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

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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RACE: 11:50

TWINJETS made the perfect start to life under the tutelage of Paul Nicholls when landing the spoils in taking fashion at Doncaster. The handicapper has had his say by putting the six-year-old up 9lb, but there should be more to come from him over this distance. The Same created a deep impression on his chasing bow when justifying favouritism at Market Rasen and can give the selection plenty to think about.

WIN: TWINJETS

DANGER: THE SAME

RACE: 12:25

ABBEYHILL found only subsequent Ascot scorer Top Cloud too strong on his latest outing at Taunton and a 5lb rise may not be enough to prevent the six-year-old from regaining the winning thread. The hat-trick seeking Shewearsthewellies isn’t taken lightly and is likely to give another good account of herself. Hexham victor Clovis Boy should have more to come now faced with a stiffer test of stamina, while handicap debutant Knacker Trapper is one to consider at longer odds.

WIN: ABBEYHILL

DANGER: SHEWEARSTHEWELLIES

RACE: 13:00

GAZETTE BOURGEOISE was just denied by the progressive James Jet on her seasonal bow at Ffos Las earlier in the month. The pair drew 22 lengths clear of the third-placed ﬁnisher that day and a 3lb rise looks far from insurmountable for Ben Case’s charge. Midnight Mary has posted some creditable efforts in class 3 events of late and she should be in the mix on this drop in grade. Anti Bridgie also looks capable of landing a race at this level.

WIN: GAZETTE BOURGEOISE

DANGER: MIDNIGHT MARY

RACE: 13:35

Konfusion has been off for a long time since his third on hurdling debut at Southwell, but is one to consider. Sao Carlos, who was strongly supported in the betting on his jumping bow at Lingﬁeld last month, is also respected despite having jumped out to the right on several occasions. However, BANTEER has a tad more experience and with the form of his Wincanton third looking solid, the Paul Nicholls-trained gelding may have the edge.

WIN: BANTEER

DANGER: SAO CARLOS

RACE: 14:15

Paul Nicholls introduces a highly appealing stable debutant in the shape of KABRAL DU MATHAN, who won his sole start over hurdles in France and looks well placed to make a big impact on his ﬁrst run on these shores. Having handled cut in the ground, he looks set to encounter ideal underfoot conditions and heads the shortlist based on potential for further progression. Ironopolis and Captain Potter are feared most of those with previous jumping experience, while the ex-Irish Silverbridge is notable on his hurdles/ stable debut.

WIN: KABRAL DU MATHAN

DANGER: IRONOPOLIS

RACE: 14:45

GUNSIGHT RIDGE was beaten into ﬁfth over 2m4f at Aintree when last sighted and the handicapper may have been kind to drop him 2lb for that display. Olly Murphy’s eight-year-old has been sidelined for over a year, but he has won ﬁrst time out in the past and this trip suits better. Xcitations didn’t run badly in defeat at Newbury last time and is 1lb lower now, so it would be no surprise to see him get into contention. Gold Des Bois is another to note.

WIN: GUNSIGHT RIDGE

DANGER: XCITATIONS

RACE: 15:20

WESTERN HARMONY changed hands for 115,000 pounds in the Goffs UK Spring sales in May and goes for the Nicky Henderson yard on his debut under Rules. The four-year-old was successful in the second of two point-to-points and appears a bright prospect. The Northernlights brings the best known form to the table after his ﬁfth at Cheltenham in October and should take a step forward. Any market support for 135,000-euro purchase Super Saint would make him of signiﬁcant interest for his powerful connections.

WIN: WESTERN HARMONY

DANGER: THE NORTHERNLIGHTS

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CHEPSTOW Race 1 12.00 2m 3f 100y 1 Another Lord (IRE) 11-4 2 Broughshane (IRE) 11-4 3 Check The Score (IRE) 11-4 4 Diamond Monarch (IRE) 11-4 5 Home And Dry (IRE) 11-4 6 Jongleur d’Etoiles (FR) 11-4 7 Largy Poet (IRE) 11-4 8 Mac’s Legacy (IRE) 11-4 9 Mahland (IRE) 11-4 10 Maximum Effort (GB) 11-4 11 Minella Blueway (IRE) 11-4 12 Mistymal (IRE) 11-4 13 Private Pike (GB) 11-4 14 Come On Nia (GB) 10-11 15 The Midwife (IRE) 10-11 Race 2 12.30 2m 11y 1 Imperial Saint (FR) 11-7 2 Ito Ditto (FR) 11-7 3 Jackpot d’Athou (FR) 11-7 4 Absolute Steel (IRE) 11-0 5 Captain Wallace (IRE) 11-0 6 Jasmin de Grugy (FR) 11-0 7 My Friend Sean (IRE) 11-0 8 Ruler Legend (IRE) 11-0 9 Shillanavogy (IRE) 11-0 10 Sky Power (IRE) 11-0 11 Solstice Saint (IRE) 11-0 12 Followango (IRE) 10-7 13 Inion Tiogair (IRE) 10-7

Race 3 1.05 2m 3f 98y 1 First Flow (IRE) 12-0 2 War Lord (GER) 10-12 3 Good Risk At All (FR) 10-7 4 Quel Destin (FR) 10-4 Race 4 1.40 2m 7f 131y 1 Dolphin Square (IRE) 12-0 2 Mario de Pail (FR) 11-9 3 Uncle Bert (GB) 11-6 4 J’Ai Froid (IRE) 11-4 5 Tanganyika (FR) 11-0 6 Bells of Peterboro (IRE) 10-13 7 Crossing The Bar (IRE) 10-12 8 Classic Concorde (IRE) 10-8 Race 5 2.10 1 Burdett Road (GB) 2 Authoceltic (FR) 3 Balboa (GB) 4 Harsh (GB) 5 Salver (FR) 6 Seahouses (GB)

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KEMPTON PARK Race 1 12.45 1 Soaring Glory (IRE) 2 Brookie (IRE) 3 Matterhorn (FR) 4 Rock House (IRE) 5 Our Champ (IRE) 6 Yorksea (IRE) 7 Aurigny Mill (FR) 8 Tapley (GB)

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Race 5 3.09 3m 1 Tea Clipper (IRE) 12-0 2 Enrilo (FR) 11-12 3 Tweed Skirt (GB) 11-10 4 Hidden Heroics (FR) 11-6 5 Unanswered Prayers (IRE) 11-6 6 The Little Yank (IRE) 11-4 7 Dalamoi (IRE) 11-4 8 Strictlyadancer (IRE) 10-13

Race 6 3.40 3m 121y 1 Glimpse of Gala (GB) 12-0 2 Midnightreflection (GB) 11-3 3 Martha Brae (GB) 11-1 4 Della Casa Lunga (IRE) 10-12 5 Emmpressive Lady (IRE) 10-9 6 Lassue (GB) 10-7 7 Holly Hartingo (IRE) 10-7 8 Fortunefavorsdbold (IRE)10-3 9 Jersey Lady (FR) 10-2 10 Gaye Legacy (IRE) 10-2 11 Fortuna Ligna (IRE) 10-2

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FIRST RACE 11.50

3m 45y

THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACES DAILY 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 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (18-23): O Murphy (17 wins from 79 runners, 22%) runs THE SAME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs TWINJETS Longest Traveller: TWINJETS trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 241 miles.

