Welcome to the second day of the November Racing Weekend.
We have a superb day of Jumps racing ahead of us, headlined by the Coral Hurdle and Chanelle Pharma 1965 Chase. Both Grade 2 contests, they have been won by a host of stars in seasons gone by and have attracted some hugely exciting horses again today.
Constitution Hill, the runaway winner of the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle in March, gets his season underway in the Coral Hurdle as he sets out on the path to the Champion Hurdle. In doing so he attempts to join an illustrious roll of honour that includes Grade 1 stars Yanworth, Faugheen, Annie Power, Overturn and Hardy Eustace in recent years
L’Homme Presse, the leading British novice chaser last season after victory at the Cheltenham Festival, also begins his season in the Chanelle Pharma 1965 Chase while the Arkle winner, Edwardstone, runs in the hugely valuable Jim Barry Wines Hurst Park Handicap Chase. Grateful thanks go to all of our sponsors for their support including RaceShare.com, Mariner Systems (UK), Chanelle Pharma, Coral and Jim Barry Wines
Off the track, we are hosting the Ebony Horse Club, an inner city riding club near Brixton, on their annual visit to Ascot. Students will be able to see behind the scenes at the racecourse and learn more about the sport during the day. In celebration of the charity’s work, we have named our second race after them. We were thrilled to see Ebonello’s timely win on her hurdling debut at Wincanton on Thursday. She runs for the Friends Of Ebony Horse Club syndicate and could be an exciting horse to follow for all involved. This weekend also forms part of the ‘In The Paddock Shared Ownership Days’ initiative being run by Great British Racing alongside the Racehorse Ownership Association and Racehorse Syndicates Association.
Around 20 syndicates and racing clubs will be based on the Grandstand Concourse where you can find out more about what they have to offer while presenter Frankie Foster will host a series of talks with syndicate managers and trainers A parade of horses that have shares available for sale will take place before racing so head to the Parade Ring from 11.30am to see that.
Our next meeting is the Christmas Racing Weekend in December featuring the Grade 1 Howden Long Walk Hurdle. We hope to see you there.
Yours sincerely,
Sir
Francis Brooke Bt. His Majesty’s Representative & Chairman
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1st Race 12.20pm
Your guide to all of today’s races
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4th Race 2.05pm
The RaceShare.com Racehorse Shares
From £39 Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)
Our first race of the day is a novice hurdle. Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences, allowing them to compete against each other before graduating up the ranks
Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race under the respective code prior to the official start of the season, which is towards the end of April. This particular contest is a novices’ hurdle for horses aged four and upwards, run over two miles and about five and a half furlongs See how some of the runners carry a penalty for their recent success
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2nd Race 12.55pm
The Ebony Horse Club Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Our second race is a limited handicap steeple chase for novice four-year-olds and there is no rating restrictions In a handicap, the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating, which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher-rated horses to carry more weight than a lower-rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale, whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.
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This race is restricted to fillies and mares aged four and above, which have been rated from 0 to 130. Today’s race is run over two miles and about seven and a half furlongs To qualify for a handicap rating, horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the Handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms, a horse rated 130 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 125
The Chanelle Pharma 1965 Chase (Class 1) (Grade 2) (GBB Race)
Our feature race of the day is a Grade 2 contest for horses running over the intermediate trip This race is a high-class contest and only bettered by a Grade 1, so expect to see some top notch horses lining up. Initially, the weights in this two-mile-five-furlong steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards are allocated on the basis of age and sex, before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to taking part here. These range from 4lb for a Listed or Grade 3 victory to 6lb for a Grade 1 or Grade 2 success
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5th Race 2.40pm
The Coral Hurdle (Class 1) (Registered as The Ascot Hurdle) (Grade 2) (GBB Race)
Like the previous contest, this is another Grade 2 event, although this is a hurdle race to be run over two miles and about three and a half furlongs The penalty structure remains the same, but there would be no allowances for any four-year-olds taking part, hence why there might not be any declared today.
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Our penultimate race is a handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards, run over two miles and half a furlong. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from within a specific ratings band, but like our second race, this has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher-rated horses must still concede weight to their lower-rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.
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7th Race 3.50pm
The In The Paddock Ownership Day Series Open National Hunt Flat Race (GBB Race)
The finale this afternoon is a National Hunt flat race run over two miles The race has been designed to give horses an introduction under rules before they tackle hurdles and fences later down the line. This race is for four,five and six year olds and fillies and mares’ receive their usual 7lb allowance. As Odin’s Quest is the only previous bumper winner in the field, he will recieve a 4lb pentaly.
King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand.
Few sporting venues can match the rich heritage and history of Ascot Racecourse. Over the past 300 years, Ascot has established itself as a national institution; with Royal Ascot becoming the centrepiece of the British social calendar and the ultimate stage for the best racehorses in the world.
It was Queen Anne in 1711 who first saw the potential for a racecourse at Ascot (in those days called East Cote). Whilst out riding near Windsor Castle she came upon an area of open heath that looked, in her words, “ideal for horses to gallop at full stretch”.
The first race meeting ever held at Ascot took place later that year, on Saturday 11th August. The inaugural event was Her Majesty’s Plate, worth 100 guineas and open to any horse, mare or gelding over six years of age. Each horse was required to carry a weight of 12 stone and the seven runners were all English hunters, rather different to the speedy thoroughbreds that race on the Flat today.
The nature of the contest also bore little resemblance to modern day racing at Ascot. That race consisted of three separate heats, each four miles long about the length of today’s Grand National course. The winning horse would have required tremendous stamina, but sadly there is no record of who claimed that first plate.
Queen Anne’s gift to racing, founding the Royal Racecourse, is marked by the tradition of opening Royal Ascot with the Queen Anne Stakes.
The racecourse was laid out by William Lowen, assisted by a team including a carpenter, a painter, and a racing administrator. The first permanent building was erected around 1794 by a local Windsor builder. Holding 1,650 people, it was used for almost fifty years.
In 1813, Parliament passed an Act of
Enclosure, which ensured that Ascot Heath would be kept and used as a racecourse for the public in the future. Racing at Ascot was now secure.
The precise origins of the Royal Meeting are unclear, as the event evolved from the first four-day meeting that took place in 1768
The meeting as it’s known today only really started to take shape with the introduction of the Gold Cup in 1807. Royal Ascot was the only race meeting held at Ascot until 1939. The Gold Cup remains the feature race of the third day of Royal Ascot, traditionally the busiest day of the week, when high fashion and exquisite millinery take centre stage alongside Flat racing’s most elite stayers In 2009, Yeats, ridden by Johnny Murtagh and trained by Aidan O’Brien, won his fourth consecutive Gold Cup a magnificent achievement, and one that Stradivarius just failed to emulate in 2021 and 2022 having won the race three times between 2018 and 2020.
Although founded by a Queen and located on Crown property, the administration of Ascot is handled on behalf of the Crown by a representative appointed by the Monarch. Up until 1901, the racecourse was managed on the Sovereign’s behalf by the Master of the Royal Buckhounds. In 1901, Lord Churchill was appointed as His Majesty’s Representative, responsible for running the course and determining entrance to the Royal Enclosure.
The Ascot Authority was established in 1913 by an Act of Parliament, with His Majesty’s Representative becoming Senior Trustee. Today, as Ascot Authority (Holdings) Limited, Ascot has a formal board chaired by Sir Francis Brooke Bt., who also serves as His Majesty’s Representative at Ascot. His Majesty The King is the thirteenth monarch that Ascot has operated under having succeeded Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022. As an owner and breeder of racehorses, Her Late Majesty took a keen interest in the races and had great success with her own horses over the years, including most famously winning the Gold Cup with Estimate in 2013.
The jockeys riding the Sovereign’s horses can be identified by the royal racing colours: purple body with gold braid, scarlet sleeves, and black velvet cap with gold fringe the same as those of King Edward VII and George IV as Prince Regent.
During Royal Ascot, the Monarch traditionally presents the Gold Cup and the Platinum Jubilee Stakes New versions of these trophies are made each year and presented to the winners to keep.
Ascot Racecourse closed for a £200 million redevelopment in 2004, and was reopened by Queen Elizabeth II on 20th June 2006.
There have been several landmark occasions since Ascot Racecourse reopened in 2006 and none more memorable than two special Gold Cup days when Yeats completed his four-timer of Gold Cup wins in 2009 and when Queen Elizabeth II won the stayers’ championship with Estimate in 2013.
In 2011, Ascot celebrated its tercentenary and staged the inaugural QIPCO British Champions Day, now the culmination of the European elite Flat racing season.
The great Frankel won the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Champions Day in 2011, and the curtain came down on the career of officially the best horse of all time when he won the Champion Stakes a year later. Sir Henry Cecil’s pride and joy won five of his remarkable unbeaten run of 14 races at Ascot.
2012 also saw Ascot at the heart of the country’s celebrations to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, with the
Golden Jubilee Stakes renamed the Diamond Jubilee Stakes and won by the great Australian mare, Black Caviar Renamed again in 2022 as the Platinum Jubilee Stakes, the race became one of two contests at Royal Ascot worth £1 million in prize money and victory went to Godolphin’s Naval Crown. Ascot has continued to cement its reputation as Europe’s premier destination for the best horses in the world. In recent years it is the Americans who have had most success, with Tepin’s win in the 2016 Queen Anne Stakes and Lady Aurelia’s King’s Stand Stakes victory the following year being notable highlights. The latter filly was trained by Wesley Ward, who has now saddled 12 winners at the Royal Meeting, including Campanelle who was successful twice in 2020 and 2021. In 2022, the world’s best sprinter, Nature Strip, travelled over from Australia and produced a brilliant performance to win the King’s Stand Stakes
It is not just international horses which Ascot is known for, of course. Jockeys also come from all over the world to ride here perhaps most notably at the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup, a unique fixture in the global racing calendar which each year sees many of world’s top jockeys compete for points to lift racing’s ultimate team prize, with four teams battling it out across a thrilling eight-race contest.
While the grandeur of the Royal Meeting takes centre stage each June, Ascot is also renowned for hosting Europe’s premier midsummer middle-distance contest the following month.
The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth QIPCO Stakes has been won by many of racing’s most distinguished champions including Nijinsky, Mill Reef, Dancing Brave, Nashwan, Galileo and more recently the remarkable mare Enable, who in July 2020 made history by becoming the first horse to win three renewals of this prestigious prize.
There are cloakroom facilities available at Ticket Office West. Any additional cloakrooms in operation will be marked on the map within this racecard.
These are located in the male and female toilets at the following locations:
Grandstand Entrance A all levels
Grandstand Entrance B all levels except 3 and 5
Grandstand Entrance C all levels except 6
Grandstand Entrance D all levels
There are also baby changing facilities next to the Boxholders’ Entrance.
There is a parent and baby room located next to the Boxholders’ Entrance.
Free wristbands are available from all entrances for children and vulnerable racegoers to aid with a lost child/person. If this situation does arise, racegoers are encouraged to contact the nearest steward who will assist them to the Main Reception in the Queen Anne Building.
Ascot operates a strict over 18+ policy for the purchase of alcohol. Racegoers over 18 can collect an 18+ wristband from any racecard kiosk with photographic proof of age.
Racegoers are permitted to take photographs for personal use but photography for publication or commercial purposes is only permitted by Ascot accredited photographers.
We accept cash, card and Apple Pay across the site, however, not all outlets will take all payment methods, each outlet will be signed as to what payment methods are accepted.
