bet365 Charlie Hall Meeting - Wetherby - Saturday 31st October 2020 by Weatherbys

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THE bet365 CHARLIE HALL MEETING â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DAY TWO SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER 2020

WELCOME TO WETHERBY RACECOURSE! It is with mixed feelings but also one of great relief that I am able to ‘welcome’ everyone to a new racing season at Wetherby Racecourse, on behalf of the Board of Directors and our Management team. We are having to manage and operate our racecourse under the unprecedented and challenging circumstances caused by the Covid-19 pandemic but we are not permitted to welcome our race goers back, in person, which is a great sadness to us all. All British racecourses are currently running with two totally separate zones. One is for owners (and their guests) with a runner on the day and the other confined to our racecourse staff, the BHA officials and the trainers and all their staff. We started our new 2020/2021 season at Wetherby on Wednesday 14th October with a really good programme and as well as hosting some superb contests yesterday, we have the exciting prospect of some excellent racing today including the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase and the bet365 (West Yorkshire) Hurdle. We are deeply indebted to bet365 for continuing to support racing at Wetherby with their sponsorship of this race meeting, as indeed we are to all the sponsors who are continuing to support Wetherby Racecourse. Looking ahead, we have five more race days up to the end of 2020, including Boxing Day and 27th December, with a further eight days of Jumping and one day of Flat racing during the first four months of 2021; the BHA has yet to confirm the racing fixtures from 1st May onwards. Normally, this ‘welcome’ message would appear in the race card on our opening day but race cards as we have known them have, so far, been replaced with a single sheet of paper listing all the runners in each race. For this race meeting, however, we are delighted to offer our supporters a digital version of the normal race card which we hope will enhance your enjoyment of racing at Wetherby. Finally, to all our Sponsors, to the Owners and Trainers who bring their horses, the Jockeys who ride them and to YOU, our loyal public, I would like to say a really big “thank you” on behalf Wetherby Racecourse and wish you all an enjoyable and successful season. KEEP SAFE! John Sanderson Chairman Wetherby Steeplechase Committee Limited

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3RD RACE 1.35 The bet365 Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) (Challenger Middle Distance Series Qualiﬁer)

4TH RACE 2.10 The bet365 Mares’ Hurdle Race (Class 1) (Listed Race)

5TH RACE 2.45 The bet365 Hurdle Race (Class 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as the West Yorkshire Hurdle)

6TH RACE 3.20 The bet365 Charlie Hall Steeple Chase (Class 1) (Grade 2) (GBB Race)

7TH RACE 3.55 The bet365 Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)

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2ND RACE 1.00 The bet365 Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)

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1ST RACE 14 12.25 The Price Promise At bet365 Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Northern Lights Staying Chase Series Qualiﬁer)

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Weight Carried Form

BALLYOPTIC (IRE) (21) 2/F6PF-1 CD

B g Old Vic - Lambourne Lace (IRE) Owner: Mills & Mason Partnership Breeder: Roger Ryan

Age

11-0

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who looked better than ever when making a successful return at Chepstow last month, making all and jumping better than is often the case. Yard have a great record in this. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 157

Colour of Horse

Form Comments

Jockey

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are deﬁned below: HHHHH Selected to win the race. HHHHI Good chance of being placed. HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims. HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance. Official BHA Rating The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). Form Guide The figures in red display the horse’s previous form, with the number denoting finishing position. The number on the right shows the runners most recent result, with abbreviations used also. A layoff from racing is shown with either - or /. CD - Course and distance winner; BF - Beaten favourite; F - Fell; B - Brought down; P - Pulled up; R - Refused; S - Slipped up; U - Unseated rider; R - Ran out. The form guide is provided to help you pick which horse will carry your money in the race. Read the Timeform comment carefully and try to weigh up the horse’s previous runs against the conditions of the race. FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Race Stats are also provided above the race and provide vital information about which trainers are in-form and which horses have made the longest journey to the racecourse today. After you’ve studied the form and made your selection, make sure you get a good position down by the winning post to watch your selection come home in front.

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UNDERSTANDING THE LANGUAGE OF RACING

Do not be put off by the STRANGE TERMS you may hear on the racetrack. Like any traveller in a strange country, the NOVICE RACEGOER will soon PICK UP a smattering of the LANGUAGE, and then rapidly become ﬂuent. The following might help those RACEGOERS keen to enhance their LANGUAGE SKILLS.

ACCUMULATOR bet involving two or more selections in different races: winnings from one are placed on the next ALLOWANCE is the weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience ALL WEATHER RACING Flat racing which takes place on an artiﬁcial surface AMATEUR (rider) on racecards, their names are preﬁxed by Mr, Mrs, Captain, etc., to indicate their amateur status APPRENTICE / CONDITIONAL young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while he or she is learning the business of race-riding - they can claim an Allowance depending on how many races that they have won BACKWARD used of a horse which needs time to mature CLAIMER of a race: a claiming race; of a jockey: an apprentice/conditional COLT male, ungelded horse up to four- years-old COURSE SPECIALIST horse which tends to run well at a particular track DAM mother of a horse DISTANCE the length of a race: 5 furlongs is the minimum and the 4 miles, 2 1/2 furlongs of the Grand National the longest. Also, the margin by which a horse wins or is beaten by the horse in front: this ranges from a short head to ‘by a distance’ (more than 30 lengths); a ‘length’ is measured from the horse’s nose to the start of its tail DISTANCE an unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post (thus ‘below the distance’ means closer home than that point) DRAW for Flat racing only, describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls,

drawn randomly the day before EVENS or EVEN MONEY when your stake exactly equals your winnings thus £5 at evens wins a further £5 FILLY female horse up to four-years-old FOAL horse of either sex from the time of its birth until 1 January the following year FURLONG 220 yards (one eighth of a mile) GELDING castrated horse GOING the description of conditions underfoot on the racecourse. Official Jockey Club going reports progress as follows: Heavy - soft - good to soft good - good to firm - firm - hard GREEN (of a horse) inexperienced HAND unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured, at the shoulder JOLLY betting parlance for the favourite in a race - the horse with the shortest odds JUDGE official responsible for declaring the finishing order of a race and the distances between the runners JUVENILE two-year-old horse MAIDEN horse which has not won a race MARE female horse five years and over MONKEY betting parlance for £500 ODDS ON odds where the winnings are less than the stake (which is of course returned to you): thus a winning £2 bet at 2-1 on wins you £1 OFF THE BIT/OFF THE BRIDLE describes a horse being pushed along by his jockey, losing contact with the bit in his mouth ON THE BIT/ON THE BRIDLE describes a horse going well within himself, still having a grip on the bit

OVER THE TOP where a horse is said to have gone if he has passed his peak for the season PACE ‘up with the pace’ means close to the leaders; ‘off the pace’ means some way behind the leaders PADDOCK area of the racecourse incorporating the pre-parade ring, parade ring and winner’s enclosure PATTERN the elite races, divided in Flat racing into Groups One, Two, Three and Listed. PENALTY weight added to the allotted handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were originally published PHOTO FINISH electronic photographic device which determines minimal distances in a close ﬁnish PLATE shoe worn by horse for racing PONY betting parlance for £25 RULE 4 betting rule covering deductions made from winning bets if a horse is withdrawn after the betting market has been formed but before the ‘Under Starter’s Orders’ signal; the amount deducted depends on the price of the withdrawn horse RUN FREE describes a horse going too fast, usually early in the race, to allow it to settle SCOPE the potential for physical development in a horse SIRE father of a horse SPREAD A PLATE when a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from an animal’s hoof, this sometimes causes a delay while the horse is re-shod SPRINGER/STEAMER a horse which shortens dramatically in the betting SP/STARTING PRICE the official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops STEWARDS the panel of men and women - usually a total of four - who are responsible for seeing that the Rules of Racing are adhered to STEWARDS’ ENQUIRY enquiry by the stewards into the running of a race TIC-TAC the bookmaker’s method

of relaying odds information on the racecourse, by means of hand signals WEIGH IN/WEIGH OUT weighing of jockey before and after a race to ensure that the correct weight has been carried; the announcement ‘weighed in’ signals that the result is official, and all bets can be settled YANKEE combination bet involving four selections in different races: six doubles, four trebles and one four-horse accumulator - eleven bets YEARLING horse of either sex from 1st January to 31st December of the year following its birth.

How to place a bet with a racecourse bookmaker: 1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager. 2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, state the racecard number of your chosen horse. Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet. 3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings. 4. In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting. • Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win • 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2 • 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2 • 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3 • Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3 • Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4 • Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4 5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights. 6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes.e.g. £1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.

