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Welcome to Worcester Racecourse for a thrilling evening of jump racing, Irish fun and Live Music.

This evening we welcome back, after popular demand, My Tin Monkey. The 3-piece Irish Band who get the party started.

On the track we have a total of 64 horses declared, across 8 races. The highlight of the card is the 18:50 Handicap Chase with a great prize pot of £12,000. With this fabulous weather we have been having, a huge shout out and thank you to our grounds team is deserved. It is really challenging for them in these temperatures and to get our ground in great racing condition.

We have a full house of sponsors today; Pure Protection, Partex Marking Systems, Bumblehole Foods, Appliance Solutions, PJ Nicholls and FBC Mamby Bowler all supporting Worcester Racecourse of which we are very grateful for. As a team, we wish you a very enjoyable evening with us and hope we can welcome you back again soon.

Off the track, you can see the redevelopment of the weighing room is progressing. The tower crane arrived this week and the steel frame will be put into place. Follow us on our socials for a progress report; we are already very excited for the finished item.

One of our team members, Sean White, is participating in a great challenge next month, in aid of a fantastic charity, Racing Welfare. It is one close to us all who work in the racing industry so if you can spare any change, please do look out for the bucket collection throughout the evening. For more details, please visit https://racingwelfare.co.uk/challenges-archive/ yorkshire-three-peaks-challenge/

Now that our Season is fully up and running, we are looking ahead to our next upcoming fixtures. Follow us on our social media platforms for an update on what is going on, but we really cannot wait for Gentleman’s Evening later in July, as well as Family Fun Day in September. Both events are not to be missed, but there will certainly more exiting race days ahead. Watch this space!

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We hope to see you again for our next race day on Wednesday 21st June for a great afternoon of racing.

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1 HUNT BALL (IRE) (109) 2304-11 CD

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weight st-lb

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.

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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.

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FIRST RACE 5.15

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

THE GET PULLING WITH PJ NICHOLLS SSANGYONG NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (DIV I)

Total prize fund £6450 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2605, 2nd £1302, 3rd £651, 4th £326, 5th £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): C Longsdon (18 wins from 103 runners, 17%) runs IF I SAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S W Lewis (3 wins from 6 runners, 50%) runs SINISTER MINISTER LONGEST TRAVELLER: OLD PAGE trained by A Sadik, Kidderminster, 77 miles.

MOLE COURT has been holding his form well, placing again on his chasing debut at this C&D last month, and he can build on that with cheekpieces now added to gain a first success over fences. He is taken to get the better of Callisto’s King, who could have more to offer sent chasing, with Sinister Minister completing the shortlist

1-2-3: 1.MOLE COURT (IRE) 2.CALLISTO’S KING (IRE) 3.SINISTER MINISTER

colours no horse age st lb

1 CALLISTO’S KING (IRE) (22) 04/524-3 BF

6 12-0

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Exit Bob (IRE) Bridget Andrews

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates - C King Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Aaron Doocey Monu-Skincare Cheltenham Spa

TIMEFORM VIEWRan best race over hurdles when runner-up in handicap at Taunton (2m3f) in November After 5 months off, again shaped well when fourth at Exeter in April, but only third of 6 at Southwell (24.3f) a month later Could have more to offer as he switches to chasing. TFRHHHHI BHA98

2 SHOT TOWER (IRE) (29) F3330-6

7 11-9

B g Califet (FR) - Bouillabaisse (IRE) James Davies

Mr P. Ponting Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge

Br Mr Barry Connell

TIMEFORMVIEWOn his third start over hurdles, showed a bit more than previously when sixth of 12 in novice at Newton Abbot (16.8f) last month. Had placed on the final 2 of his 3 starts in points, so could do better again now making his chase/handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA93 (-3)

3 MOLE COURT (IRE) (29) 60213-2

6 11-8

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Running Wild (IRE) Kielan Woods

Mr Oliver Troup Ben Pauling, Naunton

Br Joseph Cunningham Fitzdares

TIMEFORMVIEWFortunate when off the mark in handicap hurdle at Hereford (21.7f) in February, but shaped as if still in good form when third at Southwell next time Again ran well when second over C&D on chasing debut last month, and can go one better TFRHHHHH BHA92

4 KALYPTRA (FR) (94) 4/20F0/P-

7 11-6

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Lovely Origny (FR) Charlie Hammond

Mr Royston Morgan Evans Max Young, Sneads Green

Br Alc Racing Berkeley Carter Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWOn his fifth trainer in 7 career starts, having left Colin Tizzard, offered little after 11 months off when pulled up in handicap hurdles at Taunton in March. Now goes chasing on first run for yard after leaving Syd Hosie. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA90

