Worcester Racecard - Saturday 3rd June

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LIVE MUSIC AFTER RACING from the ultimate covers band

£500 best dressed prize

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Have your picture taken by the flower wall to enter The Style Awards!

Look out for our spotters roaming around the County and Centre Course enclosures as well, who will also be seeking out any particularly stylish individuals.

12:00 Competition opens

14:20 Competition closes (15 minutes before 2nd race)

15:10 Finalists contacted and instructed to head to the parade ring

Welcome to Worcester’s highlight of the Season! Glamour, atmosphere, excitement and plenty of celebration has arrived to Worcester!

A very warm welcome to our feature sponsor of today, FBC Mamby Bowler and Kim Bayliss Wealth Management who is sponsoring our last race of the day. To both these local companies, we thank you enormously for the support you provide us and wish you both a great day. More details of what FBC Mamby Bowler and Kim Bayliss Wealth Management can offer can be found within the race card.

A very warm welcome to you all, to our 2023 Ladies Day and a very special welcome to St Richards Hospice and guests. We wish you all a very enjoyable day with us; full of fun and celebration. In aid of a fantastic charity, they will be carrying out a bucket collection so if you can spare any change, please do drop some in.

As always, we will be running the Style Awards Best Dressed Competition. For a chance to be in the running for the £500 prize, look out for our spotters who will invite you to the flower wall for a picture and a chance to enter the competition. The competition will close just before the 2nd race.

After racing head over to the Centre Course for some great live music from a local band, Junction7 to finish the day off dancing to some well known cover songs. Check out their website for more details of where you can catch this great band playing this Summer https://junction7band.co.uk

On the track we have 7 exciting races, of which we wish all our runners, riders, owners and trainers the very best of luck today. Albeit just 43 declared runners, each race will certainly provide some great excitement. Our grounds team have been working flat out to get the track in a great position for this highlight of our calendar year; with some very long days watering to maintain the ground; it does not go unappreciated and we thank all the support from across the group also. Arena Racing Company is a great family network and we welcome all team members who are here today, a very enjoyable day with us.

Today we have opened our new Annual Members Bar and although, it is not quite the finished item, we hope all our members will enjoy using their exclusive bar going forward.

We, as a team here at Worcester wish you the best raceday experience today and most of all, we thank you for supporting us. We do hope you will join us again at the home of Summer Jumping throughout our 2023 Season and please, visit our website and social for more details of what is happening here on course!

Have a great day with us and good luck!

We hope to see you again for our next raceday on Thursday 15th June to celebrate all things Irish; and if your name is Patrick or Patricia, you will gain FREE entry!

Michael Thomas General Manager

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10 11-12

B g Winged Love (IRE) - La Fandango (IRE) Andrew Tinkler

Atlantic Equine Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Michael Slevin Novae Management Limited Br

TIMEFORM VIEW Still capable of smart form over fences last season and made most of 2 good opportunities back over hurdles in May. This a lot harder but still the one to beat.

Star Ratings Explained

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

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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EPSOM DOWNS - SECOND RACE 1.30

ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12F ABT 6YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD COLTS AND FILLIES

THE BETFRED DERBY (Class 1)(Group 1)

Total prize fund £1561950 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £696005, 2nd £285681, 3rd £142918, 4th £71381, 5th £35769, 6th £17806. (Penalty Value £885781.84) A SS

A wide-open renewal with plenty of progressive and unexposed colts but MILITARY ORDER’s win at Lingfield was the most convincing of all the trials, so this brother to 2021 Derby winner Adayar has plenty going for him with his stamina guaranteed Passenger arguably would have won the Dante atYork (on only his second career start) had he not been forced to wait for a gap so he is high on the shortlist along with ChesterVase winner Arrest, who should continue to improve.

1-2-3: 1.MILITARY ORDER (IRE) 2.PASSENGER (USA) 3.ARREST (IRE)

colours no horse st lb Draw

1 ADELAIDE RIVER (IRE) (24) 1223-2 9-2 (14)

B c Australia - Could It Be Love (USA) (War Front (USA)) Seamie Heffernan

Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith/Westerberg Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

Br Coolmore

TIMEFORMVIEWWinning debut on AW last summer and placed 4 times at Group level since, though he was 6 lengths adrift of Dubai Mile/Arrest in Criterium de Saint-Cloud on final start 2-y-o and was again soundly beaten by Arrest in Chester Vase on return Very hard to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA105

2 ARREST (IRE) (24) 3112-1 D

B c Frankel - Nisriyna (IRE) (Intikhab (USA)) Frankie Dettori

Juddmonte John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Br Swordlestown Little Juddmonte Farms Inc

TIMEFORMVIEWMostprogressivejuvenilewhoscoredtwiceover1mbeforeheadsecondtoDubaiMile(AdelaideRiver6lengthsbackinthird)inCriteriumdeSaint-Cloud Smashed Adelaide River by a similar margin in Chester Vase on return last month and should make a bold bid with stamina assured. TFRHHHHI BHA115

