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B g Presenting - Miss Lauren Dee (IRE) Brian Hughes Mr John Wade John Wade, Sedgefield Br B. Kavanagh John Wade (Haulage) Limited TIMEFORM VIEW 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
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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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FIRST RACE 1.07 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP MAIDEN 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 (19-24): D McCain (54 wins from 257 runners, 21%) runs ONE MORE STROKE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs NO I DIDN’T LONGEST TRAVELLER: GOLDEN DE COEUR trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 257 miles. RACE SUMMARY
Having finished runner-up in a brace of points, ONE MORE STROKE shaped with lots of promise when occupying the same spot in a bumper at Musselburgh 3 weeks ago. Sure to be well prepared for this hurdles debut, he’s selected in favour of Golden de Coeur and Get A Superstar.
1-2-3: 1.ONE MORE STROKE (IRE) 2.GOLDEN DE COEUR (FR) 3.GET A SUPERSTAR (IRE) KEY colours
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Breeder Br
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FINAL EDGAR (IRE) (89) F-604
6 11-10
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Vita Nuova (IRE) URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Br James T. Williams
st lb
Jamie Hamilton Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Click Marketing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Mid-field both starts in bumpers for Roger McGrath in Ireland during the summer, looking slightly ungainly in the process. TFRHHIII BHA-
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GET A SUPERSTAR (IRE) (29) PUF-421
B g Getaway (GER) - Glenariff Mr J. H. Graham Br Luke O’Reilly
6 11-10
Charlie Hammond Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability on bumper debut at Tipperary back in the spring and made second start for current yard a winning one at Newcastle last month, idling but always holding on. Good platform for hurdling. TFRHHHHI BHA-
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GOLDEN DE COEUR (FR) (31) 324-123
B g Racinger (FR) - Polka de Coeur (FR) Alan & Andrew Turner Br O. Burlot, N. Burlot & M. Burlot
8 11-10
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair but winless in bumpers (Ireland) but successful in a couple of points last year and placed both starts over hurdles for this yard at Ffos Las. Sets the standard. TFRHHHHI BHA112
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JAKE STEVENS (IRE) (45) 55F2
B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Tessoneill (IRE) IScott, JScott, Jolley, Sowray & Neville Br Mr J. Nicholson
6 11-10
Henry Brooke Patrick Neville, Leyburn HR2DAY Ltd, Mn Consultancy Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to threaten both starts between the flags but was still in touch when falling 3 out on hurdles debut here over 16.8f and he found only one too good over the same C&D 19 days later. TFRHHHII BHA-
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ONE MORE STROKE (IRE) (25) 22-2
5 11-10
B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Square Sphere (IRE) Brian Hughes Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Br Mrs Aisling Leer JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Proactive Personnel Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both starts in Irish points in Feb 2023. Underwent breathing surgery after and promising Rules debut when second again in a bumper at Musselburgh 3 weeks ago. Big player on hurdles debut. TFRHHHHH BHA-
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TANKING ALONG (IRE) (-)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Myska (IRE) Mr Eamon McElligott Br Kenneth Parkhill
5 11-10
Joe Williamson (5) Patrick Neville, Leyburn Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW €7,000 3-y-o: third foal: brother to useful hurdler Eabha Grace (21f/2 3/4m winner): dam (h131), 2m-2 3/4m hurdle winner, half-sister to very smart hurdler/high-class chaser (2 1/4m-21f winner) Bob Olinger. TFRHHIII BHA-
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NO I DIDN’T (GB) (-)
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B m Kayf Tara - Yes I Did (IRE) Mike and Eileen Newbould Br Mike & Eileen Newbould
11-3
Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Micky Hammond, Middleham
TIMEFORM VIEW First foal, dam (c118/h118) 2m-25f hurdle/chase winner.
