Welcome everyone who is here with us today for this mid-week autumn evening of racing.
Today, we have 7 races kindly supported by an array of sponsors. You will find more information on each of them within this race card, but a huge thanks to the author Paul Ferguson, Worcester FA, FBC Mamby Bowdler, Jennings Bet, Planet Sport Bet, Eventmasters and Jackie Humphries who are here to remember Les Ballard.
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You will see here today, around the hospitality marquee, that we have had some pipes burst, of which have required significant works to not only repair it but also to enable us to keep racing. A special thanks to D.C Builders and Sons who we have been working with, on all hours, to fix all these burst pipes. The grounds team have also been working hard to keep the track in great condition, so we must thank them all for their continuously hard work.
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We race again on Monday 16th September so hopefully we can welcome you back here then.
Have a great day and good luck!
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WEDNESDAY 11 SEPTEMBER (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
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No.ofdays sincelastran colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
horse’s name birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
form guide previous performances
/=new season
-=new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite age
1 HUNT BALL (IRE) (109) 2304-11 CD
B g Winged Love (IRE) - La Fandango (IRE)
Atlantic Equine
weight st-lb
10 11-12
Andrew Tinkler
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Michael Slevin Novae Management Limited Br TIMEFORM VIEW Still capable of smart form over fences last season and made most of 2 good opportunities back over hurdles in May. This a lot harder but still the one to beat.
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race.
HHHHI Good chance of being placed.
HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.
HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.
A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
FIRST RACE 4.03
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 110YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE PLAY COACH AND REFEREE FOOTBALL @worcsfa 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) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (43 wins from 214 runners, 20%) runs GO ON YA GOODTHING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs BLUEBERRY WINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BERLIET EXPRESS trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 241 miles.
MUTUAL RESPECT looks sure to give another good account if ready to go on his first start for 11 months Moodofthemoment shaped well starting out for this yard when second over C&D 3 weeks ago and is next best ahead of Royal Max. 1-2-3:
1.MUTUAL RESPECT (IRE) 2.MOODOFTHEMOMENT (IRE) 3.ROYAL MAX (FR)
1 BLUEBERRY WINE (IRE) (25) 532-356 D
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Buttonhole Rose (IRE)
8 12-0
William Maggs (5) Red Rum Racing 2 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Joseph Neville
TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time winner over fences who ran well when placed in a pair of novice hurdles at Ludlow/Kelso during the spring but couldn’t replicate that level returned to this sphere last 2 starts Mark continues to ease TFRHHHII BHA100
2 MUTUAL RESPECT (IRE) (348) 256123- D
B g Valirann (FR) - By Heavens (IRE)
Hip Flask Racing (MR)
8 11-11
Harry Bannister
Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
Br J. F. Mernagh Fairfax and Favor Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly shed his maiden tag at Uttoxeter (2m) in July 2023 and followed it with good efforts over this C&D. Likely to go well again if fully tuned up on return. TFRHHHHH BHA97
3 HOLERDAY RIDGE (IRE) (48) 0134-PP
B g Mahler - Deep Lilly
9 11-7
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. TFRHIIII BHA93
4 MOODOFTHEMOMENT (IRE) (21) P1-1102 7 11-6
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Mood I’m In (GER)
Stan Sheppard
Mr Barry Hawkins Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br Andrew Pierce Matt Sheppard Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWModest form at best over hurdles/fences for David Pipe Won all 3 of his point starts prior to finishing well held over hurdles on sole start for David Dennis. Shaped well after another stable switch when second over C&D last month. TFRHHHHI BHA92
5 VOIX DE BOCELLI (GB) (25) 033P-40 4 11-4
B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - World Class
The HCK Syndicate
Brendan Powell
Henrietta C Knight, Wantage
Br Deerfield Farm Plyvine Catering Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in France for Francois Nicolle but has generally struggled for this yard, including on chase bow latest. TFRHHIII BHA100
6 GOAHEADWITHTHEPLAN (IRE) (21) 421/-P03 D 9 11-2
B g Stowaway - Backandillo (IRE)
Gavin Sheehan
Fawley House Stud Danni O’Neill, North Fawley
Br Oliver Loughlin Fawley House Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden hurdler but made his second chase start a winning one at Uttoxeter in July 2022 Subsequently absent for 22 months and easily best effort since when respectable third over C&D 3 weeks ago. May come on again TFRHHHHI BHA88
7 GERARD MENTOR (FR) (21) 0-46606 D 8 11-0
B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Trephine du Sulon (FR)
Tom Bellamy Garrett, Meacham & Woodhall
Br Vincent Le Roy et al
Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWinless over hurdles since scoring 4 times in 2022 and has gone the wrong way in 3 starts since making the frame at Ludlow in May. However, did at least offer something to work on switched to fences over C&D 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA86
8
GROOM DE COTTE (FR) (12) F5-300P
B g Tiger Groom - Traviata Valtat (FR)
8 10-8
Richie McLernon
Mr N. Byrne Gary Brown, Swindon
Br Georges Richardot & Jean-Luc Buiron
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden who ended time with Sean Curran with a respectable third over hurdles at Stratford in May but has been down the field in 3 outings over fences for this yard TFRHHIII BHA80
9
HERECOMESHOGAN
(IRE) (55) 0620-06
7 10-8
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Constant Approach (IRE) Daire McConville (7)
The Cotswold Lockdowners
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br John Fitzgerald FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who was proving inconsistent over fences over the winter. However, excuses both starts this season and eased to a tempting mark. TFRHHHII BHA80
10
BERLIET EXPRESS
(IRE) (92) 5P535-P D
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Ancone (FR)
8 10-5
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Mr Nick Carter Jake Coulson, Heaton
Br Tommy James Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over hurdles but remains a maiden over fences, running no sort of a race after a 4-month absence at Southwell in June (bled) Off again since TFRHHIII BHA77
11 ROYAL MAX (FR) (25) P-33033
B g Maxios - Rahada (GER)
MT Hughes, John Lawson, Stephanie Kaye
Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant
6 10-4
Robert Dunne
Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame on 4 of his last 5 outings, including when third back over fences at Market Rasen last month. That was only his second career start over fences so entitled to do better in this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA76
12 THE GAMBLER (IRE) (55) 060-200
B m Workforce - Lady Leila (IRE)
6 10-3
Charlie Hammond
Mr D. Broadhurst Max Young, Sneads Green
Br Mr N. Reid Berkeley Carter Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWA fair bumper winner but she has failed to match that form over hurdles and fences, coming in only ninth of 10 in handicap chase at Bangor (20.3f, good) 40 days ago. Others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA75
13 MISS MARETTE (GB) (14) 34-P505
B m Passing Glance - La Marette
Culm Valley Racing
NON-RUNNER
8 10-2
Chris Down, Cullompton
Br Mrs S. L. Bates Woodwarm Stoves
TIMEFORM VIEW Came good in a weak mares ’ maiden at Exeter last autumn but has just the one creditable effort to her name in handicaps since and was well held on chase bow here 2 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA74
) ) last here ago.
