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WELCOME TO STRATFORD RACES
Welcome to Stratford’s Super September Saturday It’s always a difficult time of the year for summer jumps tracks, summer horses have been busy since May and the winter horses are not yet back in full work and racing so we are delighted to have so many runners and thank the owners and trainers for supporting our course during the season.
I would also like to thank our groundstaff and race day racecourse teams all of whom have worked incredibly hard during a very hot summer; to make the course look glorious and provide an excellent welcome to racegoers on a raceday. Thank you everyone
We would also like to thank all of this afternoons sponsors some of whom have supported the course for numerous years. We wish them and their guests a great afternoons racing
Looking to the future we have 3 fixtures in October; Monday 6th, Saturday 18 th and to finish the season Thursday 30th October
All of us here at Stratford Racecourse are committed to ensuring that you have a great day out. If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can be reached either on the day, by contacting the office, or later by telephone, 01789 267949, or by email: info@ stratfordracecourse.net
Enjoy your day at Stratford Races.
With best wishes,
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing 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.
Rex Dingle 6.25
Harry Bannister
6.25
James Best 5.55
Sean Bowen 4.45, 5.55, 6.25, 6.55
Kevin Brogan 4.45
Jonathan Burke 6.25
Tom Cannon 5.22
Alex Chadwick 4.12
Rian Corcoran 4.45 Charlie Deutsch 6.55
Michael Attwater
4.45
Jessica Bedi
6.25
Mickey Bowen
4.12, 4.45
Jim Boyle
4.45
David Bridgwater
4.45
Ben Case
6.25
Michael Chapman
6.25
Brian Eckley
5.55, 6.55
Thomas Faulkner
5.55
Alex Hales
5.55
John Joseph Hanlon
4.12, 5.22, 6.25
Gary Hanmer
4.45
Robert Dunne 4.45, 5.55, 6.55
Shane Fenelon 4.12, 4.45, 6.55
Ciaran Gethings 5.22, 6.55
Theo Gillard 4.45
Ben Godfrey 5.55
Marc Goldstein 4.45
Paddy Hanlon 4.12, 5.22, 6.25
Jack Hogan 4.45
Nathan Howie 4.12
Richard Hawker 5.55
Georgie Howell 6.25
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole 6.55
Alan King 5.22
Emma Lavelle 4.45, 6.55
Kerry Lee 5.22
Charlie Longsdon 5.22, 6.55
Donald McCain 4.45, 6.25
Gary & Josh Moore 5.22
Neil Mulholland 4.45, 6.25
Michael Mullineaux 6.55
Ben Jones 4.45, 6.55
William Maggs 6.25
Richie McLernon 4.45, 6.55
Freddie Mitchell 5.22
Non Runner 5.55, 6.25
David Noonan 4.45, 5.55
Conor O’Farrell 4.45
Richard Patrick 5.22
Lilly Pinchin 5.22
Brendan Powell 4.45
Seamus Mullins 6.25, 6.55
Olly Murphy 4.45
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill 4.45
Henry Oliver 4.45, 5.55
James Owen 4.12, 4.45, 6.55
Ella Pickard 5.55
Charles & Adam Pogson 4.12
Joe Ponting 6.25
Ryan Potter 6.25
Alastair Ralph 5.22, 6.25
David Rees 5.55, 6.55
Daniel Sansom 6.55
Luke Scott 6.55
Gavin Sheehan 4.45, 5.55
Stan Sheppard 6.55
Harriet Tucker 6.25
Jack Tudor 5.55, 6.55
Kielan Woods 5.55
Tabitha Worsley 5.55, 6.25
Toby Wynne 4.12
Mark Rimell 4.45
Matt Sheppard 6.55
Robert Stephens 6.55
Alison Thorpe 5.55
Joe Tickle 4.45
Christian Williams 5.55, 6.55
Max Young 5.55
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 (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
G HANMER (20 wins from 82 runners, 24%) runs LOCKDOWN LASS (4.45)
A KING (15 wins from 54 runners, 28%) runs FINEST VIEW (5.22).
