Ludlow Racecard - Wednesday 19th February by Weatherbys

THE SCENES BEHIND RACEDA

WEDNESDAY 19TH FEBRUARY Y

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME & FORM GUIDE

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GATES OPEN AT 11AM

COURSE WALK WITH SIMON SHERWOOD - 11.30AM

MEETING POINT : THE WINNERS ENCLOSURE

WEIGHING ROOM TOUR - 12.30PM

MEETING POINT : THE WINNERS ENCLOSURE

‘OLD RACING FRIENDS’ PARADE - 1PM

LOCATION: THE PARADE RING

VISIT DOWN AT THE START OF THE FIRST RACE -

MEETING POINT : THE WINNERS ENCLOSURE AT 1.30PM

FIRST RACE - 2PM

SADDLE A HORSE WITH HENRY DALY FOR RACE 3 MEETING POINT : SADDLING BOXES AT 2.45PM

JOCKEY DEMO - 2.30PM & 3.30PM LOCATION: RACING TO SCHOOL STAND, WINDSOR MARQUEE

THERE WILL BE ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT THE DAY IN THE WINDSOR MARQUEE INCLUDING JOCKEY SILK TRY ON, MEET THE VET, TACK TALK AND MORE! DON’T FORGET HOBBY HORSE RACING ON THE FAIRWAY GREEN TOO!

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Welcome to Ludlow Racecourse

Ludlow Race Club Ltd

Registered Office:

Ludlow Racecourse

Bromﬁeld

Ludlow Shropshire

SY8 2BT

Tel: 01584 856221

Many thanks to today's sponsors: the Watson family and the Curzon Family.

It will be good to see some young and more senior people engaging in the “Behind the Scenes” initiative to hopefully encourage more participation in racing careers and also for many to see how a raceday works, whether for the trainer/ jockey or racecourse. This is a new initiative for us, but I believe vital for the next generation to engage in this special sport. Many thanks to ZebraPR and Diane for setting this up. Please do go and have a look

Cheltenham is not far away, so do please come to our Cheltenham Review on the 8th March which will be lots of fun, with a different twist to it. We also have our Cheltenham Gold Cup day at the racecourse on the 14th; all can be booked on the Ludlow Racecourse web site.

Best Wishes,

Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)

CLUB ENCLOSURE

CLIVE

PLYMOUTH

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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 (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:

F O’BRIEN (25 wins from 148 runners, 17%) runs JOHN BARBOUR (2.00), HEREWEGOHONEY (3.05), LELOOPA (3.35).

H DALY (23 wins from 113 runners, 20%) runs KERSHAW COUNTY (2.00), REGAL RENAISSANCE (3.05).

N TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 129 runners, 16%) runs CHIEF SUNDAY (3.35), BALLYCAMUS (4.10).

V WILLIAMS (20 wins from 90 runners, 22%) runs OSTRAVA DU BERLAIS (3.05), SUPERVISOR (4.10).

A RALPH (18 wins from 107 runners, 17%) runs FOLLOWING CHAPTER (2.00), THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR (3.35).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D SKELTON (9 wins from 52 runners, 17%) runs SACRE COEUR (3.05).

V WILLIAMS (9 wins from 40 runners, 22%) runners listed above

E WILLIAMS (5 wins from 37 runners, 14%) runs FALCAO (2.00), CURRENT MOOD (3.05), BALKARDY (4.10), SEREN Y TEIGR (4.43), D’JO DELA BARRIERE (5.13).

P NICHOLLS (5 wins from 43 runners, 12%) runs KEEL STRAND (2.30).

B PAULING (5 wins from 22 runners, 23%) runs NO QUESTIONS ASKED (2.00), LOCH FRISA (2.30), WHATSUPWITHYOU (5.13).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:

SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (23 wins from 152 rides, 15%) rides KERSHAW COUNTY (2.00), SWIFT JET (2.30), REGAL RENAISSANCE (3.05), CHIEF SUNDAY (3.35), ELECTRIC JET (4.43).

JONATHAN BURKE (19 wins from 109 rides, 17%) rides JOHN BARBOUR (2.00), RASCAL (3.35), DUNSTALL RAMBLER (4.43).

NICO DE BOINVILLE (12 wins from 58 rides, 21%) rides DOCTOR MIDAS (2.30).

RICHARD PATRICK (11 wins from 77 rides, 14%) rides WELCHESTON WARRIER (2.00), HORS JEU (3.35).

TOM CANNON (10 wins from 38 rides, 26%) rides GAME ON FOR GLORY (3.05), MOON CHIME (3.35).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

HARRY COBDEN (6 wins from 38 rides, 16%) rides KEEL STRAND (2.30).

BRENDAN POWELL (6 wins from 29 rides, 21%) rides VOIX DE BOCELLI (4.43), SUPER SABRE SAM (5.13).

CHARLIE DEUTSCH (6 wins from 33 rides, 18%) rides THE DANCING LASS (2.00), OSTRAVA DU BERLAIS (3.05). SEAN BOWEN (6 wins from 45 rides, 13%) rides AMBERELLI (2.00), PIKE ROAD (2.30), CONTINUANCE (3.35), GLIMPSE OF GLORY (4.43).

BEN JONES (5 wins from 25 rides, 20%) rides NO QUESTIONS ASKED (2.00), LOCH FRISA (2.30).

LONGEST TRAVELLER

GAME ON FOR GLORY (3.05) trained by L Wadham, Newmarket, distance of 157 miles.

NOTE:

February.

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...

