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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
No. of days since last ran
horse’s name birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
form guide previous performances /=new season -=new year
Bold type shows point-to-point form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
3 CHAMP (IRE) (30) 3/135-45 CD
B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - China Sky (IRE)
age weight st-lbs
12 11-10
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Philip and Mrs Jane Myerscough
TIMEFORM VIEW Very talented hurdler/chaser in his prime (won the Sefton over C&D in 2019) but comfortably held in Long Walk Hurdle and Cleeve Hurdle both starts this season First-time cheekpieces. TFR BHA156
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: S Br
Selected to win the race
Good chance of being placed
By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.
Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance.
OFFICI A L BH A R ATINGS E X PL AINED
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 non-handicaps 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.
FIRST RACE 1.35
ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 60YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DOWNLOAD THE RACING APP NOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S England (12 wins from 64 runners, 19%) runs BIG BEE HIVE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mr M T Walford (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs THE SKIFFLE KING LONGEST TRAVELLER: ILLOGICAL LOGIC trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 190 miles.
ILLOGICAL LOGIC is taken to finally break his duck having been beaten just over a length in a better race that this at Doncaster last month. Ali Star Bert might not be so consistent as he used to be but it’s hard to crab his record at this venue so he rates the main threat.
1 ALI STAR BERT (GB) (14) 52P2P3 CD
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Clumber Pursuits
Mr S. A. Harris
Br Mr Wilf Hobson
9 12-0
Jack Quinlan
Shaun Harris, Worksop
TIMEFORMVIEWTwo of his 3 wins last season came over this C&D and confirmed his effectiveness around here with 3 good placed efforts this season (below par elsewhere this term). Should go well again. TFR####! BHA100
2 HOW AND EVER (IRE) (27) 031P-PP
B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Whowhatwherewhen (IRE)
The Waterberry Partnership
7 11-13
Gavin Sheehan
Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Br Neil R. Tector Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o who made a successful handicap bow over hurdles at Fontwell (21.8f, heavy) a year ago. Pulled up all 3 starts since, however, including both starts over fences this term TFR###!! BHA99
3 PEARL ISLAND (GB) (25) 5-53P14 D
B g Dartmouth - Pearlita
6 11-9
Stan Sheppard The Glazeley Partnership 3
Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br W. P. Jenks Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden over hurdles but improved with first-time blinkers enlisted when striking at the second attempt in this sphere at Uttoxeter (3m, heavy) Not in same form at Huntingdon since, however, and needs to bounce back. TFR###!! BHA95
4 BIG BEE HIVE (IRE) (26) 2P45P4 C
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Matinee Time (IRE)
Mr R. J. Hewitt
8 11-9
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Miss Carmel Whelan Golden Sunset Holidays, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won here and Cartmel in the spring Arrives here on the back of 2 poor efforts but is back on a winning mark now Usual headgear left off. TFR###!! BHA95
5 KAPAMAZOV (GB) (25) 350663
8 11-1
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Miss Poli Ben Poste Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd
James Evans, Kinnersley
Br M. J. Tuckey Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden over hurdles and has run to a similar level all 5 starts over fences, tried in headgear when remote third at Huntingdon latest Others preferred. TFR###!! BHA87
6 ILLOGICAL LOGIC (FR) (24) 655234
Ch g Coastal Path - Vierge Sainte (FR)
7 11-0
Jack Tudor
Trembath Nisbet Hughes Wright Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler/chaser who arrives in good nick, not beaten far in a better race than this at Doncaster last time. Can make his presence felt once more. TFR##### BHA86
7 ARCHIE
BROWN
(IRE) (17) 1/P/4/6-P4 D 11 11-0
B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Pure Beautiful (IRE)
Joe Williamson (3) Hogarth Racing Henry Hogarth, Stillington
Br K. A. Cullen Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW
Landed a 3m Market Rasen handicap chase in February 2021 but seen out just 5 times since, well below form each time. Of minimal interest these days. TFR##!!! BHA86
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
8
BOLEYN BOY (IRE) (47) 31F-004
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Fuchsia Delight (IRE)
7 10-13
Harry Bannister
Mr D P Walsh & Mr A Barry Ben Case, Banbury
Br Frank Moynihan
David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWModest winning hurdler (at 25f) but not matched that level over fences this winter. Mark is easing all the time but he needs to show more before becoming of interest Headgear applied. TFR###!! BHA85
9
THE SKIFFLE KING (IRE) (428) 013P0/1- C 9 10-8
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Joe’s Dream Catch (IRE)
Mr Martin Tucker
Br Declan Daly
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Reflex Courier Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSole win over hurdles came here and just held off Ali Star Bert to make a winning chase debut here (25.8f, soft) in December 2023 Off since and has left Charles & Adam Pogson Market should reveal expectations. TFR###!! BHA80
10 MIAMI JIM (IRE) (133) U/P-500P
B g Mahler - Peppardstown (IRE)
Mrs Rosemary Gasson
7 10-3
Charlie Hammond
Rosemary Gasson, Banbury
Br R. Guiry Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete in a couple of points and shaped with little promise in a trio of maiden hurdles/handicap chase bow. TFR#!!!! BHA75
2024: WILLIAM EWART (IRE) 7 10 9 Nick Scholfield 7-4 (Christian Williams) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10. Stewards Note:
MIAMI JIM: Following its run on 7/10/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Ali Star Bert (GB), 7-2 Illogical Logic (FR), 8-1 Pearl Island (GB), 17-2 The Skiffle King (IRE), 10-1 Big Bee Hive (IRE), 12-1 How And Ever (IRE), 14-1 Kapamazov (GB), Boleyn Boy (IRE), 33-1 Archie Brown (IRE), 50-1 Miami Jim (IRE)
SECOND RACE 2.05
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GRACE AND DOTTY FEDORA’S AND FEATHERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8900 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (36 wins from 189 runners, 19%) runs DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (9 wins from 51 runners, 18%) runs DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: FEVER DREAM trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 190 miles.