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CAPTAIN POTTER (GB) (36) 4
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B g Almanzor (FR) - Astroglia (USA) Mr J. Cotterill Br Niarchos Family
10-9
Sean Quinlan Brian Ellison, Malton Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) for Mark Walford. Remote fourth on the back of a wind op in juvenile hurdle at Market Rasen on his hurdling bow a month ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
MISS RAINDROP (GB) (14) 0
B f Iffraaj - Disdain (USA) Mr S. Rain Br Theta Holding I, Inc
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Ross Chapman Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor SWR Trading Limited, Probio Energy International Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden handicapper on Flat (stays 1 3/4m). Didn’t take to hurdling at the first attempt a fortnight ago. TFRHIIII BHA2023: CIANCIANA 4 10 2 Patrick Wadge 2-1 (Brian Ellison) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No. 6. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Golden de Coeur (FR), 11-4 One More Stroke (IRE), 10-3 Get A Superstar (IRE), 11-1 Jake Stevens (IRE), 33-1 Tanking Along (IRE), No I Didn’t (GB), 40-1 Captain Potter (GB), 50-1 Final Edgar (IRE), 300-1 Miss Raindrop (GB)
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SECOND RACE 1.37 TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 5F 28YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE VICKERS.BET NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £11050 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4463, 2nd £2231, 3rd £1116, 4th £558, 5th £278. (Penalty Value £5835.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): O Greenall & J Guerriero (18 wins from 91 runners, 20%) run HORACIO APPLE’S TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards (1 win from 7 runners, 14%) runs CONISTON CLOUDS LONGEST TRAVELLER: NEW FOUND FAME trained by K Lee, Presteigne, 208 miles. RACE SUMMARY
CONISTON CLOUDS looked a good chasing prospect when going in at the first time of asking at Catterick and can edge out Horacio Apple’s who is improving by the run over fences and rates a big threat despite taking a 10lb hike in the weights for his Bangor victory. New Found Fame appeals as the pick of the remainder for minor honours. 1-2-3: 1.CONISTON CLOUDS (IRE) 2.HORACIO APPLE’S (FR) 3.NEW FOUND FAME (IRE) KEY colours
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HAURAKI GULF (GB) (56) 2/222-20
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12-0
B g Kayf Tara - Leading On Knowle Racing Stables Limited Br Aiden Murphy
Chris Ward (3) Deborah Cole, Solihull Lewisham Developments Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper debut winner but maiden hurdler and he came in only fifteenth of 20 in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (21f, soft) 56 days ago. Makes chase debut with more required. TFRHHIII BHA116
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HORACIO APPLE’S (FR) (28) 114-551 D
Ch g Saddex - Apple’s Noa (FR) Highclere TB Racing - Apple and Dudgeon Br D. Lumet, P. Coveliers & T. Cypres
7 11-13
Toby Wynne (3) Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Swansway
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive chaser who got off the mark in this sphere in 8-runner handicap chase (6/4) at Bangor (20.3f, heavy) 28 days ago, soon clear. Open to further improvement. Leading claims. TFRHHHHI BHA115
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NEW FOUND FAME (IRE) (49) 2005-F3
B g Fame And Glory - Coco Opera (IRE) West Coast Haulage Limited Br R. Lynch
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11-9
Liam Harrison Kerry Lee, Presteigne Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair winning hurdler who has made a positive start in this sphere, still holding every chance when bad error 5 out at Chepstow (16f, soft) 49 days ago and coming in third. Can do better. TFRHHHII BHA111
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MALPAS (IRE)) (2)) 3566-30
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B g Milan - Skipping Along (IRE) Mr N. Hartley Br Michael Moakley
TIMEFORM VIEW
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EYED (GB)) (2)) 0P13-04 BFF
B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp Mr Martin Hughes Br R. J. McAlpine
TIMEFORM VIEW
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ER NN U R NNO
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Proactive Personnel Limited TFRIIIII BHA103
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R NE UN R N NO
CONISTON CLOUDS (IRE) (49) 56010-1
11-1
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Paul Webber, Banbury Old Oak Holdings Ltd TFRIIIII BHA103
