Warwick Racecard - Saturday 13th May

HOUSE OF CAVANI

LADIES NIGHT

SATURDAY 13 MAY

OFFICIAL RACECARD £3.00

Style Awards & Ladies Night Entertainment

Style Awards

Make sure you come down to the flower wall to get your photo taken to enter our Ladies Night style awards. Our style awards are open to all with some fabulous prizes on offer

A picture for you

Our photograpger is also here to capture you having a great time so pop down with your friends and have your picture taken. We’ll give you a memento of the day to take away and email you the photo to keep

Glitter

Our glitter artists are here to add a sparkle to your night, so come down and get your glitter on. Its FREE so make sure you get involved.

Darts with the stars

Come and join darts pro’s Peter Manley and Bobby George as they take on the crowd throughout the night with darts competitions. There are prizes up for grabs.

Music

Abba Fever will be bringing all the Eurovision vibes to Ladies Night by playing on the Westgate bar balcony between the last two races and at the end of the night.

Style Awards & Ladies Night entertainment

ENTRIES OPEN 2.30PM

ENTRIES CLOSE 6.15PM

PRIZE GIVING 7.10PM

Prize giving will be awarded at the flower wall. Winners will be contacted by phone prior to the prize giving.

Style Awards Prizes:

BEST DRESSED LADY:

◆ A baroque pearl necklace worth over £1000 from Hamlington’s Jewellers

◆ Gift bag containing goodies from local suppliers

◆ Bouquet of flowers

BEST DRESSED COUPLE

BEST DRESSED MAN

◆ £500 House ofCavani Gift Card

◆ VIP Personal Styling Session at House of Cavani Birmingham showroom

◆ Gift bag containing goodies from House of Cavani

◆ Overnight stay for 2 incl breakfast at The Warwickshire Hotel & Country Club

◆ 2 x tickets to any race day incl the Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse

◆ Bouquet of flowers & a bottle of champagne

Winners wear Cavani nners wear

USE JOCKEY15 FOR 15% OFF*

*ONLINE ONLY

Violet Jordan & Family

RACECOURSE OFFICIALS:

Raceday Presenter

Robert Bellamy

General Manager

Thomas Williams

Clerk Of The Course

Dan Cooper

Head Groundsman

Guy Woodward

Catering Manager

Graeme Ellis

Board Of Directors

Dan Richmond-Watson (Chairman), Cathy Twiston-Davies, Dermot Daly, James Jackson-Stops, Penelope Buckler, James Davies, Simon Sweeting

RACE DAY STEWARDS:

CHIEF STEWARD

Fergus Sweeney

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR

Peta Evetts

STEWARDS

Milly Bersey, Lauren Thomson

Guy Upton

STARTERS

William Jordan, Shaun Mitchell

JUDGE

David Hicks

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Paul Champion

VETERINARY OFFICER

Katherine Byam-Cook

Graham Potts

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Naomi de Pennington, Jo Hales, Ollie Morrison

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Phillip Pritchard (SRMO)

Chris Reynolds, Andy Simpson

NURSE

Sarah Godfrey

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Martin Knight, Jane Southam, Mel Baker

COMMENTATOR

Alex Fussey

BETTING RING MANAGER

Andy Collins

FIRST RACE 4.50

THE RACING TV CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): T R George (10 wins from 62 runners, 16%) runs CLEAR ON TOP

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Williams (2 wins from 7 runners, 29%) runs JOEY STEEL

Longest Traveller: JOEY STEEL trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 121 miles.

1

SPOTTY DOG (GB) (16)

Ch g Sixties Icon - Where’s My Slave (IRE)

J Dylan Kitts (5)

T Mike Hawker, Chippenham

O Mr Michael Hawker

B Mr Michael R. E. Hawker

2 DAWN RAIDER (IRE) (7)

B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE)

8 12-0

TFRHHHHH BHA96

FORM 12P106- D

TIMEFORM VIEW All the sharper for his reappearance when getting off the mark in a Huntingdon handicap (23.6f) in January and went in again over same course in March. Arrives on back of good sixth over C&D and is one for shortlist.

TFRHHHII BHA95

FORM 40500-6

11 11-13

J Luca Morgan E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

O Mr T. G. Kelly

B R. McCarthy

S TGK Construction Co Ltd

3 NATTY NIGHT (GB) (18)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Danehill Dreamer (USA)

7 11-12

J Shane Quinlan E Hood

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O The Gs and Js Partnership

B Watership Down Stud

S Faucets Limited

4 FURKASH (FR) (30)

B g Al Namix (FR) - Meralda (FR)

8 11-12

J Harry Kimber (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Swallowfield Racing

B Mr Eric Becq

S Coral Racing Limited

5

COBRA COMMANDER (IRE) (30)

B g Beneficial - Run For Help (IRE)

J Niall Houlihan

T Tom Symonds, Hentland

O Dean, Willetts and Vernon

B L. Hayes

6 JOEY STEEL (IRE) (163)

B g Craigsteel - Tower Project (IRE)

J Ellis Collier (8)

T Christian Williams, Bridgend

O Christian Williams Racing Club

B Con McSweeney

S NAF

7 ADAMHILL (IRE) (16)

9 11-8

TIMEFORM VIEW Now 2lb below the mark off which he last hit the target at Leicester in March 2022 and took a step back in the right direction when creditable sixth of 14 in handicap chase at Hexham (20.1f, soft, 22/1) 7 days ago

TFRHHIII BHA94

FORM 346624-

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Flat/maiden hurdle winner who posted best effort yet over fences when second at Hereford (20.9f) in March. Not in same form at Ffos Las since, though, and tries longer trip now.

TFRHHHHI BHA94

FORM 3P2523-

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in 3 of his last 4 starts, latest when creditable third of 8 in handicap chase (18/5) at Taunton (23f, good to soft) 30 days ago Likely to be in the mix again.

TFRHHHII BHA90

FORM 11/55P4-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when winning brace of handicap chases at end of last season. Well below that form next 3 starts but stopped the slide when fourth at Taunton (23f) last month. Claims if building on that.

13Apr Tnt 23f HcpC gd-sf 4/8

5Feb Her 25f HcpC good P/10

Lud 23f HcpH gd-sf 5/7

TFRHHIII BHA90

FORM 30P25P- D

10 11-8

B g Oscar (IRE) - Benefit of Porter (IRE) 8 11-4

J Philip Armson E Visor, Tongue Strap

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

O Mr F. Baxter

B John Redmond

Joe (IRE) 12l

Pot (FR) -

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual handicap chase winner, though rather threw it away when second at Newton Abbot in September and below par twice since. Best watched on return from 5 months off

TFRHHIII BHA86

FORM 505400-

TIMEFORM VIEW There were positives to take from his chase debut fifth at Leicester in February but he hasn’t been in same form since and makes limited appeal. Tongue strap back on.

