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Non-runner - A horse withdrawn from a race for which it had been declared.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.
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MARK OF GOLD stuck to his task and capitalised on his rival’s last-fence blunder when making a winning chase bow in a Grade 2 at Ascot 16 days ago. The eight-year-old makes grand appeal now going handicapping over fences and this looks a suitable opportunity for him to complete a brace. The biggest threat may emerge from Lord Of Thunder, who shaped well on his first completed start over fences when finishing fourth at Exeter last month. Classic Anthem is noted too. totewin: Mark Of Gold
toteeachway: Lord Of Thunder
Morning Air justified favouritism when making a winning hurdles/UK debut at Leicester last month and another bold bid looks likely. However, the form of that race could have worked out better and Venetia Williams’ filly will need to improve to defy a 6lb penalty. With that in mind, it could be worth taking a punt on 84-rated Flat performer GIBBS ISLAND, who could take some stopping if taking to this discipline. Narragansett and Risk It All are also noted.
totewin: Gibbs Island
toteeachway: Morning Air
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A wind procedure worked the oracle for last month’s Doncaster scorer JAX JUNIOR. Lucy Wadham’s gelding impressed with how quickly he put his rivals to bed and a 6lb penalty may not be enough to prevent him from following up. As The Fella Says made a respectable hurdles bow when runner-up at Warwick 24 days ago and the son of Soldier Of Fortune can put up the most resistance to the selection, ahead of the hat-trick seeking The Bluesman.
totewin: Jax Junior
toteeachway: As The Fella Says
Pertemps Final winner Monmiral improved from his return effort in a qualifier for the same series at Newbury to finish runner-up in the Long Distance Hurdle at the same venue. The eight-year-old warrants plenty of respect but he does face a stiff task against some interesting opponents with CLOUD DANCER getting the nod. The step up to 3m at Doncaster last time saw him take a big step forward and a 6lb rise doesn’t appear overly harsh. Transmission bids to repeat his remarkable success in this event from 12 months ago.
totewin: Cloud Dancer
toteeachway: Monmiral
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6
UNANSWERED PRAYERS won the Southern National on his penultimate start before following that effort with a decent third in the London National. The handicapper left him alone for the latest of those efforts and an ease in grade may see the nine-year-old back to winning ways. Dom Of Mary returns to the scene of his finest hour having won this by 10 lengths 12 months ago. Others to note are Minella Blueway and Jerrash.
totewin: Unanswered Prayers
toteeachway: Dom Of Mary
I Shut That D’or has won over course and distance on two of his last three starts and beat Theonlywayiswessex on the first of those occasions. The latter has won here subsequently and there is little to choose between that pair on these revised terms, but SUN JOY is less exposed over fences. This six-year-old was having only his second start in a chase when runner-up at Sedgefield in November and a bold bid is expected from Ben Pauling’s charge.
totewin: Sun Joy
toteeachway: I Shut That D’or
BUCEPHALUS bounced back to form when finishing a respectable second at Chepstow last week. He could go close if able to back that up and is taken to edge an open affair. A winner at Lingfield last time, Snapius arrives in fine form and is likely to prove competitive once again, despite a 5lb rise, while Inferno Sacree is not out of it either returning to a shorter trip. Moab is the least exposed and is another to note.
totewin: Bucephalus
toteeachway: Snapius
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): G & J Moore (44 wins from 296 runners, 15%) runs MARK OF GOLD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (3 wins from 31 runners, 10%) runs MARK OF GOLD Longest Traveller: LORD OF THUNDER trained by J Tizzard, Sherborne, 128 miles.
