The 6 Horses Challenge At Bet365 Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Go North Night Nurse Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 160 runners, 29%) runs KADASTRAL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 24 runners, 42%) runs WILSTAR
Fancy That: D Skelton won this race in 2019 and 2020 The stable runs KADASTRAL today Longest Traveller: CAVE BRIDGE trained by H Derham, Newbury, 201 miles. Colours
1 CAVE BRIDGE (IRE) (16) P-11 5 11-6
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Muckle Flugga (IRE) Harry Cobden J
O D&D Armstrong Ltd Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Stephen Nolan OLBG, North Sea Logistics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful once from 2 starts in Irish points and overcame inexperience to win 7-runner novice at Carlisle (17.2f, good to firm, evens) on Rules debut 16 days ago, asserting gradually Open to improvement. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 TREE TOP TYSON (IRE) (13) 2/0-6621 5 11-6
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Who Let de Dogsout (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Tree Top Tyson Partnership Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Chis & Gobnait O’ Callaghan
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed his Perth display to be no flash in the pan as he got off the mark in 3-runner maiden hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, good) 13 days ago. More needed under a penalty in an appreciably stronger race, though. TFRHHHII BHA111
3 BREIZH RIVER (FR) (32) PP-3403 D 7 11-0
Br B g Stormy River (FR) - Ilerda (GER) Harry Reed J
O Border Caravans Ltd Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B SCEA Haras Des Evees & Mr Daniel Cherdo
TIMEFORM VIEW One-time useful handicap chaser but largely disappointing of late and enough to prove now reverting to hurdling for new stable (has left Paul Robson). TFRHHHII BHA110
4 BRIXSON (IRE) (328) 43F- 5 11-0
Br B g Califet (FR) - Brixen (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J
O Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mr Tom Ford Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers and fell at the third on Huntingdon hurdling debut in December TFRHHIII BHA-
5 HEY BUDDY (IRE) (17) 5-20 5 11-0
Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Assistance Jonathan Burke J
O Paul & Clare Rooney Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mmo Bloodstock & Drumlin Bloodstock BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers but offered little starting out over hurdles at Worcester last month. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 KADASTRAL (FR) (224) 21- D 5 11-0
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Parallele (FR) Harry Skelton J
O Mr Christopher Greenall Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mme Michele Juhen-Cypres The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW £82,000 Cokoriko gelding who built on debut promise when landing a valuable 11-runner bumper at Newbury (16.3f, good) in March. Has plenty about him physically and rates a useful hurdling prospect. TFRHHHHI BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 SCAIRP DUBH (GB) (172) 1-2 D BF 5 11-0
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Sinamay (USA) Peter Kavanagh J
O T C Racing Syndicate Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Wood Farm Stud Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in point bumpers in March and looked unsuited by emphasis on speed when second of 5 in a Sedgefield bumper (16.8f, firm) in May Has left Tjade Collier TFRHHIII BHA-
8 SLEEPING LATE (GB) (218) 432- 7 11-0
Br Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Wistow Jack Andrews (3) J
O Pam Sly & Lucy Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when in the frame all 3 outings over hurdles last season, including when second of 12 over C&D (good) on final outing. Should give his running back from 7 months off but likely vulnerable to better prospects. TFRHHHII BHA112
9 WILSTAR (IRE) (190) 31- D 5 11-0
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Star Face (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Cyril, Siobhan & Olive O’Hara Cedar Invest Limited, Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cost €250,000 and he’s a half-brother to top-class hurdler/chaser Douvan and smart hurdler/top-class chaser Jonbon. Confirmed debut promise in some style when landing 13-runner bumper at Perth (16.2f, soft) in April, quickening from rear to lead over 1f out. Looks a useful jumping prospect. TFRHHHHH BHA-
10 REDEEMING LOVE (IRE) (238) 30- 5 10-7
Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Fentara Charlie Maggs (5) J
O R & W, The 8 Amigos, Burns, Austerfield Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr T. Walford & T. C. Dawson
TIMEFORM VIEW £78,000 purchase after finishing third in an Irish point but disappointed with her response off the bridle when well held in a bumper at Ayr in March. TFRHHIII BHA-
2024: ROADLESSTRAVELLED (IRE) 5 11 6 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 4-5 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 6 ran
Hood worn by No. 4.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 15-8 Kadastral (FR), 11-4 Wilstar (IRE), 13-2 Cave Bridge (IRE), 10-1 Tree Top Tyson (IRE), 14-1 Sleeping Late (GB), 16-1 Breizh River (FR), 33-1 Hey Buddy (IRE), Scairp Dubh (GB), 66-1 Brixson (IRE), 80-1 Redeeming Love (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW WILSTAR and Kadastral are both exciting recruits to hurdling judged on their bumper exploits. The latter built on his debut promise to land a valuable prize at Newbury in March, but narrow preference is for the former, who impressed with his last-to-first move in a well-run affair at Perth and has clearly inherited plenty of his illustrious family’s ability Cave Bridge overcame inexperience to make a winning hurdling debut at Carlisle recently and is open to improvement.
