Sedgefield Racecard - Thursday 26th December by Arena Racing Company

Welcome to Sedgefield Racecourse.

We are delighted to be welcoming you to Sedgefield Racecourse, whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned racing enthusiast we hope you have an enjoyable afternoon with us

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We have a 7-race card, the first race gets underway at 11.45.

We hope you have all had a fantastic Christmas, our next meeting takes place on Sunday 26th January. Book online today to guarantee early bird tickets

As always, I wish you all the very best in picking a few winners and I look forward to welcoming you back to Sedgefield Racecourse again soon.

Enjoy the day and good luck

Emma Gray 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

Emma Gray General Manager

Chris Patten Operations Manager/Owners Liaison

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FIRST RACE 11.45

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

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NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund

£7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): B Ellison (25 wins from 134 runners, 19%) runs MONTEPLEX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs PIGEON HOUSE FANCY THAT: B Ellison won this race in 2014 and 2015. The stable runs MONTEPLEX today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SIGN AGAIN trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 222 miles.

A potential match between penalised-winners PIGEON HOUSE and Sign Again, the former taken to resume winning ways

1 PIGEON HOUSE (IRE) (15) 3361P2

Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Zaitana (IRE)

Le Pigeons

Br Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L.

4 11-12

Sean Quinlan

Jennie Candlish, Leek

Evolve Business Finance Limited, PRA World Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles (at up to 18.2f) for Jessica Harrington and positive start for new stable when runner-up in novice hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Sets a clear standard under a double penalty TFRHHHHH BHA130

2 SIGN AGAIN (IRE) (38) 1-41

B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - All Notoriety (IRE)

4 11-7

Lilly Pinchin

Mrs D. Fallows Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br Kk Agri Ltd Merriebelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORMVIEW£60,000 buy after Irish point win in April and left sole run in bumper behind when winning 4-runner novice hurdle at Plumpton (20.5f, good) on hurdles bow 38 days ago. Likely to improve again. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 ALLTALKNOACTION (IRE) (15) 32-P4

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Oscar Day (IRE)

4 11-0

Mr William Easterby (3)

Reality Partnerships XII Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Miss C. Woods Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole start in point bumpers/runner-up sole start in points in early-2024. However, well held both starts in maiden hurdles TFRHHIII BHA-

4 DARTIE BAY (GB) (15) 00P

4 11-0

B g Dartmouth - Flaybay Ross Chapman

Miss Alison P. Lee Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Miss Alison P. Lee www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Dartmouth gelding who offered little in bumpers 5 months apart and in maiden hurdle at Hexham TFRHIIII BHA-

5 DARTMHOR (GB) (67) 06

B g Dartmouth - Cinnomhor

4 11-0

William Maggs (5)

Miss Alison P. Lee Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Miss Alison P. Lee www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the ﬁeld in 2 bumpers.

6 FANCY NANCY PANTS (GB) (34) 04

B f Dylan Mouth (IRE) - Bespoke Lady (IRE)

TFRHIIII BHA-

4 10-7

Conor Rabbitt (5)

Mr P. Kirby Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Jill Musgrave Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers 6 months apart.

TFRHIIII BHA-

7 MONTEPLEX (GB) (642) 5/350P2/- 7 10-7

B m Multiplex - Montelfolene (IRE)

Mickley Stud & Derrick Mossop

Craig Nichol

Brian Ellison, Malton

Br D. Mossop Jacksons Timber Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWModest form at best in bumpers. Easy to put a line through hurdle debut run (saddle slipped early) and belied market weakness despite playing up and getting loose beforehand when second in novice hurdle at Kelso in March 2023. Not seen since, however TFRHHHII BHA-

2023: PANHANDLE SLIM (IRE) 4 10 11 Peter Kavanagh 11-4 (Donald McCain) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Pigeon House (IRE), 11-4 Sign Again (IRE), 7-1 Monteplex (GB), 33-1 Alltalknoaction (IRE), 100-1 Fancy Nancy Pants (GB), 250-1 Dartie Bay (GB), 300-1 Dartmhor (GB)

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

BARS

The racecourse bars will close at the off time of the last race. No person under the age of 18 years will be served or allowed to consume alcohol on these premises

HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT SEDGEFIELD RACECOURSE

Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse. The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a highspecification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital

It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. 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

SECOND RACE 12.20

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

THE CASTLE CONSTRUCTION NORTH EAST LTD EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualiﬁer) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (52 wins from 254 runners, 20%) runs PADDYS POLICY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs BRODERICK LONGEST TRAVELLER: PADDYS POLICY trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 142 miles.

BLACKWATER LILLY was unlucky not to make a winning debut in this sphere at Newcastle and is fancied to make amends Broderick and Paddys Policy both have potential and can fill the places.

