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5 FUSIL RAFFLES (FR) (20) 1P12P-2

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Tali des Obeaux (FR) Jockey: Daryl Jacob

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

6 11-0

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart novice chaser, cracking second in Marsh Chase at the Festival, and he occupied same spot when makingapleasingreturnatNewtonAbbot20daysago Hashisstaminatoproveover3mthough.

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

Official BHA Rating

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

Form Guide

The figures in red display the horse’s previous form, with the number denoting finishing position. The number on the right shows the runners most recent result, with abbreviations used also. A layoff from racing is shown with either - or / CD - Course and distance winner; BF - Beaten favourite; F - Fell; B - Brought down; P - Pulled up; R - Refused; S - Slipped up; U - Unseated rider; R - Ran out.

The form guide is provided to help you pick which horse will carry your money in the race. Read the Timeform comment carefully and try to weigh up the horse’s previous runs against the conditions of the race.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

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Star RatingHHHII BHA

TODAY’S SELECTIONS

RACE ONE

In this modest contest JUKEBOX D’EDDY can capitalise on his four-year-old allowance and get off the mark at the fifth time of asking. The Tom Gretton-trained gelding recorded a career-best effort when finding only one rival too strong here latest and he may be able to go one better in similar company. If he fails to fire, it would be no surprise if Sonnemoser bounced back from his lacklustre performance at Haydock in December. Just Dottie is another to consider.

WIN: JUKEBOX D’EDDY DANGER: Sonnemoser

RACE TWO

SPRINGWELL BAY has only been beaten once over hurdles when failing to justify favouritism in Grade 2 company at Cheltenham in November. The six-year-old still gave a good account to finish third on that occasion and made amends in emphatic style when brushing aside his rivals at Ascot last month. The Jonjo O’Neill-trained gelding can continue his ascendancy at the expense of Hurricane Highway and Glory Hights.

WIN: SPRINGWELL BAY DANGER: Hurricane Highway

RACE THREE

The Skelton partnership boast an impressive strike-rate at this venue in the last five years and JET PLANE gets the nod to record a second victory over fences now eased in grade. Despite failing to fire at Hereford last time out, the handicapper has loosened his grip on the seven-year-old and he may be able to bounce back. Trapista is yet to get off the mark over fences but demands plenty of respect off this mark, while C&D winner Ladronne also warrants consideration.

WIN: JET PLANE DANGER: Trapista

RACE FOUR

HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES is the pick of the two JP McManus-owned runners and he has been found a suitable opening to get off the mark in handicap company. The selection impressed when winning a novices’ hurdle at Warwick in his four-year-old season and his two starts so far this term have been highly respectable. He is taken to be hard to beat with another step forward. Mcgowan’s Pass heads the list of dangers from Chti Balko.

WIN: HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES

RACE FIVE

DANGER: Mcgowan’s Pass

Alfa Mix’s Irish form stands up to scrutiny, despite him being 0-13 over fences so far, and he is worth noting on debut for a new yard. Famous Bridge is respected after winning over an extended 2m5f here 15 days ago and is taken to go well back up in trip. Preference, though, is for the consistent FIRST LORD DE CUET whose proven stamina earns him the nod on forecast going which should suit.

WIN: FIRST LORD DE CUET

RACE SIX

DANGER: Alfa Mix

There was little to split Heritier De Sivola (fourth) and GREAT RAFFLES (third) in a conditional riders’ race over C&D just after Christmas, but the latter might still be able to uphold the form. A winner over track and trip and potentially not done improving yet, the seven-yearold makes a good bit of appeal with Sean Bowen doing the steering. Rumble B is also a player

WIN: GREAT RAFFLES

RACE SEVEN

DANGER: Heritier De Sivola

Doc Mccoy is related to a few smart types and must hold every chance of building on a decent third at Southwell last time out, but HEY BROTHER shades the vote on his Rules debut having filled the runner-up spot in a point-to-point in November. A half-brother to Grade 1-winning hurdler Mick Jazz, he would be dangerous to dismiss and is taken to give a good account. Bhaloo is another to consider.

WIN: HEY BROTHER

DANGER: Doc Mccoy

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LAST TIME OUT | Monday 6th March

We began the first of six competitive races with a race for conditional jockeys over the two miles, five and a half furlongs trip. Patrick Wadge put his claim to good use and Caboy got off the mark at the eighteen time of asking in Britain. He seemed to sprout wings on the run-in and shot clear of Fever Roque in the final 100 yards to continue the good form of the Lucinda Russell stable. Quick Sharpener looked the clear pick on previous form on paper and made a mockery of this field to make all The Dr Richard Newlandtrained six-year-old proved in a different class to his rivals and asserted his dominance from pilar to post, without coming off the bridle in this novice hurdle, eventually scoring by 10 lengths. This proved to be one of the easiest rides off Charlie Hammond’s career and he could be an exciting prospect.

