Food&Drink
Thereisawidevarietyoffoodand drinkavailablebeforeandduring theraces.Treatyourselfatoneof ourdiningandbarfacilities
TheGalleryRestaurant
The Gallery Restaurant is a top class facility, ideal for couples and small groups. Tables are exclusive for the day and offer stunning, panoramic views of the entire racecourse, especially the finishing straight and winning post. The Gallery package includes admission, together with a four course menu. However, this is extremely popular and early booking is advisable. For reservations, please call 01789 267 949.
MulberryBakehouseintheBars
Newtoourbarpositions,servingwarm, handcraftedsausagerolls,from traditional,toporkandblackpudding, beefandalepasties,porkpiesandour verypopular,plantbased,spicy cauliflowerandonionbhajirolls.Forthose withasweettooth,weofferaselectionof cakesandmuffins,includingchocolate, lemon,blueberryandmanymore.
AdditionalFoodOutlets
Therearevariousotherfoodoutlets aroundthesite,togetherwithavarietyof barsthroughouttheracecourse,serving aselectionofbeers,spirits,wines, champagnesandsoftdrinks.
WELCOME TO STRATFORD RACES
WELCOME to Family Day 2024 Today is one of the highlights of our season and we are delighted to welcome so many families on this lovely afternoon.
Together with 8 action packed horse races, we will once again have free children’s activities based within the centre course enclosure. If you have purchased a main enclosure ticket you are also welcome to use the centre course. Activities today include:
• Jurassic Earth, who have brought with them several dinosaurs for an afternoon out. These include the most dangerous dinosaur of all, the T Rex, who will be released from his cage with a ranger to wander among the crowds. He will be accompanied by a Raptor and 2 baby dinosaurs. Approach with caution
• Mad Dom - Crowd Entertainer
• Fairground Rides – Dodgems & Teacups
• Pirate Ship Inflatable
• Spider Man Bouncy Castle
• Face Painters
• Best Dressed Picnic Competition – no entry required. A judge will visit the centre course during the first part of the afternoon and the winner will be announced over the PA and will receive 10 tickets which can be used to go racing during the year
Next week is Ladies Day when we encourage everyone to dress up and get involved with the Best Dressed competitions We have some great prizes provided by some fantastic local businesses. The first race is due off at 1.50pm and gates will open at noon.
We are here to provide you with a good day out. If you have suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please contact us at the office via email; info@stratfordracecourse.net or telephone 01789 267949
With best wishes,
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary
G U I D E TO TH E RA CE CO UR SE
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.
READING THE RACECARD
TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS
Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting
Philip Armson
1.30, 3.30
Tom Bellamy
2.30, 3.30, 4.00
James Best
1.30, 3.30
Sean Bowen
1.30, 2.30, 3.30, 4.30
Connor Brace 1.30
Kevin Brogan
1.30, 3.30
Ben Bromley
1.30
Tom Cannon
2.30, 4.00
Bryan Carver
5.00
Harry Cobden
4.00
TRAINERS JOCKEYS
James Davies 1.30, 4.00, 4.30
Charlie Deutsch 5.00
Mr Murray Dodd 5.00
Tristan Durrell 2.00
Lee Edwards 3.00, 3.30, 5.00
Will Featherstone 2.00
Ben Ffrench Davis 3.30
Jamie Hamilton 2.30
Liam Harrison 1.30, 2.30, 5.00
Brian Hughes 1.30, 2.30, 3.30, 4.00
Ben Jones 3.00
John Kington 4.30
Charlie Maggs 2.00 Beau Morgan 2.00
Micheal Nolan 3.00, 5.00
David Noonan 2.30, 3.30
Richard Patrick 4.30
Lilly Pinchin
3.00, 5.00
Ben Poste 3.30
Brendan Powell 4.30
Mr Callum Pritchard 4.30
Jack Quinlan 1.30
Caoilin Quinn 2.00
Harry Reed 2.30
Conor Ring 3.30, 4.30
Isabelle Ryder 2.00
Daniel Sansom 4.30
Gavin Sheehan 2.30, 3.00
Harry Skelton
2.30, 3.00, 4.00, 4.30
Nick Slatter 2.00
Mr Ben Sutton 5.00
Harriet Tucker 3.30
Jack Tudor 4.30
James Turner 2.00
Sam Twiston-Davies
3.00, 3.30, 4.30, 5.00
Chris Ward 1.30, 3.00
Adam Wedge 1.30, 2.30, 3.30
Lorcan Williams 5.00
Joe Williamson 2.00, 2.30, 4.00
Kielan Woods
2.30, 4.00, 5.00
Tabitha Worsley 2.00
Toby Wynne
Dave Roberts 3.00, 5.00 Jeremy Scott 5.00 Dan Skelton 2.30, 3.00, 4.00, 4.30, 5.00
Jamie Snowden
2.00, 2.30
Rob Summers 1.30, 3.30 Joe Tickle 2.30, 5.00
Nigel TwistonDavies 3.00, 3.30
Mark Usher 2.00
David Weston 1.30, 4.00
Michael Wigham 5.00
Max Young 2.00
TRACK FACTS
TRACK DESCRIPTION
A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards. Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:
D SKELTON (29 wins from 111 runners, 26%) runs GENTLE CONNECTIONS (2.30), HAPPY PLACE (3.00), DOCTOR PARNASSUS (4.00), ABSOLUTELY FINE (4.30), HUGUENEAU (5.00).
N TWISTON-DAVIES (19 wins from 83 runners, 23%) runs SCOTTIE’S SISTER (3.00), ELECTRIC EDDY (3.30).
J SNOWDEN (18 wins from 64 runners, 28%) runs BEHOLDEN (2.00), DUSKY DAYS (2.30).
G HANMER (18 wins from 66 runners, 27%) runs ERIC CARMEN (4.30).
E FENTON (11 wins from 41 runners, 27%) runs EVERYONESGAME (4.00).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
T EASTERBY (7 wins from 75 runners, 9%) runs HOLLINGTON (2.30).
P & M BOWEN (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs BUCK OF MAINE (1.30).
A KING (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs FINEST VIEW (4.00).
P KIRBY (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runs BATHGATE (2.00), JEEPYDOFF MEEL (4.00).
M USHER (5 wins from 22 runners, 23%) runs QUEEN OF STEEL (2.00).
TOP
COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
HARRY SKELTON (26 wins from 75 rides, 35%) rides GENTLE CONNECTIONS (2.30), HAPPY PLACE (3.00), DOCTOR PARNASSUS (4.00), ABSOLUTELY FINE (4.30).
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (22 wins from 125 rides, 18%) rides SCOTTIE’S SISTER (3.00), ELECTRIC EDDY (3.30), JASSUR DES BROSSES (4.30), INSPECTOR LYNLEY (5.00).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (22 wins from 92 rides, 24%) rides DUSKY DAYS (2.30), KALKAROO (3.00).
BRIAN HUGHES (21 wins from 105 rides, 20%) rides WHO’S THE GUV’NOR (1.30), INGENNIO (2.30), EL BATTLE BUS (3.30), FINISK RIVER (4.00).
SEAN BOWEN (14 wins from 79 rides, 18%) rides BUCK OF MAINE (1.30), UNWANTED ATTENTION (2.30), DON RAFAEL (3.30), PRAIRIE DIAMOND (4.30).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SEAN BOWEN (11 wins from 41 rides, 27%) rides listed above.
TOM CANNON (4 wins from 11 rides, 36%) rides CHABADATIKA (2.30), FINEST VIEW (4.00).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (4 wins from 21 rides, 19%) rides listed above.
JACK TUDOR (4 wins from 13 rides, 31%) rides HAMMER DAN (4.30).
