Stratford-on-avon Racecard - Thursday 3rd August

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THURSDAY 3rd AUGUST, 2023

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 our Thursday afternoon race day, this is one of three fixtures in August. The next two take place on the 24th and 31st August after the jump jockeys holiday which starts on the 7th until the 18th August.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank both today’s sponsors; Kontempry and all of the owners and trainers who have runners with us today Racehorse ownership, especially clubs are a fun way to take part in the sport and numerous local yards run racing clubs. If you would like any information about any of our local trainers running clubs. Please contact the racecourse office whom will point you in the right direction

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

3.08, 4.18 Conor Ring

Daniel Bourne

4.18

Danny Brooke

3.43

Tom Dascombe

3.08

Alexandra Dunn

3.08, 4.50

Stuart Edmunds

3.08, 4.18

Richenda Ford

3.43, 4.50

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero

3.08

Gary Hanmer

2.33, 3.43, 5.25

Grace Harris

3.43

Milton Harris

3.08, 4.18, 5.25

Nicky Henderson

5.25

Syd Hosie

3.08, 5.25

Georgie Howell

4.50

Laura Hurley

3.43

D. J. Jeffreys

4.18

Karen Jewell

3.43

Martin Keighley

4.50

David Killahena & Graeme McPherson

4.18

Alan King 4.18

Tom Lacey

3.08

Sophie Leech 4.50

Donald McCain

3.08

Neil Mulholland

2.33

Olly Murphy

3.08

Dr Richard Newland

2.33

Henry Oliver

4.18, 4.50

Ben Pauling

2.33, 5.25

David Pipe

3.43, 4.18

Ryan Potter

2.33

David Rees

4.18

John Ryan

3.08

Rob Summers 4.50

Lucy Wadham 3.08

David Weston

4.50

Noel Williams

3.08

Cynthia Woods

3.43

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:

M HARRIS (18 wins from 62 runners, 29%) runs SECRET SAUCE (3.08), ALIOMAANA (4.18), MR YEATS (5.25).

G HANMER (14 wins from 52 runners, 27%) runs INISHBIGGLE (2.33), O’GRADY’S BOY (3.43), ISTHEBAROPEN (5.25).

DR R NEWLAND (13 wins from 73 runners, 18%) runs TIGER ORCHID (2.33).

D MCCAIN (12 wins from 80 runners, 15%) runs CITY OF RUINS (3.08).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

O MURPHY (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runs RAMZ (3.08).

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

M HARRIS (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runners listed above.

N MULHOLLAND (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs HIDDEN DEPTHS (2.33).).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

BRIAN HUGHES (21 wins from 93 rides, 23%) rides CITY OF RUINS (3.08), ARCADE ATTRACTION (4.50), ISTHEBAROPEN (5.25).

HARRY BANNISTER (15 wins from 73 rides, 21%) rides CONCEAL (3.43).

BRYONY FROST (13 wins from 51 rides, 25%) rides SUNRISE BOY (3.08), POP THE CHAMPAGNE (4.18).

SEAN BOWEN (13 wins from 77 rides, 17%) rides POST NO BILLS (2.33), RAMZ (3.08), KARANNELLE (4.18), MILADYGRACE (4.50).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

SEAN BOWEN (14 wins from 34 rides, 41%) rides listed above.

BRIAN HUGHES (6 wins from 23 rides, 26%) rides listed above.

THOMAS BELLAMY (3 wins from 14 rides, 21%) rides AYR OF ELEGANCE (4.18).

TOM CANNON (2 wins from 10 rides, 20%) rides GALWAY MAHLER (3.43), LUNAR SHADOW (4.18).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.43 FANZIO (won off 103 down 3lb to 100); DONT BE ROBIN (won off 83 down 9lb to 74); 4.50 ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (won off 104 down 4lb to 100); ATLANTIC STORM (won off 100 down 10lb to 90); 4.18 ADDOSH (won off 115 down 3lb to 112).

