SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER 2024
Official race programme £3.00
WELCOME
Good afternoon and welcome back to Plumpton for our 2024/25 Season
We trust you have all had a good Summer and looking forward to returning back to Plumpton, a course that is at the Heart Of The Community.
Over the summer we have been busy here at Plumpton and there have been plenty of changes. We have a new trot up facility, installed solar panels on both our Sussex Stand and the roofs on the Weighing Room, improved our accessibility with a new disabled toilet and undercover parade ring viewing platform, continued with course drainage improvements and improved our wayfinding around site. These changes just go to show the continued investment and support from our owners Peter Savill and Adrian Pratt.
Today we have 45 runners going to post over 6 races with £59,750 of prize-money on offer. Ourfeatureonthetracktodayisourfourthracethe£17,500TheFriendsandFamilyRemembering Norman Sharpe Handicap Hurdle which was won by Our Champ last year beating Hiconic by 6 lengths. Our Champ was also successful in winning the Sussex Champion Hurdle at our Easter meeting earlier in the year. The renewal this year looks strong with eight going to post including Aucunrisque who won our Sussex Champion Hurdle in 2022.
I would like to thank our Partners; Southern Cranes and Access Ltd, BetGoodwin and Strong Flavours for their tremendous support for the 2024/25 Season, along with today’s sponsors, Oakleaf Builders, Weatherbys, Friends of Peter Mellett, Friends and Family of Norman Sharpe and Friends and Family of Peter Taylor. We wish you all have a tremendous day.
Today we have Baron Alco, nickname ‘Barry’ in our Retired Racehorse Stable. He is our Retraining Of Racehorses (ROR) ‘Horses for Courses’ and we are delighted to welcome him to Plumpton. During his career he won a pair of Cheltenham bonus series races in the 2016/17 season for owner John Stone and defeated Frodon in the BetVictor Gold Cup. Make sure you pop over and give him a polo and a pat.
It is a busy day, and both of our enclosures are open, with all Family Entertainment located in the Centre Course so all ticket types have access. Entertainment will include a Climbing Wall, Petting Farm, Face Painting, Jurassic Playground, Donkey Rides, 90ft Obstacle course, face painting, fun fair and of course Teddy the Shetland. We have a map detailing all our activities in the racecard so please take a look. There is plenty going on for all the family besides the 6 fantastic races on course and so all fingers point towards an exciting day.
Looking ahead we have five racedays before Christmas, so make sure you book early to take advantage of our best priced tickets. Christmas is always in high demand, so if you are thinking of booking hospitality for either the 2nd or 16th December make sure you contact our team now, not to miss out.
Have a great day.
Craig Staddon Chief Executive
TODAY’S RACING
Stewards
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
Sunday 22nd September 2024
FERGUS SWEENEY (Chief Steward) HENRY PELLY (Stewards’ Panel Chair), LYNDSAY ALLAN, STEVE DROWNE, KATE SMITH
Starters JAMES STENNING, MICHAEL SHERIDAN
Judge JANE GREEN
Clerk of the Scales GRAHAM FORD
Veterinary Officer HOWARD NEWITT
Commentator SIMON HOLT
Raceday Announcer COLIN BROWN
Medical Officers Dr LUCY FREE (SRMO), Dr RISWAN GHAANI, Dr ROB DENNEY
JMR Nurse MICHELE FORSDICK
Physio SALLY DUFTY
Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAEMPFLI (SVS), KYLE LOWERY, MARIA ROSA
Betting Ring Manager VICKI MOORE
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers PETER DOUBLE, KELLY CORKE, SUZANNE FELTHAM
Safeguarding Lead STEVE TOMLIN
Deputy Safeguarding Lead CRAIG STADDON
Official Caterers STRONG FLAVOURS, 6 Southgate Parade, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6ER
Chief Executive CRAIG STADDON, Plumpton Racecourse Ltd, Plumpton, East Sussex, BN7 3AL. Tel: (01273) 890383
Clerk of the Course MARCUS WATERS, Esq., Plumpton Racecourse Ltd, Plumpton, 07399211919
MEET THE TEAM
Rebecca Warnett Senior Operations Executive
Craig French Assistant Head Groundsperson
Lewis Edmond Groundsperson
Ross Craig Groundsperson
Mac Cornford Groundsperson
Steve Tomlin Raceday Health & Safety Manager
Craig Staddon CEO Marcus Waters Clerk of the Course
Jacqui Hill Head of Sales & Marketing
Molly Taylor Sales Manager
Emily Morrill Marketing Executive
Martyn Smith Company Accountant
TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM
Top Jump Trainers with Runners Today
Joe Tizzard - will be hoping to continue his impressive strike rate this month and saddles Conservative in the 4:50 today.
Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today
Freddie Gingell - will be looking to continue his hot streak and rides Belgarum in the 2:50 today.
Final Fence Restaurant
Final Fence Restaurant £90pp, £85pp,
Paddock Bar
Premier bar with views of the parade ring and finishing line. Serving a range of hot pies, sandwiches and light refreshments. William Hill Betting shop and Tote betting facilities within.
Chasers Bar
Large bar with a range of refreshments available, including fresh cask beer from Harvey's
Brewery, and hot food. William Hill betting shop and Tote counter within. Large screens showing all racing going on during the day.
Coffee Hut
Situated opposite the Southdown Bar serving locally roasted baristamade coffee, tea and hot chocolate.
