It has been a challenging 2025 having lost both our meetings in January. The weather has been very extreme with excessive rain in short periods causing flooding.
I would like to welcome our sponsors today and hope that they have an enjoyable day.
Bearing in mind we have got quite a few syndicates coming today, we have an area next to the O/T’s and a brilliant room upstairs in The Plymouth Building (signposted) which I would really recommend watching your horse racing.
I hope you have a great days racing and that we are able to welcome you back again very soon,
Best Wishes,
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 (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
F O’BRIEN (26 wins from 150 runners, 17%) runs MISTER CESSNA (1.45).
H DALY (23 wins from 112 runners, 21%) runs JIMMY THE DIGGER (4.45).
N TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 130 runners, 15%) runs SUPERBOLT (3.45).
VENETIA WILLIAMS (20 wins from 88 runners, 23%) runs SIMPLE GETAWAY (2.45), KING OF RECORDS (3.15), GEORGES SAINT (3.45).
A RALPH (19 wins from 108 runners, 18%) runs SWEET MAGIC (4.15).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
F O’BRIEN (7 wins from 27 runners, 26%) runners listed above O GREENALL & J GUERRIERO (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs STREAMSFORTH LAD (2.45), POST CHAISE (3.45).
D SKELTON (5 wins from 33 runners, 15%) runs FRERE D’ARMES (4.45).
V WILLIAMS (5 wins from 15 runners, 33%) runners listed above H DICKIN (4 wins from 11 runners, 36%) runs BALLINSLEA BRIDGE (2.45).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
S TWISTON-DAVIES (23 wins from 154 rides, 15%) rides SUPERBOLT (3.45).
C DEUTSCH (5 wins from 19 rides, 26%) rides SIMPLE GETAWAY (2.45), KING OF RECORDS (3.15), GEORGES SAINT (3.45).
S TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 34 rides, 15%) rides listed above
CLASSY TIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.45 MISTER CESSNA (down 5 grades); 4.45 ENRILO (down 2 grades); 4.45 PERCUSSION (down 2).
NOTE:
to and including 3rd 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
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...
Look out for the charity Racing to School today; you shouldn’t miss them as they will be leading a group of local pupils and their teachers through every corner of the racecourse for an action-packed day of fun challenges and discovery The charity works nationwide with over 250 schools, and this year will reach around 16,000 young people – at UK racecourses, trainers’yards and studs.
They deliver free, outdoor activity days to support the learning and to boost the self-confidence of children aged nine and above. Racing to School uses racing venues as unique, fast-moving classrooms full of opportunities to practise and improve subjects like maths, literacy and problem-solving.
The charity is only able to support young people’s education through the kind donations it receives. Please scan this QR code to donate, if you can.
FIRST RACE 1.45
THE RACING TO SCHOOL JUVENILE HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds) for juvenile four 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 juvenile four yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 30th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb 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 17 entries at £40. - Closed January 30th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
1 MISTER CESSNA (FR) (40)
B g Doha Dream (FR) - Histoire Naturelle (IRE)
Owner: Guy Henriques & Richard Gnodde
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Breeder: Haras Du Hoguenet
11 7
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: P3-133P
Sponsor:Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful juvenile hurdle winner in France and close third over fences in August. After 5 months off, stiff task on stable debut when pulled up in Finale Juvenile Hurdle at Chepstow in December, but he’s one to note back in calmer waters. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 125
2 VIYANNI (IRE) (18)
B g Almanzor (FR) - Viyana (IRE)
Owner: OLBG Racing Club
Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury
Breeder: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
11 7
Jockey: Paul O’Brien
Form: 13
Sponsor:OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on Flat for John Patrick Murtagh. Has taken well to hurdling following a 5-month absence, winning a Market Rasen juvenile in December and building on that promise when third at Ascot 18 days ago. The one to beat with further improvement to come Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 118
3 CRACKER STAR (GB) (35)
B g Cracksman - Pavillon
Owner: The Cracker Star Partnership
Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury
Breeder: J. Bernstein & R. Haim
11 0
Jockey: Alice Stevens (3)
Form: 43
Sponsor:OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner for Richard Hughes but below expectations both starts over hurdles for current yard, in cheekpieces (had worn on the level) when well-beaten third at Musselburgh last time. Has something to find but he’s clearly thought capable of better Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96
4 EL GAVILAN (FR) (41)
B g Guignol (GER) - La Jalousie (FR)
Owner: C & C Boultbee Brooks
Trainer: Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Breeder: Mr Emmanuel Dibatista, Mme Claire Dibati
11 0
Jockey: Richard Patrick
Form: 2-4052
Sponsor:Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over hurdles in France, runner-up to a subsequent Listed winner on debut. Below that level in 2 starts for current yard, but showed more than on stable debut when second of 5 at Fontwell on Boxing Day. Could have more to offer with tongue tie applied. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108
5 FLASH IN THE PAN (IRE) (8)
B g Gregorian (IRE) - Limousine
Owner: Mr E. A. Brook
Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne
Breeder: Rathasker Stud
11 0
Jockey: Ben Ffrench Davis (5)
Form: 05
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred for the Flat and finished well held in an Exeter bumper on debut. Fared no better sent hurdling when fifth of 6 in junior event at Chepstow 8 days ago, so he looks to be up against it. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
6 KOTGAR (IRE) (90)
B g Wootton Bassett - Kotama (FR)
Owner: Mrs Helen Cole Racing
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
11 0
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 42
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat in France, making the frame all 5 starts at up to 10.5f. Left his hurdling debut effort behind when second of 5 in juvenile at this C&D (good to soft) 3 months ago, though will need to find more again in this contest. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
7 LIKE MAGIC (GER) (213)
B g Magician (IRE) - Loyalitat (GER)
Owner: The Roaming Roosters
Trainer: Max Young, Sneads Green
Breeder: Gestut Karlshof
Jockey: Lee Edwards
11 0
Form: Sponsor:Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly fairly useful form on Flat in Germany for Henk Grewe, successful twice from 5 starts including minor event at Dortmund in March. Off 7 months ahead of going hurdling on first run
8
RAMAAH (GB) (13)
Ch g Waldgeist - Date With Destiny (IRE)
Owner: Bill Ransom & Steve Day
Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud
11 0
Jockey: James Best
Form: 445
Sponsor:Sjd Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner at 13f on Flat for Ismail Mohammed but yet to match that form in 3 starts over hurdles, again finishing well held when fifth of 9 in maiden at Huntingdon 13 days ago Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 88
9 HELLO SWEETY (GB) (27)
B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Hello Honey (GER)
Owner: Stewkley Racing Syndicate
Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf
10 7
Jockey: Ciaran Gethings
Form:
Sponsor:Science Supplements
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on Flat in Poland first 3 starts, though little impact in 3 outings for Alicja Karkosa in France subsequently Offered little for new yard when seventh of 9 in handicap at Lingfield in January, so has something to prove as she goes hurdling. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
10 I LOVE PARIS (IRE) (49)
B f Too Darn Hot - Way To My Heart (IRE)
Owner: Newton Barn Racing
Trainer: Chris Honour, Ashburton
Breeder: Rifa Mustang Europe Ltd
Jockey: Bryan Carver
10 7
Form: RP
Sponsor:Cotswold Stone Supplies
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat for Ed Walker but refused early on when making her debut in this sphere at Leicester in November Tailed off when pulled up 2 out at Newbury next time, before refusing to line up prior to latest intended outing. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
11 MAHPENNY (GB) (69)
B f Mahsoob - Pennywell (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. L. Dunbar
Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne
Breeder: D. Dunbar, R. Binnie & P. Spence
Jockey: Harry Kimber
10 7
Form: 3P
TIMEFORM VIEW Third of 6 in junior bumper at Newcastle on debut, albeit never a threat, but jumped sketchily when pulled up at Musselburgh on hurdles bow in November First run for yard after leaving R. Mike Smith. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2024: ROYAL WAY (FR) 4 11 7 Niall Houlihan 10-11 (Gary Moore) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 7. Stewards Note:
MISTER CESSNA: Following its run on 27/12/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly Betting Forecast: 11-10 Viyanni (IRE), 7-2 Mister Cessna (FR), 7-1 El Gavilan (FR), 10-1 Cracker Star (GB), 16-1 Kotgar (IRE), 40-1 Like Magic (GER), 50-1 Hello Sweety (GB), 66-1 I Love Paris (IRE), 100-1 Flash In The Pan (IRE), Ramaah (GB), Mahpenny (GB)
Race Summary:
VIYANNI has made a promising start over hurdles, successful at Market Rasen before bumping into two good prospects at Ascot last time, so he looks to hold leading claims of resuming winning ways The biggest threat could come from Mister Cessna, who was pitched in at the deep end on his stable/hurdling debut, ahead of El Gavilan.
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SECOND RACE 2.15
THE MICK ROLLINGS & NETT LEACH
MEMORIAL MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
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 fillies and mares only Enter by noon, January 30th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 5lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb The Rollings and Leach families have generously contributed towards the prize money and they 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 16 entries at £40. - Closed January 30th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
Horse
1 BETTY’S TIARA (GB) (37)
B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Emma Palmer
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Mrs Bridget Henley
7 11 5
Jockey: Ben Jones
Form: 0202-55
Sponsor:Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice from 3 starts over hurdles last term, but failed to come on for this season’s return when fifth of 8 on handicap debut at Taunton (19f, good to soft) 37 days ago However, she was ridden more patiently last time and could fare better back in a maiden.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
2 CLASHMORE BANTER (IRE) (18)
B m Shirocco (GER) - Glittering Ovation (IRE)
Owner: Martin Vaughan and Nikki Evans
Trainer: Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Breeder: Patrick McGrath
6 11 5
Jockey: Ellis Collier (5)
Form: 2P-P06
Sponsor:Radnor Hills
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t offer much in points and was beaten a long way when sixth of 12 in maiden at Taunton (19f, good to soft) on hurdling debut 18 days ago Faces a tough ask.