14 GO ON YA GOODTHING (IRE)
Ch g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Hadya (IRE)
(11) 24P-P54
5 10-2
Connor Brace
Mr David Brace Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Skehanagh Bloodstock & Rachel Weld
Dunraven Group of Companies
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler for David Brace and looked in need of the experience sent chasing by his new yard after 4 months off at Newton Abbot 11 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA74
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 10, 14. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 7.
Stewards Note:
HERECOMESHOGAN: Following its run on 18/7/2024 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped at the 2nd last. BERLIET EXPRESS: Following its run on 11/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Mutual Respect (IRE), 6-1 Moodofthemoment (IRE), 15-2 Goaheadwiththeplan (IRE), 9-1 Royal Max (FR), 11-1 Blueberry Wine (IRE), 12-1 Herecomeshogan (IRE), Go On Ya Goodthing (IRE), 20-1 Gerard Mentor (FR), Berliet Express (IRE), 33-1 The Gambler (IRE), 40-1 Voix de Bocelli (GB), Groom de Cotte (FR), 100-1 Holerday Ridge (IRE)
2m7f (Hurdle) Rolling Maul (IRE) (4yo+) 17Sep18 5m 24.20s
2m7f (Chase) Go Another One (IRE) (4yo+) 01Sep19 5m 21.40s
Race preview from Weatherbys
Racetwoontoday’scardissponsored by Weatherbys and is the first contest of the season to carry the name of JumpersToFollow,withthe2024-2025 edition of the publication set to be released on Friday. A 0-120 handicap chase staged over 2m4f, 10 horses taketheirchanceinwhatlookstobea competitiveheat.
TheDanSkelton-trainedNextLeftisthe obvious starting point, having won by 15 lengths over course-and-distance on 1st September. That was just the third start over fences for the eightyear-oldandhavingbeenputup12lbs by the handicapper yesterday, he is effectively 5lbs ‘well in’ here, racing undera7lbspenalty.
Good ground seems to suit and he is likely to make a bold bid to follow-up, with the Skelton stable in great order at present. Beat Box completed a quickfire summer hat-trick at Newton Abbot on Monday, taking the trainer’s seasonaltallyto50.
Next Left is the obvious starting point, having won by 15 lengths over course-and-distance.
MartinKeighley’sDukeOfLuckleytwice ran well when runner-up in similar races over course-and-distance duringthesummer,althoughonaline throughADefiniteGetaway,helooksto
haveabittofindwithNextLeft.Theson ofMahlerhas wontwicefromadozen starts over fences and although he lookscapableofrunningwell,hecould again be slightly vulnerable to an improvingandless-exposedrunner.
Roccovango,potentially,fallsintothat category. Another lightly-raced eightyear-old, he won twice from three startsfortheOllyMurphystableearlier in the year, successful in a maiden hurdle at Huntingdon and he then stayed-onstronglyunderapenaltyat Hexham. On each occasion he wore cheek-pieces–whichremaininplace today – and given that the recently married trainer also has his string in fine form at present, he looks to be a seriouscontenderonchasedebut.
Although he shapes like going up to 3mwillsuitintime,conditionslookfine forthisfirststartoverfencesandifthat lack of chasing experience doesn’t prove to be a negative, Roccovango could well give Next Left most to think about.Co-incidentally,hehasactually been given a positive mention by jockeySeanBowenintheforthcoming editionofJumpersToFollow.
OpeningBid races off his last winning mark (120) and made a serious error three out when third at Newton Abbot recently. He won at this track in May 2023andrelishesdecentground,soin firsttimecheek-pieces,lookstobethe pickoftheremainder.
SECOND RACE 4.35
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW 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 (15 wins from 69 runners, 22%) runs BALLYDESMOND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs NEXT LEFT LONGEST TRAVELLER: GLOIRE D’ATHON trained by S Humphrey, West Wratting, 147 miles.
NEXT LEFT is clearly a much better chaser than hurdler and looks capable of defying a penalty given the manner of his win over C&D 10 days ago Thank You Blue was going well when falling 3 out over C&D last month and rates the main threat ahead of the in-form Duke of Luckley.