8 CLEAR ON TOP (IRE) (138)

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Homelander (IRE) 7 11-1

J Finn Lambert E Tongue Strap

T Tom George, Slad

O Nelson, Bovington, Taylor, Delarocha

B C. O’Brennan

S HBA Media

9 EURKASH (FR) (27)

B g Irish Wells (FR) - Meralda (FR)

J Ned Fox (3)

T Paul Webber, Banbury

O Cropredy Lawn Racing

B Eric Becq

9 10-10

S Paul Webber Racing, Fairfax Saddles

10 TOM O’ROUGHLEY (IRE) (219)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Thegoodwans Sister (IRE) 8 10-8

J Lorcan Murtagh E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Sheila Lewis, Brecon

O Oaktree Racing Club

B Larry Mealiffe

11

EARCOMESBOB (GB) (50)

Ch g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Earcomesannie (IRE) 8 10-4

J Tabitha Worsley

T Peter Pritchard, Shipston-on-Stour

O Mr R WStowe & Mr Marc Miller

B R. W. Stowe & the Late D. R. Pritchard

12

JUNIOR MASSINI (GB) (346)

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Bach Me (IRE) 8 10-2

J Lewis Dobb (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Sheila Lewis, Brecon

O Miss Hannah James

B Miss H. L. James

TFRHHIII BHA83

FORM 22U514-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over fences and got off the mark in a weak race at Leicester (22.7f) in December

Failed to back that up at Huntingdon over Christmas, though, and something to prove on first outing since.

Dec22 Hun 23f HcpC gd-sf 4/10 Crystal Moon (IRE)

Dec22

TFRHHHII BHA78

FORM 4/053F3-

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable third of 8 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, good to soft, 6/1) 27 days ago Not the easiest to win with but remains fairly treated and can make his presence felt.

TFRHHIII BHA76

FORM 446514- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Left below-par efforts behind when opening his account from 3lb out of the weights at Worcester (23f) in September However, well below that form at same course the following month and not seen since.

Oct22 Wor 23f HcpC good 4/9

Sep22 Wor 23f HcpC good 1/8 Corrany (IRE)

Aug22 Str 27f HcpC good 5/9 Call of The Loon (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA72

FORM 55/4P4P- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times in 3m handicap chases in 2021-22 but yet to recapture that form. Easy enough to look elsewhere. 24Mar

TFRHIIII BHA68

FORM 43P5/0P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Little form in varied events over hurdles, pulling up when last seen at Newton Abbot in June 2lb out of the handicap, on first attempt over fences, and can only be watched.

Jun22 Ntn 21f Hdl good P/6 Quid Pro Quo (IRE) -

May22 Lud 15f HcpH good 9/9 Zucayan (FR) 60l

Apr22 Tnt 16f HcpH good 5/12 Kolisi (IRE) 61/4l

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: HIGH COUNSEL (IRE) 13 10 6 Kevin Brogan 9-2 (Gary Hanmer) 9 ran

Stewards Note:

EURKASH: Following its run on 16/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

TOM O’ROUGHLEY: Following its run on 6/10/2022 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Furkash (FR), 6-1 Eurkash (FR), 13-2 Spotty Dog (GB), 9-1 Natty Night (GB), 10-1 Tom O’Roughley (IRE), 12-1 Dawn Raider (IRE), Cobra Commander (IRE), Clear On Top (IRE), 14-1 Adamhill (IRE), 22-1 Joey Steel (IRE), Earcomesbob (GB), 66-1 Junior Massini (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

SPOTTY DOG is only 3lb above his last winning mark and acquitted himself well over C&D last month. He gets the nod in a tricky-looking opener Furkash and Dawn Raider are feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

TODAY’S RACE SPONSOR

find out more about today’s race sponsor at racingtv.co.uk

1.SPOTTY DOG 2.FURKASH (FR) 3.DAWN RAIDER (IRE)

HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY FRANK JORDAN!

Frank passed away on November 17th, 2010, aged 61 years. He was a successful trainer for over 30 years with his last winner coming at Fontwell in February 2010 as Killfinnan Castle won under Will Kennedy.

Today he would be celebrating his 74th Birthday.

SECOND RACE 5.25

THE HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY FRANK JORDAN

Violet Jordan & Family

‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3130, 2nd £1565, 3rd £782, 4th £392 (Penalty Value £4084.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (66 wins from 312 runners, 21%) runs GLORIOUS FUN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (4 wins from 23 runners, 17%) runs GLORIOUS FUN

Longest Traveller: BRIGHT FOCUS trained by L Hurley, Tiverton, 142 miles.

1

BRIGHT

FOCUS

(GB) (38)

T Laura Hurley, Tiverton

B Mr Michael Brend

2 GLORIOUS FUN (IRE) (16)

J Bridget Andrews

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr Robert Kirkland

B Frank Motherway & Kevin Curtin

S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire) Ladbrokes

3 PRESENT DE VANGO (IRE) (45)

Br g Ocovango - Present Your Own (IRE)

J Fergus Gregory

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O Fgd Limited

B Dan Mangan

5 11-4

S FGD Limited, McCoy Contractors

4 RASCAL (GB) (61)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Fairy Theatre (IRE) 5 11-4

J Sean Houlihan

T Tom George, Slad

O Sharon Nelson & Vicki Robinson

B Jeremy MacTaggart

S HBA Media

5 SUPREMELY WEST (IRE) (22)

B g Westerner - Blue Supreme (IRE)

J Charlie Hammond

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

O Fifty Shades Ovhay Partnership

B Padraig Barry

S Coulthursts Ltd

6

DEXPERADO (FR) (96)

5 11-4

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Speedgirl (FR) 4 10-12

J Mr Tom Broughton (7)

T Nick Kent, Brigg

O Crossed Fingers Partnership

B Thierry Prod’Homme & Mickael Prod’Homme

S Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd

7 HARTHILL (FR) (20)

Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Queen Isabella 5 10-11

J Sam Twiston-Davies

T David Dennis, Banbury

O Mrs Emma Stewart

B Mrs Therese Semirot

S Tote

HHHHH BHA-

2-

VIEW Half-brother to 4 winners who offered plenty to work on when second of 9 in novice hurdle at this course (19f, good to soft) on NH debut 16 days ago, finishing with running left. Sets the standard.

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 45-

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer when fifth of 8 in bumper at Market Rasen (16.6f, soft) on NH debut 45 days ago Switches to hurdles now and is likely a longer-term prospect.