1 BRODERICK (IRE) (37) 4-030

Br g Afﬁnisea (IRE) - Highland Breeze (IRE)

A. C. O’Keeffe

4 11-4

Sean Quinlan

Jennie Candlish, Leek

Br Mrs Rhona McCooey PRA World Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shaped well on both runs in this sphere, latterly a running-on ninth of 12 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17.2f, good to soft) 37 days ago. Open to a fair bit of progress and likely player TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 DIAMOND MIX (IRE) (12) 6-045

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Alma Mix

5 11-4

Edward Austin (5)

Mr Colin Thomas Paul Robson, Alnwick

Br Thomas O’Keeffe Prct Bloodstocks Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW No real impact in bumpers 7 months apart and similar story both starts over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 DIDNTGOTWENTY (IRE) (45) 6-400

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Brogarais (IRE)

5 11-4

Ross Chapman

Mr J. W. Hazeldean Martin Todhunter, Penrith

Br Thomas Ward Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced both starts in Irish points and well held both starts over hurdles this autumn TFRHIIII BHA-

4 FOLLOW THE LEADER (IRE) (298) P-

5 11-4

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Vinorine (FR) Sam Coltherd

Mr Anthony Ross John Wainwright, Malton

Br Patrick Cronin

TIMEFORM VIEW Sholokhov gelding Brother to fairly useful 19f hurdle winner Stranger Danger Dam, little promise over hurdles/sole start over fences, French 9f-1 1/2m winner on Flat Pulled up sole start in points (Mar 2024). TFRHIIII BHA-

PADDYS POLICY

(IRE) (30) 2-53

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Domino Dolly (IRE)

4 11-4

William Maggs (5)

Mr & Mrs WF Ainscough Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Mr Gerard Lennon Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW£45,000 buy after ﬁnishing runner-up only outing in Irish points and better for Rules debut (in bumper) when third of 11 in novice hurdle at this C&D (good to soft) on hurdles bow 30 days ago. Likely to improve TFRHHHII BHA-

6 RED CADILLAC (IRE) (15)

34P-54

Ch g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Tell The Tale (FR)

5 11-4

Conor Rabbitt (5) GREYSTOKE OWNERS II Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Br Mr Robert Norton Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORMVIEW Made the frame on both bumper outings last season but just modest form in a couple of maiden hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-

7 STRESS REACTION (IRE) (20) 20-P0

B g Califet (FR) - Boherna Lady (IRE)

4 11-4

Tom Midgley (3)

Mrs S. J. Easterby Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Mr S. Moloney & Mr H. Fowler

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole outing in point bumpers but has offered little in a Wetherby bumper and 2 maiden hurdles TFRHIIII BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

1-2-3: 1.BLACKWATER

B f Casamento (IRE) - Cuckoo’s Calling

Richard & Katherine Gilbert

Craig Nichol

Brian Ellison, Malton

Br Straightline Bloodstock Straightline (NE) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWImproved from bumper debut when runner-up at Uttoxeter/Kelso and would have made a winning hurdles debut but for conceding ﬁrst run at Newcastle last month. Can make amends. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2023: LANGTON WOLD (IRE) 4 11 4 Sam Coltherd 18-5 (Brian Ellison) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Blackwater Lilly (GB), 5-1 Broderick (IRE), 11-2 Paddys Policy (IRE), 16-1 Diamond Mix (IRE), Red Cadillac (IRE), 100-1 Follow The Leader (IRE), 200-1 Didntgotwenty (IRE), 300-1 Stress Reaction (IRE)

RACE

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

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £919,010 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 16th September to 31st December 2024.

DISABLED TOILETS/ BABY CHANGING FACILITIES

Disabled Toilets & Baby changing facilities can be found on both the ground floor & first floor of the Paxtons Stand and on the first floor in the Collins Stand.

THIRD RACE 12.50

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 77YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET WISHING YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS 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 lowered 3lb.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (52 wins from 254 runners, 20%) runs WILD GROUSE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs I’M TOO TIRED

WEIGHTWATCHER: OMAHA WISH won off a handicap mark of 99, her rating is now down 5lb to 94. LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOKELAMI trained by R L Llewellyn, Swindon, 255 miles.

I’M TOO TIRED offered something to work on when third on chase debut at Musselburgh so could be the answer in a weak race Chase/handicap debutant Wild Grouse may emerge as the biggest threat.

B g Westerner - Pistol Flash (IRE)

6 11-10

Sam Coltherd R&l McCulloch & D Crawford Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Br Eimear Mulhern Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORMVIEWEx-pointer who made a promising return/chase debut when fourth at Kelso (17.1f). That form has been well advertised since so next run at Wetherby was disappointing Still early days. TFRHHHHI BHA98

2 OMAHA WISH (FR) (15) 3-1F050 D

B m Night Wish (GER) - Chattleya (FR)

Mr M Dunlevy and Mrs H McGuinness

6 11-9

Craig Nichol

Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Br E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu Allwood Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account over fences at Fakenham (16.3f) in June. Fell next time and disappointing since, including both starts for this yard TFRHHIII BHA97

3 HOKELAMI (FR) (8) 41P-544 C

B or Br g Coastal Path - Une Brik (FR)

B Jones & Son

Br E.A.R.L. Trinquet, M & O. Trinquet

7 11-7

Sean Clarke (10)

Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

TIMEFORMVIEWBagged handicap chases at Market Rasen and here last term and better for return when fourth at Lingﬁeld Ridden too aggressively in this headgear there last week TFRHHHHI BHA95

4 FEARLESS ACTION (IRE) (15) 1552-2P BF

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

Mr G. F. White

Br Mr W. T. Murphy

8 11-4

Ross Chapman

Chris Grant, Billingham

TIMEFORM VIEWHails from a yard enjoying its best spell in a while and ran well after 10 months off when second at Carlisle, collared close home having quickened clear between last 2. However, folded tamely at Hexham 2 weeks ago when fancied to go one better so questions to answer now. Change of headgear. TFRHHHHI BHA92

I’M TOO TIRED (IRE) (28)

313P-33 C

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Ard Na Sidhe (IRE)

