DINING OPTIONS
PLYMOUTH RESTAURANT
Spectacular views on the first floor, with balcony.
Plymouth carvery
£71.50 each (includes race card, 3 course carvery, tea or coffee, premier shared table for the day).
JUBILEE RESTAURANT
Spectacular views on the first floor, with balcony.
Jubilee Restaurant
£84.50 each (includes 3 course a la carte menu, tea or coffee, premier badge, race card and private table for the day).
TOP TIP!
It’s best to book into our restuarants in advance but please check with the office on the day for availability.
Welcome to Ludlow Races.
Ludlow Race Club Ltd
Registered Office: Ludlow Racecourse
Bromfield
Ludlow Shropshire
SY8 2BT
Tel: 01584 856221
Many thanks to our sponsors, Flowfit Ltd, Hazlins, Geothermal & D I G Services Hereford Ltd.
Welcome also to all Racing TV Club Members who will be using the Windsor Marquee as their base & Racing Welfare (Retired Racing Staff).
We are using a screened off area in The Clive Pavilion today as a base for Syndicates so please do use it Complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits will be available, or pop to Private Box number 5 in the Jubilee Stand if you want a great view of the racing
We have a great new menu in the Fairway café, offering substantial pork rolls with stuffing & apple sauce, plus much more. We are also offering draft lager in there now!
The little shop by the Windsor Marquee will be open today offering warm Mulled Wine, Local Cider & delicious Homemade Vegetable Soup.
I Hope you all have a great day’s racing
Regards,
Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)
CLUB ENCLOSURE
CLIVE
PLYMOUTH
JUBILEE
FAIRWAY
TRACKFACTS
A right-handed oval shaped course one and a half miles in circumference, with nine fences per circuit and a run-in of 450 yards. The hurdle course runs on the outside of the chase course and is slightly undulating
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:
F O’BRIEN (27 wins from 153 runners, 18%) runs UNLEASH THE BEAST (12.45), QUIAN (2.15).
V WILLIAMS (22 wins from 86 runners, 26%) runs JO LESCRIBAA (1.15).
N TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 134 runners, 15%) runs TOUCHWOODEXPRESS (1.15).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
F O’BRIEN (9 wins from 45 runners, 20%) runners listed above
J & A O’NEILL (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs HOLLY (2.50).
B PAULING (6 wins from 36 runners, 17%) runs MEETMEBYTHESEA (12.45).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
JONATHAN BURKE (18 wins from 110 rides, 16%) rides UNLEASH THE BEAST (12.45), IONTACH CHEVAL (2.15), MR GREY SKY (2.50), FAERIE CUTLASS (3.25).
TOM CANNON (10 wins from 36 rides, 28%) rides REALISTIC OPTIMISM (12.45).
JONJO O’NEILL JR (10 wins from 56 rides, 18%) rides HOLLY (2.50).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
JONJO O’NEILL JR (6 wins from 31 rides, 19%) rides listed above
TOM CANNON (4 wins from 25 rides, 16%) rides listed above
CHARLIE DEUTSCH (4 wins from 8 rides, 50%) rides RASCALLION (12.45), JO LESCRIBAA (1.15).
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.50 Fast Buck (won off 122 down 7lb to 115); 2.15 Quian (won off 98 down 9lb to 89).
HOW TO BET WITH AN ON-COURSE BOOKMAKER
1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to offer the correct stake money for your wager.
2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number). Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.
3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.
4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, i.e. for a win or a place
5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.
6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes. e.g.£1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.
HOW TO READ THE RACECARD
EACH WAY BETTING
The RCA and the bookmaking association have agreed the following terms for all bookmakers offering each way betting on course.
NON-HANDICAPS
5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2 8+ runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3
HANDICAPS
5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2 8 - 11 runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3 12 - 15 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3
16+ runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3,4
All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only
1 SOLOMON GREY (FR) (43)
Gr g Sulamani (IRE) - Sardagna (FR)
Owner: Mrs Sarah Faulks
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: Mr Nigel Faulks & Mme Sarah Faulks
6 11 9
Jockey:Harry Skelton
Form: 32-2213 D
Sponsor: Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start over hurdles, opening his account in good style at Plumpton (15.9f,
December Useful third at Kempton since and looks the one to beat here.
