Wetherby Racecard - Saturday 18th November

2023 Saturday 18th November

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TODAY’S RACING 1ST RACE 12.09 The Dransfields CIU Novices’ Hurdle Race

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2ND RACE 12.44 The Follow @racingtv On Twitter Handicap Chase

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3RD RACE 1.19 The Slingsby Gin Peak Cap & Pearls Handicap Hurdle Race

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4TH RACE 1.54 The ‘Chairman’ Colin Baldwin Memorial Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase

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6TH RACE 3.04 The Save Our Sport Sign The Petition Handicap Hurdle

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7TH RACE 3.39 The Racing TV Profits Returned To Racing Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Chase

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5TH RACE 24 2.29 The Join Racing TV Now ‘Introductory’ Hurdle

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GENTLEMANSGAME (GB) (35) 001/31-2 D

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Gr g Gentlewave (IRE) - Grainne Ni Maille Owner: Robcour Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud & Mrs M. L. Luck

Jockey: Darragh O’Keeffe Trainer: M. F. Morris, Ireland

11-2

TIMEFORMVIEWLowered the colours of subsequent Irish Grand National winner I Am Maximus at Fairyhouse on his chasing debut last winter and shaped well after 9 months off whenrunner-uptoEasyGameinPWCChampionChaseatGowran(20f,heavy)5weeksago.Interestingcontenderwithracefitnessonhisside. Star RatingHHHIIBHA154

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Form Comments

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Star Ratings Explained

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

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

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

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

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

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

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

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

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

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CHELTENHAM Race 1 12.35 2m 87y 1 An Bradan Feasa (IRE) 11-0 2 Burdett Road (GB) 11-0 3 Eagle Prince (IRE) 11-0 4 Ellerton (FR) 11-0 5 Galactic Jack (IRE) 11-0 6 Gifted Angel (IRE) 11-0 7 I Still Have Faith (GB) 11-0 8 Knight of Allen (FR) 11-0 9 Milan Tino (IRE) 11-0 10 Seraphic (IRE) 11-0 11 Parish Star (IRE) 10-7 Race 2 1.10 3m 1f 1 Latitude (IRE) 12-0 2 Switch Hitter (IRE) 11-12 3 Chambard (FR) 11-11 4 Tea Clipper (IRE) 11-11 5 Manothepeople (IRE) 11-7 6 Undersupervision (IRE) 11-7 7 Grandads Cottage (IRE)11-6 8 Coeur Serein (IRE) 11-5 9 Brampton Belle (GB) 11-2 10 Wayfinder (IRE) 11-0 11 Cap du Nord (FR) 11-0 12 Strictlyadancer (IRE) 10-11 13 Wick Green (GB) 10-11 14 Mole Court (IRE) 10-9 15 Plenty of Time (IRE) 10-8 16 Outside The Door (IRE) 10-7 17 Hascoeur Clermont (FR) 10-6 18 Read To Return (IRE) 10-4 19 Galon de Vauzelle (FR) 10-3 20 Blame The Game (IRE) 10-2

Race 3 1.45 3m 110y 1 Alaphilippe (IRE) 11-4 2 Broadway Boy (IRE) 11-4 3 Cloudy Flamingo (IRE) 11-4 4 Good Risk At All (FR) 11-4 5 Mister Coffey (FR) 11-4 6 Weveallbeencaught (IRE) 11-4 Race 4 2.20 2m 4f 44y 1 The Real Whacker (IRE) 12-0 2 Stage Star (IRE) 11-7 3 Fugitif (FR) 11-5 4 Authorized Art (FR) 11-5 5 Notlongtillmay (GB) 11-4 6 Final Orders (GB) 11-0 7 Unexpected Party (FR) 10-12 8 Il Ridoto (FR) 10-10 9 Whistleinthedark (IRE) 10-10 10 Angels Breath (IRE) 10-10 11 Black Gerry (IRE) 10-8 12 Easy As That (IRE) 10-7 13 Torn And Frayed (FR) 10-2 14 Harper’s Brook (IRE) 10-2 Race 5 2.55 2m 7f 208y 1 Buddy One (IRE) 12-0 2 Chantry House (IRE) 12-0 3 Dartan (GB) 11-9 4 Shan Blue (IRE) 11-7 5 Minella Trump (IRE) 11-4 6 Judicial Law (IRE) 11-0 7 Walking On Glass (IRE) 11-0 8 Come On Teddy (IRE) 10-13 9 Real Steel (FR) 10-7 10 Placenet (FR) 10-5 11 Moka de Vassy (FR) 10-4 12 Polish (GB) 10-3 13 Noble Birth (GB) 10-2 14 The Newest One (IRE) 10-2 15 Hunting Percival (GB) 10-2

Race 6 3.30 2m 5f 1 Springwell Bay (GB) 12-0 2 Rock My Way (IRE) 11-10 3 Resplendent Grey (IRE) 11-4 4 Another Choice (IRE) 11-1 5 Gyenyame (GB) 10-11 6 Fortunefavorsdbold (IRE)10-8 7 Tiger Jet (IRE) 10-6 8 Londonofficecallin (IRE) 10-2 9 Wonderful Eagle (GER) 10-2 Race 7 4.05 2m 87y 1 Larchmont Lass (IRE) 11-6 2 Baby Kate (IRE) 11-2 3 Backdoorflush (GB) 11-2 4 Betty’s Tiara (GB) 11-2 5 Disco Daisy (GB) 11-2 6 Easy Peasy (IRE) 11-2 7 Jeune Belle (IRE) 11-2 8 Micks Jet (IRE) 11-2 9 Mill House Creek (GB) 11-2 10 Miss Applejack (GB) 11-2 11 Sharp Object (IRE) 11-2 12 Springs A Girl (IRE) 11-2 13 Sunset Marquesa (IRE) 11-2 14 Tour Ovalie (FR) 11-2 15 World of Fortunes (IRE) 11-2

UTTOXETER Race 1 1.02 2m 3f 207y 1 Classic Lord (GER) 11-4 2 He Knows Better (IRE) 11-4 3 Rock Danse (FR) 11-4 4 Tara Cove (IRE) 11-4 5 Willwekeephim (IRE) 11-4 6 Pearl Island (GB) 11-3 7 Easy To Follow (IRE) 10-11 8 Saint Bibiana (IRE) 10-11

