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RACE 1 12.05
THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BetVictor JUVENILE HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for juvenile three yrs old
Total prize fund £10000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (48 wins from 199 runners, 24%) runs MISS ALTEA BLUE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs KINETIC & LIAM SWAGGER
Fancy That: A King won this race in 2016, 2018 and 2021. The stable runs BELIEVITANDUCAN & RAKKI today Longest Traveller: I LOVE PARIS trained by C Honour, Ashburton, 162 miles.
B g Iffraaj - Bark (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
The Gredley Family
Br Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd
James Owen, Newmarket 11 D
S Unex Group T
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat who has created an excellent impression in a tongue tie when landing juvenile hurdles at Market Rasen and Wetherby (Listed) this autumn. Has more to offer so is very much one to consider despite conceding weight all round.
2 BELIEVITANDUCAN (IRE) (155)
B g Make Believe - Shirin of Persia (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE))
Owners Group 140 Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Carrigbeg Stud
S Owners Group
TIMEFORMVIEW A fair Flat winner for Jessica Macey who has been off since landing 2m handicap at Beverley in July Much respected starting out over hurdles for his new yard though. TFRHHHII
3 JUSTICE ROLL (GB) (43)
0
B g Churchill (IRE) - Harbour of Hope (GER) (Monsun (GER)) J Caoilin Quinn
Mr Keith Graves
Br G. B. Partnership
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 36
S Heart Of The South Bloodstock H
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 13f winner on the Flat in France and made a sound start to hurdles career when third at Kempton. Came in last of 6 at Warwick since though so needs to bounce back with a hood added. TFRHHHII
4 MACHTEN (IRE) (17)
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Western Sky (Barathea (IRE))
Mr WillemVan Der Horst
Br Colin Kennedy
11 0 BHA-
Anthony Charlton, Warminster
Sherborne Utilities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 3/4m) for Karl Burke. Changed hands for 35,000 gns and has shown promise in this sphere when fifth at Wincanton and third at Leicester this winter Can do better still. TFRHHHII
5 RAKKI (GB) (43) 11 0
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Waldmark (GER) (Mark of Esteem (IRE))
Mrs M. C. Sweeney
Br Newsells Park Stud
J James Bowen
Alan King, Barbury Castle 35 BF
S Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat. Promising hurdling start when third at Chepstow but only fifth of 6 at Warwick since. In good hands and worth another chance.
6 RUKAANA (GB) (21)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Shurooq (Dubawi (IRE))
Marbro Contracts & The Ocean Partnership
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
11 0
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
S Wasdell Group
TFRHHHII
BHA-
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
3
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 1m scorer on Flat for Charles Hills this summer Sold for 46,000 gns and showed promise when third of 6 in juvenile hurdle at Wetherby (16f, soft) on NH debut 21 days ago. Can build on it here. TFRHHHII
7 HOLYWELL (FR) (19)
10 7
BHA-
B f Manatee - Sainte Cupid (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR)) J Ciaran Gethings
The Culverhill Racing Club IV
Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
S Culverhill Farm Racing
50
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on hurdling debut fifth when a well-beaten seventh of 10 in juvenile over C&D 19 days ago. Not written off. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller TFRHHHII
8 I LOVE PARIS (IRE) (30)
10 7
BHA-
B f Too Darn Hot - Way To My Heart (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) J Bryan Carver
Newton Barn Racing
Br Rifa Mustang Europe Ltd
Chris Honour, Ashburton
S Cotswold Stone Supplies
R
TIMEFORMVIEW A fair maiden on the Flat for Ed Walker. Refused and unseated rider 3rd in juvenile hurdle at Leicester (15.5f, good to soft) on yard/NH debut 30 days ago. Has plenty to prove TFRHHIII
9 KINETIC (IRE) (14)
B f Kodiac - Soul Searcher (IRE) (Motivator)
Deva Racing (DB)
Br Lynn Lodge Stud
10 7
James Owen, Newmarket
S Deva Racing Group
BHA-
J Ben Bromley (5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 4 times around 1m4f on the level this summer, showing fairly useful form. Interesting now starting out hurdling for yard among the winners. TFRHHHHI
10 MISS ALTEA BLUE (FR) (19)
B f Great Pretender (IRE) - Miss Salsa Blue (FR) (Blue Bresil (FR))
Kate & Andrew Brooks
Br Mme Catherine Coiffier
10 7
J Nico de Boinville
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 0-4225
S Morson Group
TIMEFORMVIEW A fairly useful ex-French hurdler this summer Looked in need of the experience on yard bow when fifth of 10 in Newton Abbot juvenile last month. Remains one to be interested in.