Br Br g Getaway (GER) - Harbour Mistress (IRE)
Brendan Powell J
O P & L Account Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Parkville Stud Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ontheupoverhurdleslastseason,scoringtwiceinnovicecompanyatWincanton.Looksthepartforchasingandwasmakingapromisingstartin this sphere when coming down 2 out at Cheltenham on return. Respectable fourth at Exeter since and remains one to view positively. TFRHHHHH
CLASSIC ANTHEM (IRE) (37) 200-420 7 10-5
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Clohass Lane
O The Minions
B J. Mernagh
Harry Cobden J
Jim Boyle, Epsom T
Jim Boyle Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW ExpensiverecruitfromIrishpointswhoscoredoverhurdlesatSandowninDecember2023.Promisingstartoverfencesbackfrom6monthsoffwhensecond at same course in November but not so good at Newbury (16.4f, good to soft) later that month. Bounce back needed from 6lb out of weights. TFRHHHII BHA117
DECLARED RUNNERS 3 2024: SCARFACE (IRE) 7 10 7 Brendan Powell 9-2 (Joe Tizzard) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 4-6
Joe Tizzard and Brendan Powell combined to take this last year, and they can repeat the trick with LORD OF THUNDER, who ran respectably at Exeter last month and remains a chaser to view positively with a first-time tongue tie applied. Mark of Gold, who took advantage of Personal Ambition’s last-fence blunder to make a winning start over fences at Ascot just over a fortnight ago, rates as the obvious danger.
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HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for juvenile four yrs old x Total prize fund £16500
Owners Prize Money. 1st £6885, 2nd £3444, 3rd £1721, 4th £861. (Penalty Value £8985.90)
SECOND RACE 1.05
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (57 wins from 242 runners, 24%) runs DR WAKSMAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): V Williams (4 wins from 33 runners, 12%) runs MORNING AIR
Longest Traveller: GIBBS ISLAND trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 185 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
VORDERMAN (GB) (26) 001
Br B g Study of Man (IRE) - Nadia Promise
O Homecroft Wealth Racing
2
11-6
Ben Ffrench Davis (5) J
Roger Teal, Lambourn T
B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd Homecroft Wealth S
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact in a brace of bumpers but caused an upset upped to 17.7f switched to hurdling at Fontwell a month ago. Far from an obvious follow-up contender under a penalty.
CROWN OF INDIA (IRE) (73)
Br B g Camelot - Queen of India (IRE)
11-0
Kielan Woods J
O The Agra Jewels Alex Hales, Edgecote T
B Queen Of India Partnership Winwood Construction UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on Flat (stays 1 3/4m), well beaten in handicap last time. Has left Ed Walker ahead of this hurdles debut with a
on. TFRHHIII BHA3
DR WAKSMAN (GB) (72)
Br Ch g Iffraaj - Hukamaa
O Mr John H. W. Finch
11-0
Rex Dingle J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in maidens on Flat (stays 10.5f), showed more than previously when made frame last time. Has left Andrew Oliver and now goes hurdling for successful NH yard. TFRHHHII BHA-
GIBBS ISLAND (GB) (77)
Br Ch g Iffraaj - Dream Book
11-0
Stan Sheppard J
O RaceShare - Gibbs Island Tom Lacey, Woolhope T
B Smarden Thoroughbreds Raceshare S
TIMEFORM VIEW Closelyrelatedtofair21/4mhurdlewinnerBookofTales.Damhalf-sistertofairlyusefulhurdler(17fwinner)Sawbuck.FairlyusefulhandicapperonFlat (stays 10.5f), back to form when runner-up last time. Sold from Andrew Oliver 70,000 gns later in October and he’s interesting on hurdles bow. TFRHHHHI BHA-
NARRAGANSETT (GB) (31)
2
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Rock Exhibition
11-0
Conor O’Farrell J
O Jane Nuala Cartwright Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Scea Des Prairies Jeffroy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful (and lightly-raced) winner on the Flat and showed plenty to work on sent hurdling when runner-up at Market Rasen 3 weeks ago, pulling long way clear of the rest. Should improve. TFRHHHII BHA-
RISK IT ALL (FR) (9) 3 BF
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Popin’s Du Berlais (FR)
O Mr Keith F. J. Loads & Mr Harry Redknapp
11-0
Niall Houlihan J
