The racingtv.com Novices’ Hurdle Race
(Class 4) (GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 14 Owners Prize Money 1st £2921, 2nd £1461, 3rd £730, 4th £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mrs S J Smith (16 wins from 176 runners, 9%) runs KILLYCARN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs MR MOJO RISIN Longest Traveller: CABALLO DE GUERRA trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 CABALLO DE GUERRA (IRE) (42) 330-14 D 4 11-7
Br Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lindy Lou Jack Power (5) J
O Mr A.H.B Hodge & Mrs H Cheape Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B A. H. B. Hodge Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of promise in bumpers and looked a good prospect as he spearheaded a 1-2-3 for his yard in 2m Kelso novice on hurdles debut in October, readily coming clear Sound fourth in a better race at Cheltenham since and he retains plenty of potential. TFRHHHHH BHA124
2 ADE BOY (IRE) (77) 1 4 11-0
Br B g Bullet Train - L’Etoile du Nord (IRE) David Bass J
O Swanee River Partnership Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Mr K. D. Cotter Merriebelle Stable LLC S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bullet Train gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to high-class hurdler/ smart chaser (2m-2 1/2m winner) Accordion Etoile and fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) French Accordion. Looked useful when landing a punt on bumper debut at Navan for A.Slattery Since moved yards and sure to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 COLONEL JACK (GB) (-) 4 11-0
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Zefooha (FR) Ryan Mania J
O Mrs G. B. Walford Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mrs G. B. Walford
TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding. Brother to a winner, and half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Orkan and fair hurdler Half Bolly TFRHHIII BHA-
4 GAELIC GLOW (GB) (26) 5-65 4 11-0
Br B g Passing Glance - My Miss Lucy Callum Bewley J
O Dot’s Codgers Sam England, Guiseley T
B Oliver Dale Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise in a couple of bumpers for Tom Weston and similar story sent hurdling for new yard last month. Could be a handicap project. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 KILLYCARN (IRE) (12) P-203 5 11-0
Br B g Mount Nelson - Hakeeka Peter Kavanagh J
O T C Racing Syndicate Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mrs Fiona McStay Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole completed start in Irish points and positives to draw from both starts over hurdles this autumn. Might be one for the longer term. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 LIBERTY COACH (GB) (79) 4 11-0
Br B g Le Havre (IRE) - Elysian Richie McLernon J
O Mrs S. Quinn John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful 17f hurdle winner Jabbaar Useful handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), successful once in 2025, below form last time. Major player if translating that form to hurdling. Usual headgear off TFRHHHII BHA-
7 LOULOU MADRIK (FR) (48) F0-45 4 11-0
Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Sunday Madrik (FR) Charlotte Jones J
O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Emmanuel-Julien Leclerc
TIMEFORM VIEW Choeur Du Nord gelding. Brother to useful French chaser Iceo Madrik, and half-brother to 2 winners, including French hurdler Gump Madrik. Maiden Irish pointer, unplaced last time.
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8 MELROSE JACK (GB) (236) 0- 8 11-0
Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Daisies Adventure (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Mrs Mollie Inman Paula Smith, Malton T
B Bruce Mactaggart
TIMEFORM VIEW Shirocco gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner Barbary Master, stays 21f Dam unraced. Tongue tied and minor promise only starting out at Hexham in April. Hood on.
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9 MR MOJO RISIN (IRE) (354) 4- 5 11-0
Br B g Pillar Coral - Hot On Her Heels (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O Mr & Mrs WF Ainscough Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Kenneth Parkhill Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW €22,000 3-y-o, Pillar Coral gelding. Dam (b88) placed on first of 2 outings in bumpers. Showed ability amidst clear inexperience when fourth of 6 in a Catterick bumper a year ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 STARMOUNT (IRE) (363) F1- 5 11-0
Br B g Mount Nelson - Sparky May Kielan Woods J
O Dineen, King, Stokes & Wicks Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Ruxley Holdings Ltd Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW £82,000 half-brother to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/top-class chaser Stage Star Won Irish point in December 2024 and while he’s been off the track since, he represents a successful yard.
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11 THE FINAL BRIG (GB) (10) 0-U5 5 11-0
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Lady Brig Tom Midgley (3) J
O 8 Amigos, J Grindal, W Hamilton, J Burns Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr & Mrs Michael Hamilton Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in Wetherby bumper last Christmas and no impact completed start over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-
12 TWO BROTHERS (GB) (39) 7 11-0
Br B g Sir Percy - Blandish (USA) Patrick Wadge J
O On Top Racing Ltd & Two Brothers Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Theakston Stud On Top Roofing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 12.5f), below form all 3 starts in 2025 Hurdles debut for good yard.