1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing 2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth
3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding (followed by Sire and Dam) Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut c - Colt Gr - Grey f - filly Ro - Roan m - mare 4. Horse’s name 5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain
Number of day’s since horse last ran
Age of horse 8. Weight of jockey in Stones and Pounds
Owner’s Name(s)
Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment
13 Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / denotes new season - denotes new year
C - The horse has won on this racecourse
D - The horse has won over this distance
CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance
BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run
14 A guide to the horse’s recentform and star rating. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
Selected to win the race
Good chance of being placed
By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance.
15 Jockey’s Name If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight
FAIRWAY CAFE
Sometimes, you just need a quick snack or perhaps you fancy a full English breakfast roll?! Whatever it is, the Fairway Cafe is sure to have it
This Cafe is situated at the side of the Windsor Marquee and is more of a low-key affair There are no frills here, just good food and a fully stocked, licensed bar. You may just catch some of the grooms and trainers grabbing a bite here too...
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FIRST RACE 12.45
THE HAZLIN’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000 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. Enter by noon, November 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 23rd. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Hazlin’s have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 15 entries at £40. - Closed November 19th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80)
1 ARKENDALE (GB) (71)
Br g Pivotal - Paris Rooftops (IRE)
Owner: Menzies Asset Management Ltd
Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Breeder: Branton Court Stud
4 11 4
Jockey: James Best
Form:
Sponsor:Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 10.5f), ran better than for a while last time. Sold from Edward Bethell 13,500 gns later in September and now goes hurdling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2 MEETMEBYTHESEA (IRE) (239)
B g Watar (IRE) - Lake Wakatipu
Owner: Mr John P. McManus
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Mr Maurice Day
4 11 4
Jockey: Kielan Woods
Form: 2Sponsor:Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth foal dam (h112) 2 3/4m hurdle winner, also 12.3f-16.5f winner on Flat. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Mar 2024) and looks a likely type in a race like this. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
3 OAKLEY’S WAY (IRE) (23)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Special Choice (IRE)
Owner: Mr A. J. Norman
Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Breeder: Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden
4 11 4
Jockey: Ben Godfrey
Form: 3F-4 BF
Sponsor:Geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Prominent in the betting all 3 starts in bumpers, matching debut form when fourth of 6 at Ascot 3 weeks ago Makes hurdles debut for good yard so has to be of interest. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
4 RASCALLION (FR) (141)
B g Johnny Barnes (IRE) - Wulfrida (IRE)
Owner: Mrs J. Walker
Trainer: Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
Breeder: Mme Janie Walker
5 11 4
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdlers Hot Diamond and The Twisler Fairly useful handicapper on Flat in France (stays 1 1/2m), recorded hat-trick in 2023, well below form last time. Has left Sophie Leech ahead of hurdles bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 REALISTIC OPTIMISM (IRE) (35)
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Innisfree Dawn (IRE)
Owner: Mr John H. W. Finch
Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Breeder: R. J. Whitford
7 11 4
Jockey: Tom Cannon
Form: 0/2152/-5
Sponsor:BetVictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner in Ireland in 2022. Off the track for over 2 years and hooded for stable/ hurdles debut, he was given a considerate ride at Plumpton last month. Sure to do better Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
6 UNLEASH THE BEAST (IRE) (27) 5
B g Malinas (GER) - Cloth Fair (IRE)
Owner: Mr Nic Brereton
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Breeder: Mr S. Spillane
11 4
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 5
Sponsor:Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Malinas gelding showed some promise when fifth of 12 in bumper (13/2) at Chepstow on his debut last month. In good hands but bred to be a stayer and is kept to 2m here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
7 YORGUNNABEPLUCKY (GB) (25)
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Amicus
Owner: Midlands Quintet
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: John Nye
4 11 4
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 63-50
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW €17,000 3-y-o, £20,000 4-y-o, Yorgunnabelucky gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdle winner/useful chaser Pougne Bobbi, stayed 2 3/4m. Placed on second of 2 starts in Irish points in April but low-key start under Rules. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Shropshirelass
Owner: Ms G. Howell
Trainer: Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells
Breeder: Tabitha Worsley
Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)
Form: 0
Sponsor:Drill Service (Horley) Ltd, Nds Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORM VIEW Schiaparelli mare. Dam (c82/h94) 2m-21f hurdle winner. Last in a bumper on debut in May. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: IMPERIAL SAINT (FR) 5 11 4 Micheal Nolan 13-2 (Philip Hobbs & Johnson White) 16 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 5. Stewards Note:
RASCALLION: Following its run on 7/7/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run
REALISTIC OPTIMISM: Following its run on 21/10/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free Betting Forecast:
9-4 Meetmebythesea (IRE), 5-2 Oakley’s Way (IRE), 5-1 Realistic Optimism (IRE), 8-1 Rascallion (FR), 11-1 Arkendale (GB), 16-1 Unleash The Beast (IRE), 80-1 Yorgunnabeplucky (GB), 200-1 Dontworrywegotthis (GB)
Race Summary:
PLAY SMARTER
Not a lot of worthwhile form to go on so in the hope the market vibes are positive, MEETMEBYTHESEA is taken to go one place better than he did in his point. Oakely’s Way showed enough in bumpers to make him second choice, with Realistic Optimism also of some interest.
