Taunton Racecard - Thursday 7th April

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LADIES’ DAY THURSDAY, 7TH APRIL, 2022

Today’s Schedule Page Time Race 8

1.27

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2.02

The Rusty’s Thank You Family and Friends Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) (DIV II)

16

2.35

The Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Novices’ Handicap Hurdle (Class 5)

20

2.55 Aintree

The Betway Bowl Chase (Class 1) (Grade 1) (INTERLEAVED)

23

3.10

The James and Shona Gourlay Wedding Celebration Novices’ Hurdle (Class 4)

26

3.30 Aintree

The Betway Aintree Hurdle (Class 1) (Grade 1) (INTERLEAVED)

29

3.45

The Dave Criddle Travel Handicap Hurdle (Class 3)

30

4.05 Aintree

The Randox Foxhunters’ Open Hunters’ Chase (Class 2) (INTERLEAVED)

36

4.20

The Thanks To The South West Racing Club Handicap Chase (Class 4)

40

4.52

The Grand National Lunch Here On Saturday Handicap Chase (Class 5)

44

5.25

The Evening Meeting Thursday 21st April Open Maiden National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination)

The Rusty’s Thank You Family and Friends Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) (DIV I)

Today’s Officials Stewards

S. Drowne (Chief Steward) J. Pearn (Stewards’ Panel Chair) C. Hill H. Kinsella J. Pearn

Starters

Commentator J. Blance

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 C. McKee

Veterinary Surgeons

Judge E. Jones

Clerk of the Scales R. Cuthbert

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

Veterinary Officer

M.J. Foden

A. Hawthorn

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

M. Baker S. Shilston D. Stone

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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How to Read the Racecard 1

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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

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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.

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First Race 1.27 The Rusty’s Thank You Family And Friends Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Div I)

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)

2m 104y

Race Description

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This is a two miles and half a furlong 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 FULL AUX ROIS (FR) (136) 4335P6 Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Jouable (FR) O Mr John Hobbs B Xavier Leredde & Daniel Desforges

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

7

st-lb

11-12

James Best J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed ability in maiden hurdles for Emmet Mullins in Ireland, but has failed to land a meaningful blow in three starts since switched to handicaps for new yard.

TFRHIIII BHA99

2 SWEET NIGHTINGALE (GB) (64) 65-0035 Br B m Excelebration (IRE) - Night Symphonie O Sweet Nightingale Partnership B R. J. & S. A. Carter

5

11-8

Rex Dingle J Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary T Polly Gundry Training S

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown signs of ability in maiden/novice company and appeals as the type to make more of an impact now pitched into a handicap. Not discounted.

TFRHHHII BHA95

3 PROFESSOR CALCULUS (GB) (25) 350 Br B g Twilight Son - Roslea Lady (IRE) O The Rocket Racing Club B Shortgrove Manor Stud

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11-2

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Just one piece of worthwhile form on the Flat for Richard Hannon, and he hasn’t shown enough in his qualifying runs to suggest that he’ll be a force on handicap debut in this sphere.

TFRHIIII BHA97 (-1)

4 CRY WOLF (GB) (24) 5//-13234

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Br Ch g Street Cry (IRE) - Love Charm O W.B.B. & G.J. DALY B Darley

11-1

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time Flat winner who belied odds of 50/1 when striking for the first time over hurdles at Worcester (23f) in 2021.

Ought to come on for last month’s spin here (first run for four months), but may find this trip too sharp.

TFRHHHII BHA88

5 POET’S REFLECTION (IRE) (102) 14-2F30 C Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lola’s Reflection O Mrs S. Livesey-Van Dorst B Dermot Walsh

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10-11

David Noonan J Linda Blackford, Tiverton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over 19f here last spring and placed on a couple of occasions since, including when third back at this course in November. Rare below par effort at Wincanton next time and each-way claims if tuned-up following a break.

TFRHHHII BHA84

6 ASCOT DAY (FR) (14) 65-2005

Br Ch g Soave (GER) - Allez Hongkong (GER) O Mr B. J. Llewellyn B Mr Christophe Jouandou

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10-10

Jordan Williams (7) J Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair Flat winner who was by no means disgraced returned to this sphere on the back of a four-month break when fifth of 11 at Chepstow (2m) a fortnight ago. 3lb lower now and he’s not without hope.

TFRHHHII BHA83

7 DOLLY MCQUEEN (GB) (78) 240110 CD Br B m Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Caterina de Medici (FR) O Mrs L. Osborne B Minster Stud

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10-10

David Prichard (5) J Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on drop in grade when landing back-to-back selling hurdles (second one over C&D) late last year.

However, she ran poorly at Plumpton when last seen in January.

TFRHHIII BHA83

8 OLLY’S FOLLY (GB) (79) 3025

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Br B g Poet’s Voice - Pearl Diva (IRE) O Red Star Racing B Mr J. C. Davies

10-9

Bryan Carver J Mark Gillard, Sherborne T Ascot Park Polo Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor Flat maiden who bettered previous efforts in this sphere when second to Dolly McQueen in C&D seller in December. No real impact in a handicap at Exeter next time, though, and others look stronger.

TFRHHIII BHA82

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9 COLONEL LESLEY (IRE) (78) 500240 D

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10-8

Paul O’Brien J Claire Harris, Umberleigh T

Br Gr g Lilbourne Lad (IRE) - Tagula Mon (IRE) O Mr F. A. Clegg B Clive Cox

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of just one of his 18 starts over hurdles and while he’d be a big player off this reduced mark if on-song, his profile is decidedly patchy. Debut for new yard.

TFRHIIII BHA81

10 KOLISI (IRE) (4) PP001 D

4(in 7lb ex)10-7

Br B g Harzand (IRE) - Wild Step (GER) O Mr W. Frewen B Irish National Stud

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer for William Haggas who, on the back of a wind op, left his previous hurdles form well behind when making a winning handicap bow in this sphere at Hereford (16.2f) recently. Obvious claims under a penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA81

11 MISS MARETTE (GB) (87) 04-000P

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Br B m Passing Glance - La Marette O Culm Valley Racing B Mrs S. L. Bates

10-1

James Davies J Chris Down, Cullompton T Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to take a step forward on third start in bumpers here last spring, but she has struggled over hurdles this season and big step forward needed here having undergone a wind op.

TFRHIIII BHA74

12 JUNIOR MASSINI (GB) (119) 0-P43P Br B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Bach Me (IRE) O Miss Hannah James B Miss H. L. James

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10-0

Marc Goldstein J Hannah James, Malvern T Rainbow Mobile Equnine & Canine Therapy S

TIMEFORMVIEW Appears to be of little account judged on what he’s shown to this point and 6lb ‘wrong’ at the weights.

TFRHIIII BHA67 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2021: MI LADDO (IRE) 5 9 11 Mitchell Bastyan 6-1 (Milton Harris) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Kolisi (IRE), 6-1 Ascot Day (FR), 13-2 Poet’s Reflection (IRE), 8-1 Sweet Nightingale (GB), 10-1 Cry Wolf (GB), 14-1 Dolly McQueen (GB), 16-1 Olly’s Folly (GB), 33-1 Full Aux Rois (FR), 40-1 Professor Calculus (GB), Colonel Lesley (IRE), 150-1 Miss Marette (GB), 250-1 Junior Massini (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

KOLISI showed something akin to his fairly useful Flat form when making a winning handicap debut over hurdles at Hereford on Sunday, and this 4-y-o will prove hard to beat under a penalty here with the promise of better to come. The one for the forecast could be Ascot Day, who didn’t fare badly when returning from a break at Chepstow recently. Sweet Nightingale is open to improvement now handicapping and she’s also shortlisted.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KOLISI (IRE) 2.ASCOT DAY (FR) 3.SWEET NIGHTINGALE

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Second Race 2.02 The Rusty’s Thank You Family And Friends Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Div II)

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.

2m 104y (Penalty Value £3430.98) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This is the second division of Race 1. Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for. To avoid horses being denied a run, which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority allows the race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions.

Br Breeding

colours

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O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 DUKE OF LUCKLEY (IRE) (37) 0P0F Br B g Mahler - Emily’s Princess (IRE) O Owners for Owners Duke Of Luckley B Thomas Norris

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

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st-lb

11-12

James Best J Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T Fbc Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in a bumper and completed starts over hurdles, though was showing more until departing 2 out at Catterick.

Likely improver now handicapping.

TFRHHHHI BHA96

2 EVENTFUL (GB) (36) 4-50316 D

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Br B m Oasis Dream - Spectacle O Guy Dunphy, Chris Dillon, Mr C Seeney B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

11-8

Tom Scudamore J Suzi Best, Lewes T

TIMEFORMVIEW Confirmed the promise of her Plumpton run when shedding maiden status in 12-runner contest back there 4 weeks later.

