Taunton Racecard – Monday 13th March

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THE WILLIAM HILL RACEMEETING

MONDAY 13TH MARCH, 2023

Today’s Schedule Page Time Race

10 1.40pm The William Hill Cheltenham Epic Odds Junior ‘National Hunt’ Hurdle

14

William Hill Champion Hurdle Top Price Guarantee Handicap Hurdle

William Hill Champion Chase Top Price Guarantee Maiden Hurdle 20

16

Today’s Officials

Stewards

F. Sweeney (Chief Steward)

J. Pearn (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

K. O’Boyle

R. Westropp

P. Greco

Starters

W. Jordan

W. Hutchinson

Judge

G. Lewis

Clerk of the Scales

R. Cuthbert

Veterinary Officer

D. Freeman

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

K. McSorley

S. Shilston

V. McKevitt

Clerk of the Course

J. Loosemore

Commentator

R. Hoiles

Betting Ring Manager

W. Sherwood

Medical Officers

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

Veterinary Surgeons

A. F. Lees, B.Vet.Med., 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.

M. Peaty, B.V.Sc, Cert.E.P., Cert.E.S. (Orth), M.R.C.V.S.

Vice Presidents

J.S.B. White

P. K. Barber

Taunton Racecourse Company Ltd

Directors: D.H. Griffin (Chairman), C. J. Dunn, N. Engert, R. J. Young (Managing), R.P Blackburn

Taunton Racecourse, Orchard Portman, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 7BL

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Where to Eat, Drink & Shop at Taunton Racecourse

Orchard Stand

Orchard Restaurant - 3rd Floor

A la Carte Lunch Menu, Formal Restaurant, Fully Licensed Bar for Diners.

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Fully Licensed Bar, Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls.

Saddle Room - Ground Floor

A selection of home-cooked dishes and bacon rolls.

Shop - Ground Floor

A wide variety of stock including a big selection of racing, hunting, shooting, etc. paintings, photos and prints. Also books, gifts, greeting cards, jewellery and memorabilia, many signed by leading racing personalities including “AP” McCoy, Lester Piggott, Richard Hughes, Paul Nicholls and Nicky Henderson.

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Trackside

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Food & Drink

Food and drink must NOT be brought into the Racecourse. Glasses and bottles must not be taken outside Bars or designated enclosures.

How to Read the Racecard

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

Selected to win the race

Good chance of being placed.

By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

Can be given little or no chance.

Official BHA Ratings Explained

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

The details of Owner, Trainer, Breeder, Sponsor & Colours are highlighted on the card. If you are unsure about reading the card, remember to ask at a tote window for advice.

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet. If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

First Race 1.40

The William Hill Cheltenham Epic Odds

Junior ‘National Hunt’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)

for novice four yrs old x Total prize fund £8800 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3554, 2nd £1777, 3rd £889, 4th £444, 5th £222. (Penalty Value £4647.28)

Race Description

2m 104y

Junior races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. 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 three hurdle races.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse

1 DESPEREAUX (FR) (59) r13 D

st-lb

11-7

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Rouvraie (FR) David Noonan J

O Chasing Gold Racing Club Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T

B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark in 2m Huntingdon maiden hurdle in November and good effort in useful juvenile contest there 8 weeks ago,still going well when edged ahead briefly entering straight,sticking at it when all wrong at the last More to come and looks the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA115

2 SOLOMOON (GB) (41) 516

11-7

Br Br g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Solojorie (FR) Bridget Andrews J

O Yorton Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Yorton Farm Stud Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark in similar event at Doncaster in November but not so good under a penalty at Ffos Las next time and needs to find more

3 AMALFI SKYLINE (GB) (22) 5U

TFRHHHII BHA112

11-0

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Maria Antonia (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Amalfi Bloodstock Pat Murphy, Hungerford T

B Clear Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWCould do with settling down but clearly has ability and would probably have bettered his debut effort had he completed at Newbury last month, unseating 3 out having again pulled hard.

4 GEORGI GIRL (IRE) (41) 13 D BF

TFRHHHII BHA-

11-0

Br Ch f Getaway (GER) - Gales Hill (IRE) Ben Jones J

O Michael Rembaum & Michael Tuckey Philip Hobbs, Minehead T

B The Red Marble Syndicate Equine Bio Genie Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Readily won well-run Ludlow fillies’ event on debut in December but didn’t get as generous a gallop when only third under a penalty at Ffos Las Remains with potential.

TFRHHHII BHA111

5 HIM MALAYA (FR) (76) 3P BF 11-0

Br B g Martaline - Clarte d’Or (FR)

Harry Cobden J

O Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Elise Chayrigues & Henrietta Charlet Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Travelled well for a long way despite failing the land the odds on debut at Newton Abbot but shaped as if amiss in warm Kempton contest at Christmas. Subsequent wind op might have helped and he’s got a fair bit about him, so worth keeping positive about.

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 MILTON BOY (FR) (66) 0 11-0

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Valgenceuse (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O Hawke, Rand & Simms Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T

B E. Drouet, D. Salmon & A.Gaucher-Herbert Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW 33/1, green and well held in similar event at Ludlow on debut in January.

TFRHIIII BHA-

7 NICKELFORCE (IRE) (108) 4 11-0

Br B g Workforce - Nickel (IRE)

O Lovell Massey Meads Smith Walsh

B Mr Neville Reid

Jack Quinlan J

Ben Case, Banbury T

David Andrews Construction Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fitted with a hood and well backed for November Doncaster debut but failed to meet expectations, plugging on and finishing with some running left. Should do better

TFRHHHII BHA-

8 SCRATCH CARD (IRE) (15) 0r 11-0

Br Ch g Galileo Gold - Fondled

O Mrs I. A. Balding

B Ringfort Stud

James Best J

Rebecca Curtis, Newport T

William Hill S

TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t get home in Wincanton bumper first time up and far too free for the short amount of time he was in the race on hurdles debut at Hereford a fortnight ago, clear when running out at the second. Hood goes on.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9 DAMASK (FR) (56) 5U

10-7

Br B f Walzertakt (GER) - Lyric Melody (FR) Charlie Hammond J

O DahlBury Racing and Chapel Stud Ltd

Tom Symonds, Hentland T

B E. A. R. L. Elevage Des Loges Simply Stunning Interiors S

TIMEFORMVIEW No show in 2 of these races for fillies so far Tongue tie goes on.

