Newcastle Racecard - Sunday 3rd March

INFORMATION

Abandonment Policy

In the event of a race meeting being abandoned before the first race, a full refund will be made. If the meeting is abandoned after the first race but before the third, a 50% refund will be made in the same manner as a full refund If the meeting is abandoned after the third race, no refund will be made. Customers must retain their badges, which are date stamped and numbered, in order to obtain a refund. They must be presented or sent to the Racecourse Office from two days after the meeting Hospitality & Admission Packages are subject to charges if food has been consumed.

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SUNDAY 03 MARCH (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward), JOHN WILSON (Stewards' Panel Chair)

HELEN KINSELLA, ROBERT MCCARTHY, GWEN THOMAS

STARTERS

JASON CALLAGHAN

MICHAEL REID

JUDGE

NICHOLAS HARGREAVE

CLERK OF THE SCALES

KARL CURRAN

VETERINARY OFFICER

DAVID GREEN

VETERINARY SURGEONS

LESLEY BARWISE-MUNRO

EUAN HAMMERSLEY

EWEN MACAULEY

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr VIV TUT

Dr PETER EVANS

NURSE

CRAIG ORD

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

RACHEL KIRTLEY

ALEC DENT

JOE O'GORMAN

COMMENTATOR

STEVEN POWELL

BETTING RING MANAGER

ALASTAIR MCCREADIE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PAUL ELLIOTT

CLERK OF THE COURSE

RICHARD ALDOUS

GROUNDS MANAGER

MARK RYAN

LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS

PAUL ELLIOTT

DUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICIAL

MICHAEL SMITH

PAUL ELLIOTT

HOW TO READ

Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate Handicap

Owners silks graphic

Horse’s name& birthplace No.ofdays sincelastran

Horse’s saddlecloth number

Formguide-previous performances:

/ =new season, - = new year, Bold type shows All-Weather form

C = course winner, D = distance winner

CD = course & distance winner

BF = beaten favourite weight st-lb age draw

1 TRUESHAN (FR) (80) 26111-1 D 6 10-8 (10)

B g Planteur (IRE) - Shao Line (FR) Hollie Doyle

SINGULA PARTNERSHIP

Alan King, Barbury Castle

Mr Didier Blot Hare Group Ltd Br

TIMEFORMVIEW Established himself as the best stayer in Europe last year, winning Goodwood Cup, Cadran at Longchamp and Long Distance Cup at Ascot. Took Nottingham Listed race on return but asking an awful lot of him to defy a mark of 120. TFR HHHII BHA 120

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor 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. 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

Trueshan - the winner of the 2022

FIRST RACE 4.52

TWO MILES ABOUT 56 YARDS (2M AND 56 YARDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BETUK. HOME OF THE ACCA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)

Total prize fund £15000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6194, 2nd £3098, 3rd £1548, 4th £774, 5th £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): B Ellison (40 wins from 416 runners, 10%) runs KISS MY FACE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (5 wins from 26 runners, 19%) runs HEATHERDOWN HERO LONGEST TRAVELLER: VISION OF HOPE trained by S Pearce & EASY EQUATION trained by C Fellowes, both Newmarket, 241 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

EASY EQUATION has reached the podium on both outings for Charlie Fellowes and this thorough stayer gets the verdict to record a fourth career success Vision of Hope looks back to near her best on the evidence of her recent outings and rates as the main threat, with Freewheelin a tentative pick for third.

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

1-2-3: 1.EASY EQUATION (FR) 2.VISION OF HOPE 3.FREEWHEELIN colours no horse age st lb Draw

PLAY SMARTER

1 VISION OF HOPE (GB) (23) 1/300-33 5 9-9 (1)

B m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Utopian Dream George Wood

Eric Jones & Partners Simon Pearce, Newmarket

Br Meon Valley Stud Tote

Another good effort when third of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 18/1) 23 days ago. Significantly up in trip Working his way back

3

back up in trip Plenty to find on form

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Bridle Belle Ben Robinson

Dan Gilbert, Andrew Bruce & Partner Brian Ellison, Malton

Br Mrs H. Steel Brian Ellison Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Three wins from 9 runs last year 4/1, last of 6 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (25f, heavy) 13 days ago. Fair on the Flat, creditable on last Flat run. Others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA57

4 EASY EQUATION (FR) (30) 14032-3 D

6 9-5 (7)

B g Rajsaman (FR) - Simple Solution (USA) Saffie Osborne

R Humphrey O Humphrey A Favell

Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket

Br Madame Karen Doyle Roy Humphrey Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Again ran creditably when third of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 30 days ago. Still early days for current yard and he rates as shortlist material TFRHHHHH BHA56

5 HEATHERDOWN HERO (GB) (9) 633-054

5 9-1 (6)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Mariee Hollie Doyle

Mr James Adams Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br Miss K. Rausing J. R. Adams (Newcastle) Limited, James Adams, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEWSeventeen runs since sole win in 2022 Creditable fourth of 10 in handicap (4/1) at Wolverhampton (14f) 9 days ago, left poorly placed. Headstrong tendencies means he’s never the easiest ride and he’ll likely need a couple of these to falter TFRHHHII BHA52

6 BEST GUESS (IRE) (15) 5030-00

4 8-13 (4)

Ch g Australia - Duet Mark Winn (3)

Mr Anthony White Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

Br Abdullah Al Attiyah

TIMEFORMVIEW 150/1 and blinkered for 1st time, eighth of 10 in handicap at this course (12.4f) 15 days ago. Significantly up in trip Others preferred. TFRHHHII BHA53

7 FREEWHEELIN (GB) (52) 23453-5 CD

6 8-9 (2)

B g Poet’s Voice - Certral Andrew Breslin (3)

Mr A. Tattersall John Norton, Barnsley

Br Kristian Strangeway Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 25/1, looked rusty on first run since leaving Tom Tate when fifth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 52 days ago. Return to 2m should help and it’s possible he’ll step forward. TFRHHHII BHA46

8

CRYSTAL GUARD (IRE) (9) 03-2040 C

6 8-9 (8)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Crystal Melody Lewis Edmunds

Let’s Be Lucky Racing 33 Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br Grangecon Stud Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2023 Last of 10 in handicap (15/2) at Wolverhampton (14f) 9 days ago. Has work to do TFRHHHII BHA44

2023: BOBBY SHAFTOE 5 9 3 Paul Mulrennan 13-8 (Jim Goldie) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 1, 5. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8. Stewards Note:

HEATHERDOWN HERO: Following its run on 23/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. CRYSTAL GUARD: Following its run on 23/2/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Easy Equation (FR), 10-3 Vision of Hope (GB), 5-1 Heatherdown Hero (GB), 7-1 Kiss My Face (GB), 11-1 Freewheelin (GB), 12-1 Crystal Guard (IRE), 16-1 Can Can Girl (IRE), 40-1 Best Guess (IRE)

POSITION OF STALLS

2m - Inside

1m2f and 1m4f - Outside Straight Course races - Centre

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.

