Sedgefield Racecard - Tuesday 14th March

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Bold type shows Point-to-Point form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

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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 4th Race Day here at Sedgefield Racecourse and we will be showing the first day of racing from Cheltenham on the big screen and throughout the racecourse.

I would like to thank our sponsors of the today, Vickers Bet, JTC Pizzalicious, Le Raaj and MW Paving & Groundworks.

It’s my fourth 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 today, we start with a Novice Hurdle at 13.50 then followed by a mix of 3 Handicap Chases and 2 Handicap Hurdles and the last race starting at 17.50 is a National Hunt Flat Race. I like the look of race 4 at 15.50 with a competitive field of Class 4 horses. Those of you who will be having a bet Good Luck in picking the winner

Our 5th Raceday of 2023 is an afternoon race card on the 23rd March we have a full race card, 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

Excessive alcohol consumption needs to be reported to the Safety Officer, DO NOT confront the individual/s, and the FRG (Fast Response Group/ Security) will deal with the situation. We do reserve the right, in extreme circumstances, either to refuse admission or to eject a person from the racecourse

Communications/Mobile Phones

Mobile telephones, laptops, tablets and any other electronic devices may not be used on the racecourse for betting purposes Cellular phones may be used for other purposes but only away from designated betting areas FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN YOUR REMOVAL FROM THE PREMISES AS PER OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY.

Admission - Conditions Of Entry

Entry to the racecourse is subject to the right of the racecourse executive to refuse to admit and/ or to expel, without prior notice, any person whose behaviour is considered to be unruly or unacceptable or is a disqualified person.

• Bringing food and drink into the enclosures other than that purchased at the racecourse is prohibited.

• Racegoers must at all times comply with any conditions, rules and regulations in operation, including the observance of no drinking areas for safety reasons

• There is no formal dress code.

• Lost and stolen badges will not be replaced.

• Transfers to enclosures may be possible on the day, subject to availability.

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

Public Evacuation Procedure

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!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The Sedgefield Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.

TUESDAY 14TH MARCH (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

ALAN DEMPSEY (Chief Steward) NEIL EDMINSON (Stewards Panel Chair)

PHILIPPA HARDY, MICHAEL EYRE, BEN FORD

STARTERS

STUART TURNER

JASON CALLAGHAN

JUDGE

DI CLARK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

WAYNE BURNELL

VETERINARY OFFICER

MATT BUTTERELL

VETERINARY SURGEONS

CAROLINE BLAKISTON

FRANCESCA GREENHAM

CHARLOTTE CRISP

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr BRUCE MCLAIN

Dr VIV TUT

Dr STEPHEN WROE

NURSE

CHRISTINE TOMBLING

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

RACHEL KIRTLEY

JOE O’GORMAN

DAVID COOK

COMMENTATOR

TONY ENNIS

BETTING RING MANAGER

JOHN CLARK

CLERK OF THE COURSE & SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

MICHAEL NAUGHTON

RACEDAY PRESENTER

GARETH TOPHAM

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

£1 free Cheltenham bet

Claim now from the britbet betting shop next to the Weighing Room

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£1 free Cheltenham bet

Terms and conditions. £1 free bet on any Cheltenham races on Tuesday 14th March 2023. Maximum one free bet per customer. This voucher must be presented at the time of bet placement in the Sedgefield britbet Betting Shop. No cash alternative. No purchase necessary. £1 free bet promotion available on Tuesday 14th March 2023 only. Over 18s only.

TRACK

UPDATE

I am pleased to confirm that the track at Sedgefield Racecourse will benefit from significant investment over the summer As a result, we have taken the decision to move our popular Ladies Day event from its traditional August date to the fixture scheduled here for Friday 14 April.

The project will primarily focus on the area between the back and home straights, going into and out of the final bend. The major groundwork is anticipated to take between six and eight weeks to complete, with further time then required to fully re-establish the racing surface.

Specifically, this project will look to address issues with the historical topography of the final bend, making improvements to the entry radius as well as the overall camber. On completion, this specific area of the racing surface will also benefit from an improved radius, offering a more optimal transition from the back straight to the home straight.

We will look forward to giving you further updates over the course of the summer as we progress through the work. If you have any questions, please do get in touch.

Colin Smith General Manager, Sedgefield Racecourse.

THE SKY BET SUPREME NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £135000

Owners Prize Money 1st £58104, 2nd £23949, 3rd £11975, 4th £5994, 5th £2997, 6th 1499, 7th £743, 8th £378. (Penalty Value £75964.50) colours no

TIMEFORMVIEW£170,000buyafterpointwinwholookedapotentialstarwhenlandinghissolebumperlasttermandhasdonenothingtoalterthatviewsincesenthurdling, makingit3from3in6-runnereventatSandown(2m)38daysago,leading2outandsoonincommand.Wellworthhisplaceatthislevel.

2

RAVEN (IRE) (37) 11/-13 D

Br g Malinas (GER) - Mary Wilkie (IRE)

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B John Mulcahy

TIMEFORM VIEW Wonbothstartsinbumpersin2020/21andbeliedalengthyabsenceinthemannerofapotentiallysmartnoviceonhisLeopardstownhurdlingdebut (2m).FarfromdisgracedwhenthirdinGrade1wonbyIlEtaitTempstheresince,andhe’slikelytoprogressfurtherifbrushinguponhisjumping.

3 DIVERGE (GB) (43) 61 D

Br Ch g Frankel - Sparkling Beam (IRE) Mr P. W. Mullins J

O C. Jones W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B George Strawbridge

TIMEFORMVIEW FairlyusefulperformeronthelevelinFrancewholefthishurdlingdebutformwellbehindwhenrunningoutanemphaticwinnerofa22-runnerPunchestown maiden(2m,heavy)43daysago.Thiswillbewholedifferentballgame,buthe’sclearlypromisingandopentofurtherprogress.Tonguestrapon.

4 DOCTOR BRAVO (FR) (24) 1213

Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - Bright Tango (FR)

6 11-7

Davy Russell J

O Caldwell Construction Ltd Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Mr Gaetan Gilles

Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW QuickenedupwelltowinhissolebumperandimpressedwithhisattitudewhenmakinghissecondhurdlestartawinningoneatDownRoyal(17f) inJanuary FarfromdisgracedforonesoinexperiencedinGrade3atGowran(2m)subsequentlyandopentofurtherimprovement

5 FACILE VEGA (IRE) (37) 11-1115 CD BF

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Quevega (FR)

O Hammer & Trowel Syndicate

B Hammer & Trowel Syndicate

6 11-7

140

Townend J

P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Wonall4startsinbumperslastseason,includingChampionBumper andlookedjustasspecialoverhurdleswhenreadywinnerofFutureChampionsNovices’ HurdleatLeopardstownoverChristmas.Losthisunbeatenrecordintamefashionbacktherelasttimebutcanprovethatrunningallwrong. TFRHHHHI BHA155

6 FENNOR CROSS (IRE) (121) 311 CD

Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Persilian (IRE)

O The Positivity Syndicate

B John O’Connor

6 11-7

Simon Torrens J

John McConnell, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the Flat who built on the promise of his hurdling debut when landing a C&D maiden in October ProgressedagainwhenfollowingupinGrade2backhere3weekslaterbutthisdemandsplentymore. TFRHHIII BHA134

7 HIGH DEFINITION (IRE) (37) 1U D

Br B h Galileo (IRE) - Palace (IRE)

O Derrick Smith/Mrs John Magnier

B Whisperview Trading Ltd

5 11-7

J. J. Slevin J

Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWVerysmartupto11/2montheFlatforAidanO’Brienandovercamesomenoviceymistakestoholdoffalistedbumperwinnerandonewithabigreputation onhisLeopardstownhurdlingdebutonBoxingDay Uppedingradeandletdownbyhisjumpingtherelastmonthbutremainscapableofbetter

8 IL ETAIT TEMPS (FR) (37) 35-4121 D

Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Une des Sources (FR)

O Hollywood Syndicate & Barnane Stud

B Mr E. Clayeux & S.C. Ecurie Couderc

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-7

Daniel Mullins J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedsincefittedwithahood,buildingonhisTramoremaidenwinreturnedtoGrade1companywhensecondtoFacileVegaatLeopardstown overChristmas.CapitalisedonthatrivalunderperformingwhenresumingwinningwaysthereinFebruary,butdiditwellandcan’tbetakenlightly TFRHHHHI BHA155

9 INTHEPOCKET (GB) (37) 1-112 D

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Egretta Island (IRE)

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mrs Tessa Greatrex & Mr D. Futter

6 11-7

Rachael Blackmore J

Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWCost£290,000afterwinninghissolepointandimpressivewhenlanding2mWexfordmaidenhurdleinOctober Maintainedunbeatenrecordsteppedupintrip/ gradeatNavan(21/2m)andfarfromdisgracedbehindIlEtaitTempsinGrade1atLeopardstown(2m)lasttime.Notwithouteach-wayhope. TFRHHHII BHA145

TIMEFORMVIEWHighlypromisingsortwholandedabraceofbumpersinstylishfashionandmaintainedhisunbeatenrecordwithasmartperformanceonjust hissecondhurdlingstartinRoyalBondatFairyhouse(2m)lasttime,doingespeciallywellhavingconcededfirstrun.Excitingprospect

TIMEFORM VIEWFlatwinnerinGermanyandmadeasuccessfulstartinthisspherefollowingalengthyabsenceina2mChepstownoviceinOctober

secondattemptwhen11lengthssecondof6tothehighlypromisingLuccia(favouriteforDawnRun)atExeterbuthashisworkcutoutatthislevel.

DisappointedsteppedupingradeatHuntingdonsincebutwassaidtohavescopeddirty

13 STRONG LEADER (GB) (44) 12111 D

Br B g Passing Glance - Strong Westerner (IRE)

O Welfordgolf syndicate

B R. Rainbow & Sons welford on avon golf course ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWLookedhighlypromisinginbumpersandimpressivelymadeit3-3inthissphereina2mSouthwellnovice44daysago,quickeningclearunderhands andheelsfromhometurn.Hasmoreonhisplateinthishighergrade,buthe’screatedafineimpressionsofarandshouldn’tbeoverlooked. TFRHHHII BHA133

14 TAHMURAS (FR) (66) 121-111 D

6 11-7

Br B g Falco (USA) - Alinga’s Lass (IRE) Harry Cobden J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Tahmuras Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B G.A.E.C Stewart Monu-Skincare Cheltnham Spa S

TFRHHHII BHA142

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulpointerwhohasn’tlookedbacksincefindingonlyonetoogoodonhisRulesbow,winningaWincantonbumperandall3hurdlestartstodate, includingtheGrade1Tolworthlasttime,despitestillshowingsignsofinexperience.Thatformisprovingstrong,andhe’sopentomoreprogress.

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: CONSTITUTION HILL 5 11 7 Nico de Boinville 9-4 (Nicky Henderson) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 8.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Facile Vega (IRE), 9-2 Marine Nationale (IRE), 13-2 Il Etait Temps (FR), 10-1 Tahmuras (FR), 16-1 Diverge (GB), High Definition (IRE), 20-1 Chasing Fire (GB), Doctor Bravo (FR), 22-1 Inthepocket (GB), 25-1 Strong Leader (GB), 28-1 Dark Raven (IRE), Rare Edition (IRE), 66-1 Fennor Cross (IRE), 200-1 Palace Boy (GER)

PLAY SMARTER

MARINE NATIONALE made it 4 from 4 with more to spare than the winning margin implies in the Royal Bond having conceded first run and, although that form is perhaps not quite as strong as some of the other principals, he has the hallmarks of a potential star and is taken to confirm that view Facile Vega surrendered his unbeaten record in tame fashion last time but will be a big threat if proving that running all wrong. Diverge is interesting up in grade, with Il Etait Temps also respected.

