FIRST RACE 2.30
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 110YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE NEW VICKERS.BET WEBSITE COMING SOON 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): F O’Brien (41 wins from 201 runners, 20%) runs ISABELLA BEE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (2 wins from 12 runners, 17%) runs ISABELLA BEE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: FEARLESS trained by D Brooke, Middleham, 172 miles.
Lots in with chances but the vote goes to ISABELLA BEE, who can have her chasing debut second upgraded given she came from further back than the pair she split so Fergal O’Brien’s 7-y-o can go one better at the expense of Stroll On By, who is going through a good spell at the moment. Jeudidee has been given time to get over a heavy fall, so he rounds off the shortlist provided that hasn’t left it’s mark.
colours no horse age st lb
1 NIBRAS GOLD (IRE) (30) 224-220 CD
B g Golden Horn - Whipped (IRE)
6 12-2
Jack Tudor ValueRacingClub.co.uk
David Pipe, Wellington Br Forenaghts,Tinnakill,Colts Neck Stallion W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEWConsistent Flat/hurdles winner who cemented positive start over fences when second of 7 in handicap chase at Stratford (19.4f, good) last month. Ran poorly in a first-time visor back over timber at Market Rasen most recently and quickly switches back to fences in reapplied cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA122
2 FEARLESS (IRE) (50) 3U5-360 D
B g Arakan (USA) - La Spezia (IRE)
The Fearless Partnership
9 11-6
Brian Hughes
Danny Brooke, Middleham
Br Mount Coote Stud and M.H. Dixon Danny Brooke Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Struggling for consistency at present and ran another of his lesser races retried in headgear when tenth of 13 in handicap at Uttoxeter (16f, good to soft) just over 7 weeks ago Handicapper continues to relinquish his grip, but tough to support with much confidence TFRHHIII BHA112
3
ISABELLA
BEE (IRE) (32) 116-532 D
B m Westerner - Myakoda (FR)
7 11-6
Jonathan Burke
KHDRP1 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Ms Salome Brennan Bresbet
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time hurdles winner last season who shaped well sent chasing when second of 10 in handicap at this course (20f, good) last month Every chance she will build on that for a top yard TFRHHHHH BHA112
4 STROLL ON BY (IRE) (30) 135-612
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Liss Croga (IRE)
7 11-6
Lilly Pinchin Old Gold Racing 9
Br Niall Flynn
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Merriebelle Stable LLC, Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWResumed winning ways in 7-runner handicap chase at Market Rasen in June and ran well having been raised 6lb back there (17.2f, good to firm) last month. Nudged up another 2lb and every chance that he will be in the shake-up TFRHHHHI BHA112
5 MAGISTRATO (FR) (45) 522-331 D
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Franche Alliance (FR)
6 11-4
Chris Ward (3) Knowle Racing Stables Limited
Br E.A.R.L Haras de La Croix Sonnet
Deborah Cole, Solihull
Lewisham Developments Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent following a switch from Paul Nicolls last spring and cashed in from steadily easing mark when making all at Newton Abbot (16.3f, good) 45 days ago. Respected up 5lb. TFRHHHII BHA110
6 ITTACK BLUE (FR) (29) 4/5-1140
Gr g Coastal Path - Beauty Blue (FR)
Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & J Diver
Br G.A.E.C. de L’Ombre
6 11-4
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORMVIEW310,000 gns point recruit who clicked over hurdles with wins maiden and novice events at Market Rasen in May. However, produced a second successive tame finish sent chasing at Stratford (19.4f, good) last month and no surprise to see a tongue tie go on TFRHHHII BHA110
7 JEUDIDEE (FR) (79) 1313-6F CD
5 11-2
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Alidee (FR) Ciaran Gethings Park View Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Br Jean-Nicholas Tige & Thierry Cypres
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper/hurdles winner who wasn’t seen to best effect at Warwick on return when sixth in May. In the process of running well sent chasing before falling heavily 3 out at Stratford (17f, good) just over 11 weeks ago and given time to get over that spill Entitled to improve TFRHHHII BHA108
1-2-3: 1.ISABELLA BEE (IRE) 2.STROLL ON BY (IRE) 3.JEUDIDEE (FR)
8
FLIGHT OF FREEDOM (IRE) (99) 5/1244-0 D 6 11-0
B m Getaway (GER) - Dahara (FR)
The Cheltenham & South West Racing Club
