Today’s racing is supported by The Recycling Association and their members

MONDAY 9TH OCTOBER 2023
Official Programme and Form Guide £3
Today’s racing is supported by The Recycling Association and their members
MONDAY 9TH OCTOBER 2023
Official Programme and Form Guide £3
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.
Thank you once again for Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse for hosting the second occasion that the recycling industry has come together to sponsor every race at a meeting.
After our successful themed day in October 2022, we are looking forward to having another opportunity to publicise the vital work of the recycling industry.
Many of our Members who are here today do a great job of recycling the materials that are collected from your homes and businesses and turning them back into new products Today gives us the chance to highlight some of that great work.
I wish you a great day’s racing and the best of luck!
With best wishes,
Paul Sanderson, Chief Executive, The Recycling AssociationIn 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.
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“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.
Chris Down
Stuart Edmunds
Susan Gardner
Gary Hanmer 2.05, 4.45
Grace Harris 2.05
Milton Harris
2.05, 3.40, 4.10, 5.15
Chris Honour 3.40
Sarah Humphrey 4.45
D. J. Jeffreys
2.05, 3.10
Martin Keighley
3.10
David Killahena & Graeme McPherson
4.45, 5.15
Alan King
4.10
Emma Lavelle
4.45, 5.15
Toby Lawes
2.05, 4.45
Robbie Llewellyn
2.05
Charlie Longsdon
5.15
Donald McCain
2.40
Neil Mulholland
2.05
Seamus Mullins
2.05, 3.10
Olly Murphy
3.10
Fergal O’Brien
3.10, 3.40
Jonjo O’Neill
5.15
Henry Oliver
3.10
2.05
Adam Wedge
2.40, 3.10, 3.40
Tabitha Worsley
2.05, 4.45
Simon Pearce
2.05
David Pipe 4.10
Denis Quinn 5.15
Lydia Richards
2.05
Mel Rowley
3.40
Matt Sheppard
3.40
Oliver Signy
4.45
Dan Skelton
2.40, 4.10, 5.15
Jamie Snowden
4.10
Roger Teal
3.10
Nigel TwistonDavies
3.10, 5.15
Evan Williams
2.40, 3.10, 3.40, 4.10
A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards. Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:
D SKELTON (24 wins from 116 runners, 21%) runs KARTOON AND CO (2.40), BIZZY MOON (4.10), BAHIO BOUM (5.15).
FERGAL O’BRIEN (23 wins from 106 runners, 22%) runs GLOBAL ESTEEM (3.10), CLARAS SOLDIER (3.40).
N TWISTON-DAVIES (18 wins from 85 runners, 21%) runs SHETLAND TONY (3.10), BOY FROM BRAZIL (5.15).
M HARRIS (18 wins from 68 runners, 26%) runs GENUFLEX (2.05), BARI BREEZE (3.40), WHENITRAINSITPOURS (4.10), YALLA HABIBI (5.15).
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
N TWISTON-DAVIES (9 wins from 22 runners, 41%) runners listed above.
O MURPHY (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runs SCHMILSSON (3.10).
B BROOKHOUSE (5 wins from 8 runners, 62%) runs SUMMER NIGHT CITY (2.40).
A KING (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs HOURLESS (4.10).
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (23 wins from 131 rides, 18%) rides SHETLAND TONY (3.10), BOY FROM BRAZIL (5.15).
BRIAN HUGHES (22 wins from 99 rides, 22%) rides LECCE LADY (2.40), SHINJI (3.10).
HARRY SKELTON (21 wins from 76 rides, 28%) rides KARTOON AND CO (2.40), BIZZY MOON (4.10), BAHIO BOUM (5.15).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (15 wins from 68 rides, 22%) rides FOOTLOOSE MAN (3.10), JACK SPRAT (4.10).
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SEAN BOWEN (11 wins from 32 rides, 34%) rides SCHMILSSON (3.10).
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (10 wins from 24 rides, 42%) rides listed above.
GAVIN SHEEHAN (3 wins from 11 rides, 27%) rides listed above.
HARRY KIMBER (2 wins from 8 rides, 25%) rides MAROOCHI (2.05).
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 4.45 AVIEWTOSEA (won off 114 down 3lb to 111); MILAN BRIDGE (won off 132 down 13lb to 119).
2.05 TOP CLOUD has moved from C Grant to R L Llewellyn; 3.10 DIXIE FLYER has moved from H De Bromhead to S Curran; 3.10 GLOBAL ESTEEM has moved from J Gallagher to Fergal O’Brien; 3.10 SCHMILSSON has moved from A Balding to O Murphy; 3.10 SHETLAND TONY has moved from G Elliott to N Twiston-Davies; 4.45
MILAN BRIDGE has moved from P Nicholls to S Humphrey; 5.15 MOON CHIME has moved from F O’Brien to David Killahena & Graeme Mcphe; 5.15 YALLA HABIBI has moved from Robert Tector to M Harris.
