Sedgefield Racecard - Thursday 23rd February

formguide previous performances

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horse’s name birthplaceof horseifnot

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Bold type shows Point-to-Point form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

colour graphic weight st-lbs

BF=beaten favourite age

CD=course & distance winner

2 RUNSWICK DAYS (IRE) (29) 365-222

7 11-10

B g Presenting - Miss Lauren Dee (IRE) Brian Hughes

Mr John Wade John Wade, Sedgefield

B. KavanaghJohn Wade (Haulage) Limited Br

TIMEFORMVIEW Has finished runner-up on his last 3 outings, most recently behind Montoya’s Son (winner again since) over C&D, and is likely to continue in form.

TFRHHHHH BHA86

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 HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

Runswick Days won The Santander In Memory of Robert Forster Handicap Steeple Chase at Sedgefield on Tuesday 11th November 2014.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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Welcome to Sedgefield Racecourse.

The team and I are excited to welcome you to the 3rd Race Day here at Sedgefield Racecourse

I would like to Thank our sponsors of the today – Vickers.Bet, MW Paving & Groundworks and BBC Radio

It’s my third Raceday as General Manager here at Sedgefield. I will be out and about today so please if you see me, want to have a chat, say hello or give me some feedback, please feel free to do so I would like to get to know you and what we, as a team can do enhance your Raceday experience here at Sedgefield.

Today we have 7 races on the card, we start with a Novice Hurdle at 13.00 then followed by a mix of 3 Handicap Chases and 3 Handicap Hurdles and the last race starting at 16.25. I like the look of race 4 at 14.40 with a competitive field of Class 4 horses Those of you who will be having a bet Good Luck in picking the winner

Our 4th Raceday of 2023 is an afternoon race card on the 14th March we have a full race card, we will also be showing live racing from the 1st day of Cheltenham and the team and I would love to see you joining us for another exciting day racing at Sedgefield.

If you wish to take advance of our early bird offers, please visit www.sedgefield-racecourse.co.uk. to book your ticket 7 days in advance. See you then.

Enjoy your day racing from all the team.

Thanks,

Colin Smith General Manager

RACEDAY TEAM

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

Michael Naughton Clerk of the Course

Colin Smith General Manager

Emma Gray Business Manager

INFORMATION

Abandonment

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, and present or send them to the Racecourse Office from two days after the meeting

Alcohol

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Health & Safety Notice

The Racecourse would be grateful if racegoers could observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst at Sedgefield Racecourse We would also be grateful if parents could keep a close eye on children and prevent them from climbing on the running rails and getting onto the actual racecourse. We would also like to remind racegoers that the FIRST AID room is located opposite the racecourse offices

Public Safety

In the interests of public safety all visitors to the racecourse must follow the directions of the Safety Stewards on the Stands and the Raceday Staff throughout the racecourse Please do not leave bags or your possessions unattended at any time as this could cause a security alert. Please be aware that horses can be unpredictable, therefore care and attention is necessary within the vicinity of the horses UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL DRINK AND/OR GLASSES BE ALLOWED ON TO GRANDSTANDS, OR VIEWING AREAS IN FRONT OF THE GRANDSTANDS OR AROUND THE PERIMETER OF THE PARADE RING. RACEGOERS DISREGARDING THIS REGULATION OR BEHAVING IN A DISORDERLY MANNER WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE RACECOURSE

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In the unlikely event that the racecourse has to abandon racing and evacuate buildings please read the following information for your safety. Racecourse management will only take such action if an emergency situation such as a fire or possible bomb threat and at all times decisions will be taken placing public safety as a priority. In the event that an evacuation is necessary the following announcement will be made over the public address system: THIS IS AN EMERGENCY SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PERSONSTO LEAVETHE RACECOURSE WOULDYOU PLEASE FOLLOWTHE DIRECTIONS GIVEN BY STAFF AND MOVETOTHE ASSEMBLY LOCATIONS PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURNTOYOURVEHICLES AS ROADS MUST BE KEPT CLEAR FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES.YOUR CO-OPERATION IS REQUIREDTO ENABLE RACINGTO RESUME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

Unless otherwise instructed, all customers and staff will be evacuated to the assembly points shown on the diagram, and not allowed to access car parks or move vehicles This is for public safety and to allow emergency services such as the fire brigade to attend as quickly as possible along clear roads In

the event of the evacuation being averted or it is clear for the public to return to the public buildings a further public announcement will be made HAVE A QUESTION? REQUIRE SOME ASSISTANCE? OUR RACEDAY TEAM ARE HERE TO HELP!