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 6-

TIMEFORM VIEW Too free when finishing sixth of 9 in bumper at Stratford (16.3f, soft) on NH debut 61 days ago. Likely best watched on hurdles bow.

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM U/54111- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced in points but made a winning Rules debut at Tramore in December Switched to new yard thereafter and won bumpers at Huntingdon and Exeter in recent months. Looks a good prospect for hurdling.

21Apr Exe 16f NHF good 1/13 Tinklers Hill (IRE) 4l

15Mar Hun 15f NHF soft 1/6 Westerninthepark (IRE) 13/4l Dec22 Tmr 16f Stk soft 1 Cardamon Hill (IRE) 11/4l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 6-

TIMEFORM VIEW Never really involved when sixth of 9 in bumper at Carlisle (17f, good to soft) on NH debut 96 days ago Improvement needed on hurdles bow.

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 64664-

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers and been a similar story in both outings over timber thus far. Looks one for handicaps down the line

8 ILARY DE L’ECU (FR) (20)

B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Alary de L’Ecu (FR)

5 10-11

J Harry Bannister E Tongue Strap

T Alex Hales, Edgecote

O Mrs John Thorneloe

B Mr Denis Legeard

S Rocket Rentals Limited, Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

9 POP MISTRESS (IRE) (702)

Ch m Sixties Icon - Mayolynn (USA)

7 10-11

J Tom Bellamy E Hood

T Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

O Goodwood Owners Drinks Session

B Mr & Mrs R. & P. Scott

S Tori Global

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 22/0003-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in pair of French bumpers in 2021. Not matched that for current yard but posted creditable third of 10 in novice hurdle (11/4) at Stratford (16.3f, soft) last month and holds each-way claims.

23Apr Str 16f Hdl gd-sf 3/10 Carrigeen Kampala (IRE) 11l

Dec22 Lin 16f Hdl gd-sf 7/17 Jane du Berlais 24l

Nov22 War 16f NHF soft 9/18 Walk of No Shame (IRE) 35l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 11/- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixties Icon mare who looked a useful prospect when winning both her bumper starts in 2021. Not seen since but must be respected on return/hurdling debut, particularly if the market vibes are good.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: THE PLIMSOLL LINE (IRE) 6 11 4 Rex Dingle 4-9 (Jeremy Scott) 7 ran

Stewards Note:

HARTHILL: Following its run on 23/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Glorious Fun (IRE), 9-4 Supremely West (IRE), 8-1 Pop Mistress (IRE), 14-1 Present de Vango (IRE), Ilary de L’Ecu (FR), 20-1 Dexperado (FR), 28-1 Rascal (GB), Harthill (FR), 250-1 Bright Focus (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

There should be plenty more to come from GLORIOUS FUN, who made a very encouraging start in this sphere at this course last month. He is preferred to hurdling debutants Supremely West and Pop Mistress, both of whom boast unbeaten records in bumpers.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares. TODAY’S

RACE SPONSOR

THIRD RACE 5.55

THE HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY FRANK JORDAN

Violet Jordan & Family

‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3130, 2nd £1565, 3rd £782, 4th £392 (Penalty Value £4084.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (66 wins from 312 runners, 21%) runs ROCKETTE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (4 wins from 23 runners, 17%) runs ROCKETTE Longest Traveller: LOOK OUT TO SEA trained by L Hurley, Tiverton, 142 miles.

1 JET OF DREAMS (IRE) (3)

B

5 11-4

J Dylan Kitts (7) E Tongue Strap

T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

O Glassex Holdings Ltd

2 LOOK OUT TO SEA (GB) (61)

B

3 SOLDIEROFTHESTORM (IRE) (37)

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fiddlededee (IRE)

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr Tom Bond

B Mrs Ann Bond

S Wasdell Group

4 SPECIALAGENT MCGEE (IRE) (102)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Monks Charm (IRE) 5 11-4

J Ben Jones

T Nicky Martin, Minehead

O Bradley Partnership

B Liam Norris

S Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

5 JIMMY BOUM (FR) (56)

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Carolagne Javilex (FR) 4 10-12

J Ellis Collier (7)

T Christian Williams, Bridgend

O Mr G. A. Moore

B Mrs A. Fernandes-Thireau & Mr N. Thireau

S NAF

6 ALLEZ ALLEZ DANCER (GB) (392)

B m Eastern Anthem (IRE) - Allez Loulou (FR) 5 10-11

J James Davies

T Ella Pickard, Minehead

O Mr C. Enticott

B Ashbrittle Stud

7 DESIGNER DESTINY (IRE) (802)

B m Jeremy (USA) - Gaye Steel (IRE) 9 10-11

J Alan Johns

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

O Mr T. Vaughan

B Susan Eustace

S Dragonbet

TFRHHIII BHA-

1/500-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Cosy winner of sole start in Irish points. Modest so far under Rules but did show a bit more on the back of a breathing operation when fourth in 11-runner novice at Fontwell (21.8f) 3 days ago Back down in trip

TFRHIIII BHA-

P/0P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in- a point last spring and has been beaten miles both starts under Rules (bumper/ maiden hurdle). Cheekpieces on for 1st time 13Mar

TFRHHHHH BHA-

FORM 32-

TIMEFORM VIEW Has plenty of scope and ran to a fair level first time up when third in 12-runner Ascot bumper (15.7f) in October, keeping on inside final 1f Improved a little on that form when runner-up at Hereford 5 months later.

6Apr

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Backed at long odds but showed nothing when last of 9 in bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft) on debut in January Gelded/had breathing op since.

31Jan Fls 15f NHF soft 9/9 Helnwein (IRE) 95l

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 0-

TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, offered little in a junior bumper at Kempton (16f, heavy) on debut 56 days ago

18Mar Kmp 16f NHF soft 11/17 Josh The Boss 20l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 5/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Eastern Anthem mare. Half-sister to 2 winners on Flat, including 9.5f/10.5f winner in France Miss Mome Unplaced sole start in point bumpers (Apr 2022).

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHHI BHA107 FORM /2524/2//-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and has shown a similar level of form over hurdles, including after 14 months off when second in Catterick maiden (15.7f) in March 2021. Not seen since but sets the clear standard.

8 INDELIBLE SPIN (IRE) (20)

B m Carlotamix (FR) - Spin The Wheel (IRE) 6 10-11

J Sam Twiston-Davies

T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

O The Charlie Longsdon Racing Club

B J. B. Bloodstock Ltd

S Merribelle Stable Llc

9 ROCKETTE (IRE) (106)

Gr m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Zariziyna (IRE) 5 10-11

J Bridget Andrews

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O O Williams

B Michael Fennessy

S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 03/30F-

TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest form in bumpers and well held completed start over hurdles.