There are cashpoint machines located on the Grandstand Concourse, close to Grandstand Entrances B and C.
Smoking is only permitted in external areas.
Please note that car parks close at 9pm and are not open overnight.
Ascot Cars 01344 297297, Cedar Cars 01344 872777
Bars will close 30 minutes after the last race.
Owner: Mrs B Tully And R Lock
Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
Breeder: Mrs C C Scott
Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 7
Colours:PURPLE, YELLOW STAR, RED SLEEVES, YELLOW CAP. Form: 2U1-311 C D
Weight (stones/pounds) 22. Official
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 penalties and 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 non-handicapped races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change in rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, their latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
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If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight.
Please note that the following outlets are located on Level 4 and are exclusively available to King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers.
There are four delicious dishes available alongside plant-based variations. Choose from a crispy chicken burger with chipotle sauce, the Ascot Burger with bacon and smoked applewood cheese, classic battered haddock or lightly spiced butter chicken curry all available for £13.50
Serving teas and coffees presented by Lavazza, the official coffee of Ascot, alongside soup and a range of sandwiches and cakes
Named after Frankel, who won five times at Ascot and was unbeaten in his fourteen-race career, this bar serves a selection of Champagne, wine, spirits and beers alongside non-alcoholic options
Select from a delightful range of warming winter cocktails specially developed for the Jumps season. Try a creamy Bourbon Biscuit or a Hedgerow Mojito bursting with winter berries and topped with fiery ginger ale.
King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure.
Enjoy a selection of gourmet burgers at one of Ascot’s most popular eateries, find us on the concourse, a stone’s throw from the Parade Ring with great access to trackside.
Choose from a range of delicious pizza made in authentic wood fired ovens. Located on the Concourse close to Grandstand Entrance D.
Serving gourmet hot chocolate and coffee by Lavazza, the official coffee of Ascot, alongside tea, cake, soup and sandwiches, from its location on the Grandstand Concourse.
Serving a range of signature cocktails In addition to the classic Royal Ascot Blush there are winter flavours in abundance with Spice Apple & Gooseberry, Mulled Gin and Juice and Hot Chocolate Orange.
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RaceShare is a new micro-share syndicate offering racehorse ownership from just £39 per share. All our horses are with top-class trainers over Jumps Venetia Williams trains recently-imported French hurdle winner Jolly Nellerie. On the Flat, we have four recent purchases, three with classy form (Timeform 91 to 101) and an exciting yearling prospect in training with William Haggas Owners will receive unrivalled content about their horses via the live-streamed RaceShare TV, including a 40 minute off-course programme giving all the latest news whenever we have a runner More details at Raceshare.com
Ebony Horse Club (EHC) is a charity based in Brixton, south London that aims to raise aspirations, build life skills and provide new opportunities to youngsters from the local area. They do this by using a combination of horses, riding, horse care and youth work support. EHC targets its activities at those who need it the most and the vast majority of their families are classed as low income. These families would not have the means to access traditional riding schools, but EHC brings the horses into the community Whilst riding is the main activity, the key to EHC’s success is the youth work that underpins all its work. Youngsters have access to workshops, mentoring, trips away from inner city London and work experience placements. To find out more visit: www.ebonyhorseclub.org.uk
Since our incorporation back in 1997, Mariner Systems (UK) Ltd. has continued to be a world leader in the design, manufacture and supply of marine type approved computer systems to the commercial maritime market. We are extremely proud to have established a long track record of offering proven solutions for a demanding environment.
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Chanelle Pharma is a leading generic pharmaceutical manufacturer of both medical and veterinary products Serving customers in 96 countries worldwide, Chanelle Pharma is a partner of choice in the development and manufacturing of pharmaceutical products to the world’s leading human generic and animal health multinationals and distributors
We are celebrating our 25th Anniversary here at Ascot this afternoon and would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our customers, suppliers and staff (past and present) for their support over the years RACE
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We are passionate about understanding and addressing the challenges facing our medical and veterinary customers and bringing them innovative and effective products and solutions
We are thrilled to be sponsoring the Coral Hurdle for the 17th year running.
The Coral Hurdle roll of honour is littered with the names of some of the greats of the jumping game and it is a race we are passionate about supporting.
Coral is the most committed long-standing sponsor in British Racing and we are proud to be a partner of a racecourse as prestigious as Ascot.
Building on over 35 years of research and development, with over 5000 licenses registered worldwide, Chanelle Pharma is headquartered in Ireland and employs over 600 people across Ireland, UK, Jordan, and Portugal. RACE 5
Our aim is to become the number one betting operator for horse racing and associating Coral with races as compelling as the Coral Hurdle is a critical part of realising that ambition. RACE 6
With over 85 years of experience, Hallgarten & Novum Wines is one of the UK’s leading ‘specialist’ premium wine distributors, covering all sectors of the wine trade nationally across the UK. It has an enviable award-winning portfolio, featuring some of the world’s greatest producers from the classic wine regions, whilst also championing innovative, esoteric and emerging regions Hallgarten is proud to be the Official Wine Supplier to Ascot and Royal Ascot.
Jim Barry is a name that resonates strongly within the Australian wine history. It was Jim’s drive and community spirit that helped shape South Australia’s Clare Valley as a benchmark in the world of Riesling and Shiraz, cementing its place as one of Australia’s premier wine regions Founded in 1959, Jim Barry Wines is still family owned.
Are you looking for the perfect gift this Christmas? Why not purchase a share in a racehorse and discover the thrill of racehorse ownership! In The Paddock offers you the chance to share the fun, split the cost and explore and compare a range of ownership options across Britain and narrow your search according to location, price point and more. With over 160 syndicates and racing clubs listed, and opportunities starting from just £50 per year there are an array of options to suit your pocket
Ascot would like to take this opportunity to thank today’s race sponsors for their generous support.
Located on the Grandstand Concourse
Meet and chat with syndicates and clubs in the Syndicate Zone to discuss an alternative avenue into racehorse ownership and find the right type of ownership for you. The Racehorse Owners Association are also on hand to answer any questions and to talk through the benefits and thrills racehorse ownership can provide.
As part of the Ownership Day series, In The Paddock are offering Ascot racegoers the opportunity of a lifetime to WIN a share in a racehorse with 13 x Champion NH trainer Paul Nicholls
Ownership Ambassador Frankie Foster will host a series of short talks with syndicate managers, trainers and racing personalities discussing their thoughts and experience on shared ownership.
13:00 Syndicates Simplified 13:40 Inside the Rails
14:15 The Trainers View 14:50 Royal Ascot Racing Club
Head to the Parade Ring at 11.30am to view a number of horses in training with shares available. Racegoers can buy shares on the day or simply learn about the process of purchasing shares and what to look for in a young horse.
Grandstand
Picture yourself as a racehorse owner with a virtual reality ownership experience using a VR headset. Experience the world of racehorse ownership in 360 degrees!
Ready Steady Wrap! Discover festive delights for everyone in the Ascot Shop, located in the Grandstand close to Entrance B. Spend £50 today and receive a 10% discount code to our online shop www.shopascot.com
Bandstand Lawn Until 14.15
Racegoers can meet a former syndicate owned racehorse up close and find out what the sport offers its equine participants and the career possibilities they have once they have retired from racing.
Find out more about our exciting stable of memberships by visiting the team inside the Grandstand Concourse. Today, racegoers can enjoy an exclusive offer of £89 for the flexible Queen Anne Membership, saving £10 on the standard price.
From prize fillies to financial institutions, pick a specialist insurance broker who understands the things that matter to you. www.howdengroup.com
1DESERTBOOTS (GB) 10-0
Simon Pearce LukeMorris Form: 02-2, ProbableS.P.:13-2
2KATH’S TOYBOY (GB) 9-11 MikeMurphy& Michael Keady Adam Kirby Form:512, ProbableS.P.:10-3
3SILKS PASS (GB) 9-11 Alice Haynes Thore Hammer Hansen Form: 204, ProbableS.P.: 7-1
4DORS TOYBOY(IRE) 9-9 Dean Ivory Charlie Bennett Form: 122, ProbableS.P.:13-2
5 LUNAQUEEN (GB) 9-8
Conrad AllenGrace McEntee(3) Form: 100, ProbableS.P.:18-1
6UNDERCURFEW (GB) 9-8 Tony Carroll Jonathan Fisher(5) Form: 654, ProbableS.P.: 9-1
