Taunton Racecard - Tuesday 22nd February

The Royal Bath & West Meeting Tuesday, 22nd February, 2022 Official Programme & Form Guide £3.00

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THE ROYAL BATH & WEST RACEDAY TUESDAY, 22ND FEBRUARY, 2022 Today’s Schedule Page Time Race 6

1.20

The Anshin Security Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle

10

1.55

The Royal Bath & West of England Society EBF Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle (Qualifier for the EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series) (GBB Race)

12

2.30

The Royal Bath & West of England Society Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)

16

3.05

The Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Handicap Chase

20

3.40

The Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)

22

4.15

The Richard Williams Memorial Handicap Chase

26

4.50

The Free Racing On 14th March Mares’ Handicap Hurdle

Today’s Officials Stewards

R. Westropp (Chief Steward) J. Pearn (Stewards’ Panel Chair) C. Hill H. Kinsella G. Upton

Starters

Commentator D. Fitzgerald

Betting Ring Manager A. Collins

Medical Officers

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

S. Upton W. Hutchinson

Veterinary Surgeons

Judge

G. Lewis

Clerk of the Scales G. Robarts

Veterinary Officer G. Potts

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

S. Fox V. McKevitt L. Cook

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.

President M.J. Foden

Vice President J.S.B. White

Clerk of the Course J. Loosemore

Taunton Racecourse Company Ltd Directors: D.H. Griffin (Chairman), P. K. Barber, C. J. Dunn, N. Engert, R. J. Young (Managing), R.P. Blackburn

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First Race 1.20 The Anshin Security Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2629, 2nd £1315, 3rd £657, 4th £329, 5th £280, 6th £280.

(Penalty Value £3430.98) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 3f 1y

Race Description

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This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. 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 HURRICANE MITCH (IRE) (50) 52/22-0P Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Miss Mitch (IRE) O Tom Chadney and Friends B Grange Stud

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

7

st-lb

11-12

Kevin Brogan J Harry Fry, Corscombe T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in bumpers/maiden hurdles but not kicked on in handicaps upon returning this winter, dropping away 3 out when pulled up at Southwell early last month. Mark has eased a little more.

TFRHHHII BHA100

2 CASPERS COURT (IRE) (68) 2F-3320 D Br Gr g Court Cave (IRE) - Kindle Ball (FR) O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens B Roy McMurray

8

11-11

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Hurdles winner who has hit the frame on a host of occasions without success over fences. Underwhelming display at Exeter (19.2f) in December but given a break ahead of return to timber.

TFRHHHII BHA99

3 PER VINO VERITAS (GB) (35) 5-6F6 Br B g Arvico (FR) - Countess Point O Mr Sax Purdie B Mrs J. E. Purdie

7

11-10

Harry Kimber (6) J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Brother to useful hurdler The Widdow Maker who has displayed promise in trio of novice hurdles this winter, midfield in 12-runner Exeter maiden (16.7f) in January. Likely improver now handicapping.

TFRHHHHI BHA98

4 ELLEON (FR) (23) 105/2-04

7

Br B g Martaline - Ailette O The Spero and Batting Partnership B Mr Patrick Fennessy

11-10

Caoilin Quinn (6) J Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T 1Account Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who stepped up on his return/handicap debut effort when fourth at Fontwell (21.7f) in January, no extra final 100 yds. Ease back in trip a plus on that evidence and possibilities.

TFRHHHII BHA98

5 NOVUS ADITUS (IRE) (20) 005/-06 Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Novel Approach (IRE) O Atlantic Friends Racing B J. S. Bolger

6

11-6

Kieren Buckley (3) J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed fair form on his best run in juvenile hurdles in 2019 but yet to scale same heights either start upon returning from a lengthy absence this winter.

TFRHHIII BHA94

6 WETANWINDY (GB) (19) 0/-50605 Br Br g Watar (IRE) - Tinkwood (IRE) O M. F. Harris B D. F. Spence

7

11-6

Mitchell Bastyan (3) J Milton Harris, Warminster T bresbet ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Never figured in bumpers but some promise to glean from exploits in maiden/novice hurdles in recent weeks.Type to do better now handicapping up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA94

7 TAKODA (IRE) (23) 1-504F6

6

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Crimson Bow (GER) O Sherborne Utilities Ltd B Leo Cahalane

11-5

Fergus Gillard J Harriet Brown, Sturminster Newton T Sherborne Utilities Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Wide-margin point winner who showed a bit sole start in bumpers. Similar story on second of 4 starts in novice/maiden TFRHHHII BHA93 hurdles and market may prove a useful guide now handicapping.

8 GET SUPREME (IRE) (50) 6005P0

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Supreme Supreme (IRE) O Alan Rogers & Partner B Jeremiah O’Donovan

9

11-1

Angus Cheleda J Brian Barr, Sherborne T

TIMEFORMVIEWVery much caught the eye at Fontwell in September but not in anything like the same form in handicaps at Exeter/Southwell subsequently. Undergone wind surgery.

TFRHHHII BHA89

6

9 ISLE OF ARON (GB) (90) 00-3306 Br Gr g Kayf Tara - Maggie Aron O Oceans Racing B Mr J. S. Hughes

6

11-0

Charlie Price (3) J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when placed in handicaps at Southwell/Worcester (at 2m) last spring. Yet, not returned in similar groove and absent since finishing well-held sixth at Hereford in November.

TFRHHHII BHA88

10 TOAD OF TOAD HALL (GB) (75) 004P0-P Br B g Universal (IRE) - Double Mead O Team Dunn B Mrs Katherine Smith-Maxwell

6

10-11

Conor Ring J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHard to detract a great deal of encouragement from exploits over hurdles during 2020/21 campaign and,easy to back, was pulled up on return from 9 months off over shorter here in December.

TFRHHIII BHA85

11 SAWPIT SIENNA (GB) (27) 202-525 Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Sawpit Supreme O Mr David A. Hunt B D. A. Hunt and A. T. Huckfield

7

10-10

Danny Burton J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved in handicaps last season,winning at Fakenham (20f) and second on 3 of her 4 starts thereafter.Not disgraced TFRHHHII BHA84 in trio of starts this winter and she’s a live each-way player here.

12 KARAKORAM (GB) (14) 261446 CD Br B g Excelebration (IRE) - Portrait O Grace Harris Racing B Mr S. P. Hussain

7

10-10

Joe Anderson (5) J Grace Harris, Shirenewton T Grace Harris Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Took advantage of sliding mark over C&D in December and similar form on 2 of next 3 starts. However, possible she’s worth a crack at a longer trip judged on recent exploits.

TFRHHHII BHA84

13 THAT OLE CHESTNUT (IRE) (15) P-33301 Br Ch g Fracas (IRE) - Minnie Turbo (IRE) O The Exmoor High Hopes B Martin Durack

7

10-10

David Prichard J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Better signs in handicaps this term and duly cashed in sliding mark when getting on top late over extended 17f at Fontwell earlier this month. Looks a player back up in trip.

