Ffos Las Racecard - Tuesday 31st January

Abandonment

In the event of racing being abandoned the following rules apply:

• Abandonment before completion of the 1st race –Badge valid for the next meeting or full refund

• Abandonment prior to completion of 3rd Race –50% refund

• Abandonment thereafter – no refund

• No refunds will be made on the day of racing

• All refunds should be claimed in writing within 14 days of the meeting

• Please enclose your badge/s as proof of admission and send them to: Racecourse Office, Ffos Las Racecourse, Trimsaran, SA17 4DE

Please PRINT your name clearly and send with the returned badges.

Admission Policy

• Entry to the racecourse is subject to the right of the racecourse executive to refuse to admit and/or to expel, without prior notice, any person whose behaviour is considered to be unruly or unacceptable or is a disqualified person

• Bringing alcohol into the enclosures other than that purchased at the racecourse is prohibited Barbecues are not permitted.

• No Dogs allowed (except Registered Assistance Dogs)

• Racegoers must at all times comply with any conditions, rules and regulations in operation, including the observance of no drinking areas for safety reasons.

• Lost and stolen badges will not be replaced.

Evacuation Procedures

If an incident occurs which is beyond our control, it is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency.

As part of our Safety management, we have employed professionally trained and experienced stewards and you will see them at various points throughout the racecourse. In the event of a situation, which requires partial or full evacuation of the stands or racecourse, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your immediate belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and calmly with the guidance of the stewards

The evacuation procedures have been carefully planned to lead you to a safe area Should it be necessary to evacuate the course itself, there will be two main options; firstly to return to your vehicles if safe to do so and leave via the main entrance

Secondly, should it not be safe to return to your vehicles, you will be requested to leave via emergency evacuation gates, onto the racecourse itself, where you will receive further instructions.

It may give you peace of mind if you pre plan and agree a meeting place, just in case you become separated from your party. The above is precautionary only and we trust that the procedures will never be required. However, in the event of an emergency, remember;

• Take your belongings with you.

• Under the directions of the stewards, proceed quickly and calmly to the safe area.

Glasses & Bottles

Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks or food on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure. Our catering team can transfer your drink into a plastic glass if you wish

Horse & Jockey Welfare

It is policy at this racecourse for screens to be erected in circumstances where we have any horse, or jockey in a condition whereby treatment is being administered and a degree of privacy is deemed appropriate The use of screens does not therefore automatically infer that a fatality has occurred

To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy please visit our website: www.ffoslasracecourse.com

Photography

Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication without the permission of the racecourse executive Flash photography is essentially dangerous where horses are involved You are asked not to use flash photography anywhere in the parade ring area and particularly near the Winners Enclosure.

Radios & Mobile Phones

The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc. for any purpose at the racecourse Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes. Further details are available from the racecourse office

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. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.

THANK YOU OUR RACEDAY SPONSORS

The Family & Friends Of Allan John

Turf Series

TUESDAY 31 JANUARY (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

GUY UPTON (Chief Steward) JOANNE HAWKINS (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

THOMAS EVETTS, KELLY O’BOYLE, LAUREN THOMSON

STARTERS

WILLIAM JORDAN

WAYNE HUTCHINSON

JUDGE

GUY LEWIS

CLERK OF THE SCALES

CHRIS HILL

VETERINARY OFFICER

BETHAN COOK

VETERINARY SURGEONS

COTTS EQUINE GROUP

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr PHILIP PRITCHARD (SRMO)

Dr OWEN HASWELL

Dr NUALA DUNNE

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

MARTIN KNIGHT

CHRISTOPHER MAIDEN

STEVE FOX

BETTING RING MANAGER

DARREN TILBURY

COMMENTATOR

MARTIN HARRIS

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PHIL BELL

GENERAL MANAGER/SAFEGUARDING LEAD

KEVIN HIRE

CLERK OF THE COURSE

DAI JONES

No of days since last ran

form guide previous performances

/=new season

-=new year

horse’s saddlecloth number

horse’s name

birthplace of horse if not Great Britain

Bold type shows all weather form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

colour graphic age weight st-lbs

BF=beaten favourite

1 THE NEW ONE (IRE) (175) 121534-D

9 11-10

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Thuringe (FR) Mr Z. Baker (5)

S Such & CG Paleta Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br R. Brown & Ballylinch Stud Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TFRHHHHI BHA160

TIMEFORMVIEW Popular tough and consistent hurdler who won again at Cheltenham and Haydock last season Prone to mistakes, but record fresh bodes very well, and could be capable of carrying big weight to success.

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder 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 nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

YN FALCH O

DIWRNOD RASIO

FIRST RACE 1.05

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2M 5F 192YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE CAZOO CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £8200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3312, 2nd £1656, 3rd £828, 4th £414, 5th £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (42 wins from 349 runners, 12%) runs WALKINTHEWOODS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (1 win from 13 runners, 8%) runs BASHFUL KATE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BERT WILSON trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 151 miles.