HARRY COBDEN (3 wins from 16 rides, 19%) rides SONGO (4.00).
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.30 WHO’S THE GUV’NOR (won off 100 down 3lb to 97); BLAZE A TRAIL (won off 103 down 10lb to 93); ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (won off 97 down 11lb to 86); CONCEAL (won off 88 down 12lb to 76); GO FOX (won off 88 down 12lb to 76); 2.30 AVIEWTOSEA (won off 114 down 14lb to 100); 2.00 FENNA’S LOSS (won off 104 down 3lb to 101); 4.00 FINISK RIVER (won off 121 down 7lb to 114).
CLASSY TIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.00 JUST THE MAN (down 2 grades); 4.30 ABSOLUTELY FINE (down 2 grades).
STABLE MOVES
2.00 FENNA’S LOSS has moved from M Walford to Stephen Allen; 2.30 STUNSAIL has moved from C Dyson to J Tickle; 3.00 BATTLE OF OMDURMAN has moved from O Sangster to D Cole; 3.30 CONNOLLY has moved from E Lavelle to S-J Davies; 3.30 GREENWAYS has moved from A Stronge to D F Davis; 3.30 PORRIDGE has moved from F O’Brien to T Leeson; 4.00 DOCTOR PARNASSUS has moved from R O’Brien to D Skelton; 5.00 ARTHALOT has moved from V Dartnall to R L Llewellyn.
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
BATHGATE (2.00) & JEEPYDOFF MEEL (4.00) trained by P Kirby, Richmond, distance of 194 miles. JAUNTY BELLE (4.30) trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles. BUCK OF MAINE (1.30) trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles. WHO’S THE GUV’NOR (1.30), INGENNIO (2.30), BUTO (2.30) trained by M Hammond, Middleham, distance of 172 miles. HOLLINGTON (2.30) trained by T Easterby, Malton, distance of 165 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 12th July
CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS
CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS ARE TAKEN AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AROUND
THE COURSE
Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)
Racecards to purchase
and Card
and Card
Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance) Card only
Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance)
& Card
G/ S Bar (downstairs) Card only
G/S tattersalls bar (downstairs)
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
External Catering Concessions
Centre Course Bar (when open)
Owners & Trainers Paddock Pavilion
Gallery Restaurant
Hospitality Boxes
Stables Café
& Card
& Card
& Card
& Card
only
only
& Card
HOW TO BET WITH A BOOKMAKER
1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager.
2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number) Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.
3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.
4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie for a win or a place.
5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.
6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes e.g. £1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.
EACH WAY BETTING
In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.
• Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win
• 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2
• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2
• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3
• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3
• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4
• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4
All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only.
must be 18 or over to place a
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
STRATFORD
RACECOURSE IS PROUD TO WORK WITH THE FOLLOWING FOOD PRODUCERS & SUPPLIERS DURING 2024
THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM CHARITY PANTOMIME HORSE RACE
1 BNI
RUNNER 1: MEMBER OF BNI PRIORY
RUNNER 2: MEMBER OF BNI PRIORY
BNI is the world’s leading business referral organisation, providing a powerful and convenient platform that enables Members to continue sharing new client referrals, help them grow their businesses and exceed their goals.
2 HOWDEN INSURANCE
RUNNER 1: FRASER JONES
RUNNER 2: CALLUM MITCHELL
Howden Insurance do people-first insurance, understanding the specifics of your insurance needs and match them with the insurer that’s best placed to provide that cover, at the right price. Personal, tailored, great value cover Colleagues from the Stratford and Solihull branches are proud to be supporting the UHB Charity Childrens Appeal.
3 UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM CHARITY
RUNNER 1: TOM JOYCE
RUNNER 2: GUEST
University Hospitals Birmingham Charity exists to help provide those added extras that are “over and above” what can be provided by the NHS at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital, and Solihull Hospital.
4 RCDM
RUNNER 1: GUEST
RUNNER 2: GUEST
The Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM) provides medical support to military operational deployments and specialist care for members of the armed forces. The RCDM is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and treats military patients who can be stationed anywhere in the world.
Race 1 2.15 2m 4f 35y
1 Kandor (FR) 11-0
2 Peekaboo Paddy (GB) 11-0
3 Perfect Arch (IRE) 11-0
4 Pop The Question (GB) 11-0
5 Step Out (IRE) 11-0
6 Yakaleo (FR) 11-0
7 You Will Be Found (IRE) 11-0
8 Away She Goes (IRE) 10-7
9 Backdoorflush (GB) 10-7
10 Kimjoy (IRE) 10-7
11 Lady Mendoza (IRE) 10-7
12 Apples Destiny (GB) 10-2
13 Wee Vee (IRE) 10-2
Race 2 2.45 2m
1 Garde des Champs (IRE) 12-0
2 Malpas (IRE) 11-9
3 Bix Beiderbecke (FR) 11-8
4 Sword of Fate (IRE) 11-2
5 Tonto Foley (IRE) 10-12
6 Tessy Lad (IRE) 10-7
7 Contre Ordre (FR) 10-2
Race 3 3.15 2m 4f 35y
1 Condesa (IRE) 12-0
2 Galata Bridge (GB) 11-11
3 The Churchill Lad (IRE) 11-10
4 Well Planted (FR) 11-8
5 Dallas des Pictons (FR) 11-6
6 Western Run (IRE) 11-2
7 Tigga Time (IRE) 10-12
8 Coral Blue (IRE) 10-10
9 Malangen (IRE) 10-8 10 Kajaki (IRE) 10-4 11 Darkest Day (IRE) 10-2
Race 4 3.45 2m 7f 180y
1 Tiger Orchid (IRE) 12-0
2 Dinons (FR) 11-12
3 Glory And Honour (IRE) 11-9
4 Cap du Nord (FR) 11-9
5 Barbados Buck’s (IRE) 11-8
6 Half Shot (IRE) 11-7
7 Wasdell Dundalk (FR) 11-4
8 No Regrets (IRE) 11-2
9 Everyday Champagne (IRE) 10-9
Nowinittowinit (IRE) 10-2
£50
Race 5 4.15 2m 7f 207y 1 Lihyan (IRE) 12-0 2 Accidental Rebel (GB) 11-7 3 Kilbrainy (IRE) 11-2 4 Fever Dream (IRE) 11-1
5 Not What It Seems (IRE) 11-0
6 Buy Some Time (IRE) 10-13 7 Jeteye (IRE) 10-10
8 Paddy Elvis (IRE) 10-8 9 Dalileo (IRE) 10-5
Diamond State (FR) 10-5
Shantou Moon (IRE) 10-2
Race 6 4.45 2m 47y 1 VE Day (IRE) 12-0 2 Global Esteem (IRE) 11-12 3 Trailblazer (GB) 11-11
4 Sergeant Wilson (IRE) 11-9
5 Aldbourne (IRE) 11-9
6 Just Dottie (GB) 11-8
7 No Recollection (GB) 11-6
8 Shantou Lucky (IRE) 11-3
9 Jysuis (FR) 10-13
10 Game Beaaa (IRE) 10-9
11 Willy Nilly (IRE) 10-3
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £132,686 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 24th June to 15th September 2024
The Esme, Ellie, Myla & Harvey Allsopp Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 MYSTIC MAN (IRE) (40)
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Mystic Cherry (IRE)
O The Dragon Partnership
11P11-0 BF 7 12 0
Br Peter and Maria Byrne
T Harry Derham, Newbury S OLBG EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), ORANGE sleeves, ORANGE and WHITE check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 2 of his 3 starts over fences for Oliver Sherwood and back-to-back wins for this yard over 20.5f at Southwell in September/October. Ran below-par back down in trip there on return last month but type to bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/6/2024 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface. Star RatingHHHHH Official
2 WHO’S THE GUV’NOR (IRE)
B g Gold Well - Clamit Brook (IRE)
O Mr & Mrs I P Earnshaw
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
(30)
61101/-P D 10 11 11
Br Noel Collins
S IPE Developments Limited PURPLE, YELLOW diamond, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, EMERALD GREEN cap, YELLOW diamond.