23Apr

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 00-

(IRE) -

TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off in 2 bumpers last season. Has had a breathing operation since.

2022: (See Div 1)

Running for the first time since Gelding No 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4, 9.

Stewards Note:

JET OF DREAMS: Following its run on 10/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left returning a shoe less.

LOOK OUT TO SEA: Following its run on 13/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

ROCKETTE: Following its run on 27/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Designer Destiny (IRE), 13-8 Soldierofthestorm (IRE), 22-1 Jet of Dreams (IRE), 25-1 Indelible Spin (IRE), 33-1 Specialagent McGee (IRE), 66-1 Allez Allez Dancer (GB), 150-1 Jimmy Boum (FR), Rockette (IRE), 250-1 Look Out To Sea (GB)

A likely match between SOLDIEROFTHESTORM and Designer Destiny. The former has shown plenty in a brace of bumpers 5 months apart and has the scope to do well over jumps, so he’s narrowly preferred to the latter, who has a long absence to overcome TIMEFORM

PLAY SMARTER

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

FOURTH RACE 6.25

THE WARWICKSHIRE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (66 wins from 312 runners, 21%) runs WILLIAM OF YORK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs BENEFACT

Longest Traveller: EMBERSCOMBE trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 156 miles.

1 WILLIAM OF YORK (GB) (27)

B g Kayf Tara - Shady Anne

7 12-0

J Tristan Durrell (5) E Tongue Strap

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mike and Eileen Newbould

B Mr & Mrs G. L. Edwards

S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

2 FORGET THE WAY (GB) (70)

B g Getaway (GER) - Forget The Ref (IRE)

J Tom Cannon

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

6 11-13

O Robert Abrey, Ian Thurtle & David Gibbon

B Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

3 BENEFACT (IRE) (52)

Gr g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sagarich (FR)

J Nico de Boinville

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Mr J. Palmer-Brown

B Mr E. Mulryan

S Unibet

4 HITTHEKETTLE (IRE) (52)

B g Ocovango - Ballyquin Queen (IRE)

J Chris Ward (3)

5 11-10

TFRHHHHI BHA105

FORM 60P011-

TIMEFORM VIEW Going the right way in handicaps, off the mark at Wetherby (2m, soft) in March and well on top finish when following up over 20.7f trip at Huntingdon. Up 5lb but this 7-y-o probably has more to offer

TFRHHHII BHA104

FORM 00/3534-

TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled in bumpers but has shown a fair level of ability in hurdles. Failed to step up when making handicap debut at Newbury (16.3f, good to firm) last time but this step up in trip looks a good move

TFRHHHII BHA101

FORM 5030-

TIMEFORM VIEW Mid-field in a bumper and very much caught the eye on second start over hurdles when third at Newbury in February However, beaten a long way here (2m, soft) next time and improvement needed back up in trip for this handicap debut. 22Mar

TFRHHIII BHA100

FORM 041/P04-

7 11-9

T Michael Gates, Stratford-Upon-Avon

O Mr Michael Gates

B Jane, John & Kate Gleeson

5 KANKIN (GB) (16)

Ch g Archipenko (USA) - Touriga

J Harry Bannister

T Alex Hales, Edgecote

O Mr Andrew L. Cohen

B Wood Hall Stud

7 11-7

S Wood Hall Stud, Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

6 TALIMAR PEARL (FR) (35)

Gr g Martaline - Be A Good One (GER)

5 11-4

J Brendan Powell E Tongue Strap

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

O Mr D. R. Churches

B E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet et al

S Coral Racing Limited, Themes Incorporated Ltd

7 OF CORSE I CAN (FR) (34)

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Walk In Corsica (FR) 6 11-2

J Sam Twiston-Davies

T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

O Jane Nuala Cartwright

B G.F.A. Du Pont Rouge

S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Took 7 tries to win an Irish point and hasn’t shown a great deal in 3 starts under Rules (maiden/novice) to date Entirely possible that he’ll be seen in a better light now handicapping but others make more appeal all the same

heavy P/11 Colonel Harry (IRE) -

TFRHHHHH BHA98

FORM 2//2523-

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both starts in bumpers and arguably posted his best effort yet in this sphere when third of 9 in a C&D novice (good to soft) recently That falsely-run race didn’t play to his strengths and, likely to benefit from a stronger pace.

27Apr War 19f Hdl good 3/9 Scene One (IRE) 21/2l

30Mar War 21f Hdl soft 2/11 Gaelic Park (IRE) 30l

10Feb Bgr 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/12 Crambo 40l

TFRHHIII BHA95

FORM 0/45002-

TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to take a step back in the right direction when second (albeit beaten 20 lengths by the winner) in a Newton Abbot handicap (16.8f, soft) last month. Still, he will need to step up on that in order to go one better here.

8Apr Ntn 16f HcpH soft 2/10

TFRHIIII BHA93

FORM 2/20600-

TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging Rules debut when runner-up in a 2 1/2m Ffos Las novice last June but it would be something of an understatement to say that he has failed to build on that in 4 subsequent starts.

8 MERVEILLO (GB) (31)

B g Archipenko (USA) - Merville (FR)

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr John P. McManus

B Wertheimer et Frere

S Wasdell Group

9 NORDY LORDY (GER) (30)

5 10-10

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Nur Bani (GER) 6

J Alan Johns

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

O Bovian Racing

B Stall Alemannia

S Dragonbet, Tote

10 EMBERSCOMBE (IRE) (78)

Br m Califet (FR) - Market Niche (IRE)

J Bryan Carver

T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

O The Exmoor Partners

B William Flood

S Brendon Powerwashers

TFRHHHII BHA87

FORM 3P0005-

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat (stays 16.5f) and shaped better than the distance beaten when third on debut in this sphere at Haydock (24.3f, good to soft) in November Has offered little since, though, including switched to handicaps the last twice. 12Apr

TFRHIIII BHA76

FORM 1/0000P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole start between the flags but hasn’t shown much under Rules so far.

TFRHIIII BHA73

FORM 00/03-

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a bumper and 3 novice hurdles. Will need to leave those efforts well behind if she’s to play a leading role on this handicap debut.

11

MISTERTOMMYSHELBY (IRE) (484) B

O

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2.