3 COUNTESS VICKY (GB) (274)
B m Arvico (FR) - Countess Susy
Owner: Mr P. Dando
Trainer: Phillip Dando, Peterston-Super-Ely
Breeder: Phillip C. Dando
RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
8 11 5
Jockey: Conor Ring
Form: PF0-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off on her only completed start over hurdles so far. Pulled up in novice at Ffos Las (21.9f, good to soft) on her latest outing in May and she’s best watched after 9 months off
4 HELLO MARIE (FR) (16)
B m Network (GER) - Vive Marie (FR)
Owner: Glassex Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Mr Andre Jean Quesny
8 11 5
Jockey: James Bowen
Form: 10/-00
Sponsor:1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Beat one other finisher when winning an Irish point and has finished well held in all 3 of her starts under Rules, weakening quickly in mares’ novice at Warwick (19f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
5 HIT FOR SIXTY (GB) (36)
Ch m Jack Hobbs - Over Sixty
Owner: Mr & Mrs Christopher Harris
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
Breeder: Old Rectory Stud
6 11 5
Jockey: Tom Cannon
Form: 0-0P
Sponsor:Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW In need of experience of sole outing in bumpers and fared no better than on hurdling debut when pulled up in mares’ novice at Warwick (21, soft) in December. Likely to need more time. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
6 HOT GODDESS (IRE) (99)
B m Mahler - Hot Choice
Owner: Two Sisters
Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Breeder: Thomas Norris
5 11 5
Jockey: Sean Bowen
Form: 03-53
Sponsor:Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest form when placed once from 3 starts in bumpers, but sent hurdling she showed much more when third of 13 in a Chepstow maiden (19.4f, good to soft) in October. Could be in the mix with her latest effort behind her Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
7 JASMINE BLISS (GB) (25)
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Burton Ash
Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Jasmine B
Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury
Breeder: Mrs Caroline George
6 11 5
Jockey: Paul O’Brien
Form: 1/411-24 BF
Sponsor:Olive Print & Graphics
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who also won twice in bumpers. Shaped well when a clear second at Lingfield on hurdling debut in November, before failing to meet expectations when fourth at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) last time. Worth another chance given her previous promise
8
MINNEIGH MOZZE (FR) (215)
Gr m Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Mickie
Owner: Miss Hannah James
Trainer: Hannah James, Malvern
Breeder: Selwood Bloodstock & A. Gibson-Fleming
9 11 5
Jockey: Richard Patrick
Form: 0U000/-P
Sponsor:Hannah James
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in 2 bumpers for this yard before making little impact over hurdles for Sheila Lewis, pulled up in mares’ handicap at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good to soft) in July Returns in first-time tongue tie having re-joined former stable Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 74
9 POOLEY’S PROMISE (IRE) (16)
B
m Shirocco (GER) - Wild Fern (IRE)
Owner: RS Racing (Syndicates)
Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack
Breeder: Mr Michael Ennis
6 11 5
Jockey: Harry Kimber
Form: 000
Sponsor:Rs Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise sole outing in bumpers and it has been a similar story in 2 starts over hurdles, losing touch from 4 out when ninth of 10 in mares’ novice at Warwick (19f, good to soft) 16 days ago Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
10 RAMALAMADINGDONG (GB) (51)
B m Highland Reel (IRE) - Senorita Rumbalita
Owner: Mrs J. A. Thomas & Ms K. J. Austin
Trainer: Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
Breeder: Dr Bryan Mayoh
5 11 5
Jockey: Harry Bannister
Form: 05
Sponsor:Tally Ho Farm Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper on debut and ran to only a modest level when fifth of 11 in mares’ maiden at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft) on hurdles bow in December Looks one for the longer term.
11 SEA PRESENTING (IRE) (16)
B m Affinisea (IRE) - Lizzy Loves Lilacs (IRE)
Owner: Surrey Racing (SPg)
Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green
Breeder: P. Bolger
RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
5 11 5
Jockey: Kevin Brogan
Form: 33
Sponsor:Surrey Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Third on sole start in points and shaped encouragingly on Rules debut when third of 10 in mares’ novice hurdle at Warwick (19f, good to soft) 16 days ago, staying on well. Open to improvement so she’s not taken lightly
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2024: LOOKING AS YOU ARE 5 11 5 Harry Bannister 4-1 (Alex Hales) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Betting Forecast:
Having won twice in bumpers, JASMINE BLISS made a promising start over hurdles when bumping into a next-time-out listed winner at Lingfield in November, so she is worth forgiving her latest effort and is taken to open her account in this sphere. Sea Presenting made an encouraging hurdles debut and is respected, with Betty’s Tiara completing the shortlist.
