SUNDAY 22ND DECEMBER 2024
FIRST RACE 12.13 x 2m 7f 95y
The Sky Bet Acca Freeze Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)
KEY RACE STATISTICS
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Owen (12 wins from 37 runners, 32%) runs STAR LEGEND Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs STAR LEGEND Longest Traveller: FADED FANTASY trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 268 miles.
1 STAR LEGEND (IRE) (19) 3-22450 C 5 12-0
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Thai Haku (IRE) Mr Alex Chadwick (5) J
O Mr J Owen James Owen, Newmarket T
B Rockhart Trading Ltd James Owen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner, Runner-up twice over hurdles in June but struggled on last two hurdle starts, well-beaten in Huntingdon selling handicap in November and below-par again when Eleventh of 16 in handicap hurdle (11/1) at Southwell. Has ran well here so hopes rest on a revival at a track he likes. TFRHHHII BHA98
2 HARDY BUCK (IRE) (21) F0P323 BF 6 11-11
Br B g Mount Nelson - Peratus (IRE) Tom Broughton (5) J
O Mrs L. Osborne Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
B William Flood
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap chase at Wexford (25.5f, soft, 28/1) 29 days ago, struggling badly over circuit out. Made the frame in Point-to-Points in Ireland since and back under rules on first start for new yard (previously with the then John Joseph Hanlon yard when last seen under Rules). TFRHHIII BHA95
3 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (25) 050420 5 11-9
Br B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Stonepark Farms Ltd NAF, Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not won since June 2023 but came close on first attempt over fences, closed all the way to the line. Possibly didn’t take to cheekpieces on next outing (25 days ago) when struggled. Interesting back over hurdles with blinkers tried, at a course where yard does well and with ex-stable jockey aboard. TFRHHHHH BHA93
4 SHE WON’T MIND (GB) (50) 3/105-00 6 11-3
Br Ch m Mount Nelson - Makadamia Harry Reed J
O Paul Davies John Raglan Beswick Brothers Tim Reed, Hexham T
B Upton Viva Stud Fitzdares Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Raced freely when tailed off sole outing in bumpers and has made little impact in 3 novice hurdles (last seen 50 days ago well beaten at Ayr 16f). Significantly up in trip on handicap debut following short break, and extra distance could bring about some improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA87
5 FLEMEN’S TIPPLE (IRE) (34) 6P6-1P4 7 11-1
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Marie des Anges (FR) Caoilin Quinn J
O Jokulhlaup Syndicate Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T
B Miss Lisa Pyne Funnel Fuel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up a few times over hurdles and finally got his head in front over the fences in decisive fashion at Huntingdon (23.6f, good to firm) in May. Possibly amiss given the way he wilted at Warwick (24f) later that month. Last of 4 on return to hurdling (looked rusty) and tongue tie on now. TFRHHIII BHA85
6 GHOST PEPPER (IRE) (40) 406 4 10-10
Br Gr g Mahler - Niceanspicy (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Mr K Brookes & Mr M Payne D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Mrs Mary Mangan
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family but down the field in 2m Stratford hurdles 4 months apart before finishing last at Hereford 40 days ago. Looks one to improve with time, although step up in trip will be in his favour and betting may offer a guide of what is expected on handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA81
7 VON HALLERS (IRE) (69) UPP6-P5 6 10-6
Br Br m Presenting - Afaraka (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Mr J. Perriss Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T
B Paddy Kennedy Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer but hasn’t really shone under Rules. Something to build on when Fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good, 3/1) after 5-month break and up in trip following a further 69 days off the track. Not discounted.
TFRHHHII BHA76
8 TIS BUT A SCRATCH (GB) (41) 32P050 8 10-4
Br Br g Passing Glance - Shropshirelass Tabitha Worsley (3) J
O Ms G. Howell Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells T
B Miss T. Worsley Drill Service (Horley) LTD, NDS Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 20 runs. Huntingdon fifth was one of his better efforts but did not back it up when well-beaten at Kempton (24.6f) last month and overall his record is unconvincing.