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SECOND RACE 1.15
The Position Payout At Bet365
Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (21 wins from 264 runners, 8%) runs GERYVILLE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N & W Twiston-Davies (6 wins from 38 runners, 16%) run LIGHTNING FLASH
Fancy That: N & W Twiston-Davies won this race in 2019 and 2024. The stable runs LIGHTNING FLASH today Longest Traveller: CHOOSE A COPPER trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 216 miles. Colours No Horse
1 NINTH LOCH (IRE) (199) 143012- 6 12-0
Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Sun Moon And Stars (IRE) Charlie Todd J
O Fine Claret Racing Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Sean Connolly Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season’s stint with Harry Derham on a high, opening account on these shores in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow in April prior to a solid second at Ffos Las 11 days later Likely to be in the mix with tongue strap added for this chase/stable debut, provided his jumping passes the test. TFRHHHII BHA125
2 GERYVILLE (FR) (196) 641025- CD 9 11-7
Br B g Rail Link - Rosaville (FR) Brian Hughes J
O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Thierry Cypres Effingham Steel Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of this race on British debut in 2021 and added another C&D handicap to his tally in January Also performed well here when runner-up (again over C&D) in March, but that effort is bookmarked by a couple of rather tame ones and, overall, he was more miss than hit last season. TFRHHIII BHA118
3 CHOOSE A COPPER (IRE) (221) 2/165P5- 7 11-4
Br B g Well Chosen - Printing Copper (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O Thunder Holdings Ltd & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Donal Coffey Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful Rules debut in a Hexham novice hurdle in October 2023 and also hit the target starting out over fences there on his reappearance last term. Struggled thereafter (has undergone another wind op since latest run in March), but he’s down to a good mark and evidently goes well fresh. TFRHHHII BHA115
4 TOP TARGET (IRE) (191) 2124P//4- C 7 11-3
Br B g Westerner - New Targets (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Mr J. Perriss Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T
B Joseph Smiddy Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success under Rules to date was gained in a novice hurdle here in December 2022. Limited to just 4 subsequent appearances, but proved that he retains ability back from 25 months off when fourth of 9 at Warwick in April and this former point winner appeals as the type to make a better chaser TFRHHHII BHA114
5 GLEN CANNEL (IRE) (121) 222-141 7 11-3
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Shadow Eile (IRE) Richie McLernon J
O The Wide Awake Syndicate L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T
B Sean Reilly Postpack Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from points and did well back under Rules earlier this year, winning a Perth hunter over 3m and 2 1/2m handicap back there when last seen in July However, another personal best will be needed following a 6lb rise for his latest success. TFRHHHII BHA114
6 LADRONNE (FR) (235) B04411- CD 11 11-1
Br B g Linda’s Lad - Worldeta (FR) Peter Kavanagh J
O T C Racing Syndicate Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu T C Racing, Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a falling mark when bagging handicaps here (3m) and at Sedgefield (26.3f) on final 2 starts of last season. Still feasibly treated following a combined 15lb rise for that brace and he won this race in 2022, but it could be that this trip is on the sharp side for him nowadays. TFRHHIII BHA112
7 LIGHTNING FLASH (IRE) (21) 0020-11 5 11-0
Br B g Mount Nelson - Golden Mole (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Legends Stud Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked an improved model since returning to action in September, winning 2 1/2m Perth handicap hurdle before following up on debut in this sphere at Chepstow (2m, good to firm) 3 weeks ago. 5lb rise fair and he’s a big player for the yard that has saddled the winner of this race twice since 2019 TFRHHHII BHA111
8 STRONG FOUNDATIONS (IRE) (199) 4/16340- 6 10-8
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Maggie Rose Robert Dunne J
O Anthony R. Hunt & Dan Leach Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
B Rathbarry Stud & Sarah Leslie Solstice S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and overcame inexperience to land a gamble on hurdles debut at Warwick last October Didn’t really progress in 3 subsequent starts, but certainly wasn’t disgraced in a good quality Cheltenham handicap when last seen in April and he’s interesting now switched to fences. TFRHHHHH BHA105
9 PEP TALKING (GB) (25) P311-22 7 10-5
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Don And Gerry (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J
O Pep Partnership Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T
B Mr P. Barrett & Mr J. Meredith Fairfax & Favor Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Did really well over fences last season, winning 4 times, and encouraging start to present campaign when second at Huntingdon (2 1/2m, good to firm) last month. Should get back on the scoresheet before long and while he’ll face plenty of competition for the lead here, a bold show is anticipated. TFRHHHHI BHA102
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
Stewards Note: CHOOSE A COPPER: Following its run on 25/3/2025 it was reported that the horse made several jumping errors.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW With several confirmed front-runners present, there won’t be much hanging about here. STRONG FOUNDATIONS is one who will benefit from a proper test at this trip judged on what he showed over hurdles last season and while his jumping will need to be on-point at the first time of asking over fences, he was runner-up on his sole start in points and looks every inch a chasing type. Pep Talking is just about feared most ahead of the promising Lightning Flash, while Choose A Copper also has claims.
