Worcester Racecard - Thursday 27th July

Welcome to Worcester!

This afternoon we have 6 exciting races, all of which are Summer Jumps, one of which is another ARC Summer Brush Series Final, so grab a drink and a bite to eat and enjoy the afternoon with us.

We welcome everyone here this afternoon, particularly to our sponsors. Persimmon Homes, PJ Nicholls, FBC Manby Bowdler and Caerloen AFC who have travelled all the way from Wales.

In memory of Captain Tom Cat, a very warm welcome to all of Deva Racing’s guests. A very special horse to the syndicate but also our local trainer Dr Richard Newland and Worcester Racecourse ourselves. A back to back winner here in June 2021, as well as winning at Uttoxeter and Cheltenham, Captain Tom Cat provided not only his syndicate owners but national fans and racing supporters some fantastic days. He will be sorely missed.

Coming up, we are really looking forward to our Pershore Plum race night on Tuesday, of which we have just confirmed James Baker Acoustic as our evening entertainment who is well worth checking out. Not only this race night, we have Family Fun day coming up in September with a Shetland Pony Race and the Fixed Brush Series Final in September Tickets are still available for all fixtures on our website www.worcester-racecourse.co.uk

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Our next fixture is soon upon us being Tuesday 1st August for Pershore Plum Evening Race night and we hope to see you then!

Have a great afternoon and good luck!

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

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10 11-12

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

Atlantic Equine Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Michael Slevin Novae Management Limited Br

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

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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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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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FIRST RACE 2.20

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR 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): N Mulholland (26 wins from 189 runners, 14%) runs NO WORRIES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Bowen (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runs JUDGE EARLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUDGE EARLE trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

JUDGE EARLE took advantage of his reduced mark in emphatic fashion at Uttoxeter last week so has obvious claims under a penalty. No Worries hinted at a revival when fourth over C&D 3 weeks ago so may emerge as the biggest threat ahead of Jet Smart.

1-2-3: 1.JUDGE EARLE (IRE) 2.NO WORRIES 3.JET SMART (IRE)

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1 JUDGE EARLE (IRE) (8) 36-2651 C D

11 12-7 (in 7lb ex)

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 Prolific over fences last summer, winning 5 times. Heavy defeats previous 5 starts prior to taking advantage of reduced mark in emphatic fashion at Uttoxeter 8 days ago. TFRHHHHH BHA105 (+10)

2 SERMANDO (FR) (29) 2040-13 D

9 11-13

Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Josephjuliusjodie (IRE) Conor Ring (3)

West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Br M. & MME A. Humeau Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWPositive start for this yard when winning 7-runner handicap hurdle at Fakenham (20f, good to firm) and backed that up when third here last month. However, bit to prove back over fences. TFRHHHII BHA104

3 JET SMART (IRE) (29) 54406-2

5 11-11

Ch g Jet Away - Cherry Island (IRE) Jack Tudor

Clan McNeil David Pipe, Wellington

Br Ms Cecily Purcell W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up only outing in Irish points and got back on track switched to fences when second of 6 in handicap chase at this course (23f, good to soft) 29 days ago, clear of rest Remains low mileage. TFRHHHII BHA102

4 BARELY FAMOUS (IRE) (29) 112-655 D

7 10-8

Finn Lambert (5) Mr Will Gaskins Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

B m Fame And Glory - Cause Celebre (IRE)

Br C. O. P. Hanbury Matt Sheppard Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWDual hurdles winner in the autumn but has looked a little short of fitness last 3, again found wanting in the latter stages when fifth in handicap chase at Worcester (20f, good to soft) on debut over fences 29 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA85

5 NO WORRIES (GB) (22) 1/01F-P4 CD

9 10-5

B g Passing Glance - Silver Sequel Bryan Carver

Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br M. Burbidge

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times over hurdles in 2021/22 season and struck on Ludlow chase debut in November

Failed to complete next 2 runs but hinted at a revival when fourth over C&D 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA82

