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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!
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RACE 1 12.05
THE PLAY CORAL “RACING-SUPER-SERIES” FOR FREE MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £17500
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (46 wins from 225 runners, 20%) runs BREAK MY SOUL & SPRING NOTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (6 wins from 33 runners, 18%) runs BREAK MY SOUL & SPRING NOTE
Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2021 and 2023. The stable runs BREAK MY SOUL & SPRING NOTE today Longest Traveller: TITANIUM MOON trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 159 miles.
Ch m Mahler - Spring Baloo (IRE) (Definite Article)
Canter Banter Racing
Br Stephanie Hanly S Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on return but 3-3 here previously, including victory in this race 12 months ago, and she should bounce back. TFRHHHII
2 BREAK MY SOUL (IRE) (36) 5
B m Doyen (IRE) - Ayleoola (IRE) (Presenting)
Mr O. S. Harris
J Nico de Boinville
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 231-124 D BF
Br Pat Coffey H
TIMEFORM VIEW £290,000 Irish point winner who scored twice over hurdles last spring at Chepstow/Fontwell. Went close at Ascot on return but found little when disappointing back there next time. Hood goes on. TFRHHHII
3 TITANIUM MOON (GB) (289) 6 11 13
Gr m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Night Thunder (FR) (Stormy River (FR))
J Theo Gillard Zen Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley 111130- D
Br Yorton Farm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived over hurdles in summer 2023, completing a 4-timer. Stiff task in the Dawn Run at Cheltenham when last seen and goes handicapping on return. TFRHHHII
4 PANIC ATTACK (IRE) (24) 8 11 9
B m Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Toto Corde Meo (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
J Harry Skelton Bryan Drew Dan Skelton, Alcester 01343/-3 CD
Br Mr T. J. Adams
S Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEW Three-time hurdles winner (including this race in 2020) for David Pipe who shaped as if retaining all her ability, back from 22 months off, behindTour Ovalie at Ludlow on debut for new yard 24 days ago. Entitled to build on that and could go well. TFRHHHHH
5 SUNSET MARQUESA (IRE) (37)
5 11 3
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Be My Sunset (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))
J Brendan Powell
The Wychwood Partnership Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 1433-21
Br Mr I. McGrath
S Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Went one better than on her hurdling debut at Wincanton last month, clearly having learnt from that as her jumping was more assured. Will go on improving and leading claims on handicap bow. TFRHHHHI
6 TOUR OVALIE (FR) (24)
B m Kamsin (GER) - Tour Ambition (FR) (Poliglote) J Isabel Williams (3) Andrew Strong Evan Williams, Llancarfan 154311 D
Br Mr Andre Duboe S Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Proving to be steadily progressive and overcame a 3lb rise for her Hereford win as she scored with a bit up her sleeve at Ludlow. This is tougher still but she clearly can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII
7 BARRONS LAND (IRE) (43)
6 10 13
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Gwendoliner (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA)) J Kevin Brogan
The Laura Horsfall Racing Club Laura Horsfall, Towcester 146110
Br Mr David Lawlor
S Abacus Securities Ltd CP
TIMEFORMVIEW Gained a fourth success of a very productive first half of the season when proving a length too strong for a subsequent winner at Sedgefield in October Left Donald McCain after and was well beaten starting out for this yard at Southwell. TFRHHIII
8 PLANTAROMA (FR) (22) 4 10 12
B f Planteur (IRE) - Aroma Bella (FR) (King’s Best (USA)) J Ben Poste DahlBury Racing Tom Symonds, Hentland 262-22 BF
Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Grand Courgeon
S Gun Dog Gin Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in bumpers and has made a decent start over hurdles, beaten only by an exciting prospect at Chepstow on return then clear of the rest when second again at Sedgefield. Could have more to offer now handicapping. TFRHHHII
9 ASIAN SPICE (GB) (13)
B m Scorpion (IRE) - Kim Tian Road (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))
Martin Hill and Partners
Br Mr Martin & Mrs Rachel Hill
J Bryony Frost
Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh 40-2411 D
S A S Trade Car Sales
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it back-to-back wins in 2m mares’ handicap at Windsor a fortnight ago. Another career-high mark to overcome in a tougher race but she’s clearly going the right way. TFRHHHII
10 MUCUNA
(GER) (33)
B m Guiliani (IRE) - Monaway (IRE) (Gold Away (IRE))
Syd Hosie & David Keith Tye
Br W. Bischoff
5 10 8
J Gavin Sheehan
Anthony Charlton, Warminster 11/53-65 D
S Sherborne Utilities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 4 juvenile hurdles in summer 2022. Quite lightly raced since, well beaten in 2 runs back this term. Her mark is falling. TFRHHHII
11 STRONG BELLE (GB) (31)
Gr m Blue Bresil (FR) - Belle Berry (FR) (Lost World (IRE))
James & Jean Potter Ltd
Br James & Jean Potter
6 10 6
J SamTwiston-Davies
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 21-P502
S Potter Group, Potters House
TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged 2m mares’ maiden at Bangor in February and back to form returned to this trip when second at Hereford last month. 1lb lower here. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)
Hood worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. 2023: SPRING NOTE (IRE) 5 11 0 James Bowen 11-4 (Nicky Henderson) 9 ran
Betting Forecast: 4-1 Sunset Marquesa (IRE), 13-2 Panic Attack (IRE), 7-1 Break My Soul (IRE), 15-2 Tour Ovalie (FR), 8-1 Asian Spice (GB), 9-1 Plantaroma (FR), 14-1 Strong Belle (GB), 16-1 Spring Note (IRE), Titanium Moon (GB), 33-1 Barrons Land (IRE), Mucuna (GER)
Race Summary: PANIC ATTACK ran well back from a long absence for her new yard at Ludlow and might be worth chancing to repeat her 2020 win in this. Sunset Marquesa slammed her rivals at Wincanton and is a major contender now handicapping. Asian Spice and Tour Ovalie are on hat-tricks and have to be respected.