GBB RACE
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RACE SPONSOR
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A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento.
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
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for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £30000 x Declared Runners 3 Owners Prize Money. 1st £13074, 2nd £5367, 3rd £2685. (Penalty Value £17085)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 160 runners, 29%) runs KATEIRA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Fergal O’Brien (8 wins from 39 runners, 21%) runs DYSART ENOS
Fancy That: D Skelton won this race in 2016, 2021, 2022 and 2024. The stable runs KATEIRA today Longest Traveller: GOLDEN ACE trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 287 miles.
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
1 GOLDEN ACE (GB) (183) 1/4311-2 D 7 11-6
Br B m Golden Horn - Deuce Again Lorcan Williams J
O Mr I. F. Gosden Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Meon Valley Stud Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in 4 novices during 2023/24 campaign, a haul which included the Dawn Run at the Cheltenham Festival. Scaled new heights when landing the Champion Hurdle at last year’s Festival, albeit fortunate on the day, and ran at least as well when second to State Man at Punchestown. The one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA152
2 KATEIRA (GB) (280) 41/3152- D 8 11-4
Br B m Kayf Tara - Raitera (FR) Harry Skelton J
O Mr Stephen Bough & Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a straightforward task with plenty to spare in a Kempton Listed event last November Impressed with the way she moved for a long way in the Long Walk at Ascot prior to being outbattled by a game rival in a Doncaster Grade 2. Drops back markedly in trip but is a strong traveller TFRHHHHI BHA145
3 DYSART ENOS (IRE) (59) 1/3004-0 D 7 11-0
Br B m Malinas (GER) - Graces Benefit (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O The Good Stock Syndicate Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Ms Grainne Dunne BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort who posted an excellent fourth in Scottish Champion Hurdle at Ayr in April. Proved a disappointment in the Galway Hurdle in-between 2 Flat outings. Wears first-time tongue strap. TFRHHHII BHA136
2024: TAKE NO CHANCES (IRE) 6 11 0 Harry Skelton 7-2 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran
THE TIMEFORM VIEW GOLDEN ACE scaled new heights last season by landing the Champion Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival and, even though her victory owed plenty to fortune, she’s very much the one to beat back against her own sex on this return to action. Kateira drops back markedly in trip but is a strong-travelling sort.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOLDEN ACE 2.KATEIRA
BR Breeding J Jockey O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento.
Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £355,870 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025
FOURTH RACE 2.22
The Bet365 Hurdle Race (Class 1) (Grade 2) (Registered As The West Yorkshire Hurdle) (GBB Race) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £62500 x Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money. 1st £27238, 2nd £11181, 3rd £5594, 4th £2794, 5th £1400. (Penalty Value £35593.75)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 160 runners, 29%) runs TAKE NO CHANCES Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 24 runners, 42%) runs STRONG LEADER
Fancy That: D Skelton won this race in 2020 and 2022. The stable runs TAKE NO CHANCES today Longest Traveller: WINTER FOG trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
1 STRONG LEADER (GB) (210) 31/1042- D 8 11-8
Br B g Passing Glance - Strong Westerner (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Welfordgolf Syndicate Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B R. Rainbow & Sons Welford On Avon Golf Course Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart stayer who landed the Liverpool Hurdle in April 2023 and followed up on his reappearance last season in a Newbury Grade 2. Good second when bidding to defend his Liverpool Hurdle crown on final run of 2024/25 campaign in April and he won’t go down without a fight if fully tuned-up for this. TFRHHHHI BHA157
2 DODDIETHEGREAT (IRE) (184) 5PP21-2 D 9 11-6
Br B g Fame And Glory - Asturienne James Bowen J
O Mr K. Alexander Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Mr Kenneth Alexander Unibet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scaled new heights when seeing off stablemate Jeriko du Reponet in the Pertemps Final at the Cheltenham Festival (3m, good to soft) in March. Lost little caste in defeat when chasing home that rival at Punchestown a month later, but will need to raise his game another notch now upped in class. TFRHHIII BHA142