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13 YERMANTHERE (IRE) (31) 7 11-0
Br Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Fast Jazz (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Kilnamoragh Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m-19f winner) Satanic Beat. Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 9f), laboured effort last time. TFRHHIII BHA-
14 MADAME LA PAPILLON (GB) (273) 1/50- D5 10-7
Br B m Frontiersman - La Fritillaire
Alice Stevens (3) J
O Overbury Stallions Ltd Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove T
B Mrs P. M. Ignarski
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning bumper debut at Huntingdon last spring and not disgraced after 11 months off when fifth of 13 in similar company at Warwick. Found listed race too much at Sandown and now goes hurdling for a new yard. TFRHIIII BHA2024: DIAMONDS FOR LUCK (IRE) 5 11 0 Sean Bowen 4-9 (Olly Murphy) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-1 Caballo de Guerra (IRE), 3-1 Ade Boy (IRE), 7-1 Starmount (IRE), 10-1 Liberty Coach (GB), 12-1 Killycarn (IRE), 25-1 Mr Mojo Risin (IRE), 33-1 Two Brothers (GB), 40-1 Colonel Jack (GB), Loulou Madrik (FR), 50-1 Gaelic Glow (GB), Yermanthere (IRE), 100-1 The Final Brig (GB), 150-1 Madame La Papillon (GB),250-1 Melrose Jack (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW CABALLO DE GUERRA is a good sort physically and having performed with credit at Cheltenham last time, he can resume his progress. Ade Boy looked useful when winning an Irish bumper so has to command serious respect now hurdling for new connections, with Starmount also interesting having landed a point a year ago.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CABALLO DE GUERRA (IRE) 2.ADE BOY (IRE) 3.STARMOUNT (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 11.40
The Wetherby Racecourse - Your Ideal Conference Venue Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202 (Penalty Value £4224.80)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (22 wins from 262 runners, 8%) runs GREAT BALLINBORIS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (3 wins from 28 runners, 11%) runs GREAT BALLINBORIS Longest Traveller: KING OF BRAZIL trained by K Price, Llanigon, 206 miles.
1 CATCHIM (IRE) (22) 354322 BF 7 12-0
Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Highly Presentable (IRE) David Bass J
O Pete Wordingham & Charles Pogson Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield T
B Kenneth Parkhill
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden chaser but arrives in form after finishing runner-up in handicaps at Huntingdon (2 1/2m) and Southwell (2m) last month. Likely to be in the mix from an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA100
2 KING OF BRAZIL (GB) (17) 6235-P5 D 8 11-8
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Blue Ride (IRE) Shane Quinlan (3) J
O Nick Elliott & Heather Shane Katy Price, Llanigon T
B Yorton Farm Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner in early 2024 but was more miss than hit last season. Better effort this term when fifth of 8 at Warwick (2m, soft) 17 days ago but suspicion the wait for another win may go on a bit longer TFRHHIII BHA94
3 THE JAD FACTOR (IRE) (228) 2//41PP1- 9 11-5
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Sumability (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O John Dickson Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Kenneth Parkhill Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 1/2m handicap chases at Newcastle and Kelso for this yard last season. Much depends on whether he’s primed after months off TFRHHHII BHA91
4 ATHAIR MOR (IRE) (22) 3464-62 6 11-4
Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Rocksavage (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O The Potassium Partnership Paul Robson, Alnwick T
B Kincorth Investments Inc
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise at the second time of asking over fences when runner-up in 2 1/2m Newcastle handicap 22 days ago. Open to further progress and leading claims.
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5 MUTUAL RESPECT (IRE) (18) 2424-33 9 11-3
Br B g Valirann (FR) - By Heavens (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O Hip Flask Racing (MR) Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T
B J. F. Mernagh Fairfax & Favor Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shaped quite well when third in a couple of handicaps around 2m since returning from wind surgery and will be suited by this step back up to around 2 1/2m. On the shortlist.
