MONDAY 4TH NOVEMBER 2024
Official race programme £3.00
WELCOME
Welcome to The Care For Veterans Raceday
Our third fixture of the season and I would like to welcome you to The Care For Veterans Raceday. We have already had a great start to the season welcoming many thousands of people and seeing some fantastic horses and close finishes. We are sure today will be equally as exciting and I thank you for your continued support.
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, Care For Veterans, Extech and Weatherbys. We wish you all have a tremendous day.
We have a cracking card for punters to get their teeth into today, with 47 runners declared across 7 great races worth over £97,000 of prize money. Our feature on the track today is our fifth race the £23,825 Class 3 Handicap Hurdle which was won last year by Forever William, trained by Alan King and ridden by Tom Cannon beating Monjules by ½ length. The renewal this year looks strong with 7 going to post. We also have a £22,350 Class 3 Handicap Chase with 6 going to post.
Before the action begins, do get yourselves down to the Final Fence Marquee for 11.45am where Colin Brown will take you through a Jumps Season Preview with some jockeys and trainers who have runners here today.
Our next fixture is Monday 18th November, Racehorse Sanctuary Raceday and then we have our two Christmas fixtures on Monday 2nd and Monday 16th December, so we hope to see many of you back here for the Christmas Parties as there is always such a great atmosphere both on and off the track, with the Christmas jumpers, live music and competitive racing. 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.
Best wishes
Craig Staddon Chief Executive
Stewards
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
Monday 4th November 2024
FERGUS SWEENEY (Chief Steward) ADAM BARKER (Stewards’ Panel Chair), STEVE DROWNE, CHRIS HILL, KATE SMITH
Starters JAMES STENNING, SAM AVIS
Judge JANE GREEN
Clerk of the Scales CHRIS HILL
Veterinary Officers HOWARD NEWITT, MARK MURRELL
Commentator MIKE CATTERMOLE
Raceday Announcer LEE MCKENZIE
Medical Officers Dr LUCY FREE (SRMO), Dr AWAIS CHEEMA, Dr ROB DENNEY
JMR Nurse MICHELE FORSDICK
Physio SALLY DUFTY
Veterinary Surgeons SIMON STAEMPFLI (SVS), ANDY CRAWFORD, SUSANA PALOU
Betting Ring Manager VICKI MOORE
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers SARAH COLLINS, PETER DOUBLE, CAROL LEGGETT, HELENA WARBRICK
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
Sara Bradstock - will be hoping to continue her strike rate this month, saddling Batsman (GB) in the 1:58 today.
Top Jump Jockeys with Rides Today
Dylan Johnston - will be looking to continue his hot streak and rides Blue Las (GB) in the 12:58 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
A small but interesting field sees Barrabool make her debut for Harry Derham after a second in a Southwell bumper, but she will need to find improvement to bother BLUE LAS. Neil Mulholland’s six-year-old has taken two of her three bumpers, at Southwell and Uttoxeter, and is bred to be even better over hurdles. If she is ready to go after six months off, she should prove hard to beat. Metkayina also makes the shortlist and is one to watch for future reference.
totewin: Blue Las
toteeachway: Barrabool
Joe Tizzard won this last year and is back for more with I Shut That D’or, but he was beaten a long way over hurdles at Exeter and is yet to get his head in front over fences. THEONLYWAYISWESSEX has won in this sphere at Stratford and was a solid third at Southwell last time out, and if he remains at that level, he may be the one to beat. One Last Glance impressed over timber at Stratford and would also be of interest if he transfers that to the larger obstacles.
totewin: Theonlywayiswessex
toteeachway: One Last Glance
Prince Imperial arrives with two wins already this season, at Fontwell and Market Rasen, but he has to give plenty of weight to JUST LUCKY SIVOLA, which may prove a huge ask. Paul Nicholls’ gelding won his first bumper before disappointing at Huntingdon, but is bred to be far better over obstacles and hopefully has an exciting future in front of him. Batsman took a point-topoint in January and may be the one to follow them home.
totewin: Just Lucky Sivola
toteeachway: Prince Imperial
SACRE COEUR occupied the runner-up berth at Ludlow last month and she competes off the same rating. That is the best recent form on offer in this contest and Dan Skelton’s mare could prove tough to beat. Scamallach Liath finished midfield as favourite in a Grade 3 event over the smaller obstacles at Sandown in February and has to be considered on his chase debut, while I See You Well is another to consider.
