Chepstow Racecard - Friday 11th October

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Welcome to Chepstow’s Unibet Jump Season Opener, a weekend steeped in jump racing history, celebrating the start of another thrilling winter national hunt campaign across the UK.

We are delighted to see such a well-supported card and we are extremely grateful to the owners and trainers who have supported us. We look forward to watching your horses run over the coming two days.

With £400,000 of prize money on offer over the two days, we have some thrilling races to look forward to, headlined today by the £50,000 Unibet Persian War Novices Hurdle, with a competitive field heading to post.

We also have some old favourites entered in the Unibet Heroic Jumpers’ Veterans’ Handicap Steeplechase, with several previous course winners - including 2022 Coral Welsh Grand National winner The Two Amigos – returning for this competitive test of stamina.

To kick-start the day, we’re delighted to be hosting the 2nd running of the Unibet Welsh Jump Jockeys’ Derby, helping to raise funds and awareness for LATCH, the Welsh Children’s Cancer Charity. LATCH have been a great support to trainer Christian Williams and his family in his daughter Betsy’s battle with leukaemia. We’re extremely proud to be able to host this fund raiser and also huge thanks to the jockeys for giving up their time for the race – and the promotional video!

Fresh for this year’s two day meeting is an Oktoberfest theme, so do head over to the Bierfest marquee located on the back lawn for some Bavarian music courtesy of the Bavarian Strollers throughout the day and after racing, as well as a DJ playing throughout the day. You’ll also find a variety of German beer, Bratwursts and a wide range of food and drink for you to enjoy, available across the racecourse throughout the day.

A final thanks must go to our sponsors today. Firstly our headline sponsors Unibet, who have shown unwavering support for the meeting for several years now We thank you Ed Nicholson and team for your support of this wonderful fixture. Unibet are joined as sponsors by Century Racing Club, Carl Pyne, 3 A’s Leisure, David Pipe and finally Capital Windscreens, who we must thank for additionally sponsoring the Parade Ring at Chepstow.

We really appreciate your support and thank you for joining us for our Unibet Jump Season Opener weekend. We hope you enjoy all of the action on and off the track and I look forward to seeing you return to us soon.

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

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Parade Ring

This is an ideal opportunity for racegoers to see the horses close up and assess their attitude and fitness. The horses begin to parade 15-20 minutes before their race, and this is a great chance to pick your horse.

Placing a Bet

The Racecourse Betting shop is situated in the Grandstand & Paddock enclosure. The bookmakers are located in the betting ring in front of the main Grandstand.

The Weighing Room

This is located opposite the Winning Post and all jockeys weigh out here before each race. Their weight, including their saddle, should correspond with the weight shown in today’s racecard for their particular horse in that particular race. Once the race is finished, the jockeys will weigh in and their weight must be the same as when they started. On racedays, four stewards ensure each race is run according to Jockey Club rules and regulations.

Winners Enclosure

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Emergency Evacuation Procedure

“Due to circumstances beyond our control racing has had to be suspended, will you please evacuate the buildings by the emergency exits. You will be guided by members of the racecourse staff to specific assembly points, determined by which area you are in. Once there, please wait until the emergency services and/or racecourse staff tell you what to do”.

Please see the assembly points clearly marked on the map.

After each race, the first four placed horses are led into the Winners Enclosure where they are unsaddled and the jockeys take the saddle and weigh in. There are presentations by race sponsors to the connections of the winning on the winner’s podium.

sponsors to the connections of the horse horse

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FRIDAY 11 OCTOBER

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STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

CHIEF STEWARD GREG PEARSON

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR JOHN PEARN

DANIEL ANDREWS, JOSIE BROWN-SMITH, LOUISE MOORE

STARTERS

SOPHIA UPTON

CIARAN MCKEE

JUDGE

GUY LEWIS

CLERK OF THE SCALES

ROBERT CUTHBERT

VETERINARY OFFICERS

LUCINDA TYLER

JESSICA RAINBOW

VETERINARY SURGEONS

BOBBY MCEWEN

CARYS REYNOLDS

SCOTT MILNES

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr NAOMI CUMMINGS

Dr CHRIS REESE

DR CHRIS REYNOLDS

NURSE

SARAH GODFREY

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

MEL BAKER

DARREN STONE

JEREMY WILLIS

VINCE MCKEVITT

HORSE HANDLER

KAREN WILLIAMS

JADE LAZENBY

RACE CONDITIONS CAN BE FOUND ON PAGE 47

REGIONAL DIRECTOR

SOUTH WEST

PHIL BELL

INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER

LUKE ADMANS

CLERK OF THE COURSE

DAI JONES

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

RON MASON

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

DAI JONES

COMMENTATOR

MARK JOHNSON

BETTING RING MANAGER

ANDY COLLINS

Capita

GOLDEN ERA FOR WELSH JUMP JOCKEYS

In recent years a band of Welsh jockeys has become a significant force in jump racing. Three of them finished in the nationwide top ten last season, Sean Bowen leading the way with 157 winners.

In the first half of the 2010s the success of Welsh trainers such as Peter Bowen, Evan Williams and Tim Vaughan sparked the beginning of the new wave of young Welsh jockeys. Seventeen-year-old Sean Bowen rode 51 winners in 2014/15, his first full season, and since then a host of other Welsh riders have graduated from the worlds of pony racing and point-to-pointing to be successful jump jockeys.

Bowen would have been champion National Hunt jockey last season but for a fall on Boxing Day that kept him sidelined for six weeks. He is currently vying with former champion Harry Skelton for the lead in this season’s title race. In third place is Sean’s brother James, who when sixteen became the youngest ever jockey to ride the winner of the 2017 Welsh Grand National. James broke Sean’s record as the youngest champion conditional and is now second jockey in Nicky Henderson’s yard.

In the last National Hunt season Ben Jones rode the Harry Redknapp-owned Shakem Up’arry to win at the Cheltenham Festival. On the same day Lorcan Williams rode Golden Ace to land the Dawn Run Mares’ Hurdle. Elsewhere, Connor Brace won six races on his grandfather David’s handicapper Classic Concorde and Richard Patrick won the Welsh Champion Hurdle winner Nemean Lion.

Not forgetting Jack Tudor rode Christian Williams’ Potters Corner to victory in the 2019 Welsh National, and Kitty’s Light to win an unprecedented hat-trick of long-distance chases (the Eider, Scottish National and Bet365 Gold Cup) in the spring of 2023 and amateur jockey David Prichard won the 2022 Welsh Grand National on The Two Amigos.

Next off the conveyor belt of talent may be Tim Vaughan’s son Ed, who rode nearly a hundred pony race winners and in his first season point-to-pointing season won 33 races to take the national champion novice rider title.

