Wetherby Racecard - Thursday 28th March

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HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

Sex of Horse

Horse’s Saddlecloth Number

Horse’s Name

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

7 11-2

Gr g Gentlewave (IRE) - Grainne Ni Maille Jockey: Darragh O’Keeffe

Owner: Robcour Trainer: M. F. Morris, Ireland

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud & Mrs M. L. Luck

TIMEFORMVIEWLoweredthecoloursofsubsequentIrishGrandNationalwinnerIAmMaximusatFairyhouseonhischasingdebutlastwinterandshapedwellafter9monthsoff whenrunner-uptoEasyGameinPWCChampionChaseatGowran(20f,heavy)5weeksago Interestingcontenderwithracefitnessonhisside. StarRatingHHHIIBHA154

Days since last ran Form Weight Carried Age Colour of Horse Form Comments Jockey

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

Official BHA Rating

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

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

Form Guide

The figures in red display the horse’s previous form, with the number denoting finishing position. The number on the right shows the runners most recent result, with abbreviations used also. A layoff from racing is shown with either - or / CD - Course and distance winner; BF - Beaten favourite; F - Fell; B - Brought down; P - Pulled up; R - Refused; S - Slipped up; U - Unseated rider; R - Ran out.

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

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

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LAST TIME OUT | TUESDAY 19TH MARCH

Act Of Authority took the win in the opener for Olly Murphy and Sean Bowen. Despite having just the three runners, this was a tightly contested race and in the end, Act Of Authority justified his favouritism in the market. He led throughout despite a mistake from two out but was always doing enough to seal the win ahead of his rivals.

The second went the way of V Twelve for trainer Martin Todhunter. Ridden here by William Maggs, the gelding raced prominently throughout, keeping just in touch with the leaders. He pushed up to contest the lead with Dan Skelton’s Lone Soldier and despite making a mistake at the last he kept on well to seal his first win since October 2022.

Carrigeen Castle more than justified his favouritism in the third race of the day as the Micky Hammond trained gelding made light work of his rivals to win by eleven lengths. Ridden by Brian Hughes raced prominently early on before swiftly taking the lead after the sixth fence. From there none of his rivals were able to lay a glove on him as he stormed to an easy win.

Nigel Twiston-Davies got a win in the fourth as Jordan Nailor rode Top Of The Bill to victory in impressive style. The gelding had been in fine form of late with a pair of back-to-back wins at Exeter earlier in the season before finishing third of four at the same course last month He bounced back to winning ways here, staying on well to get the win ahead of Shighness in second.

Our penultimate race looked an open one on paper though proved anything but. Tina Jackson’s Kinder Kid storming clear from three hurdles out to take the lead and soon going clear It ended up being a comfortable win for the gelding, seven lengths clear of the joint-favourites Mister Barclay and Fainche.

The day’s finale was a bumper, won by Castle Ivers for the duo of Olly Murphy and Sean Bowen. The classy gelding making it two wins from three starts in rules this season and he very much looks one to keep an eye on. He travelled very well throughout and proved too much for his rivals to deal with.

CASTLE IVERS

TOP OF THE BILL

CARRIGEEN CASTLE

ACT OF AUTHORITY KINDER

THE BUZZ

by Wetherbee

RACE ONE

Representing the in-form Mark Walford yard, GOLDWYN posted another creditable effort in defeat when runner-up at Newcastle last month. A similar performance may prove sufficient for the seven-year-old in this weaker-looking affair with the main threat possibly coming in the shape of Breizh River, who has 6lb to find with the selection on the ratings but further improvement cannot be ruled out. Bodygroove and Rattling Road are also worth a second look.

TOTEWIN: GOLDWYN

RACE TWO

TOTEEACHWAY: BREIZH RIVER

Although Marshalled arrives as the highest-rated contender in this selling event, he hasn’t been seen over hurdles since June 2022. His two performances over fences this year have lacked spark so it may be worth taking a chance on MADE FOR YOU instead. Olly Murphy’s charge is capable on his day and a return to this stiffer test of stamina could be enough for him to land the spoils. Foveros arrives in good heart and is a viable alternative

TOTEWIN: MADE FOR YOU

RACE THREE

TOTEEACHWAY: FOVEROS

ROYAL MER relished the drop in distance when regaining the winning thread over 2m at Leicester A 6lb rise looks far from insurmountable and a fourth victory of the season could beckon. Although beaten when coming to grief at Sedgefield, Harel Du Marais performed with enough credit to suggest that he can pose a danger in this event. He may give the selection most to think about, ahead of C&D scorer Beat The Edge.

TOTEWIN: ROYAL MER

RACE FOUR

TOTEEACHWAY: HAREL DU MARAIS

A faller at the last when leading in a novice hurdle here over the extended 2m3f last month, WILLSBURG now moves in the handicap ranks and is taken to overturn form with the arguably fortuitous winner Magical King on 4lb better terms. Stepping up in trip is another plus and it may be that the class-dropping Yes Day and Newbury winner Knowwhentoholdem give him the most to think about. Good Look Charm and Idem are plenty capable on their day as well.

TOTEWIN: WILLSBURG

RACE FIVE

TOTEEACHWAY: KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM

It is difficult to look past IMPERIAL ALEX, who deservedly got off the mark over fences with an imperious display at Chepstow Tom Lacey’s charge continues to improve and is 5lb well-in under his penalty so is readily preferred to Taste The Fear, who has dropped 3lb below his last winning mark, although he has shown very little of late. The unexposed Pats Dream would have claims if bouncing back to the form of his third at Kelso in October

TOTEWIN: IMPERIAL ALEX

RACE SIX

TOTEEACHWAY: TASTE THE FEAR

KINDER KID was an impressive winner over C&D nine days ago when stepped up to 3m for the first time. With further improvement to come over this staying trip he is fancied to defy the penalty en route to further success. It’s Maisy found just one too strong when going in search of her hat-trick at Southwell last month and she merits respect from an unchanged mark, while Asa is one to look out for on her second start following wind surgery.

