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Christmas Racemeeting Thursday, 30th December, 2021 Ofﬁcial Programme & Form Guide £3.00

CHRISTMAS RACEMEETING THURSDAY, 30TH DECEMBER, 2021 Today’s Schedule Page Time Race 10

12.15

12.45

The Invest Southwest Juvenile Hurdle (Class 4) (GBB Race)

1.15

The Newton King Estate Agents Novices’ Hurdle (Class 4) (GBB Race)

The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Training Series Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) (Part of the Racing Excellence Initiative)

1.50

The Summerﬁeld Developments Novices’ Handicap Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)

2.25

The Byerley Stud Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (Class 1) (Listed Race) (GBB Race)

3.00

The Kevin and Heather Bishop Retirement Handicap Chase (Class 5)

3.30

The Thatchers Cider Handicap Hurdle (Class 3)

Today’s Ofﬁcials Stewards

C. Lane (Stewards’ Panel Chair) S. Drowne F. Sweeney C. Hill

Starters

Commentator R. Hoiles

Betting Ring Manager A. Collins

Medical Ofﬁcers

W. Jordan W. Hutchinson

Dr J. Heathcock, Dr J. Louis, Dr O. Mort, Dr J. Peoples, Dr P. Pritchard & Dr T. M. Tilsley

Judge

Veterinary Surgeons

G. M. Lewis

Clerk of the Scales G. Robarts

A. F. Lees, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S. K. M. Jones, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S. T. Gliddon, B.V.Sc., Cert.E.P., M.R.C.V.S. C. Martin-Pope, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S.

Veterinary Ofﬁcer

President

Equine Welfare and Integrity Ofﬁcers

Vice President

D. R. Freeman, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S.

S. Fox M. Baker S. Shilston

M.J. Foden

J.S.B. White

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11 TARA POINT (25) F1/1-13 CD

9-0

Sam Twiston-Davies J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Potensis S

Br Gr m Kayf Tara - Poppet O Mr R. J. H. Geffen B Mr R. J. H. Geffen

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who won a bumper readily here in April and has taken well to hurdling since, winning at Exeter before showing useful form in defeat at Sandown. Drop in trip no problem. Hard to beat. TFR★★★★★ BHA135

12 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Jockey colours Saddle number Sex & colour of horse Horse name Owner Sire

7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

Dam Days since last run Form Age Weight carried Form guide

13. 14. 15. 16.

Breeder Trainer Jockey Sponsor

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: ★★★★★ Selected to win the race. ★★★★✩ Good chance of being placed. ★★★✩✩ By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims. ★★✩✩✩ Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. ★✩✩✩✩ Can be given little or no chance.

Official BHA Ratings Explained The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h. The details of Owner, Trainer, Breeder, Sponsor & Colours are highlighted on the card. If you are unsure about reading the card, remember to ask at a tote window for advice.

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First Race 12.15 The Dorset And Somerset Air Ambulance Training Series Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Part Of The Racing Excellence Initiative)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £9200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3255, 2nd £1628, 3rd £814, 4th £407, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. 2m 3f 1y (Penalty Value £4247.88) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their ofﬁcial handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170. Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 JAISALMER (IRE) (41) 41-0040 D Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Shara (IRE) O Dartbridge Manor Racing Club B Stuart Weld

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

11-12

Alﬁe Jordan (7) J Mark Bradstock, Wantage T Equimedia Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Scored at Warwick in April but hasn’t ﬁred since, so he might struggle to make an impact despite his tumbling mark. TFRHHIII BHA109

2 BRIANNA ROSE (IRE) (18) 224021 Br Ch f Ocovango - Coco Milan (IRE) O Mr M. Baker B R. Lynch

11-12

Finn Lambert (5) J Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T Fbc Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in bumpers and struck at the second time of asking over hurdles in 2m Southwell maiden 18 days ago. Very much unexposed now moving into handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA109

3 SEE THE EAGLE FLY (IRE) (49) 6345-40 Br Ch f Free Eagle (IRE) - Glassatura (IRE) O Sullivan Racing B Mr M. Enright

11-9

Ellis Collier (8) J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORMVIEW Hasn’t gone on since a Fontwell juvenile success in autumn 2020, including well held in a C&D handicap on her yard debut 7 weeks ago. Headgear back on. Can only really be watched. TFRHHIII BHA106

4 ACROSS THE CHANNEL (FR) (26) F1/06-06 Br B g Dunkerque (FR) - Aulne River (FR) O Mr Andrew L. Cohen B Suc. Goulven Berthouloux et al

11-2

Jack Martin (10) J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Wood Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form and made no signiﬁcant impact on his Sandown handicap debut 26 days ago. In good hands, though, and it’s still early days. TFRHHHII BHA99

5 KALZARI (FR) (23) 2136

Br B or Br f Zanzibari (USA) - Kalianda (FR) O Gillards Transport Ltd & John White B M.L. Bloodstock Ltd

10-10

Philip Armson (3) J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won a French claimer in September. Positive enough start for this yard when third at Leicester (2m) but he’s run poorly in a Uttoxeter handicap since. Now up in trip with cheekpieces added. TFRHHHII BHA110

6 JUST GO FOR IT (GB) (294) 5/46F14Br B m Passing Glance - Just Jasmine O Mr Steve Atkinson B K. Bishop

10-8

Ned Fox (5) J Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T Home Farm Holiday Park S

TIMEFORMVIEW Hereford winner for Kevin Bishop in February.Fourth over 3m atWincanton the following month.Drops in trip on return for a new trainer. TFRHHHII BHA91

7 RHEBUS ROAD (IRE) (46) 42

Br Ch g Champs Elysees - Red Riddle (IRE) O Tim Syder & Dominic Burke B Dermot Kelly

10-8

Peter Kavanagh J Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer (won Newmarket handicap ﬁnal start for Ralph Beckett) and progressed from hurdles debut when runner-up at Fontwell last time. Opening mark looks workable. TFRHHHHH BHA108

8 CATCHIN TIME (IRE) (183) 5/010-20 Br B g Chineur (FR) - Lady Dane (IRE) O Mrs R. Hurley B J. G. F. Fox

10-5

Ben Ffrench Davis (3) J Laura Hurley, Tiverton T Red Lion Oakford S

TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran who snapped a long losing run back from a break at Wincanton in March. Good effort when second at Ludlow in May but off since a lesser run at Worcester in June. TFRHHIII BHA88

