FIRST RACE 2.18
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
PJ
NICHOLLS KGM KOREA GENUINELY MADE 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) 15 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P & M Bowen (25 wins from 102 runners, 25%) runs A DEFINITE GETAWAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (4 wins from 38 runners, 11%) runs WALKINGONEGGSHELLS FANCY THAT: B Pauling won this race in 2021 and 2022. The stable runs COULDBEAWEAPON today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: A DEFINITE GETAWAY trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
CALVIC has thrived for the switch to Stuart Edmunds and is fancied to resume winning ways and bag a second C&D success Stringtoyourbow has slipped to a handy mark and could emerge as the main danger, although Duke of Luckley, Mix of Clover and A Definite Getaway all need factoring in too.
1-2-3: 1.CALVIC (IRE) 2.STRINGTOYOURBOW (IRE) 3.DUKE OF LUCKLEY (IRE)
1 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (7) r5-3361 C
B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Allforclover (IRE)
10 12-6 (in
James Martin (5)
Miss S. Troughton Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Miss S. Troughton Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained his first win in almost three years in 7-runner handicap chase here (16.5f, good) 7 days ago. Can go well under a 7lb penalty.
TFRHHHII BHA104 (+3)
2 DUKE OF LUCKLEY (IRE) (36) 3221-62 D 7 12-0
B g Mahler - Emily’s Princess (IRE)
Owners for Owners Duke Of Luckley
James Best
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Thomas Norris FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Prone to errors but doubled his chase tally at Southwell (20.4f) in April. Good second of 13 in handicap chase over C&D (good) 36 days ago so he needs considering TFRHHHII BHA105
3 A DEFINITE GETAWAY (IRE) (20) 22P-023 BF 6 12-0
B g Getaway (GER) - Def It Vic (IRE)
Miss Jayne Brace
Br Cathal Ennis
James Bowen
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Peter and Karen Bowen Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who arrives in decent nick, third of 10 in novice hurdle at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good) 20 days ago. Much respected on his chase debut. TFRHHHII BHA105
4 STUMPS OR SLIPS (IRE) (29) 1PU4-23 CD 7 11-13
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Queeny’s Princess (IRE) Sean Bowen
Mr William Woodhouse Tom Weston, Hindlip
Br Fergus O’Neill
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was set a lot to do when a good third of 8 in handicap chase here (16.5f, good) 29 days ago. Back up in trip and well in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA104
5 BROOK BAY (IRE) (20) 230PP-4 6 11-12
Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Orchid Bay Nick Scholfield
Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br James Robinson Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWEnded last season out of sorts over hurdles and off 4 months before coming in a well-held fourth of 6 in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (16.3f, good) on his debut over fences 20 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward. TFRHHHII BHA103
6 STRINGTOYOURBOW (IRE) (17) 0PP3-P6 7 11-12
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Mimi And Bow Jack Tudor Gillman Int Plywood St Quinton S-Daniel Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Mr & Mrs R. & N. Furlong NAF
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair winning hurdler who has shown similar form in this sphere, sixth of 13 in handicap chase over C&D (good) 17 days ago. Not ruled out off a 2lb lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA103
7 WALKINGONEGGSHELLS (IRE) (23) 04200-6 5 11-11
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Much Appreciated (IRE) Ben Poste Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br Mr James Casey Hambleton Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced hurdler who was patiently ridden on his chasing bow when sixth of 7 in handicap chase at Stratford (19.4f, good) 23 days ago. Can build on it with tongue tie added. TFRHHHII BHA102
8
CALVIC (IRE) (24) 316-214 CD
Br g Califet (FR) - Zihuatanejo Breeze (IRE)
8 11-9
Charlie Hammond
The Calvic Partnership Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Br Bill Hayes & Declan Doyle Silcock Dawson & Partners, Science Supplements
TIMEFORMVIEWIn fine form for his new yard, scoring over C&D in June and a good fourth of 13 in handicap chase here 24 days ago when undone by a couple of jumping errors. Expected to be bang there off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA100
9 COULDBEAWEAPON
(IRE) (93) 35/U36P- C 7 11-8
Ch g Mahler - Wild Fuchsia (IRE) Ben Jones
Easy Going Racing
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br David O’Sullivan Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair winner at 16f over hurdles but only modest form at best over fences, failing to fire at Lingfield and Southwell on his last 2 runs. Others appeal more TFRHHIII BHA99
10 HOLERDAY RIDGE (IRE) (30) P/0134-P
B g Mahler - Deep Lilly
9 11-5
Mr Robbie David (7)
Mrs C. Hitch Claire Hitch, Watchet
Br Ms L. Pyne
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner over hurdles and came good over fences in a 19f Ffos Las handicap in May 2023 Not in anything like the same form since, however, including when tailed off on belated return last month. TFRHHIII BHA96
11
COCONUT TWIST
(IRE) (11) 2221-16 BF
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Presenting Chaos (IRE)
6 11-4
Harry Reed
Troika Racing Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Br Kieran Lennon
TIMEFORM VIEWRunner-up all 5 starts over hurdles last season and made a winning start over fences for new yard at Newton Abbot in May. Only a fair sixth of 12 in handicap chase at Stratford (22.6f, good) 11 days ago but he’s the sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA95 (-1)
12
DOESHEFITTHEBILL (IRE) (74) 4004-6
5 11-3
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Littlegrace Lady (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Mr E. A. Brook Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Marian Slattery & John O’Connor Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Caught eye when fourth in 2m novice at Ludlow in April but he came in last of six there the following month. Goes chasing now and could still do better so no forlorn hope TFRHHHII BHA94
13 ZUCKERBERG (GER)
(45) 556/214-
B g Kamsin (GER) - Zazera (FR)
8 11-1
Gavin Sheehan
Mrs Ros Marriott Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Gestut Karlshof Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent sort who offered little after 6 months off when eleventh of 13 on Flat at Pontefract (17.1f) 45 days ago. Back chasing but others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA92
2023: JUDGE EARLE (IRE) 11 12 7 Sean Bowen 2-1 (Peter Bowen) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 10, 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 8, 9, 11, 13.