4 11-3

Sean Quinlan

Alan Baxter & Jennie Candlish Jennie Candlish, Leek

Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd PRA World Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Breakthrough success over hurdles came here in January. Decent third here on return and offered something to work on sent chasing at Musselburgh 4 weeks ago. TFRHHHHH BHA97

6 WILD GROUSE (IRE) (43) F/F1/55-0

B g Getaway (GER) - Come In Moscow (IRE)

Mr T. G. Leslie

Br Highfort Stud

7 11-2

William Maggs (5)

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

TIMEFORMVIEWShaped a fair bit better than the bare result in 2 runs over hurdles last term but well held at Bangor 6 weeks ago after 11 months off. Now goes chasing (Irish point winner at third attempt)/handicapping and not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA90

2023: MOORE CLOUDS (IRE) 8 11 12 Callum Bewley 5-1 (Andrew Wilson) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5. Stewards Note: FEARLESS ACTION: Following its run on 11/12/2024 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on. WILD GROUSE: Following its run on 13/11/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Fearless Action (IRE), 7-2 I’m Too Tired (IRE), 4-1 Flash du Pistolet (IRE), Hokelami (FR), 6-1 Wild Grouse (IRE), 33-1 Omaha Wish (FR)

KEY Owner Breeding

Breeder

Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

1-2-3: 1.I’M

(IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 1.25

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

THE CASINO AND SPORTS AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund

£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): B Ellison (25 wins from 134 runners, 19%) runs SIMPLY RED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 58 runners, 14%) runs HILL OF SCARRIFF

WEIGHTWATCHER: PRINCE NINO won off a handicap mark of 90, his rating is now down 13lb to 77. LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISS APPLEJACK trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 222 miles.

KNACKER TRAPPER was in a higher grade than necessary when fifth here last time and remains of interest back in calmer waters Hill of Scarriff looks the type who will improve now switched to handicaps so is feared most ahead of Miss Applejack and Achnamara.

1 SIMPLY RED (GB) (27) 6F-0000 D

6 12-0

Ch m Proconsul - Ssafa Craig Nichol Billington,MerseyRacing, Brian Ellison, Malton Br Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWAll4careervictorieshavecomeatBangor,landingabraceinsummer2023forDonaldMcCain However,struggledonFlat/overhurdles for Mark Walford earlier this year and no promise starting out for this yard at Musselburgh last month when well backed TFRHHHII BHA100

2 SPANTIK (GB) (28) 42363/-0 CD

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Syrdarya

7 12-0

Benjamin Macey (7) Mount Pleasant Racing Roger Fell, Nawton

Br Hesmonds Stud Ltd

C & C Horse Transport, OR8 Wellness

TIMEFORM VIEW Mostly below par on the Flat this year and well held on his ﬁrst hurdling start for almost 2 years at Musselburgh last month. TFRHHIII BHA100

3 MR SUNDANCER (GB) (20) 314066

B g Paco Boy (IRE) - Trumpet Lily

URSA Major Racing & Beswick Bloodstock

6 12-0

Tom Midgley (3)

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Br The Hon Mrs R. Pease Mark Walford Racing TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark over hurdles at Downpatrick (17.7f) in August prior to a good fourth at Wexford later that month. However, below par since, including both starts for this yard TFRHHIII BHA100

4 BOLLIN NEIL (GB) (15) 2P512/-0

Ch g Haafhd - Bollin Nellie

8 11-12

Mr William Easterby (3) Habton Racing club

Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/hurdles winner but hasn’t looked the force of old since returning from a long absence in September TFRHHIII BHA98

MISTER MOODLES

(GB) (17) 20-050P

B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Sherry

Mike and Eileen Newbould

6 11-10

Ross Chapman

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld

Br Mike & Eileen Newbould Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to hit top form this term, running poorly after 5 months off at Musselburgh 17 days ago. Visor on Others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA96

6 KNACKER

TRAPPER

(IRE) (30) 0-15235 D

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Present Line (IRE)

6 11-9

William Maggs (5)

Mr Dave Carter Andrew Crook, Leyburn

Br G. T. Morrow Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark over 20.4f at Southwell in May and has returned from a break in good order, placed in handicaps at this C&D and Wetherby In a higher grade than necessary here last time and can bounce back. TFRHHHHH BHA95

7 POWEROFJET (IRE) (20) 3P-0040 5 11-7

B g Jet Away - Our Dot (IRE) Sean Quinlan Murphy’s Law Partnership Martin Todhunter, Penrith

Br Ms S. Rothwell Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o who ﬁnished third only start in points and best effort over hurdles when fourth in 11-runner Carlisle maiden (17f). Well held on handicap bow here next time, however. TFRHHIII BHA93

Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

1-2-3: 1.KNACKER TRAPPER (IRE) 2.HILL OF SCARRIFF 3.MISS APPLEJACK

ACHNAMARA (GB) (27) 60/6-62P

B g Kodiac - Albamara

5 11-7

Conor Rabbitt (5)

RedHotGardogs Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Miss K. Rausing Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair handicapper on Flat who landed back-to-back 2m handicaps at Catterick/Musselburgh in July and posted best effort in this sphere when close second over C&D last month. Third quick run might have been too much for him since TFRHHHHI BHA93

9 LEADER WING

(IRE) (20) 5-1655 C

4 11-7

B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Reconsider Baby (IRE) Sam Coltherd

Mr John Coates Mr Richard Smith Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

