Wincanton Racecard - Sunday 16th April

FAMILY FUN DAY

It is very good to welcome you all here today to see the fifth running of the McCreery Military Amateur Riders’ Hurdle and a very big thank you to Wincanton and to Jockey Club Racecourses for so generously having us.

Racing is a long established and important part of military life. At one time, military races were a common feature on cards across the British Isles, and especially where British forces were serving overseas Post the Second World War, with the services extensively committed, and with costs rising, we witnessed a gradual reduction in opportunities for servicemen and women to ride Under Rules. Sandown Park generously continue to host The Royal Artillery meeting in February and The Grand Military meeting in March. These are both tremendous meetings, which I very much hope you will attend if you do not already do so, but we felt that, given the amount of effort that military riders put in to preparing, and the generosity of owners and trainers in finding horses, we needed to offer a bit more We also felt that it would be good to have something in the West Country, where so many of our Royal Naval, Army and Royal Air Force units are stationed, and where there is such a strong sporting tradition. Wincanton was a natural choice and we are much indebted to James Boughey and his Board for all their support. With the Armed Forces as busy as ever it still takes real commitment and determination for our jockeys to get themselves racing fit and to find time to ride out and school, something that is becoming even more demanding given the current international situation. That means that it is a real pleasure to see our military riders here today and we can promise you a tough and exciting race

The race is named after one of the great military jockeys, and great soldiers, General Sir Dick McCreery, a stalwart supporter of both Wincanton and The Blackmore Vale and whose family have long had such strong connections here. It is a particular pleasure to welcome Jeanette McCreery here today to present his trophy. We also owe a huge debt of gratitude to John and Doone Chatfeild-Roberts and their family for so very generously sponsoring us

Is military racing still relevant today when horses are no longer part of the Army’s order of battle? It most certainly is Any sport that encourages fitness, rigid training, determination, a cool head and nerves of steel is as valuable to service men and women today as it’s ever been. I very much hope you enjoy sharing some of that experience with us today.

Barney White-Spunner Lieutenant General Sir Barney White-Spunner KCB,CBE Chairman, Grand Military Race Committee

RACECOURSE OFFICIALS:

GENERAL MANAGER & SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Jack Parkinson

RACECOURSE OPERATIONS

Gary Oakley

CLERK OF THE COURSE & DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Daniel Cooper

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

James Martin

RACE DAY STEWARDS:

CHIEF STEWARD

Steve Drowne

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR

Georgina Cartwright

STEWARDS

Kelly O’Boyle, Chris Hill, Louise Neale, Fergus Sweeney

STARTERS

William Jordan

Wayne Hutchinson

JUDGE

Emily Jones

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Chris Hill

VETERINARY OFFICER

David Freeman

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Clive Hamblin (SRVS)

Bobby McEwen (RVS)

Alistair Lees (RVS)

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Peter Phillips (SRMO)

Dr Anne Lashford (RMO)

Dr Suzannah Hoult (RMO)

EQUINE WELFARE

AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Steve Fox, Kelly McSorley, Darren Stone

COMMENTATOR

Mike Cattermole

BETTING RING MANAGER

Vicki Moore

CHAIRMAN

David Wiggin

RACE COMMITTEE

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

Richard Hoiles, Geoff Derham, Camilla Wakeley, Adam Sheppard

SAFETY OFFICER

Jade Foyle

1 BINOCULAR (FR) (54) 114-321 D

B g Enrique - Bleu Ciel Et Blanc (FR)

Hurdle in 2010, and back on track after a sticky

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.

Look out for Letters:

C = Has won at this course

D = Has won over this distance

CD = Has won over this distance at this course

BF = Was a beaten favourite

MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM

- =New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race

F = Horse fell

U = Rider unseated

R = Horse refused to race

CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse

B = Horse was brought down

S = Horse slipped

r =The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race

d = Disqualified

Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races

EXPERT VIEW

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse

3. Timeform view and TFR rating

4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION

Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race

Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.

OTHER USEFUL DETAILS

6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey

7. Saddlecloth number

8. Horse’s name

9. Days since the horse last run

10.Horse’s age

11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)

12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)

13. Horse’s owner

14. Horse’s breeder

15. Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

1. FORM

5. JOCKEY

McCreery Military Forces Amateur

Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle

MEET SOME OF THE JOCKEYS IN TODAYS RACE

Sergeant Nick Oliver

Service and regiment representing: Army, Intelligence Corps. Serving or retired? Serving.

Misc facts: Former lawyer, point-to-point jockey, regional boxing champion, and creator of Great Taste awards winning seasoning sauce.

Major Charlie O’Shea

Service and regiment representing: Army, Royal Artillery

Serving or retired? Serving.

Day job: Various civilian interests. Military - Naval Fires Liaison Officer.

Misc facts: Charlie won the military double (RA Gold Cup and GM Gold Cup) last year on Rolling Dylan. Charlie is a keen sportsman. He has represented the Army at the GB Modern Pentathlon Championships and Nordic Ski Championships. Played cricket for the Army U25s (some time ago!), and rugby for his Regiment. He now plays golf when not on the gallops. Handicap variable depending on opponents and wager!

Major Will Kellard

Service and regiment representing: Army, The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeths’ Own).

Serving or retired? Serving.

Day job: Staff Officer in Headquarters Home Command, Aldershot.

Misc facts: Will has ridden in the Military Races for the past six seasons for trainers including Jamie Snowden, Venetia Williams, Charlie Mann, Paul Webber and Kerry Lee. Will worked in racing prior to joining the Army as Pupil Assistant Trainer to the Welsh Grand National winning trainer Richard Lee. During his military career Will has deployed on Operations as part of the United Nations Peacekeeping force in Cyprus, completed major warfighting exercises in both the UK and overseas, and has served in Army Headquarters.

Lieutenant Commander Vicki Sollitt

Service and regiment representing: Royal Navy

Serving or retired? Retired.

Day job: Head of Fundraising for Horses for Wellbeing which is a charity that uses equine therapy to help children that have suffered trauma.

Misc Facts: Came to racing at the age of 34. Have competed in other sports such as dressage, show jumping and boxing.

The McCreery Military Amateur Jockeys Handicap Hurdle

Today, at Wincanton Racecourse, we see the 5th running of the McCreery Military Amateur Jockeys Handicap Hurdle again so generously sponsored by John and Doone Chatfeild-Roberts.