6 TALKINGTHETALK (IRE) (29) 5P0-P13 D

B m Aizavoski (IRE) - Talk of Rain (FR)

6 10-2

Sean Houlihan

Mr Graham Wilson Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br Mr Nick Blanchfield Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWThird in a Wexford maiden hurdle last summer but showed little the remainder of the season Off the mark on second start over fences at Uttoxeter (20f) last month before shaping like a non-stayer here (23f) since TFRHHHII BHA78

7

NYOUFSEA (GB) (22) 3PPP-0P

8 10-2

Gr g Fair Mix (IRE) - Just Smokie James Best

Mr A. Sadik Aytach Sadik, Kidderminster

Br Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb Wolverly Court Coach House

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown very little ability to date TFRHIIII BHA

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 6, 7.

Stewards Note:

NYOUFSEA: Following its run on 5/7/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Judge Earle (IRE), 9-2 Jet Smart (IRE), 6-1 Sermando (FR), 10-1 No Worries (GB), 12-1 Barely Famous (IRE), Talkingthetalk (IRE), 750-1 Nyoufsea (GB) RACE RESULT:

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SECOND RACE 2.50

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

THE PERSIMMON HOMES SOUTH MIDLANDS 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): Dr R Newland (22 wins from 135 runners, 16%) runs TIGER ORCHID TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Bowen (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runs FAIRLAWN FLYER LONGEST TRAVELLER: FAIRLAWN FLYER trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

BAGHEERA GINGE split next-time-out winners when runner-up over this C&D a month ago, and with this trip not expected to be a problem, he looks the most persuasive option. Captain Tommy and Gats And Co head the opposition.

1-2-3: 1.BAGHEERA GINGE 2.CAPTAIN TOMMY (IRE) 3.GATS AND CO

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1 THE VOLLAN (IRE) (213) 51000P- C D

9 12-0

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Print It On Lips (IRE) Adam Wedge

Mrs Elaine Holmes

Br Sharon Duggan

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

TIMEFORM VIEW Registered fourth victory of 2022 in a Kelso handicap in October. Ended year out of sorts and off the track 7 months but he’s in very capable hands. TFRHHIII BHA120

2 BAGHEERA GINGE (GB) (36) 110-PF2

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

5 11-11

Sam Twiston-Davies

GingeArmy Racing Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

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

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive over hurdles last term, scoring at Stratford and Newton Abbot. Shaped as if amiss sent chasing at Kempton and fell next start. Second to a well-treated rival over 20f here last month. Up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA117

3 TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (17) 13-6413 CD

8 11-9

B g Mores Wells - Akarita (IRE) Charlie Hammond Foxtrot Racing Tiger Orchid Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Ian Hannon Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles last season and produced a career best when making a winning start over fences over C&D last month. Held back by errors back here 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA115

4 POTTLERATH (IRE) (17) 53-1114 CD

8 11-9

B g Yeats (IRE) - Truffle Fairy (IRE) Stan Sheppard

Lost In The Summer Wine Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Br Nicholas Teehan Matt Sheppard Racing, XTL Security

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over hurdles during 2022 and sprouted wings over fences in recent months, completing the hat-trick at Bangor (3m, good) Rare laboured display over C&D 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA115

5 GATS AND CO (GB) (35) 30P4-22

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Vineuil (FR)

8 11-8

Connor Brace

Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend

Br Mr David Brace Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORMVIEWReally got his act together in 2022, winning 4 staying handicap chases on the bounce Patchy form since, but he’s below his last successful mark and a couple of runner-up efforts confirm he’s back in good nick TFRHHHHI BHA114

6 CAPTAIN TOMMY (IRE) (25) 36-P126

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Freemantle Doctor (IRE)

9 11-6

Charlie Todd

Mr Richard J. Gurr Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br Thomas Bruton

Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalised on a freefalling mark when running away with a 3m handicap chase at Bangor (good) in May. Similar when second at Stratford next Fared about as well as could be expected from out of the weights latest. TFRHHHHI BHA112

