Wincanton Racecard - Saturday 6th January

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Raceday Preview 12:20pm - A small field for the opener but there still could be plenty of early pace with two or three horses likely to be prominent in the early stages. Hereos De Romay won’t mind the going and has not done much wrong for Kim Bailey so far. He steps up in trip today. Lord Of Thunder found the Grade 2 race at Chepstow last year a bit too classy for him but won here at Wincanton in impressive fashion last time out. It may well be a battle on testing ground but Lord Of Thunder has plenty of stamina and good recent course form to overcome his rivals today.

12:55pm - Majestic Jameela was an easy winner of her maiden at Leicester on heavy ground in November. In her last outing she was no match for Wodhooh at Newbury in a Listed fillies’ juvenile hurdle but still ran a respectable 4th that day. The horse who finished 5th at Newbury has won since. Today Majestic Jameela gets the 4-year-old fillies weight allowance and looks a danger on testing ground in a race where many have question marks over them. Fresh Kiss looks an interesting recruit for Jamie Snowdon and is worth a market check on British debut.

1.30pm - Prince Quali probably needed the run last time out here over hurdles and can’t be discounted now running over fences off a mark of 114. He does look an interesting runner for Robert Walford. Magic Saint is probably the most talented of these horses but he has not been straight forward. He gets testing ground today and it’s his first run since the summer, but he may be worth another go now off a mark of 125 (this time last year he was running off 140+).

2.05pm - Daany showed some decent form here at Wincanton when finishing 2nd in a Class 5 handicap hurdle in November. It was not a bad follow up run last time out at Exeter finishing 4th of 16 runners. He looks like a horse who could be improving, and a chance is taken on the bottom weight. Feach Amach is another horse to look out for.

The former Irish trained flat horse got off to winning ways at big odds in his last run at Sedgefield and looks to have now taken a liking to his new jumps career.

2.40pm - Georges Saint will be suited by the ground conditions and was an impressive 12 length winner at Fakenham on heavy ground before Christmas. He looks the one to beat in this line up. Huelgoat was disappointing last time out but if you are willing to forgive the one bad run, then he does have big claims here. It’s possible he might be better over this shorter trip, and he does like it here at Wincanton.

3.15pm - Individualiste was an easy winner at Taunton last time out. The first-time pieces seemed to do the trick that day and are being used again here today. Intimate should handle the ground conditions and looks to be improving. He ran into a good one at Fontwell in his seasonal reappearance when beaten by Classic Lord and gave a good account of himself finishing a close 3rd last time out at Uttoxeter.

3.50pm - Percy Veering is going for four handicap wins in a row. He now runs off a mark of 100 which is 19 lbs higher up the weights since his win a Warwick in November.

It looks likely that he will make the running again here. Caeruleum is much better off at the weights today and could well reverse the Exeter result which saw him finish behind Percy Veering. However, slight preference is that Kim Bailey’s gelding can stay ahead of the handicapper and make it 4 in a row.

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1 BINOCULAR (FR) (54)

B g Enrique - Bleu Ciel Et Blanc (FR) J A. P. McMcoy T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn O Mr John. P. McManus B Elie Lellouche S Where Applicable

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TFRHHHHH BHA166 FORM 114-321 D

8 11-10 TIMEFORM VIEW Took Champion Hurdle in 2010, and

back on track after a sticky start to season when beating Rock On Ruby in Christmas Hurdle last time.

26Dec11Kmp 15f Hdl 26Nov11Nwc 15.5f Hdl 6May11 Pun 16f Hdl

gd-sf 1/5 Rock On Ruby (IRE) gd-sf 2/5 Overturn (IRE) good 3/6 Hurricane Fly (IRE)

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FIRST RACE

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12.20

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7750 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3234, 2nd £1617, 3rd £808, 4th £405.

(Penalty Value £4220.64)

J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Nicholls (79 wins from 280 runners, 28%) runs PADDY DE POLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (8 wins from 15 runners, 53%) runs CASUAL OBSERVER LONGEST TRAVELLER: HEROS DE ROMAY trained by K Bailey, Cheltenham, 73 miles.

colours no

O Owner B Breeder

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2m 5f 82y

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age

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HEROS DE ROMAY (FR) (59) 12-1

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11-7

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LORD OF THUNDER (IRE) (18) 23-P21 C

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THEYSEEKHIMTHERE (IRE) (28) 0-10

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11-7

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CASUAL OBSERVER (IRE) (30) 2-4

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11-0

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PADDY DE POLE (IRE) (28) UF541-3

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11-0

Br B g My Risk (FR) - Miss du Seuil (FR) David Bass J O Lady Dulverton Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T B G. Gordat, O. Gordat & F. Dussably Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWell-bredbumperwinnerwhoshowedagoodattitudetomakeasuccessfulhurdlingdebutatChepstowinNovember.

