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.
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 may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet. If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
THURSDAY 13TH APRIL, 2023
7 2.00pm The C&D Southwest Open Hunters’ Chase
8 2.35pm The Pony Racing Pathway Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)
12 3.10pm The Brain Tumour Research Novices’ Handicap Hurdle
Annie Barrett Birthday
Stewards
G. Upton (Chief Steward)
S. Eliot (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
M. Bersey
S. Candy
K. O’Boyle
Starters
W. Jordan
W. Hutchinson
Judge
G. Lewis
Clerk of the Scales
R. Cuthbert
Veterinary Officer
D. Freeman
Handicapper
J. Norris
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
S. Fox
S. Shilston
V. McKevitt
Clerk of the Course
J. Loosemore
Commentator
M. Cattermole
Betting Ring Manager
V. Moore
Medical Officers
Dr J. Louis, Dr J. Peoples, Dr P. Pritchard, Dr T. M. Tilsley & Dr M. Epps
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
Web: www.tauntonracecourse.co.uk
Telephone: 01823 337172 Email: info@tauntonracecourse.co.uk
Orchard Stand
Orchard Restaurant - 3rd Floor
A la Carte Lunch Menu, Formal Restaurant, Fully Licensed Bar for Diners.
Winning Post - 1st Floor
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.
Portman Grandstand
Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls, Sandwiches, Chocolate Snacks, Coffee and Hot Drinks, Licensed Bar
Trackside
Freshly Ground Coffee and Hot Drinks, Homemade Flapjack and Cakes, Soup, Jacket Potatoes with Various Fillings.
Food & Drink
Food and drink must NOT be brought into the Racecourse. Glasses and bottles must not be taken outside Bars or designated enclosures.
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6599 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2849, 2nd £1425, 3rd £712. (Penalty Value £3277.72)
Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form
A Hunter Chase gives the regulars of the Point-to-Pointing world a chance to shine under National Hunt rules. A horse is only qualified for this type of event if it holds a Hunters’ Certificate, something provided by a Master of Hounds to prove that the horse has been regularly hunted throughout the season. This particular event is for five-year-olds and upwards, and is to be run over two miles and seven furlongs. All Hunter Chases are restricted to amateur jockeys.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse age st-lb
1 BOB AND CO (FR) (27) 1/122F-0
Br B g Dom Alco (FR) - Outre Mer (FR) Mr Tommie M. O’Brien J
O Mr David Maxwell Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn T H West Somerset Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW 2021 Champion Hunters winner at Punchestown for Paul Nicholls. Not always fluent when respectable eighth in Festival Challenge Cup at Cheltenham last time and this is much easier. TFRHHHHH BHA130
2 LET ME ENTERTAIN U (GB) (107) 21-3450 7 11-12
Br Gr g Saint des Saints (FR) - My Belle (FR) Mr J. J. Murphy-Knight (7) J
O Mr Mark Dunphy Michael Scudamore, Bromsash T H Cotswold Vale Farmers Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper/point winner who could only achieve modest form over hurdles. Stiff task on hunter/chasing debut. TFRHHIII BHA96
3 SIR IVAN (GB) (19) 3P-3306
Br B g Midnight Legend - Tisho
13 11-12
Miss Megan Bevan (7) J
O The Eyre Family Harry Fry, Corscombe T
H Cotley Grosvenor Sport S
TIMEFORMVIEW A regular in veterans’ races and wasn’t disgraced when sixth in one at Newbury recently. Looks a definite player with his sights lowered. TFRHHHHI BHA125
DECLARED RUNNERS 3
2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Bob And Co (FR), 15-8 Sir Ivan (GB), 22-1 Let Me Entertain U (GB)
This looks like a match between BOB AND CO and Sir Ivan, with the former taken to prevail having been far from disgraced at the Cheltenham Festival last month.
PLAY SMARTER
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOB AND CO (FR) 2.SIR IVAN 3.LET ME ENTERTAIN U
1st2nd Distance
If you have concerns about the integrity of British racing or the wellbeing of the sport’s participants, human or equine, please contact RaceWISE Anonymous reporting.
for novice 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)
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 half a furlong novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than one hurdle race.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 AURIGNY MILL (FR) (24) 04-401 CD 6 11-10
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fresh Princess (FR) Alan Johns J
O Mrs E. Weld Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple T
B Mr Jean C. Haimet & Mr Michael Wilde Hartnoll Hotel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous efforts well behind to get off the mark in 14-runner novice over C&D (good to soft) 24 days ago, in command last. Should be competitive under a penalty. TFRHHHHI BHA116
2 ILIKO D’OLIVATE (FR) (20) 2-124P C 5 11-10
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Dyna d’Olivate (FR) Bryony Frost J
O Chris Giles Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mr Jean-Philippe Rivoire Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form in 2 starts on the Flat and built on his hurdles debut second at Compiegne when going one better in ready fashion here (19f) in January. Creditable efforts at Sandown and Ascot before shaping as if amiss at Newbury. Not written off. TFRHHHHI BHA122
3 MARDOOF (IRE) (31) 03321 CD 5 11-10
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Yanabeeaa (USA) James Best J
O Barford Premier Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Teresa Davis Sporting Artist S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden on the Flat but already better over hurdles,opening his account in dominant fashion in 13-runner maiden over C&D last month. Looks up to defying a penalty.
4 BOOLAMORE GLORY (IRE) (415) 200-
TFRHHHHH BHA120
6 11-3
Br B g Ocovango - Go Sandy Go (IRE) Nick Scholfield J
O Racehorse Ownership Club Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T
B Mr M. Campbell Racehorse Ownership Club S
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points but looks a handicap project under Rules (needs this for a mark)
TFR
5 EMANATE (GB) (310)
Br B g Coach House (IRE) - Emerald Girl (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O Mr John Heaney Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Heaney Family Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden on Flat who makes no appeal on hurdle debut.
6 DARK MOON (FR) (21) 00
Br B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Vida Sure Bailly (FR)
O Team Dunn
Dunn, Wellington T
B Mr B. Bretecher & Mr J. M. Guetre Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in bumpers 12 weeks apart so easily passed over
HIIII BHA-
7 TANGO FOR SALLY (GB) (159) 0 6 10-10
Br B m Arvico (FR) - Teachmetotango Charlie Price (3) J
O Monday Boys Partnership Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T
B Southill Stud Teresa Davis Sporting Artist S
TIMEFORMVIEW Offered little in a Wincanton bumper on debut back in November Hooded for hurdle debut
8 BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE (GB) (35) U6
TFRHIIII BHA-
4 10-2
Br Ch f Ribchester (IRE) - Lovely Surprise (IRE) David Noonan J
O Mr Samuel Quigley Thornefarmracing Ltd Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair handicapper on the Flat but well held completed start over hurdles.
TFRHHIII BHA-
9 BY PASS (GB) (35) 5P36F
Br Ch f Cityscape - Up And Running Ben Ffrench Davis (7) J
O Mrs Tracy Turner Bill Turner, Sherborne T
B The Hon Mrs R. Pease
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden on Flat whose standout effort over hurdles came when third of 8 in juvenile at Hereford (2m, 125/1) in February. Fell fourth having jumped well up until then in visor at Wincanton last time.
TFRHHHII BHA94
10 ONLY FOOLS (IRE) (5) 56 4 10-2
Br B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Only Together (IRE)
Jack Tudor J
O David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington T
B Elwick Stud W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair Flat winner in France but looks a handicap project over hurdles.