O MURPHY (13 wins from 83 runners, 16%) runs CAELAN (4.45)
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
JAMES OWEN (8 wins from 62 runners, 13%) runs LASER FOCUS and CHILLHI (4.12), HAMLET’S NIGHT (4.45), JET PATROL (6.55)
J & A O’NEILL (3 wins from 7 runners, 43%) runs WILLIAM WALTON (4.45)
A KING (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runners listed above
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
SEAN BOWEN (25 wins from 114 rides, 22%) rides HAMLET’S NIGHT (4.45), RADHARC NA SLAINE (5.55), ALL UNDER CONTROL (6.25), JET PATROL (6.55)
GAVIN SHEEHAN (21 wins from 105 rides, 20%) rides THAPA VC (4.45), MINI FORTUNE (5.55)
TOM CANNON (16 wins from 60 rides, 27%) rides FINEST VIEW (5.22).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SEAN BOWEN (5 wins from 27 rides, 19%) rides listed above
RICHIE MCLERNON (4 wins from 15 rides, 27%) rides WILLIAM WALTON (4.45), GRAECIA (6.55)
STAN SHEPPARD (2 wins from 4 rides, 50%) rides FAMOSO (6.55)
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: None
CLASSY TIPS
There are no horses running at Stratford today which are in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race
STABLE MOVES
4.45 TEST THE MARKET has moved from G Elliott to J Boyle; 4.45 WILLIAM WALTON has moved from Owen Burrows to J & A O’Neill
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
MOUNT SINAI (4.12), LAKEFIELD FLYER (5.22), MOTHER SHIP (6.25) trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland
SOMEBODYCOMEGETHER (6.25) trained by J Bedi, Yarm, distance of 199 miles RADHARC NA SLAINE (5.55) & BOSKILL BORDEN (6.55) trained by D Rees & GAVIN (4.12) & FOREST SPIRIT (4.45) trained by M Bowen, both Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 4th September
CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS ARE TAKEN AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AROUND
THE COURSE
Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)
Racecards to purchase
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Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance) Card only
Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance)
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G/S Bar (downstairs) Card only
G/S Tattersalls Bar (downstairs)
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Aspall 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
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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
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
The Power Utilities Group
Conditional Jockeys’ Selling
Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)
for four, five, six and seven yrs old
Total prize fund £7150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) A SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 MOUNT SINAI (IRE) (12) (£10000) 030-014 7 12 0
Gr m Mount Nelson - Sigh of Relief (IRE) (Old Vic)
O Mr S. Kemble
T John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br W. P. Mullins
BLACK and LIGHT BLUE diamonds, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at best but well below that level this year Didn’t need to be at her best to win a Sligo claiming hurdle on final start for Willie Mullins but underlined her inconsistency when disappointing over fences on stable debut last month. May prove more competitive back in a selling hurdle Star Rating
2 LASER FOCUS (IRE) (28) (£10000) 1143-00 7 11 0
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Decisive Intent (Lawman (FR))
O Pontoon racing
Br Sunderland Holding Inc.
T James Owen, Newmarket S The Rare Breed Meat Company LIGHT BLUE, PINK spots, armlets and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner has lost his way in both codes, off the bridle a long way out when well beaten at Newmarket last month. Yard has a respectable record in this sort of contest but a resurgence is needed (stable also saddle Chillhi).
3 CHILLHI (IRE) (7) (£10000) 00-2P14 5 10 13
B g Churchill (IRE) - Hi Katriona (IRE) (Second Empire (IRE))
O Deva Racing SE
T James Owen, Newmarket
Br Mr John Webb
S Deva Racing Group DARK BLUE, RED disc, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a lengthy losing run over hurdles at Uttoxeter (20f) in July and scored on the Flat at Beverley (2m) since. Bounced back from a disappointing effort when a creditable third in a 9-runner handicap at Newton Abbot (16.8f) 7 days ago and should give a good account dropped into selling company. Star RatingHHHHI
4 GAVIN (GB) (14) (£10000) 624202 7 10 9
B g Bated Breath - Under Milk Wood (Montjeu (IRE))
O Mr H. Jones
Br Seasons Holidays PLC
T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest S Peter and Karen Bowen Racing MAUVE, PURPLE chevron, hooped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a losing run in good style from the front at Ffos Las in May and largely remained in good form since, proving more tractable than usual when a close second in a 10-runner handicap at Cartmel (17.2f) 2 weeks ago Well-suited to a sharp track and is 1-1 in selling company. Strong claims. Star RatingHHHHH
5 JO’S RAINBOW (IRE) (21) (£10000) 005-0F0 5 10 2
B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Rainbow Dancing (Rainbow Quest (USA))
O Hughes,Lawson,Pogson Br Kilshannig Stud
T Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, RED sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner who performed well on a couple of occasions over hurdles for Dan Skelton last year but hasn’t fire this season, latest on stable debut when tailed off at Market Rasen last month. Arrives with plenty to prove. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81
Number of Declared Runners 5..................................................................................................(Exacta) Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4.
NATHAN HOWIE
SHANE FENELON
BETTING FORECAST:
PLAY SMARTER
6-4 Gavin (GB), 9-4 Chillhi (IRE), 11-2 Mount Sinai (IRE), 8-1 Laser Focus (IRE), 16-1 Jo’s Rainbow (IRE) RACE SUMMARY:
GAVIN arrives in good form having proved less headstrong than usual when runner-up at Cartmel 2 weeks ago and should again be suited by a sharp track. He can capitalise on a drop into selling handicap company, with fellow front-runner Chillhi the obvious danger for a yard who have a respectable record in this sort of contest. Of the rest, Mount Sinai has the form to be competitive if back on song and could be the one to pick up the pieces if the pace is overly strong.
