Welcome to Chepstow Racecourse, and to racing here in 2025.
We look forward to another wonderful day’s jump racing with 7 live races to enjoy on this Winter Sunday afternoon meeting.
With a new year, comes a period of reflection on what was a wonderful 2024, topped off by the Coral Welsh Grand National meeting over the festive period. We had a bumper crowd of over 8,500 in attendance to enjoy Val Dancer appearing through the fog jumping over the last and on his way to victory for trainer Mel Rowley, jockey Charlie Hammond and owners the Val Dancers
As we look forward to 2025, we have some great fixtures to look forward to. Saturday 22nd February will see our Beer & Cider Festival raceday, featuring a live fan zone showing the Six Nations in the Bonanza Boy Marquee.
We have our annual Grand National Raceday on Saturday 5th April, which will feature live entertainment after racing, and a party atmosphere throughout the day.
I’d like to take a moment as well to thank all of our very loyal Annual Members for renewing for another year with us at Chepstow racecourse. I thank you personally for your ongoing support of the racecourse and look forward to seeing you all on many days to come throughout the 2025 racing calendar.
Have a wonderful day with us, enjoy the racing and good luck in finding a few winners.
Luke Admans General Manager at Chepstow Racecourse
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
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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.
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SUNDAY 05 JANUARY
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
CHIEF STEWARD THOMAS EVETTS
STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR
JOANNE HAWKINS
MILLY BERSEY, LOUISE NEALE, GUY UPTON
STARTERS
WILLIAM JORDAN
CIARAN MCKEE
JUDGE
GUY LEWIS
CLERK OF THE SCALES
CHRIS HILL
VETERINARY OFFICER
LUCINDA TYLER
VETERINARY SURGEONS
BOBBY MCEWEN
SCOTT MILNES
CARYS REYNOLDS
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr PETER PHILLIPS
Dr ANNE LASHFORD
Dr CHRIS REESE
NURSE
SARAH GODFREY
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
MEL BAKER
ANDREA KELLY
JEREMY WILLIS
HORSE HANDLERS
KAREN WILLIAMS
JADE LAZENBY
GENERAL MANAGER
LUKE ADMANS
CLERK OF THE COURSE
DAI JONES
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
RON MASON
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
DAI JONES
COMMENTATOR
RICHARD HOILES
BETTING RING MANAGER
ANDY COLLINS
HOW TO READ
birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
horse’s name
horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic
No of days since last ran
form guide previous performances /=new season
-=new year
Bold type shows all weather form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
9 NASSALAM (FR) (18) 6300-41 C
Dream Well (FR) - Ramina (GER) (Shirocco (GER))
age
weight st-lbs
6 11-6
Caoilin Quinn (3) John and Yvonne Stone Gary Moore, Horsham
Br S.A.R.L. Genetique Obstacle
K M Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Reactedverypositivelytorefittedblinkerswhenanemphaticwinnerof thetrialover3mhere18daysago,beatingWayfinderby51/2lengthsbut value for more like double the margin. Stamina is an unknown over 6f further but he’s weighted to have a big say under a 4lb penalty TFR HHHHI BHA140
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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If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
FIRST RACE 12.15
THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3M 2F 54YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE THANKYOU FOR RENEWING CHEPSTOW ANNUAL MEMBERS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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) A
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Pipe (16 wins from 116 runners, 14%) runs SHOT BOII
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs SHOT BOII
LONGEST TRAVELLER: FAIRLAWN FLYER trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.