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THURSDAY 23TH FEBRUARY (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

ROBERT McCARTHY (Chief Steward) ROSIE PEARSON (Stewards Panel Chair)

MICHAEL EYRE, HELEN KINSELLA, LAUREN THOMSON

STARTERS

JASON CALLAGHAN

RUSSELL GARRITTY

JUDGE

MICHAEL ROBERTS

CLERK OF THE SCALES

WAYNE BURNELL

VETERINARY OFFICER

TIM DAVIES

VETERINARY SURGEONS

CAROLINE BLAKISTON

FRANCESCA GREENHAM

CHARLOTTE CRISP

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr PATRICK WYNN

Dr PAUL DEWHIRST

Dr ALASTAIR DICKSON

NURSE

CHRISTINE TOMBLING

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

ALEC DENT

JOE O’GORMAN

GRAHAM GRAY

COMMENTATOR

MARK SLATER

BETTING RING MANAGER

JOHN CLARK

CLERK OF THE COURSE & SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

MICHAEL NAUGHTON

RACEDAY PRESENTER

ROBERT HOGARTH

YOUR WAY AROUND

HOSPITALITY FACILITIES

Your location for the day – suite or marquee:

Pavilion Private Boxes

A spectacular view of the track and winning post.

Raceday Restaurant

On the first floor of the Pavilion Stand, an ideal location to fine dine and watch in comfort and style.

Enjoy the Royal Banquet menu or try one of the special offer packages available on a selection of Racedays

1927 Private Suite

Private boxes with balcony to put you right in the heart of the action. Each box can accommodate between 12 and 30 guests (minimum numbers apply)

Owners & Trainers Restaurant

Set within the Roflow Stand, overlooking the Winners Enclosure, Parade Ring and final furlong, providing a real feel of being close to the action. Ideal for larger parties, our suites can accommodate between 30 and 200 guests.

Bistro 1927

Overlooking the home straight this Café Bistro offers a variety of snacks and can be hired for parties.

Rowflow Stand

Hosting four large private suites or alternatively a 180 seated restaurant.

COURSE FEATURES

FIRST RACE 1.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES

THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): S J Smith (19 wins from 133 runners, 14%) runs IT’S MAISY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs JAMAICAINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: JAMAICAINE trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 287 miles.

Having shown promise on her first 2 starts, AUBISWALK was still going well when falling at Ayr 45 days ago She remains with plenty of potential and earns the vote to put that behind her and come out on top. Western Jill, a promising third on her hurdles debut at Southwell 2 weeks ago, looks a live threat, with Jamaicaine and It’s Maisy others worth a look

1-2-3: 1.AUBIS WALK (FR) 2.WESTERN JILL (IRE) 3.JAMAICAINE (FR)

colours no horse age st lb

1 MIDNIGHT SHUFFLE (GB) (4) 3//01-521

8 11-12

Br m Midnight Legend - Lifestyle Sam Coltherd

Mr A. McCormack Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Br David G. Ford Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEWBumper winner at Kelso in 2021 who has progressed with each start over hurdles following a lengthy absence, off the mark in 8-runner mares’ novice at Musselburgh (15.5f) 4 days ago. This will demand more under a penalty, though TFRHHHII BHA-

2 AUBIS WALK (FR) (45) r12-2F

7 11-5

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aubisquinette (FR) Brian Hughes

Mr K. Alexander Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Br M. Dumont, Haras Du Ma & B. Danielle

TIMEFORMVIEW Fetched £120,000 on the back of an Irish point win and promise in finishing runner-up first 2 starts in mares’ novice hurdles. Fell 7th in Ayr novice latest and remains with potential. Well in the mix. TFRHHHHH BHA106

3 BLOOMING FORTUNE (IRE) (58) 32U-520

6 11-5

Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ballyknock Present (IRE) Craig Nichol

Miss Paula Smith Paula Smith, Malton

Br B. Higgins

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden Irish pointer. Sent off at 50/1 and offered little in a Wetherby bumper on Rules debut back in December Best watched on back of that now hurdling with hood again fitted. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 IT’S MAISY (IRE) (27) 003

B m Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE)

5 11-5

Ross Chapman

Mrs S. Smith Sue Smith, Bingley

Br Jill Kinsella Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWAppeals on paper and much improved from first 2 starts in bumpers when third in that sphere at Huntingdon (15.8f) 4 weeks ago, keeping on gradually. Type to make her mark over hurdles now up in trip

5 OUR LAURA B (IRE) (25) 0-2244

B m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Dear Bach (IRE)

Racing Knights

Br The Beeches Stud Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-5

Jack Hogan (5)

Ben Haslam, Middleham

Flintshire Furniture

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers and similar form when fourth on C&D hurdles bow 25 days ago. Room for improvement in her jumping and possible she’ll be one for handicaps later on TFRHHHII BHA-

6 TURBULENT POWER (GB) (20) 6-4U04F

B m Power - Skywards Miles (IRE)

5 11-5

Aaron Anderson (5)

Mr S. P. Hudson & Mr Brian Rothwell Brian Rothwell, Malton

Br Brian Rothwell Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWMade more impact than previously when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Catterick on penultimate start but likely she would have been well below that level when falling 2 out back at that venue 3 weeks ago. Vulnerable to improvers back in novice company. TFRHHIII BHA90

7 VERTICE (IRE) (21)

6 11-5

Ch m Toronado (IRE) - Asima (IRE) Joe Williamson (5) Mick Martin Keith Boddy & Son

Br Sheikh Khalid Bin Ali Al Khalifa

David Thompson, Darlington

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest on Flat (stays 1 3/4m) and been operating below best in that sphere in recent months