TFRHHHII BHA74
9 GO FOX (GB) (33) 5-36506 C 9 10-2
Br Ch g Foxwedge (AUS) - Bling Bling (IRE) Jack Quinlan J
O The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Neil King, Burderop T B Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Won over fences in summer 2023 and runner-up twice here (hurdles and fences) last winter. Largely downhill since including when stepped up to 3m on latest chase outing (sixth of 7) at this venue last month. Back over hurdles today and something to prove from out of weights. TFRHHIII BHA69
10 PORRIDGE (IRE) (21) U0PP34 4 10-2
Br B f Casamento (IRE) - Boldilocks Tom Buckley (3) J
O Mr P. Long Tracey Leeson, Towcester T
B Simon Walford
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth on sole outing in points but hasn’t offered much under Rules, never involved on latest start at Leicester (20.5f, heavy, 20/1) 21 days ago and up against it once again from out of the handicap.
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
TFRHIIII BHA51
Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8, 9.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Faded Fantasy (IRE), 5-1 Von Hallers (IRE), 11-2 Star Legend (IRE), 6-1 She Won’t Mind (GB), 12-1 Hardy Buck (IRE), Flemen’s Tipple (IRE), 14-1 Ghost Pepper (IRE), Tis But A Scratch (GB), 33-1 Go Fox (GB), 66-1 Porridge (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW All of these have something to prove in one way or another, but FADED FANTASY may be the least risky option. If taking to the first-time blinkers, he can enhance his trainer’s good record at this venue. She Won’t Mind may not have the most inspiring form figures but this is a modest contest, and the step up in trip could bring her into the mix. Star Legend has lost his way of late but the return to the scene of his sole hurdles victory could see him run better
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.FADED FANTASY (IRE) 2.SHE WON’T MIND 3.STAR LEGEND (IRE)
SECOND RACE 12.43 x 2m 3y
The Sky Bet Build A Bet
Mares’
Novices’
Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £7500 x Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3029, 2nd £1514, 3rd £758, 4th £379, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)
KEY RACE STATISTICS
Leading course trainer (19-24): Tom Ellis (6 wins from 12 runners, 50%) runs BRAVE JEN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Williams (2 wins from 29 runners, 7%) runs IRONED OUT Longest Traveller: IRONED OUT trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 245 miles.
1 BRAVE JEN (GB) (25) 402312 BF 6 12-0
Br B m Kayf Tara - Fenney Spring Mr Jack Andrews (3) J
O Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B W. P. Jenks Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved well suited by the emphasis being on speed when off the mark in 12-runner maiden at Sedgefield (17f, good) in November Creditable second of 3 in Market Rasen handicap since, no extra late on after leading going well 2 out. This sharp track should suit. TFRHHHHH BHA101
2 UOKHUN (IRE) (11) 4/P-4U33 6 11-13
Br B m Arcadio (GER) - Status Update (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr JWE Bevin Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mrs V. Wilkinson Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise when third in mares’ novice hurdles over 2m at Wetherby and Hexham on her last 2 starts and rates a likely improver in handicaps.
3 CONFIDENTIAL GOSIP (IRE) (16) 355600 5 11-6
Br Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rathvawn Belle (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O The City Rollers Laura Horsfall, Towcester T
B Mrs D. Cashman Abacus Securities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler for Jessica Harrington but well held in 3 runs for Laura Horsfall. Can only watch at present.
HHIII BHA93
4 IRONED OUT (IRE) (31) 40060 4 10-12
Br B f Pillar Coral - Crumpledandcreased (IRE) Isabel Williams (3) J
O BAYTREE Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has hinted at ability and handicaps provide her with a much more realistic chance. It’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of her.
