FRI 15 DECEMBER Official raceday programme | £4
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Hello and welcome to Doncaster Racecourse for our Countdown to Christmas Raceday. We are delighted you’ve joined us here today and we would like to thank our sponsors Polypipe, Howarth Timber & Building Supplies, Yates Drywall Ltd and Bet365 for their generous support of today’s fixture. Following the abandonment of Huntingdon’s fixture on Sunday 10th December, there are now 8 races on the card, with the Listed Mares’ National Hunt Flat race rescheduled to be run at Town Moor today. The first race is at 11:25 and our raceday presenter Bobby Beevers and resident tipster Kevin Ackerman will be in the Parade Ring at around 10:50 to run through the racecard with you and hopefully pick you out some winners! Our Santa Spotters are out and about today so if you’re donning your best Christmas attire, you’re in with a chance to win a fabulous prize! Our last Countdown to Christmas Raceday before the big day is tomorrow – we hope you can join us! Then, if you’re stuck for something to do between Christmas and New Year, make sure you join us for our Chocolate Family Fun Raceday on Friday 29th December. There’ll be lots of FREE entertainment for the kids including a disco, colouring station, mini-shows and character meet and greets, a golden ticket treasure hunt, and of course, lots of chocolate and sweet surprises! A limited number of tickets are still available if you’d like to ring in the New Year at our glamorous Black Tie Gala Ball on Sunday 31st December. With Champagne and canapés on arrival, a delicious four-course meal, live entertainment, resident DJ and Champagne toast and fireworks at midnight – it’s the perfect way to welcome 2024 with family and friends. Book your table now at www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk. Our first fixture of 2024 is on Wednesday 10th January when you can enjoy some mid-week afternoon jumps racing. The Great Yorkshire Chase weekend is Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th January, featuring a Premier Handicap run over three miles with 18 fences. It’s roll of honour includes Ziga Boy - the most successful horse in this race having won on two occasions. The Grimthorpe Chase weekend takes place on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd March and is the final jumps fixture at Town Moor. Run at Doncaster each year, The Grimthorpe Chase is a National Hunt steeplechase that contains 19 jump fences. The distance has varied over time, but currently sits at a little over 3 miles and 2 furlongs. Considered the ultimate endurance test, this race is seen as a trial for the Aintree Grand National in April, as many winners (such as The Last Samuri and Definitely Red) have gone on to be favourites in the Merseyside race. 2024 Annual Memberships are now on sale. As well as our existing County Annual Membership, we have two new badges for 2024! Grandstand Annual Membership – available from the Early Bird price of £360 and for our existing Annual Members wishing to upgrade their membership – Premier Annual Membership for £995 (limited to 50 badges). Annual Membership offers entry to 500+ fixtures across Arena Racing Company racecourses, four free guest passes, four free racecards, auto-enrolment into the ARC Racing Club for a taste of racehorse ownership, access to attend a variety of reciprocal fixtures and events, plus much more. Full details and terms and conditions can be found at www.doncasterracecourse.co.uk/doncaster-racecourse/annual-membership. Early bird prices are available until 31st December so book yours today! We hope you enjoy your festive raceday with us at Town Moor and as always, our team here at Doncaster are committed to doing our very best to ensure you enjoy your day and we value any feedback you may have. Rach Harwood, Executive Director
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FRIDAY 15 DECEMBER (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING) STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
ALAN DEMPSEY (Chief Steward), ROSIE PEARSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair), BETH DOWSWELL, HELEN KINSELLA, ADRIAN SMITH
STARTERS STUART TURNER RYAN COLLEY JUDGE PAUL CHAMPION CLERK OF THE SCALES WAYNE BURNELL VETERINARY OFFICER DAVID GREEN VETERINARY SURGEONS MATT BUTTERELL CAMERON ROBERTS NIGEL HAIZELDEN MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr STEPHEN WROE Dr PAUL DEWHIRST Dr ALASTAIR DICKSON
NURSE WENDY WALMSLEY EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS GRAHAM GRAY DAVID COOK JOE O’GORMAN ALEC DENT LEANNE ASPREY BETTING RING MANAGER STEPHEN RANN COMMENTATOR MARK JOHNSON
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RACHEL HARWOOD GENERAL MANAGER NIKKI GRIFFITHS CLERK OF THE COURSE PAUL BARKER SAFEGUARDING OFFICER RACHEL HARWOOD DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICER NIKKI GRIFFITHS SAFETY OFFICER ADIE BROWN RACECOURSE PHOTOGRAPHER NIGEL KIRBY www.nigelkirbyphotography.com
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No. of days since last ran colour graphic
horse’s name horse’s saddlecloth number
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birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
form guide previous performances /=new season -=new year Bold type shows Point-to-Point form C=course winner D=distance winner CD=course & distance winner BF=beaten favourite
GUNSIGHT RIDGE (GB) (227) 5/21232-
age
4
weight st-lbs
10-13
B g Midnight Legend - Grandma Griffiths David England Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Warwickshire Br M. and Mrs Watson Cedar Invest Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well in defeat at Market Rasen on first time over hurdles and should take all the beating here. TFRHHHII BHAKEY
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
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 non-handicaps 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.