Br Pat McGrath
Tom Bellamy
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
The Jockey Club
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a 2m mares ’ novice on Warwick hurdle debut last October. Failed to come on for return when down the field at Ludlow (15.8f, good to firm) back in May and now attentions are switched to the larger obstacles after 99 days off the track. TFRHHHII BHA106
9
FAME AND FUN (IRE) (55) P513-0P 7 10-10
B g Fame And Glory - Tabachines (FR)
Mrs J. Hitchings
Freddie Gingell (3)
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Brian Moran Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEWDual 19f hurdles winner in 2022/23 Scored over fences at Plumpton (19.8f) in March too but well below that level on all 3 runs since, including in cheekpieces at Newton Abbot just under 8 weeks ago. In top hands but arrives with plenty to prove TFRHHIII BHA102
10
NO RECOLLECTION (GB) (23) 00P4-30 CD 6 10-2
Br g Dansili - Talawat
Jonathan England Worcester Racing Club Sam England, Guiseley
Br Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd TIMEFORM VIEWHas mixed between Flat and hurdles this summer with little success, finishing tailed-off last on the level at Newcastle (10.2f) just over 3 weeks ago. Hard to see him featuring on chase debut, but worth a cursory market check for a shrewd outfit. TFRHHIII BHA93
2023:NO CORRESPONDING FIXTURE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 7, 9, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2. Stewards Note:
OF FREEDOM: Following its run on 12/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by the faller
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Magistrato (FR), 5-1 Nibras Gold (IRE), 11-2 Isabella Bee (IRE), 6-1 Stroll On By (IRE), 12-1 Ittack Blue (FR), Jeudidee (FR), 14-1 Flight of Freedom (IRE), 20-1 Fearless (IRE), 25-1 Fame And Fun (IRE), 33-1 No Recollection (GB)
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2m4f (Hurdle)
2m4f (Chase) Rene’s Girl (IRE) (4yo+)
2m7f (Hurdle)
Maul (IRE) (4yo+)
2m7f (Chase) Go Another One (IRE) (4yo+)
SECOND RACE 3.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
ALAN
EDWARDS 70TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 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) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (41 wins from 201 runners, 20%) runs POLICE ACADEMY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (5 wins from 36 runners, 14%) runs WALKINGONEGGSHELLS
WEIGHTWATCHER: FAT SAM won off a handicap mark of 122, his rating is now down 16lb to 106.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: FAT SAM trained by C Down, Cullompton, 121 miles.
ALMOST GOTAWAY made a promising start over fences when third at Stratford and is taken to build on it here at the chief expense of Jac Jumper who was a resurgent runner-up over C&D last time. Police Academy is another to consider reverted to this sphere along with in-form pair Crypto Currency and Blazing Court.
1 RATHMACKNEE (IRE) (41) 6605-44 D
B g Jet Away - Let’s Park (IRE)
8 12-0
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Fawley House Stud Danni O’Neill, North Fawley
Br Arctic Tack Stud Fawley House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair winner at 20f over hurdles for Nicky Henderson Failed to build on chasing debut promise when last of 4 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, soft) 41 days ago. Needs to bounce back TFRHHHII BHA109
2 CRYPTO CURRENCY (IRE) (22) 50//53-33
B g Yeats (IRE) - Jeunopse (IRE)
Syders & Burkes
7 11-12
Tom Bellamy
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Miss N. Carberry Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o who posted a good third of 16 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, good to firm) 22 days ago, finishing well Merits consideration. TFRHHHII BHA107
3 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (25) 5-3361P C
B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Allforclover (IRE)
10 11-11
Jonathan Burke
Miss S. Troughton Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Miss S. Troughton Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but he was pulled up in handicap chase (25/1) at this C&D (good) 25 days ago, labouring some way out TFRHHIII BHA106
4 FAT SAM (GB) (22) 56-0044 D 10 11-11
Ch g Denham Red (FR) - Emergence (FR)
Mr David Lockwood
David Noonan
Chris Down, Cullompton
Br Woodmore Racing Woodwarm Stoves
TFRHHHII BHA106
TIMEFORMVIEW It’s now 14 runs since his last win in 2022 but he wasn’t disgraced when fourth of 16 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f) 22 days ago. Possibilities.
