Stratford-on-Avon Racecard - Thursday 2nd November

Afternoon Racing Thursday, 2nd November 2023 Official Programme & Form Guide £3

FOOD & DRINK There 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 RESTAUR ANT

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

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

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

THE PADDOCK PAVILION

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

ADDITIONAL FOOD OUTLETS

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

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

WELCOME Welcome to our final meeting of the year. As always, we are very grateful to all our sponsors, who, (together with the Levy Board) have enabled Stratford to provide nearly £921,000 in prize money over the year.

Next year sees us race for 16 days with the first fixture on Monday 11th March and the last on Thursday 31st October. A full list of all our fixtures can be found on the back cover.

Next year’s annual badge package is now on sale and offers excellent value and includes all our fixtures, all of Leicester’s jump fixtures and over 50 reciprocals at other courses around the country. We also have a £10 saving which is available for memberships purchased online. Please visit www.stratfordracecourse.net Whilst we may not be racing over the winter plenty of other tracks are. To celebrate the start of the jump season, Racing TV have launched a NOVEMBER FREE TRIAL. The offer runs from 25th October to 19th November. Log on to www.racinguk.com/freetrial for full details.

All of us here at Stratford Racecourse are committed to providing our patrons with the best possible day out. We are immensely grateful for any feed back that you give us, good or bad. Please feel free to contact us via phone or email. We can be reached either on the day, by contacting the office, or later by telephone, 01789 267949, or by email: info@stratfordracecourse.net Enjoy your day at Stratford Races.

With best wishes

Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Secretary

Director

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Company

CONTENTS Guide to the Racecourse .............................................................................................. 4-5 Map of the Racecourse ................................................................................................. 6-7 Reading the Racecard........................................................................................................8 Track Facts .........................................................................................................................9 Officials ............................................................................................................................43 12.00pm The Hollies B&B Mares' Maiden Hurdle Race............................................ 14-16 12.35pm The Claire Dyson Equine Water Treadmill Selling Hurdle Race ......... 18-19 1.10pm The Charlie Longsdon Racing Handicap Chase...........................................22-23 1.45pm The EBF and Traffic Lights Jamie 'National Hunt' Novices' Hurdle Race........26-27 2.20pm The EBF and Traffic Lights Jamie 'National Hunt' Novices' Hurdle Race........28-29 2.55pm The Jim and Rita Feeney Handicap Hurdle Race........................................32-34 3.30pm The J.H. Rowe Memorial Handicap Chase...................................................36-8 4.05pm The Charlotte Cole and Becky Rowland Memorial Fillies' "Junior" National Hunt Flat Race.....40-41

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

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

The Management does not accept liability for loss or damage to visitors’ effects, vehicles or other property whilst on these premises.

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.

RADIOS AND MOBILE TELEPHONES The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes. Further details are available from the racecourse office.

HORSE WELFARE “Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider”. Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented. Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance. During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.

It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION In the event of an emergency all persons on the racecourse will be alerted by the following message over the public address system.

This is an emergency announcement. Due to circumstances beyond our control, racing has been temporarily suspended. Would all patrons please evacuate ALL buildings and make your way across the racetrack to the Red post marker in the Centre of the Course. Police and Racecourse Officials will assist and direct you. Please do not go to any Car Park until you are cleared to do so, because you may hamper the movement of emergency vehicles. The message will then be repeated.

BROKEN GLASSES AND BOTTLES Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using flash photography whilst on course.

NOTICES Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration.

All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property.

LITTER BINS Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures.

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement.

CHECK YOUR TICKETS Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”.

Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket.

All tickets will remain valid for three months.

COURSE KEY

BARS

RESTAURANT / DINING

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CHAMPAGNE BAR

06

STABLES CAFÉ

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CHRIS ROOKES BAR

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HONESTY CAFÉ

03

PRAVHA BAR

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GRANDSTAND BAR

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STOWFORD PRESS BAR

09

MOBILE CATERING UNITS ON SELECTED RACE DAYS

08

COVERED SEATING AREA WITH MOBILE CATERING UNITS

10

GALLERY RESTAURANT

11

THE PADDOCK PAVILION

12

BENCHES

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Stables

Car Park 24

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03

Stables Café

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06

02

Catering Units

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25

Paddock Finishing Post

Water Jump

Evacuation Point

Catering Units

Hospitality Boxes

07

09

20

Course Enclosure

21

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BOXES 13

AVON SUITE

14

CHASE BOX

RACECOURSE FACILITIES MAIN ENTRANCE

23

BOOKMAKERS

19

TOILETS

24

RACECOURSE OFFICE

20

DISABLED VIEWING AREAS

25

WEIGHING ROOM

21

EVACUATION POINT

26

OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM

22

FIRST AID

18

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KESTREL BOX COUNTY BOX SWIFT AND SWALLOW BOXES

10

GALLERY RESTAURANT

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.

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Main Enclosure

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.

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THE PADDOCK PAVILION

Providing stunning views as the horses approach the last fence and thunder towards the winning post.

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Benches 08

Last Fence

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COVERED SEATING AREA WITH MOBILE CATERING UNITS

www.amadeusfood.co.uk

READING THE RACECARD 1

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2 OPERA DE COEUR (FR) (17) 11

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B g East of Heaven (IRE) - Eden de Coeur (FR) O The Hon Mrs A. E. Heber-Percy Br N. Burlot, Olivier Burlot & Michel le Bris T H. D. Daly, Ludlow

S Hodnet Hall Gardens

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE triple diamond and armlets, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and heavy ground.

A winner at 2-1 in a hurdle race at Warwick over 2m (heavy) last month, beating Slew Charm by 3.

Star Rating Official BHA Rating 12

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Colours Graphic Saddlecloth Number 3 Colour and Sex of Horse 4 Horse’s Pedigree 5 Horse’s Name 2

G. SHEEHAN

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11 Jockey

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12 Recent Form

Birthplace of Horse Days since Last Run 8 Previous Performance 9 Age 10 Weight

13 Timeform Star Ratings 14 Official BHA Rating

TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting.