FIRST RACE 1.50

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

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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)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (54 wins from 264 runners, 20%) runs FORCING BULL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (5 wins from 32 runners, 16%) runs FORCING BULL LONGEST TRAVELLER: FORCING BULL trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 142 miles.

CHASE A FORTUNE easily opened his account at Catterick a fortnight ago and a penalty may not prevent the follow. Halpha Soleil wasn’t beaten far on last month’s UK/stable debut at Wetherby and is feared most ahead of Forcing Bull, who went off too hard in a Haydock bumper on his Rules debut in December

1-2-3: 1.CHASE A FORTUNE 2.HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) 3.FORCING BULL (FR)

colours no horse age st lb

1 CHASE A FORTUNE (GB) (14) 5-22321

5 11-12

B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Lucematic Sean Quinlan

Chasing the dream Chris Grant, Billingham

Br T. C. Dawson

www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who made the most of a good opportunity to get off the mark in 9-runner maiden at Catterick (15.7f, good) 14 days ago, easily Looks capable of defying a penalty in another weak event TFRHHHHH BHA114

2 FORCING BULL (FR) (74) 3P-3310

6 11-5

B g Papal Bull - Florice (GER) Brian Hughes The Turner Family Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Detouillon Raphael et Frederique et al Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWComfortably off mark in Irish points at sixth attempt but went off too hard in a Haydock bumper on Rules debut in December Fitted with a first-time tongue strap for hurdle debut (also had breathing op). TFRHHHII BHA-

3 HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) (27) 15/-2515

6 11-5

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) Conor O’Farrell

T I S PARTNERSHIP Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice in French bumpers (tongue tied second time) and wasn’t disgraced in a slowly-run event at Wetherby (19.7f) on stable/UK debut last month. May build on that TFRHHHHI BHA110

4 HEEZTHEBOY (IRE) (26) 00

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

6 11-5

Craig Nichol

Mr John Wade Pauline Robson, Capheaton

Br Mr Michael Ward

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in a bumper/novice hurdle so far.

5 PERCY WILLIS (GB) (20) P-4

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 11-5

B g Sir Percy - Peace Lily Charlie Hammond

The Unlikely Lads Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Br Mrs R. F. Johnson Houghton Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW In reasonable heart on the level of late and showed more than on hurdling debut when fourth of 7 in a Doncaster novice 20 days ago.

6 THIRD AVENUE (IRE) (10) P

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 11-5

Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Third Dimension (FR) John Kington

Whod have thought Andrew Crook, Leyburn

Br Swordlestown Little Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor on Flat nowadays (respectable effort last time) and showed nothing sent hurdling after 7 months off at Wetherby in December. Easily opposed

7 BLOOMING FORTUNE (IRE) (77) 32U-520

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 10-12

Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ballyknock Present (IRE) Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Miss Paula Smith Paula Smith, Malton

Br B. Higgins

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who offered little in a Wetherby bumper on Rules debut back in December. Best watched on the back of that now hurdling with a tongue strap added TFRHIIII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

8

GRIFTER (GB) (33) 50

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Fleabiscuit (IRE)

4 10-9

Henry Brooke

Mr Shaun Sowray Danny Brooke, Middleham

Br Lucayan Stud Ltd

Danny Brooke Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of just one of his 17 starts on the Flat and just poor form over hurdles to date TFRHIIII BHA-

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2, 7. Hood worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 8.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Chase A Fortune (GB), 10-3 Halpha Soleil (FR), 5-1 Forcing Bull (FR), 8-1 Percy Willis (GB), 100-1 Heeztheboy (IRE), Grifter (GB), 150-1 Third Avenue (IRE), Blooming Fortune (IRE)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

EQUINE POLICY

The safety of horse and rider is of paramount importance to Sedgefield Racecourse

We have a team of highly qualified vets and doctors following the action at all times and a top of the range horse ambulance in attendance at every meeting.

It is policy at this racecourse for screens to be erected when a horse requires veterinary treatment on the track This is to offer some privacy and calm for both horse and vet and does not automatically imply that a fatality has occurred.

To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website: www.sedgefield-racecourse.co.uk.

A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS

Owners & Trainers have exclusive access of the Owners & Trainers Suite situated within the Roflow Stand where there is complimentary Tea/Coffee & Lunch. There is also a Restaurant inside the Paxtons Stand where tables are available at a discounted rate should you wish to upgrade Subject to availability.

If you require any assistance today please ask any member of the staff who will be happy to help you. For more information please visit www.sedgefield-racecourse.co.uk

www.arenaracingcompany.co.uk

THE SPORTING LIFE ARKLE CHALLENGE TROPHY NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £175000

Owners Prize Money 1st £75320, 2nd £31045, 3rd £15523, 4th £7770, 5th £3885, 6th £1943, 7th £963, 8th £490. (Penalty Value £98472.50)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 BALLYBREEZE (GB) (139) 04323-1 D

7 11-7

Br B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Cottstown Gold (IRE) Robert Dunne J

O Mr Kevin Price Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

B Mrs Fiona Walker

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a nice prospect when making a successful start over fences in a 2m Chepstow novice handicap in October but he’s very much pitched in at the deep end on his first outing since. TFRHIIII BHA120

2 DYSART DYNAMO (IRE) (38) 11F-514 D

7 11-7

Br B g Westerner - Dysart Dancer (IRE) Daniel Mullins J

O Ms Eleanor Manning W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Eleanor Manning

TIMEFORM VIEW Enthusiastic front-runner who made an impressive winning start to his chase career at Leopardstown over Christmas. Did too much too soon when101/2lengthsfourthtoElFabioloinIrishArkletheresinceanditremainstobeseenwhetherhehasanythingleftforthehillhere. TFRHHHII BHA151

3 EL FABIOLO (FR) (38) 3/12-111 D

Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Sainte Mante (FR)

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

B Francis Dunn

6 11-7

P. Townend J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartnovicehurdlerlastterm(secondtoJonboninAintreeGrade1)andveryimpressivewinnerofbothchasestartsthistimeround,particularlywhen forging10lengthsclearofBanbridgeinGrade1attheDublinRacingFestivallastmonth.Leadingclaimsforyardseekingafifthwinsince2015. TFRHHHHH BHA162

4 HA D’OR (FR) (10) 32-2142 D

6 11-7

Br B g Nidor (FR) - Rosewort (FR) Sean O’Keeffe J

O Mrs S. Ricci W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mrs Nathalie Viel & Mr Alain Vandenhove

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a sucsessful start to his chase career at Fairyhouse just before Christmas but his limitations have seemingly been exposed at Graded level since. His stable has some much more obvious contenders. TFRHHIII BHA148

5 HOLLOW GAMES (IRE) (78) 333-514

7 11-7

Br B g Beat Hollow - I’m Grand (IRE) Davy Russell J

O Bective Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Miss Margaret Wall Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEWMatchedhisveryusefulhurdleformwhenmakingawinningstartoverfencesatNavaninNovember Bitdisappointingiwhenawell-held fourthof5toSaintRoiinaGrade1atLeopardstownoverChristmasbuthe’sbetterthanthat Hashadwindsurgerypriortothis. TFRHHHII BHA147

6 JONBON (FR) (31) 121-111 D

7 11-7

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Star Face (FR) Aidan Coleman J

O Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Lotfi Kohli

TIMEFORM VIEWHisonlydefeatunderRulescamewhenbumpingintoConstitutionHillinlastseason’sSupreme.3-3overfencesthistermandthoughhemadeabitofa mealofbeatinghissolerivalinGrade2KingmakeratWarwicklastmonththatonedidgoandwinadecenthandicapnexttime.Boldshowlikely TFRHHHHI BHA159

7 SAINT ROI (FR) (38) 3-4321U C D

8 11-7

Br Br g Coastal Path - Sainte Vigne (FR) Mark Walsh J

O Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B P.E. Guilloux, J. Thomas & B. Dasque

TIMEFORMVIEWVerysmarthurdlerwhoshowedhe’sasgoodoverfenceswithaGrade1successatLeopardstownoverChristmas.Unseatedhalfway intheIrishArkletheresince.TheformofthatLeopardstownwinhastakenacoupleofknocksbutheremainscapableofbetter TFRHHHII BHA153

8 STRAW FAN JACK (GB) (109) 240-114 CD 8 11-7

Br Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Callerlilly Sean Houlihan J

O Mr Graham Wilson Sheila Lewis, Brecon T

B Whitegate Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWBuiltforchasingandlefthishurdleformbehindwhenwinningnovicesatFfosLas(handicap)andoverC&DinOctober Losthisunbeatenrecordoverfences inaNewburyhandicapinNovemberbuthestillranwellattemptingtoconcedeweightallround.Freshenedupsince,butplentytofind. TFRHHIII BHA141

9 EFFERNOCK FIZZ (IRE) (20) 212021 D 8 11-0

Br B m Lovelace - Manx Fizz Sam Ewing J

O Mr T. B. Sheridan Cian Collins, Ireland T

B Mr T. B. Sheridan

TIMEFORMVIEWVeryusefulmare.WonWelshChampionHurdle(Handicap)atFfosLasinOctoberandsecondinaC&Dhandicapchaseafortnightlater Gainedanoverduefirstchasesuccessina3-runnermares’noviceatLudlowlastmonthbutthisisawholedifferentballgame. TFRHHIII BHA142

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: EDWARDSTONE 8 11 4 Tom Cannon 5-2 (Alan King) 11 ran Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 7, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 El Fabiolo (FR), 7-4 Jonbon (FR), 6-1 Dysart Dynamo (IRE), 11-1 Saint Roi (FR), 40-1 Hollow Games (IRE), 50-1 Ha d’Or (FR), 80-1 Straw Fan Jack (GB), 300-1 Ballybreeze (GB), Effernock Fizz (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

EL FABIOLO and Jonbon (won) were separated by only a neck in a Grade 1 novice hurdle at Aintree last spring. The former’s comfortable defeat of Banbridge at Leopardstown last month is narrowly the best piece of 2m novice chase form this season so he’s taken to edge out Nicky Henderson’s charge this time. Saint Roi gets the vote for third.

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

THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £11400 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4604, 2nd £2302, 3rd £1151, 4th £576, 5th £287. (Penalty Value £6020.34) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (32 wins from 284 runners, 11%) runs BANDIT D’AINAY & ROXYFET

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (1 win from 11 runners, 9%) runs BANDIT D’AINAY & ROXYFET

WEIGHTWATCHER: ROXYFET won off a handicap mark of 80, his rating is now down 5lb to 75.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: TEMPLIER trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 221 miles.

MOORE CLOUDS took a heavy fall at Catterick 6 weeks ago but her previous second at Musselburgh is solid form so she is worth another chance off the same mark. Moonlight Glory looked better than ever when scoring over hurdles at Newcastle and rates a big threat off her lower chase mark, while Fearless Action made a decent start to his chase career when second over C&D and is entitled to come on for that.

1-2-3: 1.MOORE CLOUDS (IRE) 2.MOONLIGHT GLORY (IRE) 3.FEARLESS ACTION (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 FEARLESS ACTION (IRE) (19) 226-402

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. Building up his fitness after an absence and made a respectable chase debut when second of 5 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 7/2) 19 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA96

2 MOONLIGHT GLORY (IRE) (17) 004021 D

8 12-0

B m Fame And Glory - Prairie Moonlight (GER) Brian Hughes

Ursa Major Racing, CW Racing & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Br Messrs Martin Baker & Brian Baker Elstone Engineering, Elite Electrical & Fire Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over hurdles in Ireland and gained a deserved first success for this yard at Newcastle 17 days ago, forging clear 1lb lower back over fences so must be considered. TFRHHHHI BHA96

3 MOORE CLOUDS (IRE) (39) 3-4622F

8 11-9

Gr m Cloudings (IRE) - Wednesday Girl (IRE) Danny McMenamin

Clouds of Orton Andrew Wilson, Orton

Br Terence Leonard

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken well to fences, again runner-up under a positive ride at Musselburgh. Took a heavy fall at Catterick next time but big shout if none the worse. TFRHHHHH BHA91

4 GOING MOBILE (IRE) (152) 103133

B g Arcano (IRE) - Next To The Top

8 11-6

Jonathan England

Sam England Racing Club Sam England, Guiseley

Br Michael Fennessy Keighley Steel

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Hexham in September and quickly back to form when third at Carlisle following month. Off since, however, and doesn’t want the ground too soft TFRHHHII BHA88

5 TEMPLIER (IRE) (8) 0-4P2P0

10 11-0

B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Tigertail (FR) Nick Scholfield Yen Hall Farm Racing

Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting

Br Monsieur J. C. Coude Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable second at Fakenham (16.3f, good) last month but well held at Southwell next 2 starts Inconsistent so probably best to look elsewhere.

