Taunton Racecard - Thursday 11th April

THE EASTER FAMILY RACEMEETING THURSDAY 11TH APRIL 2024

Today’s

Stewards

S. Candy (Chief Steward)

G. Welch (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

C. Hill

H. Kinsella

F. Sweeney

Starters

W. Jordan

C. McKee

Judge

G. Lewis

Clerk of the Scales

R. Cuthbert

Veterinary Officer

D. Freeman

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

S. Fox

K. Corke

C. Hannaford

Clerk of the Course

R. Bellamy

Safeguarding Officer

T. Hill

Commentator

T. Ennis

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.

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

T. Gliddon, B.V.Sc., Cert.E.P., M.R.C.V.S.

Vice Presidents

J.S.B. White

Mrs H.R. Dunn

First Race 1.33

The Blackdown Motor Company Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (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) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

Race Description

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

B Mr K. D. Cotter Olive Print & Graphics S

Useful bumper winner who made a successful switch to hurdling at Warwick in November Better form in defeat at Listed/Grade 2 level since. Should be thereabouts with his sights lowered

Br B g Workforce - Upton Lodge (IRE) Caoilin Quinn (3) J

O Johnny Jump Up Racing

B Joe & Mel Power

Gary Moore, Horsham T

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Point recruit who made a taking winning start to his Rules career in a 2 1/4m novice hurdle here in January. Ran well under a penalty at Plumpton (20.5f) since. Back down in trip.

3 KING OF TARA (GB) (32) 2231 D

Br B g Kayf Tara - Hot Rhythm

O Brogan Group

TFRHHHHI BHA127

5 11-10

Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Mr P. P Symonds Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed on all 3 starts in bumpers prior to making a successful switch to hurdles at Warwick (2m, heavy) last month. Definitely more to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 LARIO (GER) (19) U13 D 5 11-10

Br B g Nutan (IRE) - Larmina (FR) Paul O’Brien J

O OLBG Racing Club

Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Mrs U. Imm Olbg S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair 11f winner on Flat in Germany in 2022.Winner of his completed start over hurdles for Anthony Charlton this winter and made a sound start for the Harry Derham stable when third of 11 at Newbury (2m,good to soft) 19 days ago. Likely to have a big say. TFRHHHHH BHA125

5 MEATLOAF (FR) (118) 1251-10

5 11-10

Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Jane (GER) Freddie Gingell (5) J

O The Stewart Family,Sir A.Ferguson & G.Mason Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B G. Garcon, J. Garcon & I. Garcon Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWDual bumper winner who overcame greenness to make a successful debut over hurdles in 9-runner novice atWincanton (15f) in November Given a break since a lesser run at Cheltenham the following month. Retains potential for his leading stable. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 SECRET SQUIRREL (GB) (37) 11-122 CD

5 11-10

Br Ch g Stimulation (IRE) - Trigger Point David Bass J

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

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Bolted up on his hurdling debut at Kempton and good runner-up efforts on next 2 outings Also fourth on AW Flat last month.Another to consider TFRHHHHI BHA125

7 CAPTAIN’S PICK (IRE) (10) 5-25P4

6 11-3

Br B g Ocovango - Knockieran (IRE) Jack Tudor J

O Deva Racing CP Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B William Larkin Deva Racing Group, NAF S

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up in a bumper in Ireland last summer but hasn’t achieved enough in a bumper and 2 maiden hurdles for current yard to suggest he’s likely to play a prominent role here. TFRHHIII BHA-

8 CHANCYCOURT (IRE) (358) 3/22/6- 8 11-3

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - She Saval (IRE)

O O’Brien & Porter

Paddy Brennan J

Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B P. J. Murphy Bresbet S

TIMEFORMVIEWThird in an Irish point before shaping well when second in aWorcester bumper (heavy) in October 2021.Not seen again until sixth in a Cheltenham novice hurdle last April. Off a further 12 months but he has the potential for better TFRHHHII BHA-

9 GIDDY UP (GB) (-)

Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Jambles

O Mr M. A. Hunt

Sean Houlihan J

Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T

B Mrs S. L. Brimble Gmr Couriers Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Black Sam Bellamy gelding. Brother to a point winner and modest hurdler/chaser William Philo. Likely outsider on debut. TFRHIIII BHA-

10 GOT GREY (FR) (225) 00-F600

Br Gr g Outstrip - Lovely Best (FR)

O Only Here For The Beer

B S.C.E.A. Haras de Treli

Charlie Price (3) J

Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden hurdler in Ireland for Gavin Cromwell and has plenty to find on form now setting out for a new stable after 7 months off. TFRHIIII BHA93

11 SKIN FULL (IRE) (16)

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Laurens Trix (IRE)

Tom Bellamy J

O Mr D. Pipe David Pipe, Wellington T

B John Hore W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £82,000 after finishing runner-up sole in an Irish point last spring but he didn’t offer any short-term encouragement on last month’s C&D hurdle debut. TFRHIIII BHA-

12 MARYOLLIE (IRE) (15) 410

Br Ch m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Maryota (FR)

O Mr Tom Malone

5 10-10

David Noonan J

Chris Down, Cullompton T

B Mrs A. L Moore Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORMVIEW £45,000 Irish point winner but well beaten on his recent Wincanton hurdle debut. TFRHIIII BHA-

13 RAINDANCE QUEEN (IRE) (26) 23/-0P0 7 10-10

Br B m Getaway (GER) - Fair Funny (IRE) Ben Jones J

O Debestracing William de Best-Turner, Lambourn T

B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed both starts between the flags early in 2022 but has shown little in 3 novice hurdles this season. Booked for another struggle TFRHIIII BHA86

14 NOBODY TOLD ME (GB) (16) 6 4 10-9

Br B g Intello (GER) - Dubka Nick Scholfield J

O Mr W. B. Hawkins Deborah Faulkner, Chepstow T

B Southcourt Stud Valley Water Services Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWFair handicapper on Flat for Jedd O’Keeffe but remote sixth on C&D hurdle debut 16 days ago.Unlikely to be of interest in this sphere until handicapping. TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2023: ILIKO D’OLIVATE (FR) 5 11 10 Bryony Frost 7-4 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran Stewards Note: MEATLOAF: Following its run on 15/12/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. SECRET SQUIRREL: Following its run on 5/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left and lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Lario (GER), 9-2 Johnny Jump Up (IRE), Secret Squirrel (GB), 7-1 Helnwein (IRE), 15-2 King of Tara (GB), 10-1 Chancycourt (IRE), 11-1 Meatloaf (FR), 50-1 Captain’s Pick (IRE), 80-1 Giddy Up (GB), 100-1 Got Grey (FR), Skin Full (IRE), Maryollie (IRE), 150-1 Raindance Queen (IRE), 300-1 Nobody Told Me (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Six previous hurdle winners clash in an interesting novice to open the card. LARIO shaped well behind a couple of useful sorts starting out for Harry Derham at Newbury recently and gets the nod ahead of Secret Squirrel and Jonjo O’Neill’s Warwick winner King of Tara.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LARIO (GER) 2.SECRET SQUIRREL 3.KING OF TARA

The Result

1st 2nd Distance

3rd4th Time

Great British Bonus Scheme

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Second Race 2.08

The Royal Ascot Lunch Saturday 22nd June Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This is a three mile 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.

B Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis NAF S

Lightly-raced maiden who came in only seventh of 9 in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Ascot (23.5f, good) 110 days ago. Not ruled

Br Ch g Presenting - Kneeland Lass (IRE)

O Chris & Giles Barber and Roger Eddy Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Kedrah House Stud Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW In good form in maiden hurdles but pulled up on his handicap debut at Wincanton (24.7f, heavy) 54 days ago.Worth another chance with blinkers added now. TFRHHHHI BHA104

3 SPARKLING DUKE (IRE) (71) 0-40P 5 11-11

Br B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Sparkling Sword

O The Wychwood Partnership

Harry Kimber J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden who has failed to build on his debut Aintree fourth. Pulled up in novice at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) 71 days ago so lots more needed on his handicap debut.

