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Matthew Cosham (3) Ronald Harris, Chepstow Ron Harris Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest strike-rate (2-47) but has posted solid efforts in sprint handicaps here and at Ffos Las recently. Remains on a workable mark and ought to make his presence felt once again. TFR HHHHI BHA55

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Each horse has been given a star rating, these are deﬁned below: HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HHHHH Selected to win the race. HIIII Can be given little or no chance. HHHHI Good chance of being placed. HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

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FIRST RACE 1.40 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR JUVENILE THREE YRS OLD

THE CHAMPION HATS JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total race value £7273 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2873, 2nd £952, 3rd £476, 4th £296, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs HELL RED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (7 wins from 24 runners, 29%) runs BILLY THE SQUID FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2016. The stable runs HELL RED today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SANDYBURG trained by H Whittington, Sparsholt, 98 miles. RACE SUMMARY

French import HELL RED showed more than enough on sole start for Guillaume Macaire to suggest that a race of this nature will be within his grasp. Hector de Sivola is clearly thought capable of a good deal better than he was able to show on debut and he could be the one for the forecast ahead of Bourbali. Flat recruit Phoenix Aquilus and newcomers Lustleigh and Sandyburg all need a market check.

1-2-3: 1.HELL RED (FR) 2.HECTOR DE SIVOLA (FR) 3.BOURBALI (FR) KEY colours

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BILLY THE SQUID (IRE) (16) 042U2 10-12 B g Requinto (IRE) - Edrea (FR) Connor Brace (3) Br Blue StaRR Racing FOB Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Kildaragh Stud Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on 2 of his last 3 starts in this sphere but improvement needed if he’s to get his head in front here. TFRHHIII BHA107

2 Br

BOURBALI (FR) (20) 2 10-12 B g Sinndar (IRE) - Saintheze (FR) Robbie Power Br W Pope, E Legg, M Green & T Swaffield Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Br Mr Louis Lafitte & Mr Herve Barus Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Just touched off on debut in Plumpton juvenile hurdle (17.8f, good to firm) last month and solid each-way chance if proving equally effective on this slower surface. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 Br

HECTOR DE SIVOLA (FR) (95) 5 BF 10-12 B g Noroit (GER) - Little Memories (IRE) Chester Williams (5) Br Larkhills Racing Partnership III Nick Williams, South Molton Br Mr Gilles Trapenard Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t measure up to market expectations on debut at Newton Abbot in July but that run is best overlooked (badly hampered at the first 2 flights). Better expected here. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 Br

HELL RED (FR) (210) 2- 10-12 Gr g Martaline - Queen Margot (FR) Harry Cobden Br Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 6 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Kerry Ann Kepa & Auregann Kepa Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to smart hurdler/chaser Hell Boy. Promising debut when second in a novice hurdle at Auteuil (14.9f, soft) for Guillaume Macaire in March and he’s an interesting recruit for top yard. TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 Br

JERSEY GREY (FR) (70) 10-12 Gr g Rajsaman (FR) - Akoyama Adam Wedge Br West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington Br Franklin Finance S.A. et al Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Very modest maiden on the Flat for Jamie Osborne and he’s hard to warm to now tackling hurdles for new connections. TFRHIIII BHA-

6 LUSTLEIGH (-) 10-12 Br

B c Kayf Tara - My Petra Harry Skelton Br Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Dan Skelton, Alcester HBr & C Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara colt. Brother to fairly useful hurdler My Dance, and closely related to modest hurdler Cushuish. In good hands and it will be interesting to see what the market has to say. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 Br

PHOENIX AQUILUS (IRE) (53) 10-12 B c Slade Power (IRE) - Permsiri (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies Br Mr S. Durack Seamus Durack, Lambourn Br Mr Michael Kelly

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in handful of runs on the Flat and, out of a half-sister to smart hurdler/top-class chaser (dual Grand National winner) Tiger Roll, he could make his mark over jumps. TFRHHIII BHA-

8 Br

SANDYBURG (IRE) (-) 10-12 B g Sageburg (IRE) - Sandy Jane (IRE) Daryl Jacob Br Kate & Andrew Brooks Harry Whittington, Sparsholt Br Mrs Anne Tiernan

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a bumper winner and he’s worth a second look in the betting. TFRHHIII BHA-

THE IMPOSTER (FR) (30) 10-12 B g Authorized (IRE) - Miss Dixie David Noonan Br Mark Philips and J H Gumbley Nigel Hawke, Tiverton Br Mr Recep Demirsoy & Le Thenney

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little sole outing on the Flat here last month and probably best watched on hurdles debut. TFRHIIII BHA2019: NORDANO (GER) 3 11 4 Bryony Frost 5-2 (Neil King) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 8. Stewards Note: HECTOR DE SIVOLA: Following its run on 7/7/2020 it was reported that the horse ran green. THE IMPOSTER: Following its run on 10/9/2020 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Hell Red (FR), 15-2 Hector de Sivola (FR), 8-1 Bourbali (FR), 10-1 Lustleigh, 12-1 Billy The Squid (IRE), 14-1 Sandyburg (IRE), 16-1 Phoenix Aquilus (IRE), 100-1 Jersey Grey (FR), 150-1 The Imposter (FR)

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RACE ONE

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SECOND RACE 2.12 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE UNIBET YOU’RE ON HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) Total race value £16000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £7925, 2nd £2626, 3rd £1314, 4th £656. (Penalty Value £10396.80)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs FRIEND OR FOE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Henderson (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs GUNNERY LONGEST TRAVELLER: DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO trained by N Gifford, Findon, 133 miles. RACE SUMMARY The really interesting one is FRIEND OR FOE, who missed the whole of last season but his novice campaign was promising and this unexposed 5-y-o resumes on a potentially handy mark. Le Ligerien looked progressive prior to misfiring at the Cheltenham Festival and he will be a threat if ready to roll. Didtheyleaveuoutto isn’t one to give up on just yet and Remiluc also enters calculations. 1-2-3: 1.FRIEND OR FOE (FR) 2.LE LIGERIEN (FR) 3.DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO (IRE) KEY colours

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REMILUC (FR) (245) 522U//03- D

11 11-12

B g Mister Sacha (FR) - Markene de Durtal (FR) Tom Cannon Br Gilbert & Gamble Chris Gordon, Winchester Br Mr Michel Chevreux & Mr Alain Grangere Owley Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Terrific effort when a close third in the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury (16.3f, good) in February. Conditions no problem and claims if ready to roll following an 8-month break. TFRHHHII BHA142