SALT ROCK has made an encouraging start to his chasing career, jumping accurately and well on top at the finish when scoring at Hereford last time, and he can continue his progress to make it 3 from 3 in this sphere. Immortal Fame also arrives bidding for a hat-trick and is feared most, ahead of Kayce Dutton.
1 SALT ROCK (GB) (24) 0/3-5311 D
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Saltbarrow
7 12-1
Tom Bellamy
Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Br R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed promise in 3 starts over hurdles. Quickly sent chasing, made a successful handicap debut at Hereford (16f) in December and followed up at Doncaster (19.1f, good to soft) last month, form which has been boosted since Leading contender TFR##### BHA121
2 OSTEND (IRE) (59) 21/50-0P
B g Marcel (IRE) - Mahaatheer (IRE)
Jamie Rock, A Lewis, M Howell & Partner
7 11-11
Jonathan Burke
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Framont Ltd J J Rocke General Builders Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden hurdle winner for Peter Croke in Ireland and wasn’t disgraced in an Ascot handicap on debut for new yard a year ago. After 9 months off, mid-field at Bangor (20.3f, soft) on chase debut in November, but took a backward step at Uttoxeter last time. TFR##!!! BHA117
3
IMMORTAL FAME (IRE) (23) 12-P211 D
B g Fame And Glory - Calverleigh Court (IRE)
Knowle Racing Stables Limited
9 11-11
Cameron Iles (7)
Deborah Cole, Solihull
Br Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited Lewisham Developments Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWMultiple winner over hurdles for Tom Lacey and, on second start for current yard, opened chase account at Ayr in November Built on that effort when also scoring at Uttoxeter (20f, soft) 23 days ago, showing a good attitude, and he can make another bold bid TFR####! BHA117
4 WILLIAM CODY (GB) (51) 12-4146 D
8 11-10
B g Westerner - Wistow Paul O’Brien
Mr Martyn Royston Davis
Br Mrs P. M. Sly
Pam Sly, Peterborough
Pam Sly Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWTook advantage of a drop back in grade when successful at Huntingdon (19.9f) in November However, hasn’t been able to repeat that effort in 2 subsequent outings, well held at Leicester (20.1f, soft) when last seen 51 days ago. TFR##!!! BHA116
5 KAITUNA RIVER (IRE) (46) 6/31-324
8 11-7
B g Ask - Kaituna (IRE) Kielan Woods
Money Down The River Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br I. Geraghty Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner and fair winning hurdler who matched that level on chase debut when runner-up in handicap at this C&D in December Wasn’t in the same form last time, though, fourth of 5 at Huntingdon (23.6f, soft) 46 days ago. Needs to get back on the up TFR##!!! BHA113
6 DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN (GB) (35) 311-3P4 8 11-7
B g Martaline - Knar Mardy Harry Skelton
Mr Robert Kirkland
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Exors of the Late Michael Lysaght Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEWScored in the mud on final 2 starts last season and creditable third at Newton Abbot (21f) on return. However, pulled up next time and promised more than he delivered when fourth of 7 at Exeter (17.5f, heavy) last time Cheekpieces now reached for. TFR###!! BHA113
7 KAYCE DUTTON (IRE) (25) 14-6522 7 10-11
B g Ocovango - Case Hardened (IRE) Richard Patrick John Lawson & Charles Pogson Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
Br Springmount Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEWHurdles winner for Margaret Mullins and best effort for present connections when runner-up in handicap at Huntingdon (19.7f) on second chase start. Again ran well when second at the same course (16.5f, soft) 25 days ago and he could be thereabouts. TFR####! BHA103
1-2-3: 1.SALT ROCK 2.IMMORTAL FAME (IRE) 3.KAYCE DUTTON (IRE)
8
MILITAIRE (GB) (24) 2334/-P4
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - La Dame Brune (FR)
Jim and Claire Limited
Br R. D. & J. S. Chugg & Millhouse Stud
8 10-11
James Bowen
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWFair maiden hurdler who was prominent in the betting after almost 2 years off (had wind surgery) but pulled up at Lingfield in December
Merely closed up late when fourth of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (19.1f, good to soft) on chase debut, but he could yet do better TFR###!! BHA103
9 FEVER DREAM (IRE) (14) 5P4035
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - O What A Girl (IRE)
Bedford & Noel & The Can’t Say no
7 10-6
Jack Tudor
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br John O’Donovan Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner over hurdles at Perth (23.9f) last summer and shaped well in defeat next 2 outings Built for chasing but hasn’t gone on as hoped over fences so far, never a threat when fifth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (soft) a fortnight ago. More needed. TFR##!!! BHA98
2024: IMPERIAL BEDE (FR) 6 11 11 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 15-8 (Jonjo O’Neill) 4 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 9.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Stewards Note:
KAITUNA RIVER: Following its run on 2/1/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Salt Rock (GB), 7-2 Immortal Fame (IRE), 11-2 Kayce Dutton (IRE), 10-1 Doyouknowwhatimean (GB), 14-1 Kaituna River (IRE), Militaire (GB), 16-1 William Cody (GB), 18-1 Ostend (IRE), Fever Dream (IRE)
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THIRD RACE 2.35
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
THE JOIN SOUTHWELL GOLF CLUB OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (36 wins from 189 runners, 19%) runs IN THE AGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (9 wins from 51 runners, 18%) runs IN THE AGE LONGEST TRAVELLER: UNJEU ROYAL trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 139 miles.
