Newcastle Racecard – Thursday 16th February

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THURSDAY 16TH FEBRUARY (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward) MRS F. CLARK (Stewards' Panel Chair)

PHILIPPA HARDY, TRACEY HAMILTON, ROBERT McCARTHY

STARTER

MICHAEL REID

RUSSELL GARRITTY

JUDGE

DI CLARK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

WAYNE BURNELL

VETERINARY SURGEONS

LESLEY BARWISE-MUNROE

SALLY BOOTH

EUAN HAMMERSLEY

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr VIV TUT

Dr JIM CONNOLLY

Dr PETER EVANS

NURSE

ROBERT TAYLOR

VETERINARY OFFICER

DAVID GREEN

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

RACHEL KIRTLEY

CYRIL JOHNSTONE

JOE O'GORMAN

COMMENTATOR

GARETH TOPHAM

BETTING RING MANAGER

JOHN CLARK

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PAUL ELLIOTT

CLERK OF THE COURSE

ELOISE QUAYLE

GROUNDS MANAGER

MARK RYAN

LEAD SAFEGUARDING

OFFICIAL

PAUL ELLIOTT & ELOISE QUAYLE

DUTY SAFEGUARDING

OFFICIAL

MICHAEL SMITH

MATTHEW PARRY

horse’s name& birthplace

formguide

previous performances

/ = new season

- = new year

Bold type shows Point-to-Point form

C = course winner

horse’s saddlecloth number

no.ofdays sincelast ran

D = distance winner

CD = course & distance winner

colour graphic weight st-lb

BF = beaten favourite age

3 LAKE VIEW LAD (IRE) (23*) 132123- CD

8 10-13

Gr g Oscar (IRE) - Missy O’Brien (IRE) Henry Brooke

Mr Trevor Hemmings

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

Peter Magnier Trust Inns Limited Br

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

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII 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.

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KEY

FIRST RACE 1.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE QUINNBET CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (17 wins from 112 runners, 15%) runs SACRE PIERRE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 50 runners, 12%) runs SACRE PIERRE LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOWLINGMADMURDOCK trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 277 miles.

CLEARWHITE LIGHT shaped well in attempting to peg back a couple of more prominently-ridden rivals at Carlisle 10 days ago and, although his rider is unable to claim here, he’s still not yet fully exposed and remains one to be interested in. Progressive chaser Ladronne ran respectably returned to hurdling at Wetherby last time and needs considering off 3lb lower, with handicap-debutant Howlingmadmurdock completing the shortlist, for all less testing ground is an unknown.

1-2-3: 1.CLEAR WHITE LIGHT

2.LADRONNE (FR)

3.HOWLINGMADMURDOCK (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1

HOWLINGMADMURDOCK (IRE) (22) 1-12

6 12-0

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Bell Storm (IRE) Cameron Iles (10) ValueRacingClub.co.uk Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br The Beeches & Grange Stud Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Fontwell bumper in good style on his debut in February. Left Anthony Honeyball for £26,000 and found plenty to follow up on his Plumpton (15.9f) hurdling debut. Ran to a similar level upped in trip when second at Catterick and is still unexposed heading into handicaps (10lb claimer up). TFRHHHHI BHA118

2 SACRE PIERRE (FR) (69) F516-10

5 12-0

B g On Est Bien (IRE) - Goldance (FR) Peter Kavanagh (3) Cheshire Bloodstock Racing 1 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Mr Elie Lellouche Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back juvenile hurdle winner in 2021 and came out on top in workmanlike fashion in 4-runner handicap at Leicester (15.5f) on return Followed that with a modest effort at Doncaster, however, so needs to bounce back in a big way. TFRHHHII BHA118

3 CLEAR WHITE LIGHT (GB) (10) 41-3513 BF

7 12-0

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Dalkova Jack Hogan

The cosy at home family and friends

Br Godolphin

Adrian Keatley, Malton

TIMEFORM VIEWHexham winner for Sandy Forster in April and confirmed the promise of his stable debut when justifying support in 13-runner Doncaster handicap (19.5f) last month Shaped encouragingly in attempting to peg back a couple of more prominently-ridden rivals at Carlisle since and remains of interest TFRHHHHH BHA118

4 MOONLIGHT SPIRIT (IRE) (35) 1-PF

7 11-11

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Moonsail Charlotte Jones

D & Y Simpson, D Blyth, MLS Syndicate

James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br Godolphin Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart stayer on Flat in 2019 for Charlie Appleby. Made a winning hurdles debut at Carlisle last winter but is presumably hard to train and offered little promise 12 months on at Haydock. Got no further than the third switched to a handicap at Catterick last time and now steps up in trip TFRHHHII BHA115

5 LADRONNE (FR) (12) 451125 C D

B g Linda’s Lad - Worldeta (FR)

T C Racing Syndicate

Br Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu

9 11-11

William Shanahan (3)

Tjade Collier, Wilsden

T C Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWGoingtheright way over fences this season, landingback-to-back handicaps in the autumn, and found only a far less exposed sort too good in his hat-trick bid here in December Decent run back over hurdles when fifth at Wetherby 12 days ago and is now 3lb lower TFRHHHHI BHA115

6 SHERIFF GARRETT (IRE) (12) 5-64016 CD

B g Lawman (FR) - Few Are Chosen (IRE)

Ontoawinner 10 & Partner 4

Br Eimear Mulhern

9 11-8

Tom Midgley

Tim Easterby, Malton

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a reduced mark over C&D on Boxing Day, aided by the drop in grade and the run of the race