totewin: Sacre Coeur
toteeachway: Scamallach Liath
ONEMOREFORTHEROAD has made the frame on each of his last two outings at this level and he now sports a first-time visor. Neil King’s nine-year-old remains on a workable mark and should have no issues with the step back up in trip to get his head back in front. Irish Hill is a lot better than he showed when pulled up at Chepstow on his return and has to be considered. Yellow Star is another to note.
totewin: Onemorefortheroad
toteeachway: Irish Hill
A promising third at Wincanton when keeping on well towards the finish, TWO TO TANGO is likely to build upon that effort and Emma Lavelle’s charge is fancied to break his duck. Calshot Spit has strong claims if putting a disappointing performance on the Flat at Bath behind him, while Shared has dropped to mark 3lb lower than his last win and could be suited by stepping back in trip.
totewin: Two To Tango
toteeachway: Calshot Spit
Now that the penny has dropped for BATWOMEN after a comfortable defeat of Ted’s Friend at Fontwell, the Neil Mulholland-trained mare is likely to have plenty more improvement forthcoming and she can follow up off 5lb higher. Second on his first start for the Harry Derham yard at Huntingdon last month, Recoded must enter calculations, along with Highway One O Five, who ran well over C&D in April but hasn’t quite performed to that level since.
totewin: Batwomen
toteeachway: Recoded
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
FINAL FENCE MARQUEE - 11.45AM
Raceday Host Colin Brown will be joined by an expert panel to give you tips, horses to follow and informative pointers for the season ahead!
You wont want to miss it!
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.
PREMIER SUSSEX NATIONAL
for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £9099 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): Seamus Mullins (17 wins from 123 runners, 14%) runs BASILETTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Mulholland (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs BLUE LAS
Longest Traveller: BLUE LAS trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 130 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
BARRABOOL (GB) (174) 35-2
Br B f Jack Hobbs - Barra Hooley (IRE)
2
4 11-2
Paul O’Brien J
O One Four One Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Tom Weston OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest form in bumpers despite finishing placed twice but she has transferred to an up-andcoming yard ahead of this hurdles debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
BASILETTE (IRE) (25)
1-4 D
Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Bahri Sugar (IRE)
5 11-2
Daniel Sansom (3) J
O Gee Tac Limited Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Seamus Mullins Gee Tac Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Doyen filly who only had to run to a modest level to make a winning bumper debut last summer. Similar form and less-than-straightforward maiden on Flat since. Stuck at it for fourth of 9 on hurdles debut last month. TFRHHHII BHA3
BLUE LAS (GB)
(194) 411- D
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Safari Run (IRE)
6 11-2
Dylan Johnston (3) J
O Walters Plant Hire Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Walters Plant Hire
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to stay well but talented enough to win a couple of bumpers despite pulling hard in the spring. Major claims now hurdling in a race lacking depth. TFRHHHHI BHA-
CRAZY MAISIE
(IRE) (32) 0/- 5 11-2
Br B m Belardo (IRE) - Circleofinfluence (USA)
O Mrs K. B. Tester
B Oghill House Stud & Joseph M. Burke
Marc Goldstein J
Mark Hoad, Lewes T
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper at best on the Flat but not at that level in recent times and was well held previous hurdles outing in 2023. TFRHIIII BHA-
METKAYINA (IRE)
(207) 314- D
Br Ch m Diamond Boy (FR) - Princess Tara (IRE)
5 11-2
Jonathan Burke J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Metkayina Noel Williams, Blewbury T
B Thistletown Stud Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well when third of 16 in bumper at Galway (heavy) on debut on debut and, having left Sam Curling, made an impressive start for this yard when comfortably winning big-field contest at Ludlow. Excellent fourth in Grade 2 company in April and major player on hurdles bow. TFRHHHHH BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: A TICKATICKATIMING 5 11 2 Marc Goldstein 7-2 (Sheena West) 12 ran
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Metkayina (IRE), 15-8 Blue Las (GB), 8-1 Barrabool (GB), 11-1 Basilette (IRE), 150-1 Crazy Maisie (IRE) PLAY
This should rest between bumper-winners METKAYINA and Blue Las with marginal preference for the former given there’s slightly more substance to her form in that sphere.