JOCKEYS

Harry Atkins 2.55

Thomasina Eyston

James Best

12.35

James Bowen

2.55

Connor Brace

2.55

Tom Cannon

4.05

Alex Edwards

12.00, 2.20, 2.55

Lee Edwards

1.45

1.10, 2.20, 3.30 1.10, 1.45, 3.30, 4.05 12.00, 1.45

12.00, 4.05

2.20, 3.30, 4.05

Bryony Frost Jamie Gambin Lucy Gardner Ciaran Gethings Fergus Gillard

Theo Gillard Jonathan England 2.55 3.30

12.00, 12.35

Ben Godfrey

Luca Morgan

Alice Stevens

Marc Goldstein

David Noonan

Lewis Stones

2.55

1.10

2.55

3.30, 4.05

12.35, 1.45, 2.20, 2.55, 3.30, 4.05

Daryl Jacob

Richard Patrick

1.10, 3.30

12.35, 1.45, 2.20

James Turner

Dylan Johnston

1.10, 1.45, 2.55, 4.05

Ben Jones

1.10

Harry Kimber

2.20

Richie McLernon

12.35, 1.45, 2.55, 3.30, 4.05

Harry Reed

12.35, 2.20, 2.55

Luke Scott

12.00, 3.30

Gavin Sheehan

3.30, 4.05 2.55

Beau Morgan 12.00

Harry Skelton

2.55

Sam TwistonDavies

12.00, 1.45, 2.55, 3.30, 4.05

Adam Wedge

12.00, 12.35, 1.10, 2.55, 3.30

Toby Wynne 2.20, 2.55

12.00, 1.45, 2.20

TRAINERS Billy Aprahamian

David Dennis

Nigel Hawke

Philip McBride

Kim Bailey

Alexandra Dunn 12.35

Richard Hobson

Olly Murphy

Stuart Edmunds

Anthony Honeyball

1.45 2.55

David Brace

12.00, 1.45

Mark Bradstock

12.00

David Bridgwater 2.55

Keiran Burke 2.55, 3.30

Ben Case 3.30

Belinda Clarke 3.30

Jake Coulson

12.35, 2.20

Henry Daly

1.45, 4.05

2.55, 3.30

12.00

4.05 2.55

Sam England

2.55

Susan Gardner

4.05

Chris Gordon

1.10

12.00, 12.35 4.05 2.55

Laura Horsfall

Ben Pauling

Alex Hales

1.10

Kerry Lee

Grace Harris

Robbie Llewellyn

Milton Harris

Charlie Longsdon

12.00 3.30 1.10

Tom Symonds

1.45

Alan King 4.05

1.45, 2.20

Dr Richard Newland

Martin Keighley

Tom Gretton

2.55 1.45

2.20

Jamie Snowden

James Owen

Warren Greatrex

Pam Sly

12.35, 1.45, 2.20, 2.55

Henry Oliver 2.20, 2.55, Sarah Humphrey 12.35, 3.30 12.00, 2.55, 3.30

3.30

4.05

12.00, 1.10, 2.55, 4.05 12.00, 1.10

Mel Rowley 3.30

Matt Sheppard 2.55

Dan Skelton

12.00, 1.45, 2.20

12.35, 4.05 1.10

Roger Teal 3.30

Sam Thomas 3.30

Bill Turner 4.05

Nigel TwistonDavies 4.05

Sheena West 2.55

Evan Williams 12.35, 1.10, 2.55

Max Young 2.20, 3.30

TRACK FACTS TRACK DESCRIPTION A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards.

Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.

3m4f C 2m1f110y C

open ditch Finish Water Jump

2m6f H 2m7f C

open ditch

2m110y H 3m3f H

2m4f C 2m3f H 2m5f110y C

Grandstand

TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS: D SKELTON (25 wins from 113 runners, 22%) runs COCO MADEMOISELLE (12.00), CLARAROSE and LONE SOLDIER (1.45), HOT FIZZY LIZZY and HAVOCK (2.20).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (18 wins from 83 runners, 22%) runs DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS (4.05).

M HARRIS (18 wins from 72 runners, 25%) runs EL MUCHACHO (1.10).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: N TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 24 runners, 21%) runners listed above.

DR R NEWLAND (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs MACANOGUE (1.45).

C LONGSDON (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs REALISATION (1.45).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2018-2023) WITH RIDES: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (22 wins from 127 rides, 17%) rides LA GOMERA (12.00), MACANOGUE (1.45), HARTHILL (2.55), BALLYBEEN (3.30), DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS (4.05).

HARRY SKELTON (22 wins from 75 rides, 29%) rides COCO MADEMOISELLE (12.00), CLARAROSE (1.45), HAVOCK (2.20).

GAVIN SHEEHAN (15 wins from 70 rides, 21%) rides DONNIE AZOFF (12.35), REALISATION (1.45), FOOTLOOSE MAN (2.55), HOBIE (3.30), LA MARQUISE (4.05).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (4 wins from 26 rides, 15%) rides listed above.

TOM CANNON (3 wins from 15 rides, 20%) rides OUR PINK LADY (12.00), ROCKOLA (4.05).

ADAM WEDGE (3 wins from 12 rides, 25%) rides BOBBI’S BEAUTY (12.00), UPBEAT BETTY (12.35), QUOI DE NEUF (1.10), HENRY BOX BROWN (2.55), ANOTHER DAY OUT (3.30).

WEIGHTWATCHER The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.10 MAGIC DANCER (won off 125 down 3lb to 122); 2.55 GAIA VALLIS (won off 88 down 5lb to 83); 3.30 GUGUSS COLLONGES (won off 90 down 4lb to 86); PUTDECASHONTHEDASH (won off 112 down 8lb to 104).

STABLE MOVES 12.00 GETAWAY THEATRE has moved from P Pierce to S Edmunds; 12.00 OUR PINK LADY has moved from S Crawford to James Owen; 12.00 SMUGGLERS HAVEN has moved from Francesca Poste to M Bradstock; 12.35 MINNIE BEETS has moved from G Elliott to Henry Oliver; 12.35 VORASHANN has moved from G L Moore to J Coulson; 1.45 MACANOGUE has moved from L Comer to Dr R Newland; 2.20 GLADYS EVA JANE has moved from P Bowen to J Coulson; 2.20 WHAT A JOHNNY has moved from Alan Ahern to O Murphy; 2.55 MERRY DREAMER has moved from Miss Sarah Gwilliam to R L Llewellyn.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS VORASHANN (12.35) & GLADYS EVA JANE (2.20) trained by J Coulson, Heaton, distance of 227 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 31st October.

CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS

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

Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)

Cash and Card

Racecards to purchase

Cash and Card

Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance)

Card only

Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance)

Cash & Card

G/ S Bar (downstairs)

Card only

G/S tattersalls bar (downstairs)

Cash and Card

Stowford Press Bridge bar (upstairs in Grandstand)

Cash & Card

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

Cash & Card

External Catering Concessions

Cash & Card

Centre Course Bar (when open)

Cash & Card

Paddock Pavilion Restaurant

Card only

Gallery Restaurant

Card only

Hospitality Boxes

Card only

Stables Café

Cash & Card

HOW TO BET WITH A BOOKMAKER 1.

Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager.

2.

Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number). Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.

3.

Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.

4.

Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms. Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie. for a win or a place.

5.

In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.

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Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes. e.g. £1, £5 or £10 but small e racecourse Betting Shops. backers are catered for in the

EACH WAY BETTING In conjunction with The RCA A , th he bookma akers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookm makers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

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Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win

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3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odd ds a place 1,2

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nners (inclusive e) – 1/4 odds a plac ce 1, 2 5 – 7 run

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8 or more runne ers – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3

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Handic caps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive e) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3

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Han ndicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4

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Ha andicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4

ookmakers must displa ay on their boards whetherr they are betting each way or All bo to win n only.

You must be 18 or over to place a bet You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

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THE HOLLIES B&B

Stratford Racecourse would like to take this opportunity to thank Sylvia Hancock, of The Hollies B & B, for her never ending help in supplying accommodation for connections staying overnight for racing.

We ask the impossible at times, but Sylvia always comes up trumps!

1 ST R A C E 1 2 . 0 0 P M The Hollies B&B Mares’ Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

1 ST RACE

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.

O OWNER B BREEDER T TRAINER S SPONSOR

No./Horse

FORM

Age st

1 BOBBI’S BEAUTY (IRE) (196)

U10-

5 11 2

B m Mahler - Bobbi’s Venture (IRE) O Ryan, Leman, White Br Pat Moore T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S Fbc Manby Bowdler ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW inverted triangle, armlets and diamonds on cap.

lb

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in an Irish point and best excused (lost action) her debut at Cheltenham 6 months ago. Not one to write off, particularly if the market speaks in her favour. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its action.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

2 COCO MADEMOISELLE (IRE) (210) 611-

Jockey

ADAM WEDGE

5 11 2

B or Br m Doyen (IRE) - Towermore Lass (IRE) O Mr Garry Wilson Br Mrs L. Mohammed T Dan Skelton, Alcester S The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes ORANGE, DARK BLUE stripe, ORANGE sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Off mark in Irish points and comfortably followed up in a bumper at Wetherby 7 months ago. Likely to go in again on first go over hurdles. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

3 DRUMLEE SPUD (IRE) (29)

1-22

Br m Malinas (GER) - No Ordinary Love (IRE) O Mrs G. Morgan Br Aidan Fogarty T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares BEIGE, DARK GREEN hoop and armlets, MAROON cap.

5 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in points and promising efforts both starts under Rules, second in a novice at Bangor a month ago. Open to improvement and should feature.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

4 GETAWAY THEATRE (IRE) (214)

41-

B m Getaway (GER) - Alpine Breeze (IRE) O The Holryale Partnership Br Michael O’Regan T Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard S Science Supplements WHITE, BLACK stars, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap.

5 LA GOMERA (GB) (208)

12P4-

BEAU MORGAN (5)

5 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW €3,000 3-y-o, Getaway mare. Dam (c134/h124), 2 1/2m-3m hurdle/chase winner, closely related to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Clan Tara. Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (Apr 2).

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

B m Kayf Tara - Fernello O Miss Susannah M L Parden T Alex Hales, Edgecote PINK, PURPLE hoops, PURPLE cap.