TFRHIIII BHA72

FORM 0/56UP4/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Little in the way of solid form to date and, absent since January 2022, he looks set for another struggle from 7lb out of the handicap

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 William of York (GB), 5-1 Kankin (GB), 11-2 Forget The Way (GB), 8-1 Benefact (IRE), 10-1 Merveillo (GB), 12-1 Talimar Pearl (FR), 16-1 Hitthekettle (IRE), 33-1 Nordy Lordy (GER), 40-1 Emberscombe (IRE), 66-1 Of Corse I Can (FR), 150-1 Mistertommyshelby (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The vote goes to KANKIN, who did well under the circumstances when third in a C&D maiden recently and he can be expected to take a step forward now pitched into a handicap for the first time The hat-trick seeking William of York and Forget The Way, who shapes as though this stiffer test will be in his favour, rate the main dangers. Merveillo would be threat if able to get back on track but it’s a significant ‘if’.

Winners wear Cavani nners wear

USE JOCKEY15 FOR 15% OFF*

*ONLINE ONLY

FIFTH RACE 6.55

THE WINNERS WEAR CAVANI NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 2lb

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (66 wins from 312 runners, 21%) runs GENTLE CONNECTIONS & QUID PRO QUO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (7 wins from 25 runners, 28%) runs YOUNG BUSTER

Longest Traveller: BLUE STELLO trained by N Henderson, Lambourn, 67 miles.

1 QUID PRO QUO (IRE) (15)

Ch g Beat Hollow - Thieving Gypsy (IRE) 7 11-13

J Fergus Gillard (3)

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr John P. McManus

B Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd

S Ladbrokes

2 BLUE STELLO (FR) (67)

B

J Nico de Boinville

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Owners Group 081

B Patrick Boiteau & Patrick Fellous

S Owners Group

3 YOUNG BUSTER (IRE) (22)

B

J Paddy Brennan

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O The Good Stock Syndicate

B Yawl Bloodstock & James Browne

S Bresbet

4 GENTLE CONNECTIONS (GB) (12)

B

T

B

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

TFRHHHHH BHA121

FORM 40PP31- C D

TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3, got off the mark over fences with a career best in 8-runner handicap at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Weighted to follow up despite taking a 7lb rise

28Apr Swl 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/8

TFRHHHII BHA114

FORM 2/1/4P- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Very lightly-raced winning hurdler Runner-up in sole Irish point so there should be more to come now he goes chasing. 7Mar

TFRHHHHI BHA113

FORM 4F/1/614- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m4f winner over hurdles who posted a good fourth of 8 in handicap at Ayr (24.3f, good) 22 days ago. Goes over fences now and highly respected.

TFRHHIII BHA110

FORM 116P0-5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner over hurdles in first half of 2022 but she has struggled since, including on her chasing debut when remote fifth in C&D handicap

days ago Needs to take a big step forward.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Quid Pro Quo (IRE), 9-2 Young Buster (IRE), 6-1 Blue Stello (FR), 7-1 Gentle Connections (GB)

QUID PRO QUO took a big step forward when opening his chasing account at Southwell and a 7lb rise in the weights doesn’t look sufficient to prevent him from following up Fergal O’Brien’s Young Buster could emerge as the chief threat to Dan Skelton’s 7-y-o ahead of fellow chasing debutant Blue Stello TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.QUID PRO

PLAY SMARTER

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares. TODAY’S

RACE SPONSOR

find out more about today’s race sponsor at cavani.co.uk

You

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

• Full Stud and AI Services

• Pre-purchase Examinations

• JMB Height Measurement

• Worm Egg Counts

• Laboratory Facilities

SIXTH RACE 7.25

THE WINNERS WEAR CAVANI

HANDICAP HURDLE

RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (40 wins from 146 runners, 27%) runs WISEGUY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs WISEGUY

Longest Traveller: RESTITUTION trained by A King, Barbury Castle & BERTIE BLUE trained by Mrs E Fenton, Marlborough, both 70 miles.

1

RED DIRT ROAD (IRE) (24)

B

J

T

O

B

S

2 ABUFFALOSOLDIER (IRE) (24)

Br

T

O

B

S

3 I SPY A DIVA (GB) (23)

B m Telescope (IRE) - Molly’s A Diva

J David Bass

T Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

O Mr J. Perriss

B J. F. Perriss

S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

4 RESTITUTION (FR) (27)

B g Frankel - Restiana (FR)

6 11-9

TFRHHHII BHA130

FORM 1/1214-

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole start in Irish points and easy winner on handicap debut at Exeter (16.7f, good to soft) in March. Didn’t disgrace himself upped to 20.2f in a Cheltenham novice next time 19Apr

TFRHHHII BHA126

FORM 0/31306-

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on comeback run to make first start at 3m a winning one at Newbury in November Hasn’t built on that since but there were encouraging enough signs at Cheltenham last month and dropping back in trip could suit.

TFRHHHII BHA125

FORM 2/11163- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the bounce at up to 3m during the autumn and excuses when well held at Kempton in December Firmly back on track with a good third in a listed race at Cheltenham (20.2f, good) last month.

20Apr Chl 20f Hdl good 3/8 Ahorsewithnoname

TFRHHHHI BHA123

FORM 1010P3-

5 11-7

J Tom Cannon E Cheek Pieces

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

O Highclere T’Bred Racing - Restitution

B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

S Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

5 WISEGUY (IRE) (182)

B g Fame And Glory - Sunset Queen (IRE)

J Nico de Boinville

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

7 11-7

O Mrs John Magnier & Mrs Paul Shanahan

B Philip Hore

S Ashford Stud, Ashford Stud

6 MIDNIGHT GINGER (GB) (32)

Ch m Midnight Legend - Calamintha

J James Martin (7)

7 11-2

T Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

O Mr A. V. John

B Pitchall Stud

S Andy Martin Racing

7 HAURAKI GULF (GB) (12)

B g Kayf Tara - Leading On

8 11-0

J Chris Ward (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Deborah Cole, Solihull

O Knowle Racing Stables Limited

B Aiden Murphy

S Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin winner of a 2m Doncaster handicap over Christmas. Struggled next 2 starts but step back up in trip helped when third of 13 at Wincanton (21.4f, soft) last month and should be in the mix.

TFRHHHHH BHA123

FORM 1/31/2-

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in bumpers and off the mark at second attempt over hurdles in a 24.4f Doncaster maiden in December 2021. Good second to a well-handicapped rival back from 11 months at Cheltenham (21f, good) in November

TFRHHIII BHA118

FORM 231535-

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who added to her tally in 2m Newbury handicap on New Year’s Eve. Not at her best the last twice, though, and she looks vulnerable once more.