TFRHHHII BHA85
5 SIMPLY GORGEOUS (GB) (40) 0F042 5 10-4
Br B m Time Test - Leap of Joy (IRE) Jack Quinlan J
O Mr E. A. Condon Neil King, Burderop T
B Lady Richard Wellesley Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair at best on Flat. Only modest form at best over hurdles but latest Lingfield second of 6 shows she can be competitive from her lowly mark. TFRHHHII BHA77
2023: LADY BERLAIS 5 10 10 Charlie Todd 9-2 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-1 Brave Jen (GB), 9-4 Uokhun (IRE), 3-1 Simply Gorgeous (GB), 8-1 Ironed Out (IRE), 25-1 Confidential Gosip (IRE)
S Sponsor
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Fakenham should play to the strengths of BRAVE JEN who is preferred to Tim Easterby handicap newcomer Uokhun. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRAVE JEN 2.UOKHUN (IRE) 3.SIMPLY GORGEOUS
RESULTS
Race Time Distance 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
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THIRD RACE 1.13 x 2m 5f 44y
The £50,000 Queen Boudicca Series Qualifier Mares’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Queen Boudicca Mares’ Chase Qualifier)
for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 2lb.
KEY RACE STATISTICS
Leading course trainer (19-24): S Edmunds (13 wins from 54 runners, 24%) runs KOSASIEMPRE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Pipe (3 wins from 20 runners, 15%) runs MICRONORMOUS Longest Traveller: MICRONORMOUS trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 259 miles.
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb
1 KOSASIEMPRE (FR) (21) 115231 D 6 11-12
Br B m Masked Marvel - Cosavita (FR) Charlie Hammond J
O Fakenham Race Club Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T
B Ecurie Biraben, D. Biraben & A. Biraben Science Supplements, Fakenham Racecourse Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m 4f hurdle winner at Market Rasen early this summer and proved herself a better chaser than hurdler at the first attempt when confidently ridden to score at Leicester 3 weeks ago. Can defy a 7lb rise with more to come. TFRHHHHH BHA109
2 MELUSINE DE PAIL (FR) (29) 223-033 6 11-9
Br Gr m Creachadoir (IRE) - Regina Maresca (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Melusine Noel Williams, Blewbury T
B Jean Raymond Brenton, Fanny Brenton & Ca Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed fair form when placed over hurdles. Decent start to chase career when third at Huntingdon last month and entitled to build on that. TFRHHHII BHA106
3 MICRONORMOUS (IRE) (33) 3-35641 CD 6 11-8
Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Foxy Lauren (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Micro Managers David Pipe, Wellington T
B Mr Thomas Hore W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner but mixed record over hurdles this season after 16 months off. Made a winning start to chase career in weak event over C&D last month and will find this harder TFRHHHII BHA105
4 EDE’IFFS ROCK (GB) (20) 15-441F D 6 11-4
Br B m Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Ede’iff Harry Kimber J
O Mr A. Lees Bill Turner, Sherborne T
B Mr A. F. Lees
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort over hurdles, winning twice, including at Plumpton last month. However, was in the process of running below form switched to fences when falling at the last there 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA101
5 CLUAIN AODHA (IRE) (31) 254F-34 7 11-2
Br B m Darsi (FR) - Wendy’s Moan (IRE) Jack Quinlan J
O Mark Harrod, Bryan Agar & Nicky George Neil King, Burderop T
B Mr Thomas Browne racehorse-ownership.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap hurdler who belied unflattering odds sent chasing after 15 months off when good third at Uttoxeter early last month. Might have found next run coming too soon so worth another chance.