10 GRUMPY ROSIE (GB) (71) 2

Br B f Pour Moi (IRE) - Thedeboftheyear

TFRHIIII BHA-

10-7

Finn Lambert (5) J

O Mr G. Thompson Chris Honour, Ashburton T

B G. D. Thompson Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t achieve a great deal despite finishing second in a bumper at Exeter in January but bred for the job over jumps and she’s one to keep an eye on.

11 JINA (FR) (22) P3

TFRHHHII BHA-

10-7

Br B f Wings of Eagles (FR) - Valoise (FR) Paul O’Brien J

O FB Racing Club Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Jean Besnouin & Marie-Therese Besnouin Thoroughbid S

TIMEFORMVIEW Sent off a short price but was eased off on debut in December Supported again and showed a bit more at Newbury 22 days ago, already looking in need of a longer trip than this.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

TFRHHHII BHA-

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note:

SOLOMOON: Following its run on 31/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

HIM MALAYA: Following its run on 27/12/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Despereaux (FR), 6-1 Georgi Girl (IRE), 13-2 Him Malaya (FR), 15-2 Jina (FR), 14-1 Solomoon (GB), 33-1 Nickelforce (IRE), Grumpy Rosie (GB), 50-1 Amalfi Skyline (GB), Scratch Card (IRE), 100-1 Milton Boy (FR), Damask (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

DESPEREAUX might have gone close with a better leap at the last in a much stronger race than this at Huntingdon 8 weeks ago and looks the one to beat with more improvement on the cards. Him Malaya is probably worth sticking with for Paul Nicholls, while Georgi Girl also remains with potential.

The Result

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Second Race 2.15

The William Hill Champion Hurdle Top Price Guarantee

Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This is a two miles and seven 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.

no horse

1 COLDEN’S DREAM (IRE) (39) 244FP-0

Br B g Ocovango - Now Were Broke (IRE)

O Mr I F Gosden and Mr DJ Coles Harry Fry, Corscombe

Mr D. Breen Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORMVIEW Disappointing following early promise for Dan Skelton in 2021. No impression on return for new yard after 14 months off at Wincanton but headgear now added and this much longer trip should suit Wouldn’t dismiss.

2 KARAKORAM (GB) (8) 413544 C

Br B g Excelebration (IRE) - Portrait

Harris Racing

Mr S. P. Hussain

TIMEFORMVIEW Consistent performer who scored at Exeter (18.5f) in December In the frame again at Ffos Las last time but wouldn’t be sure to stay this sort of trip.

3 HERMES LE GRIS (FR) (19) 255060

Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Lola Lolita (FR)

O David Turner & Ellie Lines

B Jacques Lauriot 1Account Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW This sort of trip should suit but has some tame efforts in handicaps to leave behind if he’s to get off the mark. TFRHHHII BHA89

4 DANCINGONTHEEDGE (FR) (20) 50403F BF 6

Br B m Kapgarde (FR) - Solarize (FR) Harry Cobden J

O Old Gold Racing 4 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL Morson Group S

All-the-way winner of a 2mWorcester bumper on debut last spring and back on track when third at Market Rasen early last month, again taking strong hold. Fell seventh when well backed in mares’ contest over C&D subsequently. Needs to settle down. TFRHHHII BHA89

TIMEFORMVIEW

5 JUST GO FOR IT (GB) (12) 23-3361 10 11-5

Br B m Passing Glance - Just Jasmine Sean Houlihan J

O Mr Steve Atkinson Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T

B K. Bishop Home Farm Holiday Park S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon her first race in 2 years courtesy of the stewards with a tongue strap refitted back over hurdles atWincanton (21.4f) a fortnight ago, having the run of things under a more prominent ride and battling back (bumped before last, edged out line). Up just 3lb. TFRHHHII BHA88

6 SINDABELLA (FR) (34) 2P-62r5

7 11-3

Br B m Sinndar (IRE) - Figarella Gaugain (FR) David Noonan J

O Surefire Racing 1 Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T

B Isabelle Liger & Sven Pauwels Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHas another race like this in her judged on the pick of her efforts this term,second at Exeter and then her Leicester performance when running out (rider took wrong course on home turn) when in the process of running well.Last month’s chase debut written off and one to note. TFRHHHII BHA86

7 WEARAPINKRIBBON (IRE) (23) P6P05P

7 11-1

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Pink Hat (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O Warmwellcome Partnership Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T

B Mrs J. M. Mullins

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful ex-Irish winning hurdler but hasn’t done much for present connections. Unproven over this far Check the betting. TFRHHHII BHA84

8 LIGHTHOUSE MILL (IRE) (82) 00P46P

6 11-0

Br Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Horner Mill (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Legacy Racing

David Dennis, Banbury T

B Miriam & John Murphy DD Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWProduced much his best effort since switched to handicaps when staying on for fourth at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m) back from a break in November Modest since and bit to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA83

9 WAVECREST (IRE) (26) 452034

8 10-11

Br Gr g Carlotamix (FR) - Go Girl (IRE) Adam Wedge J

O Mark Phillips & Dave Mitchell Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Eddie O’Donoghue & Denis Tarrant Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winning chaser who might have needed the run on first outing since leaving Nigel Hawke after 7 months off but did stop quickly. Headgear back on returned to hurdles. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA80