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 (EXACTA)
Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
2023: THROUGH THE AGES 3 11 0 Caoilin Quinn 6-4 (Gary Moore) 6 ran
Betting Forecast: 11-8 Liam Swagger (GB), 3-1 Miss Altea Blue (FR), 12-1 Believitanducan (IRE), Rakki (GB), 18-1 Kinetic (IRE), 20-1 I Love Paris (IRE), 28-1 Justice Roll (GB), 33-1 Mach Ten (IRE), Rukaana (GB), 50-1 Holywell (FR)
Race Summary: LIAM SWAGGER has looked a good prospect since having his attentions switched to hurdling and can go 3-3 and continue the fine form of James Owen. Paul Nicholls’ French recruit Miss Altea Blue has some fairly useful form to her name and rates the chief threat, although the selection’s stablemate Kinetic also commands plenty of respect on her hurdling bow.
1-2-3: 1.LIAM SWAGGER 2.MISS ALTEA BLUE (FR) 3.KINETIC (IRE)
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RACE 2 12.40
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MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Novices’ Championship
Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (47 wins from 224 runners, 21%) runs MISTRESS EMMA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (5 wins from 36 runners, 14%) runs MISTRESS EMMA
Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. The stable runs MISTRESS EMMA today
Longest Traveller: A GOOD YOMP trained by A Martin, Chipping Norton, 107 miles.
SINCE LAST RUN
1 A GOODYOMP (GB) (19)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Mewstone (Supreme Leader)
Mrs Ellen Bate
Br Harris & Ford Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in bumpers and on hurdle debut.
2 BEYLERBEYI (GB) (46) 4 11 4
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Gherdaiya (Shamardal (USA))
Midtech 2 Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Al Shaqab Racing S Mid-Tech (Air Products) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to smart hurdler (stayed 21f) Sea Lord. Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 9.5f), successful 4 times in 2024. Unpromising start to his jumping career at Ascot, looking badly in need of the experience. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/11/2024 it was reported that the horse slipped on take off. TFRHHIII
3 EL RAYO (GB)
(45) 4 11 4
B g Jack Hobbs -Viking Queen (Presenting) J James Bowen
The Jack, Queen, and King Syndicate
Billy Aprahamian, Towcester 0-3
Br Paul Webber Racing & Overbury Stallions S Fairfax and Favor Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 12 in a Doncaster bumper for Paul Webber in January. Positive start sent hurdling for a new yard after 9 months off when third at Huntingdon 45 days ago but more needed again. TFRHHHII
4 FORT ST ANGELO (IRE) (16)
B g Laverock (IRE) - Bright Blaze (IRE) (Shernazar)
Mr R. Gurney
Br J. H. Kidd
5 11 4
J Caoilin Quinn
Chris Gordon, Winchester 5-1240
S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on second of 2 starts in Irish points and showed definite promise when runner-up on Rules debut in a Ludlow bumper (15.8f, good). However, well held switched to hurdles next 2 starts. TFRHIIII
5 JOREBEL (FR) (19)
B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Natarebelle (FR) (Smadoun (FR))
Mr D. S. Dennis
Br Mr Michel Pehu
5 11 4
J Harry Reed
Chris Gordon, Winchester 423-0
S Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish points but well held in novice hurdle at this C&D (good to soft, 100/1) on NH debut 19 days ago. TFRHHIII
6 KING CALIFET (IRE) (395)
B g Califet (FR) - Rosa Fleet (IRE) (Alflora (IRE))
5 11 4
J Jonathan Burke
Syders & Burkes Emma Lavelle, Marlborough 2-
Br James Hennelly
S Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEW EUR20,000 3-y-o, £110,000 4-y-o, Califet gelding. Dam (c111/h110), 17f-3m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 23f) Boreham Bill. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Nov 2023). TFRHHHII