TIME TO BITE (3.40) trained by Chris Honour, Ashburton, distance of 161 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 7th October
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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
We’ll always pay at least SP on Win bets and if the Tote dividend is greater, we’ll pay out at that price. Tote.co.uk, Tote.ie, Tote App and selected UK racecourse customers only Promotion applies to Tote Win and win part of each way bets on all UK & Irish races, staking limits apply. Full terms and conditions available at Tote.co.uk/promotions. 18+. BeGambleaware.org
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) 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) A
SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 GOOD NEWS (GB) (144) 41405-5 D 11 12 1
B g Midnight Legend - Venetian Lass
O The Good News Partnership Br Mrs Lydia Richards
T Lydia Richards, Chichester S Lydia Richards Racing
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a fine 2022 over hurdles, gaining fifth success at Kempton (24.5f) in November Form tailed off thereafter, well held fifth of 6 in handicap at Fontwell (25.7f) when last seen in May but given a chance the assessor ahead of this return to action. Star RatingHHHII
2 CAWTHORNE LAD (GB) (41) 4436-33 C 7 11 12
Ch g Coach House (IRE) - Upton Seas
O Mr Nigel Wilks
T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
LIGHT GREEN, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE cap.
Br Mr E. A. Brook
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who has slipped to a career-low mark and matched yard debut form when third at Worcester 920f) 6 weeks ago Not out of things stepping back up in trip
3 DYNAMIC KATE (IRE) (21)
Br m Yeats (IRE) - Alverstone
O BG Racing Partnership
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
F-36135 D 7 11 3
Br Andrew Barr
S Tote
WHITE, DARK BLUE seams, DARK BLUE sleeves, GREY seams, DARK BLUE cap, ORANGE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to best following a wind op when running out a cosy winner at Worcester (23f) in August and similar form in defeat both starts since, creditable fifth back at that track/trip 3 weeks ago Should give another good account for all she’s yet to defy a mark this high.
4 SIR ROCK (IRE) (3)
B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage
O Henfold Rockers
T Toby Lawes, Beare Green
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99
B12P-1R D BF 6 10 12
Br Mrs O. Hegarty
S Lawmens Limited
DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE diamonds, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, PINK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who readily surpassed previous exploits under Rules when making all over hurdles at Fontwell (21.7f) in May. Veered left start and took no part on return at that venue 3 days ago however, and that has to be a concern here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94 BEN BROMLEY
5 KARAKORAM (GB) (171) 544160- 8 10 11
B g Excelebration (IRE) - Portrait
O Grace Harris Racing
T Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Mr S. P. Hussain
S Grace Harris Racing
DARK BLUE, WHITE spots, WHITE and DARK BLUE halved sleeves, DARK BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Seemed well suited by the step up to 3m when resuming winning ways at Taunton in March. Not in same form either start thereafter during the spring but he’s a likely candidate to bounce back returning from a break Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93 JOE ANDERSON
6 ABRAAJ (FR) (27)
B g Shalaa (IRE) - Wonderous Light (IRE)
O Conde, Hanger, Jones, Noone & Noone
T Simon Pearce, Newmarket
LIGHT BLUE, WHITE sleeves, RED cap.
40-245 5 10 11
Br Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov
S Ownland Homes Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat in France and arrives here having not been disgraced over hurdles of late, just lacking the speed to get involved off a steady gallop when fifth of 7 in handicap at Worcester (20f) 4 weeks ago Mark has eased a little and cheekpieces go back on now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93
7 GENUFLEX (GB) (12)
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Gravitation
263/200- 5 10 9
O Avon Racing Limited Br Gillian, Lady Howard de Walden
T Milton Harris, Warminster S Bresbet
ORANGE, DARK BLUE epaulets, DARK BLUE and ORANGE halved sleeves, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler at his best but well below best over hurdles during second half of last year. Fairly low-key return in 2 spins on Flat in recent weeks but that will have done his fitness no harm. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91 BRADLEY HARRIS (3)
8 MALINA OCARINA (GB) (49) 41463P 8 10 8
B m Malinas (GER) - Ocarina Davis (FR)
O M.H. Racing Malina Br Katherine Mead & Derek Mead
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
WHITE, PURPLE diamond, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a gamble in good style at Southwell (20.4f) in May but mixed bag has followed, pulled up in mares’ handicap at Bangor (19.5f) 7 weeks ago Has slipped back down to last winning mark if the break has perked her up Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
9 MAROOCHI (GB) (48)
B m Presenting - Makadamia
FF-54P3 D 6 10 6
O Whitcombe Racing Club Br Upton Viva Stud
T Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
PURPLE, ORANGE stars, striped sleeves and stars on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Deservedly shed maiden tag when dead heating at Newton Abbot (21.5f) last summer and comfortably best effort since when good third of 11 in handicap at Worcester (23f) in August and she’s not out of things with a repeat. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
10 BARROWMOUNT (IRE) (148) 0P0F3-4 CD 7 10 5
B g Mountain High (IRE) - Nans Mare (IRE)
O Mr G. R. Barnett
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br Miss Valerie Crean
S We Do Vans
RED, GREY cross belts, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D maiden winner who has fallen a long way in the weights in handicaps, not disgraced when fourth at Plumpton (25f) in May. Absent subsequently and the betting may prove a useful guide here.