Previous winners IN THE AGE and Nazare may be the pair to focus on, with narrow preference for the latter on the back of his C&D debut success in January. Best of the rest is Top Jimmy, who went off favourite on his debut in November.
1 IN
THE
AGE (FR) (63) 1-1 CD
B or Br g Saint des Saints (FR) - Vintage (FR)
Nick & Bo Wilson
5 11-9
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Haras Du Hoguenet & Mr Gilles Le Baron Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEW £100,000 Irish point recruit who made a winning start for new connections in a C&D bumper in December Likely to make a bold bid to defy the penalty with improvement on the cards. TFR##### BHA-
2 NAZARE (FR) (46) 21 D
B g Masterstroke (USA) - Caritas
5 11-9
Mr Alex Chadwick (5)
Nazare Racing James Owen, Newmarket
Br Dr V. Ana Sofia Dias Trindade & Tim Lane racehorse-ownership.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Second on C&D debut in December before going one better at Huntingdon at the turn of the year Should go well again TFR####! BHA-
3 BARRY FIFE (IRE) (16) 3-25
Ch g Mahler - Champagne Mega (IRE)
You Can Be Sure
6 11-2
Jack Hogan (3)
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Catherine & Simon O’Meara Horserace Totalisator Board T/A Totesport, Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 buy after placing in both Irish points. 13/2, showed a bit when fifth of 9 in Wetherby bumper for new connections 16 days ago. May do better TFR###!! BHA-
4 CUILLIN RIDGE (GB) (68) 0
Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Speed Bonnie Boat
5 11-2
Sam Twiston-Davies The Eternal Optimists 2 Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br H. D. J. Daly Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful pedigree but no short-term promise on Hereford debut in December. TFR##!!! BHA-
5 HAIRY POTTER (IRE) (48) 5
B g Kayf Tara - Hannah’s Princess (IRE)
Jopla Racing
Br Swanee River Partnership
5 11-2
Jack Quinlan
Ben Case, Banbury
David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, needed the experience when fifth of 12 on Warwick debut at the end of December Will need to step up on that form to get heavily involved here TFR##!!! BHA-
6 TOP JIMMY (GB) (82) 4 BF
B g Kayf Tara - Isla Fernandos (IRE)
Graham and Alison Jelley
5 11-2
Jonathan Burke
Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Graham and Alison Jelley Jelson Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWFrom a stable which does well in bumpers and offered something to work on when fourth of 8 on his Market Rasen debut in November, the fact he went off a 15/8 favourite suggesting even better was expected It’ll be interesting to see whether his supporters’ return. TFR###!! BHA-
7 UNJEU ROYAL (FR) (-) 4 10-4
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Une Voix Royale (FR) Stan Sheppard Plumbing World Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Scea de La Petite Garde Plumbing World
TIMEFORM VIEW €52,000 Jeu St Eloi gelding Half-brother to French chasers Koriste and Gue du Loup Dam French hurdler/ chaser (17f -21f winner) The Lacey yard has had a few winners over the years but is 0-10 this season TFR##!!! BHA-
Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
1-2-3: 1.IN THE AGE (FR) 2.NAZARE (FR) 3.TOP JIMMY
FOURTH RACE 3.05
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 182YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE PLAY AT THE RACES STABLEDUEL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
(GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) 2 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (36 wins from 189 runners, 19%) runs BEAU QUALI AND THICKTHORN TOM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (9 wins from 51 runners, 18%) runs BEAU QUALI AND THICKTHORN TOM LONGEST TRAVELLER: YOU MOVED ON & SNITTERFIELD trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 155 miles.