Innisfree Lad travelled strongly in the lead for a long way in our Long Distance handicap chase, but it proved to side with the Lucinda Russell again as Your Own Story picked up the pieces late on. A patient but smart ride by Derek Fox over this mammoth trip (3m7f), the youngest horse in the race proved to be well-handicapped in the end of a mark of 117. He took the opportunity up against more exposed and older opposition, proving the step up to this trip was no issue, and bounded clear by 5 lengths.

It proved an excellent day for favourite backers as Jet Legs made it 3-4 for the horses who started at the top of the market. He broke his maiden tag at the ninth time of asking over hurdles and Theo Gillard’s 3lb claim proved enough to get the job done in handicap company. He was knocking on the door in similar class handicaps and ran down the runner up, Shot Boii, with time to spare. The eventual one length victor looks a strong stayer for Martin Todhunter, who seemed to appreciate this rapid ground.

The feature race on the card was a 0-140 handicap chase which did not disappoint. The eventual runner up Enzo D’airy ran with plenty of zest in front but probably did too much, too soon, and was run down by Famous Bridge in the closing stages. In the late Trevor Hemmings colours, Brain Hughes seemed to get this race spot on and took full advantage off the 4lb ease in the weights to overcome a bad mistake at the last to collar the leader. He shouldn’t go up much for this win and could prove handy again.

To conclude another fabulous day of racing, 7lb claimer Dylan Johnston got his fractions perfect to win from the front on Darkest Day He built on his effort at Musselburgh over further and appreciated the drop down in trip to just find enough on the run-in to repel the late challenge of the runner up Jukebox D’eddy.

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HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8550

Owners Prize Money Winner £3453; Second £1726; Third £864; Fourth £432; Fifth £215. (Penalty Value £4515.25) A

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 179 runners, 27%) runs WILLIAM OF YORK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs WILLIAM OF YORK

Longest Traveller: JUST DOTTIE trained by R M Smith, Galston, 205 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100 and only conditonal jockey will be allowed to ride. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.

1 SONNEMOSER (FR) (81) 40F-20

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Rainallday (FR)

Owner: Mr Peter Green

Breeder: Mr Olivier Tricot et al

Jockey: Cillin Leonard

6 12-0

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise in bumpers and novice hurdles for Evan Williams. Very interesting now handicapping for a stable which does well with new recruits. High on the list. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 99

2 WILLIAM OF YORK (GB) (53) 0/-60P0

B g Kayf Tara - Shady Anne

Owner: Mike and Eileen Newbould

Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. L. Edwards

7 11-11

Jockey: Tristan Durrell (3)

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWShowedabilityonhisfirst3startsbuthasdisappointedthelasttwice,includingonhandicapdebutlasttime. Still has time on his side but needs to get career back on track.

3 JUST DOTTIE (GB) (30) 0-5U5

B or Br m Al Kazeem - Blaise Chorus (IRE)

Owner: Mr J. G. Brown

Breeder: Blaise Chorus Partnership

5 11-9

Jockey: William Shanahan (3)

Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper/2 Flat maidens for Katie Scott in 2022 but has shown potential on all 3 outings over hurdles for current stable. Appeals as one who may go on to better things in handicaps. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 94

4 CAPTAIN JACK (GB) (17) P-0B320

B g Mount Nelson - Court Princess

Owner: Derek & Cheryl Holder

Breeder: Derek & Cheryl Holder

Jockey: Toby Wynne

10 11-7

Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

Sponsor: Court Farm Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in his best effort of the season when 5 lengths second in 2m Market Rasen handicap last month but this long-standing maiden wasn’t in anything like the same form when a remote last of 7 at Newbury 17 days ago Star RatingHHIII BHA 92

5 LARGY REACH (GB) (24) 246306

B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Kallithea (IRE)

Owner: Red Rum Racing 3

Breeder: Mrs A. M. O’Sullivan

7 11-2

Jockey: Peter Kavanagh (3)

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Still to get his head in front. Some creditable efforts in the autumn but his 2 efforts this year have been no more than respectable. Eased another 3lb but it may not be enough.

6 JUKEBOX D’EDDY (FR) (15) 5-F052

B g Fly With Me (FR) - Ultime Creek (FR)

Owner: Mrs Dorothy Lewis

Breeder: Mr Sebastien Berger

Star RatingHHHII BHA 87

4 10-13

Jockey: Liam Harrison

Trainer: Tom Gretton, Inkberrow

Sponsor: JMC Surfacing Contractors, Treehouse Sporting Colours

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedeffortoverhurdleswhengoingcloseonC&Dhandicapdebut(goodtosoft)15daysago 3lbrise is unlikely to prevent another prominent showing if turning up in similar form.