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GOOD FRIDAY APRIL 18th
THIRD RACE 2.45
THE JOIN RACINGTV NOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 5)
about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds) for 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 five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, January 30th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Penalties, after January 25th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb LRC will present a cash prize to the winning lad/lass responsible for the Best Turned Out horse 21 entries at £40.Closed January 30th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
1 TOUT SUR MOI (FR) (37)
B g Manatee - Palma du Charmil (FR)
Owner: Len Jakeman, Jane Williams & Jan Rees
Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Breeder: Mrs Guilhaine Le Borgne
6 12 0
Jockey: David Noonan
Form: 03-3246
Sponsor:Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise in bumpers and also displayed a fair level of ability in 5 runs over hurdles. Encouraging start over fences when fourth at Taunton but failed to meet expectations there next time Worth another chance. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100
2 JESSIE LIGHTFOOT (IRE) (36)
B m Yeats (IRE) - Needle Doll (IRE)
Owner: Catch Twenty Two
Trainer: Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Breeder: Sean Keane
11 12 0
Jockey: Miss Imogen Mathias (7)
Form: 553254 D
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Revitalised by a return to Henry Oliver last spring, scoring over fences at Taunton and Southwell. Was holding her form well after but last 2 starts suggests she’s gone off the boil. Tongue strap on 1st time. Engaged 3.45 Market Rasen Tuesday.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
3 SIMPLE GETAWAY (IRE) (35)
B g Getaway (GER) - Simple Sums (IRE)
Owner: Gwent Holdings Limited
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: Andrew Pierce
7 12 0
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: P/1/024-4 D
Sponsor:Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £180,000 after winning an Irish point but only minor promise on second of his 3 hurdle starts during 2023/24. Type to make a better chaser and offered something to work on when fourth at Exeter on return/handicap bow. Entitled to progress.
4 IRON D’EX (FR) (56)
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 RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 100
7 11 10
Jockey: Sean Houlihan
Form: PP-1044 C
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start over fences at Ludlow in October and decent efforts in defeat last 2 starts. In the mix if the rain stays away Star RatingHHHHI Official
5 BALLINSLEA BRIDGE (IRE) (36)
B g Pierre - Feelin’ Looser (IRE)
Owner: Robin Dickin Racing Club
Trainer: Harriet Dickin, Midford
Breeder: Butlersgrove Stud
Rating 96
13 11 9
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: P2FP/P-P D
Sponsor:Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Market Rasen handicap chase over 2 years ago Failed to complete on 6 of his 7 subsequent starts, however, including when pulled up after a 13-month absence at Warwick on New Year’s Eve. Headgear and tongue strap now fitted for 1st time
6 GAME LINE (IRE) (48)
Ch g Sandmason - Superline (IRE)
Owner: Lady M. Pritchard
Trainer: Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest
Breeder: Paul Rothwell
11 11 6
Jockey: James Bowen
Form: 6522P/-P D
Sponsor:Peter and Karen Bowen Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW On a good mark judged on form from a few seasons back but could hardly have shown any less back from 26 months off at Ffos Las 7 weeks ago.
7 CARPE DIEM (FR) (47)
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Chance Bleue (FR)
Owner: Terry & Sarah Amos
Trainer: David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold
Breeder: Mr P. De Maleissye Melun & Mr T. Amos
7 11 6
Jockey: Brendan Powell
Form: 3P356-0
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in maiden hurdles last summer before a lesser effort on handicap debut over fences at Huntingdon. Well held back from an absence at Uttoxeter 7 weeks ago and has enough to prove
8
COAL FIRE (IRE) (451)
B g Frozen Fire (GER) - Heartansoul (IRE)
Owner: Mr M. G. Jones
Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Breeder: P. McCarthy
9 11 2
Jockey: Charlie Price (3)
Form: 133135-
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over hurdles for Peter Bowen in 2023 but pulled up sole start over fences. Off 15 months ahead of first start for this yard
9 MISTYMAL (IRE) (51)
B g Malinas (GER) - Amazon Mist (IRE)
Owner: Mr J Durston & Mr N Harris
Trainer: Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Breeder: Denis Ahern
88
7 10 13
Jockey: Alan Johns
Form: 254-13P D BF
Sponsor:Tote, DragonBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made a winning chasing debut at Hereford in October, forging clear run-in. Went like the best horse at the weights when finishing a close third there next time but proved a complete let-down tried in headgear at Southwell. Worth another chance.
RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 85
10 STREAMSFORTH LAD (IRE) (54)
B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE)
Owner: Mr T. G. Kelly
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: The Beeches Stud Ltd
7 10 13
Jockey: Toby Wynne (3)
Form: 0P046-6
Sponsor:Swansway
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers but little solid form over hurdles, including starting out for this yard at Bangor on return. Goes up in trip for chase debut.