Perhaps unsuited by very testing ground when well held at Wincanton since.

TFRHHHII BHA92

3 GERARD MENTOR (FR) (162) 6-P5223 Br B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Trephine du Sulon (FR) O Garrett, Meacham & Woodhall B Vincent Le Roy et al

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11-4

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Better signs from his lowly mark over hurdles of late, finishing placed 3 times in the autumn. Player if returning from a break in similar form.

TFRHHHHI BHA88

4 GOOD IMPRESSION (GB) (15) 40116F D Br B g Showcasing - Daintily Done O B. M. G. Group B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

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11-1

Charlie Price (3) J Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T

TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back 2m wins at Fakenham and Uttoxeter for Dai Burchell in January and in the process of showing improved form when falling 2 out at Ffos Las 15 days ago. Leading claims off same mark if none the worse.

TFRHHHHH BHA85

5 YAAZAAIN (GB) (29) 44-3040

Br B g Iffraaj - Tamazirte (IRE) O Mead Vale & Samuel Quigley Partnership B Ecurie La Vallee Martigny/Ecurie du Loup

6

11-0

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden. Out the back in 19f course handicap in January and well held on AW Flat at Lingfield since.

TFRHHIII BHA84

6 MILITARY TACTIC (IRE) (17) 0-03020 Br B g Iffraaj - Lunar Spirit O Mrs L. Osborne B Beaslay Thoroughbreds

6

10-13

Lucy Gardner J Susan Gardner, Longdown T Woodhayes Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair performer on the level and posted much his best effort yet in this discipline when runner-up on debut for new yard at Southwell (2m) last month. Failed to back it up when only seventh of 8 at Plumpton a fortnight later.

TFRHHHII BHA83

7 CANAL ROCKS (GB) (122) U63

6

Br Gr g Aussie Rules (USA) - In Secret O Mr D Maddocks & Partner B The Earl Cadogan

10-12

Jordan Williams (7) J Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful at best on Flat. Has made a low-key start over hurdles, achieving only poor form when third in a Ludlow novice claimer in December. Off since. Makes handicap hurdle debut.Yard also runs Good Impression.

TFRHHHII BHA82

8 APPRECIATE (IRE) (56) 600

4

Br Ch g Australia - Became (USA) O Appreciate Partnership B Philip Blake & Rodger O’ Dwyer

10-12

Kevin Jones J Milton Harris, Warminster T

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on Flat and over hurdles. First sign of a bit of ability in this sphere when midfield in Doncaster juvenile in Februrary and handicaps provide him with a more realistic chance of success.

TFRHHHII BHA90 (-1)

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9 ESTATE ITALIANA (USA) (44) 0P00

5

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

10-10

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

TIMEFORMVIEW No impact in bumper/3 hurdles. Handicap debut. Best watched unless betting vibes strong.

TFRHHIII BHA80 (-1)

10 HONESTLYNTRUFULLY (IRE) (44) 3P0620 BF

6

10-9

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

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Sixty Forty (IRE) O Mr Clifford Bull & Mrs Janet Gibbs B John Ryan

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a marked step forward on previous hurdle runs when 4 lengths second of 13 on handicap debut at Plumpton (2m) in January. Not in same form over 19f here 3 weeks later but freshened up since and it’s still early days. TFRHHHII BHA79

11 ANTIDOTE (IRE) (182) P0-0000

6

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Mood Indigo (IRE) O Frost Racing Club B Ballylinch Stud

10-2

Angus Cheleda (5) J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORMVIEW Poor maiden hurdler.Well beaten in handicaps this term so easy to look elsewhere.

TFRHIIII BHA72

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2021: THEOCRAT (IRE) 4 11 0 Kieren Buckley 4-1 (Nigel Hawke) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.

Stewards Note: EVENTFUL: Following its run on 2/3/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface.

ANTIDOTE: Following its run on 7/10/2021 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Good Impression (GB), 5-1 Gerard Mentor (FR), 15-2 Honestlyntrufully (IRE), 8-1 Duke of Luckley (IRE), 10-1 Appreciate (IRE), 11-1 Eventful (GB), 12-1 Military Tactic (IRE), Canal Rocks (GB), 22-1 Yaazaain (GB), 33-1 Estate Italiana (USA), 100-1 Antidote (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

If GOOD IMPRESSION hasn’t suffered any ill effects from a late fall at Ffos Las then he looks the way to go here as he looked set to win again when coming down and races off the same mark here.

Gerard Mentor could pose the chief threat if returning from a break in the same form as when last seen in the autumn. Duke of Luckley is a possible improver in handicaps and also makes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOOD IMPRESSION 2.GERARD MENTOR (FR) 3.DUKE OF LUCKLEY (IRE)

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Third Race 2.35 The Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for novice 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.

2m 7f 198y (Penalty Value £3430.98) 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 novice four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 105. 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 105 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 100.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 MAD ABOUT SALLY (IRE) (23) 325-P23 Br B or Br m Califet (FR) - Lou’s Coole Girl (IRE) O Mr O. Signy B Louis G. Vambeck

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

7

st-lb

11-12

David Bass J Oliver Signy, Lambourn T Oliver Signy Racing Llp S

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced twice in Irish points in 2020 and proved a totally different proposition from her Rules debut when second at Huntingdon (20.7f,heavy) in February.

Repeated that effort with the run of the race when third at Sedgefield subsequently and may do better now switching to a handicap up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA104

2 GO SACRE GO (FR) (25) P/5-365

3

Br B g Network (GER) - Altesse Sacree (FR) O Mr G. L. Porter B Graham Porter & Henrietta Charlet

6

11-11

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEWLooks a stable lesser light on early evidence but wasn’t entirely disgraced behind a winning stablemate on hisWarwick handicap debut (21f) 25 days ago and is 4lb lower now.

TFRHHHHI BHA103

3 KOTKI (FR) (65) 4P0060

5

Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Kotkicha (FR) O David Pipe Racing Club B S.C.P. Haras Des Coudraies

11-5

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair ex-French maiden hurdler. No impact either start (hurdle/chase) on these shores, but is not one to write off on the pick of his French form.

TFRHHHHH BHA97

4 GEORDIE WASHINGTON (IRE) (22) 540-0PP Br B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Rathturtin Brief (IRE) O Atlantic Friends Racing B Denis Cummins

6

11-3

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, broke blood vessel when pulled up in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, soft, 16/1) 22 days ago. Back over hurdles now in a first-time hood and has enough to prove.

TFRHHHII BHA95

5 BOLSOVER BILL (IRE) (59) 000020 BF Br B g Getaway (GER) - Peripheral Vision (IRE) O Jim and Claire Limited B Lyle Buttimer

5

10-10

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

TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved when second of 16 in Newcastle handicap (22f) in early February.Not in same form at Fontwell 6 days later but possibly found the race coming too soon. Cheekpieces on.

TFRHHHII BHA88

6 VANDERBILT (IRE) (20) 424043

Br Ch g Intense Focus (USA) - Star of The West O Mr T. J. C. Seegar B Mr D. A. Farrington

8

10-8

David Noonan J Mark Gillard, Sherborne T Ascot Park Polo Club S

TIMEFORMVIEW Long-standing maiden who was well backed down in grade but merely extended losing run when third in Fakenham claimer 20 days ago. Significantly up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA86

7 DOYENS DE ANTE (IRE) (24) 50-FP35 Br B g Doyen (IRE) - De Street (IRE) O Mrs D. Prosser B R. J. Whitford

6

10-8

James Best J Max Young, Droitwich T

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran best race when third at Hereford (21.7f) in February but failed to repeat that effort over C&D last time. Needs to bounce back in first-time cheekpieces.

TFRHHHII BHA86

8 TOAD OF TOAD HALL (GB) (44) 04P0-P0 Br B g Universal (IRE) - Double Mead O Team Dunn B Mrs Katherine Smith-Maxwell

6

10-2

James Davies J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Poor in bumpers and little worthwhile form over hurdles. Step up in trip and first-time blinkers need to prompt improvement.

TFRHHIII BHA80

16

9 MENAPIAN (IRE) (39) 650-PP4

11

Br B or Br g Touch of Land (FR) - Mannequin (IRE) O T M W Partnership B Mrs Sheila Morrissey

10-0

Charlie Price (3) J Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 NH runs. Has shown nothing over fences, including in first-time cheekpieces and from 47lb out of handicap last time, and now back over hurdles.