6 BUDARRI (GB) (23) 413601

TFRHHHII BHA82

10 11-0

Sam Coltherd Cruikshank Coltherd Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

B g Supreme Sound - Amtaar

Br Neil J. Cruikshank Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Musselburgh in November and added to his tally back there last month, though not sure to be in same form here given his profile.

7 BANDIT D’AINAY (FR) (64) P2-PU40 D

B g Crossharbour - Ne M’Oubliez Pas (FR)

The Golden Cuckoo

Br S. Milaveau & Haras de Saint Voir SCA

TFRHHHII BHA82

12 10-9

Conor O’Farrell

Micky Hammond, Middleham

Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner over fences in France but firmly on the decline now

ROXYFET (FR) (64) 441-506 CD

13 10-7

B g Califet (FR) - Roxalamour (FR) Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Mr Samuel Sutton & Partners Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Mr Jacky Thomas

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran campaigner who capitalised on much-reduced mark at Hexham last season

Subsequent efforts have been poor, though TFRHHIII BHA75

2022: YOU SAY NOTHING (IRE) 7 11 1 Jack Tudor 6-4 (Christian Williams) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Moonlight Glory (IRE), 9-2 Budarri (GB), 5-1 Fearless Action (IRE), Moore Clouds (IRE), 7-1 Going Mobile (IRE), 14-1 Templier (IRE), 33-1 Bandit d’Ainay (FR), Roxyfet (FR)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

ABBREVIATIONS

BF - Beaten Favourite B - Brought Down C - Course Winner

D - Distance Winner R - Refused S - Slipped Up

U - Unseated F - Fell d - Disqualified r - Ran Out P - Pulled Up

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THE ULTIMA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £125000

Owners Prize Money 1st £53800, 2nd £22175, 3rd £11088, 4th £5550, 5th £2775, 6th £1388, 7th £688, 8th £350. (Penalty Value £70337.50)

Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 FANION D’ESTRUVAL (FR) (31) 234-034

12-0

Br B g Enrique - Urfe d’Estruval (FR) Miss Lucy Turner (5) J

Mr David Wilson Venetia Williams, Hereford T B Marie-Francoise Le Gentil Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedperformerlastseason,taking21/2mhandicapatNewburyandalsothirdinGrade1AscotChase.NeverfiguredinCoralGoldCuponreturnbutstepped uponthatwhenthirdunderthisriderinRowlandMeyrickatWetherby DisappointedinDenmanChasesincebutgroundmighthavebeentoofast

2 HAPPYGOLUCKY

3

(GB) (38) 40-121P D

Br Ch g Network (GER) - Cathodine Cayras (FR)

Elms Stud Co Ltd & G. Peck

SmartchaserwhomadeawinningreturnoverhurdlesatAintreebeforeexcellentsecondinCoralGoldCupatNewbury

waysatKemptonbutfoldedtamelybackoverhurdlesatSandownlasttimeandthatnottheidealprepforthis.Cheekpiecesbackon.

4 THE BIG BREAKAWAY (IRE) (77) F23P-22 C 8 11-10

Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Princess Mairead (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O Eric Jones, Geoff Nicholas, John Romans Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B William Mangan Coral Racing Limited S

HHHII BHA151

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartnovicechaserin2020/21.Largelydisappointedinalightcampaignlastseasonbutfirmlybackontrackthisterm,justdeniedatHaydockonreturn beforeexcellentsecondinWelshNationalatChepstow,jumpingbetterthanusual.Staminaishisfortesoanyrainwouldbeinhisfavour

5 THREEUNDERTHRUFIVE (IRE) (59) 116-3U6 C 8 11-9

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Didinas (FR) A. P. Heskin J

O McNeill Family Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

B James Dunne Ultima Business Solutions S

TIMEFORMVIEWEnhancedgoodstrikeratewith4novicechasewinslastseason,notablyGrade2eventsatDoncasterandWarwick.Neededcomebackoverhurdlesbefore unseatingatthefirstinCoralCupatNewbury BetterthanbareresultinClassicatWarwicksinceandthistestmoresuitable.Tonguestrapfitted.

6 FASTORSLOW (FR) (37) 002-255

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Popova (FR)

O Sean & Bernardine Mulryan

B Mr Sydney Vidal

7 11-9

TIMEFORMVIEWWinninghurdler/chaserinFrancewhocameveryclosetowinningtheCoralCup(off9lblower)forthisyardatthismeetingayearago.Stifftaskswhendown thefieldinacoupleofGrade1sbackoverfencesthistermbutthismuchmorerealisticandworthagoatthistrip.Tonguestrapbackon.

7 THE GOFFER (IRE) (37) 4-41231

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Ballylough Lady (IRE)

6 11-8

BHA150

Russell J

O Mr Allan Snow Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Joseph O’Rahilly Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winning hurdler last season and has stepped up switched to fences this term, winning valuable event at Leopardstown on handicap debut 5 weeksago. Remains unexposed and should have another big potin him. TFRHHHHI BHA149

8 TEA CLIPPER (IRE) (109) 444-234

8 11-6

Br B g Stowaway - A Plus Ma Puce (FR) Stan Sheppard J

O Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Tom Lacey, Woolhope T B Cyril O’Hara Plusbac S

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningstartoverfencesatChepstowonreturnlastseasonandgenerallygoodeffortsindefeatafter includingwhen thirdinLondonGoldCupatAscotinOctober Ranpoorlybackoverhurdlesfollowingmonth,however,andoffsince. TFRHHHII BHA147

9 INTO OVERDRIVE (GB) (78) 111-121

8 11-6

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Brig Jamie Hamilton J

O Mrs Wendy Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Mr & Mrs Michael Hamilton

TIMEFORMVIEWDifferentpropositionoverfences,completingthe4-timeronreappearanceatWetherby BeatenonlybyL’HommePresseintheRehearsalatNewcastlenext timebeforequicklyresumingwinningwaysinRowlandMeyrickbackatWetherbyonBoxingDay Remainsverymuchonetobeinterestedin. TFRHHHHH BHA147

10

CORACH

RAMBLER

(IRE) (108)

Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Heart N Hope (IRE)

O The Ramblers

B P. Hillis

14U1-54

CD 9 11-5

TIMEFORMVIEWDevelopedintoasmartchaserlastseason,roundingoffthecampaignwithanimpressivewininthisraceoff6lblower

overatripshortofhisbestatCarlisleanddulysteppeduponthatwhenfourthinCoralCupatNewbury

11 CLOUDY GLEN (IRE) (24) 2P/1P0-3

Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Ribble (IRE)

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

B Gleadhill House Stud Ltd Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWHardtopredictbutwasrunner-upintheKimMuir2yearsagoandwontheLadbrokesTrophyatNewbury(26f)onreturnlastseason. Wellheldnext2startsbutreappeared(after13monthsoff)withacreditablethirdinGrandNationalTrialatHaydock.

12 NASSALAM (FR) (72) 221-563 6

Br Ch g Dream Well (FR) - Ramina (GER)

TIMEFORMVIEWHadagoodfirstseasonoverfences,takingNewburyGrade2andendingcampaignwithsuccessatFontwell.Easilybesteffortthistermwhen excellentthird(inthisheadgear)inpremierhandicaphere(20.6f)onNewYear’sDay,runningon.Likelytostaythisfarandshortlisted.

13 KARL PHILIPPE (FR) (45) 112-120 8 11-1

Br Ch g Kentucky Dynamite (USA) - Kaer Gwell (FR) Jack Hogan (5) J

O C Coley, D Porter, H Redknapp, P Smith Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B A. De La Motte Saint Pierre & N. Cottin Bresbet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with 2m 4f win at Wetherby in November and backed it up off 7lb higher mark when second in handicap there on Boxing Day

However,seemedtofindthejumptoatop-levelhandicapabittoomuchherenexttimesoopposablewithstaminaalsotoprove. TFRHHIII BHA142

14 TOP VILLE BEN (IRE) (37) 12P-353

11 10-13

Br B g Beneficial - Great Decision (IRE) Thomas Dowson J

O Harbour Rose Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond T

B Edward Prendergast & Mrs Helen Gillman

Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWNottheforceofoldbuthismarknowreflectsthatandwasagood3lengthsthirdof23toTheGofferinhandicapchase(28/1) atLeopardstown(21.2f,goodtosoft)37daysago.Thisharder,however,andlikelytofindafewtoostrongagain. TFRHHIII BHA140

15 MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) (39) 31-4111

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Ella Watson (IRE)

O Barrowman Racing Limited

7 10-13

Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Michael Tobin Knox Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerwhotastedsuccessinmaiden/novicehurdleslastterm.Furtherprogressoverfencesthisseason,completingthehat-trickinsmall fieldatChepstow,dictatingmattersbutstillvalueextra(beatasubsequentwinner).Doesn’thavetoleadandremainsunexposed.

16 GOOD BOY BOBBY (IRE) (74) 10P-04P

HHHII BHA140

10 10-13

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Princess Gaia (IRE) Daryl Jacob J

O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Mrs M. Brophy Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfultwiceatWetherbylastseason,landingalistedhandicapinOctoberandtheRowlandMeyrick(off6lbhigher) onBoxingDay BetterforreturnwhenrespectablefourthatHaydockbutrannosortofracetherenexttime. TFRHHIII BHA140

17

OSCAR ELITE (IRE) (24) 3P-50P1

8 10-12

Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Lady Elite (IRE) Harry Cobden J

O Mrs Mary-Ann Middleton Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B T. McAuliffe Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWHasaprettyunderwhelmingoverallrecordoverfencesbuthewasfinallyoffthemarkinthisspherewhenwinning3-runnerReynoldstownat Ascotlastmonth,albeitaweakrenewal.Alsoranhisbestracelastseasonwhenthirdinthisoff1lblowersoclaimscanbemade. TFRHHHHI BHA139

18 ICEO MADRIK (FR) (65) 366UF2

5 10-9

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Sunday Madrik (FR) Jack Tudor J

O Prof. Caroline Tisdall David Pipe, Wellington T

B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Les Boulaines & Isabelle W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser in France, creditable 4 lengths second of 12 in Grade 3 Bernard Secly Chase at Cagnes-sur-Mer on final start for David Cottin. Stiff task on yard/British debut TFRHHIII BHA140

19 LASKALIN (FR) (24) 25-1320

Br B g Martaline - Laskadya (FR)

O David & Carol Shaw

8 10-8

Shane Quinlan (3) J

Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Christine Cheyrou Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWEx-Frenchwinnerwhoreturnedafterawindop/10monthsoffwithanemphaticsuccessatLudlow(25.6f,goodtosoft).Solidplacedefforts atNewbury/Sandownnext2startsbutfoundhisrunofgoodformcomingtoanabrupthaltatAscotlastmonth.Otherspreferred. TFRHHIII BHA135

20 HARPER’S BROOK (IRE) (72) F21-215

7 10-7

Br B g Ask - Un Jour D Ete (FR) Tom Cannon J

O The Megsons Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Mr Aidan McGoldrick Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEWTwiceawinneroverhurdleswhohasimprovedforswitchtochasing,runner-upatCarlisleonreturnpriortogoingoneplacebetterinaBangorhandicap (20.3f).However wellheldupingradeinDipperhereonNewYear’sDayandbittoprovenowupintripwithheadgear/tonguestrapapplied.

