Doncaster Racecard - Saturday 4th March

Virgin Bet Race Preview

1.00pm- Champagne Town makes his first start for the Kevin Frost yard having previously been trained in Ireland by Gavin Cromwell. He has not been seen in eleven months however and may need the run however on his season reappearance. Gentle Frank made a notable improvement when last seen over course and distance in January and should run a big race here. Park Hill Dancer was disappointing last time out but raced very freely that day. A change is taken on Park Hill Dancer to bounce back to form with the hope that he settles better today.

1.30pm- Calico ran a very good race against Jonbon last time out. A mark of 137 could be more than fair for the Dan Skelton horse Mackenberg should be suited by good ground but his jumping left him down last time out and it is opposed today. Gold Des Bois ran a huge race on good ground at Doncaster in January but was well beaten by Pay The Piper who he meets gain today. Pay The Piper will carry top weight but remains a danger and is the tentative pick to follow up from his recent victory at Musselburgh.

2.05pm- Mr Freedom should go well on ground conditions and the fouryear-old is likely still unexposed off 120 Sergeant Wilson was an impressive winner of a maiden hurdle at Fakenham last month. The 3rd horse in that race was since won. Sergeant Wilson may try to make all the running from the front here and a mark of 112 seems fair

2.40pm- She’s A Saint sets a good standard here in this Listed Mares’ Novices Hurdle over 3 miles. She was no match for the impressive You Wear It Well last time out at Sandown but this looks an easier task for her today presuming she get the extra distance today and having won a point-to-point, she is expected to handle the step up in trip. Apple Away was an impressive winner last time out at Ayr and a big run is expected again today.

3.15pm- Cooper’s Cross won a competitive handicap over 3 miles last time out at Doncaster on good ground. He steps up another 2 furlongs in trip but that is unlikely to be a problem for him. Does He Know is another horse who will be suited by today’s trip and good ground. He poses the main danger to Cooper’s Cross. A reproduction of his race at the Cheltenham November meeting would see him go close here today if he can defy carrying top weight.

3.50pm- Snipe looks unexposed and the Dan Skelton horse is likely to be prominent on the pace and can follow on from his maiden hurdle win at Ffos Las last time out. Theme Tune is going for his 3rd win on the bounce and it’s possible that he is still ahead of the handicapper although he may want more ease in the ground. Bumpy Johnson got back to winning ways last time out at Ffos Las and a big run is expected again today off a feasible mark of 117 There may be a question mark over if he will get todays longer trip however

4.25pm- Give Me A Cuddle is a course and distance winner. He disappointed last time out at Taunton however and others may be preferred today. Fringill Dike has been dropped 2lb in the weights and is potentially off a nice mark for Jedd O’Keefe with Emma Smith-Chaston taking off 3lb also

5.00pm- Willmount looks the one they all have to beat in the bumper He was an impressive 13 length winner over course and distance in January and is hard to oppose here today. The market may provide clues for the debutant runners in the field. Broomhill Road looks nicely bred and makes most appeal of the rest

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FIRST RACE 1.00

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 88YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET BEST ODDS DAILY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Henderson (22 wins from 81 runners, 27%) runs PARK HILL DANCER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (2 wins from 26 runners, 8%) runs PARK HILL DANCER FANCY THAT: N Henderson won this race in 2014 and 2015. The stable runs PARK HILL DANCER today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SAVED BY THE RIVER trained by S Mullins, Amesbury, 196 miles.

GENTLE FRANK very much caught the eye when finishing third in a C&D novice on his latest outing 5 weeks ago, marking himself down as one to be interested in, and he could be the way to go with the prospect of more to come. This sort of test promises to suit Park Hill Dancer judged by the way he’s shaped on each of his 2 hurdle starts and he can emerge as the chief threat.

1-2-3: 1.GENTLE FRANK 2.PARK HILL DANCER (FR) 3.CHAMPAGNE TOWN

colours no horse age st lb

1 CHAMPAGNE TOWN (GB) (331) 3133-

6 11-0

B g Kayf Tara - Kind Heart Brian Hughes

Kevin Frost Racing Club & David Orr Kevin Frost, Newark

Br R. Kent & Donald McCain Racing Kevin Frost Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWWinning pointer. Fair form when third only start in bumpers and displayed clear aptitude for hurdling when filling same spot in a Limerick maiden (21f) in April. Acquired by new yard for £16,500 in November and feasible to see him do better again. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 GENTLE FRANK (GB) (36) FC2-453

Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Himitas (FR)

7 11-0

Lee Edwards

Sue Howell Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Br R. W. Russell Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up completed start in points and not for first time caught the eye over hurdles when third on qualifying run in a C&D maiden 5 weeks ago, keeping on well and finishing with running left. Well in the mix. TFRHHHHH BHA114