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Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Lincon Lady (IRE) Danny McMenamin Accurite Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke Br Martin Cullinane Accurite Machinery, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising start in this sphere when landing 14-runner handicap chase (11/2) at Catterick (19.2f, good to soft) 49 days ago. Up 5lb but form has been franked so he’s expected to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA102
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STOWAWAY JOHN (IRE) (45) 03/023-6
B g Stowaway - Figlette Dave Skeldon & Clive Storey Br Ronnie O’Neill
10 10-2
Stephen Mulqueen Sandy Forster, Kelso
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 runs and he came in last of 6 in handicap chase here (17f, heavy) 45 days ago. A stone out of the handicap too. TFRHHIII BHA76
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2023: SON OF THE SOMME (IRE) 8 11 13 Sean Quinlan 9-4 (Brian Ellison) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Stewards Note: HAURAKI GULF: Following its run on 17/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Coniston Clouds (IRE), 5-2 Horacio Apple’s (FR), New Found Fame (IRE), 7-1 Hauraki Gulf (GB), 100-1 Stowaway John (IRE)
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THIRD RACE 2.07 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HARDWICK GRANGE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (54 wins from 257 runners, 21%) runs COPPER FOX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs COPPER FOX LONGEST TRAVELLER: GETAWAY WITH YOU trained by P Webber, Banbury, 206 miles. RACE SUMMARY
The C&D handicap won by HALPHA SOLEIL on Boxing Day looks the key piece of form here. Micky Hammond’s charge could have more to offer and is taken to confirm his superiority over reopposing pair Coup de Gold and I’m Too Tired. Robin Goodfellow is worth a try over this trip and also makes the shortlist. 1-2-3: 1.HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) 2.COUP DE GOLD (IRE) 3.I’M TOO TIRED (IRE) KEY
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HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) (17) 5446-41 CD
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12-0
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) T I S Partnership Br S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R
Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice in French bumpers and came good over hurdles in a C&D handicap on Boxing Day, seeing off the reopposing Coup de Gold by 2 1/2 lengths. A 5lb rise may not stop him. TFRHHHHH BHA100
2
JUBILEE GOLD (IRE) (46) PFP3/1-P
B g Libertarian - Simplyonelady (IRE) Mr Michael P. Tudor Br Daigh Rooney
8 11-12
Charlie Hammond Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on debut promise in Ireland when landing 2m novice hurdle at Fakenham in May 2022 but not seen again until pulling up in a 2m Ludlow handicap in November. TFRHHIII BHA98
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FOLLOW YOUR ARROW (FR) (82) 2365PP D
8 11-10
B or Br g Crillon (FR) - Rakane Rouge (FR) Annett, Richardson, Eales and Todd Br Mr Xavier Leredde
Jonathon Bewley George Bewley, Colby Lloyd Ltd
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TIMEFORM VIEW Won over fences at Hexham in 2022. Also placed twice over fences at the beginning of this season but has lost his way since. Remains to be seen whether a return to hurdles sparks a revival. TFRHHIII BHA96
CAILIN DEARG (IRE) (24) 4240/-00 CD
11-4
Ch m Getaway (GER) - Lepidina (IRE) Jacobs,Tebay & Dobbin Br Miss R. Tonson Rye
Craig Nichol Rose Dobbin, Alnwick Hazelrigg Racing
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TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded back-to-back wins over C&D in December 2021 but well beaten in 2 comeback outings in recent months, including here. TFRHHIII BHA90
COPPER FOX (GB) (25) 3P4264
Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Princess Oriane (IRE) Alistair Sutcliffe & Partner Br Distillery Stud
11-3
Brian Hughes Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Proactive Personnel Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Below his best over hurdles and fences lately. Has dropped to a career-low mark as a result and it wouldn’t be a shock were he to stage a revival in a first-time tongue tie. TFRHHHII BHA89
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BIG BEE HIVE (IRE) (17) 01/PP-P5
7 10-12
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Matinee Time (IRE) Jonathan England Mr R. J. Hewitt Sam England, Guiseley Br Miss Carmel Whelan Golden Sunset Holidays, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when landing handicap hurdle at Clonmel in 2022. Below that level in a very light career in Britain since but he did fare better when fifth to Halpha Soleil over C&D on Boxing Day. TFRHHHII BHA84