21 FANTASTIKAS (FR) (24) 0P-60P3

8 10-5

Br B g Davidoff (GER) - Negresse de Cuta (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Imperial Racing Partnership Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Mr R. Van Haaren & Mr E. Van Haaren Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWProgressivenovicechaserlastterm(seventhinthislastyearoff12lbhigher)andheshowedupwellforalongwayina27fhandicaphereon reappearance.Excusessince,jumpingleftwhenthirdatWincantonlatest,socouldoutrunoddsinfirst-timeheadgear/tonguestrap.

22 THE WOLF (FR) (24) 0-20064

Br Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Ges (FR)

Brennan J O McNeill Family & Stone Family

Olivia Goupil

TIMEFORMVIEW Backontrack(followinganotherwindop)whensecondoverC&Donreturn.However,hasn’tbeeninthe same form since and others are more appealing despite being on a

mark over fences. TFRHHIII BHA130

23 GLAMORGAN DUKE (IRE) (17) 43032U 10 10-2

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Dunahall Queen (IRE) Danny Gilligan (7) J

O Natalie Gilligan Paul John Gilligan, Ireland T

B David O’Brennan

TIMEFORMVIEWHadlosthiswaybutbouncedbacktobestwhen2lengthssecond(splittingTheGofferandTopVilleBen)of23inhandicapchaseatLeopardstown (21.2f)lastmonth,aracehewonin2020(lightlyracedafter).Remainstobeseenifabletobackthatup(outofracetoosoonnexttime).

DECLARED RUNNERS 23

TFRHHIII BHA128

2022: CORACH RAMBLER (IRE) 8 10 2 Derek Fox 10-1 (Lucinda Russell) 24 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5, 18, 20, 21. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 18, 20, 21.

Hood worn by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 9, 10, 15, 17. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 22. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 8, 12.

Stewards Note:

REMASTERED: Following its run on 4/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

LASKALIN: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Corach Rambler (IRE), 17-2 Into Overdrive (GB), 11-1 Nassalam (FR), 12-1 Oscar Elite (IRE), 14-1 Fastorslow (FR), 16-1 Happygolucky (IRE), The Goffer (IRE), 18-1 The Big Breakaway (IRE), Threeunderthrufive (IRE), Monbeg Genius (IRE), 22-1 Remastered (GB), 28-1 Tea Clipper (IRE), Cloudy Glen (IRE), 40-1 Fanion d’Estruval (FR), Harper’s Brook (IRE), 50-1 Karl Philippe (FR), Top Ville Ben (IRE), Good Boy Bobby (IRE), Iceo Madrik (FR), Fantastikas (FR), The Wolf (FR), 66-1 Laskalin (FR), 100-1 Glamorgan Duke (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

One of the few races Britain has dominated and the thriving INTO OVERDRIVE looks the pick of the home team. He continued his remarkable progress when immediately resuming winning ways in the Rowland Meyrick at Wetherby on Boxing Day and his assured jumping/battling qualities are big attributes for a race of this nature. Corach Rambler was a most impressive winner of this last year and has presumably been kept fresh with this event in mind, with Happygolucky also high on the shortlist

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INTO OVERDRIVE 2.CORACH RAMBLER (IRE) 3.HAPPYGOLUCKY (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 3.10

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

THE MW PAVING & GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze, Cab On Target & Lady B’tns Qualifier)

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (32 wins from 284 runners, 11%) runs BUTO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A M Thomson (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs FAITHFULFLYER LONGEST TRAVELLER: BELLA BLUESKY trained by Ewan Whillans, Hawick, 138 miles.

IfTELHIMLISTEN takes his chance the others will likely be competing for minor honours Indeed, Jennie Candlish’s charge followed up his Southwell breakthrough success with equal ease at Warwick on Sunday and, with just the one penalty to carry, he is clearly a big step ahead of the handicapper. Bella Bluesky shaped well on her belated reappearance and is taken to edge out Faithfulflyer in the race for second-place money

1-2-3: 1.TELHIMLISTEN (IRE) 2.BELLA BLUESKY 3.FAITHFULFLYER (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 DAKOTA MOIRETTE (FR) (36) 6/34-6U0

10 12-1

B g Voix du Nord (FR) - Rahana Moirette (FR) John Kington

The Golden Dream Andrew Crook, Leyburn

Br Madame Claude Marie Duporte

TIMEFORMVIEWPunchestown maiden hurdle success for Gordon Elliott back in December 2016 remains his sole victory from 40 starts under Rules. Safely held returned to this sphere at Carlisle last time and looks set for an another struggle TFRHIIII BHA106

2 CITY DERBY (IRE) (22) 0P2304 D

7 11-12

Ch g Ask - Reine d’Or (IRE) Brian Hughes

Fools Who Dream Partnership Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

Br Mr & Mrs P. Haughey Bolton Mill Holiday Park, Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Southwell last spring and placed final 2 starts for Fergal O’Brien earlier this season No real impact in a couple of runs since joining this yard but he is at least edging down the weights and each-way claims here with cheekpieces refitted/Brian Hughes aboard. TFRHHIII BHA103

3 WE’LL GO AGAIN (IRE) (106) 103030 BF

7 11-11

Jonathan England NMUS Sam England, Guiseley

Br g Fast Company (IRE) - Fuzzypeg (IRE)

Br Gus Roche Keighley Steel

TIMEFORM VIEWMade winning start for this yard in a Market Rasen maiden last summer Rather in-and-out since (well held when sent off favourite at Catterick when last seen in November) but place money is a distinct possibility if he puts his best foot forward following a break here in a first-time tongue strap. TFRHHHII BHA102

4 FAITHFULFLYER (IRE) (23) 501313

6 11-10

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Dakota Fire (IRE) Ryan Mania

Midnight Racing Club Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

Br P. G. McGillion Sandy Thomson Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over 3m at Musselburgh in November and added to that back at 2m in a Kelso handicap on penultimate start. Another solid effort returned to 3m last time, despite some novicey jumping, and should be fine over this intermediate trip TFRHHHII BHA101

5 BELLA BLUESKY (GB) (42) 62163-3

7 11-8

Br m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lady Bluesky Craig Nichol

Harrow Whillans

Br Alistair Whillans

Ewan Whillans, Hawick

TIMEFORMVIEWBagged a Kelso novice last winter and ended 2021/22 campaign with a creditable effort in a Perth handicap (20.2f). Sound return to action when occupying same spot at Newcastle (17f) in January and moving back up in trip here will be in her favour TFRHHHII BHA99

6 AGILULF (GB) (39) 3354

Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Turin (IRE)

Geoff & Sandra Turnbull

4 10-13

Dylan Johnston (7)

Adam Nicol, Seahouses

Br Knavesmire House Stud Elwick Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fared better than of late when fourth of 8 in a maiden at Catterick (19.3f, good) last month but more required to defy current mark back handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA102

7 TELHIMLISTEN (IRE) (2) 6-26411

B g Fame And Glory - Hiwaitilitellu (IRE)

Mr A. McCormack

Br Michael. C. Griffin

7 10-9 (in 7lb ex)

Sean Quinlan

Jennie Candlish, Leek

TIMEFORM VIEWConfirmed previous promise when easily winning 10-runner Southwell handicap earlier this month. Again ridden positively when following up with minimum fuss under a penalty at Warwick (2m) on Sunday and will prove very hard to beat if turned out again quickly here. TFRHHHHH BHA79

8

BUTO (GB) (59) 346600

6 10-2

Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Mea Parvitas (IRE) Joshua Thompson (10)

OAKWOOD RACING Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Michael E. Wates Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best over hurdles in Ireland for John McConnell and has offered precious little in 3 starts for present yard TFRHIIII BHA78

9

RED OCHRE (GB) (27) PP-PP23

10 10-2

B g Virtual - Red Hibiscus Danny McMenamin

Mrs M Nicholas & Chris Grant Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Miss S. J. Turner www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Shed his maiden tag at Kelso (20.8f) in 2021. Pulled up all 4 starts last year but back to form when placed in a couple of 19.7f Wetherby handicaps since returning to action in January, and could again finish in the money if responding well to the refitting of cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA76

10 HALLOWED GROUND (IRE) (8) 5000/0-0

8 10-2

B g Mahler - Castlehaven (IRE) Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Miss Paula Smith Paula Smith, Malton

Br Eamonn and Liam O’Donovan

TIMEFORM VIEW Hard to make a case for this 8-y-o judged on what he’s shown in 5 starts under Rules. TFRHIIII BHA75

11 IS SO CUTE DIMARIA (FR) (27) 0-06005

5 10-2

Gr g Fly With Me (FR) - Kley du Paradis (FR) Alan Doyle (5)

Reality Partnerships XII Tim Easterby, Malton

Br M. Relave, L. Legue-Relave & A. Relave Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEWProduced his best effort to date when, equipped with a first-time tongue strap, coming home fifth of 15 in a Wetherby handicap (19.7f) last month. Still, another step forward will be needed if he’s to play a leading role in this contest TFRHHIII BHA75

12

ACROSS THE CHANNEL (FR) (39) 50546P

8 10-2

B g Dunkerque (FR) - Aulne River (FR) Conor O’Farrell

Miss Paula Smith Paula Smith, Malton

Br Suc. Goulven Berthouloux et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Some decent bits and pieces of form to his name but record stands at 0-15 under Rules and he’s opposable from 7lb out of the handicap. TFRHIIII BHA72

2022: DESARAY GIRL (FR) 7 11 7 Emma Smith-Chaston 7-2 (Micky Hammond) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8, 10, 11.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 8, 9, 10, 11.

Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Telhimlisten (IRE), 8-1 Faithfulflyer (IRE), 14-1 We’ll Go Again (IRE), Bella Bluesky (GB), 20-1Agilulf(GB),22-1CityDerby(IRE),25-1RedOchre(GB),50-1IsSoCuteDimaria(FR),100-1DakotaMoirette(FR), Across The Channel (FR), 150-1 Hallowed Ground (IRE), 300-1 Buto (GB)

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THE UNIBET CHAMPION HURDLE CHALLENGE TROPHY (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £450000

Owners Prize Money 1st £193680, 2nd £79830, 3rd £39915, 4th £19980, 5th £9990, 6th £4995, 7th £2475. (Penalty Value £253215)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 CONSTITUTION HILL (GB) (78) 2/111-11 CD 6 11-10

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Queen of The Stage (IRE) Nico de Boinville J

O Mr Michael Buckley Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mrs S. A. Noott Unibet S

TIMEFORMVIEWExceptionalwinneroftheSupremeatlastyear’sFestivalandunderlinedhecouldbeoneofthebesthurdlersseenforalongtimewheneasily accountingforEpatanteinFightingFifthatNewcastleandChristmasHurdleatKempton.Keptfreshforthissince.Can’tbeopposed. TFRHHHHH BHA173

2 I LIKE TO MOVE IT (GB) (24) 520-161 CD 6 11-10

Br B g Trans Island - Nobratinetta (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd

B Mr & Mrs J. Dawson Courtiers Investment

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartnovicehurdlerlasttermandtookitupanothernotchwhenimpressivelywinningtheGreatwoodonhisC&Dreappearance.Disappointingwhenstepped upto21/2mfortheRelkeelhereonNewYear’sDaybutquicklybackontheupreturnedto2mwhendottingupintheKingwellatWincanton.