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FOURSHADESOFSILVER (GB) 9-7 John Ryan Adam Farragher(3) Form:606, ProbableS.P.:12-1
8FLAGMAN (GB) 9-4
Deborah Faulkner Aidan Keeley(5) Form:453, ProbableS.P.:25-1
9BOMBASTIC(IRE) 8-12
RobynBrisland David Egan Form: 050, ProbableS.P.:22-1
10MARCHETTI(IRE) 8-7 Jimmy FoxSaffie Osborne(3) Form: 500, ProbableS.P.:33-1
11 ESSME (GB) 8-7
JohnBridger Tyler Heard(3) Form: 400, ProbableS.P.:80-1
12CITTONE (GB) 8-6 James Tate John Egan Form: 500, ProbableS.P.:14-1
1 CAVALLUCCIO(IRE) 9-12 Alice Haynes Thore Hammer Hansen Form: 6-03, ProbableS.P.:11-2
2AJRAD (GB) 9-11 Michael AttwaterAdam Farragher(3) Form:163, ProbableS.P.: 7-1
3DEVEGAS KID(IRE) 9-9 Tony Carroll LukeMorris Form:446,ProbableS.P.: 8-1
4 SWEETBERTIE(IRE) 9-9 John ButlerGeorge Wood Form: 261, ProbableS.P.: 9-2
5 COMEONGIRL (GB) 9-8 MichaelAppleby Adam Kirby Form: 314, ProbableS.P.: 9-2
6DEACS DELIGHT (GB) 9-8 Paul& Oliver Cole Mohammed Tabti(7) Form: 400, ProbableS.P.:22-1
7 OTTO OYL (GB) 9-6 Archie Watson HectorCrouch Form: 000, ProbableS.P.:14-1
8BLUE COLLARLAD (GB) 9-5 RobynBrisland David Egan Form:120, ProbableS.P.:12-1
9 PADDYK (GB) 8-8 JohnGallagher Trevor Whelan Form:435, ProbableS.P.:12-1
10MUSAYTIR(IRE) 8-7 Grace Harris TheodoreLadd Form:050, ProbableS.P.: 50-1
11ELEMENTOFSURPRISE (GB) 8-6 JohnBridger Aidan Keeley(5) Form: 600, ProbableS.P.:100-1
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ABERFOYLE (IRE) 9-7
Charles Hills Adam Kirby Form: 00, Probable S.P.: 66-1
2 AL MUZN (IRE) 9-7
Roger Varian Jack Mitchell Form: Probable S.P.: 11-2
1 COMPERE (GB) 9-7
Michael Attwater William Carson Form: 56, Probable S.P.: 22-1
2 COTOPAXI MOON (GB) 9-7 James Ferguson Daniel Muscutt Form: Probable S.P.: 10-1
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BEELZEBUB (IRE) 9-7
James Ferguson Daniel Muscutt Form: 5, Probable S.P.: 12-1
DANCHOVSKA (GB) 9-7
Charlie Wallis George Downing Form: Probable S.P.: 80-1
5 FINEST LEADER (IRE) 9-7 Harry & Roger Charlton Trevor Whelan Form: 44, Probable S.P.: 7-1
6 KHANGAI (GB) 9-7
Mark Rimell David Egan Form: 05, Probable S.P.: 25-1
7 UMMING N’ AHING (GB) 9-7 Bill Turner William Carson Form: 35, Probable S.P.: 50-1
8 ANNIE LAW (GB) 9-2
James Fanshawe Rhys Clutterbuck Form: Probable S.P.: 14-1
9 CRUELLA DE VILL (IRE) 9-2
John & Thady Gosden Robert Havlin Form: 02, Probable S.P.: 11-4
10 FIFTY YEAR STORM (IRE) 9-2
Archie Watson Luke Morris Form: 3, Probable S.P.: 5-1
11 THREEBARS (IRE) 9-2
Richard Hannon William Buick Form: Probable S.P.: 12-1
12TWILIGHT DANCER (GB) 9-2
Jonathan Portman Hector Crouch Form: Probable S.P.: 40-1
3 DELPHI DREAMER (GB) 9-7 Mark Loughnane Billy Loughnane (7) Form: Probable S.P.: 25-1
4 ROGUE STAR (FR) 9-7 Tom Clover David Egan Form: 420, Probable S.P.: 7-2
5 FAR HORIZON (IRE) 9-5 Michael Scudamore Aidan Keeley (5) Form: 53, Probable S.P.: 6-1
6 HERETIC (IRE) 9-5 Hugo Palmer Jack Mitchell Form: 42, Probable S.P.: 9-2
7 ABIE MY BOY (GB) 9-3 Pat Phelan Paddy Bradley (3) Form: Probable S.P.: 66-1
8 MEMBERRY (GB) 9-3 Geoffrey Deacon George Bass (3) Form: Probable S.P.: 50-1
9 VISION OF HOPE (GB) 9-2 George Boughey William Buick Form: 6, Probable S.P.: 18-1
10 LANDING STRIP (GB) 8-12 Marcus Tregoning Charlie Bennett Form: Probable S.P.: 16-1
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NO TURNING BACK (GB) 8-12 Pat Phelan Rhys Clutterbuck Form: 6, Probable S.P.: 28-1
12THEWAYTOTHESTARS (GB) 8-12 Grace Harris Luke Morris Form: 322, Probable S.P.: 6-1
1 LALANIA (GB) 9-10
William Stone Collen Storey Form: 614, Probable S.P.: 18-1
2 TINDERBOX (GB) 9-10
Henry Candy Trevor Whelan Form: 210-, Probable S.P.: 33-1
3 NIGHT BATTLE (IRE) 9-7
Simon & Ed Crisford David Egan Form: 010, Probable S.P.: 18-1
3 MEISHAR (ARG) 9-4 Jane Chapple-Hyam David Egan Form: 003, Probable S.P.: 20-1
4 NOBLE DYNASTY (GB) 9-4 Charlie Appleby William Buick Form: 101, Probable S.P.: 1-2
5 WITCH HUNTER (FR) 9-3 Richard Hannon Alec Voikhansky (7) Form: 400, Probable S.P.: 15-2
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THEBEAUTIFULGAME (GB) 9-7
Tom Clover Jack Mitchell Form: 223, Probable S.P.: 14-1
5 LADY EROS (USA) 9-5
John & Thady Gosden Robert Havlin Form: 214, Probable S.P.: 17-2
6 ROSE BARTON (IRE) 9-5
Kevin Philippart de Foy Daniel Muscutt Form: 150, Probable S.P.: 14-1
7 KIRILENKO (GB) 9-5
Sir Michael Stoute William Buick Form: 421, Probable S.P.: 3-1
8 VICTORIA GROVE (GB) 9-4
Henry Spiller Adam Kirby Form: 551, Probable S.P.: 13-2
9 ELLADE (GB) 9-3
Richard Hannon Alec Voikhansky (7) Form: 000, Probable S.P.: 28-1
10 STAR FROM AFARHH (GB) 9-0
Ed Walker Saffie Osborne (3) Form: 000, Probable S.P.: 28-1
1 POP DANCER (IRE) 9-9 Tony Carroll Luke Morris Form: 211, Probable S.P.: 5-1
2 BANG ON THE BELL (GB) 9-7 J. R. Jenkins John Egan Form: 132, Probable S.P.: 6-1
3 DREAM BY DAY (GB) 9-4 Kevin Philippart de Foy Daniel Muscutt Form: 015, Probable S.P.: 14-1
4 HARB (GB) 9-4 Peter Crate Aidan Keeley (5) Form: 316, Probable S.P.: 9-2
5 THE DEFIANT (GB) 9-3 Daniel Steele Rhys Clutterbuck Form: 020, Probable S.P.: 18-1
6 LA ROCA DEL FUEGO (IRE) 9-2 Geoffrey Deacon George Bass (3) Form: 004, Probable S.P.: 10-1
7 ALCAZAN (GB) 9-1 Roger Teal William Carson Form: 204, Probable S.P.: 5-1
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QUEEN OF BURGUNDY (GB) 8-13
Michael Appleby Luke Morris Form: 112, Probable S.P.: 12-1
12GRANARY QUEEN (IRE) 8-13
Eve Johnson Houghton George Downing Form: 102, Probable S.P.: 13-2
1 AZANO (GB) 9-4
David O’Meara Adam Kirby Form: 060, Probable S.P.: 22-1
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KIM WEXLER (IRE) 8-12
David Loughnane Jack Mitchell Form: 012, Probable S.P.: 7-1
THEGREATESTSHOWMAN (GB) 8-11
Amy Murphy George Wood Form: 050, Probable S.P.: 25-1
10 AMOR DE MI VIDA (FR) 8-9 Archie Watson Charlie Bennett Form: 000, Probable S.P.: 300-1
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COACHELLO (FR) 9-4 Gordon Elliott Jamie Spencer Form: 31-0, Probable S.P.: 13-2
1 FURTHER MEASURE (USA) 10-2 Sylvester Kirk Robert Havlin Form: 364, Probable S.P.: 16-1
2 ROGUE FORCE (IRE) 10-1
Tom Clover Jack Mitchell Form: 404, Probable S.P.: 8-1
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TIGER BEETLE (GB) 9-13
Mark Rimell Rhys Clutterbuck Form: 350, Probable S.P.: 50-1
4 MARION’S BOY (IRE) 9-13 Roger Teal Adam Kirby Form: 600, Probable S.P.: 12-1
5 UNDER FOX (IRE) 9-12 Mark Loughnane Billy Loughnane (7) Form: 010, Probable S.P.: 18-1
6 GOLDEN CHAIN (IRE) 9-10
Ralph Beckett Hector Crouch Form: 632, Probable S.P.: 5-1
1 LASTING LEGACY (GB) 10-2 Charlie Fellowes Jamie Spencer Form: 100, Probable S.P.: 14-1
2 SOBEGRAND (GB) 9-13 Gary Moore Tom Queally Form: 264, Probable S.P.: 12-1
3 DINOO (IRE) 9-13 Roger Varian Jack Mitchell Form: 031, Probable S.P.: 10-3
4 STORM CATCHER (IRE) 9-13 Simon Pearce Adam Kirby Form: 200-, Probable S.P.: 28-1
5 SWEET FANTASY (GB) 9-12 Ralph Beckett Hector Crouch Form: 234, Probable S.P.: 8-1
6 DARK ISLAND (GB) 9-10 Heather Main Robert Havlin Form: 010, Probable S.P.: 7-1
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TUDOR (IRE) 9-9 Kevin Philippart de Foy John Egan Form: 243, Probable S.P.: 15-2
8 MAFIA POWER (GB) 9-7 Archie Watson Luke Morris Form: 041, Probable S.P.: 7-1
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IT’S A LOVE THING (GB) 9-6
John Butler George Wood Form: 010, Probable S.P.: 50-1
10 WHOLELOTAFUN (IRE) 9-4 J. S. Moore Aidan Keeley (5) Form: 051, Probable S.P.: 10-1
11 MEDRARA (GB) 9-1 Charlie Fellowes Jamie Spencer Form: 0-65, Probable S.P.: 12-1
12WOLF OF OXSHOTT (GB) 9-0 Joseph Parr Tom Queally Form: 421, Probable S.P.: 15-2
7 ALPHA KING (GB) 9-8 P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck Luke Morris Form: 005, Probable S.P.: 18-1
8 TAHASUN (IRE) 9-8
Henry Spiller Christian Howarth (5) Form: 442, Probable S.P.: 9-1
9 GOLDEN DOVE (GB) 9-5
Simon Earle Rhys Clutterbuck Form: 030, Probable S.P.: 28-1
10 CLASSY DAME (IRE) 9-3
Archie Watson Charlie Bennett Form: 240, Probable S.P.: 10-1
11 RIKONA (GB) 9-1 Kevin Philippart de Foy Daniel Muscutt Form: 003, Probable S.P.: 8-1
12COWBOY (IRE) 8-12 Neil Mulholland Trevor Whelan Form: 400, Probable S.P.: 150-1
1
BALLYGLASS (IRE) 11-2
Toby Lawes Tom O’Brien Form: 13-1, Probable S.P.: 6-1
2 KALEB (IRE) 11-2
Amy Murphy Jack Quinlan Form: 5-31, Probable S.P.: 11-1
9 NO CRUISE YET (GB) 10-2 Sam England Jonathan England Form: 11-2, Probable S.P.: 6-1
10 STRAIGHT SWAP (IRE) 10-2 Andrew Hamilton Alan Doyle (5) Form: 154, Probable S.P.: 18-1
1 CHEDDLETON (GB) 12-0
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SIZING POTTSIE (FR) 11-2
David Pipe Tom Scudamore Form: 10-1, Probable S.P.: 11-8
SNAKE ROLL (IRE) 11-2
Lucinda Russell Derek Fox Form: 42-1, Probable S.P.: 13-2
5
TAHMURAS (FR) 11-2
Paul Nicholls Harry Cobden Form: 21-1, Probable S.P.: 7-2
6 TWINJETS (IRE) 11-2
Milton Harris Paddy Brennan Form: 1-16, Probable S.P.: 9-1
1 NESTOR PARK (FR) 12-0
Ben Pauling Luca Morgan (3) Form: 313-, Probable S.P.: 7-1
Jennie Candlish Sean Quinlan Form: 243-, Probable S.P.: 8-1
2 ALBERT’S BACK (GB) 11-4
Michael & David Easterby Harry Cobden Form: 2P-2, Probable S.P.: 6-1
3 L’EAU DU SUD (FR) 11-4
Dan Skelton Harry Skelton Form: 121-, Probable S.P.: 4-1
4 ROCKADENN (FR) 11-1
Alastair Ralph Sean Bowen Form: 540-, Probable S.P.: 5-1
5 FINDTHETIME (IRE) 11-1 Nicky Richards Brian Hughes Form: 11-2, Probable S.P.: 9-2
6 BENSON (GB) 10-12
Sandy Thomson Bruce Lynn (5) Form: 46-2, Probable S.P.: 6-1
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WOULDUBEWELL (IRE) 11-11
Emma Lavelle Ben Jones Form: 321-, Probable S.P.: 11-2
SAM’S ADVENTURE (GB) 11-10
Brian Ellison Henry Brooke Form: 0PP-, Probable S.P.: 18-1
7 ZAMBEZI FIX (FR) 10-12
Bernard Llewellyn Ben Jones Form: 0F-3, Probable S.P.: 10-1
8 STAINSBY GIRL (GB) 10-11
N. W. Alexander Mr Kit Alexander (5) Form: 211-, Probable S.P.: 15-2
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POPPA POUTINE (IRE) 11-8
Nigel Twiston-Davies Sam Twiston-Davies Form: 4-35, Probable S.P.: 7-1
INNISFREE LAD (IRE) 11-8
David Dennis Brian Hughes Form: 4-62, Probable S.P.: 6-1
