Taunton Racecard – Thursday 14th December

THE DAVE CRIDDLE TRAVEL FESTIVE FIXTURE Thursday 14th December 2023 Official Programme & Form Guide £3.00

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11 TARA POINT (25) F1/1-13 CD Br Gr m Kayf Tara - Poppet O Mr R. J. H. Geffen B Mr R. J. H. Geffen

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9-0

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

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

TFR★★★★★ BHA135

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

7. Dam 8. Days since last run 9. Form 10. Age 11. Weight carried 12. Form guide

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13. Breeder 14. Trainer 15. Jockey 16. Sponsor

Star Ratings Explained

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

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

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

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

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

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THE DAVE CRIDDLE TRAVEL FESTIVE FIXTURE THURSDAY 14TH DECEMBER, 2023 Today’s Schedule Page Time Race 8

11.45pm

The Blackdown Motor Company Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race

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12.20pm

The Kings College Taunton Junior ‘National Hunt’ Hurdle (GBB Race)

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12.55pm

The Jetset Tours and Flights Novices’ Hurdle (DIV I) (GBB Race)

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1.30pm

The Jetset Tours and Flights Novices’ Hurdle (DIV II) (GBB Race)

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2.05pm

The Canadian Affair Holidays and Flights Novices’ Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

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2.40pm

The Classic Collection Holidays Handicap Hurdle Race

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3.15pm

The Dave Criddle Travel Handicap Chase

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3.50pm

The Christmas Meeting 30TH December Handicap Hurdle Race

Today’s Officials Stewards

G. Upton (Chief Steward) J. Goodman (Stewards’ Panel Chair) C. Hill H. Kinsella F. Sweeney

Starters

Clerk of the Course J. Loosemore

Safeguarding Officer T. Hill

Commentator R. Hoiles

W. Jordan C. McKee

Betting Ring Manager

V. Moore

Judge

Medical Officers

G. Lewis

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

Clerk of the Scales

R. Cuthbert

Veterinary Surgeons

Veterinary Officer

A. F. Lees, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S. T. Gliddon, B.V.Sc., Cert.E.P., M.R.C.V.S. M. Peaty, B.V.Sc, Cert.E.P., Cert.E.S. (Orth), M.R.C.V.S.

G. Potts

Handicapper J. Norris

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

S. Fox S. Shilston D. Stone

Vice Presidents J.S.B. White

Taunton Racecourse Company Ltd Directors: D.H. Griffin (Chairman), G Henderson, N. Engert, R. J. Young (Managing), R.P. Blackburn

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First Race 11.45 The Blackdown Motor Company Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8850 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3575, 2nd £1787, 3rd £894, 4th £447, 5th £223.

(Penalty Value £4673.68) 23 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 104y

Race Description

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Novice 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. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October. This particular two miles and half a furlong novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged three-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

1 ZUFAL (GB) (54) 0/P-40

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Br B g Worthadd (IRE) - Easy To Sing O Frost Racing Club B Aunty Ifl

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12-0

Ellis Collier (7) J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler. Only ninth of 10 in novice hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, heavy) 54 days ago.

Makes handicap debut with work to do.

TFRHHIII BHA100

2 OMAHA WISH (FR) (38) 130-34

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11-13

Br B m Night Wish (GER) - Chattleya (FR) Tristan Durrell (5) J O Mr Stephen Bough Dan Skelton, Alcester T B E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEW Point winner and in the frame in novice hurdles at Bangor and Hereford this term. Not ruled out now going into handicaps.

TFRHHHII BHA99

3 PHOENIX AQUILUS (IRE) (15) 30P-032 Br B g Slade Power (IRE) - Permsiri (IRE) O Phoenix Aquilus Partnership B Mr Michael Kelly

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11-12

James Bowen J Seamus Durack, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful staying handicapper on Flat at best but just a modest maiden over hurdles. Showed an aptitude for chasing when placed at Ludlow and Hereford last two runs. Solid claims again back in this sphere.

TFRHHHII BHA98

4 QUIAN (GER) (14) 6-05

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Quiana (GER) O Energy Bunnies Racing Club B Mr Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

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11-12

Jack Quinlan J Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood T

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer on Flat (stays 2m) at one time but seems only modest at best over hurdles. More is needed on his TFRHHIII BHA98 handicap hurdle debut.

5 JOHNNY BOOM (IRE) (28) 6P50/-2 Br Ch g New Bay - Moody Blue (IRE) O D Gilbert, A Bruce, G Wills B Oghill House, Sledmere Stud & D. Hyland

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11-10

Finn Lambert (5) J Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh T

TIMEFORMVIEWA fair winner at 12f on Flat for his current yard who also posted a very good second of 15 after 8 months off in handicap hurdle over C&D 28 days ago, travelling strongly long way. Form has been franked so he’s a big player.

TFRHHHHH BHA96

6 NO MEAN FEAT (IRE) (32) P-003P Br B g Milan - Steel Lady (IRE) O Racehorse Ownership Club B The Cedars Stud

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11-9

Nick Scholfield J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Racehorse Ownership Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sole start in points and just poor form to date under Rules, also pulled up on his handicap bow at Ffos Las last month. Hard to warm to.

TFRHHIII BHA95

7 KING’S CASTLE (IRE) (150) 004-U Br B g Camelot - Kikonga O Mr Darren Langley B Kikonga Syndicate

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11-9

Rex Dingle J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. 4/1, last of 5 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f) in July. Switches to hurdles and others more persuasive.

TFRHHIII BHA95

8 MOONSHINE SPIRIT (GB) (17) 523000 Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Liqueur Rose O The FOB Racing Partnership 5 B C. F. C. Jackson

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11-9

Liam Harrison J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who came in only eleventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) 17 days ago, folding.

Needs to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA95

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9 DANCING HARRY (IRE) (24) 5324-

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11-9

James Davies J Roger Teal, Lambourn T Fishdance Ltd S

Br B g Camelot - Poisson d’Or O Fishdance Ltd B Fishdance

TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winner at 14f on Flat. Also showed some promise in four runs in this sphere last winter so he needs considering on only his second go in handicaps.

TFRHHHII BHA95

10 KARLOSS (IRE) (64) 000/00-1

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Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Shesmar (IRE) O Mr B. Healy B Mrs F. Hand

11-8

Adam Wedge J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T Solstice S

TIMEFORMVIEW Gambled on and much improved on yard debut (formerly with Ian O’Connor) when landing 12-runner handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) 64 days ago. Not taken lightly despite a 8lb hike in the weights.

TFRHHHHI BHA94

11 CHADLINGTON LAD (IRE) (274) 0/20002-

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Br B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Fuaigh Mor (IRE) O Chadlington Partnership B Ruskerne Ltd

11-8

Brendan Powell J Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who ended last term with a good second at Huntingdon (2m) in March for Ben Pauling.

Since had a wind op and not ruled out for his new yard.

