Chepstow Racecard – Saturday 25th February

horse’s name

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colour since graphic age weight st-lbs days since last ran

1 NATIVE RIVER (IRE) (31) 3321-21

Ch g Indian River (FR) - Native Mo (IRE)

611-12

Richard Johnson

Brocade Racing Colin Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Fred Mackey TZZ Estates Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW

Grade1novicewinnerlasttermand progressed againtoland theHennessy at Newbury last time by 1/2 length from Carole’s Destrier.Welltreatedunder penaltywith furtherimprovementoncards TFR HHHHH BHA155 (+8)

KEY OwnerBreeding Breeder Jockey

Star Ratings Explained

Eachhorse hasbeengiven astarrating,these aredefined below:

HHHHH Selectedtowin therace.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed

HHHII By no meansout of thereckoning but

HHIII at leastone or twoholdstrongerclaims HIIII Unlikelytowin butnot totallywithout hope IIIII Canbegiven little or no chance

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

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) The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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The Chepstow Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.

A warm welcome to Chepstow for our Six Nations Race Day.

There are eight races today with 97 declared runners – once again the support we have received from owners and trainers has been exceptional. I’d like to wish everyone the best of luck with their runners.

I would like to thank Pertemps for their race sponsorship this afternoon. They have supported this fixture for many years and I hope their guests have an enjoyable day with us.

After racing we will be showing the Wales v England Six Nations game on the big screen in the Bonanza Boy Marquee. The game starts at 4.45pm.

We have a busy programme of race days coming up with the Mothering Sunday meeting on March 19th and Easter Monday Family Day on April 10th. For Dragon Bet Grand National Race Day on Saturday 15th April we will be operating a huge sweepstake for all customers to participate in – details to follow soon.

One new event we have just launched is Abba Race Night on Saturday 10th June. Later this summer we are working in partnership with Live Nation for three great outdoor concerts – Lionel Richie on Friday 30th June, Lewis Capaldi on Saturday 1st July and George Ezra on Sunday 2nd July – tickets are available from Ticketmaster

On a personal note, I have taken a role as Regional Director South West for ARC and will now oversee Chepstow, Hereford, Ffos Las and Worcester As a result, we are recruiting for a new Executive Director/General Manager at Chepstow. Anyone interested in applying can email me at (pbell@arenaracingcompany.co.uk).

There’s racing at Hereford tomorrow with seven races from 1.50pm. Have a great day at Chepstow today and I look forward to welcoming you back for another event.

Phil Bell Regional Director South West

CHEPSTOW RACECOURSE is part of Arena Racing Company which includes; Bath, Brighton, Doncaster, Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Great Yarmouth, Hereford, Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Royal Windsor, Sedgefield, Southwell, Uttoxeter, Wolverhampton and Worcester racecourses

FIRST RACE 12.47

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

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3422, 2nd £1711, 3rd £855, 4th £428. (Penalty Value £4465.72)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (17 wins from 126 runners, 13%) runs DIRK GENTLY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs BOOM BOOM LONGEST TRAVELLER: DREAM BET trained by P Gundry, Ottery St Mary, 83 miles.

Not a strong maiden on paper and RAMBO T is well worth another chance up in trip having not been seen to best effect at Uttoxeter 4 weeks ago Boom Boom is probably worth sticking with for Nicky Henderson, while market support for The Olympian would be interesting.

1-2-3: 1.RAMBO T (IRE) 2.BOOM BOOM (IRE) 3.THE OLYMPIAN (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 ABBEYHILL (IRE) (57) P1-00

6 11-9

B g Shirocco (GER) - Tenable Harry Reed Colony Stables , Bunch & Dicks

Br Miss A. Lindsell

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but heavy defeats both starts under Rules, latterly on hurdles debut having changed hands. Tongue tie back on

2 A DEFINITE GETAWAY (IRE) (27) 0646

B g Getaway (GER) - Def It Vic (IRE)

Bruton Street UK - III

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-9

Luca Morgan

Ben Pauling, Naunton

Br Cathal Ennis Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held at Southwell last time but his previous Huntingdon fourth in a strongerlooking race looks solid.

3 BIG BLUE MOON (GB) (46) 003

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Don And Gerry (IRE)

Barrett, Meredith, Panniers, Wilde

TFRHHHII BHA112

6 11-9

Stan Sheppard

Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br Mr P. Barrett & Mr J. Meredith Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more than on his hurdling debut when third at Exeter 7 weeks ago having been better placed Has races in him.

4 BOOM BOOM (IRE) (99) 32-0

B g Califet (FR) - She Is A Cracker (FR)

Unique Financial Racing Partnership

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-9

Paul O’Brien

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Philip Heskin Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful form when placed both starts in bumpers last season but he came in only eighth on his hurdling bow in 19f Ascot novice in November Back from a wind op now and remains with potential for leading yard

5 DEAR RALPHY (IRE) (23) 64-0P0

TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 11-9

B g Westerner - Letterwoman (IRE) Ben Godfrey (3) Mr J. Pike

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br Patrick Mulcahy geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in bumpers/2 runs over hurdles, looking one for staying handicaps in the longer term

6 DIRK GENTLY (IRE) (20) 006

Ch g Mahler - Jumpingjude (IRE)

BDR Syndicates & Graeme McPherson

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-9

Liam Harrison (3)

Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br John Connolly Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 3 starts, shaping like a stayer making his hurdling debut in a first-time tongue strap after 10 weeks off at Hereford recently

7 EL RIO (IRE) (105) 0-01

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-9

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Princess Jaffa (IRE) Ciaran Gethings

Rio Grandees Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Miss Tara Doran Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Held in bumpers in Ireland but won a point in November

TFRHHHII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

HILL OF TARA (GB) (443) 5-

6 11-9

B g Kayf Tara - Patsie Magern Charlie Deutsch

B B Racing Club Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Mr John Benfield Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW From a good jumping family and offered a bit in Warwick bumper in December 2021

TFRHHHII BHA-

9

MINELLA MAGICAL (IRE) (22) 50

5 11-9

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

Nikki Evans Racing Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Br Mrs Amy Collins Radnor Hills

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in point and bumper here.

10

RAMBO T (IRE) (28) 321-322 BF

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-9

B g Ocovango - Biddy’s Boru (IRE) Sean Bowen

Mpb Contractors Limited Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Gavin Dower

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful bumper winner who has made a decent start over hurdles, probably not seen to best effect when second at Uttoxeter 4 weeks ago, lacking the change of pace of a winner who was useful on the Flat. Longer trip should suit and he looks the way to go

11

RIVERS CORNER (GB) (27) 054

TFRHHHHH BHA115

5 11-9

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Whisky Rose (IRE) James Best

Nick Case, Syd Hosie, John Romans

Br Distillery Stud

Syd Hosie, Sherborne

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers and shaped with a little encouragement making hurdling bow at Fontwell 4 weeks ago. One for the longer term

12 THE OLYMPIAN (IRE) (627) 5/-

TFRHHHII BHA-

7 11-9

Ch g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Basira (FR) Bryan Carver

Mr John P. McManus Alan King, Barbury Castle

Br Knocktoran Stud&Beshellstown Trading Co Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly raced/fairly useful form on Flat. Well held tried over hurdles 2 years ago. Another long absence to overcome but interesting that top connections have kept the faith.

