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RACE 1 2.05

THE GET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BetVictor NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £21000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs JACKPOT DES BORDES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (9 wins from 38 runners, 24%) runs OLD COWBOY

Longest Traveller: KALIUM trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 111 miles.

SINCE LAST RUN

1 GLYNN BRAE (IRE) (27)

B g Califet (FR) - Lady Rhinestone (IRE) (Presenting)

Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 1-16211

Br S. L. Rodwell

S Courtiers Investment Services Limited, Courtiers Group Holdings Limited TIMEFORM VIEW £130,000 purchase on the back of a bumper success at Leopardstown last spring and made it 3-5 over hurdles when easily landing the odds again at Fontwell last month. Tendency to jump right a bit of a concern here for handicap debut but he’s going the right way.

2 ALEXEI (GER) (41) 5 12 0

B g Tai Chi (GER) - Andromeda (GER) (Mount Nelson)

J Brendan Powell Brocade Racing Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 114 D

Br J.Stecklein

S Coral Racing Limited T

TIMEFORMVIEW A fairly useful 4-time winner on the Flat in Germany and created an excellent impression in landing a pair of novice hurdles at Taunton this winter for his current yard. Failed to travel with the same zest upped in class on softer ground at Exeter last month and now goes handicapping.

3 SERIOUS CHALLENGE (IRE) (26) 5 11 12

HHHII

Ch g Fracas (IRE) - Dushlan (IRE) (New Approach (IRE)) J Jonathan Burke Martin St Quinton & TheYesNoWaitSorries Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 511

Br J. S. Bolger

S BresBet

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart on Flat in Ireland and progressive over hurdles for new yard this winter, supplementing his Plumpton success (20.5f) at Ayr 4 weeks ago (2m). Retains plenty of potential as a handicapper so is of major interest. TFRHHHHI

4 OH

MY JOHNNY (IRE) (38)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Milan Dancer (IRE) (Milan)

J Sean Houlihan

Richard Johnson Racing- Oh My Johnny Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead F4F101

Br Noel Kelly

S Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Made amends for his luckless Bangor effort when scoring in ready fashion at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) in December, pushed out near ﬁnish. Modest handicap debut at Haydock but soon brushed that aside when going in again at Hereford last month, staying on well. TFRHHHII

5 OLD COWBOY (GB) (12) 5 11 5

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - TaraView (Kayf Tara)

Barry & Baroness Noakes

Br Glebe Farm Stud

J Niall Houlihan

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 42-3341

S KM Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Purchased for £66,000 after ﬁnishing runner-up in a point. Encouraging start over hurdles when third over 2m here in January and jumped really well when turning over a short-odds opponent at Plumpton 12 days ago. More needed switched to a handicap.

6 KALIUM (FR) (47)

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Saisine (FR) (Homme de Loi (IRE))

Paul Bowtell & Jonathan Shinton

Br Mr Nicolas Landon

J Alan Johns

TimVaughan, Cowbridge 12115 BF

S DragonBet

TIMEFORM VIEW Appealing pedigree and made a winning debut in a Killarney bumper in May, which was his sole outing for Sean Doyle. Promising start over hurdles for new connections, too, winning twice and perhaps best not to judge him too harshly on ﬁfth-place ﬁnish on handicap debut at Carlisle. TFRHHIII

7 CALIMYSTIC (IRE) (31)

6 11 2

BHA118

B g Califet (FR) - Mystic Masie (IRE) (Turgeon (USA)) J Nico de Boinville

James & Jean Potter Ltd

Br Mrs B. D. Byrne

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 221 D

S Potter Group, Potters House

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to the smart Angels Breath. Runner-up in a Taunton bumper in November and conﬁrmed the promise of his hurdles debut at Doncaster when landing 6-runner novice back there a month ago (19.4f). Certainly in the right hands to go on progressing. TFRHHHHI

8 BEAU QUALI (FR) (33)

5 11 2

B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Qualita (GER) (Konigstiger (GER)) J Harry Skelton

Mrs Susan Carsberg Dan Skelton, Alcester 2-242F2

Br Mme Nicole Malatier

S Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a juvenile hurdle in France last March (sole start for David Cottin) and has made the frame all 4 completed starts for present yard. Handicap debut and he needs to raise his game upped slightly in trip.

TFRHHHII

9 JACKPOT DES BORDES (FR) (82)

6 11 2 BHA118

B gVision d’Etat (FR) - Carmen des Bordes (FR) (Network (GER)) J Harry Cobden

Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 9 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 12-612 BF

Br E.A.R.L. Les Bordes de Mornay et al

S Morson Group T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning bumper debut at Hereford in 2023 and left hurdling debut effort behind when winning 13-runner novice atTaunton (16.5f, good to soft) getting away with the drop in trip. Failed to land the odds back at that venue but a stronger pace may suit him now handicapping ﬁtted with headgear TFRHHHII

10 NORN IRON (IRE) (21)

7 10 12

Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Coco des Champs (IRE) (Robin des Champs (FR))

Dr. Paul Kelly

Br Louise Cooper-Joyce

J Paul O’Brien

Harry Derham, Newbury 43/-224 BF

S OLBG

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise in 2022/23 season for Oliver Sherwood and promising start for new yard with a brace of runner-up efforts this season, latterly on handicap debut at this venue. Shaped better than result when heavily backed at Doncaster and there’s more to come over this trip. TFRHHHHH

11 SIX AND OUT (GB) (212)

7 10 5 BHA107

Ch g Sixties Icon - Extremely Rare (IRE) (Mark of Esteem (IRE)) J James Davies

Miss E. J. Tanner David Weston, West Overton 45-1U16 D BF

Br D. J. Weston

S Flintstone Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to make a successful handicap debut in 8-runner event at Stratford (18.7f, good, 5/1) in July, responding well from the last to see off the favourite. Not in the same form at Newton Abbot a month later and off since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the drop back. TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 9.