Didn’t have the same advantages when only sixth of 10 at Wetherby 12 days ago but probably remains in form TFRHHHII BHA112

7 MILLARVILLE (IRE) (49) 1416-52 D 10 11-6

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Portavoe (IRE)

Geoff and Elspeth Adam

Edward Austin

Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

Br Miss E. Hamilton Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWWon twice back to hurdles last winter and stepped up on her reappearance effort when just touched off in mares handicap at Kelso (2 1/4m, heavy) in December Nudged up 3lb for that, though, and more will be needed if she’s to go one better TFRHHHII BHA110

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

NIKGARDE (FR) (37) 1360/-0P

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Nikoline (FR)

8 11-1

Conor Rabbitt (3)

Mrs J. M. Dodd James Ewart, Langholm

Br S.C.E.A. Haras Du Puy Fitzdares

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair hurdler at best but fell away quickly on comeback over C&D in November and fared no better at Doncaster in race won by Clear White Light last time Lots to prove TFRHHIII BHA105

9 LES’S LEGACY (GB) (44) U-41312 BF

6 10-11

B g Kutub (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) Dillan Hurst (8)

Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett

Susan Corbett, Otterburn

Br Mr Les Richards Simpsons Malt Ltd, J E Douglas & Sons

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m winner at Hexham in 2022 and posted another solid effort when second of 5 at Musselburgh (19.8f) 44 days ago. However, it was a little disappointing he couldn’t get the job done having loomed up approaching 3 out, and this is tougher TFRHHHII BHA101

10 LISSEN TO THE LADY (IRE) (15) 1-46533 BF

B m Fame And Glory - Liss Rua (IRE)

9 10-6

Emma Smith-Chaston

Mr M H. Walton Sandy Forster, Kelso

Br Niall Flynn

TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced her fine Kelso record when landing third success last spring Caught the eye under a considerate ride on return and respectable efforts both starts since but others look better treated. TFRHHHII BHA96

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

NIKGARDE: Following its run on 10/1/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Clear White Light (GB), 9-2 Howlingmadmurdock (IRE), 6-1 Millarville (IRE), 8-1 Les’s Legacy (GB), 9-1 Ladronne (FR), 12-1 Moonlight Spirit (IRE), 14-1 Sheriff Garrett (IRE), Lissen To The Lady (IRE), 20-1 Sacre Pierre (FR), 40-1 Nikgarde (FR)

APPROXIMATE ODDS

Odds Indicator Boards are now all marked “Approximate Odds’’ and all show the same approximate odds on offer at any given time before the start. It will be appreciated that these are intended as a guide and cannot necessarily reflect either the resultant S.P or the Tote Dividend of the winner

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING

It is a condition of entry to this Racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Betting with Bookmakers other than those operating from an authorised pitch is strictly prohibited. Offenders will be escorted from the Racecourse and render themselves liable to prosecution.

A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS

Owners and Trainers Benefits

• Complimentary tea and coffee – available in the Owners and Trainers bar

• Complimentary food voucher – redeemable within the Charles Brandling Room situated on the 1st floor of Brandling House.

If you need assistance today please speak to our Owners & Trainers liaison, based in the Charles Brandling Room. For more information please visit www.newcastle-racecourse.co.uk

SECOND RACE 1.35

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 75YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE quinnbet.com NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £16000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £6462, 2nd £3230, 3rd £1616. (Penalty Value £8449.60)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (17 wins from 112 runners, 15%) runs RICHMOND LAKE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 50 runners, 12%) runs RICHMOND LAKE LONGEST TRAVELLER: RICHMOND LAKE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 174 miles.

All three of these like to go forward, so this promises to be a strongly-run affair and RICHMOND LAKE’s proven stamina (hurdles winner over 2 1/2m last season) could help give him the edge over the progressive Arthur’s Quay.The 7-y-o looked a good prospect when opening his chaseaccount at the second attempt atWetherby and there should be more come Fusain is 0-7 over fences and his hopes are largely pinned on the recent wind op sparking improvement.

1-2-3: 1.RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) 2.ARTHUR’S QUAY (IRE) 3.FUSAIN (FR)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

colours no horse age st lb

1 RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) (33) 12F0-61

7 11-10

B g Westerner - Chic Milan (IRE) Brian Hughes

Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br J.R. Weston Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice from half-a-dozen starts over hurdles and duly left chase debut form well behind when scoring in good style at Wetherby (15.2f, soft) last month. Further improvement on the cards and it’s unlikely that a 6lb rise will be enough to prevent him from following-up. TFRHHHHH BHA134

2 ARTHUR’S QUAY (IRE) (18) 033111 D

9 11-2

Jack Hogan (5) Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham

B g Beat Hollow - Bannow Girl (IRE)

Br Mr Jonathan Deacon

TIMEFORM VIEWRecord over fences in Ireland was 0-10 but has improved for new yard this season, completing the hat-trick in decisive fashion at Sedgefield (17f, soft) recently Should make a race of it with Richmond Lake, particularly if the addition of cheekpieces helps eke out a little more. TFRHHHHI BHA126

3 FUSAIN (FR) (52) 44-6524 D

8 10-5

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Savigny (FR) Henry Brooke

Mr Eamon McElligott Patrick Neville, Leyburn

Br Mrs Clotilde de Barmon et al The Red Armoury

TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful hurdler/chaser for Henry de Bromhead and produced his best effort to date on these shores when runner-up at Doncaster in November Not disgraced over 2 1/2m here last time (since undergone a wind op) and dropping back in trip should help but his 2 rivals boast more compelling claims. TFRHHIII BHA113

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 3

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

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Richmond Lake (IRE), 7-4 Arthur’s Quay (IRE), 10-1 Fusain (FR)

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Transfers from the Grandstand and Paddock to the Premier Enclosure are available from the Racecourse Office, opposite the Saddling Shed and from Brandling House.