11 HIGGS (IRE) (47)
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Captain Supreme (IRE)
Owner: Mr Andrew Gough
Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Breeder: Mrs D. Cashman
12 10 9
Jockey: James Best
Form: 112PPP D
Sponsor:Sjd Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Went through a good spell in May, scoring at Uttoxeter and Ffos Las. Arrives here on a poor run of form, however, so others preferred.
12 FASHION’S MODEL (IRE) (48)
Gr m Flemensfirth (USA) - Fashion’s Worth (IRE)
Owner: Mr Brian Davies
Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Breeder: Mr S. Wafer
81
9 10 7
Jockey: Ben Jones
Form: P1-0P0P D
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent chasing last season, off the mark on final start of the campaign at Wincanton (20.2f, heavy) in April. No show in a handful of runs so far this term, though, and different headgear now given a whirl. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 79
13 FAITQUE DE L’ISLE (FR) (15)
Ch g Secret Singer (FR) - Naiade de L’Isle (FR)
Owner: DFA Racing (Rodney)
Trainer: James Evans, Kinnersley
Breeder: Mme Veronique Sayet
10 10 3
Jockey: Miss Lucy Turner (5)
Form: 3P-6443 D
Sponsor:Dfa Racing Ltd, The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but backed up previous effort when third from 3lb out of the handicap at Leicester 2 weeks ago so not taken lightly racing off his proper mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 75
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2, 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 6, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1, 10. Stewards Note:
BALLINSLEA BRIDGE: Following its run on 31/12/2024 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat.
COAL FIRE: Following its run on 12/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
MISTYMAL: Following its run on 16/12/2024 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently FASHION’S MODEL: Following its run on 19/12/2024 it was reported that the horse made a jumping mistake.
Betting Forecast:
5-1 Tout Sur Moi (FR), Simple Getaway (IRE), 13-2 Iron d’Ex (FR), 7-1 Mistymal (IRE), Faitque de L’Isle (FR), 14-1 Jessie Lightfoot (IRE), 16-1 Coal Fire (IRE), 18-1 Streamsforth Lad (IRE), 33-1 Ballinslea Bridge (IRE), Game Line (IRE), Carpe Diem (FR), Higgs (IRE), 100-1 Fashion’s Model (IRE)
Race Summary:
PLAY SMARTER
TOUT SUR MOI is given another chance to confirm chase debut promise back down in class. The unexposed Simple Getaway is a potential threat along with Faitque de l’Isle back off his proper mark.
FOURTH RACE 3.15
THE LUDLOW MEMBERS
NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)
for novice 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 novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 30th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 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 LRC will give a cash prize to the winning lad/lass responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 19 entries at £40. - Closed January 30th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
No Horse Age st lb
1 VANDERPOEL (IRE) (34)
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Dear Songbird (IRE)
Owner: Lady Dulverton
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Brian J. Crowley
6 11 7
Jockey: Ben Jones
Form: P-11 D
Sponsor:Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (Nov 23) and created a positive impression when following up on Rules debut in a Huntingdon maiden (15.8f) 5 weeks ago, jumping accurately and quickening to lead before 2 out. Prime claims under a penalty with progress anticipated. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
2 ARKENDALE (GB) (12)
Br g Pivotal - Paris Rooftops (IRE)
Owner: Menzies Asset Management Ltd
Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Breeder: Branton Court Stud
5 11 0
Jockey: James Best
Form: 00
Sponsor:Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on the Flat (stays 10.5f) but finished well held both starts in maiden/ novice hurdles for new yard in recent months. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
3 GRENARDIER (GB) (49)
B g Jack Hobbs - Aunt Harriet
Owner: Roger & Yvonne Allsop
Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Breeder: Mrs Yvonne Allsop
6 11 0
Jockey: Sean Bowen
Form: 6-6P6
Sponsor:Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in a couple of bumpers and similar story in pair of maiden/novice hurdles upon returning to action this winter Handicaps will be more his bag after this. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
4 KING OF RECORDS (FR) (488)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Super Woman (FR)
Owner: Mr G. Hannon
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: S.C.E.A. J.L.C. Et al
5 11 0
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: Sponsor:Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat on balance of form in France (seems to stay 1 1/2m) and twice in-the-frame in 2023. Acquired by new connections for EUR62,000 later that year and whilst absent since, market confidence behind him in the betting would look significant now hurdling. One to note. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
5 TICAN (GB) (287)
B g Teofilo (IRE) - Janey Muddles (IRE)
Owner: Mr Keith Stait
Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Breeder: Eminent Kind Ltd
5 11 0
Jockey: Conor Ring
Form: 0-
Sponsor:Sjd Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Teofilo gelding who is bred more for the Flat and little encouragement when last of 16 in a C&D bumper 9 months ago, tailed-off straight. Passed over now hurdling on reappearance. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
6 TRACKING TREASURE (IRE) (21)
Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Gail Borden (IRE)
