Chepstow Racecard - Saturday 13th April

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9 RAZ DE MAREE (FR) (32) UP0-F22

Ch g Shaanmer (IRE) - Diyala III (FR)

James J. Swan

Br Mme Michele Juhen-Cypres

13 11-1

James Bowen (5)

Gavin Cromwell, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in this 12 months agoand back to form when secondinCorkNational in November.Sound effort overhurdles sinceand no surprise to see himfigure again despite thefacthe’s13. TFR HHHHI BHA140

KEY OwnerBreeding Breeder Jockey TrainerSponsor S Br

Star Ratings Explained

Eachhorse hasbeen given astarrating, theseare definedbelow:

HHHHH Selected to winthe race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed

HHHII By no meansout of thereckoningbut at leastone or twohold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikelytowin butnot totallywithout hope

HIIII Canbegiven little or no chance

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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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SATURDAY 13 APRIL

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AINTREE

1 Botox Has (FR)

GaryMoore CaoilinQuinn

Form: 661, TFR:HHHII

2 Buddy One (IRE)

PaulJohnGilligan JackG.Gilligan

Form: 335, TFR:HHIII Race

1 Castle Ivers (IRE)

OllyMurphy SeanBowen

Form: 131, TFR:HHHHI

2 Electric Mason (IRE) 11-4

ChrisGordon RexDingle

NickyMartin

FIRST RACE 12.40

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

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JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £9000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Twiston-Davies (12 wins from 72 runners, 17%) runs LIGHTNING FLASH

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Dickin (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs LORD OF ALL SAINTS

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: AUTHENTIC LEGACY & THE RON DO RON trained by G L Moore, Horsham, 128 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

On what was effectively his debut, KNIGHT OF ALLEN showed much more of what he’s about when second in a Listed juvenile hurdle at Aintree in December and a repeat here should see Jane Williams’ 4-y-o play a lead role. Lightning Flash following his encouraging hurdles debut second is feared, with Authentic Legacy also worth a look having shown plenty of ability in a pair of bumpers 1-2-3:

PLAY SMARTER

1 AUTHENTIC LEGACY (GB) (21) 40

11-0

Bl g Authorized (IRE) - Forever Present (IRE) Kielan Woods

Tony Head and Gary Moore

Br Netherfield House Stud

Gary Moore, Horsham

KM Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to 3 winners, including dual bumper winner Moonamacaroona. Fair form in pair of bumpers since the turn of the year and he’s very much the type to do well over hurdles for his very good yard TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 KALHANDRION (FR) (-) 11-0

B g Petillo (FR) - Laurana (FR) Lilly Pinchin

Mr R. Key

Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

Br Joel Denis, Clotilde de Barmon, Emmanuel RH Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Petillo gelding. Half-brother to stables useful chaser Valadom and French 17f hurdle winner Ikigai Dam 1 1/2m-13f winner on Flat in France Market should prove a useful guide on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 KNIGHT OF ALLEN (FR) (126) C2 11-0

B g Masterstroke (USA) - Atacames (FR)

Holt, Macnabb, Robinson & Jeffrey

David Noonan

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Br Bruno Vagne Culverhill Farm Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Carried out soon after the first on his debut in a Cheltenham Grade 2 in November and he showed plenty of ability when second to a subsequent winner in Listed juvenile at Aintree a month later Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-

4 LIGHTNING FLASH (IRE) (33) 1602 D 11-0

B g Mount Nelson - Golden Mole (IRE)

Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies

Jordan Nailor

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Legends Stud Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFair form when successful on first of 3 starts in bumpers and plenty of encouragement to be drawn from his hurdles debut second at Taunton (16.5f) 33 days ago. Promises to do better again and respected here. TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 LORD OF ALL SAINTS (FR) (24) 4F4 11-0

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Tulipe de Beaufai (FR)

Mr Donald Jordison

Ben Poste

Harriet Dickin, Midford

Br Christian Ravier, Alban Beauzon & Robert Clay Street Property Consultants

TIMEFORM VIEW Only minor promise on 2 of his 3 starts in juvenile hurdles to date and handicaps entitled to be more his bag. Tongue strap on 1st time TFRHHIII BHA85

6 THE RON DO RON (GB) (28) 44 11-0

B g Golden Horn - Rewaaya (IRE)

Ronnie Racing 2

Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Niall Houlihan

Gary Moore, Horsham

KM Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a fair level when 6 lengths fourth on his debut in a Kempton bumper in February. Never travelled all that well under more testing conditions when fourth of 5 at Uttoxeter (15.7f, heavy) last month. Market should guide now hurdling One of 2 runners from this yard TFRHHHII BHA-

7 PRAIRIE QUEEN (GB) (67) 00P 10-7

Br f Eastern Anthem (IRE) - Lupa Montana (USA)

Clear Racing & Partner

Harry Bannister

Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br Ashbrittle Stud Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a pair of bumpers and well held on hurdles debut at Taunton (16.5f) in February, losing touch 4 out and pulled up TFRHIIII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

2023: IMPERIAL JADE (IRE) 4 10 4

Lilly Pinchin 5-2

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS

LORD OF ALL SAINTS: Following its run on 20/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

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Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Knight of Allen (FR), 4-1 Lightning Flash (IRE), 5-1 Authentic Legacy (GB), 9-1 The Ron Do Ron (GB), 16-1 Kalhandrion (FR), 33-1 Lord of All Saints (FR), 100-1 Prairie Queen (GB)

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SECOND RACE 1.10

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS)

FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES

THE DRAGONBET BORN FROM THE BETTING RING MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Skelton (15 wins from 136 runners, 11%) runs GET SKY HIGH

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs GET SKY HIGH

LONGEST TRAVELLER: JAMINSKA trained by J Williams, South Molton, 95 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

Impressing when winning each of her first 2 starts over hurdles, CASA NO MENTO lost little caste in defeat when runner-up in a mares’Listed contest at Taunton when last seen in December. Her rider takes off a handy 7lb back from a break and she could be the answer Either Or is best not judged on her Sandown run and remains capable of better, whilst Get Sky High needs considering despite an absence to overcome

PLAY SMARTER

1 CASA NO MENTO (GB) (105) 120-112 D 6 11-12

B m Casamento (IRE) - Red Hibiscus

TS Equine

Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7)

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Miss S. J. Turner TMT Construction Ltd, Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFairy useful bumper winner who created a good impression in winning her first 2 starts over hurdles (both at 2m, good) Lost little in defeat in a Taunton Listed event on most recent outing and sound claims despite conceding weight all round here. TFRHHHHH BHA123

2 EITHER OR (IRE) (58) F41-21P

B m Affinisea (IRE) - Madame Grove (IRE)

Canter Banter Racing

6 11-7

Paul O’Brien

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Butlersgrove Stud Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEWWinning pointer in Ireland who built on a promising Warwick bumper second when making a successful start to her hurdle career there (19f, heavy) in January. Possibly amiss when pulled up in Sandown Grade 2 a month later but she’s very much the type to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 JAMINSKA (FR) (53) 21-23F4 D

B m Manatee - Pacifie du Charmil (FR)