WOLF MOON shaped well when a debut second at Huntingdon last month and with that form having been franked since Ben Pauling’s son of Pether’s Moon is fancied to go one better. Beau Quali also has better days ahead of him and appeals as the main danger, although Buckna and Absolutely Doyen also have the form to play a part in a fairly useful maiden.
colours no horse age st lb
1 ABSOLUTELY DOYEN (IRE) (10) 434-F22
B g Doyen (IRE) - Duffys Present (IRE)
5 11-7
Jonathan Burke
Ian Moore Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Kathleen Duff BresBet
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, promising second of 14 in novice hurdle at Kempton (16f, soft) on his NH debut 10 days ago, though no match for winner Open to improvement and in the mix. TFR###!! BHA-
2 BARLEYTHORPE (GB) (14) 0-60
Ch g Mukhadram - Beyeh (IRE)
Mr Terry Pryke
Br Pryke Bloodstock
5 11-7
Charlie Hammond
Michael Appleby, Oakham
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held both starts in bumpers last spring for Pam Sly and on his hurdling debut for new yard in C&D novice two weeks ago. Hard to warm to TFR##!!! BHA-
3 BEAU QUALI (FR) (32) 2-242F BF
B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Qualita (GER)
5 11-7
Harry Skelton
Mrs Susan Carsberg Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mme Nicole Malatier Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a juvenile hurdle in France last March (sole start for David Cottin) and has made the frame all 3 completed starts for present yard Still firmly on the bridle when falling 3 out at Newcastle last time and he’s a player TFR####! BHA118
4 BUCKNA (IRE) (33) 1-232
5 11-7
Br g Order of St George (IRE) - Close Flame (IRE) James Bowen
Jim and Claire Limited Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Br Close Holding Ltd 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish points winner and he came in a good second of 9 in novice hurdle at Hereford (21.7f, good to soft) 33 days ago. Holds solid form claims. TFR####! BHA113
5 CHAMPAGNE
FORTUNE (IRE) (11) 34-620
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Tacenda (IRE)
5 11-7
Sam Twiston-Davies
Mr Jamie Hambro James Owen, Newmarket
Br Paddy Kennedy
TIMEFORMVIEW Placed twice in Irish points but tenth of 11 in bumper (9/1) at Huntingdon on NH debut 11 days ago. In excellent hands so remains with potential on his hurdles debut TFR###!! BHA-
6 MEXICAN STAN (GB) (24) 0 5 11-7
B g Passing Glance - Artic Bliss Lee Edwards
First Chance Racing Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br First Chance Racing Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteenth of 16 in bumper at Doncaster (16.6f, good to soft, 25/1) on NH debut 24 days ago. Makes hurdles debut with more needed TFR##!!! BHA-
7 PEERLESS PERCY (IRE) (684)
8 11-7
B g Sir Percy - Victoria Montoya Tom Broughton (5) Always Horsin Around Syndicate Olly Williams, Market Rasen
Br Tally-Ho Stud Olly Williams Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest handicapper on the Flat and this 8-y-o is opposable now switched to hurdles for new yard following a 22-month absence. TFR##!!! BHA-
1-2-3: 1.WOLF MOON 2.BEAU QUALI (FR) 3.BUCKNA (IRE)
8
RIVER RIDER (IRE) (24) 2-00
Ch g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Gaye Flora
On The Rocks
5 11-7
Alan Johns
Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Br Mrs B. Cloney Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for 1st time, seventh of 8 in novice hurdle (200/1) at Doncaster (16.6f, good to soft) on his hurdles bow 24 days ago. Needs to take a major step forward. TFR##!!! BHA-
9 SNITTERFIELD (IRE)
(117) 56
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Leading On
Mr Nick Carter
Br Aiden Murphy
5 11-7
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Jake Coulson, Heaton
Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth on bumper debut for Olly Murphy but only sixth of 7 in similar event 117 days ago. Needs plenty more on his hurdles debut TFR##!!! BHA-
10 THICKTHORN TOM (IRE)
(25) 00
B g Ocovango - Blume (IRE)
Kate Fisher & Sally Hall
5 11-7
Tristan Durrell (3)
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Sydney Bennett Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, seventh of 9 in novice hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, soft) on his hurdles bow 25 days ago. In top hands and the sort to do better in the longer term TFR##!!! BHA-
11 WOLF MOON (GB) (25) 02
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Cutielilou (FR)
5 11-7
Ben Jones
Mrs F Hook Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mr D. Futter & Mr W. Kinsey Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEWPether’s Moon gelding belied his 50/1 odds in making a promising start under Rules when second in 10-runner novice hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f) last month. The form has been franked so big shout with more to come TFR##### BHA-
12 YOU MOVED ON (GB) (225) 0
Gr g Outstrip - Forgotten Me (IRE)
5 11-7
Philip Armson (3)