3 ARTISTIC STAR (IRE) (18) 1-1

9-2 (8)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Nechita (AUS) (Fastnet Rock (AUS)) Rob Hornby

Mr J. C. Smith Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Br Coolmore

TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten Galileo colt, winning strong maiden at Nottingham (8.3f, soft) in October before defying penalty in good style at Sandown on return Remains with potential but experience/ability will be fully tested here. TFRHHIII BHA98

Br c Deep Impact (JPN) - Rhododendron (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Ryan Moore

M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

Br Coolmore

TIMEFORMVIEWUnluckyondebutandmadenomistakein3subsequentoutings,runningoutthecomfortablewinnerofGroup1FuturityatDoncaster(1m,heavy)inOctober. Ran

race when favourite for 2000 Guineas at Newmarket on return but still warrants plenty of respect with this trip likely to suit. TFRHHHHI BHA117

5 DEAR MY FRIEND (GB) (16) 1533-10 9-2 (1)

Ch c Pivotal - Dusty Red (Teofilo (IRE))

Middleham Park Racing XXV & Michael Lai

Andrea Atzeni

Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Bartlett, Beever & Cheveley Park Stud Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWPivotal colt who won novices at Carlisle (6f) and Beverley (7.4f) first 2 starts Made a winning return in listed race at Newcastle but limitations fully exposed in the Dante at York Big outsider TFRHIIII BHA104

6 DUBAI MILE (IRE) (28) 41121-5 9-2 (5)

Ch c Roaring Lion (USA) - Beach Bunny (IRE) (High Chaparral (IRE))

Ahmad Al Shaikh

Daniel Muscutt

Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Skymarc Farm Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWVery progressiveat 2yrs, secondtoTheFoxes in slowly-runRoyal LodgebeforegamelybeatingArrest inGroup 1CriteriumdeSaint-Cloud Ran aswell as could have been expected when fifth in 2000 Guineas at Newmarket on return and this trip likely to be more suitable Not to be underestimated. TFRHHHII BHA114

7 KING OF STEEL (USA) (224) 10- 9-2 (4)

Gr c Wootton Bassett - Eldacar (Verglas (IRE))

Amo Racing Limited

Kevin Stott

Roger Varian, Newmarket

Br BCF Services LLC Sports Invest UK Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFast-tracked to Group 1 level after an impressive debut success at Nottingham (8.3f, soft) but could manage only seventh in Futurity Trophy at Doncaster. Remains with potential but this is a massive ask on return for a new yard Bred to stay TFRHHIII BHA101

MILITARY ORDER (IRE) (21) 41-11 D 9-2 (9)

B c Frankel - Anna Salai (USA) (Dubawi (IRE)) William Buick

Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

Br Godolphin Emirates Fly Better

TIMEFORMVIEWBrothertoDerbyandKingGeorgeVIwinnerAdayar.Beatenatshortoddsfirst-timeoutbuthasmadenomistakesince,completinghat-trick with a bit in hand in Lingfield Derby Trial 3 weeks ago by 1 1/4 lengths from Waipiro Every chance of emulating his brother. TFRHHHHH BHA111

9 PASSENGER (USA) (16) 13 BF 9-2 (7)

B c Ulysses (IRE) - Dilmun (USA) (War Front (USA)) Richard Kingscote

Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket

Br Flaxman Holdings Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWScopey sort who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in maiden (Wood Ditton) at Newmarket and took a massive step forward when third in Dante at York, likely to have gone very close to winning with a clear run. Has since been supplemented for this and remains an exciting prospect TFRHHHHI BHA112

10 SAN ANTONIO (IRE) (23) 53-11 9-2 (12)

B c Dubawi (IRE) - Rain Goddess (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) W. M. Lordan

M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

Br Coolmore

TIMEFORM VIEWContinued his race-by-race progression when bolting up in a Dundalk maiden (10.7f, 10/3) on return and threw his hat into the Derby ring when following up in the Dee Stakes at Chester, making most. Another big step forward required, however, and Moore prefers Auguste Rodin TFRHHIII BHA106

11 SPREWELL (IRE) (27) 42-11

9-2 (6)

B c Churchill (IRE) - Lahaleeb (IRE) (Redback) Shane Foley

Mr Mohammed Khalid Abdulrahim Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland

Br Mr Khalid Abdul Rahaim

TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed2-y-opromisewhenmakingawinningreturninnoviceatNaas Progressedagaintackling11/4mforthefirsttimewhenfollowingupinDerbyTrial at Leopardstown, advertising his Derby credentials with a very smart effort Ground an unknown (raced only on heavy) but still much respected TFRHHHHI BHA112

12 THE FOXES (IRE) (16) 4011-21

9-2 (3)

B c Churchill (IRE) - Tanaghum (Darshaan) Oisin Murphy

King Power Racing Co Ltd Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Barronstown Stud King Power International Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWProgressive Churchill colt who followed up maiden win in a slowly run but strong renewal of the Royal Lodge at Newmarket final start at 2yrs. Solid return in the Craven there and proved well suited by longer trip when holding off White Birch in Dante at York Firmly in the mix.

