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FOURTH RACE 3.00

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE FOLLOW VICKERS.BET ON FACEBOOK NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £18000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £7270, 2nd £3634, 3rd £1818, 4th £909, 5th £454. (Penalty Value £9505.80) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J O’Neill (15 wins from 123 runners, 12%) runs MONBEG GENIUS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J O’Neill (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs MONBEG GENIUS LONGEST TRAVELLER: STORMY FLIGHT trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 83 miles.

MONBEG GENIUS arrives firmly on the up and takes preference over Super Survivor and RaddonTop who, like the selection, both scored cosily last time out Ree Okka is another one worth considering.

1-2-3: 1.MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) 2.SUPER SURVIVOR (IRE) 3.RADDON TOP (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor colours no horse age st lb

1 MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) (26) 431-411 CD

7 11-10

B g Shantou (USA) - Ella Watson (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Barrowman Racing Limited Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Michael Tobin Knox Group

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who tasted success twice in maiden/novice hurdles last term (at up to 23.6f). Doubled his tally over fences over C&D last time and is open to further improvement, so could take the beating. TFRHHHHH BHA132

2 SUPER SURVIVOR (IRE) (38) 2121-21 CD

7 11-8

B g Shantou (USA) - All The Best Mate (IRE) Gavin Sheehan

Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br M. Sheehy Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points before winning twice around 2m4f over hurdles last term Off the mark at second attempt over fences over C&D last time and has more to offer, so should go well TFRHHHHI BHA130

3 REE OKKA (GB) (28) 110-252 C D BF

B g Getaway (GER) - Presenteea (IRE)

The Jago Family Partnership

7 11-8

Jonathan Burke

Harry Fry, Corscombe

Br Distillery Stud Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORMVIEW Irish point winner who landed 2 novice hurdles at up to 24.5f last winter. Shaping up well over fences this season, so capable of making his presence felt in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA130

4 SURREY QUEST (IRE) (34) 11P0-34 BF

B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE)

Surrey Racing (SQ)

6 11-4

James Bowen

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br S. McElroy Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a good prospect over hurdles (won first 2 starts) and shaped encouragingly sent chasing after 8 months off when third at Uttoxeter. Disappointed at Newbury next time but can’t be written off. TFRHHHII BHA126

5 RADDON TOP (IRE) (24) 32-2331 D

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Knockbrack Vic (IRE)

Mrs S. M. Trump

Br Vincent O’Connor

10 11-0

James Davies

Chris Down, Cullompton

Woodwarm Stoves

TIMEFORMVIEWLanded hat-trick of handicap hurdles at Chepstow last term and built on promising chasing debut when landing an 8-runner event at Exeter last time, forging clear. Looks set for another bold showing TFRHHHHI BHA122

6 STORMY FLIGHT (IRE) (88) 325-004

Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Help Yourself (IRE)

9 10-6

Lorcan Williams

Mr Ian Murray and Mr Dave Smith Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br Mr Christy Buckley Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless last term and out of sorts so far in this campaign. Returns from a break/wind op TFRHHIII BHA114

2022: DE YOUNG WARRIOR 9 10 9 David Noonan 3-1 (Jeremy Scott) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Monbeg Genius (IRE), 7-2 Ree Okka (GB), 4-1 Super Survivor (IRE), 5-1 Raddon Top (IRE), 8-1 Surrey Quest (IRE), 16-1 Stormy Flight (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 3.30

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3M 2F 54YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (31 wins from 264 runners, 12%) runs ALMINAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J O’Neill (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs ARRIVEDERCI

LONGEST TRAVELLER: FAIRLAWN FLYER trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

FAIRLAWN FLYER might have been a fortunate winner at Ffos Las 6 weeks ago, but that improved performance is backed up by the timefigure so a 1lb rise may well be on the lenient side In Rem and Lyrical Genius are also on the upgrade and look the obvious threats.