4 PLAISIR DES FLOS (FR) (15) 650011

TFRHHHII BHA101

5 11-11

Br Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Flot des Flos (FR) Paddy Brennan J

O Dr Simon Gillson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Mr Clovis Bardin & Mrs Florence Bardin Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sharp improver switched to handicaps, following up his Sedgefield win at Wincanton 15 days ago when always holding on. Hiked up 10lb but that won’t prevent a very bold hat-trick bid.

5 TECHNOLOGY (IRE) (110) 3/52P-UP

TFRHHHHH BHA101

7 11-10

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Little Fashionista (IRE) Tom Bellamy J

O McNeill Family & Stone Family Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Godfrey Greene Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade mistakes when unseated rider on his Doncaster chasing debut but pulled up back hurdling in handicap atAscot (23.5f, good) 110 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA100

6 NORDIC STORM (GB) (74) 040 5 11-3

Br B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Lady Beaufort Tom Cannon J

O Middleham Park Racing LXV Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B James and Jean Potter Ltd Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced maiden who came in only seventh of 12 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (19.2f, soft) 74 days ago. Up in trip with more required on his handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHIII BHA93

7 HAZY DREAM (GB) (350) 063U56- 8 10-2

Br Gr m Dream Eater (IRE) - Lily Potts Ben Jones J

O Duckhaven Stud Joe Tickle, Tiverton T

B C. J. Down

TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden following 9 attempts over hurdles and resumes after 11 months off here. 9lb out of the handicap too TFRHHIII BHA69

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023: PICKS LAD 7 11 13 David Bass 9-1 (Kim Bailey) 10 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5, 7. Stewards Note: TECHNOLOGY: Following its run on 23/12/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Plaisir des Flos (FR), 4-1 Pentire Head (IRE), 10-1 Sparkling Duke (IRE), 11-1 Illogical Logic (FR), 12-1 Nordic Storm (GB), 16-1 Technology (IRE), 40-1 Hazy Dream (GB)

PLAISIR DES FLOS hasn’t looked back since sent into handicaps and rates a confident choice to shrug aside a 10lb hike in the weights and complete his hat-trick. Pentire Head is weighted to go well if back on song with blinkers fitted for the first time. Illogical Logic also needs considering if back on his A-game.

The Result

RACING AT TAUNTON 2024

Wednesday 24th April (EVE)

Thursday 14th November

Thursday 28th November

Thursday 12th December

Monday 30th December

Timings subject to change

Third Race 2.43

The Summerfield Developments

Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Race Description

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. colours

2m 104y

This is a two miles and half a furlong handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. 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.

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

Br B g Carlotamix (FR) - Howrwelooking (IRE) Jack Hogan (3) J

O Mrs K. Hamilton

B Bridge Bloodstock

Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by a sound pace when off the mark in a Huntingdon handicap (20.7f) in December 2021. Sparsely campaigned since but gave some cause for optimism back from another absence when sixth of 8 in handicap at Ludlow (15.7f,heavy) 6 weeks ago,not knocked about.This should reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA98

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7

Br B g Camelot - Kikonga Rex Dingle J

O Mr Darren Langley Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T

B Kikonga Syndicate Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden over hurdles who ran up to best when good second over C&D in December Went a long way towards backing up that effort up when fourth at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) later that month so he’s not without each-way hope. TFRHHHHI BHA97

3 BASMAN PALACE (SAF) (15) 500034

5 11-10

Br B g Silvano (GER) - Noor (SAF) Micheal Nolan J

O Mr S. Reeves Carroll Gray, Bridgwater T

B Wilgerbosdrift & Mauritzfontein

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden who has yet to better modest form in bumpers/over hurdles, running just about his best race yet when fourth of 8 in a Wincanton maiden (15.2f, heavy) 15 days ago. His mark demands improvement however now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA95

4 OUTBACK FRONTIERS (IRE) (679) 6021/20- D

8 11-5

Br Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bord de Loire (FR) Ned Fox (5) J

O Mr Stephen Price John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn T

B Benjamin J. Daunt

TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a weak Chepstow maiden hurdle (2m) in spring 2022 but never carried that form forward in pair of handicaps later that year. Lines up here on the back of a 22-month lay off and others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA89

5 ROYAL JUNIPER (IRE) (48) 0-41P05 D

8 11-4

Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Exit Stage Left (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O Gee Tac Limited Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T

B Martin Cullinane Gee Tac Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner over fences atWexford forA.J.Martin last summer but disappointed on final start for that yard and not a great deal of encouragement to glean from pair of hurdle runs for present connections. TFRHHIII BHA88

6 SOIR DE GALA (FR) (10) 3-05002 BF 5 11-3

Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Solvalla (FR) Lorcan Williams J

O Mr John P. McManus Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Guy Cherel Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWNot devoid of promise in maiden hurdles and,all the rage in the betting,shaped well switched to handicaps (in refitted tongue tie) when edged out late on by more experienced rival at Plumpton (17.8f) 10 days ago.In top hands and very much of interest here with likelihood of more to come. TFRHHHHH BHA87 (+7)

7 BEAU HAZE (GB) (31) 5124/5-P

11 10-13

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Bella Haze Conor Ring J

O Mr P. Dando Phillip Dando, Peterston-Super-Ely T

B Phillip C. and Mrs Kathryn M. Dando

TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran who scored at Chepstow (19.5f) in March 2022 but very lightly raced since and showed nothing on back off 22 months off when pulled up over 19f here 31 days ago.Another likely best watched. TFRHHIII BHA83

8 DAANY (IRE) (15) 4120U5

7 10-13

Br B g Pivotal - Ejadah (IRE) Ben Jones J

O Duckhaven D Kenealy W Sprigg M Sprigg Joe Tickle, Tiverton T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFinally off the mark atWincanton in January and still in front when unseated rider 3 out back there on penultimate run last month. Could only manage fifth in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Hereford (16.2f) since but eased 2lb at least ahead of this. TFRHHHII BHA83

9 HOUR STAR (GB) (65) 20-50P0

Br Ch g Dunaden (FR) - Valdas Queen (GER)

O Mrs Katie Squire

5 10-12

Freddie Gingell (5) J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Katie Squire Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up on the first of 2 starts in bumpers last season Didn’t look the easiest of conveyances in qualifying hurdle runs and easy to back, fared little better than previously when eleventh of 16 on handicap debut here (19f) 65 days ago. Down in trip. TFRHHHII BHA82

10 SUMMERLEAZE (IRE) (31) 4-42560 7 10-12

Br Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Wilton Milan (IRE)

O Mrs Jill Dennis

B Michael Leacy

Sean Houlihan J

Tim Dennis, Bude T

TIMEFORMVIEW :Maiden pointer and modest form at best in trio of hurdle runs so far since the turn of the year Switch to handicaps more suitable but she is bred to be suited by much further TFRHHHII BHA82

11 REBEL ANGEL (GB) (10) 5005 4 10-10

Br Gr f Outstrip - Ambriel (IRE)

O Mrs Lynne Webb & Box 9

Jack Tudor J

David Pipe, Wellington T

B Mr W. A. Tinkler W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEWFair 5-time Flat winner who finished well held in trio of qualifying hurdle runs and no immediate improvement for switch to handicaps (in first-time cheekpieces) when fifth in mares’ handicap at Fakenham (2m) 10 days ago.Too soon to be writing her off,however TFRHHHII BHA88 (-3)

12 FREDDIE FLEETFOOT (GB) (70) 60-P020 6 10-4

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Eardisland Elizabeth Gale (7) J

O Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd Carroll Gray, Bridgwater T

B Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd Holiday Resort Unity S

TIMEFORMVIEWAppeared to take a stepforward when runner-up from a long way out of the weights here (19f,good to soft) in December butunable to build on that at Wincanton in February and likely to prove vulnerable to a few for all he’s back off his correct mark. TFRHHIII BHA74