TFRHHHII BHA116

FORM 42/222-2 C BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has found just one too good on 5 of his half-a-dozen starts over hurdles, including when upped to 25f here 12 days ago Cheekpieces enlisted for this handicap debut and not ruled out. 1May

8 BERTIE BLUE (GB) (15)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Madame Allsorts

J Tom Bellamy

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

O Biltmore Syndicate

B R & R Musson

S Hatherden Horse Transport

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Stewards Note:

6 10-13

TFRHHHII BHA115 FORM 25/3201TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty in bumpers/maiden hurdles and left fair handicap debut display well behind when accounting for 12 rivals in decisive fashion at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft) recently Up 8lb for that.

28Apr Swl 20f HcpH gd-sf 1/13 White Rhino (IRE) 7l

20Mar Swl 20f HcpH soft 7/10 White Rhino (IRE) 40l

25Feb Chp 19f Hdl gd-sf 2/12 Ioupy Collonges (FR) 10l

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

RED DIRT ROAD: Following its run on 19/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed.

WISEGUY: Following its run on 12/11/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Wiseguy (IRE), 7-1 Bertie Blue (GB), 15-2 I Spy A Diva (GB), 8-1 Abuffalosoldier (IRE), Restitution (FR), 10-1 Red Dirt Road (IRE), 12-1 Hauraki Gulf (GB), 20-1 Midnight Ginger (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

The unexposed WISEGUY put in a good shift when runner-up back from 11 months off at Cheltenham in November and, with the promise of better to come, he is taken to go one better here. Restitution’s latest effort at Wincanton represented a step back in the right direction and he could be the one for the forecast. Abuffalosoldier and Bertie Blue are others to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WISEGUY (IRE)

TODAY’S RACE SPONSOR

find out more about today’s race sponsor at cavani.co.uk

EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS

Working alongside the Racecourse Association (RCA), bookmakers have introduced standard each-way betting terms across Jockey Club Racecourses. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

- Fewer than 3 runners: win bets only, no places offered

- 3 or 4 runners: all to win. Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position he may offer place terms for 3 or 4 runners, this must be at 1/5 odds a place 1-2

- 5 to 7 runners (inclusive): 1/4 (one quarter) odds for finishing 1st or 2nd

- 8 or more runners: 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

Handicap races with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive): 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

- Handicap races with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive): 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th

Handicap races with 22 or more runners: 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

E: info@thejockeyclub.co.uk W: www.thejockeyclub.co.uk

2.RESTITUTION (FR) 3.ABUFFALOSOLDIER (IRE)

SEVENTH RACE 7.55

THE

HAMLINGTON’S FINE JEWELLERY HANDICAP

HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3433, 2nd £1716, 3rd £859, 4th £429, 5th £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (66 wins from 312 runners, 21%) runs GRILLON DE MONTY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Williams (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs JAYTEE

Longest Traveller: LANGLEY HUNDRED trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 130 miles.

1 ENJOY YOUR LIFE (FR) (38)

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Madoudal (FR) 6 12-1

J Charlie Deutsch

T Venetia Williams, Hereford

O Mrs J. Young

B Mr Hugues Rousseau

S Faucets Limited

2 GRILLON DE MONTY (FR) (27)

B g Crillon (FR) - Pat’s Girl (FR) 8 12-1

J Tristan Durrell (5)

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr Clarke Ohrstrom

B Elevage de Monty

3 STATE OF FAME (IRE) (33)

B g Fame And Glory - Nirphania (GER)

J Alan Johns

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

O

B Ms Amanda Torrens

4 BARRICANE (GB) (544)

7 11-13

TFRHHHII BHA111

FORM 040/352-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-French winning hurdler who stepped up plenty on his British/stable debut when second in 9-runner handicap at Wincanton (21.4f) last month. Upped further in trip

5Apr Wcn 21f HcpH good 2/9 Oscars Moonshine (IRE) 7l

12Mar War 21f HcpH soft 5/8 Cedar Row (IRE) 35l May22 Com 19f Hdl soft 3/11 Rasango (FR) 7

TFRHHHHI BHA111

FORM 1/1F/2P1- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form to open his account for current yard in handicap at Huntingdon (25f, good to soft) 27 days ago, benefiting from a marked change of tactics. Nudged up 6lb but handy 5-lb conditional offsets most of that. 16Apr

TFRHHIII BHA109

FORM 4/55544-

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner and fair maiden hurdler in Ireland. Shaped as though in need of the run after 7 months off on last month’s stable debut but has plenty on back in handicap company from his current mark.

TFRHHHII BHA108

FORM 6653/11/-

B g Kayf Tara - Alina Rheinberg (GER) 8 11-12

J Fergus Gregory E Cheek Pieces

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O Premier Thoroughbred Racing Ltd&Partner

B Mrs S. Bates

S McCoy Contractors, Premier Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

5 LANGLEY HUNDRED (IRE) (15)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Theregoesthetruth (IRE) 6 11-12

J Elizabeth Gale (10) E Tongue Strap

T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

O The Englands and Heywoods

B Pius Collins

S Philip Hobbs Racing

6 GENTLEMAN VALLEY (FR) (31)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Richona (FR) 7 11-12

J Dylan Whelan (10) E Tongue Strap

T Ben Pauling, Naunton

O The Megsons

B Mrs P. Souverain & Mr A. de Boisbrunet

S Fitzdares

7

JAYTEE (GB) (27)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Archway Copse 8 11-9

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr E Cheek Pieces

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

O Mr J. Tredwell

B J. Tredwell

S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back handicaps in 2021 but an 18-month absence has to be a concern for all he’s in good hands.

TFRHHHII BHA108

FORM 211P35-

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 23f winner in November and back on track with a pair of respectable efforts this spring. Should remain competitive.

28Apr Chp 23f HcpH gd-sf 5/14 Ballydisco (IRE) 81/2l

10Mar Exe 23f HcpH good 3/8 Armchair Farmer (IRE) 81/4l

Dec22 War 26f HcpH soft P/13 Lord Snootie (IRE) -

TFRHHHII BHA108

FORM P6/1254-

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful switch to handicaps at Uttoxeter in September Hasn’t progressed since but possibly still needed the run following a winter break when fourth at Southwell (24.3f) last month.

