Welcome to our New Years Eve Raceday here at Uttoxeter Racecourse, and a very warm welcome to our sponsors today; QuinnBet and the friends and family of “Higgy”.
I hope you all have had a wonderful Christmas and have managed to spend some precious time with your loved ones over the festive period The team at the racecourse have managed a few days respite in between our hectic December schedule I would like to take this opportunity to thank them all for their hard work and dedication not only in this period but through all of 2024.
Today we have another sell-out crowd for this fixture which is incredible after unfortunately losing the fixture last year to flooding. Thank you for keeping faith and supporting us once more
There’s no need to rush home as we have DJ sets playing in both the Premier Bar and Grandstand bar for an hour after racing.
As this meeting brings the curtain down on 2024 it also marks the retirement of DR MARTIN DAVIS who started working here shortly after he and his family moved from Nottingham back in 1985 when Martin became a local GP Martin took over as Uttoxeter’s Senior Racecourse Medical Officer (SRMO) in the Autumn of 2007.
He undertook the task of improving the standard and efficiency of the medical provision. He ‘raised the bar’ back then and has continued to ensure that all jockeys riding here receive the best care whenever needed.
Martin has maintained the same high level of enthusiasm and commitment right up until today. A regular visitor on non racedays, supported by wife Jane, to check drugs & equipment etc. Martin’s ‘hallmark’ has been his consistency, professional approach and attention to detail
We thank Martin for all his work and wish him and Jane a happy retirement after just shy of 40 years here with 17 as our well respected Senior Medical Officer, comes to an end
Looking ahead into 2025, our first fixture back is our Winter Ladies Day on Saturday 25th January followed by our Super Saturday Fixture on Saturday 8th February. We are only 11 weeks away from our Premier Fixture of the year, The Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National, on Saturday 15th March!
The team here hope you enjoy your day today and wish you a happy and prosperous 2025.
Best Wishes
Brian Barrass Executive Director
MEET THE TEAM
BRIAN BARRASS
JO PROCTOR
Executive Director
Financial Controller
Clerk of the course
DEBBIE NEWMAN
LIZ O’SULLIVAN
Hospitality Manager
Business Manager
ABBIE GRAY
Catering Operations Manager
Safety & Operations Manager
JAZMIN COLLINS
Business Co-ordinator
PAUL HANSON
RICHARD FOTHERGILL
UTTOXETER RACECOURSE
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
The Uttoxeter Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.
Christian Williams, Bridgend Br Mrs P. J. O’Connor NAF S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to land a Wincanton handicap in December and in the process of running very well when falling on his last 2 starts Capable of figuring but will need to keep errors down TFRëëëêê BHA135
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STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
ëëëëë Selected to win the race
ëëëëê Good chance of being placed
ëëëêê By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.
ëëêêê Unlikely to win but not totally without hope
ëêêêê Can be given little or no chance
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FIRST RACE 12.30
THE QUINNBET DAILY FREE BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M Keighley (13 wins from 84 runners, 15%) runs PIKE ROAD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Twiston-Davies (5 wins from 24 runners, 21%) runs CAMPS BAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: SYNCHRONIST trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 143 miles.
STAR OF DIAMONDS made a promising start to his career under Rules when fourth at Haydock earlier in the month and is put forward as the answer with improvement on the cards. Grand Geste seemed suited by the step up to this trip when finishing narrowly ahead of the selection last time, with Andy Amo also of firm interest now upped in distance.
1 ANDY AMO (IRE) (41) 334-24
B g Sageburg (IRE) - The Right Thing (IRE)
5 11-4
Ben Jones
Miss Rebecca Curtis Rebecca Curtis, Newport
Br Danny Doran William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest in bumpers but has surpassed that form in making the frame both starts in maiden hurdles, again shaping like a stayer at Ffos Las (20f) latest. Step up in trip seems sure to suit and must enter calculations TFRëëëëê BHA111
2 EXPRESS RUN (IRE) (17) F-F6233
B g Milan - Lilly’s Express (IRE)
Mrs Pauline Southerington
5 11-4
Ryan Mania
Justin Landy, Leyburn
Br Mr Vincent Byrne Envirotyre UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFailed to justify support when down the field only start in bumpers but has steadily improved with each run over hurdles, finishing third in 6-runner affair at Newcastle (22f) latterly. TFRëëëêê BHA108
3 GRAND GESTE (IRE) (27) 00-P023
Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Lake Cresent (IRE)
Mrs S. Smith
5 11-4
Peter Kavanagh (3)
Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Mr & Mrs James Hannon Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWDown the field in 2 bumpers but left previous hurdling exploits in his wake when second of 14 in a novice hurdle at Carlisle (20f) in October, headed dying strides Ran to a similar level upped in trip when third at Haydock since and likely to be in the thick of the action again. TFRëëëëê BHA111
4 PIKE ROAD (GB) (166) 2-02
B g Yeats (IRE) - Ile de See (FR)
5 11-4
Sean Bowen
Mr Roger Harrison Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Greenlands Farm Stud FBC Manby Bowdler S TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a point and offered more than in his sole bumper upped markedly in trip when second in a 12-runner maiden hurdle (23f) at Worcester in July Off since but open to improvement nonetheless. TFRëëëêê BHA-
5 SEATOIT (IRE) (39) 42-05
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Saratogane (FR)
Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall
Br Ronnie O’Neill
5 11-4
Tom Bellamy
Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Fair in bumpers and should learn from his opening effort over hurdles when fifth of 13 in at Chepstow (19.4f, good) 39 days ago, for all that he showed an ungainly side. TFRëëëêê BHA-
6 STAR OF DIAMONDS (IRE) (27) 34/S1-4 BF
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Silverpockets (IRE)
Mr Andrew Gemmell
5 11-4
Jonathan Burke
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br R. Murphy Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEWDiamondBoygelding Dam(h90),bumper/2mhurdlewinner(stayed21/2m),half-sistertofairlyusefulhurdler(stayed25f)WesternRun.Winningpointerat fourth attempt and shaped quite promisingly when fourth of 10 at Haydock on hurdling debut 27 days ago, weakening only late on Should improve TFRëëëëë BHA-