1-2-3: 1.FAIRLAWN FLYER 2.IN REM (FR) 3.LYRICAL GENIUS (IRE) colours no horse age st lb

1 THE MULCAIR (IRE) (418) 362/F1P-

9 12-2

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Black Lassie (IRE) Fergus Gillard (3)

The Reverse Forecast Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br Declan Phelan Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/novice hurdle winner who made a good start over fences when second at Wetherby on 2020 return. Not in same form next 3 starts, however Left Dan Skelton and missed last season Pulled up in point in Dec 2021 TFRHHIII BHA122

2 IN REM (FR) (33) 15-44F1 D

8 12-2

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Etoile des Iles (FR) David Noonan Chasing Gold Racing Club Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Br S.C.A. Elevage de Tourgeville et al Culverhill Farm Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWBig improver in handicap hurdles last season and further progress switched to fences this term, jumping much better when narrow winner at Exeter on New Year’s Day. Should continue to give a good account. TFRHHHHI BHA122

3 ARRIVEDERCI (FR) (37) 3/4P-355

8 12-0

Gr g Martaline - Etoile d’Ainay (FR)

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Martin Broughton & Friends 1

Br Stephane Milaveau Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful hurdler who was placed twice in competitive Ascot handicaps during 2020/21 campaign. However, offered little in a very light campaign last season and has made a discouraging start over fences this term TFRHHIII BHA120

4

FAIRLAWN FLYER (GB) (43) 4111-P1

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - She’s Our Native (IRE)

Mr Ross Williams

Br Miss E. Nicholas & R. Williams

7 11-13

James Bowen

Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWProvided his yard with a rare recent win, albeit in fortunate circumstances (left in front at last), when scoring at Ffos Las (23.8f, heavy) in this headgear 6 weeks ago. Nevertheless, that rated as an improved performance so he must be considered off only 1lb higher TFRHHHHH BHA119

5 LYRICAL GENIUS (IRE) (24) 153-442

B g Milan - Rheinland (IRE)

Thackray, Ogilvy, King & Williams

Br S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd

6 11-9

Sam Twiston-Davies

Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORM VIEWWinner of sole outing between the flags and followed up in a bumper/21f novice hurdle on first 2 starts under Rules in 2021. Little impact next 4 starts but firmly back on track when just losing out at Doncaster on second chase outing last month, pulling clear with a progressive sort Shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA115

6 SILVER IN DISGUISE (GB) (63) 513-400 C

Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Silver Spinner

Mr J Durston & Mr N Harris

9 11-9

Alan Johns

Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Mrs S. C. Welch Tote, Dragonbet

TIMEFORMVIEWBenefited from the step up to a marathon distance when successful here (30.6f) in March before running to a similar level when third at Ffos Las. Not in the same form so far this season, however. TFRHHIII BHA115

7 PREMIER D’TROICE (FR) (44) 4-21043 D

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Mick Bora (FR)

Nick Elliott & Heather Shane

9 11-9

Harry Kimber (3)

Katy Price, Llanigon

Br C. Marie, C. Pierre Marie & C. Chalots Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalised on a much-reduced mark when landing a Uttoxeter handicap in June. However, his trio of subsequent starts have been laboured, off bridle early and merely closing late to finish third at Taunton 44 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA115

SANDY BOY (IRE) (447) 3/14P21- D

9 11-8

B g Tajraasi (USA) - Annienoora (IRE) Ben Jones

Mrs B. Hitchcock Philip Hobbs, Minehead

Br P. Ahearne Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Not one to set your watch by but took advantage of a weak race at Uttoxeter despite looking typically hesitant off the bridle. That was 14 months ago, however, and not seen since. TFRHHHII BHA114

9 ALMINAR (IRE) (39) F/63-10P C

10 11-7

B g Arakan (USA) - Classic Magic (IRE) Adam Wedge

Mr Mark J. Phillips Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Daniel Fogarty Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Defied a long absence when making a winning yard debut at Ffos Las (23.8f) in November Consistency never been his strong suit, though, and he’s not scaled same heights either outing since. TFRHHIII BHA113

10 MORMON (IRE) (44) 5004-45

10 11-6

B g Stowaway - A Plus Ma Puce (FR) Bryan Carver

Pontispool Racing Club Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren

Br Cyril O’Hara Pontispool Equine Sports Centre

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2019 and hasn’t really threatened in a couple of starts for new yard