2024: I LOVE MY BAIE (FR) 6 11 11 J J Slevin 22-1 (S R B Crawford) 9 ran F

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Norn Iron (IRE), 7-1 Alexei (GER), Oh My Johnny (IRE), 15-2 Serious Challenge (IRE), 8-1 Glynn Brae (IRE), 9-1 Calimystic (IRE), Beau Quali (FR), 11-1 Jackpot des Bordes (FR), 18-1 Old Cowboy (GB), 22-1 Kalium (FR), 40-1 Six And Out (GB)

Race Summary: Plenty of in-form sorts to consider, with NORN IRON just about the most persuasive option. Still unexposed for Harry Derham, he chased home a next-time-out winner at this venue on his penultimate start and was better than the result when heavily backed at Doncaster latest. Serious Challenge has the scope to do better in this sphere given his Flat form, with Calimystic completing the shortlist. 1-2-3: 1.NORN IRON (IRE) 2.SERIOUS CHALLENGE (IRE) 3.CALIMYSTIC

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STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £40000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs MATTERHORN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (9 wins from 38 runners, 24%) runs BLACK GERRY

Fancy That: D Skelton won this race in 2023 and 2024. The stable runs REAL STONE & RISKINTHEGROUND today

Longest Traveller: SAINT SEGAL trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 133 miles.

(FR) (140)

B g Martaline - Sacarine (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mme Henri Devin S Morson Group T TIMEFORM VIEW Won his ﬁrst 4 starts in handicap chases this season but made a bad early error when pulled up at Newton Abbot in August and reportedly bled when well held at Ascot in November Off since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. TFR

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Bal Celtique (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE))

J David Noonan Culverhill Racing ClubV

Br E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant et al

Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton 405123 CD

S Culverhill Farm Racing T

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in December and backed it up with 2 good placed efforts, including in the Greatwood Gold Cup here 3 weeks ago. Can go well again. TFRHHHHI

3 IMAGINE (FR) (36) 7 11 8

B g Montmartre (FR) - Ofurie (FR) (Robin des Champs (FR))

J Paul O’Brien Barratt Racing

Br Xavier Leredde & Daniel Desforges

Harry Derham, Newbury 114-P53

S OLBG T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked an exciting chase prospect when successful at Fairyhouse and Punchestown (Grade 2) in November 2023. Subsequently sold out of Gordon Elliott’s yard for 320,000 euros but has struggled all 3 starts for this yard this season. Tongue strap/headgear now given a whirl. TFRHHHII

4 NUMITOR (GB) (64) 11 11 7

Gr g Schiaparelli (GER) - Just Popsy (Turgeon (USA))

Mr Paul G. Jacobs and Wetumpka Racing

Br Mr & Mrs James Main

J James Bowen

Heather Main, Wantage 16-P11P D

S Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Enhanced healthy strike rate over fences atWincanton on return and as good as ever when defying a 3lb rise at Cheltenham. Turned in a rare modest effort at Market Rasen last time, however, and looks vulnerable back in open company (last 3 wins have come in veteran events). STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/1/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the fast pace. TFRHHHII

5 THEATRE MAN (IRE) (102)

B g Ocovango - Theatre Bird (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE))

Burkes & Syders

Br Thomas Merrigan

Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winning hurdler who bettered that form in defeat over fences last term, notably second at Cheltenham in January Well held both starts this season but could bounce back returning from a break (has had breathing operation).

B g Arvico (FR) - Stoney Path (Petoski)

Mrs S. C. Welch

Br Mrs S. C. Welch

Dan Skelton, Alcester

S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes T

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record switched to fences last season but left reappearance behind when making all at Wetherby, unchallenged. However, only fourth at Kelso next time and Harry Skelton seemingly prefers Riskintheground. TFRHHHII

7 BHALOO (IRE) (28) 7 10 13

Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Feldaline (IRE) (Presenting) J Nico de Boinville

Dash Grange Stud

Br Susannah Berry

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 1-21PPP

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice hurdle winner last season and made successful start over fences in 4-runner handicap at Ascot (19f, good) in November However, pulled up next 3 starts so plenty to prove at present. TFRHHHII

8 SCARFACE (IRE) (21) 8 10 12

B g Milan - Consider Her Lucky (GER) (Silvano (GER))

J Brendan Powell

Kevan Leggett, Susan & John Waterworth Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 542240 D

Br Mrs Lisa Doran

S Coral Racing Limited CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Some good efforts in defeat this season but let down by jumping when well held in Greatwood Gold Cup over C&D 3 weeks ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII

9 RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE) (20) 8 10 11

B g Presenting - The Folkes Choice (King’s Theatre (IRE))

J Harry Skelton 3 Sons Dan Skelton, Alcester 335444 D

Br Fergal Duncan & Loman Duncan

S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes T

TIMEFORMVIEW Big improver with 4 handicap wins in the ﬁrst half of the season More recent efforts suggest he’s gone off the boil but wasn’t knocked about at Huntingdon latest and is now just 1lb above last successful mark. TFRHHHHH

10 BLACK GERRY (IRE) (28)

B g Westerner - Triptoshan (IRE) (Anshan)

Mrs M. Devine

Br Cathal Ennis

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham

J Tom Cannon

S KM Elite Products Ltd B

TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 4 of his starts (at up to 19.8f) when completing during 2022/23 but has mostly struggled since, running modestly back in a handicap at Kempton 4 weeks ago.

11 BOB BOB RICARD (IRE) (20)

B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Russian Memories (FR) (Slickly (FR))

Mr Paul Downing

Br Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

7 10 5

TFRHHIII

J Richie McLernon

Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham 1250P1 D

S Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for the switch to fences last summer, landing good-ground handicap chases at Ffos Las (16f) and Worcester (20f). Back to form after a break when resuming winning ways in 3-runner handicap at Doncaster 3 weeks ago but will ﬁnd this more demanding.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5. 2024: HELTENHAM (FR) 7 11 1 Harry Skelton EVENS (Dan Skelton) 6 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-2 Saint Segal (FR), Bob Bob Ricard (IRE), 13-2 Theatre Man (IRE), 8-1 Scarface (IRE), 12-1 Matterhorn (FR), Imagine (FR), Riskintheground (IRE), 14-1 Real Stone (GB), Bhaloo (IRE), 16-1 Numitor (GB), 22-1 Black Gerry (IRE)

Race Summary: RISKINTHEGROUND hasn’t made much of an impact of late but he hinted at a return to form at Huntingdon 3 weeks ago so could be worth chancing now just 1lb above his last winning mark. The in-form Saint Segal is a solid alternative, with Theatre Man another to keep an eye on back from a break (has had breathing operation).