1-2-3: 1.GAVIN 2.CHILLHI (IRE) 3.MOUNT SINAI (IRE)
Power Utilities Group have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
Hanmer)
The Genair Maiden Hurdle Race
(Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 ANIMATO (GB) (42)
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Blithe
O Miss Ella McCain
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
ROYAL BLUE and PINK diamonds
6 11 4
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on 5-time winner on the Flat (stays 17f) for David O’Meara (sold out of that yard for 8,000 gns).
Proved his inconsistency when below form on most recent Flat outing for new connections. Wears usual headgear but doesn’t look one to have maximum faith in on hurdles debut Star RatingHHIII Official BHA
2 MOST WANTED (IRE) (8)
Ch g Buratino (IRE) - Pure Jazz (IRE)
O Mr G. J. Clarkson
45- 7 11 4
Br Kilnamoragh Stud
T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold S Fitzdares Limited
DARK GREEN, LIGHT GREEN cross belts, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT GREEN armlets, LIGHT GREEN and DARK GREEN check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from a headstrong hurdles debut when well beaten in a Southwell maiden last December Seen to good effect winning on the Flat at Leicester in July but hasn’t backed that up Still has plenty to prove back over hurdles and he’ll likely be better off in handicaps
3 THAPA VC (IRE) (21)
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Merritt Island
O The Circle of five
T Mark Rimell, Witney
DARK BLUE, BEIGE sleeves
Br Mr J. Kelsey Fry
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner (stays 1m) and only ran respectably when finishing midfield in a 7f handicap at Doncaster last month. 7-y-o doesn’t look the obvious type to make an impact first time up over hurdles but Gavin Sheehan takes the ride and he’s worth a market check
4
THREE PIKES (GB) (16)
Br g Jack Hobbs - My Dixie
O Mr Nick Shutts
Br Trull House Stud Ltd
T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley EMERALD GREEN, BLACK seams, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, BLACK spots and spots on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Second in a Chepstow bumper for Tom George (sold for £50,000) and off the mark in a bumper on stable
debut Twice runner-up in maiden hurdles at Newton Abbot (18.5f) unlucky not to win last time, losing out in a photo having stumbled after the last. Should give another good account.
5 CAELAN (IRE) (43) 4 4 11 2
B g Tamayuz - Fou Rire (IRE)
O Fitorfat Racing & Partner
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Atacama Bloodstock & Beshelstown Trading
S Motaclan RED, DARK BLUE epaulets, halved sleeves and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair dual winner on Flat (stays 11f) and was given a considerate introduction to hurdling following 3 months off when fourth in a Uttoxeter novice (15.8f) 43 days ago Market should guide expectations given the yard do well so with this type in handicaps
6 HAMLET’S NIGHT (IRE) (14) 2 4 11 2
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Ophelia’s Dream
O Roxholme Racing
T James Owen, Newmarket
Br Godolphin
S Fitzdares Limited
RED and WHITE diamonds, WHITE sleeves, RED armlets, RED and WHITE quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) for Daniel & Claire Kubler and plenty to like about his hurdles debut when second behind an experienced winner at Cartmel (17.2f) last month, having travelled strongly Should
enjoy this sharp test and may well get off the mark in first-time hood
GILLARD
GAVIN SHEEHAN
DAVID NOONAN
BROGAN
7 HUXLEY (IRE) (22)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Strawberry Fledge (USA)
O Dare To Dream Racing Br Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
T Michael Attwater, Epsom S daretodreamracing.co.uk ORANGE, GREY star
TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing maiden on Flat (stays 1m), just modest form at best for current connections Likely to be an outsider on hurdles debut Star RatingHHIII Official
8 TEST THE MARKET (GB) (124) 04-2
B g Cracksman - Cundinamarca (FR)
O South Hatch Partners Br Pedro A Mateos Not SL
T Jim Boyle, Epsom S Jim Boyle Racing
EMERALD GREEN, BLACK diamond, armlets and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Went the right way in bumpers for Gordon Elliott, finished second in a Down Royal bumper when last seen in May. Interesting to see what the market makes of him on hurdles bow. Star
9 THE PADSTER (FR) (330)
B g Rio de La Plata (USA) - Pussy Galore (IRE)
O The Family Affair Br S.A.S. Haras Le Gue
T Joe Tickle, Tiverton
RED, DARK GREEN stars, chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on sole Flat start last October. Difficult to make a case for on hurdles debut Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
10 TILEHURST (GB) (44) 10-23 BF 4 11 2
B g Bated Breath - Confusing
O The Butcher, The Baker & Troublemakers Br Whatton Manor Stud
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke S Tote
DARK GREEN, MAROON hoops, MAROON and DARK GREEN hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning bumper debut for Henry Daly in October and got back on track when a close second on hurdles debut at Worcester (16f) in June, the form having worked out well Unable to build on that when third over the same C&D the following month but it’s still very early days. One to consider. Star RatingHHHHI