TFRHHIII BHA-
2022: DILIGENT (FR) 9 11 8 Kieren Buckley 7-2 (Nigel Hawke) 5 ran Hood worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note: ILIKO D’OLIVATE: Following its run on 24/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Mardoof (IRE), 9-4 Iliko d’Olivate (FR), 7-2 Aurigny Mill (FR), 10-1 By Pass (GB), 40-1 Only Fools (IRE), 66-1 Beautiful Surprise (GB), 150-1 Boolamore Glory (IRE), Dark Moon (FR), Tango For Sally (GB), 200-1 Emanate (GB)
MARDOOF has done much better over hurdles than might have been expected from his Flat form and he looks up to defying a penalty having opened his account in dominant fashion over C&D last month. Iliko d’Olivate and Aurigny Mill are the obvious threats.
1st2nd Distance
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £250000
Owners Prize Money 1st £107400, 2nd £44200, 3rd £22100, 4th £11050, 5th £5525, 6th £2750. (Penalty Value £140325)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 AHOY SENOR (IRE) (27) 1-5351F CD
8 11-10
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dara Supreme (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Wymer & Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Mr D.P Constable Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWCosy winner of the Mildmay Novices’ Chase last year and back on track after the King George when landing the Cotswold Chase at Cheltenham in January Was going great when falling in the Gold Cup last time. TFRHHHII BHA166
2 A PLUS TARD (FR) (27) 2/121-PP
9 11-10
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Turboka (FR) Rachael Blackmore J
O Cheveley Park Stud Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T
B Mme Henri Devin Cheveley Park Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWProducedoneofthebestGoldCupperformanceswhenlandingitlastMarch.Wastravellingwelluntilhampered 6 out when bidding to retain his crown last month and the vibes from his yard have been upbeat TFRHHHHH BHA175
3 BRAVEMANSGAME (FR) (27) 114-112
8 11-10
Br B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Genifique (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Bryan Drew Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWModestintheMildmay12monthsagobuthasputthatbehindhimthisseason,winningtheCharlieHallandthe King George prior to a gallant second in the Gold Cup. Yard has saddled the last 2 runnings of this race. TFRHHHII BHA172
4 CONFLATED (IRE) (27) 1F2-313
9 11-10
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Saucy Present (IRE) Keith Donoghue J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Dillon Family Gordon Elliott, Mr Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWNotchedsecondGrade1successoverfencesintheSavillsatLeopardstownoverChristmas.Performedtoaneven higher standard when third in the Gold Cup last month and this slightly shorter trip/sharper track will help. TFRHHHII BHA168
5 GA LAW (FR) (28) 32/-31F5
7 11-10
Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Law (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O The Footie Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Jean-Francois Magnien Betvictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved this term, finishing third in the Old Roan here prior to landing the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham in November Not disgraced in the Ryanair last month and well worth another try at this trip. TFRHIIII BHA153
6 SHISHKIN (IRE) (28) 11P-312 C BF
9 11-10
Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Labarynth (IRE) Nico de Boinville J
O Mrs J Donnelly Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B C.J. & E.B. Bennett Unibet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved that he’s still one of the best in the business when landing the 21f Ascot Chase in February Mistakes proved costly in the Ryanair but obvious chance if cutting out the errors upped in trip here. TFRHHHHI BHA173
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: CLAN DES OBEAUX (FR) 10 11 7 Harry Cobden 13-2 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Stewards Note:
SHISHKIN: Following its run on 16/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed throughout
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Bravemansgame (FR), 10-3 Shishkin (IRE), 7-2 A Plus Tard (FR), 11-2 Conflated (IRE), 6-1 Ahoy Senor (IRE), 66-1 Ga Law (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
In what promises to be an absorbing renewal of this prestigious contest, A PLUS TARD is taken to emerge on top. Though pulled up both starts so far this season, he appeared to be travelling as well as any before being hampered when Ahoy Senor fell 6 out in the Gold Cup, and his imperious performance in that race last March remains fresh in the memory. Bravemansgame is a big player on the back of his fine Gold Cup second but if Shishkin puts it all together he will be an even bigger threat
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.A PLUS TARD (FR)
for novice 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) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
This is a three handicap hurdle race for novice four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 105. 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.
1 LOOKING FOR LARRY (IRE) (34) 21-P651 D
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Tavira
O Mrs Jill Dennis
B Mrs Jill Dennis
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who posted career best in this sphere when taking 15-runner handicap at Exeter (16.7f,good to soft,12/1) 34 days ago. Step up in trip looks a good move and must enter calculations.
2 NICKELSONTHEDIME (IRE) (48) 353P34 D BF
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Penny Fiction (IRE)
O T Hamlin, J E Gardener
B J. O’Connor & Burgage Stud
Somerset S
TIMEFORMVIEW Opened his account in a 25f Warwick handicap in May 2022 but his form has been up and down since. Percentage call is to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA105
3 PICKS LAD (GB) (24) 1364 7 11-13
Br B g Westlake - Pic of The Paddock David Bass J
O S W Racing Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T
B Mr Howard Pickersgill Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a bumper for previous yard and has run with promise in a trio of novice hurdles for Kim Bailey,latest when fourth of 8 atSouthwell (15.8f, soft) 24 days ago. Should be suited by this stiffer test of stamina and is a likely contender on switch to handicapping. TFRHHHHH BHA104
4 CHAMP ROYAL (FR) (87) 430-450 7
Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Sky Royale (FR) Ryan Mania
O Mr M. S. Cresswell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
B Mr Jean-Paul & Mrs Marie-Odile Deshayes
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted several creditable efforts in Ireland, latest when seventh of 15 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20.6f, heavy) 87 days ago. Still a maiden after 9 attempts, however, and remains to be seen if switch to new yard has positive impact. TFRHHIII BHA104
5 GETUPEARLY (GB) (22) 30520P D
6 11-6
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Come The Dawn Micheal Nolan J
O The Philip Hobbs Racing Partnership Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Richard & Caroline Mathias Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort to date came when second at Hereford (25.5f) in February but rather gone backwards since and has plenty to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA97
6 PEDLEY WOOD (IRE) (18) 1-65U23
6 11-6
Br B g Westerner - Rosin de Beau (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O Messenger Family and John Reed Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B T. Hanley Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who found improvement when second of 7 on handicap debut at Hereford (21.7f, good) in February Looked unsuited by shorter trip when third at Exeter (18.5f) since and better expected here.
7 DANCINGONTHEEDGE (FR) (31) 0403F2
TFRHHHHI BHA97
6 11-3
Br B m Kapgarde (FR) - Solarize (FR) Bryony Frost J
O Old Gold Racing 4 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to best when narrow second of 16 in handicap hurdle over C&D (soft,9/2) 31 days ago.5lb higher now but looks sure to go well again.
8 SANDALWOOD (FR) (43) 62-U005 BF
TFRHHHHI BHA94
6 11-2
Br Ch g Martaline - Balli Flight (FR) Bryan Carver J
O Owners Group 072 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed fairly useful form when second on his final bumper run at Newton Abbot last spring but hasn’t got near that level in a trio of completed starts in this sphere and makes limited appeal. Cheekpieces back on.
TFRHHIII BHA93
9 SAFE DESTINATION (GB) (39) 465066
5 10-12
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Leighton Lass Jordan Nailor J
O Mr M. Berryman Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Yorton Farm Stud Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Offered bits of promise in maiden/novice hurdles but all 3 outings in handicaps so far have been below par, including over this trip at Ffos Las latest. TFRHHIII BHA89
10 MOJITO ROYALE (FR) (39) 0335-PP
7 10-12
Br Ch g Champs Elysees - Sister Agnes (IRE) James Best J
O Withyslade and Mr A Newman
Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren T
B Mme Jocelyne Ducasse Pontispool Equine Sports Centre S
TIMEFORMVIEW Twice placed in Hereford maiden hurdles last season but has offered little in a couple of outings this term.