2 Br

DEAR SIRE (FR) (41) 4F4-132 D

8 11-8

Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Polismith (FR) Theo Gillard (7) Br Green Day Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Br Mr Gregory Derat Betsson Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form during the summer, successful at Bangor in July prior to a couple of solid efforts in defeat. However, he’s not always the most willing when it comes to the crunch. TFRHHHII BHA138

3 Br

CHAMPAGNE CITY (258) 422/P0P- D

7 11-5

Ch g Tobougg (IRE) - City of Angels Jonathan Burke Br Mr R. S. Brookhouse Tom George, Slad Br R. S. Brookhouse HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW No surprise that he reverts to this sphere having looked all at sea in a couple of runs over fences last season. Not on a bad mark and claims if he puts his best foot forward. TFRHHHII BHA135

4 Br

LE LIGERIEN (FR) (211) 332110- D

7 11-4

B g Turgeon (USA) - Etoile de Loir (FR) Richard Johnson Br Mr D. R. Churches Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Mr Gaetan Gilles Themes Incorporated Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Raised his game when landing soft-ground handicap hurdles at Newbury and Haydock in January. Bombed out at the Cheltenham Festival on final start of last season but good chance he’ll bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA134

5 Br

THE RUSSIAN DOYEN (IRE) (336) 6/1514/P- D

7 11-4

B g Doyen (IRE) - Namloc (IRE) Robbie Power Br The Gosden Mob Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Br Mrs Sheila O’Shea Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing in valuable Aintree handicap chase on sole start last season. However, he still has low mileage and is interesting back over hurdles off a potentially decent mark. TFRHHIII BHA134

6 Br

FAIR MOUNTAIN (GER) (14) 112/-20P D

8 11-4

B g Tiger Hill (IRE) - Fair Breeze (GER) Harry Skelton Br Mr Mark Adams Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Frau M. Wetzel Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fine second off this mark in competitive contest at Market Rasen in July but has completely misfired both subsequent starts. TFRHHIII BHA134

7 Br

DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO (IRE) (210) 50/00FF- D 7 11-0 Ch g Presenting - Pretty Puttens (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Br Mr John P. McManus Nick Gifford, Findon Br Mrs Rita Kent Avtrade Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner as a novice but things haven’t gone to plan since, failing to complete both starts following wind surgery last winter. Still, it’s too soon to forget his initial promise. TFRHHHHI BHA130

8 Br

STIMULATING SONG (9) 46120-3 D

5 10-13

Ch g Stimulation (IRE) - Choral Singer Sam Twiston-Davies Br Pegasus Bloodstock & Mr A. Harrison Milton Harris, Warminster Br D. F. Spence

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and off the mark over hurdles in smooth style at Wetherby in January. Recent reappearance effort at Ffos Las (15.8f, good to soft) was creditable but this demands improvement. TFRHHIII BHA129

9 Br

GUNNERY (FR) (72) 21016-6

7 10-12

Ch g Le Havre (IRE) - Loup The Loup (FR) Nico de Boinville Br Mrs Fitri Hay Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Mr Laurent Nadot & Mr Herve Nadot JMH Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner who struck twice over hurdles in 2019. However, let down by some sloppy jumping back from a break at Southwell in July and remains on a stiff-looking mark. TFRHHHII BHA128

7 10-11

Ch g Arakan (USA) - Cill Fhearga (IRE) Ciaran Gethings Br The River Bray Syndicate Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple Br Mr John William Noonan Hartnoll Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner in 2019 and put in a good shift in first-time cheekpieces (retained here) when runner-up at Stratford (16.3f, heavy) on latest start in March. Since undergone wind surgery. TFRHHIII BHA127

11 FRIEND OR FOE (FR) (537) 44101/- CD Br

5 10-9

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mandchou (FR) Harry Cobden Br Gordon & Su Hall Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br E.A.R.L. de Faydeau Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW French import who won two of his 3 starts during 2018/19 campaign. Missed whole of last season but remains unexposed and interesting to see if market support arrives. Has undergone wind surgery. TFRHHHHH BHA125 2019: SPEED COMPANY (IRE) 6 10 4 Tom O’Brien 7-1 (Ian Williams) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10, 11. Stewards Note: CHAMPAGNE CITY: Following its run on 26/1/2020 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. THE RUSSIAN DOYEN: Following its run on 9/11/2019 it was reported that the horse returned lame. GUNNERY: Following its run on 30/7/2020 it was reported that the horse finished lame. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Friend Or Foe (FR), 6-1 Le Ligerien (FR), 15-2 Remiluc (FR), 8-1 Dear Sire (FR), 10-1 Gunnery (FR), 11-1 Didtheyleaveuoutto (IRE), 12-1 Champagne City, 14-1 Stimulating Song, 16-1 River Bray (IRE), 18-1 The Russian Doyen (IRE), 20-1 Fair Mountain (GER)

RACE TWO

10 RIVER BRAY (IRE) (215) 6P6202-

THIRD RACE 2.47 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE NATIVE RIVER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Total race value £25000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £12030, 2nd £4018, 3rd £2008, 4th £1005, 5th £503. (Penalty Value £15825)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs SECRET INVESTOR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A King (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs POTTERMAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: BOLDMERE trained by Mrs C Bailey, Holdenby, 104 miles. RACE SUMMARY There could be more to come from BOLDMERE, who landed a couple of handicap chases in good style last season and would’ve added a Wetherby Grade 2 to his CV in February but for falling at the final fence. With Richard Johnson in the hot-seat, the 7-y-o earns the vote ahead of Secret Investor and Potterman. Last year’s winner Ballyoptic and Seddon are others with claims in a competitive contest. 1-2-3: 1.BOLDMERE 2.SECRET INVESTOR 3.POTTERMAN KEY colours

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BALLYOPTIC (IRE) (238) F/11401- CD

10 11-12

B g Old Vic - Lambourne Lace (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies Br Mills & Mason Partnership Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Br Roger Ryan Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning reappearance in this race 12 months ago and signed off last season on a positive note, too, landing a valuable handicap chase at Ascot (23.8f, heavy). Solid claims. TFRHHHII BHA163

2 Br

BRAVE EAGLE (IRE) (214) 13/1100- D

8 11-5

B g Yeats (IRE) - Sinful Pleasure (IRE) Nico de Boinville Br Mr Robert Kirkland Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Mrs C. Hartery & J. Dewberry Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 4 of his 7 starts over fences, the latest a listed handicap chase at Uttoxeter last June. However, well held at the Cheltenham Festival on final run of last season and improvement needed. TFRHHIII BHA156

3 Br

SECRET INVESTOR (245) 411/202- C D

8 11-2

B g Kayf Tara - Silver Charmer Harry Cobden Br Hills of Ledbury Ltd Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Brian & Gwen Griffiths Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Nicely clear of the rest when chasing Native River home in the Betfair Denman Chase at Newbury (23.4f, good) on latest start in February. Since undergone wind surgery and he’s high on the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA153