Food Concessions
Situated outside the Southdown Stand and in the picnic enclosure (select fixtures) we have a range of concessions serving various options including mac & cheese, burgers, pizzas, ice creams (select fixtures) and much more.
Confectionary available in: Paddock Bar, Southdown Cafe, Chasers Bar
RACING INFORMATION
DOMOFMARY(FR)(49)321-546
Br B g Saddler
O Mr P. J. Cave
B Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux
Caoilin Quinn (3) J
David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T
TIMEFORM VIEW GotoffthemarkoverfencesatStratfordinAprilandcaughttheeyeafter6monthsoffwhenarunning-on fourthatPlumpton(25.7f,goodtosoft).DecentsixthinmuchbetterraceatCheltenhamsoonafter. TFR BHA118
A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.
Look out for Letters:
C
= Has won at this course
D = Has won over this distance
CD = Has won over this distance at this course
BF = Was a beaten favourite
- = New racing season
/ = Missed racing season
P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race
F = Horse fell
U = Rider unseated
R = Horse refused to race
CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse
B = Horse was brought down
S = Horse slipped
r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race
d = Disqualified
Bold form figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.
3. Timeform view and TFR rating
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.
Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.
6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey
7. Saddlecloth number
8. Horse’s name
9. Days since the horse last run
10. Horse’s age
11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)
12. The horse’s breeding –father (sire) and mother (dam)
13. Horse’s owner
14. Horse’s breeder
15. Birthplace of horse
16. sex of horse: c=colt, h=horse, g=gelding, f=filly, m=maredam
Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1. FORM EXPERT VIEW
4. HORSE’S TRAINER & THEIR LOCATION
5. JOCKEYS
RACING
Jargon
Bit - A piece of metal that sits in the horse’s mouth and is attached to the bridle and reins
Blinkers - A type of headgear fitted to a horse that limits its field of vision, mainly from each side. Blinkers are designed to help horses concentrate in races.
Boxed in - When a horse cannot obtain a clear run during a race due to other horses being in close proximity.
Bridle - A piece of tack that fits over a horse’s head and to which the bit and reins are attached.
Bumper - Also known as a National Hunt Flat race, this race has no obstacles. Used as a way to give horses race experience before tackling hurdles and fences.
Chase - A race run over fences.
Cheekpieces - A form of headgear which consists of pieces of sheepskin placed on either side of the bridle and performs a similar job as blinkers in helping the horse to concentrate.
Clerk of the course - The person responsible for the overall management of a racecourse on a raceday.
Fences - The type of obstacle jumped during a chase race.
Furlong - A unit of measurement. A furlong is an eighth of a mile or a little more than 201 meters.
Going - The underfoot conditions at the racecourse.
Going Stick - A device used to measure the underfoot conditions at the racecourse.
Handicap - A type of race in which horses carry different weights depending on their overall rating, which is determined by the handicapper.
Hood - A type of headgear fitted over the horse’s head to cover its ears and muffle the noise of a raceday.
Hurdles - The obstacles jumped during a hurdle race. They are smaller than fences and therefore take less jumping. Sometimes referred to as flights.
Length - The length of a horse from its nose to the start of its tail, and a measurement used to describe the distances between horses at the finish line.
Maiden - A horse who has yet to win a race.
Neck - A measurement used to describe a winning margin in a close finish.
Non-runner - A horse withdrawn from a race for which it had been declared.
Novice - A race for horses who are in their first season in that code of racing.
Off the bridle - A term to describe a horse not travelling well.
On the bridle - A term to describe a horse travelling well.
Open ditch - A fence with a ditch on the take-off side.
Outsider - A horse whose chance of winning is considered unlikely.
Parade ring - The area of a racecourse where horses are paraded before each race.
Photo finish - A close race finish, requiring the raceday judge to consult a photo before declaring the winner.
Pulled up - A horse who is brought to a halt during a race by its jockey.
Pulling - A horse who is keen during a race and wants to go faster than its jockey is allowing.
Pushed out - Describes a horse who has gone clear of its rivals in a race after minimal urging from its jockey.
Staying on - A phrase referring to a horse who finished strongly during the closing stages.
Stewards’ inquiry - An inquiry held at the racecourse on a raceday after any given race
Tongue-tie - A strap used to tie down a horse’s tongue to prevent the tongue getting over the bit which affects a horse’s breathing.
Turn of foot - A term to describe marked acceleration during a race.
Under starter’s orders - Before a race, the starter brings the field of horses into order to prepare them for the start of the race
Weighed in - Every horse in a race has to carry a certain amount of weight. To ensure it does, all jockeys must weight in/out both before and after a race. The ‘weighed in’ announcement made after the race means the result stands.
DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS continues to find a few too strong, but Nigel Twiston-Davies’ filly will not get a better opportunity to get off the mark. It was one of her better efforts when second at Worcester earlier this month and while a few of these have a bit to prove, a similar level of performance might suffice. Zarhanya and Brave Jen are others to consider.
totewin: Dameofthecotswolds
toteeachway: Zarhanya
BELGARUM could hardly have been more impressive when bolting up over an extended 2m5f at Fontwell last month. Joe Tizzard’s gelding isn’t fully exposed over the larger obstacles, so a 10lb hike looks manageable. Invictus De Brion finished well behind in third that day, but is 11lb better off now and first-time cheekpieces could spark some improvement. Almost Gotaway is also noted.
