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 Ladies Day 2024. Today is one of the highlights of our season and we are delighted to welcome so many well dressed ladies and gentleman here to enjoy the afternoons racing
Together with 8 action packed horse races we will once again have free to use 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
We also have 3 competitions taking place during the afternoon. These include; Best Dressed Lady sponsored by Ardencote Spa, Best Hat sponsored by Hiorns
Hat and Best Dressed Couple sponsored by Avon Estates and Grace & Dotty The competition will be open from 11am with spotters walking around the enclosures Six finalist’s for the main categories will be selected and will be asked to come to the parade ring after the 4th race whereby the results will be announced.
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.
TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS
Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting
Harry Bannister
2.25, 2.55
Tom Bellamy
1.50, 4.35, 5.45
Connor Brace
4.00
Jamie Brace
1.50, 2.25
Kevin Brogan
2.55, 4.00
Henry Brooke 4.00
Jonathan Burke
1.50, 4.35
Tom Cannon
1.50
Bryan Carver
3.25, 5.45
TRAINERS JOCKEYS
Harry Cobden
1.50, 2.25, 2.55, 3.25, 4.00, 5.10
Rex Dingle 3.25, 4.35
Robert Dunne
2.55, 3.25, 4.35
Tristan Durrell 5.45
Jonathan England 4.00, 4.35
Elizabeth Gale 2.25, 2.55
Theo Gillard 4.35, 5.10
Ben Godfrey 4.35
Marc Goldstein 2.55, 4.00, 5.10
Charlie Hammond 4.35
Liam Harrison 4.00
Jack Hogan 2.25, 4.35
Sean Houlihan 5.10
Harry Kimber 4.00, 5.10, 5.45
William Maggs 1.50, 5.45
Craig Nichol 3.25
Ciaran O’Shea 1.50
Ben Poste 5.10, 5.45
Charlie Price 4.00, 5.10
Jack Quinlan 4.00
Harry Reed 3.25, 4.35, 5.45
Nick Scholfield 2.55, 4.00, 5.10, 5.45
Gavin Sheehan 1.50, 4.00, 4.35, 5.10, 5.45
Harry Skelton 1.50, 3.25, 4.35, 5.10
Mr Ben Sutton 5.45
Harriet Tucker 2.25, 2.55, 4.00
Chris Ward 2.25
Joe Williamson 4.35, 5.10
Kielan Woods 5.45
Tabitha Worsley 1.50, 2.25
Toby Wynne 2.55, 4.35
Nico de Boinville 2.25 Stephen Allen
James
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero 2.55, 4.00, 4.35
Hales
3.25, 4.00, 5.10
Fergal O’Brien 1.50, 4.00, 4.35
James Owen 1.50 Mark Pattinson 5.10
Ella Pickard 2.25
Dan Skelton 1.50, 3.25, 4.00, 4.35, 5.10, 5.45
Jamie Snowden 4.35, 5.10
Phillippa Taylor 2.25
Joe Tickle 5.45
Bill Turner 5.10
Nigel TwistonDavies 2.25
Robert Walford 4.00
Archie Watson 4.00
Sheena West 4.00
Ewan Whillans 3.25
Christian Williams 2.25, 2.55, 5.10, 5.45
Kayley Woollacott 4.35
William de Best-Turner 3.25
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 (28 wins from 112 runners, 25%) runs G A HENTY (1.50), IN THIS WORLD (3.25), JO’S RAINBOW (4.00), HOT FIZZY LIZZY (4.35), ITTACK BLUE (5.10), RONNIES RULES (5.45).
FERGAL O’BRIEN (22 wins from 112 runners, 20%) runs GWASH (1.50), UNITED FRONT (4.00), FASHIONELLE (4.35).
N TWISTON-DAVIES (19 wins from 84 runners, 23%) runs FINE BY ME (2.25).
MR JAMIE SNOWDEN (18 wins from 65 runners, 28%) runs OBSESSEDWITHYOU (4.35), CLIMBING (5.10).
G HANMER (18 wins from 66 runners, 27%) runs TIME TO TINKER (2.25), SIR TIVO (3.25), MALINA OCARINA and NORTHERN ROSE (4.35).
TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
A WATSON (5 wins from 38 runners, 13%) runs POLLING DAY (4.00).
A KING (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs ROYAL PRETENDER (1.50).
FERGAL O’BRIEN (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runners listed above. CHRISTIAN WILLIAMS (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs SIDE STEPPER (2.25), CAPTAIN’S PICK (2.55), UP FOR APPEAL (5.10), KAPTAIN DU HOUX (5.45).
P & M BOWEN (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs LADY HENRIETTA (5.45).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
HARRY SKELTON (25 wins from 77 rides, 32%) rides G A HENTY (1.50), IN THIS WORLD (3.25), HOT FIZZY LIZZY (4.35), ITTACK BLUE (5.10).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (22 wins from 92 rides, 24%) rides NOT WHAT IT SEEMS (1.50), STAGE SHOW (4.00), OBSESSEDWITHYOU (4.35), CLIMBING (5.10), O’MALLEY (5.45).
HARRY BANNISTER (15 wins from 73 rides, 21%) rides GUTTURAL (2.25), MORO ROCK (2.55).
KIELAN WOODS (14 wins from 62 rides, 23%) rides DROMBEG LAD (5.45).
TOM CANNON (12 wins from 63 rides, 19%) rides ROYAL PRETENDER (1.50).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
JONATHAN BURKE (4 wins from 13 rides, 31%) rides GWASH (1.50), FASHIONELLE (4.35).
CHRIS WARD (3 wins from 5 rides, 60%) rides HITTHEKETTLE (2.25).
NICK SCHOLFIELD (3 wins from 13 rides, 23%) rides CAPTAIN’S PICK (2.55), POLLING DAY (4.00), UP FOR APPEAL (5.10), KAPTAIN DU HOUX (5.45).
THOMAS BELLAMY (2 wins from 9 rides, 22%) rides BLUE STELLO (1.50), LADY GWEN (4.35), A LITTLE SOMETHING (5.45).
TOM CANNON (2 wins from 13 rides, 15%) rides listed above.
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.50 LUNAR POWER (won off 129 down 8lb to 121); 2.25 IF I SAY (won off 83 down 9lb to 74); 3.25 ONLY MONEY (won off 115 down 3lb to 112); 4.35 MALINA OCARINA (won off 88 down 4lb to 84); LONE STAR (won off 110 down 5lb to 105).
CLASSY TIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.50 CALAGOGO (down 2 grades).
STABLE MOVES
1.50 BLUE STELLO has moved from N Henderson to Mrs Emma Fenton; 1.50 CALAGOGO has moved from S G Allen to Stephen Allen; 1.50 HONNEUR D’AJONC has moved from Mrs J Williams to James Owen; 4.00 GALILEO GLASS has moved from P Evans to Martin Dunne; 4.00 JTADORE DE FORGAN has moved from Miss Kelly Morgan to L Morgan; 5.10 HEDGEHOPPER has moved from N R Williams to Mrs S W Lewis; 5.45 A LITTLE SOMETHING has moved from Ciaran O’Brien to Mrs Emma Fenton; 5.45 COLD STEEL has moved from Claire Hitch to J Tickle; 5.45 PEACE PACT has moved from Francesca Poste to H Dickin.