4 BOLDMERE (252) 02/P11F- D Br

7 10-8

B g Multiplex - Pugnacious Lady Richard Johnson Br Mr W. J. Odell Caroline Bailey, Holdenby Br Mickley Stud Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin winner of both completed starts in this sphere and looked set to score at graded level before falling at the last at Wetherby (3m) on final run of last season. Remains open to improvement. TFRHHHHH BHA145

5 Br

STEELY ADDITION (IRE) (238) 3141/4P- CD

8 10-8

B g Craigsteel - Blond’s Addition (IRE) Micheal Nolan Br Step By Step Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Miss D. and P. Keating Step By Step Supporting Independence Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner during novice campaign in 2018/19 but bit to prove following a couple of low-key efforts last season. TFRHHIII BHA145

6 POTTERMAN (55) 125-021 D Br

7 10-5

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Polly Potter Tom Cannon Br James & Jean Potter Ltd Alan King, Barbury Castle Br James & Jean Potter Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Took record over fences to 4-9 when landing a competitive handicap at Market Rasen (23.9f, good) in August. 5lb rise fair and good chance providing conditions do not become testing. TFRHHHII BHA142

7 Br

CAPTAIN CHAOS (IRE) (224) 6P2P21- D

9 10-5

Ch g Golan (IRE) - Times Have Changed (IRE) Harry Skelton Br Mike and Eileen Newbould Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Conor Hickey The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a long losing run with a facile success at Doncaster (26f, heavy) when last seen in February. However, he’s not the most reliable of performers and 8lb rise leaves him looking vulnerable. TFRHHIII BHA142

8 Br

SOME CHAOS (IRE) (46) 11/403-2 D BF

9 10-3

B g Brian Boru - Iruna Iris (IRE) Ben Poste Br Mason Scudamore Racing Michael Scudamore, Bromsash Br Maurice Keane Kiely Bros Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in staying handicap chases for this yard in 2018/19. Should be sharper following reappearance spin over hurdles at Bangor in August but others possess more pressing claims. TFRHHIII BHA140

9 Br

DJANGO DJANGO (FR) (220) 01/3P14- CD

7 10-0

Gr g Voix du Nord (FR) - Lady Jannina Sean Bowen Br Martin Broughton & Friends 5 Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Br Mr Evan Hanbury Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked better than ever when opening chase account in 23.4f Newbury handicap in January. However, jumping lacked fluency in a Catterick novice next time and there’ll be no margin for error here. TFRHHIII BHA137

10 SEDDON (IRE) (35) 303/-512 BF Br

7 10-0

B g Stowaway - Andreas Benefit (IRE) A. P. Heskin Br McNeill Family Tom George, Slad Br Tim and Helen Keoghan Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful hurdler who landed a small-field novices’ handicap chase at Cartmel in August. Lost no shame in defeat at Stratford (19.4f, good to firm) since and he’s not ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA137 DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Boldmere, 11-2 Secret Investor, 6-1 Potterman, 7-1 Ballyoptic (IRE), 15-2 Seddon (IRE), 12-1 Captain Chaos (IRE), 14-1 Django Django (FR), 16-1 Brave Eagle (IRE), 20-1 Some Chaos (IRE), 22-1 Steely Addition (IRE)

RACE THREE

2019: BALLYOPTIC (IRE) 9 11 12 Sam Twiston-Davies 9-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

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FOURTH RACE 3.22 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 98YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE DUNRAVEN WINDOWS NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (for The Robert Mottram Memorial Trophy) (GBB RACE) Total race value £20000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £8842, 2nd £3630, 3rd £1816, 4th £908, 5th £454. (Penalty Value £11546) A

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs GRAND SANCY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (7 wins from 24 runners, 29%) runs PAINT THE DREAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: LONGHOUSE SALE trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 62 miles. RACE SUMMARY LONGHOUSE SALE has made an excellent start to his chasing career, winning each of his 3 starts in this sphere, barely touching a twig in the process. His sound jumping will stand him in good stead round here and he is an appealing alternative to probable market leaders Fiddlerontheroof and Fusil Raffles. Grand Sancy is also respected in what is likely to be a very informative contest. 1-2-3: 1.LONGHOUSE SALE (IRE) 2.FIDDLERONTHEROOF (IRE) 3.FUSIL RAFFLES (FR) KEY colours

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FIDDLERONTHEROOF (IRE) (214) 1/22110-

6 11-2

B g Stowaway - Inquisitive Look Robbie Power Br Taylor, Burley & O’Dwyer Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Br Treaty Pals Syndicate Coral Racing Limited

2 Br

FUSIL RAFFLES (FR) (15) 1/11P0-1

5 11-2

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Tali des Obeaux (FR) Daryl Jacob Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 3 starts for this yard over hurdles, including a Grade 1 in Ireland. Strong at the finish when making a winning return/chase debut at Uttoxeter (2m, good) and this stiffer test should suit. TFRHHHII BHA150

3 Br

GRAND SANCY (FR) (230) F23341- C D

RACE FOUR

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice hurdle winner last season, including a Grade 1 at Sandown in January. Ran no sort of a race at the Cheltenham Festival when last seen but he’s a potentially smart recruit to this sphere. TFRHHHHI BHA152

6 11-2

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - La Courtille (FR) Harry Cobden Br Martin Broughton Racing Partners Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Dr Vet Brigitte Poulve Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart type over hurdles and opened chase account at fourth attempt at Fontwell (19.5f, heavy) in February. This is more demanding but he should make his presence felt. Has undergone wind surgery. TFRHHHII BHA149

4 Br

LONGHOUSE SALE (IRE) (31) 065-111

6 11-2

B g September Storm (GER) - Sweetbriar Rose (IRE) Harry Skelton Br Rio Gold Racing Club Dan Skelton, Alcester Br John Kidd Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Terrific strike rate, winning 10 of his 13 starts overall. Made it 3-3 over fences when seeing off The Butcher Said (winner since) at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, good) last month and he may have more to offer. TFRHHHHH BHA147

5 Br

PAINT THE DREAM (214) 0U2250-

6 11-2

B g Brian Boru - Vineuil (FR) Connor Brace Br Mr David Brace Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Mr David Brace Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to excel himself when runner-up in the Dipper Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day. However, hasn’t come close to matching that form in 2 subsequent starts. TFRHHIII BHA137 2019: JARVEYS PLATE (IRE) 6 11 2 Paddy Brennan 11-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 3 ran Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Fusil Raffles (FR), 5-2 Fiddlerontheroof (IRE), 9-2 Grand Sancy (FR), 5-1 Longhouse Sale (IRE), 40-1 Paint The Dream