1.NEXT LEFT (IRE) 2.THANK YOU BLUE 3.DUKE OF LUCKLEY (IRE)
1 DORRELLS PIERJI (FR) (21) 211115 D
Br g Coastal Path - Playa Pierji (FR)
11 12-0
David Noonan N Banks, W Dodd, D Stevenson, A Gibson
Br Pierre Julienne & E.A.R.L. Dorrells
Dean Summersby, Kellacott
TIMEFORMVIEWVeteran chaser who scored twice over hurdles in 2022 Retains much of his ability judging by a prolific recent spell in points and the way he shaped for most of the way on return to Rules here 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA120
2 OPENING BID (GB) (11) 024P53 C
9 12-0
B g Native Ruler - Clifton Encore (USA) Bryan Carver
Mr T Hamlin and Mr J M Dare
Chris Down, Cullompton
Br Mrs N. L. Naylor Woodwarm Stoves
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5 times over fences in 2023. Mixed record this season, though latest third at Newton Abbot was one of his better efforts. Headgear on TFRHHHII BHA120
3 NEXT LEFT (IRE) (10) 3//50-141 CD
B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Mountainviewqueen (IRE)
Mr T. C. McKeever
8 11-11 (in 7lb ex)
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mrs Breda Spillane The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Taken well to fences, winning 2 of his 3 starts, much improved when impressive winner over C&D 10 days ago. Obvious claims under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA110 (+12)
4 ENVIOUS EDITOR (IRE) (45) 3/35-115 D
B or Br g Aizavoski (IRE) - Moll The Rol (IRE)
Mr P. A. Clifton
10 11-10
Robert Dunne
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Mr T. Boland Tote
TIMEFORM VIEWBounced back to his best following a point success in 2m5f Stratford hunter chase in May. Decent start for this yard when fifth in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, good to firm) 45 days ago and merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA116
5 ROCCOVANGO (IRE) (113) 53/021-1 D 8 11-10
Br g Ocovango - Nouveau Moulin (IRE)
John Nicholls Racing
Br William O’Keeffe
Sean Bowen
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Hunter Plastics Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWBuilt on yard debut when opening account in 15-runner maiden hurdle at Huntingdon (19.5f, heavy) before following up under a penalty at Hexham Much be respected now going chasing. TFRHHHHI BHA116
6 GLOIRE D’ATHON (FR) (85) 5P0-564 CD 8 11-4
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Aster d’Athon (FR)
Yen Hall Farm Racing
James Best
Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting
Br Mrs Marie-Josee Corbin Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWProlific early in his chasing career (winning 5 of his first 6 starts) but lost his way last season Tumbled down the weights but shown enough in 3 starts this term to suggest he’ll be taking advantage anytime soon. TFRHHHII BHA110
7 AS TEARS GO BY (GB) (45) 050-P00 6 11-2
B g Vadamos (FR) - Our Girl Salley (IRE)
Kielan Woods
Mark E Smith and David Lestrange D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Mr Rowland Crellin
Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHit the target twice for Gordon Elliott last May but form tailed off badly thereafter and no show in 3 outings for this yard this summer. Makes chase debut TFRHIIII BHA108
1-2-3:
8
DUKE
OF LUCKLEY (IRE) (48) 221-622 D
B g Mahler - Emily’s Princess (IRE)
Owners for Owners Duke Of Luckley
7 11-2
Daire McConville (7)
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 over C&D (good) last 2 starts so he needs considering.
9
BALLYDESMOND (IRE) (15) 12/14P-3
B g Presenting - Eyes On The Stars (IRE)
Sperling Field Allday Worcester
TFRHHHHI BHA108
7 11-2
Tom Buckley (3)
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Brucetown Farms Ltd Betvictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a hunter chase in Ireland in May 2023 but has offered little for present connections. TFRHHIII BHA108
10
THANK YOU BLUE (GB)
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Potter
(23) 544-3PF
7 10-8
Sean Quinlan
Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br James & Jean Potter Pra World Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWA fair winner at 17f over hurdles. Made an encouraging start in this sphere when third at Cartmel Pulled up at Market Rasen next time but likely to have gone close when falling 3 out over C&D last month. TFRHHHHI BHA100
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Next Left (IRE), 15-2 Roccovango (IRE), 8-1 Thank You Blue (GB), 17-2 Duke of Luckley (IRE), 11-1 Envious Editor (IRE), 12-1 Opening Bid (GB), 16-1 Dorrells Pierji (FR), Gloire d’Athon (FR), 33-1 Ballydesmond (IRE), 100-1 As Tears Go By (GB)
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The Management accepts no liability whatsoever for bodily injury or loss or damage to property, no matter how caused.
Partnership
THIRD RACE 5.10
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
FBC MANBY
BOWDLER 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) Weights lowered 4lb. 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): F O’Brien (43 wins from 214 runners, 20%) runs TED’S FRIEND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs PRESENTING NELLY LONGEST TRAVELLER: OCEANLINE trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 116 miles.
Previous C&D winner PRESENTING NELLY hasn’t finished improving yet and she shaped better than the result at Uttoxeter last time, so she’s fancied to get back to winning ways at the possible expense of Long Draw, who scored impressively at Ffos Las when last seen. Oceanline and Kosasiempre are others to consider
1 WALK OF NO SHAME (IRE) (47) 3P-0150 CD 7 11-10
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ultimate Echo (IRE)
Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Mr Paul Taiano & Mr Michael Nixon Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br William P. Delaney Wasdell Group TIMEFORMVIEWLeft a very low-key reappearance effort in her wake when winning 8-runner handicap hurdle over C&D in June Somewhat lacklustre on both subsequent outings but has had a break ahead of this TFRHHHII BHA110
2 MANOR
PARK
(GB) (20) 05-0545
B g Medicean - Jadeel
Chris Clark & Daisy Hitchins
9 11-9
Mr Robbie David (7)
Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Br Aislabie Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good, 20/1) 20 days ago. Cheekpieces back on Sliding in the weights and not completely dismissed TFRHHIII BHA109