totewin: Belgarum
toteeachway: Invictus De Brion
Character Testing was the highest rated of these on the Flat and finished a respectable third on his hurdles/stable bow at Fontwell last month. He can progress now, but it is ROGUE KING that shades preference. In decent form on the level, he filled the runner-up spot over timber at Stratford in July and is the one to beat on that evidence. Gary and Josh Moore often do well around here, so Our Papa Smurf warrants a market check.
totewin: Rogue King
toteeachway: Character Testing
KING’S CASTLE’s sparkling run of form was halted possibly momentarily when taking the silver medal home at Perth on his latest outing. Prior to that display, he recorded four victories in a row and the seven-year-old may not have finished his progression just yet. Rewired failed to land a blow in a warmer event last time, but he could get closer off a 1lb lower mark. Of the remainder, Donnie Azoff makes the most appeal after his fifth at Worcester.
totewin: King’s Castle
toteeachway: Rewired
Stormin Crossgales was denied by two lengths into second in this grade at Market Rasen in June and he should go well off a 6lb higher rating. However, it may pay to side with ALIEN STORM, who has run well off higher marks over hurdles and the son of Getaway might prove a different proposition over fences. Last-time-out winner Kauto The King is another to consider.
totewin: Alien Storm
toteeachway: Stormin Crossgales
Greatness Awaits has filled the top two places on his last three outings and is expected to give a good account off 2lb higher than his most recent second at Market Rasen. However, the step up in trip might be a negative and, with that in mind, THE DARK EDGE gets the nod. The five-yearold took a step in the right direction to fill the runner-up spot on handicap debut at Huntingdon in April and he could be the one to beat off only a 1lb higher mark. Sami Bear completes the shortlist.
totewin: The Dark Edge
toteeachway: Greatness Awaits
Doubles and trebles on any races of your choice
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MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ¨ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
Leading course trainer (19-24): S West (9 wins from 93 runners, 10%) runs CHERRY COLA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Twiston-Davies (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS
Longest Traveller: THE DREAM GOES ON trained by Dr R Newland & J Insole, Droitwich, 167 miles.
Br B m Kayf Tara - Fenney Spring
Mr Jack Andrews (3) J
O Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby T B W. P. Jenks Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Afair hurdler forNickyHenderson. Respectable startfornew yardwhen fourthof12 atMarket Rasen (18.5f) inJunebutwent backwards from that when seventh at Cartmel 6 weeks later. Has first-time cheekpieces added to her tongue tie. TFR###!! BHA103
Br Gr or Ro m Califet (FR) - Pure Genius (IRE) Beau Morgan (5) J
O D. J. Jeffreys D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Gillian Nevin & Stuart Middleton Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise in 2 bumpers for David Pipe last summer. Won a point in April but pulled up in a Market Rasen novice hurdle back under Rules in June, although she did gallop loose beforehand. Hood back on. TFR##!!! BHA-
CHERRY COLA (GB)
(7) 262/00-5 8 11-4
Br Ch m Sixties Icon - Rose Cheval (USA)
Marc Goldstein J
O The Affordable Partnership Sheena West, Lewes T
B Norman Court Stud Southdowns Unleashed S TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged 1 3/4m handicaps on the Flat at Yarmouth and Bath last year. Arrives fit from the Flat (creditable fourth at Bath in first-time cheekpieces last Sunday) but her 0-11 record in this sphere suggests she could prove vulnerable for win purposes again. TFR###!! BHA98
THE DREAM GOES
ON (GB) (11) 000-44 5 11-4
Br B m Kayf Tara - Adreamstillalive (IRE)
Luke Scott (5) J
O Upton House Stud Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Dr RDP Newland & Mr G Farmiloe Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form when fourth in maiden hurdles at Worcester (2m/2 1/2m) in recent weeks. The reopposing Dameofthecotswolds was just under 11 lengths ahead of her last time so she has work on to turn the tables. TFR###!! BHA95
5 ZARHANYA (GB) (157) 0- 6 11-4
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Zarannda (IRE)
6
Daire McConville (7) J
O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 19 Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B R. W. Russell FBC Manby Bowdler S TIMEFORM VIEW Related to winners and showed a bit when seventh of 18 in a Cheltenham bumper in April, doing her best work late in a style which suggests this trip could suit now hurdling. TFR####! BHA-
DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS (GB)(11) 322-542 BF 4
Br B f Axxos (GER) - My Belle (FR)
O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies
11-1
Sam Twiston-Davies J
Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh Courtiers Investment Services Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner. Fair maiden hurdler. Made a good return from 4 months off when second at Worcester (2 1/2m) 11 days ago. The one to beat. TFR##### BHA105
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Stewards Note:
CALL HER CLEVER: Following its run on 21/6/2024 it was reported that the horse showed signs of heat stress.
DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS: Following its run on 11/9/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Dameofthecotswolds (GB), 4-1 Zarhanya (GB), 15-2 Brave Jen (GB), 8-1 Cherry Cola (GB), 12-1 The Dream Goes On (GB), 50-1 Call Her Clever (IRE)
A reproduction of the form DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS showed when second at Worcester recently will probably be good enough to see her get off the mark. The chief threat may come from hurdle newcomer Zarhanya, who stayed on late for seventh in a big-field Cheltenham bumper in the spring and this longer trip should suit her now jumping.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS 2.ZARHANYA 3.CHERRY COLA RACE RESULT TIME
THE GREAT BRITISH BONUS
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
USE OF SCREENS
It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground. This does not reflect on the severity of any injury, but allows the vet some privacy, and the patient a calm environment in which to make a recovery.
Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erected around a fallen horse. All equine care at Plumpton is provided by: Sussex Equine Hospital Billingshurst Rd, Ashington, West Sussex RH20 3BB
Race preview from Weatherbys
Itisanabsolutepleasuretobesponsoring the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Novices’HandicapChase at Plumpton this afternoon, with eleven set to go to post for this Class 5 event staged over justshyoftwo-and-a-halfmiles.
Joe Tizzard landed the contest last year with Tamaris and looks to hold anotherstronghandhereintheformof Belgarum. The six-year-old struggled
He jumped extremely well last time and still has scope for improvement.
over fences last term but has really turned a corner this summer, posting two wide margin victories at Fontwell –including last time – as well notching two top four finishes at Newton Abbott. HehadthereopposingInvictusDeBrion 17 lengths back last time and should confirm that form despite a 9lb swing in the weights. He jumped extremely well last time and still has scope for improvement.
Almost Gotaway must shoulder top weight here for Nicky Martin but will benefit from a sliding mark. A winner over hurdles back in February from a mark of 102, he is 2lbs lower now after
two below par chase starts. He must jump better than he has so far to be in themixhere,withhistendencytojump rightlasttimeaslightconcern.
IntoTheSunset reverts back to fences again here having ran okay in defeat last time over hurdles at Bangor. He is 3lbs lower than when fifth at Market Rasen on his last start over the larger obstacles and should appreciate this slightdropintrip,havingnotappeared to have fully got home that day. Noah’s Light hasn’t proven the most consistent for Richenda Ford over fences – just one win from 16 starts –but it was hard not to be impressed with his surprise all-the-way victory at Newton Abbot in July. He must bounce backfromapooreffortatMarketRasen lasttimewhenjumpingrightthroughout butcouldbedangerousifallowedtoget looseonthefrontend.
Five-year-old Definite makes his chase debut having been unable to score overhurdles,asdoesLunarContactfor TomEllis.Thelatterthoughbringsplenty of experience from the Point-to-Point sphereandwasanimpressivewinnerat Fakenham’s Point-to-Point course back inApril.Fromamarkofjust95,hecould provewell-treatedwithJackAndrewsin thesaddle.
Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (59 wins from 239 runners, 25%) runs INVICTUS DE BRION Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs INTO THE SUNSET Longest Traveller: ALMOST GOTAWAY trained by N Martin, Minehead, 173 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Isles of Icane (IRE)
Sean Houlihan J
O Bradley Partnership Nicky Martin, Minehead T
B Mrs Juliet Brown
Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time hurdle winner early in 2023. Off for over a year before making a satisfactory chase debut at Stratford in July but wasn’t in same form when sixth of 11 in handicap chase at Worcester (20f, good) 34 days ago. Still not fully discounted in this company. TFR###!! BHA100
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cyrils Girl
Freddie Gingell (3) J
O Mrs G. C. Pritchard Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mr Cyril Crowe Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at Fontwell this summer, producing a career best when emphatically landing a 10-runner handicap chase there 23 days ago. 10lb rise asks for bit more but he’s very much on the shortlist. TFR##### BHA99
LUNAR CONTACT
(IRE) (23) P31-2F6 6 11-9
Br B g Sea Moon - Bobaway (IRE)
O Mr Keith F. J. Loads
Mr Jack Andrews (3) J
Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B Burgage Stud Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over hurdles for Alan King in 2022/23 but offered little back under Rules when last of 6 in handicap hurdle (11/1) at Fontwell (21.8f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Has won a point, so may have more say making his chase debut. TFR###!! BHA95
(GB) (431) 6/3r44-
Br B g Kingman - Zulema
5 11-3
Bradley Harris (3) J
O M. F. Harris Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd Clay Street Property Consultants S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful performer at best on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) but failed to better poor form in 5 starts over hurdles last summer. Doesn’t strike as an obvious winner switched to chasing after 14 months off TFR##!!! BHA89
RAY’S THE ONE (GB) (63) 0040-05 7 10-11
Br B g Mount Nelson - Tenpence
James Best J
O M I Pattinson Racing Mark Pattinson, Epsom T
B Dullingham Park
TIMEFORM VIEW Little recent show over hurdles and came off the bridle some way out when fifth of 11 in handicap chase at Stratford (19.4f, good) on debut over fences 63 days ago. Difficult to fancy. TFR##!!! BHA83
THE SUNSET (IRE) (16) 4-U6454 D BF 7 10-9
Br B g Ask - Try It Again (IRE)
O Donald McCain Racing Club
B J. A. Berry
Theo Gillard J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
TIMEFORM VIEW Dualhurdleswinnerin2022.Missedwholeof2023andhasyettomatchhispreviousbestthisyear,includingin2startsoverfences.Shapedslightlybetter than the bare result when fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Bangor (19.6f, good) 16 days ago and holds frame claims again back chasing TFR###!! BHA81
INVICTUS
DE
BRION
(FR) (23) 5PP/-443 C 6 10-7
Br B g Vespone (IRE) - Assemblee A Brion (FR)
Rex Dingle J
O Goodwin Racing Ltd Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B MR G. Chaignon & Mr J. P. Vallee Lambert Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler but did show aptitude for chasing when 17 lengths third of 10 to Belgarum in handicap chase (9/2) at Fontwell (21.6f, good to firm) fences 23 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. TFR####! BHA79
Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Scrapper Jack (IRE)
Richie McLernon J
O Mr & Mrs K. B. Snook Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum T
B Brian Kiely Sturminster Newton Building Supplies S
TIMEFORM VIEW Surprise winner under a change of tactics when opening his account over fences at Newton Abbot (21f, good to soft) in July but couldn’t back that up when eighth of 11 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (21.4f, good to firm, 12/1) 36 days ago. Opposable on balance of form. TFR###!! BHA78
