Worcester Racecard - Wednesday 21st June

Welcome to Worcester Racecourse for a great afternoon of midweek Summer Jump racing.

Today we have 7 thrilling races with a total of 70 horses declared, kick starting with our 2m4f Handicap Chase and later in the card another ARC Summer Novice’s Brush Hurdle Qualifier Good luck to all runners and riders, of which we wish a very safe and successful day.

Following on from this, we as a team would like to take this opportunity to wish Aidan Coleman a very speedy recovery from his fall here last week and wish him all the best in the coming months.

A very warm welcome back to Savills this afternoon, who are not only a sponsor today, but also holding their annual event with us in the Parade Ring Marquee. We hope you all have a very enjoyable day with us and thank you all for the continued support you provide this Racecourse.

Additionally to Savills, our sponsors for today are Fitzdares, Richard Newland Racing, PJ Nicholls, FBC Mamaby Bowler and Eventmasters. All of which have been great support to this racecourse and we certainly appreciate all you do for us.

A special mention to our Annual Members also today, as now the exclusive bar is up and running, we do hope you are all enjoying the facilities.

Off the track, 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!

Thank you all for supporting Worcester Racecourse and have a great evening with us and good luck!

We hope to see you again for our next race day on Wednesday 28th June for a great afternoon of racing.

Michael Thomas General Manager

WORCESTER RACECOURSE is part of Arena Racing Company which includes; Bath, Brighton, Chepstow, Doncaster, Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Great Yarmouth, Hereford, Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Royal Windsor, Sedgefield, Southwell, Uttoxeter and Wolverhampton racecourses.

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horse’s name

horse’s saddlecloth number

No.ofdays sincelastran

birthplace of horse if not Great Britain

form guide previous performances

/=new season

-=new year

Bold type shows Point-to-Point form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

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

age

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.

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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WEDNESDAY 21ST JUNE (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

CHIEF STEWARD THOMAS EVETTS STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR PETER HEATON

LOUISE NEALE, GUY UPTON

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CLERK OF THE SCALES

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VETERINARY SURGEONS

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MICHAEL TURNER

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Race 2 3.05 7f 213y

1 Roman Mist (IRE) 9-12

ArchieWatson HollieDoyle

Form: 2-16, TFR:HHHII

2 Indian Wish (FR) 9-12

JosephPatrickO’Brien DeclanMcDonogh

Form: 0-41, TFR:HHHII

3 Crystal Caprice (IRE) 9-12

SirMichaelStoute RyanMoore

Form: 0-54, TFR:HHHHI

4 Mukaddamah (GB)

RogerVarian JimCrowley

Form: 55-0, TFR:HHHII

5 Villanova Queen (IRE) 9-10

MrsJ.Harrington ColinKeane

Form: 160, TFR:HHHII

6 Yerwanthere (IRE) 9-4

JosephPatrickO’Brien JamesMcDonald

Form: 11-0, TFR:HHHHI

7 Divine Light (IRE) 9-3

KevinPhilippartdeFoy DanielMuscutt

Form: 210-, TFR:HHHII

8 Al Agaila (IRE)

Simon&EdCrisford JamesDoyle

Form: 1-10, TFR:HHHII

9 Tarrabb (IRE)

OwenBurrows WilliamBuick

Form: 35-2, TFR:HHHII

DavidO’Meara DanielTudhope

Form: 40-0, TFR:HHHII

HarryEustace Pierre-LouisJamin(3)

Form: 012, TFR:HHHII 12 Tamarama (GB) 9-1

RalphBeckett FrankieDettori

Form: 041, TFR:HHHHI 13 Don’t Tell Claire (GB) 8-13

Daniel&ClaireKubler JackMitchell

Form: 0-63, TFR:HHHII 14 Farhh To Shy (GB) 8-13

GeorgeMargarson TomQueally

Race 3 3.40

1m

1 Grande Dame (GB) 9-2

John&ThadyGosden JamieSpencer

Form: 123-, TFR:HHHII

2 Honey Girl (GB) 9-2

JosephPatrickO’Brien DylanBrowneMcMonagle

Form: 115, TFR:HHHII

3 Internationalangel (IRE) 9-2

JaneChapple-Hyam HollieDoyle

Form: 063, TFR:HHIII

4 Jumbly (GB) 9-2

JosephPatrickO’Brien RyanMoore

Form: 61-2, TFR:HHHHH

5 Lightship (IRE) 9-2

KevinPhilippartdeFoy DanielMuscutt

Form: 125, TFR:HHIII

6 Potapova (GB) 9-2

SirMichaelStoute RichardKingscote

Form: 4-P5, TFR:HHHII

7 Prosperous Voyage (IRE) 9-2

RalphBeckett FrankieDettori

Form: 4-51, TFR:HHHHI

8 Queen Aminatu (GB) 9-2

WilliamHaggas TomMarquand

Form: 103 TFR:HHHII

9 Random Harvest (IRE) 9-2

EdWalker SaffieOsborne

Form: 1-02, TFR:HHHII

10 Rogue Millennium (IRE) 9-2

TomClover DanielTudhope

Form: 232, TFR:HHHII

Race 4 4.20 1m 1f 212y

1 Adayar (IRE) 9-2

CharlieAppleby WilliamBuick

Form: 12-1, TFR:HHHHI

2 Bay Bridge (GB) 9-2

SirMichaelStoute RichardKingscote

Form: 1-32, TFR:HHHII

3 Classic Causeway (USA) 9-2

KennethG.McPeek JulienLeparoux

Form: 264, TFR:HHIII

4 Luxembourg (IRE) 9-2

AidanO’Brien RyanMoore

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18

19

20

Zenga (GB) 8-11

Form: 631, TFR:HHHHI 15

RogerVarian DavidEgan

Form: 120-, TFR:HHHII

Lady Eros (USA) 8-11

John&ThadyGosden OisinMurphy

Form: 2-51, TFR:HHHHH

Adelaise (IRE) 8-11

JosephPatrickO’Brien M.P.Sheehy

Form: 20-3, TFR:HHHHI

Discretion (GB) 8-10

Harry&RogerCharlton TrevorWhelan

Form: 0-61, TFR:HHHII

Golden Spice (USA) 8-9

GeorgeMargarson DavidProbert

Form: 0-00, TFR:HHIII

Sly Madam (GB) 8-8

SheenaWest RoseDawes(5)