FIRST RACE 2.00

THE RACINGTV MEMBERS DAY EBF

‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (Qualiﬁer) (GBB RACE)

about

TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)

for novice four, ﬁve, six and seven yrs old

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 novice four, five, six and seven yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, February 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o, 6-y-o and 7-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly given £1000 towards the prize money for this race Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 8th, 2025. 24 entries at £40. - Closed February 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) No Horse Age st lb

1 NO QUESTIONS ASKED (IRE) (13) 7 12 0

Ch g Ask - Fancy Fashion (IRE)

Owner: Newton Ldp Ltd

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Jerry O’Connor

Jockey: Ben Jones

Form: 16-1312 D

Sponsor:Newton LDP Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed useful form in bumpers last term and, save for his odds-on reverse at Doncaster in November, he’s otherwise done nothing wrong in 4 starts in this sphere. Fine second in a Listed novice at Huntingdon (19.6f, good to soft) last time and likely to prove very hard to beat here. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 138

2 CAPTAIN TRIGGER (GB) (12)

B g Telescope (IRE) - Pearl Buttons

Owner: B Jones & Son

Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Breeder: W. P. Jenks

5 11 2

Jockey: Charlie Price (3)

Form: 6

Sponsor:B Jones & Sons Tar Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 4 winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Captain Cattistock and fairly useful hurdler/chase winner King’s Threshold. However, he hardly shaped like a ready-made future winner himself on debut in a Bangor novice hurdle Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

3 FALCAO (FR) (39)

B g Kamsin (GER) - Quintalea (FR)

Owner: Mrs Janet Davies

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: EARL Haras Du Luy

5 11 2

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Form: 0

Sponsor:Prysg Cyf

TIMEFORM VIEW Equipped with a tongue strap (discarded here), he trailed in a well-beaten last of 7 on debut in a Ffos Las bumper last month. Will need to leave that form well behind if he’s to make an impact now switched to hurdles. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 FOLLOWING CHAPTER (GB) (45)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Following Mama (IRE)

Owner: Mrs D. J. Ralph

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs D J Ralph

5 11 2

Jockey: Ciaran Gethings

Form: 05

Sponsor:Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW No real impact in a couple of spins at Chepstow so far and this 5-y-o is probably more one for handicaps further down the line Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

5 JOHN BARBOUR (GB) (48)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Lindeman (IRE)

Owner: Old Gold Racing 26

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

6 11 2

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 314 D

Sponsor:Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start for new yard when, fitted with a first-time tongue strap, he accounted for 7 rivals in a Uttoxeter bumper in November Too free when fourth of 12 at Huntingdon next time but, if settling better this time and jumping fluently, he could be a live each-way player on hurdles debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 TRACKING TREASURE (IRE) (14) 5

Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Gail Borden (IRE)

Owner: Treasure Hunters

Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Breeder: Kevin Purﬁeld

11 2

Jockey: Stan Sheppard

Form: 46003

TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced both starts in points and failed to beat a rival in a bumper at Fairyhouse in November. Bettered hurdles/yard debut form when third in a 7-runner C&D novice a fortnight ago but the value of that form is questionable and another minor role is the most likely scenario

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 WELCHESTON WARRIER (GB) (10)

B g Mukhadram - Toubeera

Owner: C & C Boultbee Brooks

Trainer: Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope

Breeder: Boultbee Brooks Ltd

5 11 2

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Form: 0-6B

Sponsor:Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little sole start in bumpers and only minor promise when sixth of 11 in novice at Worcester on hurdles bow in October Subsequently brought down at the ﬁnal ﬂight in a Chepstow novice recently (was well held at this time of his departure) and it’s best to look elsewhere. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

8 AMBERELLI (GB) (253)

Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Amber Cloud

Owner: Peel Racing Syndicate

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr W. Kinsey

5 10 9

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Form: 04

Sponsor:FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEWShowedmoresparkthanonherhurdlesdebutwhenfourthina14-runnerSouthwellmaiden(20.4f,good)inJune,shaping very much like a stayer Dropping in trip here won’t do her any favours but this is presumably a means to an end with handicaps in mind. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

9 KERSHAW COUNTY (GB) (50)

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Kalifornia (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Christine Graves

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Vintner Stud

5 10 9

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 0

Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW First form of a bumper winner, half-sister to fairly useful 21f hurdle winner Clarendon Street out of useful chaser (2 1/4m-2 1/2m winner, stayed 2 3/4m) Carrigeen Kalmia. However, she shaped with little encouragement on debut in a Uttoxeter bumper Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

10 THE DANCING LASS (GB) (26)

B m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Leighton Lass

Owner: Mr & Mrs Mark Laws

Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

5 10 9

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch

Form: 600

TIMEFORM VIEW No show in a bumper nor 2 starts over hurdles to date

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: ROSSBRIDGE (IRE) 5 11 0 Theo Gillard 12-1 (Donald McCain) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 5.

