FIRST RACE 2.20
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Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 15 Owners Prize Money 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (47 wins from 169 runners, 28%) runs KING ESOTERIC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs CHICO MAGNIFICA
Fancy That: O Murphy won this race in 2023 and 2025 The stable runs CHICO MAGNIFICA today Longest Traveller: BETTERYOUTHANME trained by R M Smith, Galston, 205 miles.
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
1 ASTA LA VISTA (GB) (27) 440 5 11-6
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - One of The Last Daire McConville (7) J
O Andrew Fox-Pitt Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Mr H Hopper & Mrs O Fox-Pitt
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when fourth of 7 in a Worcester bumper in September but has looked one for the longer term in 2 maiden hurdles, tailed off at Doncaster (19f, soft) a month ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 BETTERYOUTHANME (IRE) (21) P0F6-F0 6 11-6
Br Br g Berkshire (IRE) - Valverdesgirl (IRE) Toby Wynne J
O The Racing Suite R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mr John Blake
TIMEFORM VIEW Unpromising in Irish points and was always behind on Rules debut when tenth of 12 in maiden hurdle at Ayr 3 weeks ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
3 COLLANISI (IRE) (25) 3-005 6 11-6
Br Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Colla Pier (IRE) Ben Jones J
O Pimlico Racing - Collanisi Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Mr D. P. Dunne Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well when third in a Ffos Las bumper on debut but has failed to see his race out in 3 starts this season, having his second run over hurdles when well-beaten fifth of 9 in maiden at Southwell 25 days ago. Yard has good record at this course, though. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 DOUBLE TIGER (GB) (37) 0-5 7 11-6
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Liberthine (FR) James Bowen J
O Mr Robert Waley-Cohen Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Upton Viva Stud Upton Viva Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW From an excellent jumping family but lightly raced so far, shaping as if needing the outing after 10 months off when fifth of 13 in maiden at Southwell (2 1/2m) on hurdling/stable debut in February This run should reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 EMERALD TIME (GB) (31) 4-2F0 5 11-6
Br B g Time Test - Pitter Patter Tom Bellamy J
O Clontyseer Racing Ltd Dominic Elsworth, Naunton T
B Mr H. M. Bedford
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on second of 2 starts in bumpers and, after 9 months off, was in the process of showing an aptitude for hurdling when departing 2 out in novice at Ludlow in February However, was well held in a Catterick maiden last time. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 FINBARR (GB) (24) 4P 6 11-6
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Oleohneh (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O Miss N. R. Jefferson Ruth Jefferson, Malton T
B N. Ruth Jefferson
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise when fourth of 15 in a Newcastle bumper on debut, but failed to build on that switched to hurdles when pulled up in 2 1/2m novice at the same course early this month. TFRHHHII BHA-
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Colours No Horse Age st-lb
7 MILLFORD HILL (IRE) (8) 314P/-04 8 11-6
Br Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Which Thistle (IRE) Ross Chapman J
O Mrs Amy Fife Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner but little encouragement in 2 novice hurdles, tailed off at Sedgefield on latest outing 8 days ago.
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8 OUR GUIDE (IRE) (153) 1 5 11-6
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Madgehil (IRE) Joe Anderson (3) J
O Mr W. J. Swindell Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Jimmy Coffey BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to several winners and made a winning debut in a Galway bumper in October for J. Conheady Subsequently sold for £82,000 and he’s an interesting recruit to hurdling with new yard continuing to go well. TFRHHHHH BHA-
9 PIONEER PETE (GB) (85) 23-2243 6 11-6
Br B g Frontiersman - Premier Blanc Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Furlong Friends Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Mrs Anthea L. Morshead Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a pair of bumpers and fair form when making the frame first 3 starts over hurdles. Lesser effort when third of 6 in novice at Catterick (19f, good) on New Year’s Day, but no surprise to see him bounce back following a break. TFRHHHHI BHA112
10 PRINCE OF CLOVA (GB) (50) 5P 5 11-6
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Haafaprincess Peter Kavanagh J
O Clova Farms And Mr P D Niven Peter Niven, Malton T
B Mrs J. A. Niven & Mrs Diana Ewart Clova Hotel & Lodges S
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a hard ride on sole bumper outing and jumped ponderously before pulling up in maiden at Doncaster on hurdles bow in February Hood now reached for.