STABLE MOVES

3.08 LADY BIANCA has moved from J Osborne to Alexandra Dunn; 3.08 LIMELIGHT has moved from M Murphy & M Keady to S Edmunds; 3.08 RAMZ has moved from Alice Haynes to O Murphy

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

KARANNELLE (4.18) trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles. HOGANVILLE (5.25) trained by G Bewley, Colby, distance of 178 miles. HUMPS AND BUMPS (3.43) trained by D Brooke, Middleham, distance of 172 miles. AULD SOD (3.43) trained by Cynthia Woods, Crowborough, distance of 152 miles.

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

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

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.

1 S T RA C E 2 . 33 PM

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Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9650

Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243. (Penalty Value £5096.16) Weights lowered 3lb

SEE PAGE 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (7)

3-64131 D 8 12 2

B g Mores Wells - Akarita (IRE) (in 7lb ex)

O Foxtrot Racing Tiger Orchid

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Ian Hannon

S Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles last season and has already matched that tally over fences after just 3 starts, doing so with plenty in hand at Worcester last week. Penalty unlikely to prevent further success Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 115 (+10)

2 INISHBIGGLE (IRE) (54)

B g Asian Heights - Leahs Joy (IRE)

O You Can Be Sure

121/P-F3 8 11 11

Br Denis O’Herlihy

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Tote

RED, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Emphatic winner of 19.3f Catterick handicap hurdle in February 2022. Failed to convince as a chaser so far but has undergone breathing surgery since last outing

3 HIDDEN DEPTHS (IRE) (25) 514-142 8 11 6

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Liber Nauticus (IRE)

O Mr A. J. Russell

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Ballymacoll Stud Farm Ltd

DARK GREEN, YELLOW hoop, DARK GREEN sleeves, YELLOW stars, hooped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple Flat/hurdles winner who made a winning chase debut at Kempton, seen to good effect (held up off strong pace). Sound efforts since, no match for the winner when second of 5 at Market Rasen 3 weeks ago

4 POST NO BILLS (IRE) (12) 22-1126 BF 8 11 4

B g Mahler - Shining Lights (IRE)

O Pyne Swinburne Partnership Br Miss Christine Keymer

T Ryan Potter, Sellack

PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE star, LIGHT BLUE and PURPLE striped sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who has taken well to fences, bagging handicaps at Fontwell and Cartmel in May. Heavy ground perhaps to blame for tame effort at Cartmel since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

5 MOLE COURT (IRE) (29) 213-211 6 11 2

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Running Wild (IRE)

O Mr Oliver Troup Br Joseph Cunningham

T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares

DARK BLUE, YELLOW triple diamond, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a positive start to chasing career, landing brace of 20f handicaps at Worcester fitted with cheekpieces this summer Up 8lb and tackles a new trip but seems sure to go well

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

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

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST:

13-8 Tiger Orchid (IRE), 5-2 Mole Court (IRE), 11-2 Post No Bills (IRE), 13-2 Hidden Depths (IRE), 10-1 Inishbiggle (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

TIGER ORCHID and Mole Court have both made hay at Worcester switched to fences in recent weeks and are expected to dominate this, with marginal preference for the Dr Richard Newland inmate.

1-2-3:

1.TIGER ORCHID (IRE) 2.MOLE COURT (IRE) 3.POST NO BILLS (IRE)

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K O N T E M P R Y

Kontempry 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.

NEW OFFERING ON CENTRE COURSE NOW OPEN!

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

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

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

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

2022: PENCREEK (FR) 9 11 11 Luca Morgan 9-4 (Ben Pauling) 6 ran

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Juvenile Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for juvenile maiden three yrs old

Total prize fund £8500

Owners Prize Money Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)

SEE PAGE 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 CITY OF RUINS (GB) (61)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Social Media

3 BF 11 2

O Mr Jon Glews Br Cliveden Stud

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley S Proactive Personnel Limited

RED, YELLOW braces, WHITE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/2, third of 5 in juvenile hurdle at Hexham (2m, good) on debut 61 days ago May do better Star Rating

2 GIFTED ANGEL (IRE) (18) 3 11 2 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.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. Didn’t jump with fluency but still made a sound start to his hurdle career when third of 11 over C&D 18 days ago. Cheekpieces refitted Might hurdle better with that experience behind him. Leading claims

