Wetherby Racecard - Wednesday 18th October

2023 Wednesday 18th October The Opening Meeting supporting

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WELCOME TO A NEW RACING SEASON AT WETHERBY A warm Yorkshire welcome from everyone here at Wetherby Racecourse on the opening day of our 2023/24 season!

We have 18 days of hopefully competitive and exciting racing to come comprising fifteen days of top class Jumping and concluding with three Flat race meetings with our final race day being Tuesday 11th June 2024.

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The continued support of all our sponsors is absolutely invaluable and as important as it has ever been with British Racing facing some potentially serious headwinds as we all still await the outcome of government’s review of the Gambling Act. In addition, the British Horseracing Authority has introduced a range of alterations to the 2024 Fixture List in an attempt to enhance racing as a spectator sport and to widen its general popularity. This is intended to be a two-year experiment but although it may benefit some racecourses it will undoubtedly damage others so it remains to be seen whether there will be any overall improvement.

In the meantime, it’s business as usual and the Wetherby management team together with the racecourse grounds staff have all been hard at work since our last race meeting in June carrying out improvements and preparing the whole racecourse for today when we stage our first race meeting of the new 2023/2024 season and continue the now well-established tradition of supporting Spinal Research.

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TODAY’S RACING 1ST RACE 1.53 The Alfred Brown Worsted Mills Ltd Novices’ Hurdle

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2ND RACE 2.25 The Flipit Sell Your Car Better Handicap Steeple Chase

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CONTENTS

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5TH RACE 4.08 The bet365 Charlie Hall Meeting 3rd - 4th November Handicap Hurdle

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6TH RACE 4.40 The Visit racingtv.com Handicap Hurdle

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7TH RACE 5.15 The Watch Racing TV In HD Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase

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DANIELLE MASKILL

4TH RACE 3.33 The Bobby Renton Handicap Steeple Chase

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3RD RACE 18 2.58 The Mary Lofthouse Supporting Spinal Research Juvenile Hurdle

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HOW TO READ THE RACECARD Sex of Horse Horse’s Saddlecloth Number

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BRAVEMANSGAME (FR) (204) 2/11114- D

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B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Genifique (FR) Owner: John Dance and Bryan Drew Breeder: Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel

11-0

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Sponsor: Morson Group, Vertem Asset Management

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedanaturallastseasonwhengoing4-4inNewburynovices’handicapinFebruarybuthecameinawell-held last to Ahoy Senor at Aintree on his final run. Remains with lots of potential. Very much in the mix. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 161

Colour of Horse

Form Comments

Jockey

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

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

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

Form Guide The figures in red display the horse’s previous form, with the number denoting finishing position. The number on the right shows the runners most recent result, with abbreviations used also. A layoff from racing is shown with either - or /.

CD - Course and distance winner; BF - Beaten favourite; F - Fell; B - Brought down; P - Pulled up; R - Refused; S - Slipped up; U - Unseated rider; R - Ran out.

The form guide is provided to help you pick which horse will carry your money in the race. Read the Timeform comment carefully and try to weigh up the horse’s previous runs against the conditions of the race.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

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BATH Race 1 2.20 1m 2f 37y 1 Mister Daydream (IRE) 9-8 2 Battle of Omdurman (GB) 9-4 3 Burlington House (FR) 9-4 4 Calvert (GB) 9-4 5 Freds Mate (IRE) 9-4 6 You And Whose Army (IRE) 9-2 Race 2 2.52 5f 160y 1 Sarah’s Verse (GB) 9-13 2 Concierge (IRE) 9-12 3 Connie’s Rose (GB) 9-11 4 Vinaka (IRE) 9-11 5 Ultramarine (IRE) 9-10 6 Apache Star (IRE) 9-9 7 Hey Mr (GB) 9-8 8 Harry With Style (GB) 9-7 9 Conquest of Power (GB) 9-7 10 Autumn Angel (IRE) 9-7 11 Symbol of Hope (GB) 9-6 12 Fair And Square (GB) 9-4 13 Kitbag (GB) 9-3 14 Giddy Aunt (GB) 8-9 15 Kwiz (IRE) 8-6 Race 3 3.27 1 Blue Storm (GB) 2 Clyde Bay (GB) 3 Dashing Harry (GB) 4 Jungle Jim (IRE) 5 Badosa (IRE) 6 Caradonna (GB) 7 Rawaasi (IRE) 8 Talking Rubbish (GB)

5f 10y 9-11 9-4 9-4 9-4 8-13 8-13 8-13 8-13

Race 4 4.00 1m 6f 1 Lady Percival (GB) 9-6 2 Mimikyu (GB) 9-6 3 One Evening (GB) 9-6 4 Pachmena (IRE) 9-6 5 Vera Verto (IRE) 9-6 6 Climate Friendly (GB) 8-13 7 Eloped (FR) 8-13 8 Mistressofillusion (IRE) 8-13 9 Perfect Prophet (GB) 8-13 10 Queen Emma (GB) 8-13 Race 5 4.35 1 Spartan Army (IRE) 2 Merveillo (GB) 3 Percy Jones (GB) 4 Campaign Trail (IRE) 5 Flower of Dubai (GB) 6 Tajanis (IRE) 7 Order of Malta (GB) 8 Regency Boy (GB)

1m 6f 10-3 9-8 9-8 9-7 9-7 9-5 8-13 8-5

Race 6 5.10 1 Big Bear Hug (GB) 2 Love Whisper (IRE) 3 Rose Bolt (IRE) 4 Sea of Elegance (IRE) 5 Many Rivers (IRE) 6 Albus Anne (GB) 7 Motasaleeta (GB) 8 Medina Gold (FR) 9 Tilt At Windmills (IRE)

1m 9-12 9-11 9-9 9-8 9-4 9-2 9-0 9-0 8-7

Race 7 5.45 2m 1f 24y 1 Killaloan (IRE) 10-3 2 Grandmaster Flash (IRE) 10-2 3 Fred Bear (IRE) 10-1 4 Tin Fandango (GB) 9-12 5 Zillion (IRE) 9-11 6 Easter Icon (GB) 9-10 7 Tigerten (GB) 9-7 8 Port Or Starboard (IRE) 9-7 9 Spiced Rum (GB) 9-3 10 Sugar Candie (GB) 8-11 11 Hammy End (IRE) 8-11 12 Analytics (IRE) 8-11