1-2-3: 1.PANIC ATTACK (IRE) 2.SUNSET
RACE 2 12.37
THE CORAL “DAILY REWARDS SHAKER” ‘INTRODUCTORY’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (49 wins from 202 runners, 24%) runs KAP BOY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (6 wins from 33 runners, 18%) runs AKIMOS & NOBLE PARK
Fancy That: N Henderson won this race in 2019 and 2023. The stable runs AKIMOS & NOBLE PARK today Longest Traveller: IN LIMBO trained by C Down, Cullompton, 113 miles.
1 AKIMOS (IRE) (-)
Gr g Westerner - Redemption Song (IRE) (Mastercraftsman (IRE)) J
Mr Paul Holden Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Michelle Moore & John Hackett
TIMEFORMVIEW €45,000 3-y-o, Westerner gelding. Dam 21f hurdle winner (stayed 3m), half-sister to useful hurdler/ very smart chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Starchitect. Makes plenty of appeal on paper and yard have won this twice in recent years. TFRHHHHI
2 IN LIMBO (IRE) (22)
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Silver Needle (IRE) (Snurge)
Up In The Air syndicate
Br Miss Samantha Weston
Chris Down, Cullompton 332/-4
S Woodwarm Stoves
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed all 3 starts in points and showed plenty to work on returning from 20 months off on recent hurdles debut at Exeter Entitled to improve TFRHHHII
3 KAP BOY (FR) (78)
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Bumble (FR) (Pistolet Bleu (IRE))
Mrs Diana L. Whateley
Br Mr H. Lair, Mr J. Lair & Mr F. Champion
5 11 7
J Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 13-P D
S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning bumper debut at Chepstow last season and third at Newbury in January, but shaped as if amiss sent hurdling at former track after 9 months off/breathing operation. Bit to prove now. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/10/2024 it was reported that the jockey felt something amiss. TFRHHHII
4 KOAPEY (FR) (48) 4 11 7
B g Manatee -Vista Palma (FR) (Enrique)
Mr Scott Turner
Br S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet
J James Bowen
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn 22
S 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start in bumper and 2m novice hurdle at Ffos Las (had breathing operation in between). Open to improvement. TFRHHHII
5 NOBLE PARK (IRE) (16) 5 11 7
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Cove (IRE) (Westerner) J SamTwiston-Davies
Mr M. Buckley & Mr A. Speelman
Br P. Connell
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 06
S Unibet
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in Sandown bumper and 21f Warwick maiden hurdle.
6 PESO (IRE) (78)
Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Flaming Poncho (IRE) (Accordion)
Mr Patrick Doyle
Br M. Kelleher
5 11 7
BHA-
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 3/-4
S Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole start in Irish points and showed something to work on 18 months later in 2m Chepstow novice hurdle. Should build on that. TFRHHHII
J Ben Ffrench Davis (5)
7 WOTTERTROTTER (IRE) (20)
4 11 7 BHA-
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Charming Present (IRE) (Presenting) J Harry Skelton
Mr Stephen Bough
Br Michael Fennessy
Dan Skelton, Alcester 4
S Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good jumping family and caught the eye on debut at Huntingdon 3 weeks ago, belying his long odds as he fared easily best of those held up. Sure to improve for top yard.
8 LA
MARQUISE
(FR) (65)
B f Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Manhattan Princess (Pivotal)
Buckett, Lovell, Snowden & Stacey
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4 11 5 BHA-
J Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn 1013-1 D
Br Societe D’Entrainement Louis Baudron S BetVictor T
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual bumper winner who finished an excellent third in the Nickel Coin at Aintree and gave that form another boost when making a successful debut over hurdles at Ludlow, getting there late but looking a good bit better than that in overcoming some inexperience. Useful prospect. TFRHHHHH
9 LUNA DE CASTANA (IRE) (287) 5 11 0
Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - RoyaleVideo (FR) (Video Rock (FR))
Ms M. L. Peterson
Br Cyril O’Hara
J Lorcan Williams
Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle 35-
S Revival Solutions Group Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in bumpers last season (well backed on debut). Work to do now hurdling.
