Hereford Racecard - Monday 16th January

As focus this time of year now shifts to the jumps racing festivals in the Spring, we are buoyed by that excitement felt by racegoers in attendance throughout the next coming months, especially on our Ladies Day which takes place on Saturday 11th March before Cheltenham week. With Best Dressed Competitions for Ladies & Couples, live music, and the Six Nations rugby screened in bars, not to mention a competitive seven race card there really is something for everyone to enjoy that day.

For those that have already enjoyed a Day At The Races package this season I’m sure you will appreciate the value this package gives, with admission, racecard, hot pie and drink included These packages are available for all remaining fixtures and must be purchased 7 days in advance of the raceday, but numbers are limited so would encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment.

For the eagle-eyed you may spot a different signature at the end of this introduction as after 6 years here as Executive Director, Rebecca Davies now moves to Head of Racing Industry Partners within ARC. This means I will now take the helm here at Hereford after my time in an operations role. I would like to personally thank Rebecca for all her support and guidance since the racecourse re-opened and wish her all the success in her new role. We strive to offer a friendly, authentic jumps racing experience for both dedicated racing fans and those new to the sport, and always value your feedback Enjoy

ABANDONMENT POLICY

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

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

• Abandonment prior to completion of the 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 abandoned meeting.

Please enclose your badge/s as proof of admission and send them to: Racecourse Office, Hereford Racecourse, Roman Road, Hereford HR4 9QU.

Please PRINT your name clearly and send with the returned badges

ADMISSION BADGES

Racegoers are politely requested to ensure their badges are worn and to be clearly visible at all times If you have purchased an E-ticket, please ensure you have this with you at all times

BABY CHANGING FACILITIES

Baby changing facilities can be found in the main toilet block next to the raceday office to the left of the main entrance and in the Rusty Bridge Restaurant toilets Please ask a member of staff for details of a private breast feeding area, if required

DISABLED VISITORS

Forward parking is available for blue badge holders, stewards will direct you. For disabled visitors requiring a carer, the carer is admitted free of change There is a disabled viewing area accessible through Rusty Bridge for wheelchair users, and disabled toilets on site.

DOGS

Racegoers are not permitted to bring dogs onto the racecourse at any time during the raceday, with the exception of guide dogs for the blind and hearing dogs During hot weather, it should be remembered that Police and RSPCA officials reserve the right to force entry into any vehicle to release an animal if suffering

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Hereford Racecourse employs safety stewards. In the event of an emergency which requires evacuation a public announcement will be made and the stewards will direct you to a safe area.

FEEDBACK

We value feedback from our customers Please leave us a review on trip advisor, email us at info@hereford-racecourse.co.uk or visit www.racecoursefeedback.co.uk.

FIRST AID

The first aid room is located inside the main entrance.

HORSE WELFARE COMES FIRST AT HEREFORD

Hereford’s top priority is the safety and welfare of both horse and jockey We have a dedicated team of highly qualified vets and doctors following the action at every stage and a horse ambulance in attendance at each meeting It is our policy to erect green screens around the horse requiring veterinary attention, to provide the privacy required at such times Please do not assume the worse if screens are erected around such a horse We are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy please visit our website www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk.

LITTER

Please help us keep Hereford Racecourse tidy by disposing of your litter and old betting slips in the bins provided

PHOTOGRAPHY

Flash photography is not permitted at any time. Press and Commercial photographers must pre-arrange the necessary permission with the racecourse office at least 7 days before the race meeting Amateur photographers are only permitted to take photographs in the areas normally open to the public and should not encroach upon areas specifically designated for or used by professional photographers Professional filming and photography takes place here at Hereford Racecourse for various publications and broadcasting, and racegoers (including families) consent to being filmed, photographed and otherwise recorded by Hereford Racecourse or any third party authorised by Hereford Racecourse.

SAFETY

In the interests of public safety all visitors to the Racecourse should follow directions of the Safety Stewards on the Stands and the Raceday Staff throughout the racecourse Please do not leave bags or your possessions unattended at any time as this could cause a security alert. The racecourse reserves the right to ask anyone clearly under the influence of alcohol to leave at any time Racegoers are requested to be particularly aware of their personal safety in all areas where they come into close contact with the horses, such as the parade ring and the horse walks.

(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING) STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

Steve Drowne (Chief Steward) Adam Barker (Steward’s Panel Chair)

Gwen Thomas, Lauren Thomson, Richard Westropp

STARTERS

Sam Avis Wayne Hutchinson

JUDGE

Emily Jones

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Graham Fird

VETERINARY OFFICER

Howard Robinson

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Liam Kearns, MVB, MRCVS

Ed Shaw, BVSc, MRCVS

Anne Gibbs, MRCVS

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Chris Reynolds

Dr Graham Cook

Dr Heather Clark

NURSE

Dawn Price

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Carol Broodbank, Peter Double, Sarah Collins

COMMENTATOR

Stewart Machin

BETTING RING MANAGER

Andy Collins

GENERAL MANAGER Camilla Esling

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Elizabeth O’Flaherty

HEAD GROUNDSMAN Oliver Whittaker

SAFEGUARDING LEAD Elizabeth O’Flaherty

PADDOCK PRESENTER Cornelius Lysaght

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

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating,

TheBHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses oncetheyhave taken partina sufficientnumber of racestoenable the Handicappers to make anumerical assessmentofeach horse’s ability.The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weighttobecarried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participantwithan equal chance based on its best recentformunder itsoptimum conditions.