This extent of Welsh strength in the saddle has not been seen since the first half of the 20th century, when brothers Ivor, Jack and Owen Anthony won three Grand Nationals and three jockeys’ championships between them. It’s been over 50 years since Bob Davies was the last Welshman to be champion jockey. Hopefully the next one will be crowned at the end of this season.

birthplace of horse if not Great Britain

horse’s name

form guide

previous performances

horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic draw age weight st-lbs

No. of days since last ran

1 TOP COP (12) 050322

/=new season

-=new year

Bold type shows all weather form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

B g Acclamation - Speed Cop

6 9-7 (11)

Matthew Cosham (3) South Wales Argus & Chepstow Racing Club

Ronald Harris, Chepstow Br Littleton Stud

Ron Harris Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest strike-rate (2-47) but has posted solid efforts in sprint handicaps here and at Ffos Las recently Remains on a workable mark and ought to make his presence felt once again. TFR HHHHI BHA55

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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THE UNIBET WELSH JUMP JOCKEYS’ DERBY

12 Lady Balko

Micro Managers

David Pipe

13 Awaythelad

Geri And The Pacemakers

Ben Pauling

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DRESS CODE

Please note that racegoers wearing vests, football or rugby shirts, ripped jeans, shorts or trainers will not be admitted to the Premier Enclosure.

Patrons in all enclosures are reminded that the removal of shirts is not allowed For Hospitality, Annual Box Holders and Restaurant Customers, the dress code is no ripped jeans, trainers or t-shirts. Polo shirts are acceptable.

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FIRST RACE 1.35

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

THE CENTURY RACING CLUB FREE HORSE GIVEAWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (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 (19-24): P Nicholls (60 wins from 234 runners, 26%) runs FARLAND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (6 wins from 22 runners, 27%) runs BADBURY RINGS FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2020 and 2021. The stable runs FARLAND today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: NATHANAEL GREENE trained by A Ralph, Bridgnorth, 79 miles.

BEAU QUALI made a promising start to his career when second in a juvenile hurdle at Lyon Parilly in March and, having joined a top yard subsequently, improvement looks sure to be on the cards, so he’s selected to go one better. Farland got off the mark in bumpers in cosy fashion at Fakenham and rates the main threat, with Tuxedo Junction and Peso also of some interest

colours no horse age st lb

1 BADBURY RINGS (GB) (137) U22-3 BF 5 11-0

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Barton Heather James Bowen

Chris Tory Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Stour Valley Thoroughbreds

TIMEFORMVIEWBlack Sam Bellamy gelding Dam (c119/h107), 2 3/4m/23f hurdle/chase winner, sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed easy 3m) Barton Legend. Runner-up second (only completed) of 2 starts in points (Mar 23). Stable going well and worth a market check TFRHHHII BHA-

2 BEN SOLO (IRE) (243) 1/30-

5 11-0

B g Kingston Hill - Princess Leya (IRE) Ben Jones

Mr David McDermott Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br John Fallon William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEW£60,000 purchase after winning an Irish point and made an encouraging start under Rules when third of 6 in a bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) in January. Disappointed at Exeter last time, however. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 DE VEGA’S WARRIOR (IRE) (97)

5 11-0

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Oh Sedulous (IRE) Brendan Powell

J & A Young (Racing) Limited

Henrietta C Knight, Wantage

Br Dubois Holdings Ltd & Lope de Vega Synd Jayplas

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper on Flat, stays 16.5f, down the field last 2 starts A likely outsider on hurdle debut TFRHHIII BHA-

4 FARLAND (IRE) (238) 4/21- D

B g Getaway (GER) - Askanna (IRE)

Neil Smith & Alfie Smith

5 11-0

Harry Cobden

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br J. Asple Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEWHalf-brother to smart 2 1/2m-2 3/4m hurdle winner Minella Cocooner and has already shown plenty in bumpers, looking more straightforward when readily opening his account at the third attempt in 7-runner contest at Fakenham last time Interesting hurdling debutant. Has had a breathing op since last seen TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 GET CRACKING (GB) (14) P34-136

B g Getaway (GER) - Bespoke Lady (IRE)

Mr Michael Harris

6 11-0

David Bass

Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Br Killashee House Limited Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Had been successful back in points since finishing a remote fourth in a bumper for M Osborne but offered little on his recent Worcester hurdling debut TFRHIIII BHA-

6 NATHANAEL

GREENE

(GB) (90) P-

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - My Special J’s (USA)

5 11-0

Jonathan Burke

Not Another One Partnership Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br Newsells Park Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful winner on Flat (stays 2m) for William Haggas. Changed hands for 45,000 gns before being pulled up on hurdling debut and soundly beaten both outings this season on the level. TFRHHIII BHA-

7 PESO (IRE) (537) 3/- 5 11-0

Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Flaming Poncho (IRE)

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Mr. Patrick Doyle Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br M. Kelleher Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW €33,000 3-y-o, £100,000 4-y-o, Shirocco gelding Half-brother to modest hurdler who became ungenuine See Forever. Third sole start in Irish points (Apr 2023) TFRHHHII BHA-

1-2-3: 1.BEAU QUALI (FR) 2.FARLAND (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

5 11-0

B g Iffraaj - Dash To The Front Jack Tudor

South West Rail Solutions Limited

David Pipe, Wellington

Br Meon Valley Stud W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful handicapper on Flat, stays 1 1/4m, creditable second final start in 2023. Sold from James Fanshawe for 35,000 gns and the betting may prove a good guide to expectations on hurdle debut TFRHHHII BHA-

9

BEAU QUALI (FR) (208)

2-

B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Qualita (GER)

4 10-13

Harry Skelton

Mrs Susan Carsberg Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mme Nicole Malatier Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising start to career when second of 9 in a juvenile hurdle at Lyon Parilly (16.9f, soft) in March on sole start for David Cottin Has since joined the Skelton yard and looks sure to improve TFRHHHHH BHA-

10 GILLESPIE ROAD (IRE)

(8) 1-0

B g El Salvador (IRE) - Start To Finish (IRE)

Sue Howell

4 10-13

Nick Scholfield

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br James Devereux NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in Irish points but was well held in a novice hurdle at Warwick last week. TFRHIIII BHA-

11 KLIC BOUM (FR)

(148) 4

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ula de Mai (FR)

4 10-13

Adam Wedge

BAYTREE Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Jerome Delaunay & Jean-Yves Touzaint

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to need time and distance and shaped in kind when fourth of 12 in a Fontwell bumper (17.7f, good) on debut in the spring TFRHHIII BHA-

12 V POWER (GB) (14)

4 10-13

B g Protectionist (GER) - Vagabonde (IRE) Charlie Deutsch FRN - Chepstow Club

Thomas Faulkner, Devauden

Br Power Thoroughbreds Germany Gmbh Valley Water Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper on Flat, stays 1 3/4m, creditable effort last time Probably best watched starting out over hurdles in a fairly warm race TFRHHIII BHA-

2023: DONNACHA (IRE) 5 11 0 David Noonan 11-2 (Nigel Hawke) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note:

NATHANAEL GREENE: Following its run on 13/7/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Beau Quali (FR), 9-4 Farland (IRE), 10-1 Tuxedo Junction (GB), 11-1 Peso (IRE), 14-1 Badbury Rings (GB), 33-1 Nathanael Greene (GB), 40-1 Ben Solo (IRE), 50-1 Klic Boum (FR), 66-1 De Vega’s Warrior (IRE), 80-1 V Power (GB), 100-1 Gillespie Road (IRE), 250-1 Get Cracking (GB)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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PHOTOGRAPHY

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SECOND RACE 2.10

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

THE CENTURY RACING CLUB FREE HORSE GIVEAWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (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 (19-24): P Nicholls (60 wins from 234 runners, 26%) runs KAP BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Twiston-Davies (9 wins from 27 runners, 33%) runs CLAP OF THUNDER LONGEST TRAVELLER: FRENCH SHIP trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 76 miles.