Passed over now switched to hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

WESTERN JILL (IRE) (15) 2-3 BF 5 11-5

B m Westerner - Miss Pepperpot (IRE)

Adam Wedge

Mr Alan Rogers L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Br Seamus Moore

TIMEFORM VIEW €17,000 3-y-o. Dam 2m-2 3/4m hurdle/chase winner (stayed 25f) Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Mar 2022) and plenty of encouragement to glean from her recent hurdles debut third at Southwell (20.4f, well-backed 2/1) Claims with progress anticipated. TFRHHHHI BHA-

9 WORLDLY APPROACH (IRE) (4) 0/50UF-P 7 11-5

B m Dawn Approach (IRE) - Mundana (IRE)

Miss H. M. McMahon

Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Edward Austin (5)

Hannah McMahon, Cousland

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler for R Mike Smith who ran no sort of race on back of a lengthy absence at Musselburgh 4 days ago, tailed off when pulled up circuit out Can only be watched. TFRHIIII BHA74

10 JAMAICAINE (FR) (270) 2 4 10-5

Gr f Martinborough (JPN) - Desideria (FR)

Danny McMenamin

Mr John P. McManus Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Guy Cherel

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam maiden hurdler/chaser in France Promise when staying on to finish 1 1/2 lengths second of 11 in bumper at Vichy on debut back in May. Worth a second look now hurdling for new yard in receipt of handy 4-y-o allowance. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn by No. 3.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Aubis Walk (FR), 7-2 Western Jill (IRE), 9-2 Jamaicaine (FR), 13-2 It’s Maisy (IRE), 8-1 Midnight Shuffle (GB), 18-1 Our Laura B (IRE), 28-1 Turbulent Power (GB), 50-1 Blooming Fortune (IRE), 66-1 Vertice (IRE), 100-1 Worldly Approach (IRE) RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

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DISCLAIMER

Please note the information in this Official Race Card,Weights, Pedigrees,Trainers Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races etc., have been added for the convenience of the Public They are subject to alteration and the management cannot be held responsible for omissions or errors

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SECOND RACE 1.30

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 5F 28YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET PROUDLY SUPPORTING BRITISH RACING NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £11000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): B Ellison (35 wins from 151 runners, 23%) runs RALEAGH FLORA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Morgan (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs BIG CHANGES

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BIG CHANGES trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 151 miles.

BIG CHANGES’ latest Hereford fifth came in a competitive race for the level and, having been dropped 2lb, he’s interesting returned to a venue where he’s already tasted success this season. Quiet Flow is another with some decent course form this term and is feared most ahead of Micky Hammond’s Trac, who is seeking a third win in his last 4 starts

1-2-3: 1.BIG CHANGES 2.QUIET FLOW 3.TRAC (FR)

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1 BIG CHANGES (GB) (50) 0-21135 CD

6 12-0

B g Kayf Tara - Harrys Whim Adam Wedge

Mr Alan Rogers

Br J. R. Wills

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in October and followed up at Ayr (3m) 8 days later Has performed with credit in defeat twice since and likely to go well returned to a venue which clearly suits. TFRHHHHH BHA98

2 RALEAGH FLORA (GB) (620) 5BF/612-

B g Red Rocks (IRE) - Sommerflora (GER)

Brian Ellison Racing Club

Br Sommerflora Partnership

8 11-11

Henry Brooke

Brian Ellison, Malton

Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWModest hurdler in Ireland in 2020 Won a British maiden point in 2021. Has a long absence to overcome but he’s one who would enter the reckoning if the market vibes are strong now chasing for Brian Ellison. TFRHHHII BHA95

3 TRAC (FR) (20) 1P-5121

B g Kingsalsa (USA) - Belobaka (FR)

Randall Orchard & Partners

Br S.A.S. Fresnay Agricole

6 11-9

Conor O’Farrell

Micky Hammond, Middleham

Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWIn good over form over fences this winter, scoring over 19f at Wetherby and Catterick. Had plenty in hand at latter venue 3 weeks ago and should remain very competitive despite a 9lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA93

4 JOIE DE VIVRE (IRE) (28) 533-340 C

Gr m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Fragonard

Exors of the Late Mr J. D. Gordon

Br Sir Robert Ogden

8 11-5

Sean Quinlan

Martin Todhunter, Penrith

TIMEFORM VIEW Won in first-time cheekpieces on the Flat in September Reached the frame in a Carlisle handicap hurdle and course handicap chase later in the autumn and might have just needed latest Wetherby run (hurdles) after 12 weeks off. TFRHHHII BHA89

5 COOLMOYNE (GB) (23) 3-5P423

Ch g Ocovango - High Life

Mrs E. C. York

Br Mr Frank J. A. Morgan

7 11-3

John Kington

Simon Waugh, Morpeth

Simon Waugh Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWReacted well to a tongue strap when placed at Ayr and Newcastle (both 2m) last month. Claims on those efforts, although this 5f longer trip asks a different question TFRHHHII BHA87

