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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
THE LE RAAJ
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-
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
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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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SECOND RACE 2.30
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
Horserace Betting Levy Board
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £188,856 in rate card and incremental prize money at this racecourse from January to April 2023.
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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) colours no horse age st-lb
Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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)
Tote vs Starting Price?
We’ll pay whichever is better on win bets!
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)
Tickets
Tickets must be worn and shown at all times Failure to display may result in ejection from the racecourse
DOGS
Racegoers are not permitted to bring dogs into any enclosure. In car parks dogs must be kept on leads at all times. During hot weather it should be remembered that Police and RSPCA officials reserve the right to force entry into any vehicle to release an animal if suffering
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