A few in with chances but KAP BOY made a winning debut in a bumper at this meeting last year and having matched that form when runner-up at Newbury 3 months later, this athletic sort is fancied to make his mark on return/hurdling debut at the expense of Le Fauve, who has already finished runner-up twice in this sphere and sets a decent standard to aim at on reappearance. Bumper winner French Ship can edge out Rules debutant River Run Free for third.

colours no horse age st lb

1 DIAMOND GEEZER (IRE) (8) 2-0

Br g Ocovango - Wells Diamond (IRE)

A J Wall & Briton International

5 11-0

Sean Bowen

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Longrove Stud Motaclan

TIMEFORMVIEWHad shown plenty of ability on only start in bumpers 10 months earlier but shaped as if amiss sent hurdling when tailed-off last at Warwick (16f, good) last week, folding approaching fifth Clearly thought capable of better but hard to recommend TFRHHIII BHA-

2 GOLDEN

IDENTITY

(GB) (160) 0/4-5

B g Kayf Tara - Hidden Identity (IRE)

Mrs L.Bowtell & Mr P.Bowtell

5 11-0

Alan Johns

Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Paul Bowtell Tote, Dragonbet

TIMEFORM VIEWKayf Tara gelding who showed promise on second start in bumpers and after a year off, shaped similarly on hurdling debut fitted with a tongue strap (also had a wind op) when fifth of 10 in maiden at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) back in May. Step forward needed on return. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 KAP BOY

(FR) (262) 13- CD

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Bumble (FR)

Mrs Diana L. Whateley

5 11-0

Harry Cobden

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mr H. Lair, Mr J. Lair & Mr F. Champion Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW €160,000 son of Kapgarde who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in a 4-runner bumper at this meeting last year. Matched that form 3 months on when third of 10 at Newbury (16.3f, soft) and warrants considerable respect on return/hurdling debut for a top outfit (has had a wind op). TFRHHHHH BHA-

4

PALACIO

(FR) (169) 05-

B g Khalkevi (IRE) - Belle Yepa (FR)

6 11-0

Dylan Johnston (5)

Walters Plant Hire Ltd Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Br E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet et al

TIMEFORM VIEWDropped away tamely in an Exeter bumper on debut last November but having had a breathing operation, fared quite a lot better 5 months on when fifth of 13 at Warwick (16f, good) back in April. Market check advised on hurdles bow. TFRHHHII BHA-

5

RIVER RUN FREE

(IRE) (215) 3F2- 5 11-0

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Midnight Velvet Jack Tudor

Mr Aidan J. Ryan David Pipe, Wellington

Br M. Murphy W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW€20,000 3-y-o, £40,000 5-y-o, Ol’ Man River gelding Dam (b90), placed both starts in bumpers, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser (stayed 21f) Harringay. Placed both completed starts in Irish points, runner-up latest (Mar 2024). TFRHHHII BHA-

6 CLAP OF THUNDER (IRE) (194) 3252-

B g Mount Nelson - Side Saddle (IRE)

4 10-13

Sam Twiston-Davies Dash Grange Stud Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Coolmara Stables Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSteadilyprogressiveinbumpers,probablydoingwellunderthecircumstanceshavingbeenprominentthroughoutwhenrunner-upto an excellent prospect in valuable event at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) 6 months ago. Makes hurdles bow with yard going great guns. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 FRENCH SHIP (GB) (153) 42-1 D

B g French Navy - Starlit Cantata

Wayne Clifford & Ian Gosden

4 10-13

Micheal Nolan

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br Shoreham Stud Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWImproved another chunk as he got off the mark in bumpers in 11-runner junior event at Haydock (15.6f, good to firm) 5 months ago, ridden closer to the pace than previously. A couple in behind have won bumpers since and he’s a likely type on return/hurdling debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-

1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

JUKEBOX JOKER (IRE) (150) 5

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Tudor Glyn (IRE)

4 10-13

Adam Wedge

BAYTREE Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Ms M. Russell

TIMEFORMVIEWJukebox Jury gelding who was never a threat when mid-field in a Southwell bumper (15.8f, good to soft) 5 months ago. Makes hurdling debut and bred to stay well, he looks one for later down the line TFRHHIII BHA-

9 LE FAUVE (FR) (224) 2352- 4 10-13

Ch g Masterstroke (USA) - Grenadines Island (FR)

Harry Skelton

Mrs Susan Carsberg Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWBought for€105,000 after going down by a nose on hurdling debut in France and promising third in Aintree listed event on first run for new yard in December No show in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham next time, but back on track when runner-up at Newbury 7 months ago. Big shout on return TFRHHHHI BHA113

10 THREE ZAMBEZI’S (IRE) (8) 42-0

B g Zambezi Sun - Storming Run (IRE)

4 10-13

Nick Scholfield

Mr G. A. Moore Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br L. Casey NAF

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced on the second of 2 starts in Irish points but made an unpromising start to career under Rules when well held in novice hurdle at Warwick (16f, good) last week. TFRHHIII BHA-

11

WE’RE RED AND BLUE (GB) (194) 14- D

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Samarayia

4 10-13

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Mr. Patrick Doyle Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br R. W. Russell Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWJustifiedstrongmarketsupportondebutwhenwinning6-runnerbumperatHerefordbackinFebruaryandshapedbetterthanbeingwellheldsuggested at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) the following month, weakening from 2f out. Makes hurdle debut/return and market should indicate expectations. TFRHHHII BHA2023:(See Div 1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note:

DIAMOND GEEZER: Following its run on 3/10/2024 it was reported that the horse ran green.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Kap Boy (FR), 9-2 French Ship (GB), 11-2 Le Fauve (FR), 8-1 Clap of Thunder (IRE), 16-1 River Run Free (IRE), 20-1 Diamond Geezer (IRE), Palacio (FR), 33-1 Golden Identity (GB), We’re Red And Blue (GB), 50-1 Jukebox Joker (IRE), 150-1 Three Zambezi’s (IRE)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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THIRD RACE 2.45

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

THE CAPITAL WINDSCREENS IN MEMORY OF AARON JAMES EBF MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ 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 (19-24): P Nicholls (60 wins from 234 runners, 26%) runs REGATTA DE BLANC TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Twiston-Davies (9 wins from 27 runners, 33%) runs DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2018 and 2019. The stable runs REGATTA DE BLANC today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROCKSTOWN GIRL trained by A Mccann, Ireland.