THIRD RACE 2.10

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE quinnbet.com NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £9000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (17 wins from 112 runners, 15%) runs ROYAL MOGUL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs CHAPEL GREEN & THISTLEBUFFS LONGEST TRAVELLER: STEEL MY THUNDER trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 277 miles.

CHASE A FORTUNE has made a positive start over hurdles, the form of his Catterick third working out particularly well, and the 7lb he receives from penalised-winners Royal Mogul and Chapel Green may prove decisive.

1-2-3: 1.CHASE A FORTUNE 2.ROYAL MOGUL (IRE) 3.CHAPEL GREEN (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 CHAPEL GREEN (IRE) (52) 40-210

6 11-12

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - The Coolest Cat (IRE) Patrick Wadge (7)

The Kestrel Partnership Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Br Mr Richard Brown Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmedpromiseof hishurdlingdebutwhenoffthemarkinaKelsonoviceinNovember,despitenotyetlookingthefinishedarticle. Shaped better than result on handicap debut at Wetherby next time, so expected to bounce back returned to a novice TFRHHHHI BHA110

2 ROYAL MOGUL (IRE) (51) 623-212 BF

7 11-12

B g Doyen (IRE) - Tearaway Queen (IRE) Brian Hughes

Craig & Laura Buckingham Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Sean Naughton Manor Farm Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful maiden in bumpers for Fergal O’Brien and sound start over hurdles for new yard when runner-up at Wetherby Confirmed that promise when going one better at Catterick (19.3f) before good second under a penalty at Wetherby Should be in the mix again. TFRHHHHI BHA122

3 ALLIBABA (GB) (35) 2360P

5 11-5

B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Contenance (IRE) Thomas Dowson

Mr G. Nicholson Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br N. O’Neill Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when placed both starts in bumpers but well held over hurdles so far, including both starts for this yard (left W. P. Mullins for £28,000).

4 CHASE A FORTUNE (GB) (50) 245-223

B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Lucematic

Chasing the dream

Br T. C. Dawson

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-5

Sean Quinlan

Chris Grant, Billingham

www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form in bumpers and decent start over hurdles when placed at Kelso/ Catterick. Form pick on these terms.

5 HEEZTHEBOY (IRE) (44) 0

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lovely Native (IRE)

Mr John Wade

Br Mr Michael Ward

TFRHHHHH BHA114

6 11-5

Conor O’Farrell

Pauline Robson, Capheaton

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden 33/1 and hooded, twelfth of 13 in bumper at Musselburgh (15.6f, soft) on NH debut 44 days ago. Makes hurdles debut

6 LAST MISSION (FR) (178)

Br g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Magic Mission

Miss Alison P. Lee

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner, sold from James Evans £2,500 in

7 LAY DOWN THE LAW (IRE) (81) 6

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 11-5

Conor Rabbitt (7)

Maurice Barnes, Brampton

Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

November

Tongue strap on for 1st time

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-5

Ch g Rule of Law (USA) - Theatre Fool (IRE) Ryan Mania

green spittal and smith

Br Kedrah House Stud

R. Mike Smith, Galston

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden Sixth of 7 in bumper at Carlisle (17f, good to soft, 16/1) on NH debut 81 days ago. Makes hurdles debut

TFRHIIII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

LIBOR LAD (GB) (19) 0-006

B g Passing Glance - Sonic Weld

Wingate Associates Limited

5 11-5

James Davies

David Dennis, Banbury

Br Mr John Benfield DD Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Down the field in a couple of bumpers. Much better effort over hurdles when sixth of 13 in novice at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft, 150/1) 19 days ago but still has plenty to find TFRHHIII BHA-

9 LIGHTS ARE GREEN (IRE) (13) FP26-15

B g Califet (FR) - Katjakem (IRE)

6 11-5

Jonathon Bewley (3)

Miss Victoria Bewley George Bewley, Colby

Br John Hennessy Lloyd Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMade an unpromising start to his hurdles career at Kilbeggan in April last year when trained by Andrew Lynch. Subsequently won a point in October before not given a hard time back over hurdles at Catterick. TFRHHIII BHA-

10 RIGGSBY (IRE) (35)

5 11-5

B g Acclamation - Silk Affair (IRE) Jonathan England

The Hands and Heels Partnership Sam England, Guiseley

Br M. Fahy

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner, making GB/IRE jumps debut 18/1, second of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f) 35 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Julie Camacho. TFRHHHII BHA-

11 SHANTOU’S TEMPLE (GB) (44) 50-0

6 11-5

B g Shantou (USA) - Temple Green Henry Brooke

P Mayland & J Martin-Mayland Pauline Robson, Capheaton

Br Mrs J Martin-Mayland & Mr RP Mayland Robert Peter Mayland

TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced in bumpers for Tim Reed and was given a considerate introduction to hurdling after 9 months off at Musselburgh

12

SPLIT THE BILL (IRE) (16) 43-00

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-5

B g Champs Elysees - Spin The Wheel (IRE) Craig Nichol

Mr J N Swinbank Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br J. B. Bloodstock Ltd Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 28/1, eighth of 10 in novice hurdle at this C&D (soft) on hurdles bow 16 days ago.

13 STEEL MY THUNDER (IRE) (37) 00

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 11-5

B g Zambezi Sun - Ask Carol (IRE) Stan Sheppard ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br J. Dorrian Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Eighth of 10 in novice hurdle at Exeter (16.7f, heavy, 50/1) 37 days ago.