7 KINGLY FIGHTER (GER) (370)
4 11 4
Br g Lord of England (GER) - Konigin (GER) (Singspiel (IRE)) J SamTwiston-Davies
Mrs Rachel Brodie & Mr John Brodie Alex Hales, Edgecote 0-
Br Gestut Auenquelle
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd H T
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in juvenile hurdle (11/2) at Taunton (16.5f, good to soft) on NH debut 12 months ago for Ben Pauling. TFRHHIII
8
ROYSSE
(GB) (41) 5 11 4
B g Kayf Tara - Rattlin (Bollin Eric) J Ben Jones
The OA’s Ben Pauling, Naunton 41-2 CD BF
Br Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb
S Fitzdares T
TIMEFORMVIEW Unbeaten in 3 points and duly built on his Rules debut promise when beating 4 subsequent winners in bumper here in January Offered plenty to work on when runner-up on hurdles bow over C&D on return and sets a clear standard. TFRHHHHH
9 SERGEANT FURY (IRE) (10)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Kygo (IRE) (Scorpion (IRE))
4 11 4
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Sergeant Harry Derham, Newbury
Br Shane McCarthy
S Olive Print & Graphics
TIMEFORMVIEW Successful sole outing in points and showed plenty to work on in bumper at Wincanton and hurdles debut at Southwell. Excuses at Huntingdon since but this is another quick turnaround. TFRHHHII
10 YOUDECIDE (IRE) (20) 4 11 4
B g Mahler - Pharney Lady (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA)) J
The Decision Makers
Br MrV. Burke
Ben Pauling, Naunton 1-
S Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW Irish point winner who was sent off favourite but found wanting for finishing speed when fifth of 10 in bumper at Sandown. Down the field switch to hurdles at Taunton since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/11/2024 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.
11
MISTRESS EMMA
(IRE) (903) 6 10 11
B m Mount Nelson - Tatispout (FR) (Califet (FR)) J Nico de Boinville
The Acts Of Union 1707
Br Sean Murphy
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1/- D
S Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW €32,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson filly Dam (c124/h126) 2m-2 1/2m hurdle/chase winner Looked a decent prospect when winning 13-runner bumper atWorcester (16f, good, 4/1) on NH debut in June 2022.Absent since and market should reveal expectations. TFRHHHHI
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA) Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. 2023: FORTUNATE MAN (IRE) 4 11 4 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 9-1 (Jonjo O’Neill) 18 ran
Betting Forecast: 10-11 Roysse (GB), 9-2 Mistress Emma (IRE), 15-2 El Rayo (GB), 10-1 King Califet (IRE), 20-1 Sergeant Fury (IRE), 50-1 Beylerbeyi (GB), Kingly Fighter (GER), 66-1 Jorebel (FR), 100-1 Fort St Angelo (IRE), Youdecide (IRE), 300-1 A Good Yomp (GB)
Race Summary: ROYSSE went like he was as superior as the market suggested on his C&D hurdles bow only to give it away, possibly just blowing up on his first run in 10 months, and this looks a good opportunity for him to make amends. The potential fly in the ointment is Mistress Emma, who looked a decent prospect when winning a bumper in the summer of ‘22 but has been absent since.
1-2-3: 1.ROYSSE 2.MISTRESS EMMA (IRE) 3.EL RAYO
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RACE 3 1.15
THE JM FINN NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £20000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (48 wins from 199 runners, 24%) runs WRAPPEDUPINMAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs WRAPPEDUPINMAY
Longest Traveller: KYNTARA trained by Mrs M Rowley, Bridgnorth, 111 miles.
NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN
1 KYNTARA (GB) (250) 8 11 10
B g Kayf Tara - Speed Bonnie Boat (Alflora (IRE)) J SamTwiston-Davies
Lady Dulverton Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth 11222F- D
Br H. D. J. Daly
S Bob Price & Son Groundworks TIMEFORM VIEW Made up into a very useful hurdler last term, scoring at Lingfield and Aintree and running well (in third) when fell last in Sefton Novices’ Hurdle at Aintree in April. Runner-up at Hereford on sole chasing start for Kim Bailey in 2022. Capable of a lot better back in this sphere. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. TFRHHHII
2 MT FUGI PARK (IRE) (243)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - The Real Athlete (IRE) (Presenting)
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Tanzanite Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 1/11P40-
Br Vincent and Jimmy Lawler
S Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Cost £290,000 after making a successful debut in the Irish pointing field and looked a useful prospect in winning his first 2 starts over Signed off with a below-par ninth in 3m Ayr handicap in April but no surprise to see him go well now chasing for his in-form yard. TFRHHHHI
3 WRAPPEDUPINMAY (IRE) (322) 6 11 3
Ch g Ocovango - Funny Times (Silver Patriarch (IRE))
J Lorcan Williams Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 13/2251- D
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd
S Morson Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Made steady progress over hurdles last season, culminating with 23f Exeter handicap win in January Has had wind surgery since then. A wide-margin point win at the start of his career provides hope that he’ll prove at least as effective over fences.Very interesting. TFRHHHHH
4 HERAKLES WESTWOOD (FR) (20)
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Une Histoire (FR) (Voix du Nord (FR))
Herakles Westwood AC
Br Mrs Karine Perreau
J James Bowen
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 11442-2
S 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Firmly on the up when racking up a handicap hurdle hat-trick last winter Resumed with a promising second of 5 in handicap at Taunton (23f, good to soft) on his debut over fences 20 days ago. Should have more to offer In the mix. TFRHHHII
5
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Speed Bonnie Boat (Alflora (IRE))
J Nico de Boinville Lady Dulverton Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 2/1145-3
Br H. D. J. Daly
S Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper/hurdles. Off 10 months, shaped as if better for the run when last of 3 behind a couple of useful sorts on chase debut at Warwick last month. Open to improvement. Likely player. TFRHHHHI
6
B g Free Port Lux - Ania de Clermont (FR) (Ungaro (GER)) J Caoilin Quinn Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 1P1/52/-0
Br H. Laloi, G. Trinquet & R. Poiron
S KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winner at 20f over hurdles in 2022. Off almost 2 years before coming in last of 10 in handicap chase here (16.4f, good to soft) on his debut over fences 19 days ago. Needs a major step forward. TFRHHIII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 (EXACTA)
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. 2023: BRAVE KINGDOM (FR) 7 11 9 Harry Cobden 15-8 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran
F
Betting Forecast: 9-4 Kintail (GB), 7-2 Wrappedupinmay (IRE), Herakles Westwood (FR), 9-2 Kyntara (GB), 12-1 Mt Fugi Park (IRE), 50-1 Moulins Clermont (FR)
Race Summary: Lots of potential on show here, not least from Paul Nicholls’ WRAPPEDUPINMAY and he is taken to go in at the first time of asking from fellow chasing newcomer Mt Fugi Park who also rates an interesting prospect. Kintail could emerge as the pick of those with experience over fences and can also have a say in this intriguing contest.
1-2-3: 1.WRAPPEDUPINMAY (IRE) 2.MT FUGI PARK (IRE) 3.KINTAIL
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RACE 4 1.50
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‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
for novice four, five and six yrs old
Total prize fund £10000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (48 wins from 199 runners, 24%) runs CAPTAIN BELLAMY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (6 wins from 35 runners, 17%) runs CAPTAIN BELLAMY
Longest Traveller: DE KINGPIN trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 74 miles.