NOTTINGHAM Race 1 2.05 1m 75y 1 Believitanducan (IRE) 9-7 2 Contacto (GB) 9-7 3 Godsend (GB) 9-7 4 Mount Dukono (FR) 9-7 5 Tokyo Bay (IRE) 9-7 6 Valvano (IRE) 9-7 Race 2 2.35 1m 75y 1 Barafundle Bay (GB) 9-2 2 Beeley (GB) 9-2 3 Frightening (GB) 9-2 4 Lisbon Heat (GB) 9-2 5 Queen’s Request (IRE) 9-2 6 Simple Endeavour (GB) 9-2 7 Time Loop (IRE) 9-2 8 Treasure (GB) 9-2 9 Waldora (FR) 9-2 Race 3 3.10 1m 75y 1 Between Me And U (GB) 9-11 2 Buttercross Flyer (IRE) 9-9 3 May (GB) 9-6 4 Tipsy Tiger (GB) 9-6 5 Bella Wella (GB) 9-6 6 Roman Secret (IRE) 9-5 7 Makuri (IRE) N/R 8 Amayretto (GB) 9-0 9 Silver Shamrock (IRE) 8-13 10 This Years Love (GB) 8-10

Race 4 3.45 1m 2f 50y 1 Adrian (GER) 10-2 2 Mr Alan (GB) 9-13 3 Dubai Souq (IRE) 9-9 4 Regheeb (IRE) 9-8 5 Vellner (IRE) 9-7 6 Belhaven (IRE) 9-5 7 Shahbaz (IRE) 9-0 8 Golden Move (GB) 8-11 Race 5 4.15 1 Good Point (GB) 2 Band of Joy (GB) 3 Je Ne Sais Quoi (IRE) 4 Media Shooter (GB) 5 Another Gift (GB) 6 Ninety Nine (IRE)

5f 8y 9-9 9-9 9-5 9-4 9-3 8-13

Race 6 4.50 5f 8y 1 Desperate Hero (GB) 9-9 2 Hiya Maite (GB) 9-8 3 Nomadic Empire (IRE) 9-6 4 Safari Dream (IRE) 9-3 5 Fantasy Master (GB) 9-2 6 Ey Up It’s Maggie (GB) 9-2 7 Angle Land (GB) 9-0

Race 7 5.25 5f 8y 1 Object (GB) 10-10 2 Willingly (GB) 10-10 3 Papabella (GB) 10-7 4 Rhubarb (GB) 10-4 5 Alfred Cove (GB) 10-3 6 Monsieur Fantaisie (IRE) 10-1 7 Tommytwohoots (GB) 9-9 8 Ellie Piper (GB) 9-9

THE BUZZ

by Wetherbee

RACE ONE

MY CHIQUITA made a smooth transition from the level to obstacles when running out a comfortable winner at Sedgefield earlier in the month. That experience is unlikely to be lost on her and she can put it to good use against some interesting debutants in this sphere. Bob Bob Ricard shaped with promise on all three bumper outings and is expected to benefit from stepping up in trip, while similar comments apply to Globe Player following his second at Warwick.

WIN: MY CHIQUITA

DANGER: Bob Bob Ricard

RACE TWO

UKANTANGO proved to be fairly useful over hurdles and the switch to the larger obstacles may yield further improvement from Olly Murphy’s charge. The six-year-old, who was runner-up in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham last November, appeared to find conditions tougher than ideal when down the field at Aintree in the spring, and it would be no surprise to see him bounce back on a much sounder surface.

Garde Des Champs, who arrives following wind surgery, and Geromino appeal most of the remainder.

WIN: UKANTANGO

DANGER: Garde Des Champs

RACE THREE

I STILL HAVE FAITH has progressed nicely on the Flat throughout 2023, winning on four occasions, including the Leger Legends contest at Doncaster, and is expected to be well schooled ahead of his debut over timber.

Book Of Tales scored on his hurdling bow at Fontwell and is expected to be in the mix with that experience under his belt. Weigh Anchor is capable of stepping forward from her fourth at Sedgefield, while any market support for Bingley Crocker would make him of interest.

WIN: I STILL HAVE FAITH

DANGER: Book Of Tales

RACE FOUR

Arthur’s Quay struck over 2m5f in a class 2 event at Cartmel in July and he has to be respected on his return to the fray off a 6lb higher rating. However, preference is for DEYRANN DE CARJAC, who finished fifth in a Grade 2 handicap at Cheltenham in April and this represents a drop in grade. Alan King’s 10-year-old doesn’t have too many miles on the clock for one his age and is fancied to make a winning comeback. Mackenberg completes the shortlist.

WIN: DEYRANN DE CARJAC

DANGER: Arthur’s Quay

RACE FIVE

WHIZZ KID was last seen competing in class 2 company at Haydock, finishing fourth in April, and he has since undergone wind surgery. The son of Teofilo drops in grade and is taken to make a victorious start to the season. Hidalgo De L’isle failed to justify favouritism when beaten into second at Bangor in June but he should remain competitive off the same mark, while Bread And Butter is another to consider.

WIN: WHIZZ KID

DANGER: Hidalgo De L’isle

RACE SIX

The hat-trick seeking SEA THE CLOUDS is on a roll at present and, off just 4lb higher than last month’s comfortable 3m1f success at Warwick, the six-year-old has a live chance of extending the run of good form.

Duke Of Deception has won over this trip over fences and is feared most off a comparatively lenient mark.

Belles Benefit and Firth Of Forth are a couple of others to be taken seriously.

WIN: SEA THE CLOUDS

DANGER: Duke Of Deception

RACE SEVEN

HOMETOWN BOY, who was last seen justifying favouritism in a Grade 3 handicap hurdle at Aintree in April 2021, has previously won after a long break and having been given plenty of time to get over wind surgery, he is the logical choice, despite conceding 8lb to his sole rival on his chasing debut. Any News is 1-13 over fences but is match-fit and could push the selection all the way to the line.

WIN: HOMETOWN BOY

DANGER: Any News

FIRST RACE 1.53

2m 3f 154y

THE ALFRED BROWN WORSTED MILLS LTD NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392.

(Penalty Value £4084.50)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): M Hammond (19 wins from 283 runners, 7%) runs COUP DE COEUR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Jonjo O’Neill (3 wins from 23 runners, 13%) runs BOB BOB RICARD & JAXONNE Fancy That: Jonjo O’Neill won this race in 2014 and 2015. The stable runs BOB BOB RICARD & JAXONNE today.