Form: 250, TFR:HHIII

Form: 0-51, TFR:HHHHH

5 Mostahdaf (IRE) 9-2

John&ThadyGosden JimCrowley

Form: 0-14, TFR:HHIII

6 My Prospero (IRE) 9-2

WilliamHaggas TomMarquand

Form: 13-4, TFR:HHHII

NON_RUNNER

21 Perotto (GB) 8-12

RogerVarian DavidEgan

Form: 00-0, TFR:HHHHH

22 Greatgadian (GER) 8-12

RogerVarian AidanKeeley(5)

Form: 603, TFR:HHIII

23 Bear Force One (GB) 8-12

RogerTeal LewisEdmunds

Form: 101, TFR:HHIII

24 Ouzo (GB) 8-11

JamieOsborne SaffieOsborne

Form: 236, TFR:HHIII

25 Point Lynas (IRE) 8-11

EdwardBethell TomMarquand

Form: 622, TFR:HHHII

26 Aerion Power (IRE) 8-11

SirMichaelStoute HarryDavies(3)

Form: 0-43, TFR:HHHII

27 Wanees (GB) 8-11

CharlesHills JimCrowley

Form: 1-00, TFR:HHIII

28 Isla Kai (IRE) 8-10

NigelTinkler RowanScott

Form: 010, TFR:HHIII

29 Koy Koy

SaeedbinSuroor DavidProbert

Simon&EdCrisford JamesDoyle

Form: 1-31, TFR:HHHHI

3 Circle of Fire (GB) 9-2

SirMichaelStoute RichardKingscote

Form: 1-23, TFR:HHHHI

4 Etna Rosso (IRE) 9-2

JosephPatrickO’Brien DylanBrowneMcMonagle

Form: 12, TFR:HHHII

5 Gregory (GB) 9-2

John&ThadyGosden FrankieDettori

Form: 11, TFR:HHHHH

6 Hadrianus (IRE) 9-2

CharlieJohnston AndreaAtzeni

Form: 233, TFR:HHHII

7 Ndaawi (GB) 9-2

AndrewBalding DavidProbert

Form: 10-6, TFR:HHIII

8 Nurburgring (IRE) 9-2

JosephPatrickO’Brien M.P.Sheehy

Form: 6-15, TFR:HHIII

9-5

WesleyWard IradOrtizJr

Form: 1, TFR:HHHHI 7 Fusterlandia (IRE) 9-5 RichardHannon RossaRyan Form: 22, TFR:HHHII 8 Ganesha (GB) 9-5

PhillipMakin RowanScott Form: 1, TFR:HHIII 9 Hackman (IRE) 9-5

HugoPalmer JamesDoyle

Form: 313, TFR:HHIII

10 Hala Emaraaty (IRE) 9-5

AliceHaynes KieranO’Neill

Form: 11, TFR:HHIII

11 Inquisitively (GB) 9-5

OllieSangster JamieSpencer

Form: 2, TFR:HHHII

12 Johannes Brahms (GB) 9-5

AidanO’Brien RyanMoore

Form: 1, TFR:HHHHH

13 Lieutenant Rascal (IRE) 9-5

GeorgeScott BenoitdelaSayette

Form: 524, TFR:HIIII

14 Magnificent Match (FR) 9-5

RobertEddery AndreaAtzeni

Form: TFR:HIIII

15 Maximum Impact (GB) 9-5

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

FIRST RACE 1.35

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

THE PLAY WITH THE FINEST BOOKMAKER, FITZDARES 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): F O’Brien (35 wins from 181 runners, 19%) runs HEREWEGOHONEY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Bowen (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs COURTLAND

WEIGHTWATCHER: COURTLAND won off a handicap mark of 122, his rating is now down 7lb to 115.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: COURTLAND trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

COURTLAND took advantage of his reduced mark over C&D last month and the manner of that success suggests he can defy a 6lb rise Friary Rock has made a good start to the season so is feared most.

1-2-3: 1.COURTLAND (IRE) 2.FRIARY ROCK (FR) 3.BAGHEERA GINGE

colours no horse age st lb

1 BAGHEERA GINGE (GB) (14) 2110-PF

5 11-11

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - The Prime Viper (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies

GingeArmy Racing Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSteadily progressive over hurdles last term, scoring at Stratford and Newton Abbot. Shaped as if amiss sent chasing at Kempton but would have been a clear second had he completed at Newton Abbot 2 weeks ago. Player if none the worse. TFRHHHII BHA117

2 HEREWEGOHONEY (IRE) (31) 11/51P-2

7 11-10

Br m Sageburg (IRE) - Knappogue Honey (IRE) Connor Brace Middleham Park Racing XVII Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Katie McCarthy Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWMade a winning chase debut at Catterick in November but pulled up in handicap chase at Wetherby (24.2f, soft) following month. Back on track after 5 months off when second at Stratford albeit outbattled. Headgear now applied. TFRHHHII BHA116

3

COURTLAND (IRE) (26) 1/5U56-1 CD

8 11-9

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Media View (IRE) Sean Bowen

Miss Jayne Brace & Mr Gwyn Brace Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Mrs Rosemary Ross Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWTook well to chasing with Ffos Las and Newton Abbot win in summer 2021 Well below par in 4 starts last season but took advantage of reduced mark with plenty in hand over C&D last month and remains well treated up 6lb. TFRHHHHH BHA115

4

SOMEKINDOFSTAR (IRE) (41) 3150-46 D

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Katty Barry (IRE)

10 11-5

Jack Quinlan

Mrs J. May Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br S. Michael Millar Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning start for current yard at Warwick in September and he shaped well after 5 months off when fourth of 8 in handicap chase at Warwick (20f) Disappointed at Huntingdon since though might have found that run coming too soon TFRHHHII BHA111

5

FRIARY ROCK (FR) (20) 4142-13 D BF

8 11-2

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Zenita des Brosses (FR) Adam Wedge

The 1759 Syndicate

Br Mr Frederic Heudiard & Mr Jacky Conan

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a winning return at Perth (20.1f, good) and backed that up with a decent third at Market Rasen. Every chance he will be bang there again.

