bet365 Charlie Hall Meeting - Wetherby - Friday 30th October 2020

WETHERBY

RAC ECOUR SE & C O NF E R E NCE CE NTRE

OFFICIAL RACEDAY PROGRAMME

THE bet365 CHARLIE HALL MEETING – DAY ONE FRIDAY 30TH OCTOBER 2020

WELCOME TO WETHERBY RACECOURSE! It is with mixed feelings but also one of great relief that I am able to ‘welcome’ everyone to a new racing season at Wetherby Racecourse, on behalf of the Board of Directors and our Management team.

We are having to manage and operate our racecourse under the unprecedented and challenging circumstances caused by the Covid-19 pandemic but we are not permitted to welcome our race goers back, in person, which is a great sadness to us all.

All British racecourses are currently running with two totally separate zones. One is for owners with a runner on the day and the other confined to our racecourse staff, the BHA officials and the trainers and all their staff.

We started our new 2020/2021 season at Wetherby on Wednesday 14th October with a really good programme and we have the exciting prospect of some excellent racing over today and tomorrow including the Bet365 Charlie Hall Chase and the Bet365 (West Yorkshire) Hurdle.

We are deeply indebted to Bet365 for continuing to support racing at Wetherby with their sponsorship of this race meeting, as indeed we are to all the sponsors who are continuing to support Wetherby Racecourse.

Looking ahead, we have five more race days up to the end of 2020, including Boxing Day and 27th December, with a further eight days of Jumping and one day of Flat racing during the first four months of 2021; the BHA has yet to confirm the racing fixtures from 1st May onwards.

Normally, this ‘welcome’ message would appear in the race card on our opening day but race cards as we have known them have, so far, been replaced with a single sheet of paper listing all the runners in each race.

For this race meeting, however, we are delighted to offer our supporters a digital version of the normal race card which we hope will enhance your enjoyment of racing at Wetherby.

Finally, to all our Sponsors, to the Owners and Trainers who bring their horses, the Jockeys who ride them and to YOU, our loyal public, I would like to say a really big “thank you” on behalf Wetherby Racecourse and wish you all an enjoyable and successful season.

KEEP SAFE! John Sanderson Chairman Wetherby Steeplechase Committee Limited

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FINANCE MANAGER

OWNERS LIAISON

IAN WARD

CONTENTS

STEVE GOFTON FCCA

OFFICIALS

LORRAINE WHITAKER

STEWARDS

ROBERT EARNSHAW (CHIEF STEWARD) NEIL EDMINSON (STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR) VICTORIA McKEE (TRAINEE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR) STEPHANIE FARMER PETER SPORNE

MICHELLE CAMPBELL

JONJO SANDERSON

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

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3RD RACE 1.00 The bet365 Novices’ Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)

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4TH RACE 1.35 The bet365 Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

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5TH RACE 28 2.10 The Cash Out At bet365 Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 1) (Listed Race) 6TH RACE 32 2.45 The Weatherbys Hamilton Wensleydale Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 1) (Listed Race) (GBB Race) 7TH RACE 3.20 The Each Way Extra At bet365 Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3)

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8TH RACE 3.55 The bet365 Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (GBB Race)

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NEIL BRELSFORD

2ND RACE 12.25 The bet365 Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (DIV II) (Class 4) (GBB Race)

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

CATERING MANAGER

MADDY CLARKE

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HOSPITALITY CO-ORDINATOR DANIELLE MASKILL

1ST RACE 12.25 The bet365 Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (DIV I) (Class 4) (GBB Race)

RACING CO-ORDINATOR

SARAH MIDDLETON

TODAY’S RACING

EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR

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

Horse’s Name

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Days since last ran

Weight Carried Form

BALLYOPTIC (IRE) (21) 2/F6PF-1 CD

B g Old Vic - Lambourne Lace (IRE) Owner: Mills & Mason Partnership Breeder: Roger Ryan

Age

9

11-0

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who looked better than ever when making a successful return at Chepstow last month, making all and jumping better than is often the case. Yard have a great record in this.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 157

Colour of Horse

Form Comments

Jockey

Star Ratings Explained

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

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

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

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

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

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

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

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

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Race Stats are also provided above the race and provide vital information about which trainers are in-form and which horses have made the longest journey to the racecourse today. After you’ve studied the form and made your selection, make sure you get a good position down by the winning post to watch your selection come home in front.

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RACING PHRASE BOOK

UNDERSTANDING THE LANGUAGE OF RACING

Do not be put off by the STRANGE TERMS you may hear on the racetrack. Like any traveller in a strange country, the NOVICE RACEGOER will soon PICK UP a smattering of the LANGUAGE, and then rapidly become fluent. The following might help those RACEGOERS keen to enhance their LANGUAGE SKILLS.

ACCUMULATOR bet involving two or more selections in different races: winnings from one are placed on the next ALLOWANCE is the weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience ALL WEATHER RACING Flat racing which takes place on an artificial surface AMATEUR (rider) on racecards, their names are prefixed by Mr, Mrs, Captain, etc., to indicate their amateur status APPRENTICE / CONDITIONAL young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while he or she is learning the business of race-riding - they can claim an Allowance depending on how many races that they have won BACKWARD used of a horse which needs time to mature CLAIMER of a race: a claiming race; of a jockey: an apprentice/conditional COLT male, ungelded horse up to four- years-old COURSE SPECIALIST horse which tends to run well at a particular track DAM mother of a horse DISTANCE the length of a race: 5 furlongs is the minimum and the 4 miles, 2 1/2 furlongs of the Grand National the longest. Also, the margin by which a horse wins or is beaten by the horse in front: this ranges from a short head to ‘by a distance’ (more than 30 lengths); a ‘length’ is measured from the horse’s nose to the start of its tail DISTANCE an unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post (thus ‘below the distance’ means closer home than that point) DRAW for Flat racing only, describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls,

drawn randomly the day before EVENS or EVEN MONEY when your stake exactly equals your winnings thus £5 at evens wins a further £5 FILLY female horse up to four-years-old FOAL horse of either sex from the time of its birth until 1 January the following year FURLONG 220 yards (one eighth of a mile) GELDING castrated horse GOING the description of conditions underfoot on the racecourse. Official Jockey Club going reports progress as follows: Heavy - soft - good to soft good - good to firm - firm - hard GREEN (of a horse) inexperienced HAND unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured, at the shoulder JOLLY betting parlance for the favourite in a race - the horse with the shortest odds JUDGE official responsible for declaring the finishing order of a race and the distances between the runners JUVENILE two-year-old horse MAIDEN horse which has not won a race MARE female horse five years and over MONKEY betting parlance for £500 ODDS ON odds where the winnings are less than the stake (which is of course returned to you): thus a winning £2 bet at 2-1 on wins you £1 OFF THE BIT/OFF THE BRIDLE describes a horse being pushed along by his jockey, losing contact with the bit in his mouth ON THE BIT/ON THE BRIDLE describes a horse going well within himself, still having a grip on the bit

OVER THE TOP where a horse is said to have gone if he has passed his peak for the season PACE ‘up with the pace’ means close to the leaders; ‘off the pace’ means some way behind the leaders PADDOCK area of the racecourse incorporating the pre-parade ring, parade ring and winner’s enclosure PATTERN the elite races, divided in Flat racing into Groups One, Two, Three and Listed.

PENALTY weight added to the allotted handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were originally published PHOTO FINISH electronic photographic device which determines minimal distances in a close finish PLATE shoe worn by horse for racing PONY betting parlance for £25 RULE 4 betting rule covering deductions made from winning bets if a horse is withdrawn after the betting market has been formed but before the ‘Under Starter’s Orders’ signal; the amount deducted depends on the price of the withdrawn horse RUN FREE describes a horse going too fast, usually early in the race, to allow it to settle SCOPE the potential for physical development in a horse SIRE father of a horse SPREAD A PLATE when a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from an animal’s hoof, this sometimes causes a delay while the horse is re-shod SPRINGER/STEAMER a horse which shortens dramatically in the betting SP/STARTING PRICE the official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops STEWARDS the panel of men and women - usually a total of four - who are responsible for seeing that the Rules of Racing are adhered to STEWARDS’ ENQUIRY enquiry by the stewards into the running of a race TIC-TAC the bookmaker’s method

of relaying odds information on the racecourse, by means of hand signals WEIGH IN/WEIGH OUT weighing of jockey before and after a race to ensure that the correct weight has been carried; the announcement ‘weighed in’ signals that the result is official, and all bets can be settled YANKEE combination bet involving four selections in different races: six doubles, four trebles and one four-horse accumulator - eleven bets YEARLING horse of either sex from 1st January to 31st December of the year following its birth.

How to place a bet with a racecourse bookmaker: 1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager.

2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, state the racecard number of your chosen horse. Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.

3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.

4. In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win • 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2 • 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2 • 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3 • Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3 • Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4 • Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4 5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.