Br J. Mangan Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWA fair bumper winner for Tom Weston but yet to match that form in this sphere, showing his ﬁrst form over hurdles when ﬁfth of 8 in novice at this C&D (soft) 20 days ago. Opening mark demands further improvement Headgear applied. TFRHHHII BHA93

HILL OF SCARRIFF

(GB) (35) 1000

Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Lush Lady (IRE)

5 10-11

Mr Ben Sutton (5)

Mr N. Sutton Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mrs S. L. Bates

Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful on sole outing in points Always behind in 3 starts over hurdles but type to do better in handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA83

11 MISS APPLEJACK (GB) (23) 6005P1 D

5 10-10

Ch m Jack Hobbs - Apple Days Lilly Pinchin

The Applejacks

Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br Mrs F. Marriott Merriebelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORMVIEWA fair bumper winner who responded well to ﬁrst-time headgear/tongue strap when off the mark over hurdles at the tenth attempt at Southwell early this month and claims with a repeat TFRHHHHI BHA82

12 PRINCE NINO (FR) (92) P-0P03P D

Ch g It’s Gino (GER) - Down On My Knees (FR)

7 10-5

Tristan Durrell (3)

Bolton Mill Racing Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

Br Marie Lapios Baudry & Sophie Lapios

TIMEFORM VIEW Form only in last 12 months when third at Perth on penultimate start. Others much more solid. TFRHHIII BHA77

13 ROBIN GOODFELLOW (IRE) (230) 30455-4

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Bergamask (USA)

5 10-2

Shane Quinlan (3)

Mr H. Burns Hugh Burns, Alnwick

Br Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden handicap hurdler who has made a respectable start for this yard but step forward needed if he’s to bag that elusive ﬁrst success. 3lb out of handicap.

14 FOSHAN (IRE) (12) P0-0BP

B g The Last Lion (IRE) - China In My Hands

TFRHHHII BHA71

5 10-2

Conner McCann (7)

Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses

Br Mr Seamus Mc Garvey

TIMEFORM VIEW Average on Flat and no form over hurdles. 6lb out of handicap.

TFRHIIII BHA68

2023: HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) 6 11 11 Emma Smith-Chaston 7-1 (Micky Hammond) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 11, 12, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 8, 11, 12, 14. Stewards Note:

ACHNAMARA: Following its run on 29/11/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Knacker Trapper (IRE), 11-2 Miss Applejack (GB), 13-2 Achnamara (GB), Hill of Scarriff (GB), 9-1 Simply Red (GB), 16-1 Robin Goodfellow (IRE), 20-1 Leader Wing (IRE), 22-1 Mister Moodles (GB), Prince Nino (FR), 25-1 Bollin Neil (GB), 33-1 Spantik (GB), Mr Sundancer (GB), Powerofjet (IRE), 150-1 Foshan (IRE)

RESULT: TIME

FIFTH RACE 2.00

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

THE FAIRLIGHT STUDIOS MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualiﬁer)

Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): B Ellison (25 wins from 134 runners, 19%) runs LE JEUNE BRESIL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs YEALAND FANCY THAT: S England won this race in 2016 and 2020. The stable runs TOM CREEN today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: KAPROYALE trained by M Comley, Naunton, 222 miles.

YEALAND stepped up on his hurdles form at the first attempt when making a winning debut in this sphere with a bit in hand at Doncaster 2 weeks ago and looks capable of defying a 4lb rise with further improvement forthcoming, Kaproyale looks on a handy mark back in a handicap so is next best ahead of the veteran The Paddy Pie.

1 YEALAND (IRE) (13) 2513-61 D

B g Shirocco (GER) - Jane Hall (IRE)

Mr P. And Mrs G. A. Clarke

5 12-0

Sean Quinlan

Jennie Candlish, Leek

Br Ms A. J. Fox PRA World Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Won 2 of his 7 starts (at up to 20.3f) last season and all the better for return when making a winning chase bow at Doncaster 2 weeks ago with a bit in hand Can defy a 4lb rise TFRHHHHH BHA115

2 KAPROYALE (GB) (209) 11215-1

Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - As You Leave (FR)

The Galloping Dentist at 45 The Green

Br E. M. Peck & Sons

9 12-0

Mr James King (3)

Max Comley, Naunton

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner in hunters last season and resumed winning ways in similar event at Stratford when last seen in May. Looks on a nice mark back in a handicap for new trainer TFRHHHHI BHA115

3 HERITIER (FR) (15) 2B-4614 D 7 11-10

B g Fuisse (FR) - Toscane (FR)

URSA, Pollitt, Ellerby & Partner

Br Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil

Sam Coltherd

Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

Adra Projects Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways in 19f Carlisle handicap and not disgraced when fourth off the same mark there 10 days later Respected back in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA111

4 FETE CHAMPETRE (IRE) (309) 3/03/514- 9 11-9

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - John’s Eliza (IRE)

Edward Austin (5)

Mr & Mrs Duncan Davidson Paul Robson, Alnwick

Br Mr Emlyn Patterson

TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t stood much racing in recent seasons but he won at Musselburgh around this time last year Not in same form at Doncaster in February on only run since (ﬁnal start for Rose Dobbin). TFRHHIII BHA110

5 GANDHI MAKER (FR) (26) 2312-PU CD 8 11-8

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

Mr Robert Moncur

Ross Chapman

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld

Br Mme M. J. Augereau & Mr R. Terriere Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner in January (ﬁnal start for Stuart Coltherd). Just as good when second at Hexham for Phil Kirby in April but ran poorly back here in May and tailed off when unseated rider 2 out on yard debut/return at Newcastle last month. TFRHIIII BHA109

