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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).
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.
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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If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
RACE ONE
BUTCH shed the maiden tag at the fourth time of asking last month and it would be no surprise were the son of Kayf Tara to kick on now. Hurlerontheditch finished a creditable third at Haydock 15 days ago and he remains capable of better eased 1lb in the handicap, while market support must be noted for Finnthemagician, who makes his stable debut for the Nicky Richards team.
WIN: BUTCH
RACE TWO
DANGER: Hurlerontheditch
Resplendent Grey wasn’t disgraced at Huntingdon last month, having won on his debut at Market Rasen in December, and Olly Murphy’s gelding appeals as the type to progress now switched from bumpers to hurdles. However, preference is for the Stuart Crawford-trained debutant JOKER DU CHENET. The son of Doctor Dino is related to some smart types and he ought to posses the ability to land a race of this nature. Stablemate Sunshine Girl heads the remainder
WIN: JOKER DU CHENET
RACE THREE
DANGER: Resplendent Grey
NO REMATCH has been disappointing since landing a claimer at Leicester in February, but he’s favoured at the weights this time around and could get back to winning ways down in grade. First-time cheekpieces could see On The Wild Side improve on recent efforts, while Captain Jack, who hit the crossbar in a similar event five days ago is another to be interested in.
WIN: NO REMATCH
DANGER: On The Wild Side
GREENROCK ABBEY may have disappointed at Stratford last time but he had been in excellent form before that and his record since beginning over fences speaks for itself The seven-year-old can bounce back to winning ways, with the capable Oscars Leader and last month’s Southwell winner Onesoc looking best placed to chase him home. First Revolution and Sao are entitled to be thereabouts as well.
WIN: GREENROCK ABBEY
DANGER: Onesoc
A taking winner at Ayr last time, JOANNA I’M FINE must hold every chance of following up off a 5lb higher mark with conditions in her favour Similar comments apply to recent C&D winner Fiadh, who should be able to uphold form with Rumble B (second) despite being 5lb worse off at the weights. Completing the shortlist are the likes of Baby Jane, Braganza Bay and Storm Force One.
WIN: JOANNA I’M FINE
DANGER: Fiadh
This can go the way of GENTLEMAN DE MAI, who ran a cracker on his chase debut at Ayr in February, a race which has produced no fewer than four winners since. Rose Dobbin’s charge is taken to go one place better on this occasion and can strike at the main expense of the in-form C&D winner Tango Boy, and Hotel Du Nord who did it well at Wincanton last time out.
WIN: GENTLEMAN DE MAI
DANGER: Tango Boy
IL VA DE SOI made both a pleasing stable/Rules debut for Harry Derham when only beaten a head at Kempton in February, and there is likely more to come from the gelded son of Gris De Gris. Booster Bob must hold every chance of securing a double, despite having to shoulder a 7lb penalty for his success over this trip at Ayr on debut, and he is feared most ahead of Support Act.
WIN: IL VA DE SOI
DANGER: Booster Bob
A fairly open second division of the bumper in which marginal preference is for the Dan Skelton-trained COCO MADEMOISELLE She bolted up in a point-to-point in Ireland earlier this year, when trained by Denis Paul Murphy, and is fancied to follow up on her Rules debut for a yard which has enjoyed plenty of success at this track over the years. Light Sentence and Got Your Back add further spice to the race.
WIN: COCO MADEMOISELLE
DANGER: Light Sentence
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Can you find all the bunnies hidden at the Racecourse today?
Write down how many you can find in each of the areas below. When you have finished, visit the Paddock Bar to see how well you have done and collect a surprise!
Pre-parade & Saddling Up Stalls
The horses are brought into this area from the stables and are led around to keep warm, you can see them being saddled in this area by their trainers.
Parade Ring & Winners' Enclosure
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We began the first of seven competitive races with a mare’s maiden hurdle over two miles, five and a half furlongs trip. Paddy Brennan continued his good form improving from his last run to take home the winnings on Pougne Aminta by an impressive twelve lengths. He made all and went easily clear three from home and showed that he was a worthy favourite for the Fergal O’Brien stable.
In the second race it was a much closer contest with Beat The Edge winning by a short head to Patagonia. Under a peach of a ride from Jamie Hamilton, he was towards the rear until making headway three out and he was nudged along to lead. His closest competitor Patagonia ran the race completely differently leading for the majority of the way before being headed by the winner. This spurred him on and Patagonia came back while Beat The Edges was wandering and only narrowly held on.
Cruz Control travelled strongly and led for a long way in the racingtv.com Novices’ Hurdle over two miles. His significant time off the course seems to have worked and he powered home after being shaken up two out and won comfortably by eight lengths. It was seemingly a great day for favourites as he was unstoppable with the rest of the field never a true threat.
In the feature race of the day it was not one for favourites as Albert’s Back made a strong challenge from the last to be victorious under jockey Brian Hughes. He made slow headway at three out which let him be in prime position to travelled well through the field. Hardy Du Seuil was a worthy second being 12 lengths clear of the rest of the field as he got a nice toe into the race from the favourite. He was let down by his jumping and the strong challenge from
the eventual winner. This distance seems to be Albert’s Back key to winning coming close over the same distance in recent runs.
East Street gave Brian Hughes a quick-fire double in the next Clearly it was beneficial this day to track the leaders and make a challenge late on as this is what East Street did. He wasn’t fluent three out and had to be ridden on and eventually led in the closing stages. Keep Wondering provided a good challenge and went on to lead shortly before his early mistakes seemed to have taken it out of him and he had no extra against the charging East Street.
The penultimate race had the prominent No Regrets give Sean Quinlan and Nicky Richards a win on the day. This win denied Brian Hughes a treble on the day as Where’s Hector lost out by a head. Where’s Hector was prominent but hung badly left handed throughout, he went on to lead at two out whereas No Regrets made slow progress. Where’s Hector was soon ridden however No Regrets had just got into his rhythm and was jumping well and came out ahead on the last. He just stayed on to claim the winnings.
To conclude another fabulous day of racing, another favourite Miss Goldfire secured the last by a half a length to Unsinkable Molly B. The latter led from four furlong out but was soon challenged by Miss Goldfire and after being pushed along by Jonathan Burke, he just led in the closing stages with Unsinkable Molly B not being able to close the gap.
£166.00
£166.00
We were joined on Wednesday 29th March by twenty-five racing enthusiasts and four dogs, who came along to walk the course with us, have a chat about the track and enjoy a quick cuppa afterwards. We had a lovely couple of hours and they donated a combined sum of £166 to Yorkshire's Brain Tumour Charity. Thank you all.
£3,712.00 raised £3,712.00 raised
& some fabulous hats worn! & some fabulous hats worn!
2 Ardmayle (IRE)
3 Blazer’s Mill (IRE)
4 Yellow Jacket (GB)
5 Lonimoss Bareliere
6 Gala des Lys (FR)
7 Torrent des Mottes (FR)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3494; Second £1746; Third £874; Fourth £437; Fifth £218. (Penalty Value £4568.06)
Leading course trainer (17-22): O Murphy (16 wins from 75 runners, 21%) runs BARONY LEGENDS & BUTCH
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs BARONY LEGENDS & BUTCH
Weightwatcher: CITY DERBY won off a handicap mark of 107, his rating is now down 7lb to 100.
Longest Traveller: ICONE D’AUBRELLE trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 231 miles.
RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles and five furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. 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 BUTCH (GB) (19) 2-021
B g Kayf Tara - Leading On
Owner: McNeill Family & Ralston Family
Breeder: Aiden Murphy
Jockey: A. P. Heskin
age st-lb
6 12-0
Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions, Ultima Business Solutions
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressed all 3 starts over hurdles, taking another significant step forward when winning 5-runner novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, soft) 19daysago Showedgoodattitudethereandopeningmarklooksmorethanworkablewithfurtherimprovementexpected. StarRatingHHHHH BHA120
2 HASTY BROOK (FR) (15) 122-P02
B g Saddex - Brookdale (FR)
Owner: He Who Dares & The Hasty Enterprise
Breeder: Mr Guy Cherel
6 11-13
Jockey: Nathan Moscrop
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Supported in the market and returned to form to finish second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Haydock (18.9f, good to soft, 6/1) 15 days ago Looks competitive on form
3 FINNTHEMAGICIAN (IRE) (180) 301F34
B g Shantou (USA) - Twentytwo’s Taken (IRE)
Owner: Mr P. Bird
Breeder: Mr Kenneth Alexander
Jockey: Sean Quinlan
5 11-11
Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORM VIEW Perth bumper winner in August who would have likely followed up on Down Royal hurdles debut but for departing at the last. Inframewithoutimprovingonnext2startsandiscertainlyworthmarketcheckmakinghandicapdebutfornewyard.Star RatingHHHII BHA117
4 PALM BEACH (IRE) (145) 012-606
B g Galileo (IRE) - Alta Anna (FR)
Owner: Mrs S. F. Dixon
Breeder: Lynch-Bages & Rhinestone Bloodstock
6 11-10
Jockey: Mr John Dixon (7)
Trainer: John Dixon, Carlisle
Sponsor: Messrs J Dixon & Son
TIMEFORMVIEW
5 ICONE D’AUBRELLE (FR) (56) 12F5-3
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Tiree A Part (FR)
Owner: Mr Robert Waley-Cohen
Breeder: Frederic Boistier
Jockey: Adam Wedge
StarRatingHHIII BHA116
Flat/hurdleswinnerinIrelandwhomadeasuccessfulstartforthisyardin3-runnerHexhamnovicelastseason.Stepbackinrightdirection whensixthof9inhandicaphurdleatthiscourse(16f,good)145daysagobutoverallprofilethistermremainsunconvincing.
5 11-8
Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Sponsor: Upton Viva Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWWonjuvenilehurdleatBordeauxandproducedsimilarformin3runsuponjoiningpresentyardlastterm.Perfectlyadequatestartoverfenceswhenthird atFfosLas(19.4f)inFebruaryandhe’srespectedquicklyswitchedbacktosmallerobstacles(withdrawnonvet’sadvicelastintendedstart). StarRatingHHHII BHA114
6 HURLERONTHEDITCH (IRE) (15) U1/2-33 BF
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Maid of Malabar (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Penny Perriss
Breeder: Conor Murphy
Jockey: David Bass
7 11-7
Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Presumably not the easiest to train but he ran respectably on handicap debut when third of 10 at Haydock (18.9f, good to soft) 15 days ago and remains relatively unexposed, so no surprise to see him in the mix again. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 113
7 BARONY LEGENDS (IRE) (12) 62-4P03
B g Yeats (IRE) - Monty’s Sister (IRE)
Owner: Bective Stud
Breeder: Cathal Ennis
Jockey: Sean Bowen
7 11-4
Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
TIMEFORMVIEWWinnerofaLingfieldmaidenhurdleonhisreappearance/debutinthisspherelastseason.Definitestepbackintherightdirection whenthirdof8inhandicaphurdleatBangor(19.6f,soft)12 days agobutconcerns abouthisrobustnessremain. Star RatingHHHII BHA110
Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Bear Nora (GER)
Owner: Mr A. McCormack
Breeder: R.A. Beine & U.A. Rom
Jockey: Ross Chapman
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler/chaser at up to 2 1/2m in France in 2021 but has offered little in 4 starts for current
9 MONTYS MEDOC (IRE) (529) 001/210-
B g Westerner - Kilbarry Medoc (IRE)
Owner: Insurance Friends
Breeder: Con O’Keeffe
Jockey: Paul O’Brien
7 11-1
Trainer: Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn
Sponsor: All Sport Insurance Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Newton Abbot in September 2021 on penultimate start for Paul Nicholls. Returns from 17-month absence on
10 CITY DERBY (IRE) (23) P23045
Ch g Ask - Reine d’Or (IRE)
Owner: Fools Who Dream Partnership
Breeder: Mr & Mrs P. Haughey
7 10-8
Jockey: Thomas Dowson
Trainer: Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Sponsor: Bolton Mill Holiday Park, Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Won for Fergal O’Brien around this time last year but hasn’t made much impact in 3 starts for current stable and looks opposable again. Star RatingHHIII BHA 100
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: JET OF MAGIC (IRE) 6 11 5 Craig Nichol 4-1 (Oliver Greenall) 7 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 9, 10
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.
Stewards Note:
MONTYS MEDOC: Following its run on 24/10/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Butch (GB), 5-1 Hasty Brook (FR), 6-1 Hurlerontheditch (IRE), 8-1 Finnthemagician (IRE),
12-1 Montys Medoc (IRE), 14-1 Icone d’Aubrelle (FR), Barony Legends (IRE), 25-1 City Derby (IRE), 40-1 Palm Beach (IRE), 50-1 Batman For Ever (GER)
PLAY SMARTER
BUTCH looks to have been let in fairly leniently on his handicap debut and he’s taken to follow up from his likeable Uttoxeter success. Hasty Brook sprang back to form at Haydock last time and heads the list of dangers, with the lightly-raced Hurlerontheditch another player.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BUTCH 2.HASTY BROOK (FR) 3.HURLERONTHEDITCH (IRE)
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.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £310,329 in rate card and incremental prize money at this racecourse from January to April 2023.
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for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80)
Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (19 wins from 279 runners, 7%) runs HALPHA SOLEIL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (10 wins from 42 runners, 24%) runs CLODY FLYER
Longest Travellers: JOKER DU CHENET & SUNSHINE GIRL trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
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 in this two miles race will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today.
colours no horse form age st-lb
1 ANNAHARVEY LAD (IRE) (17) 4/3-40
B g Famous Name - Annaharvey Pride (IRE)
Owner: Mrs S. Smith
Breeder: Conor McGrath
7 11-6
Jockey: Ross Chapman
Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley
Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in 2 Irish points in spring 2021 and offered something to work on when fourth of 9 in a C&D novice in early March Went backwards at Southwell just a fortnight on, though. Star RatingHHIII BHA -
2 CAPTAIN NELSON (IRE) (27) 0-PUF
Ch g Mount Nelson - Dromod Mour (IRE)
Owner: The Racing Suite
Breeder: Mr Tom Maher
5 11-6
Jockey: William Shanahan (7)
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed nothing in his only bumper and sent off big prices when failing to complete all 3 starts in maiden hurdles, hampered when falling first at Ayr latest.
3 CLODY FLYER (IRE) (116) 0-02P1
Star RatingHIIII BHA -
6 11-6
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Murphys Filly (IRE) Jockey: Brian Hughes
Owner: Mr Robert Aplin
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Brendan Murphy Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited, Tulleyvallen Equine Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sholokhov gelding. Dam, maiden chaser, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stays 25f) Wishing And Hoping. Off mark in Irish points at fifth attempt in December and has joined a respected yard.
4 HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) (23) 5/-25154
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR)
Owner: T I S PARTNERSHIP
Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R
Star RatingHHHII BHA -
6 11-6
Jockey: Conor O’Farrell
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful twice in French bumpers (tongue tied second time) but went backwards from UK/stable debut when well held at Sedgefield last time. Star RatingHHIII BHA 100
5 HARPER VALLEY (IRE) (97) F
6 11-6
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Queen of Cool (IRE) Jockey: Nathan Moscrop
Owner: Mr John Wade
Breeder: Mrs Claire Doyle
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Leading Light gelding. Dam, 19f/2 1/2m hurdle winner, sister to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler (2 1/4m winner) All That Remains. In front when fell last only outing in Irish points (Dec 30). Star RatingHHHII BHA -
6 HUGUENEAU (FR) (24) FFP41-5
B g Lucayan (FR) - Cour d’Eau Ludique (FR)
Owner: Mrs Sara Sutton and N Sutton
6 11-6
Jockey: Mr Ben Sutton (7)
Trainer: Lawney Hill, Aston Rowant
Breeder: EARL Du Moulin & M. Clave & O. Ournac Sponsor: Prolinx Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Easily off the mark in points at fifth attempt but looked one for the longer term under Rules when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Plumpton last month.