3 JASON THE MILITANT (IRE) (45) 1U/03-40 D

Br B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Rock Angel (IRE)

O Mr G. Nicholson

B Peter & Martin Michael Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSmarthurdlerforHenryDeBromheadandalsobaggedalistedraceontheFlatinOctober2021.Ranrespectably(bangthere foralongway)incoursehandicaphurdleonhisstabledebutinJanuary

4 NOT SO SLEEPY (GB) (78) 0/155-35 D

Br Ch g Beat Hollow - Papillon de Bronze (IRE)

O Lady Blyth Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

B Lord Blyth Bridgend Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth in the last 2 runnings of this. Good third in Cesarewitch on the Flat at Newmarket in October Also made a sound return to hurdling when third to ConstitutionHillinFightingFifthbutbeatenbeforestaminashouldhavebeenanissueover3matKemptonoverChristmas.Freshenedupsince.

5 STATE MAN (FR) (37) 11-1111 C D

Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Arret Station (FR)

O Mrs J. Donnelly

B M.L. Bloodstock Ltd

6 11-10

TIMEFORMVIEWUnbeatenforthisyardwhencompleting.ImpressiveinCountyat2022Festivaland4-4inGrade1ssince,thelatestwhenaccountingforHoneysuckle andVaubaninIrishChampionlastmonth.LookscapableofbetterstillbutwhetherhecanlivewithConstitutionHillisanothermatter

6 VAUBAN (FR) (37) 211-123 C D 5

Br Ch g Galiway - Waldfest

O Mrs S. Ricci

B P. Decouz & S.C.E.A. Du Bas Bugey

TIMEFORMVIEW TripleGrade1winnerasajuvnenile,includingtheTriumphhere.HasrunwellwhenplacedbehindstablemateStateManinMatheson andIrishChampion(bothLeopardstown)thiswinter Hasabiggerpeformanceinhimbutit’sstillunlikelyhe’llbegoodenough.

7 ZANAHIYR (IRE) (37) 2DF-0P5 D

Br Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Zariyna (IRE)

O Bective Stud

TFRHHHII BHA160

6 11-10

Davy Russell J

Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW Very smart hurdler at his best Bettered his first 2 efforts this season when 8 lengths last of 5 to State Man in the Irish Champion at Leopardstown 37 days ago but that underlines he has his work cut out at the highest level. TFRHHIII BHA157

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: HONEYSUCKLE 8 11 3 Rachael Blackmore 8-11 (Henry de Bromhead) 10 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Probable S.P’s: 1-3 Constitution Hill (GB), 9-2 State Man (FR), 18-1 Vauban (FR), 25-1 I Like To Move It (GB), 150-1 Zanahiyr (IRE), 200-1 Not So Sleepy (GB), 250-1 Jason The Militant (IRE)

CONSTITUTION HILL looked something special when routing Jonbon in the Supreme on this day last year and has fully confirmed that impression with easy wins in the Fighting Fifth and Christmas Hurdle this winter. State Man is a high-class and progressive hurdler in his own right and looks a clear second best but it’s still hard to see him seriously troubling Michael Buckley’s outstanding 6-y-o. I Like To Move It looks best of the rest

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

THE IN MEMORY OF IAN VICKERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £16000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £6462, 2nd £3230, 3rd £1616, 4th £808, 5th £403. (Penalty Value £8449.60)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (32 wins from 284 runners, 11%) runs WESTY FOX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mrs S J Smith (1 win from 11 runners, 9%) runs AIRE VALLEY LAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOLD THE NOTE trained by Ewan Whillans, Hawick, 138 miles.

ONESTEPATATIME has clearly improved since finishing third to Sir Apollo over C&D in November, winning back-to-back handicaps here in January, and she is taken to complete the hat-trick Sir Apollo won by a street when adding to his tally here recently but he has much more on his plate this time. Bigger threats may be posed by fellow last-time-out winners Court At Slip andWho’s InThe Box, with the former feared most on the back of a ready success at Newcastle

1-2-3: 1.ONESTEPATATIME (IRE) 2.COURT AT SLIP (IRE) 3.WHO’S IN THE BOX (IRE)

1 HOLD THE NOTE (IRE) (25) 4P15F5

9 12-0

B g Jeremy (USA) - Keys Hope (IRE) Henry Brooke

BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Br Michael Martin Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

TIMEFORMVIEWOpenedchaseaccountwithheadgearleftoffatKelso(23.4f)inDecemberandshapedasifstillingoodformwhenfifthbackatthatvenue(26f)later that month. However, needs to bounce back following a disappointing effort last time and strike rate over fences is a very modest

2 COURT AT SLIP (IRE) (26) 431461

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

6 11-11

Mr William Easterby (5)

Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Leo Matheson Easthorpe Hall Stud

110

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner who has improved for switch to chasing, successful at Wetherby (24.2f) on Boxing Day and career-best effort (in first-time blinkers) when going in again at Newcastle last month. 4lb rise fair and he needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA107

3 WHO’S IN THE BOX (IRE) (36) 2-6FP01

9 11-9

B g Witness Box (USA) - See The Clouds Lewis Stones (5) Mr Andy Parkin, Nick Kent Nick Kent, Brigg

Br Mr & Mrs James Hannon Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a long losing run with cheekpieces refitted when proving 2 3/4 lengths for Aire Valley Lad at Carlisle (24.5f) last time Remains on a good mark up 5lb and he should have a part to play TFRHHHII BHA105

4 WESTY FOX (IRE) (76) 000B-03

9 11-8

B g Westerner - Brogarais (IRE) Conor O’Farrell Rust, Stevenson and the Smiths Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Thomas Ward Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler in Ireland and readily surpassed previous chasing exploits when third at Catterick (25.2f) over Christmas. More needed if he’s to open his chase account but this 9-y-o has low-mileage in this sphere and is not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA104

5 AIRE VALLEY LAD (GB) (36) 562102

9 11-4

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bonnie Rock (IRE) Ross Chapman

Mrs S. Smith Sue Smith, Bingley

Br George A. Charlton Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWBelatedly opened chase account at the twelfth time of asking at Wetherby in December before taking little interest in race won by Court At Slip at the same course next time Bounced back with a good second to Who’s In The Box at Carlisle and each-way claims if on a going day. TFRHHHII BHA100

6 ONESTEPATATIME (IRE) (44) 2-F3511 CD

B m Jeremy (USA) - Good Thyne Lucy (IRE)

8 10-13

Sean Quinlan

Mr Anthony Ross John Wainwright, Malton

Br Greg & Jane Rossiter

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark under Rules when comfortably winning 6-runner handicap chase over C&D in January. Narrowly went in again back here off 5lb higher later that month and a further 6lb rise may not be enough to anchor this progressive mare TFRHHHHH BHA95

7 SIR APOLLO (IRE) (19) 416441 CD

B g Westerner - Fieldtown (IRE)

NMUS

Br Martin J. Dibbs

8 10-12

Jonathan England

Sam England, Guiseley

Keighley Steel

TIMEFORMVIEWBoth career wins have been registered over this C&D, the latest in first-time blinkers 19 days ago when scoring by 32 lengths. This is a tougher race, though, so another, clear career-best will be needed if he’s to defy this 11lb higher mark. TFRHHHII BHA94

SIGHT NOR SEEN (IRE) (14) P55PP0

B g Morozov (USA) - Baby Cat (IRE)

9 10-8

Aaron Anderson (5)

The Southwold Set Mike Sowersby, Malton

Br Andrew Pierce

CLIFTON TIMBER LTD, Mike Sowersby Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser in Ireland at his best but has shown precious little in 4 starts over hurdles for present connections. TFRHIIII BHA90

2022: POWERFUL POSITION (IRE) 7 10 11 Jack Tudor 8-13 (Christian Williams) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Onestepatatime (IRE), 4-1 Court At Slip (IRE), 5-1 Who’s In The Box (IRE), 6-1 Sir Apollo (IRE), 13-2 Aire Valley Lad (GB), 8-1 Westy Fox (IRE), 16-1 Hold The Note (IRE), 200-1 Sight Nor Seen (IRE)

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THE CLOSE BROTHERS MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Registered as The DAVID NICHOLSON MARES’ HURDLE) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £127998

Owners Prize Money 1st £55090, 2nd £22707, 3rd £11353, 4th £5683, 5th £2842, 6th £1421, 7th £704, 8th £358. (Penalty Value £72024.47)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 BRANDY LOVE (IRE) (20) 13/121-3 D

7 11-5

Br B m Jet Away - Bambootcha (IRE) P. Townend J

O Mrs J. Donnelly W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Kieran Ryan & Tim Nolan

TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage7-y-owhosignedoffforlasttermwithsuccessinGrade1noviceatFairyhouseinthespring.Returnedfrom10monthsoffwithpromising thirdof7toQueensBrookinQuevegaMaresHurdleatPunchestown(20.4f)20daysago.Shouldhavemoretooffer Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA149

2 ECHOES IN RAIN (FR) (44) 435-2F1

7 11-5

Br B m Authorized (IRE) - Amarantine (FR) Mr P. W. Mullins J

O Barnane Stud W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Thierry Storme

TIMEFORMVIEWSmarthurdlerwhowasstillgoingwellwhenfalling2outinHatton’sGraceatFairyhouse(19.6f)beforeeasily landing the odds in Limestone Lad Hurdle at Naas (2m) in January Shouldn’t be underestimated. TFRHHHHI BHA152

3 EPATANTE (FR) (45) 21-3221 C D

9 11-5

Br B m No Risk At All (FR) - Kadjara (FR) Aidan Coleman J

O Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Francois-Xavier & Anne Doulce Lefeuvre

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-established, classy mare, who ran with credit behind stablemate Constitution Hill in Fighting Fifth and Christmas Hurdle this termbeforeeasilylandingtheoddsinDoncasterGrade2.The2020ChampionHurdleheroinemustentercalculations. TFR

4 HONEYSUCKLE (GB) (37) 111-132 CD

Br B m Sulamani (IRE) - First Royal (GER)

O Mr K. Alexander

9 11-5

B Dr G. W. Guy TIMEFORMVIEWOutstandingmarewhowasunbeatenin16runs,includinginthiseventand2ChampionHurdles,untilonlyplacedinHatton’sGrace atFairyhouseandIrishChampionatLeopardstownonherlasttwostarts.Stillratesabigplayerheregoingbackupintrip.

5 LOVE ENVOI (IRE) (66) 1112-11 C D

Br B m Westerner - Love Divided (IRE) Jonathan Burke J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Love Envoi Harry Fry, Corscombe T

B Mr Ciaran O’Toole Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa S TIMEFORM VIEW Strong-travelling mare who took the Mares£ Novices£ Hurdle at Cheltenham last season. Better form still

inJanuary Alsotookthisevent12monthsagowhenshowingagoodturnoffootsoshe’sjustaboutthepickinareallyhotrenewal.