3 PARK HILL DANCER (FR) (21) 11-25

BF

6 11-0

B g Waldpark (GER) - Sweni Hill (IRE) Robert Dunne Middleham Park Racing XXXVIII & Partner

Br S.A.S. Equine Advisory Agency E.A.A SAS

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Exeter bumper scorer who lost little caste in defeat when runner-up to a useful sort on hurdles bow at Market Rasen (20.6f) in December Quite possible he lacked for stamina upped to 23f at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago and good chance he can do better still now eased back in trip TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 SAVED BY THE RIVER (IRE) (32) 050-00U

B g Hallowed Crown (AUS) - Mataji (IRE)

Mr Seamus Mullins

Br David McGuinness

6 11-0

Daniel Sansom (3)

Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

We Do Vans

TIMEFORMVIEWCut little ice in bumpers/first 5 starts over hurdles but he did offer hope he could have a future in low-grade handicaps prior to unseating 2 out at Limerick (2m) 32 days ago. Switched yards ahead of this but hard to warm to in this company. TFRHHIII BHA93

2022: DUKE OF BRONTE 8 11 0 Bridget Andrews 5-1 (Dan Skelton) 5 ran

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

PARK HILL DANCER: Following its run on 11/2/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Park Hill Dancer (FR), 15-8 Gentle Frank (GB), 4-1 Champagne Town (GB), 25-1 Saved By The River (IRE)

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SECOND RACE 1.30

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 78YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL MONEY BACK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £40000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £15900, 2nd £7948, 3rd £3976, 4th £1988, 5th £992, 6th £496. (Penalty Value £20812) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (20 wins from 107 runners, 19%) runs CALICO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs MACKENBERG LONGEST TRAVELLER: GOLD DES BOIS trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 179 miles.

It’s possible to make a case for all of these A 6lb rise for PAY THE PIPER’s comfortable Musselburgh success doesn’t look too severe so he’s the suggestion. Calico and Xcitations may give him most to do.

1-2-3: 1.PAY THE PIPER (IRE) 2.CALICO (GER) 3.XCITATIONS

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1 PAY THE PIPER (IRE) (27) 4-03431 D

8 12-0

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Regal Holly Ross Chapman

Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Br B. Walsh Hamilton

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful over hurdles and quickly made up into an even better chaser last season It took a few outings for him to recapture his best this winter but he was right back on song to win at Musselburgh (2m) last month. Should give another good account. TFRHHHHH BHA142

2 MACKENBERG (GER) (21) 1P-1153 C D

8 11-13

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mountain Melody (GER) Brian Hughes

Mr T. G. Leslie Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Gestut Etzean Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWWon his first 5 chase starts, the fifth success coming over 19f here in November Wasn’t at his best when a well-held third of 4 at Warwick last time but he’s dipped to only 1lb above the mark he scored from here Fine at 2m TFRHHHHI BHA141

3 XCITATIONS (GB) (17) 1-41102 CD BF

8 11-12

B g Universal (IRE) - Bonnet’s Pieces Sam Twiston-Davies

G. Libson,D. Bayliss,T. Davies & P. Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough

Br Mrs P. Sly Pam Sly Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWUpped his game further this term with victories over C&D and at Sandown around the turn of the year Behind a couple of today’s rivals back here in January but he wasted no time returning to form when second (Hasankey third) at Wetherby 17 days ago. Ought to be very competitive again TFRHHHHI BHA140

4 CALICO (GER) (21) 6-22412 D

7 11-9

B g Soldier Hollow - Casanga (IRE) Bridget Andrews

Mr John J Reilly Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWWonapairofnovicehurdlesinearly-2021andcamegoodoverfences in2mSouthwellhandicapinJanuary.GaveJonbonarunforhismoney inamatchrace at Warwick since, although he was seen to maximum effect having briefly slipped clear Only nudged up 1lb for that. Player back in handicap. TFRHHHHI BHA137

5 HASANKEY (IRE) (17) 16-2603 D

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Haziyna (IRE)

The Hanky Panky Partnership

7 11-7

Lewis Dobb (7)

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Br His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C Postpack Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMade excellent strides over fences last season, winning 3 on the bounce prior to finishing sixth in Grand Annual at the Festival. Cracking second at Ayr on return in October and back from 2 lesser efforts when third (Xcitations second) at Wetherby latest. TFRHHHII BHA135

6 GOLD DES BOIS (FR) (27) 114635 D

Ch g Full of Gold (FR) - Equatoriale (FR)

9 11-0

Conor O’Farrell

Mr Raymond Anderson Green Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br Mme Joelle Brillet & Mr Michel Brillet

Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWStarted the season with back-to-back wins in 4-runner races at Kelso. Good third (Mackenberg fifth) in a competitive race over C&D in January and a bad mistake around halfway proved costly in the Musselburgh race won by Pay The Piper since (probably still in form). TFRHHHII BHA128

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

2022: BUN DORAN (IRE) 11 10 9 Ciaran Gethings 11-2 (Tom George) 6 ran

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Calico (GER), 3-1 Pay The Piper (IRE), 9-2 Xcitations (GB), 13-2 Mackenberg (GER), 8-1 Hasankey (IRE), 16-1 Gold des Bois (FR)

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THIRD RACE 2.05

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 128YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET FIVES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £10200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4120, 2nd £2059, 3rd £1030, 4th £515, 5th £257. (Penalty Value £5386.62) Weights lowered 2lb.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (15 wins from 96 runners, 16%) runs MINELLA PLUS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs MINELLA PLUS WEIGHTWATCHER: MINELLA PLUS won off a handicap mark of 121, his rating is now down 6lb to 115.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MR FREEDOM trained by Miss S West, Lewes, 222 miles.

A few with chances but MR FREEDOM did well to overcome a troubled passage when registering his fifth victory of the season at Warwick last time so looks the way to go despite taking a 3lb rise in the weights. Lihyan still has few miles on the clock and could emerge as the chief threat ahead of in-form pair Whizz Kid and Glory And Honour

1-2-3: 1.MR FREEDOM 2.LIHYAN (IRE) 3.WHIZZ KID (GER)

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1 WHIZZ KID (GER) (14) 236P20

7 12-0

Ch g Teofilo (IRE) - Wurfspiel (GER) Luke Scott (7)

Foxtrot Racing Whizz Kid Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who arrives in decent nick, eighth of 12 in handicap at Ascot (19.3f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up down in grade/eased 1lb. TFRHHHII BHA122

2 GLORY AND HONOUR (IRE) (41) 5F64-30

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - On Khee

7 11-8

Kevin Brogan

The Horse Watchers David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Br Mr Michael D. Hickey Gain Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORMVIEWGained sole hurdles success in a Huntingdon maiden for Tom Lacey in November 2020 but he’s won twice on the Flat since joining this yard and also performed respectably back in this sphere. Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA116

3 MINELLA PLUS (IRE) (21) 115340

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Violin Davis (FR)

Miss C. McCracken

6 11-7

Brian Hughes

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Mr K. D. Cotter Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWTook well to chasing, landing handicaps at Hexham and Ludlow (both at around 2m) in the autumn, but below form in recent outings though, including back over hurdles at Kempton and Warwick. Others are preferred. TFRHHHII BHA115

4 LIHYAN (IRE) (27) U6-4103 D

B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Elle Est Milan (IRE)

Bill Fraser & Adrian Pritchard

5 11-7

Conor O’Farrell

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br Mr S. Gorman Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEWComfortable winner of Cork maiden hurdle (17f) last summer and better for return/yard debut when third in 4-runner novice at Musselburgh (2m) last month. Remains with potential now going into handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA115

5 SERGEANT WILSON (IRE) (30) 1-U3201

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - In A Rush (IRE)

Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

Br Seosamh Murphy

5 11-4

Sam Twiston-Davies

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track in first-time hood when landing 2m novice hurdle at Fakenham 30 days ago. Needs to back it up now returned to handicap company. TFRHHHII BHA112

6 VERY EXCELLENT (IRE) (66) 15/-506P D

Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Step With Style (USA)

Mr A. Waite

Br Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd

7 11-2

Ross Chapman

Mike Sowersby, Malton

Mike Sowersby Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWFair 10f winner on the AW in March for Andrew McNamara but well held over both codes since, including on yard debut in 2m3f Catterick handicap hurdle after Christmas. Lots more is required. TFRHHIII BHA110

7 MR FREEDOM (GB) (21) 11r521

B g Sixties Icon - Waitingforachance

The Affordable (3) Partnership

Br Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

4 11-2

Robert Dunne

Sheena West, Lewes

Southdowns Unleashed

TIMEFORMVIEWIs enjoying an excellent season and gained his fifth success in 2m handicap hurdle at Warwick 21 days ago, responding well after suffering a poor run. Big player despite going up another 3lb. TFRHHHHH BHA120

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FOURTH RACE 2.40

THREE MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (3M 84YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS MARES

THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £30000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £13074, 2nd £5367, 3rd £2685, 4th £1341, 5th £672, 6th £336. (Penalty Value £17085) A

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (20 wins from 107 runners, 19%) runs SHE’S A SAINT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (3 wins from 27 runners, 11%) runs APPLE AWAY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANNIE MAGIC trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 256 miles.

