Thursday, 31st August 2023
is a wide variety of food and drink available before and during the races. Treat yourself at one of our dining and bar facilities.
The Gallery Restaurant is a top quality facility, ideal for couples or small groups. Tables can be held all day and offer stunning panoramic views of the entire course, especially the finishing straight and last fence.
Patrons must purchase a Main enclosure badge or hold an Annual Badge/Owners and Trainers Badge to gain access to this area.
The Gallery Restaurant is extremely popular so early booking is advisable For reservations call 01789 267949
Providing stunning views as the horses approach the last fence and thunder towards the winning post. The Paddock Pavilion package comprises of a three course meal & afternoon tea.
There are various other food outlets around site, which change on a regular basis.
There are a variety of bars throughout the racecourse, serving a selection of beer, spirits, wine, champagne and soft drinks.
The whole team who work here at the course have been very busy this summer and I hope you are able to join me in thanking them for keeping the place looking so fabulous and running smoothly on race days
We would also like to thank todays sponsors and their guests; Hills of Ledbury and the Hitchins family are here celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary and Tom and Nicola Allan got married this afternoon. Congratulations to you all.
Yala Enki will be parading after the 2nd race.
Yala was trained by Venetia to win many races for Clive Hitchins including the Lanzarote hurdle, the Grand National trial at Haydock and he finished 3rd three times in the Welsh Grand National He continued his successful career after moving to Champion trainer Paul Nicholls winning the Portman Cup at Taunton on three consecutive occasions as well as winning at the November meeting at Cheltenham in 2021 Happy retirement Yala!
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.
Our next race meeting is next Saturday 9th September. First Race 2.34pm
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
In the event of racing being abandoned before the first race has been run, NO refunds will be made on the day, but racegoers should retain all badges/tickets & return these by post to the racecourse for a refund (or replacement badges for another meeting if preferred) Once the first race has been run, there will be no refunds.
The Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse admission or to expel, without prior notice, any racegoer who, in the opinion if the Racecourse Executive, behaves or is likely to behave in an unruly or unacceptable manner. Examples of unruly or unacceptable behaviour include violent or abusive conduct, drunkenness, singing or shouting and intimidation of other racegoers This list is not exhaustive.
The Management does not accept liability for loss or damage to visitors’ effects, vehicles or other property whilst on these premises
It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes Further details are available from the racecourse office
“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider”. Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented. Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance. During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.
It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy Please do not assume the worst.
In the event of an emergency all persons on the racecourse will be alerted by the following message over the public address system.
This is an emergency announcement. Due to circumstances beyond our control, racing has been temporarily suspended Would all patrons please evacuate ALL buildings and make your way across the racetrack to the Red post marker in the Centre of the Course. Police and Racecourse Officials will assist and direct you. Please do not go to any Car Park until you are cleared to do so, because you may hamper the movement of emergency vehicles The message will then be repeated
Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure
We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using flash photography whilst on course.
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration.
All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.
The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property.
Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures.
Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for three months.
A top quality facility, ideal for couples or small groups. Tables can be held all day and there are panoramic views of the entire course, especially the finishing straight and last fence.
Providing stunning views as the horses approach the last fence and thunder towards the winning post Totepool betting, TV screens and easy access to the paddock & pre parade ring, this glass fronted pavilion will offer all you need to enjoy a great days racing in style. This restaurant facility is perfect for individuals or small groups.
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:
N TWISTON-DAVIES (18 wins from 85 runners, 21%) runs THE GEORDIE GINGE (5.00), BAGHEERA GINGE (5.30).
G HANMER (14 wins from 53 runners, 26%) runs FANDABIDOZI (5.00), ISTHEBAROPEN (6.30), ATACAMA SKY (7.30).
DR R NEWLAND (13 wins from 73 runners, 18%) runs THIRTYFOURSTITCHES (6.30).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
A WATSON (7 wins from 44 runners, 16%) runs THRONE HALL (6.30).
D MCCAIN (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs LATINO FLING (5.30).
A KING (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs BASKERVILLE (7.30).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:
S TWISTON-DAVIES (24 wins from 133 rides, 18%) rides THE GEORDIE GINGE (5.00), BAGHEERA GINGE (5.30).