Longest Traveller: GLOBE PLAYER trained by S Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard, 173 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October. This particular two miles, three furlongs, 154 yard novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races.

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ASK MY HEATHER (IRE) (10) 4000-P

Ch g Ask - Tilly Ann (IRE) Owner: Mr Ronald Payne Breeder: Martin Keating

age

st-lb

5

11-0

Jockey: Sam Coltherd Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 4 starts in bumpers and fared no better on back of wind op/6 months off when pulled up on hurdles bow at Kelso (20.9f) 10 days ago. Can only be watched.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

2

BOB BOB RICARD (IRE) (191) 3/32-

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Russian Memories (FR) Owner: Mr Paul Downing Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

5

11-0

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o who displayed promise all 3 starts in bumpers, chasing home a promising Rock House at Huntingdon (15.8f) back in April. No reason why he won’t make his mark over hurdles and one to consider back from 6 months off. Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

3

COUP DE COEUR (FR) (469) 564/602-

5

11-0

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Cesarine Palace (FR) Jockey: Miss Becky Smith Owner: Mr John Burnett Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: Mr J. Gallorini & Mr C. Gallorini-Berger Sponsor: J & J Burnett Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden hurdler/chaser in France who ran up to his best in this sphere when 6 lengths third (promoted to second) of 8 in handicap Star RatingHHHII BHA 118 at LaTeste (16.9f) on final start in June 2022. Starts out for new yard now and interesting what the market makes of him.

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EMPTY NEST (IRE) (12) U03-0P

5

B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR) Owner: Mr M Blades, S Morrell, K Hathaway Breeder: Mr Daniel Furini

11-0

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who made a discouraging start to his Rules career when pulled up in a Hexham novice hurdle (16.2f) 12 days ago, losing touch end of backstraight.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

5

INDIAN SUNBIRD (IRE) (35) 330-4FU

B g Hillstar - Mausin (IRE) Owner: Mr N. Ender Breeder: Corrin Stud & Kevin Lynch

6

11-0

Jockey: Nathan Moscrop Trainer: Sara Ender, Malton Sponsor: Yorkshire Equine Salt Therapy

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form at best when placed twice in bumpers but hasn’t run to same level over hurdles, albeit hampered when unseating early on in a Uttoxeter maiden (20f) 5 weeks ago. Still, likely best watched here. Star RatingHHIII BHA 96

6

MAGICAL ARTHUR (IRE) (155) 05-5

B g Yeats (IRE) - Miss Cilla (IRE) Owner: Harbour Rose Partnership Breeder: E. O’Gorman

5

11-0

Jockey: Joe Williamson (5) Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Imposing sort who makes some appeal on pedigree and he offered more than previously when fifth of 11 in bumper at Newcastle (16.9f) back in May. Interesting what the market makes of him now attentions switch to timber. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

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MOUNT FALCON (IRE) (180) 3P-

B g Ask - Eatons Way (IRE) Owner: The Falconers & Sam Burns Breeder: Mrs Noreen Moran

5

Jockey: Harry Reed Trainer: Tim Reed, Hexham

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW £4,000 5-y-o: seventh foal: dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 3 1/4m) Ocean Cove (by Ask): last of 3 finishers on Irish point debut, pulled up other start (Apr 21). Likely best watched on Rules/hurdling debut. Star RatingHHIII BHA 10

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PADDY O’MAHLER (IRE) (177) 325-

B g Mahler - Miss Massini (IRE) Owner: McGoldrick Racing Breeder: Elizabeth Gavin

5

Jockey: Tom Midgley (3) Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Mahler gelding who made a bright start to his career when placed in a pair of course bumpers earlier this year and may have found relatively quick turnaround against him when fifth at Hexham (16.2f) on final outing in April. Longer trip promises to suit now switched to hurdles. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

9

GLOBE PLAYER (GB) (202) 2-

4

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - La Dorotea (IRE) Owner: Mr M. Kehoe Breeder: Deerfield Farm

10-12

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard Sponsor: Science Supplements

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brothertoacoupleofFlatwinnersandmadeapositivestartwhenrunner-upinaWarwickbumper(2m,heavy) Star RatingHHHII BHA back in March. Another who needs monitoring in the betting ahead of hurdles debut/upped in trip.

10 JAXONNE (FR) (207) 0-

B g Free Port Lux - Noisete (FR) Owner: Mr E. A. Brook Breeder: EARL Trinquet, O. Trinquet & M. Trinquet

4

10-12

Jockey: Richie McLernon Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Sponsor: Wasdell Group

11 MY CHIQUITA (GB) (15) 1 D

4

B f Postponed (IRE) - Warling (IRE) Owner: Mr R. S. Brookhouse Breeder: Ashbrittle Stud

10-12

Jockey: Miss Alice Stevens (7) Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 1 3/4m) and perfect start over hurdles when off the mark in a Sedgefield maiden (19.8f) 15 days ago, just shaken up to assert. Open to improvement with that under her belt.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

12 ARCTIC FOX (GB) (43) P//-F2 BF

7

Ch m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Aurora Borealis (IRE) Owner: Colin and Kay Taylor Breeder: Sir Robert Ogden

10-7

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Martin Todhunter, Penrith Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful stayer on the Flat who completed for first time over hurdles when runner-up in a mares’ maiden at Bangor (16.6f) 6 weeks ago, not recover having lost momentum at the last. Likely she can do better still in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

13 RICCIRELLA (GB) (15) P32r0

5

Gr or Ro m Rajsaman (FR) - Agnese Owner: Michael Fennessy Jnr Breeder: Mrs H. I. S. Calzini

10-7

Jockey: Jonathan England Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley Sponsor: Keighley Steel

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedfairformwhenreachingtheframeinapairofSouthwellbumpersinJune,butofferedlittleonFlatdebutatCarlislethefollowingmonth andnoshort-termpromiseincoupleofhurdletriessubsequently.Probablyoneforlow-gradehandicapsinduecourse. Star RatingHIIII BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: NOT WHAT IT SEEMS (IRE) 6 11 7 Emma Smith-Chaston 10-11 (Micky Hammond) 6 ran Hood worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 13.

Stewards Note: ARCTIC FOX: Following its run on 5/9/2023 it was reported that the horse lost both fore shoes.

