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6TH RACE
3m 26y
THE FOLLOW @willhillracing ON TWITTER CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £6000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £1892; Second £946; Third £473; Fourth £289; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £2469.76) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (16-21): P Kirby (26 wins from 191 runners, 14%) runs STITCH UP Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Menzies (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs YOU SOME BOY Weightwatcher: MAMOO won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 14lb to 86. Longest Traveller: HIGH GROUNDS trained by R Potter, Sellack, 199 miles.
RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three mile handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.
colours no horse form age st-lb
1 ASHOVER HILLS (IRE) (13) 50-645
5 11-12
B g Yeats (IRE) - Bobnval (IRE)
Jockey: Thomas Willmott (3) Owner: Mr D. Sutherland Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form on the first of 2 bumper starts and similar form over hurdles, fifth of 10 in novice hurdle (9/2) at Catterick (19.3f, good) 13 days ago. Upped in trip for this handicap bow. Star RatingHHHII BHA 95 2 GEONICE (FR) (22) 003126
5 11-7
Gr g Samum (GER) - Terenice (FR)
Jockey: Oakley Brown Owner: The Desperados 3 Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Breeder: Mme Michele Vagne & Mr Gabriel Vagne Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in 23f Hexham handicap in October before very good second next time. First-time hood failed to spark any further improvement last time and that headgear is quickly discarded. Star RatingHHIII BHA 90 3 YOU SOME BOY (IRE) (18) 4020-01
6 11-7
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - You Some Massini (IRE) Jockey: Nathan Moscrop Owner: Mr John Wade Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Breeder: M. Fogarty Sponsor: John Wade (Haulage) Limited, Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to get off the mark on his fifth run over timber when scoring in a 16-runner handicap at Newcastle earlier this month. Up 8lb and this step up in trip should be right up his street. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 90 4 HIGH GROUNDS (IRE) (25) P/000-01
8 11-7
B g High Chaparral (IRE) - Civility Cat (USA) Jockey: Jordan Nailor Owner: Mr R. D. Potter Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack Breeder: Lynch Bages, Camas Park & Brittas House
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 10f winner on Flat who left previous exploits over hurdles behind when scoring in a first-time tongue strap at Market Rasen 25 days ago. Hit with 13lb rise but could have more to offer. Star RatingHHHII BHA 90 5 THUNDERSOCKSSUNDAE (IRE) (27) 0020-23 BF 6 11-4
B g Yeats (IRE) - Roseabel (IRE) Owner: 4 Left Footers & A Blewnose Breeder: Ian Williams Jockey: Peter Kavanagh (3) Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Sponsor: Longcroft Building Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Turned over at odds-on when returning to action for new yard at Worcester last month and similar form sporting first-time cheekpieces when third at Southwell next time. Player with top claimer booked. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 87 6 OLIVER’S ISLAND (IRE) (10) 11000-2 CD 9 11-4
B g Milan - Leading Rank (IRE) Owner: Mr Sean Conway Breeder: J. R. Weston Jockey: Aaron Anderson Trainer: Jessica Bedi, Yarm Sponsor: Glenelly Infrastructure Solutions
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back handicaps over C&D/at Catterick around the turn of the year and made pleasing reappearance when head second on yard debut at Uttoxeter 10 days ago. One to consider. Star RatingHHHII BHA 87 7 VESHENSKAYA (IRE) (63) 635-P04
6 11-4
B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Manorville (IRE) Owner: Signify Partnership Breeder: Anne Marie Ryan Jockey: Bruce Lynn Trainer: Andrew Crook, Leyburn Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now thirteen runs since his last win in 2020. Step back in the right direction in a change of headgear when seventh at Newcastle last month and his mark continues to tumble. Star RatingHHHII BHA 86 9 BALLYFARSOON (IRE) (119) 20-P534
10 11-1
Ch g Medicean - Amzara (IRE) Owner: Barnsley Burglars Breeder: Mr A. O’Sullivan Jockey: Ned Fox (7) Trainer: Peter Winks, Barnsley