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FIRST RACE 11.25 TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 128YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE POLYPIPE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): D McCain (19 wins from 113 runners, 17%) runs SLEEPING SATELLITE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (11 wins from 37 runners, 30%) runs RARE MIDDLETON WEIGHTWATCHER: LIFETIME LEGEND won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 5lb to 95. LONGEST TRAVELLER: BONHEUR DE BALLON trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 238 miles. RACE SUMMARY
Another chance is given to the Paul Nicholls-trained RARE MIDDLETON now taking a drop in class with a tongue tied added. Imperial Jade appeals as one who could have more to come in handicaps this term and is second choice ahead of Harel du Marais and Mrs Grimley. 1-2-3: 1.RARE MIDDLETON 2.IMPERIAL JADE (IRE) 3.HAREL DU MARAIS (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
RARE MIDDLETON (GB) (41) 134-0
4
12-0
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Blaise Chorus (IRE) Bryan Drew and Diana L Whateley Br Blaise Chorus Partnership
Angus Cheleda (5) Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group
2
7
TIMEFORM VIEWMaiden winner on the Flat in Ireland and fairly useful juvenile hurdler last season. Modest in a Class 2 Ascot handicap on his reappearance after wind surgery but it wouldn’t be a surprise were he to prove a different proposition in this lower grade with a tongue tie added. TFRHHHHH BHA115
HOMME D’UN SOIR (FR) (206) U3F4-2P D
B g Hurricane Cat (USA) - Country Girl (FR) Mr J. B. Harper Br Dr Fernand Krief
12-0
James Bowen Billy Aprahamian, Towcester Fairfax and Favor Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful hurdler/chaser for Stuart Crawford but let down by his jumping in hunters for Francesca Poste in the spring. Now back hurdling for new trainer Billy Aprahamian. TFRHHIII BHA115
3
HAREL DU MARAIS (FR) (25) 4-40322
Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Urbi Et Orbi (FR) New Vision Bloodstock Br Mr Thierry Gouzerh et al
6 11-12
Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Cube3 Construction
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for his first win but went mighty close at Leicester (2m, heavy) on last month’s first outing for the Mark Walford stable. Each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA113
4
BONHEUR DE BALLON (FR) (55) 6P15-P
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Bonheur de Stara (FR) Mr Samuel Sutton Br Ms Monique Gasche-Luc
4 11-11
Gearoid Harney (7) David Pipe, Wellington Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 19f winner in France in 2022. Had wind surgery prior to pulling up on his 21.5f Newton Abbot stable debut in October and has had his wind operated on again since. Down in trip. TFRHHIII BHA112
5
IONTACH CHEVAL (GB) (33) 034/10-3 D
B g Dunaden (FR) - Dancing Emily (IRE) RSKM Bloodstock Br Burnham P & D Ltd
7 11-10
Nick Scholfield Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper/hurdles winner who recorded a career best when making a successful reappearance in handicap company at Warwick (2m, soft) in November 2022. Seen only twice since but his Sandown third a month ago shows he retains his ability. TFRHHHII BHA111
6
CALL ME ROCKY (IRE) (18) 10434P D
B g Society Rock (IRE) - Callmeakhab (IRE) Mr N. Plumb Br Tally-Ho Stud
6
11-9
Sam Twiston-Davies Syd Hosie, Sherborne
TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of wins for Milton Harris this summer but the handicapper has looked in charge in recent starts and he was pulled up at Kempton 18 days ago on his first outing for Syd Hosie. TFRHHIII BHA110
7
MIDNIGHT SHUFFLE (GB) (232) 521424-
Br m Midnight Legend - Lifestyle Mr A. McCormack Br David G. Ford
8
11-7
Sam Coltherd Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk Bell Rural Solutions
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest when last seen at Perth in April but had progressed steadily over hurdles prior to that and is worth monitoring in the market on her return to action. TFRHHHII BHA108
8
8
MRS GRIMLEY (IRE) (24) 213P3-3
5
11-7
B m Australia - Yakshini (IRE) FB Racing Club Br Graiguelin Stud
Kielan Woods Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
9
5
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who has shown similar form over hurdles, opening her account in a Ffos Las novice last winter. Respectable third of 6 on Fakenham reappearance and entitled to build on that now. TFRHHHII BHA108
11-7
Theo Gillard Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner who opened his hurdle account in 17f Carlisle novice in February. Respectable start to his handicap career when fourth of 10 on 2m Ayr reappearance 6 weeks ago. Yard in slightly better form now so he could step up. TFRHHHII BHA108
10
AT A PINCH (GB) (287) 16/416-
5
B m Lope de Vega (IRE) - Inchina Mr Andrew McGladdery Br Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
11-6
Harry Bannister Toby Lawes, Beare Green Tote, Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in 2m Southwell handicap hurdle in February. Not in the same form over this C&D the following month and not seen since (has left Harry Eustace). Betting perhaps the best guide to expectations for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA107
11
JACK THE SAVAGE (GB) (32) 354-U15 BF
B g Passing Glance - Catching Zeds M White J Frampton L Horsfall Br Harris & Ford Ltd
6
11-4
Richie McLernon Laura Horsfall, Towcester Abacus Securities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWHad wind op and hood on for first time in this code when landing 2m handicap hurdle at Huntingdon in October. TFRHHHII BHA105 Unable to back that up when 15 lengths fifth of 13 at Kempton since, though. Hood left off now.
12
IMPERIAL JADE (IRE) (244) 33321-
B f Harzand (IRE) - Maggi Rocks (IRE) Andrew Fox-Pitt Br Mr A. N. Seymour
4 10-12
Lilly Pinchin Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed with each start over hurdles last term, ending campaign with victory in 6-runner juvenile at Chepstow (2m, good to soft) in April. Likely type for handicaps this season. TFRHHHHI BHA99
13
LIFETIME LEGEND (IRE) (27) 15P-633 BF
B g Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Livia Galilei (IRE) Ken Lawrence & Roy Mousley Br Kevin J. Molloy
5
10-8
Bryony Frost Neil King, Burderop
TIMEFORM VIEWBuilt on early promise to break his duck in 19f female jockeys’ event at Catterick in February. Has dropped below that winning mark but has not been able to take advantage of this, beaten 13 lengths when third in small field at Uttoxeter latest. TFRHHHII BHA95
14
DEADLOCK (IRE) (39) 406
B g El Kabeir (USA) - Impasse Not Another One Partnership Br Tom McGrath & Redmarble Farm Ltd
4
10-2
Lee Edwards Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth Payters Facilities Management Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on Flat. Only modest form in maiden/novice hurdles but handicaps should TFRHHHII BHA87 provide him with a more realistic chance. 2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note: BONHEUR DE BALLON: Following its run on 21/10/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. AT A PINCH: Following its run on 3/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Imperial Jade (IRE), 6-1 Rare Middleton (GB), 8-1 Harel du Marais (FR), Midnight Shuffle (GB), 11-1 Sleeping Satellite (IRE), 12-1 Lifetime Legend (IRE), 14-1 Jack The Savage (GB), 16-1 At A Pinch (GB), 18-1 Iontach Cheval (GB), 20-1 Homme d’Un Soir (FR), Mrs Grimley (IRE), 25-1 Bonheur de Ballon (FR), Deadlock (IRE), 33-1 Call Me Rocky (IRE)
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING It is a condition of entry to this Racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Betting with Bookmakers other than those operating from an authorised pitch is strictly prohibited. Offenders will be escorted from the Racecourse and render themselves liable to prosecution.