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SECOND RACE 1.28
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Tizzard (13 wins from 59 runners, 22%) runs I SHUT THAT D’OR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (7 wins from 44 runners, 16%) runs I SHUT THAT D’OR
Longest Traveller: ONE LAST GLANCE trained by T R Gretton, Inkberrow, 165 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
(FR)(32) 25-3143 6 12-0
Br B or Br g Maxios - Terra Fina
Tom Cannon J O MARSH, KELLY, MEACHAM, DAVIES & MORDAUNT Alan King, Barbury Castle T B Bloodstock Agency Ltd Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW winner who opened his account over jumps in 9-runner handicap chase at Stratford (17f) in June. Back to that sort of form when creditable third at Southwell (15.8f, good to firm) last month and ought to go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA100
I SHUT THAT D’OR (FR) (13) PP3-P00 6 11-9
Br B g Barastraight - Anicka d’Or (FR)
Brendan Powell J
O Mr C. L. Tizzard Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mr Mathieu Lalanne & Mr Gilles Chaignon Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Belied odds of 50/1 when taking a Wincanton novice hurdle in January 2023. However, he hasn’t done much right since and offered little on hurdles return at Exeter 13 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA95 3 KALKAS (FR) (172) 6P462-3 BF 8 11-8
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Fortunateencounter (FR)
4
Kevin Brogan J
O Old Bloxhamist Racing Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T
B S.A.R.L. Neustrian Associates Fairfax and Favor Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser at best for Henry de Bromhead during 2021/22. Not at same level these days but ran respectably when third of 4 in handicap chase at Fontwell (17.8f, good) when last seen in May. 2lb lower now and could be a player on return to action. TFRHHHHH BHA94
NADIM (IRE)
(8) 330636 D 5 11-7
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Nymphea (IRE)
O Syd Hosie
B Juergen & Ursula Imm GbR
Mr Robbie David (7) J
Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 3 times over hurdles in 2023 and showed some promise, sent chasing for his new yard, when third in Stratford novice handicap (19.5f) last month. Wasn’t in same form at Wincanton, latest, however, and others are more appealing. TFRHHIII BHA93
Br B g Passing Glance - Lillie Lou
Robert Dunne J
O Fred Camis, Ray Fielder & Mel Clarke Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T
B Ray Fielder & Fred Camis JMC Surfacing Contractors S
TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly offthemark,backfrom7-month absence,when taking9-runner handicap hurdle (9/2) atStratford(16.3f, heavy) 16days ago. Faces different conditions here but is feasibly treated, back over the larger obstacles, and must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA90
CLONDAW ROBIN (IRE) (221)
232F43-
11 10-2
Br Ch g Robin des Champs (FR) - Old Town Queen (IRE) Caoilin Quinn (3) J
O The Secret Circle Racing Club Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T
B E. Fehily Funnel Fuel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still winless over fences and below best at Fontwell when last seen in March. Reappears off a handy mark but others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA74
Br B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Lace Parasol (IRE)
Finn Lambert (3) J
O The Kingpins David Dennis, Banbury T
B Susan Bredin Palladium Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted best effort for current yard when very good third of 10 in handicap chase at Hereford (20.9f, good) 21 days ago. Finds himself
Br B m Al Kazeem - Patterned Lorcan Murtagh J O Mr G. Woods Cynthia Woods, Crowborough T B D. J. and Mrs Deer Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd S
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023: WEST ORCHARD (IRE) 6 10 6 Sean Bowen 8-1 (Joe Tizzard) 11 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Theonlywayiswessex (FR), Ballinoulart (IRE), 9-2 One Last Glance (GB), 11-2 Kalkas (FR), 10-1 Nadim (IRE), 12-1 I Shut That d’Or (FR), Clondaw Robin (IRE), 100-1 Design Flaw (GB)
KALKAS returns on a fair mark and hails from a yard amongst the winners. He could be the answer in a tricky-looking contest. Theonlywayiswessex and Ballinoulart are feared most. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KALKAS (FR) 2.THEONLYWAYISWESSEX (FR) 3.BALLINOULART (IRE)
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RACEDAY
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): P Nicholls (22 wins from 59 runners, 37%) runs JUST LUCKY SIVOLA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs JUST LUCKY SIVOLA
Longest Traveller: PRINCE IMPERIAL trained by O Murphy, Wilmcote, 139 miles.