B HUGHES (21 wins from 96 rides, 22%) rides FANDABIDOZI (5.00), LATINO FLING (5.30), ARCADE ATTRACTION (6.00), ISTHEBAROPEN (6.30), GETAWAY JEWEL (7.00).
S BOWEN (13 wins from 80 rides, 16%) rides REDBRIDGE RAMBLER (5.00), BEN BUIE (6.00).
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
S BOWEN (6 wins from 32 rides, 19%) rides listed above.
B HUGHES (4 wins from 25 rides, 16%) rides listed above.
G SHEEHAN (4 wins from 18 rides, 22%) rides SIX AND OUT (5.00), GLENGEEVER (5.30), ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (6.00), BUCKO’S BOY (6.30), CAIRO KING (7.30).
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 6.00 ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (won off 104 down 4lb to 100); 7.00 ATLANTIC STORM (won off 100 down 10lb to 90).
7.30 CAIRO KING has moved from A King to Mr Jamie Snowden; 7.30 HELPFUL has moved from P Webber to B Summers.
GLINGER FLAME (6.30) trained by N Richards, Greystoke, distance of 211 miles. GETAWAY JEWEL (7.00) trained by M Hammond, Middleham, distance of 172 miles. DREAM JET (5.00) trained by B Ellison, Malton, distance of 165 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 29th August.
Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)
Cash and Card
Racecards to purchase Cash and Card
Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance) Card only
Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance)
Cash & Card
G/ S Bar (downstairs) Card only
G/S tattersalls bar (downstairs) Cash and Card
Stowford Press Bridge bar (upstairs in Grandstand) Cash & Card
Champagne Bar (champagne also located on all other bars) Card only
Owners/ Trainers Bar Cash & Card
External Catering Concessions Cash & Card
Centre Course Bar (when open) Cash & Card
Paddock Pavilion Restaurant Card only
Gallery Restaurant Card only
Hospitality Boxes Card only
Stables Café Cash & Card
1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager
2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number). Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet
3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.
4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms. Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie. for a win or a place.
5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights
6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes. e.g. £1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.
In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.
•Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win
•3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2
•5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2
•8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3
•Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3
•Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4
•Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4
All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 AMALFI BAY (GB) (89)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Affinity
O Elite Racing Club
Br Elite Racing Club
T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster S Elite Racing Club
WHITE, large BLACK spots, BLACK cap.
, BL CK BL ap ge ACK , ACK K K
11 4 Ch g Jet Away - Anemone
2 DREAM JET (IRE) (40)
O Mrs J. J. Robinson Br Peter Nolan
T Brian Ellison, Malton S Brian Ellison Racing Limited
LIGHT BLUE, large PINK spots.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. First run since leaving C. W. J. Farrell when twelfth of 14 in handicap hurdle (4/1) at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft) 40 days ago, gambled on but had little go right. Can make more impact this time
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104 HARRY COBDEN
3 FANDABIDOZI (IRE) (27)
Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Cranky Spanky (IRE)
324332 5 11 4
O Mr Gwyn Evans Br Angelo Robiati
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
RED and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest stayer on the Flat who has been running to a similar level consistently over hurdles, second at Bangor last time Likely to be on the premises Star RatingHHHHI
4 REDBRIDGE RAMBLER (IRE) (101) 362-34 BF 5 11 4
B g Mahler - Entertain Me
O David Maughan Br Mrs A. L. Merry & Mr Brett Merry
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
RED and WHITE stripes, LIGHT BLUE sleeves
S FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in bumpers and sound start to hurdles career when third of 11 at Uttoxeter in May. Race probably came too soon at Market Rasen next time and he remains with potential after a break STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/5/2023 it was reported that the horse showed signs of mild heat stress. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - SEAN BOWEN
5 SIX AND OUT (GB) (35) 2/2-20 5 11 4
Ch g Sixties Icon - Extremely Rare (IRE)
O Miss E. J. Tanner
T David Weston, West Overton
RED, DARK GREEN and RED striped sleeves and cap.