9 SPIRIT OF ROME (IRE) (16) 361P4-3 CD

Br Ch m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Zagreb Flyer O Whitcombe Racing Club B Edmond Kent

10-3

Archie Bellamy J Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner last season. Creditable third of 17 on her Wincanton reappearance 16 days ago. Ought to be in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA86

10 MI LADDO (IRE) (27) 554122 C BF

10-1

Angus Cheleda J Milton Harris, Warminster T bresbet ltd S

Br Gr g Lilbourne Lad (IRE) - Fritta Mista (IRE) O Emdells Limited B Rathbarry Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Both hurdle wins gained over 2m here, the latter in October. Creditable runner-up efforts last twice and should be thereabouts again if his stamina holds now going back up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA84

11 KARAKORAM (GB) (17) 0-42426 BF

Br B g Excelebration (IRE) - Portrait O Grace Harris Racing B Mr S. P. Hussain

10-0

Joe Anderson (3) J Grace Harris, Shirenewton T Grace Harris Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run dates back to 2019 but dropped a long way in the weights and has recorded some creditable in-frame efforts this term. Found run of good form coming to halt latest, though. TFRHHIII BHA83

12 MISS HARRIETT (GB) (27) 003-202

Br B m Arvico (FR) - Ivorsagoodun O Mr P. G. Gibbins B P. G. Gibbins

10-0

Cillin Leonard J Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary T Polly Gundry Training S

TIMEFORMVIEW Still without a win. Placed for the third time in her last 4 starts when second of 12 at Exeter 27 days ago but she is 5lb out of the handicap here. TFRHHHII BHA78

13 ERICAS LAD (GB) (985) P5U123//-

Br B g Mutazayid (IRE) - Kingsmill Quay O Miss J. du Plessis B Miss J. du Plessis

10-0

Harry Kimber J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

TIMEFORMVIEW Won a handicap chase at Exeter in March 2019 but absent since April of that year and can only be watched back over hurdles on her belated return. TFRHHIII BHA76 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2020: CHINWAG 5 11 5 Millie Wonnacott 5-4 (Neil Mulholland) 17 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 9, 10, 11, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 8, 9, 10, 11. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

Stewards Note: SEE THE EAGLE FLY: Following its run on 11/11/2021 it was reported that the horse erred in the back straight. KALZARI: Following its run on 7/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Brianna Rose (IRE), 9-2 Rhebus Road (IRE), 11-2 Mi Laddo (IRE), 10-1 Spirit of Rome (IRE), 12-1 Just Go For It (GB), 14-1 Kalzari (FR), Karakoram (GB), Miss Harriett (GB), 20-1 Across The Channel (FR), 40-1 See The Eagle Fly (IRE), 50-1 Jaisalmer (IRE), Catchin Time (IRE), Ericas Lad (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

RHEBUS ROAD has an opening mark which looks workable based on his Flat ability so he’s the suggestion. Brianna Rose is another unexposed sort and heads the dangers along with Spirit of Rome and Mi Laddo.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RHEBUS ROAD (IRE) 2.BRIANNA ROSE (IRE) 3.SPIRIT OF ROME (IRE)

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Second Race 12.45 The Invest Southwest Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)

for juvenile three yrs old x Total race value £10900 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3964, 2nd £1983, 3rd £991, 4th £496, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £5173.70) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 104y

Race Description

Juvenile races are designed solely for three-year-olds in order to allow the younger horses to gain valuable experience by racing against each other before taking on their older, more battle-hardened rivals. Initially, every runner in this two miles and one furlong hurdle race is allotted 10st 12lb (ﬁllies 10st 5lb), before previous winners are given a penalty dependant on the class of race which they won – 6lb for a Class 4 or 5 hurdle race or 10lb for a Class 1 to 3 hurdle race victory. Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

st-lb

1 BRAINSTORM (FR) (104) 031-P

11-5

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - She Hates Me (IRE) O Mr James Finch B Marie-Christine Gabeur

Jonathan Burke J Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when winning claiming hurdle on sole start for Francois-Marie Cottin at Fontainebleau in April (claimed for €16,777) but failed to show much on stable debut at Auteuil 5 months later. TFRHHHII BHA122

2 GRAYSTONE (IRE) (21) 231 D

Br Gr or Ro g Dark Angel (IRE) - Crown of Diamonds (USA) O Mr James Summers B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

11-5

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner on the Flat this year and made it third time lucky in this sphere at Warwick (2m) 3 weeks ago. Room for improvement in the jumping department, but he’s a player all the same. TFRHHHHH BHA124

3 BRYANWOOD (IRE) (15) 0

10-12

Br B g Garswood - Amary (IRE) O SIMON & NEIL RACING B Grovewood Stud

Conor Ring (3) J Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden on Flat but could not have shown less on hurdling debut for his new yard when tailed-off last at Newbury. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA-

4 CHADLINGTON LAD (IRE) (115)

10-12

Br B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Fuaigh Mor (IRE) O Mr R. Catling B Ruskerne Ltd

David Bass J Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form in a pair 7f maidens on Flat for Ben Haslam. Market can guide expectations on hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

5 CHIPPING AWAY (IRE) (185)

10-12

Br B g Gutaifan (IRE) - Smashing (IRE) O Apollo Horse Racing Hassall McCarthy B Grangeclare Stud

Sean Bowen J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form in a couple of starts on Flat for Adrian Keatley but most recent handicap debut was a poor effort. Has joined a decent yard and gelded since last seen. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 CLARENDON CROSS (GB) (23) 0

Br B g New Approach (IRE) - Meet Me Halfway O Mrs L. Osborne B Des Thurlby

10-12

Sean Houlihan J Susan Gardner, Longdown T Woodhayes Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW Disappointing maiden on Flat and little to shout about on recent hurdling debut at Fontwell. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA-

7 ESCOBEDO (GB) (87)

10-12

Br B c Nathaniel (IRE) - Notary O The Sophisticates B Trebles Holford Farm Thoroughbreds

Kevin Jones (3) J Milton Harris, Warminster T bresbet ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden on Flat (sold from Richard Hannon 18,000 gns in October).Worth a look starting out over hurdles for yard that has enjoyed plenty success this season. TFRHHHII BHA-