Betting Forecast: 1-2 No Questions Asked (IRE), 9-2 John Barbour (GB), 12-1 Tracking Treasure (IRE), 25-1 Amberelli (GB), 40-1 Kershaw County (GB), 50-1 Following Chapter (GB), Welcheston Warrier (GB), 66-1 Falcao (FR), 300-1 Captain Trigger (GB), 500-1 The Dancing Lass (GB)

Race Summary:

A straightforward task awaits NO QUESTIONS ASKED, who split a couple of useful-looking novices when runner-up in Listed company recently and a reproduction of that effort would be more than sufficient. Bumper winner John Barbour could be the one to follow him home if his jumping passes the test, while Tracking Treasure is taken to again ﬁnish third, having done so over this C&D two weeks ago

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SECOND RACE 2.30

THE LUKE WATSON MEMORIAL

MAIDEN HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 174yds) for maiden ﬁve 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 ﬁve yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Weights: 11st 6lb each Mares allowed 7lb The Watson family have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 14 entries at £40. - Closed February 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80)

No Horse Age st lb

1 BOLD RECRUIT (IRE) (65) 6

B g Champs Elysees - Berties Sister (IRE)

Owner: Hip Flask Racing (MR)

Trainer: Billy Aprahamian, Towcester

Breeder: Kilfeacle Stud

11 6

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan

Form: 32-2223

Sponsor:Fairfax & Favor Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both completed starts in points and has ﬁnished in the money on each of his 4 starts under Rules, too. Shaped as though this stiffer test would be right up his street when third upped to 20.5f at Plumpton last time and a bold show could be on the way

2 DOCTOR MIDAS (FR) (69)

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Thea (GER)

Owner: West Coast Haulage Limited

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Fontaine

RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 113

5 11 6

Jockey: Nico de Boinville

Form: 55 Sponsor:Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Only ﬁfth of 11 when sent off favourite in Haydock bumper last spring and safely held on return/ hurdles bow at Warwick (21f, soft). That said, he is in very good hands and it could be that this stiffer test will be just what he needs.

3 KEEL STRAND (FR) (64)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Avoca Dancer (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. J. Vogt

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Haras Le Gue

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5 11 6

Jockey: Harry Cobden

Form: 204

Sponsor:Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points last spring and stepped up on his low-key Rules debut effort in a bumper when fourth of 13 starting out over hurdles at Wincanton (19.8f, soft) in December. Good deal more needed here but this step up in trip is well worth exploring.

4 LOCH FRISA (IRE) (23)

B g Milan - Duplicate Daughter (IRE)

Owner: Mr T. P. Radford

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Miss Susan O’Gorman

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5 11 6

Jockey: Ben Jones

Form: 04

Sponsor:Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Just minor promise in a Southwell bumper/Plumpton maiden hurdle to date and handicaps will presumably be on the agenda before long. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5 PIKE ROAD (GB) (19)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Ile de See (FR)

Owner: Mr Roger Harrison

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: Greenlands Farm Stud

6 11 6

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Form: 2-0225

Sponsor:FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point and in maiden hurdles at Worcester and Uttoxeter before ﬁnishing ﬁfth of 8 switched to handicap company at Catterick (25.3f, good to soft) last time Solid claims back in a maiden and reunited with Sean Bowen. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112

6 QUEENSLAND BOY (IRE) (52)

B g Australia - Queen of France (USA)

Owner: Letsgiveitago

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder: Coolmore

5 11 6

Jockey: Charlie Todd

Form: Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice on the Flat and he’s certainly bred for this game but it’s been a struggle since he registered his latest win on the level at Nottingham last spring. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

7 SWIFT JET (IRE) (26)

B g Jet Away - April Joy (IRE)

Owner: Halsall, Jensen, Lukas & Purves

Trainer: Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Breeder: G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim

7 11 6

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 40-5

Sponsor:Tori Global

TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten a long way on Rules debut in an Exeter bumper last February but there was promise in his reappearance/hurdles debut ﬁfth at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft), particularly with staying handicaps in mind. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: MONKS MEADOW (IRE) 6 11 6 Tom Bellamy EVENS (Emma Lavelle) 10 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. Stewards Note:

BOLD RECRUIT: Following its run on 16/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Betting Forecast: 9-4 Bold Recruit (IRE), 5-2 Pike Road (GB), 11-2 Doctor Midas (FR), 8-1 Keel Strand (FR), 10-1 Swift Jet (IRE), 22-1 Loch Frisa (IRE), 25-1 Queensland Boy (IRE)

Race Summary: It’s probably fair to say PIKE ROAD didn’t improve on his maiden hurdle form when ﬁfth on handicap debut at Catterick but that was still a decent effort and he shades preference ahead of Bold Recruit. Big-yard representatives Doctor Midas and Keel Strand may both step up on what they’ve shown so far now faced with a stiffer test, while Swift Jet could also have a part to play.

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THIRD RACE 3.05

THE FINNEGAN AMBASSADOR MARES’ HANDICAP

STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Mares’ Chase

Series Qualiﬁer) (GBB RACE)

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards mares

Total prize fund

£13000 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 ﬁve yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th.

Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Finnegan Ambassador have generously supported the prize fund for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race All horses which ﬁnish in the ﬁrst eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of about Three Miles About One and a Half Furlongs (3m 1f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 17th April 2025. 10 entries, 1 at £10 and 9 at £50 - Closed February 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5251; Second £2625; Third £1313; Fourth £657; Fifth £328. (Penalty Value £6865.30)

No Horse Age st lb

1 SACRE COEUR (FR) (25)

Gr m Montmartre (FR) - Singaporette (FR)

Owner: Dick and Mandy Higgins

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie

9 12 0

Jockey: Harry Atkins (7)

Form: 212P42 C D

Sponsor:Ladbrokes,TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants)

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time handicap chase winner last season and back to best when making all at Plumpton (25.7f, good to soft) in November Gave it a good shot when second in a 4-runner handicap dropped to 2m at Uttoxeter last time and she’s fully effective over this intermediate trip Big player. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 130

2 GAME ON FOR GLORY (IRE) (33)

B m Fame And Glory - Jeunopse (IRE)

