Wetherby Racecard - Friday 31st March

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5 FUSIL RAFFLES (FR) (20) 1P12P-2

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Tali des Obeaux (FR) Jockey: Daryl Jacob

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

6 11-0

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 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.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Race Stats are also provided above the race and provide vital information about which trainers are in-form and which horses have made the longest journey to the racecourse today. After you’ve studied the form and made your selection, make sure you get a good position down by the winning post to watch your selection come home in front

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Star RatingHHHII BHA

THE BUZZ

by Wetherbee

RACE ONE

This can go the way of POUGNE AMINTA, who ran a cracker on her hurdles debut at Southwell and should be open to plenty more improvement on just her third start under Rules. Bridget Breeze ran a promising race when third at Ayr and she is likely to be thereabouts, along with Ol’river Shine, who was behind a couple of subsequent winners at Plumpton on her hurdles bow.

WIN: POUGNE AMINTA

RACE TWO

DANGER: Bridget Breeze

A taking winner on his chase debut at Market Rasen earlier in the month, there should be plenty more improvement forthcoming from SOMEWHAT CLOUDY as she looks to follow up off a 5lb higher mark. Donald McCain’s mare may not be inconvenienced by the drop in trip and gets the vote ahead of Beat The Edge, who can bounce back from his latest effort, and Getaway Jewel, who has dropped down 1lb below his last winning mark.

WIN: SOMEWHAT CLOUDY

RACE THREE

DANGER: Beat The Edge

CRUZ CONTROL may have not run up to scratch when last seen in Grade 2 company at Cheltenham in January, but this represents a steep drop in grade as the six-year-old looks to bounce back to the form that saw him win easily at Newcastle on his hurdles debut. Thistlebuffs may have been beaten a long way at Kelso but the form of that race has worked out well and must enter calculations alongside newcomer Nab Wood.

WIN: CRUZ CONTROL

RACE FOUR

DANGER: Thistlebuffs

Dancewiththewind is interesting dropping back in distance with Ryan Mania returning to the saddle, but Pyramid Place is higher on the shortlist having had both Celestial Horizon (sixth) and Front View (last) in behind him when he was a good third on his penulitmate start here. However, preference is for the class-dropping HARDY DU SEUIL who is likely to find this is much more to his liking, after struggling in Sandown’s Imperial Cup last time out, and first-time cheekpieces further aid his claims.

WIN: HARDY DU SEUIL

RACE FIVE

DANGER: Pyramid Place

East Street (fourth) wasn’t quite at his best here last month and it would come as no surprise to see him bounce back to give FEIVEL (winner) more of a test today. However, the latter showed a touch of quality under pressure before eventually asserting to emerge as a comfortable winner on the day. The eight-year-old wasn’t disgraced when second in a higher grade at Sandown and he is taken to resume winning ways. Shetland Bus and Lounge Lizard complete the shortlist.

WIN: FEIVEL

RACE SIX

DANGER: East Street

ROSTELLO impressed despite jumping to the left when getting back to winning ways at Southwell last week and he is taken to follow up turned out quickly under a 7lb penalty. No Regrets is unexposed at the trip and rates as a possible improver in first-time cheekpieces, while Where’s Hector also has the potential to step forward now faced with a sterner test of stamina. Ballynagran has won over C&D in the past and is another that could enter calculations.

WIN: ROSTELLO

RACE SEVEN

DANGER: No Regrets

AMARBELLE’S DREAM will need to put her Warwick disappointment behind her but Fergal O’Brien’s filly would hold leading claims judged on her debut second here in December and a first-time tongue tie may help the four-year-old get back on track. Storm Spirit was only just denied when promoted to second on her racecourse bow at Newcastle last month and is feared most, while any market support for unraced duo Perfect Poli and Miss Goldfire should be heeded.

WIN: AMARBELLE’S DREAM

DANGER: Storm Spirit

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William Of York got the previous meeting off to a fine start, defeating Sonnemoser by a length for trainer Dan Skelton and jockey Tristan Durrell

It was actually Sonnemoser who was the most popular choice in the market but as unable to justify that support. However, the Dr Richard Newland-trained six-year-old was hampered during the run-in.

The following race saw short-priced favourite Springwell Bay justify his 1-4 starting price by securing a length-and-three-quarters success over Hurricane Highway for trainer Jonjo O’Neill.

Jonjo O’Neill Jr was on board the six-year-old and despite not being fluent when threee out, still had more than enough to fend off any danger from the Evan Williams-trained gelding. The pair were comfortably clear of the remainder of the field with Navigate West a further 23 lengths behind second.

Samuel Drinkwater and Robbie Dunne teamed up to take the honours in the Sandra Finch Surprise Handicap Chase with Gallic Geordie completing a relatively comfortable win ahead of Ladronne. The veteran 10-year-old was held up towards the rear by Dunne before being shaken to take the lead approaching two out. There was never any danger of him relinquishing the lead. Fulgurix and Jet Plane finished third and fourth respectively.

Trainer Olly Murphy continued his excellent recent form by securing the fourth race of the

day with Go Dante, who cruised to a three-anda-half length victory over Mcgowan’s Pass with Sean Bowen on board. The son of Kayf Tara was prominent in the early stages before going second when three out. Bowen then asked for more from the seven-year-old and he duly obliged, staying on well to put the race beyond doubt.

Famous Bridge made it back-to-back wins here, following up his recent win at this tracke earlier in the month. The Nicky Richards-trained gelding was always doing enough and justified his 6-5 starting price. Sean Quinlan took over from Brian Hughes and ensured it was a good month for connections. Lord Of Kerak and First Lord De Cuet finished second and third respectively.

The penultimate race of the day saw a comfortable four-and-a-half length success for Fiadh. Trained by Chris Grant, the seven-year-old benefitted from the first time application of cheekpieces, responding well to a disappointing trip at Newcastle last time out. This win saw Quinlan complete a double on the day.