8 GIRANDOLE (FR) (39) 2

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Laber Ildut (IRE) O Mr S. Garnett B Bloodstock Agency Ltd

10-12

Fergus Gillard (3) J Mark Gillard, Sherborne T Ascot Park Polo Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 3 Flat starts but showed aptitude for hurdling after 11 weeks off in weak contest at Exeter last month. Could have a say in this company. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 IRISH HILL (GER) (161)

10-12

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

Br Gr g Kingston Hill - Irresistable (GER) O Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 8 B Gestut Hachtsee

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form on the Flat for P. Schiergen on Flat, winning 2 of 4 starts. Has joined top yard and been gelded, so certainly merits consideration on hurdling debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-

10 MIND HUNTER (GB) (15) 0

10-12

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Gadwa O Mr Alex James & Mr B. J. Llewellyn B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar

Charlie Price (3) J Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on Flat, standout effort when second in 1 1/2m maiden for Richard Hannon. Made an unpromising start to his career over hurdles so easy to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA-

11 MOTHILL (IRE) (215)

10-12

Br B g Golden Horn - Jilnaar (IRE) O Mr J. Gray B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Harry Reed J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner in France (left Jean-Claude Rouget 18,000 gns in September, then gelded). Market support should be noted on hurdles debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

12 PROFESSOR CALCULUS (GB) (155)

10-12

Br B g Twilight Son - Roslea Lady (IRE) O Nigel Hawke Racing Club & Associate B Shortgrove Manor Stud

Kieren Buckley (5) J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on Flat (fair form on standout effort at 7f). Sold from Richard Hannon £5,000 in November and gelded. Faces a struggle on hurdles bow. TFRHHIII BHA-

13 SHIELDED (IRE) (16) P

10-12

Br B g Buratino (IRE) - Shambolique O Mrs K. Hawke & Mr W. Simms B Sheikh Abdulla bin Isa Al-Khalifa

David Noonan J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat. Sold from Simon & Ed Crisford for 9,000 gns in October and showed nothing on hurdling debut at Catterick 16 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-

14 THE HOOD (IRE) (128)

10-12

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Reclamation (IRE) O Mr J. Law B Margaret Sinanan & Irish National Stud

Tom Cannon J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Hare Group Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/4m). Finished a creditable fourth in Newbury handicap when last seen in August and he could a role to play on hurdling debut for his superb dual purpose handler. TFRHHHII BHA2020: WIGHTMAN (IRE) 3 10 12 Conor O’Farrell 10-1 (Mick Channon) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 1, 7. Hood worn by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 5, 9, 11, 12. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Graystone (IRE), 10-3 Irish Hill (GER), 7-1 Brainstorm (FR), 11-1 The Hood (IRE), 16-1 Girandole (FR), 18-1 Chipping Away (IRE), 20-1 Chadlington Lad (IRE), Mothill (IRE), 28-1 Escobedo (GB), 100-1 Professor Calculus (GB), 150-1 Bryanwood (IRE), Mind Hunter (GB), Shielded (IRE), 300-1 Clarendon Cross (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Only a handful of these make any serious appeal, with GRAYSTONE getting the verdict to double his tally over hurdles having made all at Warwick earlier this month. He sets a solid standard and, if able to brush up on his jumping, he should have too much for his inexperienced rivals here. Irish Hill is an interesting recruit for Paul Nicholls so he’s feared most, ahead of Brainstorm.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GRAYSTONE (IRE) 2.IRISH HILL (GER) 3.BRAINSTORM (FR)

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Third Race 1.15 The Newton King Estate Agents Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £9500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3964, 2nd £1983, 3rd £991, 4th £496. (Penalty Value £5173.70) 8 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 3f 1y

Race Description

Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the ofﬁcial start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October. This particular two miles and three furlongs novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than two hurdle races. Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 BRAVE KINGDOM (FR) (27) 3/1-13 D BF

Br B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - New Foundation (IRE) O Graeme Moore, Kate & Andrew Brooks B Dr V. Michel Guiot

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

11-5

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a bumper for Harry Whittington last winter and ran out an impressive winner on Chepstow hurdle debut for new stable. Not disgraced up in grade at Sandown since, and looks the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA130

2 MR TAMBOURINE MAN (IRE) (71) 3-12424

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE) O Midd Shire Racing B Barronstown Stud

11-5

Fergus Gillard (3) J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling, B G Middleton Developments Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair winning hurdler who has hit the frame on each of his four outings for David Pipe but looks vulnerable returning to novice company in a strong event. TFRHHHII BHA116

3 BALLYBLACK (IRE) (68) P5P-P1

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Papion Lady (IRE) O George and Glenda Giles B John Paul Condron

10-12

Rex Dingle J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shirocco gelding. Half-brother to fair 2 1/2m hurdle winner Quarry Girl. Dam unraced. Off mark in Irish points at ﬁfth attempt last time (Oct 23). Not a forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 GROOM DE COTTE (FR) (21) 0

Br B g Tiger Groom - Traviata Valtat (FR) O Mr W. Byrne B Georges Richardot & Jean-Luc Buiron

10-12

David Bass J Sean Curran, Swindon T

TIMEFORMVIEW Bred to need time and down the ﬁeld in bumper at Warwick 3 weeks ago, so hard to make a case for switched to hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-

5 HERE HARE HERE (FR) (81) 3-55 Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Valence (FR) O A J Pegley B Mr Denis Parreau-Delhote

10-12

Harry Bannister J Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T 1Account Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start when third in a Taunton bumper on debut in April but failed to build on it in two subsequent outings. Will probably have an educational hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

6 JUSTIFIED (GB) (11) 3

Br Br g Authorized (IRE) - Caribbean Dancer (USA) O Mr B Bell, Mr M Harrod & Mr G Sainsbury B Mr H. C. Hart

10-12

Bryony Frost J Neil King, Burderop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair stayer on the Flat for Mark Johnston and made a positive start for his current yard when third in a novice hurdle at Fakenham. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 KAYF BAHA (GB) (74) 41

Br B g Kayf Tara - Ishka Baha (IRE) O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd B Natton House Thoroughbreds

10-12

Jonathan Burke J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW €50,000 3-y-o, Kayf Tara gelding. Dam modest 2m hurdle/chase winner.Won second of 2 starts in Irish points last time (Oct 17).Worth a market check TFRHHHII BHA-