Owner: Mr James Summers

Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

Breeder: Miss N. Carberry

9 11 9

Jockey: Tom Cannon

Form: 132-41U CD

Sponsor:Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account over C&D last term and left reappearance behind in reapplied headgear when winning a 13-runner handicap at Cheltenham (20.6f, good to soft) in December. However, a degree of caution is needed following an errant display at Windsor last time (refused and unseated rider). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

3 HAPPY D’EX (FR) (432)

Gr m Saddler Maker (IRE) - Soiree d’Ex (FR)

Owner: Mr Graham Wilson

Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon

Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee

8 11 0

Jockey: Sean Houlihan

Form: 322/6P6- D

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper and dual hurdles winner for Gordon Elliott. Wasn’t disgraced on debut for new yard at Cheltenham but that was back in December 2023 and subsequent absence is cause for concern.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 116

4 HEREWEGOHONEY (IRE) (55)

Br m Sageburg (IRE) - Knappogue Honey (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XVII

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Katie McCarthy

9 10 13

Jockey: Tom Broughton (5)

Form: 10-0F4P

Sponsor:Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled her tally over fences when winning a Market Rasen handicap in July 2023. However, she hasn’t gone on from that effort since and was pulled up on her latest start on Boxing Day.

115

5 REGAL RENAISSANCE (GB) (31)

B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Aisance (FR)

Owner: Ludlow Racing Partnership

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh

7 10 12

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 2-24146 C D

Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable mare who resumed winning ways in a 7-runner handicap chase at Warwick in November and followed that with a creditable fourth in the Cheltenham contest won by Game On For Glory. Underperformed at Fakenham last time but her consistent proﬁle offers hope that she will bounce back quickly

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 114

6 OSTRAVA DU BERLAIS (FR) (31) 7

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Crystal du Berlais (FR)

Owner: Mrs J. Jones

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: S.A.R.L. Haras Du Berlais & Ballantines

10 8

Jockey: Charlie Deutsch

Form: 5-21150 C

Sponsor:Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Positive start over fences, ﬁnishing second on debut in this sphere at Warwick in November before scoring here (2m) and at Taunton (2 1/4m) in December However, she appears to have gone off the boil since and remains 6lb above her latest winning mark.

7 CURRENT MOOD (GB) (14)

Ch m Sulamani (IRE) - Lambrini Queen

Owner: Mr W Corrigan Racing

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Halewood International Ltd

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

10 10 2

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Form: 6-51324 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Better for return when capitalising on a much-reduced mark over fences at this course (23.8f, good to soft) in October Creditable efforts in defeat back here the last twice and she will be a threat if the ﬁrst-time cheekpieces help eke out a little more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

8 RIVER ROBE (IRE) (14)

B m Imperial Monarch (IRE) - The River (IRE)

Owner: Mr Andrew Gough

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Jimmy Coffey

Jockey: James Best

Form: 564450

Sponsor:SJD Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start for Dan Skelton in a handicap hurdle at Market Rasen last summer but she’s 0-9 for present yard and hasn’t ﬁred in 4 starts over fences to date 19lb ‘wrong’ at the weights.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 7. Hood worn by No 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.

Betting Forecast:

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 85

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

9-4 Sacre Coeur (FR), 7-2 Regal Renaissance (GB), 5-1 Current Mood (GB), 11-2 Game On For Glory (IRE), 7-1 Ostrava du Berlais (FR), 33-1 Herewegohoney (IRE), 50-1 Happy d’Ex (FR), 100-1 River Robe (IRE)

Race Summary:

The change of tactics probably didn’t help REGAL RENAISSANCE at Fakenham and it would be no surprise whatsoever to see this consistent 7-y-o get back on track in what should be a strongly-run race She gets the nod ahead of Sacre Coeur, who lost little caste in defeat at Uttoxeter and a reproduction of that effort would put her ﬁrmly in the picture. Current Mood also enters calculations.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

FOURTH RACE 3.35

THE MICHAEL LUMSDEN MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds) for 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 four 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 £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race THE HENLEY HALL GOLD CUP presented by the late Captain J M G Lumsden, to be held by the winning owner until 31st December 2024 14 entries at £40. - Closed February 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

1 THE HARDEST GEEZER (IRE) (42)

Br g Malinas (GER) - Lis Goold (IRE)

Owner: Gwent Holdings Limited

Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Breeder: Donal Murphy

6 12 0

Jockey: Sean Houlihan

Form: 10-451 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Advanced his form to get off the mark over hurdles in 12-runner novice at Taunton (16.5f, soft) 42 days ago Should have more to offer now going into handicaps. A likely player.

2 MOON CHIME (GB) (108)

B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Bella (FR)

Owner: DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

7 11 12

Jockey: Tom Cannon

Form: 13311-4 D

Trainer: David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold

Breeder: Peel Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper winner who boasts a largely progressive proﬁle over hurdles, scoring twice last term. Shaped well on his return when fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (17.2f, good to soft) in November and very much one to consider here on the back of a breathing op Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 116

3 HORS JEU (FR) (22)

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Belmiesque (FR)

Owner: C & C Boultbee Brooks

Trainer: Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope

Breeder: Mr Jean-Charles Escale

5 11 11

Jockey: Richard Patrick

Form: 4-124P

Sponsor:Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful 17f hurdles winner in France last spring but he’s yet to ﬁre in two runs here this winter, pulled up in Chepstow handicap last month. Has it to prove now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 115

4 CHIEF SUNDAY (FR) (35)

B g Tunis (POL) - Templiere (FR)

Owner: Options O Syndicate

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Severine Sourd & Come Ligerot

