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How To Bet
There are plenty of ways to bet at Newbury – you can either bet with the bookmakers in the ‘ring’ in front of the Grandstand and the Crafty Filly, at one of the many Totepool kiosks or in one of our Betting Shops, located on the ground floor of the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand and the Berkshire Stand. Here’s a step-by-step guide of what to do:
1. Select your horse and note its name and racecard number.
2. Choose your bet –‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are the two most common types:
• ‘To win’ is for your horse to come first.
• ‘Each-way’ is when you place two bets in one: one for your horse to come first, the other for it to be placed. Therefore £2 each-way = £4 total bet.
• What qualifies as a ‘place’ depends on the number of runners: between two and four runners - first place only; between five and seven runners - first and second place; eight runners and over - first three places; 16 runners and over (handicaps only) - first four places.
• The place part of the bet will be paid out at a fraction of the odds, usually a quarter or a fifth - this varies depending on the bookmaker, so check if you are unsure!
3. Decide the amount, also known as the stake that you are comfortable to bet.
4. Choose your outlet and place your bet e.g. “£2 win on number three” or “£2 each-way on number six”.
5. If your horse has won, wait to hear “weighed in” over the public address system and then go and collect any winnings!
6. Got so swept up you forgot to collect your cash? There are details of how to collect winning slips after the raceday on our terms and conditions page near the back of the racecard.
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WHAT’S ON
PART ONE
Experience all the fabulous entertainment we have on offer today!
The Gold Cup Marquee
Head over to the popular Coral Gold Cup Marquee to enjoy live acoustic music. Televised racing action and a private bar await in this popular space within the Grandstand Enclosure
After Party
Don’t disappear on us, stay for our afterparty with international party band ’29 Fingers’ in the Gold Cup Marquee, getting underway at around 3:45pm.
Free Entertainment
Enjoy a free ride on Newbury’s new ferris wheel which is open all day. Our flower walls in the Premier Enclosure also offer the ideal backdrop for the perfect snap while our roaming band will be out and about today too.
Darts Challenge
How good’s your aim? Test your skill and precision courtesy of Coral’s dart activation - with the chance to enter a draw to win future Coral Gold Cup tickets - in the Grandstand Enclosure
Trips To The Jump
Fancy getting closer to the action? Why not watch one of the races from the last fence with former jockey David Crosse. Simply meet David outside the weighing room at the following times and he will accompany you to the view-point and explain a little about the upcoming race
12:20pm for the 12:40pm race 3:15pm for the 3:35pm race
RoR Parade
Head to the Parade Ring between the first and second races to enjoy a retraining of racehorses parade –with some big names!
Jockey Autograph Session
Meet your favourite jockey courtesy of our signing session, taking place outside the weighing room at 11:15am with leading Jockeys in attendance
Punters’ Panel
Join our group of experts and tipsters for our punters’ panel at 11:35am in the Parade Ring to get all the tips ahead of the day’s action.
WHAT’S ON PART
TWO
Experience all the fabulous entertainment we have on offer today!
Meet A Retired Racehorse
Come and meet Maherlvous, our equine ambassador - visit the stable next to the Eastern Entrance before the first race.
Crafty Filly Self-Serve Bar
If you’re in the Premier Enclosure visit our new self-serve bar in the Crafty Filly – serving a wide range of drinks.
Equine Art
Equine artist, Liz Armstrong, will be displaying originals and limited edition prints on the first floor of the Berkshire Stand.
Coral Gold Cup Sale
The Coral Gold Cup sale by Goffs is back with the thoroughbred auction taking place in the Pre-Parade Ring after the last race
Injured Jockeys Fund
Get your charity Christmas cards and festive essentials as we welcome back the Injured Jockeys Fund team who will be in their usual position, to the left hand side of the weighing room
Guinness Zone
Head to the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand to experience the brand new Guinness Zone Expect all things Guinness with bars, food and a photo opportunity for you and your friends
Butterfly Hats
Local Berkshire milliners Michelle Boyt and Amanda Denton will be on the ground floor of the Berkshire Stand where you will be able to find a huge range of hats on display. Select from ready to wear items or have a bespoke creation made to your own specification - perhaps even in your own racing colours.
Red Bull Sampling
Keep an eye out for the Red Bull minis, on-site today sampling the new range of Red Bull plus the chance to get some complimentary drinks vouchers.
Cocktail Box
Marquee Offer
Buy one cocktail and get the second half price before 1pm from the Coral Gold Cup Marquee.
Shuttle Bus
From 4pm, we will have a FREE shuttle bus running from the Eastern Entrance to Newbury Coach Station until 7pm.
RACE 1 12.07
THE PLAY CORAL “RACING-SUPER-SERIES” FOR FREE MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £35000
(For conditions of this race see page 63)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (47 wins from 195 runners, 24%) runs JUBILEE ALPHA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runs JUBILEE ALPHA
Longest Traveller: SANSRISK trained by J P Dempsey, Ireland.
B m No Risk At All (FR) - Eau Perlee (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR))
Mr David L’Estrange J. P. Dempsey, Ireland
Br Mr Gheorghe Codre TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who opened hurdles account at the third attempt in a Fairyhouse maiden. Progressed when following up in a Grade 3 at Down Royal (17f, good to soft) earlier this month and, while that wasn’t a particularly strong race of its type, she has to enter calculations.
2 LISTENTOYOURHEART (IRE) (23) 5
HHHII
Br m Getaway (GER) - Illwalktheline (IRE) (Presenting) J Harry Skelton
S T Racing - The Founders’ Syndicate
Br Yellowford Bloodstock
Dan Skelton, Alcester 1225-11 CD
S Stanley’s
TIMEFORMVIEW Overcame inexperience to make a winning bumper debut at Sedgefield last autumn and has looked good in 2 starts over hurdles, easily landing the odds in a Market Rasen maiden and 4-runner C&D novice (good to soft). Remains open to any amount of improvement and she’s a serious player.
3 DISCO ANNIE (IRE) (11) 6 11 0
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Betty Beck (IRE) (Westerner)
Graham & Christine Seward
Br Mr Michael Halpin
HHHHH
J Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield 0-62011
S Bluegrass Horse Feeds H
TIMEFORM VIEW Has raised her game the last twice, bagging back-to-back 17.2f Carlisle handicaps, latterly doing well to overcome a pace bias in a 9-runner contest in which she narrowly prevailed but probably had more in hand than the margin of victory would suggest. Much more on her plate this time.
4 JUBILEE ALPHA (IRE) (233) 5 11 0
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Queen Alphabet (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) J Harry Cobden The Pendil Partnership
Br Cathal Ennis
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 12-
S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to bumper winner Four Clean Aces and looked above average when forging clear to make a successful start in a Wincanton in February Built on that when runner-up in a Grade 2 at the Aintree Grand National meeting (Listentoyourheart back in fifth) and she’s an intriguing hurdles debutante.
