THURSDAY 5TH DECEMBER, 2024
Welcome to our December 5th Jumps meeting.
Welcome to our December 5th Jumps meeting. We have 7 races today commencing at 12.25pm and culminating at 3.35pm. We have 2 qualified first-aiders on-site for your safety and food and drink outlets situated by the Premier Bar and within the Betting Hall. We would like to thank our sponsors today who are Weatherbys.
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Stewards
Mr F. SWEENEY (Chief Steward)
Ms J.SWAINSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
MrsB.CHAMBERLAIN(TraineeStewardsPanelChair)
Mr D.ANDREWS
Mr N. GREEN
Mr R.WESTROPP
Starters
Mr S. O’NEILL
Mr C. MCKEE
Mr. P. DENNIS
Judge
Mr N. BOSTOCK
Clerks of the Scales
Ms C. MARELLI
Mr.A. PORTER
Veterinary Officer
Mr M.TONG
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Mr W. SEELY
Mr S. MITCHELL
Ms K.WEST
Veterinary Surgeons
Mr W. BEVIN
Mr P. DALY
Mrs E. HECKING
Farrier
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Medical Officers
Dr C. REYNOLDS
Dr M. DAVIES
Dr S. RAYNER
Nurse
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Mr J. S. STEVENSON
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Commentator
Mr T. PETERS
Presenter
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Safeguarding Officers
Ms D.WILDER
Mr D. MAYKELS
Launching Our Punters Cafe
Race preview from Weatherbys
It is an absolute pleasure to be sponsoring five races across the card at Leicester this afternoon, and Sixmilebridge is an interesting runner in the opening Weatherbys Stallion Book “National Hunt” Maiden Hurdle. A mightily impressive winner of a Sandown bumper on rules debut last term for Ben Pauling, the five-yearold was runner-up on stable and hurdles debut for Fergal O’Brien at Stratford last time out and should improve for this step up in trip. Both Lawrenny, a Newcastle bumper winner, and Royal Rambler, the son of a Grade 1-winning French mare, appeal as contenders on their hurdles debut here.
The Venetia Williams yard remains in red-hot form and winning hurdler Jikala makes her chase debut in the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Novices’ Handicap Chase, although must overcome an almost 600day absence. Chief amongst her rivals are Harriet Dickin’s Williamdeconqueror who, despite yet to score over fences, has finished in the top three in all of his last four starts and the top-
weighted Pearl Island for Henry Daly, who appeals as the type to improve for the switch to fences this season.
Fellow mare Harkangel was just a couple of lengths behind that rival on chase debut last time and should improve for the experience with Sean Bowen now in the saddle.
Seven-year-old mare Shesupincourt has dropped back down to her last winning hurdles mark and should appreciate a return to easier ground
Chris Gordon’s David’s Well is likely to be popular on chase debut in the weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap Chase having finished fifth in a strong Newbury novice hurdle back in February before leaving a taking impression when cantering to a 14-length success in a Plumpton novice hurdle. The fiveyear-old is the least exposed in the field and holds plenty of scope for improvement.
Ben Pauling’s Samazul improved leaps and bounds for the switch to larger obstacles when a good winner on chase debut at Fontwell on return but must bounce back from a below-par effort back at that track last time.
The Weatherbys Global Stallions App Handicap Hurdle sees course and distance winner One Eye
On Vegas return to Leicester for the first time since a victory in a novices’ handicap hurdle in January. Stuart Edmunds’ sevenyear-old backed that up with a victory at Hereford and signed off with a good fourth at Ayr – he should come forward for a couple of lowkey efforts this season. The top weighted Benassi looked in need of the run when pulled up in a strong Bangor contest last time and is in the right hands to bounce back in first-time cheekpieces, whilst the form of Storming Nelson’s Exeter victory last term makes him of appeal from a sliding mark. Warren Greatrex’s point
winner Shantwopointfive was last seen surging clear to an impressive success in a Cartmel maiden hurdle in May and an opening mark of 107 could underestimate her ability on handicap debut.
The closing contest on the card is the Weatherbys Hamilton Mares’ Handicap Hurdle and features course and distance winner Passing Kate. Matt Shepard’s seven-year-old was also a winner at Wincanton last term and should appreciate the testing conditions on the hurdles course. Jennie Candlish’s three-year-old Malinka receives plenty of weight all round from her rivals and the Cartmel winner could prove dangerous here thanks to that handy weightfor-age allowance. Amy Murphy’s Fillyfudge has scored twice on the flat this calendar year and will look to build on a good third over course and distance last time in attempting to shed her maiden tag over hurdles.