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2023: PHOENIX RISEN 6 10 12 David Prichard 10-3 (Jeremy Scott) 14 ran Hood worn by No. 8, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11. Stewards Note: DAANY: Following its run on 27/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Soir de Gala (FR), 5-1 King’s Castle (IRE), 11-1 Daany (IRE), Rebel Angel (GB), 14-1 Wrong Way Harry (IRE), Basman Palace (SAF), 18-1 Hour Star (GB), 20-1 Summerleaze (IRE), 22-1 Outback Frontiers (IRE), Freddie Fleetfoot (GB), 28-1 Royal Juniper (IRE), Beau Haze (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

SOIR DE GALA was unable to justify strong support but that shouldn’t detract from what was a very encouraging handicap debut effort at Plumpton 10 days ago and, a well-bred individual with potential for better still, he looks the one to side with. Knig’s Castle may well emerge as the chief threat, with Wrong Way Harry and Rebel Angel others to keep an eye on.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SOIR DE GALA (FR) 2.KING’S CASTLE (IRE) 3.WRONG WAY HARRY (IRE) The

THE WILLIAM HILL BOWL STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) 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, 7th £1400. (Penalty Value £140325)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 AHOY SENOR (IRE) (28) 2-PP436 CD 9 11-10

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Dara Supreme (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Wymer & Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Mr D.P Constable Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWTop-classchaseronhisdaywithafinerecordhere(Grade1winneroverhurdles/fences)andendedlasttermwithanexcellentsecondbehindShishkin inthisrace.Effortsthisseasonhavebeenunderwhelmingonthewholebutnotoutofthequestionareturntothisvenuecouldsparkarevival. TFRHHHII BHA158

2 BRAVEMANSGAME (FR) (27) 23-2225

9 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

TIMEFORMVIEWLastseason’sKingGeorgeherowhohasn’tquitebeenoperatingatsamelevelthisterm,despitefinishingrunner-uptoHewickinthisyear’srenewal.Could onlymusterafifthplacefinishbehindGalopinDesChampsinlastmonth’sGoldCupbutinterestingconnectionsnowoptforcheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA167

3 CORBETTS CROSS (IRE) (30) r-312F1

7 11-10

Br Ch g Gamut (IRE) - Annagh Hill Lady (IRE) Mark Walsh J

O Mr John P. McManus Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr G Murphy

TIMEFORMVIEWUpwardly-mobilehurdlerandevenbetterformoverfencesthiscampaign,runningoutamostimpressivewinnerinafirst-timehoodoflastmonth’sNational HuntChaseattheFestival.Thisdemandsfurtherprogressbackatthetoptablebuthighlyunlikelyhe’sreachedhislimitonthatevidence. TFRHHHII BHA157

4 GENTLEMANSGAME (GB) (27) 1/31-21P

8 11-10

Br Gr g Gentlewave (IRE) - Grainne Ni Maille Darragh O’Keeffe J

O Robcour M. F. Morris, Ireland T

B Yorton Farm Stud & Mrs M. L. Luck

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartstayinghurdlerwhomadeafinestartoverfences,puttingrace-fitnesstogooduseandcapitalisingonBravemansgame’sfinalfenceblunderwhenlanding theCharlieHall(24.2f,heavy)atWetherbyinNovember NeverfiguredinGoldCuponlystartsinceandmoreneeded.Tonguestrapbackon. TFRHHHII BHA160

5 GERRI COLOMBE (FR) (27) 121-122 CD

8 11-10

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Ruse de Guerre (FR) Jack Kennedy J

O Robcour Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B C. Boistier & M. A. Boistier Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEWTop-classchaserwhoranoutanimpressivewinnerofC&DGrade1here12monthsagoandhe’senhancedhisformsubsequently,arrivinghereon backofafinesecondbehindGalopinDesChampsinlastmonth’sCheltenhamGoldCup.Conditionsfineandmajorclaimswitharepeat TFRHHHHH BHA170

6 SHISHKIN (IRE) (61) 121-TU1 CD

10 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

TIMEFORMVIEWBrilliantchaseronhisday,strongatfinishwhenlandingthisrace12monthsago.BlottedhiscopybookbyrefusingtoraceonAscotreappearancebutlooked incontrolwhenunseating2outinKingGeorgeamonthlaterandlandedtheoddsinGr2DenmanatNewbury(3m,soft)since.Bigplayeragain. TFRHHHHI BHA173

7 THUNDER ROCK (IRE) (40) 62-1P21

8 11-10

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - La Belle Sauvage Sean Bowen J

O McNeill Family & Mr Ian Dale Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Mrs O. Hegarty Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartchaserwhoscoredonreturnatCarlislebutletdownbyjumpingfacedwithawell-runtop-levelhandicapatCheltenhamnexttime.Muchmore assuredinthatdepartmentsince,secondatMusselburghpriortolistedsuccessatKelso(23.4f)6weeksago.Still,likelytocomeupshorthere. TFRHHIII BHA156

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: SHISHKIN (IRE) 9 11 10 Nico de Boinville 7-4 (Nicky Henderson) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Gerri Colombe (FR), 3-1 Shishkin (IRE), 4-1 Corbetts Cross (IRE), 11-1 Bravemansgame (FR), 12-1 Ahoy Senor (IRE), 28-1 Gentlemansgame (GB), 40-1 Thunder Rock (IRE)

A winner at this meeting 12 months ago, GERRI COLOMBE ran the race of his life when finding only Galopin Des Champs too good in last month’s Cheltenham Gold Cup and a repeat of that sort of performance can see Gordon Elliott’s prolific 8-y-o prove a tough nut to crack here. That said, Shishkin, who missed the Festival, is likely to put up a bold bid to defend his crown, whilst 7-y-o Corbetts Cross, who ran out an authoritative winner of the NH Chase last month, is another to consider TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GERRI COLOMBE (FR) 2.SHISHKIN (IRE) 3.CORBETTS CROSS (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Fourth Race 3.18

The Quor Systems Paperless Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13300

Owners Prize Money. 1st £5372, 2nd £2685, 3rd £1343, 4th £672, 5th £335. (Penalty Value £7023.73)

Race Description

This is a two mile handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.

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

Br B g Martaline - Steel Dancer (FR) Charlie Deutsch J

Venetia Williams Racehorse Syndicate V Venetia Williams, Hereford T B Ecurie Maulepaire et al Faucets Limited S

Made a winning start for this yard on the back of a lengthy absence at Ludlow in January 2023 but has looked one with problems since,possibly flattered

Jones J

O A Midgley, R J Hodges Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B R. J. Hodges & A. Midgley

TIMEFORMVIEW Hit the target 3 times last term (including twice here) but hasn’t put his best foot forward in 4 starts so far this season (latest after 3 months off). Now 8lb below last winning mark but looks vulnerable all the same. TFRHHHII BHA111

3 BREAKING COVER (IRE) (85) 2/03-232 BF

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Peace And The City (FR)

O Cartwright, Langford, Redknapp, Saunders

6 11-13

Rex Dingle J

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Con O’Keeffe Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORMVIEWPointsrunner-upwhoboastedapositiveprofileover hurdles,finishingthirdonhandicapdebutatLudlow(15.7f)inNovember.Wastedwhat had looked a good opportunity on his chasing debut in a match contest at Southwell 3 months ago but it remains early days. TFRHHHII BHA109

4 WESTERN GENERAL (IRE) (71) 421-6P0

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

O Brocade Racing

6 11-12

Jack Tudor J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Ben McCabe Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame first 3 starts over hurdles last term prior to landing the odds in an 18.5f NewtonAbbot maiden.Hasn’t shown much in a 3 runs so far this time round though (twice over fences, making mistakes) and a first-time tongue tie is now applied. TFRHHIII BHA108