5 KAYF HOPE (IRE) (9) 7 11 0
B m Kayf Tara - No Time For Tears (IRE) (Celtic Swing)
J Jack Quinlan MT13 Golf Classic Racing Club
Br Mr S. Gorman
Thomas Gallagher, Borehamwood 2210/3-0
TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £55,000 after winning an Irish point in 2022 but she hasn’t cut much ice in 3 starts over hurdles so far and is punching well above her weights at this level.
6 KITTY FOYLE (IRE) (23) 4 11 0
B f Teofilo (IRE) - Kazimiera (Dubawi (IRE)) J Harry Reed Troika Racing Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne 12 Br Godolphin
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful stayer on the Flat (stays 2m) and bright start over hurdles when landing 9-runner mares’ novice at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good) in September However, she was no match for Listentoyourheart here next time and a 3lb pull is unlikely to be enough to see her narrow the gap.
7
LITTLE SOIREE (IRE) (259)
Gr mVendangeur (IRE) - Turmoss (FR) (Turgeon (USA))
Mr Patrick Kehoe
Br Mr R. Bryan
6 11 0 BHA105
J Rex Dingle
Chris Gordon, Winchester 40000F-
S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up twice in bumpers for Willie Mullins and while she failed to shine in 5 runs (2 over hurdles) for Paul Nolan, there were more encouraging signs on debut for this yard in a 2m Kempton novice during the spring (in a share of third and keeping on when falling at the final flight). TFRHHIII
8 RULA BULA (IRE)
(16)
5 11 0
BHA-
B m Mount Nelson - Kopitar (IRE) (Kalanisi (IRE)) J Jonjo O’Neill Jr Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins
Br Peter Greaney
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 6142-1 D
S Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family and left her debut well behind when landing a mares’ Warwick bumper last November Signed 2023/24 campaign off with a good second in Sandown listed bumper and she duly delivered when odds on for her recent hurdles debut at Market Rasen (20.6f, good). Brimming with potential. TFRHHHII
9
WALKADINA (FR) (29) 5
11 0
BHA-
B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Walkada (FR) (Walk In The Park (IRE)) J JackTudor Prof C Tisdall, J White & A Underhill
Br K. Perreau, L. Colson & E. Lejault
David Pipe, Wellington 322-1 D
S W & S Recycling T TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both starts in bumpers during the spring and she looked potentially useful when routing the opposition on return/hurdles debut at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good to soft).That form looks decent (the second has already won since) and this 5-y-o does not look out of place at this level. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
2023: MANIMOLE 6 11 3 Sam Twiston-Davies 8-11 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 6 ran
Betting Forecast: 11-4 Listentoyourheart (IRE), 10-3 Jubilee Alpha (IRE), 9-2 Sansrisk (FR), 11-2 Walkadina (FR), 7-1 Rula Bula (IRE), 25-1 Disco Annie (IRE), 33-1 Kitty Foyle (IRE), 40-1 Little Soiree (IRE), 300-1 Kayf Hope (IRE)
Race Summary: A strong renewal of this listed race, with several highly promising mares on show. LISTENTOYOURHEART was behind Jubilee Alpha in an Aintree bumper during the spring but she has improved since switched to this sphere, winning her two starts over hurdles in the manner of a mare going places. Conversely, Jubilee Alpha has been absent since Aintree, so Dan Skelton’s charge holds an edge both in terms of experience and match-fitness. Walkadina is third choice ahead of Rula Bula and Sansrisk.
1-2-3: 1.LISTENTOYOURHEART (IRE) 2.JUBILEE ALPHA (IRE) 3.WALKADINA (FR)
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THE CORAL SIR PETER O’SULLEVAN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £45000
(For conditions of this race see page 63)
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (50 wins from 233 runners, 21%) runs WISEGUY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runs INCH HOUSE & TWINJETS
Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2018 and 2021. The stable runs INCH HOUSE & TWINJETS today
Longest Traveller: SIZABLE SAM trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 122 miles.
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - QuoraVallis (FR) (Mansonnien (FR))
J Miss Megan Fox (7)
Mr Jonathan Gregory Harry Derham, Newbury 44/2/241-
Br Mr Andre Noel Dutertre
S OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, career best when winning 9-runner handicap chase at Musselburgh (20.3f, soft), running on. Off 11 months. Still unexposed for this stable and should be well prepared for this.
2 LE MILOS (GB) (35)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Banjaxed Girl (King’s Theatre (IRE)) J Harry Skelton
The Jolly Good Partnership
Br Little Lodge Farm & Rahinston Farm
Dan Skelton, Alcester 0/3000-5 C
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Big improver over fences for this yard in 2022/23, including victory in the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury Modest last season but on a handy mark and should come on for reappearance at Cheltenham a month ago. TFRHHHII
3 TWINJETS (IRE) (23) 7 11 7
B g Jet Away - Shenamar (IRE) (Beneficial)
J Harry Cobden
Mr C. W. Rodgers Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 0314-52
Br Pat Morrissey
S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple bumper/hurdles winner who found improvement when making a successful debut for Paul Nicholls over fences at Doncaster (3m, good to soft) last December Back on track here last time and should put up another bold showing. TFRHHHHH
4 INCH HOUSE (IRE) (224)
B g Ocovango - Ask Hazel (IRE) (Ask)
Mr Michael Geoghegan
Br R. McCarthy
J Freddie Gingell (3)
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 31124F- CD
S Morson Group
T
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner over hurdles who has progressed well for switch to chasing, landing back-toback handicaps here prior to a solid second at Cheltenham (25.2f). Modest subsequently but has joined Paul Nicholls (from Jonjo O’Neill) and top claimer takes the ride. Deserves respect. TFRHHHII
5 HIGHSTAKESPLAYER (IRE) (28) 8
B g Ocovango - Elivette (FR) (Arvico (FR))
Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head
Br Mr Brian Keenan Jnr
J Stan Sheppard
Tom Lacey, Woolhope 11/1P1-2
S Plumbing World
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who made it 4-5 over fences in 3m handicap chase at Kempton in April. Solid reappearance when second at Ascot and should be able to make his presence felt again. TFRHHHHI
6 GENOIS (FR) (29) 8 11 3
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - La Rousseliere (FR) (April Night (FR))
Mr John P. McManus
Br Haras de La Rousseliere
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 5-33031
S Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful hurdler/chaser at his best for Enda Bolger in Ireland. Opened his account for this yard in ready fashion at Wetherby last month but jumping might not hold up in this more competitive environment. TFRHHHII
7 IMPERIL (FR) (195)
8 11 3
BHA134
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Irevoltar Has (FR) (Sagamix (FR)) J Jack Quinlan
Chesneaux Littmoden Nick Littmoden, Newmarket 6/4104-0 D
Br E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful chaser in France. Bit below form 35 3/4 lengths seventh of 13 to Gran Diose in Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris at Auteuil (29.8f, soft, 26/1). Off 6 months since but potentially well in on best form.
