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TODAY’S RACING
THE TRACK
A CIRCUIT OF THE TRACK IS APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE THERE ARE 8 HURDLES AND 8 STEEPLECHASE FENCES ON EACH CIRCUIT, WITH 2 OPEN DITCHES ON THE CHASE COURSE THE ALL-WEATHER FIBRESAND BEND WAS INSTALLED IN 2012 FOR SAETY REASONS ON THE TIGHT TOP BEND AFTER THE FINISHING LINE. THIS IS UNIQUE TO MUSSELBURGH RACECOURSE AND THE FIRST IN THE UK.
T TODAY’S TURE RACE FEATURE
Our feature race today is the £10,000 Watch Racing TV Now Handicap Chase, a 5yo and upwards Go North Red r Chas Rum Series Qualifier run over two miles and eight furlongs. 6 runners head to post for the 4:30pm start time ries he Lucinda Russell’s seven-year-old JEM IN EM looks the one to watch, having taken second place in a tougher trip watch, havin (3m6f) last time out at Newcastle in November. He runs today on an unchanged rating but could need to see off c a challenge from Dianne Sayer-trained course & distance winner Cardamon Hill, who has won thrice so far this p back up in trip season and looks as if he may relish the step ba
JOCKEYS H TO WATCH
DANNY McMENAMIN is Musselburgh’s top jockey so far be looking to extend his lead in the Edinburgh Gin (2.00pm, 2.30pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm, & 4.30pm) will t the 3.00pm runner Coral Blue who starts off his lowest mark Championship rankings - particularly with 3.0 m er ut for JACK POWER, who will be looking to retain his hot streak today in the in 2 years. Keep an eye out lookin 5.00pm - his current strike rate sits at 23.1% 5 00pm s
TRAINERS TO WATCH
this season, and with 5 rides booked today
LUCINDA RUSSELL is a seasoned pro here at Musselburgh and continues yet another successful season campaign today She saddles five today, including top earner Chichester (£200k+) at 2.00pm and Jem In Em in the feature race at 4:30pm. P D NIVEN has saddled 4 winners from his last 15 runs, and will today be hoping his sole runner Prospect House brings home a good result (5.00pm) Also watch out for DIANE SAYER, who boasts a strike rate of 25% in the last month and will be looking to continue her current form with Cardamon Hill in the 4.30pm and Heart Above in the 5.00pm
RACE DESCRIPTIONS
3.00 THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
3.30 THE GEORGE CRAWFORD LEGACY TRUST HANDICAP CHASE
2.00 THE AGRICULTURE AND EQUINE COURSES AT SRUC MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
The term ‘maiden’ inspires thoughts of damsels in distress but in horse racing terms it takes on a different meaning. When a horse is referred to as a maiden, be it a colt or a filly, it simply means that they have yet to win a race Many of the runners aged four-years-old and upwards in this two mile race will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today
2.30 THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
This is another maiden race, meaning that the horses running today have yet to win a race. Many of the fillies and mares aged four-years-old and upwards in this two miles and four furlongs race will still be inexperienced over hurdles and almost certainly improve for the racecourse experience that they gain today.
This is a two miles and four furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.
This is a two mile, about four and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 100 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95
4.00 THE VISIT RACINGTV.COM NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
This is a two mile, seven and a half furlong handicap hurdle race for novice four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 95 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.
4.30 THE WATCH RACING TV NOW HANDICAP CHASE
This two miles, seven and a half furlong handicap steeple chase has been designed for five-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 120. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage
5.00 THE 100% RACING TV PROFITS BACK TO RACING CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
The final race this afternoon is a one mile, seven furlong handicap hurdle race for four-year-old and upwards which have been officially rated 0-100. As is all handicaps on this afternoon’s card the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 100 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95
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Race 1 2.00PM
Total prize fund £7000
About two miles (1m 7f 124yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards THE
AND EQUINE COURSES AT SRUC MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (39 wins from 190 runners, 21%) runs SUPREME GEORGE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs CHICHESTER
Longest Traveller: SUPREME GEORGE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 238 miles
1 CHICHESTER (GB) (49) 8 11 7
B g Dansili - Havant
Owner: Lady I & Ms Catriona Good
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: Mrs James Wigan & London TB Services Ltd
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: PINK, BLACK epaulets, BLACK and PINK striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 0 6 wins £100005
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer at his best on Flat but below that level in 2024. Never involved when seventh of 14 on his belated Kelso hurdle debut just after Christmas but should be capable of better at some point.
