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Welcome to Stratford Racecourse on this spring Saturday afternoon
We would especially like to welcome all of our sponsors and racegoers who are celebrating Birthdays and special occasions We feel honoured to be playing a small part in your special day.
We are very much looking forward to racing during the summer months. For anyone interested in future days, you will find the fixture list on the back page of this race card
We apologise for the work fencing and disturbance at the far end of the enclosure We are rebuilding and modernising the Avon Suite which we hope will be ready to use again in July for hospitality and as a new viewing restaurant
We have also resumed our popular 25 Club which gives individuals and companies a fun affordable way to get involved with racing for the year. The package includes hospitality, annual badges and sponsorship. If you are interested please call Wendy on 01789 267949; prices start from £1500.
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Enjoy your day at Stratford Races
With best wishes,
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary
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“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider”. Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented. Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance. During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
In the event of an emergency all persons on the racecourse will be alerted by the following message over the public address system. This is an emergency announcement. Due to circumstances beyond our control, racing has been temporarily suspended Would all patrons please evacuate ALL buildings and make your way across the racetrack to the Red post marker in the Centre of the Course. Police and Racecourse Officials will assist and direct you. Please do not go to any Car Park until you are cleared to do so, because you may hamper the movement of emergency vehicles The message will then be repeated.
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Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration
All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property
Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures.
Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket All tickets will remain valid for three months.
Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting.
4.15
2.30, 4.15
2.30, 3.05, 3.40
Conor O’Farrell 4.50 Ben Poste 1.55
Brendan Powell 3.05, 4.15
Sean Quinlan 2.30, 3.40, 4.50 Harry Reed 4.15 Stan Sheppard 2.30, 3.40
Worsley 2.30 Nico de Boinville 1.55
Clive BoultbeeBrooks 4.50
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.
LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
FERGAL O’BRIEN (21 wins from 114 runners, 18%) runs INTREPIDE SUD (4.15), TED’S FRIEND (4.50).
G HANMER (20 wins from 75 runners, 27%) runs RAZZO ITALIANO (3.40).
O MURPHY (11 wins from 83 runners, 13%) runs DAMBUSTER (1.55), PRESENT DE VANGO (2.30), THE WOLF (3.05), TROPICAL SPEED (4.50).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
FERGAL O’BRIEN (11 wins from 35 runners, 31%) runners listed above.
N HENDERSON (6 wins from 28 runners, 21%) runs KIENTZHEIM (1.55).
J CANDLISH (6 wins from 22 runners, 27%) runs LAWMANS BLIS (2.30), MATCHLESS (3.40), MAGGIES BOY (4.50).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
BRIAN HUGHES (21 wins from 100 rides, 21%) rides FREEDOM DAY (2.30), SINE NOMINE (3.05).
SEAN BOWEN (20 wins from 98 rides, 20%) rides DAMBUSTER (1.55), PRESENT DE VANGO (2.30), THE WOLF (3.05), INSPIRATRICE (4.15), TROPICAL SPEED (4.50).
HARRY BANNISTER (16 wins from 71 rides, 23%) rides TACTICAL AFFAIR (4.15).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SEAN BOWEN (8 wins from 38 rides, 21%) rides listed above.
BRIAN HUGHES (7 wins from 41 rides, 17%) rides listed above.
SEAN QUINLAN (5 wins from 22 rides, 23%) rides LAWMANS BLIS (2.30), MATCHLESS (3.40), MAGGIES BOY (4.50).
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 4.50 TIP TOP TONTO (won off 84 down 4lb to 80).
CLASSY TIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.55 ST PANCRAS (down 5 grades); 4.50 MY LOUISE (down 2 grades).
STABLE MOVES
1.55 AL MOOTAMARID has moved from M Botti to Dominic Elsworth; 1.55 DAMBUSTER has moved from A Balding to O Murphy; 1.55 IFWEGETAWAY has moved from Christy Woods to D J Jeffreys; 2.30 PENTHOUSE POPPET has moved from C A McBratney to M Sheppard; 3.40 BLACK TONIC has moved from R O’Brien to T R Gretton; 4.15 RED CIRCLE has moved from S Dixon to Dominic Elsworth.
FREEDOM DAY (2.30) trained by Paul Robson, Alnwick, distance of 266 miles. BOSKILL BORDEN (4.50) trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles. SINE NOMINE (3.05) trained by Fiona Needham, Thirsk, distance of 172 miles. NO GUARANTEE (2.30) trained by Cynthia Woods, Crowborough, distance of 152 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 27th March.
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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.