3 LOGISTICAL (IRE) (11)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Winter Ballerina

O ValueRacingClub.co.uk

T Tom Lacey, Woolhope

53 11 2

Br Sandra Russell

S Plusbac

WHITE, BLACK epaulets, MAROON and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, BLACK and MAROON quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat for Andrew Balding. Only modest form in his 2 juvenile hurdles for new connections but it’s still early days Star RatingHHHII Official BHA

4 RAMZ (IRE) (56) 11 2

Ch g Havana Gold (IRE) - Storybook (UAE)

O Mrs Samantha Dunn

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Diomed Bloodstock Ltd

S McCoy Contractors

DARK GREEN, PINK chevron, armlets and diamonds on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper on Flat (stays 9.5f) for Alice Haynes Respected on hurdle debut for an in-form trainer/jockey combination. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingSEAN

5 RED FORT (FR) (37) 11 2

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Fortitude (IRE)

O Dawson, Martin and Nolan

Br S.A.R.L. de Chambure Haras D’Etreham

T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway

EMERALD GREEN, RED inverted triangle, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat, reaching the frame in handicaps on his last 2 outings Hurdle debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingCRAIG NICHOL

6 SECRET SAUCE (IRE) (11) U 11 2

Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Pure Greed (IRE)

O Avon Racing Limited

T Milton Harris, Warminster

Br Michael Begley

S Bresbet

ORANGE, DARK BLUE epaulets, DARK BLUE and ORANGE halved sleeves, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer on the Flat in Ireland, winning a 1m Gowran claimer in May. 14/1, didn’t get beyond the first at Newton Abbot recently so this is effectively his hurdle debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - HARRY REED

7 STEVEN SEAGULL (GB) (17)

B g War Command (USA) - Mercy Me

O The Leolli Partnership Br Mr Graham Smith-Bernal

T John Ryan, Newmarket

WHITE, BLACK stars on sleeves.

11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat. Doesn’t make obvious appeal now switching to hurdles Star Rating

8 SUNRISE BOY (FR) (18)

B g Belardo (IRE) - Sunrise Memory (FR)

O Mr James Summers Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Ascot & Mrs F. Perree

T Lucy Wadham, Newmarket S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

RED, BLACK cross belts, BLACK and RED striped sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat who went backwards from hurdling debut when pulled up over C&D 18 days ago. Needs to bounce back STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was stiff behind Star RatingHHHII Official BHA

9 TEXAS BOY (IRE) (8)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Arizona Sun (IRE)

O Mr Adrian Hosie Br Herbertstown House Stud

T Syd Hosie, Sherborne

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled on the flat. Probably best watched now hurdling.

10 LADY BIANCA (GB) (61)

B f Sir Percy - Six Cents (IRE)

O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat for Jamie

hurdling for a new stable

11 LIMELIGHT (GER) (52)

B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Lutania (GER)

Br Hunscote Stud

S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

10

O Mr Jim Gill Br R. Lerner

T Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard S Science Supplements PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat (stays 1m) for Mike Murphy & Michael Keady Has had wind surgery head of this hurdle debut for a new yard. Not an obvious one

12 SAISISSANTE (IRE) (33)

B f Pedro The Great (USA) - Glittering Star (FR)

O Noel Williams Racing - Saisissante

T Noel Williams, Blewbury

BLACK, ORANGE diamond, ORANGE cap.

Br Nearco Producciones S.L.

S Noel Williams Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner at up to 1 1/4m in France. Underperformed on yard debut at Newmarket last month but has to be of interest on first crack at hurdling here

Number of Declared Runners 12................................................................................................(Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11.