TFRHHHII BHA74

10 MILLIE’S FLYING (GB) (115) 00/0-6P

9

10-0

David Prichard (5) J Sarah Robinson, Bridgwater T

Br B m Franklins Gardens - Grove Dancer O Mr Mark Fooks B D. D. Scott

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly raced and shown little in the way of ability. Cheekpieces on for handicap debut.

TFRHIIII BHA51

2021: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 5, 7, 10.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Stewards Note: GEORDIE WASHINGTON: Following its run on 16/3/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

BOLSOVER BILL: Following its run on 7/2/2022 it was reported that the horse hung badly left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Mad About Sally (IRE), 4-1 Vanderbilt (IRE), 6-1 Go Sacre Go (FR), 13-2 Bolsover Bill (IRE), 15-2 Kotki (FR), Doyens de Ante (IRE), 20-1 Menapian (IRE), 22-1 Geordie Washington (IRE), 66-1 Toad of Toad Hall (GB), 150-1 Millie’s Flying (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

KOTKI has yet to make an impact in Britain, but he’s worth another chance back over hurdles judged on the pick of his form in France. Mad About Sally and Go Sacre Go are less exposed than the rest so are feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KOTKI (FR) 2.MAD ABOUT SALLY (IRE) 3.GO SACRE GO (FR)

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AINTREE 2.55

3m 210y

THE BETWAY BOWL STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards

Total race value £250000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £107400, 2nd £44200, 3rd £22100, 4th £11050, 5th £5525, 6th £2750, 7th £1400, 8th £675, 9th £350. (Penalty Value £140325)

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BRISTOL DE MAI (FR) (47) 12P-P32

Br Gr g Saddler Maker (IRE) - La Bole Night (FR) O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B Mr Jean-Yves Touzaint

age

st-lb

11

11-7

Daryl Jacob J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Three-time winner of Haydock’s Betfair Chase and ran another cracker at that venue when runner-up under a big weight in Grand National Trial in February. Yet to land this prize after 3 attempts, though, and unlikely to have conditions to suit.

TFRHHIII BHA159

2

CLAN DES OBEAUX (FR) (54) 321-123 CD BF

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Nausicaa des Obeaux (FR) O Mr&Mrs P.K.Barber,G.Mason,Sir A Ferguson B Mme Marie Devilder

10

11-7

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Top-class chaser who bagged this prize 12 months ago before seeing off Al Boum Photo at Punchestown. Returned with good second in King George VI Chase on Boxing Day but was below par at Newbury last time and connections have now reached for first-time blinkers.

TFRHHHII BHA168

3

CONFLATED (IRE) (21) 4-U211F

8

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Saucy Present (IRE) O Gigginstown House Stud B Dillon Family

11-7

Davy Russell J Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when landing Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown on penultimate start and in process of running to similar level when coming down 2 out in Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham last month. Return to longer trip will suit and not taken lightly. TFRHHHHI BHA168

4

ELDORADO ALLEN (FR) (21) 5-13213

8

Br Gr g Khalkevi (IRE) - Hesmeralda (FR) O J P Romans & Terry Warner B Mr Bruno Vagne

11-7

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken his form up a notch this term, bagging Haldon Gold Cup at Exeter and Gr 2 Denman Chase at Newbury. Acquitted himself really well (only one to mix it with Allaho) when third in Ryanair Chase latest and looks sure to give another good account here. TFRHHHII BHA163

5

ITCHY FEET (FR) (33) 53-224P

8

11-7

Br B g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Maeva Candas (FR) O Kate & Andrew Brooks B Jean-Pierre Cordonnier & Daniel Gromada

Aidan Coleman J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T McCoy Contractors S

6

10

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 1 novice winner over fences and creditable efforts in defeat with cheekpieces fitted this term. Disappointed in first-time blinkers (now discarded) at Kelso last time, though, and has plenty on his plate in this company.

TFRHIIII BHA150

KEMBOY (FR) (61) 10-4035 CD

Br B g Voix du Nord (FR) - Vitora (FR) O Kemboy/Brett Graham/Ken Sharp Syndicate B Joelle Morruzzi & Philippe Morruzzi

11-7

P. Townend J W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW High-class chaser who took this prize in 2019 and made the frame for the fourth time in Gr 1 Savil s Chase at Leopardstown over Christmas.

Below par fifth behind Conflated at same course last time but wil be fresher than most (missed Cheltenham) and can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA166

7

NUTS WELL (GB) (33) 6-153P1 C

11

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Renada O Mr Ian Hamilton B Chesters Stud Ltd

11-7

Danny McMenamin J Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T I & A Hamilton S

TIMEFORMVIEW Very smart chaser who is a credit to connections and got back on scoreboard when taking 7-runner Listed chase at Kelso last month. Sure to give his best again but will likely find this company too tough.

TFRHHIII BHA157

8

PROTEKTORAT (FR) (20) 221-213 CD

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR) O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales B Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault

7

11-7

Harry Skelton J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Morson Group, Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEW Convincing winner of opening race on this card last term and made it 2 from 2 at this course when easily taking Grade 2 contest in December.

EmergedbestofBritishwhengoodthirdtoAPlusTardin CheltenhamGold Cuplastmonthandlookssuretomakeanotherbold bid here. TFRHHHHH BHA164

9

ROYALE PAGAILLE (FR) (20) 16-2125

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Royale Cazoumaille (FR) O Mrs S. Ricci B Mr Philippe Mace

8

11-7

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Defiedabig weightin PeterMarshatHaydockbeforegoodsecondtoEldoradoAllenin DenmanChaseatNewburyin February.Gaveanother good account when fifth in Cheltenham Gold Cup last time but this easier test of stamina may not really play to his strengths.

TFRHHHII BHA164

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2021: CLAN DES OBEAUX (FR) 9 11 7 Harry Cobden 5-2 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note: ITCHY FEET: Following its run on 5/3/2022 it was reported that the horse was struck into cutting its fore.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Protektorat (FR), 4-1 Clan des Obeaux (FR), 5-1 Conflated (IRE), 15-2 Eldorado Allen (FR), Kemboy (FR), 8-1 Royale Pagaille (FR), 18-1 Bristol de Mai (FR), 33-1 Nuts Well (GB), 66-1 Itchy Feet (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

PROTEKTORAT acquitted himself really well behind A Plus Tard in the Cheltenham Gold Cup last month and is fancied to maintain his 100% record at this course. Conflated proved his Irish Gold Cup success was no fluke in Ryanair Chase (looked sure to be placed before falling 2 out) and rates the chief threat, whilst the admirable Eldorado Allen is also expected to make his presence felt in what looks a really competitive renewal of this Grade 1 contest.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PROTEKTORAT (FR) 2.CONFLATED (IRE) 3.ELDORADO ALLEN (FR)

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Fourth Race 3.10 The James And Shona Gourlay Wedding Celebration Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race) for novice 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)

2m 104y

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 half a furlong novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than one hurdle race.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

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S Sponsor

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1 DILIGENT (FR) (182) 121312 BF

9

Br Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Rapide (FR) O The Devon Diamond Friends B Michel Parreau-Delhote

st-lb

11-8

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

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of 5 of his last 7 chase starts for this yard,and continued the good work back hurdling at NewtonAbbot in September.

However, turned over when long odds on next time and looks vulnerable following a six-month break.

TFRHHHII BHA125

2 GOLD IN DOHA (FR) (153) 3-4

6

Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Utah Bald (FR) O Brian & Sandy Lambert B Camille Ferchaud & Rene Dugardin

11-1

Bryan Carver J Harry Fry, Corscombe T Citipost S

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed ability when third in Kempton bumper on debut last season (form has worked out well), and also shaped well on hurdling bow at Fontwell in a first-time tongue strap at Fontwell (17.7f) in November. Open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 TIP TOP TONTO (IRE) (152) 05-6

6

Br B g Milan - Sarahs Quay (IRE) O Foxtrot Racing The Red Caps B Mr Colm McHenry

11-1

Lee Edwards J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of promise in a trio of bumpers for two different yards last year, but will need to raise his game on debut for another new stable if he’s to make a winning start in this sphere.

TFRHHIII BHA-

4 INCA DE LAFAYETTE (FR) (44) 0-63411 CD

4

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

11-0

Angus Cheleda (5) J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW French bumper winner who changed hands for €80,000 in November and, despite proving easy to back, had plenty to spare when landing a C&D maiden on British/hurdles debut. Big player with improvement likely.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 TO DREAM (GB) (65) 00P

4

Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Minnola O Kay Russell B Kay Russell

10-7

James Davies J Mark Gillard, Sherborne T Ascot Park Polo Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in three starts on the Flat and it’s been a similar story in as many appearances over hurdles to date.