KATATE DORI took very well to his new discipline when making a winning chase bow at Exeter on Wednesday and can defy a penalty given how much he had in hand that day. Stellar Stream was better than the bare result at Exeter last month and is interesting back on a winning mark with cheekpieces re-fitted, while Shot Boii shaped as if his turn is near at Lingfield
1 KATATE DORI (FR) (4) 333-541
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Vavea (FR)
Walters Plant Hire Ltd
Br Mr Paul Etienne Dupont
7 12-7 (in 7lb ex)
Dylan Johnston (3)
Sam Thomas, Cardiff
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in early 2023 who immediately bettered his hurdles form when easily making a successful debut over fences at Exeter on New Year’s Day. More to come and obvious claims under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA110
2 ULTRA BEAT (IRE) (24) 5P-32F3
B g Milan - Downsouth (IRE)
Hot Air Dreamers
7 12-0
Alice Stevens
Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br Mrs Clodagh Fitzgerald Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved model this term, second on handicap chase debut at Bangor (3m) in October. Fell early at Hereford but quickly back on track when third at Warwick last month. Likely to stay long distances. TFRHHHII BHA110
3 FAIRLAWN
FLYER
(GB) (28) 321PP-4
B g Dr Massini (IRE) - She’s Our Native (IRE)
Mr Ross Williams
Br Miss E. Nicholas & R. Williams
9 11-9
Shane Fenelon
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Peter and Karen Bowen Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Cartmel in August 2023 and looked set to coast in at Fontwell the following month only to go lame before 3 out. Off 15 months after that but shaped as if retaining ability when fourth at Kelso on comeback 4 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA105
4 STELLAR STREAM (IRE) (30) 31UP-0P D
B g Getaway (GER) - Gaelic River (IRE)
Mrs Jane Slough
Br J. P. N. Parker
8 11-9
Callum Pritchard (3)
Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORM VIEWGained a deserved breakthrough success over fences (in first-time cheekpieces) in staying event at Bangor Failed to complete next 2 starts and looked rusty at Ffos Lason return but better than bare result at Exeter last month. Not taken lightly back on winning mark with headgear re-applied TFRHHHHI BHA105
5 SHOT BOII (IRE) (27) 42P-033
B g Malinas (GER) - Moncherie (IRE)
South West Rail Solutions Limited
Br Patrick Condron
8 11-7
Gearoid Harney (6)
David Pipe, Wellington
W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEW Becoming well handicapped and showed enough when third at Lingfield last month to suggest he’ll be able to take advantage near to hand, no extra only late on TFRHHHHI BHA103
6 FORTUNEFAVORSDBOLD (IRE) (35) P0-04P5 7 11-5
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Consuelita
All Stars Sports Racing
Jamie Brace (3)
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Mr Richard Busher Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler in Ireland and left previous form for this yard well behind with a brace of handicap chase wins at Huntingdon/Lingfield. Struggled since, however. TFRHHIII BHA101
7 THE BIG REVEAL (IRE) (27) 460/-P50 7 10-3
Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fuel Queen (IRE)
Foxhills Racing Limited
Br Robert O’Callaghan
Joe Anderson
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to match debut hurdles form, including switched to fences handicaps this season after 20 months off, tried in this headgear when seventh at Lingfield latest. TFRHHIII BHA85
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair sort at his best but has lost his way, completing for the first time in 7 outings when well-held fifth at Fakenham in November Easy to oppose. TFRHHIII BHA85
2024:MEETING ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 7. Stewards Note:
THE BIG REVEAL: Following its run on 9/12/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
B - Brought Down R - Refused F - Fell P - Pulled Up
C - Course Winner S - Slipped Up d - Disqualified
REFUSAL OF ADMISSION
The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the course without assigning a reason for doing so We do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to a person or their property. This is stated in our T&Cs, which may be obtained from the Racecourse Office.
CCTV
Please note that for security purposes there will be CCTV monitoring throughout the racecourse today.
SECOND RACE 12.45
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR, FIVE, SIX AND SEVEN YRS OLD
THE DUNRAVEN WINDOWS / EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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 (20-25): J & A O’Neill (16 wins from 132 runners, 12%) runs BOSTON BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 57 runners, 18%) runs OUT OUT
LONGEST TRAVELLER: FOLLOWING CHAPTER & MAGNA VICTOR trained by A Ralph, Bridgnorth, 79 miles.
CARISMATIC SOLDIER made a promising start when runner-up in a Leicester novice and looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to go one better here. Dual-scorer Nowmelad appeals as the one to chase home Olly Murphy’s son of Soldier of Fortune, with hurdlingnewcomer Cornish Comedy and the unexposed Following Chapter the pick of the rest for minor honours
1 NOWMELAD (IRE) (39) 4-22131 D
B g Mahler - Mighty Oake (IRE)
Mr Peter Green
6 11-12
Lee Edwards
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Declan Daly Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 2m maiden at Uttoxeter in October and novice at Hereford following month. LIkeable type and not ruled out despite conceding weight all round TFRHHHHI BHA122
2 BOSTON BOY (GB) (21) 2/55-4rr
6 11-2
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Samrana (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr Tanzanite
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br R. W. Russell Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran out for the second start in a row in novice hurdle at Windsor (16f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Place claims if on his A-game though TFRHHHII BHA-
3 C’EST DIFFERENT (FR) (21) 65
B g Manatee - Narvica Gravelle (FR)
5 11-2
Dylan Johnston (3)
Walters Plant Hire Ltd Sam Thomas, Cardiff
Br M G. Cousin, M P. Havard, Mme J. Cousin
TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, well-held fifth of 11 in novice hurdle at Windsor (16f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 21 days ago. Needs a big step forward. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 CARISMATIC SOLDIER (IRE) (31) 2-2 BF
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Charisma
6 11-2
Sean Bowen
A J Wall & Briton International Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Ms Jill Farrell Motaclan
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to land the odds but shaped well when second of 6 in novice hurdle at Leicester (15.5f, heavy) on his hurdles bow 31 days ago. Holds leading claims with more to offer. TFRHHHHH BHA-
5 CORNISH COMEDY (GB) (274) 4-
B g Getaway (GER) - Brantingham Breeze
5 11-2
Liam Harrison Francome and Dando
Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3, fourth of 7 in bumper at Uttoxeter 9 months ago on his sole run for Mel Rowley Hooded for yard/hurdles bow and can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 FOLLOWING CHAPTER (GB) (44) 0 5 11-2
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Following Mama (IRE)
Ciaran Gethings
Mrs D. J. Ralph Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Mrs D J Ralph Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if in need of the experience on debut when ninth of 13 in maiden hurdle here (19.4f, good) 44 days ago, racing freely Can take a step forward.
