FIRST RACE 2.23
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 110YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
PJ NICHOLLS
KGM KOREA GENUINELY MADE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): Mr J Snowden (11 wins from 63 runners, 17%) runs DONNIE AZOFF TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs IN THIS WORLD
WEIGHTWATCHER: BLUEBERRY WINE won off a handicap mark of 112, his rating is now down 6lb to 106. LONGEST TRAVELLER: MICK MAESTRO trained by N Kent, Brigg, 156 miles.
A literal reading of MIX OF CLOVER’s third-placed finish in a hunter at the beginning of the month suggests he’s on a good mark back in a regulation handicap having rejoined his former yard. He’s therefore marginally preferred in favour of In This World and Donnie Azoff.
1 IN THIS WORLD (FR) (18) 540-222 D BF 6 12-0
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Maia Royale (FR) Harry Skelton In This World Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/hurdles winner in 2021 and immediately improved for the switch to fences in recent weeks, runner-up on all 3 starts Very likely to be on the premises again TFRHHHHI BHA120
2 MICK MAESTRO (FR) (29) 3//0F0-36 D
11 11-6
B or Br g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Mick Maya (FR) Charlie Hammond
Crossed Fingers Partnership Nick Kent, Brigg
Br Mme Gaelle Albert Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner over hurdles in 2022 who fared better than of late when third of 9 in handicap at Southwell last month. Followed that with a lesser effort at Bangor and fell early previous chase start. TFRHHHII BHA112
3 SHOWBUSINESS (FR) (27) 31/520-0 D
B g Camelot - Indigo (FR)
7 11-6
Alan Johns
Mr Gethyn Mills Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Br S.C.P Ecurie Du Sud Dragonbet
TIMEFORM VIEWBelatedly off the mark over hurdles at Punchestown 2 years ago for Gordon Elliott. Well held at Ffos Las 12 months later on yard debut but encouraging chase debut back from another lay-off when runner-up at Chepstow in November Ran no sort of race both starts since, though TFRHHIII BHA112
4 DONNIE AZOFF (IRE) (8) 32143-1 D
8 11-0
Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Bonny River (IRE) Gavin Sheehan Blazing Blues and Twos Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br P. J. Reynolds Betvictor
TIMEFORM VIEWWell prepared following 8 months off to land 9-runner handicap hurdle at Stratford last week, staying on well That was a career-best effort so clearly very dangerous from 3lb lower if he can translate that back to fences (hasn’t really convinced so far) TFRHHHHH BHA106 (+7)
5 BLUEBERRY WINE (IRE) (31) 44532-3 D
8 11-0
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Buttonhole Rose (IRE) Brian Hughes Red Rum Racing 2 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Joseph Neville
TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time winner over fences, landing handicaps at Huntingdon/Aintree early last summer Lost his way a little after next start but should be fit from a couple of spins over novice hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA106
6 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (26) UUr5-33 CD 10 10-13
B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Allforclover (IRE)
David Bass
Miss S. Troughton Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Miss S. Troughton Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWModest form for Alastair Ralph in 2023 but fit from pointing and right back on track returned to 2m when third of 10 in a hunter at Stratford last month Back with former yard and major claims on that run. TFRHHHHH BHA105
7 STUMPS OR SLIPS (IRE) (48) 1/1PU4-2 C D 7 10-12
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Queeny’s Princess (IRE)
Mr William Woodhouse
Br Fergus O’Neill
Sean Bowen
Tom Weston, Hindlip
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of first 2 completed starts in this sphere (both here) and right back to form when second at Huntingdon last month, avoiding usual mistakes. Payer on that effort TFRHHHII BHA104
1-2-3: 1.MIX OF CLOVER 2.IN THIS WORLD (FR) 3.DONNIE AZOFF (IRE)
8 CALGARY TIGER (GB) (76) 113/P00- D 9 10-12
B g Tiger Groom - Sachiko James Best
Mr W. de Best-Turner
Br W. de Best-Turner
William de Best-Turner, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Left hurdles form well behind when winning first 2 starts over fences early last year Pulled up in a strong Newbury Class 2 handicap on return and failed to see his race out either outing since TFRHHIII BHA104
2023: STEPNEY CAUSEWAY 6 11 4 Harry Reed 10-3 (Milton Harris) 4 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 In This World (FR), 4-1 Donnie Azoff (IRE), 9-2 Mix of Clover (GB), 11-2 Stumps Or Slips (IRE), 11-1 Blueberry Wine (IRE), 18-1 Mick Maestro (FR), 25-1 Showbusiness (FR), 28-1 Calgary Tiger (GB)
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SECOND RACE 2.53
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SUMMER ANTHEMS PITCHCROFT FAMILY EVENT 13-JULY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 10 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Mulholland (28 wins from 185 runners, 15%) runs MALINAS ISLAND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs MALINAS ISLAND
WEIGHTWATCHER: PAWPAW won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 12lb to 88.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: GOUAZEC trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
GETTHEPOT is capable of winning from this sort of mark and he was probably just blowing off the cobwebs over C&D last time, so he’s fancied to get back to form and land this weak affair. Bells of Stamford is an obvious threat if the cheekpieces continue to have a positive effect and Head On isn’t completely ruled out