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6 BALLYWOOD (FR) (17) 434-P43 11 11-3
Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Miss Hollywood (FR) Tabitha Worsley (3) J
O Ms G. Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells T
B S.A.R.L. Ecurie Lafeu NDS Equine Nutrition, Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, Perilla Clothing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run. Creditable third of 8 at Ffos Las (19f, soft) 17 days but others are stronger for win purposes again. TFRHHHII BHA89
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 85y
7 IRISANTE (GER) (21) 230-365 4 11-3
Br B f Tai Chi (GER) - Irresistable (GER) Kielan Woods J O Mark E Smith and David Lestrange D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Gestut Hachtsee Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles for Hugo Merienne in France, but hasn’t got near that level on these shores and it remains to be seen whether a switch to fences and application of blinkers spark an upturn in his fortunes. TFRHHIII BHA97
8 GREAT BALLINBORIS (FR) (53) P6362-5 9 10-2
Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Rotswana (FR) Callum Bewley J
O Mr John Burnett Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr Remy Buchot J & J Burnett Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser who took a step back in the right direction after a breathing operation when second at Carlisle in April. Shaped as if he’d come on for his reappearance fifth at Market Rasen in October and he lines up here operating from a career-low mark. TFRHHHII BHA74
9 MADEMEWHATIAM (GB) (169) P6-5P3P 6 10-2
Br B g Jack Hobbs - United (GER) Nathan Moscrop J
O Miss Annabelle Sowray Annabelle Sowray, Helmsley T
B Elms Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler Was placed in a point at the start of his career but others are still preferred now chasing. TFRHHIII BHA71
10 STONEGATE (GB) (15) PP-P554 6 10-2
Br B g Proconsul - Bonnie Burnett (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Mr Andrew Sparks Brian Rothwell, Leyburn T
B Mrs Greta Sparks Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has displayed more temperament than ability in recent times, faring no better for cheekpieces (retained) at Catterick last month. TFRHIIII BHA64
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 7.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 9.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 10
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Catchim (IRE), 4-1 Athair Mor (IRE), 5-1 Mutual Respect (IRE), 7-1 The Jad Factor (IRE), 15-2 Ballywood (FR), 14-1 Great Ballinboris (FR), 16-1 King of Brazil (GB), 33-1 Irisante (GER), Mademewhatiam (GB), 66-1 Stonegate (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW ATHAIR MOR gets the nod to build on a promising second at Newcastle 3 weeks ago. Mutual Respect should be suited by the return to a longer trip and is second choice ahead of November’s dual runner-up Catchim.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ATHAIR MOR (IRE)
2.MUTUAL RESPECT (IRE) 3.CATCHIM (IRE)
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THIRD RACE 12.17
The Join Racing TV This Christmas Handicap Steeple Chase
(Class 3) (GBB Race)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (32 wins from 116 runners, 28%) runs KILBARRY HILL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs KILBARRY HILL
Longest Traveller: IF NOT FOR DYLAN trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 SOME SCOPE (GB) (24) 1PP5-35 CD 7 11-10
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Rosygo (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Mark Scott and Nigel Horler Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T
B Mr W. L. Smith & Partners RH Bloodstock, LAP Electrical Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed finest hour so far when landing the C&D Rowland Meyrick on Boxing Day More miss than hit since, but should come on for last month’s Bangor reappearance and now 2lb below the mark off which he won the Rowland Meyrick. TFRHHHII BHA122
2 KILBARRY HILL (GB) (34) 11205-5 7 11-7
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Caitys Joy (GER) Lewis Stones (3) J
O Mrs Samantha Dunn Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Yorton Farm Stud & A R Bromley Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the bounce over hurdles last November/ December and wasn’t seen to best effect when fifth of 12 on return/chase debut at Carlisle (21f, good to soft). Open to improvement in this sphere and moving back up in trip here will be in his favour TFRHHHHH BHA119
