Welcome back to Hereford Racecourse for our Season Opener and thank you to our race sponsors for their support today.
It barely feels like we closed the gates in May and are back again! But we have lots to look forward to over the 2024/2025 season, including The Richard Layton Charity raceday on Wednesday 27th November, in aid of We Are Farming Minds, Midlands Air Ambulance & The Injured Jockey’s Fund, you can find out more about the day and the reasons behind it on our website. Other calendar highlights include our ever-popular Christmas Jumper Day which takes place on Saturday 21st December, and we see Ladies Day move to our final evening fixture of the season, on Friday 9th May where we will have live music on the lawns after racing. Our fixture list is displayed in your racecard so be sure to get these dates in your diary.
Throughout the season we have our Day at the Races packages (admission, drink & racecard) available which offer great value, but these do sell out fast so would encourage you to get booked in via the website for your desired fixture. As well as our Snaffles restaurant opening on feature days, we also offer Premier Viewing in this facility for all fixtures in between, which makes the perfect base for the day, again all available via the website www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk
With attention turning back to today’s action, I would like to take the opportunity to wish all Owners, Trainers, Jockeys and Stable Staff the best of luck with their runners at Hereford and beyond as we see the jumps season getting back into full swing
Before our next fixture on Monday 4th November, we welcome St Michael’s Hospice here for their Fireworks display on Saturday 2nd November, details are include in your racecard and tickets can be purchased in advance through their website, it promises to be a dazzling evening of entertainment for all the family!
We hope you have a great day with us and see you again in early November.
Best wishes,
Camilla Esling General Manager
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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
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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.
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HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT HEREFORD
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse. The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk
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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
Guy Upton (Chief Steward) Roger Bellamy (Steward’s Panel Chair)
Daniel Andrews, Katie Dowson, Steve Drowne
STARTERS
William Jordan
Lee Jones
JUDGE
Guy Lewis
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Robert Cuthbert
VETERINARY OFFICER
Jessica Rainbow
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Liam Kearns
Ed Shaw
Anne Gibbs
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Chris Reynolds
Dr Graham Cook
Dr Oliver Rintoul-Hoad
NURSE
Ellen Phelps
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Louise Neale, Joanna Vickers, Mel Baker, Jane Southam
COMMENTATOR
Alex Fussey
BETTING RING MANAGER
Andy Collins
GENERAL MANAGER
Camilla Esling
CLERK OF THE COURSE
John Holliday
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Oliver Whittaker
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Camilla Esling
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
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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
form guide
previous performances
/=new season
colour graphic weight st-lb
1COURTLIABILITY(IRE)(27)2-
-=new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite age
11
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Whataliability (IRE)
NashWebbPaverVandenberghe&10Percenters
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: horse’s saddlecloth number horse’s name birthplace of horse if not Great Britain No of days since last ran
411-4
Harry Bannister
Harry Whittington, Sparsholt Br Brendan K. Fitzpatrick
TIMEFORMVIEW Cost £88,000 after finishing runner-up in an Irish point and has won a Fontwell bumper and 21f Sedgefield novice hurdle for new connections. Good chance he can make it 3 in a row TFRHHHHH BHA-
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br
Star Ratings Explained
Selected to win the race
Good chance of being placed By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
Unlikely to win but not totally without hope
Can be given little or no chance.
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.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED You must be 18 or over to place a bet
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
FIRST RACE 1.30
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 53YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (10 wins from 72 runners, 14%) runs BARRA BLUE & LELOOPA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs BARRA BLUE & LELOOPA LONGEST TRAVELLER: MY MATE POLLY trained by W G M Turner, Sherborne, 95 miles.