2022: MUTARA 3 11 2 David Bass 15-2 (Sean Curran) 6 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

11-4 Gifted Angel (IRE), 4-1 City of Ruins (GB), 8-1 Saisissante (IRE), 10-1 Sunrise Boy (FR), 11-1 Ramz (IRE), 12-1 Red Fort (FR), 14-1 Secret Sauce (IRE), 16-1 Logistical (IRE), 28-1 Steven Seagull (GB), 40-1 Texas Boy (IRE), Limelight (GER), 66-1 Lady Bianca (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

GIFTED ANGEL translated his fair Flat ability to hurdles at the first time of asking when third over C&D 18 days ago and a repeat of that form might be good enough here. Sassissante and Ramz are interesting recruits from the Flat, while City of Ruins hails from a good stable and may step up on his opening Hexham third.

1-2-3:

1.GIFTED ANGEL (IRE) 2.SAISISSANTE (IRE) 3.RAMZ (IRE)

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(Class 5)

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 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 FANZIO (FR) (17)

B g Day Flight - Tu L’As Eu (FR)

O Fanzio Partnership

T Laura Hurley, Tiverton

3100-4P C 8 12 0

Br Jean Brest

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended time with Richard Hobson with success at Taunton in March but well beaten all 4 starts for this yard. Easy to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

2 DINDIN (FR) (29)

B g Balko (FR) - Taguy Star (FR)

O David Pipe Racing Club

23-4315 D 10 11 13

Br T. Vigneron & M. Lochin & L. Lochin

T David Pipe, Wellington S W & S Recycling

BLACK, WHITE triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent this year, resuming winning ways at Stratford in June Rare below-par fifth at Worcester since but he’s the sort to bounce back Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 99

3 CONCEAL (IRE) (18)

Ch g Stowaway - Babyshan (IRE)

O The JGF Racing Club

T Billy Aprahamian, Towcester

136UP-3

Br Alan Britton

S Fairfax and Favor Ltd

WHITE, RED cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, MAROON armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap.

8 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on song after 12 weeks off when third of 7 in handicap chase over C&D (good) 18 days ago, fading only late on Holds good claims off the same mark with that run under his belt Star RatingHHHHH Official

4 GALWAY MAHLER (IRE) (16)

Ch g Mahler - Kitty The Hare (IRE)

5P/P0P-P 6 10 10

O Mr Peter Oppenheimer & Mrs Linda Jewell Br Sandra Curley

T Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne S Karen Jewell Racing

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Exceeded market expectations when fifth on Newbury hurdle debut last spring but has shown little since, including on chasing bow at Southwell 16 days ago Visor is reached for now.

5 HUMPS AND BUMPS (IRE) (47) 0206P-4 10 10 7

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Cat Burglar (IRE)

O Mary Sadler, Mervyn Buckley & the BFRP Br M. Sheehy

T Danny Brooke, Middleham

S Danny Brooke Racing

BLACK and EMERALD GREEN check, RED sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Now 13 runs since his last win in 2021. Yet to hit top form for his new yard, having a wind op before fourth of 7 in handicap chase (20/1) at Hexham (24.2f, good) 13 days ago Blinkers back on with more needed

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 79

6 AULD SOD (IRE) (52) 400-3PP 10 10 2

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Didn’t You Know (FR)

O The Poucor Partnership Br J. F. C. Maxwell

T Cynthia Woods, Crowborough

S Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd

YELLOW, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable individual who has been pulled up in handicap chases at Fontwell and Southwell on his last two starts Others are much more persuasive.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71

JACK TUDOR

7 O’GRADY’S BOY (IRE) (31) PP4-050 12 10 2

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

O The Deeside Partnership Br Gerard Leahy

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Tote

ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, MAROON cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler/chaser at best who came in last of seven in 2m Souithwell selling hurdle last month. Hard to make a case for back in this sphere.

8 DONT BE ROBIN (IRE) (18) 644/05-0 11 10 2

B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Rainbow Times (IRE)

O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook Br Mrs J. M. R. Lancaster

T Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum S Sturminster Newton Building Supplies

MAROON, YELLOW triple diamond, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON armlets, MAROON and YELLOW quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Plumpton in 2021 but well held on all 3 outings so far in 2023, seventh of 9 in handicap chase here (19.4f, good) 18 days ago. Has lots to find from 5lb out of the handicap

9 JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (11) 00-0352 BF

B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE)

O Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton Br Gretton & J. Hynes

T Grace Harris, Shirenewton S Grace Harris Racing

PINK, BLACK chevron and sleeves, BLACK and PINK quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden but he got back on track when edged out in 21f handicap chase at Newton Abbot 11 days ago Merits consideration off a 2lb higher mark here.

