ludlow last October. Lots more is needed after 8 months off here.
8 HEDERA PARK (IRE) (68) 034-6 5 10 11
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ivy Queen (IRE)
O Mr Daf Jones Br Grange Stud
T Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
YELLOW, RED seams, RED sleeves, YELLOW armlets, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form shown in bumpers for Oliver Signy at the end of 2022 and not disgraced after 5 months off for his new stable when sixth at Ludlow 68 days ago Respected now going hurdling Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
9 ISABELLA BEE (IRE) (222) 3/2066- 6 10 11
B m Westerner - Myakoda (FR)
O KHDRP Br Ms Salome Brennan
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S Bresbet
BLACK and WHITE (quartered), BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points but only modest form shown thus far in a pair of 2m Uttoxeter novice hurdles Needs to take a step forward if he’s to trouble his stablemate The Galahad Kid.
10 PETIT BIJOU (GB) (250) 444- 6 10 11
B m Delegator - Native Ring (FR)
O Mrs Marie Martin Br Wood Farm Stud (Waresley)
T Michael Roberts, Hailsham
RED, DARK GREEN star, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form when fourth in bumpers on all 3 outings in 2022. Goes hurdling after 8 months off with more required STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 8/11/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left handed late-on.
11 QUEEN OF HINDSIGHT (IRE) (57) 3-6 5 10 11
B m Doyen (IRE) - Stateable Case (IRE)
O Mr D. McCain Jnr Br Tommy James
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley S Proactive Personnel Limited
BLACK, YELLOW cross belts, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form shown in a pair of bumpers, sixth of 9 at Bangor (16.7f, good) 57 days ago No forlorn hope now starting out over hurdles for good yard.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - PETER KAVANAGH (5)
Number of Declared Runners 11 (Exacta)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. T H E RE SU LT
2022: FIRE LAKE (IRE) 5 10 11 Mitchell Bastyan 11-8 (Milton Harris) 9 ran
PLAY SMARTER
BETTING FORECAST:
EVENS The Galahad Kid (IRE), 5-1 Trick of The Tail (IRE), 10-1 Queen of Hindsight (IRE), 14-1 Isabella Bee (IRE), 16-1 Climbing (GB), 20-1 Churchman (GB), 28-1 Wot You Wearing (IRE), 33-1 Hedera Park (IRE), 66-1 Just A Mystery (IRE), Petit Bijou (GB), 100-1 Mop’s A Legend (GB)
THE GALAHAD KID made a promising start in this sphere when runner-up at Southwell and looks to hold strong claims of adding to his two bumper successes with more to come. Donald McCain’s duo Trick of The Tail and Queen of Hindsight appeal most of the remainder and can chase home Fergal O’Brien’s son of Quest For Peace in that order
1-2-3:
1.THE GALAHAD KID (IRE) 2.TRICK OF THE TAIL (IRE) 3.QUEEN OF HINDSIGHT (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £13650
Owners Prize Money Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 OAKLEY (IRE) (26)
B g Oscar (IRE) - Tirolean Dance (IRE)
O Tim Syder
T Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
RED and WHITE check, WHITE cap.
010/43-P CD 10 12 0
Br Mr James Egan
S Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark for present stable over C&D in spring 2022. Seen only 3 times subsequently, running respectably granted the run of the race when third at Cheltenham (16.8f) in December No forlorn hope back from 7 months off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 129 HARRY BANNISTER
2 HURRICANE ALI (IRE) (14)
B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Hurricane Irene (IRE)
O Mr M. Fruhwald
T John Mackie, Church Broughton
YELLOW and BLACK check, PINK sleeves and cap.