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Haras de Montaigu KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Easy 6-length winner of 2m minor event at Nort-sur-Erdre only outing on Flat for Elisabeth Allaire. Very strong in the betting and shaped well on hurdles debut at Kempton last week, taking keen hold but sticking to his task. More to come. TFRHHHHH BHA7
MORNING AIR (FR) (35) 1 D
Br B f Doctor Dino (FR) - Morning Dust (IRE)
10-13
Ned Fox (3) J O Lady Price, C Shaw, C Boylan & I Tagg Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Haras de La Perelle Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner in the mud in France and made a successful hurdle debut at Leicester 35 days ago in the style of one who could have plenty more to offer. Sure to leave bare form behind. TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2024: THROUGH THE AGES 4 11 6 Caoilin Quinn 1-4 (Gary Moore) 5 ran Hood worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
RISK IT ALL: Following its run on 27/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran green.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Risk It All (FR), 3-1
Morning Air (FR), 9-2 Narragansett (GB), 7-1 Gibbs Island (GB), 12-1 Dr Waksman (GB), 20-1 Vorderman (GB), Crown of India (IRE)
Despite failing to land a gamble on last week’s hurdles debut, RISK IT ALL showed plenty to work on at Kempton, ultimately finishing third, and with progress on the cards, he could be the answer. Morning Air was impressive when winning at Leicester and is sure to leave the bare form of that trailing in her wake, with Gibbs Island an interesting Flat recruit.
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HORSE CARE AT PLUMPTON
At every race meeting at Plumpton there are three specially qualified Equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action.
During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Paramedic team responsible for human casualties.
The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race.
THE BETGOODWIN ALAN KING EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old x Total prize fund £16500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6885, 2nd £3444, 3rd £1721, 4th £861. (Penalty Value £8985.90)
THIRD RACE 1.35
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (57 wins from 242 runners, 24%) runs ILLEGAL D’AINAY & MINELLA KAISER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (10 wins from 37 runners, 27%) runs AS THE FELLA SAYS Longest Traveller: GAME COLOURS trained by B Clarke, Corscombe, 141 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 KISSMAN (FR) (30) 002-145
Br B g Karaktar (IRE) - Bastide (FR)
5 12-0
Niall Houlihan J
O Celtic Contractors Limited Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Mr Jean-Francois Magnien KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdle winner in France but not at that level in 2 handicap starts for new connections. Still early days with this yard but others look stronger here. TFRHHIII BHA114
Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Torpille d’Ainay (FR)
O Mr John H. W. Finch
Freddie Gordon (3) J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Mr Stephane Milaveau Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his hurdle account in 2m course maiden in May. Has bettered that form when placed twice under a penalty in recent months but others in this line-up look more progressive. TFRHHHII BHA117
(GB) (22) 023-01
6 11-10
Br B g Jack Hobbs - Double Storm Tom Cannon J
O Mrs Cheryl Burton Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B Mrs C R Burton Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in bumpers last spring. Had wind surgery after making a disappointing start to his hurdle career at Uttoxeter in November and totally different proposition at Doncaster 6 weeks later, winning by 10 lengths. There should be more to come. TFRHHHHI BHA-
Br B g Crillon (FR) - Firmini (FR)
O Neil Smith & Alfie Smith
6 11-10
Harry Cobden J
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Dr V. Bernard Stoffel & Mr Vincent Leroy Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Chepstow bumper winner on soft in April and returned from wind surgery to make a successful start to his hurdle career back at Chepstow (19.5f, good) in November. Can be expected to improve. TFRHHHHI BHA-
(IRE)(24) 24-12 BF 6 11-4