TFRHHHII BHA94

12 SOUS SURVEILLANCE (GB) (157) P64-0

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Br B g Passing Glance - Liddle Dwiggs O Mr Martyn Butler B Martyn Butler

11-2

Ben Ffrench Davis (5) J Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T High View Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden on the Flat and not enough encouragement over hurdles to make him of interest in this.

TFRHHIII BHA88 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: FORCE DE FRAP (FR) 7 10 9 Harrison Beswick 16-1 (Emma-Jane Bishop) 14 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11.

Stewards Note: ZUFAL: Following its run on 21/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Dancing Harry (IRE), 11-2 Johnny Boom (IRE), Karloss (IRE), 15-2 Omaha Wish (FR), 9-1 Phoenix Aquilus (IRE), 12-1 King’s Castle (IRE), Chadlington Lad (IRE), 14-1 Moonshine Spirit (GB), 25-1 Zufal (GB), 28-1 Quian (GER), 66-1 No Mean Feat (IRE), 150-1 Sous Surveillance (GB)

JOHNNY BOOM shaped very well after a lay-off when a strong-travelling runner-up over C&D last time and looks very much the way to go with that form also proving strong. Karloss hit the PLAY SMARTER ground running for his new yard when scoring at Sedgefield and rates the obvious threat with Phoenix Aquilus and Omaha Wish in the mix for minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JOHNNY BOOM (IRE) 2.KARLOSS (IRE) 3.PHOENIX AQUILUS (IRE)

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

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Second Race 12.20 The Kings College Taunton Junior ‘National Hunt’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race) for three yrs old x Total prize fund £9099 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475.

(Penalty Value £4955.32)

2m 104y

Race Description

This is a two miles and half a furlong handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2023, have not run in a Flat race or more than three previous hurdle races. 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.

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colours

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O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no horse

S Sponsor

st-lb

1 BOBACIOUS (GB) (35) 50

11-0

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - First Experience O Clear Racing B Woodstock Thoroughbred Breeding Ltd

James Bowen J Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle T

TIMEFORMVIEW Flat-bred gelding who showed only fair form in bumpers and doesn’t make much appeal first time in this sphere.

TFRHHIII BHA-

2 CATBOY (FR) (51) 0

Br B g Agent Secret (IRE) - Cadouya Girl (FR) O John & Paul Stanaway & Nicola Reed B E., K., P., & V. Leray

11-0

Jack Tudor J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed a bit of ability in an Exeter bumper but he’s likely to be brought along gradually, so probably won’t feature on hurdling debut.

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 GREAT VALLEY (FR) (17) r2

11-0

Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Mimi Valley (FR) Charlie Todd J O Mr Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester T B S.C.E.A. La Sapiniere Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to numerous winners but little better than modest form is his 2 starts, beaten 23 lengths into second at Kempton (2m, soft) latterly.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 INSIDE MAN (FR) (46) 2

11-0

Br B g Manatee - Rockburn (FR) O JAKEMAN,MASON & BROOKES B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant

David Noonan J Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW From a good family and made a really positive start when runner-up in a juvenile at Wincanton 46 days ago.That form TFRHHHHH BHAhas been boosted by the winner since and he’s well fancied to go one better.

5 KAUTO CASTILLO (FR) (-)

Br B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Kauto Tireless (FR) O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 12 B Mr Jean-Philippe Aubert

11-0

Adam Wedge J Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T FBC Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORMVIEWCastle Du Berlais gelding.Half-brother to fair hurdler/chase winner Bal Kauto.Dam,maiden on Flat,closely related to top-class multiple Grade 1 chase winner (stayed 3 1/4m) Kauto Star. One to note on pedigree, for all that he may need more time. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 KINGLY FIGHTER (GER) (-)

Br Br g Lord of England (GER) - Konigin (GER) O Mrs Rachel Brodie & Mr John Brodie B Gestut Auenquelle

11-0

Kielan Woods J Ben Pauling, Naunton T Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lord of England gelding. Dam, placed on Flat in France, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 1/4m) Konig Hall.

Respected on debut.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 LORD OF ALL SAINTS (FR) (-)

Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Tulipe de Beaufai (FR) O Mr Donald Jordison B Christian Ravier, Alban Beauzon & Robert

11-0

Ben Poste J Harriet Dickin, Midford T

TIMEFORMVIEW Jeu St Eloi gelding. Dam ran twice over hurdles in France. Not an obvious sort on paper.

8 OUTSIDE HALF (GB) (-)

TFRHHIII BHA-

11-0

Br B g Mukhadram - David’s Phoebe (IRE) O Roberts, Whittall-Williams B Roberts, Churchward, Whittal-Williams

Stan Sheppard J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Plusbac S

TIMEFORM VIEW Mukhadram gelding. Dam 2m hurdle winner (stayed 2 1/2m), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f) Bally Beaufort.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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9 PIVOTAL SKY (GB) (18) 30

11-0

Sean Houlihan J Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T GMR Couriers Ltd S

Br B g Falco (USA) - Koben Sky O Mr S. Rushworth B Elusive Bloodstock & R. W. Russell

TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to achieve much over hurdles and hard to make a case for.

TFRHIIII BHA-

10 VINNIE O’NEIL (GB) (-)

11-0

Br Gr g Farhh - Processional (USA) O Selwood Bloodstock Ltd B Selwood Bloodstock & Mr R Mahon

Alan Johns J Sam Allwood, Whitchurch T Allwood Horse Transport S

TIMEFORMVIEW Farhh gelding. Dam ran twice on Flat. Best watched unless the betting suggests otherwise.

11 SPEIRIUIL (IRE) (-)

TFRHHIII BHA-

10-7

Br B f Fracas (IRE) - Something Graceful O Molly and Paul Willis B J. S. Bolger

Lorcan Murtagh J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fracas filly. Half-sister to 2 winners on Flat, including useful 6f winner Sometimesadiamond. Dam 1 1/4m-11.7f winner.

TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 11 Blinkers worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 1.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Stewards Note: BOBACIOUS: Following its run on 9/11/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Inside Man (FR), 15-2 Kingly Fighter (GER), 17-2 Outside Half (GB), 12-1 Great Valley (FR), 14-1 Kauto Castillo (FR), 22-1 Speiriuil (IRE), 25-1 Catboy (FR), 28-1 Bobacious (GB), 50-1 Pivotal Sky (GB), 66-1 Lord of All Saints (FR), Vinnie O’Neil (GB)

INSIDE MAN pulled clear with a subsequent listed winner on debut and he should make no mistake at the second attempt. Kingly Fighter and Outside Half look the most appealing of the

PLAY SMARTER numerous newcomers in opposition.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INSIDE MAN (FR) 2.KINGLY FIGHTER (GER) 3.OUTSIDE HALF

The Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

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Third Race 12.55 The Jetset Tours And Flights Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (Div I) (GBB Race) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9099 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475.