RADIOS & MOBILES TELEPHONES

The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc, for any purpose at the racecourse.

Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes.

Further details are available from the racecourse office.

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the 1st floor of Brandling House.

Charles Brandling Room

SECOND RACE 5.25

TWO MILES ABOUT 56 YARDS (2M AND 56 YARDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BETUK. HOME OF THE ACCA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)

Total prize fund £15000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6194, 2nd £3098, 3rd £1548, 4th £774, 5th £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): Mrs P Kirby (21 wins from 316 runners, 7%) runs MISSCARLETT

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mrs P Kirby (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs MISSCARLETT

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MILLE MIGLIA trained by C A Mcbratney, Ireland.

RACE SUMMARY

ABRAAJ was beaten only narrowly despite being unfavoured by the run of the race at Kempton last time and he’s fancied to make amends here, though the presence of the potentially well-treated Ney should mean the selection has plenty to think about. Zephlyn backed up January’s C&D success with a sound effort at Southwell and can complete the placings

1-2-3: 1.ABRAAJ (FR) 2.NEY (IRE) 3.ZEPHLYN (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

PLAY SMARTER

colours no horse age st lb Draw

1 ABRAAJ (FR) (11) 0/0620-3

B g Shalaa (IRE) - Wonderous Light (IRE)

6 9-9 (7)

Jack Mitchell

Conde, Hanger, Jones, Noone & Noone Simon Pearce, Newmarket

Br Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov Ownland Homes Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked unlucky not to win when neck third of 9 to Legacy Power at Kempton last time, needing stronger gallop but finishing well Never been the most reliable, but hails from in-form yard and drops back down in grade here TFRHHHHH BHA60

2 YAKHABAR (GB) (15) 64555-1 C

B g Ulysses (IRE) - End of An Era (IRE)

Foulrice Park Racing Limited

5 9-7 (2)

Billy Garritty

Liam Bailey, Middleham

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Show Business Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, won 10-runner handicap at this course (12.4f) 15 days ago. Significantly back up in trip Can give another good account from 3lb higher mark. TFRHHHII BHA58

3 ALCHEMYSTIQUE (IRE) (47) 32006-2

7 9-6 (5)

B m Authorized (IRE) - Nice To Know (FR) Grace McEntee (3)

Lysways Racing Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley

Br Paul Hancock

TIMEFORM VIEW Stopped the slide when second of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f, 12/1) 47 days ago. Potentially well handicapped but could do with cutting out slow starts TFRHHHII BHA57

4 NEY (IRE) (27) 00/0/-331 D

6 9-3 (3)

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Gallope (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson

The Ney Partnership Danny Brooke, Middleham

Br Charles O’Reilly & Irish National Stud

Danny Brooke Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best in first-time blinkers when winning 6-runner handicap at Southwell (16.5f) 27 days ago, driven clear Well treated in this sphere compared to his fairly useful hurdles form and he should go close. TFRHHHHI BHA54

5 ZEPHLYN (IRE) (27) 366-312 CD BF

5 9-1 (1)

B g Iffraaj - Taqdees (IRE) Jason Hart

Mrs Elizabeth Ferguson Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Winner here in January. 13/8, good second of 8 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f) 27 days ago, clear of rest Can make presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA52

6 MILLE MIGLIA (GB) (18) 0005-00

6 8-13 (4)

B m Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Millestan (IRE) Oisin Orr

Mr J. Murdoch C. A. McBratney, Northern Ireland

Br Bugley Stud (Millestan) Partnership

TIMEFORMVIEW Out of sorts since early last year, faring no better in first-time blinkers when thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f) 18 days ago. Cheekpieces back on TFRHHIII BHA50

7 PRINCESS NIEVE (IRE) (29) 000-060

5 8-9 (6)

Ch m Australia - Elektra Street Alex Jary (5)

Princess Nieve Partnership Patrick Morris, Prescot

Br Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L.

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, creditable seventh of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 29 days ago. Significantly up in trip Cheekpieces back on Not easy to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA45

8

MISSCARLETT (IRE) (151) 06/3600-

10 8-9 (8)

B m Red Rocks (IRE) - Coimbra (USA) Andrew Mullen

Mrs J Porter Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Fontstown Stud Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty four runs since sole win in 2017 Below form fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle (11/1) at Musselburgh (19.8f, soft) 76 days ago. Poor on last Flat run. Very hard to fancy. TFRHHIII BHA42

2023:(See Div 1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 8.

Stewards Note:

ABRAAJ: Following its run on 21/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

PRINCESS NIEVE: Following its run on 3/2/2024 it was reported that the horse ran in snatches.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Zephlyn (IRE), 7-2 Ney (IRE), 4-1 Abraaj (FR), 6-1 Yakhabar (GB), 13-2 Alchemystique (IRE), 33-1 Mille Miglia (GB), 50-1 Princess Nieve (IRE), 150-1 Misscarlett (IRE)

RECORD TIMES

1m

SHOWN LIVE

THIRD RACE 6.00

SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR NOVICE THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BETUK. IT’S WHERE THE UK BETS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £16000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6827, 2nd £3413, 3rd £1707, 4th £853. (Penalty Value £8640) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Goldie (49 wins from 457 runners, 11%) runs HIGHLAND LAIRD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (3 wins from 14 runners, 21%) runs HIGHLAND LAIRD

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ARMY ETHOS trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 284 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

ARMY ETHOS only had the 2 starts last year but he sets a clear standard after his excellent second in the Coventry at Royal Ascot. This looks a good opportunity for him to make a winning return to action, with debut-winner Pocklington the one who can give the selection most to think about.