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• Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win
• 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2
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• 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
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Race 1 2.05 1m 7f 218y
1 Metier (IRE) 10-0
2 Golden Rules (GB) 9-9
3 Tritonic (GB) 9-9
4 Jabbar (IRE) 9-7
5 Who’s Glen (FR) 9-6
6 Youthful King (GB) 9-6
7 Kamboo (IRE) 9-5
8 Cool Party (GB) 9-3
9 Alrazeen (IRE) 9-3
Race 2 2.40 1m 2f 219y
1 Real Dream (IRE) 9-12
2 Max Mayhem (GB) 9-12
3 Balmacara (GB) 9-11
4 Teumessias Fox (IRE) 9-10
5 Paradias (GER) 9-10
6 Mr Alan (GB) 9-9
7 Mount Atlas (GB) 9-8
8 Grey Cuban (GB) 9-8
9 Forceful Speed (IRE) 9-6
10 Ambiente Amigo (GB) 9-5
11 Andaleep (IRE) 9-3
12 Killybegs Warrior (IRE) 9-2
13 Lieber Power (GB) 9-2
14 Calumet (IRE) 9-0
Race 1 2.10 1m 7f 168y
1 Crystal Glance (GB) 12-0
2 Iolaos du Mou (FR) 11-12
3 Ruler Legend (IRE) 11-12
4 Jorebel (FR) 11-7
5 Little Pi (FR) 11-6
6 Fat Harry (GB) 11-5
7 Inion Tiogair (IRE) 11-2
8 Remarkable Flight (IRE) 10-11
Race 2 2.45 2m 7f 70y
1 Barry Fife (IRE) 11-10
2 Doctor Kildare (FR) 11-10
3 La Higuera (IRE) 11-10
4 Stone’s Throw (GB) 11-10
5 Wistmans Prince (GB) 11-10
6 Edna E Mode (IRE) 10-2
Race 3 3.20 2m 3f 207y
1 Blue Las (GB) 12-0
2 Kantagua du Large (FR) 11-4
3 Miss Maverick (GB) 11-3
4 Presenting Doy (IRE) 11-3
5 Either Or (IRE) 11-2
6 Sweet Magic (IRE) 10-10
7 Hello Cello (IRE) 10-7
8 Don’t Tell Rosie (GB) 10-4
Race 3 3.15 1m
1 Crimson Advocate (USA) 9-2
2 Gaiety Musical (IRE) 9-2
3 Mercury Day (IRE) 9-2
4 Muddy Mooy (IRE) 9-2
5 Queen of Atlantis (GB) 9-2
6 Romanova (GB) 9-2
7 Rose Prick (IRE) 9-2
8 Rubies From Burma (USA) 9-2
9 Shuwari (IRE) 9-2
10 Soprano (IRE) 9-2
Race 4 3.50 1m
1 American Gal (GB) 9-9
2 Bermuda Longtail (FR) 9-6
3 Ellaria Sand (GB) 9-6
4 Glittering Surf (GB) 9-6
5 Qarlyga (FR) 9-6
6 Rhapsody (IRE) 9-6
7 Elizabeth Bay (GB) 9-2
Race 5 4.25 1m
1 Glittering Legend (GB) 9-9
2 Obsidian Dream (GB) 9-6
3 Cavallo Bay (GB) 9-2
4 Hawksbill (GB) 9-2
5 Local Lad (IRE) 9-2
Race 4 3.55 2m 4f
1 Range (IRE) 11-10
2 Georgi Girl (IRE) 11-8
3 King Arise (IRE) 10-13
4 Coqolino (FR) 10-12
Race 5 4.30 3m
1 Broughshane (IRE) 12-2
2 Poppa Poutine (IRE) 12-2
3 Almazhar Garde (FR) 12-0
4 Everything’sontick (IRE) 11-12
5 Carrigmoorna Rowan (IRE) 11-11
6 Montregard (FR) 11-11
7 Good Work (FR) 11-9
8 Fern Hill (IRE) 11-7
9 Caeruleum (GB) 11-5
10 Konfusion (GB) 11-2
11 Militaire (GB) 11-2
12 Nine Nine Nine (GB) 10-2
Race 6 5.00
6f
1 Walbank (IRE) 9-10
2 Amazonian Dream (IRE) 9-9
3 Cajetan (GB) 9-9
4 Aramram (IRE) 9-8
5 Al Barez (GB) 9-7
6 Rohaan (IRE) 9-6
7 Change Sings (IRE) 9-6
8 Ararat (IRE) 9-5
9 Tiger Crusade (FR) 9-5
10 Monsieur Beaulieu (GB) 9-1
11 Habooba (USA) 9-0
12 Harry Did (GB) 8-9
Race 7 5.35 1m 3f 219y
1 Arqoob (IRE) 10-0
2 Knockbrex (GB) 9-10
3 Java Raja (IRE) 9-9
4 Midnight Rumble (GB) 9-9
5 Sugar Road (GB) 9-7
6 Civil Law (IRE) 9-7
7 Billiegee (IRE) 9-5
8 Party Island (IRE) 9-2
9 Enthused (IRE) 9-1
10 Aiming High (GB) 9-1
Race 6 5.05 2m 7f 70y
1 Mahland (IRE) 12-0
2 Party Business (IRE) 12-0
3 Bertie B (GB) 11-12
4 Getaway Drumlee (IRE) 11-10
5 Double Click (IRE) 11-7
6 Kaituna River (IRE) 11-6
7 Clondaw Royale (IRE) 11-5
8 Juan Bermudez (GB) 11-4
9 Marty Byrde (GB) 11-4
10 Copshill Lad (IRE) 11-3
11 Risk d’Argent (FR) 10-11
12 Paddy O’Mahler (IRE) 10-8
13 It’s Maisy (IRE) 10-7
14 Superior Glance (GB) 10-2
Race 7 5.40 1m 7f 168y
1 Barrow Hill Lad (GB) 11-0
2 Donttellyamumjack (GB) 11-0
3 Double Measure (FR) 11-0
4 Emerald Warrior (IRE) 11-0
5 Gaelic Glow (GB) 11-0
6 Heaven Can Wait (GB) 11-0
7 Mini Mario (GB) 11-0
8 Mr Jukebox (IRE) 11-0
9 Saffron Creed (GB) 11-0
10 The Bluesmaster (IRE) 11-0
11 Tread Carefully (IRE) 11-0
12 Walk In The West (IRE) 11-0
13 Driving Miss d’Azy (GB) 10-7
14 Night Burlesque (GB) 10-7
Doubles
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 BREAK POINT (GB) (20) 0 5 11 5
B g Iffraaj - Final Set (IRE)
O Strangers on the Shaw Partnership
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
T Derek Shaw, Sproxton S A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd PURPLE, GREY and PURPLE striped sleeves, hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor performer on Flat who was given a considerate introduction to hurdling when down the field in 2m Warwick novice earlier in the month. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
2 GOODBYEMICK (IRE) (7)
Gr g Fairly Ransom (USA) - Halfway Home
O Green Army Syndicate
Br Liam Walsh
T Max Comley, Naunton EMERALD GREEN, BLACK diamond, diamonds on sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who has run to little level in a hunter chase/Newbury novice hurdle Star RatingHIIII
3 IFWEGETAWAY (IRE) (34) P 6 11 5
Gr g Getaway (GER) - Lettre de Cachet