7

FRATERNEL (FR) (64) 61F/P/5-4

B g Kap Rock (FR) - Valence (FR)

8 11-6

Tom Cannon

Tim Syder Alan King, Barbury Castle

Br Mr Denis Parreau-Delhote Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles but extremely lightly raced over fences in recent times and he has an awful lot to prove TFRHHIII BHA112

(IRE) (35) 31PP-13

B g Presenting - Clara Bel La (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

DYDB Marketing Limited Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Ms Cora Cronin Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWBounced back following a couple of tame efforts when landing a Warwick handicap (25f, good to firm) over hurdles in May. Fair start to chase career when third at Uttoxeter a month ago. TFRHHHII BHA112

9 FAIRLAWN FLYER (GB) (18) P0-P433

7 11-0

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - She’s Our Native (IRE) Sean Bowen

Mr Ross Williams Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Miss E. Nicholas & R. Williams Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 4-4 over fences at Ffos Las when landing a 23.8f handicap (heavy) in December Form has gone the wrong way since then, merely plugging on for third at Market Rasen 18 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA106

2022: GAME SOCKS (IRE) 6 11 2 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-4 (Dr Richard Newland) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9.

Stewards Note:

TIGER ORCHID: Following its run on 10/7/2023 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake at a fence.

GATS AND CO: Following its run on 22/6/2023 it was reported that the horse lugged right-handed off the rail.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Bagheera Ginge (GB), 5-1 Gats And Co (GB), Captain Tommy (IRE), 6-1 Biowavego (IRE), 15-2 Tiger Orchid (IRE), 9-1 Pottlerath (IRE), 18-1 Fairlawn Flyer (GB), 25-1 The Vollan (IRE), 28-1 Fraternel (FR)

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THIRD RACE 3.25

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

THE

CHARLES CHURCH SOUTH MIDLANDS 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 lowered 1lb.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Ralph (8 wins from 88 runners, 9%) runs MIX OF CLOVER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Hanmer (6 wins from 11 runners, 55%) runs FANDABIDOZI

WEIGHTWATCHER: CHASAMAX won off a handicap mark of 115, his rating is now down 17lb to 98.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: FANFARON DINO trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 116 miles.

MIX OF CLOVER shaped encouragingly on the back of an 8-month absence when fourth in a C&D handicap 5 weeks ago from his much-reduced mark and he could be worth siding with to build on that here. Fanfaron Dino, back from a short break, and Alioski are others to consider. State of Bliss is another in the mix on handicap hurdle debut

1-2-3: 1.MIX OF CLOVER 2.FANFARON DINO (FR) 3.ALIOSKI

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1 PEACE OF ROME (GER) (80) 2/2340-4 5 11-13

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Peace Flower (IRE) Gavin Sheehan

Fawley House Stud Danni O’Neill, North Fawley

Br Gestut Etzean Fawley House Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWFair in bumpers and similar form over hurdles, fourth in a 23f handicap here when last seen in May. Changed hands for £31,000 thereafter but marked drop back in trip may not suit. TFRHHHII BHA108

2 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (36) 13/U40-4 CD

9 11-13

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

Miss S. Troughton Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br Miss S. Troughton Planned Office Interiors Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles/chase winner, below par in 3 starts last year but arrives here having shaped encouragingly on back of 8 months off when fourth of in C&D handicap hurdle 5 weeks ago. TFRHHHHH BHA108

3 FANFARON DINO (FR) (41) 1/24-315 D BF

8 11-12

Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - Kadjara (FR) Richie McLernon

Mr John P. McManus Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster

Br Francois-Xavier & Anne Doulce Lefeuvre geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORMVIEWProduced best effort to date when successful at Fontwell (17.7f, good to firm) in May. However, ran well below that level back at that venue in June Return to softer ground should hold no fears. TFRHHHHI BHA107

4 STATE OF BLISS (IRE) (41) 5-321 D

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Crystal Valkyrie (IRE)