TIMEFORM VIEW Mark is sliding and he took a step back in the right direction when third of 5 at Cartmel in July. Ridden too aggressively back there 6 weeks later and looks set for another struggle. Star RatingHHIII BHA 84 10 DERRICK D’ANJOU (IRE) (24) 342-005
10 11-0
B g Double Eclipse (IRE) - Belle d’Anjou (FR) Jockey: Danny Burton Owner: Hill House Racing Club Trainer: Jessica Bedi, Yarm Breeder: John Long
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden chaser who has offered little for his current yard over obstacles, never landing a blow when fifth in handicap chase (5/1) at Sedgefield (26.9f, soft) 24 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII BHA 83 11 ATOMIC ANGEL (GB) (19) 3-35351
6 10-13
Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Sovereignoftheseas Jockey: Theo Gillard Owner: Castle View Racing Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn Breeder: Mrs A. M. L. Munnis Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account at the ninth attempt under a more patient ride than previously in very ordinary affair at Hexham earlier this month. Up 4lb and may feature now she’s up and running. Star RatingHHHII BHA 82 12 MAGIC OF MILAN (IRE) (52) 2026//-30
8 10-13
B m Milan - Laughing Lesa (IRE) Owner: On the Road Again 2 Breeder: Cathal Ennis Jockey: Lewis Stones (3) Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley Sponsor: Keighley Steel
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Ayr in January 2019 and shaped well back from a lengthy absence at Hexham on sole start last term. Well held back with former yard there 52 days ago, but should be sharper now. Star RatingHHHII BHA 82 13 HOWZAT HIRIS (FR) (39) 6450-64
4 10-12
Gr f Al Namix (FR) - Une Dame d’Or (FR) Jockey: Jack Hogan (7) Owner: Sticky Wicket Racing Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Minimal promise in bumpers and similar story to date over hurdles. Handicap debut and best to look elsewhere unless the market speaks in her favour. Star RatingHHIII BHA 82 14 KILDRUM (IRE) (19) U/P2P-5P
B g Milan - Close Flame (IRE) Owner: Mr T. M. Clarke Breeder: Close Holding Ltd
8 10-10
Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (6) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on second start for this yard 23.3f at Hexham in March, but showed nothing after 7 months off back there 19 days ago. Tough to fancy on that evidence. Star RatingHHIII BHA 79 15 MOIDORE (GB) (8) 433055
B g Galileo (IRE) - Flash of Gold Owner: Mr C. T. Pogson Breeder: The Queen
12 10-7
Jockey: Philip Armson (3) Trainer: Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
TIMEFORM VIEW Not won for a while and underperformed from 7lb out of the handicap at Fakenham 8 days ago. Easily opposed. Star RatingHHIII BHA 76 16 SILVER STAR MIX (GB) (35) 0U-P600
5 10-5
Gr m Fair Mix (IRE) - Shady Olive Owner: Six Star Racing Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. L. Edwards Jockey: Edward Austin (3) Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who has finished out with the washing on all 3 completed starts under Rules. Best watch on first start for new yard. Star RatingHIIII BHA 74 17 STITCH UP (IRE) (19) 4400-0P
B g Milan - Be My Granny Owner: Mr Dave Carter Breeder: Colm Griffin
5 10-2
Jockey: Joe Williamson (3) Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who didn’t offer a great deal last season. Similar story of both recent starts so tough to see him featuring despite 5lb drop in the weights. Star RatingHHIII BHA 71
DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2020: OLIVER’S ISLAND (IRE) 8 10 1 Aaron Anderson 9-2 (Sean Conway) 16 ran
Hood worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 8, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 10, 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 16. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 10, 12. Stewards Note: DERRICK D’ANJOU: Following its run on 3/12/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
PLAY SMARTER
Cases can be made for several but the most compelling is for YOU SOME BOY. Rebecca Menzies’ charge showed improved form to get off the mark at Newcastle earlier this month and he’s taken to make light of an 8lb rise with this step up in distance promising to suit. Thundersockssundae is feared having been placed on both recent outings, along with C&D winner Oliver’s Island and Mamoo. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YOU SOME BOY (IRE) 2.THUNDERSOCKSSUNDAE (IRE) 3.OLIVER’S ISLAND (IRE)
THE RESULT
Wetherby Racecourse will present a £50 cash prize to the lad or lass responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race, and a memento to the owner of the winning horse.