1-2-3: 1.RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE) 2.SAINT SEGAL (FR) 3.THEATRE MAN (IRE)

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RACE 3 3.15

THE BETVICTOR BRITISH EBF “NATIONAL HUNT” MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (A LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE) (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £55000

Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs CLOTILDA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 44 runners, 16%) runs CLOTILDA

Longest Traveller: ROCKSTOWN GIRL trained by A Mccann, Ireland.

(For conditions of this race see page 47) COLOURS NO

1 JASMINE BLISS (GB) (19)

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Burton Ash (Diktat)

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Jasmine B Harry Derham, Newbury

Br Mrs Caroline George S Olive Print & Graphics T TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who was successful twice in bumpers last season and has repeated the feat over hurdles with wins in maiden at Ludlow (21f, soft) and novice at Southwell (20.5f, good) in recent weeks. While it’s hard to argue an opening mark of 125 looks generous she surely has more to offer

2 ROCKSTOWN GIRL (IRE) (102)

Ch m Iffraaj - Miss Marina Bay (Galileo (IRE))

J Oakley Brown (5) Rockstown Girl Syndicate A. McCann, Ireland 1431F0

Br Tinnakill Bloodstock T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful hurdler, winning 2m maiden at Tipperary and 19.5f novice at Chepstow in the ﬁrst half of the season. Stiff task and ran to form when 14 lengths seventh in Punchestown listed novice when last seen in December Makes handicap debut after break. TFRHHHII

3 SCARLET O’TARA (GB) (97)

7 11 6

B m Kayf Tara - Run Ructions Run (IRE) (Westerner) J Luke Scott (3) Upton House Stud & Chris Stedman Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich 3-1211P

Br Laura Newland & Caroline Stedman S Coulthursts Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Added to her maiden/novice wins in the ﬁrst half of the season when landing a 3m Ascot handicap in November Ran modestly (found to have bled) in a Carlisle handicap in December and off since. Others are more obvious. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. TFRHHIII

4 LA PINSONNIERE (FR) (19)

5 11 5

B m Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Ria Menina (FR) (Air Eminem (IRE)) J Nico de Boinville Dash Grange Stud Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 362-212

Br Baudron (S), Ecurie La Pinsonniere CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful form in France and struck at the second time of asking for Nicky Henderson in 2m Huntingdon maiden in January Jasmine Bliss was 11 lengths too strong for her at Southwell since but she’s the mount of Nico de Boinville from the yard’s trio. Cheekpieces are added for handicap debut. TFRHHHII

5 SUNSET MARQUESA (IRE) (44) 6 11 4

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Be My Sunset (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))

The Wychwood Partnership Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Mr I. McGrath S Coral Racing Limited T

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who gained a second hurdle success when seeing off 3 rivals in a 2m Ffos Las novice (heavy) last month. First-time tongue tie worn on that occasion retained. This is her ﬁrst outing beyond 2m. TFRHHHII

6 SIOG GEAL (IRE) (32) 6 11 3

B m Malinas (GER) - Seoighe (IRE) (Milan) J Jonathan Burke The Good Stock Syndicate Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Br Mr John Noel McGivney

S BresBet

TIMEFORMVIEW £80,000 Irish point winner who showed plenty in a couple of bumpers and made a successful start over hurdles when a warm order at Catterick (2m) in December Better form in defeat twice since and her opening handicap mark looks very workable with the prospect of more to come at 2 1/2m.

7 JAKANA (IRE) (19)

6 10 12

Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Golden Firth (IRE) (Flemensﬁrth (USA)) J Fern O’Brien (7)

Mr C. B. Brookes Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 0-32115

Br Mrs Juliet Brown

S Dunraven Group of Companies CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed maiden/novice wins around 2 1/2m in December/January Looked a bit ungainly when a below-par ﬁfth to Jasmine Bliss in Southwell novice 19 days ago and cheekpieces are reached for now handicapping for the ﬁrst time. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. TFRHHHII

8 CRAZIERTHANDAISY (GB) (81)

6 10 10

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Daisy de Sivola (FR) (Assessor (IRE)) J James Bowen

Mr K. Alexander Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 31-221 D

Br Mr Kenneth Alexander

S Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who was runner-up in her ﬁrst 2 hurdles before making no mistake in Warwick mares’ novice (21f, soft) on New Year’s Eve. Should have more to offer in handicaps for leading connections. TFRHHHHI

9 BETTY’STIARA (GB) (30)

B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE) (Presenting)

7 10 10

J Ben Jones

Mrs Emma Palmer Ben Pauling, Naunton 02-5523 BF

Br Mrs Bridget Henley

S Fitzdares

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest on Taunton handicap debut just after Christmas but has bounced back to form with placed efforts in mares’ maidens at Ludlow (second to Jasmine Bliss) and Huntingdon. Has had wind surgery TFRHHHII

10 COME ON NIA (GB) (44)

6 10 8

B m Telescope (IRE) - Call Me A Star (Midnight Legend) J JayTidball (5)

Mr A.V. John Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton 110224

Br D. and Mrs Holmes

S Andy Martin Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved away from the mud when winning back-to-back 2m handicaps last summer Flopped on heavy ground at Ffos Las 6 weeks ago but these conditions should be more to her liking. Proven at this trip. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/2/2025 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface. TFRHHHII

11 I AMTHE MOON (GB) (19)

B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Midnight Tour (Midnight Legend)

James & Jean Potter Ltd

Br James and Jean Potter Ltd

6 10 8

J SamTwiston-Davies

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 544124

S Potter Group, Potters House TIMEFORMVIEW Acquitted herself well in a couple of bumpers and improved on hurdling debut effort to justify support in a Warwick novice in January. Matched that form when runner-up at Uttoxeter (2m, heavy) the following month but well behind Jasmine Bliss and La Pinsonniere at Southwell since. Handicap debut. TFRHHIII 12

B mYeats (IRE) - Free Thinking (Hernando (FR)) J Richie McLernon Hot to Trot Racing & Robert Waley-Cohen Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke 4F0132 D

Br UptonViva Stud

S Hot To Trot Racing Ltd T TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in a 21f Ludlow handicap in October and creditable placed efforts there on her 2 outings since. Returns from a 3-month break with her stable in form.