Race 3 2.12 1m 7f 168y 1 Atreides (IRE) 12-0 2 Copper Cove (IRE) 11-13 3 Lifetime Legend (IRE) 11-12 4 Heritier (FR) 11-9 5 Grandee (IRE) 11-7 6 Rock On Tommy (GB) 11-6 7 Coilrock (IRE) 10-2 8 Ace Time (GB) 10-2

Race 2 1.37 1m 7f 168y 1 Booster Bob (IRE) 11-7 2 Come To Pass (IRE) 11-0 3 Letthedustsettle (IRE) 11-0 4 Tampico Rocco (IRE) 11-0 5 Wild Grouse (IRE) 11-0 6 Crimson Ruby (GB) 10-7 7 It’s For You Mum (FR) 10-7 8 Orbys River (IRE) 10-7

Race 4 2.47 1m 7f 168y 1 Sizing Pottsie (FR) 12-0 2 Elham Valley (FR) 11-8 3 Jolly Nellerie (FR) 11-7 4 Grain d’Oudairies (FR) 11-5 5 Polyphonic (IRE) 11-2

Race 5 3.22 2m 3f 207y 1 James Jet (IRE) 12-0 2 Awesome Foursome (GB) 11-11 3 Pilgrims King (IRE) 11-2 4 Gamesters Girl (GB) 10-11 5 Ginderella (IRE) 10-7 6 Hi Riko (FR) 10-4 7 Richardson (GB) 10-2 Race 6 3.57 1m 7f 168y 1 Billy Butcher (IRE) 11-2 2 Gamesters Guy (GB) 11-2 3 Jo Arengeot Bey Aa (FR)11-2 4 Kandor (FR) 11-2 5 Matthias (GB) 11-2 6 Moonset (FR) 11-2 7 Pleasington (IRE) 11-2 8 The Grafter (IRE) 11-2

THE BUZZ

by Wetherbee

RACE ONE

Jar Du Desert, who placed in strong juvenile hurdle company before winning a chase in his native France, is very much one to note on his UK debut, but he may have his work cut out to defeat HELTENHAM. The six-year-old made a name for himself over fences last season with three successive wins before taking a tumble at Cheltenham on his final start and Dan Skelton’s decision to opt for a confidence-boosting return over hurdles could easily prove fruitful. Lunar Chief showed ability when landing a Newcastle bumper last season and looks the pick of the remainder.

TOTEWIN: HELTENHAM

TOTEEACHWAY: JAR DU DESERT

RACE TWO

Useful hurdler Nells Son got off the mark over the larger obstacles at Carlisle on his reappearance last month but it’s hard to know exactly what he achieved considering his two market rivals both fell. With that in mind, he may be worth passing over for JUNGLE JACK. A former point-to-point winner, the mud-loving seven-year-old has gone on to win five of his nine starts over hurdles but has long been considered a better prospect for fences. Inedit Star, another recent French recruit for Nick Kent, also merits respect on his chasing bow.

TOTEWIN: JUNGLE JACK

TOTEEACHWAY: NELLS SON

RACE THREE

Haafapiece and Copper Beach both enter the equation after recent second-place efforts, but any value may lie with dual course winner RAFFERTY’S RETURN, who invariably goes well here. Rebecca Menzies’ charge obliged from this same mark here on Boxing Day and is open to improvement following his return to action a fortnight ago. Any positive market moves for Sporty Jim would be interesting after a long absence, whilst Serious Operator is better than he showed at Cheltenham last time.

TOTEWIN: RAFFERTY’S RETURN

TOTEEACHWAY: HAAFAPIECE

RACE FOUR

UBETYA was beaten into fifth in a class 2 event at Cartmel in July and was dropped 2lb for that effort. The eight-year-old remains on a workable mark and he ought to go close. Cornerstone Lad remains extremely well-handicapped and should be thereabouts after his third at Perth when last seen in April. Of the remainder, Baron De Midleton and Erne River make the most appeal.

TOTEWIN: UBETYA

TOTEEACHWAY: CORNERSTONE LAD

RACE FIVE

FAVOUR AND FORTUNE backed up the promise he showed in bumpers last year to get off the mark in easy fashion at Hereford last month. The son of Soldier Of Fortune can take a step forward to defy his 5lb penalty. The main danger is Delgany Bobby Blue, who showed plenty of ability to finish second at Uttoxeter last time and could serve it up to the selection, while Sedgefield winner Tommy Time has Brian Hughes in the plate and should go well.

TOTEWIN: FAVOUR AND FORTUNE

TOTEEACHWAY: DELGANY BOBBY BLUE

RACE SIX

This might be a good time to catch IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH, who was running well on the Flat before a below-par showing at Chester. Jennie Candlish’s charge boasts a good strike-rate over timber (3-6) and though he was pulled up over 2m4f at Newcastle when last seen in this sphere, a drop in trip should play to his strengths. Richmond Lake reverts to hurdles having recorded a double over fences when last in action. He is feared most, while Punta Del Este heads the remainder.

TOTEWIN: IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH

TOTEEACHWAY: RICHMOND LAKE

RACE SEVEN

EAST STREET was relatively well found in the market ahead of his seasonal return at Carlisle last month, but he was ultimately pulled up following a couple of jumping errors. That said, he is 2-4 at this venue and it would come as no surprise were he to post an improved effort back here from his last winning mark.

The consistent Ladronne can make his presence felt, while Le Grand Vert should not be underestimated for last year’s winning trainer.

TOTEWIN: EAST STREET

TOTEEACHWAY: LADRONNE

GENTLEMANSGAME (L)

LAST TIME OUT | Saturday 4th November After the previous day succumbed to the weather, we were finally treated to some excellent racing on Saturday 4th November.

The opener was won in emphatic fashion, with the Dan Skelton-trained Cherie D’Am justifying the market support to win by five lengths ahead of Wild Side Of Life. That made it two wins from two for the five-year-old. Harry Skelton was on board and the pair were never in any danger of relinquishing the lead. Brook Bay completed the top three.

Mount Tempest and The Edgar Wallace went off joint favourites in the following race and it was the latter who came out on top, winning by two lengths. The Kim Bailey-trained eight-year-old kept on well during the run-in and was able to fend off the danger from William Cody in Second.

Gavin Sheehan was on board. Happy And Fine for Alex Hales and Ladronne for Tjade Coillier finished third and fourth respectively.