8 LAST ROYAL (GB) (4) 12-3F BF

Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - First Royal (GER) O Glanvilles Stud Partners B Dr G. W. Guy

10-12

James Davies J Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

TIMEFORM VIEW Had wind op and off 15 months before promising third of 15 in novice hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) on return, then yet to be asked for effort when fell at Huntingdon 4 days ago. Big player. TFRHHHHI BHA121

9 MONVIEL (IRE) (40) 6

10-12

Ben Jones J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T

Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Mont Doree (FR) O Dr V. M. G. Ferguson B Michael Fennessy

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to a couple of winners and showed something to work on when sixth at Ascot 40 days ago. Longer trip should suit but this is a tough assignment ﬁrst up over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-

10 MY ROCKSTAR (IRE) (153) 36-45

Br B g Valirann (FR) - All Notoriety (IRE) O Mrs H. E. Rees B Butlersgrove Stud

10-12

David Noonan J Helen Rees, Dorchester T Distant Hills Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on ﬁrst of 2 starts in Irish points. Disappointing in a bumper/novice hurdle for Sam Thomas, though, so up against it on ﬁrst outing for a new yard. TFRHIIII BHA-

11 SOCIAL CITY (GB) (21) 4

Br B g Cityscape - Society Rose O Mr W. Clifford B Mrs S. Clifford

10-12

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time Flat winner who lost his form for Tony Carroll and was fourth in a novice at this course on his ﬁrst go over hurdles. Looks more of a handicap type. TFRHHIII BHA-

12 SURE LISTEN (FR) (27) 4-00

Br Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Califea (FR) O Miss Mandie Fletcher B Mme Irene Scheldt & Mr Andrew Scheldt

10-12

James Best J Fiona Shaw, Dorchester T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fourth in a point but no show on either start under Rules to date.

TFRHIIII BHA-

13 WOLFSPEAR (IRE) (23) 14 BF

Br B g Fame And Glory - Espresso Lady (IRE) O Mrs Diana L. Whateley B Exors of the Late John Harrington

10-12

Sean Bowen J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Cedar Invest Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW €110,000 Fame And Glory gelding who cosily landed a bumper before shaping a bit better than the result in a novice at Uttoxeter on hurdling bow, not having a hard time. Should have learned from that. TFRHHHII BHA-

14 SCEALOGHAN (IRE) (26) 3044P

Br B m Mahler - Mayo Mystique (IRE) O Riverdance Consortium 3 B Mr Thomas Moran

10-5

Sean Houlihan J Carroll Gray, Bridgwater T Sparks Transport S

TIMEFORMVIEW Looked rather limited in Irish bumpers, and was pulled up on stable/hurdling debut at Chepstow 26 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA2020: STELLAR MAGIC (IRE) 5 10 12 Richard Johnson 9-4 (Philip Hobbs) 14 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Brave Kingdom (FR), 3-1 Last Royal (GB), 11-1 Justiﬁed (GB), 16-1 Wolfspear (IRE), 20-1 Mr Tambourine Man (IRE), 22-1 Ballyblack (IRE), 25-1 Kayf Baha (GB), 28-1 Monviel (IRE), 33-1 Here Hare Here (FR), Social City (GB), 66-1 My Rockstar (IRE), 150-1 Groom de Cotte (FR), 300-1 Sure Listen (FR), Scealoghan (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BRAVE KINGDOM looked a bright prospect when winning his ﬁrst two starts and, although he came up short in a Grade 2 at Sandown last time, he was far from disgraced, so he’s capable of doubling his tally over hurdles back in calmer waters. Last Royal’s third at Chepstow on his last completed outing is very strong form, so he’s feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRAVE KINGDOM (FR) 2.LAST ROYAL 3.JUSTIFIED

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Fourth Race 1.50 The Summerﬁeld Developments Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4006, 2nd £2004, 3rd £1001, 4th £501, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £5228.16) Weights lowered 2lb.

2m 7f 3y

Race Description

This is a two miles and seven furlongs handicap steeple chase for novice four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. Once a horse has qualiﬁed for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb. Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 ROOKIE TRAINER (IRE) (40) 1042-14

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

11-10

Br B g Gold Well - Crazy Falcon (IRE) Jonathan Burke J O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates-Rookie Tra Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B T.M. O’Toole Tote, Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited, Monu-Skincare Cheltnham Spa S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 19f winner over hurdles but he offered little after 7 months off on his chasing bow when fourth of 6 in handicap at Huntingdon (19.9f) 40 days ago. Needs a big step forward. TFRHHIII BHA119

2 LADY KK (IRE) (47) 5313-2P

Br Br m Shirocco (GER) - Lissard Lady (IRE) O Friends From Insurance B Eamon O’Neill

11-8

Lorcan Williams J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from his chasing debut second when pulled up in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (22.5f) 47 days ago. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA117

3 FLEMINPORT (IRE) (26) 00542/-6

Br B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Geek Chic (IRE) O Mr John P. McManus B P. Connell

11-8

Kevin Brogan (3) J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Comes here on the back of below-form sixth in 3m handicap at Chepstow 26 days ago. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA117

4 LILLY PEDLAR (GB) (22) 23P-1PP Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Mathine (FR) O Hot To Trot Jumping B Mr J. L. Lightfoot

11-8

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles at Ffos Las in May but pulled up both starts since, including over fences at Kempton. Hard to warm to. TFRHHIII BHA117

5 MILLE SUSSURRI (IRE) (23) 142P-22 BF Br B g Milan - Silent Whisper (IRE) O The Jago Family Partnership B Thomas Bruton

11-6

Sean Bowen J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shaped with promise on both his runs over fences, travelling strongly long way when runner-up in 22f handicap at Uttoxeter 23 days ago. Not taken lightly despite 3lb rise with more to come. TFRHHHHI BHA115

6 PENNYFORAPOUND (IRE) (26) 1/521-5P Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Recession Lass (IRE) O R & J Farnham,P Burns,S Gammond,F Street B Pat Elmore

11-6

Ben Jones J Rebecca Curtis, Newport T William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles but he’s yet to match that form in two runs over fences, pulled up in 3m handicap at Wetherby 26 days ago. Has a bit to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA115