TFRHHHHI BHA84

14 HOT IN THE CITY (GB) (70) 4/-600 Br B m Eastern Anthem (IRE) - Kasamba O HEART OF OAK RACING B Withyslade

8

10-7

Bryan Carver J Robert Walford, Blandford T

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed a bit only start in bumpers back in 2019. Minor promise over timber upon returning from lengthy absence this winter and entitled to hold more chance now handicapping. Betting may guide.

TFRHHHII BHA81

15 TOUT PARIS (FR) (12) SP30P0

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Parice de La Borie (FR) O The Isle Of Frogs Partnership B Mme Celine Sirven-Gualde

7

10-6

Philip Armson (3) J Laura Young, Bridgwater T

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little over fences for Sean Thomas Doyle and no real encouragement to glean from hurdling exploits for present yard. Passed over here.

TFRHHIII BHA80

16 DANZINI (IRE) (22) 300P6

6

Br Br m Ocovango - Grainne Delight (IRE) O Kingsbere Racing B Finbar O’Reilly

10-6

Archie Bellamy (3) J Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T Longthorns Farm Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some ability on first of 2 starts in bumpers but no impact in novice/maiden hurdles in recent months.

Still, she’s another entitled to hold more chance now handicapping. Market should guide.

TFRHHHII BHA80

17 HONESTLYNTRUFULLY (IRE) (22) 0-3P062 Br B g Getaway (GER) - Sixty Forty (IRE) O Mr Clifford Bull & Mrs Janet Gibbs B John Ryan

6

10-6

Jack Martin (10) J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o who took a marked step forward on previous hurdle runs when 4 lengths second of 13 on handicap TFRHHHHH BHA80 debut at Plumpton (15.9f) last month. Interesting with a repeat up in trip.

DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2021: AUENWIRBEL (GER) 10 10 6 Mitchell Bastyan 33-1 (Laura Young) 16 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7, 8, 12, 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 11, 12.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

Stewards Note: ISLE OF ARON: Following its run on 24/11/2021 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 That Ole Chestnut (IRE), 6-1 Honestlyntrufully (IRE), 9-1 Karakoram (GB), 11-1 Per Vino Veritas (GB), Elleon (FR), 14-1 Hurricane Mitch (IRE), Caspers Court (IRE), Sawpit Sienna (GB), 18-1 Wetanwindy (GB), 22-1 Isle of Aron (GB), Danzini (IRE), 25-1 Get Supreme (IRE), 28-1 Novus Aditus (IRE), Hot In The City (GB), 33-1 Takoda (IRE), 80-1 Toad of Toad Hall (GB), Tout Paris (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Plenty arrive with claims in the opener, including low-mileage 6-y-o HONESTLYNTRUFULLY. He ran easily his best race over hurdles when runner-up on handicap debut at Plumpton last month and could be worth chancing to build on that up in trip from such a low mark. Fontwell scorer That Ole Chestnut, handicap debutant Per Vino Veritas and Elleon head up the dangers.

7

1

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HONESTLYNTRUFULLY (IRE) 2.THAT OLE CHESTNUT (IRE) 3.PER VINO VERITAS

The Result

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2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

The feature contest on today’s seven-race card is the competitive Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Handicap Hurdle, a class 2 contest which has been won in each of the past two years – and four times since 2014 – by Paul Nicholls.

The champion trainer saddles Birds Of Prey who boasts course form figures of 221137. He never seemed happy here last month, possibly finding the ground a little softer than ideal, but has since been dropped 5lbs.

Last-time-out winners Timberman and Fontana Ellissi are sure to be popular, although whether or not the ground has dried out sufficiently for the former (prefers good ground) remains to be seen. Fergal O’Brien’s Kempton winner was a nonrunner at the same track over Christmas and more recently at Catterick, so has clearly been waiting for a sounder surface. Sam Drinkwater’s runner wouldn’t want it too testing either and following a 5lbs rise for this month’s Ffos Las win, finds himself in a much more competitive grade.

Zambezi Fix is versatile in terms of ground and ran a sound race when runner-up at Sandown last time. He finished in front of Mack The Man (declared at Carlisle on Monday, so not certain to run here) on that occasion and he filled the same spot at the same track in Listed company in early-December. His form has a solid look to it and he will be partnered by the in-form Ben Jones, fresh from a Sandown double last Thursday and winning Haydock’s Grand National Trial 48 hours later.

Olly Murphy’s Restandbethankful was pulled-up swiftly earlier in the month at Musselburgh, having previously won in good style at Huntingdon. He is another who would prefer good ground, whilst the top pair are fascinating, on the back of lay-offs.

Langer Dan hasn’t been seen since finishing runner-up to Galopin des Champs in the Martin Pipe, having earlier won the Imperial Cup off a 10lbs lower mark. He is the class-act in the field and should appreciate the revised trip (an extra 153 yards have been added for rail movements). With Lorcan Williams retaining the ride, this race could put him spot on for another tilt at the Martin Pipe, with his fourth placing behind Ajero this time last year seemingly teeing him up for the following month. Kim Bailey’s runner is actually 4lbs better off with Langer Dan here and has gone well fresh in the past. He hasn’t been in the best of form this season, but is at his best on a flat, right-handed track such as this.

Weatherbys are also pleased to sponsor the previous race, the 0-120 Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Handicap Chase, in which the Venetia Williams-trained Brianstorm heads the weights. A novice hurdle winner at this track three years ago, he remains a maiden over fences but ran well against an in-form rival under similar conditions last time and his second to Ask Me Early at Uttoxeter from last March also reads well.

With the stable in such good order, he should go close if putting his best foot forward (hasn’t always been the most consistent).

Premiumaccess should appreciate stepping back up in trip and might well come on for his recent return at Fontwell (first start in 318 days), whilst the distance is an unknown for the consistent Esprit de Somoza, who finished strongly over 2m4f last time. He has 2¾ lengths to find with Larkbarrow Lad on that running and Philip Hobbs’ runner – who carries the silks of Stayers’ Hurdle hope Thyme Hill – is also fairly consistent. It is a long time (October 2019) since he won a race, however, and he is another maiden over fences Of the remainder, Millbank Flyer is completely unexposed, but comes on here on somewhat of a retrieval mission and takes a huge step up in trip.

Paul Ferguson Weatherbys

8

2nd-4th June, 2022

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Second Race 1.55 The Royal Bath &West Of England Society EBF Mares’‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Qualifier ForThe EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series) (GBB Race) for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470.

(Penalty Value £4901.40)

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/steeple chase is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races.

