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Veterans’ Handicap
Steeple Chase (Class 4)
for ten yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £9000 ¨ Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (15 wins from 187 runners, 8%) runs MISTER BELLS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (5 wins from 12 runners, 42%) runs CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER
Weightwatcher: BACK ON THE LASH won off a handicap mark of 137, his rating is now down 15lb to 122. Longest Traveller: SIBERIAN STAR trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 295 miles.
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
1 BACK ON THE LASH (GB) (24) 00-P03U 11 12-2
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Giovanna Daire McConville (5) J
O Maughan, Redknapp, Ryan, Salters Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips Fbc Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Cross-Country winner at Cheltenham who returned to form when third back there in November However, his record is distinctly patchy and already losing his position when unseating in race won by Skyhill at Kelso (26.2f) 24 days ago. Cheekpieces back on but he’s hard to predict. TFR###!! BHA122
2 CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER (IRE) (25) 4-F40U3 CD 10 11-11
Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Meldrum Hall (IRE) Beau Morgan (3) J
O Crowd Racing and Partner Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Thomas F. Hannon Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner around 3m in spring 2022 (including over C&D). Lightly raced since and didn’t find race run to suit when third of 8 in handicap chase at Leicester (20.1f) 25 days ago, never on terms with front 2. One to consider back up in trip. TFR##### BHA117
3 ROSTELLO (FR) (22) 021-P05 10 10-10
Br Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR) Luke Scott J
O Andy Clarke & Stella Barclay Stella Barclay, Garstang T
B Patrick Boiteau
TIMEFORM VIEW Not straightforward but put it all together under a good ride when winning 4-runner Southwell handicap in April. Took little interest there following month, however, and well held both starts upon joining present yard. Hard to warm to at present. TFR#!!!! BHA102
4 SKYHILL (IRE) (24) 54504-1 CD 12 10-8
Br B g Gold Well - Classic Mari (IRE) Charlie Maggs J
O Mr J. P. G. Hamilton Alison Hamilton, Denholm T
B Jay Kavanagh
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran C&D winner who ended last season in a lull but bounced right back to best after 8 months off when winning 8-runner handicap chase at Kelso (26.2f) 24 days ago, switch to front running serving him well. Definite possibilities up 6lb. TFR####! BHA100
5 MISTER BELLS (IRE) (61) 3133-P3 CD 11 10-8
Br B g Power - Keyaza (IRE) Emma Smith-Chaston J
O Mr And Mrs Paul Chapman Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr Tom Treacy
Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark having his first start in veterans’ company in this race last season. Well below his best in pair of starts this winter, detached for most of the way when last of 3 returned to this C&D in November TFR##!!! BHA100
6 SIBERIAN STAR (GB) (11) 1U0425 10 10-6
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Sierra (FR)
Shane Fenelon J
O Mr Mickey Bowen Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Dr B. Mayoh
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who has offered plenty over hurdles for new yard, plugging on when fifth of 11 in handicap at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) 11 days ago. Not discounted back over fences/returned to this longer trip. TFR###!! BHA98
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 3m 1f 54y
2024: MISTER BELLS (IRE) 10 10 5 Emma Smith-Chaston 7-2 (Micky Hammond) 6 ran Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 6.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Skyhill (IRE), 3-1 Champagnesuperover (IRE), 7-2 Back On The Lash (GB), 5-1 Siberian Star (GB), 14-1 Mister Bells (IRE), 33-1 Rostello (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER didn’t shape at all badly with a view to stepping back up to this trip when third at Leicester, and Olly Murphy’s 10-y-o is selected to strike having fallen to a career-low mark. Skyhill benefited from positive tactics when winning on return at Kelso and he’s feared, as is Siberian Star back over larger obstacles.
PREDICTION:
Retraining of Racehorses
SECOND RACE 1.38
The Go Racing In Yorkshire Season Ticket
Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4)
(GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards, ¨ Total prize fund £8000 ¨ Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mrs S J Smith (13 wins from 85 runners, 15%) runs TYSON MAGOO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (10 wins from 44 runners, 23%) runs JARRIVE DE MEE
Longest Traveller: JARRIVE DE MEE trained by W P Mullins, Ireland.
