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MOLLY DAY General Manager, Haydock Park Racecourse
Welcome
Welcome to Haydock Park Racecourse.
This racecard will provide you with all the information you will need for your time with us. Should you wish for information about future fixtures, please scan the QR code below. We hope you enjoy your visit.
RACEDAY OFFICIALS
Regional Director North West
Dickon White
General Manager - Haydock Park
Molly Day
Regional Head of Racing - Haydock Park
Daniel Cooper
Regional Head of Operations – North West
Stephen Mansfield
Regional Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course – Aintree
Sulekha Varma
Catering Regional General Manager
Lee Dennan
Group Head of Hospitality
Claire Leonard
Group Head of Conference and Events
Charlotte Jones
Sales Service Manager
Lucy McCaffrey
Ticketing & Customer Relations Manager
Sherelle Bartholomew
Head of MarketingAintree and Haydock Park
James Rennard
Communications Lead
Sophie-May Clarke
Owners Liaison Manager
Vikki Mason
Head Groundsman
Karl Coghlin
Catering General Manager – Haydock Park
Stuart Griffin
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Molly Day
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Daniel Cooper
Chairman
Nick Bannister
Committee Members
Mouse Barlow, Christopher Clay, Rosie Curran, Graham Dagnall, Conor McGinn, Gary Middlebrook, Simon Raine
Stewards
Robert McCarthy (Chief Steward)
Jeremy Barlow (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Milly Bersey, Michael Eyre, Nathan Green
Starters
Seamus O’Neill
Stuart Turner
Judge
Michael Roberts
Clerks Of The Scales
Wayne Burnell
Alex Porter
Veterinary Officer
Mark Tabachnik
Veterinary Surgeons
Paddy MacAndrew, Alasdair Topp, Stuart Pearson
Medical Officers
Dr John Edwards, Dr Louise Williams, Dr Kate Gaskell, Dr Ian Roberts
Nurse
Darron Lomax
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Melanie Swarbrick, Lisa Cook, Louise Neale, Michelle Maughan
Betting Ring Manager
Mike Oxley
Commentator
David Fitzgerald
Raceday Presenter
Gordon Brown
PREMIER LOUNGE
Premier Lounge
Full bar and freshly made dishes of the day including pizza, salads, sharing platters
Premier Bar Full Bar
COUNTY STAND
Sandon Suite
Full Bar, including Draught Carling and Worthington’s
Horseshoe Suite
Full Bar, including Draught Carling and Worthington’s
Coolies Bar & Grill
Selection of deli offers
The Moët Champagne Bar
Wine & Champagne
Jubilee Bar
Full Bar, including Draught Carling and Worthington’s
Paddock Club CLOSED
The Wine Rack CLOSED
BE FRIENDLY STAND
Be Friendly Café Closed
Be Friendly Bar Open
CATERING FACILITIES
GRANDSTAND AND PADDOCK
The Makerfield Lawn
Serving coffee and donuts only
Sprint Cup Bar/The Weighed Inn
Full bar / Hot and cold beverages / Selection of award winning great north pies
Sports Bar Full Bar
Final Furlong Bar Full Bar
Oaks Bar CLOSED
Cue Card Bar CLOSED
PADDOCK
Pimms Garden Bar CLOSED
Paddock Club CLOSED
Paddock Coffee
Serving a selection of seasonal coffees
HAYDOCK PARK RACECOURSE
RACECARD EXPLAINED
5 PROTEKTORAT (FR) (226) 21/2134- 7 11-10
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Protektion (FR) Harry Skelton
Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales Dan Skelton, Alcester
MrGuyCherel&MmeIsabellePacault
TheAirAmbulanceService(Warwickshire&Northamptonshire),MorsonGroup
TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classchaserwhopostedanexcellentthirdtoAPlusTardinCheltenhamGoldCuplastseason.Maydo betterstillthistermandlookstheonetochasehomethefavouriteonreturnafterabreathingoperation.
Aquick wayto see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.
Look out for Letters:
C = Has won at this course
D = Has won over this distance
CD = Has won over this distance at this course
BF = Was a beaten favourite
MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM
- = New racing season
/ = Missed racing season
P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race
F = Horse fell
U = Rider unseated
R = Horse refused to race
CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse
B = Horse was brought down
S = Horse slipped
r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race
d = Disqualified
Bold form
figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races
Select your horse. Note their name and saddlecloth number
Choose your bet. ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are popular types of bet.
‘To win’ is for your horse to come first.
‘Each-way’ is for your horse to come first or to be placed. It’s two bets, so ‘£2 each-way’ = £4 total bet.
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.
3. Timeform view and TFR rating
4. HORSE’STRAINER &THEIR LOCATION
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.
5. JOCKEYS
Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.
OTHER USEFUL DETAILS
6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey
7. Saddlecloth number
8. Horse’s name
9. Birthplace of horse
10. Days since the horse last run
11. Horse’s age
12. Jockey’s weight (stone and lbs)
13. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)
14. Horse’s owner
15. Horse’s breeder
16. Sponsor
Decide the amount – or stake – you are comfortable to bet.
Place your bet. There are different places to bet on course; The Tote, racecourse bookmakers, betting shop or online. Each option offers a different experience.
Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.
1. FORM EXPERTVIEW
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
Haydock Park has made substantial practical changes to our facilities to ensure we follow all mandatory disability requirements, which include the following:
Inclusion of induction loops installed in suites and bars
Braille being included on the majority of our signage
Improvements to disabled viewing areas
Suite doors being widened
Lowering of betting facilities to improve access
Viewing balconies improved for wheelchair access
The introduction of a disabled lift
Changes to existing lifts to allow wheelchair operation
Increasing disabled car parking access
Widening car parking spaces and installing appropriate signage
Additional centrally located disabled toilets
Modification of existing toilets to allow ambulant disabled access (including widening cubicles, installation of grab rails, lengthening mirrors, adjusting flush mechanisms, adjustments to door locking facilities and washbasin and handles)
Refuge areas constructed in case of fire (including the installation of a 2-way communication system with the on-site control room to each point)
Additional Evac chairs
Changes to health and safety procedures to protect disabled persons
Changes in admissions policy in respect of disabled persons (i.e., allowing carers in free of charge)
Accessible viewing facilities are located:
Makerfield Stand
First floor, Final Furlong Bar
Centenary Stand
First floor, Horseshoe Suite
Tommy Whittle Stand
First floor, Kauto Star Suite
Accessible toilet facilities can be located in:
Grandstand and Paddock
Ground floor by Sprint Cup Bar
Makerfield Stand
Ground floor by Sports Bar
Centenary Stand
Ground floor by Guinness Bar, first floor in Horseshoe Bar and second floor in the Premier Suite
Tommy Whittle Stand
Ground floor in Jubilee suite, first floor in Kauto Star suite, second floor in private boxes, third floor in private boxes and fourth floor in private boxes
Lowered Service Counters
Lowered service counters are available in the Be Friendly, Grandstand and Paddock, Centenary and Tommy Whittle stands and in the betting facilities
Induction Loops
Induction Loops are available in the Be Friendly, Grandstand and Paddock, Centenary and Tommy Whittle stands
NEED TO KNOW MORE
Want to know about Racing Language, Hints & Tips, New to Racing, Betting information and much, much more visit our website below or scan our QR code. jockeyclubracecourses.com/come-racing
Welcome to Haydock Park Annual Members on our annual pre-Christmas meeting, Betfred Tommy Whittle Chase Day.