The race is the fourth and final race in a series open to jockeys who are past or present members of the armed services, with today’s riders mostly currently serving. They have all ridden earlier this year at Sandown Park in the Royal Artillery Gold Cup and Grand Military Gold Cup. The McCreery family is synonymous with Wincanton Racecourse with the very first race at Wincanton being won in 1893 by MacDuff, ridden by Lawrence McCreery and owned by Richard McCreery. Richard was uncle to General Sir Richard McCreery GCB KBE DSO MC, a 12th Lancer who fought in both world wars and commanded the Eighth Army in 1944-45. General ‘Dick’ is also a predecessor of today’s jockeys, having won the Grand Military Gold Cup in 1923 and 1928. His son, Bob McCreery, was a fearless

champion amateur rider and winner of 131 races, most notably the 1953 Welsh Grand National on Stalbridge Rock owned and trained by Harry Dufosee Harry was grandfather to the late John Dufosee, another family whose name is so well known at Wincanton. We are delighted that Bob’s wife, Jeanette McCreery, will be here to present the prizes this afternoon.

Race sponsor, John Chatfeild-Roberts, held a short service commission in the 16th/5th Lancers and his love of racing has been enhanced by following his son, successful amateur jockey Tom. It is through John’s friendship with past Wincanton Chairman, Jo Hepburn, and General Sir Barney White-Spunner, Chairman of the Grand Military Race Committee, both once loyal followers of the Blackmore & Sparkford Vale, that the McCreery Military Hurdle was born in 2016, following the running of the Royal Artillery Gold Cup at Wincanton in 2014 after the meeting was abandoned at Sandown Park.

Today’s jockeys include Major Charlie O’Shea, a popular West Country amateur jockey and a Gunner Commando, who has bounced back from life threatening injuries received here at Wincanton in a fall at this meeting a year ago. Also Sergeant Nathan Rahman of the Royal Welsh, an experienced amateur jockey and previous winner of the valuable and highly competitive Gentlemen’s Cross Country Final at Merano at the end of September 2020 Nathan is also a qualified jockey coach.

Last years winner Merry Berry for trainer Fergal O’Brien and jockey Lt Cdr Vicki Sollitt

FIRST RACE 1.50

The McCreery Family

THE MCCREERY MILITARY FORCES AMATEUR JOCKEYS’

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (for Military Amateur Jockeys) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5180, 2nd £2591, 3rd £1295, 4th £648, 5th £324. (Penalty Value £5960.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Nicholls (81 wins from 293 runners, 28%) runs FAME AND FUN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs FAME AND FUN

Weightwatcher: GAIA VALLIS won off a handicap mark of 88, her rating is now down 6lb to 82. Longest Traveller: GAIA VALLIS trained by D Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold, 77 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 ENERGY ONE (GB) (22) 662610

5 12-2

Br B m Kayf Tara - One For Joules (IRE) Maj Charlie O’Shea (5) J

O Mr Mel Mathias Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Mel Mathias Centre Great Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to make a winning handicap debut at Ludlow last month but wasn’t in the same form at Newbury next time Back in a less-competitive environment, now. TFRHHHII BHA107

2 GREAT OCEAN (FR) (11) 6-44UU3 C

7 12-1

Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Diamond of Diana (FR) Sgt Nick Oliver (7) J

O Salvo & Alex Giannini Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B PA Ouvry & Ecurie Des Vives Terres

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole Rules success came over hurdles here last year for Philip Hobbs. Easily most encouraging run for current yard when third here 11 days ago and drop back in trip looks ideal. TFRHHHHI BHA106

3 FAME AND FUN (IRE) (43) 31U322

Br B g Fame And Glory - Tabachines (FR)

6 11-12

LBdr Jody Sole (3) J

O Mrs J. Hitchings Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Brian Moran Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning handicap debut at Taunton (19f) after Christmas and solid placed efforts since, runner-up at Newbury on latest occasion. Back up in trip and makes plenty of appeal.

4 STANLEY PINCOMBE (IRE) (45) 0-33rP1

Br B g Multiplex - Allez Zane

TFRHHHHH BHA103

6 11-7

Maj Will Kellard (7) J

O Ms Jane Southall Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B J. H. Culloty Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to make an impact switched to fences this season but was right back on track when scoring at Taunton last time and looks set to go well again.

5 ROYAL SAM (GB) (34) 554224 D

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Royal Nashkova

TFRHHHHI BHA98

6 11-4

Col Alex Porter (7) J

O Taunton Racecourse Club & Wayne Clifford Milton Harris, Warminster T

B Mr Paul Bocking Bresbet S

TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhowasprogressingsteadilyoverhurdlespriortoasub-parfourthatPlumptonamonthago No surprise if he gets back on track.

6 GAIA VALLIS (FR) (15) 45-3P03

TFRHHHII BHA95

7 10-5

Br B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Toccata Vallis (FR) Sgt Nathan Rahman (7) J

O David Bridgwater Racing David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T

B Mr Andre Noel Dutertre

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored a couple of times last season and was back to form when third at Stratford 15 days ago

One to consider

TFRHHHII BHA82

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: MERRY BERRY 6 11 4 Lt Cdr Vicki Sollitt 7-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Fame And Fun (IRE), 7-2 Stanley Pincombe (IRE), 11-2 Energy One (GB), 6-1 Great Ocean (FR), 7-1 Royal Sam (GB), 9-1 Gaia Vallis (FR)

FAME AND FUN has been in good order since scoring at Taunton just after Christmas and he could get back to winning ways now. Great Ocean is one to note dropping back in trip after a more encouraging effort and Stanley Pincombe should go well again.

TIMEFORM

PINCOMBE (IRE)

TODAY’S RACE SPONSOR The McCreery Family

TODAY’S REGIMENTAL AFFILIATIONS

The following Regiments are represented in this year’s renewal of The McCreery Military Amateur Jockeys Handicap Hurdle:

Riders

Major Will Kellard (Royal Lancers), Sergeant Nick Oliver (Intelligence Corps),

Major Charlie O’Shea (Royal Artillery),

Colonel Alex Porter (Queen’s Royal Hussars), Sergeant Nathan Rahman (Royal Welsh), Bombardier Jody Sole (The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery), Lieutenant Commander Vicki Sollitt (Royal Navy)

E: info@thejockeyclub.co.uk

W: www.thejockeyclub.co.uk

PACE YOURSELF ALLOW ONE SOFT DRINK BETWEEN EVERY ALCOHOLIC DRINK

The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery firing a 41 Gun Salute in Hyde Park

SECOND RACE 2.25

THE EASTBURY HOTEL

HANDICAP

HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Hobbs & J White (25 wins from 185 runners, 14%) runs UMNDENI

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (6 wins from 26 runners, 23%) runs SCARPIA & THE BOMBER LISTON

Longest Traveller: HERMES DU GOUET trained by V Williams, Hereford, 87 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 LOCK’S CORNER (IRE) (20) 211505

9 12-0

Br B g Gold Well - Last Century (IRE) Kevin Brogan J

O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Peter McCrea Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran out a decisive winner at Catterick and Ayr (both at around 2 1/2m) at the end of last year

Appears to have gone off the boil for now, though. TFRHHIII BHA124

2 THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) (29) 12-04P2

7 12-0

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - True Britannia Max Kendrick J

O Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mrs Una Sinnott

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly hard to train but ran well after 8 months off to hit the frame at Kempton on Boxing Day and returned to form over the same C&D last month. Respected.