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RACE ONE
SLEEPING SATELLITE (IRE) (41) 1/1613-4 D
Br g Mahler - Aneda Dubh (IRE) The Good Stock Syndicate Br George Lane
SECOND RACE 11.55 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 88YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE AT THE RACES APP FORM STUDY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £11000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4590, 2nd £2296, 3rd £1147, 4th £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60) 10 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): N Henderson (22 wins from 82 runners, 27%) runs BECTIVE ABBEY & LUCKY PLACE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs BECTIVE ABBEY & LUCKY PLACE LONGEST TRAVELLER: INOUI MACHIN trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 204 miles. RACE SUMMARY
ZAIN NIGHTS caught the attention of the stewards at Huntingdon just under 3 weeks ago and having initially been banned from running for 40 days, Lucy Wadham was successful with her appeal so he gets the nod to score second time up with significant improvement on the cards. Lucky Place found only one too strong on his hurdling debut recently so could emerge as the main danger, with Inoui Machin and Onewayortother both fancied to go well. 1-2-3: 1.ZAIN NIGHTS 2.LUCKY PLACE (FR) 3.INOUI MACHIN (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
PLAY SMARTER
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
ATHGARVAN (IRE) (663) 20/-
6
11-0
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Foildearg (IRE) Mr R. S. Brookhouse Br Patrick Lavery
Eddie Edge (7) B F Brookhouse, Newmarket Tote
TIMEFORM VIEWShowed an encouraging amount of speed when runner-up in bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy) on debut in December 2021. Well beaten on only start for Ian Williams 3 months later and makes hurdles bow after a lengthy absence. Had a wind op and tongue tie applied. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
BECTIVE ABBEY (IRE) (321) 1-
5
Ch g Mahler - Sizing Kimberlite (IRE) Mr Mark Blandford Br Mr Michael Shanahan
11-0
Daryl Jacob Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW £150,000 5-y-o: second foal: dam (h78), ran once over hurdles, half-sister to fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) Kilmurry. Won sole start in Irish points (Jan 28). Needs a market check on hurdling debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3
CAWTHORNE BANKER (IRE) (293) 2320-
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Shees A Dante (IRE) Mr E. A. Brook Br Mr Sam Doyle
5
11-0
Richie McLernon Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEWMade a positive start when runner-up at Worcester on debut in October 2022 and back on track when filling the same position at Southwell in January. Only produced a modest display at Chepstow (16f, good to soft) a month later, though, and now goes hurdling upped in trip. TFRHHHII BHA-
4
CUBAN COURT (IRE) (13) 1/20-P4
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Havana Dancer (IRE) The Bench Br Edmund Vaughan
5
11-0
Paul O’Brien Neil King, Burderop racehorse-ownership.com
TIMEFORM VIEWMade a winning debut in Fontwell bumper in April 2022 and showed even better form in defeat 10 months later when runner-up here. Left hurdling debut effort behind when fourth of 9 in novice at this course (16.6f, good) recently and capable of better again. Tongue tie on. TFRHHHII BHA-
5
EL GRANJERO (IRE) (55) 1-4
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Mexican Sky (IRE) C & C Boultbee Brooks Br Thomas James
4
11-0
Mr Tommie M. O’Brien (3) Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in points and produced a promising first effort under Rules when fourth of 9 in bumper (9/1) at Newton Abbot (16.8f, heavy) 8 weeks ago. Worth a market check on hurdles debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
6
FLASH IN THE PARK (IRE) (34) P/1-6
5
11-0
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mrs Masters (IRE) The Megsons Br Denis Cummins
Kielan Woods Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
7
5
TIMEFORM VIEWFetched £350,000 after winning an Irish maiden point by 20 lengths in November 2022 but was unable to deliver under Rules when tailed-off sixth of 7 in novice hurdle at Aintree (20f, heavy) last month. Needs to leave that behind. TFRHHHII BHA-
INOUI MACHIN (FR) (28) 411-3 C BF
B g Honolulu (IRE) - Firmini (FR) Walters Plant Hire Ltd Br Vincent Le Roy & Bernard Stoffel
11-0
Sam Twiston-Davies Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEWMade it 2 wins from 3 starts in bumpers at Chepstow (2m) in April but was held back by inexperience sent hurdling after 7 months off when third here (16.6f, good) 4 weeks ago, doing well to get so close after jumping errors. Blinkers applied and he’s capable of much better. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10
8
J’HABITE EN FRANCE (FR) (22) 2-F2
B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Saintete (FR) M Matthews, S Hardman, B Case Br Mr P. Thiriet & HARAS de Saint Voir SCA
4
11-0
Mr Charlie Case (7) Ben Case, Banbury David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWFetched £40,000 after finishing second in a 2 1/2m maiden point in January and duly showed ability sent hurdling at Huntingdon TFRHHHII BHAin October, 3 lengths behind the runner-up when falling at the last. Well-beaten second at Market Rasen a month later.
9
LEGOSTAR (FR) (313) 362412-
B g Legolas (JPN) - L’Eclipse Francaise (FR) Dangerous Brian’s Syndicate Br Jean-Paul & Marie-Odile Deshayes
8
11-0
Fergus Gregory Jake Coulson, Heaton Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWImproved from debut when fourth of 11 in bumper at Downpatrick in July 2021 but well held back there a month later. Has since moved yards ahead of this hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
10
LUCKY PLACE (FR) (20) 22
B g Pastorius (GER) - Luckystar du Frene (FR) Mrs G. Van Geest & Mr M. George Br Mr E. aubree & Mrs J. Goffin Van Aken
4
11-0
James Bowen Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEWShaped like a stayer when second in a Huntingdon bumper in May and filled that same position back there (15.8f, good) on hurdling debut TFRHHHHI BHAjust under 3 weeks ago, not able to get near the winner but reasonably promising in his own right. Plenty to like upped in trip.
11
NELSON CRIQ (IRE) (38) 5-4
B g Mount Nelson - Real Revival (IRE) Apple Tree Stud Br Jimmy Lawler
4
11-0
Tom Bellamy Alan King, Barbury Castle Apple Tree Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability only start in bumpers and similarly offered something to work on when fourth on hurdles debut/return in a Warwick novice (19f) last month. In good hands and he should do better. TFRHHHII BHA-
12
ONEWAYORTOTHER (FR) (36) 1/P-3
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Betwixt (IRE) Andrew & Sarah Wates Br S.A.R.L. MM Stud
5
11-0
Harry Bannister Toby Lawes, Beare Green Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Gambled on and looked potentially useful when landing a Kempton bumper early in 2022. Pulled up on soft-ground hurdle debut in November 2022 but back on track when third of 13 in Newbury novice a year later. Likely capable of better again. TFRHHHHI BHA-
13
REAL REWARDS (IRE) (593) P66/2-
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Serpentine Mine (IRE) The Kevin Frost Racing Club Br Denis Cummins
6
11-0
Lee Edwards Kevin Frost, Newark Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW €10,500 3-y-o, Sageburg gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser East Street and fair chaser Armattiekan. Runner-up on last of 4 starts in Irish points (May 2022). TFRHHIII BHA-
14
RONALDORETURNS (GB) (29) 6/-4
B g Iffraaj - Asmahan Efex Racing Club Br Saoud Hamad Raeisi
5
11-0
Charlie Todd Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