13

DREAM BET (GB) (7) PP

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Gr m Dream Eater (IRE) - Tanner Bet Sean Houlihan

Michael & Will Potter Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary

Br Michael Potter

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up both starts over hurdles 8 months apart (looked hard ride on first occasion)

14

LUCKY DRAW (GB) (120)

B m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Lucky Breeze (IRE)

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 11-2

Conor Ring (3)

Mr Daniel John Bourne Daniel Bourne, Varteg

Br Mr E. de Giles & Mr C. Shand Kydd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on the Flat and hard to fancy on hurdles debut for new yard

TFRHIIII BHA-

2022: MARCO ISLAND (IRE) 5 11 7 Rex Dingle 8-11 (Anthony Honeyball) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Hood worn by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note:

BOOM BOOM: Following its run on 18/11/2022 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

THE OLYMPIAN: Following its run on 8/6/2021 it was reported that the horse hung left and ended one shoe less

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Rambo T (IRE), 4-1 Boom Boom (IRE), 8-1 A Definite Getaway (IRE), 17-2 The Olympian (IRE), 14-1 Hill of Tara (GB), 22-1 El Rio (IRE), 25-1 Big Blue Moon (GB), 50-1 Dirk Gently (IRE), Rivers Corner (GB), 66-1 Dear Ralphy (IRE), 100-1 Abbeyhill (IRE), Lucky Draw (GB), 150-1 Minella Magical (IRE), 500-1 Dream Bet (GB)

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SECOND RACE 1.22

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

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3422, 2nd £1711, 3rd £855, 4th £428. (Penalty Value £4465.72)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Nicholls (60 wins from 224 runners, 27%) runs IOUPY COLLONGES

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs IOUPY COLLONGES LONGEST TRAVELLER: BAMPTON STAR trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 83 miles.

IOUPY COLLONGES won a bumper at Hereford in November before filling the runner-up berth when switched to hurdles for the first time at Exeter last month. The Paul Nicholls-trained five-year-old is expected to be sharper for that initial effort over timber and gets the vote to go one better. Moonshine Spirit and Bertie Blue are the pair most likely to serve it up to the selection.

1-2-3: 1.IOUPY COLLONGES (FR) 2.BERTIE BLUE 3.RANGING BEAR

colours no horse age st lb

1 BAMPTON STAR (GB) (84) 0P

6 11-9

B g Kayf Tara - United (GER) Rex Dingle

George and Glenda Giles Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br R. B. Holt Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORMVIEW Twice-raced maiden 100/1, pulled up in novice hurdle here (23.6f, good) 84 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time with lots to find

2 BERTIE BLUE (GB) (26) 0525-3

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-9

Joe Anderson (7) Biltmore Syndicate Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Madame Allsorts

Br R & R Musson Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORMVIEWBlue Bresil gelding who showed fairly useful form in bumpers and caught the eye on his hurdling bow when running-on third of 10 at Plumpton (2m4f) last month. Firmly in the picture

3 CHESTNUT PETE (GB) (15) 5/20/-330

TFRHHHHI BHA-

8 11-9

Ch g Native Ruler - Rabbit Ciaran Gethings

Mike Harris Racing Club Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn

Br Messrs M. E. & A. D. I. Harris W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair hurdler who looked rusty after 9 months off when seventh of 8 in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Bangor (16.7f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Can take a step forward now. TFRHHHII BHA105

4 DEADLY MISSILE (IRE) (27) 5P1-000

6 11-9

Br g Presenting - Daisy’s Sister Ben Poste

Mrs Rosemary Gasson Rosemary Gasson, Banbury

Br Mrs D. Cashman Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at third attempt between the flags but has shown nothing both starts under Rules (bumper/novice hurdle).

5 GET WITH THE TIMES (GB) (27) 6

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-9

B g Getaway (GER) - Pass The Time Harry Reed Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Mike Burbidge

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, sixth of 14 in bumper at Fontwell (17.7f, soft) on NH debut 27 days ago. Makes hurdles debut

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 HANDS OFF (IRE) (29) 6-24r

) )

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Gaye Lady (IRE)

Bartlett & Speelman

5 11-9

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Knocktartan House Stud Albert Bartlett

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful maiden hurdler. Still going well when ran out 3 out in novice at Doncaster (19.4f) 29 days ago. Holds very good form claims if putting best foot forward. TFRHHHHI BHA117

7 IOUPY COLLONGES (FR) (46) 2312 BF

5 11-9

B g Kitkou (FR) - Une Collonges (FR)

Br G.A.E.C Delorme Freres

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Ben Bromley (7) Million in Mind Partnership

Goffs UK Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a bumper at Hereford in November before making a promising start over hurdles when second of 10 in 2m Exeter novice last month. Player with more to come over this longer trip TFRHHHHH BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

ITO DITTO (FR) (33) 4006

5 11-9

B g Ito (GER) - Morning Moon Paul O’Brien

Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead

Br Ecurie Des Charmes & Mr M. Martinez

Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who hinted at promise when keeping-on sixth of 15 in novice hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft) 33 days ago. Up in trip Considered TFRHHHII BHA-

9

MOONSHINE SPIRIT (GB) (99) 2-44 BF

6 11-9

B g Telescope (IRE) - Liqueur Rose Liam Harrison (3)

The FOB Racing Partnership 5 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br C. F. C. Jackson Bresbet

TIMEFORMVIEW Telescope gelding who has made the frame on all his 3 outings in bumpers. Steps up in distance for his hurdling bow and highly respected for leading yard TFRHHHII BHA-

10

RANGING BEAR (IRE) (30) 0

5 11-9

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Eireann Rose (IRE) Sean Bowen

Mr John P. McManus Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Mr K. D. Cotter

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched €90,000 as a 3-y-o and he made an encouraging start when seventh of 17 in novice hurdle at Wetherby (16f, 8/1) 30 days ago. Up in trip Sure to improve so he’s shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA-

11

TWP STORI (GB) (33) 00

5 11-9

Ch g Proconsul - Gulf Punch James Best

Mrs T. P. James Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Br Mickley Stud Tote, Radnor Hills

TIMEFORMVIEW Tailed off in a Hereford bumper on debut and fared little better sent hurdling last month, well held in a Ffos Las novice TFRHHIII BHA-

12

PASSING KATE (GB) (22) 50

6 11-2

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

Mr David M. Richards Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br D. M. Richards

TIMEFORMVIEW Passing Glance mare who has offered little in bumpers at Warwick and Chepstow this winter Lots more required now going hurdling

13

TIPTOE TARA (GB) (14) 3

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-2

B m Kayf Tara - Gioiello Stan Sheppard

Miss Laura Wallis Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Br Little Lodge Farm Matt Sheppard Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1 and tongue strap on, keeping-on third of 11 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft) on NH debut 14 days ago. Up in trip with more required. TFRHHIII BHA-

2022: (See Div 1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 13.