6 QUIET FLOW (GB) (15) 623P32

8 11-1

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sardagna (FR)

Br Mr & Mrs N. Faulks

7

Tom Midgley (5) The Pink & Purple Partnership

Sam England, Guiseley

Keighley Steel

TIMEFORMVIEWDecent placed efforts here in the autumn (including this trip) and bounced back from a couple of lesser runs when going close at Southwell (20.5f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces refitted. Likely to go well TFRHHHHI BHA85

BALLYFARSOON (IRE) (58) 00-P400

12 10-2

Ch g Medicean - Amzara (IRE) Alison Johnson (7)

Barnsley Burglars Peter Winks, Barnsley

Br Mr A. O’Sullivan

TIMEFORM VIEW Just one success from 32 starts over hurdles and that was back in 2019 Well held when last seen in December and can only watch now chasing for the first time TFRHIIII BHA69

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

ASHJAN 9 10 7 Edward Austin 15-2 (Sandy Forster) 7 ran DECLARED

Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Trac (FR), 7-2 Quiet Flow (GB), 9-2 Big Changes (GB), 6-1 Coolmoyne (GB), 7-1 Raleagh Flora (GB), 10-1 Joie de Vivre (IRE), 100-1 Ballyfarsoon (IRE)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

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THIRD RACE 2.05

THREE MILES ABOUT THREE FURLONGS (3M 2F 202YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 5) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier)

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

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (33 wins from 287 runners, 11%) runs ALONG LONG STORY & THE VERY THING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs ALONG LONG STORY & THE VERY THING LONGEST TRAVELLER: TANRUDY trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 178 miles.

BALLYNAGRAN left his previous form behind when getting off the mark at Wetherby last month, proving game as he made all, and the 8-y-o could still have more to offer after only 3 starts over fences. He is taken to see off the challenge of Sir Apollo who can bounce back returned to this C&D in a change of headgear, Loughermore completes the shortlist

1-2-3: 1.BALLYNAGRAN (IRE) 2.SIR APOLLO (IRE) 3.LOUGHERMORE (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 ALONG LONG STORY (IRE) (17) 41-50P0

7 12-0

B g Morozov (USA) - Bluebell Wedding Conor O’Farrell

THE CHRONICLES Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br P. O’Gorman Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of maiden hunter at Thurles (25f) last March for Declan Queally but form has gone the wrong way this season, offering little in a pair of starts for current yard Has enough to prove in first-time cheekpieces TFRHHIII BHA100

2 LOUGHERMORE (IRE) (28) 224050

9 11-4

William Shanahan (7) Northumberland Racing Club Simon Waugh, Morpeth

B g Milan - Seductive Dance

Br John Dwan and John Brennan

Simon Waugh Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWBack in cheekpieces and tongue tied for first time, fared better than of late when mid-field in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (19.7f) a month ago. Now only 1lb above last winning mark, so could go well returned to chasing back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA90

3 BALLYNAGRAN (IRE) (28) 046-031

Br g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancyfacia (IRE)

The Yorkshire Racing Partnership

8 11-2

Craig Nichol

Joanne Foster, Ilkley

Br Tony Lawlor Jo Foster Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWBacked at long odds, despite being 15lb out of the handicap, and showed much improved form when off the mark at Wetherby (24.2f, 14/1) a month ago. Has more to offer over fences and can follow up TFRHHHHH BHA88

4 SIR APOLLO (IRE) (16) 4-41644 CD

B g Westerner - Fieldtown (IRE)

8 10-11

Jonathan England

NMUS Sam England, Guiseley

Br Martin J. Dibbs Keighley Steel

TIMEFORM VIEW Upped in trip and opened his account when making all in handicap at this C&D in November Disappointing at Market Rasen (23.9f) earlier this month, but no surprise to see him bounce back with blinkers on first time TFRHHHHI BHA83

5 HENRY BROWN (IRE) (25) 331463

8 10-10

B g Mahler - Blackeyedsue (IRE) Brian Hughes

Mr H. Burns Hugh Burns, Alnwick

Br David Moran

TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by way race developed when finally off the mark at Hexham (24.2f) in September and hasn’t been able to match that form since, not posing much of a threat when third at this C&D last time TFRHHHII BHA82

6 THE VERY THING (IRE) (53) 52-6P3P

9 10-6

B g Getaway (GER) - Katie Quinn (IRE) Miss Becky Smith

Mr Derek Walpole Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Liam Flavin Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWGained sole win at Catterick (25.2f) in January last year and ran well when second at Market Rasen on final start of the campaign. Yet to fire this season, though, running no sort of race when pulled up last time. Hard to catch right. TFRHHIII BHA78

7 TANRUDY (IRE) (18) 2230-04

9 10-3

B g Presenting - Come In Moscow (IRE) Adam Wedge

Mr Mark J. Phillips Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Highfort Stud Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWOn long losing run but, with a visor reapplied, hinted at a revival when fourth of 10 at Hereford (25.2f) 18 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Has dropped further in the weights and blinkers now back on, though needs to prove himself at this trip TFRHHHII BHA75

2022: POWERFUL POSITION (IRE) 7 11 4 Jack Tudor 11-8 (Christian Williams) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.