7
BETTER BE DEFINITE (GB) (25) 500-06
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Definitely Better (IRE) P and F Racing Br Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher
6 10-11
Bruce Lynn (3) N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers/hurdles but stands a much more realistic chance now handicapping for first time. One to keep an eye on in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA83
16
8
I’M TOO TIRED (IRE) (17) 23233
4 10-10
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Ard Na Sidhe (IRE) Alan Baxter & Jennie Candlish Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd
Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek
TIMEFORM VIEWYet to win under both codes but he has been placed on all 5 hurdle starts since joining this stable, beaten 6 lengths into third behind Halpha Soleil and Coup de Gold in a C&D handicap on latest. TFRHHHHI BHA97
9
COUP DE GOLD (IRE) (17) 3-06422
8 10-10
Br g Maxios - Astroglia (USA) Mr Kevin Kirkup Br Niarchos Family
Peter Kavanagh (3) David Thompson, Darlington The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a long losing run but he is in form, finishing 2 1/2 lengths second of 8 to Halpha Soleil (I’m Too Tired third) over C&D on Boxing Day. One to consider. TFRHHHHI BHA82
10
ROBIN GOODFELLOW (IRE) (45) 34P40-3
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Bergamask (USA) Mr W. Laws Br Godolphin
5
10-5
Ross Chapman Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
TIMEFORM VIEWRan his best race back hurdling after 4 months off when third to El Jefe over 2m here in November. That form is solid for the grade so he’s a contender from an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA77
SWIFT REPLY (GB) (50) U-065P
8
Br g Mr Medici (IRE) - Skybound Miss D. M. M. Calder Br Miss Doreen M. M. Calder
10-5
John Kington Simon Waugh, Morpeth
TIMEFORM VIEW Unseated in a point and limited encouragement so far over hurdles, pulling up on 3m Newcastle handicap debut on latest outing 7 weeks ago. TFRHIIII BHA77
12
GETAWAY WITH YOU (GB) (43) P0P0-P4
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Dizzy Frizzy The Starjac Partnership Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
6
10-2
Jack Quinlan Paul Webber, Banbury Paul Webber Racing, Fairfax Saddles
TIMEFORM VIEWMaiden who bettered previous exploits when fourth of 13 in novice handicap hurdle at Lingfield (19.5f) in November. However, more needed if he’s to play a part here from 7lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA67 2023: SOCKS OFF (IRE) 6 11 7 Aaron Anderson 9-1 (Rebecca Menzies) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9, 12. Stewards Note: FOLLOW YOUR ARROW: Following its run on 22/10/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its action. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Halpha Soleil (FR), 9-2 I’m Too Tired (IRE), 11-2 Coup de Gold (IRE), 10-1 Robin Goodfellow (IRE), 11-1 Copper Fox (GB), 12-1 Better Be Definite (GB), 14-1 Big Bee Hive (IRE), 16-1 Jubilee Gold (IRE), 28-1 Follow Your Arrow (FR), 33-1 Getaway With You (GB), 50-1 Cailin Dearg (IRE), 150-1 Swift Reply (GB)
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FOURTH RACE 2.37 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 65YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT VICKERS.BET EVERYDAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M Hammond (30 wins from 269 runners, 11%) runs ROYLE STEEL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs ROYLE STEEL LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROBINS FIELD trained by H Dickin, Midford, 284 miles. RACE SUMMARY
Alhough unable to justify strong support at Catterick last month, DR SANDERSON still took a big step back in the right direction from a tumbling mark so Ben Haslam’s 10-y-o gets the nod to snap a losing streak dating back to summer 2022 at the expense of Heeztheboy, who proved a different proposition sent chasing when scoring at Hexham recently and could well build on that here. Bebside Banter and Eurkash can fight out third. 1-2-3: 1.DR SANDERSON (IRE) 2.HEEZTHEBOY (IRE) 3.BEBSIDE BANTER (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
Trainer
PLAY SMARTER
Sponsor
no
horse
age
1
DR SANDERSON (IRE) (24) 53PP04 D BF
10 12-0
B g Jeremy (USA) - Guydus (IRE) Mr John P. McManus Br R. T. MacAuley
st lb
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Ben Haslam, Middleham
TIMEFORM VIEWFailed to land a gamble when fourth at Catterick (15.7f) last time but that was a step back in the right direction. Down another 2lb (now 28lb lower than for his last success in July 2022) and dropped further in grade. TFRHHHHH BHA96