BETTING FORECAST:

7-2 Dindin (FR), Justshortofabubble (GB), 5-1 Conceal (IRE), 9-1 O’Grady’s Boy (IRE), 10-1 Fanzio (FR), 14-1 Galway Mahler (IRE), Humps And Bumps (IRE), 22-1 Auld Sod (IRE), Dont Be Robin (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

CONCEAL made a promising return from a lay-off when third over C&D last month and can build on it here to resume winning ways in a handicap where a few arrive with question marks against them. Dindin wasn’t at his best when fifth at Worcester but is a reliable type overall and could emerge as the chief threat ahead of in-form maiden Justshortofabubble

1-2-3:

1.CONCEAL (IRE) 2.DINDIN (FR) 3.JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE

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Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £9150

Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)

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1 LUNAR SHADOW (GB) (29)

B m Sea The Moon (GER) - The Pirate’s Queen (IRE)

1F1P- D 5 12 0

O Apple Tree Stud Br Apple Tree Stud

T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Apple Tree Stud

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN star, striped sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner who won a brace of novice events against her own sex during the middle of 2022. Fit from a fairly productive spell on the level and return to 2m will suit.

2 ADDOSH (GB) (38)

B m The Gurkha (IRE) - Wild Storm

1FP6-53 D 5 11 13

O The Danum Partnership Br Wild Storm Syndicate

T Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard S Princes Risborough Cookshop, Science Supplements

ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW stripes, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Now 3lb below her last winning mark and fitted with a tongue tie, she shaped quite well in a race that wasn’t run to suit at Southwell in June Jumping remains a concern but

go very close.

3 PILLAR OF STEEL (GB) (25)

B m Shirocco (GER) - Miss Conduct

O Kate Ive

4330-33 CD 8 11 10

Br J. Spearing and Kate Ive

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley S Pension Partners Llp

BLACK, MAUVE seams, BLACK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific for John Spearing in 2021 and stepped up markedly on her opening effort for Henry Oliver when third at Market Rasen last month. Nudged up 2lb but she can remain competitive.

4 ALIOMAANA (GB) (18)

Ch m Raven’s Pass (USA) - Taqdees (IRE)

5414-31 CD 5 11 10

O Aliomaana Partnership Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited

T Milton Harris, Warminster S Bresbet

PURPLE, YELLOW disc.

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track in a refitted hood after 4 months off when landing C&D mares’ handicap in October and resumed winning ways back here 18 days ago Another bold bid likely

5 LADY RESET (GB) (17) 61342-5 CD BF 7 11 9

Ch m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Reset City

O Mrs Lynne Webb Br R. S. Brookhouse

T David Pipe, Wellington S W & S Recycling

PINK, BLACK braces, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK and PINK hooped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who resumed winning ways over C&D last summer and signed off last year with good second at Uttoxeter. Not in top form in both codes of late but assessor has cut her some slack Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

6 POP THE CHAMPAGNE (FR) (16) 11110-3 CD 7 11 8

B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Six Pack (FR)

O Mrs Jill Phillips & Graeme McPherson Br GAEC des Livets, Poulinieres.com et al

T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold

PINK, ROYAL BLUE star, sleeves and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who was well placed to land 4-timer in novice hurdles at around 2m last summer Fit from the Flat when third at Warwick in May and recent spin on the AW for new training partnership will have blown away the cobwebs STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

7 LUCKY DRAW (GB) (16) 040-224 6 11 3

B m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Lucky Breeze (IRE)

O Mr Daniel John Bourne Br Mr E. de Giles & Mr C. Shand Kydd

T Daniel Bourne, Varteg

MAROON, ROYAL BLUE star, MAROON sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on Flat and similar form over hurdles, shaping well when finding only one too good in 8-runner handicap at Market Rasen in June. Held back by mistakes at Southwell since. Hood omitted

8 KARANNELLE (IRE) (41) 22-4434 D 8 10 13

B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Dance Lively (USA)

O Mr D. Rees Br Mr David Bobbett

T David Rees, Haverfordwest

BLACK, RED star, diamonds on sleeves, BLACK cap, RED stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive spell last summer, landing back-to-back handicaps under this rider Strong traveller but failing to see her race out of late.