Ahorse rated100, forexample, would be set to carry 1lb morethan ahorse rated99(ignoringany penalties or allowances). Theratings published in the racecardfor handicap racesare the ratings thatwereused to calculate the weighttobecarried by each horse,whilst in nonhandicaps racesthe rating shown is thatofeach runner at the time thatthe entries forthe race were confirmed.Any subsequently published change to arating,either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.for novicesteeplechasers,the latest hurdle race rating maybeshown until such time as the Handicappers allot aseparatesteeple chase rating.Such ratings areprefixed by the letter h.

VALIRANN GOLD looked well suited by the marked change of tactics when making all at Chepstow last week and looks capable of defying a penalty given how much he had in hand that day. Folly Gate was about to shed his maiden tag before unseating his rider at Taunton last month so is the obvious threat, while there wasn’t much between Greenrock Abbey and School For Scandal when 1-2 in a C&D handicap in November

Salvador (IRE) - Aos Dana (IRE) Richard Patrick

&

Lee Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Mark Slevin Fitzdares Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Generally failed to see his race out over hurdles but he’s an ex-pointer and, having attracted support, made a winning return/chasing debut over C&D Just respectable third at Ffos Las 11 days ago and headgear now applied. TFRHHHII BHA101 3

FOLLYGATE(FR)(26)U6-202U 8 11-13

B g Montmartre (FR) - Cate Bleue (FR)

Mrs J Williams & Mr R Stark

Mr Peter Summers (7)

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton

Br Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Culverhill Farm Racing S

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S

IRONHILL(IRE)(56)310P00D

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Azaban (IRE)

Mr Bill Hawkins

Br Mrs Letty O’Sullivan

7 10-7

Ciaran Gethings

Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Planned Office Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in bumpers on first start for this yard at Worcester in August but little impact over hurdles since. Makes handicap/chase debut. TFRHHIII BHA79 9

SCHOOLFORSCANDAL(FR)(16)5-22320BF

Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - School of Thought (FR)

Mr Paul Anthony Mann

8 10-7

David Noonan

Joe Tickle, Tiverton

Br Mme Henri Devin Fire Defence Servicing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point runner-up who confirmed previous encouragement over fences when an improved second to Greenrock Abbey (clear of rest) from out of the weights over C&D. Excuses at Warwick since so not taken lightly. TFRHHHII BHA79 10

DAWNWONDER(IRE)

(12)000-00P

B m Conduit (IRE) - Presentingatdawn (IRE)

Mr Andrew Gough

6 10-6

William Kennedy

Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Br Alfred B. Hanna Sjd Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form over hurdles in Ireland and no promise both starts for this yard, including on chase debut. Visored for 1st time TFRHIIII BHA78 11

GAELICTHUNDER(GB)

(26)3-26432

8 10-3

B g Arvico (FR) - Gaelic Lime Bryan Carver

Jacqui Elliott Chris Honour, Ashburton Br Mrs Jacqui Elliott Cotswold Stone Supplies S TIMEFORM VIEW Produced one of his better efforts when second in a handicap chase at Exeter on return in October. Mixed record since but latest second at Taunton was an excellent effort. TFRHHHII BHA75 2022: COOL COUNTRY (IRE) 7 11 3 Conor O’Farrell 11-10 (Martin

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Led for long way when fourth in Aintree fillies’ listed race since. Leading claims with sights lowered. TFRHHHHH BHA109 2 SAILINGGRACE(GB)(25)12BF 11-7

B f Dartmouth - War Creation (IRE)

Ben Godfrey (3) Wessex Racing Club Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Br Wood Farm Stud Geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut in a small field at Newton Abbot in October. Still looked a little rough around the edges when 3 lengths second at Ayr (2m, good to soft since) Remains capable of better TFRHHHHI BHA3

BOCARIVER(FR)(106)P 11-0

Ciaran Gethings

Mr M. Kehoe Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell

Br Mr Benoit Girres Science Supplements S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in a chase in France in October for Louisa Carberry. Would need to see market support to consider now hurdling for a new stable. TFRHHIII BHA4

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S

(GER) - Buck’s Blue (FR) Richard Patrick Mr Will Roseff Kerry Lee, Presteigne Br Philip Hore Jnr Fitzdares Limited S TIMEFORM VIEWLeft low-key bumper exploits behind when second on hurdles debut at Ludlow in March 2021. First outing since whenchasing home the useful Kateira (winner again since) in a Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) novice in November and she’s open to improvement now pitched into a handicap. TFRHHHHH BHA102 2