THE SILVER TROPHY THE Wasdell Group Silver Trophy Handicap Hurdle (GRADE 3) The Chepstow Contract Rentals 10 Year Anniversary Silver Trophy Handicap Hurdle is one of the first major jump handicaps of the season. The Grade 3 contest, run over 2 miles and four furlongs, has featured many stars throughout the years. Probably the best known winner of the Silver Trophy is the JP McManus owned Don’t Push It who won the race in 2007 trained by Jonjo O’Neill and ridden by Noel Fehily. Don’t Push It went on to become the heroic winner of the 2010 Grand National, giving AP McCoy his famous win in the race. Another incredibly talented horse to win the Silver Trophy in 2006 was the Paul Nicholls trained Taranis, ridden by Ruby Walsh. Taranis went on to win the Ryanair Chase at the Cheltenham Festival in 2007. Other popular winners have included Lacdoudal and Mr Thriller. Flash the Steel (pictured) put in his best run to date here last year when flashing home by 2 lengths to give Dan and Harry Skelton their second success in this race. The 8-year-old has scored 3 out of his 9 times attempts over hurdles now and will need to bounce back this season. THE LAST 10 YEARS WINNERS OF THE SILVER TROPHY HANDICAP HURDLE Year Horse Trainer Jockey 2019 Flash The Steel Dan Skelton Harry Skelton 2018 Garo De Juilley Paddy Brennan Sophie Leech 2017 Court Minstrel Evan Williams Mitchell Bastyan 2016 Ballyoptic Nigel Twiston-Davies Ryan Hatch 2015 Court Minstrel Evan Williams Paul Moloney 2014 Shelford Dan Skelton Harry Skelton 2013 Shammick Boy Victor Dartnall Jack Doyle 2012 Lamb or Cod Philip Hobbs James Best 2011 Arthurian Legend Philip Hobbs Richard Johnson 2010 Any Given Day Donald McCain Henry Brooke

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FIFTH RACE 3.57 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE WASDELL GROUP SILVER TROPHY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE) Total race value £40000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £17432, 2nd £7156, 3rd £3580, 4th £1788, 5th £896, 6th £448. (Penalty Value £22780) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs SAINT SONNET and SIR PSYCHO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (5 wins from 34 runners, 15%) runs NOTRE PARI LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOMETOWN BOY trained by S Edmunds, Newport Pagnell, 107 miles. RACE SUMMARY Many possibilities in a typically competitive renewal of this Grade 3 handicap. MARIO DE PAIL looked promising prior to finding the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle too much at Cheltenham when last seen in March and, with improvement likely now pitched into a handicap, he could be the answer. Lightly Squeeze should be spot-on following a spin on the Flat and is feared, along with Tea Clipper and Fix Sun. 1-2-3: 1.MARIO DE PAIL (FR) 2.LIGHTLY SQUEEZE 3.TEA CLIPPER (IRE) KEY colours

Breeding

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Breeder

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor Br

age st lb

SAINT SONNET (FR) (212) 156310- D

5 11-12

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Leprechaun Lady (FR) Harry Cobden Br Mr Colm Donlon Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Listed winner in France and successful on debut for Paul Nicholls over fences at Catterick in February. Not entirely disgraced at the Cheltenham Festival since but tough task back over hurdles here. TFRHHHII BHA147

2 Br

SIR PSYCHO (IRE) (211) 414115-

4 11-11

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Open Book Bryan Carver (5) Br Martin Broughton & Friends 3 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br B. Heavey Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive novice last season, winning 3 times. Fine fifth in the Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham (16.8f, good to soft) when last seen in March but further progress needed given his lofty mark. TFRHHIII BHA146

3 Br

KALONDRA (IRE) (576) 43/FU4P/- D

9 11-7

B g Spadoun (FR) - Mystic Vic (IRE) Tom Scudamore Br Mr J. Henderson (Co Durham) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Br A. McCarren Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser who is probably best watched on this return to hurdling after 19 months off. TFRHIIII BHA142

4 Br

DOUBLY CLEVER (IRE) (66) 2U60-11

8 11-7

Ch g Iffraaj - Smartest (IRE) Luca Morgan (7) Br Mrs G. Morgan Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water Br Gigginstown House Stud Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form for new yard this summer, bagging back-to-back 21.6f handicaps at Newton Abbot. Up 6lb for latest success and this is tougher but he’s certainly not without hope. TFRHHHII BHA142

5 Br

LIGHTLY SQUEEZE (36) 23111F- D

6 11-5

B g Poet’s Voice - Zuleika Dobson Sean Bowen Br J Davies and Govier and Brown Harry Fry, Seaborough Br Highbury Stud Ltd Citipost

TIMEFORM VIEW Rapid progress last season, still in a share of the lead when exiting at the last in the Betfair Hurdle in February. Shaped well on the Flat last month and a big player. TFRHHHHI BHA140

6 Br

FLASH THE STEEL (IRE) (211) 215/100- CD

8 11-3

B or Br g Craigsteel - Anna’s Melody (IRE) Harry Skelton Br Mr John J Reilly Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Richard Eustace Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive when making winning return in this race 12 months ago. Not disgraced at the Cheltenham Festival when last seen in March but current mark is probably just beyond him. TFRHHHII BHA138

7 Br

FIX SUN (FR) (239) 21/112- D

5 11-2

B g Al Namix (FR) - Quelly Bruere (FR) Daryl Jacob Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Mr Francois-Xavier Journiac Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW French bumper winner who looked good when winning first 2 starts over hurdles. Bad mistake 3 out cost him at Fakenham on final run of last term (since undergone wind surgery). Remains with potential. TFRHHHII BHA137

8 Br

MARIO DE PAIL (FR) (214) 3/2112P-

5 11-0

Gr g Blue Bresil (FR) - Sauveterre (FR) James Bowen Br Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group Sam Thomas, Cardiff Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Pigoni M & M Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning hurdles debut at Kelso last December prior to going close in 2m novice here the following month. Struggled in Grade 1 company at the Cheltenham Festival but this is more realistic. TFRHHHHH BHA135

9 Br

NOTRE PARI (IRE) (230) 3/421F1- D

6 11-0

Br g Jeremy (USA) - Glynn Approach (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Br Mr John P. McManus Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Br Seamus Cooney

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner as a novice last season and looked set to finish third in the Lanzarote at Kempton in January before falling at the last. Should win more races but others preferred on this occasion. TFRHHHII BHA135