TIMEFORM VIEWIffraaj gelding who finished well held in point bumper in March 2022 but exceeded market expectations in filling the frame when fourth of 14 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to soft) last month. Task is now building on that effort. TFRHHIII BHA-
15
ZAIN NIGHTS (GB) (20) 3
B g Decorated Knight - Missy O’ Gwaun (IRE) J and J McAndrew Br Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
4
11-0
Bryony Frost Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Weatherbys Hamilton LLP
TIMEFORM VIEWUseful and consistent on Flat, very much caught the eye when third of 10 in novice hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, good) recently, finishing with running left under considerate handling. Hood discarded and has scope for much better. TFRHHHHH BHA-
16
LIZZIE REY (GB) (247) 5-
6
B m Kingston Hill - Mayolynn (USA) The Cavallo Syndicate Br Mr & Mrs R. & P. Scott
10-7
Finn Lambert (5) Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh Tori Global
TIMEFORM VIEW Kingston Hill mare who looked in need of the experience when fifth of 10 in bumper at Southwell (15.8f, soft) 8 months ago. Makes hurdles bow. TFRHHIII BHA-
17
MATTIE ROSS (GB) (649) 0//2213/-
B m Champs Elysees - Ommadawn (IRE) The Zara Syndicate Br Mr & Mrs R. & P. Scott
7
10-7
Adam Wedge Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh Tori Global
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve to get off the mark at the fourth attempt in bumpers at Newton Abbot in July 2021. Offered something to work on sent hurdling when third at Huntingdon (19.6f, heavy) almost 2 years ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
18
RED PANDA (GB) (18) 0
4
B f Sir Percy - Snow Leopardess Andrew Fox-Pitt Br Mr Andrew J. L. Fox-Pitt
10-7
Lilly Pinchin Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW Sir Percy filly who was well held in bumper at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) 18 days ago. Makes hurdles bow. TFRHHIII BHA-
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THE HOWARTH TIMBER & BUILDING SUPPLIES NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 2lb.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): I Williams (7 wins from 63 runners, 11%) runs JAYTEE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs JEM IN EM LONGEST TRAVELLER: JEM IN EM trained by L Russell, Kinross, 250 miles. RACE SUMMARY JEM IN EM strikes at the type to benefit from first-time headgear and is still youthful and unexposed as a stayer, so he’s selected to resume progress/winning ways. Last-time-out winner Stratton Oakmont and Ben Lilly head the opposition. 1-2-3: 1.JEM IN EM (IRE) 2.STRATTON OAKMONT (IRE) 3.BEN LILLY (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
1
INEDIT DE MEE (FR) (605) 6222/-
5 11-11
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Capallyne (FR) Andrew & Sarah Wates Br Mr Andre Marcel Pommerai
st lb
Harry Bannister Toby Lawes, Beare Green Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWShowed fairly useful form when runner-up on the last 3 of his 4 starts in 2021/22 for J. Boisnard. Upped markedly in trip on first run for new yard after 20 months off and market likely to be a good guide. Has had a breathing operation. TFRHHHII BHA112
2
JAYTEE (GB) (36) 5-2110P D
Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Archway Copse Mr J. Tredwell Br J. Tredwell
8
11-9
Sam Twiston-Davies Ian Williams, Alvechurch Tote
TIMEFORM VIEWBetter than ever when back-to-back winner of small-field handicap chase events at Southwell in the summer. Was unable to deliver in a much deeper race at Uttoxeter in July and was pulled up back from 4 months off at Ludlow. TFRHHHII BHA110
3
JEM IN EM (IRE) (16) 306-314 BF
B g Well Chosen - Apache Rose (IRE) The Jemsters Br David McKeever
5
11-7
Conner McCann (7) Lucinda Russell, Kinross Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who confirmed previous encouragement in this sphere when scoring at Kelso (25.8f) in October. Finished fourth back there 16 days ago and could be the type to benefit from first-time headgear. TFRHHHHH BHA108
4
BEN LILLY (IRE) (21) 4-31313
6
11-6
B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Aristocratic Lady (USA) David Pipe Racing Club Br Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd
Gearoid Harney (7) David Pipe, Wellington W & S Recycling
5
6
TIMEFORM VIEW Has quickly struck up a good partnership with Gearoid Harney, making it 2 wins from his last 3 starts at Wincanton (24.7f, soft) in October. Could only produce a modest display when third at Chepstow since but probably remains in form. TFRHHHHI BHA107
LEPASHE (IRE) (28) 3420-P5 D
Bl g Ocovango - River Mill (IRE) Mr G. Ashton Br Mr R. V. Hennelly
11-6
Craig Nichol Sam Allwood, Whitchurch Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner. Modest both starts over fences but did show a fair level of form over hurdles last season, so no forlorn hope returned to this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA107
6
STRATTON OAKMONT (IRE) (17) 1P12-31 D
B g Ask - Foxwood Girl (IRE) Kayley Woollacott Racing Club Br Mrs Margaret McGauran
7
11-4
Ben Godfrey (3) Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark in 3-runner handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, heavy) 9 days ago, that despite his jumping not looking the most polished. 3lb rise shouldn’t prevent another bold bid. TFRHHHHI BHA105
7
URBAN SOLDIER (IRE) (311) 0/250-
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - She’s No Pet (IRE) Middleham Park Racing CXI Br Michael Whitty
6
11-2
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best for Paul Nicholls, finished down the field in a Taunton novice when last seen in February. Has since moved to Harry Derham and undergone a breathing operation ahead of of this switch to handicaps. Market useful. TFRHHHII BHA103
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FOURTH RACE 1.05 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 115YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE AT THE RACES APP MARKET MOVERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Total prize fund £9200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1857, 3rd £929, 4th £465, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): B Pauling (12 wins from 91 runners, 13%) runs SPORTING MIKE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs RITSON LONGEST TRAVELLER: KAP AUTEUIL trained by T Lawes, Beare Green, 201 miles. RACE SUMMARY
SAGEBURG COUNTY proved a class apart when making it 2 from 3 over fences at Southwell and remains one to keep on the right side of. Imac Wood has seemingly been rejuvenated by the return to chasing and rates the main threat ahead of Family Business. 1-2-3: 1.SAGEBURG COUNTY (IRE) 2.IMAC WOOD (FR) 3.FAMILY BUSINESS (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
ONE FINE MAN (IRE) (34) 4/2113-0
8
12-1
Br g Jeremy (USA) - American Jennie (IRE) Mr John Thomas Hanbury Br Louis Murray & Colm Moran
Richie McLernon Declan Carroll, Malton Janusian Ltd
2
6 11-13
TIMEFORM VIEWThrived for switch to chasing following a lengthy absence, landing back-to-back 2m handicaps at Carlisle/Ayr in February, jumping soundly and battling well. Low-key start for this yard at Aintree on return but should come on for that. TFRHHIII BHA121
SAGEBURG COUNTY (IRE) (17) 423-1P1 D
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Sounds Charming (IRE) Alan & Andrew Turner Br Jim & John Lawler
James Bowen Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWWon on sole outing in Irish points and stepped up on hurdling form when making a successful start to his chasing career at Market Rasen in May. Well held on return but quickly resumed progress/winning ways at Southwell 17 days ago, cruising clear. Big shout. TFRHHHHH BHA119
3
PRAIRIE WOLF (IRE) (22) 220-233 C
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Applause For Amy (IRE) Mr G. R. Orchard & Mrs J. M. Gray Br P. Condon
6 11-11