Olly Murphy and Sean Bowen enjoyed more success in the final race of the day with Indeevar Bleu completing an emphatic 12-length victory in the bumper. The five-year-old was soon clear and was eased towards the finish in an impressive outing.

SPRINGWELL BAY

GO DANTE

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THE WEAR A HAT DAY SUPPORTING braintumourresearch.org MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (19 wins from 275 runners, 7%) runs VISITE OFFICIELLE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs POUGNE AMINTA Longest Traveller: POUGNE AMINTA trained by F O’Brien & ALL THE GLORY trained by J O’Neill, both Cheltenham, 170 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION The term ‘maiden’ inspires thoughts of damsels in distress but in horse racing terms it takes on a different meaning. When a horse is referred to as a maiden, be it a colt or a filly, it simply means that they have yet to win a race. Many of the runners aged four-years-old and upwards fillies and mares only in this two miles and five and a half furlongs race will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today.

1 ALL THE GLORY (GB) (136) 3246-5P

B m Fame And Glory - Glorybe (GER)

Owner: Mr W. R. Kinsey

Breeder: Mill Farm Stud

6 11-6

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Thoroughbid

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedfairforminbumpersandshapedasifbetterfortherunsenthurdlingwhenfifthof9atWorcester(2m)onher returninOctober ProvedadisappointmentwhenpulledupatHerefordnexttimebutwaspossiblyamiss.StarRatingHHHII BHA-

2 BLOOMING FORTUNE (IRE) (17) 2U-5200

Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ballyknock Present (IRE)

Owner: Miss Paula Smith

Breeder: B. Higgins

6 11-6

Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Trainer: Paula Smith, Malton

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who has offered little in a course bumper/Sedgefield novice hurdle. Up in trip Star RatingHIIII BHA -

3 BRIDGET BREEZE (FR) (21) 1203

Gr m Montmartre (FR) - The Lady Maggi (FR)

Owner: Gary Wood & Neil Hixon

Breeder: Mr Sandy Seymour

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

6 11-6

Trainer: Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

Sponsor: Woodsmith Construction Group

TIMEFORMVIEWFromagoodfamilyandwasthepickofthepaddockbeforemakingasuccessfulstartinaKelsobumper Similarformindefeatnext2startsandmade anencouraginghurdlingdebutwhenthirdod9atAyr(20.4f)3weeksago.Likelytoimprove,especiallynowuppedabitfurtherintrip. StarRatingHHHHH BHA-

4 ELMLEY LOVETT (IRE) (-)

B m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Blue Bell Walk (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. Creed

Breeder: Michael Creed

Jockey: Craig Nichol

6 11-6

Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

TIMEFORM VIEW Elusive Pimpernel mare. Dam unraced half-sister to 2m hurdle winner/useful chaser (stays 23f) Deans Road. One to note in the betting.

5 HENERYETTA BAY (IRE) (9) 1-0

B m Jet Away - Elisabetta (IRE)

Owner: The IRC & Molony Racing Ltd

Breeder: F. Quinn & S. Browne

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

7 11-6

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

TIMEFORM VIEW Won her sole start in Irish points but showed disappointingly little switched to Rules in a maiden hurdle at Ffos Las last week.

6 NOT YOUR CHOICE (GB) (842) 000/-

Br m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Overyou

Owner: Mr Derrick Mossop

Breeder: D. Mossop

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

7 11-6

Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham

Sponsor: Jacksons Timber Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in 2 bumpers/Hexham novice hurdle in late 2020.

7 OL’RIVER SHINE (IRE) (60) 3-4

B m Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Tosca Shine (IRE)

Owner: Old Stoics Racing Club 2

Breeder: Paddy Keane

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

5 11-6

Jockey: Harry Bannister

Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

Sponsor: Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWThird in her sole point and offered something to work on sent hurdling when fourth in 10-runner maiden at Plumpton in January. Entitled to improve Star RatingHHHII BHA -

8

POUGNE AMINTA (FR) (51) 0P2-102 6 11-6

Br m Protektor (GER) - Amicus

Owner: Mr Allan Stennett

Breeder: Mr John Nye

Jockey: Paddy Brennan

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Bresbet

She’sunlikelytoimprovegreatly,butareproductionofthatformwillputherfirmlyinthemix. StarRatingHHHHI BHA-

TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinneratthefourthattemptwhoshowedmorethaninhersolebumperunderaforcefulrudewhensecondin7-runnermaresnoviceatSouthwell (20.4f,good)onherhurdledebut51daysago

9 VISITE OFFICIELLE (FR) (15) 53R

Gr m Martinborough (JPN) - Visite Royale (FR)

Owner: Resdev, Mr J Kaye & Mr D Lees

Breeder: Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois

Jockey: Brian Hughes

5 11-6

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Resdev Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair stayer on Flat and ran to a similar level with her hurdling debut under her belt when third in a 19.7f novice here on Boxing Day. Refused to race at Hexham last time, however.Visor replaces cheekpieces.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Visor worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 2.

Stewards Note:

HENERYETTA BAY: Following its run on 22/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Bridget Breeze (FR), 11-4 Pougne Aminta (FR), 11-2 Elmley Lovett (IRE), 8-1 Ol’river Shine (IRE), 17-2 All The Glory (GB), 18-1 Visite Officielle (FR), 25-1 Heneryetta Bay (IRE), 150-1 Blooming Fortune (IRE), Not Your Choice (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BRIDGET BREEZE is from a good family and seems sure to build on an encouraging hurdling debut at Ayr 3 weeks ago, especially now that her stamina is drawn out a bit further, so she’s put forward as the selection. Pougne Aminta is sure to be in the thick of the action if reproducing her Southwell form, with Ol’River Shine another possible threat having shaped with some encouragement on her Rules debut at Plumpton in January.

PREDICTION:

THE RESULT

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TIMEFORM

1.BRIDGET BREEZE (FR) 2.POUGNE AMINTA (FR) 3.OL’RIVER SHINE (IRE)

THE JOIN RACING TV NOW NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6650

Owners Prize Money Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (19 wins from 275 runners, 7%) runs GETAWAY JEWEL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (10 wins from 51 runners, 20%) runs SOMEWHAT CLOUDY Longest Traveller: HOWYOUPLAYTHEGAME trained by S Allwood, Whitchurch, 219 miles.