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ASCOT

Race 2 12.47

Race 1 12.15

2m 3f 58y

1 Electron Bleu (FR) Tim Vaughan Form: 622-,

12-2

Charlie Price (3) TFR: HHHII

2 Ask Henry (IRE)

11-12

Graeme McPherson Max Kendrick (3) Form: 324, TFR: HHIII

3 Pianissimo (GB)

11-11

Anthony Carson Graham Carson (7) Form: 43, TFR: HHHII

4 Sometimes Always (IRE)11-10 Ian Williams Form: 544-,

Jack Tudor TFR: HHHHI

5 Xcitations (GB)

11-9

Pam Sly Form: 30-2,

Paul O’Brien TFR: HHHHI

6 Le Grand Fromage (GB) 11-9 Tom Lacey Form: 40-3,

Jason Dixon (6) TFR: HHHII

7 No No Maestro (IRE) Fergal O’Brien Form: 460-,

8 College Oak (GB) Jamie Snowden Form: 4-15,

9 Calvinist (GB) Kevin Frost Form: 301,

11-7

Page Fuller (3) TFR: HHHII

11-5 Non Runner TFR: IIIII

10 Northern Poet (IRE) Nick Gifford Form: 43-3,

11-8

Connor Brace (3) TFR: HHHHH

11-2

Tabitha Worsley TFR: HHHHI

11 Towards The Dawn (GB)10-13 Ben Pauling Form: 3/PF-,

Luca Morgan (6) TFR: HHIII

2m 3f 58y

1 Known (IRE)

11-12

Nicky Henderson Alfie Jordan (10) Form: 453-, TFR: HHHHI

2 Straw Fan Jack (GB) Sheila Lewis Form: P-F1,

3 Riggs (IRE) Dan Skelton Form: 642-,

11-11

Sean Houlihan TFR: HHHHI

11-9 William Marshall (8) TFR: HHHHH

4 Scene Not Herd (IRE)

11-9

5 Celtic Joy (IRE)

11-8

Charlie Longsdon Tom Buckley (6) Form: 3-41, TFR: HHHII Emma Lavelle Form: 26-0,

Lee Cosgrove (10) TFR: HHIII

6 Sir Canford (IRE)

11-8

Ali Stronge Form: 24-3,

7 Fifty Ball (FR) Gary Moore Form: 1-32,

Jack Tudor TFR: HHIII

11-6 Niall Houlihan (6) TFR: HHHHI

8 Fazayte (FR)

11-5

Tom Symonds Form: 434-,

James Nixon TFR: HHHII

9 Duhallow Lad (IRE) Alan Jones Form: 415-,

11-2

Connor Brace TFR: HHIII

10 Silver Nickel (IRE)

11-0

11 Whoopsey (GB)

10-8

Seamus Mullins Form: 003-, Henry Daly Form: 5-04,

Daniel Sansom TFR: HHHII

Ben Godfrey (3) TFR: HHHII

Race 3 1.20

2m 2f 175y

1 Dr Sanderson (IRE)

11-8

2 Falco Blitz (IRE)

11-1

3 Smarty Wild (GB)

11-1

Paul Nicholls Form: 25-1,

Aidan Coleman TFR: HHHHH

Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville Form: 415-, TFR: HHHHI Philip Hobbs Form: 446-,

Richard Johnson TFR: HHHII

4 Trincomalee (GB) Lucy Wadham Form: 14-3,

10-10 Bryony Frost TFR: HHHII

5 Dorking Boy (GB)

10-9

6 Sully Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oc AA (FR)

10-8

7 Copper Coin (GB)

10-7

8 Republican (GB)

10-6

Tom Lacey Form: 40-2,

Stan Sheppard TFR: HHHII

Anthony Honeyball Form: 256-,

Richie McLernon TFR: HHHII

Michael Scudamore Tom Scudamore Form: 40-3, TFR: HHHII Oliver Sherwood Form: 126-,

Tom Cannon TFR: HHHII

9 Editeur du Gite (FR) Gary Moore Form: 1/P6-,

10 Subcontinent (IRE) Venetia Williams Form: 414-,

2m 167y

1 Capeland (FR)

11-12

Paul Nicholls Form: 450-,

Bryony Frost TFR: HHHHI

2 Caid du Lin (FR) Dr Richard Newland Form: 15U-,

Dan Skelton Form: 350,

10-3

Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHHII

Race 4 1.55

3 Azzuri (GB)

10-3

Joshua Moore TFR: HHHII

11-8

Charlie Hammond (3) TFR: HHHII

10-10 William Marshall (7) TFR: HHIII

4 Amoola Gold (GER)

10-8

5 Ibleo (FR)

10-8

Dan Skelton Form: 25-1,

Venetia Williams Form: 112-,

Bridget Andrews TFR: HHHHI Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHHHH

6 Molineaux (IRE) Colin Tizzard Form: 142-,

7 Flaminger (FR) Gary Moore Form: 34-1,

8 Little Light (FR) Lucy Wadham Form: 31-3,

10-5

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHII

10-0 Joshua Moore TFR: HHHII

10-0 Jack Tudor (5) TFR: HHHII

Race 5 2.32

1m 7f 152y

1 Fearless (IRE) Olly Murphy Form: U1-2,

11-4 Aidan Coleman TFR: HHHII

2 Addis Ababa (IRE)

10-12

3 Annual Invictus (IRE)

10-12

4 Aronius (GER)

10-12

Johnny Farrelly Form: 3-,

Mitchell Bastyan (5) TFR: HHHHI

Chris Gordon Form: 125-,

Dan Skelton Form:

Richard Johnson TFR: HHHII Bridget Andrews TFR: HHIII

5 Captain Morgs (IRE)

10-12

6 Frero Banbou (FR)

10-12

Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville Form: 2, TFR: HHHHH Venetia Williams Form: 011/-,

Charlie Deutsch TFR: HHHII

7 Grisbi de Berce (FR)

10-12

8 Protected Guest (GB)

10-12

9 Sopran Thor (FR)

10-12

Alan King Form: 0-,

Tom Cannon TFR: HHIII

George Margarson Form: Gary Moore Form: 63-,

Tom Queally TFR: HHIII

Joshua Moore TFR: HIIII

10 Striking A Pose (IRE) Colin Tizzard Form: 1-3,

10-12

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHII

Race 6 3.05 1 Teqany (IRE) Fergal O’Brien Form: 114,

1m 7f 152y 11-12 Connor Brace (3) TFR: HHIII

2 Sebastopol (IRE) Tom Lacey Form: 141-,

11-10

Richard Johnson TFR: HHHII

3 Dear Sire (FR)

11-10

Donald McCain Form: 321,

Theo Gillard (7) TFR: HHIII

4 Caius Marcius (IRE)

11-9

Nicky Richards Danny McMenamin (3) Form: 322, TFR: HHHII

5 Scaramanga (IRE)

11-9

6 Hang In There (IRE)

11-7

Paul Nicholls Form: 100-,

Bryan Carver (5) TFR: HHIII

Emma Lavelle Form: 5F-6,

Nick Scholfield TFR: HHIII

7 Malaya (FR)

11-6

Paul Nicholls Form: 602-,

Bryony Frost TFR: HHHII

8 Kid Commando (GB) Anthony Honeyball Form: 513-,

11-4

Aidan Coleman TFR: HHHHI

9 Countister (FR)

11-3

Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville Form: 0/00-, TFR: HHHHH

10 Byron Flyer (GB) Ian Williams Form: 11-4,

11-0

William Kennedy TFR: HHIII

Race 7 3.40

2m 7f 180y

1 Black Corton (FR) Paul Nicholls Form: 242-,

11-12 Bryony Frost TFR: HHHII

2 Might Bite (IRE)

11-3

Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville Form: P30-, TFR: HHIII

3 Mister Malarky (GB) Colin Tizzard Form: P1P-,

4 Walk In The Mill (FR) Robert Walford Form: P12-,

11-2

Tom Scudamore TFR: HHHII

11-1

James Best TFR: HHIII

5 Commanche Red (IRE) 11-1 Chris Gordon Form: 313-,

6 Valtor (FR)

Nicky Henderson Form: 532-,

7 Blaklion (GB) Dan Skelton Form: 005/-,

Tom Cannon TFR: HHHHH

11-1 Aidan Coleman TFR: HHHHI

11-0 Bridget Andrews TFR: HHIII

8 Regal Encore (IRE)

10-10

9 Adrien du Pont (FR)

10-9

Anthony Honeyball Form: P13-, Paul Nicholls Form: P46-,

Richie McLernon TFR: HHHII

Bryan Carver (5) TFR: HHIII

10 Flying Angel (IRE) Nigel Twiston-Davies Form: 460-,

10-7 Tom Bellamy TFR: HHIII

11 Militarian (GB) Andrew Martin Form: 450-,

10-4

Shane Quinlan (5) TFR: HHIII

12 Townshend (GER)

10-4

13 Whatmore (GB)

10-3

Nigel Twiston-Davies Form: 1P-0, Henry Daly Form: 344-,

Jamie Neild (7) TFR: HHIII

Richard Johnson TFR: HHHII

14 Django Django (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Form: P14-,

10-2

Nick Scholfield TFR: HHIII

Race 8 4.17

1m 7f 152y

1 Arturus (IRE)

11-0

Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville Form: TFR: HHHHH

2 Italian Spirit (IRE)

11-0

3 Jersey (IRE)

11-0

Olly Murphy Form:

Aidan Coleman TFR: HHHHI

Dan Skelton Form:

Bridget Andrews TFR: HHHII

4 Marble Sands (FR)

11-0

5 Off The Planet (IRE)

11-0

6 Peace River (GB)

11-0

Graeme McPherson Form: 5, Philip Hobbs Form: 5-,

Lilly Pinchin (7) TFR: HHIII

Richard Johnson TFR: HHHHI

Alan King Form:

Tom Bellamy TFR: HHHII

7 San Giovanni (IRE)

11-0

8 Steady The Ship (IRE)

11-0

9 Wee Rupert (GB)

11-0

Emma Lavelle Form: Jonjo O’Neill Form:

Nick Gifford Form:

Nick Scholfield TFR: HHHHI

Richie McLernon TFR: HHHII James Davies TFR: HHHII

PAUL FERGUSON’S RACEDAY PREVIEW 10 horses go to post for a strong-looking renewal of today’s feature – the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase – with Cyrname the most fascinating of contenders. Following the victories of See More Business (twice) and, more recently, Silviniaco Conti, the eight-year-old will bid to provide Paul Nicholls with a fourth win in the race. Officially rated 176, he is clear in that respect, but he has to prove his effectiveness over the distance and on a left-handed track. His performance here will determine plans for the remainder of the season and he is certainly a favourite who will divide opinion. The past two winners of the race – Definitly Red and Ballyoptic – are back for more, with the latter representing Nigel Twiston-Davies, the most successful Charlie Hall trainer, with six wins to his name, spanning back to 1992 and Tipping Tim. Definitly Red, 2018