5 POLICE ACADEMY (IRE) (24) 1216-20 D 7 11-10
B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Academy Miss (IRE)
Mr Ben Sutton (7)
Mr N. Sutton Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Tom Radley Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a fine start for Fergal O’Brien, winning 3 of her first 4 starts over hurdles Needs considering back over fences.
6 JAC JUMPER (FR) (49) PP6-P22
B g Night Wish (GER) - Andria (FR)
Knowle Racing Stables Limited
TFRHHHHI BHA105
5 11-7
Chris Ward (3)
Deborah Cole, Solihull
Br Mrs Laurence Grandchamp Des Raux et al Lewisham Developments Limited
TFRHHHHI BHA102
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track for his current yard when second of 13 in handicap chase at this C&D (good to firm) 49 days ago. In the mix.
7 ALMOST GOTAWAY (IRE) (29) 1011/3-3 D 7 11-7
B g Getaway (GER) - Isles of Icane (IRE)
Bradley Partnership
Sean Houlihan
Nicky Martin, Minehead
Br Mrs Juliet Brown Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWA three-time hurdle winner early in 2023. Only twice raced since but shaped well on his chasing bow when third of 11 in handicap chase at Stratford (19.4f, good) 29 days ago. Player eased 1lb. TFRHHHHH BHA102
1-2-3: 1.ALMOST GOTAWAY (IRE) 2.JAC JUMPER (FR) 3.POLICE ACADEMY (IRE)
8
THANK YOU BLUE (GB)
(30) 4544-3P
7 11-5
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Potter Lewis Stones (3)
Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br James & Jean Potter PRA World Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW A fair winner at 17f over hurdles. Made an encouraging start in this sphere when third at Cartmel but pulled up at Market Rasen 30 days ago. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA100
9 UP FOR APPEAL (IRE) (29)
B g Mizzou (IRE) - Hosanna
34-4134
6 11-5
Jack Tudor Foxtrot Racing Up For Appeal
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br George Doyle NAF, Foxtrot Racing Syndicates
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over fences at Newton Abbot in June but made mistakes when a below-par fourth at Stratford last time Needs more. TFRHHIII BHA100
10 WALKINGONEGGSHELLS (IRE) (25)
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Much Appreciated (IRE)
4200-60 5 11-5
Nick Scholfield Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br Mr James Casey Hambleton Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced hurdler who has hinted at promise over fences, tongue strap on when seventh of 13 in handicap chase at this C&D (good) 25 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA100
11 BLAZING COURT (IRE)
(42) 253P-32
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Bright Blaze (IRE)
6 10-13
Sean Bowen Maughan, Parry, James & Thackray
Br J. H. Kidd
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden hurdler who has been placed on both his starts in this sphere, second of 13 in handicap chase at this C&D (good) 42 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts TFRHHHII BHA94
Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 11. Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
MIX OF CLOVER: Following its run on 25/7/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
ProbableS.P’s:9-2CryptoCurrency(IRE),6-1JacJumper(FR),7-1UpForAppeal(IRE),BlazingCourt(IRE),15-2AlmostGotaway(IRE), 10-1 Fat Sam (GB), 11-1 Police Academy (IRE), 12-1 Rathmacknee (IRE), 28-1 Mix of Clover (GB), Thank You Blue (GB), 33-1 Walkingoneggshells (IRE)
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THIRD RACE 3.30
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP 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)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P & M Bowen (26 wins from 104 runners, 25%) runs ALAN DE BANKS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P & M Bowen (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs ALAN DE BANKS LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANJANDANSAR trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 241 miles.