10 DINO VELVET (FR) (14) 56-3034 Br

7 10-13

B g Naaqoos - Matgil (FR) A. P. Heskin Br McNeill Family & Niall Farrell Alan King, Barbury Castle Br Mr Herve Viallon Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Underwent wind surgery after a below-par display at Market Rasen in July. Much more like it when fourth in a competitive handicap back there a fortnight ago and possibilities off the same mark. TFRHHIII BHA134

11 TEA CLIPPER (IRE) (247) 1/1112- Br

5 10-13

B g Stowaway - A Plus Ma Puce (FR) Jonathan Burke Br Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head Tom Lacey, Woolhope Br Cyril O’Hara Plusbac

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of first 3 starts over hurdles and lost no caste in defeat, despite surrendering his unbeaten record, when runner-up at Huntingdon (19.6f, soft) in February. May have more to offer this season. TFRHHHII BHA134

12 KHAGE (IRE) (210) 55P30P- C Br

7 10-12

B g Stowaway - Made Easy (IRE) Jack Tudor (5) Br Kate & Andrew Brooks Christian Williams, Bridgend J.Br and J. Lawler NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful front-running hurdler who won 3 times around 2m during 2018/19 campaign. However, largely disappointing last season and bit to prove on this return/debut for new yard. TFRHIIII BHA133

13 COTSWOLD WAY (IRE) (15) 6225-00 D Br

7 10-11

B g Stowaway - Rosies All The Way Micheal Nolan Br Miss I. D. Du Pre Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Mrs Claire Keegan Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Things didn’t go to plan switched to fences last season and well held when blinkered for the first time (headgear retained here) back in this sphere at Uttoxeter recently. TFRHIIII BHA132

5 10-9

Ch g Curtain Time (IRE) - Mercy Mission Ciaran Gethings Br The Garratt Family Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell Br Liam Norris Fences Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a mockery of opening mark on handicap debut at Market Rasen on Boxing Day. Not disgraced when seventh in a big-field at Kempton (21f, good to soft) on latest start in March but more needed here. TFRHHIII BHA130

15 FLINCK (IRE) (245) 53/3115- D Br

6 10-9

B g Fame And Glory - Princess Supreme (IRE) Richard Johnson Br Mr R. A. Bartlett Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Mervyn Kidd Albert Bartlett

RACE FIVE

14 HOMETOWN BOY (IRE) (210) 433120- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler who won first 2 starts in handicap company last season. Failed to fire at Uttoxeter (19.9f, heavy) on final run of 2019/20 campaign and this demands a clear career-best. TFRHHIII BHA130

16 BEAUFORT WEST (IRE) (258) 62P/011- C Br

6 10-8

B g Getaway (GER) - Blessingindisguise (IRE) Robbie Power Br Taylor & O’Dwyer Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Br Anthony Keane Jnr Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Wind operation followed below par run in this race last year and subsequently landed the odds in 2m maiden here and 17.7f Fontwell novice. There’s probably mileage in this mark, so couldn’t rule out. TFRHHHII BHA129

17 CASWELL BAY (210) 4/1201P- CD Br

5 10-7

B g Fame And Glory - Lauderdale (GER) Adam Wedge Br Mr David M. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan Br The Kathryn Stud Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when scoring over C&D in the mud in January. However, went out like a light off this revised mark at Uttoxeter next time and likely to struggle once again. TFRHHIII BHA128

18 PUSH THE TEMPO (IRE) (24) 5305/0-3 Br

7 10-6

B g Gold Well - Fairpark (IRE) Rex Dingle (3) Br Castle Farm Racing Robert Stephens, Caldicot Br Sean Osbourne

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced in recent years but proved that ability remains firmly intact when third in a decent contest at Kelso (20.9f, good) last month following a lengthy layoff. Shouldn’t be underestimated. TFRHHHII BHA127

2019: FLASH THE STEEL (IRE) 7 10 5 Harry Skelton 16-1 (Dan Skelton) 16 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 18 Hood worn by No. 18. Blinkers worn by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 16. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note: LIGHTLY SQUEEZE: Following its run on 4/9/2020 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. CASWELL BAY: Following its run on 14/3/2020 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Probable S.Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: 8-1 Flash The Steel (IRE), 9-1 Notre Pari (IRE), 10-1 Tea Clipper (IRE), 11-1 Beaufort West(IRE), 12-1 Saint Sonnet (FR), Fix Sun (FR), 14-1 Lightly Squeeze, 16-1 Sir Psycho (IRE), Doubly Clever (IRE), Mario de Pail (FR), Flinck (IRE), 18-1 Push The Tempo (IRE), 22-1 Dino Velvet (FR), 28-1 Hometown Boy (IRE), 40-1 Caswell Bay, 50-1 Kalondra (IRE), 66-1 Cotswold Way (IRE), 100-1 Khage (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 4.32 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 98YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE JOHN AYRES MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Total race value £25000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £11875, 2nd £3968, 3rd £1985, 4th £993, 5th £495, 6th £248. (Penalty Value £15640)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs MONT DES AVALOIRS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A King (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs THE UNIT FANCY THAT: P Nicholls won this race in 2016 and 2017. The stable runs MONT DES AVALOIRS today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: RIVER WYLDE trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 82 miles. RACE SUMMARY Having travelled well for a long way when third on her recent Warwick reappearance, THE BAY BIRCH is very appealing off a mark 8lb below that off which she landed this race 12 months ago. Mont des Avaloirs remains open to improvement as a chaser and is a much-respected main danger, while Spiritofthegames is also shortlisted. Casablanca Mix and Garde La Victoire are others to consider. 1-2-3: 1.THE BAY BIRCH (IRE) 2.MONT DES AVALOIRS (FR) 3.SPIRITOFTHEGAMES (IRE) KEY colours

Breeding

Owner no

1 Br

horse

Breeder

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor Br

age st lb

CRIEVEHILL (IRE) (231) 44/1100- D

8 11-12

B g Arcadio (GER) - Ma Douce (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies Br Highclere T’Bred Racing- Crievehill Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Br Maria Mulcahy & George Durrheim Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned better than ever with wins at Wetherby and Haydock last season. However, ended that campaign on a low-key note and looks plenty high enough in the weights now. TFRHHIII BHA152

2 Br

CASABLANCA MIX (FR) (286) 30/1114-

8 11-10

Ch m Shirocco (GER) - Latitude (FR) Nico de Boinville Br Mr E. R. Hanbury Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Mr Evan Hanbury Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved again to land Summer Plate at Market Rasen last July and Aintree listed event in December. Well held at Doncaster on latest start 9 months ago but she may well get back on track here. TFRHHHII BHA150

3 Br

MARRACUDJA (FR) (211) 055130-

9 11-9

B g Martaline - Memorial (FR) Bridget Andrews Br Foxtrot Racing Marracudja Dan Skelton, Alcester Br E.A.R.L. De Cordelles et al Foxtrot Racing Syndicates