Stewards Note:

DEADLY MISSILE: Following its run on 29/1/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Ioupy Collonges (FR), 7-2 Bertie Blue (GB), 5-1 Moonshine Spirit (GB), Ranging Bear (IRE), 10-1 Chestnut Pete (GB), 12-1 Tiptoe Tara (GB), 20-1 Get With The Times (GB), 25-1 Ito Ditto (FR), 66-1 Passing Kate (GB), Bampton Star (GB), 100-1 Deadly Missile (IRE), 100-1 Twp Stori (GB)

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THIRD RACE 1.57

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK EMEA HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Final)

Total prize fund £11200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4524, 2nd £2261, 3rd £1131, 4th £566, 5th £282. (Penalty Value £5914.72)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Nicholls (60 wins from 224 runners, 27%) runs INCA DE LAFAYETTE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs INCA DE LAFAYETTE FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2018 and 2022. The stable runs INCA DE LAFAYETTE today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: RIVER BRAY trained by V Dartnall, Barnstaple, 85 miles.

TOTTERDOWN returned to Richard Phillips with victory at Leicester and, while he’s not been seen for 3 months subsequently, he’s capable of going in again. Cousu Main was impressive at Uttoxeter on his latest outing, so he’s considered a danger along with Go Dante.

1-2-3: 1.TOTTERDOWN 2.COUSU MAIN (FR) 3.GO DANTE

colours no horse age st lb

1 THE PINK’N (GB) (26) 2224/-40

7 12-2

Gr g Dunaden (FR) - Lady Friend Daniel Sansom (3)

Mrs P. de W. Johnson Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

Br Mrs P. de W. Johnson We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful form in this sphere a couple of seasons back but not firing of late. TFRHHIII BHA127

2 RATHMACKNEE (IRE) (28) 2-101PP

7 12-0

B g Jet Away - Let’s Park (IRE) Ben Bromley (7) Million in Mind Partnership Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Arctic Tack Stud Goffs UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickening up to lead late on at Doncaster (19.5f) in December Easy to excuse next run but was pulled up at Uttoxeter on latest and has a bit to prove TFRHHIII BHA125

3 GO DANTE (GB) (28) 1/124-5 BF

7 12-0

B g Kayf Tara - Whoops A Daisy Sean Bowen

Mrs Barbara Hester Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked good prospect with impressive victories in Wincanton bumper and Bangor novice hurdle last year Disappointing return at Uttoxeter but could bounce back now fully tuned up TFRHHHHI BHA125

4 TOTTERDOWN (GB) (90) 3F055/-1 D

12 11-13

B g Pasternak - Yeldham Lady Finn Lambert (5)

The Adlestrop Club Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Mrs S. H. Jones and Mr M. Thomson Tori Global

TIMEFORMVIEWBack with former yard and won 6-runner handicap hurdle at Leicester (15.5f, soft, 15/2) 90 days ago, responding well Remains with handicapping scope and is worth chancing to follow up TFRHHHHH BHA124

5 AL ZARAQAAN (GB) (27) 111105 D

6 11-12

Br g Golden Horn - Asheerah Paul O’Brien Hambleton Racing Ltd XVIII & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart at best on Flat and positive start over hurdles, making it 4 on the spin at Musselburgh in December Disappointing at Sedgefield last time and needs the race run to suit. TFRHHHII BHA123

6 RIVER BRAY (IRE) (18) 5616-01 D

Ch g Arakan (USA) - Cill Fhearga (IRE)

10 11-9

Miss Heidi Stevens (7)

The River Bray Syndicate Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple

Br Mr John William Noonan Hartnoll Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW Isn’t the easiest to catch right but he stepped up markedly on his reappearance effort to land 10-runner Taunton handicap (16.5f) 18 days ago, making the running and always holding on Whether he’ll be in same form here is open to question TFRHHHII BHA120

7 ZAMBEZI FIX (FR) (51) 0F-3042 D

8 11-9

Gr g Zambezi Sun - Lady Fix (FR) Robert Williams (3)

Mr Gethyn Mills & Mr B. J. Llewellyn Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

Br Mr Olivier Tricot & Mr Max Hennau

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventeen runs since his last win in 2020 but he’s on a reasonable mark and his latest second at Ffos Las was a solid showing One to consider TFRHHHII BHA120

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

TONIC (GB) (22) 341012

9 11-7

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Karinga Madame Fergus Gillard (3)

Mr N. J. McMullan Mark Gillard, Sherborne

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

TIMEFORMVIEWLikeable mare who enhanced an excellent record at Wincanton when scoring easily over 2m there on Boxing Day. Good second at this course last time and likely to put up another bold showing. TFRHHHHI BHA118

9

COUSU MAIN (FR) (28) 4-60301 D

7 11-4

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Just Pegasus (USA) Thomasina Eyston (7)

Lycett Racing Ltd

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki Wastecom NRG Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Career best when winning 10-runner handicap hurdle (11/4) at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) 28 days ago, easily. Both wins have now come at that track, but he’s a player if able to back it up TFRHHHHI BHA115

10 GRIS MAJEUR (FR) (25) 10-100P

Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Partie Majeure (FR)

6 11-3

Sean Houlihan

Mr Brian Davies Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br G.FA. Du Pont Rouge

TIMEFORMVIEW Ludlow novice hurdle winner in May but cut little ice in handicaps since and may need some help from the assessor TFRHIIII BHA114

11 INCA DE LAFAYETTE (FR) (22) 34113-6 D

5 11-1

Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Queen de Lafayette (FR) Lorcan Williams

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. Has only run twice since but should strip fitter for his return at this course 22 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA112

12 PETTICOAT LUCY (IRE) (19) 1P0-4P4

7 10-8

B m Fame And Glory - Matties Isle (IRE) Rex Dingle

Mr I F Gosden and Mr DJ Coles Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br Miss Margo Murphy Brendon Powerwashers

Landed a mares ’ novice hurdle at Wincanton (2m) last winter. Not the most consistent but latest fourth at Fontwell was a reasonable showing TFRHHHII BHA105

2022: HACKER DES PLACES (FR) 5 11 7 Angus Cheleda 2-1 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note:

RATHMACKNEE: Following its run on 28/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

GO DANTE: Following its run on 28/1/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Totterdown (GB), 13-2 Go Dante (GB), 7-1 Cousu Main (FR), 15-2 No No Tonic (GB), 9-1 River Bray (IRE), Inca de Lafayette (FR), 10-1 Zambezi Fix (FR), 14-1 Rathmacknee (IRE), Petticoat Lucy (IRE), 16-1 Al Zaraqaan (GB), 28-1 The Pink’n (GB), 150-1 Gris Majeur (FR)

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FOURTH RACE 2.32

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 98YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £9200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1857, 3rd £929, 4th £465, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (15 wins from 134 runners, 11%) runs HOMETOWN HERO

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): V Williams (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runs VALLERES

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SMALL BAD BOB trained by P Henderson, Whitsbury, 70 miles.