9 AYR OF ELEGANCE (GB) (18) 424-61P C 11 10 10

B m Motivator - Gaelic Swan (IRE)

O DJ JEFFREYS RACING CLUB Br Mr W. F. Davis

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

PINK and DARK GREEN check, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who was back to form to win 4-runner handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (18.5f) in June, driven out Failed to see race out over 18.7f here 18 days ago and now back at 2m. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/7/2023 it was reported that the horse may have been in season.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95 TOM BELLAMY

Number of Declared Runners 9..................................................................................................(Exacta)

Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

RESET 6 11 1 Tom Scudamore 2-1 (David Pipe) 4 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

9-2 Aliomaana (GB), 5-1 Pillar of Steel (GB), 6-1 Addosh (GB), 15-2 Lady Reset (GB), 8-1 Lunar Shadow (GB), 9-1 Pop The Champagne (FR), 11-1 Karannelle (IRE), 14-1 Lucky Draw (GB), 16-1 Ayr Of Elegance (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

ADDOSH can take the odd liberty over obstacles but she figures on a very tempting mark, so is awarded the tentative vote. Aliomaana can boast a good C&D record so she’s a threat, along with Pillar of Steel. 1-2-3:

1.ADDOSH 2.ALIOMAANA 3.PILLAR OF STEEL

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(Class 5)

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)

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1 ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (GB) (30) 456-126 CD 10 12 0

B m Mount Nelson - Early Evening

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

T David Weston, West Overton S Flintstone Stud

RED, DARK GREEN and RED striped sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning return over C&D in May and followed it with a good second Latest effort was sub-par but he could get back on track Star Rating

2 ARCADE ATTRACTION (IRE) (18) 06P14-1 CD 9 11 12

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 First run since leaving Evan Williams when 4/1, improved to win 9-runner handicap chase at this C&D (good) 18 days ago by 1 3/4 lengths from Atlantic Storm. Remains well treated on old form and should take all the beating if in the same mood Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98

3 STRIKING OUT (GB) (23) 224U-0P 9 11 9

B g Malinas (GER) - Cresswell Ruby (IRE)

O Catch Twenty Two Br R. B. Mckay

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

LIGHT BLUE, BROWN hoop, FLAME sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair at best but has lost his way and there’s been no encouragement on either outing this term Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

4 ATLANTIC STORM (IRE) (18) 0053-02 C 11 11 4

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 Course winner Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Very good 1 3/4 lengths second of 9 to Arcade Attraction in handicap chase (10/1) at this C&D (good) 18 days ago Can make presence felt again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90 CILLIN LEONARD (5)

5 MILADYGRACE (GB) (11)

B m Universal (IRE) - Milan Athlete (IRE)

O Mrs T. R. Kinsey

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

DARK BLUE, ORANGE diamond, quartered cap.

2F12-54 D 8 10 13

Br Mr W. Kinsey

S Fbc Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a positive start over fences last season but hasn’t kicked on so far this term, only fourth at Newton Abbot last time Others make more appeal

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 85 (-1) SEAN BOWEN

6 NOAH’S LIGHT (IRE) (17)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Scrapper Jack (IRE)

O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook

T Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum

PP0-PP4 6 10 10

Br Brian Kiely

S Sturminster Newton Building Supplies

MAROON, YELLOW triple diamond, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON armlets, MAROON and YELLOW quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced ex-Irish hurdles winner who has offered precious little for present connections, including on handicap debut at Newton Abbot 17 days ago Up against it

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 82

7 ANNIE NAIL (IRE) (14)

Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Castletown Girl

O Racehorse Ownership Club

T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

35-5232 D 6 10 10

Br Sunnyhill Stud

S Racehorse Ownership Club

RED and WHITE diamonds, striped sleeves, RED cap, WHITE diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Has been reliable of late and posted another creditable effort when runner-up at Worcester a fortnight ago. Should give another good account for all that her mark seems about right.