O Andy Mews
T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Hawthorn Villa Stud
S A M Horseboxes RED, WHITE chevron, YELLOW sleeves, RED and WHITE quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW €10,000 3-y-o, Getaway gelding. Dam (h119), maiden hurdler, 13f winner on Flat. Pulled up sole start in points (Feb 23). Star
4 KIENTZHEIM (FR) (49) 011-13 D BF 5 11 5
Gr m Zanzibari (USA) - Virfolette (FR)
O Mr John P. McManus
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.
Br Francois-Xavier Lefeuvre, Berengere Ross
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner in France for Armand Lefeuvre at the start of 2024 and belied market weakness to make a winning start over hurdles in 2m Kempton maiden in December Jumped a bit sloppy when third at Newbury since and remains with potential. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating
B g Passing Glance - Artic Bliss
O First Chance Racing
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br First Chance Racing
S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
BLACK, YELLOW sash, chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Looks more one for handicaps after this run.
B g Siyouni (FR) - Pilaster
O Andrew & Sarah Wates
T Toby Lawes, Beare Green
NAVY BLUE, GREEN sash, CERISE cap.
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
S Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the Flat (stays 1 3/4m) and has improved significantly with each run over hurdles, winning Musselburgh Listed event on second start prior to finding only one too good in Grade 2 Adonis at Kempton. Sets a high standard. Star RatingHHHHH
7 PRETTY PUNCTUAL (GB) (19)
Ch m Jack Hobbs - Pretty Neat (IRE)
O The One Eyed Squirrel Syndicate
T Max Comley, Naunton
Br Charles Wilson
BLACK, ORANGE chevron, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/pair of maiden hurdles.
8 AL MOOTAMARID (IRE) (171)
B g Kingman - Fleche d’Or
O Clontyseer Racing Ltd
Br Fleche D’Or Partnership
T Dominic Elsworth, Lowsonford S Rmf Group Ltd
EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW braces, YELLOW sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/2m),
9 BARONETTI (IRE) (19)
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Balsamine (USA)
O Molly and Paul Willis
T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Godolphin
S Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Last in minor event sole start on Flat and unseated rider first on recent Taunton hurdle debut
B g Kingman - Wall of Sound
O The Squadron Leaders
TIMEFORM
Chasemore Farm
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S Motaclan
11 POMERIGGIO
Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Vivere (IRE)
O Nikki Evans Racing
T Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Rockfield Farm
S Radnor Hills
ORANGE and BLACK stripes, halved sleeves, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing on the Flat and offered little on Cork hurdling debut in December Star
BETTING FORECAST:
EVENS St Pancras (GB), 2-1 Kientzheim (FR), 15-2 Dambuster (GB), 16-1 Al Mootamarid (IRE), 66-1 Mexican Stan (GB), 80-1 Ifwegetaway (IRE), 100-1 Goodbyemick (IRE), 150-1 Break Point (GB), 200-1 Baronetti (IRE), 250-1 Pretty Punctual (GB), 300-1 Pomeriggio (IRE)
ST PANCRAS sets a high standard for a race of this nature and can make the most of the drop in grade. Kientzheim remains with potential, particularly now faced with a sharp 2m, with Dambuster an interesting hurdling newcomer
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
for novice 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 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 LAWMANS BLIS (IRE) (9) 6B5-61 7 12 2
B g Lawman (FR) - Megec Blis (IRE)
O G.P.S. Heart of Racing Ltd & partner
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Pat O’Rourke & The Lawman Syndicate
S PRA World Ltd, P C Coaches of Lincoln Ltd
MAROON, WHITE stars, ORANGE sleeves, MAROON cap, WHITE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 14f on flat for Ivan Furtado Stepped forward from debut for this yard to win a 7-runner novice hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f), for all he was gifted the race when the odds-on favourite fell and nearly threw it away when losing concentration at the last Shortlisted on handicap debut Star Rating
2 PRESENT DE VANGO (IRE) (520) 45/550- 7 11 9
Br g Ocovango - Present Your Own (IRE)
O Fgd Limited
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Dan Mangan
S Motaclan, FGD Limited BLACK, YELLOW stars, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t achieve much in a trio of runs in maiden/novice company in 2023 but he was likely being brought along with handicaps in mind Worth a market check on the back of 17-months off but remains an interesting contender on handicap debut for a yard who’ve had a fine season with handicap debutants Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 92