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023 4/1, fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f, good to soft) 170 days ago. Fairly treated if he’s sufficiently prepared TFRHHHII BHA108
4 HOSTILE HOTELIER (IRE) (160) 10221P- D
B g Doyen (IRE) - Fairyconomy (IRE)
6 11-8
Sean Quinlan Fitzgerald, Raybould & Radymski
Br Michael G. Daly
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Pra World Ltd, Evolve Business Finance Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning handicap debut over hurdles at Hexham in November Doubled his tally back in this sphere with a tongue strap added at Southwell in March but pulled up there next time Has been off 5 months. TFRHHHII BHA108
5 OCEANLINE (IRE) (23) 0/6P6P-1 CD
B g Adaay (IRE) - Ocean Bluff (IRE)
Mrs R White, M Lambert & B Wright
6 11-8
Jack Tudor
David Pipe, Wellington
Br M. Phelan W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW Flat/hurdles winner for this yard who returned to form to capitalise on a career-low mark at this course (23f) last month. Remains well treated, so worthy of consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA108
6 SCORSESE (IRE) (145) 1/40000-
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Nova Destiny
Mr Paul McKeon
6 11-7
Richie McLernon
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Sean Osborne Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner showed more than previously over hurdles when eighth of 23 in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, good to soft) on Boxing Day. Yet to fire for this yard, though, and he’s up against it again TFRHHIII BHA107
7 GRIS MAJEUR (FR) (549) 100P62/- 7 11-7
Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Partie Majeure (FR) Ben Jones
Mr Brian Davies
Br G.F.A. Du Pont Rouge
Sheila Lewis, Brecon
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who returned to form when runner-up at Warwick on latest outing Hasn’t been seen for 18 months subsequently, though, so hard to know how much ability he retains. TFRHHHII BHA107
B g Hillstar - Luanna (IRE)
One Too Many Syndicate
Br Garryrichard Stud
Bryan Carver
Dean Summersby, Kellacott
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form at best for Gordon Elliott but ended time with that yard on a low note and has a bit to prove after 119 days off. TFRHHIII BHA107
9 COULD BE TROUBLE (IRE)
(89) 3410-65 D 9 11-7
B m Yeats (IRE) - She’s No Trouble (IRE)
Always Trying Syndicate
Br Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary
Charlie Maggs (7)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track in the spring, last seen running creditably when fifth at Market Rasen almost 3 months ago. Mark is fair, so could be on the premises TFRHHHII BHA107
10 PRESENTING NELLY (GB) (47)
B m Kayf Tara - Forever Present (IRE)
Mr Dan Skelton
6P510-6 CD
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Netherfield House Stud The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Third hurdle win of last season when landing a 20.5f handicap at the Ayr Scottish National meeting in April. Back on track and shaped as if she’d strip fitter for the run when sixth at Uttoxeter last time Big player TFRHHHHH BHA107
11
LONG DRAW
(IRE)
(119)
F2/344-1
Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Honey Away (IRE)
D
5 11-6
Sean Bowen
Mr Alan Peterson Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Ronnie O’Neill Motaclan
TIMEFORMVIEW£60,000 Irish point recruit who has upped his game since switched to handicaps and was well on top at the finish when scoring at Ffos Las almost 4 months ago. More to come and should be involved TFRHHHHI BHA106
12 TED’S FRIEND (IRE) (73) 413/50-P C
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock
8 11-5
Max Kendrick
Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy Bresbet
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful hurdler at best but hasn’t performed back from a long absence this term Others make more appeal TFRHIIII BHA105
13 CALAGOGO (IRE) (23) F0/-P04P D
B g Doyen (IRE) - Bluebell Line (IRE)
Stephen Allen
Br Lady Vivienne Lillingston
8 11-5
James Martin (5)
Stephen Allen, Chipping Norton
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to hit top form for his current yard, pulled up in handicap hurdle here (23f, good) 23 days ago. Hard to fancy. TFRHIIII BHA105
14 KOSASIEMPRE
(FR) (96) 40PP-11
B m Masked Marvel - Cosavita (FR)
Fakenham Race Club
Br Ecurie Biraben, D. Biraben & A. Biraben
6 11-2
Ciaran Gethings
Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Fakenham Racecourse Ltd, Science Supplements
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, career best when winning 9-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good) 96 days ago, finding extra. Has turned over a new leaf this season and on the up now, so worthy of respect. TFRHHHII BHA102
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 10, 12, 13. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 12, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Long Draw (IRE), 11-2 Oceanline (IRE), 8-1 Presenting Nelly (GB), 9-1 Kosasiempre (FR), 11-1 Zestful Hope (FR), 12-1 Gris Majeur (FR), 16-1 Hostile Hotelier (IRE), Could Be Trouble (IRE), 22-1 Walk of No Shame (IRE), 25-1 Lough Owel (IRE), 33-1 Manor Park (GB), Scorsese (IRE), Ted’s Friend (IRE), 50-1 Calagogo (IRE)
HORSE WELFARE
It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected whilst a diagnosis of the injury is made by one of the three veterinary surgeons deployed around the course. The screens are designed to afford privacy during this diagnosis.
Please do not always assume the worse, and at all times the horse’s welfare is our paramount concern.
FOURTH RACE 5.40
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE JENNINGSBET MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
(ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3213, 2nd £1607, 3rd £803, 4th £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) 8 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Mulholland (29 wins from 193 runners, 15%) runs LAHINCH WAVE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs LAHINCH WAVE LONGEST TRAVELLER: CONNIEGETAWAY trained by J Coulson, Heaton, 241 miles.