(Penalty Value £4955.32) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 104y

Race Description

This two miles and half a furlong hurdle race is another for novices’. It is restricted to horses aged fouryears-old and upwards which have not previously won more than three hurdle races. Initially, the weights are set according to sex with fillies and mares carrying 7lb less than their male rivals before previous hurdle race winners are allocated a 7lb penalty for each race won.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 FIERCELY PROUD (IRE) (23) 1100-1 D Br B g Iffraaj - Estiqaama (USA) O Mr T. P. Radford B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

4

st-lb

11-7

Kielan Woods J Ben Pauling, Naunton T Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon first 2 bumpers, including a Listed contest at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day. Down the field in Champion Bumper at Cheltenham and Grade 2 at Aintree subsequently but resumed winning ways switched to hurdling at Hereford on return, taking to it well. Obvious claims under a penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 AVADA KEDAVRA (IRE) (38) 4-3 BF

3

Br Br g Milan - Miss Bobs Worth (IRE) O Mr John P. McManus B William J. Noonan

4

11-0

James Bowen J Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEWOut of an unraced sister to yard’s Cheltenham Gold Cup winner BobsWorth.Fourth in an Irish point and made a sound start to his hurdle career when third over 20.5f at Plumpton last month, staying on after mistake 4 out. Down in trip. Can be expected to improve.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 BENY NAHAR ROAD (IRE) (35) 22 Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Wonder Why (GER) O Chris Giles & Brendan McManus B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

4

11-0

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat and runner-up both starts over hurdles. Open to further improvement if learning to settle.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 CHAUFFEUR DRIVEN (IRE) (22) 103 Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Coolmara (IRE) O Mrs Sarah Ling B Kieran & Cathy Mariga

4

11-0

Jack Tudor J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won his only start in points and, while he didn’t come up to expectations in a bumper at Ascot, he offered something TFRHHHII BHAto work on sent hurdling when third at Ffos Las.

5 GEEZER ROCKSTAR (IRE) (245) 1- CD Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Rock’s Field (IRE) O Doubtfire, Haring, Thornton & Davies B The Culloty Family

4

11-0

Jonathan Burke J Harry Fry, Corscombe T Grosvenor Sport S

TIMEFORMVIEW Getaway gelding who won 13-runner bumper here (16.5f, good to soft, 11/2) on NH debut in April. In good hands and TFRHHHHI BHAcommands respect on switch to hurdling.

6 GETUPTHEYARD (IRE) (14) 0-40

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Harbour Mistress (IRE) O On Business B Parkville Stud

4

11-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding who has been well held in a brace of bumpers 7 months apart and on hurdles debut at Taunton 2 weeks ago.

TFRHIIII BHA-

7 HUCKLEBERRY STING (GB) (31) 00 Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Mayberry O BABBITT RACING & WATTS B J. Westwood

4

11-0

Fergus Gillard (3) J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Bottlegreen S

TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in bumper/hurdles debut.

TFRHIIII BHA-

8 MY FRIEND SEAN (IRE) (51) 6

4

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Kaffie O Mr David Kellett B Anthony Smiddy

11-0

Stan Sheppard J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T Plusbac S

TIMEFORMVIEW 13/2, green when sixth of 13 in a Hereford bumper 51 days ago. Quickly switches to hurdles.

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TFRHHIII BHA-

9 NOT NOW KANNE (FR) (237) 40-

4

11-0

Ben Poste J Harriet Dickin, Midford T Clay Street Property Consultants S

Br B g Arakan (USA) - Not Now Katie O Matt FitzGerald and The Songsters B E.A.R.L. Detouillon Raphael Et Frederiqu

TIMEFORMVIEW Twice raced on Flat in France, fairly useful form when winning 15f maiden on final start in 2022. Fair form when 1 1/2 lengths fourth in juvenile at Strasbourg on hurdling debut but well held in minor event on same course next time. Has left Emmanuel Clayeux. TFRHHHII BHA-

10 RYAN’S ROCKET (IRE) (35) P/1-0

5

Br Ch g Jet Away - Smiths Lady (IRE) O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ryan’s B L. Doyle

11-0

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Olive Print & Graphics S

TIMEFORM VIEW €48,000 3-y-o, £110,000 4-y-o. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Powerstown Park and bumper winner/fair hurdler Grageelagh Girl (stays 3 1/4m). Point winner a year ago. 13/2, only tenth of 13 in bumper at Newbury (soft). Makes hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

11 TALAP (GB) (209)

6

Br B g Kingman - Tamarind (IRE) O Mr G. F. Edwards B Hesmonds Stud Ltd

11-0

Bryan Carver J Gordon Edwards, Minehead T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), successful penultimate start, ran no sort of race last time. Subsequently left David Pipe.

TFRHHIII BHA-

12 THURLEY (IRE) (24) 0-40

4

Br B g Mount Nelson - Coca’s Well (IRE) O The Englands and Heywoods B Mr Ronan Ely

11-0

Micheal Nolan J Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Well held on bumper debut in March but hinted at promise when 18 lengths fourth of 15 in Wincanton maiden hurdle 7 months later.Went backwards at Exeter next time, however.

TFRHIIII BHA-

13 TREGELE (IRE) (220) 54-3

5

Br B g Mahler - Emily Gray (IRE) O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall B Suroben Ltd

11-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers and ran to a similar level sent hurdling when third of 12 in novice at Worcester (16f, soft).

Off 7 months.

TFRHHHII BHA-

14 NOMOREBLACKJACK (GB) (18) 3-0504

4

Br B f Dartmouth - Mobhi Boreen (IRE) O Mr Keiran Burke B Shade Oak Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Third on first of 2 starts in points but well held all 3 starts under Rules so far.

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 8.

10-7

Tom Bellamy J Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

TFRHIIII BHA-

2022: RUBAUD (FR) 4 11 7 Harry Cobden 8-13 (Paul Nicholls) 14 ran

Stewards Note: BENY NAHAR ROAD: Following its run on 9/11/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Fiercely Proud (IRE), 5-1 Avada Kedavra (IRE), 11-2 Beny Nahar Road (IRE), 6-1 Geezer Rockstar (IRE), 18-1 Tregele (IRE), 22-1 Chauffeur Driven (IRE), Not Now Kanne (FR), 28-1 My Friend Sean (IRE), Ryan’s Rocket (IRE), 33-1 Talap (GB), 100-1 Thurley (IRE), 150-1 Nomoreblackjack (GB), 300-1 Getuptheyard (IRE), Huckleberry Sting (GB)

Dual-bumper winner FIERCELY PROUD made a promising start to his hurdles career when winning at Hereford on return and can defy a penalty. Geezer Rockstar made a winning debut in PLAY SMARTER a bumper here in April so may emerge as the biggest threat ahead of Avada Kedavra and Beny Nahar Road.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FIERCELY PROUD (IRE) 2.GEEZER ROCKSTAR (IRE) 3.AVADA KEDAVRA (IRE)

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Fourth Race 1.30 The Jetset Tours And Flights Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (Div II) (GBB Race) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9099 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475.