1 EASKEY LAD (IRE) (25)
043P-0P 9 12-0
B g Most Improved (IRE) - Lilakiya (IRE) Ben Jones
Miss Sarah Carter Rebecca Curtis, Newport
Br L. Montgomery William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved to win a pair of 3m Ffos Las handicaps last summer Mixed record thereafter and has something to prove having been pulled up over C&D last time TFRHHIII BHA95
2 GOUAZEC (FR) (15) 11/56-56
8 11-13
B g Masterstroke (USA) - Tersina (FR) Jay Tidball (5)
Mr C. Griffiths David Rees, Haverfordwest
Br Mr Olivier Quiniou
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times from 16 starts between the flags but only modest so far over hurdles and mark demands more. TFRHHIII BHA94
3 METHODTOTHEMAGIC (IRE) (39) 3/4130-0 9 11-11
B m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Cindy’s Fancy (IRE) Finn Lambert (3)
Dalziel Family, T White, J Inverdale Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
Br Mr M. Campbell Tori Global
TIMEFORM VIEWHad her resurgence halted when a broken blood vessel led to finishing tenth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (20f, good to soft) in September Bled again on first run since (off 8 months) when well held over hurdles at Uttoxeter 5 weeks ago so hard to recommend. TFRHHIII BHA92
4 HEAD ON (IRE) (27) 2P65P-5 CD 8 11-9
Br g Robin des Champs (FR) - Miss Baloo (IRE)
Charlie Todd
Mr S. J. Cox Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Mr K. D. Cotter Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times in early stages of the 2021-22 campaign and was runner-up on second start following a lengthy absence at Doncaster in November Back on track when fifth at Warwick last time and can’t be ruled out TFRHHHII BHA90
5 GETTHEPOT (IRE) (25) 6P206-0
9 11-9
B g Getaway (GER) - Raheen Lady (IRE) Kielan Woods
Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson
Br Noel Fenton
David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
The Good Racing Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice in handicap chases at Huntingdon in 2022 and best effort since when runner-up at Exeter (19.2f) in October. Not at best since but probably rusty on return over C&D and he’s well treated now TFRHHHHH BHA90
6 GALLOW
FORD (IRE)
(193) 1/4/4/406-
B g Westerner - Magical Theatre (IRE)
9 11-9
Gavin Sheehan
Mr Nick Elliott Katy Price, Llanigon
Br Mrs Marie Wafer
Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWSeen only sparingly since winning over hurdles at Exeter in April 2021 but again shaped as if retaining some ability when sixth at Hereford 6 months ago. Worth a market check on first run since TFRHHHII BHA90
7 PAWPAW (GB) (21) 44PPP-0 7 11-7
B g Showcasing - Papaya (IRE)
Richie McLernon
Mr Thomas Gaden D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Biddestone Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice for David Bridgwater last spring but has completely lost form since joining this yard TFRHHIII BHA88
8
MALINAS ISLAND
(GB) (76) 2124//4P- D 9 11-7
Ch g Malinas (GER) - Island of Memories (IRE)
James Bowen
Chris Tory Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Stour Valley Thoroughbreds
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner of staying handicaps over hurdles during 2021/22. Hasn’t fired yet this term but there were signs that he retains ability and he’s on a fair mark now Returns from a short break TFRHHHII BHA88
9 SINISTER MINISTER
(GB) (39) 23216-F 9 11-6
Gr g Malinas (GER) - Champagne Lil
Sean Houlihan
Foxhunters In Mind Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Br Mr A. M. Armitage
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got the job done when accounting for 5 rivals in a conditional jockeys’ handicap at Bangor (20.3f, soft) in October. However, he proved a major let-down the following month and fell at Uttoxeter on return last month Has a bit to prove TFRHHIII BHA87
10
DIRK GENTLY
(IRE) (20) 332P-04 7 11-1
Ch g Mahler - Jumpingjude (IRE)
Mr Graeme P. McPherson
Br John Connolly
Nick Slatter (5)
David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
The Good Racing Company Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in 3 handicaps last summer Temperament has long been under suspicion, though, and typically looked hard work when fourth at Uttoxeter last time Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA82
11 BELLS OF STAMFORD
B g Presenting - Passlands (IRE)
Mr S. Grys & Mr M. O’Boyle
Br Andrew Mahon
(IRE) (27) F/0PP-02
7 10-13
Alan Johns
Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Dragonbet, Hercules Direct Marketing Ltd, Designation Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHas slipped to an appealing mark and went with a lot more zest with cheekpieces on for the first time when second at Warwick last time Obvious claims if he’s in the same form TFRHHHHI BHA80
12 PATTERN CUTTER (GB) (27) 3/U30-00
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Willowpattern
Nigel Kelly and These Girls Can
7 10-13
James Davies
Jo Davis, East Garston
Br H.R.H. The Princess Royal Equissistant Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Little to shout about so far under Rules. Set for another struggle for all that he’s up in trip for this handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA80
13
EIGHTYTWO TEAM (IRE) (15) 3135-33
B m Mahler - Lady Hillingdon
8 10-11
Brendan Powell
Mr Robert Clarke and Clare Ellam Clare Ellam, Market Drayton
Br T. & H. Kilkenny Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW One win from 29 NH runs. 7/1, good third of 9 in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, good) 15 days ago. Hard to know if she’ll be in the same form TFRHHHII BHA78
14 KOOKY (FR) (25) 400PP-6
B g Kamsin (GER) - Kotkicha (FR)