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SECOND RACE 1.15
THE RACINGTV CLUB DAY
NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE
CHASE (CLASS 5)
about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, November 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 23rd. Penalties, after November 16th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 16 entries at £40. - Closed November 19th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
No Horse Age st lb
1 ANOTHER DAY OUT (IRE) (7)
B m Ocovango - Earthshan (IRE)
Owner: Lloyd Bailey Jessup & Proctor
Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Breeder: Ms Linda Twomey
6 12 0
Jockey: James Best
Form: 4-0152T D
Sponsor:Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 7 attempts over hurdles but successful on second chase start at Huntingdon in May and just failed over this C&D last month. However, subsequent refusal to race at Leicester means that she has to be treated with a degree of caution. Hood refitted.
2 IRON D’EX (FR) (27)
Gr g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Soiree d’Ex (FR)
Owner: Mr Graham Wilson
Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99
6 11 13
Jockey: Sean Houlihan
Form: 25PP-10 C
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track from a reduced mark to make a winning start over fences here (2 1/2m, good) on return last month. Heavy ground possibly against him at Bangor since but it was still disconcerting to see him capitulate in the way that he did. Cheekpieces refitted.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 98
3 TOUCHWOODEXPRESS (IRE) (20)
Ch g Mahler - Riverside Lough (IRE)
Owner: Touchwoodexpress Syndicate
Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Breeder: Richard & Nicola Harding
5 11 10
Jockey: Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7)
Form: 36-4012 D BF
Sponsor:Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on sole outing in points and, with cheekpieces enlisted, he improved on his exploits over hurdles when making a winning handicap chase debut at Huntingdon (23.6f, good) last month. Followed that with a good second at Warwick and he may well have more to offer in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 95
4 COCONUT TWIST (IRE) (13)
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Presenting Chaos (IRE)
Owner: Troika Racing
Trainer: Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Breeder: Kieran Lennon
6 11 10
Jockey: Harry Reed
Form: 632463 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner at the start of the year and made a successful chase debut starting out for this yard at Newton Abbot (21f, soft) in May. Bounced back from a couple of low-key efforts when third of 8 off this mark in first-time blinkers (retained) at Lingfield recently and he’s a big player. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95
5 JO LESCRIBAA (FR) (249)
B g Tin Horse (IRE) - Violaine (FR)
Owner: The Shropshire Dreamers
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: Mr & Mrs Louis Lafitte
5 11 5
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: 2/66346-
Sponsor:Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of French bumpers and showed ability over hurdles last season. Rather disappointing at Chepstow on final outing of that campaign but, like many from this yard, he could improve for the switch to fences. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
6 FASHION’S MODEL (IRE) (32)
Gr m Flemensfirth (USA) - Fashion’s Worth (IRE)
Owner: Mr Brian Davies
Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Breeder: Mr S. Wafer
8 10 12
Jockey: Harry Kimber
Form: P24P1-0 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to win 5-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (20.2f, heavy) on final start of last term. However, she was beaten a long way out on her seasonal reappearance here and will need to leave that well behind if she’s to play a leading role in this contest.
7 BLACKACRE (GB) (13)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tullow Tonic (IRE)
Owner: R J Gambarini Racing
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Tom Weston
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 83
5 10 4
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 3P2-356
Sponsor:Office Visions (Wales) Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden and failed to step up on his hurdles form when switched to fences for the first time at Hereford 13 days ago.