BHA Rating 87 DANIEL SANSOM
11 TOP CLOUD (GB) (256) 13/666P- 6 10 2
Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Too Generous
O On The Gallops - Top Cloud
T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Br Wood Farm Stud
WHITE, EMERALD GREEN stripe, hooped sleeves and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in a point bumper and whilst he didn’t offer a great deal in handful of hurdle starts for Chris Grant last winter, he remains sufficiently lightly raced to suggest he may yet do better Had wind op ahead of return/yard debut and the market should guide Tongue tied Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 80 LIAM HARRISON
Number of Declared Runners 11 (Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 7.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11.
2022: BALLINTUBBER BOY (IRE) 5 11 13 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 7 ran
PLAY SMARTER
BETTING FORECAST:
4-1 Sir Rock (IRE), 13-2 Cawthorne Lad (GB), 7-1 Dynamic Kate (IRE), 8-1 Maroochi (GB), 11-1 Top Cloud (GB), 12-1 Good News (GB), Malina Ocarina (GB), 14-1 Karakoram (GB), Abraaj (FR), Barrowmount (IRE), 18-1 Genuflex (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
A leap of faith is required in supporting TOP CLOUD yet he remains sufficiently unexposed to think he can improve in handicaps and, making his debut for a yard amongst the winners, he could just be worth chancing without the benefit of market clues. Cawthorne Lad and Dynamic Kate are others to consider, whilst Sir Rock has the ability to play a part, provided he consents to set off this time.
1-2-3:
1.TOP CLOUD 2.CAWTHORNE LAD 3.DYNAMIC KATE (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for three yrs old
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 BILLYTHEREALBIGRED (GB) (-)
B g Proconsul - Laurens Ruby (IRE)
O Mr Peter Conway Br Mr Peter Conway
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan
WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops and armlets
11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW From the family of useful chaser (stays 3 1/4m) Storm Control. Starts out with yard among the winners Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingADAM
2 KARTOON AND CO (FR) (-)
B g Balko (FR) - Baronne Picsou (FR)
11 0
O Mr P. H. Betts Br Camille Ferchaud & Rene Dugardin
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE braces, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars and stars on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to French chaser Hurry Up (2 1/4m-21f winner, by Nom de D’La), out of a half-sister to fairly useful hurdle winner/useful chaser (winner around 2m) Made In Montot Tongue tied on debut and a likely type on paper Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
3 SUMMER NIGHT CITY (GB) (-)
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Reset City
O Mr R. S. Brookhouse
T B F Brookhouse, Newmarket
Br Mr R. S. Brookhouse
S Tote
LIGHT BLUE, PINK chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, PINK star
11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to 4 winners, including fair hurdler Lady Reset and bumper winner Luckinthecity. Wears hood Yard in top form (had 2 first-time-out hurdles winners in the last fortnight). Lots to like Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - JACK QUINLAN
4 LECCE LADY (GB) (-)
B f Golden Horn - Carlanda (FR)
O Mrs Sarah Leslie
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd
S Proactive Personnel Limited
YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, PINK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to bumper winner Audacity (by Pivotal). Dam 11.5f/1
stayed 1 3/4m. Hooded for debut and she’s an interesting newcomer
10 7
Number of Declared Runners 4 (Exacta)
Hood worn first time by No. 3, 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2.
2022: MEDYAF 3 11 2 Harry Skelton 7-1 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran
BETTING FORECAST:
2-1 Kartoon And Co (FR), 11-4 Lecce Lady (GB), 3-1 Summer Night City (GB), 9-2 Billytherealbigred (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
Four likeable 3-y-os for hurdling on paper and the betting may help sort them out, with SUMMER NIGHT CITY chanced for a red-hot yard that sent out a winning juvenile hurdler at Plumpton recently 1-2-3:
1.SUMMER NIGHT CITY 2.KARTOON AND CO (FR) 3.LECCE LADY
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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.
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8500
Owners Prize Money Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)
SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 CAPTAIN ATTRIDGE (IRE) (148) 60-3 5
B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - High Queen (IRE)
O Sue Howell
Br W. L. O’Toole
T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley S Tote
WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m) who looks a work-in-progress over hurdles, third of 10 in novice hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, good) in May. Should progress further on his return.