8 FARCEUR DU LARGE (FR) (210) 9 11 1
Gr g Turgeon (USA) - Antagua (FR) (Cadoudal (FR))
RC Syndicate II
Br Pascal Noue & Charlotte Thoreau
TFRHHHII
BHA132
J Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn P0115-4
S racingclub.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at best in Ireland and won first two starts over fences for this stable earlier this year. Not in same form when last seen 7 months ago but shouldn’t be written off. TFRHHHII
9 SIZABLE SAM (GB) (668) 9 10 11
Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Halo Flora (Alflora (IRE))
J Lorcan Williams
The Hopefuls Jeremy Scott, Dulverton 126/221/Br Shade Oak Stud S Brendon Powerwashers CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winning hurdler who was last seen landing a 4-runner novice chase at Exeter That was 22 months ago, however, so hard to know what level of ability he retains.
10 DEMNAT (FR) (231) 7 10 10
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sandside (FR) (Marchand de Sable (USA))
Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Mr GuyVimont
S Faucets Limited
TFRHHHII
J Charlie Deutsch
32//130P-
TIMEFORMVIEW Made light of a 32-month absence on his yard debut when easily landing 5-runner handicap chase at Ludlow (20f, soft) in February Didn’t fire subsequently but back in trip and fresh could be the time to catch him with stable going well.
11 WISEGUY (IRE)
(227)
TFRHHHHI
8 10 8
B g Fame And Glory - Sunset Queen (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) J James Bowen
The Wise Guys & Girls Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 51466PBr Philip Hore
S Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Exeter winner last November but off since being pulled up in 3m handicap hurdle at Cheltenham in April. Needs to get back on track returned to chasing. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.
2023: INCH HOUSE (IRE) 6 11 3 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 6-4 (Jonjo O’Neill) 8 ran
Betting Forecast: 5-1 Twinjets (IRE), Highstakesplayer (IRE), 15-2 Genois (FR), 8-1 Fidelio Vallis (FR), 11-1 Le Milos (GB), 12-1 Inch House (IRE), Demnat (FR), 14-1 Sizable Sam (GB), 16-1 Wiseguy (IRE), 18-1 Imperil (FR), Farceur du Large (FR)
Race Summary: TWINJETS was right back on track when runner-up here last time and may yet have more to offer for Paul Nicholls, so he gets the marginal vote over Highstakesplayer, who filled the same position at Ascot on his latest outing. Demnat is worthy of interest back fresh for an in-form stable.
1-2-3: 1.TWINJETS (IRE) 2.HIGHSTAKESPLAYER (IRE) 3.DEMNAT (FR)
RACE 3 1.15
THE CORAL “WE’RE HERE FOR IT” NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000
(For conditions of this race see page 63)
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (50 wins from 233 runners, 21%) runs CALIFET EN VOL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (10 wins from 30 runners, 33%) runs CALIFET EN VOL
Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2023. The stable runs CALIFET EN VOL today
Longest Traveller: FRENCH SHIP trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 108 miles.
1 CALIFET ENVOL (IRE) (19)
Br g Califet (FR) - Mallards In Flight (IRE) (Well Chosen)
McNeill Family & Stone Family Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 2
Br Thomas Anthony Geoghegan
S Ultima Business Solutions
TIMEFORM VIEW Cost plenty after finishing runner-up on his only outing in Irish points and having shaped encouragingly in an Ayr bumper in April, looked a smart prospect when bolting up in 6-runner novice at Kempton (21f, good to soft) on hurdling debut earlier in the month. Rates a very smart prospect.
2 ELECTRIC MASON (IRE) (22) 5 11 6
B g Sandmason - Eclectica Girl (Multiplex)
Mrs Nicola Morris
Br Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary
J Freddie Gordon (5)
Chris Gordon, Winchester 3120-21
S Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Point recruit who opened his account in bumpers at Kempton back in February Stuck to his task nicely when runner-up on hurdles debut at Uttoxeter last month and went one better with a gritty display in 14-runner novice at Fontwell (17.7f, good to soft) recently Can progress further
3 SILVERTHORN
(GB) (42)
5 11 6
Gr g Martaline - Miracle Maid (Selkirk (USA)) J Harry Cobden
Syders & Burkes
Br Whitley Stud
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough 42-1
S Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEW Reached the frame in 2 bumpers earlier in the year and made a successful hurdle debut in a 2 3/4m Stratford maiden (heavy) 6 weeks ago. That form was only fair, but he can better it.
4
THE NEW LION
(GB) (32) 5 11 6
B g Kayf Tara - Raitera (FR) (Astarabad (USA))
Darren & AnnaleyYates
Br R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg
J Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester 1-1
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEW Bred to stay well but showed no shortage of speed when winning a Market Rasen bumper on debut in April. Again looked an excellent prospect on return when scooting clear in 14-runner novice at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) last month and looks sure to go on to much better things.
5
FRENCH SHIP (GB) (24)
B g French Navy - Starlit Cantata (Oratorio (IRE))
Wayne Clifford & Ian Gosden
Br Shoreham Stud
4 11 5
TFRHHHHH
J Micheal Nolan
Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 42-121
S Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner at Haydock in May who built on his hurdling debut promise when winning 11-runner novice at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) earlier this month, staying on well and by no means yet the finished article. The runner-up that day won at Wetherby earlier this week and he can progress again. TFRHHHII
6 SPRINGS A GIRL (IRE) (30) 5 10 13
B m Irish Wells (FR) - Flags Flying (IRE) (Tiger Hill (IRE))
J Daire McConville (7)
A Grand Day Out Martin Keighley, Cheltenham 100-U1
Br Michael Ryan
S FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEW A fair bumper winner who put her hurdling debut mishap well behind her (when hooded) in causing an 80/1 shock in 11-runner novice at Stratford (22f, good to soft) last month, sustaining her run to edge ahead close home. Faces a stiff task in this company, however TFRHHIII
2023: JINGKO BLUE (FR) 4 11 0 Nico de Boinville 7-4 (Nicky Henderson) 12 ran
F
Betting Forecast: 7-4 Califet En Vol (IRE), 9-4 The New Lion (GB), 11-2 French Ship (GB), 7-1 Silver Thorn (GB), 14-1 Electric Mason (IRE), 33-1 Springs A Girl (IRE)
Race Summary: A pre-Christmas cracker with all six arriving on the back of a recent win, but it’s hard to escape the impression THE NEW LION left when scooting clear at Chepstow on hurdling debut last month, so he’s fancied to maintain his unbeaten record for the red-hot Skelton outfit. Califet en Vol clearly learnt from his bumper effort back in the spring when bolting up on return/hurdling debut at Kempton recently, so he looks the obvious danger, with French Ship taken to fill out third.