7 VELASCO (IRE) (19) F20-425 BF

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Bilboa (FR) O Mr David Kellett B Kenilworth House Stud

11-6

Stan Sheppard J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Plusbac S

TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to build on promsing Worcester second when only fair ﬁfth in 25f Hereford handicap 19 days ago, hanging left. Hood/tongue strap back on, and he’s worth another chance. TFRHHHII BHA115

8 LARKBARROW LAD (GB) (37) 423-543 Br B g Kayf Tara - Follow My Leader (IRE) O The Englands and Heywoods B S. M. Eaton

11-6

Micheal Nolan J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Extended his long losing run with a typically lacklustre effort when third of 5 in 3m handicap chase at Southwell 37 days ago. Easily opposed. TFRHHIII BHA115

9 BANGERS AND CASH (IRE) (27) 0202-2 Br B g Fame And Glory - Cash Customer (IRE) O OAP II B Joyce Lee

11-6

Luca Morgan (5) J Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T Horse & Groom S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who returned from 10 months off with good second in 21f handicap at Exeter 27 days ago. Goes chasing with this longer trip a big plus. Interesting for yard among the winners. TFRHHHHH BHA115

10 CAPE ROBIN (IRE) (56) U21502

Br Ch g Robin des Champs (FR) - Our Pride O optimumracing.co.uk & Mr Andrew P. Bell B Michael Fennessy

11-0

Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T optimumracing.co.uk S

TIMEFORMVIEW Opened his account atWorcester in June and he got back on track when second in 25f handicap chase at Ludlow last month. Can give another good account nudged up just 1lb. TFRHHHII BHA109 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2020: LITTLE RED LION (IRE) 6 11 0 Fergus Gillard 10-3 (David Pipe) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Stewards Note: LADY KK: Following its run on 13/11/2021 it was reported that the horse lost its action. LILLY PEDLAR: Following its run on 8/12/2021 it was reported that the horse resented the heavy ground. MILLE SUSSURRI: Following its run on 7/12/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. VELASCO: Following its run on 11/12/2021 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Mille Sussurri (IRE), 6-1 Bangers And Cash (IRE), 15-2 Velasco (IRE), 9-1 Cape Robin (IRE), 10-1 Lilly Pedlar (GB), 11-1 Rookie Trainer (IRE), Lady Kk (IRE), 20-1 Fleminport (IRE), 25-1 Larkbarrow Lad (GB), 28-1 Pennyforapound (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Ben Pauling’s low-mileage BANGERS AND CASH made a promising return over hurdles when runner-up at Exeter and is fancied to go in at the ﬁrst time of asking over the larger obstacles with this longer trip a big plus. Mille Sussurri rates a big threat on the back of his Uttoxeter second, and Velasco is weighted to have a say too if shrugging off a lesser effort at Hereford in reﬁtted headgear.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BANGERS AND CASH (IRE) 2.MILLE SUSSURRI (IRE) 3.VELASCO (IRE)

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Fifth Race 2.25 The Byerley Stud Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 1) (Listed Race) (GBB Race)

for novice three yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total race value £22000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £9588, 2nd £3936, 3rd £1969, 4th £983, 5th £493, 6th £246. (Penalty Value £12529)

2m 104y

Race Description

Listed races are high class and only bettered by a Grade 1, 2 or 3 contests. In effect, it is an intermediate level; many of the runners in this two miles and half a furlong hurdle race will now have an ofﬁcial rating that makes it no longer feasible to run them in handicaps and will be using this race as a springboard to even better things. Initially, weight is allocated according to age, before penalties are given to horses that have previously won at this level or above. These penalties range from 3lb for a handicap success to 5lb for a Class 1 weight-for-age victory. Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor

age

1 AHORSEWITHNONAME (GB) (33) 31//26-22

Br B m Cacique (IRE) - Sea of Galilee O Mr D J Burke & Mr P Alderson B Whitley Stud

st-lb

11-2

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat and has matched that form over hurdles, ﬁnishing second in a Listed mares’ novice at Newbury last month.Another prominent showing likely. TFRHHHHI BHA124

2 BLUE BIKINI (GB) (59) 4023-51 D

Br B m Winged Love (IRE) - Bleu d’Avril (FR) O Nick Brown Racing B Louise Kemble

11-2

Connor Brace J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T bresbet ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made the frame 3 times in bumpers for Stuart Edmunds. Struck at second time of asking over hurdles for new yard in 2m Plumpton maiden at the beginning of November.This demands a fair bit more. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 BLUE HEATHER (IRE) (75) 6225/P-4

Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Limavady (IRE) O Mr B. V. Lund B Finbar O’Reilly

11-2

Ben Godfrey J Ben Lund, Bridgwater T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Now a 12-race maiden and didn’t offer anywhere near enough when fourth in a Ffos Las maiden on her stable debut in October to think that she can make an impact here. TFRHHIII BHA100

4 FIREFLY LANE (IRE) (27) 40

Br B m Milan - More Equity O Fireﬂy Racing B Mr Paddy Kinsella

11-2

James Best J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in 2 bumpers ahead of this switch to hurdles. Surely up against it.

5 GAME ON FOR GLORY (IRE) (22) 222-11 D Br B m Fame And Glory - Jeunopse (IRE) O Mr James Summers B Miss N. Carberry

TFRHIIII BHA-

11-2

Bryony Frost J Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at fourth attempt in bumpers at Warwick in November and followed up switched to hurdles at Lingﬁeld (2m, heavy) a month later. More to come from her. TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 RAINYDAY WOMAN (GB) (16) 110-211 D Br B m Kayf Tara - Wistow O Mr S. White B Mrs P. M. Sly

11-2

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper winner who has taken well to hurdles, easily winning pair of Wincanton novices. Open to further TFRHHHHH BHA123 progress and leading claims for yard seeking a fourth win in this since 2014.