2 DIXIE FLYER (IRE) (53)
B g Westerner - Prairie Moonlight (GER)
O Mr W. Byrne
T Sean Curran, Swindon
0/360-50
Br Messrs Martin Baker & Brian Baker
WHITE, YELLOW sash, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, WHITE cap, YELLOW star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-Irish hurdler Came in a below-par eighth of 11 in handicap at Tramore (16f, good) on his final run for Henry De Bromhead.but holds leading form claims if back on song for his new yard here. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112
3 GLOBAL ESTEEM (IRE) (31)
B g Kodiac - Baltic Belle (IRE)
O Caveat Emptor Partnership
Br Tally-Ho Stud
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S Bresbet
PINK, DARK BLUE stars, PINK cap.
6 11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 1m handicapper on Flat for John Gallagher, ninth in 1m Ascot handicap last month. Much respected on his hurdles/yard debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingLIAM HARRISON
4 KENZAI WARRIOR (USA) (48)
B or Br g Karakontie (JPN) - Lemon Sakhee (CAN)
425-20
O Rae and Carol Borras Br John D. Gunther
T Roger Teal, Lambourn S Chartplan(2004) Ltd
YELLOW, RED star, BLACK and YELLOW halved sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED star
6 11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner on Flat. Good second in 2m Worcester novice in June but only ninth in handicap there 48 days ago. Needs to bounce back
5 BLACKACRE (GB) (7) 3-50
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tullow Tonic (IRE)
O R J Gambarini Racing Br Tom Weston
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan S Office Visions (Wales) Ltd
PINK, PURPLE epaulets, striped sleeves, PURPLE and PINK hooped cap.
4 10 13
TIMEFORM VIEW Back in trip when only ninth of 11 in novice hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, soft) 7 days ago. Sort to do better once qualified for handicaps Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingADAM WEDGE
6 FOOTLOOSE MAN (GB) (20) 23445 4 10 13
B g Telescope (IRE) - Alikat (IRE)
O Mr Richard Hobson Br Mickley Stud
T Richard Hobson, Little Rissington
S R H Bloodstock
ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who wasn’t disgraced when fifth of 11 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) 20 days ago Tongue strap on for 1st time with more needed if he’s to get off the mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - GAVIN SHEEHAN
7 JORMUNGANDR (GB) (46) 50 4 10 13
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Dark Quest
O Mr Mark E. Smith Br Kirtlington Park & Newsells Park Stud
T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
WHITE, RED cross belts and sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel gelding who showed a bit when fifth on Southwell bumper debut but he beat only one on his hurdles debut at Fontwell last time. Lots more is required.
8 MOUNTAIN BAY (IRE) (182) 00- 4 10 13
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - My Mountain (IRE)
O New Venture Syndicate Br Mr Oliver Broderick
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury S We Do Vans
BLACK and YELLOW diamonds, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, BLACK armlets, YELLOW cap, BLACK diamond.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in bumpers at Fontwell and Plumpton this winter. Off 6 months ahead of his hurdles debut with lots to prove Star Rating
9 SCHMILSSON (GB) (389) 4 10 13
B g Muhaarar - Zee Zee Top
O Both Sides Of The Sea Syndicate Br Meon Valley Stud
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
EMERALD GREEN and RED (quartered), hooped sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 10f winner on Flat in 2022. Gelded and bought from Andrew Balding 40,000 gns so he’s an interesting hurdling debutant despite his long absence for a yard among the winners
10 SHETLAND TONY (GB) (345) U4356- 4 10 13
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - St Aye (USA)
O TS Equine Br Harriet Loder
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham S Tmt Construction Ltd, Courtiers Investment Services Limited
PURPLE, RED disc, striped sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler for Gordon Elliott Returns from 11 months off now but new yard is going well so he can’t be discounted.
11 SHINJI (IRE) (177) 130- D 4 10 13
B g Kingston Hill - Albemarle
O Mrs Louise Jones Br Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S Fbc Manby Bowdler
BEIGE, GREY sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a class apart in Fakenham bumper for Roger Varian (subsequently sold £60,000) in November Good third in listed bumper at Newbury after but well held in a hood in Aintree Grade 2 bumper in April. Very much one to consider now going hurdling Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - BRIAN HUGHES
Number of Declared Runners 11 (Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 6, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 9.
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2022: MASTER DANCER (FR) 5 11 0 Harry Bannister 6-1 (Richard Bandey) 12 ran
BETTING FORECAST: 4-1 Dixie Flyer (IRE), 9-2 Schmilsson (GB), 5-1 Shinji (IRE), 7-1 Shetland Tony (GB), 9-1 Global Esteem (IRE), Kenzai Warrior (USA), 12-1 Captain Attridge (IRE), 33-1 Footloose Man (GB), 50-1 Blackacre (GB), Mountain Bay (IRE), 66-1 Jormungandr (GB)
The market should reveal plenty here but Olly Murphy has his string in excellent nick so his SCHMILSSON, a fairly useful Flat winner for Andrew Balding, is taken to defy a long absence and go in at the first time of asking in this sphere. Shinji brings fairly useful bumper form to the table and is greatly respected on his hurdles bow, while the ex-Irish pair Dixie Flyer and Shetland Tony have the form to play a part too if at their best on their respective debuts for new handlers.