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FREEDOM DAY (IRE) (166) 5 11 7
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Pioneer Spirit
Owner: Mr C. Ashton
Trainer: Paul Robson, Alnwick
Breeder: Lady Bamford
Colours: GREY, RED and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, RED cap Form: 1 win £4320
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner Makes hurdle debut for Paul Robson having left Mark Walford since a below-par run on AW in September STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/9/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
3
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
GEMINI MAN (IRE) (24)
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Keystone Gulch (USA)
Owner: Mr I. J. Jardine
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Lynch Bages
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
7 11 7
Colours: GREY, PINK and GREY halved sleeves, PINK cap Form: P-
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat. Pulled up on his hurdle debut in Ireland last March (for previous yard). Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
4
KING GOLD BOY (FR) (79) 5 11 7
Ch g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Other du Berlais (FR)
Owner: Tillyrie Racing Club
Trainer: Jean McGregor, Milnathort
Breeder: Dr V. Michel Guiot
Colours: RED, BLACK disc, RED sleeves, BLACK stars, RED cap, BLACK star Form: 00
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 7 in 2 bumpers in November Likely outsider now hurdling. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
5
NATZOR
(FR) (136) 5 11 7
B g Almanzor (FR) - Natty (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing XXXIX & The Fab Four
Trainer: Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Breeder: Ecurie Euroling
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 2 wins £14184
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper at up to 1 1/2m on the Flat for David O’Meara, successful twice on AW in 2024, including when last seen in October Has had wind surgery ahead of hurdle debut for new yard. Should be up to making his presence felt if taking to the new discipline Star
6 SPLIT STONE (GB) (49)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Highland Burn
Owner: Rhona & Erin Donnelly
Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Breeder: Mr Richard D. J. Fitton
Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a bumper and 2 hurdles
6 11 7
Colours: DARK GREEN and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), halved sleeves, DARK GREEN and LIGHT BLUE check cap Form: 000
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Derek Fox
Craig Nichol
Danny McMenamin
Bruce Lynn
Sean Quinlan
7
STRESSFREE (FR)
(46) 5 11 7
Ch g Anodin (IRE) - Gwenseb (FR)
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Breeder: Wertheimer & Frere
Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 3 BF 3 wins £37564
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat and should improve on encouraging hurdles debut third at Catterick (2m, good to soft) on New Year’s Day. Hard to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - Henry Brooke
8
SUPREME GEORGE (IRE) (50)
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Dar Dar Supreme
Owner: Thomas Fearn
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Dan McSorley
Sponsor: Tote
5 11 7
Colours: WHITE, BLACK spots, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, BLACK cap Form: 42-0526
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point recruit who ran to a fair level when runner-up in a 2m Doncaster at the end of November Not in anything like the same form when only sixth at Catterick since but he’s probably still the chief threat to Stressfree Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107
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COSMIC JET (IRE) (31) 4 10 9
B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Star Jet (IRE)
Owner: Mr A. B. Hamilton
Trainer: Andrew Hamilton, Carluke Breeder: Ladis
Colours: GREY and RED diamonds, GREY sleeves Form: 56
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers for John O’Donoghue Can only watch now hurdling for new trainer Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Alan
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5.
Probable S.P’s: EVENS Stressfree (FR), 11-2 Natzor (FR), 8-1
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Brian Hughes
Doyle (5)
Race 2 2.30PM
Total prize fund £7000
two miles about four furlongs (2m 3f 171yds) for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares THE RACINGTV
PROFITS RETURNEDTO RACING MARES’MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (39 wins from 190 runners, 21%) runs GENEROUS SCORPION
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H Derham (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs JASMINE D’AIRY
Longest Traveller: JASMINE D’AIRY trained by H Derham, Newbury, 372 miles
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DAZZLELIKETHIS
(IRE) (58)
B m Mahler - Sister Bernadette (IRE)
Owner: Mr Malcolm B. Jones
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Daryl Deacon
Sponsor: Swansway
6 11 5
Colours: DARK GREEN and YELLOW (halved), sleeves reversed, DARK GREEN and YELLOW quartered cap Form: F-20 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising start when second in Carlisle maiden hurdle but tongue tied when only seventh of 11 in novice at Uttoxeter (22.2f, heavy) 58 days ago Since had a wind op and he’s worth another chance for good yard. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/12/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2 GENEROUS
SCORPION
(GB) (21) 7 11 5
Owner: Mr D. McCain Jnr
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW cross belts, sleeves and cap Form: PU4334
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, fourth of 9 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, soft) on NH debut 21 days ago Can take a step forward. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
3
GHIDORA
(GB) (21) 5 11 5
B m Dragon Dancer - Floradorado
Owner: Ian Nicol Racing
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Breeder: T. C. Dawson
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE striped sleeves, check cap Form: 35P6
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form shown when third on his debut in a Perth bumper in August but he hasn’t kicked on from it in a pair of novice hurdles this winter Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
4
HAY MEADOW
(IRE) (67) 5 11 5
B m Wings of Eagles (FR) - Give Us A Look (IRE)
Owner: The Eagle Partnership
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: William Codd
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: PURPLE, RED chevrons, diabolo on sleeves, RED cap, PURPLE star Form: 51-104 1 win £2722
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who also landed a Perth bumper in September Made a promising start hurdling when a staying-on fourth of 6 at Hexham (2m) and has more to offer stepped up in trip with tongue tie added. Player Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
5
JASMINE D’AIRY (FR) (27)
B m Authorized (IRE) - Elna d’Airy (FR)
Owner: Mr N. Sutton
Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury
Breeder: J. Dubois & SCEA De La Vallee De L’Orne
Sponsor: OLBG
6 11 5
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK stars, PINK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 22-145
TIMEFORM VIEW £120,000 purchase on the back of success in a Tipperary bumper last May. Has shown some promise in a pair of mares’ novice hurdles, coming in fifth of 10 at Warwick (2m3f) last month. Holds solid form claims Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingMr
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LIZZIE LUNA (GB) (26) 5 11 5
B m Telescope (IRE) - Zarocco
Owner: John Elliot & Partners
Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Breeder: Distillery Stud
Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
Colours: RED and DARK GREEN (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE diamond. Form: 500024
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but he comes here in good nick, fourth of 8 in novice hurdle at Ayr (16f, soft) 26 days ago Goes up in trip now with hood back on and he must enter calculations Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99
Henry Brooke
Theo Gillard
Brian Hughes
Derek Fox
Ben Sutton (5)
Craig Nichol
7
VANILLA DANCER (GB) (21) 6 11 5
B m Dragon Dancer - Vanilla Delight (IRE)
Owner: Garry Thexton & Chris Grant
Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham
Breeder: T. C. Dawson
Sponsor: www.chrisgrantracing.com
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE seams, striped cap Form: 344322 BF 1 win £2614
TIMEFORM VIEW Still to add to his bumper success but this reliable sort posted a very good clear second of 9 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, soft) 21 days ago. Can go well again.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105
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IRISANTE (GER) (26) 4 10 5
B f Tai Chi (GER) - Irresistable (GER)
Owner: Mark E Smith and David Lestrange
Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Breeder: Gestut Hachtsee
Sponsor: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
Colours: WHITE, RED cross belts and sleeves Form: 3-43023
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles for Hugo Merienne in France but she hasn’t got near that level on these shores despite being placed at Doncaster and Leicester on her last two starts More is required if she’s to gain a breakthrough victory. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 114
2024 WINNER: MICKS JET (IRE) 6 11 0 Joe Williamson 8-15 (Philip Kirby) 8 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Jasmine d’Airy (FR), 7-2 Vanilla Dancer (GB), 6-1 Dazzlelikethis (IRE), Irisante (GER), 7-1 Hay Meadow (IRE), 17-2 Lizzie Luna (GB), 28-1 Generous Scorpion (GB), 100-1 Ghidora (GB)
This could go the way of Lucinda Russell’s point winner HAY MEADOW who shaped well on her debut in this sphere when fourth at Hexham and could take a sizeable step forward now her stamina is unlocked. Vanilla Dancer is much more exposed but arrives at the top of her game and rates a big threat, while Jasmine d’Airy and Lizzie Luna also have the form to play a part.