7 HEAD OVER HINDS (IRE) (25) 050P-3
B g Champs Elysees - Katie T (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA-
7 11-2
Tom Broughton (5) Richard Bailey and Mr S J Mattick
Max Comley, Naunton
Br Barrywhite Partnership Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 100/1, first run since leaving Gary Moore when third of 10 in novice hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Needs to build on it. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Magna Bloodstock Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Raced freely when fifth of 8 in bumper at Perth 7 months ago. More is needed on his hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 ON THE GO (GB) (20) F6
B g Linda’s Lad - Russie With Love
Mrs Susan Monkland & Dr A Fowlie
5 11-2
Lilly Pinchin
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br C. J. Down Merriebelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORMVIEW Twice-raced maiden, a well-held sixth of 13 in novice hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago. More is required. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 OUT OUT (IRE) (20) 2-00
B g Getaway (GER) - Hestina (FR)
6 11-2
Harry Skelton
The Thirsty Boys Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Dan Skelton
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well when runner-up in bumper at Warwick in October 2023 but has offered little both hurdling starts 14 months later In good hands but has a lot to prove TFRHHIII BHA-
11 POOLEY’S PROMISE (IRE) (32) 0
B m Shirocco (GER) - Wild Fern (IRE)
6 10-9
Harry Kimber RS Racing (Syndicates) Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Mr Michael Ennis Rs Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, ninth of 11 in bumper at Ludlow 32 days ago. Lot more is required on her hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn first time by No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Carismatic Soldier (IRE), 2-1 Nowmelad (IRE), 11-1 Boston Boy (GB), 16-1 Cornish Comedy (GB), 40-1 Head Over Hinds (IRE), Magna Victor (GB), On The Go (GB), Pooley’s Promise (IRE), 50-1 C’Est Different (FR), Following Chapter (GB), 66-1 Out Out (IRE)
NOTICES, WEIGHTS, PEDIGREES
Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration All horses must parade in the Parade Ring, except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post
NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
Racegoers are asked to please refrain from using flash photography as this can alarm horses and distract jockeys and may endanger horse, jockey and public.
RICHARD DAVIS AWARD
For the Top Conditional Jockey riding at Cheltenham, Chepstow, Hereford, Ludlow, Stratford, Warwick and Worcester during the period 4th May 2024 – 26th April 2025.
(Sponsored by the Cheltenham and 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 4th January 2025)
THIRD RACE 1.15
TWO MILES SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE 22ND FEBRUARY CHEPSTOW BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL RACEDAY 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)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K & M Nicholls (8 wins from 55 runners, 15%) runs CLONDAW GENERAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K & M Nicholls (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs CLONDAW GENERAL LONGEST TRAVELLER: A FORCE TO RECKIN trained by C Honour, Ashburton, 107 miles.
CLONDAW GENERAL posted a very good fourth in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham last time out and can resume winning ways back in these calmer waters Chris Down’s Wincanton scorer Prophesea should ensure he does’t have things all his own way however, with Copper Jack next on the list.