Ballyoptic, 2019

The lightly-raced Vinndication is another interesting contender, as he has won first time out in each of his three seasons, and he hails from the in-form stable of Kim Bailey. Warren Greatrex sends two horses from his Lambourn yard – Keeper Hill and La Bague Au Roi – whilst former Cheltenham Festival winner Mister Whitaker and Richard Hobson’s Saint Xavier also make the journey north. Aye Right, who shaped really well over an inadequate trip against a subsequent Old Roan winner last time, and Sam Spinner represent the north. The former hails from the Scottish base of Harriet Graham, whilst the latter – twice a winner at this track last year – is unbeaten in three starts over fences and represents Middleham-based trainer Jedd O’Keeffe. Elsewhere on the card, Stayers’ Hurdle winner Lisnagar Oscar has to concede weight to all eight of his rivals in the Grade 2 bet365 Hurdle, with Rebecca Curtis’ seven-year-old out to prove that his festival success was not a fluke. The opposition is headed by Next Destination, who makes his first start for Paul Nicholls having moved from Willie Mullins’ stable, and Roksana, who might give the market leader most to think about, in receipt of her 7lbs mares allowance. She has actually won just once during the past two seasons, but she is completely unexposed as a stayer (had just two starts at 3m) and Dan Skelton is another trainer who is in fine form at present. Verdana Blue sets a high bar in the Listed bet365 Mares’ Hurdle, whilst Brief Ambition sets the standard in the extended 2m3f novices’ hurdle, following an encouraging second on debut. The Fergal O’Brien team, who started the season in superb form, aren’t firing in the winners at the same regularity of late, but he will be hoping for a change of fortune with this six-year-old, who contested the Weatherbys Champion Bumper back in March. Finally, the card concludes with an ultra-competitive 20-runner handicap hurdle, in which Do Wanna Know makes his reappearance for Charlie Longsdon. Rather like Third Time Lucki yesterday, he features as one of my ‘Leading Prospects’ in this year’s Jumpers To Follow publication, which you can purchase in paper or digital versions here, so I am hoping for a bold showing under Robbie Dunne. Enjoy the action and best of luck! Paul.

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FIRST RACE 12.25

3m 45y

THE PRICE PROMISE AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Northern Lights Staying Chase Series Qualiﬁer)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8416

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3467; Second £1149; Third £575; Fourth £300; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4548.60)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): M Hammond (21 wins from 287 runners, 7%) runs GRANGE RANGER and SILVER TASSIE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (8 wins from 44 runners, 18%) runs STOCKBURN Weightwatcher: ABSOLUTELY DYLAN won off a handicap mark of 109, his rating is now down 9lb to 100. Longest Traveller: HEAR NO EVIL trained by N C Kelly, Ireland. RACE DESCRIPTION Our opening contest this afternoon is a three mile handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. In a handicap, the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.

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SILVER TASSIE (IRE) (283) 36333F- D

B g Shantou (USA) - Silver Castor (IRE) Owner: Mr R. M. Howard Breeder: C. J. Foy

age

st-lb

12-0

Jockey: Billy Garritty (5) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Effingham Steel Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who largely performed with credit in defeat last term, yet to be asked for his effort when falling at Catterick in January. Not discounted on return but losing run is off-putting. Star RatingHHHII BHA 122

CESAR ET ROSALIE (FR) (245) 1F35UP- D

Ch g Network (GER) - Regle de L’Art (FR) Owner: Mrs J. M. Abbott Breeder: Haras de Saint Voir & Mr P. Couderc

11-12

Jockey: Robert Dunne Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWBack to winning ways from 2lb lower mark at Uttoxeter (3m) in spring 2019 and creditable efforts on completed starts thereafter. Pulled up in Grimthorpe chase when last seen but no forlorn hope here. Star RatingHHHII BHA 120

CASH TO ASH (IRE) (277) 3/P2F1P-

11-11

B g Westerner - Knocklayde Rose (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Owner: Amigos, Morrell, Johnson, Evans & Cowan Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Mr Colm McHenry Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 7-y-o who shed maiden tag when landing 23.4f handicap chase at Newcastle in December. Unable Star RatingHHHHI BHA 119 to dominate when below par next time but returns to action with yard amongst the winners.

FINANCIAL OUTCOME (IRE) (23) 4133P-2 D BF

11-11

B g Financial Reward (IRE) - Catriona’s Mare (IRE) Jockey: Mr Peter Bryan (7) Owner: CCORZ Partners Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport Breeder: Mr Donal Goland Sponsor: William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at the fourth attempt in this sphere at Doncaster (26f) in January and he arrives here having ran well when runner-up on return at Ffos Las earlier this month. Claims on that evidence. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 119

AIR NAVIGATOR (GB) (240) 6/003P2-

B g Yeats (IRE) - Lox Lane (IRE) Owner: Lady Cobham Breeder: Lady Cobham

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Tom George, Slad Sponsor: HBA Media

11-10

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts a mixed record over larger obstacles but back on track to large extent when 13 lengths second at Wincanton (25f) in March. Gone well fresh previously and on a workable mark. Star RatingHHHII BHA 118

VICE ET VERTU (FR) (75) 5/310-2P D

B g Network (GER) - Duchesse du Cochet (FR) Owner: Neville Statham & Family Breeder: Mr R. Reveillere et al.

11-9

Jockey: Paddy Brennan Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow Sponsor: Advent Insurance Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Talented chaser when on-song, but he’s never been the most reliable of performers and has a point to prove following a tame effort at Uttoxeter in August. Star RatingHHHII BHA 117

TINTERN THEATRE (IRE) (17) 000/04/-0 D

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Rith Ar Aghaidh (IRE) Owner: Jimmy & Susie Wenman Breeder: K. Cotter

11-9

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Very lightly raced in recent years and, despite a career-low mark there was limited encouragement to glean from his return over shorter here 17 days ago. Cheekpieces now reached for. Star RatingHHHII BHA 117 14

HEAR NO EVIL (IRE) (18) 00-6036

B g Getaway (GER) - Listening (IRE) Owner: Mr Patrick Joseph McCartan Breeder: Mrs Mary McCann

11-7

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Noel C. Kelly, Northern Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdles winner for Dan Skelton who has been below that level in handful of chase tries for present stable this season. Others make greater appeal. Star RatingHHHII BHA 115

GRANGE RANGER (IRE) (249) 405/022-

B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Grangeclare Flight (IRE) Owner: Oakwood Rainbow Breeder: Brian Kiely

11-7

Jockey: Emma Smith-Chaston (7) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of promise over hurdles and comfortably bettered previous exploits under Rules when runner-up over Star RatingHHHII BHA 115 fences on yard debut at Catterick (25f) in February. More to come this term on that evidence.

10 CHASE THE WIND (IRE) (36) 2/3123-P CD Ch g Spadoun (FR) - Asfreeasthewind (IRE) Owner: Mr J. Nixon Breeder: Cyril O’Hara

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Joanne Foster, Ilkley Sponsor: Jo Foster Racing

11-4

11 STOCKBURN (IRE) (36) 2P234-0 D B g Scorpion (IRE) - Hayabusa Owner: Godfrey Keirle & Alan King Breeder: J.P. King & Leonard King

11-0

Jockey: A. P. Heskin Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a Bangor handicap chase from 3lb higher in spring 2019 but failed to apply himself fully thereafter and no upturn on return at Uttoxeter (3m) last month. Others preferred. Star RatingHHHII BHA 108

12 ABSOLUTELY DYLAN (IRE) (21) 5/5F4P-5 B g Scorpion (IRE) - Cash Customer (IRE) Owner: Mrs S. Smith Breeder: Michael Lee

Jockey: Sam Coltherd (3) Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

10-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner but below his best for some time, failing to make the frame in handful of starts last term. Likely his Hexham return 3 weeks ago was needed and handicapper continues to relent. Star RatingHHHII BHA 100 DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2019: LATE ROMANTIC (IRE) 9 12 0 Paddy Brennan 5-1 (Oliver Greenall) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5. Stewards Note: CASH TO ASH: Following its run on 28/1/2020 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Financial Outcome (IRE), 7-1 Air Navigator (GB), 8-1 Cash To Ash (IRE), Grange Ranger (IRE), 11-1 Cesar Et Rosalie (FR), Tintern Theatre (IRE), 12-1 Silver Tassie (IRE), 14-1 Vice Et Vertu (FR), 16-1 Hear No Evil (IRE), Stockburn (IRE), 18-1 Absolutely Dylan (IRE), 22-1 Chase The Wind (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

FINANCIAL OUTCOME ran well on the back of 7 months off when runner-up at Ffos Las earlier this month and, with his rider able to take off a valuable 7lb, he’s fancied to make a bold bid to go one place better with that under his belt. Cash To Ash remains relatively low-mileage as a chaser and is feared on return, along with Cesar Et Rosalie and Air Navigator.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FINANCIAL OUTCOME (IRE) 2.CASH TO ASH (IRE) 3.CESAR ET ROSALIE (FR)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

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ABBREVIATIONS BF—Beaten Favourite. B—Brought Down. C—Course Winner. D—Distance Winner. F—Fell. P—Pulled Up. R—Refused. S—Slipped Up. U—Unseated. d—Disqualiﬁed. r—Ran Out. 15

First Race

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who regained winning thread at Huntingdon (23.6f) 12 months ago and held form well thereafter in defeat. Likely his Uttoxeter return was needed in September and each-way possibilities. Star RatingHHHII BHA 112

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SECOND RACE 1.00

2m 3f 154y

THE bet365 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £8000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3962; Second £1313; Third £657; Fourth £328. (Penalty Value £5198.40)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): D Skelton (41 wins from 146 runners, 28%) runs ASHTOWN LAD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 53 runners, 21%) runs ASHTOWN LAD Longest Traveller: PENNYFORAPOUND trained by Miss R Curtis, Newport, 225 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October. This particular two mile and four furlong novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races.