The third race of the day was the Listed Race, the bet365 Mares’ Hurdle, where You Wear It Well won for Jamie Snowden and gave jockey Sheehan a double on the day.

There was a lot of support for Luccia but the five-year-old was unable to cut the deficit after hitting the last hurdle.

It was an intriguing bet365 Hurdle with Gary Moore’s Botox Has stealing the show, defeating Red Risk by a length. Despite an awkward jump at the last, jockey Caoilin Quinn asked the question during the run-in and the son of Dream Well duly obliged.

Dashel Drasher came in third.

The following race saw the eagerly awaited seasonal return of Bravemansgame in the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase and the eight-year-old was aiming to make it back-to-back victories in this race. The Paul Nicholls-trained star was travelling particularly strongly throughout but a mistake at the last saw Gentlemasgame take the honours.

Midnight River finished third and Ahoy Senor was pulled up after a mistake.

The penultimate race of the day saw the Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerrierotrained Windtothelightning cruise to a nine length victory over Haafapiece. The mare went clear when approaching the last and extended her lead during the run-in.

Another excellent day of racing here at Wetherby was then completed with Not Sure easing to a four-and-a-quarter length victory for trainer Kerry Lee and jockey Richard Patrick. Bali Body and market favourite Snowy Evening finished second and third respectively.

CHERIE D’AM

THE EDGAR WALLACE

YOU WEAR IT WELL

BOTOX HAS

WINDTOTHELIGHTNING

NOT SURE

FIRST RACE 12.09

2m 3f 154y

THE DRANSFIELDS CIU NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3964; Second £1983; Third £991; Fourth £496.

(Penalty Value £5173.70)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): D Skelton (49 wins from 178 runners, 28%) runs HELTENHAM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (7 wins from 18 runners, 39%) runs EXCLUSIVE GETAWAY and GENTLE VICTOR Longest Traveller: GUSTOSO trained by H Daly, Ludlow, 153 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 and three and a half furlongs 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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EXCLUSIVE GETAWAY (IRE) (23) P5U-260

B g Getaway (GER) - Get In There (IRE) Owner: The Cheshire Partnership Breeder: Liam Jordan & John Fitzhenry

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5

11-0

Jockey: Toby Wynne (3) Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Sponsor: Swansway, Adele Carr Recruitment Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when second of 4 in Warwick bumper on Rules debut but has been well held both starts over hurdles.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

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FAT HARRY (GB) (30) 56

6

B g Multiplex - Linen Line Owner: Mrs S. Smith Breeder: R. F. Broad

Jockey: Ross Chapman Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Silva Eclipse and showed more than first time up when sixth of 11 in a Carlisle novice but won’t come into his own until tackling handicaps.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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GENTLE VICTOR (GB) (23) 05

5

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Onetwobeat Owner: The Gentle Victor Racing Syndicate Breeder: Mr Alex Park

11-0

Jockey: William Shanahan (5) Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Sponsor: Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Well in a bumper in May. Offered something to work on when fifth in 2m Ludlow novice on hurdle debut 23 days ago but possibly more one for the longer term.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

4

HELTENHAM (FR) (213) 22111F- D

B g Masked Marvel - Souris Blanche (FR) Owner: Exors of the late Mr N. W. Lake Breeder: Mme Anne-Charlotte Andre et al

6

11-0

Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5) Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORMVIEWEx-Frenchbumper winnerwho improvedoverfences last season, havingplenty uphis sleevewhen completingthe hat-trickat Newbury(19.8f,soft) in March.

Didn’tgetveryfarmakinghisbid fora4-timer atCheltenhamonfinaloutingandisaninterestingrunnerrevertedtohurdlesforreappearance. Star RatingHHHHIBHA 127

5

HEMICYCLE (FR) (195) 5264-2

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B g Cokoriko (FR) - Jonquiere (FR) Owner: SPRING COTTAGE SYNDICATE 3 Breeder: Mr Herve D’Armaille

11-0

Jockey: Tom Midgley (3) Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW €10,000 3-y-o, £20,000 6-y-o, Cokoriko gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners, including unreliable but fairly useful hurdler/chaser Uhlan Bute. Dam 2 1/4m hurdle winner in France. Maiden Irish pointer, runner-up last time (May 7). Star RatingHHHII BHA -

6

JUSTUS (IRE) (35)

5

Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Landikusic (IRE) Owner: Ryder and Alex Sugden Breeder: LNJ Foxwoods Partnership

11-0

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Optima Self Store

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 16.5f), not disgraced last 2 starts. Sold from Ian Williams for only 12,000 gns in October.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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LE JEUNE BRESIL (GB) (14) F1-F

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Lady de La Vega (FR) Owner: Mr Keith Brown Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

6

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Tote

11-0

TIMEFORMVIEW£36,000 6-y-o, Blue Bresil gelding. Half-brother to modest hurdlerVereina. Dam (c112/h98), 3m chase winner. Off mark in Irish points at second attempt in April but was on the retreat when exiting on C&D hurdle debut 2 weeks ago, having failed to settle. Star RatingHHIII BHA 12

8

LUNAR CHIEF (GB) (21) 1-4

5

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Oleohneh (IRE) Owner: Claxby & Co, Russell & Partner Breeder: J. M. Jefferson

11-0

Jockey: Craig Nichol Trainer: Ruth Jefferson, Malton Sponsor: Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful debut in 8-runner bumper at Newcastle (16.2f, heavy) in March, despite showing a tendency to flash his tail under the whip.

Showed an aptitude for hurdling faced with an inadequate test at Kelso (16.2f) on return, so the step up in trip looks a good move.

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

9

MAGICAL ARTHUR (IRE) (9) 05-530

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

5

11-0

Jockey: Callum Bewley Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec

TIMEFORM VIEW Imposing sort who has shaped like a stayer both starts over hurdles. Probably one for handicaps after this run.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

10 MOUNT FALCON (IRE) (13) 3P-0

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

5

11-0

Jockey: Charlie Todd Trainer: Tim Reed, Hexham

11 NEARLY WED (IRE) (567) P20/2-

6

B g Ocovango - Bernie’stheboss (IRE) Owner: Mr J Cruces & partner Breeder: Catherine Walsh

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW €4,500 3-y-o, £23,000 5-y-o, Ocovango gelding. Dam (h64) maiden hurdler. Runner-up twice in Irish points, including latest outing (April 2022).