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Danny McMenamin
Tom Bellamy
Race 3 3.00PM
Total prize fund £8000
two miles about four furlongs (2m 3f 171yds) for four yrs old and upwards
EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Alexander (14 wins from 111 runners, 13%) runs BEAT THE RETREAT & NOT IN KANSAS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerrieo (3 wins from 25 runners, 12%) runs GOOD COMPANY
Weightwatcher: CORAL BLUE won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 8lb to 92.
Longest Traveller: GOOD COMPANY trained by O Greenall & J Guerrieo, Malpas, 242 miles
Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Millicent Bridge (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. P. G. Hamilton
Trainer: Alison Hamilton, Denholm
Breeder: Mr Kevin Talbot
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 5/51-50P
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has regressed from hurdling bow posting two below-par efforts at Newcastle (latest when pulled-up 19 days ago). Hooded and needs to find improvement for switch to handicaps STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/1/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96
2 GOOD COMPANY (GB) (51)
Br g Dragon Dancer - On Yer Own
Owner: Cummins Civil Engineering Ltd
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Mark Fitton
Sponsor: Swansway
6 11 12
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW star, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars and cap Form: F66
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability prior to falling 2 out at Bangor on hurdling debut in November and shaped as if one for handicaps/longer trips when staying on past beaten horses at Wetherby (16f) 51 days ago Could be a different proposition now facing a greater stamina test on handicap debut.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 94
3 LOOKING SPLENDID (GB) (25)
B g Passing Glance - Splendid Blue (IRE)
Owner: Mrs A. J. Boswell
Trainer: Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
Breeder: Mrs Joanna Boswell
7 11 11
Colours: VIOLET, WHITE hoops, VIOLET sleeves, TURQUOISE BLUE cap Form: 5P4256
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown enough in handicap runs over this sort of distance to suggest he capable of winning a race of this nature, forgiven latest effort when chasing a brisk pace over an inadequate trip (sixth of 12, Catterick, 15.7f) and he’s one to be interested in stepping back up in distance Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 93
4
CORAL BLUE (IRE) (14)
B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Eva’s Time (IRE)
Owner: Mr Duncan McCready
Trainer: Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm
Sponsor: Solway Fuels
10 11 10
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK diamond, PINK sleeves, ROYAL BLUE diamonds Form: 05P-404 CD 5 wins £22515
TIMEFORM VIEW Far from disgraced when fourth of 10 in a stronger event over C&D two weeks ago (was still well in contention turning for home) and is now 2lb below his last winning mark stepping back down in grade Interesting contender Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 92
5
NOT IN KANSAS (GB) (14)
B m Gentlewave (IRE) - Spinning Away
Owner: Rug, Grub & Pub Partnership
Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Breeder: Kinneston Bloodstock
Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
8 11 4
Colours: RED, WHITE Cross of Lorraine, RED sleeves, WHITE spots Form: 1-10306 CD 2 wins £7921
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner shaped as if back in form following wind surgery when respectable sixth of 13 in a handicap hurdle at this venue 2 weeks ago, deserving of extra credit having been hampered by a faller in the earlier part of the race Back in trip now and chances would be helped if they go a good gallop Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86
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AGILULF (GB) (31) 6
Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Turin (IRE)
Owner: Molly and Paul Willis
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Breeder: Knavesmire House Stud
11 3
Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap Form: 30P4U0
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden after 17 starts and while he’d have a chance based on his creditable fourth over C&D in November, he posted a disappointing effort on his only completion since and now needs to bounce back in first-time hood and tongue tie combination. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
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Jamie Hamilton
Henry Brooke
Conor O’Farrell
Danny McMenamin
Bruce Lynn
Brian
7
BEAT THE RETREAT (IRE) (14) 6
B g Getaway (GER) - Lindy Lou
Owner: The Vernon Girls
Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Breeder: A. H. B. Hodge
Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
11 3
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars Form: P0-P300 1 win £3168
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable third over C&D (3 lengths behind second placed Looking Splendid) in November but failed to back that up on next start. Forgiven latest effort at this venue (stamina stretched by 3m) and while he’s capable of bouncing back in first-time cheekpieces, others are more consistent.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
8
BILLABLE GRANT (IRE) (27)
B g Watar (IRE) - Coleta (IRE)
Owner: Jackie Stephen Racing Club
Trainer: Jackie Stephen, Melrose
Breeder: Dermot Day
Sponsor: Carden Livestock Co
8 10 10
Colours: RED and BLACK stripes, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 00P040 1 win £4957
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came in an Irish maiden hurdle back in March 2022. Showed the benefit of his recent stable debut, fourth of 16 in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, good to soft) in December but regressed on next start at Ayr (seventh of 12) and has a bit to prove now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 78
9
LUMINARIES (IRE) (99)
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE)