Looks set for another struggle starting out for new yard here.

TFRHIIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 5 Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5.

2021: TULIN 4 10 11 Lorcan Williams 4-11 (Paul Nicholls) 8 ran

Stewards Note: DILIGENT: Following its run on 7/10/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Inca de Lafayette (FR), 5-2 Diligent (FR), 4-1 Gold In Doha (FR), 22-1 Tip Top Tonto (IRE), 200-1 To Dream (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

INCA DE LAFAYETTE did the job well on his hurdles debut for new connections over C&D last month and, with the strong possibility of better to come from this French import, he should prove too good for these rivals. Diligent looks vulnerable conceding weight all round following a six-month absence and Gold In Doha, who made an encouraging start over hurdles at Fontwell, is second choice.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INCA DE LAFAYETTE (FR) 2.GOLD IN DOHA (FR) 3.DILIGENT (FR)

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AINTREE 3.30

2m 4f

THE BETWAY AINTREE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards

Total race value £250000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £107400, 2nd £44200, 3rd £22100, 4th £11050, 5th £5525, 6th £2750, 7th £1400.

(Penalty Value £140325)

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11-7

BREWIN’UPASTORM (IRE) (39) 15-1F12 CD

Br B g Milan - Daraheen Diamond (IRE) O Mrs Barbara Hester B Longrove Stud

Sean Bowen J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T McCoy Contractors S

2

7

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart hurdler who bagged conditions event at Lingfield before good second to Botox Has in National Spirit Hurdle at Fontwell (19.2f). Cheekpieces go on now and he’s no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA155

GLORY AND FORTUNE (IRE) (23) 164215

11-7

Br B g Fame And Glory - Night Heron (IRE) O Mr J. Hinds B P. Connell

Stan Sheppard J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Plusbac S

3

6

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved performer this season, holding on gamely in Betfair Hurdle at Newbury before excellent fifth to Honeysuckle in Champion Hurdle (150/1) at Cheltenham. Not discounted back up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA154

GUARD YOUR DREAMS (GB) (39) 131323 D

Br B g Fame And Glory - Native Sunrise (IRE) O Graham and Alison Jelley B Little Lodge Farm & Mr & Mrs TWR Chugg

11-7

Sam Twiston-Davies J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Jelson Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Already a dual winner this season and he posted another solid effort when third of 6 to Botox Has in National Spirit Hurdle at Fontwell (19.2f) 39 days ago. This demands plenty more, however. TFRHHIII BHA145

4

MCFABULOUS (IRE) (68) 3120-24 C

8

11-7

Br B g Milan - Rossavon (IRE) O Giraffa Racing B Vincent Finn

Lorcan Williams J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Run To Global Ltd S

5

5

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual Grade 2 winner last season who returned with good second in Relkeel at Cheltenham before below-par fourth in 3m Cleeve Hurdle there in January. Cheekpieces are reached for now with a bit to prove after his break. TFRHHIII BHA150

MONMIRAL (FR) (39) 1111-54 C BF

11-7

Br Bl g Saint des Saints (FR) - Achere (FR) O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales B S.A.R.L. Carion EMM

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

6

5

TIMEFORMVIEW Wentunbeatenin5startslastterm,buthebeatonlyoneinFightingFifthHurdleatNewcastleandagainperformed below par when fourth in National Spirit Hurdle at Fontwell (19.2f) 39 days ago. Has questions to answer now. TFRHHIII BHA149

ZANAHIYR (IRE) (23) 212223

Br Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Zariyna (IRE) O Bective Stud B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

11-7

Jack Kennedy J Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWThree-timerunner-upatGrade1levelin Irelandthis termandhepostedanothersolid effortin first-timecheekieceswhenthirdtoHoneysuckle in Champion Hurdle (28/1) at Cheltenham. This longer trip has long promised to suit, so the Irish raider merits serious consideration.

TFRHHHHH BHA159

7

EPATANTE (FR) (23) 23-3112

Br B m No Risk At All (FR) - Kadjara (FR) O Mr John P. McManus B Francois-Xavier & Anne Doulce Lefeuvre

8

11-0

Aidan Coleman J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEW Stylish 2020 Champion Hurdle heroine who looked right back to her best when chasing home Honeysuckle in latest edition. Holds the edge at these weights but has her stamina to prove over this longer trip. TFRHHHHI BHA154 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2021: ABACADABRAS (FR) 7 11 7 Jack Kennedy 5-1 (Mrs Denise Foster) 11 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Epatante (FR), 9-4 Zanahiyr (IRE), 8-1 Brewin’upastorm (IRE), 14-1 Glory And Fortune (IRE), McFabulous (IRE), 16-1 Monmiral (FR), 40-1 Guard Your Dreams (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ZANAHIYR finished a place behind runner-up Epatante in the Champion Hurdle but promises to be much better suited by this half-mile longer trip than Nicky Henderson’s speedy mare so gets the nod in a fascinating Aintree Hurdle. The cheekpieces which suited Gordon Elliott’s consistent 5-y-o at Cheltenham are again sported here too for last year’s winning connections. Brewin’upastorm appeals as the pick of the remainder for minor honours just ahead of Glory And Fortune.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ZANAHIYR (IRE) 2.EPATANTE (FR) 3.BREWIN’UPASTORM (IRE)

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Fifth Race 3.45 The Dave Criddle Travel Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £13000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5133, 2nd £2567, 3rd £1283, 4th £642, 5th £280.

2m 7f 198y (Penalty Value £6698.58) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This is a three miles handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 140. 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

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

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1 EARTH LORD (IRE) (19) 2-11021

6

Br Ch g Mahler - Glebe Beauty (IRE) O Mr R. M. Penny B James D. Leahy

st-lb

11-12

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Penny Group Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW3 wins from 5 runs this season.Made most of good opportunity when easily taking 4-runner novice hurdle at Kempton (21f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Fairly treated back handicapping and holds strong claims.

TFRHHHHI BHA132

2 FLASHING GLANCE (GB) (19) 434166

9

Br B g Passing Glance - Don And Gerry (IRE) O Barrett, Meredith, Panniers, Wilde B Mr P. Barrett & Mr J. Meredith

11-11

Dylan Kitts (10) J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Plusbac S

TIMEFORMVIEW Back on scoreboard over shorter trip at Hereford in December and ran to similar level when sixth in deeper contest at Kempton latest. Not out of things.

TFRHHHII BHA131

3 TIME TO TINKER (IRE) (98) 413-112 C

7

Br Br g Stowaway - Zuzka (IRE) O Mrs Angela Tincknell B Kenneth Parkhill

11-9

Angus Cheleda (5) J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged third success over hurdles when scoring at Wincanton (19.8f) in November and saw longer trip out well when creditable second of 11 in handicap hurdle (4/1) over C&D (soft) 98 days ago. Likely contender.

TFRHHHHH BHA129

4 BELLS OF PETERBORO (IRE) (40) 21-3165 D BF

7

11-5

Br Gr g Carlotamix (FR) - Power of Future (GER) Charlie Price (3) J O Mr S. Grys & Mr M. O’Boyle Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T B J. B. Bloodstock Ltd Hercules Direct Marketing Ltd, Designation Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Looked highly progressive when stylish winner of handicap hurdle at Chepstow (23.6f) in December but hasn’t been in same form since. Handicapper beginning to relent at least.

TFRHHHII BHA125

5 SIROBBIE (IRE) (16) 03P244

8

Br Br g Arakan (USA) - Presentbreeze (IRE) O Mr Richard J. Gurr B Michael. C. Griffin

10-11

Lilly Pinchin (5) J David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winless since 2020 but shaped better in a first-time visor when fourth at Market Rasen (23.1f, good) latest and could be a player if building on that.

TFRHHHII BHA117 DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2021: CALVA D’AUGE (FR) 6 11 5 Angus Cheleda 10-3 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Earth Lord (IRE), 11-4 Time To Tinker (IRE), 5-1 Bells of Peterboro (IRE), 13-2 Sirobbie (IRE), 7-1 Flashing Glance (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

TIME TO TINKER ran well over C&D in December and has scored after a break previously.