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
TFRHHHHI BHA99
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Stewards Note:
CLUAIN AODHA: Following its run on 21/11/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped right-handed.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 6-4 Kosasiempre (FR), 5-2 Micronormous (IRE), 11-2 Melusine de Pail (FR), 10-1 Ede’iffs Rock (GB), Cluain Aodha (IRE)
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
THE TIMEFORM VIEW KOSASIEMPRE already looks a better chaser than hurdler after her winning start in this sphere at Leicester and she looks capable of defying a 7lb rise. Cluain Aodha is worth another chance to confirm chase debut promise so is feared most.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KOSASIEMPRE (FR) 2.CLUAIN AODHA (IRE) 3.MELUSINE
RESULTS
Race Time Distance 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
FOURTH
RACE 1.43 x 2m 4f 1y
The Sky Bet Super Week, Supersized Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3130, 2nd £1565, 3rd £782, 4th £392. (Penalty Value £4084.50)
KEY RACE STATISTICS
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Wadham (19 wins from 73 runners, 26%) runs MISS CYNTHIA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 46 runners, 15%) runs GO WEST Longest Traveller: GO WEST trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 242 miles.
1 GO WEST (IRE) (20) 2/2210/-5 6 11-4
Br B g Westerner - Topathistle (IRE) Harry Cobden J
O Owners Group 107 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Robert Prendergast Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in March 2023. Shaped as if retaining most of that ability when fifth in 20.5f Plumpton maiden hurdle on return from absence 3 weeks ago. Entitled to come on for that.
2 IT’S A MYSTERY (IRE) (209) 3 4 11-4
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Misstree Pitcher Mr Jack Andrews (3) J
O Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B Mr & Mrs Nigel Faulks Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole start in points in May but the form doesn’t look anything special. The betting should help guide to expectations on hurdle debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 KILLOMEROE (IRE) (203) 3343-P0 7 11-4
Br Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Chrisdonlady (IRE) Lewis Stones (3) J
O Caroline Fryer Caroline Fryer, Wymondham T
B Eamon & Esther McElligott
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points but didn’t show much in 2 maiden hurdles over the summer (C&D second occasion). Big outsider. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 ONE MILLION DREAMS (FR) (29) 303 4 11-4
Br Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Indian Lizzy Jack Quinlan J
O G. Chesneaux N. Littmoden Nick Littmoden, Newmarket T
B Jean-Paul Lemelletier, Poulinieres.Com
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form, beaten19 lengths when third in 2m Huntingdon maiden 29 days ago. Up in trip. Likely vulnerable for win purposes again.
TFRHHIII BHA102
5 MINIMOONBEAM (GB) (-) 4 10-11
Br B f Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Sweet Robinia (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Mr P. H. Betts
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
Stewards Note:
GO WEST: Following its run on 2/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-8 Miss Cynthia (GB), 9-4 Go West (IRE), 13-2 Minimoonbeam (GB), 12-1 It’s A Mystery (IRE), One Million Dreams (FR), 100-1 Killomeroe (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW If MISS CYNTHIA can translate anything like her Flat ability to hurdles at the first attempt she’ll be a very tough nut to crack. Go West is the obvious danger unless the betting vibes are strong surrounding James Owen newcomer Minimoonbeam.
RESULTS
James Owen, Newmarket T
B P. H. Betts Broadwater Mouldings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon filly. Dam (h95), maiden hurdler, sister to ungenuine Big Rob and Legal Glory (both fair hurdlers/fairly useful chasers). Newcomer from an excellent yard. Interesting to see what the betting makes of her TFRHHHII BHA-
6 MISS CYNTHIA (GB) (78) 4 10-11
Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Best Friend (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O Mrs Lindy O’Hare Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B John Pearce Racing Limited Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer on Flat (stays 17f) for Sir Mark Prescott. Bought for 100,000 gns in October Found a very winnable race on hurdle debut. TFRHHHHH BHA-
FIFTH RACE 2.13 x 3m 5f 24y
The Sky Bet Club Stayers’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
KEY RACE STATISTICS
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Wadham (19 wins from 73 runners, 26%) runs SAMOURAI ONE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Wadham (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs SAMOURAI ONE Longest Travellers: JONY MAX & BALLYRASHANE trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 268 miles.