1 GENTLEMAN BILL (IRE) (40) U11-311 7 12-0
Br B g Rule of Law (USA) - Snow Water (IRE) Henry Brooke J
O Bill’s a Gent Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Fionan O’Driscoll Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who made it 2-3 in this sphere with an easy success in 2m novice at Doncaster 40 days ago. Has more to come and looks a likely player. TFR####! BHA123
2 JARRIVE DE MEE (FR) (62) 41-1 6 11-9
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Capelle de Mee (FR) Mr P. W. Mullins J
O Aisling Byrne/M. Cunningham/P Raleigh W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Mr Andre Marcel Pommerai
TIMEFORM VIEW Authorized gelding made a highly promising hurdling debut when most impressive winner of 7-runner novice at Thurles (15.9f, good) in November Irish raider has lots more to offer and is hard to side against. TFR##### BHA-
3 ARNIE (IRE) (26) 350 5 11-2
Br Ch g Malinas (GER) - Celestial Chimes (IRE) Miss Pippa Brown (7) J
O M Buckley, P Platts, E Swires & the BFRP Danny Brooke, Middleham T
B Miss Lillian Barry Danny Brooke Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Malinas gelding was placed in a point but offered little in a Sedgefield bumper on his Rules debut 26 days ago. TFR##!!! BHA-
4 THE CLONMEL KID (IRE) (39) 535-32 6 11-2
Br B g Youmzain (IRE) - Downsouth (IRE) Joe Williamson (3) J
O Mr Peter Rawcliffe Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Mrs Clodagh Fitzgerald Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 13/2, second of 10 in bumper at Newcastle 39 days ago. Much respected on his hurdles debut. TFR###!! BHA-
5 TYSON MAGOO (IRE) (36) 353 5 11-2
Br B g Westerner - Sunset Times (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Mrs A. Ellis Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Miss Mary R. Barry Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in an Irish point and took a step forward from hurdling debut when third in 7-runner novice over C&D 36 days ago. Likely to progress further Possibilities. TFR###!! BHA-
6 FANCY NANCY PANTS (GB) (21) 0444 5 10-9
Br B m Dylan Mouth (IRE) - Bespoke Lady (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O Mr P. Kirby
Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Jill Musgrave Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers and on Sedgefield hurdling debut. Significantly more is required. TFR##!!! BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 66y
7 INTERTWINE (FR) (33) 200-P40 7 10-9
Br B m Montmartre (FR) - Bambouzle (FR) Sean Quinlan J
O A. C. O’Keeffe
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Diana Vasicek PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, first run since leaving Declan Queally when patiently-ridden tenth of 14 in novice hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) 33 days ago. Back up in trip. May do better. TFR###!! BHA-
2024: ONE MORE STROKE (IRE) 5 11 2 Brian Hughes 14-1 (Donald McCain) 10 ran
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-6 Jarrive de Mee (FR), 5-2 Gentleman Bill (IRE), 12-1 The Clonmel Kid (IRE), Tyson Magoo (IRE), 100-1 Fancy Nancy Pants (GB), Intertwine (FR), 150-1 Arnie (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Willie Mullins’ JARRIVE DE MEE created an excellent impression when making a winning hurdles debut at Thurles and is impossible to side against with considerably more to come in all likelihood. Gentleman Bill also has better days ahead of him and appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of C&D third Tyson Magoo and newcomer The Clonmel Kid.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JARRIVE DE MEE (FR) 2.GENTLEMAN BILL (IRE) 3.TYSON MAGOO (IRE)
RESULTS
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racingtv.com/freetrial Handicap Steeple Chase
(Class 5)
for five yrs old and upwards, ¨ Total prize fund £8000 ¨ Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mrs S J Smith (13 wins from 85 runners, 15%) runs EMOTIONAL ROLLER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (3 wins from 14 runners, 21%) runs HOBB’S DELIGHT
Longest Traveller: HOBB’S DELIGHT trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 264 miles.
1 TEDWIN HILLS (IRE) (96) 42313-P 8 12-0
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Ashwell Lady (IRE) Oliver Boyden (10) J
O Mr Scott Turner Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B William Mangan Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at Huntingdon (24f) in October 2023 before almost a year off the track after his next outing. Folded rather tamely on his comeback/stable debut at Uttoxeter this October but given time and he’s not one to write off TFR####! BHA100
2 SUPER CITIZEN (GB) (25) 5-32333 11 12-0
Br B g Multiplex - Kallithea (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Mrs L Hughes Lucinda Hughes, Carlton-In-Cleveland T
B Mrs A. M. O’Sullivan
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start for this yard in a Kelso hunter (23.4f, heavy) 12 months ago and largely consistent in defeat since, staying on latter stages when third in a C&D handicap chase 25 days ago. Fancied to go well again from 2lb lower mark. TFR####! BHA100
3 BIG BEE HIVE (IRE) (21) 12P45P D BF 8 11-11
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Matinee Time (IRE) Jonathan England J
O Mr R. J. Hewitt
Sam England, Guiseley T
B Miss Carmel Whelan Golden Sunset Holidays, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Southwell and Cartmel in the spring and essentially in better heart than recent form figures suggest, a couple of late errors finishing him off when pulled up back at Southwell (24.3f) 3 weeks ago. Certainly not one to write off. TFR###!! BHA97