1-2-3: 1.ARMY ETHOS 2.POCKLINGTON 3.BARE ELEGANCE

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

PLAY SMARTER

colours no horse age st lb Draw

1 ARMY ETHOS (GB) (257) 12- D

3 9-9 (3)

B c Shalaa (IRE) - Dream Dana (IRE) Hollie Doyle

Victorious Racing Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Br Plantation Stud Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWSpeedily bred and easily made a successful debut at Ayr last year Took a big step forward when neck second of 20 to River Tiber in Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot (6f, good, 20/1) next time, so he’s the one to beat on his comeback TFRHHHHH BHA110

2 POCKLINGTON (GB) (36) 1 CD

3 9-9 (4)

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Ladies Are Forever Harry Russell

Bond Thoroughbred Limited Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington

Br Bond Thoroughbred Limited Churchill Tyres

TIMEFORMVIEW Bred to be useful and got off to a winning start in 12-runner minor event (8/1) at this C&D 36 days ago, cosily Open to improvement but he has plenty to find up against Army Ethos. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 HIGHLAND LAIRD (IRE) (12) 0

3 9-2 (1)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Thorntoun Lady (USA) Paul Mulrennan

Mrs M. Craig Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Br Mrs M. Craig Jim Goldie Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Sent off at long odds (150/1) and beaten a long way out when last of 10 in minor event at this course (8f) on debut 12 days ago. Looks to be up against it dropped in trip TFRHIIII BHA-

4 BARE ELEGANCE (GB) (-)

3 8-11 (2)

B f Kodiac - Delft Dancer Andrew Breslin (3) Blue Lion Racing IX Ben Haslam, Middleham

Br Blackberry Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW 30,000 gns foal, Kodiac filly. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner out of useful 2-y-o 6f/6.3f winner Walk On Bye. Faces a tough task first time up TFRHHIII BHA2023: HELLO QUEEN (IRE) 3 9 4 Shane Gray 17-2 (Kevin Ryan) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Probable S.P’s: 3-10 Army Ethos (GB), 7-2 Pocklington (GB), 28-1 Bare Elegance (GB), 66-1 Highland Laird (IRE)

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SATURDAY 13 APRIL

FOURTH RACE 6.30

SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BOOST YOUR ACCA WITH BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £26500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £10942, 2nd £5472, 3rd £2735, 4th £1367, 5th £684. (Penalty Value £13870.10) Weights lowered 1lb. 15 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Goldie (49 wins from 457 runners, 11%) runs BONITO CAVALO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S C Williams (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs BOAFO BOY WEIGHTWATCHER: BELLAGIO MAN won off a handicap mark of 80, his rating is now down 7lb to 73.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BOAFO BOY trained by S C Williams, Newmarket, 241 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

Several in-form contenders, with preference for BONITO CAVALO who has racked up a 5-timer at this course already in 2024. He can go on to extend his winning sequence, though He’s An Angel is also unbeaten so far this year and isn’t taken lightly. Sibyl Charm is another who arrives in good heart and she completes the shortlist

1-2-3: 1.BONITO CAVALO 2.HE’S AN ANGEL 3.SIBYL CHARM (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

PLAY SMARTER

colours no horse age st lb Draw

1 POCKLEY (GB) (10) 555-563 CD

B g Shalaa (IRE) - Wanting (IRE)

6 9-8 (10)

Jonny Peate (3)

Mr William Burns & Miss L.A Perratt Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Br Wood Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW All 6 career victories at this course, with latest win in November With blinkers back on, creditable third of 8 in handicap here (5f, 22/1) 10 days ago, clear of rest Capable of going well again if on a going day. TFRHHHII BHA76

2 FORTAMOUR (IRE) (47) 01040-6 C D

B g Es Que Love (IRE) - Kathy Sun (IRE)

Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights

8 9-8 (12)

Joanna Mason

Ben Haslam, Middleham

Br D. Ryan, D. S. Ryan & R. A. Williams Instawood Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner whose latest success came at Ripon in September. After 10 weeks off, possibly needed the run when sixth of 9 in handicap (22/1) at this C&D 47 days ago. Others still more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA76

3 ILLUSIONIST (GER) (19) 04330-3 D

7 9-7 (3)

B g Hot Streak (IRE) - Irishstone (IRE) Sam James

Miss Marjorie A. Thompson

Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Br Edergole Thoroughbred Ltd Herbs Unlimited

TIMEFORMVIEWFourteen runs since last win in 2022. However, he took a step back in the right direction when third of 12 in handicap (11/1) at this C&D 19 days ago, nearest finish Task is now to build on his latest effort TFRHHHII BHA75

4 WILLIAM DEWHIRST (IRE) (152) 663316- D

4 9-7 (5)

B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Two Pass (IRE) Andrew Breslin (3) Widdup, Nicol, Cleevely, Tocher, Barclay

Ben Haslam, Middleham

Br Summerhill & Camas Park Spec-Tran

TIMEFORMVIEWDoubled his tally when scoring at Carlisle in September and wasn’t discredited at a higher level when sixth of 7 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, soft, 8/1) next time Back down in grade on his return from 5 months off. TFRHHHII BHA75

5 MANIGORDO (USA) (28) 04034-0 D

7 9-7 (7)

B or Br g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Cutting Edge (USA) Paddy Mathers

Champagne and Dreams

Br N. P. Kessis & K. & S. Ramsey

Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

TIMEFORMVIEWAfter 13 weeks off, shaped as if better for the run when tenth of 12 in handicap (25/1) at this C&D 28 days ago. Had shown promise on his stable debut previously, so he’s not written off with cheekpieces back on TFRHHIII BHA75

6 GIS A SUB (IRE) (28) 40000-0 D

5 9-6 (4)