10 MEDIA STYLE (FR) (12) 5 11 0 BHA-
Gr m Martaline - Cayras Style (FR) (Trempolino (USA)) J Charlie Deutsch
Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford 0 BF
Br Mr Xavier Herail & Mr Philippe Herail S Faucets Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Well backed but proved green and well beaten in Plumpton bumper on recent debut. TFRHHIII
11
STARTIME (GB)
(42) 3 10 6
B g Time Test - Salve Etoiles (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE)) J Tom Cannon
Star Alliance Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Hunscote Stud S Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful form on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), improved when winning last 2 starts. Interesting on hurdles debut in receipt of 3-y-o allowance. TFR
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1.
2023: JERIKO DU REPONET (FR) 4 11 12 James Bowen 2-5 (Nicky Henderson) 5 ran
Betting Forecast: 9-4 La Marquise (FR), 6-1 Akimos (IRE), 8-1 Koapey (FR), 17-2 Wotter Trotter (IRE), Star Time (GB), 10-1 Kap Boy (FR), 16-1 In Limbo (IRE), 20-1 Peso (IRE), 25-1 Media Style (FR), 50-1 Noble Park (IRE), 100-1 Luna de Castana (IRE)
Race Summary: LA MARQUISE overcame inexperience and was value for extra when scoring first time up over hurdles at Ludlow, seeing off Thursday’s Fontwell winner Kalium, and she looks a useful prospect. She can follow up. Akimos and 3-y-o Star Time are interesting starting out in this sphere, while Wotter Trotter can improve on his encouraging debut.
1-2-3: 1.LA MARQUISE (FR) 2.AKIMOS (IRE) 3.STAR TIME
RACE 3 1.12
THE CORAL “WE’RE HERE FOR IT” HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (FOR THE HALLOWE’EN TROPHY)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £21000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): G & J Moore (17 wins from 127 runners, 13%) runs JETRONIC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (5 wins from 41 runners, 12%) runs JETRONIC
Fancy That: V Williams won this race in 2020 and 2022. The stable runs THE FAMOUS FIVE today Longest Traveller: THE FAMOUS FIVE trained by V Williams, Hereford, 89 miles.
B g Scissor Kick (AUS) - Skysweeper (FR) (Hurricane Run (IRE))
The French Connection Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al
S Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler for this yard last season and off the mark over fences in 2m novice handicap at Warwick a fortnight ago, a more positive ride getting the best out of him as he saw off The Good Doctor Player if allowed to kick on again.
2 JETRONIC (FR) (28)
B g Reliable Man - Bejaya (FR) (Califet (FR)) J Freddie Mitchell (5) David Leon & James Devine
Br E. B. de La Motte & J. B. de La Salle
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 2516-P5
S KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Chase winner in France and ran much better than on his yard debut here 4 weeks ago, clearly well suited by the return to chasing. Interesting if building on that. TFRHHHII
3
THE GOOD
DOCTOR
(FR) (16) 5 11 9
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Midgard (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) J Ben Jones
The Aldaniti Partnership Ben Pauling, Naunton 4120P-2
Br Cuadra Miranda Slu
S Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who looks the part for chasing and entitled to progress from good first try back from 8 months off here a fortnight ago, the only one to emerge from the pack to threaten the front-running Skycutter One to consider TFRHHHII
4 NO RISK WITH LOU (FR) (14) 7 11 8
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Miss Meteore (FR) (Turgeon (USA)) J Kielan Woods
The Risk and Reward Racing Syndicate Alex Hales, Edgecote 135-1U3 D BF
Br Mr Gerard Dufit
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd H
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winning chaser who looked set to go close when unseating 4 out at Doncaster last month and ran respectably when set a lot to do there a fortnight ago. One to consider TFRHHHII
5 THE FAMOUS FIVE (FR) (13)
B g Camelot - Palme Royale (IRE) (Red Ransom (USA)) J Charlie Deutsch
Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford 3411-03 D
Br Bloodstock Agency Ltd
S Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful over hurdles and showed aptitude for chasing at Windsor a fortnight ago. Entitled
do better, just the type his yard excels with.
6 BALLYBREEZE (GB) (40)
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Cottstown Gold (IRE) (Presenting) J Tom Bellamy
Mr Kevin Price Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
Br Mrs Fiona Walker
S Solstice
TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning start over fences at Chepstow (2m) in October 2022. Lightly raced since, but well backed and shaped better than the bare result after 12 months off over hurdles at Leicester 6 weeks ago, travelling into things with purpose before an error knocked the stuffing out of him. Interesting. TFRHHHHH
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Hood worn by No. 4. 2023: ISSAR D’AIRY (FR) 5 11 3 Niall Houlihan 4-1 (Gary Moore) 5 ran
F Betting Forecast: 11-4 Skycutter (FR), 3-1 The Good Doctor (FR), 4-1 The Famous Five (FR), 6-1 Ballybreeze (GB), 15-2 No Risk With Lou (FR), 20-1 Jetronic (FR)
Race Summary: BALLYBREEZE has been given a chance by the handicapper back over fences and could be worth supporting after catching the eye on his return from a year off at Leicester. The Famous Five is just the type to better his fairly useful hurdles form over fences for Venetia Williams after a promising effort at Windsor and he’s feared most ahead of Warwick 1-2 Skycutter and The Good Doctor 1-2-3: 1.BALLYBREEZE 2.THE FAMOUS FIVE (FR) 3.SKYCUTTER (FR)
Horse Welfare
The welfare of horse and jockey is our top priority. We do everything we can to minimise the chances of horses incurring an injury.