5 SINISTER MINISTER (GB) (12) P0/2P-02

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

TIMEFORMVIEWProved that he retains his ability when runner-up over hurdles at this course in October last year Ran poorly on his next 2 starts, but back on track sent chasing (in first-time cheekpieces) when second at this C&D 12 days ago. Merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA85

6 IF I SAY (IRE) (29) 01040-0 CD

B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Wandering Star (IRE)

Stratford Racecourse 3

6 10-13

Lilly Pinchin (3)

Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br Mr Eamon Devlin Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in handicap hurdle here (20f) in September but below that level in 3 subsequent starts last season, including on chasing debut at Huntingdon on Boxing Day. Possibly needed the run after 5 months off last time, but has a bit to prove back over fences. TFRHHIII BHA83

7

IRONHILL (IRE) (150) 10P002- C

7 10-8

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Azaban (IRE)

Br Mrs Letty O’Sullivan

Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

Liam Harrison IT IS WHAT IT IS

TIMEFORMVIEWMadewinningstart forAlastairRalphinbumperatthiscourselastsummer,butfailedtogoonfromthateffortsenthurdling However, made more of an impact when runner-up at Hereford (2m) on chasing debut when last seen in January. Back up in trip for his stable debut. TFRHHHII BHA78

8

OCEAN’S OF MONEY (IRE) (67) 2/6/4003- 7 10-7

B m Califet (FR) - Black Money Robert Williams (3)

Nikki Evans Racing

Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Br J.P. Farrell Radnor Hills

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed some ability in a pair of maiden hurdles for Miss Elizabeth Doyle in March 2021. Didn’t show much over hurdles for current yard, but some encouragement on chasing debut when third of 6 at Ffos Las (19.4f) in April. Task is now to build on her latest effort TFRHHHII BHA77

9 MAWLOOD (IRE) (17) 40/00-03

B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Kalaatah (USA)

Ms G. Howell

7 10-3

Tabitha Worsley (3)

Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, NDS Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORMVIEWDual hurdles winner but failed to progress over fences for Phil Middleton. Produced best effort for current yard when third of 7 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (16.5f) 17 days ago, but others still preferred as he goes back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA73

10 OLD PAGE (IRE) (19) 443P5-P

6 10-2

B g Snow Sky - Dual Rose (IRE) Ben Poste

Mr A. Sadik

Br Mr J. Gibbons

Aytach Sadik, Kidderminster

TIMEFORMVIEWWon his completed start in Irish points but remains with little form under Rules, behind when pulled up in handicap chase at Cartmel (25.5f) 19 days ago. First-time cheekpieces/drop back in trip not enough to tempt. TFRHHIII BHA69

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 7, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Mole Court (IRE), 7-2 Callisto’s King (IRE), 7-1 Ironhill (IRE), 8-1 Sinister Minister (GB), 12-1 Ocean’s of Money (IRE), 14-1 Shot Tower (IRE), 16-1 If I Say (IRE), 18-1 Mawlood (IRE), 25-1 Kalyptra (FR), 28-1 Old Page (IRE)

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SECOND RACE 5.50

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

THE GET PULLING WITH PJ NICHOLLS SSANGYONG NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (DIV

II)

Total prize fund £6450 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2605, 2nd £1302, 3rd £651, 4th £326, 5th £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): C Longsdon (18 wins from 103 runners, 17%) runs HARRY THE NORSEMAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T R George (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs DOM BOSCO LONGEST TRAVELLER: MILLIES MITE trained by K Jewell, Sittingbourne, 165 miles.

HARRY THE NORSEMAN would have been an easy winner at Uttoxeter if not for taking the wrong course and should take all the beating from an unchanged mark. The Eminent Goose made errors on her chase bow but is probably worth another chance, whilst Zoran could go well if he takes to chasing

1-2-3: 1.HARRY THE NORSEMAN 2.THE EMINENT GOOSE 3.ZORAN

colours no horse age st lb

1 THE EMINENT GOOSE (GB) (25) 3//P532-6

7 12-0

Ch m Malinas (GER) - Hope Royal Kielan Woods

The Ben Pauling Racing Club Ben Pauling, Naunton

Br Countess Goess-Saurau & A. West Fitzdares

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in a point and appeals as the type to make a chaser, though played up beforehand and proved far too free on her debut over fences at Stratford (19.4f, good) 25 days ago. Professional rider on now and ought to have a future in this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA95

2 DOM BOSCO (GB) (29) 6/4440-5

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Definitely Better (IRE)

6 11-11

Charlie Deutsch

Miss Julie Hoskins Tom George, Slad

Br Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Made little impact behind Sir Jack West in handicap chase at this C&D (good to soft) on debut over fences 29 days ago and will need to leave that effort well behind to figure TFRHHIII BHA92

3 SIR JACK WEST (IRE) (12) 31P3-13 CD BF

7 11-11

B g Westerner - Star Sprinkled Sky (IRE)