colours no horse age st lb
1 CLONDAW GENERAL (IRE) (22) 1-14 D
6 11-7
Gr g Milan - Dahara (FR) Tom Bellamy
Mr P. J. Andrews
Br Pat McGrath
Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW£150,000 purchase on the back of Irish point success and landed 23f novice hurdle at Worcester on his debut in October before a very good fourth in 3m Cheltenham Grade 2 last time Big shout. TFRHHHHH BHA125
2
PROPHESEA (IRE) (19) 11-5031 D
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Lady Benmear (IRE)
Mrs S. M. Trump
6 11-7
Callum Pritchard (7)
Chris Down, Cullompton
Br Mrs Rose Byrne Woodwarm Stoves
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive type who got off the mark in this sphere in 13-runner novice hurdle at Wincanton (19.8f, soft) 19 days ago. Has more to offer over this longer trip Player TFRHHHHI BHA120
3
A
FORCE
TO RECKIN (IRE) (24) PU-P
B g Workforce - Miss Liz (IRE)
Mr J. Veysey
5 11-0
Bryan Carver
Chris Honour, Ashburton
Br Michael Rafter Cotswold Stone Supplies
TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Warwick (21f, soft) on NH debut 24 days ago. Significantly more is required. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 COPPER JACK (IRE) (43) 521-04 D
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Veranda of Heaven (IRE)
Acorn Builders Dorset Ltd
6 11-0
Sean Bowen
Anthony Charlton, Warminster
Br Mr B. Crowley Sherborne Utilities Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Took a step forward when fourth of 5 in novice hurdle at Ascot (21.6f, good to soft, 100/1) on hurdles bow 43 days ago. Needs to back it up now Engaged Wincanton 12.23 Saturday. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 HIGH JOKER (GB) (231) 0-3
B g Mountain High (IRE) - Poker Queen
8 11-0
Charlie Price (3)
Mr David Dando Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Br Mr D. J. Dando Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time when third of 5 in novice hurdle at Stratford (22f) 7 months ago. Has plenty to find on form TFRHHIII BHA-
6 PENNANT LEGACY (GB) (84) 0006
6 11-0
B g Telescope (IRE) - Pennant Princess James Best
Mr P. J. Woolley Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
Br P. J. Woolley Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler and only poor form shown thus far. Cheekpieces go on for the first time TFRHHIII BHA58
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Prophesea (IRE), 5-4 Clondaw General (IRE), 8-1 Copper Jack (IRE), 80-1 High Joker (GB), 150-1 A Force To Reckin (IRE), 300-1 Pennant Legacy (GB)
1-2-3: 1.CLONDAW GENERAL (IRE) 2.PROPHESEA (IRE) 3.COPPER JACK (IRE)
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares
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FOURTH RACE 1.45
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE CONGRATULATIONS 2024 WGN WINNER VAL DANCER NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB
RACE)
Total prize fund £11700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4726, 2nd £2362, 3rd £1182, 4th £591, 5th £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (15 wins from 153 runners, 10%) runs ILLICO DE COTTE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 57 runners, 18%) runs ILLICO DE COTTE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BALLYBENTRAGH trained by G & J Moore, Horsham, 128 miles.
ILLICO DE COTTE has made a positive start over fences this season, making a winning return at Carlise before surrounded by subsequent winners when third there last month, and he can resume winning ways. Ballybentragh and Mahland should both come on for their comeback runs now going chasing and are possible threats
B g Fame And Glory - Shuil Dorcha (IRE)
Mr David Maxwell
Mr David Maxwell Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Mrs Marilyn Syme
The Fitzdares Club
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who made a successful start over hurdles at Sandown a year ago before good efforts under a penalty next 2 starts Stiff task in Aintree Grade 1 final start before respectable return on handicap bow at Newbury Has the profile to make a better chaser so must be respected TFRHHHHI BHA127
2
ILLICO DE
COTTE
(FR) (35) 2133-13 D BF
Ch g Kitkou (FR) - A Cote de Cotte (FR)
Mr Robert Kirkland
7 11-9
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br G. Vincent, A. Geffroy & G. Richardot Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpoint/maidenhurdlewinnerwhoshowedmuch-improvedformwhenmakingawinningchasebowatCarlisle(31/4m,goodtosoft)inOctober. Ran at least as well when third at the same course last month and he remains with potential as a chaser with headgear re-fitted. TFRHHHHH BHA126
3 LIVIN ON LUCO (IRE)
(22) 1222-16 C
Ch g Malinas (GER) - Andrea’s Answer (IRE)
7 11-5
Callum Pritchard (7)
The Philip Hobbs Racing Partnership Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br Kilfeacle Stud Philip Hobbs Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWConsistent rather than progressive over hurdles and bettered that form albeit fortuitously when making a winning start over fences at Newton Abbot under this rider on return. Struggled in better event at Cheltenham since but worth another chance back down in class. Engaged 1.33 Wincanton Saturday. TFRHHHII BHA122
4 MAHLAND (IRE) (23) 50221-0 D
Ch g Mahler - Ebaniya (IRE)
Lady Dulverton
Br Con O’Keeffe
7 11-4
Charlie Deutsch
Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Bob Price & Son Groundworks
TIMEFORM VIEWProgressive over hurdles when stepped up to around 3m, needing no more than hands-and-heels riding when opening his account at Ffos Las (23.9f) in April. Likely to have needed comeback run and no surprise to see him do better again now switched to fences (point winner) TFRHHHII BHA121
5 PHANTOM GETAWAY (IRE) (32) 5/0PP-2P D 8 10-7
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Belle Provence (FR)
The P G Tipsters
Br Coppice Farm & Cleaboy Stud
Tom Bellamy
Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWWinning Irish pointer/hurdler. No show in 3 starts over fences last season but fared much better (had a breathing operation and tongue tied) when second at Ffos Las on return. Went backwards in a big way at Ludlow last month, however, so needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA110
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 98YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE 5TH APRIL CHEPSTOW GRAND NATIONAL RACEDAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £8900 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (15 wins from 153 runners, 10%) runs JEFFERY’S CROSS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 57 runners, 18%) runs JEFFERY’S CROSS LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAPTAIN BOUDET trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 83 miles.