BERT WILSON was well served by the application of blinkers when breaking his duck at Plumpton (20.5f) 4 weeks ago and he could be worth siding with to follow up Roger Rarebit has looked a shade tricky but clearly has the ability to play a lead role and is feared. Handicap-debutante Bashful Kate and Walkinthewoods are others worth a second look

1-2-3: 1.BERT WILSON (IRE) 2.ROGER RAREBIT 3.BASHFUL KATE (IRE)

Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

colours no horse age st lb

1 KALPAGA (FR) (68) 645-0P

6 12-0

B m Kamsin (GER) - Via Carolina (FR) Charlie Price (3) ER Newnham and JD Shinton Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Erick Bec de La Motte & E.A.R.L. La Dari Tote, Dragonbet

TIMEFORMVIEW French import who didn’t offer much in 3 starts spread over 7 months for present stable last year Come down further in the weights ahead of this if a short break has perked her up TFRHHHII BHA94

2 WALKINTHEWOODS (IRE) (23) 54-1243

6 11-13

Isabel Williams (3) Vale Racing 1 Evan Williams, Llancarfan

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mercy Mission

Br Liam Norris Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWOff the mark at Chepstow (2m) in October and improved on that when runner-up at Hereford (19.6f) a month later. Below par next start but not disgraced when third at Chepstow 23 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA93

3 ROGER RAREBIT (GB) (41) 030-223 BF

6 11-13

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rebekah Rabbit (IRE) Cameron Iles (10)

Mr P. J. H. Wills

Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br P. J. H. Wills Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who has improved to finish placed in each of his last 3 in handicaps (at around 2 1/2m) of late, third in first-time cheekpieces at Hereford latest Visor now the headgear of choice TFRHHHHI BHA93

4 BERT WILSON (IRE) (29) 4PP-4U1

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Inishkea (USA)

Kapinhand

6 11-11

Tom Buckley

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Br Richard Frayne Junction 24 Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most consistent yet, equipped with a visor, broke his duck at Plumpton (20.5f) 4 weeks ago, joined approaching 2 out and going on again run-in Claims with a repeat TFRHHHHH BHA91

5 IPSOS PIERJI (FR) (41) P-006

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Playa Pierji (FR)

Bradley Partnership

Br Pierre Julienne & E.A.R.L Dorrells

5 11-8

David Prichard

Nicky Martin, Minehead

Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWDown the field in 3 novice hurdles before Christmas. Related to plenty of winners so no surprise were he to take a step forward in handicaps and the betting should prove a useful guide. TFRHHHII BHA88

6 BENSINI (GB) (40) 40600

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Grouch Onthe Couch (IRE)

B Jones & Son

Br Mr Wayne Jones

7 11-3

Toby Wynne

Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

TIMEFORMVIEW Minor promise at best so far, well held eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at this course (15.8f, heavy) 40 days ago. More needed TFRHHIII BHA83

7

DUNBAR (FR) (26) 550334 C

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Jiletta (FR)

Mr D Rees & Mr J E Rees

Br Mme Laurence Barreaud & Claude Barreaud

10 11-2

Jay Tidball (3)

David Rees, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner who has been proving consistent in that sphere, one paced late on having set a good gallop over 2m here 26 days ago. Usual hood goes back on TFRHHHII BHA82

KEY

BEANNAIGH DO (IRE) (23) 450P6

6 11-1

B g Camelot - Thunder In Myheart (IRE) Finn Lambert

Oaktree Racing Club Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br Highfield Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame sole start in Irish points but well held in bumper/trio of maiden hurdles under Rules. Best to look elsewhere now attentions switch to handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA81

9

ARCTIC FOOTPRINT (GB) (30) 2445/-0P

9 11-0

Br m Blueprint (IRE) - Arctic Flow Joe Anderson (3)

Mrs C. J. Dunn Chris Down, Cullompton

Br Mrs H. R. Dunn Super Mare Scaffolding, Woodwarm Stoves

TIMEFORMVIEW On a good mark judged on peak form a couple of seasons back but she hasn’t shown much in a couple of runs since returning from a sizeable absence in December TFRHHHII BHA80

10

JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (27) 024-050

6 10-10

B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE) Conor Ring

Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br Gretton & J. Hynes Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous form well behind when going close over 19f at Taunton last March Followed that with a respectable effort at this venue but below par on returning to action Cheekpieces now on TFRHHHII BHA76

11 BASHFUL KATE (IRE) (68) 000

6 10-8

B m El Salvador (IRE) - Hester Lady (IRE) Philip Armson (3)

Milldean Racing Syndicate David Pipe, Wellington

Br Shay Slevin W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWBeaten a long way in 3 qualifying runs in November Given a break ahead of this handicap debut with a tongue tie added One to keep a close eye on in the betting TFRHHHII BHA74

12 ROSE KAR (FR) (268) 50050-P

7 10-7

B g Spider Flight (FR) - Rose Wells (FR) Liam Harrison

Mr D. A. Smerdon Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn

Br Patrick Boiteau

TIMEFORMVIEW No impact over hurdles for Christian Williams last season and it’s hard to envisage this 7-y-o playing a leading role back from 8 months off here for new yard TFRHHIII BHA73

13 OCTAVIUS SABINI (IRE) (54) 50P0

6 10-6

B g Yeats (IRE) - Feathard Lady (IRE) Ben Ffrench Davis (3) Mr P. Ponting Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge Br Chesters Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Little in the way of promise so far, albeit a shuddering mistake putting paid to his chance on handicap debut at Taunton (very easy to back) in December TFRHHIII BHA72

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Visor worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 13. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Stewards Note:

IPSOS PIERJI: Following its run on 21/12/2022 it was reported that the horse had a breathing problem.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Roger Rarebit (GB), 9-2 Bert Wilson (IRE), 15-2 Walkinthewoods (IRE), 8-1 Dunbar (FR), Bashful Kate (IRE), 14-1 Ipsos Pierji (FR), 16-1 Justshortofabubble (GB), 18-1 Arctic Footprint (GB), 22-1 Kalpaga (FR), Beannaigh Do (IRE), 25-1 Bensini (GB), 50-1 Rose Kar (FR), Octavius Sabini (IRE)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 5 minutes after that announcement

CHECK YOUR BETTING SLIPS

Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”.

Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket.

All tickets will remain valid for one month.

SECOND RACE 1.40

ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD

THE WEST WALES PROPERTIES

JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS

4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £9000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Honeyball (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs JUGGERNAUT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs SOLOMOON LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUGGERNAUT trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 154 miles.

CHANDLERS BAY was in the process of running a promising first race atWetherby until falling at the last and Alan King’s juvenile can gain compensation at the chief expense of Doncasterscorer Solomon. Ludlow-winner Georgi Girl appeals as the pick of the rest for minor honours.

1-2-3: 1.CHANDLERS BAY (IRE) 2.SOLOMOON 3.GEORGI GIRL (IRE)

colours no horse st lb

1 SOLOMOON (GB) (67) 51 11-7

Br g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Solojorie (FR) Bridget Andrews

Yorton Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Yorton Farm Stud Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, won 10-runner juvenile hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f, good) 67 days ago. Likely to improve further. Well in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 ARCHIE MACDART (GB) (32) 4 11-0

B g Dartmouth - Tara Mactwo

James Best

Mr Mark Timothy Davies Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge

Br Mr Tim Davies

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 14 in juvenile hurdle (125/1) at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft) on NH debut

32 days ago. More is needed

3 CALL ME ARTHUR (IRE) (-)

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Uliana (USA)

Mr C. B. Compton

TFRHHIII BHA-

11-0

Stan Sheppard

Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br Mr Paul McGrath Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW €30,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Closely related to 3 winners, including modest chaser Expanding Universe,. Dam 1 1/4m winner on Flat Worth a market check.

4 CHANDLERS BAY (IRE) (95) F BF

B g Vadamos (FR) - Society Gal (IRE)

Mrs J. P. E. Cunningham

TFRHHHII BHA-

11-0

Tom Cannon

Alan King, Barbury Castle

Br Gigginstown House Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW 5/4, running a promising race (in second) when fell last in juvenile hurdle at Wetherby (16f, good) on NH debut 95 days ago. Player with more to come

5 GEORGI GIRL (IRE) (42) 1 D

Ch f Getaway (GER) - Gales Hill (IRE)

Michael Rembaum & Michael Tuckey

Br The Red Marble Syndicate

TFRHHHHH BHA-

11-0

Tom O’Brien

Philip Hobbs, Minehead

Equine Bio Genie Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW 17/2, readily won 9-runner juvenile hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) on NH debut 42 days ago. Not taken lightly

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 JUGGERNAUT (FR) (61) 4 11-0

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Sacoleva (FR)

Martyn Chapman & Ms Gill Langford

Rex Dingle

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br S.C. Couetil Elevage geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORMVIEW 4/1, fourth of 12 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, good to soft) on NH debut 61 days ago. Much respected on his hurdles debut

TFRHHHII BHA-

7 OUR FOLLET (GB) (67) F3 11-0

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Folie Lointaine (FR)

Rubicon Racing 1

Br R. K. Aston & S. Hadley

Nick Scholfield

Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

R H Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Twice-raced maiden, better effort when 22 1/2 lengths third of 10 to Solomoon in juvenile hurdle at Doncaster 67 days ago. Hooded for 1st time Needs another step forward.

TFRHHHII BHA-

Hood worn first time by No. 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Georgi Girl (IRE), 11-4 Solomoon (GB), 7-2 Chandlers Bay (IRE), 17-2 Juggernaut (FR), 16-1 Our Follet (GB), 25-1 Call Me Arthur (IRE), 50-1 Archie Macdart (GB)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

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HORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE

It is policy at this racecourse for screens to be erected in circumstances where we have any horse, or jockey in a condition whereby treatment is being administered and a degree of privacy is deemed appropriate The use of screens does not therefore automatically infer that a fatality has occurred

To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy please visit www.ffoslasracecourse.com

HAVE A RACE IN YOUR VERY OWN NAME!!!

Did you know you could celebrate a special occasion with a race named after a friend or relative – for example

‘The John and Joan 40th Wedding Anniversary Maiden Stakes’ or ‘The John Smith 30th Birthday Handicap Stakes’.

It’s a great way to enjoy a day out with brilliant memories and you can combine it with hospitality in a private suite or a meal in the restaurant. You can come down to the Parade Ring and choose the ‘Best Turned Out’ horse and also present a prize to the winning owner before enjoying a post-race glass of bubbly. The package also includes photographs of your day and a mention in the racecard and on the big screen.

For more details, please email General Manager Kevin Hire –khire@arenaracingcompany.co.uk

THIRD RACE 2.15

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 1F 60YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE MUMBLES BREWERY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £10600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4281, 2nd £2140, 3rd £1071, 4th £535, 5th £267. (Penalty Value £5597.86)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (42 wins from 349 runners, 12%) runs TO BE SURE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs BOLINTLEA

WEIGHTWATCHER: TALKTOMENOW won off a handicap mark of 115, his rating is now down 8lb to 107.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: TALKTOMENOW trained by Mrs S Gardner, Longdown, 170 miles.