COLOURS NO
SINCE LAST RUN
1 BUCKNA (IRE) (28)
Br g Order of St George (IRE) - Close Flame (IRE) (Westerner) J James Bowen
Jim and Claire Limited Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 1-2 BF
Br Close Holding Ltd
S 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Changed hands for £350,000 after winning sole start in Irish points and shaped well when runner-up on Rules debut in a Ffos Las novice (15.8f, heavy), for all that he was unable to justify short odds. Likely to be seen in a better light here with that run under his belt and this stiffer test a plus. TFRHHHHI
2 CAPTAIN BELLAMY (GB) (40)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Himitas (FR) (Lomitas)
Mrs Johnny de la Hey
Br R. W. Russell
J Lorcan Williams
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 1/103-2
S Morson Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Easy winner of sole start in points and similar story on Rules debut in a Chepstow bumper last term. No match for Skyjack Hijack on return/hurdles bow following a wind op at Exeter (21.6f, good) but that rival was completing the fifth leg of a six-timer, so he was hardly disgraced. Should improve TFRHHHII
3 DE KINGPIN (IRE) (20)
Gr g Kingston Hill - Jolivia (FR) (Dernier Empereur (USA))
Elizabeth and Oliver Troup
Br Philip Hore
5 11 0
BHA-
J Ben Jones
Ben Pauling, Naunton 6/22-35 BF
S Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred 5-y-o who was picked up for £70,000 after finishing runner-up on second run in Irish points. Encouragement in a bumper and maiden hurdle on first 2 starts under Rules and while he was a shade below par at Lingfield (2m, good to soft), this step up in trip could be just what he needs. TFRHHHII
4 DIAGON ALLEY (IRE) (322)
5 11 0 BHA-
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Whizzzey Rascal (IRE) (Robin des Pres (FR))
Mrs Kate Kenyon & Mr Syd Hosie
J Jonathan Burke
Anthony Charlton, Warminster 24P-
Br Richard Gallagher T
TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £140,000 after finishing second in an Irish point but made no impact in a bumper/maiden hurdle last winter Tongue strap added and sizeable step forward needed here following 10 months off. TFRHHIII
5 ISLE OF GOLD (IRE) (433)
B g Milan - Head For Heights (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))
The Going For Gold Syndicate
6 11 0
J Ciaran Gethings
Kim Bailey, Cheltenham 204/UBr Hg Bloodstock S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start between the flags and bettered low-key Rules debut when fourth of 9 in a Chepstow maiden upped to 23.6f in March 2023. However, absent since unseating rider at Worcester 14 months ago and, in any case, he’s probably more one for handicaps in due course. TFRHHIII
6 MARENGO BAY (IRE) (23) 5 11 0
BHA-
B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - St Helans Bay (IRE) (Heron Island (IRE)) J Paul O’Brien
The Old Guard Syndicate Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 0 Br Paddy McCormack & Seamus Larkin S Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW €58,000 3-y-o who is a half-brother to useful hurdler Finest Evermore (2 1/2m-2 3/4m winner). Never in the hunt when sent off at 5/1 for a 2m Kempton novice last month and while he can be expected to leave that form well behind in time, Nico de Boinville prefers Nativehill. TFRHHIII
7 NATIVEHILL (IRE) (620) 6 11 0
BHA-
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Fairy Native (IRE) (Be My Native (USA)) J Nico de Boinville
Bartlett, Carthy & Speelman
Br Frank Motherway
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 61/-
TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to numerous winners, including smart hurdler/top-class chaser Bellshill (winner up to 25f) and useful hurdler Chieftain’s Choice. Changed hands for £260,000 after winning the second of his 2 starts between the flags and he is a likely-looking type on this Rules debut for top yard.
8 ROXHILL (IRE) (16) 5 11 0
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BHA-
B or Br g Ocovango - Thisthatandbaden (IRE) (Scorpion (IRE)) J Daniel Sansom (3)
Mr S. Smode Seamus Mullins, Amesbury 3/0-40
Br John O’Connor S Wimpole Clinic
TIMEFORMVIEW No great shakes in a couple of points and efforts in this sphere to date have been underwhelming.
TFRHIIII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4.
2023: GIDLEIGH PARK 5 11 6 Jonathan Burke EVENS (Harry Fry) 9 ran F
Betting Forecast: 7-4 Nativehill (IRE), 5-2 Buckna (IRE), 4-1 Captain Bellamy (GB), 15-2 De Kingpin (IRE), 25-1 Marengo Bay (IRE), 33-1 Isle of Gold (IRE), 200-1 Diagon Alley (IRE), 300-1 Roxhill (IRE)
Race Summary: It will be an ominous sign for his rivals if NATIVEHILL is strong in the betting ahead of this Rules debut. The 6-y-o was last seen winning a maiden point in April 2023 but he’s unlikely to be found wanting fitness-wise and is certainly bred for the job. Fellow point winner Buckna made a positive start in this sphere at Ffos Las and, with the promise of better to come now upped in trip, he looks a big threat. Captain Bellamy is also open to improvement and merits respect, too.
1-2-3: 1.NATIVEHILL (IRE) 2.BUCKNA (IRE) 3.CAPTAIN BELLAMY
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RACE 5 2.25
THE HOOORRRRRAAAYYY IT’S CHRISTMAS QUEENS ARMS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £22000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
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Leading course trainer (19-24): D Skelton (17 wins from 138 runners, 12%) runs HARPER’S BROOK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (17 wins from 76 runners, 22%) runs HARPER’S BROOK Longest Traveller: PRIMOZ trained by L Russell, Kinross, 433 miles.
1
B g Ocovango - Talween (Nayef (USA))
Elite Racing 003 Emma Lavelle, Marlborough 5430-21
Br Ms Anne Wishart
S Elite Racing Club TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who tasted success on first 2 starts over fences last term. Back on the up since returning to action following a second wind op in November, finding one too good at Haydock prior to scoring in good style over this C&D (good to soft) 18 days ago. Big player despite 10lb rise.
2
B g Ask - Un Jour D Ete (FR) (Dano-Mast)
J Kielan Woods The Megsons
Br Mr Aidan McGoldrick
Dan Skelton, Alcester 0210-P5
S Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Has his quirks but more than fair share of ability, too, left clear when successful at Sandown in February Well held at the Cheltenham Festival on final start for Ben Pauling, though, and there have been very few positives to take from his 2 runs for new yard this season. TFRHHIII
3 PRIMOZ (IRE) (31)
B g Westerner - Be Mine Tonight (IRE) (Carroll House)
J Derek Fox
Aim Equestrian Ltd & Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross 1041-14 D
Br Liam & Michael Flavin
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd T
TIMEFORM VIEW Bookended his novice campaign over hurdles with victories at Ayr, latterly a 2m handicap in April. Perfect start in this sphere when landing 5-runner handicap chase at Wetherby during the autumn but he checked out at Cheltenham next time and now has a point to prove TFRHHHII
4 BOURBALI (FR) (23) 7 11 4
B g Sinndar (IRE) - Saintheze (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR)) J SamTwiston-Davies
W Pope, E Legg, M Green & T Swaffield Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 2P6-313 BF
Br Mr Louis Lafitte & Mr Herve Barus
S Coral Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Both wins over fences gained at Kempton, including when making all over 2 1/4m (good to soft) on return in October Didn’t do a great deal wrong when third off this 4lb higher mark at the same course last month and should make his presence felt. TFRHHHII
5 JAVERT ALLEN (FR) (42) 5 10 8
BHA120
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Une Epoque (FR) (Dom Alco (FR)) J Ciaran Gethings HoltMacnabbRobinsonMiltonTuckerWeedon Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton 12/22-1 D
Br Mr BrunoVagne
S Culverhill Farm Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 5-y-o who didn’t do much wrong in handful of runs over hurdles and perfect start in this sphere when making all at Chepstow (2m, good to soft) last month. That was his first run for 11 months, so he’s entitled to come on for it and this 5lb higher mark is unlikely to be an issue. TFRHHHHH
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
F
Betting Forecast: 13-8 Javert Allen (FR), 9-4 General Medrano (IRE), 11-2 Bourbali (FR), 8-1 Primoz (IRE), 12-1 Harper’s Brook (IRE)
Race Summary: JAVERT ALLEN looked a natural over fences on his first run for the best part of a year at Chepstow and, with the promise of better to come from this lightly-raced 5-y-o, he is taken to make it 2-2 in this sphere. General Medrano won as he liked over C&D recently and a 10lb rise may not be enough to prevent another bold show from Emma Lavelle’s representative. Bourbali is also likely to be on the premises.
1-2-3: 1.JAVERT ALLEN (FR) 2.GENERAL MEDRANO (IRE) 3.BOURBALI (FR)
FRIDAY 15 TH AUGUST 2025
Free Streaming
THE BetVictor HOME OF THE LUCKY DIP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 3)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £22000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (48 wins from 199 runners, 24%) runs BEAU BALKO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (17 wins from 76 runners, 22%) runs MYLESFROMWICKLOW Longest Traveller: SAINT SEGAL trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 133 miles.