TOTEWIN: KINDER KID

RACE SEVEN

TOTEEACHWAY: IT’S MAISY

Olly Murphy often does well in these types of contests and DANGEROUS TOUCH, who was picked up for 135,000 pounds at the sales in December having struck the woodwork in a Ballindenisk point-to-point, could be the answer to this tricky puzzle. Martin Plage has shown promise on both of his starts under Rules and must feature prominently in calculations, while others to note include Jeune Prince, Seek Him There and Stress Reaction.

TOTEWIN: DANGEROUS TOUCH

TOTEEACHWAY: MARTIN PLAGE

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THE #WEARAHATDAY SUPPORTING BRAIN TUMOUR AWARENESS MONTH MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20) colours no horse

Leading course trainer (19-24): M Hammond (19 wins from 272 runners, 7%) runs BODYGROOVE & LILLISTAR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs ALDBOURNE & RATTLING ROAD

Longest Traveller: ALDBOURNE & RATTLING ROAD trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION The term ‘maiden’ inspires thoughts of damsels in distress but in horse racing terms it takes on a different meaning. When a horse is referred to as a maiden, be it a colt or a filly, it simply means that they have yet to win a race. Many of the runners aged four-years-old and upwards in this two mile race will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today.

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Always Gentle (IRE) Jockey: Patrick Wadge (3)

Owner: Richard & Katherine Gilbert

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd Sponsor: Straightline (NE) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 10f on Flat. Sixth of 10 in novice hurdle (50/1) at Ayr (16f, good to soft) 20 days ago, not knocked about. Can do better in due course. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

B g Stormy River (FR) - Ilerda (GER)

Jockey: Craig Nichol

Owner: Border Caravans Ltd Trainer: Paul Robson, Hawick

Breeder: SCEA Haras Des Evees & Mr Daniel Cherdo

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler 22/1, very good second of 12 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17f, soft) 21 days ago Solid form claims. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 107

3 FOREST BLAZE (GB) (23) 4

Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Ixora (IRE)

5 11-6

Jockey: Tom Midgley (3)

Owner: M Blades, Craggs, Clark and Cambridge Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Greenlands Farm Stud Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 12 in bumper (15/2) at Newcastle (16.9f, heavy) on NH debut 23 days ago Much respectd on his hurdles debut. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

4 GOLDWYN (IRE) (42) 5/03F-32

7 11-6

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Lady Marmelo (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Hamilton

Owner: Miss G. M. Richardson

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Gill Richardson Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler Excellent second of 10 in novice hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, heavy, 7/2) 42 days ago Leading player Star RatingHHHHH BHA 113

5 HAARAR (GB) (164)

B g Muhaarar - Interchange (IRE)

Owner: Maximum Racing -Haarar

Breeder: Clearwater Stud Ltd

5 11-6

Jockey: Jonathan England

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 13f Flat winner for Michael Bell. Can’t be ruled out now going hurdling for shrewd connections. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

6 HORSESOMEHARRY (GB) (18) P

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Miss Lucky Penny

Owner: Have A Go Harry Syndicate

Breeder: Mr S. G. Adams

Jockey: Henry Brooke

6 11-6

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Sponsor: Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in novice hurdle at Warwick (16f, heavy, 25/1) on NH debut 18 days ago Big step forward is required. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

7 JYSUIS (FR) (60) 2330

B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Bernice (FR)

Owner: Mr Richard C. Pearson

Breeder: Haras de la Rousseliere SCEA

Jockey: Bruce Lynn (3)

5 11-6

Trainer: Simon West, Middleham

Sponsor: The Injured Jockeys Fund

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when placed all 3 starts in bumpers in France. 150/1, tenth of 11 in novice hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft) on UK debut 60 days ago Star RatingHHIII BHA12

8

L’ALLIER (FR) (25)

504

B g Balko (FR) - La Romanee (FR)

Owner: Racehorse Ownership Club

5 11-6

Jockey: Aaron Anderson (5)

Trainer: Michael Wigham, Newmarket

Breeder: Mrs Anne-Charlotte Andre et al Sponsor: Racehorse Ownership Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut fifth in bumper last summer Came in fourth of 10 in novice at Huntingdon (15.8f, heavy, 100/1) on hurdles bow 25 days ago Needs to build on it.

9

MIAMI JIM (IRE) (326) U-P

B g Mahler - Peppardstown (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Rosemary Gasson

Breeder: R. Guiry

Jockey: Ben Poste

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

6 11-6

Trainer: Rosemary Gasson, Banbury

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW€42,000 3-y-o, £8,000 5-y-o. Half-brother to very smart hurdler/chaser Mala Beach and fairly useful hurdler/ useful chaser Bonny Kate. Dam unraced. Failed to complete both starts in points in spring 2023. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

10 RATTLING ROAD (IRE) (52) 5/1-

55

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Rossa Parks (IRE) Jockey: Derek Fox

Owner: Misses P & F Simpson

Breeder: G. Aherne

7 11-6

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £40,000 purchase after winning an Irish point in April 2022. Has shown promise both hurdling runs, fifth of 12 in 2m1f novice at Carlisle on latter occasion. Can do better still. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

11 SOVEREIGN STAR (IRE) (31) 3P/2-6

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Sovereign Lass (IRE) Jockey: Brian Hughes

Owner: Old Gold Racing & Tim Cottier

Breeder: Kevin Neville

6 11-6

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Sponsor: Cottier Retraining of Racehorses

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish points back in 2022 but too free when last of 6 in bumper at Ayr (16f, heavy) on NH debut 31 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Remains with potential though. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

12 THE BEST WAY (FR) (31) 4-04 6 11-6

B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Valentine (FR) Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Owner: Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club