Culverhill Racing Club III
5 10-8
David Noonan
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Br S.C.P Haras Des Coudraies Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Reached the frame in first 2 hurdles but has failed to kick on since sent into handicaps, including over fences TFRHHIII BHA75
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 7, 8, 11, 13, 14. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 11, 13, 14. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 8. Stewards Note:
METHODTOTHEMAGIC: Following its run on 18/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. DIRK GENTLY: Following its run on 6/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. BELLS OF STAMFORD: Following its run on 30/5/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Bells of Stamford (IRE), 13-2 Eightytwo Team (IRE), 7-1 Head On (IRE), 8-1 Getthepot (IRE), 10-1 Gallow Ford (IRE), 12-1 Malinas Island (GB), Dirk Gently (IRE), 14-1 Sinister Minister (GB), 25-1 Kooky (FR), 28-1 Easkey Lad (IRE), 33-1 Methodtothemagic (IRE), Pawpaw (GB), 40-1 Gouazec (FR), 50-1 Pattern Cutter (GB) RACE RESULT: TIME
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THIRD RACE 3.23
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED @planetsportbet NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £11700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4726, 2nd £2362, 3rd £1182, 4th £591, 5th £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Mulholland (28 wins from 185 runners, 15%) runs WATERGRANGE JACK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S England (4 wins from 19 runners, 21%) runs KILTA LONGEST TRAVELLER: KILTA trained by S England, Guiseley, 163 miles.
WAY OUT has 2 non-completions to leave behind but should have a race like this in him and gets the vote Captain Morgs drops in class after his Aintree victory and can go well again if in the same mood.
1 CAPTAIN MORGS (IRE) (40) P/42PP-1
8 11-10
B g Milan - Gold Donn (IRE) James Bowen
The Albatross Club Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEWReturned to form from out of the blue reverted to fences after 3 months off when scoring at Aintree (25f) 6 weeks ago, though typically didn’t look straightforward Far from sure to run so well here although is dropping in class back against novices. TFRHHHII BHA141
2 HOMETOWN BOY (IRE)
(29) /11///3F-3
Ch g Curtain Time (IRE) - Mercy Mission
9 11-2
Charlie Hammond
The Garratt Family Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard Br Liam Norris Science Supplements
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdles form during 2020/21 campaign, the highlight of which was a Grade 3 handicap success at Aintree. Showed something closer to that form after another 3 1/2 months off over fences at Bangor 4 weeks ago but must build on that TFRHHHII BHA133
3 WAY OUT
(IRE) (15) 306-2UU
B g Getaway (GER) - Send To War
Acorn Builders Dorset Ltd
7 10-10
Harry Cobden
Syd Hosie, Sherborne
Br Eamonn Bracken Sherborne Utilities Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time winner over hurdles who initially upped his game switched to fences, second in beginners’ event at Warwick last month. Hasn’t completed twice since but this sort of test should be ideal and he might be worth another chance TFRHHHHH BHA127
4 WATERGRANGE JACK (IRE) (29) 116P-24 C
B g Sintarajan (IRE) - Prestissimo
Jane Nuala Cartwright
8 10-8
Sam Twiston-Davies
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Peter S. McLoughlin Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved form over hurdles last year, successful here before going on to score twice at Fontwell. Big reappearance on second run over fences at Stratford but poor at Bangor next time TFRHHHII BHA125
5 KILTA (IRE) (20) 6120-15
B g Curtain Time (IRE) - Coco Be Cool (IRE)
Mr R. J. Hewitt
7 10-5
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Mrs Bernie Hennessy Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd, Golden Sunset Holidays
TIMEFORMVIEWBelied his position 12lb out of the weights as he justified support to make a successful debut over fences at Cartmel (21.2f, soft) last month, leading late Next run at Uttoxeter probably came too soon and he retains potential in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA121
6 GLYNN (IRE) (28) 5/30/3U-3
B g Winged Love (IRE) - Barnish River (IRE)
Owners Group 039
Br Mrs Linda Gault
10 10-5
Rex Dingle
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Owners Group
TIMEFORMVIEWEvidently not easy to train but he was a fairly useful hurdler for Nicky Henderson Showed more aptitude for chasing behind Kilta at Cartmel 4 weeks ago but ended up last when first had looked more likely for most of the way. Up in trip TFRHHHII BHA121
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note: KILTA: Following its run on 6/6/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Captain Morgs (IRE), 11-4 Way Out (IRE), 4-1 Hometown Boy (IRE), 9-1 Watergrange Jack (IRE), 11-1 Kilta (IRE), 14-1 Glynn (IRE)
1-2-3: 1.WAY OUT (IRE) 2.CAPTAIN MORGS (IRE) 3.KILTA (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 3.53
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE POLLYS 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (40 wins from 191 runners, 21%) runs AHANAGLOGH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (4 wins from 50 runners, 8%) runs DESERT GUEST LONGEST TRAVELLER: GETAWAY VIC trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
Only a handful of these have been seen under Rules and it’s BORN IN THE WEST who is fancied to go a place better than when finishing runner-up at Newton Abbot 12 days ago Ahanaglogh, Getaway Vic and Loki’s Mischief look the main dangers before the benefit of market clues.