7 SYNCHRONIST (IRE) (13) P2-0 5 11-4
Ch g Notnowcato - Sarah Ponsonby (IRE)
The Go Ronnie Syndicate
James Best
Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting
Br Mr Michael Rafter Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on completed start in Irish points but was well held switched to Rules in a maiden hurdle at Lingfield 13 days ago. TFRëêêêê BHA-
1-2-3:
8 TOMMY TUCKER (GB) (-) 7 11-4
B g Multiplex - Eternal Legacy (IRE)
William Shanahan (5)
Mr G. Fierro Giuseppe Fierro, Hednesford
Br D. Mossop
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiplex gelding Brother to fairly useful hurdler The Herds Garden, stays 2 1/2m. Dam, pulled up sole start over hurdles, 7f winner on Flat TFRëëêêê BHA-
9 CAMPS BAY (IRE) (43)
3
Ch g Mount Nelson - Black Money
W.G. & A.G. Vestey
4 11-3
James Turner (5)
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br J.P Farrell Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Mount Nelson gelding who showed plenty to work on when third of 12 in maiden hurdle (50/1) at Leicester (20.5f, good to soft) on debut 43 days ago, running on late Open to improvement over this longer trip TFRëëëêê BHA-
10 ONEANDAHALFDEGREES (IRE)
Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Leading Lady
(26) 5/66-0 6 10-11
Joe Anderson (3) The High Altitude Partnership Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in maiden/novice hurdle 11 months apart TFRëêêêê BHA-
2023: MEETING ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Star of Diamonds (IRE), 4-1 Andy Amo (IRE), 9-2 Grand Geste (IRE), 9-1 Camps Bay (IRE), 10-1 Seatoit (IRE), 12-1 Express Run (IRE), 14-1 Pike Road (GB), 33-1 Tommy Tucker (GB), 100-1 Synchronist (IRE), 150-1 Oneandahalfdegrees (IRE)
RACE RESULT:
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.
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SECOND RACE 1.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 207YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE 2025 UTTOXETER ANNUAL
HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund £10700 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): O Murphy (52 wins from 227 runners, 23%) runs BENASSI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 46 runners, 17%) runs DON HOLLOW LONGEST TRAVELLER: KIKIJO trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 161 miles.
HAARAR is readily preferred here, having been unlucky not to finish closer when second earlier this month, and he can go one better today. Course-winner Benassi is respected on his return to this venue and Fresh Speculation seems to be improving.
1 SAN GUIDO (IRE) (167)
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Danseuse de Reve (IRE)
Brian Hughes
Stephen Sugden and Ryder Sugden Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Tullpark Ltd Optima Self Store S
TIMEFORM VIEWCareer-best in Ireland when winning 6-runner juvenile hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) back in February when trained by Henry De Bromhead Ran with credit in France over the summer, winning once (Clairefontaine, 18f, soft) but no easy task on U.K. debut for current connections. TFRëëëêê BHA122
2 BENASSI (IRE) (26) 1/P20-P2 C
B g Westerner - Kylebeg Krystle (IRE)
7 11-13
Sean Bowen
The Mighty Men Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Patrick Molloy Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEWWon twice over hurdles in early 2023 and returned to form in first-time cheekpieces (retained today) when secondof 9 at Leicester (20.5f, heavy) 26 days ago. He needs to prove he can back up his last run but is 1 from 1 here and has to be respected representing excellent trainer/jockey combination. TFRëëëëê BHA121
3 KIKIJO (FR) (23) 1-5
B g Estejo (GER) - Crackboum (FR)
4 11-13
Callum Pritchard (7)
Gwent Holdings Limited Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br Mrs M. Pallot & Mr J. C. Pallot
TIMEFORM VIEWWon juvenile hurdle decisively on sole start in France Straight into handicaps on British debut (easy to back and probably needed the run) when fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, heavy) on 23 days ago. Interesting to see if the market speaks in his favour now upped in trip TFRëëëêê BHA121
4 EL GRANJERO (IRE) (18) 2211-65 D
5 11-10
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Mexican Sky (IRE) Richard Patrick
C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Br Thomas James Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceatHerefordlastcampaignbutfairlyquietstarttothisseason Tooktimetowarmtohistaskwhenfifthof9inhandicaphurdleatBangor (23.2f, heavy) 18 days ago. Cheekpieces applied now and they need to sharpen him up if he is to be involved in the finish here. TFRëëëêê BHA118
5 DON HOLLOW (GER) (26) 106/-506
B g Soldier Hollow - Donna Philippa (GER)
7 11-0
Tristan Durrell (3)
JustOneMore Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Gestut Weserhof Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper/maiden hurdle winner in 2022 and caught the eye on comeback run when fifth of 11 in 17f Carlisle handicap in October. Flopped at Sandown next time and well-held at Wincanton (15.2f, heavy) 26 days ago. Up in trip for powerful yard and market should tell us whether better expected today. TFRëëëêê BHA108
6 FRESH SPECULATION (GB) (41) 3533-31 D
6 10-12
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Wilde Speculation (IRE) Jonathan Burke
Mike Green & Sally Beech Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br Mike Green Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWHas made a promising start in handicaps, progressed from promising third at Stratford (16.3f, heavy) to win a 10-runner handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) 41 days ago. Seemed to relish the testing conditions that day and stamina clearly his strong suit. Respected and any rain would help. TFRëëëëê BHA106
7 HAARAR (GB) (27) 2-110P2 5 10-10
B g Muhaarar - Interchange (IRE)
Jonathan England Maximum Racing -Haarar Sam England, Guiseley
Br Clearwater Stud Ltd Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-backwinneroverhurdlesinMay.WellpositionedwhenscoringonFlatatRedcarinNovember(14f,soft)andranhisbestraceoverhurdleswhensecond at Haydock 27 days ago (19f). Not everything went to plan that day (keen and hampered by loose horse) and player with smoother passage here TFRëëëëë BHA104
8 MCGOWAN’S PASS (GB) (26) 26-310P CD 13 10-9
B g Central Park (IRE) - Function Dreamer
William Shanahan (5)
Mrs A. E. Lee Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Mickley Stud & Mrs M. Adamson
PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerwhoendedalonglosingrunin6-runnerhandicaphurdleatUttoxeter(21/2m,soft)inMay.However,failedtobuildonthatnexttimeandranmodestly on comeback when pulled up at Leicester (20.5f, heavy) 26 days ago. A veteran performer now but does like it here (1st and 2nd from 2 starts). TFRëëëêê BHA103
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 8.