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TWINJETS (IRE) (12) 2P1-031 D

11-10

B g Jet Away - Shenamar (IRE) Owner: Mr C. W. Rodgers Breeder: Pat Morrissey

Jockey: Bryony Frost Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Dualbumperwinnerwhoattainedausefulleveloverhurdles,winning3timesatupto21fforMiltonHarris.Allthebetterforchasebowwhen making a winning debut for this yard at Doncaster 12 days ago, looking better than ever. Open to further improvement as a chaser. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 137

THE SAME (FR) (34) F/113-21 D

B g Network (GER) - Escort’beauty (FR) Owner: Premier Plastering (UK) Limited Breeder: Mr Emmanuel Clayeux

10-13

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: Motaclan

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o who scored on hurdles debut at Market Rasen (20.6f) in March prior to pair of in-the-frame efforts. Jumped accurately and ran out an impressivewinneronchasedebutataforementionedvenueinNovemberandlooksdestinedforbetterthings.Shouldstay(winningIrishpointer). Star RatingHHHHHBHA126 DECLARED RUNNERS 2

2022: GRANDADS COTTAGE (IRE) 7 10 6 William Kennedy 22-1 (Olly Murphy) 6 ran

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Twinjets (IRE), EVENS The Same (FR) Hard to split THE SAME and Twinjets who both ran out impressive winners over fences

PLAY SMARTER last time, the former shading the vote.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THE SAME (FR) 2.TWINJETS (IRE) 3.

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3m 26y

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Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60) A

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (18-23): M Hammond (19 wins from 273 runners, 7%) runs YOU SAY ITS OVER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mrs S J Smith (4 wins from 19 runners, 21%) runs IT’S MAISY Weightwatcher: ONE FER MAMMA won off a handicap mark of 102, his rating is now down 9lb to 93. Longest Traveller: INVINCIBLE DE MEE trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 242 miles. RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three mile handicap hurdle for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. It is also limited to conditional jockeys only. 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 110 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 105.

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SHEWEARSTHEWELLIES (IRE) (27) 3P-1211

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Kenny’s Girl (IRE) Owner: Mr G. C. Myddelton Breeder: Kennys Girl Syndicate

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Jockey: Toby Wynne Trainer: Lawney Hill, Aston Rowant Sponsor: Prolinx Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a quirky side, but it isn’t stopping her at present, winning 3 of her 4 starts since switching to handicap hurdles. A further 6lb rise makes life harder but further progress can’t be discounted. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 96

PERCULATOR (GB) (34) 24264-6

B m Telescope (IRE) - Ancora (IRE) Owner: SYPS (UK) Ltd & Mr M. Downing HRL Breeder: Dr Bryan Mayoh

12-0

Jockey: Tom Midgley Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner but yet to really kick on over hurdles. Should be sharper for last month’s Newcastle reappearance, though, and being dropped a further 2lb can only help. Star RatingHHHII BHA 96

CLOVIS BOY (GB) (35) 340-41

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Denisette (FR) Owner: Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

11-12

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on his handicap debut fourth of 19 on reappearance when seeing off 7 rivals over 2 1/2m in the mud at Hexham last month. Should be more to come from him now stepping up to 3m. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 95

KNACKER TRAPPER (IRE) (33) 044-005

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Present Line (IRE) Owner: Mr Dave Carter Breeder: G. T. Morrow

11-11

Jockey: Tristan Durrell Trainer: Andrew Crook, Leyburn Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers and similar standard in novice hurdles at up to 2 1/2m. More chance now handicapping and he’s bred to be suited by this longer trip. Star RatingHHHII BHA 93

ONE FER MAMMA (IRE) (14) 1/3500-P D

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Miss Martel (IRE) Owner: Miss Paula Smith Breeder: Mrs M. Brennan

Jockey: Charlotte Jones Trainer: Paula Smith, Malton

11-11

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with encouraging third at Haydock last season but left Matt Sheppard after ﬁnishing ﬁfth at Warwick a year ago and has struggled in 3 outings for current yard. Has lots to prove. Star RatingHIIII BHA 93

IT’S MAISY (IRE) (20) 0351-01

B m Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE) Owner: Mrs S. Smith Breeder: Jill Kinsella

Jockey: William Maggs (3) Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

11-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Fortunate winner of a 5-runner novice at Sedgeﬁeld in April but no luck about her 23f Market Rasen handicap success 3 weeks ago. Unexposed as a stayer and much respected off 4lb higher. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 85

AMBER GOLD (GB) (425) 45350/0-

B m Iktibas - Nativus (IRE) Owner: Mr Geoff Bonson Breeder: R. G. Bonson

11-2

Jockey: Bruce Lynn Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who weakened to ﬁnish well held on her 21f course reappearance in October. Still relatively unexposed but others arrive with much more pressing claims. Star RatingHHIII BHA 84 16

ABBEYHILL (IRE) (27) 64-4012 D BF

B g Shirocco (GER) - Tenable Owner: Colony Stables , Bunch & Dicks Breeder: Miss A. Lindsell

11-0

Jockey: Joe Anderson Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who landed a gamble in 7-runner handicap at Plumpton (25f, soft, 4/1) last month, suited by the increase test of stamina. Backed that up when second at Taunton (3m) 10 days later. Another 5lb higher here but still respected. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 82

YOU SAY ITS OVER (IRE) (14) 246P22

Gr m Kingston Hill - Beg La Eile (IRE) Owner: Resdev Breeder: Mr John Motherway

10-10

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for ﬁrst success but has been runner-up over 3m at Hexham on her last 2 outings. This looks more competitive so perhaps playing for minor honours at best again. Star RatingHHHII BHA 78