7 PATS DREAM (IRE) (12) 43-46
B g Getaway (GER) - Ice Princess (IRE)
Owner: Mr & Mrs Michael Edwardson
Breeder: Mr Padraig Ryan
Star RatingHHIII BHA -
6 11-6
Jockey: Craig Nichol
Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick
Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW£55,000purchasefromIrishpointingfieldwhohasbeenbadlyoutpacedbothstartsinbumpers5months apart, so looks one to take on kept to 2m for hurdle debut.
Star RatingHHIII BHA -
8
RESPLENDENT GREY (IRE) (22) 13 BF
B or Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Caltra Princess (IRE)
Owner: Mrs R. J. Skan
Breeder: Ms M. Kavanagh
5 11-6
Jockey: Sean Bowen
Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Sponsor: McCoy Contractors
TIMEFORMVIEWLookedagoodprospectwhenlandingabumperatMarketRasenondebutinDecember,surgingtothefrontfromanunpromisingposition. NotseentobesteffectwhenthirdunderapenaltyatHuntingdon3monthslaterandmustentercalculationsonhurdledebut. StarRatingHHHHH BHA-
9 SUNSHINE GIRL (IRE) (20) 30-6FP2
Ch m Conduit (IRE) - Miss Sarenne (FR)
Owner: Miss Sophie Bell
Breeder: Hugh Suffern Bloodstock
6 10-13
Jockey: Mr Stephen Connor (7)
Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Better previous efforts when second in 6-runner bumper at Down Royal (16.9f, heavy) 20 days ago but needs to step up considerably on her only previous run over hurdles.
10 YOU SOME GIRL (IRE) (12) 1360 D
B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Kallisti (IRE)
Owner: Mr John Wade
Breeder: Michael Ward
Star RatingHHIII BHA -
6 10-13
Jockey: Sean Quinlan
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Arthur J Gallagher (UK)
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful start in a Catterick bumper and ran to a similar level next 2 outings. However, was too free when well held at Kelso last time. Makes hurdles debut.
11 ACOUSTIC (IRE) (277)
B g Kodiac - Operissimo
Owner: Mr K Greenwell and Mr M Barnes
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Star RatingHHHII BHA -
4 10-12
Jockey: Stephen Mulqueen
Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden on Flat for Richard Fahey (stays 9f). Sold for only 4,500 gns and gelded ahead of hurdle debut. Also tongue tied.
12 JOKER DU CHENET (FR) (-)
Br g Doctor Dino (FR) - Tanais du Chenet (FR)
Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede
Breeder: Mme Marie-Laure Besnouin
Jockey: Daryl Jacob
Star RatingHIIII BHA -
4 10-12
Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Doctor Dino gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler Hotesse du Chenet and fairly useful hurdler/chaser Gary du Chenet, both by Martaline. Makes plenty of appeal on paper and strong market support would need taking seriously Star RatingHHHHI BHA -
13 SUPER STARS (IRE) (101) 52
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Valais Girl
Owner: JAB
Breeder: Sunderland Holdings Inc
Jockey: Henry Brooke
4 10-12
Trainer: Adrian Keatley Malton
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedsomeaptitudeforhurdlinginapairofjuvenileeventsinlate2022andranwellonhismostrecent Flat outing. Each-way claims. Star RatingHHHII BHA -
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: SPIRITOFTHENORTH (FR) 5 11 6 Brian Hughes 5-2 (Kevin Ryan) 9 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 11. Hood worn by No 8, 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 9.
Running for the first time since Gelding No 11
Stewards Note:
ACOUSTIC: Following its run on 3/7/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Joker du Chenet (FR), 11-4 Resplendent Grey (IRE), 7-1 Clody Flyer (IRE), 12-1 Super Stars (IRE), 16-1 Harper Valley (IRE), 20-1 You Some Girl (IRE), 22-1 Halpha Soleil (FR), 25-1 Pats Dream (IRE), 28-1 Sunshine Girl (IRE), 33-1 Annaharvey Lad (IRE), 50-1 Hugueneau (FR), 150-1 Acoustic (IRE), 250-1 Captain Nelson (IRE)
RESPLENDENT GREY created a good impression when landing a Market Rasen bumper on his debut before not being seen to best effect under a penalty at Huntingdon, so he’s very much of interest now switching to hurdles in what looks a winnable contest. Newcomer Joker du Chenet makes plenty of appeal on paper and strong market support for him would put a slightly different slant on matters. Super Stars may prove best of the rest.
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.
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80) colours no horse
Leading course trainer (17-22): O Murphy (16 wins from 75 runners, 21%) runs FIRST CLASS RETURN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs FIRST CLASS RETURN
Longest Travellers: NO REMATCH & CAPTAIN JACK trained by S Drinkwater, Strensham, 168 miles.
RACE DESCRIPTION Selling races exist as an outlet for connections to sell their horses. Any horse that wins a ‘seller’ such as this two miles and three and a half furlongs hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards, is automatically put up for public auction in the Winners’ Enclosure at the end of the race and goes to the highest bidder The auction is often well worth seeing, so make sure to head that way after the race.
1 MARAJMAN (FR) (16) (6000) P22233 D BF
Gr g Rajsaman (FR) - Mascarpone (FR)
Owner: Stephanie Kaye and M.T Hughes
Breeder: R. Deshayes & Raymond Jean-Christian
9 11-6
Jockey: Brian Hughes
Trainer: Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
TIMEFORM VIEW Has generally been in good order of late and shaped better than the result (let down by jumping) over fences at Market Rasen last time, so worthy of interest down in grade/back hurdling. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 94
2 NO REMATCH (IRE) (5) (6000) P4-615P BF
B g Westerner - Loadsofability (IRE)
Owner: All Bar None Racing & Paul Drinkwater
Breeder: Mrs Claire Doyle
9 11-6
Jockey: Jack Hogan (5)
Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
BacktowinningwaysonhissecondrunforcurrentconnectionsinclaiminghurdleatLeicesterinFebruary. Disappointing subsequently (over fences last time) but deserves respect at this level.
TIMEFORMVIEW
3 ASTROMAN (GB) (50) (6000) 534404
B g Garswood - Mega (IRE)
Owner: West and Evans & Partner
Breeder: Mystic Meg Limited
6 11-0
Jockey: Miss Natalya Irvine (7)
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Cube3 Construction
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 15 in handicap hurdle over C&D latest but others preferred for win purposes.
4 CAPTAIN JACK (GB) (5) (6000) B32032
B g Mount Nelson - Court Princess
Owner: Derek & Cheryl Holder
Breeder: Derek & Cheryl Holder
10 11-0
Jockey: Toby Wynne (5)
Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
TIMEFORM VIEW Back in form lately, a good second at Stratford last time. Something to find with one or two rivals but he looks a solid option.
5 FIRST CLASS RETURN (IRE) (25) (6000) P0U5-45
B g Let The Lion Roar - Chitty Bang Bang (IRE)
Owner: Olly Murphy Racing Club
Breeder: M. Murray
Jockey: Sean Bowen
10 11-0
Trainer: Olly Murphy Wilmcote
Sponsor: McCoy Contractors
TIMEFORM VIEW Clear-cut winner of back-to-back 3m handicap chases at Southwell in March 2021 but shown little since.
6 ON THE WILD SIDE (IRE) (24) (6000) 10/UP-06 10 11-0
B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Clear Riposte (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Hammond
Owner: M Albon & M P Tudor
Breeder: Mrs Mary Ahearne
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich
Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWOne-timefairlyusefulhurdlerwhohaslosthisway.Stablegoingbetternow,thoughandcheekpiecesaretried, so return to form not completely out of the question.