A repeat of the form LELOOPA showed when second at Newton Abbot last time could be good enough to see her go one better now. Versace Twentyone was just under 6 lengths behind the selection in fourth at the Devon venue and can fill the forecast spot ahead of Granny Hawkins
1
B m Dartmouth - Somethinaboutmolly (IRE)
Tom Bellamy
Mrs Zara Tindall Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Mrs Zara Tindall
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in 3 points Finished third in a Stratford bumper on her first outing for this yard but well behind Leloopa in a Newton Abbot novice hurdle since TFRHHIII BHA-
2 BARRABLUE(GB)(129)34-60
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Arrucian
5 11-4
Liam Harrison
Mr J. C. S. Wilson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Grove Farm Stud Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise on first of 2 starts in bumpers but comfortably held in 2 hurdles at the start of this season. Leloopa looks the yard first string. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 GRANNYHAWKINS(GB)(251)200- 5 11-4
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Arctic Actress
Mr G. Kennington
Br Mr A J Davenhill & Mrs A L Davenhill
Tom Cannon
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a Southwell bumper on debut in June but well beaten in another bumper and novice hurdle since. Still early days, though, and her stable won this race 12 months ago TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MADEFORME(IRE)(140)F2/5-00
B m Malinas (GER) - Made To Move (IRE)
Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner
5 11-4
Ben Poste
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br John & Jimmy Lawler Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points (March 2023) but only minor promise under Rules in the spring, including on hurdle debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
5
VERSACETWENTYONE(IRE)(24)U-3F134 5 11-4
Gr m Kingston Hill - Forever Young (IRE)
Adam Hayes & Helen Hayes
Br Mrs D. Shannon
Sean Houlihan
Sheila Lewis, Brecon
TIMEFORM VIEWMaidenpointerbutwonaRoscommonbumperforGordonElliottinJuly ThirdinaWorcesterbumperforSheilaLewisthefollowingmonthand made a reasonably encouraging start to her hurdle career when fourth at Newton Abbot last month, albeit Leloopa was ahead in second. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 ARCTICANGEL(IRE)(3)3P
B f Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mandarli (IRE) Adam Wedge
Mr Billy Bates Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Fintina Kealey & Irene Giles
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered something to work on when third in Newton Abbot bumper in May but pulled up on Chepstow hurdle debut on Friday. This is a weaker race but she’ll need to leave that well behind turned out again quickly TFRHHIII BHA-
7 FORMELPARK(GB)(3)0-3U 4 11-3
B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sparron Hawk (FR) Conor Ring
Mr R. E. R. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mr D. A. Rees-Jones
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to 4 winners and better effort in bumpers when third at Southwell 4 months ago Sent off at 200/1 when unseating early on Chepstow hurdle debut on Friday. TFRHHIII BHA-
1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
8
LELOOPA(IRE)(24)43-5642
B f Wings of Eagles (FR) - Walkthefirth (IRE)
4 11-3
Jonathan Burke
Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd
Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has reached the frame in both hurdle starts for new trainer Fergal O’Brien, finishing second at Newton Abbot in a first-time tongue tie (retained) last month. Good chance she can go one better now. TFRHHHHH BHA107
9
MYMATEPOLLY(GB)(24)4-U404P
B f Forever Now - So Cannie
Mr E. A. Brook
Br David Spence
4 11-3
Harry Kimber
Bill Turner, Sherborne
TIMEFORM VIEW No promise in bumpers and modest form over hurdles. Needs first-time cheekpieces to spark improvement TFRHHIII BHA76
10 TALYSH(GB)(16)4-4
B f Linda’s Lad - Persian Forest
4 11-3
Kielan Woods
Mrs Rachel Brodie & Mr John Brodie Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br Clarendon Farm Ltd
Winwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in hurdles 10 months apart. Better effort at Market Rasen last time but she was beaten 28 lengths and it’s still barely modest form. TFRHHHII BHA2023: ON SE CALME (FR) 5 11 2 Gavin Sheehan 15-8 (Alan King) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Stewards Note:
MY MATE POLLY: Following its run on 20/9/2024 it was reported that the horse slipped in the back straight.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Leloopa (IRE), 9-2 Versace Twentyone (IRE), 6-1 Granny Hawkins (GB), 12-1 Arctic Angel (IRE), 14-1 Barra Blue (GB), 16-1 A Little Something (GB), Talysh (GB), 20-1 Formel Park (GB), 33-1 Made For Me (IRE), 50-1 My Mate Polly (GB)
Today’s Owners & Trainers lounge is located in the Rusty Bridge restaurant overlooking the racecourse. Complimentary tea, coffee & luncheon is available throughout the day (on production of the correct voucher) with a full pay bar and tote betting. Susan Mackay is your dedicated hostess and here to help Owners throughout today. The Syndicate Lounge is located in the Parade Ring Marquee, for those with pre-registered badges. Complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits are available throughout the day with a full pay bar and tote betting.
SECOND RACE 2.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 4F 194YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE C P CIVIL ENGINEERING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (8 wins from 152 runners, 5%) runs HENRY BOX BROWN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs LOCK OUT LONGEST TRAVELLER: ESPERTI trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 150 miles.