A team of veterinary surgeons is present at every meeting ensuring the safety of the horse. It is our policy to erect green screens around any horse requiring veterinary attention. These provide privacy and a calm environment for the vets and connections while the horse is attended to.
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SATURDAY 16 TH AUGUST 2025
THE CORAL RACING CLUB JOIN FOR FREE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £26000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): N Henderson (46 wins from 225 runners, 20%) runs BLAIRGOWRIE, GO TO WAR & HOOPER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (6 wins from 33 runners, 18%) runs BLAIRGOWRIE, GO TO WAR & HOOPER
Longest Traveller: MR BRAMLEY trained by J O’Keeffe, Leyburn, 245 miles.
1
(GER) (28)
B g Maxios - Riviere Diamant (IRE) (Oratorio (IRE)) J Brendan Powell
Mrs Mary-Ann Middleton Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 264/1-01
Br Gestut Kussaburg
S Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked promising in spring 2023 for Thomas Mullins and all the fitter for return to action when landing a few bets at Doncaster a month ago. Raised 8lb but lightly raced and may have more to offer TFRHHHII
2 SPIRIT D’AUNOU (FR) (21)
B g Triple Threat (FR) - Miss Wind (FR) (Sri Pekan (USA))
5 11 13
J Freddie Mitchell (5) Heart of the South Racing 130 Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 1005-F6
Br S.C.E.A. Du Moulin de Bel Oeuvre
S Heart Of The South Bloodstock CP
TIMEFORMVIEW Made it 5 wins in 6 starts at Sandown a year ago but his progress has come to a halt since, never looking like justifying market support in his repeat bid 3 weeks ago, Cheekpieces now on upped in trip and he does figure on a dangerous mark. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 7/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. TFRHHHII
3 WELSH CHARGER (IRE) (57)
B g Westerner - Answer Ur Phone (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))
6 11 10
J David Noonan Jones, Spiers & Hartwell
Br Mr S. Shanahan
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth 1/4110-1
S Planned Office Interiors Ltd, Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Took his form up a notch last season, bagging handicaps at Market Rasen and Musselburgh. Found his run of good form coming to halt at Kempton on final start but well prepared to make a successful reappearance after 8 months off at Wetherby last month. Up 6lb in a better race.
4 GOTO WAR (IRE) (20)
6 11 7
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rate of Knots (IRE) (Saddlers’ Hall (IRE))
Mr Grant Leon
Br GroveView Stud Limited
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J Nico de Boinville
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 0/U311-2 BF
S Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Uttoxeter bumper winner who got off the mark at the third time of asking over hurdles at Ludlow last December Had wind surgery before following up 3 months later back there before leaving one excellent yard for another Second of 7 when odds-on for handicap debut 3 weeks ago. Up in trip.
5 MR BRAMLEY (GB) (31)
6 11 7
Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Apple Days (Sovereign Water (FR)) J Conor O’Farrell
Mr H. Posner Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn 2/2113-1
Br Mrs F. Marriott
S Jedd O’Keeffe Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive in bumpers and similar story over hurdles, taking his record to 3 wins from 4 starts in this sphere in 6-runner handicap at Wetherby (19.7f) 4 weeks ago, keeping on well. Major claims with further progress distinctly possible.