Br D. J. Weston
S Flintstone Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on all his three bumper runs Let down by jumping on hurdling debut at Worcester 35 days ago but may come on for that. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingGAVIN SHEEHAN
6 THE GEORDIE GINGE (IRE) (9) 4620-23 5 11 4
Ch g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Our Pollyanna (IRE)
O GingeArmy Racing
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Cyril O’Hara
S Agetur (UK) Ltd
ROYAL BLUE, RED star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who has been on his game when placed the last twice, third in a maiden at Newton Abbot despite losing 3 shoes 9 days ago Should be on the premises again. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/8/2023 it was reported that the horse lost three shoes Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES
7 GO ON YA GOODTHING (IRE) (31) 3P-40 4 11 0
Ch g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Hadya (IRE)
O Mr David Brace Br Skehanagh Bloodstock & Rachel Weld
T David Brace, Bridgend
BLACK, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in an Irish point and wasn’t disgraced when fourth of 5 at Worcester on Rules debut Disappointed at Newton Abbot next time and likely to be brought along slowly in this sphere. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
8 A TICKATICKATIMING (GB) (28) 332-1 5 10 11
B m Sixties Icon - Hi Note
O The Bull boys Br Miss S. West
T Sheena West, Lewes S Southdowns Unleashed
DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE and WHITE hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at the fourth attempt in bumpers Has disappointed on the Flat since but bred to make a hurdler, so no forlorn hope Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
9 BOLLYWOLLYWOTSIT (GB) (92) P 6 10 11
B m Bollin Eric - Friends Hope
O Mr John Christopher Drake Br Mrs Brenda Bowditch
T Ella Pickard, Minehead
WHITE and LIGHT BLUE check, hooped sleeves, LIGHT BLUE and WHITE check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Doesn’t make much appeal on pedigree and lost her action when pulled up at Newton Abbot 92 days ago. Cheekpieces tried but hard to imagine she’ll feature. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its action. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
(IRE), 5-1 Dream Jet (IRE), 12-1 A Tickatickatiming (GB), 25-1 Six And Out (GB), 66-1 Go On Ya Goodthing (IRE), 100-1 Bollywollywotsit (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
REDBRIDGE RAMBLER shaped well on hurdling debut in the spring and is best excused his next run, so he’s well worth another chance. The Geordie Ginge and Fandabidozi should both give another good account.
1-2-3:
1.REDBRIDGE RAMBLER (IRE) 2.THE GEORDIE GINGE (IRE) 3.FANDABIDOZI (IRE)
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RTV 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.
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9150
Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462.
(Penalty Value £4832.11) Weights lowered 4lb
SEE PAGE 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 GOLD LINK (FR) (27)
B g Rail Link - Une de Montot (FR)
O Owners Group 057
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.
2/-24U13 C 7 11 10
Br Jean-Francois Lamborot & Edouard Walsh
S Owners Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when opening account in 19.4f novice handicap chase last month. Third to a progressive type off this 7lb higher mark at Bangor (17.4f, good) since and further progress possible now that he moves back up in trip Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120 TOM
2 LATINO FLING (IRE) (60)
B m Milan - Five of Spades (IRE)
O Colin and Kay Taylor
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
653-115 8 11 7
Br Anthony Walsh
S Proactive Personnel Limited
PURPLE, PINK seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Good strike rate over hurdles for this yard, winning over 2 1/2m at Aintree and Worcester in May/June Shade disappointing at Cartmel (2 3/4m, good to soft) last time but this former point winner will be a threat if her jumping passes the test now tackling fences Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 117 BRIAN HUGHES
3 BAGHEERA GINGE (GB) (9)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - The Prime Viper (IRE)
O GingeArmy Racing
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
0-PF232 C BF5 11 7
Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot
S Agetur (UK) Ltd
ROYAL BLUE, RED star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 2 of his 5 starts over hurdles last year and has performed with credit all 3 completed starts in this sphere. Runner-up in first-time cheekpieces (retained here) at Newton Abbot (21f, good) last time and solid claims off the same mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 117 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES
4 GLENGEEVER (IRE) (7)
Gr g Scorpion (IRE) - Anns Island (IRE)
6P-225P D 7 11 2
O Black Knight Racing Club Br Mr Alastair Mckay
T Ben Lund, Bridgwater S Tote
YELLOW, MAROON seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner/dual winner over hurdles who was runner-up on first 2 starts in handicap chases However, needs to bounce back following a couple of dismal displays in recent weeks New headgear. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112 (-2) GAVIN SHEEHAN
Number of Declared Runners 4 (Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
3RD 4TH ......................................................