3 RESTITUTION (FR) (34) 21010P

5 11-13

HHHHI BHA124

Br B g Frankel - Restiana (FR) Gavin Sheehan J

O Highclere T’Bred Racing - Restitution Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well suited by the emphasis on speed when showing much improved form to land a third handicap hurdle success of his career at Doncaster (2m) over Christmas. Struggled since, though, and will probably find this too competitive again. TFRHHIII BHA123

4 POSEIDON (IRE) (43) 6-P1066

9 11-12

Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Maskaya (IRE) Fergus Gillard (3) J

O David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington T

B Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEWUsefulchaser at hisbestwho made asuccessfulreturnto hurdling ina sellerat Taunton inDecember Only respectable effort sincefor newyardcamewhensixthatNewburyinatonguetie43daysagoandhedoesn’tmakeagreatdealofappealforwinpurposes. TFRHHIII BHA122

5 SCARPIA (IRE) (50) 1r0-P34

9 11-12

Br Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bunglasha Lady (IRE) Nico de Boinville J

O Mrs T. Brown Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Desmond Devereux

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Plumpton last year and back to form the last twice, again hitting the frame at Kempton last time Ideally suited by further, though. TFRHHHII BHA122

6 EL MUCHACHO (IRE) (22) 211203

6 11-11

Br Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Segnora (FR) Bradley Harris (7) J

O Four Candles Partnership

Milton Harris, Warminster T

B Mrs Dale Adams Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEWPointwinnerwhohasprogressednicelyoverhurdles,winningacoupleof2mhandicaps(latestatCatterickinJanuary) before a near-miss in February Quickly back to form at Bangor last time and should give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA121

7 HERMES DU GOUET (FR) (34) 22-6413 BF 6 11-10

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Dolly du Gouet (FR) Charlie Deutsch J

O My Racing Manager Friends Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Thierry Lemoine My Racing Manager S

TIMEFORM VIEWWell-regardedpointwinnerwhowasmuchimprovedashemadeallin16.7fExeternovicehurdleinJanuary Solid effort when third at Plumpton next time and could do better for a switch to handicaps.

8 THE PINK’N (GB) (20) 24/-4004

Br Gr g Dunaden (FR) - Lady Friend

TFRHHHHI BHA120

7 11-9

Daniel Sansom (3) J

O Mrs P. de W. Johnson Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Mrs P. de W. Johnson We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful form in this sphere a couple of seasons back but not firing of late Others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA119

9 UMNDENI (FR) (43) 1320-45

9 11-9

Br B or Br g Balko (FR) - Marie Royale (FR) Ben Jones J

O Salvo & Alex Giannini Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won off this mark at Newton Abbot in August 2021 and better effort since a long absence when fifth at Newbury 43 days ago Could build on that and he’s edging down the weights. TFRHHHII BHA119

10 HERMES BOY (FR) (40) 3-542P6

6 11-7

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Roche Brune (FR) David Noonan J

O The Culverhill Racing Club IV Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T

B S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a horse to follow this time last year but added to patchy record when pulled up in Lanzarote at Kempton and wasn’t really on song at Sandown last time. Tongue tie goes on. TFRHHIII BHA117

11 BUCKHORN ROCCO (GB) (21) 16-2423 BF 7 11-4

Br Ch g Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Waimea Bay Harry Kimber (3) J

O The Buckhorn Racing Team Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B M. M. Hooker Coral Racing Limited, Great Taste Awards S

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwhohasmadetheframein4novicehurdles.BitdisappointingwhenonlythirdatExeter last time but looks the sort to benefit from first-time headgear now handicapping. Interesting. TFRHHHHH BHA114

12 THE STREET (IRE) (34) 25-FFPP

Br B g Fame And Glory - Baileys Partytime

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

7 11-2

Marlborough T

B Mrs D. Cashman Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner last term but things haven’t gone to plan so far this season and he was pulled up at Plumpton last time Hard to fancy.

13 WAY OUT (IRE) (23) 020620

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Send To War

6 11-0

O Syd Hosie Syd Hosie, Sherborne T

B Eamonn Bracken Sherborne Utilities Ltd, Steven James Hosie S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt and displayed plenty of ability on first 2 starts in bumpers. More miss than hit so far over hurdles, though.

14 LIFETIME LEGEND (IRE) (39) 6P3415

5 10-10

HHIII BHA110

Br B g Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Livia Galilei (IRE) Jack Quinlan J

O Ken Lawrence & Roy Mousley Neil King, Burderop T

B Kevin J. Molloy Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW

Built on early promise to get off the mark in female jockeys’ event at Catterick (19f, good, 9/4) in February. Not in the same form when fifth at Fontwell the following week but he might have found the run coming too soon. TFRHHHII BHA106

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: NEON MOON (IRE) 6 11 9 Tom Scudamore 11-4 (David Pipe) 7 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 11. Hood worn by No 14. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 9, 10

Stewards Note:

RESTITUTION: Following its run on 13/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

THE STREET: Following its run on 13/3/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

LIFETIME LEGEND: Following its run on 8/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Buckhorn Rocco (GB), 9-2 The Bomber Liston (IRE), 15-2 Hermes du Gouet (FR), 9-1 Scarpia (IRE), 10-1 El Muchacho (IRE), 14-1 Lifetime Legend (IRE), 18-1 Hermes Boy (FR), 25-1 Restitution (FR), The Pink’n (GB), 33-1 Lock’s Corner (IRE), Umndeni (FR), Way Out (IRE), 40-1 Poseidon (IRE), 50-1 The Street (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BUCKHORN ROCCO has already spurned a couple of good opportunities over hurdles but he’s unexposed and well treated on bumper form, so he’s worth a chance to make a winning handicap debut in first-time cheekpieces. The Bomber Liston and Hermes du Gouet are both feasible dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BUCKHORN ROCCO 2.THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) 3.HERMES DU GOUET (FR)

THIRD RACE 3.00

THE EASTBURY HOTEL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189.

