Wolverhampton Racecard - Saturday 18th March

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JONATHAN HIPKISS

CROSS COUNTER - making a winning debut in the 32Red.com

EBF Novice Stakes here on 9th December 2017 Less than 12 months later, he became the first British-trained winner of the race that stops a nation - the prestigious Melbourne Cup.

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3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11 CD

weight st-lb

jockeys silks draw age

2 9-2 (2)

B c Teofilo (IRE) - Waitress (USA) Adam Kirby

Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

Br Godolphin Emirates S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 5. Teofilo colt Dam, 6f/7f winner, half-sister to useful 1m winner Woven Lace out of very smart 5f/6f winner Do The Honours. One to note on debut. TFR HHHHH BHA100

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Star Ratings Explained

Each horse is given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed

HHHII By no means without a chance

HHIII At least one or two hold stronger claims

HIIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope

IIIII Can be given little or no chance

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in 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

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1 Here We Go Now Isobelle Chalmers 16

Min Weight: 8st 6lbs mare Pony Age: 2016 Colour: Grey

Height: 145.5 Form:

Colours: Navy Blue, Red Chevron, Yellow Sleeves, Red Stars, Red Cap, Yellow Star

2 Bongo Bay Ashley Lewis 15

Min Weight: 8st 8lbs mare Pony Age: 2009 Colour: Bay

Height: 148 Form:

Colours: Orange, Red Epaulets, Orange Sleeves, Red Cap

3 Abrickinthewall Archie Price 14

Min Weight: 8st 3lbs gelding Pony Age: 2008 Colour: Bay

Height: 148 Form: 5 , 5

Colours: Navy Blue, Yellow Disc, Navy Blue Sleeves, Yellow Chevrons, Navy Blue & Yellow Quartered Cap

4 Follow the Fox Rosie Cooke 14

Min Weight: 9st 3lbs mare Pony Age: 2014 Colour: Bay

Height: 148 Form: 1 , 1

Colours: Dark Green, Brown Sleeves, White Cap

5 Mallow Royale Megan Ridsdale 16

Min Weight: 9st 3lbs mare Pony Age: 2013 Colour: Bay

Height: 148 Form:

Colours: Purple, White Cross Belts, Purple Sleeves, White Armlets, White Cap

6 Steal My Girl Rian Corcoran 15 Min Weight: 8st 8lbs mare Pony Age: 2014 Colour: Bay

Height: 147.5 Form: 2

Colours: Red, White Triple Diamond, Red Sleeves, White Spots, White Cap

7 I’m Making It Cara Tuke 14 Min Weight: 8st 3lbs mare

Height: 147.8 Form: 3

Colours: Dark Green, Red Sleeves, Dark Green Cap

Age: 2013

Bay

8 Bugatti Boy Barnaby Adler 15

Min Weight: 8st 8lbs gelding Pony Age: 2015 Colour: Bay

Height: 147.9 Form: 4 , 2

Colours: Black, Emerald Green Triple Diamond, Black Sleeves, Emerald Green Diamonds, Black Cap, Emerald Green Diamond

FIRST RACE 5.30

ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD

THE BETUK ACCA CLUB £5 FREE BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Rider Restricted Race)

Total prize fund £8200 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3386, 2nd £1693, 3rd £846, 4th £423, 5th £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Evans (71 wins from 631 runners, 11%) runs MAN MADE OF SMOKE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 15 runners, 47%) runs STRIKE ALLIANCE LONGEST TRAVELLER: STELIOS trained by P Makin, Leyburn, 150 miles.

STRIKE ALLIANCE wasn’t seen to best effect when fourth at Lingfield last time and can capitalise on a handy-looking mark now to open his account. Recent course scorer Mirabello Bay is next on the list under his 6lb penalty, with in-form maiden Coloane also in the picture in a competitive handicap

1-2-3: 1.STRIKE ALLIANCE (IRE) 2.MIRABELLO BAY (IRE) 3.COLOANE (IRE)

colours no horse st lb

Draw

1 MIRABELLO BAY (IRE) (5) 3215-11 CD 10-7 (in 6lb ex) (2)

Ch g Belardo (IRE) - Stone Roses (IRE) Aidan Keeley (5)

Ms Caroline Instone & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn

Br Mr John Donworth Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at this course (12.2f) 5 days ago, easily. Carries 6lb penalty but can make presence felt again.

2 BEAUTIFUL STAR (IRE) (14) 60440-3 9-11 (8)

B f U S Navy Flag (USA) - Lumiere Noire (FR) Stefano Cherchi

Amo Racing Limited Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Br W. Maxwell Ervine Sports Invest UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for 1st time, first run since leaving Richard Hannon when good third of 11 in handicap (17/2) at this course (7.2f) 14 days ago. Significantly up in trip and in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA62 3 SOOTHING BLAZE (GB) (21) 604

B c Oasis Dream - Afternoon (IRE) Laura Pearson (3) Kalabak Ltd William Stone, West Wickham Br Kalabak Ltd

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden Good fourth of 9 in maiden (33/1) at Chelmsford City (8f) 21 days ago, nearest finish Makes handicap debut and not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA60