The suggestion is Nicky Henderson newcomer AZARIS, with confidence increased should the betting vibes be strong Rockola Vogue and Remember Moi ran to a fair level when placed earlier in the summer and may provide a bigger threat than penalised previous winner Alan de Banks
1
ALAN DE BANKS (IRE) (66) 1
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Miss Elderberry (IRE)
5 11-9
Sean Bowen
Davies Builders Merchants Ltd Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br J. Lenihan
TIMEFORMVIEW Soldier of Fortune gelding who made a winning debut in a Newton Abbot bumper in June. Should be competitive under a penalty TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 ANJANDANSAR (IRE) (-)
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Theatre Days (IRE)
PROPER MON RACING and Nick Carter
Br Charlie Harnett
5 11-2
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Jake Coulson, Heaton
Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Leading Light gelding Brother to bumper winner/fair hurdler Leading Theatre. Dam unraced sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 3 1/4m) Minella For Steak. Stable 0-14 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons. A watching brief is advised TFRHHIII BHA-
3 AZARIS (FR) (-)
B g Panis (USA) - Alliance d’Or (IRE)
Business Moves Group and David White
5 11-2
Nico de Boinville
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Jarlan & Suc. M. Jarlan Unibet
TIMEFORMVIEWPanis gelding. Brother to useful winner up to 1m Alistair and closely related to a winner Represents a top stable with a strong bumper record Market confidence would look significant. TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 BOY FROM BRAZIL (GB) (274) 50-
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Muck
Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies
Br N. A. Twiston-Davies
5 11-2
Sam Twiston-Davies
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner but beaten a long way in 2 runs last autumn TFRHHIII BHA-
5 EVERYBODYDANCENOW (GB) (61) 0
4 10-13
B g Passing Glance - Dd’s Glenalla (IRE) Finn Lambert (3)
Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies
Br Nigel Twiston-Davies
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brother to 3 winners, including smart hurdler Colin’s Sister No immediate encouragement when eighth on C&D debut in June but may have learned from that TFRHHIII BHA-
6 KINGSTON BRESIL (GB) (48) 26 4 10-13
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Summervale (IRE)
Mrs Izzie Hill (7)
Mr Alan Hill Lawney Hill, Aston Rowant
Br Mr Adrian Butler Prolinx Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, shaped better than a well-held sixth of 8 on Stratford debut suggests, weakening after racing freely. Can do better if learning to settle down TFRHHIII BHA-
7 GIBRALTAR LE BLEU (IRE) (-) 5 10-9
B m Ask - Red Square Girl (IRE)
Brendan Powell
Mrs K. Keane Des Donovan, Exning
Br Tom Egan
TIMEFORM VIEW Ask mare. Dam unraced out of useful hurdler (winner up to 3m) Red Square Lady Best watched unless the betting hints otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-
8
O’MALLEY (IRE) (91) B-5
B m Ocovango - Gayeroyale (IRE)
5 10-9
Gavin Sheehan
Kingsbere Racing Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
Br N & L Thb Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLooked to be struggling when brought down on home turn on Taunton debut in March but showed something to work on when fifth at Newton Abbot 8 weeks later. Still looked inexperienced on that occasion so may be capable of better again. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 ROCKOLA VOGUE (IRE) (76) 33
B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Catwalk Babe (IRE)
Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson
Br Tom Radley
5 10-9
Nick Slatter (3)
David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
The Good Racing Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Jukebox Jury mare who was third in a pair of Southwell bumpers at the start of the summer Another prominent showing is on the cards. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10 REMEMBER MOI (IRE) (54) 03
Gr f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Kalygarde (FR)
4 10-6
Miss Olive Nicholls (7)
Mr H Maye Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
Br Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Well behind Rockola Vogue on her Southwell debut but left that form well behind when fourth over C&D 3 weeks later Unlikely to be too far away TFRHHHHI BHA-
11 SWEET HORTENSE (GB) (240) 0-
Ch f Hawkbill (USA) - Laminka
Mr Roberto Favarulo
Br C. R. Withers & Mr & Mrs R. Reed
4 10-6
Jack Quinlan
Martin Dunne, Newmarket
Glance Cleaning Services
TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1 when well held on Newcastle debut for Danny Brooke last December Can only be watched on return for new trainer. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10. Stewards Note:
EVERYBODYDANCENOW: Following its run on 19/6/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Azaris (FR), 7-2 Rockola Vogue (IRE), 11-2 Alan de Banks (IRE), 6-1 Remember Moi (IRE), 10-1 O’Malley (IRE), 18-1 Gibraltar Le Bleu (IRE), 28-1 Boy From Brazil (GB), 33-1 Everybodydancenow (GB), Kingston Bresil (GB), 40-1 Anjandansar (IRE), 50-1 Sweet Hortense (GB)
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FOURTH RACE 4.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
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Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (41 wins from 201 runners, 20%) runs MARCO’S LIGHT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (2 wins from 12 runners, 17%) runs MARCO’S LIGHT LONGEST TRAVELLER: NOT NOW FOXY trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 241 miles.