1-2-3:
1.SCHMILSSON 2.SHINJI (IRE) 3.DIXIE FLYER (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545;Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (PenaltyValue £4039.96)
Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 CLARAS SOLDIER (IRE) (169) 0000B0- 5 12 0
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Clara Bel La (IRE)
O Mr Lui Carenza
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Ms Cora Cronin
S Bresbet
WHITE, RED sleeves, WHITE diamonds, WHITE cap, BLACK diamonds
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in bumpers/over hurdles when completing last term May do better chasing at a low level this season and returns in a thin contest. One to note.
2 BARI BREEZE (IRE) (27) 4/0P-24P 8 11 13
B g Shirocco (GER) - Byerley Sophie (IRE)
O Avon Racing Limited
T Milton Harris, Warminster
Br Byerley Stud Ltd
S Bresbet
ORANGE, DARK BLUE epaulets, DARK BLUE and ORANGE halved sleeves, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE diamond.
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner with a mixed record over hurdles and has shown very little over fences (never going/jumping well pretty early on at Worcester 4 weeks ago). Cheekpieces tried Yard hitting their straps again.
NOTE: Following its run on 12/9/2023 it was reported that the horse reared and jumped left thereafter.
3 TIME TO BITE (IRE) (359)
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Time To Act
6P3323- 8 11 11
O The Chris Honour Racing Club Br Barry Murphy
T Chris Honour, Ashburton S Cotswold Stone Supplies
RED, WHITE star, WHITE and RED halved sleeves, RED cap, WHITE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW 0-22 in all codes over jumps, though running well (including over C&D) when last seen. Worth chancing in a thin race first time back after a year off
4 FAMOSO (IRE) (14) 062P15 C 7 11 6
B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE)
O The Evron Experience Br Sweetmans Bloodstock
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, hooped sleeves, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally opened his account (at the 17th time of asking under Rules) in 17f handicap chase here in August (rallied well). Not so good at Warwick since but this is easier and he could go well if staying. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80
5 MARTALMIX’JAC (FR) (27)
Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Andria (FR)
O High and Low
T Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
F6-5305
6 10 12
Br Mrs L. & Mr J. Grandchamp Des Raux
ROYAL BLUE, RED Cross of Lorraine, RED and ROYAL BLUE quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Patchy record without victory over jumps Tongue tie now added to cheekpieces and he’s down another 5lb in the weights (second in the novice handicap hurdle on this card last year off 91).
6 TESTFLIGHT (GB) (48)
B g Kayf Tara - Molly Flight (FR)
O Mrs B. Russell & Mr D. V. Gardner
T Susan Gardner, Longdown
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
30-5440
Br Overbury Stallions Ltd
S Woodhayes Stud
DARK BLUE and YELLOW (halved), sleeves reversed, MAROON cap.
6 10 12
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler, well backed and went as if still in good form but failed to get home at Newton Abbot (26.5f) 7 weeks ago Drops markedly in trip for chase debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
7 IDEALLKO (FR) (156)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Umiska de Beaumont (FR)
0P04-0 5 10 9
O Mr R. E. R. Williams Br Mr Rafael Gourmaux & Mrs Karine Perreau
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan
BLACK, WHITE hoop, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler who hasn’t been disgraced in handicaps in that sphere the last twice. Makes chase debut down in trip on return and not dismissed.
Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
2022: JACK THUNDER (IRE) 8 10 11 Harry Bannister 7-2 (Alex Hales) 7 ran
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Time To Bite (IRE), 4-1 Famoso (IRE), 11-2 Bari Breeze (IRE), 7-1 Martalmix’jac (FR), 15-2 Ideallko (FR), 9-1 Claras Soldier (IRE), 12-1 Testflight (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
A low-grade event that can see TIME TO BITE make a successful return. He was second in this last year and has shown more than enough to take a race like this with a decent round of jumping. Famoso is a winner already over these fences and could figure back here if he stays. An improved showing from Bari Breeze fitted with cheekpieces for his in-form yard wouldn’t be a total surprise.