Owner: Treasure Hunters
Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Breeder: Kevin Purfield
5 11 0
Jockey: Stan Sheppard
Form: 4600
TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced both starts in points and failed to beat a rival in a bumper at Fairyhouse in November, he offered little starting out for new yard when ninth of 12 in a novice hurdle at Hereford (16.2f) 3 weeks ago Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
7 WICK HILL (IRE) (38)
B g Hillstar - Queen Andromache (USA)
Owner: Mr Christopher John Sprake
Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne
Breeder: John Fitzgerald
6 11 0
Jockey: Harry Kimber
Form: 0-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Hillstar gelding. Dam, ran twice over hurdles, 1m winner who stayed 11.5f on Flat. Failed to beat a rival sole start in point bumpers/pulled up sole start in points (Dec 29). Best watched making Rules/hurdles bow. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Betting Forecast: 4-11 Vanderpoel (IRE), 10-3 King of Records (FR), 25-1 Grenardier (GB), 50-1 Arkendale (GB), 66-1 Tracking Treasure (IRE), Wick Hill (IRE), 150-1 Tican (GB)
Race Summary:
PLAY SMARTER
Winning pointer VANDERPOEL created a positive impression when making a successful debut over hurdles at Huntingdon 5 weeks ago and open to improvement, he looks to hold outstanding claims in his bid to make it 2-2 under Rules. King of Records has a lengthy absence to overcome but was a fairly useful operator on the Flat in France and he could emerge as the lead danger on debut for Venetia Williams.
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FIFTH RACE 3.45
THE ATTWOOD MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STEEPLE
CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)
for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund
£18000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9505 to the winning horse The second to receive £4374, the third £2187, the fourth £1094 and the fifth £545. 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 3rd. Penalties, after January 25th, 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 person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race The ATTWOOD MEMORIAL TROPHY presented by W P Jenks Esq will be held by the winning owner until December 31st 2025 Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MIDDLE DISTANCE CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs, Lancashire Course (2m 3f 203yds) at Haydock Park on 16th April, 2022. 11 entries at £50 - Closed January 30th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £7270; Second £3634; Third £1818; Fourth £909; Fifth £454. (Penalty Value £9505.80) No Horse Age st lb
1 DIBBLE DECKER (IRE) (47)
B g Jet Away - Bella Minna (IRE)
Owner: Value Racing - Dibble Decker
Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Breeder: Mrs Patricia A. Byrne
9 12 0
Jockey: Stan Sheppard
Form: 5/0123-0 D
Sponsor:Plumbing World
TIMEFORM VIEW Added a third chase victory to his tally at Wincanton on second start last season. Shaped quite well back over hurdles after 8 months off at Ascot and expected to build on that returned to fences. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 125
2 GEORGES SAINT (FR) (40)
Gr g Lord du Sud (FR) - Une Deux Trois (FR)
Owner: Mrs Robert Watson
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: Mr A. Domenjoud & Haras de Saint Voir
9 11 10
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: 41134-5 D
Sponsor:Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Drew a blank over hurdles for current connections but upped his game sent chasing last term, scoring at Ffos Las (19.4f) and Fakenham (21.2f). However, well held last 2 starts 9 months apart so needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 121
3 PEPE LE MOKO (FR) (21)
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Jolie Menthe (FR)
Owner: Mr Len Jakeman & Mrs Jane Williams
Trainer: Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Breeder: Mr Francois-Marie Cottin
7 11 9
Jockey: David Noonan
Form: 15-6P66 D
Sponsor:Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 5 attempts over hurdles but quickly put that right sent chasing, taking 2 of his first 3 starts (at up to 20.5f). However, has yet to fire this season so bit to prove now.
4 CAN YOU CALL (GB) (40)
B g Passing Glance - Call Me A Legend
Owner: Mr & Mrs William Rucker
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Pitchall Stud
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120
10 11 8
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 332-052 D
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles/chase winner who ran well on 3 of his 4 starts returned to fences last term and back to that level when second at Chepstow over Christmas. Well treated if building on that.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA
5 BOBHOPEORNOHOPE (IRE) (54)
B g Westerner - Bandelaro (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. Perriss
Trainer: Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Breeder: Paul Giles
10 11 7
Jockey: Tom Bellamy
Form: PPP-044 C
Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the force of old but reduced mark reflects that and latest fourth at Doncaster was best effort in a while Eased another 3lb so not taken lightly
6 SUPERBOLT (IRE) (39)
Gr g Zoffany (IRE) - Spectacle
Owner: Options O Syndicate
Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 118
5 11 5
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Form: 622211 C
Sponsor:Options Energy Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No great shakes over hurdles/on the Flat in Ireland but has upped his game for this yard, winning last 2 starts over fences in good style here and at Leicester. Looks progressive so should make a bold bid for the hat-trick.
