Stratford-on-Avon Racecard - Sunday 23rd July

FOOD & DRINK

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

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THE GALLERY RESTAURANT

The Gallery Restaurant is a top quality facility, ideal for couples or small groups. Tables can be held all day and offer stunning panoramic views of the entire course, especially the finishing straight and last fence.

Patrons must purchase a Main enclosure badge or hold an Annual Badge/Owners and Trainers Badge to gain access to this area.

The Gallery Restaurant is extremely popular so early booking is advisable For reservations call 01789 267949

THE PADDOCK PAVILION

Providing stunning views as the horses approach the last fence and thunder towards the winning post. The Paddock Pavilion package comprises of a three course meal & afternoon tea.

ADDITIONAL FOOD OUTLETS

There are various other food outlets around site, which change on a regular basis.

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

Welcome to Ladies Day 2023. Today is one of the highlights of our season and we are delighted to welcome so many well dressed ladies and gentleman here to enjoy the afternoons racing.

Together with 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

We also have 3 competitions taking place during the afternoon. These include; Best Dressed Lady sponsored by Ardencote Spa, Best Hat sponsored by Hirons Hat and Best Dressed Couple sponsored by Grace & Dotty. The competition will be open from 11am with spotters walking around the enclosures Three finalists for each category will be selected and will be asked to come to the parade ring after the 3rd race whereby the results will be announced.

We are sorry that the road works continue to delay your journey in and out of the course The timing and works are out of our control and with all traffic leaving onto the same main road it creates congestion We are trying to manage this but until the works are completed management is difficult. We thank you for your patience.

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

Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary

ABANDONMENT REFUND

In the event of racing being abandoned before the first race has been run, NO refunds will be made on the day, but racegoers should retain all badges/tickets & return these by post to the racecourse for a refund (or replacement badges for another meeting if preferred) Once the first race has been run, there will be no refunds.

ADMISSION RIGHTS

The Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse admission or to expel, without prior notice, any racegoer who, in the opinion if the Racecourse Executive, behaves or is likely to behave in an unruly or unacceptable manner. Examples of unruly or unacceptable behaviour include violent or abusive conduct, drunkenness, singing or shouting and intimidation of other racegoers This list is not exhaustive. The Management does not accept liability 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

Bryony Frost 2.52

Jamie Hamilton

4.52

Charlie Hammond

2.52, 4.22, 4.52

Bradley Harris

2.20, 3.22

Liam Harrison

3.52

Bryan Carver

Ellis Collier

Thomas Dowson

Alex Edwards

Lee Edwards

Kim Bailey

2.20, 4.52

Peter Bowen

2.52

David Brace

2.52

B F Brookhouse

4.52

Deborah Cole

4.22

Chris Down

4.22

Susan Gardner

2.52, 3.52

Michael Gates

2.52

Chris Gordon

2.52

Alex Hales

2.20

Sean Houlihan

2.52, 3.52

Brian Hughes

3.22, 3.52

Alan Johns

Gary Hanmer

2.52, 3.22, 4.52

Richard Hobson

4.52

Sarah Hollinshead

2.20

Syd Hosie

4.52

Alan Jones

3.52

Neil King

4.22

Philip Kirby

2.20

Emma Lavelle

4.22

Sheila Lewis

2.20

Robbie Llewellyn

3.22

Donald McCain

2.20, 3.22, 3.52

Seamus Mullins

2.20, 2.52, 3.22

Amy Murphy

3.22

John Norton

2.52

Fergal O’Brien

3.52

John O’Shea

4.52

Ben Pauling

4.22

Richard Phillips

2.52

Daniel Sansom

2.52

Nick Scholfield

2.20, 4.52

Gavin Sheehan

2.20, 4.52

Charlie Todd

2.52, 4.22

Harriet Tucker

2.20

Chris Ward

2.20, 2.52, 4.22

Joe Williamson

2.52

Tabitha Worsley

2.52

Toby Wynne 3.22

Dave Roberts

2.52

Mel Rowley

2.20

Jamie Snowden

2.20

Rob Summers

4.22

Mark Usher

2.20

Tim Vaughan

2.52

Mark Walford

4.52

Mark Weatherer

4.52

Ewan Whillans

3.22

Christian Williams

4.52

Ian Williams

2.52, 4.22

Evan Williams

3.52

Max Young

2.52, 4.52

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:

FERGAL O’BRIEN (21 wins from 106 runners, 20%) runs CARRIGEEN KAMPALA (3.52).

D MCCAIN (12 wins from 78 runners, 15%) runs NEVER NO TROUBLE (2.20), BLUEBERRY WINE (3.22), TITANIUM MOON (3.52).

G HANMER (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runs BRIGHT SUNBIRD (2.52), SIR TIVO (3.22), MINELLA RESCUE (4.52).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

FERGAL O’BRIEN (6 wins from 19 runners, 32%) runners listed above.

P BOWEN (5 wins from 13 runners, 38%) runs SAXON QUEEN (2.52).

AMY MURPHY (5 wins from 23 runners, 22%) runs MERCIAN PRINCE (3.22).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

BRIAN HUGHES (22 wins from 95 rides, 23%) rides BLUEBERRY WINE (3.22), TITANIUM MOON (3.52).