SHE’S A SAINT ran another fine race when second in the Jane Seymour (Grade 2) at Sandown 16 days ago and, with a further step up in trip likely to suit, she has to be considered the one to beat. Apple Away jumped fluently when making all at Ayr recently and is an interesting contender upped in grade, as is Aubis Walk, who looked a useful prospect when scoring by a wide margin at Sedgefield last week

1-2-3: 1.SHE’S A SAINT (IRE) 2.APPLE AWAY (IRE) 3.AUBIS WALK (FR)

colours no horse age st lb

1 ANNIE MAGIC (IRE) (30) 31-2126 D BF

7 11-0

Br m Westerner - Sound Case (IRE) Rex Dingle

Pillhead House Partners Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br Bryan Gerard Maguire Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner who confirmed her hurdling debut promise up in trip when landing a Wincanton novice in tidy fashion in early December Wasted what appeared a good opportunity on her Exeter handicap debut and proved a disappointment back in novice company at aforementioned track last time TFRHHHII BHA119

2 APPLE AWAY (IRE) (18) 1-16321 D

6 11-0

B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Dr A Day (IRE) Patrick Wadge

Old Gold Racing 14 Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Br Terence Leonard Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who made a successful hurdling/Rules debut at Bangor in September and has continued to progress since, resuming winning ways in a handicap at Ayr (24.3f) 18 days ago. Interesting now upped in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA120

3 AUBIS WALK (FR) (9) r12-2F1 D

7 11-0

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aubisquinette (FR) Brian Hughes

Mr K. Alexander Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Br M. Dumont, Haras Du Ma & B. Danielle

TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed previous promise when winning 8-runner novice hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, good to soft) 9 days ago. running green when clear Up in trip Open to further improvement TFRHHHHI BHA116

4 MIDNIGHT SHUFFLE (GB) (13) 3//01-521

8 11-0

Br m Midnight Legend - Lifestyle Sam Coltherd

Mr A. McCormack Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Br David G. Ford Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEWBumper winner at Kelso in 2021 who has progressed with each start over hurdles following a lengthy absence, off the mark in 8-runner mares ’ novice at Musselburgh (15.5f) 13 days ago. Upped significantly in trip and more needed now taking on better opposition TFRHHHII BHA106

5 MISS CHANTELLE (GB) (218) 033-322

6 11-0

B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Miss Estela (IRE) Charlie Todd

Mr R. S. Brookhouse B F Brookhouse, Newmarket

Br Mr R. S. Brookhouse Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed all 5 starts over hurdles for Tom George, but it’s just fair form at best so faces a stiff task on these terms. Wears first-time hood TFRHHIII BHA103

6 SHE’S A SAINT (IRE) (16) 122212 D

6 11-0

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Charade (IRE) Bridget Andrews

Estate Research Limited Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Cathal Ennis Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwhoisvergingonusefuloverhurdles,resumingwinningwaysonthebackofapairrunners-upeffortsinlistedcompanyatFfosLas(15.8f)

Ran another good race upped in trip/grade when second in Sandown Grade 2 (19.8f) 16 days ago. Upped further in trip and sets the standard. TFRHHHHH BHA126

2022: FONZERELLI (IRE) 6 11 1 Nathan Moscrop 18-1 (Rebecca Menzies) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn first time by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

ANNIE MAGIC: Following its run on 2/2/2023 it was reported that the horse may have had a breathing problem.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 She’s A Saint (IRE), 4-1 Apple Away (IRE), 9-2 Aubis Walk (FR), 9-1 Annie Magic (IRE), 16-1 Midnight Shuffle (GB), 33-1 Miss Chantelle (GB)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

FIFTH RACE 3.15

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3M 2F 1YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET GRIMTHORPE

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB

RACE)

Total prize fund £70000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £27825, 2nd £13909, 3rd £6958, 4th £3479, 5th £1736, 6th £868. (Penalty Value £36421)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Twiston-Davies (13 wins from 62 runners, 21%) runs UNDERSUPERVISION

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Twiston-Davies (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs UNDERSUPERVISION

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SPORTING JOHN trained by P Hobbs, Minehead, 240 miles.