11 WILLIAM WALTON (GB) (98)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Waldlerche
O London Design Group Limited
T Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
4 11 2
Br Newsells Park & Ammerland GmbH & Co.KG
S London Design Group Limited
DARK BLUE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, WHITE and DARK BLUE striped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat (stays 1 3/4m) for Owen Burrows, last seen finishing well held in a handicap at Chester in May. Has joined Jonjo & A.J O’Neill and looks one of the more interesting newcomers in the field given his eye-catching middle-distance Flat pedigree. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/5/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
12 LOCKDOWN LASS (GB) (44)
B m Albaasil (IRE) - Littlemoor Lass
O Lockdown Racing
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
7 10 11
Br Stuart & Sarah Matheson
S Far Logistics Ltd LIGHT BLUE, BLACK spots on sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner on Flat (stays 8.5f) but well below form at Doncaster last time Likely to fall short on hurdles debut STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/7/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
13 FOREST SPIRIT (IRE) (24)
B f Waldgeist - Helisa (FR)
O Mrs Karen Smith
Br John O’Connor
4 10 9
T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest RED, WHITE diamond, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, RED cap, ROYAL BLUE diamonds
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair dual winner on Flat (should stay 1 3/4m). Sold from Michael Bell for 14,000 gns in July and shaped better than bare result on stable debut at Ffos Las last time Interesting to see if supported on hurdles debut for yard who know the time of day. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - SHANE
14 MIDNIGHT PASS (GB) (44) 26 BF 4 10 9
B f Passing Glance - Midnight Gem
O Ms G. E. Morgan
Br Ms Gillian E Morgan
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough S Hatherden Horse Transport
EMERALD GREEN and WHITE (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance filly who produced a promising first effort behind an unbeaten Irish-raider when second in 10-runner Worcester bumper in July before disappointing over same C&D 3 weeks later. Needs to bounce back but she’s in good hands for her hurdling debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - BEN JONES
RICHIE MCLERNON
JACK HOGAN
FENELON (5)
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Hamlet’s Night (IRE), 9-2 Tilehurst (GB), 11-2 Three Pikes (GB), 14-1 Caelan (IRE), Test The Market (GB), Forest Spirit (IRE), Midnight Pass (GB), 16-1 William Walton (GB), 25-1 Animato (GB), 28-1 Thapa VC (IRE), 50-1 Most Wanted (IRE), 66-1 Huxley (IRE), Lockdown Lass (GB), 150-1 The Padster (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
HAMLET’S NIGHT made an encouraging hurdles debut when runner-up at Cartmel and will be suited by this sharp test. He’s fancied to get off the mark at the expense of Tilehurst who went close on his first start over hurdles and could be worth another chance to build on that solid form, while Three Pikes has done little wrong to date and looked unlucky when narrowly denied at Newton Abbot last time.
1-2-3:
1.HAMLET’S NIGHT (IRE) 2.TILEHURST 3.THREE
Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying
The Wynchwood Handicap Steeple Chase
(Class 3) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 FINEST VIEW (GB) (16) 5-11122 CD BF 8 12 0
B m Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend
O Pitchall Stud Partnership
T Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Pitchall Stud
S Goodwin Racing Ltd
LIGHT GREEN, DARK BLUE epaulets, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who comes here on a roll over fences, bumping into a back-toform handicap blot when narrowly denied a 4-timer over C&D in July. Good second off new mark at Newton Abbot 16 days ago and should go well again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 132
2 BLACK
HAWK EAGLE (IRE)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Nimboo (USA)
O The Eagles
T Kerry Lee, Presteigne
(67) 2052-02 7 11 4
Br Vimal and Gillian Khosla
S Fitzdares Limited PINK, BLACK chevrons on sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicap hurdler who shaped well sent chasing from 6lb out of the handicap when second of 4 to Finest View over C&D in July Entitled to build on that and races off 2lb lower here. Star RatingHHHHH Official
3 BALLYWILLIAM
BOY (IRE) (7) 00-2323 10 11 2
B g Vita Venturi (IRE) - Safety Recue (IRE)
O Mrs M. Devine
T Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
DARK GREEN and LIGHT GREEN diabolo, quartered cap.
Br Michael Hourigan
S KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Now 23 runs since his last win in 2021 but he’s been running well back over fences this season. In the mix again in a change of headgear Star Rating
4 STROLL ON BY (IRE) (41) 6122-12 D 8 10 11
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Liss Croga (IRE)
O Old Gold Racing 9
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
OLD GOLD, WHITE chevron, WHITE cap.