Deborah Cole, Solihull

Chris Ward (3) Knowle Racing Stables Limited

Br Patrick Cronin Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved from chase debut when winning over C&D in May. Shaped well for the majority of the contest when third of 9 in another C&D event last time but again finished worrying weakly, so cause for concern remains. TFRHHHII BHA92

4 ZORAN (GB) (15) 5/440-53

6 11-6

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Filia Regina

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Tom Bellamy Owners Group 077

Br Stanley House Stud Owners Group

TIMEFORMVIEW Creditable third of 13 in handicap hurdle (13/2) at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good) 15 days ago. Not particularly bred for chasing but looks on reasonable mark if taking to it. TFRHHHII BHA87

5 HENRI LE BON (IRE) (25) 1244P-3 BF

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Speed Song

8 11-4

Mr Will Roseff Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Br Sunderland Holdings Inc Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWOnly win came when awarded handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last summer but attracted support and fared better than previously over fences when third of 9 in handicap chase at Stratford (17f, good) 25 days ago. Not ruled out TFRHHHHI BHA85

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6 MILLIES MITE (IRE) (28) BP363-3

Ch m Zoffany (IRE) - Charmingly (USA)

7 11-2

Tom Cannon

CS Partnership Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne

Br Raymond P. Doyle

Karen Jewell Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden after 20 NH runs but ran her best race for a while when third of 8 in handicap chase at Fontwell (17.8f, good to firm) 28 days ago. Others still make more appeal for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA83

7 YA KNOW YASEFF (IRE) (81) 002UU4-

)

Ch m Jet Away - Back To Cloghoge (IRE)

6 10-10

Mr Aidan J. Ryan David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mr F. Whelan W & S Recycling

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BLACKJACKTENNESSEE (GB) (24) 46U4-U4 BF 9 10-7

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - No Virtue Alex Edwards

Miss L. Wallace Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Mr Stephen Flook ADM Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden but shaped as if retaining some ability on return to Rules (also debut for this yard) when fourth of 11 in handicap chase at Ffos Las (23.8f, good to firm) 24 days ago. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA74

9 GUTTURAL (IRE) (23) 654/PP-3

9 10-5

B g Gold Well - Our Fair Lady (IRE) Harry Bannister

Mrs Phillippa Taylor Phillippa Taylor, Fringford

Br Mr S. Gorman

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner in April 2021 and though he’s 0-19 under Rules, he showed his first form in long time when third of 8 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (19.9f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Remains to be seen whether he can back that up TFRHHHII BHA72

10 HARRY THE NORSEMAN (GB) (26) PP/664-D

Ch g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Titled Lady

7 10-2

Lilly Pinchin (3)

Mr Julian Nettlefold Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br J. Nettlefold & D. Elsworth

Battlespace Publications, Mr Nettlefold

TIMEFORMVIEWCame home well clear at Uttoxeter (20.9f, good to soft) 26 days ago before losing the race in the stewards’ room having drifted off the chase course in the straight Able to race off same mark here so holds obvious claims if able to reproduce that form TFRHHHHH BHA69

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6, 7, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

DECLARED RUNNERS

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7, 8, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

10

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Harry The Norseman (GB), 4-1 The Eminent Goose (GB), 5-1 Zoran (GB), 6-1 Sir Jack West (IRE), 8-1 Blackjacktennessee (GB), 10-1 Millies Mite (IRE), 12-1 Guttural (IRE), 20-1 Dom Bosco (GB)

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THIRD RACE 6.20

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

THE NEIL AND GED’S 60TH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £9200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1857, 3rd £929, 4th £465, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Bowen (20 wins from 95 runners, 21%) runs JUDGE EARLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Bowen (5 wins from 10 runners, 50%) runs JUDGE EARLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUDGE EARLE trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

JUDGE EARLE has dropped to a handy mark and should be straighter for last month’s Uttoxeter return. He gets the nod Ecossais and The Boola Boss rate the principal dangers

1-2-3: 1.JUDGE EARLE (IRE) 2.ECOSSAIS (FR) 3.THE BOOLA BOSS (IRE)

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1 SMUGGLER’S BLUES (IRE) (49) 4/4FP03-

11 12-0

B g Yeats (IRE) - Rosy de Cyborg (FR) Ciaran Gethings

D Rea & Mr T.R.George Tom George, Slad

Br Mr Walter Connors HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran with credit, in first-time blinkers, when third of 7 in handicap chase at Perth (23.8f, good to soft) 49 days ago. Not the easiest to win with, though TFRHHHII BHA110

2 JUDGE EARLE (IRE) (18) 12336-2 CD

11 12-0

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Louis’s Teffia (IRE) Sean Bowen Mr Gwilym J. Morris Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Denis O’Roarke & Bernard Maxwell Gwilym J. Morris & Son