B or Br m Pour Moi (IRE) - Bobomy (IRE) (Bob Back (USA)) J Charlie Hammond GMG Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard 4F-6624

Br G. Durrheim and Maria Mulcahy Durrheim S Science Supplements

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability sole outing in bumpers last summer and has made steady progress in maiden/ hurdles since. Appeals as one who should have more to offer now moving into handicaps. TFRHHHHI

Gr f Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Goldﬂake (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

J Harry Cobden

Mr D. G. Staddon Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 223143

Br Henri Devin

S Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair juvenile hurdler in France who made a winning start for Paul Nicholls at Huntingdon (2m) in December Only modest in 2 outings since and now steps up in trip for handicap debut in a bid to get her career back on track.

Br m Diamond Boy (FR) - Madame Grove (IRE) (Shirocco (GER))

J Adam Wedge Canter Banter Racing 2 Nicky Henderson, Lambourn 2-05135

Br KK Agri Ltd

S Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up sole start in Irish points and stepped up on bumper efforts when making a winning hurdling debut at Uttoxeter (2m) in November Improved under a penalty when third of 7 in novice at Ludlow (21f, soft) in December but below par on Sandown handicap debut last month.

16 THE SECRET PEARL (IRE) (24)

B m Mahler - And Whatever Else (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))

The Soldiers of Fortune Alex Hales, Edgecote

Br The Beeches Stud Ltd

S Winwood Construction UK Ltd

J Harry Bannister

TIMEFORMVIEW Matched the pick of her novice form sent handicapping when fourth of 11 at Bangor last month but reported to have made a respiratory noise when pulled up there since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/2/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 12, 14, 16.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

2024: ALL THE GLORY 7 11 3 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 25-1 (Jonjo O’Neill) 17 ran F

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Siog Geal (IRE), 6-1 Jasmine Bliss (GB), 11-1 La Pinsonniere (FR), 12-1 Rockstown Girl (IRE), Crazierthandaisy (GB), 14-1 Sunset Marquesa (IRE), 16-1 Of Course You Can (GB), Clotilda (FR), 20-1 Jakana (IRE), Pismo Beach (IRE), 22-1 Betty’s Tiara (GB), 25-1 I Am The Moon (GB), 28-1 Scarlet O’Tara (GB), 33-1 Come On Nia (GB), Either Way (IRE), 50-1 The Secret Pearl (IRE)

Race Summary: SIOG GEAL should relish the step up to 2 1/2m and can strike from what looks a favourable opening handicap mark. Pismo Beach, Crazierthandaisy and Jasmine Bliss are other newcomers to the handicap ranks who should have more to offer

1-2-3: 1.SIOG GEAL (IRE) 2.PISMO BEACH (IRE) 3.CRAZIERTHANDAISY

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JOhN haiNe 1942-1998

John Haine, Winter Fair, Chepstow Photo by Bernard Parkin

John Haine and style were synonymous, on horseback, his manner of dress, his choice of car or his preferred eateries, were all about style. When Brough Scott said, “Maybe John was never destined for old age and slippers”, he summed up the man to perfection.

John’s life revolved around horses from a very early age as a star performer in the show ring, and a competitive follower with the Beaufort Hounds. Apprenticed to Bob Turnell at the earliest opportunity, he rode his first winner on Misconception at Bath in 1958, but after about 30 further successes on the flat, his riding weight dictated a move to the National Hunt. Highlights of his jumping career include wins on Buona Notte in the Gloucestershire Hurdle, and the tote Champion Novices’ Chase (1964), both at Cheltenham. Two more Gloucestershire Hurdle wins followed on Chorus (1967) and Barnard (1971). Other major victories include the Scottish National on Popham Down (1964), the Imperial Cup on Sir Thopas (1967), the Topham Trophy on Charter Flight (1970) and the Welsh National on Charlie H (1972). However, it was winning the 1966 Champion Hurdle on Salmon Spray that gave John his most thrilling victory – horse and jockey matching dash and brilliance, performing a class act to the delight of the Cheltenham Festival crowd.

Ten years as a trainer brought further successes, most notably with Roger Bacon and Jenny Splendid, who enjoyed her retirement in John’s paddocks at Crudwell. Involvement in racehorse breeding and transport maintained John’s participation in the racing world he loved.

Remembering his mischievous smile, and his penchant for a punt, many friends will be raising their glasses to him today as a man who not only loved racing, but most of all loved the horse.

His wife, Sue, summed it up beautifully when she said that her life with John has been “sometimes good, sometimes bad, but never boring!”

THE

JOHN HAINE MEMORIAL NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £16500

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

The Family Of John Haine

Leading course trainer (20-25): N Henderson (39 wins from 217 runners, 18%) runs JASMIN BELLEVUE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (6 wins from 36 runners, 17%) runs JASMIN BELLEVUE

Fancy That: C Gordon won this race in 2021 and 2024. The stable runs JUDGEMENTOFSOLOMON today Longest Traveller: COCONUT GROVE trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 93 miles.

Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Tropical Ocean (IRE) (Anshan)

Mr Rupert Anton Alan King, Barbury Castle

Br Edward Ryan

S Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Made a very promising start to his career when runner-up in valuable course bumper last spring and didn’t need to match hurdling debut form to land a Wincanton maiden in December Below best when turned over at short odds last time but expected to bounce back.

2 I PLAY COUNTY (IRE) (19)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Turbinia (IRE) (Alderbrook)

The M Team Toby Lawes, Beare Green

Br Mrs J. O. Onions

S Lawmens Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner who was found to have an irregular heartbeat when pulled up on return/ hurdling bow at Wetherby, but got his career back on track when landing a Southwell maiden in a ﬁrst-time tongue strap 4 months on. More required under a penalty

3 GOODBYEMICK (IRE) (55)

Gr g Fairly Ransom (USA) - Halfway Home (Presenting) J SamTwiston-Davies Green Army Syndicate Max Comley, Naunton

Br Liam Walsh

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who ran to just a fair level when sixth of 14 in hunter chase at Clonmel (20f, soft) on Rules debut in January Has left John F. Gleeson. TFRHHIII

4 JASMIN

BELLEVUE

(FR) (14) 6 11 0

Br g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Same Life (FR) (Khalkevi (IRE))

J Nico de Boinville

Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Nicky Henderson, Lambourn F2/-6U

Br Mr Jean-Pierre Bichon

S Unibet H

TIMEFORM VIEW £110,000 purchase after ﬁnishing runner-up completed start in Irish points but has proven too headstrong on both starts under Rules, including when unseating in a ﬁrst-time hood at Hereford latest. TFRHHHII

5 JOHN BARBOUR (GB) (31) 6 11 0

B gYeats (IRE) - Lindeman (IRE) (Presenting)

Old Gold Racing 26

Br Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

J Jonathan Burke

3142 D

S Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who showed promise sent hurdling when second in 10-runner novice at Ludlow (15.8f, good to soft) last month, staying on to close gap on eased winner Open to improvement. TFRHHHHI

6 RENE’S WALK (GB) (42)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Rene’s Girl (IRE) (Presenting)

Andy & Sharon Measham

Br Andy Measham

5 10 7

Dan Skelton, Alcester

J Harry Skelton

S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a 2 1/2m-3m hurdle/chase winner and stepped up on her bumper debut form when fourth in 13-runner event at Warwick (2m) 42 days ago. Will surely make a jumper but is bred to come more into her own at longer trips. TFRHHHII

7 AMANCIO (GB) (22) 4 10 4

BHA-

B g Sixties Icon - Estrellada (Oasis Dream) J James Davies

Power Geneva Ltd

Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn P6

Br Rob Windridge T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 10.5f) for Jack Channon but has shown little in a pair of juvenile hurdles. TFRHIIII

8 COCONUT

GROVE

(FR) (202) 4 10 4 BHA-

Gr or Ro g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Anabasis (GER) (High Chaparral (IRE)) J Bryan Carver

The Jago Family Partnership

Br S.A.R.L. Haras de Hus

Harry Fry, Corscombe

S Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to useful hurdler/chaser Adjali (2m-2 1/2m winner, by Kamsin). Showed fair form when winning 1 1/2m event only outing on Flat in France for Luciano Vitabile and is one to note now going hurdling for in-form yard. TFRHHHII

9 JUDGEMENTOFSOLOMON (GB) (160) 4 10 4

B g Study of Man (IRE) - Diablerette (Green Desert (USA)) J Harry Cobden

Ms Jane Southall

Br Miss K. Rausing

Chris Gordon, Winchester

S Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 17f), successful twice in 2024, not seen to best effect ﬁnal start. Subsequently sold out of Sir Mark Prescott Bt’s yard for 90,000 gns, and he’s an interesting hurdling debutant. TFRHHHHI

10 LASTING LOVE (GB) (109)

4 10 2

B f Lope deVega (IRE) -Yarrow (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE)) J Richie McLernon

Mrs Doreen Tabor

Br Stone Roses Bloodstock

Faye Bramley, Lambourn

S Ashford Stud of 5095

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful maiden at best on Flat (should be suited by 1 1/2m) but ran poorly on ﬁnal 2 outings in that sphere. Has left Andrew Balding ahead of hurdle debut. TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 (EXACTA)

Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 7.

2024: GOODWIN (IRE) 6 11 6 Freddie Gordon 3-1 (Chris Gordon) 11 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-2 Don’t Mind If I Do (IRE), 5-1 John Barbour (GB), 13-2 Judgementofsolomon (GB), 7-1 I Play County (IRE), 8-1 Coconut Grove (FR), 9-1 Jasmin Bellevue (FR), 12-1 Rene’s Walk (GB), 33-1 Lasting Love (GB), 66-1 Goodbyemick (IRE), 100-1 Amancio (GB)

Race Summary: DON’T MIND IF I DO disappointed when turned over at short odds last time, but his previous form reads well, not least his second in a big-ﬁeld bumper here last spring, so he’s well worth another chance to defy a penalty John Barbour can improve on his opening effort in this sphere at Ludlow, while Judgementofsolomon is a noteworthy newcomer to hurdling based on his fairly useful Flat form.

1-2-3: 1.DON’T MIND IF I DO (IRE) 2.JOHN BARBOUR 3.JUDGEMENTOFSOLOMON

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BHA-

Goffs Hundr ed Gr and Bumper 2025

RACE 5 4.25

THE GOFFS HUNDRED GRAND BUMPER (AN OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE) (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for four and five yrs old

Total prize fund £100000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs TALK TO THE MAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 44 runners, 16%) runs TALK TO THE MAN

Longest Traveller: TALK THE TALK & BLUE DU NEUF trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

1 BLUE DU NEUF (FR) (-)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Caitys Joy (GER) (Malinas (GER)) J Ben Bromley

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Br S.C.E.A. Haras Du Neuf

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

S The Sporting Life T

TIMEFORM VIEW £30,000 Blue Bresil gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler Kilbarry Hill. Dam (h126) bumper/19f hurdle winner Wears tongue tie. Trainer’s bumper runners command respect and need comparing in betting to stablemate Talk The Talk. TFRHHHII