4 DEED POLE (GB) (15) 0-4023 BF

9-9 (5)

B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Bright Girl (IRE) William Carson

Mr Clive Dennett Anthony Carson, Newmarket

Br Clive Dennett Raising The Standards

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden Good third of 5 in handicap (5/4) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 15 days ago. Significantly up in trip Can give a good account. TFRHHHII BHA60

5 STRIKE ALLIANCE (IRE) (28) 060-324

Gr c El Kabeir (USA) - Delma (IRE)

Mr Michael Blencowe

Br Mrs Ebba Pate

9-7 (11)

Joshua Bryan

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Moretons Investments Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort 9/2, didn’t enjoy the clearest of passages when fourth of 5 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 28 days ago, also needing stronger gallop Player with more to come TFRHHHHH BHA58

6 COLOANE (IRE) (8) 560-44

B f Cotai Glory - Stylish One (IRE)

Dr J. Walker

9-6 (3)

John Egan

William Jarvis, Newmarket

Br Belmont,Glenville B/stock Ltd & C.McAvoy Tattersalls

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 17/2, good fourth of 7 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 8 days ago, well positioned In the mix. TFRHHHII BHA57

7 MAN MADE OF SMOKE (GB) (22) 252620

Gr g Havana Gold (IRE) - Ya Halla (IRE)

Mrs I M Folkes & Richard kent

9-5 (4)

Alistair Rawlinson

David Evans, Abergavenny

Br Mickley Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. 15/2, seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 22 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA56

LITTLE ROMAN (IRE) (45) 306-315

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Anna David Billy Loughnane (5)

D Olver & The Likely Lads Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

Br Miss Anna Giunta

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner at Kempton in January Below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 10/1) 45 days ago so needs to bounce back

9 DAME SARRA (GB) (136) 000-

(1) Ch f Decorated Knight - Queen Sarra Kaiya Fraser (7) Austin and June Allison and Partner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Br Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd Tattersalls

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden Seventh of 10 in minor event at Kempton (7f, 150/1) Off 136 days Significantly up in trip Makes handicap debut Others look better treated at these weights. TFRHHIII BHA55

10 STELIOS (IRE) (35) 000-43

B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Xerxes (IRE) Shane Gray

P. J. Makin Phillip Makin, Leyburn

Br Limestone & Tara Studs

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden Good third of 5 in seller (12/1) at this course (8.6f) 35 days ago. Still needs a couple of these to falter

11 TERRY TWO JAGS (GB) (29) 000

B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Siren Song William Carver (3) Owen Promotions Limited Hugo Palmer, Malpas

Br Owen Promotions Ltd

(9)

TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced maiden Last of 12 in minor event at Southwell (11.1f, 150/1) 29 days ago. Visored for 1st time. Much more needed on his handicap debut

2022: LAMMAS 5 9 5 Adam McNamara 9-1 (David Loughnane) 8 ran

Visor worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 7.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 11.

Stewards Note:

HHIII BHA21

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

DEED POLE: Following its run on 3/3/2023 it was reported that the jockey’s saddle slipped.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Mirabello Bay (IRE), 11-2 Deed Pole (GB), 6-1 Strike Alliance (IRE), 8-1 Beautiful Star (IRE), 10-1 Coloane (IRE), 14-1 Man Made of Smoke (GB), 16-1 Little Roman (IRE), Stelios (IRE), 22-1 Soothing Blaze (GB), Dame Sarra (GB), 50-1 Terry Two Jags (GB)

RECORD TIMES

SECOND RACE 6.00

ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE HUGE DAILY BOOSTS ONLY AT BETUK CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (Rider Restricted Race)

Total prize fund £8200 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3386, 2nd £1693, 3rd £846, 4th £423, 5th £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Appleby (75 wins from 641 runners, 12%) runs TWISTALINE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Hawke (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs BIRDIE PUTT

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BIRDIE PUTT trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 146 miles.

This can go the way of TWISTALINE, who was unsuited by the drop to 7f when third at Southwell last week, so now stepped back up in distance, Mick Appleby’s consistent filly gets the verdict. Crazy Spin has finished runner-up on her last couple of starts and she may have to settle for silver again, with Buachaill rounding off the shortlist

1-2-3: 1.TWISTALINE 2.CRAZY SPIN 3.BUACHAILL (IRE)

1 BETTY FLETCHER (GB) (50) 5-00

9-2 (3)

B f Heeraat (IRE) - Jilmah (IRE) Sean Kirrane (3)

Mr N. Zayani Mitchell Hunt, Bridgwater

Br Dr B. Olding & Mr N. Zayani

VIEW Shown little in maiden/novices so far. Remains early days but tough to

2 BIRDIE PUTT (IRE) (60) 44665-0

B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Inch Perfect (USA)

Sam Quigley and Neil Tucker

Hawke, Tiverton Br Inch Perfect Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Went with no promise back on the Flat when eighth of 9 in minor event (100/1) at Kempton (12f) a couple of months ago. Back down in trip and has had a breathing operation since TFRHHIII BHA45