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1 AHANAGLOGH (IRE) (73) 23- 5 11-2
B g Watar (IRE) - Wizzy (IRE)
Mr Tom Broughton (5)
Mrs L. Osborne Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br David Patrick Connors
TIMEFORM VIEW Watar gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Mr Mafia Dam unraced. Placed both starts in points, third last time (Apr 14). Not one to rule out if the market speaks in his favour TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 BALLYTECHNO (IRE) (427) 30/-
B g Milan - Princesse Leia (FR)
Mr J. Reddington
5 11-2
Mr John Reddington (7)
Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood
Br Noel Doyle J R L Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Milan gelding who was third sole start in Irish points but offered little when eighth of 11 in bumper at Ludlow (15.8f, good to soft) on Rules debut 14 months ago. Best watched. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 BORN IN THE WEST (IRE) (12) P2P-12
B g Westerner - Lucinda Grey (IRE)
5 11-2
Gearoid Harney (7)
Miss J. Hosgood David Pipe, Wellington
Br Liam Walsh W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a solid Rules debut when runner-up at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good) 12 days ago, looking in control briefly final 1f before collared close home Should do better and he’s likely to feature TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 GETAWAY VIC (IRE) (46) P5-1
B g Getaway (GER) - Our Victoria (IRE)
5 11-2
Dylan Johnston (5)
Mrs G. Davies Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Mr & Mrs R. & N. Furlong
TIMEFORMVIEW£20,000 5-y-o, Getaway gelding Dam (c133/h120), 17f-2 1/2m hurdle/chase winner (stayed 4m), closely related to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Victoria Bay. Off mark in Irish points at third attempt (May 11). TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 PIKE ROAD (GB) (143) 2-
B g Yeats (IRE) - Ile de See (FR)
5 11-2
Mr Freddie Keighley (7)
Mr Roger Harrison Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Greenlands Farm Stud FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW 6,500 gns 3-y-o, Yeats gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdle winner The Flying Spur and fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser in France Al Clay. Runner-up only start in Irish points (Feb 4) TFRHHHII BHA-
6 AS GOOD AS CAN BE (IRE) (59) FP-0
B g Milan - Miss Bobs Worth (IRE)
4 10-11
Toby Wynne (3)
Mr Guy Sainsbury Claire Dyson, Bromsgrove
Br William J. Noonan Equine Water Treadmll
TIMEFORM VIEW €40,000 3-y-o, £5,000 4-y-o, Milan gelding Dam unraced sister to Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Bobs Worth and fairly useful 2m hurdler winner Chesterfieldavenue. Unplaced completed start in Irish points (Apr 28). Likely best watched on Rules debut TFRHHIII BHA-
7 BLUE RAZZ (GB) (-) 4 10-11
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Apache Glory (USA)
Mr Adam O’Shea (7)
Mr J. T. Stimpson John Stimpson, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Br Mr J. Stimpson
TIMEFORM VIEW Fountain of Youth gelding. Dam 1m-1 1/2m winner Likely outsider on debut TFRHHIII BHA-
1-2-3:
8
BLUE TORNADO (IRE) (39) UF-F
B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Revelling (IRE)
4 10-11
Mr Huw Edwards (7)
Mr Simon Edwards Simon Edwards, Shrewsbury
Br J. F. Mernagh
TIMEFORM VIEW €20,000 3-y-o, Policy Maker gelding. Dam (h106), bumper/2 1/2m hurdle winner, sister to ungenuine hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 3 1/2m) Zacharova. Failed to complete all 3 starts in points, fell latest (May 18). Wears tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 DESERT GUEST (IRE) (-)
B g Teofilo (IRE) - Special Guest
Saain
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
4 10-11
Miss Brodie Hampson (3)
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW 16,000 gns 3-y-o, Teofilo gelding. Half-brother to 1m winner Noble Patron Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stays 2 3/4m) Halifax Worth keeping an eye on TFRHHHII BHA-
10 FULLY GADEN (GB)
(67) 0-
B c Jack Hobbs - Pleasant Piper (IRE)
4 10-11
Cian Chester (10)
Mr Thomas Gaden D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Mr T. Gaden
TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs colt. Dam unraced half-sister to fair 2 1/2m hurdle winner Old Town Garde. Last in point bumper (Apr 20). TFRHHIII BHA-
11 LOKI’S MISCHIEF (FR) (-)
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Goddess Freja (FR)