4 HOBB’S DELIGHT (GB) (36) 1-42204 BF 9 11-8
Br B g Milan - Hobb’s Dream (IRE) James Bowen J
O Hobbs and Mulholland Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B John Hobbs & Neil Mulholland
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive over hurdles and only just touched off on chase debut at Plumpton (25.7f) in October Bad mistake didn’t help his cause next time but back on track when fourth at Wincanton (25.1f) 5 weeks ago. Cheekpieces go on now and of interested re-united with James Bowen. TFR##### BHA94
5 BENEFIT BEN (IRE) (21) 0260-04 7 11-4
Br Ch g Ocovango - Benefit Scheme (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B Mr P. Murphy North Sea Logistics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Irish pointer who showed ability in maiden/novice hurdles last winter but hasn’t really kicked on, only fourth despite jumping adequately on chasing debut at Musselburgh last time. Others make more appeal. TFR##!!! BHA90
6 AAZZA (IRE) (55) 040-003 9 11-4
Br B m Beat Hollow - Kalygarde (FR) Craig Nichol J
O Helen Ray and Isabel Tebay Paul Robson, Alnwick T
B Louis G. Vambeck Prct Bloodstocks Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over hurdles for Rose Dobbin and better for return/stable debut effort equipped with cheekpieces when third of 7 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (23.8f) in November Step back up in trip ought to suit returned to larger obstacles. TFR###!! BHA90
7 BATMAN FOR EVER (GER) (230) 6061-33 8 11-2
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Bear Nora (GER) Sam Coltherd J O Coltherd Racing Club
Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B R.A. Beine & U.A Rom Bell Rural Solutions S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler/chaser at up to 2 1/2m in France in 2021. Belatedly confirmed he still has something to offer on third start for new yard when third of 13 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (3m) in June and the betting can prove a useful guide back from 7 months off TFR###!! BHA88
8 EMOTIONAL ROLLER (IRE) (25) 0022P5 BF 7 10-12
Br B g Valirann (FR) - Carleys Flight (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T B Brendan Caulfield Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Solid second over hurdles at Carlisle in November and backed that up when again finding just one too good in a Wetherby handicap (19.4f, heavy) on chase debut. However, consistency isn’t his forte and he’s not run to the same level either start since. TFR###!! BHA84
9 DON BROCCO (GB) (42) 465-656 D 9 10-8
Br Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Brantingham Breeze Bruce Lynn J
O Rutherford Racing Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T B Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden handicap chaser who wasn’t disgraced when fifth of 13 at Carlisle (26.2f, soft) in December Similar form when sixth in a big-field handicap hurdle at Hexham 6 weeks ago and likely he’ll come up short for win purposes returned to this sphere. Cheekpieces/tongue tie applied. TFR###!! BHA80
10 WEXFORD PARK (IRE) (21) 0450-PP 7 10-3
Br B g Gamut (IRE) - Corrib Princess (IRE) James Best J
O Mr Simon Boucher Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B E. Hogan & P. Murphy Cheshire Flooring Specialists Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in points but little show under Rules so far, never travelling/jumping with fluency after 8 months off when pulled up in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, heavy) 21 days ago. Plenty to prove with cheekpieces fitted. TFR##!!! BHA75
11 IDEAL DE ROMAY (FR) (16) 56602P 7 10-2
Br B g Coastal Path - Cardora (FR) Conor O’Farrell J
O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine T
B Gerard Gordat & Olivier Gordat
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who is winless under Rules but one of better efforts when second of 7 in handicap chase at Newcastle (23.4f) in December Pulled up back over hurdles at Ayr (21.4f) 16 days ago, and this not easy once more from out of the weights. TFR##!!! BHA67
2024: EVENT OF SIVOLA (FR) 10 11 9 Jamie Hamilton 12-1 (Mark Walford) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6, 9.
Stewards Note: TEDWIN HILLS: Following its run on 18/10/2024 it was reported that the horse sustained a wound to right-fore. BIG BEE HIVE: Following its run on 1/1/2025 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-2 Hobb’s Delight (GB), 13-2 Batman For Ever (GER), 7-1 Super Citizen (GB), Aazza (IRE), 8-1 Big Bee Hive (IRE), 10-1 Tedwin Hills (IRE), Emotional Roller (IRE), 14-1 Don Brocco (GB), 16-1 Ideal de Romay (FR), 22-1 Benefit Ben (IRE), 25-1 Wexford Park (IRE)
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THE TIMEFORM VIEW HOBB’S DELIGHT showed he’s got a race of this nature within reach when just touched off at Plumpton 3 starts ago and, arriving having performed creditably when fourth at Wincanton 5 weeks ago, he rates one of the likelier types with cheekpieces fitted for the first time. Tedwin Hills if bouncing back and Super Citizen are others to consider, with Aazza another to note on her second stint chasing.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.HOBB’S DELIGHT 2.TEDWIN HILLS (IRE) 3.SUPER CITIZEN RESULTS
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FOURTH RACE 2.38
The Racing TV Profits Returned To Racing Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £10000 ¨ Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (23 wins from 149 runners, 15%) runs RIDIN SOLO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (8 wins from 44 runners, 18%) runs KOMEDY KICKS
Longest Traveller: KAZONTHERAZZ trained by M Keighley, Cheltenham, 211 miles.