RICCIRELLA: Following its run on 3/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Bob Bob Ricard (IRE), 4-1 My Chiquita (GB), 6-1 Arctic Fox (GB), 8-1 Coup de Coeur (FR), 9-1 Paddy O’Mahler (IRE), 11-1 Globe Player (GB), 22-1 Indian Sunbird (IRE), Magical Arthur (IRE), 40-1 Mount Falcon (IRE), Jaxonne (FR), 80-1 Empty Nest (IRE), Riccirella (GB), 150-1 Ask My Heather (IRE) BOB BOB RICARD has displayed promise all 3 starts in bumpers, last seen chasing home another promising sort in the shape of Rock House at Huntingdon in the spring and, in a novice hurdle lacking a great deal of depth, he gets the vote to come out on top.

PLAY SMARTER Sedgefield-scorer My Chiquita and Arctic Fox head up the dangers, with another hurdles debutant Paddy O’Mahler another worth a look.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOB BOB RICARD (IRE) 2.MY CHIQUITA 3.ARCTIC FOX

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First Race

TIMEFORMVIEWFree Port Lux gelding. 22/1, offered little when tailed-off last of 19 in bumper at Newbury (16.3f, soft) on debut in March. Goes hurdling now but yard look to hold much stronger claims with Bob Bob Ricard. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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SECOND RACE 2.25

1m 7f 36y

THE FLIPIT SELL YOUR CAR BETTER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302.

(Penalty Value £6337.20)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): O Murphy (18 wins from 79 runners, 23%) runs UKANTANGO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs GARDE DES CHAMPS Weightwatcher: CRACKING DESTINY won off a handicap mark of 130, his rating is now down 12lb to 118.

Longest Traveller: GARDE DES CHAMPS trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a one mile, seven furlongs, 36 yard handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. 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.

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HOMME PUBLIC (FR) (158) 51620-0 C

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Uddy (FR) Owner: The Nevers Racing Partnership II Breeder: Jacques Cypres

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12-0

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Sponsor: Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who had another good campaign last season, winning twice. Excuses in the Swinton Hurdle final start and is an interesting recruit to chasing.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 135

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HASANKEY (IRE) (179) 603245- CD

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11-13

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Haziyna (IRE) Jockey: Lewis Dobb (7) Owner: The Hanky Panky Partnership Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Sponsor: Postpack Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Made excellent strides over fences as a novice and while he failed to win last term, there were plenty of decent placed efforts, including when just denied at Ayr on return. Player.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 134

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GEROMINO (FR) (28) 20-5P22 BF

7

11-9

B g Masked Marvel - Romane Place (FR) Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Made most of good opportunities to bag 4 small-field chase events (at up to 20.3f) last summer. Back to that level when second at Bangor and Kelso last 2 starts and can go well again.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 130

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UKANTANGO (IRE) (187) 112P30- C

Ch g Ocovango - Molly Be Owner: Mr Alan Peterson Breeder: Thistletown Stud

6

11-3

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/dual novice hurdle winner who improved further when second in Cheltenham Grade 2 in November.

Just the one respectable effort since and now goes chasing (placed on second of 2 starts in Irish points). Star RatingHHHII BHA 124

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SLANELOUGH (IRE) (142) 5/61P5-5

B g Westerner - Tango Lady (IRE) Owner: Miss J. Matterson & Mrs D. Davidson Breeder: M. C. McDaniel-Stone

11

11-3

Jockey: Craig Nichol Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when springing a minor surprise to land 6-runner handicap at Newcastle in November.

Disappointed next 3 starts, though.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 124

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GRAND VOYAGE (FR) (193) 134432-

7

10-13

B g Network (GER) - Qape Noir (FR) Jockey: Sam Coltherd Owner: Shire Dreamers Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk Breeder: EARL Trinquet, M. Trinquet & O. Trinquet Sponsor: Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive, dual winner over hurdles who improved to make second chase start a winning one at Ayr (20.5f) in November. Held form well in defeat since and should make presence felt again on return.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 120

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CRACKING DESTINY (IRE) (28) 341244

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Cracking Gale (IRE) Owner: Mrs Louise Whillans Breeder: B. D. Darrer

10

10-11

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways when taking handicap at Stratford in July and better effort there since when runner-up 19 days later. Needs to shrug off a disappointing run at Kelso last time, however. Star RatingHHHII BHA 118 16

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GARDE DES CHAMPS (IRE) (77) 324-21P BF

7

10-10

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - La Reine de Riogh (IRE) Jockey: Derek Fox Owner: The Champs Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Breeder: John P. Cahill Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to get off the mark in convincing fashion over hurdles at Perth in June on final start for Keith Dalgleish.

Seemingly amiss on yard debut 77 days ago but was reliable for previous yard. Makes chase debut (placed in Irish points). Star RatingHHHII BHA 117 DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: EL BORRACHO (IRE) 7 11 1 Toby Wynne 10-11 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 3 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

Stewards Note: GARDE DES CHAMPS: Following its run on 2/8/2023 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Grand Voyage (FR), 4-1 Geromino (FR), 6-1 Hasankey (IRE), 15-2 Cracking Destiny (IRE), 11-1 Homme Public (FR), Ukantango (IRE), Garde des Champs (IRE), 16-1 Slanelough (IRE) GRAND VOYAGE held his form well over fences last season and starts the new campaign off a fair mark, so gets the vote for an in-form yard. Geromino and Hasankey are others

PLAY SMARTER to consider.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GRAND VOYAGE (FR) 2.GEROMINO (FR) 3.HASANKEY (IRE)

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

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THIRD RACE 2.58

MARY LOFTHOUSE

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THE MARY LOFTHOUSE SUPPORTING SPINAL RESEARCH JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) for juvenile three yrs old x Total prize fund £7500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392.

(Penalty Value £4084.50)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): D McCain (12 wins from 123 runners, 10%) runs WEIGH ANCHOR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (3 wins from 59 runners, 5%) runs COMMON ACCLAIM Longest Traveller: BOOK OF TALES trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 165 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Juvenile races are designed solely for three-year-olds in order to allow the younger horses to gain valuable experience by racing against each other before taking on their older, more battle-hardened rivals. Initially, every runner in this two mile hurdle race is allotted 10st 12lb (fillies 10st 5lb), before previous winners are given a penalty dependant on the class of race which they won – 6lb for a Class 4 or 5 hurdle race or 10lb for a Class 1 to 3 hurdle race victory.