3 POTTERS CHARM (IRE) (234) 111125- 6 11-5
Br B g Valirann (FR) - Autumn In New York (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O El Rincon Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Mr Gerard P. Flynn Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole bumper and first 4 starts over hurdles, including a Grade 1 at Aintree (17f, soft) last December Couldn’t cut it in the Turners Novices’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival when last seen in March (since undergone a wind op), but that was a very strong renewal and he remains of interest. TFRHHHII BHA145
4 WINTER FOG (IRE) (21) 233-450 D 11 11-2
Br B g Papal Bull - Banphrionsa (IRE) Brian Hayes J
O The Triple Lock Partnership W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Paddy O’Leary
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in several Grade 1s last season, albeit without threatening to land a real blow in any of the races in question. Still, he put in a good shift when ninth of 19 in a major Flat handicap recently and Willie Mullins’ raiders can never be safely discounted. TFRHHHII BHA150
5 TAKE NO CHANCES (IRE) (21) 31335-6 C D 7 11-1
Br B m Milan - Coscorrig (IRE)
O Mr Garry Wilson
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B D. Corry The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of Listed race on this card 12 months ago before landing a mares’ Grade 2 at Ascot in January Went on to finish third in Grade 1s won by top-notch mare Lossiemouth at the big spring festivals and, having shaped well on return in a valuable Chepstow handicap, she has to be taken seriously TFRHHHHH BHA145
2024: BEACON EDGE (IRE) 10 11 2 Danny Gilligan 9-4 (Gordon Elliott) 4 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 13-8 Strong Leader (GB), 11-4 Potters Charm (IRE), 9-2 Take No Chances (IRE), 13-2 Winter
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The mare TAKE NO CHANCES left the strong impression that this step back up in trip would be right up her street when sixth under a big weight on return in a strong Chepstow handicap three weeks ago. She probably doesn’t need to improve much on what she showed when placed in Grade 1s at the Cheltenham and Aintree spring festivals in order to go very close in this contest. Strong Leader will be a big threat if ready to roll, while Winter Fog and Potters Charm add extra spice to an intriguing race.
BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS
2020 CYRNAME
Trainer: Paul Nicholls
Jockey: Harry Cobden
WON BACK-TO-BACK BETFAIR CHASES & PLACED THIRD IN GOLD CUP
2015 CUE CARD
Trainer: Colin Tizzard
Jockey: Paddy Brennan
DE MAI
2011 WEIRD AL
Trainer: Donald McCain
Jockey: Timmy Murphy
SP: 7/1 (7 ran)
2024 THE REAL WHACKER
Trainer: Patrick Neville
Jockey: Brian Hughes
SP: 5/1 (6 ran)
2023 GENTLEMANSGAME
Trainer: M F Morris
Jockey: Darragh O’Keefe
SP: 7/2 (4 ran)
2022 BRAVEMANSGAME
Trainer: Paul Nicholls
Jockey: Harry Cobden
SP: 2/1 (5 ran)
2021 FUSIL RAFFLES
Trainer: Nicky Henderson
Jockey: Daryl Jacob
SP: 100/30 (7 ran)
SP: 3/1 (10 ran) 2019 BALLYOPTIC
Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
SP: 11/4 (7 ran)
2018 DEFINITLY RED
Trainer: Brian Ellison
Jockey: Danny Cook
SP: 3/1 (4 ran)
2017 BRISTOL DE MAI
Trainer: Nicky Henderson
Jockey: Daryl Jacob
SP: 6/1 (8 ran)
2016 IRISH CAVALIER
Trainer: Rebecca Curtis
Jockey: Jonathan Moore
SP: 16/1 (7 ran)
SP: 11/4F (7 ran)
2014 MENORAH
Trainer: Philip Hobbs
Jockey: Richard Johnson
SP: 8/1 (7 ran)
2013 HARRY TOPPER
Trainer: Kim Bailey
Jockey: Jason Maguire
SP: 5/1 (7 ran)
2012 SILVINIACO CONTI
Trainer: Paul Nicholls
Jockey: Ruby Walsh
SP: 11/10F (6 ran)
2010 NACARAT
Trainer: Tom George
Jockey: Sam Thomas
SP: 6/1 (8 ran)
2009 DEEP PURPLE
Trainer: Evan Williams
Jockey: Paul Moloney
SP: 9/2 (5 ran)
2008 STATE OF PLAY
Trainer: Evan Williams
Jockey: Paul Moloney
SP: 5/2F (6 ran)
2007 OLLIE MAGERN
Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies
Jockey: Paddy Brennan
SP: 11/4 (7 ran)
2006 OUR VIC
Trainer: David Pipe
Jockey: Timmy Murphy
SP: 6/1 (10 ran)
CHARLIE HALL CHASE
FIRST
WINNER ARCTURUS
RIDDEN BY PAT BUCKLEY
WENT ON TO FINISH SIXTH IN THE 1969 GRAND NATIONAL
HISTORY
First ran in 1969, this race was originally named the Wetherby Pattern Chase. It was renamed the Emblem Handicap Chase in honour of the winner of the 1863 Grand National, and became known as the Charlie Hall Memorial Wetherby Pattern Chase in 1978
The race was named in memory of trainer Charlie Hall, and was shortened to its current guise in 1990 Bet365 have sponsored the race since 2003
The hugely popular Cue Card won this race in superb style in 2015, and went on to land both the Betfair Chase at Haydock and Kempton’s King George VI on Boxing Day He returned to Wetherby in 2016 but failed to secure the double, being beaten into third place behind the Rebecca Curtis-trained grey, Irish Cavalier, and 2014 winner Menorah.