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Drop (FR)
O A D Spence & I Madueke
B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
Nico de Boinville J
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
TIMEFORM VIEW £60,000 after winning an Irish point. Made a promising start to his hurdle career for top new stable when second of 11 over 21f at Warwick (soft) last month. Leading claims with improvement likely. TFRHHHHH BHA-
ELYSIAN KNIGHT
(GB) (34) 3364 6 11-4
Br B g Champs Elysees - Hobb’s Dream (IRE)
Conor O’Farrell J
O Jane Nuala Cartwright Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Neil Mulholland Racing Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice in bumpers and ran to a fair level again when 11 lengths fourth on C&D hurdle debut 5 weeks ago. Open to progress. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Siberian Vixen (IRE)
Rex Dingle J
O Miss Jane Goddard Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Mrs Rita Kent Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on first of 2 starts in Irish points but remote fourth on C&D hurdle debut 3 weeks ago. More one for the longer term on that evidence. TFRHHIII BHA-
GAME
Br B m Shantou (USA) - Islandbane (IRE) Ben Jones J O Baker, Cartwright & Langford Ben Clarke, Corscombe T
B C. J. Foy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Had wind surgery after pulling up on debut and placed on all 3 starts since, on the latest going down by only a head in mares’ novice at Wincanton (21.5f, heavy) 31 days ago. Engaged 12.23 Wincanton Saturday. TFRHHHII BHA112
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: WALKS LIKE THE MAN (IRE) 6 11 4 Harry Cobden 10-3 (Anthony Charlton) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 As The Fella Says (IRE), 3-1 The Bluesman (FR), 7-2 Jax Junior (GB), 9-1 Game Colours (IRE), 14-1 Illegal d’Ainay (FR), 16-1 Kissman (FR), 18-1 Elysian Knight (GB), 50-1 Minella Kaiser (IRE)
Nicky Henderson’s AS THE FELLA SAYS was an encouraging second on last month’s Warwick hurdle debut and can make the most of the 7lb he receives from previous winners The Bluesman and Jax Junior.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AS THE FELLA SAYS (IRE) 2.THE BLUESMAN (FR) 3.JAX JUNIOR
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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.
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
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SUSSEX STAYERS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £29813, 2nd £14903, 3rd £7455, 4th £3728, 5th £1860, 6th £930. (Penalty Value £39022.50)
RACE 2.05 3m 217y THE
FOURTH
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): G & J Moore (44 wins from 296 runners, 15%) runs CLOUD DANCER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs KILBARRY HILL
Longest Traveller: DANS LE VENT trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 280 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 MONMIRAL (FR) (37) 4415-32
Br Bl g Saint des Saints (FR) - Achere (FR)
8 12-0
Harry Cobden J
O Sir A Ferguson G Mason J Hales & L Hales Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B S.A.R.L. Carion EMM Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW AdditionofblinkersreignitedhissparkashelandedPertempsFinalattheCheltenhamFestival(3m,soft)inMarch.Neededcomebackrunandmuchimproved with headgear back on when chasing home Strong Leader in a Grade 2 at Newbury (24.2f) 37 days ago. Leading contender back in a handicap. TFRHHHHH BHA145
2 TOMMIE BEAU (IRE) (29) 2123rP CD
Br B g Brian Boru - Bajan Girl (FR)
10 11-6
Micheal Nolan J
O Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Mr William Fox We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed3ofhis first4starts atCartmel thistermandfollowed upwithsomesolid efforts.Tookthewrong course whencontesting Cross Country at Cheltenham, pulling up, before failing to complete at Sandown (pulled-up, 28.7f, soft) 29 days ago. Has won over C&D. TFRHHHII BHA137 3 TRANSMISSION
(IRE)
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Ellie (IRE)
O Mr Paul McKeon
4
(22) 501-212 CD 8 11-2
Freddie Mitchell (5) J