Stewards Note:

TANRUDY: Following its run on 5/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a loose runner

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Ballynagran (IRE), 10-3 Sir Apollo (IRE), 5-1 Henry Brown (IRE), 6-1 Loughermore (IRE), 8-1 Tanrudy (IRE), 12-1 The Very Thing (IRE), 20-1 Along Long Story (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 2.40

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BBC MAKEADIFFERENCEAWARDS NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £12800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5170, 2nd £2584, 3rd £1293, 4th £646, 5th £323. (Penalty Value £6759.68)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (54 wins from 267 runners, 20%) runs JIPEKAA MACHIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (4 wins from 40 runners, 10%) runs JIPEKAA MACHIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: MULLINAREE trained by M Harris, Warminster, 292 miles.

Upped in trip, MULLINAREE got back on the up when second at Huntingdon on his handicap debut last time and he can build on that effort to open his account. There are several in the line-up who could do better now handicapping, though, with Jipekaa Machin feared most, while Horn Cape is an interesting contender on his first start for Ben Haslam.

1-2-3: 1.MULLINAREE (IRE) 2.JIPEKAA MACHIN (FR) 3.HORN CAPE (FR)

colours no horse

1 JARAMILLO (GB) (21) 5-P2303

B g Oasis Dream - Guajara (GER)

age st lb

5 12-0

Conor O’Farrell

Owners Group 098 Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof Owners Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful but quirky sort on Flat for Roger Varian Back on track over hurdles when placed in maiden/novice company before Christmas, but looked awkward when third of 7 in maiden at Fakenham (2m) earlier this month. Capable if on a going day. TFRHHHII BHA109

2 MULLINAREE (IRE) (27) 5/3-3342

7 11-13

B g Kayf Tara - Rydalis (FR) Mitchell Bastyan

Mr K. Sohi Milton Harris, Warminster

Br D. & R. Halley Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers in Ireland and has placed twice from 3 starts over hurdles for current yard Upped in trip, improved when runner-up at Huntingdon (20.7f) on handicap debut last month and he can go one better TFRHHHHH BHA108

3 SHANDANCER (IRE) (27) 34-6445

6 11-11

B g Morpheus - Mrs Popple Jack Quinlan Racing To Profit Syndicate Amy Murphy, Newmarket

Br Mrs Claire Doyle Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWFair bumper performer in Ireland and has run to a similar level in a trio of starts over hurdles for his new connections, fifth of 17 at Huntingdon (20.7f) on handicap debut last time Could do better with tongue strap/cheekpieces on first time TFRHHHII BHA106

4 STAND STAUNCH (IRE) (138) B24P-P

B g Camelot - Takawiri (IRE)

Mr J. P. G. Hamilton

5 11-8

Jamie Hamilton

Alison Hamilton, Denholm

Br Whisperview Trading Ltd Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWRan to a fair level when making the frame both completed starts over hurdles for Joseph Patrick O’Brien However, pulled up on his 2 outings for current trainer, off 9 months (had wind op) prior to his latest. Risky proposition on handicap bow. TFRHHIII BHA103

5 BRIAN’S JET (IRE) (59) 5363P

Gr g Jet Away - Carryonblue (IRE)

Mr J McAvoy, Mr C Lowther & Partners

Br Ms Cecily Purcell

5 11-8

Henry Brooke

Brian Ellison, Malton

Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWModest form in bumpers and was allowed a soft lead when third of 4 in novice hurdle at Newcastle (2m6f) in December Failed to back up that effort when pulled up at the same course on Boxing Day. Tongue strap now reached for as he goes handicapping TFRHHIII BHA103

6 HORN CAPE (FR) (83) 10/P6-34

Gr g Fame And Glory - Capstone (FR)

Mr John P. McManus

Br M.L. Bloodstock Ltd

6 11-6

Kevin Brogan

Ben Haslam, Middleham

TIMEFORMVIEWEx-French bumper winner who showed some promise over hurdles for Nicky Henderson, needing lesser test when fourth of 6 at Exeter (21.6f) on handicap debut in December Interesting contender back down in trip on yard debut. TFRHHHHI BHA101

7 WOLF RUN (IRE) (457) 40/453-

B or Br g Presenting - Our Pride

8 11-3

Ross Chapman

Mr G. R. Orchard & Mrs J. M. Gray Sue Smith, Bingley

Br Michael Fennessy Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise on first of 2 outings in bumpers and did so go again when fourth of 14 at Uttoxeter hurdles debut Failed to progress on his next 2 starts over hurdles but could show more in handicaps, though has a 15-month absence to overcome TFRHHHII BHA98

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

JIPEKAA MACHIN (FR) (22) 33154 C

4 11-1

B g Saonois (FR) - Salsavina (FR) Brian Hughes

Kc Sofas Ltd Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Miss Patricia Lemarie

Proactive Personnel Limited, KC Sofas Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in juvenile hurdles in France before making a winning stable debut at this course (16.8f) in November Disappointed both outings since, but could bounce back upped in trip on handicap debut with blinkers now added TFRHHHHI BHA110

9 CLEAN GETAWAY (IRE) (16) 046-40F

6 10-4

B g Getaway (GER) - Dee Two O Two (IRE) Joe Williamson (5)

Mr P. Kirby Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Adrian Sutton Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t make much of an impact in 4 starts for Nicky Henderson and has fared little better for his current yard, off a further 5 months before failing to complete in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen 16 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA85

2022: HAJEY 5 10 9 Tom Midgley 9-2 (Tracy Waggott) 9 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3, 5.