HORSE WELFARE
Here at Wetherby Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing
quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible
quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have three
specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all
horses in action. There is also a British Horseracing Authority Veterinary
Officer in attendance.
During the race three vets follow the action from the centre of the course
and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic
Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.
It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment
whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse. It is designed to afford
the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
NOTICES
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to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission
of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to
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THE CORAL WELSH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £150000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £65370, 2nd £26835, 3rd £13425, 4th £6705, 5th £3360, 6th £1680. (Penalty Value £85425) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 NATIVE RIVER (IRE) (23) 1/3143-2 C BF 11 11-12
Br Ch g Indian River (FR) - Native Mo (IRE) O Brocade Racing
Brendan Powell J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T B Fred Mackey Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW 2018 Cheltenham Gold Cup winner who also took this in 2016. Still capable of top-class form last term but he underperformed by quite some way when remote second on Aintree return. Change of headgear. TFRHHHII BHA166 (-4) 2 ELEGANT ESCAPE (IRE) (23) 236P0/-0 C
Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Graineuaile (IRE) O Mr J. P. Romans
9 11-2
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T B Jay Leahy Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of this race in 2018. Off 21 months, found 2m over hurdles an inadequate test onf Sandown return but it should have blown away some cobwebs and this trip is much more suitable. TFRHHHII BHA156 (-2) 3 KIMBERLITE CANDY (IRE) (23) P/21/2P-0 C 9 10-10
Br B g Flemensfifrth (USA) - Mandys Native (IRE) O Mr John P. McManus
Richie McLernon J Tom Lacey, Woolhope T
B Martin & Leonard O’Hanlon TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up in Becher Chase atAintree in 2019 and 2020 but returned with a rather lacklustre display in that same race 23 days ago. Possibly best watched after that. Blinkered fifrst time. TFRHHIII BHA150 (-3) 4 TRUCKERS LODGE (IRE) (23) 21/U00-5 C 9 10-10
Br B g Westerner - Galeacord (IRE) O Gordon & Su Hall
Lorcan Williams J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B Mrs Ann Hogan Morson Group S TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of Midlands Grand National in 2020.Also second and seventh in the last 2 runnings of this.Well behind Iwilldoit on course return but this has presumably been the target. Blinkered fifrst time. TFRHHHII BHA150 (-3) 5 MIGHTY THUNDER (GB) (58) 16121-4 8 10-10
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE) O Allson Sparkle Ltd
Derek Fox J Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B C. and Mrs Wilson Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale S TIMEFORMVIEW Vastly improved last season,bagging fourth win of the campaign in Scottish National atAyr.Should be sharper for Wetherby return and could have even more to come at marathon trips. TFRHHHHI BHA150 6 HIGHLAND HUNTER (IRE) (23) 3F125-1
Br Gr g Subtle Power (IRE) - Loughine Sparkle (IRE) O Mr T. Barr
8 10-9 (in 4lb ex) Harry Cobden J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B Mr A. O’Driscoll Morson Group S TIMEFORMVIEW Typical steady improver from his yard who took it up another notch when edging out DeiseAba in London National at Sandown on return. Slightly longer trip now should play to strengths. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA145 (+3) 7 THE BIG DOG (IRE) (23) U331-30