Br Niall Flynn
S RetrainingofRacehorses,OldGoldRacing,MerriebelleStableLLC
TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner at Market Rasen last summer and made a winning return to action in a handicap hurdle at that venue in July Decent second at Uttoxeter since and should remain competitive back chasing. Star
5 IN THE AIR (FR) (19) 66-5412 D 7 10 10
B g Coastal Path - Sably (FR)
O Mr Bill Hawkins
Br Mr Charles Magnien
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account over fences in 5-runner handicap at Uttoxeter in July Had the run of race there but still shaped in good form when second here (19.5f) since. Star RatingHHHII
6 LAKEFIELD FLYER (IRE) (12) F/02-102 7 10 9
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Hobson’s Choice (IRE)
O Ms Rachel O’Neill
T John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
BLACK, YELLOW braces, hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.
Br Miss R. O’Neill
TIMEFORM VIEW As good as ever when making a winning return at Downpatrick in July and quickly back to form when good second there 12 days ago. clear of rest. Irish raider who’s not taken lightly Star
TOM CANNON
FREDDIE MITCHELL (5)
LILLY PINCHIN
PADDY HANLON (5)
Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta)
2024: MOVEIT LIKE MINNIE (IRE) 7 11 2 Sam Twiston-Davies 15-8 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 6 ran
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Finest View (GB), 7-2 Black Hawk Eagle (IRE), 9-2 Lakefield Flyer (IRE), 6-1 Stroll On By (IRE), 7-1 In The Air (FR), 17-2 Ballywilliam Boy (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
BLACK HAWK EAGLE bettered his hurdles form at the first attempt when 2 1/4 lengths second to the thriving Finest View over C&D this summer and Kerry Lee’s gelding can reverse the placings on 10lb better terms.
1-2-3: 1.BLACK HAWK EAGLE (IRE) 2.FINEST VIEW 3.LAKEFIELD FLYER (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is
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The Genair Handicap Steeple Chase
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9150
Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 SONGO (IRE) (16) 45-P044 9 12 0
B g Most Improved (IRE) - Sacre Fleur (IRE)
O The Songo Partnership Br Sacre Fleur Partnership
T Richard Hawker, Frome
EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE hoops, EMERALD GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since landing back-to-back novice hurdles in 2023 but offered a bit more at Newton Abbot last 2 starts. Not an obvious chasing type. Star RatingHHIII
2 LIMERICK LEADER (FR) (2) P-21222 BF 8 11 13
B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Out Law d’Oc (FR)
O Team Tristar (UK) Ltd
T Alison Thorpe, Carmarthen WHITE, DARK GREEN stars on sleeves and cap.
Joshua Out Law d’Oc Thorpe rmarthen , Dap RK es
Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Nicolas Taudon
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating
3 ILLOGICAL LOGIC (FR) (74) 34P-F13 BF 7 11 8
Ch g Coastal Path - Vierge Sainte (FR)
O Trembath Nisbet Hughes Wright Br Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis
T Christian Williams, Bridgend
S Dodson and Horrell PURPLE and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Had the race sewn-up when falling 2 out at Newton Abbot in May and gained quick compensation when making all back there following month. Decent third there since and he remains of interest Star RatingHHHHH
4 JAUNTY VIKING (GB) (898) 25P/054//- 10 11 7
B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Jaunty Spirit
O Mr Brian Eckley
T Brian Eckley, Brecon BLACK, WHITE diamond, armlets and star on cap.
Br B. J. Eckley
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on belated return effort when fifth at Ffos Las but went backwards at Chepstow since. Makes a belated chase debut
5 MCGREGORS CHARGE (GB) (21) 023241 7 11 0
B g Recharge (IRE) - Triggywinkle (FR)
O Mr Roderick Chelton
Br Roderick Chelton
T Ella Pickard, Taunton WHITE, MAROON hoops, GREY sleeves, MAROON armlets, GREY cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved pretty consistent at a lowly level since switched to chasing and, helped by the favourite’s weak finish, opened his account under a positive ride at Perth 3 weeks ago Respected up 6lb Star RatingHHHHI
6 GONE IN SIXTY (GB) (44) 00-3145 8 10 9
B g Sixties Icon - Gib (IRE)
O Alex Hales Racing Club
T Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br Jeremy Gompertz
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd BLACK, YELLOW stars, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, YELLOW star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark in handicap hurdle at Fakenham (20f) in June but not in same form next 2 starts. Switches from hurdles to chase. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
ROBERT DUNNE
JACK TUDOR
KIELAN WOODS
7 BOYS OF WEXFORD (GB) (148) P13655- 8 10 8
B g Millenary - Floradorado
O Mr R. G. Whitehead
Br T. C. Dawson
T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley S Tote
ROYAL BLUE and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), LIGHT BLUE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets
TIMEFORM VIEW Fontwell winner in November but below form in 2025, fifth of 8 in handicap chase at Fontwell (19.5f, good, 6/1) 148 days ago
8 BAHTIYAR (FR) (48) 04-453P 7 10 7
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Baladala Reconce (FR)
O Lady Susan Brooke
Br Mr Joel Denis
T Max Young, Sneads Green S Tote
ORANGE, BROWN disc, BROWN cap, ORANGE spots.