Owner: The Farming Boys
Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Breeder: Liam Gilsenan
Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
8 10 2
Colours: RED, GREY spots, BLACK sleeves, RED and GREY quartered cap Form: PP-6000
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in various events over hurdles and failed to build on promise of stable debut at Kelso in October when down the field (in first time tongue strap) at the same venue the following month. Tongue-tie retained and difficult to fancy on most recent evidence Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70
10 LE FOU’S KEEP (IRE) (11)
B m Le Fou (IRE) - Slaney Conflict (IRE)
Owner: Mr H. Burns
Trainer: Hugh Burns, Alnwick
Breeder: P. Carter
10 10 2
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, LIGHT BLUE sleeves Form: 3P-0000
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who has regressed even further this season, cheekpieces having no impact when ninth of 10 in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Sedgefield (19.8f, soft) 11 days ago Headgear removed and tongue-strap back on remains easy to oppose Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70
2024 WINNER: EVERYONESACRITIC (IRE) 5 10 11 Brian Hughes 11-1 (Evan Williams) 11 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Hood worn first time by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 7, 9, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Looking Splendid (GB), 11-2 Not In Kansas (GB), 7-1 Good Company (GB), 15-2 Agilulf (GB), Beat The Retreat (IRE), Billable Grant (IRE), 8-1 Coral Blue (IRE), 18-1 Gone With The Tide (IRE), 25-1 Luminaries (IRE), 33-1 Le Fou’s Keep (IRE)
This certainly isn’t the strongest race for the grade, and LOOKING SPLENDID has shown enough in handicaps over this sort of distance to suggest he is more than capable of winning this Coral Blue performed with plenty of credit in a stronger race over C&D two weeks ago, so he is a danger, as is handicap-debutant Good Company who could be better than what he’s shown in novice company.
Dominic Hislop (10)
Joshua Thompson (7)
Sean Quinlan
Peter Kavanagh (3)
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Race 4 3.30PM
Total prize fund £8000
two miles about four and a half furlongs (2m 4f 68yds) for five yrs old and upwards
THE GEORGE CRAWFORD LEGACY TRUST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (39 wins from 190 runners, 21%) runs HENRY GRAY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 39 runners, 10%) runs HENRY GRAY
Longest Traveller: BRAVETHEWAVES trained by O Greenall & J Guerrieo, Malpas, 242 miles
1 ARCTIC AMBITION (IRE) (26)
B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - See The Clouds
Owner: Raceline Scotland Ltd
Trainer: Paul Robson, Alnwick
Breeder: Mr & Mrs James Hannon
10 12 0
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK cross belts, diamonds on sleeves and cap Form: 0-620PP 5 wins £27367
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up off 2lb higher at Cartmel in the summer but pulled up last 2 starts 5 months apart, reported to have an irregular heartbeat on penultimate start. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98
2
GOODTIMES BADTIMES (IRE) (25) 10 11 11
B g Doyen (IRE) - One Love (IRE)
Owner: Chicken Hutch Racers
Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Breeder: S. J. Osborne
Sponsor: Sandy Thomson
Colours: MAROON, WHITE stripe and sleeves, quartered cap Form: 0-4332P C D 2 wins £18485
TIMEFORM VIEW Not straightforward and spurned a good opportunity at Sedgefield in the autumn. Below-par effort back from 3 months off at Catterick since Remains easy to oppose from a win perspective STEWARDS
NOTE: Following its run on 22/1/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95
3 LOW MILEAGE (IRE) (50)
B g Westerner - Miss Knowall (IRE)
Owner: Mr G. T. Bewley
Trainer: George Bewley, Colby
Breeder: Edmond Kent
Sponsor: Lloyd Ltd
7 11 6
Colours: YELLOW, BLACK triple diamond, BLACK and YELLOW diabolo on sleeves, BLACK cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 450-0P3
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden chaser in Ireland but offered little first 3 starts for current connections Stopped the slide to some extent in this headgear at Catterick last time but not enough to make him of immediate interest. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
4
HENRY GRAY (IRE) (58)
Gr g Doyen (IRE) - Gray’s Anatomy (IRE)
Owner: Mr Les Buckley
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Mr M.P Kelly
Sponsor: Special Piping Materials Ltd
Ryan Mania
9 11 3
Colours: BLACK, BLACK and RED diabolo on sleeves Form: 40/532-5
TIMEFORM VIEW Very big gelding (point winner) who ran his best race to date when second of 6 in handicap chase at Catterick (19.2f) last winter Probably needed the run on belated return at Uttoxeter 8 weeks ago and better expected back in this sphere
5
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87
MINELLA YOUNGY (IRE) (11)
B or Br g Beat Hollow - Cheryls Island (IRE)
Owner: D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood
Trainer: Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Breeder: Mrs Mary Margaret Roche
Sponsor: North Sea Logistics
7 11 1
Colours: BLACK and WHITE stripes, chevrons on sleeves Form: 043554 2 wins £10734
TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record over hurdles/fences for this yard this season and failed to justify support at Sedgefield 11 days ago Mark continues to fall at least (now 12lb below last winning mark). Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 85
6
DIVAS DOYEN (IRE) (13) 8 11 0
B m Doyen (IRE) - Sleeping Diva (FR)
Owner: The Unlikely Tenors
Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso
Breeder: Cyril O’Hara
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW hoop Form: 401224 D BF 1 win £3960
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark at Carlisle in November before good second over this C&D next 2 starts Needs to shrug off a rare below-par effort at Carlisle 2 weeks ago but she is the type to do so Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 84
Craig Nichol
Edward Austin (5)