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8 The Cob (IRE)

UTTOXETER Race 1 12.15

2m 3f 207y

1 Blackfinch (GB) Stuart Edmunds Form: 20-2,

10-12

Ciaran Gethings TFR: HHHHI

2 Bretney (IRE)

10-12

Henry Daly Form: 035-,

Tom O’Brien TFR: HHIII

3 Fulgurix (FR)

10-12

Colin Tizzard Form: 2-,

Daryl Jacob TFR: HHHHH

4 Kracquer (GB) Venetia Williams Form: 0/-,

10-12 Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHIII

5 Mr Katanga (IRE) Olly Murphy Form: 6-,

10-12

Aidan Coleman TFR: HHHII

6 Oneupmanship (IRE) Jack R. Barber Form: 243-,

10-12

Nick Scholfield TFR: HHHII

7 The Big Sting (IRE) Harry Fry Form: 40-,

10-12

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. TFR: HHHII

8 The Big Yin (GB)

10-12

Jo Davis Form: 05P-,

James Davies TFR: HIIII

9 Top Drawer (IRE) Tracey Leeson Form: 3-P5,

10 Ulverston (IRE)

10-12

Jennie Candlish Form: 203-,

Race 2 12.50

10-12 Chris Ward (5) TFR: HIIII Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHII

2m 3f 207y

1 Dr Keenan (IRE)

10-12

Georgie Howell Tabitha Worsley (5) Form: P/P/F-, TFR: HIIII

2 Everything Now (IRE) Tom Symonds Form: 5-6,

10-12

Ben Poste TFR: HHHII

Ben Pauling Form: 0/23-,

10-12 Nico de Boinville TFR: HHHHI

9 Wilde Water (IRE)

10-12

Graeme McPherson Lilly Pinchin (7) Form: 0/-, TFR: HIIII

10 Just Henny (GB) Neil Mulholland Form: 00P-,

10-5

Tom Scudamore TFR: HIIII

Race 3 1.25

1m 7f 168y

1 Boro Babe (FR) Nick Williams Form: 06-,

11-5

Chester Williams (5) TFR: HIIII

2 Emmpressive Lady (IRE) 11-5 Susan Gardner Form: 6/26-,

Lucy Gardner TFR: HIIII

3 Gold Clermont (FR)

11-5

4 Just Once (GB)

11-5

Tom Lacey Form: 1-4,

Stan Sheppard TFR: HHIII

Mrs Ilka Gansera-Leveque Nick Scholfield Form: 55, TFR: HIIII

5 Legendary Rhythm (GB) 11-5 Tom Symonds Form: 5-,

Ben Poste TFR: HIIII

6 Lill Smith (IRE) Henry Oliver Form: 400-,

11-5

Jeremiah McGrath TFR: HHIII

7 Midnight Antics (IRE)

11-5

8 Panic Attack (IRE)

11-5

9 Spot On Soph (IRE)

11-5

Tjade Collier Form: 25/-,

Sean Quinlan TFR: HIIII

David Pipe Form: 10-2,

Sam England Form: 0,

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHHH

Jonathan England TFR: HIIII

10 The Feckenham Fox (GB)11-5 Max Young Form: F/3-0,

James Davies TFR: HIIII

3 Get In The Queue (GB) 10-12

11 Waterlefe Getaway (IRE) 11-5

4 Grain de Thaix (FR)

10-12

12 White Hart Lady (IRE)

11-5

5 Peachey (IRE)

10-12

13 Yauthym (GER)

11-5

Harry Fry Form: 111/-,

Nick Williams Form: 6, Olly Murphy Form: 54/-F,

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. TFR: HHHHH

Chester Williams (5) TFR: HHIII Aidan Coleman TFR: HHHII

6 Pounding Poet (IRE)

10-12

7 Thebudinpundit (GB)

10-12

Tom Lacey Form: 2,

Susan Gardner Form: 05-,

Robert Dunne TFR: HHHHI

Sean Houlihan (3) TFR: HIIII

Harry Whittington Form: 265,

Harry Fry Form: 054-,

Fergal O’Brien Form: 33-,

14 Flat White (FR) Lucy Wadham Form:

Daryl Jacob TFR: HHIII

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. TFR: HHHII

Paddy Brennan TFR: HHHHI

10-2 Bryony Frost TFR: HHIII

Race 4 2.00

1m 7f 168y

1 Top Beak (IRE)

11-12

Max Young Form: P0-4,

James Best TFR: HIIII

2 Milreu Has (FR)

11-12

Neil Mulholland Form: 6P0-,

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. TFR: HHHHH

Race 5 2.35

1m 7f 168y

1 Baby Ben (IRE)

11-2

Graeme McPherson Form:

Tom Bellamy TFR: HHIII

2 Ballybreeze (GB) Samuel Drinkwater Form: F-,

11-2 Robert Dunne TFR: HIIII

3 Remember The Man (IRE) 11-10

3 Ben Ten (GB)

4 Midnight Aurora (GB)

11-10

4 Can You Call (GB)

11-2

5 Yaazaain (GB)

11-10

5 Cousu Main (FR)

11-2

Neil King Form: 46-P,

Bryony Frost TFR: HHIII

Dan Skelton Form: 001-,

Bridget Andrews TFR: HHHII

Nigel Twiston-Davies Form: P-60,

Tom Bellamy TFR: HHIII

11-2

Jennie Candlish Form:

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHIII

Andrew Martin Form: 40-,

Shane Quinlan (5) TFR: HHHII

Dan Skelton Form:

Bridget Andrews TFR: HHHII

6 Commander Miller (GB) 11-8

6 Denable (GB)

7 Bridey’s Lettuce (IRE)

11-7

7 Fishkhov (FR)

8 Crack du Ninian (FR)

11-6

9 Eurkash (FR)

11-6

Danni O’Neill Form: P-02,

Page Fuller TFR: HHHII

Charles & Adam Pogson Form: 412-,

Cillin Leonard (7) TFR: HHHII

Jennie Candlish Form: 603-,

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHHI

Paul Webber Form: 406-,

Tom Buckley (7) TFR: HHIII

10 High Grounds (IRE)

11-6

11 Light Flicker (IRE)

11-3

12 Watchman (IRE)

11-3

13 Minella Fiveo (IRE)

11-2

Ryan Potter Form: 0//P-0,

Ben Poste TFR: HIIII

Ryan Potter Form: 1/3-0,

David England TFR: HIIII

Nikki Evans Form: 0-06, Sue Smith Form: 054-,

James Nixon (5) TFR: HIIII

Bailey Sagar (10) TFR: HHIII

14 The Girl That Sang (IRE) 11-1

Sean Conway Aaron Anderson (7) Form: 064, TFR: HHHII

15 Cape Fair (GB) Gary Hanmer Form: 060,

11-1 Bryan Carver (5) TFR: HIIII

16 Manor Park (GB) Brian Barr Form: 300,

11-0

Paul O’Brien (3) TFR: HHIII

Anthony Carson Form: 0-, Harry Fry Form: 2-,

11-2 Nick Scholfield TFR: HHIII

11-2 Jonjo O’Neill Jr. TFR: HHHHH

8 Key To The Moon (GER) 11-2 Pam Sly Form:

Paul O’Brien (3) TFR: HHHII

9 Landen Calling (IRE) Fergal O’Brien Form:

10 Liquidiser (GB) Mike Sowersby Form:

11 Mozzaro (IRE) Martin Keighley Form: 4,

11-2

Paddy Brennan TFR: HHHHI

11-2 Ryan Day TFR: HIIII

11-2 James Best TFR: HHIII

12 Pirate of The Sea (IRE)

11-2

13 The Grey Falco (FR)

11-2

14 Woodford Bridge (GB)

10-9

Tom Lacey Form:

Alastair Ralph Form: P23-, Clare Hobson Form:

Stan Sheppard TFR: HHHII Lee Edwards TFR: HIIII

Jeremiah McGrath TFR: HIIII

Race 6 3.10

1m 7f 214y

1 Bold Plan (IRE)

11-2

Evan Williams Form: 1FP-,

Adam Wedge TFR: HHHII

2 Cheddleton (GB) Jennie Candlish Form: 113-,

11-2 Sean Quinlan TFR: HHHII

3 Getaway Fred (IRE)

11-2

4 Gumball (FR)

11-2

Colin Tizzard Form: 32P-,

Robbie Power TFR: HHHII

Philip Hobbs Form: 00-3,

Tom O’Brien TFR: HHHHH

5 Howling Milan (IRE)

11-2

6 King Roland (IRE)

11-2

Samuel Drinkwater Form: F0-C,

Robert Dunne TFR: HHHII

Harry Fry Form: 212-,

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. TFR: HHHHI

7 Leskinfere (IRE)

11-2

John Cornwall Form: 034-,

Ben Poste TFR: HHIII

8 Ubetya (IRE)

11-2

Kelly Morgan Form: 214-,

David Noonan TFR: HHHII

Race 7 3.45

2m 6f 108y

1 Black Tulip (GB) Henry Daly Form: P2-3,

11-12 Tom O’Brien TFR: HHHHI

2 Ballybough Nora (IRE) 11-12 Jeremy Scott Form: P2-6,

Matt Griffiths TFR: HHHHH

3 Overawed (GB) John Groucott Form: 125-,

11-11 Lee Edwards TFR: HHHII

4 Nautical Twilight (GB) 11-10 Sue Smith Form: 3F0-,

Alexander Fielding (7) TFR: HHHII

5 Liffeydale Dreamer (IRE) 11-7 Sam England Form: 103,

Jonathan England TFR: HHHII

6 Grania O’Malley (IRE)

10-12

7 Arqalina (IRE)

10-10

Evan Williams Form: 050,

Venetia Williams Form: 14P-,

Adam Wedge TFR: HHIII

Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHHHI

Race 8 4.20

2m 4f

1 Tis Fantastic (FR)

11-12

2 Joly Maker (IRE)

11-10

Michael Blake Form: P-P1,

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHHH

Jonjo O’Neill Form: 2B3,

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. TFR: HHHII

3 Spirit of Hale (IRE) Jennie Candlish Form: 013-,

11-3

Sean Quinlan TFR: HHIII

4 City Never Sleeps (IRE) 11-2 Martin Keighley Form: 2-53,

James Best TFR: HHHHI

5 Royal Act (GB)

10-13

6 Glorious Boru (IRE)

10-13

Sarah-Jayne Davies Shane Quinlan (5) Form: 550-, TFR: HHIII Zoe Davison Form: 2P-0,