3 BUACHAILL (IRE) (8) 4400-01 CD

B g Gregorian (IRE) - Anazah (USA) Finley Marsh

The Haydock Badgeholders Stella Barclay, Garstang

Br Rathasker Stud Lancashire Racing Stables Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable type Finally got off the mark under a marked change of tactics in 7-runner minor event (14/1) at this course (8.6f) 8 days ago, suited by way race developed to lead before last 1/2f Task is now building on that TFRHHHII BHA49

4 CRAZY SPIN (GB) (21) 4-05022

7 9-2 (2)

B m Epaulette (AUS) - George’s Gift Dale Swift

Mr Nigel Sennett Ivan Furtado, Newark

Br Mrs A. Shone

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, good second of 8 in minor event at Chelmsford City (10f) 3 weeks ago, plugging on Merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA50

5 MISS ELSA (GB) (11) 030-002 CD

7 9-2 (4)

B m Frozen Power (IRE) - Support Fund (IRE) Kaiya Fraser (7)

Mr John Joseph Smith Lee Carter, Epsom

Br Eve Johnson Houghton

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Seventeen runs since last win in 2020 16/1, ran better than for a while when second of 13 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 11 days ago, running on Each-way claims TFRHHHII BHA48

6 QUOTELINE DIRECT (GB) (78) 022543- CD

10 9-2 (5)

Ch g Sir Percy - Queen’s Pudding (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5)

JFW Properties Ltd Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Mrs T. Brudenell Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Eleven runs since last win in 2022 Creditable third of 12 in handicap (28/1) at this C&D 11 weeks ago, staying on Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA48

7 SIX STRINGS (GB) (18) 051530 CD 9 9-2 (1)

B g Requinto (IRE) - Island Music (IRE)

Million Dreams Racing

Shane Gray

Derek Shaw, Sproxton

Br Andrew W. Robson Oakley Garden Buildings Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner here in January Ran

TWISTALINE (GB) (9) 432323 CD

B f Showcasing - Tongue Twista

Mick Appleby Racing

Br Whitsbury Manor Stud

4 9-2 (7)

Alistair Rawlinson

Michael Appleby, Oakham

Trade Access Panels Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner Twelve runs since last win in 2022 Respectable third of 10 in minor event at Southwell (7.1f, 3/1) 9 days ago. Significantly up in trip Has to be taken seriously with that in mind TFRHHHHH BHA50

2022: SAMMY SUNSHINE (GER) 4 9 4 Oisin McSweeney 11-4 (Rebecca Menzies) 10 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Hood worn by No. 3, 7. Visor worn by No. 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Stewards Note:

MISS ELSA: Following its run on 7/3/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Twistaline (GB), 7-2 Crazy Spin (GB), 4-1 Buachaill (IRE), 13-2 Miss Elsa (GB), 17-2 Six Strings (GB), 9-1 Quoteline Direct (GB), 40-1 Betty Fletcher (GB), 100-1 Birdie Putt (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 6.30

ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR MAIDEN THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD

THE BETUK OVER 40,000 LIVE STREAMED RACES RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES

(CLASS 4)(for horses in Bands B, C and D) (Rider Restricted Race) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Evans (71 wins from 631 runners, 11%) runs EROSION RISK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 15 runners, 47%) runs GRENHAM BAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUBAI DAWN trained by J Tate & TIME IN MOTION trained by G Boughey, both Newmarket, 125 miles.

The fact that DUE DATE went off the 11/4 favourite for his Kempton debut last autumn suggests he’s thought capable of a good deal better than he showed on that occasion so he might be worth siding with to see off the more established Erosion Risk. Newcomers Dubai Dawn and Concon Candy make paper appeal and would also come into it if the betting speaks in their favour

B c Due Diligence (USA) - Harryana To John Fahy

Mr Nurlan Bizakov Clive Cox, Hungerford

Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Sumbe Sas

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/4, ninth of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f) on debut in October. The fact he was so prominent in the betting suggests he’s thought capable of better

2 EROSION RISK (IRE) (8) 222223 3 9-3 (10)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Kadesh (IRE) Jordan Williams (5) Rocbrook Racing Club David Evans, Abergavenny

Br Mrs A. Hughes Emma Evans Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer Still a maiden after 13 starts but he’s consistent and should give another good account

3 GOLDEN MAVERICK (FR) (8) 0-6

3 9-3 (4)

B g Zarak (FR) - Waritta Ben Sanderson (3) Midtech Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br Mr Jacques Herold Mid-Tech (Air Products) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. 50/1, last of 6 in maiden over this C&D 8 days ago.