5 11-10

Jack Quinlan

The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Neil King, Burderop

Br C. O. P. Hanbury

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat and made most of good opportunity to open hurdles account in Fakenham maiden (2m) in June Below best returned to the level at Goodwood (14f). TFRHHHII BHA105

5 FANDABIDOZI (IRE) (23) 6-3243

5 11-7

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Cranky Spanky (IRE) Harry Cobden

Mr Gwyn Evans Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Br Angelo Robiati

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest stayer on the Flat who matched previous best over hurdles when third in a Stratford maiden (16.3f) 23 days ago, upsides briefly 2 out and no extra run-in Claims of making the frame again. TFRHHHII BHA102

6 CHASAMAX (IRE) (18) 0PP-050 CD

8 11-3

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 (including over C&D) but ended time with that yard below par and has continued in the same vein for current stable Others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA98

7

ALIOSKI (GB) (8) 2/F1403- CD

6 11-2

B g Kodiac - Luluti (IRE) Isabelle Ryder (10)

Mr Gareth Cheshire Gary Brown, Swindon

Br Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar Cheshire Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D maiden winner 13 months ago who matched that level when third of 8 in novices’ handicap hurdle at Sandown (2m, soft) in December Fit from couple of spins on Flat in recent months TFRHHHII BHA97

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FOURTH RACE 4.00

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M)

FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE DEVA RACING’S CAPTAIN TOM CAT MEMORIAL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle 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): Dr R Newland (22 wins from 135 runners, 16%) runs SHENGAI ENKI & TIP TOP TONTO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs EN AVANT LONGEST TRAVELLER: STAR LEGEND trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 132 miles.

A few with chances but Jo Davis’DEMOCRITUS holds the clear edge on the form of his Warwick second so can go one better now after a break Came From Nothing shaped well when a debut Bangor fourth and could emerge as the chief threat, with hurdling-newcomer Six And Out not discounted given his fair bumper form

1-2-3: 1.DEMOCRITUS 2.CAME FROM NOTHING (IRE) 3.SIX AND OUT

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1 BORDERLINE (IRE) (23) 235-6

5 11-4

B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Seana Ghael (IRE) James Best

Mr R. M. E. Wright Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Br Malachy Travers FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Off 7 months before fading sixth of 9 in novice hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 23 days ago. Can build on it now

2 CAME FROM NOTHING (IRE) (47) 00-4

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-4

B g Beat Hollow - By The Hour (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr Dan Walker Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mr D. Breen Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, encouraging fourth of 12 in novice hurdle at Bangor (16.7f, good) on hurdles bow 47 days ago, finishing well Has more to offer. Well in the mix.

3 DEMOCRITUS (GB) (91) 60P42-

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-4

Gr g Universal (IRE) - Nant Y Mynydd Gavin Sheehan

Tony Worth & Vic Bedley

Jo Davis, East Garston

Br Lloyd Bros Equissistant Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden hurdler who took his form up a notch when excellent second of 8 in novice hurdle (14/1) at Warwick (19f, good to soft) 91 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time Leading form claims. TFRHHHHH BHA102

4 EN AVANT (FR) (47) 0/5054-U BF

B g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Bella Eria (FR)

7 11-4

Sean Bowen

Four Big Secrets Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Br Elevage Av Lozach Le Yan & G. Defontaine

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler. Unseated rider 1st in handicap hurdle (7/2) at Bangor (19.6f, good) 47 days ago on his final run for Louise Lyons. Tongue strap on 1st time Needs considering for his new yard TFRHHHII BHA100

5 ROCK D’ETE (FR) (81) 3P/-1

B g Kap Rock (FR) - Star d’Ete (FR)

6 11-4

Alan Johns

On The Rocks Sam Allwood, Whitchurch

Br E.A.R.L Haras de Lassos & Mr A. Abadie Allwood Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW £2,000 6-y-o, Kap Rock gelding. Dam 15f hurdle winner in France. Wears hood Off mark in points at the third attempt (May 7) so not ruled out now going hurdling TFRHHHII BHA-