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ACHILLE (FR) 11-7
Venetia Williams Robert Dunne Form: 00U-, Probable S.P.: 7-1
8
MANOTHEPEOPLE (IRE) 11-1
Fergal O’Brien Form: 11-1, Probable S.P.: 5-1
YOUR OWN STORY (IRE) 10-10
Lucinda Russell Derek Fox Form: 15-2, Probable S.P.: 9-1
1 ERNE RIVER (IRE) 11-11
Nick Kent Charlie Hammond Form: 1F3-, Probable S.P.: 7-1
2 HITMAN (FR) 11-11 Paul Nicholls Harry Cobden Form: 32-2, Probable S.P.: 11-10
3 ITCHY FEET (FR) 11-11 Olly Murphy Sean Bowen Form: 4PP-, Probable S.P.: 9-2
4 MINELLA DRAMA (IRE) 11-11 Donald McCain Brian Hughes Form: 42-4, Probable S.P.: 5-2
1 GOOD BOY BOBBY (IRE) 12-1 Nigel Twiston-Davies Daryl Jacob Form: 0P-0, Probable S.P.: 8-1
2 LORD DU MESNIL (FR) 12-1 Richard Hobson Paul O’Brien Form: 4-P2, Probable S.P.: 8-1
3 TRUCKERS LODGE (IRE) 12-0 Paul Nicholls Freddie Gingell (10) Form: 336-, Probable S.P.: 7-1
4 THE BIG BREAKAWAY (IRE) 11-13 Joe Tizzard Brendan Powell Form: 23P-, Probable S.P.: 10-1
5 CROSSPARK (GB) 11-13 Nick Kent Sean Bowen Form: P26/-, Probable S.P.: 12-1
6 EASYSLAND (FR) 11-11
Jonjo O’Neill Richie McLernon Form: PP-P, Probable S.P.: 14-1
7 RAPPER (GB) 11-8 Henry Daly Richard Patrick Form: 10-0, Probable S.P.: 9-1
8 MUSICAL SLAVE (IRE) 11-6
Philip Hobbs Tom O’Brien Form: 112-, Probable S.P.: 7-1
9 RAPID FLIGHT (GB) 11-6 James Moffatt Charlotte Jones (3) Form: 1U2, Probable S.P.: 12-1
10 FONTAINE COLLONGES (FR) 11-1
Venetia Williams Tom Scudamore Form: 141-, Probable S.P.: 11-2
11 HOUSTON TEXAS (IRE) 10-5
Nicky Richards Sean Quinlan Form: 11-1, Probable S.P.: 6-1
12IF NOT FOR DYLAN (IRE) 10-2
Andrew Hamilton Derek Fox Form: 324, Probable S.P.: 16-1
1 AFTA PARTY (IRE) 11-6
Syd Hosie Mr Gearoid Harney (7) Form: Probable S.P.: 12-1
2 BERTIE’S WISH (IRE) 11-6
Jennie Candlish Theo Gillard (3) Form: Probable S.P.: 18-1
1 ARMCHAIR FARMER (IRE) 11-4
Fergal O’Brien Connor Brace Form: 6-32, Probable S.P.: 5-6
2 GHOSTSHIP (IRE) 11-4
Lucy Wadham Jack Tudor Form: 41, Probable S.P.: 9-4
3 LEPASHE (IRE) 11-4
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DOUBLETHETROUBLE (GB) 11-6
Lucy Wadham Jack Tudor Form: 3-2, Probable S.P.: 6-1
4 ETON BLUE (IRE) 11-6 George Baker Gavin Sheehan Form: Probable S.P.: 20-1
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GIRANDOLE (FR) 11-6
Mark Gillard Fergus Gillard (3) Form: 66-U, Probable S.P.: 28-1
6 JARAMILLO (GB) 11-6
Warren Greatrex James Bowen Form: 25-P, Probable S.P.: 5-1
Sam Allwood Charlie Todd Form: 21-4, Probable S.P.: 10-1
4 ROLLING CLOUDS (IRE) 11-4
Martin Keighley Tom Bellamy Form: 42-0, Probable S.P.: 11-1
1 MANOR PARK (GB) 12-0
Brian Barr Thomas Doggrell (7) Form: 041, Probable S.P.: 13-2
2 GRIS MAJEUR (FR) 11-13
Sheila Lewis Harry Kimber (5) Form: 0-10, Probable S.P.: 20-1
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KLITSCHKO (GB) 11-6
Alan King Tom Bellamy Form: 1, Probable S.P.: 7-4
LET IT SHINE (GB) 11-6
Michael Scudamore Kevin Brogan Form: 0-0, Probable S.P.: 40-1
3 COOLNAUGH HAZE (IRE) 11-10
Philip Hobbs Micheal Nolan Form: 1-24, Probable S.P.: 11-2
4 RHEBUS ROAD (IRE) 11-6
Oliver Sherwood James Bowen Form: 132, Probable S.P.: 8-1
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THUNDER FLASH (GB) 11-6
Ian Williams Charlie Todd Form: 40, Probable S.P.: 50-1
DESPEREAUX (FR) 10-4
Mrs Jane Williams David Noonan Form: r, Probable S.P.: 15-2
5 REWIRED (GB) 11-4
Dr Richard Newland Luke Scott (7) Form: 13-3, Probable S.P.: 4-1
6 MAXCEL (GB) 11-3
Mel Rowley Alex Edwards (3) Form: 321, Probable S.P.: 4-1
7 THAHAB IFRAJ (IRE) 10-13
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COTTON END (IRE) 11-2
Alexandra Dunn Philip Armson (3) Form: 516, Probable S.P.: 20-1
8 VAZIR (FR) 10-11
PANIC ATTACK (IRE) 11-2
Sheila Lewis Sean Houlihan Form: 06-3, Probable S.P.: 10-1 2
Alan King Tom Bellamy Form: 43P-, Probable S.P.: 18-1
9 SERGEANT (FR) 10-11
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VOLKOVKA (FR) 11-2
David Pipe David Noonan Form: 1-20, Probable S.P.: 2-1 3
Fergal O’Brien Connor Brace Form: 645-, Probable S.P.: 4-1
WYNN HOUSE (GB) 11-2
Alan King Tom Bellamy Form: 33-1, Probable S.P.: 6-4
Milton Harris Harry Reed Form: 14F, Probable S.P.: 9-1
1 CAPTAIN BROOMFIELD (IRE) 11-13
Emma Lavelle Tom Bellamy Form: 26-2, Probable S.P.: 11-4
2 FERROBIN (IRE) 11-9
Max Young Tristan Durrell (5) Form: 00-6, Probable S.P.: 16-1
3 MANINSANE (IRE) 11-8
Charlie Longsdon Lilly Pinchin (3) Form: 324, Probable S.P.: 11-10
1 AEROPLANE MODE (GB) 11-0
John Butler Craig Nichol Form: Probable S.P.: 12-1
2 A FEW BOB (GB) 11-0 Tim Easterby Jamie Hamilton Form: Probable S.P.: 20-1
3 DANCING IN BRAZIL (GB) 11-0
Alan King Tom Bellamy Form: Probable S.P.: 7-2
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KILFILUM WOODS (IRE) 11-7
Paul Webber James Bowen Form: 5-24, Probable S.P.: 9-2
THE KNOT IS TIED (IRE) 11-2
Neil King Max Kendrick Form: P4P-, Probable S.P.: 16-1
1 CLUAIN AODHA (IRE) 12-0
Neil King Lilly Pinchin Form: 222, Probable S.P.: 9-4
2 FIRST MAN (IRE) 11-7
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero Toby Wynne (6) Form: 31/-0, Probable S.P.: 12-1
4 DOTTIES STAR (GB) 11-0 Pat Phelan Sean Houlihan Form: Probable S.P.: 25-1
5 NEFYN DAWN (GB) 11-0 John Quinn James Bowen Form: Probable S.P.: 5-1
6 PERTEMPS DIAMOND (GB) 11-0 Ian Williams Charlie Todd Form: Probable S.P.: 12-1
7 PLAISIR DES FLOS (FR) 11-0 Thomas Gallagher Mr John Reddington (7) Form: Probable S.P.: 28-1
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MONTY’S AWARD (IRE) 11-4
Andy Irvine Tabitha Worsley Form: 311, Probable S.P.: 13-8
LOUP DE MAULDE (FR) 11-4
Robbie Llewellyn Charlie Price Form: U-03, Probable S.P.: 9-2
8 ROGUE BULL (GB) 11-0 Tom Clover Jack Tudor Form: Probable S.P.: 11-2
9 SILVER KNIFE (FR) 11-0 Ivan Furtado Lewis Dobb (7) Form: Probable S.P.: 22-1
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MIXEDWAVE (IRE) 10-2
Pam Sly Harry Kimber Form: 50-0, Probable S.P.: 11-1
10 SONNYSAURUS (IRE) 11-0 Phil McEntee Ben Godfrey (3) Form: Probable S.P.: 18-1
11 WAR BONNET (GB) 11-0 Matt Crawley Lilly Pinchin (3) Form: Probable S.P.: 66-1
12JAMINSKA (FR) 10-7
Mrs Jane Williams David Noonan Form: Probable S.P.: 9-1
13PROMISEDUAMIRACLE (GB) 10-7
Syd Hosie Mr Gearoid Harney (7) Form: Probable S.P.: 22-1
Two miles about five and a half furlongs (2m 5f 141yds) (4,300 metres) for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total race value £25000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10433; Second £5218; Third £2608; Fourth £1305. (Penalty Value £13615) A See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RaceShare will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) Pretty Puttens (IRE) (Snurge)
Owner: Mr Michael Geoghegan
Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham
Breeder: Mrs Rita Kent
Sponsor: Wasdell Group
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 5 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevrons, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW star. Form: 21-1
HHH Nicely bred 5yo who was bought for £125,000 after finishing second in Irish point; two from two under rules, winning Warwick bumper (2m, good) and Uttoxeter maiden hurdle (2m, good to soft); should be suited by this longer trip and progress further. Official BHA Rating
Br g Califet (FR) Blackthorne Winter (IRE) (Old Vic)
Owner: Gunnery Officer Syndicate
Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell Breeder: Mrs J. O. Onions
Sponsor: Princes Risborough Cookshop, Science Supplements
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 5 Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW stripes, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW spots, YELLOW cap Form: F/12F-11
HHHH Formerly trained in Ireland where he was placed in a bumper then 2-5 in points; recorded a game success in Warwick novice hurdle (2m3f, good to soft) on debut for new stable; that bodes well if he gets into another battle; not dismissed Official BHA Rating
B g Milan Consider Her Lucky (GER) (Silvano (GER))
Owner: Taylor & O’Dwyer Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder: Mrs Lisa Doran
Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 5 Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE braces. Form: 40220-1
HHHHH Good second here (2m3f, soft) in February before a heavy defeat in the Ballymore where he was one of the outsiders; easily justified favouritism at Plumpton (2m4f, good) back down in class, not needing to improve; his course effort sets the form standard. Official BHA Rating 128
B g Night Wish (GER) Valence (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR))
Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Mr Denis Parreau Delhote
Sponsor: Morson Group
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 4 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK hoops, armlets and cap Form: 1-4
HHH Successful over hurdles at Fontainebleau (2m2f, very soft) on sole French start; eventually ran out of gas at Newton Abbot on last month’s debut for Paul Nicholls, who predicts that the 4yo will come on a lot for that outing; interesting with improvement on the cards. Official BHA Rating
2021: FLEMENSTIDE (IRE) 6 10 12 Bryony Frost 10-3 (Paul Nicholls) 4 ran
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Today we are delighted to welcome students from Ebony Horse Club (EHC), based in Brixton, South London and raise the profile of their special club
EHC know what a profound impact horses can have on young lives, which is why their youth centre looks a little different to most. Nestled in a busy corner of Brixton you’ll find their yard, home to 10 horses and serving over 150 local young people a week. Through access to horses, they seek to improve the lives of some of the area’s most in need children and young people. They use riding and horsemanship as tools to develop and improve key life skills such as problem solving, confidence building and empathy, all while seeking to improve the overall emotional and physical wellbeing of members in a safe and fun environment.