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was returning from 7 months off when second of 2 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (24f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Entitled to build on that and is 5lb lower now. TFRHHHHH BHA110

3 ECOSSAIS (FR) (22) 24/235-3

9 11-10

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Sacade (FR) Toby Wynne (5) Oliver Greenall Racing Club Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Jacques Cypres Swansway

TIMEFORM VIEW Back from 11-month absence when solid third of 5 in handicap chase at Warwick (25.4f, good to firm) 22 days ago. Becoming well treated and merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA106

4 LAST QUARTER (IRE) (29) P62P4-4 D

6 11-10

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lunar Path (IRE) Jack Tudor Brocade Racing David Pipe, Wellington

Br Sweetmans Bloodstock W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWFar from disgraced when fourth of 9 in C&D handicap last month and dropped 2lb since. Tongue strap back on Not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA106

5 THE BOOLA BOSS (IRE) (24) 06/331-5 CD

7 11-6

Ch g Quest For Peace (IRE) - Hy Kate (IRE) Harry Cobden

Hyde, Frobisher, Waters & Hyde

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br Harry Curtis William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner 12 months ago and likely needed first outing since when fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (23.9f, good to firm, 6/1) 24 days ago. Could be a player back over fences here. TFRHHHII BHA102

6 AHEAD OF THE FIELD (IRE) (24) PBP44-3

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Last of The Bunch

Andy & The Frisky Fillies

8 11-3

Joe Anderson (5)

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br R. McCarthy Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at second attempt for this yard/over fences at Southwell (20.4f) in December 2021 but winless since and hasn’t really threatened over hurdles on recent starts Bit to prove currently TFRHHIII BHA99

7 FINE THEATRE (IRE) (24) 0P/PP-5P

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Finemar Lady (IRE)

Richard Phillips Racing Syndicate

13 11-2

Finn Lambert (5)

Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br J. Lenihan Tori Global

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles/chase winner for Paul Nolan in Ireland but yet to trouble the judge for current connections and makes limited appeal TFRHIIII BHA98

RON BURGUNDY (IRE) (24) P005-35

Ch g Presenting - Diklers Oscar (IRE)

6 10-5

Charlie Todd

The DTTW Partnership Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br William O’Keeffe

Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his chase debut form behind when third in handicap at Uttoxeter (24f, soft) last month but wasn’t in same form on quicker ground at Market Rasen latest and others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA87

9 TUDORS TREASURE (GB) (48) 4/PP2P0-

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Rude Health

12 10-2

Sean Houlihan

Four Seasons Partnership Robert Stephens, Caldicot

Br Racing Coast Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second at Chepstow in February but has merely underlined his inconsistency these days by finishing well held there twice since. Difficult ask from 6lb out of the handicap. TFRHIIII BHA78

2022: LORD BRYAN (IRE) 11 11 12 Sean Bowen 16-5 (Peter Bowen) 6 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8.

Stewards Note:

RON BURGUNDY: Following its run on 22/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Judge Earle (IRE), 11-2 Ecossais (FR), 6-1 Smuggler’s Blues (IRE), 13-2 Last Quarter (IRE), 8-1 The Boola Boss (IRE), 10-1 Ahead of The Field (IRE), Ron Burgundy (IRE), 25-1 Fine Theatre (IRE), 28-1 Tudors Treasure (GB)

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FOURTH RACE 6.50

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

THE pure-protection.co.uk INSURANCE FOR: HEALTH, WEALTH, LIFE NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (35 wins from 178 runners, 20%) runs SILVER SHEEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs SILVER SHEEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE BOMBER LISTON trained by N Henderson, Lambourn, 69 miles.

Impossible to discount any of the quintet with MARTELLO SKY selected to score second time up in this sphere having gone down by just 2 1/2 lengths when conceding 19lb to a sole rival at Uttoxeter last month. Both The Bomber Liston and Silver Sheen have had breathing operations since last seen and they can chase the selection home in that order

1-2-3: 1.MARTELLO SKY 2.THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) 3.SILVER SHEEN

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1 MARTELLO SKY (GB) (18) 22230-2 D

7 11-10

Gr m Martaline - Kentucky Sky Sam Twiston-Davies

The Sky Partnership Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Mr T. Wood Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWUseful hurdler who has been pretty consistent in defeat at Listed/Graded level last season Heavy defeat back in a handicap on final run for Lucy Wadham but offered something to work on sent chasing when not beaten far in a match last month (lost a shoe). Big chance back in trip TFRHHHHH BHA134

2 BALLYBEGG (IRE) (40) P01P6-2 D

8 11-3

B g Mahler - Rebel Flyer (IRE) Richard Patrick

Glass Half Full Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Br Patrick Hennessy Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWBit of a mixed bag last season, scoring at Uttoxeter in February. Started this term with arguably his best effort when runner-up to a well-in rival back there just under 6 weeks ago and given another try over the larger obstacles (pulled up on only previous 2 in 2021) TFRHHHII BHA127