2022: PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL (IRE) 5 11 6
DISTANCES
TIME................................................
Henry Brooke 2-1 (Brian Ellison) 4 ran
BETTING FORECAST:
6-4 Bagheera Ginge (GB), 15-8 Gold Link (FR), 4-1 Latino Fling (IRE), 11-1 Glengeever (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
There could be more to come from low-mileage 7-y-o GOLD LINK, who looked a big threat to the progressive winner before making a hash of the second-last at Bangor He wasn’t knocked about following that blunder and is very appealing back up in trip off the same mark, returned to the scene of last month’s comfortable breakthrough success. Bagheera Ginge has been knocking on the door and should get his head in front soon enough. He rates the main danger ahead of chase debutant Latino Fling.
1-2-3:
1.GOLD LINK (FR) 2.BAGHEERA GINGE 3.LATINO FLING (IRE)
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The Great British Bonus (GBB) Scheme offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
RTV 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
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
“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.
Found by agent Guy Petit in France after winning a French hurdle, he was brought to England by Venetia Williams and purchased by Clive Hitchings. Yala was trained by Venetia to win many races including the Lanzarote hurdle, the Grand National trial at Haydock and he finished 3rd three times in the Welsh Grand National. He continued his successful career after moving to Champion trainer Paul Nicholls winning the Portman Cup at Taunton on three consecutive occasions as well as winning at the November meeting at Cheltenham in 2021. Happy retirement Yala!
Joan and Clive Hitchings are today celebrating their Diamond Wedding Anniversary (60 years). They have been great supporters of National Hunt and Point to Point racing having amassed an impressive total of over 300 winners. One of their winners, Yala Enki is parading today for one final time. Yala is now retired near Joan and Clive’s home after having won nearly half a million pounds in prize money.
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9150
Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 MAGISTRATO (FR) (39) P21426 5 12 0
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Franche Alliance (FR)
O Knowle Racing Stables Limited
T Deborah Cole, Solihull
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap.
Br E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet
TIMEFORM VIEW Won on final outing for Paul Nicholls at Warwick (16.2f) in May and ran to a similar level on first 2 starts for current yard. However, he remains unproven beyond 2m having finished well held at this C&D last month. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110 CHRIS
2 ARCADE ATTRACTION (IRE) (28) 6P14-11 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 Has returned to his best since joining Sophie Leech, making it 2 wins from 2 starts (both at this C&D) for his current yard with an emphatic success last month. Rise in the weights might not be enough to prevent him from scoring again.
3 BLAZE A TRAIL (IRE) (58) 111-362
B g Morozov (USA) - Bright Blaze (IRE)
O Belly’s Heroes
Br J. H. Kidd
CD 9 11 10
T John Flint, Bridgend
S Tote WHITE and ROYAL BLUE stripes, hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived with a hood applied last year, winning 3 times at this course as he went on to land a 5-timer Bounced back from a lesser effort this season when runner-up here (17f) in July and he’s not taken lightly at this venue Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106
4 CHESS PLAYER (IRE) (40)
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Merci Jandrer (FR)
34P-132 8 11 9
O Mrs Rachel Brodie & Mr John Brodie Br Con O’Keeffe
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
S Fitzdares
DARK BLUE, RED stripe, RED and DARK BLUE diabolo on sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when scoring on chase debut at Worcester last summer and added to his tally after 8 months off at Huntingdon (16.5f) in May. Found only an improving type too strong at Market Rasen (17.2f) last time and he can give another good account.
STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/7/2023 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105 KIELAN WOODS
5 ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (GB) (58)
B m Mount Nelson - Early Evening
O Miss E. J. Tanner
T David Weston, West Overton
RED, DARK GREEN and RED striped sleeves and cap.