8
WATCHOUTITSCOOKIE (IRE) (194) 6 10 3
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Medimli (IRE)
Owner: Mr Russell Lane
Trainer: Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Breeder: Philip Rothwell
Jockey: David Noonan
Form: 02435-3 BF
Sponsor:Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No great shakes over hurdles but was a winner in that sphere off this mark in 2023 and latest third in a Perth handicap chase (23.8f, good to soft) was his best effort yet over the larger obstacles. Remains open to improvement as a chaser Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 74
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: SAFE DESTINATION 5 11 1 Sam Twiston-Davies 10-3 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 12 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Hood worn by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6. Betting Forecast: 9-4 Touchwoodexpress (IRE), 9-2 Watchoutitscookie (IRE), 5-1 Coconut Twist (IRE), 7-1 Jo Lescribaa (FR), 10-1 Another Day Out (IRE), 14-1 Iron d’Ex (FR), 16-1 Fashion’s Model (IRE), 22-1 Blackacre (GB)
Race Summary:
TOUCHWOODEXPRESS has taken well to fences, building on his Huntingdon chase debut success when finding just one too good at Warwick earlier this month. As a 5-y-o his best days are surely ahead of him and he earns the vote ahead of Watchoutitscookie, who remains open to improvement in this sphere. Coconut Twist and Jo Lescribaa are others to consider
THERESULT
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THIRD RACE 1.45
THE GEOTHERMAL DRILLING UK
MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP
HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £7000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, November 19th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 23rd. Penalties, after November 16th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb Geothermal Drilling UK have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 15 entries at £30 - Closed November 19th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable No Horse Age st lb
1 BROOMFIELD GALE (IRE) (36)
B m Malinas (GER) - Sea Off The Gales (IRE)
Owner: Troika Racing
Trainer: Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Breeder: John Leahy
6 12 0
Jockey: Mr Robbie David (7)
Form: 500650
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler at best in Ireland for Robert Murphy. Tongue strap back on for handicap/stable debut and mark looks stiff-enough on the face of it.
2 AN CAILIN CIUIN (IRE) (27)
B m Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Sliabh Donn (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. Lee
Trainer: Henrietta C Knight, Wantage
Breeder: Margaret Mullins & Tom O’Brien
6 12 0
Jockey: Freddie Mitchell (5)
Form: 053-446
Sponsor:Carpenter & Paterson Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Allotted a stiff mark and made little impression on handicap debut at Chepstow a month ago This is easier, at least.
3 COME ON NIA (GB) (27)
B m Telescope (IRE) - Call Me A Star
Owner: Mr A. V. John
Trainer: Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton
Breeder: D. and Mrs Holmes
5 11 13
Jockey: James Martin (5)
Form: 660-110
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope mare who displayed improved form away from the mud when winning a brace of handicap in May/June. Off the track 4 months so may have needed the tun at Chepstow and much better expected here.
4 MADE FOR ME (IRE) (24)
B m Malinas (GER) - Made To Move (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: John & Jimmy Lawler
94
5 11 13
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: 2/5-0030
Sponsor:Hambleton Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in Irish points (March 2023) but only minor promise under Rules so far. Hopes rest on switch to handicaps and step up in trip
5 MALAGO ROSE (IRE) (96)
B m Malinas (GER) - Avichi (IRE)
Owner: Mr K.M.Harris
Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Breeder: Drumlin Bloodstock
Rating 94
6 11 13
Jockey: James Best
Form: 4334-15 BF
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best in first-time cheekpieces to open account in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, soft) in June Not quite at that level 11 weeks later but she’s since made the switch to an in-form stable
6 BOB O RHINO (IRE) (21)
B m Champs Elysees - Cooladurragh Lady (IRE)
Owner: Opd Group Limited
Trainer: Katy Price, Llanigon
Breeder: Patrick & James Moroney
5 11 11
Jockey: Shane Quinlan (3)
Form: 64-5124
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who made her second handicap start over hurdles a winning one in 11-runner contest at Stratford (18.7f, good) in July, typically ridden positively Sound efforts twice since and she’s likely to give it another good go
7 LIZZIE REY (GB) (300)
B m Kingston Hill - Mayolynn (USA)
Owner: The Adlestrop Club
Trainer: Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. & P. Scott
TIMEFORM
92
7 11 3
Jockey: Finn Lambert (3)
Form: 5/000Sponsor:Tori Global
8
MY GIRL KATIE (IRE) (19)
B m Ocovango - Kings Sister (IRE)
Owner: Foxhills Racing Limited
Trainer: Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Breeder: Thomas Mulhern
7 10 10
Jockey: Conor Ring
Form: 504650
Sponsor:Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who ran one of her better races when fifth of 13 over C&D last month. Unable to land a blow at Chepstow since.