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner in summer 2022 but showed nothing on first run since at Market Rasen last month. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97
3 BLAZE A TRAIL (IRE) (25)
B g Morozov (USA) - Bright Blaze (IRE)
O Belly’s Heroes
T John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
22P2-P0 CD 10 11 7
Br J. H. Kidd
S Tote WHITE and ROYAL BLUE stripes, hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off a 5-timer over fences in 2022 and he ran well on the back of 7 months off when second of 5 in handicap chase at Wincanton (15.7f). Ran below-par next 2 starts, however, and headgear now applied Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93
4 GAMBIE TIEP (FR) (25) 14654-3 D 8 11 7
B g Zambezi Sun - Uitiepy (FR)
O Mrs Sophie Pauling
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
BLACK, RED hooped sleeves and cap.
Br Michel Contignon & Mathilde Contignon
S Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner for this yard in 2023, the latest an all-the-way success at Bangor (17.3f, soft) in October Back to form when third at Worcester last month and remains 1lb below last winning mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official
5 FLOATING ROCK (GER) (25) 0/56-P3P CD 9 11 7
B g It’s Gino (GER) - Fly Osoria (GER)
O Mr Michael Gates
T Michael Gates, Stratford-Upon-Avon
EMERALD GREEN and WHITE diabolo, WHITE cap.
Br Stall 5-Stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Eight wins from 30 NH runs Winless for this yard but step back in the right direction at Stratford and suffered a broken rein back over fences since. Worth another chance. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/6/2024 it was reported that the jockey’s right rein broke Star
6 ADMIRAL’S SUNSET (GB) (12) 656-44P CD 11 11 0
B m Mount Nelson - Early Evening
O Miss E. J. Tanner
T David Weston, West Overton
RED, DARK GREEN and RED striped sleeves and cap.
Br Lakin Bloodstock, Hillard Bloodstock &Trading Ltd
S Flintstone Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran mare who sprung a surprise when winning over fences at Stratford last spring Not operating at same level since, however. Change of headgear
BROMLEY (5)
BRIAN HUGHES
CONNOR BRACE
LIAM HARRISON
CHRIS WARD (3)
JAMES DAVIES
7 GO FOX (GB) (42)
Ch g Foxwedge (AUS) - Bling Bling (IRE)
P225-36 C 9 10 4
O The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Br Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade
T Neil King, Burderop
DARK BLUE, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over fences last summer but not in same form since, sixth of 8 in handicap chase (4/1) at Fakenham (16.3f, good) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces back on.
8 CONCEAL (IRE)
(33)
Ch g Stowaway - Babyshan (IRE)
O The JGF Racing Club
T Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
P/3446-4 9 10 4
Br Alan Britton
S Fairfax and Favor Ltd WHITE, RED cross belts, DARK BLUE sleeves, MAROON armlets, LIGHT BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Uttoxeter in autumn 2022 but more lows than highs since, though latest fourth at Southwell was at least a step back in the right direction.
9 FROMPOSTTOPILLAR (GB) (23)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Altesse de Sou (FR)
055/0P-6 6 10 4
O Mr T. R. Gretton Br Yorton Farm Stud
T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
DARK BLUE, YELLOW chevron hoops, DARK BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW hoop
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form over hurdles and fared no better in pair of starts over fences late last year However, did offer something to work on when sixth of 12 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (19.2f, good to firm) on comeback 23 days ago, left with too much to do
10 BUCK OF MAINE (FR) (16)
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ecossette (FR)
O Mrs N. Unsworth & Assocs
P45P-00 5 10 2
Br Mr Thierry Desgranges
T Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest S Peter and Karen Bowen Racing
LIGHT BLUE, BROWN chevrons on sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form over hurdles and well held on chase bow at Cartmel latest
11 INVINCIBLE WISH (IRE) (7) 6-65426 12 10 2
B g Vale of York (IRE) - Moonlight Wish (IRE)
O Michael & Lesley Wilkes
T Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Br Cyril Ryan
S Tote
EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW diamonds, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, YELLOW armlets and diamonds on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who is a long-standing maiden over jumps but made first impact for a while when runner-up at Stratford last month. Not disgraced at Market Rasen last week but others more likely for the win.
12 LONIMOSS
BARELIERE
B g Palamoss (IRE) - Lonia Blue (FR)
O Mr Craig Hayes
T Rob Summers, Solihull
(FR) (25) P4PP-55 8 10 2
Br E.A.R.L. Haras de La Bareliere
MAROON, LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves, MAROON cap, LIGHT BLUE star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden. 7lb out of the weights
Number of Declared Runners 12................................................................................................(Exacta)
Blinkers worn first time by No. 10.
Visor worn first time by No. 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 9.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 7, 8.
PHILIP ARMSON (3)
BETTING FORECAST:
9-2 Mystic Man (IRE), 6-1 Gambie Tiep (FR), Conceal (IRE), 7-1 Go Fox (GB), 8-1 Floating Rock (GER), 14-1 Fromposttopillar (GB), 16-1 Who’s The Guv’nor (IRE), 18-1 Blaze A Trail (IRE), Admiral’s Sunset (GB), 22-1 Buck of Maine (FR), 28-1 Invincible Wish (IRE), 40-1 Lonimoss Bareliere (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
MYSTIC MAN disappointed after 8 months off at Southwell but is worth another chance back down in class given his progressive profile last season. Floating Rock can have a line put through his return to chasing and ran well over hurdles prior to that, while Fromposttopillar offered something to work on at Market Rasen.
1-2-3:
1.MYSTIC MAN (IRE) 2.FLOATING ROCK (GER) 3.FROMPOSTTOPILLAR
The Allsopp Family have 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.
We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using flash
“The
Best Dressed” PRIZES FOR
Our ‘Best Dressed Picnic’ competition will run on the 14th and 21st of July fixtures. It will be secretly judged for picnics on the centre course only, during racing. Winners will be announced before the 4th race. Winners chosen will receive main enclosure tickets for another race meeting of their choice.
The M & M 60th Wedding Anniversary
Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) A SEE PAGE 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 JUST THE MAN (FR) (167) 625356- 8 12 0
Gr g Rajsaman (FR) - Yachtclubgenoa (IRE)
O Exors of the Late Mr K W Bell
Br Compagnia Generale SRL
T John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn S K W Bell Group Ltd
LIGHT BLUE, RED braces, sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice last summer but last seen finishing well held on the level and over hurdles in January. Has a bit to prove on return but this is a drop in class. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
2 EAGLE’S REALM (GB) (116) 16/4245- CD 6 11 11
B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Regal Realm
O Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold S The Good Racing Company Ltd
BLACK, RED stripe, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, RED diamond.
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back C&D winner in summer of 2022 and in excellent order on the level for new yard, winning 4 times on the AW. Should be a major factor returned to hurdling in a race like this Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 102
3 PAK ARMY (IRE)
(60)
Ch g Arcano (IRE) - Charity Box
O Miss Daisy Hitchins
T Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check
11PPP6- C 9 11 10
Br G. Kenny & Michael Nolan
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a cross-code 4-timer at this venue in June 2023. Low-key start for current yard but put that right when a ready winner on the level at Bath in May. Back hurdling on his last successful mark.
4
STAR LEGEND
(IRE) (17) 4213-22 BF 5 11 10
B g Galileo (IRE) - Thai Haku (IRE)
O Deva Racing SL 1
T James Owen, Newmarket
Br Rockhart Trading Ltd
S Deva Racing Group
DARK BLUE, RED disc, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from the Flat and best effort yet over hurdles when twice finding only one too good in June Definite claims on those performances but last 2 efforts on the level leave plenty to be desired, though.
5 FENNA’S LOSS (IRE) (59) 02PPP-0 7 11 10
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Caronova (IRE)
O Mr S. G. Allen
T Stephen Allen, Chipping Norton
Br P. O’Gorman
BLACK and PINK (quartered), BLACK sleeves, PINK spots
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who scored at Hexham last summer Good second back at that course in September but very little to shout about since and has left Mark Walford.
6 BEHOLDEN (GB) (42) 2/3/05-34 8 11 7
B g Cacique (IRE) - Pure Joy
O Foxtrot Racing Beholden
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, RED cap.
Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd
S Foxtrot Racing Syndicates
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in 2021 but lightly raced since with a patchy profile, shaping well at Wincanton after another 8 months off, but not so good last couple of outings Dangerous to rule him out given the mark he has dropped to
JAMES TURNER (3)
BEAU MORGAN
CHARLIE MAGGS (5)
WORSLEY
7 BATHGATE
(GB) (16) 0043-0 4 11 2
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Comtesse du Sud (FR)
O Mr P. Kirby
T Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd
S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
DARK GREEN, YELLOW seams, halved sleeves, DARK GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in bumpers but more promising signs when reaching the frame in a couple of maiden hurdles for Tom Weston this spring. Has a much less exposed profile than the majority of these and he probably needed the run on handicap/stable debut last month. Better expected. Star RatingHHHII
8 OUTBACK FRONTIERS
(IRE) (32) 1/20/0-40 8 10 2
Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bord de Loire (FR)
O Mr Stephen Price
T John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Benjamin J. Daunt
YELLOW and BLACK check, WHITE and RED check sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some ability remains on his second outing back from a long absence when fourth of 10 at Hereford in May but unable to back it up at Fontwell since, always behind
9 QUEEN OF STEEL (GB) (19)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Canyara (GER)
O Mr K Jefferies & Partner
T Mark Usher, Lambourn
PINK, ROYAL BLUE epaulets and armlets, striped cap.
3524-30 4 10 2
Br The Flying One
S Mark Usher Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat and whilst also winless in this sphere, she shaped quite nicely over 2m here last month and then wasn’t seen to best effect at Newton Abbot One to consider Star
10 DRAGONBALL
PRINCE
(IRE) (13) 540-P0 4 10 2
B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Island Odyssey
O Pete & Sue Maguire
Br Austin Nevin & Henrietta Egan
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway
ROYAL BLUE and PURPLE check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended his time on the Flat (for Hugo Palmer) out of form No real promise in
for current yard. Star Rating
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 Looks limited on early evidence and she’s a long way out of the
Number of Declared Runners
Hood worn by No. 11. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.
BETTING FORECAST:
4-1 Star Legend (IRE), 9-2 Eagle’s Realm (GB), 11-2 Pak Army (IRE), 8-1 Beholden (GB), 17-2 Queen of Steel (GB), 11-1 Just The Man (FR), 14-1 Bathgate (GB), 20-1 Outback Frontiers (IRE), 25-1 Fenna’s Loss (IRE), 40-1 Dragonball Prince (IRE), 66-1 Whitehall Flyer (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
EAGLE’S REALM has enjoyed plenty of success on the Flat since last racing over hurdles, and on that evidence, this mark should be within range returned to obstacles. Pak Army also won on the level last time so he’s of interest, with Queen of Steel another to consider
Happy Birthday Barbara Shepherd!
Happy 80th birthday to our dear Auntie Barbara. Wishing you a special day full of the love and laughter you deserve.
Enjoy the ride and we hope you have many more furlongs left to run!
With hugs and much love from Steph, Paul, Caroline, Liz, Clare and families xxxxx
3 R D RA C E 2 .
The Barbara Shepherd 80th Birthday Celebration
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 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1
GENTLE
CONNECTIONS
B m Gentlewave (IRE) - Well Connected
(GB) (36) 6P0/54-2 7 12 0
O Yorton Racing Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
T Dan Skelton, Alcester BLACK, BEIGE chevron.
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner over hurdles in first half of 2022. Struggled after before back-to-form second in handicap chase at Bangor on belated return 5 weeks ago, finishing with running left. Of interest. Star RatingHHHHI
2 AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) (16) 30PP-40 D 9 11 9
B g Where Or When (IRE) - Final Run (IRE)
O The Reserved Judgment Partnership Br William Martin
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold RED and WHITE stripes, DARK BLUE and WHITE striped sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has dropped a long way in the weights since winning back-to-back small-field handicap chases in 2022, but the majority of his efforts since have lacked spark and was well held at Bangor 16 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating
3 DUSKY DAYS
(IRE) (26) 2/63P-1P C BF 7 11 9
Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Day’s Over
O Mrs K. B. Gunn Br P. J. Reynolds
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S Betvictor
DARK GREEN and LIGHT GREEN stripes, WHITE sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning return in 17f handicap here in May but highlighted his inconsistency when running below-par there since. Headgear now applied STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/6/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHHII
4 INGENNIO (FR) (16) 3511-54 6 11 9
B g Lauro (GER) - Casbah Rose (FR)
O Mr Phil Ellerby, Mr D Pollitt & Partners Br S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
WHITE, GREY braces, striped sleeves, GREY cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hacked up in a selling handicap at Fakenham in April and followed up there in decisive fashion 11 days later. Left Richard Hobson and just respectable efforts both starts for this yard.
5 COCONUT TWIST (IRE) (46) 22221-1 6 11 4
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Presenting Chaos (IRE)
O Troika Racing
T Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
GREY, PINK seams, GREY cap.
Br Kieran Lennon
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up all 5 starts over hurdles last season and made a winning start over fences for new yard at Newton Abbot in May, beating 2 subsequent winners Open to improvement and high on shortlist
6 HOBIE (FR) (43) 5P52-20 BF 7 11 0
B g Coastal Path - Beauty Blue (FR)
O Dr Tom Davies, Steve Merry & Tim Wright Br G.A.E.C. de L’Ombre
T David Dennis, Banbury
ORANGE, PURPLE star and star on cap.
S DD Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who landed a 2m maiden hurdle at Worcester 14 months ago Mixed record over fences, well held at Worcester 6 weeks ago Headgear on.
HARRY SKELTON
KIELAN WOODS
7 CHABADATIKA (FR) (46) 1/05P-0P 5 10 13
Gr m Magneticjim (IRE) - Chabada Le Dun (FR)
O Mr Willem Van Der Horst
T Syd Hosie, Sherborne
Br Elisabeth Cucheval, David Dahan & Salomo
S Sherborne Utilities Ltd
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, RED and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over hurdles in France but hasn’t offered much in 5 starts for her current yard, taking little interest on chase bow latest Star
8 UNWANTED ATTENTION (IRE) (16) 05P-312 BF 6 10 10
B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Balinacary
O Carl & Emma Pyne
T Ryan Potter, Sellack
EMERALD GREEN, LIGHT GREEN star and star on cap.
Br Joseph Robb
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences in handicap chase (10/3) at Market Rasen (21.4f, good to firm) and backed that up with good second at Cartmel Should go well again.
9 HOLLINGTON (FR) (23) F1/5P-62
Gr g Cokoriko (FR) - Banquise (FR)
O Mrs S. J. Easterby
T Tim Easterby, Malton
ROYAL BLUE, BROWN epaulets, ORANGE cap.