William Featherstone TFR: HHIII

7 Torrent des Mottes (FR) 10-9 John Cornwall Form: 51-U,

Ben Poste TFR: HHIII

8 El Scorpio (IRE) John Groucott Form: 6/PP-,

10-9 Lee Edwards TFR: HIIII

9 Chatelier (FR)

10-8

Samuel Drinkwater David England Form: 0-44, TFR: HHHII

10 Indian Harbour (GB) Susan Gardner Form: 4-36,

10-8

Sean Houlihan (3) TFR: HIIII

11 Go Hard Or Go Home (IRE) 10-7 D. J. Jeffreys Form: 1-FP,

Tom Bellamy TFR: HHHII

12 Trimmers Lane (IRE)

10-7

13 Cnoc Sion (IRE)

10-0

Micky Hammond Form: 5P6-,

Roy Brotherton Form: P5-P,

14 Taboo (IRE) Max Young Form: 235-,

Emma Smith-Chaston (7) TFR: HIIII David Noonan TFR: HIIII

10-0 James Davies TFR: HIIII

PAUL FERGUSON’S RACEDAY PREVIEW One of today’s highlights is the Weatherbys Hamilton Wensleydale Juvenile Hurdle, a race with which Weatherbys – as sponsors – have had a long-running association.

Subsequent Champion Hurdle winner Katchit finished runner-up in this Listed event back in 2006, whilst today’s seven-strong field is topped by the Amy Murphy-trained Soldier On Parade, who has already attained an official rating of 136 following three good-ground victories at Market Rasen. He needs to prove that he is equally as effective on an easier surface, but being by Dunaden there is every chance that he will cope with conditions, and he certainly sets the standard.

The other three-time winner in the field is Longclaw, one of two runners in the race for trainer Gordon Elliott. On a strict form line, his Listowel victory gives him an edge over his stable-companion, but Duffle Coat threatens to be suited by a more truly-run race and the pair are fascinating contenders for a stable who looks set for a big day at Down Royal, where Envoi Allen and Abacadabras head their team of runners.

Dan and Harry Skelton won this corresponding race 12 months ago with a once-raced hurdler and Uttoxeter winner Cabot Cliffs bids to follow suit, whilst both First Impression and Midnights Legacy bid to improve on their recent placed efforts over course-and-distance.

The field is made up by the four-time winning filly Hiconic, who boasts the most experience of any of the seven runners. Alex Hales’ daughter of Sixties Icon made all to beat Soldier On Parade at Bangor during the summer, with the runner-up turning the tables in no uncertain terms at Market Rasen last month. Amy Murphy’s runner is a further 3lbs worse off today, but was 12 lengths clear of Hiconic when they clashed 34 days ago.

Born Survivor, 2018

Happy Diva, 2019

Elsewhere on the card, Happy Diva carries top-weight as she bids to go one place better than last year in the Listed Cash Out At bet365 Handicap Chase, a race which also features the 2018 winner, Born Survivor. The former, of course, went on to win the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham on her next start and Splash Of Ginge also used this race as a springboard to success in the ‘Paddy Power’ two years earlier.

Happy Diva, Two For Gold and Vinnie The Hoodie are the only runners in today’s field who feature among the early entries for the Grade 3 at Cheltenham next month.

Despite only four horses going to post for the bet365 Novices’ Chase, it looks an intriguing puzzle and could be a very informative contest, whilst the horse that I am, personally, most looking forward to seeing in action on the card is Third Time Lucki in the concluding novices’ hurdle.

Fourth in the Weatherbys-sponsored Champion Bumper at Cheltenham in March, Dan Skelton’s five-year-old had earlier won twice in that sphere and made the perfect transition to hurdles at Uttoxeter a fortnight ago. He has to carry a 6lbs penalty for that victory, but he won with any amount in hand, and could develop into a very smart novice this season. I’m certainly hoping so, as he is one of my ‘Leading Prospects’ in this year’s edition of Jumpers To Follow, which is available to purchase both as a paperback and digital edition here.

Enjoy the action and best of luck!

Paul.

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FIRST RACE 11.55

2m 5f 56y

THE bet365 NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7273

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): M Hammond (21 wins from 287 runners, 7%) runs RADDLE AND HUM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Twiston-Davies (4 wins from 43 runners, 9%) runs CLONDAW STORM Longest Traveller: KATAHDIN trained by C Tizzard, Sherborne, 291 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Our opener is a two mile and five furlong handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 110 and are novices - usually younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.

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ONE MORE FLEURIE (IRE) (29) 52350-F

B g Mustameet (USA) - Auburn Cherry (IRE) Owner: Mr K. McKenna Breeder: F. and L. Daly

age

st-lb

6

11-12

Jockey: Richard Johnson Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden, and well-held when falling 2 out in handicap hurdle at Warwick (21f, good) on return.

Others appeal more.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 110

2

KATAHDIN (IRE) (280) 14//6540-

7

B g Kayf Tara - Keyaza (IRE) Owner: Nigel Hanger & Eric Jones Breeder: Mr Tom Treacy

11-12

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful bumper winner for Lydia Pearce but yet to hit that form over hurdles, only ninth in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f) final start. Has it to prove now on comeback after 9 months off.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 110

3

DOYEN BREED (IRE) (255) 015343-

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Sweet Empire (IRE) Owner: The Explorers Breeder: Sean Gorman

5

11-10

Jockey: Ryan Mania Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Sponsor: Sandy Thomson Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW In frame all three runs over hurdles last term for Lucy Normile, very good third of 12 in 20f novice at Musselburgh final one. Makes handicap debut now and interesting recruit for in-form yard. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 108

4

DEVOUR (IRE) (20) 32/03-4

7

B g Milan - Marble Desire (IRE) Owner: Girsonfield Racing Club Breeder: Robert B. Hodgins

11-10

Jockey: Nathan Moscrop (3) Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 25/1, encouraging fourth after 7 months off in novice hurdle at Hexham (20.1f, soft) 20 days ago. Into handicaps now but needs to find more off stiff opening mark.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 108

5

RADDLE AND HUM (IRE) (228) 504246-

B m Milan - Gaybric (IRE) Owner: Straightline Bloodstock Breeder: Patrick Cashman

6

11-5

Jockey: Billy Garritty (5) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Straightline (NE) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on her second in 20f handicap here last December, beating only one at Kelso final run.

Tongue strap fitted for her comeback and needs to bounce back.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 103

6

TOUR DE PUB (IRE) (589) 61063/-

Ch g Aizavoski (IRE) - Gallant Express (IRE) Owner: J Scarrow, J Cowan & S Evans Breeder: Seamus Osborne

6

11-4

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, easily best of his three runs when third in 17f novice hurdle at Sedgefield 19 months ago. Back from long absence now with his fitness to prove on handicap bow.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 102

7

SAY THE WORD (GB) (14) 40632-0

4

B g Authorized (IRE) - Soryah (IRE) Jockey: Jonathan Burke Owner: Silkword Racing Partnership Trainer: Tom George, Slad Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Sponsor: HBA Media

11-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season in good form over hurdles but (16/1) looked rusty after 8 months off when only ninth of 12 in 2m handicap at Uttoxeter 14 days ago. Should strip fitter now so respected.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 99 14

8

CYRUS KEEP (IRE) (45) 053-5

7

B g Doyen (IRE) - Overbranch Owner: Ruth Jefferson Racing Club Breeder: J. M. Jefferson

11-0

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Trainer: Ruth Jefferson, Malton

TIMEFORMVIEWEncouraging third in 2m Newcastle novice hurdle and not disgraced on return when fifth at Hexham (16.2f) Star RatingHHHHI BHA 98 45 days ago, needing stiffer test. Well worth considering on handicap bow now up in trip.