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The Weatherbys Stallion Book ‘National Hunt’ Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Gbb Race)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
colours no horse
1 DARK MIX (GB) (21) 16-5
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Chicklemix
O G. Libson,D Bayliss,T Davies & P. Sly
5 11-4
Charlie Todd J
Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B Mrs P. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Narrowly prevailed in a 5-runner bumper on debut at Market Rasen a year ago Struggled at Warwick the following month but that was in a significantly stronger race (also wasn’t helped by taking a circuitous route).Shaped as if needing run when fifth on hurdles bow at former track on return. TFRHHHII
2 GOT A DREAM
(IRE) (29) 510-4
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Well Composed (IRE)
5 11-4
Sean Houlihan J
O Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead T
B Mr Eoghan Loughlin
Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWGetaway gelding who left debut form behind when landing an 8-runner bumper at Huntingdon.Took another step forward when 8 1/4 lengths seventh of 18 in Grade 2 bumper atAintree final start.However,was a remote fourth on hurdles bow at Chepstow on return. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 JE VIENS DU LARGE
(FR) (17) 421-
P4
Br B or Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Coronet (FR)
5 11-4
Charlie Hammond J
O Ben Turner Racing and Laplaces Daemon Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T
B Pascal Noue Science Supplements S TIMEFORMVIEWEasily off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt inApril but failed by a long chalk to justify support switched to Rules in a Uttoxeter maiden hurdle Fared a lot better when fourth at Leicester but needs to take another big step forward. TFRHHHII BHA-
4
LAWRENNY (GB) (275) 421-
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rare Ruby (IRE)
5 11-4
Sean Quinlan J
O Mrs Judith Ratcliff Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Mrs Judith Ratcliff PRA World Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive in bumpers, opening his account in 12-runner event (3/1) at Newcastle (16.9f, heavy) 9 months ago, staying on to lead post. Interesting hurdling debutant.
5 MIAMI STEVE (IRE) (33) 63-0
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Hot On Her Heels (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA-
5 11-4
Theo Gillard J
O Mr Jon Glews Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Kenneth Parkhill Proactive Personnel Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Poor form in a brace of bumpers/novice hurdle.
6 ROYAL RAMBLER (IRE) (-)
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Royale Flag (FR)
TFRHIIII BHA-
4 11-4
James Best J
O Bryan & Philippa Burrough Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B Michael Keaveney Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEW €65,000 3-y-o,Walk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Pimlico Point. Dam (c143/h117), 17f-2 3/4m winner (including French Group 1 chase), half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 27f) Mr Mix. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 SIXMILEBRIDGE (IRE) (35) U2/10-2 BF
5 11-4
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Luck Or Logic (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O The Megsons Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Miss Barbara Hanna Bresbet S TIMEFORMVIEW£100,000buyafterfinishingrunner-upcompletedstartinIrishpointsandreadilyjustifiedfavouritisminSandownbumper FoundtheChampionBumper toomuchamonthlaterbut lostnothingindefeat whensecond at Stratfordon hurdlesbow/returnondebutfor thisyard.Cangoonebetter TFRHHHHH BHA-
8 SOLE SOLUTION (IRE) (22) 11/-6
6 11-4
Br Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bell Storm (IRE) Charlie Deutsch J
O Sir John Timpson Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B The Beeches & Grange Stud Timpson Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWLooked a good prospect when winning both starts in bumpers, the latest at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy) in January 2023, impressing with how he travelled.Looked badly in need of the experience sent hurdling at Bangor after almost 2 years off,however,jumping badly Best watched. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 TINTAGEL QUEEN (IRE) (35) 52/3-0
6 10-11
Br B m Camelot - Condition Sean Bowen J
O Nick Brown Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud Motaclan S
TIMEFORMVIEWWentcloseinaChepstowbumperandmadeapromisingstartoverhurdleswhenthirdatLingfield(19.5f,goodtosoft)
Not disgraced after almost a year off at Stratford 5 weeks ago but she needs to leave that well behind. TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2023:MEETING ABANDONED Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 6. Stewards Note: SOLE SOLUTION: Following its run on 13/11/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. TINTAGEL QUEEN: Following its run on 31/10/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: EVENS Sixmilebridge (IRE), 8-1 Lawrenny (GB), 11-1 Royal Rambler (IRE), 12-1 Tintagel Queen (IRE), 14-1 Dark Mix (GB), Sole Solution (IRE), 16-1 Got A Dream (IRE), 25-1 Je Viens du Large (FR), 100-1 Miami Steve (IRE)
SIXMILEBRIDGE made a promising start over hurdles when second at Stratford on return and this looks an excellent opportunity for him to go one better with the longer trip sure to suit. Lawrenny was progressive in bumpers so may emerge as the biggest threat.