Star RatingHHHHI BHA 103
7 ROB ROYAL (FR) (18) (6000) 221/-006 11 11-0
Gr g Rob Roy (USA) - Royale Trophy (FR)
Owner: Mr Nick Carter
Breeder: E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges
Jockey: Max Kendrick
Trainer: Jake Coulson, Heaton
Sponsor: Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive a few seasons back but he hasn’t shown much this term Something to prove down in grade.
Star RatingHHIII BHA 95
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: DIS DONC (FR) 9 10 12 Jamie Hamilton 10-1 (Micky Hammond) 4 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 4, 6.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 4, 7.
Stewards Note:
NO REMATCH: Following its run on 1/4/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 No Rematch (IRE), 7-2 Captain Jack (GB), 4-1 Marajman (FR), 11-2 On The Wild Side (IRE), 10-1 Astroman (GB), 12-1 Rob Royal (FR), 20-1 First Class Return (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
MARAJMAN has been better than the result on his last two outings and, returned to hurdling with Brian Hughes booked, he could be the answer to a tricky race. Captain Jack looks a solid alternative and On The Wild Side would be a major player if back in form
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.
Cash Machines are located within the Bramham Hall and Millennium Stand – Level 2.
After 48 years working at Wetherby, Ian Ward is entering the final furlong of his long and distinguished career working at the Racecourse, having announced his intention to retire at this end of this season.
Ian started working on the groundstaff at Wetherby in 1975, under the tutelage of the then Head Groundsman, Cyril Frost, working as part of a team of six men preparing the course for the race meetings, which included the iconic Christmas and Easter race meetings.
At the time of starting his employment, the Racecourse Chairman was Nick Wilmot-Smith and Ian’s first Clerk of the Course was Major John Moon.
In April 1983, Cyril Frost unfortunately passed away, after which Ian was promoted to the position of Head Groundsman (or Course Foreman, as it was at the time) on 1st July 1983, a position that he has held form that day to this, with the current season being his 40th as Head Groundsman.
It was around the time of Ian’s promotion in 1983 that two aditional members of staff joined the Wetherby team. Those two young men were Neal Kidd and Ian Foster, both of whom still work here at Wetherby with Ian and, along with the rest of our grounds team, they work tirelessly, in all weathers, to provide the best ground conditions possible for horses to run on, as well as constantly striving to make improvements to the racecourse itself and the surrounding facilities.
Whilst the team around Ian has been reasonably constant, Ian has seen many changes at Wetherby over the years, such as the replacement of concrete posts and wooden running rails with plasticrail,colourchangesoftheobstaclesfromwhitetoorange(and ironically now back to white again!) The construction of the Weighing Room & Administration building in 1995, the Wetherby Millennium Stand in 1999, the Bramham Hall in 2007 and the Millennium West Stand in 2017 The loss of 2.2 acres of the bottom bend and the subsequent realignment of the home straight in 2005 to accommodate the three lane A1(M) Motorway and the introduction of Flat racing in 2015 are some of the more noteworthy changes that Ian has seen during his time at Wetherby.
During his 48 years at Wetherby, Ian has worked under only two Racecourse Chairman Nick Wilmot-Smith and John Sanderson, and alongside seven Secretary/Racecourse Managers and seven Clerks of the Course, and we are delighted to be able to celebrate Ian’s incredible tenure as Head Groundsman this afternoon.
Whilst Ian is not retiring until the end of the season in July, he has always had a passion for National Hunt Racing and we wanted to mark his wonderful career with a Steeplechase race at one of his beloved Jumps meetings.
On behalf of all past and present colleagues, and everyone else associated with Wetherby Racecourse, we offer our heartfelt congratulations to Ian on what has been a remarkable career and very much hope that he & Pauline both enjoy their retirement when the day comes in July!
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9650
Leading course trainer (17-22): R Menzies (13 wins from 80 runners, 16%) runs SAO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Lee (2 wins from 7 runners, 29%) runs GREENROCK ABBEY
Weightwatcher: OSCARS LEADER won off a handicap mark of 117, his rating is now down 9lb to 108.
Longest Traveller: KANNAPOLIS trained by T Lawes, Beare Green, 233 miles.
RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 115. 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
Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243. (Penalty Value £5096.16) colours no
1 SAO (FR) (12) 4-33653 CD
B or Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Miss Country (FR) Jockey: Nathan Moscrop
Owner: Gary Eves and Partner
Breeder: Mr Philippe Gasdoue
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Not successful since bagging 3 victories in 2020/21 but has been cut plenty of slack by the handicapper and didn’t shape too badly (on return from 4 months off) when third at Kelso recently
2 AND THE NEW (IRE) (34) 3250PP
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Wheredidthemoneygo (IRE) Jockey: Adam Wedge
Owner: Mr Greenfingers Syndicate
Breeder: Ms N. O’Reilly
12 11-12
Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
One-timeuseful2m4fwinninghurdlerwhoprovedplentyofabilityremainswhenhittingframetwiceoverfences for present yard last summer However, struggled more recently and is tough to recommend.
TIMEFORMVIEW
3 GREENROCK ABBEY (IRE) (24) 0-13123
Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Aos Dana (IRE)
Owner: R L Baker & R Lee
Breeder: Mark Slevin
7 11-11
Jockey: Richard Patrick
Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHas taken well to fences this season, winning 2 of his 5 starts. Chance undone by bad mistake at Stratford latest and must enter calculations here.
4 OSCARS LEADER (IRE) (12) 3-3P642
B g Oscar (IRE) - Lead’er Inn (IRE)
Owner: John Marriott
Breeder: Mrs P. and Philip Heaney
10
Jockey: Sean Quinlan
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Sponsor: Torvic Magnets, Pra World Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWDualchasewinner(both16.3f)lastseasonwhoreturnedtoformwhensecondof10inhandicapatBangor (17.4f, soft) 12 days ago Races off same mark here and holds strong claims.
5 KANNAPOLIS (IRE) (30) 4P0055
B g Makfi - Alta Definizione (IRE)
Owner: Henfold Harriers
Breeder: Old Carhue Stud
8 11-4
Jockey: Harry Bannister
Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green
Sponsor: Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Last success came in 3-runner handicap hurdle 12 months ago and yet to fire this season. Likely best watched on switch to chasing.
6 SWORD OF FATE (IRE) (12) 323304
B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE)
Owner: Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr
Breeder: Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler
Jockey: Derek Fox
10 10-13
Trainer: Leonard Kerr, Irvine
TIMEFORM VIEW On a lengthy losing run and no signs of improvement back from a break at Kelso recently
7 FIRST REVOLUTION (IRE) (212) 1-13014
B g Jeremy (USA) - Shaigino (IRE)
Owner: Colin and Kay Taylor
Breeder: John Gallagher
9 10-13
Jockey: Jamie Hamilton
Trainer: Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner at Sedgefield last year but ran badly when last seen at Hexham in September and wouldn’t want too much rain on his return to action.
RatingHHIII BHA 100
8 DA VINCI HAND (IRE) (37) 2P-5555 BF 8 10-12
B g Champs Elysees - Thousandkissesdeep (IRE) Jockey: Craig Nichol
Owner: Mr J. Nixon
Breeder: Mrs D. Camacho
Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley
Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to trouble the judge in 4 starts this season and makes little appeal despite a tumbling mark.
Star RatingHHIII BHA 99
9 ONESOC (IRE) (19) 053313 BF 6 10-11
B g Valirann (FR) - Hollyvillaexpress (IRE) Jockey: Ross Chapman
Owner: Mrs A. Ellis
Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Breeder: Noel Doyle
Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner at Southwell last summer and opened chase account at the fourth time of asking there (15.8f) last month. Not disgraced when third over longer trip at Newcastle since and must be respected. Star RatingHHHII BHA 98
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: ROSE SEA HAS (FR) 7 11 12 Charlie Hammond EVENS (Dr Richard Newland) 5 ran
Hood worn by No 2. Blinkers worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Greenrock Abbey (IRE), Oscars Leader (IRE), 9-2 Onesoc (IRE), 5-1 Sao (FR), 11-1 Da Vinci Hand (IRE), 12-1 First Revolution (IRE), 16-1 And The New (IRE), 25-1 Kannapolis (IRE), 50-1 Sword of Fate (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
OSCARS LEADER is 9lb below his last winning mark and turned in his best effort of the season at Bangor last month. He can land the spoils. Sao and Greenrock Abbey head the list of dangers.