(Penalty Value £3960.75)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Hobbs & J White (25 wins from 185 runners, 14%) runs D DAY HERO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 47 runners, 15%) runs DELGANY DREAMER

Longest Traveller: DELGANY DREAMER trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 97 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 ALKHATTAAF (GB) (157) 64

5 11-4

Br B g Mukhadram - Rewaaya (IRE) David Noonan J

O Knights of Ni Chris Down, Cullompton T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Woodwarm Stoves S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the Flat (stays 2m) and showed a bit on hurdling bow despite finishing well held in a Chepstow novice (2m) in October Failed to improve having been held back by mistakes at Taunton a month later. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 CUMHACHT (IRE) (45) 2-0004

5 11-4

Br B g Camacho - Soliza (IRE) Tom Bellamy J

O Farnhams,Rymers,Streets,Locketts,Gammond Rebecca Curtis, Newport T

B John Cullinan William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEWJustdenied inbumperatThurles forJohnKielylastspring. Disappointingin thatsphereforthisyardbut did at least show more when fourth on hurdles debut at Ludlow last month. Could be the way to go. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 DOUBLE CLICK (IRE) (12) 5-553

Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Katmai (IRE)

5 11-4

Gavin Sheehan J

O Foxtrot Racing Double Click Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B Mr K. D. Cotter Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S

TIMEFORM VIEWHalf-brother to fairly useful hurdler College Oak. Dam, bumper winner, half-sister to triple Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Best Mate. Unplaced all 3 startsinIrishpointsbutprominentinthebettingpriortofinishingthirdof6atFontwell(19.2f)onhurdlesbowrecently Respecteddownintrip TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 PRINCE NINO (FR) (27) P005P6

6 11-4

Br Ch g It’s Gino (GER) - Down On My Knees (FR) Paul O’Brien J

O Midwicket Cowboys Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn T

B Marie Lapios Baudry & Sophie Lapios All Sport Insurance Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact from a modest mark in handicaps of late but this isn’t a deep race back in maiden company. Blinkers replace cheekpieces.

5 SMART CASUAL (GB) (11) 505

TFRHHHHI BHA85

5 11-4

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rouquine Sauvage Rex Dingle J

O Mr John P. McManus Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Mrs Rachael Honeyball geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper run wasn’t devoid of promise but looks a handicap project over hurdles. That said, this isn’t a strong race so worth a look in the betting given connections.

6 ANNE BONNY (GB) (20) P0

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 10-11

Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Presenting Taupo (IRE) Harry Reed J

O Heart Racing HR4 Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B T. R. Hewitt Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Underwent a breathing op after pulling up in a bumper and did at least hint at ability on last month’s hurdles bow here.

7 DELGANY DREAMER (GB) (16) 55

Br Gr m Blue Bresil (FR) - New Bridge (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 10-11

Bridget Andrews J

O Charles And Rachel Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Charles Wilson Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEWEasy to back and shaped as though she’d come on for the experience when fifth in 6-runner Huntingdon bumper on debut last month. Turned out quickly and still didn’t look the finished article when fifth of 9 switched to hurdling.

TFRHHHII BHA-

8 NOWYOUVEBINANDUNIT (GB) (8) U00 6 10-11

Br B m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Oceana Blue

O Mr Will Simmons

B The C H F Partnership

James Best J

Simon Earle, Warminster T

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held completed start over hurdles. TFRHIIII BHA-

9 WELL PAID SOLDIER (IRE) (20) 0 5 10-11

Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - High Dough (IRE) A. P. Heskin J

O Mrs P. L. Bridel Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B Mr Noel O’Brien

TIMEFORMVIEWCloselyrelatedtofairlyusefulhurdlerGeneralMahler,andhalf-sisterto2winners,includingfairlyusefulhurdlewinner/ chaser Roll The Dough. Given a considerate introduction over C&D 3 weeks ago and should come on for that. TFRHHHII BHA-

10 D DAY HERO (IRE) (307) 4 10-10

Br B or Gr g Nayef (USA) - Natheer (USA) Micheal Nolan J

O Mr D. A. Olver Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Michael & Timmy Hillman Philip Hobbs Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in maiden/minor events on Flat for Mark Loughnane

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: TORONTO (IRE) 5 10 10 Angus Cheleda 5-1 (Brian Barr) 8 ran

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

Stewards Note:

SMART CASUAL: Following its run on 5/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

WELL PAID SOLDIER: Following its run on 27/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Double Click (IRE), 10-3 Cumhacht (IRE), 8-1 Prince Nino (FR), Delgany Dreamer (GB), 10-1 Smart Casual (GB), 11-1 Alkhattaaf (GB), 14-1 Well Paid Soldier (IRE), 16-1 D Day Hero (IRE), 40-1 Anne Bonny (GB), 150-1 Nowyouvebinandunit (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

By no means a strong maiden hurdle so CUMHACHT, who stopped the slide for this yard switched to hurdling in a race that worked out well, could be the answer. Double Click and Prince Nino are possible threats.

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FOURTH RACE 3.35

THE EASTBURY HOTEL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Hobbs & J White (25 wins from 185 runners, 14%) runs ENERGY TWO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (18 wins from 44 runners, 41%) runs ODIN’S QUEST

Longest Traveller: ODIN’S QUEST trained by G L Moore, Horsham, 102 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 EXMOOR LAD (GB) (45) 00

5 11-4

Br B g Arvico (FR) - Tabello Lorcan Williams J

O Mike Wright & Mrs C Scott Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T

B Camilla Scott Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Arvico gelding. Only hinted at ability in Chepstow bumper/Taunton novice hurdle

2 GUN RUNNER CASH (IRE) (11) 06FU66

6 11-4

TFRHIIII BHA-

Br B g Jet Away - Brownie Points (IRE) James Best J

O Black Knight Racing Club Ben Lund, Bridgwater T

B Thomas Maher Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Perth bumper winner for Gordon Elliott a year ago but all downhill since, not taking to hurdling.

3 HOBB’S DELIGHT (GB) (543) 4-

TFRHHIII BHA86

7 11-4

Br B g Milan - Hobb’s Dream (IRE) A. P. Heskin J

O Hobbs and Mulholland Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

B John Hobbs & Neil Mulholland

TIMEFORMVIEWMilangelding.Dam3m-27fhurdle/chasewinner.25/1,fourthof10inbumperatWorcester(16f,heavy) on NH debut, needing stronger gallop Off 18 months. Makes hurdles debut.

4 JACK SPRAT (IRE) (32) 4-4603

5 11-4

TFRHHHII BHA-

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Hell Cat Maggie (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mr E. J. M. Spurrier Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B Mr K. D. Cotter Betvictor S

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler and showed ability in bumpers. Much better for hurdles bow when third in novice at Huntingdon, not knocked about. Player on that form and has room for improvement in the jumping department.

5 ODIN’S QUEST (GB) (32) 1-454P

5 11-4

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Sablonne (USA) Jamie Moore J

O Chris Stedman

B Mr C. E. Stedman

Gary Moore, Horsham T

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMadesuccessfulstarthimselfin5-runnernewcomersbumperatHuntingdoninJanuary2022andfarfromdisgracedunderapenaltynext2starts.Showed promisewhenfourthinareasonablenoviceatSandownonhurdlesbowbutshapedasifamissnexttime.Worthanotherchancewithyardgoingwell.