11 COUNTRY KITTEN (IRE) (23) 50PFP1 D
8 10-3
Br B m Recital (FR) - Kitty True (IRE) David Noonan J
O Mr David Jennings Max Young, Sneads Green T
B Terence Leonard
TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a surprise when taking 6-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f, heavy, 40/1) 23 days ago, driven out. 4lb rise fair and could prove dangerous if in same form again. TFRHHHII BHA80
12 WEAVER’S ANSWER (GB) (21) 060244
5 10-2
Br Gr g Dunaden (FR) - Oskar’s Eva (IRE) Alan Johns J
O Sally & Richard Prince Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Sally Morgan & Richard Prince Tote, Dragonbet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t show much in trio of novice hurdles, but has made more impact since sent handicapping, making the frame in all 3 starts. Steps up significantly in trip now and isn’t discounted. 1lb out of the weights
13 DIV INE TARA (GB) (24) 240-304
TFRHHHII BHA78
8 10-2
Br B m Kayf Tara - Mid Div And Creep Connor Brace J
O Mrs K Exall & Mr G Molen Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mrs K. Exall & Mr A. Exall Bresbet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Made the frame on a couple of occasions in bumpers but has proved rather disappointing over timber, including on handicap debut at Southwell last month. Up against it from 3lb out of the weights.
14 IMPREVU DU LARGE (FR) (42) 0006
TFRHHIII BHA76
5 10-2
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Emy Chope (FR) Tom Buckley (3) J
O Mr D. G. Staddon Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mr Pascal Noue & Dr Jane-Marie Durand Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Little encouragement taken from his bumper start or a trio of hurdle outings but is in very good hands and may do better now sent handicapping, albeit 3lb out of the weights here.
TFRHHHII BHA74
2022: BOLSOVER BILL (IRE) 5 10 10 Caoilin Quinn 13-2 (Warren Greatrex) 10 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 10.
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Stewards Note: SANDALWOOD: Following its run on 1/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Dancingontheedge (FR), 7-1 Picks Lad (GB), 10-1 Looking For Larry (IRE), Pedley Wood (IRE), Country Kitten (IRE), Imprevu du Large (FR), 14-1 Champ Royal (FR), Weaver’s Answer (GB), 16-1 Sandalwood (FR), 18-1 Nickelsonthedime (IRE), Div Ine Tara (GB), 20-1 Getupearly (GB), 22-1 Safe Destination (GB), 50-1 Mojito Royale (FR)
PICKS LAD looks the type to do better in handicaps, particularly now granted a stiffer test of stamina, and can get off the mark over hurdles. Pedley Wood and Dancingontheedge head the list of dangers.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PICKS LAD
2.PEDLEY WOOD (IRE)
3.DANCINGONTHEEDGE (FR)
H.B.L.B.
BF – Beaten Favourite.B – Brought Down. C – Course Winner
D – Distance Winner.F – Fell. P – Pulled Up. R – Refused. S – Slipped Up.U – Unseated.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £296,474 in rate card and incremental prize money at this racecourse from January to April 2023.
for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £250000 Owners Prize Money 1st £107400, 2nd £44200, 3rd £22100, 4th £11050, 5th £5525, 6th £2750. (Penalty Value £140325)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 CONSTITUTION HILL (GB) (30) 111-111
6 11-10
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Queen of The Stage (IRE) Nico de Boinville J
O Mr Michael Buckley Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Mrs S. A. Noott Unibet S
TIMEFORMVIEWExceptional performance in Supreme at Cheltenham Festival and has looked imperious in a trio of victories this term, taking Champion Hurdle last month. Looks sure to stay longer trip and can’t be opposed. TFRHHHHH BHA175
2 I LIKE TO MOVE IT (GB) (30) 20-1616 C
6 11-10
Br B g Trans Island - Nobratinetta (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Mr & Mrs J. Dawson Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice hurdler who has took his form up another notch this season, landing Greatwood at Cheltenham and Kingwell at Wincanton in February Finished well beaten in Champion since. TFRHIIII BHA157
3 SCEAU ROYAL (FR) (46) 2-12432
11 11-10
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sandside (FR) Daryl Jacob J
O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Mr Guy Vimont Ptarmigan Media Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Landed the odds at Kempton in a listed hurdle on his reappearance and has aquitted himself well in defeat since. However, this trip will stretch his stamina and others are preferred. TFRHIIII BHA153
4 SHARJAH (FR) (27) 11-2324
10 11-10
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Saaryeh Mr P. W. Mullins J
O Mrs S. Ricci W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Ecurie Haras De Beauvoir
TIMEFORMVIEWTwicefinishedrunner-upinChampionHurdleand,whilstnottheforceofold,he’sacquittedhimselfwellinall4starts this term, latest when fourth in County Hurdle at Cheltenham last month. This longer trip not guranteed to suit TFRHHIII BHA157
5 ZANAHIYR (IRE) (30) DF-0P53
6 11-10
Br Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Zariyna (IRE) Davy Russell J
O Bective Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEWVerysmarthurdlerwhowouldlikelyhavefinishedrunner-up(fellatlast)12monthsagoandranrightuptohisbest when 13 lengths third to Constitution Hill in Champion at Cheltenham latest Return to longer trip a plus. TFRHHHII BHA159
6 EPATANTE (FR) (30) 1-32210 CD
Br B m No Risk At All (FR) - Kadjara (FR)
O Mr John P. McManus
B Francois-Xavier & Anne Doulce Lefeuvre
9 11-3
Aidan Coleman J
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
TIMEFORMVIEWRanwithcreditbehindConstitutionHillinFightingFifthandChristmasHurdlethistermbeforeeasilylandingaDoncaster Grade 2. Below-par effort in Mares’ Hurdle last month but was a ready winner of this event last year TFRHHHII BHA148
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: EPATANTE (FR) 8 11 0 Aidan Coleman 2-1 (Nicky Henderson) 7 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note:
EPATANTE: Following its run on 14/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the slow pace.
Probable S.P’s: 1-5 Constitution Hill (GB), 14-1 Epatante (FR), 18-1 Zanahiyr (IRE), 25-1 Sharjah (FR), 50-1 I Like To Move It (GB), 66-1 Sceau Royal (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
This may be the last chance we get to see CONSTITUTION HILL over the smaller obstacles and it’s difficult to envisage anything but another impressive winning display from this magnificent performer Last year’s winner Epatante is just preferred to Zanahiyr for the forecast spot
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
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)
This is a two miles and seven furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 100 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 MILANFORD (IRE) (20) 603000
Br B g Milan - Tabachines (FR) Nick Scholfield J
O Syd Hosie Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Brian Moran Sherborne Utilities Ltd, Steven James Hosie S
TIMEFORMVIEW Formerly useful at best but clearly had his problems and folded tamely at Newbury last time. Tough to recommend despite tumbling mark.
2 IMPERIAL JOE (IRE) (21) 243216 CD 7 11-13
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Violets Gale (IRE) Mr Jake Bament (7) J
O Mrs Jill Dennis Tim Dennis, Bude T
B J. O’Donoghue
TIMEFORMVIEWBelow best at Chepstow latest but had registered his second win over fences here previously and is still on a workable mark. Shortlisted.