2
MIZUMA (IRE) (15) P2-0P06
9 11-12
B g Milan - Cercle des Amis (FR) Andy Marsh, Jack Lewis & Partner Br Mr J. Murphy
Henry Brooke Danny Brooke, Middleham Danny Brooke Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Just bits and pieces of form when trained by Vincent Laurence Halley in Ireland and offered little after 11 weeks off on yard debut at Catterick last month. TFRHHIII BHA94
3
ROYLE STEEL (FR) (49) 0-55310 CD BF
6
Gr g Spanish Moon (USA) - Suffisante (FR) Mr A E Tasker Br H. Tassin, C. Ordinis, V. Henry et al
11-4
Brian Hughes Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWFair 2m winner over hurdles who got off the mark in this sphere in a weak contest over C&D in October. Rather predictably not in anywhere near the same form at Catterick 6 weeks later. TFRHHHII BHA86
4
HEEZTHEBOY (IRE) (30) 006-61
7
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lovely Native (IRE) Mr John Wade Br Mr Michael Ward
11-4
Craig Nichol Pauline Robson, Capheaton
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little but having attracted support, proved a different proposition sent chasing despite being 9lb out of the weights when scoring at Hexham (15.6f, heavy) on return last month. TFRHHHHI BHA86
5
LIVING’S BOY AN CO (FR) (17) U-U0540 D
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Living Start (FR) Mr I. Barran Br Dr V. Marine Estrade
9 10-13
Emma Smith-Chaston (3) John Wainwright, Malton Harmony Inns Hotels
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in emphatic fashion over fences at Market Rasen in 2022 but not much to write home about since (including over hurdles). 10lb lower than when last seen in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA81
6
EURKASH (FR) (25) 3F3-244
10 10-10
B g Irish Wells (FR) - Meralda (FR) Cropredy Lawn Racing Br Eric Becq
Jack Quinlan Paul Webber, Banbury Paul Webber Racing, Fairfax Saddles
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from a tough race on his reappearance at Southwell but back on track when fourth of 11 in handicap chase at Plumpton (19.8f, good to soft) last month. TFRHHHII BHA78
7
BEBSIDE BANTER (IRE) (30) PP-001P C
B g Westerner - Hard Fought (IRE) D&D Armstrong Ltd Br John F. Dwyer
7
10-9
Danny McMenamin Chris Grant, Billingham North Sea Logistics
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in November. Folded as if amiss home turn and pulled up quickly in handicap chase (9/4) at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) last month but remains handily weighted if back on song. TFRHHHII BHA77
18
8
ROBINS FIELD (IRE) (32) 42-2455
B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Sweet Poli (IRE) Robin Dickin Racing Club Br Cathal Ennis
9
10-6
Ben Poste Harriet Dickin, Midford Clay Street Property Consultants
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice last spring (including here) but has been below par this winter. Mark drops another 4lb but needs to show more stepped back up in trip. Had a wind operation. TFRHHIII BHA74
9
ASHJAN (GB) (45) 3P-PP44 C
11 10-3
B g Medicean - Violet (IRE) Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster Br Stourbank Stud
Patrick Wadge (3) Sandy Forster, Kelso
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times over fences. Recent efforts not all that inspiring and a return to chasing failed to spark him back to life over C&D in November, merely passing beaten horses having gone in snatches. TFRHHIII BHA71 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8. Stewards Note: ROYLE STEEL: Following its run on 24/11/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. BEBSIDE BANTER: Following its run on 13/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Heeztheboy (IRE), 4-1 Bebside Banter (IRE), 15-2 Dr Sanderson (IRE), 17-2 Royle Steel (FR), Eurkash (FR), 16-1 Robins Field (IRE), Ashjan (GB), 28-1 Living’s Boy An Co (FR), 40-1 Mizuma (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 3.07 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE PAXTONS NO1 CASEIH DEALER IN UK&IRELAND MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Lady Buttons Series Qualifier) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M Hammond (30 wins from 269 runners, 11%) runs MILLTOWN LILY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs MILLTOWN LILY LONGEST TRAVELLER: CALLIN BATON ROUGE trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 257 miles. RACE SUMMARY
SUNDAY SOLDIER is improving in leaps and bounds and can make it 3 from 3 in handicaps. Riccirella is likely to prove herself well treated when getting a strong pace to aim at, while Melvich Bay and Chicago Gal are a couple of others with solid place claims.