6 VENTARA (GB) (20) F5

Br B g Kayf Tara - Venceremos

O On the Case Syndicate

B D. M. Huglin

5 11-4

TFRHHHHH BHA-

Brendan Powell J

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete on recent hurdles debut at Taunton and never likely to benefit from a drop in trip when a one-paced fifth in C&D maiden 3 weeks ago

7 JOYFUL KIT (IRE) (53) 2305UP

Br B m Getaway (GER) - Kitara (GER)

O Harriet Brown Racing Club

B Cyrus Buttimer

TFRHHHII BHA-

7 10-11

David Noonan J

Harriet Brown, Sturminster Newton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who has failed to complete last 2 starts.

8 MISS CURIOSITY (IRE) (173) 2045-0P

TFRHHHII BHA87

5 10-11

Br B m Life Force (IRE) - Lady Contessa (IRE) Sean Houlihan J

O Mr M. S. Rose Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B A. Mulligan & D. Day Martin Rose S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best in bumpers/maiden hurdles. Well held on handicap bow at Chepstow in October

9 DEFINITE (GB) (41) 4 10-10

Br B g Kingman - Zulema

Harry Reed J

O Avon Racing Limited Milton Harris, Warminster T

B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful performer at best on Flat, stays 1 1/4m, step back in right direction last time Makes hurdles debut in a weak event so worth considering. TFRHHHHI BHA-

10 ENERGY TWO (GB) (51) P 4 10-3

Br B f Kayf Tara - One For Joules (IRE) Micheal Nolan J

O Mr Mel Mathias Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Mel Mathias Centre Great Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWDam2mhurdlewinner,also10.7f-11/2mwinneronFlat.Attractedsomesupportatlongoddsbutshaped as if amiss when pulled up in bumper at Warwick (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 51 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022:(See Div 1)

Hood worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7.

Stewards Note:

EXMOOR LAD: Following its run on 2/3/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly

ODIN’S QUEST: Following its run on 15/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

MISS CURIOSITY: Following its run on 25/10/2022 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem

ENERGY TWO: Following its run on 24/2/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Odin’s Quest (GB), 11-2 Hobb’s Delight (GB), Jack Sprat (IRE), 17-2 Ventara (GB), Definite (GB), 12-1 Energy Two (GB), 16-1 Joyful Kit (IRE), 33-1 Gun Runner Cash (IRE), 66-1 Exmoor Lad (GB), 100-1 Miss Curiosity (IRE)

A weak maiden so bumper-winner ODIN’S QUEST is worth another chance to confirm hurdles debut promise with his yard in red-hot form. Definite took a step back in the right direction on the Flat 6 weeks ago and can go close if taking to this sphere at the first attempt, so is feared most ahead of Jack Sprat, who stepped up on his hurdles bow when third at Huntingdon.

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EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS

Working alongside the Racecourse Association (RCA), bookmakers have introduced standard each-way betting terms across Jockey Club Racecourses. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners: win bets only, no places offered

• 3 or 4 runners: all to win. Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position he may offer place terms for 3 or 4 runners, this must be at 1/5 odds a place 1-2

• 5 to 7 runners (inclusive): 1/4 (one quarter) odds for finishing 1st or 2nd

• 8 or more runners: 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

• Handicap races with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive): 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

• Handicap races with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive): 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th

• Handicap races with 22 or more runners: 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

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PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ODIN’S QUEST 2.DEFINITE 3.JACK SPRAT (IRE)

FIFTH RACE 4.10

THE ROYAL BATH AND WEST SHOW

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10)

4)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Hobbs & J White (25 wins from 185 runners, 14%) runs LONGSHANKS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): V Williams (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs PASEO

Longest Traveller: JAYTEE trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 111 miles.

1 JAYTEE (GB) (35) 12-4244

8 12-2

Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Archway Copse William Kennedy J

O Mr J. Tredwell Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B J. Tredwell Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon23fTauntonhandicapchaseinthemudoverayearagoandsomegoodrunssince,shapingasiftheextreme distance stretched him at Warwick latest Shorter trip here will suit and considered in first-time headgear TFRHHHHI BHA112

2 DUC DE BEAUCHENE (FR) (10) 050232

10 12-1

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Quatia d’Angron (FR) Jack Tudor J

O Mr John P. McManus David Pipe, Wellington T

B Raymond Bellanger W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over fences at Newbury (22.5f) last spring. Not so good this season but his reduced mark reflects that and he’s been placed the last 3 starts (C&D second occasion). Thereabouts. TFRHHHHI BHA111

3 FAUSTINOVICK (GB) (28) 3-16425

9 12-0

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cormorant Cove Harry Kimber (3) J

O The Faustinovick Syndicate Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Shade Oak Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWFinallygotthejobdonewhenopeninghisaccountonreturnatChepstow(3m,goodtosoft)inNovember. Creditable efforts in defeat last 3 starts but others here look better treated. Different headgear

4 WICK GREEN (GB) (45) 404-P12 D

10 11-13

Br B g Sagamix (FR) - Jolly Dancer Luca Morgan J

O Shy John Partnership Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Mr C. Horton Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to best since joining this yard, winning 8-runner handicap chase at Ffos Las before good second at Taunton. Should go well again.

5 LONGSHANKS (IRE) (11) 4-PUF06 C

9 11-12

HHHHH BHA109

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Cash A Lawn (IRE) Micheal Nolan J

O Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Con O’Keeffe Holiday Resort Unity S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences in handicap at Exeter in March of last year but not gone on from that, including back over hurdles of late. Blinkered for 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA108

6 PREMIUMACCESS (IRE) (34) 22U63P

Br B g Milan - De Loose Mongoose (IRE)

8 11-11

Brendan Powell J

O Mr J. Reed Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B John McDowell Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Doesn’t win often and produced a dismal display at Taunton last time Others preferred.

7 PASEO (GB) (23) 231526

TFRHHHII BHA107

7 11-1

Br B g Champs Elysees - Posteritas (USA) Charlie Deutsch J

O My Racing Manager Friends Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd My Racing Manager S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back with a bang when making all on return at Ludlow (23.8f, soft) in November but well held 2 of next 3 starts. Others preferred.

TFRHHHII BHA97

8 I’M A STARMAN (GB) (29) 2-4P03P D 10 10-12

Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Strathtay Tom Bellamy J

O Mr Mark Rimell Mark Rimell, Witney T

B Mrs M. R. T. Rimell

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who bettered his previous chase efforts by some way when third of 12 in first-time blinkers at Carlisle (2 1/2m) but ran poorly in same headgear at Kempton since. Tongue strap on 1st time TFRHHHII BHA94

9 MINELLA VOUCHER (GB) (57) 1114P3 12 10-10

Br B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - All Rise (GER) Toby Wynne (5) J

O Taunton Town Peacocks Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

B Elms Stud Co Ltd & J. O’Connor Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who completed a hat-trick in September and back on track when third over C&D 2 months ago

Frame claims.