B g Acclamation - Monclaire (GER) David Nolan

Chris Priestley & ged shields

Paul Midgley, Westow

Br Kildaragh Stud J Priestley Transport Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWEighteen runs since last win in 2021. After 5 months off (had wind op), not disgraced on first outing since leaving Kevin Ryan when eighth of 12 in handicap (33/1) at this C&D 28 days ago. Lurks on dangerous mark. TFRHHIII BHA74

7 BELLAGIO MAN (IRE) (28) 405-450 CD

6 9-6 (1)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Rouge Noir Cam Hardie

Paul Musson & Antony Brittain Antony Brittain, Warthill

Br Ballyhane Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWLatest win over C&D in September. In first-time blinkers, below form seventh of 12 in handicap (16/1) at this C&D 28 days ago, though not ideally positioned Needs to get back on track with cheekpieces reapplied. TFRHHIII BHA74

8 BONITO CAVALO (GB) (28) 0-11111 CD

B g Orientor - Eternal Instinct

5 9-6 (8)

Paul Mulrennan

Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Br Goldie Racing Limited Jim Goldie Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWHas been thriving this year, completing a 5-timer at this course when winning 12-runner handicap (5f, 4/5) 28 days ago. Up in class but he’s a leading contender in his current mood TFRHHHHH BHA74

9 SIBYL CHARM (IRE) (19) 02-2122 C BF

4 9-4 (6)

B f Charm Spirit (IRE) - La Sibilla Andrew Mullen

The Twelve Munkys Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br E. Phelan Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Opened her account here (7f) in January and has continued in good form since, second of 12 in handicap (3/1) over C&D 19 days ago. Could be thereabouts once again. TFRHHHHI BHA72

10 BOAFO BOY (GB) (10) 000-211 C D

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Royal Empress (IRE)

5 9-4 (2)

Marco Ghiani

Kevin Herridge and Partner Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Br Newsells Park Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Not long with current yard and made it back-to-back wins when battling well to score in 5-runner handicap (11/4) at Chelmsford City (7f) 10 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA72

11 HE’S AN ANGEL (GB) (15) 00-1111 CD

4 9-4 (11)

Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Secret Keeper Daniel Tudhope

Mr G. Lavery Peter Niven, Malton

Br Faisal Meshrf Al Qahtani

TIMEFORMVIEWHas taken his form to another level since joing his current yard, bringing up the 4-timer when digging deep for success in 8-runner handicap (5/2) at this C&D 15 days ago. Respected despite the rise in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA72

12 BROKEN SPEAR (GB) (127) 106350- D

B g Pastoral Pursuits - My Pretty Girl

Morecool Racing

Br Heather Raw

8 9-4 (9)

Billy Loughnane

Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with a couple of lesser efforts, eighth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy, 6/1) when last seen in October. May just be better for this first run back of the year TFRHHIII BHA72

2023: MIGHTY POWER (IRE) 5 9 9 Oisin Murphy 4-1 (Stella Barclay) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7, 12.

Stewards Note:

BROKEN SPEAR: Following its run on 28/10/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Bonito Cavalo (GB), 9-2 Sibyl Charm (IRE), 13-2 He’s An Angel (GB), 8-1 Boafo Boy (GB), 12-1 Pockley (GB), 14-1 Illusionist (GER), William Dewhirst (IRE), 22-1 Manigordo (USA), 28-1 Fortamour (IRE), Gis A Sub (IRE), Bellagio Man (IRE), Broken Spear (GB)

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FIFTH RACE 7.00

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BET £10 GET £40 AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund £28000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £11561, 2nd £5782, 3rd £2890, 4th £1445, 5th £722. (Penalty Value £14655.20) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (83 wins from 726 runners, 11%) runs ZIP TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (5 wins from 26 runners, 19%) runs STAR ZINC LONGEST TRAVELLER: GREATGADIAN trained by R Varian, Newmarket, 241 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

A quite useful and competitive handicap GREATGADIAN didn’t enjoy the rub of the green at Kempton last time and gets another chance to show he can win from this mark. Star Zinc and The Caltonian both know where the winning post is over C&D and head the many dangers along with Love de Vega.

1-2-3: 1.GREATGADIAN (GER) 2.STAR ZINC (IRE) 3.THE CALTONIAN

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colours no horse age st lb Draw

1 MISTY GREY (IRE) (54) 56354-0 D

7 9-10 (13)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Chinese White (IRE) Daniel Tudhope

Barbara & Alick Richmond

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Br Skymarc Farm Gain Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 8/1, bit below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Southwell (7f) 54 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Tom Dascombe. TFRHHHII BHA96

2 GREATGADIAN (GER) (25) 0142-36 C

6 9-6 (11)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Goathemala (GER) Aidan Keeley (3)

King Power Racing Co Ltd Roger Varian, Newmarket

Br Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner in October. Shaped well when third at Southwell in January and things didn’t go his way at Kempton last time Worth another chance to show he’s on a good mark. TFRHHHHH BHA92

3 ANTHEM NATIONAL (IRE) (16) 053-000 CD 5 9-5 (10)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Anthem Alexander (IRE)

James and Susan Cookson

Andrew Mullen

Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Mountarmstrong Stud Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Fifteen runs since last win in 2022 No impact over sprint trips in Bahrain in recent starts Significantly back up in trip on British return.

4 ZIP (GB) (28) 0153-55 CD

TFRHHIII BHA91

8 9-3 (6)

Ro g Kyllachy - Flycatcher (IRE) Oisin Orr

The Knavesmire Partnership Richard Fahey, Malton

Br Worksop Manor Stud LEATHAM HOLDINGS

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner Latest win at Doncaster in October. Respectable fifth of 13 over C&D (12/1) 28 days ago.Each-way claims.