FLOWING CADENZA is thriving under the expert tutelage of Venetia Williams and an 8lb rise for her impressive Hereford success doesn’t look enough to prevent her from following up Bolintlea is next on the list on the back of her easy Fakenham victory, although in-form duo Advantura and Melk Abbey can have a say too.

3

B

(GB) (30) 32P2/-P0

B

(GER) - Sweet Stormy (IRE)

(IRE) (30) 22-3321

B m Le Fou (IRE) - Lady Boulea (IRE)

Hammond Foxtrot Racing Bolintlea

F. Barrett

taken well to fences and easily landed 7-runner

to soft) 30 days ago. Enters calculations despite a 6lb rise in the weights.

4 TO BE SURE (GB) (70) 2414-3P C D

8 12-0

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Egretta Island (IRE) Adam Wedge

T Hywel Jones Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Mrs Tessa Greatrex & Mr D. Futter

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner last season but arrives with something to prove having put in a couple of below-par efforts in this sphere this term

5 WIND TOR (GB) (27) 2115-30

HHIII BHA105

11 11-1

B m Midnight Legend - Flowing On Miss Chloe Emsley (7)

The Group of Otters Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary

Br S. W. Maundrell Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Back-to-back handicap chase winner over 3m at Exeter in March but well held 3 starts since, including on recent return Others appeal more TFRHHIII BHA92

6 ADVANTURA (IRE) (32) 45P2-F2 BF

B g Watar (IRE) - Keys Hope (IRE)

6 10-10

Tom O’Brien

Mr Tony Staple Philip Hobbs, Minehead

Br Michael Martin Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on hurdling efforts when excellent second of 12 in handicap chase at Taunton (26.3f, good to soft) 32 days ago, travelling strongly Firmly in the picture despite taking a 8lb hike in the weights TFRHHHII BHA87

7 TWILIGHT GLORY (GB) (67) 2446-65

B g Fame And Glory - Twilight Eclipse (IRE)

7 10-6

Alan Johns

Tynewydd Investments Limited Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Distillery Stud Dragonbet, Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler. Only fifth of 7 in handicap chase here (20.9f, soft) 67 days ago, going in snatches. Up in trip Tongue strap/cheekpieces are reached for now. TFRHHIII BHA83

8

SURDOUE DE BALLON (FR) (27) 304-346

10 10-5

Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Nile Breeze (FR) Ben Godfrey (3)

4Racing Owners Club

Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne

Br Mr R. Gasche-Luc The Firehouse Somerset

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser in France, though it’s now 27 runs since his sole win in 2019 Much more is required. TFRHHIII BHA82

9 BELLAMY’S GREY (GB) (21) 31P4-53

11 10-4

Gr g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Lambrini Queen Micheal Nolan Riverdance Consortium 2

Carroll Gray, Bridgwater

Br Halewood International Ltd Sparks Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted creditable third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) 21 days ago but others remain more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA81

10

MELK ABBEY (IRE) (41) 1000-U2 BF

7 10-2

B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Carrig’n May (IRE) Rex Dingle

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Melk Abby Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br Mrs M. Turner Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

TIMEFORMVIEWLittle impact over hurdles but this point winner posted a good second of 10 in handicap chase at Lingfield (22f, heavy) 41 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time Considered. TFRHHHII BHA78

11 DYSANIA (IRE) (8) 0P0/0-P3

8 10-2

B g Califet (FR) - She’s Supersonic (IRE) Ben Jones

Ms G. E. Morgan Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br E. Campell & D. Flood Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden hurdler/chaser but he posted his best run in first-time cheekpieces when third of 10 in handicap chase here (23.8f, soft) 8 days ago. 10lb out of the handicap though TFRHHHII BHA69

2022: POWERFUL POSITION (IRE) 6 10 0 Jack Tudor 10-3 (Christian Williams) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7, 10.

Blinkers worn by No. 6, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note:

TO BE SURE: Following its run on 22/11/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Flowing Cadenza (GB), 13-2 Bolintlea (IRE), Advantura (IRE), 8-1 Melk Abbey (IRE), 18-1 Bellamy’s Grey (GB), 20-1 To Be Sure (GB), 22-1 Twilight Glory (GB), 25-1 Surdoue De Ballon (FR), 33-1 Dysania (IRE), 80-1 Talktomenow (GB), Wind Tor (GB)

DISABLED VISITORS

Parking is available by the turnstiles for blue badge holders A disabled viewing area is situated at the front of the grandstand and at the Parade Ring Accessible toilets are available at Ffos Las.

THE ALLAN JOHN (AJ)

MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE

Today we remember and celebrate AJ’s life and his love of Ffos Las and racing.

AJ’s Racing Tip: Paid Newid Dy Feddwl (Never Change Your Mind)

FOURTH RACE 2.50

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE ALLAN JOHN (AJ) MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund £20000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Twiston-Davies (14 wins from 84 runners, 17%) runs BALLYELLIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs MOUNT TEMPEST LONGEST TRAVELLER: BREFFNIBOY trained by C Harris, Umberleigh, 183 miles.