7 EL JEFE (IRE) (11) 60-0000

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ros Mountain (IRE)

Owner: Mr A. B. Hamilton

Breeder: Kilfeacle Stud & C. Quirke

Jockey: Alan Doyle

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 94

6 10-13

Trainer: Andrew Hamilton, Carluke

TIMEFORMVIEWSedgefieldwinnerlastwinter OperatingbelowbestthistimeroundbutdidhintatarevivalatAyrlasttime and he’s well treated if able to build on that. Star RatingHHHII BHA 84

8

BALRANALD (FR) (138) P46-550

B or Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shining Glory (GER)

Owner: Mr J. P. G. Hamilton

Breeder: Ecurie Des Monceaux

7 10-10

Jockey: Tom Midgley

Trainer: Alison Hamilton, Denholm

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfuloverfencesatSedgefieldlastwinterbuthaslargelystruggledsince,finishingwellheldinachase when last seen in November A subsequent wind operation needs to help spark a revival. Star RatingHHIII BHA 81

9 JAMIL (IRE) (46) 451-000 D

B g Dansili - Havant

Owner: Mr H. L. Thompson

Breeder: Mrs James Wigan & London TB Services Ltd

8 10-3

Jockey: Aaron Anderson

Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus

Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner who confirmed previous promise over hurdles when opening account at Newcastle (2m) last March

Followed up back on the level but has failed to see things out back over hurdles this term Enough to prove Star RatingHHIII BHA 74

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: LLEYTON (IRE) 10 10 10 Theo Gillard 18-1 (Justin Landy) 9 ran

Hood worn by No 3, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 5, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 8.

Stewards Note: EL JEFE: Following its run on 10/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Jukebox d’Eddy (FR), 7-2 Sonnemoser (FR), 6-1 Largy Reach (GB), 9-1 Just Dottie (GB), 12-1 Captain Jack (GB), 14-1 William of York (GB), El Jefe (IRE), 16-1 Balranald (FR), 33-1 Jamil (IRE)

A chance is taken on SONNEMOSER who more than hinted at promise in his qualifying runs and has joined an in-form stable ahead of this switch to handicap company. Recent C&D second Jukebox d’Eddy rates an obvious threat, while Just Dottie is a potential improver now handicapping. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

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THE RESULT

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HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (17-22): J O’Neill (15 wins from 81 runners, 19%) runs SPRINGWELL BAY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J O’Neill (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs SPRINGWELL BAY

Longest Traveller: HURRICANE HIGHWAY trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 243 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October This particular two miles and three and a half furlongs novices hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races.

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) colours

1 SPRINGWELL BAY (GB) (31) 21-131

B g Kayf Tara - Winning Counsel (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Gay Smith

Breeder: J. R. Weston

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Ashford Stud, Wasdell Group

Dualnovicehurdler,lookingpotentiallysmartwhencomfortablydefyingapenaltyatAscot(19f,goodtosoft) last month. Should be more to come and hard to beat.

TIMEFORMVIEW

2 HURRICANE HIGHWAY (IRE) (89) 1-51 D 5 11-9

Br g Malinas (GER) - Florida Pet (IRE)

Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker

Breeder: Richard Cavanagh

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhobuiltonapromisinghurdlingdebutfifthinNovemberwhenscoringby6lengthsover21/2m at Ffos Las in December Definitely capable of better but he’s up against a good rival here.

3 GLORY HIGHTS (GB) (34) 06

B g Fame And Glory - Lady Hight (FR)

Owner: Mr John Wade & Chris Grant

Breeder: Wood Farm Stud

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

7 11-2

Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham

TIMEFORM VIEW In need of the experience when well held in a bumper/novice hurdle here.

4 NAVIGATE WEST (IRE) (45) 60

B g Westerner - Onewayortheother (IRE)

Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

Breeder: Donal Kenneally

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

5 11-2

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit on the first of 2 outings in bumpers but still a surprise if he can shake up the big 2 here.

5 TARA BROOCH (GB) (15) 0

B m Kayf Tara - Gaspara (FR)

Owner: Mr J Scarrow & Partner

Breeder: Mrs G. B. Walford

Star RatingHHIII BHA -

5 10-9

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

TIMEFORM VIEW Quite well bred but never involved on her 2m course hurdle debut 15 days ago. Goes up in trip.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

2022: REILLY (IRE) 6 11 0 Harry Skelton 5-2 (Dan Skelton) 11 ran

Probable S.P’s: 1-2 Springwell Bay (GB), 2-1

Hurricane Highway (IRE), 40-1

Navigate West (IRE), 100-1 Tara Brooch (GB), 300-1 Glory Hights (GB)

Two promising sorts clash here. SPRINGWELL BAY looked good at Ascot last month and is taken to give the weight away to Ffos Las scorer Hurricane Highway.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SPRINGWELL BAY 2.HURRICANE HIGHWAY (IRE) 3.NAVIGATE WEST (IRE)

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for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12650

Owners Prize Money Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 179 runners, 27%) runs JET PLANE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs JET PLANE

Longest Traveller: TRAPISTA trained by J O’Neill, Cheltenham, 170 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles and three and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 115 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 110.

colours no horse

1 JET PLANE (IRE) (64) 0P-51P3

B g Jet Away - Court Gamble (IRE)