3 GERYVILLE (FR) (21) 1025-52 C 9 11-5
Br B g Rail Link - Rosaville (FR) Callum Bewley J
O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Thierry Cypres Effingham Steel Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner of 19.4f handicaps at this course and latest second here (over that same trip) was a solid effort. No issues stamina-wise now back up in distance (has won at around 3m in the past) and he needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA117
4 IF NOT FOR DYLAN (IRE) (28) 1//613-3U D 10 11-4
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Exit Stage Left (IRE) Alan Doyle (3) J
O Mr T. Carruthers Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Martin Cullinane Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran chaser who went close in a C&D handicap on sole previous visit back in January 2022. Off the mark at second attempt for present yard at Newcastle in January this year and very much of interest now back in calmer waters (both starts this season have been in Class 2 handicaps at Aintree). TFRHHHII BHA116
5 HUDSON DE GRUGY (FR) (14) P1P3-60 8 11-4
Br B g Falco (USA) - Queen de Grugy (FR) Richie McLernon J
O AJSS Ltd & Lpd Demolition Ltd Sam England, Guiseley T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie et al Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly-useful chaser for Gary & Josh Moore who shaped better than distance beaten on debut for new yard at Hexham. However, he took little interest at Haydock recently and is hard to warm to on the back of that display TFRHIIII BHA116
6 CARRIG KATE (IRE) (259) 4/22233- D 7 11-2
Br B m Westerner - Carrig Millie (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O Mr G C Myddelton & Mr V E C Taylor Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Maurice Sheehy Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who was placed all 5 starts over hurdles last term, including in 24.4f listed race at Doncaster Odds-on failure when last seen in March needs forgiving (said to be in season), but she’ll have a serious chance if on-song and jumps well now switched to fences in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA114
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7 EL SAVIOUR (IRE) (613) 2//10316/- 7 11-2
Br Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Moray Firth (UAE) Tom Cannon J
O J and J McAndrew Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B R. McCabe Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner during 2023/24 campaign and was runner-up on sole start between the flags back in 2022, which augurs well now that she tackles fences. However, it’s likely that the run will be needed given that she’s returning from a 20-month absence. TFRHHIII BHA114
2024: ROCKINASTORM (IRE) 7 10 8 David Bass 7-2 (Henry Daly) 7 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6.
Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 5.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
CARRIG KATE: Following its run on 22/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to be in season.
EL SAVIOUR: Following its run on 2/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 10-3 Geryville (FR), 4-1 Kilbarry Hill (GB), 9-2 Some Scope (GB), 5-1 If Not For Dylan (IRE), 6-1 Carrig Kate (IRE), 10-1 El Saviour (IRE), 28-1 Hudson de Grugy (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Cases can be made for the majority of these, with KILBARRY HILL shading preference on the back of an encouraging chase debut at Carlisle where he wasn’t seen to best effect. He is open to improvement, particularly now stepping back up in trip, and his jumping was pretty assured at Carlisle. Chase debutante Carrig Kate may well benefit from the addition of cheekpieces and she will be a threat granted a clean round of jumping. Geryville, If Not For Dylan and Some Scope all merit respect, too.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KILBARRY HILL
2.CARRIG KATE (IRE) 3.GERYVILLE (FR)
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TURNED OUT
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AINTREE
Race 1 11.48 2m 209y
1 Captain Hugo (IRE) 11-6
2 Race To Base (IRE) 11-6
3 Taurus Bay (IRE) 11-6
Race 2 12.24 3m 149y
1 Glance of Glory (GB) 12-0
2 The Clonmel Kid (IRE) 11-11
3 The Great Escape (IRE) 11-9
4 Dixie Mafia (IRE) 11-9
5 Top Guy (IRE) 11-3
6 Sandscape (GB) 11-2
7 Princesse Milania (IRE) 11-1
8 Bombay Pete (GB) 10-12
Race 3 12.58 2m 3f 200y
1 Pleasington (IRE) 11-8
2 Inedit Star (FR) 11-8
3 Kdeux Saint Fray (FR) 11-5
4 Guard The Moon (GB) 11-5