3 SILVER SHEEN (GB) (169) 502/P64- D

9 11-1

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Silver Gypsy (IRE) Paddy Brennan

The Turner Family Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Yorton Farm Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful hurdler in Ireland for Jessica Harrington. Off 6 months and not discredited on both runs for his current yard, latest when fourth in 2m4f Leicester handicap chase in December Needs considering after a wind op TFRHHHII BHA125

4 THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) (60) 2/04P26- D

7 10-13

B g Yeats (IRE) - True Britannia Nico de Boinville

Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Mrs Una Sinnott

TIMEFORMVIEWSeemingly hard to train but ran well after 8 months off to hit the frame at Kempton on Boxing Day. Ran to a similar level when sixth at Wincanton (21.4f) a couple of months ago and attentions are now turned to the larger obstacles following a breathing op TFRHHHHI BHA123

5 MY BOBBY DAZZLER (GB) (17) 0/P524-3 D

8 10-10

B g Malinas (GER) - Ease And Grace Alex Edwards

Mr Bob Barrett Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Bob Barrett ADM Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWThree Aintree wins in 2021. Back in form when reaching the frame in big-field handicaps twice this spring and having been off 8 weeks, was lit up but stuck at it well enough to secure another frame finish at Cartmel (25.4f) 17 days ago. Point winner so one to consider on chase bow. TFRHHHII BHA120

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

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

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3, 4.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

MARTELLO SKY: Following its run on 28/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

MY BOBBY DAZZLER: Following its run on 29/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Martello Sky (GB), The Bomber Liston (IRE), 10-3 Ballybegg (IRE), 11-2 Silver Sheen (GB), 15-2 My Bobby Dazzler (GB)

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WELCOME BACK to Worcester Racecourse

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

FIFTH RACE 7.20

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

THE DAVID HEWSTON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund £11000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights lowered 2lb.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (35 wins from 178 runners, 20%) runs POLISH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs POLISH LONGEST TRAVELLER: HELL RED trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 88 miles.

POLISH returns from an absence now back with Fergal O’Brien off a good-looking mark so could be worth chancing Scarpia is feared most on the back of his good Huntingdon second, with Stratford scorer Shantou Express also in the mix in a trappy handicap.

1-2-3: 1.POLISH 2.SCARPIA (IRE) 3.SHANTOU EXPRESS (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 SHANTOU EXPRESS (IRE) (12) 35P0-01

8 11-12

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Spanker David Bass

The Second Chancers Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Catridge Farm Stud and Burgage Stud Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/4, resumed winning ways in 4-runner handicap hurdle at Stratford (26.4f, good) 12 days ago. Not taken lightly despite 6lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA128

2 HELL RED (FR) (32) 41121-4

6 11-7

Gr g Martaline - Queen Margot (FR) Harry Cobden

Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 6 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Kerry Ann Kepa & Auregann Kepa Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEWEnjoyed a highly-productive spell in chases last summer and made it 5 wins from 7 starts over fences when successful at Fontwell (21.6f) in April. Below-par fourth at Plumpton returned to hurdling in first-time cheekpieces last time so more is needed TFRHHHII BHA123

3 SCARPIA (IRE) (23) 0/P340-2

9 11-6

Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bunglasha Lady (IRE) Nico de Boinville Mrs T. Brown Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Desmond Devereux Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (25f, good to firm, 9/2) 23 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Up 3lb but he’s in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA122

4

BUTLER’S BRIEF (IRE) (49) 2F16P0- CD

8 11-4

B g Yeats (IRE) - She’s On The Case (IRE) Nick Scholfield

You Can Be Sure Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br Mrs M. Doran Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 18/1, eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (25f, good to soft) 49 days ago so needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA120

5 POLISH (GB) (345) 1/60466/-

8 11-2

B g Teofilo (IRE) - Polygon (USA) Liam Harrison

Caveat Emptor Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Carwell Equities Ltd Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of form when last seen out for John Gallagher, ninth of 10 in handicap at Ffos Las (16f, good) Off 11 months but now back with former yard off a handy-looking mark Interesting to see what the market makes of him. TFRHHHHH BHA118

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note:

POLISH: Following its run on 5/7/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable

SIXTH RACE 7.50

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

THE PARTEX 75TH ANNIVERSARY MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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): D Pipe (17 wins from 112 runners, 15%) runs ONLY FOOLS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S W Lewis (3 wins from 6 runners, 50%) runs FABREZE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MELVICH BAY trained by D Brooke, Middleham, 172 miles.