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
CRACKING DESTINY (3.25) trained by Ewan Whillans, Hawick, distance of 265 miles. BRIGHT SUNBIRD (2.25) trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, distance of 210 miles. LONE STAR (4.35) & CLEAN GETAWAY (5.10) trained by Mrs P Kirby, Richmond, distance of 194 miles. LADY HENRIETTA (5.45) trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles. NOT WHAT IT SEEMS (1.50) trained by M Hammond, Middleham, distance of 172 miles. MORO ROCK (2.55) trained by Sara Ender, Malton, distance of 165 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th 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
Race 1 2.05 2m 167y
1 Final Entry (IRE) 11-0
2 Golden Path (FR) 11-0
3 Kalkaroo (IRE) 11-0
4 Spanish Poet (FR) 11-0
5 Ortigia (IRE) 10-7
Race 2 2.35 2m 2f 110y
1 Juggernaut (FR) 12-0
2 Kintaro (GB) 11-8
3 Greystoke (GB) 11-8
4 Karannelle (IRE) 11-8
5 Oval Street (IRE) 11-5
6 Good Impression (GB) 11-5
7 Coup de Gold (IRE) 11-1
8 Miss Marette (GB) 11-1
9 Outback Frontiers (IRE) 10-11
10 Future Times (FR) 10-6
11 Eurkash (FR) 10-5
12 Captain Bill (IRE) 10-3
Race 3 3.05 2m 2f 110y
1 Sassified (IRE) 12-0
2 Konigin Isabella (GER) 11-12
3 Get The Value (IRE) 11-12
4 Caspers Court (IRE) 11-11
5 Penna Rossa (IRE) 11-10
6 Palawan du Mazet (FR) 11-8
7 Ryder’s Rock (GB) 11-7
8 Invictus de Brion (FR) 11-4
9 Seren Y Teigr (IRE) 11-2
10 Sevenofus (IRE) 10-11
11 Shaw’s Cross (IRE) 10-9
12 What An Icon (GB) 10-4
Race 1 1.47
7f
1 Albanach (IRE) 9-7
2 Bellator Bullet (IRE) 9-7
3 Bobby Jones (IRE) 9-7
4 Brastias (FR) 9-7
5 Flamborough Head (GB) 9-7
6 Mayor of Maghera (GB) 9-7
7 Treble Winners (GB) 9-7
8 Almasi (IRE) 9-2
9 Blueandtangerine (GB) 9-2
10 Capturethemoment (GB)9-2
11 Sopelana (GB) 9-2
Race 2 2.17 7f
1 Bern Rossetti (GB) 9-7
2 Black Tide (IRE) 9-7
3 Caledonian Dream (IRE) 9-7
4 Ezdaan (GB) 9-7
5 Sidney Stratton (IRE) 9-7
6 Smithy (IRE) 9-7
7 Born Too Run (GB) 9-2
8 Newton Lass (IRE) 9-2
9 Starspangledsox (IRE) 9-2
10 What’s She At (IRE) 9-2
Race 3 2.52 7f
1 Borderline Boss (GB) 9-9
2 Havana Prince (GB) 9-8
3 Kode Secret (IRE) 9-8
4 War Memorial (GB) 9-8
5 Profit Street (IRE) 9-8
6 Sir Garfield (IRE) 9-7
7 Angel of The Bay (GB) 9-5
8 Yorkshire Glory (IRE) 9-3
9 Polly The Rocket (GB) 9-2
10 Inspiring Speeches (IRE) 9-2
11 Socialise (IRE) 8-12
12 Forever Eighteen (IRE) 8-9
13 Uwaittillplaytime (IRE) 8-6
14 Whatwouldiknow (IRE) 8-5
NEWTON ABBOT
Race 4 3.35 3m 2f 105y
1 Halifax (FR) 12-2
2 Mr Yeats (IRE) 12-1
3 Saint Bibiana (IRE) 11-13
4 Mourzouk (IRE) 11-11
5 Wavering Down (IRE) 11-9
6 Crossing The Bar (IRE) 11-9
7 Cheltenam de Vaige (FR) 11-9
8 Presenting Yeats (IRE) 11-4
9 Grove Road (IRE) 11-1
10 The Longest Day (IRE) 10-3
11 Lady Harriett (GB) 10-2
Race 5 4.10 2m 167y
1 Phoenix Risen (GB) 12-0
2 Supposedtobe (IRE) 11-11
3 Melton Mossy (IRE) 11-8
4 Motazzen (IRE) 11-6
5 Bears Hug (IRE) 11-6
6 Zhang Fei (FR) 11-5
7 Kilcummin (IRE) 11-4
8 Baltic Voyage (GB) 11-3
9 Colonel Lesley (IRE) 10-12
10 Bravewhenineedtobe (IRE)10-10 11 Demelza Carne (GB) 10-5
12 Galactic Glow (IRE) 10-2
Race 6 4.45 3m 1f 170y
1 Dripsey Moon (IRE) 11-10
2 Watergrange Jack (IRE) 11-7
3 Jerrash (GB) 11-5
4 Glynn (IRE) 11-3
5 Hold Your Fort (IRE) 10-5
6 Universal Secret (IRE) 10-5
Race 7 5.20 2m 4f 216y
1 Holerday Ridge (IRE) 12-0
2 Lelant (IRE) 12-0
3 Limerick Leader (FR) 11-8
4 Ayepaddy (FR) 11-8
5 Chabadatika (FR) 11-8
6 Belgarum (IRE) 11-7
7 Pawpaw (GB) 11-4
8 Caitlin’s Court (IRE) 11-1
9 Layerthorpe (IRE) 11-1
10 Firefly Lane (IRE) 10-9
11 Miss Fedora (IRE) 10-9
12 Berlais du George (GB) 10-6
13 Radharc Na Slaine (IRE) 10-3
14 Noah’s Light (IRE) 10-2
15 Testflight (GB) 10-2
REDCAR
Race 4 3.22 7f
1 Sinalunga Mia (GB) 9-9
2 Flight Radar (IRE) 9-7
3 Mary Ellen Best (GB) 9-7
4 Pinsent (USA) 9-7
5 Bletchley Pride (GB) 9-5
6 Longhaired General (IRE) 9-5
7 Rogers Dream (GB) 9-2
8 Meridian Response (GB) 9-0
Race 5 3.52 7f 219y
1 Cerulean Bay (IRE) 9-11
2 Bubbles Wonky (IRE) 9-9
3 Magico (IRE) 9-8
4 Coppull Hall Lane (GB) 9-7
5 Classy Boy (IRE) 9-5
6 Savvy Exchange (IRE) 9-2
7 Swift Salian (IRE) 8-11
Race 6 4.27 5f 217y 1 Athollblair Boy (IRE) 9-9 2 Hoof It Hoof It (IRE) 9-9
3 Phoenix Star (IRE) 9-8
4 So Grateful (GB) 9-8
5 Without Flaw (IRE) 9-5
6 One of Our Own (GB) 9-4
7 Back Tomorrow (GB) 9-4
8 Gunnerside (IRE) 9-4
9 Urban Dandy (IRE) 9-3
10 Garifullina (GB) 9-1
Motawaazy (GB) 9-1
Dandy Spirit (IRE) 9-1
Irish Dancer (IRE) 8-11
Birdie Bowers (IRE) 8-9
Miss Rainbow (IRE) 8-8
Race 7 5.02 1m 1f
1 Whatwouldyouknow (IRE) 9-9
2 Temper Trap (GB) 9-8
3 Wheres The Crumpet (GB) 9-8
4 Imprint (IRE) 9-6
5 Mr Heinz (GB) 9-4
6 Gregorianna (IRE) 9-2
7 Jez Bomb (GB) 9-1
8 Carvalhal (IRE) 9-1
9 Skedaddled (IRE) 9-1
10 Mist Rollin In (GB) 9-0
11 Strike Rate (IRE) 8-11
12 Loubiere (IRE) 8-10
13 Laughing Lord (IRE) 8-8
14 Showmethewayhome (IRE) 8-6
Race 8 5.37 1m 5f 218y
1 Gibside (GB) 10-0
2 Sir Jock Bennett (IRE) 9-12
3 Bulldog Spirit (IRE) 9-9
4 Gastronomy (GB) 9-8
5 King of Unicorns (GB) 9-2
6 Gift of Raaj (IRE) 9-0
7 Mythical (FR) 8-10
8 Michael’s Pledge (IRE) 8-9
Lucy Hiorns Millinery
With a large collection of hats available to hire or choose to have a hat commissioned
Lucy loves to make sculptural hats which are both classic and intriguing with an emphasis on strong shapes. All of the pieces are entirely handmade by Lucy in her studio near Stratford upon Avon.