6 LE JEUNE BRESIL (GB) (236) 1/F3PP-5

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Lady de La Vega (FR)

7 11-8

Craig Nichol

Mr Keith Brown Brian Ellison, Malton

Br Yorton Farm Stud Tote

TIMEFORM VIEWImposing sort who got off the mark in Irish points at the second attempt. Shaped with plenty of encouragement on his second hurdles start at Wetherby Well held since but type to make a better chaser Off 7 months Makes handicap/chase debut TFRHHHII BHA109

7 TOM CREEN (IRE) (30) 323-434 CD 9 11-3

B g Yeats (IRE) - Casiana (GER)

Tom Midgley (3) Racing To Proﬁt Syndicate & Partners

Sam England, Guiseley

Br Kildare Racing Syndicate Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner here last season and good efforts in defeat back at this course this term Should be in the mix again. TFRHHHII BHA104

1-2-3:

8

THE PADDY PIE (IRE) (20) 4-P52U1 C D 11 10-2

B g Beneﬁcial - Salsita (FR)

William Maggs (5)

Exors of the late Mr John Wade Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley Br Patrick McElroy Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in the betting when belatedly taking advantage of his much-reduced mark here 3 weeks ago and 5lb rise not insurmountable TFRHHHII BHA89

2023: DUO D’ENFER (FR) 10 11 4 Emma Smith-Chaston 7-2 (Micky Hammond) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 7. Stewards Note: LE JEUNE BRESIL: Following its run on 4/5/2024 it was reported that the horse did not jump ﬂuently.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Yealand (IRE), 9-2 Kaproyale (GB), The Paddy Pie (IRE), 7-1 Heritier (FR), Tom Creen (IRE), 10-1 Le Jeune Bresil (GB), 22-1 Fete Champetre (IRE), 33-1 Gandhi Maker (FR)

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KEMPTON PARK 2.30 3m

THE LADBROKES KING

GEORGE VI STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £260050 Owners Prize Money 1st £113330, 2nd £46523, 3rd £23274, 4th £11624, 5th £5825, 6th £2913. (Penalty Value £148098.47)

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age st-lb

1 BANBRIDGE (IRE) (18) 1/10-14U C 8 11-10

Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Old Carton Lass (IRE) P. Townend J

O Mr R. A. Bartlett

Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T

B Dan McSorley Albert Bartlett S

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed2mGrade1atPunchestowninApril.Disappointingwhenwell-heldfourthonNavanreturninNovemberbutintheprocessofproducingacareer bestwhenunseatingatthelastin2mCorkGrade218daysago,keepingoninclosesecondbehindEnergumeneatthetime.Playerifhisstaminaholds. TFRHHHHI BHA165

2 BRAVEMANSGAME (FR) (33) 2256-23 CD 9 11-10

Br B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Geniﬁque (FR)

Harry Cobden J

O Bryan Drew Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Dr Vet M. Guiot & Dr Vet B. Stoffel Morson Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Wonthisin2022andsecondlastyear NotatbestwhenbehindsomeoftheserivalsinCharlieHallatWetherbyandBetfairChaseatHaydockthis seasonbutagoodC&Drecord(alsowontheKautoStar)makeshimadangerousonetodiscount Theﬁrst-timeblinkerswornatHaydockareretained. TFRHHHII BHA159

3 CORBETTS CROSS (IRE) (59)

12F13-2 D 7 11-10

Br Ch g Gamut (IRE) - Annagh Hill Lady (IRE)

Mr Derek O’Connor J

O Mr John P. McManus Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr G Murphy

TIMEFORMVIEW High-classchaserwholandedNationalHuntChaseatCheltenhaminMarchbeforeaﬁnethirdof7toGerriColombe in Bowl Chase at Aintree (25f, soft) the following month. Made a satisfactory return to action at Wexford in October TFRHHHII BHA165

4 ENVOI ALLEN (FR) (54) 4/3224-1 D

Br B g Muhtathir - Reaction (FR)

O Cheveley Park Stud

B Mr Bruno Vagne

10 11-10

Rachael Blackmore J

Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

Cheveley Park Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time Cheltenham Festival winner Drew a blank last season but back to winning ways when seeing off Hewick by 1/2 length in 3m Down Royal Grade 1 on reappearance. Thereabouts. TFRHHHHI BHA164

5 GENERAL EN CHEF (FR) (26) 11-3134 8 11-10

Br B g Martaline - Sortie de Secours (FR)

O Andy Peake & Haras De St Voir

B Haras De Saint-Voir

Benjamin Gelhay J

N. George & A. Zetterholm, France T

TIMEFORM VIEW SmartFrenchchaserwhowasafinethirdintheGrandSteeple-ChasedeParisatAuteuilinMay Ranwellonformbutdidn’tfindmuchafter travellingbestwhenfourthintheCoralGoldCupatNewburylasttime.Hasafirst-timecheekpiecesandrefittedhoodcombinationtriedafterthat TFRHHIII BHA148

6

GREY

DAWNING

(IRE) (33) 12113-2 C D BF 7 11-10

Br Gr g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Lady Wagtail (IRE)

