NFRC RACEDAY THU 23 MAR Official Raceday Programme & Form Guide | RRP £3
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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)
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HHHHH Selectedtowin therace.
HHHHI Good chance of being placed
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HHIII at leastone or twoholdstrongerclaims HIIII Unlikelytowin butnot totallywithout hope IIIII Canbegiven little or no chance
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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
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FIRST RACE 1.25
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ACO BLUE ROOF SYSTEM CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ TRAINING SERIES
HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Part of the Racing Excellence Initiative)
Total prize fund £12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) A
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (28 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs HENRY BOX BROWN & RING THE MOON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Irvine (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs BROWN BULLET
WEIGHTWATCHER: BROWN BULLET won off a handicap mark of 106, her rating is now down 10lb to 96.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: BROWN BULLET trained by A Irvine, East Grinstead, 147 miles.
BROWN BULLET capitalised on a falling mark under this pilot at Plumpton 2 days ago and still looks on a workable mark. She can go in again. Big Blue Moon and Karakoram also arrive on the back of recent victories and rate the principal dangers.
1-2-3: 1.BROWN BULLET (IRE) 2.BIG BLUE MOON 3.KARAKORAM
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colours no horse age st lb
1 BIG BLUE MOON (GB) (4) 00331
6 12-5 (in 7lb ex)
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Don And Gerry (IRE) Cameron Iles (8) Barrett, Meredith, Panniers, Wilde Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Mr P. Barrett & Mr J. Meredith Plusbac
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when winning 12-runner handicap hurdle at Carlisle (17f, soft) 4 days ago, comfortably 7lb penalty to carry now but holds strong claims nonetheless TFRHHHHI BHA98
2 JAUNTY VIKING (GB) (18) 325P-05
8 12-1
B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Jaunty Spirit Ellis Collier (3) Mr Brian Eckley Brian Eckley, Brecon
Br B. J. Eckley
TIMEFORMVIEWStepped up on belated return effort when creditable fifth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, good to soft) 18 days ago, travelling as well as any. Enters calculations off 2lb lower mark. TFRHHHII BHA101
3 HENRY BOX BROWN (IRE) (52) 052010 D
6 11-13
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Lough Coyne (IRE) Ben Bromley
Old Gold Racing 7 Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Miss E. Hamilton Brellis Recruitment Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner on debut/sole start in Ireland and showed improved form when opening his account over hurdles in Uttoxeter handicap (15.8f) in December However, disappointed at Plumpton since and others more convincing. TFRHHIII BHA99
4 KARAKORAM (GB) (10) 135441 CD
8 11-9 (in 7lb ex)
B g Excelebration (IRE) - Portrait Tristan Durrell
Grace Harris Racing Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Mr S. P. Hussain Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent performer who got back to winning ways in 16-runner handicap hurdle (15/2) at Taunton (23.9f, soft) 10 days ago, always holding on Things will be tougher under a 7lb penalty but he must be respected. TFRHHHII BHA88 (+6)
5 BROWN BULLET (IRE) (2) 5P3031 D
8 11-10 (in 7lb ex)
B m Arcadio (GER) - Barrack Buster Caoilin Quinn
Dan Shaw Simon Clare Andy Irvine
Andy Irvine, East Grinstead
Br Paul Doyle Global Herbs Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Back on the scoreboard in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Plumpton (15.9f, soft) 2 days ago.
Remains well treated, despite a 7lb penalty, and is a big player TFRHHHHH BHA89
6 RING THE MOON (GB) (85) 11-0P3P D
10 10-13
B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Get The Ring (FR) Ned Fox
Mr W. J. Evans Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br John-Henry Metzger Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted best effort this term when third at Ludlow (15.8f) in November but failed to build on that at Leicester since and percentage call is to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA85
7 CARDS ARE DEALT (IRE) (21) 05000-5
Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - High Praise (USA)
K. W. Sneath
Br Camas Park Stud & Summerhill
7 10-3
Isabelle Ryder (8)
Gary Brown, Swindon
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to better poor form over hurdles and made little impression on recent return from 13 months off at Ludlow Tongue strap back on TFRHIIII BHA75
RACE
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SUMMARY
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer
LOUDSPEAKER (GB) (22) 034
4 10-2
B g Recorder - Daring Aim Bradley Harris Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br The Queen We Do Vans
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) and sold from Michael Bell 50,000 gns in July Showed ability in novices in recent weeks and could have more to offer now handicapping, albeit he is 8lb wrong at the weights here TFRHHHII BHA76
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
2022: KARAKORAM 7 10 5 Joe Anderson 4-1 (Grace Harris) 11 ran
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Big Blue Moon (GB), 10-3 Brown Bullet (IRE), 7-2 Karakoram (GB), 8-1 Henry Box Brown (IRE), 10-1 Jaunty Viking (GB), 12-1 Loudspeaker (GB), 28-1 Ring The Moon (GB), 50-1 Cards Are Dealt (IRE)
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7 RACE ONE
SECOND RACE 2.00
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS)
FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE CORE HEREFORD MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £9000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (17 wins from 129 runners, 13%) runs INTERNET BIDDY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (13 wins from 44 runners, 30%) runs OAKLEY DANCER LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISS GET THE VEUVE trained by N Gifford, Findon, 133 miles.