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11 PRINCE PHIL (GB) (42) 5 5 11-6
Br B g Linda’s Lad - Just A Feeling Jonathan England J
O Tor Side Racing Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mr & Mrs I. Ross Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW In hood for debut, made little impression when fifth in 9-runner bumper at Kelso last month. Now sent hurdling but is probably one for further down the line. TFRHHIII BHA-
12 HASHTAG QUEEN (FR) (101) 340 5 10-13
Br Ch m Silverwave (FR) - Kapirovska (FR) Joshua Thompson (5) J
O The Rat Pack Racing Club Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr J.C. Haimet, Mme E. Petit, Mme H. Pet Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than on debut when fourth of 5 in a Sedgefield bumper in October, her 5-month absence seeming to tell, but went backwards from that effort when last of 7 at Catterick in December Hood applied for hurdles bow TFRHHIII BHA-
13 CHICO MAGNIFICA (IRE) (19) 60 4 10-10
Br Ch g Belardo (IRE) - Magnifica (USA) Sean Bowen J
O The MARCA Syndicate Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Pegasus Bloodstock Ltd Betano, Racing Buddy S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form when winning twice from 4 starts on the level (raced at 11/12f) for Karl Burke in 2025 However, has made little impact in 2 starts over hurdles only 7 days apart and needs another run for a handicap mark. TFRHHIII BHA-
14 HELLION (IRE) (56) 0 4 10-10
Br B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Lady Cedar (IRE) Theo Gillard J
O Owners Group 156 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Camas Park Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise when third in 2 novices (both at around 1 1/4m) on the Flat last year for Brian Meehan. However, looked badly in need of the experience sent hurdling when tailed off in juvenile event at Catterick in January Tongue strap added. TFRHHIII BHA-
15 KING ESOTERIC (GB) (50) P 4 10-10
Br B g Kingman - Esoterique (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Baron Edouard De Rothschild Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Societe Civile de L’Ecurie de Meautry
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when mid-field in newcomers race at Saint-Cloud on the Flat last spring. After 10 months off/left Andre Fabre, found heavy ground too much when pulled up at Doncaster on hurdling debut in February, so he could fare better under less testing conditions. TFRHHHHI BHA2025: SIR GALAHAD (IRE) 4 10 7 Lewis Stones 12-1 (Olly Murphy) 12 ran Hood worn first time by No. 10, 12. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 14 Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Our Guide (IRE), 7-2 Pioneer Pete (GB), 13-2 King Esoteric (GB), 14-1 Collanisi (IRE), Finbarr (GB), 16-1 Emerald Time (GB), 18-1 Double Tiger (GB), 22-1 Chico Magnifica (IRE), 28-1 Hellion (IRE), 40-1 Asta La Vista (GB), Prince Phil (GB), Hashtag Queen (FR), 100-1 Betteryouthanme (IRE), Millford Hill (IRE), Prince of Clova (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW This could go the way of OUR GUIDE, who made a successful start in a Galway bumper and has since joined a trainer capable of readying a hurdling newcomer He gets the vote ahead of Pioneer Pete, who sets the standard of those with previous experience in this sphere, while King Esoteric is one to note for his leading yard.
GBB RACE
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Racing grooms work very hard looking after the horses in their care to ensure they come to the races looking immaculate. As a reward for their efforts, a cash prize is presented to the groom who is judged to have produced the 'Best Turned Out' horse in every race.
Condition & Coat - Racehorses are athletes and the way their coat looks and the way it moves easily over their muscles reflects the horses overall condition. The coat should look smooth, clean and have a glossy shine, but pay attention to Greys and lighter coloured Chestnuts, as they won't carry such a sheen to their coats, which is not for want of trying, they just have the equine equivalent of mousey hair and remember that Greys often require much more work and effort to get clean. Quarter marks are the patterns put onto the coat on the horse's hindquarters or shoulder. They are made using a damp brush, wiped against the natural lie of the coat. Much like brushing velvet the wrong way.
To Plait or not to Plait - to win Best Turned Out a horse does not have to be plaited. Some horses do not like having their heads touched and get over-excited when being plaited as it indicates they could be off to the races. If a horse is not plaited it should not go against them, providing their loose mane is short, tangle-free and even, and lying on the right hand side of the horse's neck. Plaits should be small, neat and uniform with an odd number of plaits along the neck and one at the front.
Tails you win! - Doubtless at some point you will have heard that you should not stand behind a horse! For racing grooms the trust they build with their horses means you may see some in the Parade Ring with a plaited tail. If tails are loose they must be tangle-free, not too long, and there should be no wisps of bedding or hay in the tail.
No foot no Horse - Horse's legs, particularly white markings, known as socks or stockings, must be clean. Sometimes chalk is used to brighten these marks. Feet should be well shod and hooves oiled.
Best Dressed - All items of clothing (tack) the horse wears should be in good condition and clean.
SECOND RACE 2.50
The Watch The Grand National On RacingTV Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M T Walford (16 wins from 142 runners, 11%) runs GIOVANNI CHANGE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Pauling (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs YOUDECIDE
Longest Traveller: HOLESHOT trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 242 miles.