He gets the nod. Earth Lord is feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIME TO TINKER (IRE) 2.EARTH LORD (IRE) 3.SIROBBIE (IRE)

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AINTREE 4.05

2m 5f 19y

THE RANDOX FOXHUNTERS’ OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) for six yrs old and upwards

Total race value £50000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £20995, 2nd £10495, 3rd £5250, 4th £2625, 5th £1310, 6th £655, 7th £330, 8th £165. (Penalty Value £24155) Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

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ACTIVIAL (FR) (20) 225523

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Kissmirial (FR) O Mr J. B. Harper H Grafton

age

st-lb

12

12-0

Mrs Amy Cox J Francesca Poste, Ettington T

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser who, having left Tom George, shaped as if retaining ability when second of 7 in hunter chase at Southwell last month. Jumped poorly at Fakenham next time, though. Uphill task. TFRHIIII BHA122

2

ANOTHER VENTURE (IRE) (55) 1FP-324

Br Ch g Stowaway - Hard Luck (IRE) O Mrs Louise Daly H Ledbury

11

12-0

Mr George Daly J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly raced for Nicky Henderson but hasn’t really come up wit the goods since switched to hunters, only fourth at Bangor 55 days ago. Visor goes back on now, but there are questions to answer.TFRHHIII BHA130

3

CAT TIGER (FR) (21) 3-25210 D

8

12-0

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Miss Canon (FR) O Mr David Maxwell H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale

Mr David Maxwell J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Fitzdares S

4

11

TIMEFORMVIEW Classy chaser who recorded a career best when edging ahead late on in 3m Ascot handicap in January. Out of his comfort zone in the Kim Muir last time, but that’s best excused and he was third in last year’s renewal of this event. Strong claims. TFRHHHHI BHA140

CLONDAW WESTIE (IRE) (47) 2UP2F2 D

12-0

Br B g Westerner - You’re A Native (IRE) O For Fun Partnership H Kimblewick

Miss Izzie Marshall J Alan Hill, Aston Rowant T

5

10

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who was runner-up between the flags in February. This is a stiff task for his return to Rules, though.

TFRHHIII BHA125

COMPLETE SIZING (FR) (32) 20/12-31

Br Ch g Network (GER) - Krysaore Colombe (FR) O Jonathan Lee and Angie Sykes H United Pack

12-0

Mr Ben Bromley J Philip Rowley, Bridgnorth T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair chaser in Ireland and opened his account for current stable when landing a point in March.

Unlikely to have enough quality for an event like this.

TFRHHIII BHA120

6

COUSIN PASCAL (FR) (20) 1-1221P CD

Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tante Zoe (FR) O Mr P. A. Clifton H North Shropshire

10

12-0

Mr James King J J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich T

TIMEFORMVIEW Surprise winner of this last year and looked as good as ever when scoring at Haydock in February.

Underperformed at Cheltenham last time, but no surprise if he’s quickly back to form.

TFRHHHII BHA130

7

DASHING PERK (GB) (89) 2P3F-P4 D

Br B g Kayf Tara - Dashing Executive (IRE) O Mr Paul Jenkins H Worcestershire

11

12-0

Mr Tommie M. O’Brien J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful veteran who took a step back in the right direction when fourth of 13 in a Sandown handicap almost 3 months ago. Drop back to this trip is in his favour, and he strikes as an interesting contender. TFRHHHII BHA125

8

DEMAIN DES L’AUBE (FR) (18) 02PP33

Br Ch g Sumitas (GER) - Discolut (FR) O Mr I. P. Crane H Sinnington

9

12-0

Mr William Easterby J W. Easterby, Malton T

TIMEFORMVIEW Scored over fences for Henry de Bromhead last summer and, fit from points, shaped better than the result over a trip that stretched him at Carlisle 18 days ago. Return to this distance should help, but he has plenty to find. TFRHHIII BHA125

9

DOWN THE HIGHWAY (IRE) (26) 043F13

Br B g Duke of Marmalade (IRE) - Petit Moselle (IRE) O Coolderry Partnership H Westmeath

9

12-0

Mr T. J. Love J Ciaran Murphy, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Remote third in a 5-runner hunter at Gowran recently, and it’s hard to imagine him making any impact in a race as competitive as this.

TFRHIIII BHA118

10 DRUMCONNOR LAD (IRE) (27) P3-2542

12

Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Drumconnor Lady (IRE) O Mr David Keys & Mrs Breda Keatley H Middleton

12-0

Mr T. Hamilton J Adrian Keatley, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who still retains a good chunk of ability and was back to form when runner-up at Leicester. Would have to get back to his very best to take a hand in this.

TFRHHIII BHA126

11 FEROCIOUS (IRE) (18) 503224 D

8

Br B g Presenting - Accordingtoeileen (IRE) O Gottabelucky Partnership H Berwickshire

12-0

Mr Joe Wright J Miss K. Leckenby, Consett T

TIMEFORMVIEW Ex-Irish chaser who started well in hunters for new stable but was a let down at Carlisle last time.

He’s out of his depth in a race like this, anyway.

TFRHIIII BHA107

12 GOLDEN TOBOUGGAN (GB) (32) 22P-221 D Br Ch g Tobougg (IRE) - Beltyne Goldberry O Mrs Julie Wadland H Warwickshire

11

12-0

Miss Alice Stevens J Mrs Julie Wadland, Rugby T

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in this last year and, while his point record is pretty impressive, he’s likely to get outclassed again.

TFRHHIII BHA112

13 JETT (IRE) (39) 060-312 BF

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - La Noire (IRE) O Mr Robert Waley-Cohen H Warwickshire

11

12-0

Mr Sam Waley-Cohen J Robert Waley-Cohen, Banbury T Upton Viva Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW One-time high-class chaser for Mrs J. Harrington and he completed a simple task starting out in this code at Kelso in February. Undone by Shantou Flyer at Fontwell next time but still ranks as a major player. TFRHHHHI BHA145

14 LATENIGHTPASS (GB) (32) 142-1F1 Br B g Passing Glance - Latenightdip O Mrs P. A. Ellis H Warwickshire

9

12-0

Miss Gina Andrews J T. Ellis, Rugby T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful efforts in hunters last season, signing off with an excellent second to Cousin Pascal in last year’s renewal.

Has underlined his well-being in points since, so no reason why he won’t put up another bold showing. TFRHHHHI BHA133

15 LE BREUIL (FR) (43) P-6P323 D

10

12-0

Mr Peter Mason J Br Ch g Anzillero (GER) - Slew Dancer Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T O Mrs Emma Palmer Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S H Heythrop

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won a race of any description for best part of 3 years and while he wasn’t disgraced when third at Doncaster last time, others are more persuasive. Tongue tied for the first time. TFRHHIII BHA125

16 MARRACUDJA (FR) (37) 516031 Br B g Martaline - Memorial (FR) O Foxtrot Racing Marracudja H Croome & West Warwickshire

11

12-0

Mr Tristan Durrell J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most reliable these days but looked as good as ever when scoring by 8 lengths in a hunter at Leicester 37 days ago. Could make his presence felt if his jumping holds up.

TFRHHHII BHA131

17 MICHAEL’S PICK (IRE) (18) P30321

8

12-0

Br Ch g Presenting - Boragh Thyme (IRE) O Mrs D. A. Love H Westmeath

Mr A. Murphy J Ciaran Murphy, Ireland T

18 MIGHTY STOWAWAY (IRE) (20) 2211P3

11

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair chaser who scored comfortably in a maiden hunter at Downpatrick recently but doesn’t have the ability to get seriously competitive in this.

TFRHIIII BHA114

Br B g Stowaway - The Mighty Matron (IRE) O Mr N. Sutton H Westmeath

12-0

Mr Ben Sutton J Lawney Hill, Aston Rowant T

TIMEFORMVIEW Multiple point winner who looked as good as ever when an excellent third in the Festival Challenge Cup Hunters’ Chase at Cheltenham last time. Has left Gordon Elliott since, but solid place claims again. TFRHHHII BHA130

19 MYTH BUSTER (IRE) (47) 35P212 BF Br B g Shantou (USA) - Fairy Blaze (IRE) O The 369 Partnership H Berks & Bucks Drag

9

12-0

Mr P. W. Mullins J Mrs Sara V. Bradstock, Wantage T

TIMEFORMVIEW One-time useful chaser (for Henry de Bromhead), and new stable seem to have got him back on track. Easy winner of a Musselburgh hunter a couple of months ago and Patrick Mullins is a notable booking.