Stewards Note:
COULDBEAWEAPON: Following its run on 23/4/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.
HOLERDAY RIDGE: Following its run on 25/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. DOESHEFITTHEBILL: Following its run on 12/5/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Mix of Clover (GB), Duke of Luckley (IRE), 15-2 Coconut Twist (IRE), 8-1 Stumps Or Slips (IRE), 10-1 Calvic (IRE), 11-1 A Definite Getaway (IRE), Couldbeaweapon (IRE), 14-1 Doeshefitthebill (IRE), 18-1 Stringtoyourbow (IRE), Walkingoneggshells (IRE), 22-1 Brook Bay (IRE), 28-1 Zuckerberg (GER), 50-1 Holerday Ridge (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 2.50
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED @planetsportbet 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) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P & M Bowen (25 wins from 102 runners, 25%) runs OLIVERS TRAVELS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs MY GIFT TO YOU WEIGHTWATCHER: MUSICAL SLAVE won off a handicap mark of 132, his rating is now down 17lb to 115. LONGEST TRAVELLERS: DO NO WRONG trained by Justin Landy & UBETYA trained by J O’Keeffe - both Leyburn, 183 miles.
DO NO WRONG is thriving at present and was unlucky to bump into a rejuvenated handicap blot at Cartmel last time He remains of strong interest and gets the vote over the unexposed Getaway Glory. Olivers Travels is worth another chance to build on his promising chase debut and looks best of the others 1-2-3:
1.DO NO WRONG (IRE) 2.GETAWAY GLORY 3.OLIVERS TRAVELS (IRE)
B g Sagamix (FR) - Jolly Dancer Ben Jones
Shy John Partnership Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mr C. Horton Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser with a consistent record for this stable (excuses when last seen in March) Can go well fresh so not taken lightly TFRHHHII BHA122
2 ALMAZHAR GARDE (FR)
(24) 6222-12 D
Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Loin de Moi (FR)
9 11-11
Paul O’Brien
Arthur’s Party Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Mr Fabrice Simon Merriebelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORMVIEWFinished runner-up 3 times earlier this year and belatedly cashed in off his much-reduced mark to end lengthy losing run at Bangor (3m) Backed that up when runner-up over C&D since but doesn’t normally hold his form for long TFRHHHII BHA117
3 MORNING SPIRIT
(IRE) (18) P44-203
B g Milan - Morning Legend (IRE)
9 11-11
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Mr P. Hickey Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mr Michael Dillon Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form from out of the blue when second at Southwell (24.3f) in May. However, he failed to back that up next 2 starts and others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA117
4 MUSICAL
SLAVE
(IRE) (27) 453-554
B g Getaway (GER) - Inghwung
11 11-9
Micheal Nolan
Mr John P. McManus Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br Simon Walford
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort at his best but hasn’t made an impact since last season’s return. TFRHHIII BHA115
5 DO NO WRONG (IRE) (27) 11P-122
8 11-7
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Uncommited (IRE) Callum Bewley
Mrs Pauline Southerington Justin Landy, Leyburn
Br J. P. King & P. Turley
TIMEFORMVIEWAdded to impressive strike rate over fences in 6-runner handicap at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) last month. Ran at least as well when second at Stratford/Cartmel next 2 starts and remains of strong interest. TFRHHHHH BHA113
6 UBETYA (IRE) (40) PP04-43
B g Le Fou (IRE) - Valentina Gaye (IRE)
9 11-5
Craig Nichol
Mr Andy Peake Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Br Ms Cecily Purcell Jedd O’Keeffe Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW On the decline now and opposable back over fences. TFRHHIII BHA111
7 OLIVERS TRAVELS (IRE) (27) 126-033 CD 6 11-3
Ch g Sea Moon - Cognitive (IRE) James Bowen
K I T partnership Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Mrs Mary Roche
TIMEFORMVIEW
Successful both starts in bumpers and off the mark over hurdles at Worcester (23f) in September Plenty of encouragement when third on chasing debut at Uttoxeter but failed to build on that at Cartmel since Headgear on and worth another chance TFRHHHHI BHA109
8
CAPE VIDAL (GB) (36) 2/1P3-33 BF
B g Kayf Tara - Midnight Minx
Potwell Racing Syndicate III
7 11-3
Sam Twiston-Davies
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br Goldline Stud (Mrs J. Mann) Geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t go on as hoped in bumpers after a winning debut but made second hurdles start a winning one at Fontwell in October. Mixed record since but offered something to work on sent chasing when third here (20f) 5 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA109
9 WALKING THE WALK (IRE) (27) 3140-33 9 11-3
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Iconic Events (IRE)
Jane Graves Racing
Richard Patrick
Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Br Desmond Devereux Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWScored twice at up to 3m last summer for Gordon Elliott and shaped as if retaining all of his ability when placed both starts for new yard Headgear back on and should remain competitive TFRHHHII BHA109
10 JIGGINSTOWN KING (IRE) (43) 1P33-32 D 7 11-0
B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Miss Baden (IRE)
Barratt, Signy & Spiers
Br Mr J. McDonald
Gavin Sheehan
Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick at Stratford in October. Good placed efforts last 2 starts and respected in first-time headgear TFRHHHII BHA106
11
MY GIFT TO YOU
(IRE) (17) 21-2203 C 6 10-13
B g Kingston Hill - Ariels Serenade (IRE)
LPOG 23 NH
Sean Bowen
James Owen, Newmarket
Br Michael Moloney racehorse-ownership.com