6 SIX AND OUT (GB) (34) 2/2-2 BF

Ch g Sixties Icon - Extremely Rare (IRE)

5 11-4

James Davies

Miss E. J. Tanner David Weston, West Overton

Br D. J. Weston Flintstone Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up on all his three bumper runs, tongue strap on for 1st time in 4-runner event at Market Rasen (16.6f, good, 4/7) 34 days ago. Much resptected on his hurdles debut TFRHHHII BHA-

7 TIP TOP TONTO (IRE) (35) 6F/32F-3 BF

7 11-4

B g Milan - Sarahs Quay (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies

Foxtrot Racing Tip Top Tonto

Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Mr Colm McHenry Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden hurdler but below par after a year off when only third of 6 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, 11/8) 35 days ago. In the mix if getting back on track. TFRHHHII BHA102

VALPARAISO (GB) (10) 64

5 11-4

B g Sir Percy - Entre Nous (IRE) Harry Reed

M and C Racing

Br Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd

Richard Hawker, Frome

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful on the Flat Off 2 years and not disgraced sent hurdling, cheekpieces on when fourth of 11 in novice hurdle at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good to soft) 10 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-

9

SHENGAI ENKI (FR) (16) 00-34 BF

4 11-0

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Lady Needles (IRE) Cillin Leonard (5)

Deva Racing SE

Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Mr Esteve Rouchvarger Deva Racing Group

TIMEFORMVIEWFair form in bumpers for Mark O’Hare Sold for £28.000 and hinted at promise on hurdle/stable debut when fourth of 7 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) 16 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-

10 STAR LEGEND (IRE) (16) 3

B g Galileo (IRE) - Thai Haku (IRE)

Deva Racing SL 1

Br Rockhart Trading Ltd

4 11-0

Harry Cobden

James Owen, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEWFair form on the Flat for William Haggas. Off 7 months before posting an encouraging third of 7 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy, 7/2) on NH debut 16 days ago. Hood on 1st time Considered

11

MALAGO ROSE (IRE) (29) 40-54

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 10-11

B m Malinas (GER) - Avichi (IRE) David Noonan Mr K.M.Harris Simon Earle, Warminster

Br Drumlin Bloodstock

Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Creditable fourth of 9 in novice hurdle (50/1) at this C&D (good to soft) 29 days ago, running on late. Sort to do better once handicapping over further. TFRHHIII BHA-

2022: TROLLEY BOY 4 11 0 Sam Twiston-Davies 5-2 (Neil Mulholland) 7 ran

Hood worn first time by No. 5, 10. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Democritus (GB), 7-1 En Avant (FR), Six And Out (GB), 15-2 Tip Top Tonto (IRE), 9-1 Shengai Enki (FR), Star Legend (IRE), 12-1 Borderline (IRE), Valparaiso (GB), 14-1 Came From Nothing (IRE), 18-1 Rock d’Ete (FR), 66-1 Malago Rose (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 4.32

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) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Ralph (8 wins from 88 runners, 9%) runs CITIZEN JANE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Harris (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs NADIM LONGEST TRAVELLER: BARNAY trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 241 miles.

In a first-time tongue tie, MY GIFT TO YOU proved a different proposition on his stable/handicap debut when getting off the mark in good style at Southwell 2 days ago, so he can score again if making the quick turnaround. Nadim arrives bidding for a hat-trick and is the main danger, with Painless Potter completing the shortlist

1-2-3: 1.MY GIFT TO YOU (IRE) 2.NADIM (IRE) 3.PAINLESS POTTER (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 SHANDANCER (IRE) (45) 533-220 BF

6 12-0

B g Morpheus - Mrs Popple Jack Quinlan Racing To Profit Syndicate Amy Murphy, Newmarket

Br Mrs Claire Doyle Class1personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper performer Reached a similar level over hurdles, best effort when second at Fontwell (21.7f) in May. Runner-up again at Stratford next time, but not in the same form at Southwell last month. TFRHHHII BHA103