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Ms Johanna Dunne Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Didwellinstayinghandicaphurdles,winningthisracelastyear(2-2overC&D)thankstoaremarkablesitfromjockey.Progressingnicelyoverfences(second at Cheltenham last month) but connections understandably tempted by decent pot here and is very much respected on his return to hurdles. TFRHHHHI BHA133
DANS LE VENT (FR)
(9) P3U/-463
Br B g Skins Game - Boreade (FR)
O R J Gambarini Racing
12 10-8
Isabel Williams (3) J
Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B C. Laval, J. Laval & A. Larrieu Office Visions (Wales) Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising comeback this term before below-par run at Haydock in November. Much better when third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Chepstow (23.6f, good to soft, 16/1) 9 days ago, relishing the step up in trip. Up 2lb for that effort but still 12lb below his last winning mark, albeit he is a veteran now. TFRHHHII BHA125
CRAVEN BAY (IRE)
(33) 611213
Br B g Fame And Glory - Cove (IRE)
9 10-5
Kevin Brogan J
O Mr Graham Henderson Toby Lawes, Beare Green T
B P. Connell Diasma Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Very much on the up for his new yard, 3 wins in his last 5 and good effort again on latest start, chasing home progressive horse of Dan Skelton when third of 8 at Southwell (24.3f, soft) 33 days ago. Stuck to his task well that day but this looks a tougher race and he’ll need a career-best here. TFRHHHII BHA122
UP FOR PAROL (IRE)
(29) 20323-2
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Clarification (IRE)
9 10-4
Gavin Sheehan J
O Duck Jordan Wright Dellar Doel Woodward Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Mrs Deborah Hobson BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW FourteenrunssincelastwinbutdecentthirdatChepstow(23.6f,good)onfinaloutinglastterm.Encouragingreturnfrom8-monthsoffwhensecondof9 (clear of third) in a handicap at Sandown (23.4f, heavy) 29 days ago, not given hard time once chance had gone. Entitled to build on that run. TFRHHHII BHA121
CLOUD DANCER (IRE)
(22) 320-241
6 10-3
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Donna Graciosa (GER) Caoilin Quinn J
O The Keysoe Partnership Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped encouragingly after 5 months off when second at Fontwell (17.7f, good) in September, Disappointed at Warwick in November but left that behind when stepped up in trip (24.4f) at Doncaster 22 days ago, keeping on well to score. Not many miles on the
Br B g Spider Flight (FR) - That’s Nellie (FR)
6 10-2
Miss Lucy Turner (5) J
O David & Carol Shaw Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B Jean-Michel Tessier, Mme Pernille Tessie Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful recruit from France but laboured effort at Bangor on British debut, but back on track on second start when fourth at Doncaster (16.5f). Flattered by second at Hereford (19.7f) last month but did rally late on, so tries staying trip today. Bit to
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KILBARRY HILL (GB) (26) 332-111
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Caitys Joy (GER)
7 10-2
Lewis Stones (3) J
O Mrs Samantha Dunn Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T B Yorton Farm Stud & A R Bromley Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins in November, got off the mark in 6-runner novice hurdle at Hereford (19.7f) before claiming a walk over. Another step forward when scoring on handicap debut at Uttoxeter (23.3f, soft) headed and rallied to lead late on. 1lb out of handicap but lightly-raced sort represents red-hot stable. TFRHHHII
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2024: TRANSMISSION (IRE) 7 10 2 Joe Anderson 9-2 (Neil Mulholland) 8 ran
Visor worn first time by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Monmiral (FR), 9-2 Transmission (IRE), 5-1 Cloud Dancer (IRE), 15-2 Kilbarry Hill (GB), 12-1 Dans Le Vent (FR), Up For Parol (IRE), 14-1 Craven Bay (IRE), 16-1 Lemoncello (FR), 20-1 Tommie Beau (IRE)
A winner at last year’s Cheltenham Festival and second in a Grade 2 already this season, MONMIRAL could have too much class for these back in handicap company. With rain forecast the conditions are likely to be testing and he’s shown he can cope with plenty of juice in the ground, as has Transmission who landed this race when it was soft underfoot last year. Cloud Dancer is unexposed over staying trips and he can get in the money.