(Penalty Value £4955.32) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 104y

Race Description

This is the second division of Race 3. Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for. To avoid horses being denied a run, which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority allows the race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

1 BALLEE (IRE) (14) 52-31 CD

Br B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Spartan Angel (IRE) O The Ballee Syndicate B Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey

4

st-lb

11-7

Micheal Nolan J Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed fairly useful form in bumpers and built on his yard/hurdles debut effort when running out a good winner of a C&D novice TFRHHHHH BHA122 2 weeks ago, despite doing a fair bit wrong. Open to further progress and well worth considering under a penalty.

2 BASKERVILLE (IRE) (33) 20

Br Ch g Sandmason - Starofcountydown (IRE) O Stone, McNeill & Green Families B Miss Eve Collins

4

11-0

Tom Bellamy J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start when second of 10 in bumper at Stratford (16.3f) in August and subsequent Wincanton run best excused having slipped entering straight. Interesting what the market makes of him now hurdling.

TFRHHHII BHA-

3 COASTAL ROCK (FR) (242) 4-

4

4

Br Ch g Coastal Path - Adamantina (FR) O John McGeady Ltd B S.A.S. Haras Des Rocs

11-0

Jonathan Burke J Harry Fry, Corscombe T John McGeady Ltd, Grosvenor Sport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to four winners and showed a bit to work on when fourth in a Wincanton bumper 8 months ago.

Attentions are turned to hurdling with his yard amongst the winners.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 IRIS DES ISSARDS (FR) (1) 63-42

Br Bl g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Opaline du Bouchat (FR) O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens B Elevage Laitre SCEA

5

11-0

Mr Joshua Newman (5) J Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T The Firehouse Somerset S

TIMEFORMVIEW Twice third in points and showed a bit of promise when a remote fourth of 15 on hurdles debut at Exeter 34 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHAMay do better but big step up needed to go close. Ran gamely yesterday at Exeter to finish second.

5 JACKPOT CASH (FR) (60) 5

4

11-0

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Tote S

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Fresca Has (FR) O Mr & Mrs William Rucker B Mr A. Delaroque & Mr & Mrs C. Theault

TIMEFORMVIEW €55,000 3-y-o, Cokoriko gelding. Offered something to work on when fifth of 7 in bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f, good to TFRHHHII BHAsoft, 20/1) on NH debut 60 days ago. Makes hurdles debut.

6 OUR NOBBY (GB) (629) 0P/-

6

Br B g Native Ruler - Patacake O Nobbys Mates B A. E. Smith & Co

11-0

Stan Sheppard J Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary T Polly Gundry Training S

TIMEFORM VIEW Native Ruler gelding. Didn’t offer much in pair of bumpers for Tom George during early 2022. Best watched on this belated return now hurdling.

TFRHIIII BHA-

7 PRIDE OF PARIS (IRE) (28) 05-04

Br B g Champs Elysees - Bincas Beauty (IRE) O Dallyn, De Wilde, Haggett, Metters, Yeo B Joe Fogarty

5

11-0

Alan Johns J Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple T Hartnoll Hotel S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted a good fourth of 11 in novice hurdle (6/1) at Taunton (19f, good to soft) 22 days ago, outpaced between 4 and 3 out and keeping on. Likely type for handicaps back over further.

TFRHHHII BHA-

8 TIME INTERVAL (GB) (17) 4

5

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Kuriosa (IRE) O Clan McNeil B Northmore Stud

11-0

Jack Tudor J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful 10f winner on Flat for John Flint. Hood/tongue strap on,ran below that level when fourth in 16-runner Ludlow TFRHHHII BHAmaiden hurdle on yard debut 17 days ago, no extra between last 2. May be one for handicaps in this sphere.

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9 BEHIND THE VEIL (GB) (14) 0P

5

10-7

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

Br B m Kayf Tara - Amazing d’Azy (IRE) O Mr & Mrs K. R. Ellis B Mr & Mrs K. Ellis

TIMEFORMVIEW Kayf Tara mare who had a breathing operation prior to her debut and finished mid-field in a Warwick bumper just over 3 weeks ago. Easy to back, offered little when pulled up on hurdles debut at Lingfield 2 weeks ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

10 CHATTY CHICH (GB) (17) 30 Br B m Presenting - Banjaxed Girl O Chugg, Fowler & Skelton B Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm

5

10-7

Charlie Todd J Dan Skelton, Alcester T Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEW Presenting half-sister to yard’s very smart chaser Le Milos. Promise when third on bumper debut at Ludlow (15.7f) in May. Disappointed back from 6 months off at that venue in November but not one to write off now hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-

11 DARQUESSE (IRE) (17) 0

5

10-7

David Noonan J Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove T Equine Water Treadmll, Equestrian Direct LTD S

Br B m Affinisea (IRE) - Judys Gift (IRE) O DYDB Marketing Limited B T. Holland

TIMEFORMVIEW Affinisea mare. Dam winning pointer.Well held on bumper debut at Ludlow last month.

12 JAMAICAINE (FR) (294) 23-

TFRHIIII BHA-

4

Br Gr f Martinborough (JPN) - Desideria (FR) O Mr John P. McManus B Guy Cherel

10-7

James Bowen J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a French bumper in May 2022. Not helped by a bad mistake 3 out when well-held third on Sedgefield hurdle debut in February. Down in trip on return. Open to improvement.

TFRHHHII BHA-

13 LARCHMONT LASS (IRE) (26) 321-5 D

5

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Tocororo (IRE) O Mr Michael Geoghegan B Coolmara Stables Ltd

10-7

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful form when winning listed bumper at Sandown in March and she resumed with a good fifth in similar company at Cheltenham last month. Interesting hurdling debutante for leading stable.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

14 WALKINTHECOTSWOLDS (IRE) (32) 0-6

4

Br B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Blueberry Bramble (IRE) O The Cotswold Strollers B J. F. Mernagh

10-7

Ben Poste J Harriet Dickin, Midford T Clay Street Property Consultants S

TIMEFORMVIEW Big prices and no promise in bumpers at Cheltenham/Ffos Las 7 months apart. Passed over now attentions switch to timber.

TFRHIIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 14 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 14. Hood worn by No. 1, 6, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

2022:(See Div 1)

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Ballee (IRE), 4-1 Larchmont Lass (IRE), 10-1 Jamaicaine (FR), 11-1 Coastal Rock (FR), 12-1 Baskerville (IRE), 16-1 Time Interval (GB), Chatty Chich (GB), 22-1 Pride of Paris (IRE), 28-1 Jackpot Cash (FR), 40-1 Iris des Issards (FR), 66-1 Behind The Veil (GB), 100-1 Our Nobby (GB), Walkinthecotswolds (IRE), 150-1 Darquesse (IRE)

BALLEE did plenty wrong but still managed to show improved form when opening his account in a C&D novice 2 weeks ago, marking himself down as a potentially useful prospect. He earns the vote to concede weight all round and make it 2-3 in this sphere. Larchmont Lass was useful in PLAY SMARTER bumpers and she can emerge as the chief danger, with Jamaicaine, Coastal Rock and Baskerville others to note.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BALLEE (IRE) 2.LARCHMONT LASS (IRE) 3.JAMAICAINE (FR)

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Fifth Race 2.05 The Canadian Affair Holidays And Flights Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12650 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5109, 2nd £2554, 3rd £1278, 4th £639, 5th £319.