Mr Ron Watts
Br Ulf Sjoberg Vasby Distribution AB
4 10-11
Mr Callum Pritchard (7)
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWNo Risk At All gelding Dam, 17f-2 1/4m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/high-class chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Ajas (by No Risk At All) Ticks plenty of boxes. TFRHHHII BHA-
12 REMEMBER MOI (IRE) (22) 0
Gr f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Kalygarde (FR)
4 10-4
Miss Olive Nicholls (7)
Mr H Maye Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
Br Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1 and hooded, made no impression when eighth of 11 in bumper at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft) on debut just over 3 weeks ago. Hood left off and she looks one for later on TFRHHIII BHA-
2023: CHEF D’ETAT (IRE) 4 10 9 Mr Paddy Hanlon 4-6 (John Joseph Hanlon) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Born In The West (IRE), 11-2 Ahanaglogh (IRE), Loki’s Mischief (FR), 6-1 Getaway Vic (IRE), Desert Guest (IRE), 20-1 Pike Road (GB), 33-1 Remember Moi (IRE), 50-1 Ballytechno (IRE), Fully Gaden (GB), 66-1 Blue Razz (GB), Blue Tornado (IRE), 100-1 As Good As Can Be (IRE)
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ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE STEPWAY CHARITY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) 5 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (40 wins from 191 runners, 21%) runs MINELLA MIRACLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs QUEENS VENTURE & TRUDIE GLEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: RED HUGH trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 241 miles.
Preference is for THINK FIRST, who showed plenty of aptitude for hurdling when finishing runner-up at Doncaster in November and Neil Mulholland’s charge can go one better arriving fit from the Flat.Trudie Glen has shown promise in a couple of maiden hurdles this spring and she should have more to offer for her top yard, with Authoceltic and Guard Duty another couple worth considering, also
colours no horse age st lb
1 GUARD DUTY (GB) (27) 13/-4 D BF
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Ile de See (FR)
7 11-4
Tom Bellamy Owners Group 074 Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Greenlands Farm Stud Owners Group
TIMEFORMVIEWTalentedenoughtomakeawinningbumperdebutatSouthwellinNovember GoodthirdatWarwick3monthslater,butdidquiteabitwrongafter a long absence when fourth on recent hurdling debut (pulled hard and jumped sketchily) at Ffos Las (15.8f, good) last month. Hood applied. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
MINELLA MIRACLE
(IRE) (25) 3050-34
Br g Getaway (GER) - Firth of Five (IRE)
6 11-4
Jonathan Burke
The Ravenswell Ladies Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Trish Markey & Frances Hatton Bresbet
TIMEFORMVIEWModest in bumpers for Thomas Gallagher and ran to a similar level sent hurdling for new yard when third of 11 in a maiden at Stratford (16.3f, good) last month Disappointed with his finishing effort up in trip there next time so no surprise to see him back at 2m TFRHHHII BHA97
3 RED HUGH (IRE) (42) 4P31/4-3
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Sophie’s World (IRE)
6 11-4
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Mr Nick Carter Jake Coulson, Heaton
Br Kevin F. O’Donnell Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who underperformed when sent off 11/10 for his Rules debut at Thurles in March. Much more like it 10 weeks on when third at Tipperary last month and now makes hurdles bow having switched yards. Check betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 SELECTIVELISTENING (IRE) (13) 5P-0P0
B g Westerner - Selective Hearing (IRE)
5 11-4
Fergus Gillard
Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br J. F. Mernagh Fresh Air
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on his completed starts in points and fared no better on his debut under Rules in maiden hurdle at this C&D (good to soft) just under 2 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 ZAIN FARHH (GB) (278)
Ch g Farhh - Local Spirit (USA)
5 11-4
Jonathan England
Mrs Samantha England Sam England, Guiseley
Br Elusive Bloodstock Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Rather lost his way on the Flat for Paul Webber last year and sold for just £3,500 last month. Watching brief advised on hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 AUTHOCELTIC (FR) (21) 33-P6