An open-looking handicap and with that in mind a chance is taken on the returning VALLERES. Absent since running below form over hurdles last spring, some of his chase form for Alan King reads well and, with a good record fresh to call upon, it would come as no surprise to see him go well on debut forVenetia Williams Hometown Hero and Eaton Collina may emerge next best, whilst Henschke can’t be ruled out either

1-2-3: 1.VALLERES (FR) 2.HOMETOWN HERO (IRE) 3.EATON COLLINA (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

colours no horse age st lb

1 JACK IN THE BOX (IRE) (42) 41-333F D

6 12-2

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ouro Preto Robert Williams (3)

The Bill & Ben Partnership Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

Br Seamus McKeogh

TIMEFORM VIEWMaiden hurdle winner who matched pick of form in that sphere when third in Down Royal maiden chase (20f) on Boxing Day In process of running respectably when unseating at Fairyhouse next time and goes handicapping now having changed hands for £24,000 May do better still First-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA122

2 HOMETOWN HERO (IRE) (28) 10-33P2

8 12-0

B g Darsi (FR) - Kilcoltrim Society (IRE) Bridget Andrews Estate Research Limited Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mr S. Doyle Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point/novice hurdle winner who produced best effort to date when runner-up in a Uttoxeter handicap chase 4 weeks ago, edged out on line but clear of remainder 5lb higher mark to contend with now but he’s a player with a repeat TFRHHHHI BHA120

3 VALLERES (FR) (318) 1/333P6-

8 11-12

B g Coastal Path - Duchesse Pierji (FR) Charlie Deutsch

Forest Three Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Mr Pierre Julienne Faucets Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who won twice from 5 starts over hurdles during 2020/21 Promise initially over fences last winter prior to ending last campaign below form but fact he has gone well fresh previously is worth noting starting out for new yard off career-low mark. TFRHHHHH BHA118

4 TRIPLE TRADE (GB) (23) 30-FPP2 D

B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Doubly Guest

SJS Racing

7 11-8

Harry Kimber (3)

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Guy Bloodstock Ltd Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of a decent handicap hurdle at Lingfield around this time last year and, on the back of 3 non-completions over fences, he halted the slide when runner-up in this sphere at Wincanton (15.7f) 23 days ago. Return to further a plus if he can build on that here. TFRHHHII BHA114

5 HENSCHKE (IRE) (25) F3P-521

9 11-3

B g Mahler - Reserve The Right (IRE) Sean Bowen

Mrs T. Brown Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Desmond Devereux 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who, on the back of a second wind op has made a bright start over fences, runner-up at Hereford (20.8f) prior to going one place better at Ffos Las (20.9f) 25 days ago. May have more to offer if keeping the errors at bay. TFRHHHII BHA109

6 SMALL BAD BOB (IRE) (23) 3-4P535 D

B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Baileys Gleam

John H W Finch & Rockbourne Partnership

8 11-2

Sean Houlihan

Paul Henderson, Whitsbury

Br Swordlestown Stud Specialist Audio Company Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden pointer who tasted success 3 times over hurdles during 2021/22 campaign. Only one real effort of note in that sphere so far this term and others appeal that little bit more ahead of this switch to chasing TFRHHHII BHA108

7 POTTLERATH (IRE) (52) 51222P

B g Yeats (IRE) - Truffle Fairy (IRE)

Lost In The Summer Wine

Br Nicholas Teehan

8 11-1

Stan Sheppard

Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Matt Sheppard Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWSuccessful 3 times from a low base over hurdles during 2022, latterly at Hereford (21.7f) in October. Improved form when runner-up at up to 25.5f next 3 starts and whilst he turned in a rare modest effort latest, he could go well now tackling larger obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA107

8

EATON COLLINA (IRE) (26) 1U-34U5

8 11-1

B g Milan - Flowers On Sunday (IRE) Richard Patrick

Mrs H. Watson Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Br Oliver Loughlin Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWHerefordhurdleswinner(at19.7f)lastseason Solidenoughstartoverfencesthiswinter,goingwellwhenunseating4outatWetherby(24.2f)onpenultimate start prior to a respectable fifth at first-named venue (25.2f) 26 days ago. No reason why he won’t be thereabouts again back down in trip TFRHHHII BHA107

2022: TILE TAPPER 8 11 4 Bryan Carver 4-1 (Chris Honour) 10 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7.

Stewards Note:

POTTLERATH: Following its run on 4/1/2023 it was reported that the horse resented the tacky ground.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Hometown Hero (IRE), 4-1 Henschke (IRE), 13-2 Jack In The Box (IRE), 7-1 Eaton Collina (IRE), 8-1 Valleres (FR), Triple Trade (GB), 10-1 Pottlerath (IRE), 14-1 Small Bad Bob (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 3.07

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

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (Pertemps Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £20000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £7950, 2nd £3974, 3rd £1988, 4th £994, 5th £496, 6th £248. (Penalty Value £10406) Weights raised 12lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Nicholls (60 wins from 224 runners, 27%) runs SOUTHFIELD HARVEST & TAKE YOUR TIME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs SOUTHFIELD HARVEST & TAKE YOUR TIME LONGEST TRAVELLER: JON SNOW trained by G Baker, Chiddingfold, 114 miles.