Breeder: Henri Serveau

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising bumper fourth in spring 2022. Looks to be being brought along steadily in this sphere, fourth of 6 in novice hurdle at Ayr (16f, heavy) 31 days ago when not knocked about. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

13 BODYGROOVE (GB) (38) 2

B g Iffraaj - Groovejet

Owner: Mrs B. M. Lofthouse

Breeder: Phil Cunningham

4 10-10

Jockey: Conor O’Farrell

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWFairstayinghandicapperonFlat.SoldfromRichardSpencerfor12,000gnsinOctoberandshapedwellon his hurdling bow when second in 2m1f Carlisle maiden last month. In the picture. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

14 COSMIC SOUL (IRE) (37) 05

Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - My Spirit (IRE)

Owner: M Lee, D Lee, C Jolley & P Neville

Breeder: Kilcarn Stud & Sunderland Holding Inc

First Race

4 10-10

Jockey: Joe Williamson (3)

Trainer: Patrick Neville, Leyburn

Sponsor: Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat for James Horton. Has failed to beat a rival in Cheltenham Grade 2 and Market Rasen juvenile in this sphere though.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

15 LILLISTAR (GB) (42) 50 4 10-3

Gr f Zoustar (AUS) - Langlauf (USA)

Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Owner: Mr John Sidebottom & Mrs Kate Sidebottom Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: T Bloom

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) for Harry & Roger Charlton but well held over hurdles at Wetherby and Newcastle this year Lots more is required. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

16 PAYWAVE (GB) (-)

B f Forever Now - Chip N Pin

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

4 10-3

Owner: Mr S Hollings & Mrs Susan E. Mason Trainer: Jacqueline Coward, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Susan E. Mason & Mr S. A. Hollings

TIMEFORM VIEW Forever Now filly Dam modest maiden hurdler/runner-up sole start over fences (stayed 21f). Market can guide. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2023: RESPLENDENT GREY (IRE) 5 11 6 Sean Bowen 15-8 (Olly Murphy) 13 ran Hood worn by No 13 Tongue Strap worn by No 10 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 9.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Goldwyn (IRE), 7-2 Breizh River (FR), 7-1 Bodygroove (GB), 12-1 Rattling Road (IRE), 20-1 Haarar (GB), The Best Way (FR), 22-1 Sovereign Star (IRE), 28-1 Forest Blaze (GB), 33-1 Paywave (GB), 40-1 Aldbourne (IRE), 50-1 L’Allier (FR), Miami Jim (IRE), 100-1 Cosmic Soul (IRE), Lillistar (GB), 150-1 Horsesomeharry (GB), 300-1 Jysuis (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Not so competitive as the numbers suggest and Mark Walford’s fairly useful GOLDWYN looks to have been found a very good opportunity to open his account. Breizh River is another with some solid form to his name and next on the list. Bodygroove also enters calculations if, as expected, building on his Carlisle debut second.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOLDWYN (IRE) 2.BREIZH RIVER (FR) 3.BODYGROOVE

WETHERBY STEEPLECHASE COMMITTEE 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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SECOND RACE 2.45

THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

2m 3f 154y

Leading course trainer (19-24): O Murphy (21 wins from 100 runners, 21%) runs MADE FOR YOU

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 23 runners, 30%) runs MADE FOR YOU

Longest Traveller: BARNCROFT trained by F O’Brien, Cheltenham, 170 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Selling races exist as an outlet for connections to sell their horses. Any horse that wins a ‘seller’ such as this two miles, three and a half furlongs hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards, is automatically put up for public auction in the Winners’ Enclosure at the end of the race and goes to the highest bidder The auction is often well worth seeing, so make sure to head that way after the race.

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 ART OF DIPLOMACY (GB) (732) (6000) 612122/- 8 11-0

B g Archipenko (USA) - Rowlestone Express Jockey: Charlie Hammond

Owner: Three Pears Racing

Breeder: G. E. Amey

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner who made a bright start over hurdles in 21/22 season, winning twice and filling runners-up spot on 3 occasions. 2-year absence to overcome here. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 113

2 BARNCROFT (IRE) (44) (6000) 3P/0-02P 7 11-0

B g Getaway (GER) - Roque de Cyborg (IRE) Jockey: Daire Davis (7)

Owner: Mr Luke Harvey Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr Walter Connors

Sponsor: Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden following 9 attempts over hurdles but back on the right track when runner-up at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, heavy) in November Modest at Lingfield sole start since in February. Star RatingHHHII BHA 97

3 FOVEROS (FR) (22) (6000) 603622 9 11-0

B g Authorized (IRE) - Fanurio’s Angel (FR) Jockey: Harry Cobden

Owner: Catch Twenty Two Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Breeder: V. Fragiskos & Haras Du Hoguenet

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record forWillie Mullins but seems to be finding his feet for new yard, again finding only one too good in 6-runner Catterick claimer (15.7f) 3 weeks ago. Should give another good account back up in trip. Star RatingHHHII BHA 111

4 MADE FOR YOU (GB) (42) (6000) 524-335 D 9 11-0

B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Edallora (IRE)

Owner: Mr Aiden Murphy

Breeder: Barry Walters

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Sponsor: Motaclan

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhandicaphurdlerwhoranwellwhenthirdinhandicapatLeicester(15.5f)inJanuary.Subsequent Sandown run was a lesser display but return to further/drop in class won’t inconvenience. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 116

5 MARSHALLED (IRE) (41) (6000) 120154 D 10 11-0

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Serious Fun (IRE)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: Mrs Noreen McManus

Jockey: Richie McLernon

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser in Ireland and better than ever when doubling tally over fences for new yard at Cartmel (21f) in August. Pair of chase efforts since turn of the year have lacked same spark. Star RatingHHHII BHA 120

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: FIRST CLASS RETURN (IRE) 10 11 0 Sean Bowen 17-2 (Olly Murphy) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.