9
FORMEL PARK (GB) (27)
B f Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sparron Hawk (FR)
Owner: Mr R. E. R. Williams
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Mr D. A. Rees-Jones
4 10 8
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 0-3U00
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to 4 winners and better effort in bumpers when third at Southwell in May. Unseated rider early on hurdles debut and well held completed outings since.
10 OLIVIA KATE (GB) (19)
Gr m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Another Kate (IRE)
Owner: Mr David M. Richards
Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Breeder: D. M. Richards
5 10 7
Jockey: Stan Sheppard
Form: 340005
TIMEFORM VIEW Just bits and pieces of form so far, failing to see it out upped to 23.6f latest.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: ONLY FOOLS (IRE) 4 10 5 Jack Tudor 5-1 (David Pipe) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8, 10. Stewards Note: MALAGO ROSE: Following its run on 21/8/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Betting Forecast: 7-2 Malago Rose (IRE), 4-1 Bob O Rhino (IRE), 11-2 Come On Nia (GB), 12-1 Made For Me (IRE), Olivia Kate (GB), 14-1 My Girl Katie (IRE), Formel Park (GB), 16-1 Broomfield Gale (IRE), 18-1 An Cailin Ciuin (IRE), 20-1 Lizzie Rey (GB) PLAY SMARTER
Race Summary: COME ON NIA almost certainly needed her return to action and, with that under her belt, she’s selected to regain the winning thread. Malago Rose has made the switch to a successful stable so she demands respect, with Bob O Rhino likely to be bang there again.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COME ON NIA 2.MALAGO ROSE (IRE) 3.BOB O RHINO (IRE)
THERESULT
FOURTH RACE 2.15
THE FLOWFIT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 5)
about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds) for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, November 19th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 23rd. Penalties, after November 16th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb FLOWFIT have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £30. - Closed November 19th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
1 IONTACH CHEVAL (GB) (20)
B g Dunaden (FR) - Dancing Emily (IRE)
Owner: RSKM Bloodstock
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Burnham P & D Ltd
8 12 0
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 0/30P5-4 D BF
Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Went in snatches again when fourth of 9 on 2m Warwick reappearance (2m, good) 3 weeks ago On a good mark but he’ll probably need to travel with more fluency if he’s to take advantage
RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
2 BELLE MONTROSE (IRE) (134)
B m Milan - Rag’s Lady (IRE)
Owner: Cheltenham boys & Steve Chick
Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
Breeder: Noel Fenton
5 11 7
Jockey: Robert Dunne
Form: 2/00-543
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on her sole Irish point. Steadily progressive form in bumpers and reached the frame in maiden/novice events at Newton Abbot and Stratford switched to hurdles in the summer. Makes handicap debut back from 134 days off Unexposed. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93
3 QUIAN (GER) (38)
Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Quiana (GER)
Owner: Mr G. Cross
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Breeder: Mr Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof
8 11 3
Jockey: Liam Harrison
Form: 5540-00 D
Sponsor:Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Taunton handicap hurdle for Thomas Gallagher last December but has been underwhelming since, including well beaten on both starts for Fergal O’Brien. Could click for this yard at some point but can only be watched for now.
4 EL VIGARO (IRE) (9)
B g El Salvador (IRE) - Bonito (IRE)
Owner: Mr Marcus Jordan
Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Breeder: Seamus Larkin
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89
5 11 2
Jockey: Stan Sheppard
Form: 00-5021 D
Sponsor:Matt Sheppard Racing, Matt Sheppard
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 5-y-o who has improved in recent weeks, finishing second then first in 2m handicaps at Uttoxeter (both good to soft). A 5lb rise doesn’t look enough to stop him for last year’s winning yard.
88
5 BADLANDS BOY (IRE) (32)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Peace And The City (FR)
Owner: Mr Jon Glews
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Con O’Keeffe
5 11 2
Jockey: Theo Gillard
Form: 03P0-60
Sponsor:Proactive Personnel Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best over hurdles, failing to build on reappearance when down the field here 32 days ago First-time cheekpieces need to have a positive effect.
6 POOROLDMACKLEY (IRE) (15)
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Parkview Delight (IRE)
Owner: BAYTREE
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Mr Daniel Keating
5 10 10
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: FP-0000
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete both starts in points and only poor form over hurdles, making no impact on Ffos Las handicap debut 15 days ago Still early days but hard to make a case for.