Br Breeding

colours

2

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

1 LADY ADARE (IRE) (35) 1-11

6

Br B m Sholokhov (IRE) - En Vedette (FR) O Dare and Dolan-Abrahams Families B Louis G. Vambeck

st-lb

11-12

Jonathan Burke J Harry Fry, Corscombe T Citipost S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made all in a bumper for Micky Hammond last March and has created a good impression over hurdles, her opening win at Uttoxeter strong form and ultimately well on top at Newcastle. One to beat.

TFRHHHHH BHA125

2 PLENTY OF TIME (IRE) (19) 121

Br B m Robin des Champs (FR) - Give It Time O Sherborne Utilities & Mr Robert Frosell B Peter McCrea

6

11-7

NERHarriet Brown, Sturminster Newton ON-RUN

N

J T

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who confirmed the promise of her runner-up effort on Rules debut when going one better in ready fashion at Wincanton 19 days ago. More to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA121

3 KHALINA STAR (GB) (35) 655

5

Br B m Kayf Tara - Alina Rheinberg (GER) O Geegeez.co.uk PA B Mrs S. Bates

11-0

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Tongue-tied and never really involved on last month’s hurdles bow. One for further down the line.

TFRHHIII BHA-

4 LADY WILBERRY (GB) (52) 05-0

5

Br Br m Montmartre (FR) - Lady Willa (IRE) O Balham Hill Racing B The Glanvilles Stud

11-0

Tom Bellamy J Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

TIMEFORMVIEW Out of a winning hurdler/chaser so can do better over obstacles but she looked limited in bumpers.

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 PEERLESS BEAUTY (GB) (43) P15220 BF Br B m Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Sudden Beat O Smell The Flowers B Richard & Fraser Kent

6

11-0

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Irish point winner.Fifth of 18 in strong bumper atAintree on Rules debut in October and runner-up twice after. Backward step at Ludlow and now goes hurdling.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 ROSE OHARA (GB) (77) 430-60

6

Br B m Kayf Tara - Cinderella Rose O Jones Broughtons Wilson Weaver B Coln Valley Stud

11-0

Page Fuller J Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T Betvictor S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair in bumpers but well behind Lady Adare starting out over hurdles and below that level in December.

Since had a wind op and is fitted with a tongue-tie.

TFRHHHII BHA-

7 WHAT A PLEASURE (GB) (20) 00-P Br Gr m Al Namix (FR) - Emergence (FR) O Mr David Lockwood B Woodmore Racing

6

11-0

James Davies J Chris Down, Cullompton T Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper efforts weren’t devoid of promise but she missed all of 2021 and pulled up on recent debut over obstacles.

TFRHIIII BHA-

8 WIND FROM THE WEST (GB) (34) 30-0P Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Free Thinking O Mr Robert Waley-Cohen B Upton Viva Stud

5

11-0

Caoilin Quinn (7) J Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T Upton Viva Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in bumpers and from a good jumps family. Little to get excited about over hurdles so far and she’s now had a wind operation.

TFRHHIII BHA-

10

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: ALLAVINA (IRE) 6 11 6 Aidan Coleman 13-8 (Olly Murphy) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 8.

Stewards Note: WHAT A PLEASURE: Following its run on 2/2/2022 it was reported that the horse erred badly late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Lady Adare (IRE), 3-1 Peerless Beauty (GB), 12-1 Rose Ohara (GB), 25-1 Khalina Star (GB), 66-1 Lady Wilberry (GB), 100-1 Wind From The West (GB), 150-1 What A Pleasure (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

LADY ADARE should be hard to beat in a thin contest. Peerless Beauty looks the danger on her hurdles debut.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LADY ADARE (IRE) 2.PEERLESS BEAUTY 3.ROSE OHARA

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

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Horse welfare is a priority at Taunton Racecourse. At every meeting there are 3 specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons appointed to look after the welfare of the horses in action. One vet is present at the start of each race and during the race follows the runners in a vehicle. Horses can be attended to in the same time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating injured jockeys.

A second vet follows the action from the stands and coordinates the required response to any incidents. In addition, throughout the meeting a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected around the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and horse some privacy.

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2

Third Race 2.30 The Royal Bath & West Of England Society Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race) for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470.

(Penalty Value £4901.40) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 104y

Race Description

The term ‘maiden’ inspires thoughts of damsels in distress but in horse racing terms it takes on a different meaning. When a horse is referred to as a maiden, be it a colt or a filly, it simply means that they have yet to win a race. Many of the runners aged four-years-old and upwards in this two miles and half a furlong race will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

1 ARISTOCRATE (FR) (23) 5 BF

5

Br B g Elusive City (USA) - Mitzi Blue (IRE) O VFG Partnership B Mr D. Gallet

st-lb

11-6

Sam Twiston-Davies J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Mojo Moon. Useful on Flat (stays 15.5f) and changed hands for €140,000 in November. Failed to meet expectations on recent hurdles bow. Blinkers on.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 BOOLAMORE GLORY (IRE) (19) 20

3

5

Br B g Ocovango - Go Sandy Go (IRE) O Racehorse Ownership Club B Mr M. Campbell

11-6

Adam Wedge J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Racehorse Ownership Club S

TIMEFORMVIEW £20,000 4-y-o. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Thunderstruck. Dam 2 3/4m-3m hurdle/chase winner. Runner-up sole start in Irish points but merely hinted at ability on hurdles debut.

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 CHEATING JACK (FR) (125) 6

5

Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Headdress (IRE) O Mrs Sophie Pauling B I. Corbani & S.A.R.L. Jedburgh Stud

11-6

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to Tokum and Path, both 19f hurdle winners in France. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m-2 1/4m winner) Augustine.Well-held in heavy-ground bumper in October.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 ESTATE ITALIANA (USA) (19) 0P0

Br B or Br g Elusive Quality (USA) - Unaccompanied (IRE) O Team Dunn B Moyglare Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW No impact in bumper/brace of hurdles.

5

11-6

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

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 JEREMY THE JINN (IRE) (75) 163 Br Br g Jeremy (USA) - Phantom Waters O Mrs J. Rees B Mrs Chris Harrington

7

11-6

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made the ideal start when comfortably landing a 9-runner bumper at Market Rasen in the spring. Similar form when sixth at Cheltenham and sure to step up on opening third over hurdles in December.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

6 KAYF BAHA (GB) (27) 4100

6

11-6

Richie McLernon J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Tote, Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

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

TIMEFORMVIEW No impact both starts. Hood fitted.

TFRHIIII BHA-

7 LEISSIERES EXPRESS (GB) (35) 35 Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Maria Antonia (IRE) O Kit James & Matt James B Clear Racing Ltd

5

11-6

Rex Dingle J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Witheridge Garage Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a fair level when third of 17 on his Warwick debut in December, travelling well for a long way. Far too free at Exeter a month later and now tackles obstacles.

TFRHHHII BHA-

8 MOURZOUK (IRE) (76) 56

Br B g Declaration of War (USA) - Mouraniya (IRE) O Pimlico Racing - Mourzouk B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

5

11-6

Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Baker Noel Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to 3 winners on Flat but didn’t show enough in a pair of bumpers at Lingfield to make him of serious interest.