13 WAIPIRO (IRE) (21) 6-12 9-2 (11)

B c Australia - London Plane (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))

Tom Marquand

Mr P. K. Siu Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Br Shane Molan ABM Catering Facilities Management

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a different proposition to debut when making all in novice at Newmarket on return. Again showed significant improvement when pushing MilitaryOrderinLingfieldDerbyTrial,beatenonlyfinal100yds.Fullyentitledtotakehischance,thoughhistemperamentwillbetested(excitablecolt).

14 WHITE BIRCH (GB) (16) 51-12

Gr c Ulysses (IRE) - Diagnostic (Dutch Art)

Mrs C. C. Regalado-Gonzalez

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Colin Keane

John Joseph Murphy, Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise to run out a ready winner of maiden at Dundalk and took another big step forward when following up in 6-runner Ballysax Stakes at Leopardstown (10f, heavy) on return. Ran on strongly when close second in Dante at York since and extra 2f will suit. Considered. TFRHHHHI BHA112

2022: DESERT CROWN 3 9 2 Richard Kingscote 5-2 (Sir Michael Stoute) 17 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Tongue Strap worn by No. 14.

Stewards Note:

AUGUSTE RODIN: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

PASSENGER: Following its run on 18/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was repeatedly impeded late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Auguste Rodin (IRE), 5-1 Military Order (IRE), 13-2 Passenger (USA), 7-1 Arrest (IRE), 14-1Sprewell(IRE),TheFoxes(IRE),18-1DubaiMile(IRE),WhiteBirch(GB),25-1Waipiro(IRE),50-1ArtisticStar(IRE), San Antonio (IRE), 80-1 King of Steel (USA), 100-1 Adelaide River (IRE), 200-1 Dear My Friend (GB)

FIRST RACE 2.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6450 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2605, 2nd £1302, 3rd £651, 4th £326, 5th £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): W Greatrex (5 wins from 32 runners, 16%) runs HERMES LE GRIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Greatrex (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs HERMES LE GRIS WEIGHTWATCHER: ORNUA won off a handicap mark of 142, his rating is now down 44lb to 98.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HERMES LE GRIS trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 70 miles.

FOX’S SOCKS put in a good shift when third back from a break at Southwell and he could be the answer off the same mark. Stumps Or Slips and Sir Jack West both struck at the second attempt over fences on their latest outings and the former is feared most.

1-2-3: 1.FOX’S SOCKS (FR) 2.STUMPS OR SLIPS (IRE) 3.SIR JACK WEST (IRE)

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1 ORNUA (IRE) (165) 564350- D

12 12-0

Ch g Mahler - Merry Heart (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3) Ms G. Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Br Mr Brett Merry DRILL SERVICE (HORLEY) LTD, Nds Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time smart chaser in Ireland for Henry de Bromhead but not so good nowadays and he was beaten a long way at Ludlow when last seen in December. TFRHIIII BHA98

2 STUMPS OR SLIPS (IRE) (37) 2653P1-

6 11-13

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Queeny’s Princess (IRE) Lewis Stones (3) Mr William Woodhouse Tom Weston, Hindlip

Br Fergus O’Neill

TIMEFORM VIEWSeven-race maiden over hurdles and didn’t jump well on chase debut at Warwick in February. Again didn’t look a natural at the same course (16.2f, good) next time but the mistakes didn’t stop him winning and strong claims up 6lb here TFRHHHHI BHA97

3 SIR JACK WEST (IRE) (17) P31P3-1 CD

B g Westerner - Star Sprinkled Sky (IRE)

Knowle Racing Stables Limited

7 11-8

Chris Ward (3)

Deborah Cole, Solihull

Br Patrick Cronin Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner at Leicester in November and off the mark at second attempt in this sphere over C&D (good to soft) 17 days ago. 4lb rise by no means harsh and he has to enter calculations TFRHHHII BHA92

4 FOX’S SOCKS (FR) (19) 04525-3 D BF

Br g Crillon (FR) - Queva de Sarti (FR)

The Lost My Socks Racing Syndicate

Br E.A.R.L Pestour, C Pestour & N. Pestour

8 11-5

Harry Bannister

Alex Hales, Edgecote

Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who has posted solid efforts in defeat on 2 of his 4 starts since switched to fences, most recently faring best of those held up when third of 11 at Southwell (20.4f, good) Needs considering off the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA89

5 SINISTER MINISTER (GB) (20) 0P0/2P-0

Gr g Malinas (GER) - Champagne Lil

Foxhunters In Mind

Br Mr A. M. Armitage

8 11-1

Sean Houlihan

Sheila Lewis, Brecon

PHILIP JONES FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS

TIMEFORMVIEWAfter 8 months off, proved that he retains his ability when runner-up over hurdles here in October. However, well held both starts since and needs to turn things round now switched to fences in first-time cheekpieces TFRHIIII BHA85