14 THISTLEBUFFS (IRE) (32) 4

B g Fame And Glory - Doransfirth (IRE)

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 11-5

Stephen Mulqueen

Mrs Jo Tracey & Mr K Alexander Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Br Mr Eddie Naughton Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Millen To One, stays 2 3/4m Showed plenty to work on amidst greenness when fourth of 12 in novice hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, heavy) on NH debut 32 days ago.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8.

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Chase A Fortune (GB), 3-1 Royal Mogul (IRE), 11-2 Chapel Green (IRE), 12-1 Thistlebuffs (IRE), 16-1 Riggsby (IRE), 25-1 Last Mission (FR), 33-1 Allibaba (GB), Lights Are Green (IRE), Shantou’s Temple (GB), 40-1 Libor Lad (GB), 66-1 Heeztheboy (IRE), Lay Down The Law (IRE), Steel My Thunder (IRE), 80-1 Split The Bill (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 2.45

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 75YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE quinnbet.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £11800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4766, 2nd £2382, 3rd £1192, 4th £596, 5th £297. (Penalty Value £6231.58)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): L Russell (15 wins from 112 runners, 13%) runs ANTEY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs ANTEY LONGEST TRAVELLER: WHODINI trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 170 miles.

BLUE HAWAII has been runner-up on 2 of her 3 starts over fences and is fancied to notch a deserved first win in this sphere. Lake Takapuna scored at Ayr last time and will be a major threat if able to continue in form, while the suspicion remains that we’ve not yet seen the best of chase newcomer Whodini.

1-2-3: 1.BLUE HAWAII (IRE) 2.LAKE TAKAPUNA (IRE) 3.WHODINI (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 ANTEY (GER) (46) 5P-4350 D

10 12-1

B g Lord of England (GER) - Achinora Stephen Mulqueen

Mr Gerry Mcgladery & Jim Beaumont

Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Br S. Penner Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful dual hurdles/chase winner for Willie Mulins earlier in career but essentially looked regressive for Patrick Griffin and has continued to offer little now for this yard, TFRHHIII BHA111

2 LAKE TAKAPUNA (IRE) (15) 5/2-5541 D

12 12-1

B g Shantou (USA) - Close To Shore (IRE) Brian Hughes

Graham,Hughes,Kesson,Arthur & Craig Farm James Ewart, Langholm

Br Victor Connolly Fitzdares, Clyde Power & Renewables Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWTook advantage of much-reduced mark to score in 9-runner handicap chase at Ayr (16.5f, soft) 15 days ago. Remains well treated from 5lb higher mark on his best form, though consistency has never been a strong point. TFRHHHHI BHA111

3 TRESHNISH (FR) (8) 4-31235 CD

Ch g Gold Away (IRE) - Didn’t I Tell You (IRE)

10 11-13

Ross Chapman

D G Pryde & D Van Der Hoeven Sue Smith, Bingley

Br Mme Clody Norton Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBegan the season in good heart, scoring at Hexham in November either side of creditable placed efforts. Laboured performances both outings since, though, and jumping can often prove an issue. TFRHHHII BHA109 (-2)

4 BLUE HAWAII (IRE) (18) 202-202 D

B m Jeremy (USA) - Luanna (IRE)

R. Banks & J. Sheard

8 11-11

Sean Quinlan

Tjade Collier, Wilsden

Br Garryrichard Stud Jeremy Sheard

TIMEFORM VIEWMatched her fair hurdles form first time up over fences when second in 6-runner handicap at Catterick in November, collared on line Quickly back to form when filling runner-up spot again at Sedgefield 18 days ago and she’s expected to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA107

5 WHODINI (IRE) (86) r43-44 BF

Ch g Conduit (IRE) - Mosey On Molly (IRE)

6 11-6

Henry Brooke

Malcolm Jones and John Norbury Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Robert McGurgan Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEW£60,000 purchase who made the frame both starts in bumpers. Not at that level in pair of starts over hurdles, below expectations when odds-on at Sedgefield last time and is clearly thought capable of better now making chase debut after wind-op. TFRHHHHI BHA102

6 THE JAD FACTOR (IRE) (45) 3125-0F C

B g Arcadio (GER) - Sumability (IRE)

John Dickson

Br Kenneth Parkhill

7 11-2

Ryan Mania

R. Mike Smith, Galston

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over hurdles at Newcastle last term and was in the process of running well when falling in handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, heavy) 45 days ago. Makes chase debut over shortest trip he’s faced for long time TFRHHHII BHA98

7 CONTRE ORDRE (FR) (52) 55-4056 D

B g Martinborough (JPN) - Turga de La Tour (FR)

5 11-1

Conor O’Farrell

Mr Graeme Newton Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Ingrid Desagnat & Pierre, Simon, Renan D

Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful chaser in France but yet to fire for current stable Cheekpieces are on for the first time but he’s hard to make a strong case for.

