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Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are deﬁned below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

Official BHA Rating

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

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

Form Guide

The figures in red display the horse’s previous form, with the number denoting finishing position. The number on the right shows the runners most recent result, with abbreviations used also. A layoff from racing is shown with either or / CD Course and distance winner; BF Beaten favourite; F Fell; B Brought down; P Pulled up; R Refused; S Slipped up; U Unseated rider; R Ran out. The form guide is provided to help you pick which horse will carry your money in the race. Read the Timeform comment carefully and try to weigh up the horse’s previous runs against the conditions of the race.

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | 5 FUSIL RAFFLES (FR) (20) 1P12P-2 6 11-0 B g Saint des Saints (FR) Tali des Obeaux (FR) Jockey: Daryl Jacob Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart novice chaser, cracking second in Marsh Chase at the Festival, and he occupied same spot when makingapleasingreturnatNewtonAbbot20daysago Hashisstaminatoproveover3mthough. Star RatingHHHII BHA 152 HOW TO READ THE RACECARD Horse’s Saddlecloth Number Horse’s Name Sex of Horse Days since last ran Form Weight Carried Age Colour of Horse Form Comments Jockey

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

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It was another exciting day of racing here at Wetherby in the season opener, on Wednesday 12th October.

The opener was won by the Donald McCain-trained Collingham, with the four-year-old doing well to fend off late pressure from the veteran Fransham. He took a keen hold early on, keeping touch with the leading pack but wasn’t jumping particularly ﬂuently. Jockey Theo Gillard did well, taking the lead towards the ﬁnish. Fransham rallied late on but was unable to close the distance while the favourite, Sonning found no extra late on.

The short-priced favourite El Borracho justiﬁed his strong market support when scoring in the second race of the day, a three-runner handicap steeple chase. It was a tight contest with El Borracho leading most of the way, though the gelding’s jumping wasn’t the most consistent Sue Smith’s Joke Dancer pressed well throughout the race but ultimately found no extra on the run-in Texard led entering the ﬁnal circuit but soon found himself outpaced. It was a good victory, but maybe not as convincing as the market had suggested.

The excellent Donald McCain and Brian Hughes combination shone again in the third of the day with a dominant victory from the three-year-old Vintage Valley. It was a ﬁne ride from Brian Hughes, keeping the gelding with the pack before storming clear 3 out, pushing further clear in the run-in, in what ended up being a comfortable win. The clear market favourite on the day (5/6), Highland Frolic was looking mightily impressive until jumping awkwardly 3 out, leaving him with no chance of challenging for the lead but was still able to take second with the big-priced Robin Goodfellow clutching third.

Jockey Adam Wedge produced a ﬁne performance aboard the veteran Tardree in the Bobby Renton Handicap Chase. It was a smart ride, keeping the gelding in a strong position and jumping well before challenging

the leader over the last, soon flying clear Whoshotthesheriff came in second after some unconvincing jumping. The favourite, Saint Arvans was running well, leading two out before falling at the last.

The fifth was a five-runner handicap and a bit of a messy race with the leading trio weakening late on to be caught by the rear pair. The favourite Caius Marcius was the victor in the end after racing at the back of the field most of the running, Brian Hughes then kicked him into gear making headway. Shaken up just before two out before taking the lead in the run in. Hillview matched the eleven-year-olds run but found no extra late on and had to make do with second while Snookered was outpaced in third.

The penultimate race of the day ended up much closer than the market suggested. The well-backed favourite, Not What It Seems may have got the win, though Micky Hammond’s gelding was made to work for it. He led for most of the going and was hard pressed from two out but in the end just did enough to keep his place, despite the best efforts of the second placed Ballyporeen. Rebecca Menzies’ gelding ran very well pressing the leader all the way but just couldn’t manage to ﬁnd enough to score the victory. The rest of the ﬁeld was no match for the leading pair.

The days racing was then concluded in a two-runner race which may have looked competitive on paper but ended up being anything but. Micky Hammond scoring his second victory of the day as his seven-year-old gelding Mac Suibhne scored an easy victory. He made a mess of the fourth fence, but from then on he was cruising, going clear two out. The market clearly favoured his rival more, but Big Changes was unable to notch a second victory on the day for trainer L J Morgan. The ﬁve-year-olds jumping was not ﬂuent and he was struggling to keep pace with the leader and found no extra from the last.

TARDREE LAST TIME OUT | Wednesday 12th October CAIUS MARCIUS EL(LEFT) BORRACHO NOT WHAT IT SEEMS MAC SUIBHNE COLLINGHAM VINTAGE VALLEY (RIGHT)

THE BUZZ

by Wetherbee

RACE ONE

Ange Endormi arguably sets the standard of those who have run in a handicap, but there are a couple of interesting debutants who have now received a mark. Algesiras ran with credit when last seen ﬁnishing third at Market Rasen in December and is likely to prove more competitive now up in trip However, PIAFF BUBBLES makes slightly more appeal with the beneﬁt of a recent run, and has shaped with more promise in his completed starts over hurdles.

WIN: PIAFF BUBBLES DANGER: Algesiras

RACE TWO

Loughderg Rocco is an interesting recruit to fences but he faces a stiff task given what his rivals achieved over hurdles. There was a lot to like about Press Your Luck’s win on his ﬁrst attempt over fences at Chepstow and that experience should stand him in good stead. However, he may struggle to concede 10lb to GELINO BELLO, who was last seen winning the Grade 1 Sefton Novices’ Hurdle and he rates an exciting prospect.

WIN: GELINO BELLO DANGER: Press Your Luck

RACE THREE

NAME IN LIGHTS has proved a different proposition since being fitted with the tongue-tie, winning with ease on his last two starts, and he will prove difficult to beat if ready to roll on his seasonal/handicap debut. Parisencore was last seen finishing second at Bangor in May and a 2lb rise shouldn’t prevent the Nicky Richards inmate from remaining compet itive, with Market Rasen winner Rory And Me another to consider now entering handicaps for the first time.

WIN: NAME IN LIGHTS DANGER: Parisencore

RACE FOUR

Medyaf made a winning start to his hurdling career when scoring at Stratford earlier this month. He was slightly in front when left clear at the ﬁnal obstacle, but marginal preference is for TUDDENHAM GREEN Alan King’s charge came back from a short break to score over this trip at Chepstow on his hurdling debut earlier in the month and can make his presence felt once more, while Mr Freedom should also be considered.

WIN: TUDDENHAM GREEN DANGER: Medyaf RACE FIVE

FLIC OU VOYOU recorded an emphatic victory on his return to action earlier this month and looks set to have another progressive season ahead of him. Paul Nicholls’ charge ﬁnished a respectable second in Listed company in March and looks more than capable of getting involved at this level. Into Overdrive makes his return to action following a series of consistent runs last season and is feared most, ahead of Coconut Splash.

WIN: FLIC OU VOYOU DANGER: Into Overdrive

RACE SIX

JAR DU DESERT, whose dam is a half-sister to a Grade 1 hurdles winner in France, appeals on pedigree and could be worth chancing on debut. Ygritte is a half-sister to a couple of winners in this discipline and the Dan Skelton-trained three-year-old is respected receiving 7lb off the boys. Solomoon runs for the same stable and has to be feared, while Obsessedwithyou also has the potential advantage of the sex allowance and is another to monitor in the betting market.

WIN: JAR DU DESERT DANGER: Ygritte

RACE SEVEN

There was a lot to like about the dominant display posted by UKANTANGO on his hurdles bow at Aintree in May and he is taken to pick up where he left off, despite having to shoulder a penalty. Don Hollow is an intriguing runner from the Dan Skelton yard as he showed tenacity to win a bumper here in February. He’s one to bear in mind now he tackles the next stage of his development. Burrows Hall looks the pick of Sue Smith’s pair of intended runners and also warrants a betting check.