First run in 1982, the Tommy Whittle Chase is named in honour of the late Tommy Whittle, a director of Haydock Park for 30 years, 13 of which were spent as Chairman He died in 1981
The Tommy Whittle winners list reads like a Who’s Who of top three-mile chasers. Little Owl, Forgive n Forget, The Thinker, Twin Oaks, Chatham, One Man, Suny Bay and Cloudy Lane have all won it A huge testament to the training abilities of the late Gordon W Richards is that he remains the winning most trainer of the race twenty six years after his death Gordon’s son, Nicky won this last year with Famous Bridge. Every inch a typical horse both he and his owner Hemmings racing excel with, it would be great if he could win again today.
In the supporting card it’s great to see stars of the future going to post for the Betfred Mares Novice Hurdle.
I am also delighted that our Annual Members Lunch will take place on December 30th, free of charge to members. Last year’s food was the apex of gastronomy and I’m sure this year’s offering will be equally as gratifying on the palette!
The Betfair Chase was once again a stellar renewal, with Haydock specialist Royale Pagaille just outpointing Grey Dawning. There is much to look forward to with the alumni of that day this season
Today is the last day of the naps competition There’s a great amount of camaraderie amongst members in this with the free prize of a Membership, and it is set for a pulsating finish with Alan Whittle over ten lengths clear.
A reminder to all - you can renew your membership today for just £430 If you’re thinking of joining, or a present for your significant other, it really is a gift which Santa should have in his sack With an unrivalled list of over 50 reciprocals, including the 1000 Guineas and all days here, it is brilliant value working out at less than £15 per fixture
Today sees a wonderful set of benefits for , from an Annual Badgeholders area, seating which rivals the Royal Albert Hall in the County Stand, a wonderful view of Haydock Park over two panoramic boxes and a munificent allowance on victuals throughout the concourse.
Finally, in my last column of the year, I’d like to thank all Haydock Park Members for their support this year I’d like to thank all racecourse staff especially Sherelle Bartholemew but for whom the membership wouldn’t function - for their support and I wish you all a very Happy Christmas and hope you enjoy Boxing Day wherever you are going racing! Before that, please have an enjoyable and successful day today.
STEPHEN DARBYSHIRE
Annual Members Representative
THE BETFRED ‘CLASSIC BOOKMAKER’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000
Owners Prize Money 1st £4847, 2nd £2423. (PenaltyValue £6337.20)
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (11 wins from 89 runners, 12%) runs BARROWDALE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs CLASSIC MAESTRO
LONGESTTRAVELLER: CLASSIC MAESTRO trained by J Candlish, Leek, 48 miles.
1 BARROWDALE (IRE) (1017) 1/2214//- 9 11-8
Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Tanya Thyne (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Hemmings Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Ms Mary Fennell Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWWona23fUttoxetermaidenhurdleinFebruary2022buthasawhopping1017-dayabsencetoovercome onchasedebut.
2 CLASSIC MAESTRO (IRE) (8) 121-511 D 6 11-8
Br B g Jet Away - Shantelle Line (IRE) Sean Quinlan J O Classic Maestro Partnership Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B G. T. Morrow PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFifth handicap hurdle win since January when comfortably seeing off 5 rivals at Bangor 8 days ago Promisingsecondonpreviouschasestart.Thisisanexcellentchanceforhimtoaddtohishaul. TFRHHHHH BHA129
DECLARED RUNNERS 2 2023: ISSUINGAUTHORITY (IRE) 6 11 8 James Bowen 7-4 (Nicky Henderson) 3 ran Hood worn by No 1.
Probable S.P’s: 1-6 Classic Maestro (IRE), 5-1 Barrowdale (IRE)
With his sole rival not having been seen for 3 years it’s impossible to oppose CLASSIC MAESTRO. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLASSIC MAESTRO (IRE) 2.BARROWDALE (IRE) 3.
PLAY SMARTER
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
Find out more about today’s race sponsor at
HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (PenaltyValue £5281)
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (11 wins from 89 runners, 12%) runs SPEED DAVIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs HONNEUR D’AJONC LONGESTTRAVELLER: HONNEUR D’AJONC trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 191 miles.