11 GALOP DU BOSC (FR) (43) 1133P5 C

HIIII BHA112

7 11-2

Ch g Vatori (FR) - Larisandre (FR) Charlie Price (3)

The Optimistic Racing Group Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Mr Emile Ouvry Tote, Dragonbet

TIMEFORMVIEWHurdleswinnerinFrancewhowon3onthebouncebetween theflagsduringthespringandmadeanimpressivedebutforTimVaughan in small-field Chepstow handicap (23.6f, good) in October. Not so good since, however, markedly so last twice TFRHIIII BHA108

12 MAX DYNAMO (GB) (288) 21113P- D

13 10-13

B g Midnight Legend - Vivante (IRE) Harrison Beswick (3) Mrs M. J. Wilson Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Br Mrs M. J. Wilson NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed his hat-trick at Wincanton in February. Posted another solid effort when third of 7 in handicap chase there but not seen since shaping as if amiss in April. Tongue strap back on TFRHHHII BHA105

2022: DR KANANGA 8 11 5 Ben Jones 7-2 (Ben Clarke) 17 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 7, 8.

Stewards Note:

MAX DYNAMO: Following its run on 21/4/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer an easier surface.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Fairlawn Flyer (GB), 4-1 In Rem (FR), Lyrical Genius (IRE), 11-1 Sandy Boy (IRE), 14-1 Premier d’Troice (FR), Max Dynamo (GB), 22-1 Silver In Disguise (GB), 25-1 Alminar (IRE), 28-1 Arrivederci (FR), 33-1 The Mulcair (IRE), 40-1 Mormon (IRE), Galop du Bosc (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 4.05

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE JOIN OUR FREE BET CLUB AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £10200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4120, 2nd £2059, 3rd £1030, 4th £515, 5th £257. (Penalty Value £5386.62)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Nicholls (60 wins from 221 runners, 27%) runs INCA DE LAFAYETTE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runs SANTOS BLUE LONGEST TRAVELLER: GLADIATEUR ALLEN trained by J Williams, South Molton, 95 miles.

Lots with chances SANTOS BLUE was greatly improved refitted with a tongue strap when making a winning handicap debut at Wetherby and Dan Skelton’s son of Blue Bresil can make light of a 7lb rise with the headgear again sported.The handily weighted Haas Boy could emerge as the chief threat, although returning duo On The Wild Side and Inca de Lafayette need considering too, especially if the market speaks in their favour

1-2-3: 1.SANTOS BLUE 2.HAAS BOY (FR) 3.ON THE WILD SIDE (IRE) colours no horse age st lb

1 NEW FOUND FAME (IRE) (39) 1-P20

7 12-0

B g Fame And Glory - Coco Opera (IRE) Jonathan Burke

West Coast Haulage Limited Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Br R. Lynch Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWMade winning debut in 2 1/2m Uttoxeter novice hurdle in March on sole start last season Runner-up on second of his 3 starts so far this time round but well held on handicap bow at Kempton last time TFRHHHII BHA119

2 GLADIATEUR ALLEN (FR) (11) P-40463 D

7 12-0

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Une Epoque (FR) David Noonan

Mrs Jane Williams Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Br Mr Bruno Vagne Culverhill Farm Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning chase start at Exeter last season but it’s been all downhill over fences since Returned to form when third over hurdles at Ffos Las last time and needs to back it up now TFRHHHII BHA119 (+2)

3 ARE U WISE TO THAT (IRE) (43) 21-13

6 12-0

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pretty Puttens (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Mr Michael Geoghegan Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mrs Rita Kent Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Warwick bumper and followed up with easy success on Uttoxeter hurdling debut in October. Excellent third of 6 in novice at Ayr (21.4f) 43 days ago so much respected on his handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA119

4 HAAS BOY (FR) (37) 2412-F4 BF

6 11-13

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Naker Mome (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies

Mr Malcolm Olden Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORMVIEWBagged 2m maiden at Huntingdon in March and would have made a winning handicap debut but for falling at Ludlow on return. Turned out quickly when below form fourth at Catterick (19.3f) 37 days ago but sort to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA118