WIN: UKANTANGO DANGER: Don Hollow

No slip, no problem! Meeting: Unit Stake: Total Stake: We want to to make putting your Placepot on as easy as possible Simply fill out this page and show it to any member of the Tote team who will process your bet. Remember to place your bets early and check your receipt carefully Race 1 Race 6 Race 2 Race 3 Race 4 Race 5 Selection 1Selection 2Selection 3Selection 4 Horse No.Horse No.Horse No. Horse No. How To Play Fill in the race meeting above The Placepot is available at every UK & Irish meeting Write the racecard number of the horse(s) you want to select in the boxes above Enter ‘FAV’ if you would like the ‘SP favourite’. Pick at least one selection in each race Finally, choose how much you want to spend.The minimum total stake is £2. 1. 2. 3. Pick a placed horse in races 1 to 6

Race 1 1.00 6f

1 Ehraz (GB) 9-12

2 Spirit of Breeze (IRE) 8-7

3 Tiriac (GB) 8-7

Race 2 1.30 7f

1 Alpha Crucis (IRE) 9-2

2 Aspatre (GB) 9-2

3 Burdett Road (GB) 9-2

4 Florida (IRE) 9-2

5 Glorious Lion (GB) 9-2

6 In The Trenches (GB) 9-2

7 Macho Sun (IRE) 9-2

8 Majestic Pride (GB) 9-2

9 Mukeedd (GB) 9-2

10 Physique (IRE) 9-2

11 Puzzletown (GB) 9-2

12 Sky Fox (IRE) 9-2

13 Trackman (GB) 9-2

14 Yellow Lion (GB) 9-2

Race 3 2.05 7f

1 Ben Dikduk (IRE) 9-2

2 Bodorgan (IRE) 9-2

3 Dedham (GB) 9-2

4 Dream Pirate (GB) 9-2

5 Eyetrap (GB) 9-2

6 Greek Giant (IRE) 9-2

7 Marcolini (IRE) 9-2

8 Milteye (GB) 9-2

9 Quizlet (GB) 9-2

10 Sceptic (IRE) 9-2

11 Star of Sussex (FR) 9-2

12 Struck Gold (IRE) 9-2

13 Zoukster (GB) 9-2

NEWMARKET

Race 4 2.40 6f

1 All The Time (IRE) 9-2

2 Aunt Violet (USA) 9-2

3 Believing (IRE) 9-2

4 Diamond Vega (GB) 9-2

5 Immortal Beauty (IRE) 9-2

6 Kitai (IRE) 9-2

7 Marine Wave (IRE) 9-2

8 Matilda Picotte (IRE) 9-2

9 Premiere Beauty (GB) 9-2

10 Queen Olly (IRE) 9-2

Race 5 3.15 1m 2f

1 Dual Identity (IRE) 10-0

2 Bad Company (GB) 9-11

3 Turntable (GB) 9-10

4 Piecederesistance (IRE) 9-7

5 Frantanck (GB) 9-4

6 Tiger Beetle (GB) 8-9

7 Outside World (GB) 8-9

8 Oh Herberts Reign (IRE) 8-8

Race 6 3.50 2m

1 Military Two Step (FR) 10-4

2 Allmankind (GB) 10-3

3 Wilderness (GB) 9-12

4 Country Pyle (GB) 9-11

5 Malakahna (FR) 9-8

6 Zikany (GB) 9-6

7 Flint Hill (GB) 9-5

8 Novel Legend (IRE) 9-2

9 King Francis (IRE) 8-13

10 Love Poems (IRE) 8-11

11 Mister Camacho (IRE) 8-6

Race 7 4.25 1m 4f

1 Old Port (IRE) 10-2

2 Soldier In Action (FR) 10-0

3 Haseefah (GB) 9-11

4 Torcello (IRE) 9-7

5 Noble Masquerade (GB) 9-7

6 Aqwaam (GB) 9-4

7 Downsman (IRE) 9-0

8 Two Brothers (GB) 8-9

9 Primi Ordinis (IRE) 8-6

10 Haarar (GB) 8-6

11 Eklil (GB) 8-3

Race 8 5.00 1m

1 Alternative Fact (GB) 10-2

2 The Rain King (IRE) 9-13

3 Golden Mayflower (GB) 9-12

4 Professional Widow (IRE) 9-12

5 Silver Screen (GB) 9-11

6 Canoodled (IRE) 9-11

7 Darvel (IRE) 9-11

8 Atlantis Blue (GB) 9-10

9 They Don’t Know (IRE) 9-8

10 My Mate Ted (IRE) 9-8

11 Le Reveur (IRE) 9-8

12 Give It Some Teddy (GB) 9-8

13 Newton Jack (GB) 9-6

14 Urban Violet (GB) 9-5

15 Fourshadesofsilver (GB) 9-1

16 Kadima Imperial (GB) 9-1

17 Hopeforthebest (GB) 8-13

11-10

11-6

11-0

10-13

(GB) 10-7

Saonois (FR) 10-4

(GB) 10-2

168y

Day (IRE) 12-1

Town (IRE) 11-11

Rocca (IRE) 11-5

(GB) 11-3

(IRE) 11-2

(GB) 11-2

Rhythm (GB) 10-13

(FR) 10-11

Glenview Beauty (IRE) 10-7

10 Luna Dora (GB) 10-2

11 Torrent des Mottes (FR) 10-2

Race 5 3.40 1m 7f 214y

1 Thunder Rock (IRE) 11-8

2 Barrichello (GB) 11-7

3 Llandinabo Lad (GB) 11-6

4 Deeper Blue (FR) 11-5

5 Quinta Do Mar (IRE) 11-4

6 Stimulating Song (GB) 11-4

7 Zacony Rebel (IRE) 11-2

Brief Times (IRE) 11-2

Race 6 4.15

(IRE)

(FR)

(GB)

(IRE) 11-9

(IRE)

(GB) 11-4

(IRE) 11-2

(GB) 11-0

(GER) 10-2

(GB) 10-2

(IRE) 10-2

(IRE) 11-0

(IRE) 10-13

(GB) 10-13

(GER) 10-13

(IRE) 10-13

(IRE) 10-7

(GB) 10-6

UTTOXETER Race 1 1.20 1m 7f 168y 1 Bean Norty (GB) 11-5 2 Hidden Beauty (GB) 11-5 3 I Am Gonna Be (IRE) 11-5 4 Magical Maggie (GB) 11-5 5 Missed Vacation (IRE) 11-5 6 Phillipstown Ellen (IRE) 11-5 7 Royale Dance (FR) 11 5 8 Black Sam Vicki (GB) 11-4 9 Buying Money (IRE) 11-4 10 Chic Avenue (GB) 11-4 11 Jane du Berlais (GB) 11-4 12 Lady Alex (GB) 11-4 13 Valentine Getaway (IRE) 11-4 Race 2 1.55 2m 3f 207y 1 Awaythelad (IRE) 11-0 2 Clifton Bridge (IRE) 11-0 3 Horizon d’Or (FR) 11-0 4 Hourvari (FR) 11-0 5 Inflagrante (IRE) 11-0 6 King’s Threshold (IRE) 11-0 7 Knockanore (IRE) 11-0 8 Park This One (IRE) 11-0 9 Santos Blue (GB) 11-0 10 Izayte (FR) 10-12 11 Lord Pethers (IRE) 10-12 12 Rocktreerunner (GB) 10-7 13 Tango Arumba (IRE) 10-7 Race 3 2.30 2m 4f 1 Bridge Road (IRE) 12-0 2 Bitasweetsymphony (IRE) 11-10 3 Ballybough Mary (IRE) 11-10 4 Getabuck (IRE)

5 Colemanstown Lad (IRE)

6 Unit Sixtyfour (IRE) 11-2 7 Conceal (IRE) 11-2 8 On The Platform (IRE) 11-1 9 Hang Tough (GB)

10 Kingston King (IRE)

11 Lindisfarne

12 Agent

13 Scottsdale

Race 4 3.05 1m 7f

1 Generous

2 Golden

3 She’s A

4 Maisiebella

5 Grandee

6 Mactavish

7 Legendary

8 Andapa

2m 3f 207y 1 Craic Magic (IRE) 12-1 2 Belvedere Blast

11-12 3 Marta des Mottes

11-11 4 Let Me Entertain U

11-9 5 Muy Bien

6 First Man (IRE) 11-8 7 Couldbeaweapon (IRE) 11-7 8 Dev of Tara

11-4 9 Pardon Me

10 Lough Carra

11 Nechako

12 Ulysses

13 Rio Silva

14 Lady P

Race 7 4.45 1m 7f 168y 1 Sageburg County

2 Swallows Return

3 Fingle Bridge

4 Go To War

5 Major Fortune

6 Robynson

7 Shanakal

8 Unwanted Attention

9 Wee Tony

10 Lewesian Lass

11 Lorraine’s Girl

Made entirely from welded horsehoes, the 'Oss stands at 15 feet and weighs in at over half a tonne.