HARRY SKELTON

CIARAN GETHINGS

5 11 2

Br R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg S Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on her sole outing in points and showed plenty to work on when runner-up on her Doncaster hurdling debut (19.4f) a year ago. Yet to back that up but could get back on track fresh from 6 months off. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 8/4/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped right handed throughout.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 106 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

6 OUR PINK LADY (IRE) (297)

60533-

5 11 2

B or Br m Westerner - Littlegrace Lady (IRE) O Mr Neil Berry & Mr Alan Herbert Br Marian Slattery & John O’Connor T James Owen, Newmarket DARK BLUE, YELLOW hoop, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, DARK BLUE stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW Westerner filly who did shape better than in bumpers when third in a Catterick maiden (19.3f ) on hurdling debut. Too keen at Ayr 9 months ago and has left Stuart Crawford since.

Worth monitoring in the betting.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103

14

TOM CANNON

7 RICCIRELLA (GB) (15)

P32r00

Gr or Ro m Rajsaman (FR) - Agnese O Michael Fennessy Jnr Br Mrs H. I. S. Calzini T Sam England, Guiseley S Keighley Steel ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stars, RED and WHITE striped sleeves, RED cap.

5 11 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when reaching the frame in a pair of Southwell bumpers in June, but offered little on Flat debut at Carlisle the following month and no short-term promise so far over hurdles.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - JONATHAN ENGLAND

43122 BF

4 11 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who offered mild encouragement when runner-up in a novice at Exeter on hurdling debut 3 weeks ago. Should build on that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9 SMUGGLERS HAVEN (IRE) (208)

1-

CONNOR BRACE

4 11 1

B f Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Our Grace (IRE) O The Belle Syndicate Br George Halford T Mark Bradstock, Wantage S Equimedia Ltd DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE check, MAROON cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW €10,000 3-y-o, £32,000 4-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel filly. Dam ran once on Flat, half-sister to smart hurdler (stayed 3m) Limini. Beat only other finisher on sole outing in points (Apr 8).

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

1 ST RACE

8 NEWMILL GETAWAY (IRE) (21)

B f Getaway (GER) - Presenting Newmill (IRE) O Mr David Brace Br Derwent Dene Farm T David Brace, Bridgend BLACK, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.

BEN JONES

Number of Declared Runners 9 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

THE RESULT...

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DISTANCES ..................................

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2022: COPPERFASTEN (IRE) 5 11 2 Alan Johns 22-1 (Tim Vaughan) 8 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 5-2 Coco Mademoiselle (IRE), 11-4 Drumlee Spud (IRE), 8-1 Newmill Getaway (IRE), 9-1 La Gomera (GB), 11-1 Our Pink Lady (IRE), 12-1 Getaway Theatre (IRE), 16-1 Smugglers Haven (IRE), 22-1 Bobbi’s Beauty (IRE), 300-1 Riccirella (GB) RACE SUMMARY: Having landed a point, COCO MADEMOISELLE created a good impression when winning a bumper at Wetherby 7 months ago and she’s fancied to make a successful start to hurdling at the likely expense of Drumlee Spud, a fellow winner between the flags who has already offered plenty of encouragement under Rules. Newmill Getaway is another one to consider.

1-2-3: 1.COCO MADEMOISELLE (IRE) 2.DRUMLEE SPUD (IRE) 3.NEWMILL GETAWAY (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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2 ND R A C E 1 2 . 3 5 P M The Claire Dyson Equine Water Treadmill Selling Hurdle Race (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for four, five, six and seven yrs old

Total prize fund £5500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2221; Second £1110; Third £556; Fourth £278; Fifth £139. (Penalty Value £2904.55) SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

Age st

1 DONNIE AZOFF (IRE) (30) (£7000) 223214 C

O OWNER B BREEDER T TRAINER S SPONSOR

lb

Jockey

7 11 8

2 ND RACE

Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Bonny River (IRE) (Exit To Nowhere (USA)) O Blazing Blues and Twos Br P. J. Reynolds T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S Betvictor ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, hooped sleeves and stars on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser but he made mistakes when only fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) 30 days ago. Successful in this sphere here in September though so expected to be bang there.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 110

2 NO RECOLLECTION (GB) (14) (£7000) 40U00P

GAVIN SHEEHAN

5 11 4

Br g Dansili - Talawat (Cape Cross (IRE)) O Worcester Racing Club Br Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar T Sam England, Guiseley S Keighley Steel DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), PURPLE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler. 66/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) 14 days ago.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 JONATHAN ENGLAND Not discounted if back on his A-game.

3 IDDERGEM (FR) (464) (£7000)

42P1/32-

B g Youmzain (IRE) - Hey Laura (FR) (Lauro (GER)) O Olly Murphy Racing Club Br Mr Marc Staels T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S Motaclan RED, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets and star on DARK BLUE cap.

7 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who was placed both starts in maiden hurdles in 2022, latterly going close when upped to 20.2f at Perth. Off 15 months but will be a threat if he’s fit enough to do himself justice.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107

4 LASER FOCUS (IRE) (14) (£7000)

202-555

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Decisive Intent (Lawman (FR)) O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Br Sunderland Holding Inc. T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap.

5 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, first run since leaving Henry De Bromhead when below-par fifth of 8 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) 14 days ago. Up in trip with more required.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109

5 VORASHANN (FR) (311) (£7000)

5/31100- D

LEWIS STONES (3)

THOMASINA EYSTON (7)

7 11 0

B g Sinndar (IRE) - Visorama (IRE) (Linamix (FR)) O Mr Nick Carter Br S.C.E.A. Haras de Son Altesse L’Aga Khan T Jake Coulson, Heaton S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing BLACK, MAUVE epaulets, hooped sleeves, striped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner for Gary Moore in 2022. However, absent since down the field in a Kempton handicap on Boxing Day and probably best watched starting out for new connections here.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 119 DYLAN JOHNSTON (7)

6 MINNIE BEETS (IRE) (32) (£7000)

000-00

B m Cloudings (IRE) - Really Royale (FR) (Garde Royale) O Catch Twenty Two Br Mr John Noel McGivney T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley LIGHT BLUE, BROWN hoop, FLAME sleeves and cap.

5 10 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Thirteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (22.8f, good to soft) 32 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Gordon Elliott with more to do in first-time cheekpieces. Engaged Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91 3.15 Fakenham Wednesday.

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7 UPBEAT BETTY (GB) (16) (£7000)

5P5

Gr f Schiaparelli (GER) - Upbeat Cobbler (FR) (Brier Creek (USA)) O Mr R. E. R. Williams Br Sir J. Timpson & H. D. J. Daly T Evan Williams, Llancarfan BLACK, WHITE hoop, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars.

4 10 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. 33/1, remote fifth of 6 in novice hurdle at Hereford (16.2f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Has lots to find on form.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

ADAM WEDGE

Number of Declared Runners 7 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4.

THE RESULT...

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PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 2-1 Donnie Azoff (IRE), 7-2 Iddergem (FR), 6-1 No Recollection (GB), Laser Focus (IRE), 7-1 Vorashann (FR), 18-1 Minnie Beets (IRE), 40-1 Upbeat Betty (GB) RACE SUMMARY: DONNIE AZOFF was successful over hurdles here in September so is fancied to bounce back in style quickly reverted to this sphere after a poor-jumping chasing fourth at Southwell last time. Iddergem is a long time without a run but still commands plenty of respect for the in-form Olly Murphy yard, while No Recollection must enter calculations too if back on song.

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2022: FLOATING ROCK (GER) 7 11 0 Tom Midgley 2-7 (Mark Walford) 4 ran

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3 RD R A C E 1 . 1 0 P M

The Charlie Longsdon Racing Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3)

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds) for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £13650 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56) SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

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No./Horse

FORM

Age st

1 SHAKEM UP’ARRY (IRE) (201)

23/1534- D

9 12 0

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Nun Better (IRE) O Mr Harry Redknapp Br R. McCarthy T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares DARK BLUE, ROYAL BLUE seams, WHITE sleeves, RED and WHITE striped cap.

lb

TIMEFORM VIEW As good as ever (tongue tied) when making winning return at Exeter last season and decent efforts in top handicaps since, notably when third in the Magners Plate at the Cheltenham Festival. Goes well fresh so big shout.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 140

3 RD RACE

2 NICKLE BACK (IRE) (28)

1/0562-1 D

B g Mustameet (USA) - Mill House Girl (IRE) O The Friday Lunch Club Br Mrs Olive Gordon T Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting S Tote ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK diamonds.

6/4546-1

LUCA MORGAN

7 11 9

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a natural when making a winning chase bow in impressive fashion at Warwick on return and seems sure to progress and win more races. Can defy 10lb rise.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 135

3 HYSTERY BERE (FR) (16)

Jockey

JAMES BEST

6 11 0

B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Mysteryonthebounty (USA) O Lady Gibbings Br S.N.C. Regnier & San Gabriel Inv. Inc. T Tom Symonds, Hentland S Gun Dog Gin Ltd DARK BLUE, RED seams, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful performer over hurdles (3-time winner) who made a winning start in this sphere in 4-runner handicap at Warwick in May. Had a pipe-opener back on the Flat 16 days ago and should have more to offer as a chaser.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 126

4 GRAND ROI (FR) (19)

00-5350

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Ultra d’Anjou (FR) O Mr Gary Allsopp Br Gildas Vaillant T James Owen, Newmarket S Allsopp & Allsopp WHITE, BLACK diamonds on sleeves, check cap.

7 10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing on his second stint chasing this season, including for current yard, and showed nothing back over hurdles latest. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/10/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 124

5 QUOI DE NEUF (FR) (33)

12-4100

DARYL JACOB

JAMES BOWEN

9 10 11

B g Anzillero (GER) - Qualite Controlee (FR) O Mr & Mrs William Rucker Br S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian T Evan Williams, Llancarfan S Tote ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoop.

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in 4-runner chase at Fakenham in June but in nothing like the same form both starts since. Others preferred.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 123

6 EL MUCHACHO (IRE) (18)

20325-4

Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Segnora (FR) O Four Candles Partnership Br Mrs Dale Adams T Milton Harris, Warminster S Bresbet RED, YELLOW hoop, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW armlets, YELLOW cap.

6 10 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made an instant impact in handicap hurdles, scoring twice back in January. Plenty of creditable efforts in defeat after and not disgraced at Ffos Las on return. Makes chase debut (Irish point winner).

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

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ADAM WEDGE

HARRY REED

7 MAGIC DANCER (GB) (158)

21/135-P

B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - King’s Siren (IRE) O The Magic Partnership Br Littleton Stud T Kerry Lee, Presteigne S Fitzdares Limited EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW stripe, armlets and cap.

11 10 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning reappearance at Cheltenham last season but well held subsequently, however.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 122

RICHARD PATRICK

Number of Declared Runners 7 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

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2022: MIDNIGHT RIVER 7 12 0 Harry Skelton 3-1 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran

PLAY SMARTER

RACE SUMMARY: NICKLE BACK made a striking successful debut over fences at Warwick on return 4 weeks ago, producing a bold-jumping display from the front, and he looks capable of defying a 10lb rise with more to come. Shakem Up’arry ran well in some top handicaps last season and has a good record fresh, so rates a big threat, while Hystery Bere is another who took well to chasing when scoring at Warwick in May. 1-2-3: 1.NICKLE BACK (IRE) 2.SHAKEM UP’ARRY (IRE) 3.HYSTERY BERE (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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3 RD RACE

BETTING FORECAST: 2-1 Nickle Back (IRE), 11-4 Shakem Up’arry (IRE), 7-2 Hystery Bere (FR), 9-1 El Muchacho (IRE), 28-1 Magic Dancer (GB), 33-1 Grand Roi (FR), Quoi de Neuf (FR)

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4 TH R A C E 1 . 4 5 P M

The EBF And Traffic Lights Jamie ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Qualifier) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four, five and six yrs old

Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626.

(Penalty Value £6535.20) SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. Age st

O OWNER B BREEDER T TRAINER S SPONSOR

No./Horse

FORM

lb

1 MACANOGUE (IRE) (174)

P0/050-1 D 6 11 6

Jockey

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Annilogs Symphony (IRE) O Peyton Equestrian Ltd Br Miss Catheriona Tully T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich S Coulthursts Ltd LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE star, chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, ROYAL BLUE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when landing a gamble in 14-runner maiden hurdle at Kilbeggan (2m, good to soft) in May and since sold out of Luke Comer’s yard for £30,000. Will probably need to improve in order to defy a penalty Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES on debut for new yard.

2 BOWENSPARK (IRE) (201)

1144- D

5 11 0

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bowenscourt (IRE) O Hemmings Racing Br Brittas House Stud and Grenane House T Henry Daly, Ludlow S Trust Inns Limited EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 2 starts in bumpers last term and wasn’t beaten far into fourth in a 20-runner Grade 2 event at Aintree when last seen in April. Doesn’t appear to be entirely straightforward, but he’s clearly talented and will surely go close if his jumping holds up now switched to hurdles.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

4 TH RACE

3 CRAC DE MEGAUDAIS (FR) (-)

RICHARD PATRICK

4 11 0

B c Saddex - Kauto Etoilee (FR) O John Edwards and Chris Richards Br J. D’Argentre, G. D’Artentre et al T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow S Treehouse Sporting Colours, Jmc Surfacing Contractors BLACK, RED chevron, RED sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK and RED quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Saddex colt. Half-brother to modest hurdler/chaser Fly de Megaudais. Doesn’t appeal as a probable first-time-out winner on paper.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

4 DAMARTA (FR) (7)

43-450

Ch g Martaline - Viveda (FR) O Mr Adrian Butler Br G.A.E.C. Campos T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S Motaclan MAUVE, WHITE hoops, halved sleeves, MAUVE cap.

5 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Though carrying over his headstrong tendencies from bumpers, he still caught the eye when just failing to snatch third on hurdling debut at Uttoxeter in May. Hasn’t threatened in 2 starts so far this season, but potential remains and he will be particularly interesting when switched to handicaps.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5 GRAIN TRADE (GB) (222)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Halo Flora O John Aprahamian & Co Ltd T Billy Aprahamian, Towcester WHITE, BLACK seams, halved sleeves, WHITE cap.

0-

DAVID NOONAN

LEWIS STONES (3)

4 11 0

Br Shade Oak Stud S Fairfax and Favor Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off at 50/1 and finished out with the washing on debut in a Newbury bumper (16.3f, soft) during the spring (later found to be sore behind and showing signs of heat stress). Hard to warm to starting out over hurdles here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was showing signs of heat stress.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

6 LONE SOLDIER (GB) (31)

6-0

JAMES BOWEN

5 11 0

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Alegralil O Mr Frank McAleavy Br J. R. Hales & Miss L. J. Hales T Dan Skelton, Alcester S The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes RED, BLACK triple diamond, striped sleeves, hooped cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Green sole outing in bumpers and shaped as if better for the run sent hurdling after 9 months off (had breathing op) when eighth of 11 at Newton Abbot (16.8f, soft). Capable of better, albeit it’s likely that he’ll be seen in a better light in handicaps later on. Harry Skelton prefers Clararose.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - FERGUS GILLARD (3)

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7 THATZA DAZZLER (GB) (20)

55-0

5 11 0

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Sainte Fortuna (FR) O Mr David Brace Br Mr David Brace OBE T David Brace, Bridgend S Dunraven Group of Companies BLACK, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in a couple of bumpers for Fergal O’Brien last term, and no show on yard/hurdles debut in a first-time hood (retained) when returning to action at Chepstow.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

8 CLARAROSE (IRE) (28)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Garranlea Maree (IRE) O Mezzone Family T Dan Skelton, Alcester RED, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap.

602-3

CONNOR BRACE

5 10 7

Br Mr Kevin Heaney S The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on the third of her 3 starts in bumpers last season and, following a wind op during the summer, she resumed with an encouraging third of 10 on hurdles debut at Warwick (2m, good). Likely to benefit from a stiffer test in time, but leading claims here all the same.

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9 REALISATION (FR) (373)

2/1-

HARRY SKELTON

5 10 7

B m Masked Marvel - Four Green (FR) O Merriebelle Irish Farm Limited Br Mr Etienne Raquin T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton S Merribelle Stable Llc DARK GREEN and WHITE diabolo, WHITE and DARK GREEN diabolo on sleeves, DARK GREEN and WHITE quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Picked up for £130,000 after finishing second on sole start between the flags and she did the job well when making a winning Rules debut in a bumper at Bangor (16.7f, soft) last October. That form looks decent (second and third have both won since) and she’s of strong interest now hurdling.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

GAVIN SHEEHAN

Number of Declared Runners 9 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn by No. 4, 7.

THE RESULT...

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PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 5-2 Bowenspark (IRE), 4-1 Clararose (IRE), 9-2 Realisation (FR), 6-1 Damarta (FR), 7-1 Macanogue (IRE), 12-1 Lone Soldier (GB), 66-1 Crac de Megaudais (FR), 100-1 Thatza Dazzler (GB), 200-1 Grain Trade (GB) RACE SUMMARY: Bumper winners REALISATION and Bowenspark both make plenty of appeal now tackling hurdles, and while the latter is greatly respected on the strength of his effort at the Aintree Grand National meeting in April, Realisation is marginally preferred. She was pretty impressive when landing a bumper at Bangor last year and is a potentially useful recruit to this sphere. Clararose looks the pick of those with hurdles experience, given that Damarta is likely to come into his own in handicaps later on.

1-2-3: 1.REALISATION (FR) 2.BOWENSPARK (IRE) 3.CLARAROSE (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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4 TH RACE

2022: GITCHE GUMEE 4 10 13 Tom Cannon 13-8 (Alan King) 13 ran

5 TH R A C E 2 . 2 0 P M

The EBF And Traffic Lights Jamie ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Qualifier) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four, five and six yrs old

Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626.

(Penalty Value £6535.20) SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

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No./Horse

FORM

Age st

1 BITSNBUCKLES (IRE) (7)

4542-00

5 11 0

B g Well Chosen - Smart Annie (IRE) O BDRSyndicates Br Mr D. Kenneally T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S Motaclan RED, WHITE hoop, RED and BLACK striped sleeves and cap.

lb

Jockey

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point and shaped as if better for the run sent hurdling on first outing since leaving Michael C. Griffin after 6 months off when ninth of 15 in a novice at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) last week.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - DYLAN JOHNSTON (7)

2 BRANDT (IRE) (25)

62-0

B g Affinisea (IRE) - Bean Ki Moon (IRE) O Catch Twenty Two Br Tim Hegarty T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley S Tote LIGHT BLUE, BROWN hoop, FLAME sleeves and cap.

5 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit in a couple of bumpers for Gordon Elliott and shaped as if better for the run on first outing for 6 months when down the field at Uttoxeter (15.8f ) 25 days ago.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

3 HAVOCK (IRE) (235)

045-

DAVID NOONAN

5 11 0

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pipe Lady (IRE) O Simon & Lisa Hobson Br M. & E. Dixon T Dan Skelton, Alcester S The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes DARK BLUE, ORANGE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, ORANGE stars, DARK BLUE cap, ORANGE star.

5 TH RACE

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form on the first 2 of 3 bumpers outings. In excellent hands so he’s much respected on his hurdles debut in an ordinary-looking affair.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

4 JUMBO VESTE VERTE (FR) (180)

6-0

HARRY SKELTON

4 11 0

B g Indomito (GER) - Ocara d’Airy (FR) O The Green Jackets Br Mr Nicolas Deshayes T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow S Jmc Surfacing Contractors, Treehouse Sporting Colours DARK GREEN, EMERALD GREEN chevron, chevrons on sleeves.

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks a handicap project.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5 WHAT A JOHNNY (IRE) (221)

3F2-

B g Yeats (IRE) - Lola Rosa (IRE) O Mr William Woodhouse Br Cathal Ennis T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote WHITE, YELLOW chevrons, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

5 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW £29,000 5-y-o, Yeats gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful 1m winner Taskeen. Dam unraced. Placed on both completed starts in Irish points (latest Mar 26) and has joined a good NH outfit.

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6 EVER READY (GB) (200)

B f Recharge (IRE) - Wistow O Mrs P. M. Sly T Pam Sly, Peterborough DARK BLUE, GREY sleeves, PINK cap.

60-

LUKE SCOTT (5)

LEWIS STONES (3)

4 10 7

Br Mrs P. M. Sly S Pam Sly Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed only minor promise in a brace of bumpers but is bred to have a future over jumps.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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ALEX EDWARDS

7 GLADYS EVA JANE (GB) (129)

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Aphrodisia O Unicorn Racing Ventures T Jake Coulson, Heaton RED, PURPLE stripe and sleeves, quartered cap.

40-23

5 10 7

Br Miss M. L. Peterson S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in bumpers whilst looking ungenuine. First run for yard after leaving Peter Bowen for only £5,000 in August.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

8 HOT FIZZY LIZZY (IRE) (28)

0-126 D

TOBY WYNNE (3)

4 10 7

Gr f Doyen (IRE) - Carrigeen Acebo (IRE) O Mr Charles Dingwall Br Mrs R. H. Lalor T Dan Skelton, Alcester S The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes WHITE and BLACK check, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who wasn’t seen to best effect when well held on her Warwick hurdling debut 4 weeks ago, badly hampered 3 out and not given at all a hard time after. Sure to do better but Harry Skelton prefers Havock. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/10/2023 it was reported that the horse was badly hampered 3 out.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

9 WHITEHALL FLYER (IRE) (16)

456

CIARAN GETHINGS

5 10 7

B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Run And Dream (IRE) O Whitehall Racing Syndicate Br Mr P. Higgins T Max Young, Sneads Green S Berkeley Carter Ltd ROYAL BLUE, RED diamond, WHITE sleeves, RED diamonds, ROYAL BLUE cap, RED diamonds.

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in a brace of bumpers and finished a tailed-off last of 6 on her Hereford hurdling debut 16 days ago. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/10/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free in the early stages.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

JAMES BEST

Number of Declared Runners 9 ..................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn by No. 9.

THE RESULT...

IST ......................................................

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2022:(See Div 1):

BETTING FORECAST: 5-2 What A Johnny (IRE), 7-2 Havock (IRE), 11-2 Bitsnbuckles (IRE), 7-1 Brandt (IRE), Hot Fizzy Lizzy (IRE), 18-1 Ever Ready (GB), 25-1 Gladys Eva Jane (GB), 40-1 Jumbo Veste Verte (FR), 200-1 Whitehall Flyer (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: HAVOCK displayed a fair level of ability on the first 2 of his 3 bumper runs and starts over hurdles in a decidedly ordinary event, so he receives the vote. What A Johnny was placed on both his completed starts in points and warrants respect having joined a top outfit, while the selection’s stablemate Hot Fizzy Lizzy shouldn’t be overlooked, either.

1-2-3: 1.HAVOCK (IRE) 2.WHAT A JOHNNY (IRE) 3.HOT FIZZY LIZZY (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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5 TH RACE

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Jim and Rita Feeney Handicap Hurdle Race

Jim and Rita Feeney were married in Belfast and came to live in Coventry in 1958. They had 4 children and were a devoted couple, who loved their days at the races, in particular, Stratford. They are deeply missed by Family and Friends and their daughter Andree will be presenting the winners memento today.

6 TH R A C E 2 . 5 5 P M The Jim And Rita Feeney Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for three 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) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

O OWNER B BREEDER T TRAINER S SPONSOR

No./Horse

FORM

Age st

1 HENRY BOX BROWN (IRE) (25)

1006-00

6 12 0

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Lough Coyne (IRE) O Old Gold Racing 7 Br Miss E. Hamilton T Evan Williams, Llancarfan OLD GOLD, WHITE chevron, WHITE cap.

lb

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved form when opening hurdles account at Uttoxeter last December and, though largely disappointing thereafter, there were positives to glean from his reappearance at the same course last month. Each-way chance if able to build on that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93

2 KENNY GEORGE (GB) (234)

334225- D

B g Mawatheeq (USA) - One For Philip O Mr Michael Moriarty Br Mr Ken Knox T Sheena West, Lewes BLACK, WHITE disc, WHITE sleeves, BLACK spots, WHITE cap.