1-2-3: 1.THE NEW
2.CALIFET EN
(IRE) 3.FRENCH SHIP
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SATURDAY 16 TH AUGUST 2025
RACE 4 1.54
THE CORAL “DAILY REWARDS SHAKER” HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £40000
(For conditions of this race see page 63)
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (50 wins from 233 runners, 21%) runs GENTLE SLOPES, IMPOSE TOI, NO ORDINARY JOE & SPRING NOTE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (10 wins from 30 runners, 33%) runs GENTLE SLOPES, IMPOSE TOI, NO ORDINARY JOE & SPRING NOTE
Fancy That: D Skelton won this race in 2020 and 2023. The stable runs LAC DE CONSTANCE today
Longest Traveller: ISSAM trained by T Symonds, Hentland, 83 miles.
B g Getaway (GER) - Shadow Dearg (IRE) (Beneficial)
Mr John P. McManus
Br Sean Reilly
J Freddie Gordon (5)
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 20/P030-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced 8-y-o who ended last term in good form, shaping much better than distance beaten suggests when seventh in Martin Pipe at the Festival in March Record fresh a positive and there’s a big handicap in him from this mark this season.
2
B g Fame And Glory -You Take Care (IRE) (Definite Article) J Harry Reed
Mr Andrew Mitchell
Br Eamonn McGuinness
Harry Derham, Newbury 10/01-54 CD
S Owzat-Cricket
TIMEFORM VIEW Well prepared to make a winning return to action at Kempton (21f) 12 months ago but missed the remainder of the campaign and low-key efforts upon returning in recent months, well-beaten last of 4 back in corresponding race 19 days ago. Tough to assess at present. TFRHHIII
3 HUBRISKO (FR) (463) 7 11 10
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Ubriska (FR) (Apsis)
J Jonathan Burke Normans, Ramsay, Tufnell & Bishop
Br SCEA De L’Aubay & SC Couetil Elevage
Harry Derham, Newbury 0/32201-
S OLBG T
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful hurdler/chaser for Willie Mullins, well served by front-running tactics when landing 6-runner Killarney maiden chase (23f, soft) in August of last year Off since but stable’s runners rarely lack for fitness and interesting if strong in betting back over timber Tongue strap refitted. TFRHHHII
4
ANYHARMINASKING (IRE)
(36) 7 11 9
B g Getaway (GER) - Collen Beag (IRE) (Mountain High (IRE))
Mrs Gay Smith
Br James A. Slattery
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 20245-3
S Ashford Stud of 5095, Wasdell Group CP
TIMEFORMVIEW Ran up to form when third of 13 in 2m3f handicap at Cheltenham on his reappearance 5 weeks ago, although his finishing effort again wasn’t strong even in first-time cheekpieces (retained). Entitled to strip fitter for that and possibilities here (runner-up 12 months ago). TFRHHHII
5 IMPOSETOI (FR) (322) 6 11 8
B g It’s Gino (GER) - Saraska d’Airy (FR) (Ungaro (GER))
Mr John P. McManus
Br Aurelien Hamm &Vanessa Frison
J James Bowen
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 12/1123- D
TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive hurdler who made a winning return at Cheltenham (16.4f) 12 months ago and likely he’d have followed up had he jumped better when chasing home stablemate Luccia at Ascot (15.7f) a month later
Good third in Lanzarote final start in January and he’s of interest on return. TFRHHHHH
6 IVALDI (FR) (608)
B g Night Wish (GER) -Valence (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR))
J Lorcan Williams
Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 42F451/-
Br Mr Denis Parreau Delhote S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced 6-y-o who found improvement under a switch to positive tactics when running out a ready winner of 14-runner handicap hurdle at Ascot (21.6f) in spring 2023. Things can’t have been plain sailing to be absent subsequently but surprise where he not capable of better still. TFRHHHII
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Gr g Martaline - Kendova (FR) (Kendor (FR))
Mr Andrew L. Cohen
Br SCEA PA Ouvry & Ecurie desVives Terres
Dan Skelton, Alcester
S Wood Hall Stud Limited
J Harry Skelton
246/53-F
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful over hurdles and fences and in process of making an encouraging return from 11 months off when falling last at Uttoxeter (20f) 6 weeks ago (still upsides runner-up at the time). Another who commands respect from this sort of mark. TFRHHHII
8 INTHEWATERSIDE (FR) (232) 6 11 6
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) -Vared (FR) (Denham Red (FR))
McNeill Family & G C Stevens
Br Haras de la Rousseliere SCEA
J Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 1/14123-
S Ultima Business Solutions
H
TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in bumpers and, having landed 2 of his first 3 starts over hurdles, he improved further in defeat last spring, smashing third having forced a strong gallop in 19-runner handicap hurdle at Aintree (20f, soft) on final start. Worth considering on return/following wind op. Hood retained. TFRHHHHI
9 ISSAM (FR) (48)
B g Nicaron (GER) -Venus de Re (FR) (Network (GER))
Lady Gibbings
Br Yvon Madiot, Herve Tison & Pauline Tison
6 11 3
J Jordan Nailor
Tom Symonds, Hentland 31201-4
S Gun Dog Gin Ltd
T CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who scored in the mud at Exeter (18.5f) and Wincanton (2 1/2m) last season. Returned with a rallying fourth in last month’s Welsh Champion Hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f) but his revised mark does demand that little bit more. Back up in trip. TFRHHHII
10 SPRING NOTE (IRE) (227)
Ch m Mahler - Spring Baloo (IRE) (Definite Article)
Canter Banter Racing
Br Stephanie Hanly
6 11 3
J David Bass
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 16/0110- C
S Unibet
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who made light of a hefty rise in weights and took her record here to 3-3 when successful in 6-runner handicap (16.3f) back in March Didn’t last out back at this sort of trip at Cheltenham (20.2f) on final start inApril and this rates a tough enough ask on seasonal bow. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/4/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. TFRHHHII
11 GUARDTHE MOON (GB) (21)
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Polly Potter (Kayf Tara)
James & Jean Potter Ltd
Br James & Jean Potter
6 10 11
J SamTwiston-Davies
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 322-112 D BF
S Potter Group, Potters House TIMEFORMVIEW Came good over hurdles in 23f Hexham maiden in May and followed up in 21f Warwick handicap 5 months later. Raised his game further despite making mistakes when runner-up from 6lb higher mark at Aintree (24.7f) 3 weeks ago and he looks sure to give another good account. TFRHHHII
12 GENTLE SLOPES (GB) (322)
7 10 9
B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Dalriath (Fraam) J Charlie Deutsch
Mr Anwar Badri Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 15135/1-
Br Yorton Farm Stud
S Unibet TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who had missed a year but showed improved form to get off the mark at third attempt over hurdles in a Kempton novice (2m) in January Bred to stay this far and he’s open to further progress now his sights are set on handicaps/after 10 months off. One of 4 representing Nicky Henderson. TFRHHHHI
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12 (EXACTA)
Hood worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8. 2023: GET A TONIC (IRE) 7 11 1 Harry Skelton 28-1 (Dan Skelton) 10 ran
Betting Forecast: 4-1 Impose Toi (FR), 11-2 Inthewaterside (FR), 8-1 Guard The Moon (GB), 9-1 Anyharminasking (IRE), 10-1 Lac de Constance (FR), 11-1 Gentle Slopes (GB), 14-1 Hubrisko (FR), Issam (FR), 16-1 No Ordinary Joe (IRE), Spring Note (IRE), 22-1 Ivaldi (FR), 28-1 Dargiannini (IRE)
Race Summary: Unsurprisingly claims can be made for plenty with the narrow vote in favour of IMPOSE TOI. Last seen finishing a good third in the Lanzarote Hurdle at Kempton in January, he appeals as being on a handy mark and, having won on his reappearance last winter, he could be the way to go. Inthewaterside ran a cracker from the front when placed in a big field handicap at Aintree in the spring and he’s a threat. Low-mileage Gentle Slopes and Lac de Constance complete the shortlist.