9

CLONDAW STORM (IRE) (37) 45/304-5 BF

6

10-12

Gr g September Storm (GER) - Oh So Smart (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Owner: Blythe Stables LLP Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Berry Farms Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler/chaser. First run since leaving Christopher Kellett when below-form fifth in Perth handicap chase on return. Visored now with bit to prove back over hurdles.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 96

10 ARTIC MANN (GB) (228) 00555B g Sulamani (IRE) - Line Artic (FR) Owner: Kinneston Racing Breeder: Wood Farm Stud

6

10-11

Jockey: Lucy Alexander Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

11 THE FURROWS END (GB) (26) 3000-0P Bl g Proclamation (IRE) - Chalosse Owner: Sharron & Robert Colvin Breeder: Paul Arnold

4

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Ed de Giles, Ledbury Sponsor: Ed de Giles Racing

10-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler. 300/1, pulled up in 2m novice at Uttoxeter last time. Tries much longer trip now going handicapping but very hard to make a case for.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 88

12 BLACK MARKET (IRE) (106) 4060P-0

6

10-0

B g Yeats (IRE) - Aneda Dubh (IRE) Jockey: Colm McCormack (3) Owner: Fellowship Of The Rose Partnership 2 Trainer: John Norton, Barnsley Breeder: George Lane Sponsor: Right Advice Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-Irish hurdler but he has shown little for current yard, only ninth of 12 in 20f handicap at Uttoxeter on reappearance. Easily opposed.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 84 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2019: NO TRUMPS 5 10 8 Tom Buckley 7-1 (Charlie Longsdon) 11 ran Visor worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 11.

Stewards Note: KATAHDIN: Following its run on 24/1/2020 it was reported that the horse ran too keen.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Doyen Breed (IRE), Cyrus Keep (IRE), 6-1 Clondaw Storm (IRE), 8-1 Katahdin (IRE), Say The Word (GB), 9-1 One More Fleurie (IRE), 11-1 Devour (IRE), 14-1 Raddle And Hum (IRE), 20-1 Tour de Pub (IRE), 28-1 Artic Mann (GB), 40-1 The Furrows End (GB), 80-1 Black Market (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A case can be made for a few but the most persuasive one is for DOYEN BREED who showed promise without winning for Lucy Normile last season and is expected to kick on now handicapping for his excellent new yard. Handicap debutant Cyrus Keep promises to be suited by this step up in trip so is feared most, although Say The Word is worth a second look too with his reappearance run under his belt.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DOYEN BREED (IRE) 2.CYRUS KEEP (IRE) 3.SAY THE WORD

THE RESULT

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

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

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

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First Race

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to make the frame in four runs over hurdles, ending season with modest fifth of 6 in handicap at Kelso (20.9f). Plenty to prove on return after 7-month absence.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 95

SECOND RACE 12.25

2m 5f 56y

THE bet365 NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7273

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): D Skelton (41 wins from 146 runners, 28%) runs DOG OF WAR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 50 runners, 22%) runs DOG OF WAR Longest Traveller: SIDI ISMAEL trained by K Dalgleish, Carluke, 198 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is the second division of Race 1. Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for.

To avoid horses being denied a run, which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority allows the race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions.

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SIDI ISMAEL (FR) (306) 1/2044P-

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tetouane (FR) Owner: Straightline Bloodstock Breeder: Ms Berengere Yver

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st-lb

6

11-12

Jockey: Billy Garritty (5) Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke Sponsor: Straightline (NE) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m bumper winner. Better form over hurdles but pulled up at Kelso when last seen 10 months ago, so returns with something to prove on the back of wind surgery.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 110

2

DOG OF WAR (FR) (67) 03/060-P BF

6

11-10

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Zainzana (FR) Jockey: Harry Skelton Owner: Mr Colm Donlon Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: S.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis Saint Germain Sponsor: Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and not without promise in a trio of novice hurdles last winter. Struggling some way out on return/handicap debut at Southwell (20.4f) in August but it remains early days with him. Star RatingHHHII BHA 108

3

SIX ONE NINE (IRE) (255) 0/30P62-

B g Cloudings (IRE) - Indian Athlete (IRE) Owner: D&D Armstrong Ltd Breeder: Joseph Campbell

5

11-10

Jockey: Ross Chapman Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham Sponsor: North Sea Logistics

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers and left opening pair of exploits in maiden/novice hurdle events in his wake when runner-up in a 19.8f Musselburgh novice in February. Handicap debut.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 108

4

APPLE ROCK (IRE) (8) 32/543-1

6

B g Royal Anthem (USA) - Wayward Cove Owner: Presumption in Favour Partnership Breeder: Mrs Una Sinnott

11-10 (in 7lb ex)

Jockey: Luca Morgan (7) Trainer: Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water Sponsor: Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points and confirmed promise of maiden/novice hurdle efforts when landing big field Carlisle handicap (20f) 8 days ago, staying on strongly. Big player under a penalty on that evidence. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 101 (+11)

5

BLASTER YEATS (GB) (23) 41/432-0 BF

5

B g Yeats (IRE) - Jayjay Joules Jockey: Sam Coltherd (3) Owner: Mcgoldrick Racing and Mr Gareth Plimley Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Breeder: Joseph O’Shea Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

11-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive in defeat over hurdles last winter, runner-up over extended 19f here in November.

Likely he will come forward for his Sedgefield return 23 days ago and not discounted.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 104

6

APACHE CREEK (IRE) (37) 0604-01

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Galshan (IRE) Owner: Team Tuff Breeder: Ms Cora Cronin

5

11-3

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly brought along with handicaps in mind and duly made it second time lucky when defying a 6lb lower mark at Perth (20f) in September. Looks sure to progress further as stamina is drawn out. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 101

7

THE BLACK SQUIRREL (IRE) (35) 64-B140

Br g Craigsteel - Terra Lucida (IRE) Owner: Hogarth Racing Breeder: S. Berry & B. Horgan

7

11-0

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Henry Hogarth, Stillington

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on much-reduced mark under this pilot at Cartmel (22f) in August but backward steps in 2 subsequent outings and suspicion he’s vulnerable to less exposed types here.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 98 16

8

BROADWAY JOE (IRE) (36) P/2646-P

B g Milan - Greenhall Rambler (IRE) Owner: Clan Gathering Breeder: James Mulhall

6

10-13

Jockey: Lucy Alexander Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHinted at ability in 2m maiden/novice hurdles last winter and likely first start for 9 months/handicap debut was needed at Perth (3m) in September. Retains potential moving forward.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 97

9

KARABUNGA DUDE (GB) (87) P/-56

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Danarama Owner: J & A Young (Leicester) Ltd Breeder: Mr & Mrs J. Young

6

10-11

Jockey: Charlie Hammond (3) Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little on hurdles debut for Ben Pauling early 2019 but some encouragement to glean from midfield efforts in novice/maiden events in recent months. Will hold more chance now handicapping. Star RatingHHHII BHA 95

10 FORTIA (GB) (59) 00/5060-

6

B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Veenwouden Owner: Mr Samuel Sutton & Partners Breeder: Wood Hall Stud

10-6

Jockey: Miss Becky Smith (3) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to go on over hurdles for Emma Lavelle and low-key start for present stable around the turn of the year. Fit from spins on the Flat in recent months but others more persuasive back over timber. Star RatingHHIII BHA 90

11 HAHADI (IRE) (2) 5-3P612 D

8

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Derrygowna Lord (IRE) Owner: Legacy Racing Breeder: John O’sullivan

10-2

Jockey: Rex Dingle (3) Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland Sponsor: Tote

12 HALA PRINCESS (IRE) (45) 00P4-00 Br m Bernebeau (FR) - Aroka (FR) Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham Breeder: P. Casey

5

10-0

Jockey: Joe Colliver Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Red Rock Partnership Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form shown thus far, offering little either start upon joining from Dan Skelton this summer. Can only be watched operating from out of the weights.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 80 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2019:(See Div 1) Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Visor worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Stewards Note: DOG OF WAR: Following its run on 24/8/2020 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Apache Creek (IRE), 4-1 Apple Rock (IRE), 17-2 Hahadi (IRE), 10-1 Dog of War (FR), 11-1 Blaster Yeats (GB), 14-1 Sidi Ismael (FR), Broadway Joe (IRE), 16-1 Six One Nine (IRE), The Black Squirrel (IRE), 20-1 Karabunga Dude (GB), 40-1 Fortia (GB), 50-1 Hala Princess (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

APPLE ROCK and Apache Creek both arrive on the back of last-time-out victories and rate the pair to focus on. The former looked all about stamina when pulling clear with the runner-up at Carlisle 8 days ago in a strong race for the grade and narrowly shades the vote. Hahadi has been in good form for his new yard of late and completes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.APPLE ROCK (IRE) 2.APACHE CREEK (IRE) 3.HAHADI (IRE)

THE RESULT

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Second Race

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark under Rules atWincanton (21.3f, visored) 2 weeks ago and matched that effort when close second of 13 at Taunton (19f) on Wednesday. Fancied to give another good account.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 86

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TRAINER

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Winners

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3rds

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30

Nigel Hawke

1

1

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15

Harry Whittington

1

1

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15

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THIRD RACE 1.00

3m 45y

THE bet365 NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8035

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3269; Second £1083; Third £542; Fourth £299.