MULTIPLE GRADE 1
CHASER
LEADING TRAINER (6 WINS) NIGEL TWISTON-DAVIES
Tipping Tim (1992), Young Hustler (1994), Ollie Magern (2005, 2007), Bristol de Mai (2017), Ballyoptic (2019)
FIFTH RACE 2.57
The Bet365 Charlie Hall Steeple Chase (Class 1) (Grade 2) (GBB Race)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £43580, 2nd £17890, 3rd £8950, 4th £4470, 5th £2240, 6th £1120. (Penalty Value £56950)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (46 wins from 160 runners, 29%) runs PROTEKTORAT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 31 runners, 26%) runs PIC D’ORHY
Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2020 and 2022. The stable runs PIC D’ORHY today Longest Traveller: HEWICK trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
1 DJELO (FR) (212) 212106- 7 11-10
Br B g Montmartre (FR) - Djeville (FR) Charlie Deutsch J
O Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Mr Gildas Blain Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took form to new heights last season, proving too strong for Protektorat in the Peterborough Chase at Huntingdon and also successful in the Denman Chase at Newbury upped to nearly 3m at in February Struggled in Grade 1s at the big spring festivals, though, and he could prove vulnerable here, too. TFRHHHII BHA162
2 PIC D’ORHY (FR) (189) 21P/11P- 10 11-10
Br B g Turgeon (USA) - Rose Candy (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mr J. Contou Carrere & Mr Y. Broca Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser who enhanced fine strike rate when winning the Grade 2 1965 Chase and Grade 1 Ascot Chase (both over 21f) on first 2 starts of last term. Failed to recover from a bad early mistake at Sandown on latest start during the spring and will have a serious chance if seeing this trip out. TFRHHHII BHA162
3 THE REAL WHACKER (IRE) (37) U1454-2 CD 9 11-10
Br B g Mahler - Credit Box (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Neville, Mann, Duffus & Dennis-Price Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Mrs B. Keane Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdles form in 2022 and has developed into a very smart chaser, looking better than ever when making all in this race 12 months ago. Came up short in Grade 1s thereafter, but should be spot-on for a repeat bid here on the back of a decent effort over hurdles in September New headgear TFRHHHII BHA156
4 GA LAW (FR) (189) 205PP3- 9 11-4
Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Law (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O The Footie Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Jean-Francois Magnien BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Good start to last season, runner-up in a Chepstow handicap chase and the Paddy Power at Cheltenham during the autumn. Back on track with blinkers replacing cheekpieces when third at Sandown on latest outing in April, but old headgear refitted here and he looks vulnerable on return. TFRHHIII BHA155
5 HEWICK (IRE) (16) 5010-01 D 10 11-4
Br B g Virtual - Ballyburn Rose (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J
O Mr T. J. McDonald John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
B William Quinn
TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser who was a fine second in a Down Royal Grade 1 on his second appearance of last season. Patchy form since, but looked on good terms with himself when landing the odds in a small-field minor event over hurdles at Thurles (22.7f, good to soft) recently and he’s greatly respected. TFRHHHHI BHA161
6 PROTEKTORAT (FR) (211) 3/62142- 10 11-4
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR) Harry Skelton J
O SirAFergusonGMasonLHalesTheLateJHales Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 2024 Ryanair Chase and while he couldn’t keep tabs on Djelo in the Peterborough Chase last December, he readily outpointed that rival at Windsor the following month. Didn’t do much wrong when chasing home Jonbon in the Melling Chase (2 1/2m, good) at Aintree in April and he’s a major player TFRHHHHH BHA165
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2024: THE REAL WHACKER (IRE) 8 11 4 Brian Hughes 5-1 (Patrick Neville) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.
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PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Protektorat (FR), 10-3 Hewick (IRE), 9-2 Pic D’orhy (FR), 5-1 Djelo (FR), 15-2 The Real Whacker (IRE), 18-1 Ga Law (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The one who appeals most is PROTEKTORAT, who was unsuccessful when bidding to defend his Ryanair Chase crown during the spring, but he followed that with a solid effort in defeat at Aintree and the 10-y-o is likely to benefit from this step back up in trip. Hewick warmed up for this assignment with a hurdles success at Thurles and he is next on the list ahead of Pic d’Orhy, who will be a danger to all if his stamina passes the test. Last year’s winner The Real Whacker also merits respect.