Larkhills Racing Partnership III

5 11-7

David Noonan

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Br J. Duteuil & G. Le Borgne Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWJuvenile hurdle winner last winter who ran well when hitting the frame first 2 starts this term Fell over extended 19f here in January though and not at her best when fourth of 7 in mares’ novice at Market Rasen (16.5f) a month later Subsequent 53 day break may help ahead of this TFRHHHII BHA110

4 ELLIES SISTER (IRE) (92) 52-5P

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Dizzy’s Whisper (IRE)

7 11-0

Will Featherstone (10)

Mr J. E Snowden Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br Mrs Anne McDonnell BetVictor

TIMEFORMVIEWKnew more than on debut and shaped like a stayer when second of 11 in Hereford bumper last January. However, low-key efforts in pair of hurdle runs since, pulled up back from 8 months off at Wincanton 93 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-

5 EXTRA COVER (GB) (41) 4

B m Jack Hobbs - Rosita Bay

Hot To Trot Jumping

5 11-0

Ciaran Gethings

Henry Daly, Ludlow

Br Overbury Stallions Ltd Searls Land

TIMEFORMVIEWJack Hobbs mare who makes plenty of appeal on paper but seemingly lacking for sharpness when well beaten fourth of 7 in a Huntingdon bumper on debut 6 weeks ago. This should reveal more now attentions switch to timber TFRHHIII BHA-

6 GET SKY HIGH (IRE) (515) 13212//3- D

Ch m Getaway (GER) - Tell Me Emma (IRE)

Mr & Mrs Gordon Pink

9 11-0

Fergus Gillard

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Patrick Kelly Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint/bumper winner who showed plenty to work on sent hurdling after 19 months off when third of 14 in a maiden at Hereford (16.2f, soft) in November 2022 Not seen since but yard’s runners rarely lack for fitness and she has to be considered TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 GONE AWAY MADAM (GB) (42) 140 D

6 11-0

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Hope Royal Jack Quinlan

Mr Neil King Neil King, Burderop

Br Countess Goess-Saurau & A. West

TIMEFORMVIEW

Blue Bresil mare who made the perfect start when comfortable winner of a Uttoxeter bumper (15.7f) last June Not in quite the same form back at that venue a month later and well held back from 7 months off at Newbury (16.3f) 6 weeks ago. Hurdles debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

SHE’S MY SHADOW (IRE) (496) P2/3- 6 11-0

Gr m Jet Away - Lady Sagamix (FR)

Mr Gethyn Mills

Br Thomas Murphy

Liam Harrison

Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

TIMEFORM VIEW Jet Away mare. Dam (h95), lightly raced over hurdles, 1 1/2m winner on Flat. Placed on last of 3 starts in points (Dec 2022) and market should prove a useful guide on Rules/hurdles debut TFRHHIII BHA2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

EITHER OR: Following its run on 15/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Casa No Mento (GB), 5-2 Either Or (IRE), 5-1 Get Sky High (IRE), 8-1 Jaminska (FR), 14-1 Gone Away Madam (GB), 20-1 Extra Cover (GB), 25-1 She’s My Shadow (IRE), 100-1 Ellies Sister (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 1.40

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

THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED WITH DRAGONBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Skelton (15 wins from 136 runners, 11%) runs LUNAR SOVEREIGN

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs LUNAR SOVEREIGN

LONGEST TRAVELLER: WISE GUY trained by S Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard, 131 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

WISEGUY took another step forward when making it 2 wins from his last 3 starts at Carlisle 2 weeks ago and he looks to hold good claims again from his revised mark with his yard continuing in fine form. Fellow last-time-out winner Double Click and Zambezi Fix head up the dangers, with Lunar Sovereign another to note on his return to action.

1-2-3:

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br

Jockey Trainer Sponsor

1 LUNAR SOVEREIGN (IRE) (336) 133//46-4 D

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Surprise Moment (IRE)

Craig & Laura Buckingham

8 12-1

PLAY SMARTER

Fergus Gillard

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Godolphin Manor Farm Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced 8-y-o who caught the eye when fourth in the Swinton Hurdle at Haydock when last seen in Spring of last year Absent since but unlikely to be lacking for fitness given his stable and underfoot conditions will hold no fears. TFRHHHII BHA121

2 ZAMBEZI FIX (FR) (36) 24122F CD

9 12-1

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

Mr Gethyn Mills & Mr B J. Llewellyn

Br Mr Olivier Tricot & Mr Max Hennau

Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

TIMEFORMVIEWJustified good support when staying on well to score over C&D in December and finished runner-up over fences/hurdles next 2 starts Shaped as if still in form prior to falling 2 out at Exeter (17.5f) 5 weeks ago and he’s not discounted here. TFRHHHHI BHA121

3 MANOR PARK (GB) (18) 13-P105 D

9 12-0

B g Medicean - Jadeel Harry Reed

Chris Clark & Daisy Hitchins Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne

Br Aislabie Bloodstock Ltd Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways at Newton Abbot last July but well beaten at Market Rasen later that month and produced another below-par display when last of 5 on return/yard debut at Taunton (16.5f) 18 days ago. Needs to leave that behind to feature. TFRHHIII BHA120

4 TOMMIE GUN (IRE) (42) 0-21463 D

B or Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Hollygrove Samba (IRE)

Graham and Alison Jelley

5 11-7

Finn Lambert (3)

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Cyril O’Hara Jelson Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWMade a successful debut over hurdles in 2m novice at Southwell in December Failed to build on that next 2 starts but back on track when third on handicap bow at Newbury (16.3f, soft) last time and should make his presence felt here off 1lb lower TFRHHHII BHA113

5 I HAVE A VOICE (IRE) (22) 101U-00 D

B g Vocalised (USA) - Fionnuar (IRE)

Molly and Paul Willis

5 11-5

David Noonan

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Br J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWon twice in juvenile hurdles last season but has been some way below that level in pair of handicap starts since returning from an absence this year Mark is easing at least and cheekpieces (on when winning on the Flat) return here TFRHHIII BHA111

6 WISE GUY (FR) (14) S43121 D

B g Muhtathir - Goldie Jolie (FR)

5 11-3

Harry Atkins (7) Facilities Management Solutions

Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard

Br Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Facilities Management Solutions (PGS) Ltd, Science Supplements

TIMEFORMVIEW5-y-o who boasts a progressive profile in handicaps, making it 2 wins from last 3 starts when running out an 8-length winner at Carlisle (17f) 2 weeks ago, keeping on well Stable continue in terrific order and claims from 8lb higher mark. TFRHHHHH BHA109

7 BELIEVE JACK (FR) (38) P41551 D

B g Make Believe - Sandslide

Mr A. Evans

7 11-2

Nick Scholfield

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br S.C.E.A. du Haras Des Sablonnets NAF, 3AS Leisure

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in this first-time headgear in 2m Catterick claiming hurdle last month (final start for Olly Murphy) On a fair mark starting out for new yard but consistency hasn’t been his forte. TFRHHHII BHA108

1.WISE GUY (FR) 2.DOUBLE CLICK (IRE) 3.ZAMBEZI FIX (FR)

Br

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Teme Trixie

Mr A. E. Price

Mr A. Price

Richard Patrick

Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in pair of bumpers but some encouragement to glean from exploits over hurdles for new yard. Third of 7 in a C&D novice 12 days ago. That may not prove his limit now attentions switch to handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA108

9 DOUBLE CLICK (IRE) (23) 300241 CD

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Katmai (IRE)

Foxtrot Racing Double Click

Mr K. D. Cotter

Br

6 10-11

Will Featherstone (10)

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back with a career-best effort to land a 9-runner C&D handicap last time Has a rather up-and-down profile but he’s a player if on his game TFRHHHHI BHA103

10 VALENS BRUYEE (IRE) (23) 40P135 CD

B g Sageburg (IRE) - The Right Thing (IRE)

Orion Racing

Br Danny Doran

6 10-10

Paul O’Brien

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous efforts in this sphere well behind when off the mark in a C&D novice in January. Held back by his jumping in pair of handicaps subsequently but handicapper is easing his grip and he remains lightly raced. TFRHHHII BHA102

2023: SPIRIT D’AUNOU (FR) 4 11 3 Niall Houlihan EVENS (Gary Moore) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 9.