5 MARTINHAL (IRE) (37) 110/0P-5 D

8 11-11

B g Westerner - Gweedara (IRE) Fergus Gillard (3)

Mrs Lynne Maclennan David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mrs A. Young W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEW Dropping quickly in the weights but continues well below par, off 13 months/had wind op before remote fifth in handicap hurdle at Leicester (15.5f) 37 days ago. Blinkered for 1st time

6 KATESON (GB) (38) 25666-0 CD

Gr g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Silver Kate (IRE)

Mr David M. Richards

TFRHHIII BHA116

10 11-10

Robert Dunne

Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br D. M. Richards Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful performer at best but struggled towards the end of last season and reappearance effort at Chepstow was hardly inspiring. C&D winner yet others appeal a lot more. TFRHHIII BHA115

7 NO NO TONIC (GB) (39) 5-34101

9 11-10

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Karinga Madame James Davies

Mr N. J. McMullan Mark Gillard, Sherborne

Br R. Jenner & J. Green Ascot Park Polo Club

TIMEFORMVIEW Likeable mare who enhanced an excellent record at Wincanton when scoring easily over 2m there on Boxing Day. Should go well again despite taking 11lb hike in the weights. TFRHHHII BHA115

KEPAGGE (IRE) (24) 460/-635 C D

B g Getaway (GER) - Miracle Lady

9 11-10

Tom Scudamore

Mrs Sarah Ling David Pipe, Wellington

Br Gareth Adair W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Won bumper and novice hurdles on first 3 starts under Rules back in 2019/20. Hasn’t kicked on in a light career since, weakening fifth over 23f at Exeter last time Drops back in trip with cheekpieces added. TFRHHIII BHA115

9 ON THE WILD SIDE (IRE) (455) 6/110/UP-

10 11-8

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Clear Riposte (IRE) Charlie Hammond

M Albon & M P Tudor Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Mrs Mary Ahearne Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWDual 2m winner over hurdles in autumn of 2020 Failed to complete both starts over fences the following year and missed all of 2022. In good hands so can’t be ruled out after a wind op off a handy-looking mark TFRHHHII BHA113

10

INCA DE LAFAYETTE (FR) (302) 634113-

5 11-8

Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Queen de Lafayette (FR) Harry Cobden

Owners Group 100 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br E.A.R.L. de Lustiere Owners Group

TIMEFORM VIEW French bumper scorer who made a winning British/hurdles debut at Taunton last February. Only third of 5 in novice (8/11) there when last seen 10 months ago but can’t be discounted on handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA113

11 YOUR BAND (GB) (538) 04/2352-

8 11-5

B g Helmet (AUS) - Kampai Nick Scholfield

Only Fools Own Horses Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br Miss A. J. Rawding & P. M. Crane Bowline Utilities Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced since twice successful at Uttoxeter in 2019 and returns now after 17 months off. Has his fitness to prove TFRHHHII BHA110

12

SUPER DUPER SAM (GB) (45) 2245-2F

7 11-5

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - With Grace Brendan Powell

Mr D. V. Stevens Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Shade Oak Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who has shown fair form over hurdles and was running creditably before falling at Plumpton last time Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA110

13 SANTOS BLUE (GB) (39) 2-40501

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Maybe Plenty

6 11-3

Mr Ben Sutton (7)

Mr N. Sutton Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Nick Sutton & Adam Waugh Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWWinning pointer who was refitted with a tongue strap when much improved to land 11-runner handicap at Wetherby (19.7f, 10/1) under this rider 39 days ago. Up 7lb but has more to offer. Player TFRHHHHH BHA108

14

BLUFFMEIFYOUCAN (GB) (35) 0001-0P D

6 11-3

Br g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Cita Verda (FR) Lucy Gardner

Mr A Leach and Mr D V Gardner Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br Mickley Stud & Mr & Mrs R. A. Green Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with success in an Exeter novice hurdle (18.5f) but has run modestly in handicaps both starts this winter Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA108

15

THE HEIGHT OF FAME (GB) (44) 4-11114

6 11-0

B m Fame And Glory - Good Thinking Gavin Sheehan

Barrow Hill Keiran Burke, Whitcombe

Br Barrow Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved this season, completing her 4-timer at Exeter (21.6f) in November Solid fourth of 11 at Taunton (23.9f) 44 days ago. Likely she can be competitive again. TFRHHHII BHA105