7 POST CHAISE (IRE) (57)
Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Trazona Kit (IRE)
Owner: Mr Graham Cardwell
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Mr Richard O’Connor
8 10 13
Jockey: Toby Wynne (3)
Form: 12-1405
Sponsor:Swansway
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched a fifth win over the larger obstacles at Market Rasen (27.6f) in
next 3 starts after a break. Has it to prove.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: DEMNAT (FR) 7 11 4 Charlie Deutsch 15-2 (Venetia Williams) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 5. Betting Forecast: 13-8 Superbolt (IRE), 5-1 Can You Call (GB), 13-2 Georges Saint (FR), Bobhopeornohope (IRE), 10-1 Dibble Decker (IRE), Post Chaise (IRE), 22-1 Pepe Le Moko (FR)
Race Summary:
CAN YOU CALL bounced back to form from his reduced mark when second at Chepstow and is potentially on a handy mark if building on that. The progressive Superbolt is bidding for the hat-trick and is the obvious threat. while Dibble Decker should prove all the better for his comeback spin over hurdles. TIMEFORM
PLAY SMARTER
THERESULT
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SIXTH RACE 4.15
THE WATCH ON RACINGTV. MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for the Challenger Mares’ Hurdle Series Final)
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)
for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund
£12000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, 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 3rd. Penalties, after January 25th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the wining 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 Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs (2m 4f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 17th April, 2025. 14 entries at £50 - Closed January 30th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable No Horse Age st lb
1 BATWOMEN (IRE) (65) 7 12 0
B m Presenting - Avondhu Lady (IRE)
Owner: Miss Jane Goddard
Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Breeder: R. Flynn
Jockey: Brendan Powell
Form: 5/52-212
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful switch to handicaps when winning in smooth fashion at Fontwell (19.1f) in October and backed that up with good second of 11 at Plumpton (20.5f, soft) 65 days ago 4lb higher now but must enter calculations. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113
2 LOOKING AS YOU ARE (GB) (40)
B m Passing Glance - Maybell
Owner: Gumbrills Racing Partnership
Trainer: Alex Hales, Edgecote
Breeder: A Hales, Mr & Mrs J Fry, Mr D Fitzgerald
6 11 13
Jockey: Kielan Woods
Form: 3113-64 CD
Sponsor:Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a C&D maiden and Plumpton novice (20.5f) last term and back to that sort of form when creditable fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Kempton (24.6f, good to soft, 25/1) 40 days ago, not ideally placed. Respected. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112
3 BABY SAGE (GB) (61)
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Baby Shine (IRE)
Owner: Burkes & Syders
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
Breeder: Whitley Stud
7 11 12
Jockey: Tom Cannon
Form: 0/U23-31
Sponsor:Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of reappearance effort when taking 11-runner handicap hurdle (9/2) at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) 61 days ago. 6lb higher now but further progress may be forthcoming. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 111
4 MAJESTIC JAMEELA (GB) (41)
B m Postponed (IRE) - Aviacion (BRZ)
Owner: Bomb Squad Syndicate
Trainer: Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Breeder: Godolphin
5 11 12
Jockey: Ciaran Gethings
Form: 13-3F00
Sponsor:Science Supplements
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 3 times over hurdles last term but fell heavily early on at Chepstow in October and has been well below best in both outings since.
5 SPRINGS A GIRL (IRE) (49) 6
B m Irish Wells (FR) - Flags Flying (IRE)
Owner: A Grand Day Out
Trainer: Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Breeder: Michael Ryan
111
11 9
Jockey: Daire McConville (7)
Form: 00-U161 CD
Sponsor:Fbc Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who bagged her second victory over hurdles when seeing off 6 rivals in C&D mares’ novice (soft) in December Remains relatively unexposed and merits consideration on handicap debut.