1 HURRICANE ALI (IRE) (55) 5-26330 CD 8 12-1
Br B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Hurricane Irene (IRE) Leah Noreci (10) J
O Mr John James Moffatt, Cartmel T
B Tribesmen Syndicate The Injured Jockeys Fund S
TIMEFORMVIEWRansomegoodracesatCartmeloverthesummerbutjumpedpoorlyandwellheldatAintreewhenlast seenattheendofOctober
2 HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (50) 5-02610 D 7 11-10
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Fleur d’Ajonc (FR) Callum Pritchard (3) J
O K & N Waite Construction Limited
James Owen, Newmarket T
B M. Besnouin & M. Feuillet-Besnouin K & N Waite Construction Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedatonlythethirdofaskingforJamesOwenwhenwinningaFontwellhandicapinOctober Modestat Uttoxetersincebutnosurpriseweretogetbackontheupnowforhisverygoodstablenow. TFRHHHHH BHA116
3 LUPUS REGEM (GB) (71) r123/2/-P
8 11-9
Br B g Iffraaj - Miss Villefranche Bradley Harris (3) J
O The Cocoa Nuts Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better S
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper/maidenhurdlewinnerwhowasalsofirstpastthepostinaLingfieldhandicapinNovember2022onlytolosetheracehaving driftedintotherunner-up NotseenagainuntilpulledupinaChepstowhandicapfornewyardinOctober Canonlywatch. TFRHIIII BHA115
4 SPEED DAVIS (FR) (174) 121-424
Br B g Spider Flight (FR) - Trumpet Davis (FR)
O Owners Group 117
6 11-6
William Maggs (3) J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B C Quellier, A Quellier & S Quellier Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish/pointbumperwinnerwhoalsolandedmaidenhurdleatMusselburgh(17.5f)inApril.AlsoagoodsecondunderapenaltyatBangorinMay butnotinsameformwhenwell-heldfourthatUttoxeterincheekpieces(discarded)inJune.Makeshandicapdebutaftera6-monthbreak. TFRHHHII BHA112
5
MEDIEVAL GOLD
(GB) (219) 2-1
Br Br g Camelot - Mill Springs
4 11-2
Emma Smith-Chaston J
O Robin Hood & Little John Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mrs Rebecca Philipps Micky Hammond Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulmaidenonFlat(stays2m)andmadeagoodstartoverhurdlesfornewyardearlierintheyear,finishingsecondonsoft atMarketRaseninFebruarybeforegoingonebetterinmaidenatPerth3monthslater.Unexposedhandicapnewcomer TFRHHHHI BHA108
6 GEGE VILLE (FR) (588) 1/253/6-
Br B g Protektor (GER) - Auvloo Ville (FR)
8 10-10
Conor Rabbitt (3) J
O Mrs Ann Starkie Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mr J. Poumaillou & Mr E. Poumaillou Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S TIMEFORMVIEWAyrbumperwinnerin2021.Placedin2of4startsinmaiden/novicehurdlesin2022/23.Bringsanunexposedprofile tothishandicapdebutbutbettingperhapsthebestguidetoexpectationsafterafurther19monthsoff TFRHHHII BHA102
7 DALILEO (IRE) (7) 456100 D
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE)
9 10-4
Peter Kavanagh J
O THP Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Barronstown Stud Atlas Concrete Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWPostedbesteffortforsometimewhentakinga10-runnerAyrhandicap(19.5f,goodtosoft)lastmonth. FoundoutinbiggerfieldsatMusselburghandNewcastlesincebutthisislesscompetitive. TFRHHHII BHA96
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: ELJEFE (IRE) 6 10 4 Conor Rabbitt 15-2 (Andrew Hamilton) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4. Stewards Note:
GEGE VILLE: Following its run on 13/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the track.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Medieval Gold (GB), 5-1 Honneur d’Ajonc (FR), Speed Davis (FR), 15-2 Gege Ville (FR), 12-1 Hurricane Ali (IRE), Dalileo (IRE), 16-1 Lupus Regem (GB)
HONNEUR D’AJONC had an off day last time but prior to that recorded a career best to score at Fontwell and is taken to bounce back for a yard which continues to knock in the winners. The unexposed newcomer Medieval Gold is feared most ahead of fellow handicap hurdle newcomer Speed Davis.
YOU MUST BE 18 OR OVER TO PLACE A BET
You may be asked to provide proof ofyour age when placing a bet. Ifyou cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRYTO RACECOURSE
Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or eject from, the racecourse any person without assigning a reason. In particular, any instance of unruly behaviour, such as drunkenness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting, shall entitle the Racecourse Executive to expel the offending racegoer without prior notice.
At Haydock Park Racecourse we believe racing should be enjoyed by anyone and everyone. And one thing is certainly true, the more relaxed and comfortable we feel, the more likely we are to have a great time. So that’s why we’ve created one very simple piece of guidance, to come “dressed to feel your best”
Only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets in the course of their business. Any individuals found contravening these conditions will be evicted. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc, for any purpose at the racecourse.
ABANDONMENT
In the event of racing being abandoned before the gates open (typically two hours before the first race) a full refund will be processed at the earliest possible opportunity However if any food and beverage is consumed by clients booked into restaurants and hospitality facilities the cost of the food and beverages consumed will be deducted from any refund. In the event of abandonment, please ensure the booker of your group checks their emails for further communication.
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(RegisteredasTheAbramHurdle)(GBBRACE) fornovicefouryrsoldandupwardsfilliesandmares x Totalprizefund£20000
Owners Prize Money 1st £8716, 2nd £3578, 3rd £1790, 4th £894, 5th £448. (PenaltyValue £11390)
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D McCain (11 wins from 89 runners, 12%) runs MILLIE SUPREME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST14 DAYS): J Candlish (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs FROMHERETOETERNITY LONGESTTRAVELLER: HOLLOWAY QUEEN trained by N Henderson, Lambourn, 170 miles.
1 FROMHERETOETERNITY (IRE) (10) 011321 7 11-0
Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Entertain Me
O A. C. O’Keeffe
Sean Quinlan J
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Mrs A. L. Merry & Mr Brett Merry PRA World Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWHasimprovedsincejoiningJennieCandlish,goingwithplentyofzestforwinnumber3innovicecompany atHexham10daysago Pitchedintoadeeperracebutshe’sadefiniteplayerinhiscurrentmood. TFRHHHHI BHA114
2 HOLLOWAY QUEEN (IRE) (23) 2-1 D 4 11-0
Br B f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Holloden (IRE) Nico de Boinville J
O Unique Financial Racing Partnership
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Victor Connolly Unibet S TIMEFORMVIEW€40,0003-y-o,£180,0004-y-o.Half-sistertoapointwinnerDamunracedhalf-sistertousefulhurdler/fairlyusefulchaser(2m-21/4mwinner) BywellBeau.Runner-upsolestartinIrishpointsandlookedaniceprospectwhengoingoneplacebetteromhurdlesdebut3weeksago TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 KELYA WOOD (FR) (27) F-1
Br B f Al Namix (FR) - Du Tac Au Tac (FR)
4 11-0
Craig Nichol J
O Mr G C Myddelton & Mr V E C Taylor Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Bertwood Stables & Haras de Saint Voir Swansway S TIMEFORMVIEWDam,rantwiceoverhurdles,half-sistertofairlyusefulhurdlewinner/usefulchaserinFrance(21/4m-23/4mwinner)JojoLapin.Everychance whenfelllastsolestartinIrishpointsandfittedwithahood,shemademostofanuncontestedleadonhurdlesdebutatUttoxeter. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MILLIE SUPREME (IRE)
(21) 2P1-122
Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Supreme Millie (IRE)
6 11-0
Brian Hughes J
O Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B T. Horgan JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW
£30,000purchaseafterwinning3of6startsinIrishpoints.Foundonlyonetoogoodbothstartsover hurdleslastmonthbutlooksupagainstitatthislevel. TFRHHIII BHA110
5 MY KIWI GIRL (IRE)
(49) 1-4
Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Come And Fight (IRE)
5 11-0
Kevin Brogan J
O They Are Never at Home Partnership N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B A V. Bloodstock Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW
£80,0005-y-o.Half-sistertomodesthurdlerKellie’sDream.Dam11/2mwinneronFlatinGermany,half-sistertoverysmarthurdler/ usefulchaser(stayed3m)CatchMe CosilywonsolestartinIrishpointsbutdidn’tlooktotallystraightforwardonhurdlesdebut. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: PAWAPURI 4 11 0 James Bowen 6-1 (Nicky Henderson) 9 ran Hood worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.
Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Holloway Queen (IRE), 3-1 Fromheretoeternity (IRE), 6-1 Kelya Wood (FR), 18-1 Millie Supreme (IRE), 33-1 My Kiwi Girl (IRE) PLAY
Having fetched £180,000 despite not winning her point, HOLLOWAY QUEEN created a vey favourable impression when successful at Lingfield 3 weeks ago Sure to build on that, she can go in again, for all Fromheretoeternity can call upon plenty of experience under Rules.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR
Find out more about today’s race sponsor at betfred.com
IMPORTANCE NOTICE TO ALL RACEGOERS
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet. If you cannot produce this, your bet will not be accepted.
EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS
Working alongside the Racecourse Association (RCA), bookmakers have introduced standard each-way betting terms across Jockey Club Racecourses. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.
Fewer than 3 runners: win bets only, no places offered
3 or 4 runners: all to win Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position he may offer place terms for 3 or 4 runners, this must be at 1/5 odds a place 1-2
5 to 7 runners (inclusive): 1/4 (one quarter) odds for finishing 1st or 2nd
8 or more runners: 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd
Handicap races with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive): 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd
Handicap races with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive): 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th
Handicap races with 22 or more runners: 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th
PACE YOURSELF
ALLOW ONE SOFT DRINK BETWEEN EVERY ALCOHOLIC DRINK
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THE BETFRED ‘BET BUILDER’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS
3)
for four yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £20000
Owners Prize Money 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504. (PenaltyValue £10562)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): V Williams (15 wins from 70 runners, 21%) runs INTIMATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell (4 wins from 39 runners, 10%) runs NETYWELL LONGESTTRAVELLER: NETYWELL trained by L Russell, Kinross, 239 miles.
FOURTH RACE
1 NETYWELL (FR) (28) 31114-3 CD 7 12-0
Br B g Willywell (FR) - Netova (FR)
O County Set Five & K Hunter
Patrick Wadge J
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Mme Clarence Signol & Mr Xavier Brelaud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Rollstud Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistenttypewhoregisteredthefirstlegofahat-tricklastwinterwhenlandingthisracebyawide-margin12monthsago Looked rustybackoverthisC&Donhisseasonalreappearanceand,withthecobwebsnowblownaway,hehastoentercalculations. TFRHHHII BHA128
2
XCITATIONS
(GB) (28) 3U064-5 D
Br B g Universal (IRE) - Bonnet’s Pieces
O G. Libson,D Bayliss,T. Davies & P. Sly
9 11-12
Paul O’Brien J
Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B Mrs P. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWIt’sbeenastrugglesincehislatestsuccessatSandownlastNovemberbutheboastsahealthystrikerateoverfences(5-19) andisnow8lbbelowthatwinningmark.Dangeroustodiscountwithlastmonth’sC&Dreappearancespinunderhisbelt. TFRHHHII BHA126
3 RED ROOKIE
(GB) (217) 43043-4 D 9 11-10
Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Auction Belle Gavin Sheehan J
O The Hawk Inn Syndicate 3 Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B Mr R. P. Phillips Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEWWinlesslastseasonbutperformedwithcreditonfinal2startsofthatcampaign,makingtheframein3mhandicapchasesatUttoxeter. Dropbackintripnobadthing(all5careerwinsinvariousrace-typesgainedataround2m)andhe’slurkingonapotentiallyhandymark. TFRHHHII BHA124
4 CERENDIPITY
(IRE) (66) PF351-6
7 11-8
Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Check The Forecast (IRE) Nick Scholfield J
O Mrs Aafke Clarke Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Neil R. Tector Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWCruciallyproducedabetterroundofjumpingwhenrunningoutanauthoritativewinneronfinalstartoflastseasonatBangor. ShapedasifneedinghisWetherbyreturninOctoberandworthnotinghe’swonsecondtimeoutforeachofthelast2seasons. TFRHHHHI BHA122
5 ROYAL MER (FR) (29) 111P-46 D
6 11-6
Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Princesse Pauline (FR) Jack Tudor J
O Mr Samuel Sutton David Pipe, Wellington T
B Xavier Moyer, Herve Sotteau & Annabelle Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWNotched5handicapwinsduringfirstcampaignoverfencesin2023/24,completingahat-trickingoodstyleatWincantoninApril. However,heendedthatcampaignonadowner(pulledupatAyr)andhehasn’tshownmuchin2startssofarthisseason. TFRHHIII BHA120
6 FINDTHETIME (IRE) (35) 414-P24 D
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE)
8 11-5
Sam Coltherd J
O Tor Side Racing Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B Kenilworth House Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWLandedapairofsmall-fieldhandicapslastwinterandgotbackontrackforhiscurrentyardwhensecondinhandicapchaseatHexham (15.6f,good)inJune.However,hewassafelyheldbackfromabreaklastmonthandothersmakemoreappealonthisoccasion. TFRHHIII BHA119
7 INTIMATE (FR) (15) 23651-2 D 6 11-0
Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Quandaly (FR) Ned Fox (3) J
O Mrs E. Ball Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B S.C. Couetil Elevage Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWTookformtoanewleveloverhurdleswhensuccessfulatHerefordonfinalrunoflastseason.Goodstartinthisspherewhenchasing homearace-fitrivalonhisreappearanceatSandown(15.4f,goodtosoft)andheshouldmakeaboldbidtogoonebetterhere. TFRHHHHH BHA114
8 SUNNYVILLA (IRE) (246) P04413- 9 10-13
Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Shenamar (IRE)
O Tarzan Bloodstock
Danny McMenamin J
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Pat Morrissey Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORMVIEWNotchedthirdsuccessoverfencesinIrelandwhenlandingaCorkhandicapinApril.DecentthirdatLimerick18dayslaterandshould winracesforthisnewyard,albeithe’llneedtobeatthetopofhisgamebackfroman8-monthabsenceinordertotakethis. TFRHHHII BHA113
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: NETYWELL (FR) 6 10 8 Patrick Wadge 7-4 (Lucinda Russell) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 5.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Intimate (FR), 9-2 Netywell (FR), 6-1 Cerendipity (IRE), 8-1 Red Rookie (GB), 10-1 Sunnyvilla (IRE), 11-1 Xcitations (GB), 12-1 Findthetime (IRE), 16-1 Royal Mer (FR)
INTIMATE made a promising start over fences when finding only Mount Tempest too good at Sandown and, with the likelihood of better to come from this 6-y-o, he looks the way to go Next on the list is Cerendipity, who is bidding to win second time out for the third consecutive season, while last year’s winner Netywell and Xcitations also warrant consideration.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INTIMATE (FR) 2.CERENDIPITY (IRE) 3.NETYWELL (FR) 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH
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ROLL OF HONOUR TOMMY WHITTLE CHASE
As we mark 42 years ofthe TommyWhittle Chase, today’s race remembers one of Haydock Park’s most influential figures.