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BOOK OF TALES (GB) (32) 1

11-7

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Dream Book Owner: Stratford Racecourse 4 Breeder: Godolphin

Jockey: Lilly Pinchin (3) Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner (for Charlie Johnston) who made a successful start in this sphere at Fontwell in August.

Poor run back on the level since but has the potential for better.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

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BINGLEY CROCKER (IRE) (189)

11-0

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ellbeedee (IRE) Owner: The Megsons Breeder: W. Maxwell Ervine

Jockey: Kielan Woods Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 3m) Albany. Has shown ability on the Flat (predominantly for Harry Dunlop) and looks an interesting recruit to this sphere.

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

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COMMON ACCLAIM (IRE) (67)

11-0

B g Acclamation - Casual Remark (IRE) Owner: MR & MRS J D COTTON & PARTNER Breeder: Miss Ciara Doyle

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: John Cotton (Group) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper on Flat, stays 7.5f. Stamina is a major concern on first go over hurdles.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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FINN RUSSELL (IRE) (18) 0

11-0

Br g Caravaggio (USA) - Tawaareekh (USA) Jockey: Charlie Todd Owner: Mr Ian Williams Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/Stock

TIMEFORM VIEW Has lost his way on the Flat and didn’t offer any encouragement in a juvenile at Market Rasen on hurdling debut.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

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I STILL HAVE FAITH (GB) (14)

11-0

B g Expert Eye - The Thrill Is Gone Owner: Mr R. S. Brookhouse Breeder: Stratford Place Stud

Jockey: Jack Quinlan Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/4m), successful 4 times in 2023, runner-up last time. Trainer has done very well with similar types in short time training, so he’s worth chancing on first go in this discipline. Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

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LUKLA (GB) (30)

B g Aclaim (IRE) - Stately Owner: ryan chapman, robert parks & sandfield Breeder: Phoenix Thoroughbreds & Partner

11-0

Jockey: Tom Midgley (3) Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Sponsor: R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden on the Flat, making GB/IRE jumps debut.Twelfth of 14 in handicap atThirsk (12f, soft, 50/1) 30 days ago. Unlikely to feature on hurdling debut.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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WALK THE MOON (GB) (56)

11-0

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ladys First Owner: Six Pack Breeder: Lady Bamford

Jockey: Robert Dunne Trainer: Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Sponsor: Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to smart hurdler First Street (2m-21f winner, by Golden Horn) but hard to imagine he’ll make a big impact on hurdling debut given how little he has achieved on the Flat.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 18

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CAPLA QUEST (IRE) (36)

10-7

B f New Approach (IRE) - Some Site (IRE) Owner: Capla Developments Racing Breeder: Herbertstown House Stud

Jockey: Patrick Wadge (3) Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Little form in varied events on Flat. Makes little appeal on hurdling debut.

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WEIGH ANCHOR (GB) (15) 4

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

10-7

Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Miss Chaussini (IRE) Owner: Mrs Sarah Leslie Breeder: Langton Stud

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat and showed something to work on when fourth in a juvenile at Sedgefield on hurdling debut 15 days ago. Likely to step up on that, so worthy of respect.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: VINTAGE VALLEY (IRE) 3 11 0 Brian Hughes 11-4 (Donald McCain) 6 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note: WALK THE MOON: Following its run on 23/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Book of Tales (GB), 11-4 I Still Have Faith (GB), 7-2 Weigh Anchor (GB), 9-1 Bingley Crocker (IRE), 18-1 Common Acclaim (IRE), 33-1 Walk The Moon (GB), 50-1 Lukla (GB), 66-1 Finn Russell (IRE), 100-1 Capla Quest (IRE) I STILL HAVE FAITH has been progressive on the Flat this season and his stable has done well with similar types recently, so he’s a confident choice to make a successful hurdling PLAY SMARTER debut. Book of Tales and Weigh Anchor have an experience edge on the selection but might get outclassed.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.I STILL HAVE FAITH 2.BOOK OF TALES 3.WEIGH ANCHOR

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Third Race

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Max’s Story In 2009, aged 17, Max was playing rugby at school when he was pulled down awkwardly on the last play, snapping his neck. As soon as he hit the floor, he knew what had happened. It was like the lights had been switched off from the chest down.

"As soon as I hit the floor, I knew what had happened. It was like the lights had been switched off from the chest down - no pain, just nothingness.”

Much of the next month he was sedated on a ventilator in the intensive care unit. He developed pneumonia due to weakened lungs, and it was touch and go as to his survival.

While Max’s injury drastically changed the course of his life, he says it helped him mature into a person that he otherwise might not have become. That said, he believes there are still many complications with spinal cord injury that need serious attention, such as restoring function to bladder and bowel.

Research into these areas would have a massive impact on the quality of life for those in the SCI community, as these remain an ongoing struggle for many.

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BOBBY RENTON The late Bobby Renton trained many winners from his base at Oxclose, near Ripon, including the 1950 Grand National winner, Freebooter. He also trained Red Rum before he became a household name.

His long and distinguished training career lasted for some 50 years. He occasionally rode his own horses as an amateur rider, and he was a sprightly 75 years old when riding in his last race - a selling hurdle at Hexham on September 30th, 1963.

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FOURTH RACE 3.33

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2m 3f 85y

THE BOBBY RENTON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £6462; Second £3230; Third £1616; Fourth £808; Fifth £403.

(Penalty Value £8449.60)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): D McCain (12 wins from 123 runners, 10%) runs MACKENBERG Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Fergal O’Brien (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runs KARL PHILIPPE Weightwatcher: BARTON KNOLL won off a handicap mark of 125, his rating is now down 10lb to 115.

Longest Traveller: DEYRANN DE CARJAC trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 207 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles, three furlongs, 85 yard handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 140. 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 rivals.

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.