TFRHHHII BHA92

10 O’FAOLAINS LAD (IRE) (3) 32511-U CD 9 10-8

Br B g Oscar (IRE) - O’Faolains Fancy (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J

O Mr K. A. Lloyd Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T

B Pius Phelan

TIMEFORM VIEWOnly raced 6 times under Rules, winning back-to-back handicap chases (at up to 26f) in autumn of 2021. Got no further than the third onfirstrunsinceatTauntononThursdaysonosurprisetoseehimturnedoutquickly.Remainsopentoimprovementasachaser. TFRHHHHI BHA90

11 CELMA DES BOIS (FR) (24) P4P-P3P 11 10-2

Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Palafixe (FR) Niall Houlihan (3) J

O Encore Partnership V Richard Rowe Pulborough T

B Mme Joelle Brillet & Mr Michel Brillet Southern Cranes & Access Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Leicester last term but below par since. Easily opposed from out of the handicap.

TFRHIIII BHA81

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: BROKEN QUEST (IRE) 10 11 4 Jack Andrews 5-2 (David Dennis) 5 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 8.

Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 9, 10 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 9, 10

Stewards Note:

PASEO: Following its run on 24/3/2023 it was reported that the horse never travelled.

CELMA DES BOIS: Following its run on 23/3/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its left fore shoe

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Wick Green (GB), 13-2 Duc de Beauchene (FR), 7-1 O’Faolains Lad (IRE), 9-1 Faustinovick (GB), 10-1 Jaytee (GB), 11-1 Premiumaccess (IRE), Paseo (GB), 12-1 I’m A Starman (GB), Minella Voucher (GB), 22-1 Longshanks (IRE), 66-1 Celma des Bois (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

WICK GREEN has bounced back to his best since joining Ben Pauling and looks the solid option with most arriving with something to prove. O’Faolains Lad got no further than the third in his belated comeback at Taunton on Thursday so is worth another chance to see what he can do, while Duc de Beauchene should be on the premises again.

OUR NEXT RACE IS THE DOT TOLSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP CHASE.

Our next race is the Dot Tolson Memorial Handicap Chase With all the Covid restrictions now relaxed this will be the third time we get to celebrate Dot’s life here at Wincanton Racecourse after she was suddenly taken from us just over 4 years ago

Dot was an avid racegoer and enjoyed many happy times here at Wincanton Racecourse. Last time we were here we had a really exciting finish to our race and we are hoping for the same again today.

She would have been very happy to see the father and daughter combination of Jimmy and Bryony Frost win with Kristjano in 2019 and Kauto the King trained by Colin Tizzard and ridden by Harry Cobden in 2021 Dot’s favourite trainers were Venetia Williams, Paul Nichols and Charlie Mann and her favourite jockey was Sam Twiston-Davies.It would be nice if either one or a combination of those was to win today’s race

There is already a commemorative bench in Dot‘s name and her ashes are scattered at the last fence so we know she’s here in spirit today cheering the winners home. All of the family and friends would like to thank Mark Burridge of Derek Burridge Ltd for the trophies, The Jockey Club and especially Hannah and everyone here at Wincanton Racecourse for all that they have done to make today so very special.

Lastly we are trying to raise some money for Dot’s charity which is The Injured Jockeys Fund so if you would like to make a donation please use this link on a computer or scan the QR code with your smartphone to contribute.

Check out my JustGiving page for the Injured Jockeys Fund and help me raise more money for Dot’s charity

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SIXTH RACE 4.45

THE DOT TOLSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP

STEEPLE

CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3433, 2nd £1716, 3rd £859, 4th £429, 5th £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Walford (10 wins from 76 runners, 13%) runs FLASH GORCOMBE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 47 runners, 15%) runs DIME STORE COWGIRL

Weightwatcher: ROBIN DES MANA won off a handicap mark of 93, his rating is now down 7lb to 86. Longest Traveller: FORGET YOU NOT trained by J Du Plessis, Saltash, 195 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 OBEY THE RULES (IRE) (136) 223P31 D 8 12-0

Br Br g Rule of Law (USA) - Mamie Buggles (IRE) Theo Gillard J

O Mr Jon Glews Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Patrick Ryan Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWGainedfourthsuccessoverfences(inrefittedwithcheekpieces)atLeicester(2m,good)inDecember Consistent sort who should give a good account if ready to roll after 136 days off TFRHHHHI BHA96

2 DIME STORE COWGIRL (GB) (22) 5P103P D 6 11-7

Br Ch m Gentlewave (IRE) - Bold Fire Bridget Andrews J

O Honestly Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Goldford Stud & S. Hadley Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on earlier promise when making a winning handicap hurdle debut at Catterick (2m) in January Mixed record since but she’s less exposed than the rest of these now switching to fences (point winner). Player. TFRHHHHH BHA89

3 EN COEUR (FR) (26) 251644 BF 9 11-7

Br B g Kap Rock (FR) - Fairyleap (FR) Micheal Nolan J

O Woodford Valley Racing Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T

B Mme Martine Bordat We Do Vans S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed another Plumpton win in January but has found life tougher since, running modesty when a remote last of 4 back at Plumpton last month. Bounce back needed.

TFRHHIII BHA89

4 ROBIN DES MANA (IRE) (41) 61-0304 D 12 11-4

Br Br g Robin des Pres (FR) - Kokopelli Mana (IRE) Mr Nathan Brennan (7) J

O Mr P. York Phil York, Effingham Common T

B Mrs Caroline Preston

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a 40/1 surprise when scoring over fences at Worcester (2m) in July 2021. More miss than hit in his 4 outings since but last month’s Southwell fourth wasn’t too bad and he’s starting to look well handicapped. TFRHHHII BHA86

5 FORGET YOU NOT (FR) (37) 55314P CD 8 11-3

Br Ch g Smadoun (FR) - Baby Sitter (FR) James Best J

O Mr Richard Charles Dodson Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

B GAEC Leviau

TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinnerwhogotbackonscoreboardin7-runnerhandicapchaseatExeter(19f,good)inOctober Not so good here next time and folded tamely when pulled up back hurdling at Exeter last time. TFRHHIII BHA85