NELL’S BELLS was a touch underwhelming at Sedgefield last time, but she was found to have nasal discharge post-race, so is much better judged on her Wetherby form as a result and can be given another chance. Internet Biddy is an interesting rival having shaped better than the distance beaten suggests on her hurdling debut at Lingfield, while Pure Theatre’s pedigree suggests she’s not one to give up on now switching to this discipline
1-2-3: 1.NELL’S BELLS (IRE) 2.INTERNET BIDDY (IRE) 3.PURE THEATRE (IRE)
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1 NELL’S BELLS (IRE) (53) 4/100-15
age st lb
7 11-7
B m Milan - Miss Cilla (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (5)
Mrs Sarah Leslie Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br E. O’Gorman Proactive Personnel Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper winner who had her limitations exposed at top tracks last season but well prepared to make a successful hurdles debut at Wetherby on Boxing Day. Not in same form under a penalty at Sedgefield but she was found to have nasal discharge post-race, so worth another chance
2 HARTHILL (FR) (55) 646
Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Queen Isabella
TFRHHHHH BHA-
5 11-0
Stan Sheppard
Mrs Emma Stewart David Dennis, Banbury
Br Mrs Therese Semirot Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest form in a trio of bumpers.
3 INTERNET BIDDY (IRE) (31) 634
TFRHHIII BHA-
5 11-0
B m Westerner - Benefit Days (IRE) Connor Brace
The B Lucky Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Charlie Harnett Bresbet
TIMEFORMVIEWJust modest form at best in 2 bumpers but shaped better than the distance beaten suggests sent hurdling when fourth at Lingfield (2m) last month, having been forced to swerve sharply right to stay on the track after being badly hampered at the first Entitled to do better TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 MISS GET THE VEUVE (GB) (15) 0553
B m Getaway (GER) - Miss Milborne
Miss Susannah Searle
Br Barrow Hill
5 11-0
James Davies
Nick Gifford, Findon
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a pair of bumpers but did show a bit more than on her hurdling debut when third in a 6-runner maiden at Fontwell (17.7f) 15 days ago.
5 OAKLEY DANCER (GB) (8) 436
TFRHHHII BHA-
6 11-0
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Stravinsky Dance Sean Bowen
Hot To Trot Jumping & R Waley-Cohen
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Upton Viva Stud McCoy Contractors, Upton Viva Stud, Searls Land
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed a bit in a Hexham bumper and did the same when third on hurdling debut at Lingfield, but off the bridle a long way out and well held at Huntingdon last week
6 PURE THEATRE (IRE) (49) 42-50
TFRHHHII BHA-
5 11-0
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Faucon Rex Dingle Potwell Racing Syndicate IV
Br D. E. Cantillon
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
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TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a Fakenham bumper on final start for Don Cantillon Disappointing in a couple of runs for new yard (off 10 weeks in between) but she does have a pedigree that suggests she could fare better now hurdling
7 SALLY’S GIRL (GB) (31) 60-05
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Shayana
Grand Jury Partnership
TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 11-0
Finn Lambert (5)
Julian Smith, Tirley
Br R. W. Russell Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Offered little in trio of bumpers and fared no better sent hurdling in a first-time hood at Lingfield last month. TFRHIIII BHA-
SMARTER 8
RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY PLAY
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
SOMERWAY (IRE) (33) 00
5 11-0
B m Getaway (GER) - Way Back When Ciaran Gethings
Somerset Racing Tom George, Slad
Br R. Lynch HBA Media
TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in a bumper/maiden hurdle 4 months apart.
9 TUSCAN ROSE (IRE) (33) 006
TFRHIIII BHA-
5 11-0
B m Milan - Ma Furie (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies
fighting chance syndicate
Br Jonathan Whymark
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEW Looks one for low-grade handicaps after this run.
TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.
2022: GRIVETANA (FR) 4 10 9 Harry Cobden 5-2 (Paul Nicholls) 10 ran
Stewards Note:
NELL’S BELLS: Following its run on 29/1/2023 it was reported that the horse had a nasal discharge.
SOMERWAY: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left from the back straight.
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Nell’s Bells (IRE), 9-4 Internet Biddy (IRE), 8-1 Pure Theatre (IRE), 12-1 Oakley Dancer (GB), 14-1 Miss Get The Veuve (GB), 33-1 Harthill (FR), 40-1 Tuscan Rose (IRE), 100-1 Somerway (IRE), 150-1 Sally’s Girl (GB)
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9 RACE TWO
THIRD RACE 2.35
TWO MILES SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE RECTICEL INSULATION UK NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3312, 2nd £1656, 3rd £828, 4th £414, 5th £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (28 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs WALKINTHEWOODS
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Twiston-Davies (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs JASMIWA
LONGEST TRAVELLER: OUR BILL’S AUNT trained by A Hales, Edgecote, 105 miles.
A case can be made for all of these but STELLAR STREAM is still hard to pass over given he looks to have got in on an attractive mark for his handicap debut following a ready success at Hereford. Leading Swoop arrives on the back of a good Fontwell second (form worked out well) so is feared most in his bid for a breakthrough success ahead of in-form duoWalkinthewoods and Our Bill’s Aunt.
1-2-3: 1.STELLAR STREAM (IRE) 2.LEADING SWOOP (IRE) 3.WALKINTHEWOODS (IRE)
colours no horse age st lb
1 OUR BILL’S AUNT (IRE) (20) 242-133 C
7 12-0
B m Blueprint (IRE) - Carrigmoorna Oak (IRE) Harriet Tucker (7)
The 25 Club Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br Michael Mescal Premier Plastering (UK) Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWMade a successful handicap debut after 7 months off in ready fashion at Chepstow in November and posted a good third in a small field at Doncaster last time In the mix off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHII BHA107
2 STELLAR STREAM (IRE) (36) 341-641 D
6 11-13
B g Getaway (GER) - Gaelic River (IRE) Ben Godfrey (3)
Mrs Jane Slough Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
Br J. P. N. Parker The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful pointer who confirmed hurdling debut promise when readily landing 4-runner novice at Hereford (25.5f, good) 36 days ago. Looks to have got in lightly for his handicap debut Big shout. TFRHHHHH BHA106
3 ROUGE DE L’QUEST (IRE) (41) 31-0434 D
7 11-12
B g Fame And Glory - What A Bleu (IRE) Sean Bowen
Mark Sherwood & Francis Reid Rebecca Curtis, Newport
Br JC South Farm Ltd William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW Winning pointer who failed to build on earlier promise when fourth of six in 23f Bangor handicap last month, making mistakes. Not ruled out if he can jump better here. TFRHHHII BHA105
4 JASMIWA (FR) (46) 64-4414 D
5 11-12
B m Authorized (IRE) - Maikawa (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies
Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br E.A.R.L. du Bois Hue Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWMuch improved on her handicap bow when getting off the mark at Ffos Las (23.9f) in December Looked the type to progress further but she jumped sketchily when only fourth at Hereford last month. Shouldn’t be written off. TFRHHHII BHA105
5 THE IMPOSTER (FR) (56) 311121 D
6 11-8
B g Authorized (IRE) - Miss Dixie Tom Buckley (3) Mark Philips and J H Gumbley Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Mr Recep Demirsoy & Le Thenney Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Thriving this season, landing a fourth handicap from last 5 starts (runner-up on other occasion) at Wetherby in January. Assessor reacted with 6lb rise but he’s still not taken lightly. Engaged 5.00 Ffos Las Wednesday. TFRHHHII BHA101
6
LEADING SWOOP (IRE) (53) 66-0542
7 11-5
Harry Kimber (3) Gale Force One Robert Walford, Blandford
B g Leading Light (IRE) - One Swoop (IRE)
Br Miss Deirdre Motherway Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden hurdler who took a step forward when runner-up in 13-runner handicap at Fontwell (21.8f, soft) 53 days ago. Form has been franked so he merits serious consideration despite taking a 3lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA98
7
WALKINTHEWOODS (IRE) (18) 124332 C
6 11-0
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mercy Mission
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Isabel Williams (3) Vale Racing 1
Br Liam Norris Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark at Chepstow (2m) in October and got right back on track when second of 12 in 2m4f Ffos Las handicap 18 days ago, faring best of those held up Up 2lb but still firmly in the picture TFRHHHII BHA93
PLAY SMARTER 12
RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
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2022: MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) 6 11 8 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 13-8 (Jonjo O’Neill) 3
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
ran
Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.
13 RACE THREE Thursday 23rd March Chepstow Racecourse 1640 1705 1730 1755 Chepstow Bus Station 1650 1710 1740 1805 Chepstow Train Station 1655 1720 1745 1810 Crick, Old Shirenewton Road - - - 1825 Langstone, New Inn - - - 1840 Newport Train Station - - - 1850
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Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Stellar Stream (IRE), 9-2 The Imposter (FR), Leading Swoop (IRE), 13-2 Walkinthewoods (IRE), 10-1 Our Bill’s Aunt (IRE), Jasmiwa (FR), 16-1 Rouge de L’Quest (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 3.10
THREE MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 6F 130YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ROOFBASE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £16600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £6705, 2nd £3352, 3rd £1677, 4th £838, 5th £418. (Penalty Value £8766.46)
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Hobbs & J White (17 wins from 135 runners, 13%) runs SANDY BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Twiston-Davies (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs CHECKITOUT
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SANDY BOY trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 76 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
DOCK ROAD remains winless over fences, but he ran well when giving best only to a thriving sort at Taunton 4 weeks ago and he gets the nod to come out on top returned to this longer trip/with blinkers refitted. Checkitout may well emerge as the chief threat in a race where most arrive with something to prove.
1-2-3: 1.DOCK ROAD (IRE) 2.CHECKITOUT (IRE) 3.DOMAINE DE L’ISLE (FR)
colours no horse age st lb
1 CHECKITOUT (IRE) (37) 10P-P03
9 12-0
B g Salutino (GER) - Akasha (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies
Mills & Mason Partnership Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Ronald O’Neill Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Regained winning thread at Fontwell (27.7f) 14 months ago but ended last season well below form. Low-key return this winter but glimmer of promise from his latest Lingfield third equipped with visor (retained here). Not discounted from career-low mark TFRHHHHI BHA120
2 DOMAINE DE L’ISLE (FR) (20) P-60060 C
10 11-11
B g Network (GER) - Gratiene de L’Isle (FR) Adam Wedge
Mr L M Power and Mr Ian Hutchins
Br Mme Veronique Sayet
Sean Curran, Swindon
TIMEFORMVIEWWould be thrown in off this mark if able to recapture his form from a couple of seasons back. However, he’s been out of sorts for a while, beaten 5 out in veterans’ event at Doncaster (3m) 3 weeks ago. Blinkers replace cheekpieces now. TFRHHHII BHA117
3 ACHILLE (FR) (53) 0U-0U05
Gr g Dom Alco (FR) - Hase (FR)
Mrs Vida Bingham
13 11-9
Shane Quinlan (3)
Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Cte Yves D’Armaille Faucets Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Plenty of good staying handicap form to his name over the years but hasn’t cut much ice in a trio of completed starts so far this term Blinkers replace cheekpieces again now. TFRHHHII BHA115
4 SANDY BOY (IRE) (48) 14P21-0
B g Tajraasi (USA) - Annienoora (IRE)
9 11-6
Micheal Nolan
Mrs B. Hitchcock Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br P. Ahearne Philip Hobbs Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWTwice a winner last season albeit not looking entirely co-operative off the bridle when successful at Uttoxeter in November 2021 Absent prior to a low-key return here (26f) last month and this ought to reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA112
5 BALLYCROSS (GB) (35) 3P32-04
B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Ninna Nanna (FR)
Mr Oscar Singh & Miss Priya Purewal
12 11-4
Mr Nathan Rahman (7)
D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWVeteran who was still capable of fairly useful form over fences around 3m for Nicky Henderson last season Well held both starts this campaign for this yard, however Change of headgear Engaged 4.00 Warwick Wednesday. TFRHHHII BHA110
6 DON HERBAGER (FR) (17) 41-54P4
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Marie d’Altoria (FR)
9 11-4
Harry Bannister
Hereford Racing Club Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br P. Desmard, C. Le Blay & A. Desmard Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last term (including long-distance handicap at Bangor) but yet to find his stride this season, ran a somewhat typical race when well held fourth of 5 at Wetherby (30.9f) 17 days ago. Not easy to warm to Yard also saddle Achille TFRHHHII BHA110
7 DOCK ROAD (IRE) (30) 2-52U32
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Representing (IRE)
Rgl Racing & General Love Quote
Br Imelda & Evelyn Vickers
7 10-7
Mitchell Bastyan
Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
PLAY SMARTER 14
TIMEFORMVIEWWinlessoverfencesbuthecomeshereingoodnick,stayingonlatterstageswhengoingdownonlytoathrivingsortover23fatTaunton 4 weeks ago. Blinkers back on here and he’s very much one to consider given he arrives here in comfortably the best form TFRHHHHH BHA99
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
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Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Dock Road (IRE), 7-2 Checkitout (IRE), 7-1 Don Herbager (FR), 8-1 Domaine de L’Isle (FR), Sandy Boy (IRE), 12-1 Achille (FR), 14-1 Ballycross (GB)
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2022: SILVER IN DISGUISE 8 11 5
13-2
11
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Alan Johns
(Tim Vaughan)
ran
Blinkers worn
time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 7. Visor worn by No. 1, 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
15 RACE FOUR
BF - Beaten Favourite D - Distance Winner U -Unseated r - Ran Out B - Brought Down R - RefusedF - Fell P - Pulled Up C - Course Winner S - Slipped Up d - Disqualified
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FIFTH RACE 3.45
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ASHCROFT SERVICES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (28 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs TREASURE DILLON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J O’Neill (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs MERVEILLO LONGEST TRAVELLER: PORTENTOSO trained by C Honour, Ashburton, 107 miles.
RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY
BARRIER PEAKS has thrived since going up in trip this year, completing his 4-timer at Uttoxeter last month despite the race not being run to suit, and an 8lb rise for his latest success might not be enough to prevent him winning again. The biggest threat could be Weaver’s Answer as he goes up in trip, with Immortal Fame completing the shortlist
1-2-3: 1.BARRIER PEAKS (FR) 2.WEAVER’S ANSWER 3.IMMORTAL FAME (IRE)
colours
1 OXYGEN (FR) (42) 142-566
5 12-2
Gr g Martaline - Bella Lawena (IRE) Ned Fox (7)
The DTTW Partnership Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWWinner of a newcomers ’ event over hurdles in France in 2021 Made a low-key start for his current connections, but took a step back in the right direction when sixth of 11 in handicap at Ffos Las (2m4f) last month. Task is now to build on that effort TFRHHHII BHA107
2 ROCKINASTORM (IRE) (55) 14-52U0
6 12-1
B g Mahler - Toorah Laura La (USA) Sam Twiston-Davies
Rocking Horse Racing Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br Miss Roisin Carey Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper winner who improved on his hurdling debut form when runner-up in a Bangor novice (19.6f) in November
Disappointing when ninth of 17 at Huntingdon on his handicap bow last time, but it still remains early days. TFRHHHII BHA106
3 BARRIER PEAKS (FR) (40) 031111
7 11-13
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - La Balzane (FR) Fergus Gillard (3)
David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington
Br E.A.R.L. Les Grandes Alouettes W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEW Form has taken off since going up in trip in handicaps this year, completing his 4-timer with the minimum of fuss in novice event at Uttoxeter (19.9f) last month. Still unexposed and can extend his winning sequence TFRHHHHH BHA104
4 IMMORTAL FAME (IRE) (51) 10-2200
7 11-12
B g Fame And Glory - Calverleigh Court (IRE) Stan Sheppard
Mr F. J. Allen Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited Plusbac
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 handicap hurdles last season and finished runner-up on his chase debut at Doncaster (3m) in November Disappointing both starts since, but on a workable mark as he now returns to hurdling Interesting contender TFRHHHHI BHA103
5 ITO DITTO (FR) (26) 40063
5 11-10
B g Ito (GER) - Morning Moon Sean Bowen Bradley Partnership
Nicky Martin, Minehead
Br Ecurie Des Charmes & Mr M. Martinez Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHas been going the right way in his 3 starts over hurdles so far, upped in trip when third of 12 in maiden at this C&D 26 days ago. Could continue his progress now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA101
6 CAST’S TASHA (IRE) (15) 4-06336
6 11-4
B m Westerner - Samsha (IRE) Rex Dingle
Sue & Clive Cole & Ann & Tony Gale Ben Clarke, Beaminster
Br Ms Joyce Marsh Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWOffered little on hurdling debut but, fitted with a hood, showed much improved form when third at Exeter on her next 2 starts (both at 16.7f) However, upped markedly in trip she ran poorly at Fontwell (25.8f) 15 days ago. Bounce back called for. TFRHHIII BHA95
7 MERVEILLO (GB) (31) 3P00
B g Archipenko (USA) - Merville (FR)
Mr John P. McManus
5 11-4
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Wertheimer et Frere Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful on the Flat (stays 16.5f) and shaped better than the distance beaten suggests tried hurdling when a remote third at Haydock (24.3f) in November Has offered little in 3 starts since, but handicaps could see him in a different light TFRHHHII BHA95
PLAY SMARTER 16
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no horse age
lb
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
HILLSIN (IRE) (13) 000400
5 11-0
B g Hillstar - Mausin (IRE) Harry Kimber (3)
Mr David Winzer Claire Harris, Umberleigh
Br Con O’Keeffe Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler for Gavin Cromwell, but has finished well-beaten on both starts for his current yard Best watched TFRHHIII BHA91
9 BERT WILSON (IRE) (51) PP-4U1P
6 11-0
B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Inishkea (USA) Tom Buckley (3) Kapinhand Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Richard Frayne Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWQuickly back over hurdles and In first-time visor, opened his account in handicap at Plumpton (20.5f) in January. Failed to go on from that effort, though, when pulled up at Ffos Las next time. Capable of getting involved if on a going day. TFRHHHII BHA91
10
TREASURE DILLON (IRE) (4) 4P5P4B CD
9 10-12
B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Treasure Trix (IRE) Adam Wedge
Mr R Abbott & Mr M Stavrou Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mrs Jennifer Cox Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who has struggled for form sent chasing this season, albeit brought down at the second at this course only 4 days. Is on a dangerous mark, though, if return to hurdling sparks a return to form TFRHHHII BHA89
11
WEAVER’S ANSWER (GB) (21) 5-06024
5 10-2
Gr g Dunaden (FR) - Oskar’s Eva (IRE) Alan Johns
Sally & Richard Prince Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Br Sally Morgan & Richard Prince Tote, Dragonbet
TIMEFORM VIEWDidn’t show much in trio of novice hurdles, but made more impact when second of 14 at Ffos Las on handicap debut in December Made the frame again at Ludlow next time and could have more to offer upped in trip, especially if brushing up his jumping. TFRHHHHI BHA78
12 PORTENTOSO (GER) (10) 0000-50 D
8 10-2
B g Santiago (GER) - Piccola (GER) Ciaran Gethings
Never forgotten Chris Honour, Ashburton
Br Stall Seeheim Blue Cable
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French hurdles/chase winner who showed little in 2021/22 for Sam Holdsworth and, after 11 months off, hasn’t fared any better in 2 starts for his current yard this season Has enough to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA77 (-3)
13 KENYAN COWBOY (IRE) (75) 0PP-PPP CD
7 10-2
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Joleen (IRE) Max Kendrick
Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Neil King, Burderop
Br James Robinson
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner back in November 2021 but has lost his way, pulled up on his last 5 starts Easy enough to look elsewhere TFRHHIII BHA75
14 CALL ME SAINTE (FR) (66) 060/-05
6 10-2
B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Call Me Blue (FR) James Davies Hawke, Simms, Capps Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br E.U.R.L. Ecurie Audoy Christian et al Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form in a bumper and 4 starts over hurdles to date, merely passing beaten horses when fifth of 11 at Hereford on handicap debut in January. Tongue strap on first time, but looks to be up against it. TFRHHIII BHA72
15 JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (10) 502503
6 10-2
B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE) Conor Ring (3) Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Gretton & J. Hynes Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden but, having dropped in the weights, turned in his best effort of the season when third of 16 in handicap at Taunton (23.9f) 10 days ago. Others still preferred, though TFRHHIII BHA69 (+2)
2022: BEAU HAZE 9 10 11 Ben Jones 17-2 (Phillip Dando) 15 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 15
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 14. Hood worn by No. 5, 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 10, 13, 15.
Stewards Note:
BERT WILSON: Following its run on 31/1/2023 it was reported that the horse may have had a breathing problem.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Barrier Peaks (FR), 13-2 Weaver’s Answer (GB), 9-1 Rockinastorm (IRE), 11-1 Immortal Fame (IRE), 14-1 Ito Ditto (FR), 16-1 Merveillo (GB), Bert Wilson (IRE), 18-1 Oxygen (FR), Treasure Dillon (IRE), 20-1 Justshortofabubble (GB), 25-1 Cast’s Tasha (IRE), 28-1 Portentoso (GER), 40-1 Call Me Sainte (FR), 50-1 Hillsin (IRE), Kenyan Cowboy (IRE)
17 RACE FIVE
SIXTH RACE 4.20
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE POLYROOF PRODUCTS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £12400 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5008, 2nd £2504, 3rd £1252, 4th £626, 5th £312. (Penalty Value £6548.44)
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (28 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs BALLYBREEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J O’Neill (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs WALK IN MY SHOES
LONGEST TRAVELLER: IMPERIAL JOE trained by T Dennis, Bude, 137 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
WILLIAM PHILO has looked well suited by the emphasis on stamina on his last 2 outings over hurdles and a chance his taken that he’ll be able to take advantage of his lower chase mark after a promising debut in this sphere earlier in the season. Imperial Joe is a solid proposition at this level and should get involved again, with Patient Owner also sufficiently low-mileage to potentally prove beyond his mark.
1-2-3: 1.WILLIAM PHILO 2.IMPERIAL JOE (IRE) 3.PATIENT OWNER (IRE)
colours no horse age st lb
1 WALK IN MY SHOES (IRE) (18) 50-165F
7 12-0
B m Milan - Bonnies Island (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Creative Earth Productions Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Jerry Murphy Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWOpened her account over hurdles at Bangor in November and made an encouraging chasing start at Lingfield last month. Was in the process of taking a backwards step when falling late at Ffos Las last time, so others are preferred. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 GALOP DU BOSC (FR) (18) 33P500 CD
7 12-0
Ch g Vatori (FR) - Larisandre (FR) Charlie Price (3)
The Optimistic Racing Group Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Br Mr Emile Ouvry Tote, Dragonbet
TIMEFORMVIEW Made a winning debut for this yard over C&D in October but has badly uncerachieve since and looks hard to have faith in at present. TFRHHIII BHA100
3 IMPERIAL JOE (IRE) (21) 124321
7 11-13
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Violets Gale (IRE) Sean Houlihan Mrs Jill Dennis Tim Dennis, Bude
Br J. O’Donoghue
TIMEFORM VIEW Has built a solid record over fences, notching his second win of the campaign in a 8-runner handicap chase at Taunton (23f, good) 21 days ago. Shortlist material despite 5lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA99
4 IMPERIAL HURRICANE (GB) (56) 5644-5P
6 11-11
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Silverlined Ciaran Gethings
Imperial Racing & Mr John Blackburn
Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Br Mrs A. M. Varmen Sheridan Ny Llp
TIMEFORMVIEWShaped like a stayer in maiden/novice hurdles but produced laboured displays in handicaps on his last 2 outings. uickly sent chasing and he’s still a likely type to improve at some point, though yard’s form remains serious concern TFRHHIII BHA97
5 ROCK OF STAR (FR) (27) 40-F4U4 C
B g Nom de d’La (FR) - Rolie de Vindecy (FR)
Racehorse Ownership Club
Br Mme A. Berger & Mr C. Gallorini-Berger
6 11-10
Jamie Moore
Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
Racehorse Ownership Club
TIMEFORMVIEWDisappointingwhenfourthof 9inhandicapchaseatWarwicklasttimebuthad shapedasifabletocompetefromthismarkpreviously, in process of running well both times he’s come to grief over fences. Jumping remains a concern but he’s not written off. TFRHHHII BHA96
6 JEAN GENIE (FR) (18) 225U30
Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Lady Koko
Oceans Racing
Br Mr Pascal Noue & Mr Richard Venn
7 11-10
Alan Johns
Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Tote, Dragonbet
TIMEFORM VIEWRemains a long-standing maiden (runner-up 6 times) and didn’t go with too much encouragement when down the field at Ffos Las (23.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Won’t want for stamina but others are preferred with blinkers now applied. TFRHHHII BHA96
7 PATIENT OWNER (IRE) (45) 366-523
BF
8 11-8
B g Getaway (GER) - La Femme Blanche (IRE)
Br Kilfeacle Stud
Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Ben Godfrey (3) CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd
TIMEFORM VIEWSeemed to cope well with the emphasis on stamina when runner-up in a good race of it’s type at Uttoxeter on chase debut Just respectable third at Carlisle last time but merits consideration again with cheekpieces on 1st time TFRHHHHI BHA94
PLAY SMARTER 18
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8 WILLIAM PHILO (GB) (51) 13-5F23 BF
6 11-7
Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Jambles Harry Kimber (3)
Tony and Susan Brimble Robert Walford, Blandford
Br Mrs S. L. Brimble Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFinished fast when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Lingfield (23f, good to soft) 51 days ago having previously shown plenty to work on on chase bow at Exeter earlier in the season Very interesting from lower chase mark TFRHHHHH BHA93
9 ADVANTURA (IRE) (51) 5P2-F2F
6 11-1
B g Watar (IRE) - Keys Hope (IRE) Micheal Nolan
Mr Tony Staple Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br Michael Martin Philip Hobbs Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort of any description when second of 12 in handicap chase at Taunton (26.3f, good to soft) in December but has hit the deck on 2 other outings over fences, not going well from long way out before coming down at Ffos Las last time Others make more appeal TFRHHHII BHA87
10 CELMA DES BOIS (FR) (92) 1P4P-P3
11 11-0
B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Palafixe (FR) Niall Houlihan (3)
Encore Partnership V Richard Rowe, Pulborough
Br Mme Joelle Brillet & Mr Michel Brillet Southern Cranes & Access Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Leicester last term and wasn’t disgraced in form terms when third of 10 in handicap chase at Lingfield (22f, heavy, 50/1) 92 days ago, albeit doing so whilst carrying head very awkwardly. Needs to improve TFRHHHII BHA86
11 TUDORS TREASURE (GB) (26) 354-PP2 D
12 10-11
B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Rude Health Sam Twiston-Davies
Four Seasons Partnership Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Br Racing Coast Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW By far his best effort of the season when second of 14 in handicap chase (28/1) at this course (26.2f, good to soft) 26 days ago, rallying. Overall record remains patchy if he’s capable of getting in the mix if putting best foot forward. TFRHHHII BHA83
12 KINGS KRACKERTARA (GB) (50) 4/400-0P
8 10-9
B m Kayf Tara - Firecracker Lady (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3)
J.C.Harrison Lee & T.Howard Partnership Nick Gifford, Findon
Br Mrs Julia Harrison Lee Avtrade Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to progress over hurdles and has taken very little interest in a pair of chase outings to date TFRHHIII BHA81
13 MR KATANGA (IRE) (26) 603005 C
9 10-9
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Pomme Tiepy (FR) Sean Bowen
All about the birch Rebecca Curtis, Newport
Br Corrib Racing William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over C&D last season but has been out of sorts this term, admittedly stopping the slide to some extent when attempting to win same race again this season last time. Others still make more appeal TFRHHHII BHA81
14
BALLYBREEN (IRE) (78) U654-03 D
10 10-7
B g Gold Well - Miss Colclough (IRE) Conor Ring (3) Mr R. E. R. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mr Roger Symes
TIMEFORM VIEW More than 2 years without a win but produced his best effort for a while when third of 14 in handicap chase at Hereford (25.2f, soft, 13/2) 78 days ago. Blinkers/tongue strap back on TFRHHHII BHA79
15 VIA DANTE (IRE) (18) 400000
6 10-4
B g Milan - Jessies Delight Jack Tudor
David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington
Br Tomas Wafer W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden pointer made little impact in varied events over hurdles, so needs to improve signficantly for the switch to chasing. TFRHHIII BHA76
2022: TIMELY GIFT (IRE) 9 9 11 Charlie Price 6-1 (Tim Vaughan) 12 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 6, 15. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12.
DECLARED RUNNERS 15
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7.
Blinkers worn by No. 9, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 14.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.
Stewards Note:IMPERIAL HURRICANE: Following its run on 26/1/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Imperial Joe (IRE), 7-1 Patient Owner (IRE), 8-1 William Philo (GB), 10-1 Ballybreen (IRE), 12-1 Jean Genie (FR), Advantura (IRE), Tudors Treasure (GB), Mr Katanga (IRE), 16-1 Rock of Star (FR), 18-1 Celma des Bois (FR), 20-1 Walk In My Shoes (IRE), 33-1 Kings Krackertara (GB), 40-1 Imperial Hurricane (GB), Via Dante (IRE), 66-1 Galop du Bosc (FR)
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
19 RACE SIX
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SEVENTH RACE 4.55
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS)
FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE CENTRAL GROUP MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV I) (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): J O’Neill (19 wins from 134 runners, 14%) runs BETHKA
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J O’Neill (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs BETHKA
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MIDSUMMER LASS trained by S Gardner, Longdown, 91 miles.
RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY
An open-looking bumper with STRONG BELLE taken to shrug off a tame effort at Huntingdon given her debut run at that track was very promising. Previous-winner Chosen Hero and Bethka are the big threats on form, though there are several interesting-looking debutantes.
1-2-3: 1.STRONG BELLE 2.CHOSEN HERO (IRE) 3.BETHKA (IRE)
colours no horse age st lb
1 CHOSEN HERO (IRE) (37) 31010 D
5 11-7
Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Chosen Destiny (IRE) Nick Scholfield Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br Kedrah House Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Off mark in Irish points at second attempt and similar story in bumpers, scoring at Wetherby in January. Needs to bounce back from a below-par seventh at Ayr since but good chance she can. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 BETHKA (IRE) (33) 20
5 11-0
Gr m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lakil Princess (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr Mr Stephen Killalea Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Minch Bloodstock Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW €75,000 Walk In The Park mare who is bred to be useful and solid start when 2 lengths second of 15 at Ludlow in January. Big player on that run but she was too free when disappointing at Ascot. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 DISCO DAISY (GB) (-)
5 11-0
B m Mukhadram - Queen’s Star Joe Anderson (7)
Mrs Claire Bonner Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Mr & Mrs C. Bonner Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Mukhadram mare. Dam (h106), maiden hurdler, 1 3/4m-2m winner on Flat Newcomers from yard often fancied.
4 DOLLY DELIGHTFUL (GB) (-)
TFRHHHII BHA-
5 11-0
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Dolores Delightful (FR) Sean Houlihan
My Racing Manager Friends Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br Eliisa Morgan-Joseph My Racing Manager
TIMEFORMVIEWSoldier of Fortune mare. Dam, useful 2 3/4m/3m hurdle winner, sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m-3m winner) Union Saint. Has had wind op ahead of her debut Market can guide. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 MIDSUMMER LASS (GB) (49) P0
5 11-0
Ch m Linda’s Lad - Midsummer Legend Lucy Gardner
Mr N. A. Eggleton Susan Gardner, Longdown
Br Clare Bowles & Nigel Eggleton Woodhayes Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Too green to show anything both starts
6 MIGHTY DUCHESS (IRE) (102) P2
B m Vendangeur (IRE) - The Mighty Matron (IRE)
TFRHIIII BHA-
5 11-0
Jack Quinlan
Jopla Racing Ben Case, Banbury
Br Joseph and Mark Molloy David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW£14,000 3-y-o, £70,000 5-y-o, Vendangeur mare. Half-sister to 4 winners, including fairly useful chaser Mighty Stowaway, stays 3 1/4m, and useful dual bumper winner The Mighty Milan, stays 2 1/2m Runner-up second of 2 starts in Irish points (Dec 11).
7 STRONG BELLE (GB) (55) 30
Bl m Blue Bresil (FR) - Belle Berry (FR)
TFRHHHII BHA-
5 11-0
Sam Twiston-Davies
James & Jean Potter Ltd Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br James & Jean Potter Potter Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising 2 1/4 lengths third of 8 to Lilting Verse in listed bumper at Huntingdon on debut Dropped out quickly there next time but worth another chance
TFRHHHHH BHA-
PLAY SMARTER 22
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
SWEET CARYLINE (GB) (-)
5 11-0
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Mollasses Harry Kimber (3)
Mr J. P. Romans Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
Br The Glanvilles Stud Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW £50,000 3-y-o, Blue Bresil mare. Dam 2m hurdle winner Represents successful yard
TFRHHHII BHA-
9
BLUE MOON SERENADE (GB) (-)
4 10-4
B f Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Asola Blue (FR) Lorcan Murtagh
Ann & Tony Gale Ben Clarke, Beaminster
Br Yorton Farm Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon filly. Half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Blue Tara.
TFRHHHII BHA-
10
GETMETOTHEMOON (GB) (-)
4 10-4
B f Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Gertie Getaway (IRE) Rex Dingle
Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd Holiday Resort Unity
TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon filly Dam lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles. Of obvious interest on debut given yard’s great record in bumpers.
11 MAIRIS ICON (GB) (49) 0
TFRHHHII BHA-
4 10-4
B or Br f Sixties Icon - Alder Mairi (IRE) Micheal Nolan
Mr F. G. Matthews Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br F. G. Matthews We Do Vans
TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, fifteenth of 18 in bumper at Wincanton on debut 49 days ago.
2022: RIVER OF JOY 5 11 0 Sean Bowen 14-1 (Peter Bowen) 11 ran
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.
Stewards Note:
TFRHIIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
STRONG BELLE: Following its run on 27/1/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Strong Belle (GB), 11-2 Bethka (IRE), 6-1 Chosen Hero (IRE), Dolly Delightful (GB), 7-1 Getmetothemoon (GB), 9-1 Sweet Caryline (GB), 10-1 Disco Daisy (GB), 11-1 Mighty Duchess (IRE), 18-1 Blue Moon Serenade (GB), 300-1 Midsummer Lass (GB), Mairis Icon (GB)
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23 RACE SEVEN
EIGHTH RACE 5.25
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS)
FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE CENTRAL GROUP MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): H Fry (8 wins from 49 runners, 16%) runs QUEEN ANNIE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (13 wins from 44 runners, 30%) runs TINTAGEL QUEEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: GUINESSED trained by J & S Best, Lewes, 152 miles.
QUEEN ANNIE failed to justify favouritism on debut at Uttoxeter on New Year’s Eve but she still offered plenty to work on and is the clear pick on form here. The return to a left-handed track should suit Edmond and she rates the main threat, with Cotoneaster making most appeal of the newcomers
1-2-3: 1.QUEEN ANNIE (IRE) 2.EDMOND 3.COTONEASTER
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
colours no horse age st lb
1 COTONEASTER (GB) (-)
5 11-0
B m Telescope (IRE) - Easter Legend Daryl Jacob Easter Racing Club Noel Williams, Blewbury
Br S. C. & M. K. Willes Noel Williams Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope mare Dam, 19f-2 3/4m winner, sister to smart chaser (stayed 21f) Easter Meteor One to note TFRHHHII BHA-
2 DARK MOON (FR) (87) 0
5 11-0
Jamie Moore Team Dunn Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Vida Sure Bailly (FR)
Br Mr B. Bretecher & Mr J. M. Guetre
Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW£20,000 3-y-o, Spanish Moon filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, including useful 2 1/2m chase winner Gold Cup Bailly. 66/1, thirteenth of 17 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, good to soft) on NH debut 87 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
3 GUINESSED (IRE) (36) 5
6 11-0
B m Sageburg (IRE) - Swap Shop (IRE) Nick Scholfield Grandstand Stables Partnership Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Br Miss Jane Doran
TIMEFORMVIEW Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/chaser I’m To Blame and bumper winner Miss Austen. 9/1, fifth of 6 in bumper at Hereford (16.2f, good) on NH debut 36 days ago, making some headway before dropping away TFRHHHII BHA-
4 GYPSY HILL (GB) (26) 0
6 11-0
Alan Johns Mrs L. M. Northover Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Minnie Hill (IRE)
Br L. M. Northover Hartnoll Hotel
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to modest hurdler Minnie Escape Dam (h121) 2m-2 1/2m hurdle winner 33/1 and hooded, eleventh of 14 in bumper at this C&D (good to soft) on NH debut 26 days ago. Cheekpieces on TFRHIIII BHA-
5 PIP AWAY (IRE) (-)
6 11-0
B m Getaway (GER) - Justamemory (IRE) James Davies
The Lavender Chickens Nick Gifford, Findon
Br John Quane Avtrade Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway mare. Half-sister to useful hurdler Ragnar Lodbrok, stays 3m, and fairly useful hurdler/chase winner around 3m For Instance. Dam maiden pointer. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 QUEEN ANNIE (IRE) (82) 5-24 BF
5 11-0
B m Westerner - Ben’s Turn (IRE) Ben Bromley (5) John McGeady Ltd Harry Fry, Corscombe
Br P. Connell John McGeady Ltd, Grosvenor Sport
TIMEFORM VIEW72,000 gns 4-y-o. Half-sister to triple bumper winner Bonttay. Dam bumper/21f-2 3/4m hurdle winner Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points and offered something to work on for all she never looked like justifying her market position when fourth at Uttoxeter. Form pick. TFRHHHHH BHA-
7 TINTAGEL QUEEN (IRE) (87) 5
5 11-0
B m Camelot - Condition Lewis Stones (5) Nick Brown Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud McCoy Contractors
TIMEFORMVIEW Sister to a couple of winners and showed some ability when fifth of 8 at Market Rasen
87 days ago. Won’t have to up her game much to play a prominent role TFRHHHII BHA-
PLAY SMARTER 24
RACE SUMMARY
EDMOND (GB) (49) 45
4 10-4
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Seaham Hall Harry Bannister
Ms Sharon Kinsella Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Seasons Holidays PLC Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel filly who has shown ability both starts to date, hanging badly left on bend when fifth of 18 at Wincanton (15.2f, good to soft, 11/1) 49 days ago. This track more suitable TFRHHHHI BHA-
9 LADY HARRIETT (GB) (-)
4 10-4
B f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Matrow’s Lady (IRE) Sean Bowen
Mr Steven John Matthews Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Steven Matthews
TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy filly. Dam, 19f-23f hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 21f) Benefit Cut TFRHHHII BHA-
10 PEARL’S LEGACY (GB) (-)
4 10-4
B f Dartmouth - Any Pearl Connor Brace
Mr Brian Eckley Brian Eckley, Brecon
Br Shade Oak Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW £6,000 3-y-o, Dartmouth filly. Half-sister to bumper winner Time For Hollie Dam, ran twice in bumpers, half-sister to useful bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler (stayed 3m) Hollies Pearl. TFRHHIII BHA-
2022:(See Div 1)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Queen Annie (IRE), 13-2 Edmond (GB), 9-1 Tintagel Queen (IRE), 11-1 Lady Harriett (GB), 12-1 Cotoneaster (GB), 16-1 Guinessed (IRE), 18-1 Pip Away (IRE), 40-1 Pearl’s Legacy (GB), 50-1 Gypsy Hill (GB), 100-1 Dark Moon (FR)
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