1
DENSWORTH
(IRE) (32)
B g Kayf Tara - Mariah’s Way (Shirocco (GER)) J Ben Jones
OAP Syndicate Ben Pauling, Naunton 1P/1P-51
Br Mr D. J. Aiken
S Horse & Groom East Ashling T TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 of his 7 starts over hurdles and left his reappearance/chase debut well behind when landing a 5-runner Wetherby handicap (19.4f, good) last month. Up 9lb but he’s unexposed in this sphere and is probably capable of even better TFRHHHHH
2 THE EDGAR WALLACE (IRE) (23) 9 11 5
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Annalecky (IRE) (Bob’s Return (IRE))
Mr P. J. Andrews
Br Spencer Hawkins
J Ciaran Gethings
Kim Bailey, Cheltenham 11220-4 D
S Kim Bailey Racing Ltd T CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of handicaps at Wetherby and Leicester on first 2 runs of last season. Ended that campaign with a heavy defeat in the Topham at Aintree’s Grand National meeting but he wasn’t disgraced with cheekpieces enlisted (retained here) on return at Kempton and better can be expected here. TFRHHHII
3 MYLESFROMWICKLOW (IRE) (26)
B g Ocovango - Hayes Princess (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))
7 11 2
J Tristan Durrell (3) Norman Lake & Susan Carsberg
Br Michelle Claire Aherne
Dan Skelton, Alcester 1-23265 D
S Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORM VIEW Regained winning thread in a first-time tongue strap at Market Rasen in March and placed next 3 starts, prior to performing with credit in a valuable 3m handicap at Ascot. Below par returned to that Berkshire venue last time but this 7-y-o is consistent on the whole and shouldn’t be far away.
4 SAINT SEGAL (FR) (19)
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE))
TFRHHHII
6 11 2
J Jonathan Burke Culverhill Racing ClubV
Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant et al
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton U36-405
S Culverhill Farm Racing T
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run and while his reappearance fourth at Chepstow in October was not discouraging, he has failed to make an impact both starts since and his sometimes-haphazard jumping remains a concern. TFRHHHII
5 BEAU BALKO (FR)
(18)
B g Balko (FR) - Douce Ambiance (FR) (Kouroun (FR))
6 11 2
BHA129
J Ben Bromley (5) Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Balko Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 133-312 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 a 4-runner handicap at Wincanton (2 1/2m, good) last month. Drop back in trip probably wasn’t ideal when second over 16.4f here recently and he should have a part to play. TFRHHHHI
6 WALKING ON AIR (IRE) (14)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Refinement (IRE) (Oscar (IRE))
7 11 2 BHA129
J Kielan Woods
Mr Justin Carthy Gary Brown, Swindon 50/2P-P6 C
Br Chelston Ireland, Ltd. T
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual-winning hurdler for Nicky Henderson and posted a career best when runner-up on chase debut here last December Modest since, though, offering precious little in 2 starts for present connections. TFRHIIII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
F Betting Forecast: 11-8 Densworth (IRE), 4-1 Beau Balko (FR), 5-1 Mylesfromwicklow (IRE), 13-2 The Edgar Wallace (IRE), 8-1 Saint Segal (FR), 100-1 Walking On Air (IRE)
Race Summary: It’s likely that there is better to come from DENSWORTH over fences following his clear-cut Wetherby success and a 9lb rise may not be enough to stop him in his tracks. Beau Balko bumped into an improved model in General Medrano (runs in the 2.25 on this card) over this C&D last time and he is feared most ahead of The Edgar Wallace.
1-2-3: 1.DENSWORTH (IRE) 2.BEAU BALKO (FR) 3.THE EDGAR WALLACE (IRE)
- Because Walking
THE DOWNLOAD THE BetVictor APP FILLIES’ “JUNIOR” NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for three yrs old fillies
Total prize fund £7000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): A Honeyball (3 wins from 39 runners, 8%) runs ARFURSGAL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Honeyball (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs ARFURSGAL
Longest Traveller: TYGER LILY trained by T Bulgin, Thetford, 146 miles.