456-126
CD 10 11 4
Br Lakin Bloodstock, Hillard Bloodstock & Trading Ltd
S Flintstone Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Having had a second breathing operation, made a winning return at this C&D in May and went close to following up here (17f) on her next start. However, bounce back now called for having found it tougher over that trip last month. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 GAVIN SHEEHAN
6 BEN BUIE (IRE) (12)
Br g Presenting - Change of Plan (IRE)
O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 10
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
1311P-P 9 10 11
Br Mrs Mary Motherway
S FBC Manby Bowdler
WHITE, DARK BLUE stars, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive spell towards the end of his 2022/23 campaign, making it 3 wins from 4 starts when successful at Fakenham (16.3f) in February. However, pulled up on his last 2 outings, the latest after 6 months off at Market Rasen 12 days ago Cheekpieces back on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93 SEAN BOWEN
Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6.
2022: BLAZE A TRAIL (IRE) 8 10 5 Connor Brace 11-4 (John Flint) 8 ran
BETTING FORECAST:
11-8 Arcade Attraction (IRE), 3-1 Blaze A Trail (IRE), 6-1 Chess Player (IRE), 9-1 Admiral’s Sunset (GB), 12-1 Magistrato (FR), 18-1 Ben Buie (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
ARCADE ATTRACTION has been rejuvenated having joined Sophie Leech, winning again for his current yard in good style here last month, and he can go on to complete the C&D hat-trick. Blaze A Trail has also won twice at this C&D and is respected, with Chess Player the pick of the remainder.
1-2-3:
1.ARCADE ATTRACTION (IRE) 2.BLAZE A TRAIL (IRE) 3.CHESS PLAYER (IRE)
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Hills of Ledbury Ltd 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
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) 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)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 THIRTYFOURSTITCHES (IRE) (31) 1023-12 D 8 12 0
B g Fairly Ransom (USA) - Blue Berlais (IRE)
O Doom Bar Beach Club
T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich
Br Miss Jessica Finnegan
S Coulthursts Ltd
WHITE, LIGHT BLUE disc, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at Plumpton last season before scoring on his seasonal return at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good to soft) last month. Ran at least as well when runner-up there a fortnight later and can be hard to pass when in the mood, though has often struggled for consistency. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 130
2 GLINGER FLAME (IRE) (40) S2/6-120 11 11 9
Gr g Daylami (IRE) - Titian Flame (IRE)
O Mr James Westoll
Br Carmel & John Fogarty
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) BEIGE, RED hoops.
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked as good as ever when winning at Hexham (20.1f) in May and backed up that effort when runner-up at the same course in June, albeit in laboured fashion. Never better than mid-field at Cartmel last time, though, so needs to bounce back Star RatingHHHII
3 ISTHEBAROPEN (GB) (28)
B m Grape Tree Road - Seviot
O P Morris R Watt & P Emmett
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Official BHA Rating 125
4213P-3 CD 10 11 7
Br Miss S. M. Thomas
LIGHT BLUE, EMERALD GREEN chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race last year and shaped encouragingly on return from 9-month absence when 5 1/4 lengths third of 6 to Hunting Percival in handicap hurdle at this course (26.4f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Shortlist material
Star RatingHHHHH
4 BUCKO’S BOY (GB) (27)
B g Midnight Legend - Buxom (IRE)
O Mr A. J. & Mrs J. Ward
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Official BHA Rating 123 BRIAN HUGHES
1340-31 8 11 4
Br A. J. & Mrs J. Ward
S Betvictor
ROYAL BLUE and WHITE diabolo, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked as good as ever following a wind op when getting back to winning ways in convincing fashion at Bangor (19.6f, good, 11/2) 27 days ago. 7lb rise looks manageable and he should be in the mix again.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120 GAVIN
5 THRONE HALL (GB) (19)
B g Kingman - Appearance
O The Real Quiz
T Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
GREY, PINK epaulets, GREY sleeves, PINK stars
114P-40 6 11 2
Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
S Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort at his best on Flat but hasn’t quite yet hit those heights over hurdles, not yet looking a natural jumper, and recent efforts in both codes have been underwhelming, so others are preferred.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118
6 HUNTING PERCIVAL (GB) (28) 2P12P1 CD 8 10 12
B g Sir Percy - Motcombe (IRE)
O The Summer Club Br Lady Cobham
T Syd Hosie, Sherborne
DARK BLUE, YELLOW sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Seemed to relish the step back up to this trip when winning over C&D in July before doubling his tally for the season when scoring in 6-runner event at this course (26.4f, good to soft) 28 days ago Not certain to be in same mood this time but merits respect all the same Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114 JAMES BEST
Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.