COOPER’S CROSS took this season’s progress up a notable notch fitted with this headgear when making light of a rise in class in the Sky Bet Chase here 5 weeks ago and could still be ahead of his mark up 5lb given he beat a subsequent winner that day. Castle Robin enhanced his good strike rate over fences with a polished round of jumping at Sandown, so is another to consider along with the classy Does He Know

1-2-3: 1.COOPER’S CROSS (IRE) 2.CASTLE ROBIN (IRE) 3.DOES HE KNOW

colours no horse age st lb

1 DOES HE KNOW (GB) (21) 210-F13

8 12-0

B g Alkaased (USA) - Diavoleria David Bass

Yes He Does Syndicate Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br M. W. Easterby Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWMade up into a smart novice chaser last term when a 3-time winner, including in Ascot Grade 2. Fell at the first at Kelso on return but showed no ill effects when defying top weight in handicap at Cheltenham. Decent third in Denman Chase at Newbury since and respected again

2 SPORTING JOHN (IRE) (14) 141-4P0

B or Br g Getaway (GER) - Wild Spell (IRE)

8 10-12

Aidan Coleman

Mr John P. McManus Philip Hobbs, Minehead

Br Stephanie Hanly

TIMEFORMVIEW Not the force of old (Grade 1 novice chase winner) and has plenty to prove at present after 2 poor runs back in this sphere. Headgear now reached for.

3 WINDSOR AVENUE (IRE) (35) PP-P4P4 C

11 10-11

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Zaffarella (IRE) Ross Chapman Phil & Julie Martin Brian Ellison, Malton

Br Miss J. A. Buchanan Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Well served by fitting of blinkers when landing Sky Bet Chase here (3m) 13 months ago but has mostly struggled since despite receding mark. TFRHHHII BHA140

4 CASTLE ROBIN (IRE) (28) 611-4P1 C

8 10-9

Ch g Robin des Champs (FR) - Coco Opera (IRE) Brian Hughes Bradley Partnership Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br R. Lynch Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORMVIEWEnded last season on the up over fences, scoring over C&D and Wetherby in the spring Excuses first 2 starts this term before resuming winning ways at Sandown 4 weeks ago, making most. Remains of interest TFRHHHHI BHA138

5 NEVILLE’S CROSS (IRE) (14) 1P0P5P D

8 10-5

B g Stowaway - Dancing Bird (IRE) Robert Dunne

Mr F Green and Mr J Chinn

Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br Christopher Maye Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Bangor off 3lb higher in July but hasn’t fired subsequently, pulled up at Wincanton 2 weeks ago. A more compelling case can be made for others TFRHHIII BHA134

6 COOPER’S CROSS (IRE) (35) P-21321 C 8 10-4

B g Getaway (GER) - Rocella (GER)

Sam Coltherd

Mr J Fyffe Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Br Alan O’Brien

Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressingwellandmadeawinningreturnfrom6monthsoffatCarlisle(21/2m)inOctober.AtleastasgoodwhenplacedatAintree/Musselburghbefore taking things up a notch when landing Sky Bet Chase here (3m) in first-time headgear Extra 2f unlikely to be a problem and big shout up 5lb TFRHHHHH BHA133

7 UNDERSUPERVISION (IRE) (35) 41P-3PU CD 7 10-3

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Dances With Waves (IRE)

Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd

Sam Twiston-Davies

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Gregory Rossiter Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Has become disappointing again since opening his account over fences in this race a year ago (off this mark). Capable but certainly not one for maximum faith. TFRHHHII BHA132

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

(IRE) (30) 1111-P0

B g Morozov (USA) - Another Tonto (IRE)

James Best

Mrs Ann Leftley Seamus Mullins, Amesbury

Br Michael Conlon We Do Vans

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved last season, completing a 4-timer in handicap chase at Exeter. However, well held both starts this term and best watched at present. 1lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA130

2022: UNDERSUPERVISION (IRE) 6 10 11 Sam Twiston-Davies 9-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 7.

Stewards Note:

NEVILLE’S CROSS: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Cooper’s Cross (IRE), 7-2 Does He Know (GB), 5-1 Castle Robin (IRE), 7-1 Undersupervision (IRE), 11-1 Sporting John (IRE), 12-1 Windsor Avenue (IRE), 22-1 Neville’s Cross (IRE), 33-1 Moroder (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 3.50

THREE MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (3M 84YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET DAILY MONEY BACK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £25000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £9938, 2nd £4968, 3rd £2485, 4th £1243, 5th £620, 6th £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Skelton (20 wins from 107 runners, 19%) runs SNIPE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (6 wins from 22 runners, 27%) runs BUMPY JOHNSON LONGEST TRAVELLER: SWEET WILL trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.