4 GRENHAM BAY (IRE) (218) 35-

3 9-3 (3)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Dawn of Empire (USA) William Cox Martin & Valerie Slade & Partner Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Ms Morna McDowall Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. Fifth of 6 in novice at Newmarket (7f, good, 4/1) when last seen in August. One to note in the market on return

5 CRAGGY RANGE (IRE) (17) (2lb) 0-0

B c Awtaad (IRE) - Arabian Pearl (IRE)

Benjamin Halsall

Br Mr J. C. Davies

3 9-1 (9)

George Downing

Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

ABM Catering Facilities Management

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt. 25/1, seventh of 9 in maiden at Lingfield (7f) 17 days ago. Likely more one for handicaps

6 DUBAI DAWN (IRE) (-) (2lb)

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 9-1 (2)

Ch c Dawn Approach (IRE) - Dorraar (IRE) Billy Loughnane (5)

Sheikh Hamed Dalmook Al Maktoum James Tate, Newmarket

Br Linden House Stables

TIMEFORMVIEW €70,000 foal, Dawn Approach colt. Half-brother to very smart 5f-7f winner Far Above Dam 7f winner Interesting newcomer

7 DERCOL (GB) (14) (4lb) 0

B g Bated Breath - Primanora

BHA-

3 8-13 (8)

Aidan Keeley (5)

D Lovatt & C Bacon Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

Br Clive Wragg

TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, eighth of 11 in maiden over this C&D on debut 14 days ago. Needs to have come on a fair bit.

TFRHHIII BHA-

8

STOIC SYD (IRE) (-) (4lb)

Gr g Zoffany (IRE) - Modern Love (IRE)

Nigel Sennett & Ivan Furtado

Br Ballyphilip Stud

3 8-13 (1)

Elle-May Croot (7)

Ivan Furtado, Newark

TIMEFORM VIEW 12,000 gns Zoffany gelding. Dam, placed at 6f/7f at 2 yrs, sister to Princess Margaret Stakes winner Angel’s Hideaway Betting should guide on debut

9 CONCON CANDY (IRE) (-)

Gr f Havana Grey - Child Bride (USA)

Ecurie Ama.Zingteam

Br Caitriona Fitzpatrick

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 8-12 (5)

Thore Hammer Hansen

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Archie Watson Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW£35,000 Havana Grey filly. Half-sister to several winners, including US Grade 2 1 1/2m/1 3/4m winner Juniper Pass and winner up to 6f Charming Kid. Dam unraced. Would enter the reckoning if the betting suggests he’s fancied

10 TIME IN MOTION (GB) (157) 0-

B f Time Test - Bridge Poseidon (IRE)

Woodhurst, Nelson, Chrysanthou & Castle

Br Charley Knoll Partnership

TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 8-12 (6)

Nicola Currie

George Boughey, Newmarket

George Boughey, SBK

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, last of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f) on debut in October. Best watched unless the market hints that a good deal better is expected this time.

2022: ACRION (IRE) 4 9 6 Thomas Greatrex 10-11 (Brian Meehan) 5 ran

TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Visor worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4, 8.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note:

DUE DATE: Following its run on 12/10/2022 it was reported that the horse was slow away and ran green.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Erosion Risk (IRE), 9-2 Dubai Dawn (IRE), 5-1 Due Date (GB), 11-2 Grenham Bay (IRE), 8-1 Concon Candy (IRE), 28-1 Dercol (GB), 40-1 Golden Maverick (FR), Stoic Syd (IRE), 50-1 Craggy Range (IRE), Time In Motion (GB)

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FOURTH RACE 7.00

ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE TOP ODDS EVERY DAY WITH BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (Rider Restricted Race)

Total prize fund £18800 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £7763, 2nd £3882, 3rd £1940, 4th £970, 5th £485. (Penalty Value £9839.92) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Appleby (75 wins from 641 runners, 12%) runs IN THE BREEZE AND ZEALOT

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 15 runners, 47%) runs WHIMSY LONGEST TRAVELLER: MYBOYMAX trained by M Hammond, Middleham, 140 miles.

OBSIDIAN KNIGHT proved his new mark was clearly still handy enough when finding only the progressive Zealot too strong at Newcastle earlier this month.With a talented 7lb claimer booked, he’s fancied to turn the tables with that rival and notch career success number 4. Zealot would hold major claims if lining up (made it 7 wins from last 8 starts at Chelmsford on Thursday), while Buxted Too and Nolton Cross should also be in the mix.

1-2-3: 1.OBSIDIAN KNIGHT (IRE) 2.ZEALOT 3.BUXTED TOO

colours no horse age st lb

1 ZEALOT (GB) (2) 1-14111

5 10-4 (in 5lb ex) (5)

B g Pivotal - Devotion (IRE) Billy Loughnane (5)

The Horse Watchers 1 Michael Appleby, Oakham

Br Petches Farm Ltd Trade Access Panels Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHas taken off for this yard, winning 7 of his 9 starts, latest at Chelmsford City (10f, 10/11) just 2 days ago under this excellent-value claimer Upped further in distance and would hold major claims if lining up with this trip potentially unlocking even more progress.