1 HOLESHOT (IRE) (34) 5-05FP4 7 12-0
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Rowdy Exit (IRE) Mr Edward Vaughan (7) J
O The Pant Wilkin Partnership 003 Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Declan Lennon DragonBet, Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back hurdles winner last season and there were positives to glean form his chase debut fifth at Bangor in October However jumping has let him down since and will need to brush up in that department if he’s to get his head in front in this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA109
2 GIOVANNI CHANGE (FR) (70) 143P3P D 11 11-11
Br Gr g French Fifteen (FR) - Ask For Rain Jamie Hamilton J
O Readers & Wiggy, The 8 Amigos & J Burns Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Sarl Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable third back from a break at Musselburgh in December and while his subsequent no-show served as a reminder of his inconsistency, he went close in this race last year prior to back-to-back victories at Market Rasen. Will be a danger to all if on a going day TFRHHHII BHA106
3 ITHAKA (IRE) (12) 2-321PP 10 11-10
Br B g Libranno - Taras Choice Conor Ring J
O K P Marsh Plastering & Interiors Ltd Ryan Potter, Sellack T
B Maurice Stack
TIMEFORM VIEW Matched hurdles form when off the mark over fences at Hereford in January but he has followed that with a couple of non-completions. Hopes pinned on the first-time cheekpieces sparking a return to form. TFRHHIII BHA105 (-1)
4 THE CLONMEL KID (IRE) (89) P2-P300 7 11-7
Br B g Youmzain (IRE) - Downsouth (IRE) Joe Williamson J
O Mr Peter Rawcliffe Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Mrs Clodagh Fitzgerald Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler but below par so far this season and improvement needed now moving back up in trip for this chase debut in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA102
5 SLANEY OPERA (IRE) (42) 11-301P D BF 8 11-5
Br Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Miss Opera Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Joe Wright Ruth Jefferson, Malton T
B Joseph Smiddy
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a Kelso hunter last spring and showed much improved form on second start for this yard when landing an 11-runner handicap chase at Sedgefield in January That effort is bookmarked by a couple of dismal runs but he will have a serious chance off this mark if on-song. TFRHHHHH BHA100
6 CARDAMON HILL (IRE) (404) 341135- CD 9 11-5
Br Br g Presenting - Through The Lens (IRE) Charlie Maggs (3) J
O Mr A. Slack Anna Slack, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Brucetown Farms Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice within space of 12 days in November 2024, including over C&D However, he hasn’t been seen out since turning in a below par display at Musselburgh 13 months ago and is probably best watched on debut for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA100
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 3m 45y
7 THE GREAT ESCAPE (IRE) (22) 232000 6 11-4
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Gift of Freedom (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O The Great Escape Three Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Gestut Etzean U.H.-H.Rodenburg Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times over hurdles at Worcester last summer, including off 5lb lower on handicap debut in July Hasn’t fired so far this season but it could be that the switch to fences and fitting of cheekpieces will prove to be an uplifting combination for this low-mileage 6-y-o. TFRHHHII BHA99
8 YOUDECIDE (IRE) (53) 12-F444 D BF 6 11-1
Br B g Mahler - Pharney Lady (IRE) Ben Jones J
O The Decision Makers Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Mr V. Burke Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles winner who has shown an aptitude for this game the last twice, latterly coming home a creditable fourth of 10 upped to 3m at Kempton. Open to improvement in this sphere and first-time visor replaces cheekpieces but would be of greater interest back over a shorter trip. TFRHHHII BHA96
9 MIXEDWAVE (IRE) (16) 1-30423 CD 9 11-0
Br B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Chicklemix Paul O’Brien J
O Pam’s People Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B P. M. & M. H. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last season with a narrow verdict over Giovanni Change in this race and posted just about his effort of the present campaign when third at Huntingdon last time. On the same mark as when winning this 12 months ago and has to enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA95
2025: MIXEDWAVE (IRE) 8 10 13 Paul O’Brien 5-1 (Pam Sly) 6 ran
Visor worn first time by No. 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 4, 7.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5.
Stewards Note: HOLESHOT: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.GIOVANNI CHANGE: Following its run on 16/1/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled on final circuit. SLANEY OPERA: Following its run on 13/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Youdecide (IRE), 9-2 Mixedwave (IRE), 6-1 Slaney Opera (IRE), 7-1 Cardamon Hill (IRE), 8-1 Giovanni Change (FR), 10-1 The Great Escape (IRE), 12-1 Holeshot (IRE), 25-1 Ithaka (IRE), 28-1 The Clonmel Kid (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SLANEY OPERA may have found the race coming too soon at Kelso last month but he’s had more of a recovery time ahead of this assignment and is appealing off a mark just 2lb higher than when winning at Sedgefield in January Last year’s 1-2 Mixedwave and Giovanni Change may both be in the thick of things once again, while The Great Escape is worth a second look now switched to fences. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SLANEY OPERA (IRE) 2.MIXEDWAVE (IRE) 3.GIOVANNI CHANGE (FR)
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WINNER
2ND 3RD 4TH
THIRD RACE 3.20
The
Albert Bartlett Triple
Crown Series Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) Qualifier)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 18 Owners Prize Money 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (47 wins from 169 runners, 28%) runs MISS CYNTHIA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs DAYLATEDOLLARSHORT
Fancy That: M Hammond won this race in 2016 and 2018 The stable runs CELESTIAL REIGN & MANDARB today Longest Traveller: BRAS D’OR trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 263 miles.