HHIII BHA99

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

RELKADAM (FR) (22) 0-65635

Ch g Muhtathir - Gloirez (FR)

Ryedale Partners No 12

Br Mr Richard Corveller

9 10-6

Jamie Hamilton

Tim Easterby, Malton

Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Won at Catterick in January 2022 but has been more miss than hit since, again failing to fire when attempting to win the same Catterick event this around Blinkers now applied. TFRHHHII BHA88

9 SIX ONE NINE (IRE) (52) F0F262 CD

8 10-4

B g Cloudings (IRE) - Indian Athlete (IRE) Danny McMenamin

D&D Armstrong Ltd Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Joseph Campbell

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Runner-up both starts over fences this winter, including in 10-runner event over C&D (soft, 18/1) 52 days ago. Can give a good account but probably needs a couple to falter here in a stronger event than he usually contests. TFRHHHII BHA86

10 FOURTH OF JULY (IRE) (16) 623350

B g Salutino (GER) - Akasha (IRE)

8 10-2

Thomas Dowson

Bruce, and Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston

Br Ronald O’Neill

TIMEFORMVIEWSixteen runs since last win in 2021 and hasn’t been at his best yet this term, including when seventh of 11 in handicap chase at this C&D (good to soft, 7/1) 16 days ago. Opposable again from out of handicap. TFRHHIII BHA81

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Lake Takapuna (IRE), 4-1 Blue Hawaii (IRE), 15-2 Whodini (IRE), Relkadam (FR), 10-1 Treshnish (FR), Six One Nine (IRE), 12-1 Fourth of July (IRE), 18-1 The Jad Factor (IRE), 22-1 Antey (GER), 40-1 Contre Ordre (FR)

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FIFTH RACE 3.20

ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 149YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES

THE quinnbet.com MARES’ 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 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (15 wins from 133 runners, 11%) runs HOWZAT HIRIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs HOWZAT HIRIS LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHESUPINCOURT trained by R Potter, Sellack, 278 miles.

LONE STAR has been much improved of late, making it 2 wins from her last 3 starts with another commanding victory at Ayr on Tuesday and, unpenalized for that success, she earns the vote. That said, fellow last-time-out winner Aazza was impressive herself when scoring over this sort of trip at Doncaster in January and is a big threat, ahead of On We Go

1-2-3: 1.LONE STAR 2.AAZZA (IRE) 3.ON WE GO (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 ON WE GO (IRE) (15) 2115F1 D

10 12-0

B m Robin des Pres (FR) - Clan Music (IRE) Sean Quinlan

Mrs K. Elliott Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

Br Sean McNamara Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWPlenty of positives for Gillian Boanas, gaining fourth success from last 7 starts at Ayr (24.3f) 15 days ago, well positioned but ultimately doing it well Assessor applies further progress now but fancied to be in the mix again. TFRHHHII BHA104

2 LADY BOWES (GB) (2) 32F-P2P

9 12-0

B m Malinas (GER) - Blazing Bay (IRE) Charlotte Jones (3) Bowes Lodge Stables James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br Bowes Lodge Stables James Moffatt Racing Stables

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper/maiden hurdle winner who has finished pulled up on 2 of last 3 starts, latterly at Ayr (24.3f) on Tuesday. Others come here with more pressing claims on the back of that TFRHHHII BHA104

3 AAZZA (IRE) (37) 5-3U421 D

7 11-13

B m Beat Hollow - Kalygarde (FR) Dylan Johnston (7)

Helen Ray and Isabel Tebay

Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

Br Louis G. Vambeck Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWBolted up in a conditional jockeys’ event at Doncaster (3m) just over 3 weeks ago. Handicapper reacted with a hefty 13lb rise but she’s still relatively low mileage and may well take a bit of stopping if showing up in similar form TFRHHHHI BHA103

4 LONE STAR (GB) (2) 524121 C

B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE)

John Cornforth and Peter Rawcliffe

Br R. Johnson

6 11-2

Joe Williamson (5)

Philip Kirby, Richmond

Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWOff the mark over 2 1/2m here on Boxing Day and continued good work since, runner-up to a next-time-out winner at Market Rasen (20.6f) prior to scoring with ease at Ayr (20.5f) on Tuesday. Goes unpenalized here and leading claims again. TFRHHHHH BHA92 (+5)

5 NOBLE AFFAIR (IRE) (111) 0063-20

7 11-2

B m Morozov (USA) - Tudor Glyn (IRE) Ryan Mania

The Optimistic Syndicate Jane Walton, Otterburn

Br Ms M. Russell Robson Equine Therapy

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden who was down the field on handicap debut at Wetherby (21.2f) when last seen in October. 4lb lower back from another absence but she may need further respite from the assessor before becoming competitive. TFRHHIII BHA92

6 FIADH (IRE) (21) 6400-0P C

B m Fame And Glory - Lady Charisma

Mr G. F. White

Br Ms Jill Farrell

7 11-1

Brian Hughes

Chris Grant, Billingham

TIMEFORM VIEWBumper/mares’ maiden hurdle winner but found the going tough despite a sliding mark in handicaps losing place 5 out and beaten quickly at Wetherby (19.7f) 3 weeks ago. Brian Hughes again in the plate now upped in trip TFRHHHII BHA91

7 JUST JESS (IRE) (20) 00-0310

7 11-0

B m Yeats (IRE) - She’s On The Case (IRE) Ross Chapman

Widdop Wanderers Sue Smith, Bingley

Br Parkville Stud Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWUnexposed as a stayer and confirmed more positive signs when doubling career tally from 4lb lower mark at Catterick (25.3f) on New Year’s Day. Disappointed up in grade when eighth at Doncaster latest but this rates more suitable TFRHHHII BHA90

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

ATOMIC ANGEL (GB) (16) 246P14

Gr m Geordieland (FR) - Sovereignoftheseas

Castle View Racing

8 10-13

Sam Coltherd

Susan Corbett, Otterburn

Br Mrs A. M. L. Munnis Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORMVIEWDual hurdles winner last term who dispelled a poor effort over fences when scoring comfortably in this sphere at Catterick (25.3f) on penultimate start. Far from disgraced when fourth over 22f here latest and return to further a plus TFRHHHII BHA89