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who makes limited appeal sent chasing STEWARDS NOTE:
Following its run on 20/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed
9 RADHARC NA SLAINE (IRE) (51) 3-52352 8 10 2
B g Jet Away - Alstroemeria (IRE)
O John, Roger & Dai
T David Rees, Haverfordwest
Br Mr K. Bolger
LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW seams, halved sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but placed 3 times from last 4 starts, including when second of 8 in handicap chase at Worcester (23f, good to soft) 51 days ago. Headgear on 1st time Could figure.
10 MINI FORTUNE (IRE) (7) 443-434
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Mini Dane (IRE)
O Mr Nathan Pyne
T Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Mr Kevin Dillon
EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN stars, DARK GREEN sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, EMERALD GREEN cap, DARK GREEN star
TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific winning pointer who reached the frame first 3 handicap chases under Rules Stamina stretched under the conditions at Newton Abbot last week
Number of Declared Runners 10 (Exacta) Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 8, 10.
BETTING FORECAST: 11-4 Illogical Logic (FR), 10-3 McGregors Charge (GB), 5-1 Radharc Na Slaine (IRE), 12-1 Boys of Wexford (GB), Mini Fortune (IRE), 14-1 Gone In Sixty (GB), 18-1 Songo (IRE), 33-1 Jaunty Viking (GB), Bahtiyar (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
ILLOGICAL LOGIC is going through a good spell at the moment and he remains of interest. Mcgregors Charge could be the main danger, ahead of Radharc Na Slaine. 1-2-3: 1.ILLOGICAL LOGIC (FR) 2.MCGREGORS CHARGE 3.RADHARC NA
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DAVID NOONAN
TABITHA WORSLEY (3)
Happy 60th birthday to our 60th wonderful Sarah Doyle. yle.
You are an incredible mother, wife and sister. We adore you!
Enjoy your day at Stratford. Lots of love Amber, Georgia, Simon, Denise and Jake xxx
The Sarah Doyle Diamond Birthday
Mares’ Handicap
(Class 5)
Hurdle
Race
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds)
for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £9150
Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 WRAPPEDINRUBIES (IRE) (171) 530/102- 6 12 0
B m Milan - Wall of Silence (IRE)
O Four Counties
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br W. Devereux
S The Injured Jockeys Fund ROYAL BLUE, RED epaulets, WHITE sleeves, PINK stars, WHITE cap, PINK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward when winning mares’ handicap at Catterick (19f, good) on reappearance last December. Matched that form when second at Haydock (21f) in March. Off since but evidently capable when fresh. Player. Star Rating
2 MOTHER SHIP (IRE) (14) 2-00305 5 11 13
B m Affinisea (IRE) - Little Vinnie (IRE)
O Give Me A Name Syndicate
T John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
RED, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap.
Br Miss R. O’Neill
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but has been running consistently well in handicap hurdles in Ireland in recent months, including with cheekpieces added last time Shark Hanlon has a 4-13 record here.
3 MIDNIGHT GOLD (IRE) (17) 1/243-P0 8 11 13
B m Fame And Glory - Midnight Fox (IRE)
O Neil Mulholland Racing Club
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
LIGHT BLUE, RED chevrons, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
Br Geoffrey Thompson
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced since a win at Southwell in June 2023, not offering much obvious promise in her 2 outings this summer
4 BELLES BENEFIT (IRE) (14) 454-633 D 9 11 12
B m Leading Light (IRE) - Snowbelle (IRE)
O Alex Harvey
T Ben Case, Banbury
SAXE BLUE, BLACK stripe on cap, SCARLET sleeves
Br Paul O’Dwyer
S David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice during a consistent campaign last season and back to somewhere approaching her best when 7 lengths third over 25f at Cartmel a fortnight ago First-time blinkers replace cheekpieces. Enters calculations.
5 HURST HILL (IRE) (19)
B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Nicat’s Benefit (IRE)
O Mr J. H. Young
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
NON-RUNNER
Br Thomas Keating
S We Do Vans BLACK, YELLOW stripe, sleeves and cap.
, W sleev ap YELL stripe es
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.
6 ALL UNDER CONTROL (IRE) (71) P0-0220 D 6 11 1
Br m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Larnalee (IRE)
O RS Racing (Syndicates)
T Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Mrs Juliet Brown
S RS Racing
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account at Fontwell in December and better than form when runner-up over 3 1/4m here and at Newton Abbot at the start of the summer Freshened up since a poor run at Cartmel at the end of June and could bounce
MAGGS (5)
7 SOMEBODYCOMEGETHER (GB) (48) 643 5 10 12
Gr m Outstrip - Absent Amy (IRE)
O Hill House Racing Club
T Jessica Bedi, Yarm
DARK BLUE, RED epaulets, sleeves and cap.