TFRHHHHI BHA137

20 PONT AVEN (IRE) (20) P3F116

9

12-0

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Behlaya (IRE) O Mr T. C. O. Gredley H Thurlow

Mr Alex Chadwick J J. P. Owen, Newmarket T

21 PORLOCK BAY (FR) (55) 1/121-22 BF

11

TIMEFORMVIEW Talented chaser for Willie Mullins and won a point by a wide margin for current connections. Made an impressive winning start to life in hunters at Ludlow, then shaped like a non-stayer at the festival last month, so not one to write off back in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA136

Br B g Kayf Tara - Exolthir (FR) O Mr John Studd H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale

12-0

Mr William Biddick J Will Biddick, Shepton Mallet T Equine Bio Genie Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Cheltenham Hunter Chase winner who, although turned over at odds on, showed he retains plenty of ability at Bangor last time. Likely to be spot on now, and he has the ability/toughness to make a big impact. TFRHHHHH BHA137

22 REIKERS ISLAND (IRE) (32) 6/P5-114 BF

9

12-0

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Moricana (GER) O Mr Daniel Cherriman H South Shropshire

Mr Huw Edwards J Alan Hill, Aston Rowant T

23 STAND UP AND FIGHT (IRE) (19) 33P462

10

TIMEFORMVIEW Has won his last couple of hunters, impressive at Warwick in January, and a recent outing between the flags should have put him spot on for this. Tongue tied now, and he’s not a forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA130

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Aylesbury Park (IRE) O Mr John P. McManus H Co Limerick

12-0

Miss Aine O’Connor J Enda Bolger, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser who has been in a lull this season but offered a bit more encouragement under a positive ride in a Cross-Country event at Punchestown 53 days ago. Not one to write off with cheekpieces refitted. TFRHHHII BHA133

24 THE DELLERCHECKOUT (IRE) (25) 3P-1143 Br B g Getaway (GER) - Loreley (IRE) O Mrs Caroline Robinson H Albrighton & Woodland

9

12-0

Miss Immy Robinson J Mrs C. J. Robinson, Shifnal T

TIMEFORMVIEW Rules record in the last couple of years is underwhelming and he didn’t fire between the flags last time, so he’s easily passed over.

TFRHIIII BHA122 DECLARED RUNNERS 24 2021: COUSIN PASCAL (FR) 9 12 0 Mr James King 66-1 (J J O’Shea) 21 ran Visor worn first time by No. 24. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 15, 22. Blinkers worn by No. 15.

Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 10, 11, 16, 18.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 10, 13, 18, 20, 22, 23.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 14.

Stewards Note: ACTIVIAL: Following its run on 18/3/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

PONT AVEN: Following its run on 18/3/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered from post race ataxia.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Jett (IRE), 7-1 Cat Tiger (FR), 8-1 Latenightpass (GB), Porlock Bay (FR), 16-1 Marracudja (FR), 18-1 Cousin Pascal (FR), Mighty Stowaway (IRE), Myth Buster (IRE), 25-1 Pont Aven (IRE), Reikers Island (IRE), 33-1 Dashing Perk (GB), Stand Up And Fight (IRE), 50-1 Another Venture (IRE), Clondaw Westie (IRE), Drumconnor Lad (IRE), Le Breuil (FR), 66-1 Complete Sizing (FR), 100-1 Demain des L’Aube (FR), Golden Tobouggan (GB), The Dellercheckout (IRE), 150-1 Activial (FR), Down The Highway (IRE), Michael’s Pick (IRE), 300-1 Ferocious (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

PORLOCK BAY picked up a big prize last year and, having returned with a satisfactory run at Bangor in February, he’s all set for a bold showing having skipped the Cheltenham festival this time around. The classy Jett also deserves respect and last year’s second Latenightpass should give another good account this time round.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PORLOCK BAY (FR) 2.JETT (IRE) 3.LATENIGHTPASS

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Sixth Race 4.20 The Thanks To The South West Racing Club Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

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.

(Penalty Value £5228.16)

2m 2f 40y

Race Description

This two miles and two furlongs handicap steeple chase has been designed for five-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 110. 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

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

1 RED HAPPY (FR) (8) 1P4PP1 D

st-lb

5(in 7lb ex)12-2

Br Ch g Red Dubawi (IRE) - Happynees (FR) O Judith Wilson B S.C.E.A.Du Haras Des Sablonnets et al

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences for Gabriel Leenders in France. Very low-key start for new yard but eased in weights and revived sufficiently to see of stablemate at Wincanton (20f) last week. Possibilities with a repeat under a penalty. TFRHHHHI BHA106 (+7)

2 SON OF CAMAS (FR) (24) 4432P3

7

Br Ch g Creachadoir (IRE) - Camas (FR) O Loose Ends B Mr Jerome & Mrs Ophelie Delaunay

11-12

Nico de Boinville J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner but those victories came back in 2019 and recent exploits over fences have been disappointing, folding entering the straight when third at Stratford (17f) in March. Mark has eased further at least.

TFRHHHII BHA109

3 FULGURIX (FR) (27) 6-04422

7

Br B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Union de Sevres (FR) O The Tenovus Partnership B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Benoit Constantin

11-10

Lee Edwards J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T Re People Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW 7-y-o who ran up to best when runner-up at Leicester (15.9f, soft) in February.Possible 19f on heavy ground stretched him when filling same spot at Exeter last month and no surprise to see him give a good account here.

TFRHHHII BHA107

4 FULL OF SURPRISES (FR) (30) 56-4243

7

Br B m No Risk At All (FR) - Fontaine Riant (FR) O Mr John P. McManus B S.C.A. La Perrigne

11-7

Richie McLernon J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Bet UK / Game Tech Marketing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who ran best race over fences when second at Catterick (15.6f) in December (on back of wind op).

Undone by some indifferent jumping subsequently but good showing not ruled out.

TFRHHHII BHA104

5 BOAGRIUS (IRE) (27) 452653 C

6

10

Br Ch g Beneficial - Greenhall Rambler (IRE) O The MerseyClyde Partnership B James Mulhall

11-6

Jonathan Burke J Tom George, Slad T HBA Media S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winless since landing back-to-back 2m handicaps during early 2019 but he did take step back in right direction when third in 5-runner Leicester handicap (15.9f) last month. Can figure from 3lb lower.

TFRHHHHH BHA103

6 ACROSS THE CHANNEL (FR) (75) 06-0650 Br B g Dunkerque (FR) - Aulne River (FR) O Mr Andrew L. Cohen B Suc. Goulven Berthouloux et al

7

10-12

Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Wood Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who has run to a fair level without success over hurdles (pick of efforts coming here). Not seen to best effect when midfield in 17-runner event here latest and he may well step up for switch to larger obstacles. One to note in betting.

TFRHHHII BHA95

7 ROYAL ACT (GB) (24) 4P1055 CD

Br Br g Royal Anthem (USA) - Native’s Return (IRE) O Moorland Racing and Mark Hammond B Mrs G. A. Corbett

10

10-0

William Kennedy J Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster T Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run from 6lb out of handicap at Bangor (17.4f) in January. Has typically failed to reproduce form akin to that in 3 subsequent starts and operating from 9lb out of weights.

TFRHHIII BHA74 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2021: ROYAL PLAZA 10 10 8 James Best 16-1 (Katie Stephens) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 7.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Red Happy (FR), 4-1 Fulgurix (FR), 5-1 Full of Surprises (FR), 13-2 Son of Camas (FR), Boagrius (IRE), 8-1 Across The Channel (FR), 22-1 Royal Act (GB)

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PLAY SMARTER

BOAGRIUS’s losing run tempers enthusiasm, yet he signalled a return to form when third at Leicester last month and, having run well from a much higher mark at Bangor early on this term, he gets the tentative nod to put it all together in an open-looing affair. Wincanton-scorer Red Happy and Full of Surprises head up the dangers, whilst market support for Across The Channel on chase debut would look significant.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOAGRIUS (IRE) 2.RED HAPPY (FR) 3.FULL OF SURPRISES (FR)

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Seventh Race 4.52 The Grand National Lunch Here On Saturday 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)

2m 7f 3y

Race Description

The penultimate race this afternoon is a two miles and seven furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-old and upwards which have been officially rated 0 to 100. As is all handicaps on this afternoon’s card the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 100 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 LIFEISAHIGHWAY (IRE) (57) 02-42P0 Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Miss Top (IRE) O The Rascal Flatts Partnership B Michael Kearns

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

8

st-lb

11-12

Luca Morgan (3) J Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water T Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart, Fitzdares Club S

TIMEFORMVIEWArrives out of sorts,seventh of 10 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f) 57 days ago.Switches to chasing and others more persuasive.

TFRHHIII BHA98

2 HELFORD RIVER (GB) (169) 203113 Br B g Presenting - Lovely Origny (FR) O Brocade Racing B Wood Hall Stud

8

11-11

Tom O’Brien J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Already looks a better chaser than hurdler, scoring at Newton Abbot and Fontwell in the autumn. Off since good third at latter track in October and had a wind op so he can’t be ruled out.