Mr Nick Carter Jake Coulson, Heaton
Br Aiden Murphy Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in bumper at Market Rasen in July on his sole run for Olly Murphy. Lots more needed on his yard/hurdling bow. TFR##!!! BHA-
13
GLANCING BACK (GB) (-)
5 11-0
B m Passing Glance - Roberta Back (IRE) James Best
Mrs M. J. Arnold Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham
Br Jane Arnold Coombs Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance mare Sister to fair chaser Glance Back, and half-sister to 2 winners, including fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Back By Midnight Possibilities on her debut TFR###!! BHA-
14 JEREMY’S PET (IRE)
(-)
5 11-0
B m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Rhythm Nation (IRE) Kielan Woods
Mr David L’Estrange D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW €25,000 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel mare Sister to dual bumper winner/fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Weseekhimhere and fair hurdler Weseekherthere. Market can guide on her first run. TFR##!!! BHA-
2024: NICK THE GREEK 5 11 5 Fergus Gregory 40-1 (Jake Coulson) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Hood worn first time by No. 13. Hood worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Wolf Moon (GB), 3-1 Beau Quali (FR), 5-1 Buckna (IRE), 8-1 Absolutely Doyen (IRE), 12-1 Champagne Fortune (IRE), 50-1 Mexican Stan (GB), 66-1 Barleythorpe (GB), You Moved On (GB), Jeremy’s Pet (IRE), 100-1 Thickthorn Tom (IRE), 150-1 Peerless Percy (IRE), River Rider (IRE), Snitterfield (IRE), Glancing Back (GB)
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FIFTH RACE 3.40
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE WATCH UNBRIDLED ON ATTHERACES.COM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£6150 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (36 wins from 189 runners, 19%) runs MOKORO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (9 wins from 51 runners, 18%) runs MOKORO LONGEST TRAVELLER: FADED FANTASY trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 190 miles.
OWL OF ATHENS landed quite the gamble when winning decisively at Uttoxeter last month and despite an 11lb hike, this unexposed type may still be ahead of his handicap mark. James Owen is a master with new recruits, and it would be no surprise to see Jackpot Cash take a step forward on handicap/stable debut Born In The West can hit the frame again, while any market support for Dan Skelton’s handicap debutant Mokoro should be noted.
CASH (FR) 3.BORN IN THE WEST (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder
B g Jet Away - Palmito (IRE) Jack Quinlan
Mrs J. May Matt Crawley, Newmarket
Br Ms Cecily Purcell
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedabilityinmaiden/novicehurdlesforCharlieLongsdonlastspringandlefthishandicap/yarddebutformwellbehindwhenfindingjustonetoogood at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft) in December Failed to build on that when eighth (of 16) at Wetherby last month and is proving inconsistent TFR###!! BHA98
2 JACKPOT CASH (FR) (51) 36-40F4
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Fresca Has (FR)
6 11-13
Mr Alex Chadwick (5)
Pontoon racing James Owen, Newmarket
Br Mr A. Delaroque & Mr & Mrs C. Theault
The Rare Breed Meat Company
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedpromisein maiden/novicehurdleswhen trainedbyEvan Williamsbutdidn’tconvinceasachaser inthreespinsoverfences thisseason Hasjoined a yard who are excellent with new recruits and he could improve now stepping up in trip on handicap hurdle debut. Interesting contender TFR####! BHA97
3 BORN IN THE WEST (IRE) (12) 265032
Gr g Westerner - Lucinda Grey (IRE)
Mrs Angela Mary Leggett
6 11-11
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Liam Walsh Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWVery creditable placed effort on final qualifying run and improved for longer trip/step into handicap company when second at Sedgefield (19.8, soft) 12 days ago. Lightly-raced and open to further progress racing over an extra furlong. TFR####! BHA95
4 GLENVANGO (IRE) (24) 6-600
B g Ocovango - Reseda (GER)
6 11-5
Alan Johns
Bostock Dunlevy McGuinness Bradshaw Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Br S. J. Murphy Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEWLittle impact in a handful of maiden/novice outings and failed to improve for switch to handicap company when twelfth of 16 at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Others have stronger claims. TFR##!!! BHA89
5 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (14) 042040 CD
B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE)
6 11-5
Jack Tudor
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Stonepark Farms Ltd Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEWNot won since June 2023 and although went close on first try over fences at Hereford (25f) in November, he’s looked a difficult ride on three occasions since (raced with and without various pieces of headgear) Only wears tongue strap now and difficult to fancy on the back of most recent efforts. TFR##!!! BHA89