The obvious one is LOCK OUT, who made a winning return from out of the handicap at Chepstow on Friday and is able to race off 5lb lower here. Moodofthemoment and Post No Bills have been knocking on the door of late so are likely threats
1
B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Mini Shan (IRE)
Gavin Sheehan
David Lipsey & OPD Katy Price, Llanigon
Br Leonard Flynn Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a 2m4f mares’ handicap chase at Ludlow last season. Rather in and out since, 15 1/2 lengths fourth of 13 to Henry Box Brown in handicap chase at Worcester (20f, good, 11/4) 47 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA98
2 POSTNOBILLS(IRE)(18)505022D
B g Mahler - Shining Lights (IRE)
9 11-12
Sean Bowen
Pyne Swinburne Partnership Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Miss Christine Keymer
TIMEFORM VIEW Good runner-up efforts in the space of 24 hrs at Perth last month, clear of rest both times. Needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA96
3 MOODOFTHEMOMENT(IRE)(17)110222BF 7 11-12
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Mood I’m In (GER)
Mr Barry Hawkins
Br Andrew Pierce
Stan Sheppard
Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Matt Sheppard Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still winless but he has shaped well since joining his current yard, again going close at Worcester last month Well in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA96
4 BENBUIE(IRE)(54)4P-3P0FCD 10 11-9
Br g Presenting - Change of Plan (IRE)
Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 10
Daire McConville (7)
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Mary Motherway Fbc Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 6 runs last season but has struggled since his return and took a heavy first-fence fall at Worcester 54 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA93
5 ESPERTI(IRE)(37)PP-50P0
B g Presenting - Elsie (IRE)
Toni & Dai
Br Ms Helga Moore
7 11-7
James Bowen
David Rees, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact over hurdles for this yard and plenty to prove now chasing.
6 HENRYBOXBROWN(IRE)(47)0-F2501
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Lough Coyne (IRE)
TFRHIIII BHA91
7 11-7
Ellis Collier (7) Old Gold Racing 7 Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Miss E. Hamilton Old Gold Racing, Retraining of Racehorses S
TIMEFORM VIEWHas returned to chasing this season and gained a first success over fences when staying on to lead close home in a Worcester handicap in August under this rider, suited by a strongly-run race Could still have more to offer, but he’ll need things to drop right again. TFRHHHII BHA91
7 BESTMATEDAVE(GB)(33)25-4P36
B g Passing Glance - Dillay Brook (IRE)
7 11-4
Kielan Woods
Dave’s Best Mates D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br M. B. Bent Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler who was below par last time. Back chasing now having been amiss on sole start over fences (irregular heartbeat) this summer Headgear on TFRHHHII BHA88
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
8
LOCKOUT(IRE)(3)50045-1
B g Watar (IRE) - Swift And Late (IRE)
Gillards Transport Ltd & John White
7 11-0
Gearoid Harney (7)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br T. Brennan W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEWCouldn’tkickonoverfences/hurdlesduringalight2023/24campaignbutfirmlybackontrackwhenmakingawinningreturninhandicap chase at Chepstow (23.6f) on Friday under this rider. Able to race off 5lb lower here so obvious claims if this doesn’t come too soon. TFRHHHHH BHA84
9 WILLIAMEWART(IRE)(53)333-432
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Romantic Fashion (IRE)
7 10-13
Nick Scholfield
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Ms Kathryn Tottenham NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his chase account at Southwell (24.3f, heavy) in February and some good placed efforts since, including when second of 14 in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (25.8f, good) 53 days ago Should be thereabouts once more. TFRHHHII BHA83
10 BALLINOULART(IRE)(20)3460P4
B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Lace Parasol (IRE)
6 10-2
Finn Lambert (3) The Kingpins David Dennis, Banbury
Br Susan Bredin Palladium Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden and low-key start for this yard Others preferred.
TFRHHIII BHA72
2023: BEN BUIE (IRE) 9 12 0 Sean Bowen 9-2 (Martin Keighley) 7 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 8, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Lock Out (IRE), 6-1 Post No Bills (IRE), Moodofthemoment (IRE), 8-1 Henry Box Brown (IRE), 9-1 William Ewart (IRE), 14-1 Best Mate Dave (GB), 16-1 Lost Connections (IRE), 22-1 Ballinoulart (IRE), 40-1 Ben Buie (IRE), 150-1 Esperti (IRE)
RESULT:
THE HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £148,440 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 16th September to 31st December 2024.
Total prize fund £9000 x Owners Prize Money 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (8 wins from 152 runners, 5%) runs CELESTIAL RUBY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Butler (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runs TASHAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: AOTANO trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
A race where the betting should prove informative, with a tentative vote going the way of Irish-raider Aotano ahead of Crest of Honour before any market clues are known.