SWEET WILL is 12lb higher than for his Cheltenham success in November but he did the job well that day and his subsequent efforts over fences do little to dispel the notion that he is still improving The 6-y-o is taken to add to his tally, perhaps at the chief expense ofThe Newest One, who is 0-7 in this sphere but acquitted himself very well in a Chepstow novice last time and scored over fences off 5lb higher here last season. Bumpy Johnson and Snipe are others to consider

1-2-3: 1.SWEET WILL (IRE) 2.THE NEWEST ONE (IRE) 3.BUMPY JOHNSON (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 HUNTERS CALL (IRE) (23) 353-235

13 12-0

B g Medaaly - Accordiontogelica (IRE) Lewis Stones (5) Holloway,Clarke,Black Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Michael Ward Manor Farm Fruits

TIMEFORMVIEWReady winner of a Bangor handicap on return last season and performed with credit when third in the same race on his reappearance this time round However, safely held back from a break at Huntingdon and while being eased 4lb will help, he looks vulnerable TFRHHIII BHA134

2 SWEET WILL (IRE) (20) 02112U

B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Hallie’s Comet (IRE)

6 11-6

Conor McNamara

In Bounds Syndicate Gavin Cromwell, Ireland

Br Mighty Universe Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWImproved when landing big-field handicap hurdles at Fairyhouse and Cheltenham in November prior to going close over fences at the former course in January. Going well when unseating 3 out at Navan last time and this Irish raider is of strong interest back in this sphere TFRHHHHH BHA126

3THEME 6)

3 THEME TUNE (IRE) (56) 03-0411 D

8 11-2

B g Fame And Glory - Supreme Melody (IRE) Non Runner Katie and Brian Castle N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Br Godfrey Moylan Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

NON-RUNNER

4 SIROBBIE (IRE) (21) 50F2P6

9 10-13

Br g Arakan (USA) - Presentbreeze (IRE) Charlie Todd

Mr Richard J. Gurr Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br Michael C Griffin Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful for David Bridgwater and returned to form for new yard when runner-up at Ludlow (23.8f) in January. Not in the same form on his next 2 starts, though, and hopes now pinned on the addition of blinkers sweetening him up TFRHHIII BHA119

5 THE NEWEST ONE (IRE) (29) 144-5P2 CD

8 10-11

B g Oscar (IRE) - Thuringe (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies

S Such & CG Paletta Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Ronald Brown Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfuloverfencesherelasttermand,havingperformedpoorlyatExeteronsecondstartofthisseason,heputinagoodshiftbackhurdlingwhen a close/clear second in a 23.6f Chepstow novice On a potentially handy mark returned to handicap company and he needs considering TFRHHHHI BHA117

6 BUMPY JOHNSON (IRE) (23) 3/24-441

Ch g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Country Flora

Brocade Racing

Br Sean Leahy

7 10-11

David Noonan

David Pipe, Wellington

W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEWFontwell bumper winner who opened his hurdles account following a second wind op at Ffos Las (2 1/2m) last month. This is a tougher assignment but 4lb rise tolerable and shapes as though worth another crack at this trip, so there is certainly cause for optimism. TFRHHHII BHA117

7 SNIPE (IRE) (23) 3-23F1

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pisces

Foxtrot Racing Snipe

Br Mrs Ethel Browne

6 10-8

Bridget Andrews

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORMVIEW Was going as well as anything when falling 3 out on handicap debut upped to this trip at Southwell in November Duly landed the odds in a Ffos Las maiden back from a break last month and it’s entirely possible that he has more to offer. TFRHHHII BHA114

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

Alexander ston

Ch g Champs Elysees - Va’vite (IRE) Harry Reed

The Hasty Parisian Partnership Milton Harris, Warminster

Br Mrs D. Dewbery & Mrs B. Woodcock Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Did well as a juvenile last season, winning at Sandown and made the frame on several occasions, too. Performed with credit when fourth of 9 back at Sandown in November but subsequent efforts have not been so good TFRHHIII BHA109

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 8.

2022: SULTANS PRIDE 10 11 6 Theo Gillard 10-3 (Gillian Boanas) 6 ran

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Sweet Will (IRE), 3-1 Snipe (IRE), 9-2 Bumpy Johnson (IRE), 5-1 The Newest One (IRE), 14-1 Hunters Call (IRE), 20-1 Hasty Parisian (IRE), 22-1 Sirobbie (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 4.25

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 88YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET

DAILY EXTRA PLACES

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £8200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3312, 2nd £1656, 3rd £828, 4th £414, 5th £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (15 wins from 96 runners, 16%) runs MALPAS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs MALPAS

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BENTHAM trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.