6 MOKORO (IRE) (236) 0-040 6 11-3
B g Ocovango - Minstrel Sally (IRE) Harry Skelton
JustOneMore Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Ita Sheridan & Frank O’Meara Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEWIn top hands but well held in novice/maiden hurdles in May and June of last year Looks one of the stable lesser lights but could improve on reappearance for step up in trip/switch to handicap company and any market support would be significant TFR###!! BHA87
7 ILLICO DE MONTAVE (FR) (104) 5440-50 7 11-2
Gr g Honolulu (IRE) - Sigit d’Acadour (FR) Ben Poste
Mrs Rosemary Gasson Rosemary Gasson, Banbury
Br Mrs Isabelle Hautreux Tote
TIMEFORM VIEWUnplaced in sole
Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
1-2-3: 1.OWL OF ATHENS (IRE) 2.JACKPOT
8
OWL OF ATHENS (IRE)
(23) 566-001 D
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Amber Flame (IRE)
6 11-2
Conor Ring
Balkardy Breezers Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Susan Bredin Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-racedsortleftpreviousformwellbehindwhenlandingsignificantgamblelastmonth,showingmarkedimprovementtolandan11-runnerhandicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, soft, 85/40) 23 days ago. Up 11lb for that win, but he remains unexposed and could still be ahead of his handicap mark. TFR##### BHA86
9
POP THE
QUESTION
(GB) (76) 106P00 D 7 10-13
B m Casamento (IRE) - Poppy Day
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Mrs Susan E. Mason Jacqueline Coward, Dalby
Br Mrs Susan E. Mason
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who caused something of a surprise when making a successful debut under Rules in 2 1/2m Hexham maiden in June last year However, that was a weak race and she’s had her limitations exposed since Opposable TFR##!!! BHA83
10 INCHESTER D’AMSYL (FR) (345) F0/0550- 7 10-10
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Virgine Place (FR)
Benjamin Macey (7)
Mr A. F. Nolan Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br S.A.R.L. Poulinieres.Com Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Hinted at promise in novice hurdles but made no real progress switched to handicaps last season Down in trip on first run for 11 months but others preferred. TFR##!!! BHA80
11 NO GUARANTEE (GB) (32) PP004P
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Tropical Rock
High Weald Racing
5 10-2
James Best
Cynthia Woods, Crowborough
Br Littleton Stud Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Remains with little form over hurdles, pulled-up at Wincanton last month and faces an uphill task from 7lb out of the handicap. TFR#!!!! BHA65
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Owl of Athens (IRE), 3-1 Born In The West (IRE), 6-1 Jackpot Cash (FR), 10-1 Mokoro (IRE), 14-1 Faded Fantasy (IRE), 16-1 Pottersjetamay (IRE), 18-1 Inchester d’Amsyl (FR), 33-1 Illico de Montave (FR), 50-1 Glenvango (IRE), 150-1 Pop The Question (GB), 300-1 No Guarantee (GB) RACE RESULT: TIME 1ST 3RD DISTANCE 2ND 4TH
YOUR SAY
GOOD FRIDAY APRIL 18th
SIXTH RACE 4.15
ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 60YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE
GOLF
AND
GALLOP
PACKAGE MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (31 wins from 144 runners, 22%) runs ROCCOS INSPIRATION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (8 wins from 40 runners, 20%) runs ROCCOS INSPIRATION LONGEST TRAVELLER: INSTANT DE BONHEUR trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 217 miles.
Though OUR PINK LADY’s efforts so far this season have lacked spark, the handicapper has reacted accordingly and the return to this trip and booking of Harry Cobden could be the catalysts for a return to form. It will certainly look significant if she’s strong in the betting. Asa has been in great heart over fences recently and is feared most ahead of Roccos Inspiration and Ocean Legacy.
1 MATTIE ROSS (GB) (24) 62-41P0
B m Champs Elysees - Ommadawn (IRE)
9 12-0
Finn Lambert (3)
The Zara Syndicate Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
Br Mr & Mrs R. & P. Scott Tori Global TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for some creditable efforts last season when winning 23f Market Rasen last summer However, he has followed that with a couple of lacklustre performances (pulled up on both occasions) and now has a point to prove TFR#!!!! BHA98
2 ASA (FR) (7) 45P121 D
Gr m Balko (FR) - Reine de Glace (FR)
The Yorkshire Puddings
Br Mr Gildas Blain
6 11-11
Joe Williamson (3)
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWIn good heart over fences of late, successful at Market Rasen on Boxing Day and added to her tally with a fine display at Catterick (25.2f, good to soft) last week This 5lb higher mark may well be within reach back hurdling and she’s a key player TFR####! BHA95
3 ROCCOS INSPIRATION
(IRE)
(12) 36-5066