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ASHTOWN LAD (IRE) (17) F3/210-2

B g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Blossom Trix (IRE) Owner: Darren & Annaley Yates Breeder: R. McCarthy

age

st-lb

10-12

Jockey: Harry Skelton Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Sponsor: Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire)

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, promising second of 10 in novice hurdle over C&D (good to soft) 17 days ago, running on well to draw clear of rest. Open to fair bit more improvement so holds leading claims for top yard. Star RatingHHHHH BHA -

BRIEF AMBITION (GB) (27) 1/1420-2

10-12

B g Yeats (IRE) - Kentucky Sky Jockey: Paddy Brennan Owner: C Coley, D Porter, H Redknapp, P Smith Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham Breeder: Mr T. Wood Sponsor: Dunraven Group of Companies TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who (7/4) made encouraging start over hurdles when second of 12 in Uttoxeter novice (15.8f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Step up in trip will suit so sure to go well again. Star RatingHHHHI BHA -

ISIDOR BONHEUR YES (FR) (17) 0

B g Sageburg (IRE) - Isarnixe (GER) Owner: Mr Sean Conway Breeder: Bertrand Lefevre & Ecurie Vaporetto

10-12

Jockey: Aaron Anderson (7) Trainer: Sean Conway, Leyburn Sponsor: Glenelly Infrastructure Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, ﬁrst run since leaving David O’Meara when eighth of 10 in novice hurdle at this C&D (good to soft) on NH debut 17 days ago. Tongue strap on now and should progress. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

KEARNEY HILL (IRE) (245) 2F/6311-

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Sunny Glen (IRE) Owner: Julie & Phil Martin Breeder: John J. Slattery

10-12

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 17f winner in bumpers, scoring at Doncaster (16.6f, heavy) when last seen out 8 months ago. Makes hurdles debut on return and much respected. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

MOON KING (FR) (27) 4

Br g Sea The Moon (GER) - Maraba (IRE) Owner: Merriebelle Irish Farm Limited Breeder: Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov

10-12

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winning stayer on Flat for Ralph Beckett. 5/2, encouraging debut fourth of 10 in novice hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Needs to step forward now to trouble the principals. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

ONCHAN (IRE) (255) 66-

B g Oscar (IRE) - Satellite Dancer (IRE) Owner: Mr Trevor Hemmings Breeder: Edmond Coleman

10-12

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, tenderly-handled sixth of 13 in novice at Doncaster (19.4f, soft) on hurdles bow 8 months ago. Should have more to offer on his return but this is no easy ask. Star RatingHHHII BHA -

PENNYFORAPOUND (IRE) (391) 1/1-

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Recession Lass (IRE) Owner: R & J Farnham, P Burns, S Gammond Breeder: Pat Elmore

10-12

Jockey: Adam Wedge Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport

TIMEFORM VIEW EUR25,000 3-y-o, £40,000 5-y-o, Winged Love gelding. Dam ran once in bumper. In good hands so debutant is not without interest and market can guide. Star RatingHHHII BHA 18

WHO’S THE GUV’NOR (IRE) (306) 66/0-

B g Gold Well - Clamit Brook (IRE) Owner: Mr & Mrs I P Earnshaw Breeder: Noel Collins

10-12

Jockey: Joe Colliver Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: IPE Developments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Not seen out since last of 10 in bumper (20/1) at Haydock (15.6f, soft) 10 months ago. Goes hurdling now with tongue strap on and plenty to prove. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

CONVIVIAL (GB) (9) 6/060-0

B m Mount Nelson - Vino Owner: Grange Park Racing XV1 Breeder: Copgrove Hall Stud Hammond Racing

10-5

Jockey: Miss Becky Smith (3) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Grange Park Racing, Micky

TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden on Flat who offered little when ninth of 12 in novice (125/1) at Carlisle (20f, soft) on hurdles bow 9 days ago. Very hard to make a case for. Star RatingHHIII BHA -

10 ROBINCOLLETTE (IRE) (9) 2-06

10-5

Br m Robin des Champs (FR) - Western Cowgirl (IRE) Jockey: Thomas Dowson Owner: The Yorkshire Puddings Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Breeder: William Kelly Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW 200/1, much better effort over hurdles when never-dangerous sixth of 11 in novice at Carlisle (20f, soft) 9 days ago. Sort to do better in longer term. Star RatingHHIII BHA DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2019: PROSCHEMA (IRE) 4 11 0 Harry Skelton 5-2 (Dan Skelton) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 3, 8. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Ashtown Lad (IRE), Brief Ambition (GB), 13-2 Moon King (FR), 15-2 Pennyforapound (IRE), 14-1 Kearney Hill (IRE), 22-1 Onchan (IRE), 100-1 Isidor Bonheur Yes (FR), Who’s The Guv’nor (IRE), Robincollette (IRE), 150-1 Convivial (GB)

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ASHTOWN LAD (IRE) 2.BRIEF AMBITION 3.MOON KING (FR)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

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Second Race

PLAY SMARTER

ASHTOWN LAD shaped with plenty of promise when just edged out over C&D earlier in the month so is hard to side against here with a fair bit of improvement in the pipelines. Brief Ambition also has better days ahead of him so should ensure Dan Skelton’s 6-y-o doesn’t have things all his own way though and useful Flat stayer Moon King is another to consider if building on his debut fourth at Kelso.

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THIRD RACE 1.35

2m 3f 85y

THE bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Middle Distance Chase Series Qualiﬁer) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12400

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5448; Second £1805; Third £903; Fourth £451; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £7147.80)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): P Kirby (29 wins from 182 runners, 16%) runs NIVEN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Bailey (10 wins from 27 runners, 37%) runs HES NO TROUBLE Longest Traveller: DANDOLO DU GITE trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 231 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a two mile and three furlong handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 125. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms, Guy, who is rated 125 in this particular race, is required to carry 5lb more than Minella For Me, who is rated 120.

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NIVEN (IRE) (17) 23641-0

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Ginger Lily (IRE) Owner: John Birtles and Bill Allan Breeder: M. Barnwell

age

st-lb

11-13

Jockey: Thomas Dowson Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Brought the curtain down on last season on a winning note, landing a 2m handicap chase at Catterick, but looked rusty on return when tenth in 2m handicap here 17 days ago. Needs to step forward now. Star RatingHHHII BHA 126

HES NO TROUBLE (IRE) (255) 14/U10P-

11-12

B g Scorpion (IRE) - She’s No Trouble (IRE) Jockey: David Bass Owner: Jockey Club Ownership (Sw 2020) Limited Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Breeder: Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Sponsor: The Jockey Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner looked useful prospect when landing Huntingdon handicap chase but not seen since pulled up at Ludlow 8 months ago. Since had wind op and tongue tied for return with bit to prove. Star RatingHHIII BHA 125

GUY (IRE) (18) 2/635-1

Ch g Getaway (GER) - Sept Verites (FR) Owner: W.G. & A.G. Vestey Breeder: Corrib Racing

11-12

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over hurdles but (9/1) much improved on chasing bow when readily landing 20f handicap at Huntingdon 18 days ago. Hiked 12lb but well on top at ﬁnish there and weighted to go in again. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 125

DANDOLO DU GITE (FR) (528) 21356/1-

B g Khalkevi (IRE) - Lavande d’Eproniere (FR) Owner: Equi ex Incertis Partners Breeder: Mr Daniel Gerault

11-12

Jockey: Brendan Powell Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Sponsor: BBS Consultants & Actuaries Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive winner of 2m handicap chase at Southwell on debut over fences but not seen out for 17 months. Looked useful prospect there so market can guide on return from long absence. Star RatingHHHII BHA 125

SHE’SASUPERMACK (IRE) (242) 603221-

B m Arakan (USA) - Castleknock (IRE) Owner: Mrs C Brown & Mr Michael Wares Breeder: Mr S. Ryan

11-11

Jockey: Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful hurdler who carried her good form over to fences, scoring in 20f handicap at Newcastle when last seen out 8 months ago. Much respected on her return. First preference 1:42 Ayr. Star RatingHHHII BHA 124

BOLLIN ACE (GB) (231) 522//322-

B g Bollin Eric - Bollin Annabel Owner: Ryedale Partners No 3 Breeder: Habton Farms

11-11

Jockey: Jamie Hamilton Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning chaser who was placed all three runs in handicaps last term. Considered on his return off unchanged mark. Star RatingHHHII BHA 124

SIANNES STAR (IRE) (46) 35-6433

B g Arakan (USA) - Musical Madam (IRE) Owner: Julie & Phil Martin Breeder: Lucy Norton & Norris Mount Stud

11-10

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who has quickly matched that level over fences, third of 7 in 2m novice chase (11/2) at Hexham last time. Back up in trip now and not taken lightly. Star RatingHHHII BHA 123 22

MINELLA FOR ME (IRE) (30) 16/0P6-2 C

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Irish Mystics (IRE) Owner: Mr Simon W. Clarke Breeder: B. O’Driscoll & A. O’Brien

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Tom George, Slad Sponsor: HBA Media

11-7

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who arrives on back of good second of 7 in 20f handicap chase at Warwick 30 days ago. Can give another good account. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 120

WELL SMITTEN (IRE) (228) U01P51- CD

B g Gold Well - The Dark One (IRE) Owner: Gunalt Partnership Breeder: Mrs Ruth Wood

11-4

Jockey: Jonathan England Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable chaser who signed off for last season with handicap chase win over C&D 7 months ago. Capable if returning in good nick but others appeal more. Star RatingHHIII BHA 117

10 THOMAS TODD (GB) (230) 3P/1231- D B g Passing Glance - Miss Danbys Owner: Burton, Copley & Todd Breeder: Mrs Todd

11-3

Jockey: Adam Wedge Trainer: L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds Sponsor: Postpack Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair chaser who made it 2-4 last term with success in 19f handicap at Market Rasen. Well in the mix if back after 7 months off fully tuned up. Star RatingHHHII BHA 116

11 ARD CHROS (IRE) (16) F1006-0

11-2

B g Publisher (USA) - Threecrossmammies (IRE) Jockey: Sam Coltherd (3) Owner: Coltherd McDougal Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk Breeder: W. Devereux Sponsor: Terroirwines

TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 2m Ayr handicap chase last January but well beaten on his last 3 starts, offering little on return at Carlisle. Falling in the weights but still very hard to warm to. Star RatingHHIII BHA 115

12 NOBEL LEADER (IRE) (319) 0112/53B g Alﬂora (IRE) - Ben Roseler (IRE) Owner: Mr S. D. Faiers Breeder: Niall McGrady

10-13

Jockey: Ben Poste Trainer: James Evans, Kinnersley Sponsor: Little Jet Company Ltd

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2019: KAPGARRY (FR) 6 11 4 Sam Twiston-Davies 3-1 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 9. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 12. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Guy (IRE), 7-1 Siannes Star (IRE), Minella For Me (IRE), 10-1 Dandolo du Gite (FR), 11-1 She’sasupermack (IRE), Bollin Ace (GB), 12-1 Thomas Todd (GB), 16-1 Hes No Trouble (IRE), Well Smitten (IRE), 25-1 Niven (IRE), Ard Chros (IRE), 28-1 Nobel Leader (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GUY returned vastly improved when making a winning start over fences at Huntingdon so is fancied to go in again as he still looks on a very workable mark here despite being hit with a 12lb rise by the assessor. In-form course winner Minella For Me rates the chief threat, although Siannes Star is another still unexposed over fences who has the potential to have a say.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GUY (IRE) 2.MINELLA FOR ME (IRE) 3.SIANNES STAR (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

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Third Race

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning chaser in early 2019 but below par when last seen out 10 months ago. Has questions to answer now on comeback. Star RatingHHIII BHA 112

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FOURTH RACE 2.10

THE bet365 MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total race value £20000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £8716; Second £3578; Third £1790; Fourth £894; Fifth £448; Sixth £224. (Penalty Value £11390) A

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): M Hammond (21 wins from 287 runners, 7%) runs DESARAY GIRL Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (8 wins from 44 runners, 18%) runs MIDNIGHTS’ GIFT Longest Traveller: BORN IN BORRIS trained by C Tizzard, Sherborne, 291 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION Listed races are high class and only bettered by a Grade 1, 2 or 3 contest. In effect, it is an intermediate level; many of the runners in this two mile hurdle race will now have an official rating that makes it no longer feasible to run them in handicaps and will be using this race as a springboard to even better things. Initially, all the mares in this contest are allocated 10st 12lb, before penalties are given to those that have previously won at this level or above. These penalties range from 4lb for a Listed or Grade 3 success to 6lb for a Grade 1 victory - see how Desaray Girl, Midnight’s Gift and Mrs Hyde all carry 4lb extra for their past Listed wins.

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DESARAY GIRL (FR) (235) 011140-

Gr m Montmartre (FR) - Feria To Bitch (FR) Owner: Resdev Breeder: S.A.R.L. Chartier Centre Betail

age

st-lb

11-0

Jockey: Joe Colliver Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Resdev Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off hat-trick on her ﬁrst 3 outings over hurdles last term, notably springing a surprise in a Listed novice hurdle at Haydock. Disappointed upped in class to end campaign and has moved yards. Star RatingHHIII BHA 133

MIDNIGHTS’ GIFT (GB) (14) 1240-24 D

Gr f Midnight Legend - Giving Owner: Pitchall Stud Partnership Breeder: Pitchall Stud

11-0

Jockey: A. P. Heskin Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Hare Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in the Dawn Run at the Cheltenham Festival in March. Solid-enough efforts in handicap company of late but others have achieved more and look open to further progress. Star RatingHHIII BHA 130

MRS HYDE (IRE) (13) 0/6-1131 D

B m Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Funny Times Owner: The Jekyll Breeder: R. McCarthy

11-0

Jockey: Daryl Jacob Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Fergal O’Brien. Has won 3 of her 4 starts for this yard over hurdles, most recently in Listed company at Kempton. May still have more to offer but has plenty to ﬁnd on bare form. Star RatingHHIII BHA 133

BORN IN BORRIS (IRE) (22) 511-3

B m Arcadio (GER) - Honour Own (IRE) Owner: Mr R. M. Harvey-Bailey Breeder: Morgan Kavanagh

10-12

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who got her career under Rules off to the perfect start when successful atWincanton in March. Shaped well under a penalty at Chepstow recently and can do better, but this is a big ask. Star RatingHHHII BHA 128

ROSIE AND MILLIE (IRE) (233) 2P/2120- D

Ch m Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Madgehil (IRE) Owner: Mrs Lynne Maclennan Breeder: Jimmy Coffey

10-12

Jockey: Brendan Powell Trainer: Michael Scudamore, Bromsash Sponsor: Kiely Bros Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Improver on the back of wind op, winning maiden at Ayr with loads in hand in November. Good neck second to Desaray Girl in Haydock Listed event next time but shaped as though amiss in the Dawn Run. Star RatingHHIII BHA 132

VERDANA BLUE (IRE) (13) 4151/4-2 D BF

B m Getaway (GER) - Blue Gallery (IRE) Owner: Mrs Doreen Tabor Breeder: Edmond Kent

10-12

Jockey: Jeremiah McGrath Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Sponsor: Ashford Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who enjoyed a tremendous campaign in 2018/19, winning 4 times, notably the Grade 1 Christmas Hurdle at Kempton. Shade disappointing at that venue recently but sets the clear standard. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 155

WHITEHOTCHILLIFILI (IRE) (233) 0/31316- D

B m Milan - Mhuire Na Gale (IRE) Owner: Chasing Gold Racing Club Breeder: Ms Margaret Treacy

10-12

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Harry Fry, Seaborough Sponsor: Citipost

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who made encouraging start over hurdles last term, winning novices at Wincanton and Exeter. Set a stiff task in the Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle at the Festival but ran with credit in sixth. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 131 26

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2019: LADY BUTTONS 9 11 4 Adam Nicol 2-1 (Philip Kirby) 8 ran Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 5. Probable S.P’s: 8-15 Verdana Blue (IRE), 4-1 Whitehotchilliﬁli (IRE), 20-1 Midnights’ Gift (GB), 25-1 Mrs Hyde (IRE), 28-1 Desaray Girl (FR), Born In Borris (IRE), 40-1 Rosie And Millie (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

VERDANA BLUE suffered a disappointing reversal at Kempton last time and deteriorating ground would ask a question of her, but she’s very much favoured by the weights here and if she’s near her peak form, she’ll win this. Whitehotchilliﬁli is open to progress this term and is offered for forecast purposes.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VERDANA BLUE (IRE) 2.WHITEHOTCHILLIFILI (IRE) 3.BORN IN BORRIS (IRE)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

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The bet365 Mares’ Hurdle (Listed Race) (about two miles) Previous winners YEAR 2019

HORSE LADY BUTTONS

TRAINER Philip Kirby

JOCKEY Adam Nicol

STARTING PRICE 2/1 (8 ran)

2018

LADY BUTTONS

Philip Kirby

Adam Nicol

2017

LA BAGUE AU ROI

Warren Greatrex

Richard Johnson

10/11F (8 ran)

2016

STEPHANIE FRANCES

Dan Skelton

Bridget Andrews

100/30 (6 ran)

2015

BLUE BUTTONS

Harry Fry

Noel Fehily

2014

AURORE D’ESTRUVAL

John Quinn

A. P. McCoy

2013

COCKNEY SPARROW

John Quinn

Dougie Costello

2012

UNE ARTISTE

Nicky Henderson

Jeremiah McGrath

2011

ALASI

Paul Webber

Dominic Elsworth

2010

ALEGRALIL

Donald McCain

Graham Lee

7/2 (6 ran)

3/1 (9 ran) 13/8 (6 ran) 10/11F (6 ran)

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FIFTH RACE 2.45

3m 26y

THE bet365 HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as the West Yorkshire Hurdle) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £35000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £15253; Second £6262; Third £3133; Fourth £1565; Fifth £784; Sixth £392. (Penalty Value £19932.50) A

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): D Skelton (41 wins from 146 runners, 28%) runs ROKSANA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (13 wins from 55 runners, 24%) runs NEXT DESTINATION Fancy That: P Nicholls won this race in 2012, 2013 and 2016. The stable runs NEXT DESTINATION today. Longest Traveller: DECOR IRLANDAIS trained by N C Kelly, Ireland. RACE DESCRIPTION Grade 2 races are high class contests and only bettered by a Grade 1, so expect to see some top notch horses lining up, and certainly some Cheltenham Festival contenders. Initially, the weights in this three mile hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards are allocated on the basis of age and sex (ﬁllies and mares allowed 7lb - see how Roksana carries 10st 7lb), before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to taking part here. These range from 4lb for a Listed or Grade 3 victory to 6lb for a Grade 2 or Grade 1 success, for example, Lisnagar Oscar won the Grade 1 Stayers’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival last season, so carries the maximum 6lb penalty here.