Br B g Frankel - Proportional
Beau Morgan (5) J
O The Box 8 Partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Juddmonte Farms Inc Motaclan S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form on first run since leaving Harriet Dickin when easily winning 9-runner maiden hurdle at Fontwell in September and he de
Br B g Jack Hobbs - Maid of Oaksey
Tom Bellamy J
O The Buster Syndicate Sara Bradstock, Wantage T
B The Plaid Maid Partnership Equimedia Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW JackHobbsgelding.Dam,lightlyracedinbumpers,half-sister tousefulhurdler/top-class chaser(CheltenhamGoldCupwinner)Coneygree.Successful on second of 2 starts in point bumpers (Jan 2024) but last of 7 in a bumper and likely needs more time. Hood on switched to hurdling. TFRHHIII BHA-
VEGA’S WARRIOR (IRE) (13) 05
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Oh Sedulous (IRE)
O J & A Young (Racing) Limited
5 11-0
Brendan Powell J
Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T
B Dubois Holdings Ltd & Lope de Vega Synd. Jayplas S
TIMEFORM VIEW A frustrating maiden handicapper on Flat (stays 16.5f) and minor promise only over hurdles last month. Tongue strap applied. TFRHHIII BHA-
JUST LUCKY SIVOLA (FR) (217)
Br B g Noroit (GER) - Rue Pigalle (FR)
16- 5 11-0
Harry Cobden J
O Mrs L. Maclennan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mr Gilles Trapenard Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family and made a successful debut in a Southwell bumper last November. Disappointed under a penalty at Huntingdon but bred to have a future over hurdles and he’s in excellent hands. TFRHHHHI BHA-
SCOTCH ON DA
ROCKS
(IRE) (204) 1///56- 7 11-0
Br B g Fame And Glory - Final Episode (IRE)
Paul O’Brien J
O Dominic Griffiths and David Kavanagh Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Sean Collins & John Fitzpatrick 1Account Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 buyafterwinning apointinApril2021. Neverlookedlikejustifying support making belatedRules debutinatongue strapatDoncaster in March and again failed to meet expectations a month later. Left Ben Pauling but has the frame for jumping. Has had another breathing op. TFRHHHHI BHA6
COURT ONE
(IRE) (204) U- 4 10-13
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Mac Tire Dubh (IRE)
O WINTERFIELDS FARM LTD & MR DAVID SCOTT
Niall Houlihan J
Richard Rowe, Pulborough T
B Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler Southern Cranes & Access Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €9,000 3-y-o, £20,000 4-y-o, first foal: dam unraced half-sister to fair hurdle winner/fair chaser (stayed 2 3/4m) Our Friend. Unseated rider sole start in Irish points (Apr 14). TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023: EMAILANDY (IRE) 5 11 0 Bryony Frost 7-1 (Paul Nicholls) 11 ran Hood worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 4-6 Prince Imperial (USA), 3-1 Just Lucky Sivola (FR), 9-1 Scotch On da Rocks (IRE), 33-1 Batsman (GB), Court One (IRE), 40-1 De Vega’s Warrior (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
PRINCE IMPERIAL has a double penalty to shoulder but he can call upon plenty of experience over obstacles and that may prove to be decisive. Just Lucky Sivola is in the right hands now hurdling and he should be a factor.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
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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.
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FOURTH RACE 2.30
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): Seamus Mullins (17 wins from 123 runners, 14%) runs I SEE YOU WELL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (17 wins from 58 runners, 29%) runs SACRE COEUR
Longest Traveller: SACRE COEUR trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 140 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
BOLDMERE (GB)
(240) 21/P4PP- 11 12-0
Br B g Multiplex - Pugnacious Lady Kielan Woods J
O The Bold & The Brave Alex Hales, Edgecote T B Mickley Stud Winwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3m veterans’ events at Doncaster and Fakenham during the early part of 2023 but he offered little in a handful of appearances last season. TFRHHIII BHA124
2
SACRE COEUR (FR) (26)
630462 C 8 11-13
Br Gr m Montmartre (FR) - Singaporette (FR)
Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Dick and Mandy Higgins Dan Skelton, Alcester T B S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time chase winner last season who returned to form when runner-up at Ludlow (23.8f, good) 26 days ago. Remains on an attractive mark and she’s a major player. TFRHHHHI BHA123 3
SCAMALLACH LIATH (IRE)
(275) 322/120- 7 11-13
Br Gr g Shantou (USA) - Lady Cloudings (IRE) Paul O’Brien J
O Mr & Mrs Norman Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Mr M. Hurley OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showedplentyoverhurdles,placedall4startsforOliverSherwoodduring2022/23andwinnerofanAscotnovices’handicap(24.4f,good)ondebutforHarryDerham lastNovember. CameupshortinSandownGrade3Sandownhandicap whenlastseeninFebruary butsights lowered forthischasing bow. TFRHHHHH BHA123
4
I SEE YOU WELL