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Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (57 wins from 242 runners, 24%) runs UNANSWERED PRAYERS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs BROKEN HALO
Longest Traveller: JERRASH trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 290 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Kayf Tara - Miss Invincible
Harry Cobden J O Giraffa Racing - BH Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T B Aiden Murphy Run To Global Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who bagged 3 1/2m handicap at Taunton in March. Pulled up on back of breathing surgery at Sandown (3m4f) on his recent return. Can take a step forward now.
UNANSWERED
Br B g Ocovango - Fitanga Speed (IRE)
Freddie Gordon (3) J O The Morestead Pres Partnership Chris Gordon, Winchester T B Kevin Talbot Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Fontwell in November and backed it up with a solid third of 10 in handicap chase at Sandown (28.7f, soft) 29 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA130
Br B g Kayf Tara - Sudden Light (IRE)
8 11-9
Charlie Todd J
O Mr P. Bowen Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B M&R Refurbishments Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner around 2m4f in the summer and has continued in good nick over much longer trips, fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Newcastle (29.9f, good) 36 days ago. Can make his presence felt once more. TFRHHHII BHA127
DOM OF MARY (FR) (43) 46130-P CD 9 11-7
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR) Caoilin Quinn J
O Mr P. J. Cave David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T
B Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked rusty after 8 months off/wind op when pulled up in handicap chase at Ascot (29.4f, good to soft) 43 days ago. Took this impressively 12 months ago so no surprise to see him bounce back with cheekpieces refitted. TFRHHHHI BHA125
EAST
STREET (IRE) (15) 6-P111P 9 11-5
Br B g Mores Wells - Serpentine Mine (IRE)
Mr Alex Chadwick (5) J
O Kevin Boothby and John Lynk James Owen, Newmarket T
B Denis Cummins
TIMEFORM VIEW Visored and in fine form for current yard when winning handicap chases at Wetherby/Leicester and Haydock handicap hurdle this winter. Pulled up back at Haydock last time but he ‘s the sort to bounce back with headgear changed. TFRHHHII BHA123
ANIMAL (IRE)
(258) 213250- 9 10-11
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Fantine (IRE)
O James Rimmer & Chris Ames
Gavin Sheehan J
Suzy Smith, Littlehampton T
B Ms Ciara Browne Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Sandown last December but ended last season below par, seventh of 9 in handicap chase at Ffos Las (25.3f) final run. Has gone well fresh though so possibilities on seasonal return. TFRHHHII BHA115
Br B g Champs Elysees - Final Episode (IRE)
O Mrs Janet Davies
Adam Wedge J
Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Sean Collins & John Fitzpatrick Prysg Cyf S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer/hurdler who has improved with each of his three runs in this sphere, staying-on second of 5 in 3m Windsor handicap chase 21 days ago. Interesting now his stamina is drawn out more. TFRHHHHH BHA113
(FR) (14) 146-64P C D 9 10-4
Br B m Balko (FR) - Une Dame d’Or (FR)
Philip Armson (3) J
O Doyoufollow Partnership Andy Irvine, East Grinstead T
B S.C.E.A. Elevage de Clermont Funnel Fuel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but pulled up in handicap chase at Fakenham (29.1f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHIII BHA108
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: DOM OF MARY (FR) 8 10 11 Caoilin Quinn 9-2 (David Bridgwater) 11 ran Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note: GOLD CLERMONT: Following its run on 22/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Unanswered Prayers (IRE), 9-2 East Street (IRE), Minella Blueway (IRE), 11-2 Jerrash (GB), 10-1 Broken Halo (GB), 11-1 Dom of Mary (FR), 12-1 Animal (IRE), 16-1 Gold Clermont (FR)
Evan Williams’ progressive MINELLA BLUEWAY is the least exposed chaser in the field and gets the vote with this first try beyond 3m likely to yield further improvement. Last year’s stylish victor Dom of Mary looks primed for another bold showing and is next on the list, although Animal, Unanswered Prayers, Broken Halo and East Street are all worthy of consideration too in a competitive Sussex National.