2 PAINLESS POTTER (IRE) (11) 33/U-225

5 11-12

B g Camacho - Wider World (IRE) Gavin Sheehan

Mr R. G. Gilbert Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Ronan Tynan Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWFlat winner last summer who ran well back over hurdles when runner-up in a pair of maidens at this course (2m) last month. Found it tougher back in handicap company at Stratford 11 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA101

3 NADIM (IRE) (5) 53-2211

4 11-2 (in 7lb ex)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Nymphea (IRE) Bradley Harris (5)

Mr Eamon Kelly And Avon Racing Ltd Milton Harris, Warminster

Br Juergen & Ursula Imm GbR Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown improved form on last 2 starts, winning at Stratford (18.7f) and Market Rasen (16.6f)

5 days ago. Did well under circumstances last time having been shuffled back after 3 out TFRHHHHI BHA89 (+6)

4 BEST MATE DAVE (GB) (36) 05/050-1 CD

6 10-13

B g Passing Glance - Dillay Brook (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies

Dave’s Best Mates

D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Br M. B. Bent Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWAfter 6 months off, showed much more than previously when successful on his handicap debut at this C&D in June However, was suited by the way the race developed last time TFRHHHII BHA88

5 BENSINI (GB) (2) 600P-15 CD

7 10-8

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Grouch Onthe Couch (IRE) Sean Bowen

B Jones & Son Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Br Mr Wayne Jones

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved after 5 months off when opening his account at this C&D at the beginning of the month. Was no match for the reopposing My Gift To You when fifth of 11 at Southwell 2 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA83

6 BARNAY (GB) (130) 0/033PP- D

8 10-3

B g Nayef (USA) - Barnezet (GR) Max Kendrick

Mr David Ashbrook Jake Coulson, Heaton

Br Robin Blunt

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner but form has gone the wrong way over fences this year, pulled up last 2 starts (reportedly bled on his latest outing) Cheekpieces back on TFRHHIII BHA78

7

SECRET MOSS (GB) (23) 00/P06/-5

8 10-2

Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Secret Whisper Charlie Hammond

Mrs Gill Summers Rob Summers, Solihull

Br Mrs Gill Summers

TIMEFORMVIEW Has shown little in bumpers/over hurdles so far, finishing well held after 16 months off when

fifth of 8 on handicap debut at Stratford 23 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA72

8 CITIZEN JANE (GB) (17) 0F-P105

B f Scorpion (IRE) - Janes Boutique (IRE)

4 10-2

Mr Murray Dodd (7)

Mr Will Gaskins Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Br Simon Davies

Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWLittle form over hurdles and, despite winning a point in between, failed to offer much encouragement on Rules debut for this yard at Uttoxeter (23.2f). Shaped better when mid-field at this course (2m) since TFRHHIII BHA77

9 JOLIE BAIE (FR) (17) 053-44

4 10-2

B f Gris de Gris (IRE) - Belle Sauvage (FR) Tabitha Worsley (3)

Jo Davis and Chris Butler

Jo Davis, East Garston

Br Mr Florent Lanier Equissistant Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a Huntingdon bumper on debut and only mild encouragement so far over hurdles. Couldn’t justify support (9/1) when finishing fourth at this course (2m) on handicap debut 17 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA73

10 MY GIFT TO YOU (IRE) (2) 3/U0P-61 D

B g Kingston Hill - Ariels Serenade (IRE)

LPOG 23 NH

Br Michael Moloney

5 10-2 (in 7lb ex)

Harry Cobden

James Owen, Newmarket

TIMEFORM VIEWLeft previous form well behind when making a winning handicap debut at Southwell (20.4f) 2 days ago, scoring with plenty in hand Can follow up if turned out again quickly. TFRHHHHH BHA64

2022: KURAKA 8 12 0 Harry Bannister 9-2 (Richard Bandey) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Hood worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6.