2 HARD STARE (GB) (63) 5 11 6

B g Passing Glance - Farewellatmidnight (Midnight Legend) J Rex Dingle

Marmalade Matters

Br Mrs J. Way

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster 1 D

S geegeez.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in point bumpers (Jan 18). The stable does well in bumpers, including a win in this race in 2023. Interesting runner

3 KADASTRAL (FR) (43)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Parallele (FR) (Video Rock (FR))

Mr Christopher Greenall

Br Mme Michele Juhen-Cypres

5 11 6

Dan Skelton, Alcester

TFRHHHHI

J Harry Skelton

2 BF

S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW £82,000 Cokoriko gelding who produced a promising ﬁrst effort when second of 8 at Kempton (soft) 6 weeks ago. A must for the shortlist for a leading yard which has sent out over 20 bumper winners this season. TFRHHHHI

4 KLUB DE REVE (FR) (57) 5 11 6

B g Fly With Me (FR) - Silouette de Reve (FR) (Truth Or Dare)

Cheerio Partnership.

Br Mr Jean-Paul Gronﬁer

J Paul O’Brien

Harry Derham, Newbury 210

S OLBG

TIMEFORMVIEW Point winner last May who was better than the result when seventh of 16 on his Doncaster bumper debut in January, travelling well long way. Open to improvement. TFRHHHII

5 MY FORTUNE (IRE) (-)

5 11 6

Br g Milan - Fine Fortune (IRE) (Bob Back (USA)) J Ben

Mrs S. P. Davis

Br Hugh Hazzard

Ben Pauling, Naunton

S Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 Milan gelding. Closely related to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser who became unreliable Fortunate George.This newcomer hails from a powerful stable and needs monitoring in the betting.

6 TALKTOTHE MAN (IRE) (80) 5 11 6

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Windermere Sky (IRE) (Oscar (IRE)) J Harry Cobden

Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 1-5

Br Edmond Coleman

S Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start in Irish points last spring. 9/4, travelled well but didn’t see it out on testing ground when ﬁfth of 8 in Exeter bumper on New Year’s Day. May prove a different proposition on this sounder surface.

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7 TIDDESLEY WOOD (GB) (57) 5 11 6

Ch g Sir Percy - Doyly Carte (Doyen (IRE))

J Jonathan Burke

Mr Ismail El Magdoub Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham 3

Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

S Imre Investments Limited T

TIMEFORMVIEW 10/1 and tongue tied, caught the eye when third of 16 in bumper at Doncaster (good to soft) on debut 57 days ago, keeping on from the rear despite meeting trouble. Looks sure to improve TFRHHHHH

8 ATTHE OCHE (IRE) (20) 4 11 0

Ch g Ocovango - Carnival Flag (FR) (Ballingarry (IRE)) J SamTwiston-Davies

Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies

Br Peter Molony

Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham 1

S Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame inexperience to make a winning start to his career in 12-runner Doncaster bumper 3 weeks ago. Open to progress. TFRHHHHI

9 CONNECTTHE DOTS (GB) (59) 4 11 0

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Comtesse du Sud (FR) (Enrique) J Kielan Woods

Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw

Br Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley 1 D

S Fitzdares Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW 11/1, won 11-runner bumper at Catterick (good) on debut in January, just holding on. TFR

10 HALF HOPING (FR) (-)

4 10 10

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Toxic Girl (FR) (Soldier of Fortune (IRE)) J James Davies

Hope Springs Too Nick Gifford, Findon

Br Mr F. Aimez, Ms L.Aimez & Mr P. Aimez

S Avtrade Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW £28,000 Jeu St Eloi gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including 7f/1m winner abroad Rikoleta. Dam placed on Flat in France The stable is 5-78 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons TFRHHIII

11 TALKTHETALK (FR) (-)

4 10 10

Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Walk The Walk (FR) (Walk In The Park (IRE)) J James Bowen

Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede

Br E.A.R.L. de Faydeau

S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland

S The Sporting Life T

TIMEFORMVIEW £70,000 BornTo Sea gelding. Dam unraced sister to French 17f/19f hurdle winnerThenac. Fitted with a tongue tie. One of 2 newcomers for connections and the betting should help to separate them. TFR

12 WESTERN GEORGE (IRE) (-) 4 10 10

B g Order of St George (IRE) - Gorgeous Kate (IRE) (Westerner) J Richie McLernon Paul Taiano & The Gorgeous Crew Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Cyril O’Hara

S Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW £40,000 Order of St George gelding. Dam unraced sister to useful bumper winner/smart hurdler Captain Cutter and useful hurdler/chase winner Gowel Road. The yard is only 2-29 in bumpers this season so possibly best to look elsewhere unless the betting hints otherwise. TFRHHIII

13 WONDERING WHY (IRE) (-)

4 10 10

BHA-

B g Sea Moon - Margarita (GER) (Lomitas) J Harry Bannister

Mr Richard J. Bandey Richard Bandey, Kingsclere

Br Mrs Orla Hughes

TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 Sea Moon gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners on Flat, including useful 1 1/4m winner abroad Memphis. Dam German 1 1/4m/11f winner. Makes some paper appeal but the stable is only 2-39 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons. TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 1, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 5, 10, 11, 12, 13.

2024: REGENT’S STROLL (IRE) 5 11 10 Harry Cobden 7-2 (Paul Nicholls) 20 ran

Betting Forecast: 4-1 Kadastral (FR), 9-2 At The Oche (IRE), 8-1 Tiddesley Wood (GB), 10-1 Hard Stare (GB), 12-1 Connect The Dots (GB), 14-1 My Fortune (IRE), Talk To The Man (IRE), 16-1 Blue du Neuf (FR), Talk The Talk (FR), 22-1 Klub de Reve (FR), 25-1 Western George (IRE), 50-1 Half Hoping (FR), Wondering Why (IRE)

Race Summary: TIDDESLEY WOOD was an eyecatcher on his Doncaster debut in January and can build on that promise and land this valuable prize. Recent Doncaster scorer At The Oche and Dan Skelton Kempton runner-up Kadastral are others likely to go well, while point bumper winner Hard Stare is one to note in the betting for a yard which tasted success in this race 2 years ago. 1-2-3: 1.TIDDESLEY WOOD 2.AT THE OCHE (IRE) 3.KADASTRAL (FR)

THE BUSINESS COLLEAGUES & FRIENDS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £21000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

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Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs BEAU BALKO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (9 wins from 38 runners, 24%) runs JETRONIC

Longest Traveller: JAVERT ALLEN trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 133 miles.