An intriguing handicap with the vote in favour of French recruit ZERTAKT Boasting a progressive profile in France new connections went to €195,000 to acquire him last year and it’s feasible to think he can rate higher still now starting out for Venetia Williams. Mr Muldoon, who got firmly back on track at Chepstow, Mount Tempest and Oscar Thyne head up the dangers Midnight Ginger also demands a second look

1-2-3: 1.ZERTAKT (FR) 2.MR MULDOON (IRE) 3.MOUNT TEMPEST (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 ZERTAKT (FR) (227) 611-351

5 12-2

B g Walzertakt (GER) - Qualivie (FR) Charlie Deutsch

Michael Davies and Peter Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Pierre de Maleissye Melun Faucets Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage sort who landed 3 of his 6 starts in France, the latest a handicap at Auteuil (17.9f) in June. Acquired for €195,000 a month later and he’s well worth a second look. TFRHHHHH BHA127

2 BREFFNIBOY (FR) (385) 1242/0P-

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Dawn Cat (USA)

9 12-0

Paul O’Brien

Mr F. A. Clegg Claire Harris, Umberleigh

Br S.C.E.A. Haras de Manneville Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved when winning 5 times in 2020/21 but not at best in 2 outings for Philip Hobbs last term and returns from a year off for another new stable Watching brief is advised TFRHHIII BHA125

3 CHARLES RITZ (GB) (374) 2/15- D

7 12-0

B g Milan - Miss Ballantyne Jonathan Burke

Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Tom George, Slad

Br Trull House Stud Ltd H & C Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a good staying prospect when scoring on debut in a Southwell novice (20.4f) in 2021. Similar form when fifth under a penalty at Ascot 12 months ago and betting may prove useful TFRHHHII BHA125

4 TOP TARGET (IRE) (24) 51-212 BF

5 11-12

B g Westerner - New Targets (IRE) David Bass

Mr J. Perriss Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Joseph Smiddy Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who confirmed bumper debut promise when landing a Wetherby novice (21.2f) on hurdles debut in December. Good second under a penalty at Wincanton (21.3f) since TFRHHHII BHA123

5 OSCAR THYNE (IRE) (81) 01/056-3 D

8 11-12

B g Oscar (IRE) - Coolsilver (IRE) Paddy Brennan

Mr Patrick Sheanon Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Ms Colette O’Driscoll Bresbet

TIMEFORMVIEWWinning hurdler/chaser for Gavin Cromwell and shaped well on yard debut after 17 months off when good third of 18 in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (21f, good) in November One to be interested in TFRHHHII BHA123

6 MR MULDOON (IRE) (23) 50P6-P1

10 11-12

Ch g Rajj (IRE) - Miss Muldoon (IRE) Charlie Hammond

Foxtrot Racing Mr Muldoon Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Mrs B. Byrne Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORMVIEWDual scorer over fences in 2020/21 who capitalised on a much-reduced hurdles mark to score at Chepstow (19.5f) 23 days ago, scoring under hands-and-heels ride Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA123

7 KINGS KEEPER (IRE) (31) 3-41023

B g Getaway (GER) - Fingal’s Sister (IRE)

Morris Morgan Racing

8 11-11

Richard Patrick

Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Br J. Kinsella Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark in maiden hurdle at Wexford in June. Well held on chase debut at Limerick next time but good start for new yard with pair of placed efforts at Uttoxeter. TFRHHHII BHA122

(IRE) (22) 330/3-30

Br g Stowaway - Godlylady (IRE) Cameron Iles (10)

Mr T. Lacey Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br Ronnie O’Neill Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEWWon 4 handicap hurdles on the bounce in 2020. Very lightly raced since and she went backwards from November’s Kempton reappearance when eighth of 9 in a Tuanton handicap (19f) 3 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA122

9 MIDNIGHT GINGER (GB) (31) 231-231

7 11-10

Ch m Midnight Legend - Calamintha James Martin (7)

Mr A. V. John Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

Br Pitchall Stud Andy Martin Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who has continued the good work from last season, again displaying a likeable attitude when adding to her tally at Newbury (16.3f) on New Year’s Eve. This looks tougher. TFRHHHII BHA121

10 GRIS MAJEUR (FR) (73) 610-100

6 11-7

Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Partie Majeure (FR) Sean Houlihan

Mr Brian Davies Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br G.FA. Du Pont Rouge

TIMEFORMVIEW Ludlow novice hurdle winner in May but cut little ice in handicaps since and may need some help from the assessor TFRHHIII BHA118

11

MOUNT TEMPEST (IRE) (34) 4-615

6 11-4

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Tempest Missile (IRE) Bridget Andrews

Highclere T’Bred Racing - The Tempest Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br G. Merrigan

Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when making third start a winning one at Leicester last month and shaped quite well when fifth under a penalty back there 4 weeks later Likely has more to offer on this quick switch to handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA115

12 JAZZ KING (FR) (323) 2/22443-

7 11-4

Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Jaragua (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies

Walters Plant Hire Ltd Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Taillis & B. Wenger

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked a work-in-progress over hurdles last season and best not judged on final start in a Plumpton novice (20.5f) in March, bad mistake 2 out and no chance after. Low-mileage. Blinkers fitted. TFRHHHII BHA115

13

BALLYELLIS (IRE) (519) 626426-

B g Shantou (USA) - Chalice Wells

10 11-2

Mr James Turner (7)

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

Br Corrin Stud & Ned Maloney Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time winner over hurdles, the latest in 2021 Absent since finishing a well held sixth in Cartmel handicap later that year and others look to hold stronger claims. TFRHHHII BHA113

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 13.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note:

BREFFNIBOY: Following its run on 11/1/2022 it was reported that the horse finished lame.