TIMEFORM VIEWImmediate improvement upon joining James Owen, scoring for fifth time at Catterick and backing it up with solid placed efforts at Fontwell and Cartmel (21.2f). Gave himself little chance through a dreadful round of jumping at Fakenham but quickly bounced back when third over C&D 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA105
12
GETAWAY GLORY (GB) (24) 401-323 BF 5 10-10
B g Getaway (GER) - Milan Athlete (IRE)
Henry Brooke Racing To Profit Syndicate 2 & Partner Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Mr W. Kinsey Swansway
TIMEFORMVIEWWinning pointer who surpassed his hurdles form when making a winning chase debut at Huntingdon (3m) in April. Better form when placed next 3 starts, including back over hurdles here latest. Remains unexposed back over fences TFRHHHHI BHA102
13 PUDDLESINTHEPARK (IRE)
(50) 0332-26 BF 6 10-7
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Vast Consumption (IRE)
Isabel Williams (3) Opulence Thorougbreds NH & Partner Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Michael O’Neill Opulence Thoroughbreds
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdles winner and plenty of good efforts in defeat in this sphere, though found his run of good form coming to a halt at Newton Abbot last time Change of headgear TFRHHHII BHA99
14
STORM OF LIGHT (IRE)
(23) 332/4/-PP
B g Fame And Glory - Blazing Moon (IRE)
8 10-5
Philip Armson (3) Mr Alistair Price Rob Summers, Solihull
Br Mrs V. O’Leary
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles in 2021 but lightly raced since and offered little both starts for this yard over fences after a lengthy absence. TFRHIIII BHA97
2023: TIGER ORCHID (IRE) 8 11 9 Charlie Hammond 6-1 (Dr Richard Newland) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Visor worn first time by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7, 10. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 9, 12.
Stewards Note:
WICK GREEN: Following its run on 4/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
JIGGINSTOWN KING: Following its run on 12/6/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
PUDDLESINTHEPARK: Following its run on 5/6/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly and hung left. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Do No Wrong (IRE), 13-2 Getaway Glory (GB), 9-1 Jigginstown King (IRE), 10-1 My Gift To You (IRE), 11-1 Almazhar Garde (FR), Cape Vidal (GB), 12-1 Olivers Travels (IRE), Walking The Walk (IRE), 16-1 Wick Green (GB), Puddlesinthepark (IRE), 22-1 Ubetya (IRE), 25-1 Musical Slave (IRE), 33-1 Morning Spirit (IRE), 150-1 Storm of Light (IRE) RACE RESULT: TIME
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THIRD RACE 3.25
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE
RED
RIBBON OFFICIAL WEIGHING ROOM OPENING
OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (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): Fergal O’Brien (41 wins from 202 runners, 20%) runs LUCKY IN TAIPAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Fergal O’Brien (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs LUCKY IN TAIPAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: KING ROLY & GETAWAY VIC trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
GETAWAY VIC looked an uncomplicated ride when powering away to make a winning Rules debut here a month ago, and while a penalty makes life harder, he may well be up to the challenge. Loki’s Mischief was 2 3/4 lengths behind the selection that day and is entitled to finish closer this time, with Targa Blue perhaps the pick of the newcomers 1-2-3:
1.GETAWAY VIC (IRE) 2.LOKI’S MISCHIEF (FR) 3.TARGA BLUE
colours no horse age st lb
1 GETAWAY VIC (IRE) (29) P5-11 CD
B g Getaway (GER) - Our Victoria (IRE)
Mrs G. Davies
Br Mr & Mrs R. & N. Furlong
5 11-9
Dylan Johnston (5)
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 5-y-o, Getaway gelding Dam, 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 in May and followed up in nice fashion over C&D a month ago. Big player under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 KING ROLY (GB) (247) 5-
5 11-2
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Roll On Ruby (IRE) James Bowen
Mr M Munrowd
Br John Bryan
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner and showed a bit to work on when fifth at Hereford in November Not seen since and stablemate Getaway Vic looks more likely TFRHHHII BHA-
3 SLIDE RULE (GB) (72) 0
B g Champs Elysees - Fairey Delta
5 11-2
Stan Sheppard
Lady Cobham Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Lady Cobham Plumbing World
TIMEFORMVIEWChamps Elysees gelding Dam, bumper winner, half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 3m) Coningsby. Strong in the betting fitted with a tongue tie for debut but failed to meet expectations at Southwell in May. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 WOZITWORTHTHEWAIT (GB) (-)
5 11-2
B g Linda’s Lad - Vilja (IRE) Ben Jones Joe Tickle Racing Club Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br Andrew Jackson
TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad gelding Dam ran once in bumper/made frame sole start over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 ALL WELL AND GOOD (GB) (36) 2
B g Mukhadram - World of Good
4 10-12
Sean Bowen
Mr Gary Allsopp Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Aiden Murphy Allsopp & Allsopp
TIMEFORM VIEW Mukhadram gelding. Dam 7f/1m winner Certainly bred to be sharp and patiently ridden, he showed plenty to work on when second over C&D a month ago. That puts him right in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA-
6
LOKI’S MISCHIEF (FR) (29)
2
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Goddess Freja (FR)
4 10-12
David Noonan
Mr Ron Watts Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Br Ulf Sjoberg Vasby Distribution Ab Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWNoRiskAtAllgelding Dam,17f-21/4mhurdle/chasewinner,half-sistertousefulhurdler/high-classchaser(stayed31/4m)Ajas(byNoRiskAtAll)
2 3/4 lengths second of 10 to Getaway Vic in bumper at this C&D on debut last month. Shouldn’t be much between them on these terms. TFRHHHHI BHA-