2022: THE STREET (IRE) 6 11 4 Tom Bellamy 7-2 (Emma Lavelle) 10 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 8, 9, 13, 14. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 15.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

BLUFFMEIFYOUCAN: Following its run on 30/12/2022 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Inca de Lafayette (FR), Santos Blue (GB), 9-1 Haas Boy (FR), No No Tonic (GB), 10-1 Are U Wise To That (IRE), 12-1 On The Wild Side (IRE), 14-1 Gladiateur Allen (FR), 18-1 Martinhal (IRE), Kateson (GB), 20-1 Kepagge (IRE), Super Duper Sam (GB), The Height of Fame (GB), 22-1 New Found Fame (IRE), Your Band (GB), 150-1 Bluffmeifyoucan (GB)

SEVENTH RACE 4.40

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE CAZOO OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £4800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Nicholls (60 wins from 221 runners, 27%) runs HURRICANE DANNY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runs DELGANY BOBBY BLUE LONGEST TRAVELLER: EBONY SPIRIT trained by H Whittington, Sparsholt, 98 miles.

The market will no doubt prove informative with regards to the newcomers but SPIRITS BAY looked a good prospect when comfortably landing a C&D bumper 11 weeks ago (value for extra having come from the back of the field). With further improvement not out of the equation, NigelTwiston-Davies’charge is fancied to follow up. Beachcomber, Duc du Rene and Hurricane Danny are just a handful of potential dangers

1-2-3: 1.SPIRITS BAY 2.BEACHCOMBER (FR) 3.DUC DU RENE (IRE) colours no horse age st lb

1 SPIRITS BAY (GB) (77) 1 CD

5 11-9

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Silver Coaster (IRE) Finn Lambert (5)

Mr & Mrs P Carter, J.A.B Old, M Sanders Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br A. Wintle & R. Johnson Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW£12,000 3-y-o, Black Sam Bellamy gelding who looked a good prospect when making a winning debut in a C&D bumper (good to soft) 11 weeks ago, value for extra in coming from the back of the field Leading claims under a penalty

2 BEACHCOMBER (FR) (68) 4

TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 11-2

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Alpes du Sud (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Mrs E. J. Wills Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mr Philippe Rainteau Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWBeaten 24 lengths when fourth in a 7-runner Carlisle bumper (17f) on debut but better was clearly expected (sent off at 5/2) and did sustain a challenge until final 1f, so improvement should be forthcoming

3 DELGANY BOBBY BLUE (GB) (300) P-

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Pretty Neat (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-2

Harry Skelton

Charles And Rachel Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester

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

TIMEFORMVIEWBlue Bresil gelding Half-brother to useful hurdler/top-class chaser Any Second Now, stays 4 1/4m, and fair hurdler/ fairly useful chaser Roxboro Road, stays 3m Pulled up sole start in points but could have a say on Rules debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 DUC DU RENE (IRE) (-)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lady Rene (IRE)

Mr & Mrs William Rucker

5 11-2

Adam Wedge

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Ms M. McKenna Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW£65,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including useful chaser Annie Angel and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Myztique, stayed 2 3/4m Market should prove informative.

5 EBONY SPIRIT (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Br g Frammassone (IRE) - Dayamen Daryl Jacob

Lead The Way Syndicate Harry Whittington, Sparsholt

Br Meadow Park Stud CHD Property

TIMEFORM VIEW Frammassone gelding. Brother to modest hurdler/fairly useful chaser Cedar Hill Dam ran twice over hurdles. Hooded, and his trainer’s newcomers command respect. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 HURRICANE DANNY (FR) (101) 0

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Tornade d’Ainay (FR)

5 11-2

Harry Cobden

Martin Broughton & Friends 2 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mr Stephane Milaveau Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW €150,000 3-y-o, No Risk At All gelding who failed to meet expectations when eighth of 12 in bumper (5/1) at this C&D (good to soft) in October, perhaps needing the run more than anticipated. No surprise should he leave that effort behind TFRHHHII BHA-