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16500
Owners Prize Money. 1st £6664, 2nd £3331, 3rd £1667, 4th £833, 5th £416. (Penalty Value £8713.65) Weights lowered 7lb
SIXTH RACE 3.15
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (57 wins from 242 runners, 24%) runs ALTO ALTO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Pauling (7 wins from 35 runners, 20%) runs SUN JOY Longest Traveller: SUN JOY trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 170 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 ALTO ALTO (FR) (21) 120-650 C 8 11-8
Br Ch g Falco (USA) - Beautyful (IRE)
Freddie Gordon (3) J
O Mrs C. New Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B Mr Manuel Martinez & Mr Luciano Urano Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner here but hasn’t returned in form and others are more appealing. Change of headgear. TFRHHIII BHA111
2 THEONLYWAYISWESSEX (FR)(34) 314321 CD 7 11-7
Br B or Br g Maxios - Terra Fina
O Marsh, Kelly, Meacham, Davies & Mordaunt
Tom Cannon J
Alan King, Barbury Castle T B Bloodstock Agency Ltd Goodwin Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in good style over C&D 5 weeks ago but 10lb rise looks a slight overreaction. TFRHHHII BHA110 3 I SHUT THAT D’OR (FR) (20) P00121 CD 7 11-3
Br B g Barastraight - Anicka d’Or (FR)
O Mr Derrick Mayes
Brendan Powell J
Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mr Mathieu Lalanne & Mr Gilles Chaignon Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW No denying he’s been rejuvenated since being switched to front-running tactics, winning twice over C&D in recent months. Likely to make another bold bid. TFRHHHHH BHA106
JOY (FR) (61) 61P-P52 6 11-3
Br Ch g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Joyeuse Marche Ben Jones J
O The Salmon Spray Partnership
5
Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Henri-Alex Pantall & Yvette Pantall Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account over hurdles at Huntingdon a year ago. Well held next 3 starts but much better for chase debut when second to a subsequent winner at Sedgefield and he’s a player. TFRHHHHI BHA106
DIPLOMATIC ASH (IRE) (20) 20P-U43 BF 6 11-2
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Carrigeen Lechuga (IRE)
O Past The Post Racing
B Mrs R. H. Lalor
Freddie Mitchell (5) J
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair maiden hurdler who has shown similar form over fences, though he hung left when third of 5 in handicap chase at Plumpton (19.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Headgear now applied. TFRHHHII BHA105
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
2024: GODOT (IRE) 7 11 10 Stan Sheppard 5-1 (Andy Irvine) 10 ran Visor worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 I Shut That d’Or (FR), 11-4 Theonlywayiswessex (FR), 7-2 Sun Joy (FR), 5-1 Diplomatic Ash (IRE), 18-1 Alto Alto (FR)
I SHUT THAT D’OR has won 2 of his last 3 starts (both over C&D) since switched to front-running tactics and he’s sure to make another bold bid. Sun Joy left his chase bow behind when second at Sedgefield and is next best.