EHC feels it is important their young people see their full potential and work alongside them to fulfil their goals, both in a personal and professional sense. They do this through the direct delivery of a number of programmes that make up their core services:
• Members’ lessons They deliver weekly riding lessons to over 95 regular members from the local community, some are just beginning their EHC journey, whilst others are learning to jump, hacking out around the streets of Brixton and even competing.
• Young volunteering They have a structured young volunteer programme for 30 regular members to learn about what it takes to work in the equine industry. They get stuck in with everything from mucking out to supporting beginner riders in lessons.
• Trips and outings Their trips are all about providing fun new opportunities and broadening horizons. Whether they’re having some downtime away from buzzing South London in the country, or discovering new parts of the city, they make sure to keep their schedule as full and as exciting as possible.
• The RIDE programme They work with a number of local schools and youth organisations to support at least 60 local children a week, many of whom will never have had access to horses before.
• Youth work Youth work practice is the golden thread through everything they do and is built into all their activities. EHC provides dedicated youth work support to help young people growing up in challenging circumstances, both in a group setting as well as 1:1 mentoring.
In 2022 alone, they have hosted close to 2,000 rides, trips and activities for members and the community they serve with almost 1,500 young people through the doors As they head into 2023, they hope to not only continue their work, but to expand upon it and offer support to even more young people in south London who need them.
In recognition of the charity’s work, we have named our 12.55pm race: The Ebony Horse Club Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase.
To hear more about their work, or to find out how you can support, please email Sid Holdsworth, COO sid@ebonyhorseclub.org or visit www.ebonyhorseclub.org
About three miles (2m 7f 180yds) (4,700 metres) for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total race value £16400. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6260; Second £3131; Third £1565; Fourth £783; Fifth £280. (Penalty Value £8169) See page 78 for conditions of this race.
Ebony Horse Club will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
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Ch g Muhtathir High Destiny (FR) (High Yield (USA))
Owner: Martin Broughton & Friends
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras Des Sablonnets et al
Sponsor: Morson Group
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 10
Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine and sleeves. Form: 0512/2P/-
HHHH Grade 1 winner over hurdles (2m) and runner-up to notable rival on the first of two attempts over fences; off since early 2021 with a tendon injury but has a good chance off this mark provided he returns in top form and stays the new trip; all of his opponents are out of the weights Official BHA Rating 143
B g Milan Ice Princess (IRE) (Presenting)
Owner: Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Mr Padraig Ryan
Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 13 Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 3/1411-2 BF
HHHHH Stablemate of Quel Destin; progressive novice hurdler last season, winning three of his four races; creditable second in Pertemps qualifier at Aintree (3m, good to soft) two weeks ago; should take well to chasing and commands respect despite being 6lb out of the handicap
B g Kayf Tara Mathine (FR) (Malinas (GER))
Owner: Oakman Racing Club Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell Breeder: Mr J. L. Lightfoot
Sponsor: Science Supplements, Oakman Group PLC
Official BHA Rating 126
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 13 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK epaulets and armlets, hooped cap Form: P4161-1 D
HHHH HeldonfornecksuccessinsimilareventatBangor(2m4f,goodtosoft)onreappearance,addingtohispoint/hurdleswins; 7lb out of the weights here but Finn Lambert takes off that amount; open to further progress and enters calculations.
Official BHA Rating 125
B g Lakeshore Road (USA) Portobello Sunrise (IRE) (Broken Hearted)
Owner: Mr Mark E. Smith
Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green Breeder: Liam Walsh Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
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Official BHA Rating 116
B g Yeats (IRE) Tempest Belle (IRE) (Glacial Storm (USA))
Owner: Cusden & Parker Trainer: Adam West, Epsom Breeder: Aidan Aherne Sponsor: Tote
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 13 Colours: PRIMROSE, OLD GOLD and SCARLET hooped cap Form: 1/3065-4
H Scored twice over hurdles for Philip Hobbs; only a modest fourth in 3m chase at Southwell last week for new stable; faces a very tough assignment from 20lb out of the weights in this better grade
Official BHA Rating 112
British Racecourses and Blue Light Card are delighted to announce an extension of a complimentary ticket scheme for UK’s emergency services, NHS workers and social carers into 2023.
Throughout 2022, the Racecourse Association (RCA) and Racing Together have collaborated with Blue Light Card to offer key workers the opportunity to visit the racecourse of their choice. All 59 British racecourses have participated, demonstrating their gratitude towards key workers in helping the country through the difficult months of the pandemic. With overwhelmingly positive feedback amongst beneficiaries, the RCA Board unanimously agreed that the scheme should be extended into 2023 to allow further key workers to enjoy a fantastic day out, creating thousands of new racing fans in the process
In its inaugural year, the scheme has been incredibly popular with key workers and has exceeded 20,000 redemptions already. Long seen as the traditional end of the Flat racing season, Doncaster’s BetGoodwin November Handicap raceday on Saturday 5th November hosted an additional 250 beneficiaries to enjoy a complimentary raceday with some extra special elements added to befit the occasion.
To view all racedays available to Blue Light Card holders, please visit the website here: https://bluelighttickets.co.uk/category/equestrian
Paul Swain, Raceday Experience & Communications Manager at the RCA, said: “It has been wonderful to partner with Blue Light Card throughout 2022 and welcome so many key workers to the races. The country, and our sport, owes a great deal to these individuals for their tireless work to support each of us.”
Lucy Gurney, Community Engagement Manager for Racing Together, added: “We’re so proud of British racing’s enthusiasm to say thank you to key and emergency workers through Blue Light Tickets. To be celebrating 20,000 free tickets taken up through the scheme in year one is a testament to the generosity of racecourses and the popularity of racing as a day out for fans, new and returning.”
Tom Dalby, Blue Light Card Chief Executive, said: “As our members continue to go above and beyond to keep our communities healthy, safe and supported we are pleased to work alongside the RCA and Racing Together, to offer complimentary tickets for our members, and their families, to enjoy. We are delighted that the partnership will continue into 2023.”
“I have really enjoyed attending events at racecourses this year. I work at a surgery near Salisbury in carer support and coordination and my guest each time I go is a patient carer. He enjoys this time so much and it benefits his health and wellbeing greatly. Last night I attended Carer Support Wiltshire’s awards night and received a Platinum award for the work I do with patient carers. You have helped me greatly by offering these free events that benefit the local community I love going because the races remind me of my late Dad who was an avid horseracing fan. I have many wonderful memories of years gone by, spent at the Salisbury racecourse, cheering on my favourite horses alongside my much-missed Dad. For these memories and for enabling me to provide important respite activities to carers, I thank you sincerely.”
Two miles about seven and a half furlongs (2m 7f 118yds) (4,700 metres) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total race value £13100. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5175; Second £2588; Third £1293; Fourth £647; Fifth £280; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £6753.04) See page 79 for conditions of this race.
Mariner Systems (UK) Ltd will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
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B m Midnight Legend Hymn To Love (FR) (Turgeon (USA))
Owner: Case Racing Partnership & Anita J Lush
Trainer: Ben Case, Banbury Breeder: Mrs C. J. C. Bailey
Sponsor: David Andrews Construction Limited
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 12 0 Colours: PINK and WHITE (quartered), hooped sleeves. Form: 141/3F-P
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HHH All wins in mares ’ handicaps, the most recent off 1lb higher at Wetherby (2m5f, soft) in February 2021; regressive form in three runs since but a revival is possible; close second in this race in 2020
B m Passing Glance Apple Days (Sovereign Water (FR))
Owner: The Tweed Clad Fossils Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Breeder: Mrs F. Marriott
Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc
Official BHA Rating 128
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 12 Colours: TURQUOISE, GOLD spots on body, GOLD cap Form: 1310-32 D
HHHHH The third of her three wins last season came in a mares ’ handicap; has performed well against male rivals in both outings this term, clear second at Aintree (3m, good to soft) latest; holds solid claims and warrants plenty of respect.
Official BHA Rating 126
B m Westerner Brixen (IRE) (Heron Island (IRE))
Owner: Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket Breeder: Mr Tom Ford
Sponsor: Weatherbys Hamilton LLP
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 8 Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE chevrons and armlets, hooped cap Form: 412031-
HHH Ended last season with a comfortable success in novice hurdle at Kempton (2m5f, good), taking record to 3-7; stays 3m and acts on soft ground; open to further progress this term and enters calculations.
B m Fame And Glory Rosin de Beau (IRE) (Milan)
Owner: Superior Enterprises Ltd Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: T. Hanley Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd
Official BHA Rating 122
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 6 Colours: DARK GREEN and PINK diamonds, WHITE sleeves, PINK cap Form: 125/2-12 D
HHH Straightforward task in maiden hurdle at Hexham (2m4f, good) on debut for new yard, then faced a harder assignment in Listed novice chase at Chepstow; has possibilities switched to handicap level now back hurdling. Official BHA Rating 120
B or Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) Moscow Nights (FR) (Peintre Celebre (USA))
Owner: Geegeez.co.uk PA
Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster Breeder: Mme I. Corbani, A. Waugh & T. Waugh
Sponsor: Geegeez.co.uk
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Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 1 Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE (quartered), RED sleeves and cap Form: 2334/12- D
HHHH Won similar event at Chepstow (2m7f, soft) on penultimate attempt over hurdles and, being a Listed bumper scorer, may still have more to offer; ran well on the Flat (back from layoff) last month; shortlisted.
Official BHA Rating 115
Ch m Shantou (USA) Kingara (Karinga Bay)
Owner: optimumracing.co.uk & Mr Andrew P. Bell
Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge Breeder: Elms Stud Co Ltd & P. Atkinson Sponsor: optimumracing.co.uk
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 5 Colours: YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 360P-61 D
HHH 4-21 over hurdles for Philip Hobbs; sold for £9,000 since Stratford win in May; creditable third in this race last year but spoiled finishing effort by swerving badly left and almost pulling herself up late on. Official BHA Rating 105
Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 6. 2021: TEQUILA BLAZE 7 11 3 Paddy Brennan 8-1 (Fergal O’Brien) 8 ran
7-2 Glimpse of Gala (GB), Terresita (IRE), 4-1 Coquelicot (FR), 9-2 Victorias Peak (IRE), Shantou Sunset (GB), 7-1 Midnightreflection (GB)
20,000 free horse racing tickets have been redeemed this year by Blue Light Card holders, in recognition of their service to the country. A huge thanks to all 59 British racecourses for participating, and we look forward to welcoming more of the Blue Light community in 2023.
The safety and welfare
is paramount throughout the year at Ascot.