1 AOTANO(GER)(-)
11-0
B g Soldier Hollow - Aotearoa (FR) Daryl Jacob
Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland
Br Gestut Auenquelle
The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORM VIEWBrother to 2 winners and half-brother to 3 winners on Flat, including smart 5f-1m winner abroad Auenperle Dam 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Should have a big say on debut, particularly if the betting vibes are strong. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 CELESTIALRUBY(IRE)(7)2
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Musical Jewel (IRE)
Mrs J. Davies
11-0
Adam Wedge
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Paul Moloney Ltd Prysg Cyf S
TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten 55 lengths when second of 3 in a similar race at Stratford on debut last Monday TFRHHIII BHA-
3 CRESTOFHONOUR(FR)(-)
B c Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Lady Butterfly (FR)
Mr M. R. Chapman
11-0
David Noonan
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Br Mr Hugues Rousseau Crest Racing, Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser in France Holy Child Likely type for a stable no stranger to success in these races. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4
LENJOLEURDEPALMA(FR)
(-)
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Evolue de Palma (FR)
11-0
Mr Jack Andrews (3)
Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br Ecurie Cerdeval Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 Born To Sea gelding. The betting should help guide to expectations.
5
TASHAN(GB)(-)
TFRHHIII BHA-
11-0
B g Golden Horn - Tadpole Jack Quinlan Power Geneva Ltd John Butler, Newmarket
Br Willmo Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to a winner and half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including fair 1 1/4m winner Just A Tad. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner who stayed 1 1/2m From a shrewd stable so a market move would look significant TFRHHHII BHA-
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 5.
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
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.
FOURTH RACE 3.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 5F 163YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COLIN PETTS MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J & A O’Neill (18 wins from 74 runners, 24%) runs MAGIC SEVEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland & J Insole (3 wins from 26 runners, 12%) runs GALATA BRIDGE LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE HEIGHT OF FAME trained by K Burke, Whitcombe, 112 miles.
BASKERVILLE is going the right way over hurdles and with this trip promising to suit coupled with a conditional taking off a valuable 10lb, he could be the answer. Galata Bridge is a solid opponent, while Haas Boy is interesting on return for his new stable
colours no horse age st lb
1 GALATABRIDGE(GB)(56)36-5124BF
B g Golden Horn - Infallible
7 12-0
Charlie Hammond Foxtrot Racing Galata Bridge
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Foxtrot Racing S TIMEFORM VIEWBetterthaneverthissummer,overcomingmistakeswhenaddingtohistallyatPerth(20f)inJulyandmatchingthatformfroma6lbhigher mark when runner-up at Uttoxeter (23.3f), Backward step at Worcester but given a break and he can make his presence felt TFRHHHHI BHA120
2 DONNIEAZOFF(IRE)(22)3-14250
8 11-12
Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Bonny River (IRE) Gavin Sheehan Blazing Blues and Twos Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br P. J. Reynolds Betvictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Form this season has a patchy look, making a winning reappearance at Stratford in June and runner-up at Uttoxeter a month later along with a trio of lesser efforts (all around 2m). Up in trip but he stays this far. TFRHHHII BHA118
3 THEHEIGHTOFFAME(GB)(36)516-123D
B m Fame And Glory - Good Thinking
7 11-8
Freddie Gingell (3)
Barrow Hill Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
Br Barrow Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW 7-y-o mare who enhanced healthy strike rate in handicaps at Newton Abbot (21.5f) in July Up 5lb, again ran well when second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (20f, good) but latest rise in the weights seemed to find her out at Fontwell TFRHHHII BHA114
4 MAGICSEVEN(IRE)(47)11FP-00C
B g Doyen (IRE) - Magic Maze (IRE)
Mr Christopher W. T. Johnston
6 11-8
Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Sunnyhill Stud Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual-course winner over 19.7f this time last year but essentially below that in handicaps since May strip fitter for August’s return to action TFRHHHII BHA114
5
HAASBOY(FR)(206)6/0532P-
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Naker Mome (FR)
Mr Malcolm Olden
7 11-4
Tom Bellamy
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie JC Laisis Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to meet market expectations several times last season for Charlie Longsdon Since joined another good yard and he’s well weighted if revived by a change of scenery. TFRHHHHI BHA110
6 SAMBEZI(FR)(141)36254-P
B g Rajsaman (FR) - Tunis (FR)
Mrs Sarah McLean
Br Mr Alban Chevalier Du Fau et al
8 11-2
Ben Jones
Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Oliver Signy Racing Llp S
TFRHHHII BHA108
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who took a step back in the right direction when fourth at Warwick in April. Pulled up at Fontwell a month later and off since but he’s back on his last winning mark
7 BASKERVILLE(IRE)(99)205-U13 5 11-1
Ch g Sandmason - Starofcountydown (IRE)
Oscar Palmer (10) Stone, McNeill & Green Families
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Miss Eve Collins Ultima Business Solutions S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of previous run when winning 9-runner novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft) in June, kept up to work Improved again when third on handicap debut at Market Rasen and this trip may unlock more. TFRHHHHH BHA107
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Partie Majeure (FR)
Mr Brian Davies
Br G.F.A. Du Pont Rouge
Sean Bowen
Sheila Lewis, Brecon
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was second in March 2023 but wasn’t seen again until finishing a remote seventh at Worcester a month ago, considerately handled. Entitled to come on for the outing but a leap faith required to back him. TFRHHIII BHA105
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 6. Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
DONNIE AZOFF: Following its run on 22/9/2024 it was reported that the horse slipped on the bend
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FIFTH RACE 3.30
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (3M 1F 44YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE KESTREL VALLEY NOVICES’HANDICAP STEEPLE
CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 Owners Prize Money 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E Williams (8 wins from 152 runners, 5%) runs ANNIE WICKS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Longsdon (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs IF I SAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: RADHARC NA SLAINE trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 150 miles.