The Skelton team has taken things up a notch in recent weeks and JEFFERY’S CROSS can provide them with yet another winner after an encouraging reappearance third at Windsor after 19 months off recently.Thor de Cerisy was a dual C&D winner in the second half of last season, so he heads up the dangers returned to this venue, with Enjoy Your Life rounding off the shortlist provided he can put a dismal effort behind him.
1 JEFFERY’S CROSS (IRE) (21) 2221/2-3
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Gleaming Spire
9 12-0
Harry Skelton Spectre Racing - Jeffrey’s Cross
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br R. McCarthy Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORM VIEWLow-mileage 9-y-o who took his form up a notch when gaining a first win over fences at Haydock in April 2023 Shaped as if as good as ever after returning from 19 months off when third of 5 in handicap at Windsor (24.2f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago and entitled to come on from that TFRHHHHH BHA117
2 THOR DE CERISY (FR) (27) F11P-02 CD 11 12-0
B g Enrique - Midalisy (FR)
Mrs L. Maclennan
Br Mr O. Varin, Mr. Y. Varin & Mr S. Varin
Dylan Johnston (3)
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEWBack-to-back C&D winner in the second half of last season but he ended that campaign on a downer and started this one with another tame effort However, got back on track when runner-up at Lingfield (20f, soft) just under 4 weeks ago and may well build on that back here TFRHHHHI BHA117
3 HEROS DE ROMAY (FR)
(16) 2/133-46 CD
B g My Risk (FR) - Miss du Seuil (FR)
Lady Dulverton
Br G. Gordat, O. Gordat & F. Dussably
8 12-0
Tom Bellamy
Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWAfairlyusefulwinnerat19foverhurdleswhomadeanencouragingstartinthisspherewhenfourthof7inhandicapatHaydock(21.6f,soft)lastmonth. However, he went backwards from that at Uttoxeter (20f, heavy) since, but handicapper has at least dropped him 3lb Cheekpieces on TFRHHHII BHA117
4 ENJOY YOUR LIFE (FR) (17) 413P-2P D
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Madoudal (FR)
8 12-0
Charlie Deutsch
Mrs J Young Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Mr Hugues Rousseau Faucets Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a pair of handicap chases around 3m last winter and reappeared with an encouraging second over C&D in November Ran poorly at Exeter since but fancied to leave that effort behind back down in trip TFRHHHII BHA117
5 GYENYAME (GB) (19) 350-613 D BF
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Lizzie Tudor
Anne Broom and Wendy Carter
7 11-12
Sam Twiston-Davies
Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
Br Ms Karen Gough Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful Flat/hurdles winner who has the size to make a chaser and built on his debut over fences when off the mark easily at Exeter in November Moody display when well-beaten third at Wincanton (20.2f, soft) since so no surprise to see first-time blinkers applied. TFRHHHII BHA115
TIMEFORM VIEWLightly-raced maiden who made a positive return to the fray when third of 18 in 19.5f course handicap in November Similar form when mid-division at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) since and now attentions are turned to the larger obstacles (third in Irish point) Tongue tie added to usual cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA100
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6.
Stewards Note:
ENJOY YOUR LIFE: Following its run on 19/12/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
GYENYAME: Following its run on 17/12/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.