HARRY BANNISTER (15 wins from 73 rides, 21%) rides MARIA MAGDALENA (2.20).

BRYONY FROST (13 wins from 50 rides, 26%) rides TOP MAN (2.52).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

SEAN BOWEN (12 wins from 24 rides, 50%) rides SAXON QUEEN (2.52), SIR TIVO (3.22), MINELLA RESCUE (4.52).

BRIAN HUGHES (5 wins from 16 rides, 31%) rides listed above.

BRADLEY HARRIS (3 wins from 7 rides, 43%) rides MISS FEDORA (2.20), ROMANOR (3.22).

WEIGHTWATCHER

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

2.52 PRISON BREAK (won off 98 down 6lb to 92); TOP MAN (won off 95 down 6lb to 89); ERNESTO (won off 112 down 17lb to 95); 3.22 CRACKING DESTINY (won off 130 down 8lb to 122).

STABLE MOVES

2.20 LADY GWEN has moved from Mrs J Williams to K Bailey;

3.52 THE TIGER TANK has moved from W J Lanigan to E Williams;

4.52 GREGORIAN DIAMOND has moved from F O’Brien to M Young;

4.52 MINELLA RESCUE has moved from T O’Brien to G Hanmer;

4.52 PHANTOM GOLD has moved from B Gibbs to B Brookhouse;

4.52 THIRTYFOUR THIRTY has moved from N Twiston-Davies to Syd Hosie.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

CRACKING DESTINY (3.22) trained by Ewan Whillans, Hawick, distance of 265 miles.

NOONIE (2.20) trained by Mrs P Kirby, Richmond, distance of 194 miles.

SAXON QUEEN (2.52) trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles.

SPIRITTAPPERGOODE (4.52) trained by M Weatherer, Malton, distance of 165 miles.

TINEGGIORI (4.52) trained by Mr M T Walford, Sheriff Hutton, distance of 158 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 21st July

CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS

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

Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)

Cash and Card

Racecards to purchase Cash and Card

Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance) Card only

Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance) Cash & Card

G/ S Bar (downstairs) Card only

G/S tattersalls bar (downstairs) Cash and Card

Stowford Press Bridge bar (upstairs in Grandstand) Cash & Card

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

Owners/ Trainers Bar Cash & Card

External Catering Concessions Cash & Card

Centre Course Bar (when open) Cash & Card

Paddock Pavilion Restaurant Card only

Gallery Restaurant Card only

Hospitality Boxes Card only

Stables Café Cash & Card

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

Lucy Hiorns Millinery

Spring/

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NEW collection

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With a large collection of hats available to hire or choose to have a hat commissioned

Lucy loves to make sculptural hats which are both classic and intriguing with an emphasis on strong shapes. All of the pieces are entirely handmade by Lucy in her studio near Stratford upon Avon.

07743 195 199

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LadiesDay

Best Dressed Lady Best Hat

Best Dressed Couple Prizes will be awarded to the finalists in the parade ring after the 3rd race. Spotters will be in the crowd making selections until 3pm.

JOIN THE STRATFORD RACING CLUB 4

Want to Own a Racehorse?

Why not join Stratford Racing Club 4?

Book of Tales is the latest recruit to the Racing Club and will join Jamacho, Soldate Forte and If I Say at Charlie Longsdon’s yard near Chipping Norton.

Book of Tales (3 Yr Old) Ribchester Gelding has won 2 of 3 of his last races on the flat when trained by Charlie Johnston. Rated 69 on the flat he will run in juvenile hurdles to start.

We have shares of 5% 10% or 15% for sale starting from £1500 Plus training fees.

If you are interested please call Ilona Barnett in the Racecourse Office on 01789 267 949.

THE SPA AT ARDENCOTE

Relax and unwind in our Destination Spa.

Enjoy luxurious thermal facilities including our Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub, Himalayan Salt Sauna, Aromatherapy Steam Room and more.

Spa Days from £55 per person Spa Breaks from £99 per person

1 S T RA C E 2 . 20 PM

The Ardencote Spa

Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

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

Total prize fund £6650

Owners Prize Money Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 PRIME TIME LADY (GB) (23) P34-025 6 12 0

Br m Westerner - Lady Everywhere

O POPLAR COTTAGE RACING CLUB

T Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br M. C. and Mrs Yeo

S Adm Protexin Ltd

WHITE, RED chevron, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap, RED star

TIMEFORM VIEW Exuberant sort who improved when scoring twice over hurdles last spring. Returned to form when second at Warwick (2m) in May and possibly overdid things on the front end when fifth at Cartmel (17.2f) 23 days ago and not out of things from a handy-looking mark.Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 ALEX EDWARDS

2 FABREZE (IRE) (23)

B m Ask - Ariel Star (IRE)

O A Twist of Time Syndicate

T Sheila Lewis, Brecon

F1-6414 BF 8 11 11

Br Mr Frank Doyle

S R S Bloodstock Ltd

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Benefited from a more positive ride (equipped with cheekpieces) when clear-cut winner of a mares’handicap at Uttoxeter (20f) in June Shaped as if still in top form for a long way when fourth at Cartmel (22f) since and this drop back in trip will hold no fears

Star RatingHHHII

Official BHA Rating 97 NICK SCHOLFIELD

3 NEVER NO TROUBLE (GB) (10)

B f Time Test - Kitba

O Birkdale Bloodstock

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

BLACK, ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, BLACK cap.