Callum Bewley Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely progressive in handicap hurdles last term and positive start over fences in terms of form when third at Market Rasen 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA117
4
SLANELOUGH (IRE) (41) 1P5-550 C
B g Westerner - Tango Lady (IRE) Miss J. Matterson & Mrs D. Davidson Br M. C. McDaniel-Stone
11 11-11
Craig Nichol Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Hazelrigg Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 2m4f handicap chase at Newcastle in November last year but not at that level since, eighth of 10 in handicap chase at Ayr (20.5f, good) 41 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA117
5
SPORTING MIKE (IRE) (39) 40432-6 BF
6 11-10
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Kates The Boss (IRE) Mrs Rachel Brodie & Mr John Brodie Br Declan Phelan
Kielan Woods Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
6
6 11-10
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who achieved a fairly useful level of form over hurdles last season. Modest when sent chasing after 7 months off at Hereford last month, however. TFRHHHII BHA116
MACLAINE (GB) (20) 3/1532-4
Ch g Masked Marvel - Aisance (FR) Burkes & Syders Br Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh
Harry Bannister Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
TIMEFORM VIEWMade most of a good opportunity to get off the mark in a Fontwell novice over a year ago and good placed efforts twice in the spring. Low-key start for this yard at Huntingdon on chase bow/return but entitled to come on for that. TFRHHHII BHA116
7
KAP AUTEUIL (FR) (26) P2PP-05
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Turboka (FR) Andrew & Sarah Wates Br Mme Henri Devin
8
11-9
Tom Bellamy Toby Lawes, Beare Green Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser at best but was unable to deliver in the spring. Finished fifth of 6 in first-time cheekpieces at Fontwell last month. TFRHHHII BHA115
16
8
FAMILY BUSINESS (FR) (20) 0136-03
B g Kitkou (FR) - Santa Senam (FR) The Boom Syndicate Br Mr C. Antoine Robinot & Mr P Marie Robin
6
11-8
Jack Hogan (3) Richard Hobson, Little Rissington LAP Electrical Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 2m handicap chase at Newbury in February and had a wind op before posting a good third back there next time. Better for return when third at Huntingdon and not taken lightly eased another 3lb. TFRHHHII BHA114
9
ZESTFUL HOPE (FR) (20) 032-065
B g Zanzibari (USA) - Chamdespoir (FR) Ms G. E. Morgan Br Mr Jean-Pierre Cordonnier
6
11-7
Lilly Pinchin Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Merribelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who made a positive start in this sphere towards the end of last season. Yet to produce a standout display in 3 starts this term. TFRHHIII BHA113
10
GENTLE FRANK (GB) (28) 45315-4 C
Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Himitas (FR) Sue Howell Br R. W. Russell
7
11-6
Lee Edwards Henry Oliver, Kinnersley Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Course novice hurdle winner who was ridden with an eye on the future after 7 months off when fourth on chase bow here 4 weeks ago and may need this again. TFRHHHII BHA112
11
PEARLY ISLAND (GB) (22) 1315-5P
B g Trans Island - Shinrock Pearl (IRE) Mr S. C. McIntyre Br T. C. Dawson
7
11-6
Adam Wedge Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Weatherbys Hamilton LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over hurdles last season, latterly at Fontwell (19.2f) in March. Well held both starts sent chasing this season. TFRHHIII BHA112
12
IMAC WOOD (FR) (24) 5P-3121 D
B g Karaktar (IRE) - Carrieriste (FR) Knowle Racing Stables Limited Br S.C.E.A. Bertwood Stables & Haras de Sai
5
11-1
Chris Ward (3) Deborah Cole, Solihull Lewisham Developments Limited
13
RITSON (IRE) (286) 2/55100-
B g Jeremy (USA) - Ellen’s Choice (IRE) Mr P R Walker & Mr R Walker Br M. Berry
8 10-13
Jamie Hamilton Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEWFair hurdler who readily surpassed opening pair of chase exploits when running out a dominant winner at Newcastle on Boxing Day. Soundly beaten on both subsequent outings though, so has a bit to prove now returning from 9 months off. TFRHHIII BHA105
14
THE PADDY PIE (IRE) (41) 6-5UP4P
B g Beneficial - Salsita (FR) Mr John Wade Br Patrick McElroy
10 10-11
Nick Scholfield Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who hinted at a revival when fourth of 6 in handicap chase at Warwick TFRHHIII BHA103 (20f, good) in October. Pulled up at Wetherby 6 weeks ago. 2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 12. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Sageburg County (IRE), 9-2 Imac Wood (FR), 12-1 Prairie Wolf (IRE), 14-1 Family Business (FR), 16-1 Sporting Mike (IRE), Maclaine (GB), Gentle Frank (GB), 18-1 Kap Auteuil (FR), 25-1 One Fine Man (IRE), Slanelough (IRE), Pearly Island (GB), The Paddy Pie (IRE), 28-1 Zestful Hope (FR), Ritson (IRE)
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TIMEFORM VIEWDual chase winner in France early last year and seems to have turned a corner since a wind-op, building on placed effort over hurdles to win 9-runner handicap chase at Worcester. Good second at Bangor before resuming winning ways at Hereford. Remains of interest. TFRHHHHI BHA107
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FIFTH RACE 1.40 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 88YDS) FOR NOVICE THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE YATES DRYWALL LTD NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): N Henderson (22 wins from 82 runners, 27%) runs BOLD REACTION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs BOOMSLANG LONGEST TRAVELLER: TWO PAST EIGHT trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 176 miles. RACE SUMMARY
A few with chances but Kim Bailey’s MIKHAILOVICH arrives at the top of his game so is fancied to resume winning ways and fend off in-form handicap debutant Two Past Eight. Soldierofthestorm is another who can have a say along with Il Va de Soi. 1-2-3: 1.MIKHAILOVICH (IRE) 2.TWO PAST EIGHT 3.SOLDIEROFTHESTORM (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
BOLD REACTION (FR) (250) 21/3526-
6
12-0
Ch g Waldpark (GER) - Queen Dream (FR) Tracey Bell & Caroline Lyons Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie Biraben
James Bowen Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner but only sixth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Plumpton (20.5f, good) 8 months ago. More is needed if he’s to get off the mark in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA112
2
MIKHAILOVICH (IRE) (29) P03P-13 BF
6 11-11
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Putland’s Bridge (IRE) The Thrill Seekers Br Tim Hegarty
Kai Lenihan (7) Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark impressively at Huntingdon before posting a good third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Expected to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA109
3
BOOMSLANG (GB) (187) 036-23P BF
6 11-10
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Poisonous (FR) Miss Maria D. Myco Br Stephen Kemble Bloodstock & Mrs L Lawson
Jamie Hamilton Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and he was pulled up in handicap hurdle at Perth (23.9f, good) 6 months ago. TFRHHHII BHA108
4
SEA VILLAGE (IRE) (21) 6/0033-P
5
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Etoile Margot (FR) Mick Fitzgerald Racing Club Br Godfrey Moylan
11-9
Sam Twiston-Davies Oliver Signy, Lambourn Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form shown last term but off 8 months before being pulled up in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Ascot (24.4f, good) 21 days ago. Down in trip. TFRHHIII BHA107
5
IL VA DE SOI (FR) (13) 33/24-44
5
Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Vara des Champs (FR) The Merry Makers Br Mr Denis Fontaine et al
11-8
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury All Sport Insurance Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 20/1, excellent fourth of 12 in novice hurdle at Newbury (20.5f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Much respected on his handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHHII BHA106
6
SOLDIEROFTHESTORM (IRE) (23) 32-106
Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fiddlededee (IRE) Mr Tom Bond Br Mrs Ann Bond
5
11-8
Richie McLernon Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner who comes here on the back of a good sixth of 14 in novice hurdle at Warwick (16f, heavy) 23 days ago. Up in trip now going into handicaps with more to offer. Player. TFRHHHHI BHA106
7
JUMPING JUPITER (IRE) (284) 04/523-
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Mazaryne (FR) Mr Adam Tucker Br Mr Philip O’Connor
5
11-7
Charlie Todd Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield Reflex Courier Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who signed off last term with a creditable third of 13 in novice hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft). Since had a wind op and not discounted on his handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHHII BHA105
20
8
WHOLEOFTHEMOON (IRE) (73) 23-5
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Shared Experience Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw Br L.T.S. Ltd & Mrs James Wigan
4
11-5
Theo Gillard Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner but only a fair fifth in 2m4f Sedgefield maiden hurdle in October. More is required on his handicap hurdle debut in a first-time hood. TFRHHHII BHA103
9
SPOT ON SOPH (IRE) (65) 4-41322 D
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Gwenadu (FR) Mowbray Park Br Philip & Orla Hore
7
11-3
Jonathan England Sam England, Guiseley Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Market Rasen in August and posted a good second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, good to soft) 65 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA101
10
TWO PAST EIGHT (GB) (28) 1214
B g Sir Percy - Hazy Dancer The Barbury Lions 7 Br Minster Stud and Mrs H. Dalgety
3 10-12
Tom Bellamy Alan King, Barbury Castle Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner over hurdles who comes here on the back of a good third of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f) 28 days ago. In the mix on his handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHHHI BHA113
11
ERIC CARMEN (IRE) (560) 06P1/22-
B g Fame And Glory - Cooper’s Joy (IRE) The Ed-Chester Partnership Br Patrick Doyle
7
10-9
Lilly Pinchin Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless and off 18 months since a good second at Tramore on his final run for Eoin Doyle. Needs to hit the ground running. TFRHHIII BHA93
12
BRIAN’S JET (IRE) (65) PPP-234 BF
Gr g Jet Away - Carryonblue (IRE) Mr J McAvoy, Mr C Lowther & Partners Br Ms Cecily Purcell
5
10-8
Craig Nichol Brian Ellison, Malton Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, good to soft) 65 days ago. Can make his presence felt in his bid for a maiden success. TFRHHHII BHA92 2022: MEETING ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note: WHOLEOFTHEMOON: Following its run on 3/10/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
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Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Soldierofthestorm (IRE), 13-2 Mikhailovich (IRE), 7-1 Spot On Soph (IRE), 15-2 Wholeofthemoon (IRE), Two Past Eight (GB), 11-1 Bold Reaction (FR), Brian’s Jet (IRE), 16-1 Il Va de Soi (FR), Jumping Jupiter (IRE), 18-1 Eric Carmen (IRE), 25-1 Boomslang (GB), 33-1 Sea Village (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 2.15 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 214YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): P Nicholls (16 wins from 63 runners, 25%) runs TWINJETS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (11 wins from 37 runners, 30%) runs TWINJETS LONGEST TRAVELLER: REE OKKA trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 249 miles. RACE SUMMARY A really competitive novice handicap. TWINJETS was let down by novicey mistakes on chase debut but is a scopey sort and remains one who should do vastly better over fences, especially now having joined a powerful stable. Scrum Diddly gave an above-average prospect plenty to think about at Ascot last time and heads the list of dangers, with Brandy McQueen taken to complete the placings. 1-2-3: 1.TWINJETS (IRE) 2.SCRUM DIDDLY (IRE) 3.BRANDY MCQUEEN (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
1
GROZNI (FR) (109) 534331
7 11-10
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Urane de Ferbet (FR) Efex Racing Club Br Mr Ivan Dumont
st lb
Mr Alex Chadwick (7) James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over hurdles last winter for Charles Byrnes. Didn’t need to improve to get off the mark at Downpatrick (19.2f, good) 109 days ago and he’s respected on the back of an interesting stable switch. TFRHHHII BHA130
2
TWINJETS (IRE) (41) 12P1-03 D
6
11-8
B g Jet Away - Shenamar (IRE) Mr C. W. Rodgers Br Pat Morrissey
Bryony Frost Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Morson Group
3
7
TIMEFORM VIEWDual bumper winner who attained a useful level over hurdles, winning 3 times at up to 21f for Milton Harris. Let down by jumping when third at Ascot on his chase debut but appeals as the type to do better in this sphere and he’s worth chancing on the back of a stable switch. TFRHHHHH BHA128
REE OKKA (GB) (25) 0/2523-4 D
11-6
B g Getaway (GER) - Presenteea (IRE) Chasing Gold Racing Club Br Distillery Stud
Lorcan Murtagh Harry Fry, Corscombe Grosvenor Sport
4
6
TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner who landed 2 novice hurdles at up to 24.5f in 2021-22. Shaped up well without success over fences last season and should be sharper for his recent return at at Plumpton (19.8f, soft) 25 days ago, so can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA126
EGBERT (GB) (32) 34164-1
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Karla June James & Jean Potter Ltd Br Netherfield House Stud
11-5
Tom Bellamy Alan King, Barbury Castle Potter Group
TIMEFORM VIEWWas unable to go on from a maiden hurdle success at Ludlow last season but surpassed that form after sent chasing after a wind-op when winning handicap chase (8/1) at Kempton (20.5f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Found plenty there and he’s a player from 9lb higher mark. TFRHHHII BHA125
5
BRANDY MCQUEEN (IRE) (40) 1006-13 D
B g Yeats (IRE) - Down Ace (IRE) Townshend, Fyffe, Irving & Graham Br Mr P. Sullivan
6
11-3
Ryan Mania Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
TIMEFORM VIEWProgressive staying hurdler in 2022/23 (4 wins) who made a winning start over fences by a wide margin at Kelso in October. Not disgraced when third at Carlisle last time and he’s a player again. TFRHHHHI BHA123
6
ABUFFALOSOLDIER (IRE) (24) 306-052 D
Br g Mahler - Adderstonlee (IRE) Mahler & The Wailers Br Longrove Stud
6
11-1
James Bowen Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn ACP Worldwide Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWWon a 3m Newbury handicap hurdle last November but could not build on a good third at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day. Found improvement for the return to this kind of trip when runner-up in a 4-runner event at Hereford on his second chase start last time. Not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA121
7
SCRUM DIDDLY (IRE) (20) 2-11262 D
B g Malinas (GER) - Diamond Gesture (IRE) Winterfields Farm Ltd & M Burton Br M. Fahy
5
11-0