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
1 NO ORDINARY JOE (IRE) (20) P00050 10 12-2
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Shadow Dearg (IRE) Benjamin Macey (5) J
O The Cheeky Pups Faye Bramley, Lambourn T
B Sean Reilly
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on his day for Nicky Henderson and took a step back in the right direction with cheekpieces enlisted for the first time at Ascot last month, finishing fifth of 15 in a Class 2 handicap. However, it’s otherwise been a struggle for present connections and he misfired at Sandown last time. TFRHHIII BHA122
2 FRESHERS WEEK (IRE) (22) 1-1233 D 5 11-11
Br Ch g Crystal Ocean - Ouro Verde (IRE) Lilly Pinchin J
O Freshers Week Syndicate Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Seamus McKeogh
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in Irish points and followed up on Rules/hurdles debut at Market Rasen in October Put in a good shift when third behind a progressive pair upped to around 3m at Haydock on recent handicap bow and this drop back in trip looks a good move. TFRHHIII BHA117
3 DUNKERQUE (DEN) (36) 014552 6 11-10
Br Gr g Appel Au Maitre (FR) - Silver Seas (DEN) Sean Quinlan J
O Mr Shaun Henley Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Stutteri Hjortebo Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner last summer for Gavin Cromwell and similar form in defeat since, clear of the rest when chasing home the odds-on winner on second run for present yard in a 2 1/2m Sedgefield novice. Will need to find something extra if he’s to get back on the scoresheet here, though. TFRHHIII BHA116
4 KING OF THE ROAD (IRE) (71) 6-43020 7 11-9
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Diamond Gesture (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O Rocco’s Rebels Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B M. Fahy Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 19f at Taunton last November and back on track in first-time cheekpieces when second of 10 in a Kempton handicap (21f) on Boxing Day Wasn’t in the same form with the headgear omitted next time but cheekpieces return here and he’s one to consider Yard also runs Duel Au Soleil. TFRHHHII BHA115
5 DUEL AU SOLEIL (FR) (97) 522132 CD 6 11-9
Br B g Ivanhowe (GER) - Dabaratsa (FR) Beau Morgan (5) J
O Ballaskiggs Racing Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Earl de Cordelles & Earl La Dariole Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in back-to-back Stratford novices last summer and went one better in first-time cheekpieces on return/handicap debut over C&D in October Just lost out to a subsequent winner at Ascot on latest start in December and will be a threat if ready to roll following a break. TFRHHHII BHA115
6 BRAS D’OR (FR) (73) P22-523
6 11-8
Br B g Barastraight - Nuit de Guerre (FR) Jack Tudor J
O Mr John P. McManus David Pipe, Wellington T
B Mrs Melanie Gonzalez De Canales W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in bumpers and has shown promise in 3 runs in maiden/novice company, most recently finishing third of 10 at Ayr in January That form is good (second, fourth and fifth have all won since) and he’s of strong interest upped in trip (first-time tongue tie) for this handicap bow TFRHHHHH BHA114
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 5f 56y
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
7 IONIAN (IRE) (19) 66243 5 11-8
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tearsofclewbay Nico de Boinville J
O Mr Michael Buckley Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Liam Quinn Unibet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been placed twice from 4 starts in this sphere, giving it a good shot from the front when third in a 10-runner Warwick novice (2m, good to soft) 19 days ago. This trip will probably be within his range and possibilities now pitched into a handicap. TFRHHHII BHA114
8 DAYLATEDOLLARSHORT (IRE) (91) 1241 CD 5 11-8
Br Br g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Hannah Mori (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O A J Wall & G Hicks Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B James D. Leahy Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in Irish points and made it third time lucky over hurdles when narrowly prevailing on handicap bow over C&D on Boxing Day Impressed with his willingness on that occasion and there should be better to come. TFRHHHII BHA114
9 MISS CYNTHIA (GB) (68) 212P-01 D 6 11-8
Br B m Sea The Moon (GER) - Best Friend (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Mrs Lindy OHare Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B John Pearce Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful stayer on Flat for Sir Mark Prescott and scored over hurdles for Lucy Wadham last term. Fortunate winner on second run for this yard at Fakenham (2 1/2m, soft) in January (left clear at the final flight) but she merits respect nonetheless having gone up just 1lb. TFRHHHII BHA114
10 DIRTY DEN (GB) (30) 220310 D 6 11-7
Br B g Dragon Dancer - Carmela Maria Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O Mrs Kate Kenyon Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B T. C. Dawson Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got his head back in front with a decisive display at Plumpton. Wasn’t seen to best effect in a race where nothing really got involved from behind at Wincanton last time but others make more appeal here all the same. TFRHIIII BHA113
11 JHENTONG ENKI (FR) (89) 5-F0011 7 11-6
Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ulster Noire (FR) Ben Jones J
O Foxtrot Racing Jhentong Enki Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed clear signs of ability over hurdles for Paul Nolan in Ireland. Very much on the up for new yard this season, leaving disappointing reappearance well behind with back-to-back victories in handicaps at Lingfield and Leicester, and he’s high on the shortlist. TFRHHHII BHA112
12 ASSERTIVE WALK (IRE) (21) 3-236 6 11-6
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Assertive Lady (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mrs P Bond, Magniers, Mrs P Shanahan Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed promise amidst greenness first 2 starts over hurdles but improvement wasn’t forthcoming on handicap bow at Ayr 3 weeks ago. TFRHIIII BHA112
13 JUST CALL ME LUCY (GB) (29) 2P-4251 C 8 11-3
Br B m Lucarno (USA) - Youamazeme Jamie Hamilton J
O The Magic Circle Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Sandra Windross Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced her good course record when notching second win over 2 1/2m here in a mares handicap last time (placed in her 2 additional starts at this course). 5lb rise fair enough and it’s not hard to envisage this 8-y-o giving another good account of herself TFRHHHHI BHA109
14 KENO BLACK (FR) (50) F3-6001 6 11-2
Br Bl g Tirwanako (FR) - Sage Decision (FR) Conor O’Farrell J
O Only (Racing) Fans Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Mr Francois Bonnot & Mrs Louise Bonnot
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in an Irish point and left first 3 runs in maiden hurdles miles behind when winning one equipped with a first-time hood at Lingfield (2m, heavy) last month, landing a gamble in the process. Shapes as though moving up in trip for this handicap debut will be in his favour TFRHHHII BHA108
15 MANDARB (FR) (119) 65-01 5 11-1
Br B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Sans Peur (FR) Alice Stevens (3) J
O Primitivo Racing Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B D&C Bloodstock & C. Wilson Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-French Flat winner who was much improved on his handicap hurdle debut when scoring readily at Doncaster in November Absent since and now finds himself 12lb higher in a stronger race but he’s remains unexposed in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA107
16 FOREST BLAZE (GB) (21) 4-52325 7 10-10
Br Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Ixora (IRE) Charlie Maggs (3) J
O M Blades, Craggs, Clark and Cambridge Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Greenlands Farm Stud Mark Walford Racing S
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The testing conditions were perhaps against BRAS D’OR at Ayr but he still performed with credit in a race that is working out well and better is expected now he goes handicapping upped markedly in trip. Just Call Me Lucy enhanced her good record at this course last month and she looks pretty solid, while Mandarb is third choice ahead of a clutch of similarly unexposed types, namely Daylatedollarshort, Ionian and Keno Black. The hat-trick seeking Jhentong Enki also enters calculations.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRAS
TIMEFORM VIEW Generally reliable and bagged a couple of 2 1/2m handicaps at Hexham last season. Placed on a few occasions this time round but latest effort at Ayr wasn’t one of his better ones and some of the others could prove to be better treated. Visored the last twice but cheekpieces now refitted.