HERECOMESHOGAN (IRE) (11) 620-066 7 10-6
Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Constant Approach (IRE)
O The Cotswold Lockdowners
Daire McConville (7) J
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B John Fitzgerald FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at Hereford in January but yet to make much of an impact since, only sixth of 13 in handicap chase at Worcester (16.5f, good) 11 days ago. Others are preferred. TFR###!! BHA78
GLORIOUS MIST (IRE) (63) 0P-3P2P 7 10-2
Br B m Fame And Glory - Amazon Mist (IRE)
Marc Goldstein J
O Mrs Elizabeth Anne Elliott Paddy Butler, Lewes T B Denis Ahern
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (25.8f, good to firm) in June but lesser
ort last time and she’s difficult to fancy switched to chasing. TFR##!!! BHA72
CHURCHTOWN GLEN (IRE)(497)
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Annagh Lady (IRE)
3454P/P- D
11 10-2
Tabitha Worsley (3) J O Miss M P Bryant, David & Eileen Bryant Michelle Bryant, Lewes T
B J. J. Gordon
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser at his best but it’s been several years since he’s shown anything worthwhile and there’s no reason to think he’ll fare any better on return from 16 months off TFR#!!!! BHA64
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2023: TAMARIS (IRE) 6 11 12 Brendan Powell 13-2 (Joe Tizzard) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Belgarum (IRE), 13-2 Into The Sunset (IRE), Invictus de Brion (FR), 7-1 Almost Gotaway (IRE), 10-1 Herecomeshogan (IRE), 12-1 Noah’s Light (IRE), 16-1 Lunar Contact (IRE), 22-1 Definite (GB), 28-1 Ray’s The One (GB), 33-1 Glorious Mist (IRE), 100-1 Churchtown Glen (IRE)
BELGARUM is an obvious selection in this field after his facile success at Fontwell last time. Invictus de Brion was third in that contest and can make the placings again with chase experience now under his belt, with Almost Gotaway a modest pick for third.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £184,256 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 16th September to 31st December 2024.
BROKEN GLASSES & BOTTLES
Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others, please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.
NOTICES
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of Races have been added for the convenience of the public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the post.
Happy Birthday
Dad, Grandad - It’s finally your turn!
Thank you for starting this wonderful Plumpton tradition,
We hope your day will be as special as all the others we’ve had here over the years!
Lots of love Laurie, Jonny, Pandora, Tim, Aine, Ben, Ellie, Sam, Amelia, Sophie, Sam, Olivia, Emily, Charlotte, Charlie, Richie & Annabelle
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Leading course trainer (19-24): G & J Moore (47 wins from 318 runners, 15%) runs OUR PAPA SMURF Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (7 wins from 23 runners, 30%) runs LITTLE VENICE Longest Traveller: CHARACTER TESTING trained by T Ellis, Rugby, 141 miles.
Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
CHARACTER TESTING (GB) (23) 3
Br B g Time Test - Characterized
Mr Jack Andrews (3) J
O Character Testing Syndicate Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B Stuart McPhee Bloodstock Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on the Flat up to 10f. Making first start since leaving Tom Clover, below that level sent hurdling when third of 6 in juvenile at Fontwell (17.7f, good to firm) 23 days ago. However, he could fare better with that first experience behind him. TFR####! BHA-
COMPTON BAY (GB) (18)
Br Ch g New Bay - On A Cloud (USA) Marc Goldstein J
O Mr T. Smith Michael Madgwick, Denmead T
B London Thoroughbred Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden handicapper on Flat (stays 12f) who has run below form at Lingfield on his last 2 starts, finishing sixth of 7 on the all-weather (10f) 18 days ago. Has work to do as he goes hurdling. TFR##!!! BHA3
OUR PAPA SMURF (GB) (81)
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Patronising
11-0
Caoilin Quinn (3) J
O The Packham Boys Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited K M Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form when getting off the mark on the Flat in a Goodwood handicap (9.9f, good) in June. However, shaped as if amiss when tailed off at Epsom when last seen 81 days ago Bounce back called for as he makes hurdling debut. TFR###!! BHA-
ROGUE
KING (IRE) (55) 2
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Selyl
O The Rogues Gallery
11-0
Sam Twiston-Davies J
James Owen, Newmarket T
B Sunderland Holding Inc. Excel Entertainment Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on the Flat at Wolverhampton (12.2f) in June, before making an encouraging hurdling debut when runner-up in juvenile at Stratford (16.3f, good) the following month. Second back on the level last time and he looks to hold leading claims. TFR##### BHA5
LITTLE VENICE (GB) (29)
Br Ch f Cityscape - La Havrese (FR)
10-7
Richie McLernon J
O Mr Paul Withers Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Jimmy Kay Retraining of Racehorses S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 12f), opening her account at Beverley (9.9f) in June. Having left Nigel Tinkler, did too much too soon when fourth of 6 at Windsor (11.4f, soft) last month. One to consider on hurdling debut with hood applied. TFR###!! BHA6
SHEILA TEQUILA (GB) (47)
10-7
Br B f Acclamation - Oh Dream Lee Edwards J
O scg flooring & farm fencing ltd Adam West, Epsom T
B Oh Dream Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t offered much in varied events on the Flat, faring no better on first run since leaving Fionn McSharry when tenth of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 47 days ago. Hood wore on the level back on for her hurdles bow. TFR##!!! BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023: GOZO (IRE) 3 11 0 Jack Quinlan 11-10 (B F Brookhouse) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 4.