Br Mr Nigel Hardy
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest staying maiden on the Flat. Poor form in 3 novice hurdles this summer (distant third last time) but more realistic chance now handicapping for the first time in this sphere. Star
8 BARELY FAMOUS (IRE) (19) 2-22524 BF 9 10 9
B m Fame And Glory - Cause Celebre (IRE)
O Mr Will Gaskins
Br C. O. P. Hanbury
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE disc, striped sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 4 times on the bounce in points during the spring and stepped forward from her yard debut when second of 16 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23f, good) in July Went without cheekpieces when a remote fourth over C&D since but they return now.
9 RAINCLOUD (GB) (14)
Ch m Ulysses (IRE) - Flood Warning
O Mrs M. Chapman
T Michael Chapman, Market Rasen
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
YELLOW, RED cross belts, RED sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, RED stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden on Flat/over hurdles who was well held back in handicap company at Cartmel last month. Easy to look elsewhere.Star
10 NEEDTOKNOW (IRE) (16)
B m Milan - Presenting Pearl (IRE)
O Mr P. Ponting
T Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge
LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE chevron, quartered cap.
Br Miss D. Quigley
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on first of 3 starts in Irish points Little promise in 3 qualifying runs over hurdles but more chance now handicapping from a basement mark. First-time cheekpieces replace a tongue tie.
11 DONTWORRYWEGOTTHIS (GB) (136)
Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Shropshirelass
O Ms G. Howell
Br Tabitha Worsley
T Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells S NDS Equine Nutrition, Drill Service (Horley) Ltd
YELLOW, MAUVE epaulets
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show any discernible signs of ability and she’s a long way out of the weights again.
Number of Declared Runners 11 (Exacta)
Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11.
BETTING FORECAST:
7-2 Belles Benefit (IRE), 9-2 Wrappedinrubies (IRE), 11-2 Barely Famous (IRE), 6-1 Mother Ship (IRE), 7-1 All Under Control (IRE), 8-1 Somebodycomegether (GB), 14-1 Midnight Gold (IRE), 40-1 Needtoknow (IRE), 80-1 Raincloud (GB), 300-1 Dontworrywegotthis (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
BELLES BENEFIT was back on form when third at Cartmel a fortnight ago and could be the way to go in a change of headgear Returning Donald McCain 6-y-o Wrappedinrubies is a danger, while Irish runner Mother Ship can go well again also.
AARON ANDERSON (5)
JONATHAN BURKE
IMOGEN MATHIAS (7)
WORSLEY (3)
T H E FA MI LY OF SA RA H DO YL E
The family of Sarah Doyle have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse
H O R S E WE LF AR E
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Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance.
During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.
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 memory of Andy
A very much missed husband to Marian, father, grampy and friend to many, who was sadly taken from us in February 2014.
Andy spent many happy hours working as a Jockeys Valet and enjoyed racing.
As a tribute to keep his memory alive, his family and friends have rallied round to sponsor this race and many are here today to remember him with much love and affection and enjoy a day at the races.
The Andy Townsend Memorial Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for three 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 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 FAMOSO (IRE) (92) 5232-64 C D 9 12 0
B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE)
O The Evron Experience
Br Sweetmans Bloodstock
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, hooped sleeves, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Three chase wins last season but below par in 2 outings at Bangor at the start of the summer. Reverts to hurdles after 3 months off (never won in this sphere).
2 TIMEFORARUM (GB) (67) 64201-5 D 7 11 11
B g Proconsul - Timeforagin
O Mr Brian Eckley
T Brian Eckley, Brecon BLACK, WHITE diamond, armlets and star on cap.
Br B. J. Eckley
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 2m handicap hurdle at Hereford in December but not seen again until a below-par fifth over 18.5f here at the beginning of July Off another 10 weeks since.