5 THE CALTONIAN (GB) (12) 1-11202 CD

TFRHHHII BHA89

5 9-3 (7)

B g Swiss Spirit - Azelle Jonny Peate (3)

Mr M. Sawers Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Br Winston Cartmel North Allerton Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time course winner, including over 5f/6f in January. Another good run here when second of 8 in 6f handicap 12 days ago, better placed than most. Fine at 7f. Has to enter the reckoning. TFRHHHHI BHA89

6 LOVE DE VEGA (IRE) (8) 2-21531 D

5 9-2 (4)

Ch h Lope de Vega (IRE) - Ribble (FR) Billy Loughnane

Crone Stud Farms Ltd Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Tinnakill Bloodstock & Lope de Vega Synd Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 2/1, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Chelmsford (7f) 8 days ago, keeping on well Can give a good account up 4lb TFRHHHHI BHA88

7 RON O (GB) (62) 25401-0 CD

6 9-1 (3)

Ch g Toronado (IRE) - Xaloc (IRE) Tom Eaves

Mr Ray Craggs Ray Craggs, Sedgefield

Br Mr M. J. Rozenbroek

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Four wins from 14 runs last year 16/1, bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap at this course (1m) 62 days ago, left poorly placed Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA87

8 ON A SESSION (USA) (132) 405030- D

8 8-12 (2)

B g Noble Mission - Destiny Calls (USA) Jason Hart

Penton Hill Racing Limited & Mr L O’Kane David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Br Green Lantern Stables LLC Txodds

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner at Musselburgh last spring but drawn a blank since. Last of 11 in handicap (14/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) when last seen in October. Probably best watched on return TFRHHIII BHA84

9 TRIP TO ROME (IRE) (15) 66/21-3 D

4 8-11 (12)

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Marthamydear (USA) Paddy Mathers

Mr Sayed Hashish Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br Joe Hernon & Minch Bloodstock Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced winner First run since leaving Ed Dunlop when very good third of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7f, 33/1) 15 days ago, left poorly placed Enters calculations Engaged 4.57 Lingfield Friday. TFRHHHHI BHA83

10 RIOT (IRE) (13) 13-4033 D

7 8-11 (8)

B g Kingman - Alexander Queen (IRE) Mark Winn (3)

Rasio Cymru 1 & Windmill House TB Ltd David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Br Mountarmstrong Stud Gain Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORMVIEW Four wins from 17 runs last year Creditable third of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (1m, 5/1) 13 days ago.

11 ZOZIMUS (IRE) (28) 20400-0

TFRHHHII BHA83

6 8-10 (9)

B g Footstepsinthesand - Comment Ben Robinson

The Horse Watchers 3 David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Br Grange Stud Timeform

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 29 Flat runs. Twenty one runs since last win in 2020 Creditable seventh of 13 in C&D handicap (50/1) 28 days ago, not clear run. That wait for another win is likely to go on TFRHHIII BHA82

12 DARWELL LION (IRE) (15) 100-400 D

6 8-9 (5)

B g The Last Lion (IRE) - Darwell (IRE) Joanna Mason

Formulated Polymer Products Ltd Ruth Carr, Stillington

Br Michael O’Mahony William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, last of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) 15 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA81

13 BILLY MILL (GB) (22) 210-031 CD

6 8-6 (14)

B g Adaay (IRE) - Phantom Spirit Cam Hardie

Canisbay Bloodstock Rod Millman, Cullompton

Br Mr & Mrs J. R. Worboys Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd, Fleetwood Developments Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner last summer Got his head back in front in 12-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) 22 days ago. Only nudged up 1lb so should remain very competitive TFRHHHII BHA78

14 STAR ZINC (IRE) (8) 6-20212 CD BF

5 8-5 (1)

B g Kodiac - Night Queen (IRE) Hollie Doyle

Mr E. A. Brook Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br The Night Queen Partnership Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner under Hollie Doyle last month. Good second of 12 in handicap (10/3) at Southwell (1m) 8 days ago. Not taken lightly with Doyle back in the saddle TFRHHHHI BHA77

2023: ANIF (IRE) 9 9 8 Tom Eaves 15-2 (Michael Herrington) 7 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Hood worn by No. 11. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.

Stewards Note:

ZIP: Following its run on 4/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

ZOZIMUS: Following its run on 4/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

STAR ZINC: Following its run on 24/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Greatgadian (GER), Love de Vega (IRE), 7-1 Trip To Rome (IRE), 8-1 The Caltonian (GB), Star Zinc (IRE), 9-1 Riot (IRE), 11-1 Billy Mill (GB), 16-1 Misty Grey (IRE), 20-1 Ron O (GB), 22-1 Zip (GB), 33-1 On A Session (USA), 40-1 Anthem National (IRE), Darwell Lion (IRE), 50-1 Zozimus (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 7.30

FIVE FURLONGS (5F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BUILD YOUR ACCA WITH BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £26500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £10942, 2nd £5472, 3rd £2735, 4th £1367, 5th £684. (Penalty Value £13870.10) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Goldie (49 wins from 457 runners, 11%) runs ROCK MELODY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Appleby (4 wins from 36 runners, 11%) runs BLIND BEGGAR

LONGEST TRAVELLER: EXPERT AGENT trained by S C Williams & DYNAMIC FORCE trained by R Cowell, both Newmarket, 241 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

PEPSI CAT has thrived on the AW this winter so makes as much appeal as any of these in what is a wide-open contest. The return to 5f will suit Blind Beggar so he’s of interest, with Zarzyni completing the shortlist given he’s very well weighted these days.

1-2-3: 1.PEPSI CAT (IRE) 2.BLIND BEGGAR (IRE) 3.ZARZYNI (IRE)

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colours no horse age st lb Draw

1 BLIND BEGGAR (IRE) (18) 610-436 D

6 9-9 (7)

B g Equiano (FR) - Beylerbey (USA) Alistair Rawlinson

B & M Pallets Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham

Br Pat Beirne B & M Pallets Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 11 runs last year Latest win at Chelmsford City in November Last of 6 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 10/1) 18 days ago, doing too much too soon Return to 5f will suit. TFRHHHHI BHA85

2 ELEGANT ERIN (IRE) (151) 523463- D

7 9-7 (5)

B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE) David Nolan

R J Bloodstock Paul Midgley, Westow

Br Brian Miller

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable third of 7 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, heavy, 15/2). Off 151 days Can make presence felt from same mark. TFRHHHII BHA83

3 PEPSI CAT (IRE) (22) 2211-13 CD

5 9-6 (1)