MINNIEMUM(GB)(27)420-435 6 11-13 B m Telescope (IRE) - Mighty Minnie Tom O’Brien StrachanCorbettSalweyInkinGriffithGraham Henry Daly, Ludlow Br R. Johnson Humphrey Butler Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWFromagoodfamilyandshowedimprovedformwhenthirdintheUttoxeternovicewonbyKateirainNovember,cominghomearound3lengthsadrift ofthere-opposingFayCeQueVoudras. NofurtherprogresswhenfifthatLudlownexttime,though,andmoreneedednowhandicapping. TFRHHHII BHA99

South Molton

B m Dr Massini (IRE) - Anadama (IRE) Jonathan Burke Mr Peter Isaac Tom George, Slad Br Miss E. M. Batten HBA Media S TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability on just one of her 3 starts over hurdles for Polly Walker in 2021 and probably best watched on debut for new yard/handicap bow following a 19-month absence. TFRHIIII BHA82

B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Call Me Blue (FR)

Ciaran Gethings Hawke, Simms, Capps Nigel Hawke, Tiverton Br E.U.R.L. Ecurie Audoy Christian et al Junction 24 Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t shown much in 4 starts to date, including when returning from a lengthy absence at Exeter recently Big step forwarded needed on this handicap debut. TFRHIIII BHA75 10 JESSE’SLADY(GB)(303)50//000P- 8 10-2

B m Malinas (GER) - Lets Run Kevin Brogan Mr D. A. Smerdon Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn Br Mr D. A. Smerdon TIMEFORM VIEWHintedatabilityin2runsoverhurdlesin2019/20forBernardLlewellyn.However,didn’tshowmuchforDeborahFaulknerfollowing a significant layoff last season and it’s hard to envisage her faring any better starting out for another new yard here. TFRHIIII BHA69

11 WOODFORDBRIDGE(GB)(26)00/0-6UP

7 10-2

Ben Poste Mr G. Molen Clare Hobson, Royston Br Kassala Limited Clare Hobson Racing S

B m Champs Elysees - A Lulu Ofa Menifee (USA)

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers/completed start over hurdles and 9lb ‘wrong’ for this handicap debut. TFRHIIII BHA65 12

(63)336553 4 10-2 B f Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Anam Allta (IRE) Bryan Carver Mrs Denise E. Smith Nigel Hawke, Tiverton Br Ballylinch Stud Junction 24 Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Looks up against it from 11lb out of the weights. TFRHIIII BHA76

Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over hurdles in first spell for this yard (including here) and added to tally over fences for Richard Newland during 2021. Yet to find his best form since rejoining this stable but his mark has come down. TFRHHHII BHA115 2 ZESTFULHOPE(FR)(27)4-33614CD 6 11-12

B g Zanzibari (USA) - Chamdespoir (FR)

Lilly Pinchin (3) Ms G. E. Morgan Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br Mr Jean-Pierre Cordonnier Merribelle Stable Llc S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in November but below-form fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Plumpton (20.5f) 27 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA113 3 GUILLEMOT(FR)(27)FP1P-PPD 7 11-10

B g Noroit (GER) - Sangha River (FR)

Harry Cobden Sir Thomas Pilkington Henry Daly, Ludlow Br Andre Jean Quesny Humphrey Butler Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles at Ascot following a wind op in February but that was his only completion in his last 6 starts and he now has plenty to prove back in this sphere TFRHHIII BHA111 4 PAYTHEPILOT(GB)(299)2/1- 6 11-9 B g Telescope (IRE) - Becky B David Bass Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Br Shade Oak Stud Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Second in Punchestown bumper Acquired for £130,000 after and won 3-runner novice at Ffos Las (20f, good)

First Race 1.10 -THE DOWNLOADTHEVICKERS.BET APP NOVICES’HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 10th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Vickersbet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey. In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £45. - Closed January 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.40 - THE CAZOO NOVICES’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Cazoo has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, at £41.Closed January 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.10 - THE HEREFORD MOTOR GROUP FILLIES’ 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 fillies only, 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 10th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. Hereford Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse 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 10 entries at £45. - Closed January 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 2.40 - THE GO RACING WITH VICKERS.BET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9822 to the winning horse The second to receive £4519, and the third £2259. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 10th and pay £93 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). VickersBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 5 entries at £93. - Closed January 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7513; Second £3755; Third £1879. (Penalty Value £9822.66)

SEE PAGE 21 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.10 - THE BLACK MOUNTAIN BOTANICALS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 10th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Black Mountain Botanicals have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £45. - Closed January 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 3.40 - THE CAZOO MARES’

NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE

RACE (CLASS 5) 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 fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 10th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Cazoo have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey. In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 20 entries at £40. - Closed January 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.10 - THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP HANDICAP

HURDLE

RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6970 to the winning horse The second to receive £3207, the third £1603, the fourth £802 and the fifth £399. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £66 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £53 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th. Penalties, after January 7th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb VickersBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries, at £66. - Closed January 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5331; Second £2665; Third £1333; Fourth £667; Fifth £333. (Penalty Value £6970.92)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.