5 11 9

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: 00-4411 D

Sponsor:Options Energy Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive type who made it 2-4 this season in 11-runner handicap hurdle at Hereford (16.2f, good to soft) 35 days ago, just holding on. Up 4lb but not taken lightly in his hat-trick bid. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 113

5 LELOOPA (IRE) (99)

B m Wings of Eagles (FR) - Walktheﬁrth (IRE)

Owner: Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd

5 11 6

Jockey: Tom Broughton (5)

Form: 564211 D

Sponsor:Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish import who has improved with each of her 4 starts since switched to hurdles for new yard, making all in mares’ hurdles at Hereford and Huntingdon. Off for 99 days but remains very much one to consider on her handicap bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

6 THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR (GB) (35) 9

B g Dunaden (FR) - Cloudy Spirit

Owner: Mrs Norma Harris

Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth

Breeder: Mrs Norma Harris

11 4

Jockey: Tristan Durrell (3)

Form: 22-1366 CD

Sponsor:Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who recorded a respectable sixth of 11 to Chief Sunday in handicap hurdle at Hereford (16.2f, good to soft) 35 days ago Ought to be in the shake-up again eased 1lb

7 WASTHATOK (GB) (15)

B g Mount Nelson - Kassis

Owner: Mr R. L Baker

Trainer: Kerry Lee, Presteigne

Breeder: Mrs J. A. Thomas

7 11 3

Jockey: Liam Harrison

Form: 51/526-0

Sponsor:Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful ex-Irish 2m hurdles winner in 2023. Only twice raced for current yard since and a well-held eighth in 2m Taunton handicap 15 days ago Needs to build on it.

8 RASCAL (GB) (265)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Fairy Theatre (IRE)

Owner: Sharon Nelson & Vicki Robinson

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: Jeremy MacTaggart

7 11 1

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 31020-6

Sponsor:HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning 2m hurdler but he’s been off for 8 months since a well-held sixth of 9 in 2m4f Ffos Las handicap Needs to hit the ground running on his comeback. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 105

9 CONTINUANCE (GB) (64)

B g Postponed (IRE) - Caravela (IRE)

Owner: Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 21

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: Jon and Julia Aisbitt

4 10 3

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Form: 1Pr

Sponsor:FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner who struck at the ﬁrst time of asking over hurdles at Sedgeﬁeld in October Running well (still in front) when running out approaching 2 out in Catterick juvenile in December Not ruled out on his handicap bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn by No 1, 9.

Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast: 10-3 Leloopa (IRE), 9-2 Moon Chime (GB), 5-1 The Hardest Geezer (IRE), 13-2 Continuance (GB), 15-2 Chief Sunday (FR), 8-1 Thankyourluckystar (GB), 20-1 Rascal (GB), 40-1 Hors Jeu (FR), Wasthatok (GB)

Race Summary:

MOON CHIME returns from a break on a handy-looking mark and with his yard going well he is fancied to bag a third success in this sphere at the chief expense of hat-trick seeking Chief Sunday. C&D winner Thankyourluckystars and handicap debutants The Hardest Geezer and Continuance also need factoring into this competitive hurdle

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MOON CHIME 2.CHIEF SUNDAY (FR) 3.THANKYOURLUCKYSTAR

THERESULT

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FIFTH RACE 4.10

THE HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES

AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 3) (for the POW Challenge Trophy) (GBB

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards

RACE)

Total prize fund £15000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7450 to the winning horse The second to receive £3727, the third £1861, the fourth £933 and the ﬁfth £465. for ﬁve 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. February 17th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race The Challenge Trophy, a bronze statuette of His Royal Highness The Prince Of Wales riding Alibar to be held by the winning owner until 31st December 2025 The Amateur Jockeys Association of Great Britain will present a memento to the winning rider 7 entries at £50 - Closed February 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6476; Second £3239; Third £1619; Fourth £810; Fifth £405. (Penalty Value £7450.50)

1 BALLYCAMUS (IRE) (33)

B g Presenting - Dotchenka (FR)

Owner: Mrs Caroline Beresford-Wylie

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Thomas James

8 12 0

Jockey: Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (3)

Form: 22-531P D

Sponsor:Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in a 5-runner Windsor handicap (24.2f, good to soft) in December Struggled back at the same course last month but the return to a small-ﬁeld scenario may help and his rider boasts a good strike rate when partnering chasers.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122

2 BACK ON THE LASH (GB) (28)

B g Malinas (GER) - Giovanna

Owner: Maughan, Redknapp, Ryan, Salters

Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr R. Phillips

11 11 11

Jockey: Mr Freddie Keighley (7)

Form: 0-P03U3 CD

Sponsor:FBC Manby Bowdler

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Cross-Country winner at Cheltenham who returned to form when third back there in November. However, his record is distinctly patchy and while he wasn’t disgraced with cheekpieces reﬁtted at Catterick last time, others make more appeal.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119

3 CHAMPAGNE MYSTERY (IRE) (94)

B g Shantou (USA) - Spanker

Owner: The Franglais Partnership

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: Catridge Farm Stud and Burgage Stud

11 11 10

Jockey: Mr Tommie M. O’Brien

Form: 53F-000

Sponsor:HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Campaigned primarily in France in recent years. Well held in a trio of Auteuil handicap chases during the autumn but he’s dangerous to discount returned to these shores on a potentially handy mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118

4 KELCE (IRE) (55)

B g Valirann (FR) - Joleen (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. S. Cresswell

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: James Robinson

7 11 7

Jockey: Miss Gina Andrews

Form: 0-P221F D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved switched to fences with cheekpieces applied, easily getting off the mark in handicap at Market Rasen (3m, soft) in December. Looked booked for second when falling at the last at same course last time and another bold show likely Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115