In recent years we have invested significantly to improve our facilities on and off the track to ensure we provide the very best care and attention for all participants. Nowhere is this better demonstrated than in the changes made to the racing surface itself during the redevelopment in 2006. The key elements of the project were to camber the home and old paddock bends and to remove the road crossings over the track, replacing them with underpasses. This created a safer surface for the horses, as previously, some less experienced runners had occasionally shied at the differing surfaces
Further improvements to equine welfare provision were made as part of a £700,000 project to create an enhanced unsaddling area in 2016 Increased in size to accommodate large field races more comfortably, the Unsaddling Enclosure Lawn also has equine misting fans to aid with post-race cooling of horses
For Jump racing, we introduced the one-fit padded hurdles for the start of the 2018 season, becoming the first Grade 1 track to do so Vets generally find fewer superficial
injuries with horses running over padded hurdles compared to the traditional birch hurdle.
At the start of the 2022/23 season, we switched from orange to white markings on our wood and vinyl padding of take-off boards, guard rails and top boards Research from Exeter University showed white provides increased contrast and visibility for horses, leading to improved jumping performance. Four specifically qualified equine vets are on duty every raceday, dedicated to the welfare of all the horses. During each race, vets follow the runners by car and can respond to and attend a casualty generally within a minute as fast as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties.
Ascot’s two permanent veterinary boxes are supplemented with an X-Ray machine for the major meetings to assist with swift diagnosis before administration of treatment on site or any movement necessary to equine hospitals. There are two equine ambulances on course at all times and three ambulances for any incidents involving injuries to jockeys. The jockeys’ facilities at Ascot include a medical treatment room, rest rooms and a dedicated room for physiotherapy
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Two miles about five furlongs (2m 5f 8yds) (4,200 metres) for four yrs old and upwards
Total race value £70000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £30506; Second £12523; Third £6265; Fourth £3129; Fifth £1568. (Penalty Value £39865) A See page 79 for conditions of this race
Chanelle Pharma will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
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B g Saint des Saints (FR) Lamorrese (FR) (Pistolet Bleu (IRE))
Owner: Mr David Maxwell
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Breeder: Mr Jeremy Buez
Sponsor: Fitzdares
Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 10 Colours: RED, BROWN sleeves and cap Form: 4U/3P51-
HHH Close second in the 2020 Ryanair; mixed results for new yard last term but ended the campaign in good form, making all in four-runner Grade 2 at Sandown (2m6f, good); stable has a great record in this contest; one of the main contenders and should go well under 6lb penalty; first run for owner-rider David Maxwell.
Official BHA Rating 161
B g Dubai Destination (USA) Run For Cover (IRE) (Lafontaine (USA))
Owner: Mr W. Clifford
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan Breeder: Timothy Considine Sponsor: Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd
Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 8 Colours: RED, YELLOW sash, striped sleeves and star on cap. Form: 0013-0P D
H Thewinnerofthreemajorhandicapchasesover2m4fatCheltenham;badmistakeputhimoutofthePaddyPowerlastSaturday; faces a tough assignment on first visit to Ascot, even granted an error-free round.
Official BHA Rating 151
B g Fame And Glory Full of Birds (FR) (Epervier Bleu)
Owner: Mr Mark Dunphy Trainer: Michael Scudamore, Bromsash Breeder: Mrs C. J. Berry Sponsor: Tote
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 7 Colours: BLACK, ORANGE star, BLACK sleeves, ORANGE stars, BLACK cap, ORANGE star Form: F2211-6 BF
HH Progressive novice chaser last season, bagging Grade 2 honours at Ayr final start; however, needs to put a disappointing reappearance effort (about 21l behind Hitman in the Old Roan) behind him; had a third wind surgery since Official BHA Rating 145
B g Diamond Boy (FR) Romance Turgot (FR) (Bateau Rouge)
Owner: DFA Racing (Pink & Edwards)
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: Mr Bernard Camp Sponsor: Faucets Limited
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 7 Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN seams, WHITE cap, DARK GREEN star. Form: 111113- CD
HHHHH Highly progressive novice chaser last term until a defeat at Aintree where he was possibly over the top and ready forarest;Grade1doublecameintheScillyIslesatSandown(2m4f,goodtosoft)andBrownAdvisoryatCheltenham(3m,soft), looking a great prospect for the 2022-23 campaign; has won over C&D; remains of strong interest. Official BHA Rating 164
B g Falco (USA) Tercah Girl (FR) (Martaline)
Owner: Mason, Hogarth, Ferguson & Done
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Breeder: Mme C. Villaud Ameline & Mr Q. Villaud
Sponsor: Morson Group
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 4 Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE epaulets, WHITE sleeves, RED spots, ROYAL BLUE cap. Form: 3/2232-2
HHHH Consistent chaser who has a Graded prize in him having performed well in several major races, most recently going close off top weight in the Old Roan at Aintree (2m4f, good to soft); the third boosted that form when winning the Paddy Power last Saturday; trainer, who also runs Saint Calvados, has won this race seven times; respected; first preference is 1:50 Haydock.
Official BHA Rating 160
Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3. Stewards Note: COOLE CODY: Following its run on 12/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was pulled up after a bad error 2021: LOSTINTRANSLATION (IRE) 9 11 2 Brendan Powell 4-1 (Colin Tizzard) 6 ran
9-4 Hitman (FR), 5-2 L’homme Presse (FR), 11-4 Saint Calvados (FR), 15-2 Do Your Job (IRE), 8-1 Coole Cody (IRE)
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
Three miles about half a furlong (3m 58yds) (4,800 metres) for four yrs old and upwards
Total race value £125000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £54475; Second £22363; Third £11188; Fourth £5588; Fifth £2800; Sixth £1400. (Penalty Value £71187.50)
B g Oscar (IRE) Run For Sol (FR) (Solon (GER))
Owner: Top Of The Hill Syndicate
Trainer: Charles Byrnes, Ireland Breeder: Top Of The Hill Syndicate
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 12 0 Colours: MAUVE, WHITE disc, WHITE cap Form: 302110
HHH Easily won 2m2f Cesarewitch on the Flat last month; progressive over hurdles in 2021, with two handicap wins (2m4f/2m6f), and although he was below par on his sole crack at 3m there is every chance he’ll stay this far; seems versatile ground-wise and this Irish raider could play a leading role.
Br g Craigsteel Last Theatre (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))
Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Michael O’Donovan Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited
Official BHA Rating 147
Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 13 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap Form: 5F/1PP-2 CD
HHH 11yo who was no match for the winner Good Risk At All when second on his reappearance at Carlisle (2m4f, heavy) last month, but that was still a positive performance and he won the Grade 2 Rendlesham Hurdle over C&D (heavy) in February so will relish conditions; he’s one to consider.
B g Dream Well (FR) Bournie (FR) (Kahyasi)
Owner: John and Yvonne Stone Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder: S.C.E.A. Hamel Stud Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd
Official BHA Rating 146
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 11 Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: F0231-2
HHH Placed in two 3m handicaps at Cheltenham (good to soft/soft) last winter before winning the Grade 2 National Spirit at Fontwell (2m3f, good to soft); second of 15 in Cheltenham handicap (3m, good) on last month’s reappearance and this progressive 6yo could again be thereabouts.
Official BHA Rating 144
B g Kalanisi (IRE) Missindependence (IRE) (Executive Perk)
Owner: Imperial Racing Partnership 2016
Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Breeder: Headfield Farm Ltd
Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
H Two-time novice hurdle winner (2018-19) who won a Grade 2 chase at Ascot
Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 10 Colours: BLACK, WHITE stars, striped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 1UP/FPP D
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Ch g No Risk At All (FR) Sissi Land (FR) (Grey Risk (FR))
Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd
Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff Breeder: M. Collet, J. Collet & M. Collet
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 10 Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE diabolo, hooped sleeves and cap Form: 22216-1
HHHH Made it 2-3 in handicaps when winning on his reappearance at Carlisle (2m4f, heavy) three weeks ago; untested beyond that distance but, having travelled well last time, he found plenty up the Carlisle hill and there can be hope this progressive 6yo will see out the trip; major player if so
Owner: Turcan, Borwick, Dunning & Elles
Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de Manneville
Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
Official BHA Rating 143
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 9 Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 11123-1 D
HHH Landed a 3m hat-trick last season (good to soft/soft) and rediscovered his progressive ways when winning on last month’s reappearance at Ayr (3m, good to soft); he’s 9lb higher in this much hotter race but it was a very smooth win last time and this strong-traveller could have more left in the tank.
B g Fame And Glory Our Honey (IRE) (Old Vic)
Owner: Brian & Sandy Lambert
Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe Breeder: Cyril O’Hara Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport
Official BHA Rating 142
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 9
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 15/1232-
HHHH Impressive on heavy-ground hurdle debut last October and bumped into Constitution Hill and Jonbon the next twice; secondinGrade 1noviceatAintree(2m4f,goodto soft)inAprilandthislightlyracedhalf-brotherto 3m6fNationalHunt Chase winner Stattler has potential now up in trip; firmly in calculations.
Gr g Martaline Royale Majesty (FR) (Nikos)
Owner: Brocade Racing Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras de L’Hotellerie Sponsor: W & S Recycling
Official BHA Rating 142
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 5 Colours: RED and PURPLE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, RED cap Form: 110/1P3- D
HHHHH Just three runs last term and he has to jump better than when back over hurdles at Chepstow in February, when he finished third; however, he’s 2lb lower than for a decisive hurdle win at Exeter (2m7f, heavy) in February 2021 and some of David Pipe’s leading lights have returned to form with reappearance wins this autumn, which along with the ground bodes well for his claims Official BHA Rating 138
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) Silver Stream (IRE) (Milan)
Owner: Mr C. K. Ong & Mr I. Warwick Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Mr & Mrs A. Cox
Sponsor: Morson Group
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2 Colours: RED, BLACK sleeves, RED spots. Form: 323212
HHH Won the competitive EBF Novices’ Final by 3l at Sandown (2m4f, soft) in March and similar form when Listed runner-up at Perth (3m, good to soft) in April; this unexposed 6yo is open to further improvement for his top trainer, who has had an excellent autumn, and he’s a contender.
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) Autumn Leaves (FR) (Muhtathir)
Owner: Mr M. Wasylocha
Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland
Breeder: B. Sangster & Freynestown Stud
Sponsor: Gordon Elliott
Official BHA Rating 135
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 0 Colours: RED and WHITE hooped, check cap Form: 01/0P00
H Won a competitive 2m4f handicap at Aintree’s Grand National meeting in April 2021 and he scored on the Flat in June; however, that summer win came in a modest race and his profile this year has been very patchy; soundly beaten on the Flat last time and may not want testing ground.