Although it wasn’t a strong novice MELVICH BAY was second in last time it’s rare one who was beaten 4½ lengths in a race of that nature gets the opportunity to run in a handicap off a lowly mark of 80 on their next start so she’s the suggestion. Only Fools and Well Done Dani can fight it out for minor honours

1-2-3: 1.MELVICH BAY 2.ONLY FOOLS (IRE) 3. WELL DONE DANI

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1 KALNOO (IRE) (40) 55D1P-5

6 12-0

B m Kalanisi (IRE) - Noosa (IRE) Ciaran Gethings

Mr Bill Hawkins Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br Pat Moore Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWModest form for Sam Curling in Ireland but she did end her time with that stable with a creditable fifth of 17 in 3m Cork handicap last month. Drops significantly in trip on her first outing for new yard TFRHHHII BHA95

2 FABREZE (IRE) (39) 000/F1-6

8 11-8

B m Ask - Ariel Star (IRE) Nick Scholfield

A Twist of Time Syndicate Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br Mr Frank Doyle

TIMEFORMVIEWModest form in 4 hurdle starts in Ireland in 2021/22 but did manage a point win there this spring Worth a precautionary market check on her debut for new connections. TFRHHIII BHA89

3 LUNA DORA (GB) (26) 02210-5 D BF

6 11-1

Gr m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Ixora (IRE) Ben Poste Chase The Dream - Luna Dora

Tom Symonds, Hentland

Br Greenlands Farm Stud Simply Stunning Interiors

TIMEFORMVIEWMade light of a five-month absence and a bad mistake at halfway when readily landing 8-runner handicap hurdle at Fakenham (2m, soft) in April. Effort flattened out when fifth over 19.5f at Bangor latest and this return to 2m could help TFRHHHII BHA82

4 VISION OF HOPE (GB) (6) 54-0412 D BF

B f Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Utopian Dream

Brownsbarn T’breds & The Sheephaven Bay

4 11-0

James Owen, Newmarket

Br Meon Valley Stud Rapido Ltd

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 of her 5 starts on the Flat for George Boughey and opened hurdles account at the fifth attempt at Huntingdon (2m, good) last month. Creditable second of 10 at Market Rasen since Another 3lb higher now but still respected. TFRHHHHI BHA86

5 MELVICH BAY (GB) (18) 44/06-52

B m Telescope (IRE) - Douryna

Mr Allan A Grant & Mrs Julia Brooke

Br R. W. Russell

6 10-13

Conor O’Farrell

Danny Brooke, Middleham

Danny Brooke Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWLooks to be getting her act together now, finishing second of 5 in a 2m Kelso novice 18 days ago. That was an uncompetitive race of its type but a mark of 80 could still underestimate her back in a handicap. TFRHHHHH BHA80

6 WELL DONE DANI (GB) (23) 323P1-3 D

B m Multiplex - Do It On Dani

The Perthy Partnership

6 10-13

Toby Wynne (5)

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br S. V. Parry Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced 3 times during the autumn and improved when opening her account on the back of a break/wind op at Southwell (2m, good to soft) in April. Creditable third of 10 at Huntingdon (2m, good to firm) since Likely to be in the shake-up TFRHHHHI BHA80

7 ONLY FOOLS (IRE) (15) 565-52

B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Only Together (IRE)

4 10-10

Philip Armson (3)

David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington

Br Elwick Stud W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner in France Better signs over hurdles since handicapping, finishing second of 13 over 18.5f at Newton Abbot last time Considered TFRHHHHI BHA82

AUTUMN BLAZE (GB) (29) P60-04

5 10-2

Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Blurred Lines (IRE) Cillin Leonard (5) Fiona Alderson Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Br C. G. Johnson Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW No promise in 2 bumpers and 3 hurdles. Has a basement mark to work with now handicapping after wind op but still hard to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA69

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Melvich Bay (GB), 11-4 Well Done Dani (GB), 5-1 Only Fools (IRE), 8-1 Luna Dora (GB), 10-1 Kalnoo (IRE), 14-1 Fabreze (IRE), 25-1 Autumn Blaze (GB)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE

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SEVENTH RACE 8.25

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

THE APPLIANCE SOLUTIONS OF LEDBURY 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): F O’Brien (35 wins from 178 runners, 20%) runs EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN LONGEST TRAVELLER: BAILEYS DERBYDAY trained by A Murphy, Newmarket, 132 miles.

EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN and Kenzai Warrior have both shown more than enough ability to suggest that a race of this nature would be well within reach. Marginal preference is for the former, who should come on for his reappearance spin over C&D last month. Newcomer Thrifty Scot is one to note in the betting

1-2-3: 1.EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN (IRE) 2.KENZAI WARRIOR (USA) 3.THRIFTY SCOT

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1 ASCENSION DAY (IRE) (446) FP0/-

6 11-2

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Toulon Breeze (IRE) Aidan Coleman

Bourton Racing Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Eric Barrett Suzanne Barnes Design Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW €6,000 3-y-o, Imperial Monarch gelding. Closely related to bumper winner/fair hurdler Payngo, stayed 3m Didn’t show much in 3 starts between the flags last spring, however. TFRHIIII BHA-

2 BAILEYS DERBYDAY (GB) (23) 50

5 11-2

B g New Approach (IRE) - Posteritas (USA) Jack Quinlan

G. R. Bailey Ltd (Baileys Horse Feeds) Amy Murphy, Newmarket

Br G. R. Bailey Ltd Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair handicapper on Flat (stays 2m) and is a half-brother to useful hurdler Pilansberg Still, he will need to step on his first 2 efforts in this sphere in order to play a leading role here. Hood applied. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 BLAZING COURT (IRE) (157) 550P-

5 11-2

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Bright Blaze (IRE) Sean Bowen

Maughan, Parry, James & Thackray Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Br J. H. Kidd FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed only modest form in a pair of bumpers and it was much the same in maiden hurdles at Southwell and Taunton during the winter. Best to look elsewhere. Yard also saddles Lantic Bay. TFRHIIII BHA-

4 EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN (IRE) (38) 022B0-5 BF 5 11-2

B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Ravish Paddy Brennan

KHDRP Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd Bresbet

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame on plenty of occasions when trained in Ireland and has shown ability both completed starts on these shores, too. Has undergone a wind op and he’s one of the more likely winners TFRHHHHH BHA112

5 KENZAI WARRIOR (USA) (52) 425-

6 11-2

B or Br g Karakontie (JPN) - Lemon Sakhee (CAN) James Davies

Rae and Carol Borras

Roger Teal, Lambourn

Br John D. Gunther Chartplan(2004) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful sort on Flat and produced a step forward from his hurdles debut when second of 12 in novice at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft) in December However, efforts on the level the last twice have been poor TFRHHHHI BHA111

6 LANTIC BAY (GB) (-)

6 11-2

B g Dream Eater (IRE) - Twiga Woods

Br Ms M. Bayliss

7

James Best Digger’s Syndicate

Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

TIMEFORMVIEW Dream Eater gelding. Dam winning pointer/runner-up sole start over fences. Yard seldom strikes with newcomers but he’s worth a second look in the betting all the same TFRHHIII BHA-

NYOUFSEA (GB) (77) 0P3PPP-

Gr g Fair Mix (IRE) - Just Smokie

8 11-2

Alison Clarke (7)

Mr A. Sadik Aytach Sadik, Kidderminster

Br Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb

TIMEFORM VIEWModest maiden who was pulled up for the fourth time in his last 5 starts (all over fences) at Warwick at the end of March. Looks set for another struggle back hurdling, unless the addition of blinkers have a profound effect TFRHIIII BHA65

8

THRIFTY SCOT (GB) (-)

B g Cameron Highland (IRE) - Lackofcash

Team CH Racing

Br Mr M N Jenkins

6 11-2

Micheal Nolan

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to bumper winner Lady Valerie and represents a strong yard that can ready one first-time-out. Watch the betting for clues.

9

VALPARAISO (GB) (735)

B g Sir Percy - Entre Nous (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Robert Dunne

M and C Racing Richard Hawker, Frome

Br Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a 1 1/2m Doncaster handicap for Marcus Tregoning in April 2021 but below par when last seen in June of that year Wellbeing has to be taken on trust ahead of this hurdles debut for new connections. TFRHIIII BHA-

10

SOBEGRAND (GB) (26) 5

4 10-11

B g Decorated Knight - Nouriya Lewis Stones (3) Mr Robert Brinkley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Went the wrong way following promising debut second for the Gosdens on the Flat at Kempton. Failed to make much of an impact on hurdles debut at Bangor, though, and subsequently gelded TFRHIIII BHA-

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn first time by No. 7.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Running for the first time since Gelding No.10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note:

EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN: Following its run on 8/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Kenzai Warrior (USA), 5-2 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE), 13-2 Thrifty Scot (GB), 8-1 Baileys Derbyday (GB), 14-1 Lantic Bay (GB), 28-1 Sobegrand (GB), 33-1 Ascension Day (IRE), Valparaiso (GB), 150-1 Blazing Court (IRE), 200-1 Nyoufsea (GB)

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EIGHTH RACE 9.00

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

THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER 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) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Pipe (17 wins from 112 runners, 15%) runs NIBRAS GOLD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Bailey (2 wins from 4 runners, 50%) runs GERARD MENTOR WEIGHTWATCHER: CHASAMAX won off a handicap mark of 115, his rating is now down 10lb to 105. LONGEST TRAVELLER: NO RECOLLECTION trained by S England, Guiseley, 163 miles.

NIBRAS GOLD already has a C&D win to his name and, having returned with an improved display to score at Ffos Las recently, he makes most appeal Old rival John Betjeman is a danger Striking Out is another one to consider back over hurdles.