(Penalty Value £6680.46)

2m 7f 3y

Race Description

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

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

1 HYMAC (IRE) (44) 221/32-P BF

7

Br B g Ask - Katie Cranny (IRE) O Denny, Stuart-Jervis and Walsh B Patrick McCarthy

st-lb

12-2

Jonathan Burke J Harry Fry, Corscombe T Manhole Covers Ltd, Grosvenor Sport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who has won a bumper and showed fairly useful form over hurdles. Hasn’t reached the track much, however, and recent seasonal/chasing debut at Chepstow was a tame one. Not one to write off completely.

TFRHHHII BHA122

2 BUMPY JOHNSON (IRE) (18) 41421-6 Br Ch g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Country Flora O Brocade Racing B Sean Leahy

7

12-2

Jack Tudor J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon pair of 2 1/2m Ffos Las handicap hurdles in a productive 2022/3 campaign and shaped as if in need of experience when sixth in a handicap at Exeter on chasing debut 18 days ago. Open to improvement.

TFRHHHII BHA122

3 OLD TOWN GARDE (IRE) (299) 5302P0-

Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Old Town Queen (IRE) O Mr Michael Ogburn B E. Fehily

7

12-0

Nick Scholfield J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful chaser in Ireland for Gordon Elliott but down the field over hurdles on only start for Harry Fry and up against it returning from 9 months off on debut for another new yard.

TFRHHIII BHA120

4 GAME WINNER (FR) (32) 4/212-3

5

Br Br g Diamond Boy (FR) - Quelle Eria (FR) O JDL Racing Club B Mr A. Leborgne, Mlle I. Leborgne et al

7

11-12

Paul O’Brien J Harry Derham, Newbury T All Sport Insurance Services Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWFair form when fourth at Hereford only start in bumpers for Paul Nicholls and he showed himself to be a fairly useful hurdler after,scoring at Kempton (2m5f) in February. Solid chasing/stable debut (third) at Sandown on return and should improve for the experience. TFRHHHHI BHA118

5 RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE) (28) 616-B35

6

11-8

Br B g Presenting - The Folkes Choice Tristan Durrell (5) J O 3 Sons Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Fergal Duncan & Loman Duncan Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair winning form over hurdles last season and shaped encouragingly when third of 7 in handicap chase at TFRHHHII BHA114 Kempton penultimate start. Found little at Market Rasen (23.9f) last time so this lesser test should suit.

6 HARDY BOY (FR) (14) 232432

Br Gr g Diamond Boy (FR) - Alize du Berlais (FR) O Martin & Lynn Jones B Mr Andre Jean Quesny

6

11-4

Beau Morgan (5) J Ben Pauling, Naunton T Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form over fences this term and ran right up to best once more when runner-up over C&D a fortnight ago.

Worth a chance to go one better in a first-time visor.

TFRHHHHH BHA110

7 BALKO SAINT (FR) (21) 4-22206 Br B g Balko (FR) - Sainte Cupid (FR) O Mrs Jane Williams B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant

6

11-2

Mr Peter Summers (7) J Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner over hurdles and runner-up 4 times over fences,including at NewtonAbbot (21f,good) in June.Weakened quickly back over hurdles back from 5 months off and again ran fairly back in this sphere here 3 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA108

8 GINGERBRED (GB) (21) 1030-55

Br Ch g Universal (IRE) - Portrait Royale (IRE) O Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd B Miss Sally Harler & Mr Matthew Darling

5

10-11

Micheal Nolan J Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T Holiday Resort Unity S

TIMEFORMVIEW Confirmed previous promise when winning a handicap hurdle at Exeter (18.5f) in February but a mixed bag after and hasn’t made an encouraging start to chasing career.

TFRHHIII BHA103

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9 MORFEE (IRE) (21) 2F11/-02

7

10-10

James Best J Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T We Do Vans S

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Ma Baker (IRE) O Mrs Ann Leftley B Ronan Tynan

TIMEFORMVIEW Good second of 8 in handicap chase at Wincanton (20.2f, soft, 15/2) 21 days ago.Well treated based on hurdling form and looks a big player if he can build on latest effort.

TFRHHHII BHA102 2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: HYMAC: Following its run on 31/10/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Hardy Boy (FR), 9-2 Game Winner (FR), 13-2 Hymac (IRE), 15-2 Morfee (IRE), 9-1 Riskintheground (IRE), 12-1 Bumpy Johnson (IRE), 16-1 Gingerbred (GB), 18-1 Balko Saint (FR), 25-1 Old Town Garde (IRE)

HARDY BOY arrives at the top of his game and he’s avoided mistakes on the whole the last twice, so he’s worth chancing to get his head in front with a visor fitted. Game Winner is a threat on the

PLAY SMARTER back of a positive chasing debut and Morfee is likely to be on the premises.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HARDY BOY (FR) 2.GAME WINNER (FR) 3.MORFEE (IRE)

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Sixth Race 2.40 The Classic Collection Holidays Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13650 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5513, 2nd £2756, 3rd £1379, 4th £689, 5th £344.

(Penalty Value £7208.56)

2m 3f 1y

Race Description

This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130. 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 130 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 125.

Br Breeding

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

no horse

1 SWAFFHAM BULBECK (IRE) (25) 21-512P Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Ballygologue (IRE) O Stuart Edmunds Racing Club B John O’Mahony

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

9

st-lb

12-0

Jonathan Burke J Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T Oakman Group PLC, Science Supplements S

TIMEFORMVIEWReturned to hurdles to land a Southwell handicap in September and even better form when second of 12 at Chepstow.

Found Greatwood too competitive at Cheltenham since so needs considering in these calmer waters.

TFRHHHHI BHA130

2 AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) (27) 263-001 C Br B g Malinas (GER) - Mountain Leap (IRE) O Mr Peter W. Garnsworthy B George Doyle

5

11-12

Jack Tudor J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course scorer who got back to winning ways in first-time tongue strap in 20-runner handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (21f, soft) 27 days ago, finding extra. In the mix despite taking a 6lb rise.

TFRHHHHI BHA128

3 BASHFUL BOY (IRE) (14) FF-10P4 D Br B g Magician (IRE) - Bacheliere (USA) O Milldean Racing Syndicate B Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud

7

11-5

David Noonan J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Newton Abbot in July and not discredited when fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle over C&D (good to soft) 14 days ago. Shortlisted.

TFRHHHII BHA121

4 INFERNO SACREE (FR) (165) 1141-10 Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Altesse Sacree (FR) O Mr Russell Lane B Henrieteta Charlet & Graham Porter

5

11-2

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Resumed with success in 2m2f handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot but he beat only two in handicap hurdle at Cartmel TFRHHHII BHA118 (17.2f, good to soft) in July. Sort to bounce back after a break.