7
LUCKY IN TAIPAN (IRE)
(-)
B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Rose of Taipan (IRE)
4 10-12
Jonathan Burke
Mr D. Shorey Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Fintan Farrell
TIMEFORMVIEWLucky Speed gelding Half-brother to useful hurdler/chaser Golden Taipan Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (2m/17f winner) Dominican Monk Noteworthy newcomer for successful yard TFRHHHII BHA-
8
SECRET VINO (GB) (-)
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bonnet’s Vino
4 10-12
Miss Gina Andrews
Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br Gina Ellis Fresh Air
TIMEFORM VIEW Schiaparelli gelding. Dam, 19f-21f hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f) Actinpieces. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 TARGA BLUE (GB) (-)
B g Intello (GER) - Pink Diamond
4 10-12
Nico de Boinville
Mr T. D. Ward Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn
Br Dr A. Gillespie Smulders
TIMEFORM VIEW Intello gelding Dam 1 1/4m winner who stayed 13f. Wears visor for debut and interesting to see what the market makes of him (predominantly Flat yard). TFRHHHHI BHA-
10 THEATRE OF FLIGHT (GB) (36) 4
B g Mukhadram - Tanfidh
4 10-12
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Martyn and Elaine Booth Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Saxtead Livestock Ltd Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Mukhadram gelding Half-brother to 4 winners, including useful hurdler Nadaitak and modest 2m chase winner Alghazaal Dam 1 1/4m winner Ignored in the betting but displayed ability when keeping on for fourth starting out over C&D a month ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
11
TRAWLER (GB) (-)
4 10-12
Ch c Harbour Law - Harbour Star David Bass
Mrs Jackie Cornwell Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn
Br Jackie Cornwell
TIMEFORM VIEW Second foal, dam, ran once on Flat, from good family that includes Poule d’Essai des Poulains and Prix d’Isaphan winner Green Tune TFRHHIII BHA-
12 UNCLE LESTER (FR) (-)
4 10-12
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Anna Barkova (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies
Mr Craig Pistaszczuk Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br High Valley Equine Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Starspangledbanner gelding Dam, maiden on Flat (stayed 7f), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 23f) The Black Russian. TFRHHIII BHA-
2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Visor worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Getaway Vic (IRE), 9-2 All Well And Good (GB), 11-2 Loki’s Mischief (FR), 9-1 Lucky In Taipan (IRE), Targa Blue (GB), Theatre of Flight (GB), 18-1 King Roly (GB), Secret Vino (GB), 20-1 Slide Rule (GB), 28-1 Uncle Lester (FR), 50-1 Wozitworththewait (GB), 66-1 Trawler (GB)
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FOURTH RACE 4.00
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
BERKLEY
CARE GROUP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS
4)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Henderson (19 wins from 70 runners, 27%) runs LIGHTFOOT LADY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & R Flint (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs BYZANTINE EMPIRE & PARIKARMA
WEIGHTWATCHER: GAELIK COAST won off a handicap mark of 129, his rating is now down 21lb to 108. LONGEST TRAVELLER: RIGHT NOW trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 207 miles.
The way DOG FOX travelled at Bangor suggests he could have more to offer so he’s selected to make light of a 7lb rise Right Now has made a good start for the Rebecca Menzies stable and is second choice ahead of Alan King’s Stratford maiden winner Zodiac Star, who brings unexposed potential to this handicap hurdle debut
1 BALLYWOOD (FR) (36) 6654/3//-0 D
B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Miss Hollywood (FR)
10 12-0
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Ms G Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells
Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Lafeu
Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, NDS Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORMVIEWVery useful chaser at his peak for Alan King but well beaten in a C&D handicap hurdle for new trainer Georgie Howell after a whopping 38 months on the sidelines Can only watch. TFRHIIII BHA110
2 GAELIK COAST (FR) (53) 63654-5 C D
Br g Coastal Path - Gaelika (IRE)
10 11-12
Charlie Maggs (7)
Mr T. G. Leslie Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Mme Karine Perreau
TIMEFORMVIEW Added to mixed record when last of 5 at Fakenham last month. Blinkers worn recently are now left off and cheekpieces are fitted for only a second time TFRHHIII BHA108
3 PARIKARMA (IRE) (30) 01645-1 D
B m Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Pushkar
7 11-11
Cameron Iles (7)
Miss I. Mathias John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Minch Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEWLost his way for Gary Moore after a claiming win in January but revived at the first time of asking for this yard when landing a Newton Abbot handicap hurdle last month. Benefited from the leaders going too fast and a 7lb rise may find her out. TFRHHHII BHA107
4 PRIVILEGE (GB) (27) P/450P-P
6 11-9
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Two Days In Paris (FR) Charlie Price (3)
Mrs S. M. Farr Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Br Two Days In Paris Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden hurdler in Ireland who changed hands for only £2,500 in January and has been pulled up on both outings for this yard. TFRHIIII BHA105
5 LIGHTFOOT LADY (IRE) (73) 1//P53-P D 7 11-9
B m Leading Light (IRE) - Springinherstep (IRE) Nico de Boinville