B m Tamayuz - Music Pearl (IRE) Dougie Costello

Debbie Hodson Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley

Br B Kennedy & Mrs Ann Marie Kennedy H & C Business Consultants Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Five wins from 19 Flat runs. Three wins from 10 runs last year Latest win here in January. 11/2, good third of 12 in handicap at this C&D 22 days ago. Has good chance on form TFRHHHHH BHA82

4 EXPERT AGENT (GB) (42) 340-550

4 9-4 (10)

B g Expert Eye - Oeuvre d’Art (IRE) Marco Ghiani

Mr N Boyden and Mr C Harrold Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Br Castle Estates Ajn Steelstock Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Three wins from 9 runs last year Tongue strap on for first time, eighth of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 11/1) 42 days ago. Given a chance by the handicapper. TFRHHIII BHA80

5 ROCK MELODY (IRE) (102) 203516- D

5 9-4 (8)

B m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE) Paul Mulrennan

Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Br John O’Connor

TIMEFORMVIEW Three wins from 17 runs last year Sixth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 16/1). Off 102 days. Significantly back down in trip TFRHHIII BHA80

6 ZARZYNI (IRE) (22) 04-3044 D

7 9-3 (6)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Zunera (IRE) Callum Rodriguez

MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd

Br His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventeen runs since last win in 2022 Shaped well when fourth of 12 in handicap (17/2) at this C&D 22 days ago, not clear run. Very well weighted these days. TFRHHHHI BHA79

7 MOON FLIGHT (IRE) (10) 21-2212 CD

4 9-3 (3)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Miss Margarita Tommie Jakes (5)

Mr Paul Corrigan Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Br Grange & Manister House Studs North Allerton Racing, McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in February. Good second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (9/2) 10 days ago, no match for winner Likely to give it another good go under excellent claimer TFRHHHII BHA79

8

JENEVER (GB) (28) 21130-2 CD BF

5 9-2 (9)

B g Swiss Spirit - Dutch Mistress Lewis Edmunds

Mr Hession, Mr & Mrs Foxon and Mr Jones Jessica Macey, Doncaster

Br Lianne Delaunois-Vanderperren

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Four wins from 13 runs last year Latest win here in November Excellent head second of 11 to Moon Flight in handicap (7/2) at this C&D 28 days ago. That was just about a career best TFRHHHII BHA78

9 MATCH PLAY (GB) (175) 0/40130- D

4 9-2 (12)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Corazon Canarias (FR) Cam Hardie

dave flynn & chris priestley Paul Midgley, Westow

Br Branton Court Stud J Priestley Transport Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW In good order last summer and presumably needed the run when eleventh of 17 in handicap at York (5f, good) in September Off again since TFRHHIII BHA78

10 DYNAMIC FORCE (IRE) (31) 6520-44 D

5 9-1 (11)

B g Kodiac - Dream Dana (IRE) Jack Mitchell

Mr A. Ammar Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Br Plantation Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2022 Fourth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f, 5/1) 31 days ago, left with plenty to do how the race unfolded TFRHHHII BHA77

11 KHABIB (IRE) (28) 24143-0 CD

6 9-1 (4)

B or Br g Mehmas (IRE) - Lady Mega (IRE) Tom Eaves

Mr Ray Craggs Ray Craggs, Sedgefield

Br Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Latest win at Southwell in November 11/1, 5 lengths ninth of 11 to Moon Flight in handicap at this C&D 28 days ago. Likely to bounce back given overall profile but this is a warm handicap. TFRHHIII BHA77

12 CASTAN (GB) (28) 00120-5 CD

4 9-0 (2)

Ch g Charming Thought - Astley Park Andrew Breslin (3)

Ceffyl Racing Bryan Smart, Hambleton

Br Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWC&D winner Latest win here in October. Respectable 1 1/2 lengths fifth of 11 to Moon Flight in handicap (5/1) at this C&D 28 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently Needs treating as though still in form TFRHHHII BHA76

2023: ELZAAL (IRE) 5 9 9 Graham Lee 11-4 (Paul Midgley) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 10, 11.

Stewards Note:

ZARZYNI: Following its run on 10/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was briefly denied a clear run.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Pepsi Cat (IRE), 6-1 Moon Flight (IRE), Jenever (GB), 13-2 Zarzyni (IRE), 10-1 Blind Beggar (IRE), Castan (GB), 11-1 Elegant Erin (IRE), 14-1 Dynamic Force (IRE), 22-1 Expert Agent (GB), 25-1 Match Play (GB), Khabib (IRE), 28-1 Rock Melody (IRE)

SIX

SEVENTH RACE 8.00

SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR THREE YRS OLD

THE STAY GOLDEN WITH BETMGM SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund £15000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6194, 2nd £3098, 3rd £1548, 4th £774, 5th £387. (Penalty Value £7851) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): B Ellison (40 wins from 416 runners, 10%) runs GRID IRON MAIDEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Appleby (4 wins from 36 runners, 11%) runs OCEAN BLISS

LONGEST TRAVELLER: PIPER’S FORT trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 284 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

There are reasons to think PIPER’S FORT can improve for the switch to handicaps after 6 months off so gets the nod over Desert Master and Tip Top Tank, who finished first and second in a similar event here 12 days ago.

1-2-3: 1.PIPER’S FORT (IRE) 2.DESERT MASTER 3.TIP TOP TANK

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colours no horse st lb Draw

1 DESERT MASTER (GB) (12) 5300-41 C 9-11 (1)

B g Blue Point (IRE) - Al Fareej (IRE) Cam Hardie

John and Tony Jarvis and Partner Antony Brittain, Warthill

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, won 8-runner handicap at this course (5f) 12 days ago by neck from Tip Top Tank, getting first run. Has good chance on form

2 PIPER’S FORT (IRE) (206) 606-

BHA60

9-9 (5)

B g Kodiac - Wunderbar Hollie Doyle Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXVII & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Br Tally-Ho Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 150/1, sixth of 8 in maiden at Sandown (5f, good to soft). Off 6 months Cheekpieces on for 1st time Has been gelded and possible improver now sent handicapping. TFRHHHHH BHA58

3 OCEAN BLISS (IRE) (17) 0-304

9-8 (11)