Owner: Norman Lake & Susan Carsberg

Breeder: Thistletown Stud

age st-lb

7 12-2

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWWinninghurdlerwhoreadilysurpassedhischasedebuteffortwhenanemphaticwinnerof25fHerefordhandicapinNovember His2effortssincehavebeen disappointing(distantlastof3atHerefordlatest)butgivenashortbreakanddangeroustoruleoutarevivalforyardwhichdoessowellhere. StarRatingHHHII BHA122

2 TRAPISTA (FR) (26) 5P-3533 D

B m Golden Horn - Quezon Sun (GER)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de La Perelle

6 11-11

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who has shown similar form in 4 runs over fences. One paced when 3 lengths third of 4 over 2m at Huntingdon latest and this return to a longer trip should suit. Considered having been eased another 2lb Star RatingHHHHI BHA 117

3 LADRONNE (FR) (15) 511256 CD

B g Linda’s Lad - Worldeta (FR)

Owner: T C Racing Syndicate

Breeder: Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu

9 11-11

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

Trainer: Tjade Collier, Wilsden

Sponsor: T C Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in the autumn and added to his tally at Catterick in November Run of good form came to a halt at Southwell last time but he’s capable of bouncing back at a venue where he has a solid record. Star RatingHHHII BHA 117

4

FULGURIX (FR) (123) 222-134

B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Union de Sevres (FR)

Owner: The Tenovus Partnership

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie Benoit Constantin

8 11-7

Jockey: Lee Edwards

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Sponsor: Re People Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratHexham(2m)lastspring.Offsinceabelow-parfourthatChepstowinNovemberbuthereturns with his stable among the winners. No surprise were he to bounce back

Star RatingHHHII BHA 113

5 GALLIC GEORDIE (GB) (18) 24-2F23 BF 10 11-3

B g Geordieland (FR) - Je Ne Sais Plus (FR)

Owner: Glastonbury & On The Gallops 1

Breeder: Kevin & Anne Glastonbury

Jockey: Robert Dunne

Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW In fine form last winter, rattling off quick-fire hat-trick. Back to best when second at Newbury (soft) on New Year’s Eve and possibly unsuitedbyquickergroundwhen14lengthsthirdof4theresince.Conditionsshouldbemoretohislikingthisafternoon.

6 CONTRE ORDRE (FR) (85) 55-4056

StarRatingHHHHH BHA109

5 10-5

B g Martinborough (JPN) - Turga de La Tour (FR) Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Owner: Mr Graeme Newton

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: Ingrid Desagnat & Pierre Simon, Renan D

Racing

Sponsor: Micky Hammond

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser in France but yet to fire for current stable. A 12-week break since last seen on Boxing Day needs to have done him some good.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 99

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: ECUME ATLANTIQUE (FR) 8 11 12 Harry Bannister 4-1 (Richard Bandey) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 6.

Stewards Note:

GALLIC GEORDIE: Following its run on 3/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Gallic Geordie (GB), 3-1 Trapista (FR), 9-2 Jet Plane (IRE), 6-1 Ladronne (FR), 15-2 Fulgurix (FR), 28-1 Contre Ordre (FR)

The return to a likely softer surface should help GALLIC GEORDIE so he might prove the answer to this trappy-looking handicap Trapista may benefit from this step back up in trip and is put up for the forecast spot.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GALLIC GEORDIE 2.TRAPISTA

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The Sandra Finch Surprise Handicap Steeple Chase

10 years ago today, Sandra walked out of hospital when her family thought there was a chance she would not, following a month long stay which included a week in intensive care and five visits to the neuro theatre for brain surgery.

Sandra is a retired nurse, spending 43 years on the wards as a staff nurse, sister and matron, working within oncology.

Married to Chris for 44 years, with children Rebecca and Peter. We are delighted to have her & Chris with us here today. Sandra really enjoys her trips to the races and has visited all the courses in England, Scotland and Wales

The past ten years have flown by since her ‘head banger hiccup’ as she describes it, but she continues to live life to the full with plenty more opportunities for visits to the races to come.

We all hope you have a great day today!

(FR) 3.LADRONNE (FR)

WETHERBY RACECOURSE, YORK ROAD, WETHERBY LS22 5EJ

MABEL & TED FOUNTAIN

THE MABEL AND TED FOUNTAIN MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10550

Owners Prize Money Winner £4261; Second £2130; Third £1066; Fourth £533; Fifth £266. (Penalty Value £5571.45)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 179 runners, 27%) runs HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES

Longest Traveller: HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 146 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two miles handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb

colours no horse

1 GO DANTE (GB) (24) 1/124-54 BF 7 12-2

B g Kayf Tara - Whoops A Daisy

Owner: Mrs Barbara Hester

Breeder: N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedgoodprospectwithimpressivevictoriesinWincantonbumperandBangornovicehurdlein2021andleftdisappointing return effort behind when fourth of 12 in handicap at Chepstow (16f, good to soft) 24 days ago

2 HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (38) 1/15-22 D BF 6 11-13

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Brise d’Oudairies (FR)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: Comte Michel de Gigou

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Sponsor: Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Filled runner-up berth in both starts this season, latest when narrowly denied in 10-runner Warwick handicap hurdle (16f, good to soft) 38 days ago Remains unexposed and is the one to beat.