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

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Mullinaree (IRE), 5-1 Jipekaa Machin (FR), 11-2 Jaramillo (GB), 7-1 Shandancer (IRE), 8-1 Horn Cape (FR), 12-1 Wolf Run (IRE), 14-1 Brian’s Jet (IRE), 28-1 Stand Staunch (IRE), Clean Getaway (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 3.15

THREE MILES ABOUT THREE FURLONGS (3M 3F 9YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE MW PAVING AND GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £8200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3312, 2nd £1656, 3rd £828, 4th £414, 5th £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (33 wins from 287 runners, 11%) runs HIDEO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Greenall & J Guerriero (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs FIRST MAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: REDBRIDGE ROSIE trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 221 miles.

Both of THE BLAME GAME’s career successes have come here at Sedgefield and a chance is taken that he’ll be able to build upon the minor promise of his recent Doncaster effort now up in trip. First Man finished ahead of the selection there and is a danger if able to bounce back from a poor effort over fences, with Benny Baloo rating an interesting handicap newcomer

1-2-3: 1.THE BLAME GAME (IRE) 2.FIRST MAN (IRE) 3.BENNY BALOO

1 THATBEATSBANAGHER (IRE) (98) 2-40104 CD 9 12-0

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Katie’s Jem (IRE) Kevin Brogan

Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham

Br Michael O’Gorman

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in September and returned to form when fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Newcastle (23.7f, soft) 98 days ago, faring best of those held up Yard quiet but he has claims. TFRHHHII BHA100

2 SECRETS DE FAMILLE (FR) (36) 00050P-

Ch m Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Louisa M Alcott

Mr N. Mechie

Br Mr Xavier Moyer & Mme Annabelle Moyer

6 11-4

Stephen Mulqueen

Neil Mechie, Middleham

TIMEFORMVIEWOnly modest form over hurdles and showed little when eleventh of 13 in maiden at Dundalk (12f) on Flat debut 36 days ago. Significantly up in trip First run for yard after leaving Peter McCreery. Hard to fancy. TFRHHIII BHA90

3 FIRST MAN (IRE) (14) 31/-0P30

B g Lilbourne Lad (IRE) - Dos Lunas (IRE)

The Haydock Park Racing Syndicate

8 11-2

Henry Brooke

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Michael Fennessy Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEWMissed all of last season butproved he retains ability when third in 19-runner event at Doncaster last month, finishing ahead of The Blame Game Attracted support before running no sort of race back over fences last time but has good chance on pick of form back hurdling. TFRHHHHI BHA88

4 THE BLAME GAME (IRE) (44) 60-0PP5 C

B g Getaway (GER) - Tribal Princess (IRE)

Exors of the Late Mr J. D. Gordon

Br Seamus Murphy

9 11-2

Brian Hughes

James Ewart, Langholm

Leeds Plywood & Doors Ltd, Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEWBoth hurdle wins gained over 2 1/2m at this course, the latter in August 2021 Small step back in the right direction when fifth in 19-runner event at Doncaster (24.4f, soft, 33/1) 44 days ago. Almost a stone below last winning mark and is interesting on return to Sedgefield TFRHHHHH BHA88

5 REDBRIDGE ROSIE (IRE) (21) 440-434

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Miss Island (IRE)

The Good Old Days Racing Partnership

Br Jim O’Flynn

6 10-10

Nick Scholfield

Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting

Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWMinor promise in mares ’ novice and maiden last spring but evidently hasn’t progressed and looked a hard ride when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Fakenham (23.4f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Cheekpieces now applied.

6 BENNY BALOO (GB) (27) 6U1-046

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Tarabaloo

Mr R. W. Metcalfe

Br R. W. Metcalfe

TFRHHHII BHA82

6 10-9

Jamie Hamilton

Tim Easterby, Malton

TIMEFORMVIEWNo threat in trio of novice/maiden hurdles but he did win a point and yard have had success with the family, so he’s not written off now handicapping despite steep-looking opening mark. TFRHHHHI BHA81

7 MY STRONG MAN (IRE) (28) 0F/-3626

B g Authorized (IRE) - Lady Chloe

7 10-5

Thomas Dowson

The Platinum Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Philip Kirby

Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up at Catterick on New Year’s Day and shaped as if still in reasonable form when sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (24.1f, soft) 28 days ago. Respected in this company. TFRHHHII BHA77

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

HIDEO (FR) (20) 60P0PP

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Saora (FR)

6 10-2

Conor O’Farrell

Two Nicks and a Mick Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br J. Francois Magnien & B. Magnien