This is the second horse of this scale that Ollie has created. The first is slightly smaller and is stabled at Cheltenham Racecourse.

OLLIE HOLMAN SCULPTOR

We are delighted to have on display in the Parade Ring, this amazing Rearing Horse sculpture by Yorkshire-based Metal Art Sculptor Ollie Holman. For the time being we are calling the piece 'the 'Oss'.

From humble beginnings, aged just 13 and tinkering with scrap metal in his Dad's garage, Ollie has become an international selling Metal Sculptor with a large body of work including metal horse sculptures of all sizes to more organic metal wall art Ollie has a range of pieces for sale, including 'the 'Oss', and also works on bespoke client commissions. We hope you enjoy seeing 'The 'Oss' on your visits with us this season. www.ollieholman.com

To ﬁnd out more visit bhs.org.uk/clth Help change a life today Text CHANGE10 to 70607 to donate £10 Donate and help change a life Horses have a remarkable role to play in developing character and key life skills in young people, regardless of whether more traditional methods have been successful. Changing Lives Through Horses is an alternative education programme of regular sessions, taking place in a BHS Approved Riding Centre. Provide participants with learning materials and resources By giving £10 today, you can help. Your entire donation goes to support our Changing Lives Through Horses Programme. Each text costs £10. Your normal text rate will apply. By donating via text, you agree to us contacting you by phone about fundraising and our work. To give £10, but opt out of this, text CHANGE10 NO to 70607. Ensure regular training for our coaches so they maintain and develop their professional practice The British Horse Society is a Registered Charity Nos. 210504 and SC038516

1 COPAKE 4

B g Kodiac Allegation ()

Jockey: Alex Postolowsky

Owner: Mrs H Lloyd Herrington Trainer: Michael Herrington

Alex is from Market Rasen and will be achieving a lifetime ambition by riding in today’s Charity Race. Alex is a professional event rider riding at 5-star level, she also represented GB at Young Rider level. Although she rides every day, she had never ridden a Racehorse before, so this has been a totally different experience for her Alex understands through personal experience how important The BHS Changing Lives through Horses campaign is and is riding to raise funds for this campaign today.

2 UNBRIDLED POWER (IRE) 4

B g Power Via Aurelia (IRE)

Jockey: Anna Wilson

Owner: Rebecca Menzies Trainer: Rebecca Menzies

Anna is a familiar face at Wetherby as she often assists the Racecourse marketing team with social media and photography on racedays. Anna is from Stockton-On-Tees and has been riding since she was 5 years old. Anna is raising funds for the Second Chance campaign as she is passionate about rehoming and retraining Racehorses.

3 CROWNTHORPE 7

B g Monsieur Bond (IRE) Normandy Maid

Jockey: Hannah Wincote

Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd Trainer: Richard Fahey

Hannah is a live wire from Whitby! She has two horses, Faf and George, who get her up early to ride, feed, muck out etc, before she starts her day-job as a trainee associate Ambulance Practitioner Hannah is raising money for the Changing Lives through Horses appeal.

4 SIR APOLLO

B g Westerner Fieldtown (IRE)

7

Jockey: Louisa Craigs

Owner: Nmus Trainer: Sam England

A farmer’s daughter and event rider from Northumberland, enjoys bringing on young horses. One of her recent projects was Damo an unbroken 3-year-old from Ireland having a successful season this year! Thought the challenge of riding in a charity race was a brilliant idea as she’s always wanted to ride at a racecourse and really looking forward to the day. She is raising funds for Changing Lives through Horses!

5 EBURY 6

Stephanie is 23 years old and is today’s ‘Local’ rider, hailing from Castleford in West Yorkshire. Stephanie is no stranger of going fast on grass as she is normally either crossing the country hunting or eventing having competed at Badminton Grassroots 2022 and is returning in 2023 having gained her qualiﬁcation a couple of weeks ago Stephanie has ﬁtted in training with Scott Dixon for this event whilst working full time for a Multi- Academy Trust. She is raising funds today for the BHS Road Safety Dead Slow appeal.

THE BRITISH HORSE SOCIETY CHARITY RACE COLOURS NO HORSE AGE

Ch g Iffraaj Alabelle Jockey: Stephanie Batty Owner: Scott Dixon Racing Partnership Trainer: Scott Dixon

CHARITY RACE 12.15 1m This is a charity race run outside the rules of racing. Win and Place betting on this race is available via the Tote, but this race does not form part of the Tote Placepot. follow us on instagram WETHERBYRACES

6 LOVE YOUR WORK

B g Helmet (AUS) Little Italy (USA)

Jockey: Maurice McCarthy

Owner: Greenwaste Solutions Trainer: Rebecca Menzies

I am so excited to be riding again on behalf of the BHS fundraiser I have brought lots of family and friends to cheer me on and it would be amazing to bring the trophy back to Lancashire. This will be my 59th charity race and I have now raised just over £310,000 for various charities to date.

7 TAQWAA 9

B g Iffraaj Hallowed Park (IRE)

Jockey: Rebecca Sumner

Owner: Laura Morgan Trainer: Laura Morgan

Rebecca from Grantham is raising funds for the Second Chance & the Changing Lives through Horses appeals. Bex has worked with horses all her life. Day to day she runs a small private National Hunt Stud, getting the foals ready to sell as 3-year-olds. Bex also works Spaniels and Labradors, and with working and showing wire haired Dachshunds, which recently competed at Crufts!

8 THAT’S MY DUBAI (IRE) 9

B g Dubai Destination (USA) Musical Accord

Jockey: Danii Thexton

Owner: Kevin Hunter Trainer: Kevin Hunter

I have ridden for 21 years and for the majority of that I have shown ponies/horses up to top level including qualifying for the Royal International Horse Show and the Horse of the Year Show. Whilst doing this I have also worked with Racehorses for the past 11 years. I was lucky enough to take part in this race last year and really enjoyed the training and the thrill of riding a race. I jumped at the chance when I was given a last-minute opportunity to do it again.

9 ROCCOWITHLOVE 8

B g Shirocco (GER) Love Train (IRE)

Jockey: Lydia Beshenivsky

Owner: The Golden Syndicate Trainer: Jo Foster

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS FO| RM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK FIRST RACE 1.10 2m 5f 56y THE bet365 NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8100 Owners Prize Money Winner £3088; Second £1544; Third £772; Fourth £386; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4030.04) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. colours no horse form age st-lb 1 TOUGH OUT (IRE) (26) P333P-F 5 12-0 Br g Tough As Nails (IRE) Doutzen (IRE)

Owner: High Country Racing

Breeder: Mrs Noreen Maher

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Developments Ltd. TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Well held when fell 5th in novice hurdle at Kelso (20.9f) 26 days ago Needs a big step forward back in handicap company. Star RatingHHIII BHA 107 2 SISTER MICHAEL (IRE) (148) 4/602-14 BF 6 11-13 B g Fame And Glory Derriana (IRE)

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Cheltenham Breeder: D. A. Wishart

Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Southwell in May but didn’t jump well when last of 4 in handicap at Ffos Las (21.9f) following month. Not ruled out on his return for in-form yard though. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 106 3 LIMERICK LEADER (FR) (31) 00210-0 5 11-13 B g Joshua Tree (IRE) Out Law d’Oc (FR) Jockey:

Owner: Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Breeder: S.A.R.L. Ecurie Nicolas Taudon Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m winner at Kelso last term but only eleventh of 14 in handicap at Sedgefield (19.8f) 31 days ago This longer trip should suit so he’s not dismissed. Star RatingHHHII BHA 106 4 MR DEALER (IRE) (172) 40543-2 10 11-11 B g Mr Dinos (IRE) Vera Glynn (IRE) Jockey: John Kington Owner: Mrs M. Dodgson Trainer: Ashley Dodgson, Thirsk Breeder: Seamus Cooney TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score but he posted creditable second in novice hurdle at Southwell (20.4f) 172 days ago Possibilities after a break back in handicap company. Star RatingHHHII BHA 104 5 ALGESIRAS (GB) (306) 4/053- 6 11-10 Gr g Martaline Message Personnel (FR) Jockey: Thomas Willmott (3) Owner: Mrs S. Smith Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Breeder: Goldford Stud Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Has been brought along steadily and recorded his best effort when third of 8 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f) in December Up in trip for his handicap debut. More to offer and worth a market check. Star RatingHHHII BHA 103 6 MISS MILANO (IRE) (161) 43F32-6 7 11-6 B m Milan Dewasentah (IRE) Jockey: Conor Rabbitt (7) Owner: Tor Side Racing Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke Breeder: Miss Mary O’Sullivan Sponsor: First Recruitment Group Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who was a below form sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f) 161 days ago Handily weighted but he needs to improve his jumping. Star RatingHHHII BHA 99 7 PIAFF BUBBLES (IRE) (15) 63/U0-5 6 11-5 B or Br g Fame And Glory Liss Na Tintri (IRE) Jockey: Nathan Moscrop Owner: Titanium Racing Club Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Breeder: Niall Flynn Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds TIMEFORM VIEW Off 11 months and first run since leaving Tom Lacey when staying-on fifth in 17f Carlisle novice hurdle earlier this month. Steps up in trip now going handicapping and weighted to go close. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 98 16 RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles, five and a half furlongs handicap hurdle racee for novice three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110. 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. Leading course trainer (17-22): R Menzies (11 wins from 65 runners, 17%) runs PIAFF BUBBLES Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (7 wins from 52 runners, 13%) runs SISTER MICHAEL Longest Traveller: SISTER MICHAEL trained by F O’Brien, Cheltenham, 170 miles.

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17 First Race 8 PILEUP (IRE) (20) P04-2 5 11-5 B g Valirann (FR) All Notoriety (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Owner: Grindal,Head & Scarrow Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Butlersgrove Stud Sponsor: Cube3 Construction TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Remote second in novice hurdle at Hexham (16.2f) 20 days ago Significantly up in trip for handicap bow and no forlorn hope. Star RatingHHHII BHA 98 9 POETRIA (GB) (224) 643033- 4 11-4 B f Poet’s Voice Jozafeen Jockey: Tom Midgley (5) Owner: Mrs C. Steel Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Steel’s Thoroughbred Breeding TIMEFORMVIEWFairmaidenwhosignedoffforlasttermwithbelow-parthirdof5injuvenileatDoncaster(16.6f)7monthsago Up in trip for his first go in handicaps with more required. Star RatingHHIII BHA 99 10 ANGE ENDORMI (IRE) (28) 30-2124 BF 6 11-4 Ch g Leading Light (IRE) Maxford Lady (IRE) Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Mrs E. Quinlan Trainer: Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland Breeder: Mr J. Quinn TIMEFORMVIEWOpened his account at Cartmel in July and in good form since, fourth of 11 in handicap at Hexham (23.3f) 28 days ago on his final run for Barbara Butterworth. Needs considering on stable debut. Star RatingHHHII BHA 97 11 NOBLE AFFAIR (IRE) (174) 0063-2 6 11-3 B m Morozov (USA) Tudor Glyn (IRE) Jockey: Ross Chapman Owner: The Optimistic Syndicate Trainer: Jane Walton, Otterburn Breeder: Ms M. Russell Sponsor: Robson Equine Therapy TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted good second of 6 in novice hurdle at Hexham (16.2f) 174 days ago Goes into handicaps but others look better treated at these weights. Star RatingHHIII BHA 96 12 DILLARCHIE (GB) (28) 550-225 5 10-12 B m Sulamani (IRE) Cute N You Know It Jockey: Sam Coltherd Owner: J Saxby, M Simmons Partnership Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley Breeder: John & Jonathan Saxby TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to strike over hurdles but she arrives in good order, fifth of 11 in handicap at Hexham (23.3f) 28 days ago Ought to be competitive again. Star RatingHHHII BHA 91 13 AMBER GOLD (GB) (202) 45350 5 10-11 B m Iktibas Nativus (IRE) Jockey: Brendan Powell Owner: Mr Geoff Bonson Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: R. G. Bonson TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who failed to last home when seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (23.7f) in April. More is required on her seasonal return. Star RatingHHIII BHA 90 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2021: UNEXPECTED PARTY (FR) 6 11 11 Harry Skelton 11-8 (Dan Skelton) 9 ran Hood worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Stewards Note: SISTER MICHAEL: Following its run on 2/6/2022 it was reported that the horse lost its left fore shoe. PIAFF BUBBLES: Following its run on 13/10/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped green early-on. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Piaff Bubbles (IRE), 7-1 Ange Endormi (IRE), 8-1 Sister Michael (IRE), 10-1 Dillarchie (GB), 12-1 Algesiras (GB), 14-1 Mr Dealer (IRE), Pileup (IRE), 16-1 Poetria (GB), 18-1 Noble Affair (IRE), 22-1 Miss Milano (IRE), Amber Gold (GB), 25-1 Tough

PLAY SMARTER A very open handicap in which lots step up to this trip for the ﬁrst time, including PIAFF BUBBLES who made a promising start for Rebecca Menzies when a staying-on ﬁfth at Carlisle and gets the vote off an attractive opening mark. Sister Michael is next on the list for the in-form Fergal O’Brien team, with Mr Dealer, Miss Milano,

all shortlisted too. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PIAFF BUBBLES (IRE) 2.SISTER MICHAEL (IRE) 3.MR DEALER (IRE) THE RESULT 1st.............................................................. 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time Bet365 will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the owner, trainer, jockey and stablehand of the winning horse GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bread ﬁllies and mares.

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS FO| RM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK SECOND RACE 1.45 3m 45y THE bet365 NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12500 Owners Prize Money Winner £4632; Second £2317; Third £1158. (Penalty Value £6045.06) colours no horse form age st-lb 1 PRESS YOUR LUCK (IRE) (21) 20114-1 D 7 11-12 B g Doyen (IRE) Merry Gladness (IRE)

Tom Cannon Owner: Cox, Lloyd & Finden

Chris Gordon, Winchester Breeder: Gregory Rossiter

Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdler,landingKemptonhandicapinMarchandmadewinningreturnsentchasinginnoviceatChepstow Should go on to better things but has to concede 10lb to Gelino Bello, who was a superior hurdler Star RatingHHHHI BHA 137 2 GELINO BELLO (FR) (203) 122411- 6 11-2 B g Saint des Saints (FR) Parade (FR)

Harry Cobden Owner: Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Mr Remi Boucret

John Cotton (Group) Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well over hurdles last season, winning Grade 1 Sefton Novices’ Hurdle at Aintree ﬁnal start. Has the size for chasing and looks to have been found a good opportunity. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 148 3 LOUGHDERG ROCCO (IRE) (210) 2/12510 D 6 11-2 Br g Shirocco (GER) Banaltra (IRE) Jockey: Adam Wedge Owner: Newark Castle Partnership Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: Paddy Kennedy Sponsor: Postpack Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has took well to hurdling last season, but looks up against it on chase bow/return. Star RatingHHHII BHA 121 DECLARED RUNNERS 3 2021: ASHTOWN LAD (IRE) 7 11 2 Harry Skelton 6-4 (Dan Skelton) 4 ran Probable S.P’s: 4-7 Gelino Bello (FR), 5-2 Press Your Luck (IRE), 10-1 Loughderg Rocco (IRE) PLAY SMARTER GELINO BELLO ended last season with a Grade 1 success in the Sefton Novices Hurdle at Aintree and this looks a good opportunity for him to make a winning start in this sphere, with the useful Press Your Luck shouldering a 10lb penalty. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GELINO BELLO (FR) 2.PRESS YOUR LUCK (IRE) 3.LOUGHDERG ROCCO (IRE) THE RESULT 1st.............................................................. 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time 18 GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bread ﬁllies and mares. RACE DESCRIPTION Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October This particular three mile novices steeple chase is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than two steeple chases. Leading course trainer (17-22): L Morgan (5 wins from 22 runners, 23%) runs LOUGHDERG ROCCO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 27 runners, 30%) runs GELINO BELLO Longest Traveller: GELINO BELLO trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 241 miles.