6 FAMOSO (IRE) (29) F352P-0

B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE)

The Evron Experience

Br Sweetmans Bloodstock

7 10-13

Stan Sheppard

Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win a race of any description and, unless the change of scenery (makes debut for new yard) has a positive effect, he will probably struggle once more TFRHIIII BHA83

7 HERMES LE GRIS (FR) (17) 5060P-3

6 10-11

Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Lola Lolita (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr

David Turner & Ellie Lines

Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Jacques Lauriot 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing in handicap hurdles this year and it’s hard to envisage him reversing recent C&D placings with Sir Jack West (finished 15 1/2 lengths adrift of that rival) TFRHHIII BHA81

DOGEM BY DESIGN (IRE) (14) PP425-3

B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Janal (IRE) Ben Poste

Mr R. D. Potter Ryan Potter, Sellack

Br Niall McGrady

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved when second in a 5-runner Catterick handicap chase (15,7f, good) in February but that is very much a standout effort Others preferred for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA77

9 CARO DES FLOS (FR) (22) PP244-5 CD 11 10-5

B g Tiger Groom - Royale Marie (FR) Tom Bellamy

Mrs J.A Benson & Miss S.N. Benson Julian Smith, Tirley Br Mr Clovis Bardin & Mme Florence Bardin Mrs Benson & Miss S.N. Benson

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor strike rate and efforts since returning from a break have hardly hinted that a revival is imminent Now tried in blinkers. TFRHHIII BHA75

1, 8.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Stumps Or Slips (IRE), 10-3 Sir Jack West (IRE), 4-1 Fox’s Socks (FR), 10-1 Dogem By Design (IRE), 12-1 Hermes Le Gris (FR), 14-1 Caro des Flos (FR), 25-1 Sinister Minister (GB), 40-1 Famoso (IRE), 100-1 Ornua (IRE) RACE RESULT:

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SECOND RACE 2.35

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE MANBY NOT MANDY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £9200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1857, 3rd £929, 4th £465. (Penalty Value £4858.52) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Fergal O’Brien (35 wins from 178 runners, 20%) runs AVIEWTOSEA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 32 runners, 28%) runs AVIEWTOSEA LONGEST TRAVELLER: DALKINGSTOWN trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

AVIEWTOSEA did very well over fences last season, winning 3 of his 4 starts (including over C&D), and he can resume winning ways having shaped well on his comeback at Southwell Dalkingstown should also prove better for his return so is feared most.

1-2-3: 1.AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) 2.DALKINGSTOWN 3.KAKAMORA

colours no horse age st lb

1 AVIEWTOSEA (IRE) (19) P/1211-3 CD

8 12-0

B g Where Or When (IRE) - Final Run (IRE) Paddy Brennan

The O’Brien McPherson Syndicate 1

Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br William Martin Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEWMade it 3-4 over fences last season when seeing off 3 rivals over C&D in September. Probably needed the run after 8 months off at Southwell 19 days ago, eventually beaten much further than looked likely entering the straight Should do much better here TFRHHHHH BHA118

2

KAKAMORA (GB) (25) F/6251-5 BF

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Roche d’Or

Tim Syder

8 11-13

Tom Bellamy

Tom George, Slad

Br Mr S. M. Couling HBA Media

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual hurdles winner who gained his first success in this sphere in 5-runner handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f) in April, forging clear. Ran no sort of race at Ludlow since, however. TFRHHHII BHA117

3

SHETLAND BUS (GER) (25) 311P5-P D

Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Shali Tori (FR)

10 11-13

Lee Edwards

Mr D. Hague Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Frau Le Meur Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWIt all clicked for him over fences with cheekpieces added in the autumn, winning over shorter trips at Stratford and Fakenham

Not been in same form in 3 outings since, though, and percentage call is to look elsewhere. Change of headgear TFRHHIII BHA117

4

DALKINGSTOWN (GB) (20) 22116-F CD

9 11-1

Ch g Malinas (GER) - True Rose (IRE) Sean Bowen

Mr Roddy Owen Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Miss S. J. Turner Foodnet Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWon a chase/hurdle over 23f here last summer and shaped as if needing the run when falling at Plumpton on return 3 weeks ago. Claims TFRHHHHI BHA105

2022: OSCAR MONTEL (IRE) 8 11 7 Paul O’Brien 4-1 (Charlie Longsdon) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Visor worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Aviewtosea (IRE), 11-4 Dalkingstown (GB), 3-1 Kakamora (GB), 7-1 Shetland Bus (GER)

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THIRD RACE 3.10

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD

THE TANTEC OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £4800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2003, 2nd £1002, 3rd £501, 4th £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Fergal O’Brien (35 wins from 178 runners, 20%) runs HINT OF SAGE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 32 runners, 28%) runs HINT OF SAGE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROPEMAN trained by Mrs D O’Neill, North Fawley, 78 miles.