Official BHA Rating 133
Br g Passing Glance Miniature Rose (Anshan)
Owner: Coln Valley Partnership
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Coln Valley Stud Sponsor: bresbet ltd
HHH NON RUNNER
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0 Colours: TURQUOISE, BLACK braces, CERISE cap Form: 31220-1
Official BHA Rating 133
B m Getaway (GER) Atomic Winner (IRE) (Poliglote)
Owner: Cherry Knoll Farm, M&T Ward & D Skelton
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Atomic Winner Syndicate Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) Ladbrokes
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 0 Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN braces, WHITE sleeves, CERISE armlets, CERISE cap Form: 113221- D
HHH Runner-up in Listed mares ’ novice at Doncaster (soft) in March on her first attempt at 3m under rules, and she went one better in a mares ’ handicap at Ayr (3m, good to soft) in April; tough task against males on this reappearance but she’s highly regarded by her top trainer and could go well Official BHA Rating 133
B m Fame And Glory Topanberry (IRE) (Topanoora)
Owner: Miss E. Hamilton
Trainer: S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland
Breeder: Miss E. Hamilton
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 7 Colours: PURPLE, RED star and star on cap. Form: 21431-3 D
HH Won two novice hurdles at Ayr (2m4f/3m, heavy/good to soft) earlier this year and she was a respectable third behind Good Risk At All and Wholestone on last month’s handicap/seasonal debut at Carlisle (2m4f, heavy); improvement can’t be ruled out but she may find this too competitive Official BHA Rating 126
Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 6, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 9, 11. Stewards Note: IMPERIAL AURA: Following its run on 12/2/2022 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. 2021: DANS LE VENT (FR) 8 10 7 Isabel Williams 16-1 (Evan Williams) 12 ran
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7-2 Run For Oscar (IRE), 4-1 Might I (IRE), 11-2 Good Risk At All (FR), 7-1 Complete Unknown (IRE), 8-1 Get A Tonic (IRE), 9-1 Wakool (FR), 11-1 Botox Has (FR), 12-1 Brinkley (FR), 16-1 Gentleman At Arms (IRE), 20-1 Imperial Aura (IRE), 25-1 Wholestone (IRE), 33-1 Tronador (IRE), 40-1 Ailie Rose (IRE)
Two miles about three and a half furlongs (2m 3f 58yds) (3,800 metres) for four yrs old and upwards
Total race value £100000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240. (Penalty Value £56950) A
See page 79 for conditions of this race
Coral will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race
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B g Authorized (IRE) Hyde (FR) (Poliglote)
Owner: Mr Steven Packham
Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder: Mr Christophe Toulorge
Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 6 Colours: WHITE, RED stripe, diabolo on sleeves. Form: 40311-3 C BF
HHH Turned in a stinker over fences here three weeks ago and quickly reverts to hurdles; has his quirks but is smart and won the last two runnings of the Kingwell Hurdle at Wincanton; however, has to overcome a 6lb penalty and was only fourth of five in this race last year Official BHA Rating 157
B g Blue Bresil (FR) Queen of The Stage (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))
Owner: Mr Michael Buckley Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Breeder: Mrs S. A. Noott
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 3 Colours: WHITE, BLACK cap. Form: 2/111-
HHHHH Outstanding novice hurdler last term, winning three races by an aggregate of 48l; particularly impressive in the Supreme at Cheltenham (2m, good to soft) the final time, destroying his rivals in a fast time and following up his Tolworth win; should cope with this longer trip (went close in 3m point and has 2m4f winners in pedigree); hugely exciting prospect for this season and currently favourite for the Champion Hurdle; hard to oppose Official BHA Rating 170
B g Milan Daraheen Diamond (IRE) (Husyan (USA))
Owner: Mrs Barbara Hester Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Breeder: Longrove Stud Sponsor: McCoy Contractors
Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 0 Colours: PINK, RED chevrons, PINK sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap, PINK star Form: 1F12P-U D BF
HHHH Has a few letters in his form figures, most recently unseating early at Aintree two weeks ago in a 2m4f race he’d won 12 months earlier; good hurdler on his day and has a Grade 2 success on his CV, namely the 2021 National Spirit (2m3f, good to soft); shortlisted. Official BHA Rating 155
Ch g Excelebration (IRE) Darsan (IRE) (Iffraaj)
Owner: Premier Plastering (UK) Limited
Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote
Breeder: M.
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 0
BLACK, ORANGE
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(REGISTERED AS THE LANCASHIRE STEEPLE CHASE) (GBB RACE)
Three miles about one and a half furlongs, lancs (3m 1f 125yds) (5,100 metres) for five yrs old and upwards
Total race value £200000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £86080; Second £35480; Third £17740; Fourth £8880; Fifth £4440. (Penalty Value £112540) A
B g Kapgarde (FR) Turboka (FR) (Kahyasi)
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: Henry de Bromhead, Ireland
Breeder: Mme Henri Devin
Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10 Colours: RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 212/121- CD
HHHHH Runner-up in the 2021 Gold Cup (good to soft) and reappeared with emphatic win in this race 12 months ago (good to soft); won the Gold Cup (good to soft) by 15l in March and he’ll be tough to beat if anywhere near his best; won a Grade 1 on soft in 2019 and won on heavy ground in France in 2018
Official BHA Rating 180
Gr g Saddler Maker (IRE) La Bole Night (FR) (April Night (FR))
Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Breeder: Mr Jean-Yves Touzaint
Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited
Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 10 Colours: EMERALD GREEN, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap Form: 2P/P32P CD
HHH Pulled up in this race last year and failed to find his peak form on his three subsequent starts; there’s a doubt about whether this 11yo remains the force of old but he showed plenty of spark over 3m4f here in February, when outstayed, and he won this race in 2017, 2018 and 2020 (runner-up in 2019); relishes testing conditions and no surprise to see a bold show.
Official BHA Rating 158
Gr g Khalkevi (IRE) Hesmeralda (FR) (Royal Charter (FR))
Owner: J P Romans & Terry Warner
Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder: Mr Bruno Vagne
Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10 Colours: BLACK, YELLOW triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 32130-2
HH Won the Grade 2 Denman Chase at Newbury (2m7f, good to soft) in February and reappeared with creditable second in the Grade 2 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby (3m, good to soft) three weeks ago; also effective on testing ground but it seems likely his limitations will be exposed in this field.
B g Nickname (FR) Miss Country (FR) (Country Reel (USA))
Owner: Mr P. J. Vogt
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Breeder: Mr Philippe Gasdoue
Sponsor: Morson Group
Official BHA Rating 162
Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 10 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 1/1400-1 C
HHH Three Grade 1 wins, the latest at Down Royal (3m, soft) last October, and he reappeared with a fine handicap win off top weight in the Badger Beer at Wincanton (3m1f, good to firm) two weeks ago; this 10yo is up against it if the reappearing A Plus Tard is close to his best, but he was impressive last time and could run another big race; won over hurdles here on heavy in 2016 Official BHA Rating 164
owner: Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: Mr Guy Cherel & Mme Isabelle Pacault
Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Morson Group
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 10 Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE epaulets, WHITE sleeves, RED spots, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 21/2134
HHH Won the Grade 2 Many Clouds Chase at Aintree (3m1f, soft) last December and third in the Gold Cup (3m2f, good to soft) next time, when about 18l behind the dominant winner A Plus Tard; disappointing in Aintree Grade 1 in April but has had a third wind operation since and he could be the one to benefit if A Plus Tard is below his best
Official BHA Rating 164
two miles about one furlong (2m 167yds) (3,300 metres) for four yrs old and upwards
Total race value £125000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £49688; Second £24838; Third £12425; Fourth £6213; Fifth £3100; Sixth £1550. (Penalty Value £65037.50) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. See page 79 for conditions of this race
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B g Kayf Tara Nothingtoloose (IRE) (Luso)
Owner: Robert Abrey & Ian Thurtle
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
Breeder: Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle
Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 12 0
Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE spots, BEIGE cap, DARK BLUE spots. Form: 111112 D
HHHH Leading 2m novice chaser last season, completing a notable five-timer that culminated in his Arkle success (good to soft); beaten favourite at Aintree but wasn’t disgraced on form; could well have even more to offer this term and commands respect despite conceding weight all round Official BHA Rating 161
Br g Arcadio (GER) Definite Valley (IRE) (Definite Article)
Owner: Mike and Eileen Newbould
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Mr G. Delaney
Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 4 Colours: BLACK, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, sleeves and cap Form: 13123-4 D BF
HHH Dual Grade 2 winner (on good ground) last term but has finished behind Edwardstone on three occasions over fences; now receives 10lb from that rival but needs to bounce back from a disappointing reappearance effort in the Haldon Gold Cup Official BHA Rating 151
B g Anodin (IRE) Jane (GER) (Samum (GER))
Owner: The Stewart Family & Michael Blencowe Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras de L’Hotellerie
Sponsor: Morson Group
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2 Colours: BLACK and WHITE (halved), RED sleeves and cap Form: 2U12F-1 CD
HHHHH Second-season chaser who readily beat Frero Banbou in Grade 3 handicap over C&D (good) three weeks ago, taking record in completed starts over fences to 2-4; looks open to further improvement in this sphere; has won on slow ground; big player despite 7lb rise Official BHA Rating 149
Ch g Midnight Legend Lady Samantha (Fraam)
Owner: Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group
Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff Breeder: Mr David Redvers Sponsor: Potter Group
Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 13 Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE diabolo, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star Form: 11426-3 CD
2lb higher). Official BHA Rating 146
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B g Apsis Lady Banbou (FR) (Useful (FR))
Owner: Mr P. Davies
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford Breeder: Madame Evelyne Banchereau
Sponsor: Faucets Limited
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 9 Colours: DARK BLUE, BROWN chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 31230-2 D
HHHH WonatLingfieldinJanuaryandranwellintheGrandAnnualtwostartslater;nomatchforThymeWhitewhensecond over C&D on reappearance but now gets a 7lb pull with that opponent and holds solid claims, being a largely consistent sort; in the mix. Official BHA Rating 142
B or Br g Presenting Oyster Pipit (IRE) (Accordion)
Owner: Brian & Sandy Lambert
Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe Breeder: Noel James Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 7 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 3402-P1
HHHH Justified favouritism in novice handicap chase at Newton Abbot (2m, good) five weeks ago, beating a subsequent scorer with plenty in hand; still very unexposed over fences, having had just two chasing attempts, and looks an interesting contender despite 8lb rise Official BHA Rating 140
B g Mamool (IRE) Aughamore Beauty (IRE) (Dara Monarch)
Owner: Mr & Mrs Gordon Pink
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: Gestut Romerhof
Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) Ladbrokes
Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 7 Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE cross belts, YELLOW sleeves, PINK armlets, DARK BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap Form: 64304-0 CD
HH Close second in the last two runnings of this contest; however, looks far from certain to fare so well this time having been tailed off here three weeks ago (long way behind three of today’s rivals); change of headgear
B g Martaline Mer d’Arabie (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE))
Owner: Mr P. Byrne
Trainer: Emmet Mullins, Ireland Breeder: N. Madamet, I. Kellitt & A. Thomlinson
Official BHA Rating 140
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 2 Colours: LIGHT BLUE, LIGHT BLUE and PINK striped cap Form: 002111
HHHH Represents shrewd Irish trainer Emmet Mullins, who has a good strike-rate with his British runners; enhanced that record with a success at Carlisle (2m4f, good) most recently, completing a hat-trick; 2-2 in the chasing sphere and should have more to offer; shortlisted. Official BHA Rating 132
Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.
Stewards Note:
THIRD TIME LUCKI: Following its run on 4/11/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. AMOOLA GOLD: Following its run on 29/10/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. 2021: BEFORE MIDNIGHT 8 10 11 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-4 (Sam Thomas) 7 ran
4-1 Edwardstone (GB), 11-2 Thyme White (FR), 6-1 Frero Banbou (FR), 13-2 Before Midnight (GB), 7-1 Amoola Gold (GER), 15-2 Third Time Lucki (IRE), Kiltealy Briggs (IRE), 8-1 Boothill (IRE), 10-1 So Scottish (FR)
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(CLASS 4) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)
About two miles (1m 7f 152yds) (3,100 metres) for four, five and six yrs old
Total race value £5000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
See page 79 for conditions of this race.