3 FURKASH (FR) (20) U3P252
8 11-9
Br B g Al Namix (FR) - Meralda (FR) Brendan Powell J
O Swallowfield Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mr Eric Becq Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWNot the easiest to catch right but shaped as if back to form when second in handicap chase at Hereford (25.2f,good to soft) last month and is one of the likelier contenders. TFRHHHHI BHA95
4 COBRA COMMANDER (IRE) (67) P11-55P CD
9 11-6
Br B g Beneficial - Run For Help (IRE) Ben Poste J
O Dean, Willetts and Vernon Tom Symonds, Hentland T
B L. Hayes
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved form when winning handicap chases here and NewtonAbbot this time last year but well below that form in 3 starts since and has plenty to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA92
5 MEXICAN BOY (IRE) (13) 65255F
7 11-4
Br Gr g Kayf Tara - J’Y Viens (FR) Fergus Gregory J
O The Four Timers Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Corrib Racing McCoy Contractors S
TIMEFORMVIEW Still looking for first success and hasn’t progressed from his promising debut over fences, coming down before the race unfolded at Wetherby latest.
6 O’FAOLAINS LAD (IRE) (546) 232511-
TFRHHHII BHA90
9 11-4
Br B g Oscar (IRE) - O’Faolains Fancy (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J
O Mr K. A. Lloyd Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T
B Pius Phelan
TIMEFORMVIEW Only raced 5 times under Rules, winning back-to-back handicap chases (at up to 26f) in autumn of 2021. Not seen since but he reappears off a handy mark and must enter calculations, particularly if the market vibes are strong.
7 BAL AMIE (FR) (164) 221324
Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Amie Roli (FR)
O Mr A. Taylor
TFRHHHII BHA90
9 11-1
Miss Victoria Malzard (7) J
Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn T
B Arnaud Chaille-Chaille Rewards 4 Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Won over hurdles at Les Landes in August but cut little ice in a couple of outings over fences for new connections last autumn and has fair bit to prove on return from 6 months off. Cheekpieces reapplied
8 ADVANTURA (IRE) (21) P2-F2FP
Br B g Watar (IRE) - Keys Hope (IRE)
TFRHHIII BHA87
6 10-12
Micheal Nolan J
O Mr Tony Staple Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Michael Martin Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Best effort of any description when second of 12 in handicap chase at this course (26.3f) in December but unable to complete in his other 3 attempts over fences and percentage call is to look elsewhere.
TFRHHIII BHA84
O Miss J. du
B Miss J. M. du Plessis
TIMEFORM VIEW Appears to be of little account and hopes for improvement may rest on recent wind operation. 5lb out of the handicap.
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
TFRHIIII BHA69
2022: COBRA COMMANDER (IRE) 8 10 2 Niall Houlihan 12-1 (Tom Symonds) 8 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6, 9.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.
Stewards Note: FURKASH: Following its run on 24/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
COBRA COMMANDER: Following its run on 5/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Imperial Joe (IRE), 9-2 Furkash (FR), 11-2 O’Faolains Lad (IRE), 13-2 Mexican Boy (IRE), 7-1 Milanford (IRE), 10-1 Bal Amie (FR), 14-1 Advantura (IRE), 28-1 Cobra Commander (IRE), 33-1 Botus Fleming (GB)
Another chance is given to C&D winner IMPERIAL JOE, who may have been undone by the testing conditions at Chepstow last time. Furkash and O’Faolains Lad are also respected.
PLAY SMARTER
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IMPERIAL JOE (IRE) 2.FURKASH (FR) 3.O’FAOLAINS LAD (IRE)
1st2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time
Horse welfare is a priority at Taunton Racecourse At every meeting there are 3 specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons appointed to look after the welfare of the horses in action. One vet is present at the start of each race and during the race follows the runners in a vehicle Horses can be attended to in the same time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating injured jockeys.
A second vet follows the action from the stands and coordinates the required response to any incidents. In addition, throughout the meeting a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected around the horse It is designed to afford the vet and horse some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
wish to welcome and to thank them for their support
for six yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £50000
Owners Prize Money 1st £20995, 2nd £10495, 3rd £5250, 4th £2625, 5th £1310, 6th £655, 7th £330, 8th £165. (Penalty Value £24155)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 AMI DESBOIS (FR) (38) 651-2P4 D
13 12-0
Br B g Dream Well (FR) - Baroya (FR) Mr Tom Broughton J
O L Gill & Reserved Judgement Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
H Heythrop Bresbet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran who showed fairly useful form in this sphere last season but needs to put a modest run at Southwell behind him if he’s to have any sort of chance. TFRHHIII BHA125
2 BENNYS KING (IRE) (27) P-PP1U1 D
Br B g Beneficial - Hellofafaithful (IRE)
12 12-0
Mr John Dawson J
O Mezzone Family Dan Skelton, Alcester T
H Croome & West Warwickshire Cms Kidderminster S
TIMEFORMVIEW Verysmarthandicapchaserandhasmountedaminorrevivalinhunterslately,completing a double in convincing style at Fakenham last time. Can’t be ruled out
3 COASTAL TIEP (FR) (81) 312/-233 D
Br B g Coastal Path - Jaltiepy (FR)
TFRHHHII BHA137
11 12-0
Mr B. G. Crawford J
O Jetmac Syndicate S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
H East Antrim
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest type who was below his best when only third at Thurles last time. Has had a break since and cheekpieces now applied.
4 COUSIN PASCAL (FR) (44) P14P12 CD BF
Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tante Zoe (FR)
TFRHHIII BHA125
11 12-0
Mr Huw Edwards J
O Mr Nathan Richards J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich T
H North Shropshire
TIMEFORMVIEW Won this in 2021 and, while he’s probably not quite as good these days, he wasn’t totally disgraced when second at Leicester 44 days ago.
5 DALAHAST (FR) (44) 60-P533
Br Ch g Ballingarry (IRE) - Iroquoise II (FR)
TFRHHIII BHA116
10 12-0
Mr Martin McIntyre J
O Mr A. B. Leyshon A. B. Leyshon, Pyle T
H Llangeinor Pentyrch
TIMEFORMVIEW Multiple chase winner in France but obviously not the force of old and is easily passed over despite first-time blinkers.
6 DENTO DES OBEAUX (FR) (31) 22-2111
Br Gr g Balko (FR) - Quenta des Obeaux (FR)
TFRHIIII BHA101
10 12-0
Mr D. G. Lavery J
O Mr Liam Gibney Patrick Eugene Turley, Ireland T
H East Down
TIMEFORM VIEW 10-y-o who looked back to his fair best when landing a hunter at Thurles in facile style a month ago. Will probably be found out in this much better race, though. TFRHHIII BHA125
7 DIEU VIVANT (FR) (38) 3-04022
Br B g Network (GER) - Panique Pas (FR)
10 12-0
Miss Aine O’Connor J
O Mr P. Chesters Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
H Sir W.W. Wynn’s Swansway S
TIMEFORMVIEW Doesn’t win much but has run well the last twice and the nature of this race should play to his strengths. Cheekpieces back on and might get involved if they go off hard.