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

12 GUSTOSO (GB) (20) 46

4

Gr g Passing Glance - Ruby Kew (IRE) Owner: The Gustoso Partnership Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch

10-13

Jockey: Richard Patrick Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten sole outing in bumpers and ran to only a modest level on Aintree hurdle debut.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

13 JAR DU DESERT (FR) (196) 2324-1

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Dora du Desert (FR) Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership Breeder: Mr Florin Codre

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10-13

Jockey: Charlie Hammond Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedfairlyusefulformoverhurdlesforTomGeorgepriortomakingasuccessfulchasingdebutina4-y-oeventatAuteuilforN.George & A. Zetterholm in May. Has since changed yards again and looks a leading player with this step up in trip likely to suit.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 123

14 MADEMEWHATIAM (GB) (30) 03-0P

B g Jack Hobbs - United (GER) Owner: Mr T. Friel Breeder: Elms Bloodstock

4

10-13

Jockey: Danny McMenamin Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a smart mare and caught the eye finishing with running left on his Rules debut at Hexham, However, was pulled up at Carlisle last month and won’t be of interest this side of handicaps. Star RatingHIIII BHA -

15 TO CHASE A DREAM (GB) (30) 01-2

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10-13

Ch g Cannock Chase (USA) - McGregor’s Cottage (IRE) Jockey: Mr John Dawson (3) Owner: Mrs D. W. Davenport Trainer: Paul Collins, Saltburn-By-The-Sea Breeder: Mrs D W Davenport & Mr D Obank TIMEFORM VIEW Point bumper winner who made an encouraging start to his hurdle career when second in a Carlisle novice (17.2, soft) 30 days ago, finishing well. Likely improver over this longer trip.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 2022: MOON HUNTER 5 11 0 Tom O’Brien 4-1 (Henry Daly) 14 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 15 Hood worn by No. 1, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note: EXCLUSIVE GETAWAY: Following its run on 26/10/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

GENTLE VICTOR: Following its run on 26/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.

JUSTUS: Following its run on 14/10/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Heltenham (FR), 7-2 Jar du Desert (FR), 4-1 To Chase A Dream (GB), 12-1 Lunar Chief (GB), 20-1 Hemicycle (FR), 25-1 Justus (IRE), 28-1 Le Jeune Bresil (GB), 33-1 Magical Arthur (IRE), 40-1 Gentle Victor (GB), Nearly Wed (IRE), 66-1 Fat Harry (GB), Gustoso (GB), 150-1 Exclusive Getaway (IRE), Mount Falcon (IRE), Mademewhatiam (GB) JAR DU DESERT showed a fairly useful level of form over hurdles prior to making a successful chasing debut in May and, with the step up in trip highly likely to suit, he gets the nod to come out on top on his first start for Nick Kent. Heltenham progressed well over fences last season PLAY SMARTER and is an interesting runner reverted to hurdles for his reappearance, while To Chase A Dream made an encouraging start in this sphere at Carlisle and is a likely improver up in trip.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JAR DU DESERT (FR) 2.HELTENHAM (FR) 3.TO CHASE A DREAM

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First Race

TIMEFORMVIEWLast of 3 finishers on the first of 2 starts in Irish points in the spring and went with no promise on his recent Rules debut at Carlisle.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

THE RESULT Dransfields will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand

1st.............................................................. ........................................................... responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in 3rd this race.

They will also present a memento to the winning owner.

2nd ...........................................................

4th ............................................................

Distance...................................................

Time .........................................................

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Saturday 13th January 2024 featuring the Towton Novices’ Chase

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SECOND RACE 12.44

1m 7f 36y

THE FOLLOW @racingtv ON TWITTER 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; Third £1212; Fourth £606. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 3lb 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 Richards (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs FINDTHETIME and NELLS SON Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs FINDTHETIME and NELLS SON Longest Traveller: FINDTHETIME & NELLS SON trained by N Richards, Greystoke, 99 miles.

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

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JUNGLE JACK (GB) (218) 2/12210-

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11-10

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Skew Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Breeder: Redgate Bloodstock & Trickledown Stud Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner and useful handicap hurdler, successful twice again last season. 2m chases should be right up his street and he’s a player first time up in this sphere on his return.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 135

2

NELLS SON (GB) (30) 46F00-1

8

B g Trans Island - Miss Nellie (IRE) Owner: Langdale Bloodstock Breeder: Langdale Racing & Bloodstock

11-10

Jockey: Danny McMenamin Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice hurdler (Grade 2 winner). Things didn’t go entirely to plan following a solid second on return/chase debut last autumn but built on those efforts with a smooth success on reappearance over fences at Carlisle (2m) last month. More to come from him in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 135

3

INEDIT STAR (FR) (187) 2/2305-1

5

11-5

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Tulipe Star (FR) Jockey: Charlie Hammond Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg Breeder: Dominique Vigneron & Bruno Vigneron Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

TIMEFORMVIEWDualbumperwinnerinFranceshowedfairforminatrioofstartsoverhurdlesintheUKforTomGeorgelastwinter.Seeminglymuchimproved when bolting up in the mud at Compeigne in May and he’s not without interest sent chasing after another stable switch.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 130

4

FINDTHETIME (IRE) (9) 1/2640-P C

B g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE) Owner: Tor Side Racing Breeder: Kenilworth House Stud Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

7

10-8

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick as a novice hurdler (including victory here) but didn’t really kick on from his seasonal return last year and took little interest on switch to chasing last week. Hard to fancy.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 119 DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Nells Son (GB), 13-8 Jungle Jack (GB), 10-1 Inedit Star (FR), 20-1 Findthetime (IRE) NELLS SON made a fine return when scoring at Carlisle last month and is taken to follow

PLAY SMARTER up, although Jungle Jack looks a useful recruit to chasing and a big run is likely.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NELLS SON 2.JUNGLE JACK 3.INEDIT STAR (FR)

THE RESULT

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THIRD RACE 1.19

2m 3f 154y

THE SLINGSBY GIN PEAK CAP & PEARLS 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)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): D Skelton (49 wins from 178 runners, 28%) runs MOLLY OLLYS WISHES Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 58 runners, 12%) runs MOLLY OLLYS WISHES Longest Traveller: SERIOUS OPERATOR trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles and three and a half furlongs handicap hurdle race for three-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130. 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

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MOLLY OLLYS WISHES (GB) (35) 35200-0 C D

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9

12-1

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - September Moon Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5) Owner: Mr Dean Pugh Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: K. D. & D. K. Pugh Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes TIMEFORMVIEWWon a course listed hurdle last autumn. Found the SilverTrophy at Chepstow too hot to handle on her reappearance but this useful mare is a potential class act giving weight away to lesser opposition. Has first-time cheekpieces added to her regular tongue tie.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 131

2

SAM’S CHOICE (IRE) (206) 251000- D

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Impressive Choice (IRE) Owner: Samantha Toomes Breeder: Impressive Partnership

7

11-11

Jockey: Nathan Moscrop Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner in Ireland for Gordon Elliott. Joined another good stable but might be best watched on this first outing for 6 months.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 127

3

FOVEROS (FR) (13) 0/0/0-603

8

B g Authorized (IRE) - Fanurio’s Angel (FR) Owner: Catch Twenty Two Breeder: V. Fragiskos & Haras Du Hoguenet

11-9

Jockey: Ben Godfrey (3) Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record for Willie Mullins and ran to a barely modest level when third in a 2m Huntingdon claimer on stable debut 13 days ago. Can only watch after that.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 125

4

RAFFERTY’S RETURN (GB) (14) 12454-5 CD

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Duchess Theatre (IRE) Owner: Mr John Wade Breeder: Mr P. L. Barrett

8

11-9

Jockey: Ross Chapman Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Sponsor: Arthur J Gallagher (UK), Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner last Christmas. Off 6 months, looked and ran as if in need of outing when fifth of 9 on C&D reappearance a fortnight ago. Respected with that behind him.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 125

5

SERIOUS OPERATOR (IRE) (22) 15161-0 D

B g Malinas (GER) - Idrather Not Say (IRE) Owner: The Operators Breeder: Daniel O’Mahony

6

11-6

Jockey: Patrick Wadge (3) Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a 3-5 record over hurdles for this stable last season and shaped well when seventh of 16 on his 2 1/2m Cheltenham reappearance 22 days ago. Can build on that now.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 122

6

HAAFAPIECE (GB) (14) 00243-2 CD

Ch g Haafhd - Bonnet’s Pieces Owner: Mrs Tilly Coles Breeder: Mrs P. Sly

10

11-5

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Good record here, including 2 handicap wins over this trip last season. Not at his best when well-held fifth on last month’s Market Rasen reappearance but he’s feasibly treated if a return to this venue sparks a revival. Star RatingHHHII BHA 121

7

JANTE LAW (GB) (23) 301/1U/-0

7

11-2

Gr g Gentlewave (IRE) - Ixora (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Owner: Grey Horse Syndicates, P Drury, J Craggs Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Greenlands Farm LLP Sponsor: Mr Cambridge TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced sort who won a pair of 2m Hexham novice hurdles in spring 2021. Seen only twice since, finishing down the field in a 17f Carlisle handicap last month. This should reveal more.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 118 20

8

SPORTY JIM (IRE) (577) 43031/- D

6

11-1

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Ma Belle Amie Jockey: Lewis Stones (3) Owner: Mr Terry Warner & The McNeill Family Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: Mr K. D. Cotter Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to win a 2 1/2m Perth maiden hurdle in April 2022 but has been absent since. Retains potential as an unexposed sort from a powerful yard but the betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations given the length of his absence.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 117

9

BASHERS REFLECTION (GB) (20) 12411-3 D

Ch g Mount Nelson - Dungarvan Lass (IRE) Owner: Mrs C. J. C. Bailey Breeder: Mrs C. J. C. Bailey

6

10-12

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved performer switched to handicaps last season, winning 3 times at around 2 1/2m. Creditable reappearance third at Wincanton (21f, soft) 3 weeks ago. Likely to be in the mix again.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 114

10 COPPER BEACH (IRE) (27) 312302 D

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Lady McBride (IRE) Owner: Mrs S. Smith Breeder: M. F. Condon

6

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

10-12

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved as he shed his maiden tag in runaway style upped to 2 1/2m at Uttoxeter in June. Has largely remained in form since, finishing second of 10 at Sedgefield last time.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 114

11 SINGAPORE TRIP (FR) (74) 0F2-000

B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR) Owner: Mr Andrew Phillips Breeder: S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie

5

10-7

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser at his best in France. Brian Hughes does the steering on this stable debut so it’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of him.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 109 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: IROKO (FR) 4 11 4 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 9-4 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 9.

MOLLY OLLYS WISHES should find this easier than the Silver Trophy and is a potential class act for a 0-130 as it’s only a little over a year ago that she won a listed race here.

PLAY SMARTER Rafferty’s Return could be spot on for this with his C&D reappearance behind him and is second choice ahead of Serious Operator and Bashers Reflection.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MOLLY OLLYS WISHES 2.RAFFERTY’S RETURN 3.SERIOUS OPERATOR (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st..............................................................

2nd ...........................................................

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3rd ...........................................................

4th ............................................................

Time .........................................................

Wetherby Steeplechase Committe LTD will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the winning owner.

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Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Serious Operator (IRE), 11-2 Molly Ollys Wishes (GB), Rafferty’s Return (GB), 15-2 Bashers Reflection (GB), 10-1 Haafapiece (GB), Sporty Jim (IRE), Copper Beach (IRE), 16-1 Singapore Trip (FR), 28-1 Sam’s Choice (IRE), 40-1 Jante Law (GB), 50-1 Foveros (FR)

FOURTH RACE 1.54

The Family & Friends of Colin Baldwin

2m 3f 85y

THE ‘CHAIRMAN’ COLIN BALDWIN MEMORIAL 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) Weights raised 1lb 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 281 runners, 7%) runs CORNERSTONE LAD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (7 wins from 18 runners, 39%) runs GOOD WORK Longest Traveller: GRANDEUR D’AME trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 207 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles and three and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for four-yearolds 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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ERNE RIVER (IRE) (20) 22400-0 C D

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12-0

B g Califet (FR) - Lusty Beg (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Hammond Owner: Crossed Fingers Partnership Trainer: Nick Kent, Brigg Breeder: Mary Fitzpatrick and Brendan Fitzpatrick Sponsor: Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful over hurdles and fences (course winner). Shaped as if needing the run reverted to chasing after 6 months off in the Old Roan 3 weeks ago and could fare a lot better back here down 4lb.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 138

2

BARON DE MIDLETON (IRE) (13) 2211P-P

B g Brian Boru - Present Climate (IRE) Owner: Brian Ellison Racing Club Breeder: Aidan Aherne

10

11-9

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Three small-field chase wins in blinkers last season. Shaped as if better for his recent return over hurdles at Carlisle but has a fair bit on his plate here.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 133

3

CORNERSTONE LAD (GB) (205) 444243- C

9

11-3

B g Delegator - Chapel Corner (IRE) Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Mrs B. M. Lofthouse Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: Cranford Bloodstock & Overbury Stallions Sponsor: Eastwood Private Clients, Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who scored over fences over bare 2m here in January 2022 off 13lb higher mark. Tempting mark on return with Brian Hughes up and can go well if this doesn’t become too much of a test.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 127

4

UBETYA (IRE) (139) 2450-15

8

B g Le Fou (IRE) - Valentina Gaye (IRE) Owner: Mr Andy Peake Breeder: Ms Cecily Purcell

11-2

Jockey: Craig Nichol Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark for this yard in 21f Cartmel handicap chase in May and respectable run in stronger race there next time. Not without a chance on reappearance.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 126

5

GRANDEUR D’AME (FR) (183) 30115-5

B g Desir d’Un Soir (FR) - Sourya d’Airy (FR) Owner: Syders & Burkes Breeder: Mr Georges Lacombe

7

11-1

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

TIMEFORMVIEWWinninghurdlerwhodugdeeptoopenhisaccountinthis sphereatHuntingtoninJanuaryandfollowedupfromthe frontatStratford(17f,soft) in March. Bit disappointing at Aintree when last seen but unexposed over this sort of trip and not dismissed on return.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 125

6

GOOD WORK (FR) (22) 2222-40

7

Gr g Network (GER) - Teskaline (FR) Owner: The Cool Runnings Syndicate Breeder: Mr Jacques Cypres

10-5

Jockey: Toby Wynne (3) Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Sponsor: Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 5 times over fences last season (went close over 3m here) and not disgraced in a big field at Cheltenham on his return, although he typically jumped none too fluently. Different headgear tried. Star RatingHHHII BHA 115

7

LETS GO TO VEGAS (IRE) (238) F2/1210-

B m Getaway (GER) - Danielle’s Journey Owner: Let’s Go To Vegas Partnership Breeder: Miss E. Hamilton

5

10-5

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Sponsor: Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points and did well over hurdles last term, making it 2-3 when edging ahead in the dying strides in 3m Ludlow handicap. Struggled in valuable Newbury race final start but she’s interesting starting out over fences now. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 115 22

2022: KARL PHILIPPE (FR) 7 11 4 Jack Hogan 7-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Erne River (IRE), 9-2 Lets Go To Vegas (IRE), 5-1 Cornerstone Lad (GB), 13-2 Good Work (FR), 7-1 Ubetya (IRE), 15-2 Grandeur d’Ame (FR), 9-1 Baron de Midleton (IRE) ERNE RIVER is tempting off a lenient mark down in grade back at the scene of his last win and gets the vote. Lets Go To Vegas is interesting sent chasing on her return after a good novice hurdle campaign. Cornerstone Lad is also in with a shout if it doesn’t become too PLAY SMARTER much of a test.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ERNE RIVER (IRE) 2.LETS GO TO VEGAS (IRE) 3.CORNERSTONE LAD

THE RESULT

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4th ............................................................

Time .........................................................

The Family & Friends of Colin Baldwin will present a cash prize of £50 to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. They will also present a memento to the winning owner and a bottle of champagne to the winning trainer and jockey.

Family & Friends of Colin Baldwin

COLIN BALDWIN 1931 - 2023

We are honoured to have celebrated many milestones with Colin and his family at Wetherby Racecourse, the most recent being his 90th Birthday on this very raceday in November 2021.

Colin is pictured here, on his last visit to Wetherby in November 2022; he truly loved coming racing and his delight was infectious.

Today his family and friends mark Colin’s final milestone with a race in his memory, and we shall all raise a glass to a true gentleman as the horses gallop by. Rest easy Colin. x

H.B.L.B. PRIZE MONEY The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £337,663 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from September to December 2023.

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Fourth Race

‘The Chairman’

FIFTH RACE 2.29

2m

THE JOIN RACING TV NOW ‘INTRODUCTORY’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £12519; Second £6261; Third £3129; Fourth £1566.

(Penalty Value £16338) A

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): D Skelton (49 wins from 178 runners, 28%) runs DELGANY BOBBY BLUE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 58 runners, 12%) runs DELGANY BOBBY BLUE Longest Traveller: FAVOUR AND FORTUNE trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 207 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION An Introductory Hurdle is a race which is restricted to horses which have not previously run in more than one hurdle race. This particular two mile contest is for four-year-olds and upwards. The weights are initially set at 11st for each runner with fillies and mares receiving a 7lb allowance from their male rivals. However, any runner that was successful on their first start will be allocated with a 5lb penalty.

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CONISTON GEORGE (IRE) (21) 216-1 D

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dazza Owner: Accurite Racing Breeder: Thistletown Stud

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st-lb

5

11-5

Jockey: Danny McMenamin Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke Sponsor: Accurite Machinery, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORMVIEWSet some sound foundations in a trio of bumpers last season and did well in making a successful debut over hurdles after 7 months off at Kelso (16.2f, heavy) 3 weeks ago, conceding experience and track position to a well-backed pointer. Open to progress.

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

2

FAVOUR AND FORTUNE (IRE) (25) 110-1 D

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fleur Rose (IRE) Owner: Hemmings Racing Breeder: Ballymorisheen Stables

5

11-5

Jockey: Tom Cannon Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of Southwell and Warwick bumpers last term. No impact in the Champion Bumper final start but easily made a successful debut over hurdles at Hereford (16.2f, good) last month. Sixth that day won since and with plenty more to offer, he looks the one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

3

TOMMY TIME (IRE) (27) 1-421

5

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Navaro (IRE) Owner: Mr Andrew Bradshaw Breeder: G. T. Morrow

11-5

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWIrishbumperwinnerwhomatchedthatformatthesecondtimeofaskingfornewyardwhenrunner-upunderapenaltyatSedgefieldlastmonth.Didn’t need to run to the same level to make a successful debut over hurdles at the same track (16.8f, soft) 19 days later and he’s open to progress. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

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BERTIE’S BALLET (GB) (217) 13/210- D

B g Albaasil (IRE) - More Ballet Money Owner: Falcon’s Line Ltd Breeder: Falcon’s Line Ltd

5

11-0

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper winner last season who should be capable of making his presence felt sent hurdling after 7 months off. Certainly worth a second look in the market.

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

5

DELGANY BOBBY BLUE (GB) (41) P/20-2

5

11-0

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Pretty Neat (IRE) Jockey: Tristan Durrell Owner: Charles And Rachel Wilson Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Charles Wilson Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes TIMEFORMVIEWShapedwithpromiseunderaconsiderateridewhenrunner-upinaChepstowbumperinFebruary.Neverinvolvednexttimebutofferedplentytoworkonafter 7monthsoff/awindoperationwhenrunner-upon hurdlesbowatUttoxeter(15.8f,goodtosoft)just under6weeksago.Shouldimprove.

Star RatingHHHII BHA-

6

FINN LOUGH (IRE) (251) 1-

4

11-0

B g Milan - Jerica Jockey: Craig Nichol Owner: Bowen, Boyes, Coxon, Haycock, Smith Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Thistletown Stud Sponsor: Swansway TIMEFORM VIEW €12,500 3-y-o, £45,000 4-y-o, Milan gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart hurdler (winner up to 3m) Splendid Thyne and useful hurdler (stayed 25f) His Nibs. Won sole start in Irish points (Mar 12).

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

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HELLENISTA (GB) (33)

5

B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Maven Owner: ALAW Breeder: Habton Farms

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

10-7

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicapper on Flat (stays 17f), well held at Musselburgh last month. Gets weight being the sole mare in the line-up but looks up against making her hurdling debut.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 24

2022: THRONE HALL 5 11 5 Gavin Sheehan 17-2 (Archie Watson) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.

Stewards Note: HELLENISTA: Following its run on 16/10/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Favour And Fortune (IRE), 4-1 Tommy Time (IRE), 7-1 Delgany Bobby Blue (GB), 8-1 Coniston George (IRE), 14-1 Bertie’s Ballet (GB), 20-1 Finn Lough (IRE), 66-1 Hellenista (GB) FAVOUR AND FORTUNE was one of the leading British-based bumper performers last season and, having landed the odds with the minimum of fuss on hurdling debut at Hereford last month, Alan King’s 5-y-o is fancied to follow up at the expense of Tommy PLAY SMARTER Time, who also made a winning start in this sphere recently and should have more to offer. Delgany Bobby Blue and Coniston George can do battle for third.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FAVOUR AND FORTUNE (IRE) 2.TOMMY TIME (IRE) 3.DELGANY BOBBY BLUE

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Fifth Race

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SIXTH RACE 3.04

2m

THE SAVE OUR SPORT SIGN THE PETITION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505.

(Penalty Value £5281)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): D Skelton (49 wins from 178 runners, 28%) runs PUNTA DEL ESTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 58 runners, 12%) runs PUNTA DEL ESTE Longest Traveller: PUNTA DEL ESTE trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 146 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. 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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RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) (211) 0/61211- C

B g Westerner - Chic Milan (IRE) Owner: Hemmings Racing Breeder: J.R. Weston

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st-lb

7

12-0

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t look back following low-key start over fences last season, winning 3 of his 4 subsequent starts in that sphere, including a handicap at Ayr (20.5f, good) when last seen in April. 3lb lower back hurdling and a bold show likely with trip/ground no problem.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 137

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IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH (IRE) (49) 11215/P- D

B g Tamayuz - London Plane (IRE) Owner: Brian Verinder & Alan Baxter Breeder: Shane Molan

6

11-0

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeupintoaprettyusefulnoviceacoupleofseasonsback,despitesomeseriouslyerrantjumping.Issuesinthatdepartmentcamehometoroostwhen pulled up on sole hurdles start last term and while much of his form on the Flat since has been solid, he clearly comes with risks attached. Star RatingHHHII BHA 123

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PUNTA DEL ESTE (FR) (230) 01300- D

4

10-12

Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Cap d’Ombree (FR) Jockey: Tristan Durrell (5) Owner: Darren & Annaley Yates Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Philippe Cottin & Noel Boudraa Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in France and promising start for this yard when third in the Victor Ludorum at Haydock (15.6f, good to soft) in February. Shaped up quite well in FredWinter next time and probably best to excuse his latest effort at Ascot, so he remains of interest.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 121

4

START IN FRONT (FR) (239) 102230- CD

4

10-2

Ch g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Extra Terrestrial (FR) Jockey: Nathan Moscrop Owner: Mr Robin Oliver Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Breeder: Jacques Beres Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds TIMEFORMVIEWAll-the-waywinnerofaC&DjuvenilehurdleonBritishdebutlastDecemberbutitwouldn’tbeharshtosaythathesubsequentlyfailed to build on that, for all that he was a creditable second in a Sedgefield handicap in February. Improvement needed.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 109 DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2022: HOMME PUBLIC (FR) 5 11 4 Henry Brooke 10-3 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: START IN FRONT: Following its run on 24/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Richmond Lake (IRE), 5-2 Punta Del Este (FR), 10-3 It’s Good To Laugh (IRE), 17-2 Start In Front (FR) Though PUNTA DEL ESTE was ultimately well held in the Fred Winter and in an Ascot handicap on his final two starts of last season, he remains one to be positive about in view of his encouraging British debut third in the Victor Ludorum. He gets the nod ahead of Richmond Lake, who did well over fences PLAY SMARTER last term and will be a big threat if fully tuned-up back hurdling following a seven-month break. It’s Good To Laugh is not short of ability but his haphazard jumping remains a serious concern.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PUNTA DEL ESTE (FR) 2.RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) 3.IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 3.39

3m 45y

THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) 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) A

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (18-23): M Hammond (19 wins from 281 runners, 7%) runs LE GRAND VERT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (7 wins from 18 runners, 39%) runs HORACIO APPLE’S Longest Traveller: READYSTEADYBEAU trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three mile handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 115. 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 115 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 110.