5 Captain Butler (IRE) 11-2
6 It’s Hard To Know (IRE) 11-2
Race 1 12.10 1m 7f 216y
1 Fresh Perspective (GB) 11-3
2 Soldier Reeves (IRE) 11-3
3 Hurricane Pat (IRE) 11-0
4 Shabalko d’Herm (FR) 11-0
5 Sober Glory (IRE) 11-0
Race 2 12.43 2m 3f 178y
1 Shantwopointfive (IRE) 12-0
2 Just A Rose (FR) 11-12
3 Sunset Marquesa (IRE) 11-9
4 Ring O Roses (GB) 11-7
5 Dramatic Encore (IRE) 11-5
6 Looking As You Are (GB)11-5
7 Miss Cynthia (GB) 11-5
8 Crazierthandaisy (GB) 11-5
9 Masked Dance (FR) 11-3
10 Northern Symphonie (GB)10-11
Race 4 1.30 2m 3f 200y
1 The Kalooki Kid (GB) 12-0
2 Richmond Lake (IRE) 11-10
3 Uncle Bert (GB) 11-7
4 Margaret’s Legacy (FR) 11-3
5 Bleu d’Enfer (FR) 11-2
6 Gaelic Arc (IRE) 10-13
7 Ned Tanner (IRE) 10-9
Race 5 2.05 2m 209y
1 Bibe Mus (FR) 11-0
2 Diamond Jim (IRE) 11-0
3 Edelak (IRE) 11-0
4 Lord (GER) 11-0
5 Scarlet Moon (GB) 11-0
6 Treasure Planet (IRE) 11-0
7 Only One Blue (IRE) 10-7
SANDOWN
Race 3 1.20 2m 7f 103y
1 Supremely West (IRE) 12-0
2 Chasing Fire (GB) 11-12
3 Green Book (FR) 11-10
4 The Lord Maid (IRE) 11-8
5 Hititi (FR) 11-6
6 Kikijo (FR) 11-3
7 Ikarak (FR) 11-3
8 Lavender Hill Mob (GB) 11-2
9 Absolutely Doyen (IRE) 10-13
10 Turndlightsdownlow (IRE)10-4
Race 4 1.50 1m 7f 99y
1 Alnilam (FR) 11-7
2 Be Aware (FR) 11-7
3 Lump Sum (FR) 11-7
4 Lulamba (FR) 11-1
Race 5 2.25 1m 7f 216y
1 Kateira (GB) 12-0
2 Knickerbockerglory (IRE)11-7
3 Goshen (FR) 11-6
4 Metier (IRE) 11-2
5 Glynn Brae (IRE) 11-2
6 L’Astroboy (GER) 11-1
7 Go Dante (GB) 10-13
8 Honky Tonk Highway (IRE)10-11
9 Afadil (FR) 10-3
10 Dance And Glance (GB)10-2
11 Lucky One (FR) 10-2
Race 6 2.40 3m 1f 188y
1 Mr Vango (IRE) 12-0
2 Bioluminescence (IRE) 11-9
3 Monbeg Genius (IRE) 11-6
4 Twig (GB) 11-5
5 Bill Baxter (IRE) 11-1
6 Roi Mage (FR) 11-0
7 White Rhino (IRE) 10-13
8 Galia des Liteaux (FR) 10-10
9 Mahons Glory (IRE) 10-10
10 Excello (FR) 10-9
11 Westerninthepark (IRE) 10-6
12 Val Dancer (IRE) 10-6
13 Gaboriot (FR) 10-2
Race 7 3.15 2m 4f
1 Brewin’upastorm (IRE) 12-0
2 Rambo T (IRE) 11-12
3 Cracking Rhapsody (IRE)11-7
4 Act of Authority (FR) 11-7
5 Wellington Arch (GB) 11-2
6 Stream of Stars (GB) 10-11
7 Rubber Ball (GB) 10-10
8 Kepler’s Law (GB) 10-5
9 Bear Market (IRE) 10-2
10 Sunray Shadow (GB) 10-2
Race 6 3.00 1m 7f 99y
1 Boothill (IRE) 11-10
2 Il Etait Temps (FR) 11-10
3 Jonbon (FR) 11-10
4 L’Eau du Sud (FR) 11-10
5 Libberty Hunter (GB) 11-10
Race 7 3.35 3m 4f 146y
1 Tanganyika (FR) 12-0
2 O’Connell (IRE) 11-6
3 Ask Brewster (IRE) 11-3
4 Hung Jury (IRE) 11-2
5 Invincible Nao (FR) 10-12
6 Jupiter Allen (FR) 10-10
7 Rivers Corner (GB) 10-6
Doubles and trebles
FOURTH RACE 12.50
The
William Hill Christmas Meeting Up Next Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Go
North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (32 wins from 116 runners, 28%) runs DOUBLE OBAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs DOUBLE OBAN
Longest Traveller: THEREISNODOUBT trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 KINGSTON NARCISSUS (FR) (18) 2221F-3 6 12-0
Br Bl g Authorized (IRE) - Kingston Acacia Ross Chapman J
O Mr John Johnson Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr Richard Hains Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent maiden on Flat in France and took well to hurdling for Rebeca Menzies last term, finishing runner-up 3 times prior to getting his head in front in Sedgefield maiden. Made a satisfactory return when third in handicap at Kelso 18 days ago and is entitled to build on that. TFRHHHHI BHA113
2 DOUBLE OBAN (GB) (30) 12111-0 D 5 12-0
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Zaaneh (IRE) Lewis Stones (3) J
O DYDB Marketing & Briton International Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Stuart McPhee Bloodstock Ltd Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame some jumping errors when completing a hat-trick in 5-runner handicap hurdle at Lingfield (16f) in February Hiked up 10lb and looked rusty on his Newbury return last month. Cheekpieces now added and this run should reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA113
3 JUSTUS (IRE) (220) 012P/- D 7 11-11
Br Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Landikusic (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Ryder and Alex Sugden Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B LNJ Foxwoods Partnership Optima Self Store S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over hurdles early in 2024 and scored twice on level later that year However, lightly raced and below par since and is likely best watched on return from 7-month absence here. Makes handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHIII BHA110