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 milesteeple chase is for horses aged five-years-old and upwards.

1 SOMEWHAT CLOUDY (IRE) (19) 45-3421

B m Presenting - Clara Mc Cloud (IRE)

Owner: Miss C. McCracken

Breeder: D. Condon

Jockey: Brian Hughes

7 12-1

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

IngoodformoverhurdlespriortomakingawinningchasebowatMarketRasenondebutoverfences19daysagoby3lengths from Howyouplaythegame. Likely to progress in this sphere given the way she travelled/jumped that day.

TIMEFORMVIEW

2 PATAGONIA (FR) (141) 4325-4

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Daramour (FR)

Owner: S Beetham and DPL Fab Ltd

Breeder: Mme Guilhaine Le Borgne

6 11-13

Jockey: Robert Dunne

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Sponsor: Dpl Fabrications Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed ability over hurdles and far from disgraced when fourth of 4 in handicap chase at Newcastle (20.1f, good, 2/1) on debut overfences inNovember(reportedlybled).Sincejoined newyardandremainsopentoprogressinthissphere.

3 GETAWAY JEWEL (IRE) (93) 114043

B g Getaway (GER) - Fada’s Jewel (IRE)

Owner: Mr Phil Ellerby

Breeder: Mr D. Allen

Star RatingHHHII BHA99

9 11-8

Jockey: Conor O’Farrell

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Northern Accountants

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Market Rasen double in July and latest third at Catterick was a good effort. This race looks weaker, so big shout eased 1lb.

4 BEAT THE EDGE (IRE) (15) 232330

B g Beat Hollow - Darsi O’Grady (IRE)

Owner: Smartwater Utilities

Breeder: Ms M. Kavanagh

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 94

6 11-5

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of placed efforts this season but this long-standing maiden is not the most straightforward and needs to shrug off a poor run at Hexham.

5 HOWYOUPLAYTHEGAME (FR) (19) 40/0-002

B g Montmartre (FR) - Maille Asie (FR)

Owner: Mr R. B. Francis

Star RatingHHHII BHA 91

7 10-10

Jockey: Craig Nichol

Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Breeder: Mr Hubert Honore & Mr Didier Krainc Sponsor: Allwood Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked limited over hurdles but much more like it switched to a handicap over fences and when 3 lengths second of 7 to Somewhat CloudyatMarketRasen3weeksago 4lbbetteroffwithwinnerheresorespected.Engaged4.25TauntonThursday.

6 ROBINS FIELD (IRE) (53) P/PFU-PP

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Sweet Poli (IRE)

Owner: Robin Dickin Racing Club

Breeder: Cathal Ennis

Jockey: Ben Poste

8 10-8

Trainer: Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

Sponsor: Clay Street Property Consultants

7 KICKSAFTERSIX (IRE) (135) FP0-P05

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Astalanda (FR)

Owner: Coniston Old Men Syndicate

Breeder: Martin McDermott

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

7 10-2

Trainer: Martin Todhunter, Penrith

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers for Warren Greatrex but little form over jumps, including when attracting support on chase bow at Hexham in November Has since had wind op 8lb out of the handicap

RatingHHIII BHA

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7.

Stewards Note:

PATAGONIA: Following its run on 10/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

BEAT THE EDGE: Following its run on 16/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Somewhat Cloudy (IRE), 9-2 Getaway Jewel (IRE), Howyouplaythegame (FR), 17-2 Beat The Edge (IRE), 10-1 Patagonia (FR), 22-1 Kicksaftersix (IRE), 300-1 Robins Field (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GETAWAY JEWEL has plenty of experience for a novice and looks ready to strike again having dipped below his last winning mark. Somewhat Cloudy and Howyouplaythegame made a positive start over fences when 1-2 at Market Rasen so are the obvious threats.

THE RESULT

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NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 178 runners, 28%) runs

DELGANY DREAMER and GOD’S OWN GETAWAY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (8 wins from 49 runners, 16%) runs DELGANY DREAMER and GOD’S OWN GETAWAY

Longest Traveller: THISTLEBUFFS trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.

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

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 CRUZ CONTROL (FR) (62) 210-10

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - En La Cruz (FR)

Owner: Mr F Green and Mr J Chinn

6 11-12

Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Mr Christopher Richard Hirst Sponsor: Plusbac

Fairlyusefulinbumpers(awinneronsecondstart)andmadetheperfectstartinthisspherewithastylishvictoryatNewcastle(16.9f,soft)onBoxing Day.JumpednonetoofluentlywhenseventhinCheltenhamGrade2nexttimebutfanciedtogetbackontrackreturnedtocalmerwaters. StarRatingHHHHH BHA-

TIMEFORMVIEW

2 CALL HIM NOW (IRE) (141) P5-006

B g Presenting - Shuil Away (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Breeder: Mr Nelius O’Keeffe

5 11-5

Jockey: Ross Chapman

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who finished well held in pair of novice hurdles at Carlisle/Newcastle during second half of last year Handicaps over further entitled to be his bag in due course.