Stewards Note:

MADE FOR YOU: Following its run on 15/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Art of Diplomacy (GB), 3-1 Foveros (FR), Made For You (GB), 10-3 Marshalled (IRE), 18-1 Barncroft (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

MADE FOR YOU needs to shrug off a lesser effort at Sandown on his latest outing but the step back up in trip/ease in class are both positives and he could be the answer with the refitting of blinkers also likely to put an extra edge on him. Art of Diplomacy is another to consider despite a lengthy absence to overcome. Foveros completes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MADE FOR YOU 2.ART OF DIPLOMACY 3.FOVEROS (FR)

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HORSE WELFARE

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During the race three vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.

It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.

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THIRD RACE 3.20

THE BULLOUGHS CLEANING SERVICES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (19-24): M Hammond (19 wins from 272 runners, 7%) runs CONTRE ORDRE & GETAWAY JEWEL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs CONTRE ORDRE & GETAWAY JEWEL

Weightwatcher: GETAWAY JEWEL won off a handicap mark of 95, his rating is now down 6lb to 89.

Longest Traveller: ROYAL MER trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 263 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a one mile and seven furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 HAREL DU MARAIS (FR) (50) 32244F 7 12-0

Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Urbi Et Orbi (FR)

Owner: New Vision Bloodstock

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Mr Thierry Gouzerh et al Sponsor: Cube3 Construction

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for his first win. Not disgraced by any means (also jumped well) when fourth on chase debut at Leicester (15.9f) in January. Booked for third when coming down late at Sedgefield since. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 108 (-1)

2 ROYAL MER (FR) (20) 121521

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Princesse Pauline (FR)

Owner: Mr Samuel Sutton

6 11-13

Jockey: Jack Tudor

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Xavier Moyer, Herve Sotteau & Annabelle Sponsor: Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Is proving consistent over fences this season, scoring at Ffos Las in November and Leicester in January/ earlier this month. 6lb rise for his latest success to cope with. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 107

3 BRULURE NOIRE (IRE) (35) 5P3-134 7 11-11

B g Califet (FR) - Julia Glynn (IRE)

Owner: Miss A. M. Reed

Jockey: Harry Bannister

Trainer: Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

Breeder: Seamus Cooney Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWLandedFfosLashandicapchase(2m)forsecondyearinsuccessioninNovember,producedtoleadbefore last and asserting quickly run-in. Modest on next 2 starts. Star RatingHHHII BHA 105

4 SWORD OF FATE (IRE) (9) 212603 CD 11 11-9

B g Beneficial - Beann Ard (IRE)

Jockey: Derek Fox

Owner: Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Trainer: Leonard Kerr, Irvine

Breeder: Mrs Bronagh Brady Lawler

TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who capitalised on a drop in grade when scoring over fences at Perth in August and backed that up with good second at Cartmel. However, not been in same form since. Star RatingHHHII BHA 103 (-3)

5 MASKIA (FR) (632) 062/423- 7 11-6

B g Masked Marvel - Rasia (FR)

Owner: Mrs Rosemary Gasson

Breeder: Maurice Jonnette

Jockey: Ben Poste

Trainer: Rosemary Gasson, Banbury

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWModest form over hurdles but seemed to excel himself when just failing in handicap chase at Uttoxeter in June 2022. Unable to back that up 3 weeks later and hasn’t been seen since.

6 CONTRE ORDRE (FR) (42) 0-4136P

Star RatingHHIII BHA 100

6 10-9

B g Martinborough (JPN) - Turga de La Tour (FR) Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Owner: Newroc & Co Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: Ingrid Desagnat & Pierre Simon, Renan D

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a career-low mark to land 17f Sedgefield handicap chase in November Not in the same form since and is best watched following his lamentable display at Newcastle (16.3f, heavy) 6 weeks ago. Star RatingHHIII BHA 89

7 GETAWAY JEWEL (IRE) (16) 642P00

B g Getaway (GER) - Fada’s Jewel (IRE)

10 10-9

Jockey: Conor O’Farrell

Owner: Mr Phil Ellerby Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: Mr D. Allen Sponsor: Northern Accountants

TIMEFORMVIEWNow3lblowerthanwhenareadywinnerof2mSouthwellhandicaplastsummerbutthat,likethemajorityof his best form, was on ground faster than is forecast here. Shown nothing on both recent starts. Star RatingHHIII BHA 89

8 BEAT THE EDGE (IRE) (25) 322534 CD 7 10-6

B g Beat Hollow - Darsi O’Grady (IRE)

Owner: Smartwater Utilities

Breeder: Ms M. Kavanagh

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Should have won at Sedgefield on Boxing Day, turning it in once hitting the front, but left a lesser effort behind when third at Catterick (15.7f, soft) last month. Not so good 5 days later at Doncaster Star RatingHHHII BHA 86

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: SWORD OF FATE (IRE) 10 10 13 Derek Fox 22-1 (Leonard Kerr) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Royal Mer (FR), 11-2 Beat The Edge (IRE), 13-2 Harel du Marais (FR), 8-1 Brulure Noire (IRE), 10-1 Maskia (FR), 16-1 Sword of Fate (IRE), 18-1 Contre Ordre (FR), 33-1 Getaway Jewel (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

HAREL DU MARAIS produced a promising first effort over the larger obstacles when fourth at Leicester in January so, provided he’s none the worse for his last fence fall at Sedgefield last time, Mark Walford’s 7-y-o can come out on top at the expense of fellow grey Royal Mer, who has enjoyed a productive campaign and has a career-high mark to overcome as a result. Previous C&D winner Beat The Edge comes with risks attached but he can fill out third.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HAREL DU MARAIS (FR) 2.ROYAL MER (FR) 3.BEAT THE EDGE (IRE)

THE RESULT

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

2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK FOURTH RACE 3.55

THE FULL CIRCLE SERIES AT PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 Owners Prize Money Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189 (Penalty Value £3960.75)

Leading course trainer (19-24): J O’Neill (16 wins from 89 runners, 18%) runs YES DAY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (5 wins from 17 runners, 29%) runs KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM

Longest Traveller: AL KALILA trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles, five and a half furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 120 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 115.