6 MR HOPE STREET (IRE) (16) 6 11 7
Br g Jet Away - The Scorpion Queen (IRE) (Scorpion (IRE)) J Harry Skelton Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Mr Hope Dan Skelton, Alcester 01-1211 D
Br Ms Jane Roche
S Olive Print & Graphics
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive handicapper who took another step forward to make it 4 wins from his last 5 starts in 11-runner handicap hurdle at Warwick (21f) 2 weeks ago, with bit in hand. Looks well worth his place in this deeper handicap with promise of more to come. TFRHHHHI
7 JIPCOT (FR) (45) 5 11 4
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Blinngaroe (FR) (Ungaro (GER))
J Kielan Woods
The Megsons Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham F313-00
Br J.Alvarez & G. Lassaussaye
S Wasdell Group T
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 2m Huntingdon handicap hurdle in March Impressed with how he travelled when third of 16 in Imperial Cup at Sandown (2m, soft) later that month (final start for Ben Pauling). Never involved in Welsh Champion Hurdle on return for new yard and also well held at Bangor Since had a breathing op. TFRHHHII
8 HOOPER (GB) (16) 8 11 2
B g RipVan Winkle (IRE) - Earth Amber (Hurricane Run (IRE)) J James Bowen
Mr Michael Clent Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 334/3-40
Br Pump and Plant Services Ltd B
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if better for the run back from a long absence when fourth of 7 at Newbury last month. Up in trip with cheekpieces back on and ran even worse at Warwick. Blinkers replace cheekpieces. TFRHHIII
9 LUCKY ONE (FR) (413)
9 11 1
Br g Authorized (IRE) - Lady Anouchka (IRE) (Vettori (IRE)) J Miss Roisin Leech (7)
Mr C. R. Leech Jennie Candlish, Leek 21/6006- D
Br E.A.R.L. du Bois Hue
TIMEFORMVIEW Pulled up sharply on chase debut final start for Dan Selton in May 2022. Successful twice at Auteuil for Sophie Leech since, exceeding expectations a couple of times in good company last year Off 13 months and market will be best guide for new yard. TFRHHHII
10 GETALEAD (IRE) (16) 8
11 1
B g Getaway (GER) - Site-Leader (IRE) (Supreme Leader) J Gearoid Harney (7)
Pickard Racing Club
Br L. Byrne
Kevin Pickard, Umberleigh
S Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned from 6 months off in fine form, benefiting from return to calmer waters when making it 3 wins from last 4 starts at Wincanton (19.8f). Up 4lb and gave another good account of himself at Taunton 16 days ago. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. TFRHHHII
11 BLAIRGOWRIE (IRE) (24)
B gYeats (IRE) - Gaye Preskina (IRE) (Presenting)
8 10 5
J SamTwiston-Davies Highclere T’Bred Racing - Blairgowrie Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Margaret & Michael Tallon
S Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
321//2-PF C
B TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark over hurdles in 13-runner handicap at Newbury at the end of the 2021/22 season and made an encouraging belated return/chase debut when second there in January Failed to complete both starts since and has questions to answer back over timber with blinkers on. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)
Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Betting Forecast: 4-1 Go To War (IRE), 9-2 Mr Hope Street (IRE), 6-1 Mr Bramley (GB), 17-2 Rightsotom (GER), 11-1 Welsh Charger (IRE), 12-1 Spirit d’Aunou (FR), 14-1 Getalead (IRE), 16-1 Lucky One (FR), 18-1 Blairgowrie (IRE), 22-1 Jipcot (FR), 33-1 Hooper (GB)
Race Summary: MR BRAMLEY continued his theme of race-by-race progress when a decisive winner at Wetherby on return a month ago and given his profile, he’s selected to take the step up in class in his stride. There’s depth to this race, with Go To War, Mr Hope Street and Spirit d’Aunou all of interest. 1-2-3: 1.MR BRAMLEY 2.GO TO WAR (IRE) 3.MR HOPE STREET (IRE)
RACE 5 2.20
THE CORAL MANDARIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £75000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (49 wins from 202 runners, 24%) runs BRAVE KINGDOM & INCH HOUSE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (6 wins from 48 runners, 12%) runs BRAVE KINGDOM & INCH HOUSE
Longest Traveller: HYMAC trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 93 miles.
1 CRUZ CONTROL (FR) (2)
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - En La Cruz (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR)) J Stan Sheppard
Mr F Green and Mr J Chinn Tom Lacey, Woolhope 511-40P
Br Mr Christopher Richard Hirst
S Plumbing World T TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with 3m chase win here and shaped well when fourth of 12 in handicap chase at Punchestown (24.5f, soft) a month later under an attacking ride. Spin over hurdles in October ought to have put him spot on but he was never really travelling at Wetherby on Boxing Day.
2 SURREY QUEST (IRE) (41)
B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE) (Desert King (IRE)) J Kevin Brogan Surrey Racing (SQ)
Br S. McElroy
Toby Lawes, Beare Green 0/1102-2 CD
S Surrey Racing Limited T
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner for Nicky Henderson and improved when bagging chase victories at Huntingdon and Newbury either side of last Christmas. Failed by the narrowest of margins in the Scottish National at Ayr final start and he stuck to his task when occupying same spot on last month’s return. TFRHHHII
3 HENRY’S FRIEND (IRE) (28) 7 11 12
B g Shirocco (GER) - Easter Bonnie (IRE) (Milan)
J Ben Jones
Elizabeth and Oliver Troup Ben Pauling, Naunton 111P-45 C
Br Otto Daniel Kueres
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 but with a reappearance spin under his belt, he returned to form in re-fitted cheekpieces when fifth over C&D a month ago. TFRHHHHH
4 BRAVE KINGDOM (FR) (315)
8 11 11
B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - New Foundation (IRE) (College Chapel)
J Bryony Frost
Graeme Moore, Kate & Andrew Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 131//11P- C
Br DrV. Michel Guiot
S Morson Group T
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked good when winning first 2 chases last winter Something presumably not right when well beaten in Grade 2 Reynoldstown at Ascot in February (won by Henry’s Friend) and very much the type to resume his progression this season given the yard he represents STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung and jumped left-handed. TFRHHHHI
5 INCH HOUSE (IRE) (28) 7 11 6
B g Ocovango - Ask Hazel (IRE) (Ask) J Harry Cobden
Mr Michael Geoghegan
Br R. McCarthy
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 1124F-P C
S Morson Group T CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner over hurdles who progressed well for switch to chasing, landing back-to-back handicaps here prior to a solid second at Cheltenham (25.2f). Modest subsequently, including on debut for Paul Nicholls and cheekpieces now added. Better expected. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 30/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. TFRHHHII
6 HYMAC (IRE) (41)
B g Ask - Katie Cranny (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA)) J Bryan Carver Walsh, Denny & Manhole Covers Ltd
Br Patrick McCarthy
Harry Fry, Corscombe P321-13 BF
S Grosvenor Sport, Manhole Covers Ltd T
TIMEFORMVIEW Proved well suited by a step up to 3 1/2m when opening his chase account (28f) in April. Coped well with drop back in trip when making a winning return back hurdling at Newton Abbot and shaped well back over the larger obstacles when third at Cheltenham a month ago. TFRHHHII
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7 HOLDTHATTAUGHT (GB) (342)
B g Kayf Tara - Belle Magello (FR) (Exit To Nowhere (USA))
9 11 4
Mr P. Davies Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br R. D. Chugg & Rahinston Farm
S Faucets Limited
J Charlie Deutsch
506/11P- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Often held back by his jumping/attitude but did little wrong when taking advantage of drop in the weights at Ascot on his return a year ago and backed that up when overcoming a couple of errors at Bangor Never really going in the Surrey National in January and off since.