There should be plenty more to come from bumper winner MISS GOLDFIRE over hurdles and on pedigree, this step up in trip really ought to suit, She’s just about the percentage call, though Dameofthecotswolds is dangerous in receipt of weight all round for her in-form yard, with Rockola Vogue also of interest now tackling obstacles
B m Doyen (IRE) - Shameena (IRE)
Jack Tudor ValueRacingClub.co.uk David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mr George Agnew W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point and fourth on Rules debut in a course bumper in July
Brushed aside at Uttoxeter since and goes up in trip now hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 CONFIDENTIAL GOSIP (IRE) (37) 4-0355
Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rathvawn Belle (IRE)
The City Rollers
5 11-2
Kevin Brogan
Laura Horsfall, Towcester
Br Mrs D. Cashman Abacus Securities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort in 5 starts for Mrs J. Harrington when third of 14 at Bellewstown in July
Below form at Cork final start but this step back up in trip will suit on stable debut TFRHHHII BHA103
3 CONNIEGETAWAY (IRE) (88) 5FP-02P
Ch m Shantou (USA) - What Lies Ahead (IRE)
5 11-2
Tabitha Worsley (3)
All Or Nothing Racing Club Jake Coulson, Heaton
Br David Hyland & Harry Shearman Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form shown in 3 bumpers and jumping really holding her back over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA68
4
LAHINCH
WAVE (IRE) (689) 3/-
B m Affinisea (IRE) - Ballymartintheatre (IRE)
6 11-2
Richie McLernon
Lynne & Angus Maclennan Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Pat Canavan
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-sister to useful Panda Boy (2 1/2m-3m winner), stays 29f: dam unraced, closely related to fairly useful Friend’s Amigo and half-sister to useful (best at 3m+) Garruth Third only start in Irish points and that was back in 2022. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 MISS GOLDFIRE (IRE) (21) 1/0-02 BF
B m Yeats (IRE) - Miss McGoldrick (IRE)
Harry Fry Racing Syndicate Miss Goldfire
5 11-2
Lorcan Murtagh
Harry Fry, Corscombe
Br Mr John Connolly Grosvenor Sport TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning bumper debut in March 2023. Restricted to just 3 runs since, showing the benefit of her opening hurdles effort when runner-up over 2m here 3 weeks ago. Bred to stay well so looks a major player TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 MOON LADY (GB) (23) 2-142P5
6 11-2
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Lady Beaufort Ben Godfrey Tigers Racing Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
Br James & Jean Potter
The Firehouse Somerset TIMEFORM VIEW Found only one too good fitted with a tongue tie at Bangor in June but hasn’t come close to replicating that form both outings since TFRHHHII BHA94
7 PROPHET SQUEEZE (IRE) (116) F-55
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Prophets Honor (FR)
6 11-2
Lorcan Williams
Mr A. Evans Alison Thorpe, Caerfyrddin
Br Mr N. Mustoe 3AS Leisure
TIMEFORMVIEW£2,000 6-y-o, Walk In The Park mare. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Irish Prophecy and bumper winner Prophets Prayer Fifth both completed starts in Irish points Hooded. TFRHHIII BHA-
8
ROCKOLA VOGUE (IRE) (23) 331 C
B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Catwalk Babe (IRE)
5 11-2
Kielan Woods
Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
Br Tom Radley
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed again when winning 11-runner bumper at this course (16f, good) 23 days ago. Makes hurdles debut up in trip and has to be taken seriously. TFRHHHHI BHA-
9
SUMMERLEAZE
(IRE) (78) 56052-4
7 11-2
Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Wilton Milan (IRE) Nick Scholfield
Ralph Barton and Partners
Mrs Ilka Gansera-Leveque, Newmarket
Br Michael Leacy RKBR Industrial Roofing
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden pointer and has looked limited under Rules, for all she’s hit the frame twice in handicaps from her basement mark. Has left Tim Dennis. TFRHHHII BHA81
10 THE DREAM GOES ON (GB) (21) 000-4
B m Kayf Tara - Adreamstillalive (IRE)
5 11-2
Charlie Hammond
Upton House Stud Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Dr RDP Newland & Mr G Farmiloe Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Out of a winning hurdler and hinted at ability in bumpers last term Sound-enough start to hurdles career when fourth in a 2m novice here 3 weeks ago and she’s now up in trip TFRHHHII BHA-
11 TRICKALIGHT (IRE)
(12) 654-200
B m Leading Light (IRE) - Horner Mill (IRE)
Knowle Racing Stables Limited
8 11-2
Chris Ward (3)
Deborah Cole, Solihull
Br Miriam & John Murphy Lewisham Developments Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner but yet to add to that over hurdles despite her basement mark. Right up against it back in maiden company fitted with blinkers TFRHHIII BHA70
Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWStepped up on previous form over timber when second in juvenile handicap at Cheltenham in April, suited by strong pace Shaped better than the bare result from 4lb out of the weights at Kelso before fluffing her lines at Uttoxeter in May. TFRHHHHI BHA105
2023: PRESENTING NELLY 6 11 2 Harry Skelton 2-1 (Dan Skelton) 8 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 6, 11. Stewards Note: DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS: Following its run on 26/5/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Miss Goldfire (IRE), 7-2 Dameofthecotswolds (GB), 5-1 Rockola Vogue (IRE), 8-1 Confidential Gosip (IRE), 12-1 The Dream Goes On (GB), 18-1 Moon Lady (GB), 22-1 Lahinch Wave (IRE), 25-1 Back In The Bay (IRE), 28-1 Summerleaze (IRE), 33-1 Prophet Squeeze (IRE), 50-1 Trickalight (IRE), 66-1 Conniegetaway (IRE)
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NOTICES
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FIFTH RACE 6.10
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE LES BALLARD A LIFETIME OF LAUGHTER MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
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 (43 wins from 214 runners, 20%) runs CHANCYCOURT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs MAHLER MOON LONGEST TRAVELLER: KING ROLY trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
It’s feasible to think ANYTRIXWILLDO remains with a bigger effort in his locker judged on his initial promise and, having possibly found deep ground against him in a light 2023/24 campaign, he could be worth chancing to hit the ground running over the longest trip he’s faced. Bumper scorer King Roly, Chancycourt and Mahler Moon head up the dangers, with The Flying Poet another to keep an eye on upped further in distance.