Brian Hughes
Sean Quinlan
Patrick Wadge
7
BRAVETHEWAVES (GB) (25) 8 10 12
B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Miss Lucky Penny
Owner: The Brave Bunch
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Mr S. G. Adams
Sponsor: Swansway
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, diamonds on sleeves, striped cap Form: 0/-000F1 1 win £4224
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but off the mark at the second attempt over fences at Catterick last month under a confident ride and should have more to offer in this sphere Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 82
8
ONENIGHTINTOWN (IRE) (73) 11 10 5
B g Robin des Pres (FR) - Snug Bunch (IRE)
Owner: The Rat Pack Racing Club
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Breeder: J. Conlon
Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
Colours: RED, WHITE stars, WHITE and RED chevrons on sleeves Form: 2P-P45P 3 wins £12420
TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable sort who has yet to fire this term and easy to oppose Change of headgear Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 75
9
EX S’ELANCE (FR) (69) 11 10 2
B g Saddex - Pampa Brune (FR)
Owner: Mr V. Thompson
Trainer: Victor Thompson, Alnwick
Breeder: Mme M. Glais & Mme A. Glais
Colours: RED, YELLOW sash, hooped sleeves and cap Form: P00-F60 D 5 wins £21632
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner in spring 2023 but has been struggling for a while now, his jumping particularly an issue this season. 3lb out of handicap Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 69 Charlie Maggs (5)
2024 WINNER: COOLKILL (IRE) 10 11 11 Ryan Mania 7-2 (Sandy Thomson) 9 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3, 5, 6, 9. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Bravethewaves (GB), 9-2 Minella Youngy (IRE), 5-1 Divas Doyen (IRE), 11-2 Henry Gray (IRE), 9-1 Low Mileage (IRE), 10-1 Goodtimes Badtimes (IRE), 16-1 Arctic Ambition (IRE), 28-1 Onenightintown (IRE), 33-1 Ex S’Elance (FR)
BRAVETHEWAVES proved none the worse for his spill on chasing debut when off the mark under a confident ride at Catterick last month and can defy a 6lb rise The low-mileage Henry Gray is of interest back over fences, while Divas Doyen is another to consider if her latest run can be forgiven.
Toby Wynne (3)
Alice Stevens (3)
Race 5 4.00PM
Total prize fund £8000
About three miles (2m 7f 180yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards THEVISIT racingtv.com
NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
RACE STATS
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) No Horse
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (38 wins from 284 runners, 13%) runs REFLECTION OF YOU
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs REFLECTION OF YOU
Longest Traveller: TAKE A HIKE trained by D J Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green, 332 miles
1
EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN (IRE) (25)
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Ravish
Owner: Mrs D Chapman & Mrs E Quinlan
Trainer: Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Breeder: Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd
Sponsor: Bolton Mill Holiday Park
7 11 12
Colours: PURPLE, PINK star, PINK and PURPLE chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap, PURPLE star Form: 500256
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who finished a good second over C&D in November and similar form both outings since, not beaten far when sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f) 25 days ago Eased 1lb ahead of this and he’s an each-way player
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93 Ross Chapman
2 REFLECTION OF YOU (GB) (41)
B m Jack Hobbs - Gold Reef
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch & Mr A. King
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
6 11 10
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.
Form: 110-635 C D 1 win £2723
TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in Irish points (Oct 2023) and followed up in 6-runner bumper here first time out under Rules in April Hasn’t come close to that form in 3 hurdle runs this winter but does now get a first crack at handicaps Cheekpieces/tongue tie on/also had wind op Betting can guide Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
3
ANAMANDA (FR) (27) 6 11 6
Gr m Reliable Man - Anyana
Owner: Turcan Dunning Stewart Borwick Robertson
Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Breeder: A. Moroney
Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
Colours: LIGHT BLUE and BLACK (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 4-60242 3 wins £31943
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner on the Flat in France and some promise over hurdles, finding only one too good for second time in 3 starts at Ayr (21.4f) 4 weeks back. Not discounted operating from the same mark back up in trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87
4
DR SHIROCCO (IRE) (69)
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE)
Owner: I I F T F
Trainer: Sandy Forster, Kelso
Breeder: J. P. King & P. Turley
10 11 3
Colours: LIGHT GREEN, PURPLE cross belts, PURPLE cap, LIGHT GREEN star Form: 234014 CD 4 wins £20279
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 20 attempts over hurdles but made it win number 4 over fences here (23.6f) in November Creditable fourth nudged up 2lb back here 2 months ago and no great surprise to see a good showing returned to timber Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84
5
BEAT THE BOUM (GB) (67) 6 11 1
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Langley House (IRE)
Owner: The Late Boumers
Trainer: Jackie Stephen, Melrose
Breeder: T. C. Dawson
Sponsor: Carden Livestock Co
Colours: DARK GREEN, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap Form: 3P5-500
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who attracted support but didn’t see his race out when eighth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Hexham (23.3f) in December Cheekpieces reached for back from a 67-day break but he does need to take a step forward.