1 DIAMOND KODA (IRE) (27) 22U2-32 BF 6 12-0
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Myakoda (FR) Charlie Hammond J
O Newstead Priory Racing Syndicate Nick Kent, Brigg T
B Ms Salome Brennan Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form when runner-up all 3 starts in bumpers and yet to finish outside placings on all completed starts over hurdles, conceding first run in steadily-run race at Market Rasen (16.6f) latterly. Should remain competitive back in a handicap. TFR####! BHA108
2
KOMEDY
KICKS
(IRE) (24) 212-P41 6 11-13
Br B m Churchill (IRE) - Komedy (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Racehorse Rascals Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mark Hanly & Stephanie Hanly Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed the promise of her stable debut when landing 7-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (18.1f, good to soft) 24 days ago, in command when wandered into headwind run-in. Looks capable of winning again. TFR##### BHA107
3 ACHNAMARA (GB) (27) 0/6-62P1 6 11-12
Br B g Kodiac - Albamara Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O RedHotGardogs Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Miss K. Rausing Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat and belatedly ran to similar level over hurdles when runner-up at Sedgefield (19.8f) in November Below-par next time, but left that behind when scoring easily back at Sedgefield on Boxing Day Good claims if turning up in a similar mood. TFR###!! BHA106
4 RIDIN SOLO (IRE) (47) 225-333 7 11-11
Br Br g Ocovango - Takemewithyou Brian Hughes J
O The Red Sash Racing Club Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Miss S. J. Sandes Nick Brown Racing Clubs S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who has shown fair form over hurdles, placed on 5 of 6 starts, latterly in 8-runner maiden at Sedgefield (19.8f, soft). Cheekpieces on for 1st time. TFR###!! BHA105
5 MY FRIEND YEATS (IRE) (25) 625502 7 11-11
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Lady Vanquish (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Mr S. Russell Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Michael Ward Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track in first-time cheekpieces and tongue strap when second of 7 in C&D handicap (good) 25 days ago, just failing. Visor on for 1st time and in the mix with a repeat. TFR###!! BHA105
6 FINAL EDGAR (IRE) (78) 253-6P6 7 11-9
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Vita Nuova (IRE) Jonathan England J
O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B James T. Williams Adra Projects Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t taken to chasing but interesting from a reduced mark back over hurdles. TFR####! BHA103
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 66y
7 KAZONTHERAZZ (GB) (35) 23-0053 9 11-8
Br B m Kayf Tara - Giovanna Sean Bowen J
O The Meagher Family Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips Fbc Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2021 but turned in his best effort of the season when third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (21.2f, soft, 20/1) 35 days ago. Merits consideration off same mark. TFR####! BHA102
8 TOMMY JOHNSON (IRE) (382) 2P55- 6 11-8
Br B g Westerner - Sea Breeze Lady (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Cambridge Racing, West and Evans Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mrs Fidelma Coleman
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who showed promise on 3 of 4 starts last season, including when fifth in 9-runner handicap at Newcastle when last seen a year ago. May yet do better TFR###!! BHA102
9 AQUITAINE BOY (FR) (6) 0/0F//-161 10 11-8 (in 7lb ex)
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dolce Vita Yug Jamie Hamilton J
O Mrs J. M. Dodd Ruth Jefferson, Malton T
B Dr V. Michel Crochelet Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Belied odds of 40/1 back from nearly 3 years off when making a winning start for this yard in a 15.8f novice at Southwell (good) in May and got back on the up when landing 10-runner handicap at Newcastle (20.3f) last week, just holding on. Should remain competitive under a penalty. TFR###!! BHA95 (+4)
10 WALK IN THE VALLEY (IRE) (21) 34/-0P53 6 11-2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Flaming Queen (IRE) Tom Midgley (3) J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B William J. Noonan Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not disgraced both starts in points in spring 2023 and showed a bit more than previously over hurdles when third of 5 on handicap debut here (15.7f) 3 weeks ago. Bred to be suited by the step up in trip and could have further improvement in him. TFR###!! BHA96
11 LOVE TRUE (FR) (48) 353-42 5 11-0
Br B m Ectot - Netsuke (IRE) Henry Brooke J
O Mr E. A. Brook Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mrs Elisabeth Ribard Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner at up to 13f in France. Stepped up on reappearance when second of 5 at Market Rasen (16.6f, soft) last month (winner got first run). Still relatively lightly raced in this sphere and should go well again. TFR###!! BHA94
12 EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN (IRE) (44) 050025 7 11-0
Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Ravish Sean Quinlan J
O Mrs D Chapman & Mrs E Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden but better signs for new yard when second of 7 at Musselburgh (24f) in November and again ran with credit when fifth of 12 at same venue 44 days ago. No forlorn hope. TFR###!! BHA94
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2024: HERAKLES WESTWOOD (FR) 7 11 3 James Bowen 9-4 (Warren Greatrex) 11 ran Visor worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 12.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-2 Komedy Kicks (IRE), 6-1 Achnamara (GB), 8-1 Ridin Solo (IRE), 9-1 Diamond Koda (IRE), Aquitaine Boy (FR), 11-1 My Friend Yeats (IRE), 12-1 Kazontherazz (GB), Love True (FR), 16-1 Final Edgar (IRE), 20-1 Tommy Johnson (IRE), 22-1 Walk In The Valley (IRE), 28-1 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW KOMEDY KICKS confirmed the promise of her stable debut with a last-to-first success at Kelso just over 3 weeks ago and a 5lb rise may not be enough to prevent the follow up with further progress in the offing. Diamond Koda is proving consistent and should give another good account off top weight back in a handicap, with Kazontherazz and Final Edgar others to note.