7 MIDNIGHT GINGER (GB) (42) 31-2315 7 11-5

Br Ch m Midnight Legend - Calamintha

Martin, Chipping Norton T B Pitchall Stud

O Mr A. V. John

Martin Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW Likeable mare who added to her tally in 2m Newbury handicap on New Year’s Eve. Good fifth in Ffos Las handicap since but this is a very tough ask. TFRIIIII BHA120

8 QUEENS BROOK (IRE) (20) 22-3121 D

8 11-5

Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Awesome Miracle (IRE) Davy Russell J

O Bective Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Mrs Richella Rohan Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who bagged her second success this term in Quevega Mares Hurdle at Punchestown

10

THEATRE GLORY (IRE) (31) 111-U31 CD 6 11-5

Br B m Fame And Glory - Native Beauty (IRE)

O Canter Banter Racing 2

Daryl Jacob J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B John Noonan Unibet S

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovingmarewhopickedupherfifthwinoverhurdleswhenreadilylandingWarwicklistedeventinFebruary Yardalsohas Marie’sRockandEpatanteinherebutthisC&Dwinnerislikelytogiveanothergoodaccountbackupingrade. TFRHHHII BHA145

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: MARIE’S ROCK (IRE) 7 11 5 Nico de Boinville 18-1 (Nicky Henderson) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Marie’s Rock (IRE), 7-2 Honeysuckle (GB), 11-2 Epatante (FR), 9-1 Brandy Love (IRE), Love Envoi (IRE), 11-1 Echoes In Rain (FR), 25-1 Queens Brook (IRE), Shewearsitwell (IRE), Theatre Glory (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

MARIE’S ROCK showed her trademark turn of foot when landing this contest 12 months ago and Nicky Henderson’s improving mare can utilise it again to telling effect to fend off former Champion Hurdle winners Honeysuckle and Epatante. Henry de Bromhead’s outstanding mare is greatly feared now stepping back up in trip though, while Echoes In Rain is another who could enter calculations in a superb renewal.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MARIE’S ROCK (IRE)

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2.HONEYSUCKLE 3.EPATANTE (FR)

FIFTH RACE 4.30

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

THE VICKERS.BET CHELTENHAM SPECIAL OFFERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon & Lady Buttons Series Qualifier)

Total prize fund £14200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5735, 2nd £2867, 3rd £1434, 4th £717, 5th £358. (Penalty Value £7499.02) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (54 wins from 264 runners, 20%) runs CHTI BALKO

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (5 wins from 32 runners, 16%) runs CHTI BALKO

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MOTHILL trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 287 miles.

This can go to BERTIE’S WISH, who made a successful winning handicap debut here last month and is still relatively low mileage over timber Hashtag Boum may provide the chief threat.

1-2-3: 1.BERTIE’S WISH (IRE) 2.HASHTAG BOUM (FR) 3.APPLAUS (GER)

colours no horse age st lb

1 BERTIE’S WISH (IRE) (19) 51031 CD

5 12-0

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Dance Bid Sean Quinlan

Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored for second time at this course when taking 8-runner handicap hurdle (good to soft) 19 days ago. 7lb higher now but another bold bid anticipated. TFRHHHHH BHA119

2 GUIRI (GER) (48) 0520P0

8 11-13

Ch g Motivator - Guardia (GER) Theo Gillard (3)

Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham

Br Stall Ullmann TIMEFORMVIEW Placed over hurdles/on the Flat in Ireland for Jessica Harrington last year but showed nothing in 2 starts for new connections and can only be watched. TFRHIIII BHA118

3 MOTHILL (IRE) (102) 02-1145

5 11-12

B g Golden Horn - Jilnaar (IRE) Danny McMenamin

Mr J. Gray Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Won first 2 starts this term and not disgraced in defeat since, latest when fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Sandown (16f, soft, 6/1) 102 days ago. May prefer quicker conditions, though TFRHHHII BHA117

4 CHTI BALKO (FR) (48) 0250-42

11 11-10

Br g Balko (FR) - Ina Scoop (FR) Abbie McCain (5)

Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Didier Guyot and Pierre Guyot Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled clear of remainder when second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, soft) 48 days ago. 3lb higher now but may be capable of better TFRHHHII BHA115

5 APPLAUS (GER) (36) 5-PP211 D

B g Tiger Hill (IRE) - All About Love (GER)

Mrs Gemma Hogg

Br Gestut Hof Ittlingen

11 11-4

Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

Micky Hammond, Middleham

Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWChasing a hat-trick after a brace of narrow victories (both 17f) at Carlisle, latest in 13-runner handicap (good to soft) 36 days ago. 4lb higher now but must enter calculations TFRHHHII BHA109

6 HASHTAG BOUM (FR) (17) 1023

B or Br m Al Namix (FR) - Engagee (FR)

They Are Never at Home Partnership

6 10-13

Brian Hughes

Ruth Jefferson, Malton

Br E.U.R.L. AGB Agency & S. Berger Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has made the frame in 2 of her 3 starts under Rules, latest when third of 8 in novice hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft) 17 days ago. May have more to offer now sent handicapping TFRHHHHI BHA104

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

2022: ELLAAT 6 11 9 Sean Bowen 2-1 (Noel C Kelly) 7 ran

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Bertie’s Wish (IRE), 7-2 Applaus (GER), 4-1 Hashtag Boum (FR), 9-2 Chti Balko (FR), 11-2 Mothill (IRE), 50-1 Guiri (GER)

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THE BOODLES JUVENILE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1)

(Registered as The FRED WINTER) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

for juvenile four yrs old x Total prize fund £80000

Owners Prize Money 1st £34432, 2nd £14192, 3rd £7096, 4th £3552, 5th £1776, 6th £888, 7th £440, 8th £224. (Penalty Value £45016) 12 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 MCTIGUE (IRE) (10) 11600 11-12

Br B g Fracas (IRE) - Tradfest (IRE) Donagh Meyler J

O Mr P. Byrne Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

B Mrs M. Joyce

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful on the Flat for Jim Bolger Made a very good start over hurdles in the autumn, including a Grade 2 success at Auteuil, but has been some way below that level since, including in the Morebattle at Kelso only 10 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA142

2 TEKAO (FR) (38) 313 D 11-5

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Texaloula (FR) Mark Walsh J

O Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A. Des Prairies et al

TIMEFORMVIEWHighlypromisingsortwhocosilylandedtheoddsin18-runnerjuvenilehurdleatLeopardstownoverChristmas.Hoodedfirsttime,advancedhis formagainwhen121/2lengthsthirdof8toGalaMarceauinGrade1backatLeopardstownlastmonth.Definitelymoretocome. TFRHHHHH BHA135

3 PERSEUS WAY (IRE) (17) 21312 D 11-2

Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Bint Almatar (USA) Jamie Moore J

O Mr O. S. Harris Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Godolphin Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat winner who has quickly reached that level in this sphere, notching 2 wins and placing twice at Graded level. Bit better than result (badlyhampered3out)when11/4lengthssecondtoNusretinAdonisatKemptonlatest Amarkinthelow-130slooksmanageable.

4 SIR ALLEN (GB) (31) 211 D

Br Ch g Territories (IRE) - Showbird

Daniel Mullins J

O Eight Star Syndicate A. Slattery, Ireland T

B Bearstone Stud Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Goingtherightwayoverhurdles,winningaPunchestownmaiden(heavy)onNewYear’sEvebeforeseeing off a few of these rivals in a Naas novice (good to soft) last month. Has the potential for better again. TFRHHHII BHA131

5 BYKER (IRE) (31) 513 D

Br B g Le Havre (IRE) - Bridge of Peace

O Relicpride Co Ltd Partnership

B Clive Washbourn

10-12

P. Byrnes (5) J

Charles Byrnes, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulFlatwinnerandgoingrightwayoverhurdlesforthismuchrespectedstable,winningaNaasmaidenbeforeagoodthirdto SirAllen(MorningSoldiersecond)backthere13dayslater Cheekpiecesonfirsttime.Shouldhavemoretoofferinhandicaps.

TFRHHHHI BHA128

6 RISK BELLE (FR) (37) 1-154F BF 10-11

Br B f No Risk At All (FR) - Belle du Berry (FR)

O Mr John P. McManus

B E.A.R.L. Patrick Joubert & S.C. Ecurie C

Luke Dempsey J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Started her career with 2 wins in France. Came up a little short at Graded level on first 2 outings for this stable but was heavily backed switchedtohandicapcompanyattheDublinRacingFestivalonlytofalljustafterhalfway Evidentlythoughtcapableofbetter

7 PUNTA DEL ESTE (FR) (24) 013 D

Br Ch g Gentlewave (IRE) - Cap d’Ombree (FR)

O Darren & Annaley Yates

TFRHHHII BHA127

10-10

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Philippe Cottin & Noel Boudraa Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) S

TFRHHHHI BHA126

TIMEFORMVIEWLefthurdlingdebutformbehindwhenwinning9-runnerjuvenileatCagnes-Sur-Mer(16.5f,soft)inDecember(finalstartforDavid Cottin).PromisingthirdinVictorLudorumatHaydockonBritishdebut,markinghimdownasalikelytypeforthisrace.

8 BAD (FR) (114) 2-21 10-10

Br Gr g Morandi (FR) - Love Over Gold (FR)

O Mr D. P. Howden

Rachael Blackmore J

Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Mr Hugues Rousseau Tweenhills Farm & Stud, Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEWPromiseinFrance,runner-uptwicelastspringbeforecominggoodintakingstyleatBordeaux(18.5f)inNovember leading onbridleapproachinglastandquickeningclear Interestingcontenderfornewyardenjoyingexcellentseason. TFRHHHHI BHA126

9 SAMUEL SPADE (GER) (19) 121 D 10-10

Br B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Summarily (IRE)

O Mrs Emma Palmer

Luca Morgan J

Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B J. De Jong Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEW NomorethanafairhandicapperontheFlatbuthasquicklyreachedahigherleveloverhurdles,winning at Kempton and Huntingdon and a good second in a Class 2 event at Huntingdon in between. TFRHHHII BHA126

10 JAZZY MATTY (FR) (31) 52154 D

Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Robbe (FR)

10-9

M. J. M. O’Sullivan (3) J

O Caldwell Construction Ltd Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B J. Magnien, C. Magnien & B. Magnien Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairyhouse maiden winner in December who was a creditable 4 3/4 lengths of 6 to Sir Allen (Morning Soldier second, Byker third) in juvenileatNaaslasttime.Hasatonguetierefittedandcheekpiecesonforthefirsttime.Yardknowswhatittakestowinthis. TFRHHHII BHA125

11 METAMORPHEUS (IRE) (31) 315 D

10-9

Br B g Morpheus - Coral Dawn (IRE) Sean Flanagan J

O The Spice of Life Partnership Paul Nolan, Ireland T

B Mrs Claire Doyle

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 21-runner juvenile hurdle at Punchestown (2mf, heavy) in January (final start for Timothy Doyle).

Respectable5lengthsfifthof6inNaasnovicewonbySirAllenonlastmonth’sfirstoutingforPaulNolan.Handicapdebut. TFRHHIII BHA125

12 ACTION MOTION (IRE) (43) 014 D

10-9

Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Portico Mr Harry Swan (5) J

O Mr Justin Carthy Denis G. Hogan, Ireland T

B Coole House Farm

TIMEFORMVIEWFairFlatperformer.Lefthurdledebutwellbehindwhenspringinga20/1surpriseinCorkmaideninJanuary.Improvedagainwhen6lengthsfourthof9 inPunchestownjuvenilehandicap6weeksagobutit’snotaperformancewhichsuggestshe’swelltreatedenoughtowinaracelikethis. TFRHHIII BHA125

13 MORNING SOLDIER (IRE) (31) 2662

10-9

Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Morning Line (FR) Darragh O’Keeffe J

O HOS Partnership Thomas Mullins, Ireland T

B Newstead Breeding

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner Best run over hurdles when length second of 6 to Sir Allen in juvenile at Naas (2m, good to soft) 31 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut with a first-time tongue tie added. TFRHHHII BHA125

14 MIGHTY MO MISSOURI (IRE) (24) 05522

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - What Say You (IRE)

10-8

Conor Smithers (7) J

O Mount Temple Three Syndicate Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T

B R J B Bloodstock & Lynch Bages Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW FairmaidenonFlat Yettowinoverhurdleseitherbuthehasperformedtoafairlyusefullevelwhenrunner-up in big-field maiden events at Naas (to Byker) and Gowran on his last 2 outings. Handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA124

15 FILS DE ROI (FR) (37) 3F11F3 D

10-7

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Prodiga (FR) Paddy Brennan J

O The Yes No Wait Sorries Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Mr Yannick Fouin Bresbet S

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulformoverhurdles,winningAuteuilclaimeronfinalstartinFranceandeasilyfollowingupinHuntingdonjuvenileonOctober’sstabledebut. InprocessofrunningcreditablywhenfallinginGrade2nextstartandlatestMusselburghlistedthirdwasanothersoliddisplay Handicapbow TFRHHHII BHA123