The Knot Again Partnership Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Denis Noonan Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper winner who improved on his first 2 efforts over hurdles when third of 13 in a 2m novice at Doncaster in January. Very disappointing on Hereford handicap debut in May and now equipped with a first-time headgear combination. Still early days for leading yard TFRHHHII BHA105
6 BYZANTINE EMPIRE (GB) (25) 4605-36 D 7 11-7
B g Golden Horn - Mainstay Connor Brace
Mr Rhys Flint John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Rachel D. S. Hood
TIMEFORMVIEW Back-to-back winner off higher marks over fences in summer 2022 but more miss than hit in various race-types since. Easy enough to look elsewhere TFRHIIII BHA103
7 DOG FOX (GB) (27) 453-21 4 11-7
Ch g Cityscape - Dragonera Henry Brooke
Preston Lodge Stud Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Preston Lodge Stud Swansway
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful 1 1/4m Flat winner for Ed Dunlop and he got off the mark in this sphere in 10-runner handicap hurdle at Bangor (17f, good) 27 days ago. Up 7lb but he travelled strongly there and probably has more to give TFRHHHHH BHA107
1-2-3: 1.DOG FOX 2.RIGHT NOW (IRE) 3.ZODIAC STAR (IRE)
8
MIDNIGHT JEWEL (GB) (394) 1F2/414- C
B g Midnight Legend - Follow The Dream
Ms G. E. Morgan
8 11-4
Lilly Pinchin
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br North Bradon Stud Merriebelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORMVIEWCoursehurdlewinnerover21/2mlastJulyandhasadded3chasewinssince,thelatestatBangor(21/2m)lastmonth Rarebelow-pareffortwhen fourth of 5 at Newton Abbot since Capable of bouncing back from his much lower hurdle mark but shorter trip is a slight worry. TFRHHHII BHA100
9 ZODIAC STAR (IRE) (23) 661 D
B g Kodiac - An Cailin Orga (IRE)
4 11-4
Philip Armson (3)
Mr Alan King Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br M. Ryan Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. Left first 2 hurdle efforts well behind when landing a 2m Stratford maiden 23 days ago. An opening mark of 104 isn’t obviously generous on that bare form but he has potential as an unexposed sort TFRHHHHI BHA104
10 SERGEANT (FR) (534) 14F254/- D
B g Nutan (IRE) - Stella Marina (IRE)
7 11-3
Bradley Harris (3)
Mr David Keith Tye Harriet Dickin, Midford
Br Frau U. u. J. Imm
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent for Milton Harris in 2022/23 season, including a 2m Stratford handicap win Has a 17-month absence to overcome on this first outing for Harriet Dickin. TFRHHIII BHA99
11
RIGHT NOW
(IRE) (25) 660-13
B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE)
JFA Group
4 11-2
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br John O’Connor Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEWCut little ice in 2 juvenile hurdles for Sheila Lewis at the end of 2023 but struck on Market Rasen handicap debut for new trainer Rebecca Menzies last month and backed that up when third at Uttoxeter 25 days ago. Enters calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA102
12 KENTUCKY
BLUEGRASS
(GB) (49) 05-30 4 11-0
B g Requinto (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE)
Lorcan Murtagh Thorne Farm Syndicate Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Cover and Carry Limited Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat for David O’Meara and left his previous hurdling efforts behind when third in a Hereford maiden in May. Didn’t make much impact in a Uttoxeter handicap last month but he’s not discounted given his ability on the level. TFRHHHII BHA100 (-2)
13 GETAWAY JEWEL (IRE)
(94) 2P0060- D
B g Getaway (GER) - Fada’s Jewel (IRE)
10 10-2
Brian Hughes
Mr Phil Ellerby Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Mr D. Allen Northern Accountants
TIMEFORMVIEWReadywinneroverfencesatSouthwelllastsummer Hasstruggledoverthelargerobstacleslatelyandnowswitchestohurdlesinabidtorevive his fortunes. Potentially well treated and all 4 career wins have come when partnered by Brian Hughes. No shock were he to go well TFRHHHHI BHA83
2023: FANFARON DINO (FR) 8 11 12 Richie McLernon 13-2 (Anthony Honeyball) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 6. Stewards Note:
BALLYWOOD: Following its run on 19/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
PRIVILEGE: Following its run on 28/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was lame on its left-fore leg.
LIGHTFOOT LADY: Following its run on 13/5/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
GETAWAY JEWEL: Following its run on 22/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by fallers.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Dog Fox (GB), 6-1 Parikarma (IRE), 8-1 Zodiac Star (IRE), 10-1 Right Now (IRE), 12-1 Midnight Jewel (GB), 14-1 Lightfoot Lady (IRE), 16-1 Sergeant (FR), 18-1 Gaelik Coast (FR), 20-1 Getaway Jewel (IRE), 22-1 Byzantine Empire (GB), Kentucky Bluegrass (GB), 40-1 Privilege (GB), 100-1 Ballywood (FR)
2m (Hurdle) Moonday Sun (USA) (3yo+) 30Aug16
2m½f (Chase) Mercian King (IRE) (4yo+) 12Oct17
2m4f (Hurdle) Doubly Clever (IRE) (3yo+) 01Sep19 4m
2m4f (Chase) Rene’s Girl (IRE) (4yo+) 12Oct17 4m 39.90s
2m7f (Hurdle) Rolling Maul (IRE) (4yo+) 17Sep18 5m
2m7f (Chase) Go Another One (IRE) (4yo+) 01Sep19 5m 21.40s
Partnership
FIFTH RACE 4.35 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M)
THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle 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) 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): Jonjo & A O’Neill (21 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs MACMOLLY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G & J Moore (1 win from 23 runners, 4%) runs ATWIXADAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: JOHNNIE RIVER trained by Mrs S Gardner, Longdown, 137 miles.
I’M RAVENOUS sets the standard and has the scope for further progress, so he’s preferred to Reach For The Moon, who has the scope for better in this sphere based on his smart Flat form Manowest is a notable point recruit for a good yard.