8 DORKING COCK (IRE) (27) 311-32P D
Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Kiss Jolie (FR)
O S. R. B. Crawford
H East Antrim
TFRHHHII BHA124
9 12-0
Mr Stephen Connor J
S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEW Usefulhunterchaserwhoshouldhavewonwhennecksecondof8toVauceletatDownRoyal in December Tame display at the Festival last time and others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA132
9 DROP FLIGHT (FR) (20) P00-322
Br B g Martaline - Cindy Flight (FR)
8 12-0
Mr Ben Sutton J
O Mr N. Sutton S. Loxton, Bruton T
H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning chaser in France. Has returned with a trio of placed efforts in hunters for this yard but more needed in this company
TFRHHIII BHA121
10 ENVOYE SPECIAL (FR) (43) 41-1113 D
Br Br g Coastal Path - Santa Bamba (FR)
9 12-0
Mr James King J
O Mrs P. Bunter Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T
H Seavington
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who completed a four-timer at Ffos Las in February and was far from discredited at Wincanton next time. Can’t be completely dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA119
11 FAMOUS CLERMONT (FR) (27) P11116
Br B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Progest des Mottes (FR)
O Biddiscombe, Rousell, Collins & Rogers
8 12-0
Mr William Biddick J
C. R. Barber, Beaminster T
H Cattistock Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Multiplepointwinnerandusefulforminhunterchases.TravelledwellforalongwaywhensixthinFestival Challenge Cup at Cheltenham, so this drop back in trip (also tongue tied) could be in his favour TFRHHHHI BHA142
12 FIER JAGUEN (FR) (25) 312-111
Br Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Victoire Jaguine (FR)
8 12-0
Mr Bradley Gibbs J
O Mr Julian Sherriff Bradley Gibbs, Lemsford T
H Glamorgan
TIMEFORMVIEW Multiplepointwinnerwhomadeapleasingstartinhunterswhenrunner-upatChepstowinAprillastyear, travelling best Easy winner between the flags last time and worthy of respect back under Rules. TFRHHHII BHA-
13 I K BRUNEL (GB) (27) 156-11U
Br B g Midnight Legend - Somethinaboutmolly (IRE)
9 12-0
Miss Izzie Marshall J
O The I K Brunel Partnership Alan Hill, Aston Rowant T
H Kimblewick
TIMEFORMVIEW
Fairlyusefulchasewinner(at23f)forOllyMurphylastseasonandmadeasuccessfultransitiontohunters (winning pointer) at Taunton. Unseated rider at Cheltenham and this is another tough ask. TFRHHIII BHA130
14 ITS ON THE LINE (IRE) (27) 223112
Br Br g Presenting - Ten Dollar Bill (IRE)
6 12-0
Mr Derek O’Connor J
O C. C. R. Racing Syndicate Emmet Mullins, Ireland T
H Carlow Farmers
TIMEFORMVIEW Put up his best effort under Rules when second in the Festival Challenge Cup at Cheltenham last time, finishing to good effect Drop back in trip isn’t ideal and he’s not sure to be in the same form. TFRHHHII BHA136
15 LATENIGHTPASS (GB) (39) F11-211 CD
Br B g Passing Glance - Latenightdip
10 12-0
Miss Gina Andrews J
O Mrs P. A. Ellis T. Ellis, Rugby T
H Warwickshire
TIMEFORMVIEW Capped an excellent campaign last season by landing this event in gutsy style. Has looked as good as ever in points lately, so should go well in his bid to defend his crown. TFRHHHHI BHA140
16 LOUGH DERG SPIRIT (IRE) (33) 252212
Br B g Westerner - Sno-Cat Lady (IRE)
O Catherine Murphy/Bernice Murphy
H Ballinagore
11 12-0
Mr Jack Hendrick J
D. P. Murphy, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdler/chaserforNickyHendersoninthepast Backfromaspellinpointswithanencouraging (travelled well) second at Gowran a month ago. Outside chance if he builds on that TFRHHHII BHA131
17 MAGIC SAINT (FR) (43) 546-421
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Magic Poline (FR)
9 12-0
Miss Olive Nicholls J
O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale
John Cotton (Group) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Just useful nowadays but completed a rather straightforward task in ready fashion at Wincanton last time and has previously run well in big fields, so no forlorn hope. TFRHHHHI BHA137
18 MATTS COMMISSION (IRE) (32) 1-22331 10 12-0
Br B g Beneficial - Sonus Beo (IRE)
Mr Christopher Furness J
O Mrs Rita Williams Jack Teal, Malton T
H Derwent
TIMEFORM VIEW Very lightly raced under Rules and, while he is prolific in points, there’s too much improvement for him to find.
TFRHIIII BHA100
19 NOT THAT FUISSE (FR) (51) 111-412 C BF 10 12-0
Br B g Fuisse (FR) - Edelmira (FR)
Mr Jack Andrews J
O Mr Colm Donlon Dan Skelton, Alcester T
H Croome & West Warwickshire Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who scored at Wetherby on return and backed it up with a respectable second to I k Brunel at Taunton. Could get involved if they go too quick. TFRHHHII BHA134
20 REIKERS ISLAND (IRE) (25) 40-1214 10
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Moricana (GER)
VIEW Useful chaser who scored twice in this sphere last season. Underperformed in last year’s renewal, though, and was tailed off in a point last time.
21 REWRITETHERULES (IRE) (21) 2-3PP4P
Br Br g Jeremy (USA) - Kachina (IRE)
22 SIR JACK YEATS (IRE) (27) 55-4322
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Quadrennial (IRE)
VIEW Fairly useful chaser who was below par last season but made frame on all starts in points and has started quite well for new stable. Likely to be outclassed in this, however
BACK (IRE) (25) 4-25P42
13 12-0
Br Ch g Indian River (FR) - Stepitoutmary (IRE) Miss Lily Bradstock J
O Cracker and Smodge Partnership Mark Bradstock, Wantage T
H Berks & Bucks Drag Equimedia Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Former Bet365 Gold Cup winner who stepped up on hunter debut when second at Carlisle recently Probably not up to this level anymore and faces competition for the lead. TFRHHIII BHA115
25 TIME LEADER (IRE) (25) 31511P D BF
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Dancing Matilda (IRE)
O G&S Capper M&C Kennerley M Loran L Doyle
H North Shropshire
9 12-0
Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell J
J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich T
TIMEFORMVIEWWinningpointerforthisyardandhecontinuedthegoodworkwhenasmoothwinneronhunterdebutatLeicester (22.5f). Easily followed up at Stratford and latest run at Carlisle is best excused (broke blood vessel). TFRHHIII BHA114
26 WAGNER (IRE) (46) 3-03214 D BF
Br B g Mahler - Astalanda (FR)
8 12-0
Mr Darren Andrews J
O Merriebelle Irish Farm Limited Max Comley, Cirencester T
H V.W.H.
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful chaser at best but he’s short of the standard required to compete in this and was unplaced between the flags last time. TFRHIIII BHA116
27 WINGED LEADER (IRE) (19) 112-111
Br B g Winged Love (IRE) - Classical Beauty (IRE)
O Samuel John Hegarty/Miss Jennifer O’Kane
H Fermanagh
9 12-0
Mr Barry O’Neill J
D. M. Christie, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEW Highlylikeablesortwhowascruellydeniedinthe2022FestivalChallengeCupatCheltenhamwhen last seen under Rules. Fit from a hat-trick between the flags and looks set for a bold showing. TFRHHHHH BHA139
28 WRITE IT DOWN (IRE) (32) 16Fr42
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Kylebeg Krystle (IRE)
O Mrs B. C. Jones-Owen
H Haydon
9 12-0
Miss Immy Robinson J
R. A. Owen, Llandyrnog T
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest chaser who was second in a point last time but looks out of his depth in this.
DECLARED RUNNERS 28
TFRHIIII BHA108
2022: LATENIGHTPASS 9 12 0 Miss Gina Andrews 7-2 (T Ellis) 23 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Blinkers worn by No. 22, 24.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 23, 26, 28.
Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 7, 8, 14, 16, 17, 20, 28.