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Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): C Gordon (57 wins from 242 runners, 24%) runs GOODWIN FACE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs SCHMILSSON Weightwatcher: INFERNO SACREE won off a handicap mark of 112, his rating is now down 6lb to 106. Longest Traveller: INFERNO SACREE trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 180 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
2
SCHMILSSON (GB) (29) 123-134 D BF 6 12-1
Br B g Muhaarar - Zee Zee Top Beau Morgan (5) J
O Both Sides Of The Sea Syndicate Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Meon Valley Stud Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW FairlyusefulperformeronFlatandhedoubledhishurdlestallyafter7monthsoffinhandicapatWetherbyinOctober.Hadn’tquitereachedthoseheights on starts since but still in good heart, possibly not quite seeing out his race in soft conditions (fourth of 8) 29 days ago. Stable are flying. TFRHHHII BHA116
BUCEPHALUS
(GER) (9) 012-2F2 D 8 12-1
Br B g Soldier Hollow - Batya (IRE)
Harriet Tucker (7) J
O Mr C. E. Handford Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Gestut Am Schlossgarten Fitzdares Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Usually races prominently and positive tactics saw him come good in this sphere when taking a 2m Newbury handicap in March. Latest second of 14 (under today’s conditional jockey) in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow (16f, good to soft) puts him bang in the mix here. TFRHHHHI BHA116
3 AGGAGIO (FR) (27) 1/2F-065 D
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ravage
4
7 11-8
Caoilin Quinn J
O Aura Racing Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Michel Sardou
TIMEFORM VIEW LandeddecentpotoverhurdlesatHaydockinMarch2023,butrunsinthisspheresincehavebeenwellbelowthat.However,thereweresignsofpromise on his latest run (fifth of 8 at Lingfield 19.5f, soft) when not given hard time. On a handy mark now and market should reveal what’s expected. TFRHHHHH BHA109
INFERNO SACREE (FR)
(34) 30-0623 CD 7 11-5
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 C&D winner generally makes the running. Enjoyed a fruitful spell landing 5 wins from 6 starts in first half of 2023. Largely struggled since but steps in the right direction on last two outings here, possibly not suited by extra distance when third of 11 here 34 days ago Player back down in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA106 5
SNAPIUS
(IRE) (18) PP-0621 D
Br B g Buratino (IRE) - Snap Alam (IRE)
6 11-5
Mr Alex Chadwick (5) J
O Mr Alan Herbert James Owen, Newmarket T
B J.P. Farrell
The Injured Jockeys Fund S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish hurdles/Flat winner whohasbeenrightbackontrackonlasttwostartsforhiscurrentyard.Secondof9atLeicester(15.5f,heavy)beforelanding a 7-runner handicap hurdle at Lingfield (16f, good to soft) 18 days ago, despite being weak in market. Not ruled out for excellent trainer. TFRHHHHI BHA106 6
MOAB
(IRE) (19) 4043
Br B g Camelot - Martini Glass (USA)
5 11-3
Brendan Powell J
O The MOAB Syndicate Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T
B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
7
Henrietta Knight S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair maiden on the Flat who showed more when fourth on qualifying run in 8-runner novice hurdle at Sandown (2m). Took another step forward on handicap bow, third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft), hung left briefly. Lightly-raced in this sphere and could be more to come. TFRHHHII BHA104
GOODWIN FACE (FR) (15) F-520
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Rose Bombon (FR)
O Goodwin Racing Ltd
5 10-8
Rex Dingle J
Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B David & Helene Delajarraud Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bestefforttodateoverhurdleswhenrunner-upoverC&DinOctober,stilldisplayedsignsofgreenness.DisappointingonhandicapdebutatHereford (seventh of 15, 16.2f) 15 days ago. Didn’t look the most straightforward of rides, but we know he goes well here, as does his trainer. TFRHHHII BHA95
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2024: ALTO ALTO (FR) 7 11 8 Rex Dingle 28-1 (Chris Gordon) 10 ran Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Stewards Note:
GOODWIN FACE: Following its run on 21/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Snapius (IRE), 4-1 Bucephalus (GER), 11-2 Schmilsson (GB), 7-1 Moab (IRE), Goodwin Face (FR), 8-1 Aggagio (FR), Inferno Sacree (FR)
A competitive 7-runner handicap. AGGAGIO could be the answer to this puzzle, having shaped better than his finishing position last time, so he’s on a winnable mark if back on-song. Any market support for the selection would be significant. Recent runner-up Bucephalus and C&D winner Inferno Sacree both like to front run, and they can fill the placings and give Aggagio a nice lead into the race.
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