The suggestion is JOHNNY BLUE, the mount of Nico de Boinville of the Henderson pair Hint of Sage and Thirtyfour Thirty might be the pair to give him most to do, although the betting will obviously provide more clues.

1-2-3: 1.JOHNNY BLUE (IRE) 2.HINT OF SAGE (IRE) 3.THIRTYFOUR THIRTY

colours no horse age st lb

1 ROPEMAN (GB) (23) 6-0

5 11-2

B g Telescope (IRE) - Ley Lady Grey Tabitha Worsley (3) Fawley House Stud Danni O’Neill, North Fawley

Br Fawley House Stud Fawley House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability on debut at Lingfield but well beaten at Huntingdon since Likely outsider TFRHHIII BHA-

2 JOHNNY BLUE (IRE) (-)

4 10-11

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Accordian Lady (IRE) Nico de Boinville

Mr John I Neocleous Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Ian Heslin Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW EUR70,000 Soldier of Fortune half-brother to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser

Mister Hotelier Top stable operates at a 29% strike-rate in bumpers here. Likely to play a leading role TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 THIRTYFOUR THIRTY (GB) (-)

4 10-11

B g Telescope (IRE) - Lifeboat Mona Sam Twiston-Davies

Willy Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Dr Bryan Mayoh

TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope gelding. Dam (h134) bumper/2

4 HINT OF SAGE (IRE) (-)

Br f Sageburg (IRE) - Horner Vale (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

3/4m hurdle winner Stable has a healthy 16-97 bumper record here over the years.

4 10-4

A. P. Heskin

Mr Fergal O’Brien Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br A. P. Heskin Ltd Bresbet, Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORMVIEW Sageburg filly Sister to fair hurdler Exmoor Forest Her very much in-form yard enjoys plenty of bumper success

5 MILITARY MISTRESS (IRE) (-)

B f Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Flirthing Around (IRE)

Great Expectations Racing

TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 10-4

Paul O’Brien

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Tommy Newton Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW €21,000 Soldier of Fortune filly. Half-sister to useful hurdler Monkshood and fairly useful chaser Lilith Dam bumper/2m hurdle winner The stable second string on jockey bookings but she could still play a part

6 THE MASTERS MAIDEN (GB) (-)

B f Jack Hobbs - Fairy Theatre (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 10-4

Alex Edwards

Mr & Mrs Mark Laws Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Jeremy MacTaggart Adm Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs filly. Dam (h106), maiden hurdler, sister to smart hurdler/top-class chaser (stayed 29f) Bellshill. Betting should guide to expectations.

TFRHHHII BHA-

2022: UNCLE ARTHUR 4 10 11 Sam Twiston-Davies 5-4 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 3.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Johnny Blue (IRE), 7-2 Military Mistress (IRE), 4-1 Hint of Sage (IRE), 11-2 Thirtyfour Thirty (GB), 11-1 The Masters Maiden (GB), 66-1 Ropeman (GB)

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RECORD TIMES

WELCOME BACK to Worcester Racecourse for the start of our 2023 racing season

As you may have noticed, there are a few changes around the racecourse. At the end of last season, we started work on the new Weighing Room facility which we hoped would be ready for today.

Sadly, the weather has seriously impacted the work that has been taking place across our off season. Whilst significant flooding of the racecourse site is not uncommon during the winter months, the River Severn has run at particularly high levels on a number of occasions this year, encroaching on to the footprint of the development as per the image below.

Whilst the work now continues apace, we will today be using the temporary Weighing Room facilities that we used throughout last season, and our thanks go to the Jockeys, Valets and Officials with whom we have cooperated on this project.

We appreciate the slight difference that you’ll see in the Racecourse over upcoming fixtures, but very much look forward to opening the new Weighing Room as soon as we can later this summer.

As ever, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me.

Michael Thomas, General Manager Worcester Racecourse

FOURTH RACE 3.45

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES

THE LAW WITHOUT HORSING AROUND MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 5lbs.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Jonjo O’Neill (19 wins from 138 runners, 14%) runs WALK OF NO SHAME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs LATINO FLING

LONGEST TRAVELLER: PURE THEATRE trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 116 miles.

LATINO FLING took advantage of a further easing in the weights at Aintree 2 weeks ago and remains on a good mark up 4lb Pure Theatre was always holding on when making a winning handicap bow at Fontwell so is feared most.