TOP TARGET: Following its run on 7/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

BALLYELLIS: Following its run on 30/8/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Zertakt (FR), 13-2 Midnight Ginger (GB), 8-1 Top Target (IRE), Mr Muldoon (IRE), 9-1 Kings Keeper (IRE), Mount Tempest (IRE), 11-1 Oscar Thyne (IRE), 14-1 Charles Ritz (GB), 16-1 Jazz King (FR), Ballyellis (IRE), 22-1 Yes No Maybe So (IRE), 40-1 Gris Majeur (FR), 50-1 Breffniboy (FR)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

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FIFTH RACE 3.25

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 4F 199YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE TURF SERVICES LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £10600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4281, 2nd £2140, 3rd £1071, 4th £535, 5th £267. (Penalty Value £5597.86)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (42 wins from 349 runners, 12%) runs KYM EYRE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Honeyball (1 win from 7 runners, 14%) runs HATOS and LE COEUR NET WEIGHTWATCHER: LE COEUR NET won off a handicap mark of 119, his rating is now down 27lb to 92.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: LIGHTONTHEWING trained by Mrs S Gardner, Longdown, 170 miles.

LIGHTONTHEWING got off to the perfect start over fences when scoring at Exeter and is weighted to make it 2-2 with that form having been franked Henschke is feared most on the back of his good Hereford second ahead of chasing newcomer/point winner Kym Eyre.

1-2-3: 1.LIGHTONTHEWING (IRE) 2.HENSCHKE (IRE) 3.KYM EYRE (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 WILDFIRE WARRIOR (IRE) (304) 1/65044- D

8 12-1

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Lady of Fortune (IRE) Tom O’Brien Mrs Joanna Peppiatt Philip Hobbs, Minehead

Br R. McCarthy Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful winner at 21f over hurdles but he hasn’t really taken to chasing, making mistakes when fourth in handicap chase at Chepstow (23.6f) 10 months ago.

2 HATOS (FR) (36) 2314-53 BF

6 12-1

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Santalisa (FR) Rex Dingle Hats off to Hatos Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br Mr Patrick Boiteau & Mrs Myriam Pommeray geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 16f over hurdles but yet to match that form in two runs over fences, remote third of 6 in handicap chase at Fontwell (17.8f, soft) 36 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time TFRHHIII BHA106

3 IMMORTAL FAME (IRE) (31) 110-220 D

7 12-0

B g Fame And Glory - Calverleigh Court (IRE) Stan Sheppard Mr F. J. Allen Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 handicap hurdles last season and made a solid start over fences until only eighth at Uttoxeter last month. Merits consideration if bouncing back in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA105

4 HENSCHKE (IRE) (27) 2F3P-52

9 11-13

B g Mahler - Reserve The Right (IRE) James Bowen

Mrs T. Brown Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Desmond Devereux 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWYet to get his head in front but he shaped well on the back of a wind op when second of 13 in handicap chase at Hereford (20.9f, soft) on debut over fences 27 days ago. Can make presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA104

5 UNIVERSAL BROOK (GB) (335) 30/404P-

7 11-6

B m Universal (IRE) - Alfies Gift Ben Jones

Mrs G. Davies Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Mrs G. Davies Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW 28/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Wincanton (21.4f) 11 months ago. Makes handicap chase debut and needs to hit the ground running for her new stable TFRHHIII BHA97

6 KYM EYRE (IRE) (15) 4-30554

7 11-6

B m Mahler - Saddleoncemore (IRE) Adam Wedge

Mr R. E. R. Williams

Br Eric Callanan

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who has shown fair form without winning over hurdles, fourth of 6 in handicap at Hereford (19.7f, heavy) 15 days ago. Much respected on her chase debut TFRHHHII BHA97

7 HIGGS (IRE) (26) 32/52-64

10 11-5

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Captain Supreme (IRE) William Kennedy

Mr Andrew Gough

Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Br Mrs D. Cashman SJD Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual hurdles winner back in 2018 who proved expensive to follow for Dr Richard Newland

Sold for just £2,500 and yet to make much impact in 4 outings for this yard. TFRHHIII BHA96

8 LE COEUR NET (FR) (29) F224-45 C

Ch g Network (GER) - Silverwood (FR)

Wessex Racing Club

Br Mr Francois-Marie Cottin

11 11-1

Sam Twiston-Davies

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in November 2020 but has offered little encouragement in two runs this term at Plumpton. This course winner needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA92

9 LIGHTONTHEWING (IRE) (30) 5356-31 D

8 10-10

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Neat ‘n Nimble

Susan Gardner, Longdown

James Best Woodhayes racing club

Br Mrs Patricia Doran Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWJumped well when making a winning start to his chase career at Exeter on New Year’s Day. Runner-up has gone in since so he’s a player despite taking a 7lb rise with further progress on the cards. TFRHHHHH BHA87

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Stewards Note:

IMMORTAL FAME: Following its run on 31/12/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Lightonthewing (IRE), 11-2 Immortal Fame (IRE), 6-1 Henschke (IRE), 7-1 Hatos (FR), 9-1 Wildfire Warrior (IRE), 14-1 Le Coeur Net (FR), 18-1 Kym Eyre (IRE), 28-1 Higgs (IRE), 33-1 Universal Brook (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 4.00

ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES

THE LUCKY CHANCER MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £9000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Bowen (38 wins from 239 runners, 16%) runs NIKHI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs SHE’S A SAINT LONGEST TRAVELLER: STOPHERANDGO trained by C Harris, Umberleigh, 183 miles.