1 ALMUHIT (IRE) (3) 660/00-5
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ezima (IRE)
5 11-7
Isabelle Ryder (10)
Mr Justin Carthy Gary Brown, Swindon
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden hurdler at his best but he proved to be a disappointment on debut for new yard when fifth of 9 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (19.1f) on Sunday Needs to leave that behind turned out quickly. TFRHHHII BHA117
2 ANYTRIXWILLDO (IRE) (157) 5/623-
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Blossom Trix (IRE)
6 11-7
Jonjo O’Neill Jr Trixothetrade Partnership Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed plenty when midfield in Chepstow novice (2m) during early 2023 Didn’t progress as expected in trio of starts last season but possible testing ground didn’t suit him then and feasible to think he could get back on the up TFRHHHHH BHA107
3 CHANCYCOURT (IRE)
(92) 2/6/04-F2 BF
B g Court Cave (IRE) - She Saval (IRE)
8 11-7
Connor Brace
O’Brien & Porter Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br P J. Murphy Bresbet
TIMEFORMVIEWVery lightly raced for an 8-y-o and he ran creditably when second in novice hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good) in June Not out of the question he could yet have more to offer now his stamina is tested further. TFRHHHHI BHA105
4 KING
ROLY
(GB) (25) 5-41
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Roll On Ruby (IRE)
5 11-7
James Bowen KIT and ROLY partnership
Br John Bryan
Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved with each start in bumpers, off the mark in a weak contest at Perth (16.2f) 25 days ago. No surprise to see him hiked up in trip for hurdles debut (dam 3m winner over hurdles) and he’s not discounted TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 MAHLER MOON (IRE) (14) 0B32P-3
B g Mahler - Celestial Spirit (IRE)
6 11-7
Harry Skelton
Mr & Mrs Gordon Pink Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Miss Lillian Barry The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEWIn top hands and, back from 4 months off, he returned to form when third of 11 in handicap hurdle (7/1) at this C&D (good) 14 days ago, having run of race Has had a number of chances already but he’s entitled to be thereabouts again. TFRHHHHI BHA105
6 MOONSET (FR) (298) 43/2-
6 11-7
B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Cerize (IRE) Danny Mullins
Mr P. J. Proudley Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Mr Rafael Gourmaux
TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame in both points and off to a promising start under Rules when second of 8 in bumper at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) last November Warrants respect upped in trip on hurdles debut TFRHHHII BHA-
7 NOBLE CAVE (IRE) (21) P-04
5 11-7
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Miss Parkington (IRE) Richie McLernon
The JM Syndicate Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Christopher Maye Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWFirst sign of ability over hurdles when a well-held fourth in course novice (20f) 3 weeks ago but a lot more will be needed to get competitive here. Yard hold stronger claims with Anytrixwilldo TFRHHIII BHA82
8 O’GRADY’S BOY (IRE) (405) P4/0505- 13 11-7
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Jemima Jay (IRE)
Mr J. M. Tomlinson
Br Gerard Leahy
Kai Lenihan (7)
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who has offered little over hurdles/fences in recent seasons and percentage call is to look elsewhere returning from 13 months off. TFRHIIII BHA69
9 PENNANT LEGACY
(GB) (21) 000 5 11-7
B g Telescope (IRE) - Pennant Princess
Mr P. J. Woolley
Nick Scholfield
Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
Br P. J. Woolley Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in a bumper/pair of novice hurdles and is set for another struggle TFRHIIII BHA-
10
THE FLYING POET
(IRE) (80) 42 BF 5 11-7
B g Milan - Bawnmore Lass (IRE)
Touchwood Racing
Sean Bowen
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mr E. Mulryan Motaclan
TIMEFORMVIEW€90,000 3-y-o. Built on his hurdles debut effort when rallying for second in Hexham maiden (20f) back in June Further increase in trip now promises to suit on that evidence and he’s open to further improvement TFRHHHII BHA-
11 MICRONORMOUS
(IRE) (482) 3/1356/3- 6 11-0
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Foxy Lauren (IRE)
Micro Managers
Jack Tudor
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mr Thomas Hore W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who showed much more like her hurdling debut form starting off in handicaps in first-time cheekpieces when third at Fontwell (21.8f) in May 2023 Not seen since, however. TFRHHHII BHA104
12 SHAVING (FR)
(21) 000-P6
B m Spanish Moon (USA) - Idaho Falls (FR)
FB Racing Club
6 11-0
Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Mr Eric Leffray Betvictor
TIMEFORMVIEWModest in handful of starts for Willie Mullins and fared no better for a wind op/3-month break starting out for new yard when sixth in novice hurdle at this course (2m, good) 21 days ago. Steps up significantly in trip now TFRHHIII BHA-
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Hood worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8.
Stewards Note:
NOBLE CAVE: Following its run on 21/8/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
MICRONORMOUS: Following its run on 18/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 5 minutes after that announcement.
£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights lowered 2lb. 31 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Mulholland (29 wins from 193 runners, 15%) runs CA PLANE POUR MOI, HAMARTIA & THE BOLD THADY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs SANTA CLARITA LONGEST TRAVELLER: INDIAN SUNBIRD trained by S Ender, Malton, 176 miles.
SANTA CLARITA might have been a fortunate winner here last time but it was still a firm step in the right direction for her new stable and, with more to offer, she’s worth a chance to defy a penalty. Indian Sunbird should be on the premises along with Mactavish.