6
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 82 Danny
STAR VANTAGE (IRE) (13) 8 11 1
B g Ocovango - Laura’s Star (IRE)
Owner: HOLMFIRTH RACING
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Miss Laura Sleator
Sponsor: J S Landscapes, Bluegrass Horse Feeds
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW chevrons on sleeves Form: F-00432
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 runs but he hasn’t been with Rebecca Menzies for that long and has shaped encouragingly since stepped up to 3m, pulling clear of the rest when chasing home a stablemate at Southwell 13 days ago Big player if this doesn’t come too quick.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 82
Derek Fox
Conor O’Farrell
Henry Brooke
McMenamin
Brian Hughes
7
TAKE A HIKE (IRE) (24)
B m Mahler - Sommer Ode (IRE)
Owner: Mr Niall Halley
Trainer: D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Breeder: Vincent Finn
7 11 0
Colours: EMERALD GREEN and DARK BLUE check, EMERALD GREEN cap Form: 25-5032
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both completed starts in Irish points Steady improver over hurdles, best effort yet on first crack at this sort of trip when second in 10-runner Wetherby handicap 24 days ago Feasible to think she could have more to offer as a stayer and respected. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81
8
DIDNTGOTWENTY (IRE) (52) 6
Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Brogarais (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. W. Hazeldean
Trainer: Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Breeder: Thomas Ward
Sponsor: Tote
10 8
Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, RED diamonds, WHITE cap Form: 6-4000
TIMEFORM VIEW Unplaced both starts in Irish points and well held over hurdles to date. Could show more now upped in trip/sent handicapping from a very lowly mark and the betting may provide a useful guide Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
2024 WINNER: BALKARDY (FR) 7 11 9 Isabel Williams 13-2 (Evan Williams) 8 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Tom Bellamy
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Star Vantage (IRE), 9-2 Anamanda (FR), 11-2 Take A Hike (IRE), 6-1 Reflection of You (GB), 15-2 Dr Shirocco (IRE), 8-1 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE), 14-1 Beat The Boum (GB), 16-1 Didntgotwenty (IRE)
STAR VANTAGE hasn’t been with the Rebecca Menzies’ yard long and again ran well when chasing home a stablemate at Southwell 2 weeks ago Clear of the remainder that day, he’s one to be interested in from this sort of mark and earns the vote re-united with Brian Hughes Take A Hike and Anamanda are others fancied to feature, with handicap-debutante Reflection Of You another to note, particularly if the market spoke in her favour
William Maggs (5)
Race 6 4.30PM
Total prize fund £10000
Two miles about seven and a half furlongs (2m 7f 138yds) for five yrs old and upwards THE WATCH
RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (38 wins from 284 runners, 13%) runs JEM IN EM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs JEM IN EM
Longest Traveller: RED HAPPY trained by G Bewley, Colby, 137 miles
1 GANAPATHI (FR) (80) 9 11 12
B g Samum (GER) - Une Dame d’Avril (FR)
Owner: Mrs Wilma Duffus
Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Breeder: E.A.R.L. Detouillon
Sponsor: Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited, Sandy Thomson
Colours: BLACK and YELLOW stripes, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, BLACK star Form: 0506P4 3 wins £18642
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdle/chase winner for Willie Mullins but losing run stretches back to June 2022 and he hasn’t set the world alight in 6 starts for present yard. Others are preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110 Ryan Mania
2
RED HAPPY (FR) (67)
Ch g Red Dubawi (IRE) - Happynees (FR)
Owner: Gibson, Annett and Mandle
Trainer: George Bewley, Colby
Breeder: S.C.E.A.Du Haras Des Sablonnets et al
Sponsor: Lloyd Ltd
8 11 11
Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE and WHITE halved sleeves Form: 1353-0P D 12 wins £89411
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick at Carlisle over a year ago but he has run below-par at Kelso at Hexham this winter, retried in blinkers last time Has plenty to prove now.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109
3
CARDAMON HILL (IRE) (69)
Br g Presenting - Through The Lens (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Margaret Coppola & Mrs Dianne Sayer
Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith
Breeder: Brucetown Farms Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
8 11 6
Colours: MAROON, WHITE chevrons, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 634113 CD 4 wins £22282
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in November and comes here on the back of a solid third of 6 in handicap chase here (20.3f, good to soft) following month. Enters calculations eased 1lb Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104
4
HOLD ONTO THE
LINE (IRE) (14) 8 11 5
Br g Westerner - Dedoctorsdaughter (IRE)
Owner: Ewart, Drew, Kesson & Phillips
Trainer: James Ewart, Langholm
Breeder: John Bowler
Sponsor: Fitzdares
Colours: PINK, DARK BLUE chevron, hooped sleeves Form: 01-5F23 C 4 wins £16375
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who arrives in good nick, third of 10 in handicap chase here (15.8f, good to soft) 14 days ago Significantly up in trip and not discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103
5
JEM
IN EM (IRE)
(78)
B g Well Chosen - Apache Rose (IRE)
Owner: The Jemsters
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: David McKeever
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
7 11 4
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 24-3042 2 wins £7475
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 3m2f hurdles winner who has started well in this sphere, coming in a very good second of 7 in handicap chase at Newcastle (29.9f, good) in November Expected to be bang there after a break. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 102
6
WHOSMYDADDY (IRE) (63)
B g Atlantic Waves (IRE) - Misty Native (IRE)
Owner: J.Fyffe & K.Mercer
Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
Breeder: Martin Cullinane
7 11 2
Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 611-5P3 CD 2 wins £7921
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Not discredited for his new yard (formerly with Sandy Thomson) when third of 7 in handicap chase at Carlisle (26.1f, soft) 63 days ago In the picture off a 2lb lower mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
Jonathon Bewley
Henry Brooke
Brian Hughes
Derek Fox
Danny McMenamin
2024 WINNER: CAPTAIN QUINT (IRE) 8 11 12 Craig Nichol 7-2 (Rose Dobbin) 7 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 6. Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Jem In Em (IRE), 7-2 Cardamon Hill (IRE), 5-1 Hold Onto The Line (IRE), 17-2 Ganapathi (FR), 9-1 Whosmydaddy (IRE), 14-1 Red Happy (FR)
JEM IN EM is less exposed than these over fences so can build on his
time out and gain a first win in this sphere In-form C&D scorer Cardamon Hill
second
however, while Hold Onto The Line and Whosmydaddy also need factoring into this open handicap chase
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Race 7 5.00PM
Total prize fund £8000
About two miles (1m 7f 124yds) for four yrs old and upwards THE 100% RACINGTV PROFITS
BACKTO RACING CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable A
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (38 wins from 284 runners, 13%) runs SNOW DRAGON
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs MILAJESS
Weightwatcher: PROSPECT HOUSE won off a handicap mark of 80, his rating is now down 7lb to 73.