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THIRD RACE 1.30
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 70YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HIGGY’S 70TH BIRTHDAY BASH 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 (19-24): D Skelton (46 wins from 254 runners, 18%) runs HILL OF SCARRIFF TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 46 runners, 17%) runs HILL OF SCARRIFF LONGEST TRAVELLER: CLOVIS BOY trained by L Russell, Kinross, 292 miles.
ALL UNDER CONTROL took a big step forward for her new handler when getting off the mark at Fontwell last time and a 5lb rise in the weights doesn’t look sufficient to prevent her from following up. Course winner Just Chasing May heads the list of dangers, although Clovis Boy, Twp Stori and Moor End all need factoring into this competitive handicap too.
1 SCOTTISH
KING (IRE) (167) D5/
Ch g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Thanks Bobby (IRE)
Philip Armson (3)
Mr R. J. Armson Richard Armson, Melbourne
Br Harry Cummins
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted a creditable fourth of 9 in handicap hurdle here (19.9f, soft) in July. Can give a good account back up in trip after a break. TFRëëëêê BHA98
2 IONTACH CHEVAL
(GB) (36) 30P5-40 C
B g Dunaden (FR) - Dancing Emily (IRE)
8 12-0
Murray Dodd (7)
RSKM Bloodstock Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Burnham P & D Ltd Planned Office Interiors Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner but he came in last of 7 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) 36 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time Inconsistent sort TFRëëêêê BHA98
3 CLOVIS BOY (GB) (20) S4P1-U0
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Denisette (FR)
5 12-0
Derek Fox
Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br Yorton Farm Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW A dual hurdles winner last term and he got back on track when seventh of 16 in handicap at Hexham (23.3f, soft) 20 days ago. Needs considering TFRëëëêê BHA98
4 DISH OF THE DAY (IRE) (41) 6/5P-F06
Br g Famous Name - Inch Princess (IRE)
6 11-12
James Bowen
Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead
Br Mrs Mary Tynan Phelan Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to fire this term, only sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) 41 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward. TFRëëêêê BHA96
5 ITHAKA (IRE) (14) 053315 D
8 11-11
B g Libranno - Taras Choice Conor Ring
K P Marsh Plastering & Interiors Ltd
Br Maurice Stack
Ryan Potter, Sellack
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Market Rasen (23f) in December and not disgraced when fifth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (25.3f, good) 14 days ago. Considered TFRëëëêê BHA95
6 JUST CHASING MAY (GB) (33) 4-F1223 C
5 11-11
B g Isfahan (GER) - Just For Show (IRE) Callum Pritchard (7)
Mrs F Hook Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Gestut Elsetal Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in June and has continued in good nick, third of 8 to Twp Stori in handicap hurdle at Lingfield (23f, good to soft) 33 days ago. Not taken lightly off the same mark. TFRëëëëê BHA95
7 NO REMATCH (IRE) (19) 22-44F0
10 11-10
B g Westerner - Loadsofability (IRE) Miss Imogen Mathias (7)
Miss I. Mathias John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Mrs Claire Doyle
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 13 runs since his last win in 2023 and he came in only tenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (23.9f, good) 19 days ago. Others appeal more TFRëëêêê BHA94
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Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
8 MOOR END (IRE) (28) 3F50-3
B g Kingston Hill - La Galondrina (IRE)
Mr & Mrs A. J. Mutch
5 11-9
James Best
Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham
Br Andrew Kiernan Coombs Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who resumed from 7 months off with a good third of 16 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, soft) 28 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up TFRëëëêê BHA93
9 TWP STORI (GB) (33) 321-251 D 6 11-5
Ch g Proconsul - Gulf Punch
Tom Bellamy
Mrs T. P. James Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
Br Mickley Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive sort and got back to winning ways in 23f Lingfield handicap last month, forced to dig deep to land the odds Not ruled out despite taking a 5lb rise TFRëëëêê BHA89
10
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PLANE POUR MOI
(IRE) (33) PP-0066 6 11-4
B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Mount of Olives (IRE)
Richie McLernon
Mr Paul McKeon Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Gay Wallace Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Had been shaping up quite well for Colm Murphy, but yet to offer much encouragement for his current yard, cheekpieces tried when sixth in 3m Taunton handicap last time TFRëëêêê BHA88
11
QUITE THE GETAWAY
(GB) (344) 20/3606- 6 11-3
Gr m Getaway (GER) - Buddy Love
Bevis & Houghton
Br Richard Bevis
Finn Lambert (3)
Robert Bevis, Duckington
Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart S
TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame twice from 4 starts in bumpers but offered little in a trio of outings in this sphere for Nigel Twiston-Davies last term Back with his former yard with plenty to prove after an 11-month absence. TFRëëêêê BHA87
12 LADY HARRIETT (GB) (41) 020410
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Matrow’s Lady (IRE)
5 11-1
Sean Bowen
Mr Steven John Matthews Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Steven Matthews Matthews Roofing Bristol Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account at Ffos Las in November but only seventh of 10 in handicap there (20f, heavy) 41 days ago. Sort to bounce back though TFRëëëêê BHA85
13 ALL
UNDER CONTROL
(IRE) (21) 0040-01
Br m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Larnalee (IRE)
RS Racing - Bailey’s Syndicate
Br Mrs Juliet Brown
5 11-0
Harry Kimber
Robert Walford, Blandford
TIMEFORMVIEW Well supported and much improved on her second run for current yard when landing 9-runner handicap hurdle at Fontwell (21.8f, soft) 21 days ago. Up 5lb but big shout once more. TFRëëëëë BHA84
14 HILL OF SCARRIFF (GB) (40) 1000 5 10-13
Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Lush Lady (IRE)
Mr Ben Sutton (5)
Mr N. Sutton Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mrs S. L. Bates
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEW Successful on sole outing in points Always behind in 3 starts over hurdles but type to do better in handicaps now stepped up in trip No forlorn hope TFRëëëêê BHA83
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 10.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 10, 12, 13.