1-2-3: 1.SUNDAY SOLDIER (IRE) 2.RICCIRELLA 3.MELVICH BAY KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
PLAY SMARTER
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
CHICAGO GAL (GB) (25) 252-3
5
12-0
Ch m Cityscape - Crooked Wood (USA) The Chicago Gal Partnership Br Hunscote Stud
Jamie Hamilton Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Stittenham Farms
TIMEFORM VIEWFair on Flat, showed an aptitude for hurdling last winter. Not 100% when pulled up on the level at Kempton in March and shaped better back over hurdles when third at Musselburgh in December. TFRHHHII BHA100
2
SUNDAY SOLDIER (IRE) (7) 346311
6 11-13 (in 7lb ex)
Ch m Shantou (USA) - Fortunes Harvest (FR) Nick Slatter (5) 4 Left Footers & A Blewnose David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Br Mrs E. Connolly The Good Racing Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and left previous hurdling efforts behind when scoring readily on handicap debut at Musselburgh. Improved further when following up over same C&D last week. Under a penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA92 (+14)
3
CALLIN BATON ROUGE (IRE) (17) 34FP04
B m Westerner - All My Judges Jim and Claire Limited Br Reid & Murphy Bloodstock
6
11-0
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more than previously in handicaps with cheekpieces discarded when fourth of 9 at Fontwell (19.2f, soft) 17 days ago. Possibilities if building on that. TFRHHHII BHA86
4
TURBULENT POWER (GB) (24) U04F6-6
B m Power - Skywards Miles (IRE) Oh Happy Days Syndicate Br Brian Rothwell
6 10-13
Sean Quinlan Philip Kirby, Richmond Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if better for the run on first outing since leaving Brian Rothwell when sixth in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good to soft, 5/1) 24 days ago. Return to shorter looks a good move. TFRHHHII BHA85
5
RICCIRELLA (GB) (56) 2r00P4
Gr or Ro m Rajsaman (FR) - Agnese Michael Fennessy Jnr Br Mrs H. I. S. Calzini
6 10-10
Jonathan England Sam England, Guiseley Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in bumpers and got back on track over hurdles switched to a handicap when fourth at Doncaster (16.6f, good, 40/1) 56 days ago, staying on well. Likely to prove herself well treated. TFRHHHHI BHA82
6
FAIRLAND (IRE) (45) 1650P5
B m Ask - The Farmers Sister (IRE) Mrs H. N. Eubank Br P. G. McGillion
7 10-10
Danny McMenamin Chris Grant, Billingham www.chrisgrantracing.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who shaped as if needing the run when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (heavy) 45 days ago, weakening run-in. Has had a breathing operation since. TFRHHHII BHA82
7
MILLTOWN LILY (IRE) (15) 5r-5
B m Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Danetime Lily (IRE) Maybe The Last Time Br Fortmill Farm
6
10-6
Emma Smith-Chaston (3) Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden handicapper on Flat and has shown little all 3 starts over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA78
22
8
MELVICH BAY (GB) (159) 06-523F
B m Telescope (IRE) - Douryna The Dalby Family & Partners Br R. W. Russell
7
10-5
Henry Brooke Danny Brooke, Middleham Danny Brooke Racing, Robertshaw’s Farm Shop
TIMEFORM VIEW Running creditably when brought down in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (18.6f, good, 9/1) 159 days ago. Can make presence felt if turning up in similar form. TFRHHHII BHA77
9
CELESTIAL FASHION (GB) (32) P0-PP44
B m Telescope (IRE) - French Fashion (IRE) Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Br Ian A. Duncan
6
10-2
Joe Williamson (5) Ian Duncan, Coylton Ian Duncan Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who ran creditably from 6lb out of the weights when fourth in 8-runner handicap hurdle (22/1) at Ayr (16f, soft) 32 days ago. Hood back on. TFRHHHII BHA73 (+2) DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: RAVENSCAR (IRE) 7 11 9 Thomas Dowson 11-1 (Philip Kirby) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Sunday Soldier (IRE), 15-2 Riccirella (GB), 8-1 Callin Baton Rouge (IRE), 9-1 Melvich Bay (GB), 10-1 Chicago Gal (GB), 12-1 Turbulent Power (GB), 18-1 Celestial Fashion (GB), 25-1 Fairland (IRE), 28-1 Milltown Lily (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 3.42 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