10 MY STRONG MAN (IRE) (34) 62642-0

B g Authorized (IRE) - Lady Chloe Owner: The Platinum Partnership Breeder: Philip Kirby

10-8

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden handicap hurdler who was well held at Newcastle last month. Others are more obvious. Star RatingHHIII BHA 76

11 EVEQUE (FR) (14) 564-P3U

Ch g Kotky Bleu (FR) - Gloria IV (FR) Owner: Mrs J. M. Walton Breeder: Vicomtesse Yves D’Armaille

10-7

Jockey: Peter Kavanagh Trainer: Jane Walton, Otterburn Sponsor: Dunns Houses

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but was third over fences at Newcastle last month and yet to be asked for effort when unseating 3 out at Hexham since. Reverts to hurdles now. Star RatingHHHII BHA 75

10-5

Jockey: Conor Rabbitt Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame twice over C&D last spring but off since a lesser run at Southwell in April and this long-standing maiden is probably best watched this time. Star RatingHHIII BHA 73

13 OLIVER’S ISLAND (IRE) (13) 2150-05 CD

B g Milan - Leading Rank (IRE) Owner: Hill House Racing Club Breeder: J. R. Weston

Jockey: Edward Austin Trainer: Jessica Bedi, Yarm

10-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways with a narrow success at Market Rasen last December. Not in the same form since, but now 5lb below that winning mark so dangerous if staging a revival. Star RatingHHHII BHA 71

14 INVINCIBLE DE MEE (FR) (49) 0032P-P

B g Authorized (IRE) - Koeur de Mee (FR) Owner: Oceans Racing Breeder: Andre Pommerai

10-2

Jockey: Ellis Collier (3) Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge Sponsor: Dragonbet, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Too free after 8 months off when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy) 49 days ago. Should step forward now but others are still preferred. Star RatingHHIII BHA 69 DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: THE IMPOSTER (FR) 5 11 1 Tom Buckley 5-2 (Nigel Hawke) 19 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 10, 12, 14. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Clovis Boy (GB), 11-2 It’s Maisy (IRE), 6-1 Shewearsthewellies (IRE), 7-1 Abbeyhill (IRE), 12-1 Eveque (FR), 14-1 You Say Its Over (IRE), 16-1 Perculator (GB), 18-1 My Strong Man (IRE), 20-1 Amber Gold (GB), Oliver’s Island (IRE), 33-1 One Fer Mamma (IRE), Storm Force One (GB), 40-1 Invincible de Mee (FR), 50-1 Knacker Trapper (IRE) IT’S MAISY relished the step up to around 3m when making a successful start to her handicap career at Market Rasen and is narrowly preferred to fellow lightly-raced PLAY SMARTER improver Clovis Boy. The thriving Shewearsthewellies and Neil Mulholland’s Abbeyhill are others likely to have a say. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IT’S MAISY (IRE) 2.CLOVIS BOY 3.SHEWEARSTHEWELLIES (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

William Hill 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. 17

Second Race

12 STORM FORCE ONE (GB) (243) PF0340-

B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Force In The Wings (IRE) Owner: Hedley, Little & Tomkins Breeder: T. M. Hayes

THIRD RACE 1.00

3m 45y

THE WILLIAM HILL NRNB CHELTENHAM FROM JANUARY 1ST MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Steeple Chase Series Qualiﬁer) for four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (18-23): M Hammond (19 wins from 273 runners, 7%) runs SHIGHNESS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (3 wins from 42 runners, 7%) runs HAUTE ESTIME Longest Traveller: HAUTE ESTIME trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three miles handicap hurdle for four-year-olds and upwards mares which have been rated from 0 to 120. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 110 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 105.

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HAUTE ESTIME (IRE) (32) 413-F55

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Terre Haute (IRE) Owner: Brahms & Liszt Breeder: Denis Duggan

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12-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences when taking 5-runner novice at Warwick in March and going well when falling heavily 3 out on return at Perth in September. Haslookedshortofpaceunderhold-uptacticsbothstartssincebuteasedintheweightsandcouldbeathreatifriddenmorepositivelyhere. StarRatingHHHIIBHA120

MIDNIGHT MARY (GB) (19) 222-435 C D

B m Midnight Legend - Epee Celeste (FR) Owner: Mr S A Richards and Louise Kemble Breeder: Mr S. A. Richards & Mrs L. Kemble

11-8

Jockey: Bryony Frost Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Sponsor: Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Good strike rate over hurdles (4-12) and perfect startin this sphere when landing a 6-runner mares’ handicap here (19.4f, soft) in January. Hasn’t done a great deal wrong in 6 subsequent appearances but she’s probably a shade too high in the weights for now. Star RatingHHHII BHA 114

GAZETTE BOURGEOISE (FR) (15) 42355-2

B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Jasmine (FR) Owner: Alex Harvey Breeder: Jean-Paul Bannier & Michele Bannier

11-8

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over hurdles and, though yet to strike in this sphere, she went close to doing so in this headgear combination when returning from 8 months off at Ffos Las (21.5f, heavy). 3lb nudge fair enough and she’s a major player back up in trip here. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 114

ANTI BRIDGIE (IRE) (33) 1P33-33 BF

11-7

B m Doyen (IRE) - Tobrigids (IRE) Jockey: Henry Brooke Owner: Foxtrot Anti Bridgie and Dreamweavers Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Sean Osborne TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in winning her ﬁrst 2 starts over hurdles at Sedgeﬁeld and Kelso last season and shaped well on chase debut when third in 7-runner event at Carlisle in October. Another promising effort when again third at Catterick (25.2f, good to soft) last month and she merits respect. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 113

SHIGHNESS (GB) (41) 4143-4P C

B m Passing Glance - Sharwakom (IRE) Owner: Keep The Faith Partnership Breeder: Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst

11-1

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Wilcocks Contractors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent performer over hurdles last term, winning twice at Market Rasen (23.1f), and given a considerate introduction to chasing after 7 months off when fourth at Carlisle. However, it would be something of an understatement to say that she failed to build on that next time. Star RatingHHIII BHA 107

ONESTEPATATIME (IRE) (29) 126-414 D BF

B m Jeremy (USA) - Good Thyne Lucy (IRE) Owner: Mr Anthony Ross Breeder: Greg & Jane Rossiter

10-8

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: John Wainwright, Malton

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced health strike rate over fences when landing a 6-runner handicap at Sedgeﬁeld (26.9f, heavy) on penultimate start. Wasn’t disgraced off this revised mark over the same C&D next time, for all that she failed to justify short-priced favouritism, and couldn’t rule out. Star RatingHHHII BHA 100 (-1) DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: JUNIPER 8 11 2 Sean Quinlan 9-4 (Harry Whittington) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 6. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Gazette Bourgeoise (FR), 7-2 Anti Bridgie (IRE), 4-1 Onestepatatime (IRE), 11-2 Haute Estime (IRE), 15-2 Midnight Mary (GB), 16-1 Shighness (GB)

GAZETTE BOURGEOISE travelled best throughout the race and was only mugged in the dying strides when returning to action at Ffos Las recently. Moving back up in trip here will not be a problem and she is taken to open her chase account at the eighth attempt. PLAY SMARTER Anti Bridgie has made a positive start over fences and is feared most ahead of Haute Estime and Onestepatatime. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GAZETTE BOURGEOISE (FR) 2.ANTI BRIDGIE (IRE) 3.HAUTE ESTIME (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

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Third Race

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FOURTH RACE 1.35

THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN YOUR ODDS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2712; Second £1357; Third £678; Fourth £339. (Penalty Value £3539.90)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (18-23): O Murphy (17 wins from 79 runners, 22%) runs SAO CARLOS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs BANTEER Longest Traveller: BANTEER trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 241 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 mile 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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BANTEER (IRE) (15) 25-53

B g Westerner - Robyn’s Rose (IRE) Owner: Hemmings Racing Breeder: J. Power & K. Power

age

st-lb

11-0

Jockey: Bryony Frost Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form when runner-up on the ﬁrst of 2 starts in bumpers and shaped much better than on his hurdling debut when third of 15 in a Wincanton novice (15.2f, heavy) 15 days ago. Open to further improvement. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

BLAZING SOLDIER (IRE) (227) U3-0

11-0

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Blazing Belle (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Owner: Racing To Proﬁt Syndicate Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Declan J. McGuinness Sponsor: Cube3 Construction TIMEFORM VIEW £3,000 5-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Evander. Dam unraced. Placed once from 3 starts in Irish points, last of 7 ﬁnishers last time (May 14). Star RatingHHIII BHA -

JEAN DE MONTS (FR) (25) 0

11-0

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Miss Chaparall (FR) Jockey: Henry Brooke Owner: The Nevers Racing Partnership III Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Jacques Cypres & SCEA Ecurie Biraben Sponsor: Swansway TIMEFORMVIEWShowed some ability when sixth in 2m minor event on only outing on Flat in France but shaped as if amiss when tailed off on his recent Doncaster hurdles debut. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

JO ARENGEOT BEY AA (FR) (39) 1-3

Gr g Polarix - Totoche Bey (FR) Owner: Mr N. Hartley Breeder: Mrs Catherine Bonneau

11-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £50,000 after winning his sole start between the ﬂags and offered something to work on when third in a bumper at Uttoxeter on Rules debut 39 days ago. Likely to need further in time but still worthy of consideration on hurdle bow. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

KONFUSION (GB) (533) 33-

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Tahira (GER) Owner: Mrs S. Smith Breeder: Mr Carl Hinchy

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

11-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer in bumpers and did the same sent hurdling when third in 5-runner novice at Southwell (15.8f) in July 2022. Not seen since. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

SAO CARLOS (GB) (36) 1-4 BF

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Valleyofthedolls Owner: Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & J Diver Breeder: Goldford Stud

11-0

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: Motaclan

TIMEFORM VIEW Justiﬁed favouritism when making a successful debut in a course bumper on Boxing Day last year. In need of the experience sent hurdling at Lingﬁeld last month and should have learnt plenty from that. Leading claims. Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

WALK ON QUEST (IRE) (276) 2-

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aure Antique (FR) Owner: Bernardine and Sean Mulryan Breeder: Herine Bloodstock

11-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW £100,000 buy after ﬁnished runner-up in an Irish point in March. Has had a breathing operation ahead of this Rules debut. Also ﬁtted with a tongue strap. Likely type. Star RatingHHHII BHA 20

2022: QUICK SHARPENER (IRE) 5 11 0 Charlie Hammond 17-2 (Dr Richard DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Newland) 17 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Banteer (IRE), 11-4 Sao Carlos (GB), 11-2 Jo Arengeot Bey Aa (FR), 6-1 Walk On Quest (IRE), 10-1 Konfusion (GB), 33-1 Blazing Soldier (IRE), 40-1 Jean de Monts (FR) SAO CARLOS should have derived plenty from last month’s hurdling debut at Lingfield, so he’s a confident choice to open his account at the second time of asking in this PLAY SMARTER sphere. Banteer is open to further improvement, with Walk On Quest an intriguing Rules newcomer. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SAO CARLOS 2.BANTEER (IRE) 3.WALK ON QUEST (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

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Into Overdrive took them along at a good gallop under Jamie Hamilton for the ﬁrst portion of the race. There would be no hiding places for any of those in behind and as they began their ﬁnal circuit the likes of Does He Know and market leader Karl Philippe began to struggle.

Turning for home it became a match race between Venetia Williams charge and the gutsy Empire Steel. The gallant grey came up alongside Fontaine Collonges as they jumped the third last but slowly the younger legs of Fontaine Collonges began to pull away once more.

Fontaine Collonges began to reel in the long time leader in the back straight, with the winner from 12 months ago fading after doing too much in the early stages.

They would go onto score by 14 lengths after an excellent round of jumping and she looks to be at the very top of her game at the moment. 21

Fourth Race

Rowland Meyrick Review | Monday 26th December

FIFTH RACE 2.15

THE WILLIAM HILL PLUS CARD JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Qualiﬁer) (GBB RACE) for juvenile three yrs old x Total prize fund £6500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2712; Second £1357; Third £678; Fourth £339. (Penalty Value £3539.90)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (18-23): O Greenall & J Guerriero (14 wins from 73 runners, 19%) runs SILVERBRIDGE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs KABRAL DU MATHAN Longest Traveller: SNOW FORECAST trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 242 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 miles hurdle race is allotted 11st (ﬁllies 10st 7lb), before previous winners are given a penalty dependant on the class of race which they won – 7lb for a victory over a hurdle race or 12lb for two.

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KABRAL DU MATHAN (FR) (161) 1

B g Pastorius (GER) - Nasthazya (FR) Owner: Neil Smith & Alﬁe Smith Breeder: Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau

11-7

Jockey: Bryony Frost Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut in juvenile hurdle at Clairefontaine (17f, soft) in July. Hood worn on that occasion is left off now starting out for Paul Nicholls. Leading claims. Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

CAPTAIN POTTER (GB) (20) 4

11-0

B g Almanzor (FR) - Astroglia (USA) Owner: Mr J. Cotterill Breeder: Niarchos Family

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) for Mark Walford. 40/1, remote fourth on the back of a wind op in juvenile hurdle at Market Rasen on his hurdling bow 20 days ago. Lots to prove. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

CARLTON (GB) (42)

11-0

Br g Frankel - Chantra (GER) Owner: Mr S. Rain Breeder: Gestut Haus Ittlingen

Jockey: Tom Midgley (3) Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor Sponsor: Swr Trading Limited, Probio Energy International Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat but failed to stay 1m4f when eighth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle 42 days ago. More needed now going hurdling. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

IRONOPOLIS (IRE) (85) 303

11-0

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Silken Soul Owner: Mr John Wade Breeder: Michael Enright

Jockey: Ross Chapman Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 1m4f Flat winner who has shown similar form in this sphere, cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code when third of 11 in juvenile at Sedgeﬁeld (16.8f, good to soft) 85 days ago. Shortlisted. Star RatingHHHII BHA 105

MAD MODE (GB) (33) 0

11-0

B g Ulysses (IRE) - Perfect Persuasion Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Owner: URSA Major Racing, D Pollitt & Partner Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Kristian Strangeway TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 7 in juvenile hurdle at Catterick (15.7f, good to soft, 5/1) on NH debut 33 days ago. Lots more is required. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

SILVERBRIDGE (GB) (76)

11-0

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Silverville (USA) Owner: Richard & Katherine Gilbert Breeder: The Silverville Partnership

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Sponsor: Straightline (NE) Ltd, Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in pair of 1m4f maidens on Flat and sold from John Joseph Murphy for 40,000 gns later in October. Considered hurdling debutant. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

SNOW FORECAST (GB) (208)

11-0

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Snow Ballerina Owner: Ruffles Winter Racing Club Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf

Jockey: Ellis Collier (7) Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to go on in three runs on the level for Jonathan Portman. Needs this yard switch to spark a resurgence on his hurdling debut. Star RatingHHIII BHA 22

CANTALUPO BELLA (GB) (41) 3

10-7

B f Massaat (IRE) - Otrooha (IRE) Jockey: Patrick Wadge (3) Owner: The Cantalupo Bella Partnership Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Mickley, Harc Syndicate & K. Whitehouse TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat who came in a remote third of 8 in juvenile hurdle (6/1) at Sedgeﬁeld (16.8f, heavy) on NH debut 41 days ago. Plenty more is required. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

ROSE DE LA JARRIE (FR) (8) 0

10-7

B f Elm Park - Marosa (FR) Owner: Walters Calling Breeder: Mr Philippe Diguet

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd, Awsm Farming Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 1 1/2m at Beaupreau on only outing on Flat for Elisabeth Allaire in France. Sold for €42,000 in September but came in a well-held seventh on her hurdles debut at Catterick 8 days ago. Not written off yet. Star RatingHHHII BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: START IN FRONT (FR) 3 11 0 Sean Quinlan 11-2 (Rebecca Menzies) 14 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note: MAD MODE: Following its run on 24/11/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right throughout. Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Kabral du Mathan (FR), 8-1 Ironopolis (IRE), Silverbridge (GB), 16-1 Cantalupo Bella (GB), 22-1 Captain Potter (GB), 33-1 Mad Mode (GB), Snow Forecast (GB), 66-1 Carlton (GB), Rose de La Jarrie (FR) KABRAL DU MATHAN rates the clear form pick on his debut victory at Clairefontaine in the summer and is hard to oppose now starting out with Paul Nicholls. Silverbridge has PLAY SMARTER some fair form to his name on the level so could emerge as the main danger now going hurdling for his new yard ahead of Sedgeﬁeld-third Ironopolis. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KABRAL DU MATHAN (FR) 2.SILVERBRIDGE 3.IRONOPOLIS (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

William Hill 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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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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Fifth Race

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SIXTH RACE 2.45

1m 7f 36y

THE WILLIAM HILL CASTLEFORD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 9lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (18-23): M Hammond (19 wins from 273 runners, 7%) runs CORNERSTONE LAD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 23 runners, 30%) runs GUNSIGHT RIDGE Longest Traveller: GOLD DES BOIS trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 148 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a one mile seven furlong handicap chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 150. It is also limited to conditional jockeys only. 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 110 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 105.

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XCITATIONS (GB) (25) 25P-513 D

B g Universal (IRE) - Bonnet’s Pieces Owner: G. Libson,D. Bayliss,T. Davies & P. Sly Breeder: Mrs P. Sly

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12-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual scorer last term who got back to winning ways when taking 6-runner handicap chase (9/2) at Sandown (15.4f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Found life tougher in better company at Newbury last time but mark doesn’t yet strike as excessive and he’s a player. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 137

GUNSIGHT RIDGE (GB) (389) 213P/15-

B g Midnight Legend - Grandma Griffiths Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley Breeder: M. and Mrs Watson

11-12

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: Motaclan

TIMEFORM VIEW Absent since respectable ﬁfth at Aintree last December and had won ﬁrst time up at the same course (15.8f) previously. Returns on a fair mark and is stll relatively low mileage as a chaser, so can’t be discounted despite absence. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 135

CORNERSTONE LAD (GB) (39) 44243-2 CD

11-2

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 at best and though not quite at the same level over fences, he ran respectably in the wake of a facile winner when second of 6 in handicap chase at this course (19.4f, heavy, 13/2) 39 days ago. Mark has eased further and he’s in the mix. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 125

ESCAPEANDEVADE (IRE) (28) 2/31P4-4

B g Westerner - Sandrinechoix (FR) Owner: The Escapees Breeder: Ms Leah Mc Coy

10-12

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: James Ewart, Langholm Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner remains lightly raced under Rules, though made the most of a good opportunity when scoring at Ayr last January.Weak ﬁnishes have become a regular feature of his efforts, including over C&D last month, and he remains with something to prove. Star RatingHHHII BHA 121

GOLD DES BOIS (FR) (40) 546-320

Ch g Full of Gold (FR) - Equatoriale (FR) Owner: Mr Raymond Anderson Green Breeder: Mme Joelle Brillet & Mr Michel Brillet

10-12

Jockey: Craig Nichol Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Sponsor: Bloomﬁelds Raceline Horseboxes

TIMEFORMVIEWLandedback-to-backcontestsatKelsolastautumnandrancreditablytomaketheplacingsthereonhisﬁrst2outingstherethisterm. Well held up in grade at Cheltenham last time and he’s not fully discounted in more realistic company. Star RatingHHHII BHA 121 2022: MALYSTIC 8 11 10 Danny McMenamin 13-2 (Peter Niven) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Gunsight Ridge (GB), 5-2 Xcitations (GB), 7-2 Escapeandevade (IRE), 7-1 Gold des Bois (FR), 17-2 Cornerstone Lad (GB) GUNSIGHT RIDGE can make a winning return for the second consecutive season, his mark now only 2lb higher than when scoring at Aintree on his last season’s comeback. PLAY SMARTER Xcitations should be more at home in this company than when third at Newbury last time and rates as the main danger, with Cornerstone Lad taken to complete the 1-2-3. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GUNSIGHT RIDGE 2.XCITATIONS 3.CORNERSTONE LAD

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THE CORAL WELSH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (Run In Memory Of Kim Gingell) (GBB RACE) for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £150000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £65370, 2nd £26835, 3rd £13425, 4th £6705, 5th £3360, 6th £1680.(Penalty Value £85425)

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IWILLDOIT (GB) (46) 3/11/15-2 CD

12-0

Br B g Flying Legend (USA) - Lyricist’s Dream O Diamond Racing Ltd B R. L. Brown

Dylan Johnston (7) J Sam Thomas, Cardiff T Diamond Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won this in 2021 and deﬁed an absence of 13 months when following up in the Classic Chase at Warwick last winter. Solid reappearance second over hurdles at Aintree last month and this has presumably been the target. Player. TFRHHHHI BHA153

COMPLETE UNKNOWN (IRE) (25) 1212-10 BF

11-13

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Silver Stream (IRE) Harry Cobden J O JCG Chua & I Warwick Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B Mr & Mrs A. Cox Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd, Deepbridge Capital Llp S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and quickly developed into a smart chaser, ﬁnishing second in 3m Aintree Grade 1 ﬁnal start. Won over 2 1/2m on Newton Abbot reappearance but faded out of the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury since. Not sure he wants an extreme stamina test such as this. TFRHHIII BHA152 (-1)

THE BIG BREAKAWAY (IRE) (18) 22PF-5P C BF

11-8

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Princess Mairead (IRE) O Eric Jones, Geoff Nicholas, John Romans B William Mangan

Adam Wedge J Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in this off 1lb higher last year but has completed on only one of his 4 outings since, running no sort of race in the Becher at Aintree latest. Hard to be conﬁdent about at present. TFRHHIII BHA147 (-3)

THE GALLOPING BEAR (GB) (284) 1D/3F2P-

11-6

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Cheshire Kat O Mr Adrian Paterson B Goldford Stud

Sam Twiston-Davies J Ben Clarke, Beaminster T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful staying chaser. Might have hit the frame but for falling 4 out in this last year. Good second in Eider Chase at Newcastle next time. Has had wind surgery ahead of this reappearance. This a tough ask ﬁrst time up. First-time visor replaces cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA145

NASSALAM (FR) (18) 6300-41 C

11-6 (in 4lb ex)

Br Ch g Dream Well (FR) - Ramina (GER) O John and Yvonne Stone B S.A.R.L. Genetique Obstacle

Caoilin Quinn (3) J Gary Moore, Horsham T K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted very positively to reﬁtted blinkers when an emphatic winner of the trial over 3m here 18 days ago, beating Wayﬁnder by 5 1/2 lengths but value for more like double the margin. Stamina is an unknown over 6f further but he’s weighted to have a big say under a 4lb penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA141 (+8)

CHAMBARD (FR) (18) PU44-21

Br B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Regina Park (FR) O David & Carol Shaw B A. Cypres, A. Maggiar & E. Roussel

11-5 (in 4lb ex)

Miss Lucy Turner (5) J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Ended2021/22campaignwithsuccessintheKimMuirattheCheltenhamFestival.Disappointedlastseasonbutﬁrmlybackontrack this time round, winning Becher at Aintree (heavy) 18 days ago. Might be vulnerable under a 4lb penalty here, though. TFRHHHII BHA140 (+9)

IRON BRIDGE (IRE) (26) 15122-P

Br B g Milan - Chit Chat O Hemmings Racing B Sean Murphy

11-3

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/dual hurdle winner who took well to chasing last season, winning twice. Ran no sort of race on his 2 1/2m Newbury reappearance but this return to 3m+ will suit and he remains unexposed as a stayer. TFRHHHII BHA142

TRUCKERS LODGE (IRE) (18) 4501-B1 C

Br B g Westerner - Galeacord (IRE) O Gordon & Su Hall B Mrs Ann Hogan

11-2 (in 4lb ex)

Freddie Gingell (5) J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW This veteran is running in this for the ﬁfth time (placed on 3 occasions) and showed he retains most of his ability when winning the London National at Sandown 18 days ago. Likely to be plugging on when others have cried enough. TFRHHHII BHA137 (+4)

ONLY THE BOLD (IRE) (31) 2/114-0P

10-10

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Cloghoge Lady (IRE) O ValueRacingClub.co.uk B Mr F. Whelan

Jack Tudor J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

10 AUTONOMOUS CLOUD (IRE) (31) 2/2221-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner for Evan Williams and proved a different proposition over fences in headgear for present connections last term, scoring at Bangor and Hereford. Has disappointed in 2 outings back hurdling this season, though. TFRHHIII BHA135

Br B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - August Hill (IRE) O Mr Terry Warner & The McNeill Family B Liam Quinn

10-9 (in 4lb ex)

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive young chaser who edged out Iron Bridge (Super Survivor third) in strong 3m Uttoxeter novice handicap on ﬁnal start last season. Reappeared to win another 3m Uttoxeter handicap (heavy) a month ago and very much unexposed after only a handful of starts over fences. TFRHHHHI BHA130 (+5)

11 ICEO MADRIK (FR) (26) UF2PP-0

10-5

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Sunday Madrik (FR) O Prof. Caroline Tisdall B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Les Boulaines & Isabelle

David Noonan J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

12 SUPER SURVIVOR (IRE) (36) 21/213-2 C BF

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser in France for David Cottin but he has offered little so far for this yard, including back hurdling on Newbury reappearance 26 days ago. Plenty to prove. TFRHHIII BHA130 (-3)

Br B g Shantou (USA) - All The Best Mate (IRE) O Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood B M. Sheehy

10-5

Gavin Sheehan J Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T Betvictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dualhurdleswinnerwithapositiveproﬁle overfences,winning3mnovicehandicaponthis carda yearago. Shapedwell whensecondtostablemateGit Maker on 3m Lingﬁeld return. Low-mileage improver for a trainer/jockey pairing which has already plundered one big handicap chase this winter. TFRHHHHI BHA130 (+1)

13 AMATEUR (IRE) (178) P6P3-10 C

Br Ch g Giant’s Causeway (USA) - Adja (IRE) O Burnham P & D Ltd B Dayton Investments Ltd

10-2

Connor Brace J John Flint, Bridgend T Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Added to his good Ffos Las record with a win in May but off since a lesser run in the Summer Cup at Uttoxeter in July. Likely up against it in a race as competitive as this back from 6 months off. TFRHHIII BHA126

14 CHARLIE UBERALLES (GB) (46) 21441-3

Br Ch g Geordieland (FR) - Sovereignoftheseas O Mr G. Critchley B Mrs A. M. L. Munnis

10-2

Danny McMenamin J Dianne Sayer, Penrith T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 3m chase winner in the ﬁrst half of last season but not seen again until third in a 22.5f Kelso novice hurdle in November. Remains unexposed as a chaser but this will be a very different test to anything he’s faced previously. TFRHHIII BHA126

15 WAYFINDER (IRE) (18) P4P-3F2 C

Br Br g Shantou (USA) - Sibury (IRE) O The Wayﬁnders B Mrs Rita Kent

10-2

Lilly Pinchin J Rebecca Curtis, Newport T William Hill S

TIMEFORMVIEW Back on track this season after wind surgery, chasing home Nassalam in the trial here (3m, heavy) 18 days ago. Pulled up in this 12 months ago but can fare better this time round. TFRHHHII BHA125 (+2)

16 BLADE RUNNER (FR) (33) 13-311P C

10-2

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Cutting Edge (FR) Freddie Gordon (5) J O Holman,Widdows,Banks,Lloyd Chris Gordon, Winchester T B Nicolas Madamet & Ian Kellitt Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Proliﬁc over fences, making it 5 wins from only 6 starts in this sphere at Plumpton in November. Ran poorly over hurdles at Ascot since but better can be expected back over the larger obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA124 (-2)

17 MAX DYNAMO (GB) (38) 3P/160-2 C Br B g Midnight Legend - Vivante (IRE) O Mrs M. J. Wilson B Mrs M. J. Wilson

10-2

James Turner (7) J Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham T Andrew Coombs, Coombs Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who made light of a 10-month absence to win here in February and added to his good record fresh when second in the Southern National at Fontwell on his reappearance last month. 7lb out of weights here, though. TFRHHIII BHA120

18 DOMAINE DE L’ISLE (FR) (14) 6014-PP CD Br B g Network (GER) - Gratiene de L’Isle (FR) O Mr L M Power and Mr Ian Hutchins B Mme Veronique Sayet

10-2

Ned Fox (5) J Sean Curran, Swindon T

TIMEFORM VIEW Tumbled down the weights and ﬁnally took advantage when landing small-ﬁeld marathon over C&D in March. That wasn’t a particularly strong race, though, and he’s pulled up both starts this season. TFRHHIII BHA119 (-2)

19 DIDERO VALLIS (FR) (12) 55PP-30 Br B g Poliglote - Oreade Vallis (FR) O Normans, Ramsay, Tufnell & Bishop B Mr Andre Noel Dutertre

10-2

Charlie Deutsch J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his best. Disappointed last season but has posted 2 decent efforts in cross-country events at Cheltenham this time round. Long way out of the handicap here, however. TFRHHIII BHA115

20 NOT SURE (IRE) (19) 1313-13

Br Br g Presenting - Pink Mist (IRE) O Mr Will Roseff B R. Tanner

10-2

Richard Patrick J Kerry Lee, Presteigne T Fitzdares Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Building up a solid record over fences, winning on 3m Wetherby reappearance and third of 10 at Sandown (3m, heavy) since. 12lb out of the handicap in this, though. TFRHHIII BHA115 (+1) DECLARED RUNNERS 20 2022: THE TWO AMIGOS 10 10 1 David Prichard 16-1 (Nicky Martin) 17 ran Visor worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 5, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 9, 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 17. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 18. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 20. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note: THE GALLOPING BEAR: Following its run on 18/3/2023 it was reported that the horse needed more testing conditions. ONLY THE BOLD: Following its run on 26/11/2023 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat. Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Super Survivor (IRE), 13-2 Nassalam (FR), Autonomous Cloud (IRE), 11-1 Iwilldoit (GB), Complete Unknown (IRE), 14-1 Chambard (FR), 16-1 Iron Bridge (IRE), 18-1 The Big Breakaway (IRE), Truckers Lodge (IRE), 20-1 The Galloping Bear (GB), 25-1 Wayfinder (IRE), 33-1 Only The Bold (IRE), 50-1 Blade Runner (FR), 66-1 Charlie Uberalles (GB), Didero Vallis (FR), Not Sure (IRE), 80-1 Max Dynamo (GB), 100-1 Amateur (IRE), 150-1 Iceo Madrik (FR), Domaine de L’Isle (FR) A chance is taken on NASSALAM’s stamina as he won the trial here earlier in the month with plenty in hand and looks well treated under a 4lb penalty. 2021 winner Iwilldoit looked as good as ever when second over hurdles at Aintree on his reappearance and this has PLAY SMARTER presumably been the plan. Autonomous Cloud and Super Survivor are young staying chasers who likely have bigger performances in them and complete the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NASSALAM (FR) 2.IWILLDOIT 3.AUTONOMOUS CLOUD (IRE)

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THE WILLIAM HILL RADIO OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) for four and ﬁve yrs old x Total prize fund £4500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (18-23): O Murphy (17 wins from 79 runners, 22%) runs BARLOVENTO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (11 wins from 40 runners, 28%) runs WESTERN HARMONY Longest Traveller: SUPER SAINT trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 241 miles. RACE DESCRIPTION As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry. This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four, five and six and will be run over two miles.