The Hiorns Hats Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 4)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds)
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 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 RISK AND ROLL (FR) (64)
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Rolie de Vindecy (FR)
O Mr B. Preece
T James Evans, Kinnersley
0354-P0 C 10 12 2
Br Mme Alexandrine Berger
S The Little Jet Company Ltd RED, WHITE star, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE stars and starson cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Tricky customer won over fences at Uttoxeter last September Creditable effort at Ascot on penultimate outing but turned in a lesser effort back Uttoxeter last time. On a fair mark if returning to form back over hurdles. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered at the first fence. Star Rating
2 LUNAR POWER (IRE) (50)
Ch g Power - Dusty Moon
O The Thick As Thieves Syndicate
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
10PP6-5 D 6 12 1
Br Grange Stud
BLACK and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a handicap hurdle for Noel Meade last May but yet to make an impact for current yard. Shaped like a non-stayer at Stratford last time, so this drop in trip is in his favour with mark much reduced Engaged 4.35 Cartmel Saturday. Star
3 GWASH (IRE) (39)
B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - My Lady Dane (IRE)
O Craig & Laura Buckingham
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
2601-F4 5 12 0
Br James Codd
S Manor Farm Bloodstock BLACK, ORANGE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved from hurdling debut when landing a 19f Warwick maiden in April and would have defied a penalty at Uttoxeter but for a late lapse in concentration (in control when fell last). Disappointing at Fontwell last time though, so need to bounce back now handicapping Eng 1.35 Market Rasen Sat. Star
4 G A HENTY (GB) (30) U/2P5-31 7 11 10
B g Milan - Lindeman (IRE)
O Nick & Bo Wilson
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes
DARK BLUE, EMERALD GREEN hoop, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve to justify short odds in an 8-runner novice hurdle (4/9) at Market Rasen (23.1f, good to firm) 30 days ago. Beaten twice in handicaps from lower marks in the spring but quicker conditions here may prove more suitable. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 116
5 ROYAL PRETENDER (FR) (45) 4/2P50-3 8 11 9
Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Robinia Directa (GER)
O Mrs R. J. Skan
T Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Taillis
S Goodwin Racing Ltd
LIGHT BLUE and ROYAL BLUE diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than the distance beaten suggests third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good) 45 days ago, weakening only after 3 out Remains on a long losing run but not disounted able to build on that.
6 CALAGOGO (IRE)
(21) 60F0/-P0 D 8 11 7
B g Doyen (IRE) - Bluebell Line (IRE)
O Mr S. G. Allen
T Stephen Allen, Chipping Norton
Br Lady Vivienne Lillingston
BLACK and PINK (quartered), BLACK sleeves, PINK spots.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced and went the wrong way for Gordon Elliott Little impact in 2 outings for current connections so is impossible to fancy once again.
MAGGS (5)
JONATHAN BURKE
HARRY SKELTON
JAMIE BRACE (7)
7 HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (76)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fleur d’Ajonc (FR)
O K & N Waite Construction Limited
T James Owen, Newmarket
P3025-0 7 11 6
Br M. Besnouin & M. Feuillet-Besnouin
S K & N Waite Construction Limited RED, BEIGE epaulets, BLACK sleeves, BEIGE armlets, BEIGE and LIGHT BLUE check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has more poor runs than good to his name of late, again offering little when ninth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Kempton (24.5f, good to soft) 76 days ago Feasibly treated if stable switch (left Mrs Jane Williams) sparks him to some sort of form. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
8 BLUE STELLO (FR) (435)
B g Spider Flight (FR) - Benina (FR)
O Owners Group 081
2/1/4P/3- 8 11 3
Br Patrick Boiteau & Patrick Fellous
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough S Owners Group MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point runner-up has made the track only 3 times since making a winning debut at Warwick in November 2021. Yet to really kick on from that successful start and he’s best watched after 14 months off (left Nicky Henderson) Star
9
KICK UP A STORM (IRE) (69)
B g Shantou (USA) - Erins Stage (IRE)
O Mrs Helen Moger
6/3601-5 BF 6 10 13
Br Kenilworth House Stud
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat S Morson Group
ORANGE, BLACK braces, striped sleeves, hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to get off the mark on handicap debut at Exeter in April but may have found the race coming too soon when only fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (25.5f, good, 5/6) 69 days ago
Still one to be positive about on the
10 NOT WHAT IT SEEMS (IRE) (37)
B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Kyle Ruby (IRE)
O Ryder and Alex Sugden
P/33P-50 8 10 13
Br Eamon Callaghan
T Micky Hammond, Middleham S Optima Self Store
YELLOW and DARK BLUE (quartered), DARK
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2022 and he arrives on the back of a poor
Allan Atkinson (Al)
Al was agiant of aman. He wasn’t seven feet tall or anything but when the sad and untimely task of organising his funeral fell to myself and one of his closest friends Alan Turner,weweredeluged with condolences and genuine offers of help by ahuge number of people whose lives Al had influenced and enriched and when the funeral was done, we knewtherehad to be more to remember him.
He had been abookmaker earlier in his life and was amassiveracing fan and when Alan suggested sponsoring arace in his honour, Iinstinctively knewhewas right. It says something of the man that our problem when filling acoach to travel from Kidderminster for today was working out who not to invite in order to keep numbers manageable.
Al was aminor celebrity in Kidderminster.After bookmaking, he had runasnooker club (with Alan in his later years) and he was one of those people who truly was known by everyone in town. Notonly that but he was extremely popular too and awordthat cropped up time and again after we lost him was “gentleman”.
He was kind, generous, knowledgeable and sociable and he would haverelished watching aHurdle race, so this seems awonderfully fitting way to remember him. Ourgroup will cheer the winner home this afternoon and enjoyagreat day to celebrate the man after whom this race is named.
Ihope he’s found avantage point to watch it from too.
The Allan Atkinson Memorial Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (DIV
I)
THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 83yds)
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)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 TIME TO TINKER (IRE) (23)
Br g Stowaway - Zuzka (IRE)
O Ovia Racing Group
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
P5PP-P5 9 12 0
Br Kenneth Parkhill
S WebberSteel&PipeFabrications AndhouseC&PLtd,Everyonelovesabargain.Co.UK/PaulEmmett
ROYAL BLUE, GREY and ROYAL BLUE check sleeves, GREY cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since landing a brace of handicaps in autumn 2021 and stopped a run of incompletions without offering a great deal of encouragement when well held at Bangor (23.2f, good) just over 3 weeks ago. Mark continues to slide but best to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII Official
2 BRIGHT SUNBIRD (IRE) (23)
B m Milan - Mrs Marples (IRE)
510-63P CD 9 11 11
O M Hammond,Moorland Racing,Menzies AM LTD Br J. F. Mernagh
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
S Walling&LandscapeGardeners,Walling&LandscapeContractors,BluegrassHorseFeeds RED, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, WHITE and RED chevrons on sleeves, RED and WHITE hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this corresponding event last year for Gary Hanmer Stepped forward from her debut for this yard when a creditable third of 8 in handicap at Kelso (25.8f, soft) in May but ran a shocker at Bangor (23.2f, good) subsequently Needs to bounce back quickly
3 FINE BY ME (IRE) (20)
B g Kingston Hill - Ella Watson (IRE)
O Twiston-Davies Equine
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
3/255-25 7 11 7
Br Michael Tobin
S Courtiers Investment Services Limited BLACK, YELLOW epaulets, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, YELLOW star
TIMEFORM VIEW Added to his decent record fresh when returning from 8 months to finish second of 12 at Southwell (3m) last month but, as last season, wasn’t able to even match his reappearance form at Worcester (23f, good to firm) just under 3 weeks ago Back up in trip but others more convincing
4 PROPELLED (GB) (73)
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Polly Peachum (IRE)
6P/506-5 7 11 0
O Middleham Park Racing LXI & Peter Lamb Br Upton Viva Stud
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn S Middleham Park Racing
LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets
TIMEFORM VIEW From a top yard but again looked less than straightforward when fifth of 8 in handicap at this course (22f, good) back in May. Dropped another 3lb and this significant step up in trip could be just the ticket.