5 CALGARY TIGER (GB) (19) 5//113-P0 D

Br B g Tiger Groom - Sachiko

O Mr W. de Best-Turner

B W. de Best-Turner

9 11-12

James Best J

William de Best-Turner, Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEWLeft hurdles form well behind when winning first 2 starts over fences early last year Pulled up in a strong Newbury Class 2 handicap on return,but he was a long way out of the weights and shaped much better despite finishing last back there from his correct mark recently.Not out of things TFRHHHHH BHA108

6 HARLEM SOUL (GB) (25) P-6436U 6 11-9

Br Ch g Frankel - Giants Play (USA) Micheal Nolan J

O Mr Olly Watt Syd Hosie, Sherborne T

B Newsells Park Stud Sherborne Utilities Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice in Wincanton handicaps last season but not in the same form since, making no impact since returning to action in October Significantly back down in trip but can only be watched. TFRHHIII BHA105

7 LIMETREE BOY (IRE) (31) 6/35-503 D

8 11-7

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Bells Glory (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Mr M J Gaskell Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B John & Michelle Roche Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winning hurdler who has shown glimmers of promise over fences and took a step back in the right direction in first-time cheekpieces when third at Stratford (17f, heavy) last month. Mark continues to tumble and he’s not one to rule out. TFRHHHII BHA103

8 AVILES (FR) (29) 22-2P35

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Ava (GER)

O Mr Paul Hunt

5 11-6

Caoilin Quinn (3) J

Gary Moore, Horsham T

B S.A.R.L. de Chambure Haras D’Etreham Heart Of The South Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-French hurdler who found just one too good all 4 starts in juvenile/maiden hurdles last term. Again runner-up when going agonisingly close on return/chase debut at Fontwell (19.5f, soft) but failed to build on that next 3 starts. Mark continues to slide. TFRHHHII BHA102

9 FLASH GORCOMBE (GB) (15) 321321

Br B g Alqaahir (USA) - Seem of Gold

O Mr Phill Meaden

B Mr Phill Meaden

Harry Kimber J

Robert Walford, Blandford T

TIMEFORMVIEW Back-to-back winner last spring and looked better than ever when routing the opposition at Wincanton in January. Holding form admirably and notched up his second success of the campaign at Hereford (16f,soft) 15 days ago and he remains of interest despite a 7lb rise. TFRHHHHI BHA101

10 BAREST OF MARGINS (IRE) (571) 33/2F22-

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Holly Baloo (IRE)

8 11-1

Marc Goldstein J

O Mr Michael Moriarty Sheena West, Lewes T

B Stephanie Hanly Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made an encouraging start to his chasing career, finishing runner-up on all 3 completed outings in handicaps when last seen in 2022 Has since left Mick Channon and this should reveal what ability remains after 19 months off. TFRHHHII BHA97

11 MINI YEATS (IRE) (19) 54P52P

Br Gr g Yeats (IRE) - Rocapella

O Mitchell Hunt Racing Club

7 10-6

Sean Houlihan J

Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T

B Conor Hickey Gmr Couriers Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless over hurdles but he made an encouraging start over fences when second over C&D last month (probably flattered by his proximity). Possibly amiss at Bangor 12 days later and now a first-time visor goes on. TFRHHHII BHA88

12 TRIBESMANS GLORY (IRE) (19) 3P3602

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Benecash (IRE)

O Mr N. Tucker

10 10-3

James Davies J

Chris Down, Cullompton T

B Gregory Rossiter Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair winning chaser here for Tom George in 2020 and ran one of his better races in recent seasons back over fences when finishing a well-beaten second at Bangor (17.4f, heavy) 19 days ago.Task is to build on that. TFRHHHII BHA85

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8.

Stewards Note: MINI YEATS: Following its run on 23/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Flash Gorcombe (GB), 6-1 Breaking Cover (IRE), 7-1 Fire Dancer (FR), 10-1 Limetree Boy (IRE), 14-1 Mini Yeats (IRE), 16-1 Midnight Midge (GB), Aviles (FR), Barest of Margins (IRE), Tribesmans Glory (IRE), 20-1 Western General (IRE), Calgary Tiger (GB), 40-1 Harlem Soul (GB) PLAY SMARTER

Cases can be made for several so, at forecast longer odds, it could pay to side with CALGARY TIGER, who shaped an awful lot better than the bare result after 4 months off at Newbury recently and William de Best-Turner’s front runner can take advantage of another drop in the weights. Flash Gorcombe is likely to be popular in his current mood, so he’s put forward as the main threat, ahead of Breaking Cover and Limetree Boy.

The Result

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AINTREE 3.30 2m 4f

THE WILLIAM HILL AINTREE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE) 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, 7th £1400, 8th £675. (Penalty Value £140325)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 BEACON EDGE (IRE) (29) 6-1P420 D

10 11-10

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Laurel Gift (IRE) Jack Kennedy J

O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Mr Harry Browne Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW WononThurlesreappearanceinOctober AlsoagoodsecondInGrade2BoyneatNavaninFebruary but below par behind Langer Dan in the Coral Cup at Cheltenham. Others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA144

2 BOB OLINGER (IRE) (67) 253-112 D

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Zenaide (IRE)

9 11-10

Rachael Blackmore J

O Robcour Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B Kenneth Parkhill

TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classchaserwhohasrevertedtohurdlesthisterm,winninglistedatNavanandGrade2RelkeelatCheltenham(both21/2m),beatingMarie’sRock by7lengthsinthelatter.NodisgraceinbeingunabletolivewithStateMan(ImpaireEtPassethird)inIrishChampionsince.Shouldgowell. TFRHHHHI BHA161

3 IMPAIRE ET PASSE (FR) (67) 111-223

6 11-10

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Brune Ecossaise (FR) P. Townend J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A. Haras de Peyre & Mme Pascale Pa The SPORTING LIFE S

TIMEFORMVIEWWonGrade1satCheltenhamandPunchestowninunbeatennovicehurdleseason.EvenbetterformwhensecondinHatton’sGraceatFairyhouse(21/2m) andMathesonatLeopardstown(2m)thiswinter BehindBobOlingerwhenabelow-parthirdinIrishChampionbutleadingclaimsifbacktobest TFRHHHHH BHA160

4 LANGER DAN (IRE) (29) 1-6P001 CD

Br B g Ocovango - What A Fashion (IRE)

8 11-10

Harry Skelton J

O Mr Colm Donlon Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Hugh O’Connor Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORMVIEWSmartperformancewhenbecomingthefirstdualwinneroftheCoralCup(Handicap)atCheltenhamlastmonth.Hasalsotasted bighandicapsuccessoverthisC&DbutabigcareerbestwillbeneededtogetheavilyinvolvedatGrade1level.

B Mr Walter Connors

6 NEMEAN LION (GER) (30) 1-15216 7 11-10

Br B g Golden Horn - Ninfea (GER) Richard Patrick J

O Mr Will Roseff Kerry Lee, Presteigne T

B Dr. Chr. Berglar Fitzdares Limited S

TookhisformupanothernotchwhenlandingthesecondGrade2successofhiscareerintheKingwellatWincanton in February but he found the Champion Hurdle too hot to handle at Cheltenham and this isn’t much easier TFRHHHII BHA151

7 LUCCIA (GB) (30) 43-2313

Br Ch m The Gurkha (IRE) - Earth Amber

O Pump & Plant Services Ltd

B Pump and Plant Services Ltd

6 11-3

James Bowen J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

Pump & Plant Services Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwinningwaysinvaluableBetfairExchangeTrophy(Handicap)atAscot(2m)justbeforeChristmas.Comfortablybetteredthatformwhenanexcellent thirdinChampionHurdleatCheltenhamsince.ThirdinaGrade1noviceatthismeetinglastyear Racesbeyondaround2mforfirsttimehere. TFRHHHII BHA149

8 MARIE’S ROCK (IRE) (30) 02-421P D

Br B or Br m Milan - By The Hour (IRE)