9 SILVER COIN (IRE) (117) 0-440

B or Gr m Fairly Ransom (USA) - Hayestown Lady (IRE)

Best Foot Forward & Partner

6 10-8

Jamie Hamilton

Ruth Jefferson, Malton

Br Miss Sarah Goff Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHinted at ability in a bumper/first two starts over hurdles (both at 2 1/2m). Probably best not judged too harshly on her handicap debut effort (upped markedly in trip) at Kelso in October but she will need to jump better than she did then back from a break. TFRHHHII BHA84

10 SHESUPINCOURT (GB) (14) 462225

6 10-4

Dylan Kitts (7) Ryan Potter Racing Club Ryan Potter, Sellack

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Supreme Cove

Br A. W. Buller

TIMEFORMVIEWFilled runners-up spot for thirdsuccessive start atFfos Las (21.8f) last month, goinglikebest horse at theweights and collared only last 50 yds. Jumping let her down at Fakenham (23.4f) 2 weeks ago but she’s not dismissed out of hand for each-way purposes. TFRHHHII BHA80

11 HOWZAT HIRIS (FR) (46) 53-4600

6 10-2

Gr m Al Namix (FR) - Une Dame d’Or (FR) Joshua Thompson (10) Sticky Wicket Racing Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWSurpassed previous exploits when third in a Wetherby handicap (3m) last March but failed to build on that in handful of subsequent outings, well held at Catterick (25.3f) on New Year’s Day. TFRHHIII BHA72

12

NAIROBI GIRL (IRE) (38) 1-F60P5

7 10-2

B m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Colligan Wood (IRE) Patrick Wadge (7) Mrs P. Groves Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

Br G. Kelly Quattro Products Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint bumper winner but hasn’t made any impact under Rules to date, again well held equipped with first-time cheekpieces on qualifying hurdles run at Ayr (20.5f) in January. Plenty on her plate from miles out of the weights on handicap bow. TFRHIIII BHA53

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 12.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

LADY BOWES: Following its run on 14/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Lone Star (GB), 7-2 Aazza (IRE), 7-1 On We Go (IRE), 11-1 Atomic Angel (GB), 12-1 Shesupincourt (GB), 14-1 Lady Bowes (GB), Just Jess (IRE), 22-1 Fiadh (IRE), Silver Coin (IRE), 28-1 Howzat Hiris (FR), 40-1 Noble Affair (IRE), 66-1 Nairobi Girl (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 3.55

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 91YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE WILL PUGH 21ST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £11800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4766, 2nd £2382, 3rd £1192, 4th £596, 5th £297. (Penalty Value £6231.58)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Menzies (20 wins from 127 runners, 16%) runs TWOSHOTSOFTEQUILA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs RETURN FIRE WEIGHTWATCHER: FLYING VERSE won off a handicap mark of 113, his rating is now down 6lb to 107. LONGEST TRAVELLER: FLYING VERSE trained by D Dennis, Banbury, 235 miles.

Had he not lost momentum at the final fence at Sedgefield, TWOSHOTSOFTEQUILA probablywouldhavewonand,withfurtherprogresslikely,compensationawaitshere.NextonthelistisLoughermore, who shaped pretty encouragingly over hurdles last time and he resumes in this sphere on an attractive mark. Hitman Fred’s latest effort needs forgiving but if he puts his best foot forward he will be in with a fighting chance.

1-2-3: 1.TWOSHOTSOFTEQUILA (IRE)

2.LOUGHERMORE (IRE) 3.HITMAN FRED (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 TWOSHOTSOFTEQUILA (IRE) (18) 25-4432

6 12-2

B g Snow Sky - Inouette (IRE) Nathan Moscrop

Hetton Boys Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br Roger Symes Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEWSedgefield maiden hurdle winner who was arguably unlucky not to make it third time lucky in this sphere when runner-up at the same course (19.3f, soft) recently Couldn’t grumble with a 2lb nudge, given that he pulled clear of the third, and remains unexposed as a chaser TFRHHHHH BHA112

2 HITMAN FRED (IRE) (22) 011-31P D

B g Getaway (GER) - Garravagh Lass (IRE)

10 12-1

Craig Nichol

The Friday Lions 2 Rose Dobbin, Alnwick

Br Eamonn O’ Donnabhain Hazelrigg Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWLikeable type who scored 4 times in 2021 and added to his tally on second start back from a break at Ayr in December Ran no sort of a race at Catterick (25.2f, soft) next time but drying ground here in his favour and solid each-way chance if able to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA111

3 FLYING VERSE (GB) (18) 2115P3 D

B g Yeats (IRE) - Flight Sequence

Dr C. A. Barnett

11 11-11

Brian Hughes

David Dennis, Banbury

Br Jim Cockburn DD Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHad a good spell over fences after wind surgery in the summer, recording back-to-back wins at Stratford (22.6f) and Musselburgh (31.5f) in October/November Latest third off this mark at Southwell was creditable but likely to find one or two too good all the same TFRHHHII BHA107

4 DRAGONFRUIT (GB) (18) 45U-2P4

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Fruity Farm

Mrs Beverley Bostock

8 11-11

Henry Brooke

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Exors of the Late Edward Crow Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEWBack to best when second of 6 in handicap chase at Sedgefield on return in November However, he has failed to match that level of form in 2 subsequent starts, adding to what is best described as a patchy record TFRHHIII BHA107

5 RETURN FIRE (IRE) (21) 0-31144 CD

B g Leading Light (IRE) - There On Time (IRE)