A good handicap in which it may pay to focus on the unexposed sorts towards the foot of the weights OPERATION MANNA should have more to offer now stepping up in trip so he’s narrowly preferred to the hat-trick seeking The Kniphand. David Pipe’s representative Thanksforthehelp is another very interesting contender

1-2-3: 1.OPERATION MANNA 2.THE KNIPHAND (FR) 3.THANKSFORTHEHELP (FR)

colours no horse age st lb

1 JON SNOW (FR) (144) 11/0-315

8 12-0

Br g Le Havre (IRE) - Saroushka (FR) Luca Morgan

PJL Racing & Paul Bowden George Baker, Chiddingfold

Br Mr Elie Lellouche & Mlle Sarah Lellouche Vortex Shipbroking

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful hurdler who landed a maiden chase at Killarney in August Left Willie Mullins after a disappointing run at Galway (fences again) in October and watching brief is advised back hurdling for his new yard. TFRHHIII BHA140

2 BEAR GHYLLS (IRE) (21) 114/-304

8 11-13

Br g Arcadio (GER) - Inch Princess (IRE) Sean Bowen Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead

Br Mrs Mary Tynan Phelan Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWHad a fine season as a novice hurdler in 2020/21, winning his first 3 starts Shaped better than the bare result after 20 months off when third on chase debut at Carlisle but he hasn’t built on it twice since Cheekpieces back on Has something to prove at present TFRHHIII BHA139

3 GALILEO SILVER (IRE) (224) 1P2-212 D

8 11-7

Gr g Galileo (IRE) - Famous (IRE) Charlie Deutsch

Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Br Mt. Brilliant Broodmares II, LLC Potter Group

TIMEFORMVIEWDual chase winner last winter but also scored over hurdles at Ffos Las (3m) in June Ran well again when second at Market Rasen the following month but off since and he returns in a competitive race TFRHHHII BHA133

4 BALLYBEGG (IRE) (14) 1PP-P01

8 11-6

Niall Houlihan (3) Glass Half Full Kerry Lee, Presteigne

B g Mahler - Rebel Flyer (IRE)

Br Patrick Hennessy Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWLast 2 wins gained over 2 1/2m at Uttoxeter, bouncing back to form with a bang to comfortably see off 10 rivals a fortnight ago. Some of his 7lb rise is offset by Niall Houlihan’s claim but consistency isn’t his strong suit and he’s also unproven at this trip TFRHHIII BHA132

5 SOUTHFIELD HARVEST (GB) (23) 23/1-P4P C

D

9 11-4

B g Kayf Tara - Chamoss Royale (FR) Ben Bromley (7) Mrs Angela Yeoman & Mr Paul K. Barber

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mrs Angela Yeoman Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered only minor encouragement over fences since returning from an absence so hopes are pinned on a return to hurdling and first-time blinkers (replacing cheekpieces) sparking a revival. TFRHHIII BHA130

6 KINGS KEEPER (IRE) (25) 410231

B g Getaway (GER) - Fingal’s Sister (IRE)

Morris Morgan Racing

8 11-2

Richard Patrick

Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Br J. Kinsella Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFinallyoffthemarkinmaidenhurdleatWexfordinJune.WellheldonchasedebutatLimericknexttime(finalstartforHenrydeBromhead)but has made a good start for new yard back hurdling, placed twice at Uttoxeter before winning at Ffos Las (2 1/2m). Steps up in trip now

7 DUBROVNIK HARRY (IRE) (42) 3123-3P

B g Yeats (IRE) - Kashmir Lady (FR)

Manhole Covers Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA128

7 11-1

Bryan Carver

Harry Fry, Corscombe

Br J. H. Culloty Manhole Covers Ltd, Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORMVIEWPromising over hurdles last term, including a third in the competitive EBF Final at Sandown in March Also didn’t shape too badly on his chase debut/reappearance in November but he pulled up in Lanzarote Hurdle at Kempton on sole run since Up in trip TFRHHHII BHA127

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

QUEST (IRE) (22) 1P0-344

B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE)

Surrey Racing (SQ)

6 11-0

Paul O’Brien

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br S. McElroy Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked a good prospect over hurdles last season Hasn’t progressed as might have been hoped over fences this time round but this 6-y-o still has time on his side and a return to hurdles and addition of cheekpieces could give him a lift TFRHHHII BHA126

9 BELLS OF PETERBORO (IRE) (21) 422320 CD

Gr g Carlotamix (FR) - Power of Future (GER)

Mr S. Grys & Mr M. O’Boyle

8 11-0

William Kennedy

Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br J. B. Bloodstock Ltd Designation Limited, Hercules Direct Marketing Ltd, Dragonbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who made the frame again when returned to hurdles over C&D on Welsh National day. Creditable seventh of 14 in a competitive Sandown handicap since but it underlines he needs a bit more from this mark TFRHHHII BHA126

10 TOP OF THE BILL (IRE) (24) 44-2141 CD

B g Fame And Glory - Glory Days (GER)

7 10-13

Jordan Nailor

Mr Charlie Walker Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Miss Jackie O’Flynn P3P Partners LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to open his account in C&D handicap in December and back to winning ways with cheekpieces added (retained) at Exeter 24 days ago. One of 2 solid contenders for a stable which won this race 12 months ago. TFRHHHHI BHA125

11 TAKE YOUR TIME (IRE) (84) 2/11PP-6 CD

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Don’t Be Bleu (IRE)

Owners Group 060

8 10-11

Lorcan Williams

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Gabriel O’Gara Owners Group

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked very much on the up when winning over C&D in December 2021 Progress has stalled since but he might have needed his C&D reappearance over Christmas and there’s still time for him to get back on the up TFRHHHII BHA123

12 MY BOBBY DAZZLER (GB) (50) 1430-P5

8 10-10

B g Malinas (GER) - Ease And Grace Alex Edwards (3)

Mr Bob Barrett Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Bob Barrett Adm Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Won at Aintree last term but hasn’t made much impact on either outing this term and he’ll need to up his game to figure here. TFRHIIII BHA122

13 THE KNIPHAND (FR) (29) 225411 D

5 10-8

B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - La Chichina (FR) Finn Lambert (5)

Mr D. Owens Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Mr Emmanuel Le Roux Capital Reinforcing

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for step up to 3m when landing back-to-back Doncaster handicaps in recent months. Raised another 7lb but it’s unlikely he’s reached his limit yet. TFRHHHHI BHA120

14 OPERATION MANNA (GB) (61) 121-13 C BF

7 10-7

B g Champs Elysees - Vickers Vimy Stan Sheppard Lady Cobham Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br Lady Cobham Plusbac

TIMEFORMVIEWBumper/maiden hurdle winner last term who took another step forward when scoring on his 19.5f course reappearance in November Creditable third at Newcastle since and remains a handicapper with potential, particularly now stepping up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA119

15

THANKSFORTHEHELP (FR) (61) 4322-34 BF

Gr g Martaline - Agathe du Berlais (FR)

6 10-5

Kevin Brogan

Mr John P. McManus David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mr Mickael Fennessy W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWEncouragingthirdinabigfieldatPunchestownonhishandicapdebutlastApril.Shapedabitbetterthanresultwhenfourthon21fWetherbyreturn on Boxing Day. Has subsequently undergone wind surgery. Also has first-time cheekpieces added to his tongue strap. Interesting runner TFRHHHHI BHA117

2022: BALLYANDY 11 11 2 Finn Lambert 4-1 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 8 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 8, 15.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8, 15. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 10, 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 15.