1-2-3: 1.LATINO FLING (IRE) 2.PURE THEATRE (IRE) 3.WALK OF NO SHAME (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 LATINO FLING (IRE) (15) 40653-1 D

8 11-9

B m Milan - Five of Spades (IRE) Brian Hughes

Colin and Kay Taylor Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Anthony Walsh Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWGood strike rate over hurdles for this yard and capitalised on ease in weights when adding 6-runner mares ’ handicap to her tally at Aintree (20f) 15 days ago. 4lb rise is fair so another bold bid is on the cards. TFRHHHHH BHA113

2 NEXTDOORTOALICE (IRE) (104) 240/3P5-

7 11-7

B m Mahler - Lady Zephyr (IRE) Harry Bannister The Syndicate Next Door Alex Hales, Edgecote

Br Noel Doyle Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWRan up to best when third on 21f Wincanton reappearance in November but disappointed at Fakenham on New Year’s Day and faded into a well-held fifth when stepped up to 3m at Newbury following month. Drop back in trip should at least suit, TFRHHHII BHA111

3 PURE THEATRE (IRE) (16) 5021-31

5 11-5

B m Court Cave (IRE) - Faucon Jack Martin (7) Potwell Racing Syndicate IV Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br D. E. Cantillon Geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORMVIEW Taken well to hurdles, winning 2 of her 4 starts, including on handicap bow at Fontwell last month under this rider, making all and always holding on Should go well again TFRHHHHI BHA109

4 WALK OF NO SHAME (IRE) (33) 15126-3

6 11-2

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ultimate Echo (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Mrs Sharon Wilks & Mr Paul Taiano Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br William P. Delaney Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Lingfield in February and quickly back to form when third at Warwick last month. Headgear now fitted and not taken lightly

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4.

TFRHHHHI BHA106

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Latino Fling (IRE), 5-2 Pure Theatre (IRE), 10-3 Walk of No Shame (IRE), 8-1 Nextdoortoalice (IRE)

FIFTH RACE 4.20

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE #BEPARTOFIT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 7lbs.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Jonjo O’Neill (19 wins from 138 runners, 14%) runs PLAYTOGETAWAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Jonjo O’Neill (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs PLAYTOGETAWAY WEIGHTWATCHER: BANNISTER won off a handicap mark of 111, his rating is now down 5lb to 106.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: BANNISTER trained by T R George, Slad, 39 miles. PILLAR OF STEEL trained by Henry Oliver, Kinnersley, 39 miles.

It was hardly a deep race that PLAYTOGETAWAY won at Huntingdon in April, but he was value for extra over the result and appeals as the type to go on improving for a while yet, so is difficult to oppose in his follow-up bid. Pillar of Steel and Bannister have fallen to good marks and go well at this track

1-2-3: 1.PLAYTOGETAWAY (IRE) 2.PILLAR OF STEEL 3.BANNISTER (FR) colours no horse

1 PILLAR OF STEEL (GB) (146) 264330- CD

B m Shirocco (GER) - Miss Conduct Brian Hughes

Kate Ive Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Br J. Spearing and Kate Ive

in a rare poor effort on final appearance for John Spearing but back on a good mark and one to watch closely in the betting now setting out for Henry

handicaps last summer

2 PLAYTOGETAWAY (IRE) (54) F/60451- D 5 11-5

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Play Trix (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr Betfred Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Jennifer Coleman & Philip Heskin Wasdell Group

Built on his maiden/novice run when making a successful start in handicaps in 5-runner event at Huntingdon

soft, 2/1) 54 days ago, asserting final 100 yds. Will go on improving and can follow up

3 BANNISTER (FR) (33) 21456-5 CD

6 11-4

Gr g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Amou Daria (FR) Sean Bowen Crossed Fingers Partnership Tom George, Slad Br Oceanic Bloodstock & Eric Puerari HBA Media

Dual C&D winner last summer Has struggled since but is potentially well treated if/when he does perk up TFRHHHII BHA106

4 BLACK BUBLE (FR) (410) 21PP40/- 10 11-2

B g Valanour (IRE) - Miss Bubble Rose (FR) Lilly Pinchin (3) Northway Lodge Racing Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br X. Bollart, P. Bollart et al Patrico Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW Fair handicap hurdler who is unlikely to be suited by this significant drop in trip on his

start for 13 months Looks best watched TFRHHIII BHA104

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Playtogetaway (IRE), 3-1 Bannister (FR), 9-2 Pillar of Steel (GB), 12-1 Black Buble (FR)

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SIXTH RACE 4.55

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE PEAK PACKAGING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Fergal O’Brien (35 wins from 178 runners, 20%) runs BLUE CLOVER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (9 wins from 32 runners, 28%) runs BLUE CLOVER

LONGEST TRAVELLER: AMALFI BAY trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 116 miles.

The market should reveal plenty here but AMALFI BAY is taken to build on his promising start for Anthony Honeyball and get off the mark in this sphere. Hurdling-newcomer Ruler Legend is feared most, especially if the betting vibes are positive after his absence, while Painless Potter has the form to play a major part if this switch to hurdling sparks a resurgence.

1-2-3: 1.AMALFI BAY 2.RULER LEGEND (IRE) 3.PAINLESS POTTER (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 AMALFI BAY (GB) (24) 5

5 11-2

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Affinity Sean Bowen

Elite Racing Club Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br Elite Racing Club Elite Racing Club

TIMEFORMVIEWFair winning handicapper on the Flat for Harry & Roger Charlton (stays 1 3/4m) and started well in this sphere with a tongue strap applied when fifth of 11 in 2m6f Fontwell maiden hurdle last month More to come Big shout. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 EMANATE (GB) (17) 4-5

B g Coach House (IRE) - Emerald Girl (IRE)

5 11-2

A. P. Heskin

Mr John Heaney Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Heaney Family Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden on the Flat. Only poor fifth of 9 in novice hurdle at this C&D (good to soft, 8/1) 17 days ago so needs to take a big step forward.