3 GUIRI (GER) (55) 0520P0

Ch g Motivator - Guardia (GER)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: Stall Ullmann

8 11-12

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed over hurdles/on the Flat in Ireland for Jessica Harrington last year but showed nothing in 2 starts for new connections and can only be watched.

4 CHTI BALKO (FR) (55) 0250-42 D

Br g Balko (FR) - Ina Scoop (FR)

Owner: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited

Breeder: Didier Guyot and Pierre Guyot

11 11-9

Jockey: Abbie McCain (5)

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Sponsor: Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled clear of remainder when second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, soft) in January. 3lb higher now but may be capable of better

5 BONNE VITESSE (IRE) (36) 531-306 CD

B m Fast Company (IRE) - Mirabile Dictu (IRE)

Owner: The Golden Cuckoo

Breeder: Joseph Stewart Investments

5 11-2

Jockey: Miss Becky Smith

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler who wasn’t discredited when third on return at Hexham in November. However, has rather gone backwards since and makes limited appeal.

6 MCGOWAN’S PASS (GB) (65) 333-634 D

B g Central Park (IRE) - Function Dreamer

Owner: Mrs A. E. Lee

Breeder: Mickley Stud & Mrs M. Adamson

12 10-13

Jockey: William Shanahan (7)

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Without a victory since early 2020 but far from disgraced when fourth at Kelso last time and he’s sliding in the weights.

Star RatingHHHII BHA 105

2022: SAYAR (IRE) 9 11 11 Charlie Hammond 8-1 (Nick Kent) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Hartur d’Oudairies (FR), 10-3 Go Dante (GB), 4-1 Chti Balko (FR), 9-1 McGowan’s Pass (GB), 40-1 Guiri (GER), Bonne Vitesse (IRE)

THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £14250

Owners Prize Money Winner £5756; Second £2877; Third £1439; Fourth £720; Fifth £359. (Penalty Value £7525.42) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (17-22): O Murphy (14 wins from 72 runners, 19%) runs LORD OF KERAK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (8 wins from 18 runners, 44%) runs FAMOUS BRIDGE

Longest Traveller: FIRST LORD DE CUET trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 263 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This three miles steeple chase is another for novices’. It is restricted to horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not previously won more than two steeple chases. This novice race, however, is also a handicap, so the standard handicap rules still apply

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 ALFA MIX (GB) (80) P-F3236

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Alora Money

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Breeder: Shade Oak Stud

8 11-10

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

TIMEFORM VIEW Have to go back to 2019 for his last success but he did make the frame on 3 occasions for Gavin Cromwell earlier this term before a below-par effort on NewYear’s Eve.Worth a check in the market on debut for new yard Star RatingHHIII BHA 132

2 FIRST LORD DE CUET (FR) (31) 22-2224 D

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Alyce (FR)

Owner: Potter, Pipe and Pete

Breeder: Mr Serge Bourounoff

Jockey: Adam Wedge

9 11-8

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWWinninghurdlerwhoisknockingonthedooroverfences,makingtheframeoncemorewhenfourthof14inhandicapchase (11/1) at Haydock (28.4f, good to soft) 31 days ago Drop in grade/trip will suit and merits consideration. Star RatingHHHII BHA 130

3 FAMOUS BRIDGE (IRE) (15) U1P-341 C

B g Fame And Glory - Wahiba Hall (IRE)

Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

Breeder: John Gallagher

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

7 11-3

Trainer: Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual who opened his account over fences when taking 6-runner handicap at this course (21.3f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Remains open to improvement, particularly over this longer trip.

4 INISHBIGGLE (IRE) (400) 156121-

B g Asian Heights - Leahs Joy (IRE)

Owner: You Can Be Sure

Breeder: Denis O’Herlihy

Jockey: Kevin Brogan

8 11-0

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW

5 LORD OF KERAK (GB) (72) 26/542-3

B g Martaline - Mille Et Une (FR)

Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley

Breeder: Netherfield House Stud

Star RatingHHIII BHA 122

Muchimprovedwhenemphaticwinnerof12-runnerhandicaphurdleatCatterick(19.3f,soft)13monthsago 11lb higher on return/chase debut and market may prove best guide to claims.

8 10-13

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: Olly Murphy Wilmcote

Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner over hurdles but well below that level when third of 5 in handicap at Chepstow (23.6f, soft) on debut over fences 72 days ago Improvement required.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 121

6 TWOSHOTSOFTEQUILA (IRE) (18) 5-44321 D 6 10-11

B g Snow Sky - Inouette (IRE)

Owner: Hetton Boys

Breeder: Roger Symes

Jockey: Nathan Moscrop

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for consistency when winning 6-runner handicap chase at Doncaster (24f, good) 18 days ago 7lb higher now but must enter calculations.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 119

2022: CASTLE ROBIN (IRE) 7 11 4 Paul O’Brien 11-8 (Charlie Longsdon) 3 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.