10 SECRET SECRET (IRE) (38) 56F66U

7 10-9

Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Maughami Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Neil Mulholland Racing Club Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Miss Annmarie Burke

TIMEFORMVIEWRompedhomeinFlathandicapforEmmetMullinsatNavaninOctoberandwasn’tseentobesteffectbackoverhurdleswhensixthof19atWetherby(3m) over Christmas,that form decent.Would have finished in the frame but for departing at Catterick 5 weeks ago and one to consider back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA78

11 PORTENTOSO (GER) (21) P0000-5

8 10-8

Br B g Santiago (GER) - Piccola (GER) Elizabeth Gale (7) J

O Never forgotten Chris Honour, Ashburton T

B Stall Seeheim Blue Cable S

TIMEFORMVIEWEx-French hurdles/chase winner who showed nothing in 2021/22 for Sam Holdsworth and produced a laboured display despite being fairly strong in the market for new yard back from 11 months off at Carlisle 3 weeks ago. Stamina to prove TFRHHHII BHA77

12 GALACTIC POWER (IRE) (8) PP-02P0

13 10-5

Br Ch g Gamut (IRE) - Celtic Peace (IRE) Charlie Price (3) J

O Robin Dickin Racing Club Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

B J. P. N. Parker Clay Street Property Consultants S

TIMEFORMVIEW On a long losing run but his last 2 good efforts have come here.

13 FLUTISTE (FR) (62) 2630-06

Br B g Secret Singer (FR) - Nanny (FR) David Prichard (5)

O Miss Ruby Pickard Claire Harris, Umberleigh

B Mr H. & Mrs F. Despont & Mr J. Cypres

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden well beaten both starts at Exeter this season. Has had a wind op.

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden well held again in 2 starts this season 5 months apart. Off another 127 days. Up in trip.

15 SANS OF GOLD (IRE) (20) P405P0

Br Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Shannon Pearl (IRE)

Owners Club

B The Beeches Stud Ltd

Frost, Buckfastleigh

TIMEFORMVIEW Unplaced completed start in points and hasn’t offered much over hurdles to date. Steps up in trip.

16 JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (8) 050250

Br B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE) Conor Ring (3) J

O Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton Grace Harris, Shirenewton T

B Gretton & J. Hynes Grace Harris Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to get his head in front and efforts this season have left plenty to be desired, well held the last twice having been short in the betting.

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

TFRHHHII BHA72

2022: MY LAST OSCAR (IRE) 7 11 10 David Prichard 12-1 (Nicky Martin) 15 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 9, 12.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 13. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 7, 13, 16. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 13.

Stewards Note:

WEARAPINKRIBBON: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse erred badly late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Secret Secret (IRE), 13-2 Dancingontheedge (FR), 7-1 Colden’s Dream (IRE), Just Go For It (GB), 15-2 Sindabella (FR), 16-1 Karakoram (GB), Justshortofabubble (GB), 20-1 Hermes Le Gris (FR), Portentoso (GER), 25-1 Flutiste (FR), 33-1 Lighthouse Mill (IRE), Wavecrest (IRE), Saddlers Quest (GB), 40-1 Galactic Power (IRE), 66-1 Wearapinkribbon (IRE), Sans of Gold (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

It’s worth giving COLDEN’S DREAM another chance on the back of his Wincanton return starting out for Harry Fry. This stiffer test is sure to suit him and a bigger performance could be on the way in first-time headgear Secret Secret is very interesting back up in trip, while Sindabella and the free-going Dancingontheedge also make the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COLDEN’S DREAM (IRE) 2.SECRET SECRET (IRE) 3.SINDABELLA (FR)

The Result

Third Race 2.50

The William Hill Champion Chase Top Price Guarantee

Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8800 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3672, 2nd £1837, 3rd £918, 4th £459. (Penalty Value £4792.48) 10 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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 race will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today

ATLANTIC FLEET (IRE) (63) 04

B g Beat Hollow - Rosa Fleet (IRE)

Mr & Mrs William Rucker

TIMEFORMVIEW €50,000 purchase who was better than the result in a Chepstow bumper on debut then finished 17 lengths fourth in a

maiden hurdle 4 weeks later May do better.

BACK YOURSELF (IRE) (29) 00/03-3

Br Gr g Maxios - Katch Me Katie

Irish National Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWFair form in bumpers for Johnny Murtagh in Ireland in 2021.Off 18 months,achieved little when a remote third in 18.5f Exeter novice hurdle for new connections 29 days ago.Will need to leave that well behind.

3 BALLYRASHANE (IRE) (127) 04231

Br B g Milan - Musical Madam (IRE)

O Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend

B Lucy Norton & Norris Mount Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Match race when off the mark at fifth time of asking in Irish points in November Suspicion is he’ll require longer trips than this over hurdles but the betting is perhaps the best guide to what is expected.

4 DYLAN’S DOUBLE (IRE) (71) 0-4

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Summer Again (IRE)

O Brocade Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mrs R. Molony Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWOnly midfield in a bumper last season but offered something to work on what fourth on Exeter hurdle debut 14 months later Open to improvement.

5 GALACTIC GLOW (IRE) (17) 0F4

6 11-6

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Shine Like A Star James Best J

O The Clueless Syndicate Joe Tickle, Tiverton T

B D. Boocock

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest on Flat nowadays and no real encouragement over hurdles this winter (remote fourth of 5 latest).

6 GET WITH THE TIMES (GB) (16) 66

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-6

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Pass The Time Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Mike Burbidge

TIMEFORMVIEW Well-held sixth in a bumper/maiden hurdle in recent months. Likely outsider

7 HIGH GAME ROYAL (FR) (82) 2-523

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-6

Br B g Martaline - Jouable (FR) Micheal Nolan J

O Mrs L. R. Lovell Philip Hobbs, Minehead T

B Xavier Leredde & Daniel Desforges Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up only outing in bumpers in France and promise in 3 hurdles for current yard, finishing third over C&D when last seen in December Much respected back from a short break.