SHE’S A SAINT sets a good standard back down in grade so she has to be considered the one to beat. Poetic Music has a bit to find with the selection but may improve again, while Qoya and Nikhi are a couple of interesting hurdling newcomers.

1-2-3: 1.SHE’S A SAINT (IRE) 2.POETIC MUSIC 3.QOYA

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1 POETIC MUSIC (GB) (66) 1116-13 D

5 11-9

Ch m Poet’s Voice - Mofeyda (IRE) Paddy Brennan

Mr Ismail El Magdoub Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br H. & V. Pratt Bresbet

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful in bumpers last season and made perfect start over hurdles at Ludlow in November Showed better form in defeat when third (She’s A Saint second) in listed company at Newbury later that month. TFRHHHHI BHA118

2 SHE’S A SAINT (IRE) (32) 1-1222 D BF

6 11-9

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)

TIMEFORM VIEWWinner in Irish points and made a striking impression on her hurdling debut when a wide-margin scorer of a novice at Hexham (16.2f). Runner-up all 3 since, including in Taunton listed event last time. TFRHHHHH BHA124

3 LIBERTARIAN ROYALE (IRE) (41) 0-P0

5 11-2

B m Libertarian - Sheestown (IRE) Ben Poste

The Nigel Jones & Roy Ovel Syndicate

Tom Symonds, Hentland

Br Mr P. J. W. Byrne Simply Stunning Interiors

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in Cheltenham bumper/completed start over hurdles.

4 MANIMOLE (GB) (26) 362

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 11-2

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Mabel Mole Sam Twiston-Davies

The Jukes Family Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br R. N. Jukes Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shaped with clear promise on all 3 starts to date but it will be handicaps over further when she really comes into her own.

5 QUEENS FORTUNE (IRE) (36) 304

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Down By The Sea (IRE) Rex Dingle

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Queens For Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br Jerry Russell Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

TIMEFORMVIEWThere were positives to glean from her Rules debut effort in a listed bumper at Cheltenham where she travelled well for a long way. Safely held on Wincanton hurdle debut but entitled to do better

6 STOPHERANDGO (IRE) (51) 3-34P2

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-2

B m Aizavoski (IRE) - Bonjour Bella (IRE) Bryan Carver

Pickard Racing Another Chance Syndicate

Claire Harris, Umberleigh

Br Richard & Lisa O’Brien Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWDam, lightly raced over hurdles, sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stays 29f) General Principle. Made frame all completed starts in Irish points, runner-up last time (Dec 11). This trip could be on the sharp side. TFRHHIII BHA-

7 NIKHI (GB) (181)

4 10-3

Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Elysian Fields (GR) James Bowen

Mr L. Mulryan Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br J. Chandris

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 17f), best effort when second last time Subsequently sold from Jedd O’Keeffe for 78,000 gns. Well worth a look on hurdle debut

TFRHHHII BHA-

8

QOYA (GB) (109) 4 10-3

B f Almanzor (FR) - Plume Rose

Louisa Stone & St Albans Bloodstock

Br Overbury Stallions Ltd

Tom Cannon

Alan King, Barbury Castle

TIMEFORMVIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 21f) Perry Owens. Fairly useful on Flat for William Haggas (stays 1 3/4m), winner twice in 2022. Interesting recruit to hurdling TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

2022: UCANAVER 6 11 5 Rex Dingle 11-10 (Anthony Honeyball) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 She’s A Saint (IRE), 7-2 Poetic Music (GB), 8-1 Qoya (GB), 10-1 Nikhi (GB), 20-1 Manimole (GB), 25-1 Queens Fortune (IRE), 66-1 Stopherandgo (IRE), 200-1 Libertarian Royale (IRE)

RACE RESULT:

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SEVENTH RACE 4.35

ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE CAZOO OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £7600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3070, 2nd £1534, 3rd £768, 4th £384, 5th £192. (Penalty Value £4013.56)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Williams (42 wins from 349 runners, 12%) runs THREE CLIFFS BAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs DIAMOND TWIN & HELLO POPS LONGEST TRAVELLER: DIAMOND TWIN & HELLO POPS trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 149 miles.

Winning a bumper under a penalty is never easy but ALCEDO created a superb impression when an easy scorer at Hereford last month so he may well be up to the task Three Cliffs Bay showed plenty of ability prior to a late mishap and he’s a definite threat, along with Helnwein.