3 HIDOL DU LIVET (FR) (28) P/4-5

Br g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Queen Las (FR)

Mr Michael P. Tudor

TFRHHIII BHA-

6 11-2

Sam Twiston-Davies

Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br G.A.E.C Des Livets et al Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame on the second of his 2 starts in Irish points 15/2, hinted at promise when fifth of 7 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) on NH debut 28 days ago. In the picture

4 ISLEBRIAND (FR) (375) 3/5-

B g On Est Bien (IRE) - Bloane (FR)

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Brian Hughes

Mr D. McCain Jnr Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Mr Patrick Moulin Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Third in a Sedgefield bumper but he came in last of 5 in novice hurdle (25/1) at Bangor (16.7f, good to soft) on hurdles bow. Off 12 months with work to do

5 PAINLESS POTTER (IRE) (15) 33/U-

B g Camacho - Wider World (IRE)

Mr R. G. Gilbert

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 11-2

Aidan Coleman

Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Ronan Tynan Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed on both his runs over hurdles but cheekpieces on for 1st time when only tenth of 12 in Flat handicap at Newbury 15 days ago. The form pick if back on song. TFRHHHII BHA108

6 RICK BLAINE (IRE) (21)

B g Ruler of The World (IRE) - Saturday Girl

6 11-2

Harrison Beswick (3)

Mr Dan Gilbert Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Mr R. J. C. Wilmot-Smith Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat winner but only seventh of 10 in handicap at Nottingham (14f, heavy) 21 days ago. Needs more now going over hurdles.

7 RULER LEGEND (IRE) (227)

TFRHHIII BHA-

4 10-11

B g Camelot - Avenue Dargent (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Barrowman Racing Limited Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Cocheteux-Tierno Roberto Knox Group

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful Irish Flat 10f winner in 2022. Goes hurdling for new yard after 7 months off and he’s one to consider

TFRHHHHI BHA-

BLUE CLOVER (GB) (6) 32352-P

B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Asola Blue (FR)

F&M Bloodstock Limited

Br Yorton Farm Stud

5 10-9

Paddy Brennan

Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

The General Asphalte Company Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from his hurdling debut second when pulled up in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good to soft) 6 days ago. Has something to prove now.

9 CHELSEA ANNIE (IRE) (17) 0

TFRHHIII BHA-

4 10-4

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Miss Sally (IRE)

Br Helen Smith & Sally Mullen

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

James Best Dajam Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat winner 40/1, eighth of 9 in novice hurdle at this C&D (good to soft) on NH debut 17 days ago. Needs a big step forward.

2022: DASHER RILEY 5 11 2 Micheal Nolan 22-1 (Ryan Potter) 7 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note:

TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

HIDOL DU LIVET: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

RICK BLAINE: Following its run on 13/5/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Amalfi Bay (GB), 5-1 Hidol du Livet (FR), Painless Potter (IRE), Ruler Legend (IRE), 10-1 Blue Clover (GB), 20-1 Emanate (GB), 28-1 Rick Blaine (IRE), 40-1 Islebriand (FR), Chelsea Annie (IRE) RACE RESULT:

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SEVENTH RACE 5.25

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE INVEST WITH KIM BAYLISS WEALTH MANAGEMENT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Mulholland (24 wins from 189 runners, 13%) runs GARDONS LA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Bowen (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs DICEY RIELLY WEIGHTWATCHER: I’M A STARMAN won off a handicap mark of 109, his rating is now down 7lb to 102. LONGEST TRAVELLER: DICEY RIELLY trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

Jonjo O’Neill’s THE GOONER remains with potential and is taken to make light of his absence and build on an encouraging handicap debut fourth at Wetherby (form been franked) and add to his points success. Tiger Orchid should strip fitter for his recent Ludlow sixth after an absence and is next on the list, with Lelantos also worth considering for place purposes

1-2-3: 1.THE GOONER (IRE) 2.TIGER ORCHID (IRE) 3.LELANTOS (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (25) 32513-6 C

8 12-0

B g Mores Wells - Akarita (IRE) Charlie Hammond

Foxtrot Racing Tiger Orchid Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Ian Hannon Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if retaining all his ability after 6 months off when sixth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (21.2f, good to soft) 25 days ago. A dual winner last season so he’s well in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA110

2 I’M A STARMAN (GB) (8) 03P2-PP

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Strathtay

10 11-6

Tom Bellamy

Mr Mark Rimell Mark Rimell, Witney

Br Mrs M. R. T. Rimell

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, good, 5/1) 23 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles and it’s now 11 runs since his last win in 2021. TFRHHIII BHA102

3 LELANTOS (IRE) (25) 312P3-0 D

7 11-5

Br g Presenting - Western Focus (IRE)