2 NOLTON CROSS (IRE) (12) 024-112 CD

HHHHI BHA96

4 9-4 (7)

Br g Dark Angel (IRE) - Pandora’s Box (IRE) Trevor Whelan Middleham Park Racing XCII Hugo Palmer, Malpas

Br Lynch Bages Ltd Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner in February. 5/2, creditable second of 6 in handicap at this C&D 12 days ago, having run of race Solid each-way player

3 PROTECTED GUEST (GB) (12) 03-0023 D

8 9-4 (2)

B g Helmet (AUS) - Reem Star Harry Burns (3)

John Guest Racing George Margarson, Newmarket

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 15 runs last year Confirmed return to form when third of 6 in handicap at this C&D (18/1) 12 days ago, missing break. TFRHHIII BHA87

4 BUXTED TOO (GB) (14) 111131 D

Ch g Iffraaj - Much Promise

5 9-2 (8)

Sam Feilden (7)

Buxted Partnership Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br Ashbrittle Stud & M H. Dixon Buxted Construction Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Seven wins from 27 Flat runs. 6/4, career best when cosily winning 5-runner handicap at Lingfield (12f, AW) 2 weeks ago, produced to lead final 100 yds. This is tougher but he’s clearly thriving. TFRHHHII BHA85

5 OBSIDIAN KNIGHT (IRE) (16) 142-212 D

5 8-10 (3)

Br g Awtaad (IRE) - Holda (IRE) Levi Williams (7) Insight Private Finance T. J. Kent, Newmarket

Br Wardstown Stud Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWLatest win at Lingfield in January. 7/4, good 1 1/2 lengths second of 6 to Zealot in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 16 days ago, conceding first run and pulling clear of rest Back up in trip and could well regain the winning thread. TFRHHHHH BHA79

6 IN THE BREEZE (IRE) (157) 4U5250- D

B g Harzand (IRE) - Its In The Air (IRE)

J & A Young (Leicester) Ltd

5 8-9 (4)

Theodore Ladd

Michael Appleby, Oakham

Br Philip & Orla Hore Jayplas

TIMEFORMVIEW Seventh of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, soft, 20/1) when last seen 5 months ago. Others look stronger TFRHHIII BHA78

7 WHIMSY (GB) (168) 411223- D

Ch f Charming Thought - Cape Victoria

Kingsclere Racing Club

4 8-7 (1)

William Cox

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Won twice at Salisbury last summer 11/2, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (12f, good). Off over 5 months and will need to hit the ground running. TFRHHHII BHA77

B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Plebeya (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5) Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Mr W. Huntingdon & Mr L. Norris Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner Three wins from 12 runs last year Latest win here in December 25/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 44 days ago. Likely to come up short in this TFRHHIII BHA75

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Zealot (GB), 7-2 Obsidian Knight (IRE), 9-2 Buxted Too (GB), 11-2 Nolton Cross (IRE), 17-2 Whimsy (GB), 12-1 Protected Guest (GB), 25-1 In The Breeze (IRE), 33-1 Myboymax (FR)

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FIFTH RACE 7.30

ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE SCU SELECTS EXPERT TIPS BY BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Rider Restricted Race)

Total prize fund £8200 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3386, 2nd £1693, 3rd £846, 4th £423, 5th £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Evans (71 wins from 631 runners, 11%) runs JACKS PROFIT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (4 wins from 30 runners, 13%) runs CHORAL WORK LONGEST TRAVELLER: INFINITIVE trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.

INFINITIVE has dropped to a handy mark on the pick of her 3-y-o form for Sir Michael Stoute and is taken to capitalise Jacks Profit, a recent winner over hurdles, is much respected back in this code, with the consistent Lexington Knight also feared.

VIEW C&D winner in October and has run creditably all 3 outings since, including

tongue strap when third over C&D (9/2) 19 days ago. Seems sure to remain competitive.

TIMEFORM

Fairly useful maiden who ran respectably when fourth of 8 in 12f

ago, having run of race Eased 3lb and looks on a good mark on the pick of her

maiden who wasn’t disgraced in first-time cheekpieces when fifth in 8-runner C&D handicap 19 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA68

5 THIBOUVILLE (FR) (17) 43000-0

5 9-9 (7)

B m Rajsaman (FR) - Tarnag (FR) Taylor Fisher (5)

Helium Racing Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Br Franklin Finance S.A.

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2020 and ran poorly on first run since leaving Mme G. Rarick after 11 months in 12f handicap at Kempton on UK debut 17 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA67

6 JACKS PROFIT (IRE) (54) 2312-32 D

4 9-7 (2)

B c Profitable (IRE) - Violet Flame (IRE) Jordan Williams (5)

Mr D. E Edwards

Br Stockvale Bloodstock Ltd

David Evans, Abergavenny

Emma Evans Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful at Kempton in November and posted a good second over C&D on most recent Flat outing. Left hurdling debut form behind in a first-time tongue strap when landing a 2m novice at Ludlow 16 days ago and has to be respected back in this code TFRHHHHI BHA66

7 CEDAR CAGE (GB) (21) 352/0-00

B g Golden Horn - Faslen (USA)

Mr Paddy Barrett

Br P. E. Barrett

6 9-7 (1)

Shane Gray

Derek Shaw, Sproxton

Askew & Barrett (Pulses) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW 80/1, last of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (13.3f) 21 days ago. Lots to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA65

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Ahd (USA) Connor Murtagh

Mr Conor Morris Patrick Morris, Prescot Br Old Carhue Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWNinth of 13 in handicap (11/1) at Redcar (10f, good to soft), missing break. Off 155 days and may just be in need of the run back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA56

2022: TONE THE BARONE 6 9 6 Ross Coakley EVENS (Stuart Williams) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Jacks Profit (IRE), 11-4 Lexington Knight (IRE), 5-1 Infinitive (GB), 9-1 Hot Team (IRE), 12-1 Choral Work (GB), 16-1 Pavlodar (FR), 33-1 Thibouville (FR), 50-1 Cedar Cage (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 8.00

SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE SPREADEX SPORTS BEST PREMIER LEAGUE ODDS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Rider Restricted Race)

Total prize fund £15500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6400, 2nd £3201, 3rd £1600, 4th £800, 5th £400. (Penalty Value £8112.70) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Appleby (75 wins from 641 runners, 12%) runs PLASTIC PADDY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S Dixon (3 wins from 27 runners, 11%) runs MOTAGALLY WEIGHTWATCHER: REVOLUTIONISE won off a handicap mark of 90, his rating is now down 8lb to 82. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TITAN ROCK trained by J J Quinn, Malton, 145 miles.

After 6 months off, GLORIOUS RIO shaped well when third at Southwell last time and he can build on that effort with the return to 7f to suit The 6-y-o is taken to get back to winning ways, with the consistent Justcallmepete heading the list of dangers. Follow Your Heart is also respected in his bid for a four-timer

1-2-3: 1.GLORIOUS RIO (IRE) 2.JUSTCALLMEPETE 3.FOLLOW YOUR HEART (IRE)

1 JUSTCALLMEPETE (GB) (3) 112244 4 9-11 (4)

B g Bated Breath - Firenze Joe Leavy (7) Peter Clarke Racing Partners James Evans, Kinnersley

Br Jan & Peter Hopper

TIMEFORMVIEWCompleted 4-timer with success at Southwell in January. Has continued in good heart since, conceding first run when fourth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 3 days ago. Merits consideration.

2 TYLOS (FR) (39) 1/54-226 CD

4 9-11 (5)

B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - New Arrival (FR) Joshua Bryan Hambleton Racing Ltd XLV & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Br Mr A. Foeckler Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner 7/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, below form when sixth of 11 in handicap at this C&D 39 days ago, though was slowly away from wide draw Could fare better this time around TFRHHHII BHA87

3 SEE YOU BOY (GB) (23) 20324-0

B g Siyouni (FR) - Alamarie (FR)

R Bruni & Les Boyer Partnership Marco Botti, Newmarket

Br Mr Rene Woolcott & Mrs Lauren Woolcott Marco Botti Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful performer at best in France last year However, down the field both starts for current yard 3 months apart, eighth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 23 days ago. Hooded now TFRHHIII BHA84

4 MOTAGALLY (GB) (93) 050004- C

7 9-7 (10)

B g Swiss Spirit - Gilt Linked Dale Swift Baker , Dixon , Chappell & Cope Scott Dixon, Rolleston

Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2020 8/1, again below form when fourth of 5 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) in December Has won both starts at this course, but has a bit to prove after 3 months off. TFRHHIII BHA83

5 TITAN ROCK (GB) (28) 050-055 D

5 9-7 (2)

B g Belardo (IRE) - Frabjous James Sullivan

Mr Ross Harmon & Partner John Quinn, Malton

Br Maywood Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on promise of previous run when fifth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 28 days ago. Has dropped to a career-low mark.

6 PHANTASY MAC (IRE) (11) 31531-0 C

B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Phantasmagoric (IRE)

Mrs Angela McAlpine & Ms M Lund

Br Niarchos Family

TFRHHHII BHA83

4 9-7 (8)

Nicola Currie

George Boughey, Newmarket

George Boughey, SBK

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Five wins from 9 runs last year, with her latest success at Kempton in October. Possibly needed the run when tenth of 14 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 16/1) 11 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA83

7 FOLLOW YOUR HEART (IRE) (17) 222-111

B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Al Gharrafa

S. & A. Mares

Br Deal Gharrafa Syndicate

CD 5 9-6 (11)

Billy Loughnane (5)

Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at this C&D on first 2 starts of the year, before completing hat-trick in 9-runner handicap at Kempton (7f, 4/1) 17 days ago. Respected in current form

TFRHHHHI BHA82

BELLAGIO MAN (IRE) (4) 254410 D

5 9-6 (9)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Rouge Noir Harry Russell (3)

Paul Musson & Antony Brittain

Br Ballyhane Stud

Antony Brittain, Warthill

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in February. 8/1, not in the same form when eighth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 4 days ago, slowly away Bounce back called for as he returns to this longer trip TFRHHIII BHA82

9 REVOLUTIONISE (IRE) (28) 10-0223 CD

Gr g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Modeeroch (IRE)

Mrs J Morley & Regents Racing

Br Ballylinch Stud

7 9-6 (6)

Collen Storey

Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWDual C&D winner, latest success here in November Placed on last 3 starts, left poorly placed when third of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 7/1) 28 days ago. Can give his running again. TFRHHHII BHA82

10 PLASTIC PADDY (GB) (16) 04-5135 BF

B g Buratino (IRE) - Bereka

Mr M. Goggin

Br Bearstone Stud

5 9-5 (3)

Alistair Rawlinson

Michael Appleby, Oakham

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle (1m) in February. Off only 2 days, needed stronger gallop when fifth of 7 in handicap (9/4) at the same course (7.1f) 16 days ago. Not dismissed lightly

B g Gutaifan (IRE) - Renaissance Rio (IRE)

Matt Watkinson Racing Club

Br Jim McDonald

TIMEFORMVIEW Shaped well after 6 months off when third of 9 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 23 days ago, nearest finish. Can return to winning ways back up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA73

2022: NIGHT NARCISSUS (IRE) 4 9 7 Liam Keniry 5-2 (Clive Cox) 6 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Hood worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 8, 10.