TIMEFORMVIEWHad some fairly useful form over hurdles/fences in France at the beginning of his career Yet to offer much in Britain though, pulled up in handicap chase at Catterick (19.2f, good) 20 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA69

2022: THATBEATSBANAGHER (IRE) 8 11 12 Richie McLernon 33-1 (Ben Haslam) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2

Thatbeatsbanagher (IRE), My Strong Man (IRE), 6-1

Redbridge Rosie (IRE), 13-2 The Blame Game (IRE), 7-1 First Man (IRE), 8-1 Benny Baloo (GB), 20-1 Hideo (FR), 28-1 Secrets de Famille (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 3.50

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 1F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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Total prize fund £10600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4281, 2nd £2140, 3rd £1071, 4th £535, 5th £267. (Penalty Value £5597.86) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): B Ellison (35 wins from 151 runners, 23%) runs LUCKY ROBIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Morgan (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs DONDIAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: DONDIAM trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 151 miles.

GHANDI MAKER proved well suited by a positive ride dropped to 2m last time and might be up to defying a rise in the weights The unexposed Dondiam impressed with the way he travelled for a long way at Fakenham and is the one likely to give Stuart Coltherd’s charge most to do.

1-2-3: 1.GANDHI MAKER (FR) 2.DONDIAM (FR) 3.FEARLESS ACTION (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 FEARLESS ACTION (IRE) (25) 0226-40

7 12-0

B g Yeats (IRE) - Hello Kitty (IRE) Sean Quinlan

Mr G. F. White Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Mr W. T. Murphy

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up twice over hurdles last winter, including here His 2 comeback runs at this venue last month were underwhelming but he could still be building up his fitness after his absence. Makes chase debut TFRHHHII BHA98

2 GANDHI MAKER (FR) (23) 0-P25P1

7 11-11

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Thellya d’Arc (FR) Ross Chapman

Mr A. McCormack Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Br Mme M. J. Augereau & Mr R. Terriere

Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner who bounced back from a couple of poor runs when winning at Newcastle 23 days ago, proving well suit by a positive ride dropped back to 2m. Raised 6lb but he’s unexposed at this trip and his yard won this race last year

3 DONDIAM (FR) (21) 635-6F4

TFRHHHHH BHA95

6 11-9

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Nouvelle Donne (FR)

Br Dominique Le Baron

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Adam Wedge National Hunt Racing Club

TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who travelled well for a long way when 4 lengths fourth in 2m Fakenham handicap on his completed start over fences. Likely capable of better and a major player here TFRHHHHI BHA93

4 MAGIC MIKE (IRE) (29) 6560B0

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

6 11-0

Craig Nichol

Mr A. Robson Paul Robson, Hawick

Br Dixie Cotterell

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeframesecondstartinpointsandIrishbumpereffortsforJohnHalleyalsoweren’tdevoidofpromise.Hascutlittleiceinnovicehurdles for this yard, but given that point background it wouldn’t be a shock were he to make more of an impact now handicap chasing TFRHHHII BHA84

5 LUCKY ROBIN (IRE) (25) 3PF64P CD

Ch g Mister Fotis (USA) - Bewilderment (IRE)

11 10-12

Henry Brooke

Brian Ellison Racing Club Brian Ellison, Malton

Br Michael Feeney Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Let down by jumping on the whole over fences, pulling up over 19f here last month. Headgear off. Mark continues to fall but he has a bit to prove at present TFRHHIII BHA82

2022: WHEELBAHRI 8 10 12 Sam Coltherd 13-8 (Stuart Coltherd) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 4.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Lucky Robin (IRE), 7-1 Fearless Action (IRE), 16-1 Magic Mike (IRE)

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Gandhi Maker (FR), 9-4 Dondiam (FR), 13-2

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

SEVENTH RACE 4.25

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £12800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5170, 2nd £2584, 3rd £1293, 4th £646, 5th £323. (Penalty Value £6759.68) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Menzies (20 wins from 145 runners, 14%) runs START IN FRONT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A P Keatley (3 wins from 5 runners, 60%) runs LEGENDARY DAY

WEIGHTWATCHER: GLIMPSE OF GOLD won off a handicap mark of 120, his rating is now down 6lb to 114.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: GLIMPSE OF GOLD trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 221 miles.

A trio of handicap newcomers make most appeal, with LEGENDARY DAY fancied to follow up his recent Flat success and gain a second C&D win of the season. Bertie’sWish got back on track last time and rates the biggest threat, whilst Start In Front would be interesting if able to replicate the form of his UK debut when scoring at Wetherby

1-2-3: 1.LEGENDARY DAY 2.BERTIE’S WISH (IRE) 3.START IN FRONT (FR)

colours no horse age st lb

1 GLIMPSE OF GOLD (GB) (53) 2240FP

B g Passing Glance - Tizzy Blue (IRE)

12 12-0

Jay Tidball (7)

Yen Hall Farm Racing Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting

Br Paul Wixey Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed summer hat-trick at Stratford in June. Has struggled in deeper contests this winter, though, and others make more appeal on recent performances. TFRHHIII