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Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund
£8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202.(Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb
1 PEARL ISLAND (GB) (42) 0U55-53 5 12-0
Br B g Dartmouth - Pearlita
David Bass J
O The Glazeley Partnership 3 Henry Daly, Ludlow T
B W. P. Jenks Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSteady improver over hurdles,running well when third at Ludlow 42 days ago Starts out over fences in a thin race and looks a definite player if taking to it TFRHHHHI BHA96
2 JIKALA (FR) (589) 442514/- 5 11-13
Br B m Berkshire (IRE) - Chakalaboumboum (FR) Charlie Deutsch J
O Venetia Williams Racehorse Syndicate III
Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Ecurie Biraben, D. Biraben & A. Biraben Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWFrench import who made it third time lucky for present connections when making all in a Hereford juvenile (16.2f,good to soft) in March 2023.Not disgraced next time and built for chasing,so intriguing runner for all that she’s been off 19 months TFRHHHHI BHA95
3 CATCH CATCHFIRE (GB) (37) 05-0 5 11-11
Br B g Dartmouth - Becky B Charlie Todd J
O Mr S. J. Cox Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Shade Oak Stud Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held so far over hurdles but switches to chasing with cheekpieces fitted and he’s bred to do better, so worth a market check. TFRHHHII BHA93
4 SHESUPINCOURT (GB) (17) 2P0-053 D
7 11-1
Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Supreme Cove Dylan Johnston (3) J
O Mr S. McCafferty Ryan Potter, Sellack T
B A. W. Buller
TIMEFORMVIEW Not disgraced when third of 8 to Northern Reel in handicap chase over C&D 17 days ago Could be on the premises again TFRHHHII BHA83
5 WILLIAMDECONQUEROR (GB) (285) 25/2332- 8 11-0
Br B g Native Ruler - Dancing Daffodil
O The Conquerors
Ben Poste J
Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B Mrs C. M. Dickin & Mr & Mrs Cooper Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better S
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable second of 7 in handicap chase at Chepstow (26.2f, heavy, 7/2). Off 9 months Consistent last season and returns in a winnable affair, so makes most appeal. TFRHHHHH BHA82
6 RONNIES REFLECTION (GB) (215) 005-P
6 10-13
Br B g Poet’s Voice - Parlez Vous Stan Sheppard J
O Mr B. I. Case Ben Case, Banbury T
B Mrs C. J. C. Bailey
David Andrews Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little to shout about in his qualifying runs and pulled up on handicap debut 7 months ago Switches to chasing with something to prove TFRHHIII BHA81
7 EVERYONESACRITIC (IRE) (28) 44-3304 5 10-12
Br B g Hillstar - Loughbricklandrose (IRE) Isabel Williams (3) J
O Mrs Janet Davies Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mayne Kidd Prysg Cyf S TIMEFORMVIEW Made a successful handicap debut over hurdles with cheekpieces added at Musselburgh (19.8f, soft) in February.Yet to fire over fences but didn’t have a hard race last time and goes back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA80
8 HARKANGEL (GB) (17) 0P1-0P4
6 10-7
Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Supreme Gem (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O F J Allen & Partners
Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T
B Richard Johnson Jmc Surfacing Contractors S
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark in first-time cheekpieces/tongue strap after 12 weeks off at Taunton (3m, good) in April Back on track to some extent when fourth over C&D on chasing debut and could build on that. TFRHHHII BHA75
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 5, 7, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 6.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Williamdeconqueror (GB), 9-2 Shesupincourt (GB), 11-2 Pearl Island (GB), 6-1 Jikala (FR), Harkangel (GB), 8-1 Everyonesacritic (IRE), 20-1 Catch Catchfire (GB), 33-1 Ronnies Reflection (GB)
WILLIAMDECONQUEROR held his form well last season and has been found a good opening to make his reappearance, so he’s the one to beat if fully tuned up. Pearl Island and Jikala are both noteworthy chasing debutants
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Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Gbb Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 INSIDE MAN (FR) (17) 214-61 D
4 11-10
Br B g Manatee - Rockburn (FR) Nick Scholfield J
O Jakeman, Mason, Roberts & Brookes
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWPositive start in juvenile hurdles last season and firmly back on track when scoring with something in hand in novice at Exeter 17 days ago. Gives weight away all round but he’s a strong player in first-time hood. TFRHHHHI BHA119
2 CARISMATIC SOLDIER (IRE) (277) 2-
5 11-0
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Charisma Sean Bowen J
O A J Wall, Briton International & Partner Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Ms Jill Farrell Motaclan S
TIMEFORMVIEW Related to a hurdling winner and there was a good deal of promise in his second in a Huntingdon bumper 9 months ago. Looks the type to better that in this sphere, so strong claims TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 DIRECTLY (GB) (80) 4