O Middleham Park Racing XLII

9 11-3

Nico de Boinville J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr D. Breen Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWReallysmarthurdleratherbest(secondinlastyear’sLiverpoolHurdle)butoperatingabitbelowthatlevelthisseason,withherDoncaster wininJanuarycomingaweakGrade2.PulledupinMares’atCheltenhamsince. Othersarrivewithmorepressingclaims. TFRHHIII BHA146

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: CONSTITUTION HILL 6 11 10 Nico de Boinville 2-15 (Nicky Henderson) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Bob Olinger (IRE), 2-1 Impaire Et Passe (FR), 5-1 Luccia (GB), 12-1 Langer Dan (IRE), 18-1 Nemean Lion (GER), 22-1 Marie’s Rock (IRE), 80-1 Beacon Edge (IRE), 100-1 Mahons Glory (IRE)

IMPAIRE ET PASSE seemed to resent a switch to front-running tactics when 5 lengths behind Bob Olinger in the Irish Champion Hurdle in February His runner-up efforts to Teahupoo and State Man prior to that set the standard here and he can bounce back to form and turn the tables on Henry De Bromhead’s charge. Champion Hurdle third Luccia may prove best of the remainder if her stamina holds up in trip.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IMPAIRE ET PASSE (FR) 2.BOB OLINGER (IRE) 3.LUCCIA

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Fifth Race 3.53

The Taunton Round Table T-Rex Steaks

Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16150

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6523, 2nd £3261, 3rd £1631, 4th £816, 5th £407. (Penalty Value £8528.81) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description

This three mile handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 135. 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.

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

O G Mason, Sir A Ferguson, C & G Barber Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mme Marie Devilder et al Morson Group S TIMEFORMVIEWDefied a penalty in the manner of a useful novice at Chepstow (19.4f) in December and was far from disgraced when third in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham subsequently. Ran too bad to be true at Haydock since and remains with potential on handicap debut. TFRHHHHI BHA132

Br B g Champs Elysees - Vickers Vimy

Iles (7) J

O Lady Cobham Tom Lacey, Woolhope T

B Lady Cobham Plumbing World S

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick when narrowly taking Sandown handicap (23.5f) in December but finished well held at same course last time and needs further improvement to defy current mark. TFRHHHII BHA131

3 KNOWSLEY ROAD (IRE) (121) 1136-0P 7 11-9

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Rowanville Lady (IRE) Lorcan Williams J

O Mr Charles Pelham & Mr Henry Pelham Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mrs Noeleen Roche Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive over hurdles prior to a blip final start last term but disappointed in a couple of attempts over fences this season and has something to prove back over the smaller obstacles here. Had wind operation. TFRHHIII BHA127

4 FEIVEL (IRE) (23) FP2121 D 9 11-5

Br B or Br g Le Fou (IRE) - Much Appreciated (IRE) Charlie Hammond J

O The Boondogglers Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T

B Crossogue Stud Science Supplements S

TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged second success of this season when easily taking 8-runner handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f, heavy, 5/2) 23 days ago. 7lb higher now but another bold bid looks likely.

TFRHHHHI BHA123

5 CANTY BAY (IRE) (26) 6-1F310 C 7

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Afairs (IRE) Tom Bellamy J

O Mr Gordon MacIntosh Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T

B Michael & Bid C. Lenihan Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a maiden (19f) at this course on return in November and suited by increase in trip when resuming winning ways at Ludlow (21.2f) in February. Not in same form latest but can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA121

6 WARRANTY (FR) (20) 21140-0 7 10-12

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Ballymena Lassie Marc Goldstein J

O Ms Adrienne Gross Sheena West, Lewes T

B S.C.E.A. Des Bissons Southdowns Unleashed S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won handicaps at Plumpton (20.5f) and Warwick (19f) in the autumn of 2022 for Gary Moore but lightly raced and largely disappointing since, including on debut for new yard (after 13 months off) at Newton Abbot 20 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA116

7 TINY TETLEY (GB) (23) 30421

6 10-7

Br B g Passing Glance - Setter’s Princess Micheal Nolan J

O Mr R J Hodges & Mrs S L Hobbs Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Mr & Mrs R. J. Hodges Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced gelding who showed much improved form when second on handicap debut over C&D in February and has since opened his account in a maiden at Exeter (21.6f). May be capable of better yet. TFRHHHHH BHA111

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2023: HITITI (FR) 6 11 5 Bryan Carver 16-5 (Robert Walford) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note: KNOWSLEY ROAD: Following its run on 12/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Feivel (IRE), 9-2 Tiny Tetley (GB), 5-1 Isaac des Obeaux (FR), 15-2 Knowsley Road (IRE), 8-1 Operation Manna (GB), Canty Bay (IRE), 22-1 Warranty (FR)

THE RANDOX FOXHUNTERS’ OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) 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 ANNAMIX (FR) (33) F1P-1P1

Br Gr g Martaline - Tashtiyana (IRE)

O P.W. Mullins/Paul Kelleher/Cian Kiely

H Carlow Farmers

11 12-0

Mr P. W. Mullins J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairlyusefulchaserwhomadeit2-3winsthisseasonin6-runnerhunterchase(9/2)atGowran (25f, heavy) 33 days ago, staying on well. Much respected for top connections. TFRHHHHI BHA142

2 BENNYS KING (IRE) (44) 2-PP321 D

Br B g Beneficial - Hellofafaithful (IRE)

O Mezzone Family & Dan Skelton

13 12-0

Mr Sean O’Connor J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

H Croome & West Warwickshire Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORMVIEW Has improved with each run since returning to hunters and landed 7-runner hunter chase (8/1) at Leicester (22.7f, heavy) 44daysagoby23lengthsfromHardline,goingwithenthusiasm.Runner-upinthis12monthsagosohe’saplayer TFR

Ditcheat T

H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Usefulchaserwholosthiswayinhandicapspriortocompletingarelativelysimpletaskina7-runnerevent at Leicester on hunter debut Returns to a more competitive scenario and stamina isn’t assured. TFRHHHII BHA128

4 CAPTAIN TOMMY (IRE) (21) 3P41P1 D

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Freemantle Doctor (IRE)

O PSC Racing Club

H South Shropshire

10 12-0

Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell J

Fred Timmis, Minsterley T

TIMEFORMVIEW Already a 4-time winner this term and bagged 6-runner hunter chase at Ludlow (20f, soft) 21 days ago by 3/4 length from Espoir De Guye. Not ruled out TFRHHHII BHA119

5 CAT TIGER (FR) (44) 5P-35r3 D 10 12-0

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Miss Canon (FR)

Mr David Maxwell J

O Mr David Maxwell S. Loxton, Bruton T

H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale The Fitzdares Club S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser at his best for Paul Nicholls and found just one too good in the 2022 edition of this. Ran out for this yard at Hereford before a below-par Leicester third so has it to prove. TFRHHIII BHA129

6

when scoring in a 5-runner contest at Exeter last time. This is significantly tougher TFRHHIII BHA121

7 ESPOIR DE GUYE (FR) (21) 056-312 D BF

Br B g Khalkevi (IRE) - Penelope de Guye (FR)

10 12-0

Miss Natalie Parker J

O Mrs J. Hitchings S. Loxton, Bruton T

H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulchaserathisbestand,returnedtopositivetactics,lookedtoretainallofthatabilitywhenscoringatWincanton in February Not disgraced when second at Ludlow next time, so shouldn’t be completely dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA128

8 FOCUS POINT (IRE) (75) 111P23

Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Through The Lens (IRE)

8 12-0

Mr D. T. Hyde J

O Mrs T. Hyde T. E. Hyde, Ireland T

H Tipperary

TIMEFORM VIEW Only effort in this sphere almost a year contained some encouragement Multiple point winner who is unexposed, but big chunk of improvement is required. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 GABORIOT (FR) (36) 3-21131

Br Ch g Muhtathir - Uddy (FR)