8 HOE
JOLY SMOKE
(GB) (22) 6 11 1
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - My Miss Lucy (Alflora (IRE))
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J Harry Skelton Babbitt Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester 3P/32-21
Br Mr John Benfield
S Bottlegreen
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TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole outing between the flags and matched hurdles form at first time of asking in this sphere when second of 6 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, good to soft). Built on that promise when a smooth winner over 3m at Sandown and limit not yet reached. TFRHHHHI
9 HUDSON DE GRUGY (FR) (18)
B g Falco (USA) - Queen de Grugy (FR) (April Night (FR))
7 10 10
J Freddie Mitchell (5) Alan Jamieson Site Services Ltd
Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie et al
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 3F30-P1
S KM Elite Products Ltd
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TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough success over fences in Grade 3 Sandown novices’ handicap back in April 2023.Very well treated on that form and he cashed in at Fontwell 18 days ago, (19.5f). Significantly back up in trip and this is a deeper race.
10 POPPA POUTINE (IRE) (23)
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sherchanceit (IRE) (Norwich)
Options O Syndicate
Br Mrs Mary O’Connor
8 10 8
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J SamTwiston-Davies
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 2406/-61
S Options Energy Services Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Given a chance by the assessor and returned to form when gamely landing 6-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (25.1f, heavy) 23 days ago. Just 3lb higher here and warrants respect in this better race. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 (EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 9.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. 2023: SURREY QUEST (IRE) 6 11 7 James Bowen 7-2 (Toby Lawes) 11 ran
Betting Forecast: 5-1 Hoe Joly Smoke (GB), 13-2 Inch House (IRE), 7-1 Henry’s Friend (IRE), 8-1 Brave Kingdom (FR), Hymac (IRE), 10-1 Surrey Quest (IRE), 11-1 Poppa Poutine (IRE), 12-1 Hold That Taught (GB), 14-1 Cruz Control (FR), 16-1 Hudson de Grugy (FR)
Race Summary: HENRY’S FRIEND looked a staying chaser going places last term and having returned to form over this C&D a month ago, he’s fancied to build on that. Brave Kingdom finished behind the selection at Ascot last winter but he remains capable of better, with Hoe Joly Smoke another to take seriously 1-2-3: 1.HENRY’S FRIEND (IRE) 2.BRAVE KINGDOM (FR) 3.HOE JOLY SMOKE
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Coral Challow Novices’ Hurdle
The Challow Hurdle has earned its place as a critical stepping stone for young hurdlers aspiring to greatness. Held annually at Newbury Racecourse, the race’s storied history stretches back to its inaugural running in 1971. Open to novice hurdlers aged four years and older, this race is contested over a distance of two miles, four and a half furlongs over ten hurdles.
The race has a rich history and among its many celebrated winners is Denman, who triumphed in January 2006 before cementing his legacy with a Gold Cup victory at Cheltenham in 2008. Another standout winner is Wichita Lineman, who claimed victory in 2006 for trainer Jonjo O’Neill and owner J.P. McManus. In more recent years, the race has been won by stars such as Champ in 2018, trained by Nicky Henderson, who later secured a memorable victory in the RSA Chase at Cheltenham. Hermes Allen’s victory in 2022 was a particularly dominant performance.
Other notable winners include Large Action in January 1994, who went on to establish himself as a top-class hurdler, and Bindaree, winner in 1999, who later achieved fame with a stunning Grand National win in 2002.
Paul Nicholls has found plenty of success in this contest over the years and his six winners mark him as the leading trainer for this race. His partnership with jockey Harry Cobden has been particularly impressive with the duo winning the last four renewals of this race (Captain Teague (2023), Hermes Allen (2022), Stage Star (2021) and Bravemansgame 2020)).