Had a hard race but has been giventimeto recoverand should put up anotherbold showing.

TFRHHHHI BHABr Br g Getaway (GER) - Harbour Mistress (IRE) Brendan Powell J O P & L Account Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T B Parkville Stud Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWImproving son ofGetawaywho got offthe mark in fine style in 9-runnernovice hurdle here (19.8f, heavy) 18 days ago. Looks a smart prospect and holds leading claims.

TFRHHHHH BHA120 Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Wild Spell (IRE) James Bowen J O BadJams 5 Syndicate Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T B Anita Acheson & Liam Cosgrave 1Account Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWHad awind op before 125/1-winneron hurdles debut at Lingfield (19.5f) in November. Onlyeighth in similar event at Chepstow since but may have found that run coming too quickly so not written off.

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Br B g Pillar Coral - Oulart Star (IRE) Paul O’Brien J O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Casual Ob Harry Derham, Newbury T B Paddy Fortune & Anna McCarthy Olive Print & Graphics S TIMEFORMVIEWPoints runner-up but (2/1) he only finished fourth of 5 in bumper at Market Rasen on NH debut 30 days ago.

Stepped up in trip for his hurdles debut and remains with potential.

TFRHHHII BHABr B g Alkaadhem - Squirrel Wood (IRE) Harry Cobden J O Mick Fitzgerald Racing Syndicate 2 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B T. A. Keating Morson Group S TIMEFORMVIEWAlkaadhem gelding. Winning Irish pointerwho shaped as ifbetter forthe run when third of 9 in novice hurdle at Chepstow (23.6f, heavy) on NH debut 28 days ago, not knocked about. Can build on it.

TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 5

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Lord of Thunder (IRE), 5-2 Heros de Romay (FR), 9-2 Paddy de Pole (IRE), 17-2 Casual Observer (IRE), 12-1 Theyseekhimthere (IRE) A few of these offer potential but there was a lot to like about LORD OF THUNDER’s recent success here so he looks the way to go before tackling better things. Kim Bailey’s likeable Chepstow scorer Heros de Romay should ensure Joe Tizzard’s improving son of PLAY SMARTER Getaway doesn’t have things all his own way though, while Paddy de Pole can also take a step forward and needs factoring in too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LORD OF THUNDER (IRE) 2.HEROS DE ROMAY (FR) 3.PADDY DE POLE (IRE)

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SECOND RACE

12.55

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £7750 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3234, 2nd £1617, 3rd £808, 4th £405.

(Penalty Value £4220.64)

J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Lavelle (14 wins from 75 runners, 19%) runs BETHPAGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs JAMAICAINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAJESTIC JAMEELA trained

by S Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard, 136 miles.

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st-lb

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BETHPAGE (IRE) (53) 66-6

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BLUE MOON SERENADE (GB) (26) 0-3

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FRESH KISS (FR) (200)

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FRIARS ISLAND LADY (IRE) (72) 4P23-1P

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11-2

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JAMAICAINE (FR) (23) 23-0

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11-2

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MAIRIS ICON (GB) (18) 05-3344

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11-2

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SAMMY’S GUARANTEE (GB) (24) 2-060

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11-2

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MAJESTIC JAMEELA (GB) (36) 232314

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Br B m Getaway (GER) - Princess Knapping (IRE) Tom Bellamy J O Bonita Racing Club Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T B Liam O’Regan Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEWSome encouragementwhen mid-field in a pairofbumpers and, after7 months off, shaped as iflikelyto come on for the run when sixth of10 in mares novice at Huntingdon on hurdles debut in November. Opento improvement. TFRHHHII BHABr B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Asola Blue (FR) R J NE O Ann & Tony Gale Ben Clarke, Beaminster T N RU B Yorton Farm Stud Tote S NNinOa bumper, showed much more after 9 months off (in first-time tongue strap) TIMEFORM VIEW Having finished well held when third of13 in mares novice at Lingfield on her hurdles bow 26 days ago. Respected. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII IIIII BHA BHA-Br B m Zarak (FR) - Fresh Laurels (IRE) Brendan Powell J O The Folly Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T B Team Hogdala A.B. BetVictor S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyuseful performeron Flat in France (stays 12.5f) forChristopherHead,winning 4times. Off6 months but she’s one to note as she makes her stable/hurdling debut.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Courtesan (FR) Shane Quinlan (3) J O Friars Island Lady Partnership Sam Thomas, Cardiff T B Paul Gibbons Fitzdares Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulattheeighthtimeofaskinginIrishpoints.However,withatonguestrapappliedshewaspulledupatLudlow (21.2f) on herhurdling debut in October. Needsto leave herlatest effort behind dropped intrip (has had awind op). TFRHHIII BHABr Gr m Martinborough (JPN) - Desideria (FR) Richie McLernon J O Mr John P. McManus Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Guy Cherel TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up only start in French bumpers and offered something to work on when third in mares novice hurdle at Sedgefield (19.9f) in Februarylastyear. Neveronterms making herreturn from 10 months offatTaunton in December. TFRHHIII BHA-