Stewards Note:

FIRST LORD DE CUET: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Famous Bridge (IRE), 4-1 Twoshotsoftequila (IRE), 9-2

First Lord de Cuet (FR), 17-2 Lord of Kerak (GB), 10-1 Alfa Mix (GB), Inishbiggle (IRE)

Course winner FAMOUS BRIDGE should have more to offer in this sphere and can follow up Twoshotsoftequila may give him most to think about.

WETHERBY STEEPLECHASE COMMITTEE LTD will present a memento to the winning owner of this race and £50 to the stablehand in charge of the best turned out horse.

HORSE WELFARE

Here at Wetherby Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have three specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. There is also a British Horseracing Authority Veterinary Officer in attendance.

During the race three vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.

It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8550

Owners Prize Money Winner £3453; Second £1726; Third £864; Fourth £432; Fifth £215. (Penalty Value £4515.25)

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Hammond (22 wins from 283 runners, 8%) runs GREAT RAFFLES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs DARKSIDEOFTARNSIDE

Longest Traveller: DARKSIDEOFTARNSIDE trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 231 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION The penultimate race this afternoon is a three miles handicap hurdle race for four-yearold and upwards which have been officially rated 0-100. As is all handicaps on this afternoon’s card the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 100 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95

colours no horse form age st-lb

1 GRAVE LA KLASS (FR) (79) P14-060 D

Gr or Ro g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Marbela (FR)

Owner: Mr & Mrs Mark Laws

Breeder: Mrs Beatrice Nicco

7 12-0

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhohaslookedalonger-termprospectin4startstodate,alwaysbehindwhenseventhof16inmaidenhurdleatExeter(18.5f,heavy)lasttime. Stepsupintriponhandicapdebutandisworthasecondlookinthemarket,especiallywithhisyardshowingslightlybettersigns. StarRatingHHHII BHA100

2 HERITIER DE SIVOLA (FR) (66) 55-6142 BF

Ch g Noroit (GER) - Quellevic (FR)

Owner: Mr G. Nicholson

Breeder: Gilles Trapenard & Max Trapenard

6 11-11

Jockey: Thomas Dowson

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenIrishpointerwhoshowedimprovedformwhenmakingallinanovicehandicapatKelso(22.7f)inDecember Even better form in defeat both starts over C&D since and still appeals as being on a good mark. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 97

3 CHOUNGAYA (FR) (70) P5P-FPP

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Autorite (FR)

Owner: Mrs J Cooper Mrs J Plummer

Breeder: S. Verrier D. Retif & V. Retif

10 11-7

Jockey: Aaron Anderson (5)

Trainer: Mike Sowersby, Malton

Sponsor: Mike Sowersby Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time useful chaser but very much on the downgrade these days and he hasn’t shown anything in 5 starts for present yard. Star RatingHHIII BHA 93

4 GREAT RAFFLES (FR) (84) P311-23 CD

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Une Artiste (FR)

Owner: The Golden Cuckoo

Breeder: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

7 11-1

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with back-to-back wins and further progress when placed both starts this term, including in big-field event over C&Dlasttime.ReturnsfromabreakandhighlylikelytogowellagainwithSeanBowennowtakingoverinthesaddle. Star RatingHHHHI BHA87

5 FIADH (IRE) (33) 400-0P5

B m Fame And Glory - Lady Charisma

Owner: Mr G. F. White

Breeder: Ms Jill Farrell

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

7 11-0

Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/maiden hurdle winner in late 2021 but has shown little all 3 starts this season. Plenty to prove in first-time cheekpieces.

6 DARKSIDEOFTARNSIDE (IRE) (22) 52P6/-PP

B g Intense Focus (USA) - Beautiful Dancer (IRE)

Owner: Mr D. R. Fear

Breeder: Ballycrighaun Stud

Star RatingHHIII BHA 86

9 10-11

Jockey: Robert Dunne

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEW Chepstow winner in November 2020 but has shown nothing both starts back from a long absence.

7 RUMBLE B (IRE) (15) 6P-4353

B g Presenting - John’s Eliza (IRE)

Owner: Miss C. Tinkler

Breeder: Mr Emlyn Patterson

Star RatingHHIII BHA 83

9 10-7

Jockey: John Kington

Trainer: Justin Landy, Leyburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 25 runs but he’s going through a good spell at present and should continue in form

Star RatingHHHHI BHA 79

8 KILGANER QUEEN (IRE) (41) 640266 D

B m Trans Island - La Prima Diva (IRE)

Owner: Mr Darren Amass

Breeder: Raymond Killeen

Jockey: Lee Edwards

13 10-5

Trainer: Adam West, Epsom

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who continues to ease in the weights without showing any real sign of taking advantage.