2022: PLANNED PARADISE (IRE) 6 11 2 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-4 (Neil Mulholland) 7 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

TFRHHHHI BHA108

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

Stewards Note:

SOMEKINDOFSTAR: Following its run on 11/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1

Friary Rock (FR), 9-4

Courtland (IRE), 9-2 Herewegohoney (IRE), 17-2 Bagheera Ginge (GB), 9-1 Somekindofstar (IRE)

SECOND RACE 2.10

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

THE GET PULLING WITH PJ NICHOLLS SSANGYONG 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): F O’Brien (35 wins from 181 runners, 19%) runs GETTHEPOT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs GETTHEPOT WEIGHTWATCHER: TUDORS TREASURE won off a handicap mark of 96, his rating is now down 18lb to 78.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BAILY GORSE trained by L Blackford, Tiverton, 117 miles.

OCEANS RED wasn’t seen to best effect when fifth at Bangor last time out and this three-time scorer over fences is worth siding with to resume winning ways on the back of breathing surgery. Dindin is a reliable sort and seems sure to have a say, with C&D winner Tom O’Roughley another to consider in an open handicap

1-2-3: 1.OCEANS RED 2.DINDIN (FR) 3.TOM O’ROUGHLEY (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 GETTHEPOT (IRE) (13) 32F1R-5

8 12-0

B g Getaway (GER) - Raheen Lady (IRE) Kielan Woods

Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Noel Fenton Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Huntingdon in October but refused last at Fakenham next time Looked rusty after 8 months off when fifth of 6 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20.9f, good) 13 days ago. Can do better now. TFRHHHII BHA100

2 CLASSIC CONCORDE (IRE) (24) P31-141 D

10 11-13

B g Shantou (USA) - Morning Calm Connor Brace

Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend

Br Victor Connolly

TIMEFORMVIEWFair winning chaser for Andrew McNamara but off a year since only eighth in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f) on yard debut. Needs to hit the ground running back chasing TFRHHIII BHA99

3 DINDIN (FR) (12) 3123-43

10 11-9

B g Balko (FR) - Taguy Star (FR) Jack Tudor David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington

Br T. Vigneron & M. Lochin & L. Lochin W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEW Scored at Wincanton in March and largely in good form since, third of 8 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (19.2f, good) 12 days ago. Back up in trip and needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA95

4 CORRANY (IRE) (26) 223P0-P

9 11-6

Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Time For An Audit Sam Twiston-Davies

Dozen Dreamers Partnership Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br John & Jamie O’Brien Tori Global

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, tenth of 14 in handicap chase at Chepstow (26.2f, good) 54 days ago. Blinkers back on It’s now 15 runs since his last win in 2021.

5 OCEANS RED (GB) (32) 3312P-5

TFRHHIII BHA92

7 11-6

Ch g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Djess

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Toby Wynne (5) Spitalized Racing

Br Richard Kent Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time winner over fences with his latest success at Sedgefield (27f) in October. Ridden too aggressively when fifth at Bangor (24f, good) 32 days ago so very much one to consider in re-fitted tongue tie/on the back of a wind op

6 REIGN SUEPREME (IRE) (30) PB033-5

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Runaround Sue (IRE)

Pant Y Gerdinen Equine Ltd

Br Trish Powell

TFRHHHHH BHA92

8 11-0

James Davies

Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner Hasn’t progressed as might have been hoped under Rules and was a remote fifth at Ffos Las last month. Tongue strap goes on for 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA86

7 TOM O’ROUGHLEY (IRE) (13) 6514-1U CD

B g Yeats (IRE) - Thegoodwans Sister (IRE)

Oaktree Racing Club

Br Larry Mealiffe

8 10-10

Lorcan Murtagh

Sheila Lewis, Brecon

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who shaped as if still in good form (in third) when unseated rider 4 out in handicap chase at Ffos Las (23.8f, good) 13 days ago. Can give a good account. TFRHHHII BHA82

8

TUDORS TREASURE (GB) (54) 4/PP2P0-

12 10-6

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Rude Health Ciaran Gethings

Four Seasons Partnership Robert Stephens, Caldicot

Br Racing Coast Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since his last win in 2021 and he came in a below-form seventh of 14 in handicap chase at Chepstow (26.2f, good) 54 days ago. Others appeal more TFRHHIII BHA78

9 DEADLY MISSILE (IRE) (46) 1/0000-5

6 10-2

Br g Presenting - Daisy’s Sister Ben Poste

Mrs Rosemary Gasson Rosemary Gasson, Banbury

Br Mrs D. Cashman Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW A winner between the flags but only poor form shown over hurdles and when fifth on his chasing bow in 3m Uttoxeter handicap last time Lots more is required from 2lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA72

10

JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (21) 0300-03

6 10-2

B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE) Conor Ring (3) Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br Gretton & J. Hynes Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Long-standing maiden who came in a remote third in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (21f, good) 21 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA69

11 CHAIN SMOKER (GB) (13) 3PP-564

10 10-2

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Handmemy Moneydown (IRE) Tabitha Worsley (3)

Ms G. Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells

Br Miss B. L. Jones Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, Nds Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORMVIEW His sole win came in 2020 and only fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Ffos Las (19.4f, good) 13 days ago. Hard to make a case for from 10lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA64

12 BAILY GORSE (IRE) (13) 2/646-P3

9 10-2

B g Milan - Lillies Bordello (IRE) James Best

Mrs V. W. Jones & Mr B. P. Jones Linda Blackford, Tiverton

Br Colm Griffin Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1 and visored for 1st time, below-form third of 7 in handicap chase at Ffos Las (23.8f, good) 13 days ago. Remains a maiden after 26 runs.