8 12-0

Mr Harry Myddelton J

O The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

H Sir W.W. Wynn’s Swansway S

TIMEFORMVIEW Wonapairof3mhandicapsintheautumnandregainedthewinningthreadwheneasilylanding a hunter at Catterick last month. Bit more required if he’s to make a serious impact in this. TFRHHHII BHA126

10

GRAND ROI (FR) (23) 44222P BF

Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Ultra d’Anjou (FR)

O

Mr Gary Allsopp

8 12-0

Mr Tommie M. O’Brien J

Mrs J. Owen, Newmarket T

H Thurlow Allsopp & Allsopp S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser who has runner-up on Fakenham hunter debut in February and filled the same position behind Forest Chimes at Stratford on penultimate start Tame display at Exeter last time, however and he has plenty to find. TFRHIIII BHA115

11 HARDLINE (IRE) (44) 00-2142

Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Hidden Reserve (IRE)

O

12 12-0

Mr Josh Williamson J

Mrs Janet Williamson Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

H Meath

TIMEFORMVIEWWinlessunderRulessincelandingaGrade1novicechaseatLimerickbackin2018and,whilehe’sbeensuccessfulinpointssince,hislatest effortinahunteratLeicester(beatenconvincinglybyBenny’sKing)addweighttothetheorythathe’snottheforceofold. TFRHHIII BHA124

12 ITS ON THE

Br Br g Presenting - Ten Dollar Bill (IRE)

Mr Derek O’Connor J

O Mr John P. McManus Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

H Carlow Farmers

TIMEFORMVIEWLikeablesortwhohasaterrificrecordinthissphereandrananothercrackerwhensecond(forthesecondyearrunning)intheFestival ChallengeCupatCheltenhamlasttime,deniedlate.Fellinthisin2023butshouldputupaboldshowingthistimeround. TFRHHHHI BHA140

13 LIEUTENANT ROCCO (IRE) (43) P14-P23

Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Five Star Present (IRE)

9 12-0

Mr William Biddick J

O Mr Willem Van Der Horst Syd Hosie, Sherborne T

H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale Sherborne Utilities Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulonhisdayandreturnedtoformtosomedegreewhensecondinahunteratTauntononpenultimate start Perhaps found the race coming too soon next time but he’s hardly the most reliable. TFRHHIII BHA123

14 MATTS COMMISSION (IRE) (32) 310-161 11 12-0

Br B g Beneficial - Sonus Beo (IRE)

Miss Lois Teal J

O Mrs Rita Williams Jack Teal, Malton T

H Derwent

TIMEFORMVIEW Added to a prolific points record with another success last month but, based on what he’s shown under Rules, he’s out of his depth. TFRHHIII BHA100

15 REBEL DAWN RISING (IRE) (27) 4B1U-21

Br B or Br g Getaway (GER) - Meldrum Hall (IRE)

O Mr David Kemp

H Dunston Harriers

10 12-0

Mr Dale Peters J

David Kemp, Thetford T

TIMEFORMVIEW MultiplepointscorerwhoisfairlyusefulunderRulesandlookedbetterthaneverwhenlanding a hunter at Fakenham last time, rallying to regain the lead late. This is much tougher TFRHHIII BHA126

16 REIKERS ISLAND (IRE) (26) 140-243

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Moricana (GER)

Mr Daniel Cherriman J

O Mr Daniel Cherriman Alan Hill, Aston Rowant T

H South Shropshire

Usefulchaser who wasthird ina pointlast season.Has shown plenty of abilityover the years but he’s struggled in the last two renewals of this. TFRHIIII BHA114

17 ROMEO MAGICO (IRE) (25) 1-21241

Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Cyclone Lorraine (IRE)

O Emmet Mullins

H Carlow Farmers

6 12-0

Mr Dara McGill J

Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinner whoistwofromthreeinhuntersandhadplentyinhandwhenscoringatDownRoyallasttime.Tonguestrapisrefitted andhisaccuratejumpingshouldbeanassetonthiscourse,sohe’sworthchancingtogetthebetterofhisstablemate. TFRHHHHH BHA-

18 SPYGLASS HILL (IRE) (54) 2/P003-1

Br B g Morozov (USA) - Missmartinslane (IRE)

O Stephenson Byrnes Law Pallas

H Llangeinor Pentyrch

11 12-0

Mr James King J

R. Pallas, Bridgend T

TIMEFORMVIEWFirstrunsinceleavingHenryDeBromheadwhenreadilylanding8-runnerhunterchaseatHaydock(22.2f,heavy,9/1)54days ago.Hasplentyofclassand,whilehe’spronetomistakes,itwillbeinterestingtoseehowhetakestothesefences. TFRHHHII BHA134

19 TEA CLIPPER (IRE) (64) 022323 BF

Br B g Stowaway - A Plus Ma Puce (FR)

O Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head

9 12-0

Mr Freddie Mitchell J

Tom Lacey, Woolhope T

H Ledbury PLUMBING WORLD S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinlesssincescoringatChepstowbackinOctober2021and,whilehe’sshownthebulkofhisabilityremainsthisterm, he’s not looked the most straightforward recently, so others hard to have maximum confidence in him. TFRHHIII BHA132

Owen, Newmarket T H Thurlow Allsopp & Allsopp Real Estate S

VIEW Winner of a handicap here last summer but efforts in hunters this term have been uninspiring. TFRHIIII BHA124

Huw Edwards J O G&S Capper M&C Kennerley M Loran Miss Hannah Roach, Nantwich T H North Staffordshire

VIEW Fairly useful chaser with an excellent strike rate in hunters, completing a hat-trick in this sphere when scoring comfortably at HerefordinJanuary ExcellentthirdinFestivalChallengeCupatCheltenhamlasttimeanddeservesplentyofrespect TFRHHHHI BHA134

Teal J

O Mr R D E Woodhouse Jack Teal, Malton T H Morpeth

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful chaser on his day and took a step back in the right direction when runner-up at Catterick a month ago. Something to find and several others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA122

DECLARED RUNNERS 22 2023: FAMOUS CLERMONT (FR) 8 12 0 Mr William Biddick 9-2 (C R Barber) 27 ran Blinkers worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 7, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 19, 20.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Its On The Line (IRE), 13-2 Spyglass Hill (IRE), 7-1 Annamix (FR), 15-2 Time Leader (IRE), 10-1 Romeo Magico (IRE), 14-1 Bennys King (IRE), 16-1 Gaboriot (FR), 28-1 Tea Clipper (IRE), 33-1 Cap Du Mathan (FR), Espoir de Guye (FR), Lieutenant Rocco (IRE), 40-1 Rebel Dawn Rising (IRE), 50-1 Cat Tiger (FR), 66-1 Captain Tommy (IRE), 80-1 Focus Point (IRE), Windsor Avenue (IRE), 100-1 Drop Flight (FR), 150-1 Grand Roi (FR), Hardline (IRE), Matts Commission (IRE), Reikers Island (IRE), 250-1 The Big Lense (IRE)

ROMEO MAGICO was highly impressive at Down Royal last time and, while this is a much tougher assignment, the way he jumped and travelled that day indicates that there’s a bigger effort in him, so he gets the nod ahead of his reliable stablemate Its On The Line, who was just denied at Cheltenham last time. Time Leader, one position behind It’s On The Line last month, is also worthy of plenty of respect

Sixth Race 4.28

The Stables Business Park

Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11300

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4564, 2nd £2281, 3rd £1141, 4th £571, 5th £285. (Penalty Value £5967.53)

Race Description

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

Br B g Americain (USA) - Hurricane Society (IRE)

O Mrs Margaret Geake Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Ms Deirdre Connolly Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful twice over hurdles in 2021/22 who struggled thereafter but showed benefit of recent run/wind op when finishing close-up third over fences at Plumpton (19.7f) 31 days ago.Well treated on pick of his hurdles form if he can build on that upped further in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA100

Br B g Champs Elysees - Bincas Beauty (IRE)