An open staying handicap chase with marginal preference for INVICTUS ALLEN, who opened his account at Uttoxeter in July and shaped as if still in good order when third at Fontwell just over 5 weeks ago. Selectivelistening was possibly amiss last time, but he would be a major threat judged on some of his earlier exploits now sent chasing so heads up the dangers, with Radharc Na Slaine and No Promises also not discounted, too.
1 ANNIEWICKS(GB)(125)0031-2P
7 12-0
B m Kayf Tara - Bathwick Annie Adam Wedge
Mr W. Clifford Evan Williams, Llancarfan Br Mrs S. Clifford Byerley Stud (Courtlands) Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWellheldcompletedstartsoverhurdlesbutprovedadifferentpropositiononsecondchasestartwhenlandingmares’handicapatTaunton (21.7f, soft) in March. Collared only in the run-in over C&D next start but possibly amiss when last seen at Southwell 4 months ago TFRHHHII BHA91
2 INVICTUSALLEN(FR)(36)
240-613
6 11-11
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Quismaelle (FR) Nick Scholfield
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Mr Bruno Vagne & Mr Andre Vagne NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEWStronginthemarketandcamegoodinUttoxeterhandicapchase(31/4m,soft)inJuly Shapedasifstillingoodformbackunderless testing conditions 8 weeks later when a remote third at Fontwell (26f, good) last month and he’s fancied to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA88
3 SELECTIVELISTENING(IRE)(20)05542PBF 5 11-8
B g Westerner - Selective Hearing (IRE)
Mr Jack Andrews (3)
Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br J. F. Mernagh Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who took a step forward when second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Fontwell in August. Sent off favourite but was possibly amiss back there (17.7f, good) a month later and now attentions are turned to the larger obstacles markedly upped in trip TFRHHHHI BHA85
4 MISTYMAL(IRE)(205)P60254-
B g Malinas (GER) - Amazon Mist (IRE)
Mr J Durston & Mr N Harris
6 11-4
Alan Johns
Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Br Denis Ahern Tote, Dragonbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who posted his best effort on his handicap debut when second of 8 at Southwell (20.4f, soft) in January. In nothing like the same form at Fakenham/Bangor since and makes reappearance/chase debut TFRHHHII BHA81
5 NOPROMISES(IRE)(10)P/-P6034 10 10-10
B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Tamara Who (IRE)
Ben Poste Miss S. Cameron Steph Cameron, Bratton
Br Roger McGrath
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner Tried in cheekpieces/tongue tie and showed his first form under Rules from 9lb out of the weights when third in 27.5f Stratford handicap chase in August. Went a long way to confirming that form when fourth at Hexham earlier this month so he’s no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA73
6 RADHARCNASLAINE(IRE)(20)P-U42FP
B g Jet Away - Alstroemeria (IRE)
7 10-8
Conor Ring John, Roger & Dai David Rees, Haverfordwest
Br Mr K. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEWBeengoingtherightwayinNewtonAbbothandicapchasesandwouldhavemadetheframeagainbutforalucklesslateexitinAugust.Hooded and found recent run of form coming to a halt away from that venue at Fontwell last time so no surprise to see headgear discarded. TFRHHHII BHA71
7 IFISAY(IRE)(36)3P-0645 7 10-8
B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Wandering Star (IRE) Lilly Pinchin Stratford Racecourse 3 Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Mr Eamon Devlin Merriebelle Stable Llc S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed several times over fences in 2023 but has struggled since returning to hurdles, finishing a remote fifth at Fontwell last time. Much-reduced mark to work with and needs the switch back to fences to spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA71
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
B m Mahler - Bob Robin (IRE) James Best
Mr John Christopher Drake Ella Pickard, Taunton
Br Terence Leonard
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off in a bumper and 3 hurdles last season. Showed nothing hiked up in trip on return/handicap debut (hooded and had a wind op) in July and can only be watched on chase debut. TFRHHIII BHA64
2023: CAN’T BEAT HISTORY (IRE) 7 11 3 Lee Edwards 9-2 (Henry Oliver) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No 8. Blinkers worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 5. Stewards Note:
ANNIE WICKS: Following its run on 11/6/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
SELECTIVELISTENING: Following its run on 24/9/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Invictus Allen (FR), 4-1 Selectivelistening (IRE), 5-1 Annie Wicks (GB), 13-2 Mistymal (IRE), 8-1 Radharc Na Slaine (IRE), 9-1 If I Say (IRE), 14-1 No Promises (IRE), 66-1 Fox Wallace (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 4.00
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 1F 119YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £7700 Owners Prize Money 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Pipe (8 wins from 41 runners, 20%) runs BEN LILLY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs BEN LILLY LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE WISE TRAVELLER trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 172 miles.