3103-22 BF 4 11 9

Br Mrs G. Lane

S Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for her consistency when winning 8-runner maiden at Hereford (16.2f) in February and made the frame on each of her last 3 starts over hurdles, latterly when runner-up at Worcester (20f) in June Latest run on the Flat best overlooked and she’s not out of things

4 LADY GWEN (GB) (91)

B m Haafhd - Countess Camilla

O Mr R. L. Davies

T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

PINK, DARK BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE cap.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

525404- 5 11 7

Br H. Davies & R. Davies

S Kendall & Davies

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a runner-up in mares’maiden hurdles last year and dispelled couple of lesser efforts when fourth in maiden company here (16.3f) in April. Has switched yards ahead of this return to handicaps and she’s one to monitor closely in the market for clues.

5 MARIA MAGDALENA (IRE) (41)

B m Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Few Words

O The Problem Solvers

T Alex Hales, Edgecote

3335-05 7 11 6

Br Golden Vale Stud

S Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW cap, EMERALD GREEN diamonds.

TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run and she couldn’t build on her reappearance run when well beaten at Southwell (20.4f) 6 weeks ago Mark has eased further if blinkers have positive effect now.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

6 QUIET THUNDER (IRE) (27) 12060P- CD 5 11 4

B m Night of Thunder (IRE) - Elevator Action (IRE)

O Mr J. Gould

T Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon

Br Peter & Hugh McCutcheon

PURPLE, PINK triple diamond, sleeves and diamonds on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D mares’maiden winner and best effort thereafter came back here in the autumn. Low-key exploits on the Flat in recent weeks and others make greater appeal back over timber

HARRY BANNISTER

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 90 CHRIS WARD (3)

DAVID BASS

7 NOONIE (GB) (45)

B f Almanzor (FR) - Gallice (IRE)

O Earl of Ronaldshay

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

WHITE, RED spots, sleeves and cap.

P2-34 4 11 1

Br Amelia Field

S Philip Kirby Racing, Tote, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 1m4f Flat maiden for Ed Bethell. Yet to reach that level over hurdles, failing to see her race out when fourth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) 45 days ago Significantly up in trip Cheekpieces on 1st time over jumps Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92 THOMAS DOWSON

8 BORN TO PLEASE (GB) (7)

B m Stimulation (IRE) - Heart Felt

O The Mark Usher Racing Club

T Mark Usher, Lambourn

DARK BLUE, WHITE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.

5242-43

Br P. H. Davies

S Tote

9 10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Just 1 win from 24 hurdles starts but she again ran respectably when third in a C&D handicap 7 days ago, plenty to do home turn and best work finish. Each-way claims again with a repeat. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84 HARRIET TUCKER (7)

9 MISS FEDORA (IRE) (37)

B f Helmet (AUS) - Shahabad

O Simon & Christine Prout

T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

PURPLE, PINK cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.

P0P-332

4 10 9

Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

S We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden following 8 starts who ran her best race yet when runner-up at Fontwell (19.2f) 37 days ago, bumping into a well-in rival but beating the rest convincingly Remains unexposed at this sort of trip and she’s in the mix off same mark. Star Rating

10 COASTAL SUN (FR) (13)

B m Coastal Path - Valle Fleurie (FR)

O Prospect Racing

T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br Mr Gaetan Gilles

S Betvictor

LIGHT BLUE, MAUVE epaulets, PINK and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves, MAUVE and LIGHT BLUE striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough success in a novice claimer at Ludlow in November for Alastair Ralph. Probably in better heart than recent form figures suggest for present stable and she’s not one to write off from this basement mark.

Number of Declared Runners 10 (Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 7, 8.

2022: AYR OF ELEGANCE 10 11 8 Kielan Woods 7-2 (D J Jeffreys) 6 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST:

9-2 Never No Trouble (GB), 6-1 Miss Fedora (IRE), 13-2 Prime Time Lady (GB), 7-1 Fabreze (IRE), 8-1 Lady Gwen (GB), Born To Please (GB), 11-1 Noonie (GB), 12-1 Coastal Sun (FR), 14-1 Maria Magdalena (IRE), 22-1 Quiet Thunder (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

MISS FEDORA ran her best race yet when chasing home a thrown-in winner at Fontwell 37 days ago and, still unexposed at this sort of trip, and in receipt of a handy 4-y-o allowance, she could be worth chancing to build on that now Lady Gwen on debut for Kim Bailey and Never No Trouble head up the dangers.

1-2-3:

1.MISS FEDORA (IRE) 2.LADY GWEN 3.NEVER NO TROUBLE FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

Ardencote Spa has generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner as well as a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse

Allan Atkinson (Al)

Al was agiant of aman. He wasn’t seven feet tall or anything but when the sad and untimely task of organising his funeral fell to myself and one of his closest friends Alan Turner,weweredeluged with condolences and genuine offers of help by ahuge number of people whose lives Al had influenced and enriched and when the funeral was done, we knewtherehad to be more to remember him.

He had been abookmaker earlier in his life and was amassiveracing fan and when Alan suggested sponsoring arace in his honour, Iinstinctively knewhewas right. It says something of the man that our problem when filling acoach to travel from Kidderminster for today was working out who not to invite in order to keep numbers manageable.