19 Se cond Race Today You will see members of our local community branch of the Royal British Legion on course selling Poppy’s, Pin Badges and Reﬂectors. Donations can be made by Cash or Card. Please donate to this year’s Poppy Appeal supporting serving and ex-serving men and women, and their families. Thank you. THANK YOU COURSE VEHICLES FOR USE BY WETHERBY RACECOURSE ARE GENEROUSLY PROVIDED BY BRISTOL STREET MOTORS St. James Retail Park, Grimbald Crag Road, Knaresborough, HG5 8PY Tel: 0330 0960 848 www.bristolstreet.co.uk/vauxhall Happy Anniversary – Julie & Mark Gibbs We look forward to seeing you both every year From all at Wetherby Racecourse. X Bet365 will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the owner, trainer, jockey and stablehand of the winning horse

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS FO| RM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK THIRD RACE 2.20 2m THE bet365 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £10500 Owners Prize Money Winner £4090; Second £2045; Third £1022; Fourth £512; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £5337.08) colours no horse form age st-lb 1 ALBERT’S BACK (GB) (203) F/6P42P- CD 8 12-0 B g Champs Elysees Neath

Brian Hughes Owner: Golden Ratio & J Blackburn Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Amelia Field Sponsor: Sheridan Ny Llp, Stittenham Farms TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner but cheekpieces on when pulled up in handicap at Aintree (16.5f) in April. Returns with something to prove Star RatingHHHII BHA 128 2 OSPREY CALL (IRE) (195) FF6120- D 7 11-12 Br g Winged Love (IRE) Courting Whitney (IRE) Jockey: Harry Cobden Owner: Gentech, Franklin, Archer & James Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Breeder: George McCullough Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Warwick in February and ended last term with good efforts at Stratford and Haydock. Should give another good account on his seasonal return. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 126 3 DR SANDERSON (IRE) (28) 6211U5 D 8 11-10 B g Jeremy (USA) Guydus (IRE) Jockey: Kevin Brogan Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: R. T. MacAuley TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over fences at Cartmel this summer but he ran poorly on ﬁrst run over hurdles since spring 2019 at Hexham last month. Others appeal more. Star RatingHHIII BHA 124 4 NAME IN LIGHTS (IRE) (198) 203211 D 6 11-9 B g Fame And Glory Chevalier Jet (IRE) Jockey: Brendan Powell Owner: Mrs Mary-Ann Middleton Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a hat-trick after 2m wins at Wincanton and Kempton last spring. Can’t be discounted on his handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII BHA 123 5 PARISENCORE (FR) (167) 22211-2 D 6 11-8 B g Walk In The Park (IRE) Folk Dancing (FR) Jockey: Danny McMenamin Owner: Mrs I.C Sellars & Major Philip Arkwright Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de Peyre Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with 2m wins at Haydock and Perth before resuming with good second in 2m Bangor handicap in May. That form has been franked so he’s a player after a break. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 122 6 BANNISTER (FR) (31) 0-61214 D BF 5 10-13 Gr g Olympic Glory (IRE) Amou Daria (FR) Jockey: Jonathan Burke Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership Trainer: Tom George, Slad Breeder: Oceanic Bloodstock & Eric Puerari Sponsor: HBA Media TIMEFORMVIEWDual2mwinnerofWorcesterhandicapsinthesummerbutbelow-parfourthof7inhandicapatSouthwell (15.8f) 31 days ago. Sort to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII BHA 113 7 RORY AND ME (FR) (147) 34245-1 7 10-6 B g Shamardal (USA) Rosawa (FR) Jockey: Conor O’Farrell Owner: Mr Richard Howard & Mr Ben Howard Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de Son Altesse L’Aga Khan Sponsor: Effingham Steel Services Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark over hurdles in 6-runner novice at Market Rasen (18.6f) 147 days ago Much respected on his handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII BHA 106 22 RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two mile handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. 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 135 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 130. Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (25 wins from 287 runners, 9%) runs RORY AND ME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs PARISENCORE Weightwatcher: ALBERT’S BACK won off a handicap mark of 133, his rating is now down 5lb to 128. Longest Traveller: NAME IN LIGHTS trained by Joe Tizzard, Sherborne, 291 miles.

23 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2021: SAINT ARVANS (FR) 7 10 9 Callum Bewley 4-1 (Maurice Barnes) 10 ran Hood worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 6, 7. Stewards Note: ALBERT’S BACK: Following its run on 8/4/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Name In Lights (IRE), 4-1 Parisencore (FR), 5-1 Osprey Call (IRE), 7-1 Bannister (FR), Rory And Me (FR), 10-1 Albert’s Back (GB), 14-1 Dr Sanderson (IRE) PLAY SMARTER A few with chances but PARISENCORE looks the way to go given the form of his reappearance Bangor second has worked out very well and a 2lb rise still sees him on an attractive mark. The consistent Osprey Call seems sure to be on the premises too along with hat-trick seeking Name In Lights. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PARISENCORE (FR) 2.OSPREY CALL (IRE) 3.NAME IN LIGHTS (IRE) THE RESULT 1st.............................................................. 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time Thir d Race EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SAFETY & SECURITY KNOW THE RACEDAY/EVENT PLAN ACTIONS TO KEEP YOU SAFE AND ENHANCE RACECOURSE SECURITY Arrive early and minimise what you carry which will speed up entry if bag searches are in operation. BE VIGILANT: If you see anything suspicious inform a racecourse member of staff immediately. If you see anything that could pose an immediate threat to safety, dial 999. In an emergency: if INSIDE a stand, follow the instructions of the public address system or staff. If OUTSIDE, our advice is RUN, HIDE & TELL. If told to evacuate do not wait around to ﬁlm on your mobile. Follow instructions provided to help ensure your safety. Once away and safe, for advice and incident updates follow the local Police Force on Twitter. For additional information, check the racecourse website and social media. STAY ALERT STAY SAFE Thank You for Your Co-Operation Gardy McKay On completion of your visit to 60 UK Racecourses. Saved the best until last! H.B.L.B. PRIZE MONEY The Horserace Betting Levy Board General Prize Fund scheme provides for the inclusion of £442,800 at this Racecourse in 2020. Bet365 will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the owner, trainer, jockey and stablehand of the winning horse ENTERTAINMENT The Lucky 15s will be playing for your entertainment in the Paddock Enclosure during racing today.

JUVENILE HURDLE

Just the four go to post for this year’s renewal of the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Wensleydale Juvenile Hurdle, a Listed contest which was won 12 months ago by Porticello, who finished runner-up in the Summit Juvenile Hurdle on his next outing, before winning Chepstow’s Grade 1 Finale Juvenile Hurdle over Christmas. 2020 winner Duffle Coat won the Grade 2 at Cheltenham’s November meeting on his next start, whilst 2019 winner Langer Dan has since developed into a very smart hurdler, winning the 2021 Imperial Cup and was last seen winning another valuable handicap at Aintree’s Grand National fixture.