TFRHHHII BHA97

3 QUEEN OF THE COURT (IRE) (22) 041315 CD BF Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Waydale Hill O Mr J. Grant Cann B Mrs Juliet Brown

9

11-7

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

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in February who wasn’t disgraced when fifth of 9 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f) 22 days ago.

Enters calculations eased 1lb now.

TFRHHHHI BHA93

4 MINELLA VOUCHER (GB) (24) 2-22PP5 Br B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - All Rise (GER) O Taunton Town Peacocks B Elms Stud Co. Ltd & J. O’Connor

11

11-5

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Back from a break in poor form, remote fifth in handicap hurdle here (19f, 66/1) 24 days ago. Reverts to fences with cheekpieces back on and something to prove.

TFRHHIII BHA91

5 THEATRE MIX (GB) (336) 55244-3 Br Gr m Fair Mix (IRE) - Theatre Diva (IRE) O Miss J. du Plessis B Miss J. M. du Plessis

9

11-2

James Best J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

TIMEFORMVIEW Consistent sort who came in third of 14 in handicap chase atWorcester (20f) when last seen on the track 11 months ago.

Has gone well fresh though, so she needs considering.

TFRHHHII BHA88

6 BALLYCORR (IRE) (18) 04F064

7

7

10-9

Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Taras Child (IRE) James Davies J O Talking Pictures TV Limited Henry Oliver, Abberley T B Mrs Maura McSweeney Talking Pictures TV Limited, Renown Pictures Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Visored for 1st time and not discredited on just his second start in this sphere when fourth of 10 in handicap chase at Chepstow (19.4f) 18 days ago. Not ruled out off a 4lb lower mark now.

TFRHHHII BHA81

7 TIMELY GIFT (IRE) (14) 603331 D Br B g Presenting - Give It Time O Carl, JJ, Chris, Mike, John & Hugh B Peter McCrea

9

10-7

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time and improved on recent efforts to win 12-runner handicap chase at Chepstow (23.6f) 14 days ago, forging clear from last. Up 7lb but well in the mix with headgear retained.

TFRHHHHH BHA79

8 COBRA COMMANDER (IRE) (18) 233-0PP Br B g Beneficial - Run For Help (IRE) O Dean, Willetts and Vernon B L. Hayes

8

10-2

Niall Houlihan (3) J Tom Symonds, Hentland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 17 runs, and pulled up in handicap chase at Chepstow (19.4f) 18 days ago. Hard to make a case for.

TFRHHIII BHA74

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: LEGEND OF ZORRO (IRE) 8 11 3 Bryan Carver 15-8 (Chris Honour) 9 ran Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Stewards Note: COBRA COMMANDER: Following its run on 20/3/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Helford River (GB), 10-3 Timely Gift (IRE), 11-2 Queen of The Court (IRE), Theatre Mix (GB), 10-1 Lifeisahighway (IRE), 14-1 Ballycorr (IRE), 20-1 Cobra Commander (IRE), 100-1 Minella Voucher (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

TIMELY GIFT showed the benefit of cheekpieces when a stylish Chepstow scorer a fortnight ago and is taken to follow up here with the headgear again in place on Tim Vaughan’s low-mileage chaser. C&D winner Queen of The Court is next on the list ahead of the returning Theatre Mix, who is weighted to have a say if fully tuned up after her absence.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIMELY GIFT (IRE) 2.QUEEN OF THE COURT (IRE) 3.THEATRE MIX

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Eighth Race 5.25 The Evening MeetingThursday 21stApril Open Maiden National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB Race) for maiden four, five and six yrs old x Total race value £4999 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2086, 2nd £1043, 3rd £521, 4th £261.

(Penalty Value £2722.46)

2m 104y

Race Description

As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry. This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four, five and six and will be run over two miles and half a furlong.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

1 BRUCIE BONUS (GB) (58) 0

Br Gr or Ro g Indian Haven - Magical Wonderland O Mr Brian Robinson B R. H. and Mrs Kerswell

5

st-lb

11-4

Paul O’Brien J Sarah Robinson, Bridgwater T

TIMEFORMVIEW Big price and offered nothing in a C&D bumper a couple of months ago. Most unlikely to play a part.

TFRHIIII BHA-

2 CAMULUS (IRE) (165) 2

5

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Gaye Future O Gwent Holdings Limited B Liam Norris

11-4

Jack Tudor J Christian Williams, Bridgend T

TIMEFORMVIEW €22,000 3-y-o, £105,000 4-y-o,Walk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to Irish Grand National winner Freewheelin Dylan. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Oct 2021).Will be suited by further in time, but still worth noting having joined shrewd yard ahead of Rules debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 FINAL ENCORE (GB) (102) 0

5

Br B g Dunaden (FR) - Act Three O Mouse Hamilton-Fairley B Mrs Mouse Hamilton-Fairley

11-4

Tom O’Brien J Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to smart hurdler Third Wind but disappointed when only seventh of 18 at Wincanton first time out. Off 102 days since, so no surprise if he leaves that form behind.

TFRHHIII BHA-

4 HERMES LE GRIS (FR) (69) 20

5

Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Lola Lolita (FR) O David Turner & Ellie Lines B Jacques Lauriot

11-4

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to need further in time but showed up well when runner-up to a promising sort at Catterick on debut. Failed to back it up at Huntingdon 69 days ago, however.

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 HOLETOWN HERO (FR) (102) 05

Br Br g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Voix du Coeur (FR) O Mr Michael Geoghegan B Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis

5

11-4

Angus Cheleda (5) J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Well-related, expensive purchase who hasn’t really fired as yet, again failing to see things out when fifth at Wincanton 3 months ago. Questions to answer.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 MR SNOW WAY (IRE) (53) 4

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David Prichard (5) J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

Br B g Snow Sky - Suny House O G. P. and Miss S. J. Hayes B Paul Rothwell

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to very smart hurdler/winning chaser Summerville Boy and offered something to work on when fourth at Exeter 53 days ago. SHould come on for that, so there’s a bigger effort on the cards.

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7 MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) (35) 2

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Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Numero Huit (IRE) O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Major Fortu B Noel O’Brien

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10-10

Jonathan Burke J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Monu-Skincare Cheltnham Spa S

TIMEFORMVIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding who showed plenty when second over C&D first time out, doing his best work at the finish.

Open to improvement and worth a chance to go one better.

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8 NON ESSENTIAL (FR) (-)

4

Br B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Polysheba (FR) O Mr C. Boultbee-Brooks B R. Wallace Huggins & G.Tiney

10-10

David Noonan J Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope T Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWHunter’s Light gelding.Half-brother to 5 winners,including bumper winner/useful hurdler IAm Maximus,stays 2 1/2m.

Worth monitoring in the betting.

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9 SARSEN (USA) (69) 40

4

10-10

Bryan Carver J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Elite Racing Club S

Br Gr or Ro g Noble Mission - Kelley Marie (USA) O Elite Racing 002 B Grey Begley & W. S. Farish

TIMEFORMVIEW Noble Mission gelding who wasn’t seen to best effect when a staying-on fourth at Market Rasen first time out but was unable to build on it at Huntingdon a couple of months ago. Others make more appeal.

TFRHHIII BHA2021: KANDOO KID (FR) 5 11 2 Lorcan Williams 5-2 (Paul Nicholls) 8 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Camulus (IRE), 11-4 Major Fortune (IRE), 8-1 Mr Snow Way (IRE), 17-2 Non Essential (FR), 12-1 Holetown Hero (FR), 16-1 Sarsen (USA), 18-1 Hermes Le Gris (FR), 20-1 Final Encore (GB), 300-1 Brucie Bonus (GB)

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MAJOR FORTUNE recorded a promising debut when second over C&D 35 days ago and is well worth another chance to open his account despite the presence of Camulus, a potentially above-average point recruit. Mr Snow Way also makes some appeal after a positive start.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) 2.CAMULUS (IRE) 3.MR SNOW WAY (IRE)

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AINTREE Race 1 1.45 2m 3f 200y 1 Erne River (IRE) 11-4 2 Jacamar (GER) 11-4 3 Millers Bank (GB) 11-4 4 Pic D’orhy (FR) 11-4 5 The Widdow Maker (GB)11-4 6 War Lord (GER) 11-4 7 Gin On Lime (FR) 10-11

Race 4 3.30 2m 4f 1 Brewin’upastorm (IRE) 11-7 2 Glory And Fortune (IRE) 11-7 3 Guard Your Dreams (GB)11-7 4 McFabulous (IRE) 11-7 5 Monmiral (FR) 11-7 6 Zanahiyr (IRE) 11-7 7 Epatante (FR) 11-0