42-0320 D 7 11 10
Br Tribesmen Syndicate
S John Mackie Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW All the better for his reappearance in the Swinton Hurdle when hitting the frame in handicaps at Warwick/Aintree Early mistake did him no favours at Cartmel (17.2f) 2 weeks ago and no surprise to see him quickly back to form Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 125 BRIAN HUGHES
3 FINEST VIEW (GB) (53)
B m Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend
O Pitchall Stud Partnership
T Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton
4535-0F D 6 11 7
Br Pitchall Stud
LIGHT GREEN, DARK BLUE epaulets, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 4 on the bounce for Alan King last spring and best effort for present yard when third at Taunton (16.5f) in February. Disappointed next 2 starts though and looked set for a minor role when falling late on at Warwick (2m) in May. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122
4 BYZANTINE EMPIRE (GB) (13)
B g Golden Horn - Mainstay
O R Treacy and F O’Brien
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
3/11226- D 6 11 7
Br Rachel D. S. Hood
S Bresbet
RED, EMERALD GREEN and RED diabolo on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent hurdler who landed pair of small field handicap chase events (at around 2m) last summer Progress stalled in that sphere thereafter but he’s entitled to come forward from his reappearance run on the Flat 13 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122
5 JAMACHO (GB) (18)
Ch g Camacho - Obsessive Secret (IRE)
O Stratford-On-Avon Racecourse Co Ltd
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW hooped sleeves and cap.
151-0P0 CD 9 11 3
Br Glen Andred Stud & Mickley Stud
S Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner who added to his tally over fences at Uttoxeter (2m) in October Strictly operating below best in 2 starts over hurdles so far this season but return to this venue from an easing mark an obvious plus Better showing anticipated. Tongue tie on 1st time Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 118 PAUL O’BRIEN
6 STILL STANDING (IRE) (44)
Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Il Palazzo (USA)
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap.
0/1/040P- D 8 11 2
Br D. G. Iceton
S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat performer in his prime who opened account over hurdles in autumn 2021. However, it’s all been rather low key since, including in 2 spins on the level for present connections Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 117 CONOR RING (3)
7 ALIOMAANA (GB) (39)
Ch m Raven’s Pass (USA) - Taqdees (IRE)
O Mr Naylor, Mr Macarthy, Avon Racing Ltd
T Milton Harris, Warminster
PURPLE, YELLOW disc
6/5414-3 CD 5 10 6
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
S Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track in a refitted hood after 4 months off when landing C&D mares’ handicap in October. Disappointed later that month but back on track returning from 6 months off when third at Newton Abbot (16.7f) last month. In the mix with a repeat. Star RatingHHHII Official
8 ENTHUSED (IRE) (19)
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Question Times
34-4132 BF 6 10 4
O M B Clarke & Partners Br Sweetmans Bloodstock
T James Owen, Newmarket
WHITE, BROWN hoops and armlets, BROWN and WHITE quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles at Huntingdon (19.6f) in May and continued in good heart subsequently, having no trouble with the drop back in trip when edged out close to home at Newton Abbot (16.7f) 3 weeks ago This a deeper affair but he’s of interest nevertheless with Harry Cobden booked Star RatingHHHHI
9 PAINLESS POTTER (IRE) (18) 33/U-22 5 10 2
B g Camacho - Wider World (IRE)
O Mr R. G. Gilbert Br Ronan Tynan
T Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh S Tote
ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW star, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner last summer who arrives here in good heart, second in 9-runnerWorcester maiden hurdle (2m) 18 days ago
Remains low-mileage in this sphere and he’s not out of things with the return to handicaps rating a plus STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/6/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 101 GAVIN SHEEHAN
Number of Declared Runners 9..................................................................................................(Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 7.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