1 TEDDY BLUE (GER) (7)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Tickle Me Blue (GER) (Iffraaj)

Hale Sargent Evans Clifton Harry Derham, Newbury

Br Gestut Gorlsdorf

S OLBG

T TIMEFORMVIEW Talented but his temperament started to look an issue for the Moore stable. Has taken better to fences than may have been expected, making it second time lucky when allowed to dominate at Huntingdon before following up in very different fashion at Kempton (18f) last week. Opposable on balance.

2 JAVERT ALLEN (FR) (28)

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Une Epoque (FR) (Dom Alco (FR))

J David Noonan HoltMacnabbRobinsonMiltonTuckerWeedon Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton 2/22-112 CD BF

Br Mr BrunoVagne

S Culverhill Farm Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 6-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/over C&D over the winter Unlucky not to remain unbeaten over fences back at Chepstow 4 weeks ago (ridden too aggressively) and can resume winning ways TFRHHHHH

3 BEAU BALKO (FR) (21)

B g Balko (FR) - Douce Ambiance (FR) (Kouroun (FR))

7 11 12

J Ben Bromley (5) Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Balko Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mr Ghislain Coutre

S Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

312224 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort doubled his tally over fences at Wincanton in November Runner-up next 3 starts and ran respectably in a more competitive race when fourth of 14 at this course (19.8f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. Place claims.

4 MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) (15)

7 11 6

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Numero Huit (IRE) (Robin des Champs (FR))

TFRHHHII

J Harry Skelton

Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate-Major Fortu Dan Skelton, Alcester 166P42

Br Noel O’Brien

S Olive Print & Graphics

TIMEFORM VIEW Big improver stepped up to 2 1/2m+ last season, winning 5 on the spin and adding to his tally at Newton Abbot (16.8f) in October Form went the wrong way since but left chasing debut effort behind when runner-up at Leicester earlier this month. Needs to build on that back down in trip. TFRHHHHI

JETRONIC (FR)

(12) 6 11 2

B g Reliable Man - Bejaya (FR) (Califet (FR)) J

David Leon & James Devine Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham 16-P5P4

Br E. B. de La Motte & J. B. de La Salle

S KM Elite Products Ltd T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner in France and landed a Plumpton novice hurdle for Paul Nicholls last spring. Little impact in 4 starts for present yard but he is at least coming down the weights. Tongue tie reapplied and ﬁrst-time cheekpieces added to try eke out that bit extra.

6 BALLYBREEZE (GB) (22) 9 10 6

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Cottstown Gold (IRE) (Presenting) J SamTwiston-Davies

Mr Kevin Price Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham 0F/U-0P3 D

Br Mrs Fiona Walker

S Solstice

TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning start over fences at Chepstow in October 2022 but lightly-raced and below that level since. However, he took a step back in the right direction after 9 weeks off when third of 5 at this C&D (soft) just over 3 weeks ago and will need to step up on that to feature.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

2024: RATH GAUL HILL (IRE) 6 10 7 Robert Dunne 10-3 (Samuel Drinkwater) 7 ran

Betting Forecast: 15-8 Teddy Blue (GER), 5-2 Javert Allen (FR), 5-1 Major Fortune (IRE), 6-1 Beau Balko (FR), 20-1 Jetronic (FR), 22-1 Ballybreeze (GB)

Race Summary: JAVERT ALLEN can consider himself unlucky not to be unbeaten over fences, ridden perhaps a shade too aggressively when narrowly denied at Chepstow last month. With further progress on the cards, he can regain the winning thread at the expense of Major Fortune, who left his chasing debut effort well behind when ﬁnding just one too good at Leicester recently Teddy Blue, who did plenty wrong when scoring at Kempton last week, completes the shortlist.

1-2-3: 1.JAVERT ALLEN (FR) 2.MAJOR FORTUNE (IRE) 3.TEDDY BLUE (GER)

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THE BetVictor A RUN FOR YOUR MONEY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £21000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): P Nicholls (48 wins from 210 runners, 23%) runs GOLDEN SON

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 44 runners, 16%) runs GOLDEN SON

Longest Travellers: SMARTY WILD trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead & NEON MOON trained by D Pipe, Wellington, both 108 miles.

1 FIDELIOVALLIS (FR) (21)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - QuoraVallis (FR) (Mansonnien (FR)) J Paul O’Brien

Mr Jonathan Gregory Harry Derham, Newbury 41-P606

Br Mr Andre Noel Dutertre S OLBG CP TIMEFORMVIEW Took a decent pot at Musselburgh on NewYear’s Day 2024 and best effort since when fading in the Grimthorpe at Doncaster 3 weeks ago. Shorter trip will suit with cheekpieces back on and he’s interesting from a reduced mark.