1-2-3:
1.TIME TO BITE (IRE)
2.FAMOSO (IRE)
3.BARI BREEZE (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for novice three 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)
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1 MYRISTICA (IRE) (14)
Br m Harzand (IRE) - Black Mascara (IRE)
O Prof Caroline Tisdall
T David Pipe, Wellington
211142 BF 5 12 2
Br C. Weld, R. Kavanagh & D. Hannigan
S W & S Recycling
DARK GREEN, RED cross belts, DARK GREEN and BEIGE striped sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, RED star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer who has taken very well to hurdles this summer, completing a maiden/novice hat-trick. Has shaped well in defeat in handicap company on her last 2 outings and should give another good account. Star Rating
2 LIPA K (IRE) (127)
B g Mamool (IRE) - Triennial (IRE)
O P L Conway & T B P Cottrell Racing
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan
WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops and armlets.
HHHHI Official BHA Rating 112 JACK
3601-15 BF 5 11 10
Br Mr Liam McKeogh
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled up at Warwick and Ludlow in the spring (both 2m) but his run of good form came to a halt when last of 5 at Fakenham at the beginning of June Given a break since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106 CONOR RING (3)
3 GMS PRINCE (GB) (548)
B g Kayf Tara - Zartwyda (IRE)
0/43204/- 8 11 3
O Graham Brothers Racing Partnership Br Graham Brothers Racing Partnership
T Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon S GRAHAMS ESTATES LIMITED
RED, ROYAL BLUE seams on sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over hurdles in autumn 2021 but absent since finishing a well-held fourth of 5 at Bangor in spring 2022. Watching brief has to be the percentage call Has had wind surgery. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/4/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped right handed Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99 ROBERT
4 JACK SPRAT (IRE) (176)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Hell Cat Maggie (IRE)
4/46032- 5 11 1
O Mr E. J. M. Spurrier Br Mr K. D. Cotter
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
YELLOW, GREY sleeves, YELLOW stars, BLACK cap.
S Betvictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler and showed some promise when placed in a pair of 2m maiden hurdles in the spring Appeals as a potential improver now handicapping on his return to action.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 97
5 BIZZY MOON (GB) (148) 01-3 5 11 0
B m Telescope (IRE) - September Moon
O Mrs Elaine Pugh
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Dean K. Pugh
S TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes
RED, BLACK epaulets, WHITE sleeves, RED armlets, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to connections useful hurdler Molly Ollys Wishes Well held in sole bumper but made a successful start to her hurdle career at Market Rasen in April. Well-held third of 4 under a penalty 5 weeks later but retains potential for top yard now handicapping after 5 months off Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96 HARRY SKELTON
6 HOURLESS (GB) (31) 12 3 10 6
B g Time Test - Poly Pomona
O Apple Tree Stud
T Alan King, Barbury Castle
WHITE, EMERALD GREEN star, striped sleeves.
Br Mr W. A. Tinkler
S Apple Tree Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat winner who made a successful start over hurdles at Hexham in June Good second under a penalty at Newton Abbot in July and has run with credit in defeat on the Flat since. Very interesting now handicapping for the first time in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 107 TOM CANNON
7 WHENITRAINSITPOURS (IRE) (115) 430-445 5 10 2
Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Zaharath Al Bustan
O The Rebels
T Milton Harris, Warminster
Br Mrs O. O’Leary Lucey
S Bresbet
EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE seams, WHITE sleeves, ORANGE armlets, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for a first success and well held in handicaps of late Mark has come down as a result but he needs a 115-day break to help spark a revival.
Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. T
BETTING FORECAST:
15-8 Hourless (GB), 11-4 Myristica (IRE), 13-2 Jack Sprat (IRE), 9-1 Lipa K (IRE), 10-1 Bizzy Moon (GB), 14-1 Whenitrainsitpours (IRE), 33-1 Gms Prince (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
HOURLESS looks feasibly treated now making a quick switch to handicaps in this sphere and can strike for Alan King. Myristica has enjoyed a cracking spell since switching to hurdles and is second choice. Jack Sprat and Bizzy Moon are other potential improvers now moving into handicap company for good stables.
1-2-3:
1.HOURLESS 2.MYRISTICA (IRE) 3.JACK SPRAT (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9150
Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 SUBLIME HEIGHTS (IRE) (202) 1P2112- 7 12 0
B g Arcadio (GER) - Corrag Lass (IRE)
O Andrew & Sarah Wates
T Toby Lawes, Beare Green
NAVY BLUE, GREEN sash, CERISE cap.
Br J. W. George
S Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 Plumpton handicap chases in cheekpieces/visor at up to to 25.7f last term, the latest off 7lb lower in February. Made hard work of things when second in a 4-runner race there the following month, though, and blinkers now given another try. Well held both previous starts here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 120 TOM
2 MILAN BRIDGE (IRE) (171)
B g Milan - Ice Princess (IRE)
O Liz Reid and Partners
T Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting
RED, YELLOW braces, sleeves and cap.