Br B g Mahler - Saddlers Leader (IRE) O Damien J. Kelly/Colin Kelly
8 10-7
Jonathan Burke J Peter Fahey, Ireland T
B Kevin Neville TIMEFORMVIEW Well suited step up to 31/2m when winning atPunchestown in February.Below formin chase/hurdlearound 3m this term but better can be expected now stepping back up in trip.Yard does well in Britain. TFRHHHII BHA147 8 RAMSES DE TEILLEE (FR) (37) 0040-34 C 9 10-6
Br Gr g Martaline - Princesse d’Orton (FR) O John White & Anne Underhill
Tom Scudamore J David Pipe, Wellington T B S.A.S. Brosseau et Fils & C. Brosseau W & S Recycling S TIMEFORM VIEW Second to Elegant Escape in this in 2018. Latest Haydock fourth shows he’s still capable of smart form. Goes well on testing ground. Has fifrst-time cheekpieces added to usual tongue strap. TFRHHHII BHA146 9 MAC TOTTIE (GB) (23) P12-41F
Br B g Midnight Legend - Tot of The Knar O Steve & Jackie Fleetham
8 10-2
Sean Bowen J Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest T B Steve & Jackie Fleetham Unique Windows S TIMEFORMVIEW Ended 2020/21 on a high and all the better for return when winning Grand Sefton at Aintree (21f) in October. Fell early in the Becher there since. TFRHHHII BHA142
10 ACHILLE (FR) (23) 1/2/226-5 11 10-1
Br Gr g Dom Alco (FR) - Hase (FR) O Mrs Vida Bingham
Hugh Nugent (5) J Venetia Williams, Hereford T B Cte Yves D’Armaille Faucets Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Shaped likely a well-handicapped horse for much of way and possibly just needed run after 9 months off when 23 lengths fiffth of 21 in Becher at Aintree. Should be spot on now. TFRHHHHI BHA141 (-2) 11 SECRET REPRIEVE (IRE) (352) 522/F11- CD 7 10-0
Br B g Flemensfifrth (USA) - Oscar’s Reprieve (IRE) O Mr & Mrs William Rucker
Adam Wedge J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T B R. McCarthy Tote S TIMEFORMVIEW Big improver last winter,running out an impressive winner of this contest when last seen in January. Absent since but he likely has more to come as a lightly-raced 7-y-o. Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA140 12 DISCORDANTLY (IRE) (36) 0UF6P-6 7 10-0
Br B g Salutino (GER) - Collinstown Queen (IRE) O The Odd Fellows Partnership
Gavin Sheehan J Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T
B P. Gavin TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser who returned with a respectable sixth of 16 inTroytown at Navan (3m) 36 days ago.Yard’s runners over here always respected but he’s not obviously well treated.Tongue tied fifrst time. TFRHHHII BHA140 13 DEISE ABA (IRE) (23) PP1P-22 C BF 8 10-0
Br B g Mahler - Kit Massini (IRE) O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings
Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T B Ms Margaret Leahy Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Has returned with good runner-up efforts at Aintree (hurdle) and in London National at Sandown. Went down by only a nose to Highland Hunter in latter and 4lb better off with him now. TFRHHHHI BHA140 (+2) 14 HOLD THAT TAUGHT (GB) (57) 5/2323-1 6 10-0
Br B g Kayf Tara - Belle Magello (FR) O Mr P. Davies
Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T B R. D. Chugg & Rahinston Farm Faucets Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Has taken well to chasing and landed a gamble as he opened his account in this sphere on return in 3 1/4m Carlisle handicap 8 weeks ago, asserting with a bit in hand. More to come. TFRHHHHI BHA135 (-1) 15 COLORADO DOC (GB) (23) 21-1422 10 10-0
Br B g Dr Massini (IRE) - First Royal (GER) O Mr David Brace