3 CHIPS AND RICE (GB) (17)
B m Golden Horn - Semaral (IRE)
O Castle Farm Racing Club
T Robert Stephens, Caldicot
0340 6 11 10
Br Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd
S Danum Equine Management Ltd YELLOW, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for James Fanshawe but modest form at best in maiden hurdles for current stable and her opening handicap mark in this sphere isn’t obviously generous STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/8/2025 it was reported that the horse made a jumping mistake
4 LADY CARO (IRE) (157)
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Springinherstep (IRE)
O Mr & Mrs A Millett
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
42251P- D 7 11 9
Br Denis Noonan
S Hatherden Horse Transport
ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD GREEN chevron, EMERALD GREEN and ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in gritty fashion in 5-runner handicap hurdle at Plumpton (2m, good to soft) in March and set to be placed when pulled up and dismounted before 3 out at Ludlow in April. First start since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/4/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its action. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
5 JET PATROL (IRE) (19)
Br g Jet Away - Caramaleta (IRE)
O Mr Martin Ward
T James Owen, Newmarket
0-24061 CD 8 11 6
Br Doyle Brothers
ORANGE and BLACK (quartered), BLACK sleeves, ORANGE armlets
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed the immediate benefit of a switch to James Owen with a comfortable C&D win 19 days ago Could easily have more to offer for his prolific new stable and can make light of an 8lb rise Star RatingHHHHH
6 BASILETTE (IRE) (19)
B m Doyen (IRE) - Bahri Sugar (IRE)
O Gee Tac Limited
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br Seamus Mullins
S Gee Tac Limited
BLACK, ORANGE epaulets and sleeves, ORANGE cap, BLACK star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice in C&D handicaps this summer, latterly 4 1/2 lengths third of 11 to Jet Patrol 19 days ago. Should give another good account but even an 8lb pull in the weights may not be enough for her to turn the tables on James Owen’s charge Star
CIARAN GETHINGS
JONES
DANIEL SANSOM (3)
7 BOSKILL BORDEN (IRE) (51) 4-50236 D 6 11 2
B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Aweebounce (IRE)
O Toni, Dai & Griffiths
T David Rees, Haverfordwest
Br Pat McCarthy
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed at Worcester on first 2 starts when visored but his run of good form in the headgear came to a halt back there 7 weeks ago Star
8 GRAECIA (IRE) (61) 4P3P-4 4 11 1
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Palinodie (FR)
O Run Like A Girl
Br Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton S Merriebelle Stable LLC
PINK, LIGHT GREEN cross belts.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner who ran comfortably her best race over hurdles when fourth of 15 in
2m Worcester handicap (good) in July
Would have been a bit closer but for trouble in running Enters the reckoning
9 HILL STATION (FR) (16) 622632 6 10 13
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Fulani’s (IRE)
O Mark Albon & Partner
Br Mr John Bryan Robinson
T Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich S Coulthursts Ltd
LIGHT BLUE, MAROON chevron and sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner on the Flat (all AW). Yet to win over hurdles but runner-up 3 times at Newton Abbot this summer, including on latest start 16 days ago Ought to be competitive again.
10 DANNY’S FRIEND (IRE) (84) 0604-64 6 10 10
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Baby Briggs (IRE)
O Sue Howell
T Christian Williams, Bridgend
WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
Br John Mounsey
S Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains with few miles on the clock and he stepped up on his reappearance/stable debut effort when fourth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, good) in June This drop back to 2m isn’t sure to play to his strengths, though. Star Rating
11 GRANNY B (IRE) (19)
B m Acclamation - Debuetantin
O Mr Michael Mullineaux
T Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley
Br Kildaragh Stud
ROYAL BLUE, RED triple diamond, RED and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner of the Flat but exposed as a poor maiden over hurdles, finishing 10 1/2 lengths fifth of 11 to Jet Patrol over C&D 19 days ago
Number of Declared Runners 11
Hood worn by No. 5, 11. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
BETTING FORECAST:
11-4 Jet Patrol (IRE), 13-2 Hill Station (FR), 7-1 Graecia (IRE), 9-1 Lady Caro (IRE), 10-1 Basilette (IRE), 12-1 Boskill Borden (IRE), 14-1 Timeforarum (GB), Danny’s Friend (IRE), 22-1 Famoso (IRE), 25-1 Granny B (IRE), 33-1 Chips And Rice (GB)
SHANE FENELON (5)
RICHIE MCLERNON
LUKE SCOTT (5)
RACE SUMMARY:
JET PATROL had something to spare when making a winning start for the James Owen yard here last month and an 8lb rise doesn’t look enough to prevent him following up. Graecia was quite a promising fourth at Worcester last time and might provide the main threat ahead of Basilette, who was third to the selection last time.
1-2-3:
1.JET PATROL (IRE) 2.GRAECIA (IRE) 3.BASILETTE (IRE)
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The Friends and Family of Andy Townsend have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
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First Race 4.12 - THE POWER UTILITIES GROUP CONDITIONAL
JOCKEYS’ SELLING HANDICAP
HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for four, five, six and seven yrs old only. Enter by noon, September 1st and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 4th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to September 3rd, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £6000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £10000. Power Utilities Ltd have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and 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 GUINEAS. 13 entries at £24. - Closed September 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) A SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 4.45 - THE GENAIR MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 1st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Genair 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 21 entries at £40. - Closed September 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 5.22 - THE WYNCHWOOD 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, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £58 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £46 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 4th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Wynchwood have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 7 entries at £58. - Closed September 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 5.55 - THE GENAIR HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4832 to the winning horse The second to receive £2223, the third £1111, the fourth £556 and the fifth £277. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 1st and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 4th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Genair will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 13 entries at £36. - Closed September 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.25 - THE SARAH DOYLE DIAMOND BIRTHDAY MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4832 to the winning horse The second to receive £2223, the third £1111, the fourth £556 and the fifth £277. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 1st and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 4th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The family of Sarah Doyle have generously sponsored this race 13 entries at £45. - Closed September 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 6.55 - THE ANDY TOWNSEND MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 1st and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 4th. Penalties, after August 30th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 6lb The family & friends of Andy Townsend have kindly sponsored 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. 18 entries at £33. - Closed September 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
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