Al was aminor celebrity in Kidderminster.After bookmaking, he had runasnooker club (with Alan in his later years) and he was one of those people who truly was known by everyone in town. Notonly that but he was extremely popular too and awordthat cropped up time and again after we lost him was “gentleman”.

He was kind, generous, knowledgeable and sociable and he would haverelished watching aHurdle race, so this seems awonderfully fitting way to remember him. Ourgroup will cheer the winner home this afternoon and enjoyagreat day to celebrate the man after whom this race is named.

Ihope he’s found avantage point to watch it from too.

C

The Allan Atkinson Memorial

Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 83yds) 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)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 DAYBREAK BOY (IRE) (618) 00/040P/- 10 12 0

B or Br g Kingsalsa (USA) - Aloisi

O Mr Michael Gates Br Rathasker Stud

T Michael Gates, Stratford-Upon-Avon

EMERALD GREEN and WHITE diabolo, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual ex-Irish hurdle winner during 2018/19 campaign but patchy form since.

Struggled for this yard in 2021 and can only be watched back from a long absence.

2 ERNESTO (GER) (27)

Ch g Reliable Man - Enrica

P0PP-44 D 8 11 9

O Midtech Br Gestut Rottgen

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

S Mid-Tech (Air Products) Ltd

LIGHT BLUE and RED (quartered), hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a drop in grade when resuming winning ways at Hereford (25f) last autumn but has struggled since. Mark in freefall as a result but could only consider if backed

3 BRIGHT SUNBIRD (IRE) (20) 50-2435 8 11 9

B m Milan - Mrs Marples (IRE)

O M Hammond, Moorland Racing & J Menzies Br J. F. Mernagh

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Walling&LandscapeGardeners,MoorlandWalling&LandscapeContractors

RED, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, WHITE and RED chevrons on sleeves, RED and WHITE hooped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner last summer (awarded 2 3/4m novice at Cartmel). Started this summer with 3 respectable efforts but well below par at Southwell last time

4 CLASSIC CONCORDE (IRE) (13) 1-141P2 10 11 8

B g Shantou (USA) - Morning Calm

O Mr David Brace Br Victor Connolly

T David Brace, Bridgend

BLACK, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing over fences at Worcester on Rules return in June but much better signs when second in 23f handicap hurdle there 19 days later, possibly aided by refitted cheekpieces (retained). Claims if in similar form.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 94

5 PRISON BREAK (IRE) (45)

B g Muhaarar - World Class

O The Pant Wilkin Partnership

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

4P0P-54 5 11 6

Br Deerfield Farm

S Dragonbet, Tote

DARK BLUE, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE seams, DARK BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ffos Las off 6lb higher last summer and hinted at a revival when fourth back at Ffos Las 45 days ago One to consider

6 TOP MAN (IRE) (13)

B g Milan - Get In There (IRE)

O Broadsword Group Ltd

T Chris Gordon, Winchester

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 92

5136/-30 9 11 3

Br Christopher Doyle

S Broadsword Group Ltd, Equestrian Fencing &Timber Ltd

RED, WHITE cross belts, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, RED cap, WHITE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner but below par on both outings since returning from a lengthy absence. Has something to prove for now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

ALAN JOHNS

BRYONY FROST

7 CORRANY (IRE) (32)

Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Time For An Audit

O Dozen Dreamers Partnership

T Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

23P0-PP 9 11 1

Br John & Jamie O’Brien

S Tori Global

PURPLE, WHITE stars, halved sleeves, WHITE cap, PURPLE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Has struggled over fences lately and it remains to be seen whether a return to hurdles sparks a revival. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/6/2023 it was reported that the jockey p.u after his saddle slipped Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 87 LILLY PINCHIN (3)

8 SAVED BY THE RIVER (IRE) (37) 0U4P-63 6 10 8

B g Hallowed Crown (AUS) - Mataji (IRE)

O Mr Seamus Mullins

T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

YELLOW, GREEN striped sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Br David McGuinness

S We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Cut little ice in bumpers and only poor form over jumps, although he did show better signs from his reduced mark when third in a Fontwell handicap hurdle last month. The task is to build on that. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80 DANIEL

9 RACING SPIRIT (GB) (13)

Ch g Sir Percy - Suertuda

O Mr D. B. Roberts

T Dave Roberts, Kenley

5/230-26 11 10 4

Br Elusive Bloodstock

BLACK, large WHITE spots, BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots, BLACK cap, WHITE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Only one win from 29 starts over hurdles, which came back in July 2020. Made a good return to action when second at Southwell (3m) in June but not in the same form at Worcester since. Blinkers back on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 76

10 ORCHESTRATED (IRE) (364) 3P/5235- 12 10 4

B g Mahler - Rose Island

O Lady Susan Brooke

T Max Young, Sneads Green

ORANGE, BROWN disc, BROWN cap, ORANGE spots

Br Robert McCarthy

S Tote, Berkeley Carter Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor and inconsistent chaser in recent years Easy to oppose back hurdling after a year off

11 SAXON QUEEN (GB) (46)

B m Leading Light (IRE) - Spieta (IRE)

O Mr David Bond

0050/-21 D 6 10 2

Br Distillery Stud

S Tote YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE hoop, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.

T Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned from an absence an improved performer, building on Ffos Las second to go one better over 26.5f at Newton Abbot last month. Can defy a small nudge from the handicapper with her yard continuing in excellent form

12 DAKOTA BEAT (IRE) (30)

Ch g Beat Hollow - Rushmore Rose (IRE)

5P6P6-6 8 10 2

O Liz and Phil Woodcock-Jones Br Mr Gerry Stafford

T John Norton, Barnsley S Right Advice Ltd

LIGHT BLUE and BROWN (quartered), YELLOW sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW One of better efforts for current yard when sixth of 12 at Market Rasen last month but others are still readily preferred. Star RatingHHIII

13 TESTFLIGHT (GB) (37) 4530-54 6 10 2

B g Kayf Tara - Molly Flight (FR)

O Mrs B. Russell & Mr D. V. Gardner Br Overbury Stallions Ltd

T Susan Gardner, Longdown S Woodhayes Stud

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than result on a couple of occasions since switching to handicaps, doing plenty up with the pace when fourth of 8 over 19f at Fontwell last time Up significantly in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72

Number of Declared Runners 13................................................................................................(Exacta)

Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 7, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 12.

2022: ENNISTOWN 12 10 12 Tom Bellamy 10-1 (Adrian Wintle) 4 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

5-2SaxonQueen(GB),7-1ClassicConcorde(IRE),9-1SavedByTheRiver(IRE),10-1PrisonBreak(IRE), 11-1 Testflight (GB), 14-1 Bright Sunbird (IRE), Top Man (IRE), 18-1 Racing Spirit (GB), 20-1 Ernesto (GER), Corrany (IRE), 25-1 Dakota Beat (IRE), 66-1 Daybreak Boy (IRE), Orchestrated (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

SAXON QUEEN only won a small-field race at Newton Abbot last month but the second won next time and she still looks well treated off effectively 2lb higher this afternoon. Recent Worcester runner-up Classic Concorde is second choice ahead of Prison Break, who is well treated and hinted at a revival last time.

1-2-3:

1.SAXON QUEEN 2.CLASSIC CONCORDE (IRE) 3.PRISON BREAK (IRE)

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The Rosemary Gasson Big Birthday Celebration

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) (GBB Race)

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

Total prize fund £24000

Owners Prize Money Winner £10015; Second £5009; Third £2503; Fourth £1253. (Penalty Value £13070.40)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 MERCIAN PRINCE (IRE) (33) 251-150 12 12 0

B g Midnight Legend - Bongo Fury (FR)

O Mr Paul Murphy Br P. Murphy

T Amy Murphy, Newmarket S CLASS1PERSONNEL, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

PURPLE and YELLOW diabolo, YELLOW sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran campaigner who enhanced his fine Kempton record on the back of 7 months off when landing a 2 1/4m handicap in May under a typically fluent front-running display. Below his best on both subsequent outings (latest over hurdles) so probably best to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 139 JACK QUINLAN

2 SIR TIVO (FR) (21)

B g Deportivo - Miss Possibility (USA)

14P4-12 CD 9 11 4

O Mrs J. A. Ashley Br Mr Christophe Jouandou

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

BLACK, MAUVE star, MAUVE sleeves, MAROON stars, BLACK cap, MAUVE stars

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t have to improve to win an uncompetitive handicap at Southwell in May and lost little in defeat when going down by just a short head at Uttoxeter (16f, good) since, collared in the dying strides Up another 2lb for that near miss but can get involved again.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 129 SEAN BOWEN

3 CRACKING DESTINY (IRE) (19)

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Cracking Gale (IRE)

0/64-341 CD 10 10 11

O Mrs Louise Whillans Br B. D. Darrer

T Ewan Whillans, Hawick

BLACK, PINK star, PINK and BLACK check sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK stars

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed this season’s previous promise and ended an almost 2-year losing run when scoring at this C&D (good to soft) earlier this month, taking his record here to 2-2. He remains well-in on old form and must be feared provided this doesn’t come too soon.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122 CRAIG NICHOL

4 BLUEBERRY WINE (IRE) (25) 514-112 D BF7 10 9

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Buttonhole Rose (IRE)

O Red Rum Racing 2

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

MAROON, YELLOW diamond, YELLOW cap.

Br Joseph Neville

S Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who followed up his Huntingdon success with career-best victory at Aintree (15.8f, good to firm) last month. Lost little in defeat against a well-treated rival at Worcester 25 days ago and a career best is needed to regain the winning thread.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120 BRIAN

5 FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (43) 13U-311 D 9 10 2

B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose

O B Jones & Son

T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

BLACK and PINK stripes, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.