Br Mr Evan Hanbury
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in points who got back on track reverted to fences when second at Market Rasen last month, albeit no match for winner
10 PLAY BY THE RULES (IRE) (21) 0r0-455 5 10 6
B g Vocalised (USA) - Teodolite (IRE)
O Molly and Paul Willis
T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br J. S. Bolger
S Junction 24 Ltd
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to fire over
11 WE GOT YOUR BACK (GB) (23)
B g Kayf Tara - Blaeberry
O The Stagger Inn
Br Lady Bland
T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds S Postpack Ltd
RED, BLACK star, sleeves and stars on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless over hurdles and hasn’t taken to chasing so far
12 BUTO (GB) (29)
Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Mea Parvitas (IRE)
O NORTH STAR RACING
Br Michael E. Wates
T Micky Hammond, Middleham S Micky Hammond Racing
DARK BLUE, WHITE star, armlets and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Recent form looks limited 10lb out of handicap
13 STUNSAIL (FR) (906)
B g Davidoff (GER) - Rio Athenas (FR)
O Duckhaven Stud
T Joe Tickle, Tiverton
EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW disc
Br Edgar Van Haaren
TIMEFORM VIEW Makes chase debut. First run for yard after leaving Claire Dyson. 20lb out of the handicap Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 59
Number of Declared Runners 13................................................................................................(Exacta)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 6.
Hood worn by No. 13.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 8, 10, 12.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7, 8, 10, 12.
JAMIE HAMILTON
ADAM WEDGE
JOE WILLIAMSON (3)
LIAM HARRISON
2023: STEEL WAVE (IRE) 13 11 5 Tabitha Worsley 4-1 (Gary Hanmer) 7 ran
BETTING FORECAST:
10-3 Coconut Twist (IRE), 9-2 Gentle Connections (GB), 6-1 Unwanted Attention (IRE), 12-1 Dusky Days (IRE), Hobie (FR), Hollington (FR), 14-1 Aviewtosea (IRE), 16-1 Ingennio (FR), 18-1 Play By The Rules (IRE), 33-1 We Got Your Back (GB), 66-1 Chabadatika (FR), Buto (GB), 300-1 Stunsail (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
UNWANTED ATTENTION is very much getting the hang of things over fences now, clear of the rest when second at Cartmel, and can quickly resume winning ways. Gentle Connections was back on song after an absence when second at Bangor and is the obvious threat along with Coconut Twist, who made a winning start over fences in good style for new connections at Newton Abbot. 1-2-3:
The Family of Barbara Shepherd have 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.
D E S I G N A
E D AL CO HO L AR EA S
The Stratford Racecourse Executive hope you have an enjoyable day and ask for your cooperation in ensuring that ALCOHOLIC DRINKS ARE ONLY CONSUMED IN THE DESIGNATED AREAS. T H E FA MI LY OF BA RB AR A SH EP HE RD
Happy
70th
Birthday Malc
A lovely Husband, Dad, Grampy, Brother in Law, Father in Law and Uncle
The Malcom Wheeler 70th Birthday Celebration
Juvenile Hurdle Race
(Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
for juvenile three yrs old
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 PLAY PRETEND (IRE) (30) 1 11 7
B g Make Believe - Pride Celebre (IRE)
O The Holt Fleet Hot Shots
T Dave Roberts, Kenley
RED and YELLOW stripes, diabolo on sleeves
Br Tum Nuttall & Make Believe Syndicate
S Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to a couple of hurdle winners and overcame inexperience to do likewise himself on debut at Market Rasen last month, well on top by the line. Penalty to defy here but he’s open to plenty of progress Star RatingHHHHI Official
2 BATTLE OF OMDURMAN (GB) (20) 11 0
B g Churchill (IRE) - Gadwa
O Knowle Racing Stables Limited
T Deborah Cole, Solihull
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap.
Br Plantation Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to modest hurdler Mind Hunter (17f winner, by Gleneagles). Fair maiden on Flat (stays 11.5f), respectable third last time Has left Ollie Sangster but has the raw ability to be a factor at this level if taking to hurdling
3 KALKAROO (IRE) (30) 3 11
B g Australia - Laka (IRE)
O Miss S. Pilkington
T Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
CHOCOLATE, ORANGE cross belts, check cap.
Br Yeomanstown LS Ltd T.Coyle Flaxmanstable
S Fairfax and Favor Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off at 100/1 when well held only start on Flat for Paul Webber last summer but opening third over hurdles behind Play Pretend wasn’t devoid of promise, sticking to his task.
4 MILL STREET (USA) (19)
B g Medaglia d’Oro (USA) - Sara Street (USA)
O Dan Donoghue & Hilary Pridham Br Godolphin Ltd
T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares
PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE disc, WHITE and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves, PURPLE and LIGHT BLUE hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame twice from 4 starts in US Flat maidens and showed plenty to work on sent hurdling when second of 11 at Newton Abbot 3 weeks ago Major player.
5 ROGUE KING (IRE) (14)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Selyl
O The Rogues Gallery Br Sunderland Holding Inc.
T James Owen, Newmarket S Excel Entertainment Ltd
RED, WHITE inverted triangle, halved sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), improved when winning at Wolverhampton last time Visor kept on now hurdling for up-and-coming yard. Star RatingHHHII
6 HAPPY PLACE (IRE) (30) 6
B f Crystal Ocean - Happy Land (IRE)
O Dick and Mandy Higgins
Br Knocklong House Stud
T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE triple diamond, striped sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame in Flat maidens at up to 1m for Harry Eustace last autumn and joined a leading stable ahead of switch to hurdles but she was below-par at Market Rasen in race won by Play Pretend Star Rating
7 MASONBROOK MEADOW (IRE) (44)
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Kathy Glory (IRE)
O THE 69 RACING TEAM
10 7
Br Kevin Quinn
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury S We Do Vans
YELLOW, BLACK epaulets, striped sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/4m), seemed unsuited by undulations at Chepstow last time. Bounce back needed now hurdling Star
8 SCOTTIE’S SISTER
(GER) (19) 03 10 7
B f Le Brivido (FR) - Six Cents (IRE)
O Hunscote Stud Limited
Br Hunscote Stud Ltd
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
YELLOW, BLACK disc, BLACK and YELLOW halved
hurdles debut at Market Rasen but put that experience
Number of Declared Runners 8..................................................................................................(Exacta) Visor worn by No. 5.
BETTING FORECAST:
5-2 Mill Street (USA), 11-4 Play Pretend (IRE), 17-2 Kalkaroo (IRE), 9-1 Rogue King (IRE), 11-1 Battle of Omdurman (GB), 12-1 Scottie’s Sister (GER), 14-1 Happy Place (IRE), 25-1 Masonbrook Meadow (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY: Having displayed ability when owned by Godolphin in the US, MILL STREET offered plenty to work on over hurdles when second at Newton Abbot 3 weeks ago and the 7lb he receives from easy Market Rasen winner Play Pretend may prove decisive. Battle of Omdurman’s Flat form suggests he can be a factor if taking to this new discipline.
1-2-3: 1.MILL STREET (USA) 2.PLAY PRETEND (IRE) 3.BATTLE OF OMDURMAN
The Great British Bonus (GBB) Scheme offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per
The Family of Malcolm Wheeler have 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
The Jebbo Becomes A Septuagenarian
‘National Hunt’ Maiden Hurdle Race
(Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 CONNOLLY (IRE) (134) 00/00- 6 11 4
B g Califet (FR) - Bartlemy Bell (IRE)
O Mr Andrew Gough Br R. Lynch
T Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster S SJD Racing RED, WHITE disc, RED sleeves, WHITE spots
TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise in 4 starts for Emma Lavelle, most recently on hurdles debut in March.
STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
2 ELECTRIC EDDY (GB)
(13) 504-032 BF 6 11 4
B g Mount Nelson - Airlie Beach (IRE)
O Mrs. Rowland Crellin Br Mr Rowland Crellin
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
BLACK, WHITE sash and sleeves, RED cap, WHITE star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability for Prunella Dobbs in Ireland and quietly progressive in handicaps for this yard, second of 10 at Worcester a fortnight ago Likely to give it a good shot back in maiden company.
3 GREENWAYS (IRE) (173)
Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Terme Cay (USA)
O Mrs M. Chance
T Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
Br Burgage Stud
MAROON and BEIGE check, MAROON sleeves, MAROON cap, BEIGE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some promise in bumpers and shaped in kind tried hurdling when tenth of 17 in a maiden at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) in January. Well held at Newton Abbot 11 days later and since left Ali Stronge Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating
4 HELPFUL (GB) (318) 00- 5 11 4
B g Oasis Dream - Magic (IRE)
O Mrs Gill Summers
T Rob Summers, Solihull
LIGHT BLUE, WHITE hoops and armlets
Br Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers 4 months apart for different yards. Tongue strap on now hurdling STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/8/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating
5 R S AMBUSH (IRE) (21) 24240-2 BF 5 11 4
B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Archdale Ambush (IRE)
O Mr Michael P. Tudor
Br Arctic Tack Stud & M. O’Leary
T Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich S Coulthursts Ltd
ROYAL BLUE and BLACK check, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who showed he can be very competitive in handicaps when second over 19f at Carlisle (soft) in December Too free back at that venue in February but in keeping with many from his yard, was right back on his game when runner-up at Hexham. Right in the mix fitted with cheekpieces Star RatingHHHHI Official
6 TIMEFORARUM (GB) (16)
B g Proconsul - Timeforagin
O Mr Brian Eckley
T Brian Eckley, Brecon
BLACK, WHITE diamond, armlets and star on cap.
Br B. J. Eckley
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on first of three outings in bumpers Looked a work in progress in maiden hurdles but found no improvement switched to handicaps
BEN FFRENCH DAVIS (5)
PHILIP ARMSON (3)
7 DON RAFAEL (IRE) (29) 406-62 4 11 0
B g Always Dreaming (USA) - Palinodie (FR)
O The Lucky Seven
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd
S FBC Manby Bowdler
ROYAL BLUE, RED Cross of Lorraine, RED and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise in a trio of bumpers and progressed from hurdles debut when second of 9 at Uttoxeter a month. Winner that day improved since so he has to enter the reckoning.
8 EL BATTLE BUS (IRE) (64) 6 4 11 0
B g Australia - Moondust (IRE)
O Mr T. G. Leslie
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br China Horse Club International Ltd
YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE seams, GREY sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Australia gelding Dam, lightly-raced maiden on Flat, closely related to fairly useful hurdler (2m winner) Royal Reserve. Hooded but just hinted at ability when mid-field in a bumper at Haydock on debut in May.
9 GOLDEN MOONSHAKE (IRE) (26)
Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Shake The Moon (GER)
O Atlantic Friends Racing
T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Prospect Stables /J. Kehoe
S Junction 24 Ltd
DARK BLUE, WHITE chevrons, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW First worthwhile form when third of 9 at Stratford last month but chance he was flattered in a slowly-run race
10 BELLE MONTROSE (IRE) (30)
B m Milan - Rag’s Lady (IRE)
O Cheltenham Boys & Steve Chick
T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
RED, WHITE hoops, checked sleeves and cap.
Br Noel Fenton
TIMEFORM VIEW £28,000 buy after finishing runner-up on her sole start in Irish points Progressive form in bumpers, albeit at a fairly modest level and though sent off 66/1 for hurdles bow at Newton Abbot, she again showed ability.
11 RUNAWAY BRIDE (IRE) (26)
Ch m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - War Bride (GER)
O Mr Charlie Huggins
T David Dennis, Banbury
Br Brendan Kearney
S DD Racing Ltd
WHITE and RED stripes, YELLOW and BLACK check sleeves, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit in a bumper for Mrs Grainne O’Connor at Tipperary in May. Changed hands for £6,000 after and failed to build on that sent hurdling here a month ago
B f Wings of Eagles (FR) - Mytara
O M White M Beesley S Horsfall
T Laura Horsfall, Towcester
Br Mrs J. Morrissey
S Abacus Securities Ltd ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise at best in bumpers Well held on hurdles
more when third returned to this venue last month. Star
13 OCEAN FRONTIER (GB) (80) 560- 4 10 7
B f Frontiersman - Ocean Transit (IRE)
O Ocean’s Five
Br G. E. Amey
T Richard Price, Hereford S Tote GREEN, WHITE cross belts, NAVY BLUE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact in bumpers.
14 PORRIDGE (IRE) (40)
B f Casamento (IRE) - Boldilocks
O Mr P. Long
Br Simon Walford
T Tracey Leeson, Towcester MAROON, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Casamento filly Dam unraced, out of useful hurdler/fair chase winner (stayed 2 3/4m) Bold Fire Fourth on sole outing in points and joined a good yard, but bumper efforts at Southwell not brimming with promise. Hurdles debut for new yard.
NOONAN
5-2 R S Ambush (IRE), 3-1 Don Rafael (IRE), 11-2 Electric Eddy (GB), 11-1 Flighttothestars (IRE), 14-1 Timeforarum (GB), Belle Montrose (IRE), 16-1 El Battle Bus (IRE), 25-1 Golden Moonshake (IRE), 66-1 Porridge (IRE), 100-1 Runaway Bride (IRE), 300-1 Connolly (IRE), Greenways (IRE), Helpful (GB), Ocean Frontier (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
DON RAFAEL stuck to his task really well when runner-up at Uttoxeter a month ago, and with the winner that day showing improved form since, that performance looks pretty solid in the contest of this. He’s awarded the vote at the main expense of R S Ambush and Electric Eddy 1-2-3: 1.DON RAFAEL (IRE) 2.R S AMBUSH (IRE) 3.ELECTRIC EDDY
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The Barry The Butcher Raise The Steaks Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)
(For The Stratford Summer Salver)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)
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 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 EVERYONESGAME (IRE) (37) 31100-0 D 7 12 0
Ch g Jet Away - Rose Vic (IRE)
O Mr Malcolm Olden
Br Niall Delany
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough S Hatherden Horse Transport WHITE and BLACK check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times for Charlie Longsdon in 2023, including a Class 2 Worcester handicap last June. Well held both subsequent starts and not enough encouragement on debut for this yard at Market Rasen last month.
2 FINEST VIEW (GB) (9) 0061-22 C 7 11 4
B m Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend
O Pitchall Stud Partnership
Br Pitchall Stud
T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Goodwin Racing Ltd LIGHT GREEN, DARK BLUE epaulets, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a reduced mark on her second start back with Alan King at this course (16.3f, good to soft) in April. Runner-up with good efforts on both subsequent starts and she’s expected to go well again.
3 SONGO (IRE) (55) 4///1103-2 8 11 3
B g Most Improved (IRE) - Sacre Fleur (IRE)
O The Songo Partnership
T Richard Hawker, Frome
Br Sacre Fleur Partnership
EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE hoops, EMERALD GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer who won a pair of novice hurdles over C&D under Harry Cobden last summer Well held both subsequent outings for Milton Harris but excellent start for new yard when runner-up over 18.5f at Newton Abbot in May. Star
4 FINISK RIVER (GB) (46) 5520P-4 11 11 0
Gr g Red Rocks (IRE) - Scopa d’Assi (IRE)
O Mr Les Buckley Br Immobiliare Casa Paola SRL
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
BLACK, BLACK and RED diabolo on sleeves
S Special Piping Materials Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 4 times around 2 1/2m in 2022. Back to form from reduced mark when second of 7 at Bangor last September but disappointing since. Star RatingHHIII Official
5 DOCTOR PARNASSUS (IRE) (175) 00P0/04- D 6 10 12
B g Make Believe - We’ll Go Walking (IRE)
O The Blind Squirrels
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
BLACK, BLACK and PINK check sleeves and cap.