Stewards Note:
TIME LEADER: Following its run on 19/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Winged Leader (IRE), 6-1 Latenightpass (GB), 13-2 Magic Saint (FR), 7-1 Famous Clermont (FR), 14-1 Fier Jaguen (FR), 16-1 Its On The Line (IRE), 25-1 Bennys King (IRE), 28-1 Lough Derg Spirit (IRE), Not That Fuisse (FR), 33-1 Dorking Cock (IRE), Envoye Special (FR), 40-1 Coastal Tiep (FR), Cousin Pascal (FR), Dento des Obeaux (FR), I K Brunel (GB), 50-1 Dieu Vivant (FR), 66-1 Ami Desbois (FR), Drop Flight (FR), Time Leader (IRE), 80-1 Reikers Island (IRE), Sir Jack Yeats (IRE), 100-1 Step Back (IRE), Wagner (IRE), 150-1 Sixteen Letters (IRE), 200-1 Dalahast (FR), 250-1 Rewritetherules (IRE), 300-1 Matts Commission (IRE), Write It Down (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
WINGED LEADER is a straightforward, bold jumper who tends to go forward, all attributes that lend themselves to this sort of test, and he’s looked as good as ever in points recently, so he’s a solid option. Last year’s winner Latenightpass is set for another bold showing and Magic Saint has enough class to make his presence felt
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WINGED LEADER (IRE)
2.LATENIGHTPASS 3.MAGIC SAINT (FR)
130+ organisations are harnessing racing’s assets to help others
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13800 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5574, 2nd £2786, 3rd £1394, 4th £697, 5th £348. (Penalty Value £7287.78)
This is a three mile handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. 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.
colours no horse
1 JATILUWIH (FR) (32) 43-4443 D
Br Ch g Linda’s Lad - Jaune de Beaufai (FR) Elizabeth Gale (10) J
O Mr David Maxwell Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Mr G. Cherel, Mme I. Pacault et al Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWHas made the frame all 4 starts returned to hurdles this season,albeit without really threatening and his latest success under Rules was gained back in November 2019.Yard also saddles Stellar Magic. TFRHHIII BHA133
2 STELLAR MAGIC (IRE) (26) 44-P204 C D 8
Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Inter Alia (IRE) Ben Jones J
O Mr Allan Stennett Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Michael Ronayne Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to best when runner-up over 3m atWincanton on Boxing Day,and again back on track following a low-key effort when fourth of 13 at Uttoxeter last month. Still, others make more appeal here for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA133
3 COPPER COIN (GB) (139) 1303-26 D
10 11-11
Br Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - Silken Pearls Beau Morgan (7) J
O Mr P. E. Truscott Michael Scudamore, Bromsash T
B Mr & Mrs P. E. Truscott Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Emphatic winner of handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter on return last season and ran up to his best when runner-up in that corresponding event on this reappearance this time round.Shade below par at Newbury since but clearly goes well fresh and he’s not without a chance. TFRHHHHI BHA130
4 JET OF MAGIC (IRE) (54) 01223U BF
7 11-10
Br B g Jet Away - Ginandit (IRE) Angus Cheleda (5) J
O Ratkatcha Racing Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mr John Wade Tmt Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned an improved model for new yard this season, following his Hereford success with a string of solid placed efforts over 3m, including in a valuable Sandown handicap in February.Unseated early atWincanton last time but claims granted a clear round here. TFRHHHII BHA129
5 AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) (34) 132P26 C BF
5 11-10
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Mountain Leap (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Mrs Amanda Jeal David Pipe, Wellington T
B George Doyle W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed a good attitude when winning first 2 completed starts over hurdles and just touched off on handicap bow at Taunton (19f) in January.Probably best to overlook his latest run behind Hititi at Exeter but improvement is needed now upped in trip in any case. TFRHHIII BHA129
6 SAYADAM (FR) (61) 221-134 BF
6 11-8
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Catmoves (FR) David Bass J
O Lady Dulverton Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T B Mr Richard Corveller Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWKelso bumper winner who hasn’t done much wrong since switched to hurdles,winning 3 times and just behindAmerican Sniper when third in aTaunton handicap in January.Not disgraced at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m) last time and this new trip may well be within his range. TFRHHHII BHA127
7 HITITI (FR) (17) 434211
Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Val’melodie (FR)
6 11-5
Bryan Carver J
O Dr & Mrs John Millar Robert Walford, Blandford T
B Mr Ludovic Fleury et al Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWBackthrivingagainsincereturnedtohurdles(buildingupgoodrecordinthissphere),readilyshruggingoffa9lbriseforhisExetersuccess when going in again atWincanton (19.8f) recently Up another 4lb but will be a danger to all if coping with this step up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA124
8 BRAZOS (USA) (14) 002PP5
Br B g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Les Fazzani (IRE)
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
B Gunpowder Farms LLC
9 11-1
Nick Scholfield J
Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T
Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on low-key reappearance when runner-up at Cheltenham (3m) in December However, it’s been all downhill since and he needs to bounce back in a major way TFRHIIII BHA120
TIMEFORMVIEW
Looked very much on the up when winning handicaps at around this trip on his first 2 starts of last season Fair to say that things haven’t gone to plan since but he’s been given a real chance by the assessor and perhaps the first-time blinkers will help spark a return to form. TFRHHHHH BHA118
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2022: FLASHING GLANCE 9 11 11 Dylan Kitts 15-2 (Tom Lacey) 5 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5. Stewards Note: AMERICAN SNIPER: Following its run on 10/3/2023 it was reported that the horse raced too soon.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Jet of Magic (IRE), 10-3 Hititi (FR), 15-2 Take Your Time (IRE), 8-1 Sayadam (FR), 11-1 Copper Coin (GB), 12-1 Jatiluwih (FR), 14-1 Stellar Magic (IRE), American Sniper (IRE), 150-1 Brazos (USA)
Having been given a serious chance by the handicapper, it would be no surprise were TAKE YOUR TIME to stage a revival equipped with first-time blinkers. Stablemate Jet of Magic looks a big threat judged on his solid effort in a Grade 3 Sandown handicap in February but whether he has much in hand of his current mark remains to be seen. Consequently, the selection may have most to fear from Copper Coin, who is interesting back from a break (goes well fresh), and the hat-trick seeking Hititi. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
PLAY SMARTER
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
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) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. colours no horse
This two miles and half a furlong handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 100. 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.