12Apr Swl 24f HcpH gd-sf 4/11 Czech Her Out (IRE) 16l

22Mar Fls 23f HcpH heavy Y/10 Ballydisco (IRE) -

21Feb Mkt 23f HcpH good 5/6 Ballintubber Boy (IRE) 36l

TFRHHHII BHA105

FORM 2/42445-

TIMEFORM VIEW Has been running respectably over fences of late, though was off the bridle before most in first-time cheekpieces at Wincanton on most recent outing. Back over hurdles now under a change of rider

8 IMPERIAL B G (IRE) (35)

Gr g Getaway (GER) - Milan Pride (IRE)

J Sam Twiston-Davies

6 11-9

T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

O Imperial Racing Partnership

B William Neville

S Agetur (UK) Ltd

9 NICKELSONTHEDIME (IRE) (15)

B g Shantou (USA) - Penny Fiction (IRE)

9 11-8

J Mr Joshua Newman (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne

O T Hamlin, J E Gardener

B J. O’Connor & Burgage Stud

S The Firehouse Somerset

10

LUNAR CONTACT (IRE) (22)

B g Sea Moon - Bobaway (IRE)

J Tom Cannon

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

O Million in Mind Partnership

11

BREIZH ALKO (FR) (42)

Ch g Balko (FR) - Quisiera (FR)

5 11-7

TFRHHHHI BHA105

FORM 1/436P2-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who belatedly matched that form over hurdles when second in 10-runner handicap at Haydock (24.3f) last month, despite slightly going in snatches. Likely has more to offer when the penny drops. 8Apr

TFRHHHII BHA104

FORM 53P343- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in a C&D handicap in May 2022. Form has been up and down since, though he did run creditably after 9 weeks off when third at Chepstow (23.6f) recently

TFRHHHII BHA103

FORM 3/13033-

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who got back on track after a couple of lesser efforts when third of 7 on handicap debut at Fontwell (19.2f, good to firm, 14/1) 22 days ago, despite hanging right. Worth a try over this longer trip

TFRHHHII BHA102

FORM P/PP21P-

12 11-6

J Harry Atkins (10) E Cheek Pieces

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

O Mr David Parry

B J. Talonneau, P. Ridard & J. Provost

S Fbc Manby Bowdler

12 SADLER’S BAY (GB) (48)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cormorant Cove 6 11-0

J Beau Morgan (7)

T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

O Mr Tom Wheeler

B Shade Oak Stud

S

Surfacing Contractors, Treehouse Sporting Colours

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Stewards Note:

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who confirmed his return to form when seeing off his 6 rivals in game fashion at Southwell (24.3f, soft) in March. However, ran poorly when pulled up at Uttoxeter 12 days later. Cheekpieces back on.

TFRHHHHH BHA96

FORM 33/6045-

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in maiden/novice company and shaped better than the bare result upped in trip when fifth of 8 in 25f handicap at Carlisle (soft) 48 days ago. Unexposed over this trip Handy 7-lb conditional also takes over

heavy

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

BREIZH ALKO: Following its run on 1/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Grillon De Monty (FR), 11-2 Imperial B G (IRE), 9-1 Sadler’s Bay (GB), 10-1 Enjoy Your Life (FR), Lunar Contact (IRE), 12-1 Barricane (GB), 14-1 Langley Hundred (IRE), Nickelsonthedime (IRE), 18-1 Jaytee (GB), 20-1 Gentleman Valley (FR), 25-1 Breizh Alko (FR), 33-1 State of Fame (IRE)

An open handicap but SADLER’S BAY ran well on his first try at this trip at Carlisle in March and promised a bit more still, with late errors holding him back. Therefore, his performance can be marked up and with a good-value conditional now taking over in the saddle, he’s fancied to confirm the promise of that run. Imperial B G still looked a bit raw when runner-up at Haydock and can improve again when the penny drops, with last-time-out scorer Grillon de Monty completing the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

1.SADLER’S BAY

2.IMPERIAL B G (IRE)

3.GRILLON DE MONTY (FR)

find out more about today’s race sponsor at hamlingtons.co.uk

PLAY SMARTER

FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH ALL THE ACTION

WISHING GORDON & ROZ BISHOP

HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAYS

Traditional,thirdgenerationfamilyJewellers withastateoftheartworkshopand bespokedesignserviceon-site.

BringingBirmingham’sfamousJewellery Quarterandit’spricestotheheartof Warwick&LeamingtonSpa.

13aMarketPlace Warwick

98WarwickStreet LeamingtonSpa

BESPOKE & HANDMADE JEWELLERY REPAIRS ENGAGEMENT &WEDDING RING SPECIALISTS EXPERIENCE DAYS

EIGHTH RACE 8.25

THE racingtv.com OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £4000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £1669, 2nd £835, 3rd £417, 4th £209 (Penalty Value £2178.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (66 wins from 312 runners, 21%) runs ROCK HOUSE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (7 wins from 25 runners, 28%) runs SAINT JAGUEN

Longest Traveller: DISH OF THE DAY trained by N Martin, Minehead, 130 miles.

1

ROCK HOUSE (IRE) (33)

B g Westerner - Rose of Dunamase (IRE) 5 11-9

J Tristan Durrell (5)

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr Michael Ariss

B Peter Tyrrell

S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes

2 DISH OF THE DAY (IRE) (44)

Br g Famous Name - Inch Princess (IRE) 5 11-2

J Ben Jones

T Nicky Martin, Minehead

O Bradley Partnership

B Mrs Mary Tynan Phelan

S Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

3 IDEAL DES BORDES (FR) (160)

B g Coastal Path - Carmen des Bordes (FR) 5 11-2

J Nico de Boinville

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Mrs C. Hanbury & Mrs H. Mackenzie Smith

B E.A.R.L. Les Bordes de Mornay et al

S Unibet

4 SAINT JAGUEN (FR) (171)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Soif d’Aimer (FR) 5 11-2

J Paddy Brennan E Tongue Strap

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Imperial Racing & Mr John Blackburn

B H. Tibeuf S Bresbet

5 SWEET THREAT (FR) (22)

B g Triple Threat (FR) - Sweet Chestnut (FR) 5 11-2

J Sean Houlihan

T Tom George, Slad

O Mr Michael Stenning

B Mr J. Cussy & Mme E. Hamelin

S HBA Media

6 ULTRA BEAT (IRE) (62)

B g Milan - Downsouth (IRE)

J Stan Sheppard

T Henry Daly, Ludlow

O Hot Air Dreamers

B Mrs Clodagh Fitzgerald

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

7 HELPFUL (GB) (-)

B g Oasis Dream - Magic (IRE)

J Brendan Powell

T Paul Webber, Banbury

O Mr Martin Hughes

5 11-2

TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 1/1- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of sole start between the flags last spring and he looked a good prospect when readily landing bumper at Huntingdon 33 days ago. Big player with more to come

10Apr Hun 15f NHF soft 1/10 Bob Bob Ricard (IRE) 3l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 6-

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at promise when sixth of 9 in bumper (12/1) at Taunton (16.5f, heavy) on NH debut 44 days ago Can build on it now. 30Mar

TFRHHHHI BHA-

FORM 1-

TIMEFORM VIEW €115,000 3-y-o, Coastal Path gelding. Dam, ran twice over hurdles, half-sister to useful hurdler/ chaser (stayed 3m) Utopie des Bordes. Won his sole start in points in December One to take seriously on debut.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 5-

TIMEFORM VIEW Given a considerate introduction when fifth in Hereford bumper in November Has since undergone wind surgery and also wears a first-time tongue tie Can’t be ruled out.