It’s probably best to focus on the 3 hurdle winners in this line-up FLYING FORTUNE looks capable of better again on the back of her Market Rasen handicap success and is preferred to Bangor winners Scarlet O’Tara and Briefly.
1 FLYING FORTUNE (IRE) (30) 6252-21 5 11-7
Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Turbo Linn James Bowen
Fortune N’Fame fillies
Br Cathal Ennis
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual bumper winner who came good over hurdles in a 20.5f Market Rasen handicap last month. Has the potential for even better and leading claims back in a novice TFRHHHHH BHA115
2 SCARLET O’TARA (GB) (52) 524/03-1 D
6 11-7
B m Kayf Tara - Run Ructions Run (IRE) Charlie Hammond
Laura Newland and Chris Stedman Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Laura Newland & Caroline Stedman Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved again when returning from 6 months off to win a 19.5f Bangor maiden in June. Likely to be in the thick of things again TFRHHHHI BHA108
3 BRIEFLY (GB) (52) 323-321 D
B f Passing Glance - Dont Tell Val
Anthony Honeyball Racing Club
4 11-3
Sam Twiston-Davies
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br Mr John Benfield Geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive in bumpers and is following a similar path over hurdles, coming good in 19.5f Bangor maiden at the end of June That form is nothing special but she may do better again. TFRHHHII BHA100
4 DEFINITE DREAM (IRE) (42) rP/PP-33
B m Mahler - Definite Asset (IRE)
6 11-0
Brendan Powell
Mrs Barbara Coakley Denis Coakley, West Ilsley
Br Derwent Dene Farm Denis Coakley Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden pointer who was beaten 24 lengths into third on her C&D debut 6 weeks ago. May improve TFRHHHII BHA-
5 DID JA EVER (IRE) (55) 350-150
B m Shantou (USA) - Ratheniska (IRE)
6 11-0
David Noonan
Mrs Kayley Woollacott Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
Br Miss L. Cronin & Mrs U. Lawler
The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORMVIEW A winning pointer but 50/1 and well held on her Newton Abbot hurdle debut in June Cheekpieces need to spark major improvement TFRHIIII BHA-
6 HURLEY GIRLY (IRE) (25) 3-00
B m Shirocco (GER) - Girly Girl (IRE)
Strictly Come Racing and T Crowe
Br Tim Crowe
5 11-0
Richie McLernon
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEW Third on bumper debut in April but beaten a long way in another bumper and a 2m course maiden hurdle since. TFRHIIII BHA-
7 MARCO’S LIGHT (GB) (33) 0P0
B m Champs Elysees - Karliysha (IRE)
5 11-0
Jonathan Burke
KHDRP Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br R. W. Russell Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Champs Elysees mare who is in good hands but has shown only minor promise in a bumper and 2 maiden hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-
MOON LADY (GB) (29) U2-142P
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Lady Beaufort
Tigers Racing
Br James & Jean Potter
6 11-0
Ben Godfrey
Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler. Chased home Briefly in a Bangor maiden at the end of June but pulled up in handicap at Stratford since TFRHHIII BHA97
9 NOT NOW FOXY (IRE)
(440) 00-
Ch m Notnowcato - Had To Be Done (IRE)
5 11-0
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Miss Clare O’Donnell Jake Coulson, Heaton
Br Mr D. Berney Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in 2 bumpers last summer Hooded for hurdle debut after 14 months off. Can only watch. TFRHIIII BHA-
10 TIQUE (GB) (36) 604-560
B or Br m Blue Bresil (FR) - Toberdowney (IRE)
5 11-0
Daniel Sansom (3)
Mrs Heather Royle Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br DC & HM Royle We Do Vans
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner at the fourth attempt in May 2023 but has shown just modest form at best so far over hurdles. Best to look elsewhere again TFRHHIII BHA87
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Hood worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Stewards Note:
DEFINITE DREAM: Following its run on 8/7/2024 it was reported that the horse finished lame.