Longest Traveller: KING ULANDA trained by O Greenall & J Guerrieo, Malpas, 242 miles
1 KING ULANDA (IRE) (32)
B g Kingston Hill - Ulanda (IRE)
Owner: The Happy Monarchs
Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Breeder: Aidan Sexton
Sponsor: Swansway
5 12 0
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, halved sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and RED quartered cap Form: 1656 D 1 win £2178
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a gamble in Huntingdon bumper for Tom Weston last May. Hasn’t translated that ability to hurdles in 3 attempts but no surprise were he to make a much bigger impact now handicapping.
2
TRAILBLAZER (GB) (11)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ballymore Celebre (IRE)
Owner: Ian Nicol Racing
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Breeder: Carmel Stud
6 11 10
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE striped sleeves, check cap Form: 040043 D 1 win £3960
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over 2m at Perth in July and arrives on the back of creditable in-frame efforts at Newcastle and Sedgefield in recent weeks Respected with a refitted tongue tie added to his regular cheekpieces
3
HEART ABOVE
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93
(GB) (80) 7 11 10
B g Shirocco (GER) - Cool Baranca (GER)
Owner: Margaret Coppola & Dianne Sayer
Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith
Breeder: Emma Sayer
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: MAROON, WHITE chevrons, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 023121 CD 2 wins £9505
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in handicaps in the autumn, winning at Perth and over C&D Sure to go well again if returning from an 80-day break in similar form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93
4
JET PATROL (IRE) (64)
Br g Jet Away - Caramaleta (IRE)
Owner: Cakemuir Racing
Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Breeder: Doyle Brothers
Sponsor: Sandy Thomson
8 11 6
Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW stars and sleeves, YELLOW cap, DARK GREEN stars Form: 44-F0F0
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who made the frame in a maiden/novice last winter Would have finished second in a C&D maiden in November but for a late fall but weakened into a well-held seventh in a Newcastle handicap since Off for 2 months (has wind surgery). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
5 SKIDDAW (IRE) (80) 7 11 3
B g Mount Nelson - Bonnie Theatre (IRE)
Owner: Alexander, Bruce & Cundall
Trainer: N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Breeder: Ms L. Wafer
Sponsor: Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
Colours: GREY, BLACK hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 50PF-45
TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability in maiden hurdles last term and bettered previous handicap efforts when fifth in the C&D contest won by Heart Above in November Meets that rival on 7lb better terms now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
6
LA QUARITE (FR) (21) 5 11 1
B g Seahenge (USA) - Etoile de Kerfelec (FR)
Owner: D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood
Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham
Breeder: Gwenole Thepot, Sandy Thepot & Joel Le M
Sponsor: North Sea Logistics
Colours: PURPLE, PURPLE and YELLOW check sleeves, quartered cap Form: 6-06665
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on C&D handicap debut for Iain Jardine last February but has failed to reproduce that since Tongue tied first time
Toby Wynne (3)
Ben Smith (5)
Patrick Wadge
Tom Midgley
Bruce Lynn (3)
7
PURPLE GOWN (IRE)
(25) 6 11 0
Ch m Teofilo (IRE) - Saintly Hertfield (USA)
Owner: Molly and Paul Willis
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Breeder: J. S Bolger
Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, RED cap Form: 55-5465 2 wins £9407
TIMEFORM VIEW Isn’t straightforward but she won on the Flat last summer Some encouragement back hurdling in the autumn but needs to shrug off below-par efforts on her last 2 outings Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 83
8
SNOW DRAGON
(IRE) (46) 4 10 13
Gr g Decorated Knight - Rose of Miracles
Owner: Lamont Racing
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
Sponsor: Lamont Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: U54
TIMEFORM VIEW Has run to a barely modest level on both completed starts over hurdles but no surprise were this 4-y-o to take a step forward in handicaps Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94 Alan Doyle
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MILAJESS (IRE) (11)
B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Tistrueforme (IRE)
Owner: The Monday Club
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Breeder: Mr Nicholas Kelly
Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
8 10 8
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN chevron, BLACK sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE and DARK GREEN hooped cap Form: 020452
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 23 runs but she recorded one of her best efforts for this yard when second of 10 at Sedgefield (17f, soft) 11 days ago No match for the winner but that one scored easily again over fences earlier this week. Big player off 1lb lower Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77
10 AWAY SHE GOES (IRE) (27)
B m Mahler - Boynagh Joy (IRE)
Owner: No Gooners All About The Lady
Trainer: Paul Robson, Alnwick
Breeder: Sheila & Alan Morrell
6 10 7
Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW seams, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, YELLOW star Form: 60-600P
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to make an impact in 2 bumpers/3 starts over hurdles for Brian Ellison last year and pulled on Ayr handicap debut for new trainer Paul Robson last month. Hard to fancy after that. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 76
11
PROSPECT HOUSE (IRE) (46)
B g Retirement Plan - Niffyrann (FR)
Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing
Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton
Breeder: Ms Virginia Naylor-Leyland
Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd
7 10 4
Colours: MAROON and PINK diamonds, MAROON sleeves, PINK stars, MAROON cap, PINK star Form: 1-50535 1 win £5281
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Market Rasen handicap hurdle off 7lb higher in September 2023. Rather hit and miss since but is well treated if a return to hurdles sparks a revival Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 73
12
INOUE (IRE)
(16) 5 10 3
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Rose Indienne (FR)
Owner: Any Excuse
Trainer: Paul Robson, Alnwick
Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd
Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE stars and sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, YELLOW star Form: P66B03
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but his latest 2m Catterick handicap third was his best run to date One of 2 runners for his stable Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
13
FOSHAN (IRE) (24)
B g The Last Lion (IRE) - China In My Hands
Owner: Molly and Paul Willis
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses Breeder: Mr Seamus McGarvey
6 10 2
Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap Form: P0-0BP0
TIMEFORM VIEW Did not show much when running on the Flat and no form over hurdles 3lb out of handicap Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 68 Joe Williamson
2024 WINNER: BASHFUL 6 11 12 Conor O’Farrell 6-4 (Iain Jardine) 10 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 5, 12. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 7, 11, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Heart Above (GB), 6-1 Milajess (IRE), 9-1 Trailblazer (GB), 10-1 Inoue (IRE), 11-1 King Ulanda (IRE), La Quarite (FR), 14-1 Jet Patrol (IRE), Skiddaw (IRE), Snow Dragon (IRE), 16-1 Prospect House (IRE), 22-1 Purple Gown (IRE), 50-1 Away She Goes (IRE), 150-1 Foshan (IRE)
Jack Power (3)
Joshua Thompson
Conor Rabbitt
Peter Kavanagh
Edward Austin
MILAJESS is a long-standing maiden but she did bump into a handicap blot at Sedgefield last week and this might finally be her day. Heart Above was at the top of his game when last seen in November and heads the dangers along with Trailblazer Handicap-newcomer King Ulanda would also be of interest if the betting vibes are strong.