5 SUPERVISOR (IRE) (9)

B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Coolamaine Star (IRE)

Owner: Miss V. M. Williams

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Vincent & Sinead Finn

11 11 7

Jockey: Miss Lucy Turner

Form: 2416-2U CD

Sponsor:Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner last season, including over this C&D, and returned with a solid performance when runner-up in 4-runner event at Warwick (3m, soft) in December Parted company with his rider at the ﬁrst fence at Plumpton recently but will have a chance granted a clear round back here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115

6 BALKARDY (FR) (16)

Ch g Balko (FR) - Kalimnos (FR)

Owner: Mr W. J. Evans

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Mr Hugo Merienne & Mr Yann Hamon

8 11 3

Jockey: Miss Eleanor Williams (7)

Form: P-15300 D

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed handicap chase at Stratford in October but generally below par since and needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 111

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: ROCKINASTORM (IRE) 7 10 7 Miss Gina Andrews 13-8 (Henry Daly) 6 ran Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 3.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 6.

Betting Forecast:

7-4 Kelce (IRE), 9-2 Champagne Mystery (IRE), 11-2 Supervisor (IRE), 13-2 Ballycamus (IRE), 7-1 Back On The Lash (GB), 12-1 Balkardy (FR)

Race Summary:

It’s easy to forgive the usually reliable BALLYCAMUS for a below-par display at Windsor last month and he can provide Toby McCain-Mitchell with another winning ride in this sphere. Kelce has done little wrong over fences this season and he rates the main danger ahead of Champagne Mystery

THERESULT

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

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SHUTTLE BUS

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SIXTH RACE 4.43

THE JOIN RACINGTV NOW NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

about TWO MILES (1m 7f 212yds)

for novice ﬁve yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8000 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 ﬁve yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, February 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 10 entries at £30. - Closed February 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

1 ELECTRIC JET (IRE) (139)

Ch g Jet Away - Cherry Island (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Ms Cecily Purcell

6 12 0

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

Form: F4-F305

Sponsor:JMH Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in an Irish point and made the frame on his first 3 completed starts over hurdles. Also shaped well on his chasing debut when fifth of 13 in handicap at Southwell (20.4f, good to firm) in October so needs considering after a break. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98

2 DUNSTALL RAMBLER (IRE) (64)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Toungara (FR)

Owner: Mr Simon W. Clarke

Trainer: Tom George, Slad

Breeder: Simon W. Clarke

7 11 11

Jockey: Jonathan Burke

Form: 2-0U351 D

Sponsor:HBA Media

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark in 8-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (15.7f, soft) in December Scored readily there so he has to be taken seriously despite a 5lb rise Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

3 GLIMPSE OF GLORY (GB) (78)

B g Passing Glance - Dauphine Ereine (FR)

Owner: Martin Broughton & Friends 1

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Peel Bloodstock

5 11 10

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Form: 32-2000

Sponsor:Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler who wasn’t disgraced when seventh of 16 in handicap at Southwell (20.4f, soft) 78 days ago Goes chasing now with blinkers added. Likely to be in the mix. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96

4 VOIX DE BOCELLI (GB) (15)

B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - World Class

Owner: The HCK Syndicate

Trainer: Henrietta C Knight, Wantage

Breeder: Deerﬁeld Farm

5 11 7

Jockey: Brendan Powell

Form: 0F4630

Sponsor:Plyvine Catering Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in France for Francois Nicolle but boasts a mixed record under various codes for present stable Reverts to fences and others appeal more. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93

5 HAZARD COLLONGES (FR) (19)

B g Coastal Path - Prouesse Collonges (FR)

Owner: Mr Jos Lovegrove-Fielden

Trainer: Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

Breeder: G.A.E.C. Delorme Freres

8 11 0

Jockey: James Davies

Form: 442425

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for ﬁrst success but arrives in decent nick, ﬁfth of 7 in handicap chase at Catterick (15.7f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Place claims from a 3lb lower mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84

6 SEREN Y TEIGR (IRE) (24)

Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Belle of The Lodge (IRE)

Owner: Mr Gary Hopkins

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Michael Higgins

6 10 3

Jockey: Adam Wedge

Form: 026P0F

Sponsor:Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but he was still in fourth when fell 2 out in handicap chase at Sedgeﬁeld (16.4f, soft) 24 days ago. Blinkers replace visor now. No forlorn hope.

7 HAAFBACK (GB) (64)

B g Haafhd - Roberta Back (IRE)

Owner: Mrs M. J. Arnold

Trainer: Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Breeder: Jane Arnold

7 10 2

Jockey: James Best

Form: 02-01U0 CD

Sponsor:Coombs Group

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in November but only seventh of 8 to Dunstall Rambler in handicap chase at Wincanton (15.7f, soft) 64 days ago Has since had a wind op and needs it to spark a resurgence.

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: THATZA DAZZLER 6 10 5 Connor Brace 20-1 (David Brace) 10 ran

Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No 3, 6.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Betting Forecast:

9-4 Dunstall Rambler (IRE), 4-1 Electric Jet (IRE), 5-1 Glimpse of Glory (GB), 11-2 Hazard Collonges (FR), 12-1 Voix de Bocelli (GB), 16-1 Seren Y Teigr (IRE), 18-1 Haafback (GB)

Race Summary:

Charlie Longsdon’s ELECTRIC JET made a promising start in this sphere when ﬁfth at Southwell and could prove the answer in a tricky-looking handicap Chasing newcomer Glimpse of Glory could emerge as the main danger, with Wincanton scorer Dunstall Rambler and the consistent Hazard Collonges also ﬁrmly in the picture.