Br B or Br m Sixties Icon - Alder Mairi (IRE) Micheal Nolan J O Mr F. G. Matthews Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B F. G. Matthews We Do Vans S TIMEFORM VIEW Having been brought along steadily over hurdles, she produced her best effort yet when fourth of 11 at this course (19.8f) on handicap debut 18 days ago. Can give her running again back down in distance. TFRHHHII BHA92 Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Dont Tell Val Stan Sheppard J O Mr David Kellett Tom Lacey, Woolhope T B Mr John Benfield Plusbac S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upsoleoutinginpointbumpersandhasshownsignsofabilityinatrioofstartsoverhurdles,finishing with some running left at Exeter on her latest outing. Remains capable ofbetter having had a wind op.

TFRHHIII BHABr B f Postponed (IRE) - Aviacion (BRZ) Ciaran Gethings J O The Danum Partnership Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T B Godolphin Science Supplements S TIMEFORMVIEWModest form on Flat and offthe mark atthe fifth attempt overhurdleswhen landingthe odds at Leicesterin November.

Not discreditedwhen fourth in Listed juvenile event at Newburylasttime and she could bethereabouts once more. TFRHHHHI BHA97

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4, 7.

Stewards Note: SAMMY’S GUARANTEE: Following its run on 13/12/2023 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Fresh Kiss (FR), 3-1 Majestic Jameela (GB), 5-1 Bethpage (IRE), 8-1 Mairis Icon (GB), 16-1 Friars Island Lady (IRE), Sammy’s Guarantee (GB), 25-1 Jamaicaine (FR) A four-time winner from 11 starts on the Flat, FRESH KISS is an interesting recruit from France and she could be up to making a winning hurdles debut for Jamie Snowden.

PLAY SMARTER Majestic Jameela can give another good account.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FRESH KISS (FR) 2.MAJESTIC JAMEELA 3.BETHPAGE (IRE)

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1.30

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630.

(Penalty Value £13202.50) J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Nicholls (79 wins from 280 runners, 28%) runs MAGIC SAINT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (7 wins from 47 runners, 22%) runs MAGIC SAINT LONGEST TRAVELLER: FAST BUCK trained by J Williams, South Molton, 112 miles.

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O Owner B Breeder

S Sponsor Br Breeding

1m 7f 149y

horse

age

st-lb

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MAGIC SAINT (FR) (206) 210-42P CD

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12-0

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MR GREY SKY (IRE) (17) 640-11P D

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11-12

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FAST BUCK (FR) (29) 22P-535 D

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11-11

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PRINCE QUALI (FR) (25) P2115/-5

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11-3

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ARTEMIS KIMBO (GB) (24) 132-U31 D

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11-0

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FAKIR (FR) (22) 534P-25 D

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10-4

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Magic Poline (FR) Harry Cobden J O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B S.C.E.A. Des Prairies et al TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in hunters here (20.2f) in March before finding his stamina stretched at Aintree (21.1f). Seemed amiss back in open companyat NewtonAbbotwhen last seen inJune butworth anotherchance offatempting mark. TFRHHHHH BHA125

Br Gr g Fame And Glory - Lakil Princess (IRE) David Bass J O Mr P. J. Andrews Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T B Minch Bloodstock Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Won on second attempt over fences at Huntingdon on return and followed up at 19 days later at Chepstow (16f, soft), though perhaps ratherfortunategiventhefavourite’sfall.Ranamodestraceinhishat-trickbidatNewbury17daysagoandheadgearnowapplied. TFRHHHII BHA123 Br Br g Kendargent (FR) - Juvenil Delinquent (USA) Lorcan Williams J O KnightRiders III Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T B Mr Hubert Honore & Mr Tomas Schweizer Culverhill Farm Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWJust the one win from 14 starts over fences and has been unable to fire last 4 outings.

TFRHHHII BHA122

Br B g Prince Gibraltar (FR) - Qualita (GER) Harry Kimber (3) J O Mrs C Hinks & Lewis Nettley Racing Robert Walford, Blandford T B Jean Pierre Joseph Dubois & Nicole Malat Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWFairchaserinFrance,winningamateurridersminoreventatAuteuilin2021/22.MissedlastseasonandleftDavidCottinfor€10,000 inFebruary. Neededtherun onfirst outing for20 months inhandicap hurdle here 25 days ago.This shouldrevealmore.