TFRHHIII BHA-

12

9 STAAR (IRE) (15) 23//3/-0

8

11-6

Harrison Beswick (5) J Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham T NAF S

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Bitooh O Mrs M. J. Arnold B Sunderland Holdings Inc

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed both starts in points in 2018 but clearly had his share of issues and is probably one for handicaps.

TFRHIIII BHA-

10 MARKMYWORD (GB) (14) 05032//-P

9

Br B m Resplendent Glory (IRE) - Spring Creek O Mr T. Floyd B H. & V. Pratt

10-13

Kieren Buckley (5) J Joe Tickle, Tiverton T Fire Defence Servicing S

TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t show a great deal in Irish bumpers back in 2018.Runner-up on third and final start between the flags the following year, but showed nothing on recent return for new yard.Tongue-tie on.

TFRHIIII BHA-

11 START POINT (GB) (20) 053

Br B m Getaway (GER) - Allerford Annie (IRE) O Pontispool 1 B R. Mitford-Slade & L. Fielding-Johnson

6

10-13

Micheal Nolan J Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren T Pontispool Equine Sports Centre S

TIMEFORMVIEW More like it when a keeping-on third at Exeter 3 weeks ago. More to come as her stamina is drawn out.

TFRHHHII BHA-

12 INCA DE LAFAYETTE (FR) (111) 0-6341

4

Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Queen de Lafayette (FR) O Owners Group 100 B E.A.R.L. de Lustiere

10-8

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 8-runner bumper at Lyon Parilly in November by 3 lengths from Il Est Francais. Left M. Pitart €80,000 later in November and has to be of interest for top yard now hurdling.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

13 MOORLAND RAMBLER (GB) (33) 65

4

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Fragrant Rose O Mr R Stark & Mrs J Williams B David Jenks

10-8

Chester Williams (3) J Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to winners and offered something to work on in a bumper/maiden hurdle at Wincanton this winter. More to come, particularly if settling down.

TFRHHHII BHA-

14 PROFESSOR CALCULUS (GB) (54) 3

4

Br B g Twilight Son - Roslea Lady (IRE) O The Rocket Racing Club B Shortgrove Manor Stud

10-8

Tom Buckley (5) J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T House Fox Estate Agents S

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden on Flat for Richard Hannon. Showed aptitude for hurdling when third in a C&D juvenile in November but form isn’t anything to get carried away with.

TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 14 2021: THE WIDDOW MAKER 7 11 2 Harry Cobden 13-8 (Colin Tizzard) 14 ran Hood worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 12.

Stewards Note: LEISSIERES EXPRESS: Following its run on 18/1/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Jeremy The Jinn (IRE), 3-1 Inca de Lafayette (FR), 6-1 Aristocrate (FR), 7-1 Moorland Rambler (GB), 16-1 Start Point (GB), 25-1 Cheating Jack (FR), Professor Calculus (GB), 28-1 Leissieres Express (GB), 66-1 Mourzouk (IRE), 80-1 Boolamore Glory (IRE), 150-1 Staar (IRE), 250-1 Estate Italiana (USA), Markmyword (GB), 300-1 Kayf Baha (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Bumper-winner JEREMY THE JINN showed enough when third on hurdles debut over C&D in December to think he’s up to winning a race of this nature so he looks the way to go. Inca de Lafayette tasted success on his final start in France and has joined Paul Nicholls so he’s feared, with Aristocrate a potentially different proposition this time.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JEREMY THE JINN (IRE) 2.INCA DE LAFAYETTE (FR) 3.ARISTOCRATE (FR)

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

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for five 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 raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

2m 7f 3y

Race Description

This is a two miles and seven furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. 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 135 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 130.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 BRIANSTORM (IRE) (14) 20P2-P2 C Br B g Brian Boru - Coco Moon (IRE) O David & Carol Shaw B Aaron Metcalfe

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

10

st-lb

11-12

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m hurdles winner in 2018. Very lightly-raced for present stable but looked as good as ever when second at Market Rasen 2 weeks ago. Player with a repeat.

TFRHHHHI BHA119

2 MULCAHYS HILL (IRE) (12) 20/-0055 Br B g Brian Boru - Belsalsa (FR) O Jim and Claire Limited B Ned Morris

10

11-11

Caoilin Quinn (7) J Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T 1Account Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser at best but not the force of old, only fifth of 6 in handicap chase (6/1) at Doncaster (20.5f, good) 12 days ago.

TFRHHHII BHA118

3 COOLDINE BOG (IRE) (20) 0P-502P

4

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Express Mail (IRE) O Mr Nic Wellington B Fintan Farrell

9

11-10

Max Kendrick J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T bresbet ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a positive start for new trainer when second over 3m at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day but shaped as if amiss at Exeter 20 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase.

TFRHHHII BHA117

4 PREMIUMACCESS (IRE) (15) 12426-3 Br B g Milan - De Loose Mongoose (IRE) O Mr J. Reed B John McDowell

7

11-8

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won on chase debut at Huntingdon in December 2020 but yet to build on that. However, shaped well after 11 months off when third at Fontwell 2 weeks ago and needs considering eased 2lb.

TFRHHHHH BHA115

5 ESPRIT DE SOMOZA (FR) (33) 334413 C Br B g Irish Wells (FR) - Topaze de Somoza (FR) O Chasing Gold Racing Club B Mme Laurence Curti

8

11-8

Chester Williams (3) J Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Much more polished returned to fences when cashing on a falling mark at Wincanton. Never looked like adding to tally there next time but wasn’t disgraced to finish third.

TFRHHHHI BHA115

6 LARKBARROW LAD (GB) (33) 3-54352 Br B g Kayf Tara - Follow My Leader (IRE) O The Englands and Heywoods B S. M. Eaton

9

11-3

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Temperamental sort who ran creditably in first-time blinkers when second at Wincanton last month, albeit left behind by winner. Mark eased again.

TFRHHHHI BHA110

7 WICK GREEN (GB) (65) 61-PP14 Br B g Sagamix (FR) - Jolly Dancer O Shy John Partnership B Mr C. Horton

9

11-3

Nick Scholfield J Jennifer Mason, Cirencester T

TIMEFORMVIEW Multiple point winner whose record under Rules is rather all or nothing so far, making a winning return/handicap bow in 4-runner event at Hereford but well-held at Fakenham next time.

TFRHHHII BHA110

8 SOME DETAIL (IRE) (14) 124304 D

Br B g Getaway (GER) - You Should Know Me (IRE) O Molly and Paul Willis B Liam O’Regan

8

11-1

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Thorough stayer who wasn’t seen to best effect back down in trip at Market Rasen 2 weeks ago. Not on a bad mark back over fences so not taken lightly with usual headgear left off.