7 UCANAVER (GB) (23) 2/100-13 D BF Br Bl m Maxios - Purely By Chance O Ifuwonner Partnership B Lady Jennifer Green

11-2

Rex Dingle J Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful in bumpers and ran to a similar level in making a successful debut over hurdles at Worcester (2m) in October. Didn’t jump well when below-par third at Fontwell (19f) since. TFRHHHII BHA120

8 WHERES MAUD GONE (IRE) (47) 115-5 D Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Barchetta (IRE) O Countrywide Park Homes Ltd B Michael Carroll

11-2

Adam Wedge J L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T

TIMEFORM VIEW Created good impression in landing bumpers at Thurles (for Sam Curling) and Ayr last term. Creditable ﬁfth in Cheltenham Listed event on return. Should make a hurdler but this a tough starting point. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 LADY PACIFICO (GB) (19) 10 D

10-1

Page Fuller J David Weston, West Overton T

Br B f Sir Percy - Silken Ocean O Miss E. J. Tanner B Ashbrittle Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form on Flat. Replicated that when making a winning start over hurdles at Leicester in November but not up to a Grade 2 at Cheltenham since. TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 7, 8.

2020: TALKING ABOUT YOU 3 10 8 Harry Bannister 2-1 (Sean Curran) 5 ran

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Rainyday Woman (GB), 7-2 Ahorsewithnoname (GB), 11-2 Game On For Glory (IRE), 13-2 Ucanaver (GB), 10-1 Wheres Maud Gone (IRE), 12-1 Blue Bikini (GB), 25-1 Lady Paciﬁco (GB), 100-1 Blue Heather (IRE), 300-1 Fireﬂy Lane (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

RAINYDAY WOMAN is fancied to take the next step up the ladder and provide Paul Nicholls with a fourth win in the last 8 runnings of this race. Ahorsewithnoname has twice ﬁlled the runner-up spot at this level and may provide the chief threat ahed of Lucy Wadham’s Lingﬁeld scorer Game On For Glory.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RAINYDAY WOMAN 2.AHORSEWITHNONAME 3.GAME ON FOR GLORY (IRE)

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Sixth Race 3.00 The Kevin And Heather Bishop Retirement Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3171, 2nd £1586, 3rd £793, 4th £397, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. 3m 2f 57y (Penalty Value £4138.96) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This is a three miles and two and a quarter furlongs handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 100 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95. Br Breeding

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B Breeder

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1 SWINCOMBE SCORCHIO (GB) (785) F00/5P/4/Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Lady Felix O Mr P. M. Phillips B M. C. and Mrs Yeo

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

11-12

Ben Godfrey (5) J Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T The Fire House S

TIMEFORMVIEW Seemed to retain some ability on ﬁnal outing for Polly Gundry, but that was over 2 years ago, so hard to support with any great conﬁdence, acknowledging the handicapper has given him a chance. TFRHHHII BHA95

2 TROED Y MELIN (IRE) (14) 5P1-44P Br B g Craigsteel - Kissangel (IRE) O No Illusions Partnership B Mr John Costello

11-10

Ciaran Gethings J Chris Honour, Ashburton T Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged second course win in April is yet to ﬁnd his form this term, pulled up at Exeter last time. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA93

3 MR KATANGA (IRE) (24) P26-650

Br B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Pomme Tiepy (FR) O Miss Rebecca Curtis B Corrib Racing

11-9

Ben Jones J Rebecca Curtis, Newport T William Hill S

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up in 3m Taunton handicap for Olly Murphy in March, but has failed to match that in four subsequent outings, so hard to make a solid case for switched to chasing. TFRHHIII BHA92

4 GIVE US A SWIG (GB) (22) 1P3533 Br B g Trans Island - Touch of Ivory (IRE) O Power Geneva Ltd B Mrs Rachel Dawson

11-5

Harry Bannister J Sean Curran, Swindon T

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles at Worcester (20f) in July and has made a promising start to chasing. Promises to be well suited by this longer trip, so worth chancing in a weak race. TFRHHHHH BHA88

5 QUEEN OF THE COURT (IRE) (16) 0424-00

Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Waydale Hill O Mr J. Grant Cann B Mrs Juliet Brown

11-2

Archie Bellamy (7) J Grant Cann, Lower Hamswell T Fraser Bush Industries S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who ended last season with some good efforts over hurdles but hasn’t ﬁred yet this term. Upped in trip for chasing debut, but has a bit to prove. TFRHHIII BHA85

6 ONE FOR DUNSTAN (IRE) (35) P13P-P4 Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Park Rose (IRE) O Gale Force Six B Mr Daniel Keating

11-2

Tom Cannon J Robert Walford, Blandford T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWFar more miss than hit and whilst he did stop the slide when fourth at Lingﬁeld recently,he hardly shaped like a winner in waiting. Handicapper has relinquished his grip a little more at least. TFRHHHII BHA85

7 EATON MILLER (IRE) (297) 5/2311F- D Br B g Milan - Four Fields (IRE) O Mr R. D. Potter B James Barry

11-2

Ben Poste J Ryan Potter, Sellack T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler/chaser who scored twice last season. Fell at Wetherby when last seen 9 days ago, but chance can’t be ignored returning at a time when his stable is thriving. TFRHHHHI BHA85

8 KINGSMILL GIN (GB) (41) 400P-F5 Br B m Fair Mix (IRE) - Kingsmill Lake O Miss J. du Plessis B Miss J. du Plessis

11-0

James Best J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

TIMEFORMVIEW Still a maiden and,while she completed for the first time (from three goes) over fences when fifth at Chepstow last time, her finishing effort was rather underwhelming. TFRHHIII BHA83

9 THE BOAT (IRE) (28) 000-601

10-9

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Whenever Wherever (IRE) O W J Evans Racing B Coolrain Stables

TIMEFORM VIEW Justiﬁed strong market support when gaining breakthrough success back over fences in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces at Market Rasen (19.2f) this month. Up just 2lb and claims if able to build on that. TFRHHHHI BHA78

10 LETS GO DUTCHESS (GB) (28) 4P-PP02 C Br B m Helissio (FR) - Lets Go Dutch O Mr K. Bishop B K. Bishop

10-5

Alan Johns J Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T A Plus Accountancy & Business Solutions Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser who put some disappointing efforts behind her when runner-up at Wincanton last time. Hard to know if she’ll back that up, however. TFRHHHII BHA74

11 GORCOMBE’S RASCAL (GB) (35) 0P2-PP4

Br B g Fantastic View (USA) - Seem of Gold O Mr Phill Meaden B Mr Phill Meaden

10-4

Max Kendrick J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T Gorcombe Extreme Sports S

TIMEFORMVIEW Limited hurdler/chaser who has offered no encouragement so far this season.