O Dallyn, De Wilde, Haggett, Metters, Yeo

Alan Johns J

Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple T

B Joe Fogarty Hartnoll Hotel S

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedapotentialimproveruppedintrip/senthandicappingandprovedthepointwhennarrowlyedgingout8-rivalsoverhurdlesatFontwell (21.7f) in January.Remains one of the least exposed and good chance there’s more to come now tackling larger obstacles. TFRHHHHH BHA100

3 ROCKWITHTHETIMES (IRE) (33) P/1-0P60

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Dare To Venture (IRE)

O International Plywood (Importers) Ltd

7 11-7

Tom Cannon J

Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Mr Raymond Egan Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Got off the mark in Irish points at second attempt but only minor promise in handful of hurdle outings. Cheekpieces replace visor now attentions switch to chasing and he’s one to note in the market representing very good yard. TFRHHHII BHA93

4 MALINAS ISLAND (GB) (147) 12124/-4 D

Br Ch g Malinas (GER) - Island of Memories (IRE)

9 11-5

Richie McLernon J

O Mr P. Tory Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Stour Valley Thoroughbreds

TIMEFORMVIEWDualwinnerofstayinghandicapsoverhurdlesduring2021/22andheshapedencouraginglybackfromalengthyabsencewhenfourthonC&Dchase debut in November,weakening gradually straight.Given plenty of time since and he’s worth a second look (very much bred to be a chaser). TFRHHHHI BHA91

5 KATOPOP (IRE) (16) 2FP-00

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Ashbury (IRE)

6 11-4

Micheal Nolan J

O Katopop Partnership Syd Hosie, Sherborne T

B D. P. Constable

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up completed start in points.Limited impact in trio of hurdle starts spread over 13 months but did at least hint at ability when midfield in 13-runner novice here (16.5f) 16 days ago.Tongue strap fitted ahead of handicap chase debut and another warranting a market check. TFRHHHII BHA90

6 HI RIKO (FR) (33) 22PP40

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Vanille d’Ex (FR)

O BBGG Racing

7 10-11

Lilly Pinchin J

Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T

B S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee Rh Bloodstock S

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up twice in handicap hurdles in November matched that form when fourth at Lingfield in February but not in the same form at Hereford since. Pulled up in his previous chase. TFRHHHII BHA83

7 WEST ORCHARD (IRE) (35) 1P0232

Br B g Westerner - Shellys Creek (IRE)

O Orchard Racing

7 10-10

Freddie Gingell (5) J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mat Farrell Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWJumped well when successful at Plumpton in November and made frame on each of his last 3 starts,albeit not convincing with his finishing effort when runner-up at Wincanton (25f) 5 weeks ago. Probably one to take on for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA82

8 EST ILLIC (IRE) (29) 62P430

Br B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Ten Friends (IRE)

O Mr Andrew Gough

10 10-7

Tabitha Worsley (3) J

Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster T

B Gerry Ross S J D Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW

Pair of 2m wins at the end of 2020 but has drawn a blank since, running on when race was al but over at Leicester in January and well beaten at Huntingdon (23.6f, soft) since Passed over TFRHHIII BHA79

9 BOYS OF WEXFORD (GB) (29) P4P632

Br B g Millenary - Floradorado

O Mr R. G. Whitehead

7 10-6

David Noonan J

Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T

B T. C. Dawson Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWImmediateimprovementfortheswitchtofenceslastterm,scoringondebutinthissphereatUttoxeter Low-keyeffortsinitiallythiscampaign but back on track in cheekpieces last 2 starts,second of 13 at Huntingdon (23.6f) 4 weeks ago.Respected from lowly mark. TFRHHHII BHA78

10 SEYMOUR PROMISE (IRE) (35) 00P2P5

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Loadsapromise (IRE)

O The Butterwick Syndicate

B R. McCarthy

8 10-4

Harry Kimber J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Long-standing maiden who has fallen a long way in the weights this season and ran best race for some time when second at Wincanton in January. However, merely underlined his inconsistency with 2 below par displays since. TFRHHHII BHA76

11 AIKENBREAKINHEART (IRE) (122) 2410-0P

Br B g Aiken - Stelobel

O Any Port In a Storm

B Anngrove Stud

9 10-4

James Davies J

Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

Southern Cranes & Access Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the most of a good opportunity when opening his account in handicap chase atWincanton (25.1f,soft) last March. However, struggled in 3 subsequent outings last year and would need to show more before becoming of interest. TFRHHIII BHA76

12 DONT BE ROBIN (IRE) (202) 4/05-064 C

Br B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Rainbow Times (IRE)

12 10-2

Jack Tudor J

O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T

B Mrs J. M. R. Lancaster Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S

TIMEFORMVIEWVeteran who scored at Plumpton in 2021 but well held all 5 outings last year and work to do from 6lb out of the weights returning from 6 months off. TFRHHIII BHA68

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: IMPERIAL JOE (IRE) 7 11 6 Mr Jake Bament 15-8 (Tim Dennis) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 7, 12. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8, 9, 12.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Pride of Paris (IRE), 11-2 American Gerry (IRE), 8-1 West Orchard (IRE), Boys of Wexford (GB), 9-1 Malinas Island (GB), 12-1 Rockwiththetimes (IRE), 14-1 Katopop (IRE), Seymour Promise (IRE), 18-1 Hi Riko (FR), Est Illic (IRE), 25-1 Aikenbreakinheart (IRE), 33-1 Dont Be Robin (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

PRIDE OF PARIS impressed with his attitude when making a winning handicap debut over hurdles at Fontwell 74 days ago, seeing off a next-time-out winner in the process. Open to further progress now his attentions switch to chasing, he’s well worth considering given his low-mileage profile. Malinas Island caught the eye to an extent when fourth on his C&D chase debut in November and rates capable of better American Gery and Boys of Wexford are others to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PRIDE OF PARIS (IRE) 2.MALINAS ISLAND 3.AMERICAN GERRY (IRE)

The Result

Seventh Race 5.03

The Ladies Evening MeetingWednesday 24thApril Open Maiden

National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (Div I) (GBB Race)

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)

Race Description

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

TIMEFORMVIEW Black Sam Bellamy gelding. Brother to modest hurdler Beau Haze. Dam (h145) bumper/2m-2 3/4m hurdle winner Not an obvious sort on paper TFRHHIII BHA3 JACCOURS (FR) (107) 4 5 11-4

Br B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Ty Perrine (FR) Fergus Gregory J

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B S. Cozenot, H. Cozento & E. Guetin Motaclan S

TIMEFORMVIEW Sent off 10/3 before a disappointing start at Aintree 107 days ago but has been given time off since, so may do better for a stable with a solid bumper record. TFRHHHII BHA4 JACK OUT OF REACH (GB) (55) 02 5 11-4

Br B g Jack Hobbs - Pepite de Soleil (FR)

Daniel Sansom (3) J

O Mrs R. Jowett Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B C. R. Whittaker We Do Vans S

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser Jubilympics. Much better effort in bumpers when runner-up at Fakenham 55 days ago and should feature if he’s able to back that up.