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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): D Skelton (41 wins from 146 runners, 28%) runs SHAN BLUE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 50 runners, 22%) runs SHAN BLUE Longest Traveller: HOLD THE NOTE trained by M Channon, West Ilsley, 194 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 three mile novices’ steeple chase is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards with a 6lb penalty for each steeple chase won previously, see Shan Blue as an example.

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SHAN BLUE (IRE) (16) F1326-1 C D

B g Shantou (USA) - Lady Roberta (IRE) Owner: Mr Colm Donlon Breeder: Desmond Amond

age

st-lb

6

11-10

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who (5/4) made excellent start over fences when wide-margin winner of 8-runner novice here (19.4f, good) 16 days ago. More to come and should stay 3m so firmly in the mix.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 146

2

HOLD THE NOTE (IRE) (234) 12/3P23-

B g Jeremy (USA) - Keys Hope (IRE) Owner: Mr T. P. Radford Breeder: Michael Martin

6

11-4

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Mick Channon, West Ilsley Sponsor: Timico

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win over fences but quickly made into smart novice last term, placed in 3m Grade 2 at Warwick and Listed Handicap at Cheltenham last two outings. Lacks recent run but still the one to beat.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 146

3

I K BRUNEL (GB) (28) 6/1041-2 D

6

11-4

B g Midnight Legend - Somethinaboutmolly (IRE) Jockey: A. P. Heskin Owner: McNeill Family and Prodec Networks Ltd Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: Miss Z. A. E. Phillips Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks made for chasing and (13/8) made a highly promising start after 8 months off when close second of 5 in novice at Fontwell (21.6f, soft) 28 days ago. Sure to progress and add to two hurdle wins. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 139

4

SNOW LEOPARDESS (GB) (31) 31/1//02-3

Gr m Martaline - Queen Soraya Owner: Mr A. Fox-Pitt Breeder: O. and Mrs Fox-Pitt

8

10-11

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Has come to chasing quite late but shaped encouragingly after 9 months off when (5/1) debut third of 5 in novice at Bangor (24f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Has more to offer but this is no easy ask. Star RatingHHHII BHA 126 DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2019: SAM SPINNER 7 11 10 Joe Colliver 8-13 (Jedd O’Keeffe) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Hold The Note (IRE), 15-8 Shan Blue (IRE), 3-1 I K Brunel (GB), 16-1 Snow Leopardess (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

All four are in with a shout but HOLD THE NOTE rates the clear form pick and can put his added experience to excellent use to gain an overdue first chasing success.

Both I K Brunel and Shan Blue arrive on the back of highly promising first efforts over fences so are much respected in an intriguing novice chase.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HOLD THE NOTE (IRE) 2.I K BRUNEL 3.SHAN BLUE (IRE)

THE RESULT

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

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20

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

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

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

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Third Race

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FOURTH RACE 1.35

2m

THE bet365 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11400

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4953; Second £1641; Third £821; Fourth £410; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £6498)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): P Kirby (29 wins from 182 runners, 16%) runs ARTHUR MAC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (8 wins from 31 runners, 26%) runs FIN AND GAME Longest Traveller: WILLIAM H BONNEY trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 207 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two mile handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130. 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 130, Marlborough Sounds in this particular race, is required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 125 such as Fransham.

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ARTHUR MAC (IRE) (16) 41215/-0 D

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Ch g Getaway (GER) - Orchardstown Moss (IRE) Jockey: Thomas Dowson Owner: The Vacuum Pouch Company Limited Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Breeder: James Purcell Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Philip Hobbs and won twice over hurdles for Henry Oliver during 2018/19. Shaped encouragingly over C&D on return for new yard 16 days ago, but others preferred kept to this trip. Star RatingHHHII BHA 132

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MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS (GB) (42) 2310-

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11-12

B g Camelot - Wind Surf (USA) Jockey: Jack Quinlan Owner: Vitality CBD Partners & Mr Julian Taylor Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket Breeder: Lady Juliet Tadgell Sponsor: Amy Murphy Racing Ltd, Vitality TIMEFORM VIEW Improved form to get off the mark with plenty to spare on handicap hurdle debut at Fontwell (17,7f) in January. Warmed up for this in the perfect style with an AW win last month (tongue tied). Star RatingHHHHI BHA 130

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WILLIAM H BONNEY (GB) (16) 100/P3-5 D

B g Midnight Legend - Calamintha Owner: Mr & Mrs R. Scott Breeder: Pitchall Stud

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11-11

Jockey: Tom Cannon Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 9-y-o who shaped as if retaining plenty of ability after 7 months off in C&D handicap 16 days ago, not ideally served by the lack of pace. Eased 2lb and needs considering with that under his belt. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 129

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JAMACHO (GB) (15) 111154 D

6

Ch g Camacho - Obsessive Secret (IRE) Owner: Stratford Racecourse & Robert Aplin Breeder: Glen Andred Stud & Mickley Stud

11-11

Jockey: William Kennedy Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWHas resumed in this sphere better than ever, completing his 4-timer in 2m Stratford handicap in September.

Far from disgraced from this mark since but has perhaps reached his limit as a hurdler.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 129

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DONT HESITATE (FR) (391) 01//14/40- D

B m Diamond Boy (FR) - Quibble (FR) Owner: Sullivan Bloodstock Limited Breeder: Haras D’Ecouves

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11-10

Jockey: Connor Brace (3) Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held on handicap bow/final run for Willie Mullins at Gowran on latest start last October, but has joined another quality stable and return to shorter may help, so worth a look in the betting. Star RatingHHHII BHA 128

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FIN AND GAME (IRE) (293) 52P/320- CD

B g Oscar (IRE) - Miss Cilla (IRE) Owner: Mr T. G. Leslie Breeder: E. O’Gorman

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11-9

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Sponsor: Betsson Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Two novice hurdle wins in 2017/18 and solid placed efforts in handicaps on first 2 starts of last season.

However, stopped quickly when well-held at Kempton on final start in January.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 127

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FRANSHAM (GB) (13) 01065-5 CD

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

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11-7

Jockey: Kielan Woods Trainer: Pam Sly, Peterborough Sponsor: Pam Sly Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this with something to spare last November and shaped as if retaining all his ability after 9 months off at Market Rasen (20.6f) 13 days ago. Of firm interest back down in trip here.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 125 24

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ILAYA (FR) (240) 061412- D

6

Gr m Kapgarde (FR) - Tour Magic (FR) Owner: The Golden Cuckoo Breeder: Mr Christian Sainte Marie

11-7

Jockey: Miss Becky Smith (3) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful mare who ran a cracker under a double penalty back in novice company at Catterick final outing last season, but she returns to open company with her yard quiet.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 125

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POP THE CORK (GB) (265) 2102- D

B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Gospel Music Owner: Martyn and Elaine Booth Breeder: Farmers Hill Stud

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11-1

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

TIMEFORMVIEWBuilton hurdlingdebut promise when landing a Uttoxeter juvenilehurdle lastOctober.Well-held on Sandown handicap bow but got back on track when second at Warwick (2m) final outing. Had wind op. Star RatingHHHII BHA 119

10 SORBET (GB) (29) 3/6522-2

5

B m Passing Glance - Fireburst Owner: Mrs P. Toye Breeder: Mrs P. J. Toye

10-9

Jockey: Richard Johnson Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Sponsor: Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last term with improved efforts and continued her run-by-run progression when second in 2m Warwick handicap on reappearance 29 days ago, despite conceding first run. Respected.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 113 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2019: FRANSHAM 5 11 4 Kielan Woods 17-2 (Pam Sly) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

Stewards Note: FIN AND GAME: Following its run on 11/1/2020 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 William H Bonney (GB), 13-2 Marlborough Sounds (GB), 7-1 Jamacho (GB), 15-2 Pop The Cork (GB), 8-1 Fransham (GB), 17-2 Ilaya (FR), 10-1 Sorbet (GB), 12-1 Dont Hesitate (FR), 16-1 Arthur Mac (IRE), Fin And Game (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

FRANSHAM found the test too much at Market Rasen but shaped as if retaining all his ability and looks very interesting having won this race last year. William H Bonney is another to bear in mind with his reappearance under his belt, while Marlborough Sounds warmed up for this in perfect style with an AW win last month.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FRANSHAM 2.WILLIAM H BONNEY 3.MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS

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BET365 will present a memento to the winning owner of this race and £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in the race.

ABBREVIATIONS BF—Beaten Favourite. B—Brought Down. C—Course Winner.

D—Distance Winner. F—Fell. P—Pulled Up. R—Refused. S—Slipped Up. U—Unseated. d—Disqualified. r—Ran Out.

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FIFTH RACE 2.10

2m 3f 85y

THE CASH OUT AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £21000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £9152; Second £3757; Third £1880; Fourth £939; Fifth £470; Sixth £235. (Penalty Value £11959.50) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): D Skelton (41 wins from 146 runners, 28%) runs BORN SURVIVOR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 50 runners, 22%) runs BORN SURVIVOR Fancy That: B Ellison won this race in 2010 and 2013. The stable runs NIETZSCHE today.