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 YES DAY (IRE) (40) 3-13523

6 12-1

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Jiggle Joules (IRE) Jockey: Richie McLernon

Owner: Mr Ian Bullions

Breeder: Miss Susan Scott

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Haydock (24.3f, heavy) 40 days ago Tongue strap on 1st time. Can give another good account. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 121

2 WILLSBURG (IRE) (28) 1-6061F

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Willow Rose (IRE) Jockey: Tom Cannon

5 11-13

Owner: Dunkley, Gumienny, Mackenzie & Signy Trainer: Oliver Signy, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Paddy McDonald Sponsor: Oliver Signy Racing Llp

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivesortwhogotoffthemarkinthissphereinnovicehurdleatFfosLasinFebruary.Lookedsettogoclose had he not fallen in a novice here since and opening mark looks reasonable, so definite player. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 119

3 IDEM (FR) (145) 3/32-114 D

6 11-13

B g Rail Link - Reflexion (FR) Jockey: Patrick Wadge (3)

Owner: The Boltons and Atholl Duncan Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Mr Francois-Marie Cottin

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a bright start over hurdles, impressive as he quickened clear under a hands-and-heels ride at Kelso (over 21f) in September. Just respectable fourth at Ascot next time and hasn’t been for 4 months. Star RatingHHHII BHA 119

4 BLUE FIN (IRE) (30) 13C-26P

B g Shantou (USA) - Eluna

Owner: Spinners Winners

Breeder: Peter and Patsy Stone

Jockey: Brian Hughes

7 11-10

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who shaped promisingly when runner-up on return/chase debut at Carlisle (20f) in November Below par both starts since, however and reverts to smaller obstacles now. Star RatingHHIII BHA 116

5 GOOD LOOK CHARM (FR) (12) F-13440 D

B m Cokoriko (FR) - Une d’Ex (FR)

Jockey: Tom Bellamy

8 11-10

Owner: The Isle of Blue and White Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee

Sponsor: geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningreturntohurdlesin21fWincantonhandicaponreappearanceandbetterformwhenreaching the frame on next 3 starts. Has a blip at Kempton to put behind her but can’t be ruled out. Star

6 MAGICAL KING (IRE) (28) 225351 C

Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tipping On (IRE)

Owner: The Garratt Family

Breeder: Eric Larkin

116

5 11-10

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard

Sponsor: Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who gained a deserved first success when landing a novice at this course a month ago. There’s not much to suggest he’s better than this mark, though.

7 ILIKEDWAYURTHINKIN (IRE) (54) P560P0 D 10 11-9

B g Yeats (IRE) - Sway (FR)

Jockey: Kevin Brogan

Owner: Mr John P. McManus Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

Breeder: Mrs Noreen McManus

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler in Ireland for Gavin Cromwell but struggled for form for new connections. Star RatingHIIII BHA 115

8 KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM (IRE) (26) 362-301 D 9 11-9

B or Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Definite Design (IRE) Jockey: Harry Cobden

Owner: Sutton Veny Racing Syndicate Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Michael and Fiona O’Connor

TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, career best when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle at Newbury (20.5f, soft) 26 days ago, readily

First run for yard after leaving Anthony Charlton. Excellent claims.

9 AL KALILA (IRE) (19) 34052

5 11-3

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Molly’s Affair (IRE) Jockey: Ben Bromley (5)

Owner: Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

Breeder: Mr Thomas Stanley Sponsor: The Sporting Life

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame both starts in bumpers and going the right way over hurdles, improving again when second at Ayr last time. Handicapper has taken no chances with his opening mark, though. Star RatingHHHII BHA 109

10 CHATSHOW TV (IRE) (40) 2-3444 6 11-2

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Back On Stage (IRE) Jockey: Sean Bowen

Owner: Jim and Claire Limited Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Miriam & Luke Murphy

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd

11 MONTREGARD (FR) (96) 31-6 BF 5 10-12

Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Protektion (FR) Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: Guy Cherel

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at the second attempt in a novice at Warwick around this time last year Made mistakes when only sixth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle 96 days ago.

12 HAWKSEYE VIEW (GB) (34) 153264 5 10-11

B g Telescope (IRE) - Noir Girl

Owner: Mrs A. Ellis

Jockey: Nick Scholfield

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Auroras Encore 2 Ltd Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole completed start in points but only modest form to date over hurdles and sizeable step forward needed.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 103

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: CITY DERBY (IRE) 7 10 8 Thomas Dowson 14-1 (Lizzie Quinlan) 9 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1.

Stewards Note:

BLUE FIN: Following its run on 27/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Knowwhentoholdem (IRE), 7-1 Yes Day (IRE), Willsburg (IRE), 15-2 Magical King (IRE), 17-2 Montregard (FR), 10-1 Idem (FR), Al Kalila (IRE), 14-1 Good Look Charm (FR), 22-1 Blue Fin (IRE), 25-1 Chatshow Tv (IRE), Hawkseye View (GB), 100-1 Ilikedwayurthinkin (IRE)

KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM improved to score readily against more exposed types at Newbury last time and he’s joined an in-form yard since, so he gets the nod over Yes Day, who looks sure to give another good account. Willsburg also warrants a mention.

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HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) for five 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

Leading course trainer (19-24): Dr R Newland & J Ins (7 wins from 41 runners, 17%) runs TASTE THE FEAR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Lacey (2 wins from 10 runners, 20%) runs IMPERIAL ALEX

Weightwatcher: SIGURD won off a handicap mark of 92, his rating is now down 8lb to 84.