O Mr Robert Kirkland

B Grange Stud

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S TIMEFORMVIEW Tookreallywelltofenceslastterm,includingwinningGrade1atCheltenham.Good2lengthssecondtoRoyalePagailleinBetfairChaseatHaydock(25.5f, heavy)onreappearance33daysago,outstayedaftertravellingbest Thereareevenbiggerperformancesinthis7-y-owhoisunexposedat3m. TFRHHHHI BHA165

7 IL EST FRANCAIS (FR) (39) 1115-1P CD 6 11-10

Br B g Karaktar (IRE) - Millesimee (FR)

James Reveley J

O Kelvin-Hughes & Haras De St Voir N. George & A. Zetterholm, France T

B Haras de Saint-Voit

TIMEFORMVIEW Lookedverygoodwithadominantfront-runningdisplayintheKautoStaronthiscardlastyear Backtothatlevelwithasparklingreappearance winatAuteuilinSeptemberbutpulledupinaGroup1backthere7weekslater(reportedtohavesufferedapulmonaryhaemorrhage). TFRHHHII BHA156

8 JUNTOS GANAMOS (FR) (39) U11-U13 5 11-10

Br B g Martaline - Usted Me Cara (FR) Felix de Giles J

O Mr Alain Jathiere D. Cottin, France T

B Magalen O Bryant

TIMEFORMVIEW RacedsolelyatAuteuilonsoft/heavyground,winning8ofhis9completedstartsoverfences,includingGroup3inOctober Betterthanresultwhen 11lengthsthirdtoGranDioseinGroup1lasttime,losinggroundaftermistake5outbutunabletosustainrenewedeffortonrun-in.Shouldstay3m. TFRHHIII BHA152

9 L’HOMME PRESSE (FR) (286) 3/1U/124- D 9 11-10

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Romance Turgot (FR) Charlie Deutsch J

O Dfa Racing (Pink,Edwards & Sharman) Venetia Williams, Hereford T

B Mr Bernard Camp Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Top-classchaserwhohadjustbeenheadedwhenunseatingatthelastinthisrace2yearsago.Didenoughtothinkheretainsallhisabilityback fromanabsenceearlythisyear,includingfourthintheCheltenhamGoldCup.Hisyard’sgoodformisaplusbutleft-handedtracksseemtosuitbetter TFRHHHII BHA167

10

SPILLANE’S TOWER (IRE) (32) 1121-12

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - In The Habit (IRE)

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mrs Noreen McManus

6 11-10

Mark Walsh J

James Joseph Mangan, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW WonapairofGrade1novicechasesinthespring,includingover3m.Improvedagainwhen1/2-lengthsecondof8toFactToFileinaverystrong renewaloftheJohnDurkanon21/2mPunchestownreappearance32daysago.Shouldhaveevenmoretoofferbackat3m.Leadingclaims. TFRHHHHH BHA165

11

THE REAL WHACKER (IRE) (54) 42P5-U1 D 8 11-10

Br B g Mahler - Credit Box (IRE)

O Neville, Mann, Duffus, Dennis-Price

B Mrs B. Keane

Gavin Sheehan J

Patrick Neville, Leyburn T

Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Came up short at the top table last season (including 10 lengths fourth in this) but back to his best when making all in the Charlie Hall at Wetherby (3m, good) 54 days ago. Will ﬁnd this harder to dominate. TFRHHIII BHA159

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2023: HEWICK (IRE) 8 11 10 Gavin Sheehan 12-1 (John Joseph Hanlon) 6 ran

Hood worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Spillane’s Tower (IRE), 5-1 Grey Dawning (IRE), 7-1 Banbridge (IRE), Il Est Francais (FR), 9-1 Envoi Allen (FR), 12-1 Corbetts Cross (IRE), 16-1 L’homme Presse (FR), 25-1 Bravemansgame (FR), 28-1 Juntos Ganamos (FR), 33-1 The Real Whacker (IRE), 150-1 General En Chef (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

SPILLANE’S TOWER made a very encouraging return to action in the John Durkan and looks the way to go with further progress likely now back at 3m. Banbridge was giving Energumene a race when unseating at the last at Cork 18 days ago and, with ground conditions likely to be ideal for him, could give the selection most do if his stamina holds now tackling 3m for only the second time in his career Betfair Chase runner-up Grey Dawning looks best of the British.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SPILLANE’S TOWER (IRE) 2.BANBRIDGE (IRE) 3.GREY DAWNING (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 2.35

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

THE BEST RACING ODDS AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualiﬁer)

Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): B Ellison (25 wins from 134 runners, 19%) runs SALSADA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs MATCHLESS

WEIGHTWATCHER: ROMEO BROWN won off a handicap mark of 124, his rating is now down 18lb to 106. LONGEST TRAVELLER: MATCHLESS trained by J Candlish, Leek, 137 miles.