Probable S.P’s: EVENS Flying Fortune (IRE), 10-3 Scarlet O’Tara (GB), 13-2 Briefly (GB), 14-1 Moon Lady (GB), 25-1 Definite Dream (IRE), 33-1 Tique (GB), 66-1 Marco’s Light (GB), 80-1 Hurley Girly (IRE), 100-1 Did Ja Ever (IRE), 300-1 Not Now Foxy (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 4.30
(2M 4F)
THE VICKERS.BET FOR BEST PRICES GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund £10700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Nicholls (17 wins from 53 runners, 32%) runs PADDY DE POLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland & J Insole (2 wins from 15 runners, 13%) runs GALATA BRIDGE
WEIGHTWATCHER: LUNAR POWER won off a handicap mark of 129, his rating is now down 12lb to 117. LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE HEIGHT OF FAME trained by K Burke, Whitcombe, 124 miles.
PADDY DE POLE was far from disgraced when third in novice company on his latest outing and, with the return to handicaps in his favour, he looks a live player again. Fellow in-form pair
The Height of Fame and Galata Bridge are others firmly in the mix.
1-2-3: 1.PADDY DE POLE (IRE) 2.THE HEIGHT OF FAME 3.GALATA BRIDGE
1 GALATA BRIDGE (GB) (22) 236-512 D BF 7 12-0
B g Golden Horn - Infallible
Charlie Hammond Foxtrot Racing Galata Bridge
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Foxtrot Racing TIMEFORM VIEWHas looked better than ever of late, overcoming mistakes when adding to his tally at Perth (20f) last month and matching that form from a 6lb higher mark when runner-up at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 3 weeks ago. Has to enter calculations again. TFRHHHHI BHA122
2 PADDY DE
POLE
(IRE) (50) 511-133 D
B g Alkaadhem - Squirrel Wood (IRE)
6 11-9
Freddie Gingell (3) Mick Fitzgerald Racing Syndicate 2 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br T. A. Keating Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEWLightly-raced sort who rattled off a quick-fire hat-trick in handicap hurdles at Hereford (19.7f) in May. Made the frame on each of his last 2 starts latterly in novice company and he should be firmly in the mix again returned to handicaps. TFRHHHHH BHA117
3 LUNAR POWER (IRE) (30) 0PP6-50
Ch g Power - Dusty Moon
The Thick As Thieves Syndicate
Br Grange Stud
6 11-9
William Maggs (5)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a handicap hurdle for Noel Meade last May but yet to make an impact for current yard, well held eleventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (22.1f) with blinkers refitted 30 days ago. Cheekpieces go back on now but bit to prove despite sliding mark. TFRHHIII BHA117
4 BUTLER’S BRIEF (IRE) (41) 215F-6P C
B g Yeats (IRE) - She’s On The Case (IRE)
9 11-8
Nick Scholfield You Can Be Sure Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Mrs M. Doran Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Won twice in 2023 at up to 25.7f. Well below par in 2 comeback runs this summer but is on a winning mark if a recent wind operation helps to spark a revival. TFRHHHII BHA116
5 SONGO (IRE) (36) 1103-24
B g Most Improved (IRE) - Sacre Fleur (IRE)
8 11-6
James Best
The Songo Partnership Richard Hawker, Frome
Br Sacre Fleur Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEWFairly useful Flat performer who won a pair of novice hurdles at Newton Abbot (21.5f) last summer Solid start for new yard when runner-up in handicap at that venue in May but not in quite the same form when fourth at Stratford (18.6f) 5 weeks ago. Still, he’s no forlorn hope TFRHHHII BHA114
6 THE HEIGHT OF FAME (GB) (45) 24516-1 7 11-3
B m Fame And Glory - Good Thinking Gavin Sheehan
Barrow Hill Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
Br Barrow Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW7-y-o mare who has built up a healthy strike rate in handicaps, looking as good as ever after 7 months off when landing 4-runner handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (21.5f) 45 days ago. Career-high mark to defy now but she’s respected again. TFRHHHHI BHA111
7 MINELLA DOUBLE (IRE) (24) 13P4-30 D 6 10-12
B g Shantou (USA) - Lady Dromlac (IRE) Philip Armson (3)
S Wood Rob Summers, Solihull
Br Geoffrey Thompson
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made a winning debut over hurdles at Hexham (20f) back in the autumn Hasn’t kicked on from that subsequently, including over fences, and he was below his best returned to hurdles for new yard at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 24 days ago. Others stronger TFRHHIII BHA106
Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 6, 7.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 The Height of Fame (GB), 11-4 Galata Bridge (GB), 10-3 Paddy de Pole (IRE), 8-1 Songo (IRE), 14-1 Butler’s Brief (IRE), 20-1 Lunar Power (IRE), 25-1 Minella Double (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 5.00
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE NEW VICKERS.BET APP COMING SOON 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) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (41 wins from 201 runners, 20%) runs SCHOOL DAYS OVER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs FAMOUS LAST WORD LONGEST TRAVELLER: JETEYE trained by S England, Guiseley, 163 miles.