7 ADMIRAL FITZ (IRE) (37)
B g Mount Nelson - So Blissful (IRE)
Owner: Songsters Two
Trainer: Harriet Dickin, Midford
Breeder: Niall McGrady
6 10 4
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: F2/400-0
Sponsor:Kissing It Better, Clay Street Property Consultants
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up completed start in points but has shown little in 4 hurdles
handicap debut and reappearance 37 days ago.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: LITTLE PI (FR) 5 10 4 Stan Sheppard 10-3 (Matt Sheppard) 12 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3. Stewards Note: BADLANDS BOY: Following its run on 24/10/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly Betting Forecast:
13-8 El Vigaro (IRE), 7-2 Belle Montrose (IRE), 9-2 Iontach Cheval (GB), 7-1 Quian (GER), 20-1 Badlands Boy (IRE), Pooroldmackley (IRE), 22-1 Admiral Fitz (IRE)
Race Summary: Matt Sheppard can win this race for the second year running courtesy of recent Uttoxeter scorer EL VIGARO Unexposed handicap newcomer Belle Montrose might be the one to give the selection most to think about.
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £187,493 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 16th September to 31st December 2024
IN-RUNNING BETTING
Please note that in-running betting is not allowed in any public areas of Ludlow racecourse. Any racegoer found to be in breach of this rule will be removed from the racecourse.
FIFTH RACE 2.50
THE D I G SERVICES HEREFORD LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
about TWO MILES (1m 7f 212yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 23rd. Penalties, after November 16th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb D I G SERVICES HEREFORD LTD have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 13 entries at £50 - Closed November 19th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable No Horse Age st lb
1 MR GREY SKY (IRE) (275)
Gr g Fame And Glory - Lakil Princess (IRE)
Owner: Mr P. J. Andrews
Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Breeder: Minch Bloodstock
10 11 10
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 0/11P43- CD
Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of 2m handicap chases at a similar time last year Respectable third at Newcastle when last seen in February and bold show could be on the way, provided he is ready to roll following 9 months off Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 120
2 HOLLY (FR) (14)
B m Voiladenuo (FR) - Righty Malta (FR)
Owner: Mr John P. McManus
Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Breeder: Mr Cyrille Gombeau & Mrs Lise Gombeau
7 11 8
Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Form: 142-046
Sponsor:Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winner at 17f over hurdles but hasn’t covered herself in glory in 2 starts over fences to date Sizeable step forward required here. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 118
3 FEEL THE PINCH (GB) (22)
B g Librettist (USA) - Liqueur Rose
Owner: B Jones & Son
Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Breeder: C. F. C. Jackson
10 11 8
Jockey: Charlie Price (3)
Form: 221055 CD
Sponsor:B Jones & Sons Tar Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific for this stable, producing an effort right up there with his best when adding to his tally at Newton Abbot (16.7f, good) in July. Form has dipped badly since, though, it’s probably best to look elsewhere. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118
4 KEEP RUNNING (FR) (39)
Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Roxaline (FR)
Owner: Mrs J. Fowler
Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Mme Martine De Beauregard
6 11 6
Jockey: Harry Bannister
Form: 21P32-P D
Sponsor:1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever sent chasing last season, making all in novice handicap at Taunton in January Has found life tougher since but reappearance effort for new yard at Carlisle was too bad to be true and he’ll be a threat if able to get back on track.