6 URABAMBA (IRE) (34) 5-04363 D 8 11-2

Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Glaisdale

O Kayley Woollacott Racing Club

B J. Mangan

Ben Godfrey (3) J

Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T

The Firehouse Somerset S

TIMEFORM VIEWWinnerof2mWexfordmaidenhurdleforHenrydeBromheadinsummer2021.OnlymodestformsincejoiningthisyardbuthislatestTaunton handicapchasethirdshowshe’sdowntoamarkhecanbecompetitivefrom.Hasfirst-timecheekpiecesaddedtohisregulartonguetie TFRHHHII BHA84

7

FLASH GORCOMBE (GB) (17) 000501 D 6 11-0

Br B g Alqaahir (USA) - Seem of Gold

O Mr Phill Meaden

Paul O’Brien J

Robert Walford, Blandford T

B Mr Phill Meaden Gorcombe Extreme Sports S

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed the promise of his chase debut at the second attempt when winning 6-runner Taunton handicap (2m, heavy) 17 days ago That was a weak race but this one may not be much stronger TFRHHHHI BHA82

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: GOSUATRI (FR) 6 11 9 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 11-10 (Jonjo O’Neill) 5 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 5, 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

Stewards Note:

EN COEUR: Following its run on 21/3/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped right handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Flash Gorcombe (GB), 7-2 Dime Store Cowgirl (GB), 9-2 Obey The Rules (IRE), 11-2 Urabamba (IRE), 10-1 En Coeur (FR), 14-1 Robin des Mana (IRE), 16-1 Forget You Not (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

DIME STORE COWGIRL might have simply been in too deep at Class 2 level last time and this former point winner is taken to bounce straight back now switching to fences. Obey The Rules is largely reliable and may provide the chief threat ahead of recent Taunton scorer Flash Gorcombe

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THE NAF SEASON CLOSE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £1669, 2nd £835, 3rd £417, 4th £209 (Penalty Value £2178.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Nicholls (81 wins from 293 runners, 28%) runs MEATLOAF

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs MEATLOAF

Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2016, 2019 and 2021. The stable runs MEATLOAF today. Longest Traveller: MAD MIKE trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 60 miles.

colours no horse

1 CLASSIC KING (IRE) (65) 34 BF

age st-lb

5 11-2

Br B g Champs Elysees - Hangar Six (IRE) Tom Bellamy J

O Exors of the Late Sarah Davies, & Family Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T

B Lakeview House Stud Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well when third at Hereford on debut and not disgraced at Kempton since. Has had a break and remains with potential.

2 MAD MIKE (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Manorville (IRE) Sean Houlihan J

O The Macaroni Beach Society Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Anne Marie Ryan My Racing Manager S

TIMEFORM VIEW £16,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/smart chaser Us And Them, stays 2 3/4m and modest hurdler Veshenskaya, stays 3 1/4m.

3 MEATLOAF (FR) (64) 125 CD BF

4 11-1

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Jane (GER) Miss Olive Nicholls (7) J

O The Stewart Family,SirA.Ferguson&G.Mason

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B G. Garcon, J. Garcon & I. Garcon Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEWMadewinningstartoverC&DinDecemberandimprovedonthatformwhen1/2-lengthsecondof14inListedcontest at Cheltenham (14f, good to soft, 3/1). Latest run at Newbury was disappointing but he sets a good standard.

4 COASTAL ROCK (FR) (-)

Br Ch g Coastal Path - Adamantina (FR)

O John McGeady Ltd

B S.A.S. Haras Des Rocs

4 10-8

TFRHHHHH BHA-

Jonathan Burke J

Harry Fry, Corscombe T

John McGeady Ltd, Grosvenor Sport S

TIMEFORMVIEW€85,0003-y-o,CoastalPathgelding.Half-brotherto4winners,includingfairlyusefulhurdlerNaturelle

Dam 8.2f winner Cost plenty and yard having another good run with bumper performers.

5 THE TWO HARRYS (IRE) (-)

4 10-8

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Black Rock Lady (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O Mr Harry Redknapp Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn T

B B. & O. Bloodstock All Sport Insurance Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW €75,000 3-y-o, Flemensfirth gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 2 1/4m) Publican. Highly respected on debut.

6 PEARL BEAUTY (GB) (-) 4 10-2

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Br Gr f Pearl Secret - Wilspa’s Magic (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O The Gardens Entertainments Ltd Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B The Gardens Entertainments Ltd Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pearl Secret filly Dam, maiden on Flat, no show in 2 starts over hurdles. Worth a market check first time out.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 4, 5.

TFRHHHII BHA-

2022: RACE ABANDONED

Meatloaf (FR), 7-2 Classic King (IRE), 15-2 Coastal Rock (FR), 8-1 The Two Harrys (IRE), 11-1 Mad Mike (IRE), 12-1 Pearl Beauty (GB)

Probable S.P’s: 11-8

MEATLOAF was a bit underwhelming at Newbury last time but he’s good enough to defy a penalty and now returns to the scene of his debut win, so he’s preferred to newcomers Coastal Rock and The Two Harrys, who both make plenty of appeal on paper

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EIGHTH RACE 5.50

THE NAF SEASON CLOSE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £1669, 2nd £835, 3rd £417, 4th £209 (Penalty Value £2178.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): P Nicholls (81 wins from 293 runners, 28%) runs SOIR DE GALA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs SOIR DE GALA

Longest Traveller: KICKS AND ALE trained by R Rowe, Pulborough, 100 miles.

colours no horse

1 HORACES PEARL (FR) (-)

age st-lb

5 11-2

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Yellow Queen (FR) Connor Brace J

O Matt & Sally Burford Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis, J. Ince et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Authorized gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including useful 11.5f winner in France Yellow Storm. Dam unraced. Noteworthy newcomer

2 KICKS AND ALE (IRE) (686) P1-

Br B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Spice Patrol (IRE)

6 11-2

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Niall Houlihan (3) J

O The Encore Partnership VIII Richard Rowe, Pulborough T

B M. J. Thornhill Southern Cranes & Access Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW23,000gns4-y-o.Half-brothertousefulchaserEnjoyResponsibly,stayed3m,andfair2mhurdlewinnerWildeSapphire.Dam lightly-raced23/4mchasewinner.Successfulonsecondof2startsinIrishpoints,thoughthatwasbackinMay2021.

3 KINTAIL (GB) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 10-8

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Speed Bonnie Boat Nico de Boinville J

O Lady Dulverton Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B H. D. J. Daly Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW £55,000 3-y-o, fifth foal, half-brother to bumper winner Kyntara, stays 3m: dam, 21f hurdle winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stays31/4m)HeadToTheStarsoutofwinninghurdler/usefulchaser(winnerupto31/4m)SailByTheStars.Newcomerfortopyard TFRHHHHH BHA-

4 SOIR DE GALA (FR) (-)

4 10-8

Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Solvalla (FR) Lorcan Williams J

O Mr John P. McManus Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Guy Cherel Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Joshua Tree gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Rebellio and fair hurdler/chaser Solingen.