TFRHHIII BHA102
17 CELESTIAL REIGN (IRE) (39) 4-12460 5 10-9
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Sarawati (IRE) Joshua Thompson (5) J
O Phil Ellerby & Partners Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Pigeon Park Stud Micky Hammond Racing, Northern Accountants S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won maiden at Sedgefield last spring but hasn’t troubled the judge since switched to handicaps in this sphere, going in snatches when well held at Carlisle last time.
TFRHIIII BHA101
18 SPEAKASYOUFIND (IRE) (71) 00000P 5 10-2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Jolucy (IRE) J
O Blind Squirrels Syndicate P. J. Rothwell, Ireland T
B Terence Conroy
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start between the flags but hasn’t shown much under Rules and hopes now pinned on the addition of cheekpieces giving him a much-needed lift. Irish yard 1-24 with raiders on these shores in recent seasons. TFRHHIII BHA94
2025: BLUE HOP (IRE) 8 11 10 Jack Quinlan 6-1 (B F Brookhouse) 13 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 10, 14, 15
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 17 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 16 17
Stewards Note: NO ORDINARY JOE: Following its run on 7/3/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 15-2 Jhentong Enki (FR), 8-1 Bras d’Or (FR), 10-1 Mandarb (FR), 11-1 Daylatedollarshort (IRE), 12-1 Miss Cynthia (GB), Just Call Me Lucy (GB), 14-1 King of The Road (IRE), Ionian (IRE), Keno Black (FR), 16-1 Duel Au Soleil (FR), 22-1 No Ordinary Joe (IRE), 25-1 Dunkerque (DEN), 28-1 Freshers Week (IRE), Forest Blaze (GB), 50-1 Assertive Walk (IRE), Celestial Reign (IRE), 66-1 Dirty Den (GB)
FOURTH RACE 3.50
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Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
1 PARRAMOUNT (GB) (28) P0/0-266 10 12-0
Br B g Mount Nelson - Queen Soraya Sean Bowen J
O Andrew Fox-Pitt Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B O. and Mrs Fox-Pitt
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well (having first jumps start for 13 months) when runner-up under a positive ride in a Doncaster handicap hurdle in November He’s failed to beat a rival home on each of his last 3 starts, though and hopes now pinned on the switch to fences helping to reignite his spark. TFRHHHII BHA117
2 KOAPEY (FR) (119) 2221-2P 6 12-0
Br B g Manatee - Vista Palma (FR) James Bowen J
O Mr Scott Turner Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet Warren Greatrex Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made up into a fairly useful hurdler last term, signing off on a winning note in a Southwell maiden. Promising second in 2m Uttoxeter handicap on chase debut/ return in October but pulled up at Newbury the following month (since undergone another breathing operation). Tongue strap applied. TFRHHHII BHA117
3 GAELIC RAMBLER (IRE) (18) 2/32-U32 BF 6 11-11
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Night of Passion (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mrs E. J. Wills Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Mr K. D. Cotter Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both starts in points and produced his best effort yet under Rules when second in an 8-runner Stratford handicap chase (17f, soft) 18 days ago, 1lb nudge fair enough and may well go one better here, provided that he responds positively to the first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHH BHA114
4 ZERO TOLERANCE (GER) (56) 243-233 9 10-12
Br B g Lord of England (GER) - Zegna (GER) Conor Ring J
O Mr L. Fell Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan T
B Graf u.Grafin v. Stauffenberg Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but plenty of placed efforts to his name over fences. Didn’t see his race out over 19f on soft ground at Catterick last time and better expected back down in trip here with conditions likely to be more suitable. TFRHHHII BHA101
5 SINGAPORE TRIP (FR) (24) 334034 C BF 8 10-7
Br B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR) Alice Stevens (3) J
O Mr Andrew Phillips Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B S.A.S Haras de la Huderie Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles here in October and largely consistent since, for all that he finished weakly (not for the first time) when fourth at Newcastle (2 1/2m, good to soft) earlier this month. 3lb lower now and couldn’t rule out with this drop in trip a potentially good move. TFRHHHHI BHA96
2025: RUMOURSAREFLYING 7 11 11 Paul O’Brien 10-3 (Pam Sly) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.