9 STORM FORCE ONE (GB) (54) 3-02PF0

Star RatingHHHII BHA 77

7 10-4

B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Force In The Wings (IRE) Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Owner: Hedley, Little & Tomkins

Breeder: T. M. Hayes

Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton

Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who has lost her way since the turn of the year Others more appealing.

Star RatingHHIII BHA 76

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: MANINTHESHADOWS (IRE) 7 11 5 Mr A J O’Neill 9-2 (Jonjo O’Neill) 8 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 6, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Heritier de Sivola (FR), 4-1 Great Raffles (FR), 5-1 Rumble B (IRE), 8-1 Kilganer Queen (IRE), 11-1 Grave La Klass (FR), 18-1 Fiadh (IRE), 20-1 Storm Force One (GB), 40-1 Darksideoftarnside (IRE), 66-1 Choungaya (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM

HERITIER DE SIVOLA is a progressive young stayer who still appeals as being on a good mark, so he’s a straightforward choice to take this. Great Raffles and Rumble B head the opposition in that order

THE RESULT

1st..............................................................

3rd 4th Time

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NATIONAL HUNT FLAT

RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (49 wins from 179 runners, 27%) runs MR HOPE STREET

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs MR HOPE STREET

Longest Traveller: EBONY SPIRIT trained by H Whittington, Sparsholt, 230 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry. This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four, five and six and will be run over two miles.

1 ADMIRAL HORATIO (IRE) (123) 00

B g Mount Nelson - Kerry’s Girl (IRE)

Owner: Mrs B. M. Lofthouse

Breeder: James Hewitt

Jockey: Billy Garritty

5 11-2

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing, Eastwood Private Clients

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 28/1, seventh of 8 in bumper at Catterick (15.7f, good to soft) 123 days ago Star RatingHHIII BHA -

2 BHALOO (IRE) (367) 4-

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Feldaline (IRE)

Owner: Dash Grange Stud

Breeder: Susannah Berry

5 11-2

Jockey: Liam Harrison (3)

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

TIMEFORMVIEWSageburggelding.Damunracedhalf-sisterto(stays21f)ImperialElysian.11/1,eye-catchingfourthof12inbumperatKempton(16f,goodtosoft) onNHdebut,finishingwithrunningleft.However,off12monthsandtonguestrapapplied(hashadwindop).

3 DOC MCCOY (IRE) (51) 1-33

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Salvatrice (IRE)

Owner: League Of Nations

Breeder: Donie O’Brien

StarRatingHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Sponsor: Betvictor

TIMEFORMVIEWImpressive winner on sole start in points and fairly useful form when third in bumpers at Bangor/Southwell. Sets the standard.

4 EBONY SPIRIT (IRE) (46) 6

Br g Frammassone (IRE) - Dayamen

Owner: Lead The Way Syndicate

Breeder: Meadow Park Stud

Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

5 11-2

Jockey: Sean Quinlan

Trainer: Harry Whittington, Sparsholt

Sponsor: CHD Property

TIMEFORMVIEWFrammassonegelding.Brothertomodesthurdler/fairlyusefulchaserCedarHill.Dam(h73)rantwiceoverhurdles. Hooded, well-held sixth of 14 in bumper at Chepstow (16f, good, 22/1) on NH debut 46 days ago

5 HEY BROTHER (FR) (114) 2

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Mick Maya (FR)

Owner: Andy, Mel, Phil & Kaya

Breeder: Mme Gaelle Albert

6 11-2

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £75,000 5-y-o, Ballingarry gelding. Half-brother to high-class hurdler Mick Jazz, stayed 2 1/2m, and bumper winner/useful hurdlerMickMaestro.DamwinningFrenchhurdler/chaserup to19f.Runner-upsolestartinIrish points(Nov27).

6 INDEEVAR BLEU (FR) (-)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Ardissone (FR)

Owner: Mrs Diana L. Whateley

Jockey: Sean Bowen

5 11-2

Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Breeder: Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks Sponsor: Cedar Invest Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW€80,0003-y-o,BlueBresilgelding.Half-brothertofairlyuseful2mhurdlewinner/usefulchaserKapard.Dam,French21/4mchasewinner, half-sistertoverysmarthurdler/top-classchaser(stayed3m)AlFerof.Trainer’snewcomerscommandrespect.

7 MISTER SMARTY (GB) (-)

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Miss Sunflower

Owner: Mr H. L. Thompson

Breeder: Howard Thompson

Star RatingHHHHI BHA-

6 11-2

Jockey: Stephen Mulqueen

Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus

Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy gelding. Dam no form over hurdles/poor maiden chaser (stayed 3 1/4m).