The vote goes to GALAHAD THREEPWOOD, who was in the process of mounting a strong challenge when unseating his rider 3 out in the C&D handicap won by Good Bye in January. He almost certainly would have finished ahead of the eventual third, the re-opposing Fringill Dike, had he completed and is very appealing off the same mark. Prairie Wolf has raised his game considerably with cheekpieces enlisted the last twice and looks a big threat, while Irish raider Bentham also needs a second look

1-2-3: 1.GALAHAD THREEPWOOD 2.PRAIRIE WOLF (IRE) 3.BENTHAM (IRE)

colours no

horse

1 GIVE ME A CUDDLE (IRE) (25) 1-12610 CD

age st lb

7 12-2

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Social Society (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies

Mr Andrew L. Cohen Neil King, Burderop

Br Fintan Farrell Wood Hall Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged second success in this sphere over C&D in January but subsequent display in a first-time hood (discarded here) off this mark at Taunton left much to be desired. TFRHHIII BHA117

2 MALPAS (IRE) (26) 11-6235

8 12-0

B g Milan - Skipping Along (IRE) Brian Hughes

Mr N. Hartley Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Michael Moakley Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful 3 times over 17f at Carlisle last season and went close over that C&D in November Has followed that with a couple of decent efforts and while a shade more will be needed if he’s to emerge on top, this 8-y-o is likely to give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA115

3 FRINGILL DIKE (IRE) (35) 1-11053

6 11-12

Ch g Mahler - Credo Star (IRE) Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Caron & Paul Chapman Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Br Cathal Ennis Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of 3 novice events on the bounce, including on return at Hexham in September Disappointing on first 2 starts in handicap company but back on track when third off 2lb higher over this C&D last time and he’s one to consider TFRHHHII BHA113

4 GALAHAD THREEPWOOD (GB) (35) P5524U BF

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Tesary

6 11-10

Kevin Brogan

The Megsons Ben Pauling, Naunton

Br Peter Winkworth Fitzdares

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulontheFlatforMickChannonandwasintheprocessofrunningwellwhendeparting3outoverthisC&Dlastmonth.Whetherhewould’ve opened his hurdles account had he completed is debatable but held every chance at the time and has to be of interest off the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA111

5 PRAIRIE WOLF (IRE) (29) 303021 C D

6 11-9

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Applause For Amy (IRE) Ross Chapman

Mr G. R. Orchard & Mrs J. M. Gray Sue Smith, Bingley

Br P. Condon Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful dual bumper winner who has got it together over hurdles with cheekpieces added the last twice, just touched off by a progressive type at Catterick in January prior to going one better in good style over 19.3f at the same course last time Now 9lb higher but leading claims nonetheless TFRHHHHI BHA110

6 OKAVANGO DELTA (IRE) (5) 03-3106 CD

7 11-7

B g Ocovango - Court My Eye Craig Nichol

One For The Road Flower Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

Br Denis and Mrs Teresa Bergin Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in first-time cheekpieces over C&D in November but hasn’t threatened back here and at Ayr since Likely to find one or two too good TFRHHIII BHA108

7 THUNDER AHEAD (GB) (21) 5310-0 C

5 11-5

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Champagne Time (IRE)

Br Abergwaun Farms

Alan King, Barbury Castle

Alexander Thorne (5) Maybe Only Fools Have Horses

Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat for Harry Dunlop Off the mark at third attempt over hurdles in juvenile event here last February but well held both subsequent starts in this sphere and stamina to prove now upped in trip TFRHHIII BHA106

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

BENTHAM (IRE) (36) 33P000

B g Jeremy (USA) - Detonante (FR)

Carpe Vinum Partnership

Br Dora Bloodstock Ltd

Conor McNamara

Gavin Cromwell, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since landing a Bellewstown maiden hurdle in July 2020 but there have been some positives to glean from some of this season’s efforts, not least when seventh in a 22-runner Punchestown handicap in November Dangerous to discount for respected Irish yard. TFRHHHII BHA103

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Prairie Wolf (IRE), 7-2 Galahad Threepwood (GB), 11-2 Fringill Dike (IRE), 7-1 Malpas (IRE), 15-2 Bentham (IRE), 12-1 Give Me A Cuddle (IRE), 16-1 Okavango Delta (IRE), 28-1 Thunder Ahead (GB)

EIGHTH RACE 5.00

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 128YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE VIRGIN BET OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

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

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A King (13 wins from 104 runners, 12%) runs BROOMHILL ROAD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 26 runners, 12%) runs WILLMOUNT LONGEST TRAVELLER: QUICK OF THE NIGHT trained by D Roberts, Kenley, 213 miles.

WILLMOUNT has won both starts to date, the first of which came between the flags, and he’s fancied to land the hat-trick over the same C&D over which he made a winning Rules debut Broomhill Road looks appealing on paper and is likely to emerge as the main danger.

1-2-3: 1.WILLMOUNT 2.BROOMHILL ROAD (IRE) 3.CAVE BLEU

RACE SUMMARY PLAY

colours no horse age st lb

1 WILLMOUNT (GB) (53) 1-1 CD

5 11-9

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Youngstar Sam Twiston-Davies

Mr O. S. Harris Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot

TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive winning pointer who followed suit in good style in a C&D bumper 53 days ago.