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BACKBYJET (IRE) (66) 650-045

11-2

B g Jet Away - Bonny Blackdoe (IRE) Owner: Steel A Win & Partners Breeder: Mrs Deirdre McGrath

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a point from plenty of attempts but not much encouragement in his Rules debut at Sedgeﬁeld a couple of months ago. Others preferred. Star RatingHIIII BHA -

BARLOVENTO (IRE) (-)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Playhara (IRE) Owner: Mr Aiden Murphy Breeder: E. O’Connor & K. Harding

11-2

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: Motaclan

TIMEFORM VIEW €72,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Dam (h111), 2m-2 1/2m hurdle winner (stayed 3m), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Martha Brae out of 19f-21f hurdle/chase winner Harringay. One to note. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

BARRABOOKA (IRE) (346) 1-

B or Br g Presenting - Poppy Baloo (IRE) Owner: Sarah & Wayne Dale Breeder: Stephanie Hanly

11-2

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

TIMEFORMVIEWPresenting gelding. Dam unraced sister to top-class hurdler/very smart chaser (winner up to 21f) OscarWhisky. Successful sole outing in Irish points (Jan 2023). From a good family and makes plenty of appeal on Rules debut. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

GRAND GESTE (IRE) (83) 0

Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Lake Cresent (IRE) Owner: Mr John Wade Breeder: Mr & Mrs James Hannon

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

11-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 66/1, seventh of 9 in bumper at Warwick (16f, good) on NH debut 83 days ago. Others make more appeal. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

JAX JUNIOR (GB) (-)

B g Jack Hobbs - Double Storm Owner: Mrs Cheryl Burton Breeder: Mrs C R Burton

11-2

Jockey: Sean Quinlan Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Sponsor: Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs gelding. Dam placed in bumpers/well held sole start over hurdles. Interesting newcomer. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

SUPER SAINT (FR) (-)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - La Champmesle (FR) Owner: Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton Breeder: Mrs G. M. Thoumas & Mrs A. M. Bouysse

11-2

Jockey: Bryony Frost Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Sponsor: John Cotton (Group) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW €135,000 3-y-o, Saint Des Saints gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler in France/Italy Champ de Bataille. Dam 2 1/4m hurdle winner in France. Very much one to consider. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

THE NORTHERNLIGHTS (IRE) (60) 25

Br g Califet (FR) - Fruitful Venture (IRE) Owner: Mr Raymond Anderson Green Breeder: Mr Darren Collins

11-2

Jockey: Craig Nichol Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a point bumper and there was some encouragement when ﬁfth in a bumper at Cheltenham a couple of months ago. Will likely need to improve on that, however. Star RatingHHHII BHA 32

WESTERN HARMONY (IRE) (227) 0-1

B g Champs Elysees - Littlemissthistle (IRE) Owner: Mr N. Sutton Breeder: Littlemissthistle Partnership

11-2

Jockey: Mr Ben Sutton (7) Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Sponsor: Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £115,000 after winning his second of 2 starts in Irish points in the spring. Makes plenty of appeal for a leading stable with a strong bumper record. Star RatingHHHHH BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: TARRAS WOOD (IRE) 4 11 2 Bryony Frost 2-1 (Paul Nicholls) 14 ran Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 2, 5. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Super Saint (FR), Western Harmony (IRE), 11-2 Barlovento (IRE), 6-1 The Northernlights (IRE), 15-2 Barrabooka (IRE), 12-1 Jax Junior (GB), 33-1 Grand Geste (IRE), 66-1 Backbyjet (IRE) WESTERN HARMONY has been picked up by a top yard after winning a point and he’s fancied to make a successful Rules debut at the possible expense of Super Saint, who PLAY SMARTER makes plenty of appeal on paper. Barrabooka, another one that has won between the ﬂags, is also worth considering. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WESTERN HARMONY (IRE) 2.SUPER SAINT (FR) 3.BARRABOOKA (IRE)

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3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 11.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACES DAILY 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. December 26th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after December 16th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 10 entries, 7 at £12 and 3 at £60. - Closed December 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.25 - THE FOLLOW @willhillracing ON TWITTER CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Penalties, after December 16th, 2023, for each hurdle race 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 December 24th, 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. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 19 entries at £30. - Closed December 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60) A SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.00 - THE WILLIAM HILL NRNB CHELTENHAM FROM JANUARY 1ST MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Steeple Chase 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 fillies and mares only, 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. December 26th. Penalties, after December 16th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All horses which finish in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of about Three Miles About One and a Half Furlongs (3m 1f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 18th April, 2024. (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 8 entries at £40. - Closed December 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.35 - THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN YOUR ODDS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3539 to the winning horse The second to receive £1630, the third £815 and the fourth £408. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 35 entries at £30. - Closed December 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2712; Second £1357; Third £678; Fourth £339. (Penalty Value £3539.90) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.15 - THE WILLIAM HILL PLUS CARD 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. £3539 to the winning horse The second to receive £1630, the third £815 and the fourth £408. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in 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. (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 13 entries at £30. - Closed December 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2712; Second £1357; Third £678; Fourth £339. (Penalty Value £3539.90) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.45 - THE WILLIAM HILL CASTLEFORD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Penalties, after December 16th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of William Hill. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. (24 hour declarations apply to this race) PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 8 entries at £125. - Closed December 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 9lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.20 - THE WILLIAM HILL RADIO OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. 21 entries at £22. - Closed December 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. 35

FIXTURES 2024 WWW.WETHERBYRACING.CO.UK Our best ticket prices are available when booking in advance on our website. Concessions for those aged 66yrs and over and for students are available on advance booking. Saturday 13th January - The William Hill Towton Medieval Day featuring the William Hilll Towton Novices' Chase

Thursday 25th January - Weekday Racing Saturday 3rd February - Vickers.Bet Raceday Thursday 29th February - Weekday Racing Tuesday 19th March - Weekday Racing Thursday 28th March - Wear a Hat Day supporting Yorkshire's Brain Tumour Society & Brain Tumour Research

Friday 5th April - Easter Raceday Sunday 28th April - Vickers.Bet Family Raceday * also featuring the Poundland Mascot Gold Cup

Monday 3rd June - Evening Racing * Tuesday 11th June - Ladies’ Evening * Wednesday 16th October - The Opening Meeting 2024/25 Jump season Opening Meeting supporting Spinal Research

Friday 1st November - The bet365 Meeting Day One - featuring the British Horse Society Charity Race

Saturday 2nd November - The bet365 Meeting Day Two - featuring the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase

Saturday 16th November - The Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday Wednesday 27th November - Weekday Racing Saturday 7th December - Christmas Jumper Saturday Thursday 26th December - The William Hill Yorkshire Christmas Meeting Day One - featuring the William Hill Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase

Friday 27th December - The William Hill Yorkshire Christmas Meeting Day Two - featuring the William Hill Castleford Handicap Chase

Additional Family Entertainment *Flat Racing