Tay Valley Chasers Racing Club

Br Barry Murphy

7 11-11

Patrick Wadge (7)

Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Orion Group

TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back winner at Hexham and over this C&D in November prior to finishing a respectable fourth to Hitman Fred at Ayr the following month. Another fair effort last time but he’s probably a shade too high in the weights for now. TFRHHHII BHA107

6 FOLLOW YOUR ARROW (FR) (13) 0-3142P

7 11-7

B or Br g Crillon (FR) - Rakane Rouge (FR)

George Bewley, Colby

Jonathon Bewley (3) Annett, Richardson, Eales and Todd

Br Mr Xavier Leredde

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark at the second attempt over fences when landing a 2 1/2m Hexham handicap last summer. Runner-up back from a break there in November but subsequent Catterick effort was poor and he’s going into the unknown trip-wise here. TFRHIIII BHA103

7 COURT AT SLIP (IRE) (21) 4-43146 C

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Fame (IRE)

Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner

6 11-7

Mr William Easterby (5)

Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Leo Matheson Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWJumpedsoundlywhenmakingawinningchasedebutatWetherbyDecember Hasfailedtoreproducethatformsince,though,andhischance probably depends on whether the new headgear (sports first-time blinkers in place of usual cheekpieces) has a positive effect TFRHHIII BHA103

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

LOUGHERMORE (IRE) (21) 224050 9 10-8

B g Milan - Seductive Dance

Br John Dwan and John Brennan

Simon Waugh, Morpeth

William Shanahan (7) Northumberland Racing Club

Simon Waugh Racing

Strikerateisn’tthebestbyanymeansbutnowjust1lbabovethemarkofwhichhelandeda31/4mSouthwellhandicapchaselastMay,and there were positives to draw from his latest effort over hurdles in this headgear combination at Wetherby (19.7f, soft) 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHHI BHA90

TIMEFORMVIEW

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8.

Stewards Note:

HITMAN FRED: Following its run on 25/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer felt the ground was inapt.

FOLLOW YOUR ARROW: Following its run on 3/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

COURT AT SLIP: Following its run on 26/1/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Twoshotsoftequila (IRE), 13-2 Hitman Fred (IRE), 7-1 Return Fire (IRE), 17-2 Loughermore (IRE), 9-1 Flying Verse (GB), 11-1 Court At Slip (IRE), 14-1 Follow Your Arrow (FR), 16-1 Dragonfruit (GB)

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Will Pugh 21st Birthday Celebration Handicap Chase

Will’s family and friends are here to celebrate his 21st birthday with him. His sporting passions are rugby and racing.

Too tall and too heavy to be a jockey, sponsoring a race is the next best thing to celebrate his love of racing. Congratulations on your 21st, Will and may all runners and riders come back safe and sound!

SEVENTH RACE 4.30

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)

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

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (15 wins from 133 runners, 11%) runs PENPAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Jardine (3 wins from 25 runners, 12%) runs BULLS AYE & SOMETHING GOLDEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: FAZAYTE trained by R Potter, Sellack, 278 miles.

A few with chances but IVETWIGGEDIT escapes a penalty for her recent conditional jockeys’success at Doncaster so can make it 2-2 for her new yard. Burrows Hall can take a step forward now going handicapping and is next on the list ahead of Bebside Banter and Licit.

1-2-3: 1.IVETWIGGEDIT 2.BURROWS HALL (FR) 3.BEBSIDE BANTER (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

colours no horse age st lb

1 FAZAYTE (FR) (19) 131232

8 12-0

B g Spider Flight (FR) - Vakina (FR) Dylan Kitts (7)

Mr S. McCafferty Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br O. Roussel, S. Moisson & N. Moisson

TIMEFORMVIEW Scored at Market Rasen in December 4/1, respectable second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) 19 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA103

2 HORN CAPE (FR) (76) 10/P6-34

6 11-12

Gr g Fame And Glory - Capstone (FR) Kevin Brogan

Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham

Br M.L. Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWEx-French bumper winner who has shown some promise in Britain for Nicky Henderson, fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f, soft) 76 days ago when needing lesser test Open to progress back in trip for his new yard TFRHHHII BHA101

3 HUNGRY TIGER (IRE) (80) 26-3220

B g Morozov (USA) - Ballinamona Wish (IRE)

C D

9 11-9

Jonathon Bewley (3)

Mrs C. Holland George Bewley, Colby

Br Ben Furney Lloyd Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won here last February and reached the frame 3 times during the summer. Well held after a lay-off at Catterick last time but can bounce back now TFRHHHII BHA98

4 OAKMONT (FR) (98) 3-4F360 D

10 11-5

Ch g Turtle Bowl (IRE) - Onega Lake (IRE) Jamie Hamilton

The Sheroot Partnership James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br All Along LLC The Vilprano Partnership

TIMEFORMVIEW Has hinted at promise on his last two starts, set a lot to do when seventh here latest one. Not dismissed eased 1lb.