Stewards Note:
OUR PAPA SMURF: Following its run on 3/7/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. LITTLE VENICE: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: EVENS Rogue King (IRE), 4-1 Character Testing (GB), 11-2 Little Venice (GB), 8-1 Our Papa Smurf (GB), 18-1 Compton Bay (GB), 22-1 Sheila Tequila (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
ROGUE KING has been in good form since the application of a visor, showing promise when runner-up at Stratford on his hurdling debut in July, so he is taken to go one better this time around. Character Testing also has the benefit of hurdling experience and could be the biggest threat, ahead of Little Venice.
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NormanSharpe
17th February 1961 - 6th July 2015
It is now over 9 years since Norman died suddenly at only 54 years of age. The strength of affection for Norman is underlined by the fact that for the 6th time around 50 of his friends and family are gathering at Plumpton racecourse to sponsor a race in his name and to reminisce.
It is an appropriate memorial as he loved horse racing and put simply, loved a laugh with friends and family. He regularly attended Plumpton in his late teens and then Ascot, Sandown, Kempton and Epsom, whilst living in London. The Prix De L’Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp also became a must-do, attending 27 times from 1984.
Norman (or “Norm”) was born in Edinburgh in 1961. He was a proud Scotsman and a keen sportsman. Supporting Scotland and Hibs produced few victory celebrations but the (many) near misses were still enjoyed.
Norman was also very much a man of Sussex. His parents moved the family south in 1971 and they still live in Cuckfield today. His teenage years were in Haywards Heath attending the local Grammar School and 6th form. He represented the county and South of England at rugby, also played for Felbridge (Juniors) and later London Scottish before an injury prevented further potential progression.
Norman then absorbed himself in Sussex football, playing and managing at Franklands Village for many years, although most would agree his footballing strengths were in management. His genuine desire to help individuals and his talent for creating an enjoyable team spirit, would also serve him well in his working life.
Norman attained a degree in Accountancy from Kingston Polytechnic and continued to live in South-West London for a few years after, marrying in 1988. He worked initially as an accountant, before finding his true vocation in sales within the building industry, covering 30 years with periods at Taylor-Wimpey and Persimmon.
Norman moved to Partridge Green in Sussex in the early 1990s, where he lived happily with his wife and three daughters, until his untimely passing.
For those of you reading this who didn’t know him, Norman was great company and if he was out for the day or night you wanted to be part of it. He was immensely generous, very loyal and had a wonderful sense of humour.
Norman was a very good friend, and we miss him greatly.
Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (59 wins from 239 runners, 25%) runs AUCUNRISQUE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (5 wins from 36 runners, 14%) runs ADDOSH & ENTHUSED
Weightwatcher: AUCUNRISQUE won off a handicap mark of 138, his rating is now down 8lb to 130.
Fancy That: G & J Moore won this race in 2017 and 2019. The stable runs JUNKANOO today
Longest Traveller: KING’S CASTLE trained by J Scott, Dulverton, 194 miles.
(FR) (149) 35P060- CD 8 12-0
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Saintheze (FR)
O Goodwin Racing Ltd
B L. Lafitte, H. Barus & P. Lafitte
Freddie Gordon (5) J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Betfair Hurdle winner in 2023. Few efforts of note since, faring no better for cheekpieces when last seen in the spring. Headgear off Needs to have been revitalised by a summer break. TFR
(GB) (64) 4/11P6-0 D 6 11-9
Br Ch g Power - Kekova
Luke Scott (5) J
O Opulence Thoroughbreds NH Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Mr T. G. Roddick Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won2mhandicapsatDoncasterandTauntonoverthewinterandendedlastseasonwitharespectablesixthof19attheAintreeGrandNationalmeeting in April. Below form in the strong Summer Handicap at Market Rasen on reappearance in July but can do better back in slightly calmer waters. TFR###!! BHA125
CARRIGEEN KAMPALA
(IRE)(22) 21-01FF D 6 11-8
Br B m Mahler - Carrigeen Kariega (IRE)
Jack Hogan (3) J O National Hunt Racing Club Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mrs R. H. Lalor Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed the promise of her reappearance when winning 9-runner handicap at Newton Abbot in June but has taken early falls in a hurdle and chase there since. Comes with risks. Tongue tied first time. TFR###!! BHA124
ENTHUSED (IRE) (8) 11P-015 D
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Question Times
O M B Clarke & Partners
B Sweetmans Bloodstock
7 11-5
Mr Alex Chadwick (5) J
James Owen, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived over hurdles last autumn and in a change of headgear, he cranked it up another notch when landing 10-runner handicap at Uttoxeter (2m, good to firm) in July. Has remained in form on the Flat and over hurdles since. TFR####! BHA121
JUNKANOO (GB) (9) 2221P0- CD 7 11-3
Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Bahamian Music (IRE)
O Jacobs Construction & Mr J Harley
B Genesis Green Stud Ltd
Caoilin Quinn (3) J
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
K M Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat and too well hurdles last winter, finishing runner-up 3 times before taking a C&D novice. Shaped better than result when eighth of 15 in Kempton handicap hurdle in April. Should be sharper for a recent outing on the Flat. Considered. TFR####! BHA119
DONNIE AZOFF (IRE)
(25) 43-1425 D 8 11-3
Br Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Bonny River (IRE)