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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.
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.
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193 (Penalty Value £4039.96)
Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (19 wins from 279 runners, 7%) runs GRAND DU NORD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Bailey (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs VOYBURG
Weightwatcher: VOYBURG won off a handicap mark of 96, his rating is now down 5lb to 91.
Longest Traveller: SEPTEMBER DAISY trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 181 miles.
RACE DESCRIPTION This three miles handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 100. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st 2lb so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.
no horse
1 VELASCO (IRE) (45) 5-46P00
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Bilboa (FR) Jockey: Sam Coltherd
Owner: Girsonfield Racing Club
Breeder: Kenilworth House Stud
7 12-0
Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage
TIMEFORMVIEWTwice runner-up forTom Lacey last season but his jumping became an increased issue and that problem has again been on show for this yard Easy to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHIII BHA 100
2 GRAND DU NORD (FR) (20) 23F053
7 11-10
B g Montmartre (FR) - Vanille d’Ainay (FR) Jockey: Conor O’Farrell
Owner: MIDDLEHAM PARK & THE CHELTENHAM TRAIL 7 Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Breeder: Mr Stephane Milaveau
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing, Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWContinues out of sorts, remote third of 4 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (24.4f, good to soft) 20 days ago Others much preferred. Star RatingHHIII BHA 96
3 BRAGANZA BAY (GB) (32) P01001
B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Combe Florey
Owner: Mr Kevin Byram
Breeder: B. G. Hellyer & H. D. J. Daly
6 11-8
Jockey: Richard Patrick
Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow
Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways back in headgear in 11-runner handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (25f) 32 days ago, leading close home. Has struggled for consistency, so he’s not sure to be in the same form. Star RatingHHIII BHA 94
4 FIADH (IRE) (16) 00-0P51 CD
B m Fame And Glory - Lady Charisma
Owner: Mr G. F. White
Breeder: Ms Jill Farrell
Jockey: Sean Quinlan
7 11-5
Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time when landing 9-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D 16 days ago by 4 1/2 lengths from Rumble B. Up 5lb but another bold showing is on the cards with headgear retained.
5 VOYBURG (IRE) (27) 2-PUPP5
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Slevoy Ahoy (IRE)
Owner: The Ten Sages
Breeder: The Joc Racing Team
Jockey: David Bass
Star RatingHHHHH BHA 91
7 11-5
Trainer: Kim Bailey Cheltenham
Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler but he’s been under a cloud this season, well-held fifth at Exeter last time. Hard to warm to
6 DILLARCHIE (GB) (160) 50-2255
B m Sulamani (IRE) - Cute N You Know It
Owner: J Saxby, M Simmons Partnership
Breeder: John & Jonathan Saxby
Star RatingHHIII BHA 91
6 11-4
Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)
Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to strike over hurdles but in good order this term, fifth of 11 in handicap here (21f) in October Ought to be competitive again after her lay-off.
7 JUST JESS (IRE) (21) 03102P
B m Yeats (IRE) - She’s On The Case (IRE)
Owner: Widdop Wanderers
Breeder: Parkville Stud
Star RatingHHHII BHA 90
7 11-4
Jockey: Ross Chapman
Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley
Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Catterick (25f) on NewYear’s Day but pulled up at Hexham three weeks ago Hard to catch right.
Star RatingHHIII BHA 90
8
CHOUNGAYA (FR) (16) 5P-FPPP
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Autorite (FR)
Owner: Mrs J Cooper Mrs J Plummer
Breeder: S. Verrier, D. Retif & V. Retif
10 11-1
Jockey: Aaron Anderson (5)
Trainer: Mike Sowersby, Malton
Sponsor: Mike Sowersby Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW One-time useful chaser but very much on the downgrade these days and he hasn’t shown anything in 6 starts for present yard
9 BABY JANE (IRE) (448) F4/5262-
B m Oscar (IRE) - Young Lady (IRE)
Owner: Miss G. Boanas
Breeder: Mr Peter Magnier & Ms Margaret Mullins
8 10-8
Jockey: Brian Hughes
Trainer: Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenhurdlerandofffor14monthssincepostingagoodsecondinhandicaphurdleatCatterick(25.3f). Needs to hit the ground running.
10
DOORS BREAKER (FR) (31) 3F001P
B g American Post - Polyandry (IRE)
Owner: SendEmOn
Breeder: Mr J.Olivart, Mr R.Venn & Mrs S.Le Gall
6 10-7
Jockey: Thomas Dowson
Trainer: Tjade Collier Wilsden
Sponsor: Airdale Chemicals Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Doncaster in February but pulled up in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f) 31 days ago. Needs
11 RUMBLE B (IRE) (16) P-43532
B g Presenting - John’s Eliza (IRE)
Owner: Mr Justin Landy
Breeder: Mr Emlyn Patterson
Jockey: John Kington
9 10-7
Trainer: Justin Landy, Leyburn
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden after 26 runs but he’s going through a good spell at present, second to Fiadh over C&D last time. He should continue in form.
12 JOANNA I’M FINE (IRE) (38) 06-3031 D
Ch m Famous Name - Toye Native (IRE)
Owner: Mr Graham Truscott
Breeder: Mr Ian Lindsay
6 10-7
Jockey: Peter Kavanagh (5)
Trainer: Jackie Stephen, Melrose
Sponsor: Rapid Project Developments Ltd.
TIMEFORMVIEWGotoffthemarkin12-runnerhandicaphurdleatAyr(24.3f,goodtosoft)38daysago Up5lbbutformhas been franked so she ought to be in the shake-up
13 STORM FORCE ONE (GB) (16) 02PF03
7 10-3
B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Force In The Wings (IRE) Jockey: Danny McMenamin
Owner: Hedley, Little & Tomkins
Breeder: T. M. Hayes
Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton
Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless after 23 starts but she posted a creditable third of 9 to Fiadh in handicap hurdle at this C&D 16 days ago Shortlisted.
14 SEPTEMBER DAISY (GB) (38) 04-6350 BF
B m September Storm (GER) - Alleged To Rhyme (IRE)Jockey: Bruce Lynn (3)
Owner: P and F Racing
Breeder: Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher
Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced first 2 starts for her new yard this term but well below par both outings since, though she was kicked at the start at Ayr last time. Needs to bounce back
15 SONGBIRD’S TALE (GB) (100) 13-5650
8 10-2
B m Sulamani (IRE) - She Likes To Boogy (IRE) Jockey: Conor Rabbitt (7)
Owner: Mrs P. A. Cowey
Breeder: Mrs P. A. Cowey
Trainer: Paul Collins, Saltburn-By-The-Sea
TIMEFORM VIEW Came in a below form tenth of 19 in handicap hurdle (66/1) at this C&D (soft) 100 days ago Others make more appeal.
16
CLASSIC LADY (IRE) (31) 232//-000 D
Star RatingHHIII BHA 72
8 10-2
Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Another Gaye (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Hamilton
Owner: Allott & Wordingham
Breeder: Another Gaye Syndicate
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Cube3 Construction
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden, only eighth of 9 in 2m novice hurdle here 31 days ago Significantly up in trip and tongue strap goes on for her handicap debut.
17
HALFWAY HOUSE LAD (GB) (37) U500
B g Recharge (IRE) - Pezula
Owner: Halfway House Syndicate
Breeder: Mrs J. Weston
Star RatingHHHII BHA 66
4 10-2
Jockey: Stephen Mulqueen
Trainer: Maurice Barnes, Brampton
TIMEFORMVIEWYet to show any ability, last of 9 in 2m novice hurdle at Catterick 37 days ago Significantly up in trip for his handicap bow with lots to prove
Star RatingHHIII BHA 71
DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2022: THE QUESTIONER (IRE) 6 10 9 Craig Nichol 13-8 (Oliver Greenall) 8 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 16
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 6, 10, 17 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5, 13
Stewards Note:
DOORS BREAKER: Following its run on 6/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
SEPTEMBER DAISY: Following its run on 27/2/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat.
Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Fiadh (IRE), Joanna I’m Fine (IRE), 15-2 Rumble B (IRE), 10-1 Braganza Bay (GB), 11-1 Baby Jane (IRE), 12-1 Storm Force One (GB), 14-1 Doors Breaker (FR), September Daisy (GB), 18-1 Voyburg (IRE), Just Jess (IRE), 20-1 Velasco (IRE), Dillarchie (GB), 25-1 Grand du Nord (FR), 80-1 Classic Lady (IRE), 150-1 Songbird’s Tale (GB), 300-1 Choungaya (FR), Halfway House Lad (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Plenty with chances but FIADH proved revitalised by the fitting of cheekpieces when going in over C&D and still looks handily weighted despite taking a 5lb rise with the headgear crucially on again here. Joanna I’m Fine is feared most on the back of her recent breakthrough Ayr success, with in-form pair Rumble B and Dillarchie completing the shortlist.
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.
Items of food & drink are not permitted to be brought into either the Paddock or Premier Racecourse Enclosures. In accordance with our terms and conditions of entry, such items may be confiscated if found by stewards during a routine security bag search. Racegoers may take food and drink for personal consumption into the Course Enclosure.
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243. (Penalty Value £5096.16)
Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (19 wins from 279 runners, 7%) runs
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs
GRANGE RANGER & LARRY LOOBY
ROWDY RUSTLER
Longest Traveller: HOTEL DU NORD trained by K Burke, Whitcombe, 273 miles.
RACE DESCRIPTION The sixth race this afternoon is a three miles steeple chase for five-year-old and upwards which have been officially rated 0-115. As is all handicaps on this afternoon’s card the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 100 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95
colours no horse form age st-lb
1 TANGO BOY (IRE) (52) 642-101 CD
Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Hello Kitty (IRE)
Owner: Tony Bloom
Breeder: Mr W. T. Murphy
10 12-1
Jockey: Danny McMenamin
Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORMVIEWOpenedhisaccountoverjumpswhentakingC&Dhandicap(goodtosoft)inOctoberandbouncedbackquicklyfromatamerunhereinDecember whenwinningamatchraceatCatterickinFebruary.Seemsabitinandoutbuthe’sverycapableoffthismarkifinthemood.
2 SILVER IN DISGUISE (GB) (31) 3-4002P D
Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Silver Spinner
Owner: Mr J Durston & Mr N Harris
Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch
StarRatingHHHHI BHA116
9 11-12
Jockey: Charlie Price (3)
Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Sponsor: Tote, Dragonbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a marathon handicap at Chepstow last spring. Best effort this season when runner-up back at Chepstow in February but ran poorly over 31f here last month.
3 NOT SURE (IRE) (19) 444131
Br g Presenting - Pink Mist (IRE)
Owner: Mr Will Roseff
Breeder: R. Tanner
7 11-9
Jockey: Richard Patrick
Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement when off the mark in this sphere in first-time blinkers at Hereford (21f) in January and landed chase win number 2 at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, soft) 19 days ago. 3lb rise looks fair. Respected.
4 GENTLEMAN DE MAI (FR) (51) 2/1-5362 BF
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Ula de Mai (FR)
Owner: Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson
Jockey: Craig Nichol
7 11-9
Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick
Breeder: Nicolas Touzaint & Jean-Yves Touzaint Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFairhurdlewinner whomade agood starttohischase careerwithcheekpieces added(retained) whensecondover 3mat Ayr in February. Thatformboostedbythewinner,third,fourthandfifthallwinningnexttime.Majorplayerwithimprovementoncards. StarRatingHHHHH BHA110
5 GRANGE RANGER (IRE) (19) PF-150P CD
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Grangeclare Flight (IRE)
Owner: Oakwood Rainbow
Breeder: Brian Kiely
11 11-9
Jockey: Conor O’Farrell
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Sprang a 28/1 surprise when striking on C&D reappearance but has rather predictably failed to back that up in 3 subsequent starts. Has first-time cheekpieces combined with a refitted tongue strap Others preferred. Star RatingHHIII BHA 110
6 ANGLERS CRAG (GB) (18) 1P-3F33 D 8 11-8
Bl g Multiplex - Overyou
Owner: Mr Derrick Mossop
Breeder: D. Mossop
Jockey: Jack Tudor
Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington
Sponsor: Jacksons Timber Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhomadeasuccessfulstartforthisyardinLeicesternovicehurdlelastwinter Hasn’tkickedonfromthatsincebutlatest handicapchasethirdatChepstowwascreditable.Hasfirst-timecheekpiecesaddedtohisregulartonguetienow. Star RatingHHHII BHA109
7 ROWDY RUSTLER (IRE) (38) 261-23P D 8 11-8
B g Getaway (GER) - Posh Posy (IRE)
Owner: Mr John R. Adam
Breeder: Rosemary Rooney
Jockey: Derek Fox
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Newcastle maiden hurdle winner last season. Promising second on his chase debut/reappearance there in November DisappointingatAyronhis2outingssincebutstillearlydaysandhisyard’sexcellentforminrecentweeksprovideshope. Star RatingHHHII BHA109
HOTEL DU NORD (FR) (10) 4223-P1 D 10 11-8 (in 7lb ex)
B g Voix du Nord (FR) - Iu Mi Nao (IRE)
Owner: Mr Christopher John Sprake
Breeder: Mr Alain Aupetit
Jockey: Mr Charlie Sprake (7)
Trainer: Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner who made it 13th time lucky under Rules when landing a 25f Warwick veterans’ chase 10 days ago on his first outing for Keiran Burke Will be very competitive under a 7lb penalty if showing up here in similar form Star RatingHHHHI BHA 102 (+7)
9 COSMIC OUTLAW (IRE) (69) 345-14P D
B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Golden Moro (IRE)
Owner: The Friday Lions and Ronnie Jacobs
Breeder: Maurice Lane
7 11-7
Jockey: Dylan Johnston (7)
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. Gentleman de Mai looks the stable firrst string. Star RatingHHIII BHA 108
10 MAD ABOUT SALLY (IRE) (20) 061P13
B or Br m Califet (FR) - Lou’s Coole Girl (IRE)
Owner: Oliver Signy Racing Club
Breeder: Louis G. Vambeck
8 11-6
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan
Trainer: Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Sponsor: Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORMVIEWHerefordhandicaphurdlewinnerinDecemberandbouncedbackfromapoorrunatFfosLastomakeawinningstartoverfences atFontwell(21.5f,good)inFebruary.Matchedthatwhenthirdover3matFakenhamfromhisrevisedmarksince. Star RatingHHHII BHA107
11
POST CHAISE (IRE) (20) 3211P5 D
Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Trazona Kit (IRE)
Owner: Mr Graham Cardwell
Breeder: Mr Richard O’Connor
Jockey: Henry Brooke
6 11-2
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Sponsor: Swansway
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a very good start to his chase career when winning at Hereford and Huntingdon in January. Latest Doncaster fifth would suggest the handicapper has him about right so he’ll need to pull out more for first-time
12 CRIXUS’S ESCAPE (IRE) (19) P2-0PP5 D
Ch g Beneficial - Tierneys Choice (IRE) Jockey: Sean Quinlan
Owner: Rug, Grub & Pub Partnership
Breeder: Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway
10 11-2
Trainer: Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice off significantly higher marks last term, but he’s hard to warm to based on what he’s shown in 4 starts so far this season. Goes back up in trip now.
13 MACAVITY (GB) (20) 103205 D
5 11-1
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Brom Felinity (AUS) Jockey: Charlie Hammond
Owner: Sigsworth Partners
Breeder: Mr S. Chappell
Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Sponsor: West Moor Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWWonlast2of3startsinpointsandlandedanAintreebumperlastMay.Alsoplacedinnovicehurdleshereand at Newcastle before Christmas but well comfortably held in a handicap hurdle/chase since.