TFRHHHHI BHA108

16

9 MILLBANK FLYER (IRE) (95) 0/2P-3U

7

11-0

Jonathan Burke J Harry Fry, Corscombe T Citipost S

Br B g Milan - The Last Bank (IRE) O Somerset Racing B M. Conaghan

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed promise when placed on 2 of his 3 starts in novice hurdles.Bred to make a chaser (closely related to Chantry House) TFRHHHII BHA107 but struggled on chase/handicap bow at Chepstow. Significantly up in trip.

10 LADY STANHOW (GB) (34) 4-640

7

Br Br m Getaway (GER) - Loxhill Lady O Mr J. Grant Cann B Distillery Stud

10-0

James Best J Grant Cann, Lower Hamswell T Fraser Bush Industries S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 3 winners, including bumper winner/useful hurdler Zulu Oscar and bumper winner Ishkhara Lady.

Well-held in trio of hurdles events this season. Makes chase/handicap debut.

TFRHIIII BHA92 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2021: PUTDECASHONTHEDASH (IRE) 8 11 0 Tom Bellamy 9-1 (Keiran Burke) 8 ran Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note: COOLDINE BOG: Following its run on 2/2/2022 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Brianstorm (IRE), 11-2 Esprit de Somoza (FR), 6-1 Premiumaccess (IRE), Larkbarrow Lad (GB), 12-1 Cooldine Bog (IRE), Some Detail (IRE), Millbank Flyer (IRE), 14-1 Mulcahys Hill (IRE), 18-1 Wick Green (GB), 66-1 Lady Stanhow (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

PREMIUMACCESS shaped well returning from 11 months off when third at Fontwell 2 weeks ago and should go close if building on that having been eased 2lb. Brianstorm has a patchy profile but he arrives on the back of a good run at Market Rasen, while Some Detail is potentially on a handy mark back over fences.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PREMIUMACCESS (IRE) 2.BRIANSTORM (IRE) 3.SOME DETAIL (IRE)

The Result 1st

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3rd

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Fifth Race 3.40 The Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 2) (GBB Race)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £21000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8348, 2nd £4173, 3rd £2087, 4th £1044, 5th £521, 6th £260. (Penalty Value £10926.30) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

2m 104y

Race Description

This is a two miles and half a furlong handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 LANGER DAN (IRE) (340) 6/05412- D

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

6

st-lb

11-12

Br B g Ocovango - What A Fashion (IRE) Lorcan Williams J O Mr Colm Donlon Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Hugh O’Connor Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Found just one too good in the Martin Pipe at last season’s Cheltenham Festival, having landed the Imperial Cup in good style at Sandown 6 days earlier. Entitled to need this following 11 months off.

TFRHHHII BHA140

2 AJERO (IRE) (105) 1110-P4 D

7

Br B g Red Jazz (USA) - Eoz (IRE) O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall B Peter & Sandra McCarthy

11-6

David Bass J Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive novice last term, winning 4 on the bounce prior to finding Grade 1 company too much at Aintree. Not at his best in a couple of appearances so far this season, but not one to write off.

TFRHHHHI BHA134

3 ZAMBEZI FIX (FR) (45) 22-F252 D Br Gr g Zambezi Sun - Lady Fix (FR) O Mr Gethyn Mills & Mr B. J. Llewellyn B Mr Olivier Tricot & Mr Max Hennau

7

11-1

Ben Jones J Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-Irish hurdler who has hit the crossbar in Sandown handicaps on his last 2 starts in this sphere.

No issues with regard to trip/ground, but likely to find a couple of these too strong.

TFRHHHII BHA129

4 RESTANDBETHANKFUL (GB) (16) 11601P D

5

Br Br g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest O McNeill Family & Patrick&Scott Bryceland B Clarendon Farm

6

11-0

Tom Bellamy J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORMVIEWResumed his progress when bagging third win of season in 2m handicap at Huntingdon in December.Best to overlook subsequent Musselburgh effort (lost action) and possibilities if on-song here.

TFRHHHII BHA128

5 MACK THE MAN (IRE) (32) 103-150 D Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Nifty Nuala (IRE) O Mr & Mrs William Rucker B Mr Mark Grace,

8

10-13

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to his good record fresh when landing a 2m Exeter handicap in November, but below-par next 2 starts and others make greater appeal. Engaged 4.37 Carlisle Monday.

TFRHHIII BHA127

6 TIMBERMAN (IRE) (92) 16-1431 D Br B g Califet (FR) - Millrock Lady (IRE) O Mr J. Turner B Mr D. Fitzsimons

7

10-11

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fine third in a Cheltenham handicap on return in October and strong at the finish when scoring at Kempton (2m, good) a month later. 6lb rise tolerable and claims providing the ground doesn’t ease.

TFRHHHII BHA125

7 BIRDS OF PREY (IRE) (43) 6/031/-00 C Br B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Cute O Mrs Kathy Stuart B Thomas Foy

8

10-5

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t shown much spark in handicaps at Exeter and this course since returning from a lengthy absence in December, and he’s hard to warm to at present.

TFRHIIII BHA119

8 FONTANA ELLISSI (FR) (21) 120551 D Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Leni Riefenstahl (IRE) O Mr Anthony R.Hunt & Drinkwater family B S.R.L. Az. Agr. Razza Della Sila

6

10-2

Jack Tudor (3) J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

TIMEFORMVIEWDual novice winner for NigelTwiston-Davies last year and opened account for new connections at Ffos Las (15.8f,soft) 3 weeks ago. Remains on a good mark following a 5lb rise and obvious claims.

TFRHHHHH BHA116

20

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: ROCKADENN (FR) 5 10 11 Bryony Frost 17-2 (Paul Nicholls) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 7.

Stewards Note: RESTANDBETHANKFUL: Following its run on 6/2/2022 it was reported that the horse lost its action.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Fontana Ellissi (FR), 5-1 Timberman (IRE), 11-2 Langer Dan (IRE), 13-2 Restandbethankful (GB), 7-1 Ajero (IRE), 8-1 Zambezi Fix (FR), 16-1 Mack The Man (IRE), 25-1 Birds of Prey (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

This is stronger than the Ffos Las handicap FONTANA ELLISSI landed last time, but he remains on an attractive mark and should be capable of holding his own at this higher level. With Langer Dan’s connections presumably using this race as a stepping-stone ahead of bigger targets, Ajero, who has edged back to his last winning mark, and Timberman may emerge as the main dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FONTANA ELLISSI (FR) 2.AJERO (IRE) 3.TIMBERMAN (IRE)

The Result 1st

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3rd

4th

Time

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D – Distance Winner.

R – Refused.

B – Brought Down.

F – Fell.

S – Slipped Up.

C – Course Winner.

P – Pulled Up. U – Unseated.