5 HITTHEKETTLE (IRE) (73) 04/0P6-6 8 10 12
B g Ocovango - Ballyquin Queen (IRE)
O Mr Michael Gates Br Jane, John & Kate Gleeson
T Michael Gates, Stratford-Upon-Avon
EMERALD GREEN and WHITE diabolo, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Took 7 tries to win an Irish point and has shown very little under Rules to date First-time cheekpieces go on returning from a 10-week break
6 GUTTURAL (IRE) (382)
B g Gold Well - Our Fair Lady (IRE)
O Mrs Phillippa Taylor
T Phillippa Taylor, Fringford
4/PP/315- 10 10 4
Br Mr S. Gorman
DARK GREEN, YELLOW hoop, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner in April 2021 and belatedly broke his duck under Rules in handicap chase at Worcester in June 2023. Failed to back that up there a month later and not seen since. On a lenient mark if raring to go reverted to hurdles/hiked back up in trip
5/7/2023 it
JACK HOGAN (3)
JAMIE BRACE (7)
7 IF I SAY (IRE) (23) 2F3P-06 7 10 2
B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Wandering Star (IRE)
O Stratford Racecourse 3
Br Mr Eamon Devlin
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton S Merriebelle Stable Llc
YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW hooped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed several times over fences last year and ran respectably after 6 months off when seventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (23.9f, good) in May. Not so good at Bangor subsequently, so needs to get back on track
8 SIDE STEPPER (IRE) (17) 600-033 BF 5 10 2
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Luvly Rita (USA)
O Ms S. Howell and Partner 1 Br Haras Don Alberto
T Christian Williams, Bridgend S NAF
WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hadn’t offered much in bumper/first 4 starts
when third on handicap debut at Newton Abbot (26.5f, good) last month. Confirmed that
recently and looks ready to strike for an
9 FOX WALLACE (IRE) (244)
B m Mahler - Bob Robin (IRE)
O Mr John Christopher Drake Br Terence Leonard
T Ella Pickard, Taunton
FORECAST:
5-2 Side Stepper (IRE), 4-1 Guttural (IRE), 13-2 Propelled (GB), 8-1 Bright Sunbird (IRE), Fine By Me (IRE), 14-1 Hitthekettle (IRE), 16-1 If I Say (IRE), 25-1 Fox Wallace (IRE), 33-1 Time To Tinker (IRE)
Christian Williams has his string in fine order at present and SIDE STEPPER is fancied to register a first success with Cobden booked at the expense of Propelled, who has looked less than straightforward in recent starts but this significant step up in trip could be the making of him. Guttural, who hasn’t been seen for 12 months, lurks on a handy mark back hurdling so rounds off the shortlist.
The friends of Allan Atkinson have generously sponsored
ployee
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3 R D RA C E 2 .
The Allan Atkinson Memorial Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (DIV
II)
THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 83yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7150
Owners Prize Money Winner
£2888; Second £1444;Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (PenaltyValue £3775.91)
Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 CAPTAIN’S PICK (IRE) (17)
B g Ocovango - Knockieran (IRE)
O Deva Racing CP
T Christian Williams, Bridgend
P40-501 6 12 0
Br William Larkin
S Deva Racing Group, NAF
DARK BLUE, RED disc, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hadn’t achieved much on his first 6 starts for present connections, but justified significantly shorter odds than he’d started in his first 2 handicaps when getting off the mark at Perth (23.9f, good to firm) earlier this month, suited by a markedly longer trip Can go in again up 5lb Star RatingHHHHH
2 DANCINGONTHEEDGE (FR)
B m Kapgarde (FR) - Solarize (FR)
O Old Gold Racing 4
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
(16) 20/24-51 7 11 13
Br Guy Pariente Holding SPRL
S Morson Group GOLD, WHITE chevron, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW With her reappearance under her belt, finally added to her debut win in a bumper with a commanding success at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good to soft) just over 2 weeks ago Handicapper has taken a swipe with a 10lb rise, but she’s fancied to be in the mix again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 97
3 CATUABA (IRE) (20)
Ch g Jet Away - Catawollow
O A.C. Bound & Mrs C. J. Djivanovic
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
F43P-P2 6 11 8
Br Richard McGrath
S Merriebelle Stable Llc YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning handicap debut over hurdles at Warwick (25f) last May. Pulled up both starts in chases 6 months apart but stopped the slide in first-time blinkers back hurdling at Worcester (23f, good to firm) just under 3 weeks ago May well build on that. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
4 MORO ROCK (IRE) (13)
B g Morozov (USA) - Ms Jilly Maaye (IRE)
O Yorkshire Horseracing
T Sara Ender, Malton
5P4-F20 7 11 0
Br James Flood
S Yorkshire Equine Salt Therapy RED, YELLOW stars, hooped sleeves and stars on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form when runner-up at Market Rasen (23f, good) last month but not in same form when down the field at Worcester (23f, good) recently Mark eases a shade but others more convincing on balance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84
5 STRIPE OF HONOUR (IRE) (20) P00-250 11 10 7
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Miss Top (IRE)
O Mrs Kathy Day
T Anthony Day, Hinckley
Br Michael Kearns
S Mr Day
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed his effectiveness when fresh when second on 3m Southwell reappearance in May but tailed off on both subsequent outings, racing indolently at Worcester earlier this month. Temperament under suspicion so looks an easy swerve Star Rating
6 HOLLOW RON (IRE) (36) 4105-0P 6 10 6
B g Beat Hollow - Kiltiernan Road
O Mr P. Scott
Br Denis Phelan
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway
WHITE, RED disc, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Justified market support in 6-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last summer but has proved disappointing since, including over fences Back hurdling but tough to support with much confidence. Star
NICK SCHOLFIELD
ELIZABETH GALE (7)
HARRY BANNISTER
TOBY WYNNE (3)
7 GLORIOUS MIST (IRE) (39)
B m Fame And Glory - Amazon Mist (IRE)
O Mrs Elizabeth Anne Elliott
T Paddy Butler, Lewes
30P-3P2 7 10 3
Br Denis Ahern
YELLOW, BLACK star, BLACK and YELLOW halved sleeves, YELLOW and BLACK quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden who ran her best race in handicaps sporting first-time cheekpieces when second of 10 at Fontwell (25.8f, good to firm) just under 6 weeks ago, hanging badly right when in front run-in. Nudged up 1lb and could fill a place if she’s in the same mood
8 MILANESE ROSE (IRE) (52)
Gr m Milan - Ma Furie (FR)
O Proudley and Whymark Partnership
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
52P46-0 8 10 2
Br The Hon Mrs V. M. A. Tower
EMERALD GREEN, BLACK stripe, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN stars.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 16 attempts over hurdles and didn’t go with much encouragement after 6 months off at Ffos Las (23.9f, good) in May. Percentage call is to look elsewhere.