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Kansas City (FR)
5 11-0
Richard Patrick J
O Mr C. Randall Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
B C. G. and Mrs Johnson Solstice S
TIMEFORMVIEW Telescope half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Cultram Abbey. Something to work on when fourth in a Wincanton bumper and can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MALINIFICENT (IRE) (214) U-2
Br Ch g Malinas (GER) - Lady Mischief (IRE)
4 11-0
Henry Brooke J
O The Luck Family Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Patricia & James Moroney 1Account Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW£52,000 4-y-o,Malinas gelding. Dam, unraced, half-sister to fairly useful but temperamental hurdler/ useful chaser (stayed 33f) Bob Mahler Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points (May 5). TFRHHHII BHA-
5 AUTHODIDACTE (FR) (416)
Br B f Authorized (IRE) - Vigee Le Brun (USA)
4 10-7
Charlie Deutsch J
O Mrs Gabrielle McNeela Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Pvp Racing & Karine Morice Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful Flat winner on the Flat in France 12/1, tenth of 16 in handicap at Clairefontaine (11.9f, good). Off 13 months First run for yard after leaving P. & J. Brandt. Notable hurdling newcomer for excellent yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 DARTMOUTH ROSE (GB) (14) 030
Br B f Dartmouth - Iconic Rose
4 10-7
Charlie Todd J
O The Stablemates Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B The Stablemates Pam Sly Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW Best effort in bumpers in May when third at Market Rasen, albeit possibly flattered after being well positioned. Down the field last time and probably up against it on hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Hood worn first time by No 1.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Inside Man (FR), 5-2 Carismatic Soldier (IRE), 11-2 Authodidacte (FR), 6-1 Malinificent (IRE), 12-1 Directly (GB), 66-1 Dartmouth Rose (GB)
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CARISMATIC SOLDIER ran well on debut in a bumper 9 months ago and is the sort to take to hurdling, so he’s narrowly preferred to recent Exeter winner Inside Man. Auithodidacte is another interesting hurdling newcomer based on Flat form.
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Today’s Race Result
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Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151.(Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb
1 BREDON HILL DART (GB) (248) 0404F4- 5 11-12
Br B g Dartmouth - Bredon Hill Poppy
O R. W. and Mrs Mitchell, D. V. Gardner
Lucy Gardner J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B R. W. and Mrs Mitchell Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEW Never featured in 2 bumpers but some promise in novice/maiden hurdles during second half of last term Switch to handicaps a plus on return and the betting can prove a useful guide TFR
2 TRUST HOUSE (IRE) (25) 550 4 11-12
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Rococo
Sean Bowen J
O Mr Justin Carthy Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Farm Cove Thoroughbreds Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulformonFlatforRalphBeckett,stays11/2m.Acquiredfor58,000gnsbypresentconnectionsandwhilsthe’sofferedonlyminorpromise in trio of quick-fire runs in maiden/novice hurdles in recent months,he appeals as the type to make more of an impact now handicapping. TFRHHHHH BHA94
3 MERAKI MIST (FR) (241) 0/5P/056-
Br Gr g Tin Horse (IRE) - Merka (FR)
6 11-9
James Best J
O Rupert Martin Simon Earle, Marlborough T
B M. Gonzalez de Canales & L. Laigre Dextra Group PLC S
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in bumpers and similar story in novice/maiden hurdles last season. Goes handicapping now after 8 months off but progress required TFRHHHII BHA91
4 THAT’S THE BADGER (IRE) (29) 030/F4//-P
9 11-9
Br B g Milan - Pass The Honey (IRE) Stan Sheppard J
O Mr William Windsor-Clive Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T
B Oliver Loughlin Matt Sheppard Racing, Matt Sheppard S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden over hurdles for Henry Daly but didn’t convincein 2starts overfencesfor that yard during 2021.Pulled upfor new yard,following a lengthy absence in handicap hurdle at Chepstow (19.5f) 4 weeks ago and he’ll need to leave that well behind.Tongue strap on 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA91
5 MOUNT WASHINGTON (IRE) (25) 0545-60
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Kayf Hampshire (IRE)
5 11-8
Isabel Williams (3) J
O W J Evans Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mr James O’Leary Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed a fair level of ability on first of 2 starts in bumpers but mixed record in 5 starts over hurdles to date, including in pair of handicaps Quickly back down in trip on the back of his latest Ffos Las run,which could help Hood/tongue tie fitted. TFRHHHII BHA90
6 SKEETER PARK (IRE) (4) 6/2405-P 7 11-8
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Biondo (IRE)
O Strangers on the Shaw Partnership