MIDNIGHT GOLD was below her best at Fontwell in May but had previously shaped well when runner-up behind one on an upward curve at Warwick earlier that month. Unexposed at this sort of trip, she’s been given a break ahead of this and it would come as no surprise to see a better showing. Townhill had excuses latest and he’s a player, with Oceanline another to bear in mind returned to this discipline
1 CALAGOGO (IRE) (29) 0F0/-P04 D
B g Doyen (IRE) - Bluebell Line (IRE)
8 12-1
James Martin (5)
Mr S. G. Allen Stephen Allen, Chipping Norton
Br Lady Vivienne Lillingston
TIMEFORMVIEWLightlyracedandwentthewrongwayforGordonElliott.Littleimpactinitiallyfornewstablebutdidatleastshowheretainsagooddealofhisability (fitted with a visor) when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (22f) 29 days ago. Needs to build on that in refitted cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA111
2 TOWNHILL (IRE) (24) 3141-1P
Ch g Presenting - Ladies Pride (IRE)
Mr N. Sutton
6 12-0
Mr Ben Sutton (7)
Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br W. B. Mactaggart Plumbing World
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who continued theme of race-by progress in handicaps when gaining third success at Newton Abbot (26.5f) in June Saddle slipped after 4 out when pulled up at Uttoxeter (23.3f) latest and he remains one to be interested in TFRHHHHI BHA110
3 TZARMIX (FR) (24) 31/54-50
Ch g Gemix (FR) - Tzarine de La Mone (FR)
6 11-13
Max Kendrick
Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Yvonnick Bothamy & Jean-Paul Bothamy Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced 6-y-o who, despite racing lazily, stepped up on his reappearance run (with cheekpieces fitted) when seventh of 15 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good) 24 days ago. Eased 2lb ahead of this and return to this longer trip could help TFRHHHII BHA109
4 SCHOOL DAYS OVER (IRE) (24) 364-P33
Br g Ocovango - Landenstown Rose (IRE)
7 11-13
Jonathan Burke
Dark Horse Racing Ltd Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEWFair maiden hurdler who made the perfect start over fences when seeing off 6 rivals at Hereford (21f, good) in November Mixed bag since but did better in jumping department when third back over hurdles at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 24 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA109
5 ALEXANDRA ROMANOV (IRE) (85) 1P/135-P 7 11-11
Ch m Sixties Icon - Russian Empress (IRE)
Marc Goldstein
Balmer Farm Racing Sheena West, Lewes
Br Mr Canice Farrell Southdowns Unleashed
TIMEFORM VIEW3-time winner over hurdles (at up to 21.7f) who disappointed on the back of 7 months off when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (21.8f, good) in May, pulled up 2 out Needs to leave that in her wake back from 85 days off. TFRHHHII BHA107
6 PURE THEATRE (IRE) (247) 1/31363- 6 11-11
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Faucon
Ben Bromley (5) Potwell Racing Syndicate IV Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br D. E. Cantillon Geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORMVIEWTasted success twice in mares ’ contests during first half of last year Efforts mixed thereafter but much more like it when third of 14 in handicap at Doncaster (24.4f) when last seen in December Interesting if support comes for her back from 8 months off with a tongue tie fitted. TFRHHHII BHA107
7 KAZONTHERAZZ (GB) (24) 44323-0 C 8 11-10
B m Kayf Tara - Giovanna Sean Bowen The Meagher Family Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdler who recorded a trio of encouraging efforts since wind surgery, latterly at Newbury (24.2f) in January. Disappointed after 6 months off at Uttoxeter 24 days ago but possible that run will have brought her on TFRHHHII BHA106
8
PRINCE
DE
JUILLEY
(FR) (24) P2-2100
B g Honolulu (IRE) - Horemsaf (IRE)
The Big Dog Partnership
7 11-8
Murray Dodd (7)