KICKS (IRE)
FIFTH RACE 3.08
The Start Your Racingtv Free Trial Now Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)
for novice five yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £8000 ¨ Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (23 wins from 149 runners, 15%) runs JUST GINO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A M Thomson (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs GOODTIMES BADTIMES
Longest Traveller: COMEONRITA trained by F Brennan, Upper Lambourn, 234 miles.
1 GOODTIMES BADTIMES (IRE) (94) 2/0-4332 10 12-0
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - One Love (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O Chicken Hutch Racers Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B S. J. Osborne Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted a good second of 8 in handicap chase at Sedgefield (21.1f, good to soft) 94 days ago. Tongue strap back on and needs to back it up. TFR##!!! BHA96
2 I’M TOO TIRED (IRE) (27) 13P-331 5 11-12
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Ard Na Sidhe (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Alan Baxter & Jennie Candlish Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Epona Bloodstock Ltd PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in this sphere in 4-runner handicap chase (5/4) at Sedgefield (16.4f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Expected to be bang there despite a 3lb rise. TFR####! BHA100
3 JUST GINO (FR) (21) 5-54042 6 11-11
Br Ch g It’s Gino (GER) - Distillee (FR) Theo Gillard J
O Mr T. G. Leslie Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Mr S. Berger & Mr J. M. Prost Alamartine
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue tied/cheekpieces on for 1st time when an improved second of 4 in handicap chase over C&D (good to soft) 21 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up once more. TFR###!! BHA93
4 GET A SUPERSTAR (IRE) (25) 444453 7 11-10
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Glenariff Charlie Hammond J
O Mr J. H. Graham Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Luke O’Reilly Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick, coming in third of 8 in handicap over C&D on his debut over fences 25 days ago. Not taken lightly off a 2lb lower mark. TFR####! BHA92
5 MR MAHLER (IRE) (25) P0-0034 BF 7 11-1
Br Ch g Mahler - Catcheragain (IRE) Tom Midgley (3) J
O Ian Barker & Sue Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Thistletown Stud Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Points runner-up who shaped encouragingly when fourth of 6 in handicap chase here (15.7f, good) on his debut over fences 25 days ago, staying on late. Open to improvement back over further Likely player TFR##### BHA83
6 BRAVETHEWAVES (GB) (27) 30/-000F 8 10-8
Br B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Miss Lucky Penny Toby Wynne (3) J
O The Brave Bunch Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mr S. G. Adams Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but running well (in fourth) when fell 2 out in handicap chase at Wetherby (19.4f, soft) on his debut over fences 27 days ago. Possibilities. TFR###!! BHA76
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 51y
7 COMEONRITA (GB) (48) 6/30PP-4 7 10-7
Br Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pennepoint James Best J
O The Canny Heritage Syndicate Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T B J. C. Haynes
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who came in a well-held fourth of 6 on her yard debut in handicap hurdle at Leicester (15.5f, heavy) 48 days ago. More required now going chasing. TFR##!!! BHA75
8 YOU SAY ITS OVER (IRE) (57) 264-406 7 10-6
Br Gr m Kingston Hill - Beg La Eile (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J
O Resdev Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr John Motherway Resdev Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success but runner-up 4 times last season. Little to shout about this term so needs this switch to fences to spark major improvement. TFR##!!! BHA74
9 ERIC CARMEN (IRE) (5) 34032P 9 10-5
Br B g Fame And Glory - Cooper’s Joy (IRE) Jack Hogan (3) J
O The Ed-Chester Partnership Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Patrick Doyle Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable individual who was pulled up in handicap chase at Market Rasen (17.2f, good to soft) 5 days ago. Cheekpieces go back on now with work to do. TFR##!!! BHA73
10 EDMOND DANTES (IRE) (64) 0P-00P0 9 10-2
Br Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Abhasana (IRE) William Maggs (5) J
O Mr James Proudfoot & Mrs Sue Murtagh Barry Murtagh, Carlisle T B Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Only seventh of 11 in handicap chase (100/1) at Carlisle (15.9f, good to soft) 64 days ago. Blinkers are reached for now TFR##!!! BHA69
2024: NOCHE NEGRA (SPA) 7 11 3 Lewis Dobb 6-1 (L J Morgan) 6 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 9.