SUNBIRD (IRE) 3.MACTAVISH
1 HAMARTIA (IRE) (21) 34-2254
B m Ocovango - Stein Castle (IRE)
Mr Paul McKeon
7 11-12
Danny Mullins
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br R. McCarthy Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice in maiden hurdles in Ireland for Colm Murphy and has acquitted herself well for her current yard, running well back over hurdles when fourth over C&D 3 weeks ago. Not dismissed TFRHHHII BHA100
2 MACTAVISH (GB) (21) 2-241P3 C
7 11-12
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - On Holiday Stan Sheppard
Mr Barry Hawkins Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br M. W. Easterby
Matt Sheppard Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWRecorded back-to-back wins at Hereford (both at 21.7f) last year and back on the scoresheet with cheekpieces refitted when making all here (good) in June Solid showing when third over C&D last time and is likely to feature again. TFRHHHHI BHA100
3 SCHEMATIC (GB) (217) 045-
6 11-11
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Wishing Wind Gavin Sheehan
HM The King & HM The Queen
Br Queen Elizabeth II
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned lame on Chepstow debut in October and showed he has ability when 11 lengths fourth of 13 in 2m Taunton maiden 10 weeks later. Inadequate test at Ludlow next time but now upped markedly in trip for handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA99
4 CA PLANE POUR MOI (IRE) (127) 030PP-0
B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Mount of Olives (IRE)
Mr Paul McKeon
6 11-10
Richie McLernon
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Gay Wallace Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Had been shaping up quite well for Colm Murphy, but yet to offer much encouragement for current yard TFRHIIII BHA98
5 THE BOLD THADY
(IRE) (48) 25-1P36
B g Milan - Princesse Rooney (FR)
The Boot Inn Partnership
7 11-10
Dylan Johnston (5)
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Michael O’Neill 2 D Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Tricky customer but finally off the mark in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Fontwell (25.8f, good) in May. Hasn’t fired since TFRHHIII BHA98
6 CATUABA (IRE) (21) 3P-P210 BF
Ch g Jet Away - Catawollow
A.C. Bound & Mrs C. J. Djivanovic
6 11-10
Elizabeth Gale (7)
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Richard McGrath Merriebelle Stable Llc
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed return to form when winning 8-runner handicap hurdle at Stratford in July but struggled with a rise when only seventh over C&&D last time Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA98
7 NO WAY PEDRO (IRE) (14) 441305 CD 10 11-7
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - See Lucy (IRE)
Miss Daisy Hitchins
Br Pat Duggan
Mr Robbie David (7)
Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Latest win in hurdle here in July 17/2, respectable fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good) 14 days ago. Likely to give another good account for all that others look better treated. TFRHHHII BHA95
TIMEFORMVIEWBoasts just the one win from 26 NH runs and, having left Eugene M. O’Sullivan, didn’t offer much on debut for this stable at Huntingdon 107 days ago. Something to prove TFRHHIII BHA95
9
INDIAN SUNBIRD (IRE) (10) 5-P512U CD 7 11-5
B g Hillstar - Mausin (IRE)
Harry Bannister
Mr N. Ender Sara Ender, Malton
Br Corrin Stud & Kevin Lynch Yorkshire Equine Salt Therapy
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in hurdle here in July, then ran well again when runner-up over C&D. Unseated here 10 days ago but should be involved this time TFRHHHHI BHA93
10
SANTA
CLARITA
(FR) (10) 3202-P1 C
Gr m Walzertakt (GER) - New Delice (FR)
6 11-5 (in 7lb ex)
Harry Skelton
Union Stripes Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br M. Eric Aubree & M. Claude Aubree The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t need to be at best when winning handicap hurdle (5/2) at this course (20f, good) 10 days ago, left in front last and staying on well Has more to offer for this yard and looks the one to beat under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA86 (+6)
11
PRESENTING YEATS
B g Yeats (IRE) - Va’vite (IRE)
(IRE) (21) 346-606 D
8 11-4
Bradley Harris (3)
Mrs Diane Dewbery Richard Hawker, Frome
Br Mrs D. Dewbery & Mrs B. Woodcock
TIMEFORM VIEW Is yet to make an impact for this stable and is up against it once more.
TFRHHIII
12
BEST MATE DAVE
(GB) (10) 125-4P3 C 7 11-3
B g Passing Glance - Dillay Brook (IRE) Kielan Woods
Dave’s Best Mates
D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br M. B. Bent Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last summer who got back on track (having returned from chasing) when third to Santa Clarita here 10 days ago. Unlikely to turn the tables with that rival, though TFRHHHII BHA91 (-1)
13 BRIDGE ROAD (IRE) (55) 40F/-050
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Lucy’s Legend (IRE)
8 11-3
Sean Quinlan
Alan Baxter & Brian Hall Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Mrs Deirdre McGrath Pra World Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to hit top form this season but penultimate outing was respectable, and he continues to tumble in the weights, so not one to write off completely TFRHHHII BHA91
14
BORDERLINE
(IRE) (20) 50-6B36
B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Seana Ghael (IRE)
6 11-2
Lorcan Williams
Mr R. M. E. Wright Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
Br Malachy Travers Brendon Powerwashers
TIMEFORMVIEW Still a maiden but he got back on track when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Stratford on penultimate outing Latest effort best excused and he’s not one to rule out TFRHHHII BHA90
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Blinkers worn by No. 6, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 8, 13.
Stewards Note:
SCHEMATIC: Following its run on 7/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Santa Clarita (FR), 7-1 Mactavish (GB), 10-1 Schematic (GB), 12-1 Hamartia (IRE), Catuaba (IRE), Indian Sunbird (IRE), 14-1 Best Mate Dave (GB), Borderline (IRE), 16-1 No Way Pedro (IRE), Bridge Road (IRE), 22-1 Presenting Yeats (IRE), 25-1 The Bold Thady (IRE), 28-1 Kingston Kid (IRE), 33-1 Ca Plane Pour Moi (IRE)
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CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’
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) 10 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Twiston-Davies (17 wins from 89 runners, 19%) runs ELECTRIC EDDY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs CUSANO LONGEST TRAVELLERS: VISION OF HOPE trained by S Pearce & KING OTIS trained by J Owen, both Newmarket, 132 miles.