1 GOLD CLERMONT (FR) (20) 0146-64 CD 8 12-0
Br B m Balko (FR) - Une Dame d’Or (FR) Philip Armson (3) J
O Doyoufollow Partnership Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T
B S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Funnel Fuel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better for return when fourth at Plumpton, likely to have finished a lot closer but for a bad mistake 3 out. On a winning mark so she’s not taken lightly. TFRHHHII BHA110
2 FERN HILL (IRE) (30) PP60-55 9 12-0
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock Jack Quinlan J
O Mr J E Harrison & Mrs S Case Ben Case, Banbury T
B Joseph and Anthony Smiddy David Andrews Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term out of sorts and is yet to mount a revival this term. Back up in trip now and mark continues to slide.
HHHII BHA110
3 SUBLIME HEIGHTS (IRE) (20) 261-P43 8 11-12
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Corrag Lass (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O Andrew & Sarah Wates Toby Lawes, Beare Green T
B J. W. George Lawmens Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to top his best form in two runs this autumn, only third of 6 at Plumpton last time. Mark is edging down but has a bit to prove.
TFRHHIII BHA108
4 LYRICAL GENIUS (IRE) (14) 2443P-3 7 11-6
Br B g Milan - Rheinland (IRE) James Best J
O The Friday Lunch Club Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T
B S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has an unattractive style but he’s well handicapped and made a positive first start for this yard when third at Huntingdon a fortnight ago. Player if he can build on that. TFRHHHII BHA102
5 JONY MAX (IRE) (13) 002123 C 9 11-0
Br B g Mahler - Supreme Sunday (IRE) Ellis Collier (7) J
O StQuintonMauleIntPlyw’dS-Daniel Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B John and Miriam Murphy NAF, Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of reduced mark at Warwick in November and backed it up with a couple of solid efforts. Has an excellent course record and the step back up in trip will suit, so he’s the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA96
6 SAMOURAI ONE (FR) (33) 41PP-32 7 10-12
Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Northern Ocean (FR) Tom Cannon J
O Suiter Developments Limited Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B Mr Dominique Lepagney E.N. Suiter & Sons Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Left his hurdling exploits behind when scoring easily on his Market Rasen chase debut in February. That was decent form (had 3 next-time winners in behind) and he’s been back on track lately, so can make his presence felt.
TFRHHHHI BHA94
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 MARETTIMO (IRE) (17) 32-4P04 10 10-8
Br B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Renowned (IRE) Harry Kimber J
O Mrs Tracy Turner Bill Turner, Sherborne T B Lynch Bages
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap chaser who shaped as if retaining his ability after 17 months off when fourth at Fontwell in October Disappointing since, though. TFRHHIII BHA90
8 BALLYRASHANE (IRE) (62) 22-5613 CD 7 10-2
Br B g Milan - Musical Madam (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Lucy Norton & Norris Mount Stud NAF, Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Left his chase debut form behind when successful over C&D in March and doubled his tally in this sphere at Uttoxeter (3m, good to soft) in October Solid showing at Plumpton since and deserves respect after two months off.
TFRHHHHI BHA84
2023: GOLD CLERMONT (FR) 7 11 10 Sean Bowen 17-2 (Andy Irvine) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7.
Stewards Note:
GOLD CLERMONT: Following its run on 2/12/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake. SUBLIME HEIGHTS: Following its run on 2/12/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake. LYRICAL GENIUS: Following its run on 8/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung and jumped left-handed.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Jony Max (IRE), 9-2 Samourai One (FR), 5-1 Ballyrashane (IRE), 13-2 Lyrical Genius (IRE), 15-2 Fern Hill (IRE), 10-1 Gold Clermont (FR), 16-1 Sublime Heights (IRE), 25-1 Marettimo (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW JONY MAX is in top form and goes well here, so he’s fancied to get his head back in front over a trip that suits him well. Stablemate Ballyrashane is a threat and another solid showing is expected from Samourai One.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JONY MAX (IRE) 2.BALLYRASHANE (IRE) 3.SAMOURAI ONE (FR)
RESULTS
Race Time Distance 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
SIXTH RACE 2.43 x 2m 3y
The Sky Bet, For The Fans Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 1lb.