2022: ISTHEBAROPEN 9 11 4 Brian Hughes 6-5 (Gary Hanmer) 4 ran
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Bucko’s Boy (GB), 7-2 Thirtyfourstitches (IRE), Hunting Percival (GB), 6-1 Isthebaropen (GB), Throne Hall (GB), 14-1 Glinger Flame (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
Last year’s winner ISTHEBAROPEN shaped encouragingly without being unduly punished on her return here earlier this month and should be primed now in her bid to win back-to-back runnings. Bucko’s Boy ran as well as he ever has when scoring at Bangor earlier in the month and also merits plenty of respect, whilst Hunting Percival finished ahead of the selection last time and is also tricky to rule out.
1-2-3:
1.ISTHEBAROPEN 2.BUCKO’S BOY 3.HUNTING PERCIVAL
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TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds) 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 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (9) U40-445 D 9 12 0
B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Allforclover (IRE)
O Miss S. Troughton
Br Miss S. Troughton
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Planned Office Interiors Ltd
GREY, ORANGE star, BROWN sleeves, GREY cap, ROYAL BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles/chase winner in 2021 but who has largely disappointed since.
Cheekpieces on for 1st time with something to prove now.
2 BEMPTON CLIFFS (IRE) (76) 1/1412-3 D 8 11 13
Gr g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Grand Lili
O Mr M Dunlevy and Mrs H McGuinness Br Pat Gilsenan
T Sam Allwood, Whitchurch S Allwood Horse Transport
BLACK, ORANGE hoop, BLACK sleeves, ORANGE stars, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts an excellent strike rate over fences and posted a good third of six at Aintree (2m) after 7 months off in June Much respected after another break here.
3 GETAWAY JEWEL (IRE) (40) 50-2164 D 9 11 5
B g Getaway (GER) - Fada’s Jewel (IRE)
O Mr Phil Ellerby Br Mr D. Allen
T Micky Hammond, Middleham S Northern Accountants
WHITE, GREY braces, striped sleeves, GREY cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Southwell in June but he’s run poorly both starts since, remote fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (17.2f, soft) 40 days ago Needs a couple of these to falter
4 TIKKINTHEBOX (IRE) (45) 5P665-2 CD 11 11 4
B g Tikkanen (USA) - Surfing France (FR)
O On A Mission Br J. F. C. Maxwell
T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton S Brendon Powerwashers
BLACK, LIGHT BLUE hoops, check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since April 2021 but he got back on track when second of 5 in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (16.3f, good to soft) 45 days ago. In the mix.
5 JET OF DREAMS (IRE) (30) 425202 5 11 2
B g Jet Away - Lady J D (IRE)
O Glassex Holdings Ltd
Br James Devereux
T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn S 1Account Ltd
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who returned to form in first-time cheekpieces when second of 12 in handicap chase at Worcester (16.5f, good) 30 days ago, left with lot to do Considered with headgear retained
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93 HARRY COBDEN
6 ATLANTIC STORM (IRE) (28) 053-022 CD 11 10 13
B g September Storm (GER) - Double Dream (IRE)
O Mr Alistair Price
T Rob Summers, Solihull
MAROON and LIGHT BLUE check, hooped sleeves.