BETTING FORECAST:
9-2 Hurricane Ali (IRE), 11-2 Enthused (IRE), 6-1 Aliomaana (GB), 13-2 Painless Potter (IRE), 7-1 Byzantine Empire (GB), 8-1 Jamacho (GB), 10-1 Oakley (IRE), Finest View (GB), 25-1 Still Standing (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
Multiple C&D winner JAMACHO needs to shrug off a couple of lesser efforts since returning this term but he’s been afforded a chance by the assessor and he could just be worth siding with returned to this venue/equipped with a first-time tongue tie. Enthused is going through a good spell and can figure, with Hurricane Ali another live player under Brian Hughes. 1-2-3:
1.JAMACHO 2.ENTHUSED (IRE) 3.HURRICANE ALI (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) for four yrs old and upwards, Total prize fund £7650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 GOUET DES BRUYERES (FR) (29) 126-324 7 12 0
B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Innsbruck (FR)
O Daresbury,Buckley,R Mills,D Mills,Walsh Br Mr Guillaume Thomas
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway
RED and ROYAL BLUE stripes, halved sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences, the latest at Southwell (2m) in September Has continued in good nick, and his latest effort is excused after enduring equipment problems. Should go well again off an easing mark. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/6/2023 it was reported that the horse’s girth came undone early-on. Star Rating
2 JET OF DREAMS (IRE) (20) 00-4252 5 11 11
B g Jet Away - Lady J D (IRE)
O Glassex Holdings Ltd Br James Devereux
T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn S 1Account Ltd
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won his only start in points easily and has showed promise in 4 starts over hurdles Offered something to work on sent chasing on handicap debut when runner-up at Southwell (15.8f, good to firm) just under 3 weeks ago and fancied to take a step forward. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 93
3 ARCADE ATTRACTION (IRE) (114) 606P14- D 9 11 9
B g Arcadio (GER) - Tobetall
O Mike Harris Racing Club
Br Nigel E. M. Jones
T Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn S W & S Recycling
YELLOW, BLACK diamond, chevrons on sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest initially last season but returned to form when scoring in first-time cheekpieces at Fontwell (19.5f) in February. That very much a standout last season, finishing well-held in his follow-up bid 6 weeks later at Hereford and has since switched yards.
4 MOANS CROSS (USA) (283) 5/35445- 9 11 6
Ch g Spring At Last (USA) - Playful Wink (USA)
O Mrs P. Izamis
T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold
Br Jose Luis Espinoza
ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE hoop, striped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Standout effort in 2021/22 when landing 4-runner Fontwell handicap (21.6f). Respectable third at Newton Abbot on reappearance in Junelastyearbut struggledtomatchthatonall4outingssince.Bestwatched withtheequipmentdiscardedafter9 monthsoffthetrack STEWARDSNOTE:Following its run on 6/10/2022 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 88
5 ATLANTIC STORM (IRE) (12) 20053-0 C 11 11 3
B g September Storm (GER) - Double Dream (IRE)
O Mr Alistair Price Br John Kidd
T Rob Summers, Solihull
MAROON and LIGHT BLUE check, hooped sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the target off a 15lb higher mark at Southwell last June but more miss than hit since. Faced a stiff task from 3lb out of the handicap at Stratford (17f, good to soft) recently and could well make a splash back in Class 5 company. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85 CILLIN LEONARD (5)
6 IF I SAY (IRE) (31)
B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Wandering Star (IRE)
O Stratford Racecourse 3
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW hooped sleeves and cap.
1040-02 6 11 1
Br Mr Eamon Devlin
S Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in handicap hurdle at Worcester (20f) in September and offered a good deal more than on her chasing debut when runner-up at back at Worcester last month, showing the benefit of her reappearance. Could well have more to offer, so may well go one better Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 83
7 FORGET YOU NOT (FR) (32) 14P6-43 D 8 10 11
Ch g Smadoun (FR) - Baby Sitter (FR)
O Mr Richard Charles Dodson
T Jackie du Plessis, Saltash
YELLOW, RED stars on sleeves and cap.