3 GET THE VALUE (IRE) (19) 0-652PP 7 11 8
B g Getaway (GER) - Valsugana (IRE)
O The Cross Racing Club
Br A. P. Heskin Ltd
T John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn S Tote DARK GREEN, LIGHT GREEN epaulets and armlets
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable second of 12 at Newton Abbot (18.5f) in July remains a standout effort over hurdles and has questions to answer now having pulled-up on his last two outings STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/3/2025 it was reported that the horse made a mistake and lost action. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 91
4 BELLE MONTROSE (IRE) (52) 543550 6 11 6
B m Milan - Rag’s Lady (IRE)
O Cheltenham boys & Steve Chick Br Noel Fenton
T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham S Solstice RED, WHITE hoops, checked sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but shaped quite encouragingly when fifth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) in January, pulling clear of the remainder Presumably not quite right on her last outing having become detached after the first Chance if back on song STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/2/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star Rating
5 ROCKETTE (IRE) (27) 00/33-50 7 11 1
Gr m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Zariziyna (IRE)
O O Williams
T Tom Ellis, Rugby
DARK GREEN, YELLOW epaulets, WHITE sleeves
Br Michael Fennessy
S Fresh Air
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedabilitybothstartsoverhurdlesforDanSkeltoninMay/June2023.Backfrom19monthsoffwhencreditablefifthof16inhandicap hurdle at Warwick (19f) on debut for this stable but failed to build on that when disappointing at Huntingdon earlier this month. Bounce back needed STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84 MR JACK ANDREWS (3)
6 FILLYFUDGE (GB) (35) 34/00-35 6 11 0
B m Charming Thought - Our Gal
O Ms Fiona Donald
T Lemos De Souza, Newmarket
Br Mr G. Wilding
S Class1Personnel
MAROON, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON armlets, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Bettered previous efforts in this sphere when third of 8 at Leicester in November (15.5f, good to soft) but not seen to best effect in testing conditions over the same C&D next time Likely to be suited by the sharper track/better ground here and should be spot on for this after pipe-opener on Flat. Star RatingHHHHI
7 PENTHOUSE POPPET (IRE) (35)
B m Getaway (GER) - Conors Miracle (IRE)
O The Poppet Partnership
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br Michael O’Regan
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, hooped sleeves, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a modest performer in Ireland for Colin A. McBratney, last seen when well-held at Down Royal (24.1f) in November 2023. Drops significantly in trip for stable debut and only worth considering if market vibes hint at an improved effort.
8 FOR YOU BUZZ (IRE) (21)
Br g Workforce - Marble Memory (IRE)
O Mr John Manogue Br J. Manogue
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan
4 10 10
LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE chevron, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE spots, DARK BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE diamond.
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t achieve much in qualifying runs, though not given hard time on the last of those when third of 6 in juvenile hurdle at Taunton. Ran badly when well-beaten at Hereford (16.2f) on handicap debut 3 weeks ago and he
again find this test on the sharp side
9 FREEDOM DAY (IRE) (16)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Pioneer Spirit
O Mr C Ashton & Mr S Quinn Br Lady Bamford
T Paul Robson, Alnwick
GREY, RED and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner but he has made an inauspicious start in this sphere and for present connections, again achieving little when fifth of 7 in novice hurdle at Hexham (16.2f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Needs to improve for the switch to handicaps
10 MAMBO BEAT (IRE) (21) 3-56063 6 10 6
Ch g Red Jazz (USA) - Bulrushes
O Mr Lee Davies
T Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Al Wasmiyah Farm
BLACK and YELLOW check, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW spots, YELLOW and BLACK hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner in 2023 for Clive Cox and has proved inconsistent over hurdles for this yard, certainly more miss than hit this season but did shape better fitted with first-time cheekpieces (retained) when chasing home the front two in the market at Hereford 3 weeks ago. Claims if he can back that up.