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Sixth Race 4.15 The Richard Williams Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2754, 2nd £1377, 3rd £688, 4th £345, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

(Penalty Value £3594.36) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 5f 150y

Race Description

This is a two miles, five and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. 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

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor

age

1 FURKASH (FR) (20) 0PP-4F6

7

Br B g Al Namix (FR) - Meralda (FR) O Swallowfield Racing B Mr Eric Becq

st-lb

11-12

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Inconsistent over hurdles and has made an inauspicious start over fences.

2 FANTOMAS (FR) (27) 4-30044

TFRHHHII BHA100

6

Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Trudente (FR) O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies B Mr Franck Van Haaren

11-10

Eddie Edge (10) J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair in bumpers but patchy form over hurdles and let down by jumping on chase bow at Wincanton.

TFRHHHII BHA98

3 DOYANNIE (IRE) (35) 5653-42

8

Br Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Annie May (IRE) O Barber, Dolan-Abrahams & Shortland B Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey

11-8

Lorcan Williams J Jack R. Barber, Crewkerne T Redlynch Agricultural Engineering Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who was all the better for chase bow/return when second at Exeter 5 weeks ago. May have more to offer in this sphere.

TFRHHHHI BHA96

4 CALARULES (GB) (129) 5//42P-30 D Br Gr g Aussie Rules (USA) - Ailincala (IRE) O Oceans Racing B Peter Botham

9

11-7

Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Patchy form over hurdles last 2 seasons but has at least dipped below last winning mark ahead of belated chase bow.

Headgear re-fitted.

TFRHHHII BHA95

5 GEORDIE WASHINGTON (IRE) (68) 540-0P

6

Br B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Rathturtin Brief (IRE) O Atlantic Friends Racing B Denis Cummins

6

11-7

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Just modest form at best over hurdles to date and offered little sent chasing when pulled up at Exeter. Cheekpieces on.

TFRHHIII BHA95

6 CARO DES FLOS (FR) (50) 601530 Br B g Tiger Groom - Royale Marie (FR) O Mrs J.A. Benson & Miss S.N. Benson B Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin

10

11-3

Tom Bellamy J Julian Smith, Tirley T Mrs Benson & Miss S.N. Benson S

TIMEFORMVIEW Opened his account at Worcester in June and not disgraced next 2 starts, though needs to shrug off a below-par run at Southwell 50 days ago.

TFRHHHII BHA91

7 ARIZONA GLORY (GB) (269) P34-54P Br Gr g Universal (IRE) - Phoenix City (USA) O Mr W. Clifford B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

6

11-2

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Has generally performed with credit over fences but has a bit to prove now after a couple of tame efforts.Off 8 months.

Back up in trip. Hood on 1st time.

TFRHHHII BHA90

8 QUEEN OF THE COURT (IRE) (25) 4-00413 C Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Waydale Hill O Mr J. Grant Cann B Mrs Juliet Brown

9

11-1

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who struck at second time of asking over fences when readily seeing off 10 rivals over 23f here.

Creditable third off 10lb higher at Huntingdon since and should go well again.

TFRHHHHH BHA89

22

9 ROCKHAMTOM (IRE) (10) 00-240P

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Glencree Rose (IRE) O Mr Bill Hawkins B Stephen Campion

6

11-0

Bryan Carver (3) J Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn T

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest hurdler for Philip Hobbs. Made the frame in a couple of Irish points since but well-held both starts under Rules for this yard, including chase bow.

TFRHHIII BHA88

10 DONT BE ROBIN (IRE) (43) 10-4160 C Br B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Rainbow Times (IRE) O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook B Mrs J. M. R. Lancaster

10

10-12

Richie McLernon J Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner here in March and scored at Plumpton in November but below form next 2 starts, including here 6 weeks ago.

TFRHHHII BHA86 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2021: RING THE MOON 8 11 7 Adam Wedge 13-8 (Evan Williams) 10 ran Hood worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 9.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 10.

Stewards Note: GEORDIE WASHINGTON: Following its run on 16/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Doyannie (IRE), 10-3 Queen of The Court (IRE), 10-1 Calarules (GB), 11-1 Fantomas (FR), 12-1 Furkash (FR), Caro des Flos (FR), Dont Be Robin (IRE), 18-1 Arizona Glory (GB), 33-1 Geordie Washington (IRE), Rockhamtom (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

QUEEN OF THE COURT has made a positive start over fences, winning under this rider here last month before backing that up with a good third at Huntingdon, and she’s taken to quickly resume winning ways in a race lacking depth. Doyannie left her chase debut/reappearance well behind when runner-up at Exeter and rates the main threat ahead of Caro des Flos.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.QUEEN OF THE COURT (IRE) 2.DOYANNIE (IRE) 3.CARO DES FLOS (FR)

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

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Seventh Race 4.50 The Free Racing On 14th March Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total race value £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2629, 2nd £1315, 3rd £657, 4th £329, 5th £280, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £3430.98) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 7f 198y

Race Description

This three miles handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 100 mares. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.

Br Breeding

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1 FLYING NUN (IRE) (23) 24-0001

Br B m Robin des Champs (FR) - Mystic Masie (IRE) O N. Mustoe & A. Gemmell B Mrs Cheryl Byrne

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st-lb

11-12

Tom Bellamy J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORMVIEW Signs of ability in bumpers and improved on handicap debut in this sphere when getting on top close home at Fontwell (21.8f, good to soft). 5lb rise fair enough and further progress likely.

TFRHHHHI BHA99

2 DO YA FEEL LUCKY (IRE) (42) P-01F4P Br B m Aizavoski (IRE) - Carthanoora (IRE) O Somerset Racing B Peter Nolan

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11-11

Tom Scudamore J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored narrowly at Worcester last summer and set to go very close prior to falling last at Newton Abbot in October.

However, latest effort was poor and now tried in cheekpieces/tongue strap.

TFRHHIII BHA98

3 BORN IN BORRIS (IRE) (20) P-4PP00 D Br B m Arcadio (GER) - Honour Own (IRE) O Mr R. M. Harvey-Bailey B Morgan Kavanagh

8

11-11

Harry Cobden J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Point/novice hurdle winner who has struggled this season, never travelling at Exeter last time. Eased 7lb since and yard TFRHHIII BHA98 going great guns, so worth a second look now tackling a new trip.

4 LAZY SUNDAY (GB) (15) 04002

8

Br B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Sari Rose (FR) O Pontispool Racing Club B Allan Munnis

11-8

Charlie Deutsch J Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren T Pontispool Equine Sports Centre S

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed on handicap debut at Uttoxeter, but much better following a wind op in a first-time tongue strap when runner-up at Fontwell (21.8f, soft) recently. High on the shortlist.

TFRHHHHH BHA95

5 CASTKITELLO (IRE) (35) 0-564

6

Br B m Milan - Correctandpresent (IRE) O Sue & Clive Cole & Ann & Tony Gale B Peter McCrea

11-4

Ben Jones J Ben Clarke, Beaminster T Tote, Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Hasn’t shown much in maiden/novice company and while improvement is entirely possible now that she goes down the handicap route, it’s easy enough to look elsewhere.