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LISNAGAR OSCAR (IRE) (233) 230F31- D

B g Oscar (IRE) - Asta Belle (FR) Owner: Racing for Fun Breeder: Denis Fitzgerald

age

st-lb

11-6

Jockey: Adam Wedge Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport Sponsor: William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a slow start to last season but ended it with a much-improved display to land the Stayers’ Hurdle at Cheltenham 7 months ago. Stable going well, so warrants plenty of respect on return. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 160

CHAPMANSHYPE (IRE) (45) 111-011

B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Call Her Something (IRE) Owner: The GD Partnership Breeder: Robert Tector

11-0

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Sponsor: Betvictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Generally progressive hurdler who enhanced an excellent record at Fontwell in August, then showed a cracking attitude to follow up at Kelso. Has a ﬁtness edge, but likely to be outclassed. Star RatingHHHII BHA 146

COPPERHEAD (GB) (234) 1/5111F- D

Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - How’s Business Owner: Mrs G. C. Pritchard Breeder: R. and J. Micklethwait

11-0

Jockey: A. P. Heskin Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler but proving much better over fences, completing hat-trick in Grade 2 at Ascot in February. Fell in RSA when last seen and might need this ﬁrst run back. Star RatingHHHII BHA 148

DECOR IRLANDAIS (FR) (70) 4120-41 D

Ch g Hello Sunday (FR) - Orlandaise (FR) Owner: Mr John Devine Breeder: Madame Marie-Laure Besnouin

11-0

Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Noel C. Kelly, Northern Ireland

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 7 runs last season and has continued his progression this term, scoring comfortably in a handicap at Killarney 70 days ago. Another step forward would put him right in the mix. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 149

KILDISART (IRE) (235) 1/36652-

11-0

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Princess Mairead (IRE) Jockey: Jeremiah McGrath Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Trainer: Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water Breeder: William Mangan Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser who bounced back to form when second in the Ultima Handicap at Cheltenham on his ﬁnal outing last season. Probably using this return to hurdling as a pipe-opener, though. Star RatingHHIII BHA 149

NEXT DESTINATION (IRE) (920) 2/11131//- D

B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Liss Alainn (IRE) Owner: Mr Malcolm C. Denmark Breeder: Niall Flynn

11-0

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Sponsor: Leaﬂet Company Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart novice hurdler for Willie Mullins in 2017/18, winning 3 of 4 starts and a good third in the Ballymore at Cheltenham. Hard to know how much ability he retains having not been seen since, though. Star RatingHHHII BHA 149

THE DUTCHMAN (IRE) (931) 0/261PU//- C

B g King’s Theatre (IRE) - Shivermetimber (IRE) Owner: SprayClad UK Breeder: Regina Anne Hennessy

11-0

Jockey: Thomas Dowson Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle Sponsor: SprayClad UK, Spray Technologies Paints & Aerosols

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice chaser who ploughed through the mud to win the Peter Marsh at Haydock in January 2018. Failed to complete next 2 starts for Colin Tizzard and returns from an almost 2-year absence here. Star RatingHIIII BHA 137 30

WHOLESTONE (IRE) (350) 050/121- D

Br g Craigsteel - Last Theatre (IRE) Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Breeder: Michael O’Donovan

11-0

Jockey: Daryl Jacob Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart, likeable hurdler who made a positive start to his chasing career last season and can’t be completely ruled out for all he has an 11-month absence to overcome back in this discipline. Star RatingHHHII BHA 151

ROKSANA (IRE) (235) 12/2524-

10-7

B m Dubai Destination (USA) - Talktothetail (IRE) Jockey: Harry Skelton Owner: Mrs Sarah Faulks Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester Breeder: John O’Leary Sponsor: Ladbrokes,The Air Ambulance Service (Warwickshire & Northamptonshire) TIMEFORM VIEW Smart and likeable mare who put up another good effort when fourth in the Mares’ Hurdle at Cheltenham 7 months ago. Looks a big player if she’s sharp enough for reappearance. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 151 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

2019: THE WORLDS END (IRE) 8 11 0 A P Heskin 7-2 (Tom George) 7 ran

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Lisnagar Oscar (IRE), 3-1 Roksana (IRE), 15-2 Next Destination (IRE), 9-1 Decor Irlandais (FR), 11-1 Chapmanshype (IRE), 14-1 Wholestone (IRE), 16-1 Copperhead (GB), 25-1 Kildisart (IRE), 150-1 The Dutchman (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ROKSANA has a good record fresh, should relish the return to this trip, and gets weight all round, so she makes plenty of appeal in an open-looking Grade 2. Stayers’ Hurdle winner Lisnagar Oscar is an obvious danger and Decor Irlandais can’t be ruled out given he’s still on the up.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROKSANA (IRE) 2.LISNAGAR OSCAR (IRE) 3.DECOR IRLANDAIS (FR)

THE RESULT

1st.............................................................. 2nd ........................................................... Distance...................................................

3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

BET365 will present a memento to the winning owner of this race and £100 to the stablehand in charge of the best turned out horse in the race.

The bet365 Hurdle (Registered as the West Yorkshire Hurdle) (Grade 2) (about three miles) YEAR

HORSE

TRAINER

JOCKEY

2019

THE WORLD’S END

Tom George

Adrian Heskin

STARTING PRICE

2018

NAUTICAL NITWIT

Philip Kirby

Thomas Downson

7/2 (7 ran) 15/2 (5 ran)

2017

COLIN’S SISTER

Fergal O’Brien

Paddy Brennan

10/1 (7 ran)

2016

SILSOL

Paul Nicholls

Jack Sherwood

13/2 (6 ran)

2015

KILCOOLEY

Charlie Longsdon

Richard Johnson

5/1 (9 ran)

2014

COLE HARDEN

Warren Greatrex

Gavin Sheehan

9/4 (3 ran)

2013

TIDAL BAY

Paul Nicholls

Sam Twiston-Davies

2012

TIDAL BAY

Paul Nicholls

Ruby Walsh

9/2 (6 ran)

2011

RESTLESS HARRY

Robin Dickin

Henry Oliver

7/2F (8 ran)

2010

FAIR ALONG

Philip Hobbs

Rhys Flint

11/4 (6 ran)

6/1 (8 ran)

H.B.L.B. PRIZE MONEY The Horserace Betting Levy Board General Prize Fund scheme provides for the inclusion of £442,800 at this Racecourse in 2020.

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Previous winners

THE BET365 CHARLIE HALL CHASE (GRADE 2)

HISTORY First ran in 1969, this race was originally named the Wetherby Pattern Chase. It was renamed the Emblem Handicap Chase in honour of the winner of the 1863 Grand National, and became known as the Charlie Hall Memorial Wetherby Pattern Chase in 1978. The race was named in memory of trainer Charlie Hall, and was shortened to it’s current guise in 1990. Bet365 have sponsored the race since 2003. The hugely popular Cue Card won this race in superb style in 2015, and went on to land both the Betfair Chase at Haydock and Kempton’s King George VI on Boxing Day. He returned to Wetherby in 2016 but failed to secure the double, being beaten into third place behind the Rebecca Curtis-trained grey, Irish Cavalier, and 2014 winner Menorah.

FIRST RAN IN

1969

FIRST WINNER

TOTAL PRIZE MONEY

£70,000

2015

ARCTURUS RIDDEN BY PAT BUCKLEY

CUE CARD

WENT ON TO FINISH SIXTH IN THE 1969 GRAND NATIONAL MULTIPLE GRADE 1 WINNING CHASER

2019 BALLYOPTIC

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies SP: 11/4 (7 ran)

2018 DEFINITLY RED

Trainer: Brian Ellison Jockey: Danny Cook SP: 3/1 (4 ran)

2017 BRISTOL DE MAI

Trainer: Nicky Henderson Jockey: Daryl Jacob SP: 6/1 (8 ran)

2016 IRISH CAVALIER

Trainer: Rebecca Curtis Jockey: Jonathan Moore SP: 16/1 (7 ran)

2015 CUE CARD

2019 WINNER

BALLYOPTIC 11/4

TRAINER: NIGEL TWISTON-DAVIES JOCKEY: SAM TWISTON-DAVIES

2020

51ST

RUNNING

7 RAN

BRISTOL DE MAI WON BACK TO BACK BETFAIR CHASES & PLACED THIRD IN GOLD CUP

2014 MENORAH

Trainer: Philip Hobbs Jockey: Richard Johnson SP: 8/1 (7 ran)

2013 HARRY TOPPER

Trainer: Kim Bailey Jockey: Jason Maguire SP: 5/1 (7 ran)

2012 SILVINIACO CONTI

Trainer: Paul Nicholls Jockey: Ruby Walsh SP: 11/10F (6 ran)

2011 WEIRD AL

Trainer: Donald McCain Jockey: Timmy Murphy SP: 7/1 (7 ran)

2010 NACARAT

Trainer: Tom George Jockey: Sam Thomas SP: 6/1 (8 ran)

1996

ONE MAN WON BACK TO BACK KING GEORGES

2017

Trainer: Colin Tizzard Jockey: Paddy Brennan SP: 11/4F (7 ran)

2009 DEEP PURPLE

Trainer: Evan Williams Jockey: Paul Moloney SP: 9/2 (5 ran)

2008 STATE OF PLAY Trainer: Evan Williams Jockey: Paul Moloney SP: 5/2F (6 ran)

2007 OLLIE MAGERN

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies Jockey: Paddy Brennan SP: 11/4 (7 ran)

2006 OUR VIC

Trainer: David Pipe Jockey: Timmy Murphy SP: 6/1 (10 ran)

2005 OLLIE MAGERN

Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies Jockey: Carl Llewellyn SP: 11/4F (8 ran)

2004 GREY ABBEY

Trainer: Howard Johnson Jockey: Graham Lee SP: 5/1 (6 ran)

2003 BALLYBOUGH RASHER Trainer: Howard Johnson Jockey: Graham Lee SP: 40/1 (6 ran)

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SIXTH RACE 3.20

3m 45y

THE bet365 CHARLIE HALL STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) for ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total race value £70000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £30506; Second £12523; Third £6265; Fourth £3129; Fifth £1568; Sixth £784. (Penalty Value £39865) A

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): N Twiston-Davies (15 wins from 67 runners, 22%) runs BALLYOPTIC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (13 wins from 55 runners, 24%) runs CYRNAME Fancy That: N Twiston-Davies won this race in 2017 and 2019. The stable runs BALLYOPTIC today. Longest Traveller: CYRNAME trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 241 miles. RACE DESCRIPTION Our meeting’s feature contest is another Grade 2, so a high-class contest just one rung down from the very top level. The bet365 Charlie Hall Steeple Chase always attracts some of best in the business and this year is no different. Again, the weights in this three mile steeple chase for ﬁve-year-olds and upwards are allocated on the basis of age and sex, with a 4lb penalty allocated to Listed and Grade 3 winners, such as 2018 winner Deinitly Red, with 6lb added to the burdens of Grade 2 and Grade 1 winners like last year’s winner, Ballyoptic, and Cyrname - the highest rated horse in Britain.