TommyWhittle was a Director for 30 years, and Chairman from 1968 until his death in 1981.
Throughout his tenure, he was instrumental in making significant improvements to the course and to Haydock Park’s jumping programme – not to mention being the first person in the racing world with the foresight to stage non-racing events on racecourses.
Born in 1909 in Prestwich, Manchester, Tommy Whittle first became a director in 1951. Alongside this he continued to develop the family business, as well as working for MI6 and holding numerous other posts, including director of the Racecourse Association and Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester.
In his major contributions to Haydock Park, Tommy followed in the footsteps of his father, a keen sportsman and a director at Haydock Park for many years. Affectionately known as Big Tommy to differentiate him from ‘Little Tommy’, he was also an influential figurehead in the Lancashire Cricket League and Swinton Rugby League.
Following Tommy’s death, the Whittle name lived on with his son Bill taking over as Chairman for the next 32 years, retiring in 2013. Tommy’s grandson Nicholas was the fourth generation of this distinguished family to preside at Haydock Park, serving for eight years as a board member at Carlisle and Haydock Park until 2019
THE
TOMMYWHITTLE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000
Owners Prize Money 1st £19875, 2nd £9935, 3rd £4970, 4th £2485, 5th £1240, 6th £620 (PenaltyValue £26015)Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable.
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): V Williams
(15 wins from 70 runners, 21%) runs FRENCHY DU LARGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (7 wins from 31 runners, 23%) runs EAST STREET
LONGESTTRAVELLER: CREDO trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 234 miles.
1 FAMOUS BRIDGE (IRE) (56) 11PU4-2 CD 8 12-0
Br B g Fame And Glory - Wahiba Hall (IRE)
Sean Quinlan J
O Hemmings Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B John Gallagher Trust Inns Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWDualC&Dwinnerlastseason,includingthisracefroma2lblowermark.RanwellwhenfourthinUltimaHandicapatCheltenhaminMarch andreturnedtoactionwithasoundsecondbehindacoursespecialistatKelso(26.2f)56daysago Fanciedtoplayaleadroleagain. TFRHHHHI BHA137
2 FRENCHY DU LARGE (FR) (17) 4342/2-2 BF 9 11-9
Br Gr g Al Namix (FR) - Quadence de Sivola (FR)
Ned Fox (3) J
O Mr Andrew Wiles Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B P. Noue, B. Quennesson & J. Feddes Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWDual21/2mchasewinnerearlierinhiscareerwhoended2023withgoodplacedeffortsoverC&D/MarketRasen.Off19months, shapedasifretainingallhisabilitywhensecondinhandicapchaseatLudlow(25.6f)17daysago,despitehangingbadlyright. TFRHHHII BHA132
3 REGAL BLUE (IRE) (38) 2P1P1-P C
7 11-8
Br B g French Navy - Deceptive Nick Scholfield J
O Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Fortbarrington Stud Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinnerwhoisastrongstayerwheninthemoodandhedoubledhischasetallyatUttoxeter(3m,heavy)inMarch.Modest returntoactionwhenpulledupatBangor38daysagobutareturntoforcingtacticsmayseehiminabetterlighthere. TFRHHHII BHA131
4 EGBERT (GB) (43) 1P12P-5
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Karla June
7 11-4
Gavin Sheehan J
O James & Jean Potter Ltd Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Netherfield House Stud Potter Group, Potters House S
TIMEFORMVIEWAdualchasewinneratupto3mlastseasonwhowaspulledupinScottishGrandNationalatAyr(31.8f,goodtosoft)inApriland reappearanceruninrefittedvisoratExeter(24.2f)6weeksagowasabelowpareffort.Needstoleavethatwellbehind. TFRHHHII BHA127
5 PERCUSSION (GB) (42) P42-420 D
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Tambourine Ridge (IRE)
9 11-2
Brian Hughes J
O Mr E. R. Hanbury L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T
B E. R. Hanbury
TIMEFORMVIEWOnalengthylosingrunbutheranrightuptoformwhensecondfromoutoftheweightsintheSummerCupatUttoxeterinJune.Notatbest whenfinishingmidfieldinlastmonth’sGrandSeftonovertheNationalfences6weeksago First-timevisormayputanextraedgeonhim. TFRHHHII BHA125
6 CREDO (IRE) (28) 346-534
9 11-2
Br B m Fame And Glory - Tasmani (FR) Chad Bament (10) J
O Potwell Racing Syndicate II Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B John Fallon Geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEWHasdonehiswinninginsmallfieldandreturnedtoactionwithagoodthirdatWincanton(26.7f)inOctober.Rarebelow-pardisplay whenfourthof9inaC&Dhandicap4weeksagoandshe’salikelycandidatetobounceback(thirdinthisrace12monthsago). TFRHHHII BHA125
7 EAST STREET (IRE) (17) P6-P111 C
8 11-0
Br B g Mores Wells - Serpentine Mine (IRE) Callum Pritchard (7) J
O Kevin Boothby and John Lynk
B Denis Cummins
James Owen, Newmarket T
TIMEFORMVIEWPulleduponfirstoutingforthisyard,buthasn’tlookedbacksincevisorwenton,winninghandicapchasecontestsatWetherby/Leicesterand completedhat-trickinhandicaphurdlehere(24.2f)17daysago Wellworthyofrespectbackoverfences.Ridertakesoffahandy7lb TFRHHHHH BHA123
8 DIOL KER (FR) (30) 0P-0P6P
10 10-11
Br B g Martaline - Stiren Bleue (FR) Adam Wedge J
O Mrs C. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Suc. Denis Milin
TIMEFORM VIEW A useful chaser for Gordon Elliott but well held all 3 starts in veterans’ company upon joining present connectionsthisautumn.Markistumblingallthetimeifrefittingofcheekpieceshaspositiveeffecthere. TFRHHIII BHA120
9 JACKS PARROT (FR) (20) 24411-0
Br B g Free Port Lux - Boscraie (FR)
O MTRC and Appleton Racing
5 10-10
Henry Brooke J
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mr Jacques Cypres Swansway S
TIMEFORMVIEWHasimprovedsincejoiningthisyard,winningatUttoxeterandPerthinApril.Wentwithoutusualtonguetieandshapedasifneeding therunafter7monthsoffwhenseventhinhandicapchaseatCarlisle(24.5f)20daysagoandhecouldyetgetbackontheup. TFRHHHII BHA119
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2023: FAMOUS BRIDGE (IRE) 7 11 9 Sean Quinlan 5-2 (Nicky Richards) 9 ran Visor worn first time by No 5. Visor worn by No. 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 9.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 8, 9.