8 MAWLOOD (IRE) (2)

B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Kalaatah (USA)

7 10 2

O Ms G. Howell Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited

T Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells S Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, Nds Equine Nutrition

YELLOW, MAUVE epaulets.

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run stretches back over 2 years and he didn’t offer much encouragement at Worcester 2 days ago. Hard to fancy.

2022: BLAZE A TRAIL (IRE) 8 11 0 Connor Brace 14-1 (John Flint) 7 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

9-4 Arcade Attraction (IRE), 7-2 Annie Nail (IRE), 4-1 Atlantic Storm (IRE), 15-2 Admiral’s Sunset (GB), 12-1 Miladygrace (GB), 33-1 Striking Out (GB), Mawlood (IRE), 40-1 Noah’s Light (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

ARCADE ATTRACTION bounced back in no uncertain terms when making a successful start for this yard at the expense of Atlantic Storm over C&D recently and, with plenty of handicapping scope on old form, he’s taken to follow up at the possible expense of his old rival. Annie Nail also merits plenty of respect.

1-2-3:

1.ARCADE ATTRACTION (IRE)

2.ATLANTIC STORM (IRE) 3.ANNIE NAIL (IRE)

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Handicap Hurdle Race

(Class 3)

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

Total prize fund £12650

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

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1 SHANTOU EXPRESS (IRE) (49) 5P0-013 CD BF 8 12 0

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Spanker

O The Second Chancers

T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Catridge Farm Stud and Burgage Stud

S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

LIGHT BLUE, PINK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE diamonds, LIGHT BLUE and PINK striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in June who backed it up with a creditable third of 5 to Scarpia in handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f, good) 49 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up.

2 SCARPIA (IRE) (49)

Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bunglasha Lady (IRE)

O Mrs T. Brown

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

P340-21 9 11 11

Br Desmond Devereux

S Unibet

DARK BLUE, PINK sash, PINK sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap, PINK spots.

TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time when resuming winning ways in 5-runner handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f, good) 49 days ago, holding on gamely Up 3lb but still not taken lightly

3 ISTHEBAROPEN (GB) (284)

B m Grape Tree Road - Seviot

14213P- C 10 11 10

O P Morris R Watt & P Emmett Br Miss S. M. Thomas

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

LIGHT BLUE, EMERALD GREEN chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but he has been off for 9 months since turning in a rare poor effort in 3m handicap hurdle at Aintree. Has won when fresh though so he can’t be dismissed STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/10/2022 it was reported that the horse was hampered Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 124 BRIAN

4 GENTLEMAN VALLEY (FR) (29) 254-111 7 11 9

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Richona (FR)

O The Megsons

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

Br Mrs P. Souverain & Mr A. de Boisbrunet

S Fitzdares

PINK, MAUVE star, MAUVE sleeves, PINK stars and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Is going from strength to strength and completed a hat-trick in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f, good) 29 days ago. Well on top at the finish there so he has to be taken seriously despite another 6lb rise.

5 HOGANVILLE (IRE) (47)

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 123

113P-13 D BF6 11 0

(7)

B g Frozen Fire (GER) - Wings To Soar (USA)

O Annett, Gibson and Holland

T George Bewley, Colby

WHITE, PINK hoop, sleeves and cap.

Br John Carr

S Lloyd Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has done well in handicap hurdles for this yard, scoring for a fourth time at Kelso (22.7f) in May. Good effort at Hexham since and in the mix here.