SCINTILLANTE produced an effort more in keeping with his Flat form when runner-up in a C&D maiden 10 days ago and looks up to going one better on this switch to handicaps if he can reproduce it Hedera Park had the race at her mercy when falling at the last here on her most recent outing and is sure to pose a big threat if none the worse, with Caldwell also of interest having taken advantage of a reduced mark in emphatic fashion over C&D in July
1 KING OTIS (IRE) (20) 1320F0 D
B g Ocovango - Fame Forever (IRE)
James Owen Racing Club
Br E. Ryan
8 12-0
Ciaran O’Shea (7)
James Owen, Newmarket
James Owen Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Fakenham in June and good efforts next 2 outings, including when perhaps making his effort a shade earlier than ideal in a well-run race at Cartmel However, seems to have gone off the boil since TFRHHHII BHA100
2 CALDWELL (GB) (12) P5P-531 CD
7 11-13
B g Dansili - Milford Sound Lewis Stones
Mr S. Radymski
Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Evolve Business Finance Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice on AW Flat last winter and confirmed the promise of last run when resuming winning ways in emphatic fashion over C&D in July Solid efforts back on the Flat subsequently and ought to give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA99
3 IKIGAI STAR (IRE) (75) 4-615 D
Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Mi Raccomando
The Ikigai Partnership
Br Effevi SRL
4 11-11
Elizabeth Gale (8)
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
The Injured Jockeys Fund
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) and quickly dispelled a lesser effort over hurdles when landing Huntingdon maiden (15.8f) in May. However, handed a stiff opening mark and well beaten at Bangor since TFRHHHII BHA99
TIMEFORMVIEW Produced an effort more in keeping with his Flat form when second of 11 in a C&D maiden (good) 10 days ago. Into handicaps now and big chance if reproducing that TFRHHHHH BHA98 (+2)
5 ELECTRIC EDDY (GB) (59) 04-0320 BF
B g Mount Nelson - Airlie Beach (IRE)
Mrs. Rowland Crellin
Br Mr Rowland Crellin
6 11-8
James Turner (6)
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden hurdler with some good efforts to his name but was below par back in maiden company at Stratford (16.3f, good) 59 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA94
6 CUSANO (GB) (71) 4244 BF
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Negra Del Oro (GER)
4 11-7
Tristan Durrell (3)
Mr Frank Murphy Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Nils Petter Gill The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat but just modest form in 4 runs over hurdles, below par back in a maiden at Stratford in July. Improvement required. TFRHHHII BHA95
7 KINTARO (GB) (52) 0320
B g Iffraaj - Soryah (IRE)
David Pipe Racing Club
4 11-5
Gearoid Harney (6)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mrs James Wigan W & S Recycling
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran below previous form contesting his first handicap over jumps when only ninth of 12 at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good to soft) 52 days ago. Change of headgear
HHIII BHA93
8
BRAVETHEWAVES (GB) (508) 603/430/-
B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Miss Lucky Penny
7 11-3
Toby Wynne (3)
The Brave Bunch Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Mr S. G. Adams Swansway
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran his best race returning from 7 months off when third of 8 at Uttoxeter in April 2023 Found to be lame when modest at Bangor later that month and not seen since TFRHHHII BHA89
9 TIP TOP TONTO (IRE) (91) 2541-4P
B g Milan - Sarahs Quay (IRE)
Aled Evans & Tommy Williams
Br Mr Colm McHenry
8 11-3
Ellis Collier (3)
John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
TIMEFORMVIEW Bounced back to his best to register a first success at Fakenham in April but ran no sort of race on first outing for this yard at Fontwell in June Cheekpieces back on TFRHHIII BHA89
10 HEDERA PARK (IRE) (10) 4-0006F C
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Ivy Queen (IRE)
Mr Daf Jones
Br Grange Stud
6 11-1
Joe Anderson
Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner who looked all set to cash in on a reduced mark only to crash out at the last in handicap at this course (20f, good) 10 days ago, travelling strongly Obvious player if none the worse. TFRHHHHI BHA87 (+5)
11 KIRKUILA (IRE) (21) 5P-00
B f Churchill (IRE) - Alphabetique
Breen Equestrian Ltd
Br Ringfort Stud
4 11-0
Isabelle Ryder (10)
Gary Brown, Swindon
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden on the Flat. Ran to a similar level when fifth on hurdling debut at Cork in October but well beaten all 3 starts since so has lots to prove on handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA88
12 VISION OF HOPE (GB) (35) 004-602 D
B m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Utopian Dream
Eric Jones & Partners
5 10-11
Ben Bromley
Simon Pearce, Newmarket
Br Meon Valley Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Almost capitalised on a slipping mark over C&D in July. Poor effort back on the Flat since but can’t be discounted back over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA83
13 BLUEBELLA (GB) (20) F35-P60 CD
6 10-8
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Henri Bella Cameron Iles (6)
Mrs T. P. James Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Mr D. A. Rees-Jones Plumbing World
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who failed to build on the promise of her Stratford effort when only eleventh of 15 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good) 20 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA80
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 9.
Stewards Note:
KING OTIS: Following its run on 22/8/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
ELECTRIC EDDY: Following its run on 14/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its last trip. BRAVETHEWAVES: Following its run on 22/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Caldwell (GB), 5-1 Scintillante (GB), 11-2 Hedera Park (IRE), 8-1 Electric Eddy (GB), 10-1 Cusano (GB), 12-1 Vision of Hope (GB), 18-1 King Otis (IRE), 20-1 Ikigai Star (IRE), 22-1 Bravethewaves (GB), 25-1 Tip Top Tonto (IRE), 28-1 Kintaro (GB), Bluebella (GB), 40-1 Kirkuila (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 4.03 - THE PLAY COACH AND REFEREE FOOTBALL @worcsfa HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 5th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 9th. Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. WorcsFA will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £30. - Closed September 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155.(Penalty Value £3247.81) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 4.35 - THE PAUL FERGUSON’S JUMPERS TO FOLLOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 9th. Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Weatherbys will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £44. - Closed September 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 5.10 - THE FBC MANBY BOWDLER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 5th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 9th. Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. FBC Manby Bowdler will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a prize will be awarded to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £38. - Closed September 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights lowered 4lb. 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 5.40 - THE JENNINGSBET MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, September 5th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb. Jenningsbet will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race, will be eligible to enter The ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Final (A Novices’ Handicap Hurdle) to be run over a distance of 2m 4f at Worcester on 27th September, 2024. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in the Final if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Weights and Handicapping Code. 17 entries at £38. - Closed September 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42) 8 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.10 - THE LES BALLARD A LIFETIME OF LAUGHTER MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4193 to the winning horse The second to receive £1931, the third £965 and the fourth £483. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 5th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Les Ballard will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a prize will be awarded to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 15 entries at £38. - Closed September 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3213; Second £1607; Third £803; Fourth £402. (Penalty Value £4193.42)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 6.40 - THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED @planetsportbet HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 5th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 9th. Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. @planetsportbet will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a prize will be awarded to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 19 entries at £30. - Closed September 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights lowered 2lb 31 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 7.10 - THE eventmasters.co.uk
CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 5th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 9th. Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to September 8th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. eventmasters.co.uk will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 19 entries at £30. - Closed September 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) 10 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
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