2022: DALKINGSTOWN 8 12 0 Sean Bowen 13-8 (Peter Bowen) 6 ran

TFRHHIII BHA64

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 4, 11. Visor worn by No. 12.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 10. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 6, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note:

CHAIN SMOKER: Following its run on 8/6/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Getthepot (IRE), Dindin (FR), Tom O’Roughley (IRE), 8-1 Oceans Red (GB), 9-1 Classic Concorde (IRE), 12-1 Reign Suepreme (IRE), 20-1 Deadly Missile (IRE), 22-1 Tudors Treasure (GB), Justshortofabubble (GB), 33-1 Corrany (IRE), 80-1 Baily Gorse (IRE), 100-1 Chain Smoker (GB)

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 5 minutes after that announcement.

THIRD RACE 2.45

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

THE RICHARD NEWLAND RACING 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): P Bowen (20 wins from 96 runners, 21%) runs OLIVERS TRAVELS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Bowen (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs OLIVERS TRAVELS

LONGEST TRAVELLER: OLIVERS TRAVELS trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

JEUDIDEE had a bit in hand when justifying strong support atWarwick 3 weeks ago and on that evidence, he may well be capable of defying a penalty. Junior des Mottes is dangerous if he can reproduce his Irish form for his new yard, with Olivers Travels another to consider on Rules debut.

1-2-3: 1.JEUDIDEE (FR) 2.JUNIOR DES MOTTES (FR) 3.OLIVERS TRAVELS (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 JEUDIDEE (FR) (21) 1 D

4 11-2

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Alidee (FR) David Bass

Park View Kim Bailey, Cheltenham

Br Jean-Nicholas Tige & Thierry Cypres

Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWHalf-brother to fair French chaser Hozora Dam maiden over hurdles/fences in France. Strong in the betting and made a winning debut with a bit to spare at Warwick 3 weeks ago. Bold bid under a penalty seems assured. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 IPSO FALCO (FR) (211) 0-

B g Falco (USA) - Roselaine (FR)

Party People

5 11-0

Tom Cannon

Chris Gordon, Winchester

Br Gilles Chaignon & Jean-Victor Chaignon Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam, French chase winner up to 25f, half-sister to French chase winner up to 25f Hawkso and fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 4m) Interdit. Bred to stay well and shaped that way starting out at Southwell in November TFRHHIII BHA-

3 MY FERNANDO (GB) (44) 3-0

5 11-0

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Circle of Angels

B F Brookhouse, Newmarket

Jack Quinlan Mr R. S. Brookhouse

Br Mr R. S. Brookhouse Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWBrother to 7.4f winner Yorbelucky Dam, 9f/1 1/4m winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 21f) I’m So Lucky and useful hurdler (2m winner) Dream Esteem Promise when third in a C&D bumper for Ian Williams a year ago but disappointed in a hood last month.

4 OLIVERS TRAVELS (IRE) (66) 2-

Ch g Sea Moon - Cognitive (IRE)

K I T partnership

Br Mrs Mary Roche

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-0

Sean Bowen

Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORMVIEW£30,000 5-y-o, first foal: dam (b80), placed once in bumpers, half-sister to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler (stays 3 1/4m) Sporting Ace. Runner-up sole start in Irish points in April and joined a successful yard

5 STORM RYDER (IRE) (-)

B g Valirann (FR) - Daraheen Diamond (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-0

Dylan Kitts (7)

Albatross Hinds Westwood Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Longrove Stud 1Account Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brother to 5 winners, including smart hurdler/chaser Brewin’upastorm (2m-2 1/2m winner) and fairly useful hurdler/chaser Glam Gerry (2 1/2m/21f winner, by Dr Massini) Dam unraced. Hood fitted on debut for yard with a fair record in bumpers. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 FOOTLOOSE MAN (GB) (26) 2

4 10-9

B g Telescope (IRE) - Alikat (IRE) Gavin Sheehan

Mr Carl Hinchy Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

Br Mickley Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW€34,000 3-y-o, Telescope gelding Half-brother to 4 winners, including useful bumper winner/hurdler The Liquidator Dam fair but ungenuine 19f-3 1/4m hurdle/chase winner Reasonable start when second of 4 in what was admittedly an ordinary contest Can build on that TFRHHHII BHA-

7

JUNIOR DES MOTTES (FR) (73) 30-

4 10-9

B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Sauves La Reine (FR) Connor Brace

Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend

Br E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes

TIMEFORMVIEWKept on well for third on debut at Wexford in March and fared as well as could be expected in a deeper contest at Fairyhouse a month later. Since left W.J.Burke and a repeat of that level will see him bang there. TFRHHHHI BHA-

8

TED’S GIFT (GB) (35) 3

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Try The Bell (IRE)

4 10-9

Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

Mr Robert Lester Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mr & Mrs I. Ross

Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Scorpion gelding. Dam unraced. Stuck to his task pretty well when third of 8 over C&D last month.

TFRHHHII BHA-

9 CALL HER CLEVER (IRE) (35) 4

5 10-7

Gr or Ro m Califet (FR) - Pure Genius (IRE) Jack Tudor

ValueRacingClub.co.uk

David Pipe, Wellington

Br Gillian Nevin & Stuart Middleton W & S Recycling

TIMEFORMVIEW:€2,200 3-y-o, Califet mare Dam fair hurdler (21f winner, stayed 3m). Hood/tongue tie on for debut and she shaped like a stayer when fourth over C&D last month (behind Ted’s Gift).

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9.

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Jeudidee (FR), 9-2 Junior des Mottes (FR), 7-1 Olivers Travels (IRE), 15-2 Storm Ryder (IRE), 9-1 Footloose Man (GB), Ted’s Gift (GB), 11-1 Call Her Clever (IRE), 22-1 My Fernando (GB), 50-1 Ipso Falco (FR)

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

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FOURTH RACE 3.20

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

THE SAVILLS 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): P Hobbs & J White (16 wins from 75 runners, 21%) runs COOLNAUGH HAZE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Wadham (3 wins from 4 runners, 75%) runs BOMBYX LONGEST TRAVELLER: BOMBYX trained by L Wadham, Newmarket, 132 miles.