P01120

ADAM WEDGE

8 12 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole hurdle win back in 2019 but, save for a poor effort at Plumpton when last seen in March, he didn’t do a great deal wrong last season. Resumes on a good mark and shouldn’t be far away if fully tuned-up for this. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/3/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93

3 ROCK ON TOMMY (GB) (25)

Jockey

MARC GOLDSTEIN

8 12 0

Gr g Fair Mix (IRE) - Little Carmela O Premier Thoroughbred Racing Ltd Br T. A. Williams T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S Premier Thoroughbred Racing Ltd, Motaclan DARK BLUE and WHITE diabolo, RED sleeves, WHITE armlets, DARK BLUE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of 2m handicaps at Uttoxeter in July and good second there when bidding for the hat-trick at the end of that month. However, he failed to make a meaningful impact on his reappearance last month and is probably a shade too high in the weights.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93 DYLAN JOHNSTON (7)

4 MERRY DREAMER (IRE) (206)

0P/6PP2-

B g Doyen (IRE) - Merry Heart (IRE) O Miss Sarah Gwilliam Br Mr Brett Merry T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon RED, DARK BLUE cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, BEIGE stars, DARK BLUE cap, BEIGE star.

7 11 13

6 TH RACE

TIMEFORM VIEW Just fair form at best over hurdles in Ireland and offered little in 3 starts for Ben Clarke last season.

Second in a point when last seen April, but he was beaten a long way by the winner that day and is opposable back under Rules on debut for new yard.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 92

5 SAMATIAN (IRE) (280)

TOBY WYNNE (3)

132224- CD 6 11 6

Bl g Sageburg (IRE) - Bodhran Davis (FR) O Mr Norman Carter Br Clem & Greg Rossiter T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd CARDINAL and WHITE stripes, BLACK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over C&D on his reappearance/first run following a wind op last season. Held form well thereafter (made the frame all 5 subsequent starts) and he should have a role to play, provided he is again fully tuned-up on the back of a break.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

6 HARTHILL (FR) (31)

4664-U3

Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Queen Isabella O Mrs Emma Stewart Br Mrs Therese Semirot T David Dennis, Banbury S Tote MAROON, MAROON and BLACK diabolo on sleeves.

CIARAN GETHINGS

5 11 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers and only poor form over hurdles, remote third of six in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (21.6f, soft) on return last month. Easy enough to look elsewhere.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 84 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

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7 FOOTLOOSE MAN (GB) (24)

234454

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.

4 11 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to match his bumper form since sent hurdling, but his effort in a 16.3f novice here last time wasn’t a bad one and improvement is entirely possible now upped in trip for this handicap debut.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 85

8 GAIA VALLIS (FR) (175)

P0332-6

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Toccata Vallis (FR) O David Bridgwater Racing Br Mr Andre Noel Dutertre T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold DARK BLUE and BROWN (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves and cap.

7 11 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored a couple of times in 2021/22 and placed 4 times from 7 starts last season, posting her best effort of that campaign when just touched off in a mares’ handicap at Taunton in April.

Still, others make more appeal for win purposes.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84

9 MISTER UPTON (GB) (207)

00P0-

GAVIN SHEEHAN

JAMES TURNER (7)

4 11 5

B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Whispering Grace O Mrs l Finnegan Br Mrs L. Finnegan T Chris Gordon, Winchester S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, RED cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who will need to leave the form he showed in maiden/ novice company last term well behind in order to make a winning handicap debut.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 85

5-0P001

7 11 5

(in 7lb ex)

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a gamble starting out for new yard off career-low mark in 2m Plumpton novices’ handicap hurdle (good to soft) 10 days ago. Obvious claims under a penalty.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 77 (+11)

11 SMART CASUAL (GB) (200)

5056-

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rouquine Sauvage O Mr John P. McManus Br Mrs Rachael Honeyball T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster S Geegeez.co.uk EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

5 11 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper run wasn’t devoid of promise and also more than hinted at ability in maiden/ novice hurdles in the spring. Appeals as the type who will go on to better things in handicaps this term and he’s one to keep a close eye on in the betting.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 83

12 BOYS OF WEXFORD (GB) (217)

P/01233-

B g Millenary - Floradorado O Mr R. G. Whitehead Br T. C. Dawson T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley S Tote ROYAL BLUE and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), LIGHT BLUE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets.

13 PASSING KATE (GB) (21)

00640-5

14 LIBOR LAD (GB) (36)

06060-2

RICHARD PATRICK

5 10 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Perth (2 1/2m, heavy) on his reappearance last month. That effort represented a step forward and, with this slightly shorter trip a plus, he’s not without each-way hope.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77

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DAVID NOONAN

6 11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW No real impact in 4 starts over hurdles for Grace Harris last term, but she made a fairly positive start for this yard when fifth of 10 on her reappearance at Worcester (2m, soft) 3 weeks ago.

Possibilities if able to build on that here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79

B g Passing Glance - Sonic Weld O Wingate Associates Limited Br Mr John Benfield T David Dennis, Banbury S DD Racing Ltd, Tote MAROON and ORANGE (quartered), ORANGE sleeves, MAROON cap.

RICHIE MCLERNON

6 11 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Upped his game switched to fences last season, scoring at Uttoxeter before a string of decent efforts in defeat. No worthwhile form to his name in this sphere but will be a danger to all if able translate his improved chase form back hurdling off a potentially handy mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 82

B m Passing Glance - Another Kate (IRE) O Mr David M. Richards Br D. M. Richards T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury RED, WHITE hoop, striped sleeves, BLACK and WHITE hooped cap.

JAMIE GAMBIN (10)

THEO GILLARD

6 TH RACE

10 KING OTIS (IRE) (10)

B g Ocovango - Fame Forever (IRE) O Think Big Partnership Br E. Ryan T James Owen, Newmarket YELLOW and DARK BLUE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, DARK BLUE cap.

BRYONY FROST

15 SHE HAS NOTIONS (IRE) (39)

30/6-0P5

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Moscow Mo Chuisle (IRE) O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 11 Br K. Mortell T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S Fbc Manby Bowdler WHITE, DARK BLUE stars, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap.

6 10 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed that some ability remains when third in a 12-runner Plumpton handicap (20.5f, good) from 3lb out of the weights. Looks capable of winning a race on that evidence, but there will be easier opportunities than this.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 76

16 WHYNOTNOWROY (IRE) (208)

3005-

Ch g Notnowcato - Midnight Lira O Mr Brian Derrick Br B. A. Derrick T Keiran Burke, Whitcombe S Thorne + Derrick YELLOW, ORANGE star, ORANGE sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, ORANGE star.

HARRY ATKINS (10)

5 10 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a bumper at Wincanton last November, but he hasn’t shown much in 3 starts since switched to hurdles and sizeable step forward needed now handicapping.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 76

BEN GODFREY (3)

Number of Declared Runners 16 ................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 14. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 10.

THE RESULT...

IST ......................................................

3RD......................................................

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2ND .....................................................

4TH......................................................

TIME................................................

2022: FAZAYTE (FR) 7 11 4 Kevin Brogan 5-1 (Ryan Potter) 13 ran

PLAY SMARTER

BETTING FORECAST: 10-3 King Otis (IRE), 8-1 Samatian (IRE), 17-2 Kenny George (GB), 9-1 Smart Casual (GB), 10-1 Passing Kate (GB), 12-1 Boys of Wexford (GB), 14-1 Henry Box Brown (IRE), 16-1 Rock On Tommy (GB), 20-1 Libor Lad (GB), 22-1 Footloose Man (GB), 28-1 Gaia Vallis (FR), She Has Notions (IRE), 66-1 Harthill (FR), Mister Upton (GB), Whynotnowroy (IRE), 100-1 Merry Dreamer (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: There were signs that SMART CASUAL was getting the hang of things when last seen in a Wincanton maiden in April and, with improvement anticipated now pitched into a handicap, he gets the nod. King Otis looks a big threat under a penalty following his recent winning debut for this yard at Plumpton, while Samatian, who was a C&D winner on his reappearance last season, is also high on the shortlist.