Nicholls has a tremendous chance of getting another this year as he enters Regent’s Stroll who is unbeaten in all three starts of his career to date. With Harry Cobden yet again in the saddle, they could make it five in a row. Dan Skelton’s course and distance winner The New Lion who is also unbeaten in three will be his biggest challenger though don’t look past the hattrick seeking Bill Joyce.
Hermes Allen
Denman
Coral Challow Novices’ Hurdle Roll Of Honour
Captain Teague (2023)
Stage Star (2021)
Poetic Rhythm (right) (2017)
THE CORAL CHALLOW NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £100000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (49 wins from 202 runners, 24%) runs REGENT’S STROLL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (6 wins from 48 runners, 12%) runs REGENT’S STROLL
Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The stable runs REGENT’S STROLL today Longest Traveller: THE NEW LION trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 75 miles.
1 BILL JOYCE (IRE) (22)
B g Mahler - Bettys Delight (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))
J Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Dan Walker Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 1/110-11
Br Mrs Mary Hayes
S Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW £225,000 point recruit who won his first 2 bumpers. Found the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham too much but he outclassed 7 opponents with a striking success at Carlisle and also dominated a Grade 2 at Sandown 3 weeks ago. Limit not yet reached.
2 ELECTRIC MASON (IRE) (28) 5 11 7
B g Sandmason - Eclectica Girl (Multiplex)
J Rex Dingle
KTDA Racing and Mrs Nicola Morris Chris Gordon, Winchester 120-213
Br Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary
S Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Point recruit who opened his account in bumpers at Kempton in February Off the mark over hurdles at the second attempt at Fontwell and better form upped in class when third over C&D Has work to do with The New Lion.
3 FIRST CONFESSION (IRE) (36) 5 11 7
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Lough Derg Lily (IRE) (Presenting)
J Brendan Powell
Kevan Leggett, Susan & John Waterworth Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 1-31
Br Edward Ryan
S Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Bought for £140,000 after winning sole outing in points and made a highly-encouraging hurdling debut when third in 8-runner novice at Cheltenham (19.9f). Still green when landing the odds at Ascot a month ago and he has plenty of long-term potential.
4 IT’S HARDTO KNOW (IRE) (23) 5 11 7
Ch g Malinas (GER) - Sean’s Oscar (IRE) (Oscar (IRE))
Owners Group 138 Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br James Browne
S Owners Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in Irish points (Feb 2024) and justified support to make a winning hurdles debut in novice at Lingfield (19.5f) 23 days ago, jumping fluently on the whole and finding extra. Again looked a straightforward sort when following up under a penalty at Market Rasen.
5 REGENT’S STROLL (IRE) (29) 5 11 7
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pretty Puttens (IRE) (Snurge) J Harry Cobden Ferguson, Mason, Hales, Hogarth & Smith Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 11-1 C
Br Mrs Rita Kent
S Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Won both bumpers last season, looking a very promising sort for hurdles when seeing off 19 rivals in a valuable event here for second win. £660,000 purchase for new owners after and he overcame a bad error when landing the odds on hurdles debut here (2m) a month ago. Lots more to come.
6 THE NEW LION (GB) (28) 5 11 7
B g Kayf Tara - Raitera (FR) (Astarabad (USA)) J Harry Skelton Darren & AnnaleyYates Dan Skelton, Alcester 1-11 CD
Br R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg S Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) TIMEFORMVIEW Bred to stay well but showed no shortage of speed when winning a Market Rasen bumper on debut in April. Scored at first time of asking in this sphere at Chepstow (19.4f) in October and maintained unblemished record in a C&D novice a month ago. Looks smart. TFRHHHHH
7 WENDIGO (FR) (51) 5 11 7
Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Biche d’Oo (FR) (Martaline) J Gavin Sheehan
RC Syndicate I Jamie Snowden, Lambourn 1311-21 D
Br Mr Olivier Tricot S racingclub.com
TIMEFORM VIEW £70,000 recruit from the Irish pointing field who built on his Worcester debut third when winning brace of bumpers a year ago. Landed the odds on second hurdles start at Ludlow but this a different ask.TFRHHIII NUMBER OF
2023: CAPTAIN TEAGUE (IRE) 5 11 7 Harry Cobden 2-1 (Paul Nicholls) 9 ran F
Betting Forecast: 15-8 The New Lion (GB), 5-2 Regent’s Stroll (IRE), 7-2 Bill Joyce (IRE), 16-1 First Confession (IRE), 20-1 It’s Hard To Know (IRE), 22-1 Wendigo (FR), 50-1 Electric Mason (IRE)
Race Summary: The best of the early-season British novices clash in what should be a most-informative Challow Hurdle. Marginal preference is for THE NEW LION, who looked all quality when winning a C&D novice a month ago. Bill Joyce will get further in time but he remains of serious interest over any trip given his ability, with the highly-regarded Regent’s Stroll a serious player, too. 1-2-3: 1.THE NEW LION 2.BILL JOYCE (IRE) 3.REGENT’S STROLL (IRE)
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THE CORAL “PIPPED-AT-THE POST” AND WIN NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for novice five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £21000
(For conditions of this race see page 47)
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (49 wins from 202 runners, 24%) runs INTHEWATERSIDE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (6 wins from 48 runners, 12%) runs INTHEWATERSIDE
Longest Traveller: MOON D’ORANGE trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.