Stewards Note: KOAPEY: Following its run on 28/11/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
THE TIMEFORM VIEW This represents a good opportunity for GAELIC RAMBLER, who took another step forward when runner-up at Stratford recently and his best days are surely still ahead of him With the drop in trip expected to be in his favour, Singapore Trip rates the main danger ahead of Zero Tolerance.
PREDICTION:
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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—Disqualifed. r—Ran Out.
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Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (21 wins from 249 runners, 8%) runs SINGAPORE TRIP Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Williams (4 wins from 23 runners, 17%) runs ZERO TOLERANCE Longest Traveller: ZERO TOLERANCE trained by C Williams, LLancarfan, 247 miles. at Wetherby Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have three specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. There is also a British Horseracing Authority Veterinary Officer in attendance. During the race, three vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 13-8 Gaelic Rambler (IRE), 4-1 Singapore Trip (FR), 9-2 Zero Tolerance (GER), 5-1 Koapey (FR), 17-2 Parramount (GB)
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Age st-lb
The Watch Racing TV In Stunning HD Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (34 wins from 125 runners, 27%) runs AMERICAN MIKE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs AMERICAN MIKE
Weightwatcher: BALLYGEARY won off a handicap mark of 117, his rating is now down 7lb to 110 Longest Traveller: THANK YOU MA’AM trained by G Nicholls, Kingston Lisle, 199 miles.
1 AMERICAN MIKE (IRE) (34) 340-030 D 9 12-0
Br B g Mahler - American Jennie (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Bective Stud Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Louis Murray & Colm Moran
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart Grade 2-winning chaser at his best for Gordon Elliott who was given a considerate return from 7 months off for new yard when third over fences at Newbury (2 1/2m). However, well held following breathing operation back over hurdles at Chepstow last month. TFRHHIII BHA135
2 THANK YOU MA’AM (GB) (13) 12-03P0 D 7 11-4
Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pepite Rose (FR) Miss Olive Nicholls (5) J
O The Posh Pundit Racing Club Limited Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle T
B Falcon’s Line Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Gradually progressive over hurdles last season, winning twice at around 3m. Not in the same form switched to fences on return last month but hindered his chance with a significant early error back over hurdles at Uttoxeter (23f) 2 weeks ago. Blinkers return in place of cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA125
3 JUPITER DES MOTTES (FR) (41) 1/126-0P C7 11-1
Br B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Pour Toi Georges (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Anthony Peter Fowler Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who disappointed on return/chase debut in November but shaped much better than being pulled up suggests back with this yard over hurdles at Haydock (3m) 6 weeks ago, badly hampered 2 out. Remains low-mileage and expected to take a step forward. TFRHHHHH BHA122
4 KENT DE THAIX (FR) (42) 1051P5 D 6 10-12
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Victoire de Thaix (FR) Jonathan England J
O Sprayclad UK NE & LS Bloodstock Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mr Michel Bourgneuf
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed with each start in novice/maiden hurdles, off the mark at third attempt at Carlisle (19.3f) in December Struggled in Grade 2 next time but quickly back on track when fifth on handicap debut at Kelso (23f) 6 weeks ago. Possibilities starting out for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA119
5 JALISCO STAR (IRE) (28) P12214 D 8 10-11
Br B m Mahler - Elphis Supreme (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O The Laura Horsfall Racing Club Laura Horsfall, Towcester T
B Sean Connolly Abacus Securities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much better over hurdles than fences, adding to her tally in small-field handicap at Chepstow (23.6f) on penultimate start. Gave another good account when fourth in a much deeper race at Newbury (3m) and she commands respect with her consistency a real asset. TFRHHHII BHA118
6 ESCAPOLOGIST (FR) (12) 4-04451 7 10-11 (in 7lb ex)
Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Comohio (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O K & N Waite Construction Limited James Owen, Newmarket T
B Mr Earl De Faydeau K & N Waite Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Seemed to benefit from the step back up in trip/switch to hold-up tactics when opening his account in handicaps at Market Rasen (23f) 12 days ago, arguably value for extra too. That wasn’t a strong race but he’s still unexposed at 3m+. TFRHHHHI BHA111 (+4)
7 BALLYGEARY (IRE) (14) 306603 9 10-3
Br Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Sweet Poli (IRE) William Maggs (3) J
O Mr A. Waite Mike Sowersby, Malton T
B Cathal Ennis Mike Sowersby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since June 2024 but he did at least post one of his better efforts from easing mark when keeping on for third at Doncaster (21f) a couple of weeks ago. Stamina to prove but clearly handicapped to go close. TFRHHHII BHA110
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Stewards Note: KENT DE THAIX: Following its run on 13/2/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Escapologist (FR), 4-1 Jupiter des Mottes (FR), 9-2 Kent de Thaix (FR), 8-1 Jalisco Star (IRE), Ballygeary (IRE), 9-1 American Mike (IRE), 16-1 Thank You Ma’am (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW JUPITER DES MOTTES shaped much better than being pulled up suggests having rejoined his former yard at Haydock 6 weeks ago and, with that run likely to have brought him on, he could be worth chancing with his sights lowered. Market Rasen scorer Escapologist remains unexposed over 3m+ and he’s feared, with Kent de Thaix and likeable mare Jalisco Star others meriting respect.
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Age st-lb
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The Malton Marquees Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 15 Owners Prize Money 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (47 wins from 169 runners, 28%) runs YUMMY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 57 runners, 12%) runs YUMMY
Longest Traveller: RAPID MISSION trained by S Hosie, Sherborne, 291 miles.