B m Shirocco (GER) - Our Genevieve (IRE)
Fitorfat Racing & Partner
8 11-10
Kevin Brogan
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br C. Murphy Motaclan
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t fired so far this season but has dropped to a good mark judged on the pick of her form Now tried in blinkers and this step up in trip is worth a go, so there is cause for optimism. TFR###!! BHA94
4 SUPERIOR
GLANCE
(GB) (31) 1///-645 10 11-9
Br m Passing Glance - Qualitee
The Ed-Chester Partnership
Jack Hogan (3)
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Miss R. J. Rowland Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Won her sole start in point bumpers in 2020 but has made little impact in 3 starts in this sphere to date Sizeable step forward needed now pitched into a handicap. TFR#!!!! BHA93
5 MUSIQUE DE FEE (IRE)
(11) 41-44P4 6 11-7
Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Fairy Tale (FR)
Ms M. L. Peterson
Lorcan Williams
Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
Br Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Revival Solutions Group Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark at Ludlow in April last spring and back on track (to an extent) when fourth in a 10-runner Huntingdon handicap (25f, soft) recently Has looked as though she’d benefit from headgear, so the first-time cheekpieces could be a welcome addition. Place possibilities. TFR###!! BHA91
6 OUR PINK LADY (IRE) (29) 14-50P5 C
7 11-7
B or Br m Westerner - Littlegrace Lady (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies
Mr Neil Berry & Mr Alan Herbert James Owen, Newmarket
Br Marian Slattery & John O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of 20.4f handicaps here last March and, though yet to fire on all cylinders so far this season, she’s now 4lb below last winning mark and is interesting back here with Harry Cobden booked TFR##### BHA91
7 MOBILE MAMMA (IRE) (59) 0P-1555 D 6 11-6
B m Mahler - Queen Ella (IRE) Jamie Hamilton Grey & Gold Partnership Ruth Jefferson, Malton
Br William Mangan Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWIrish point winner who has failed to trouble the judge in a trip of novice hurdles at up to 2 3/4m Entirely possible that she will be seen in a bettern light now upped in trip for this handicap debut, but others are more appealing all the same TFR###!! BHA90
1-2-3: 1.OUR PINK LADY (IRE) 2.ASA (FR) 3.ROCCOS INSPIRATION (IRE)
8
OCEAN LEGACY (IRE) (12) 043PP1
B m Kalanisi (IRE) - Ocean Bright (USA)
Rebecca Menzies Racing Partnerships
8 10-13
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br David Eiffe Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner who finally got the job done over hurdles (and snapped a losing run stretching back to May 2023 in the process) when landing a Sedgefield handicap (27f, soft) 12 days ago. Headgear retained here and she’s a player up 8lb. TFR###!! BHA83
9 INSTANT DE BONHEUR (FR) (47) 5U00/-00 7 10-10
B m Karaktar (IRE) - Par Bonheur (FR)
Mr Mike Izaby White & Partner
Lorcan Murtagh
Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Mme Karine Perreau Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWent close in a mares’ handicap chase at Worcester back in October 2022, but that is very much a standout effort and took hurdles record to 0-9 when well held at Exeter on New Year’s Day. TFR#!!!! BHA80
10 HORIZON DOVE (FR) (12) 4040-P5
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Fairytale Theatre (IRE)
J B Wallwin, J B Barlow
Br Mr Mickael Fennessy
8 10-2
Mr Paddy Barlow (7)
Jonathan Barlow, Cropwell Bishop
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers but it’s all been pretty low-key since switched to hurdles and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere. TFR#!!!! BHA70
2024: INNISFREE LASS (IRE) 6 11 10 Charlie Hammond 5-1 (Stuart Edmunds) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Asa (FR), 4-1 Ocean Legacy (IRE), 11-2 Our Pink Lady (IRE), 6-1 Musique de Fee (IRE), 15-2 Roccos Inspiration (IRE), 10-1 Mobile Mamma (IRE), 40-1 Instant de Bonheur (FR), 50-1 Mattie Ross (GB), 80-1 Horizon Dove (FR), 100-1 Superior Glance (GB)
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SEVENTH RACE 4.45
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 4F 88YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (36 wins from 189 runners, 19%) runs BALLYDANGAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (9 wins from 51 runners, 18%) runs BALLYDANGAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: MOUNT WASHINGTON trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 180 miles.
GOTTHEREINTHEEND left the strong impression that her turn is near when finding just one too good over this C&D and she is taken to deservedly get her head in front this time Mount Washington opened his account in decisive fashion at Plumpton and will be a threat if coping with this step back up in trip, while Passengerontheship could also have a part to play if able to build on his Wetherby effort.