B c Authorized (IRE) - Bal Celtique (FR)
4 10-13
David Noonan
Mrs Jane Williams Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Br E.A.R.L Haras du Mondant et al Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWAuthorized colt who made a promising start to his career when 9 lengths third of 10 to Salver in Exeter juvenile hurdle Failed to back that up in France since and didn’t make much of an impact on his recent handicap debut More expected back in this company. TFRHHHII BHA110
7 JUMEIRAH KING (GB) (33) P4-4
4 10-13
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Tickle Me Blue (GER) Sam Twiston-Davies
The King’s Eight Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br Gestut Gorlsdorf Geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat for Kevin Ryan but fitted with a tongue tie, failed badly to meet expectations on hurdles debut in January. Showed a bit more at Wincanton 3 months later but failed to improve much more when fourth at Hereford (16.2f, good to soft) last month. TFRHHHII BHA99
8
LION WAIT (GB) (258)
B g Roaring Lion (USA) - When In Doubt
4 10-13
Gavin Sheehan
Mr Tom Malone Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br The When In Doubt Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in 2 maidens on Flat for Andrew Oliver then sold for 72,000 gns last October. Worth a second look on hurdles bow/return TFRHHHII BHA-
9
THINK FIRST (IRE) (25) 2-
B g Kessaar (IRE) - Willow Beck
4 10-13
Richie McLernon
Mr R Flower Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Lynn Lodge Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful Flat performer (stays 14.5f) for James Tate Went close on hurdling debut at Doncaster back in November and returns to this sphere after a few Flat outings this spring Serious claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-
10 EITHER WAY (IRE) (22) 2-
05
Br m Diamond Boy (FR) - Madame Grove (IRE)
Canter Banter Racing 2
5 10-11
James Bowen
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Kk Agri Ltd Unibet
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up sole start in Irish points and joined a top yard but proved too free when failing to meet market expectations in a Southwell bumper last month. Again failed to last out back there just over 3 weeks ago but it’s too soon to be writing her off now hurdling TFRHHHII BHA-
11
TRUDIE GLEN (FR) (19) 34-26
6 10-11
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Only For Love Harry Skelton
Mr Nick Skelton
Br Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed plenty to work on when third in a Ludlow bumper last May. Not in the same form at Catterick 6 months later but pleasing start to hurdles career when runner-up at Southwell last month Failed to build on that at Market Rasen just under 3 weeks ago however, but it remains early days. TFRHHHHI BHA-
12 QUEENS VENTURE (IRE) (22) 34-0
B f Westerner - Bobbi’s Venture (IRE)
Mr Dan Skelton
Br Pat Moore
4 10-6
Miss Heidi Palin (7)
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame on the second of 2 starts in points but was readily outpointed once the pace lifted when seventh of 9 in bumper (11/4) at Southwell (15.8f, soft) on Rules debut just over 3 weeks ago Makes the quick switch to hurdles and shouldn’t be underestimated for her top yard. TFRHHHII BHA-
2023: GAIUS 4 10 13 Sean Bowen 5-6 (Olly Murphy) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Stewards Note:
GUARD DUTY: Following its run on 30/5/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free in the early stages. SELECTIVELISTENING: Following its run on 13/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. ZAIN FARHH: Following its run on 22/9/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely early-on.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Think First (IRE), 13-2 Guard Duty (GB), 7-1 Jumeirah King (GB), 15-2 Red Hugh (IRE), 8-1 Trudie Glen (FR), 9-1 Authoceltic (FR), 10-1 Lion Wait (GB), 14-1 Minella Miracle (IRE), 20-1 Either Way (IRE), Queens Venture (IRE), 66-1 Zain Farhh (GB), 100-1 Selectivelistening (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 5.05
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE STEPWAY CHARITY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): Dr R Newland & J Insole (20 wins from 130 runners, 15%) runs NOWMELAD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs MOKORO LONGEST TRAVELLER: GO JOHNNY GO trained by K Woollacott, Crewkerne, 124 miles.