5 SAMUEL SPADE (GER) (17) 2104-P4

6

Br B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Summarily (IRE) O Mrs Emma Palmer B J. De Jong

4

11-2

Kielan Woods J Ben Pauling, Naunton T Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEW A fair winning juvenile hurdler last season who took a step back in the right direction when fourth of 10 in handicap at TFRHHHII BHA118 Kempton (16f, soft) 17 days ago. One to consider off an easing mark.

6 AMELIA’S DANCE (IRE) (17) 2545-22 C

Br Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Madame McGoldrick (IRE) O C. R. Keightley B Mr K. D. Cotter

8

11-1

Tabitha Worsley (3) J Robert Walford, Blandford T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Added to an excellent record at Taunton when winning last December. Lost her way in the spring but back on song of late, runner-up at Kempton (2m) 17 days ago. Enters calculations.

TFRHHHII BHA117

7 SANTANA PLESSIS (FR) (18) 0U25/-P6 Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - La Passeroie (FR) O GDM Partnership B Mr Gerard Blais

9

10-10

Nick Scholfield J Christian Williams, Bridgend T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-Irish hurdles winner in 2020 but very lightly raced since and well below par both runs for his current yard this term. Others appeal more.

TFRHHIII BHA112

8 INDIVIDUALISTE (FR) (32) 51/-45 CD

Br Ro g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Intellingencia (FR) O Daley & Hobbs B S.A.R.L. European Bloodstock Management

5

10-8

Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWFair on the Flat in France and he got off the mark for current yard at Taunton (19f) in March 2022. First outing since when an encouraging fourth at Newton Abbot and possibly found the run coming too quickly when fifth at Sandown since.Well worth another chance off a lenient mark. TFRHHHHH BHA110

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9 JUST LOOSE CHANGE (GB) (37) 3321-50 CD

6

10-8

James Bowen J Nicky Martin, Minehead T Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S

Br Gr g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Ovilia (IRE) O Bradley Partnership B Mickley Stud, D McCain & D & F Lockwood

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in April but he came in only ninth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (21f, heavy) 37 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort.

TFRHHHII BHA110

10 SAMTARA (GB) (220) P5412-P

9

Br B g Kayf Tara - Aunt Harriet O Roger & Yvonne Allsop B Mrs Yvonne Allsop

10-7

Harry Atkins (10) J Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T FBC Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark at Hereford in March and backed that up with a fine second at Cheltenham (17f) in April. His run of good form came to an abrupt halt at Worcester in May, though, and off since (has had wind surgery).

TFRHHHII BHA109

11 IORENS (FR) (287) 1/2240-

5

10-4

Br Ch m Coastal Path - Anglica (FR) Charlie Todd J O Mrs Suzanne Lawrence Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mr Patrice Vagne Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEWTwice runner-up in novice company last winter but well below par both runs since.Off 9 months and needs to get back on track.

TFRHHHII BHA106 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: ILANZ (FR) 4 10 8 Mitchell Bastyan 13-8 (Milton Harris) 4 ran Hood worn by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10.

Stewards Note: INDIVIDUALISTE: Following its run on 12/11/2023 it was reported that the horse raced too soon.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 American Sniper (IRE), Amelia’s Dance (IRE), 5-1 Individualiste (FR), 10-1 Bashful Boy (IRE), Samuel Spade (GER), 12-1 Just Loose Change (GB), 14-1 Inferno Sacree (FR), 18-1 Samtara (GB), 22-1 Swaffham Bulbeck (IRE), Iorens (FR), 28-1 Santana Plessis (FR)

A case can be made for a few of these but it is worth siding with Paul Nicholls’ low-mileage 5-y-o INDIVIDUALISTE to capitalise on a handy-looking mark. Recent Cheltenham scorer American Sniper rates a massive threat though, while Swaffham Bulbeck can also have a say PLAY SMARTER now his sights are lowered.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INDIVIDUALISTE (FR) 2.AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) 3.SWAFFHAM BULBECK (IRE)

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Seventh Race 3.15 The Dave Criddle Travel Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16850 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6806, 2nd £3402, 3rd £1702, 4th £851, 5th £425.

(Penalty Value £8898.48)

2m 2f 40y

Race Description

This is a two miles and two furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed.

A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.

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1 CAN YOU CALL (GB) (44) 1/2104-2 Br B g Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend O Mr & Mrs William Rucker B Pitchall Stud

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12-0

Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark in this sphere at Catterick on final start of 2021/22 and bagged first success over hurdles in a Uttoxeter handicap on NewYear’s Eve.Little impact next 2 starts but back to form returned to fences when excellent second at Chepstow on comeback, clear of rest. Needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA130

2 RAFFLE TICKET (GB) (35) 3/31-1F6 Br B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Halo Flora O Countess Cathcart B Shade Oak Stud

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11-13

Harry Cobden J Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles winner and positive start over fences, winning at Huntingdon and Worcester. Still in contention when falling 3 out at Uttoxeter next time but well held at Newbury since after 6 months off, possibly needing it.

TFRHHHII BHA129

3 TOKAY DOKEY (IRE) (675) F///0213/-

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11-11

Br B g Gold Well - Charming Present (IRE) Fergus Gillard (3) J O Mr Colm Donlon Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Michael Fennessy Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful on first 3 starts back in 2018/19 but had a lengthy absence following that season. Opened his chase account at the third attempt in handicap at Market Rasen on Boxing Day 2021 but disappointed next time. Off again since (22 months). TFRHHHII BHA127

4 GUY (IRE) (27) 32-1155 D

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Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Sept Verites (FR) O W.G. & A.G. Vestey B Corrib Racing

11-9

James Turner (7) J Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning return at Fontwell in October and backed it up when fifth at Cheltenham next 2 starts. Others look better TFRHHHII BHA125 treated, though.

5 JACAMAR (GER) (200) 1054-00 D Br B g Maxios - Juvena (GER) O Mark & Maria Adams B J. Imm

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11-6

Harry Reed J Anthony Charlton, Warminster T

TIMEFORMVIEW Capitalised on drop in grade in 9-runner handicap chase at Leicester in February but below par since.