B g Getaway (GER) - Far Rock (IRE) (OldVic)
J P Romans & Nick Case Anthony Charlton, Warminster
Br Rockvale Stud
S Sherborne Utilities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 winner over hurdles in 2023 who was placed all 3 starts over fences earlier this year for Syd Hosie. Stepped up on reappearance/stable debut when landing 3-runner handicap chase at Doncaster a month ago, kept up to work.
B g Mahler - Exit Bob (IRE) (Exit To Nowhere (USA))
Mrs J Donnelly
Br Aaron Doocey
J Nico de Boinville
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1/114-5 BF
S Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who supplemented his hurdles debut victory at Plumpton when bagging Cheltenham Grade 2 (3m) a year ago. Fourth in Grade 1 Sefton Novices’ at Aintree on final outing and has the size for chasing, but he was modest on handicap bow at Uttoxeter Must be capable of better TFRHHHHI
3
MENAGGIO (IRE) (40)
B g Milan - Nova Stella (GER) (Lord of England (GER)) J Tom Cannon Apple Tree Stud
Br Ormond Bloodstock Ltd
Alan King, Barbury Castle 213-211 D
S Apple Tree Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of third start over hurdles and improved when runner-up on handicap debut at Kempton in May. Progressing nicely over fences too, landing a brace of 3-runner contests at Plumpton during the autumn. Likeable type. TFRHHHII
4 INTHEWATERSIDE (FR) (28)
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) -Vared (FR) (Denham Red (FR))
J Harry Cobden McNeill Family & G C Stevens
Br Haras de la Rousseliere SCEA
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 14123-3
S Ultima Business Solutions TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in bumpers and, having landed 2 of his first 3 starts over hurdles, he improved further in defeat during the spring. Sound third on return at that is venue having had a breathing op and very much the type to excel over fences. Up in trip with hood off.
5 MOON D’ORANGE (FR) (14) 6 11 4
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Ch g Spanish Moon (USA) - Fleur d’Orange (Dylan Thomas (IRE)) J Freddie Gordon (5) Ian Stuart Griffiths and Gary Evans
John McConnell, Ireland 310-334 D
Br EARL Elevage Marion & Mr Didier Marion CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a novice hurdle during a short stint for Fergal O’Brien during the spring and shaped well on chase debut having rejoined former yard when third of 12 in a Punchestown maiden. Failed to build on that since at up to 25.3f and now goes back slightly in trip. TFRHHIII
6 THEFORMISMIGHTY (GB) (25)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Mimi Equal (Alflora (IRE)) J Harry Skelton Mr Garry Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester 3614-41
Br Shade Oak Stud S Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) T CP
TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive point winner who got off the mark over hurdles at Market Rasen in March Type to make a better chaser and built on promising Chepstow debut when easily winning 10-runner handicap at Southwell (20.4f, soft) 25 days ago. Remains with serious potential, particularly over this longer trip. TFRHHHHH
7 SEA INVASION (IRE) (14)
Ch g Sea Moon - Aloha Iwanaga (GER) (Samum (GER))
Mr Richard & Mrs Carol Cheshire
Br S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe
6 10 6
J SamTwiston-Davies
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster 3413-23
S geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive over hurdles for Chris Gordon last season and sound start over fences for new yard in recent weeks. Now goes up in trip. TFRHHHII
8 ZERTAKT (FR) (13)
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Qualivie (FR) (Clety (FR))
Michael Davies and Peter Davies
Br Pierre de Maleissye Melun
6 10 5
J Charlie Deutsch
Venetia Williams, Hereford 3510/3-3
S Faucets Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage sort who landed 3 of his 6 starts in France. Lightly raced for this yard and shaped like a stayer when third of 9 over 20.2f at Windsor a fortngith ago. Gets that increased emphasis on stamina so not out of this despite being 3lb “wrong”. TFRHHHII
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 6.
2023: HENRY’S FRIEND (IRE) 6 10 11 Kielan Woods 17-2 (Ben Pauling) 7 ran
Betting Forecast: 3-1 Theformismighty (GB), 9-2 Inthewaterside (FR), 5-1 Menaggio (IRE), 11-2 Shanagh Bob (IRE), 17-2 Rock My Way (IRE), 14-1 Zertakt (FR), 16-1 Sea Invasion (IRE), 25-1 Moon D’Orange (FR)
Race Summary: THEFORMISMIGHTY confirmed that he’s going to be a much better chaser than hurdler when an easy winner at Southwell at the start of the month, and with this increased emphasis on stamina sure to suit, he holds strong claims. Shanagh Bob will surely show more this time, with Inthewaterside another of interest switched to the larger obstacles.
1-2-3: 1.THEFORMISMIGHTY 2.SHANAGH BOB (IRE) 3.INTHEWATERSIDE (FR)
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