(FR)(204) 5U6226- CD 11 11-6
Br B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Bonne Mere (FR)
5
Micheal Nolan J
O Philippa Downing, Clive Dunning & S Pitt Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Mr Michael Bauduin & Mr Francois Mell We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Something of a course specialist, winning 5 times over C&D, and he was second in this race off a 6lb higher mark 12 months ago. Rather hit-and-miss since, though, and he looks vunerable for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA116
WHYDAH GALLY (GB)
(201) 164140- 8 11-2
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Reverse Swing
Brendan Powell J
O Sam’s Crew Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Grace & Samuel Hockenhull Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW HitthetargettwiceinhandicapschasesatLingfieldlastseason,latterlydemonstratingstrongstaminareserveswithasuccessover29finFebruary. However, he merely underlined the fact that he’s not one to bank on by following that with a couple of low-key performances. TFRHHHII BHA112
SUBLIME HEIGHTS (IRE) (31)
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Corrag Lass (IRE)
06261-P CD
8 11-2
Kevin Brogan J
O Andrew & Sarah Wates Toby Lawes, Beare Green T
B J. W. George Lawmens Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Threeofhis4chasewinshavebeengainedhere,registering firstsuccessawayfromthisvenuewhenlandinga3-runnerChepstowhandicap(23.6f,soft) in April. No show on his reappearance at Fontwell, though, and, like last season, he may need a few runs before coming to the boil. TFRHHIII BHA112
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023: BLADE RUNNER (FR) 7 11 5 Rex Dingle 11-2 (Chris Gordon) 12 ran
Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Scamallach Liath (IRE), 10-3 Sacre Coeur (FR), 8-1 I See You Well (FR), 17-2 Whydah Gally (GB), 12-1 Sublime Heights (IRE), 18-1 Boldmere (GB)
SCAMALLACH LIATH could finish only mid-field when sent off favourite for a Grade 3 Sandown handicap on the final start of a light campaign last season, but he now makes his chase debut in much calmer waters and this Irish point winner appeals as the type to make his mark over fences. Sacre Coeur is the clear main danger ahead of veteran course regular I See You Well.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SCAMALLACH LIATH (IRE) 2.SACRE COEUR (FR) 3.I SEE YOU WELL (FR)
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(CLASS 3)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £23825
Owners Prize Money. 1st £9623, 2nd £4810, 3rd £2406, 4th £1203, 5th £600. (Penalty Value £12581.97)
FIFTH RACE 3.05
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): G & J Moore (46 wins from 313 runners, 15%) runs MARK OF GOLD & YELLOW STAR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (17 wins from 58 runners, 29%) runs FOREVER WILLIAM
Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2019 and 2020. The stable runs IRISH HILL today
Longest Traveller: FOREVER WILLIAM trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 140 miles.
1 MARK OF GOLD (GB) (22) 54F10P- C D 7 12-0
Br B g Golden Horn - Polly’s Mark (IRE)
2
Rob Hargreaves (7) J
O Stevie Fisher & Friends Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B The Kathryn Stud KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 21f Kempton handicap in February. Arrives fit from the Flat (respectable third at Goodwood last month) and capable of playing a part. TFRHHHII BHA140
ONEMOREFORTHEROAD (GB)(24) 260323 9 11-3
Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Vinomore
Jack Quinlan J
O Rupert Dubai Racing Neil King, Burderop T
B Donna Wallis Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual chaser winner who has run with credit back hurdling at Newton Abbot and Chepstow this autumn. First-time visor replaces regular cheekpieces. Likely to be in the shake-up again. TFRHHHHI BHA129
ENTHUSED (IRE) (10) 015140 C 7 10-12
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Question Times
O M B Clarke & Partners
B Sweetmans Bloodstock
Tom Bellamy J
James Owen, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW Most likeable sort who gained a sixth hurdle success when seeing off 7 rivals over 2m here in September. Not in the same form twice since but it’s possible a change of headgear (first-time blinkers for visor) will perk him back up. Also up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA124
IRISH HILL
(GER) (23) 20532-P
Br Gr g Kingston Hill - Irresistable (GER)
O Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 8
5
6 10-12
Harry Cobden J
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Gestut Hachtsee Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the bounce during 2022/23 campaign and recorded plenty of creditable efforts in defeat last season. Ran no sort of race in the Silver Trophy last season but well treated if bouncing back in a change of headgear (cheekpieces he wore once at the start of his career replace blinkers). TFRHHHHI BHA124
FOREVER WILLIAM (GB)
(23) 16-0030 CD 6 10-7
Br Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Archina (IRE)
Miss Heidi Palin (7) J