An open-looking handicap so at the likely odds it is worth siding with BOMBYX to build on his good Ludlow fifth and capitalise on an attractive mark. Hiconic justified good support at Warwick last time so rates an obvious threat, while Sea The Clouds is also weighted to have a say on the back of an encouraging Warwick fourth.

1-2-3: 1.BOMBYX 2.HICONIC 3.SEA THE CLOUDS (IRE)

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1 EDISON KENT (IRE) (336) P50/P05-

7 12-0

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Kentish Town (IRE) Tom Bellamy

Cropredy Lawn Racing Paul Webber, Banbury

Br Mr S. Gorman Paul Webber Racing, Fairfax Saddles

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 20f over hurdles but out of form when last seen 11 months ago for Jessica Harrington. Has it to prove for his new yard TFRHHIII BHA119

2 DASHER RILEY (GB) (15) P126-13 CD

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Kings Equity (IRE)

6 11-12

Harry Cobden

Mr M. Middleton L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

Br Richard Mathias

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual C&D winner who was below par upped to 2m4f when third of 6 in handicap hurdle (5/2) at Southwell 15 days ago. Back down in trip now so he’s in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA117

3 BOMBYX (GB) (43) 13P/2/P-5 D

Ch g Sir Percy - Bombazine (IRE)

8 11-9

Tom Cannon

The FOPS Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Br Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful on the Flat for James Fanshawe and made a winning start over hurdles in March 2021. Pulled up back from a lengthy absence over C&D in March but showed the benefit of that run when a good fifth of 12 at Ludlow last time Weighted to go well TFRHHHHH BHA114

4 COOLNAUGH HAZE (IRE) (14) 626-422 D

B g Lawman (FR) - Midas Haze

5 11-6

Elizabeth Gale (10)

Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Cool Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br B. & J. McDonald Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap hurdler who comes here in good nick, second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good) 14 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up again TFRHHHII BHA111

5 SEA THE CLOUDS (IRE) (28) 2/1122-4 D

6 11-4

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Leo’s Spirit (IRE)

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Gavin Sheehan ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Br Christopher Maye Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning hurdles bow at Newton Abbot (16.8f) in September and resumed from 6 months off with an encouraging fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (16f, good to firm) 28 days ago. Enters calculations off a 2lb lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA109

6 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (237) 513/U40- CD

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Allforclover (IRE)

9 11-3

Alex Edwards

Miss S. Troughton Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br Miss S. Troughton

Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW2021 winner of this event but he arrives below form, only seventh of 11 in handicap chase here 7 months ago. Needs to hit the ground running back over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA108

7 NEIGH BOTHA (IRE) (34) 04604-0 D

B g Doyen (IRE) - Holmshill Gill (IRE)

Richard & Katherine Gilbert

6 11-3

Craig Nichol

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Joseph Neville Straightline (NE) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden in this sphere and he came in last of 9 in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, good)

his final run for Gordon Elliott. Needs a big step forward on his

TFRHHIII BHA108

8 HICONIC (GB) (21) 04P54-1 D

B m Sixties Icon - Hi Note

Golden Equinox Racing & Partner

Br Miss S. West

6 11-2

Kielan Woods

Alex Hales, Edgecote

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a gamble after 5 months off having tumbled 18lb in the weights in 6-runner handicap hurdle at Warwick (16f, good) 21 days ago. Back up 4lb but she can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA107

9 LUCKY LOVER BOY (IRE) (216) 211212- D

B g Teofilo (IRE) - Mayonga (IRE)

The Lucky Lovers Partnership

8 11-0

Henry Brooke

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Frank Dunne Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEW In fine form when last seen out 7 months ago, scoring 4 times and posting an excellent second in 2m Newcastle handicap. Can’t be discounted despite his absence TFRHHHII BHA105

10 SCOTS GOLD (IRE) (623) 223/-

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Duchess Andorra (IRE)

Empire State Racing Partnership

5 10-10

Bridget Andrews

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br M. Ryan The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden at up to 1 1/4m on Flat for Tom Dascombe. Made a solid start in this sphere with three placed efforts over 2m but now returns from a 20-month absence for his handicap debut Has his fitness to prove TFRHHIII BHA101

2022: JAMACHO 8 11 9 Paul O’Brien 16-1 (Charlie Longsdon) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Hood worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 8, 9, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 9.

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

Stewards Note:

NEIGH BOTHA: Following its run on 18/5/2023 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Hiconic (GB), 9-2 Coolnaugh Haze (IRE), 11-2 Lucky Lover Boy (IRE), 13-2 Scots Gold (IRE), 8-1 Bombyx (GB), 10-1 Sea The Clouds (IRE), 11-1 Dasher Riley (GB), 18-1 Neigh Botha (IRE), 40-1 Mix of Clover (GB), 100-1 Edison Kent (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 3.55

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

THEDOWNLOADFITZDARESFORFREERACESTREAMINGMARES’NOVICES’HURDLERACE (CLASS4)(ARCSummerNovices’BrushHurdleSeriesQualifier)(GBBRACE)

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 181 runners, 19%) runs MAGISTRA EQUITUM & MAYS HILL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs MAGISTRA EQUITUM & MAYS HILL LONGEST TRAVELLER: BELLA MADONNA trained by S Earle, Warminster, 87 miles.

Those with hurdle experience don’t set the bar that high so perhaps Fergal O’Brien can take this for the second year running courtesy of last month’s Fontwell bumper winner MAYS HILL. Nicky Henderson’s Lightfoot Lady has been off for over a year since her bumper debut win but would rate a big threat if the market vibes are strong now hurdling Manimole looks best of the rest

1-2-3: 1.MAYS HILL 2.LIGHTFOOT LADY (IRE) 3.MANIMOLE

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1 ARTEMIS SKY (GB) (20) PP-4

5 11-0

Ch m Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Starlit Sky Mr Murray Dodd (7)

Max Young Racing Club Max Young, Sneads Green

Br Shoreham Stud Berkeley Carter Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden handicapper on Flat and distant last of 4 on completed start over hurdles.