no horse age st lb
1 STRONG AS STEEL (GB) (9) 630-005 6 11-12
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Court Wing (IRE)
Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd
Ben Poste
James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Mr & Mrs Gareth Jones Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability in bumpers but no show 3 starts over hurdles and needs to raise his game considerably now upped in trip for this handicap debut TFR#!!!! BHA95
2 GOTTHEREINTHEEND (IRE) (14) 560-242
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Highland Flower (IRE)
6 11-12
Charlie Price (3) Martin Redman & Maurice Thomas Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Br Mrs Deborah Hobson
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed a bit in bumpers runner-up on 2 of her last 3 starts over hurdles, including in a C&D handicap a fortnight ago. 2lb rise tolerable given that she pulled clear of the rest that day and likely to make a bold bid to go one better TFR##### BHA95
3 ALMUHIT (IRE) (52) 506050 6 11-10
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ezima (IRE)
Richie McLernon
Mr Justin Carthy Gary Brown, Swindon
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful maiden hurdler at his best but proving disappointing for this yard and will need to improve the wind op he underwent last month in order to make an impact here. TFR##!!! BHA93
4 JACK HOOLA (GB) (47) 2-0004
5 11-8
B g Jack Hobbs - Hoola Hula Stan Sheppard
Value Racing - Jack Hoola Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot Plumbing World
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in an Irish point but little impact in novice/maiden hurdles. Didn’t fare much better on handicap here (15.8f, heavy) on New Year’s Day and while this step up in trip may help, there are several others with more appealing claims. TFR##!!! BHA91
5 MOUNT WASHINGTON (IRE) (21) 45-6061
6 11-8
B g Shirocco (GER) - Kayf Hampshire (IRE) Conor Ring
W J Evans Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mr James O’Leary Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a fair level of ability on first of 2 starts in bumpers and produced much his best effort in this sphere to date when scoring at Plumpton (2m, soft) 3 weeks ago. 5lb rise looks manageable on that evidence and he’s high on the shortlist. TFR####! BHA91
6 LEADER WING (IRE) (24) 16550P
5 11-4
B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Reconsider Baby (IRE) Jamie Hamilton
Mr John Coates Mr Richard Smith Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
Br J. Mangan
Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper winner for Tom Weston but yet to match that form in this sphere, no show tried in cheekpieces the last twice Connections now roll the dice with first-time blinkers TFR#!!!! BHA87
7 TREVOR’S LAD (IRE) (63) 34/P-050 7 11-3
B g Milan - Jolie Landaise (FR) Kevin Brogan
Mr Peter Mellett Toby Lawes, Beare Green
Br Sean Gorman Lawmens Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden hurdler who took a step back in the right direction when fifth of 15 in handicap at Ffos Las in Novermber. However, failed to build on that at Plumpton the following month and he’s opposable. TFR##!!! BHA86
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder
Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
8
BALLYDANGAN (IRE) (25) P00566
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - She’s Our Banker (IRE)
Dan Skelton Racing Staff Syndicate
8 11-0
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Michael Fennessy Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who hasn’t shown an immediate benefit for the switch to the Dan Skelton yard, again safely held over 3m at Wetherby last time Hopes now pinned on this drop back in trip and, moreover, fitting of blinkers sparking some improvement TFR###!! BHA83
9 PASSENGERONTHESHIP (IRE)
Br g Pillar Coral - Canto Creek
John Birtles and Bill Allan
Br Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd
(25) 53000-4 6 11-0
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedinanIrishpointandwhilehedidn’tshowmuchinitallyoverhurdlesearlylastseason,therewasmoreencouragingsignsonhisreappearance/ handicap bow at Wetherby (19.7f, heavy) That was his first run for 14 months, so he’s entitled to come on for it. Each-way shout. TFR###!! BHA83
10 NOTHINELSEMATTERS (IRE) (63) 45-40U5 7 10-5
B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Meldrum Hall (IRE)
The Onlyonethatmatters Partnership
Br Limekiln Stud Ltd
Kielan Woods
Alex Hales, Edgecote
Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who posted one of his better efforts when fifth in an 11-runner C&D handicap (good to soft) in December However, will need to raise his game another notch in order to play a leading role in this contest TFR##!!! BHA72
11 ONNAROLL (FR) (22) 0FP66P
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Sainte Borgue (FR)
Heartful Racing
Br Mr Bertrand Compignie
7 10-5
James Best
Cynthia Woods, Crowborough
Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 22 runs overall (0-20 in this sphere) and looks set for another struggle from 5lb out of the handicap proper. TFR#!!!! BHA69
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Blinkers worn first time by No. 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Mount Washington (IRE), 10-3 Gotthereintheend (IRE), 7-1 Ballydangan (IRE), 15-2 Passengerontheship (IRE), 10-1 Nothinelsematters (IRE), 16-1 Jack Hoola (GB), 18-1 Trevor’s Lad (IRE), 20-1 Almuhit (IRE), 33-1 Strong As Steel (GB), 50-1 Onnaroll (FR), 66-1 Leader Wing (IRE)
SATURDAY 22 FEBRUARY
FEATURING Live Music THROUGHOUT THEDAY
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.35 - THE DOWNLOAD THE RACING APP NOW 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, February 11th and pay £27 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors of this race will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 23 entries at £27. - Closed February 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.05 - THE GRACE AND DOTTY FEDORA’S AND FEATHERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors of this race will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £41. - Closed February 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.35 - THE JOIN SOUTHWELL GOLF CLUB 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, five and six yrs old 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, February 11th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb 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. The sponsors of this race will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 15 entries at £22. - Closed February 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.05 - THE PLAY AT THE RACES STABLEDUEL MAIDEN 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 maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 11th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 31 entries at £38. - Closed February 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) 2 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.40 - THE WATCH UNBRIDLED ON attheraces.com 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 11th and pay £27 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 30 entries at £27. - Closed February 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.15 - THE GOLF AND GALLOP PACKAGE MARES’ 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 four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 11th and pay £27 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors of this race will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 19 entries at £27. - Closed February 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.45 - THE SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE NOVICES’ LIMITED 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, February 11th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 29 entries at £30.Closed February 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
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