CRAVEN BAY got back on the up on his debut for Toby Lawes when a comfortable scorer at Warwick and a 4lb rise in the weights doesn’t look sufficient to prevent him from following up. Honey I’m Good arrives in great nick from chasing so could emerge as the main danger back over the smaller obstacles Mourzouk and Shaving also need factoring into this competitive handicap too.
colours no horse age st lb
1 CRAVENBAY(IRE)(20)331-661D 8 12-0
B g Fame And Glory - Cove (IRE)
Mr Graham Henderson
Kevin Brogan
Toby Lawes, Beare Green
Br P. Connell Diasma Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed his progress on his first run since leaving Lawney Hill when readily landing 8-runner handicap hurdle at Warwick (26f, good) 20 days ago. Up 4lb but looks the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA107
2 MOURZOUK(IRE)(16)0P-5404
B g Declaration of War (USA) - Mouraniya (IRE)
7 11-12
Alan Johns
Mr T. Vaughan Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Br His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Dragonbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (18.6f, good to firm) 16 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Needs considering now his stamina is drawn out more. TFRHHHII BHA105
3 BENLILLY(IRE)(41)131353-D
B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Aristocratic Lady (USA)
7 11-12
Gearoid Harney (7)
David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington
Br Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1 and tongue strap on/cheekpieces, only seventh of 8 in handicap at Goodwood (16f, good) 41 days ago Switches from Flat to hurdles with work to do TFRHHIII BHA105
4 SHAVING(FR)(33)000-P64
6 11-6
B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Idaho Falls (FR) Gavin Sheehan
FB Racing Club
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Mr Eric Leffray Betvictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when fourth of 11 in novice hurdle at Worcester (23f, good, 100/1) 33 days ago, well positioned. Much respected on her handicap hurdle debut with few miles on the clock. TFRHHHII BHA99
5 THEWISETRAVELLER(IRE)(11)10-4260D
B g Getaway (GER) - Butterfly Betty (IRE)
Yen Hall Farm Racing
8 11-5
Sean Bowen
Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting
Br Mr Nigel Peters Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Fakenham in April. In need of the run after 3 months off when seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Can take a step forward. TFRHHHII BHA98
6 WOTYOUWEARING(IRE)(248)311220- 7 11-3
Br g Arakan (USA) - Carramanagh Lady (IRE)
Ben Jones
Mrs V. James Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Br Peter Tonery
Capital Windscreens & Body Glass Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual winner at Chepstow in November and largely in good form after. Off 8 months but can’t be discounted stepping up in trip TFRHHHII BHA96
7 FADEDFANTASY(IRE)(20)020050 5 11-1
B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE)
Nick Scholfield
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Stonepark Farms Ltd NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2023 and he came in last of 7 in handicap hurdle (8/1) at Warwick (26f, good) 20 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA94
1-2-3: 1.CRAVEN BAY (IRE) 2.HONEY
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
B m Califet (FR) - Hopeful Gleam (IRE)
Tony Cromwell & Partner
Br Mrs Margaret Platt
Adam Wedge
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Stratford in August and backed it up with a good second of 10 in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (25.8f, good) 24 days ago. Not taken lightly reverted to this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA85
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 6, 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3. Stewards Note:
WOT YOU WEARING: Following its run on 9/2/2024 it was reported that the horse never travelled
FADED FANTASY: Following its run on 24/9/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Craven Bay (IRE), 5-1 Honey I’m Good (IRE), 6-1 Wot You Wearing (IRE), 7-1 Shaving (FR), 11-1 Mourzouk (IRE), 12-1 Faded Fantasy (IRE), 14-1 Ben Lilly (IRE), 16-1 The Wise Traveller (IRE)
SEVENTH RACE 4.30
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 147YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE HEREFORD RACING CLUB MARES’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
(DIV I)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): A Ralph (10 wins from 88 runners, 11%) runs INCHIQUIN SPIRIT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Longsdon (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs MISS APPLEJACK WEIGHTWATCHER: FENNEY BROOK won off a handicap mark of 89, her rating is now down 6lb to 83. LONGEST TRAVELLER: FENNEY BROOK trained by K Price, Llanigon, 130 miles.