Stewards Note:

SOUTHFIELD HARVEST: Following its run on 2/2/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower L/H track.

DUBROVNIK HARRY: Following its run on 14/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Operation Manna (GB), 7-1 The Kniphand (FR), 8-1

Thanksforthehelp (FR), 9-1 Top of The Bill (IRE), 12-1 Kings Keeper (IRE), 16-1 Galileo Silver (IRE), Ballybegg (IRE), Take Your Time (IRE), 18-1 Dubrovnik Harry (IRE), Surrey Quest (IRE), 20-1 Jon Snow (FR), Bear Ghylls (IRE), Bells of Peterboro (IRE), 28-1 Southfield Harvest (GB), 66-1 My Bobby Dazzler (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 3.45

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £25000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £9938, 2nd £4968, 3rd £2485, 4th £1243, 5th £620, 6th £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Nicholls (60 wins from 224 runners, 27%) runs FRIEND OR FOE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs FRIEND OR FOE

FANCY THAT: V Williams won this race in 2016 and 2021. The stable runs GALOP DE CHASSE today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: DESTINED TO SHINE trained by K Lee, Presteigne, 61 miles.

A tricky puzzle to solve, with all but one member of the sextet holding realistic claims NOT AVAILABLE put in a good round of jumping when getting back on the winning trail atWincanton and he is taken to follow-up here with conditions no problem. The forecast sound surface is a slight concern for both last year’s winner Destined To Shine and Galop de Chasse, but they are feared all the same, while Friend Or Foe is capable of a bold show off this mark if he puts his best foot forward.

1-2-3: 1.NOT AVAILABLE (IRE) 2.DESTINED TO SHINE (IRE) 3.GALOP DE CHASSE (FR)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

1 FRIEND OR FOE (FR) (20) 313-053 CD

8 12-0

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mandchou (FR) Lorcan Williams

Gordon & Su Hall Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br E.A.R.L. de Faydeau Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful handicapper who won twice on his debut season over fences Has failed to trouble the judge in 3 starts so far this time round but he is at least edging down the weights and is by no means discounted. TFRHHHII BHA137

2 VISION DES FLOS (FR) (81) F21242 C

10 11-8

B g Balko (FR) - Marie Royale (FR) Harry Kimber (3) Mr C. L. Tizzard Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWScored over fences at Warwick in September and has remained in good form since, finding just one too good at Fontwell (21.6f, good to soft) last time However, he could find things happening too quickly back down in trip here. TFRHHHII BHA131

3 DESTINED TO SHINE (IRE) (42) 2/3521-2

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Good Shine (IRE)

Campbell-Mizen & Miss Kerry Lee

CD

11 11-3

Richard Patrick

Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Br Michael Fennessy Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWSigned off last term by winning this race off a 3lb lower mark. Chased home Richmond Lake on return at Wetherby, which was a positive enough start to the season, and likely he will go close if the drying ground doesn’t count against him (largely campaigned on soft/heavy). TFRHHHHI BHA126

4 GALOP DE CHASSE (FR) (26) 2-24221 D

B g Boris de Deauville (IRE) - Mousse des Bois (FR)

The Winter Partnership

7 11-2

Charlie Deutsch

Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Jean Hardy Faucets Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWWinning hurdler in France who looked as good as ever when notching third success over fences at Hereford last month Back up in class/raised 5lb and could probably do with some rain but he’s a player nonetheless. TFRHHHII BHA125

5 NOT AVAILABLE (IRE) (49) 543P31 D

8 11-1

B g Milan - Miss Arteea (IRE) Stan Sheppard

Mr Tony Scrivin Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Br Cathal Ennis Matt Sheppard Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways in a soft-ground handicap chase at Wincanton last month. The forecast quicker ground here will not be an issue and, still feasibly treated following a 6lb rise, he has to enter calculations

6 TIGER VOICE (FR) (27) 100-004 D

TFRHHHHH BHA124

8 10-10

B g Poet’s Voice - Tarsia (GER) Robert Williams (3)

The Bill & Ben Partnership Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

Br Mr Mathieu Daguzan-Garros

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler/chaser for Henry de Bromhead in Ireland but, having changed hands for £18,000 in October, he hasn’t shown much spark in 2 starts for present connections TFRHIIII BHA119

2022: DESTINED TO SHINE (IRE) 10 10 4 Jonathan Burke 4-1 (Kerry Lee) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Destined To Shine (IRE), 3-1 Galop de Chasse (FR), 4-1 Not Available (IRE), 5-1 Friend Or Foe (FR), 13-2 Vision des Flos (FR), 100-1 Tiger Voice (FR)

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SEVENTH RACE 4.17

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

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK EMEA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2625, 2nd £1312, 3rd £657, 4th £328, 5th £164. (Penalty Value £3432.65)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (31 wins from 264 runners, 12%) runs TO BE SURE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): V Williams (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runs CUBAN PETE LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALI STAR BERT trained by S A Harris, Worksop, 160 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

ALI STAR BERT landed a gamble on just his second start over fences 2 weeks ago at Uttoxeter and is taken to defy a 6lb rise having won off this mark over hurdles Dysania has made a positive start for this yard and should be thereabouts again, while last year’s winner Mr Katanga could bounce back in first-time blinkers

1-2-3: 1.ALI STAR BERT 2.DYSANIA (IRE) 3.MR KATANGA (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 TO BE SURE (GB) (25) 414-3P4

8 12-2

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Egretta Island (IRE) Isabel Williams (3)

T Hywel Jones Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Mrs Tessa Greatrex & Mr D. Futter Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner last season Yet to convince over fences but latest fourth at Ffos Las was his best yet. Headgear on TFRHHHII BHA102

2 CUBAN PETE (IRE) (56) P54P-PP

11 12-0

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Gee Whizz (FR) Charlie Deutsch Mrs J. Jones Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Declan Whelan Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner in 2020 but last season’s efforts were uninspiring and pulled up both starts this term TFRHHHII BHA100

3 TALKTOMENOW (GB) (25) 2P2/-P0P D

9 12-0

B g Shirocco (GER) - Sweet Stormy (IRE) Lucy Gardner

Clear Racing & Partner Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br Overbury Stallions Ltd & Conduit Stud Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in 2020/21 for Warren Greatrex but has offered little after 21 months off in 3 runs for this yard Visor/tongue strap on for 1st time TFRHHIII BHA100

4 REIGN SUEPREME (IRE) (20) 43-3PPB

8 11-10

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Runaround Sue (IRE) James Best Hanford’s Chemist Ltd Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Br Trish Powell