B f El Kabeir (USA) - Gold Zain Alistair Rawlinson

Mr J. Kirkland Michael Appleby, Oakham

Br Dr T K. Chah

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden Fourth of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 4/1) 17 days ago, having to pick way through Likely to improve TFRHHHHI BHA57

4 SOUTHBANK (IRE) (16) 000-61 D

9-8 (8)

B g Acclamation - Ramone (IRE) Marco Ghiani

Mr David N Reynolds & Mr C D Watkins Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Br Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner 11/10, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 16 days ago, pushed out Can give a good account. TFRHHHHI BHA57

5 BADOSA (IRE) (52) 40424-1 D

9-7 (9)

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Gabridan (IRE) Saffie Osborne

The stars of little India Patrick Morris, Prescot

Br Stockvale Bloodstock Ltd Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 52 days ago. Sold from Archie Watson 3,000 gns in February. TFRHHHII BHA56

6 GRID IRON MAIDEN (GB) (12) 600-4

9-7 (6)

B f Sogann (FR) - Next Stop Ben Robinson

Grid Iron racing and Partner Brian Ellison, Malton

Br Norton Grove Stud Ltd Grid Iron Company Ltd, Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 1 1/2 lengths fourth of 8 to Desert Master in handicap at this course (5f, 14/1) 12 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA56

7 YIENGAA (GB) (153) 6460- 9-6 (3)

B f Land Force (IRE) - Fille de Reve Rowan Scott

Mr Y. T. Szeto Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Highclere Stud Alexanders York

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 33/1, seventh of 10 in nursery at this C&D. Off 153 days Not easy to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA55

8 DOLLARINDEX (GB) (46) 66-63

B f Washington DC (IRE) - Spontaneity (IRE) Andrew Breslin (3)

Crossfields Racing Bryan Smart, Hambleton

Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

9 TIP TOP TANK (GB) (12) 00-02

Crossfields Chartered Accountants

B g Pastoral Pursuits - Speedy Utmost Meg Sean Kirrane

Mr M J. Macleod Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Mill Bank Bloodstock LLP Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 12/1, neck second of 8 to Desert Master in handicap at this course (5f) 12 days ago. Looks

10

B f El Kabeir (USA) - Invincibile Stella (IRE) Jack Gilligan

Middleham Park Racing CII Rod Millman, Cullompton

Br Hyde Park Stud & Lissglen Bloodstock Rod Millman Racing Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWBlinkered for 1st time, 5 3/4 lengths last of 10 to Southbank in handicap (28/1) at Wolverhampton

11 INAWE (IRE) (16) 000-352

(10)

B f Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Refreshed (IRE) Mark Winn (3)

Mr David Dennis David Dennis, Banbury

Br Gerard & Anne Corry DD Racing Ltd

second of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 7/1) 16 days ago. Enters

12 NEVZILLA (IRE) (16) 0602-00 8-11 (7)

B f Kodiac - Star Alexander Sam James

NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services Craig Lidster, Easingwold

2023: TRABAJO DETECHO 3 9 4 Jason Hart 7-1 (Roger Fell) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.

Stewards Note:

GRID IRON MAIDEN: Following its run on 20/2/2024 it was reported that the horse missed break and never travelled.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Southbank (IRE), 13-2 Desert Master (GB), 7-1 Tip Top Tank (GB), 17-2 Inawe (IRE), 9-1 Ocean Bliss (IRE), Badosa (IRE), 11-1 Piper’s Fort (IRE), 16-1 Grid Iron Maiden (GB), 18-1 Dollarindex (GB), 33-1 Nevzilla (IRE), 50-1 Gone Like The Wind (IRE), 66-1 Yiengaa (GB)

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RACE SEVEN

EIGHTH RACE 8.30

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 14YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BEST RACING ODDS GUARANTEED AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £18000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £7432, 2nd £3717, 3rd £1858, 4th £929, 5th £464. (Penalty Value £9421.20) Weights lowered 2lbs. 13 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Goldie (49 wins from 457 runners, 11%) runs RORY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (4 wins from 33 runners, 12%) runs IVASECRET LONGEST TRAVELLER: IVASECRET trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 233 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

A few with chances but IVASECRET has really found his form again since joining Ian Williams so is fancied to quickly resume winning ways on the back of a very good recent Chelmsford City second. C&D winner Novak is next on the list, although the returning Makeen and course-scorer One More Dream both warrant plenty of respect too in an open contest

1-2-3: 1.IVASECRET (IRE) 2.NOVAK 3.MAKEEN

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

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colours no horse age st lb Draw

1 IVASECRET (IRE) (3) 00-0012 D BF

6 9-8 (1)

B g Ivawood (IRE) - Ziggy’s Secret Charles Bishop

Mr Brendan Doorly Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br Mr Robert Norton TIMEFORM VIEW Scored for his current yard at Kempton in February and posted a very good second of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 3 days ago. Player on his tapeta debut eased 1lb. TFRHHHHH BHA69

2 GREY FORCE ONE (GB) (19) 0010-00 CD

4 9-7 (6)

Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Flamenco Aiden Brookes (5)

Mr Hugh T. Redhead Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Penhill Stud Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in September. Last of 12 in handicap at this C&D (28/1) 19 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA68

3 KING OF YORK (IRE) (16) 42-3313 D

5 9-7 (11)

B g Kingman - Archangel Gabriel (USA) Dale Swift

A Baker D Slack M Wilson & Partners Scott Dixon, Rolleston

Br Hunscote Stud & Humber Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in February. Respectable third of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Wolverhampton (8 6f) 16 days ago, well positioned Needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA68

4 NOVAK (GB) (19) 302-366 CD

5 9-7 (4)

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Parknasilla (IRE) William Pyle (5)

Mrs Francesca Mitchell Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br Mrs Janis MacPherson Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who posted a respectable sixth of 12 in handicap (12/1) at this C&D 19 days ago. Looks competitive on form TFRHHHHI BHA68

5 ONE MORE DREAM (GB) (29) 0000-03 C D

5 9-7 (9)