Longest Traveller: IMPERIAL ALEX trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 190 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a three mile handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110. 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

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 TASTE THE FEAR (IRE) (38) 323-R36 D 9 12-1

B g Mores Wells - No Complaints But (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Hammond

Owner: In It For Fun Partnership & Dr R Newland Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Breeder: James Hannon Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning chaser last season and stepped up on his reappearance when third at Hereford (20.9f, good to soft) in January. Wasn’t in the same form last time. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 111

2 IMPERIAL ALEX (IRE) (11) 322221 D 7 11-11 (in 7lb ex)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - What Can I Say (IRE) Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Owner: Hft Forklifts Limited Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Terence Leonard

Sponsor: Plumbing World

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who has made up into a better chaser this season, gaining a deserved first success over fences when scoring easily in handicap at Chepstow (23.6f, heavy) 11 days ago Star RatingHHHHH BHA 100 (+12)

3 DANILO D’AIRY (FR) (61) PP/PP-5P D

Ch g Anzillero (GER) - Monita d’Airy (FR) Jockey: Tom Bellamy

Owner: Mr R. N. Bevis

Breeder: Claude Yves Pelsy

11 11-7

Trainer: Robert Bevis, Duckington

TIMEFORMVIEW Won first 3 starts in handicap chases but has gone the wrong way since, pulled up on 5 of his last 6 starts. Application of cheekpieces needs to help spark a revival as he goes back up in trip Star RatingHHIII BHA 103

4 PATS DREAM (IRE) (126) 4600-3U

B g Getaway (GER) - Ice Princess (IRE) Jockey: Craig Nichol

Owner: Mr & Mrs Michael Edwardson

Breeder: Mr Padraig Ryan

7 10-5

Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWMadetheframebothstartsinIrishpointsandshapedbetterthanoverhurdleswhenthirdatKelso(23.4f,heavy) on his chasing debut in October. Unseated rider

5 BALLYNAGRAN (IRE) (28) PPP050 CD 9 10-2

Br g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancyfacia (IRE)

Owner: The Yorkshire Racing Partnership

Breeder: Tony Lawlor

Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley

Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched second success when landing a Hexham handicap chase (24.2f, good to soft) last May. However, he’s struggled for form subsequently, well held reverted to hurdling at this course last month.

6 SIGURD (GER) (28) 6P-6P43 CD

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sky News (GER)

Owner: Mrs E. A. Verity

Breeder: Gestut Eulenberger Hof/Frankreich

12 10-2

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Trainer: Joanne Foster Ilkley

Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner and ran one of his better recent races when third of 6 in handicap chase here (heavy) a month ago Task is now to back up his latest effort.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 79

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: SILVER IN DISGUISE 9 11 12 Charlie Price 12-1 (Tim Vaughan) 15 ran Visor worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

Stewards Note:

TASTE THE FEAR: Following its run on 19/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

DANILO D’AIRY: Following its run on 27/1/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Having finished runner-up on his previous 4 starts, IMPERIAL ALEX opened his chase account with a wide-margin victory at Chepstow 11 days ago and he holds leading claims under a penalty. Taste The Fear could be the be one to give the selection most to think about back up in trip, ahead of Pats Dream.

Probable

8-11 Imperial Alex (IRE), 9-2 Taste The Fear (IRE), 7-1 Pats Dream (IRE), 11-1 Sigurd (GER), 16-1 Danilo d’Airy (FR), 28-1 Ballynagran (IRE)

SIXTH RACE 5.05

THE 100% RACINGTV PROFITS BACK TO RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000 Owners Prize Money Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (19-24): M Hammond (19 wins from 272 runners, 7%) runs HOWZAT HIRIS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mrs P Kirby (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs ASA

Longest Traveller: CHAMPAGNE GIFT trained by D J Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green, 158 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This three mile handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 100. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap – usually a distinct disadvantage.

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 JUST IN A BIT (GB) (32) 3-2430 6 12-0

B g Linda’s Lad - Gifted Rose

Jockey: Mr Darren Andrews (7)

Owner: Poplar Cottage Racing Club 2 Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs Sandra Smith

Sponsor: Bob Price & Son Groundworks

TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedbothstartsbetweentheflagsandshowedpromiseinnovicehurdles(bothataround21/2m)atSouthwell and Leicester Failed to see his race out switched to a handicap at Hereford last month. Star RatingHHHII BHA 99

2 KINDER KID (IRE) (9) 3-65451 CD 6 11-12 (in 7lb ex)

B g Milan - Another Nudge (IRE)

Owner: Mr H. L. Thompson

Breeder: Knocktartan House Stud

Jockey: Ross Chapman

Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus

Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to get off the mark in 9-runner handicap over C&D (heavy) 9 days ago, suited by increase in trip Still very much unexposed and looks capable of following up under a penalty. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 90 (+9)

3 USHUAIA DANCER (GB) (36) 0P542P 6 11-5

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Flushtown Vale (IRE)

Owner: Mr Justin Landy

Breeder: Gingearmy

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Trainer: Justin Landy, Leyburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Matched his previous form upped in trip for his handicap debut when runner-up at Newcastle (22f) in January. However, was only modest at Doncaster the following month. Star RatingHHHII BHA 90

4 IT’S MAISY (IRE) (39) 51-0112 BF

B m Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Breeder: Jill Kinsella

6 11-4

Jockey: Nick Scholfield

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the perfect start in handicaps at Market Rasen and followed up over a still longer trip at Catterick, albeit in fortuitous fashion. No match for an improved one at Southwell last time. Star RatingHHHII BHA 89

5 BULLION BOSS (IRE) (21) 434P3/-0 D 8 11-2

B g War Command (USA) - Gold Bubbles (USA)

Owner: Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1

Breeder: Tullpark Ltd

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

6 CHAMPAGNE GIFT (IRE) (28) 6-440P3

Ch g Presenting - Princess Dante (IRE)

Owner: Mr Mark E. Smith

Breeder: Brian Doran

Jockey: Kielan Woods

8 10-6

Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFairmaidenwhoofferedlittlebackoverhurdlesafter6monthsoffwhenawell-heldthirdof7inhandicap at Taunton (19f, heavy) 28 days ago. Back up in trip. Blinkers on for 1st time.