1-2-3: 1.ALCEDO (IRE) 2.THREE CLIFFS BAY (GER) 3.HELNWEIN (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 ALCEDO (IRE) (41) 1 D

5 11-9

B g Vadamos (FR) - Deliziosa (IRE) Charlie Deutsch

Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford

Br Padraig O’Reilly Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to bumper winner Socks Off. Travelled powerfully and looked useful when an easy winner at Hereford on debut last month. Penalty to shoulder but there’s lots more to come TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 BOB BANK (IRE) (115) 0

5 11-2

Gr g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Accardi (IRE) Jack Tudor

Daffodil Racing Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br David Russell NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam (b78), ran once in bumper, half-sister to smart (stayed 3 1/4m) Cooldine and useful (stayed 25f) Fists of Fury Bred to stay well and shaped in kind at Chepstow in October. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 DIAMOND TWIN (FR) (36) 6

5 11-2

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Lady La Lionne (FR) Bridget Andrews Winter Gold Racing 2 Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORMVIEW£25,000 3-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Crealion and fair French chaser Lion Toto Shaped like a stayer when mid-field in a bumper at Huntingdon on Boxing Day. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 ENDLESSPOSSIBILITY (GB) (255) 4

5 11-2

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Another Evening (IRE) Charlie Hammond

Dr R. D. P. Newland

Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Richard Mathias Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW €3,000 Pour Moi gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/smart chaser Livelovelaugh

Last of 4 finishers in a point (May 2022)

5 HELLO POPS (GB) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 11-2

B g Kayf Tara - Venceremos David England

Mr Andrew L. Cohen Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br D. M. Huglin Wood Hall Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWFirst foal, dam (h96), dual bumper winner, half-sister to smart (stayed 3m) Value At Risk (by Kayf Tara) out of fairly useful staying chaser (won Midlands Grand National) Miss Orchestra. Newcomer for top yard

6 HELNWEIN (IRE) (59) 3-5

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

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Helnwein

Br Mr K. D. Cotter

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Tom Cannon

Alan King, Barbury Castle

Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

TIMEFORMVIEW£70,000 4-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Brother to bumper winner/fair 2m hurdle winner Uncle Phil Shaped with plenty of promise when fifth at Chepstow last month. Sure to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 PRESENT FOR ME (GB) (-)

5 11-2

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Gales Present (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies

James & Jean Potter Ltd Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Br James & Jean Potter Potter Group

TIMEFORMVIEWPour Moi gelding. Closely related to bumper winner/fair 2 1/2m hurdle winner Spring Meadow, and half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Vienna Court. One to note on debut TFRHHHII BHA-

B h Shirocco (GER) - Monks Charm (IRE)

James Bowen

Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead

Br Liam Norris Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWShirocco horse Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (winner around 2m)

Dominican Monk

9

THREE CLIFFS BAY (GER) (35) F

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - The Beauty (GER)

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-2

Mr Lewis Gordon (7)

Mr David M. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Frau S. Hallstein Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW€58,000 3-y-o. Half-brother to fairly useful Tidal River Dam German

10 JAUNTY BELLE (GB) (-)

Ch m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Jaunty Spirit

TFRHHHHI BHA-

1 1/4m/11f winner Well backed and looked set to finish second until falling late on last month’s debut at Chepstow Capable

5 10-9

Ben Jones

Three Men & The Filly David Rees, Haverfordwest

Br B. J. Eckley

TIMEFORM VIEW Yorgunnabelucky mare Half-sister to fair hurdlers Jaunty Viking and Jaunty Soria. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Jaunty Flight TFRHHIII BHA-

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5, 7.

Stewards Note:

THREE CLIFFS BAY: Following its run on 27/12/2022 it was reported that the horse took a false step and stumbled.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Alcedo (IRE), 10-3 Three Cliffs Bay (GER), 11-2 Helnwein (IRE), 10-1 Hello Pops (GB), 12-1 Present For Me (GB), 20-1 Endlesspossibility (GB), 25-1 Diamond Twin (FR), 33-1 Specialagent McGee (IRE), 50-1 Jaunty Belle (GB), 66-1 Bob Bank (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.05 - THE CAZOO CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 29th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to January 28th, 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. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 26 entries at £41. - Closed January 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

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Second Race 1.40 - THE WEST WALES PROPERTIES JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old, which have not run in a flat race and which have not run in any race prior to 1st October 2022 and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 29th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £2000 towards the prize money for this race. Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during the following season. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper 9 entries at £45. - Closed January 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

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Third Race 2.15 - THE MUMBLES BREWERY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5597 to the winning horse The second to receive £2575, the third £1287, the fourth £644 and the fifth £321. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £53 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 29th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 17 entries at £53. - Closed January 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4281; Second £2140; Third £1071; Fourth £535; Fifth £267. (Penalty Value £5597.86)

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Fourth Race 2.50 - THE ALLAN JOHN (AJ) MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 29th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 24 entries at £100. - Closed January 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (Penalty Value £10562)

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Fifth Race 3.25 - THE TURF SERVICES LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5597 to the winning horse The second to receive £2575, the third £1287, the fourth £644 and the fifth £321. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £53 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 29th. Penalties, after January 21st, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 24 entries at £53. - Closed January 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4281; Second £2140; Third £1071; Fourth £535; Fifth £267. (Penalty Value £5597.86)

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Sixth Race 4.00 - THE LUCKY CHANCER MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 25th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, March 25th, 2023. 24 entries at £45.Closed January 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

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Seventh Race 4.35 - THE CAZOO OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4013 to the winning horse The second to receive £1846, the third £923, the fourth £462 and the fifth £230. 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, January 25th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 29th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 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. The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 22 entries at £38. - Closed January 25th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3070; Second £1534; Third £768; Fourth £384; Fifth £192. (Penalty Value £4013.56)

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