Whether any of this year’s quartet will be up to that kind of level of performance remains to be seen, but the obvious place to start is with recent course-and-distance winner Vintage Valley, who represents Donald McCain and Brian Hughes. The grey raced three times on the Flat for recent Amazon Prime star Andrew Balding reaching a rating of 65 and after a disappointing start over hurdles at Sedgefield, took a big step forward to beat a superior Flat horse at this venue. He sported cheek-pieces on that occasion, which have today been replaced by blinkers, and he will likely bid to make all of the running. Incidentally, that documentary I touched upon named Horsepower is most definitely worth a watch.

Back to matters in hand and the highest rated of the four runners on the level was the Alan King-trained Tuddenham Green, who carries the silks of leading owners Simon Munir and Isaac Souede. Rated 70 on the Flat, despite failing to win in five starts, the Nathaniel gelding made a successful hurdles debut at Chepstow earlier in the month, where he stayed well and appeared to be doing his best work inside the final quarter-mile. The runner-up was beaten at short odds next time and it is likely that more is required here, but he is clearly open to plenty of improvement as a hurdler, after just that one run.

Another who is unbeaten in one start over hurdles is Dan Skelton’s Medyaf, who was upsides La Breille when she came down at the final flight at Stratford. Formerly trained by John and Thady Gosden, he was another maiden on the Flat, reaching an official BHA Rating of 67 after four starts. By Sea The Moon, he was picked up for just 9,000gns in February and is sure to appreciate the likely strong pace that Vintage Valley will set.

And, finally, Mr Freedom, who is the most experienced runner in the field, having already had the four starts over hurdles. Only rated 53 on the level (the lowest of the four), he finished third on debut at Fontwell during August, but subsequently won three times during September, seemingly improving with every run. The Sixties Icon gelding clearly likes good ground and put up a career-best last time, when drawing right away to win by 10 lengths, whilst conceding 12lbs and more to the opposition. Sheena West’s runner likes to be held up, so expect him to be played late and although this represents another step up the ladder, he has already been given a mark of 120 over hurdles, so sets the standard.

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS FO| RM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK FOURTH RACE 2.55 2m THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk WENSLEYDALE JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) for juvenile three yrs old x Total race value £20000 Owners Prize Money Winner £8716; Second £3578; Third £1790; Fourth £894 (Penalty Value £11390) A colours no horse form st-lb 1 MEDYAF (GB) (25) 1 D 11-0 B g Sea The Moon (GER) Questabella (GER)

Skelton Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham

Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf Sponsor: Manor Farm Bloodstock TIMEFORMVIEWFlatformwasfairandsoldoutoftheGosden’syardforjust9,000gnsinFebruary.However,tookwelltothisgame when making a winning hurdles debut at Stratford (16.3f, good) and he’s a potentially useful recruit. Star RatingHHHII BHA 2 MR FREEDOM (GB) (28) 3111 11-0 B g Sixties Icon Waitingforachance

Goldstein Owner: The Affordable (3) Partnership

Sheena West, Lewes Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Sponsor: Southdowns Unleashed TIMEFORMVIEWUnabletowinontheFlatbutdifferentstoryoverhurdles,makingit3-4inthisspherewithanimpressivedisplayatFontwell (17.7f, good) last month. Open to improvement and it’s unlikely that he’ll go down without a fight. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 120 3 TUDDENHAM GREEN (GB) (20) 1 D 11-0 B g Nathaniel (IRE) Social Media Jockey: Daryl Jacob Owner: Simon Munir, Isaac Souede & Partners Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Cliveden Stud Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat and bright start to hurdles career when winning a 5-runner contest at Chepstow (2m, good to firm). Big player with improvement on the cards for a yard that has won this race a few times in the past. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 4 VINTAGE VALLEY (IRE) (16) 41 CD 11-0 Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) Lea Valley Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Mr J. Fyffe Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Ross Moorhead Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited, Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact on the level and safely held on hurdles debut at Sedgefield. Left that well behind when making all over C&D recently but much more on his plate this time. Star RatingHHHII BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2021: PORTICELLO (FR) 3 11 3 Jamie Moore 6-4 (Gary Moore) 7 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 4. Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Tuddenham Green (GB), 5-2 Mr Freedom (GB), 10-3 Medyaf (GB), 13-2 Vintage Valley (IRE) PLAY SMARTER Alan King is a dab hand with juvenile hurdlers and TUDDENHAM GREEN, who looked destined for better things when making a successful debut in this sphere at Chepstow, is taken to provide the yard with a fourth winner in this contest. He certainly won’t have things all his way with the progressive Mr Freedom and promising Stratford scorer Medyaf in opposition, with the former feared most. Vintage Valley did the job well here recently but he lacks the striking potential of the others. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TUDDENHAM GREEN 2.MR FREEDOM 3.MEDYAF THE RESULT 1st.............................................................. 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time 26 RACE DESCRIPTION Juvenile races are designed solely for three-year-olds in order to allow the younger horses to gain valuable experience by racing against each other before taking on their older, more battlehardened rivals. Initially, every runner in this two mile hurdle race is allotted 11st (fillies 10st 6lb), before previous winners are given a penalty dependant on the class of race which they won 3lb for a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle or 5lb for a Class 1 weight-for-age victory. Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (48 wins from 169 runners, 28%) runs MEDYAF Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 27 runners, 26%) runs VINTAGE VALLEY Longest Traveller: MR FREEDOM trained by Miss S West, Lewes, 277 miles.

27 Fo urt h Race Speciality coffee, tea, homemade cakes & brownies, hot & cold sandwiches... Eat in or Takeaway. Available to racegoers in both Premier & Paddock Enclosures. Level 1 Wetherby Millennium Stand AlcoholFreeZone 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. CASH MACHINE Cash Machines are located within the Bramham Halland Millennium Stand Level 2. £ GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bread ﬁllies and mares. Weatherbys will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the owner of the winning horse.

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS FO| RM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK FIFTH RACE 3.30 2m 3f 85y THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £40000 Owners Prize Money Winner £17432; Second £7156; Third £3580; Fourth £1788; Fifth £896; Sixth £448. (Penalty Value £22780) colours no horse form age st-lb 1 NUTS WELL (GB) (26) 3P164-4 CD 11 12-0 B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) Renada

Danny McMenamin Owner: Mr Ian Hamilton Trainer: Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne Breeder: Chesters Stud Ltd Sponsor: Hamilton TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart chaser who landed a 3m Kelso listed in March Well below par in his 3 outings since, though, including on Kelso reappearance 26 days ago Star RatingHHIII BHA 151 2 SCHIEHALLION MUNRO (GB) (225) 26/F110- CD 9 11-7 Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) Mrs Fawlty

Conor O’Farrell Owner: Tennant, Lynch,Sharpe and Boston Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: Miss K. Hannigan Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORMVIEWLikeablesortwhowontwiceoverC&Dlastwinter SubsequentlyfoundthePlateattheCheltenhamFestivaltoo competitive but respected back in calmer waters after a break. Has won on reappearance before. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 144 3 FLIC OU VOYOU (FR) (20) 132U4-1 D 8 11-2 B g Kapgarde (FR) Hillflower (FR) Jockey: Harry Cobden Owner: Mr Colm Donlon Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Mme Celine Sirven-Gualde Sponsor: Morson Group TIMEFORM VIEW Both chase wins have come in small-fields, effectively left with just one to beat when striking on 19.5f Chepstow reappearance 3 weeks ago. Up 6lb now but it’s possible he could have a fitness edge on some of his rivals. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 139 4 COCONUT SPLASH (IRE) (257) 322/332 C 7 10-10 Ch g Stowaway Presenting Chaos (IRE) Jockey: Adam Wedge Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: Kieran Lennon Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner who has shown useful form in defeat over fences, performing right up to his best when second in 19f Exeter novice when last seen in February. Has gone well fresh before and his yard is among the winners.Star RatingHHHHH BHA 133 5 DUBLIN FOUR (IRE) (168) 1F5U1-5 D 8 10-10 Ch g Arakan (USA) Eluna Jockey: Connor Brace Owner: DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Peter and Patsy Stone Sponsor: Bresbet Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWWon twice at around this trip for this stable last season, including on reappearance so he’s clearly capable when fresh. Prone to the odd mistake, though, so he does come with risks attached. Star RatingHHHII BHA 133 6 INTO OVERDRIVE (GB) (189) 364111 D 7 10-9 B g Court Cave (IRE) Lady Brig Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Owner: Mrs Wendy Hamilton Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Mr & Mrs Michael Hamilton Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedwhencheekpieceswereappliedinthespring,completingahat-trickatupto3m Typetogo on to even better things again this season but the cheekpieces are left off this reappearance. Star RatingHHHII BHA 132 7 JOKE DANCER (GB) (16) 514-142 C 9 10-5 Ch g Authorized (IRE) Missy Dancer Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: D G Pryde & D Van Der Hoeven Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Breeder: Ashbrittle Stud Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of 17f Kelso wins in the spring and made a creditable return from a 5-month break when second of 3 over 2m here 16 days ago, although he typically didn’t look straightforward off the bridle. Star RatingHHHII BHA 128 30 RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles, three and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races. Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (25 wins from 287 runners, 9%) runs SCHIEHALLION MUNRO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 27 runners, 30%) runs FLIC OU VOYOU Weightwatcher: NUTS WELL won off a handicap mark of 157, his rating is now down 6lb to 151. Longest Traveller: COCONUT SPLASH trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 243 miles.