BRAVE KNIGHT developed into a fairly useful handicapper on the Flat last year for Sir Mark Prescott, winning atWindsor and Chester, so he looks to be an interesting recruit to hurdling for his leading yard. He is taken to get the better of Nowmelad, who shaped encouragingly on his hurdles bow. 1-2-3:
1.BRAVE KNIGHT
1
(IRE) 3.OLIVIA KATE
BUTCHER (IRE) (63) 000-
6 11-4
B g Mahler - Reillys Daughter Jay Tidball (5)
Mr Douglas Bradbury Dave Roberts, Kenley
Br Thistletown Stud Mill Farm Holiday Park
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field on first 2 starts in bumpers but under less testing conditions he showed his first form when seventh of 16 at Ludlow (15.8f, good) in April. Task is now to build on his latest effort as he goes hurdling TFRHHIII BHA-
2 MOKORO (IRE) (11) 0-04
5 11-4
B g Ocovango - Minstrel Sally (IRE) Harry Skelton
Mr Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Ita Sheridan & Frank O’Meara
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORMVIEWIn top hands but well held in a bumper and both starts over hurdles so far, faring little better after a wind op when a remote fourth in novice at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Improvement required. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 NOWMELAD (IRE) (27) rF/154-2
B g Mahler - Mighty Oake (IRE)
Mr Peter Green
5 11-4
Lee Edwards
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Declan Daly Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who ran to a modest level both starts in bumpers, but made an encouraging start in this sphere when runner-up in a Ffos Las maiden (15.8f, good) last month. Can make another bold bid with his hurdling debut effort behind him. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 BARLEYTHORPE (GB) (48) 0-6
Ch g Mukhadram - Beyeh (IRE)
4 10-13
Charlie Hammond
Mr Terry Pryke Michael Appleby, Oakham
Br Pryke Bloodstock Tote
TIMEFORM VIEWIn need of the experience but hinted at ability in a bumper at Market Rasen on debut, before making little impression when sixth of 9 at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to firm) in May. Makes hurdling bow on first start since leaving Pam Sly TFRHHIII BHA-
5 BRAVE KNIGHT (GB) (264)
4 10-13
B g Sir Percy - Belladonna Harry Cobden
Owners Group 128 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham Owners Group
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful on Flat (stays 2m) for Sir Mark Prescott, winning 2 handicaps last year and running well when third at Ascot on final outing in October. Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (winner around 2m) Captain Brown, so he’s one to note on hurdles debut. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 GO JOHNNY GO (IRE) (21) 15-3P D
4 10-13
Ch g Hillstar - Annie Good News Ben Godfrey
Mrs Kayley Woollacott Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
Br Jamie Flynn The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in point bumpers though looked a hard ride switched to Rules at Exeter in April. Finished third in a point subsequently, but offered little on his hurdling/stable debut when pulled up in novice at Newton Abbot (21.6f) 3 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 KATSTAR (GB) (27) 6 4 10-13
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Katawi Sean Houlihan Mr T. Lewis Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Br Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden on the Flat at up to 10f. Switched to hurdling on his first start since leaving Harry Eustace, made little impression when sixth of 13 in maiden at Ffos Las (15.8f, good) last month. Much more needed. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 KINTARO (GB) (7) 032
B g Iffraaj - Soryah (IRE)
David Pipe Racing Club
4 10-13
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mrs James Wigan W & S Recycling
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEWMaiden on the Flat who showed a bit sent hurdling at Hereford in May. Has built on that effort in novices on his last 2 starts, albeit no match for the winner when second at this C&D (good) a week ago. Shortlisted with cheekpieces on for first time in this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA96
9 MISS KASSIOPI (GB)
May. Shortlisted on sphere. TFR
(165) 00-
5 10-11
B m Recharge (IRE) - Centplicity Gavin Sheehan
Fawley House Stud Danni O’Neill, North Fawley
Br Fawley House Stud Fawley House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Very green when down the field in a Warwick bumper on debut, before weakening quickly when last of 9 at the same course (2m, soft) in January. Looks to be up against it as she goes hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-
10 OLIVIA KATE (GB)
(25) 00-03
5 10-11
Gr m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Another Kate (IRE) Stan Sheppard
Mr David M. Richards Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br D. M. Richards
TIMEFORMVIEWWell held in bumpers and fared little better sent hurdling on her return. However, she showed much more than previously when third in novice at this C&D (good to soft) 25 days ago, so she’s one to consider with tongue strap added. TFRHHHII BHA-
11 BE MY DESIGN (IRE) (39) F
4 10-6
Ch f Mahler - Definite Design (IRE) Adam Wedge
Mr C. R. P. Williams
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Michael and Fiona O’Connor NAF
TIMEFORM VIEWMahler filly. Half-sister to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Knowwhentoholdem. Was going well and looked to have every chance when fell 3 out sole start in Irish points in May. One of the more interesting hurdling newcomers in the line-up. TFRHHHII BHA-
12 LADY WORMSLEY (IRE) (231)
4 10-6
Ch f Twilight Son - Dutch Princess Miss Olive Nicholls (7)
The Posh Pundit Racing Club Limited Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
Br Mrs S. M Roy
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form when winning 2 handicaps on the Flat in 2023 (both at 1m) and wasn’t disgraced when sixth of 13 at Kempton when last seen in November Has left James Fanshawe ahead of her hurdles debut TFRHHIII BHA2023:(See Div 1)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
BILLY BUTCHER: Following its run on 24/4/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Brave Knight (GB), 2-1 Nowmelad (IRE), 12-1 Olivia Kate (GB), 16-1 Mokoro (IRE), 22-1 Be My Design (IRE), 28-1 Barleythorpe (GB), 33-1 Go Johnny Go (IRE), 40-1 Lady Wormsley (IRE), 66-1 Billy Butcher (IRE), Katstar (GB), 100-1 Miss Kassiopi (GB)
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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 £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (40 wins from 191 runners, 21%) runs ZUCAYAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs SHUIL CEOIL LONGEST TRAVELLER: BEAT THE HEAT trained by J Boyle, Epsom, 122 miles.