TFRHHHII BHA114 Br B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Early Dawne R J NE O Stuart & Shelly Parkin Dan Skelton, Alcester T N -RU B RBR Bloodstock & Little Lodge Farm Ladbrokes, ON The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairwinning novice hurdlerN last season who capitalised on simple task to open chase account at third attempt at Leicester (15.9f) last month, making all and overcoming mistakes.This more competitive but remains unexposed. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII IIIII BHA111 BHA111 Br B g Day Flight - Lazary (FR) Bradley Harris (5) J O Avon Racing Limited Anthony Charlton, Warminster T B S.C. Couetil Elevage TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 3-runner handicap chase at Fontwell early last season. Mixed bag since, unable to build on reappearance second at Sedgefield (21f, soft)when remote fifth at Bangor22 days ago. Down intrip. Cheekpieces on 1sttime. TFRHHHII BHA101 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: NOT AVAILABLE (IRE) 8 11 2 Tom Bellamy 7-2 (Matt Sheppard) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 6. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note: MAGIC SAINT: Following its run on 14/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

MR GREY SKY: Following its run on 20/12/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Magic Saint (FR), 5-1 Mr Grey Sky (IRE), Fast Buck (FR), 13-2 Fakir (FR), 10-1 Prince Quali (FR) MAGIC SAINT had been running well in hunters before seeming amiss back in a handicap at Newton Abbot in June and is worth another chance back from a break

PLAY SMARTER off what remains a tempting mark. Mr Grey Sky is feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MAGIC SAINT (FR) 2.MR GREY SKY (IRE) 3.FAKIR (FR) 12

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J Jockey T Trainer

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): G L Moore (10 wins from 59 runners, 17%) runs ANGEL’S DREAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (8 wins from 15 runners, 53%) runs FOUROFAKIND LONGEST TRAVELLER: ONE LAST GLANCE trained by T R Gretton, Inkberrow, 111 miles.

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horse

age

st-lb

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WESTERN SOLDIER (GER) (18) 316P

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12-0

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FOUROFAKIND (IRE) (41) 3105-P0

5

11-13

3

MINI YEATS (IRE) (18) 53P/44-5

7

11-10

4

ANGEL’S DREAM (FR) (19) 33-1004

6

11-6

5

CLINTON LANE (GB) (37) 6P-P350

6

11-3

6

STAREVITCH (FR) (310) 13//5504-

8

11-2

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ONE LAST GLANCE (GB) (46) 34225/-2

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MAROOCHI (GB) (16) 4P3530

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Br B g Soldier Hollow - Wamika (GER) Harry Reed J O Kenyon, Allen and Romans Anthony Charlton, Warminster T B Gestut Park Wiedingen TIMEFORMVIEW Useful on the Flat in Germany and struck at the second time of asking over hurdles in a Plumpton novice in October. Unable to deliverwhen switched to handicaps the last twice, though.

TFRHHHII BHA103 Br B or Br g Make Believe - In The House (IRE) Paul O’Brien J O Cleeks Racing Syndicate Harry Derham, Newbury T B Mr Kahlil DeBurca & Nawara Stud Ltd. OLBG S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyuseful form onthe Flat in Ireland and made itthirdtime luckyinthis sphere at Haydock last spring.

Has not built on this feat in handicap company since and now finds himselfwith a bit to prove.

TFRHHHII BHA102

Br Br or Gr g Yeats (IRE) - Rocapella Sean Houlihan J O Mitchell Hunt Racing Club Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater T B Conor Hickey GMR Couriers Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWHasmadetheframeonseveraloccasionsinmaiden,noviceandhandicapcompany,anddidn’tshapebadlywhenfifthinabig-fieldC&D contest(heavy)backfroma13-monthabsence.Still,improvementwillbeneededifhe’stoopenhisaccountattheeighthattempt. TFRHHIII BHA99 Br B g Martillo (GER) - My Angel (FR) Caoilin Quinn (3) J O Five Star Racing Group Gary Moore, Horsham T B Mrs Vanessa Frison K M Elite Products Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMuch-improved onthird hurdles startwhen landing a 2m Plumpton maiden (goodto firm) last May. Safelyheld next 2 starts but back on trackwhenfourthof10inahandicapbackattheaforementionedtrack19daysagoandshouldgowellifcopingwithconditionshere. TFRHHHII BHA95 Br Ch g Linda’s Lad - Midnight Seranade (IRE) Fergus Gillard J O Mr T. J. C. Seegar Mark Gillard, Sherborne T B Whitegate Stud Ascot Park Polo Club S TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to take a sizeable step forward when third in an 8-runner C&D maiden in October but his handicap debut display at Lingfield last time was modest.