8 LAFAN (IRE) (16)

TFRHHHHI BHA110

5 11-6

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Light Glass (IRE) Fergus Gregory J

O Mr F. J. Brennan Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T

B Drumlin Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair handicapper on Flat, running well for third on last month’s 1 1/4m Lingfield stable debut Starts out over hurdles in an ordinary race Could figure.

TFRHHHII BHA-

9 LOOK OUT TO SEA (GB) (38) P-0

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Sainte Gig (FR) Charlie Hammond J

O Mr Peter Hepworth Laura Hurley, Tiverton T

B Miss E. J. Wright

TIMEFORMVIEW Pulled up in point last spring and well held in a Chepstow bumper in February (for Joe Tickle)

10 MARDOOF (IRE) (28) 0332

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Yanabeeaa (USA) Sean Houlihan

O BARFORD PREMIER Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Teresa Davis Sporting Artist S

TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on the Flat who has run to a similar level when placed in maiden hurdles around 2m on his last 3 outings. Leading claims.

11 WELLWILLYA (GB) (29) 0-06

Br Gr or B g Universal (IRE) - Mons Meg Paul O’Brien

O Mr L. J. Burden Helen Nelmes, Dorchester

B Mrs M. L. Luck

TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in 2 bumpers and a novice hurdle.

12 DOLLY BIRD (GB) (44) 00

Br B m Shantou (USA) - Sparron Hawk (FR) David Noonan

O The Dolly Bird Syndicate Chris Honour, Ashburton T

B Mr D. A. Rees-Jones Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORMVIEW Related to winners but no promise in a bumper and maiden hurdle this winter

13 LUCKY DRAW (GB) (16) 4

Br B m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Lucky Breeze (IRE) Conor Ring (3) J

O Mr Daniel John Bourne Daniel Bourne, Varteg T

B Mr E. de Giles & Mr C. Shand Kydd

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest on the Flat and achieved little with a distant fourth on his recent Chepstow hurdle debut.

TFRHIIII BHA-

14 MY LADY PHOENIX (GB) (39) 50 5 10-13

Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Solid Land (FR) David Prichard (5) J

O Mike & Maggie Horton Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T

B Shade Oak Stud Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest form in 2 bumpers ahead of this switch to hurdles.

TFRHIIII BHA-

2022: MISTER MARBLES (IRE) 6 11 6 Tom O’Brien EVENS (Philip Hobbs) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Stewards Note:

DOLLY BIRD: Following its run on 28/1/2023 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem.

LUCKY DRAW: Following its run on 25/2/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right in the home straight.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Mardoof (IRE), 11-4 High Game Royal (FR), 8-1 Dylan’s Double (IRE), 14-1 Ballyrashane (IRE), 16-1 Atlantic Fleet (IRE), Lafan (IRE), 25-1 Back Yourself (IRE), 50-1 Galactic Glow (IRE), Get With The Times (GB), 100-1 Look Out To Sea (GB), 150-1 My Lady Phoenix (GB), 200-1 Wellwillya (GB), 300-1 Dolly Bird (GB), Lucky Draw (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

MARDOOF has been knocking on the door in similar company and can come good now. High Game Royal is another with some recent placed efforts to his name and is feared most ahead of Dylan’s Double, who can build on his Exeter hurdle debut fourth.

The Result

1st2nd Distance

4th Time

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mares.

Fourth Race 3.25

The William Hill Stayers Hurdle Top Price Guarantee

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)

Race Description

This is a three miles and four furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. 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.

1 BANGERS AND CASH (IRE) (30) 6U-5110 C D

Br B g Fame And Glory - Cash Customer (IRE)

O OAP II

B Joyce Lee

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner who also scored at Exeter and Market Rasen before Chrismas. 4/1, only tenth of 12 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (24f, good to soft) 30 days ago but he’s worth another chance.

2 FRENCHY DU LARGE (FR) (34) 12F-F43

Br Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Quadence de Sivola (FR) Robert Dunne

O Mr Andrew Wiles Venetia Williams, Hereford

B P. Noue, B. Quennesson & J. Feddes

TIMEFORMVIEWDual 2 1/2m winner last year and back to form when third of 5 over 23f here last time,despite again making mistakes Not ruled out if jumping better

3 SIDI ISMAEL (FR) (42) 0-1365P D

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tetouane (FR) Fergus Gillard (3) J

O The Show is Over Syndicate David Pipe, Wellington T

B Ms Berengere Yver W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEW Three-time scorer over hurdles/fences last season and back to winning ways in 23fWorcester handicap hurdle in October Pulled up at Plumpton last time though so others more appealing. Blinkers back on.

4 COURT MASTER (IRE) (260) 23140-P

HHHII BHA130

10 11-10

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lusos Wonder (IRE) Stan Sheppard J

O Mrs Lynne Maclennan Michael Scudamore, Bromsash T

B Mr Cyril Carty Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Blinkered for 1st time, lame when pulled up in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (26.1f, good) in June. Since had a wind op and more required here in refitted tongue strap/cheekpieces.