14 LARRY LOOBY (IRE) (147) 111616 D 10
B g Golden Lariat (USA) - Panglao Island (IRE) Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)
Owner: MR & MRS D LEES MR J KAYE & MR D POLLITT Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Breeder: T. G. Mooney
Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFivewins(allunderEmmaSmith-Chaston)inaveryproductivefirsthalfofthesesaon.Freshenedupsince a respectable sixth at Newcastle in November Chance he’ll need this first run back
15 EVENT OF SIVOLA (FR) (21) U10553 D
Ch g Noroit (GER) - Surprise de Sivola (FR)
Owner: CW Racing Club & URSA Major Racing
Breeder: Mr Gilles Trapenard
9 10-8
Jockey: Jamie Hamilton
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing, Elstone Engineering
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 4m at Hexham in November Best run since when third there (4m again) last month. First-time blinkers replace a visor now. Each-way claims.
16 KAPHUMOR (FR) (9) 2U-43P4 D
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Money Humor (IRE)
Owner: Mrs S. Smith
Breeder: B. Bossert, R. Lustig & J. Bossert
Star RatingHHHII BHA 95
7 10-8
Jockey: Ross Chapman
Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley
Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWinless since 2021 and produced another laboured effort when a distant last of 4 finishers at Hexham last week. Now refitted with the cheekpieces he wore when third over C&D in January but he’s still tough to make a case for.
17 BALLYNAGRAN (IRE) (19) 6-031P4 CD
Br g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancyfacia (IRE)
Owner: The Yorkshire Racing Partnership
Breeder: Tony Lawlor
Star RatingHHIII BHA 95 (-3)
8 10-2
Jockey: Patrick Wadge (5)
Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley
Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWBackedatlongodds,despitebeing15lboutofthehandicap,andshowedmuchimprovedformwhenoffthemarkinaC&Dhandicapin January.Notinanythinglikethesameformtwicesincesohishopesarepinnedonareturntothisvenuesparkingarevival. StarRatingHHIII BHA86
DECLARED RUNNERS 17
Blinkers worn first time by No 15
2022: SIGURD (GER) 10 10 3 Brian Hughes 7-1 (Joanne Foster) 9 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5, 6, 11.
Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 5, 6, 7, 12, 17
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 4, 12, 16
Stewards Note:
SILVER IN DISGUISE: Following its run on 6/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was pulled up
ROWDY RUSTLER: Following its run on 27/2/2023 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.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Not Sure (IRE), 6-1 Gentleman de Mai (FR), 8-1 Hotel du Nord (FR), 9-1 Tango Boy (IRE), 11-1 Mad About Sally (IRE), 14-1 Anglers Crag (GB), 16-1 Rowdy Rustler (IRE), Event of Sivola (FR), 18-1 Post Chaise (IRE), 22-1 Silver In Disguise (GB), 28-1 Kaphumor (FR), 33-1 Crixus’s Escape (IRE), 40-1 Cosmic Outlaw (IRE), Macavity (GB), Larry Looby (IRE), Ballynagran (IRE), 50-1 Grange Ranger (IRE)
The form of GENTLEMAN DE MAI’s Ayr chase debut second has been boosted a few times since so he’s taken to go one better with improvement on cards. Last-time-out scorers Not Sure, Hotel du Nord and Tango Boy head the many dangers. It would also be no surprise to see Rowdy Rustler bounce back to form with the Lucinda Russell stable going so well.
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for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999
Owners Prize Money Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 182 runners, 27%) runs VIVA VALENTINA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs BOOSTER BOB
Longest Traveller: SUPPORT ACT trained by T Lawes, Beare Green, 233 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 and will be run over two miles.
1 BOOSTER BOB (IRE) (64) 1 D
B g Malinas (GER) - Ceka Dawn (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley
Breeder: P. Kennedy
Jockey: Sean Bowen
5 11-9
Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles. Made a promising start when winning 11-runner bumper at Ayr (16f, soft) at the start of February, drawing clear over 1f out and reduced advantage again only late on. Possibilities under a penalty. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -
2 BALLYWHATSIT (IRE) (8) r
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Silver Charmer
Owner: Drew & Ailsa Russell
Breeder: Boardsmill Stud
Jockey: Sean Quinlan
5 11-2
Trainer: Ruth Jefferson, Malton
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW €65,000 3-y-o, Kalanisi gelding. Reminders and behind when ran out under a circuit out on debut at Market Rasen (16.5f) 8 days ago Best watched on the back of that. Star RatingHHIII BHA -
3 IL VA DE SOI (FR) (55) 33-2 BF
Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Vara des Champs (FR)
Owner: The Merry Makers
Breeder: Mr Denis Fontaine et al
Jockey: Paul O’Brien
5 11-2
Trainer: Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn
Sponsor: All Sport Insurance Services Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced both starts in Irish points (latest April 2022) and promise on Rules/bumper debut when second in 8-runner event at Kempton (2m) in February, running green straight but keeping on well final 1f.Type to do better. Star RatingHHHHI BHA-
4 MAGICAL ARTHUR (IRE) (97) 0
B g Yeats (IRE) - Miss Cilla (IRE)
Owner: Harbour Rose Partnership
Breeder: E. O’Gorman
5 11-2
Jockey: Joe Williamson (5)
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWCloselyrelatedtofairlyusefulhurdlerFinAndGame,stays19f,andbumperwinnerNell’sBells.28/1,didn’toffermuchinwayofshort-term promisewhenlastof9inaHaydockbumper(15.6f,soft)inDecember
Thisshouldrevealmoreonbackofawindop
5 SUPPORT ACT (IRE) (40) 22
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Carrigbuck (IRE)
Owner: The M Team
Breeder: Richard Walsh
StarRatingHHIII BHA-
5 11-2
Jockey: Harry Bannister
Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green
Sponsor: Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW€23,000 3-y-o. Runner-up sole startin Irish points (Apr 2022) and displayed plenty of ability on Rules debut ina Kempton bumper (2m)6weeksago,rallyingtogosecondlateon.Definiteclaimsofgoingoneplacebetterhereonthatevidence.
6 TELEMETRY (GB) (-)
B g Telescope (IRE) - Emma Lee
Owner: Philip and Nicola Tyler
Breeder: Mr & Mrs P. D. Tyler
Star RatingHHHHH BHA-
5 11-2
Jockey: Thomas Dowson
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWTelescopegelding.CloselyrelatedtomodesthurdlerZwicky Damrantwiceinbumpers,outoffair21/2m hurdle winner Marsh Run. Likely best watched on debut.
7 VIVA VALENTINA (IRE) (-)
B or Br m Masked Marvel - Sainte Russy (FR)
Owner: Mr Stephen Bough
Star RatingHHIII BHA -
5 10-9
Jockey: Harry Skelton
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORMVIEW
€82,0003-y-o.SistertofairlyusefulFrenchhurdler/chaserArbarok,andhalf-sisterto2winners,includingfairlyusefulFrench chaser Sainte Sophie.Yard no stranger to success with their bumper runners and she’s very much one to note. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -
8 MOLLY’S THIRD MAN (GB) (-)
Ch g Jack Hobbs - Molly’s A Diva
Owner: Mr J. Perriss
Breeder: J. F. Perriss
4 10-8
Jockey: Richard Patrick
Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow
Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler I Spy A Diva, stays 3 1/4m. Dam bumper/2m-3m hurdle winner, also winner on Flat. Another worth a check in the betting on debut for clues. Star RatingHHHII BHA -
9 STONEGATE (GB) (-)
B g Proconsul - Bonnie Burnett (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Greta Sparks & Mr Andrew Sparks
Breeder: Mrs Greta Sparks
4 10-8
Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)
Trainer: Brian Rothwell, Malton
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Proconsul gelding. Closely related to 2m winnerYasmin FromYork Dam 2m hurdle winner Star RatingHIIII BHA -
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.