11 NO GUARANTEE (GB) (17)
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Tropical Rock
O High Weald Racing Br Littleton Stud
T Cynthia Woods, Crowborough S Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd DARK GREEN,
Olly Murphy has struck with 3 of his last 7 handicap hurdle debutants (also had 2 runners-up) and he may be able to enhance that fine record with PRESENT DE VANGO The lightly-raced 7-y-o appears to have been brought along with handicaps in mind and makes appeal in a weak race, particularly if the market noises are positive following a 17-month absence. Fillyfudge will be suited by this sharp test and should be spot on after a recent spin on the Flat, with Mambo Beat not ruled out. 1-2-3:
Stratford
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 MAHONS GLORY (IRE) (22) 0-24P01 D 9 12 0
B g Fame And Glory - Dark Sunshine (GER)
O C Nightingale & Hold My Beer Partnership Br Mr Walter Connors
T Dylan Cunha, Newmarket MAROON, WHITE star, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended his time with Patrick Neville out of sorts but, having been picked up very cheaply, proved at least as good as ever when scoring at Leicester (22.7f, good to soft) just over 3 weeks ago, seemingly revitalised by a return to front running/chasing Not sure to be in the same mood, however. Star Rating
Gr m Saint des Saints (FR) - Hymn To Love (FR)
211-UFP CD 9 11 11
O Mr R. Tate Br Mrs C. J. C. Bailey
T Fiona Needham, Thirsk GOLD, MAROON hoops, GOLD sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed herself one of the best hunters around when landing the Festival Challenge Cup at Cheltenham Festival last year Let down by jumping all 3 starts this term, but this represents a significant drop in grade and she’s ridden by a fully-fledged professional rider for the first time Star
(14) 5-21142 D 11 11 10
Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Ges (FR)
O PremierPlastering(UK)Limited&TheMurphy’s Br Mme Olivia Goupil
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S Motaclan PINK, WHITE star, PINK sleeves, WHITE stars and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Not straightforward but in fine form in November when taking small-field handicaps at Huntingdon and Leicester Labouring some way out when gunning for the hat-trick back from a break at Carlisle last month but back on song when bumping into one at Kempton (24f, good to soft) 2 weeks ago
4 PEDLEY WOOD (IRE) (42)
B g Westerner - Rosin de Beau (IRE)
O Messenger Family and John Reed Br T. Hanley
25-511P BF 8 10 6
T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne S Coral Racing Limited EMERALD GREEN, BROWN spots and sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORMVIEW Steadily progressive 8-y-o who added to his tally back at 2 1/2m atWincanton on Boxing Day and enhanced his already impressive strike over fences when following up back there (25.1f) in January. Ran a shocker in his hat-trick bid back there 6 weeks ago so needs to bounce back STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/2/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star Rating
Number of Declared Runners 4
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
BETTING FORECAST:
11-8 Mahons Glory (IRE), 9-4 The Wolf (FR), 11-2 Sine Nomine (GB), Pedley Wood (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
It’s fair to say things haven’t gone to plan for SINE NOMINE this season, but she was one of the best hunters around last year so can get her career back on track partnered by a fully-fledged professional rider for the first time. The Wolf wasted no time getting back to form when finishing runner-up at Kempton a fortnight ago, so he can edge out last-time-out winner Mahons Glory for the forecast spot.
1-2-3:
1.SINE NOMINE 2.THE WOLF (FR) 3.MAHONS GLORY (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £5500
Owners Prize Money Winner £2295; Second £1148; Third £574; Fourth £287. (Penalty Value £2995.30)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 GREATNESS AWAITS (IRE) (12) (£8000) 553115 6 12 0
B g Clodovil (IRE) - Top Act (FR) (Fantastic Light (USA))
O Mr Bill Hawkins Br Kildaragh Stud
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to his best for current yard when making all at Ludlow (15.8f) last month and struck again at Hereford (16.2f) 9 days later. Not in same form over longer trip at Southwell since but could be a player here.
2 MATCHLESS (IRE) (24) (£8000) 214464 BF 7 12 0
B g Galileo (IRE) - Bye Bye Birdie (IRE) (Oasis Dream)
O Mrs Ros Marriott Br Coolmore
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
S Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who took advantage of drop in grade when taking seller at Plumpton in November Been rather in and out since but must enter calculations here.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112
3 HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (24) (£8000) 102P32 D 8 11 10
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fleur d’Ajonc (FR) (April Night (FR))
O K & N Waite Construction Limited
T James Owen, Newmarket
Br M. Besnouin & M. Feuillet-Besnouin
S K & N Waite Construction Limited RED, BEIGE epaulets, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, BEIGE and LIGHT BLUE check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick for his current yard, visored for the first time when second of 7 in claiming hurdle (11/4) at Catterick (15.7f, good to firm) 24 days ago Big player.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 115
4 BLACKIJO DAGROSTIS (FR) (9) (£8000) 35645P 6 11 4
Br g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Chanelle Dagrostis (FR) (Pirateer (IRE))
O The Argent Family
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br Mr Jean-Pierre Cordonnier
YELLOW and DARK BLUE diabolo, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets and diamonds on DARK BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in points and was a similar story on Rules debut in novice hurdle at Ludlow last week STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/3/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its action. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - STAN
5 BLACK TONIC (GB) (581) (£8000) 044/F5U- 7 11 4
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tullow Tonic (IRE) (Beneficial)
O G1 Racing Club Ltd
T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
RED, YELLOW seams, halved sleeves, quartered cap.