Br John Kidd
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who comes here on the back of a very good second of 6 in handicap here (19.4f, good to soft) 28 days ago Expected to be bang there off an unchanged mark.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 90 CILLIN LEONARD (5)
7 FAMOSO (IRE) (30)
B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE)
2P-062P 7 10 2
O The Evron Experience Br Sweetmans Bloodstock
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, hooped sleeves, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 runs and pulled up in handicap chase at Worcester (16.5f, good) 30 days ago. Others appeal more. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75 RICHARD PATRICK
Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
2022: THE GARRISON (IRE) 8 10 2 James Davies 16-1 (Alexandra
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Bempton Cliffs (IRE), Atlantic Storm (IRE), 4-1 Tikkinthebox (IRE), Jet of Dreams (IRE), 14-1 Getaway Jewel (IRE), 33-1 Mix of Clover (GB), 50-1 Famoso (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
ATLANTIC STORM holds an excellent course record and another bold showing looks on the cards after his very good recent second here. Bempton Cliffs has started well in this sphere so should ensure the veteran doesn’t have things all his own way though, with Worcester runner-up Jet of Dreams also in the mix.
1-2-3:
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For the Top Conditional Jockey riding at Cheltenham, Chepstow, Hereford, Ludlow, Stratford, Warwick and Worcester during the period
3rd May 2023 – 27th April 2024
(Sponsored by the Cheltenham & Three Counties Race Club)
Scoring: a Winner 10 points, a Second 7 points, a Third 4 points, a Fourth 2 points. Latest placings (up to and including 28th August 2023)
1st Bradley Harris 82 pts
2nd Liam Harrison 72 pts
3rd Tristan Durrell 63 pts
4th Lily Pinchin 62 pts
5th Toby Wynne 50 pts
Richard Davis was a talented jump jockey tragically killed in a fall over fences in 1996. This award is named in his memory.
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four and five yrs old
Total prize fund £4500
Owners Prize Money Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 ATACAMA SKY (GB) (-) 5 11 2
B g Telescope (IRE) - Vedora
O Mrs D. Ritson
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
DARK BLUE, ROYAL BLUE cap.
Br Mr & Mrs W. A. Ritson
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding Dam unraced half-sister to useful chaser (21f-3 1/4m winner) Gunner
Welburn and fairly useful hurdler/chaser (2m-21f winner) Ace Fighter Pilot. Stable sent out an easy bumper winner here last month so a market move for this one would be interesting Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - CHRIS
2 BASKERVILLE (IRE) (-) 4 10 13
Ch g Sandmason - Starofcountydown (IRE)
O STONE FAMILY
T Alan King, Barbury Castle
LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE star and star on cap.
Br Miss Eve Collins
S Goodwin Racing Ltd
unraced sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (2m-2 1/2m winner) Doctor Linton. Newcomer from a good stable One to note in the betting Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - TOM BELLAMY
TIMEFORM VIEW £5,000 Sandmason gelding Dam
3 CAIRO KING (FR) (186)
B g Scalo - Ismailia (FR)
O Mr N. S. Farrell
0-
4 10 13
Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie Biraben & J. Champagne
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S Betvictor YELLOW, BLACK Cross of Lorraine, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled too hard when tailed off on his Fontwell bumper debut for Alan King in February but the fact he went off at only 7/4 suggests a lot better was expected.Very interesting to see how strong the betting vibes are now returning from Jamie Snowden. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/2/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - GAVIN SHEEHAN
4 HELPFUL (GB) (110)
B g Oasis Dream - Magic (IRE)
0
4 10 13
O Mrs Gill Summers Br Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen
T Rob Summers, Solihull
LIGHT BLUE, WHITE hoops and armlets
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 10 on his Warwick debut in May for Paul Webber New stable equips him with a tongue-tie STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/5/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - CHARLIE HAMMOND
5 HUTCHESON (GB) (-)
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Rahiyah (USA)
O James Owen Racing Club Br Godolphin
T James Owen, Newmarket
ROYAL BLUE, PINK sleeves, ROYAL BLUE spots, PINK cap.
4 10 13
TIMEFORM VIEW £2,000 New Approach gelding Closely related to a winner and half-brother to 7 winners on Flat, including smart 5f-7f winner Final Song Wears tongue strap Stable has had a very good summer and a market move for this one would look significant with Harry Cobden up Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - HARRY COBDEN
6 MOON ROYALE (IRE) (39)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Sense of Fun (USA)
O Mrs C. C. Diamond Br Godolphin
T John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn S Tote
6
4 10 13
DARK BLUE, WHITE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star.