1 MAN OF THE SEA (IRE) (160) 41-1215 D
Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Hurricane Lily (IRE) Joe Anderson (7)
O Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
B Stephanie Hanly
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful Flat winner who also scored over hurdles on Jersey in July and landed a 2m Stratford handicap on his return to Britain in October However, absent since a below-par display at Exeter the following month.Yard also saddles Tuscan Rose. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 FOREVER DES LONG (FR) (52) 12-5400 8
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Fetuque Du Moulin (FR) David Noonan J
O DYDB Marketing Limited Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove
B MME Adeline Lepresle et al
Equine Water Treadmll, Equestrian Direct LTD S
TIMEFORMVIEW Market Rasen winner for Philip Hobbs last spring but ended his time with that yard on a low note and well held all 3 starts for present connections.Tongue strap applied. TFRHIIII BHA98
3 ROBINSVILLE (GB) (102) 0-050
6 11-10
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - This Town Brendan Powell J
O John and Heather Snook Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B John & Heather Snook Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Out of an unraced sister to connections’ top-class hurdler/chaser Thistlecrack but hasn’t shaped with much promise in maiden/novice company so far. Still, he’s worth a second look in the betting now pitched into a handicap. TFRHHIII BHA96
4 NOBLE SAVAGE (IRE) (17) 450-620
8 11-10
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Callerdiscallerdat (IRE) Jordan Nailor J
O Walker White Jenkins and Old Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Patrick Griffin P3P Partners LLP S
TIMEFORMVIEWGot back on track when second of 5 in handicap atWincanton (21.4f) last month,first past the post but demoted for hanging left and hampering the runner-up. However, he wasn’t in the same form there recently and now drops back in trip. TFRHHHII BHA96
5 GAVIN (GB) (170) 26-F550 D
5 11-8
Br B g Bated Breath - Under Milk Wood Charlie Hammond J
O Mr P. Ponting Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge T
B Seasons Holidays PLC
TIMEFORMVIEWMore miss than hit on the Flat during the summer and it was a similar story returned to this sphere during the autumn. Needs to bounce back from a break here TFRHHIII BHA94
6 HO QUE OUI (FR) (113) 613550
Br Ch m Network (GER) - Highest Card (FR)
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
B Haras de Saint Voir SCA
6 11-5
Mr Gearoid Harney (7) J
Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T
Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler in France and produced her best effort for this yard when scoring over fences at Ffos Las in October Below par since, though, and it’s hard to know what to expect of her now back over hurdles TFRHIIII BHA91
7 FAERIE CUTLASS (GB) (24) 0650
5 11-4
Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Faerie Reel (FR) David Bass J
O Mrs E. A. Kellar Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T
B Mrs E. Kellar The Taylor Kellar Partnership S
TIMEFORMVIEW Has hinted at promise in a bumper and in a trio of novice events in this sphere. Can be expected to improve now that she ventures down the handicap route and it’ll be interesting to see what the market has to say.
8 PHOENIX RISEN (GB) (42) 066-0P3
Br Ch g Conduit (IRE) - Tchatchacoya (FR)
O Mike & Maggie Horton
TFRHHHHH BHA90
6 11-3
David Prichard (5) J
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Mrs Hylda Mills Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORMVIEW Produced his best effort to date by some way when third of 14 in first-time cheekpieces over 19f here last month.
Likely to be in the mix off the same mark with this drop in trip a potentially good move.
TFRHHHHI BHA89
9 SECRET POTION (GER) (31) P5P20-5 D
Br B g Dabirsim (FR) - Sola Gratia (IRE) James Davies J
O Mr Paul Carter And Mr Chris Down Chris Down, Cullompton T
B Gestut Karlshof Woodwarm Stoves S
TIMEFORMVIEW Went close on the Flat in November but has failed to fire both starts in this sphere for present yard, including over 19f here last time. Others are more appealing.
10 SASSIFIED (IRE) (65) 6400
5 11-0
Br Ch g Excelebration (IRE) - Satwa Pearl Micheal Nolan J
O Mr John P. McManus Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B 21st Century Farms Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful on Flat in Ireland for Johnny Murtagh.Yet to make an impact over hurdles,unable to improve for the switch to handicap company/fitting of cheekpieces here (19f) last time, but he’s not one to write off just yet
11 SYR MAFFOS (IRE) (103) 03-3005 5 11-0
Br B g Mount Nelson - Maple Mons (IRE) Stan Sheppard J
O Mrs T. P. James Tom Lacey, Woolhope
B P. R. Charles Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to trouble the judge but it’s still early days and he’s now 10lb lower in the weights compared to when making his handicap debut at Uttoxeter in September.Worth a second look with first-time blinkers enlisted.
12 NORDY LORDY (GER) (80) 1-0000 D
HHHII BHA86
6 10-7
Br B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Nur Bani (GER) Alan Johns J
O Bovian Racing Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Stall Alemannia Dragonbet, Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of sole start between the flags but hasn’t shown much under Rules so far and big step forward needed now pitched into a handicap. TFRHHIII BHA79
13 TUSCAN ROSE (IRE) (21) 0065
5 10-6
Br B m Milan - Ma Furie (FR) Bryan Carver J
O fighting chance syndicate Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Jonathan Whymark
TIMEFORMVIEW Little to shout about in a bumper/3 starts over hurdles to date, and she’s another who needs to improve considerably now making the switch to handicap company
14 GORCOMBE MOONSHINE (GB) (34) 652663
Br B g Alqaahir (USA) - Seemma
O Mr Phill Meaden Robert Walford, Blandford T
B Mr Phill Meaden Gorcombe Extreme Sports S
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden following 10 attempts in this sphere but latest third in a 15-runner Exeter handicap (16.7f) was one of his better efforts. Ridden a bit too aggressively on that occasion and he’s a player off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA75
15 PRESGRAVE (IRE) (34) P64300
6 10-2
Br B g Camelot - Alamouna (IRE) Bryony Frost J
O Frost Racing Club Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T
B Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud A S Trade Car Sales S
TIMEFORMVIEW Solid third of 15 over 19f here in November but has failed to back that effort up in 2 subsequent starts, and record in this sphere stands at 0-14. TFRHHIII BHA72
16 GHYLL MANOR (IRE) (104) 30P 4 10-2
Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Jubilant Lady (USA) Max Kendrick J
O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW No show in 3 starts in juvenile hurdles late last year Still, it wouldn’t be the biggest of surprises were he to be seen in a better light now handicapping and market check advised.
TFRHHIII BHA78
17 LA REFERI (IRE) (14) P06 4 10-2
Br Ch f Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Referio (IRE)
Tom Buckley (3) J
O Atlantic Friends Racing Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Looks very limited judged on what she’s shown over hurdles to date and she’s a long way out of the weights for this handicap debut.
TFRHIIII BHA65
2022: KOLISI (IRE) 4 10 7 Tom Scudamore 8-11 (David Pipe) 12 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 17. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 15, 16. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 8, 9, 10, 14.