9 DOUBLE OR QUITS (GB) (384)
B m Kayf Tara - Double Mead
O Mrs K. R. Smith-Maxwell
T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
ROYAL BLUE, CERISE hoop, armlets and cap.
Br Mrs Katherine Smith-Maxwell
S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown little in a bumper and 5 starts over hurdles, pulled up in handicap at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft) when last seen 12 months ago Has
watched
Number of Declared Runners 9..................................................................................................(Exacta) Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 6, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.
Div 1):
BETTING FORECAST:
2-1 Dancingontheedge (FR), 11-4 Captain’s Pick (IRE), 11-2 Catuaba (IRE), 15-2 Glorious Mist (IRE), 20-1 Moro Rock (IRE), Hollow Ron (IRE), 25-1 Milanese Rose (IRE), 40-1 Stripe of Honour (IRE), 100-1 Double Or Quits (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
CAPTAIN’S PICK was suited by a markedly longer trip when opening his account at Perth earlier this month and he can follow up with the promise of better to come. The obvious danger is Dancingonthedge, who bolted up at Newton Abbot recently and has subsequently been hit with a 10lb rise, while Catuaba, who stopped the slide back hurdling last time, can edge out Glorious Mist for third place.
1-2-3: 1.CAPTAIN’S PICK (IRE) 2.DANCINGONTHEEDGE (FR) 3.CATUABA (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free
T H E FR IE ND S OF AL LA N AT KI NS ON
The friends of Allan Atkinson 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
Happy 60th Birthday John!
Thank you to all - family and friends – who made the journey to celebrate at the races today Your presence has made the day truly special!
The John Murtagh 60th Birthday
Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund
£24000
Owners Prize Money Winner
£10015; Second £5009; Third £2503; Fourth £1253. (Penalty Value £13070.40)
Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 MATTERHORN (FR) (19)
B g Martaline - Sacarine (FR)
O Mrs Johnny de la Hey
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoops, armlets and cap.
20P-111 CD 6 12 0
Br Mme Henri Devin
S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice hurdle winner who has taken very to fences, making it 3 from 3 in this sphere over C&D 3 weeks ago. This by far is toughest test but could still be ahead of his mark up 5lb. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA
2 SIR TIVO (FR) (21)
B g Deportivo - Miss Possibility (USA)
O Mrs J. A. Ashley
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
213-005 CD 10 11 5
Br Mr Christophe Jouandou
BLACK, MAUVE star, MAUVE sleeves, MAROON stars, BLACK cap, MAUVE stars.
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who won this race last year off 1lb higher Back to form when fifth at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago and must be respected back at this venue
3 IN THIS WORLD (FR) (25)
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Maia Royale (FR)
O In This World Syndicate
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
40-2221 6 11 3
Br Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois
S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) RED, ROYAL BLUE sash and sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/hurdles winner in 2021 and immediately improved for the switch to fences in recent months, building on a series of runners-up efforts when winning 8-runner handicap chase at Worcester (16.5f) 4 weeks ago by 2 1/2 lengths from Calgary Tiger, well on top finish. Should go well again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 126
4 OPENING BID (GB) (21) 1P4-024 C D 9 11 0
B g Native Ruler - Clifton Encore (USA)
O Mr T Hamlin and Mr J M Dare
T Chris Down, Cullompton
Br Mrs N. L. Naylor
S Woodwarm Stoves
PURPLE, YELLOW stars, hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5 times over fences last term (including here) and he’s returned to pick of his form in recent weeks, fourth of 13 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (2m) 3 weeks ago 3lb above last winning mark but respected in any case. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123
5 CRACKING DESTINY (IRE) (21) 4143-60 CD 11 10 7
B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Cracking Gale (IRE)
O Mrs Louise Whillans
T Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Br B. D. Darrer
S Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
BLACK, PINK star, PINK and BLACK check sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK stars
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Better for return when respectable seventh of 13 in handicap chase (33/1) at Uttoxeter (16f, good to soft) 21 days ago but looks a shade too high in the weights at present. Star RatingHHIII
6 ONLY MONEY (IRE) (37) P/44U-42 D 10 10 3
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Kings Diva (IRE)
O Mr D. S. Dennis
T Chris Gordon, Winchester
Br Sean Hoare
S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing &Timber Ltd
EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE stars, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, DARK BLUE star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/4-time winner over fences (at around 2m) in 2021/22. Lightly raced and largely disappointed since but step back in right direction when second of 6 at Newton Abbot 37 days ago Lurking on a handy mark if he can back that up Star RatingHHHII
COBDEN
DUNNE
HARRY SKELTON
BRYAN CARVER
CRAIG
NICHOL
7
CALGARY
TIGER
B g Tiger Groom - Sachiko
(GB) (25) 13/P00-2 9 10 2
O Mr W. de Best-Turner Br W. de Best-Turner
T William de Best-Turner, Lambourn RED, YELLOW epaulets, halved sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Left hurdles form well behind when winning first 2 starts over fences early last year Well held all 3 outings last season but back to form when 2 1/2 lengths second of 8 to In This World at Worcester last month. Up against it from 6lb out of the handicap here, however.
Number of Declared Runners 7
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2.
BETTING FORECAST:
2-1 Matterhorn (FR), 3-1 In This World (FR), 11-2 Sir Tivo (FR), 9-1 Opening Bid (GB), 12-1 Only Money (IRE), 14-1 Calgary Tiger (GB), 25-1 Cracking Destiny (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
IN THIS WORLD has taken well to chasing, deservedly off the mark over fences with a professional display at Worcester last month, and shades the vote over Matterhorn, who is 3 from 3 over fences but up against a total of 8 rivals. Last year’s winner Sir Tivo is another to consider 1-2-3:
1.IN THIS WORLD (FR) 2.MATTERHORN (FR) 3.SIR TIVO (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free
TH E FA MI LY OF JO HN MU RT AG H
The Family of John Murtagh 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 Great British Bonus (GBB) Scheme offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
R I Z E MO NE Y
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.
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SIR TIVO (FR) 9
4 Sean Bowen 11-4 (Gary Hanmer) 5 ran
SMARTER
The Ladies Day Winners
Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £11000
Owners Prize Money Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 PADDYS ISLAND (IRE) (19) 0-41 CD 5 11 6
Br g Ocovango - Samsons Island (IRE)
O Mr M. G. Jones
T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
DARK BLUE, WHITE hoops, armlets and cap.
Br Mr Colm Kenny
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 finishers sole start in Irish points but much more like it over hurdles, confirming the promise of his hurdles debut when successful over C&D 3 weeks ago, That was an incident-packed race, though, so more needed under a penalty.
2 BRAVE KNIGHT (GB) (25) 1
B g Sir Percy - Belladonna
O Owners Group 128
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham
S Owners Group MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 2m) for Sir Mark Prescott, winning 2 handicaps last year and running well when third at Ascot on final outing in October Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (winner around 2m) Captain Brown and he created a very favourable impression when scoring at Worcester
3 GALILEO GLASS (IRE) (272)
B g Galileo Gold - Tahoo (IRE)
O Mr P. Glass
T Martin Dunne, Newmarket
EMERALD GREEN and BLACK stripes, hooped sleeves
Br Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat, stays 1m, again ran well final outing in 2023. Has left David Evans ahead of this hurdles bow.