Connor Brace J David Brace, Bridgend T B Mr David Brace Dunraven Group of Companies S TIMEFORMVIEW Notched third success under Rules when landingWorcester novice hurdle in October.Eased late on and better than latest 24 lengths second to Iwilldoit here (3m) might suggest but stamina a big worry. TFRHHIII BHA134 (+1) 16 IWILLDOIT (GB) (23) 1/6203-1 C
8 10-0 (in 4lb ex)
Br B g Flying Legend (USA) - Lyricist’s Dream O Diamond Racing Ltd
Stan Sheppard J Sam Thomas, Cardiff T B R. L. Brown Diamond Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Just his third outing over fences when bolting up over 3m here 23 days ago,jumping well under a positive ride. Effectively 10lb higher now (6lb out of handicap) but it may not prevent a bold bid. TFRHHHHI BHA130 (+10) 17 EVA’S OSKAR (IRE) (17) F44-122 C 7 10-0
Br Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Sardagna (FR) O Sally & Richard Prince
Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T B Mr & Mrs N. Faulks Tote S TIMEFORMVIEW Returned better than ever when scoring over 3m here in October and has backed it up with seconds at Ascot and Cheltenham since. 8lb out of the handicap here, though. TFRHHHII BHA132 (+3) 18 CAPTAIN DRAKE (IRE) (37) P540-04 8 10-0
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Julika (GER) O Gary Stevens and Brian and Sandy Lambert
Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T B Gary Hadden Citipost S TIMEFORMVIEW Ran ablinderwhen6lengthsfourth toSecretReprieveinthis race lastseason.Hasn’t reproduced that level in his 3 subsequent outings so relying on a return to this venue sparking a revival. TFRHHIII BHA132 19 HILL SIXTEEN (GB) (23) PPP-362 8 10-0
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Chasers Chic O J Fyffe & S Townshend
Craig Nichol J Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T B Mrs Audrey Goodwin Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Sandy Thomson Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser who was back to form with a bang on just second outing for this yard when going close in Becher at Aintree 23 days ago. Effectively running off 4lb higher here but still of interest. TFRHHHHI BHA132 (+10)
Jack Tudor (3) J Christian Williams, Bridgend T B Mrs P. J. O’Connor RacehorseClub.com S TIMEFORMVIEW Won the Midlands andWelsh Nationals in 2019.Not so productive since but back to form with a close second in a cross-country event at Cheltenham 17 days ago. 8lb out of the handicap. TFRHHHII BHA132 (+6)
DECLARED RUNNERS 20 2020:MEETING ABANDONED
Blinkers worn fifrst time by No. 3, 4, 18. Tongue Strap worn fifrst time by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn fifrst time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 15. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8, 9, 18. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 10, 13, 20.
Stewards Note:
DEISE ABA: Following its run on 4/12/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Highland Hunter (IRE), 17-2 Secret Reprieve (IRE), 11-1 Deise Aba (IRE), Hold That Taught (GB), 12-1 The Big Dog (IRE), Iwilldoit (GB), 14-1 Hill Sixteen (GB), 18-1 Ramses de Teillee (FR), 22-1 Native River (IRE), Mighty Thunder (GB), Potters Corner (IRE), 25-1 Achille (FR), 28-1 Truckers Lodge (IRE), Discordantly (IRE), 33-1 Elegant Escape (IRE), Kimberlite Candy (IRE), Mac Tottie (GB), Colorado Doc (GB), 40-1 Eva’s Oskar (IRE), 66-1 Captain Drake (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Four previous winners line-up. SECRET REPRIEVE is the most recent and he took last season’s renewal in the style of one has more to offer so he’s fancied to make light of his absence since and become the fifrst back-to-back winner since Bonanza Boy in 1988-89. Deise Aba looks well-in off the same mark as when edged out by Highland Hunter at Sandown so he’s feared most. Iwilldoit is next best. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SECRET REPRIEVE (IRE) 2.DEISE ABA (IRE) 3.IWILLDOIT
RACE RESULT
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