1 JONQUILLA (FR) (96) 4-22
7 12-0
Br Ch m Kapgarde (FR) - Buttercup (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Gordon Clements Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T
B Haras de Tonnencourt
TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched €95,000 as a 3-y-o and was an encouraging fourth on bumper debut last February Runner-up both starts since switched to hurdles, but she will need to take a significant step forward in order to go one better now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA99
2 JETEYE (IRE) (468) 042235- 9 11-12
Br Br g Jet Away - Shuil Sionnach (IRE) Jonathan England J
O Tor Side Racing Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mrs Juliet Brown Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a consistent sort last season, hitting the frame several times. Ended the campaign with a rare poor effort though, so will need to be on his A-game returning from 15 months off TFRHHHII BHA97
3 BODYGROOVE (GB) (85) 61U5-P6 C 6 11-9
Br B g Iffraaj - Groovejet Conor O’Farrell J
O Mrs B. M. Lofthouse Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Phil Cunningham Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair Flat winner who made a successful handicap hurdle debut here 12 months ago. Largely below par since, so he’s hard to enthuse over returning from a 3-month break in a reapplied hood (also unproven over trip). TFRHHIII BHA94
4 FARMER JIMMY (GB) (37) 024P06 C 6 11-8
Br Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Viva Victoria Mr Paddy Barlow (7) J
O J Scarrow, I Barker & S Turner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Miss S. J. Turner Cube3 Construction S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if back in form at Southwell latest (running on over 2 1/2m) and now 1lb lower than when successful on handicap debut at this venue (under this claimer) last February TFRHHHHH BHA93
5 EIRE STREET (IRE) (34) 6-PP5PP 9 11-7
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Xian (IRE) Joshua Thompson (5) J
O Northern Lights Racing Jackie Stephen, Melrose T
B M. Kavanagh Carden Livestock Co S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner of handicap hurdles during early-2024 but has been pulled up on 4 of his 5 outings this season. TFRHHIII BHA92
6 CK O’MARA (IRE) (20) 00541 D 5 11-3
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Siwaara (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Mr John Murphy R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B James Hennelly
TIMEFORM VIEW Was well backed and left previous efforts behind upped markedly in trip when winning 6-runner handicap at Ayr earlier in the month, staying on to lead last. Unexposed as a stayer and remains of interest from a 5lb higher mark. TFRHHHHI BHA88
7 WILD NEPHIN (GB) (147) 565040 D 7 11-3
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Twinset And Pearls Conor Ring J
O K P Marsh Plastering & Interiors Ltd Ryan Potter, Sellack T
B Goldford Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched a first success under Rules in 2m Newcastle handicap hurdle a year ago but has struggled for form since, making little impact in 4 starts over fences including on his last 2 outings. Tongue strap back on. TFRHHIII BHA88
8 RAPID MISSION (GB) (18) 00-6505 5 11-0
Br B g Frankel - Midnight Crossing (IRE) Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O Mrs Kate Kenyon Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Pursuit of Success LLC Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a good deal more than previously over hurdles when sixth of 15 at Chepstow in October but comfortably held all 3 starts since, the latest back from a 3-month break. Step up in trip could elicit further improvement.
TFRHHHII BHA85
9 STEADY THE SHIP (IRE) (40) 31-FPPP D 10 10-13
Br Ch g Ocovango - Vinnie’s Princess (IRE) Ben Poste J
O Miss S. Cameron Steph Cameron, Middlewich T
B Martin Ryan
TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored for over 3 years and yet to complete in 3 starts for his new yard this winter Back hurdling but makes minimal appeal. TFRHIIII BHA84
10 GETAWAY GLORY (GB) (16) 302-0PP D 7 10-12
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Milan Athlete (IRE) Toby Wynne J
O Racing To Profit Syndicate 2 & Partner Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mr W. Kinsey Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Used to be a consistent performer but has offered next to nothing on all 3 starts this season after 16 months off Needs a return to hurdles to spark him back to life.
TFRHHIII BHA83
11 REBEL INTENTIONS (IRE) (31) 0P32P6 9 10-12
Br B g Aiken - Robin’s Solo (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Miss Annabelle Sowray Annabelle Sowray, Helmsley T
B Alastair Pim
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice at Catterick around the turn of the year but last couple of efforts have left plenty to be desired.