6 MR YEATS (IRE) (15)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Va’vite (IRE)

O Emdells Limited

T Milton Harris, Warminster

PURPLE, YELLOW armlets.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114 JONATHON BEWLEY

34-6322 D 6 10 13

Br Mrs D. Dewbery & Mrs B. Woodcock

S Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a trio of handicap hurdles last season and has returned in good form, second in 23f Uttoxeter handicap 15 days ago Should go well again from an unchanged mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 113 BRADLEY HARRIS (5)

7 HUNTING PERCIVAL (GB) (3) P2P12P C 8 10 11

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 Course winner but he was tried in a hood when pulled up in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (25.8f, good) 3 days ago. Headgear is dispensed with but switches to hurdles with something to prove. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/7/2023 it was reported that the horse may suit a return to hurdles Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111 JAMES BEST

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

BETTING FORECAST:

5-2 Gentleman Valley (FR), 9-2 Scarpia (IRE), 5-1 Mr Yeats (IRE), 15-2 Hoganville (IRE), 8-1 Shantou Express (IRE), 12-1 Isthebaropen (GB), 14-1 Hunting Percival (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

GENTLEMAN VALLEY has a career-high mark to overcome but still can’t be opposed on the back of an emphatic Worcester success as he bids to make it four wins in a row The consistent Mr Yeats seems sure to have a say in his attempt to bag a first win of 2023, with game Worcester scorer Scarpia also in the picture in a competitive handicap.

1-2-3:

1.GENTLEMAN VALLEY (FR) 2.MR YEATS (IRE) 3.SCARPIA (IRE)

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First Race 2.33 - THE BETTING.BET NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5096 to the winning horse The second to receive £2344, the third £1172, the fourth £586 and the fifth £292. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120. £45 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st Penalties, after July 22nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Kontempry have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner plus a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 10 entries at £45. - Closed July 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243. (Penalty Value £5096.16) Weights lowered 3lb.

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Second Race 3.08 - THE BETTING.BET FREE BETTING TIPS JUVENILE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for juvenile maiden three yrs old. Enter by noon, July 28th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Kontempry 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 18 entries at £42. - Closed July 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)

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Third Race 3.43 - THE BETTING.BET GET YOUR FREE BET 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. August 1st Penalties, after July 22nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Kontempry have generously sponsored this race and will award a memento to the winning owner plus a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 19 entries, 2 at £7 and 17 at £35. - Closed July 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)

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Fourth Race 4.18 - THE BETTING.BET ONLINE BETTING MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4832 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2223, the third £1111, the fourth £556 and the fifth £277. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-120. £42 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st Penalties, after July 22nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Kontempry 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 in this race 10 entries at £42. - Closed July 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)

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Fifth Race 4.50 - THE signupoffers.com BEST SIGN UP OFFERS 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. August 1st Penalties, after July 22nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Kontempry have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 19 entries at £35. - Closed July 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)

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Sixth Race 5.25 - THE interbet.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, the third £1536, the fourth £769 and the fifth £383. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130. £60 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. Penalties, after July 22nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Kontempry have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 14 entries at £60. - Closed July 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46)

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CHARLIE L ANE (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

DANIEL ANDREWS, TOM EVET TS, K ATIE DOWSON

OFFICIALS

STARTERS

WILLIAM JORDAN

SOPHIA UPTON

JUDGE

DAVID HICKS

CLERK OF THE SCALES

PAUL CHAMPION

VETERINARY OFFICER

BETHAN COOK

VETERINARY SURGEONS

NANCY HOMEWOOD

SALLY HODGSON

SAM CUT TS

AL AN WALKER

VETERINARY NURSE

JO MARSHALL

MEDICAL OFFICERS

SRMO PHIL PRITCHARD

RMO CHRIS REESE

RMO TIWARI SUSHANT

NURSE

SAR AH GODFRE Y

COMMENTATOR

DAVID FITZGER ALD

MANAGING DIRECTOR

ILONA BARNET T

CLERK OF THE COURSE

NESSIE CHANTER

RACEDAY PRESENTER

ROBERT BELL AMY

BETTING RING MANAGER

ANDY COLLINS

FARRIER

TOM HE ATH

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

SAM LINLE Y

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

MEL ANIE SHEPPARD

JANE SOUTHAM

JEREMY WILLIS

RACECOURSE

HORSE WELFARE

JON TRICE ROLPH

ANDREW BARNET T

TIM YOUNG

STEPHEN GREEN

SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

ILONA BARNET T

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