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser who recorded a career best when winning 2m handicap at Wetherby last December. However, poor at the Cheltenham Festival when last seen and this mark is probably out of reach. TFRHHIII BHA149

4 Br

SPIRITOFTHEGAMES (IRE) (212) 5/P0226- CD

8 11-8

B g Darsi (FR) - Lucy Walters (IRE) Harry Skelton Br Mr N. W. Lake Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Paddy Kinsella Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of C&D listed event on debut in this sphere 2 years ago, subsequent to which he’s posted a number of solid efforts in defeat in big handicaps. Major player. TFRHHHII BHA148

5 Br

RIVER WYLDE (IRE) (547) 5/12/FP6/-

9 11-4

B g Oscar (IRE) - Clarin River (IRE) Robert Dunne Br Stuart & Shelly Parkin Ian Williams, Alvechurch Br Lillian Mahon Anthony Philip James & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful novice hurdler for Nicky Henderson a few seasons back but absent since a light and ultimately disappointing 2018/19 campaign. Probably best watched on debut for new yard. TFRHIIII BHA144

6 Br

MONT DES AVALOIRS (FR) (245) 00P/422- C

7 11-2

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Abu Dhabi (FR) Harry Cobden Br Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Mr Jean-Raymond Breton et al Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Very much caught the eye on second start over fences in Newbury Grade 2 last November. Didn’t seem to get home over 23.5f there when last seen in February and this is more his trip. TFRHHHHI BHA142

7 Br

GARDE LA VICTOIRE (FR) (210) 40/4/643- D

11 11-1

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Next Victory (FR) Richard Johnson Br Mrs Diana L. Whateley Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Mlle Laure Godet Cedar Invest Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Not the force of old, though his mark reflects that and retains plenty of ability judged on last season’s efforts, good third in a 20-runner Kempton handicap when last seen in March. Not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA141

8 AZZURI (61) 005P-23 Br

8 10-13

B g Azamour (IRE) - Folly Lodge William Marshall (7) Br The Blind Squirrels Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Shutford Stud Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form at Southwell the last twice, runner-up in a couple of 2m handicap chases on good/ good to firm. However, opposable back up in trip on forecast slower ground here. TFRHHIII BHA139

9 Br

THE UNIT (IRE) (665) 012132/- D

9 10-12

B g Gold Well - Sovana (FR) Tom Cannon Br International Plywood (Importers) Ltd Alan King, Barbury Castle Br Arctic Tack Stud Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice chase winner in 2018 and second in a 4-runner Doncaster handicap (19.1f) when last seen in December of that year. Subsequent absence an obvious concern but he’s not entirely ruled out. TFRHHIII BHA138

10 THE BAY BIRCH (IRE) (19) 05320-3 CD Br

9 10-11

B m Beneficial - Tournant Vic (IRE) Stan Sheppard Br Mr Tony Scrivin Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Br Mr Brian Moore Matt Sheppard Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Contested some hot handicaps last season and shaped well in calmer waters when third of 10 on recent return at Warwick. 8lb lower than for last year’s victory in this race and she’s high on the list. TFRHHHHH BHA137

11 PUNCHES CROSS (IRE) (251) 545120- Br

7 10-9

B g Stowaway - The Marching Lady (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Br Mr John P. McManus Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Br Lake Lodge Stud Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Very capable performer when on-song and poor effort at Leopardstown in February may have simply been a bad day at the office. Still, more needed off this mark on debut for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA135

12 DOITFORTHEVILLAGE (IRE) (324) 303/046- CD 11 10-7 Br

B g Turtle Island (IRE) - Last Chance Lady (IRE) Nick Scholfield Br The Rockbourne Partnership Paul Henderson, Whitsbury Br Patrick Kelly Paul Henderson Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap chaser who was successful over C&D off this mark in December 2018. Winless since, though, and entitled to need the run following a 10-month absence. TFRHHIII BHA133

13 PINK EYED PEDRO (14) 2526-06 C Br

9 10-3

B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Poacher’s Paddy (IRE) Connor Brace (3) Br Mr David Brace David Brace, Bridgend Br Mr David Brace and Mr Neil Poacher Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed productive 2019 campaign, winning 4 times in various company. Best work at the finish when sixth in a competitive Market Rasen handicap chase (21.4f) a fortnight ago and has each-way hope. TFRHHIII BHA129 2019: THE BAY BIRCH (IRE) 8 10 13 Sean Bowen 20-1 (Matt Sheppard) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13.

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SEVENTH RACE 5.07 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE WASDELL GROUP STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Total race value £5000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £821, 3rd £411, 4th £205. (Penalty Value £3249)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs KNAPPERS HILL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (7 wins from 24 runners, 29%) runs CITY DERBY LONGEST TRAVELLER: GRAND LORD trained by Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell, 107 miles. RACE SUMMARY OFF THE PLANET finished ahead of a dual-listed bumper winner starting out at Worcester a year ago, and though off the track since, he’s in top hands. He looks the way to go, though Paul Nicholls is responsible for a likely newcomer in Knappers Hill, while Freezing Point won on his debut between the flags and has joined Dan Skelton. 1-2-3: 1.OFF THE PLANET (IRE) 2.KNAPPERS HILL (IRE) 3.FREEZING POINT (IRE) KEY colours

Breeding

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1 Br

Breeder

horse

Jockey

Br Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor Br

age st lb

STOKES (IRE) (230) 1-

5 11-7

B g Califet (FR) - Iktitafs Sister (IRE) Luca Morgan (7) Br Mrs Sophie Pauling Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water Br William Flood Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam unraced half-sister to high-class hurdler Iktitaf. Had a wind operation prior to debut and it clearly worked as he ran out a 28-1 winner at Wolverhampton in February. This is a different ask. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 Br

AUBA ME YANG (IRE) (-)

4 11-0

B g Fame And Glory - No Bodys Flame (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Br Lodge Down Stables Syndicate Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Br Close Holding Ltd Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW €12,000 3-y-o, Fame And Glory gelding. Dam (b73), ran twice in bumpers, closely related to fairly useful hurdler (2 1/4m winner) Run To Milan. Noteworthy newcomer. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 Br

BLACKJACK MAGIC (213) 0-

5 11-0

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - One Wild Night Nick Scholfield Br Tony Hayward & Jack Barber Jack R. Barber, Crewkerne Br C. F. C. Jackson Redlynch Agricultural Engineering Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW £22,000 Black Sam Bellamy gelding. Brother to bumper winner/fair hurdler Passam. Looked in need of the experience starting out at Huntingdon in March. Hood applied. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 Br