TFRHIIII BHA91

6 WHITE HART LADY (IRE) (28) 0F0-312

7

Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Hats And Heels (IRE) O Chasing Gold Racing Club B Micheal & Ciara Carty

8

11-3

Bryan Carver (3) J Harry Fry, Corscombe T Citipost S

TIMEFORMVIEW Jumping looked more assured when gaining a first success over hurdles at Fontwell in November. Followed that with a near-miss at Leicester (20.5f, heavy) and this stiffer test could be a good thing.

TFRHHHII BHA90

7 SIENNA ROYALE (IRE) (42) 1-44522 BF Br B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Dartmeet (IRE) O Air Cdre & Mrs Martin Hallam B T. J. Whitley

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11-3

Rex Dingle J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fontwell winner last spring and has found just one too good with cheekpieces enlisted in handicaps over 21.6f at Exeter on her last 2 starts. Remains on a fair mark and another bold show anticipated.

TFRHHHII BHA90

8 SALCOMBE (GB) (20) 20P46

6

Br Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Pems Gift O The FTC Syndicate B R. J. & S. A. Carter

11-2

Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Little to shout about over hurdles so far, but yard in fine form (also represented by Born In Borris here) and she’s one to note in the betting now upped in trip for this handicap debut.

TFRHHHII BHA89

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9 PUZZLE CACHE (GB) (21) 030100 CD

8

Br B m Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Secret Queen O Kittymore Racing B Mrs Hilda M. Luscombe & Mr D. Luscombe

11-1

Joe Anderson (7) J Chris Down, Cullompton T Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged this prize 12 months ago and added to her tally when narrowly outpointing Sienna Royale at Exeter in December.

However, she’s failed to fire the last twice and others look stronger.

TFRHIIII BHA88

10 DARCYS HILL (IRE) (23) P50000 Br B m Milan - Royal Nora (IRE) O Joanne Thomason-Murphy B Mrs Brid McCrea

7

11-0

Cillin Leonard (5) J Joanne Thomason-Murphy, Chelmsford T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to pull up any trees for Gordon Elliott and she’s hardly raised her game in 2 starts for present connections.

TFRHHIII BHA87

11 SINDABELLA (FR) (31) 5013-02

6

Br B m Sinndar (IRE) - Figarella Gaugain (FR) O Surefire Racing 1 B Isabelle Liger & Sven Pauwels

10-13

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Carlisle winner last term and left reappearance effort behind when second of 17 with cheekpieces enlisted here (19f) last time. Still has low mileage and possibilities if coping with this new trip.

TFRHHHII BHA86

12 GETAWAY LUCY (IRE) (68) 41002P

8

Br Br m Getaway (GER) - Courtmac Memories (IRE) O Mr I G Thompson B Lillian & Mary Barry

10-12

Ben Godfrey (3) J Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T The Fire House S

TIMEFORMVIEW Off mark in first-time cheekpieces at Worcester last May and went close in a handicap chase at Ffos Las in November.

However, latest effort was poor and needs to bounce back now returned to hurdles.

TFRHHIII BHA85

13 WINTER HOLIDAY (GB) (40) 4-UP143 D

8

Br B m Dubai Destination (USA) - Tamara King (IRE) O Mr and Mrs R. H. F. Fuller B Charlotte Fuller

10-12

Page Fuller J Charlotte Fuller, Penwood T

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to strike under Rules, but she was successful between the flags in November and was a close third in a 25.3f Catterick handicap hurdle last month. Mark unchanged and she’s worth considering.

TFRHHHII BHA85

14 MISS M (IRE) (15) 505660

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Br B m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Tintern O David Pipe Racing Club B J. & J. Waldron

10-8

Philip Armson (7) J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEW Losing run stretches back toAugust 2020 and while she continues to slide down the weights,her latest effort at Fontwell wasn’t overly inspiring and this new trip poses serious stamina concerns.

TFRHHIII BHA81

15 MIZZ MOONDANCE (GB) (21) 06-0060 Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Mizzurka O The Five Fedoras B Golden Cap

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NO

10-5 J

Bob Buckler, Bridgwater T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to improve for the switch to handicap company at Ffos Las 3 weeks ago, and hopes now pinned on this step up in trip/fitting of cheekpieces doing the trick.

TFRHIIII BHA78

16 BEES AND HONEY (GB) (77) 300-0

Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pougatcheva (FR) O Mrs Pam Pengelly B J B Property Developments (Midlands) Ltd

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10-4

Sean Houlihan J Richard Hawker, Frome T

TIMEFORMVIEW No show in a trio of novice events and big step forward needed now upped in trip/equipped with cheekpieces for this handicap debut.

TFRHIIII BHA77

17 LEAVE MY ALONE (IRE) (36) 212-234 D Br Br m Getaway (GER) - Glenda King (IRE) O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook B Jack Bennett

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10-3

Richie McLernon J Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner over fences off this mark at Fakenham last January, but she hasn’t threated in 3 appearances so far this season and her previous efforts in this sphere have lacked spark.

TFRHIIII BHA76 DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2021: PUZZLE CACHE 7 10 8 Charlie Hammond 5-1 (Chris Down) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 15, 16.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 17. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 9, 11, 12.

Stewards Note: PUZZLE CACHE: Following its run on 1/2/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Flying Nun (IRE), 11-2 White Hart Lady (IRE), 7-1 Lazy Sunday (GB), 8-1 Sienna Royale (IRE), 10-1 Sindabella (FR), 11-1 Salcombe (GB), 12-1 Winter Holiday (GB), 16-1 Do Ya Feel Lucky (IRE), 22-1 Getaway Lucy (IRE), 25-1 Born In Borris (IRE), 28-1 Miss M (IRE), 33-1 Leave My Alone (IRE), 40-1 Castkitello (IRE), 66-1 Puzzle Cache (GB), 150-1 Mizz Moondance (GB), 200-1 Darcys Hill (IRE), 250-1 Bees And Honey (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

If able to build on her improved Fontwell display, LAZY SUNDAY could be the answer to this handicap. With just five runs under her belt, she probably has more to offer and this step back up in trip shouldn’t be an issue. Next on the list is Flying Nun, who remains open to improvement following her Fontwell handicap debut success. White Hart Lady is another to consider, along with Sienna Royale.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LAZY SUNDAY 2.FLYING NUN (IRE) 3.WHITE HART LADY (IRE)

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MARKET RASEN Race 1 1.00 2m 125y 1 Alazwar (IRE) 10-12 2 Fae The Port (FR) 10-12 3 Fleurman (IRE) 10-12 4 Glen Again (IRE) 10-12 5 Johnny Estella (IRE) 10-12 6 Krypton Gold (IRE) 10-12 7 Lion Face (IRE) 10-12 8 Romulan Prince (GB) 10-12