5 FAST BUCK (FR) (26)
Br g Kendargent (FR) - Juvenil Delinquent (USA)
Owner: KnightRiders III
Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Breeder: Mr Hubert Honore & Mr Tomas Schweizer
RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 116
10 11 5
Jockey: Lorcan Williams
Form: 0436-05 D
Sponsor:Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Now 7lb lower than when registering latest success in a handicap chase at Wincanton in January That said, it’s been downhill pretty much all the way since and he needs to bounce back in a major way
6 DR T J ECKLEBURG (IRE) (2)
B g Lawman (FR) - Imtidaad (USA)
Owner: Mrs Janet Davies
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Pat O’Rourke & The Lawman Syndicate
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115
6 11 9 (in 7lb ex)
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 2434-31 CD
Sponsor:Prysg Cyf
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed the benefit of his reappearance spin at Newton Abbot when proving too strong for his 6 rivals at Haydock (16.3f, soft) on Saturday. Could have a part to play if turned out again quickly here.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: FEEL THE PINCH 9 10 12 Toby Wynne 3-1 (Robbie Llewellyn) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Stewards Note:
KEEP RUNNING: Following its run on 17/10/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly Betting Forecast: 11-4 Mr Grey Sky (IRE), 3-1 Dr T J Eckleburg (IRE), 10-3 Keep Running (FR), 8-1 Feel The Pinch (GB), 10-1 Holly (FR), 12-1 Fast Buck (FR)
Race Summary:
MR GREY SKY returned with a bang last season, winning the first two starts of his 2023/24 campaign, and he is taken to repeat the dose this time round by making a successful reappearance. Next on the list is Dr T J Eckleburg, whose record over hurdles/fences here reads 112 and he added to his tally at Haydock on Saturday. However, if his connections elect against this quick turnaround, Keep Running will likely emerge as the main danger
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SIXTH RACE 3.25
THE JOIN RACINGTV NOW HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
about THREE MILES (2m 7f 174yds) for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, November 19th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 23rd. Penalties, after November 16th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 15 entries at £30 - Closed November 19th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
1 MYFANWY’S MAGIC (GB) (274) 7 12 0
B g Mr Medici (IRE) - Lady Myfanwy
Owner: 360 Racing Club
Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Breeder: PB Miles & Mrs M Miles
Jockey: Daire McConville (7)
Form: 0/62542-
Sponsor:Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Left hurdling debut form behind when runner-up in a Warwick novice (2m, heavy) last November and back to that sort of level when filling the same position at Hereford (21.7f, soft) back in February, albeit making hard work of things. Back up in trip and may need this on return. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104
2 GREATNESS AWAITS (IRE) (14)
B g Clodovil (IRE) - Top Act (FR)
Owner: Mr Bill Hawkins
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
5 12 0
Jockey: David Noonan
Form: 5-12223
Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd, Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Been in good form back over hurdles, scoring at Newton Abbot in June and placed next 4 outings. Underperformed reverted to Flat at Wolverhampton on first outing since leaving Ben Pauling (sold £10,000) a fortnight ago and now heads back over obstacles.
3 PURE THEATRE (IRE) (16)
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Faucon
Owner: Potwell Racing Syndicate IV
Trainer: Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Breeder: D. E. Cantillon
RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104
6 11 13
Jockey: Chad Bament (10)
Form: 363-600
Sponsor:Geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Tasted success twice in mares’ hurdles in spring 2023 but has been more miss than hit since. Found things too competitive with chasing experiment quickly shelved at Wincanton (21.4f, good) recently but this is more her sort of level.
4 MELTON MOSSY (IRE) (18)
B g Valirann (FR) - Miss Ira Zarad (IRE)
Owner: Vale Racing 1
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: James Flood
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103
5 11 12
Jockey: Miss Eleanor Williams (7)
Form: 154161 C
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a fourth win of a very productive first half of the season when striking under this rider here (21f, good to soft) 18 days ago. 5lb higher so demands more but he has to enter the reckoning in his current mood.
5 BROWNSTONE (IRE) (7)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Shuil Away (IRE)
Owner: The Pour It On Partnership
Trainer: Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Breeder: Mr Nelius O’Keeffe
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 102
8 11 7
Jockey: Joe Anderson (3)
Form: 454402
Sponsor:Coreus Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdle winner in Ireland and shrugged off a low-key first run for Grace Harris when second of 10 at Leicester (20.5f, good to soft) last Monday. Claims from the same mark.
6 FAERIE CUTLASS (GB) (32)
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Faerie Reel (FR)
Owner: Mrs E. A. Kellar
Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham
Breeder: Mrs E. Kellar
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97
6 11 1
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 362F32
Sponsor:The Taylor Kellar Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Worcester (2 1/2m) in May 2023 and hasn’t done a great deal wrong since, most recently finishing second of 10 over C&D (good to soft) last month. No reason why she won’t give another good account.