16 AFADIL (FR) (24) 116 D 10-7

Br B g Camelot - Afsheen (FR) Harry Cobden J

O Mr P. J. Vogt Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B S.A. Aga Khan Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWFrenchFlatwinnerwhoeasilylandedshortoddsonhisTauntonhurdledebutandwasvalueforextrawhenfollowingupinMusselburghlistedeventlast month.PresumablyfoundruncomingtoosoonwhenwellheldinVictorLudorumatHaydock13dayslater Stablehaswonthis3times. TFRHHHHI BHA123

17 GORDONS AURA (IRE) (27) 00431 D 10-6

Br B g Golden Horn - Sequined (USA) Sam Ewing J

O Mr Michael Phillips Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORM VIEW Found a little improvement when coming good in a Fairyhouse juvenile maiden hurdle last month. Well beaten on AW Flat since and doesn’t look obviously well treated from his opening mark in this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA122

18 SHARED (GB) (20) 151 D 10-6

Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Between Us Paul O’Brien J

O Mr Colm Donlon

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Harry Derham, Upper Lambourn T

All Sport Insurance Services Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulmaidenonFlatwhobeliedmarketweaknesstomakeawinningstartoverhurdlesfornewconnectionsatWetherbyinJanuary.Shade disappointingatMusselburgh10dayslaterbutbouncedbackimmediatelywithDoncasternovicewin3weeksago.Handicapdebut TFRHHHII BHA122

19 LUDUS (GB) (43) 0512 D 10-4

Br B g New Approach (IRE) - Comeback Queen

O Mr Aidan J. Ryan

B Kingwood Stud

Jordan Gainford J

Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made it third time lucky over hurdles at Limerick over Christmas. Better form when second in juvenile handicap at Punchestown (2m, heavy) 5 weeks later May do better again. TFRHHHII BHA120

20 SUNDIAL (IRE) (43) 6650 10-4

Br B c Galileo (IRE) - Naples Bay (USA)

Simon Torrens J

O Mr John P. McManus Padraig Roche, Ireland T

B Naples Bay Syndicate

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulwinneronFlat Hasyettobuildonaneye-catchinghurdledebutsixthbutit’sstillearlydaysandherepresentsthesame owner/traineraslastyear’swinnerBrazil.Hasfirst-timecheekpiecesaddedtoarefittedtonguestrap.Interestingrunner

TFRHHHHI BHA120

21 MR FREEDOM (GB) (10) 1r5213 D BF 10-4

Br B g Sixties Icon - Waitingforachance

Robert Dunne J

O The Affordable (3) Partnership Sheena West, Lewes T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Southdowns Unleashed S

TIMEFORMVIEWIsenjoyinganexcellentseason,gainingafourthhurdlewin(alsosuccessfulonAWFlat)in2mhandicaphurdleatWarwicklastmonth.Anothergoodeffortwhen closethirdatDoncastersincebutlikelyvulnerabletolessexposedtypeshereunlessfirst-timecheekpiecessparksomeimprovement.

TFRHHIII BHA120 (+1)

22 ROMANCERO LE DUN (FR) (67) U11 D 10-3

Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Uranus Le Dun (FR) David Noonan J

O Tom Chadney and Friends Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T

B S.A.R.L. Ste D’Entrainement Ouvry F. Culverhill Farm Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t get beyond the first at Warwick in November so he was effectively making his debut when scoring in a small field at Exeter 19dayslater FollowedupatLudlowinJanuaryandhasthephysicalscopetosuggesthe’llgoonimprovingforawhileyet TFRHHHII BHA119

DECLARED RUNNERS 24

2022: BRAZIL (IRE) 4 11 9 Mark Walsh 10-1 (Padraig Roche) 21 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5, 10, 20, 21. Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 14, 20, 23. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 14, 18.

Stewards Note: MCTIGUE: Following its run on 4/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

PERSEUS WAY: Following its run on 25/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

AFADIL: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its last trip.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Tekao (FR), 8-1 Byker (IRE), 10-1 Risk Belle (FR), 12-1 Bad (FR), 14-1 Sir Allen (GB), Sundial (IRE), 16-1 Perseus Way (IRE), Punta Del Este (FR), 20-1 Samuel Spade (GER), 28-1 Jazzy Matty (FR), 33-1 Metamorpheus (IRE), Morning Soldier (IRE), Mighty Mo Missouri (IRE), Romancero Le Dun (FR), 40-1 Afadil (FR), Ludus (GB), 50-1 Action Motion (IRE), Fils de Roi (FR), Shared (GB), Mr Freedom (GB), 66-1 McTigue (IRE), Gordons Aura (IRE)

Willie Mullins was narrowly denied a first win in this contest 12 months ago and can gain compensation now courtesy of TEKAO whose strong-travelling style should be seen to very good effect in this race. Perseus Way looks nicely handicapped on his Grade 2 second at Kempton last month and heads the many dangers along with Charles Byrnes’s Byker, French-recruit Bad and Sundial, who represents last year’s winning connections.

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SIXTH RACE 5.10

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 65YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE JTC PIZZALICIOUS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £11400 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4604, 2nd £2302, 3rd £1151, 4th £576, 5th £287. (Penalty Value £6020.34)

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (32 wins from 284 runners, 11%) runs TRAC TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs ROCK ON RITA LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROCK ON RITA trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 287 miles.

TRAC is thriving at present and can bag his fourth success of the season. Tom Creen and Ribeye look the likeliest dangers

1-2-3: 1.TRAC (FR) 2.TOM CREEN (IRE) 3.RIBEYE

colours no horse age st lb

1 TRAC (FR) (19) P-51211 C D

6 12-0

B g Kingsalsa (USA) - Belobaka (FR) Conor O’Farrell

Randall Orchard & Partners Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br S.A.S. Fresnay Agricole Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored for third time this season when taking 7-runner handicap chase at this course (21.1f, good to soft, 3/1) 19 days ago. 7lb higher now but looks the one to beat nonetheless. TFRHHHHH BHA100

2 PATAGONIA (FR) (124) 4325-4

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Daramour (FR)

6 11-13

Edward Austin (5)

S Beetham and DPL Fab Ltd Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Br Mme Guilhaine Le Borgne

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed ability over hurdles and far from disgraced when fourth of 4 in handicap chase at Newcastle (20.1f, good, 2/1) on debut over fences in November Since joined new yard and remains open to progress in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA99

3 LARGE ACTION (GB) (21) PP163P

7 11-7

B g Iffraaj - Titian’s Pride (USA) Ryan Mania

Nick Bradley Racing 46 Roger Fell, Nawton

Br Blue Blood Breeding 2 Ltd OR8WELLNESS

TIMEFORM VIEW Left hurdles form well behind with a stylish chase debut success at Musselburgh (20.3f, soft) in January but hasn’t really built on that and his jumping rather fell apart latest. TFRHHIII BHA93

4 TOM CREEN (IRE) (44) 211214 CD BF

B g Yeats (IRE) - Casiana (GER)

8 11-5

Jonathan England

Mr J. W. Hardy Sam England, Guiseley

Br Kildare Racing Syndicate Keighley Steel

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for his current yard, scoring twice here before posting a solid fourth of 10 in handicap chase over C&D (soft) 49 days ago. Form has been franked so he can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA91

5 RIBEYE (GB) (22) 005413

8 11-4

B g Lucarno (USA) - Elusive Swallow Brian Hughes

Mrs Lucinda Atkinson Peter Atkinson, Northallerton

Br Michael Broad

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 7-runner handicap chase at Market Rasen (23.8f) last month, always holding on Another sound effort when placed from 4lb higher over hurdles at Carlisle (25f) latest and ought to go well again here. TFRHHHII BHA90

6 COUP DE GOLD (IRE) (40) 330645 D

Br g Maxios - Astroglia (USA)

7 11-2

Miss Becky Smith

Mr & Mrs Kirkup & Mrs Anna Kenny David Thompson, Darlington

Br Niarchos Family

TIMEFORMVIEW On a lengthy losing run and this Flat-bred gelding has had a lot of racing ahead of this switch to fences. TFRHIIII BHA88

7 FIADH (IRE) (26) 400-0P5

7 11-0

B m Fame And Glory - Lady Charisma Sean Quinlan

Mr G. F. White Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Ms Jill Farrell

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/mares’ maiden hurdle winner in 2021 but found the going tougher more recently and has plenty to prove on switch to chasing. TFRHIIII BHA86

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

8

COOLMOYNE (GB) (19) 5P4233

7 11-0

Ch g Ocovango - High Life John Kington

Mrs E. C. York Simon Waugh, Morpeth

Br Mr Frank J. A. Morgan

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to a tongue strap when placed on last 3 starts, latest in handicap chase at this course (21.1f) last month. 1lb lower now and likely to make presence felt again. TFRHHHII BHA86

9 ROCK ON RITA (IRE) (69) 31-6605

7 10-13

B m Shirocco (GER) - Gilt Free (IRE) Danny McMenamin

Mr John P. McManus Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Miss Mariliis Joe

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who took 2 mares ’ handicap hurdles last season but has struggled in a trio of starts over fences so far. Remains hard to recommend TFRHHIII BHA85

10 ZARA’S UNIVERSE (GB) (2) 5-U4033 BF

7 10-2

B m Universal (IRE) - Jontys’lass Ross Chapman

Ashgill Stud 2 Andrew Crook, Leyburn

Br Ashgill Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered more in this sphere when third of 7 in handicap at Market Rasen (17.2f, soft) 2 days ago. Return to longer trip should suit and can’t be ruled out 1lb out of the weights TFRHHHII BHA73

2022: BLUEBERRY WINE (IRE) 6 11 12 Brian Hughes 6-1 (Donald McCain) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 9.

Stewards Note:

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

COUP DE GOLD: Following its run on 2/2/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Trac (FR), 4-1 Tom Creen (IRE), 7-1 Ribeye (GB), Zara’s Universe (GB), 10-1 Patagonia (FR), 11-1 Coolmoyne (GB), 14-1 Large Action (GB), 18-1 Rock On Rita (IRE), 25-1 Coup de Gold (IRE), 28-1 Fiadh (IRE)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

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THE WELLCHILD NATIONAL HUNT CHALLENGE CUP AMATEUR JOCKEYS’

NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £125000

Owners Prize Money 1st £52488, 2nd £26238, 3rd £13125, 4th £6563, 5th £3275, 6th £1638, 7th £825, 8th £413. (Penalty Value £60387.50)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 CHEMICAL ENERGY (IRE) (44) 105-114 C

Br Ch g Well Chosen - Meadstown Miss (IRE)

7 11-7

Mr J. J. Codd J

O Caldwell Construction Ltd Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Tom Baker Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful,dualwinneroverhurdleswhoshapedbetterthanthebareresultwheneighthinlastyear’sMartinPipe.Lookedonetokeeponsidewhenregistering back-to-backnovicechasevictoriesintheautumn(atupto3m)andtypetobouncebackfromlesserdisplayatNaasinJanuary Interesting. TFRHHHHI BHA147

2 COOLVALLA (IRE) (44) 15-1111

7 11-7

Br B g Westerner - Valleyboggan (IRE) Mr Joshua Newman J

O Mr L. Gilbert Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Mrs O. O’Leary Lucey Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHurdleswinnerwhohasimprovedmarkedlyforswitchtochasing,maintaining100%recordwhencompleting4-timeratFontwell(27.7f)inJanuary,incommand whenforgingclearfrom3out Remainsopentofurtherimprovementwithemphasisonstaminabutgooddealmoreneededatthislevel. TFRHHIII BHA130

3 FAKIERA (FR) (47) 652420

Br B or Br g Cokoriko (FR) - Stella d’Engilbert (FR)

8 11-7

Mr D. G. Lavery J

O Mr T. O’Driscoll Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Mr Philippe Achard Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdler(Grade3winner)whoremainsamaidenoverfencesbutagainranwellwhenrunner-upatPunchestown(22.7f)onpenultimatestartinJanuary LesserdisplayinThyestesChaselaterthatmonthandwhilsthestaysthisfar,heneedstopulloutmoretoplayaleadrole.Tonguetieadded.