4 IBIZA ROCKS (GB) (32) 5 6 11 0
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - The Thrill Is Gone
O The Ibiza Rocks Syndicate Br Stratford Place Stud
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway GREY, BEIGE sleeves, BLACK diamonds, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW One-time useful performer on the level but modest at best nowadays, running below form in first-time visor when seventh of 13 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, heavy) in May. Never really a factor on hurdles debut a month ago. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
5 JTADORE DE FORGAN (FR) (168) P/4U- 5 11 0
B g Spider Flight (FR) - Bise Valentine (FR)
O Mrs A. Wheeler
T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
Br Mrs Sandrine Rousseau
ORANGE, GREY cross belts, GREY and ORANGE chevrons on sleeves, ORANGE cap, GREY diamonds
TIMEFORM VIEW €12,000 3-y-o, £10,000 4-y-o: second foal: dam unraced half-sister to smart hurdler/ useful chaser winner (around 2m) Claimantakinforgan. Last of 4 finishers sole completed start in points, unseated rider last time (Feb 4). Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
6 POLLING DAY (IRE) (19)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pollyana (IRE)
F2
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLV & Partner Br J. Wall & E. Kennedy
T Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn S Hambleton Racing Ltd
BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap.
6 11 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner who exited just as things were taking shaping on last month’s Fakenham hurdling debut Showed no il-effects of that fall when runner-up over C&D 19 days ago, going with enthusiasm and he’s open to progress Tongue tie on. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
QUINLAN
HENRY BROOKE
KEVIN BROGAN
NICK SCHOLFIELD
7 UNITED FRONT (USA) (61) 5 7 11 0
B g War Front (USA) - Shell House (IRE)
O Mr Nic Brereton
Br Springhill Farm
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S Bresbet
BLACK, BLACK and YELLOW check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Originally trained by Aidan O’Brien before winning 4 times for at up to 1 1/4m for Michael Appleby. Should have derived plenty from opening fifth over hurdles at Huntingdon. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/5/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely
8 ZAIN FARHH (GB) (12) 00 5 11 0
Ch g Farhh - Local Spirit (USA)
O Mrs Samantha England
T Sam England, Guiseley
PURPLE, PINK and WHITE striped sleeves, PINK cap.
Br Elusive Bloodstock
S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Rather lost his way on the Flat for Paul Webber last year and sold for just £3,500. Looks a handicap project over hurdles STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free and hung right.
9
CALSHOT SPIT (IRE) (19)
B g New Bay - Nour’spirit (IRE)
O Mr Michael Moriarty
T Sheena West, Lewes
Br Kilweelran Ltd
S Tote
BLACK, WHITE disc, WHITE sleeves, BLACK spots, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent on Flat (modest form at up to 14.5f) and he ran to a similar level when third of 10 in a C&D novice on yard/hurdles bow 19 days ago. No obvious reason why he’ll reverse the form with Polling Day. Star
10 STAGE SHOW (GB) (22)
B g Showcasing - Floria Tosca (IRE)
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap.
Br Fittocks Stud
S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat, stays 1 1/2m, not seen to best effect on latest start in that sphere at Lingfield 22 days ago Looked badly in need of experience when making hurdles debut here previously and he’s best watched at present. Star RatingHHIII
11
Ch m Muhtathir - Moonlight Mischief (IRE)
O Mr David Bond
Br Mr David Bond
T Robert Walford, Blandford DARK GREEN, YELLOW epaulets, halved sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Mutathir mare. Dam ran twice on Flat. 66/1, could hardly have shown any less on her belated debut when ninth of 12 in novice hurdle at Newton Abbot, losing touch long way out Readily passed over Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
12 JO’S RAINBOW (IRE) (20)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Rainbow Dancing
O Notalotterry 2
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Kilshannig Stud
S Ladbrokes RED, EMERALD GREEN star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) for Karl Burke Joined another leading stable for her hurdle career but no impact first 2 outings. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA
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 but little to shout about under Rules so far, leaving Fergal O’Brien after 2 bumpers Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
Number of Declared Runners 13................................................................................................(Exacta)
BETTING FORECAST:
10-11 Brave Knight (GB), 13-2 Polling Day (IRE), 17-2 United Front (USA), 9-1 Paddys Island (IRE), 14-1 Calshot Spit (IRE), 33-1 Galileo Glass (IRE), 40-1 Jtadore de Forgan (FR), Jo’s Rainbow (IRE), 80-1 Stage Show (GB), 100-1 Ibiza Rocks (GB), 150-1 Zain Farhh (GB), Porridge (IRE), 300-1 Mutley Crew (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
BRAVE KNIGHT made a seamless transition to hurdling when scoring with any amount in hand at Worcester and, on that evidence, he could end up useful in this sphere. If that is the case he really should follow up here, probably at the main expense of Polling Day and Paddy’s Island.
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Mares’
Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £6650
Owners Prize Money Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 LONE STAR (GB) (21)
B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE)
O John Cornforth and Peter Rawcliffe Br R. Johnson
4F-0406 7 12 0
T Philip Kirby, Richmond S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE hoop and sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Not proving the easiest to catch right but down in the weights and offered a bit more when mid-field at Cartmel 3 weeks ago, not ideally placed as race panned out.
2 BARRONS LAND (IRE)
(30)
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Gwendoliner (IRE)
244-114 6 11 10
O Mr J. Fyffe Br Mr David Lawlor
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley S Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd
BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since handicapping, winning around 2 1/2m at Sedgefield and Bangor in May before being collared late on having raced freely over 3m at Market Rasen,. Major claims back in trip fitted with cheekpieces
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 101
3 OBSESSEDWITHYOU (FR) (19) 0253-46 BF 5 11 9
B m Bathyrhon (GER) - Carmona (FR)
O The Picnic Party & AWR Consultancy
Br John Kilpatrick & Richard Mark Venn
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S Betvictor
WHITE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable third from the front when returning from a break here (16.3f, good to soft) in April but unable to carry on the good work both starts since, latterly upped to 22f back at this venue Hood now on.
4 ADDOSH (GB) (22)
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - Wild Storm
O The Danum Partnership
06P-346 6 11 9
Br Wild Storm Syndicate
T Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard S Science Supplements
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW stripes, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Long time without a win but shaped encouragingly off a career-low mark when third of 6 at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to soft) in May. Failed to build on that effort next 2 hurdles starts and latest effort on the level hardly brimming with promise, either.
5 MOON LADY (GB) (23)
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Lady Beaufort
O Tigers Racing
T Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
6U2-142 6 11 8
Br James & Jean Potter
S The Firehouse Somerset
YELLOW and BLACK stripes, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, YELLOW cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who was fitted with a tongue tie when an excellent second of 11 in novice hurdle at Bangor (19 6f, good) 23 days ago. Makes handicap debut and mark calls for more but she’s not yet exposed
6 LADY GWEN (GB) (61)
B m Haafhd - Countess Camilla
O Mr R. L. Davies
T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
PINK, DARK BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE cap.
11325-P CD 6 11 8
Br H. Davies & R. Davies
TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time winner last season. Off 5 months/had wind op before a fading fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle over C&D in April and jumped none too fluently when pulled up at Huntingdon. Tongue tie applied
WILLIAMSON (3)
HAMMOND
7 FASHIONELLE (IRE) (19)
B m Champs Elysees - Featherlight
O Mrs Celia Djivanovic
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
62/6-533 5 11 0
Br Miss Victoria Markowiak
S Bresbet
YELLOW, BLACK disc, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, YELLOWcap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick, third of 10 in novice company at Uttoxeter and better form when occupying same spot on handicap debut over C&D 19 days ago. One to consider with headgear on.