O Spectre Racing - Forever William Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr & Mrs David Brown The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner for Alan King. Stepped up on his low-key debut for this yard when third of 8 in Newton Abbot handicap (21.5f, good) in September. Well held in the Silver Trophy at Chepstow since but should make more of an impact back in a less-competitive scenario. TFRHHHII BHA119
YELLOW STAR
(FR) (23) 31404-4
Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Aliyfa (IRE)
O Mr Tim Lord KC and Mr G L Moore
7
4 10-5
Niall Houlihan J
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B SAS Elevage du Haras de Bourgeauville KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form at best on the Flat and similar form in this sphere, successful in a 2m Lingfield novice (soft) in February. Creditable fourth of 11 in 2m Chepstow handicap on reappearance and the longer trip this afternoon promises to play to his strengths. TFRHHHHH BHA118
GODOT (IRE)
(204) 615204- CD
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - La Cerisaie
7 10-2
Caoilin Quinn (3) J O A.Lewers D.Shaw A.Irvine Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T B B. Mayoh, Eskdale Thoroughbreds Funnel Fuel S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was also successful over fences here in January. Below par when last seen in the spring and best watched back hurdling from 7lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA107
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2023: FOREVER WILLIAM 5 10 13 Tom Cannon 14-1 (Alan King) 8 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Visor worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 7.
Stewards Note:
IRISH HILL: Following its run on 12/10/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Onemorefortheroad (GB), 3-1 Yellow Star (FR), 4-1 Irish Hill (GER), 9-1 Forever William (GB), 10-1 Enthused (IRE), 11-1 Mark of Gold (GB), 20-1 Godot (IRE)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
YELLOW STAR could prove suited by this increased test of stamina and is preferred to Irish Hill, who ran a stinker in the Silver Trophy but is well treated if a change of headgear and a return to calmer waters sparks a revival. Onemorefortheroad has run well back hurdling this autumn and should also feature.
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CATERING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11450 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4625, 2nd £2312, 3rd £1156, 4th £578, 5th £289. (Penalty Value £6046.74)
RACE 3.40
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): G & J Moore (46 wins from 313 runners, 15%) runs AGGAGIO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Tizzard (7 wins from 44 runners, 16%) runs NON STOP
Weightwatcher: INFERNO SACREE won off a handicap mark of 112, his rating is now down 5lb to 107.
Longest Traveller: INFERNO SACREE trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 180 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
SHARED (GB) (29) 130P-43 D BF
Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Between Us
5 12-0
Paul O’Brien J
O Mr Colm Donlon Harry Derham, Newbury T B Cheveley Park Stud Limited OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when taking a 2m Chepstow handicap on reappearance last season, and ended that campaign with a creditable effort at Warwick. His tendency to race lazily was in evidence on return this time round at Kelso last month, though, and he’s likely to find one or two too good. TFRHHHII BHA118
2 AGGAGIO (FR) (18) 531/2F-0 D
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ravage
6 11-10
Caoilin Quinn (3) J
O Aura Racing Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Michel Sardou
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable dual-purpose performer who enhanced his good strike rate with a pair of hurdle victories during early 2023 and held form well on Flat thereafter. However, he ran below-par on the level back from a break in September and again failed to fire back in this sphere recently. TFRHHIII BHA114 3
NON STOP (FR) (284) 04/5234- D 5 11-4
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Saint Hilary
4
Brendan Powell J
O Gavigan Kennedy Sharp Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B S.A.R.L. de Chambure Haras D’Etreham Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW The second of his 4 runs over fences last season was encouraging, finishing runner-up in a 2 1/4m Taunton handicap on the occasion in question. Interesting returned to hurdles (2-5 in this sphere) for the yard that saddled the winner of this race in 2023. TFRHHHII BHA108
INFERNO SACREE (FR)
(148) 3P30-06 CD 6 11-3
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Altesse Sacree (FR)
Lorcan Murtagh J
O Mr Russell Lane Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Henrieteta Charlet & Graham Porter Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a most productive spell when winning 5 times from 6 starts in the first half of 2023, with 3 of those wins gained here. Largely struggled since, though, and others make more appeal on this occasion. TFRHHHII BHA107
TWO TO TANGO (GB) (18) 5/32P-53
Br B g Kayf Tara - Folie Dancer