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner Probably would have been placed but for a luckless late exit at Hereford 3 weeks ago, though looked a hard ride in first-time cheekpieces and wouldn’t be sure to back that up TFRHHHII BHA96

5 SPOTTY DOG (GB) (20) 024-612

8 11-8

Ch g Sixties Icon - Where’s My Slave (IRE) Liam Harrison (3)

Mr Michael Hawker Mike Hawker, Chippenham

Br Mr Michael R. E. Hawker

TIMEFORMVIEWAll the sharper for his reappearance when getting off the mark in 3m Huntingdon handicap last month. Good second at Hereford next time, albeit never looked like winning TFRHHHII BHA94

6 WIND TOR (GB) (25) 115-306

11 11-2

B m Midnight Legend - Flowing On Mr Joshua Newman (5) The Group of Otters Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary

Br S. W. Maundrell Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back handicap chase winner over 3m at Exeter in March but well held in 3 starts since Others appeal more TFRHHHII BHA88

7 ALI STAR BERT (GB) (14) 64-PP01

7 11-0

B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Clumber Pursuits Jack Quinlan

Mr S. A. Harris Shaun Harris, Worksop

Br Mr Wilf Hobson

TIMEFORMVIEWHad offered precious little on his chasing debut but landed a gamble on just his second start over fences at Uttoxeter 2 weeks ago. 6lb higher now but has won off this mark over hurdles. TFRHHHHH BHA86

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

MR KATANGA (IRE) (33) 5-60300 CD

9 10-11

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Pomme Tiepy (FR) Paul O’Brien

All about the birch Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br Corrib Racing William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Responded well to first-time cheekpieces when off the mark in this race last year off 4lb higher. Well below that form so far this term but no surprise if he bounces back in first-time blinkers. TFRHHHHI BHA83

9 TUDORS TREASURE (GB) (24) 6354-PP

12 10-11

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Rude Health Lorcan Williams

Four Seasons Partnership Robert Stephens, Caldicot

Br Racing Coast Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bit of an all-or-nothing profile and poor efforts both starts this term TFRHHHII BHA83

10 GIBBERWELL (IRE) (29) P6-P004

7 10-9

B g Getaway (GER) - Unique Snoopy (IRE) Max Kendrick

All Or Nothing Racing Club Jake Coulson, Heaton

Br Parkville Stud Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWEx-Irish hurdler who landed a Wexford maiden hurdle back in October 2020 Struggled since, though stopped the slide to some extent when fourth in this headgear at Huntingdon last month. TFRHHHII BHA81

11 BORN IN BORRIS (IRE) (18) 000-000

9 10-8

B m Arcadio (GER) - Honour Own (IRE) Harry Kimber (3) Mr R. M. Harvey-Bailey Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Morgan Kavanagh Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Continues to fall in the weights without showing any sign of taking advantage Back over fences now and has had a wind op TFRHHIII BHA80

12

DYSANIA (IRE) (25) P0/0-P33

8 10-4

B g Califet (FR) - She’s Supersonic (IRE) Sean Bowen

Ms G. E. Morgan Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br E. Campell & D. Flood Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser but offered more in recent starts for this yard, latest when third of 11 in handicap chase at Ffos Las (25.3f, soft) 25 days ago. Player TFRHHHHI BHA76

13

BIGNORM (IRE) (14) 23F-404

11 10-2

B g Mahler - Merry Heart (IRE) Ben Poste

Mrs Rosemary Gasson Rosemary Gasson, Banbury

Br Mr Brett Merry

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of form so easy to oppose from out of the handicap.

14

LUCKELLO (GB) (20) 06-11PF

HHIII BHA71

7 10-2

B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Timarello (IRE) William Kennedy

The Davies’ Racing Team Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br R. Rainbow & Sons Dragonbet, Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWModest hurdler for Olly Murphy. Did win twice in the pointing field last spring but ran fairly in a Taunton handicap chase on her Rules return before falling heavily at Hereford 3 weeks ago. 5lb out of the handicap. TFRHHHII BHA69

2022: MR KATANGA (IRE) 8 10 13 Ben Jones 10-1 (Rebecca Curtis) 11 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 11, 12, 13, 14.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

REIGN SUEPREME: Following its run on 5/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a loose runner.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Ali Star Bert (GB), 7-1 Spotty Dog (GB), 15-2 Dysania (IRE), 10-1 Gibberwell (IRE), 11-1 To Be Sure (GB), 12-1 Mr Katanga (IRE), Tudors Treasure (GB), 18-1 Cuban Pete (IRE), Wind Tor (GB), Luckello (GB), 20-1 Bignorm (IRE), 25-1 Reign Suepreme (IRE), 33-1 Born In Borris (IRE), 50-1 Talktomenow (GB)

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EIGHTH RACE 4.52

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS)

FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE PERTEMPS HEALTHCARE OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Nicholls (60 wins from 224 runners, 27%) runs KRUGER PARK

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs KRUGER PARK LONGEST TRAVELLER: SWEET SAFFRON trained by S Gardner, Longdown, 91 miles.

RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY

BEAT THE BAT and Home Free both made promising debuts and could be the pair to focus on, with Harry Fry’s charge taken to make it second time lucky. Cawthorne Banker, Kruger Park and newcomers Le Bon Vivant and Old Beginnings are also worth keeping on side.

1-2-3: 1.BEAT THE BAT (IRE) 2.HOME FREE (IRE) 3.CAWTHORNE BANKER (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 BEAT THE BAT (IRE) (61) 2

5 11-7

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dani Salamanca (IRE) Bryan Carver

Twelfth Man Partnership 6 Harry Fry, Corscombe

Br Mr Kevin McCarthy Omnialegal Ltd, Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW£60,000 3-y-o. Half-brother to fair hurdler Rae des Champs. Close second of 17 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, good to soft, 11/2) on NH debut 61 days ago. That was a good start and he could go one better if building on that here

2 CAWTHORNE BANKER (IRE) (27) 232

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Shees A Dante (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 11-7

Kevin Brogan

Mr E. A. Brook Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mr Sam Doyle Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a positive start when runner-up at Worcester on debut and back on track when filling the same position at Southwell 27 days ago. Solid claims

3 CHOCCABLOC (GB) (61) 3

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-7

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Chocca Wocca Sean O’Briain (10)

J & J Potter Ltd and Kelvin-Hughes

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br James & Jean Potter Potter Group

TIMEFORMVIEW Out of a bumper winner and offered a bit of encouragement when third at Wincanton a couple of months ago. Not discounted.