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, sixth of 9 in C&D bumper (good to soft) on debut 39 days ago
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingRICHIE
7 QUECHUA (GB) (110) 5 4 10 13
Ch g Australia - Mama Quilla (USA)
O Max Young Racing Club
T Max Young, Sneads Green
Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
S Berkeley Carter Ltd
PURPLE, WHITE diamond, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE diamonds, PURPLE cap, WHITE diamond
Stable 1-14 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons. Watching brief is the percentage call.
TIMEFORM VIEW 3,000 gns Australia gelding Closely related to 1 1/2m winner
8 BETTY’S TIARA (GB) (-)
B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE)
O Mrs Bridget Henley
Br Mrs Bridget Henley
T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares
MAROON and WHITE diabolo, WHITE sleeves, MAROON stars, WHITE cap, MAROON star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara mare Half-sister to bumper winner Betty’s Belle Dam modest maiden hurdler (stayed 25f). In good hands and would enter the reckoning if the betting suggests she’s fancied.
9 APACHE PRINCESS (GB) (58) 06
B f Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Apache Glory (USA)
O Mr J. T. Stimpson Br Mr J. Stimpson
T John Stimpson, Newcastle-under-Lyme
ORANGE, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of only a little ability in her 2 outings this summer.
10 JUKEBOX ANNIE (IRE) (-)
Gr f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Ismane (FR)
O Mrs C. Hitch Br J. F. C. Maxwell
T Claire Hitch, Watchet
PINK, DARK BLUE cross belts, diabolo on sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW €2,500 Jukebox Jury filly Dam 9.5f-11f winner on Flat in France. The stable did have a bumper winner a couple of years ago so she’s worth a precautionary betting check
Number of Declared Runners 10
BETTING FORECAST: 11-4 Hutcheson (GB), 7-2 Baskerville (IRE), 5-1 Betty’s Tiara (GB), 11-2 Cairo King (FR), 9-1 Atacama Sky (GB), 25-1 Quechua (GB), Jukebox Annie (IRE), 66-1 Moon Royale (IRE), Apache Princess (GB), 100-1 Helpful (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
In a race where the betting is sure to provide more clues the tentative suggestion is HUTCHESON with the James Owen stable continuing in good form. Baskerville, Betty’s Tiara and Atacama Sky are other newcomers with something to recommend them on paper, while the fact that Cairo King was sent off favourite for his Fontwell debut in February suggests he’s thought capable of a lot better than he showed on that occasion.
1-2-3: 1.HUTCHESON 2.BASKERVILLE (IRE) 3.BETTY’S TIARA
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First Race 5.00 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse
The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 25th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Grace & Dotty for sponsoring and providing the £50 BTO 15 entries at £40. - Closed August 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
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Second Race 5.30 - THE WATCH ON RACING TV NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4832 to the winning horse
The second to receive £2223, the third £1111 and the fourth £556. for novice four yrs old and upwards, 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 29th. Penalties, after August 19th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Grundon Waste Management for sponsoring and providing the £50 BTO award. 7 entries at £42. - Closed August 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
Weights lowered 4lb
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Third Race 6.00 - THE HILLS OF LEDBURY DIAMOND WEDDING CELEBRATION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110. £42 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th. Penalties, after August 19th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Hills of Ledbury Ltd have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 10 entries at £42. - Closed August 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
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Fourth Race 6.30 - THE TOM & NICOLA ALLAN WEDDING DAY 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 29th. Penalties, after August 19th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Tom & Nicola Allan have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 10 entries at £60. - Closed August 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46)
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Fifth Race 7.00 - THE CITY SIGN & GRAPHICS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4039 to the winning horse The second to receive £1858, the third £929, the fourth £465 and the fifth £231. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, August 25th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th. Penalties, after August 19th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb City Sign & Graphics have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 11 entries at £35. - Closed August 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
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Sixth Race 7.30 - THE WATCH REPLAYS ON racingtv.com OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four 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, August 25th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th.
Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb 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 10 entries at £22. - Closed August 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
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