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SOUTHERN SAM (GB) (223) 3//32/22P-

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st-lb

9

12-2

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pougatcheva (FR) Jockey: Joe Anderson Owner: Tim Syder Trainer: Richard Bandey, Kingsclere Breeder: J B Property Developments (Midlands) Ltd Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Very lightly raced for his age and, while he was pulled up when last seen, he goes well fresh and returns from 7 months off with his stable going well. One to consider.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 117

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EAST STREET (IRE) (30) 32413-P CD

B g Mores Wells - Serpentine Mine (IRE) Owner: Hemmings Racing Breeder: Denis Cummins

7

Jockey: Peter Kavanagh Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

11-13

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner over hurdles and ran to a similar level switched to chasing last season, scoring over C&D in March. Lacklustre return at Carlisle a month ago but might come on for it.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 114

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LADRONNE (FR) (14) 6234-34 C

9

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

11-13

Jockey: William Shanahan (3) Trainer: Tjade Collier, Wilsden Sponsor: T C Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Well treated and looked as good as ever when fourth at this course a fortnight ago. Step back up in trip looks in his favour, so he’s likely to make an impact.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 114

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READYSTEADYBEAU (FR) (23) 451F1-6 D BF

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - La Ville Aux Dames (FR) Owner: Mrs Joanne Bilsland & Russell Breeder: Mr Pierre Julienne

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11-12

Jockey: Patrick Wadge (3) Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame mistakes to get off at the fourth attempt over fences at Ayr (21.5f) in February and bounced back from a fall to run out a dominant winner at Perth in April. Respectable return at Carlisle last month and should be spot on now.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 113

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BEST TRITION (IRE) (217) 4/610PP- D

B g Mustameet (USA) - Ad Astra (IRE) Owner: Foxtrot Racing Syndicate 1 Breeder: Michael Ronayne

8

11-11

Jockey: Dylan Johnston (6) Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his chase debut/reappearance effort well behind when leading near the finish at Ffos Las (heavy) in January.

However, endured a hard race and he took little interest subsequently. 7-month break should have helped.Star RatingHHHII BHA 112

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HORACIO APPLE’S (FR) (21) 33114-5 BF

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11-6

Ch g Saddex - Apple’s Noa (FR) Jockey: Toby Wynne (3) Owner: Highclere TB Racing - Apple and Dudgeon Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: D. Lumet, P. Coveliers & T. Cypres Sponsor: Swansway TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who shaped as if in need of the experience when fifth in a handicap at Kelso on chasing debut. Stable is going well and he should know more now, so worth chancing.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 107

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SIGURD (GER) (352) P451/6P- CD

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sky News (GER) Owner: Mrs E. A. Verity Breeder: Gestut Eulenberger Hof/Frankreich

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Jockey: Conor Rabbitt Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing

10-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner who was pulled up when last seen at Market Rasen 11 months ago. Always deserves respect at this track but hard to know if he’ll be fully tuned up.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 92 28

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LE GRAND VERT (FR) (232) 440/024-

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10-4

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Eliga (FR) Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Owner: Mr Richard Howard & Mr Ben Howard Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: S.C. P. Ecurie Pegase & Mme S. Mottier Sponsor: Effingham Steel Services Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner in France in summer 2021. No impact over hurdles for this yard but more encouragement in two chasing outings in the spring. Might need this return from 7 months off.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 91

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BALLYNAGRAN (IRE) (27) P4P-1PP CD

Br g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancyfacia (IRE) Owner: The Yorkshire Racing Partnership Breeder: Tony Lawlor

8

Jockey: Bruce Lynn Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing

10-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Hexham in May but highlighted his unreliability both starts since, and others make more appeal.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 89 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: GRANGE RANGER (IRE) 10 11 6 Emma Smith-Chaston 28-1 (Micky Hammond) 7 ran Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7, 8.

Stewards Note: SOUTHERN SAM: Following its run on 9/4/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

BEST TRITION: Following its run on 15/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Horacio Apple’s (FR), 7-2 Readysteadybeau (FR), 5-1 Southern Sam (GB), 15-2 East Street (IRE), 17-2 Ladronne (FR), 22-1 Best Trition (IRE), 28-1 Sigurd (GER), Le Grand Vert (FR), 33-1 Ballynagran (IRE) HORACIO APPLE’S should have benefited from his initial experience of chasing at Kelso 3 weeks ago and, with improvement expected, he can add to his stable’s excellent recent PLAY SMARTER spell. Readysteadybeau is a danger and Southern Sam is likely to be back on his game on reappearance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HORACIO APPLE’S (FR) 2.READYSTEADYBEAU (FR) 3.SOUTHERN SAM

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.09 - THE DRANSFIELDS CIU NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5173 to the winning horse The second to receive £2383, the third £1191 and the fourth £596. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. DRANSFIELDS have generously sponsored this will present a memento to the winning owner. 31 entries at £45. - Closed November 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3964; Second £1983; Third £991; Fourth £496. (Penalty Value £5173.70) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.44 - THE FOLLOW @racingtv ON TWITTER NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458 and the fourth £729. 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. November 16th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after November 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). Wetherby Steeplechase Committee Ltd will present a memento to the winning owner of this race 11 entries, 5 at £12 and 6 at £60. - Closed November 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.19 - THE SLINGSBY GIN PEAK CAP & PEARLS 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 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 16th. Penalties, after November 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Wetherby Racecourse & Conference Centre will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 17 entries at £50. - Closed November 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252.

(Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.54 - THE ‘CHAIRMAN’ COLIN BALDWIN MEMORIAL 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 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

November 16th. Penalties, after November 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The family of Colin Baldwin will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 12 entries at £60. - Closed November 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.29 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW ‘INTRODUCTORY’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £16338 to the winning horse The second to receive £7527, the third £3762 and the fourth £1884. for four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 16th.

Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. For the purposes of future penalties and qualification, this race will be treated as a Novices’ Hurdle Race. 14 entries at £150. - Closed November 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12519; Second £6261; Third £3129; Fourth £1566. (Penalty Value £16338) A SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.04 - THE SAVE OUR SPORT SIGN THE PETITION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215 and the fourth £608. 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. November 16th. Penalties, after November 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Wetherby racecourse & Conference centre will present a memento to the winning owner. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 30th March, 2024. 11 entries at £50. - Closed November 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.39 - THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 16th. Penalties, after November 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to November 15th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. Wetherby racecourse & Conference Centre will present a memento to the winning Owner. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 7th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Red Rum Series qualifier. 16 entries at £40. - Closed November 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) A SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. 31

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