Br Knockainey Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (15.6f, heavy) 175 days ago, not knocked about Has now rejoined his former trainer from much-reduced mark and is worth a chance to make a winning return if the market speaks in his favour Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112
6 RAKHINE STATE (IRE) (266) 33/613P- CD 11 10 7
B g Arakan (USA) - Oiselina (FR)
O Mr Adam Lucock
T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
PURPLE, YELLOW star, armlets and stars on cap.
Br Bluegate Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over fences here a year ago Pulled up when last seen in October and likely to need this back over hurdles STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/10/2023 it was reported that the horse made a mistake at the 2nd fence. Star RatingHHIII Official
HARRY COBDEN
BRIAN HUGHES
SKELTON
KIELAN WOODS
7 JEEPYDOFF MEEL (FR) (16)
B g Davidoff (GER) - Jeepee’s Dream (IRE)
O Don’t Stop Us Now Partnership
2242P-0 D 6 10 6
Br Mr Didier Ladroue & Mrs Nicole Ladroue
T Philip Kirby, Richmond S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd PINK, BLACK disc, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Market Rasen (18.5f) last June and also runner-up in novices on 3 other occasions in the first half of last season. Hasn’t fired since, including on reappearance, so something to prove. Star RatingHHIII
8 SIX AND OUT (GB) (26)
Ch g Sixties Icon - Extremely Rare (IRE)
O Miss E. J. Tanner
0345-1U CD 6 10 4
Br D. J. Weston
T David Weston, West Overton S Flintstone Bloodstock RED, DARK GREEN and RED striped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and won a novice over C&D in June Hampered and unseated early but remains with potential, so merits respect on handicap debut
Number of Declared Runners 8..................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
BETTING FORECAST:
11-4 Six And Out (GB), 7-2 Finest View (GB), Doctor Parnassus (IRE), 11-2 Songo (IRE), 16-1 Rakhine State (IRE), 25-1 Everyonesgame (IRE), 28-1 Finisk River (GB), 40-1 Jeepydoff Meel (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
DOCTOR PARNASSUS is significantly lower in the weights than the last time he was in the care of Dan Skelton and, having shaped a bit better than the result when last seen five months ago, he’s worth a chance to capitalise if strong in the betting. Handicap-debutant Six And Out is another one to consider 1-2-3: 1.DOCTOR PARNASSUS (IRE) 2.SIX AND OUT 3.FINEST VIEW
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Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 5) (DIV I)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund
£5000
Owners Prize Money Winner £2020; Second £1010; Third £505; Fourth £253; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of theWeights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 PRAIRIE DIAMOND (IRE) (45)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Siba de La Pampa (FR)
O Mr N. McAllen
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
BLACK, RED stars
1/4406-3 5 11 12
Br Southeast Bloodstock Ltd & Owen Hickey
S FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner of Hereford bumper last February and has offered encouragement at times over hurdles, third in a handicap at Warwick on latest outing. May do better with a hood on after a break Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93
2 JASSUR DES BROSSES (FR) (23) 5000-00 5 11 9
B g Magneticjim (IRE) - Tikida (FR)
O Mr Jim Gill
T Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning
Br Pierre Lecoq & Pierre Fertillet
PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, first run since leaving Ms Margaret Mullins when eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/6/2024 it was reported that the jockey briefly lost his iron. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating
3 TIQUE (GB) (16) 4604-56 5 11 9
B or Br m Blue Bresil (FR) - Toberdowney (IRE)
O Mrs Heather Royle
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br DC & HM Royle
S We Do Vans LIGHT GREEN and PURPLE check, PURPLE sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner at the fourth attempt here in May 2023 but has shown just modest form at best so far over hurdles Needs headgear to bring about some improvement. Star
4 NO MORE BOLERO (GB) (19) 556-02 5 11 6
Br g Protectionist (GER) - Ninfea (GER)
O Simon Hunt and Bob Wilson
T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold
Br Dr Christoph Berglar
S Winvic Construction Limited, R.Wilson Contractors Ltd
RED and WHITE check, BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good, 25/1) 19 days ago, running on. Remains with plenty of scope based on his useful Flat form, so looks a big player. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87
5 ABSOLUTELY FINE (IRE) (113) 0600- 5 11 2
B g Pillar Coral - Quine de Sivola (FR)
O Spectre Racing - Absolutely Fine
Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
BLACK and WHITE stripes, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t shown much yet but he’s bred to do much better and represents a top stable, so better is expected now upped markedly in trip Worth siding with if strong in the betting
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 83
6 LARKFIELD LUSIVE (IRE) (10) 35-0556 5 11 1
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Larkfield Lass (IRE)
O The Stagger Inn Duo
T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
LIGHT GREEN, ORANGE sash and armlets, WHITE cap.
Br Mr James Brennan
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who wasn’t disgraced on first 2 starts for present connections but form has dipped since. Visor might perk him up. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 82
DANIEL SANSOM (3)
BRENDAN POWELL
HARRY SKELTON
JOHN KINGTON
7 MY GIRL KATIE
(IRE) (16)
B m Ocovango - Kings Sister (IRE)
O Foxhills Racing Limited
60-3504 7 11 1
Br Thomas Mulhern
T Grace Harris, Shirenewton S Grace Harris Racing RED, ORANGE diamond, ORANGE sleeves, RED stars, ORANGE cap, RED diamonds
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who got back on track when fourth in a novice at Bangor last time Others look better treated, however.
8 JAUNTY BELLE (GB) (39)
Ch m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Jaunty Spirit
O Three Men & The Filly Br B. J. Eckley
0P505-P 6 11 0
T David Rees, Haverfordwest RED, GREY triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and arrives on the back of a tame display when pulled up at Newton Abbot last time Hard to make a case for.