3 GOD’S OWN GETAWAY (IRE) (55) 00

B g Getaway (GER) - Yorkshire Girl (IRE)

Owner: SRW Partnership

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

5 11-5

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Michael Tobin Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brothertofairlyusefulhurdler/usefulchaserIndianHawk.Steppeduponlow-keydebuteffortdespitestilllookingrougharoundthe edgeswhenmidfieldin14-runnerC&DbumperinFebruaryandinterestingwhatthemarketmakesofhimnowsenthurdling. StarRatingHHHII BHA-

4 IHEARDUPAINTHOUSES (IRE) (123) 6-3500

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Miracle Steps (CAN)

Owner: Miss Mollie Chaston

Breeder: Mr Hugo McDermott

6 11-5

Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Trainer: Paula Smith, Malton

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form sole start in bumpers and following an unsuccessful stint in points, he’s offered little both starts in novice/maiden hurdles for present yard

5 MONTMARTIN (FR) (57) 00

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Asiana (FR)

Owner: Mr P. Hickey

Breeder: Paul Nataf

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

5 11-5

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEW£75,0003-y-o,Montmartregelding.BrothertoFrench17fhurdlewinnerFannybis.Madeafairlylow-keystartinfinishingwellheld inpairofbigfieldWincantonnovicehurdlessofarthisyearandhe’sanotherbestwatcheduntiltacklinghandicaps. Star RatingHHIII BHA-

6 NAB WOOD (IRE) (-)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Glenark (IRE)

Owner: Tarzan Bloodstock

Breeder: M. Cosgrave

6 11-5

Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW Court Cave gelding. Dam winning pointer/ran once over fences. Market should prove a useful guide ahead of debut.

7 PERCY WILLIS (GB) (17) P-40

B g Sir Percy - Peace Lily

Owner: The Unlikely Lads

Breeder: Mrs R. F. Johnson Houghton

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

5 11-5

Jockey: Charlie Hammond

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW In reasonable heart on the level over the winter but he remains with little form over hurdles, again not convincing with his jumping when well beaten at Sedgefield 17 days ago

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

8

THISTLEBUFFS (IRE) (75) 4

B g Fame And Glory - Doransfirth (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Jo Tracey & Mr K Alexander

Breeder: Mr Eddie Naughton

Jockey: Derek Fox

6 11-5

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFameAndGlorygelding.Half-brothertofairlyusefulhurdlerMillenToOne,stays23/4m.Showedplentytoworkonamidstgreenness whenfourthof12innovicehurdleatKelso(16.2f,heavy)ondebutinJanuaryandhe’sverymuchthetypetoimprove Star RatingHHHHI BHA-

9 BELLELOISE (GB) (11) 550-006

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Sabreflight

Owner: Mr David Coates

Breeder: Sabre Stud

Jockey: Sean Bowen

5 10-12

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in bumpers and essentially fared no better for switch to hurdling to date.

10 DELGANY DREAMER (GB) (16) 5

Gr m Blue Bresil (FR) - New Bridge (FR)

Owner: Charles And Rachel Wilson

Breeder: Charles Wilson

Jockey: Connor Brace

5 10-12

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWBlueBresilmare.Dam,French2mhurdlewinner.Easytoback,shapedasifshe’dcomeonfortheexperiencewhenfifthin6-runnerHuntingdon bumperondebut16daysago Thisoughttorevealmorenowsenthurdling.YardalsosaddleGod’sOwnGetaway.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

StarRatingHHHIIBHA-

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Running for the first time since Gelding No 6.

Stewards Note:

CRUZ CONTROL: Following its run on 28/1/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly

PERCY WILLIS: Following its run on 14/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost ground after erring badly

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Cruz Control (FR), 11-2 Nab Wood (IRE), 6-1 Thistlebuffs (IRE), 7-1 God’s Own Getaway (IRE), 14-1 Delgany Dreamer (GB), 22-1 Percy Willis (GB), 40-1 Montmartin (FR), 66-1 Call Him Now (IRE), 80-1 Belleloise (GB), 100-1 Iheardupainthouses (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

An impressive winner on hurdles debut at Newcastle in December, CRUZ CONTROL jumped none too fluently and ultimately never figured at Grade 2 level at Cheltenham a month later However, the return to calmer waters rates an obvious plus and he ought to play a lead role despite conceding weight all round. Thistlebuffs, on the back of his encouraging debut effort at Kelso, newcomer Nab Wood and God’s Own Getaway head up the dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CRUZ

THE RESULT

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THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13150

Owners Prize Money Winner £5311; Second £2655; Third £1328; Fourth £664; Fifth £331. (Penalty Value £6944.51)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 178 runners, 28%) runs UHTRED

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (8 wins from 49 runners, 16%) runs UHTRED

Longest Traveller: SIZING POTTSIE trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 263 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two mile handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. 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

1 CELESTIAL HORIZON (IRE) (44) 1PPPP6 D

B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Cocoon (IRE)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: Mrs Ann Marie O’Brien

age st-lb

5 12-1

Jockey: Aidan Coleman

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

TIMEFORMVIEWDoubledhurdlestallyinfinestyleatKilbeggan(17f)inMaybutnotinanythinglikethesameformwhenpulledupnext3startsforJosephO’Brienduring thesummer Didn’tdoanybetteronstabledebutbutseemedtoshowalotmoreatthisvenue19.7flastmonth.Taskistonowbuildonthat. StarRatingHHHII BHA136

2 FRANSHAM (GB) (76) P2-2546 CD

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Circus Rose

Owner: G. Libson,D. Bayliss,T. Davies & P. Sly

Breeder: Mrs P. Sly

Jockey: Paul O’Brien

9 11-7

Trainer: Pam Sly, Peterborough

Sponsor: Pam Sly Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple-C&D winner who went close to adding to his tally on his reappearance in October Hasn’t reproduced that form since but he’s now down to an attractive mark if he can revive Star RatingHHHHI BHA 128

3 HARDY DU SEUIL (FR) (20) 22-5310 D

B g Coastal Path - Pervenche du Seuil (FR)

Owner: The Hardy Souls

6 11-7

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Jean Brest & Mme Catherine BoudotSponsor: Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to chasing for his current yard last season, winning twice, and added a hurdles success to his tally at Sandown in January. Turnedinalabouredeffortbackthatthatvenue3weeksagobutcheekpiecesmayhelphimtravelwithabitmorezest. Star RatingHHHII BHA128

4 ALBERT’S BACK (GB) (13) 42P-254 CD

B g Champs Elysees - Neath

Owner: Golden Ratio & J Blackburn

Breeder: Amelia Field

Jockey: Brian Hughes

9 11-6

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Sheridan Ny Llp, Stittenham Farms