108
6 CURRENT MOOD (GB) (63)
Ch m Sulamani (IRE) - Lambrini Queen
Owner: Mr W Corrigan Racing
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Halewood International Ltd
10 11 6
Jockey: Miss Eleanor Williams (7)
Form: 36-5132 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Better for return when capitalising on a much-reduced mark over fences at this course (23.8f) in October and back to that sort of form when second of 5 in handicap chase (8/1) over same C&D (soft) 63 days ago. Fairly treated, back hurdling, but this trip may be on the sharp side for her Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 105
7 SWEET MAGIC (IRE) (41)
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Garraidubh (IRE)
Owner: Fwittery Racing
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Thistletown Stud
7 11 4
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 420/F-02
Sponsor:Providence Global
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but showed the benefit of her reappearance when second of 8 in a handicap hurdle at Aintree (20f, soft) on Boxing Day, giving the well-backed winner plenty to think about. 3lb rise looks fair and another bold show is on the cards. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 103
8 RIVER ROBE (IRE) (21)
B m Imperial Monarch (IRE) - The River (IRE)
Owner: Mr Andrew Gough
Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Breeder: Jimmy Coffey
6
Jockey: James Best
Form: 356445
Sponsor:Sjd Racing
10
4
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score for current yard and arrives on back of disappointing run over fences at Hereford (19f, good to soft) 21 days ago Makes limited appeal returned to smaller obstacles here. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 89
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: DELLA CASA LUNGA (IRE) 6 11 8 Richard Patrick 18-1 (Clive Boultbee-Brooks) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Betting Forecast: 7-2 Baby Sage (GB), 4-1 Springs A Girl (IRE), Sweet Magic (IRE), 5-1 Batwomen (IRE), 17-2 Current Mood (GB), 14-1 Looking As You Are (GB), 28-1 Majestic Jameela (GB), 33-1 River Robe (IRE)
Race Summary: Preference is for SWEET MAGIC, who ran a cracker at Aintree last time and hails from a yard in fine form. Springs A Girl and Baby Sage rate the principal dangers.
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SEVENTH RACE 4.45
THE POINTING POINTERS CHASE
MEREDITH MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)
for six yrs old and upwards Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form
Total prize fund
£6600 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423. for six yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three steeple chases. Enter by noon, January 30th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd. Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. POINTING POINTERS have generously contributed towards the prize money and they 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 horse in this race The CHASE MEREDITH MEMORIAL TROPHY, a Silver model of a Fox, will be held by the winning owner until December 31st 2025 8 entries at £30 - Closed January 30th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368. (Penalty Value £3387.78) HC No Horse Age st lb
1 FRERE D’ARMES (FR) (28)
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Ville Sainte (FR)
Owner: Belbroughton Racing Club
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Hunt: Croome & West Warwickshire
8 12 6
Jockey: Miss Heidi Palin (5)
Form: 32501P
Sponsor:Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed on hunter debut at Taunton last month but had snapped a lengthy losing run at Fakenham (21.2f) under this rider previously and must enter calculations despite conceding weight all round. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 129
2 ENRILO (FR) (117)
Bl g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Rock Treasure (FR)
Owner: Martin Broughton & Friends 4
Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Hunt: Blackmore & Sparkford Vale
11 11 12
Jockey: Miss Olive Nicholls (3)
Form: F/4230-P D
Sponsor:Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart at his peak and made the frame in 3 of his 4 starts in handicaps last season. Turned in poor effort on return at Chepstow in October but he looks a big player in this company.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 130
3 JIMMY THE DIGGER (GB) (81)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - The Lyme Volunteer (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Simon Clarke
Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow
Hunt: Ludlow
12 11 12
Jockey: Mr Archie Jones (7)
Form: 55P-020 C
Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most consistent but posted one of his better recent efforts when runner-up at Cheltenham (25f) in October and could make his presence felt here.
4 PERCUSSION (GB) (46)
B g Malinas (GER) - Tambourine Ridge (IRE)
Owner: Mr Daniel Cherriman
Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
Hunt: South Shropshire
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 113
10 11 12
Jockey: Mr Joe Wright (3)
Form: 42-4205 D
TIMEFORM VIEW On a lengthy losing run but wasn’t far off his best when second from out of the weights in Summer Cup at Uttoxeter in June. Not in same form in good handicaps since but will find this a lot more suitable. Tongue strap/ cheekpieces back on.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122
5 MISSED TEE (IRE) (250) 8 11 5
B m Fame And Glory - Paradise Lily (IRE)
Owner: Miss Sarah A. Dawson
Trainer: Miss V. Collins, Broadway Hunt: North Cotswold
Jockey: Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (3)
Form: 4PP3-34 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair over hurdles for Dan Skelton and stepped up on her opening run in hunters when third at this course (20.1f) in March. Below that level when last seen in May, though, and looks to have plenty on her plate here.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 98
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: CAPTAIN TOMMY (IRE) 10 11 13 Mr Huw Edwards 20-1 (Fred Timmis) 5 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 4.
Betting Forecast: 11-8 Enrilo (FR), 7-2 Frere d’Armes (FR), Percussion (GB), 8-1 Jimmy The Digger (GB), 20-1 Missed Tee (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Race Summary: It’s been 4 years since ENRILO last scored but he has plied his trade in much more competitive contests than this. He can make a successful hunter-chase debut. Percussion may provide the chief threat.
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PATRON
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Greg Pearson (Chief Steward)
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Nathan Green, Louise Moore, Lauren Thomson, Michael Walton
STARTERS
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JUDGE
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Cathryn Woodhall FARRIER
Mr D Williams
CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE
Viscount Boyne
COMMENTATOR
Martin Harris
BETTING RING MANAGER
Andy Collins
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
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