REGATTA DE BLANC has made an interesting switch from Will Biddick to Paul Nicholls having created a good impression in both points and bumpers and he’s worth a chance to make a successful debut for this top yard. Cherry Brave has showed something between the flags and looks a threat, while Rockstown Girl could play a hand if back on song after a break

1 ROCKSTOWN GIRL (IRE) (64) 0/26-143

6 11-7

Ch m Iffraaj - Miss Marina Bay J. P. O’Sullivan (3) Rockstown Girl Syndicate A. McCann, Ireland

Br Tinnakill Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdler who has already got her head in front this season Below form both starts since, though putting in a tame display at Sligo a couple of months ago. Needs to get back on track if she’s to compete. TFRHHHII BHA118

2 DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS

B f Axxos (GER) - My Belle (FR)

(GB) (19) 22-5421 4 11-5

Sam Twiston-Davies

Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner who has shown fair form over hurdles and got off the mark in this sphere in workmanlike style at Plumpton 19 days ago. Looks vunerable under a penalty TFRHHHII BHA105

3 CHERRY BRAVE (IRE)

(174) 21- 5 11-0

Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Delta Forty Fergus Gillard

Mr N. Sutton Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Thomas Mulhern

TIMEFORMVIEW

The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

£26,000 5-y-o, third foal, dam (h105), bumper winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (stays 25f) Teescomponents Lad and fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser (stays 21f) Teescomponentsyess Off mark in Irish points at second attempt and has joined a leading yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 HILL OF SCARRIFF

(GB) (159) 1

5 11-0

Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Lush Lady (IRE) Charlie Todd

Mr N. Sutton Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mrs S. L. Bates

TIMEFORMVIEW

The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

£34,0005-y-o,Schiaparellimare.Damunraced,outofsistertohigh-classchaser(2m-3mwinner)FunctionDream,herselfdamoftop-class chaser Captain Chris. Successful on her sole outing in Irish points in May. With top yard so she’s a player on her first go over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 LONGHOUSE LEGACY (IRE) (208) P15/42- 6 11-0

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

Jack Quinlan

Mr R. S. Brookhouse B F Brookhouse, Newmarket

Br Whitebarn Farming Ltd Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWCost £175,000 after getting off the mark in Irish points and bettered previous bumper efforts when second at Huntingdon 6 months ago. Should take to this discipline TFRHHHII BHA-

6 MISSY MOLE (IRE) (166) F-2

5 11-0

B m Getaway (GER) - Mistress Mole (IRE) Jack Tudor Sue Howell & Partner

David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mistress Mole Syndicate W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW £34,000 5-y-o, Getaway mare. Runner-up completed start in Irish points (Apr 28). Deserves some respect based on connections. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 MY LOUISE (GB) (216) 110- 6 11-0

B m Passing Glance - Leyla’s Gift

Marc Goldstein

My Louise Partnership Lydia Richards, Chichester

Br Mrs Lydia Richards Lydia Richards Racing TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning debut in a Fontwell bumper and took a marked step forward to follow up in a stronger contest at Lingfield Came up short in listed company at Sandown 7 months ago and might need the experience first time over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-

BRAVE (IRE)
GIRL (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

REGATTA

DE BLANC (GB) (161) 1/1112-1

B m Shirocco (GER) - Queens Regatta (IRE)

The Pendil Partnership

6 11-0

Harry Cobden

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Bruce Mactaggart Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEWUnbeaten pointer who made a successful hunter debut at Taunton in January. Bettered that when second to a useful sort at Newbury in March and easily resumed winning ways at Cheltenham in April. Intriguing contender for new stable switched to hurdling. TFRHHHHH BHA121

9 ROYAL MALINAS

(IRE) (663) 33/- 6 11-0

Gr m Malinas (GER) - Lurane (FR)

Mr John Berry (Gwent)

Tristan Durrell (3)

Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Br Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd Radnor Hills

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam, maiden on Flat, closely related to very smart hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 21f) Nicanor: Third both starts in Irish points in late-2022. Not an obvious sort on paper TFRHHIII BHA-

10 SANDA RENA

(IRE) (314) 13/63- 6 11-0

B m Getaway (GER) - Conors Miracle (IRE)

The Megsons

Kielan Woods

Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Michael O’Regan Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW £150,000 purchase after winning an Irish point last December and finished third on Rules debut in a bumper here in March. Signs of aptitude over hurdles for Ben Pauling but liable to need this first stable outing after 10 months off. TFRHHIII BHA-

11 SHEEKA SUPREME (IRE)

(741) 221/- 6 11-0

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Thanks Awfully (IRE) Conor Ring

Foxhills Racing Limited Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br Mr K. D. Cotter Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW £170,000 4-y-o: second foal: dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stays 2 1/2m) Whoshotthesheriff: Successful on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Oct 2022) Interesting Rules newcomer despite the lengthy absence. TFRHHHII BHA-

12 SPRINGS A GIRL (IRE) (297)

100- 5 11-0

B m Irish Wells (FR) - Flags Flying (IRE)

A Grand Day Out

Sean Bowen

Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Br Michael Ryan FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-sister to a bumper winner and off the mark at the first attempt at Listowel last September but failed to kick on for new yard and may need this hurdling debut after 9 months off. TFRHHIII BHA-

13

ARCTIC ANGEL

(IRE) (144) 3 4 10-12

B f Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mandarli (IRE)

Adam Wedge

Mr Billy Bates Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Fintina Kealey & Irene Giles

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-sister to bumper winner/fairly useful 19f/2f hurdle winner The Doyen Chief Something to work on when third at Newton Abbot in a bumper 4 months ago and should take to this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA-

14

FIREBALL FRENZY

(IRE) (173) 1-

4 10-12

Ch f Kingston Hill - Tasmani (FR) Ciaran Gethings

The High Kites

Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard

Br Mr S. Gorman Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW €31,000 3-y-o, £70,000 4-y-o, Kingston Hill filly. Half-sister to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Cyclop Won sole start in Irish points (Apr 21). One to consider for all that he’s bred to do better over further in time TFRHHHII BHA-

15 FORMEL PARK (GB) (142) 0-3

4 10-12

B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sparron Hawk (FR) Ellis Collier (7)

Mr R. E. R. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Mr D. A. Rees-Jones

TIMEFORM VIEW Related to 4 winners and better effort in bumpers when third at Southwell 4 months ago. Might need this initial hurdling education, though TFRHHIII BHA-

16

PISMO BEACH (IRE) (129) 4F-6

B or Br f Pour Moi (IRE) - Bobomy (IRE)

4 10-12

Charlie Hammond GMG Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard

Br G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in a point and has hinted at promise in bumpers. Upped in trip for hurdling debut after 4 months off but this is a big ask. TFRHHIII BHA-

2023: ALFIE’S PRINCESS (IRE) 6 11 0 Sam Twiston-Davies 7-2 (Sam Thomas) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 16 Hood worn first time by No. 9, 12. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note:

ARCTIC ANGEL: Following its run on 20/5/2024 it was reported that the horse ran green.

ProbableS.P’s:7-2RegattadeBlanc(GB),13-2CherryBrave(IRE),7-1Dameofthecotswolds(GB),15-2RockstownGirl(IRE),14-1HillofScarriff(GB), 18-1 Longhouse Legacy (IRE), Missy Mole (IRE), 20-1 Sheeka Supreme (IRE), Fireball Frenzy (IRE), 25-1 My Louise (GB), Sanda Rena (IRE), Arctic Angel (IRE), 33-1 Royal Malinas (IRE), 50-1 Springs A Girl (IRE), 66-1 Formel Park (GB), Pismo Beach (IRE)

FOURTH RACE 3.15

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

THE UNIBET PERSIAN WAR NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £50000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £21790, 2nd £8945, 3rd £4475, 4th £2235, 5th £1120, 6th £560. (Penalty Value £28475) A

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (17 wins from 132 runners, 13%) runs RYAN’S ROCKET TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P & M Bowen (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs FLYING FORTUNE FANCY THAT: F O’Brien won this race in 2017 and 2022. The stable runs RYAN’S ROCKET today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: INTENSE APPROACH trained by John Mcconnell, Ireland.