Br g Bated Breath - Gracefilly Jason Hart

Ryedale Racing John & Sean Quinn, Malton

Br Simon Wood JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Three wins from 14 runs last year 16/1, solid third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 29 days ago. In the mix once more. TFRHHHHI BHA68

6 AL MUQDAD (GB) (27) 5/-0445

4 9-7 (12)

Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Miss Work of Art Daniel Tudhope

Mr D O’Meara & Partner David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Br Springcombe Park Stud Gain Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden Below-par fifth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 11/1) 27 days ago. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA68

7 RORY (GB) (10) 022361 C

6 9-6 (10)

Ch g Orientor - Eternal Instinct Paul Mulrennan

Mr Hugh Connor Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Br Goldie Racing Limited Tough Construction Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 8-runner handicap at this course (6f, 10/3) 10 days ago. Needs to back it up

8

SAN ISIDRO (IRE) (40) 00003-3

6 9-6 (5)

Ch g Power - Olanthia (IRE) Ryan Sexton

Owners Group 102 Julie Camacho, Malton

Br Sarl Darpat France Owners Group

TIMEFORMVIEWTwelve runs since last win in 2021. Good third of 11 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 16/1) 40 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA67

9

LADY LAVINA (GB) (18) 1/4605-6 D

4 9-6 (7)

B f The Last Lion (IRE) - Step This Way (USA) Billy Loughnane

Cloud 9 Racing & Partner

Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Friar Ings Stud Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 6 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 22/1) 18 days ago. Others appeal more TFRHHIII BHA67

10

MAKEEN (GB) (212) 0/03040- D

7 9-6 (2)

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Estidraaj (USA) Hollie Doyle

Verity, Pritchard & Simpson Julie Camacho, Malton

Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited McIvors.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on earlier promise when seventh of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (7f) 7 months ago. Handily weighted though if back on song after his lay-off. TFRHHHHI BHA67

11 SLUZEWIEC (FR) (17) 060-500 D

5 9-4 (3)

Gr g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Causa Proxima (FR) Phil Dennis

Mr R. Teatum Scott Dixon, Rolleston

Br Mme G. Forien & Irish National Stud Cy L Fitzdares Limited, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 100/1) 17 days ago. Lots more is required. TFRHHIII BHA65

12 KEEP ME STABLE (IRE) (9) 1106-60 CD

4 9-4 (8)

B f Galileo Gold - Sketching Tommie Jakes (5)

Mr Paul Corrigan Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Br Tally-Ho Stud North Allerton Racing, McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in November Last of 8 in handicap (22/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 9 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward. TFRHHIII BHA65

2023: ODD SOCKS HAVANA 5 9 3 P J McDonald 12-1 (Rebecca Menzies) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 9.

Stewards Note:

MAKEEN: Following its run on 4/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

KEEP ME STABLE: Following its run on 23/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Ivasecret (IRE), 6-1 King of York (IRE), Rory (GB), 15-2 One More Dream (GB), 8-1 San Isidro (IRE), 9-1 Makeen (GB), 12-1 Novak (GB), 28-1 Al Muqdad (GB), 40-1 Lady Lavina (GB), 50-1 Grey Force One (GB), Keep Me Stable (IRE), 250-1 Sluzewiec (FR)

THE HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £866,059 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 22nd March 2024.

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 4.52 - THE BETUK. HOME OF THE ACCA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7851 to the winning horse The second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £75 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 4-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BETUK have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the person judged by them to be best turned out for this race. 9 entries at £75. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6194; Second £3098; Third £1548; Fourth £774; Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS

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Second Race 5.25 - THE BETUK. HOME OF THE ACCA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7851 to the winning horse The second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £75 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 4-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BETUK have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the person judged by them to be best turned out for this race. 8 entries at £75. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6194; Second £3098; Third £1548; Fourth £774; Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS

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Third Race 6.00 - THE BETUK. IT’S WHERE THE UK BETS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8640 to the winning horse The second to receive £4056, the third £2028 and the fourth £1014. for novice three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 26th and pay £80 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). BetUK have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the person judged by them to be best turned out for this race. 7 entries at £80. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6827; Second £3413; Third £1707; Fourth £853. (Penalty Value £8640) SS SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 6.30 - THE BOOST YOUR ACCA WITH BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13870 to the winning horse The second to receive £6508, the third £3251, the fourth £1627 and the fifth £810. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 57-76 (also open to such horses rated 77 and 78; such horses rated 56 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £132 stake if the horse is rated 57 or higher, or £26 stake if the horse is rated 56 or lower with £106 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BETUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25 15 entries at £132. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10942; Second £5472; Third £2735; Fourth £1367; Fifth £684. (Penalty Value £13870.10) Weights lowered 1lb. 15 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Fifth Race 7.00 - THE BET £10 GET £40 AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £14655 to the winning horse The second to receive £6876, the third £3435, the fourth £1719 and the fifth £856. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £140 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £28 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £112 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BetMGM have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the person judged by them to be best turned out for this race. 18 entries at £140. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11561; Second £5782; Third £2890; Fourth £1445; Fifth £722. (Penalty Value £14655.20) SS

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Sixth Race 7.30 - THE BUILD YOUR ACCA WITH BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13870 to the winning horse The second to receive £6508, the third £3251, the fourth £1627 and the fifth £810. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £132 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £26 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £106 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BETUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25 14 entries, at £132. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10942; Second £5472; Third £2735; Fourth £1367; Fifth £684. (Penalty Value £13870.10) 8 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Seventh Race 8.00 - THE STAY GOLDEN WITH BETMGM SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7851 to the winning horse The second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-58 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £75 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 8st 11lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. BetMGM have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a £25 cash prize will be awarded to the person judged by them to be best turned out for this race. 14 entries at £75. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £6194; Second £3098; Third £1548; Fourth £774; Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Eighth Race 8.30 - THE BEST RACING ODDS GUARANTEED AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9421 to the winning horse The second to receive £4420, the third £2208, the fourth £1105 and the fifth £550. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 48 and below). £90 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 24th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BetMGM have kindly sponsored this race and will give £25 to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £90. - Closed February 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7432; Second £3717; Third £1858; Fourth £929; Fifth £464. (Penalty Value £9421.20) Weights lowered 2lb. 13 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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