This can go to SALSADA who travelled powerfully when scoring over C&D in similar conditions 30 days ago, and judging by the manner of her victory, a 7lb rise may not be enough to stop her Foster’s Fortune is a standout danger. He loves it here and should relish the step up in trip, although his latest win did come on ground much slower than he will encounter today. It would not be a surprise to see C&D winner Harper Valley run well either

SALSADA (IRE) (30) U662P1 CD

Ch m Mukhadram - Mokaraba

Brian Ellison Racing Club

Br Tinnakill Bloodstock

7 12-1

Craig Nichol

Brian Ellison, Malton

Brian Ellison Racing Limited TIMEFORMVIEWUseful Flatwinner whowentclosein ahandicaphurdle atHexham (16.2f,good) inOctober.Has anin-and-out proﬁle andran nosortof arace atWetherby next time, but then followed that up with victory over C&D in this grade (won easy and second has won since). Capable if on another going day. TFRHHHHH BHA121

2 MATCHLESS (IRE) (29) 64-4214

B g Galileo (IRE) - Bye Bye Birdie (IRE)

Mrs Ros Marriott

6 11-13

Sean Quinlan

Jennie Candlish, Leek

Br Coolmore Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhurdlerwhodidn’tneedtobeanywherenearthatleveltolandtheoddsin4-runnerselleratPlumpton(15.9f,good)lastmonth.Facedtougher assignment back in handicap company under penalty when fourth of 6 at Wetherby (19.5f, soft) 29 days ago and bit to ﬁnd in new headgear TFRHHHII BHA119

3 HARPER VALLEY (IRE) (30)

30-5323 CD BF

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Queen of Cool (IRE)

Exors of the late Mr John Wade

7 11-9

Ross Chapman

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld

Br Mrs Claire Doyle Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEWThree hurdles victories (one at this course) and nearly added fourth in a ﬁrst-time visor at Kelso last month. Up 3lb for that (visor retained) and gave his running when third to Salsada here 30 days ago (took keen hold, stumbled on home bend, one pace late on). Third in this last year TFRHHHHI BHA115

4 FOSTER’S FORTUNE (GB) (20) 4-12321 C

B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Mrs Eff

5 11-4

Conor Rabbitt (5)

Chasing the dream Chris Grant, Billingham

Br T. C. Dawson www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedgreatlyfortheswitchintohandicaps,openinghisaccountatthisvenueinMay(hasmadetheframeinallfourstartshere)andscoring 20 days ago (17f, soft) decisively That was a career-best performance and it’s unlikely to be the ceiling of his ability now up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA110

5 PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL (IRE)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Chilly Filly (IRE)

URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner

(17) P60-421 C 7 11-3

Tom Midgley (3)

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Br Dan Gilbert Adra Projects Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Sole hurdle success was gained in a maiden over 3 years ago but followed up second behind Salsada by making all (having got ﬁrst run) in a 0-105 handicap at Musselburgh (24f). Clearly in good heart but this is a tougher race TFRHHHII BHA109

6 ROMEO BROWN (GB) (26) 5PP-000 D

Br g Yeats (IRE) - Santia

10 11-0

William Maggs (5) McGoldrick Racing Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley

Br R. W. Russell Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWLong time without a win and hasn’t ﬁred yet this season (last seen with seventh of 8 at Doncaster 26 days ago), so others are more persuasive, although does have headgear re-ﬁtted and talented conditional jockey taking over. TFRHHIII BHA106

2023: MOTHILL (IRE) 5 12 0 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 9-4 (Neil Mulholland) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Salsada (IRE), Foster’s Fortune (GB), 4-1 Harper Valley (IRE), 13-2 Punxsutawney Phil (IRE), 10-1 Matchless (IRE), 16-1 Romeo Brown (GB)

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SEVENTH RACE 3.10

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

THE GARY WOOD MEMORIAL MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M Hammond (29 wins from 253 runners, 11%) runs CHICA PRINCESA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 58 runners, 14%) runs LADY KLUCK

LONGEST TRAVELLER: KINGSTON QUEEN trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 319 miles.

KINGSTON QUEEN can make it third time lucky under Rules, following two encouraging efforts since joining this yard. Both Lady Kluck and Arctic Duchess have made the running and could set this race up for the selection, the former is respected having already scored over C&D, while the latter can build on a pleasing debut

1 LADY KLUCK (IRE) (20) 131 CD

B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dream Function (IRE)

Craig & Laura Buckingham

4 11-9

Tristan Durrell (3)

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br B&O Cloney Headﬁeld Farm Ltd Manor Farm Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW£75,000 4-y-o, WalkInThe Park ﬁlly.Half-sister to2winners,including fair hurdler/chaser Shirocco’s Dream Wonsole start in Irishpoints andran wellon bumper debut in October when set a lot to do Progressed when winning over C&D 20 days ago (soft) and should go well again under penalty TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 ARCTIC DUCHESS (IRE) (45) 5

B f Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Duchessofthehall (IRE)

Mr Ian J. Herbert

4 11-2

Sam Coltherd

Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

Br James Hannon Bell Rural Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Arctic Cosmos filly Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/very smart chaser (stayed 3m) Pairofbrowneyes. Showed some ability on Rules debut, leading and enjoying run of race before finishing fifth of 10 at Carlisle last month. Entitled to build on that TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 BLAKELEY RISE (GB) (-)

Ch f Sixties Icon - Fellini

4 11-2

William Maggs (5)

Mr Derrick Mossop Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Mickley Stud & Derrick Mossop Jacksons Timber Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Second foal: dam, placed in points, half-sister to fair hurdle winner/smart chaser (stayed 29f) Soll. Tough ask on debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 CHICA PRINCESA (IRE) (-)

B f Wings of Eagles (FR) - Princess Susan (IRE)

4 11-2

Craig Nichol

Distillery Stud Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Aidan Aherne Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Wings of Eagles ﬁlly Half-sister to bumper winner Northern Belle Should have enough speed, so worth a market check TFRHHIII BHA-

5 DOTINTHEDISTANCE (GB) (-)

Gr f Shirocco (GER) - Rakavilee (IRE)

Alastair and Rachel Bell

Br Graeme Robertson

4 11-2

Edward Austin (5)