5 BURROWS HALL (FR) (20) 360-20

TFRHHHII BHA94

6 11-4

B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - La Vie de Boitron (FR) Ross Chapman

Mrs C.Casterton & Mrs J.Morgan Sue Smith, Bingley

Br Mme Julie Morgan Pektron Group Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Good second in a 2m novice at Hexham in April. Off 9 months before fading eighth at Doncaster 20 days ago so can take a step forward now on his handicap debut TFRHHHHI BHA93

6 FATHERS ADVICE (IRE) (38) 444506

6 11-3

B g Aiken - I’ll Have It (IRE) William Shanahan (7) The Racing Suite R. Mike Smith, Galston

Br Alastair Pim

TIMEFORMVIEW Still looking for first success and again failed to last home when sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (16f) 38 days ago. Others appeal more TFRHHIII BHA92

7 SOMETHING GOLDEN (IRE) (16) 0U056

Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuil Le Vic (IRE)

Mrs C Brown & Mr I J Jardine

Br Robert B. Hodgins

7 11-2

Dylan Johnston (7)

Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 66/1, good sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle at this course (22f, soft) 16 days ago. Back down in trip Others look better treated at these weights, though TFRHHIII BHA91

8

LICIT (IRE) (22) 3/-4U0

6 10-13

B m Poet’s Voice - Deserted Mr William Easterby (5)

Mr I. P. Crane Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Preston Lodge Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner on the Flat in the autumn Fourth back hurdling at Newcastle in November and not ruled out off a falling mark here TFRHHHII BHA88

9 MAGIC MIKE (IRE) (22) 6560B0

6 10-9

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Lady Gogo (IRE) Danny McMenamin

Mr A. Robson Paul Robson, Hawick

Br Dixie Cotterell

TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame second start in points and Irish bumper efforts for John Halley weren’t devoid of promise but has cut little ice for his current yard More is required now going handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA84

10 BEBSIDE BANTER (IRE) (44) 0P-002

6 10-6

B g Westerner - Hard Fought (IRE) Sean Quinlan

D&D Armstrong Ltd Chris Grant, Billingham

Br John F. Dwyer

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 14/1, excellent second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (15.6f, soft) 44 days ago, clear of rest Winner has gone in again since so not ruled out TFRHHHII BHA81

11 EDEN MILL (IRE) (38) 05-0562

6 10-2

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Mistress Pope (IRE) Craig Nichol

TD9 Racing Donald Whillans, Hawick

Br J. Mangan Borders Distillery

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden who posted a solid second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (16f, heavy) 38 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA77

12 IVETWIGGEDIT (GB) (7) 0006-1 D

6 10-2

B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Southern Exit Cameron Iles (10)

Mr L. J. Strangman Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Br L. J. Strangman Plusbac

TIMEFORMVIEWOff 13 months before much improved on yard debut when landing conditional jockeys’ handicap hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f, good) 7 days ago. Leading claims off the same mark here. TFRHHHHH BHA77 (+12)

13 BULLS AYE (IRE) (44) 5P-40P

Ch g Intello (GER) - Wo de Xin

5 10-2

Miss Ailsa McClung (7)

Mr Gerry McGladery Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br Sunderland Holding Inc. Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair winner at 7f on flat 33/1 and visor on for 1st time in this code, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (15.6f, soft) 44 days ago, losing place quickly. Subsequent wind op needs to spark a resurgence TFRHHIII BHA76

14 PENPAL (FR) (286) P0403-P

8 10-2

Ch g Muhtathir - Penkinella (FR) Miss Becky Smith

The Golden Cuckoo Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Magalen Bryant & David Powell Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW French claiming winner who has largely struggled since joining this yard, pulled up at Market Rased in May Returns after a wind op with something to prove TFRHHIII BHA75

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 13.

Hood worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 13, 14.

Stewards Note:

OAKMONT: Following its run on 10/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

LICIT: Following its run on 25/1/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered accidental interference.

PENPAL: Following its run on 6/5/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer a softer surface.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Ivetwiggedit (GB), 9-1 Fazayte (FR), Horn Cape (FR), Bebside Banter (IRE), 10-1 Burrows Hall (FR), 11-1 Hungry Tiger (IRE), 14-1 Eden Mill (IRE), 25-1 Oakmont (FR), Fathers Advice (IRE), 28-1 Licit (IRE), 33-1 Penpal (FR), 66-1 Something Golden (IRE), Magic Mike (IRE), Bulls Aye (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.00 - THE QUINNBET CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 4th, 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 February 13th, 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. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £25 awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 25th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Cab On Target Series qualifiers during the current season. 22 entries at £50. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.35 - THE quinnbet.com NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8449 to the winning horse The second to receive £3888, and the third £1944. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £80 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £25 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 7 entries, 1 at £16 and 6 at £80. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6462; Second £3230; Third £1616. (Penalty Value £8449.60)

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Third Race 2.10 - THE quinnbet.com NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £25 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 24 entries at £45. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

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Fourth Race 2.45 - THE quinnbet.com

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6231 to the winning horse The second to receive £2867, the third £1433, the fourth £717 and the fifth £357. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £59 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £25 awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North One Man Series Final, to be run over a distance of 2m at Carlisle on 26th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North One Man Series qualifiers during the current season. 13 entries at £59. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4766; Second £2382; Third £1192; Fourth £596; Fifth £297. (Penalty Value £6231.58)

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Fifth Race 3.20 - THE quinnbet.com MARES’ 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 four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 19 entries at £41. - Closed February 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.

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Sixth Race 3.55 - THE WILL PUGH

21ST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6231 to the winning horse The second to receive £2867, the third £1433, the fourth £717 and the fifth £357. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £59 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Friends and family of Will Pugh have kindly sponsored this race They will present memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £25 awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 26th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Red Rum Series qualifiers during the current season. 22 entries, 1 at £11 and 21 at £59. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4766; Second £2382; Third £1192; Fourth £596; Fifth £297. (Penalty Value £6231.58)

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Seventh Race 4.30 - THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4330 to the winning horse The second to receive £1992, the third £996, the fourth £498 and the fifth £248. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £25 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Sea Pigeon Series qualifiers during the current season. 25 entries at £41.Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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