Stewards Note: COMEONRITA: Following its run on 5/12/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
PROBABLE S.P.’s 10-3 I’m Too Tired (IRE), 4-1 Get A Superstar (IRE), 5-1 Goodtimes Badtimes (IRE), 11-2 Just Gino (FR), 15-2 Mr Mahler (IRE), 14-1 Eric Carmen (IRE), 22-1 Bravethewaves (GB), 40-1 You Say Its Over (IRE), 50-1 Edmond Dantes (IRE), 66-1 Comeonrita (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW MR MAHLER made a promising start over fences when a staying-on fourth here last time out and can build on it to gain a breakthrough victory now his stamina is unlocked more. I’m Too Tired is feared most on the back of his Sedgefield success ahead of in-form pair Get A Superstar and Just Gino.
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1st 2nd
3rd 4th
A cash prize will be awarded to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento. RACE SPONSOR
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The Download Raceday Ready Today Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £7000 ¨ Declared Runners 13 Owners Prize Money 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (23 wins from 149 runners, 15%) runs SEA LEGEND Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (8 wins from 44 runners, 18%) runs FAR AWAY WEST
Longest Traveller: FAR AWAY WEST trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 181 miles.
1 BATHGATE (GB) (40) 052412 5 12-0
Br B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Comtesse du Sud (FR) Joe Williamson (3) J
O Mr P. Kirby Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward when opening his account at Sedgefield in November and ran well when second to a handicap debutant at Doncaster (16.6f, good to soft) 40 days ago. Could be in the mix once more in his current form. TFR####! BHA100
2 SEA LEGEND (FR) (54) 42 5 12-0
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Dame du Roi (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Mr James Fyffe & Mr Scott Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Mr E. Puerari & SC Ecurie Ades-Hazan Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat and in the frame both starts over hurdles, having a wind op prior to finishing a remote second at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft) last time (winner has scored again since). One to consider with cheekpieces added as he goes handicapping. TFR####! BHA100
3 LOOKING SPLENDID (GB) (27) 0-5P425 7 11-9
Br B g Passing Glance - Splendid Blue (IRE) Bruce Lynn J
O Mrs A. J. Boswell Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T
B Mrs Joanna Boswell
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden but has been shown more in handicaps on his last 3 starts, running creditably when fifth of 9 at Wetherby (19.7f, soft) on Boxing Day Can give another good account as he drops in trip. TFR###!! BHA95
4 MISTER MOODLES (GB) (27) 0-050PF 7 11-9
Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Sherry Ross Chapman J
O Mike and Eileen Newbould Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mike & Eileen Newbould Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Doncaster on second start over hurdles last season but has yet to fire in handicaps this term, doing too much too soon in first-time visor when falling at the last at Sedgefield (19.8f, good to soft) on Boxing Day Back down in trip. TFR##!!! BHA95
5 ONESOC (IRE) (657) 533134/- D 8 11-9
Br B g Valirann (FR) - Hollyvillaexpress (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Mrs A. Ellis Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Noel Doyle Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 1m 7f 156y
7 MULLINS CROSS (IRE) (220) 550-504 9 11-1
Br B m Valirann (FR) - Julimark (IRE) Ben Smith (7) J O West Loudoun Racing Club R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Miss R. O’Neill
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled her career tally at Bangor in December 2023 but hasn’t been able to match that level since, fourth of 14 at Downpatrick (17.8f, good) when last seen in June. Off 7 months ahead of first run since leaving John Joseph Hanlon. TFR##!!! BHA87
Br Ch m Teofilo (IRE) - Saintly Hertfield (USA) David Noonan J O Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Isn’t straightforward but she won on the Flat last summer and encouragement on first 2 starts back hurdling this season, including when fourth at Newcastle (16.9f, good) in October Wasn’t ideally placed at Leicester last time so she’s not ruled out. TFR###!! BHA86
9 BELLE NA BANN (IRE) (21) 40-2002 CD 9 10-8
Br B m Califet (FR) - Cut ‘n’ Run (IRE) Joshua Thompson (7) J
O Ms D Morley & Partner Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr E. A. P. Scouller Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Newcastle in December 2023 before following up over C&D. Form has been in and out since, but one of better races when bumping into an improver back at this C&D (good to soft) 3 weeks ago. Task is now to build on latest effort. TFR##!!! BHA80
10 SWEET SOUL MUSIC (IRE) (36) 4526 4 10-8
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Deep Influence Craig Nichol J
O J Blackburn, Imperial Racing Brian Ellison, Malton T
B JC Bloodstock Limited Brian Ellison Racing Limited, Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form on the Flat but, with a visor added, showed more than on first 2 starts over hurdles when runner-up in juvenile at this C&D (good to firm) in November Failed to repeat that effort back here last time, but he could fare better now handicapping. TFR###!! BHA93
11 FAR AWAY WEST (IRE) (83) 200436 6 10-8
Br Br m Yeats (IRE) - Pass The Honey (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Only (Racing) Fans Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Oliver Loughlin
TFR##!!! BHA95
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner at Southwell in June 2022 and opened chase account at the fourth time of asking there (15.8f) later the same season. However, held back by his jumping on final outing and absent 21 months ahead of return over hurdles.