TFRHHIII BHA92

Br B g Sinndar (IRE) - Folie Star Gate (FR) Will Featherstone (10) J O Jamie Snowden Racing Club Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T B S.A.R.L. Haras de La Faisanderie BetVictor S TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwhoshapedwithsomepromiseonfirst2startsinnovicehurdlesafteralongabsence.Wellheldonfirmgroundat Newburynexttime priorto amodest chasedebut atLudlowbut 5lblowerrevertingto hurdles here andhe’s notdiscounted. TFRHHHHI BHA91 Br B g Passing Glance - Lillie Lou Beau Morgan (5) J O Fred Camis, Ray Fielder & Mel Clarke Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T B Ray Fielder & Fred Camis JMC Surfacing Contractors, Treehouse Sporting Colours S TIMEFORMVIEWFairmaidenhurdlerwhoprovedheretainsallhisabilityonthebackofa20-monthabsencewhenhittingthecrossbarinhandicap at Lingfield (2m, goodto soft). Likelyto be inthe mix, provided he is ableto at least matchthat level ofform here.

TFRHHHII BHA90 Br B m Presenting - Makadamia Tom Bellamy J O Whitcombe Racing Club Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T B Upton Viva Stud TIMEFORMVIEWShedmaidentagwhendeadheatingatNewtonAbbot(21.5f,goodtosoft)inSeptember2022.Placedonacoupleofoccasionssince,including whenthirdoff4lbhigheratPlumptononpenultimatestart,butsheneedstobouncebackfromamodesteffortatExeterrecently.

TFRHHIII BHA84

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Br Ch f Fracas (IRE) - East of Tara (IRE) Lorcan Murtagh J O Molly and Paul Willis Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T B J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat forJim Bolger and improved plenty on opening hurdles exploits when landing 8-runner Sedgefield juvenile (16.8f, heavy) in November. 4-y-o allowancewill be an asset nowpitched into a handicap and she’s a keyplayer. TFRHHHHH BHA93

10 DAANY (IRE) (24) 60-P624

Br B g Pivotal - Ejadah (IRE) Micheal Nolan J O Duckhaven D Kenealy W Sprigg M Sprigg Joe Tickle, Tiverton T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner on the Flat and posted his best effort yet in this sphere when runner-up in a soft-ground C&D handicap in November. Wasn’t disgraced at Exeternext time but he didn’t look entirely straightforward.

TFRHHHII BHA78

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: FORCE DE FRAP (FR) 8 10 12 Harrison Beswick 13-2 (Emma-Jane Bishop) 17 ran Hood worn by No. 1, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: WESTERN SOLDIER: Following its run on 19/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

FOUROFAKIND: Following its run on 26/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Fourofakind (IRE), 9-2 Feach Amach (IRE), 7-1 One Last Glance (GB), 8-1 Daany (IRE), 9-1 Angel’s Dream (FR), 11-1 Western Soldier (GER), 12-1 Mini Yeats (IRE), 14-1 Starevitch (FR), 20-1 Clinton Lane (GB), 22-1 Maroochi (GB) FEACH AMACH was arguably a shade fortunate when opening her account at Sedgefield but that still represented a significant step forward and she is taken to follow up on this handicap debut. She may have most to fear from Starevitch, who needs to get back on PLAY SMARTER track now reverting to hurdles but it’s entirely possible that he will do just that off this reduced mark. Angel’s Dream and One Last Glance are others to consider.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FEACH AMACH (IRE) 2.STAREVITCH (FR) 3.ANGEL’S DREAM (FR)

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THE VIRGIN BET BEST ODDS DAILY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

2.40

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £26000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10501, 2nd £5249, 3rd £2626, 4th £1313, 5th £655.

(Penalty Value £13730.60)

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Nicholls (79 wins from 280 runners, 28%) runs HUELGOAT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 37 runners, 22%) runs GO STEADY LONGEST TRAVELLER: ICONIC MUDDLE trained by G L Moore, Horsham, 102 miles.