5 GOLDEN SOVEREIGN (IRE) (39) 1/P31/-32 9

Br B g Gold Well - Fugal Maid (IRE)

O Mr Liam Quinn

B R. McCarthy

TIMEFORMVIEWOpened his account over fences atWincanton in early 2021.Only twice raced since but has shaped well when placed there each time, second of 14 in 25f handicap last month.Weighted to go close. TFRHHHHH BHA127

6 DIABLO DE ROUHET (FR) (83) 2//-635P5

10

11-9

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Querelle d’Estruval (FR) Jack Tudor J

O Business Moves Group and David White Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B Mr F. De La Beraudiere & Mr B. Le Gentil

TIMEFORMVIEW Developed into useful chaser in 2019 but well below par of late for Nicky Henderson. Has his first run for a new yard now and needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA127

7 WAYFINDER (IRE) (30) 11-1PP4

9 11-9

Br Br g Shantou (USA) - Sibury (IRE) Ben Jones J

O The Wayfinders Rebecca Curtis, Newport T

B Mrs Rita Kent William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a 3m Chepstow hat-trick on his reappearance in October and returned to form when fourth of 12 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (24f) 30 days ago. Needs to back it up now.

8 PRIME VENTURE (IRE) (65) 36P-440

Br Br g Primary (USA) - Next Venture (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA127

12 11-9

Miss Eleanor Williams (7) J

O Mrs Janet Davies Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Mrs Mary Doyle Prysg Cyf S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon the SandownVeterans’ Series Final last season but yet to fully fire this term,never looking like retaining his crown there in January. Much more is required. Engaged Warwick 4.10 Sunday. TFRHHHII BHA127

9 ALMINAR (IRE) (38) 63-10PP

Br B g Arakan (USA) - Classic Magic (IRE) Adam Wedge J

O Mr Mark J. Phillips Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Daniel Fogarty

Defied a long absence when making a winning yard debut at Ffos Las (23.8f) in November Consistency never been his strong suit, though, and he’s been well below par all 3 outings since.

TIMEFORMVIEW

10 PREMIER D’TROICE (FR) (17) 104353 C 9 10-6

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Mick Bora (FR) Mr Gearoid Harney (7) J

O Nick Elliott & Heather Shane Katy Price, Llanigon

B C. Marie, C. Pierre Marie & C. Chalots

TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalised on a much-reduced mark when landing a Uttoxeter handicap in June.However,his subsequent starts have been laboured, never posing a threat when third at Exeter last time.

11 PREMIUMACCESS (IRE) (20) 422U63

8 10-5

Br B g Milan - De Loose Mongoose (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O Mr J. Reed Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

B John McDowell Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW

Thirteen runs since last win in 2020 but he posted a respectable third of 8 in handicap chase here (23f, good) 20 days ago.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

TFRHHHII BHA109

2022: REVELS HILL (IRE) 7 11 0 Kevin Brogan 7-4 (Harry Fry) 5 ran

Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 11.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7, 8, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note:

BANGERS AND CASH: Following its run on 11/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

SIDI ISMAEL: Following its run on 30/1/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

COURT MASTER: Following its run on 26/6/2022 it was reported that the horse was struck into and was lame.

WAYFINDER: Following its run on 11/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Golden Sovereign (IRE), 9-2 Frenchy du Large (FR), 15-2 Bangers And Cash (IRE), 17-2 Premier d’Troice (FR), 10-1 Premiumaccess (IRE), 12-1 Prime Venture (IRE), 14-1 Wayfinder (IRE), 16-1 Sidi Ismael (FR), 20-1 Court Master (IRE), 22-1 Diablo de Rouhet (FR), 40-1 Alminar (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Lots of these come with question marks against them so this looks a good opportunity for GOLDEN SOVEREIGN to resume winning ways after his promising Wincanton second last time out. Course-winner Bangers And Cash could emerge as the chief threat, with Frenchy du Large another who can have a say if keeping his mistakes to a minimum.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOLDEN SOVEREIGN (IRE) 2.BANGERS AND CASH (IRE) 3.FRENCHY DU LARGE (FR)

The Result

RACING AT TAUNTON 2023

Monday 20th March

Thursday 30th March

Thursday 13th April

Thursday 27th April* **

Thursday 16th November*

Thursday 30th November*

Thursday 14th December

Saturday 30th December

Timings subject to change

Fifth Race 4.00

The William Hill Gold Cup Top Price Guarantee

Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)

Race Description

This is a two miles handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 115. 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.

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3837, 2nd £1918, 3rd £960, 4th £480, 5th £239. (Penalty Value £5016.95) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. colours no horse

1 MACK THE MAN (IRE) (62) 505-545 D

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Nifty Nuala (IRE) Adam Wedge J

O Mr & Mrs William Rucker Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Mr Mark Grace, Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time winner over hurdles who hasn’t fired this season but has dropped to a very tempting mark and now has headgear fitted.

2 KILLALOAN (IRE) (20) 341 CD

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Farranjordan Harry Cobden J

O Owners Group 093 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Newtown Anner Stud Owners Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden in Ireland and improved when landing the odds on third run over hurdles for current yard in C&D maiden 3 weeks ago, easily coming clear under this rider Leading claims on handicap debut.

3 LIGHT EM UP NIGEL (IRE) (77) 22-2220

TFRHHHHH BHA112

7 11-11

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Hushed Up (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead T

B Mrs Dolores Traynor Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up 5 times on the spin over hurdles and did too much too soon after 10 months off at Market Rasen on Boxing Day. One to note back in trip.

4 COOLNAUGH HAZE (IRE) (77) 1-24566 D

TFRHHHII BHA111

5 11-10

Br B g Lawman (FR) - Midas Haze Miss Ella Herbison (7) J

O Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Cool Philip Hobbs, Minehead T

B B. & J. McDonald Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 2m Huntingdon handicap in April and runner-up at Ludlow the following month. Poor since though, a scruffy round of hurdling not helping as he was well held at Wincanton on Boxing Day TFRHHHII BHA110

5 FORRARD AWAY (IRE) (40) 400-000 D

8 11-9

Br B or Br g Califet (FR) - Hunting Spirit (IRE) Beau Morgan (7) J

O Mr Ryan G. Chapman Ryan Chapman, St Mawgan T

B P. E. I. Newell

TIMEFORMVIEW Three-time winner in Ireland but went with little encouragement for new yard at Exeter 6 weeks ago.