Br Tom Weston
S JMC Surfacing Contractors
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler in Ireland back in 2023. Not seen for 19 months, however, and market may prove best guide to claims on return for new yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97
6 IT’S A GOOD NAME (FR) (73) (£8000) 50/1P/-0 7 11 4
B g Nom de d’La (FR) - Douna de Juilley (FR) (Al Namix (FR))
O Whites Property Limited
T Deborah Cole, Solihull
Br Mathieu Talleux & Marc Bouyssou
BLACK, YELLOW seams, diabolo on sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 2m1f French hurdle winner in 2022. Pulled up on sole run for Warren Greatrex later that year and showed nothing on return for new yard at Newbury in January. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 102
7 RAZZO ITALIANO (IRE) (12) (£8000) 551100 CD 8 11 4
Br g Frammassone (IRE) - Funny Fish (FR) (Westerner)
O Mrs J. A. Ashley Br Paddy Byrne
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
BLACK, MAUVE star, MAUVE sleeves, MAROON stars, BLACK cap, MAUVE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back hurdles winner in September, including over C&D for this yard. Should be fit from a couple of recent runs on the Flat but has something to find on form here.
Number of Declared Runners 7
Hood worn by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7.
BETTING FORECAST:
13-8 Honneur d’Ajonc (FR), 5-2 Matchless (IRE), 13-2 Greatness Awaits (IRE), Black Tonic (GB), 16-1 Razzo Italiano (IRE), 50-1 It’s A Good Name (FR), 100-1 Blackijo Dagrostis (FR)
RACE SUMMARY: HONNEUR D’AJONC didn’t do a lot wrong at Catterick last time and looks the safest option in a contest where few appeal. Matchless and Greatness Awaits may give him most to think bout.
1-2-3: 1.HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) 2.MATCHLESS (IRE) 3.GREATNESS AWAITS (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds)
for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights lowered 3lb
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
B g Coastal Path - Altitude Sud (FR)
53-1PP6 7 11 9
O The Chicheley Partnership Br Mme Michele Juhen-Cypres
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S BresBet BLACK, RED sash, WHITE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who reached a similar level over hurdles, making a winning return in a Uttoxeter maiden (15.8f) in October. However, pulled up next 2 starts and low-key effort starting out over fences here (17f) 19 days ago. Has something to prove now upped in trip Star RatingHHHII
(11) 23-6544 6 11 6
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Codrina (FR)
O Velocity Racing NH Br Gheorghe Codre
T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn S 1Account Ltd
LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW disc, YELLOW sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner for Gordon Elliott last winter. Yet to scale same heights for present stable, albeit possibly in need of the run after 3 months off when fourth in 6-runner handicap chase at Exeter (19.2f) 11 days ago. Not one to write off Cheekpieces on 1st time Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105 HARRY
3 MORTENS
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Bonnet’s Pieces
O Mr Michael Hawker
T Mike Hawker, Chippenham
YELLOW, RED diamond, hooped sleeves, RED cap.
Br Mrs P. Sly
3U-4441 C D13 11 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran course winner who capitalised on reduced mark to open his account for the season in handicap chase at Fakenham (21.2f) in January, leading before last and winning readily 5lb higher makes things tougher but possibilities nevertheless Star RatingHHHII
(67) 5P0-PU3 8 11 5
B or Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Hot Choice
O Mr Greenfingers Syndicate Br Thomas Norris
T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
EMERALD GREEN, RED hollow box, MAROON sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term out of sorts for Nicky Henderson and no upturn for a yard switch this season, readily put in his place by front pair when third of 4 in handicap chase at Leicester (22.7f) in January. Has it to prove. Cheekpieces replace the hood worn on last 2 starts.
5 RED CIRCLE (FR) (418) 032P/2P- D 7 11 4
B g Sidestep (AUS) - Red Smart (FR)
O Mr Paul J. Dixon
T Dominic Elsworth, Lowsonford
ROYAL BLUE, PINK chevrons, ROYAL BLUE cap.
Br Jean-Pierre Joseph Dubois & Laura Lemier
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair jumper in France (chase winner over 19f in 2022) who showed nothing sole Flat start for Scott Dixon 13 months ago Returns to this discipline starting out for new yard and it will be interesting what the market makes of him.
6 KAYCE DUTTON (IRE) (17) 652202 7 11 4
B g Ocovango - Case Hardened (IRE)
O John Lawson & Charles Pogson Br Springmount Stud
T Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield S Tote
EMERALD GREEN and RED (quartered), RED sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner for Margaret Mullins who enhanced his run of placed efforts at Huntingdon when runner-up over extended 19f there 17 days ago. Fact he hasn’t proved as effective away from that venue
is a concern but he evidently arrives in good heart. Star
(IRE) (43)
Gr m Galileo Gold - Telegraphy (USA)
O Bradley Partnership
T Nicky Martin, Minehead
0/4622-4 6 11 3
Br Ringfort Stud
S Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd MAROON, BEIGE star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who showed fair form without success over fences last winter (best efforts on soft/heavy) and she appeared unsuited by the nature of the test after a year off when last of 4 in mares’ handicap chase at Fakenham (21.2f) 6 weeks ago
8 JAIPALETEMPS (FR) (19)
B g Crossharbour - Royale Canaille (FR)
O Mr G. F. Edwards
T David Pipe, Wellington
123635 D 6 11 2
Br Mr David Lumet
S W & S Recycling SCARLET, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, BLACK and EMERALD GREEN hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 claiming chases in France. Yet to scale same heights for new yard but shaped as if this
step back up in trip would help when fifth behind re-opposing Siam Park in handicap chase at Taunton (2m) 19 days ago. Handicapper
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Present Attraction (IRE)
O Brocade
11-4 Siam Park (IRE), 4-1 Mortens Leam (GB), 5-1 Kayce Dutton (IRE), 9-1 Tactical Affair (FR), 12-1 Intrepide Sud (FR), 14-1 Russian Ruler (IRE), Inspiratrice (IRE), 16-1 Jaipaletemps (FR), 22-1 Red Circle (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
SIAM PARK confirmed the promise of his chase debut effort when opening his account over shorter at Taunton (2m) 19 days ago and, appealing as the type to do better still, he looks to hold sound claims again returned to this longer trip. Veteran Mortens Leam and Tactical Affair are others to consider, with Kayce Dutton another contender if proving as effective away from Huntingdon.