TIMEFORMVIEWCanboast a goodWetherby record,finding onlyone too goodback hereon reappearanceinOctober Disappointing both starts since 4 months apart but another who could easily revive from a falling mark back at this venue. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 127

5 FRONT VIEW (FR) (44) 31U0/-00 D

Gr g Konig Turf (GER) - Tumavue (FR)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: M. L. Bloodstock Limited

8 11-6

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdler/chaserinIrelandforJosephO’Brienbutabsentfornearly2years.Understandablygivenaconsiderateride on stable debut at Cheltenham in January but unable to build on that here the following month. Star RatingHHHII BHA 127

6 DARE TO SHOUT (GB) (13) 4P-1211 D

Gr g Martaline - Dare To Doubt

Owner: Mr Ian Hamilton

Breeder: Goldford Stud & Whitley Stud

6 11-5

Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Trainer: Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Sponsor: Hamilton

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who built on hurdling debut promise when quickening clear from a previous winner at Kelso in February. Didn’t need to improvetolandtheoddsunderapenaltyatNewcastleandthereshouldbeplentymoretocomefromhiminhandicaps. StarRatingHHHHH BHA126

7 SIZING POTTSIE (FR) (16) 12056P D

B or Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Line Salsa (FR)

Owner: Tracey, Alexander, Apiafi, Kuyt, Harman

9 11-5

Jockey: Jack Tudor

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Mr Jean-Charles Haimet & Ecurie Oceane

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser for Jessica Harrington last season but long way below that level for this yard so big leap of faith required, even from lower hurdles mark.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 126

8

UHTRED (IRE) (13) P330P0 D

B g Fame And Glory - Ingred Hans (IRE)

Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham

Breeder: J. Mangan

Jockey: Harry Skelton

8 11-2

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Sponsor: Manor Farm Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who ended time with Joseph O’Brien in good heart, successful in 19.3f beginners chase at Downpatrick in August. Hasn’t made much of an impact for present connections, though. Star RatingHHHII BHA 123

9 DANCEWITHTHEWIND (IRE) (27) 1/-03110 CD 8 10-10

Br g Jeremy (USA) - Sithgaoithe (IRE)

Owner: Geoff and Elspeth Adam

Breeder: Leonard Whitmore

Jockey: Ryan Mania

Trainer: Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed he retains all his ability on third outing back from a long absence when winning C&D handicap on Boxing Day.That form worked out wellandhehadnotroublefollowingupfroma3lbhighermarkatKelsoandbetterthantheresultbackatthatvenueamonthago StarRatingHHHII BHA117

10 PYRAMID PLACE (IRE) (23) 5-32134 C D

B g Authorized (IRE) - Attima

Owner: PP & R Syndicate

Breeder: Kingsley Park Ltd

6 10-9

Jockey: Mitchell Bastyan

Trainer: Milton Harris, Warminster

Sponsor: Bresbet

TIMEFORMVIEWTookadvantageofreducedmarktoscorehere(19.7f)lastmonth.Ranatleastaswellindefeatwhenthirdinasimilar event next time and way he shaped at Fontwell latest suggests he’s well worth another go at 2m. Star RatingHHHII BHA 116

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 7.

Stewards Note:

DANCEWITHTHEWIND: Following its run on 4/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Dare To Shout (GB), 13-2 Albert’s Back (GB), 8-1 Dancewiththewind (IRE), 17-2 Pyramid Place (IRE), 9-1 Fransham (GB), 11-1 Hardy du Seuil (FR), Sizing Pottsie (FR), 12-1 Front View (FR), 16-1 Celestial Horizon (IRE), Uhtred (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

DARE TO SHOUT needs to improve to complete the hat-trick switched to handicap company but that is very much on the cards judged on the excellent impression he’s created so far. Fransham and Albert’s Back can count 7 C&D wins between them and they head the opposition.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DARE TO SHOUT 2.FRANSHAM 3.ALBERT’S BACK

THE RESULT

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RACE

THE BET AT racingtv.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10650

Owners Prize Money Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538; Fifth £268. (Penalty Value £5624.26)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (17-22): Dr R Newland (9 wins from 40 runners, 22%) runs SHETLAND BUS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Dr R Newland (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs SHETLAND BUS

Longest Traveller: KEEP WONDERING trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 248 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three miles steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. 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 120 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 115.

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 FEIVEL (IRE) (20) 3-3PU12 CD BF

8 12-2

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

Owner: The Boondogglers

Breeder: Crossogue Stud

Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell

Sponsor: Science Supplements

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhurdler/chaserwhomadeawinningstartfortheStuartEdmundsyardinaC&Dhandicaplastmonth.Betteredthatform whensecondinaSandownClass320daysagoanda2lbnudgeisunlikelytopreventanotherprominentshowing. Star RatingHHHHH BHA122

2 SHETLAND BUS (GER) (168) 233311 D

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Shali Tori (FR)

Owner: Mr D. Hague

Breeder: Frau Le Meur

Jockey: Luke Scott (7)

10 12-1

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW It all clikcked for him over fences with cheekpieces added in the autumn, winning at Stratford and Fakenham. Another 5lb higher now bidding for the hat-trick but still much respected if ready to roll after his break.Star RatingHHHII BHA 121

3 LOUNGE LIZARD (GB) (31) 32-2631

B g Kayf Tara - Lifestyle

Owner: Arnold, Lukas, Leitao and Wrigley

Breeder: David G. Ford

6 11-12

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMadethe frame all 6 starts over hurdles and going the right way over fences, winning 25fCatterick handicap lasttime by 9 lengths from thereopposing BettyBaloo.First-timeblinkerswornonthatoccasionareretained.Shouldremainverycompetitiveup7lb. StarRatingHHHHI BHA118

4 KEEP WONDERING (IRE) (20) 2-3P430 D

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Supreme Touch (IRE)

Owner: Andy Bell & Fergus Lyons

Breeder: B. Walsh

9 11-12

Jockey: Micheal Nolan

Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing

Twiceawinneroverfencesbuthasfoundlifetougherthisterm Startingtolookwelltreatedonpeakform but others in this line-up have less to prove Star RatingHHIII BHA 118