4 HAAFBOURD (GB) (102) 3

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-7

B g Haafhd - Bourdello Harrison Beswick (3)

Mrs M. J. Arnold Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Br Jane Arnold NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability at Fakenham on debut but unlikely to make a serious impact 102 days later

5 HAY UP HARRY (GB) (-)

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-7

Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn

B g Native Ruler - Rabbit Ciaran Gethings Out Of Bounds Racing Club

Br Messrs M. E. & A. D. I. Harris

TIMEFORM VIEW Native Ruler gelding Dam, temperamental 2 1/2m-2 3/4m hurdle winner

6 HOME FREE (IRE) (60) 2

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Shuriken (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-7

Bridget Andrews

Mrs John Magnier Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Shuriken Syndicate

Ashford Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW €80,000 3-y-o. Half-brother to French 8.5f winner Waldlicht 5/2, second of 14 in bumper at Wetherby (16f, heavy) on NH debut 60 days ago. Should progress and likely to go close again. TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 IDEFIX DE CIERGUES (FR) (60) 2-20

B or Br g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Caline de Ferbet (FR)

Hydes,Waters,Frobisher,Prowting&Palmer

5 11-7

Paul O’Brien

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br Mr Jean-Louis Devillard William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in points and there was a lot to like about his bumper debut when runner-up over C&D. Disappointed here next time but too soon to write off. TFRHHHII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer

Sponsor

8

KRUGER PARK (FR) (66) 3

5 11-7

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Fleur De Sel De Re (FR) Lorcan Williams

The BM Partnership Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mr Pascal Beraud & Mr Bernard Beraud Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEW From a good family and shaped with encouragement when third at Hereford 66 days ago. Should improve

9 LE BON VIVANT (FR) (-)

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-7

Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - School of Thought (FR) Sean Bowen

Mr Andrew L. Cohen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Ecurie Des Charmes & M. Martinez et al Wood Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW €60,000 3-y-o, Doctor Dino gelding. Brother to fair French 17f hurdle winner

Law of Attraction Interesting newcomer

10 MUSKOKA (IRE) (46) 0

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-7

B g Milan - Fine Fortune (IRE) Jack Wildman (7)

Mrs A. Travis Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br Hugh Hazzard Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to three winners but only seventh at Doncaster first time out. Others make more appeal

11 OLD BEGINNINGS (IRE) (307) 2

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 11-7

B g Presenting - Beluckyagain (IRE) Liam Harrison (3)

Old Beginnings Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Philip Hore Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 5-y-o. Dam bumper/2m hurdle winner (stayed 3m). Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Apr 2022) Wears tongue strap. One to note

12 STARVIDOV (FR) (46) 5

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-7

Gr g Davidoff (GER) - Starglas (FR) Rex Dingle

Mrs Sarah Rising Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br Mr Gheorghe Codre Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Not enough encouragement at Exeter on debut to make him of serious interest in this.

13

COSMORE (GB) (13) 0

B m Davidoff (GER) - Cantzagua (FR)

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 11-0

Mr Frederick Procter (5)

Glanvilles Stud Partners Harriet Brown, Sturminster Newton

Br The Glanvilles Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Big price and achieved little at Exeter first time out. Hard to fancy.

14 GYPSY HILL (GB) (-)

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Minnie Hill (IRE)

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 11-0

Miss Heidi Stevens (7)

Mrs L. M. Northover Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple

Br L. M. Northover Hartnoll Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil mare Half-sister to temperamental/modest hurdler Minnie Escape

Dam 2m-2 1/2m hurdle winner. Wears hood

15

SWEET SAFFRON (GB) (22) 0

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-0

Br m Telescope (IRE) - Miss Saffron Sean Houlihan

Mr P. A. Tylor Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br P. A. Tylor

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show a great deal over C&D on debut

2022: CHURCHILLS BOY (IRE) 5 11 5 James Davies 10-1 (Nick Gifford) 7 ran

TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Hood worn first time by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 13.

Stewards Note:

HAAFBOURD: Following its run on 15/11/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Beat The Bat (IRE), 4-1 Home Free (IRE), 11-2 Cawthorne Banker (IRE), 13-2 Kruger Park (FR), 8-1 Choccabloc (GB), 14-1 Le Bon Vivant (FR), 20-1 Old Beginnings (IRE), 25-1 Idefix de Ciergues (FR), 50-1 Muskoka (IRE), 66-1 Haafbourd (GB), Hay Up Harry (GB), Starvidov (FR), 100-1 Gypsy Hill (GB), 250-1 Cosmore (GB), 300-1 Sweet Saffron (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 12.47 - THE PERTEMPS NETWORK MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)

The second to receive £2057, the third £1028 and the fourth £514. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4465 to the winning horse

February 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 9lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Pertemps have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £41. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3422; Second £1711; Third £855; Fourth £428. (Penalty Value £4465.72)

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.22 - THE PERTEMPS NETWORK MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4465 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2057, the third £1028 and the fourth £514. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 9lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Pertemps have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £41. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.Winner £3422; Second £1711; Third £855; Fourth £428. (Penalty Value £4465.72)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 1.57 - THE PERTEMPS NETWORK EMEA HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Final) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5914 to the winning horse The second to receive £2721, the third £1360, the fourth £680 and the fifth £339. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £56 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £56 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Pertemps have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES

FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 8th April, 2023. 21 entries at £56. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4524; Second £2261; Third £1131; Fourth £566; Fifth £282. (Penalty Value £5914.72)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 2.32 - THE PERTEMPS NETWORK NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4858 to the winning horse The second to receive £2235, the third £1117, the fourth £559 and the fifth £278. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £46 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Pertemps have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £46. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1857; Third £929; Fourth £465; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.07 - THE PERTEMPS NETWORK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (Pertemps Hurdle Series

Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10406 to the winning horse The second to receive £4784, the third £2392, the fourth £1196, the fifth £598 and the sixth £298. for five yrs old and upwards. £100 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Pertemps have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE PERTEMPS NETWORK

FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about three miles at Cheltenham on March 16th, 2023. Horses entered in the Series Final at Cheltenham prior to running in this race, will have their entry fee for the Final refunded if they do not finish in the first six in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 25 entries, 5 at £20 and 20 at £100. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7950; Second £3974; Third £1988; Fourth £994; Fifth £496; Sixth £248. (Penalty Value £10406) Weights raised 12lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 3.45 - THE PERTEMPS NETWORK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372. for five yrs old and upwards. £125 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Pertemps have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a prize to the winning owner. In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 10 entries, 1 at £25 and 9 at £125. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.17 - THE PERTEMPS NETWORK EMEA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3432 to the winning horse The second to receive £1579, the third £789, the fourth £395 and the fifth £196. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd. Penalties, after February 18th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Pertemps has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 28 entries at £32. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2625; Second £1312; Third £657; Fourth £328; Fifth £164. (Penalty Value £3432.65)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 4.52 - THE PERTEMPS HEALTHCARE OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for maiden 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, February 20th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Pertemps have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE -

SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (D)16 and Rule (F)21.3 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. 39 entries at £24. - Closed February 20th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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