1-2-3: 1.IMPOSE TOI (FR) 2.INTHEWATERSIDE (FR) 3.GENTLE SLOPES
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THE
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CLUB INTERMEDIATE
HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Registered as THE GERRY FEILDEN) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £55000
(For conditions of this race see page 63)
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (50 wins from 233 runners, 21%) runs ASTON MARTINI & JERIKO DU REPONET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (10 wins from 30 runners, 33%) runs ASTON MARTINI & JERIKO DU REPONET
Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2014, 2019, 2020 and 2022. The stable runs ASTON MARTINI & JERIKO DU REPONET today Longest Traveller: EXCELERO & CASTELFORT trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 133 miles.
1 SALVER (FR) (260)
B g Motivator - Salve Evita (Monsun (GER))
Mr Keith Graves Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 11113- D
Br Genets Srl
S Heart Of The South Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a very useful juvenile hurdler last term, winning his first 4 starts in the mud before posting a fine third in Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham final run. One to consider on his return. TFRHHHII
2 BALLEE (IRE) (203) 5 11 7
B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Spartan Angel (IRE) (Beneficial)
J Micheal Nolan
The Ballee Syndicate Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 311U2-P D
Br Greg Rossiter & Denis Hickey
S Philip Hobbs Racing H
TIMEFORM VIEW Impressed when winning a brace of 2m Taunton novices last term and ran a cracker when second on handicap bow at Aintree in April, displaying a great attitude. Pulled up at Haydock when last seen but almost certainly found that coming too soon and returns with yard in fine form. Had breathing op. TFRHHHHH
3 OUR CHAMP (IRE) (28)
B g Champs Elysees - Affascinare (IRE) (Milan)
6 11 7
J Freddie Gordon (5) Pearson,Jenner,Hawkings,Dunford&Harding Chris Gordon, Winchester 3013-61 D
Br Fethard Bloodstock
S Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd T
TIMEFORMVIEW Returned to his best with a recent run behind when coming out on top in a close finish in 10-runner handicap hurdle at Ascot (15.7f, good) 28 days ago, despite rider dropping his whip on the run-in. TFRHHHHI
4 JERIKO DU REPONET (FR) (20) 5 11 6
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Ukaline du Reponet (FR) (Agent Bleu (FR)) J James Bowen
Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1/111P-P CD BF
Br Mr Daniel Jannet
TIMEFORMVIEW Successful sole start in points and looked a fine prospect when winning his 3 starts over hurdles, including a Grade 2 at Doncaster Pulled up in Supreme at Cheltenham and played up beforehand when running no sort of race on chasing bow at Sandown on return. Still of interest back over hurdles. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/11/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad jumping error TFRHHHII
5
QUEENS
GAMBLE (IRE) (336) 6 11 1
Ch m Getaway (GER) - Gambling Girl (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA))
Mr A Frost and Mr E Galvin
Harry Derham, Newbury
Br Ardmulchan Stud S Tote
J Jonathan Burke
TIMEFORMVIEW Listed bumper winner for Oliver Sherwood who won all 3 starts over hurdles for this yard last season, latterly in 6-runner listed event at Taunton (16.5f). Off 11 months but will go on improving and opening mark looks potentially lenient.
6 LIARI (FR) (49)
B g Cracksman - Lidiyana (FR) (Motivator) J Harry Cobden Neil Smith & Alfie Smith Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br S.C.E.A. Haras de Son Altesse L’Aga Khan S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat in France and similar form when winning all 3 starts in juvenile hurdles for this yard, latterly at Musselburgh in February Held back by jumping in Fred Winter at Cheltenham but shaped well when third at Chepstow (2m) on return and interesting with that under his belt.