7 MISSY AVA (IRE) (28) 0000

B m Westerner - Sea Breeze Lady (IRE)

Owner: Cambridge Racing, Mr J Scarrow & Partner

Breeder: Mrs Fidelma Coleman

6 10-6

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Lacks both size and substance and remains with little form following 4 starts. Up in trip

8 ASA (FR) (21) 3-06663

Gr m Balko (FR) - Reine de Glace (FR)

Owner: The Yorkshire Puddings

Breeder: Mr Gildas Blain

5 10-3

Jockey: Joe Williamson (3)

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Regressive maiden who showed little sign of taking advantage of her much-reduced mark.Tries a longer trip now and fitted with a first-time tongue strap Star Rating

9 HOWZAT HIRIS (FR) (19) P-62460 D

Gr m Al Namix (FR) - Une Dame d’Or (FR)

7 10-3

Jockey: Alice Stevens (5)

Owner: Sticky Wicket Racing Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWRanoneofthisseason’sbetterraceswheneighthof15inhandicaphurdleatAyr(24.3f,good,16/1)19daysago, though never threatened to be concerned in the finish. Star RatingHHHII BHA 74

10 OLIVER’S ISLAND (IRE) (9) 536224 CD 12 10-2

B g Milan - Leading Rank (IRE)

Owner: Hill House Racing Club

Breeder: J. R. Weston

Jockey: Aaron Anderson (5)

Trainer: Jessica Bedi, Yarm

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who shaped as if still in good form when 9 1/2 lengths fourth of 9 to Kinder Kid in C&D handicap (heavy) 9 days ago, barely adequate test. 3lb out of the weights.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 70 (+1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: DILLARCHIE 6 11 4 Emma Smith-Chaston 5-1 (Joanne Foster) 14 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1.

Stewards Note:

USHUAIA DANCER: Following its run on 21/2/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Kinder Kid (IRE), 6-1 It’s Maisy (IRE), 9-1 Ushuaia Dancer (GB), 12-1 Just In A Bit (GB), Asa (FR), Oliver’s Island (IRE), 14-1 Champagne Gift (IRE), 16-1 Howzat Hiris (FR), 18-1 Bullion Boss (IRE), 40-1 Missy Ava (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

KINDER KID was well suited by the step up to 3m when opening his account in ready fashion over C&D last week and is fully expected to follow up under a penalty. It’s Maisy should continue in form, while Just In A Bit shaped better than the distance beaten suggests at Hereford and may have benefited from a breathing operation.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KINDER KID (IRE) 2.IT’S MAISY (IRE) 3.JUST IN A BIT

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OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 Owners Prize Money Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (19-24): O Murphy (21 wins from 100 runners, 21%) runs DANGEROUS TOUCH

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 23 runners, 30%) runs DANGEROUS TOUCH

Longest Traveller: JOB trained by T Lawes, Beare Green, 233 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry. This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four, five and six and will be run over two miles.

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1 AVALON BEACH (IRE) (-) 5 11-2

B g Mahler - Loadsapromise (IRE)

Owner: Mr James Thompson

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Mahler gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Mahler’s Promise, and half-brother to fair hurdler Nt Field Minnesota. Dam, unraced, closely related to useful chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Indian Castle. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

2 DANGEROUS TOUCH (IRE) (116) 2 5 11-2

Gr g Vendangeur (IRE) - A Touch of Sparkle (IRE) Jockey: Sean Bowen

Owner: Matt FitzGerald and The Songsters

Breeder: D. Mitchell

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Sponsor: Motaclan

TIMEFORMVIEW€21,0003-y-o,£135,0004-y-o.Dam(c92/h103),17fhurdlewinner(stayed23/4m),half-sistertofairhurdler/ useful chaser (stayed 23f) Tikkanen Express. Runner-up sole outing in Irish points (Dec 3). Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

3 GLEN ROAD (IRE) (-) 5 11-2

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. Smith

Breeder: Jill Kinsella

Jockey: Nick Scholfield

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £23,000 3-y-o, Sageburg gelding. Brother to a winner, and half-brother to smart hurdler Shinrock Paddy, stayed 23f, and bumper winner Spring Lane. Dam unraced. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

4 JERSEY STREAM (FR) (-) 5 11-2

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Camiflora (FR)

Owner: Graham & Christine Seward

Breeder: J. P. Lemelletier & Poulinieres.com

Jockey: Nathan Moscrop

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 3-y-o, Spanish Moon gelding. Dam, 17f-21f hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to useful chaser (19f-2 3/4m winner) Sadler’sflaure. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

5 JEUNE PRINCE (FR) (52) 4 5 11-2

Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Une d’Ex (FR)

Owner: Misses P & F Simpson

Breeder: Mr Nicolas Foessel

Jockey: Alan Doyle (5)

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brothertousefulbumperwinner/usefulhurdlerFestivald’Ex,stays23/4m,andfairhurdlerGoodLookCharm. Showed plenty to work on when fourth in bumper at Carlisle (17f, soft, 15/2) on debut 52 days ago Star RatingHHHII BHA -

6 JOB (FR) (65) 40

B g Coastal Path - Cavalerie (FR)

Owner: Mr Robert Kirkland

Breeder: Mr Herve D’Armaille

5 11-2

Jockey: Kevin Brogan

Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green

Sponsor: Lawmens Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Coastal Path gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Ivanohe. Fourth sole start in Irish points (May 2023) and left behind at the business end of Newbury bumper on debut.

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

7 JUPITER DES MOTTES (FR) (-) 5 11-2

B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Pour Toi Georges (FR) Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Owner: Tarzan Bloodstock

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Sponsor: Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW €48,000 3-y-o, Castle Du Berlais gelding. Dam fairly useful French hurdler/chaser (17f-2 1/2m winner).