2 BELLA MADONNA (GB) (13) 30-65

TFRHIIII BHA-

5 11-0

B m Eastern Anthem (IRE) - Goochypoochyprader James Best

The Bella Madonna Partnership Simon Earle, Warminster

Br N M Lampard

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in bumpers/hurdles. First-time hood needs to spark improvement

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 HEY DAY BABY (IRE) (61) P/50100-

5 11-0

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Midnight Choir (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Coral Racing Club Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Benjamin J. Daunt Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEW£45,000 buy after making it fourth time lucky in Irish points in November Ran green and showed a bit when seventh of 13 in bumper at Southwell in March but disappointing in an Exeter maiden hurdle since TFRHHIII BHA-

4 IMPRESSION CHIC (FR) (136) P2-

Gr m Spanish Moon (USA) - Chic Et Zen (FR)

5 11-0

Brian Hughes

Carl Hinchy and Mark Scott Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

Br Mr J.Baudouin & Mr C. Baudouin

TIMEFORM VIEW £26,000 buy after finish runner-up on her completed start in points (Feb 5) Brian Hughes booked for hurdle debut One to note in the betting.

5 LIGHTFOOT LADY (IRE) (452) 1/- D

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 11-0

B m Leading Light (IRE) - Springinherstep (IRE) Nico de Boinville

The Knot Again Partnership

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Br Denis Noonan Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEWOvercame greenness to make a winning bumper debut at Stratford in March 2022 It’s taken a while to get her back to the track but she’s evidently capable when fresh and market confidence could prove significant for top yard TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 MAGISTRA EQUITUM (IRE) (217) 3P-

5 11-0

B m Masterofthehorse (IRE) - Gorteen Robin (IRE) Kielan Woods

The FOB Racing Partnership 9 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Martin Kenirons Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in a Southwell bumper for Emma Lavelle last June. Disappointing in another bumper for new stable 5 months later but given time since and worth a betting check now hurdling Stable also runs Mays Hill. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 MANIMOLE (GB) (24) 2553-22

6 11-0

B m Sulamani (IRE) - Mabel Mole Sam Twiston-Davies

The Jukes Family Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br R. N. Jukes Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler Remains a maiden after 8 hurdle runs. Creditable second of 13 in novice at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, good to soft) 24 days ago. Sets the standard but it’s not an exacting one. TFRHHHII BHA98

8

MAYS HILL (GB) (42) 30-1

B m Kayf Tara - May Hay

5 11-0

Connor Brace

Mr W. H. Carson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Minster Stud Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it third time lucky in bumpers at Fontwell last month. Much respected now hurdling for stable which won this race last year

9

ROCKETTE (IRE) (39) 00-3

TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 11-0

Gr m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Zariziyna (IRE) Bridget Andrews

O Williams Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Michael Fennessy The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORMVIEWWell held in 2 bumpers last winter but offered more when third on 2m Warwick hurdle debut last month. That form nothing special but has the potential for better again given who trains her TFRHHHII BHA-

10

TEECEETHREE (GB) (30) 41-2 D

5 11-0

B m Native Ruler - Tea Caddy Gavin Sheehan

The Galloping Grannies

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br The Batsford Stud Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Ridden positively when making second bumper start a winning one at Warwick last autumn Modest form when 9 lengths second on Market Rasen hurdle debut last month but she may come on for the outing

11

FERYL BERYL (GB) (126) 00P-

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 10-9

Chris Ward (3) Knowle Racing Stables Limited Deborah Cole, Solihull

B f Scorpion (IRE) - Our Jess (IRE)

Br Sue Vasey & Ben Brookhouse Lewisham Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in 2 bumpers and pulled up on Hereford hurdle debut in February. Has a first-time hood added to her cheekpieces. TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn first time by No. 2, 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.

2022: POP THE CHAMPAGNE (FR) 6 11 7 Paddy Brennan 4-9 (Fergal O’Brien) 6 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11.

Stewards Note:

ARTEMIS SKY: Following its run on 1/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed.

ROCKETTE: Following its run on 13/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

FERYL BERYL: Following its run on 15/2/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Lightfoot Lady (IRE), 7-2 Manimole (GB), 9-2 Mays Hill (GB), 6-1 Teeceethree (GB), 12-1 Impression Chic (FR), 14-1 Rockette (IRE), 16-1 Magistra Equitum (IRE), 33-1 Hey Day Baby (IRE), 66-1 Bella Madonna (GB), 100-1 Feryl Beryl (GB), 300-1 Artemis Sky (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 4.30

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M)

FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE eventmasters.co.uk

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) 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 105 runners, 17%) runs THREE MACKS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (2 wins from 16 runners, 12%) runs CHOIRMASTER LONGEST TRAVELLER: BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 117 miles.

CHOIRMASTER has made a solid start in handicap hurdles and remains with plenty of scope for better based on Flat form, so he’s preferred to bumper winner Deal Em High, who produced his best effort in this sphere when second in a novice at Ffos Las 25 days ago. Land of My Delight is also of interest

1-2-3: 1.CHOIRMASTER 2.DEAL EM HIGH 3.LAND OF MY DELIGHT (IRE)

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1 HERECOMESFREDDIE (GB) (199) 100/3P0-

5 12-0

B g Gregorian (IRE) - Forever Loved Liam Harrison

RACEHORSE FRIENDS PARTNERSHIP Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

Br Mrs M. L. Parry & P. M. Steele-Mortimer

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who hasn’t shown a great deal over hurdles as yet but looks potentially well treated switched to handicaps. Worth a market check back from 6 months off. TFRHHHII BHA95

2 PERRYVILLE (IRE) (29) 5/4404-0

B g Mahler - How Is Things (IRE)