Br C. F. C. Jackson

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in 4-runner handicap chase at Ffos Las in May and followed up back hurdling in another small-field scenario at Bangor (16.7f, good). Mark unchanged and he could have a part to play back over the larger obstacles Engaged 2.50 Cartmel Saturday. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 TOBY

6 ROMANOR (GB) (6)

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Salinia (IRE)

O Four hens and a cock

T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

BROWN, BEIGE striped sleeves, BEIGE cap, RED star

30-6232 CD 9 10 2

Br BBA 2010 Ltd

S We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a trio of handicap chases at Newton Abbot in 2022, the latest from a 1lb higher mark in September Not scored since but wasn’t seen to best effect under trademark dropped-out tactics there 6 days ago, finishing with running left. Not discounted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 112 BRADLEY

(5)

HUGHES

WYNNE

HARRIS (5)

Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta)

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

2022: LARCH HILL (IRE) 9 10 10 Brian Hughes 10-3 (Charles & Adam Pogson) 5 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

3-1 Cracking Destiny (IRE), 10-3 Sir Tivo (FR), 5-1 Blueberry Wine (IRE), Feel The Pinch (GB), 8-1 Mercian Prince (IRE), 17-2 Romanor (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

Tough to rule out any of the sextet but preference is for CRACKING DESTINY, who confirmed this season’s previous promise when scoring over C&D earlier this month and can maintain his unbeaten record at this venue. Sir Tivo has returned better than ever this term, so he could be the one to give the selection most to think about, with Feel The Pinch rounding off the shortlist.

1-2-3:

1.CRACKING DESTINY (IRE) 2.SIR TIVO (FR) 3.FEEL THE PINCH

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The Ladies Day Winners

Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (GBB Race)

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

Total prize fund £11000

Owners Prize Money Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574.

(Penalty Value £5990.60)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 CARRIGEEN KAMPALA (IRE) (33) 3351-11 CD 5 11 3

B m Mahler - Carrigeen Kariega (IRE)

O National Hunt Racing Club Br Mrs R. H. Lalor

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets

S Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Has won her last 3, scoring for a second time over C&D when comfortably landing short odds a month ago Likely capable of better again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120

2 TITANIUM MOON (GB) (21) 2111 C 5 11 3

Gr m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Night Thunder (FR)

O Zen Racing Br Yorton Farm Stud

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

EMERALD GREEN, RED seams, sleeves and star on cap.

S Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win in 4 outings on the Flat but on a roll over hurdles, making it 3 novice wins in a row (all by wide margins) at Cartmel (17f) 3 weeks ago.

claims again.

3 THE PUNT (GB) (63)

B g Bollin Eric - Rest And Be (IRE)

O Mr Alan Jones

T Alan Jones, Timberscombe

MAROON, EMERALD GREEN epaulets, halved sleeves

Br Mr A. E. Jones

TIMEFORM VIEW Second in a Newton Abbot bumper last summer but just modest form in 2 maiden hurdles on return to action in May. Plenty more will be needed to trouble the big 2 here.

4 THE TIGER TANK (IRE) (43)

B g Mayson - Silk Affair (IRE)

O Mr W. Williams Br M. Fahy

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan

BLACK, BLACK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo on sleeves

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best in bumpers in Ireland and can only be watched now

for new yard.

5 PRELINSIA (IRE) (39)

B m Presenting - Our Pride

O D V Gardiner & A P Sampson

T Susan Gardner, Longdown

DARK BLUE, GOLD sash, hooped sleeves, GOLD cap.

Br Michael Fennessy

S Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to winners but bumper exploits have been no better than modest, including when 11 lengths third of 6 at Newton Abbot last month. Hurdle debut

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST:

10-11 Titanium Moon (GB), 5-4 Carrigeen Kampala (IRE), 28-1 The Punt (GB), 40-1 The Tiger Tank (IRE), 100-1 Prelinsia (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

It’s highly likely this will develop into a match race between TITANIUM MOON and Carrigeen Kampala. Something has to give as they both go in search of a 4-timer, with Donald McCain’s charge narrowly preferred.

1-2-3:

1.TITANIUM MOON 2.CARRIGEEN KAMPALA (IRE) 3.THE PUNT

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2022: POP THE CHAMPAGNE (FR) 6 11 3 Paddy Brennan 5-6 (Fergal O’Brien) 3 ran

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The Marion Wright Memorial Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class

4) (GBB Race)

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

Total prize fund £8650

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

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 SOPHOSC (IRE) (29)

Ch g Society Rock (IRE) - Ichiuma (USA)

1114- 7 12 0

O The Harefield Racing Club Br Birchill Stables

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

ORANGE and BLACK diamonds

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3-3 over hurdles when easily landing a Fakenham handicap (20f) in October

Unsuited by way the race developed when fourth at Ascot next time, but little impact in 3 starts on the level so far this year Goes chasing now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

2 OPENING BID (GB) (19)

B g Native Ruler - Clifton Encore (USA)

332-111 CD 8 11 12

O Mr T Hamlin and Mr J M Dare Br Mrs N. L. Naylor

T Chris Down, Cullompton

S Woodwarm Stoves

PURPLE, YELLOW stars, hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW With the usual headgear left off, opened his account over fences at Worcester in May and hasn’t looked back since, also scoring at Newton Abbot before forging clear to complete the hat-trick at this C&D 19 days ago Can add to his tally.

3 NORLEY (IRE) (43)

B g Yeats (IRE) - No Moore Bills

O Mrs G. Morgan

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

BEIGE, DARK GREEN hoop and armlets, MAROON cap.

3311-32 CD 8 11 12

Br Joseph Smiddy

S Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form last season, scoring twice over hurdles before making his second start over fences a winning one at Huntingdon in April Resumed his progress when runner-up in this sphere at Bangor (20.3f) in June, so he’s not taken lightly Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 118

4 GOLD LINK (FR) (3)

B g Rail Link - Une de Montot (FR)

O Owners Group 057

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.