6 ON THE WILD SIDE (IRE) (38) 110/UP-0 D

TFRHHIII BHA109

10 11-8

Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Clear Riposte (IRE) Charlie Hammond J

O M Albon & M P Tudor Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T

B Mrs Mary Ahearne Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual 2m winner over hurdles at Hexham in autumn of 2020. Lightly raced since, offering little back over hurdles after 15 months off/wind op at Chepstow

7 FILANDERER (GB) (49) 10-660 D

TFRHHIII BHA108

7 11-7

Br B g Kayf Tara - Flirtatious Paul O’Brien J

O Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Warwick bumper winner who shaped with promise when sixth on hurdles debut at Ascot (19.2f) in November Modest twice since but could do better now handicapping down in trip in first-time hood.

8 BOOK OF SECRETS (IRE) (33) 23-4

Br B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Alice Treasure (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA107

5 11-7

Bridget Andrews J

O Craig & Laura Buckingham Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Renata Coleman & Irish National Stud Manor Farm Bloodstock S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair on the Flat and matched that form when placed in a pair of juvenile hurdles in late 2021. Shaped better than the distance beaten after 15 months off at Southwell 33 days ago and one to note now handicapping.

TFRHHHII BHA107

Br Ch g Valirann (FR) - Shocona (IRE)

B Ben McCabe Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brother to useful hurdler Shantreusse who has shaped well in a couple of Exeter events this term,but looks more of a stayer Handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA107

10 TYING THE KNOT (USA) (46) 351P D

Br B g Noble Mission - Hope’s Diamond (USA) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mr Andy Peake Alan King, Barbury Castle

B Mr Ernest Fronboese Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Much improved when winning at Hereford (2m) at the beginning of the year but ran a modest race at Wetherby next time. Visor goes on for handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA111

11 JUST ANOTHER ONE (IRE) (34) 2050

Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Teacht An Earraig (USA) David Noonan J

O Atlantic Friends Racing Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

B J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWRan to fairly useful level on second Flat outing and shaped well when runner-up on hurdles debut in September Not so good since though, looking a hard ride fitted with cheekpieces on handicap bow here (19f) last month.Visor goes on now. TFRHHIII BHA99

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: DIBBLE DECKER (IRE) 6 11 9 Stan Sheppard 6-4 (Tom Lacey) 7 ran

Hood worn first time by No. 7. Visor worn first time by No. 10, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6, 7, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note:

LIGHT EM UP NIGEL: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

TYING THE KNOT: Following its run on 26/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Killaloan (IRE), 11-2 Book of Secrets (IRE), 6-1 Western General (IRE), 13-2 Mack The Man (IRE), 7-1 Filanderer (GB), 11-1 Light Em Up Nigel (IRE), 14-1 Coolnaugh Haze (IRE), Tying The Knot (USA), 33-1 On The Wild Side (IRE), 50-1 Forrard Away (IRE), Just Another One (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

KILLALOAN was an easy winner over C&D 3 weeks ago and could have more to come now handicapping so looks the way to go. Mack The Man lurks on a very tempting mark now fitted with headgear and is interesting. Filanderer and Book of Secrets are a couple of others to note.

The Result

Gamble Responsibly

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Sixth Race 4.35

The William Hill Cheltenham Extra Places Every Day

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10300 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4160, 2nd £2080, 3rd £1040, 4th £520, 5th £260. (Penalty Value £5439.43)

Race Description

This two miles steeple chase has been designed for five-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 105. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st 2lb 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.

colours no horse age

1 ROOSTER COGBURN (IRE) (18) FP-561P D

Br B g Westerner - Hollygrove (IRE) Ben Jones J

O Mr Gwilym J. Morris Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T

B Oliver and Salome Brennan Gwilym J. Morris & Son S

TIMEFORMVIEWJumped well and had plenty in hand when landing 2m handicap chase at Hereford in February.Did too much too soon over longer trip when pulled up at Huntingdon (19.9f) 18 days ago so worth another chance. TFRHHHHI BHA107

2 FANZIO (FR) (18) 234U43 D

8 11-12

Br B g Day Flight - Tu L’As Eu (FR) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mr Richard Hobson Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T

B Jean Brest R H Bloodstock S

TIMEFORMVIEWHas fallen a long way in the weights since winning at Perth back inApril 2021 but continues below par,tried in blinkers when remote Huntingdon third last time Others appeal more.

3 COURT ROYALE (IRE) (19) 2412P5 CD

TFRHHIII BHA103

10 11-11

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Windsor Dancer (IRE) Adam Wedge J

O Mrs Janet Davies Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B William Flood Prysg Cyf S

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner but he arrives out of sorts, remote fifth of 8 back hurdling at Ludlow (15.8f) 19 days ago.Visor on 1st time.

4 DOYANNIE (IRE) (14) 233-021 9

Br Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Annie May (IRE) Rex Dingle J

O Barber, French & Shortland Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey Peckmoor Farm Lodges S

TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed promise of her previous runner-up effort when easily going one better in handicap chase at Plumpton (17f) 14 days ago. Up 9lb but she can go in again. TFRHHHHH BHA100

5 BLUE RIBBON (GB) (21) 0U64-04 D

8 11-5

Br B g Sayif (IRE) - Mar Blue (FR) Sean Houlihan J

O Mr Ryan G. Chapman Ryan Chapman, St Mawgan T

B R. W. K. Lewis

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m hurdles winner for Dr Richard Newland in 2021. Off 16 months and not disgraced for new yard on both chasing stats, fourth of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (16f) 21 days ago. Not discounted off an easing mark. TFRHHHII BHA96

6 FOLLY GATE (FR) (34) 202UF5

8 11-4

Br B g Montmartre (FR) - Cate Bleue (FR) David Noonan J

O Mrs J Williams & Mr R Stark

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T

B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 22 runs but he posted a respectable fifth of 10 in handicap chase here (18.2f) 34 days ago. Enters calculations if keeping his mistakes to a minimum.