8 GETMETOTHEMOON (GB)
(37) 5006-13 C 5 11 0
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Gertie Getaway (IRE)
O Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd
T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd
S Holiday Resort Unity
SCARLET, BLACK and WHITE hooped sleeves, BLACK spots on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support in 12-runner handicap hurdle here following a short break in June
Backed that up with a good third over 17f at Newton Abbot a fortnight later and was better than the result given he was short of room briefly Major player. Star
9 HOT FIZZY LIZZY (IRE) (19)
Gr m Doyen (IRE) - Carrigeen Acebo (IRE)
O Mr Charles Dingwall
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
1263-43 5 10 13
Br Mrs R. H. Lalor
S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
WHITE and BLACK check, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who has offered definite signs of promise over hurdles in her qualifying runs, third of 10 here 19 days ago. Tongue tie on for handicap debut and one to take seriously Star
10 MALINA OCARINA (GB) (50)
B m Malinas (GER) - Ocarina Davis (FR)
O M.H. Racing Malina
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
WHITE, PURPLE diamond, RED cap.
P0P-4P5 9 10 7
Br Katherine Mead & Derek Mead
TIMEFORM VIEW Slipped below her last winning mark and ran creditably when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this track (22f, good) 50 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Cheekpieces go on back in distance.
11
EMILY WADE (IRE) (23)
Ch m Lucky Speed (IRE) - Bealath Champ (IRE)
O Mr Stephen Smith
5060-10 BF 7 10 6
Br Sunnyhill Stud & Kiernan Leavy
T Sam England, Guiseley S Rsh Bradford Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd BLACK, YELLOW star, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW stars, WHITE cap, YELLOW star
TIMEFORM VIEW Not at best during second half of last season but eased in weights as a result and she duly capitalised with a tongue tie added to usual hood when landing 7-runner mares’handicap at Southwell (20.4f) last month. May have been amiss at Cartmel since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling
12 WELL DONE DANI (GB) (45) 3104-50
B m Multiplex - Do It On Dani
O The Perthy Partnership
Br S. V. Parry
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway RED, BLACK triple diamond, BLACK sleeves, RED armlets.
TIMEFORM VIEW Worcester winner last summer but quickly into her shell since, including in cheekpieces the last twice.
13 FAR AWAY WEST (IRE) (19) 500-032 5 10
Br m Yeats (IRE) - Pass The Honey (IRE)
O Troika Racing
T Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
GREY, PINK seams, GREY cap.
Br Oliver Loughlin
TIMEFORM VIEW Can pull hard but starting to get her act together at a modest level, placed in handicaps on last 2 starts, latterly over C&D 2lb out of the weights Star Rating
14 NORTHERN ROSE (IRE) (20)
Ch f Footstepsinthesand - Becuille (IRE)
O Mr F W Dronzek & Mr C Chell
Br MCR Bloodstock Ltd
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Tote
EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW 4-y-o filly who responded well to a positive ride when second over 2m here last month. Brushed aside on the AW having had a breathing op and out of the weights returned to timber. Star RatingHHHII
HARRY SKELTON
JACK HOGAN (3)
JONATHAN ENGLAND
TOBY WYNNE (3)
FORECAST: 6-1 Hot Fizzy Lizzy (IRE), 15-2 Getmetothemoon (GB), 17-2 Addosh (GB), 9-1 Barrons Land (IRE), 12-1 Obsessedwithyou (FR), Moon Lady (GB), Fashionelle (IRE), 14-1 Emily Wade (IRE), 16-1 Lone Star (GB), Far Away West (IRE), Northern Rose (IRE), 28-1 Well Done Dani (GB), 33-1 Lady Gwen (GB), 40-1 Malina Ocarina (GB)
SUMMARY:
Quite a few to consider but GETMETOTHEMOON already has a course win to her name and, having not been seen to best effect at Newton Abbot, is fancied to build on that. This trip will suit Barrons Lad so she’s a threat, along with Hot Fizzy Lizzy now handicapping. 1-2-3: 1.GETMETOTHEMOON
The Watch Champions Full Gallop On ItvX Novices’ Handicap
Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 ITTACK BLUE (FR) (37) 24/5-114 BF 6 12 2
Gr g Coastal Path - Beauty Blue (FR)
O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & J Diver Br G.A.E.C. de L’Ombre
T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
YELLOW, RED star, YELLOW sleeves, WHITE armlets, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW 310,000 gns point recruit who clicked over hurdles with wins maiden and novice events at Market Rasen in May. Disappointing when a remote fourth in handicap there last month but still rates an interesting recruit to the chase ranks Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112
2 ISHOLO DU VIVIEN (FR) (23) 35-4131 C 6 11 8
Br g Voiladenuo (FR) - Sholowisas (FR)
O Mrs Carol Shaw
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley RED, BLACK stars, diabolo on sleeves and stars on cap.
Br Mr Yves Letort
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who has taken well to fences this summer, winning handicaps here (17f) and Cartmel (21f) under Theo Gillard last month. A further 7lb rise shouldn’t prevent another prominent showing Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104
3 ALMOST GOTAWAY (IRE) (440) 31011/3- D 7 11 7
B g Getaway (GER) - Isles of Icane (IRE)
O Bradley Partnership
T Nicky Martin, Minehead
Br Mrs Juliet Brown
S Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd
MAROON, BEIGE star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time hurdle winner early in 2023 but off for 14 months since a good Worcester third. Needs to hit the ground running on his chasing bow.
4 SOIR DE GALA (FR) (50) 0213-13 BF 5 11 7
B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Solvalla (FR)
O Mr John P. McManus
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.
Br Guy Cherel
S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive, winning a pair of handicap hurdles this spring Creditable third of 11 at Worcester last month. Much respected now switched to fences for his top connections
5 CLIMBING (GB) (312) 5204- 6 11 7
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Spring Flight
O HM The Queen&The Late Sir Chips Keswick Br Queen Elizabeth II
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S Betvictor
BROWN, RED sleeves, YELLOW cap.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in a pair of maiden hurdles last summer, including here. Switches to fences for handicap debut after 10 months off (has had wind surgery). One to note in the betting STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/9/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference late-on.
6 UP FOR APPEAL (IRE) (17) 334-413 C 6 11 5
B g Mizzou (IRE) - Hosanna
O Foxtrot Racing Up For Appeal
T Christian Williams, Bridgend
LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved sleeves, RED cap.
Br George Doyle
S NAF, Foxtrot Racing Syndicates
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdle winner who built on previous chasing encouragement when landing a 21f Newton Abbot handicap last month. Came from further back than ideal when third at Perth (3m) since. Likely still on a workable mark.
Star RatingHHHHI
HARRY SKELTON
THEO
NICK SCHOLFIELD
7 CLEAN GETAWAY (IRE) (14) P-44131 7 10 6
B g Getaway (GER) - Dee Two O Two (IRE)
O Mr P Kirby & Grant Harrison
Br Adrian Sutton
T Philip Kirby, Richmond S Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing DARK GREEN, YELLOW seams, halved sleeves, DARK GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden over hurdles but has scored twice over fences at Market Rasen this summer. This is a stronger race but he still can’t be discounted.
8 RAY’S THE ONE (GB) (45) 6/0040-0 7 10 3
B g Mount Nelson - Tenpence
O M I Pattinson Racing Br Dullingham Park
T Mark Pattinson, Epsom BLACK, ROYAL BLUE braces, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE stars.
TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled over hurdles lately and fared no better on AW Flat last time A
now chasing
9 LION’S VIGIL (USA) (16) 0-F4306 7 10 2
Ch g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Keeping Watch (IRE)
O Mr & Mrs RJ Manning
T Bill Turner, Sherborne
Br Sycamore Shade Racing LLC & Holston Hall
S R J M Design & Build
BLACK and YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW sleeves, RED cap, BLACK diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden who has had plenty of chances in handicap hurdles Outsider from out of the handicap on chase debut STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/7/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe
10 BEANNAIGH DO (IRE) (14)
B g Camelot - Thunder In Myheart (IRE)
O Oaktree Racing Club
Br Highfield Stud Ltd
T Sheila Lewis, Brecon ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond and armlets, LIGHT GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has gone the wrong way since chase debut and he’s a long way out of the
11 HEDGEHOPPER (GB) (43)
B g Fight Club (GER) - Little Miss Monty
O Mrs S. M. Farr
T Sheila Lewis, Brecon DARK
Br Mrs S. M. Farr
YELLOW sleeves, DARK BLUE spots, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer and no form under Rules Miles out of the handicap
Number of Declared Runners 11................................................................................................(Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
BETTING FORECAST:
7-2 Soir de Gala (FR), 9-2 Isholo du Vivien (FR), 5-1 Clean Getaway (IRE), 11-2 Up For Appeal (IRE), 6-1 Ittack Blue (FR), 10-1 Climbing (GB), 18-1 Almost Gotaway (IRE), 66-1 Lion’s Vigil (USA), 100-1 Ray’s The One (GB), Beannaigh Do (IRE), 150-1 Hedgehopper (GB)
HARRY KIMBER
CHARLIE PRICE (3)
RACE SUMMARY:
An interesting race in which the suggestion is SOIR DE GALA, who has progressed nicely over hurdles for the Nicholls yard and is bred to make a chaser Up For Appeal, Isholo du Vivien and Clean Getaway have all been in good form over fences this summer, while Ittack Blue is another chase newcomer from a top stable who could have a say
1-2-3: 1.SOIR DE GALA (FR) 2.UP FOR APPEAL (IRE) 3.ISHOLO DU VIVIEN (FR) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free
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The Grace & Dotty Open National
Hunt Flat Race (Class 4)
(Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four and five yrs old
Total prize fund £6000
Owners Prize Money Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 RONNIES RULES (IRE) (19) F-11 CD 5 11 7
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Greatrisc (IRE)
O Mr N. Sutton Br Mrs Violet Pollard
T Dan Skelton, Alcester S Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
ROYAL BLUE, PINK stars, PINK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who looked a useful recruit for new connections when making a winning bumper debut over C&D 19 days ago, despite racing freely. Hard to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
2 BELIEVE A LITTLE (GB) (19)
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Megan Mint
O Miss Hannah James
T Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Br Miss Hannah James
S Hannah James LIGHT GREEN and EMERALD GREEN (quartered), LIGHT GREEN sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1, last of 8 behind Ronnies Rules on C&D debut at the beginning of this month.
3 COLD STEEL (FR) (202) 5- 5
B g Spider Flight (FR) - Strike The Pose (FR)
O Mrs Jacqueline Mansbridge
T Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br E.A.R.L. de Faydeau
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE braces, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, remote fifth on Exeter debut on New Year’s Day.
4 DROMBEG LAD (GB) (-) 4 10 10
B g Linda’s Lad - Drombeg West
O Mrs J. M. Owen
T Alex Hales, Edgecote
ROYAL BLUE, VIOLET hooped sleeves, RED cap.
Br Jacky Owen
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad gelding Dam, modest 2m-21f hurdle winner, half-sister to fair hurdler/ fairly useful chaser (stayed 25f) Clifton Debut Worth a market check in a race lacking depth.
5 KAPTAIN DU HOUX (FR) (-) 4
B g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Elliston Emery (FR)
O Sue Howell
Br Mr Camille Ferchaud & Mr Thomas Maudet
T Christian Williams, Bridgend S NAF
WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Third foal of an unraced sister to very smart hurdler/top-class chaser (2m-2 3/4m winner) Cilaos Emery. Stable 2-61 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons
6 PEACE PACT (GB) (55)
B g Peace Envoy (FR) - Our Belle Amie
O Francesca Poste
T Harriet Dickin, Midford
Br Paul Nicholson & Neil Malik
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, RED sleeves, WHITE seams, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW £22,000 son of Peace Envoy. Dam lightly raced in bumpers/placed over hurdles out of 3 1/4m hurdle winner Very Special One Failed to complete both starts in points (latest May 27).
WOODS
7
A
LITTLE
SOMETHING (GB) (49) U0P 5 10 7
B m Dartmouth - Somethinaboutmolly (IRE)
O Mrs Zara Tindall Br Mrs Zara Tindall
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
DARK BLUE, WHITE seams, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/chaser I K Brunel (19f-3m winner) but has offered little in 3 points ahead of this switch to Rules.
8 O’MALLEY (IRE) (62)
B m Ocovango - Gayeroyale (IRE)
O Kingsbere Racing Br N & L Thb Ltd
T Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
DARK GREEN, LIGHT GREEN striped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked to be struggling when brought down on home turn on Taunton debut in March but showed something to work on when fifth at Newton Abbot 8 weeks later. Still looked inexperienced on that occasion so may be capable of better again.
9 DAISY ME ROLLIN (IRE) (37) 6
B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Raise The Issue (IRE)
O Mr G. Hitchins
T Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Br Bloomfield Farm
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, diamonds on sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, achieved little when 24 lengths sixth of 8 on Newton Abbot debut last month.
10 LADY HENRIETTA (GB) (50) 05 4
B f Blue Bresil (FR) - Matrow’s Lady (IRE)
O Mr Steven John Matthews
Br Steven Matthews
T Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest S Matthews Roofing Bristol Ltd
BLACK, PINK epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap, PINK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Has hinted at ability in a couple of bumpers but looks
B f Frontiersman - What A Scorcher
O Mrs M. Gittings-Watts
T Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Mrs M. Gittings-Watts
RACE SUMMARY:
This looks an excellent chance for impressive C&D debut scorer RONNIES RULES to make it 2-2 since joining the Skelton yard. O’Malley showed a bit when fifth at Newton Abbot last month and might be the one for the forecast spot. Alex Hales gets the odd bumper winner so Drombeg Lad is a newcomer to monitor in the betting.
1-2-3:
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R A C E CO ND IT IO N S
First Race 1.50 - THE HIORNS HATS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) 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 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb 27 entries, 1 at £7 and 26 at £35. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.25 - THE ALLAN ATKINSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) 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 0-100. £29 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The friends of Allan Atkinson 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. 17 entries, 2 at £6 and 15 at £29. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.55 - THE ALLAN ATKINSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 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 0-100. £29 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb The friends of Allan Atkinson 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 17 entries, 2 at £6 and 15 at £29. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.25 - THE JOHN MURTAGH 60TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13070 to the winning horse The second to receive £6021, the third £3009 and the fourth £1507. for four yrs old and upwards £120 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £24 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £96 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Johns Family & Friends have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a memento to the winning owner and supply a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 4 at £24 and 9 at £120. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10015; Second £5009; Third £2503; Fourth £1253. (Penalty Value £13070.40) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE LADIES DAY WINNERS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, the third £1379 and the fourth £690. for novice four yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, July 15th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb Stratford Racecourse has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 25 entries at £55. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60)
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.35 - THE ARDENCOTE SPA MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3511 to the winning horse The second to receive £1615, the third £807, the fourth £404 and the fifth £201. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105. £27 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Ardencote Spa 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 31 entries, 1 at £6 and 30 at £27. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.10 - THE WATCH CHAMPIONS FULL GALLOP ON ITVX NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4568 to the winning horse The second to receive £2101, the third £1050, the fourth £525 and the fifth £262. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a m July 19th Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb RacingTV have generously supported 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 20 entries, 2 at £7 and 18 at £36. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06) SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 5.45 - THE GRACE & DOTTY OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376. for four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, July 15th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race Grace & Dotty 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 ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £30. - Closed July 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60)
SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
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