DECLARED RUNNERS 17
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Phoenix Risen (GB), 13-2 Gorcombe Moonshine (GB), 15-2 Faerie Cutlass (GB), 8-1 Man of The Sea (IRE), 17-2 Noble Savage (IRE), 12-1 Sassified (IRE), 14-1 Syr Maffos (IRE), 20-1 Ghyll Manor (IRE), 22-1 Gavin (GB), Presgrave (IRE), 25-1 Nordy Lordy (GER), 28-1 Robinsville (GB), 33-1 Secret Potion (GER), 40-1 Ho Que Oui (FR), 50-1 Tuscan Rose (IRE), 66-1 Forever des Long (FR), 250-1 La Referi (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Solid options are thin on the ground and while FAERIE CUTLASS can hardly be considered as such following 3 low-key efforts in novice company, she very much appeals as the type to raise her game now handicapping off a realistic opening mark. If able to build on his latest improved effort here, Phoenix Risen should have a big role to play, while Gorcombe Moonshine and Syr Maffos are others to consider
for maiden four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2086, 2nd £1043, 3rd £521, 4th £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)
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.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 HI TRIG (GB) (-) 6 11-4
Br B g Stimulation (IRE) - Lily Le Braz James Davies J
O Mr M. Brown Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn T
B M. L. Brown
TIMEFORMVIEW Stimulation gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Bard of Brittany, stays 3m. Dam (b75) ran twice in bumpers. Yard 0-16 with their runners in this sphere in last 5 seasons. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 IDAMIX (FR) (-) 5 11-4
Br B g Al Namix (FR) - Lonita d’Airy (FR) David Bass J
O Lady Dulverton Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T
B Mrs Benedicte Charoy & Mr Feycal Zabat Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW€40,000 3-y-o,Al Namix gelding.Half-brother to fair French 2 1/4m chase winner Hudson Dubreau and French bumper/2 1/4m chase winner Tonia d’Airy.Dam 19f chase winner in France Yard boast a sound record in this sphere and worth noting if market speaks in his favour TFRHHHII BHA-
3 IL VA DE SOI (FR) (62) 33-2 BF
5 11-4
Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Vara des Champs (FR) Paul O’Brien J
O The Merry Makers Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn T
B Mr Denis Fontaine et al All Sport Insurance Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gris De Gris gelding who was placed both starts in Irish points (latest April 2022) and promise on Rules/bumper debut when second in 8-runner event at Kempton (2m) in February, running green straight but keeping on well final 1f.Type to do better. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 JUST ORLANDO (GB) (135) 00
6 11-4
Br B g Universal (IRE) - Adiynara (IRE) David Noonan J
O FSF Racing Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove T
B Mrs H. R. Cross & Mrs S. A. Keys Equine Water Treadmll, Equestrian Direct LTD S
TIMEFORMVIEW Big prices and well held both starts in bumpers late last year. Can only be watched TFRHIIII BHA-
5 PARSONS STONE (IRE) (69) 4-0
6 11-4
Br Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Tetou (IRE) Ben Jones J
O Mrs V. James Robert Stephens, Caldicot T
B Mr J. P. Dwan Capital Windscreens & Body Glass Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Leading Light gelding who showed a bit when mid-field in a Worcester bumper (16f, good to soft) on debut back in summer 2021. However, well held on belated return at Chepstow (2m) in February. Hood on 1st time. TFRHIIII BHA-
6 EDE’IFFS ROCK (GB) (14) 3
5 10-11
Br B m Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Ede’iff Ben Ffrench Davis (7) J
O Mr A. Lees Bill Turner, Sherborne T
B Mr A. F. Lees
TIMEFORMVIEWBred to be a stayer and shaped with a little encouragement with that in mind when third in aWarwick bumper on debut 2 weeks ago,staying on well final 1f.This looks a stronger contest however and she may find a few too good again. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 MADAME BIJOUX (GB) (159) 0
5 10-11
Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Madam Be Harry Reed J
O Mrs Caroline Louise Balmer and Partner Brian Barr, Sherborne T B Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Geordieland filly. Dam fair maiden hurdler (stayed 23f) out of temperamental chaser (3 1/4m-3 1/2m winner) Mrs Be. 66/1, well held seventh in 9-runner Wincanton bumper on debut back in November Can only be watched here. TFRHIIII BHA-
8 CALL TO DUTY (IRE) (-)
4 10-10
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Gaye Memories Tom Bellamy J
O Mrs N. Turner & Mrs E. Fenton
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B The Beeches Stud Ltd Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEWSoldier of Fortune gelding Dam (h104),19f-3m hurdle winner,sister to fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser (winner up to 3m) Simon and fairly useful 2 1/2m hurdle winner Taking My Cut. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 GEEZER ROCKSTAR (IRE) (-) 4 10-10
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Rock’s Field (IRE) Lorcan Murtagh J
O Doubtfire, Haring, Thornton & Davies Harry Fry, Corscombe T
B The Culloty Family Grosvenor Sport S
TIMEFORMVIEW €55,000 3-y-o, Getaway gelding. Dam (c89/h107), 2 3/4m hurdle winner, sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f) Themoonandsixpence.Yard enjoy plenty of success in this sphere and he’s a noteworthy newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-
10 JACKPOT D’ATHOU (FR) (26) 23 BF 4 10-10
Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Victoire d’Athom (FR) Bryony Frost J
O Giles, Ferguson, Hogarth, Mason, McGoff Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mrs Marie-Josee Corbin Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW €165,000 purchase on the back of finishing runner-up sole start in a French bumper and he again displayed plenty when third in a big-field Kempton bumper on debut for his new yard 26 days ago. Should be firmly in the mix again on that evidence. TFRHHHHH BHA-
11 PESCATORIUS (IRE) (-) 4 10-10
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Lisdaleen (IRE) Ben Poste J
O Mrs Raqui Campbell Hill Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water T
B Stephen Campion Clay Street Property Consultants S
TIMEFORMVIEW €18,000 3-y-o, Getaway gelding Dam point winner/lightly-raced maiden hurdler Rates a likely outsider on racecourse bow. TFRHHIII BHA-
12 SPARKLING DUKE (IRE) (-) 4 10-10
Br B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Sparkling Sword Harry Kimber (3) J
O The Wychwood Partnership Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW€80,000 3-y-o.Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/smart chaserWoundedWarrior and useful hurdler/chaser Sword of Destiny. Dam. useful bumper winner Market should unearth some clues with yard also saddling Star of Affinity TFRHHHII BHA-
13 STAR OF AFFINITY (IRE) (-) 4 10-10
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Nansheen (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O Kennington, Reed, Sharp & Goodsir Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Crossogue Bloodstock Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW£80,000 3-y-o,Affinisea gelding. Dam (b79),ran twice in bumpers,closely related to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) O Maonlai and bumper winner Flirtatious Girl. Betting should prove a useful guide ahead of debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
2022: FINAL ENCORE 5 11 4 Tom O’Brien 10-3 (Hughie Morrison) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 2, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Jackpot d’Athou (FR), 4-1 Il Va de Soi (FR), 6-1 Geezer Rockstar (IRE), 9-1 Star of Affinity (IRE), 11-1 Idamix (FR), Sparkling Duke (IRE), 14-1 Ede’iffs Rock (GB), Call To Duty (IRE), 33-1 Hi Trig (GB), 50-1 Pescatorius (IRE), 66-1 Parsons Stone (IRE), 100-1 Madame Bijoux (GB), 200-1 Just Orlando (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Runner-up on his sole start in France, JACKPOT D’ATHOU again ran with plenty of promise when third in a big-field Kempton bumper on debut for Paul Nicholls last month and a repeat should see him play a lead role once more here. Il Va de Soi similarly showed a good deal to work on himself on debut and is feared, with Geezer Rockstar and Idamix a couple of the newcomers to note.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JACKPOT D’ATHOU (FR) 2.IL VA DE SOI (FR) 3.GEEZER ROCKSTAR (IRE)
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
Wheelchair Viewing
There is a Special Viewing Area adjacent to the Course and Paddock.
Photographs
First Race 2.00 - THE C&D SOUTHWEST OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3277 to the winning horse The second to receive £1639, and the third £818. for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. 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. 7 entries at £32. - Closed April 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2849; Second £1425; Third £712. (Penalty Value £3277.72) HC
SEE PAGE 7 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.35 - THE PONY RACING PATHWAY NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £44 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 3lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 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. 21 entries at £44. - Closed April 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3672; Second £1837; Third £918; Fourth £459. (Penalty Value £4792.48)
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.10 - THE BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH NOVICES’ 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 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 7th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 1st, 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. 31 entries at £36. - Closed April 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.45 - THE ANNIE BARRETT BIRTHDAY 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 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £51 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 1st, 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. 21 entries at £51. - Closed April 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4160; Second £2080; Third £1040; Fourth £520; Fifth £260. (Penalty Value £5439.43)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE DAVE CRIDDLE TRAVEL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7287 to the winning horse The second to receive £3353, the third £1676, the fourth £839 and the fifth £418. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £65 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 1st, 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. 14 entries, 1 at £13 and 13 at £65. - Closed April 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £5574; Second £2786; Third £1394; Fourth £697; Fifth £348. (Penalty Value £7287.78)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.55 - THE INVEST SOUTHWEST 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, April 7th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 1st, 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. 26 entries at £36. - Closed April 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.25 - THE EVENING MEETING THURSDAY 27TH 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 7th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. 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. 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 ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 29 entries at £24. - Closed April 7th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