With the promise of more to come from APPLES MOON on the back of her handicap debut success at Warwick, she is taken to follow up here. The consistent State of Honor looks set for another prominent role, while Well Done Dani, who regained the winning thread at Kelso, should also have a part to play.
B m Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Ede’iff
Harry Kimber
Mr A. Lees Bill Turner, Sherborne
Br Mr A. F. Lees
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who opened her account after a frustrating run of placed efforts in handicap at Leicester (20.5f, heavy) in January. Ought to come on for recent Fontwell reappearance spin but she looks vulnerable for win purposes all
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole start between the flags last year and has made the frame in maiden hurdles at Stratford and Uttoxeter, either side of a fair display at Chepstow Appealsasthetypetodobetternowventuringdownthehandicaproutebutshewillneedtoimprovesignificantlyinordertotakethis TFRHHIII BHA92
TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedonsecondof2startsinIrishpointsandpromiseonthirdhurdlesrunwhenfifthof14inaHerefordmaideninMay.However,subsequent handicap debut at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) was low-key and while she’s bred to appreciate this stiffer test, others make more appeal. TFR
6 FENNEYBROOK(GB)(38)0-6330PCD
89
8 10-11
B m Sulamani (IRE) - Fenney Spring Gavin Sheehan Mike Harris Racing Club Katy Price, Llanigon
Br W. P. Jenks Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEWDowntheweightsandseeminglybackontrackfollowingawindopwhenthirdinback-to-backhandicaphurdlesduringthesummer However, commensurate with her rather up-and-down profile, she has failed to fire the last twice and others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA83 7
B m Multiplex - Do It On Dani
(26)04-50P1
7 10-9
Toby Wynne (3) The Perthy Partnership Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br S. V. Parry Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Put a string of below-par efforts behind her when landing a 14-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (2 1/4m, good) last month Remains on a workable mark back up 5lb and she has to enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA81
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
(143)04P4P-4
B m Mahler - Inchiquin Cailin (IRE)
Fothergills Sparey Lewis and Phillips
Br Sean Harnedy
7 10-2
Ciaran Gethings
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Planned Office Interiors Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who didn’t shape at all badly when fourth of 12 over this C&D in March However, it would be fair to say that she has failed to build on that since and a stiffer test is probably what she needs. TFRHHIII BHA74
9 MISSAPPLEJACK(GB)
(20)00-0600
Ch m Jack Hobbs - Apple Days
The Applejacks
Br Mrs F. Marriott
5 10-2
Sean Bowen
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Merriebelle Stable Llc S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair bumper winner but yet to click following 7 attempts in this sphere and she’s probably worth taking on TFRHHIII BHA73
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Stewards Note:
MORNING FORTUNE: Following its run on 6/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed INCHIQUIN SPIRIT: Following its run on 24/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Apples Moon (IRE), 9-2 State of Honor (IRE), 11-2 Well Done Dani (GB), 10-1 Smugglers Haven (IRE), 12-1 Inchiquin Spirit (IRE), 16-1 Fenney Brook (GB), 18-1 Ede’iffs Rock (GB), 20-1 Miss Applejack (GB), 40-1 Morning Fortune (IRE)
EIGHTH RACE 5.05
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 147YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE HEREFORD RACING CLUB MARES’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
(DIV II)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (10 wins from 72 runners, 14%) runs NO NO FIZZ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Bailey (4 wins from 9 runners, 44%) runs VON HALLERS
LONGEST TRAVELLER: ASK HER OUT trained by Mrs R Ford, Blandford Forum, 111 miles.