TFRHIIII BHA73

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2020: SANDFORD CASTLE (IRE) 10 10 2 Mitchell Bastyan 11-4 (Johnny Farrelly) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 9. Stewards Note: TROED Y MELIN: Following its run on 16/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 The Boat (IRE), 4-1 Give Us A Swig (GB), 11-2 Eaton Miller (IRE), 9-1 Lets Go Dutchess (GB), 11-1 Kingsmill Gin (GB), 12-1 Troed Y Melin (IRE), 14-1 Swincombe Scorchio (GB), 22-1 One For Dunstan (IRE), 25-1 Mr Katanga (IRE), 40-1 Queen of The Court (IRE), 66-1 Gorcombe’s Rascal (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

An encouraging third on his last couple of starts, GIVE US A SWIG, has been shaping as if this longer trip will bring improvement out of him, so he gets the nod to prevail in a race where the majority arrive out of sorts. Recent Market Rasen winner, The Boat, is a danger if his stamina lasts out, and Eaton Miller is one to monitor in the betting back from 9 months off.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GIVE US A SWIG 2.THE BOAT (IRE) 3.EATON MILLER (IRE)

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Seventh Race 3.30 The Thatchers Cider Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4632, 2nd £2317, 3rd £1158, 4th £579, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. 2m 7f 198y (Penalty Value £6045.06) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This is a three miles handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130. Once a horse has qualiﬁed for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb. Br Breeding

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O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 TIME TO TINKER (IRE) (42) 2413-11 C Br Br g Stowaway - Zuzka (IRE) O Mrs Angela Tincknell B Kenneth Parkhill

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

11-12

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who posted career best in 3-runner handicap at Wincanton (19.8f) 42 days ago. Up in trip, and holds solid claims in his hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHI BHA129

2 SIZABLE SAM (GB) (26) 115P-5P

Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Halo Flora O The Hopefuls & Kelvin-Hughes B Shade Oak Stud

11-12

Rex Dingle J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORMVIEWPulled up in handicap chase (4/1) at Chepstow (23.6f) 26 days ago.Switches to hurdles with cheekpieces on and work to do. TFRHHIII BHA129

3 HELL RED (FR) (59) P301-5P

Br Gr g Martaline - Queen Margot (FR) O Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 6 B Kerry Ann Kepa & Auregann Kepa

11-8

Tom Buckley (5) J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to hit form in two runs this term, and pulled up in handicap hurdle (5/1) at Plumpton (20.5f) 59 days ago. He’s not easy to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA126

4 TASTE THE FEAR (IRE) (39) 212163 Br B g Mores Wells - No Complaints But (IRE) O In It For Fun Partnership & Dr R Newland B James Hannon

11-8

Charlie Hammond J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner this season who posted respectable third of 6 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 39 days ago. Not ruled out in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA125

5 BARD OF BRITTANY (GB) (13) 10-1606 Br B g Sayif (IRE) - Lily Le Braz O Mr Michael Moriarty B R. W. K. Lewis

11-7

Marc Goldstein J Sheena West, Lewes T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Respectable sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Ascot (21.6f, good to soft, 28/1) 13 days ago. Possibilities off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA124

6 LE MUSEE (FR) (56) 31P00/-0 CD

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Delicieuse Lady O Mrs K Hawke, W Simms & Dragonﬂy Racing B S.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Monceaux

11-7

Kieren Buckley (5) J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner but only eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Newbury (24.2f, 50/1) 56 days ago. Has something to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA124

7 JERSEY WONDER (IRE) (52) 11-5266 BF Br Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Magena (USA) O Mr A. Taylor B Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill

11-6

Jonathan Burke J Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Last of 6 in handicap hurdle at Kempton (21f, 3/1) 52 days ago. Merits consideration if shrugging off latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA123

8 ALRIGHTJACK (IRE) (34) 05-2310 Br B g Stowaway - Brogella (IRE) O The GD Partnership B Ronnie O’Neill

11-6

Page Fuller J Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T Betvictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win in hurdle at Fontwell in November. 11/1, respectable eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Newbury (24.2f) 34 days ago, so he’s one for the shortlist. TFRHHHII BHA123

9 ONLY THE BOLD (IRE) (21) 2213-06 D

11-4

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Tote S

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Cloghoge Lady (IRE) O Mr & Mrs William Rucker B Mr F. Whelan

TIMEFORMVIEW Creditable staying-on sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle here (19f) 21 days ago.Worth considering now granted this stiffer test of stamina. TFRHHHII BHA121

10 SOME DETAIL (IRE) (30) 6-21243

Br B g Getaway (GER) - You Should Know Me (IRE) O Milltown Racing B Liam O’Regan

11-3

Ciaran Gethings J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful hurdler who posted creditable ﬁfth in 2m handicap on Flat at Lingﬁeld 30 days ago. Not taken lightly back in this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA120

11 TIP TOP CAT (IRE) (27) 030-311

Br B g Milan - Pilgara (IRE) O Jayne McGivern B Mrs M. T. Doran

11-2

Liam Harrison (3) J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T bresbet ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Improving hurdler who arrives on a hat-trick after back-to-back handicap wins at Exeter, overcoming drop back to 21f on latter occasion with something to spare. Big player despite 8lb hike. TFRHHHHH BHA119

12 VAZIANI (FR) (26) 10/P-024 C

Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Visinova (FR) O Chris Pugsley & Acorn Builders Dorset B S.C.E.A. Haras de Son Altesse L’Aga Khan

10-9

Tom Cannon J Robert Walford, Blandford T Pugsley Revill S

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner who wasn’t disgraced in ﬁrst-time blinkers when fourth at Chepstow (23.6f) 26 days ago. Cheekpieces back on now, and he’s no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA112 DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2020: DEAD HEATED WITH BROKEN QUEST (IRE) 8 11 5 Kevin Brogan 5-4 (Tom Symonds) & PREMIER D’TROICE (FR) 6 11 9 Miss Brodie Hampson 28-1 (Archie Watson) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 2, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 7, 10, 12. Stewards Note: HELL RED: Following its run on 1/11/2021 it was reported that the horse made a noise. BARD OF BRITTANY: Following its run on 17/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller 4 out. JERSEY WONDER: Following its run on 8/11/2021 it was reported that the horse ran ﬂat.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Time To Tinker (IRE), Tip Top Cat (IRE), 10-1 Taste The Fear (IRE), 11-1 Some Detail (IRE), 12-1 Jersey Wonder (IRE), Vaziani (FR), 14-1 Alrightjack (IRE), 16-1 Sizable Sam (GB), Hell Red (FR), Only The Bold (IRE), 33-1 Bard of Brittany (GB), 40-1 Le Musee (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Fergal O’Brien’s TIP TOP CAT has returned an improved model this term and is fancied to defy a career-high mark now he reverts to this longer trip. Fellow hat-trick seeker Time To Tinker rates the obvious threat for the Paul Nicholls yard, although in-form duo Some Detail and Only The Bold warrant plenty of respect too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIP TOP CAT (IRE) 2.TIME TO TINKER (IRE) 3.SOME DETAIL (IRE)