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HUELGOAT (FR) (29) 24-2410 CD

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11-13

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HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (24) 21PF-P3 C D

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11-7

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GEORGES SAINT (FR) (18) 235-411 D

8

11-7

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DIBBLE DECKER (IRE) (56) 25115-0 D

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GO STEADY (GB) (22) 612-024 D

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ICONIC MUDDLE (GB) (257) 15/2534-

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JACAMAR (GER) (11) 54-0062 C D

9

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Br B g Voiladenuo (FR) - Cavadee (FR) Freddie Gingell (5) J O Owners Group 080 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B Jean-Bernard Chapalain Owners Group S TIMEFORMVIEWFour-timewinneroverfencesduringfirsthalfoflastseasonandimpressedwithhisstrengthatthefinishinawell-runracetogoinagain overthisC&DinNovember.Demanding3mprobablynothisbagatSandownlasttimeandbettershowinganticipated.

TFRHHHHI BHA129 Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fleur d’Ajonc (FR) David Noonan J O Jonny Allison and Patrick Waldron Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T B M. Besnouin & M. Feuillet-Besnouin Culverhill Farm Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWWon 4times overhurdles in 2021/22 and came good atthe fifthtime ofasking overfences in handicap at Hereford last January. Has been unable to complete on 3 of his 4 subsequent starts.

TFRHHIII BHA123

Br Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Une Deux Trois (FR) Charlie Deutsch J O Mrs Robert Watson Venetia Williams, Hereford T B Mr A. Domenjoud & Haras de Saint Voir Faucets Limited S TIMEFORM VIEWDrew a blank over hurdles for current connections but was a winning chaser in France and made it 2-3 over fences onthese shores whenscoring ingood style atFakenham (21.2f, heavy) recently. 7lb risetolerableandwill betheonetobeatiftaking hischance. TFRHHHHH BHA123 Br B g Jet Away - Bella Minna (IRE) Stan Sheppard J O valueracingclub.co.uk Tom Lacey, Woolhope T B Mrs Patricia A. Byrne Plusbac S TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of handicap chases at Huntingdon last season but finished down the field in the C&D race won by Huelgoat in November. Tongue strap applied.

TFRHHIII BHA123

Br B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Pyleigh Lady Tristan Durrell (3) J O Popham, Rogers Dan Skelton, Alcester T B Mrs H. Pudd Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner in handicap chases last season and arrives here having been far from discredited when fourth in veterans’ company at Cheltenham (20.6f, good to soft). Now 3lb lower.

TFRHHHII BHA121 Br Gr g Sixties Icon - Spatham Rose Caoilin Quinn (3) J O Mrs C. S. Muddle Gary Moore, Horsham T B Saloop Ltd K M Elite Products Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWRelativelylow-mileage11-y-owhowasagoodsecondatKemptonbackfrom14monthsofflastFebruary.Signedthatcampaign offwith a modest effort atthe same course but now1lb belowlastwinning mark and he’s dangerousto discount.

TFRHHHII BHA120 Br B g Maxios - Juvena (GER) Bradley Harris (5) J O Mark & Maria Adams Anthony Charlton, Warminster T B J. Imm TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalisedondropingradewhenlanding9-runnerhandicapchaseatLeicesterlastFebruary.ModestsincebutlatestC&Dsecond represented a step back inthe right direction and he’s a keyplayeroffthe same markwith cheekpieces refitted.

TFRHHHHI BHA118

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 7.

Stewards Note: HUELGOAT: Following its run on 8/12/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Georges Saint (FR), 4-1 Huelgoat (FR), 11-2 Jacamar (GER), 6-1 Iconic Muddle (GB), 13-2 Go Steady (GB), 12-1 Dibble Decker (IRE), 16-1 Honneur d’Ajonc (FR) 18

GEORGES SAINT looks the one to beat and this engagement is his first preference.Having found 3m too much of a test at Sandown last month, Huelgoat is of strong interest back at

PLAY SMARTER the scene of his latest success in November. Jacamar and Iconic Muddle are not discounted.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GEORGES SAINT (FR) 2.HUELGOAT (FR) 3.JACAMAR (GER)

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THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

3.15

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(Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Nicholls (79 wins from 280 runners, 28%) runs INDIVIDUALISTE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 50 runners, 16%) runs INDIVIDUALISTE LONGEST TRAVELLER: INTIMATE trained by V Williams, Hereford, 87 miles.

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BUMPY JOHNSON (IRE) (23) 1421-60

8

12-0

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DON’T RIGHTLY KNOW (GB) (25) 1/0/2/-12 BF 9

11-11

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ASTRONOMIC VIEW (GB) (22) 0/3-5322

7

11-9

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INDIVIDUALISTE (FR) (7) 51/-4531

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INTIMATE (FR) (15) 62/00-23

6

11-4

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HASTY PARISIAN (IRE) (16) 43-32F5

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RARE CLOUDS (GB) (43) S44-233

10 10-12

Br Ch g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Country Flora Jack Tudor J O Brocade Racing David Pipe, Wellington T B Sean Leahy W & S Recycling S TIMEFORM VIEW Won pair of 2 1/2m Ffos Las handicap hurdles in a productive 2022/3 campaign. Very much one to consider back in this sphere following a couple of inauspicious displays over fences.