CITY DERBY (IRE) (-)

4 11-0

Ch g Ask - Reine d’Or (IRE) Connor Brace (3) Br Richard D A Hames & Walter O’Connor Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Br Mr & Mrs P. Haughey Dunraven Group of Companies

TIMEFORM VIEW £21,000 3-y-o, Ask gelding. Dam lightly raced in bumpers/once-raced hurdler, out of bumper winner/fair hurdler (2m winner) Reine des Reines. Represents red-hot yard. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 Br

FREEZING POINT (IRE) (265) 1-

4 11-0

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Maisey Down Harry Skelton Br Mr N. W. Lake Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Michael Lacy Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW £65,000 4-y-o, dam, lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles, half-sister to Grand National winner Earth Summit. Won point on debut in January and transferred to powerful yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 Br

GRAND LORD (FR) (245) 36-

4 11-0

Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Toscane des Fleurs (FR) Ciaran Gethings Br Mr David Mitson Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell Br Mr Herve Spezza & Mme Marynege Spezza Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Picked up for €65,000 having finished third in a French bumper and displayed plenty of ability when sixth in an above-average contest at Newbury in February. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 Br

INVESTMENT MANAGER (-)

4 11-0

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Two Days In Paris (FR) Robbie Power Br Brocade Racing Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Br Two Days In Paris Partnership Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW €70,000 3-y-o, Nathaniel gelding. Dam 11f-13f winner. Stable’s first-timers warrant a second look. TFRHHHII BHA-

8 Br

JUST NO RISK (FR) (251) P-

4 11-0

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Just Divine (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies Br Walters Plant,Spiers&Hartwell,Egan Waste Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Br Mr Florian Robert

TIMEFORM VIEW No Risk At All gelding. Dam maiden on Flat in France. Pulled up in a point on debut in February. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 Br

KNAPPERS HILL (IRE) (-)

4 11-0

B g Valirann (FR) - Brogella (IRE) Harry Cobden Br Mr P K Barber and Mr P J Vogt Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Ronnie O’Neill Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW €155,000 3-y-o, Valirann gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart hurdler Swamp Fox and fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Rene’s Girl. One for shortlist on debut given connections. TFRHHHHI BHA-

10 MR PEANUT (-) Br

4 11-0

B g Aeroplane - Sumingasedit (IRE) Ben Poste Br Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn Br Mr Richard A. Thomas

TIMEFORM VIEW Aeroplane gelding. Half-brother to Italian 1 1/2m winner Figuremes. Dam unraced. TFRHIIII BHA-

11 OFF THE PLANET (IRE) (353) 5- Br

5 11-0

Ch g Presenting - Kings Diva (IRE) Richard Johnson Br The Brushmakers Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Sean Hoare Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW €60,000 3-y-o, Presenting gelding who makes plenty of appeal on paper and duly showed ability without being seen to best effect when fifth in a Worcester bumper a year ago. Likely improver. TFRHHHHH BHA-

12 RABSKI (IRE) (-) Br

4 11-0

B g Beat Hollow - Scarlet Feather (IRE) Kevin Brogan (7) Br Mrs Siobhan McAuley Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Br Declan Phelan & Ballylinch Stud Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW €36,000 3-y-o, Beat Hollow gelding. Dam showed little in bumpers/over hurdles, half-sister to useful hurdler/ smart chaser (stays 2 1/2m) Winter Escape. Trainer’s newcomers command respect. Wears hood. TFRHHHII BHA-

13 TOAD OF TOAD HALL (-) Br

4 11-0

B g Universal (IRE) - Double Mead Adam Wedge Br Mrs K. R. Smith-Maxwell Alexandra Dunn, Wellington Br Mrs Katherine Smith-Maxwell Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Universal gelding. Dam (c119/h102) 2 1/4m-3 1/4m hurdle/chase winner. TFRHIIII BHA2019: MAKE ME A BELIEVER (IRE) 4 11 0 David Noonan 8-1 (David Pipe) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn first time by No. 3, 12. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 4, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Knappers Hill (IRE), 11-2 Off The Planet (IRE), 7-1 Grand Lord (FR), 8-1 Freezing Point (IRE), 9-1 City Derby (IRE), 10-1 Investment Manager, 14-1 Stokes (IRE), 16-1 Rabski (IRE), 22-1 Auba Me Yang (IRE), Just No Risk (FR), 40-1 Blackjack Magic, 66-1 Mr Peanut, 200-1 Toad of Toad Hall

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RACE SEVEN

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT GATHERS PACE:

EIGHTH RACE 5.42 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 11YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE WASDELL GROUP STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Total race value £5000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £821, 3rd £411, 4th £205. (Penalty Value £3249)

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (15-20): P Nicholls (36 wins from 160 runners, 22%) runs FAMOSO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A King (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs RIDEAU CANAL LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHEILA’S SPIRIT trained by D Coakley, West Ilsley, 114 miles. RACE SUMMARY LIGHT N STRIKE offered up plenty in what looked an above-average bumper at Newton Abbot 3 weeks ago, showing good pace to come from behind in a slowly-run race, and can put his experience to good use up against some likely newcomers, notably Famoso, who’s out of a half-sister to Hurricane Fly, and The Bomber Liston from the Nicky Henderson yard. 1-2-3: 1.LIGHT N STRIKE (IRE) 2.FAMOSO (IRE) 3.THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) KEY colours

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ENTRE DEUX (FR) (251) P/6U312-

6 11-0

B g Khalkevi (IRE) - Evitta (FR) A. P. Heskin Br Mr S. Tulk Paul Henderson, Whitsbury Br Mme E. Hay, Mr A. Gourama & Mr G. Cherel Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Khalkevi gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/chaser Epicea. Dam placed over hurdles in France. Irish point winner, runner-up last time (Feb 2). Wears tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA-

2 Br

FAMOSO (IRE) (-)

4 11-0

B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE) Harry Cobden Br Mr P K Barber and Mr P J Vogt Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Br Sweetmans Bloodstock Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW €175,000 3-y-o, Fame And Glory gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/smart chaser Tornado Flyer. Dam, placed on Flat in Italy, half-sister to top-class hurdler Hurricane Fly. Likely type. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 Br

FLOY JOY (IRE) (-)

4 11-0

B g Arcadio (GER) - The Scorpion Queen (IRE) Robbie Power Br Nigel Hanger & Eric Jones Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Br Ms Jane Roche Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW £23,000 3-y-o, Arcadio gelding. Market often a good guide to yard’s newcomers. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 Br