It’s probably best to draw line through HEDERA PARK’s latest effort at Musseburgh and, if she reproduces the form she showed on her penultimate start, the 5-y-o will have every chance here. Pacific upped her game at Stratford and she will be a bif threat if able to build on that, while My Bobby’s Lass is also shortlisted
(37)010/-013
6 12-0
B m Kayf Tara - Marie Deja La (FR) Kielan Woods
Lady Godiva Racing Syndicate David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
Don Sebastiao Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Juliet Brown Whiting Landscape Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWModestformin 3noviceevents andwhileshetookastepforwardwhenrunner-uponhandicapdebutatHuntingdon(20.7f,soft)inApril, it would be something of an understatement to say that she failed to reproduce that level of form next time. Debut for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA93
3 HEDERAPARK(IRE)(33)0006F0D
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ivy Queen (IRE)
Mr Daf Jones
Br Grange Stud
6 11-5
Callum Pritchard (7)
Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 2 1/2m Worcester handicap last September and looked set to strike over the same C&D prior to falling at the final flight on penultimate start. Drop back to 2m counted against her last time and she’s by no means discounted. TFRHHHHH BHA91
4 KENTFORDMALLARD(GB)(131)1F62-40CD
B m Sulamani (IRE) - Kentford Grebe
11 11-3
Micheal Nolan
Mr D. I. Bare Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br D. I. Bare
We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent mare who scored here last October and shaped well in handicaps at Wincanton and Huntingdon during the spring Latest effort wasn’t one of her better ones, though, a few of these are more appealing. TFRHHHII BHA89
5 PACIFIC(GB)(118)05-02
B m Zoffany (IRE) - California (IRE)
5 10-13
James Best
Mrs Christina Dee Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Denford Stud Ltd FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced by far her best effort to date when collared close home by an unexposed tival in handicap hurdle at Stratford (18.7f, good to soft) in June Absent since but she’s nevertheless of strong interest switched to hurdles following a break TFRHHHHI BHA85
6
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Chocca Wocca Charlie Deutsch
Mr Bob Barrett
Br James and Jean Potter Ltd
Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Bob Price & Son Groundworks S
TIMEFORMVIEW There have been positives to glean from her 3 starts over hurdles and, with improvement anticipated now that moves up in trip for this handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA81
7 VONHALLERS(IRE)(160)1/UPP6-P
6 10-5
Br m Presenting - Afaraka (IRE) Tom Bellamy
Mr J. Perriss
Br Paddy Kennedy
Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer but yet to shine under Rules and she will need to take a significant forward in order to emerge on top here TFRHIIII BHA77
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
8 ASKHEROUT(IRE)(45)100-600
B m Ask - Fair And Aisey (IRE)
Mr Craig Pistaszczuk
Br Michael M. Byrne
6 10-2
Harry Kimber
Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum
All Groundworks (Southern) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner but she hasn’t shown much over hurdles to date and big step forward needed now that she ventures down the handicap route. TFRHIIII BHA73
9 CHARLOTTESQUARE(GB)(9)P00
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Le Badie (IRE)
4 10-2
Ben Poste
Didn’t Cost A Lot Racing Club Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Farleigh Racing & Newsells Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a handful of starts on the Flat for Andrew Balding and it’s been a similar scenario over hurdles so far. Major improvement required on handicap debut in this sphere TFRHIIII BHA73
2023: (See Div 1)
Hood worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 9.
Stewards Note:
VON HALLERS: Following its run on 7/5/2024 it was reported that the horse made a mistake
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Pacific (GB), 9-2 Leave Her To Me (GB), 5-1 My Bobby’s Lass (GB), 7-1 Kentford Mallard (GB), 15-2 Hedera Park (IRE), 10-1 No No Fizz (IRE), 25-1 Von Hallers (IRE), 50-1 Ask Her Out (IRE), 200-1 Charlotte Square (GB)
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First Race 1.30 - THE BLACKMORES BUILDING CONTRACTORS MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, October 8th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Blackmores Building Contractors have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 17 entries at £38. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
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Second Race 2.00 - THE C P CIVIL ENGINEERING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 8th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 12th. Penalties, after October 5th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb C P Civil Engineering have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 17 entries at £30. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
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Third Race 2.30 - THE MARKETING STOP EBF JUNIOR ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for three yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2024, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 8th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m October 12th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb. Marketing Stop have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 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 following seasons. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status, for the purpose of penalties in future hurdle races and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper 8 entries at £45. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
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Fourth Race 3.00 - THE COLIN PETTS MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 8th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 12th. Penalties, after October 5th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb The family of Colin Petts have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 15 entries at £38. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
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Fifth Race 3.30 - THE KESTREL VALLEY NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 8th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 12th. Penalties, after October 5th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb Kestrel Valley have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 14 entries at £30. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 12th. Penalties, after October 5th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb CB Protection Event Security Specialists have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 14 entries at £38. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE
Seventh Race 4.30 - THE HEREFORD RACING CLUB MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 8th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 12th. Penalties, after October 5th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Hereford Racing Club have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 14 entries at £30. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
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Eighth Race 5.05 - THE HEREFORD RACING CLUB MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 8th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 12th. Penalties, after October 5th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Hereford Racing Club have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 13 entries at £30. - Closed October 8th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
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