Stewards Note:
IONTACH CHEVAL: Following its run on 25/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
LADY HARRIETT: Following its run on 20/11/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its last trip.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Twp Stori (GB), 5-1 Just Chasing May (GB), 15-2 All Under Control (IRE), 12-1 Ithaka (IRE), Hill of Scarriff (GB), 14-1 Moor End (IRE), 16-1 Iontach Cheval (GB), 20-1 Clovis Boy (GB), Lady Harriett (GB), 22-1 Ca Plane Pour Moi (IRE), 28-1 Scottish King (IRE), 40-1 Dish of The Day (IRE), No Rematch (IRE), Quite The Getaway (GB)
RACE RESULT:
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £215,337 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 16th September to 31st December 2024
FOURTH RACE 2.00
Total prize fund £6150 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): O Murphy (52 wins from 227 runners, 23%) runs EATON ANNE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs EATON ANNE LONGEST TRAVELLER: GUINESSED trained by J & S Best, Lewes, 191 miles.
EATON ANNE is bang there on the pick of his form and dangerous if a breathing operation has had the desired effect, with Dickens another to consider
1 PRESENT FAIR (IRE) (45) 46P0-35 CD
B g Presenting - Premier Victory (IRE)
7 12-0
Charlie Maggs (5) Donald McCain Racing Club Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Fergal Loman & Joseph Duncan TIMEFORM VIEWBrushed off a disappointing run over fences when winning a C&D handicap a year ago Followed that with a string of below-par efforts until a fifth-place finish on the back of a breathing op at Worcester in June May have needed last month’s reappearance and he’s back in trip TFRëëëêê BHA100
2 EATON ANNE (IRE) (43) 1-3224 BF
B g Golden Lariat (USA) - Express Mail (IRE)
6 11-13
Sean Bowen Foxtrot Racing Eaton Anne Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Fintan Farrell Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful sole outing in Irish points and has placed first 3 starts over hurdles, displaying progressive form Sent off a strong favourite but disappointing at Plumpton last month. Since had a breathing op TFRëëëëê BHA99
3 VICTORY CLUB
(IRE) (13) 23/02-06 D 7 11-12
B or Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - La Shalak (IRE)
Ben Poste
The Carlton Racing Syndicate Harriet Dickin, Midford
Br Gerard and Yvonne Kennedy Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a bumper for Dan Skelton in 2022 Missed whole of following year but runner-up in a Wincanton maiden in March. Probably needed run when last of 16 in Cheltenham handicap last month but didn’t fare any better at Lingfield latest. TFRëëêêê BHA98
4 PORT OR STARBOARD (IRE) (21) 33/333-4
7 11-11
B g Epaulette (AUS) - Galley Ben Jones
Lland Af Cwrw
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Barbara Prendergast Direct Freight Systems Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on Flat who showed a good attitude to get off the mark in this sphere at Exeter in March 2023. Placed all 6 starts that year and off the track a year, he shaped as though retaining all of his ability over C&D 3 weeks ago. TFRëëëêê BHA97
5 NEDZOR (IRE) (26) 2/304-2 BF
5 11-4
Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rising Queen (IRE)
Mr Nick Shutts
Br Frank Motherway
NON-RUNNER
Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point and promise on 2 of his 3 starts in novice hurdles at around 2m last winter. Well backed ahead of reappearance/ handicap debut and produced a very promising effort when second at Leicester at start of the month. Major claims. NON RUNNER. TFRêêêêê BHA90
6 THE CYPRIOT (IRE) (41) 0440-05
Ch g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mal d’Amour (IRE)
5 11-3
Osian Radford (10) Mario Stavrou Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown only modest form over hurdles and dropped away before 2 out under a change of tactics at Ffos Las last month Tongue strap on down in trip TFR
7 DICKENS (IRE) (63) 4053/4-5
B g Excelebration (IRE) - Open Book
6 11-3
Philip Armson (3)
Alan King & Niall Farrell Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Chapel Lane Farm L.T.D. Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful dual Flat winner Yet to get near that level over hurdles, often proving too free, as he did on return from 18 months off at Chepstow That was a sound effort though and he’s in good hands. TFRëëëëê BHA89 ) F MEFORM in
8 LYLE VIEW (IRE) (29) P2-400P
Br f Mahler - Devils Pride (IRE)
4 10-11
Richie McLernon
Equi ex Incertis Partners Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br C. & H. Persse
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on the last of 3 outings in points and showed a bit on Rules debut at Kelso in October. Suffered heavy defeats since, though, including on handicap debut Hood fitted back over 2m TFRëëêêê BHA83
9
ONEFORTHEFAIRGREEN (IRE) (25) P-33620 6 10-8
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Back To Loughadera (IRE) James Best
Mr Stephen Sugden Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br J. J. Harty & Roger Harty Optima Self Store S
TIMEFORMVIEWStill to get her head in front but she posted a good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Leicester, closing all way to line Never able to land a blow at Exeter since and a visor is now on TFRëëëêê BHA80
10 MAMBO BEAT (IRE) (27) 0443-56
Ch g Red Jazz (USA) - Bulrushes
5 10-8
Sean Houlihan
Mr Lee Davies Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Al Wasmiyah Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 10f on Flat but not reached that level in this sphere. TFRëëëêê BHA80
11 GUINESSED (IRE) (98) 5/PF00-4
B m Sageburg (IRE) - Swap Shop (IRE)
7 10-2
Dylan Johnston (3)
Grandstand Stables Partnership Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Br Miss Jane Doran
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who merely plodded on for fourth of 8 on handicap debut in September. TFRëëëêê BHA74
