THE racingtv.com

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 colours no horse form age st-lb

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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 colours no horse form

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.

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

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.

Unauthorised Bookmaking

It is a condition of entry to this Racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.

Security Checks

Please note that as part of our security procedures, our security personnel carry out random bag checks on entry and within the enclosures. A full list of prohibited items is detailed within our terms and conditions of entry which can be found at wetherbyracing.co.uk.

If you see an unattended bag please contact a member of our stewarding team

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 colours no horse form age st-lb

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.

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