1.I’M RAVENOUS (FR) 2.REACH FOR THE MOON 3.MANOWEST (IRE)
1 APPLICATIONOFCASH (IRE) (89) U00044- 6 11-4
B g Hillstar - Radical Rascal (IRE)
Mr Robbie Llewellyn
Br M. Dalton
Connor Brace
Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden Getting better by the run over hurdles and shaped with encouragement when fourth in a handicap at Cork on final outing for Sam Curling 9 months ago. Not seen since but worthy of interest if the market speaks in his favour on debut for a new stable TFRHHHII BHA101
2 DREAMS FLED AWAY (IRE) (51)
B g Elzaam (AUS) - Cherryade (IRE)
Mr David Gibbons
5 11-4
Tom Bellamy
Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn
Br Tyrone Molloy K & M (Hauliers) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Master Jake. Fair handicapper at best on Flat, stays 12.5f, below form for current yard TFRHIIII BHA-
3 I’M RAVENOUS (FR) (95) P/14/42-
B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Berry Emery (FR)
Mr Rodney Nelson-Jones
6 11-4
Ben Jones
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br SARL Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & J. Poitou Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW£80,000 point recruit who was fourth in a bumper a year ago. Bettered hurdling debut when runner-up in a novice at Wincanton three months ago and that’s clearly the best piece of form on show, so he’s the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA113
4 JOHNNIE RIVER (GB) (41) 0-
B g Telescope (IRE) - River du Nord (FR)
Miss Jane Edgar
5 11-4
James Best
Susan Gardner, Longdown
Br Jane Edgar Woodhayes Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Telescope gelding out of 1 1/2m-1 3/4m winner who stayed 16.5f. Well held only start in bumpers/on Flat to date TFRHIIII BHA-
5 MANOWEST (IRE) (80) P-1
B g Mahler - Sizing Judy (IRE)
6 11-4
Sean Bowen
Mrs Joy Maund-Powell Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mr Noel McDermott Motaclan
TIMEFORM VIEW£6,500 6-y-o, Mahler gelding Dam, ran once over hurdles/once in bumper, half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chase winner (stayed 2 1/2m)
Golan Guy Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (May 6) Goes hurdling now for very good stable and he commands a second look TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 REACH FOR THE MOON (GB) (23) 4-4C BF 5 11-4
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Golden Stream (IRE) Gavin Sheehan
HM The Queen&The Late Sir Chips Keswick Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Queen Elizabeth II Betvictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart Flat winner who has offered promise over hurdles and is easily forgiven his latest non-completion having been carried out early Remains with obvious potential as a hurdler TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 SOX’S SUN (IRE) (-) 6 11-4
B g Zambezi Sun - Sox’s Girl (IRE)
Mr Geoff Barfoot-Saunt
BS Racing Tracey Barfoot-Saunt, Wotton-under-Edge
Br Patrick Goulding
TIMEFORMVIEW Zambezi Sun gelding Dam 2 1/2m chase winner Likely to need more time and is hard to make a solid case for. TFRHHIII BHA-
1-2-3:
8
ATWIXADAY (GB) (38)
B g Adaay (IRE) - Atwix
The Calculated Speculators
4 11-0
Caoilin Quinn (3)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br The Calculated Speculators K M Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat, again showed little last time, so hard to make any sort of case for on hurdling debut. TFRHIIII BHA-
9
SCINTILLANTE
(GB) (23) 0B52
Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Freesia (IRE)
Alastair & Pippa McLeish
Br Grundy Bloodstock SRL
4 11-0
David Bass
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat and best effort to date over hurdles when runner-up in a maiden at Stratford last time This is stronger, so he’ll need to improve again. TFRHHHII BHA99
10
VOIX DE BOCELLI
(GB) (15) 6033P-
B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - World Class
The HCK Syndicate
4 11-0
Brendan Powell
Henrietta C Knight, Wantage
Br Deerfield Farm Plyvine Catering Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in France for Francois Nicolle pulled up on latest hurdling outing and didn’t fire on the Flat last time TFRHHIII BHA109
11
MACMOLLY
(GB) (8) 060-4
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Flutter Bye (IRE)
5 10-11
Jonjo O’Neill Jr Mrs Siobhan McAuley
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mill House Stud Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW In good hands but minor promise only in a brace of bumpers/over hurdles. TFRHIIII BHA-
12 OCEAN FRONTIER (GB) (91) 560-
B f Frontiersman - Ocean Transit (IRE)
4 10-7
Ben Poste Ocean’s Five Richard Price, Hereford
Br G. E. Amey Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact in bumpers. Makes no appeal on hurdling debut TFRHIIII BHA-
2023: EN AVANT (FR) 7 11 4 Sean Bowen 5-4 (Olly Murphy) 11 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 11.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 I’m Ravenous (FR), 11-4 Reach For The Moon (GB), 17-2 Manowest (IRE), 10-1 Applicationofcash (IRE), 14-1 Scintillante (GB), 50-1 Sox’s Sun (IRE), 66-1 Voix de Bocelli (GB), 80-1 Macmolly (GB), 150-1 Dreams Fled Away (IRE), Johnnie River (GB), 250-1 Atwixaday (GB), Ocean Frontier (GB)
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SIXTH RACE 5.10
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M)
THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle 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): Fergal O’Brien (41 wins from 202 runners, 20%) runs JUNIOR DES MOTTES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs CANNON ROCK LONGEST TRAVELLER: SUITABLY SURPRISED trained by S England, Guiseley, 163 miles.
CANNON ROCK, a dual winner on the Flat, brings plenty of potential to this sphere and is taken to make a successful start, perhaps at the main expense of standard-setter Fourtowns Ebony Warrior made an encouraging start to his hurdle career over C&D 6 weeks ago and can fill the places.