2/22/-24U

BF 7 11 7

Br Jean-Francois Lamborot & Edouard Walsh

S Owners Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed he retains his ability after nearly 2 years off when runner-up over hurdles in May. Better than the result when fourth of 5 at Cartmel on chase debut, weakening having gone clear after the last, before unseating early 3 days ago Remains with potential as a chaser.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113 TOM BELLAMY

5 MAGISTRATO (FR) (16)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Franche Alliance (FR)

P-P2142 5 11 5

O Knowle Racing Stables Limited Br E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet

T Deborah Cole, Solihull

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won on final outing for Paul Nicholls at Warwick (16.2f) in May and has run to a similar level on both starts for his current yard, reverting to front-running tactics when second of 3 at Newton Abbot 16 days ago May just find others stronger, though.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111 CHRIS WARD (3)

6 GO FOX (GB) (19)

Ch g Foxwedge (AUS) - Bling Bling (IRE)

O The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership

T Neil King, Burderop

04-411F C 8 10 2

Br Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade

DARK BLUE, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark when successful at Fakenham in June and followed up at this course (17f) 16 days later. Fell at the ninth in his hat-trick bid over C&D 19 days ago (race won by Opening Bid) so bounce back called for, but he remains well treated on old form

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93 JACK QUINLAN

7 TREMWEDGE (GB) (58) 444PP-6 7 10 2

B g Foxwedge (AUS) - Tremelo Pointe (IRE)

O Mrs Gill Summers Br Fonthill Farms & Mr J. Dean

T Rob Summers, Solihull

LIGHT BLUE, WHITE hoops and armlets

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler for Alan King but has lost his way over fences for his current yard, beaten some way out when sixth of 7 behind Opening Bid at Worcester in May. Up against it once more. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 76 CHARLIE

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5.

2022: SERJEANT PAINTER 7 11 2

BETTING FORECAST:

15-8 Opening Bid (GB), 7-2 Norley (IRE), 9-2 Gold Link (FR), 8-1 Sophosc (IRE), 10-1 Magistrato (FR), 11-1 Go Fox (GB), 100-1 Tremwedge (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

OPENING BID has thrived with the headgear left off over fences, completing a hat-trick with a dominant success over C&D 19 days ago. He can score again in his current mood, though Norley resumed his progress last time and is feared most. Gold Link also remains open to improvement as a chaser

1-2-3:

1.OPENING BID

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The Grace & Dotty Open National Hunt Flat Race

(Class 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)

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

Total prize fund £6000

Owners Prize Money Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 JEUDIDEE (FR) (53)

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Alidee (FR)

O Park View

T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

1 D 4 11 3

Br Jean-Nicholas Tige & Thierry Cypres

S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

YELLOW, RED chevron, RED sleeves, YELLOW armlets, YELLOW and RED quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Jeu St Eloi gelding. Half-brother to fair French chaser Hozora. Dam maiden over hurdles/fences in France. Strong in the betting and made a winning debut with a bit to spare at Warwick 3 weeks ago Bold bid under a penalty seems assured Star RatingHHHHH Official

2 THIRTYFOUR THIRTY (GB) (13) 21 D 4 11 3

B g Telescope (IRE) - Lifeboat Mona

O Syd Hosie

T Syd Hosie, Sherborne

BLACK, ROYAL BLUE star

Br Dr Bryan Mayoh

S Sherbourne Utilities Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding who found only a well-touted fellow newcomer too good at Worcester on debut before going one better there 13 days ago. Has left Nigel Twiston-Davies since but boasts strong claims Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - NICK SCHOLFIELD

3 TINEGGIORI (FR) (28) 0-1 D 4 11 3

Gr g Bated Breath - Validora (FR)

O 8 Amigos, Readers&Wiggy, Grey Horse Syn. Br Succession Mme La Marquise de Moratalla

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

S Cube3 Construction

ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW star

TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut form well behind when landing 10-runner bumper at Hexham last month. More on his plate under a penalty but could progress again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - JAMIE HAMILTON

4 GREGORIAN DIAMOND (IRE) (46) UP-32 BF 5 11 0

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

O The Regal Eagles Br Siopog Ltd

T Max Young, Sneads Green S Berkeley Carter Ltd

BLACK, ROYAL BLUE star, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete both starts in points but has shown ability in bumpers Left Fergal O’Brien (also tongue tied for first time now), though, and has something to find

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - CHARLIE HAMMOND

5 MINELLA RESCUE (IRE) (80) UPF3-3 5 11 0

B g Beat Hollow - Some Catch (IRE)

O Mr Simon Boucher Br S. Lannigan O’Keeffe & E. Halley

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Far Logistics Ltd

RED, BLACK braces, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a point and made a positive start under Rules when third in a reasonable race at Tipperary 80 days ago Interesting on debut for new stable Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - SEAN BOWEN

6 PHANTOM GOLD (IRE) (147) 1- D 5 11 0

B g Champs Elysees - Legacy Gold (IRE)

O Ms Ciera McKeown Br Mr David Bobbett

T B F Brookhouse, Newmarket S Tote

LIGHT BLUE and BLACK check, LIGHT BLUE sleeves

TIMEFORM VIEW £3,200 4-y-o, Champs Elysees gelding Dam, multiple bumper winner, also useful 2m/17f hurdle winner Wears hood Won sole start in point bumpers (Feb 26), so not a forlorn hope Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - JACK QUINLAN