O Blazing Blues and Twos
Gavin Sheehan J
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B P. J. Reynolds Betvictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track when second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (2m, good to firm) in July but not in the same form when fifth at Worcester since. TFR###!! BHA119
D 7 11-0
Br B g Camelot - Kikonga
Bryan Carver J O Mr Darren Langley Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Kikonga Syndicate Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasverymuchgonetherightwayoverhurdlesthissummer,completinga4-timerbetweenMayandJuly.Improvedagainwhenonlynarrowly failing to make it 5 in a row at Perth last month and a further 2lb nudge is unlikely to prevent another prominent showing. TFR##### BHA116
ADDOSH
(GB) (20) 6P-3460 D 6 10-2
Br B m The Gurkha (IRE) - Wild Storm
O Deva Racing GZ
Lilly Pinchin J
James Owen, Newmarket T
B Wild Storm Syndicate Deva Racing Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well handicapped on his best hurdle form for Stuart Edmunds. Not disgraced in 2 Flat outings for James Owen in recent weeks and she’s the type this stable will get wins out of. Engaged 4.25 Newton Abbot Friday. TFR###!! BHA97
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 King’s Castle (IRE), 9-2 Junkanoo (GB), 6-1 Enthused (IRE), 7-1 Rewired (GB), 8-1 Aucunrisque (FR), 9-1 Carrigeen Kampala (IRE), 11-1 Donnie Azoff (IRE), 14-1 Addosh (GB)
The thriving KING’S CASTLE has had the form of his latest Perth second boosted by the winner since and can gain a fifth success of the season. Junkanoo took well to hurdling last season and should be all the sharper for a recent spin on the Flat. Enthused is another likely to have a say.
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2011 CHESTNUT GELDING
SIRE: DOM ALCO
DAM: PAULA
Won a pair of Cheltenham Bonus series races in the 2016/17 season for owner John Stone. Defeated Frodon in the BetVictor Gold Cup. He is being retrained with the aim to event! He loves a family hack and is an incredible jumper! Barry has nothing to prove, everything he achieves from now on is a bonus!
PeterJ. Taylor
7/5/46 - 13/12/23
A loving husband, brother, uncle and friend to so many. Often remembered, never forgotten and missed by all that knew him.
A keen golfer and member of Haywards Heath GC, Peter also loved horse racing and the occasional 'flutter'.
His family and friends are celebrating a 'life well lived' at Plumpton Racecourse today which Peter enjoyed on so many occasions.
RIP Peter "You'll never walk alone"
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4443, 2nd £2221, 3rd £1111, 4th £556, 5th £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10)
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Tizzard (11 wins from 53 runners, 21%) runs KAUTO THE KING
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (2 wins from 2 runners, 100%) runs KAUTO THE KING
Longest Traveller: NEVENDON trained by A Dunn, Wellington, 165 miles.
STORMIN CROSSGALES
(IRE)(100) 33P6-12 7 12-2
Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Nodelay (IRE)
2
Jack Hogan (3) J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates-Stormin Cr Tom George, Slad T
B Mrs Margaret M. Lynch Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who doubled his tally in this sphere when hanging on to score at Huntingdon in May. Backed that up when excellent second at Market Rasen following month and can go well fresh. Big player. TFR##### BHA122
ALIEN STORM (IRE)
(139) F6403-6 C 6 11-7
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Missusan (IRE)
Paul O’Brien J
O The Alien Storm Partnership Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Railside Farm Merriebelle Stable Llc S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a fair mark on pick of hurdles form but ran poorly at Kempton when last seen in May. Makes chase debut. TFR###!! BHA113 3 KAUTO THE KING (FR) (22) 242521 10 11-6
Br B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Kauto Luisa (FR)
O Jenny Perry and Celia Goaman
4
Brendan Powell J
Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mr Jean-Philippe Aubert Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of career-low mark when narrow winner at Newton Abbot 3 weeks ago. 4lb rise isn’t insurmountable so needs considering. TFR####! BHA112
CABRAKAN (IRE) (87) 250430- 5 10-13
Br B g Divine Prophet (AUS) - Ready’s Legend (USA)
O M. F. Harris
5
Bradley Harris (3) J
Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B Aquis Farm Clay Street Property Consultants S
TIMEFORM VIEW Prone to mistakes over hurdles and well held back on the Flat both starts this summer. Not an obvious chasing type. TFR###!! BHA105
NEVENDON (GB) (16) 36P-24P
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Unex Mona Lisa
7 10-6
Kevin Brogan J O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 2m hurdle winner but not the most consistent and went backwards from chasing debut when pulled up at Bangor. Others appeal more. TFR###!! BHA98
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: POST NO BILLS (IRE) 8 11 6 Sean Bowen 2-1 (Ryan Potter) 4 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Kauto The King (FR), 2-1 Stormin Crossgales (IRE), 9-1 Alien Storm (IRE), 10-1 Nevendon (GB), 12-1 Cabrakan (IRE)
STORMIN CROSSGALES can go well fresh and may get the run of things in this small field. The in-form Kauto The King is the obvious threat.
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HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £7250 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2928, 2nd £1464, 3rd £732, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72)
Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (59 wins from 239 runners, 25%) runs DREADPOETSSOCIETY & SAMI BEAR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (2 wins from 2 runners, 100%) runs CONSERVATIVE Longest Traveller: GREATNESS AWAITS trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 170 miles.