7 OOH BETTY (IRE) (20) 6 11 0
B m Westerner - On The Prairie (IRE) (Definite Article)
Butler, Langford, Paterson & Tory
Br Miss Hannah Cashman
J Ben Jones
Ben Clarke, Corscombe 12232-1 D
S Tote T
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins last season, including a Hereford handicap, and ended her campaign with a series of good placed efforts. Has a breathing operation prior to making a successful reappearance in 7-runner handicap at Sandown (2m) but this will require another step forward. TFRHHHII
8 BALLYBENTRAGH (IRE) (232)
B g Fame And Glory - Shuil Dorcha (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))
Mr David Maxwell
Br Mrs Marilyn Syme
7 10 13
J Mr David Maxwell (3)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 221226- D
S The Fitzdares Club
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who made a successful start over hurdles at Sandown in January Good efforts under a penalty next 2 starts prior to facing a stiff task in Aintree Grade 1. Opening mark not overly generous but he has the physique to go on improving this season, not least when sent chasing. TFRHHHII
9 ASTON
MARTINI
(GB) (17) 5 10 8
B m Getaway (GER) - Gabriella Rose (Kayf Tara)
HP Racing Aston Martini
Br Goldford Stud
J David Bass
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1114-2 D
S Unibet
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who also landed her first 2 starts over hurdles last winter Possibly unsuited by more testing conditions when a remote fourth in Sandown Grade 2 in February and resumed her progress sent handicapping when runner-up at Bangor (19.6f) recently, still finding when jinking at the last. TFRHHHII
10 THE FAMOUS FIVE (FR) (252)
B g Camelot - Palme Royale (IRE) (Red Ransom (USA))
6 10 5
J Charlie Deutsch
Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford 0//33411- D
Br Bloodstock Agency Ltd
S Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner in France who was going the right way over hurdles when last seen, readily landing handicaps at Leicester in January and Bangor in March Has an 8-month absence to overcome in a deeper race but could have more to offer for a yard that has clicked into gear lately TFRHHHII
11 NAVAJO INDY (GB) (32)
5 10 5
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Navajo Charm (Authorized (IRE)) J Gavin Sheehan
M Baker, K Ibberson and H Pearman Tom Symonds, Hentland
Br Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop S Gun Dog Gin Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who made the most of a good opportunity to open his account over hurdles at Wincanton (15.2f) in April. Took his form up a notch when defying a penalty at Bangor 7 months later, though was rather fortunate. Into handicaps now and ought to give his running once more. TFRHHHII
12 EXCELERO (FR) (208)
B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Si St Eloi (FR) (Limnos (JPN))
Holt Macnabb Robinson Carpenter
Br O. Tricot
4 10 5
J David Noonan
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton 241-3
S Culverhill Farm Racing H
TIMEFORM VIEW Chased home Salver at Warwick on debut then Sir Gino at Cheltenham (fourth) before making the most of a good opportunity back down in grade at Market Rasen in March Still looked raw when third under a penalty at Kempton on final outing and remains with potential. TFRHHHII
13 CASTELFORT (FR) (266)
B g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Stellarmor (FR) (Soldier of Fortune (IRE)) J SamTwiston-Davies Chasing Gold Racing Club
Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant & J. Le Roux
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton 21126- D
S Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed fairly useful form when winning a pair of juvenile events last season. Found his good run of form coming to a halt on handicap debut at Sandown on final outing and reappears in a strong-looking event. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13 (EXACTA)
Hood worn by No. 2, 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.
2023: HANSARD (IRE) 5 12 0 Niall Houlihan 15-2 (Gary Moore) 8 ran
F Betting Forecast: 13-2 Queens Gamble (IRE), 15-2 Jeriko du Reponet (FR), Liari (FR), 8-1 Aston Martini (GB), 9-1 Our Champ (IRE), 10-1 Excelero (FR), 12-1 Salver (FR), The Famous Five (FR), 16-1 Ooh Betty (IRE), 18-1 Ballee (IRE), 20-1 Navajo Indy (GB), 28-1 Ballybentragh (IRE), 33-1 Castelfort (FR)
Race Summary: BALLEE showed plenty of ability over hurdles last season, including when shaping best in a big-field handicap at Aintree in the spring and, with his final run at Haydock easily excused, he’s an appealing candidate returning with his yard firmly amongst the winners. Unbeaten hurdler Queens Gamble has an 11-month absence to overcome but her opening BHA mark could easily underestimate her, while Our Champ won in a good time at Ascot and completes the shortlist.
1-2-3: 1.BALLEE (IRE) 2.QUEENS GAMBLE (IRE) 3.OUR CHAMP (IRE)
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The History Of The Coral Gold Cup
Datsalrightgino
The Coral Gold Cup was first run at Cheltenham in 1957 but was moved to Newbury after three years, forging a reputation as one of the most prestigious races in jumps racing. It has earned its place through the achievements of a glittering roll call of former winners, headed by Arkle, who represent many of the best chasers to have graced the sport.
Mill House, Bregawn, Burrough Hill Lad, One Man, Denman, Bobs Worth, Many Clouds and Native River were others to have embellished their careers with victory in the 3m2f handicap chase.
There have been no three time winners, Arkle narrowly failing when beaten by Stalbridge Colonist, to whom he was conceding 35lb, in 1966, and Denman finishing third in 2010.
The late Fulke Walwyn enjoyed multiple successes with an unmatched record of seven wins from Mandarin (1957 & 1961), Taxidermist (1958), Mill House (1963), Man of the West (1968), Charlie Potheen (1972) and Diamond Edge (1981).
Nicky Henderson (2005 Trabolgan, 2012 Bobs Worth & 2013 Triolo D’Alene) and Paul Nicholls (2003 Strong Flow, 2007 & 2009 Denman) are the most successful current trainers with three wins each.
Willie Robinson and Tom Scudamore have ridden the most winners of the race, Robinson on Mandarin (1961), Mill House (1963) and Man of the West (1968), and Scudamore on Madison du Berlais (2008), Sizing Tennessee (2018), Cloth Cap (2020).
There have been four horses that have captured the Coral Gold Cup and the Cheltenham Gold Cup in the same season - Arkle, Bregawn, Denman and Bobs Worth.
Native River won the Coral Gold Cup and Welsh National in 2016 and the following season landed the 2018 Cheltenham Gold Cup.
Many Clouds remains the only horse to have won both the Coral Gold Cup and the Grand National at Aintree.
Last year's renewal saw Jamie Snowden take the honours with Datsalrightgino.
Native River
Coral Gold Cup Roll Of Honour
THE CORAL GOLD CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £250000
(For conditions of this race see page 63)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (47 wins from 195 runners, 24%) runs KANDOO KID
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runs KANDOO KID
Longest Traveller: GENERAL EN CHEF trained by N George & A Zetterholm, France.
1 SAM BROWN (GB) (28)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Cream Cracker (Sir Harry Lewis (USA)) J Freddie Gingell (3)
The Exors of Mr T. C. Frost Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br T. C. Frost S geegeez.co.uk V T
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart veteran chaser who won 3m handicaps at Warwick and Ascot last season. Returned with a fine third in the Charlie Hall at Wetherby 4 weeks ago. Visor refitted now. Plenty to admire about his enthusiasm but some performance will be needed to defy top weight as he approaches his 13th birthday.