Although RYAN’S ROCKET has gained his hurdle wins around 2m his pedigree and a 3m point success at the start of his career suggest he can go on to even better things over longer trips. Dan Skelton’s Juventus du Brion showed plenty of promise in 2 outings last season and is feared most ahead of the more-established pair Flying Fortune and Intense Approach.

colours no horse age st lb

1 BULLETS HILL (IRE) (127) P311-P6 C D

Gr g Kingston Hill - Wednesday Girl (IRE)

FOREVER GOLD SYNDICATE

Br Terence Leonard

6 11-0

Nick Scholfield

Ella Pickard, Taunton

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored decisively in handicap hurdles at Exeter/Ffos Las in April. Better than the result in a Uttoxeter handicap hurdle when last seen in July but looks a bit out of his depth here. Has had wind surgery. TFRHHIII BHA109

2 HANDLETHEKETTLE (IRE) (25) FF-21

B g Youmzain (IRE) - Tooreen (IRE)

RC Syndicate VIII

5 11-0

Gavin Sheehan

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br Mrs Mary Tyner racingclub.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second in Listowel maiden hurdle in June. Only workmanlike when landing short odds at Worcester (2m) for new stable 3 months later but remains capable of better now stepping up in trip TFRHHHII BHA118

3 INTENSE APPROACH (GB) (23) FP-F211

Ch g Jack Hobbs - Intense Tango

Ms Caroline Ahearn

Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

5 11-0

Harry Cobden

John McConnell, Ireland

TIMEFORMVIEWDual bumper winner who took a bit of time to click over hurdles but has landed maiden/novice events in recent months Thereabouts on form but others look more progressive. TFRHHHII BHA130

4 JUVENTUS DE BRION (FR) (237) 33-

B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Reunion A Brion (FR)

Mr T. C. McKeever

5 11-0

Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br MR G. Chaignon & Mr J. P. Vallee Lambert The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORMVIEWPromise when third on both starts last winter, latterly in a useful novice at Ascot (19f, good to soft) with the reopposing Vincenzo back in fourth Type to go on to better things this season Player TFRHHHHI BHA120

5 RYAN’S ROCKET (IRE) (158) P/1/021-1

Ch g Jet Away - Smiths Lady (IRE)

6 11-0

Jonathan Burke

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ryan’s Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br L. Doyle Olive Print & Graphics

TIMEFORMVIEW£110,000 Irish point winner who has made a very bright start over hurdles, winning novices around 2m at Taunton and Kempton in the spring The speed he’s shown is encouraging considering there is stamina in his pedigree. Smart prospect TFRHHHHH BHA122

6 VINCENZO (FR) (175) 2/32431- 6 11-0

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sweet Nano (FR)

Dylan Johnston

Walters Plant Hire Ltd Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Br Mme Henri Devin

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in some good maiden/novice events prior to opening his account in 17f Exeter maiden in April. First start since Will need to find some improvement to come out on top here TFRHHHII BHA120

7 FLYING FORTUNE (IRE) (14) 52-2111

Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Turbo Linn

Fortune N’Fame fillies

Br Cathal Ennis

5 10-7

James Bowen

Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who has upped her form over hurdles this season, completing a hat-trick in 2 1/2m Worcester handicap (soft) last month. Should be very competitive in this higher grade. TFRHHHHI BHA121

1-2-3: 1.RYAN’S ROCKET (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

2023: CAPTAIN TEAGUE (IRE) 5 11 0 Harry Cobden 5-6 (Paul

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Ryan’s Rocket (IRE), 4-1 Intense Approach (GB), Flying Fortune (IRE), 5-1 Juventus de Brion (FR), 11-1 Handlethekettle (IRE), Vincenzo (FR), 50-1 Bullets Hill (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 3.50

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

THE UNIBET VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (Leg 6 Of The Stayers’ Veterans’ Chase Series)

Total prize fund £30000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £11925, 2nd £5961, 3rd £2982, 4th £1491, 5th £744, 6th £372. (Penalty Value £15609)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Nicholls (60 wins from 234 runners, 26%) runs ENRILO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Twiston-Davies (9 wins from 27 runners, 33%) runs GOOD BOY BOBBY FANCY THAT: N Twiston-Davies won this race in 2016 and 2023. The stable runs GOOD BOY BOBBY today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: CERTAINLY RED trained by Mrs L Richards, Chichester, 125 miles.

GOOD BOY BOBBY won this race from just 1lb lower a year ago and returns with yard in tremendous order, so a bold repeat bid looks firmly on the cards Enrilo (on the back of a breathing op) and Certainly Red contested a much better race than this at Sandown when last seen in the spring and head the opposition.

1 CERTAINLY RED (GB) (167) 352P34- CD 10 12-0

Ch g Midnight Legend - Venetian Lass

Marc Goldstein

The Venetian Lad Partnership Lydia Richards, Chichester

Br Mrs Lydia Richards Lydia Richards Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWCompleted a hat-trick in 2022/23 and while he didn’t add to his tally last term, he ran several sound efforts in defeat, notably when fourth in bet365 Gold Cup at Sandown in April fitted with first-time cheekpieces. Headgear off for return but he’s one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA137

2 GOOD BOY BOBBY (IRE) (182) 110350- CD 11 11-10

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Princess Gaia (IRE)

Sam Twiston-Davies

Dash Grange Stud Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Mrs M. Brophy

TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back winner over 3m this time last year, including this race on return to action Found the Topham too competitive when last seen in April but returns with stable in red-hot form TFRHHHHH BHA133

3 ENRILO (FR) (167) 6F/4230- D 10 11-9

Bl g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Rock Treasure (FR)

Martin Broughton & Friends 4

Jay Tidball (5)

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mme Daniela Airaldi Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart at his peak and posted best effort for a while when chasing home emphatic winner Inis Oirr in the Edinburgh National at Musselburgh (31.4f) in February. Mid-field at Sandown final start but this is easier and he’s had a breathing op ahead of reappearance. TFRHHHHI BHA132

4 FRANCKY DU BERLAIS (FR) (13) 334501 D

11 11-9

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Legende du Luy (FR) James Bowen

Mr Roddy Owen Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Mr Jean-Marc Lucas & Mr Franck Champion Foodnet Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWCracking servant to connections, dual Summer Plate winner at Market Rasen and he cashed in on an easier assignment when making all back at that venue a fortnight ago. Dominating this field a different ask but he’s clearly in good order TFRHHHII BHA132

5 DIOL KER (FR) (160) 0060P-0 D

B g Martaline - Stiren Bleue (FR)

10 11-6

Adam Wedge Mrs C. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Suc Denis Milin

TIMEFORMVIEWCampaigned almost exclusively over fences in recent seasons for Gordon Elliott, shaping like a non-stayer over 31f on final start for that yard in May. This trip more suitable and he’s been given a chance by the assessor for new yard. Can make the odd mistake. TFRHHIII BHA129

6 AMATEUR (IRE) (149) 10PPP-1 C 11 11-4

Ch g Giant’s Causeway (USA) - Adja (IRE)

Burnham P & D Ltd

Connor Brace

John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend

Br Dayton Investments Ltd Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced excellent Ffos Las record when landing 11-runner handicap in May. Off since and overall profile suggests he’s far from certain to be in that form TFRHHHII BHA127

7 THE TWO AMIGOS (GB) (573) 42/0310/- C D 12 11-2

B g Midnight Legend - As Was Sean Houlihan

Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead

Br Upton Viva Stud Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalised on a reduced mark when gaining his first win since 2019 in 2022 Welsh National. Did too much too soon in the Midlands National 3 months later and off the track since Interesting what the market makes of him. TFRHHHII BHA125