1 R S AMBUSH (IRE) (21) 40-242F 5 12-0
Br B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Archdale Ambush (IRE)
Lee Edwards J
O Mr Michael P. Tudor Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Arctic Tack Stud & M. O’Leary Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who is yet to get off the mark but good second in 2m Worcester maiden and was in the process of running creditably again there last time when departing. Longer trip fine (went close on last go over it at Hexham) and respected back in a handicap. TFR####! BHA105
2 GREATNESS AWAITS (IRE) (36) 255-122 5 11-13
Br B g Clodovil (IRE) - Top Act (FR)
O Deva Racing GA
Ben Jones J
Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Kildaragh Stud Deva Racing Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Been in good form back over hurdles, scoring in 17f Newton Abbot handicap in June and runner-up twice since, chasing home a thriving one at Market Rasen 5 weeks ago. Good claims if he gets the longer trip. TFR##### BHA104
QUICKBUCK
(IRE) (308) P3/U00P- 7 11-9
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Buck’s Blue (FR)
Lorcan Williams J
O Mr A. Evans Alison Thorpe, Caerfyrddin T
B Philip Hore Jnr 3AS Leisure S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler at best, had lost his way when last seen 10 months ago. Can only be watched for new yard back from absence. TFR##!!! BHA100
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Dalriath
Freddie Gordon (5) J
O Morestead Team ABC Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Yorton Farm Stud Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dualhandicapwinner(including here)whobouncedbacktoformwhensecondatFontwellinJune.Subsequentrunovershortertripbest excused (mistake 3 out, rider also dropped whip after 2 out) and one to consider back up in distance in first-time cheekpieces. TFR###!! BHA97
(IRE) (31) 654 5 11-0
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Fairy Dancer (IRE)
Brendan Powell J
O Coral Racing Club Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Ballylinch Stud Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Regressive on the Flat and has shown just modest form over hurdles. Stamina doubts now handicapping from a stiff-looking mark. Tricky to fancy. TFR##!!! BHA91
Br Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - The Keane Edge (IRE)
Lilly Pinchin J
O The Dark Edge Partnership Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Barry O’Connor
Merriebelle Stable LLC S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a marked step forward on his handicap debut when runner-up in an 11-runner race at Huntingdon (19.6f, good) 5 months ago. That form doesn’t amount to much but he could have more to offer Bred to be a stayer. TFR###!! BHA82
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Notary
Lily Jones (7) J
O Mr A. P. Jones Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn T
B Trebles Holford Farm Thoroughbreds Fitzdares Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner a year ago for Milton Harris but ran poorly fitted with headgear/tongue strap for the first time back in this sphere at Fontwell 3 weeks ago. More needed back up in trip. TFR##!!!
Br B g Mahler - Deadly Pursuit (IRE)
O A J Pegley
Rex Dingle J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Patrick Kent Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to set the world alight and suffered a crashing fall over fences when last seen in July. TFR##!!! BHA76
9
NO GUARANTEE (GB)
(137) 0P5P0-P 4 10-2
Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Tropical Rock
Tabitha Worsley (3) J O High Weald Racing
Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T B Littleton Stud Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in bumpers/over hurdles (including in handicap).
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
#!!!! BHA65
2023: AVIEWOFTHESTARS 5 10 2 Liam Harrison 17-2 (Fergal O’Brien) 12 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note:
NO GUARANTEE: Following its run on 8/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Greatness Awaits (IRE), 7-2 R S Ambush (IRE), 5-1 Sami Bear (GB), 11-2 The Dark Edge (IRE), 12-1 Conservative (IRE), 14-1 Dreadpoetssociety (IRE), 20-1 Escobedo (GB), 66-1 Quickbuck (IRE), 300-1 No Guarantee (GB)
GREATNESS AWAITS continues in good form and can notch up another victory if his stamina holds out. R S Ambush and Sami Bear are a couple of the other likely players.
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First Race 2.20 - THE OAKLEAF BUILDERS SUSSEX MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, September 16th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 1lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb. Oakleaf Builders Sussex have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries at £40. - Closed September 16th, 2024.
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.50 - THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, September 16th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Penalties, after September 14th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Weatherbys have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £40. - Closed September 16th, 2024.
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.20 - THE HAPPY 65TH BIRTHDAY PETER MELLETT JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, September 16th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Friends and family of Peter Mellett have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries at £40. - Closed September 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.50 - THE FRIENDS & FAMILY
REMEMBERING NORMAN SHARPE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9241 to the winning horse The second to receive £4252, the third £2126, the fourth £1064 and the fifth £530. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £87 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £70 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Penalties, after September 14th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Friends and Family of Norman Sharpe have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries, 1 at £17 and 9 at £87. - Closed September 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7068; Second £3533; Third £1768; Fourth £884; Fifth £441 (Penalty Value £9241.75)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE PETER J. TAYLOR MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5809 to the winning horse The second to receive £2673, the third £1336, the fourth £668 and the fifth £333. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £55 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Penalties, after September 14th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Friends and Family of Peter J. Taylor have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries at £55. - Closed September 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4443; Second £2221; Third £1111; Fourth £556; Fifth £277. (Penalty Value £5809.10)
SEE PAGE 29 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.50 - THE STRONG FLAVOURS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3828 to the winning horse The second to receive £1761, the third £880, the fourth £440 and the fifth £219. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, September 16th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Penalties, after September 14th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Strong Flavours have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 24 entries at £36. - Closed September 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2928; Second £1464; Third £732; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3828.72)
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
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