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

8 MR HOPE STREET (IRE) (37) 4

Br g Jet Away - The Scorpion Queen (IRE)

Owner: Mr Michael Williams

Breeder: Ms Jane Roche

Jockey: Harry Skelton

5 11-2

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW £42,000 3-y-o, Jet Away gelding. Half-brother to 2 1/4m bumper winner Floy Joy, stays 2 1/2m. Very much in need of the experience when fourth of 9 in bumper at Exeter (16.7f, good to soft, 10/1) on NH debut 37 days ago Will do better Star RatingHHHII BHA -

9 SPANISH LARIAT (IRE) (48) 0

B g Golden Lariat (USA) - Miracle Millie (IRE)

Owner: green spittal and smith

Breeder: Kenneth Parkhill

5 11-2

Jockey: William Shanahan (7)

Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston

GoldenLariatgelding.Half-brothertomodestchaserMiraculousGetawayandbumperwinnerMiracleWay.Damlightlyraced in bumpers/over hurdles.Well-held tenth of 11 in bumper at Ayr (16f, soft, 100/1) on NH debut 48 days ago Star RatingHIIII BHA -

TIMEFORMVIEW

10 STREAMSFORTH LAD (IRE) (-)

B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. G. Kelly

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

Jockey: Kevin Brogan

5 11-2

Trainer: Gary Hanmer Tattenhall

TIMEFORM VIEW €32,000 3-y-o, Mahler gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser Dawn Raider, stays 3 1/4m, and poor 19f chase winner Dawn Sunrise. Dam lightly raced in points. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

11

THEYSEEKHIMTHERE (IRE) (-)

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Wild Spell (IRE)

Owner: BadJams 5 Syndicate

Lambourn

Breeder: Anita Acheson & Liam Cosgrave

5 11-2

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper

Sponsor: 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW €44,000 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart hurdler/very smart chase winner Sporting John and fair hurdler/chaser Kala Brandy Dam unraced. One to note.

12

LOOKS RIGHT (IRE) (-)

B m Arcadio (GER) - Detente

Owner: Mr M. E. Sowersby

Breeder: Oliver Power

Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

5 10-9

Jockey: Aaron Anderson (5)

Trainer: Mike Sowersby, Malton

Sponsor: Mike Sowersby Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW £1,000 3-y-o, Arcadio mare. Sister to fairly useful chaser Accord. Dam (h83) lightly raced over hurdles.

Star RatingHIIII BHA -

2022: CHASING FIRE 5 11 3 Aidan Coleman 8-13 (Olly Murphy) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Hood worn by No 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Doc McCoy (IRE), 6-1 Bhaloo (IRE), 13-2 Hey Brother (FR), Indeevar Bleu (FR), 7-1 Theyseekhimthere (IRE), 10-1 Mr Hope Street (IRE), 25-1 Streamsforth Lad (IRE), 28-1 Ebony Spirit (IRE), 50-1 Admiral Horatio (IRE), Mister Smarty (GB), 80-1 Looks Right (IRE), 300-1 Spanish Lariat (IRE) PLAY

DOC MCCOY sets a solid standard and can put his experience to good use up against some interesting newcomers, namely Indeevar Bleu, Hey Brother and Theyseekhimthere.

THE RESULT

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.40 - THE VISIT racingtv.com CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4515 to the winning horse The second to receive £2077, the third £1038, the fourth £519 and the fifth £259. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 15th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to March 18th 2023, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 16 entries at £37. - Closed March 15th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3453; Second £1726; Third £864; Fourth £432; Fifth £215. (Penalty Value £4515.25) A

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Second Race 2.15 - THE racingtv.com NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 15th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and 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 WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 20 entries at £42. - Closed March 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

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Third Race 2.50 - THE SANDRA FINCH SURPRISE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, the third £1536, the fourth £769 and the fifth £383. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 16 entries, at £60. - Closed March 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46)

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Fourth Race 3.25 - THE MABEL AND TED FOUNTAIN MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5571 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2563, the third £1281, the fourth £641 and the fifth £319. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £49 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £39 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner 17 entries, at £49.Closed March 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4261; Second £2130; Third £1066; Fourth £533; Fifth £266. (Penalty Value £5571.45)

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Fifth Race 4.00 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7525 to the winning horse The second to receive £3462, the third £1731, the fourth £866 and the fifth £431. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £68 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher or £13 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £55 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. 16 entries, 0 at £13 and 16 at £68. - Closed March 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £5756; Second £2877; Third £1439; Fourth £720; Fifth £359. (Penalty Value £7525.42) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Sixth Race 4.35 - THE racingtv.com

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4515 to the winning horse The second to receive £2077, the third £1038, the fourth £519 and the fifth £259 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 15th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento the winning owner of this race. 27 entries at £37. - Closed March 15th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3453; Second £1726; Third £864; Fourth £432; Fifth £215. (Penalty Value £4515.25)

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Seventh Race 5.10 - THE THANK YOU ALL GROUNDSTAFF FOR ~GROUNDSWEEK2023 OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254 the third £626 and the fourth £313. 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, March 15th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 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. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 27 entries at £24. - Closed March 15th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)

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