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PAY THE PIPER (IRE) (179) 431250- C

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Regal Holly Owner: Mr Ian Hamilton Breeder: B. Walsh

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12-1

Jockey: Conor Rabbitt (5) Trainer: Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne Sponsor: Hamilton

TIMEFORM VIEW Regained the winning thread at Musselburgh (15.8f, good to soft) in February and only just edged out in follow-up bid at Doncaster the following month. Below par final start of last season, but this mark isn’t beyond him and will be a threat if fully tuned-up for this.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 141

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MACKENBERG (GER) (152) 1533P-6 D

8

11-12

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mountain Melody (GER) Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Gestut Etzean Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first 5 chase starts, the latest off a 2lb higher mark over this trip at Doncaster last November. However, he ended last season on a downer (generally not jumping/travelling well in his races) and resumes here with a bit to prove. Star RatingHHIII BHA 138

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KARL PHILIPPE (FR) (186) 2/12000- CD

Ch g Kentucky Dynamite (USA) - Kaer Gwell (FR) Owner: C Coley, D Porter, H Redknapp, P Smith Breeder: A. De La Motte Saint Pierre & N. Cottin

8

11-12

Jockey: Jack Hogan (3) Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Sponsor: Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Fine start to last season, scoring over C&D on his reappearance prior to finding just one too good back here on Boxing Day. Failed to make an impact in valuableGrade3handicapsonfinal3startsofthatcampaign,butgoeswellfreshandhe’s ofstronginterestnowbackincalmerwaters. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 138

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BURROWS DIAMOND (FR) (214) 5/61202- C

B m Diamond Boy (FR) - La Vie de Boitron (FR) Owner: Mrs C.Casterton & Mrs J.Morgan Breeder: Mme Julie Morgan

8

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Pektron Group Ltd

11-8

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways when taking a 7-runner handicap over 24.2f (soft) last December. Runner-up off this mark on 2 of her 3 subsequent starts, but sheneededherreappearancerunlastseasonandit couldbethesamethistime round,particularlyoveratripshortofherbest.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 134

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ARTHUR’S QUAY (IRE) (108) 232-041

B g Beat Hollow - Bannow Girl (IRE) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Breeder: Mr Jonathan Deacon

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11-3

Jockey: Richie McLernon Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the bounce last winter and back on the scoresheet with a decisive display at Cartmel (21.2f, good to soft) when last seen in July.

That represented a career-best, but he’ll need to take another step forward in order to follow up off 6lb higher in this stronger race. Star RatingHHHII BHA 129

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NORTHERN BOUND (IRE) (43) 1U-6554 D

B g Fruits of Love (USA) - Noble Choice Owner: Mrs Emma Kendall Breeder: Patrick O’Reilly

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10-13

Jockey: Kielan Woods Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Below par in 5 appearances this year, but now 8lb below the mark off which he gained the third of his 3 wins in 2022 at Newbury last November. Has undergone another wind op since latest start and he will certainly have a chance if on-song. Star RatingHHHII BHA 125

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DEYRANN DE CARJAC (FR) (182) 36/2505-

B g Balko (FR) - Queyrann (FR) Owner: Mr J. Law Breeder: Mme Caroline Ferrero

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10-12

Jockey: Tom Cannon Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Smartnovicechaserin2019/20andwentcloseoverC&Donhisreappearancelastseason beforeperformingwithcreditinthePaddyPoweratCheltenham.

Notinthesameformthereafter,inkeepingwithhisup-and-downprofile,buthe’s capableofaboldshowoffthismarkifthemoodtakes. Star RatingHHHII BHA 124 22

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GETAWAY LUV (IRE) (28) 4124U5 D

B g Getaway (GER) - Ut Love (FR) Owner: Fools Who Dream Partnership Breeder: Elliot Teehan Commercials Cumbria Limited

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10-8

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Trainer: Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland Sponsor: Bolton Mill Holiday Park, Eden

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Cartmel in July and would have won at Uttoxeter last month but for unseating 2 out (several lengths to the good at the time).

However, he proved rather disappointing at Kelso 7 days later and needs more now that his new mark has kicked in. Star RatingHHIII BHA 120

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BARTON KNOLL (GB) (75) 452-P36 C D

B g Midnight Legend - Barton Flower Owner: Mr Simon W. Clarke Breeder: Lady H. J. Clarke

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10-3

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: John Mackie, Church Broughton Sponsor: John Mackie Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Has been given a chance by the handicapper (now 10lb below last winning mark), but he’s no battler and was well held at Bangor when last seen in August. Needs to bounce back following a wind op. Star RatingHHIII BHA 115

10 LADRONNE (FR) (159) 56234-3 CD

B g Linda’s Lad - Worldeta (FR) Owner: T C Racing Syndicate Breeder: Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu

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10-3

Jockey: Joe Williamson (5) Trainer: Tjade Collier, Wilsden Sponsor: T C Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over this C&D and at Catterick last autumn, and made the frame on final 4 starts of 2022/23 campaign. Goes well here (form figures over fences at this course read 13124) and one to consider off a competitive mark. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 115 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: TARDREE (IRE) 8 11 2 Adam Wedge 2-1 (L J Morgan) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 9, 10.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Karl Philippe (FR), 11-2 Pay The Piper (IRE), Ladronne (FR), 7-1 Arthur’s Quay (IRE), 8-1 Northern Bound (IRE), 17-2 Deyrann de Carjac (FR), 12-1 Mackenberg (GER), 14-1 Burrows Diamond (FR), 18-1 Getaway Luv (IRE), 28-1 Barton Knoll (GB) Everything looks in place for a big run from KARL PHILIPPE, who made a winning start over this C&D last season and will appreciate this drop back in class/trip having contested major handicaps in the second half of that campaign, the final two of which were over 25f. Ladronne resumes on a PLAY SMARTER workable mark and, armed with a good record round here, he is feared most, albeit only marginally as Pay The Piper and Northern Bound are both capable of playing leading roles, too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KARL PHILIPPE (FR) 2.LADRONNE (FR) 3.PAY THE PIPER (IRE)

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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.

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Fourth Race

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FIFTH RACE 4.08

2m

THE bet365 CHARLIE HALL MEETING 3RD - 4TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 14lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): O Murphy (18 wins from 79 runners, 23%) runs BREAD AND BUTTER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs BREAD AND BUTTER Longest Traveller: COASTGUARD STATION trained by Henry Oliver, Kinnersley, 153 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two mile handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 140. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 135 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 130.