TFRHHHII BHA120 Br Ch m Malinas (GER) - Thebelloftheball Miss Chloe Emsley (7) J O Mr J. P. Selby Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary T B J. P. Selby TIMEFORMVIEWDefiedalongabsencewhenreadilygettingoffthemarkinanExeternoviceinNovember.Backedthatupwhencollaredclosehome overthis C&Dnexttime and she’s notwithouthope nowhandicapping, forallthatthisassignmentdemands improvement. TFRHHHII BHA117

Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Winter Scene (IRE) Lucy Gardner J O Mr D. V. Gardner Susan Gardner, Longdown T B Mrs C. L. Alers-Hankey Woodhayes Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Exeter bumper winner who has shown fair form in a light hurdle career, hitting the crossbar switched to handicaps back at Exeter (18.5f) and Bangor (23f) the last twice. Has to enter calculations.

TFRHHHII BHA115

Br Ro g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Intellingencia (FR) Freddie Gingell (5) J O Daley & Hobbs Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B S.A.R.L. European Bloodstock Management Morson Group S TIMEFORMVIEWFairontheFlatinFranceandappearedtoimproveforthefittingofcheekpieceswhenboltingupatTaunton(19f,goodtosoft)lastweekend.

Severalofhismainrivalsseeminglyunderperformedonthatoccasionbuthe’sstilllightly-racedandiseffectivelyjust4lbhigherhere. TFRHHHHI BHA113 Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Quandaly (FR) Charlie Deutsch J O Mrs E. Ball Venetia Williams, Hereford T B S.C. Couetil Elevage Faucets Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedinabumperinFranceandhaslefthislow-keyhurdlesdebutbehindsinceundergoingawindop,finishingaclose third uppedto 2 1/2m at Uttoxeter(heavy) recently. Mark forthis handicap debut looks fairand bold showlikely. TFRHHHHH BHA110 Br Ch g Champs Elysees - Va’vite (IRE) Harry Reed J O The Hasty Parisian Partnership Anthony Charlton, Warminster T B Mrs D. Dewbery & Mrs B. Woodcock TIMEFORMVIEWConsistentsortwhowasintheprocessofrunninghisusualcreditableracebackfrom4monthsoffwhendeparting 2 out at NewtonAbbot (21.6f, heavy) in October. However, his subsequent Exeterdisplaywas modest.

TFRHHIII BHA106

Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Rare Vintage (IRE) James Best J O Rupert Martin Simon Earle, Warminster T B Wood Farm Stud Lillycombe Sporting Club Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Sole win came at Southwell in May 2022 and has made the frame on each completed outing since, excellent third of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (19.4f, soft) last time. Not without hope.

TFRHHHII BHA104

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 6.

Stewards Note: BUMPY JOHNSON: Following its run on 14/12/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Individualiste (FR), 4-1 Intimate (FR), 11-2 Astronomic View (GB), 8-1 Don’t Rightly Know (GB), 10-1 Bumpy Johnson (IRE), 12-1 Rare Clouds (GB), 18-1 Hasty Parisian (IRE)

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Cases can be made for the majority of these with INTIMATE shading preference ahead of facile Taunton winner Individualiste. The selection appears to be going the right way judged on his close third at Uttoxeter and there could be better to come PLAY SMARTER now that he ventures down the handicap route. Bumpy Johnson is on a winning mark back in this sphere and is best of the rest.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INTIMATE (FR) 2.INDIVIDUALISTE (FR) 3.BUMPY JOHNSON (IRE)

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THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

SEVENTH RACE

3.50

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202.

(Penalty Value £4224.80)

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Walford (10 wins from 81 runners, 12%) runs CAERULEUM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Tizzard (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs SEYMOUR PROMISE LONGEST TRAVELLER: GALWAY MAHLER trained by K Jewell, Sittingbourne, 162 miles.

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S Sponsor Br Breeding

3m 1f 30y

horse

age

st-lb

1

PERCY VEERING (GB) (24) UP2-111 D

7

12-0

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HASTON CLERMONT (FR) (26) 4555-61

7

11-10

3

CAERULEUM (GB) (24) 506-62 BF

6

11-4

4

GALWAY MAHLER (IRE) (26) P0P-PP3

7

10-9

5

HILLTOWN (IRE) (26) 44303P D

6

10-4

6

SEYMOUR PROMISE (IRE) (24) 52P00P

8

10-4

Br Ch g Sir Percy - Saltpetre (IRE) Ciaran Gethings J O The Percy Vera’s Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T B Chasemore Farm Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedthisseasonafterabreathingoperation,winningall3startsinhandicapchases,includingatExeter(24.2f,heavy) 24 days ago by4 1/4 lengths from Caeruleum. 5lbworse offwith runner-up here but solid claims nonetheless.