One for shortlist on debut given connections. Wears tongue strap. TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 SELKIRK GRACE (GB) (100) 0

4 10-2

Br Ch f Cityscape - Jasmeno Jonathan Burke J

O MNC Racing Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Melksham Craic Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORMVIEWCityscapefilly Sisterto7f-11/4mwinnerEscapeTheCityandhalf-sisterto2winners.Dam11/2m-13/4m winner. In contrast to her pedigree, she shaped like a stayer at Ludlow in January. Tongue tie on. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2022:RACE ABANDONED

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4, 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 3.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Kintail (GB), 9-4 Soir de Gala (FR), 10-3 Horaces Pearl (FR), 12-1 Kicks And Ale (IRE), Selkirk Grace (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A small field but KINTAIL, Soir de Gala and Horaces Pearl are a trio of interesting newcomers representing top stables, preferred in that order without the benefit of market clues.

Abandoned Racing

In the event of abandonment before the conclusion of the first race, racegoers will receive a full refund If racing is abandoned between the first and third races, 50% will be refunded Thereafter no refunds will be made Applications must be made in writing to the Racecourse Office within 14 days of the race meeting and must be accompanied by the paper admission ticket No refunds will be available on the day of racing If racing is abandoned prior to the raceday, or before gates open, all pre-booked tickets that have been paid for in advance will automatically be refunded in full

Alcohol

Please would racegoers kindly note that the bringing of your own alcoholic drink into the Racecourse is strictly prohibited. For your own enjoyment of racing at Wincanton and to avoid disappointment please observe this restriction.

Behaviour and Dress Code

The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission to all Enclosures or to eject any person from the racecourse When patrons are refused or ejected from the racecourse they will not be entitled to a refund

When leaving the Racecourse please be considerate of our neighbours and do so in a responsible manner.

Dogs

Racegoers are reminded that dogs are not permitted within the Premier and Grandstand Enclosures or within the Centre of the Course. Dogs in the Course Enclosure must be kept on a lead at all times.

Emergency Evacuation

Whilst we always endeavour to take appropriate steps to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment, an incident may occur which is beyond our control and it is, therefore, important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency We employ Safety Officials whose job it is to ensure your safety In the event of a situation which requires a partial or full evacuation of the Stands, announcements will be broadcast and the Officials will undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions Please take your belongings with you and proceed out of the enclosure quickly and quietly under their guidance The evacuation procedures have been carefully planned to lead you to a safe area It may give you peace of mind if you pre-plan and agree a meeting place with your party, just in case you become separated If we are unable to re-occupy the Stands for any reason, you will be advised immediately, and, if it is considered safe to do so, you will be invited to return to your car or coach. These are precautionary arrangements which we trust will not be required However, in the event of an emergency please remember; Take your belongings with you and under direction of the officials proceed quickly and quietly to the safe area then to your agreed rendezvous point or to your car or coach.

Health and Safety Notice

The Racecourse would be grateful if you would observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst you are at Wincanton Racecourse. The emergency exits from the bars onto the grandstand steppings are painted yellow and we would request that you do not stop whilst in this area We would also request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing ramp and that parents keep a close eye on all children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and getting on to the actual racecourse. We would also like to remind racegoers that the first aid room is located adjacent to the weighing room

Racehorse & Jockey Welfare

The welfare of the sport’s equine and human participants is paramount to British Horseracing. All racehorses competing in Britain are stabled at the premises of trainers who are licensed by The British Horseracing Authority. The standards demanded by The BHA of licensed racehorse trainers far exceed those prescribed by animal welfare legislation. The British Horseracing Authority similarly licenses every racecourse, setting high standards for the racing surface and all parts of the course used by competitors, both human and equine. BHA Officials ensure that racecourses delivers these standards In addition Wincanton Racecourse employs three veterinary surgeons, whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse. In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the racecourse’s veterinary team Qualified paramedics and doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving treatment. This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment. If necessary, horses and riders will be transported from the course to receive further treatment at the nearest equine hospital or Accident & Emergency hospital

Crossing the Course

The centre of the course viewing is available to all Premier enclosure ticket holders. Please note you must stay within the designated area and access will not be allowed from the time horses are on the course until all horses have left the course The only exception to this will be for owners and trainers with runners on the day and racecourse officials

Photography

Racegoers may take photographs for private use within the areas normally open to the public. Flash photography is not permitted.

Prize Money

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £327,629 in rate card and incremental prize money at this racecourse from January to April 2023

In-Running Betting

Please note that in-running betting is not allowed in any public areas of Wincanton Racecourse. As expressly permitted by the Wincanton Racecourse Special Conditions, attendees may not use mobile telephones, laptop computers or any other communications device whilst on the Racecourse to communicate with anyone outside the Racecourse for the purpose of or in connection with any betting. Any racegoer found to be in breach of this rule will be removed from the Racecourse.

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.50 - THE MCCREERY MILITARY FORCES AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (for Military Amateur Jockeys) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5960 to the winning horse The second to receive £2982, the third £1489, the fourth £746 and the fifth £372 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 8th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. To be ridden by past or present members of the Armed Forces or Reserve Forces of any country Riders available For support attracting riders, contact Clerk of the Course Daniel Cooper being Amateur Jockeys Wincanton has generously sponsored the best turned out prize, which will be transferred to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse 9 entries at £60 - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5180; Second £2591; Third £1295; Fourth £648; Fifth £324.

(Penalty Value £5960.40)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £5000

Second Race 2.25 - THE EASTBURY HOTEL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) 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 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 8th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 30 entries, 0 at £15 and 30 at £75. - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE EASTBURY HOTEL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 16 entries at £37. - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.35 - THE EASTBURY HOTEL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse

Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form

The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 15 entries at £37. - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.10 - THE ROYAL BATH AND WEST SHOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5809 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 8th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 13 entries at £55. - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277 (Penalty Value £5809.10)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.45 - THE DOT TOLSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4488 to the winning horse

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2231, 2nd £1116, 3rd £558. (Penalty Value £2566.50)

The second to receive £2065, the third £1032, the fourth £516 and the fifth £257. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 8th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 9 entries at £42. - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3433; Second £1716; Third £859; Fourth £429; Fifth £214. (Penalty Value £4488.85) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.20 - THE NAF SEASON CLOSE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2178 to the winning horse The second to receive £1003, the third £501 and the fourth £251. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race ELIMINATION

PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 15 entries at £20 - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209. (Penalty Value £2178.40)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 5.50 - THE NAF SEASON CLOSE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2178 to the winning horse The second to receive £1003, the third £501 and the fourth £251. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 15 entries at £20 - Closed April 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1669; Second £835; Third £417; Fourth £209. (Penalty Value £2178.40)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.