2 MIDNIGHT RIVER (GB) (29) 9 11 11
Ch g Midnight Legend - Well Connected (Presenting)
Mr Frank McAleavy
Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited
J James Bowen
Dan Skelton, Alcester 101/3F-3
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes T CP
TIMEFORMVIEW Signed off a fine 2022/23 season by landing 25f Grade 3 handicap at the Aintree Grand National meeting. Off for 11 months after a fall in this race last year but shaped as if retaining his ability when third of 4 in 19f Wetherby handicap 4 weeks ago. Has first-time cheekpieces added to tongue strap. TFRHHHII
3 SENIOR CHIEF (GB) (35)
B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Absalom’s Girl (Saddlers’ Hall (IRE))
Lucky In Life Syndicate
J Darragh O’Keeffe
Henry de Bromhead, Ireland 3/321P-1
Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and quickly made up into a better chaser, bouncing back from a flop in the Irish Grand National when making a winning reappearance in 25f Cheltenham handicap 5 weeks ago. That was only his fifth start over fences so surprise if there isn’t more to come. A must for the shortlist. TFRHHHHI
4 HORANTZAU D’AIRY
(FR) (41) 7 11 9
B g Legolas (JPN) - Panzara d’Airy (FR) (Cadoubel (FR))
J Danny Mullins
Mrs S. Ricci W. P. Mullins, Ireland 1-23F22 BF
Br Mr Claude-Yves Pelsy T
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over fences in the spring and has shown better form in defeat this season, finishing runner-up in Kerry and Munster Nationals (both 3m) on his last 2 outings. Merits plenty of respect for his top Irish stable. TFRHHHHI
5 COLONEL HARRY (IRE) (27) 7 11 8
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Stateable Case (IRE) (Be My Native (USA))
J Gavin Sheehan
The GD Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn 21364-2 BF
Br Tommy James S BetVictor T
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who took the Grade 2 Towton novice at Wetherby (2 1/2m) last winter
Sound reappearance run in a Carlisle Listed event 4 weeks ago, shaping as if a return to a left-handed track will suit (jumped left). His stamina is an unknown but his trainer knows what it takes to win this. TFRHHHII
6 GENERAL EN CHEF (FR) (28) 8 11 8
B g Martaline - Sortie de Secours (FR) (Trempolino (USA)) J Benjamin Gelhay
Andy Peake & Haras De StVoir N. George & A. Zetterholm, France 011-313
Br Haras De Saint-Voir
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart French chaser who was back to his best when third in the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris at Auteuil in May. Two good runs at Compiegne this autumn, including a Group 3 win. Looks on a feasible mark for his first run in Britain. TFRHHHII
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7 BROADWAY
BOY (IRE)
(35) 6 11 8
B g Malinas (GER) - Broadway Theatre (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) J SamTwiston-Davies
Mr D. M. Proos Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 21135-3 D BF
Br John Leahy
S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins in a productive novice chase campaign, including a valuable staying handicap at Cheltenham. Reappeared with a respectable 12 1/4 lengths third of 14 to Senior Chief there (25f, good) 35 days ago. TFRHHHII
8 GRANDERO BELLO (FR) (34) 8 11 7
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Tchi Tchi Bang Bang (FR) (Perrault) J Ricky Doyle
J. Reed/R. Caddick
Br Mr Remi Boucret & Mr Arnaud Charrie
Eddie & Patrick Harty, Ireland 2124/0-1
TIMEFORMVIEW Doubled his tally over fences when making light of an 8-month absence in 22.5f Galway handicap 5 weeks ago. The form has been boosted by the third winning since. TFRHHHII
9 KANDOO KID (FR) (232)
8 11 5
Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Scarlett du Mesnil (IRE) (Muhtathir) J Harry Cobden
Mr Michael Geoghegan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 212P23- C
Br Henri Devin
S Morson Group T
TIMEFORMVIEW Won a 2 1/2m course handicap last December Ended his season with fine placed efforts in Greatwood here (2 1/2m again) andTopham at Aintree (21f). Modest on previous attempt at 3m but the way he stuck on in theTopham suggests longer trips should be within range this season. Has had wind surgery STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/4/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. TFRHHHII
10 REMASTERED (GB) (21)
Ch g Network (GER) - Cathodine Cayras (FR) (Martaline)
Brocade Racing
Br Elms Stud Co Ltd & G. Peck
11 11 5
BHA145 (-1)
J JackTudor
David Pipe, Wellington P/0PP-1F
S W & S Recycling
T TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in this race in 2022. Last season was a write-off (including pulled up in this) but he bounced back to form to take advantage of his reduced mark on his Wincanton reappearance in October Still going okay when fell 4 out in Badger Beer back there since. TFRHHHII
11 GALIA DES LITEAUX (FR) (27)
B m Saddler Maker (IRE) - Serie Love (FR) (Agent Bleu (FR))
8 11 4
J Harry Skelton
Mr Michael Ariss Dan Skelton, Alcester 12240-2 BF
Br Henri Gruloos
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes CP TIMEFORMVIEW Listed/Graded winner who showed she can also mix it in competitive handicaps when second in the Classic Chase at Warwick (19f) in January Shaped well when second in 2 1/2m Carlisle mares’ listed chase on reappearance and the step back up in trip is sure to suit. Considered.
12 VICTTORINO (FR) (263)
B g It’s Gino (GER) -Victtorie (FR) (Vettori (IRE))
J Charlie Deutsch Martians Racing Venetia Williams, Hereford 4/1104P-
Br Jean-Paul & Marie-Odile Deshayes
S Spillers Horse Feeds TIMEFORM VIEW French import who won back to back over 3m at Ascot for Venetia Williams at this time last year, latterly the valuable Silver Cup. Ended his campaign with a disappointing run at the Cheltenham Festival but no surprise were he to resume his progression back from a break with the yard going well.
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B g Shirocco (GER) - Easter Bonnie (IRE) (Milan)
Elizabeth and Oliver Troup
Br Otto Daniel Kueres
HHHHH
J Ben Jones
Ben Pauling, Naunton 5111P-4 C
S Fitzdares CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a hat-trick in novice chases last season, including a Grade 2 at Ascot. Pulled up in National Hunt Chase on final outing and last of 4 in 3m course handicap on reappearance 23 days ago. The return to fences should suit but others have less to prove TFRHHIII
B g Milan - Chit Chat (Bob Back (USA)) J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Hemmings Racing
Br Sean Murphy
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham P23P0-3 D
S Trust Inns Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful handicapper who was placed in the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow and Grand NationalTrial at Haydock last winter Made an encouraging return to action at Carlisle 4 weeks ago but this might not place quite enough emphasis on stamina for him. TFRHHIII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14 (EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 9, 10. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 11, 13.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9. 2023: DATSALRIGHTGINO (GER) 7 10 7 Gavin Sheehan 16-1 (Jamie Snowden) 20 ran
Betting Forecast: 11-2 Senior Chief (GB), 7-1 Colonel Harry (IRE), 8-1 Broadway Boy (IRE), Victtorino (FR), 12-1 Horantzau d’Airy (FR), Kandoo Kid (FR), Galia des Liteaux (FR), 16-1 Midnight River (GB), General En Chef (FR), Henry’s Friend (IRE), 25-1 Sam Brown (GB), Grandero Bello (FR), 28-1 Iron Bridge (IRE), 50-1 Remastered (GB)
Race Summary: Venetia Williams has her team in form so perhaps the reappearing VICTTORINO, who has gone well fresh before, can take advantage of a mark which has dipped to only 1lb higher than when landing another valuable handicap last December Senior Chief should have more to offer on the back of last month’s Cheltenham success and is second choice ahead of Galia des Liteaux.