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.

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £174,120 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 28th March 2025

RICHARD DAVIS AWARD

For the Top Conditional Jockey riding at Cheltenham, Chepstow, Hereford, Ludlow, Stratford, Warwick and Worcester during the period 4th May 2024 - 26th April 2025 (Sponsored by the Cheltenham & Three Counties Race Club)

Scoring: a Winner 10 points, a Second 7 points, a Third 4 points, a Fourth 2 points

1stDylan Johnson 129 pts

2nd Freddie Gingell 97 pts

3rdJames Turner 91 pts

4th Jack Hogan 85 pts

5th= Callum Pritchard 63 pts

5th= Caolin Quinn 63 pts

Richard Davis was a talented jump jockey tragically killed in a fall over fences in 1996. This award is named in his memory.

SEVENTH RACE 5.13

THE BEHIND THE SCENES RACEDAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds) for 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 four 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 £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 19 entries at £40. - Closed February 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)

1 WHATSUPWITHYOU (IRE) (16)

B g Shantou (USA) - Whats Up Britta (IRE)

Owner: Co-Foundations Ltd

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Stone Electrical Ltd

11 12 0

Jockey: Elliott England (10)

Form: 22-2003 CD

Sponsor:Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was tried in different headgear when a solid third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, soft) 16 days ago Can go well again from an easing mark for his in-form yard

2 HALONDO (FR) (22)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Rive Gauche (FR)

Owner: Charlton Haynes

Trainer: Harriet Dickin, Midford

Breeder: Thierry Cypres

8 11 13

Jockey: Ben Poste

Form: 14/243-P D

Sponsor:Clay Street Property Consultants

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler for Olly Murphy. Good third at Warwick for his new yard in April but had wind surgery/off 9 months before pulled up in 2m3f Chepstow handicap 22 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 119

3 STONE’S THROW (GB) (32)

B g Dartmouth - Stickee Fingers

Owner: Miss S. Pilkington

Trainer: Billy Aprahamian, Towcester

Breeder: Shade Oak Stud & Mr D. Jenks

5 11 7

Jockey: Gavin Sheehan

Form: 1344

Sponsor:Fairfax & Favor Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut bumper winner for Paul Webber Failed to progress from an encouraging hurdling debut when fourth in novices at Uttoxeter and Taunton but remains with potential now stepping up in trip on his handicap bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

4 SUPER SABRE SAM (GB) (31)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Angie Marinie

Owner: Mr D. V. Stevens

Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Breeder: Shade Oak Stud

6 11 6

Jockey: Brendan Powell

Form: 6F6-103

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a 19f Fontwell maiden in October and posted a good third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Windsor (20f, good to soft) 31 days ago, despite needing a stiffer test. A likely player off an unchanged mark for yard among the winners. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 112

5 D’JO DELA BARRIERE (FR) (16)

B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Morning Rose (GER)

Owner: BAYTREE

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Mrs Joselita Planchenault

6 11 4

Jockey: Isabel Williams (3)

Form: 401450

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in novice hurdle at Hereford in November but failed to take to fences and only eighth of 11 back in this sphere in handicap at Southwell (20.4f, soft) 16 days ago Needs to get back on track.

Star Rating

6 ZACONY REBEL (IRE) (63)

B g Getaway (GER) - Bay Rebel (IRE)

Owner: Julia Mansﬁeld

Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

Breeder: Brendan Walsh

10 11 4

Jockey: James Best

Form: 0U55-05 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles/chase winner who was largely disappointing during a light 2023/24 campaign for Toby Lawes. Better effort for present yard when a fair ﬁfth of 8 in handicap at Ludlow in December Needs to build on that.

7 MIDNIGHT GINGER (GB) (22)

Ch m Midnight Legend - Calamintha

Owner: Mr A. V. John

Trainer: Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

Breeder: Pitchall Stud

9 11 4

Jockey: Jay Tidball (5)

Form: 43-3664

Sponsor:Andy Martin Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner last January and arrives in good nick in this sphere, fourth of 11 in handicap at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy) 22 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts.

8 SAUNTON SURF (IRE) (39) 6 11 2

B m Sea Moon - Carrigmoorna Fame (IRE)

Owner: Jim and Claire Limited

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Michael Veale

Jockey: Daire Davis (7)

Form: 550-25F

Sponsor:1Account Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Bradley Gibbs in 2023. Made a positive start to this season when runner-up at Lingﬁeld (23f) and running well (in second) when fell last in 2m4f Ffos Las handicap last month. Considered. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 108

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: CANTY BAY (IRE) 7 11 11 Tom Bellamy 5-2 (Emma Lavelle) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 2.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Saunton Surf (IRE), 7-2 Super Sabre Sam (GB), 9-2 Whatsupwithyou (IRE), 7-1 Stone’s Throw (GB), 15-2 Midnight Ginger (GB), 12-1 Zacony Rebel (IRE), 33-1 D’Jo Dela Barriere (FR), 40-1 Halondo (FR)

Race Summary:

A case can be made for a few of these but SUPER SABRE SAM rates the pick of the weights and with this stiffer test of stamina also a plus he gets the vote The reliable C&D scorer Whatsupwithyou heads the list of dangers, although Midnight Ginger and Saunton Surf can also have a say in this competitive handicap

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SUPER SABRE SAM 2.WHATSUPWITHYOU (IRE) 3.MIDNIGHT GINGER

THERESULT

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:

THURSDAY 27TH FEBRUARY

GOOD FRIDAY APRIL 18th

WEDNESDAY 19TH FEBRUARY 2025

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

PATRON

The Rt Hon. The Earl of Plymouth, D.L.