O Mr J. R. Lavelle
6 11-2
Joe Anderson (3) J
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B Mr J. R. Lavelle & Dr Mark Scott Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who showed fair form in pair of maiden hurdles last winter. Back on track when third in a 10-runner Wincanton handicap (15.2f, good) 18 days ago and he is high on the shortlist off the same mark here. TFRHHHHI BHA106
CALSHOT SPIT (IRE)
Br B g New Bay - Nour’spirit (IRE)
(25) 0-3421
4 11-2
Marc Goldstein J
O Mr Michael Moriarty Sheena West, Lewes T
B Kilweelran Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foundonlyawell-handicappedrivaltoostrongin2mhandicapatStratfordinAugustand,havingscoredontheFlatnexttime,henarrowlyprevailedbackin this sphere at Fontwell towards the end of September. Ground was probably against him returned to the level since and he remains of interest. TFRHHHHH BHA106
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023: WEST END BOY (IRE) 5 10 0 Freddie Gingell 8-13 (Joe Tizzard) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
CALSHOT SPIT: Following its run on 10/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Two To Tango (GB), 3-1 Calshot Spit (IRE), 7-2 Shared (GB), 13-2 Non Stop (FR), 8-1 Inferno Sacree (FR), 16-1 Aggagio (FR)
It’s probably best to overlook CALSHOT SPIT’s heavy defeat on the Flat last month, as he simply didn’t appear to handle the testing conditions. He was at the top of his game prior to that and, with the ground more suitable back hurdling here, the 4-y-o is taken to deliver. Two To Tango took a step back in the right direction at Wincanton recently and he is second choice ahead of Non Stop and Shared.
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Race preview from Weatherbys
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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11450
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4625, 2nd £2312, 3rd £1156, 4th £578, 5th £289. (Penalty Value £6046.74)
Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (19-24): C Gordon (59 wins from 244 runners, 24%) runs HIGHWAY ONE O FIVE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Pipe (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs BASHFUL BOY
Longest Traveller: BASHFUL BOY trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 165 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B m Presenting - Avondhu Lady (IRE)
Brendan Powell J O Miss Jane Goddard Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B R. Flynn
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 9-runner handicap hurdle at Fontwell (19.1f, good to soft, 7/1) 31 days ago by 2 1/2 lengths from Ted’s Friend. Progressive mare who is well worth a chance to go in again. TFRHHHHH BHA109
6 11-12
Br B g Kodiac - Mrakeb (USA) Paul O’Brien J O Lady Thompson & Julia Lukas Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Ladyswood Stud OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form when placed in a pair of bumpers. Yet to match that over hurdles but this is just his second outing for a shrewd stable and his opening mark is potentially lenient. TFRHHHHI BHA107
(22) 16F/F0-4 C
6 11-12
Br B g Motivator - Strelkita (FR) Niall Houlihan J
O Mr Steven Packham & Mr Gary Moore
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Alain Louis-Dreyfus KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course novice winner in January 2023 but has yet to make an impact in handicaps. Ran well on the Flat last time but jumping is a concern in this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA107
Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock
Max Kendrick J
O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Joseph and Anthony Smiddy Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 13/2, creditable 2 1/2 lengths second of 9 to Batwomen in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (19.1f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Has slipped in the weights and looks to be building up to something. TFRHHHHI BHA105
(IRE) (23) 04-0044 8 11-7
Br B g Magician (IRE) - Bacheliere (USA)
O Milldean Racing Syndicate
Jack Tudor J
David Pipe, Wellington T
B Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap hurdler who ran well in the Cesarewitch last time and returns to this sphere on an appealing mark. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA102
Br B m Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Ede’iff
O Mr A. Lees
B Mr A. F. Lees
Harry Kimber J
Bill Turner, Sherborne T
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who opened her account after a frustrating run of placed efforts in 13-runner handicap at Leicester (20.5f, heavy) in January. Arrives on the back of a creditable effort at Hereford, so could get involved. TFRHHHII BHA99
Br B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Shuil A Hocht (IRE)
Rex Dingle J
O Mr Anthony Ward-Thomas Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Kenilworth House Stud Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW In good order towards the end of last season and should strip fitter for his return at Fontwell. Looks a player with cheekpieces tried for the first time.