12 SAWPIT SAMANTHA (GB) (29) 6/6P35-3 6 10-2
B m Champs Elysees - Sawpit Supreme
Mr David A. Hunt Jo Davis, East Garston
Br Mr D. A. Hunt Tote, Equissistant Ltd S
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORMVIEWNo real impact for Sam Drinkwater but fitted with a hood/tongue tie, she made more of an impact starting out for new yard when third of 11 at Plumpton (20.5f) a month ago. NON RUNNER. TFRêêêêê BHA73
13 GALACTIC GLOW (IRE) (25)
40/0-030
7 10-2
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Shine Like A Star Taylor Fisher
The Clueless Syndicate Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br D. Boocock
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest winner at 10f on the Flat First form in this sphere when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, good) but could never land a blow in the mud at Exeter latest TFRëëêêê BHA71
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Hood worn first time by No. 8. Visor worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 13.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.
Stewards Note:
PRESENT FAIR: Following its run on 16/11/2024 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.
EATON ANNE: Following its run on 18/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the sharp track.
GUINESSED: Following its run on 24/9/2024 it was reported that the horse ran green.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Eaton Anne (IRE), 4-1 Dickens (IRE), 6-1 Oneforthefairgreen (IRE), 8-1 Port Or Starboard (IRE), 9-1 Mambo Beat (IRE), 12-1 Present Fair (IRE), 22-1 Guinessed (IRE), 25-1 The Cypriot (IRE), 33-1 Victory Club (IRE), 66-1 Lyle View (IRE), Galactic Glow (IRE)
FIFTH RACE 2.30
THE
RETIREMENT DR MARTIN DAVIS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): O Greenall & J Guerriero (19 wins from 177 runners, 11%) runs DUSAUTIOR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (8 wins from 38 runners, 21%) runs GROVE ROAD
LONGEST TRAVELLER: GROVE ROAD trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 125 miles.
This looks an open event with the vote going to GROVE ROAD making his first start over fences for his current stable. Jo Lescribaa offered plenty to work on when third on his chase bow/return at Ludlow and is another to consider, while Myfanwy’s Magic is an interesting chase debutant. 1-2-3: 1.GROVE
ROAD (IRE) 2.JO LESCRIBAA (FR) 3.MYFANWY’S MAGIC
Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Trapeze Ben Jones
Mr M.L. Darley Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Br Mr K. Kok Oliver Signy Racing LLP S
TIMEFORMVIEW Unable to make an impact over hurdles last season and well held both runs sent chasing this term at Warwick and Lingfield (almost unseated first) this winter. Has lots to prove TFRëëêêê BHA105
2 MYFANWY’S MAGIC (GB) (36) 62542-2
B g Mr Medici (IRE) - Lady Myfanwy
7 12-0
Sean Bowen
360 Racing Club Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br PB Miles & Mrs M Miles FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden but good runner-up efforts over hurdles last 2 starts, including at Ludlow on return. Out of a winning chaser so should take to this sphere. TFRëëëëê BHA105
3 ROSTELLO (FR) (34) 4021-P0 D
Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR)
Andy Clarke & Stella Barclay
Br Patrick Boiteau
9 12-0
David Noonan
Stella Barclay, Garstang
TIMEFORMVIEWNot straightforward but put it all together under a good ride when winning 4-runner Southwell handicap in April. Took little interest there following month, however, and well held on return/yard debut at Wetherby last month TFRëêêêê BHA105
4
GROVE ROAD
(IRE) (20) 04P114 BF
Ch g Mahler - Dear Frankie (IRE)
Kevin Boothby and John Lynk
Br Gareth Adair
8 11-12
Callum Pritchard (7)
James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to form since leaving Archie Watson, winning at Newton Abbot and Huntingdon Disappointed at Hereford 3 weeks ago but of interest making first start over fences for current stable. TFRëëëëë BHA103
5 JESSIE LIGHTFOOT (IRE) (10) 355325 D
B m Yeats (IRE) - Needle Doll (IRE)
Catch Twenty Two
10 11-11
Miss Imogen Mathias (7)
Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Br Sean Keane Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEWRevitalised by a return to Henry Oliver during the spring, scoring over fences at Taunton and Southwell. Good placed efforts at Cheltenham and Plumpton since before out of depth at Hereford. Can bounce back. TFRëëëêê BHA102
6 ALI STAR BERT (GB) (15) 2-P52P2 CD
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Clumber Pursuits
Mr S. A. Harris
Br Mr Wilf Hobson
8 11-11
Craig Nichol
Shaun Harris, Worksop
TIMEFORMVIEW Three-time 3m chase winner in the mud last season Up and down this term but when close at Southwell 2 weeks ago so needs considering. TFRëëëëê BHA102
7 DUSAUTIOR (GB) (30) 31-5533 D BF
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Denisette (FR)
Botticelli Racing
6 11-2
Henry Brooke
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Yorton Farm Stud Swansway S
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 3m novice handicap chase at Bangor in April and back to form when placed last 2 starts Not taken lightly TFRëëëëê BHA93
8 JO LESCRIBAA (FR) (36) 66346-3 BF
B g Tin Horse (IRE) - Violaine (FR)
5 10-13
Charlie Deutsch
The Shropshire Dreamers Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Mr & Mrs Louis Lafitte Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in a couple of French bumpers and showed ability over hurdles last season Ran up to best despite let down by jumping when third on chase bow at Ludlow on return and has plenty of room for improvement TFRëëëëê BHA90
9 SHADY
B (GB) (285) 2/00421- D
Br g Saint des Saints (FR) - La Bombonera (FR)
C & C Boultbee Brooks
Br Mr & Mrs Nigel Faulks
6 10-13
Richard Patrick
Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Minor promise in trio of starts over hurdles and confirmed chase/handicap debut promise when narrow winner at Chepstow when last seen in March. Remains with potential. TFRëëëëê BHA90
10 CROAGH PATRICK
(IRE) (16) 466P21 D
B g Mountain High (IRE) - Benedicta Rose (IRE)
Mr R. J. Hewitt
9 10-9
Charlotte Jones
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Margaret Treacy On His Own Stables Golden Sunset Holidays, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Ended long losing run at Carlisle 16 days ago but not an obvious one to follow up off
8lb higher TFRëëëêê BHA86
11 SHESUPINCOURT (GB)
(11) 0-05354 D
7 10-5
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Supreme Cove Conor Ring
Mr S. McCafferty Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br A. W. Buller
TIMEFORMVIEW Won twice over hurdles last season and best effort over fences when fourth over C&D 11 days ago. Claims with a repeat TFRëëëêê BHA82
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7, 9, 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note:
DECORATED: Following its run on 18/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was badly hampered by fallers.
JO LESCRIBAA: Following its run on 25/11/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake at the last.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Jo Lescribaa (FR), 15-2 Shady B (GB), 8-1 Grove Road (IRE), Dusautior (GB), 17-2 Ali Star Bert (GB), 9-1 Myfanwy’s Magic (GB), 10-1 Jessie Lightfoot (IRE), Croagh Patrick (IRE), 11-1 Shesupincourt (GB), 25-1 Decorated (GB), 50-1 Rostello (FR)
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SIXTH RACE 3.05
STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8900 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): O Murphy (52 wins from 227 runners, 23%) runs ITSNOTEASY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs ITSNOTEASY LONGEST TRAVELLER: ITO DITTO trained by N Martin, Minehead, 161 miles.
KNOCKANORE returned to the pick of his form when opening his account in a C&D handicap 11 days ago and a repeat should see him go close again for all the handicapper has certainly had his say. I’m Ravenous and chasing-debutants Accidental Legend and Itsnoteasy are another couple to note.
B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Berry Emery (FR)
Mr Rodney Nelson-Jones
Br SARL Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & J. Poitou
Ben Jones
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWWon a Sedgefield maiden hurdle in October and followed up on his chase and handicap debut at Warwick (2 1/2m, good) in November Similar form when runner-up at Doncaster (19f) later that month and respected for yard who continue in good form TFRëëëëê BHA119
2 ITO DITTO (FR) (25) 21P1-PP
B g Ito (GER) - Morning Moon
Bradley Partnership
Br Ecurie Des Charmes & Mr M. Martinez
6 11-12
James Bowen
Nicky Martin, Minehead
Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved last term, registering a third victory over hurdles in handicap at Lingfield (19.5f, heavy) in March. However, pulled up both starts over fences since returning in October and he has it to prove at present. TFRëëêêê BHA118
3
KNOCKANORE
(IRE) (11) F4-5621 CD 7 11-12
B g Shantou (USA) - Ballyoscar (IRE)
Dylan Johnston (3)
Ms J. Bennett Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Dermot Cunningham
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winning hurdler who returned to the pick of his form in that sphere when resuming winning ways in 8-runner C&D handicap 11 days ago, by 13 lengths from Taras Halls Definite claims with a repeat despite 10lb higher mark to contend with. TFRëëëëë BHA118
4 SLIP OF THE TONGUE (IRE)
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Female (IRE)
(52) 0/50-0PP 7 11-9
James Best
Moorland Racing, Bill Ransom & Steve Day Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
TIMEFORM VIEWEnded time with Padraig Roche in Ireland out of sorts and he was unable to land a blow having been easy to back when pulled up back over hurdles at Aintree for new yard last month. Hard to warm to back over larger obstacles. TFRëêêêê BHA115
5 ACCIDENTAL LEGEND (IRE) (21)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Cloth Fair (IRE)
12221-6
CD 7 11-7
Jonathan Burke
Mr Nic Brereton Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mr S. Spillane BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdler who boasts a fine record here, adding a third course success to his tally over 23f in April. Entitled to be sharper for his reappearance run here 21 days ago and he appeals as the type to make his mark now tackling larger obstacles. TFRëëëêê BHA113
6 LIME DROP (FR) (20) 225-213 C
Ch m Martaline - Lady Drop (FR)
8 11-7
Alice Stevens (3)
Mrs Christine Graves Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br Mr Patrick Fennessy Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWFilled the runner-up spot 5 times over fences before deservedly getting off the mark over 2m here in November Creditable effort from revised mark when third at Hereford (2m) 3 weeks ago and she ought to be competitive again back at this longer trip TFRëëëêê BHA113
7 ITSNOTEASY (IRE) (19) 1521-06 CD 6 11-6
B g Ocovango - Everybodys Dream (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Matt Fitzgerald and The Songsters Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Con Collins Motaclan S TIMEFORMVIEW£100,000recruitfromtheIrishpointingfieldwhomadeitthirdtimeluckyin21/2mmaidenhurdlehere12monthsago.Operatingbelowbestinpairof handicaps
8 HERMES DU GOUET (FR) (34) 30/562-P 7 11-2
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Dolly du Gouet (FR)
Charlie Deutsch
My Racing Manager Friends Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Thierry Lemoine
My Racing Manager S