1 ARFURSGAL (IRE) (-)
Ch f Saddex - Grand Marnier (IRE) (Zoffany (IRE)) J
Miss A F Rugg
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
Br Arthur Fennelly S geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Saddex filly. Dam unraced. Yard saddled the winner of this with a newcomer 12 months ago and it will look significant if the market vibes surrounding this filly are upbeat.
2 CHATTY GIRL (IRE) (-)
B f Harzand (IRE) - Conversation (IRE) (Poliglote)
Bloomsbury Stud
Br Bloomsbury Stud
Alex Hales, Edgecote
S Woburn Safari Park, Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Harzand filly. Dam 11f winner on Flat in France. Represents a respected yard and she’s one to note in the betting.
3 FRANGIPANI (GB) (25)
B f Postponed (IRE) - Akhmatova (Cape Cross (IRE))
Saxtead Livestock Ltd
Br Saxtead Livestock Ltd
J Nico de Boinville
Denis Quinn, Exning 0
S Rupert Taylor Ltd T
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off at 66/1 and finished nearer last than first on debut in a Huntingdon bumper (15.8f, soft) last month. Still, it’s interesting that Nico de Boinville takes over from a conditional rider and she needs a second look in the betting.
4 GAELIC CHOIR (GB) (36)
Gr f Mahsoob - Choral Singer (Daylami (IRE))
J Ben Ffrench Davis (5)
Mr E. A. Brook Bill Turner, Sherborne 05
Br D. F. Spence
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held both starts to date and she looks set for another struggle.
5 LA CANTATE (FR) (-)
Ch f No Risk At All (FR) - Similaresisoldofa (FR) (Kapgarde (FR)) J Richard Patrick
Ms Charlotte Barber Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Br Ecurie DesVives Terres & PA Ouvry
TIMEFORMVIEW No Risk At All filly. Half-sister to a point winner, fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Christmas In April and bumper winner/fairly useful staying hurdler Go Chique. Entitled to come on for the run. TFRHHIII
6 RIDE LIKE A GIRL (FR) (48)
B f Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Arizona Air (GER) (Hurricane Run (IRE)) J Jonathan Burke AWR Ltd Sperling Snowden Morley & Stacey Jamie Snowden, Lambourn 2 BF
Br Baudron (S), Herald Bloodstock Ltd S BetVictor
TIMEFORMVIEW Strong in the betting and found just one too good on her introduction at Stratford (16.3f, good to soft) at the end of October Obvious claims. TFRHHHHI
J Kielan Woods
B f Schiaparelli (GER) - Tyger Prynt (IRE) (Presenting)
Mrs Nicola Bulgin
Br Paul S Davies
J Jordan Nailor
Toby Bulgin, Thetford
TIMEFORM VIEW Schiaparelli filly Dam ran twice over hurdles. Doesn’t have the look of a probable first-time-out winner on paper TFRHIIII
8 YELDTO CALL (FR) (-)
B f Great Pretender (IRE) -Yosille (FR) (Blue Bresil (FR))
Culverhill Racing Club II
Br Scea Haras De Tonnencourt
J Ciaran Gethings
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
S Culverhill Farm Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Great Pretender filly. Dam French hurdler (2 1/4m winner). Appealing pedigree and it will be interesting to how she shapes up in the betting. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1, 3.
2023: PARK PRINCESS (IRE) 3 11 0 Jonathan Burke 2-1 (Anthony Honeyball) 17 ran
Betting Forecast: 11-10 Ride Like A Girl (FR), 4-1 Arfursgal (IRE), 11-2 Yeld To Call (FR), 10-1 Chatty Girl (IRE), 16-1 Frangipani (GB), 33-1 La Cantate (FR), 40-1 Tyger Lily (GB), 80-1 Gaelic Choir (GB)
Race Summary: If the market speaks in her favour ARFURSGAL will be of strong interest for last year’s winning yard with Sam Twiston-Davies booked. She shades preference ahead of Ride Like A Girl, who made a positive start to her career when runner-up at Stratford. Yeld To Call is third choice ahead of Chatty Girl.
1-2-3: 1.ARFURSGAL (IRE) 2.RIDE LIKE A GIRL (FR) 3.YELD TO CALL (FR)
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