Charlie Hammond J
Derek Shaw, Sproxton T
B Michael Leacy A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWPulled up both starts in Irish points and no better than modest form over hurdles for MickAppleby during 2023.Likely needed first start for 15 months on debut for new yard over C&D 4 days ago (pulled up) but he can only be watched turned out quickly. TFRHIIII BHA90
7 NEDZOR (IRE) (316) 2/304-
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rising Queen (IRE)
O Mr Nick Shutts
B Frank Motherway
5 11-6
Henry Brooke J
Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a point and promise on 2 of his 3 starts in novice hurdles at around 2m last winter Will hold more chance now handicapping and interesting if the market spoke in his favour back from 10 months off TFRHHHHI BHA88
8 SEAHOUSES (GB) (36) 550-P 4 11-4
Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Ceilidh House
David Bass J
O Mr David Gibbons Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
B Lawn Stud K & M (Hauliers) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWNo impact in 3 hurdles last winter Boasts a fair level of ability on the Flat but easy to back and disappointing switched to handicaps in this sphere when pulled up at Fakenham (20f) 5 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA86
9 MR ZEE (IRE) (21) U2-4P46 7 10-8
Br B g Zebedee - Monsusu (IRE) Harry Reed J
O Staverton Owners Group
Michael Blake, Trowbridge T
B Lynnlodge Stud & Arthur Finnan Sb Racehorse Rehoming S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair handicapper on the Flat,successful 3 times last year Winless to date in this sphere but did produce one of his better recent efforts when fourth of 15 in handicap at Exeter (18.5f) in October and subsequentTaunton run best overlooked.Can figure from such a lowly mark. TFRHHHHI BHA76
10 NIGHT JET (GB) (47) 05055-F BF
7 10-7
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Midnight Belle Ben Poste J
O Dean, Gallis, Willetts & Vernon
B Mrs Patricia Ellen Holtorp
Tom Symonds, Hentland T
TIMEFORMVIEWWasn’t beaten far when fifth in an 8-runner Ludlow handicap (15.8f,heavy) on final run of last season and would have finished well held before taking a late fall on return at Stratford (16.3f) 7 weeks ago. More needed. TFRHHHII BHA75
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9.
Stewards Note:
MOUNT WASHINGTON: Following its run on 10/11/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Trust House (IRE), 5-1 Nedzor (IRE), Night Jet (GB), 6-1 Mr Zee (IRE), 10-1 Mount Washington (IRE), 12-1 Bredon Hill Dart (GB), 16-1 Meraki Mist (FR), 22-1 That’s The Badger (IRE), Seahouses (GB), 50-1 Skeeter Park (IRE)
This looks decidedly trappy but TRUST HOUSE goes handicapping from a potentially lenient mark in this sphere judged on his Flat exploits and could be the way to go with the Olly Murphy yard continuing in good order Mr Zee and Nedzor are others to consider
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Today’s Race Result
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Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb
1 DAVID’S WELL (GB) (258) 3/40510- D
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Drop of Spirit (IRE)
5 12-0
Freddie Gordon (5) J
O The Morestead Select Syndicate Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved again when landing the odds in maiden hurdle at Plumpton (2m,soft) in February.Disappointed on handicap bow at Newbury final start but makes chasing debut/return in a weak-looking race (placed completed start in Irish points). TFRHHHHH BHA106
2 MCGRATH FROM CLUNE (IRE) (181) 4024-0P
Br B g Califet (FR) - Apple Trix (IRE)
O Tom Gretton Racing Club
8 11-13
Fergus Gillard J
Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T
B Denis Cummins TIMEFORMVIEWWon chase atThurles 12 months ago However,well held last 3 starts and tough to assess at present. Off 6 months First run for yard after leaving Robert Tyner. TFRHHHII BHA105
3 SAMAZUL (GB) (27) 0530-16 D BF 6 11-9
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Samandara (FR)
O OAP III
B Mill House Stud & Alan King Racing
Kielan Woods J
Ben Pauling, Naunton T
Horse & Groom East Ashling S TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwhofailedtoscoreoverhurdlesbuthasthebuildforchasinganddulyimprovedwhenopeningaccountonreturn/debutoverfencesatFontwell Shapedmuchbetterthanbareresultthere4weeksagobutfoldedinalarmingfashionafterturningforhomelookingthewinner Downintrip TFRHHHHI BHA101
4 JOHNNY MAC (IRE) (15) 111-0P3 CD
9 10-8
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Killowen Pam (IRE) Stan Sheppard J
O Mr Gareth Michael Davies Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T
B Patrick O’Riordan Matt Sheppard Racing, Tote, Matt Sheppard S
TIMEFORMVIEW Completed a hat-trick for his current yard at Leicester in January but yet to fire in 3 runs this term. Needs to take a big step forward. TFRHHHII BHA86
5 MY PORTIA (GB) (181) 50/5-464
6 10-2
Br Gr m Telescope (IRE) - Talk The Talk Harry Reed J
O Mrs J. Micklethwait L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T
B R. and J. Micklethwait
TIMEFORMVIEW Average mare who looks up against it from out of the handicap TFRHHIII BHA70
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4.