FLYING SARA (346) 1- D

5 11-0

B m Malinas (GER) - Samandara (FR) Nick Scholfield Br Peckmoor Flyers Jack R. Barber, Crewkerne Br Alan King Racing and Miss J. M. Bodycote Redlynch Agricultural Engineering Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Relatively cheap purchase (for her pedigree) but looked to have plenty of talent when quickening clear to make a winning start at Taunton 11 months ago. Obvious claims under penalty if tuned up. TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 Br

HONORARY COLONEL (IRE) (-)

4 11-0

B g Ocovango - Mushagak (IRE) Richard Johnson Br Mr Alan Peterson Philip Hobbs, Minehead Br Patrick Goulding Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Ocovango gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Loyalty Card, stayed 2 1/2m. Dam, lightly raced on Flat, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (2m winner) Tetlami. Respected on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 Br

LIGHT N STRIKE (IRE) (21) 2

4 11-0

B g Leading Light (IRE) - One Rose Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Br Lodge Down Stables Syndicate Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Br Charles Persse Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Leading Light gelding. Dam, bumper winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Ross River. Showed plenty when second of 10 in bumper at Newton Abbot 3 weeks ago and sets the standard. TFRHHHHH BHA-

7 Br

MOZZARO (IRE) (49) 4

5 11-0

B g Morozov (USA) - Baraza (IRE) James Best Br Owners for Owners Mozzaro Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Br Brandon View Stud Fbc Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW €22,000 3-y-o, Morozov gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler Fletcher and fairly useful chaser Kinari, stayed 3 1/4m. 33/1, fourth of 9 in bumper at Uttoxeter (good to soft) on NH debut 49 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-

8 Br

MY DROGO (-)

5 11-0

B g Milan - My Petra Harry Skelton Br Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes Dan Skelton, Alcester HBr & C Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Milan gelding. Closely related to fairly useful hurdler My Dance and modest hurdler Cushuish. Dam, 2m-19f hurdle/chase winner, also 11.6f winner on Flat. One to note. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 Br

NEO (IRE) (-)

4 11-0

B g Morpheus - Run To Jane (IRE) Daryl Jacob Br Kate & Andrew Brooks Christian Williams, Bridgend Br Pat Fullam NAF

TIMEFORM VIEW €20,000 3-y-o, Morpheus gelding. Half-brother to 8 winners, including ungenuine but fairly useful hurdler Beyond, stayed 21f. Dam ran once over hurdles. TFRHHIII BHA-

10 RIDEAU CANAL (IRE) (-) Br

5 11-0

B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Miss Vinnie (IRE) Tom Cannon Br Farrell Field Sigler Lawson Alan King, Barbury Castle Br Donal Murphy Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Robin Des Champs gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (2 1/2m-3m winner) Bothair Clei and fair chaser (19f-21f winner) Silence Speaks. TFRHHHII BHA-

11 SHEILA’S SPIRIT (28) 50-4 Br

4 11-0

B g Swiss Spirit - Velma Kelly Jonathan Burke Br Mrs Barbara Coakley Denis Coakley, West Ilsley Br Genesis Green Stud Ltd Denis Coakley Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 8 in bumper at Fontwell (17.7f, good to firm, 125/1) 28 days ago. Bit more needed in all probability. TFRHHIII BHA-

12 THE BOMBER LISTON (IRE) (-) Br

4 11-0

B g Yeats (IRE) - True Britannia Nico de Boinville Br Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Br Mrs Una Sinnott

TIMEFORM VIEW €40,000 3-y-o, Yeats gelding. Closely related to bumper winner Searching For Gold. Dam 17f hurdle winner. Yard has excellent record with newcomers in bumpers. TFRHHHHI BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, 12.

RACE EIGHT

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Famoso (IRE), 6-1 The Bomber Liston (IRE), 13-2 Light N Strike (IRE), 15-2 Flying Sara, 10-1 Rideau Canal (IRE), 12-1 Honorary Colonel (IRE), 14-1 Floy Joy (IRE), 16-1 My Drogo, 25-1 Entre Deux (FR), 33-1 Mozzaro (IRE), Neo (IRE), Sheila’s Spirit

RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.40 - THE CHAMPION HATS JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than three hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 5th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, for each hurdle race won 6lb. 11 entries at £29. - Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.12 - THE UNIBET YOU’RE ON HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10396 to the winning horse The second to receive £3052, the third £1526 and the fourth £763. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £2000 towards the prize money for this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 14 entries, at £75. Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7925; Second £2626; Third £1314; Fourth £656. (Penalty Value £10396.80) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.47 - THE NATIVE RIVER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15825 to the winning horse The second to receive £4675, the third £2337, the fourth £1170 and the fifth £585. for four yrs old and upwards. £92 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £74 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2020, for each steeple chase won 6lb. 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 20 entries, 4 at £18 and 16 at £92. - Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12030; Second £4018; Third £2008; Fourth £1005; Fifth £503. (Penalty Value £15825) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.22 - THE DUNRAVEN WINDOWS NOVICES’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (for The Robert Mottram Memorial Trophy) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11546 to the winning horse The second to receive £4334, the third £2170, the fourth £1082 and the fifth £542. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 5th and pay £84 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 5lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap steeple chase 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age steeple chase 5lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st. The Robert Mottram Memorial Trophy will be presented to the winning owner to be held until September 1st next year, when it is to be returned to the Chepstow Executive. 11 entries at £84. - Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8842; Second £3630; Third £1816; Fourth £908; Fifth £454. (Penalty Value £11546) A SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.57 - THE WASDELL GROUP SILVER TROPHY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £22780 to the winning horse The second to receive £8548, the third £4280, the fourth £2132, the fifth £1072 and the sixth £536. for four yrs old and upwards. £131 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £26 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £105 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2020, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 29 entries, at £131. - Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £17432; Second £7156; Third £3580; Fourth £1788; Fifth £896; Sixth £448. (Penalty Value £22780) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.32 - THE JOHN AYRES MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15640 to the winning horse The second to receive £4620, the third £2310, the fourth £1155, the fifth £577 and the sixth £290. for four yrs old and upwards. £92 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £74 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Penalties, after October 3rd, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 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, 1 at £18 and 22 at £92. - Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11875; Second £3968; Third £1985; Fourth £993; Fifth £495; Sixth £248. (Penalty Value £15640) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.07 - THE WASDELL GROUP STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3249 to the winning horse The second to receive £954, the third £477 and the fourth £238. 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, October 5th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 14lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £25. - Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £821; Third £411; Fourth £205. (Penalty Value £3249) SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 5.42 - THE WASDELL GROUP STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3249 to the winning horse The second to receive £954, the third £477 and the fourth £238. 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, October 5th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 14lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 17 entries at £25. - Closed October 5th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £821; Third £411; Fourth £205. (Penalty Value £3249) SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

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