TFRHHHII BHA122

6 SKINFLINT (IRE) (243) 32/3114-

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Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Gales Hill (IRE) O Mrs Susan Anne Gent B The Red Marble Syndicate

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10-11

Bryan Carver J Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who finally got off the mark under Rules at Chepstow in February and defied a 10lb rise over same C&D following month.Too keen in pursuit of the hat-trick final start but high enough in weights now on return. TFRHHHII BHA113

7 HEROS (FR) (28) 5225-41 CD

Br B g Voiladenuo (FR) - La Colombe d’Or (FR) O Mr & Mrs Simon E Bown B Mr Didier Prod’Homme & Agence Caballis

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10-10

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner in France in 2021. Bit disappointing over hurdles last season, but firmly back on track when making a successful return/chase debut over C&D (good to soft) and he’s open to improvement as a chaser. TFRHHHHH BHA112 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: MIDNIGHT MIDGE 8 11 0 Ben Jones 2-1 (Philip Hobbs) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Heros (FR), 3-1 Can You Call (GB), 9-1 Tokay Dokey (IRE), 11-1 Guy (IRE), 16-1 Raffle Ticket (GB), Skinflint (IRE), 33-1 Jacamar (GER)

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HEROS improved on his hurdles form at the first attempt when making a winning chase debut over this C&D on return and can defy a 6lb rise with further progress on the cards. Can You Call

PLAY SMARTER was a good second at Chepstow on his comeback and is a clear next best.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HEROS (FR) 2.CAN YOU CALL 3.GUY (IRE)

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Eighth Race 3.50 The Christmas Meeting 30th December Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8850 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3575, 2nd £1787, 3rd £894, 4th £447, 5th £223.

(Penalty Value £4673.68) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 7f 198y

Race Description

This three miles handicap hurdle race has been designed for three-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 100. 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.

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1 GRASS’S JET (IRE) (12) 2-450

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Br Br g Jet Away - Emily’s Belle (IRE) O Mr J. Reddington B Ms Emily Cullen

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12-0

Jack Quinlan J Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood T J R L Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points and some promise in novice/maiden hurdles but opening mark could have been kinder.

TFRHHHII BHA100

2 TOP CLOUD (GB) (14) 6P-1131 CD Br Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Too Generous O On The Gallops - Top Cloud B Wood Farm Stud

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11-9

Liam Harrison J Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon T

TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved for new yard after wind surgery,winning at Stratford in October and following up at Hereford 8 days later (both 2 3/4m).Found some jumping issues resurfacing in his hat-trick bid at Huntingdon but resumed winning ways over C&D 14 days ago.Nudged up 6lb but further progress possible. TFRHHHII BHA95

3 OSCARSMAN (IRE) (249) 53P4P0Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Ashwell Lady (IRE) O J Logan J Rimmer & Suzy Smith B William Mangan

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11-9

Elizabeth Gale (7) J Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Plumpton winner in 2019 but he ended last term with a couple of modest efforts and has something to prove on his seasonal return.

TFRHHHII BHA95

4 LET’S GO AMIGO (IRE) (14) 004P-36

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

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11-8

Kielan Woods J Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked unlucky not to win 10-runner handicap at Ludlow (23.8f) in May, rallying after not clear run before straight. Possibly needed the run more than the market suggested when 27 lengths sixth of 7 to Top Cloud in C&D handicap 14 days ago.Visor on for 1st time. TFRHHHII BHA94

5 GYLLEN (USA) (14) P/346-61 C

Br B g Medaglia d’Oro (USA) - Miss Halory (USA) O Stables Business Park Ltd B Godolphin

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11-7

Harry Cobden J Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T The Firehouse Somerset S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a big step forward on his second run for new yard when landing 19f handicap hurdle (9/2) at this course TFRHHHII BHA93 14 days ago, unchallenged. Hit with a 13lb rise, however, and has stamina to prove over this longer trip.

6 MACTAVISH (GB) (23) 636311

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Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - On Holiday O Mr Barry Hawkins B M. W. Easterby

11-6

Richard Patrick J Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T

TIMEFORMVIEW Opened his account at Hereford in October and followed up from a 5lb higher mark with an even better performance back there (21.7f) the following month. Much respected in his hat-trick bid.

TFRHHHHI BHA92

7 WOT YOU WEARING (IRE) (20) 015311

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Br Br g Arakan (USA) - Carramanagh Lady (IRE) O Mrs V. James B Peter Tonery

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11-5

Sean Houlihan J Robert Stephens, Caldicot T Capital Windscreens & Body Glass Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed an excellent attitude when making it 3 wins from his last 5 starts in 9-runner handicap hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, soft) 20 days ago, holding on gamely. Step back up in trip could unlock more and remains of interest.

TFRHHHHI BHA91

8 BE MY SEA (IRE) (36) P56/P2/-P Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Bitooh O Mr Daniel John Bourne B Sunderland Holdings Inc

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11-4

James Best J Daniel Bourne, Varteg T

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest handicap hurdler who returned from a long absence with an effort of little promise at Chepstow on debut for current stable. Plenty to prove up in trip.

TFRHHIII BHA90

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9 JOE COTTON (IRE) (18) 11-5405

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11-3

Rex Dingle J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

Br B g Mount Nelson - Miss Compliance (IRE) O Mr P. Moore B James Murtagh

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden under Rules who failed to improve switched to a handicap when fifth of 15 at Exeter (21.6f) 18 days ago. Still early days but needs more.

TFRHHHII BHA89

10 KARAKORAM (GB) (14) 60-0036 CD

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

11-1

Tristan Durrell (5) J Grace Harris, Shirenewton T Grace Harris Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who confirmed his return to form when sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this course (19f, good to soft, 5/1) 14 days ago. Player back up in trip.

TFRHHHHH BHA87

11 SAMATIAN (IRE) (17) 2224-P3

6

Br Bl g Sageburg (IRE) - Bodhran Davis (FR) O Mr Norman Carter B Clem & Greg Rossiter

10-12

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Put a disappointing reappearance behind him when third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (23.8f, soft) 17 days ago.

Unexposed at this trip and seems likely to go well again.

TFRHHHII BHA84 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: SURE LISTEN (FR) 5 10 3 James Best 40-1 (Fiona Shaw) 12 ran Visor worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10, 11.

Stewards Note: OSCARSMAN: Following its run on 9/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Mactavish (GB), 11-2 Wot You Wearing (IRE), 6-1 Top Cloud (GB), 13-2 Gyllen (USA), 8-1 Samatian (IRE), 11-1 Let’s Go Amigo (IRE), 12-1 Karakoram (GB), 16-1 Grass’s Jet (IRE), Joe Cotton (IRE), 22-1 Oscarsman (IRE), 33-1 Be My Sea (IRE)

A competitive handicap with plenty arriving in form. KARAKORAM has dipped below his last winning mark and confirmed his return to form here a couple of weeks ago, so he’s the tentative

PLAY SMARTER selection. Hat-trick seekers Wot You Wearing and Mactavish head up the opposition.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KARAKORAM 2.WOT YOU WEARING (IRE) 3.MACTAVISH

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NEWCASTLE Race 1 11.55 2m 4f 62y 1 Classic Maestro (IRE) 12-0 2 Ffree Pedro (IRE) 11-10 3 Big Bee Hive (IRE) 11-5 4 North Parade (IRE) 11-5 5 Greenhill Gardens (GB) 11-4 6 Manfrominverlochy (IRE) 11-0 7 Amber Gold (GB) 10-13 8 Poetria (GB) 10-11 9 Kian Calling (IRE) 10-7 10 Oliver’s Island (IRE) 10-3 Race 2 12.30 2m 7f 91y 1 East Street (IRE) 12-0 2 No Cruise Yet (GB) 11-13 3 Best Trition (IRE) 11-11 4 Glittering Love (IRE) 11-11 5 Here Comes The Man (IRE) 11-6 6 Court At Slip (IRE) 11-6 7 Canelo (IRE) 11-2