6 11-13

Alex Edwards

Mrs C. J. Bibbey Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Oliver Loughlin Adm Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form at best in maiden/novice hurdles and no real progress switched to handicaps, albeit unsuited by the way the race developed at Huntingdon last month Not completely dismissed TFRHHHII BHA94

3 SYDNEY BLUES (IRE) (13) P//34-6

6 11-13

B g Footstepsinthesand - Southern Migration (USA) Conor Ring (3)

Mrs C. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br Valley Of The Moon Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat Has only replicated that form once over hurdles and disappointed on handicap debut at Ffos Las 13 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA94

4 LAND OF MY DELIGHT (IRE) (29) 5/245P-6

7 11-9

B g Shantou (USA) - Gurteen Flyer (IRE) Kielan Woods

Turf Club 2022 D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Br Burgage Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden hurdler who shaped as if better for the run when sixth at Huntingdon on return and has been given a chance by the handicapper since Considered. TFRHHHHI BHA90

5 THREE MACKS (IRE) (28) 3425-2

4 11-7

Ch f Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Anna David Lilly Pinchin (3)

Ms K. Neill & Mr W. Mackey Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br Miss Anna Giunta

TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on the Flat up to 7f for Andrew Oliver Best effort to date over hurdles when second in novice at Southwell last time and has some scope for improvement now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA93

6 CHOIRMASTER (GB) (21) 005-22

4 11-5

Ch g Iffraaj - Lamentation Brian Hughes

The Shinton Family Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Overbury Stallions Ltd Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful on Flat and a wind op/tongue tie helped his finishing effort when second of 7 on handicap debut at Huntingdon in May. Didn’t fully build on that at Warwick since but remains with potential in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA91

7 NO WAY PEDRO (IRE) (31) 4000-0U

9 11-3

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - See Lucy (IRE) Harry Reed

Miss Daisy Hitchins Brian Barr, Sherborne

Br Pat Duggan

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best in Ireland and hasn’t done much in points since last seen under Rules 11 months ago. Hard to make a strong case for on debut for new stable TFRHHIII BHA84

DEAL EM HIGH (GB) (25) 10P/P0-2

Ch g Mountain High (IRE) - Dirty Deal

6 11-2

Harry Cobden

Mr Ian Richard Goatson Debra Hamer, Carmarthen

Br G. Phillips Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest bumper winner who stepped up on previous hurdling efforts when second in novice at Ffos Las last time. One to be interested in from potentially lenient opening mark. TFRHHHHI BHA83

9 ENERGY TWO (GB) (14) P3-30

B f Kayf Tara - One For Joules (IRE)

Mr Mel Mathias

4 10-13

Micheal Nolan

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br Mel Mathias Centre Great Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWShaped as if amiss when pulled up in bumper at Warwick. Bit more encouragement over hurdles but failed to make an impact from stiff opening mark in handicap at Newton Abbot 14 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA85

10 CECI WELLS (GB) (29) 644-P

B m Orientor - Theatrical Dancer

Mrs & Exors the Late Mr Philip C. Smith

6 10-9

Tom Bellamy

Paul Webber, Banbury

Br Mr Philip C. Smith & Mrs Joyce W. Smith Fairfax Saddles, Philip C Smith Commercials Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Little solid form on the level and hasn’t fared much better over hurdles, so easily opposed

TFRHIIII BHA76

11 BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE (GB) (7) U66-0U

Ch f Ribchester (IRE) - Lovely Surprise (IRE)

Mr Samuel Quigley Thornefarmracing Ltd

4 10-2

David Noonan

Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Junction 24 Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on the Flat but well held all 3 completed starts over hurdles. Plenty to prove but has a lowly opening mark.

TFRHHIII BHA71

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn by No. 9, 11. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

2022: NOAHTHIRTYTWORED (IRE) 6 12 0 Lee Edwards 11-4 (Adam West) 8 ran

Stewards Note:

SYDNEY BLUES: Following its run on 8/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

CECI WELLS: Following its run on 23/5/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Deal Em High (GB), 7-2 Choirmaster (GB), 6-1 Three Macks (IRE), 11-1 Land of My Delight (IRE), 12-1 Perryville (IRE), 14-1 HerecomesFreddie (GB), 20-1 Beautiful Surprise (GB), 22-1 Sydney Blues (IRE), 25-1 No Way Pedro (IRE), Energy Two (GB), 40-1 Ceci Wells (GB)

HORSE WELFARE

It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected whilst a diagnosis of the injury is made by one of the three veterinary surgeons deployed around the course. The screens are designed to afford privacy during this diagnosis.

Please do not always assume the worse, and at all times the horse’s welfare is our paramount concern.

RECORD TIMES

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The Management accepts no liability whatsoever for bodily injury or loss or damage to property, no matter how caused.

SEVENTH RACE 5.09

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

THE

FBC MANBY BOWDLER 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) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J O’Neill (20 wins from 138 runners, 14%) runs VALENTINE GETAWAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (2 wins from 16 runners, 12%) runs GENEVER DRAGON & NEVER NO TROUBLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: HAVEYOUGOTMYMONEY trained by P Robson, Hawick, 263 miles.

NEVER NO TROUBLE has been a model of consistency in this sphere and looks the safest option in a tricky finale Kapitaliste and Valentine Getaway head the list of dangers

1-2-3: 1.NEVER NO TROUBLE 2.KAPITALISTE (FR) 3.VALENTINE GETAWAY (IRE)

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1 FABRIQUE EN FRANCE (FR) (15) 433P3-4 C

8 12-0

B g Yeats (IRE) - Knar Mardy Sean Bowen

Fitorfat Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Mme Amanda Lysaght McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over fences in handicap at this course (16.5f) a year ago but hasn’t gone on as hoped since and blinkers now applied on return to hurdling. TFRHHIII BHA100

2 GENEVER DRAGON (IRE) (267) 3/62312-

6 12-0

B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Glen Ginnie (IRE)

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Theo Gillard Middleham Park Racing & R & J Allen