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BALLYOPTIC (IRE) (259) F/11401- CD

B g Old Vic - Lambourne Lace (IRE) Owner: Mills & Mason Partnership Breeder: Roger Ryan

age

st-lb

11-6

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race last year and signed off last season on a positive note with victory in valuable Handicap Chase at Ascot (3m, heavy) in February. Likely to give it another good shot. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 163

CYRNAME (FR) (259) 011/12F-

B g Nickname (FR) - Narquille (FR) Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey Breeder: Mr S. Follain, Mr E. Lecoiffier et al

11-6

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Things didn’t go to plan after his defeat of Altior on last year’s reappearance but he’s undoubtedly a top-class chaser on his day and will be tough to beat if bouncing back to anywhere his best. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 176

DEFINITLY RED (IRE) (245) B/54421- CD

Ch g Deﬁnite Article - The Red Wench (IRE) Owner: Phil & Julie Martin Breeder: James Keegan

11-4

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this in 2018. Only a remote fourth last year but Kelso listed win in February in cheekpieces (off now) suggests he still retains most of his ability despite getting towards the veteran stage. Star RatingHHHII BHA 160

VINNDICATION (IRE) (235) 1135/14- D

B g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Pawnee Trail (IRE) Owner: Moremoneythan Breeder: Thomas Mulhern

11-4

Jockey: David Bass Trainer: Kim Bailey, Cheltenham Sponsor: Kim Bailey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Relished step up to 3m when winning on Ascot return last season and returned from another break to ﬁnish excellent fourth under big weight in Cheltenham Festival Handicap. Goes well fresh. Player. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 161

SAM SPINNER (GB) (322) 420/111- CD

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Dawn Spinner Owner: Caron & Paul Chapman Breeder: Wriggle Valley TBs & R. Eccleshall

11-3

Jockey: Joe Colliver Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class hurdler who made it 3-3 over fences (ﬁrst 2 here) in Doncaster Grade 2 in December but that race fell apart. Jumping hasn’t looked convincing and faces much sterner examination of it now. Star RatingHHHII BHA 157

AYE RIGHT (IRE) (27) 12U15-2 D

B g Yeats (IRE) - Gaybric (IRE) Owner: Geoff and Elspeth Adam Breeder: Patrick Cashman

11-0

Jockey: Callum Bewley Trainer: Harriet Graham, Jedburgh Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Going well when unseating on chase bow in Grade 2 won by Sam Spinner last December. Won at Newcastle next time and returned with promising second over inadequate 2m at Kelso. More to come back at 3m. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 146

KEEPER HILL (IRE) (272) 03/1P23- D

B g Westerner - You Take Care (IRE) Owner: McNeill Family Breeder: Mrs Sharon Ryan

11-0

Jockey: A. P. Heskin Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a smart level of ability but best efforts over fences have come in small ﬁelds which haven’t placed much pressure on his suspect jumping. Will need to cut out the errors to play prominent role. Star RatingHHIII BHA 152 36

MISTER WHITAKER (IRE) (233) 4P1/5P3-

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Benbradagh Vard (IRE) Owner: Mr T. P. Radford Breeder: Patrick F. Callinan

11-0

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Mick Channon, West Ilsley Sponsor: Timico

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser with a very good Cheltenham record, including third in Plate at the Festival in March. Can go Star RatingHHIII BHA 153 well fresh but stamina a doubt having run below par on both previous attempts around 3m.

SAINT XAVIER (FR) (146) 6/0123-P

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Princesse Lucie (FR) Owner: Mr D. W. Fox Breeder: Mr Jean-Marc Godefroy

11-0

Jockey: Kielan Woods Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington Sponsor: R H Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful hurdler/chaser but ran poorly in French Grade 3 chase in June (sole run for Patrice Quinton) and looks to face a very stiff task in this company on his return for another new stable. Star RatingHIIII BHA 142

10 LA BAGUE AU ROI (FR) (38) P335U-4 C D BF

10-7

B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Alliance Royale (FR) Jockey: Adam Wedge Owner: Mrs Julien Turner & Mr Andrew Merriam Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Comtesse Bertrand De Tarragon Sponsor: 1Account Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Grade 1 winner as novice. Without a win since but has a few efforts which suggest she retains her ability, including when still bang there until a blunder at last on Perth return. Wind op since. Star RatingHHHII BHA 147 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2019: BALLYOPTIC (IRE) 9 11 0 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-4 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 10. Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Cyrname (FR), 6-1 Vinndication (IRE), 8-1 Sam Spinner (GB), 17-2 Ballyoptic (IRE), 12-1 Deﬁnitly Red (IRE), La Bague Au Roi (FR), 22-1 Mister Whitaker (IRE), 28-1 Aye Right (IRE), 33-1 Keeper Hill (IRE), 300-1 Saint Xavier (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

A race which revolves around CYRNAME, as if he sees out the trip (below-form second in King George sole attempt at 3m) and shows himself to be fully effective on a left-handed track (all best efforts right-handed) then he’ll be extremely hard to beat. Vinndication, who goes well fresh, is more than capable of making his mark in open graded company and is next best ahead of 2019 winner Ballyoptic.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CYRNAME (FR) 2.VINNDICATION (IRE) 3.BALLYOPTIC (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 3.55

2m 3f 154y

THE bet365 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11400

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4953; Second £1641; Third £821; Fourth £410; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £6498)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Leading course trainer (15-20): P Kirby (29 wins from 182 runners, 16%) runs SAKHEE’S CITY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A King (8 wins from 44 runners, 18%) runs GROUP STAGE Longest Traveller: WAR LORD trained by C Tizzard, Sherborne, 291 miles.

RACE DESCRIPTION The ﬁnal race of the bet365 Charlie Hall Meeting is a two mile and four furlong handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130. Once a horse has qualiﬁed for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.

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GARRETTSTOWN (IRE) (291) P2/24BP-

B g Doyen (IRE) - Azur (IRE) Owner: The Phillies Partnership Breeder: Mrs L. H. Field

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11-13

Jockey: Harry Skelton Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Sponsor: McCoy Contractors

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner and fairly useful hurdler who failed to make his mark over fences last season. Opposable back in this sphere following a 9-month break off what looks a tough mark. Star RatingHHIII BHA 131

SAKHEE’S CITY (FR) (245) 0/2152P- CD

B g Sakhee (USA) - A Lulu Ofa Menifee (USA) Owner: Mrs Jayne Sivills Breeder: Kassala Ltd

11-13

Jockey: Thomas Dowson Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in this race 12 months ago prior to going one better back here 2 weeks later. However, pulled up at Doncaster when last seen in February and he’s not the most reliable. Star RatingHIIII BHA 131

LOOK MY WAY (GB) (854) 2120//-

B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Casual Glance Owner: Drew & Ailsa Russell Breeder: Kingsclere Stud

11-12

Jockey: Aaron Anderson (7) Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Did well as a novice during 2017/18, notably ﬁnishing second in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham. By no means handicapped out of things, but wellbeing to prove following a lengthy spell on the sidelines. Star RatingHHIII BHA 130

THE SOME DANCE KID (IRE) (253) 11/5560-

B g Shantou (USA) - River Rouge (IRE) Owner: The Blue Nuns Breeder: John J. Brennan

11-11

Jockey: Henry Brooke Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Sponsor: Betsson Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/fairly useful hurdles winner who was desperately disappointing over fences last season. Also struggled in a bumper when last seen 8 months ago and plenty to prove now. Star RatingHIIII BHA 129

OISTRAKH LE NOIR (FR) (917) 121230//-

11-10

B g Kentucky Dynamite (USA) - Linares Noire (FR) Jockey: Daryl Jacob Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Trainer: Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water Breeder: Pierre Jabot Sponsor: Ptarmigan Media Limited TIMEFORM VIEW French import who did well in ﬁrst season on this side of the Channel in 2018, not beaten far in valuable Sandown handicap in April of that year. Subsequent absence an obvious concern. Star RatingHHIII BHA 128

ARRIVEDERCI (FR) (301) 14/3021-

Gr g Martaline - Etoile d’Ainay (FR) Owner: Martin Broughton & Friends 1 Breeder: Stephane Milaveau

11-10

Jockey: Jonathan Burke Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in 2018 and opened hurdles account at the fourth attempt at Wincanton (15.3f) in January. Improvement may be forthcoming now switched to a handicap and he’s high on the shortlist. Star RatingHHHHI BHA 128

BALLYHILL (FR) (36) 30/66P-5 D

B or Br g Al Namix (FR) - Laly Light (FR) Owner: S Such & CG Paletta Breeder: Patrick Boiteau

11-9

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Sponsor: Agetur (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful when on-song, but well below his best in handful of runs over fences last season and didn’t fare any better back in this sphere on Uttoxeter (19.9f) reappearance. Star RatingHHIII BHA 127 39

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SHANG TANG (IRE) (231) 33/2620-

B g Shantou (USA) - Ballyguider Bridge (IRE) Owner: T. Syder & N. Mustoe Breeder: Jim McGee

11-8

Jockey: Adam Wedge Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough Sponsor: Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers and runner-up twice in novice hurdles last season. Stamina possibly stretched upped to 21f on Kempton handicap debut in March and has subsequently undergone wind surgery. Star RatingHHIII BHA 126

MELEKHOV (IRE) (356) 1/421/25-

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Yorkshire Girl (IRE) Owner: Owners For Owners: Melekhov Breeder: Patrick Fennessy

11-8

Jockey: Non Runner Trainer: Philip Hobbs, Minehead Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing

UNNER R N O N TIMEFORMVIEWDual bumper winner who struck at the third time of asking over hurdles in 17f Exeter maiden in April 2019. Well-held sole start last season, though, and needs to get back on track.