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury All Sport Insurance Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive over hurdles for Oliver Sherwood and built on his chase debut when going down narrowly to a smart prospect in a 3-runner handicap at Ascot (23.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHI BHA120
22
8
THE KNIPHAND (FR) (50) 11P15-2 CD
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - La Chichina (FR) Mr D. Owens Br Mr Emmanuel Le Roux
5
11-0
Sam Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Capital Reinforcing
TIMEFORM VIEWImproved model switched to handicaps/upped to 3m over hurdles last season, battling well when gaining a third success at Market Rasen (23f) in March. Showed plenty when when runner-up at Ludlow on chase debut and there should be more to come from him. TFRHHHII BHA120
9
STORMINHOME (IRE) (25) 3123-20 C D
B g Frammassone (IRE) - Storminoora (IRE) The Megsons Br Lorcan Allen
6
11-0
Kielan Woods Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who landed maiden hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good) in January and posted two good placed efforts after at Ffos Las and Bangor. Down the field at Exeter last time but it’s still early days. TFRHHHII BHA120 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 7. Stewards Note: STORMINHOME: Following its run on 20/11/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Egbert (GB), 5-1 Scrum Diddly (IRE), 7-1 Brandy McQueen (IRE), 17-2 Twinjets (IRE), Abuffalosoldier (IRE), 9-1 Grozni (FR), The Kniphand (FR), 12-1 Ree Okka (GB), 14-1 Storminhome (IRE)
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SEVENTH RACE 2.50 TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 128YDS) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE BET365 MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 1)(LISTED RACE) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £20000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £8716, 2nd £3578, 3rd £1790, 4th £894, 5th £448, 6th £224. (Penalty Value £11390) A
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): D Skelton (20 wins from 108 runners, 19%) runs LISTENTOYOURHEART TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 46 runners, 15%) runs LISTENTOYOURHEART LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAROONED trained by K Burke, Whitcombe, 221 miles. RACE SUMMARY
LISTENTOYOURHEART overcame greenness to score with plenty in hand at Sedgefield a couple of months ago and, with improvement on the cards, she gets the nod ahead of Magical Annie, who also made an impressive start in Ireland. Rula Bula is also considered in what could prove a strong race.
1-2-3: 1.LISTENTOYOURHEART (IRE) 2.MAGICAL ANNIE (IRE) 3.RULA BULA (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
AVAKATE (IRE) (158) 51
5
11-2
B m Affinisea (IRE) - Slani (IRE) Million in Mind Partnership Br Mrs Margaret Slattery
Daryl Jacob Alan King, Barbury Castle Goffs UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on debut when landing an 11-runner event at Roscommon 5 months ago. Has left Andy Slattery since and deserves respect upped in grade. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
FUTURE FORTUNE (IRE) (52) 1
Br f Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Magic Money Dejeuner De Dames Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
4
11-2
James Bowen Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning chaser but showed enough know-how to make a successful bumper debut at Hereford 47 days ago. More to come, so not out of her place in this company. TFRHHHII BHA-
3
IRISH CHORUS (GB) (52) 3-0
Bl f Jack Hobbs - Mayfair Music (IRE) Mrs E. Roberts Br Mrs E. Roberts
4
11-2
Paul O’Brien Alan King, Barbury Castle Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Could only manage modest efforts in two starts to date. Finished seventh of 10 at Hereford in October. TFRHIIII BHA-
4
LISTENTOYOURHEART (IRE) (65) 1 D
Br f Getaway (GER) - Illwalktheline (IRE) S T Racing - The Founders’ Syndicate Br Yellowford Bloodstock
4
11-2
Charlie Todd Dan Skelton, Alcester Stanley’s
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a dual bumper winner and looked above average when scoring easily at Sedgefield a couple of months ago. That looks the best form on offer, so she’s worth a chance to take this better contest. TFRHHHHH BHA-
5
LOOKING AS YOU ARE (GB) (46) 2-22
B f Passing Glance - Maybell Gumbrills Racing Partnership Br A Hales, Mr & Mrs J Fry, Mr D Fitzgerald
4
11-2
Harry Bannister Alex Hales, Edgecote Premier Plastering (UK) Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on each of her three starts in bumpers, again looking in need of further at Huntingdon on latest. TFRHHIII BHA-
6
MAGICAL ANNIE (IRE) (47) 1
4
11-2
Gr f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mwangaza (FR) The Megsons Br Mrs Orla Hughes
Kielan Woods Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
7
4
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to a bumper winner and off the mark at the first attempt in 16-runner event at Galways 42 days ago. Has left Barry Fitzgerald since and looks open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA-
MAROONED (GB) (34) 3
B f Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Solitairy Girl Dr G. W. Guy Br Guy Bloodstock Ltd
11-2
Adam Wedge Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Soul Icon and showed somthing to work on when third at Wincanton first time out. Should improve for that experience. TFRHHHII BHA-
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8
OF COURSE YOU CAN (GB) (24) 26-3
B m Yeats (IRE) - Free Thinking Hot to Trot Racing & Robert Waley-Cohen Br Upton Viva Stud
5
11-2
Sam Twiston-Davies Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Searls Land
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on two of her three starts to date but faces a tough task at this level. TFRHHIII BHA-
9
ONE COLOUR (IRE) (131) 0-11 D
4
11-2
Ch f Teofilo (IRE) - Bluefire Mr Rae Guest Br Godolphin
Ryan Mania Rae Guest, Newmarket
10
4
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when landing Southwell and followed up with something to spare at Market Rasen 4 months ago. Has potential for better still but this looks tougher. TFRHHHII BHA-
RIALANNAH (IRE) (-)
Ch f Mount Nelson - Brixen (IRE) Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Br Mr Tom Ford
11-2
Nick Scholfield Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Mount Nelson filly. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Terresita and bumper winner Taras Halls. Dam (c105/h98) 2m-2 1/2m hurdle/chase winner. TFRHHIII BHA-
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RULA BULA (IRE) (23) 61
4
B f Mount Nelson - Kopitar (IRE) Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Br Peter Greaney
11-2
Richie McLernon Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family and built on debut when off the mark at Warwick 23 days ago, well on top at the finish. Could do better still. TFRHHHHI BHA-
12
SANS CHOIX (IRE) (46) 0-6
5
Ch m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Barrack’s Choice (IRE) Stephen Lower Insurance Services Ltd Br William Neville
11-2
Bryony Frost Neil King, Burderop
TIMEFORM VIEW Has only hinted at ability in two starts to date. Finished sixth of 7 at Huntingdon in October. TFRHIIII BHA-
13
SOLID SILVER (GB) (18) 52
5
B m Kendargent (FR) - L’Addition Mr W. Prosser Br Hunscote Stud
11-2
James Davies Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to justify market support when fifth of 14 in a Lingfield AW debut but more encouragement when second (clear of rest) at Ludlow 18 days ago. Can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA-
14
WOOLBERRY (GB) (46) 53
4
Ch f Jack Hobbs - Woolstone One Mr Paul G. Jacobs Br Mr Paul Jacobs
11-2
Tom Bellamy Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner and bettered debut when third at Huntingdon 46 days ago. TFRHHIII BHABetter gallop could bring more out of her. 2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12.