Kenny George and Passing Kate are live each-way candidates.

1-2-3: 1.SMART CASUAL 2.KING OTIS (IRE) 3.SAMATIAN (IRE)

6 TH RACE

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7 TH R A C E 3 . 3 0 P M

The J.H. Rowe Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £7650 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

O OWNER B BREEDER T TRAINER S SPONSOR

No./Horse

FORM

Age st

1 PILOT SHOW (IRE) (191)

614P63-

6 12 0

B g Yeats (IRE) - Castle Jane (IRE) O Eynon, Bryce & Rowley Br Castle Jane Syndicate T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn S 1Account Ltd MAROON and BEIGE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BEIGE cap, MAROON star.

lb

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a successful chase debut in handicap at Catterick (25.3f ) last December. After a couple of below-par efforts, back on track when third at Ffos Las (25.3f ) in April and he can be thereabouts if ready to go on his return.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

2 BALLYBEEN (IRE) (176)

Ch g Presenting - Dotchenka (FR) O Lightfoot, Mussell-Evans, Peart T Sam Thomas, Cardiff DARK GREEN, BEIGE star, EMERALD GREEN sleeves.

Jockey

JAMES BOWEN

4/3222-3 BF 7 12 0 Br Thomas James S Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler but already a better chaser, making the frame for fourth successive start at Fontwell (21.6f) in May, that despite his jumping lacking polish. Yard have made a bright start this autumn and he’s respected back from 6 months off.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105 SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

3 PUTDECASHONTHEDASH (IRE) (27) 1/PF0P-5 D 10 11 13

B g Doyen (IRE) - Be My Adelina (IRE) O Goodfellers Racing T Keiran Burke, Whitcombe GREY, RED stars, sleeves and star on cap.

Br Michael P. Keane S Planning Base Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off 2021/22 on a winning note at Plumpton but he rarely stands much racing and struggling some way out when distant fifth of 6 on return at Fontwell (26f ) 4 weeks ago. Tough to assess.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 104

4 ANOTHER DAY OUT (IRE) (210)

U/5123-

B m Ocovango - Earthshan (IRE) O Lloyd Bailey Jessup & Proctor Br Ms Linda Twomey T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S Fbc Manby Bowdler LIGHT BLUE, GREY stars on sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, GREY star.

5 11 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer at third attempt and promise to glean from her Southwell second on hurdles bow in March. May have found Hereford assignment coming too soon the following month and she’s one to monitor closely in the betting now chasing. Handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

7 TH RACE

5 HOBIE (FR) (21)

B g Coastal Path - Beauty Blue (FR) O Dr Tom Davies, Steve Merry & Tim Wright T David Dennis, Banbury ORANGE, PURPLE star and star on cap.

5134P5

HARRY KIMBER (3)

ADAM WEDGE

6 11 10

Br G.A.E.C. de L’Ombre S DD Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who stepped up on low-key hurdles debut when landing a Worcester maiden (2m) in May. However, following 3 months off he struggled in both of his starts in September, and again on chasing bow at Exeter (19.2f) 3 weeks ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 101

6 JACK DOYEN (IRE) (217)

5P0331-

GAVIN SHEEHAN

7 11 3

B g Doyen (IRE) - Reynella Cross (IRE) O Wardington Hopefuls Br James Murtagh T Ben Case, Banbury S David Andrews Construction Limited YELLOW, RED Cross of Lorraine, hooped sleeves, RED cap, YELLOW star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points and left form of his chasing debut behind when scoring at Warwick 7 months ago. Type to do better still in this sphere, so merits plenty of respect.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 94

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7 STRIKING OUT (GB) (7)

4U-0P52 BF 9 10 13

B g Malinas (GER) - Cresswell Ruby (IRE) O Catch Twenty Two Br R. B. Mckay T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley S Tote LIGHT BLUE, BROWN hoop, FLAME sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser at his best who was gambled on following 12 weeks off and ran his best race for some time when runner-up at Ludlow (20f ) 7 days ago, staying on run-in. Not dismissed lightly with a repeat now stepping up in trip.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 90 (+4)

DAVID NOONAN

8 JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (29) 212321 CD 6 10 10

B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE) O Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton Br Gretton & J. Hynes T Grace Harris, Shirenewton PINK, BLACK chevron and sleeves, BLACK and PINK quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable chaser who got back to winning ways with plenty to spare at Bangor (3m) 4 weeks ago, jumping soundly. Yet to defy a mark this high but his consistency sure to stand him in good stead at this level.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87

9 GUGUSS COLLONGES (FR) (10)

46-P023

B g Secret Singer (FR) - Une Collonges (FR) O Mr David Gilmour & Mr James Dellaway Br G.A.E.C Delorme T Roger Teal, Lambourn S Chartplan(2004) Ltd BLACK, PINK cross belts, BLACK sleeves, PINK stars, BLACK cap, PINK star.

7 10 9

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning chaser who encouragingly backed up his previous run over hurdles when finishing good third of 5 in handicap chase at Plumpton (19.7f ) 10 days ago. Each-way claims from this reduced mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86 (-2)

10 UNAI (IRE) (25)

0605-P5

BEN JONES

ALICE STEVENS (7)

8 10 2

B g Court Cave (IRE) - The Millers Tale (IRE) O Mrs Belinda Clarke Br Mr H. Fowler T Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth EMERALD GREEN and RED check, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning chaser but offered little last term and no upturn re-united with this yard back from 5 months off when fifth of 10 in handicap at Uttoxeter (3m, soft) 25 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 78

11 MARTALMIX’JAC (FR) (24)

6-53051 C

LEE EDWARDS

6 10 2

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Andria (FR) O High and Low Br Mrs L. & Mr J. Grandchamp Des Raux T Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth ROYAL BLUE, RED Cross of Lorraine, RED and ROYAL BLUE quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Patchy record over jumps but with a tongue tie added, he finally capitalised on a plummeting mark to shed maiden tag here (19.5f) 24 days ago, reduced advantage last but finding extra on Flat. More on his plate back up in trip but he remains lightly raced in this sphere.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

12 VOICE OF HOPE (IRE) (189)

630230-

Br g Poet’s Voice - Viennese Whirl O Mr D. Broadhurst Br Hobnob Partnership T Max Young, Sneads Green S Berkeley Carter Ltd DARK GREEN, YELLOW chevrons, DARK GREEN sleeves and cap.

ALEX EDWARDS

6 10 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler in Ireland and posted best effort since joining this yard when second over fences at Huntingdon (23.6f, soft) in March. Not disgraced at Warwick (3m) final start but others make greater appeal on balance.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74

JAMES BEST

Number of Declared Runners 12 ................................................................................................(Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8, 11, 12.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 9, 11.

IST ......................................................

3RD......................................................

DISTANCES ..................................

2ND .....................................................

4TH......................................................

TIME................................................

2022: BEBRAVEFORGLORY (IRE) 6 11 3 Adam Wedge 3-1 (Evan Williams) 9 ran

PLAY SMARTER

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7 TH RACE

THE RESULT...

BETTING FORECAST: 4-1 Justshortofabubble (GB), 5-1 Striking Out (GB), 6-1 Jack Doyen (IRE), 15-2 Ballybeen (IRE), 9-1 Martalmix’jac (FR), 12-1 Pilot Show (IRE), 14-1 Another Day Out (IRE), Guguss Collonges (FR), 25-1 Hobie (FR), 33-1 Voice of Hope (IRE), 50-1 Putdecashonthedash (IRE), 66-1 Unai (IRE) RACE SUMMARY: STRIKING OUT ran his best race for some time on the back of 12 weeks off when runner-up at Ludlow 7 days ago and with this longer trip entitled to hold no fears, he shades the vote to confirm the promise of that run operating from the same mark. This is competitive though, with Ballybeen, Jack Doyen and Justshortofabubble a trio of others expected to feature.

1-2-3: 1.STRIKING OUT 2.BALLYBEEN (IRE) 3.JACK DOYEN (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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7 TH RACE

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8 TH R A C E 4 . 0 5 P M

The Charlotte Cole And Becky Rowland Memorial Fillies’ “Junior” National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (GBB Race) TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for three yrs old fillies Total prize fund £4500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235.

(Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 42 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE. No./Horse

FORM

1 BRIEF ENCOUNTER (FR) (-)

O OWNER B BREEDER

Age st

T TRAINER S SPONSOR

lb

Jockey

11 0

B f Buck’s Boum (FR) - Carmona (FR) O Kapinhand Br John Kilpatrick & Richard Mark Venn T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton S Junction 24 Ltd ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Buck’s Boum filly. Half-sister to fair 2m hurdle winner Obsessedwithyou and French 15f hurdle winner Calipsa. Dam, French chaser (2 1/4m-21f winner), sister to smart hurdler/fairly useful chaser (winner up to 19f ) Sleeping Blue.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

2 DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS (GB) (-)

B f Axxos (GER) - My Belle (FR) O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham BLACK, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

DAVID NOONAN

11 0

Br Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW ¹ÝÝ%û fi!!Ûô žP!)÷ûiûø*ý ø% Mõ(#*ý Þi''*ý ™*ø —* ¡'ø*ýøPi' }ô ³P(ú ý*'c' ÜÏ)÷Ú ÜñÖ( c'Pû* Þi''*ýú 'P!)÷ûiûø*ý ø% û(Pýø 'õý+!*ýñc'Pû*ý $ûøPÛ*+ Ø(" ™* €%c'*ýô •øPM!*å û fiýûø÷øi(*ýû õûõP!!Û ûõ##%ýø*+ô Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

3 FLIGHTTOTHESTARS (IRE) (-)

B f Wings of Eagles (FR) - Mytara O M White M Beesley S Horsfall Br Mrs J. Morrissey T Laura Horsfall, Towcester S Abacus Securities Ltd ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, quartered cap.

11 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Wings of Eagles filly. Dam (h87), maiden hurdler, sister to fair hurdle winner/smart chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) Arthur’s Oak. Rates a likely outsider on racecourse bow.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

4 LA MARQUISE (FR) (-)

ALEX EDWARDS

11 0

B f Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Manhattan Princess O Buckett, Lovell, Snowden & Stacey Br Societe D’Entrainement Louis Baudron T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S Betvictor BLACK, PINK epaulets, sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Beaumec De Houelle filly. Half-sister to smart 2m/2 1/4m hurdle winner Mister Policeman and fair French 2 1/4m hurdle winner Manhattan Garden. Dam 10.5f winner on Flat in France. Interesting if the betting speaks in her favour ahead of debut.

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5 LOVE TREE (IRE) (-)

B f Camelot - Caserta O The Gredley Family Br Philip & Carolyn Cort T James Owen, Newmarket S Unex Group YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap.

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TIMEFORM VIEW Camelot filly. Half-sister to 4 winners on Flat, including useful 8.3f winner Clemmie C. Dam 1m-9.5f winner in France. Lines up with yard amongst the winners and another who is worth monitoring for positive market vibes.

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8 TH RACE

6 MISS MINK (GB) (-)

B f Passing Glance - Briery Vixen O Mr Henry Daly T Henry Daly, Ludlow DARK BLUE, SCARLET cape and cuffs, BLACK cap.

GAVIN SHEEHAN

JAMES BOWEN

11 0 Br Mrs Jane Finch S Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW ‚Pûûi'( Ÿ!P'c* fi!!Ûô ³P( $'ÏÔ"ú !i('ø!Û ýPc*+ i' Mõ(#*ýûñ%ò*ý 'õý+!*ûú half-sister to useful hurdler/chase winner (stayed 21f) Briery Queen.

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RICHARD PATRICK

7 MY MATE POLLY (GB) (-)

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B f Forever Now - So Cannie O Mr E. A. Brook Br David Spence T Bill Turner, Sherborne RED, WHITE spots, WHITE sleeves, RED seams, RED and WHITE striped cap.

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8 PRAIRIE QUEEN (GB) (-)

Br f Eastern Anthem (IRE) - Lupa Montana (USA) O Clear Racing & Partner Br Ashbrittle Stud T Susan Gardner, Longdown S Woodhayes Stud WHITE, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.

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TIMEFORM VIEW ¡Pûø*ý' ¹'ø'*( fi!!Ûô žP!)÷ûiûø*ý ø% Ú Þi''*ýûú i'c!õ+i'( Mõ(#*ý Þi''*ý Pour Joie. Dam maiden on Flat (stayed 9f).

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9 ROCKOLA (IRE) (-)

B f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - La Pelodette (FR) O The Lavendon Partnership Br Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Goodwin Racing Ltd BLACK, RED sash, WHITE sleeves and cap.

10 SPECKLED RED (GB) (-)

LUCY GARDNER

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TIMEFORM VIEW Jukebox Jury filly. Half-sister to 2 1/4m bumper winner/useful hurdler Au Fleuron and modest 23f hurdle winner Coachman. Yard no stranger to success in this sphere and she’s well worth a second look on debut.

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Ch f Outstrip - Amarone Red (IRE) O Mr P. J. McBride Br Houghton-Cranford Partnership T Philip McBride, Newmarket DARK GREEN and WHITE check, DARK GREEN sleeves and cap.

HARRY KIMBER (3)

TOM CANNON

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TIMEFORM VIEW Outstrip filly. Dam little show on Flat. Likely best watched.

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ALICE STEVENS (7)

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BETTING FORECAST: 11-4 Rockola (IRE), 7-2 Dameofthecotswolds (GB), 4-1 Love Tree (IRE), 11-2 La Marquise (FR), 11-1 Miss Mink (GB), 22-1 Brief Encounter (FR), 40-1 My Mate Polly (GB), 50-1 Flighttothestars (IRE), Prairie Queen (GB), Speckled Red (GB) RACE SUMMARY: The betting will prove informative in a field confined to newcomers, but ROCKOLA is one who makes appeal on paper for a yard no stranger to success in this discipline and she could be the way to go without the benefit of market clues. Dameofthecotswolds, Love Tree and La Marquise are a trio of others worth a close look.

1-2-3: 1.ROCKOLA (IRE) 2.DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS 3.LOVE TREE (IRE)

THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF CHARLOTTE COLE The family and friends of Charlotte Cole 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.

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8 TH RACE

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.00 - THE HOLLIES B&B MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4629 to the winning horse The second to receive £2132, the third £1065 and the fourth £533. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb. Stratford Racecourse has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 19 entries at £42. - Closed October 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.35 - THE CLAIRE DYSON EQUINE WATER TREADMILL SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2904 to the winning horse The second to receive £1336, the third £668, the fourth £334 and the fifth £166. for four, five, six and seven yrs old only. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £27 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o, 6-y-o and 7-y-o 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a hurdle race 4lb Of 2 hurdle races 8lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £3200 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £7000.

Claire Dyson Racing has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner, and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post-race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 12 entries at £27. - Closed October 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2221; Second £1110; Third £556; Fourth £278; Fifth £139. (Penalty Value £2904.55) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.10 - THE CHARLIE LONGSDON RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7208 to the winning horse The second to receive £3316, the third £1658, the fourth £829 and the fifth £413. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £65 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Penalties, after October 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Charlie Longsdon Racing has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 12 entries at £65. - Closed October 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.45 - THE EBF AND TRAFFIC LIGHTS JAMIE ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504 and the fourth £753. for novice four, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 9th, 2024. 19 entries at £60. - Closed October 27th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.20 - THE EBF AND TRAFFIC LIGHTS JAMIE ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504 and the fourth £753. for novice four, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 9th, 2024. 18 entries at £60. - Closed October 27th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.55 - THE JIM AND RITA FEENEY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Penalties, after October 21st, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Allsopp Family have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 34 entries at £35. - Closed October 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.30 - THE J.H. ROWE MEMORIAL 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, October 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Penalties, after October 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The J.H. Rowe Memorial Challenge Trophy to be held by the winner for 11 months. 22 entries at £35. - Closed October 27th, 2023.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 4.05 - THE CHARLOTTE COLE AND BECKY ROWLAND MEMORIAL FILLIES’ “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (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 three yrs old fillies 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 27th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 31st. Weights: 11st each 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. Friends and Family of The Late Charlotte Cole and Becky Rowland have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 12 entries at £22. - Closed October 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

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