Stewards Note:

LUNAR SOVEREIGN: Following its run on 13/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Wise Guy (FR), 11-2 Zambezi Fix (FR), Double Click (IRE), 7-1 Lunar Sovereign (IRE), 8-1 Tommie Gun (IRE), 11-1 Believe Jack (FR), Valens Bruyee (IRE), 22-1 Lucky Lugger (GB), 33-1 I Have A Voice (IRE), 50-1 Manor Park (GB)

ABBREVIATIONS

BF - Beaten FavouriteD - 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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FOURTH RACE 2.15

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

THE DRAGONBET THE BOOKMAKER OF WALES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): V Williams (15 wins from 109 runners, 14%) runs ECEPARTI & HAUT FOLIN

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (4 wins from 11 runners, 36%) runs BOLSOVER BILL

WEIGHTWATCHER: DR KANANGA won off a handicap mark of 125, his rating is now down 5lb to 120.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HEAVEN SMART trained by G L Moore, Horsham, 128 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

Granted a better round of jumping than at Market Rasen, BOLSOVER BILL could be the answer. He still appears to be on a fair mark and earns preference ahead of Rouge de L’Quest, who opened his chase account in good style at Ffos Las and may well have more to offer in this sphere. King Turgeon and Eceparti should both be on the premises, too. 1-2-3:

PLAY SMARTER

1 DR KANANGA (GB) (26) 0-6P22P C D 10 12-0

B g Dapper - Crepe de Chine (FR)

Tootell, Tomkies & Tory

Joe Anderson (5)

Ben Clarke, Beaminster

Br Mrs C. M. Bowman Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWTwo visits here during 2021/22 campaign resulted in a second-place finish over C&D and a wide-margin success in a 26f handicap. Back to form when runner-up at Fontwell and Catterick in February but latest effort was modest and now tried in more severe headgear TFRHHIII BHA120

2 BELLS OF PETERBORO (IRE) (21) 044135

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

Mr S. Grys & Mr M. O’Boyle

CD 9 11-12

Alan Johns

Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

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

TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent sort who boasts a good record here, winning or placed on 7 of his 10 previous starts at this course over hurdles/fences Shouldn’t be judged too harshly on latest display at Bangor and he’s only 2lb above the mark off which he scored over C&D in January. TFRHHHII BHA118

3 KING TURGEON (FR) (18) 215652 D

6 11-12

Gr g Turgeon (USA) - King’s Crystal Gearoid Harney (7)

Somerset Racing

David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mrs Henri Devin W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWGood second on return over C&D in November and duly went one place better at Exeter later that month. Back on the right track following a series of low-key efforts when going close at Taunton (23f,

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(5)

Harry Derham, Newbury

Br Lyle Buttimer OLBG

TIMEFORMVIEWWon 4 times for Warren Greatrex last season and has continued to thrive for current yard, landing back-to-back handicaps at Exeter in January under this rider Performed with credit at Market

5 HEAVEN SMART (FR) (42) P-U351U D 7 11-6

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Barbarella Smart (FR)

The Seasiders

Br Ecurie Smart Elevage Chevaux De Courses

Niall Houlihan

Gary Moore, Horsham

KM Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWAddition of blinkersand morepositive tactics seemingly worked wondersat Kempton(3m,soft) where helandeda 6-runner handicap without

B g Coastal Path - Venise (FR)

Shane Quinlan (3)

The Autumn Partnership Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Mr Herve D’Armaille Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Forged clear to land a gamble at Ffos Las on return and placed on his next 3 outings. However, form has dipped in a

B g Enrique - La Pommeraie (FR) Ned Fox (5) Mrs Sandra Champ Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet & G. Leca Faucets Limited TIMEFORMVIEWNotched back-to-back wins in the mud here in the autumn, latterly over this C&D. Runner-up back at this course the last twice but it was a shade disappointing that he failed to deliver in a 3-runner contest last time TFRHHHII BHA106 KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

ROUGE DE L’QUEST (IRE) (13) 42-6341 D

B g Fame And Glory - What A Bleu (IRE)

Mark Sherwood & Francis Reid

Br JC South Farm Ltd

8 10-13

Lorcan Williams

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEWWinning pointer who opened his Rules account at the ninth attempt when landing a Ffos Las handicap by 13 lengths (23.8f, heavy) in this headgear combination last time 8lb rise fair enough and will be a danger to all if able to build on that TFRHHHHI BHA105

2023: ROCK OF STAR (FR) 6 10 13 Nick Scholfield 6-4 (Alexandra Dunn) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Visor worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note:

DR KANANGA: Following its run on 18/3/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Rouge de L’Quest (IRE), 9-2 Bolsover Bill (IRE), 5-1 King Turgeon (FR), 11-2 Eceparti (FR), 7-1 Bells of Peterboro (IRE), 11-1 Heaven Smart (FR), 14-1 Dr Kananga (GB), 22-1 Haut Folin (FR)

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FIFTH RACE 2.50

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

THE DRAGONBET 8 PLACES ON THE NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Curtis (10 wins from 65 runners, 15%) runs THE BOOLA BOSS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Bandey (1 win from 1 runners, 100%) runs BRULURE NOIRE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: INEDIT DE MEE trained by T Lawes, Beare Green, 132 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

KING OF BRAZIL got it together jumping-wise when scoring over C&D last month and a 3lb rise in the weights almost certainly underestimates him.The 7-y-o gets the nod ahead ofWalk InTheWild and chasing-debutant Exmoor Forest.