Stewards Note:

MOTAGALLY: Following its run on 15/12/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Follow Your Heart (IRE), 11-2 Justcallmepete (GB), 7-1 Plastic Paddy (GB), 8-1 Revolutionise (IRE), 10-1 Tylos (FR), Titan Rock (GB), 12-1 Glorious Rio (IRE), 14-1 Phantasy Mac (IRE), Bellagio Man (IRE), 25-1 See You Boy (GB), 33-1 Motagally (GB)

SEVENTH RACE 8.30

ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE SPREADEX SPORTS FIRST GOALSCORER INSURANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Rider Restricted Race)

Total prize fund £8200 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3386, 2nd £1693, 3rd £846, 4th £423, 5th £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Appleby (75 wins from 641 runners, 12%) runs BOND BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 15 runners, 47%) runs ROSCIOLI LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISTY AYR trained by K Dalgleish, Carluke, 271 miles.

A chance is taken on PANGLOSS, who was too free when below par at Kempton on his latest start but he is feasibly treated judged on last spring’s form, which includes a cosy success in a C&D novice, and he will have every chance if settling this time. Misty Ayr should appreciate returning to this trip having stayed on into third over 7f here last time and she is next on the list ahead of Roscioli and Young Fire.

1-2-3: 1.PANGLOSS 2.MISTY AYR (IRE) 3.ROSCIOLI

colours no horse age st

1 ATHEBY (GB) (17) 41030-0

4 9-9 (9)

B g Gutaifan (IRE) - Meet Marhaba (IRE) John Egan Racing For A Cause Michael Blake, Trowbridge

Br Ahmad Al Shaikh Sb Racehorse Rehoming

TIMEFORMVIEW First run since leaving Jane Chapple-Hyam when last of 9 in handicap (150/1) at Kempton (7f) 17 days ago. Back up in trip Makes tapeta debut and hooded for 1st time Others preferred. TFRHIIII BHA75

2 YOUNG FIRE (FR) (22) 443-406 C D

8 9-8 (6)

B g Fuisse (FR) - Young Majesty (USA) Mark Winn (5)

Mr Evan M. Sutherland David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Br Mr Cyril Morange Gain Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner Thirty runs since last win in 2021 17/2, sixth of 9 in handicap at this C&D 22 days ago, never nearer. Lurking on a dangerous mark and he’s not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA74

3 BOND BOY (GB) (5) 115356 CD

4 9-8 (7)

B g Equiano (FR) - Poppy Bond Alistair Rawlinson

Mr Mick White Michael Appleby, Oakham

Br North Cheshire Trading and Storage Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Latest win at Chelmsford City in February. Last of 6 in handicap at this course (7.2f, 6/1) 5 days ago. Back up in trip and will be a danger to all if he puts his best foot forward. TFRHHHII BHA74

4 VISIBILITY (IRE) (5) 424205 CD

6 9-8 (2)

B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Cry Pearl (USA) Dale Swift

Paul J Dixon Mr J Wylam & Mrs C J Wylam Scott Dixon, Rolleston

Br J. Waldron & J. Barton Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWFour-time course winner Four wins from 25 runs last year 3/1, fifth of 6 in handicap at this course (7.2f) 5 days ago, needing stronger gallop Back up in trip and looks vulnerable for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA74

5 MISTY AYR (IRE) (12) 0060-43

4 9-8 (1)

B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Rasana Shane Gray

Middleham Park Racing III & Partner Keith Dalgleish, Carluke

Br Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud Tattersalls

TIMEFORMVIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 11/2, creditable third of 7 in handicap at this course (7.2f) 12 days ago. Back up in trip and should have a part to play in the finish TFRHHHHI BHA74

6 PLUMETTE (GB) (22) 006-121 CD

7 9-6 (5)

B m Compton Place - Belatorio (IRE) Laura Pearson (3)

Jamie Rocke David Loughnane, Tern Hill

Br Whitsbury Manor Stud J. J Rocke General Builders Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time course winner 16/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at this course (7.2f) 22 days ago. Back up in trip and while she’s clearly in good form, this assignment demands another personal best TFRHHHII BHA72

7 ROSCIOLI (GB) (17) 05-3553

5 9-2 (10)

B g Territories (IRE) - Never Lose Joshua Bryan

Mr Philip Fox & Partner Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Tibthorpe Stud Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 22 Flat runs. 6/1, creditable third of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 17 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and couldn’t rule out. TFRHHHII BHA68

8

PANGLOSS (GB) (222) 321000- CD

B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Fantastic Santanyi

4 9-2 (8)

Callum Hutchinson (5)

Mr Robin Mathew Alan King, Barbury Castle

Br Robin Mathew Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Off 7 months but performed well over this C&D back from a break last March and he’s certainly not without hope