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W. A. ‘Charlie’ Hall 1903-1977
Today’s meeting and its feature race are named after former local trainer William ‘Charlie’ Hall. Born in 1903, he was the second of three brothers who were all to become succesful racehorse trainers; Tom & Sam were the brothers.
Based at Towton, near Tadcaster, Hall’s training career began in the Autumn of 1945, with his first winner being Culworth at Wetherby in November of that year.
Magnetic Fin gave Hall his first important victory when winning the 1948 Scottish Grand National at Bogside. He established a succesful partnership with owner and breeder, Clifford Nicholson, and rose steadily to the top of his profession, finishing as Champion Trainer in 1955/56. His most notable success came in the 1956 Champion Hurdle with Mr Nicholson’s DoorKnocker
In all, Charlie Hall trained 584 winners under National Hunt rules during a 31-year career, including a remarkable 169 winners at his local track Wetherby. He also trained 100 winners on the flat.
Charlie Hall retired in 1975, handing his license to his stepson assistant Maurice Camacho, who in turn handed over to his daughter Julie Camacho. Charlie Hall passed away two years after his retirement, at the age of 75.
Photographs of Charlie Hall’s training yard at Towton provided courtesy of Mr Brian Lunn
The Never Ordinary At Bet365 Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £17500 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7068, 2nd £3533, 3rd £1768, 4th £884, 5th £441. (Penalty Value £9241.75)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (30 wins from 115 runners, 26%) runs GO DANTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 24 runners, 42%) runs GO DANTE Longest Traveller: HALF A CHANCE trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
1 GO DANTE (GB) (238) 50P001- CD 9 12-1
Br B g Kayf Tara - Whoops A Daisy Sean Bowen J
O Mrs Barbara Hester Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who landed 17-runner Imperial Cup (Handicap) at Sandown (2m) for a second year running in March and has to be respected reappearing from a 4lb higher mark.
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2 DON’T MIND IF I DO (IRE) (275) 2/213- 5 11-4
Br Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tropical Ocean (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Mr Rupert Anton Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Edward Ryan Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a very promising start to his career when runner-up in valuable Newbury bumper and didn’t need to match hurdling debut form to land a Wincanton maiden in December Disappointing when turned over at short odds there next time but starts handicap career on a potentially lenient mark. TFRHHHHH BHA120
3 KIENTZHEIM (FR) (189) 11/1340- D 5 11-2
Br Gr m Zanzibari (USA) - Virfolette (FR) Richie McLernon J
O Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Francois-Xavier Lefeuvre, Berengere Ross
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner in France at the start of 2024 and belied market weakness to make a winning hurdles debut in 2m Kempton maiden in December Has come up short since though, including when down the field on handicap debut at Sandown in April. Has since left Nicky Henderson. TFRHHHII BHA118
4 MAX OF STARS (FR) (17) 121241 CD 5 11-1
Br B m Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Mooizo (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Mrs S D Pearson & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Mr Jan Reus
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TIMEFORM VIEW Had slipped down to last successful mark and was right back at the top of her game when adding to her tally in willing fashion in 5-runner handicap over C&D (good to firm, 9/2) 17 days ago. Needs more from a 2lb higher mark in a hotter race here, though. TFRHHHII BHA117
5 HALF A CHANCE (IRE) (27) 000223 D 6 11-0
Br B g Beat Hollow - Shivermetimber (IRE) Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O TLICN Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
B Cyril Kelly
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful hurdling debut at Limerick in May 2024. Hasn’t added to his tally subsequently but ran another good race when third in 8-runner handicap at Tipperary (16.1f) 27 days ago. Should remain competitive. TFRHHHII BHA116
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) and won a pair of juvenile hurdles last season. Shaped as if needing the run back on the Flat after 6 months off at Newcastle just over a fortnight ago and entitled to strip fitter now returning to jumps. TFRHHHHI BHA113
7 TAKEIT EASY (GB) (18) 350/20-0 CD 10 10-10
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Circus Rose Jack Andrews (3) J
O Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B Mrs P. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D back in October 2021 who probably needed the run after 15 months off when last of 7 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f, good, 9/1) 18 days ago. This will give a better indication of how much ability he retains. TFRHHHII BHA112
8 MONACO RULES (IRE) (184) 1533P- 5 10-10
Br B g Ruler of The World (IRE) - Marie de Medicis Alice Stevens (5) J
O Mr John Burnett Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Claudio Marzocco J & J Burnett Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start over hurdles for Francois Nicolle in October 2024. After 2 quieter runs for current yard, posted his best effort on these shores when third in a novice at Newcastle (20.3f) in January However, ran badly at Southwell next time and fared no better back on the Flat there in May TFRHHIII BHA112
9 PURE GOLD (GB) (29) 441211 D 5 10-8
Br B m Golden Horn - Nathalie Peter Kavanagh J
O THP Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Elmhurst Bloodstock Ltd Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Improving mare who made it 3 wins from her last 4 starts in 5-runner handicap hurdle (5/2) at Hexham (16.2f, soft) 29 days ago, cruising clear This is clearly tougher but dangerous to rule out further improvement. TFRHHHII BHA110
10 SALIGO BAY (IRE) (17) 0-12313 D BF 7 10-6
Br B g New Bay - Glorification Jonathan England J
O LPD Demolition Ltd Sam England, Guiseley T