1-2-3: 1.NIBRAS GOLD (IRE) 2.JOHN BETJEMAN 3.STRIKING OUT

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1 NIBRAS GOLD (IRE) (24) 2125-1 CD

5 12-0

B g Golden Horn - Whipped (IRE) Jack Tudor ValueRacingClub.co.uk David Pipe, Wellington

Br Forenaghts,Tinnakill,Colts Neck Stallion W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEWFair stayer on the Flat who has taken well to hurdling Doubled his tally in this sphere back from 8 months off in a handicap at Ffos Las 24 days ago and makes plenty of appeal again. TFRHHHHH BHA115

2 JOHN BETJEMAN (GB) (24) 02312-2 D BF

7 12-0

B g Poet’s Voice - A Great Beauty Fergus Gillard (3) Robin Gillard and Rory Gillard Mark Gillard, Sherborne

Br Plantation Stud

Ascot Park Polo Club

TIMEFORMVIEWLatest win in hurdle at Ffos Las in March. 9/4, creditable 2 lengths second of 8 to Nibras Gold in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f, good to firm) 24 days ago, clear of rest Has been consistent of late and another solid showing seems likely TFRHHHHI BHA115

3 GERARD MENTOR (FR) (32) 14116-0 D

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Trephine du Sulon (FR)

7 11-8

Kai Lenihan (7)

Garrett, Meacham & Woodhall Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Vincent Le Roy et al Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice last autumn but last 2 efforts have been modest Might strip fitter for return at Ludlow but others are still more appealing. TFRHHHII BHA109

4 CHASAMAX (IRE) (32) 360PP-0 CD

8 11-4

B g Jeremy (USA) - Peratus (IRE) Cillin Leonard (5)

Julia Mansfield

Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Br William Flood Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner in this sphere for Nicky Henderson but ended time with that yard on a downer and no positives to draw from what he’s done for current stable TFRHIIII BHA105

5 STRIKING OUT (GB) (61) 36224U-

B g Malinas (GER) - Cresswell Ruby (IRE)

Catch Twenty Two

Br R. B. Mckay

9 11-3

David Noonan

Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who scored over hurdles and made a positive start over fences Unseated at Chepstow in that sphere last time but fixed-brush obstacles should suit back in this sphere. Also in cheekpieces for the first time TFRHHHII BHA104

6 NO RECOLLECTION (GB) (24) 316-6 CD 5 10-13

Br g Dansili - Talawat

Jonathan England

Worcester Racing Club Sam England, Guiseley

Br Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar Keighley Steel

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer who took well to hurdles for Alan King last summer, winning a C&D maiden Much better than bare result at Market Rasen on debut for this stable and should strip fitter for it. TFRHHHII BHA100

7 DUTCH ADMIRAL (IRE) (51) 551/020/- D 6 10-7

Ch g Dutch Art - Apasionata Sonata (USA)

Mr P. J. Cave

Br Mitaab Abdullah

Brendan Powell

David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler who was below form when last seen in this sphere and hasn’t been offering much encouragement on the Flat this year TFRHHIII BHA94

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Nibras Gold (IRE), 9-4 John Betjeman (GB), 15-2 Striking Out (GB), 9-1 Gerard Mentor (FR), No Recollection (GB), 22-1 Dutch Admiral (IRE), 50-1 Chasamax (IRE)

RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH

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All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 5.15 - THE GET PULLING WITH PJ NICHOLLS SSANGYONG NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, June 9th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Sponsors 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. 11 entries at £32. - Closed June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 5.50 - THE GET PULLING WITH PJ NICHOLLS SSANGYONG NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, June 9th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Sponsors 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. 11 entries at £32. - Closed June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.20 - THE NEIL AND GED’S 60TH 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, the fourth £559 and the fifth £278. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110. £46 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Amodil Group 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. 16 entries at £46. - Closed June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1857; Third £929; Fourth £465; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)

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Fourth Race 6.50 - THE pure-protection.co.uk INSURANCE FOR: HEALTH, WEALTH, LIFE NOVICES’ LIMITED

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, June 9th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range). Pure Protection 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. 10 entries at £60. - Closed June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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Fifth Race 7.20 - THE DAVID HEWSTON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140. £55 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £55 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. David Hewston’s Friends and Family 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. 8 entries at £55. - Closed June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10) Weights lowered 2lbs.

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Sixth Race 7.50 - THE PARTEX 75TH ANNIVERSARY MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (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 novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, June 9th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Partex 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 £32. - Closed June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24)

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Seventh Race 8.25 - THE APPLIANCE SOLUTIONS OF LEDBURY 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, June 9th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Appliance Solutions of Ledbury 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 June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

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Eighth Race 9.00 - THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER 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 0-120. £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 13th. Penalties, after June 3rd, 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. 13 entries at £40. - Closed June 9th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

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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 5Summer 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