6 KNIGHT OF MAGIC (IRE) (47) 0-P056 6 11-5
Br B g Decorated Knight - Magic Minor (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Chris Grant Racing Club Chris Grant, Billingham T
B T. & T. Rogers www.chrisgrantracing.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat and hasn’t made much impact in 4 starts over hurdles so far, sixth of 9 in maiden at Sedgefield (16.8f, soft) 47 days ago. Needs to leave previous form behind as he makes handicap hurdle debut.
TFR##!!! BHA91
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when making the frame at Stratford in September and backed that up when third at Exeter (16.7f, good) next time. Well held in seller back at Stratford on latest outing, but she’s one to note on first start since leaving Daisy Hitchins. TFR##### BHA80
Br B m Milan - Regal Empress (IRE) Jamie Brace (5) J
O Mr Andrew Parker & Partner Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Mr Liam T. O’Gorman
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good jumping family and finished runner-up sole start in Irish points. However, she hasn’t offered much under Rules to date, failing to improve for the switch to a handicap when eighth of 13 at this course (19.3f, good) in December TFR##!!! BHA71
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13 INOUE (IRE) (57) 6UP66B 5 10-2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Rose Indienne (FR) Edward Austin (5) J O Any Excuse Paul Robson, Alnwick T B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field both starts in bumpers and has fared little better over hurdles, well held when brought down after the last in handicap at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) in November Looks to be up against it. TFR##!!! BHA66
2024: LETTHEDUSTSETTLE (IRE) 6 11 10 Tom Bellamy 3-1 (Tom Lacey) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 4, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 9, 13. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Bathgate (GB), 11-2 Far Away West (IRE), 7-1 Sea Legend (FR), 9-1 Looking Splendid (GB), 10-1 Sweet Soul Music (IRE), 11-1 Purple Gown (IRE), 16-1 Mister Moodles (GB), Onesoc (IRE), Belle Na Bann (IRE), 22-1 Knight of Magic (IRE), Mullins Cross (IRE), 28-1 Rhiannon Ring (IRE), 40-1 Inoue (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW FAR AWAY WEST produced 2 of her better efforts when making the frame in handicaps in September/October, so she looks an interesting contender on her first outing since joining Dan Skelton. She can leave behind her latest run as she starts off for her leading yard, with the in-form Bathgate next on the list, ahead of Sea Legend.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.FAR AWAY WEST (IRE) 2.BATHGATE 3.SEA LEGEND (FR) RESULTS
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A cash prize will be awarded to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento.
2024/2025 FIXTURES
Friday 31st January Monday 10th February
Tuesday 25th February Wednesday 5th March
2025 FLAT
Wednesday 9th April
Wednesday 23rd April
Monday 12th May
Saturday 24th May
Friday 30th May
Tuesday 10th June
Wednesday 9th July
Wednesday 16th July
Wednesday 23rd July
Tuesday 5th August
Monday 18th August
Wednesday 27th August
Tuesday 9th September
Wednesday 1st October
Saturday 18th October
Tuesday 28th October
2025 NATIONAL HUNT
Friday 21st November
Tuesday 16th December
Sunday 28th December
The Racing Again 31st January “Junior” National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (GBB Race)
for four yrs old ¨ Total prize fund £4500 ¨ Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (23 wins from 149 runners, 15%) runs CONNECT THE DOTS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs NAVAL TRIBUTE
Longest Traveller: TILEHURST trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 264 miles.