B China Horse Club Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Added to a really consistent spell when successful on the Flat at Chester in September and followed up back over hurdles at Market Rasen (16.6f) Turned in another creditable effort when 2 lengths third of 5 to Max of Stars in handicap over C&D (good to firm, 13/8) 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA108
2024: WILLIETHEBUILDER (IRE) 5 11 13 Harry Skelton 13-8 (Dan Skelton) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Don’t Mind If I Do (IRE), 5-1 Go Dante (GB), 6-1 Pure Gold (GB), 8-1 Max of Stars (FR), 10-1 Kientzheim (FR), Half A Chance (IRE), 11-1 Saligo Bay (IRE), 12-1 Inappropriate (IRE), 25-1 Takeit Easy (GB), 33-1 Monaco Rules (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW DON’T MIND IF I DO starts out in handicaps on a potentially lenient mark based on his hurdling debut form (runner-up in a good time at Warwick), so he’s selected to come out on top. Go Dante landed the Imperial Cup for a second year running at Sandown in March and is expected to go well returning to calmer waters, while 4-y-o Inappropriate is another to consider with a recent Flat run under his belt.
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The Bet365 Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (30 wins from 115 runners, 26%) runs WA WA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 24 runners, 42%) runs WA WA
Longest Traveller: YES DAY trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 170 miles.
1 YES DAY (IRE) (24) 311P-PF D BF 7 12-2
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Jiggle Joules (IRE) Richie McLernon J
O Mr Ian Bullions Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Miss Susan Scott Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored readily over fences at Hereford and Exeter in the spring. Pulled up next 2 starts but running well (closing on leaders) when falling heavily 4 out on return from a break at Ludlow (23.8f) 24 days ago. Possibilities if over those exertions. TFRHHHII BHA122
2 WA WA (IRE) (27) 0251-22 D 10 12-0
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - North Star Poly (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Perseverance partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Alistair Corrigan Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not long with Olly Murphy and he built on initial promise (following wind op) when successful over hurdles at Perth (26.6f) in April. Runner-up at Uttoxeter a month later and likely he’ll be sharper for his laboured second after 5 months off back there 27 days ago. Not ruled out back over fences. TFRHHHII BHA120
3 FINN LOUGH (IRE) (30) P152-2F D 6 11-10
Br B g Milan - Jerica Toby Wynne J
O Bowen, Boyes, Coxon, Smith Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Thistletown Stud Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase scorer last winter who performed well during the spring, runner-up in handicaps at Carlisle/Aintree at around 25f Showed enough to suggest he’s returned in good heart before unseating 3 out at Southwell (24.3f) 4 weeks ago and no surprise to see him thereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA116
4 EAST STREET (IRE) (223) 1PP040- CD 9 11-10
Br B g Mores Wells - Serpentine Mine (IRE) Alex Chadwick (3) J
O Kevin Boothby and John Lynk James Owen, Newmarket T
B Denis Cummins
TIMEFORM VIEW Resurgent initially upon joining this yard, bringing up chase/hurdles hat-trick at Haydock (24.3f) last December However, was out of sorts when last seen during the spring, going in snatches and well held at Carlisle in March. Subsequent 7-month break needs to have freshened him up. Visor back on. TFRHHIII BHA116
O Mrs A. Ellis Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mr Carl Hinchy Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved sent chasing during second half of last season, readily doubling his tally at Uttoxeter (3m) in March prior to finishing runner-up behind a lenient treated rival at Bangor (3m) the following month. Feasible to think there could be more to come this term and shortlisted on return. TFRHHHHI BHA115
6 ONE MORE STROKE (IRE) (190) 251343- D 6 11-8
Br B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Square Sphere (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Mrs Aisling Leer JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over fences at Musselburgh in February and held his form well in defeat thereafter, briefly looking in control before collared run-in when third of 8 in handicap chase at Perth (23.8f, soft) in April. Had wind surgery ahead of return and no reason why he won’t give his running. TFRHHHII BHA114
7 RED DELTA (GB) (13) P1F3-21 D 6 11-7
Br Ch g Ocovango - Red Card (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Mr R. Tate Fiona Needham, Thirsk T
B Mr Liam Forster
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time point winner who is steadily getting the hang of things under Rules, proving his opening mark lenient when smoothly off the mark in 5-runner Sedgefield handicap (26.3f) 13 days ago. Rider’s handy claim off-sets 5lb rise and big player with further progress on the cards. TFRHHHHH BHA113
8 HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) (182) 54220-2 8 11-4
Br Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) Conor O’Farrell J
O T I S Partnership Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who was in good form without scoring over fences during first half of this year, running a cracker from out of the weights when second of 6 in handicap chase at Hexham (20.1f, good) in May Step up to 3m not sure to suit on reappearance, however TFRHHHII BHA110
9 RIBEYE (GB) (21) 3-41231 D 10 10-10
Br B g Lucarno (USA) - Elusive Swallow Peter Kavanagh J
O Mrs Lucinda Atkinson Peter Atkinson, Northallerton T
B Michael Broad
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who has made a positive start to the campaign, resuming winning ways at Market Rasen in July and readily back on the scoresheet in 8-runner handicap chase at Hexham (24.2f) 3 weeks ago. 5lb rise should see him competitive again given manner of that success. TFRHHHHI BHA102