TIMEFORM VIEWPoint/hurdles winner and best effort over fences last season when second of 4 in handicap chase at Fontwell (26f, heavy) in March
Ran modestly after 8 months off when pulled up at Hereford (25.2f) 5 weeks ago and blinkers enlisted now. TFRëëëêê BHA108
9 TARAS HALLS (IRE) (11) 020-542
B g Yeats (IRE) - Brixen (IRE)
Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford
6 11-2
Peter Kavanagh (3)
Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Mr Tom Ford Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner who was winless over hurdles but respectable start over larger obstacles, 13 lengths second of 8 to Knockanore in handicap chase at this C&D (heavy, 4/1) 11 days ago. Not taken lightly provided he brushes up his jumping. TFRëëëêê BHA108
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 9.
Stewards Note:
ITO DITTO: Following its run on 6/12/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
SLIP OF THE TONGUE: Following its run on 9/11/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Knockanore (IRE), 7-2 I’m Ravenous (FR), 13-2 Taras Halls (IRE), 8-1 Accidental Legend (IRE), 9-1 Lime Drop (FR), Hermes du Gouet (FR), 10-1 Itsnoteasy (IRE), 18-1 Ito Ditto (FR), 33-1 Slip of The Tongue (IRE)
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SEVENTH
3.40
(CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500 œ Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (45 wins from 239 runners, 19%) runs GHINA DI TACCO & HARMONY HEIGHTS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (6 wins from 37 runners, 16%) runs DIAMONDS GALORE LONGEST TRAVELLER: LETS MINGLE trained by L Russell, Kinross, 292 miles.
ANNIE HATHAWAY found an experienced stablemate too good on debut at Warwick last month but she beat the rest easily enough and a repeat of that may well suffice. Newcomers are feared most, headed by Harmony Heights and A Path To Ronda before market clues.
Ch m Getaway (GER) - Forget The Ref (IRE)
Philip Armson (3)
Robert Abrey & Ian Thurtle Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWGetaway mare Sister to fair hurdler Forget The Way, stays 2 1/4m, and half-sister to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/ useful chaser Midnightreferendum Big price but produced a promising first effort when second at Warwick a month ago. TFRëëëëë BHA-
2 A PATH TO RONDA (IRE)
(-)
4 11-5
Gr f Getaway (GER) - Dusty Too James Davies
Mr Gary Gillies Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Mrs Virginia McGrath BetVictor, racingclub.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW €40,000 3-y-o, Getaway filly Half-sister to numerous winners, including high-class hurdler/ top-class chaser Simonsig and useful hurdle winner/smart chaser Dusart Lot to like on papaer TFRëëëëê BHA-
3 BRIERY ROSE (GB) (-)
Ch f Sir Percy - Briery Belle
4 11-5
Tom Bellamy
Mrs H Plumbly, J Trafford, K Deane Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br Simon and Helen Plumbly Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sir Percy filly Dam (c139/h134) 2 1/2m/21f hurdle/chase winner (stayed 3m). TFRëëëêê BHA-
4 COMPROMISING (IRE) (-)
B f Marcel (IRE) - Youmeetmehalfway (IRE)
Mr J. J. W. Wadham
4 11-5
Mr Joshua Parker (7)
Lucy Wadham, Newmarket
Br Edward Sexton Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW €6,000 3-y-o, Marcel filly Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Its’afreebee One to take seriously on debut. TFRëëëêê BHA-
5 DIAMONDS GALORE (GB) (40) 6 BF
B f Diamond Boy (FR) - Youngstar
The Burling Family Ltd
Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot
4 11-5
James Bowen
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
The Burling Family Ltd, Unibet S
TIMEFORM VIEW €50,000 3-y-o, Diamond Boy filly Strong in the betting but never looked like justifying the confidence behind her when sixth of 11 in bumper at Warwick (16f, soft, 13/8) on debut Still, she represents a top outfit so better expected
6 GHINA DI TACCO (GB) (-)
B f Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - The Easter Rabbit
TFRëëëêê BHA-
4 11-5
Liam Harrison
The Happy Taccos Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br S. C. & M. K. Willes Pooky Lighting Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Soldier of Fortune filly Dam unraced half-sister to smart chaser (stayed 21f) Easter Meteor
One to note on debut (stable also responsible for Harmony Heights) TFRëëëêê BHA-
7 HARMONY HEIGHTS (IRE) (338) 42- 5 11-5
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Mariah’s Way
Jonathan Burke M Songer, C Bailey & M Dodd Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mr D. J. Aiken BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEW €60,000 3-y-o, £42,000 5-y-o, Flemensfirth mare Half-sister to useful hurdler/chase winner Densworth. Newcomers command serious respect from this trainer TFRëëëëê BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Milan filly. Dam (c104/h114) 21f/2 3/4m hurdle winner (stayed 25f) TFRëëêêê BHA-
9 KARLITA DESBOIS (FR)
(-)
Gr f Beaumec De Houelle (FR) - Extreme Dream (FR)
4 11-5
Charlie Deutsch
Mrs M. C. Sweeney Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Br EARL Guittet Desbois Bob Price & Son Groundworks S
TIMEFORM VIEW €30,000 3-y-o, Beaumec De Houelle filly. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart hurdler/chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Rebel Fitz and smart hurdler (stayed 25f) Ubak Newcomers command respect from this trainer TFRëëëêê BHA-
10 KERSHAW COUNTY (GB) (-)
B f Scorpion (IRE) - Kalifornia (IRE)
4 11-5
Alice Stevens (3)
Mrs Christine Graves Henry Daly, Ludlow
Br Vintner Stud Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW First form of a bumper winner, half-sister to fairly useful 21f hurdle winner Clarendon Street out of useful chaser (2 1/4m-2 1/2m winner, stayed 2 3/4m) Carrigeen Kalmia TFRëëëêê BHA-
11 LETS MINGLE (IRE) (65) 1-6
4 11-5
B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Thessalienne (FR) Conner McCann (7)