Stewards Note:
DIOL KER: Following its run on 21/11/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Famous Bridge (IRE), 4-1 East Street (IRE), 6-1 Frenchy du Large (FR), 7-1 Credo (IRE), 9-1 Regal Blue (IRE), 11-1 Jacks Parrot (FR), 12-1 Egbert (GB), 16-1 Percussion (GB), 33-1 Diol Ker (FR)
EAST STREET hasn’t looked back since the visor went on, winning twice over fences prior to completing the hat-trick over hurdles here 17 days ago He could well be up to going in again returned to larger obstacles with his rider able to take off his very handy 7lb claim. Last year’s winner Famous Bridge resumed with a good second behind a course specialist at Kelso and he’s feared. Credo and Regal Blue are others capable of playing their part.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR
THE COURSE IS FOR HORSES
PLEASEKEEPOFFTHETRACK
Please keep safe by remaining inside the barriers
Anyone trespassing on the track:
Will be liable to arrest and prosecution
Will be ejected immediately
Will be banned from all future Haydock Park meetings
May face a nationwide racecourse ban
Enjoy the racing and please leave the racecourse to the horses
The Spencer Twins wear Raindance
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13000
Owners Prize Money 1st £5251, 2nd £2625, 3rd £1313, 4th £657, 5th £328. (PenaltyValue £6865.30)Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable.
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Pipe
(5 wins from 42 runners, 12%) runs JILAIJONE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A King (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs ADMIRALTY HOUSE
LONGESTTRAVELLER: JILAIJONE trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 209 miles.
colours no horse age st-lb
1 MILLDAM (FR) (13) 51411-4 D 6 12-0
Br Gr g Martaline - Santa Dame (FR) Gavin Sheehan J
O Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Mr R. Corveller & Mrs A. Corveller BetVictor S TIMEFORMVIEWLetdownbyhisjumpingwhenabelow-parfourthof6inhandicaphurdleatHuntingdon(15.8f,heavy) onhisrecentreturn.Scoredthreetimeslasttermhoweversonosurprisetoseehimbounceback. TFRHHHII BHA125
2 REWIRED (GB) (20) P6-0043 D 6 11-9
Br Ch g Power - Kekova Harry Reed J
O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B Mr T. G. Roddick AKV Group Ltd, D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2m handicaps at Doncaster and Taunton last winter but below that level more recently, includingwhenintheframeforhisnewyardatWetherbyandCarlislethiswinter.Moreisrequired. TFRHHIII BHA120
3 JILAIJONE (FR) (31) P05-422 5 11-7
Br B g Walzertakt (GER) - Alauda (FR) Jack Tudor J
O Mr Samuel Sutton David Pipe, Wellington T
B Pierre de Maleissye Melun
Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWithoutawinsincehisBritishdebutbutheisknockingonthedooragain,runner-upin2m3fWarwick handicaplastmonth.Canmakehispresencefeltoncemore.
TFRHHHHI BHA118
4 ADMIRALTY HOUSE (GB) (21) 122/-2U D 5 11-7
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Akrivi (IRE)
O N Farrell, C Hodgson & A King
Philip Armson (3) J
Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B SCEA Marmion Vauville & Alain Jathiere Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-racedwinnerwhoresumedwithagoodsecondatWincantoninOctober.Ontheretreatwhenunseated riderlastinhandicapatDoncasterfollowingmonthbutthisfree-goeristhesorttogetbackontrack.
5
BERTIE’S BALLET
TFRHHHII BHA118
(GB) (20) 243-P36 CD 6 11-5
Br B g Albaasil (IRE) - More Ballet Money
O Falcon’s Line Ltd
B Falcon’s Line Ltd
Danny McMenamin J
Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but he was let down by his jumping when only sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (17f,soft)20daysago HandilyweightedifbackonhisA-game. TFRHHHII BHA116
6 LUNE DE
LA MER (IRE) (582) P03/31/1- D 7 10-13
Br B g Sea Moon - Printing Polly (IRE)
Henry Brooke J
O 5 O’clock Somewhere Partnership Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Edmond Kent Swansway S
TIMEFORMVIEWAfairlyusefulbumperscorerwhoovercameinexperiencetomakeawinninghurdlingdebutin2m4fAintreemaideninMay,2023. Absentsincebutappealsascapableofafairbetternowgoinghandicapping.Interestingforhisin-formyard TFRHHHHH BHA110
7 COVENTRY (IRE) (65) 5000-62 D
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Moonstone
7 10-10
Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Dally Jock Tony & DAH Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Coolmore
TIMEFORMVIEWIt’s now 18 runs since his last win in 2021 but he posted a very good second of10 in handicap hurdle atCarlisle(17.2f,soft)65daysago Needsconsideringoffthesamemark.