7 LOOK OUT TO SEA (GB) (300) P-

6 11-2

B g Telescope (IRE) - Sainte Gig (FR) James Best

Mr Peter Hepworth Joe Tickle, Tiverton

Br Miss E. J. Wright

TIMEFORMVIEW Telescope gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including Goldgig and fairly useful hurdler Santera Dam unraced. Pulled up sole start in points (Apr 2022) Wears hood

TFRHHIII BHA-

MINELLA MAGICAL (IRE) (250) 5

5 11-2

B g Champs Elysees - Histoire de Moeurs (FR) Robert Williams (3)

Nikki Evans Racing Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Br Mrs Amy Collins

TIMEFORM VIEW Champs Elysees gelding Half-brother to bumper winner/fair hurdler Mabela, stayed 3m Dam 2m/17f hurdle/ chase winner, also smart 10.5f-1 1/2m winner on Flat Well held only start in Irish points (May 2022) TFRHHIII BHA-

9 PARSONS STONE (IRE) (578) 4-

6 11-2

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Tetou (IRE) Sean Houlihan

Mr R. Stephens Robert Stephens, Caldicot

Br Mr J. P. Dwan

TIMEFORM VIEW Leading Light gelding who showed a bit when mid-field in a Worcester bumper (16f, good to soft) 19 months ago. Probably best watched returning from such an absence TFRHHIII BHA-

10 ROYAL DEFENDER (IRE) (101) 15

5 11-2

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Kings Sister (IRE) Tom Scudamore

Prof Caroline Tisdall and Bryan Drew David Pipe, Wellington

Br Thomas Mulhern W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in Irish points and while he didn’t come up to expectations when fifth in a C&D bumper over 3 months ago (sent off 3/1), he might well come on for that Tongue tie applied. TFRHHHII BHA-

11 MY DREAM (GB) (29) 0

5 10-9

B m Proclamation (IRE) - Scarlett O’Tara Charlie Price (3)

Mrs D. Thomas Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Richard Davies

TIMEFORM VIEW Proclamation mare who finished tailed off in bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy, 40/1) on debut 29 days ago. Likely to need more time. TFRHIIII BHA-

12

PASSING KATE (GB) (20) 5

6 10-9

B m Passing Glance - Another Kate (IRE) Conor Ring (3)

Mr David M. Richards Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br D. M. Richards

TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance mare who was always behind when fifth in bumper at Warwick (16f, heavy, 5/1) on debut 20 days ago. Tough to envisage her featuring. TFRHHIII BHA-

13 SWEET SAFFRON (GB) (-)

Br m Telescope (IRE) - Miss Saffron

6 10-9

Gavin Sheehan

Mr P. A. Tylor Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br P. A. Tylor

TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope mare Dam 2 1/2m-3m hurdle/chase winner (stayed 3 3/4m), half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (17f-3 3/4m winner) Sea Saffron. Likely best watched.

14 YORGUNNABEALADY (GB) (-)

B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Sunsational Girl

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 10-9

Robert Dunne

Mr Brian Eckley Brian Eckley, Brecon

Br B. J. Eckley

TIMEFORM VIEW Yorgunnabelucky mare. Dam, well held in bumpers/over hurdles, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) Lend A Hand Son. Check market for clues. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Hood worn first time by No. 5, 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10.

2022: SPORTING ACE (IRE) 6 11 2 Jack Quinlan 11-2 (Neil King) 10 ran

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Spirits Bay (GB), 15-2 Duc du Rene (IRE), 17-2 Royal Defender (IRE), 9-1 Beachcomber (FR), Delgany Bobby Blue (GB), 10-1 Hurricane Danny (FR), 12-1 Ebony Spirit (IRE), 20-1 Look Out To Sea (GB), 25-1 Yorgunnabealady (GB), 33-1 Parsons Stone (IRE), 40-1 Minella Magical (IRE), Sweet Saffron (GB), 50-1 Passing Kate (GB), 100-1 My Dream (GB)

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NOTICES, WEIGHTS, PEDIGREES

Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration All horses must parade in the Parade Ring, except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post