1 TILEHURST (GB) (99) 1
11-9
Br B g Bated Breath - Confusing Sam Twiston-Davies J
O The Butcher, The Baker & Troublemakers Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Whatton Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Bated Breath gelding who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in 4-runner bumper at Market Rasen (16.6f, good) back in October, leading approaching final 1f then forging clear. Sold from Henry Daly for 30,000 gns the following month and should progress under a penalty TFR####! BHA-
2 CASTING (FR) (-)
11-2
Br B g Desinvolte (FR) - Lena Moon (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Tom Weston Tom Weston, Hindlip T
B Roger-Yves Simon, Nicholas Simon & Chloe
TIMEFORM VIEW Desinvolte gelding. Dam 17f/19f hurdle/chase winner Likely outsider on debut. TFR##!!! BHA-
3 CONNECT THE
DOTS
(GB) (-) 11-2
Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Comtesse du Sud (FR) Brian Hughes J
O Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Fitzdares Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW £15,000 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful chaser Brother Pat and modest hurdler Bathgate. Dam, 10.5f winner on Flat in France, half-sister to temperamental/fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m) Marseillais. TFR###!! BHA-
4 EMERALD TIME (GB) (-) 11-2
Br B g Time Test - Pitter Patter
Tom Bellamy J
O Clontyseer Racing Ltd Dominic Elsworth, Lowsonford T
B Mr H. M. Bedford Rmf Group Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW
£9,500 3-y-o, Time Test gelding. Half-brother to 7f winner Ring of Gold. Dam, dual bumper winner, from family of top-class sprinter Marwell and very smart miler Marling. TFR##!!! BHA-
5 MERELY A DETAIL (GB) (21) 10 11-2
Br B f Falco (USA) - Mere Detail (IRE)
O Mrs Nicola Bulgin
B Nicola Bulgin
Tom Cannon J
Toby Bulgin, Thetford T
TIMEFORM VIEW Belied a big price to make a successful debut at Doncaster in November but ran no sort of race when tailed-off last of 16 in listed bumper at Cheltenham (16.8f, soft) 3 weeks ago. Hood applied and fancied to bounce back returned to calmer waters. TFR####! BHA-
6 NAVAL TRIBUTE (GB) (-) 11-2
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ruscombe
O EFEX Racing Club
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Henry Brooke J
James Owen, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW 16,000 gns 3-y-o, Sea The Stars gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including smart 13f winner Waltham. Dam, 10.3f winner who stayed 14.5f, half-sister to untrustworthy but useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Leo Luna. Considered. TFR###!! BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 1m 7f 156y
7 ONE MORE BOTTLE (GB) (68) 4 11-2
Br B g Mukhadram - Lady Tabitha (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Mr Gordon Bulloch Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Saxtead Livestock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Mukhadram gelding who was easy to back and shaped like a non-stayer when well beaten in bumper at Newcastle (16.9f, good) in November Easy to look elsewhere. TFR##!!! BHA-
8 THE THREE J’S (IRE) (-)
11-2
Br Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Imperceptible (IRE) Sam Coltherd J
O J Fyffe & S Townshend Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B J. B. Bloodstock Ltd Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to bumper winner/smart hurdler (stayed 3m) Indefatigable. Worth a market check on debut. TFR###!! BHA-
9 DILLY’S GUNNER (GB) (46) 2 10-9
Br B f Dartmouth - Falcon’s Gunner Billy Garritty J
O Falcon Line Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Falcon’s Line Ltd Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dartmouth filly who produced a promising first effort amidst greenness when second of 9 in bumper at Wetherby (16f, heavy) last month, keeping on after shuffled back home turn. Yard’s newcomers normally come on plenty for their initial experience, so she holds leading claims. TFR##### BHA-
10
NIGHT BURLESQUE
(GB) (-) 10-9
Br B f Outstrip - Nicolosia (GER) Charlie Deutsch J
O Four Gents Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B Mill House Stud Bob Price & Son Groundworks S
TIMEFORM VIEW £8,000 3-y-o, Outstrip filly Half-sister to 7f-1 1/4m winner Nayade. Dam, unraced, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) Nexius. Worth a second look on debut. TFR###!! BHA-
11 REGAL RIVER (GB) (53)
4
Br B f Golden Horn - Soon (IRE)
10-9
Tom Midgley (3) J
O The Patient Partnership Julie Camacho, Malton T B Smarden Thoroughbreds David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Golden Horn filly who showed ability when 5 1/2 lengths fourth of 10 to Merely A Detail in bumper at Doncaster (16.6f, good) in November, no extra only late on. Should take a step forward on that initial effort so she’s one to consider. TFR####! BHA-
2024: WENDIGO (FR) 5 11 9 Gavin Sheehan 7-4 (Jamie Snowden) 10 ran Hood worn first time by No. 5.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 3, 4, 6, 8.
Stewards Note: MERELY A DETAIL: Following its run on 1/1/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Tilehurst (GB), 11-2 Dilly’s Gunner (GB), 6-1 Merely A Detail (GB), 13-2 Naval Tribute (GB), 15-2 Regal River (GB), 12-1 Connect The Dots (GB), 20-1 Casting (FR), The Three J’S (IRE), Night Burlesque (GB), 33-1 One More Bottle (GB), 40-1 Emerald Time (GB)
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THE TIMEFORM VIEW DILLY’S GUNNER hails from a yard whose newcomers normally come on plenty for their initial experience so, having shaped with plenty of promise when runner-up at Wetherby on debut, she gets the vote to go one better at the expense of Merely A Detail, who caused a shock when scoring on debut but found listed company all too much at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day Stable-switcher Tilehurst and Regal River can both get involved, too.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.DILLY’S GUNNER 2.MERELY A DETAIL 3.TILEHURST
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