Stewards Note: SAMAZUL: Following its run on 8/11/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Samazul (GB), 2-1 David’s Well (GB), 7-1 McGrath From Clune (IRE), Johnny Mac (IRE), 20-1 My Portia (GB)
DAVID’S WELL failed to meet expectations on his handicap bow when last seen but he was progressive over hurdles prior to that and makes his chase debut in a weak event. Samazul is the obvious threat despite his weak finish at Fontwell last month.
The Weatherbys Global Stallions App Handicap
Hurdle Race (Class 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse age st-lb
1 BENASSI (IRE) (22) 21/P20-P 7 12-0
Br B g Westerner - Kylebeg Krystle (IRE)
Sean Bowen J
O The Mighty Men Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Patrick Molloy Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over hurdles in early 2023. Back to that level when second of 4 in 19.5f Lingfield handicap last November but, having failed to fire in 2 subsequent starts, this 7-y-o now finds himself with a bit to prove TFRHHHII BHA119
2 LEADING CHOICE (IRE) (232) 5/32/136- D 7 11-12
Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Rachel’s Choice (IRE)
Sean Houlihan J
O Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead T
B Seamus McKeogh & Fionnuala Adams
Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulbumperwinnerwhomadelightofa15-monthabsencetobag7-runnernovicehurdleatWetherby(19.7f,heavy)inFebruary.Unsuited by emphasis on speed when sixth at Cheltenham on final run of last season and needs to raise his game now pitched into a handicap TFRHHIII BHA117
3
EASY TO FOLLOW
(IRE) (37) 2/3114-2 D
Br B m Arcadio (GER) - Wings At Dawn (IRE)
6 11-9
Luke Scott (5) J
O Foxtrot Racing Easy To Follow Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Mr James O’Loughlin Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S
TIMEFORMVIEW Already a dual 19f hurdles winner and put in a good shift when runner-up on her reappearance at Bangor (19.6f, heavy). Should give it a good shot up 2lb here with similar conditions forecast. TFRHHHII BHA114
4 STORMING NELSON (IRE) (285) 503156- 5 11-4
Br B g Mount Nelson - Storming Strumpet
O Mr D. V. Gardner
Lucy Gardner J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Unpromising in points but made a bright start over hurdles, winning a 17f Exeter novice on New Year’s Day. However, rather disappointing switched to handicap company next 2 starts and opposable back up in trip here following 9 months off. TFRHIIII BHA109
5 TOMMIE GUN (IRE) (34) 4634-F0 5 11-3
Br B or Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Hollygrove Samba (IRE) Kielan Woods J
O Graham and Alison Jelley Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Cyril O’Hara Jelson Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSouthwell maiden winner last December and made the frame both starts switched to handicaps during the spring.Failed to fire back in this sphere following last-fence exit on return/chase debut,but the forecast testing conditions here will aid his cause TFRHHHHI BHA108
6 ONE EYE ON VEGAS (GB) (15) 1134-U6 CD
7 11-2
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Savingforvegas (IRE) Charlie Hammond J
O Mr Ben Turner Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T
B Ben Turner Science Supplements S
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved for the fitting of cheekpieces,winning slow-ground handicaps over this C&D and at Hereford in January/February.Probably still in need of the run atWarwick recently,having exited early on when making his reappearance at Carlisle,and he’s not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA107
7 SHANTWOPOINTFIVE (IRE) (194) 12-21
Br B m Shantou (USA) - All The Best Mate (IRE)
6 11-2
Daire Davis (7) J
O Both Ways Partnership Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B M. Sheehy 1Account Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwhowassecondinaSouthwellbumperanddulybuiltonhurdlesdebutpromisewhenlandinga7-runnermaidenatCartmel(23/4m, goodtosoft) inMay.Markforthishandicapbow looksfair andsheshouldhaveapartto playifraringto gofollowinga6-month break. TFRHHHHH BHA107
8 RARE CLOUDS (GB) (204) 31PP4-6 D 10 10-13
Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Rare Vintage (IRE) James Best J
O Rupert Martin Simon Earle, Marlborough T
B Wood Farm Stud Dextra Group PLC S
TIMEFORMVIEW Knocking on the door prior to deservedly winning a 7-runner Wincanton handicap (21.4f, heavy) in January. More miss than hit since, though, and others look stronger TFRHHIII BHA104
9 MCGOWAN’S PASS (GB) (174) 326-310 D 13 10-13
Br B g Central Park (IRE) - Function Dreamer
Lewis Saunders (7) J
O Mrs A. E. Lee Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Mickley Stud & Mrs M. Adamson PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run in 6-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, soft) in May. However, failed to build on that next time and this veteran is opposable back from a break. TFRHHIII BHA104
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 9. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Shantwopointfive (IRE), 4-1 Easy To Follow (IRE), 11-2 Tommie Gun (IRE), 7-1 One Eye On Vegas (GB), 10-1 Benassi (IRE), 14-1 Leading Choice (IRE), 16-1 Rare Clouds (GB), 22-1 McGowan’s Pass (GB), 33-1 Storming Nelson (IRE)
Provided she is ready to roll, the unexposed SHANTWOPOINTFIVE will have every chance of adding to her Cartmel maiden success when last seen in May. The form of that race is admittedly nothing special, but that doesn’t detract from that the fact that this 6-y-o is promising and she has been handed a fair-looking mark for this handicap debut. Tommie Gun looks dangerous back on deep ground, while One Eye On Vegas is third on the list ahead of Easy To Follow.