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Nico de Boinville Middleham Park Racing XCI

Br Patrick Cashman Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained third hurdles win at Bangor (23f) in July but off 6 months months before turning in a rare poor effort when last of 7 in handicap at Ludlow (21.2f) 25 days ago. Sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA101

4 THE GOONER (IRE) (128) 1/334-

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Rose of Milana (IRE)

Mrs Gay Smith & Mr Paul Smith

Br Brucetown Farms Ltd

5 11-3

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Wasdell Group, Ashford Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who posted an encouraging fourth of 15 switched to handicaps at Wetherby (3m) in January That form has worked out well so he’s a player eased 1lb on his return. TFRHHHHH BHA99

5 DICEY RIELLY (IRE) (25) 426F1-5 BF

6 11-2

B m Getaway (GER) - Saintly Lady (IRE) Sean Bowen

Mr Donal Devereux

Br Tom Devereux

Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair 19f winner over fences but only fifth of 7 in handicap chase (7/4) at Ffos Las (23.8f, soft) 25 days ago. Switches to hurdles with more needed TFRHHIII BHA98

6 GARDONS LA (FR) (26) 60-0

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Dance For Me (FR)

F&M Bloodstock Limited

Br Mr Pascal Noue & Mr Xavier Lippens

5 10-10

Sam Twiston-Davies

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest performer in France last May. Off 12 months before coming in only seventh of 9 in novice hurdle here (16f, soft) on UK NH debut 26 days ago. Significantly up in trip for his handicap debut Plenty more is required. TFRHHIII BHA92

7 DEER HUNTER (IRE) (17) 30//PP-P3

B g Fame And Glory - Subtle Gem (IRE)

Fawley House Stud

Br F. Tobin

7 10-2

Tabitha Worsley (3)

Danni O’Neill, North Fawley

Fawley House Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest form over hurdles for Harry Whittington in 2020/21. Best run for current yard when third of 12 in handicap hurdle here (20f, good to soft, 80/1) 17 days ago. Needs to back it up TFRHHIII BHA83

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3.

Stewards Note:

DICEY RIELLY: Following its run on 9/5/2023 it was reported that the horse performed badly.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 The Gooner (IRE), 5-1 Tiger Orchid (IRE), 11-2 Dicey Rielly (IRE), 7-1 Lelantos (IRE), 9-1 I’m A Starman (GB), 20-1 Gardons La (FR), Deer Hunter (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.00 - THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3406 to the winning horse The second to receive £1567, the third £783, the fourth £392 and the fifth £195. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. FBC Manby Bowdler will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 17 entries at £32. - Closed May 29th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24)

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Second Race 2.35 - THE MANBY NOT MANDY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4858 to the winning horse The second to receive £2235, the third £1117 and the fourth £559. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120. £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. FBC Manby Bowdler will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries at £46. - Closed May 29th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1857; Third £929; Fourth £465. (Penalty Value £4858.52) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.10 - THE TANTEC OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. FBC Manby Bowdler will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE

- SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 12 entries at £24. - Closed May 29th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

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Fourth Race 3.45 - THE LAW WITHOUT HORSING AROUND MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972 and the fourth £486. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-115. £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries, 1 at £8 and 9 at £40. - Closed May 29th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 5lbs.

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Fifth Race 4.20 - THE #BEPARTOFIT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972 and the fourth £486. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110. £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. FBC Manby Bowdler will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 12 entries at £40. - Closed May 29th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 7lbs.

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Sixth Race 4.55 - THE PEAK PACKAGING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Peak Packaging will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race, will be eligible to enter The ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Final (A Novices’ Handicap Hurdle) to be run over a distance of 2m 4f at Worcester on 29th September, 2023. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in the Final if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Weights and Handicapping Code. 19 entries at £40. - Closed May 29th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.25 - THE INVEST WITH KIM BAYLISS WEALTH MANAGEMENT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110. £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Kim Bayliss Wealth Management will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 17 entries, 2 at £8 and 15 at £40. - Closed May 29th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURE LIST 2023

MAY

Monday 8 Season Opener (Bank Holiday)

Wednesday 17 Spring Racing

Friday 26 (E) Rum & Reggae Night

JUNE

Saturday 3 Ladies Day

Thursday 15 (E) Irish Night

Wednesday 21 Summer Racing

Wednesday 28 Summer Racing

JULY

Wednesday 5 Summer Racing

Monday 10 Summer Racing

Thursday 20 (E) Gentleman’s Evening

Thursday 27 Summer Racing

AUGUST

Tuesday 1 (E) Pershore Plum Festival

Tuesday 22 (E) Summer Racing

Tuesday 29 (E) Summer Racing

SEPTEMBER

Sunday 3 Family Fun Day

Tuesday 12 Autumn Racing

Monday 18 Autumn Racing

Friday 29 Autumn Racing

OCTOBER

Thursday 12 Autumn Racing

Wednesday 25 Autumn Racing

NOVEMBER

Wednesday 1 Season Finale