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Mr Georges Trincot & Mrs Lucie Trincot F&S Consultants Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWKnocking on the door before getting off the mark in an 11-runner handicap hurdle at Warwick (26f, good to soft, 7/2) in May. However, ran some way below that level in pair of subsequent outings. TFRHHIII BHA104
9 MIDNIGHT GOLD
(IRE) (85) U5/21-24 BF 7 11-6
B m Fame And Glory - Midnight Fox (IRE)
Neil Mulholland Racing Club
Br Geoffrey Thompson
James Bowen
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEWConfirmed more positive signs when easily winning 8-runner mares ’ handicap at Southwell (20.4f) last summer Returned with a good second at Warwick in May but hung left throughout and well beaten at Fontwell later that month. Type to bounce back and considered TFRHHHHH BHA102
10 STANS THE MAN (IRE)
B g Milan - Strong Roe (IRE)
Having the craic
Br Michael Moakley
(24) 2/PPP-04
7 11-6
James Best
Ella Pickard, Taunton
Tristan Johnson Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWBumper/maiden hurdle winner during 2022/23 Very little to shout about more recently but more positive signs from much reduced mark when fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 24 days ago. Now his task is to build on that TFRHHHII BHA102
11 OCEANLINE
(IRE) (17) 10/6P6P- C
B g Adaay (IRE) - Ocean Bluff (IRE)
Mrs R White, M Lambert & B Wright
6 11-6
Jack Tudor
David Pipe, Wellington
Br M. Phelan W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEWFlat/hurdles winner (successful here) for this yard who hasn’t figured in face of some fairly stern assignments in former sphere in recent months. Returns to this sphere from career-low mark however, and he hasn’t had much racing at this sort of trip Worth a look. TFRHHHHI BHA102
12 JETEYE (IRE) (36) P2-P010 D
Br g Jet Away - Shuil Sionnach (IRE)
Tor Side Racing and A McCormack
7 11-5
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Mrs Juliet Brown Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t cut much ice in pair of chase tries but blinkers had desired effect when successful in 14-runner handicap hurdle at Hexham (23.3f) in June Some way below best at Perth 5 weeks ago though and visor now the headgear of choice. TFRHHHII BHA101
13 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (33) 26-0200
B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE)
Sue Howell
5 11-1
Nick Scholfield
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Stonepark Farms Ltd NAF
TIMEFORMVIEWSouthwell maiden winner last year and easily his best effort since when runner-up over 20f here in June. However, he’s been below his best in pair of starts since and bounce back called for returned to this longer trip TFRHHHII BHA97
14 FAMOUS LAST WORD
(IRE) (557) 53/3/5P6/- 9 10-11
B or Br g Fame And Glory - Presenting Tara (IRE)
Mr T. J. & Mrs H. Parrott & Partner
Alice Stevens (5)
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Thomas Meagher Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Very lightly raced for a 9-y-o and didn’t convince in a couple of starts over fences during early 2023 Has a good deal to prove returning from another lengthy absence back over smaller obstacles. TFRHHIII BHA93
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Visor worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 12, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10. Stewards Note:
TOWNHILL: Following its run on 26/7/2024 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped.
MIDNIGHT GOLD: Following its run on 26/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Townhill (IRE), 8-1 Midnight Gold (IRE), Oceanline (IRE), 10-1 Pure Theatre (IRE), 11-1 School Days Over (IRE), Alexandra Romanov (IRE), 12-1 Kazontherazz (GB), 14-1 Tzarmix (FR), Jeteye (IRE), 18-1 Calagogo (IRE), Faded Fantasy (IRE), 22-1 Stans The Man (IRE), 25-1 Prince de Juilley (FR), 40-1 Famous Last Word (IRE)
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