9
ERIC CARMEN (IRE) (29) P0-51P0 8 10 11
B g Fame And Glory - Cooper’s Joy (IRE)
O The Ed-Chester Partnership Br Patrick Doyle
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
S Tote
RED, WHITE chevron, halved sleeves, RED and WHITE striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally capitalised on a mark that had fallen 21lb since joining the yard when scoring in the mud at Southwell in May but wasn’t in the same form next time and others make more appeal
10 NO MORE NO (IRE) (32)
Gr g Alkaadhem - Dranamol (IRE)
UP5P-10 CD 5 10 11
O Martin Redman & Maurice Thomas Br Pat & Tom Sinnott
T Lawney Hill, Aston Rowant
EMERALD GREEN, BLACK cross belts and armlets
S Prolinx Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous form well behind when making a winning handicap debut in a first-time visor from 12lb out of the weights over C&D in May. Poor effort at Fontwell next time but still relatively unexposed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
11 HAMMER DAN (IRE) (30) 006/0P-1 6 10 9
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Soliya (FR)
O Gillards Transport Ltd & John White Br Gary Adams
T David Pipe, Wellington S W & S Recycling
EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE diamond, DARK BLUE and EMERALD GREEN halved sleeves, DARK BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous efforts well behind when landing a Newton Abbot handicap with something to spare a month ago Still on a basement with the scope for better still, so one to consider Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 76
Number of Declared Runners 11................................................................................................(Exacta)
Pieces
rst
by No. 3, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
9-2 No More Bolero (GB), Absolutely Fine (IRE), 6-1 Hammer Dan (IRE), 17-2 Larkfield Lusive (IRE), 10-1 Prairie Diamond (IRE), My Girl Katie (IRE), 14-1 Tique (GB), 16-1 No More No (IRE), 22-1 Eric Carmen (IRE), 25-1 Jaunty Belle (GB), 40-1 Jassur des Brosses (FR)
JAMES DAVIES
RICHARD PATRICK
JACK TUDOR
RACE SUMMARY:
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to
The University Hospitals Birmingham Charity
Novices’ Limited Handicap
Hurdle
Race
(Class 5) (DIV II)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £5000
Owners Prize Money Winner £2020; Second £1010; Third £505; Fourth £253; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of theWeights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 58 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 BORDERLINE (IRE) (13)
B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Seana Ghael (IRE)
O Mr R. M. E. Wright
0450-6B 6 11 12
Br Malachy Travers
T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton S Brendon Powerwashers
EMERALD GREEN, WHITE armlets, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form over hurdles for Martin Keighley and well held with a tongue tie added on his 2 1/2m course debut for new yard last month. Unseated at Worcester next time (best excused) and not one to write off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92
2 MOUNTAIN BAY (IRE) (42)
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - My Mountain (IRE)
O Steph Pitt & Clive Dunning
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
06P4-32 5 11 10
Br Mr Oliver Broderick
S We Do Vans
BLACK and YELLOW diamonds, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, BLACK armlets, YELLOW cap, BLACK diamond.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers but getting the hang of things as a hurdler, stepping forward again when second at Fakenham last time Cheekpieces can eke a bit more out and he makes most appeal
3 HUGUENEAU (FR) (13)
B g Lucayan (FR) - Cour d’Eau Ludique (FR)
O Mrs Sara Sutton and N Sutton
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
P42-P14 7 11 9
Br EARL Du Moulin & M. Clave & O. Ournac
S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
DARK BLUE and WHITE (halved), sleeves reversed, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in hurdle at Huntingdon in May. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle (8/1) at Worcester (23f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Likely to go well again.
4 DEADLOCK (IRE) (13)
B g El Kabeir (USA) - Impasse
O Not Another One Partnership
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
ORANGE, GREY triple diamond and diamond on cap.
40664-0 5 11 4
Br Tom McGrath & Redmarble Farm Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on the Flat and he ran creditably when fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f, good) in March. Hasn’t been on his game in either sphere since, though.
5 ARTHALOT (IRE)
B g Camelot - Annina (IRE)
O Thethrillofitall
T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
(70)
U05/0U0- 7 11 3
Br Mr Jim McGrath
WHITE, MAUVE chevron, MAUVE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, MAUVE cap, WHITE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on the Flat but has yet to make a significant impact over hurdles Has joined a shrewd yard now, though, and market support would likely be telling after a break STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run
5/5/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly Star Rating
6 SWEARER (IRE) (45)
Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Dance Cover (IRE)
O Mr Keiran Johns
T Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br Paul Giles
S Fire Defence Servicing
BLACK and RED check, RED sleeves, BLACK diamonds, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but little to shout about under Rules so far, only fifth to Etoile Brillante at Warwick last time. Unlikely to seriously feature. Star RatingHHIII
WILLIAMS
(7)
DODD (7)
LIAM HARRISON
BRYAN CARVER
7 JOKER DU CHENET (FR)
(13) 0P0-444 5 11 1
Br g Doctor Dino (FR) - Tanais du Chenet (FR)
O Pontoon racing
T James Owen, Newmarket
LIGHT BLUE, PINK spots, armlets and star on cap.
Br Mme Marie-Laure Besnouin
S The Rare Breed Meat Company
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable efforts at best without success for Stuart Crawford. Low-key start for yard but more encouragement on last two starts and tongue strap/cheekpieces go back on. Not ruled out.
8 FIXED WING (IRE)
(23)
B g Gamut (IRE) - Final Run (IRE)
O The KandM Racing Partnership
5005-40 6 11 0
Br William Martin
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
DARK BLUE, GREY hoop, GREY sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE and GREY quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW No better than mid-field in a pair of bumpers and yet to make a serious impact over hurdles Others are more appealing STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
9 INSPECTOR LYNLEY (GB) (13)
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Duchess of Seville
O Neil Mulholland Racing Club
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
LIGHT BLUE, RED chevrons, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
345P-23 7 10 12
Br Mrs H. R. Cross & Mrs S. A. Keys
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who arrives on the back of a couple of solid performances, placed again when third at Worcester recently Should be on the premises once more.
10 ETOILE BRILLANTE
(IRE) (30) 450P-16 6 10 10
Ch m Sholokhov (IRE) - Dam Royale (FR)
O Racehorse Ownership Club Br Michael Fennessy
T Michael Wigham, Newmarket S Racehorse Ownership Club
RED and WHITE diamonds, striped sleeves, RED cap, WHITE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Alexandra Dunn when 16/1, career best when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle atWarwick in May. Said to have a breathing problem when only sixth atWarwick a month ago so could get back on track STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/6/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. Star RatingHHHII
Ch g Lucarno (USA) - Avoine (IRE)
O Nobody else would have us Br Harris & Ford Ltd
T Dave Roberts, Kenley
BLACK, PINK epaulets, BLACK sleeves, PINK stars, PINK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/completed starts over hurdles Upped markedly in trip for handicap debut but hard to fancy with much confidence. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74
Number of Declared Runners
Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 7, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 9.
2023:(See Div 1):
BETTING FORECAST:
7-2 Mountain Bay (IRE), 6-1 Hugueneau (FR), 13-2 Inspector Lynley (GB), 17-2 Deadlock (IRE), 9-1 Joker du Chenet (FR), 10-1 Borderline (IRE), 12-1 Arthalot (IRE), 14-1 Etoile Brillante (IRE), 28-1 Swearer (IRE), 33-1 Fixed Wing (IRE), Nippin N Poppin (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
MOUNTAIN BAY is going the right way and the first-time cheekpieces might generate a bit more progress, so he takes preference over the in-form Hugueneau. Inspector Lynley is also in good order and expected to be on the premises again.
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R A C E CO ND IT IO N S
First Race 1.30 - THE ESME, ELLIE, MYLA & HARVEY ALLSOPP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4039 to the winning horse The second to receive £1858, the third £929, the fourth £465 and the fifth £231. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. £32 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb The Allsopp Family 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 in this race 30 entries, 5 at £7 and 25 at £32. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.00 - THE M & M 60TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. £29 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, 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 July 11th, 2024, 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 Malcolm & Marilyn Olden have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries, 1 at £6 and 17 at £29. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) A SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.30 - THE BARBARA SHEPHERD 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 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. £32 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The family of Barbara Shepherd 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 23 entries, 4 at £7 and 19 at £32. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.00 - THE MALCOM WHEELER 70TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb The family of Malcom Wheeler have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £75 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 13 entries at £40. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money.Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.30 - THE JEBBO BECOMES A SEPTUAGENARIAN ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The friends of Ian Jebson have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 20 entries at £40. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.00 - THE BARRY THE BUTCHER RAISE THE STEAKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
(For The Stratford Summer Salver) 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 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £62 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £49 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Barry The Butcher has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner The Stratford Summer Salver will be presented and then retained by the racecourse. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries, 1 at £13 and 13 at £62. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56)
SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.30 - THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM CHARITY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE(CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2640 to the winning horse The second to receive £1215, the third £607, the fourth £304 and the fifth £151. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb UHBC has generously sponsored this race 16 entries at £20. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2020; Second £1010; Third £505; Fourth £253; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 5.00 - THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM CHARITY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE(CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2640 to the winning horse The second to receive £1215, the third £607, the fourth £304 and the fifth £151. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 12th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb UHBC has generously sponsored this race 16 entries at £20. - Closed July 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2020; Second £1010; Third £505; Fourth £253; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2640.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE.
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