1-2-3: 1.KING OF BRAZIL 2.WALK IN THE WILD (FR) 3.EXMOOR FOREST (IRE)

colours

1

PLAY SMARTER

B g Midnight Legend - Countess Camilla Ciaran Gethings

Huw & Richard Davies & Friends

Br H. Davies & R. Davies

Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Kendall & Davies

TIMEFORM VIEW Infrequent winner nowadays and doesn’t always find much when push comes to shove. On the upside, his latest success was registered over this C&D off a 9lb higher mark last January, so it would be unwise to rule him out TFRHHHII BHA112

2 POST NO BILLS (IRE) (26) 632134

B g Mahler - Shining Lights (IRE)

9 12-0

Ben Poste

Pyne Swinburne Partnership Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br Miss Christine Keymer

TIMEFORMVIEWHas enjoyed a productive campaign in handicap chases, gaining third success of the season when readily making all at Plumpton (17f, good) in September Looked rusty back from a 5-month break at Southwell and this run should be more revealing TFRHHIII BHA110

3 INEDIT DE MEE (FR) (120) 6222/-0 6

B

Pommerai Lawmens Limited

the last 3 of his 4 starts in 2021/22 for J. Boisnard. Didn’t offer a great deal on debut for this stable at Doncaster in December, though, and will need to leave that well behind now switched to fences. TFRHHIII BHA109

4 KING OF

Nick Elliott & Heather Shane

Shane Quinlan (3)

Katy Price, Llanigon

Br Yorton Farm Stud Tote

who is 2-3 since undergoing a wind op, most recently landing a 5-runner C&D handicap. Probably not the easiest for the handicapper to pin down and he’s the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA107

5 THE BOOLA BOSS (IRE) (279) 331-515 BF

Ch g Quest For Peace (IRE) - Hy Kate (IRE)

Hyde, Frobisher, Waters & Hyde

8 11-11

Paul O’Brien

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br Harry Curtis William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEWWinner of 2 of his first 3 starts over fences, including a good-ground Worcester handicap last June. Jumping went to pot when misfiring at Market Rasen the following month, though, and he faces a tough task here back from a 9-month absence. TFRHHHII BHA107

6 EXMOOR FOREST (IRE) (25) 1PP403

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Horner Vale (IRE)

West Country Hillbillies 2

Br P. M. Prior-Wandesforde

7 11-11

David Noonan

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Junction 24 Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of Warwick maiden hurdle last May and, though rather in-and-out since, his latest third in a handicap at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) was a creditable effort 2lb lower now switched to fences and he could have a part to play if his jumping passes the test TFRHHHII BHA107

7 BRULURE NOIRE (IRE) (51) 5P3-134 D

B g Califet (FR) - Julia Glynn (IRE)

Miss A. M. Reed

TIMEFORM VIEWLanded Ffos Las handicap chase for second year in succession in November, produced to lead before last and asserting quickly run-in However, he’s performed modestly on his next 2 starts and is in danger of mirroring a regressive 2022/23 campaign. TFRHHIII BHA105 KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

7 11-9

Harry Bannister

Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

Br Seamus Cooney Tote

8

WALK IN THE WILD (FR) (41) 4-U4433

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

Heart of the South Racing 121

8 10-6

Niall Houlihan

Gary Moore, Horsham

Br Jean Urizzi Heart Of The South Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the perfect start sent chasing last season, winning his first two starts Not been in same form this term but he has been cut plenty of slack by the handicapper and took a step back in the right direction when third at Doncaster (19f, soft) last time Blinkers applied. TFRHHHHI BHA88

9 VALIRANN GOLD (IRE) (16) 501432 C D

B g Valirann (FR) - Gola Star (IRE)

7 10-2

Ned Fox (5)

Mrs Andrew May and Mrs Mark Bentley Harriet Brown, Sturminster Newton

Br George R. Williams

TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways at Fontwell in February but has come up short on each of his 3 subsequent starts, including when beaten over 16 lengths in the C&D race won by King of Brazil TFRHHIII BHA84

2023: BILLINGSLEY (IRE) 11 11 3 Jay Tidball 16-1 (Alastair Ralph) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9. Stewards Note:

THE BOOLA BOSS: Following its run on 9/7/2023 it was reported that the horse did not stay.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 King of Brazil (GB), 11-2 Moonlighter (GB), 6-1 Walk In The Wild (FR), 8-1 Exmoor Forest (IRE), 17-2 The Boola Boss (IRE), 10-1 Valirann Gold (IRE), 12-1 Post No Bills (IRE), 14-1 Brulure Noire (IRE), 22-1 Inedit de Mee (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 3.32

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

THE BET £20 GET £20 WITH DRAGONBET MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (17 wins from 129 runners, 13%) runs TEQUILA BLAZE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (2 wins from 15 runners, 13%) runs LADY BALKO

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOUSTON CALLING trained by M Rowley, Bridgnorth, 79 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

LADY BALKO boasts a highly progressive profile and is worth a chance to get back to winning ways having posted another good effort over a shorter trip at this course last time Pipers Cross is another likeable mare with solid claims and Melusine de Pail is an interesting handicap debutante.

PLAY SMARTER

B

Br Mr John Studd & Mrs Gill Studd

Wellington

W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWImproved since handicapping and completed a quick-fire hat-trick in ready style at Taunton in March. Another likeable display when second at this course last time and step back up trip should suit. Worth a chance to resume winning ways. TFRHHHHH BHA112

2 TEQUILA BLAZE (GB) (17) 006-015 D 10 12-1

B m Sakhee (USA) - Miss Sassi

Mr Tom Broughton (5)

The Tequila Tipplers Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br C. F. C. Jackson BresBet

TIMEFORMVIEWFair handicap hurdler who stepped up markedly on her reappearance run to capitalise on a falling mark at Southwell (24.3f, soft) in February. Creditable effort but seemed undone by a rise when fifth at Wincanton next time TFRHHHII BHA111

3

MELUSINE DE PAIL (FR) (100) 5F1-322 D

Gr m Creachadoir (IRE) - Regina Maresca (FR)

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Melusine

Br Jean Raymond Brenton, Fanny Brenton & Ca

6 11-13

Alice Stevens (5)

Noel Williams, Blewbury

Olive Print & Graphics TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who has shaped encouragingly when placed on each of her three hurdling

4 MOLTO BENE (IRE) (26) 5P313 BF

B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Molo

5 11-12

Elizabeth Gale (7)

Hot to Trot Jumping and FFL Bloodstock Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br H. Fowler, A. Frost & C. Longsdon

Merriebelle Stable Llc TIMEFORMVIEWTook another step forward when making

7 11-10

B m Westerner - Samsha (IRE)

Sue & Clive Cole & Ann & Tony Gale

Joe Anderson (5)

Ben Clarke, Beaminster

Br Ms Joyce Marsh Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWBegan the campaign in fine form over hurdles and value for extra when landing cramped odds on chase debut at Ffos Las in February. Tame display at Exeter next time but not fully dismissed back over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA106

6 PIPERS CROSS (IRE) (33) 322213 BF

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Oatfield Lady (IRE)

Mrs Sarah Johnstone - Cooke

Br Grove View Stud Limited

7 10-10

Liam Harrison

Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

TIMEFORM VIEW Stayed on well to open her hurdles account in handicap at Huntingdon (25f, heavy) in March and backed it up with a creditable second at Stratford last time Another bold showing looks assured. TFRHHHHI BHA92

7 HOUSTON CALLING (GB) (33) 36-4062

TIMEFORMVIEW17/2, left previous efforts behind when second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (22f, heavy) 33 days ago. Still relatively unexposed and could do better still, so worthy of consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA87 KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

7 10-5

B m Masked Marvel - Houston du Berlais (FR) Lee Edwards

Mr Philip Rowley

Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br James & Jean Potter Bob Price & Son Groundworks

1-2-3: 1.LADY BALKO (FR) 2.PIPERS CROSS (IRE) 3.MELUSINE DE PAIL (FR)

Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Just Missie

Mr Dave Redfern

Harry Atkins (7)

Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Miss Marie Steele Tori Global TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to win a 23f Uttoxeter handicap last spring but it’s all been rather inauspicious since and she faces a tough task here from out of the weights TFRHIIII BHA72

2023: CHLOE’S COURT (IRE) 10 11 4 Harry Kimber 12-1 (Robert Walford) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7.