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WHIZZ KID (GER) (193) 6P2014- D

Ch g Teofilo (IRE) - Wurfspiel (GER) Owner: Foxtrot Racing Whizz Kid Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

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st-lb

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11-13

Jockey: Luke Scott (7) Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Sponsor: Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways under this pilot at Doncaster (16.6f) in March and backed that up with solid fourth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Haydock (15.6f, good to firm) the following month. Had a wind operation since and warrants respect on return. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 123

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HURRICANE ALI (IRE) (35) 320355 D

B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Hurricane Irene (IRE) Owner: Mr M. Fruhwald Breeder: Tribesmen Syndicate

7

11-13

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: John Mackie, Church Broughton Sponsor: John Mackie Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who has made the frame 3 times this season and arrives on back of respectable fifth at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft, 6/1) 35 days ago. Jumping technique leaves a little to be desired, though.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 123

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FRANSHAM (GB) (182) 254630- CD

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Circus Rose Owner: G. Libson,D. Bayliss,T. Davies & P. Sly Breeder: Mrs P. Sly

9

11-12

Jockey: Paul O’Brien Trainer: Pam Sly, Peterborough Sponsor: Pam Sly Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple course winner who was narrowly denied (off 13lb higher) at this meeting 12 months ago.

Below that level thereafter but looks a likely player first time up back at his favourite venue. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 122

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BREAD AND BUTTER (IRE) (11) 662-0P6

Br g Westerner - Wells Diamond (IRE) Owner: Mr William Woodhouse Breeder: Longrove Stud

8

11-12

Jockey: Lewis Stones (3) Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran a cracker returned from 4 months off/on debut for this yard when second in 25-runner Punchestown handicap hurdle (19.8f) in April. However, rather gone backwards since and has plenty to prove at present.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 122

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HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (FR) (130) 2215-12 BF

B g Coastal Path - Agence de L’Isle (FR) Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie Breeder: Mme Michele Sayet

6

11-9

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at Bangor (both 16.7f) earlier this year who ran up to best when second of 4 in handicap hurdle at same course in June. Enters calculations.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 119

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LONE STAR (GB) (181) 211116-

6

B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE) Owner: John Cornforth and Peter Rawcliffe Breeder: R. Johnson

11-8

Jockey: Joe Williamson (5) Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a productive 2022-23 season, scoring 5 times (at up to 23.7f) and ending campaign with respectable sixth of 17 in handicap hurdle (9/1) at Cheltenham (20.2f, good) in April. May find this trip on sharp side, however.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 118

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COASTGUARD STATION (IRE) (143) 31223-5 D

7

11-2

Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuruwaat (IRE) Jockey: David Noonan Owner: CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley Breeder: Michael O’Sullivan Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winning pointer who improved on his hurdles form when making a winning chase debut in 2m handicap at Doncaster in November and acquitted himself well in defeat subsequently. 10lb lower in this discipline and can’t be discounted. Star RatingHHHII BHA 112 24

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: COLLINGHAM (GER) 4 10 7 Theo Gillard 11-2 (Donald McCain) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Stewards Note: LONE STAR: Following its run on 20/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Whizz Kid (GER), 7-2 Hidalgo de L’Isle (FR), 11-2 Fransham (GB), 7-1 Hurricane Ali (IRE), Lone Star (GB), 8-1 Coastguard Station (IRE), 20-1 Bread And Butter (IRE) Course-specialist FRANSHAM has been cut plenty of slack by the handicapper and can

PLAY SMARTER make a winning reappearance. Whizz Kid and Hidalgo de L’Isle rate the principal dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FRANSHAM 2.WHIZZ KID (GER) 3.HIDALGO DE L’ISLE (FR)

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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.

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SIXTH RACE 4.40

3m 26y

THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): M Hammond (19 wins from 283 runners, 7%) runs BALKOTIC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs ROWDY RUSTLER Longest Traveller: ROWDY RUSTLER trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This three miles, 26 yard handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 120. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st 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.

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BUTLER’S BRIEF (IRE) (43) 0-513PP

B g Yeats (IRE) - She’s On The Case (IRE) Owner: You Can Be Sure Breeder: Mrs M. Doran

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st-lb

8

12-0

Jockey: Nick Scholfield Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on scoreboard at Uttoxeter in July and proved conclusively that fences aren’t for him when pulled up atWorcester early last month. Pulled up again back over hurdles just 2 days later at Bangor and now has questions to answer.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 118

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FEIVEL (IRE) (165) U12U0-F CD

8

11-13

B or Br g Le Fou (IRE) - Much Appreciated (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Hammond Owner: The Boondogglers Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard Breeder: Crossogue Stud Sponsor: Science Supplements TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly usefulhurdler/chaser whomadeawinning startfortheStuart Edmundsyardin ahandicapchasehere(24.2f) inFebruary.Beaten favourite on his next 3 outings and took a fall when in contention 3 out at Uttoxeter in May. Confidence restoring mission returning over timber. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 117

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SEA THE CLOUDS (IRE) (23) 2-46211

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Leo’s Spirit (IRE) Owner: ValueRacingClub.co.uk Breeder: Christopher Maye

6

11-13

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Sponsor: Betvictor

TIMEFORMVIEWUnderlinedthisishistimeofyearwhentakingaWorcesterhandicapattheendofAugustandfollowedupinthestyleofonethatwillremain Star RatingHHHHI BHA 117 competitive atWarwick (25f, good) just over 3 weeks ago, suited by the step up in trip. Respected up another 4lb.

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MISS MILANO (IRE) (174) 2/61114- C D

B m Milan - Dewasentah (IRE) Owner: Tor Side Racing Breeder: Miss Mary O’Sullivan

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11-10

Jockey: Conor Rabbitt (5) Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke Sponsor: First Recruitment Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick last season. Had winning run ended up in grade when fourth of 7 at Perth (26.5f) 6 months ago. Career best will be needed to defy her current mark.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 114

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FIRTH OF FORTH (IRE) (161) 22P/P6-2

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Gypsy Mo Chara (IRE) Owner: Mark & Caroline Hunter Breeder: Pierce Molony

7

11-2

Jockey: Craig Nichol Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

TIMEFORM VIEW Had been cut plenty of slack by the handicapper and made more impact than in a couple of runs last season when runner-up at Kelso (22.7f, good to soft) when last seen in May. Certainly not without hope provided he’s ready to roll.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 106

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DUKE OF DECEPTION (IRE) (165) 2F101-3 D BF