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EVACUATION PROCEDURE
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HBLB
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SHUTTLE BUS
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HORSE CARE AT MUSSELBURGH
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At every race meeting at Musselburgh there are three specially qualified equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Medical Teams responsible for the welfare of the Jockeys. The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race. It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground This does not reflect on the severity of an injury, but allows the vet so privacy and the horse the opportunity, in a calm environment, to ma a recovery Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erec around a fallen horse.
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ATM Cash Machines are located adjacent to the Bistro Bar Glass Door & Main Tote Windows. Only £20 notes and multiples thereof are dispensed. There is a £2 transaction fee charged.
Racecourse Information and bookings are available at the Racecourse Office in the Weighing Room
FACILITIES FOR GUESTS IN WHEELCHAIRS
MEETING POINT
The suggested meeting point is outside the Weighing Room
CCTV
CODE OF CONDUCT
Cloakroom facilities are available in the tunnel underneath the grandstand The cloakroom closes 30 minutes after the last race If lost property has not been claimed 30 days following the race meeting, items will be donated to charity.
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Please note that for security purposes there will be CCTV monitoring throughout the racecourse today.
The Code of Conduct is a shared responsibility between the racecourse and you, the racegoer, regarding behaviour whilst on-course The Code of Conduct is an important part of our ability to reopen and welcome significant numbers of spectators so it is vital that you familiarise yourself with it in advance. A copy can be found on our website and will be provided with your purchase confirmation.
WALLYFORD TRAIN STATION
SUNDAY 16TH FEBRUARY
TRAVEL INFORMATION
NEWCRAIGHALL TRAIN STATION
We offer a free raceday courtesy bus service to and from Musselburgh Racecourse servicing the park and ride facilities at:
The bus to Wallyford will depart at 16.20 & 17.25 to coincide with departures to Edinburgh at 16.40 & 17.44 and departures to North Berwick at 16.48 & 17.49.
Scotrail trains may be subject to short notice alterations on Sunday 16th February.
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The bus will depart from the racecourse side (north) of Linkfield Road at the corner of Millhill The bus to Newcraighall will depart at 16.20 & 17.25 to coincide with departures to Tweedbank at 17.24 & 18.24.
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RACE CONDITIONS
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
First Race 2.00 - THE AGRICULTURE AND EQUINE COURSES AT SRUC MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for maiden four yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £35. - Closed February 10th, 2025. SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.30 - THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 5lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Musselburgh Racecourse will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the £100,000 Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, 22nd March, 2025. 12 entries at £35. - Closed February 10th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.00 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed February 10th, 2025.
Fourth Race 3.30 - THE GEORGE CRAWFORD LEGACY TRUST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) 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, February 10th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 23rd March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifier 13 entries at £40. - Closed February 10th, 2025.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE VISIT racingtv.com NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. £40 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £40. - Closed February 10th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.30 - THE WATCH RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 23rd March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Red Rum Series qualifier. 11 entries, 1 at £10 and 10 at £50. - Closed February 10th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.00 - THE 100% RACING TV PROFITS BACK TO RACING CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Penalties, after February 8th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to February 13th, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb Musselburgh Racecourse will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 21st March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Sea Pigeon Series qualifier 18 entries at £40. - Closed February 10th, 2025.
FIXTURE LIST
DATE
RACEDAY
FRI 21 MAR GO NORTH JUMPS RACEDAY
WED 2 APR START OF THE FLAT SEASON RACEDAY SUN 13 APR THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES RACEDAY
2 MAYAFTERNOON RACING SAT 7 JUNE THE EDINBURGH CUP RACEDAY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EDINBURGH GIN
TUE 1 JULYTHE ALAN STEEL ASSET MANAGEMENT RACEDAY
TUE 22 JULYLUCA’S ICE CREAM FAMILY RACEDAY
FRI 1 AUGUST THE 90’S FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES
TUE 26 AUGUST THE RACING TV RACEDAY
WED 27 AUGUST THE PORTOBELLO CUP RACEDAY
AFTERNOON RACING
WED 5 NOV SCOTTISH FLAT SEASON FINALE RACEDAY FRI 28 NOV THE START OF THE JUMPS RACEDAY
MON 8 DEC THE FESTIVE JUMPS RACEDAY MON 22 DEC CHRISTMAS JUMPER RACEDAY
THUR 1 JAN NEW YEAR’S DAY RACEDAY