8 BASHFUL (GB) (15) 4/411-05 D 6 10-5
107
Br B g Manduro (GER) - Inhibition Conor O’Farrell J
O J Scott & G Gibson Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Kingsclere Stud
Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWonapairofhandicaphurdlesatMusselburghbackinFebruarybutstruggledontheFlatinthesummer andhasfarednobetterbackhurdlingoflate Othersappealmore.
HHIII BHA102
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023:THE CHURCHILLLAD (IRE) 4 11 4 Ross Chapman 9-1 (Rebecca Menzies) 6 ran Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8.
Stewards Note:
BERTIE’S BALLET: Following its run on 1/12/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Jilaijone (FR), 11-2 Bertie’s Ballet (GB), 6-1 Milldam (FR), 7-1 Admiralty House (GB), Coventry (IRE), 8-1 Lune de La Mer (IRE), 10-1 Bashful (GB), 20-1 Rewired (GB)
The unbeaten LUNE DE LA MER rates a likely improver now stepping into handicap company so is taken to make light of a lengthy absence with his yard going well. Jilaijone may have to settle for runner-up spot once more, while Coventry and Bertie’s Ballet could also have a say.
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13000
Owners Prize Money 1st £5251, 2nd £2625, 3rd £1313, 4th £657, 5th £328. (PenaltyValue £6865.30)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): N Richards
(5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs CASTLE RUSHEN
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards
(4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs CASTLE RUSHEN
LONGESTTRAVELLER: STRATTON OAKMONT trained by K Woollacott, Crewkerne, 227 miles.
1 SUPREMELY WEST (IRE) (70) 12222-3 BF 6 12-0
Br B g Westerner - Blue Supreme (IRE) Charlie Hammond J
O Fifty Shades Ovhay Partnership Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Padraig Barry Coulthursts Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWonabraceofnovicehurdleslastautumnandshowedbetterformindefeatinhandicapsthereafter Clearoftheremainderwith highlyprogressiverivalatUttoxeteronpenultimateouting.BetterthanresultatHexhamonreturnandmakesthemostappeal. TFRHHHHH BHA127
2 THE IMPOSTER (FR) (28) 11/111-P D 7 11-12
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Miss Dixie
Tom Buckley (3) J
O Mark Phillips & The late Mr J H Gumbley Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Mr Recep Demirsoy & Le Thenney Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeitaremarkable9winsin10startswhenseeingoff5rivalsatChepstow(heavy)lastDecemberHowever,pulled upinBetfairStayers’Handicaphereonhisbelatedreturnamonthagoandlooksbestwatchedatpresent. TFRHHIII BHA125
3 CASTLE RUSHEN (IRE) (28) 3/056-14 9 11-12
Br B g Fame And Glory - Rosie Suspect (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Hemmings Racing Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mr John Donovan Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWFinallycamegoodinahandicapwhenshadingatightfinishonhis21/2mCarlislereappearanceinNovemberand shapedasifstillinformwhenfourthfacedwithtoughconditionsoverC&Dlasttime.Notonetowriteoff
4 MY BOBBY DAZZLER (GB) (48) 2020-20 9 11-10
HHHII BHA125
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Ease And Grace Callum Pritchard (7) J
O Mr Bob Barrett Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B Bob Barrett Bob Price & Son Groundworks S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhurdlerandchaserwhofacedaninadequatetestwhenseventhtoCastleRushenatCarlisle onreturn.Stepbackupindistanceisinhisfavour TFRHHHII BHA123
5 MAGICAL KING (IRE) (42) 53512-3
5 11-6
Br Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tipping On (IRE) Ciaran Gethings J
O The Garratt Family Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T
B Eric Larkin Science Supplements S TIMEFORMVIEWCreditablethirdof8inhandicaphurdleatAintree(24.7f,good,5/1)42daysago,unsuitedbyemphasis onstamina.Shouldgiveagoodaccountifjumpingholdsupagain.
TFRHHHHI BHA119
6 SPIKE JONES (GB) (39) 12/P45-1 7 11-3
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mathine (FR)
Ned Fox (3) J
O Drinkwater Family & Cheltenham Boys Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
B Mr J. L. Lightfoot TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfultwiceover31/4matFontwellin2022/23seasonandreturnedtoformfromoutoftheblue (first-timecheekpieces)toscoreatLingfieldlastmonth.Couldgowellagain.
TFRHHHII BHA116
7 WASDELL DUNDALK (FR) (20) 6141FP D 9 11-3
Br Ch g Spirit One (FR) - Linda Queen (FR)
Danny McMenamin J
O Abbadis Racing & D A Harrison Racing Lisa Harrison, Wigton T
B Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Atlas Concrete Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Done well since joining this yard, bagging a fifth success since last summer when landing 5-runner handicapchaseatCarlisleinOctober Pulleduptheresinceandreturnstohurdlingnow.
8 CHAMP ROYAL (FR) (20) 1122-4P D 8 11-2
116
Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Sky Royale (FR) Nathan Moscrop J
O The Northern Racing Club
Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B Mr Jean-Paul & Mrs Marie-Odile Deshayes Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved since joining Susan Corbett, scoring 4times (at upto 25.3f) overhurdles last season. Hasn’ttakentochasingbutcan’tbewrittenoffreturningtothisdiscipline.
115
9
OUR SAM (GB) (70)
26-504F
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Arisea (IRE)
O Paul Bartlett & DJM
B Mr B. Walton & Mr P. Bartlett
8 11-1
Charlotte Jones J
James Moffatt, Cartmel T
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a hat-trick of victories last summer but hasn’t been in top form so far this term and fell at Hexhamlasttime. TFRHHIII BHA114
10 STRATTON OAKMONT
Br B g Ask - Foxwood Girl (IRE)
(IRE) (41) 12221-3 D 8 11-0
Ben Godfrey J
O Kayley Woollacott Racing Club Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T
B Mrs Margaret McGauran
The Firehouse Somerset S TIMEFORMVIEWReliable sort who resumed winning ways in 8-runnerhandicap hurdle at Exeter(23f, heavy) in March. SolidreturnwhenthirdatFfosLasandcouldbeonthepremisesagain. TFRHHHII BHA113
11 HALF TRACK (IRE)
(20) UP4/-U32
Br B g Fame And Glory - Presenting Brook (IRE)
O Drew & Ailsa Russell
B Jimmy Lawler
8 10-6
Sean Quinlan J
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
Tote, Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWellhandicappedonbestformandtookafirmstepbackintherightdirectionwhensecondatCarlisle lasttime,sowarrantsstrongconsideration.