31 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2021: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 7. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Into Overdrive (GB), 7-2 Flic Ou Voyou (FR), 11-2 Coconut Splash (IRE), 15-2 Joke Dancer (GB), 9-1 Schiehallion Munro (GB), 11-1 Nuts Well (GB), 12-1 Dublin Four (IRE) PLAY SMARTER Evan Williams had a couple of winners at Chepstow earlier in the week so the suggestion is COCONUT SPLASH, who has a hurdle win and a good second in a novice chase to show for his 2 previous visits here. He also has a good record when fresh so an 8-month absence isn’t too big a concern. It was hardly a strong race that Flic Ou Voyou won at Chepstow but it does show he’s returned in good form so he’s put up as the chief threat ahead of Schiehallion Munro. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COCONUT SPLASH (IRE) 2.FLIC OU VOYOU (FR) 3.SCHIEHALLION MUNRO THE RESULT 1st.............................................................. 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time Fift h Race Log on to Wetherby Racecourse FREE WIFI today. WAYNE DAVIES Your determination and desire to beat your illness has been remarkable and we all wish you the best in your continued recovery Let’s hope you have a few winners’ and a great day at our favourite racecourse. From The Lads. Bet365 will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the owner, trainer, jockey and stablehand of the winning horse DISCOVER BRITISH RACING’S COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION ACTIVITY @Rracingtogether.co.uk acingTogether GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bread ﬁllies and mares. ST JOHN AMBULANCE The St John Ambulance Brigade attend all meetings. The Executive wish to thank all members for their valuable and voluntary services.

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS FO| RM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK SIXTH RACE 4.05 2m THE bet365 JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice three yrs old x Total race value £9000 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) colours no horse form st-lb 1 CHANDLERS BAY (IRE) (-) 11-0 B g Vadamos (FR) Society Gal (IRE)

Cannon Owner: Mrs J. P. E. Cunningham

King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Gigginstown House Stud

Goodwin Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Vadamos gelding. Half-brother to 5 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Swelltime, stays 2 1/4m. Dam unraced. Makes plenty of appeal on paper Star RatingHHHHH BHA 2 JAR DU DESERT (FR) (-) 11-0 B g Kapgarde (FR) Dora du Desert (FR)

Burke Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership

Slad Breeder: Mr Florin Codre

HBA Media TIMEFORM VIEW Kapgarde gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (17f-19f winner) Doneyev Wears hood. Can’t be ruled out. Star RatingHHHII BHA 3 JOHN THE PIRATE (GB) (16) 5 11-0 Br g Mondialiste (IRE) Musikhani

Dowson Owner: Ace Bloodstock & P Kirby

Philip Kirby, Richmond Breeder: Philip Kirby Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Only ﬁfth of 6 in juvenile hurdle at this C&D (good to ﬁrm) on hurdling debut and will probably struggle again. Star RatingHHIII BHA 4 SOLOMOON (GB) (-) 11-0 Br g Pether’s Moon (IRE) Solojorie (FR)

Harry Skelton Owner: Yorton Racing Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon gelding. Dam (h111), lightly raced over hurdles in France, 1 1/2m/12.5f winner on Flat. Looks the stable’s first choice and boasts obvious claims. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 5 OBSESSEDWITHYOU (FR) (-) 10-7 B f Bathyrhon (GER) Carmona (FR) Jockey: Gavin Sheehan Owner: Lodge Down Stables Syndicate Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Breeder: John Kilpatrick & Richard Mark Venn Sponsor: Betvictor TIMEFORM VIEW Bathyrhon filly. Sister to French 15f hurdle winner Calipsa. Likely type on debut. Star RatingHHHII BHA 6 YGRITTE (IRE) (-) 10-7 Gr f Pillar Coral Zariziyna (IRE) Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5) Owner: Mr Michael Fennessy and Alne Park Stud Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes TIMEFORM VIEW Pillar Coral filly Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Zarib and modest hurdler Zinat, stays 2 1/2m. Dam lightly raced on Flat. Notable newcomer for top yard. Star RatingHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 6 2021: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood worn first time by No 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 2, 4. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Solomoon (GB), 11-4 Chandlers Bay (IRE), 9-2 Ygritte (IRE), 6-1 Obsessedwithyou (FR), 10-1 Jar du Desert (FR), 25-1 John The Pirate (GB) 34 RACE DESCRIPTION As the title suggests, junior races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles, allowing the inexperienced horses to race against each other before graduating to the ranks of the more established horses. This race is restricted to horses that have been specifically bred for National Hunt racing and therefore horses that have previously run on the Flat are barred from taking part. This two mile hurdle race is for three-year-olds and upwards which have not run in more than three hurdle races. Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (48 wins from 169 runners, 28%) runs SOLOMOON and YGRITTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mr J Snowden (6 wins from 16 runners, 38%) runs OBSESSEDWITHYOU Longest Traveller: CHANDLERS BAY trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 207 miles.

35 PLAY SMARTER This is tricky without the beneﬁt of market clues but Chandlers Bay is related to 5 winners and represents a stable that should have him well schooled, so he gets the nod over Solomoon, who looks the pick of the Dan Skelton-trained pair Obsessedwithyou is also worth noting if strong in the betting. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHANDLERS BAY (IRE) 2.SOLOMOON 3.YGRITTE (IRE) THE RESULT 1st.............................................................. 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time Sixt h Race WELFARE INTEGRITY EQUALITY SAFEGUARDING W EQUALITY SAFEGUARDING If you have concerns about the integrity of British racing or the wellbeing of the sport’s participants, human or equine, please contact RaceWISE. Anonymous reporting. Call 08000 852 580 (free 24 hours a day) Visit britishhorseracing.com/RaceWISE GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bread ﬁllies and mares. Bet365 will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the owner, trainer, jockey and stablehand of the winning horse

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| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS FO| RM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK SEVENTH RACE 4.35 2m THE bet365 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £9500 Owners Prize Money Winner £3964; Second £1983; Third £991; Fourth £496. (Penalty Value £5173.70) colours no horse form age st-lb 1 UKANTANGO (IRE) (168) 5/31-1 D 5 11-6 Ch g Ocovango Molly Be

Coleman Owner: Mr Alan Peterson

Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: Thistletown Stud

McCoy Contractors TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedonsecondof2inIrishpointsandstrongattheﬁnishwhenmakingawinningRulesdebutinaStratfordbumperin March Landed the odds comfortably in a novice hurdle at Aintree (16,5f) 8 weeks later Entitled to progress. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 2 BURROWS HALL (FR) (181) 360-2 5 11-0 B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) La Vie de Boitron (FR)