1-2-3:
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £6150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 CALAGOGO (IRE) (199) 0/-P04P0 D 9 12 0
B g Doyen (IRE) - Bluebell Line (IRE)
O Stephen Allen Br Lady Vivienne Lillingston
T Stephen Allen, Chipping Norton
BLACK and PINK (quartered), BLACK sleeves, PINK spots
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler at best, leaving Gordon Elliott/off 23 months prior to 2024/25. Made the frame at this C&D on third start for current yard in July, but has run below par last 2 outings and others preferred after 6 months off Star RatingHHIII
2 KAPROYALE (GB)
Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - As You Leave (FR)
1215-16 C 10 12 0
O The Galloping Dentist at 45 The Green Br E. M. Peck & Sons
T Max Comley, Naunton ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW cross belts, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a third hunter chase success when scoring at this course (17f) last May and, after 7 months off, shaped better than result on stable debut when sixth of 8 in handicap chase at Sedgefield (19.3f) on Boxing Day, stumbling 3 out Has 12lb lower mark back hurdling STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/12/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHHII
B g Ocovango - Hiwaitilitellu (IRE)
O Baxter, Barrett & O’Keeffe
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
4-0552 6 11 12
Br John Joe Gleeson
S PRA World Ltd WHITE, RED sash, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Back up in trip for handicap debut, left previous efforts behind when second of 5 at Sedgefield (19.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago, rallying after the last Cheekpieces applied and he could be ready to get off the mark over this longer distance. Star RatingHHHHH
4 TED’S FRIEND (IRE) (2) 320004 9 11 11
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock
O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy
S BresBet
DARK GREEN, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win since September 2022 but went through a good spell earlier this season, making the frame in 4 consecutive starts However, his form has dropped off this year, having no chance from 3 out when fourth of 7 at Southwell (20.4f, good) on Thursday. Star RatingHHIII
5 BOSKILL BORDEN
B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Aweebounce (IRE)
O Toni, Dai & Griffiths
T David Rees, Haverfordwest
543600 6 11 11
Br Pat McCarthy
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Just the one win from 11 starts over hurdles in Ireland and below form on his final 2 starts there. After 6 months off, fared no better in first-time cheekpieces when down the field at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) on stable debut and others more persuasive at present. Star Rating
B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Tropical Ocean (IRE)
O The Hayes Sports Partnership
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
ORANGE, BLACK diamond and sleeves, RED cap.
04436P 6 11 6
Br Edward Ryan
S Motaclan
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame on final 3 outings for Eoin Doyle last summer, but hasn’t offered much in 2 starts on soft ground for current trainer this year However, he could yet do better for his new yard faced with less testing conditions Star Rating
7
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B g Milan - Glenlogan (IRE)
O C & C Boultbee Brooks
(IRE) (65) 4-U0000 6 11 5
Br Mr Joe Cashman
T Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope S Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth on all 3 starts in points but little impact in novice hurdles and failed to improve sent handicapping when eleventh of 16 at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) 65 days ago. Has work to do upped further in trip
8 MY LOUISE (GB) (99) 110-540 7 11 5
B m Passing Glance - Leyla’s Gift
O My Louise Partnership
Br Mrs Lydia Richards
T Lydia Richards, Chichester S Lydia Richards Racing RED, BLACK epaulets, RED sleeves, GREY armlets, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on the first 2 of 3 starts in bumpers but below that level over hurdles so far,
seventh of 11 in maiden at Ascot (21.6f, good to soft) on latest outing in December Handicaps could see her in a better light, though, given her bumper form
9 ARCTIC SAINT (IRE) (35) 550345 7 11 1
Gr g Saint des Saints (FR) - Nomad Attitude (FR)
O The D&S Partnership
T Deborah Cole, Solihull
Br Sean Hoare
S Lewisham Developments Limited WHITE, DARK BLUE chevron, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, DARK BLUE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who is also winless following 10 starts under Rules However, he made the frame on first 2 starts for current yard, before shaping as if worth another try at a longer trip when fifth of 10 at Chepstow (19.4f, soft) last time Shortlisted
10 TIP TOP TONTO (IRE) (150) 1-4P000 9 10 8
B g Milan - Sarahs Quay (IRE)
O Aled Evans & Tommy Williams
T Alison Thorpe, Carmarthen
Br Mr Colm McHenry
PURPLE, PINK stars, PINK sleeves, PURPLE stars and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came in handicap hurdle at Fakenham (20f) in April last year However, his form has gone the wrong way for new yards this season, well held both starts for his current trainer Looks to be up against it. Star RatingHHIII
RAY’S THE ONE (GB) (10)
B g Mount Nelson - Tenpence
O M I Pattinson Racing 2
T Mark Pattinson, Epsom
Br Dullingham Park
BLACK, ROYAL BLUE braces, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but returned to form back off his proper mark when third at Huntingdon (19.6f, good to soft) last month. Failed to repeat that effort at the same C&D 10 days ago, but he lurks on a dangerous mark if he’s on a going day. Star RatingHHHII
12 NOWYOUVEBINANDUNIT (GB) (19) 324-5B2 8 10 5