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HAYDOCK PARK Race 1 12.30 3m 58y 1 Macho Mover (IRE) 11-12 2 For Jim (IRE) 11-9 3 Storm Lorenzo (IRE) 11-7 4 Charm Offensive (FR) 11-7 5 Lady Bowes (GB) 11-4 6 Stolen Money (IRE) 11-2 7 Storm Tiger (GB) 10-12

Race 4 2.05 3m 4f 97y 1 Vieux Lion Rouge (FR) 11-12 2 The Two Amigos (GB) 11-7 3 Beware The Bear (IRE) 11-4 4 Blaklion (GB) 11-3 5 Captain Cattistock (GB) 10-8 6 Bobo Mac (IRE) 10-7 7 Chef d’Oeuvre (FR) 10-5

Race 2 1.00 2m 6f 54y 1 Ashtown Lad (IRE) 11-8 2 Bushypark (IRE) 11-5 3 Mint Condition (GB) 11-4 4 Torn And Frayed (FR) 11-1 5 Farrants Way (IRE) 10-11 6 Frimeur de Lancray (FR) 10-11

Race 5 2.40 2m 2f 191y 1 Rockadenn (FR) 11-12 2 Chti Balko (FR) 11-8 3 Moon Over Germany (IRE) 11-7 4 Collooney (IRE) 11-6 5 Celebre d’Allen (FR) 11-3 6 Mister Watson (GB) 11-3 7 Minella Charmer (IRE) 11-2 8 Homme Public (FR) 11-0 9 Rattle Owl (GB) 10-13

Race 3 1.35 1m 7f 144y 1 Jungle Jack (GB) 11-5 2 Transfer Friendly (IRE) 11-5 3 Captain Broomfield (IRE) 10-12 4 Gandhi Maker (FR) 10-12 5 Georges Saint (FR) 10-12 6 Moveit Like Minnie (IRE) 10-12 7 Notlongtillmay (GB) 10-12 8 Urban Grit (IRE) 10-12

8 9 10 11 12 13

Town Parks (IRE) Thomas Macdonagh (GB) Up Helly Aa King (GB) Keep Wondering (IRE) Geryville (FR) The Crooner (FR)

11-8 11-7 11-5 11-3 11-2 11-0

Race 7 3.45 1m 7f 1 Prairie Wolf (IRE) 2 Blackwell Bay (IRE) 3 Canty Bay (IRE) 4 Forpaddytheplumber (IRE) 5 Hermes du Gouet (FR) 6 So Many Roads (GB) 7 Sporty Jim (IRE) 8 Valamix (IRE)

144y 11-7 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0

Race 6 3.15 2m 5f 127y 1 Minella Till Dawn (IRE) 12-0 2 Informateur (FR) 12-0 3 Saint Xavier (FR) 11-12 4 Orrisdale (IRE) 11-11 5 Tanarpino (GB) 11-10 6 Wouldubewell (IRE) 11-9 7 Fine Theatre (IRE) 11-8

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Race Conditions

First Race 12.15 - THE DORSET AND SOMERSET AIR AMBULANCE TRAINING SERIES CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Part of the Racing Excellence Initiative) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1957, the third £978, the fourth £489, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £39 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 18th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to September 27th, 2021, have not ridden more than 20 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to December 27th, 2021, have not ridden more than 10 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 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. SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. Please refer to the notice headed ‘Racing Excellence Conditional Jockeys Training Race Series 2021-2022’ on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. 24 entries at £39. - Closed December 23rd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3255; Second £1628; Third £814; Fourth £407; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4247.88) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.45 - THE INVEST SOUTHWEST JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5173 to the winning horse The second to receive £2383, the third £1191, the fourth £596, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 23rd and pay £39 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 28 entries at £39. - Closed December 23rd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3964; Second £1983; Third £991; Fourth £496; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £5173.70) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.15 - THE NEWTON KING ESTATE AGENTS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5173 to the winning horse The second to receive £2383, the third £1191 and the fourth £596. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 23rd and pay £39 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 21 entries at £39. - Closed December 23rd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3964; Second £1983; Third £991; Fourth £496. (Penalty Value £5173.70) 8 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.50 - THE SUMMERFIELD DEVELOPMENTS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5228 to the winning horse The second to receive £2408, the third £1203, the fourth £602, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £48 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £39 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 18th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 24 entries at £48. - Closed December 23rd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4006; Second £2004; Third £1001; Fourth £501; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £5228.16) Weights lowered 2lb. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.25 - THE BYERLEY STUD MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12529 to the winning horse The second to receive £4701, the third £2354, the fourth £1172, the fifth £589 and the sixth £294. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, December 23rd and pay £110 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 1lb; 4-y-o and up 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb. 12 entries at £110. Closed December 23rd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9588; Second £3936; Third £1969; Fourth £983; Fifth £493; Sixth £246. (Penalty Value £12529) A SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.00 - THE KEVIN AND HEATHER BISHOP RETIREMENT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4138 to the winning horse The second to receive £1906, the third £953, the fourth £477, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, December 23rd and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 18th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Russell Croker & Jeremy Parsons have generously sponsored this race to mark Kevin’s retirement. 16 entries at £38. - Closed December 23rd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3171; Second £1586; Third £793; Fourth £397; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4138.96) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.30 - THE THATCHERS CIDER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6045 to the winning horse The second to receive £2784, the third £1391, the fourth £697, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 18th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 22 entries at £55. - Closed December 23rd, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4632; Second £2317; Third £1158; Fourth £579; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £6045.06) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.