TFRHHHHI BHA100

Br B g Coastal Path - Magie Brune (FR) Jonathan Burke J O Burkes & Syders Noel Williams, Blewbury T B S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Noel Williams Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Was unable to match bumper promise in 3 novice hurdles last season but left chase/handicap bow well behind when winning at Lingfield(23.5f,goodtosoft)onsecondstartback26daysago,suitedbyincreaseintrip.Shouldhavemoretoofferinthissphere. TFRHHHHI BHA96 Br Br g Millenary - Queen of The Blues (IRE) Bryan Carver J O Buckingham, Chapman, Langford & Ritzema Robert Walford, Blandford T B T. C. Dawson Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWWellheldinnovicehurdlesbutshowedsomeimprovementonhandicapbowwhensixthhereonreturnandevenbetterswitchedtofencesforthefirst timewhen41/4lengthssecondtoPercyVeeringatExeterlastmonth,clearofrest.5lbbetteroffthanwinnerhere.Tonguestrapon.Bigshout. TFRHHHHH BHA90 Br Ch g Mahler - Kitty The Hare (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3) J O Mr Peter Oppenheimer & Mrs Linda Jewell Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne T B Sandra Curley Karen Jewell Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWReturnedto form from out ofthe blue fittedwiththis headgearwhen 1 1/2 lengthsthird of12to Haston Clermont in handicap chase at Lingfield(23.5f,goodtosoft)26daysagobutremainstobeseenifabletobackthatuphavingbeenpulledup5of6previousstarts. TFRHHHII BHA81

Br B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - California Rose Micheal Nolan J O Hilltown Syndicate Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Holborn Trust Ltd We Do Vans S TIMEFORM VIEW Most fortunate when getting off the mark hurdles at Plumpton (25f, soft) in April but held his form reasonablywell subsequently in that sphere. Yet to deliver over fences in 3 starts to date.

TFRHHHII BHA76 Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Loadsapromise (IRE) Freddie Gingell (5) J O The Butterwick Syndicate Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T B R. McCarthy Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden who, after being prominent in the betting at Exeter last month, was pulled up.

TFRHHHII BHA76

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: BEYOND REDEMPTION (IRE) 9 11 12 Paul O’Brien 7-1 (Harry Derham) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Caeruleum (GB), 11-4 Percy Veering (GB), 9-2 Haston Clermont (FR), 17-2 Seymour Promise (IRE), 9-1 Galway Mahler (IRE), 11-1 Hilltown (IRE) CAERULEUM found Percy Veering too strong when first and second at Exeter last month but he was making his chase debut that day so may be able to reverse the placings with PLAY SMARTER a 5lb swing in the weights. Haston Clermont was suited by the stamina test when off the mark at Lingfield and is best of the others.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CAERULEUM 2.PERCY VEERING 3.HASTON CLERMONT (FR)

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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.20 - THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4220 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £971 and the fourth £486. for novice five yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Weights: 11st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. A prize will be transferred to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse. 16 entries at £37. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3234; Second £1617; Third £808; Fourth £405. (Penalty Value £4220.64) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.55 - THE VIRGIN BET FIVES MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4220 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £971 and the fourth £486. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. A prize will be transferred to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the £100,000 Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, 6th April, 2024. 23 entries at £37. Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3234; Second £1617; Third £808; Fourth £405.

(Penalty Value £4220.64) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.30 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY EXTRA PLACES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £103 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £83 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A prize will be transferred to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse.

All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 9 entries at £103. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.05 - THE VIRGIN BET EVERY SATURDAY MONEY BACK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4092 to the winning horse The second to receive £1883, the third £941, the fourth £471 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A prize will be transferred to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse. 24 entries at £33. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3130; Second £1565; Third £783; Fourth £391; Fifth £195. (Penalty Value £4092.77) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.40 - THE VIRGIN BET BEST ODDS DAILY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13730 to the winning horse The second to receive £6318, the third £3159, the fourth £1580 and the fifth £787. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £103 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £83 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb.

A prize will be transferred to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of VirginBet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 18 entries at £103. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10501; Second £5249; Third £2626; Fourth £1313; Fifth £655.

(Penalty Value £13730.60) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.15 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £93 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £75 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A prize will be transferred to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 18 entries at £93. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.50 - THE VIRGIN BET NOVICES’ 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 1st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A prize will be transferred to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse. 12 entries at £35. - Closed January 1st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. 27

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