Br GAEC Leviau
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in a 7-runner handicap chase at Exeter (19f, good) in October and having been below par on his next 4 starts, stopped the slide when third at Newton Abbot (16.3f, good to firm) last month. Task is building on that. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79
8 DONT BE ROBIN (IRE) (161) 0644/05- 11 10 6
B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Rainbow Times (IRE)
O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook
T Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum
Br Mrs J. M. R. Lancaster
S Sturminster Newton Building Supplies
MAROON, YELLOW triple diamond, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON armlets, MAROON and YELLOW quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored off 5lb higher at Plumpton last season but typically in-and-out after and well-held on both outings so far in 2023. Makes return from over 5 months off and likely to need this Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74
9 OCEAN’S OF MONEY (IRE) (31) 6/4003-6 7 10 5
B m Califet (FR) - Black Money
O Nikki Evans Racing
T Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br J.P. Farrell
ORANGE and BLACK stripes, halved sleeves, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some ability in a pair of maiden hurdles for Miss Elizabeth Doyle in March 2021. Didn’t show much over hurdles for current yard, but some encouragement on chasing debut when third of 6 at Ffos Las in April. Not so good since at Worcester however but can bounce back Star RatingHHHII
10 MAWLOOD (IRE) (13) 00-0354 7 10 2
B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Kalaatah (USA)
O Ms G. Howell Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
T Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells
YELLOW, MAUVE epaulets
S DRILL SERVICE (HORLEY) LTD, NDS Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run stretches back over 2 years and beaten a fair way on all 4 outing this season after a breathing operation. More severe headgear enlisted and the tongue tie goes back on, but easy enough to look elsewhere once again. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69
BETTING FORECAST:
11-4 Jet of Dreams (IRE), 4-1 If I Say (IRE), 6-1 Atlantic Storm (IRE), 13-2 Forget You Not (FR), 15-2 Gouet des Bruyeres (FR), 16-1 Arcade Attraction (IRE), 28-1 Ocean’s of Money (IRE), Mawlood (IRE), 33-1 Moans Cross (USA), Dont Be Robin (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
JET OF DREAMS offered plenty to work on sent chasing when finishing runner-up at Southwell just less than 3 weeks ago and with improvement on the cards, Warren Greatrex’s 5-y-o is fancied to go one better with a fully-fledged rider taking over If I Say showed the benefit of her reappearance at Worcester recently so she’s put forward as the main threat, with Atlantic Storm and Gouet des Bruyeres others fancied to go well.
1-2-3:
1.JET OF DREAMS (IRE) 2.IF I SAY (IRE) 3.ATLANTIC STORM (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for four yrs old and upwards,
Total prize fund £7650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 HUNTING PERCIVAL (GB) (12) 62-P2P1 C 8 12 2
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 Seemed to relish the step up in trip when winning 7-runner handicap hurdle at this course (22f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Little show on chase debut for this yard in May but certainly appeals as worth another chance.
2 ECOSSAIS (FR) (31)
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Sacade (FR)
4/235-34 9 12 0
O Oliver Greenall Racing Club Br Jacques Cypres
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway
LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE spots, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Patchy recent record, below form when fourth of 8 in handicap chase at Worcester (23f, good, 17/2) 31 days ago. Slipped back to reasonable mark and has since undergone another breathing operation. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
3 DAN’S CHOSEN (IRE) (69)
B g Well Chosen - Miss Audacious (IRE)
O The Philip Hobbs Racing Partnership II
T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
432FP-0 8 11 11
Br Christopher McKeever
S Philip Hobbs Racing
ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN chevrons, ORANGE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN spots, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN spots
TIMEFORM VIEW Held form well for a couple of starts after winning at Fakenham in October but now has a bit to prove after a pair of very poor efforts
4 ROSTELLO (FR) (38)
Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR)
O Dr R. D. P. Newland
T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich
31P-402 CD 8 11 11
Br Patrick Boiteau
S Coulthursts Ltd
PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE hooped sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over C&D last summer before gaining her second win of the season at Southwell in March. Regular jumping problems temper enthusiasm though, again clumsy over hurdles at Uttoxeter last time.
5 STEEL WAVE (IRE) (26)
Br g Craigsteel - Musical Waves (IRE)
O Mr Stephen Walker
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
343-133 CD 13 11 8
Br Mrs C. Ross
BLACK and EMERALD GREEN (quartered), EMERALD GREEN and BLACK halved sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in May and ran creditably when third in 5-runner C&D event (good to soft) 26 days ago Can give another good account.