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
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Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Listentoyourheart (IRE), 4-1 Magical Annie (IRE), 8-1 Avakate (IRE), 9-1 Rula Bula (IRE), 11-1 Solid Silver (GB), 12-1 One Colour (IRE), 16-1 Future Fortune (IRE), 20-1 Marooned (GB), 28-1 Looking As You Are (GB), 40-1 Of Course You Can (GB), Rialannah (IRE), 50-1 Woolberry (GB), 66-1 Irish Chorus (GB), 150-1 Sans Choix (IRE)
EIGHTH RACE 3.22 ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 214YDS) FOR TEN YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Total prize fund £9200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1857, 3rd £929, 4th £465, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52) A
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (18-23): A King (14 wins from 109 runners, 13%) runs FIDUX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A King (2 wins from 21 runners, 10%) runs FIDUX LONGEST TRAVELLER: TANGO BOY trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 204 miles. RACE SUMMARY
A chance is taken that FIDUX will prove too well handicapped after a break, carrying 19lb less here (including rider’s claim) than when runner-up in a similar contest at the track in February. Whatsdastory made a sound return to action at Hereford last time and is also respected, with Light Flicker well worth another chance to build on encouraging show at Cheltenham.
1-2-3: 1.FIDUX (FR) 2.WHATSDASTORY (IRE) 3.LIGHT FLICKER (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
1
FIDUX (FR) (101) 22-2453
10 12-2
B g Fine Grain (JPN) - Folle Tempete (FR) Axom LXVIII Br P. Barbe, W. Barbe, E. Barbe & H. Barbe
st lb
Oscar Palmer (10) Alan King, Barbury Castle Axom Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2021 but still showed useful form when runner-up here in January. Modest when last seen in the TFRHHHHH BHA122 form but mark has slipped a long way and he’d be foolish to discount on return from a break.
2
INFORMATEUR (FR) (41) 5PP32/-4
B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Isarella (GER) Mrs J M Gray & Mr G R Orchard Br Mr Alain Burgaud
10 12-1
Tom Midgley Sue Smith, Bingley Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful handicap chaser at best and showed he retains some ability when fourth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) 41 days ago on return from a 20-month absence. This will reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA121
3
INNISFREE LAD (IRE) (31) 35P-005 BF
11 11-6
B g Yeats (IRE) - Tasmani (FR) Lorna Hardwick & Bob Allum Br John Fallon
Fergus Gillard David Dennis, Banbury DD Racing Ltd
4
10 11-4
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a veterans event at Hereford in February but 3 runs after summer break have been modest. Now 10lb below last winning mark and has visor reapplied alongside first-time tongue tie, so possible he could bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA112
THE FERRY MASTER (IRE) (50) 0P-61PP D
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Dinghy (IRE) The Potassium Partnership Br Virginia Lady Petersham
Lewis Dobb (3) Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw Sandy Thomson
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally took advantage of a plummeting mark under an inspired ride at Kelso (21.6f) in May but pulled up both starts since 5 months apart. TFRHHHII BHA110
5
LIGHT FLICKER (IRE) (36) 0226-06 D
B g Royal Anthem (USA) - Five Cents More (IRE) Mr S Steel & Ms V Peets Br G. & J. Haverty
11 11-4
Finn Lambert Ryan Potter, Sellack
TIMEFORM VIEWEncouraging effort when seventh of 19 in a Cheltenham handicap on his reappearance. Probably found race coming too soon at Sedgefield next time and could bounce back after more of a break. TFRHHHHI BHA110
6
WHATSDASTORY (IRE) (39) 4222-53 D
10 11-3
B m Beneficial - Supreme Contender (IRE) Cillin Leonard Plan B Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich Br Mary Walsh Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 3 times in small-field contests in the spring and wasn’t disgraced on return when third of 8 in handicap chase at Hereford (25.2f, good, 11/1) 39 days ago. Player. TFRHHHHI BHA109
7
TANGO BOY (IRE) (165) 2/101-3F D
Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Hello Kitty (IRE) Tony Bloom Br Mr W. T. Murphy
10 11-2
Jack Hogan Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner (second success in match) but poor efforts at Southwell last 2 starts in the summer. On a tempting mark if ready to go. TFRHHHII BHA108
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2022: ROCKY’S TREASURE (IRE) 11 11 4 Kai Lenihan 7-2 (Kim Bailey) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Fidux (FR), 4-1 Innisfree Lad (IRE), 5-1 Whatsdastory (IRE), 11-2 Tango Boy (IRE), 8-1 Light Flicker (IRE), 11-1 Informateur (FR), 14-1 The Ferry Master (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 11.25 - THE POLYPIPE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 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 5th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Sea Pigeon Series qualifier. 25 entries at £40. Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 11.55 - THE AT THE RACES APP FORM STUDY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2759, the third £1379 and the fourth £690. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, December 9th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Weights: 11st each 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. 49 entries at £55. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4590; Second £2296; Third £1147; Fourth £574. (Penalty Value £5990.60) 10 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 12.30 - THE HOWARTH TIMBER & BUILDING SUPPLIES NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 12 entries, 1 at £8 and 11 at £40. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 2lb. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 1.05 - THE AT THE RACES APP MARKET MOVERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4858 to the winning horse The second to receive £2235, the third £1117, the fourth £559 and the fifth £278. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 7th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifier. 30 entries at £46. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1857; Third £929; Fourth £465; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 1.40 - THE YATES DRYWALL LTD NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 27 entries at £40. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 2.15 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. (20 lb weight range) 21 entries at £60. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 2.50 - THE BET365 MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 1)(Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11390 to the winning horse The second to receive £4274, the third £2140, the fourth £1066, the fifth £536 and the sixth £268. for four and five yrs old fillies and mares 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 and which have run in a maximum of three previous races. Enter by noon, December 12th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a Class 1 race 4lb. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race. PLEASE NOTE: Horses are permitted to have more than three runs in NHF races if the fourth run is in a Pattern or Listed race, and the fifth is in a Pattern race during the same season as the fourth run, in accordance with part 15A of the Running Requirements Code. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - Part 21 of the Race Administration Code. 17 entries at £100. - Closed December 12th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8716; Second £3578; Third £1790; Fourth £894; Fifth £448; Sixth £224. (Penalty Value £11390) A SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 3.22 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4858 to the winning horse The second to receive £2235, the third £1117, the fourth £559 and the fifth £278. for ten yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 13th. Penalties, after December 2nd, 2023, 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 December 12th, 2023, 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. 13 entries at £46. - Closed December 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1857; Third £929; Fourth £465; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52) A SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
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