2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Support Act (IRE), 7-2 Booster Bob (IRE), 4-1 Il Va de Soi (FR), 9-2 Viva Valentina (IRE), 11-1 Molly’s Third Man (GB), 18-1 Ballywhatsit (IRE), 33-1 Telemetry (GB), 40-1 Magical Arthur (IRE), 66-1 Stonegate (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
An interesting bumper with the narrow vote in favour of SUPPORT ACT. He shaped with plenty of promise when runner-up on Rules debut at Kempton 6 weeks ago and with progress anticipated, he can go one place better Booster Bob, who opened his account at the first attempt at Ayr, is feared along with Il Va de Soi, whilst Dan Skelton’s newcomer Molly’s Third Man demands a market check for clues.
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for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999
Owners Prize Money Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 182 runners, 27%) runs COCO MADEMOISELLE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs COCO MADEMOISELLE Longest Traveller: BOLDOG trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
RACE DESCRIPTION This is the second division of Race seven. Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for. To avoid horses being denied a run, which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority allows the race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions.
1 BOLDOG (FR) (17) 55
Gr g Authorized (IRE) - Belga Wood (USA)
Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede
Breeder: Dr Georges Sandor
Jockey: Daryl Jacob
5 11-2
Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Still in need of experience but left debut effort well behind fitted with a tongue strap when fifth in Navan bumper (16f, heavy, 40/1) 17 days ago Fancied to take another step forward.
2 GOT YOUR BACK (IRE) (46) 2
B g Milan - Back Me Up (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Lynne Maclennan
Breeder: Mrs Noeleen Roche
Star RatingHHHHI BHA -
5 11-2
Jockey: Luca Morgan
Trainer: Michael Scudamore, Bromsash
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW€33,0003-y-o,Milangelding.CloselyrelatedtofairchaserIt’sOnlyANumber Runner-upsolestartinIrish points (Feb 19) so he’s one to take seriously on Rules debut.
3 PADDY O’MAHLER (IRE) (61) 3
B g Mahler - Miss Massini (IRE)
Owner: McGoldrick Racing
Breeder: Elizabeth Gavin
Star RatingHHHII BHA -
5 11-2
Jockey: Ross Chapman
Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley
Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Mahler gelding who produced a promising debut effort when third over C&D (good to soft) a couple of months ago. He’s bred to stay well and could well build on that initial outing.
4 SPECIAL RATE (IRE) (230) 35-40
B g Valirann (FR) - Estuary Princess (IRE)
Owner: Miss R. Holmes
Breeder: Francis Flynn
Star RatingHHHII BHA -
6 11-2
Jockey: Thomas Dowson
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
TIMEFORM VIEW Just mid-field in pair of bumpers for Mary E Doyle over the Irish Sea last summer so will need to show more on first start for his new stable. Tongue tie fitted.
5 TOPCLIFFE BOY (GB) (19) 0
Ch g Eagle Top - Littlemiss
Owner: Mr James Binks
Breeder: James and Kathleen Binks
Star RatingHHIII BHA -
5 11-2
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Eagle Top gelding who attracted some support but offered little when finishing down the field in a Newcastle bumper (16.2f, heavy) last month. Easy to look elsewhere.
6 AIR OF APPROVAL (IRE) (19) 5
Gr m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Rhiannon (IRE)
Owner: Mr G King
Breeder: Dc Investments Ltd
Star RatingHIIII BHA -
5 10-9
Jockey: Conor O’Farrell
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Mastercraftsman mare who achieved little first time up when mid-field in a Newcastle bumper (16.2f, heavy) last month. Will need to leave that effort well behind.
Star RatingHHIII BHA -
7 COCO MADEMOISELLE (IRE) (88) 61 5 10-9
B or Br m Doyen (IRE) - Towermore Lass (IRE)
Owner: Mr Garry Wilson
Jockey: Harry Skelton
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: Mrs L. Mohammed Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORM VIEW €12,000 3-y-o, £100,000 5-y-o, Doyen mare. Dam placed in points. Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (Jan 8) so she’s an interesting Rules newcomer for yard with a fine record at this track. Star RatingHHHHH BHA -
8
LIGHT SENTENCE (IRE) (17) 32 4 10-8
B g Lawman (FR) - Luminata (IRE)
Owner: The Waterberry Partnership
Breeder: Dubois Holdings Ltd
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan
Trainer: Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Sponsor: Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORMVIEWFlat-bredgeldingwhoshapedwellwhenplacedinacoupleofTauntonbumpers(16.5f)lastmonth,leftwithplentyofground to make up when finishing runner-up last time. Should go close with an experience edge over most his rivals. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -
9 TINEGGIORI (FR) (-) 4 10-8
Gr g Bated Breath - Validora (FR)
Owner: 8 Amigos, Readers&Wiggy, Grey Horse Syn
Jockey: Jamie Hamilton
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: Succession Mme La Marquise de Moratalla Sponsor: Cube3 Construction
TIMEFORM VIEW Bated Breath gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Pakora Check betting.
Star RatingHHHII BHA -
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1, 4. Hood worn by No 1.
Stewards Note:
TOPCLIFFE BOY: Following its run on 18/3/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Coco Mademoiselle (IRE), 11-2 Boldog (FR), 6-1 Light Sentence (IRE), 15-2 Paddy O’Mahler (IRE), 8-1 Got Your Back (IRE), 14-1 Special Rate (IRE), 16-1 Tineggiori (FR), 20-1 Air of Approval (IRE), 40-1 Topcliffe Boy (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
COCO MADEMOISELLE got off the mark on her second outing in Irish points earlier in the year so, representing a yard that boast a fine record at this track, she’s fancied to make a winning start under Rules in a contest that may not take much winning. Light Sentence was placed on both outings at Taunton last month, so he’s put forward as the main threat, ahead of Irish-raider Boldog.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COCO MADEMOISELLE (IRE) 2.LIGHT SENTENCE (IRE) 3.BOLDOG (FR)
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First Race 2.00 - THE WATCH IRISH RACING ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4568 to the winning horse
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Second Race 2.35 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 31st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 16 entries at £40 - Closed March 31st, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
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Third Race 3.10 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502 for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 31st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 14lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £4000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £6000 WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner, and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post-race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 11 entries at £40 - Closed March 31st, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.45 - THE IAN WARD IS “JUMPING THE LAST” HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5096 to the winning horse The second to receive £2344, the third £1172, the fourth £586 and the fifth £292 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher or £9 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 4th. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Wetherby Racecourse & Conference Centre will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 15 entries at £45 - Closed March 31st, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243. (Penalty Value £5096.16)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE 100% RACINGTV PROFITS BACK TO RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4039 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1858, the third £929, the fourth £465 and the fifth £231. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 31st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 4th. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento the winning owner of this race. 21 entries at £35 - Closed March 31st, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193 (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.55 - THE racingtv.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5096 to the winning horse The second to receive £2344, the third £1172, the fourth £586 and the fifth £292 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 4th. Penalties, after March 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the Winning Owner of this race. 24 entries at £45 - Closed March 31st, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3898; Second £1948; Third £975; Fourth £487; Fifth £243. (Penalty Value £5096.16)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.25 - THE wetherbyracing.co.uk OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2639 to the winning horse The second to receive £1214, the third £607, the fourth £303 and the fifth £151 for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 31st and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 16 entries at £24. - Closed March 31st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 5.55 - THE wetherbyracing.co.uk OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2639 to the winning horse The second to receive £1214, the third £607 the fourth £303 and the fifth £151 for four five and six yrs old only which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 31st and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb
Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 16 entries at £24. - Closed March 31st, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
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
Tuesday 13th June - Evening Flat Racing
Party in the Paddock Ladies' Evening & Season Finale
Wednesday 18th October - The Opening Meeting
2023/24 Jump season Opening Meeting supporting Spinal Research
Friday 3rd November - The bet365 Meeting
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
Tuesday 26th December - The William Hill Yorkshire Christmas Meeting
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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