Race 3 1.05 2m 6f 1 Ikarak (FR) 11-7 2 Both Barrels (GB) 11-0 3 Fortuitous Find (GB) 11-0 4 Kinder Kid (IRE) 11-0 5 Swedish Icon (GB) 11-0 6 Workhardplayhard (IRE) 11-0 7 Young Jack (IRE) 11-0 Race 4 1.40 2m 190y 1 Dare To Shout (GB) 12-0 2 Not What It Seems (IRE) 11-9 3 Lebowski (IRE) 11-9 4 War Soldier (IRE) 11-6 5 Horn Cape (FR) 10-11 Race 5 2.15 2m 7f 91y 1 Imperial Alex (IRE) 12-0 2 Tom Cody (IRE) 11-12 3 Don Brocco (GB) 11-3 4 Great Raffles (FR) 11-0 5 Just Hannah (IRE) 10-7 6 Goodoldbill (GB) 10-6 7 Old Page (IRE) 10-2

Race 6 2.50 2m 190y 1 Bridget Breeze (FR) 12-0 2 Ballyquin Bay (IRE) 11-11 3 Edgar Allan Poe (IRE) 11-9 4 Ingennio (FR) 11-8 5 Barranco (IRE) 11-7 6 Hashtag Lord (FR) 11-5 7 For Three (IRE) 11-4 8 A Cheap Thrill (IRE) 11-0 9 Belle Na Bann (IRE) 10-7 Race 7 3.25 2m 190y 1 Blazing Soldier (IRE) 11-2 2 Fort Lauderdale (IRE) 11-2 3 Frankie Lamb (GB) 11-2 4 Get A Superstar (IRE) 11-2 5 Helsgetaway (IRE) 11-2 6 Ilitch (FR) 11-2 7 Posh Et Noir (GB) 11-2 8 Teddy Mac (GB) 11-2 9 Tees Comp’s Clive (GB) 11-2 10 Tigga Time (IRE) 11-2 11 Roebuck Bay (GB) 10-9

WARWICK Race 1 12.10 1 Ellerton (FR) 2 Karaktere d’Enfer (FR) 3 Right Now (IRE) 4 Rebel Angel (GB) 5 Rue de La Mer (FR) 6 Spiced Rum (GB)

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Race 2 12.45 2m 5f 1 Bob Bob Ricard (IRE) 11-4 2 Commodore Miller (GB) 11-4 3 Davidoc (FR) 11-4 4 Globe Player (GB) 11-4 5 High Treason (GB) 11-4 6 Mahland (IRE) 11-4 7 Melton Mossy (IRE) 11-4 8 No More No (IRE) 11-4 9 Pep Talking (GB) 11-4 10 Theformismighty (GB) 11-4

Race 3 1.20 2m 5f 1 Rathmacknee (IRE) 11-13 2 Sporty Jim (IRE) 11-12 3 Blue Bikini (GB) 11-12 4 Halifax (FR) 11-12 5 Mot A Mot (FR) 11-11 6 Bataillon (GB) 11-7 7 Land Genie (GB) 11-6 8 Hermes Boy (FR) 11-5 9 Chloe’s Court (IRE) 11-3 10 God’s Own Getaway (IRE) 11-2 Race 4 1.55 2m 54y 1 Etalon (IRE) 12-0 2 Fiston de Becon (FR) 11-6 3 Blue Beach (GB) 11-5 4 Couldbeaweapon (IRE) 11-4 5 Filanderer (GB) 10-3

Race 5 2.30 2m 4f 1 Endless Escape (IRE) 11-0 2 Game On For Glory (IRE)11-0 3 Marsh Wren (GB) 11-0 4 Moviddy (IRE) 11-0 5 Somespring Special (IRE) 11-0 6 Arclight (GB) 10-11 Race 6 3.05 3m 1 Margaret’s Legacy (FR) 12-2 2 Gold Emery (FR) 11-13 3 Special Acceptance (GB) 11-12 4 Danilo d’Airy (FR) 11-11 5 Gold Clermont (FR) 11-10 6 Art Decco (GB) 11-9 7 The Late Legend (GB) 10-12 Race 7 3.40 2m 1 Junker d’Allier (FR) 11-2 2 Juventus de Brion (FR) 11-2 3 Les’s Destiny Star (IRE) 11-2 4 Valgrand (FR) 11-2 5 Jacksbar (GB) 10-9 6 Unsinkable Molly B (GB) 10-9

Race Conditions First Race 11.45 - THE BLACKDOWN MOTOR COMPANY NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4673 to the winning horse The second to receive £2150, the third £1075, the fourth £538 and the fifth £268. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 8th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse.

22 entries at £41. - Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3575; Second £1787; Third £894; Fourth £447; Fifth £223. (Penalty Value £4673.68) 23 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.20 - THE KINGS COLLEGE TAUNTON JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for three yrs old only, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2023, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 8th and pay £26 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 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 following seasons. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status, for the purpose of penalties in future hurdle races and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper. 13 entries at £26. - Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475.

(Penalty Value £4955.32) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 12.55 - THE JETSET TOURS AND FLIGHTS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (DIV I )(GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 8th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th.

Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 27th April, 2024. 29 entries at £45. - Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475.

(Penalty Value £4955.32) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.30 - THE JETSET TOURS AND FLIGHTS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 8th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th.

Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 27th April, 2024. 28 entries at £45. - Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475.

(Penalty Value £4955.32) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.05 - THE CANADIAN AFFAIR HOLIDAYS AND FLIGHTS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, the third £1536, the fourth £769 and the fifth £383. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 16 entries at £60. - Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.40 - THE CLASSIC COLLECTION HOLIDAYS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7208 to the winning horse The second to receive £3316, the third £1658, the fourth £829 and the fifth £413. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £65 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Classic Collection Holidays has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. A cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 22 entries, 1 at £13 and 21 at £65. Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344.

(Penalty Value £7208.56) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.15 - THE DAVE CRIDDLE TRAVEL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8898 to the winning horse The second to receive £4094, the third £2047, the fourth £1024 and the fifth £510. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £81 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £65 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. DAVE CRIDDLE TRAVEL has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. A cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 12 entries at £81. - Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6806; Second £3402; Third £1702; Fourth £851; Fifth £425.

(Penalty Value £8898.48) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 3.50 - THE CHRISTMAS MEETING 30TH DECEMBER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4673 to the winning horse The second to receive £2150, the third £1075, the fourth £538 and the fifth £268. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 8th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 12th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 31 entries at £41. - Closed December 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3575; Second £1787; Third £894; Fourth £447; Fifth £223.

(Penalty Value £4673.68) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.