TIMEFORMVIEW

5 EAST STREET (IRE) (44) 31-3324 C BF

B g Mores Wells - Serpentine Mine (IRE)

Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

Breeder: Denis Cummins

Jockey: Brian Hughes

7 11-8

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWGenerally progressive over hurdles last term. Looked to be getting the hang of things over fences when narrowly denied over C&D in January but he disappointed behind Feivel back here since, going in snatches. Player if on a going day. Star RatingHHHII BHA 114

6 BETTY BALOO (GB) (31) 232612 BF

B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Tarabaloo

Owner: Mr R. W. Metcalfe

Breeder: R. W. Metcalfe

7 11-4

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

TIMEFORMVIEWDualbumper/hurdlesscorerwhomadeitthirdtimeluckyoverfenceswhenaccountingfornext-time-outwinnerCredoinamares’handicapat Cattericklastmonth.NomatchforthereopposingLoungeLizardtheresincebutsheis7lbbetteroffattheweightswithhimnow. StarRatingHHHII BHA110

7 COSMIC OUTLAW (IRE) (63) 345-14P D

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Golden Moro (IRE)

Owner: The Friday Lions and Ronnie Jacobs

Breeder: Maurice Lane

Jockey: Craig Nichol

7 11-2

Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles at Kelso in October but hasn’t reproduced that in 2 outings since, puling up at Doncaster last time. Switches to fences for the first time here. Star RatingHHIII BHA 108

8

HENSCHKE (IRE) (34) 3P-521P 9 11-2

B g Mahler - Reserve The Right (IRE)

Owner: Mrs T. Brown

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Desmond Devereux Sponsor: 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but struck at only the second attempt over fences in 21f Ffos Las handicap in January. Does need to bounce back from a no show at Chepstow (19.5f) since. Up in trip Star RatingHHIII BHA 108

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2022: SIGURD (GER) 10 10 3 Brian Hughes 7-1 (J Foster) 9 ran Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 4, 5.

Stewards Note:

EAST STREET: Following its run on 15/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

COSMIC OUTLAW: Following its run on 27/1/2023 it was reported that the horse coughed slightly post-race.

HENSCHKE: Following its run on 25/2/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer softer ground.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Lounge Lizard (GB), 9-2 Feivel (IRE), Shetland Bus (GER), 5-1 Betty Baloo (GB), 9-1 East Street (IRE), 14-1 Keep Wondering (IRE), 16-1 Henschke (IRE), 28-1 Cosmic Outlaw (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

FEIVEL bumped into an improving sort at Sandown last time and is taken to go one better than last time back at the scene of his win last month. Lounge Lizard will be a danger if the blinkers work as well a second time, while East Street ran poorly behind the selection here last time but will have a say if back to the form he showed when just edged out over C&D prior to that.

THE RESULT

THE RACINGTV 100% PROFITS BACK TO RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £6650

Owners Prize Money Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (19 wins from 275 runners, 7%) runs LE GRAND VERT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (12 wins from 38 runners, 32%) runs MEXICAN BOY

Longest Traveller: DIVINE INSPIRATION trained by R Bandey, Kingsclere, 212 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three mile handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb

1 ROSTELLO (FR) (11) 43P431 D 8

Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR)

Owner: Dr R. D. P. Newland

Breeder: Patrick Boiteau

Jockey: Cillin Leonard (5)

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Down in grade/back to form when scoring unchallenged in 9-runner handicap at Southwell last time. Should go well again under a penalty.

2 DIVINE INSPIRATION (IRE) (35) 21-400 D

B g Malinas (GER) - Byerley Beauty (IRE)

Owner: Syders & Burkes

Breeder: Byerley Stud Ltd

6 12-2

Jockey: Harry Bannister

Trainer: Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has showed just modest form over hurdles but promises to up his game over this longer trip/fences on handicap debut. Not ruled out.

3 WHERE’S HECTOR (GB) (32) 23-0032 BF

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Diavoleria

Owner: Mr J Goodrick Racing

Breeder: M. W. Easterby

Jockey: Brian Hughes

6 12-2

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent over hurdles last season and by no means disgraced starting out over fences when placed at Catterick and Ayr. In the mix eased 1lb. Star RatingHHHII BHA 102

4 NO REGRETS (IRE) (21) 0/-64002

B g Presenting - E Mac (IRE)

Owner: Jim Ennis & Tony Killoran

Breeder: Mr J. McMahon

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

9 12-0

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 20f over hurdles and back to form having slipped in the weights when second in handicap chase at Ayr 3 weeks ago One to note in first-time cheekpieces.

5 CHRIS COOL (GB) (25) 0S4P26 BF

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Cool Friend (IRE)

Owner: Evason, Harney and Greenall

Breeder: Harney Greenall Evason Partnership

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 100

7 12-0

Jockey: Fergus Gregory

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Sponsor: Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeasuccessfuldebutoverhurdlesatBangorin2021andclearlylearntplentyfromchasingdebuttomatchthatform when runner-up at this track (24.2f, good) in January. Disappointing last time but too soon to write off Star RatingHHHII BHA 100

6 AIRE VALLEY LAD (GB) (17) 621025 CD

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bonnie Rock (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Breeder: George A. Charlton

9 11-13

Jockey: Ross Chapman

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBelatedlyopenedchaseaccountatthetwelfthtimeofaskingoverC&DinDecemberbuthasruncrditably only once in three subsequent outings. Hard to rely on. Engaged Hexham 3.20 Thursday. Star RatingHHIII BHA 99

7 LE GRAND VERT (FR) (13) F440-02

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Eliga (FR)

Owner: Mr Richard Howard & Mr Ben Howard

7 11-6

Jockey: Conor O’Farrell

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: S.C. P. Ecurie Pegase & Mme S. Mottier Sponsor: Effingham Steel Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner in France in summer 2021. No impact over hurdles for this yard but fared much better switched to chasing when second at Newcastle last time. Respected. Star RatingHHHII BHA 92

8

MEXICAN BOY (IRE) (25) P-65255

Gr g Kayf Tara - J’Y Viens (FR)

Owner: The Four Timers

Breeder: Corrib Racing

Jockey: Sean Bowen

7 11-4

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success and has underperformed on his last two starts, so others make more appeal. Star RatingHHIII BHA 90

9 BALLYNAGRAN (IRE) (13) 6-031P4 CD

8 11-0

Br g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancyfacia (IRE) Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Owner: The Yorkshire Racing Partnership

Breeder: Tony Lawlor

Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley

Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWBacked at long odds, despite being 15lb out of the handicap, and showed much improved form when off the mark in a C&D event in January. Not in anything like the same form next two starts, though. Star RatingHHIII BHA 86

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 7.