7 SPIRITTAPPERGOODE (GB) (603) 60/- 5 11 0

B g Eagle Top - Dutch Girl

O Mark Weatherer & Formidable Fellows Br A. C. M. Spalding

T Mark Weatherer, Malton

LIGHT BLUE, PINK triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show any ability and has a 20-month absence to overcome

8 FOOTLOOSE MAN (GB) (32) 23

B g Telescope (IRE) - Alikat (IRE)

O Mr Carl Hinchy Br Mickley Stud

T Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

VIOLET, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to several winners and has made a reasonable start in 2 bumpers to date Needs a bit of improvement if he’s to open his account, however.

9 MOON ROYALE (IRE) (-)

B g Shamardal (USA) - Sense of Fun (USA)

O Mrs C. C. Diamond Br Godolphin

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

DARK BLUE, WHITE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star

TIMEFORM VIEW 2,000 gns 3-y-o, Shamardal gelding Brother to useful 1m/9f winner

Rival. Dam 7.5f winner in France. Doesn’t make much appeal on paper

10 GENEROUS VALENTINE (GB) (25) S4 5 10 7

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Too Generous

O Mrs S. Ellis Br Wood Farm Stud

T Christian Williams, Bridgend

LIGHT BLUE, WHITE seams, BLACK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit when fourth at Worcester but likely to be brought along gradually

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Number of Declared Runners 10 (Exacta) Hood worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Running for the first time since

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST:

7-2 Jeudidee (FR), 4-1 Thirtyfour Thirty (GB), 9-2 Minella Rescue (IRE), 8-1 Tineggiori (FR), Phantom Gold (IRE), 12-1 Gregorian Diamond (IRE), 14-1 Footloose Man (GB), 33-1 Moon Royale (IRE), 40-1 Generous Valentine (GB), 200-1 Spirittappergoode (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

JEUDIDEE made a good impression when scoring at Warwick on debut and, with improvement expected, he’s marginally preferred to Thirtyfour Thirty, who opened his account at Worcester recently Minella Rescue is another one to consider 1-2-3:

1.JEUDIDEE (FR) 2.THIRTYFOUR THIRTY 3.MINELLA RESCUE (IRE)

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Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3511 to the winning horse

First Race 2.20 - THE ARDENCOTE SPA MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

The second to receive £1615, the third £807, the fourth £404 and the fifth £201. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105. £30 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 21st Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Ardencote Spa have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 17 entries, 2 at £6 and 15 at £30. - Closed July 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.52 - THE ALLAN ATKINSON MEMORIAL 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 21st Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb The friends of Allan Atkinson have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 20 entries, 1 at £6 and 19 at £32. - Closed July 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.22 - THE ROSEMARY GASSON BIG BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13070 to the winning horse The second to receive £6021, the third £3009 and the fourth £1507. for four yrs old and upwards. £120 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £24 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £96 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 21st Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb The family of Rosemary Gasson generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and supply a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 11 entries, 4 at £24 and 7 at £120. - Closed July 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10015; Second £5009; Third £2503; Fourth £1253. (Penalty Value £13070.40)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.52 - THE LADIES DAY WINNERS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, the third £1379 and the fourth £690. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 17th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 21st Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb Stratford Racecourse has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 12 entries at £55. - Closed July 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.22 - THE MARION WRIGHT MEMORIAL NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120. £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. July 21st Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Family and friends of Marion Wright have generously supported this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 8 entries at £40. - Closed July 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.52 - THE GRACE & DOTTY OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376. for four 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, July 17th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

July 21st Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race Grace & Dotty have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 14 entries at £30. - Closed July 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60)

SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

RACE OFFICIALS (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

THOMAS EVET TS (Chief Steward)

CAROLINE ROBINSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

POLLY GRECO, GUY UPTON, L AUREN THOMSON

OFFICIALS

STARTERS

ROBBIE SUPPLE

CIAR AN MCKEE

JE AN-RENE AUVR AY

JUDGE

NICK BOSTOCK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

MICHAEL ROBERTS

VETERINARY OFFICERS

GR AHAM POT TS

COLIN ROBERTS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

NANCY HOMEWOOD

TOM RIGHTON

FIONA ELLIOT

AL AN WALKER

VETERINARY NURSE

JO MARSHALL

MEDICAL OFFICERS

SRMO PHIL PRITCHARD

RMO CHRIS REESE

RMO ANDY SIMPSON

NURSE

SAR AH GODFRE Y

COMMENTATOR

TIM PETERS

MANAGING DIRECTOR

ILONA BARNET T

CLERK OF THE COURSE

NESSIE CHANTER

RACEDAY PRESENTER

ROBERT BELL AMY

BETTING RING MANAGER

ANDY COLLINS

FARRIER

TOM HE ATH

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

SAM LINLE Y

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

JANE SOUTHAM

JEREMY WILLIS

MARTIN KNIGHT

RACECOURSE

HORSE WELFARE

JON TRICE ROLPH

ANDREW BARNET T

TIM YOUNG

STEPHEN GREEN

SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

ILONA BARNET T

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