10 GROUP STAGE (GER) (22) 1420-0 B g Maxios - Good Hope (GER) Owner: McNeill Family & Niall Farrell Breeder: Gestut Romerhof

Star RatingHHIII BHA 126

11-8

Jockey: A. P. Heskin Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of Ludlow juvenile hurdle last November and good second in Musselburgh Listed event in February. Never in the hunt on recent reappearance, though, and others make more appeal. Star RatingHHIII BHA 126

11 WAR LORD (GER) (231) 5/13410-

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Westalin (GER) Owner: The Wychwood Partnership Breeder: Gestut Etzean

11-8

Jockey: Harry Cobden Trainer: Colin Tizzard, Sherborne Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Plumpton and Taunton last season, and by no means disgraced in a Grade 3 Kempton handicap in March. 1lb lower back from a 7-month break and he’s not without hope. Star RatingHHHII BHA 126

12 IMPERIAL KNIGHT (IRE) (287) 2/P32/U2B g Mahler - And Whatever Else (IRE) Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXXXIX Breeder: R. McCarthy

11-8

Jockey: David Bass Trainer: Ben Pauling, Bourton-on-the-Water Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in bumpers and stepped up on previous efforts in this sphere when runner-up in a Haydock handicap (24.3f) in January. Drop back in trip no problem and he merits respect. Star RatingHHHII BHA 126

13 DO WANNA KNOW (IRE) (249) 2/1F1- D

11-7

B g Frammassone (IRE) - Mille Et Une Nuits (FR) Jockey: Robert Dunne Owner: Girls Allowed Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Breeder: Mrs P. M. Grainger Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Looked useful as a novice last term, winning both completed starts. Has undergone a wind op and brings potential to the table now that he goes down the handicap route. Tongue strap applied. Star RatingHHHHH BHA 125

14 SAM’S GUNNER (GB) (238) 1P/32/05- D

11-7

Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Falcon’s Gunner Jockey: Harry Bannister Owner: Falcon’s Line Ltd Trainer: Michael Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Falcon’s Line Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Developed in to a useful hurdler during ﬁrst half of 2018, but offered little in 2 starts last season and plenty to prove now. Star RatingHIIII BHA 125

15 ALWAYS RESOLUTE (GB) (20) 1612U/6- CD B g Refuse To Bend (IRE) - Mad Annie (USA) Owner: Ne-Chance Breeder: Jarvis Associates

11-7

Jockey: Liam Harrison (7) Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Sponsor: Lenat International UK Ltd., Ne-Chance.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner during 2018/19 campaign, including over C&D. Not disgraced back here sole start last season and both his wellbeing and ﬁtness (successful on the Flat month) are assured. Star RatingHHHII BHA 125

16 THE PADDY PIE (IRE) (231) 4/03F31- D B g Beneﬁcial - Salsita (FR) Owner: Mr John Wade Breeder: Patrick McElroy

Jockey: Sam Coltherd (3) Trainer: Sue Smith, Bingley Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

11-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career-best when landing a 20.1f Newcastle handicap chase on ﬁnal start of last season. Resumes in this sphere on a feasible mark and he’s not ruled out by any means. Star RatingHHHII BHA 121

17 ENFIN PHIL (FR) (13) 64215-0

Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Nheyranne (FR) Owner: Randall Orchard & Partners Breeder: Philippe Raphael Legault

11-2

Jockey: Billy Garritty (5) Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort yet when winning 19f handicap at Catterick in January. However, well-held both subsequent starts, including on recent Sedgeﬁeld reappearance. Star RatingHHIII BHA 120

18 HENRIETTA BELL (IRE) (21) 3-63304 B m Shantou (USA) - Close To Shore (IRE) Owner: The Racing Demon Partnership Breeder: Victor Connolly

11-1

Jockey: Cillin Leonard (7) Trainer: Harry Whittington, Sparsholt Sponsor: CHD Property

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice placed over fences this summer and creditable fourth of 13 back hurdling at Hexham (23.3f) 3 weeks ago. 1lb lower now and she has to enter calculations. Star RatingHHHII BHA 119 40

19 CALUM GILHOOLEY (IRE) (30) 10/-2114 BF Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Honeyed (IRE) Owner: BDRSyndicates Breeder: Miss Penny Downes

11-1

Jockey: Kielan Woods Trainer: Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Sponsor: Longcroft Building Services Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner who has taken well to hurdles, back-to-back winner of Newton Abbot novices prior to ﬁnishing Star RatingHHHII BHA 119 fourth of 14 on handicap debut at Warwick (21f). Further progress likely and merits respect.

20 EAGLEHILL (FR) (238) 005021-

Gr g Blue Bresil (FR) - Ratina de Vaige (FR) Owner: Mr John P. McManus Breeder: Scea Barbottiere

10-8

Jockey: Brendan Powell Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who opened his hurdles account at the sixth attempt at Hereford (21.7f) in March. More needed up 7lb in this stronger race, but there’s a good chance that he has more to offer. Star RatingHHHII BHA 112 DECLARED RUNNERS 20 2019: MR SCRUMPY 5 10 12 Joe Colliver 11-2 (Jedd O’Keeffe) 15 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 15. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8, 13. Stewards Note: GARRETTSTOWN: Following its run on 14/1/2020 it was reported that the horse finished lame. Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Do Wanna Know (IRE), 8-1 Arrivederci (FR), 10-1 Eaglehill (FR), 11-1 Imperial Knight (IRE), Calum Gilhooley (IRE), 14-1 War Lord (GER), Henrietta Bell (IRE), 18-1 The Paddy Pie (IRE), 20-1 Oistrakh Le Noir (FR), Always Resolute (GB), 22-1 Garrettstown (IRE), 25-1 Shang Tang (IRE), 28-1 Look My Way (GB), Ballyhill (FR), 33-1 Group Stage (GER), 40-1 Sakhee’s City (FR), Enfin Phil (FR), 66-1 The Some Dance Kid (IRE), Sam’s Gunner (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

The really interesting one is DO WANNA KNOW, who looked very promising as a novice last season and this opening mark may prove to be a lenient one. Arrivederci also brings potential to the table and he is feared most. That said, Calum Gilhooley is also open to improvement and needs considering, while Eaglehill, Imperial Knight and War Lord are others with claims in a competitive handicap.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DO WANNA KNOW (IRE) 2.ARRIVEDERCI (FR) 3.CALUM GILHOOLEY (IRE)

THE RESULT

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3rd ........................................................... 4th ............................................................ Time .........................................................

WETHERBY STEEPLECHASE COMMITTEE LTD will present a memento to the winning owner of this race and £50 to the stablehand in charge of the best turned out horse.

Seventh Race

RACE CONDITIONS First Race 12.25 - THE PRICE PROMISE AT bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Northern Lights Staying Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4548 to the winning horse The second to receive £1335, the third £667, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 29th. Penalties, after October 24th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Northern Lights Staying Chase Series Final, to be run over a distance of 3m abt 1/2f at Carlisle on 28th March, 2021. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have run in two Northern Lights Staying Chase Series qualifiers after 2019, including being placed in the first eight in at least one qualifier. 28 entries at £33. - Closed October 26th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3467; Second £1149; Third £575; Fourth £300; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4548.60) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.00 - THE bet365 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5198 to the winning horse The second to receive £1526, the third £763 and the fourth £381. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three hurdle races. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 29th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, for each hurdle race won 6lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 23 entries at £29. - Closed October 26th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3962; Second £1313; Third £657; Fourth £328. (Penalty Value £5198.40) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.35 - THE bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Middle Distance Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7147 to the winning horse The second to receive £2098, the third £1049, the fourth £524, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £54 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 29th. Penalties, after October 24th, 2020, for each steeple chase won 7lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £800 towards the prize money for this race. Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MIDDLE DISTANCE CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of Two Miles about Four Furlongs, Lancashire Course (2m 3f 203yds) at Haydock Park on April 3rd, 2021. 31 entries at £54. - Closed October 26th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5448; Second £1805; Third £903; Fourth £451; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £7147.80) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.10 - THE bet365 MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11390 to the winning horse The second to receive £4274, the third £2140, the fourth £1066, the fifth £536 and the sixth £268. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £90 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 29th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Penalties, after September 30th, 2019, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £100 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 14 entries at £90. - Closed October 26th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8716; Second £3578; Third £1790; Fourth £894; Fifth £448; Sixth £224. (Penalty Value £11390) A SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.45 - THE bet365 HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as the West Yorkshire Hurdle) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £19932 to the winning horse The second to receive £7479, the third £3745, the fourth £1865, the fifth £938 and the sixth £469. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £150 stake, Supplementary Entry by noon, October 28th and pay £1500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2019, a winner of a Grade 3 or Listed hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £100 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 19 entries at £150. - Closed October 26th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15253; Second £6262; Third £3133; Fourth £1565; Fifth £784; Sixth £392. (Penalty Value £19932.50) A SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.20 - THE bet365 CHARLIE HALL STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £39865 to the winning horse The second to receive £14959, the third £7490, the fourth £3731, the fifth £1876 and the sixth £938. for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 26th and pay £250 stake, Supplementary Entry by noon, October 28th and pay £2500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 29th. Weights: 11st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2019, a winner of a Grade 3 or Listed steeple chase 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 steeple chase 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Beginners’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Steeple Chases in France). bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £100 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The Challenge Trophy, kindly presented by the Family and Friends of the late Mr W. A. Hall, is to be held by the winning owner until October 1st, 2021. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £5000 towards the prize money for this race. 20 entries at £250. - Closed October 26th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £30506; Second £12523; Third £6265; Fourth £3129; Fifth £1568; Sixth £784. (Penalty Value £39865) A SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 3.55 - THE bet365 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6498 to the winning horse The second to receive £1908, the third £954, the fourth £477, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 29th. Penalties, after October 24th, 2020, for each hurdle race won 7lb. bet365 have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, bet365 will present a £50 cash prize to the racehorse attendant responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 34 entries at £45. - Closed October 26th, 2020. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4953; Second £1641; Third £821; Fourth £410; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £6498) SEE PAGE 39 FOR THIS RACE.