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KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

WAYFINDER (IRE)

(135) F2PP0-4 CD

Br g Shantou (USA) - Sibury (IRE)

The Wayfinders

Br Mrs Rita Kent

10 11-1

Ben Jones

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEWCapable staying chaser when the mood takes, as he demonstrated with creditable placed efforts in the first half of last season Quickly into his shell again since and others more reliable TFRHHHII BHA124

9 STRICTLYADANCER

(IRE) (157) 402P0-F D

B g Yeats (IRE) - Feale Dancer (IRE)

10 10-10

Jack Tudor

Encore Racing Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br John Hayes NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the bounce over fences during 2021/22. Missed the following season and record since patchy to say the least. Was in the process of showing a bit more when crumpling on landing at Fontwell in May. TFRHHHII BHA119

10 COPPERHEAD

(GB) (152) 33344-1 D

Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - How’s Business

Mrs G. C. Pritchard

10 10-8

Freddie Gingell (3)

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br R. and J. Micklethwait Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally cashed in on much-reduced mark in 4-runner contest at Plumpton, his first success since 2020 Prone to mistakes and this is a deeper race TFRHHHII BHA117

11 BALLYWOOD

(FR) (33) 54/3//-005

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Miss Hollywood (FR)

10 10-2

Tabitha Worsley (3)

Ms G. Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Lafeu Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, NDS Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at his peak for Alan King but well beaten so far over both sets of obstacles for this yard and he’s out of the weights here TFRHIIII BHA105

2023: GOOD BOY BOBBY (IRE) 10 10 10 Sam Twiston-Davies 9-4 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 10, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note:

WAYFINDER: Following its run on 29/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Good Boy Bobby (IRE), 11-2 Enrilo (FR), 13-2 Copperhead (GB), 7-1 Certainly Red (GB), 9-1 Francky du Berlais (FR), 10-1 Amateur (IRE), 14-1 The Two Amigos (GB), 16-1 Strictlyadancer (IRE), 18-1 Wayfinder (IRE), 20-1 Diol Ker (FR), 150-1 Ballywood (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 4.25

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

THE CARL PYNE 60TH BIRTHDAY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP

Total prize fund

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

£22500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £9088, 2nd £4543, 3rd £2273, 4th £1136, 5th £567. (Penalty Value £11882.25) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Nicholls (60 wins from 234 runners, 26%) runs ISAAC DES OBEAUX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs G A HENTY LONGEST TRAVELLER: SEA MUSIC trained by E Mullins, Ireland.

A cracking-early season novice handicap with the vote going to GOSHHOWPOSH, who promises to improve for the switch to fences and represents a stable going pretty well Isaac des Obeaux is also sure to be well prepared for this chase debut, with G A Henty and Sea Music also commanding respect.

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1 SEA MUSIC (IRE) (44) 4-01200

B g Sea Moon - Sweet Music (IRE)

6 11-10

Richie McLernon

Mrs A. F. Mee Emmet Mullins, Ireland

Br Mrs Faith Ponsonby

TIMEFORM VIEWHas a point background and created favourable impression when making winning chase debut at Kilbeggan in June. Not quite at that level over timber since but there should be more to come from him over the larger obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA134

2 ISAAC DES OBEAUX (FR) (183) 6113P3- C 6 11-9

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Varda des Obeaux (FR)

G Mason, Sir A Ferguson, C & G Barber

Harry Cobden

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mme Marie Devilder et al Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back hurdles winner here to end 2023 and was far from disgraced when third in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham after. Matched that form on handicap debut at Taunton in April and he’s very much a chaser on physique TFRHHHHI BHA133

3 DESTROYTHEEVIDENCE (GB) (203) 211240- D 6 11-6

B g Kayf Tara - Mathine (FR)

Mr P. J. Andrews

Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot

Tom Bellamy

Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHashintedattemperamentbutmadeit3winsfrom5startsoverhurdlesin5-runnerhandicapatKempton(24.5f,soft)inNovember,easedrun-inand value for considerably more. Major backward step at Newbury when last seen in March but sure to be well prepared for this chase bow. TFRHHHII BHA130

4 LORD SNOOTIE (IRE) (153) 6P2P2-0 D

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Miss Ogan (IRE)

Lord Snootie and his pals

7 11-3

Jack Tudor

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br Olive Troy NAF

TIMEFORMVIEWGot well and truly back on track with a tongue strap discarded (had reportedly resented it at Uttoxeter) when second of 21 in handicap hurdle at Aintree (24.7f) in April. Shade disappointing at Haydock soon after but bred for chasing and won his point early in his career TFRHHIII BHA127

5 BEACHCOMBER (FR) (162) P41P1-6 C

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Alpes du Sud (FR)

Mrs E. J. Wills

6 11-3

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mr Philippe Rainteau Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper scorer who won twice over hurdles in 2023/24, latterly on handicap debut in January. Pitched into a handicap for chase debut TFRHHHII BHA127

6 GOSHHOWPOSH (IRE) (195) 3/1U1P6-

B g Malinas (GER) - Keelans Choice (IRE)

7 11-2

Micheal Nolan

Mrs P. Bosley Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br John Harding Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 7-y-o who landed a brace of handicaps at around 3m last season without looking the finished article In first-time blinkers, he shaped quite well to Haydock in March. Very much the type to continue his progress over the larger obstacles. TFRHHHHH BHA126

7 G A HENTY (GB) (17) 5-31331 D 7 11-0

B g Milan - Lindeman (IRE)

Nick & Bo Wilson

Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t need to improve to justify short odds in 23f novice hurdle at Market Rasen in June and made second chase start a winning one at Warwick 17 days ago, just kept up to work Subsequent 8lb rise very fair and will attempt to put chase experience to good use. TFRHHHHI BHA124

1-2-3: 1.GOSHHOWPOSH (IRE) 2.ISAAC DES OBEAUX (FR) 3.G A HENTY
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8 HAITI COULEURS (FR) (174) 2//22411- CD 7 10-12

B g Dragon Dancer - Inchala (FR)

Ben Jones

The Brizzle Boys Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br DR V. Simon, Mrs V. Simon & Mr N. Simon

William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with a brace of hurdles wins at up to 23.6f. Form isn’t as solid as some of these but he’s unexposed as he now goes chasing. TFRHHHII BHA122

9 MOON HUNTER (GB) (203) 20/405F- D 7 10-10

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Miss Duffy

Five Go Racing

Sam Twiston-Davies

Henry Daly, Ludlow

Br Mr W. Kinsey & Mr S. Crank Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who landed his first 2 starts over hurdles but finds himself with a lot to prove following a very disappointing chase campaign last term TFRHHIII BHA120

2023: CHIANTI CLASSICO (IRE) 6 11 8 David Bass 5-2 (Kim Bailey) 7 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 G A Henty (GB), 5-1 Isaac des Obeaux (FR), 6-1 Sea Music (IRE), 8-1 Goshhowposh (IRE), 12-1 Destroytheevidence (GB), Haiti Couleurs (FR), 14-1 Beachcomber (FR), 20-1 Moon Hunter (GB), 25-1 Lord Snootie (IRE)

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THE 3 AS LEISURE MOTORHOME-CARAVAN SALES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund £20000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (30 wins from 280 runners, 11%) runs DANS LE VENT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs SOARING GLORY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: STARMAN trained by A Mccann, Ireland.