TFRHHIII BHA83
12 TWOPLACESATONETIME (IRE) (85) 150-505 8 10-12
Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Damango (IRE) Mr Philip Thomas (7) J
O Rebecca Menzies Racing Club Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B David Connors Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous handicap efforts behind in first-time cheekpieces when opening account at Hexham in November 2024. Hasn’t gone on from that since, though, seemingly stretched by the 25f trip at Catterick the last twice. Drop back to 3m likely to prove beneficial. TFRHHHII BHA83
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13 KING CASEY (IRE) (51) 640435 6 10-10
Br Gr g Kingston Hill - The Real Casey (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mrs E. A. Verity Joanne Foster, Ilkley T
B Jimmy Lawler
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win but back to best for current yard when third of 9 over C&D in January, testing conditions just seeming to take their toll. Not so good tried in cheekpieces at Sedgefield since, but better showing anticipated returned to this venue. TFRHHHII BHA81
14 YUMMY (IRE) (27) 60004 5 10-9
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Mujdeya Harry Skelton J
O Mr Christopher Greenall Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Sean Murphy The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Never dangerous in bumper/qualifying runs over hurdles and found the drop back to 2m an inadequate test when fourth of 7 on handicap debut at Doncaster last month. Remains with potential now upped markedly in trip (Harry Skelton also on board for first time). TFRHHHHI BHA80
15 MOVEONBUY (GB) (23) 402566 6 10-6
Br B m Getaway (GER) - Zariyka (IRE) William Maggs (3) J
O Kay,Crook,Carter,Coates,McMann Andrew Crook, Leyburn T
B Distillery Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account at Cartmel last summer but she’s not proved easy to catch right subsequently, first-time cheekpieces failing to spark a revival at Catterick earlier this month. TFRHHIII BHA77
2025: AAZZA (IRE) 9 11 3 Craig Nichol 2-1 (Paul Robson) 7 ran
Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 11, 12, 13, 15
Stewards Note: EIRE STREET: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Ck O’Mara (IRE), 6-1 Jonquilla (FR), 13-2 Yummy (IRE), 9-1 Jeteye (IRE), 10-1 Getaway Glory (GB), 12-1 Farmer Jimmy (GB), 16-1 Rapid Mission (GB), 20-1 Twoplacesatonetime (IRE), King Casey (IRE), 33-1 Eire Street (IRE), 40-1 Bodygroove (GB), Wild Nephin (GB), Rebel Intentions (IRE), Moveonbuy (GB), 150-1 Steady The Ship (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Cases can be made for any number of these, but preference is for FARMER JIMMY, whose sole success came at this track last February and Mark Walford’s 6-y-o was patently unsuited by the drop back to 2 1/2m at Southwell last month. Yummy found the trip inadequate on handicap debut last time and he remains capable of better, with Ck O’Mara and Twoplacesatonetime not out of things, either
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.FARMER JIMMY 2.YUMMY (IRE) 3.CK O’MARA (IRE)
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The Thank You All Wetherby Groundstaff #groundsweek Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (GBB Race) for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money 1st £2019, 2nd £1009, 3rd £505, 4th £252, 5th £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (47 wins from 169 runners, 28%) runs A SIGHT TO SEA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 57 runners, 12%) runs A SIGHT TO SEA Longest Traveller: MATADOR ST GEORGES trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 162 miles.
1 A SIGHT TO SEA (IRE) (124) 1 5 11-2
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Pauls First (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Mr Stephen Bough Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr Paul Delaney The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW £190,000 purchase after running out a comfortable winner of sole start in Irish points (Nov 2025). In top hands and highly respected on Rules debut. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 CRICKET HILL DENIS (IRE) (10) 0 5 11-2
Br Ch g Hillstar - What An Flyer (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr J. Sheard Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Ms Sandra Goldsmith Jeremy Sheard S
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-4 A Sight To Sea (IRE), 5-2 Noble Way (FR), 11-4 Matador St Georges (FR), 12-1 Cape Warrior (GB), 33-1 Cricket Hill Denis (IRE), 100-1 Middlecliffe (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A SIGHT TO SEA has joined a top stable after winning his sole outing in Irish points in comfortable fashion, so he makes plenty of appeal on this switch to Rules. Matador St Georges is another newcomer to note in the betting for a yard that does very well in this sphere, while Noble Way’s Doncaster form received a boost at Southwell earlier in the week.
PREDICTION: 1.A
TIMEFORM VIEW Hillstar gelding who didn’t get the chance to show what he could do on his recent C&D debut having been badly hampered on the home turn, though an SP of 66/1 hardly spoke of high expectations.
TFRHHIII BHA-
3 MIDDLECLIFFE (GB) (26) 0 6 11-2
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Cherry Pie (FR) Conor Rabbitt (3) J
O Winks, O’mara, Connor & Whinfrey Peter Winks, Barnsley T B Wood Farm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off at Huntingdon on debut at the beginning of the month.
TFRHIIII BHA-
4 CAPE WARRIOR (GB) (-) 4 10-6
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Cape Rising (IRE) Joshua Thompson (5) J
O The Oakwood Nobels Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B T. C. Dawson Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW £8,000 3-y-o, Ulysses gelding. Closely related to fair 2 hurdle winner George Ridsdale and half-brother to a winner on Flat. Dam, 1 1/2m-1 3/4m winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdle winner (stayed 2 1/2m) Fennell Bay TFRHHHII BHA-
5 MATADOR ST GEORGES (FR) (-) 4 10-6
Br Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Aspolina (IRE) Ben Jones J
O Hine Law Racing Limited Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Clotilde Domenjoud Hine Solicitors Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW €84,000 3-y-o, No Risk At All gelding. Brother to French hurdler Aterisk, and half-brother to 3 winners, including French hurdler/chaser Albares. Newcomers from yard often fancied. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 NOBLE WAY (FR) (27) 3 4 10-6
Br B g Galiway - Noble Melody (USA) Charlie Maggs (3) J
O Willow Racing Partnership David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Rashit Shaykhutdinov GAIN Equine Nutrition S
WINNER
TIMEFORM VIEW Galiway gelding who made an encouraging start to his career for his Flat-oriented yard when third in 8-runner bumper at Doncaster (16.6f, soft) last month. That form has already been franked by the fourth, so it’s reasonable to believe he can improve.
TFRHHHHI BHA-
2025: WANDERING EGO (IRE) 5 11 2 Sean Bowen 4-7 (Olly Murphy) 10 ran
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