Race 2 2.20 2m 1 Brazil (IRE) 2 Impulsive One (USA) 3 Inca Prince (IRE) 4 In The Air (FR) 5 Knight Salute (GB) 6 Petit Tonnerre (FR) 7 Pied Piper (GB) 8 Too Friendly (GB) 9 Fautinette (FR)

209y 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 10-7

Race 3 2.55 3m 1 Bristol de Mai (FR) 2 Clan des Obeaux (FR) 3 Conflated (IRE) 4 Eldorado Allen (FR) 5 Itchy Feet (FR) 6 Kemboy (FR) 7 Nuts Well (GB) 8 Protektorat (FR) 9 Royale Pagaille (FR)

210y 11-7 11-7 11-7 11-7 11-7 11-7 11-7 11-7 11-7

Race 5 4.05 2m 5f 19y 1 Activial (FR) 12-0 2 Another Venture (IRE) 12-0 3 Cat Tiger (FR) 12-0 4 Clondaw Westie (IRE) 12-0 5 Complete Sizing (FR) 12-0 6 Cousin Pascal (FR) 12-0 7 Dashing Perk (GB) 12-0 8 Demain des L’Aube (FR)12-0 9 Down The Highway (IRE)12-0 10 Drumconnor Lad (IRE) 12-0 11 Ferocious (IRE) 12-0 12 Golden Tobouggan (GB) 12-0 13 Jett (IRE) 12-0 14 Latenightpass (GB) 12-0 15 Le Breuil (FR) 12-0 16 Marracudja (FR) 12-0 17 Michael’s Pick (IRE) 12-0 18 Mighty Stowaway (IRE) 12-0 19 Myth Buster (IRE) 12-0 20 Pont Aven (IRE) 12-0 21 Porlock Bay (FR) 12-0 22 Reikers Island (IRE) 12-0 23 Stand Up And Fight (IRE)12-0 24 The Dellercheckout (IRE)12-0

Race 6 4.40 1m 7f 176y 1 Sky Pirate (GB) 11-12 2 Dolos (FR) 11-7 3 Before Midnight (GB) 11-7 4 Global Citizen (IRE) 11-2 5 Bold Enough (IRE) 11-2 6 Elixir de Nutz (FR) 11-1 7 Zarkareva (FR) 11-1 8 Frero Banbou (FR) 11-1 9 Thyme White (FR) 11-1 10 Dancing On My Own (IRE) 11-0 11 King d’Argent (FR) 10-12 12 Gaelik Coast (FR) 10-10 13 Shakem Up’arry (IRE) 10-9 14 Bun Doran (IRE) 10-7 15 Gunsight Ridge (GB) 10-7 16 The Last Day (IRE) 10-6 17 Fugitif (FR) 10-6 18 Espion du Chenet (FR) 10-4 Race 7 5.15 2m 1 All The Glory (GB) 2 Ashroe Diamond (IRE) 3 Fancy Stuff (IRE) 4 Girlofmydreams (GB) 5 Kalelula (GB) 6 Kateira (GB) 7 Lady Excalibur (IRE) 8 Law Ella (IRE) 9 Leading Theatre (IRE) 10 Lutinebella (GB) 11 Magical Maggie (GB) 12 Malina Jamila (GB) 13 Naughtinesse (IRE) 14 Nell’s Bells (IRE) 15 River of Joy (GB) 16 Roc of Dundee (IRE) 17 Walk In The Storm (IRE) 18 Iliade Allen (FR) 19 Ilovethenightlife (GB) 20 Rosy Redrum (IRE)

209y 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 11-0 10-6 10-6 10-6

Race 6 3.50 2m 5f 1 Barnard Castle (IRE) 2 Dreams of Diamonds (IRE) 3 Minella Zoom (IRE) 4 Mourzouk (IRE) 5 Mumbo Jumbo (IRE) 6 Realm of Glory (IRE) 7 Sister Michael (IRE) 8 Tout Paris (FR)

192y 11-6 11-6 11-6 11-6 11-6 11-6 11-6 11-6

FFOS LAS Race 1 1.00 1m 7f 182y 1 Boombawn (IRE) 11-8 2 Silent Revolution (IRE) 11-8 3 Bells of Rutland (IRE) 11-1 4 Captain Broomfield (IRE)11-1 5 Henry Box Brown (IRE) 11-1 6 Light Em Up Nigel (IRE) 11-1 7 Hasty Parisian (IRE) 11-0 Race 2 1.35 2m 5f 192y 1 My Silver Lining (IRE) 11-12 2 Flowing Cadenza (GB) 11-11 3 Doyen La Lutte (IRE) 11-8 4 Subway Surf (IRE) 11-8 5 Howdilyoudo (IRE) 11-7 6 Jersey Lady (FR) 11-7 7 Quilaura (FR) 11-4 8 Kilganer Queen (IRE) 10-11 9 Chantilly Haze (GB) 10-1 10 Saddlers Quest (GB) 10-0 Race 3 2.10 2m 7f 177y 1 Downtown Getaway (IRE) 11-12 2 Longshanks (IRE) 11-10 3 Dhowin (IRE) 11-9 4 Reign Suepreme (IRE) 11-7 5 Pemberley (IRE) 11-7 6 Rookie Trainer (IRE) 11-7 7 Oriental Cross (IRE) 11-2 8 Poldark Cross (IRE) 11-2 9 Pennyforapound (IRE) 11-1 10 Marettimo (IRE) 10-11

Race 4 2.45 1 Franco d’Aunou (FR) 2 Kingofthewest (IRE) 3 Dehradun (GB) 4 Crossing The Bar (IRE) 5 College Oak (GB) 6 Gallow Ford (IRE) 7 Quickbuck (IRE) 8 Treasure Dillon (IRE) 9 Beau Haze (GB)

2m 4f 12-1 11-12 11-11 11-11 11-6 11-5 11-0 10-12 10-2

Race 5 3.20 3m 3f 208y 1 Notachance (IRE) 11-12 2 Checkitout (IRE) 11-9 3 Soyouthinksoagain (IRE) 11-7 4 Legends Gold (IRE) 11-3 5 Docpickedme (IRE) 11-2 6 Supreme Escape (IRE) 11-0 7 Amateur (IRE) 11-0 8 Silver In Disguise (GB) 10-11 9 Volcano (FR) 10-10 10 Eclair Mag (FR) 10-10 11 Gats And Co (GB) 10-9 12 Jean Genie (FR) 10-0

Race 7 4.25 2m 3f 83y 1 Caswell Bay (GB) 12-0 2 Do It For Thy Sen (IRE) 11-12 3 Abaya du Mathan (FR)11-10 4 Shake Him Up (IRE) 11-9 5 Green Planet (IRE) 11-8 6 Fanamix (FR) 11-7 7 Out For Justice (IRE) 11-1 8 Sam Haze (GB) 10-0

Race Conditions

First Race 1.27 - THE RUSTY’S THANK YOU FAMILY AND FRIENDS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) 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, April 1st and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Penalties, after March 26th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 15 entries at £29. - Closed April 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2629; Second £1315; Third £657; Fourth £329; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3430.98) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.02 - THE RUSTY’S THANK YOU FAMILY AND FRIENDS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 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, April 1st and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Penalties, after March 26th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 14 entries at £29. - Closed April 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2629; Second £1315; Third £657; Fourth £329; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £3430.98) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.35 - THE DORSET & SOMERSET AIR AMBULANCE NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 1st and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Penalties, after March 26th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 19 entries at £29. - Closed April 1st, 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.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.10 - THE JAMES AND SHONA GOURLAY WEDDING CELEBRATION NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, April 1st and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. 17 entries at £45. - Closed April 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.45 - THE DAVE CRIDDLE TRAVEL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6698 to the winning horse The second to receive £3086, the third £1542, the fourth £772 and the fifth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £59 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Penalties, after March 26th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 15 entries at £59. - Closed April 1st, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5133; Second £2567; Third £1283; Fourth £642; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £6698.58) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 29 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.20 - THE THANKS TO THE SOUTH WEST RACING CLUB 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 and the seventh £350. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £48 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £39 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Penalties, after March 26th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 16 entries, 1 at £9 and 15 at £48. - Closed April 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4006; Second £2004; Third £1001; Fourth £501; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280. (Penalty Value £5228.16) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.52 - THE GRAND NATIONAL LUNCH HERE ON SATURDAY 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, April 1st and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

April 5th. Penalties, after March 26th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 20 entries at £33. - Closed April 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2754; Second £1377; Third £688; Fourth £345; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3594.36) SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 5.25 - THE EVENING MEETING THURSDAY 21ST APRIL OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, April 1st and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race.

ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 20 entries at £24. - Closed April 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46) SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.

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