7 URABAMBA (IRE) (34) 65-0436 D

Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Glaisdale

O Kayley Woollacott Racing Club

B J. Mangan

TFRHHHII BHA95

8 10-7

Ben Godfrey (3) J

Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T

The Firehouse Somerset S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of 2m Wexford maiden hurdle for Henry de Bromhead in summer 2021 but only modest form shown in three runs over fences for current yard. Needs to take a step forward.

8 ESTATE ITALIANA (USA) (19) 00-0U41 D

Br B or Br g Elusive Quality (USA) - Unaccompanied (IRE)

O Team Dunn

B Moyglare Stud

TFRHHHII BHA84

6 10-3

Jamie Brace (7) J

Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Posted a career best to get off the mark in 6-runner handicap chase at Ludlow (16f) 19 days ago. Up 6lb but still low mileage and can make his presence felt again.

TFRHHHHI BHA80

9 SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL (FR) (12) 320P33 BF

Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - School of Thought (FR) James Best J

O Mr Paul Anthony Mann Joe Tickle, Tiverton T

B Mme Henri Devin

TIMEFORMVIEWArrives in decent nick,third of 6 in handicap chase atWincanton (20.2f,good) 12 days ago.Ought to be in the shake-up despite being 2lb out of the handicap. TFRHHHII BHA77

10 GAELIC THUNDER (GB) (33) 6432U6

8 10-2

Br B g Arvico (FR) - Gaelic Lime Finn Lambert (5) J

O Mrs Jacqui Elliott Chris Honour, Ashburton T

B Mrs Jacqui Elliott Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden after 19 outings and he beat only one in 7-runner handicap chase at Southwell (15.8f) 33 days ago.

Hard to warm to from 5lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA74

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022: MASTER MIKEY DEE (IRE) 7 10 0 Harry Reed 16-1 (Richenda Ford) 9 ran

Visor worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 7, 8.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 10.

Stewards Note:

GAELIC THUNDER: Following its run on 8/2/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped badly right-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Doyannie (IRE), 4-1 Estate Italiana (USA), 5-1 School For Scandal (FR), 10-1 Folly Gate (FR), 11-1 Rooster Cogburn (IRE), 12-1 Urabamba (IRE), 18-1 Gaelic Thunder (GB), 20-1 Fanzio (FR), 28-1 Court Royale (IRE), 33-1 Blue Ribbon (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

DOYANNIE had plenty in hand when scoring at Plumpton a fortnight ago and a 9lb hike in the weights doesn’t look sufficient to stop her from following up. Estate Italiana won in good style at Ludlow last time though and should ensure Anthony Honeyball’s mare doesn’t have things all her own way. Rooster Cogburn will benefit from dropping back in trip and needs considering too.

The Result

Seventh Race 5.05

The William Hill Daily Cheltenham Offers

Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) colours no horse

Race Description

The last race this afternoon is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-old and upwards which have been officially rated 0-100. 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.

1 PRIVATORY (FR) (21) 20-60F4 BF

Br B g Motivator - Peinture Rose (USA) Niall Houlihan (3) J

O Hale Sargent Evans Clifton Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Mr Jean-Pierre Dubois Oberon Investments Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWDual 2m winner last term but below par this season,fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Lingfield (16f,good) 21 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time now.

2 LOOP HEAD (IRE) (20) 1-002

Br B g Westerner - River Mill (IRE) Adam Wedge J

O Mr & Mrs William Rucker Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

B Mr R. V. Hennelly

TIMEFORMVIEW20/1,easily best of his three runs when second of 14 in novice hurdle here (16.5f,good) 20 days ago,not knocked about. Much respected with more to come now going into handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA99

3 INGENNIO (FR) (18) 3-50402

5 11-13

Br B g Lauro (GER) - Casbah Rose (FR) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mrs Susan Fox Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T

B S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee R H Bloodstock S

TIMEFORMVIEW Hooded and improved form when second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Up in trip and weighted to go well again.

4 KALYPTRA (FR) (331) 44/20F0-

TFRHHHHH BHA99

7 11-9

Br B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Lovely Origny (FR) James Best J

O Sherborne Utilities & Mr Robert Frosell Syd Hosie, Sherborne T

B Alc Racing Steven James Hosie S

TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue tied on sole run for Colin Tizzard when tenth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f) last April Needs to hit the ground running after his absence for another new yard. TFRHHIII BHA95

5 CELTIC FORTUNE (IRE) (34) 4-50B00

6 11-8

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rhinestone Cowgirl (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Mr Donald Bell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Joe Campbell Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden who came in only ninth of 11 in handicap hurdle at this C&D 34 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA94

6 KAPITALISTE (FR) (20) 3322PP

7 11-8

Br B g Intello (GER) - Kapitale (GER) Jamie Brace (7) J

O The Profile Partnership 2 Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

B Wertheimer et Frere Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m2f last May but off 6 months before being pulled up in handicap hurdle over C&D 20 days ago. Needs to get back on track.

7 SECRET POTION (GER) (20) 0P5P20-

TFRHHHII BHA94

7 11-4

Br B g Dabirsim (FR) - Sola Gratia (IRE) Ben Ffrench Davis (7) J

O MR PAUL CARTER AND MR CHRIS DOWN Chris Down, Cullompton T

B Gestut Karlshof Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winless sine early 2021 but not digraced after 12 weeks off for his current yard when last of 8 in Flat handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 20 days ago. Not ruled out back in this sphere.