Stewards Note:

MEXICAN BOY: Following its run on 6/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung and jumped right handed.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Rostello (FR), 6-1 No Regrets (IRE), Le Grand Vert (FR), 15-2 Chris Cool (GB), 17-2 Where’s Hector (GB), 12-1 Divine Inspiration (IRE), 14-1 Aire Valley Lad (GB), 16-1 Mexican Boy (IRE), 20-1 Ballynagran (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ROSTELLO bounced back in no uncertain terms when scoring at Southwell 11 days ago and he’s expected to go well again. Point winner Divine Inspiration could prove a different proposition now switched to chasing, so he’s regarded as a danger along with the well treated No Regrets.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

THE RESULT

WETHERBY STEEPLECHASE COMMITTEE LTD will present a memento to the winning owner of this race and £50 to the stablehand in charge of the best turned out horse.

BOOKMAKERS

National Association of Bookmakers. Bookmakers, both on and off the course, are helping to pay for the improvement of racing through the Levy Fund.

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.

THE KEEP THE FAITH PARTNERSHIP MARES’ OPEN

NATIONAL

HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares x Total prize fund £4999 Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 178 runners, 28%) runs SMURFETTE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (8 wins from 49 runners, 16%) runs SMURFETTE

Longest Traveller: MISS GOLDFIRE trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 278 miles.

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

1 BUBBLES’N’TROUBLES (GB) (388) 0- 6 11-0

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Jontys’lass

Owner: Mr Dave Carter

Breeder: Ashgill Stud

Jockey: Joe Williamson (5)

Trainer: Andrew Crook, Leyburn

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, last of 12 in bumper at Newcastle (16.2f, good to soft) on NH debut. Off 12 months with work to do Star RatingHHIII BHA -

2 KOSASIEMPRE (FR) (35) P

B m Masked Marvel - Cosavita (FR)

Owner: Mr M. Kehoe

Breeder: Ecurie Biraben, D. Biraben & A. Biraben

5 11-0

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell

Sponsor: Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, pulled up in bumper at Warwick (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 35 days ago Needs a big step forward. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

3 LITTLE MISS DANTE (GB) (63) 2 BF

B m Kayf Tara - Whoops A Daisy

Owner: Mrs Barbara Hester

Breeder: N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston

NON-RUNNER

Jockey:

5 11-0

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Second of 10 in bumper at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to soft, 7/4) on NH debut 63 days ago

Has more to offer. NON RUNNER

4 PERFECT POLI (GB) (-)

B m Dunaden (FR) - Miss Poli

Owner: Mr Semore Kurdi

Star RatingIIIII BHA -

5 11-0

Jockey: Craig Nichol

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: M. J. Tuckey Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 3-y-o, Dunaden mare Half-sister to ffairly useful hurdler Brampton Belle. Already had a wind op but she’s one for shortlist on her debut. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

5 SMURFETTE (GB) (135) 5

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Veronaise (FR)

Owner: Colm Donlon and Alne Park Stud

5 11-0

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Colm Donlon & Dan Skelton Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, promising fifth of 18 in bumper at Warwick (16f, soft) on NH debut 135 days ago, coming from further back thanthosewhobeather Appealsasthesorttoimproveafairbitafterherbreak.Bigshout. Star RatingHHHHH BHA-

6 SOUND OF JURA (GB) (-)

Br m Cannock Chase (USA) - Floradorado

Owner: Mr J. J. Davies

Breeder: T. C. Dawson

5 11-0

Jockey: Conor Rabbitt (7)

Trainer: John Davies, Darlington

TIMEFORM VIEW Cannock Chase mare. Half-sister to modest 2 1/2m chase winner Boys ofWexford. Market can prove a good guide. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

7 SPRING GALE (GB) (41) 0

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Sting In The Gale

Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd

Breeder: James & Jean Potter

6 11-0

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Sponsor: Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1, eighth of 14 in bumper at Ascot (15.7f, good to soft) on NH debut 41 days ago Needs to build on it. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

UNSINKABLE MOLLY B (GB) (-)

Br m Blue Bresil (FR) - Perfect Promise (IRE)

Owner: Dan Walker

Breeder: Geoff Hubbard Racing

5 11-0

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWEUR45,0003-y-o,BlueBresilmare.Dam,useful21/4m-23/4mchasewinner(stayed25f),sisterto modest hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f) Another Promise. Enters calculations. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

9 AMARBELLE’S DREAM (GB) (35) 20

B f Brazen Beau (AUS) - Amarullah (FR)

Owner: Mr Walid Marzouk

Breeder: Trinity Park Stud Ltd

4 10-4

Jockey: Jack Hogan (5)

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Brazen Beau filly who failed to build on her debut second when eleventh of 12 in bumper at Warwick (9/2) 35 days ago Tongue strap on 1st time. Worth another chance. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

10 ANNIE HOBBS (GB) (-)

B f Jack Hobbs - Jontys’lass

Owner: D Carter,S Padgett,R Berry,&A Crook

Breeder: Ashgill Stud

Jockey: John Kington

4 10-4

Trainer: Andrew Crook, Leyburn

TIMEFORMVIEWJackHobbsfilly.Half-sistertobumperwinner/fairlyusefulhurdlerRyedaleRacerandmodesthurdlerLadyBabs.Dam fairlyusefulbumper/21/2mhurdlewinner(stayed23f).Bettingcanproveanaccurateindicator StarRatingHHHII BHA-