2 LEGENDARY DAY (GB) (28) 12 CD

B g Adaay (IRE) - Dubai Legend

Keatley Racing, Doherty and Manson

5 11-12

Brian Hughes

Adrian Keatley, Malton

Br D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd Keatley Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWMade winning start on yard/hurdles bow in C&D novice in November and ran to similar level on second start when runner-up at Catterick on New Year’s Day. Winner on Flat last time and he’s shortlisted on handicap debut TFRHHHHH BHA112

3 BERTIE’S WISH (IRE) (17) 5103 CD

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Dance Bid

5 11-12

Sean Quinlan

Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek

Br D. Kitchin, D. Cahill & M. Davison Pra World Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner got off the mark at the second time of asking in this sphere in C&D maiden in December Back on track when third of 11 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Hood applied for handicap debut and he’s respected. TFRHHHHI BHA112

4 THEY CALL ME PETE (GB) (18) 6-5420

B g Shirocco (GER) - Pectora (IRE)

Miss C. Williamson

Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

5 11-6

Patrick Cowley (3)

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

TIMEFORM VIEWRunner-up in novice at Market Rasen on Boxing Day and shaped reasonably well until tiring when ninth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time but mark still looks on stiff side. TFRHHHII BHA106

5 LORD CAPRIO (IRE) (93) P0-2333 CD

8 11-0

B g Lord Shanakill (USA) - Azzurra du Caprio (IRE) Kevin Brogan

Blue Lion Racing IX Ben Haslam, Middleham

Br Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner was placed all 4 starts over hurdles in 2022, most recently when third of 5 in another C&D event (soft) 93 days ago. Others perhaps have more scope for progress and yard form remains a concern. TFRHHHII BHA100

6 START IN FRONT (FR) (22) 5-36102

Ch g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Extra Terrestrial (FR)

4 10-13

Nathan Moscrop

Mr Robin Oliver Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br Jacques Beres Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form in France before making a successful start for new connections after 8 months off at Wetherby (16f, heavy) in December Disappointing both outings since but could bounce back now handicapping and market support would be notable TFRHHHHI BHA111

7 NORTH PARADE (IRE) (20) 1P-P62U CD

8 10-10

Br g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Retain That Magic (IRE) Ross Chapman

Mrs S. Smith Sue Smith, Bingley

Br Mr D. Kennedy Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner last March but jumping issues typically reared their head when unseating in handicap chase at Catterick (15.7f, good) 20 days ago, though was in process of running well at the time Back over hurdles now. TFRHHHII BHA96

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Princesse Dansante (IRE) Charlotte Jones (3)

Gu on Big un James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br Darley

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Eighteen runs since last win in 2020 and hasn’t made much impression yet this term, so whilst he continues to slide in the weights, others are preferred. TFRHHHII BHA91

2022: SACRE PIERRE (FR) 4 10 8 Brian Hughes 4-1 (Donald McCain) 4 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

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THEY CALL ME PETE: Following its run on 5/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Legendary Day (GB), Start In Front (FR), 9-2 Bertie’s Wish (IRE), 9-1 North Parade (IRE), 10-1 They Call Me Pete (GB), Golden Town (IRE), 11-1 Lord Caprio (IRE), 22-1 Glimpse of Gold (GB)

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First Race 1.00 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, February 17th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 5lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 14 entries at £45.Closed February 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

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STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 17th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 21st. Penalties, after February 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £55. - Closed February 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Third Race 2.05 - THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5597 to the winning horse The second to receive £2575, the third £1287, the fourth £644 and the fifth £321. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 17th and pay £53 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 21st. Penalties, after February 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with 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. 15 entries at £53. - Closed February 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4281; Second £2140; Third £1071; Fourth £535; Fifth £267. (Penalty Value £5597.86)

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Fourth Race 2.40 - THE BBC MAKEADIFFERENCEAWARDS NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6759 to the winning horse The second to receive £3110, the third £1555, the fourth £778 and the fifth £387. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £64 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 21st. Penalties, after February 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 19 entries, 2 at £12 and 17 at £64. - Closed February 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5170; Second £2584; Third £1293; Fourth £646; Fifth £323. (Penalty Value £6759.68)

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Fifth Race 3.15 - THE MW PAVING AND GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze 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 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 17th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 21st. Penalties, after February 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifiers during the current season. 16 entries at £41. - Closed February 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)

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Sixth Race 3.50 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED DAILY AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5597 to the winning horse The second to receive £2575, the third £1287, the fourth £644 and the fifth £321. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 17th and pay £53 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 21st. Penalties, after February 11th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with 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 £53. - Closed February 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4281; Second £2140; Third £1071; Fourth £535; Fifth £267. (Penalty Value £5597.86) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.25 - THE VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6759 to the winning horse The second to receive £3110, the third £1555, the fourth £778 and the fifth £387. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £64 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 21st. Penalties, after February 11th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with 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. 17 entries at £64. - Closed February 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5170; Second £2584; Third £1293; Fourth £646; Fifth £323. (Penalty Value £6759.68) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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