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THE CORAL “PIPPED-AT-THE-POST” AND WIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (For the Jim Joel Memorial Trophy) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £50000
(For conditions of this race see page 63)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (47 wins from 195 runners, 24%) runs BEAU BALKO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runs BEAU BALKO
Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2019 and 2021. The stable runs BEAU BALKO today Longest Traveller: IMPERIAL SAINT trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 108 miles.
1 ETALON (IRE) (22)
Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - SoYou Said (IRE) (Definite Article)
Mrs Suzanne Lawrence Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Ms Anne Marie Ryan
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes T TIMEFORM VIEW Rapid improver sent chasing last term, winning first 3 starts before shaping better than bare result in Aintree Grade 1 on final start. Went with zest and looked after once chance had gone when last of 5 in Haldon Gold Cup 3 weeks ago and no surprise to see a bold showing with that run behind him. TFRHHHHH
2 IMPERIAL
SAINT
(FR) (21) 6 11 12
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Quinine de Mazille (FR) (Network (GER)) J Micheal Nolan Richard Johnson Racing Imperial Saint Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 2331-11 D
Br Karine Perreau & Louis Colson
S Philip Hobbs Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Dual-winning hurdler who has made a fine start in this sphere, landing back-to-back Aintree handicaps in recent weeks, quickening clear impressive for the latest of them 21 days ago. Hit with a 10lb rise for that but strong suspicion there’s more to come. Player. TFRHHHHI
3 I’D LIKETO KNOW (IRE) (23)
B g Mahler - The Boys Dont Know (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))
7 11 11
J Rex Dingle
The Jolly Farmers Chris Gordon, Winchester 4214-15 CD
Br R. McCarthy
S Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed chase debut promise when opening his account over C&D in March and followed up at Kempton (18f) in May. Ridden a little more patiently and soon done with following mistakes over 19.8f here 23 days ago but return to this shorter trip likely in his favour. TFRHHHII
4 GENERAL MEDRANO (IRE) (7)
B g Ocovango - Talween (Nayef (USA))
J Ben Jones Elite Racing 003
Br Ms Anne Wishart
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough 25430-2 D
S Elite Racing Club
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful hurdler who tasted success on first 2 starts over fences last autumn. Mixed bag thereafter but returned from 7 months off/wind surgery with a sound second of 7 in handicap chase at Haydock (16.3f) 7 days ago. This tougher but each-way possibilities, nevertheless.
5 ISSAR
D’AIRY (FR) (28)
B g Sinndar (IRE) - Bassika d’Airy (FR) (Passing Sale (FR))
Mr Tommy Ware & Mr G L Moore
Br S.C.E.A de LaVallee de L’Orne &C.Yves
TFRHHHII
J Niall Houlihan
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 31155-2 CD
S KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual C&D winner last winter who ran well on final start at Kempton (18f) in April and resumed with a fine second of 10 in handicap chase at Ascot (16.8f) 4 weeks ago, that despite some less than fluent jumping. Not discounted especially back here. TFRHHHII
6 BEAU BALKO (FR) (21)
B g Balko (FR) - Douce Ambiance (FR) (Kouroun (FR))
6 11 3
J Harry Cobden
Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Balko Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 2133-31 D
Br Mr Ghislain Coutre S Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler and similar form over fences, doubling his tally with a run under his belt in 4-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (20f) 3 weeks ago, well suited by the emphasis on speed at the trip. Consistent sort but this will demand more back down in trip. TFRHHHII
7 REAL STONE (GB) (266)
B g Arvico (FR) - Stoney Path (Petoski)
Mrs S. C. Welch
Br Mrs S. C. Welch
J Harry Atkins (7)
Dan Skelton, Alcester 41342F- D
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes T
TIMEFORMVIEW Took apart a small field with a run under his belt at Haydock (16.3f) 12 months ago. Best effort since when chasing home I’d Like to Know over C&D in March but absent since falling at Hereford (2m) later that month. Yard look to hold more pressing claims with Etalon. TFRHHIII
8 PRINCE QUALI (FR) (243)
B g Prince Gibraltar (FR) - Qualita (GER) (Konigstiger (GER))
Mrs C Hinks & Lewis Nettley Racing
Br Jean Pierre Joseph Dubois & Nicole Malat
7 11 2
J Harry Kimber
Robert Walford, Blandford 5//52211- D
S Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful French hurdle/chase scorer who ended last term on the up for this yard, landing back-to-back handicaps at Chepstow (2m). Revised mark demands more but suspicion he could yet have more to offer given he remains pretty low mileage. TFRHHHII
9 PETITTONNERRE (FR) (14)
B g Waldpark (GER) - Perpette (FR) (Le Triton (USA))
Mr John P. McManus
Br A. De La Motte Saint Pierre et al
6 11 1
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 00-0026
S Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler Didn’t convince with his jumping sent chasing last term but gave cause for encouragement when chasing home Imperial Saint on return from a break at Aintree last month. Never figured in Cheltenham Grade 2 since but this rates more suitable. TFRHHHII
10
JETRONIC (FR) (36)
B g Reliable Man - Bejaya (FR) (Califet (FR))
David Leon & James Devine
Br E. B. de La Motte & J. B. de La Salle
5 10 13 BHA125
J Caoilin Quinn
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 1/2516-P
S KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Chase winner in France who opened his hurdling account on third start for Paul Nicholls in a slowly-run Plumpton novice (20.5f, soft) in March However, only modest on both starts since, including when pulled up on debut for new yard at Cheltenham in October Has something to prove back over fences. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/10/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. TFRHHIII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7.
2023: ELIXIR DE NUTZ (FR) 9 12 1 Freddie Gingell 9-2 (Joe Tizzard) 6 ran
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Betting Forecast: 11-4 Imperial Saint (FR), 11-2 Petit Tonnerre (FR), 6-1 Etalon (IRE), 8-1 Issar d’Airy (FR), 10-1 Beau Balko (FR), 11-1 General Medrano (IRE), 12-1 I’d Like To Know (IRE), Prince Quali (FR), 33-1 Real Stone (GB), 40-1 Jetronic (FR)
Race Summary: Upwardly mobile during his first season over fences, ETALON ought to be sharper for his return to action in the Haldon Gold Cup 3 weeks ago and Dan Skelton’s charge is of definite interest with potential to rate significantly higher in this sphere yet. Imperial Saint has made a fine start himself over larger obstacles and rates a lead threat in his hat-trick bid. Petit Tonnerre, back in handicap company, and Issar d’Airy are others fancied to be in the mix. 1-2-3: 1.ETALON
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