5 WESTERN KNIGHT (IRE) (367) 2-

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-4

Br B g Westerner - Milford Maggie (IRE) Jack Tudor J

O The Wychwood Partnership Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mr Noel O’Connor Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Ballybawn Belter Showed plenty when runner-up at Plumpton on debut a year ago but obvious concern that he’s not been seen since.Worth monitoring in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 WOODLAND PARK (IRE) (47) 3 5 11-4

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lonesome Dove (IRE) Lewis Stones (3) J

O Mr Adrian Butler Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Cathal Mariga Motaclan S

TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to fair hurdler/chaser Some Dove, and half-brother to bumper winner/useful 19f/2 1/2m hurdle winner The West Awaits. Shaped with encouragement when third at Kempton a month ago and may do better Engaged 5.30 Market Rasen Wednesday. TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 JENA D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (33) 33 5 10-11

Br B m Buck’s Boum (FR) - Une d’Oudairies (FR) Freddie Gingell (5) J

O Giraffa Racing Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Comte Michel de Gigou Run To Global Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWNicely-bred mare who has shaped with encouragement when third on both starts to date,clear of the rest at Hereford a month ago. Capable of opening her account now.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

8 FRENCH SHIP (GB) (62) 4 4 10-10

Br B g French Navy - Starlit Cantata

O Wayne Clifford & Ian Gosden

Micheal Nolan J

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Shoreham Stud Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Never a threat at Kempton on debut and will need to step forward significantly if he’s to make his presence felt.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9 MY BOY AARON (IRE) (25) 4

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Hallouella

O Mrs V. James

B Deerpark Stud

4 10-10

Sean Houlihan J

Robert Stephens, Caldicot T

Capital Windscreens & Body Glass Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Related to a couple of winners and, while he failed to beat a rival in a 4-runner event at Chepstow 25 days ago, there was a hint of ability. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023: GEEZER ROCKSTAR (IRE) 4 10 10 Lorcan Murtagh 11-2 (Harry Fry) 13 ran Stewards Note: MY BOY AARON: Following its run on 17/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lugged left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Jena d’Oudairies (FR), 9-2 Jack Out of Reach (GB), 5-1 Woodland Park (IRE), 7-1 Western Knight (IRE), 12-1 Jaccours (FR), 22-1 My Boy Aaron (IRE), 40-1 French Ship (GB), 50-1 Chedington’s Guest (GB), Dessie Haze (GB)

JENA D’OUDAIRIES came well clear of the remainder when third at Hereford last time and a performance of similar merit could be enough to get off the mark for all that others are quite closely matched on form. Woodland Park looks open to improvement and could emerge as the main danger

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JENA D’OUDAIRIES (FR) 2.WOODLAND PARK (IRE) 3.JACK OUT OF REACH

The Result

1st

2nd Distance

3rd4th Time

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PLAY SMARTER

Eighth Race 5.35

The Ladies Evening MeetingWednesday 24thApril Open Maiden

National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (Div II) (GBB Race)

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)

Race Description

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

TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 3-y-o, Shirocco gelding Brother to point winner Farfromnowhere. Dam unraced out of useful 2m hurdle winner Tramp Stamp. Notable newcomer for in-form stable.

Br Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Alice Pink (IRE)

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley & Mr Aiden Murphy Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Michael & Bid C. Lenihan Motaclan S

TIMEFORMVIEW EUR28,000 3-y-o, £130,000 4-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding. Fell both starts in Irish points in March 2023 (every chance both occasions).Worth chancing on Rules debut for stable with good record in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 FURY LAD (IRE) (179) P2 5 11-4

Br B g Milan - Musical Madam (IRE) James Davies J

O The Encore Partnership IX Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

B Lucy Norton & Norris Mount Stud Southern Cranes & Access Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW €25,000 3-y-o, £45,000 4-y-o, Milan gelding. Brother to a winner, and closely related to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser Ballycrystal, stayed 3m,. Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points (Oct 2023). TFRHHHII BHA4 GEORGE HENRY (GB) (152) 0

5 11-4

Br B g Kayf Tara - Stravinsky Dance Lorcan Williams J

O Mr D. G Staddon & Mr Paul Nicholls Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Upton Viva Stud Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWClosely related to a couple of winners and shaped better than the result when ninth of 17 atWincanton on debut,green and suffering interference. Off 5 months since and type to improve TFRHHHHI BHA5 ICARE COLOMBE (FR) (24) 0-3 6 11-4

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Valse de Touzaine (FR) Mr John Reddington (7) J

O Mr J. Reddington Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood T

B C. Boistier & M. A. Boistier J R L Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Left debut form behind when third at a big price in 6-runner event at Southwell. Could do better still, so not ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 TARBUCK (GB) (50) 4 6 11-4

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Tarbay Nick Scholfield J

O Mr D. J. Dyson Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove T

B D. J. & C. Dyson

Equine Water Treadmll, Equestrian Direct LTD S

TIMEFORMVIEW Little encouragement at Doncaster on debut and looks up against it once more. TFRHIIII BHA-

7 EAST EAGLE (IRE) (-) 4 10-10

Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Ask Sutton (IRE) Ben Jones J

O Mr Tom Weston Tom Weston, Hindlip T

B James D. Leahy

TIMEFORMVIEW Wings of Eagles gelding.Dam unraced half-sister to high-class hurdler/smart chase winner (stayed 21f) Sutton Place. From a good family but stable isn’t renowned for debut winners.

TFRHHHII BHA-

8 ROMEO FOXTROT (GB) (-) 4 10-10

Br B g Dragon Dancer - Vanilla Delight (IRE) Tom Bellamy J

O The Bravo Charlie Syndicate Jo Davis, East Garston T

B Miss S. Pilkington

TIMEFORM VIEW £3,200 3-y-o, Dragon Dancer gelding. Brother to bumper winner Vanilla Dancer, and half-brother to 4 winners, including dual bumper winner Vanilla Run.Worth a market check. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 RUPERT’S WISH (IRE)

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pass The Honey (IRE)

O Swallowfield Racing

Harry Kimber J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Oliver & Alan Loughlin Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW

€40,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fair hurdler Westerbee. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Father Matt. Bred to need further but not without hope TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

2023:(See Div 1)

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 George Henry (GB), 10-3 Diamonds For Luck (IRE), 13-2 Icare Colombe (FR), 7-1 Came From Nowhere (IRE), 17-2 Fury Lad (IRE), 12-1 Rupert’s Wish (IRE), 18-1 East Eagle (IRE), 28-1 Romeo Foxtrot (GB), 66-1 Tarbuck (GB)

DIAMONDS FOR LUCK might have come down on both outings in points, but he was in with every chance on each occasion and has since been picked up for six figures, so he’s worth chancing to make a winning Rules debut in a race where the bar isn’t set very high. George Henry is a likely improver and Came From Nowhere can’t be dismissed first time out.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DIAMONDS FOR LUCK (IRE) 2.GEORGE HENRY 3.CAME FROM NOWHERE (IRE)

The Result

1st 2nd Distance

3rd4th Time

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AINTREE

First Race 1.33 - THE BLACKDOWN MOTOR COMPANY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (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 one hurdle race. Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. 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. 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. 36 entries at £45. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.08 - THE ROYAL ASCOT LUNCH SATURDAY 22ND JUNE NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 30th, 2024, 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. 35 entries at £50. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.43 - THE SUMMERFIELD DEVELOPMENTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 30th, 2024, 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. 36 entries at £50. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.18 - THE QUOR SYSTEMS PAPERLESS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7023 to the winning horse The second to receive £3231, the third £1615, the fourth £808 and the fifth £402. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £65 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 30th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom of the best turned out horse. 18 entries, 1 at £13 and 17 at £65. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £5372; Second £2685; Third £1343; Fourth £672; Fifth £335. (Penalty Value £7023.73)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.53 - THE TAUNTON ROUND TABLE T-REX STEAKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8528 to the winning horse The second to receive £3924, the third £1962, the fourth £981 and the fifth £489. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £74 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 30th, 2024, 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. 20 entries at £74. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £6523; Second £3261; Third £1631; Fourth £816; Fifth £407. (Penalty Value £8528.81) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.28 - THE STABLES BUSINESS PARK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5967 to the winning horse The second to receive £2745, the third £1372, the fourth £687 and the fifth £342. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £56 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Penalties, after March 30th, 2024, 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. 35 entries at £56. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4564; Second £2281; Third £1141; Fourth £571; Fifth £285. (Penalty Value £5967.53)

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Seventh Race 5.03 - THE LADIES EVENING MEETING WEDNESDAY 24TH APRIL OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV I) (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 5th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. 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). 18 entries at £24. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)

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Eighth Race 5.35 - THE LADIES EVENING MEETING WEDNESDAY 24TH APRIL OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV II) (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 5th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. 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). 17 entries at £24. - Closed April 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)

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