Br Lynn Lodge Stud Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEWEnded long losing run at Kelso in September and backed that up with fine second in 14-runner handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f) later that month. Absent since but must enter calculations on return to action Engaged 2.40 Stratford Tuesday. TFRHHHII BHA100

3

SHEILA NASH (IRE) (255) 3/3114P- C

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Hollygrove Rumba (IRE)

8 11-13

Adam Wedge

Mr Chris Nash Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Ms C. Brennan Tori Global

TIMEFORMVIEWTwice a winner here (both 23f) last summer but not seen since breaking blood vessel when pulled up at Ffos Las in October. Since joined new yard and worth monitoring in market on debut TFRHHIII BHA99

4 KALNOO (IRE) (46) 55D1P-5

6 11-9

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 Cheekpieces back on TFRHHIII BHA95

5 NEVER NO TROUBLE (GB) (17) 23103-2

4 11-6

B f Time Test - Kitba

Br Mrs G. Lane

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

William Maggs (7) Breath Of Fresh Air Racing & Partner

Proactive Personnel Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWGained reward for her consistency when winning 8-runner maiden at Hereford (16.2f) in February and acquitted herself well in defeat the last twice, latest when second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Fakenham (20f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Ought to go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA98

6 VALENTINE GETAWAY (IRE) (26) 4543-5

5 11-5

B m Getaway (GER) - Awesome Miracle (IRE)

Br Mrs Richella Rohan

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Jonjo O’Neill Jr. The Valentine Partnership

Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden who shaped better for the run when fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle over C&D (good) 26 days ago. 2lb lower now and can make presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA91

7 KAPITALISTE (FR) (21) PP00-23

7 11-4

B g Intello (GER) - Kapitale (GER) Philip Armson (3) The Profile Partnership 2

Br Wertheimer et Frere

Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame in both starts this term, latest when creditable third of 7 in handicap hurdle (4/1) at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good) 21 days ago. One of the likelier contenders. TFRHHHHI BHA90

OUR DYLAN (IRE) (24) 043U-24

7 11-3

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Starrystarrysky (IRE) Ben Godfrey (3)

4Racing Owners Club Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne

Br Mrs T. J. Kidd The Firehouse Somerset

TIMEFORMVIEW Far from disgraced, on yard debut, when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f, good to firm, 10/1) 24 days ago. Claims if building on that TFRHHHII BHA89

9

HAVEYOUGOTMYMONEY (IRE) (29) P354-20

5 11-3

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Killenagh Oscar (IRE) Craig Nichol

Out of the Shed Racing Paul Robson, Hawick

Br Mr Matt O’Connor Mr Graham

TIMEFORM VIEW Made an encouraging return from 5-month break when second at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) last month but wasn’t in same form on quicker ground at Hexham since. Others more appealing TFRHHIII BHA89

10

STILETTO (GB) (34) 2-4

5 11-2

B g Frankel - High Heeled (IRE) Tom Bellamy

Mrs Michelle Anne Crook Keiran Burke, Whitcombe

Br Mr J. Wigan & Mr G. Strawbridge

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed aptitude for hurdling when second on debut at Chepstow in April but failed to build on that at Fontwell last month and cheekpieces now added for handicap debut in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA88

11 STRIPE OF HONOUR (IRE) (15) 450-1P5 CD

10 10-10

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Miss Top (IRE) James Best

Mrs Kathy Day Anthony Day, Hinckley

Br Michael Kearns Mr Day

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his second success here when taking 12-runner handicap (20f) last month and posted creditable fifth (off 8lb higher) at Southwell since Not ruled out TFRHHHII BHA82

12 BEST MATE DAVE (GB) (166) 05/050-

6 10-9

B g Passing Glance - Dillay Brook (IRE) Kielan Woods

Dave’s Best Mates D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Br M. B. Bent Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in bumpers or a trio of hurdle outings thus far and is hard to recommend on switch to handicapping.

TFRHIIII BHA81

2022: DO YA FEEL LUCKY (IRE) 8 11 6 Tom Scudamore 5-1 (David Pipe) 14 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 10. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 10.

Stewards Note:

SHEILA NASH: Following its run on 9/10/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Genever Dragon (IRE), 13-2 Kapitaliste (FR), 7-1 Stiletto (GB), 8-1 Never No Trouble (GB), 10-1 Haveyougotmymoney (IRE), 12-1 Stripe of Honour (IRE), 14-1 Kalnoo (IRE), Valentine Getaway (IRE), 16-1 Fabrique En France (FR), Our Dylan (IRE), 20-1 Sheila Nash (IRE), 50-1 Best Mate Dave (GB)

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £364,071 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.35 - THE PLAY WITH THE FINEST BOOKMAKER, FITZDARES 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 0-120. £46 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £46 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Fitzdares 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 £46. - Closed June 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1857; Third £929; Fourth £465; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)

SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.10 - THE GET PULLING WITH PJ NICHOLLS SSANGYONG 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, June 15th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. PJ Nicholls 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. 22 entries at £32. - Closed June 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.45 - THE RICHARD NEWLAND RACING 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, June 15th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o 11st 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. Richard Newland 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 £24. - Closed June 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.20 - THE SAVILLS 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 £40 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Savills 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 £40. - Closed June 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.55 - THE DOWNLOAD FITZDARES FOR FREE RACE STREAMING MARES’ NOVICES’ 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 novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, June 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. Radio Wyvern 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. 21 entries at £40. - Closed June 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.30 - THE eventmasters.co.uk 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, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, June 15th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. eventmasters.co.uk 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 June 15th, 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 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.09 - THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, June 15th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 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. 23 entries at £32. - Closed June 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURE LIST 2023

MAY

Monday 8Season Opener (Bank Holiday)

Wednesday 17 Spring Racing

Friday 26 (E) Rum & Reggae Night

JUNE

Saturday 3Ladies 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 3Family Fun Day

Tuesday 12 Autumn Racing

Monday 18 Autumn Racing

Friday 29 Autumn Racing

OCTOBER

Thursday 12 Autumn Racing

Wednesday 25 Autumn Racing

NOVEMBER

Thursday 2Season Finale