Stewards Note:

SHANDANCER: Following its run on 12/6/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

BARNAY: Following its run on 19/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 My Gift To You (IRE), 10-3 Nadim (IRE), 7-1 Best Mate Dave (GB), 10-1 Painless Potter (IRE), Bensini (GB), 12-1 Shandancer (IRE), 22-1 Jolie Baie (FR), 40-1 Citizen Jane (GB), 50-1 Barnay (GB), 66-1 Secret Moss (GB)

SIXTH RACE 5.07

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

THE CAERLEON AFC

AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6450 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2784, 2nd £1393, 3rd £696, 4th £348, 5th £174. (Penalty Value £3203.71) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Mulholland (26 wins from 189 runners, 14%) runs CHAMP ROYAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs FIERAMI LONGEST TRAVELLER: TWILIGHT GIRL trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 132 miles.

CHAMP ROYAL is well treated on his Irish form and his latest fifth at this course was the best form he’s shown for his current stable, so he gets the tentative vote in a race that lacks depth. In-form Sylvies Dance is a threat and Alberic is of interest back over hurdles.

1-2-3: 1.CHAMP ROYAL (FR) 2.SYLVIES DANCE 3.ALBERIC (FR)

colours no horse age st lb

1 SYLVIES DANCE (GB) (31) 1/P2//-213

9 12-0

B m Bollin Eric - Kiama Mr Joshua Newman

Mr D. R. Churches Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne

Br Mrs Brenda Bowditch The Firehouse Somerset

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner in points who was well prepared to make a successful return to the track at Newton Abbot last month. Creditable third at Southwell since and seems likely to be on the premises TFRHHHHI BHA97

2 TWILIGHT GIRL (IRE) (17) 12F3-60

10 11-13

Mr Jamie Gambin (7) James Owen Racing Club James Owen, Newmarket

B m Craigsteel - Twilight Princess (IRE)

Br Mr Billy Costello

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser in Ireland at her peak Dropping in the weights and, while not firing lately, she represents an in-form stable and has cheekpieces applied for the first time TFRHHHII BHA96

3 FIERAMI (FR) (21) 4PP2-06

8 11-13

B or Br g Network (GER) - Une Brik (FR)

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

Mr Oliver Boyden (7) Olly Murphy Racing Club

Br E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORMVIEWFair winner at 21f over hurdles but failed to match that level sent chasing last year and not a great deal of encouragement on both starts for current stable Return to hurdling might help. TFRHHHII BHA96

4 SHEILA NASH (IRE) (17) 114P-P3 CD

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

8 11-12

Miss Izzie Marshall (5)

Mr Chris Nash Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Ms C. Brennan Tori Global

TIMEFORMVIEW Won twice over C&D last summer for Harry Whittington and back on track when third here 17 days ago. Has become well treated and shouldn’t be dismissed TFRHHHII BHA95

5 CHAMP ROYAL (FR) (22) 505-6P5

B g Masterstroke (USA) - Sky Royale (FR)

7 11-10

Mr Tommie M. O’Brien

Mr M. S. Cresswell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Mr Jean-Paul & Mrs Marie-Odile Deshayes

TIMEFORMVIEWSeveral creditable efforts in Ireland for Colm Murphy. Yet to match that form for current stable but there was a bit more encouragement in his latest effort at this course Too well handicapped to ignore TFRHHHHH BHA93

6 KAPITALISTE (FR) (36) P00-23P BF

B g Intello (GER) - Kapitale (GER)

7 11-7

Miss Fern O’Brien (5)

The Profile Partnership 2 Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Br Wertheimer et Frere Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Made the frame first 2 starts this term but needs to bounce back from a modest display (pulled up) at this course last month. TFRHHIII BHA90

7 OFF THE PLANET (IRE) (30) Fr-2r00

Ch g Presenting - Kings Diva (IRE)

8 11-6

Mr Oscar Palmer (7)