Longest Traveller: SIZING PLATINUM trained by C Tizzard, Sherborne, 291 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This Listed contest is a high-quality two mile and three furlong handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 155. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.

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HAPPY DIVA (IRE) (232) 2/21242- C

B m King’s Theatre (IRE) - Megans Joy (IRE) Owner: Mr Will Roseff Breeder: M. Harris & P. Mckeon

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11-12

Jockey: Richard Patrick (3) Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne Sponsor: Horseracing.net

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who was second in this last year before winning Betvictor Gold Cup at Cheltenham. Rounded off last term with excellent second in Plate at Festival there. Should give it usual good shot.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 153

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BORN SURVIVOR (IRE) (293) 141/444- CD

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B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Bob’s Flame (IRE) Jockey: Harry Skelton Owner: Mrs G. Widdowson & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Liam Brady

11-8

TIMEFORMVIEWWon this race in 2018 and fourth 12 months ago. Not seen since fourth of 5 in Kempton Grade 2 in January but has good record when fresh and likely to be competitive.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 149

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SIZING PLATINUM (IRE) (48) 01/F31-4

B g Definite Article - Quest of Passion (FR) Owner: Ann & Alan Potts Limited Breeder: Baronrath and Baroda Studs

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11-6

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Sponsor: Green Mining (Sizing), Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Off a year after winning at Worcester (2m) last September but made a pleasing return when fourth at Fontwell last month. No back number despite age.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 147

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TWO FOR GOLD (IRE) (258) 14/1112- C

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11-5

B g Gold Well - Two of Each (IRE) Jockey: David Bass Owner: May We Never Be Found Out Partnership 2 Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Breeder: Neil R. Tector Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdle winner who was a smart novice chaser last term, including 3m Warwick Grade 2 win in January. May go on to better things this season but suspicion he’ll find this test on sharp side. Star RatingHHHII BHA 146

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CHARMANT (FR) (232) 1F/451P- CD

B g Balko (FR) - Ravissante (FR) Owner: Mr A Phillips & Mrs N Sperling Breeder: Jaques Provost

8

11-1

Jockey: Brian Hughes Trainer: James Ewart, Langholm Sponsor: James Ewart Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in C&D handicap in January. Pulled up in Plate at Cheltenham Festival in March but should fare better back in slightly calmer waters on return (goes well fresh).

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 142

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LOUIS’ VAC POUCH (IRE) (13) U5320-0 D

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10-12

B g Oscar (IRE) - Coming Home (FR) Jockey: Thomas Dowson Owner: The Vacuum Pouch Company Limited Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Breeder: Pat Kinsella Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler/chaser who shaped as if better for run when seventh of 10 on Market Rasen reappearance 13 days ago. Capable off this mark at best.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 139

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HUNTSMAN SON (IRE) (538) 26210/2- D

B g Millenary - Daly Lady (IRE) Owner: Mrs Wendy Wesley Breeder: Joseph O’Dwyer

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10-12

Jockey: Kielan Woods Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who got off mark over fences in Newbury novice in March 2019 but he hasn’t been seen since a good second at Haydock in May of that year. Betting perhaps best guide to expectations.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 139 28

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THE UNIT (IRE) (685) 012132/- D

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10-11

B g Gold Well - Sovana (FR) Jockey: Tom Cannon Owner: International Plywood (Importers) Ltd Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder: Arctic Tack Stud Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice chase winner in 2018 and second in 4-runner Doncaster handicap when last seen in December of that year. Subsequent absence an obvious concern, particularly as he returns in warm race. Star RatingHHHII BHA 138

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JOKE DANCER (GB) (16) 113FP-0

Ch g Authorized (IRE) - Missy Dancer Owner: Mrs Aafke Clarke Breeder: Ashbrittle Stud

7

Jockey: Ryan Mania Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

10-10

TIMEFORM VIEW Let down by his jumping at the end of last season but he did look promising to start with and his fencing has Star RatingHHHII BHA 137 presumably been worked on since. Sharper for a recent spin over hurdles. Cheekpieces on.

10 ROYAL VILLAGE (IRE) (31) 13F-646

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10-8

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Etoile Margot (FR) Jockey: Billy Garritty (5) Owner: Cheltenham Trail & Cleeve Racing Club Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: Godfrey Moylan Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive for Ian Williams last season but has yet to fire this time round and it remains to be seen if a change of stable makes any difference.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 135

11 NIETZSCHE (GB) (33) 212U20- D

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10-7

Ch g Poet’s Voice - Ganga (IRE) Jockey: Henry Brooke Owner: D Gilbert, M Lawrence, A Bruce, G Wills Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Breeder: West Stow Stud Ltd Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from Flat (third latest). Did land 2 novice chase wins last season but hasn’t always convinced with his jumping and there’ll be pressure placed upon him in this competitive handicap scenario.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 134

12 VINNIE THE HODDIE (IRE) (34) 3F0-414 B g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Blackwater Babe (IRE) Owner: Five Guys & A Striker Syndicate Breeder: Kevin Fox

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10-2

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn Sponsor: Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on encouraging reappearance when opening chase account at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m) last month. Best of those ridden prominently when fourth in hot race at Market Rasen since. Can make mistakes. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 129 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2019: GUITAR PETE (IRE) 9 10 9 Ryan Day 7-2 (Nicky Richards) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 7, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Happy Diva (IRE), 6-1 Two For Gold (IRE), 17-2 Vinnie The Hoddie (IRE), 9-1 Born Survivor (IRE), Sizing Platinum (IRE), 12-1 Charmant (FR), 14-1 Huntsman Son (IRE), The Unit (IRE), 16-1 Louis’ Vac Pouch (IRE), 20-1 Royal Village (IRE), 22-1 Joke Dancer (GB), 33-1 Nietzsche (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Cheltenham in a fortnight’s time is likely the main aim for HAPPY DIVA but she ran well in this on reappearance last year and it would be no surprise if this most consistent mare proved up to conceding weight all round. Charmant won over C&D last winter and has twice been successful on his seasonal reappearance so he’s respected, while Vinnie The Hoddie should also figure if his jumping holds up.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HAPPY DIVA (IRE) 2.CHARMANT (FR) 3.VINNIE THE HODDIE (IRE)

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The Cash Out At bet365 Handicap Steeple Chase (Listed Race) (two miles about three and a half furlongs) Previous winners YEAR 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

HORSE GUITAR PETE BORN SURVIVOR GUITAR PETE INDIAN STREAM WAKANDA SHADOWS LENGTHEN ULTIMATE BLESS THE WINGS FISTRAL BEACH NEPTUNE EQUESTER

TRAINER Nicky Richards Dan Skelton Nicky Richards Neil Mulholland Sue Smith Michael Easterby Brain Ellison Alan King Paul Nicholls Brain Ellison 29

JOCKEY Ryan Day Harry Skelton Ryan Day Noel Fehily Danny Cook Brian Harding Danny Cook Wayne Hutchinson R. Walsh Fearghal Davis

STARTING PRICE 7/2F (8 ran) 7/2 (7 ran) 2/1F (6 ran) 7/2 (7 ran) 11/4 J Fav (8 ran) 20/1 (8 ran) 25/1 (12 ran) 11/4Fav (11 ran) 5/2 Fav (11 ran) 5/1 (9 ran)

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SIXTH RACE 2.45

2m

THE WEATHERBYS HAMILTON WENSLEYDALE JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE)

for juvenile three yrs old x Total race value £15000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £6537; Second £2684; Third £1343; Fourth £671; Fifth £336; Sixth £168. (Penalty Value £8542.50) A

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): D Skelton (41 wins from 146 runners, 28%) runs CABOT CLIFFS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (16 wins from 73 runners, 22%) runs DUFFLE COAT and LONGCLAW Fancy That: A King won this race in 2011 and 2018. The stable runs MIDNIGHTS LEGACY today.

Longest Traveller: LONGCLAW & DUFFLE COAT trained by G Elliott, Ireland.

RACE DESCRIPTION Juvenile races are designed solely for three-year-olds in order to allow younger horses to gain valuable experience by racing against each other before taking on older, more battle-hardened rivals. Initially, every runner in this two mile and one furlong hurdle race is allotted 10st 12lb (fillies 10st 5lb), before previous winners are given a penalty dependant on the class of race they won – 3lb for a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race, hence why Soldier On Parade carries 11st 1lb here after a Class 2 win last time out, and 5lb for a Class 1 weightfor-age hurdle race. Again, this is a Listed race, so we’re seeing some smart performers lining up here.