2024: ITSO FURY (IRE) 7 11 13 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 10-3 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 9 ran Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Red Delta (GB), 11-2 Ribeye (GB), 6-1 Konfusion (GB), 15-2 Wa Wa (IRE), 17-2 Finn Lough (IRE), 9-1 Yes Day (IRE), One More Stroke (IRE), 14-1 Halpha Soleil (FR), 25-1 East Street (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner in points, RED DELTA improved on his previous exploits under Rules when running out a comfortable winner on his handicap chase debut at Sedgefield 13 days ago and, whilst this is undoubtedly tougher the manner of that victory suggests he may well be up to the task. Konfusion had a productive first season over fences, winning twice, and he’s respected on return. Admirable veteran Ribeye and Wa Wa are others to consider
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First Race 12.40 - THE 6 HORSES CHALLENGE AT bet365 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Go North Night Nurse Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499. for novice four yrs old and
Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5
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 This race is a qualifier for the Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Night Nurse Series qualifier PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in the Final if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Weights and Handicapping Code. 27 entries at £80. - Closed October 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) SEE PAGE 2 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.15 - THE POSITION PAYOUT AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Penalties, after October 25th, 2025, 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 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365.The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 18 entries at £100. - Closed October 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504 (Penalty Value £10562) SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.50 - THE bet365 MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £17085 to the winning horse The second to receive £6411, and the third £3210. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, after September 30th, 2024, a winner of a Listed or Premier Handicap/Grade 3 hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365.The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 8 entries at £150. - Closed October 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £13074; Second £5367; Third £2685 (Penalty Value £17085) A SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.22 - THE bet365 HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as the West Yorkshire Hurdle) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £35593 to the winning horse The second to receive £13356, the third £6687, the fourth £3331 and the fifth £1675. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to entry.. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £300 stake, Supplementary Entry by noon, October 29th and pay £1800 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th.Weights: 4-y-o 11st; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2024, a winner of a Premier Handicap/Grade 3 or Listed hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £100 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 9 entries at £300. - Closed October 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £27238; Second £11181; Third £5594; Fourth £2794; Fifth £1400 (Penalty Value £35593.75) A SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.57 - THE bet365 CHARLIE HALL STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56950 to the winning horse The second to receive £21370, the third £10700, the fourth £5330, the fifth £2680 and the sixth £1340. for five yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to entry.. Enter by noon, October 27th and pay £450 stake, Supplementary Entry by noon, October 29th and pay £2250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Weights: 11st 4lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2024, a winner of a Premier Handicap/Grade 3 or Listed steeple chase 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 steeple chase 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Beginners’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Steeple Chases in France). bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £100 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race The Challenge Trophy, kindly presented by the Family and Friends of the late Mr W. A. Hall, is to be held by the winning owner until October 1st, next year All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365.The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 10 entries at £450. - Closed October 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240; Sixth £1120. (Penalty Value £56950) A SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.30 - THE NEVER ORDINARY AT bet365 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9241 to the winning horse The second to receive £4252, the third £2126, the fourth £1064 and the fifth £530. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £85 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £68 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Penalties, after October 25th, 2025, 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.All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365.The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 23 entries at £85. - Closed October 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7068; Second £3533; Third £1768; Fourth £884; Fifth £441 (Penalty Value £9241.75) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.05 - THE bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £8713 to the winning horse The second to receive £4009, the third £2004, the fourth £1003 and the fifth £499. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £80 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 30th. Penalties, after October 25th, 2025, 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 £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Red Rum Series qualifier 24 entries at £80. - Closed October 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £6664; Second £3331; Third £1667; Fourth £833; Fifth £416 (Penalty Value £8713.65) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