Race 2 1.35 2m 4f 139y 1 Dazzling Glory (IRE) 11-12 2 Megan (GER) 11-7 3 Lady Tremaine (IRE) 11-2 4 Malaita (GB) 11-2 5 Merry Mistress (IRE) 10-10 6 Desaray Girl (FR) 10-3

Race 3 2.10 2m 125y 1 Gentle Connections (GB) 11-0 2 Lively Livvy (GB) 11-0 3 Marsh Wren (GB) 11-0 4 Rio Silva (GB) 11-0 5 Shesupincourt (GB) 11-0 6 Ile de Jersey (FR) 10-12

Race 4 2.45 2m 125y 1 Petit Tonnerre (FR) 11-12 2 Serious Ego (GER) 11-1 3 Presuming Ed (IRE) 10-11

Race 5 3.20 2m 3f 34y 1 Voyage de Retour (IRE) 12-7 2 Zolfo (IRE) 11-10 3 Radetzky March (IRE) 11-8 4 Edmond Dantes (FR) 10-12 5 Getaway North (GB) 10-11 6 Thelongwayaround (IRE) 10-9

Race 6 3.55 2m 7f 191y 1 Fleminport (IRE) 12-6 2 Toad (GB) 11-12 3 Aire Valley Lad (GB) 11-10 4 Felton Bellevue (FR) 11-8 5 Jessie Lightfoot (IRE) 11-4 6 Alright Chief (IRE) 11-2 7 Sir Apollo (IRE) 11-0 8 Glacier Fox (GB) 10-2 9 Goodwillhunting (IRE) 10-0

Race 7 4.30 2m 1 Shantou’s Melody (IRE) 2 Cabhfuilfungi (IRE) 3 Doyouknowwhatimean (GB) 4 Grand Mario (FR) 5 Spanish Present (IRE) 6 Claire As Mud (GB) 7 Walk In The Stars (IRE) 8 Erigmoor (GB)

125y 11-9 11-2 11-2 11-2 11-2 10-9 10-9 10-4

SOUTHWELL Race 1 5.00 4f 214y 1 Eeh Bah Gum (IRE) 9-7 2 Cool Spirit (GB) 9-6 3 Brandy Station (IRE) 9-5 4 Aces (IRE) 9-5 5 San Juan (IRE) 9-1 6 Louis Treize (IRE) 9-0 7 Gossip (GB) 8-10 8 Lorna Cole (IRE) 8-9 9 Campachoochoo (IRE) 8-8 10 Moveonup (IRE) 8-8 11 Charlemaine (IRE) 8-8

Race 2 5.30 1 Scale Force (GB) 2 Storm Over (IRE) 3 Desert Lime (GB) 4 Elektronic (IRE)

4f 214y 10-0 9-6 9-5 9-0

Race 3 6.00 1 King of Stars (IRE) 2 Zarzyni (IRE) 3 Caroline Dale (GB) 4 Digital (IRE) 5 Lihou (GB) 6 Fine Wine (FR)

4f 214y 9-7 9-5 9-3 8-13 8-3 8-2

Race 4 6.30 1m 6f 21y 1 Heron (USA) 9-7 2 The Resdev Way (GB) 9-5 3 Kitten’s Dream (GB) 9-5 4 Party Planner (GB) 9-3 5 Seagulls Nest (GB) 9-3 6 Ayda (FR) 9-3 7 Batocchi (GB) 9-3 8 Chef de Troupe (FR) 9-2 9 Bird For Life (GB) 9-0 10 Wadacre Gogo (GB) 8-13 11 Henry The Fifth (IRE) 8-13 12 Quiet Thunder (IRE) 8-10

Race 5 7.00 1m 13y 1 Damascus Finish (IRE) 9-7 2 Griffin Park (GB) 9-7 3 Roamin In Gloamin (GB) 9-3 4 Sid’s Annie (GB) 9-3 5 War Brave (IRE) 9-2 6 Thermometer (IRE) 8-11 7 Copper Mountain (GB) 8-4

Race 6 7.30 7f 1 Kisses of Fire (IRE) 2 Pluperfect (GB) 3 El Felicia (IRE) 4 Methinks (IRE) 5 Shorts On (GB) 6 Liv Lucky (IRE) 7 Sequeira Lady (IRE) 8 Lady Lou (GB) 9 Copper Mountain (GB) 10 Alnood (IRE)

14y 9-9 9-7 9-7 9-6 9-5 9-3 9-2 9-1 9-1 8-7

Race 7 8.00 7f 14y 1 Ringo Starlight (GB) 9-7 2 Almodovar Del Rio (IRE) 9-6 3 Gidwa (IRE) 9-5 4 Rhino (GB) 9-4 5 Bearcardi (IRE) 9-2 6 Kiritimati Island (GB) 9-2 7 Thin Lizzy (GB) 9-1 8 Above It All (IRE) 9-0 9 Intriguing Lady (IRE) 8-11 10 Gurkhali Warrior (IRE) 8-6

Race Conditions First Race 1.20 - THE ANSHIN SECURITY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3430 to the winning horse The second to receive £1580, the third £790, the fourth £395, the fifth £350 and the sixth £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, February 16th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 20th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, 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 February 19th, 2022, 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. 25 entries at £29. - Closed February 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2629; Second £1315; Third £657; Fourth £329; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3430.98) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.55 - THE ROYAL BATH & WEST OF ENGLAND SOCIETY EBF MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for the EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 16th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four and a half furlongs at Newbury on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 17 entries at £45. - Closed February 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.30 - THE ROYAL BATH & WEST OF ENGLAND SOCIETY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 16th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

February 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. 26 entries at £45. - Closed February 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.05 - THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) 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 five 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. February 20th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 15 entries at £48. - Closed February 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4006; Second £2004; Third £1001; Fourth £501; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £5228.16) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.40 - THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10926 to the winning horse The second to receive £5023, the third £2511, the fourth £1255, the fifth £627 and the sixth £312. for four yrs old and upwards. £102 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £82 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 20th. Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 4 at £20 and 9 at £102. - Closed February 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8348; Second £4173; Third £2087; Fourth £1044; Fifth £521; Sixth £260. (Penalty Value £10926.30) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.15 - THE RICHARD WILLIAMS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3594 to the winning horse The second to receive £1655, the third £827, the fourth £414, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 16th and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 20th.

Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Richard Williams Memorial challenge trophy will presented to the winning owner and is to be returned to the racecourse by 1st February 2023. 15 entries at £33. - Closed February 16th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2754; Second £1377; Third £688; Fourth £345; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3594.36) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.50 - THE FREE RACING ON 14TH MARCH MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3430 to the winning horse The second to receive £1580, the third £790, the fourth £395, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 16th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 20th.

Penalties, after February 12th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 23 entries at £29. - Closed February 16th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2629; Second £1315; Third £657; Fourth £329; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3430.98) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

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