The most appealing of these is lightly-raced 4-y-o GLIMPSE OF GLORY, who promised to be well-served by this step up in trip Bread And Butter is lurking on a dangerous mark and he is feared most ahead of Faded Fantasy and recent Fontwell winner Beat The Heat.
1-2-3: 1.GLIMPSE OF GLORY 2.BREAD AND BUTTER (IRE) 3.FADED FANTASY (IRE)
1 BEAT THE HEAT (GB) (14) 11/3P-01 7 12-0
B g Hot Streak (IRE) - Touriga
Sean Houlihan
Inside Track Racing Club Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Wood Hall Stud Jim Boyle Racing TIMEFORMVIEWBagged 3 handicap hurdles at Fontwell in 2022 and returned to form when hitting the target back there in a first-time visor (retained) a fortnight ago. 5lb rise fair enough and he’s one for the shortlist. TFRHHHII BHA105
2 BREAD AND BUTTER (IRE) (36) 00503-4 D BF 9 11-13
Br g Westerner - Wells Diamond (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Mr Bill Hawkins Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Longrove Stud Motaclan
TIMEFORMVIEWHasfallenappreciablyintheweightsandbetterthanforawhilerefittedwithatonguestrapafter4monthsoffwhenthirdof9atTaunton(19f,good) in April. Failed to back that up under an inexperienced rider next time but could have a big part to play under stronger handling here TFRHHHHI BHA104
3 SHUIL CEOIL (IRE) (42) 124P2-4 6 11-12
Ch g Mount Nelson - Shuil Bob (IRE)
Sam Twiston-Davies
Mr R Flower Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Paddy Kennedy
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed earlier promise when winning 15-runner handicap at Exeter (21f, heavy) in December Runner-up twice since and latest fourth of 15 at Ffos Las was another good effort, so there is certainly cause for optimism. TFRHHHII BHA103
4 PRESENT FAIR (IRE) (67) 5146P0- 7 11-11
B g Presenting - Premier Victory (IRE) Abbie McCain (5) Birkdale Bloodstock Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Fergal Loman & Joseph Duncan
TIMEFORMVIEWBrushedoffadisappointingrunoverfenceswhenwinning2mhandicapbackinthissphereatUttoxeterinDecember However,hehasfailed to repeat that in 4 subsequent starts (has undergone another wind op since latest outing in April) and needs to bounce back. TFRHIIII BHA102
5 ZUCAYAN (FR) (45) 33/104-F 7 11-11
B g Lucayan (FR) - John Quatz (FR)
Nick Slatter (5)
Mr Ian Slatter Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Ecurie Biraben & Mrs Danielle Biraben
TIMEFORM VIEW Got his head in front at Ludlow last spring but he hasn’t made much of an impact in 2 completed starts since and others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA102
6 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (25) 3426-02 D 5 11-9
B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE)
Nick Scholfield
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Stonepark Farms Ltd NAF
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account in a 20.5f Southwell maiden last June and produced by far his best effort since when a strong-finishing close second over this C&D at the beginning of the month. Remains on a good mark up 6lb and he’s a live contender
7 GLIMPSE OF GLORY (GB) (22) 32-2 4 11-6
B g Passing Glance - Dauphine Ereine (FR) Kevin Brogan
Martin Broughton & Friends 1 Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Peel Bloodstock Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEWShaped with promise when placed in juvenile
8
HEDERA PARK (IRE) (7) 44314-0 CD
6 11-5
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ivy Queen (IRE) Harry Cobden
Mr Daf Jones Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
Br Grange Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame 3 times in maiden/novice hurdles before improving to make a winning handicap debut over C&D in September However, two heavy defeats have followed and she now finds herself with a bit to prove Hood refitted TFRHHIII BHA96 (-3)
9 MACTAVISH (GB) (33) 1132-24 BF 7 11-4
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - On Holiday Stan Sheppard
Mr Barry Hawkins Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br M. W. Easterby
TIMEFORMVIEWRecorded back-to-back wins at Hereford (both at 21.7f) last year and largely creditable efforts since, save for his latest display back at Hereford. Each-way chance if he puts his best foot forward. TFRHHHII BHA95
10 FLOATING ROCK (GER) (7) 0/56-P3P D 9 11-2
B g It’s Gino (GER) - Fly Osoria (GER)
Mr Michael Gates
Br Stall 5-Stars