THE LES PARKER ‘20 YEARS AT SEDGEFIELD’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (54 wins from 257 runners, 21%) runs SPEED DAVIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs SPEED DAVIS LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUST AIDAN trained by H Dickin, Midford, 284 miles. RACE SUMMARY
FUTURE FORTUNE’s winning debut was quite impressive and she’s worth excusing a lesser effort in a higher grade since, so she’s fancied to resume winning ways for all that Speed Davis is expected to fare better than on his Rules debut. Noble Don is another one to consider.
1-2-3: 1.FUTURE FORTUNE (IRE) 2.SPEED DAVIS (FR) 3.NOBLE DON (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br
Jockey
PLAY SMARTER
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
DO YE WANNA (IRE) (-)
6
11-2
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Raphuca (IRE) Mr John Wade Br Pat Moore
Jonathon Bewley George Bewley, Colby Lloyd Ltd
2
6
TIMEFORM VIEW Doyen gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Mr Utah and modest hurdler Brae On. Probably best watched on debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
FRANKIE LAMB (GB) (29) 6
Ch g Proconsul - Lucinda Lamb Miss S.E. Hall & Mr C. Platts Br Miss S. E. Hall
11-2
Jack Garritty Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn Jedd O’Keeffe Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to bumper winners Miss Lamb and Tom Lamb but only hinted at ability at Newcastle on debut, so will need to up his game. TFRHHHII BHA-
3
FUTURE FORTUNE (IRE) (21) 10
Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Magic Money Dejeuner De Dames Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
5
11-2
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning chaser but showed enough know-how to make a successful bumper debut at Hereford in October. Came up short in listed company next time but capable of getting back to winning ways. TFRHHHHH BHA-
4
IM THE BOSS (IRE) (237) 5-P6
B g Sea Moon - Kalema (GER) Nick Wright and Luly Wright Br M. Cave & S. Lanigan O’Keeffe
6
11-2
Jamie Gambin (10) James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW €52,000 3-y-o, £8,500 5-y-o, Sea Moon gelding. Brother to fair 17f hurdle winner The Moon Sea’s Me. Wears hood. Unplaced both completed starts in Irish points (latest May 2023). TFRHIIII BHA-
5
JUST AIDAN (IRE) (286) 1-
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tastytimes (IRE) Robin Dickin Racing Club Br Mrs Noreen O’Gorman
5
11-2
Ben Poste Harriet Dickin, Midford Clay Street Property Consultants
TIMEFORM VIEW Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Danse Away and fair hurdler Life Isfor Living. Won sole start in points (Apr 2023). Not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA-
6
LAWRENNY (GB) (28) 4
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rare Ruby (IRE) Mrs Judith Ratcliff Br Mrs Judith Ratcliff
5
11-2
Sean Quinlan Jennie Candlish, Leek Pra World Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam (h95), lightly raced over hurdles, 1 3/4m-2m winner on Flat. Showed something when fourth of 5 Bangor on debut but more needed if he’s to seriously feature. TFRHHHII BHA-
7
NOBLE DON (IRE) (68) 3F-2
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Pops Choice (IRE) Rupert Frost & John Murray Br Patrick Cronin
5
11-2
Mr James King (3) D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
TIMEFORM VIEW £8,000 3-y-o, £26,000 4-y-o, Sholokhov gelding. Dam maiden in points/under Rules. Placed both completed starts in points, runner-up latest (Nov 5). Merits respect. TFRHHHII BHA-
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8
OCEAN OF STARS (IRE) (-)
5
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Legitimus (IRE) Cold Beer Sports - Stars Br Deer Park Stud & Sunderland Holding Inc
11-2
Joe Williamson (5) Patrick Neville, Leyburn
TIMEFORM VIEW £2,000 4-y-o, Sea The Stars gelding. Dam fairly useful 7f winner. Worth a market check. TFRHHHII BHA-
9
SPEED DAVIS (FR) (270) 16-
B g Spider Flight (FR) - Trumpet Davis (FR) Owners Group 117 Br C Quellier, A Quellier & S Quellier
6
11-2
Brian Hughes Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Owners Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start between the flags and, while he fell below expectations on Rules debut at Kelso 9 months ago, there’s scope for better. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10
UPFORDEBATE (IRE) (-)
B g Mount Nelson - Mrs Peachey (IRE) Mr Eamon McElligott Br Mrs Gail Kidd
5
11-2
Henry Brooke Patrick Neville, Leyburn Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW €6,500 3-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Duke of Deception. Dam (c112/h128) 2 1/2m-21f hurdle/chase winner (stayed 3m). TFRHHHII BHA-
11
ROYAL OBSERVATORY (GB) (-)
4
Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Vue Fantastique (FR) D Lovatt & C Bacon Br Newsells Park Stud
10-3
Lee Edwards Kevin Frost, Newark Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 1,000 gns 3-y-o, Siyouni gelding. Dam 1 1/4m winner on Flat in France. TFRHHIII BHA-
12
ADA’S DAY (FR) (-)
4
B f Authorized (IRE) - Sitia (IRE) Mr B. Dunn Br Brian Dunn
10-2
Ben Robinson Brian Ellison, Malton Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Authorized filly. Dam ran twice on Flat in France. Not much to go on pedigree wise, but market could be informative. TFRHHHII BHA2023: RAFFLES WONDER (FR) 6 11 7 Aaron Anderson 7-2 (Rebecca Menzies) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 8, 10, 11. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Future Fortune (IRE), 4-1 Speed Davis (FR), 8-1 Noble Don (IRE), 10-1 Lawrenny (GB), 14-1 Just Aidan (IRE), Ada’s Day (FR), 18-1 Upfordebate (IRE), 20-1 Frankie Lamb (GB), 25-1 Do Ye Wanna (IRE), Ocean of Stars (IRE), Royal Observatory (GB), 33-1 Im The Boss (IRE)
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GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.07 - THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP MAIDEN 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 maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 6th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 10lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 23 entries at £38. - Closed January 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.37 - THE VICKERS.BET NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5835 to the winning horse The second to receive £2685, the third £1342, the fourth £671 and the fifth £334. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 6th and pay £44 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 12 entries at £44. - Closed January 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4463; Second £2231; Third £1116; Fourth £558; Fifth £278. (Penalty Value £5835.50) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.07 - THE HARDWICK GRANGE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 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 6th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier. 22 entries at £30. - Closed January 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.37 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT VICKERS.BET EVERYDAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. Penalties, after December 30th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. 16 entries at £30. - Closed January 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.07 - THE PAXTONS NO1 CASEIH DEALER IN UK&IRELAND MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Lady Buttons Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. Penalties, after December 30th, 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 Lady Buttons Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 5th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Lady Buttons Series Qualifier 15 entries at £30. - Closed January 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.42 - THE LES PARKER ‘20 YEARS AT SEDGEFIELD’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not won more than one race and 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, January 6th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Jodami Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 2m at Kelso on 6th April, 2024. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have finished in the first 8 places in a Go North Jodami Series Qualifier during the current season. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 13 entries at £22. - Closed January 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
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