7 R BERNARD (GB) (2)
B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Channel Treat
Owner: Mr R. Broadley
Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Mr P. O. Allman
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
8 10 13
Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)
Form: P31-166
Sponsor:Bob Price & Son Groundworks
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Stratford in May but off 6 months before a fading sixth of 9 in handicap hurdle over C&D last month. Tailed-off last of 6 at Huntingdon on Saturday so the percentage call is to look elsewhere.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
8 RUBYS REWARD (GB) (19)
B m Dr Massini (IRE) - Cresswell Ruby (IRE)
Owner: Eddie And John
Trainer: Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
Breeder: R. B. Mckay
8 10 2
Jockey: Liam Harrison
Form: 05255P
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2023 and turned in a rare poor effort when pulled up at Chepstow (23.6f, good to soft) earlier in the month. Bounce back needed from 3lb out of the weights.
9 MASKA DU MORVAN (FR) (19)
B m Masked Marvel - Karolie (FR)
Owner: Mr P. Ponting
Trainer: Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge
Breeder: E.A.R.L. Lechenault Vincent
7 10 2
Jockey: James Best
Form: 421PP0 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who was pulled up both starts over fences, including on first start for current yard at Exeter recently, and again showed little reverted to hurdles at Chepstow just under 3 weeks ago 4lb out of weights and first-time cheekpieces need to spark a major revival.
10 DARK HEATHER (IRE) (18)
B m Laverock (IRE) - Grainne Delight (IRE)
Owner: Ben Lund Racing Club
Trainer: Ben Lund, Bridgwater
Breeder: Finbar O’Reilly
HIIII
7 10 2
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: F040P/-0
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to make an impact. Will need to show big improvement if to feature here.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: LE BOULEVARDIER 7 11 2 Phillip Enright 9-2 (S Curling) 10 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7.
Stewards Note:
MYFANWY’S MAGIC: Following its run on 25/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe GREATNESS AWAITS: Following its run on 11/11/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. R BERNARD: Following its run on 23/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. RUBYS REWARD: Following its run on 6/11/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Betting Forecast: 4-1 Faerie Cutlass (GB), 5-1 Greatness Awaits (IRE), 11-2 Melton Mossy (IRE), 13-2 Brownstone (IRE), 7-1 Myfanwy’s Magic (GB), 8-1 R Bernard (GB), 12-1 Pure Theatre (IRE), Rubys Reward (GB), 200-1 Maska du Morvan (FR), Dark Heather (IRE)
Race Summary:
MELTON MOSSY gained a fourth win of a very productive first half of the season here earlier in the month so Evan Williams’ 5-y-o is fancied to defy a 5lb rise at the expense of Greatness Awaits, who made an underwhelming start on the level for this yard recently but can get back on track returned to hurdles. Pure Theatre was out of her depth at Wincanton last time so completes the shortlist.
NEXT MEETING AT LUDLOW
Ludlow Racecourse would like to thank all racegoers for attending racing today and look forward to welcoming you back here on:
MONDAY 4TH DECEMBER
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LOCAL CONTRACTORS RACE DAY
MONDAY 25TH NOVEMBER 2024
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
PATRON
The Rt Hon. The Earl of Plymouth, D.L.
STEWARDS
Greg Pearson (Chief Steward)
Peter Heaton (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Michael Eyre, Ali Galliers-Pratt, Lauren Thomson
STARTERS
William Jordan
Lee Jones
JUDGE
Guy Lewis
CLERKS OF THE SCALES
Robert Cuthbert
EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Jane Southam
Jeremy Willis
Mel Baker
VETERINARY OFFICERS
David Freeman & Jessica Rainbow
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Graham Cook
Dr Chris Reece
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VETERINARY SURGEONS
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Naomi Cummings
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Cathryn Woodhall
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Mr D Williams
CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE
Viscount Boyne
COMMENTATOR
Martin Harris
BETTING RING MANAGER
Kevin Evans
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CLERK OF THE COURSE
Simon Sherwood
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Diane Thomas
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Mark Horner
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Tracy Price
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Penny Morris
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Tom Moreland
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Chris Booton
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Stuart Matthews
LUDLOW RACECOURSE
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The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicap races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.
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OWNERS INFORMATION
The Directors of Ludlow Race Club would like to welcome the Owners of all runners to today’s meeting and thank them for their support. There are designated facilities available for Owners as follows: OWNERS & TRAINERS BAR
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Mementos are presented to the winners of all races and the winning connections will be invited to partake in a glass (or two) of Champagne with one of the Directors after the race ASSISTANCE TO OWNERS:
Should any Owner require assistance, the Owners Hostess is Becky who can be contacted on 01584 856221 Alternatively you can contact: Simon Sherwood – General Manager & Clerk of the Course - 07836 215639
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