WASHINGTON was let down by his jumping when pulled up on his Ludlow chasing debut/sole start for Paul Nicholls, but he’s been given a major chance by the handicapper back over hurdles on first start for Harry Derham a year on and is taken to capitalise. Gin Coco shaped better than the bare result in the Swinton Handicap when last seen and is second choice ahead of Irish-raider Starman.

1

GIN COCO (FR)

(153) 0/5104-0 D 8 12-0

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Qlementine (FR)

David’s Partnership

Lorcan Murtagh

Harry Fry, Corscombe Br L. Giethlen Cadiergues & D. Giethlen Tenth Revolution Group, Grosvenor Sport TIMEFORMVIEWLowmileage8-y-owhoshowedbenefitofhisreappearancewhentaking2mAscothandicaphurdlelastNovember Notquiteatthesamelevel in 3 runs since but did shape better than the bare result in the Swinton Handicap at Haydock when last seen. Had breathing op TFRHHHHI BHA133

2 ONEMOREFORTHEROAD (GB) (21) 1-26032 D 9 11-11

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Vinomore Jack Quinlan

Rupert Dubai Racing Neil King, Burderop

Br Donna Wallis Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW A dual chaser winner who ran creditably returned to hurdling when second in 8-runner handicap at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good) 21 days ago, albeit seen to maximum effect Back down in trip TFRHHHII BHA130

3 SOARING GLORY (IRE)

(237) 352550- CD 9 11-10

B g Fame And Glory - Hapeney (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Mr P. Hickey Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br A. V. Bloodstock Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Former Betfair Hurdle winner but was disappointing on the whole last season and, while the handicapper has shown him some leniency, he still reappears with something to prove TFRHHHII BHA129

4 DANS LE VENT (FR)

(573) 30F/P3U/- D

B g Skins Game - Boreade (FR)

11 11-9

Isabel Williams (3)

R J Gambarini Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br C. Laval, J. Laval & A. Larrieu

Office Visions (Wales) Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful hurdler who offered little in 3 runs back chasing in 2022/23 and has been absent since Probably best watched reverting to hurdling after 19 months off unless the betting suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA128

5 LUPUS REGEM (GB) (703) 1/r123/2/- D

8 10-13

B g Iffraaj - Miss Villefranche Ben Poste

The Cocoa Nuts Harriet Dickin, Midford

Br Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd Clay Street Property Consultants

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerforHenryDalywhoopenedaccountoverhurdlesonhisfirstcompletedstartforOllyMurphy.Firstpastthepostonhis2022/23reappearance/ handicap debut at Uttoxeter only to lose the race having drifted into the runner-up and hasn’t been seen since First run for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA118

6 STARMAN (FR) (123) 5343-46 D

8 10-13

Gr g Sri Putra - Lamboghina (GER) J. P. O’Sullivan (3)

Mr Kenneth James Farmer A. McCann, Ireland

Br Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who shaped well when third in a 2m Limerick handicap in April. Faced a stiff task at Roscommon on most recent chase start and a better showing likely now returned to the smaller obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA118

7 WASHINGTON (GB) (337) 5P23/0P- D

8 10-13

Br g Westerner - Present Leader Paul O’Brien

Syders & Burkes Harry Derham, Newbury

Br Jeremy MacTaggart OLBG

TIMEFORM VIEWDual novice hurdle winner for Olly Murphy who ended the 2022/23 season with an excellent third in a competitive handicap at Aintree. Let down by jumping when pulled up on Ludlow chasing debut/sole start for Paul Nicholls but of major interest now back hurdling from much-reduced mark for new yard TFRHHHHH BHA118

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KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

Stewards Note:

SOARING GLORY: Following its run on 17/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.

WASHINGTON: Following its run on 9/11/2023 it was reported that the horse had a leg wound.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Washington (GB), 4-1 Gin Coco (FR), 5-1 Onemorefortheroad (GB), 6-1 Soaring Glory (IRE), 8-1 Starman (FR), 12-1 Lupus Regem (GB), 18-1 Dans Le Vent (FR)

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

THE DAVID PIPE RACING CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund

£12500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5049, 2nd £2524, 3rd £1263, 4th £631, 5th £315. (Penalty Value £6601.25) A

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (30 wins from 280 runners, 11%) runs PUDDLESINTHEPARK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P & M Bowen (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs ROLL WITH IT

WEIGHTWATCHER: INNISFREE LAD won off a handicap mark of 122, his rating is now down 11lb to 111.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROLL WITH IT trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

ROUGE DE L’QUEST was much improved with blinkers and a tongue tied added last season, successful at Ffos Las in March prior to posting a pair of solid runners-up efforts He’s taken to pick up where he left off from what appeals as still being a workable mark. Belgarum and Roll With It both arrive fit and in form and could emerge as the lead threats, with School Days Over another to consider following a consistent spell over hurdles

colours no horse age st lb

1 ROLL WITH IT (IRE) (17) 531312

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Que Pasa (IRE)

Miss Jayne Brace & Mr Gwyn Brace

Br Mr Patrick McCormack

8 12-0

Shane Fenelon

Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest

Peter and Karen Bowen Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Improved model for new yard this season, running out a 10-length winner at Worcester (23f) on penultimate start. Produced another solid effort when second from his inflated mark at Warwick (3m) 17 days ago and respected as a fit, in-form rival. TFRHHHHI BHA115

2 ROCKINASTORM (IRE) (170) 1351P2- D

B g Mahler - Toorah Laura La (USA)

7 11-13

Alice Stevens

Rocking Horse Racing Henry Daly, Ludlow

Br Miss Roisin Carey Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWinless over hurdles but quickly set the record straight over fences last term, gaining a third victory at Ludlow (23.8f) in February. Just touched off back at that start on final outing at that venue in April and possibilities given he won seasonal bow last year TFRHHHII BHA114

3 BELGARUM (IRE)

(19) 314U11

B g Shirocco (GER) - Cyrils Girl

6 11-11

Freddie Gingell

Mrs G. C. Pritchard Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Mr Cyril Crowe Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWGot his act together as a chaser in recent months, taking another marked step forward when registering an emphatic success in 9-runner Plumpton handicap (19.7f) 19 days ago. That hasn’t gone unnoticed by the assessor but certainly not taken lightly up in class/trip TFRHHHHI BHA112

4 GOOD WORK (FR) (170) P22442-

Gr g Network (GER) - Teskaline (FR)

8 11-11

William Shanahan

The Cool Runnings Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Mr Jacques Cypres Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEWFairmaidenchaserhaslongbeenanirresolutesortbutagonisinglyfoundonlyacompletelyunexposedrivaltoostrongin8-runnerhandicap at Uttoxeter (3m, heavy) when last seen in the spring Ran well on sole previous visit here but others preferred for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA112

5 ROUGE DE L’QUEST (IRE) (172) 634122- D 8 11-11

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

Mark Sherwood & Francis Reid

Br JC South Farm Ltd

Caoilin Quinn

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEWWinning pointer who boasts a progressive profile over fences since blinkers/tongue tie went on, easily opening his account at Ffos Las (23.8f) in March. Good runners-up efforts over C&D/Ffos Las followed and he’s very much of interest back from 6 months off. TFRHHHHH BHA112