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The Weatherbys Hamilton Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £6000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60)
colours no horse age st-lb
1 TWYFORD’S DIAMOND (GB) (212) 05352-P 5 12-0
Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Overthrow Kielan Woods J
O Strutting Cockerels 2 Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Richard Johnson Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedabilityoverhurdleslastseason,particularlywhenfindingjustonetoogoodinamares’noviceatLudlow(15.8f,soft)inApril Shapedas though amiss at Ffos Las the following month but has since undergone a wind op and she will be a threat if able to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA99
2 TRUDIE GLEN (FR) (162) 34-260 6 11-8
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Only For Love David Bass J
O Mr Max Comley Max Comley, Naunton T
B Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty to work on when third in a Ludlow bumper in May 2023. Pleasing start to hurdles career when runner-up at Southwell during the spring but safely held both subsequent starts and has left Dan Skelton ahead of this handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA93
3 PASSING KATE (GB) (227) 231323- CD
7 11-5
Br B m Passing Glance - Another Kate (IRE) Stan Sheppard J
O Mr David M. Richards Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T
B D. M. Richards
TIMEFORMVIEWClearly effective when the mud is flying,successful in mares’ handicaps over this C&D and atWincanton last season. Closed off that campaign with a respectable third at Ffos Las (15.8f, good to soft) and she’s a key player TFRHHHHH BHA90
4 FILLYFUDGE (GB) (17) 34/00-3
Br B m Charming Thought - Our Gal
5 10-13
Nick Scholfield J
O Ms Fiona Donald Amy Murphy, Newmarket T
B Mr G. Wilding Class1Personnel S TIMEFORMVIEWFairwinnerontheFlatandbetteredpreviouseffortsinthisspherewhenthirdof8inaC&Dhandicap(goodtosoft)17daysago Onetoconsider off the same mark with visor on for the first time over hurdles (in good form with the same headgear listed on the level this year). TFRHHHII BHA84
5 MALINKA (FR) (21) 153
Br Gr f Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Makana (FR)
3 10-10
Sean Quinlan J
O The Raspberry Ruffles Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Jan Krauze & S.A.S Stratfin PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairFlatperformerwhomadeawinningdebutoverhurdlesinsmoothstyleafter11weeksoffatCartmel(17.2f,heavy)inAugust,respondingwell Disappointed next time but latest third in a first-time hood (on again here) at Sedgefield was a sound effort and she’s of strong interest. TFRHHHHI BHA96
6 COMEONRITA (GB) (529)
P6/30PP-
Br Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pennepoint
O The Canny Heritage Syndicate
B J. C. Haynes
6 10-6
James Best J
Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
TIMEFORMVIEW Little show in bumpers and just modest form at best so far over hurdles, pulled up at Hexham when last seen 17 months ago. Readily passed over starting out for new yard here TFRHIIII BHA77
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Hood worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1. Stewards Note: TWYFORD’S DIAMOND: Following its run on 7/5/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
TRUDIE GLEN: Following its run on 26/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout.