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SOLDIER ON PARADE (GB) (34) 2111

B g Dunaden (FR) - Litewska (IRE) Owner: Hostages To Fortune Breeder: R. F. and S. D. Knipe

11-1

Jockey: Jack Quinlan Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket Sponsor: Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Defeated by Hiconic on hurdle debut but unbeaten in 3 runs since (all at Market Rasen), including comfortably taking revenge on that rival last time. Respected but does have to give weight away.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 136

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CABOT CLIFFS (IRE) (14) 1 D

10-12

Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Hallouella Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham Breeder: Deerpark Stud

Jockey: Harry Skelton Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Sponsor: Red Rock Partnership Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive on Flat for Charlie Hills and looked a useful recruit to the hurdle ranks when making a successful start at Uttoxeter last month. More to come for last year’s winning yard.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

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DUFFLE COAT (IRE) (27) 11 D

10-12

Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Humilis (IRE) Owner: Mr Ray Stokes Breeder: Castleton Lyons & Kilboy Estate

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Ready winner of juvenile hurdles at Punchestown and Gowran in recent weeks. Johnson on yard’s other runner but suspicion this one won’t give up unbeaten record without a fight.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

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FIRST IMPRESSION (IRE) (16) 2 BF

10-12

B g Make Believe - Charmgoer (USA) Jockey: Brian Hughes Owner: Blackburn, Fox, McWilliams, & Pendelbury Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Breeder: John Dwan & Make Believe Syndicate Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Sheridan Fabrications Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a useful Flat performer this year. Promising start over hurdles when going down only narrowly over C&D 16 days ago. Open to improvement.

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

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LONGCLAW (USA) (40) 111 D

10-12

B g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Secret Union (USA) Jockey: Richard Johnson Owner: N.H.J Racing Syndicate Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland Breeder: Kenneth L. Ramsey & Sarah K. Ramsey

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat and has taken very well to hurdling, winning all 3 starts, the latest when gamely conceding lots of weight at Listowel. Leading form claims.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

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MIDNIGHTS LEGACY (GB) (16) 3 BF

B c Midnight Legend - Giving Owner: Pitchall Stud Partnership Breeder: Pitchall Stud

10-12

Jockey: Tom Cannon Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time Flat winner. Related to Midnights’ Gift and Giveaway Glance, both winning hurdlers for these connections, but she was 16 lengths behind First Impression on her recent C&D hurdle bow. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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HICONIC (GB) (34) 11112 D BF

B f Sixties Icon - Hi Note Owner: Golden Equinox Racing & Partner Breeder: Miss S. West

Jockey: Kielan Woods Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote

10-5

TIMEFORM VIEW No great shakes on Flat but different proposition in this sphere, winning first 4 starts. Unbeaten run came to end when only 12 lengths second to Soldier On Parade at Market Rasen last time, though. Star RatingHHHII BHA 128 32

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2019: LANGER DAN (IRE) 3 10 12 Harry Skelton 4-1 (Dan Skelton) 9 ran Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Longclaw (USA), 4-1 Duffle Coat (IRE), 11-2 Cabot Cliffs (IRE), 6-1 Soldier On Parade (GB), 7-1 Hiconic (GB), 9-1 First Impression (IRE), 20-1 Midnights Legacy (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Gordon Elliott holds a strong hand courtesy of LONGCLAW and Duffle Coat, who both put unbeaten hurdle records on the line. The former is the mount of Richard Johnson and is narrowly preferred. Cabot Cliffs may prove pick of the home contingent in what looks a good renewal of this Listed prize.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LONGCLAW (USA) 2.DUFFLE COAT (IRE) 3.CABOT CLIFFS (IRE)

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Previous winners YEAR

HORSE

TRAINER

JOCKEY

2019

LANGER DAN

Dan Skelton

Harry Skelton

2018

CRACKER FACTORY

Alan King

Daryl Jacob

2017

MALAYA

Paul Nicholls

Sam Twiston-Davies 10/11F (4 ran)

2016

CLIFFS OF DOVER

Paul Nicholls

Harry Cobden

2015

LEONCAVALLO

John Ferguson

Aidan Coleman

2014

FULL DAY

Brian Ellison

Danny Cook

8/15F (5 ran)

2013

ROYAL IRISH HUSSAR

Nicky Henderson

Barry Geraghty

5/2JF (7 ran)

2012

SAMETEGAL

Paul Nicholls

R. Walsh

1/2F (6 ran)

2011

SECRET EDGE

Alan King

Robert Thornton

9/2 (12 ran)

2010

MAOI CHINN TIRE

Jennie Candlish

Alan O’Keeffe 33

STARTING PRICE 4/1 (9 ran) 7/4F (8 ran) 7/4 (7 ran) 4/6F (5 ran)

200/1 (13 ran)

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SEVENTH RACE 3.20

1m 7f 36y

THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12200

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5349; Second £1772; Third £887; Fourth £443; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £7017.84) Weights lowered 4lbs.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): M Hammond (21 wins from 287 runners, 7%) runs GLOBAL JACKPOT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Jonjo O’Neill (6 wins from 44 runners, 14%) runs TIDAL WATCH Weightwatcher: CRACKING FIND won off a handicap mark of 131, his rating is now down 9lb to 122.

Longest Traveller: SMITHS CROSS trained by M Scudamore, Bromsash, 193 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION The penultimate race this afternoon is a two mile handicap steeple chase for four-yearolds and upwards which have been officially rated 0-125. As in all handicaps on this afternoon’s card the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 124, Equus Millar here, is required to carry 2lb more than Cracking Find, rated 122.

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SOME REIGN (IRE) (28) R42/43-1 C

B g Kayf Tara - Bridge Love (FR) Owner: Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Breeder: Cleaboy Stud

age

st-lb

9

11-10

Jockey: Conor O’Farrell Trainer: Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Sponsor: Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Frustrating sort (has refused to race twice) but returned with a mighty run to land Hexham novice handicap chase 4 weeks ago. Needs to back that up here up 5lb.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 127

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GLOBAL JACKPOT (GB) (69) 320-355

B g Flying Legend (USA) - A Fistful of Euros Owner: Mrs Helen Sugden Breeder: Shade Oak Stud

7

11-8

Jockey: Billy Garritty (5) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Optima Self Store

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 2m hurdler who matched that form without success over fences for Gordon Elliott (jumping held him back) and has work to do starting out for new yard.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 125

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EQUUS MILLAR (IRE) (485) 1600/01-

7

11-7

B g Masterofthehorse (IRE) - Lets Get Busy (IRE) Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Owner: James and Jean Potter Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Sponsor: Potter Group TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful handicap hurdler who made the perfect start over fences in 2mWorcester novice chase when last seen in July 2019. Surely more to come if all is well.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA 124

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YCCS PORTOCERVO (FR) (68) 104-314 BF

5

11-7

Gr g Martaline - Griva (FR) Jockey: Harry Cobden Owner: Mrs M C Litton&Mrs F D McInnes Skinner Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Breeder: Mr Gheorghe Codre Sponsor: Carehome Selection Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdle winner who landed 20f Uttoxeter handicap chase in August and shaped encouragingly in well-run race over shorter at Cartmel 9 weeks ago.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 124

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BALLYVIC BORU (IRE) (9) 3405-P3 CD

B g Brian Boru - Thedoublede (IRE) Owner: Mr P J Martin & Partner Breeder: David Moran

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11-6

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Step back in the right direction after 4 months off at Hereford last week and took a C&D handicap chase this time last year after a similar comeback.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 123 (-1)

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TIDAL WATCH (IRE) (31) 4-43450

B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Najmati Owner: Ms Diane Carr Breeder: T. Molan

6

11-6

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Has established himself as a useful handicap chaser without success but has some modest runs to leave behind to win this.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 123

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CRACKING FIND (IRE) (16) F/4000-U CD

9

B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Crack The Kicker (IRE) Jockey: Ryan Mania Owner: Mrs A. Ellis Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Breeder: Alastair Pim Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

11-5

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who shaped as if retaining plenty of ability after almost 9 months off here a fortnight ago.

On a cracking mark if building on that.

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 122 36

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CILAOS GLACE (FR) (239) 611/0UP-

Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Miss Glacee (FR) Owner: Heart of the South Racing 118 Breeder: Mr Anthony Gourama

7

11-4

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn Sponsor: Heart Of The South Bloodstock, Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles in spring 2019 and while last season was a write-off over fences he boasts some strong form and could do better in this sphere off reduced mark.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 121

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SMITHS CROSS (IRE) (29) 3P50-20

B g Westerner - Blue Supreme (IRE) Owner: Mrs Lynne Maclennan Breeder: Padraig Barry

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11-0

Jockey: Brendan Powell Trainer: Michael Scudamore, Bromsash Sponsor: Kiely Bros Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of ability there but the wheels don’t usually take long to come off and he bombed out again in a Warwick handicap hurdle last time. Headgear now tried back over fences.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 117 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2019:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: BALLYVIC BORU: Following its run on 21/10/2020 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Equus Millar (IRE), 9-2 Some Reign (IRE), 11-2 Yccs Portocervo (FR), 6-1 Cracking Find (IRE), 7-1 Ballyvic Boru (IRE), 11-1 Tidal Watch (IRE), 20-1 Global Jackpot (GB), 22-1 Cilaos Glace (FR), Smiths Cross (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

There is more to come from EQUUS MILLAR over fences and he might be well placed to make a winning return after 16 months off for a yard that do well at this meeting. Sue Smith’s Cracking Find could be set for a big run off a reduced mark having shaped encouragingly on his comeback here a fortnight ago. Ballyvic Boru and Hexham-winner Some Reign are also on the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EQUUS MILLAR (IRE) 2.CRACKING FIND (IRE) 3.BALLYVIC BORU (IRE)

THE RESULT

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EIGHTH RACE 3.55

2m

THE bet365 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £9100 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4507; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373.