8 COCONUT TWIST (IRE) (11) 03463P

TFRHHIII BHA90

5 11-3

Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Presenting Chaos (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O Troika Racing Brian Barr, Sherborne T

B Kieran Lennon

TIMEFORMVIEW Unplaced in points and just poor form to date, pulled up on his handicap debut over C&D 11 days ago. Others appeal more

TFRHHIII BHA89

9 SHOW ON THE ROAD (GB) (101) 50/233-5 C 12 11-2

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Roses of Picardy (IRE) Ben Godfrey (3) J

O Mrs Fiona Shaw Fiona Shaw, Dorchester T

B Robin Mathew

TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran is winless since 2018 but he generally runs with credit, taking strong hold after 9 months off when fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (18.5f, soft) 101 days ago. Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA88

10 DAANY (IRE) (20) 03/5-000

6 10-9

Br B g Pivotal - Ejadah (IRE) Micheal Nolan J

O Miss D Kenealy and Duckhaven Stud Joe Tickle, Tiverton T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWModest 1m winner on Flat.33/1,creditable eighth of 14 in novice hurdle here (16.5f,good) 20 days ago.May do better still now handicapping so needs considering TFRHHHII BHA81

11 PLAY BY THE RULES (IRE) (32) 300

4 10-9

Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Teodolite (IRE) David Noonan J

O Molly and Paul Willis Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T

B J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden on the Flat who showed an aptitude for hurdling in first-time tongue strap when third of 5 at Exeter in November Has gone backwards both starts since however

12 WESTERN BARON (IRE) (49) 00-0

Br B g Westerner - Aylesbury Park (IRE)

O The Alyasan Partnership

B Miss Ann Twomey

TIMEFORMVIEW Is well related but has offered little on all three starts, off 11 months before coming in twelfth of 15 in novice hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft) 49 days ago. Up in trip for handicap bow with lots to find. TFRHHIII BHA79

13 ARMY OF ONE (GER) (3) 4405-0P

6 10-5

Br B m Kingston Hill - Auctorita (GER) Sean Houlihan J

O Mr M. A. Hunt Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T

B Gestut Karlshof Teresa Davis Sporting Artist S

TIMEFORMVIEW Long-standing maiden under both codes though his saddle slipped when pulled up at Exeter last time. Others are still preferred. TFRHHIII BHA77

14 FOILLMORE (IRE) (15) 0-533PP

8 10-2

Br Gr g Carlotamix (FR) - Beale Native (IRE) Rex Dingle J

O Frost Racing Club Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T

B Michael Ryan A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORMVIEWPoor maiden.Recorded a couple of respectable thirds at NewtonAbbot in September but pulled up back from a break both outins since. TFRHHIII BHA70

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

2022: HIGHSTAKESPLAYER (IRE) 6 11 5 Dylan Kitts 13-8 (Tom Lacey) 10 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 2, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 11, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 11.

Stewards Note:

ARMY OF ONE: Following its run on 10/3/2023 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped.

FOILLMORE: Following its run on 26/2/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Ingennio (FR), 5-1 Privatory (FR), 7-1 Show On The Road (GB), 9-1 Loop Head (IRE), 10-1 Western Baron (IRE), 11-1 Kalyptra (FR), 14-1 Play By The Rules (IRE), 16-1 Celtic Fortune (IRE), 22-1 Daany (IRE), 28-1 Kapitaliste (FR), Army of One (GER), Foillmore (IRE), 40-1 Secret Potion (GER), 66-1 Coconut Twist (IRE)

Not nearly so competitive as the numbers suggest and INGENNIO is fancied to build on his recent Huntingdon second now stepping up in trip and get off the mark. Handicap-debutant Loop Head is next on the list on the back of his good second here, with consistent veteran Show On The Road another who can have a say.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INGENNIO (FR)

The Result

2.LOOP HEAD (IRE) 3.SHOW ON THE ROAD

1st2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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Race Conditions

First Race 1.40 - THE WILLIAM HILL CHELTENHAM EPIC ODDS JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4647 to the winning horse The second to receive £2138, the third £1069, the fourth £535 and the fifth £266. for novice four yrs old, which have not run in a flat race and which have not run in any race prior to 1st October 2022 and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £44 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £2000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during the following season. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper 13 entries at £44. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3554; Second £1777; Third £889; Fourth £444; Fifth £222. (Penalty Value £4647.28)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.15 - THE WILLIAMHILL CHAMPION HURDLE TOP PRICE GUARANTEE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse. 25 entries at £36. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.50 - THE WILLIAMHILL CHAMPION CHASE TOP PRICE GUARANTEE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4792 to the winning horse The second to receive £2207, the third £1103 and the fourth £552. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £44 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse. 23 entries at £44. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3672; Second £1837; Third £918; Fourth £459. (Penalty Value £4792.48) 10

Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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Fourth Race 3.25 - THE WILLIAMHILL STAYERS HURDLE TOP PRICE GUARANTEE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £82 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £66 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse. 14 entries at £82. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)

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Fifth Race 4.00 - THE WILLIAMHILL GOLD CUP TOP PRICE GUARANTEE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5016 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2308, the third £1154, the fourth £577 and the fifth £287. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse. 15 entries at £44. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3837; Second £1918; Third £960; Fourth £480; Fifth £239. (Penalty Value £5016.95) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Sixth Race 4.35 - THE WILLIAMHILL CHELTENHAM EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5439 to the winning horse The second to receive £2502, the third £1251, the fourth £626 and the fifth £312. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £51 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse. 11 entries at £51. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4160; Second £2080; Third £1040; Fourth £520; Fifth £260. (Penalty Value £5439.43)

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Seventh Race 5.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL DAILY CHELTENHAM OFFERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse. 33 entries at £36. - Closed March 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

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