B m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Oceana Blue
O Mr Will Simmons
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br The C H F Partnership
MAROON, DARK BLUE star, diabolo on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice in handicaps for Simon Earle in summer 2023. Brought down early making stable debut last month, but produced her best effort yet when runner-up in 13-runner handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 19 days ago Respected. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 77
13 CABALLO DIABLO (IRE) (63) 2-1P000 9 10 2
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Baile An Droichid (IRE)
O Mr J. B. Wallwin
Br John and Paul Cousins
T Jonathan Barlow, Cropwell Bishop ORANGE, DARK BLUE chevrons, ORANGE sleeves, ORANGE cap, DARK BLUE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but down the field in both hunter chases and he hasn’t shown any more switched to hurdling last 2 starts, seventh of 11 in handicap at Uttoxeter (19.9f, soft) 63 days ago Best watched from out of the handicap
(619) 04P6/F0- 11 10 2
B g Doyen (IRE) - Merry Gladness (IRE)
O The Blakesley Racing Club Br Gregory Rossiter
T Tracey Leeson, Towcester MAROON, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 NH runs, finishing well held when ninth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good to soft, 11/1) when last seen in July 2023. Is 8lb wrong at the weights as he returns from 20 months off.
Number of Declared Runners 14 (Exacta)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 12.
3-1 Nowyouvebinandunit (GB), 4-1 Maggies Boy (IRE), 13-2 Arctic Saint (IRE), 10-1 Kaproyale (GB), 11-1 Tropical Speed (IRE), 16-1 My Louise (GB), Ray’s The One (GB), 20-1 Ted’s Friend (IRE), 28-1 Dublin To Milan (IRE), 40-1 Boskill Borden (IRE), Tip Top Tonto (IRE), 50-1 Calagogo (IRE), Caballo Diablo (IRE), 66-1 Top Drawer (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
MAGGIES BOY has been going the right way over hurdles, showing much improved form when second on handicap debut at Sedgefield last time, and with this longer trip promising to suit he is taken to go one better with cheekpieces added. Nowyouvebinandunit took a step forward when runner-up here 19 days ago and is feared most, ahead of Arctic Saint.
1-2-3: 1.MAGGIES BOY (IRE) 2.NOWYOUVEBINANDUNIT 3.ARCTIC SAINT (IRE)
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Scoring: a Winner 10 points, a Second 7 points, a Third 4 points, a Fourth 2 points.
Latest placings (up to and including 25th March 2025)
1st Dylan Johnston 157 pts
2nd Callum Pritchard 108 pts
3rd Freddie Gingell 106 pts
4th Jack Hogan 96 pts
5th James Turner 95 pts
6th Caoilin Quinn 88 pts
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First Race 1.55 - THE SUPPORT ON COURSE BOOKMAKER DAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race Enter by noon, March 24th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. Racecourse Bookmakers 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 Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 26th April, 2025. 25 entries at £40. - Closed March 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.30 - THE CASH IS KING ON COURSE NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4039 to the winning horse The second to receive £1858, the third £929, the fourth £465 and the fifth £231. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, March 24th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb With executive thanks to Stratford Racecourse on course Bookmakers for sponsoring and providing the £50 BTO to the stable hand in charge of the best turned out horse in the race 24 entries at £35. - Closed March 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.05 - THE GREEN DIAMOND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822 and the fourth £912. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £56 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £45 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb The family of Brian Green 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 11 entries at £56. - Closed March 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.40 - THE DARREN LOWE’S 60TH MANIFESTO SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2995 to the winning horse The second to receive £1379, the third £689 and the fourth £345. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 24th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after January 31st, 2023, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £5000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £8000. The Marbella Friends Holiday Clan have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner, and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post-race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 11 entries at £25. - Closed March 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2295; Second £1148; Third £574; Fourth £287. (Penalty Value £2995.30) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.15 - THE BETTER VALUE WITH RACECOURSE BOOKMAKERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for five 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. March 27th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Racecourse Bookmakers has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 17 entries at £36. - Closed March 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights lowered 3lb.
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.50 - THE SERVICE WITH A SMILE ONCOURSE BOOKMAKERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 24th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Racecourse Bookmakers have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 24 entries at £24. - Closed March 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
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