TFRHHHHI BHA96
MACARI (GB) (9) 0210-P4 C 4 10-13
Br B g Sixties Icon - Potternello (IRE)
O Ricki Vaughan, R Bisiker, Sheena West
B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited
Marc Goldstein J
Sheena West, Lewes T
Southdowns Unleashed S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when winning here in April and returned to form at Stratford in July. Arrives on the back of success on the Flat, so well worthy of consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA95
9
BIRDMAN BOB (IRE) (14) 2U2P6-0 C 7
10-10
Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Brijomi Queen (IRE) Caoilin Quinn (3) J O Surefire Racing Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T B Apple Tree Farm Ltd Funnel Fuel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who ended last season in form and is likely to strip fitter for his return here, so not ruled out back up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA91
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2023: BADDESLEY (IRE) 8 11 3 Freddie Gordon 11-2 (Chris Gordon) 11 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 9. Stewards Note:
TED’S FRIEND: Following its run on 4/10/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its right fore shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Batwomen (IRE), 4-1 Recoded (IRE), 15-2 Ted’s Friend (IRE), 8-1 Highway One O Five (IRE), 17-2 Bashful Boy (IRE), 9-1 Macari (GB), 14-1 Ede’iffs Rock (GB), 16-1 Birdman Bob (IRE), 22-1 Poncho (FR)
BATWOMEN left previous efforts behind when seeing off Ted’s Friend to make a successful handicap debut at Fontwell last time and, with more to come, she’s worth a chance to go in again. Recoded is an obvious danger and Highway One O Five is of interest in first-time headgear.
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Parade Ring Access
In the interests of safety, access to the parade ring is strictly limited to Owners and Trainers with runners in the race, BHA and Racecourse Officials who are on duty at the meeting and Emergency Service Personnel. Those people holding badges or accreditation that allow access to the parade ring are asked to refrain from entering the parade ring unless absolutely necessary.
Photography
Use of cameras, video equipment, computer equipment, mobile phones and other devices at Plumpton racecourse is subject to terms and conditions - full details are available at the racecourse office.
Racegoers may take photographs for personal use only - you are not permitted to make commercial use of any audio/visual coverage, still images or data relating to the racecourse. FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY IS PROHIBITED - Flash photography is dangerous where horses are involved.
Please be aware that we have an official photographer at Plumpton Racecourse and images will be gathered throughout the day. Most pictures will be non specific but it is possible that images of you will be captured. As we retain copyright of these images, we may make use of them for future marketing. By purchasing a ticket, it is assumed that you are aware this is a possibility. If this is something you are concerned about please visit the racecourse office
Notices
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Desciptions, 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 parade ring on the way to the post.
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 12.58 - THE BOOK PREMIER SUSSEX NATIONAL RACEDAY NOW MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, October 29th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Weights: 11st 2lb each. Plumpton Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the £100,000 Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, 22nd March, 2025. 16 entries at £45. - Closed October 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.28 - THE CHRISTMAS AT PLUMPTON NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5254 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1208, the fourth £604 and the fifth £301. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, October 29th and pay £49 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 26th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Plumpton Racecourse have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries at £49. - Closed October 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4019; Second £2009; Third £1005; Fourth £502; Fifth £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.58 - THE EXTECH CLOUD DEMYSTIFYING I.T NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 29th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Extech have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 16 entries at £45. - Closed October 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.30 - THE TIE THE KNOT WEDDING CATERING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11803 to the winning horse The second to receive £5431, the third £2715, the fourth £1358 and the fifth £677. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £111 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £111 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 26th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Tie the Knot Wedding Catering have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 8 entries at £111. - Closed October 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9027; Second £4512; Third £2257; Fourth £1129; Fifth £563. (Penalty Value £11803.03) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.05 - THE CARE FOR VETERANS CHARITY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12581 to the winning horse The second to receive £5789, the third £2894, the fourth £1448 and the fifth £721. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £119 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £119 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 26th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Care For Veterans Charity have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries at £119. - Closed October 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9623; Second £4810; Third £2406; Fourth £1203; Fifth £600. (Penalty Value £12581.97) SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.40 - THE STRONG FLAVOURS CATERING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6046 to the winning horse The second to receive £2782, the third £1391, the fourth £696 and the fifth £346. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £57 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £57 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 26th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Strong Flavours Catering have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £57. - Closed October 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4625; Second £2312; Third £1156; Fourth £578; Fifth £289. (Penalty Value £6046.74)
SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.10 - THE WEATHERBYS & BIRDIE CALENDARS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6046 to the winning horse The second to receive £2782, the third £1391, the fourth £696 and the fifth £346. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £57 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £57 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 2nd. Penalties, after October 26th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Weatherbys have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 17 entries at £57. - Closed October 29th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4625; Second £2312; Third £1156; Fourth £578; Fifth £289. (Penalty Value £6046.74) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
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