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

8 MALFOY MANOR (GB) (109) P-2 5 11-2

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Presenting Diva (IRE)

Jockey: Henry Brooke

Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Malfoy Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Breeder: Mrs S. M. Newell

TIMEFORMVIEW€95,0003-y-o,£100,0004-y-o.BrothertofairhurdlerTillyToughnut.Dam,lightlyracedinbumpers/overhurdles, half-sister to Sir Rembrandt. Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points (Dec 10).

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

9 MARTIN PLAGE (FR) (137) 1-34 5 11-2

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Sainte de Sivola (FR)

Owner: Mr R. S. Brookhouse

Breeder: Mr Frederic Heudiard

Jockey: Jack Quinlan

Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy point winner who made a solid start under Rules when third at Cheltenham. Bit below par at Sandown next time but off 137 days since and could get back on track.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

10 SEEK HIM THERE (IRE) (54) 26 5 11-2

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Isnt Dat Right (IRE) Jockey: Harry Bannister

Owner: Lovell Okninski Walsh

Breeder: Donal McLoughlin

Trainer: Ben Case, Banbury

Sponsor: David Andrews Construction Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner and showed ability when second at Market Rasen in November. However, that form isn’t solid, and he failed to reproduce that at Sandown since.

11 FARMER JIMMY (GB) (-)

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

4 10-6

Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Viva Victoria Jockey: Sean Quinlan

Owner: Miss S. J. Turner

Breeder: Miss S. J. Turner

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Mondialiste gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Portstorm. Dam unraced out of modest hurdler/fairly useful chaser (winner up to 3 1/2m) Rosie Redman. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

12 FULL OF SECRETS (IRE) (-)

4 10-6

B g War Command (USA) - Shearling Jockey: Jonathan England

Owner: One For The Road Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Breeder: One For The Road

TIMEFORM VIEW War Command gelding. Dam useful bumper winner

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Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

B g Getaway (GER) - Tap The Beat (IRE) Jockey: Jack Tudor

Owner: Mr Tom Weston

Breeder: Mr Eoghan Loughlin

Trainer: Tom Weston, Hindlip

TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner Sharp Object. Dam unraced closely related to useful hurdler/ smart chaser (stayed 3m) Finger Onthe Pulse and smart hurdler/chaser (stayed 29f) Buddy Bolero. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Belle Glory (FR) Jockey: Craig Nichol

Owner: Josh Duffy

Breeder: M. Conaghan

Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn

Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage

VIEW £5,000 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel gelding. Half-brother to modest chaser Belle Jour Dam unraced. Well-held fifth of 7 in bumper (22/1) at Newcastle (14.3f, good to soft) on NH debut 126 days ago Star RatingHIIII BHA -

B g Califet (FR) - Boherna Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mrs S. J. Easterby

Breeder: Mr S. Moloney & Mr H. Fowler

Jockey: Callum Bewley

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

TIMEFORMVIEWCalifetgelding.Dam(h100),19f-23fhurdlewinner,sistertoverysmarthurdler/top-classchaser(stayed25f) The Storyteller Runner-up sole outing in point bumpers (Feb 4). Star RatingHHHII BHA -

16 ISABEL DE CLARE (GB) (58) 5 4 10-2

Br f Passing Glance - Flutter Bye (IRE)

Owner: Keep The Faith Partnership

Breeder: Mill House Stud

Jockey: Brian Hughes

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

TIMEFORMVIEW£28,0003-y-o.Half-sistertofairlyusefulPiqueRockandfairhurdlerBlueBeach.Showedability when fifth in bumper (20/1) at Newcastle (16.2f, standard) on NH debut 58 days ago Star RatingHHHII BHA -

DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2023: SUPPORT ACT (IRE) 5 11 2 Harry Bannister 2-1 (Toby Lawes) 8 ran Hood worn by No 6. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 3, 7, 11, 12, 13 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Martin Plage (FR), 9-2 Dangerous Touch (IRE), 12-1 Jeune Prince (FR), Malfoy Manor (GB), Seek Him There (IRE), 14-1 Jupiter des Mottes (FR), 16-1 Stress Reaction (IRE), Isabel de Clare (GB), 22-1 Glen Road (IRE), Job (FR), 25-1 Jersey Stream (FR), 28-1 Avalon Beach (IRE), 33-1 Farmer Jimmy (GB), Full of Secrets (IRE), 66-1 Get The Beat (IRE), 150-1 Just Oot (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

DANGEROUS TOUCH was sold for a tidy sum after going close in an Irish point in December so he’s taken to make a winning start for a yard that has a good record in bumpers. Martin Plage is worth another chance to confirm the promise of his Cheltenham debut so is next best ahead of Jeune Prince, who showed plenty to work on at Carlisle.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DANGEROUS TOUCH (IRE) 2.MARTIN PLAGE (FR) 3.JEUNE PRINCE (FR)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.10 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 29 entries at £35. - Closed March 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

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Second Race 2.45 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 14lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £4000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £6000 WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner, and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post-race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 8 entries at £35 - Closed March 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)

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Third Race 3.20 - THE BULLOUGHS CLEANING SERVICES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 16th 2024 for each steeple chase won 7lb Wetherby Racecourse & Conference Centre will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 14 entriesat £50. - Closed March 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Fourth Race 3.55 - THE FULL CIRCLE SERIES AT PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £37 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £30 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 16th 2024 for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 27 entries at £37. - Closed March 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189 (Penalty Value £3960.75)

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Fifth Race 4.30 - THE VICKERS.BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the Winning Owner of this race. 17 entries at £50. - Closed March 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

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Sixth Race 5.05 - THE 100% RACINGTV PROFITS BACK TO RACING 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento the winning owner of this race. 28 entries at £30 - Closed March 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Seventh Race 5.40 - THE wetherbyracing.co.uk OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2639 to the winning horse The second to receive £1214, the third £607, the fourth £303 and the fifth £151 for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 22nd and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 26th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 27 entries at £24. - Closed March 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)

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2024 RACING FIXTURES

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

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