STEWARDS

Guy Upton (Chief Steward)

Caroline Robinson (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Nathan Green, Margaret Groves, Louise Moore

STARTERS

William Jordan

Sophia Upton

JUDGE

Nick Bostock

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Robert Cuthbert & Alex Porter

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Joanna Vickers

Rachel Barnett

Louise Neale

VETERINARY OFFICER

Kate Maxwell

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Graham Cook

Dr Chris Reece

Dr Philip Pritchard

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Graham N Potts, BVetMed, MRCVS

John Campbell, BVMS, MRCVS

Anne Gibbs, MRCVS

NURSES

Gilly Forde

Karen Blackwood

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Cathryn Woodhall

FARRIER

Mr D Williams

CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE

Viscount Boyne

COMMENTATOR

David Fitzgerald

BETTING RING MANAGER

Kevin Evans

COURSE OFFICIALS

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Simon Sherwood

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Diane Thomas

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

Mark Horner

ACCOUNTANT

Tracy Price

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Penny Morris

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Tom Moreland

SECURITY OFFICER

Chris Booton

CATERING MANAGER

Stuart Matthews

LUDLOW RACECOURSE

Bromfield, Ludlow, SY8 2BT

Racecourse Office: The office is situated in the Members’ Enclosure.

T: 01584 856221

E: mail@ludlowracecourse.co.uk

W: www.ludlowracecourse.co.uk

HANDICAPPER

Mark Olley

IMPORTANT NOTICES

ADMISSION BADGES

We would be grateful if all racegoers (annual & day members, owners and trainers) would prominently display their badges at all times. Thank you for your co-operation.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY AT ALL BRITISH RACECOURSES

Admission to the racecourse is subject to the right of the Racecourse Executive to refuse admission to or to expel any racegoer whose behaviour is considered by it to constitute or to be likely to lead to unruly behaviour. 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 It is forbidden to take a drink or food into racecourse enclosures other than picnic areas Racegoers must abide by any regulations, including the observance of designated no-drinking areas and standards of dress

DRESS CODE

Please note that a smart casual dress code is to be adhered to in the Club Enclosure. Shorts and sports clothing are not permitted throughout this enclosure

ABANDONMENT POLICY

In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges & tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances:

a) Abandonment before completion of the first race: Full Refund

b) Abandonment before completion of the third race: 50% Refund

c) Abandonment thereafter: No Refund Refunds cannot be made on the day.

All refunds must be claimed within 28 days of the meeting.

To obtain a refund, racegoers must send their ticket with full name and address details to: Ludlow Race Club Ltd., Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2BT

CANTER DOWN/AMBULANCE TRACK

Members of the public are not permitted on this area at any time during racing.

HORSE WELFARE

“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider” At Ludlow Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks as far as possible. We aim to deal quickly and humanely with injured horses and to maintain the highest quality of veterinary care We have three Equine Veterinary Surgeons in attendance at all meetings who are responsible for the welfare of all horses in action One Veterinary Surgeon follows the race in the centre of the course and can attend a horse with the same response time as the Paramedic teams responsible for the jockeys. It is our policy to erect screens around any injured horse requiring Veterinary attention on the racecourse. This is designed to provide privacy for the Veterinary Surgeons, the patient and connections Please do not assume the worst.

LUDLOW CLUB ROOM

The Ludlow Club Room on the ground floor of the Plymouth Stand is for the Exclusive use of the holders of Ludlow Annual Members Metal Badges and Ludlow Annual Members Guest Badges only.

COURSE CROSSINGS

In the interests of Safety would members of the public please note that when the order “Jockey Mount” is given they must clear the course ready for the horses leaving the paddock and going to the start.

VIEWING ON COURSE

Would all patrons please note that while any race is in progress no person is allowed on the course except Racecourse Ground Staff and First Aid Attendants. All other persons must stay behind the running rails. THIS INCLUDES OWNERS, TRAINERS, JOCKEYS, PRESS and PHOTOGRAPHERS.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

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.

For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

PUBLIC EVACUATION

PROCEDURE PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

In the unlikely event that the racecourse buildings need to be evacuated please read the following information for your own safety. The Racecourse Management will only take such action if an emergency situation arises such as a FIRE or BOMB THREAT and all decisions taken will place public safety as a priority. If an evacuation is necessary the following announcement will be made over the PA system:

“THIS IS A SECURITY MESSAGE. IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PERSONS TO LEAVE THE RACECOURSE BUILDINGS AND WALK TO THE GOLF COURSE IN THE CENTRE OF THE COURSE”.

Unless otherwise instructed ALL members of the public will be evacuated to this area There will be NO access to either the Annual Members or Owners & Trainers Car Parks. No vehicles will be allowed to leave the site until allowed by the Police so as to keep surrounding roads clear for Emergency vehicles In the event that the evacuation is cancelled or it is safe for the public to return a further announcement will be made At all times the Management and Staff will try and keep you informed Thank you for your co-operation.

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

Situated in the Clive Pavilion adjacent to the Owners & Trainers entrance this offers full Bar facilities and complimentary tea and coffee. There is also direct access from this bar to the Clive Carvery from where Tea, Coffee, Snacks and Meals can be purchased WINNING CONNECTIONS

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

2025

Thursday 27th February

Thursday 20th March

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Wednesday 23rd April

Sunday 11th May

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Thursday 23rd October

Thursday 6th November

Monday 24th November

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Wednesday 17th December