2 NEON MOON (IRE) (94) 9 11 13

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Hidden Horizons (IRE) (Winged Love (IRE)) J Ben Bromley (5) Brocade Racing David Pipe, Wellington 1-31362 CD

Br Mr C. McDonnell

S W & S Recycling B T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won C&D novice handicap chase at this meeting last year and took a good 3m handicap at Chepstow on return after a third breathing operation in October Good effort at Ludlow when last seen (one blunder but essentially every chance). Goes well fresh and one to note. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/12/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. TFRHHHII

3 GOLDEN SON (FR) (28)

Gr g Martaline - Thou In Gold (FR) (Gold and Steel (FR))

J Harry Cobden

Mrs Johnny de la Hey Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat 16F-03P

Br Thierry Cypres

S Morson Group T CP

TIMEFORM VIEW Won Kempton handicap last season but patchy record overall since joining this yard from France, well beaten back there 4 weeks ago. This is easier dropped 2lb at least. TFRHHHII

4 KING’STHRESHOLD (IRE) (29)

B gYeats (IRE) - Pearl Buttons (Alﬂora (IRE))

Sailing to Byzantium

Br William Jenks

J Ben Jones

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough 14-6511

S Hatherden Horse Transport T TIMEFORMVIEW A breathing operation and/or the ﬁtting of a tongue strap seemingly the making of him this year and he proved better than ever as he followed up from Huntingdon in a deeper race at Warwick 4 weeks ago, drawing clear Good chance in hat-trick bid up 5lb.

5 SOME SCOPE (GB) (21) 7 11 5

B g Telescope (IRE) - Rosygo (IRE) (Oscar (IRE))

Carl Hinchy Mark Scott and Nigel Horler

Br Mr W. L. Smith & Partners

TFRHHHHH

J Adam Wedge

Richard Hobson, Little Rissington 4-P41PP

S RH Bloodstock T

TIMEFORMVIEW Resumed progress when landing the 3m Rowland Meyrick at Wetherby on Boxing Day but fair efforts in competitive handicaps twice since, let down by his jumping in the Grimthorpe at Doncaster 3 weeks ago. Needs a revival. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/3/2025 it was reported that the horse erred badly late-on. TFRHHHII

6 SMARTY WILD (GB) (42) 11 11 1

B g Fair Mix (IRE) - Blaeberry (Kirkwall)

Mr Michael and Mrs Norma Tuckey

Br Lady Bland

J Sean Houlihan

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead 232/-P33

S Equine Bio Genie Ltd, Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Just 1 win to his name over fences but having been off a while he’s shaped better in veterans’ handicaps the last twice, taking third near the ﬁnish at Warwick 6 weeks ago. Step back up in trip will suit and not dismissed. TFRHHHII

7 RIVERS CORNER (GB) (21)

7 10 10

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Whisky Rose (IRE) (OldVic) J Brendan Powell

J P Romans & Nick Case Joe Tizzard, Sherborne 2-r0631 CD

Br Distillery Stud S Coral Racing Limited B TIMEFORM VIEW Improved as he made it second time lucky over fences in C&D novice handicap chase earlier this month, ﬁrst-time blinkers doing him the world of good. Up 5lb in tougher race but can go well again if the headgear continues to have the same impact. TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 (EXACTA) Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3. 2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast: 9-4 King’s Threshold (IRE), 9-2 Rivers Corner (GB), 13-2 Neon Moon (IRE), 7-1 Fidelio Vallis (FR), 15-2 Golden Son (FR), 10-1 Smarty Wild (GB), 12-1 Some Scope (GB)

Race Summary: KING’S THRESHOLD is the improver in the line-up and can land the hat-trick. Fidelio Vallis seemed to turn the corner at Doncaster 3 weeks ago and is interesting back down in trip from a reduced mark. C&D winner Neon Moon goes well fresh and is another to consider

1-2-3: 1.KING’S THRESHOLD (IRE) 2.FIDELIO VALLIS (FR) 3.NEON MOON (IRE)

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Thank you for your support this afternoon, the Racecourse team hope you have enjoyed your time with us.

If you have any comments or feedback on your experience today, please let us know; either by email to: info@newburyracecourse.co.uk or by post to: Newbury Racecourse plc, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 7NZ.

Please could we request that a special effort is made to respect our neighbours with particular regard to noise in the surrounding residential streets.

If you are walking into Newbury town centre, please answer the call of nature before you leave the premises.

Bins are provided on each exit, please drop any unwanted litter into these bins rather than on the street.

We look forward to welcoming you back to Newbury Racecourse.

Taxis

The drop off and pick up point for pre-booked taxis is on Racecourse Road, adjacent to the Grandstand Enclosure entrance.

The taxi rank is immediately outside the Grandstand Enclosure entrance.

Local Taxis:

Go Green – 01635 800990 Cabco – 01635 33333

Am:pm Cars – 01635 44444

Today’s Train Times

Newbury Racecourse towards Bedwyn

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31 RACEDAYS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN 2025

FLAT RACING

Fri 11th Apr

Dubai Duty Free

Spring Trials with The Craft Beer Festival

Sat 12th Apr

Dubai Duty Free

Spring Trials with The Craft Beer Festival

Fri 16th May

Starlight Charity

Raceday

Sat 17th May

Lockinge Stakes with Ladies Day

Thu 12th Jun

Grosvenor Sport

Raceday

Tue 24th Jun

Evening Racing

Thu 3rd Jul

Summer Evening

Series with Hits Radio

Thu 10th Jul

Summer Evening

Series with Hits Radio

Fri 18th Jul

IRE Incentive Raceday

Sat 19th Jul

Weatherbys Super

Sprint Day with Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Ella Henderson

Thu 24th Jul

Summer Evening

Series with Hits Radio

Tue 5th Aug

Evening Racing

Fri 15th Aug

Summer August

Raceday with Björn Again

Sat 16th Aug

Hungerford Day with Clean Bandit

Thu 28th Aug

Evening Racing

Fri 19th Sept

Dubai Duty Free International Weekend

Sat 20th Sep

Dubai Duty Free International Weekend with James Bay

Fri 24th Oct

BetVictor Flat Finale with Oktoberfest

Sat 25th Oct

BetVictor Flat Finale with Oktoberfest

JUMP RACING

Thu 6th Nov

BetVictor Jumps

Season Opener

Fri 28th Nov

Coral Long Distance

Hurdle Day

Sat 29th Nov

Coral Gold Cup Day

Wed 17th Dec

BetVictor Christmas Raceday

Mon 29th Dec

Coral Challow

Hurdle Day