Nov22 Her 16f NHF soft 5/10 Ioupy Collonges (FR) 24l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelfth of 13 in bumper at Exeter (16.7f, good to soft, 7/1) on NH debut 22 days ago. Lots more is required.

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 33-

TIMEFORM VIEW Milan gelding. Third sole start in Irish points and on bumper debut over C&D in March. Can do better still. Shortlisted.

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

4 10-10

B Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen

S Old Oak Holdings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Oasis Dream gelding. Dam unraced. Had a wind op ahead of his debut. Market can guide RACECOURSE DEBUT

8

I’D GO MANIAC (FR) (-)

B or Br g Bow Creek (IRE) - Saint Goustan (FR) 4 10-10

J Tom Cannon

T Alan King, Barbury Castle

O Mr Alan King

B Mr James Potter

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

9

KINGOFTHESWINGERZ (IRE) (-)

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Miss Baloo (IRE) 4 10-10

J Lorcan Murtagh

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

O Albermarle Racing

B Mr K. D. Cotter

S Clay Street Property Consultants

10

KINTAIL (GB) (27)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Speed Bonnie Boat 4 10-10

J David Bass

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Lady Dulverton

B H. D. J. Daly

S Unibet

11 MOLLY’S

THIRD MAN (GB) (37)

Ch g Jack Hobbs - Molly’s A Diva

J Sam Twiston-Davies

T Henry Daly, Ludlow

O Mr J. Perriss

B J. F. Perriss

S Humphrey Butler Ltd

12 NO NO ESPRESSO (GB) (27)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Go For Coffee

J Tom Bellamy

4 10-10

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 3-y-o, Bow Creek gelding. Dam, 17f-21f hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to smart hurdler/very smart chaser (15f-2 3/4m winner in France)

Saint Goustan Blue Considered newcomer

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fair hurdler Flemings Dream and fair chaser Head On. Betting can prove a good indicator.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 2-

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding who made a promising start when second of 5 in bumper (85/40) at Wincanton 27 days ago. Firmly in the picture with better to come Yard also have Ideal des Bordes in here.

16Apr Wcn 15f NHF gd-sf 2/5 Horaces Pearl (FR) 2l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 4-

TIMEFORM VIEW Remote fourth of 8 in bumper (3/1) at Wetherby (16f, soft) on NH debut 37 days ago. Needs to step forward.

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 6-

4 10-10

T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

O Don Sebastiao Partnership

B Shade Oak Stud

S Willerby Landscapes Limited

13

THE GREY MAN (GB) (-)

B or Gr g Dartmouth - Timon’s Tara

J Ben Poste

4 10-10

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

O Mr Mark James

B A. P. James

14 TIGER BLADE (GB) (16)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Tiger Line

J Luke Scott (7)

T Tom Weston, Hindlip

O Mr Tom Weston

B Mrs S. C. Welch

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

4 10-10

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 9 in bumper (8/1) at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to soft) on NH debut 27 days ago More is needed.

16Apr Hun 15f NHF gd-sf 6/9 Land Genie 21l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Dartmouth gelding. Dam, fairly useful 21f/2 3/4m hurdle/chase winner, sister to useful hurdler/ smart chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Rathlin and bumper winner Grotesque Market can guide RACECOURSE

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 6-

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 17 in bumper (66/1) at this C&D (good to soft) on NH debut 16 days ago Needs to build on it.

27Apr War 16f NHF good 6/17 Check The Score (IRE) 11l

2022: STRONG LEADER 5 11 2 A P Heskin 3-1 (Olly Murphy) 8 ran

Running for the first time since Gelding No 7, 8, 9, 13.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Rock House (IRE), 4-1 Ideal des Bordes (FR), 15-2 Saint Jaguen (FR), 8-1 Kintail (GB), 10-1 I’d Go Maniac (FR), 14-1 Ultra Beat (IRE), 20-1 Molly’s Third Man (GB), 28-1 Helpful (GB), 33-1 Tiger Blade (GB), 50-1 Sweet Threat (FR), Kingoftheswingerz (IRE), The Grey Man (GB), 66-1 Dish of The Day (IRE), No No Espresso (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ROCK HOUSE looked a good prospect when impressively landing a Huntingdon bumper last month and is taken to successfully concede weight all round. Nicky Henderson’s Irish point winner Ideal des Bordes and promising Wincanton second Kintail both command plenty of respect though. Saint Jaguen and I’d Go Maniac are two more to consider in an interesting bumper

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROCK HOUSE (IRE) 2.IDEAL DES BORDES (FR) 3.KINTAIL

Telephone 01386 577940

Email

www.hazeltonmountford.co.uk/equine

TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 4.50 - THE RACING TV CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to May 10th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb 21 entries at £36. - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) A

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 5.25 - THE HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY FRANK JORDAN ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE

RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4084 to the winning horse The second to receive £1881, the third £940 and the fourth £471 for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Violet Jordan & Family have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 13 entries at £37. - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392 (Penalty Value £4084.50)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 5.55 - THE HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY FRANK JORDAN ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4084 to the winning horse The second to receive £1881, the third £940 and the fourth £471 for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Violet Jordan & Family have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 13 entries at £37. - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392 (Penalty Value £4084.50)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 6.25 - THE WARWICKSHIRE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb

The Warwickshire by the Club Company have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 26 entries at £34. - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 6.55 - THE WINNERS WEAR CAVANI NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215 and the fourth £608. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb House of Cavani have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 12 entries at £46. - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 2lb.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 7.25 - THE WINNERS WEAR CAVANI HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £71 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £57 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb House of Cavani have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 22 entries at £71. - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 7.55 - THE HAMLINGTON’S FINE JEWELLERY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4488 to the winning horse The second to receive £2065, the third £1032, the fourth £516 and the fifth £257. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £39 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Hamlington’s Fine Jewellery have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 24 entries, 1 at £7 and 23 at £39. - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 8.25 - THE racingtv.com OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2178 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1003, the third £501 and the fourth £251. for four and five 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, May 8th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb

The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race 35 entries at £20 - Closed May 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209 (Penalty Value £2178.40)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Winners wear Cavani nners wear

USE JOCKEY15 FOR 15% OFF*

*ONLINE ONLY