214B40- 7 11 13
Br Mr Padraig Ryan
S Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked promising over hurdles during 2021/22 campaign but was disappointing switched to this sphere last season. Well held back hurdling at Ayr when last seen in April (since undergone a wind op) and hard to know what to expect of him on this return to the larger obstacles for new connections Star Rating
3 ALLO ALLO (GB) (170)
B g Milan - Ravello Bay
O Fakenham Race Club
T Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
HHIII Official BHA Rating 119 NICK
1412U1- D 7 11 10
Br R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg
S Fakenham Racecourse Ltd, Science Supplements
DARK GREEN, BEIGE sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets, BEIGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 of his 3 starts over hurdles (both at Fakenham) last term prior to switching to fences Successful on second of his two completed starts in this sphere, landing a 9-runner Bangor handicap (20.3f, good to firm) when last seen in April, and it’s likely that he has more to offer as a chaser Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 116
4 MINELLA BUSTER (IRE) (153) 4/132P-6 7 11 9
Br g Beat Hollow - Itsallaracket (IRE)
O The Pick‘N’Mix Partnership
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br M. Phelan
S Hatherden Horse Transport
PURPLE and YELLOW (quartered), YELLOW and PURPLE chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who improved when sent chasing last season, scoring on his return at Kempton (3m, good) prior to making the frame in handicaps at Exeter and Taunton. However, he resumes here with something to prove having performed poorly on his last 2 starts. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115 TOM BELLAMY
5 STEEL WAVE (IRE) (30)
Br g Craigsteel - Musical Waves (IRE)
O Mr Stephen Walker
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
331201 CD 13 11 8
Br Mrs C. Ross
BLACK and EMERALD GREEN (quartered), EMERALD GREEN and BLACK halved sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Has never been one for maximum faith but has hit the target at this course 3 times this year, the latest gained over C&D last month. However, 4lb rise could leave this veteran vulnerable in what looks a stronger race, for all that he clearly likes it round here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114 TABITHA
6 AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) (41)
B g Where Or When (IRE) - Final Run (IRE)
O The Reserved Judgment Partnership
1-32455 D 8 11 5
Br William Martin
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
RED and WHITE stripes, DARK BLUE and WHITE striped sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Three chase wins for Fergal O’Brien in 2022 and performed well, despite some sloppy jumping, when second in a 4-runner affair at Worcester (23f, good) in June Little impact both starts over hurdles for present yard and now tried in more severe headgear on first run following a wind op Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111
7 JIGGINSTOWN KING (IRE) (134) P242-11 6 11 0
B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Miss Baden (IRE)
O Barratt, Signy & Spiers
T Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Br Mr J. McDonald
S Oliver Signy Racing Llp
WHITE, DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Quiet start over fences last season but improved when going close at Fontwell in April before winning twice the following month, latterly back at Fontwell (21.6f, good to firm). 4lb rise fair enough and will be a threat if ready to roll Has undergone a wind op Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106 BEN JONES
Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)
Visor worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6, 7.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 6, 7.
2022: SHETLAND BUS (GER) 9 10 12 Luke Scott 10-3 (Dr Richard Newland) 5 ran
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BETTING FORECAST:
2-1 Allo Allo (GB), 10-3 Jigginstown King (IRE), 13-2
Steel Wave (IRE), 7-1 Sublime Heights (IRE), 10-1 Aviewtosea (IRE), 12-1 Minella Buster (IRE), 16-1 Milan Bridge (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
Easily the most appealing of these is ALLO ALLO, who possesses the potential to develop into a useful chaser judged on what he showed in 3 starts in this sphere last term. The 7-y-o did the job well when opening his account over fences at Bangor in April, for which a 6lb rise is fair The hat-trick seeking Jigginstown King is likely to emerge as the main threat given that Sublime Heights, though talented, now looks a shade too high in the weights and hasn’t won away from Plumpton under Rules.
1-2-3:
1.ALLO ALLO
2.JIGGINSTOWN KING (IRE)
3.SUBLIME HEIGHTS (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four and five yrs old
Total prize fund £7000
Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365.
(Penalty Value £3812.20)
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1 MOON CHIME (GB) (154)
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Bella (FR)
O DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson Br Peel Bloodstock
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold S The Good Racing Company Ltd
DARK BLUE, PINK Cross of Lorraine, PINK and DARK BLUE diabolo on sleeves, PINK cap, DARK BLUE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Trained by Fergal O’Brien when overcoming inexperience to make a winning start to his career at Worcester in May. Should have more to offer and much respected despite his penalty.
2 CLOUGHROE (IRE) (21)
B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Capparoe Cross (IRE)
4 5 11 2
O Mr Denis Quinn Br Mr N. Davis
T Denis Quinn, Exning
YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE chevron and armlets, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Sans Frontieres gelding who showed ability amidst inexperience when fourth of 8 at Worcester (good to soft) on debut 3 weeks ago May do better
3 HECTOR’S HOPE (GB) (287) 00-
B g Bollin Eric - Friends Hope
O Mrs S. M. Trump
T Chris Down, Cullompton
BLACK, WHITE chevron and armlets, hooped cap.