ROCK 2.FOURTOWNS (IRE) 3.EBONY WARRIOR (IRE)
1 EBONY WARRIOR (IRE) (42) 05-3
6 11-4
Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Three Wood (IRE) Kielan Woods
DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Br Kk Agri Ltd
The Good Racing Company Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW Made little impact in a brace of bumpers but shaped quite encouragingly sent hurdling after 5 months off when third of 14 in a C&D event 42 days ago. Should improve TFRHHHII BHA-
2 FOURTOWNS (IRE) (91) 534333-
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Blue Epona (IRE)
The Fitzdares Racing Syndicate
Br Paul Giles
5 11-4
Ben Jones
Ben Pauling, Naunton
The Fitzdares Club, Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and similar form over hurdles, finishing third of 14 in a maiden at Warwick (19f, good) 91 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time Sets the standard TFRHHHHI BHA106
3 JUNIOR DES MOTTES (FR) (400) 30/4- 5 11-4
B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Sauves La Reine (FR) Connor Brace
Mr David Brace Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes
Dunraven Group of Companies
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed fair form on his first 2 starts in bumpers for W. J. Burke. Ran below that level in a C&D event on sole outing for David Brace 13 months ago but has since joined Fergal O’Brien Tongue strap on for hurdle debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 LIGHT DRAGOON (FR) (268) 0-
B g Golden Horn - Lumiere Rose
ValueRacingClub.co.uk
6 11-4
Stan Sheppard
Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Mr Marcello Randelli Plumbing World
TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to justify support when down the field in a bumper (6/1) at Chepstow (16f, soft) on NH debut Off 8 months Makes hurdles debut Tongue strap on for 1st time TFRHHHII BHA-
5 R S AMBUSH (IRE) (11) 4240-24 BF
5 11-4
B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Archdale Ambush (IRE) Lee Edwards
Mr Michael P. Tudor
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Arctic Tack Stud & M. O’Leary Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdler. Remains a maiden after 9 hurdle runs. Went backwards from reappearance in first-time cheekpieces when fourth of 12 in maiden at Stratford (16.3f, good, 5/2) 11 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA105
6 RUBIES OR GOLD (IRE) (69) 63 5 11-4
B g Getaway (GER) - Craggy View (IRE) Jack Tudor
Bedford & Noel Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br John O’Dwyer
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on debut form when third of 13 in bumper at Kilbeggan (19f, good) 69 days ago. Makes hurdles debut on first run for yard after leaving Ms Margaret Mullins. Tongue strap on for 1st time TFRHHHII BHA-
7 CANNON ROCK (GB) (18) 4 11-0
B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Fintry (IRE)
Paul Platten & Partners
Sean Bowen
James Owen, Newmarket
Br Godolphin Retraining of Racehorses
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner on the Flat (fairly useful form) who brings plenty of potential to this sphere. Interesting. TFRHHHHH BHA-
1-2-3: 1.CANNON
8
MOAB (IRE) (15)
B g Camelot - Martini Glass (USA)
4 11-0
Brendan Powell
The MOAB Syndicate Henrietta C Knight, Wantage
Br Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Henrietta Knight
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat, stays 1 1/2m, well held in handicap last time Makes hurdle debut TFRHHIII BHA-
9 TILL YOU CAN’T (IRE)
(23) P-55
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Back Me Up (IRE)
4 11-0
Harry Reed
Miss Daisy Hitchins Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Br Mrs Noeleen Roche
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up only start in points and well held in 2 bumpers. TFRHHIII BHA-
10
HURLEY GIRLY
(IRE) (66) 3-0
B m Shirocco (GER) - Girly Girl (IRE)
5 10-11
Sam Twiston-Davies
Strictly Come Racing and T Crowe Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Tim Crowe
TIMEFORMVIEWWent backwards from debut when tenth of 11 in bumper at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good to firm) 66 days ago, looking a hard ride Switches to hurdles now with something to prove TFRHHIII BHA-
11 SUITABLY SURPRISED (IRE) (123) 4/542-
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bright Eyes
URSA Major -England
5 10-11
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Bright Eyes Syndicate Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWalk In The Park mare. Dam, ran once in bumper, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 25f) As I See It out of smart 2m-21f hurdle winner Chomba Womba. Maiden Irish pointer, runner-up last time (Mar 24). Market for clues. TFRHHHII BHA-
12 LADY WORMSLEY (IRE) (29) 3
4 10-7
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 offered something to work on switched to hurdles after 8 months off when a well-held third of 10 in a C&D maiden in June Entitled to do better TFRHHHII BHA-
2023:(See Div 1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2, 3, 4, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Stewards Note:
R S AMBUSH: Following its run on 14/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely. HURLEY GIRLY: Following its run on 20/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung both ways.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Fourtowns (IRE), 4-1 Cannon Rock (GB), 7-1 R S Ambush (IRE), 17-2 Ebony Warrior (IRE), 10-1 Junior des Mottes (FR), 16-1 Rubies Or Gold (IRE), 20-1 Lady Wormsley (IRE), 25-1 Light Dragoon (FR), Suitably Surprised (IRE), 33-1 Moab (IRE), 50-1 Till You Can’t (IRE), 66-1 Hurley Girly (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE eventmasters.co.uk AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2655, 2nd £1328, 3rd £664, 4th £332, 5th £166. (Penalty Value £3054.70) 24 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Mulholland (29 wins from 193 runners, 15%) runs THE BOLD THADY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs BLOW YOUR HORN LONGEST TRAVELLER: CASH AGAIN trained by S G West, Middleham, 172 miles.
BLOW YOUR HORN has been shaping up well of late and, with the longer trip likely to be within range (stays up to 2 1/4m on the level), he’s taken to open his account over hurdles Faerie Cutlass will be a threat if bouncing back from her latest effort, while Kiss My Face seems sure to give his running once more.