Stewards Note:

LADY BALKO: Following its run on 21/3/2024 it was reported that the horse moved slightly right-handed.

CAST’S TASHA: Following its run on 8/3/2024 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Probable

9-1 Tequila Blaze (GB), Cast’s Tasha (IRE), 100-1 Elfride (GB)

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RICHARD DAVIS AWARD

For the Top Conditional Jockey riding at Cheltenham, Chepstow, Hereford, Ludlow, Stratford, Warwick and Worcester during the period

3rd May 2023 – 27th April 2024

(Sponsored by the Cheltenham & Three Counties Race Club)

Scoring: a Winner 10 points, a Second 7 points, a Third 4 points, a Fourth 2 points.

Latest placings (up to and including 8th April 2024)

Richard Davis was a talented jump jockey tragically killed in a fall over fences in 1996. This award is named in his memory.

S.P’s: 3-1 Lady Balko (FR), 4-1 Pipers Cross (IRE), 13-2 Melusine de Pail (FR), Houston Calling (GB), 15-2 Molto Bene (IRE),

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AINTREE FIFTH RACE 4.00

FOUR MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (4M 2F 74YDS) FOR SEVEN YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE RANDOX GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £1000000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £382700, 2nd £167500, 3rd £83800, 4th £54500, 5th £33400, 6th £25000, 7th £16500, 8th £11300, 9th £7000, 10th £3500. (Penalty Value £500000) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 16 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Skelton (22 wins from 150 runners, 15%) runs GALIA DES LITEAUX

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W P Mullins (13 wins from 63 runners, 21%) runs ADAMANTLY CHOSEN, CAPODANNO, GLENGOULY, I AM MAXIMUS, JANIDIL, MEETINGOFTHEWATERS, MR INCREDIBLE & STATTLER

FANCY THAT: L Russell won this race in 2017 and 2023. The stable runs CORACH RAMBLER today.

RACE SUMMARY

Claimscanbemadeforplentyinacrackingrenewalincludinglow-mileage8-y-oMAHLERMISSION.Keptfresh sinceafinesecondintheCoralGoldCup,thewayhejumped/travelledthatdaymarkedhimdownasonewhowillbewellservedbythe demands of this race Vanillier, second last year, and the improving Meetingofthewaters head the dangers along with last year’s hero Corach Rambler who bids to emulate the greatsTiger Roll and Red Rum. Panda Boy and DeltaWork complete the shortlist

PLAY SMARTER

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

1 NOBLE YEATS (IRE) (30) 44-0210 CD 9

B g Yeats (IRE) - That’s Moyne (IRE)

Mr Robert Waley-Cohen

Br Mrs Kristene Hunter

TIMEFORMVIEW

Harry Cobden

Emmet Mullins, Ireland

Upton Viva Stud

Top-classchaserwhobecamefirst7-y-osince1940towinthisrace2yearsagoanddisplayedbagsofstaminawhenfourthfrom19lbhighermark 12 months ago Campaigned over hurdles recently, winning the Cleeve before midfield in Stayers’ Hurdle last month. Each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA165

2

NASSALAM (FR) (29) 00-411P

7 11-8

Ch g Dream Well (FR) - Ramina (GER) Caoilin Quinn

John and Yvonne Stone

Gary Moore, Horsham

Br S.A.R.L. Genetique Obstacle KM Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWCaught the eye when fourth in Grand Sefton here in November and took form up a notch in blinkers, emphatically winning Welsh National over Christmas. Hit hard by the assessor as a result and whilst he’s best excused his Gold Cup run, this rates no easy task under a big weight. TFRHHHII BHA161

3 COKO BEACH (FR) (68) 1P-3121

Gr g Cokoriko (FR) - Solana Beach (FR)

9 11-8

Jordan Gainford

Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Br Jean-Louis Berger Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEWLikeable grey who has looked better than ever this campaign, landing the Troytown before a good second in the Becher here Took well to Cross Country when going in again at Punchestown (24.6f) in February but worth noting he’s not got home in the last 2 renewals of this race from lower marks TFRHHHII BHA161

4

CAPODANNO (FR) (30) 3P-6314

8 11-8

Ch g Manduro (GER) - Day Gets Up (FR) Keith Donoghue

Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Br Mr Andre Hebert

TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-class chaser who got back to winning ways when landing Grade 2 Cotswold Chase (25.2f) at Cheltenham in January and similar form despite shaping as if the drop in trip was against him when fourth in the Ryanair last month However, seemingly failed for stamina in this 12 months ago. TFRHHIII BHA161 (-1)

5 I AM MAXIMUS (FR) (49) 41-1431

8 11-6

B g Authorized (IRE) - Polysheba (FR) P. Townend

Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Br Ronald Huggins & George William Tiney

TIMEFORMVIEW8-y-owhodisplayeddeepreservesofstaminawhentakinglastseason’sIrishNational.Tookhisformupanotchinlanding2ofhis4startsthistimeround,well on top when seeing off Vanillier in the Bobbyjo in February. Jumping does temper enthusiasm to a degree but he possesses the class. TFRHHHII BHA159 (+3)

6 MINELLA INDO (IRE) (120) P1P-144

B g Beat Hollow - Carrigeen Lily (IRE)

Mr Barry Maloney

Br Mrs R. H. Lalor

11 11-6

Rachael Blackmore

Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

TIMEFORMVIEW2021 Gold Cup hero who was well prepared back from 7 months off to land Grade 3 at Punchestown in October. Similar form when fourth behind Latenightpass in Cross Country Chase at Cheltenham in December but suspicion is this 11-y-o will find a few too good TFRHHIII BHA159

7 CORACH RAMBLER (IRE) (29) 411-533 CD

B g Jeremy (USA) - Heart N Hope (IRE)

The Ramblers

10 11-6

Derek Fox

Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Br P. Hillis Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWHigh-class chaser who emulated his stablemate One For Arthur when running out a most impressive winner of this race 12 months ago (Vanillier second). Repeat bid looks to have been his target since and well in at the weights following his cracking third in last month’s Gold Cup Lots to like. TFRHHHHI BHA159 (+3)

8 JANIDIL (FR) (30)

10F-230

B g Indian Daffodil (IRE) - Janidouce (FR)

10 11-6

Jody McGarvey

Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Br Mr Hubert Langot & Mr Michel Langot

TIMEFORM VIEW Willie Mullins trained 10-y-o who won Grade 2 Red Mills Chase at Gowran last season Lightly raced and largely modest efforts have followed, including when well beaten in last month’s Stayers’ Hurdle at the Festival. Stamina has to be a doubt returned to chasing TFRHHIII BHA159

9 STATTLER (IRE) (68) 22P-624

Br g Stowaway - Our Honey (IRE)

9 11-5

Mr P. W. Mullins

Mr R. A. Bartlett W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Br Cyril O’Hara