COMEONRITA: Following its run on 25/6/2023 it was reported that the horse scoped dirty.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Passing Kate (GB), 9-4 Malinka (FR), 4-1 Fillyfudge (GB), 13-2 Twyford’s Diamond (GB), 33-1 Trudie Glen (FR), 150-1 Comeonrita (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
The vote goes to C&D winner PASSING KATE, who shades preference ahead of the 3-y-o Malinka. The latter got back on track when third at Sedgefield and she has to be taken seriously now handicapping, while it would be no surprise if Fillyfudge were to make her presence felt, too
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PASSING KATE 2.MALINKA (FR) 3.FILLYFUDGE
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These Rules on Betting, as amended from time to time, are issued by Tattersalls Committee The Rules on Betting were first issued in 1886 and were last revised on 17 May 2010 and the Place Terms were updated by racecourses with effect from 1 January 2015 following consultation with bookmakers In accordance with licence conditions issued by the Gambling Commission pursuant to the Gambling Act 2005, licensees must display on their ‘joints’, in an intelligible format, any rules that differ from these Rules on Betting. A further licence condition requires all licensees to have an independent dispute resolution service On application and in accordance with the published procedures (details of which are available at www. tattersallscommittee.co.uk), Tattersalls Committee will hear any betting disputes arising from the application or interpretation of these Rules on Betting or any other betting dispute emanating from on-course transactions Rule 1. In these Rules on Betting, ‘betting’ shall have the meaning defined by section 9 of the Gambling Act 2005. Rule 2. Bets may only be amended or cancelled by mutual consent between the licensee and the backer Rule 3. Unless clearly displayed otherwise, all each-way bets except ante-post bets will be settled on the actual number of starters according to the following racecourse place terms: -
• Fewer than 3 runners—all to win
• 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.
• 5-7 runners -1/4 odds a place 1-2
• 8 or more runners -1/5 odds a place 1-2-3
• Handicaps with 12-15 runners - 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3
• Handicaps with 16-21 runners - 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3-4
• Handicaps with 22 or more runners - 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4
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(A) Single ante-post bets, being made before 10 a.m. on the day of the final declarations will be void under the following circumstances: -
i) If the race is abandoned;
ii) If the race is declared void;
iii) If the Conditions of the race entry are changed prior to the start of the race;
iv) If the venue is altered; or
v) If a horse is eliminated under the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) Rules of Racing, schedule 8 of the Race Administration Manual (F).
However, in any such circumstances accumulative ante-post bets (win or place) will stand and be settled at the ante-post price(s) laid on the remaining horse(s).
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(B) Bets other than ante-post bets will be void if the race is abandoned or declared void. Bets will stand if the race is postponed to another day and final declarations stand. If the final declarations do not stand, bets will be void. Bets on a horse declared by the Starter ‘not to have started’ will be void.
(C) Where a bet has been placed and a price taken on the day of the race and there is subsequently an official notification that a horse has been withdrawn or has been declared ‘not to have started’, the liability of a layer against any horse remaining in the race, win or place, will be reduced in accordance with the following scale depending on the odds current against the withdrawn horse at the time of such official notification:
Odds (or decimal equivalent
Scale of deduction (per £)
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2/11 to 2/17
pence
1/4 to 1/5 80 pence
3/10 to 2/7
75 pence
2/5 to 1/3 70 pence
8/15 to 4/9 65 pence
8/13 to 4/7
pence 4/5 to 4/6
pence 20/21 to 5/6
Evens to 6/5
5/4 to 6/4
8/5 to 7/4
9/5 to 9/4
12/5 to 3/1
pence
pence
pence
pence
pence
pence
16/5 to 4/1 20 pence
9/2 to 11/2 15 pence
6/1 to 9/1 10 pence
10/1 to 14/1 5 pence
Over 14/1 No deduction
In the case of two or more horses being withdrawn, the total reduction shall not exceed 90 pence in the pound. In the case of withdrawals in reformed markets, the total deduction over the two or more horses (i.e. one in the original and one in the reformed market) will be calculated on the prices applicable in the original market.
Race Conditions
First Race 12.25 - THE WEATHERBYS STALLION BOOK ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, November 29th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 3rd. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race 21 entries at £40. - Closed November 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 12.55 - THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 29th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 3rd. Penalties, after November 23rd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed November 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.25 - THE THANKS FOR EVERYTHING KIERON BRIDGE NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, November 29th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 3rd. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race 15 entries at £50. - Closed November 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 1.55 - THE NEXT MEETING @leicesterraces WEDNESDAY 11TH DECEMBER NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for novice three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, November 29th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 3rd. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after November 23rd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb 17 entries at £30. - Closed November 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.25 - THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £45 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 3rd. Penalties, after November 23rd, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race 15 entries at £45. - Closed November 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.00 - THE WEATHERBYS GLOBAL STALLIONS APP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 3rd. Penalties, after November 23rd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race 20 entries at £40. - Closed November 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.35 - THE WEATHERBYS HAMILTON MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 29th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 3rd. Penalties, after November 23rd, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race 12 entries at £30. - Closed November 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60)
SEE PAGE 27 FOR THIS RACE.