4 THEREISNODOUBT (IRE) (35) 04531-0 D 12 11-11
Br Ch g Primary (USA) - Doubt (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Mrs H. Kelly Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Moygaddy Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who scored at Ayr (2m) in the spring but looked in need of the outing when ninth in 2m handicap there last month. Can take a step forward now TFRHHHII BHA110
5 CHASE A FORTUNE (GB) (26) F24-5F2 D 7 11-9
Br B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Lucematic William Maggs (5) J
O Chasing the dream Chris Grant, Billingham T
B T. C. Dawson www.chrisgrantracing.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since scoring over fences at Catterick in February 2024 but was still in the lead when exiting at the second last in Kelso handicap chase in October and was only edged out late on back in this sphere at Carlisle (17f, soft) 26 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHH BHA108
6 HOURLESS (GB) (42) 63-6460 D 5 10-6
Br B g Time Test - Poly Pomona Mr John Dixon (7) J
O Mrs S. F. Dixon John Dixon, Carlisle T
B Mr W. A. Tinkler
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair juvenile hurdle winner for Alan King but has shaped with little promise in recent starts for current connections, latest when eighth at Kelso in October Makes limited appeal. TFRHIIII BHA91
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
CLASSIC MAESTRO (IRE) 6 12 0 Sean
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces
1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Stewards Note:
DOUBLE OBAN: Following its run on 6/11/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
THEREISNODOUBT: Following its run on 1/11/2025 it was reported that the horse made several jumping errors.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 6-4 Chase A Fortune (GB), 5-1 Double Oban (GB), Thereisnodoubt (IRE), 6-1 Kingston Narcissus (FR), 12-1 Justus (IRE), 16-1 Hourless (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW CHASE A FORTUNE appreciated the return to this discipline when coming close at Carlisle last month and looks the one to beat. Kingston Narcissus ought to be straighter for his recent Kelso return and may provide the chief threat.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHASE A FORTUNE 2.KINGSTON
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FIFTH RACE 1.25
The Book William Hill Christmas Meeting Online Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for four 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)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (22 wins from 262 runners, 8%) runs BALLYLINCH Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs GOLD EMERY
Weightwatcher: PACHACUTI won off a handicap mark of 111, his rating is now down 7lb to 104
Longest Traveller: PACHACUTI trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 263 miles.
1 FERN HILL (IRE) (25) P43-511 C D 10 12-0
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock Mr Charlie Case (7) J
O Mr J E Harrison & Mrs S Case Ben Case, Banbury T
B Joseph and Anthony Smiddy David Andrews Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a first success since 2022 when making a winning return in an uninspiring 5-runner contest at Uttoxeter prior to following up in a weak veterans’ chase at Huntingdon last month. More required to land the hat-trick. TFRHHHII BHA110
2 VISUAL IMPACT (IRE) (35) 4/3222-3 BF 6 12-0
Br B m Westerner - Miss Mayberry (IRE) Derek Fox J
O The Buzzard Syndicate Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Miss Deirdre Motherway Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £100,000 purchase having finished runner-up in sole Irish point. Showed plenty as a novice hurdler and advanced her form on chase debut when third at Ayr (20.5f, soft) last month. Very much a chaser on looks and should improve stepping back up in distance. Leading contender TFRHHHHH BHA110
3 GOLD EMERY (FR) (21) P23/02-3 D 9 11-12
Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - Queissa (FR) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & M. Joel Poitou Prisma Colour Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles winner who has shown fair form over fences without winning. Encouraging return when third in a 4-runner chase at Uttoxeter (26f, heavy) last month, travelled well and jumped better than has often been the case. Claims if he can build on that. TFRHHHII BHA108
4 MOONLIGHT FLIT (IRE) (258) 01/1/PP4- D 9 11-11
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Dreaming On (IRE) Jack Andrews (3) J