Ross Chapman Owner: Mrs C.Casterton & Mrs J.Morgan

Bingley Breeder: Mme Julie Morgan

Group Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWModestinbumpersbutisbredtomakeajumperandwasmuchimprovedwhensecondina12-runnernoviceatHexham (16.2f) in April, running on. His future surely lies over further but still has to enter calculations on return. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 3 COPPER BEACH (IRE) (244) 004- 5 11-0 Ch g Getaway (GER) Lady McBride (IRE)

Thomas Willmott (3) Owner: Mrs S. Smith Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Breeder: M. F. Condon Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Showed first form when fourth in a 7-runner novice at Newcastle (16.2f) in February but was probably flattered in a steadily-run race. Star RatingHHIII BHA 4 DETECTIVE (GB) (13) PP/- 6 11-0 B g Kingman Promising Lead Jockey: Conor O’Farrell Owner: Mr A. Slack Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up both starts in novice hurdles in 2020, but has shown fairly useful form on the Flat subsequently so should do better Star RatingHHHII BHA 5 DON HOLLOW (GER) (265) 1- CD 5 11-0 B g Soldier Hollow Donna Philippa (GER) Jockey: Harry Skelton Owner: Honestly Racing Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Gestut Weserhof Sponsor: TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),Ladbrokes TIMEFORMVIEWHadabreathingoppriortowinningC&DbumperonNHdebutbyneckfromRoyalMogulinFebruary.Valueforabit extra over the result on that occasion, so very much one to note now going over hurdles for top stable. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 6 ROYAL MOGUL (IRE) (235) 43/0623- 6 11-0 B g Doyen (IRE) Tearaway Queen (IRE) Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Sean Naughton Sponsor: Manor Farm Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish points and showed useful form in bumpers for Fergal O’Brien, including when runner-up to Don Hollow over C&D in February.Too keen when on final start but could get back on track now jumping for new stable. Star RatingHHHII BHA7 TIMETOTALK (IRE) (16) 36/-2043 6 11-0 B g Milan Zalda Jockey: Craig Nichol Owner: Mr Chris McSharry Trainer: Chris McSharry, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Mr G. Adair & Mr M. O’Callaghan TIMEFORM VIEW Placed a couple of times in bumpers but down the field both starts over hurdles. Handicaps presumably up after this. Star RatingHHIII BHA 87 38 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 mile novices hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races. Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (48 wins from 169 runners, 28%) runs DON HOLLOW Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 27 runners, 26%) runs ROYAL MOGUL Fancy That: D Skelton won this race in 2019 and 2020. The stable runs DON HOLLOW today. Longest Traveller: WAR SOLDIER trained by A M Thomson, Greenlaw, 155 miles.

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39 8 WAR SOLDIER (IRE) (263) B/5310 D 5 11-0 B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) After Dark (IRE)

Danny McMenamin Owner: J.Townson, M.Roche, P.Thompson Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Breeder: Jack Bennett

Sandy Thomson Racing TIMEFORMVIEWMadeasuccessfulstartinbumpersatNewcastleinDecember,butthatformhasn’tworkedoutandhewentbackwardsunder penaltyatCarlisle next,droppingawayover1fout havingpulledhard.Makeshurdledebutafter8monthsoff Star RatingHHHII BHA 9 WHATABOUTYEH (IRE) (15) 33-10 5 11-0 B g Notnowcato Correctandpresent (IRE)

Jonathan England Owner: Mr R Hewitt & Mr G Malanga

Guiseley Breeder: P. & S. Fenlon

Keighley Steel TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner at the third attempt who looked one for later on when well held at Carlisle on recent hurdling debut. Star RatingHHIII BHA 10 THEY CALL ME PETE (GB) (321) 6- 4 10-13 B g Shirocco (GER) Pectora (IRE)

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Breeder: Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Shirocco gelding who offered little in a junior bumper at Hereford on debut back in December, beaten soon after halfway Has left Jimmy Fox ahead of hurdle debut. Star RatingHIIII BHA 11 TOMMY’S FORTUNE (IRE) (36) 2-45 4 10-13 Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) Jessies Delight

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Breeder: Tomas Wafer TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown some promise in bumpers but is bred for longer trips over jumps. Star RatingHHHII BHA 12 EMILY WADE (IRE) (31) 444 5 10-7 Ch m Lucky Speed (IRE) Bealath Champ (IRE)

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Breeder: Sunnyhill Stud & Kiernan Leavy Sponsor: RSH Bradford Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest form at best in bumpers so looks up against it on this switch to hurdling. Star RatingHHIII BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2021: HARBOUR LAKE (IRE) 5 10 12 Tom Cannon 9-1 (Alan King) 13 ran Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Ukantango (IRE), 3-1 Don Hollow (GER), 6-1 Burrows Hall (FR), 14-1 Royal Mogul (IRE), 18-1 War Soldier (IRE), 25-1 Detective (GB), Tommy’s Fortune (IRE), 33-1 Copper Beach (IRE), 50-1 Timetotalk (IRE), 66-1 Whataboutyeh (IRE), Emily Wade (IRE), 150-1 They Call Me Pete (GB) PLAY SMARTER UKANTANGO landed the odds with the minimum of fuss on his Aintree hurdling debut in May and looks capable of defying a penalty with improvement on the cards. Don Hollow was value for a bit extra over the result in running down a couple of more prominently-ridden rivals in a C&D bumper, so commands plenty of respect now going hurdling, while Burrows Hall can also make his presence felt. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.UKANTANGO (IRE) 2.DON HOLLOW (GER) 3.BURROWS HALL (FR) THE RESULT 1st.............................................................. 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time Se ve nt h Race 130+ organisations are harnessing racing’s assets to help others Visit our directory racingtogether.co.uk/directory/ Bet365 will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the owner, trainer, jockey and stablehand of the winning horse GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bread ﬁllies and mares.

First Race 1.10 THE bet365 NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4030 to the winning horse The second to receive £1856, the third £927, the fourth £464, the ﬁfth £350 and the sixth £350. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 26th. Penalties, after October 15th 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 32 entries, 1 at £7 and 31 at £35 Closed October 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £3088; Second £1544; Third £772; Fourth £386; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £4030.04) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Second Race 1.45 THE bet365 NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6045 to the winning horse The second to receive £2784, and the third £1391. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 22nd and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 5lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 steeple chase 6lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 or Class 2 steeple chase 10lb Excluding the winner the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined. No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning Owner, Trainer & Jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries at £50. Closed October 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £4632; Second £2317; Third £1158. (Penalty Value £6045.06)

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Third Race 2.20 THE bet365 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2458, the third £1228, the fourth £615, the ﬁfth £350 and the sixth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher or £9 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 26th. Penalties, after October 15th 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer & jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries, 1 at £9 and 16 at £45 Closed October 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £4090; Second £2045; Third £1022; Fourth £512; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £5337.08)

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Fourth Race 2.55 THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk WENSLEYDALE JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11390 to the winning horse The second to receive £4274, the third £2140 and the fourth £1066. for juvenile three yrs old. Enter by noon, October 22nd and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb WEATHERBYS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 8 entries at £75. Closed October 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8716; Second £3578; Third £1790; Fourth £894 (Penalty Value £11390) A

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Fifth Race 3.30 THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £22780 to the winning horse The second to receive £8548, the third £4280, the fourth £2132, the ﬁfth £1072 and the sixth £536. for four yrs old and upwards. £200 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 26th. Penalties, after October 15th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 6lb (No penalty to increase a horse’s weight above 12st). bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a memento to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualiﬁed to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 19 entries, 4 at £40 and 15 at £200 Closed October 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £17432; Second £7156; Third £3580; Fourth £1788; Fifth £896; Sixth £448. (Penalty Value £22780)

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Sixth Race 4.05 THE bet365 JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice three yrs old, which have not run in a ﬂat race and which have not run in any race prior to 1st October 2022 and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 22nd and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £2000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during the following season. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper 8 entries at £45 Closed October 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

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Seventh Race 4.35 THE bet365 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5173 to the winning horse The second to receive £2383, the third £1191 and the fourth £596. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 22nd and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a memento to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 36 entries at £45 Closed October 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3964; Second £1983; Third £991; Fourth £496. (Penalty Value £5173.70)

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