1 THE BOLD THADY (IRE) (27) B25-1P3
B g Milan - Princesse Rooney (FR)
7 12-0
Mr Tommie M. O’Brien
The Boot Inn Partnership Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Michael O’Neill 2 D Services Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWTricky customer but finally off the mark in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Fontwell (25.8f, good) in May. Pulled up at Huntingdon 19 days later but wasn’t disgraced in a first-time tongue strap when third in 13-runner handicap at Bangor last month. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 NO REMATCH (IRE) (54) 00622-4
B g Westerner - Loadsofability (IRE)
10 11-13
Miss Imogen Mathias (5)
Miss I. Mathias John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Mrs Claire Doyle
TIMEFORM VIEW Denied only by an unexposed type in 15-runner handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) on final outing for Evan Williams in December Not seen to best effect in a steadily-run event when fourth on return at Hexham in June and can’t be dismissed TFRHHHII BHA99
3 BLOW YOUR HORN (IRE) (43) 0065-23
B g Golden Horn - She’s Complete (IRE)
7 11-11
Mr Alex Chadwick
Ian Williams Racing Club Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br The She’s Complete Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful stayer on the Flat who has been shaping up quite well over hurdles, not seen to best effect with waiting tactics back in use when third in 9-runner handicap at Fontwell (19.1f) 43 days ago. Up in trip and remains with potential. TFRHHHHH BHA97
4 VOODOO DOLL (IRE) (68) 11/111-r C BF
B g Getaway (GER) - Voodoo Magic (GER)
11 11-10
Miss Eleanor Williams (7)
Mr R. E. R. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mr Edward Devereux
TIMEFORMVIEWFair handicap hurdler. Unraced under Rules since 2022/23 but has won 5 of 7 starts in points, every chance when ran out 3 out last time (May 18). Interesting back under Rules from reduced mark, especially if supported in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA96
5 BEN BUIE (IRE) (30) 114P-3P
Br g Presenting - Change of Plan (IRE)
Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 10
10 11-10
Mr Freddie Keighley (7)
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Mary Motherway FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEWTwo wins from 6 runs last season but went backwards from reappearance when pulled up in handicap chase at Newton Abbot (21f, good) 30 days ago, folding tamely from 5 out. Switches to back to hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA96
6 THE COMPOSEUR (IRE) (47) 215-P2P D
B g Mahler - Oscar’s Reprieve (IRE)
9 11-10
Mr Jack Wilmot (7)
Mrs Jonjo O’Neill Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br R. McCarthy Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Little to shout about for a while outside of points, pulling up in handicap chase at Bangor on most recent outing Lots to prove back over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA96
7 AUDITORIA (GB) (20) 2UP-524
B m Gleneagles (IRE) - Authora (IRE)
7 11-10
Mr James King
Nick Brown Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Woodcote Stud Ltd Motaclan
TIMEFORM VIEW Followed a good run with a below-par one when fourth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Visor back on TFRHHHII BHA96
1-2-3: 1.BLOW YOUR HORN (IRE) 2.FAERIE CUTLASS 3.KISS MY FACE
8
CASH AGAIN (FR) (25) 2324-52
Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Jeu de Lune (FR)
Miss Becca Shepherd
Br Mme Chantal Jamin
12 11-10
Miss Becca Shepherd (7)
Simon West, Middleham
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if retaining all his ability when second of 10 in handicap chase (11/1) at Cartmel (25.5f, good to soft) on 25 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA96
9 POTTLERATH (IRE) (27) 200-P6P CD
B g Yeats (IRE) - Truffle Fairy (IRE)
Lost In The Summer Wine
Br Nicholas Teehan
9 11-9
Mr Charlie Case (5)
Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Matt Sheppard Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a chase hat-trick at the start of last summer but is struggling badly for form at present. Back over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA95
10
KISS
MY FACE (GB) (7) 1/36-635
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Bridle Belle
7 11-8
Miss Clara Brewitt (7)
Hugh Bricknell Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Mrs H Steel Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Consistent sort who picked up where he left off over hurdles when fifth of 13 in a C&D handicap (good, 16/1) last week Likely to give his running once more.
11
FAERIE CUTLASS
(GB) (27) 0/123-36 C
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Faerie Reel (FR)
Mrs E. A. Kellar
Br Mrs E. Kellar
TFRHHHHI BHA94
6 11-6
Miss Lauren Keen-Hawkins (7)
Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
The Taylor Kellar Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who ran below form when sixth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (22.1f, good) 27 days ago. Claims if bouncing back
12 GOLDEN AMBITION (IRE)
TFRHHHHI BHA92
(93) 055P05- 5 11-5
Ch g Mount Nelson - Serpentine Mine (IRE)
Mr Elliott England (7)
The Shamrock and Rose Syndicate Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Denis Cummins Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Made more impact than previously in handicaps in first-time blinkers when fifth of 13 at Southwell (24.3f, good) in April. Needs to build on that now. TFRHHHII BHA91
13 HAZELS DELIGHT (IRE)
(24) 0PUP-50 5 11-3
B m Mount Nelson - Supreme Hazel (IRE)
Mr Ben Sutton (3)
Mr T. C. McKeever Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Eric Smith Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWWonsolepointbutunderwhelminginabumper(forFrancescaPoste)andfailedtocompleteinmaidenhurdleslastseason Showedfirst form in this sphere when fifth at Market Rasen (18.6f, good) on return but disappointed switched to a handicap here last time. TFRHHIII BHA89
2023: CHAMP ROYAL (FR) 7 11 10 Mr Tommie M O’Brien 9-2 (Neil Mulholland) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Visor worn by No. 5, 7, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Blow Your Horn (IRE), 8-1 Voodoo Doll (IRE), 17-2 Auditoria (GB), 10-1 Faerie Cutlass (GB), 11-1 No Rematch (IRE), 12-1 Kiss My Face (GB), 14-1 The Bold Thady (IRE), Golden Ambition (IRE), 16-1 Cash Again (FR), 25-1 Ben Buie (IRE), Pottlerath (IRE), Hazels Delight (IRE), 28-1 The Composeur (IRE)
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HORSE WELFARE
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Please do not always assume the worse, and at all times the horse’s welfare is our paramount concern.
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