(Penalty Value £5913.18)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): D Skelton (41 wins from 146 runners, 28%) runs THIRD TIME LUCKI Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 50 runners, 22%) runs THIRD TIME LUCKI Longest Traveller: HEART OF A LION trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 207 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Today’s final race is a two mile hurdle race and is another for novices. It is restricted to horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not previously won more than three hurdle races.

Initially, the weights are set according to sex with fillies and mares carrying 7lb less than their male rivals before previous hurdle race winners, like Third Time Lucki here, are allocated a 6lb penalty for one race win, while two hurdle race wins, or a Class 1 or 2 hurdle race win, results in 10lb extra being allocated to the horse in question.

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THIRD TIME LUCKI (IRE) (14) 2/3114-1 D

Br g Arcadio (GER) - Definite Valley (IRE) Owner: Mike and Eileen Newbould Breeder: Mr G. Delaney

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st-lb

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11-4

Jockey: Harry Skelton Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart and progressive form in bumpers last season, culminating with a solid fourth in the Champion Bumper. Impressive in landing the odds on Uttoxeter hurdle debut and can defy a penalty.

Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

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BUZZ DE TURCOING (FR) (230) P/16/520-

B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Panora Night (FR) Owner: Prestbury Thoroughbreds Breeder: Frederic Duvivier

6

10-12

Jockey: Jack Tudor (5) Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who was unlucky to bump into a useful sort of Nicky Henderson’s at Doncaster (19.5f) in January. Well-held in 18-runner EBF Final at Kempton but is now back in calmer waters. Star RatingHHHII BHA 123

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CAPTAIN BIGGLES (IRE) (338) 5-

Gr g Milan - Timon’s Present Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley Breeder: Mrs C. J. Zetter-Wells

5

10-12

Jockey: Richard Johnson Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked one for the longer term when well-held in a Hereford bumper on debut last November. Has had a wind op.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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COCKNEY BEAU (FR) (16) 2335-0

Gr g Cockney Rebel (IRE) - Salsa Melody (FR) Owner: CHEERLEADER RACING Breeder: M.L. Bloodstock Ltd

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10-12

Jockey: Miss Becky Smith (3) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Harrogate Spring Water

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on 3 of his 4 starts in bumpers but was well-held sent hurdling after a wind operation here 16 days ago.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

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DRAGONFRUIT (GB) (8) 2P-404

5

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Fruity Farm Owner: Mrs Beverley Bostock Breeder: Exors of the Late Edward Crow

10-12

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Oliver Greenall, Malpas Sponsor: Swansway, Smartplanner

TIMEFORM VIEW Left hurdling debut form behind but was probably flattered when 19 1/4 lengths last of 4 to Ribble Valley in intermediate event at Carlisle (17.2f) last week.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

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EWOOD PARK (IRE) (19) 4

5

B g Shirocco (GER) - Windfola (FR) Owner: McNeill Family Breeder: Suzanne Berry

10-12

Jockey: A. P. Heskin Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty to work on when fourth of 13 in a Newton Abbot bumper (16.8f) on debut 19 days ago, faring best of those held up. Makes hurdles debut.

Star RatingHHHII BHA -

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HEART OF A LION (IRE) (472) 1- D

B g Yeats (IRE) - Lady Secret (FR) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Breeder: Cleaboy Stud

5

10-12

Jockey: Tom Cannon Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made an impressive winning bumper debut at Southwell (15.7f, good) in July 2019. Off track since but is still an interesting recruit to hurdling for top connections.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 40

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HIDDEN COMMANDER (IRE) (243) 01-

5

10-12

B g Shirocco (GER) - Gift of Freedom (IRE) Jockey: Thomas Dowson Owner: The Vacuum Pouch Company Limited Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Breeder: M. Doran Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing TIMEFORM VIEW EUR34,000 3-y-o, Shirocco gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Roaring Bull.

Star RatingHHIII BHA Dam ran twice in bumpers. Won second of 2 starts in Irish points (Mar 1).

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HIGHLAND SKY (IRE) (12) P

5

B g Camelot - Healing Music (FR) Owner: Mr P Boyle & Mr Brian Ellison Breeder: Healing Music Partnership

10-12

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair stayer on the Flat for David Simcock. Attracted support but showed nothing sent hurdling after Star RatingHHIII BHA 14 months off when pulled up on Sedgefield 12 days ago.

10 KYOTO STAR (FR) (14)

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B g Oasis Dream - Hanami Owner: Mr I. P. Crane Breeder: Mr Guy Heald

10-12

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat winner but well below form last time and hard to fancy now hurdling.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

11 NOBLE SAVAGE (IRE) (356) 00-

5

B g Arcadio (GER) - Callerdiscallerdat (IRE) Owner: Mr Charles C. Walker Breeder: Patrick Griffin

10-12

Jockey: Mark Grant Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: P3P Partners LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than the bare results suggest in a brace of bumpers last season but is likely a longer-term project over hurdles.

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

12 BIBBIDIBOBBIDIBOO (IRE) (15) 0 B m Red Jazz (USA) - Provence Owner: Mr T. S. Ingham & Mrs Liz Ingham Breeder: Hyde Park Stud

5

10-5

Jockey: William Kennedy Trainer: Ann Duffield, Leyburn Sponsor: Sims Suzuki

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner but unproven beyond 7f and went with little encouragement on Carlisle hurdling debut 15 days ago.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

13 JEDHI (GB) (20) 6

5

B m Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Capriolla Owner: Quantum Breeder: Selwood Bloodstock & Mrs S. Read

10-5

Jockey: Joe Colliver Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful 14f winner on Flat for Hughie Morrison. Shaped better than the distance beaten suggests sent hurdling after 14 months off at Hexham 20 days ago and should do better with that behind her. Star RatingHHHII BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2019: REDFORD ROAD 5 10 12 Sam Twiston-Davies 9-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 14 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

Stewards Note: BUZZ DE TURCOING: Following its run on 14/3/2020 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Third Time Lucki (IRE), 7-1 Buzz de Turcoing (FR), 15-2 Heart of A Lion (IRE), 25-1 Ewood Park (IRE), Jedhi (GB), 33-1 Hidden Commander (IRE), 40-1 Captain Biggles (IRE), Noble Savage (IRE), 50-1 Dragonfruit (GB), 80-1 Highland Sky (IRE), 150-1 Cockney Beau (FR), 200-1 Kyoto Star (FR), 250-1 Bibbidibobbidiboo (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Champion Bumper fourth THIRD TIME LUCKI was impressive in landing the odds on his Uttoxeter hurdle debut a fortnight ago and looks capable of defying a penalty before going onto better things. Buzz de Turcoing boasts some tidy form and can battle it out with Alan King’s returning bumper winner Heart Of A Lion for minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THIRD TIME LUCKI (IRE) 2.BUZZ DE TURCOING (FR) 3.HEART OF A LION (IRE)

THE RESULT

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

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

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

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 11.55 - THE bet365 NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions).

Enter by noon, October 24th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 25 entries at £29. - Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.25 - THE bet365 NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 24th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th.

Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £29.

- Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.00 - THE bet365 NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4288 to the winning horse The second to receive £1259, the third £629 and the fourth £350. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 24th and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, for each steeple chase won 6lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined.. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning Owner, Trainer & Jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries at £33. - Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3269; Second £1083; Third £542; Fourth £299. (Penalty Value £4288.68) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.35 - THE bet365 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6498 to the winning horse The second to receive £1908, the third £954, the fourth £477, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 24th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer & jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 22 entries at £45. - Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4953; Second £1641; Third £821; Fourth £410; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £6498) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.10 - THE CASH OUT AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11959 to the winning horse The second to receive £4487, the third £2247, the fourth £1119, the fifth £562 and the sixth £281. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-155. £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 128 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 6lb. bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a memento to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 27 entries, 1 at £20 and 26 at £100. - Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9152; Second £3757; Third £1880; Fourth £939; Fifth £470; Sixth £235.

(Penalty Value £11959.50) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.45 - THE WEATHERBYS HAMILTON WENSLEYDALE JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8542 to the winning horse The second to receive £3205, the third £1605, the fourth £799, the fifth £402 and the sixth £201. for juvenile three yrs old. Enter by noon, October 24th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th.

Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb. WEATHERBYS HAMILTON has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £3000 towards the prize money for this race. 10 entries at £75. - Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6537; Second £2684; Third £1343; Fourth £671; Fifth £336; Sixth £168. (Penalty Value £8542.50) A SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.20 - THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7017 to the winning horse The second to receive £2060, the third £1030, the fourth £515, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £54 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th. Penalties, after October 17th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning Owner, trainer and Jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a memento to the stable employee responsible for the bet turned out horse in this race. 19 entries at £54. - Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5349; Second £1772; Third £887; Fourth £443; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £7017.84) Weights lowered 4lbs.

SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 3.55 - THE bet365 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5913 to the winning horse The second to receive £1736, the third £868 and the fourth £434. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 24th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 28th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a memento to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 28 entries at £45.

- Closed October 24th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4507; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373.

(Penalty Value £5913.18) SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. 43

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