Mr E. Shervington Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Br James Luttrell Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who displayed plenty of ability when sixth of 12 in bumper at Aintree (17f, good to soft, 16/1) on NH debut 65 days ago. May well do better, particularly as her stamina is drawn out TFRëëëêê BHA-
12 MAJESTIC BO (IRE) (-)
5 11-5
B m Conduit (IRE) - Twenty Four Years (IRE) Lewis Stones (3)
Mr T. Murray D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Thomas Steele
TIMEFORMVIEW Conduit mare Dam (c104/h96), 2 1/4m hurdle winner, half-sister to fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 4m) Living Next Door TFRëëêêê BHA-
13 ROCK SENSATION (IRE) (296) 2-
4 11-5
B f Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Far Away Rock (IRE) Ben Jones Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Rock Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Rockvale Stud Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW £48,000 4-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel filly Dam, runner-up sole start in points, sister to useful hurdler/chase winner (stays 3m) Rock My Way. Runner-up sole start in points in March. TFRëëëêê BHADECLARED RUNNERS 13
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Annie Hathaway (GB), 13-2 Diamonds Galore (GB), Lets Mingle (IRE), 17-2 Harmony Heights (IRE), 9-1 Rock Sensation (IRE), 12-1 A Path To Ronda (IRE), 16-1 Briery Rose (GB), Karlita Desbois (FR), 18-1 Ghina di Tacco (GB), 20-1 Compromising (IRE), Kershaw County (GB), 33-1 Majestic Bo (IRE), 66-1 Havanacheekiun (IRE)
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First Race 12.30 - THE QUINNBET DAILY FREE BET 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, December 26th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 3lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb QuinnBet has kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £38. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
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Second Race 1.00 - THE 2025 UTTOXETER ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP NOW AVAILABLE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5650 to the winning horse The second to receive £2600, the third £1300, the fourth £650 and the fifth £324. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 29th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb UTTOXETER RACECOURSE have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 16 entries at £50. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4322; Second £2160; Third £1081; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.30 - THE HIGGY’S 70TH BIRTHDAY BASH 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, December 26th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 29th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Friends and family of Higgy have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 25 entries at £30. - Closed December 26th, 2024. 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 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.00 - THE WINTER LADIES RACEDAY SATURDAY 25TH JANUARY 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 26th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 29th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Uttoxeter Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 21 entries at £30. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.30 - THE HAPPY RETIREMENT DR MARTIN DAVIS 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 0-105. Enter by noon, December 26th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 29th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb UTTOXETER RACECOURSE have kindly sponsored this race to thank Dr Martin Davis for his services over the last 15 years. Martin will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 27 entries at £30. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.05 - THE QUINNBET NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 29th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb QUINNBET have kindly sponsored this race and will give a cash 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 £44. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.40 - THE QUINNBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED MARES’ OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 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 maiden three, 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 26th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 29th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 4lb; 4-y-o and 5-y-o 11st 5lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 24 entries at £22. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
2025 FIXTURE LIST
KEY Bold text = Feature Day = Live Entertainment (E) = Evening Racing
JANUARY
Saturday 25 Winter Ladies Day
FEBRUARY
Saturday 8 Super Saturday
MARCH
Saturday 15 Midlands Grand National
Saturday 29 Sausage and Cider Festival Raceday
MAY
Saturday 3
Saturday 17 (E)
Sunday 25 The Staffordshire Plate Day Evening Racing Family Fun Raceday ft The Clarke Chase
JUNE
Thursday 5
Saturday 14 (E)
Sunday 29 Afternoon Racing Evening Racing bet365 Summer Cup
JULY
Tuesday 8 (E)
Wednesday 16
Friday 25
Sunday 27 Evening Racing Afternoon Racing
Ladies Day Ft DJ Set
Family Fun Raceday
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday 10 Tuesday 16 Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing
OCTOBER
Sunday 5 Friday 17 Friday 31 Afternoon Racing Gents Day Afternoon Racing
NOVEMBER
Saturday 15 Thursday 27 Beer Festival Raceday Afternoon Racing
DECEMBER
Tuesday 9
Friday 19
Wednesday 31 Christmas Jumper Raceday Christmas Party Raceday New Years Eve Raceday
Fixture dates, themes and entertainment may change Please check the website for up to date information:
