Worcester Racecard - Tuesday 22nd August

Back from a break!

From a very refreshed team here at Worcester Racecourse after a few weeks off, we would like to welcome you all back for an evenings of Summer Jumps racing. With the weather on our side, grab a drink and enjoy our gates being back open once again.

We have 6 races, with 63 horses declared and our feature race being the 2nd which has a total value of £25,000. We wish every runner and rider the very best of luck and hope all connections have a very enjoyable race night with us.

A very special welcome to Kandy Dawson, Joe Norris and your party, who are all here to remember Peter Dawson; a much loved family member who loved his racing. We look forward to welcoming you to the parade ring so you can get up close and personal to the horses, of which I am sure Peter will be looking down in great pride.

On the 6th September, Worcester Racecourse are taking part in a Dragon Boat Challenge on behalf of Racing Welfare; a fantastic charity which supports the whole of the racing industry. It is proving to be very competitive already with top yards competing against each other, National Hunt jockeys holding a team, as well as ARC vs The Jockey Club! Within this race card you will find more details on what is involved and how you can donate… we need all the luck we can get!

We also have tables available in our Severn restaurant or our private hospitality suits where you can treat yourself to our specially created dishes with great views of the track. Celebrate in style and book with us at www.worcester-racecourse.co.uk

With just 8 fixtures left before we close for the 2023, we still have plenty going on. Experience fine dining in our Severn Restaurant which has fresh, seasonal dishes on offer to provide you with the very best day out. Do get ahead and book your tickets to avoid disappointment. Tickets can be purchased on our website or by calling the office on 01905 25364.

Thank you all for coming and have a great evening here today!

Good luck and I hope we can welcome you back on another occasion soon.

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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.

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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FIRST RACE 5.30

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

THE RICHARD NEWLAND RACING 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) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D Pipe (18 wins from 123 runners, 15%) runs ABAYA DU MATHAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs RAECIUS FELIX

WEIGHTWATCHER: ABAYA DU MATHAN won off a handicap mark of 102, his rating is now down 6lb to 96.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: RAECIUS FELIX trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 207 miles.

ZORAN impressed when going in over C&D last time and this fairly useful Flat winner can make light of a 8lb rise in the weights Sinister Minister has taken well to fences but might have to settle for runner-up spot once more, with Stratford-victor Justshortofabubble appealing as the pick for place purposes

1-2-3: 1.ZORAN 2.SINISTER MINISTER 3.JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE

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1 ZORAN (GB) (21) 40-5321 CD

6 12-0

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Filia Regina Tom Bellamy Owners Group 077 Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br Stanley House Stud Owners Group

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful winner at 10f on Flat 6/4, career best when easily winning 8-runner handicap chase over C&D (good) 21 days ago. Hiked up 8lb but more to offer and rates a big player TFRHHHHH BHA97

2 ABAYA DU MATHAN (FR) (30) 1-23166 D

11 11-13

B g Al Namix (FR) - Swahilie du Mathan (FR) Jack Tudor David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who scored at Ffos Las in June but needs to shrug off 2 lesser runs at Worcester and Newton Abbot since

3 RAECIUS FELIX (IRE) (28) 14-PP34

HHIII BHA96

9 11-10

Ch g Stowaway - Dances With Waves (IRE) Brian Hughes Mr John Wade Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br Gregory Rossiter Stonegrave Aggregates Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEW All-the-way winner of handicap chases at Sedgefield and Kelso (both at around 21f) last summer Largely out of form since though so needs to take a big step forward. TFRHHIII BHA93

4 SINISTER MINISTER (GB) (21) P-02362

8 11-2

Gr g Malinas (GER) - Champagne Lil Harry Cobden

Foxhunters In Mind Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br Mr A. M. Armitage Philip Jones Financial Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a positive start to his chase career, runner-up over C&D 21 days ago. In the mix despite taking a 3lb rise in the weights. TFRHHHHI BHA85

5 MARTALMIX’JAC (FR) (63) 52F6-53

6 10-13

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Andria (FR) Alex Edwards

High and Low

Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Mrs L. & Mr J. Grandchamp Des Raux ADM Protexin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who stepped up on his low-key chase debut when third in 8-runner handicap at Stratford (17f, good) 63 days ago. Step up in trip should suit so needs considering.

6 JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE (GB) (19) 0-03521

TFRHHHII BHA82

6 10-10

B g Midnight Legend - Auld Fyffee (IRE) Ben Jones

Michelle Harris & Deberah Lawton Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br Gretton & J. Hynes Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark in 9-runner handicap chase at Stratford (22.6f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Up 5lb but he can go well again

7

TALKINGTHETALK (IRE) (26) P0-P13P D

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

TFRHHHHI BHA79

6 10-8

Finn Lambert (5)

Mr Graham Wilson Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Br Mr Nick Blanchfield Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Uttoxeter in June but pulled up in handicap chase over C&D (heavy) 26 days ago. Has something to prove

TFRHHIII BHA77

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CARAPAZ (IRE) (16) P-P00P0

5 10-6

B g Shirocco (GER) - Winding Bae (IRE) Harry Bannister

The David Dennis Racing Club David Dennis, Banbury

Br Kedrah House Stud DD Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete both starts in points and has no more than hinted at ability over hurdles in recent months Lots more is needed now going chasing TFRHHIII BHA75

9 IRONHILL (IRE) (21) P002-P3 C

7 10-5

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Azaban (IRE) Liam Harrison It Is What It Is Michael Scudamore, Bromsash

Br Mrs Letty O’Sullivan

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start for Alastair Ralph in bumper here last summer Not disgraced on second start for his new yard when third of 8 to Zoran in handicap chase at this C&D (good) 21 days ago. No forlorn hope TFRHHHII BHA74

10

OCEAN’S OF MONEY (IRE) (37) 4003-65

7 10-2

B m Califet (FR) - Black Money Shane Quinlan (3) Nikki Evans Racing Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Br J.P. Farrell

TIMEFORM VIEW Still to register a victory but she posted a respectable fifth of 9 in handicap chase at Stratford (19.4f, good) 37 days ago. Can give a good account despite being 2lb out of the handicap. TFRHHHII BHA69

2022: HORS GUARD (FR) 5 11 3 Harry Bannister 6-1 (Richard Bandey) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6, 9, 10. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Zoran (GB), 4-1 Justshortofabubble (GB), 6-1 Sinister Minister (GB), 9-1 Martalmix’jac (FR), 10-1 Ironhill (IRE), 16-1 Raecius Felix (IRE), 18-1 Talkingthetalk (IRE), 22-1 Abaya du Mathan (FR), Ocean’s of Money (IRE), 150-1 Carapaz (IRE)

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SECOND RACE 6.00

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

THE PETER DAWSON FORGET-ME-NOT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £25000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): N Mulholland (28 wins from 181 runners, 15%) runs BRIEF TIMES

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Fahy (2 wins from 12 runners, 17%) runs PEREGRINE RUN

WEIGHTWATCHER: ORGANDI won off a handicap mark of 132, her rating is now down 7lb to 125.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: PEREGRINE RUN trained by P Fahy, Ireland.

COURTLAND advanced his form again when second in the Summer Plate (winner won again at the weekend) and he can resume winning ways now. The Paul Nicholls-trained Hell Red is second choice ahead of Go On Chez and the hat-trick seeking Brief Times.

1-2-3: 1.COURTLAND (IRE) 2.HELL RED (FR) 3.GO ON CHEZ

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1 PEREGRINE RUN (IRE) (16) 3511-P3 CD

13 12-0

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Masriyna’s Article (IRE) Keith Donoghue

Mr V. Byrne Peter Fahey, Ireland

Br Mr Vincent Byrne

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this 12 months ago and also added a win at Chepstow in October. Not disgraced in a conditions chase at Galway 16 days ago and this might have been the main aim again. TFRHHHII BHA147

2 BRIEF TIMES (IRE) (18) 53-P011

7 11-4

B g Doyen (IRE) - Dali’s Theatre Richie McLernon Ms S. Exell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Ms T. Hassett

TIMEFORMVIEWOften let down by his jumping but has transformed by a step up to 3m in recent weeks, making all at Southwell (beat Go On Chez) and Bangor (by 3 1/2 lengths from Saint Arvans) More on his plate now bidding for the hat-trick but can’t discount in current mood TFRHHHII BHA137

3 KILLER CLOWN (IRE) (31) 35F5-3P

B g Getaway (GER) - Our Soiree (IRE)

Burkes & Syders

9 11-4

Tom Bellamy

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br Kevin Cullen Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual handicap winner over 2 1/2m in 2021/22 season Lightly raced since and was unable to build on his Uttoxeter third in May when pulled up in the Summer Plate at Market Rasen. Yet to prove he stays this far. TFRHHIII BHA137

4 COURTLAND (IRE) (31) 56-1112 C

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

Miss Jayne Brace & Mr Gwyn Brace

Br Mrs Rosemary Ross

8 11-1

Sean Bowen

Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Peter and Karen Bowen Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Like many from the yard he’s thrived this summer, completing a hat-trick (first 2 legs over 2 1/2m here) before an excellent second in the Summer Plate at Market Rasen This longer trip should be within range. Big player TFRHHHHH BHA134

5 RUTHLESS ARTICLE (IRE) (23) 15P-424 BF

10 11-1

B g Definite Article - Lady Kamando Brian Hughes

J Rymer R Farnham C Rymer J Farnham

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br Walter Crean William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Can be hard to catch right but has finished a good second in the last 2 runnings of the Summer Cup at Uttoxeter. Not at his best when fourth of 5 there last time, though TFRHHHII BHA134

6 HELL RED (FR) (23) 121-443

Gr g Martaline - Queen Margot (FR)

6 10-13

Harry Cobden

Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 6 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Kerry Ann Kepa & Auregann Kepa Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEWEnjoyed a highly-productive spell small-field novice events in chases last summer before winning yet another match race at Fontwell in April. Twice a well-held fourth over hurdles at the start of the summer but he was back on track returned to chasing when third at Uttoxeter 23 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA132

7 GO ON CHEZ (GB) (35) 2FP1-22 BF

B g Malinas (GER) - Who’s Afraid

Kevin Roberts

7 10-11

Toby Wynne (5)

Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Yorton Farm Stud Swansway

TIMEFORMVIEWThree wins last season and even better form when runner-up around 3m at Aintree and Southwell (beaten 1/2 length by Brief Times) this summer. Likely to give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA130

8 ERITAGE (FR) (22) 46P-325

9 10-11

B g Martaline - Sauves La Reine (FR) James Best

Syd Hosie Syd Hosie, Sherborne

Br Mr Guy Vimont Sherbourne Utilities Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWStruggled on joining this yard last summer but back in better form over hurdles lately His 3 handicap chase wins have all come from higher marks than this so not discounted back over fences. TFRHHHII BHA130

9 SAINT ARVANS (FR) (18) 3-P3152 D

9 10-10

B g Motivator - Castellina (USA) Conor Rabbitt (5)

Mr D Carr and Miss A P Lee

Maurice Barnes, Brampton

Br Deer Daniel John & M. E. Maurice Barnes Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWEnhanced his good strike-rate over fences when seeing off 4 rivals at Perth (3m, good) in June. Respectable fifth in Summer Plate at Market Rasen next time and good second stepped back up to 3m at Bangor since TFRHHHII BHA129

10 ORGANDI (FR) (35) 1P-0304

11 10-6

Br m Early March - Creme Pralinee (FR) Ciaran Gethings

Beautiful People Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br Dr Vet R. Y. Simon & Mr N. Simon Tori Global

TIMEFORMVIEWVeteran mare who probably isn’t the force of old and ran below form again when 24 1/2 lengths fourth of 5 to Brief Times (Go On Chez second) at Southwell last month. TFRHHIII BHA125

11 THE VOLLAN (IRE) (239) 51000P- C D

9 10-2

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Print It On Lips (IRE) Ben Jones

Mrs Elaine Holmes

Br Sharon Duggan

L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

TIMEFORMVIEWRegistered fourth victory of 2022 in a 4-runner Kelso handicap in October. Ended the year out of sorts, though, and returns from a 7-month break in a very competitive race TFRHHIII BHA120

12 GATS AND CO (GB) (26) 0P4-220

8 10-2

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

Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend

Br Mr David Brace Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORMVIEW Really got his act together in 2022, winning 4 staying handicap chases on the bounce Patchy form since and he faces a tough task here from 9lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA112

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 11. Stewards Note:

GATS AND CO: Following its run on 27/7/2023 it was reported that the horse made a mistake at a fence.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Courtland (IRE), 11-2 Go On Chez (GB), 13-2 Brief Times (IRE), 9-1 Hell Red (FR), 10-1 Ruthless Article (IRE), Saint Arvans (FR), 12-1 Peregrine Run (IRE), 16-1 Eritage (FR), 20-1 Killer Clown (IRE), 25-1 Organdi (FR), 28-1 Gats And Co (GB), 40-1 The Vollan (IRE)

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THIRD RACE 6.30

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

THE eventmasters.co.uk OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £4800

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (36 wins from 182 runners, 20%) runs TRIBAL GLORY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (7 wins from 49 runners, 14%) runs RIDGE HILL

LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE EVENTMASTER trained by B Brookhouse, Newmarket, 132 miles.

TRIBAL GLORY is the percentage call on the back of his C&D bumper debut second, although a strong market move for Archie Watson newcomer Ridge Hill would put a slightly different slant on things. Kilbeggan runner-up Captain’s Pick should also have a say on first outing for new trainer Christian Williams

1-2-3: 1.TRIBAL GLORY (IRE) 2.RIDGE HILL 3.CAPTAIN’S PICK (IRE)

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1 CAPTAIN’S PICK (IRE) (64) 5-2

5 11-2

B g Ocovango - Knockieran (IRE) Jack Tudor

Deva Racing CP Christian Williams, Bridgend

Br William Larkin Deva Racing Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Better effort in bumpers in Ireland when second of 12 at Kilbeggan in June Joined a respected stable and a prominent showing is on the cards.

2 THINKING THYME (GB) (-)

B g Native Ruler - Thyne River (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 11-2

Conor Ring (3)

Mr G. I. Isaac Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Br G. I. Isaac

TIMEFORM VIEW Native Ruler gelding Dam ran twice in bumpers. Betting should help guide to expectations

3 TRIBAL GLORY (IRE) (43) 12 BF

Ch g Mahler - Emily’s Princess (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 11-2

Mr Ben Sutton (7)

Mr N. Sutton Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Thomas Norris Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW £48,000 buy after a point win in May and promising start under Rules when second over C&D 6 weeks ago. Taken to go one better

4 CHARIA (GB) (55) PP

Ch g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Midnight Sequel

TFRHHHHH BHA-

4 10-13

Thomasina Eyston (7)

Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br Mike Burbidge

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in 2 C&D bumpers this summer Can only watch.

5 HARBOUR BRIDGE (GB) (-)

B g Australia - Sweet Dream

The Harbour Bridge Syndicate

Br Morera Partnership

TFRHIIII BHA-

4 10-13

Tabitha Worsley (3)

Jo Davis, East Garston

TIMEFORMVIEW Australia gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 1m Siberian Night Dam, 2-y-o 1m winner who stayed 1 1/2m Yard 0-13 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons.

6 RIDGE HILL (GB) (-)

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Galatee (FR)

Hambleton Racing Ltd XVIII & Partner

TFRHHIII BHA-

4 10-13

Sean Bowen

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Br Godolphin Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £24,000 Dubawi gelding. Brother to 2 winners on Flat and half-brother to 4 winners, including fair hurdler Demophon Dam smart 9.4f/1 1/4m winner Very interesting pedigree for a race like this TFRHHHHI BHA-

7 SIDE STEPPER (IRE) (-)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Luvly Rita (USA)

Ms S. Howell and Partner 1

Br Haras Don Alberto

4 10-13

Nick Scholfield

Christian Williams, Bridgend

B g Shakeel (FR) - Dubai (IRE)

Eventmasters Racing

Jack Quinlan

B F Brookhouse, Newmarket

Br Mr Canice Farrell Eventmasters Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 3/1, raced too freely when fourth of 8 in bumper at Southwell on debut 35 days ago. Has the potential for better if the addition of a hood helps her to settle better this time TFRHHHII BHA-

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

THE EVENTMASTER: Following its run on 18/7/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely early-on.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Tribal Glory (IRE), 3-1 Ridge Hill (GB), 7-2 Captain’s Pick (IRE), 12-1 The Eventmaster (IRE), 16-1 Side Stepper (IRE), 25-1 Thinking Thyme (GB), 50-1 Harbour Bridge (GB), 150-1 Charia (GB)

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FOURTH RACE 7.00

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

THE RADIO WYVERN, WHERE WORCESTER COMES FIRST HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E Fenton (12 wins from 59 runners, 20%) runs TEDWIN HILLS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs RESTANDBETHANKFUL LONGEST TRAVELLER: RESTANDBETHANKFUL trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 207 miles.

Preference is for KENZAI WARRIOR, who was a solid second here in June and returns to handicap company on a fair mark. Painless Potter and Coolnaugh Haze can also make their presence felt.

1-2-3: 1.KENZAI WARRIOR (USA) 2.PAINLESS POTTER (IRE) 3.COOLNAUGH HAZE (IRE)

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1 COOLNAUGH HAZE (IRE) (46) 6-42234 D

5 12-0

B g Lawman (FR) - Midas Haze Mr Alex Chadwick (7) Brownsbarn TBs & The Sheephaven Bay James Owen, Newmarket Br B. & J. McDonald Rapido Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 5 starts for previous connections this year, latest when respectable fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good) 46 days ago. Remains fairly treated and could be a player on debut for new yard here TFRHHHII BHA110

2 HICONIC (GB) (28) P54-114 CD

6 12-0

B m Sixties Icon - Hi Note Harriet Tucker (7) Golden Equinox Racing & Partner Alex Hales, Edgecote

Br Miss S. West

TIMEFORMVIEWDown in the weights and back to form with a bang to win 2m handicaps at Warwick and over C&D earlier this summer Not disgraced in hat-trick bid at Southwell since and likely to make presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA110

3 KENZAI WARRIOR (USA) (68) 425-2

6 11-12

B or Br g Karakontie (JPN) - Lemon Sakhee (CAN) Daryl Jacob

Rae and Carol Borras Roger Teal, Lambourn

Br John D. Gunther Chartplan(2004) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner on Flat who made frame for the third time in this sphere when second of 10 in novice over C&D (good) 68 days ago. Returns to handicaps now and holds solid claims. TFRHHHHH BHA108

4 JACK THE SAVAGE (GB) (147) 13354- CD

B g Passing Glance - Catching Zeds

M White J Frampton L Horsfall

Br Harris & Ford Ltd

6 11-11

Will Featherstone (7)

Laura Horsfall, Towcester

TIMEFORMVIEW Posted encouraging third on hurdles bow at Plumpton in February. Not really built on that since but remains low mileage and may do better now sent handicapping TFRHHHII BHA107

5 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (26) 3/U40-44 CD

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

Miss S. Troughton

Br Miss S. Troughton

9 11-9

Alex Edwards

Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Planned Office Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWDual hurdles/chase winner who disappointed in 3 starts last year but shaped encouragingly on back of 8 months off when fourth in C&D handicap in June However, wasn’t in same form here last month and has something to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA105

6 NO RECOLLECTION (GB) (31) 16-6140 CD 5 11-9

Br g Dansili - Talawat

Jonathan England

Worcester Racing Club Sam England, Guiseley

Br Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar Keighley Steel

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored for second time over this C&D when landing handicap in June but well held both starts since and has work to do off current mark. TFRHHIII BHA105

7 RESTANDBETHANKFUL (GB) (20) 565162 D 7 11-8

Br g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Aaron Anderson (5) Mike Severs & Partner

Br Clarendon Farm Bluegrass Horse Feeds

8

STATE OF BLISS (IRE) (26) 5-3215 D

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

5 11-6

Jack Quinlan

The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Neil King, Burderop

Br C. O. P. Hanbury

TIMEFORMVIEWWon at fourth time of asking over hurdles in 4-runner Fakenham maiden in June but finished well held in C&D handicap last time and looks on a stiff mark at present. Tongue strap on first time TFRHHIII BHA102

9

PAINLESS POTTER (IRE) (21) 3/U-2253

5 11-4

B g Camacho - Wider World (IRE) Kielan Woods

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

Br Ronan Tynan Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted himself well over timber this summer, latest when third of 8 in handicap over C&D (good) 21 days ago. 1lb lower now and not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA100

10

TEDWIN HILLS (IRE) (100) 4/002P-4

6 11-3

B g Getaway (GER) - Ashwell Lady (IRE) Tom Bellamy

Mr Scott Turner Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

Br William Mangan Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden who put a disappointing handicap debut behind him when good fourth of 14 at Plumpton (15.9f, good to firm) in May. This looks tougher but he merits consideration. Had wind operation. TFRHHHII BHA99

11 ANGER MANAGEMENT (GB) (13) 22153P- D

4 10-12

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Despatch Sean Bowen

BB Thoroughbreds John Ryan, Newmarket

Br Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd Russell Developments

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused an upset in 4-runner juvenile event at Huntingdon in October but rather gone backwards since and offered little on return from 6-month absence on Flat recently TFRHHIII BHA97

12

CHASAMAX (IRE) (18) P-0500P CD

8 10-11

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 TFRHIIII BHA93

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10.

Stewards Note:

TEDWIN HILLS: Following its run on 14/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Kenzai Warrior (USA), 13-2 Hiconic (GB), Painless Potter (IRE), 7-1 Coolnaugh Haze (IRE), 8-1 Tedwin Hills (IRE), 11-1 State of Bliss (IRE), 14-1 Restandbethankful (GB), 16-1 Jack The Savage (GB), No Recollection (GB), 28-1 Mix of Clover (GB), 33-1 Anger Management (GB), 100-1 Chasamax (IRE)

To Phil and Janet

On Behlaf of Worcester Racecourse, we wish both a very Happy 41st Anniversary

Well Done Janet!!

FIFTH RACE 7.30

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

THE PHIL & JANET ROBINSON 41ST WEDDING-ANNIVERSARY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8000

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (36 wins from 182 runners, 20%) runs RED RIVER VALLEY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs RED RIVER VALLEY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ISLE OF OIR trained by M Campion, Malton, 176 miles.

SFORZA CASTLE has progressed with each start to date and, with potentially more to come now stepping up in trip, he’s an appealing candidate in what looks a winnable race Seinesational is fully exposed but ought to be on the premises again, while Craven Bay has a similarly progressive profile to the selection and must enter calculations, also

1-2-3: 1.SFORZA CASTLE (IRE) 2.SEINESATIONAL 3.CRAVEN BAY (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 CLAUDE ALMIGHTY (FR) (281) 0/00P-

6 11-4

Br g Fuisse (FR) - Belle Sauvage (FR) Tabitha Worsley (3) TheseGirlsCan Racing Club Jo Davis, East Garston

Br Mr Florent Lanier

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers/completed start over hurdles Off 9 months.

2 CRAVEN BAY (IRE) (33) 4/11-333

TFRHIIII BHA-

7 11-4

B g Fame And Glory - Cove (IRE) David Bass

Mr Graham Henderson Lawney Hill, Aston Rowant

Br P. Connell Diasma Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won final 2 starts in points in May 2022 and is progressing gradually over hurdles, third in 10-runner C&D maiden on most recent outing Merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA98

3 ISLE OF OIR (IRE) (16) 2//P-P

9 11-4

B g Gold Well - Patsy Cline (IRE) James Best Mark Campion Racing Club Mark Campion, Malton

Br Denis Cleary Mark Campion Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped promisingly when runner-up in a Punchestown bumper for S. Curling back in March 2021. However, has offered very little both starts over hurdles since then TFRHIIII BHA-

4 IT’S A LOVE THING (GB) (49) 0

5 11-4

Jonathan England Duke of Appletreewick Sam England, Guiseley

B g Intrinsic - Lady Kyllar

Br Malih L. Al Basti

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) who was given a considerate introduction to hurdling at Stratford last month and will likely be brought along steadily TFRHHIII BHA-

5 RED RIVER VALLEY (IRE) (514) P16/-

7 11-4

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Sunset View (IRE) Connor Brace

R V Racing Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Mr Colm Looney Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in Irish points at the second attempt but ran to just a modest level in a Stratford bumper on Rules debut 17 months ago and not seen since Tongue strap fitted for this belated hurdle debut TFRHHHII BHA-

6 SEINESATIONAL (GB) (33) 222/30-2 BF

8 11-4

B g Champs Elysees - Kibara Charlie Hammond

Ursa Major RN Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

Br Fittocks Stud Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent performer who produced another creditable effort after 8 months off when runner-up in a C&D maiden 33 days ago, the lack of a recent run coupled with an untimely error at the last proving his undoing Highly likely to be on the premises again. TFRHHHHI BHA101

7 SFORZA CASTLE (IRE) (31) 6543

B g Milan - Jet Empress (IRE)

The Ben Pauling Racing Club

5 11-4

Kielan Woods

Ben Pauling, Naunton

Br Neill Patrick Francis Doran Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Took another step forward when third of 11 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, soft, 13/2) 31 days ago. Step up in trip likely to suit and must enter calculations TFRHHHHH BHA105

B g Morpheus - Mrs Popple

Br Mrs Claire Doyle

9

Patrick Wadge (5) Racing To Profit Syndicate

Amy Murphy, Newmarket

CLASS1PERSONNEL, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair in bumpers and of a similar level over hurdles, adding another placed effort to his collection when third at this course (20f) 26 days ago. Visor on for 1st time TFRHHHII BHA102

CHAMPAGNE KISS (GB) (-)

5 10-11

B m Bollin Eric - Cutlass Silver Conor Ring (3) Simon & Sara Jones

Br Mr S. A. Jones

Evan Williams, Llancarfan

TIMEFORM VIEW Bollin Eric mare. Dam (c93) point winner/maiden under Rules. Market can guide.

10 PRINCESS PRIYA (IRE)

B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Rosa Rugosa (IRE) Tom Bellamy

Mr Oscar Singh & Miss Priya Purewal D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

Br Cathal Ennis Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWModest in bumpers but showed nothing on Southwell hurdling/stable last November

Significantly up in trip TFRHIIII BHA-

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Visor worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 6.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Sforza Castle (IRE), 3-1 Seinesational (GB), 5-1 Craven Bay (IRE), 11-2 Shandancer (IRE), 16-1 Red River Valley (IRE), 20-1 Champagne Kiss (GB), 40-1 It’s A Love Thing (GB), 100-1 Isle of Oir (IRE), 200-1 Claude Almighty (FR), Princess Priya (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 8.00

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

THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8000

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): F O’Brien (36 wins from 182 runners, 20%) runs ST PATRICKS BRIDGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J O’Neill (2 wins from 3 runners, 67%) runs HUNGRY HILL WEIGHTWATCHER: SAMMYLOU won off a handicap mark of 117, his rating is now down 7lb to 110. LONGEST TRAVELLER: KARAVOMYLOS trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.

A few with chances but KARAVOMYLOS is on the up since sent over staying trips and fancied to build on his C&D third and resume winning ways Hungry Hill is another progressive type so he rates a big threat on the back of his Uttoxeter success, while Kapitaliste and Broomfields Cave warrant plenty of respect too in a competitive handicap

1-2-3: 1.KARAVOMYLOS (IRE) 2.HUNGRY HILL (IRE) 3.KAPITALISTE (FR)

colours no horse age st lb

1 SAMMYLOU (IRE) (91) 14400-6 D

10 12-0

B g Beneficial - Carrigeen Diamond (IRE) Bryony Frost

DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold

Br C. B. Poots

The Good Racing Company Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Produced a career best when winning at Uttoxeter (23.3f) in July but not matched that form in 5 outings since for Fergal O’Brien Lots to prove for his new yard TFRHHIII BHA110

2 BROOMFIELDS CAVE (IRE) (25) 0353-1F BF

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Dreaming On (IRE)

Bristow Crofts and Flower

6 12-0

Richie McLernon

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Br R. Cody Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who got off the mark in this sphere in 3m Southwell handicap in June. In second when fell last in handicap at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Cheekpieces go on for 1st time and in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA110

3 HUNGRY HILL (IRE) (25) 602-621 D

6 11-13

B g Fame And Glory - Echo Queen (IRE) Nick Scholfield Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd.

Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br William P. Delaney Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler who got off the mark in 23f handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (good to soft) 25 days ago. Must enter calculations despite taking a 5lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA109

4 ST PATRICKS BRIDGE (IRE) (57) 20624-3

B g Hillstar - Glazed Storm (IRE)

6 11-11

Liam Harrison

The FOB Racing Partnership 4 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Raymond McArdle Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but he arrives in good nick, third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good to firm) 57 days ago. One for the shortlist.

5 PRUSSIA WITH LOVE (GB) (88) 64/PP/-0P

HHHII BHA107

9 11-4

Br m Presenting - Ruby Royale Kielan Woods

Bourton Racing Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg Suzanne Barnes Design Partnership

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair 19f hurdles winner at his best for Dan Skelton Off 20 months and offered little both runs for Shane Crawley. Hard to warm to starting out for another new stable TFRHHIII BHA100

6 D’JANGO (FR) (46) 30-0P24 CD

10 11-2

Br g Balko (FR) - Quizas Jolie (FR) Jack Tudor

David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington

Br Mr Jacques Cypres & Mr Laurent Couetil W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but only fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (25.8f, good)

46 days ago, going in snatches

7 CLASSIC CONCORDE (IRE) (25) 141P23 D

TFRHHIII BHA98

10 10-12

B g Shantou (USA) - Morning Calm Connor Brace

Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend

Br Victor Connolly

TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but he posted a creditable third of 7 to Hungry Hill in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Possibilities.

TFRHHHII BHA94

8

KAPITALISTE (FR) (26) 00-23P2

B g Intello (GER) - Kapitale (GER)

The Profile Partnership 2

Br Wertheimer et Frere

7 10-11

Miss Fern O’Brien (7)

Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 12 runs since his last win in 2022 but he recorded a good second of 11 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (soft) 26 days ago, clear of rest Needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA93

9 KARAVOMYLOS (IRE) (43) 56-2213 D BF

4 10-9

B g Milan - Jet Empress (IRE) Sean Bowen

Vernon & Anna Phillips & Bowen Group

Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Neill Patrick Francis Doran Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown improved form upped in trip switched to handicaps this season, getting off the mark at Uttoxeter (23.3f) before good third of 12 over C&D 43 days ago. The one to beat with more to come TFRHHHHH BHA97

10 ANGELS LANDING (IRE) (23) 23/545-4

B m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Kalinka Malinka (IRE)

The Piranha Partnership

Br Glen Devlin & Facinating Rock Syndicate

5 10-9

Brian Hughes

Ian Williams, Alvechurch

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden hurdler who wasn’t discredited when fourth of 9 in handicap at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) 23 days ago. Significantly up in trip No forlorn hope TFRHHHII BHA91

11 MAROOCHI (GB) (50) 1FF-54P

6 10-4

B m Presenting - Makadamia Harry Cobden

Whitcombe Racing Club

Br Upton Viva Stud

Keiran Burke, Whitcombe

TIMEFORMVIEW Opened her account at Newton Abbot (21.5f) last September.Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) 50 days ago though so she has it to prove now. TFRHHHII BHA86

2022: POTTLERATH (IRE) 7 10 9 Stan Sheppard 2-1 (Matt Sheppard) 14 ran

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

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 10.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

SAMMYLOU: Following its run on 23/5/2023 it was reported that the horse bled from nose.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Karavomylos (IRE), 5-1 Hungry Hill (IRE), 11-2 Broomfields Cave (IRE), 13-2 Kapitaliste (FR), 10-1 Classic Concorde (IRE), 11-1 Angels Landing (IRE), 14-1 St Patricks Bridge (IRE), 20-1 D’Jango (FR), 25-1 Maroochi (GB), 40-1 Sammylou (IRE), 80-1 Prussia With Love (GB)

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 5.30 - THE RICHARD NEWLAND RACING 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 0-100. Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Richard Newland 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. 26 entries at £32. - Closed August 16th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2605; Second £1302; Third £651; Fourth £326; Fifth £163. (Penalty Value £3406.24) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.00 - THE PETER DAWSON FORGET-ME-NOT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. for four yrs old and upwards. £125 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Peter Dawson 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 17 entries, 4 at £25 and 13 at £125. - Closed August 16th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263; Fifth £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.30 - THE eventmasters.co.uk 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, August 16th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th.

Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 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. 16 entries at £24. - Closed August 16th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.00 - THE RADIO WYVERN, WHERE WORCESTER COMES FIRST HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110. £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 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. 22 entries at £40. - Closed August 16th, 2023. Owners Prize Money.Winner £3231; Second £1615;Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 7.30 - THE PHIL & JANET ROBINSON 41ST WEDDING-ANNIVERSARY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Phil & Janet Robinson 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. 18 entries at £40. - Closed August 16th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670;Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 8.00 - THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110. £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. FBC Manby Bowdler will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 28 entries at £40. - Closed August 16th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURE LIST 2023

MAY

Monday 8 Season Opener (Bank Holiday)

Wednesday 17 Spring Racing

Friday 26 (E) Rum & Reggae Night

JUNE

Saturday 3 Ladies Day

Thursday 15 (E) Irish Night

Wednesday 21 Summer Racing

Wednesday 28 Summer Racing

JULY

Wednesday 5 Summer Racing

Monday 10 Summer Racing

Thursday 20 (E) Gentleman’s Evening

Thursday 27 Summer Racing

AUGUST

Tuesday 1 (E) Pershore Plum Festival

Tuesday 22 (E) Summer Racing

Tuesday 29 (E) Summer Racing

SEPTEMBER

Sunday 3 Family Fun Day

Tuesday 12 Autumn Racing

Monday 18 Autumn Racing

Friday 29 Autumn Racing

OCTOBER

Thursday 12 Autumn Racing

Wednesday 25 Autumn Racing

NOVEMBER

Wednesday 1 Season Finale