TFRHHHHI BHA105
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: BUSHYPARK (IRE) 9 10 12 Joe Williamson 11-2 (Philip Kirby) 6 ran
Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 8, 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 6, 8.
Stewards Note:
WASDELL DUNDALK: Following its run on 1/12/2024 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on.
CHAMP ROYAL: Following its run on 1/12/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Supremely West (IRE), 5-1 Magical King (IRE), 7-1 Castle Rushen (IRE), 15-2 Half Track (IRE), 8-1 Spike Jones (GB), 12-1 Stratton Oakmont (IRE), 16-1 My Bobby Dazzler (GB), Our Sam (GB), 18-1 The Imposter (FR), Wasdell Dundalk (FR), 33-1 Champ Royal (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
SUPREMELY WEST was well clear with Gwennie May Boy (subsequently won big handicap at Aintree) on his final outing last season and shaped as if he’d returned in top form when third at Hexham 70 days ago, so he looks the one to beat for all that several others arrive in good order Half Track and Magical King are both obvious dangers.
ABANDONED RACING
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CONDITIONS OF ENTRY TO RACECOURSE
Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or eject from, the racecourse any person without assigning a reason. In particular, any instance of unruly behaviour, such as drunkenness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting, shall entitle the Racecourse Executive to expel the offending racegoer without prior notice.
Racegoers must abide by any regulations including the observance of designated non-drinking areas and standards of dress. Premier Enclosure - tie and smart trousers (no jeans) for gentlemen and best day wear for ladies County Enclosure - smart dress for both ladies and gentlemen is advised. Fancy dress, sportswear (including training shoes) or swimwear are not permitted. Grandstand & Paddock & Be Friendly Enclosures - no dress code. Fancy dress is permitted but please make sure your outfit is not offensive to others.
Only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets in the course of their business. Any individuals found contravening these conditions will be evicted. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc, for any purpose at the racecourse.
EMERGENCY NOTICE
In an event of an emergency please be guided by our security stewards and by messages you will see and hear around the racecourse We would advise that you keep your personal belongings with you at all times. In the event of an evacuation please do as requested by Haydock Park Management and security staff They will direct you to a safe place. Do not attempt to regain access to buildings
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NOTICES
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post
PARADE RING ACCESS
In the interests of safety, access to the parade ring is strictly limited to Owners and Trainers with runners in the race, British Horseracing Authority Officials and Racecourse Officials who are on duty at the meeting and Emergency Service Personnel. Those people holding badges or accreditation that allow access to the Parade Ring are asked to refrain from entering this area unless it is absolutely necessary in the course of their business.
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HBLB PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £459,375 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 16th September to 31st December 2024
RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE
The welfare of the sport’s equine and human participants is paramount to British Horseracing. All racehorses competing in Britain are stabled at the premises of trainers who are licensed by The British Horseracing Authority The standards demanded by The BHA of licensed racehorse trainers far exceed those prescribed by animal welfare legislation The British Horseracing Authority similarly licenses every racecourse, setting high standards for the racing surface and all parts of the course used by competitors, both human and equine. BHA Officials ensure that racecourses delivers these standards In addition Haydock Park Racecourse employs a minimum of three veterinary surgeons, whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the racecourse’s veterinary team. Qualified paramedics and doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving treatment. This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment. If necessary, horses and riders will be transported from the course to receive further treatment at the nearest equine hospital or Accident & Emergency hospital
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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 11.45 - THE BETFRED ‘CLASSIC BOOKMAKER’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6337 to the winning horse and £2916 to the second. for four yrs old and upwards which have not won a steeple chase. Enter by noon, December 16th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb
Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined.. Betfred have generously sponsored this race A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible forthe best turned out horse. 7 entries at £60. - Closed December 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money.Winner£4847; Second £2423. (PenaltyValue £6337.20) SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 12.20 - THE BETFRED NIFTY 50 CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions) £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 19th. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to December 18th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb Betfred has generously sponsored this race Mementos will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 19 entries at £50. - Closed December 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (PenaltyValue £5281) A SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 12.55 - THE BETFRED SUPPORTS JACK BERRY HOUSE MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (Registered as The Abram Hurdle) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11390 to the winning horse The second to receive £4274, the third £2140, the fourth £1066 and the fifth £536. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, December 16th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 19th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb Betfred have generously sponsored this race A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £100 - Closed December 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8716; Second £3578; Third £1790; Fourth £894; Fifth £448. (PenaltyValue £11390) A SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 1.30 - THE BETFRED ‘BET BUILDER’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse The second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 19th. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Betfred have generously sponsored this race A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 13 entries at £100 - Closed December 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £8078; Second £4038; Third £2020; Fourth £1010; Fifth £504. (PenaltyValue £10562)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.05 - THE BETFRED TOMMY WHITTLE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26015 to the winning horse The second to receive £11960, the third £5980, the fourth £2990, the fifth £1495 and the sixth £745. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions) £250 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 19th. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 6lb Betfred have generously sponsored this race A challenge trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until 1st December in the following year Mementos will be presented to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee and a cash prize of £200 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfred. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if 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 18 entries, 2 at £50 and 16 at £250 - Closed December 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £19875; Second £9935; Third £4970; Fourth £2485; Fifth £1240; Sixth £620 (Penalty Value £26015) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 2.40 - THE BETFRED HAT-TRICK HEAVEN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6865 to the winning horse The second to receive £3159, the third £1579, the fourth £790 and the fifth £393. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions) £65 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 19th. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Betfred have generously sponsored this race A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETFRED The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 26th April, 2025. 15 entries, 0 at £13 and 15 at £65. - Closed December 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5251; Second £2625; Third £1313; Fourth £657; Fifth £328. (Penalty Value £6865.30) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.15 - THE BETFRED MERRY CHRISTMAS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Stayers’ Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6865 to the winning horse The second to receive £3159, the third £1579, the fourth £790 and the fifth £393. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions) £65 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 19th. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Betfred have generously sponsored this race Mementos will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER
STAYERS HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Three Miles About Half A Furlong (3m 58yds) at Haydock Park on 26th April, 2025. 13 entries at £65. - Closed December 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5251; Second £2625; Third £1313; Fourth £657; Fifth £328. (PenaltyValue £6865.30)
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