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Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Thor de Cerisy (FR), 10-3 Jeffery’s Cross (IRE), Gyenyame (GB), 15-2 Enjoy Your Life (FR), 17-2 Heros de Romay (FR), 14-1 Captain Boudet (FR)
RACE
SIXTH RACE 2.55
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
ALBERT
BARTLETT TRIPLE CROWN SERIES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (15 wins from 153 runners, 10%) runs GWENNIE MAY STAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 57 runners, 18%) runs GWENNIE MAY STAR
LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALAN DE BANKS trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.
There’s a feeling one of the unexposed sorts will step forward, with the suggestion being DANGEROUS TOUCH after his promising fourth at Warwick last time A market move for Harry Derham handicap newcomer Casual Observer would make him a potential big threat. Valens Bruyee and Alan de Banks complete the shortlist
1 ALAN DE BANKS (IRE) (23) 12D43
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Miss Elderberry (IRE)
Davies Builders Merchants Ltd
Br J. Lenihan
6 12-2
Shane Fenelon (5)
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in the summer Has reached the frame in a pair of maiden hurdles around this trip in recent months and rates a possible improver in handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA112
2 GOLDEN MAVERICK (FR) (27) 311-204
B g Zarak (FR) - Waritta
RaceShare - Golden Maverick
5 12-0
Sam Twiston-Davies
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Mr Jacques Herold Raceshare
TIMEFORM VIEWA fairly useful 5-time winner on the Flat for Ian Williams and scored twice hurdling for current yard in the spring Respectable fourth of 8 at Lingfield (19.5f, soft) last month while typically looking a hard time Could benefit from a first-time visor. TFRHHHII BHA110
3 CASUAL OBSERVER (IRE) (295) 2/4255-
B g Pillar Coral - Oulart Star (IRE)
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Casual Ob
6 11-13
Paul O’Brien
Harry Derham, Newbury
Br Paddy Fortune & Anna McCarthy Olive Print & Graphics
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed promise in 3 novice hurdles at the beginning of 2024. From a good yard and rates a likely improver now handicapping on his return. Market confidence could prove significant. TFRHHHHI BHA109
4 VALENS BRUYEE (IRE) (17) 551-PP2 C
B g Sageburg (IRE) - The Right Thing (IRE)
Orion Racing
Br Danny Doran
7 11-13
Callum Pritchard (7)
Rebecca Curtis, Newport
William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEWDual hurdle winner last season, including a 2m course novice Failed to take to fences on first 2 runs this season but back on track over hurdles in refitted cheekpieces when head second in Ffos Las handicap 17 days ago. Respected under Pritchard. TFRHHHHI BHA109
5 NEW FOUND FAME (IRE) (23) 44-P421
B g Fame And Glory - Coco Opera (IRE)
Mr Richard Lee
Br R. Lynch
9 11-11
Liam Harrison
Kerry Lee, Presteigne
TIMEFORM VIEW First success since his debut when taking a 19.5f Bangor handicap in first-time cheekpieces (retained) last month. Should remain competitive up 5lb. TFRHHHII BHA107
6 DANGEROUS TOUCH (IRE) (45) 240-604
Gr g Vendangeur (IRE) - A Touch of Sparkle (IRE)
Matt FitzGerald and The Songsters
6 11-9
Sean Bowen
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br D. Mitchell Motaclan
TIMEFORMVIEW£135,000 buy after finishing runner-up sole outing in Irish points Improved effort over hurdles when fourth in 2m Warwick maiden in November and can likely do better again for leading stable now handicapping over further. Big player TFRHHHHH BHA105
7 RISK D’ARGENT (FR) (23) 0/245P-3
Gr g My Risk (FR) - Villebruyere (FR)
9 11-8
Jonathan Burke
Alastair Ralph Racing Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br E. Raquin & SARL Poulinieres.com Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 14 runs since his last win in 2021 Made a respectable reappearance when third over 2m at Bangor last month but that losing run dents confidence TFRHHHII BHA104
1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
HAWK STONE (IRE) (274) 600221-
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Morning Milan (IRE)
The Mischief Makers
6 11-7
Bradley Harris (3)
Harriet Dickin, Midford
Br Mr Michael Dillon Kissing It Better, Clay Street Property Consultants
TIMEFORMVIEWImprover in 2m handicaps last spring, finishing second on first 2 attempts before going one better at Uttoxeter (heavy) in April. Shapes as if this step up in trip will suit and claims if fully primed after 9 months off. TFRHHHII BHA103
9
OUR DYLAN
(IRE) (30) 1-12321 D
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Starrystarrysky (IRE)
4Racing Owners Club
Br Mrs T. J. Kidd
9 11-6
Ben Godfrey
Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORMVIEWThird win since last April when seeing off 9 rivals at Exeter (18.5f) in December Raised another 7lb but has a really solid record of late and likely to go well again Engaged 2.05 Wincanton Saturday. TFRHHHHI BHA102
10 LOKI’S MISCHIEF
(FR) (52) 2042
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Goddess Freja (FR)
Mr Ron Watts
5 11-4
David Noonan
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Br Ulf Sjoberg Vasby Distribution Ab Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up on the first of 2 starts in bumpers. Ony modest form when reaching frame in 2 hurdles this autumn (close second at Taunton latterly came in a weak 4-runner race) but this longer trip should suit now hurdling TFRHHHII BHA100
11
TARITINO
(IRE) (24) 4440-6 5 10-13
B g Buratino (IRE) - Archange (FR)
Taylor Fisher