LEONARD (5)
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 99 TABITHA WORSLEY (3)
6 HITTHEKETTLE (IRE) (64)
B g Ocovango - Ballyquin Queen (IRE)
O Mr Michael Gates
T Michael Gates, Stratford-Upon-Avon
EMERALD GREEN and WHITE diabolo, WHITE cap.
41/P04-0 7 11 3
Br Jane, John & Kate Gleeson
TIMEFORM VIEW Took 7 tries to win an Irish point and has shown very little in 4 starts to date over hurdles. Tricky to fancy on chase debut.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 94 CHRIS WARD (3)
7 CONCEAL (IRE) (84)
Ch g Stowaway - Babyshan (IRE)
O The JGF Racing Club
0136UP- 8 10 11
Br Alan Britton
S Fairfax and Favor Ltd WHITE, RED cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, MAROON armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap.
T Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 50/1 when scoring over fences on second start for this yard at Uttoxeter in October. Pulled up in handicap chase at this course (19.4f, soft) 84 days ago, though, so bounce back is required Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88 HARRY BANNISTER
8 BARELY FAMOUS (IRE) (18)
B m Fame And Glory - Cause Celebre (IRE)
O Mr Will Gaskins Br C. O. P. Hanbury
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury S Matt Sheppard Racing
LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE disc, striped sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner in the autumn but has looked a little short of fitness up in 3 starts for this yard, again found wanting in the latter stages fifth of 9 in handicap chase at Worcester (20f, good to soft) on debut over fences 18 days ago
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by
Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery
2022: ROSTELLO (FR) 7 11 11 Cillin Leonard 12-1 (Dr Richard Newland) 11 ran
PLAY SMARTER
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Hunting Percival (GB), 10-3 Rostello (FR), 9-2 Steel Wave (IRE), 17-2 Ecossais (FR), 9-1 Barely Famous (IRE), 12-1 Dan’s Chosen (IRE), Conceal (IRE), 50-1 Hitthekettle (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
HUNTING PERCIVAL showed very little on chase debut earlier in the year but there was no fluke about his success over hurdles here last week and he’s given another chance over fences in a race which shouldn’t take much winning. Steel Wave has a positive recent C&D record and looks the main danger, with Conceal just about the pick of the rest.
1-2-3:
1.HUNTING PERCIVAL 2.STEEL WAVE (IRE) 3.CONCEAL (IRE)
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S T R A T F O R D RA CE CO UR SE EX EC UT IV E
Stratford Racecourse Executive has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse
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The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £285,988 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023 B
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.
First Race 2.15 - THE CBRE NEC BU FAMILY DAY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP
HURDLE RACE (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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. £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. July 14th. Penalties, after July 8th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to July 13th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb CBRE’s Local FM, The NEC Group Business Unit 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 in this race. 23 entries at £32. - Closed July 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.50 - THE MILTON HARRIS OWNERS GROUP JUVENILE 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 juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, July 10th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 14th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb Milton Harris Racing has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £75 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 19 entries at £40 - Closed July 10th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.25 - THE HOOK NORTON VETERINARY GROUP ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ 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, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, July 10th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Hook Norton Veterinary Group 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 22 entries at £40. - Closed July 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 4.00 - THE BRYAN & HEATHER BOSKETT 40TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (For The Stratford Summer Salver) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7208 to the winning horse The second to receive £3316, the third £1658, the fourth £829 and the fifth £413. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140. £65 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 14th. Penalties, after July 8th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Bryan & Heather Boskett have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner The Stratford Summer Salver will be presented and then retained by the racecourse In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries, 2 at £13 and 9 at £65. - Closed July 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.35 - THE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK 9TH - 17TH SEPTEMBER 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. £35 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 14th. Penalties, after July 8th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Stratford Racecourse has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £35. - Closed July 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.10 - THE LADIES DAY IS THE 23RD JULY 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. £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. July 14th. Penalties, after July 8th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Stratford Racecourse generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 14 entries, 2 at £7 and 12 at £35. - Closed July 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
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JUDGE
K ATIE DOWSON
CLERK OF THE SCALES
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