9 CAILIN SAOIRSE (GB) (10) 114-310 C

B f Bated Breath - Belle Travers

Gangbusters

Br Worksop Manor Stud

TFRHHHHH BHA68

4 8-10 (3)

Thore Hammer Hansen

Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner Latest win at Southwell in January. Ninth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 15/2) 10 days ago. Up in trip and the percentage call is to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA62

10 VICTORIA FALLS (IRE) (14) 230-651 CD

B f Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Red Oak

Mr D. R. Passant

4 8-10 (4)

William Carver (3)

Hugo Palmer, Malpas

Br Mr D. R. Passant GREENHOUS GROUP LTD

TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for 1st time, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at this C&D (2/1) 14 days ago, well positioned 2lb nudge fair enough but more will be needed if she’s to follow up in this deeper race TFRHHHII BHA62

2022: HEADORA 4 9 3 Charlie Bennett 12-1 (Jonathan Portman) 11 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Hood worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 2, 3, 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

ATHEBY: Following its run on 1/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung violently right-handed.

BOND BOY: Following its run on 13/3/2023 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Victoria Falls (IRE), 5-1 Roscioli (GB), 11-2 Misty Ayr (IRE), 7-1 Plumette (GB), 8-1 Young Fire (FR), 10-1 Pangloss (GB), 12-1 Bond Boy (GB), 14-1 Visibility (IRE), 16-1 Cailin Saoirse (GB), 100-1 Atheby (GB)

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 5.30 - THE BETUK ACCA CLUB £5 FREE BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

(Rider Restricted Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4291 to the winning horse The second to receive £2013, the third £1006, the fourth £503 and the fifth £250. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each race won 6lb NOTE: THIS IS A RIDER RESTRICTED RACE

Confined to riders who have ridden 30 or fewer winners in Great Britain during 2022.. BetUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 14 entries at £41. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3386; Second £1693; Third £846; Fourth £423; Fifth £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

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Second Race 6.00 - THE HUGE DAILY BOOSTS ONLY AT BETUK CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (Rider Restricted Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4291 to the winning horse The second to receive £2013, the third £1006, the fourth £503 and the fifth £250. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, March 13th and pay £41 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: THIS IS A RIDER RESTRICTED RACE Confined to riders who have ridden 30 or fewer winners in Great Britain during 2022. NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. BetUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 15 entries at £41. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3386; Second £1693; Third £846; Fourth £423; Fifth £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

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Third Race 6.30 - THE BETUK OVER 40,000 LIVE STREAMED RACES RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES

(CLASS 4)(for horses in Bands B, C and D) (Rider Restricted Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for maiden three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, March 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 8st 12lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). NOTE: THIS IS A RIDER RESTRICTED RACE Confined to riders who have ridden 30 or fewer winners in Great Britain during 2022.. BetUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries at £50. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS

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Fourth Race 7.00 - THE TOP ODDS EVERY DAY WITH BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

(Rider Restricted Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9839 to the winning horse The second to receive £4617, the third £2306, the fourth £1154 and the fifth £575. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligiblesee Standard Conditions). £94 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £76 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: THIS IS A RIDER RESTRICTED RACE Confined to riders who have ridden 30 or fewer winners in Great Britain during 2022.. BetUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 12 entries, 1 at £18 and 11 at £94.Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7763; Second £3882; Third £1940; Fourth £970; Fifth £485. (Penalty Value £9839.92) SS

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Fifth Race 7.30 - THE SCU SELECTS EXPERT TIPS BY BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Rider Restricted Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4291 to the winning horse The second to receive £2013, the third £1006, the fourth £503 and the fifth £250. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: THIS IS A RIDER RESTRICTED RACE Confined to riders who have ridden 30 or fewer winners in Great Britain during 2022.. BetUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 11 entries at £41. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3386; Second £1693; Third £846; Fourth £423; Fifth £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

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Sixth Race 8.00 - THE SPREADEX SPORTS BEST PREMIER LEAGUE ODDS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Rider Restricted Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8112 to the winning horse The second to receive £3806, the third £1901, the fourth £951 and the fifth £474. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligiblesee Standard Conditions). £77 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £62 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NOTE: THIS IS

A RIDER RESTRICTED RACE Confined to riders who have ridden 30 or fewer winners in Great Britain during 2022.. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £4000 towards the prize money for this race. Spreadex has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 26 entries, 1 at £15 and 25 at £77. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6400; Second £3201; Third £1600; Fourth £800; Fifth £400. (Penalty Value £8112.70) SS

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Seventh Race 8.30 - THE SPREADEX SPORTS FIRST GOALSCORER INSURANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Rider Restricted Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4291 to the winning horse The second to receive £2013, the third £1006, the fourth £503 and the fifth £250. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £41 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £33 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 11th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NOTE: THIS IS

A RIDER RESTRICTED RACE Confined to riders who have ridden 30 or fewer winners in Great Britain during 2022.. Spreadex has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 18 entries at £41. - Closed March 13th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3386; Second £1693; Third £846; Fourth £423; Fifth £212. (Penalty Value £4291.88) SS

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