Albert Bartlett

TIMEFORM VIEWQuickly developed into a high-class novice over fences, running out a ready winner of the NH Chase 2 seasons ago. Rather underwhelming efforts this campaign though and didn’t really warm to his task when distant fourth over Cross Country fences at Punchestown in February. TFRHHIII BHA158

10 MAHLER MISSION (IRE) (133) 312F-22

B g Mahler - Finnow Turkle (IRE)

Colm Herron & Rockview Racing Syndicate

Br Ivor Dulohery

8 11-5

Ben Harvey

John McConnell, Ireland

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedmodelswitchedtochasing,havinghisrivalsonthestretchwhendeparting2outinlastseason’sNHChaseatCheltenham Provedmuchsharperfor his return when a fine second in Coral Gold Cup in December, travelling/jumping well Connections keen to keep him fresh for this. Big player TFRHHHHH BHA158

11 DELTA WORK (FR) (62)

Br g Network (GER) - Robbe (FR) Jack Kennedy

Gigginstown House Stud

Br Mr C. Magnien & Mr J. Magnien

Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEWDid well to finish third here 2 years ago, and having landed his second consecutive Cross Country Chase at Cheltenham, he unseated back here 12 months ago Should be sharper for a spin in Grade 2 Hurdle at Navan in February and no surprise to see a good showing with first-time blinkers enlisted. TFRHHHII BHA157

12 FOXY JACKS (IRE) (107) 21P314 BF

B g Fame And Glory - Benefit Ball (IRE)

10 11-4

Gavin Brouder

Ms Rachel Carthy M. F. Morris, Ireland

Br Michael Long

TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the ground running during second half of last year, landing Midlands National at Kilbeggan, and jumped better than often the case when seeing off Latenightpass in Cross Country contest at Cheltenham in December. Good fourth over hurdles since but needs to keep the errors to a minimum here. TFRHHIII BHA157

13 GALVIN (IRE) (62) 62U-054

B g Gold Well - Burren Moonshine (IRE)

Mr R. A. Bartlett

Br Gabriel O’Gara

10 11-2

Sam Ewing

Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Albert Bartlett, Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORMVIEWVery smart chaser with a very good record at Cheltenham, runner-up behind stablemate Delta Work in last season’s Cross Country Chase. Efforts this winter suggest he retains plenty of ability but worth noting he unseated at the first in this race 12 months ago. TFRHHHII BHA155

14 FAROUK D’ALENE (FR) (30) 1F/-F52P

B g Racinger (FR) - Mascotte d’Alene (FR)

Gigginstown House Stud

9 11-1

Donagh Meyler

Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Br Mr Louis Couteaudier Gordon Elliott

VIEWWas twice successful over fences

novice, latterly

2022. Hasn’t convinced with his jumping

this sphere since however and

mark himself down as a leading candidate for this race when pulled up in last month’s Pertemps at Cheltenham. TFRHHIII BHA154 (-1)

15 ELDORADO ALLEN (FR) (32) 54-345P

10 11-0 Gr

J P Romans & Terry Warner Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Mr Bruno Vagne

Br Sunnyhill Stud The Fitzdares Club

VIEWHurdles/chase winner who seemingly failed for stamina when midfield in last year’s

22-5502

Gr g Martaline - Virgata (FR)

9 10-12

Sean Flanagan

Mrs H M. Keaveney Gavin Cromwell, Ireland

Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie Haras Des Marais

TIMEFORM VIEWAlbert Bartlett winner in 2021 who ran a cracker from a long way back when a strong-finishing second to Corach Rambler 12 months ago 9lb better off with his old rival here and teed himself up for another crack with a good second behind I Am Maximus in the Bobbyjo in February. On the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA151 (-1)

18 MR INCREDIBLE (IRE) (28) P/F23U-2

B g Westerner - Bartlemy Bell (IRE)

Paul Byrne, J. Carthy & Patrick O’Brien

Br R. Lynch

8 10-11

Brian Hayes

W. P. Mullins, Ireland

19 RUN WILD FRED (IRE) (32) 3-50PBP

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Talkin Madam (IRE)

Gigginstown House Stud

10 10-10

Mr T. Hamilton

Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Br Maurice O’Brien Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEWSmart novice chaser (runner-up in NH Chase in 2022) but fell in consecutive Nationals (including here) later that season and record patchy since, soon backing out of things when pulled up in the Ultima at Cheltenham 32 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA149 (-4)

20 LATENIGHTPASS (GB) (56) 114-215 C

B g Passing Glance - Latenightdip

11 10-10

Miss Gina Andrews

Mrs P. A. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby

Br Mrs Pippa Ellis Fresh Air

TIMEFORMVIEWMultiplepointwinnerwhoiswellprovenovertheNationalfences,landingthe2022Foxhunters,andheaddedtohishaulinCrossCountrydisciplineforDanSkelton at Cheltenham in December. Latest spin over hurdles should have blown cobwebs away and interesting runnerre-united with former stable TFRHHHII BHA149

21 MINELLA CROONER (IRE) (32) P-1P33P

B g Shantou (USA) - Laren (GER)

KTDA Racing/Nick Courtney/Cillian Moran

Br Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe

8 10-10

Kevin Sexton

Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulchaserwhomadeawinningreturnin4-runnerListedchaseatWexfordandsimilarformwhenthirdinTramoreGrade3onNewYear’sDay.Performed modestly since though, well held in Ultima Handicap latest and far from certain to relish this test (well-beaten both starts beyond 3m). TFRHHIII BHA149 (-5)

22

ADAMANTLY CHOSEN (IRE) (27) 6P-4001

B g Well Chosen - Sher’s Adamant (IRE)

Watch This Space Syndicate

Br Martin Kenirons

7 10-9

Sean O’Keeffe

W. P. Mullins, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW 7-y-o who made most of a good opportunity when resuming winning ways in 5-runner Down Royal chase (26.2f) last month. Stamina not fully tested at the trip on that occasion and definite reservations as to whether he wants this far. TFRHHIII BHA148 (+2)

B g Midnight Legend - Tot of The Knar

Steve & Jackie Fleetham

11 10-9

James Bowen

Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Steve & Jackie Fleetham Unique Windows

TIMEFORM VIEWWon 2 races over the National fences during 2021/22 campaign and notched another success on belated return here (Mildmay Course) on Boxing Day. Below best over hurdles/fences since and stamina to prove upped markedly in trip operating from this career-high mark. TFRHHIII BHA148 (-2) 24

Ch g Well Chosen - Meadstown Miss (IRE) Danny Gilligan

Bective Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Br Tom Baker Gordon Elliott TIMEFORM VIEWEasy winner of first 2 starts over fences and career-best effort when runner-up in NH Chase at the Festival last term, reeled in late on by Gaillard du Mesnil Didn’t get home in Irish National thereafter and absent since finishing midfield in Kerry equivalent last summer This may stretch him. TFRHHHII BHA148

25 LIMERICK LACE (IRE) (29) 23-1211

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sway (FR)

7 10-8

Mark Walsh

Mr John P. McManus Gavin Cromwell, Ireland

Br Mrs Noreen McManus

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartmarewhoisenjoyingacrackingseason,winning3timeseithersideofhersecondintheTroytown(behindCokoBeach),includingGrade2Mares’Chase at the Festival last month Interesting she’s the choice of Mark Walsh and looking to be first mare since Nickel Coin in 1951 to take this TFRHHHII BHA147 (+6)

26

MEETINGOFTHEWATERS (IRE) (32) 4311U3

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Maisy Daisy (IRE)

7 10-8

Daniel Mullins

Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Br Brian Walsh

TIMEFORMVIEW

Well-servedbyincreaseinstaminawhenlanding27-runnerLeopardstownhandicap(24.4f)overChristmasandquicklyoverhisunfortunatemishapthereinFebruary when a cracking third in last month’s Ultima Handicap at Cheltenham Further progress likely for top stable and one for the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA147 (+3)

27 THE GOFFER (IRE) (32) P4-0505 BF 7 10-8

B g Yeats (IRE) - Ballylough Lady (IRE)

Sean Bowen

Mr Allan Snow Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Br Joseph O’Rahilly

Gordon Elliott

TIMEFORM VIEWLightly raced this term and shaped better than distance beaten suggests when fifth of 21 in Ultima Handicap at the Festival 32 days ago. Possible he’ll be sharper with that under his belt and he appeals as being on a workable mark for all this rates a sterner assignment TFRHHHII BHA147

28 ROI MAGE (FR) (27) F20-162

B g Poliglote - Royale Majesty (FR)

Pryde/Van Der Hoeven/McGladery/Beaumont

Br Mrs I. Garcon & Mr J. P. Garcon

12 10-8

James Reveley

Patrick Griffin, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEWVeteran who made good fist of things having first crack at these fences when seventh 12 months ago. Enhanced his good record at Compiegne in November and produced another solid effort when second at Down Royal latest but you have to go back 20 years for last 12-y-o winner of this race TFRHHHII BHA147

29 GLENGOULY (FR) (30) FP5-220

B g Coastal Path - Roulmapoule (FR)

Roaringwater Syndicate

Br Mr Patrice Vagne

8 10-7

M. J. M. O’Sullivan

W. P. Mullins, Ireland

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-racedfrontrunnerwhocementedpositivestarttotheseasonwhenasolidsecondbehindAin’tThatAShameinThyestesChase(25f,heavy)atGowran in January. Took strong hold and ultimately well held in Plate Handicap at Cheltenham since and he’ll need to settle better up markedly in trip TFRHHIII BHA146

30 GALIA DES LITEAUX (FR) (62)

54-1224

B m Saddler Maker (IRE) - Serie Love (FR)

Mr Michael Ariss

BF

8 10-7

Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Henri Gruloos Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage mare whose 3 chase victories have come in small fields but showed another dimension to her game when second in Classic Chase at Warwick (29.2f, soft) in January. Not at her best at Exeter since but she remains with untapped potential over marathon trips and yard enjoying a fine season TFRHHHII BHA146

31 PANDA BOY (IRE) (70) F5-4424

Gr g Valirann (FR) - Ballymartintheatre (IRE)

Old Pals Partnership

Br Pat Canavan

8 10-7

J. J. Slevin

Martin Brassil, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEWSmart chaser who finished fifth in last season’s Irish National and big effort when staying-on second behind Meetingofthewaters at Leopardstown (24.4f, heavy) in December. Solid fourth over hurdles in February and this sort of test looks tailor-made for him. Yard won this with Numbersixvalverde TFRHHHHI BHA146

32 EKLAT DE RIRE (FR) (32) P0/4-02P

B g Saddex - Rochdale (FR)

Mr P. Davies

Br Guy Cherel

10 10-7

Darragh O’Keeffe

Henry de Bromhead, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEWLightly raced since unseating in Brown Advisory at Cheltenham 3 years ago but stepped up on return when runner-up in 4-runner chase at Fairyhouse (3m) in February. Better than being pulled up suggests back at Cheltenham latest TFRHIIII BHA146 (-1)

33 CHAMBARD (FR) (32) 4-21P00 C

B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Regina Park (FR)

David & Carol Shaw

12 10-7

Miss Lucy Turner

Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br A. Cypres, A. Maggiar & E. Roussel Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWEnded 2021/22 campaign with success in the Kim Muir and saw off Coko Beach when landing the Becher Chase over these fences in December Revised mark enough to halt him in competitive contests since TFRHHIII BHA146 (-1)

34 KITTY’S LIGHT (GB) (32) 1-40050

8 10-7

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Daraiyna (FR) Jack Tudor

R J Bedford & All Stars Sports Racing

Br The Daraiyna Syndicate

Christian Williams, Bridgend

NAF

TIMEFORM VIEWSigned off lastseasonby landinganexceptionalhat-trick, winningtheEiderChase, ScottishNationalandbet365Gold Cup Has seemingly beenbrought along with spring targets in mind again, and whilst underfoot conditions may not be ideal, he’d be the most heart-warming of winners. Respected TFRHHHII BHA146 (-1)

2023: CORACH RAMBLER (IRE) 9 10 5 Derek Fox 8-1 (Lucinda Russell) 39 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 34

Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 26. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 3, 19.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 17, 23, 27, 34.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 8, 12, 17, 21, 30, 31, 34.

Stewards Note:

ELDORADO ALLEN: Following its run on 12/3/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

GALIA DES LITEAUX: Following its run on 11/2/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its last race.

Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Corach Rambler (IRE), 10-1 I Am Maximus (FR), 11-1 Meetingofthewaters (IRE), 12-1 Vanillier (FR), 14-1 Panda Boy (IRE), 18-1 Mahler Mission (IRE), Kitty’s Light (GB), 20-1 Mr Incredible (IRE), 22-1 Noble Yeats (IRE), Limerick Lace (IRE), 25-1 Nassalam (FR), 28-1 Minella Indo (IRE), Delta Work (FR), Galia des Liteaux (FR), 40-1 Galvin (IRE), Latenightpass (GB), 50-1 Coko Beach (FR), Capodanno (FR), Stattler (IRE), Chemical Energy (IRE), 66-1 Foxy Jacks (IRE), Ain’t That A Shame (IRE), Adamantly Chosen (IRE), The Goffer (IRE), Roi Mage (FR), Glengouly (FR), 80-1 Mac Tottie (GB), Chambard (FR), 100-1 Janidil (FR), Farouk d’Alene (FR), Eldorado Allen (FR), Minella Crooner (IRE), Eklat de Rire (FR), 200-1 Run Wild Fred (IRE)

RACE RESULT

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SEVENTH RACE 4.40

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

THE ON COURSE VALUES ONLINE WITH DRAGONBET NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Vaughan (12 wins from 149 runners, 8%) runs WONDERWEASLE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Dickin (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs JUST AIDAN

LONGEST TRAVELLER: KOSASIEMPRE trained by S Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard, 131 miles.

A number to consider in this big field, with LOVE OF NEYMORE chanced on her handicap debut. J’Habite En France, the thriving Goguenard and Fresh Speculation are among a number of others that must be respected.

RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER

1 FRESH SPECULATION (GB) (59) 65353 6 12-0

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Wilde Speculation (IRE)

Alice Stevens (5)

Mike Green & Sally Beech Henry Daly, Ludlow

Br Mike Green Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well backed and ran his best race sent handicapping over this sort of trip at Hereford 8 weeks ago, the extra distance probably in his favour given the way he shaped, keeping on for third. Suspect he has races in him. TFRHHHII BHA100

2 LOVE OF NEYMORE (GB) (19) 00/-P43

Ch m Gentlewave (IRE) - Love of Tara

Mr Richard Edward Pullen

Br North Park Farm Racing

6 12-0

Charlie Price (3)

Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than previously in Huntingdon novice (20.7f) 3 weeks ago, even catching the eye (finished with running left under tender handling) One to note on handicap debut TFRHHHHH BHA100

3 SHUIL CEOIL (IRE) (34) 3-U124P

6 11-13

Ch g Mount Nelson - Shuil Bob (IRE) Joe Anderson (5)

Mr R Flower Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Paddy Kennedy

TIMEFORMVIEW Confirmed earlier promise when winning 15-runner handicap at Exeter (21f, heavy) in December Modest run at Warwick last month and needs more now fitted with hood TFRHHHII BHA99

4 J’HABITE EN FRANCE (FR) (34) 2-F2U4

B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Saintete (FR)

M Matthews, S Hardman, B Case

Br Mr P. Thiriet & HARAS de Saint Voir SCA

5 11-11

Jack Quinlan

Ben Case, Banbury

David Andrews Construction Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWShaped better than the bare result making handicap debut at Warwick (21f, heavy) after wind op last month, fitness tested to the very full under the conditions after 13 weeks off. Down 3lb and one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA97

5 KOSASIEMPRE (FR) (40) P5-040P

B m Masked Marvel - Cosavita (FR)

Fakenham Race Club

6 11-11

Ciaran Gethings

Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard

Br Ecurie Biraben, D. Biraben & A. Biraben Fakenham Racecourse Ltd, Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability in a trio of mares ’ novice hurdles but performed modestly on handicap debut at Southwell (20.4f, heavy) 40 days ago. Has had a wind op and also has tongue tie on now TFRHHIII BHA97

6 RIVER VOYAGE (IRE) (27) 541-6P3

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Khazaria (FR)

Racing for Fun

Br Tommy James, Eoin Banville & Lucy Norton

6 11-9

Paul O’Brien

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEW Winning Irish pointer and best run over hurdles when third of 6 in novice at Chepstow (3m, heavy) last month. Potential improver in handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA95

7 GETUPTHEYARD (IRE) (33) 400640

B g Getaway (GER) - Harbour Mistress (IRE)

On Business

5 11-7

David Noonan

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Br Parkville Stud Junction 24 Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced on handicap debut at Taunton (19f) in February but well held there next time. Something to find TFRHHIII BHA93

1-2-3: 1.LOVE OF NEYMORE 2.J’HABITE EN FRANCE (FR) 3.GOGUENARD (FR)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8 INEBRANLABLE (FR) (77) 2/0-0400

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Vega de Beaumont (FR)

6 11-6

Lorcan Williams

Mr Adrian Paterson Ben Clarke, Beaminster

Br

Mrs K. Perreau & Mr L. Colson et al Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Performed modestly again on handicap debut at Uttoxeter (2m, heavy) 11 weeks ago but is still unexposed and return to longer trip might suit TFRHHHII BHA92

9 EXPRESS SURPRISE (IRE) (23) 2-55U3

B g Mahler - Gudnis Gracious Me (IRE)

5 11-3

Richard Patrick

C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope

Br The Beeches Stud Ltd Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest form both completed starts over hurdles, shaped as if needing stiffer test in decent race at Ludlow (2m) latest Worth a look now handicapping up in trip TFRHHHII BHA89

10 GOGUENARD (FR) (33) B0-1121 D

8 10-12

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ouchka (FR) Kielan Woods

Les Petits Coquins

Br Mr Herve Robert & Mrs Adeline De Vitton

D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

TIMEFORMVIEWHas upped his game since switched to handicaps over hurdles, battling well to make it back-to-back wins at Catterick (19.3f, soft) in February and going in again at Stratford last month. No surprise to see him go well again up 6lb. TFRHHHII BHA84

11 WONDERWEASLE (GB) (13) 545031

6 10-11

B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Silver Gypsy (IRE) Alan Johns

Mrs L.Bowtell & Mr P.Bowtell

Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Yorton Farm Stud DragonBet, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly built on the promise shown in novice company to get off the mark in Ffos Las handicap over this trip in the mud a fortnight ago. Can go well again up 3lb. TFRHHHII BHA83

12 MILITARY TYCOON (IRE) (27) 004

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Candle Lit (IRE)

Bailey Burt Thoroughbred

Br Mabaki Investments

4 10-10

Thomasina Eyston (7)

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner who has shown a bit in maiden hurdles for this yard this year and may do better now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA92

13 HOWDY PARTNER

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Janes Boutique (IRE) Ned Fox (5)

Mr Will Gaskins Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br Simon Davies

TIMEFORM VIEW Point scorer but winless over hurdles and down the field in handicaps for new yard

16 CAPTAIN COPPER (IRE) (22) 005P0P

TFRHHIII BHA74

6 10-2

Ch g Ocovango - Cansalrun (IRE) Cameron Iles (7)

Mr N Price & Ryan Potter Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br The Beeches Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to deliver under Rules and faces a tough task here.

TFRHHIII BHA70

2023: MR HAILSTONE (IRE) 7 11 1 Luke Scott 9-1 (Dr Richard Newland) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 16 Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 7, 8, 13, 16. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5. Stewards Note:

KOSASIEMPRE: Following its run on 4/3/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Goguenard (FR), 13-2 Wonderweasle (GB), 8-1 Fresh Speculation (GB), 9-1 Love of Neymore (GB), 11-1 J’Habite En France (FR), 12-1 Express Surprise (IRE), 14-1 Military Tycoon (IRE), 16-1 Shuil Ceoil (IRE), 18-1 River Voyage (IRE), 22-1 Getuptheyard (IRE), 25-1 Kosasiempre (FR), Just Aidan (IRE), 40-1 Inebranlable (FR), Howdy Partner (IRE), Captain Copper (IRE), 50-1 Citizen Jane (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 12.40 - THE BEST ODDS ON WELSH SPORT DRAGONBET JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for four yrs old only, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2023, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, April 8th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. DragonBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £2000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during the following season. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper. 8 entries at £45. - Closed April 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.10 - THE DRAGONBET BORN FROM THE BETTING RING MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, April 8th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Dragonbet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £38. - Closed April 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)

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Third Race 1.40 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED WITH DRAGONBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Dragonbet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Dragonbet. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 15 entries at £38. - Closed April 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

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Fourth Race 2.15 - THE DRAGONBET THE BOOKMAKER OF WALES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 6th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Dragonbet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries, 0 at £8 and 20 at £44. - Closed April 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

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Fifth Race 2.50 - THE DRAGONBET 8 PLACES ON THE NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 6th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Dragonbet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 21 entries at £44. - Closed April 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

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Sixth Race 3.32 - THE BET £20 GET £20 WITH DRAGONBET MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. DragonBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 19 entries, 4 at £7 and 15 at £38. - Closed April 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

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Seventh Race 4.40 - THE ON COURSE VALUES ONLINE WITH DRAGONBET NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, April 8th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Penalties, after April 6th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. DragonBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 30 entries at £30. - Closed April 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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