In The Paddock will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
RACE FINISH RACE START
B g Gentlewave (IRE) Sablonne (USA) (Silver Hawk (USA))
Owner: Chris Stedman
Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham
Breeder: Mr C. E. Stedman
Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 6 Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BROWN Cross of Lorraine, striped sleeves and star on cap. Form: 1- D
HHH The form of his Huntingdon debut success (2m, soft; ten months ago) hasn’t worked out well and he now carries 4lb penalty in a deeper race; however, won very nicely and looks open to progress; hood goes on Official BHA Rating
B g Bathyrhon (GER) Alpes du Sud (FR) (Astarabad (USA))
Owner: Mrs E. J. Wills Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Breeder: Mr Philippe Rainteau Sponsor: Wasdell Group
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Colours: DARK BLUE, PINK seams, PINK cap, DARK BLUE star Form:
HHH €39,000 3yo; dam unraced sister to French 2m1f chase winner Vison Bleu; major yard has a respectable strike-rate in bumpers, including 5-20 this season; one of several newcomers who need a close look. Official BHA Rating
B g Ask Molly Con (IRE) (Presenting)
Owner: THE FOREVER PARTNERSHIP TWO Trainer: Richard Rowe, Pulborough Breeder: John Mounsey Sponsor: Southern Cranes & Access Limited
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Colours: WHITE, RED chevrons, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap Form: P/543HH SteadilygotthehangofthingsinIrishpoints,asformfiguresofP543reflect;soldfor£17,000sincelastrun;notanobvious bumper type on breeding and new stable has a modest strike-rate in this sphere. Official BHA Rating
B g Sinndar (IRE) Acqua Luna (FR) (Libourne)
Owner: Galloping On The South Downs Partnership Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham Breeder: Mr Pierre Gasnier Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd
running Odin’s Quest.
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Colours: MAUVE and BLACK (quartered), MAUVE sleeves, WHITE cap Form:
Official BHA Rating
Gr g Montmartre (FR) Cagnes Sur Mer (FR) (Irish Wells (FR))
Owner: West Coast Haulage Limited
Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Breeder: Mr Francois-Marie Cottin
Sponsor: Unibet
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 2 Colours: YELLOW, RED diamond, chevrons on sleeves, RED cap Form:
HHH €115,000 3yo; first foal; dam well beaten 12.5f only start, half-sister to 2m3f-3m2f hurdle/useful chase winner Full Back, out of French 2m2f hurdle/chase winning sister to bumper/2m hurdle/chase winner Notre Cyborg; Henderson newcomer, has to be feared
Official BHA Rating
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) Diamond Dee (Deploy)
Owner: Jokulhlaup Syndicate
Trainer: Andy Irvine, East Grinstead
Breeder: Mrs J. A. Gawthorpe
Sponsor: Global Herbs Ltd
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2 Colours: LIGHT GREEN, ORANGE disc, sleeves and cap Form:
HH Dam placed 2m juvenile hurdles, out of unraced half-sister to 7f AW winner Castle Ashby Jack; wears hood on debut; others preferred. Official BHA Rating
Br g Blue Bresil (FR) Whoops A Daisy (Definite Article)
Owner: V.Burke, T.Syder & Mrs D.L.Whateley
Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Breeder: N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston
Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Colours: MAUVE and WHITE diamonds, striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form:
HHHH €45,000 foal; half-brother to 2m4f-3m hurdle/chase winner Angel Of Harlem and bumper/2m hurdle winner Go Dante, out of bumper/useful 2m-3m hurdle winner; has had wind surgery; wears tongue-tie on debut; likely type judged on breeding Official BHA Rating
Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) Cottage Theatre (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))
Owner: McNeill Family & Mrs C Murphy
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Micheal & Ciara Carty
Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions, Ultima Business Solutions
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW seams, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap Form:
HHHHH €90,000 3yo; brother to winners Minella Melody (bumper/2m2f-2m4f hurdle) and Glens Of Antrim (French 11.7f/Ire 2m4f hurdle), half-brother to bumper winner Forty One Winks; dam unraced sister to bumper/smart hurdle winner Glens Melody; looks good on the page; respected newcomer Official BHA Rating
B g Getaway (GER) Send To War (Sendawar (IRE))
Owner: Syd Hosie Trainer: Syd Hosie, Sherborne Breeder: Eamonn Bracken
Sponsor: Sherborne Utilities Ltd
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE star Form: F31-2
HHHH Opened his account at the third attempt in Irish points; always well placed in slowly run event over C&D (good) three weeks ago, finishing second, but taken at face value that’s the best bumper form on offer Official BHA Rating
B f Walk In The Park (IRE) Tocororo (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))
Owner: Mr Michael Geoghegan Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Breeder: Coolmara Stables Ltd Sponsor: Morson Group
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 9 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevrons, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW star Form:
of two interesting runners for Paul Nicholls. Official BHA Rating
B f Mullionmileanhour (IRE) Shantou Breeze (IRE) (Shantou (USA))
Owner: Mr M. Madgwick Trainer: Michael Madgwick, Denmead Breeder: M. J. Madgwick
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 9 Colours: LIGHT BLUE and WHITE stripes, quartered cap Form: 0H Down the field at Kempton eight months ago, having been a 125-1 shot; best watched. Official BHA Rating Hood
7-2 Immortal (FR), Thames Water (IRE), 5-1 Larchmont Lass (IRE), 13-2 Way Out (IRE), 8-1 Beachcomber (FR), Hermino Aa (FR), Table Thirty Four (GB), 10-1 Odin’s Quest (GB), 25-1 Endersen (IRE), 40-1 Privatearing (GB), 66-1 Time To Breeze (GB)
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
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S AT U R DAY 2 1 S T JA N U A R Y
We have lift-off... Brush away any New Year blues as Ascot opens for 2023 with the Clarence House Chase Raceday. As ever the racecourse will be a hive of activity with warming winter dishes and cocktails across the spectacular Grandstand, plus a fantastic card of top-class National Hunt racing.
The much-loved Grade 1 Clarence House Steeple Chase is the highlight as the top two mile chasers go head-to-head. Previous winners including Desert Orchid, Master Minded, Un De Sceaux, Sire De Grugy, Altior and of course Shishkin who got the better of Energumene in that epic duel last season.
Tickets from £30 Under 18s go free
F R I DAY 1 6 T H & S AT U R DAY 1 7 T H
Gather family and friends to celebrate the festive season in style and enjoy the most valuable meeting of Ascot’s Jumps season. The competition is set to be thrilling with Friday featuring a pair of valuable Grade 2 races and Saturday headlined by the Grade 1 Howden Long Walk Hurdle.
Saturday’s family day is made extra-special as a traditional Nutcracker themed Christmas is brought to life with roaming toy soldiers, wish fairies and parlour games. There will be an abundance of seasonal fun for racegoers of all ages, including candle-lit carol singing with the Ascot brass band, fairground rides, face painting and the chance to see Father Christmas himself.
Tickets from £20 Under 18s go free
S AT U R DAY 1 8 T H F E B R U A R Y
One of the most important Jumps fixtures in our calendar with the Grade 1 Betfair Ascot Chase always providing a thrilling contest. Supported by the Grade 2 Reynoldstown Novices’ Chase, this competitive card provides the perfect chance for horses to fine-tune their preparations for the Cheltenham Festival.
Tickets from £30 Under 18s go free
S U N DAY 2 N D A P R I L
Our first family raceday of 2023 offers a thrilling combination of top class racing and free themed activities for racegoers of all ages. The final fixture of Ascot’s Jumps season, the card features something for everybody with a valuable juvenile hurdle as well as a Veterans’ Chase for the popular older horses There will be plenty of action on and off the track and children can explore the racecourse in a safe environment with free fun attractions.
Tickets from £30 Under 18s go free
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Veterinary Surgeons
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Nick Smith
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First Race 12.20 THE raceshare.com
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Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13615 to the winning horse The second to receive £6272, the third £3135 and the fourth £1570. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, November 14th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 5lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 8lb RaceShare.com has generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Molton Brown. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 13 entries at £125 Closed November 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £10433; Second £5218; Third £2608; Fourth £1305 (Penalty Value £13615) A SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 12.55 THE EBONY HORSE CLUB NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8169 to the winning horse The second to receive £3763, the third £1881, the fourth £942 and the fifth £350 for novice four yrs old and upwards £75 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Lowest weight 10st 13lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after November 12th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 7lb (12lb weight range). Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries, 2 at £15 and 8 at £75. Closed November 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £6260; Second £3131; Third £1565; Fourth £783; Fifth £280 (Penalty Value £8169) SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.30 THE MARINER SYSTEMS MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6753 to the winning horse The second to receive £3111, the third £1554, the fourth £778, the fifth £350 and the sixth £350 for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Penalties, after November 12th, 2022, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries, 1 at £12 and 11 at £60 Closed November 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £5175; Second £2588; Third £1293; Fourth £647; Fifth £280; Sixth £280 (Penalty Value £6753.04) SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.05 THE CHANELLE PHARMA 1965 STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £39865 to the winning horse The second to receive £14959, the third £7490, the fourth £3731 and the fifth £1876. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, November 14th and pay £350 stake, Supplementary Entry by noon, November 16th and pay £1926 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2021, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 / Premier Handicap steeple chase 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 steeple chase 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Beginners’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Steeple Chases in France). CHANELLE PHARMA has generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £200 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Chanelle Pharma. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 9 entries at £350 Closed November 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £30506; Second £12523; Third £6265; Fourth £3129; Fifth £1568. (Penalty Value £39865) A SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.40 THE CORAL HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Registered as The Ascot Hurdle Race) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56950 to the winning horse The second to receive £21370, the third £10700, the fourth £5330 and the fifth £2680. for four yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 120 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation.. Enter by noon, November 14th and pay £500 stake, Supplementary Entry by noon, November 16th and pay £1716 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2021, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 / Premier Handicap hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). Coral has generously sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £200 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CORAL. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 9 entries at £500 Closed November 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £43580; Second £17890; Third £8950; Fourth £4470; Fifth £2240 (Penalty Value £56950) A SEE PAGE 58 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.15 THE JIM BARRY WINES HURST PARK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £65037 to the winning horse The second to receive £29900, the third £14950, the fourth £7475, the fifth £3737 and the sixth £1862. for four yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, November 1st and pay £155 stake, Confirm by noon, November 14th and pay £470, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Penalties, after November 6th, 2022, for each steeple chase won 5lb. Jim Barry Wines have kindly sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £200 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Gerard Bertrand. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 6 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race, such that racecourse performances up to and including Sunday, November 6th, may be taken into account. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if, up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 23 entries, 10 at £155, 13 at £625 Closed November 1st, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £49688; Second £24838; Third £12425; Fourth £6213; Fifth £3100; Sixth £1550 (Penalty Value £65037.50) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 64 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.50 THE IN THE PADDOCK OWNERSHIP DAY
(CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, November 14th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb Of 3 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. In The Paddock will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of In The Paddock. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 14 entries at £25 Closed November 14th, 2022. Owners Prize Money Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
SEE PAGE 70 FOR THIS RACE.
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At all meetings there is a team of specially qualified vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses.
During each race vets follow the horse by car and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties. It is standard practise for screens to be fixed around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This does not reflect the severity of an injury, just allows the vet some privacy and the patient a calm environment in which to recover. Please do not always assume the worst if you see screens around a fallen horse.
In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on entrance money and car parks will only be made in the following circumstances:
a) Abandonment before the running of the first race full refund.
b) Abandonment before the third or feature race, whichever is later 50% refund
In the event of an abandonment, please apply to the Customer Liaison Team in writing within three days for a refund.