11 EVER READY (GB) (-)

B f Recharge (IRE) - Wistow

Owner: Mrs P. M. Sly

Breeder: Mrs P. M. Sly

Jockey: Paul O’Brien

4 10-4

Trainer: Pam Sly, Peterborough

Sponsor: Pam Sly Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Recharge filly Half-sister to dual bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Rainyday Woman and fair chaser William Cody. Newcomer is no forlorn hope, especially if the market vibes are positive. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

12 MARMALADE TIME (GB) (-)

Ch f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Madame Bleue

Owner: Mr Philip Rowley

Breeder: Mr & Mrs P. Rowley

Jockey: Alex Edwards

4 10-4

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Sponsor: Adm Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBlackSamBellamyfilly Half-sistertofairhurdler/chasewinnerDashofBlue.Damunracedsisterto bumper winner/useful hurdler (2m/17f winner) Knight In Purple. Not ruled out.

13 MISS GOLDFIRE (IRE) (-)

B f Yeats (IRE) - Miss McGoldrick (IRE)

Owner: The Highland Walkers

Breeder: Mr John Connolly

4 10-4

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Yeats filly. Half-sister to bumper winner Dares To Dream and 3 1/4m chase winner Leading Knight. Considered debutante.

14 MOROCCAN MOON (GB) (37) 04

B f Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Atomic Tangerine

Owner: Supreme partners & Rosie Robson-Tinsley

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud & Mr Andrew Wall

TIMEFORMVIEW

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

4 10-4

Jockey: Nathan Moscrop

Trainer: Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

Twice-raced maiden,better effortwhenfourthof8 inbumper (125/1)atDoncaster(16.6f,good)

37 days ago Needs to take another step forward.

15 STORM SPIRIT (GB) (34) 2

B f Passing Glance - Concentrate

Owner: Keep The Faith Partnership

Breeder: Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

4 10-4

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Wilcocks Contractors Ltd, Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, neck second of 7 in bumper at Newcastle (16.2f, standard) on NH debut 34 days ago

Shortlisted. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.

Stewards Note:

KOSASIEMPRE: Following its run on 24/2/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its action.

AMARBELLE’S DREAM: Following its run on 24/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Smurfette (GB), 13-2 Miss Goldfire (IRE), 7-1 Amarbelle’s Dream (GB), 15-2 Storm Spirit (GB), 10-1 Unsinkable Molly B (GB), 12-1 Marmalade Time (GB), 14-1 Ever Ready (GB), 16-1 Perfect Poli (GB), 18-1 Spring Gale (GB), 40-1 Kosasiempre (FR), 66-1 Sound of Jura (GB), Annie Hobbs (GB), 150-1 Moroccan Moon (GB), 400-1 Bubbles’n’troubles (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

The market should reveal plenty here but SMURFETTE showed up really well when fifth on her Warwick debut and can return from a break in style. Amarbelle’s Dream is worth another chance to confirm her debut promise so could emerge as the chief threat to Dan Skelton’s Blue Bresil mare. Newcomers Miss Goldfire and Unsinkable Molly B are two more who need factoring into an open-looking bumper

Keep The Faith Partnership will present a memento to the winning owner of this race and £50 to the stablehand in charge of the best turned out horse.

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ABBREVIATIONS

BF—Beaten Favourite. B—Brought Down. C—Course Winner. D—Distance Winner. F—Fell. P—Pulled Up. R—Refused. S—Slipped Up. U—Unseated. d—Disqualified. r—Ran Out.

FIRST AID

A First Aid team attend all of our racedays. They are located in the Paddock Enclosure adjacent to the William Hill Betting Shop.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.40 - THE WEAR A HAT DAY SUPPORTING braintumourresearch.org MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner 16 entries at £35 - Closed March 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

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Second Race 2.15 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3511 to the winning horse The second to receive £1615, the third £807, the fourth £404 and the fifth £201 for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th Penalties, after March 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner 10 entries at £30Closed March 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.50 - THE racingtv.com NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 19 entries at £35 - Closed March 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.25 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

(Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6944 to the winning horse The second to receive £3195 the third £1597, the fourth £799 and the fifth £398 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher or £12 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th Penalties, after March 18th 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACING & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER

TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 8th April, 2023. 16 entries at £60. - Closed March 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £5311; Second £2655; Third £1328; Fourth £664; Fifth £331. (Penalty Value £6944.51)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.55 - THE BET AT racingtv.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5624 to the winning horse The second to receive £2587, the third £1293 the fourth £647 and the fifth £322. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th Penalties, after March 18th 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 21 entries at £50. - Closed March 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538; Fifth £268. (Penalty Value £5624.26)

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Sixth Race 4.25 - THE RACINGTV 100% PROFITS BACK TO RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3511 to the winning horse The second to receive £1615, the third £807, the fourth £404 and the fifth £201 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th Penalties, after March 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 20 entries at £30 - Closed March 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2686; Second £1343; Third £672; Fourth £336; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3511.86)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.55 - THE KEEP THE FAITH PARTNERSHIP MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. The Keep the Faith Partnership have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, the Keep The Faith Partnership will present a cash prize to the stable lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 41 entries at £24. - Closed March 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURES 2023

Thursday 6th April - Easter Raceday

Sunday 30th April - Family Raceday Flat Racing

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Tuesday 16th May - Evening Flat Racing

Tuesday 6th June - Evening Flat Racing

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Day One - featuring the British Horse Society Charity Race

Saturday 4th November - The bet365 Meeting

Day Two - featuring the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase

Saturday 18th November - The Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday

Wednesday 29th November - Weekday Racing

Saturday 9th December - Christmas Jumper Saturday

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Day One - featuring the William Hill Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase

Wednesday 27th December - The William Hill Yorkshire Christmas Meeting

Day Two - featuring the William Hill Castleford Handicap Chase

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