KEY RACE STATISTICS
Leading course trainer (19-24): S Humphrey (8 wins from 50 runners, 16%) runs CHANDLERS BAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Williams (2 wins from 29 runners, 7%) runs SABBATHICAL Longest Traveller: SABBATHICAL trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 245 miles.
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb
1 CHANDLERS BAY (IRE) (320) F23/60- 5 11-12
Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Society Gal (IRE) James Best J
O The CC Partnership Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T
B Gigginstown House Stud Retraining of Racehorses S
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
THE TIMEFORM VIEW ZHANG FEI is in good order and finds himself in a less-competitive event than last time so, provided his enthusiasm can be channelled correctly, he can make all at the possible expense of Bigz Belief. Sabbathical has an absence to overcome but is well treated on chase form.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ZHANG FEI (FR) 2.BIGZ BELIEF (IRE) 3.SABBATHICAL (FR)
TFRHHHII BHA106
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise earlier in career and, while both outings were sub-par last season, he’s worthy of a market check having left Alan King in the 10 months he’s been off.
2 CLINTON LANE (GB) (43) 1P-5P13 D 6 11-10
Br Ch g Linda’s Lad - Midnight Seranade (IRE) Fergus Gillard J
O Mr T. J. C. Seegar Mark Gillard, Sherborne T
B Whitegate Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to better modest form in this sphere but managed to double career tally after 5 months off in 7-runner Plumpton novice in October Solid third under a penalty in similar event at Wincanton since but doesn’t appear to have anything in hand. TFRHHHII BHA104
3 ZHANG FEI (FR) (24) 541523 6 11-7
Br B g Camelot - Mambomiss (FR) Fern O’Brien (7) J
O Caveat Emptor Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B E.A.R.L. Haras de Mandore Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newton Abbot (17f) in July and back on track lately, third in a stronger race than this at Taunton last time. Should be able to dominate this and makes most appeal.
TFRHHHHH BHA101
4 BIGZ BELIEF (IRE) (9) 006F42 D 7 11-6
Br B g Make Believe - Manaka (FR) Tom Broughton (5) J
O Mr R. De la Haye Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
B Springwell Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW On a lengthy losing run but has been back in form lately, finding only one too good when second of 5 in a first-time visor at Bangor 9 days ago. Cheekpieces back on now and he’s worthy of respect. TFRHHHHI BHA100
5 SABBATHICAL (FR) (610) 013401/- CD 9 11-2
Br B g Sunday Break (JPN) - Ulcy Pressive (FR) Osian Radford (10) J
O Mrs C. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Bernard Jeffroy & Marie-Charlotte Lecler
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over fences at Leicester last February and added another chase success to his CV at Bangor (17.4f, good) 2 months later Absent since (20 months) but he’s potentially well handicapped back in this sphere.
TFRHHHHI BHA96 2023: FOR PLEASURE (IRE) 8 12 1 Sean Bowen 3-1 (Olly Murphy) 8 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Stewards Note: ZHANG FEI: Following its run on 28/11/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-4 Zhang Fei (FR), 10-3 Sabbathical (FR), 4-1 Bigz Belief (IRE), 5-1 Clinton Lane (GB), 18-1 Chandlers Bay (IRE)
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SEVENTH RACE 3.13 x 2m 5f 44y
The Sky Bet Request A Bet Female Jockeys’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) (Female Professional Jockeys And Amateur Riders’ Race)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (Penalty Value £10562)
KEY RACE STATISTICS
Leading course trainer (19-24): L Wadham (19 wins from 73 runners, 26%) runs SCENE ONE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (14 wins from 62 runners, 23%) runs FRERE D’ARMES Weightwatcher: FRERE D’ARMES won off a handicap mark of 128, his rating is now down 5lb to 123. Longest Traveller: PLANNED PARADISE trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 268 miles.