6

11-1

B g September Storm (GER) - Mrs Peachey (IRE) Jockey: Henry Brooke Owner: The Salmon Family Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Mrs Gail Kidd Sponsor: Amelia Knight Holdings Limited, Swansway TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Musselburgh in February and didn’t need to improve to resume winning ways at Huntingdon in April. Similar form when third at Uttoxeter back in May (albeit not for the first time promising a bit more than he delivered) and now returns over hurdles. Star RatingHHHII BHA 105

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ROWDY RUSTLER (IRE) (36) 23PF-06 D

B g Getaway (GER) - Posh Posy (IRE) Owner: Mr John R. Adam Breeder: Rosemary Rooney

8

11-0

Jockey: Derek Fox Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Newcastle maiden hurdle winner in early-2022 and promising second on his chase debut at the same course last November. However, it’s been pretty muchdownhillall thewaysince,shapingasneedingtherunafter4 monthsoffwhenlastatKelso(20.9f) justover5weeksago.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 104 26

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BELLES BENEFIT (IRE) (51) 31322-4

B m Leading Light (IRE) - Snowbelle (IRE) Owner: Alex Harvey Breeder: Paul O’Dwyer

7

10-12

Jockey: Harry Bannister Trainer: Ben Case, Banbury Sponsor: David Andrews Construction Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWLandedagambleingoodstyleonfirstrunforyardatFontwellandcontinuedinform,takingakeenholdandnomatchforclassywinneratMarketRasen Star RatingHHHII BHA 102 inJuly 2022. Shapedasifasgoodaseverafter13 monthsoffwhenfourthatCartmelrecentlyandcould stepupon thathere.

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BALKOTIC (FR) (7) 11-0U00

7

B g Balko (FR) - Aurore Celtique (FR) Owner: Raypasha Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant & J. Le Roux

10-7

Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Struck twice last autumn but out of sorts this campaign. Back up in trip but others preferred.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 97 (-3) DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: CAIUS MARCIUS (IRE) 11 10 13 Brian Hughes 9-4 (Nicky Richards) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 7, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Sea The Clouds (IRE), 4-1 Feivel (IRE), 6-1 Firth of Forth (IRE), 15-2 Duke of Deception (IRE), 17-2 Miss Milano (IRE), 12-1 Rowdy Rustler (IRE), Belles Benefit (IRE), 20-1 Butler’s Brief (IRE), 33-1 Balkotic (FR) Cases can be made for many but preference is for ROWDY RUSTLER, who has been out of sorts since finishing runner-up at Newcastle 11 months ago but could be worth chancing for a yard who has hit the ground running this autumn. Feivel’s jumping let him down back PLAY SMARTER in the spring, but he may emerge as the main danger returning over hurdles, with the hat-trick-seeking Sea The Clouds and Belles Benefit taken to battle out third spot.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROWDY RUSTLER (IRE) 2.FEIVEL (IRE) 3.SEA THE CLOUDS (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 5.15

3m 45y

THE WATCH RACING TV IN HD NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): N Mulholland (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs ANY NEWS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (2 wins from 17 runners, 12%) runs ANY NEWS Longest Traveller: ANY NEWS trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 231 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three miles, 45 yard handicap steeple chase for novice four-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses with a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals.

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HOMETOWN BOY (IRE) (921) 3120/11//- D

Ch g Curtain Time (IRE) - Mercy Mission Owner: The Garratt Family Breeder: Liam Norris

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st-lb

8

11-10

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard Sponsor: Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Usefulhandicaphurdlerwho,followingan11-monthabsence,wonatKempton(21f)inFebruary2021.FollowedupinGrade3eventatAintree(24.7f)and whilehehasalengthyabsencetoovercome(hashadawindop),hehasthebackground/pedigreeofonewhoshouldtaketofences. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 138

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ANY NEWS (IRE) (29) 3-32315

8

Ch g Stowaway - Kisskiss Bang Bang (IRE) Owner: Jane Nuala Cartwright Breeder: Aileen Persse & Hannah Persse

11-2

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who made the most of a good opportunity when opening his account over fences in 4-runner novice handicap at Worcester (23f) in September. However, well held 16 days later so bounce back called for. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 130 DECLARED RUNNERS 2 2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 2-5 Hometown Boy (IRE), 2-1 Any News (IRE) HOMETOWN BOY was successful over hurdles on both of his starts back in 2021, defying an 11-month absence on the first occasion, so the winning pointer is taken to make a PLAY SMARTER winning start to his chase career despite his time off the track. Any News has race fitness on his side but will have to leave his latest effort well behind.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HOMETOWN BOY (IRE) 2.ANY NEWS (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.53 - THE ALFRED BROWN WORSTED MILLS LTD NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4084 to the winning horse The second to receive £1881, the third £940 and the fourth £471. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 12th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the wining owner. 23 entries at £35. - Closed October 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392. (Penalty Value £4084.50) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.25 - THE FLIPIT SELL YOUR CAR BETTER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 16th.

Penalties, after October 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 13 entries at £60. - Closed October 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302.

(Penalty Value £6337.20) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.58 - THE MARY LOFTHOUSE SUPPORTING SPINAL RESEARCH JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4084 to the winning horse The second to receive £1881, the third £940 and the fourth £471. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 12th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 16th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. MARY LOFTHOUSE has generously supported this race will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 5th April, 2024.

In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Grey Bomber Series qualifier. 14 entries at £35.

- Closed October 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392.

(Penalty Value £4084.50) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.33 - THE BOBBY RENTON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8449 to the winning horse The second to receive £3888, the third £1944, the fourth £972 and the fifth £484. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £80 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 16th.

Penalties, after October 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A Challenge Trophy, presented by the National Trainers’ Federation and Wetherby Racecourse, is to be held by the winning trainer until October 1st, 2024. A Silver Fox, generously presented by the Renton family, will be presented to the winning jockey.

18 entries at £80. - Closed October 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6462; Second £3230; Third £1616; Fourth £808; Fifth £403. (Penalty Value £8449.60) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.08 - THE bet365 CHARLIE HALL MEETING 3RD - 4TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 16th. Penalties, after October 7th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race.

15 entries at £50. - Closed October 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 14lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.40 - THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 16th. Penalties, after October 7th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 18 entries at £40. - Closed October 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.15 - THE WATCH RACING TV IN HD NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse and £2916 to the second. for novice four yrs old and upwards. £60 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

October 16th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after October 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). FLIPIT have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, FLIPIT will present a £50 cash prize to the stable lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries, 3 at £12 and 9 at £60. - Closed October 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 5lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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