Br Mrs Brenda Bowditch
S Woodwarm Stoves
5 11 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in bumpers at Chepstow and Wincanton at the end of 2022.
4 BAHIO BOUM (FR) (21)
Gr g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Bahia Do Brasil (FR)
O Belbroughton Racing Club
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
3
11 1
Br Alexandra Monnier & Olivier Monnier
S TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE star, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, shaped with encouragement when third of 8 on his Worcester debut 3 weeks ago Big player here with improvement on the cards
5 BOY FROM BRAZIL (GB) (-) 4 11 1
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Muck
O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Br N. A. Twiston-Davies
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
BLACK, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW cap.
S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding Dam (h96) bumper winner Interesting newcomer for yard no stranger to bumper success (2-8 so far this season). Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingSAM TWISTON-DAVIES
6 JOHNNIE RIVER (GB) (-) 4 11 1
B g Telescope (IRE) - River du Nord (FR)
O Miss Jane Edgar
T Susan Gardner, Longdown
Br Jane Edgar
WHITE, BLACK triple diamond, RED sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding Dam 1 1/2m-1 3/4m winner who stayed 16.5f His stable is 1-48 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA RatingLUCY GARDNER
7 POTTERSJETAMAY (IRE) (182) 6- 4 11 1
B g Jet Away - Palmito (IRE)
O Mrs J. May
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
ORANGE, DARK BLUE cross belts and star on cap.
Br Ms Cecily Purcell
S Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, badly in need of experience when sixth of 10 on his Huntingdon debut (soft) in April. Fitted with a tongue strap on his return. May do better.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - JACK QUINLAN
8 WILFUL (IRE) (-) 4 11 1
Br g Westerner - Shuil Milan (IRE)
O Mrs Fitri Hay
T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Michael Murphy
S JMH Group
PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW €105,000 Westerner gelding Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Bold Enough. Likely type on paper Market informative. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingJONJO O’NEILL JR
9 YALLA HABIBI (IRE) (183) 3- 4 11 1
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - True Value (IRE)
O Mr David Keith Tye
T Milton Harris, Warminster
Br M. F. Finneran
S Bresbet
YELLOW, PURPLE star, PURPLE and YELLOW hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE star
TIMEFORM VIEW This son of Soldier of Fortune was picked up for £42,000 after finishing third in an Irish point in April. Stable has a good bumper record. Respected, particularly if the betting vibes are strong
10 JIGGAWAY (GB) (-)
B f Telescope (IRE) - Jiggalong
O Penn Wood Racing
Br Stuart Michael Shefras
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough S Hatherden Horse Transport ORANGE,
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Moon Chime (GB), 5-1 Bahio Boum (FR), 11-2 Wilful (IRE), 7-1 Boy From Brazil (GB), 8-1 Yalla Habibi (IRE), 12-1 Cloughroe (IRE), 16-1 Pottersjetamay (IRE), Jiggaway (GB), 50-1 Johnnie River (GB), 100-1 Hector’s Hope (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
An interesting bumper to conclude. MOON CHIME ran to quite a useful level when successful on his debut in the spring and might be up to defying a penalty with improvement on the cards. Bahio Boum is respected on the back of a promising first run, while Boy From Brazil, Wilful and Yalla Habibi are bumper newcomers from stables with good records in these events.
1-2-3: 1.MOON CHIME 2.BAHIO BOUM (FR) 3.BOY FROM BRAZIL FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free W
Winfibre 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.
First Race 2.05 - THE RECYCLING ASSOCIATION CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £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. October 7th. Penalties, after September 30th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 6th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb The Recycling Association will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 24 entries at £42. - Closed October 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11) A
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Second Race 2.40 - THE PEUTE JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for three yrs old only, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2023, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 3rd and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 7th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. Peute will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £2000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during following seasons Wins outside these races will count as normal Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status, for the purpose of penalties in future hurdle races and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper 5 entries at £45. - Closed October 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.10 - THE NEWPORT RECYCLING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 3rd and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4629 to the winning horse
October 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Newport Recycling has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 21 entries at £42. - Closed October 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)
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Fourth Race 3.40 - THE RE-GEN WASTE NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 3rd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 7th. Penalties, after September 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Re-Gen Waste have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 13 entries at £35. - Closed October 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.10 - THE CWM INSPECTION COMPANY NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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, the fourth £556 and the fifth £277. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £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. October 7th. Penalties, after September 30th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb CWM Inspection Company have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 22 entries at £42. - Closed October 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
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Sixth Race 4.45 - THE CS RECYCLING 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 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122see Standard Conditions). £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. October 7th. Penalties, after September 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb CS Recycling 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 £42. - Closed October 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.15 - THE WINFIBRE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. 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, October 3rd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 7th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 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 Winfibre has kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £35. - Closed October 3rd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
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ROBERT SUPPLE
JUDGE
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