Joe Tickle Racing Club Joe Tickle, Tiverton

Br Sean Hoare

TIMEFORM VIEW Record became distinctly patchy for Philip Hobbs, tailed off when falling 3 out at Warwick in spring 2022 Unsuccessful in points subsequently and debut for current stable was modest TFRHHIII BHA89

8

ALBERIC (FR) (78) PP054-4

B g Poliglote - Khayance (FR)

6 11-2

Mr Callum Pritchard (7)

Corrina Ltd Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br G.A.E.C Campos

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles and fences in early 2022 and signs of a return to form when fourth in a handicap chaser at Fontwell 78 days ago. Claims if he can build on that back over timber TFRHHHII BHA85

9

PUNCHES CROSS (IRE) (31) 54//4P0-4

B g Stowaway - The Marching Lady (IRE)

10 11-1

Mr Billy Marshall (7)

Mr John P. McManus Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Lake Lodge Stud Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap chaser at best for Joseph Patrick O’Brien but form has gone the wrong way for his current trainer. Best watched returning to hurdling. TFRHHIII BHA84

10 STRIPE OF HONOUR (IRE) (17) 0-1P5P0 CD

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

10 10-9

Mr James Turner (7)

Mrs Kathy Day Anthony Day, Hinckley

Br Michael Kearns Mr Day

TIMEFORMVIEW Sagged his second course success when landing 12-runner handicap (20f) in May but hasn’t been in the same form since TFRHHIII BHA78

11

PHOEBUS LESCRIBAA (FR) (67) 045P0-F

11 10-2

B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Mia Lescribaa (FR) Miss Holly Flynn (7)

Medbourne Racing Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

Br P. Lafitte, L. Lafitte & M. Barreyat Clay Street Property Consultants

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who struggled over hurdles last season and fell in a handicap at Stratford on chasing debut a couple of months ago. Plenty to prove TFRHHIII BHA71

12

BLACKJACKTENNESSEE (GB) (22) U4-U43P 9 10-2

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - No Virtue Miss Clara Brewitt (7)

Miss L. Wallace Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Mr Stephen Flook ADM Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Long-standing maiden who was pulled up in a handicap chase at this course last time and makes little appeal returning to the smaller obstacles. TFRHHIII BHA71

2022: BAGAN 8 11 4 Mr Joshua Newman 11-4 (Seamus Mullins) 12 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 7, 11.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 12.

Stewards Note:

CHAMP ROYAL: Following its run on 5/7/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

BLACKJACKTENNESSEE: Following its run on 5/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered at the first fence.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Sylvies Dance (GB), 6-1 Champ Royal (FR), 13-2 Alberic (FR), 10-1 Twilight Girl (IRE), Sheila Nash (IRE), Kapitaliste (FR), 14-1 Fierami (FR), Blackjacktennessee (GB), 18-1 Punches Cross (IRE), 28-1 Stripe of Honour (IRE), 33-1 Phoebus Lescribaa (FR), 50-1 Off The Planet (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.20 - 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Penalties, after July 15th, 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. 17 entries at £32. - Closed July 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24)

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Second Race 2.50 - THE PERSIMMON HOMES SOUTH MIDLANDS 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £46 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Persimmon Homes have kindly sponsored this race and 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 July 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1857; Third £929; Fourth £465; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4858.52)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.25 - THE CHARLES CHURCH SOUTH MIDLANDS 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Charles Church have kindly sponsored this race and 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 July 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights lowered 1lb.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 4.00 - THE DEVA RACING’S CAPTAIN TOM CAT MEMORIAL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle 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, July 21st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Deva Racing 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. 22 entries at £40.Closed July 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.32 - 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 0-105. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. FBC Manby Bowdler have kindly sponsored this race and 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. 26 entries at £32. - Closed July 21st, 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 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 5.07 - THE CAERLEON AFC AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3203 to the winning horse The second to receive £1602, the third £800, the fourth £401 and the fifth £199. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race. Caerleon AFC 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 July 21st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2784; Second £1393; Third £696; Fourth £348; Fifth £174. (Penalty Value £3203.71) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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