Paul Robson, Alnwick

TIMEFORMVIEWFirst foal: dam, dual winning pointer, sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Cool Mission (who was third in a bumper on debut), and half-sister to several winners, including fair 2m hurdler Sea Mark. TFRHHIII BHA-

6 HANNIGAN’S POWER (IRE) (-)

B m Milan - Kitty Power (IRE)

5 11-2

Ross Chapman

The supreme partnership & Miss G Boanas Gillian Boanas, Saltburn

Br Mrs M. Curran

TIMEFORMVIEWMilan mare Dam, poor maiden hurdler, sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m-2 3/4m winner) Leave At Dawn out of hurdle/chase winner up to 2 1/2m Hannigan’s Lodger Unlikely to trouble market principals on ﬁrst outing TFRHHIII BHA-

7 KINGSTON QUEEN (IRE) (24) 1-32 4 11-2

Gr f Kingston Hill - Competitive Affair (IRE) Gearoid Harney (7) The Kingstonians David Pipe, Wellington

Br Jimmy Lawler W & S Recycling TIMEFORMVIEWFillybyKingstonHillwhocost£80,000as4-y-o.Damunracedsistertofairlyusefulhurdler/chaser(stayed21f)CompetitiveEdge

and ran third in a Chepstow bumper

1-2-3: 1.KINGSTON QUEEN (IRE) 2.LADY KLUCK (IRE) 3.ARCTIC DUCHESS (IRE)

8 LA ZOUBIDA (FR) (-)

B f Authorized (IRE) - Titi Jolie (FR)

4 11-2

Sean Quinlan Fine Claret Racing

Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Br Dr V. Roger-Yves Simon et al Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost €70,000 as 3-y-o and is half-sister to French Listed hurdler (15f-19f winner)

Mister Emily. Yard in great form and is one to monitor for any market support on debut TFRHHHII BHA-

2023: SAGONIGE 4 11 2 Callum Bewley 9-1 (Ruth Jefferson) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Kingston Queen (IRE), 9-2 Lady Kluck (IRE), 6-1 La Zoubida (FR), 9-1 Arctic Duchess (IRE), 16-1 Dotinthedistance (GB), 22-1 Chica Princesa (IRE), 25-1 Hannigan’s Power (IRE), 28-1 Blakeley Rise (GB)

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THE GARY WOOD MEMORIAL RACE

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 11.45 - THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 12 entries at £38. - Closed December 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 12.20 - THE CASTLE

CONSTRUCTION NORTH

EAST LTD EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a flat race. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 8th, 2025. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 13 entries at £38. - Closed December 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)

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Third Race 12.50 - THE VICKERS.BET WISHING YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 7 entries at £30. - Closed December 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights lowered 3lb.

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Fourth Race 1.25 - THE CASINO AND SPORTS AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 20th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best turned out horse. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 22 entries at £30. - Closed December 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 2.00 - THE FAIRLIGHT STUDIOS MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, 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 Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 23rd March, 2025. 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 Monet’s Garden Series qualifier Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 14 entries at £44. - Closed December 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

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Sixth Race 2.35 - THE BEST RACING ODDS AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, 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 22nd March, 2025. 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 Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 16 entries at £38. - Closed December 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

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Seventh Race 3.10 - THE GARY WOOD MEMORIAL MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (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 and ﬁve 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, December 20th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 23rd. Weights: 11st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. 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). Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on December 23rd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on December 23rd. 14 entries at £22. - Closed December 20th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)

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Sedgefield Racecard - Thursday 26th December

Welcome to Sedgefield Racecourse.

RACEDAY TEAM

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

INFORMATION

Abandonment

Admission - Conditions Of Entry

Health & Safety Notice

Public Safety

Public Evacuation Procedure

SPONSORS

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF GARY WOOD

FIRST RACE 11.45

THE

THE VICKERS.BET

NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

BARS

HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT SEDGEFIELD RACECOURSE

A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS

SECOND RACE 12.20

PADDYS POLICY

6 RED CADILLAC (IRE) (15)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

DISABLED TOILETS/ BABY CHANGING FACILITIES

THIRD RACE 12.50

THE VICKERS.BET WISHING YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

I’M TOO TIRED (IRE) (28)

7 11-2

TICKETS

FOURTH RACE 1.25

THE CASINO AND SPORTS AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

MISTER MOODLES

TRAPPER

9 LEADER WING

HILL OF SCARRIFF

FIFTH RACE 2.00

8

LOST CHILDREN

RACE SPONSORSHIP

GEORGE VI STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

3 CORBETTS CROSS (IRE) (59)

6

DAWNING

10

11

SEDGEFIELD RACECOURSE DRUGS POLICY

PHOTOGRAPHY

SIXTH RACE 2.35

THE BEST RACING ODDS AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

SALSADA (IRE) (30) U662P1 CD

3 HARPER VALLEY (IRE) (30)

4 FOSTER’S FORTUNE (GB) (20) 4-12321 C

(17) P60-421 C 7 11-3

6 ROMEO BROWN (GB) (26) 5PP-000 D

10 11-0

SEVENTH RACE 3.10

2 ARCTIC DUCHESS (IRE) (45) 5

3 BLAKELEY RISE (GB) (-)

4 CHICA PRINCESA (IRE) (-)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

DOGS

DISCOVER BRITISH RACING’S

THE GARY WOOD MEMORIAL RACE

RACE CONDITIONS

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