4 GAILLARD DU MESNIL (FR) (37) 333-213

Br Gr g Saint des Saints (FR) - Athena du Mesnil (FR)

TFRHHHII BHA135

7 11-7

Mr P. W. Mullins J

O Mrs J. Donnelly W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Cerdeval TIMEFORMVIEWVerysmartchaserwhofinishedthirdinlastyear’sBrownAdvisoryherepriortofillingsamespotinIrishGrandNational.Postedsolidplacedeffortsbehind MightyPottereithersideofopeninghischaseaccountinGrade1overChristmasandhe’sverymuchtheonetobeatbackupintrip.

5 MAHLER MISSION (IRE) (30) 01-2312

BF

7 11-7

Br B g Mahler - Finnow Turkle (IRE) Mr J. C. Barry J

O Colm Herron & Rockview Racing Syndicate

B Ivor Dulohery

John McConnell, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive3-timewinneroverhurdlesandimprovedfurtheroverfences,offthemarkinaNavanmaiden(3m,soft)inJanuarypriortocareer-bestsecond inGrade2novicebackatthatvenuelastmonth,notfluentlastbutkeepingon.Unexposedgrantedthissortoftestandsoundeach-wayclaims.

6 MALINELLO (GB) (45) 212/-136

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Wyldello

O Martin & Lynn Jones

8 11-7

Miss Gina Andrews J

Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhurdlerwhomadelightofanalmost2-yearabsencetoscoreonchasedebutatNewcastle(23.4f)inNovember Bestnotjudgedtooharshly onhissixth-placefinishover21/2mhereinJanuarybutwhilstitremainsearlydays,hehasplentytofindonthesetermsuppedmarkedlyintrip. TFRHIIII BHA130

7 MINELLA CROONER (IRE) (34) 2-P2132

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Laren (GER)

7 11-7

Mr Barry O’Neill J

O KTDA Racing/Nick Courtney/Cillian Moran Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhurdlerandexcellentstartoverfenceswhensecondinPunchestownGr2inNovember ConfirmedpromisetogooneplacebetterinmaidenatFairyhouse (21f)inDecemberandshapedlikethisgreatertestisworthexploringwhenrunner-upinratedchasebackatthatvenue(23.5f)5weeksago.

8 MISTER COFFEY (FR) (31) 2220-22 BF

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Mamitador

O Lady Bamford & Alice Bamford

TFRHHHII BHA146

8 11-7

Mr Derek O’Connor J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B S.C.E.A. Le Haras D’Haspel Unibet S

TIMEFORMVIEWTalentedbutratherfrustratingperformerwhoshapedverywellwhenrunner-upintheKimMuir12monthsago.NeverthreatenedovertheNationalfences finalstartbutfirmlybackontrackthisterm,runner-upatUttoxeter31daysago(clearofremainder).Expectedtogiveanothergoodaccount TFRHHHII BHA145

9 TENZING (IRE) (52) 231-322

Br B g Milan - Francesa

O C. Jones

B Gerard Mullins

6 11-7

Mr N. McParlan J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage6-y-owhotastedsuccessonsolestartoverhurdlesandsolidstartoverfencesthisterm,albeitnomatchforMahlerMissioninNavanmaiden (3m)backinJanuary Feasibletothinkhecouldhavemoretoofferforhisverypowerfulyardbutexpectedtofindafewtoogoodhere. TFRHHHII BHA143

10

BELLATRIXSA (IRE) (38) 1142-43

6 11-0

Br Gr m Gregorian (IRE) - Aloisi Miss Lucy Turner J

O Ms Sharon Kinsella Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Rathasker Stud Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile mare who has tasted success 4 times over hurdles and added to her tally on Flat at Chester (18.6f) last May Has showed aptitudeforchasingin2startssincetheturnoftheyearbuthardtoenvisagehermakinganimpactatthislevelontheseterms. TFRHIIII BHA124

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: STATTLER (IRE) 7 11 6 Mr P W Mullins 2-1 (W P Mullins) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Gaillard du Mesnil (FR), 11-2 Mahler Mission (IRE), 13-2 Chemical Energy (IRE), 9-1 Minella Crooner (IRE), 10-1 Mister Coffey (FR), 22-1 Tenzing (IRE), 33-1 Fakiera (FR), 66-1 Coolvalla (IRE), 100-1 Malinello (GB), Bellatrixsa (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GAILLARD DU MESNIL quickly made up into a very smart chaser last term, third in Grade 1 company at this meeting prior to filling the same spot in the Irish Grand National in April. Deservedly off the mark in this sphere at Leopardstown over Christmas, he lost little caste in defeat behind Mighty Potter last time and he’s very much the one to beat stepping back up in trip. Chemical Energy is an intriguing runner for Gordon Elliott and is feared, along with Mahler Mission and Minella Crooner

SEVENTH RACE 5.50

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES

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MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £4800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D McCain (54 wins from 264 runners, 20%) runs ON CLOUD NINE & QUEEN OF HINDSIGHT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (5 wins from 32 runners, 16%) runs ON CLOUD NINE & QUEEN OF HINDSIGHT LONGEST TRAVELLER: NORTHERN REEL trained by M Harris, Warminster, 292 miles.

Donald McCain has a very healthy 26% strike-rate in bumpers here so his Irish point recruit ON CLOUD NINE is the suggestion, with confidence increased should the betting speak in her favour. Northern Reel is another from an Irish point background from a stable which does well in bumpers so she’s feared most ahead of last month’s Ayr third Touch of A Dragon.

1-2-3: 1.ON CLOUD NINE (IRE) 2.NORTHERN REEL (IRE) 3.TOUCH OF A DRAGON

colours no horse

1 CHOSEN HERO (IRE) (28) 31010

age st lb

5 11-9

Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Chosen Destiny (IRE) Nick Scholfield Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Br Kedrah House Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Off mark in Irish points at second attempt and similar story in bumpers, scoring at Wetherby in January. Needs to bounce back from a below-par seventh at Ayr since. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 BUBBLES’N’TROUBLES (GB) (371) 0-

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Jontys’lass

6 11-2

John Kington

Mr Dave Carter Andrew Crook, Leyburn

Br Ashgill Stud Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW 100/1, last of 12 in bumper at Newcastle (2m) on debut a year ago. Can only watch on belated return. TFRHIIII BHA-

3 LOOKS RIGHT (IRE) (-)

5 11-2

B m Arcadio (GER) - Detente Aaron Anderson (5)

Mr M. E. Sowersby Mike Sowersby, Malton

Br Oliver Power Mike Sowersby Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Arcadio mare Sister to fairly useful chaser Accord Dam (h83) lightly raced over hurdles Likely outsider on debut

4 NORTHERN REEL (IRE) (86) FU1

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 11-2

B m Jet Away - Christmas Kate (IRE) Bradley Harris (7)

Avon Racing Limited Milton Harris, Warminster

Br Mrs C. E. Norton Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW £38,000 buy after winning an Irish point in December Stable has a good bumper record Much respected, particularly if betting vibes strong

5 ON CLOUD NINE (IRE) (107) F2

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-2

B m Cloudings (IRE) - Role Model (FR) Brian Hughes

Miss C. McCracken

Br R. Kelly

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £35,000 after finishing second on completed start in points in November Big player for leading trainer/jockey combination.

6 QUEEN OF HINDSIGHT (IRE) (-)

B m Doyen (IRE) - Stateable Case (IRE)

Mr D. McCain Jnr

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5 11-2

Abbie McCain (5)

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Tommy James Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW€2,000 Doyen mare Closely related to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Dorabelle, and half-sister to 2 winners, including useful 2m/17f hurdle winner Colonel Harry On Cloud Nine has to be considered yard first string unless betting hints otherwise.

7 SCARLET O’TARA (GB) (43) 5

B m Kayf Tara - Run Ructions Run (IRE)

Laura Newland and Chris Stedman

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5 11-2

Charlie Hammond

Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Laura Newland & Caroline Stedman Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara mare who was green when fifth of 11 on her Hereford debut in January. May do better for a stable among the winners this month.

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B m Camelot - Condition

Nick Brown Racing

Br Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud

Lewis Stones (5)

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORMVIEW Sister to a couple of winners and showed some ability when fifth of 8 at Market Rasen 78 days ago. Won’t have to up her game much to play a prominent role

9 CHAMPAGNE BREEZE (GB) (-)

B f Cannock Chase (USA) - Miss Chatterbox

Chasing the dream

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4 10-6

Sean Quinlan

Chris Grant, Billingham

Br T. C. Dawson www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Cannock Chase filly Dam (c75/h81), point winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/ chaser (stays 21f) Chinwag. Betting should help guide to expectations on debut

10 TOUCH OF A DRAGON (GB) (28) 3

B f Dragon Dancer - Touch of Ivory (IRE)

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4 10-6

Joshua Thompson (10)

The Oakwood Nobels Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Mrs Rachel Dawson Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, offered something to work on when third of 12 on Ayr debut 4 weeks ago, with the reopposing Chosen Hero behind her. Likely to be in the shake-up

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

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DECLARED RUNNERS 10

ProbableS.P’s:3-1OnCloudNine(IRE),5-1NorthernReel(IRE),11-2TouchofADragon(GB),13-2ChosenHero(IRE), 8-1 Scarlet O’Tara (GB), Tintagel Queen (IRE), 14-1 Queen of Hindsight (IRE), 25-1 Champagne Breeze (GB), 100-1 Looks Right (IRE), 300-1 Bubbles’n’troubles (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.50 - THE LE RAAJ 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, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £45. - Closed March 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.30 - THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6020 to the winning horse The second to receive £2770, the third £1385, the fourth £693 and the fifth £345. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £57 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 4th, 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 £57. - Closed March 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4604; Second £2302; Third £1151; Fourth £576; Fifth £287. (Penalty Value £6020.34) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.10 - THE MW PAVING & GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze, Cab On Target & Lady B’tns Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4330 to the winning horse The second to receive £1992, the third £996, the fourth £498 and the fifth £248. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 4th, 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 Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 25th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Cab On Target Series qualifiers during the current season. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Lady Buttons Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Lady Buttons Series races during the current season. 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. 30 entries at £41. - Closed March 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3312; Second £1656; Third £828; Fourth £414; Fifth £207. (Penalty Value £4330.42)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.50 - THE IN MEMORY OF IAN VICKERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8449 to the winning horse The second to receive £3888, the third £1944, the fourth £972 and the fifth £484. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £80 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 4th, 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 £80. - Closed March 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.Winner £6462; Second £3230; Third £1616; Fourth £808; Fifth £403. (Penalty Value £8449.60)

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Fifth Race 4.30 - THE VICKERS.BET CHELTENHAM SPECIAL OFFERS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Sea Pigeon & Lady Buttons Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7499 to the winning horse The second to receive £3450, the third £1725, the fourth £863 and the fifth £430. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £71 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £57 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 4th, 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Lady Buttons Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 24th March, 2023. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two Go North Lady Buttons Series races during the current season. 18 entries at £71.Closed March 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5735; Second £2867; Third £1434; Fourth £717; Fifth £358. (Penalty Value £7499.02) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 5.10 - THE JTC PIZZALICIOUS NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6020 to the winning horse The second to receive £2770, the third £1385, the fourth £693 and the fifth £345. 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, March 8th and pay £57 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 14 entries at £57. - Closed March 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4604; Second £2302; Third £1151; Fourth £576; Fifth £287. (Penalty Value £6020.34)

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.50 - THE GET CHELTENHAM TIPS ON attheraces.com/cheltenham MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, March 8th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £24. - Closed March 8th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.

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