Expected to maintain his unbeaten record TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 CATCH THE CRUMPET (GB) (-)

B g Lucarno (USA) - Shropshirelass

5 11-2

Tabitha Worsley (3)

Ms G. Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Br Miss T. Worsley Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, Nds Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Lucarno horse. Dam (c82/h94) 2m-21f hurdle winner Wears hood Not an obvious sort on paper

3 CAVE BLEU (GB) (-)

B g Arvico (FR) - Glan Lady (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-2

Alan Doyle (5)

Mrs C. Voce John Mackie, Church Broughton

Br Mr & Mrs P Voce John Mackie Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Arvico gelding Dam (h86) 2m/17f hurdle winner, also 6f winner (at 2 yrs) who stayed

1 1/4m on Flat Worth a market check.

4 QUICK OF THE NIGHT (GB) (21) 0

B m Gentlewave (IRE) - Message Personnel (FR)

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 10-9

Lee Edwards

Mr D. T. Carder Dave Roberts, Kenley

Br Goldford Stud Clearview Accountants

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much at Warwick on debut and others make more appeal

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 BROOMHILL ROAD (IRE) (-)

4 10-6

B g Shirocco (GER) - Ussee (FR) Alexander Thorne (5)

Mr J. Law Alan King, Barbury Castle

Br E. Fehily Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW €32,000 3-y-o, Shirocco gelding. Dam (h107), maiden hurdler (stayed 21f), half-sister to smart bumper winner/smart hurdler (2m winner) Montbazon. Notable newcomer

2022: SPRING MEADOW (IRE) 5 11 3 Sam Twiston-Davies 15-8 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 7 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Hood worn first time by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 3, 5.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Willmount (GB), 11-4 Broomhill Road (IRE), 9-1 Cave Bleu (GB), 25-1 Catch The Crumpet (GB), 33-1 Quick of The Night (GB)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.00 - THE VIRGIN BET BEST ODDS DAILY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 27th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. Virgin Bet has generously sponsored this race a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the Stablehand judged by them to be best turned out for this race 9 entries at £50. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

SEE PAGE 7 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.30 - THE VIRGIN BET CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL MONEY BACK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20812 to the winning horse The second to receive £9568, the third £4784, the fourth £2392, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £596. for five yrs old and upwards. £200 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Virgin Bet has generously sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner, in addition a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the Stablehand judged by them to be best turned out for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 8 entries at £200. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15900; Second £7948; Third £3976; Fourth £1988; Fifth £992; Sixth £496. (Penalty Value £20812) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Third Race 2.05 - THE VIRGIN BET FIVES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5386 to the winning horse The second to receive £2478, the third £1239, the fourth £620 and the fifth £309. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £51 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £41 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Virgin Bet has generously sponsored this race a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the Stablehand judged by them to be best turned out for this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Sea Pigeon Series qualifiers during the current season. 18 entries at £51. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4120; Second £2059; Third £1030; Fourth £515; Fifth £257. (Penalty Value £5386.62) Weights lowered 2lb

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Fourth Race 2.40 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £17085 to the winning horse The second to receive £6411, the third £3210, the fourth £1599, the fifth £804 and the sixth £402. for novice five yrs old and upwards mares only. Enter by noon, February 27th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Weights: 11st each 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. Virgin Bet has generously sponsored this race and will present a trophy to the winning owner, in addition a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the Stablehand judged by them to be best turned out for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 11 entries at £150. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £13074; Second £5367; Third £2685; Fourth £1341; Fifth £672; Sixth £336. (Penalty Value £17085) A

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Fifth Race 3.15 - THE VIRGIN BET GRIMTHORPE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £36421 to the winning horse The second to receive £16744, the third £8372, the fourth £4186, the fifth £2093 and the sixth £1043. for five yrs old and upwards. £350 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £70 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £280 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Virgin Bet has generously sponsored this race and will present a Trophy to the winning owner, and will also provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £50. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 12 entries, 4 at £70 and 8 at £350. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £27825; Second £13909; Third £6958; Fourth £3479; Fifth £1736; Sixth £868. (Penalty Value £36421)

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Sixth Race 3.50 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY MONEY BACK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Virgin Bet has generously sponsored this race a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the Stablehand judged by them to be best turned out for this race PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 2 at £25 and 11 at £125. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)

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Seventh Race 4.25 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY EXTRA PLACES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4330 to the winning horse The second to receive £1992, the third £996, the fourth £498 and the fifth £248. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Penalties, after February 25th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 25th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Cab On Target Series qualifiers during the current season. 22 entries at £41. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)

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Eighth Race 5.00 - THE VIRGIN BET OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, February 27th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Virgin Bet has generously sponsored this race. A £25 cash prize will be awarded to the Stablehand judged by them to be best turned out for this race 15 entries at £24. - Closed February 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

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