O Mr R. Tate Fiona Needham, Thirsk T
B R. Cody
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort for Nicky Henderson when runner-up in Warwick novice on his hurdle debut in 2021 but left the yard for £11,000 the following year having lost form. Won twice in points for current yard but last of 4 finishers most recently (Mar 2025). Bit to prove making chase debut back under Rules. TFRHHIII BHA107
5 THE SCORPION KING (GB) (27) 4/211P-4 D7 11-11
Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Big Time Billy (IRE) David Bass J
O Adam & Clare Signy Oliver Signy, Lambourn T
B John Bryan Oliver Signy Racing Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of back-to-back chases at Ffos Las (heavy) last winter Creditable reappearance over hurdles on return to Ffos Las last month and he should go well back chasing with that run under his belt, especially if the ground becomes testing. TFRHHHHI BHA107
6 PACHACUTI (IRE) (27) PP20-P3 8 11-8
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mrs Mac Veale (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O The Arthur White Partnership David Pipe, Wellington T
B P. Corkery W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit-and-miss since recording latest success back in February 2024 but has slipped to an attractive mark as a result and took a step back in the right direction when third in a 9-runner chase at Ffos Las last month. Player if he can back that up with tongue tie again left off TFRHHHII BHA104
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7 EXPRESS SURPRISE (IRE) (25) 53143-3 D BF 6 11-0
Br B g Mahler - Gudnis Gracious Me (IRE) Richie McLernon J
O C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope T B The Beeches Stud Ltd Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Continued his progression when scoring on chase debut at Huntingdon (23.6f, heavy) in January Has been hindered by his jumping on better ground since, for all he shaped second best on reappearance at Lingfield (23.5f, good) last time. Could be interesting back on a softer surface. TFRHHHHI BHA96
8 ONE LAST GLANCE (GB) (19) 2142-6U 8 10-11
Br B g Passing Glance - Lillie Lou William Maggs (5) J
O Fred Camis, Ray Fielder & Mel Clarke Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T
B Ray Fielder & Fred Camis JMC Surfacing Contractors S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice on soft/heavy last season and bled when runner-up on final start last season. In the process of running creditably on second start of the campaign when unseating at Plumpton (25.7f, good) 19 days ago. May travel more fluently with conditions in his favour here and isn’t totally dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA93
9 BALLYLINCH (IRE) (23) 541/2-45 D 8 10-6
Br B g Califet (FR) - Moll Magee Callum Bewley J
O Mr John Burnett Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mrs Katrina Mackie J & J Burnett Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Two-time winner over fences during 2023/24 but has shown little short-term promise in two starts following an 18-month lay-off. Questions to answer now TFRHHIII BHA88
2024: LATENIGHTRUMBLE 7 12 0 Mr Jack Andrews 7-1 (Tom Ellis) 10 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 8, 9.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Visual Impact (IRE), 9-2 The Scorpion King (GB), 5-1 Express Surprise (IRE), 7-1 Fern Hill (IRE), Pachacuti (IRE), 8-1 Gold Emery (FR), 10-1 One Last Glance (GB), 40-1 Ballylinch (IRE), 66-1 Moonlight Flit (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A one-time expensive point purchase, VISUAL IMPACT finished an eye-catching third on chase debut and should improve stepping back up in trip on second start over fences. She’s preferred to The Scorpion King and Express Surprise, who both made pleasing comebacks last month and will be well-suited by the likely soft conditions.
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SIXTH RACE 1.57
The Watch Racing TV In Stunning HD “Junior” National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)
for three yrs old x Total prize fund £4500 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235 (Penalty Value £2450.70)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mrs S J Smith (16 wins from 176 runners, 9%) runs STRIKING MIDNIGHT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (7 wins from 60 runners, 12%) runs SOLLY’S GOLD
Longest Travellers: COTTON SOCKS trained by L Wadham, WINSTON’S OATH trained by D Cunha, SOLLY’S GOLD trained by J Owen, all Newmarket, 164 miles.