Duckhaven Stud Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWThree Flat wins for Joe Tickle in early summer Only sixth back hurdling at Taunton (2m) 24 days ago but he’s entitled to be sharper for that first outing in 3 months and this longer trip could play to his strengths too. Not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA95
12 WOT YOU WEARING (IRE)
(17) 0-2506P CD 8 10-13
Br g Arakan (USA) - Carramanagh Lady (IRE)
Mrs V. James
Br Peter Tonery
Ciaran Gethings
Robert Stephens, Caldicot
TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back winner over C&D in November 2023 Made an encouraging start to present campaign when just touched off in a 25.5f Hereford handicap in October but hasn’t backed that up Needs a return to Chepstow to spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA95
13 GWENNIE MAY STAR (FR)
(15) 0-3P050 5 10-12
B g Masterstroke (USA) - Grande Symphonie (FR)
Ms Gwendoline M Clarke
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br SC Racing Investment Society Ecurie RIS Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEWMore than hinted at ability in bumpers and novice hurdles but well held on Hereford handicap debut 15 days ago. Still early days but would need to see market support to consider now stepping back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA94
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Visor worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 11.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 12. Stewards Note:
WOT YOU WEARING: Following its run on 19/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Casual Observer (IRE), 8-1 Valens Bruyee (IRE), 9-1 Alan de Banks (IRE), Dangerous Touch (IRE), Our Dylan (IRE), 10-1 Hawk Stone (IRE), 11-1 New Found Fame (IRE), 12-1 Loki’s Mischief (FR), 16-1 Golden Maverick (FR), Risk d’Argent (FR), 20-1 Taritino (IRE), Wot You Wearing (IRE), 33-1 Gwennie May Star (FR)
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £185,805 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 28th March 2025.
SEVENTH RACE 3.30
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
THE CHEPSTOW COUNTRY & WESTERN RACEDAY 7TH JUNE OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (15 wins from 153 runners, 10%) runs GIANTSGRAVE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 57 runners, 18%) runs GIANTSGRAVE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: PURE BLUE trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 83 miles.
GIANTSGRAVE fetched £92,000 following his runner-up effort in a point and, having been sent to Dan Skelton, he’s sure to be very well prepared for this He receives the vote in favour of Douglas Hyde, who showed ability at Bangor, and newcomer Wannabe.
colours no horse age st lb
1 DOUGLAS HYDE (IRE) (68) 1-2 BF
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Late Night Deed
5 11-8
Sean Bowen Farnham’s, Rymer’s, Street’s & Lockett’s
Rebecca Curtis, Newport
Br Godfrey Moylan William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW£85,000 Irish point winner who made a bright start under Rules and shaped like a stayer when second of 6 in bumper at Bangor (16.7f, heavy) on NH debut in October. Will flourish over longer trips tackling obstacles but can still make his presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 GIANTSGRAVE (IRE) (266) 2- 5 11-8
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Poppy Baloo (IRE)
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Giants
Br Stephanie Hanly
TIMEFORM VIEW
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Olive Print & Graphics
€50,000 3-y-o, £92,000 4-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding Half-brother to fair 2m hurdle winner Barrabooka Dam unraced sister to top-class hurdler/very smart chaser (winner up to 21f) Oscar Whisky Runner-up in an Irish point in the spring and transferred to a leading yard. TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 MAXIMUM OFFERS (IRE) (35) 2-3 BF
B g Getaway (GER) - Gaye Lady (IRE)
L H & A Snowden & Late Sir Chips Keswick
6 11-8
Jonathan Burke
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Knocktartan House Stud BetVictor
TIMEFORM VIEW€40,000 3-y-o, £105,000 4-y-o, Getaway gelding. Half-brother to multiple jumps winner in USA Two’s Company and useful hurdler/chaser Scorpion Sid. Runner-up only outing in Irish points in November 2023 and strong in the betting, he was placed again in a Carlisle bumper a month ago TFRHHHII BHA-
4 PILLAR THE POET (IRE) (252) 0
B g Pillar Coral - Ailette
5 11-8
Oliver Boyden (10) Pjs Solutions Ltd Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Pillar Coral gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners, including fair chaser Elleon, stays 27f. Dam 6f winner Last of 8 finishers in his point. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 PURE BLUE (IRE) (44) 0
6 11-8
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Katalina Bryan Carver
The P B Partnership Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
Br Mrs R I. Vaughan Brendon Powerwashers
TIMEFORM VIEWEUR130,000 Blue Bresil gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 2m hurdle winner An Tobar and dual bumper winner/useful hurdler Elle Est Belle Had a breathing op before debut and fitted with a tongue tie, he weakened out of it over C&D in November TFRHHIII BHA-
6 STEAL THE MOVES (IRE) (223) 21 D
5 11-8
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Tanit James Best
Jane Arnold and Rene Foulquies Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham
Br Sean Gorman
TIMEFORMVIEW£9,000 3-y-o, £21,000 4-y-o, Leading Light gelding Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful hurdle winner/fairly useful chaser Gallyhill and fairly useful chaser Nortonthorpelegend Off the mark between the flags at the second attempt in March. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 WANNABE (IRE) (-) 5 11-8