1 FRERE D’ARMES (FR) (29) 003250 7 12-0
Br B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Ville Sainte (FR) Miss Heidi Palin (7) J
O Belbroughton Racing Club Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr Xavier Leredde Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run is mounting up but he’s back down in class and was beaten only a length at Kempton off this mark 3 starts ago, so not taken lightly with headgear re-fitted. TFRHHHII
2 BASHERS REFLECTION (GB) (30) 0200-63 C D 7 11-12
Br Ch g Mount Nelson - Dungarvan Lass (IRE) Lilly Pinchin J
O Mrs C. J. C. Bailey Ben Case, Banbury T
B Mrs C. J. C. Bailey David Andrews Construction Limited S
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T
Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 LUNAR CONTACT (IRE) (26) F64111 C 6 10-12
Br B g Sea Moon - Bobaway (IRE) Miss Gina Andrews J
O Mr Keith F. J. Loads Tom Ellis, Rugby T B Burgage Stud Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdles form for Alan King in 2022/23. Twice a winner between the flags and on the up over fences, winning a brace of handicaps this autumn. Completed hat-trick back over timber at Southwell and he’s a major player again.
TFRHHHHH BHA107
2023: GEORGES SAINT (FR) 7 11 0 Miss Lucy Turner 5-2 (Venetia Williams) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 6, 7.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 15-8 Lunar Contact (IRE), 11-2 Don Alvaro (GB), 13-2 Frere d’Armes (FR), 15-2 Scene One (IRE), 8-1 Bashers Reflection (GB), 10-1 Planned Paradise (IRE), 12-1 Captain Speaking (FR)
TFRHHHII BHA121
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved hurdler last season and much better for seasonal/chase debut when good third at Chepstow last month. Should have more to offer as a chaser
3 DON ALVARO (GB) (727) 10/4115/- 8 11-8
Br B g Muhtathir - New Destiny (FR) Miss Olive Nicholls (7) J
O Moger & Woodhouse Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Dominic J. Burke Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Left his hurdle form well behind switched to fences, winning a pair of 2 1/2m Wincanton handicaps. Below form at Kempton when last seen on Boxing Day 2 years ago but handicapper has dropped him and he could be ready for top yard. TFRHHHHI BHA117
4 CAPTAIN SPEAKING (FR) (36) P51P-20 CD 9 11-6
Br Ch g Linda’s Lad - Hillflower (FR) Tabitha Worsley (3) J
O Captain Syndicate and Nick Littmoden Nick Littmoden, Newmarket T
B Mrs Celine Sirven Gualde Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick at Fakenham 4 years ago and paid his way in France since, winning 5 times, latest at Durtal in March. Shaped better than the distance beaten suggests on his belated return to these shores at Cheltenham 5 weeks ago and this test looks more suitable. TFRHHHHI BHA115
5 PLANNED PARADISE (IRE) (17) 632033 8 10-13
Br B g Westerner - Quel Bleu (IRE) Fern O’Brien (7) J
O The Paradise Mob Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Mr Cal Flavin Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Perth winner in July but just respectable efforts at best kept busy since. Needs to raise his game.
TFRHHHII BHA108
6 SCENE ONE (IRE) (21) 1644-P2 CD 8 10-13
Br B g Curtain Time (IRE) - Isserkelly Lady (IRE) Alice Stevens (3) J
O Scene One Partnership Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B Mr William Norris Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner (including over C&D) over fences last season and left a below-par reappearance at Bangor well behind when good second at Leicester 3 weeks ago. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA108
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The thriving LUNAR CONTACT is open to more improvement and is still at the right end of the weights, so he can continue his winning sequence. Don Alvaro looks interesting for his top yard after a 2-year absence, while Captain Speaking can be expected to leave his Cheltenham reappearance behind.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LUNAR CONTACT (IRE) 2.DON ALVARO 3.CAPTAIN SPEAKING (FR)