1 AUGUST SPRING (GB) (-) 11-2
Br B g Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Al Nassa (USA) Tom Midgley (3) J
O S Windle Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B WH Bloodstock Ltd Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gustav Klimt gelding. Half-brother to useful 7.4f-13f winner Dark Moon Rising. Dam French 1 1/2m winner The market can guide on his debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 COTTON SOCKS (GB) (14) 2 11-2
Br Br or Gr g Passing Glance - Giving Back Tom Cannon J
O Mrs P. Toye Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B Pitchall Stud Partnership & Mrs Pat Toye Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance gelding who shaped well when second of 9 in bumper at Huntingdon (15.8f, soft, 9/4) on NH debut 14 days ago, clear of rest. Hood on 1st time. Firmly in the picture. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 MAC’S MAX (GB) (22) 2 11-2
Br B g Maxios - Delft Dancer Richie McLernon J
O Mr B. M. R. Haslam Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Blackberry Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, encouraging second of 8 in bumper at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft) on NH debut 22 days ago. This son of Maxios can build on it so must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MASTERFIELD (FR) (-) 11-2
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Toscane (FR) Ben Smith (7) J
O The Nevers Racing Partnership Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Jacques Cypres, Nicolas Cypres
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 STRIKING MIDNIGHT (IRE) (22) 3 11-2
Br B g Jet Away - Good Thyne Tara Jack Power (5) J
O Mr C Clarke Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mr N. G. King Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Jet Away gelding who shaped well when a debut third of 8 in bumper at Newcastle (7/2) 22 days ago. Sure to progress and he’s a likely player here. TFRHHHHH BHA-
8 WINSTON’S OATH (IRE) (-) 11-2
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Honor Bound Tabitha Worsley (3) J
O Gee Gees Racing & G 4 Contracts Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T
B Clarecastle Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 8,500 gns 3-y-o, Churchill gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Rowland Ward, stayed 19f Dam 1 1/4m-11.5f winner The betting can prove an accurate guide. TFRHHHII BHA2024: EAGLES REPRIEVE (IRE) 3 11 2 Jack Power 10-1 (Lucinda Russell) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 4, 6, 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Cotton Socks (GB), 4-1 Solly’s Gold (IRE), 5-1 Striking Midnight (IRE), 7-1 Mac’s Max (GB), Masterfield (FR), 12-1 Winston’s Oath (IRE), 16-1 August Spring (GB), 40-1 Ringtone (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The market should reveal plenty here but the vote goes to STRIKING MIDNIGHT who made a promising start when third in a Newcastle bumper recently and can build on it here and continue his stable’s fine recent run of form. Cotton Socks also shaped well on his debut when runner-up in an Huntingdon bumper and is next on the list, although debutants Solly’s Gold and Masterfield need factoring in too, especially if the betting speaks in their favour
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STRIKING MIDNIGHT (IRE) 2.COTTON SOCKS 3.SOLLY’S GOLD (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Cokoriko gelding. Closely related to 2 winners, including French hurdle winner/chaser Kasadepapel,. Dam multiple 1 1/2m bumper winner in France. Wears tongue strap. Noteworthy newcomer who is worth a market check.
5 RINGTONE (GB) (22) 0 11-2
Br B g Shaman (IRE) - Voicemail Callum Bewley J
O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Glebe Farm Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, seventh of 8 in bumper at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft) on NH debut 22 days ago. Blinkered for 1st time now and this Shaman gelding needs to step forward. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 SOLLY’S GOLD (IRE) (-) 11-2
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Miss McGoldrick (IRE) Jack Andrews (3) J
O Value Racing - Solly’s Gold James Owen, Newmarket T
B Sean Connolly Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding. Closely related to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Tightenourbelts. In excellent hands so he’s an interesting debutant. TFRHHHHI BHA-
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 11.10 - THE racingtv.com NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, December 1st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the Wining Owner of this race. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 24 entries at £35. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
SEE PAGE 2 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 11.40 - THE WETHERBY RACECOURSE - YOUR IDEAL CONFERENCE VENUE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 1st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £40. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202 (Penalty Value £4224.80)
SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 12.17 - THE JOIN RACING TV THIS CHRISTMAS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb
WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £75. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 12.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL CHRISTMAS MEETING UP NEXT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 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 Sea Pigeon Series qualifier 12 entries, 1 at £10 and 11 at £50. - Closed December 1st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 1.25 - THE BOOK WILLIAM HILL CHRISTMAS MEETING ONLINE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand 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 14 entries at £45. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 1.57 - THE WATCH RACING TV IN STUNNING HD “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for three yrs old only, which have not won a Junior National Hunt Hurdle race, and which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except Junior National Hunt Hurdle races, National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races Enter by noon, December 1st and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 4th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 10 entries at £20. - Closed December 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235 (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
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