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pipe Lady (IRE)
Tom Bellamy
Mrs R. M. Serrell Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br M. & E. Dixon Plumbing World
TIMEFORM VIEW €72,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Closely related to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Del La Mar Rocket Newcomers from yard often fancied TFRHHHHI BHA-
Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - The Adare Woman (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies The Afillyeights Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br Mrs Elizabeth Grant Geegeez.co.uk TIMEFORM VIEW €26,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune mare Half-sister to useful hurdle winner/smart chase winner Allart and fairly useful hurdler Sweet Adare Noteworthy newcomer TFRHHHII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 8
Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Giantsgrave (IRE), 9-2 Douglas Hyde (IRE), 5-1 Maximum Offers (IRE), Limerick Lass (IRE), 13-2 Wannabe (IRE), 18-1 Steal The Moves (IRE), 25-1 Pillar The Poet (IRE), 40-1 Pure Blue (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 12.15 - THE THANKYOU FOR RENEWING CHEPSTOW ANNUAL MEMBERS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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. January 3rd. Penalties, after December 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 January 2nd, 2025, 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. Chepstow Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize tot he person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries, 1 at £8 and 15 at £44. - Closed December 30th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) A SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 12.45 - THE DUNRAVEN WINDOWS / EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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, five, six and seven yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, December 30th, 2024 and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 3rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o, 6-y-o and 7-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The trustees of the EBF have kindly contributed £1,000 towards this race. Sky Sport Racing will present a trophy to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 8th, 2025. 16 entries at £45. - Closed December 30th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.15 - THE 22ND FEBRUARY CHEPSTOW BEER&CIDER FESTIVAL RACEDAY 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 five yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 30th, 2024 and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 3rd. Weights: 11st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Chepstow Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize tot he person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £38. - Closed December 30th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 1.45 - THE CONGRATULATIONS 2024 WGN WINNER VAL DANCER NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6178 to the winning horse The second to receive £2843, the third £1421, the fourth £711 and the fifth £354. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £58 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £47 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 3rd. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). Chepstow Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize tot he person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries, 6 at £11 and 5 at £58. - Closed December 30th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4726; Second £2362; Third £1182; Fourth £591; Fifth £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77)
SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.20 - THE 5TH APRIL CHEPSTOW GRAND NATIONAL RACEDAY 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. January 3rd. Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Chepstow Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize tot he person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £44. - Closed December 30th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 2.55 - THE ALBERT BARTLETT TRIPLE CROWN SERIES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) 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 0-110 (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. January 3rd. Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. All horses which finish in the first five in this race may be eligible to enter The Albert Bartlett Triple Crown Series Final Handicap Hurdle to be run over a distance of about 2 miles 4 furlongs at the Punchestown Festival on April 29th, 2025. Balloting for The Albert Bartlett Triple Crown Series Final Handicap Hurdle will be based upon finishing position in the qualifier races. Albert Bartlett have kindly sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 26 entries, 0 at £7 and 26 at £38. - Closed December 30th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.30 - THE CHEPSTOW COUNTRY & WESTERN RACEDAY 7TH JUNE OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, December 30th, 2024 and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 3rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Chepstow Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner. In Addition they will give a cash prize tot he person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 16 entries at £22. - Closed December 30th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