6 SCHOOL DAYS OVER (IRE) (25) 4-P3333 BF

Br g Ocovango - Landenstown Rose (IRE)

7 11-11

Jack Hogan (3) Dark Horse Racing Ltd Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited Bresbet

TIMEFORMVIEWOpened chase account at Hereford (21f, good) last November Placed all 4 starts since returned to hurdles, latterly when third of 14 in handicap at Worcester (23f) 25 days ago. Operating from last winning mark back over fences and he’s respected. TFRHHHII BHA112

7 INNISFREE LAD (IRE) (17) 62P4P-4 D 12 11-10

B g Yeats (IRE) - Tasmani (FR)

Lorna Hardwick & Bob Allum

Finn Lambert

David Dennis, Banbury

Br John Fallon DD Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWVeteran who confirmed he retains plenty of zest on the back of a 5-month break when fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Warwick (25.4f, good) 17 days ago. That ought to have blown the cobwebs away and he’s on a potentially lenient mark if arriving in same form. TFRHHHII BHA111

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

AIRTOTHETHRONE

(IRE) (170) F/4F232- 8 11-4

B g Yeats (IRE) - Sorcillera Callum Pritchard (7)

Mrs C. S. Wilson

Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Gregg Stafford Dragonbet

TIMEFORM VIEWFair winning handicap chaser who bounced back to his best in first-time cheekpieces when second of 9 in handicap chase at Taunton (26.3f, good) in April. Worth noting he’s tended to come on for his first run of the season previously, however TFRHHHII BHA105

9 JAITROPLACLASSE

(FR) (251) 3/0/466- 5 11-3

B g Secret Singer (FR) - Bibracje (FR)

Sean Clarke (10)

Martin Redman & Maurice Thomas Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Br David Lumet & Dr V. Catherine Lumet

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished third on the first of his 2 starts in bumpers but lightly raced and never really threatened over hurdles for Nicky Henderson Acquired by new connections for £7,000 in May and worth noting in the betting now chasing for a stable boasting good record with new recruits. Tongue strap on TFRHHHII BHA104

10 PUDDLESINTHEPARK (IRE) (17) 32-2606 D

6 10-7

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vast Consumption (IRE) Ellis Collier (6)

Opulence Thorougbreds NH & Partner

Br Michael O’Neill

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Opulence Thoroughbreds

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of good efforts in defeat in this sphere, including when runner-up over C&D in March. However, appears to have completely lost his form in recent months, well-beaten sixth of 7 in handicap chase at Fontwell (26f, good) 17 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA94

11 ILLOGICAL LOGIC (FR) (17) 403-P65

6 10-3

Ch g Coastal Path - Vierge Sainte (FR) Dylan Johnston

Trembath Nisbet Hughes Wright

Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who has yet to make an impact in handicaps, including in pair of chase outings since returning from a break. Others much more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA90

12

UNWANTED ATTENTION (IRE) (5) 3123PU

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Balinacary

6 10-2

Ned Fox

Carl & Emma Pyne Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br Joseph Robb

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his chase account at Market Rasen (21.4f) in June Placed next 2 starts and looked set to go very close before unluckily unseating before 2 out at Uttoxeter (3m) 5 days ago. Respected despite operating from out of the weights TFRHHHII BHA87

13 LOCK OUT (IRE) (214)

4/50045- D

B g Watar (IRE) - Swift And Late (IRE)

Gillards Transport Ltd & John White

7 10-2

Gearoid Harney (6)

David Pipe, Wellington

Br T. Brennan W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who also won bumper/novice hurdle at Newbury on his first 2 starts under Rules earlier in his career Couldn’t kick on over fences/hurdles during a light 2023/24 campaign and he looks to have work to do returning from 7 months off. TFRHHHII BHA84

2023: BLADE RUNNER (FR) 7 11 8 Freddie Gordon 12-1 (Chris Gordon) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 7, 8, 12. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13.

Stewards Note:

JAITROPLACLASSE: Following its run on 3/2/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Belgarum (IRE), 7-1 Rouge de L’Quest (IRE), 8-1 Rockinastorm (IRE), 9-1 Roll With It (IRE), 10-1 Good Work (FR), 11-1 School Days Over (IRE), Unwanted Attention (IRE), 14-1 Innisfree Lad (IRE), Airtothethrone (IRE), 18-1 Lock Out (IRE), 22-1 Jaitroplaclasse (FR), Puddlesinthepark (IRE), 28-1 Illogical Logic (FR)

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First Race 1.35 - THE CENTURY RACING CLUB FREE HORSE GIVEAWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 5th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Century Racing Club have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner A cash prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £45. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.10 - THE CENTURY RACING CLUB FREE HORSE GIVEAWAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 5th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Century Racing Club have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner A cash prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £45. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.45 - THE CAPITAL WINDSCREENS IN MEMORY OF AARON JAMES EBF MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (EBF Mares’ NH Novices’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, October 5th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. DSJ have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the Winning Owner In Addition a cash prize will be given to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four and a half furlongs at Newbury on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 23 entries at £45. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money.Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470.(Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.15 - THE UNIBET PERSIAN WAR NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28475 to the winning horse The second to receive £10685, the third £5350, the fourth £2665, the fifth £1340 and the sixth £670. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 5th and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb. Unibet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In Addition a cash prize will be given 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 Unibet. The sponsorship payment of £500 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 £250. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money.Winner £21790; Second £8945; Third £4475; Fourth £2235; Fifth £1120; Sixth £560. (Penalty Value £28475) A SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.50 - THE UNIBET VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (Leg 6 Of The Stayers’ Veterans’ Chase Series) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15609 to the winning horse The second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447. for ten yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Penalties, after September 28th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Unibet has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In Addition a prize will be given 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 UNIBET The sponsorship payment of £500 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. All horses which have Started in this race, as defined in the Rules of Racing, will be eligible to enter THE STAYERS’ VETERANS’ STEEPLE CHASE FINAL, to be run over a distance of about three miles at Sandown Park on January 4th, 2025. In the event of the abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been declared to run in that race under the provisions of Rule (F)89, or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries at £150. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11925; Second £5961; Third £2982; Fourth £1491; Fifth £744; Sixth £372. (Penalty Value £15609)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.25 - THE CARL PYNE 60TH BIRTHDAY NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11882 to the winning horse The second to receive £5467, the third £2733, the fourth £1368 and the fifth £681. for novice four yrs old and upwards. £112 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £22 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £90 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after September 28th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). CP Civil Engineering has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In Addition a cash prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 23 entries, 9 at £22 and 14 at £112. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9088; Second £4543; Third £2273; Fourth £1136; Fifth £567. (Penalty Value £11882.25) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.00 - THE 3 AS LEISURE MOTORHOME-CARAVAN SALES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for eight yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Penalties, after September 28th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 3As Leisure has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition a cash prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries, 0 at £20 and 11 at £100. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 5.30 - THE DAVID PIPE RACING CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6601 to the winning horse The second to receive £3037, the third £1518, the fourth £760 and the fifth £378. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £62 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £50 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 9th. Penalties, after September 28th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 8th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. David Pipe Racing have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In Addition a cash prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 26 entries, 0 at £12 and 26 at £62. - Closed October 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5049; Second £2524; Third £1263; Fourth £631; Fifth £315. (Penalty Value £6601.25) A SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.

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