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Food&Drink
There is a wide variety of food and drink available before and during the races. Treat yourself at one of our dining and bar facilities
TheGalleryRestaurant
The Gallery Restaurant is a top class facility, ideal for couples and small groups. Tables are exclusive for the day and offer stunning, panoramic views of the entire racecourse, especially the finishing straight and winning post.
The Gallery package includes admission, together with a four course menu. However, this is extremely popular and early booking is advisable. For reservations, please call 01789 267 949.
Savoury & Sweet Light Bites in the Bars
All our bars are now serving locally produced warm hand-crafted sausage rolls, Cornish pasties, cheese & onion slices, steak slices and vegan slices. For those with a sweet tooth we also offer a selection of muffins, including chocolate, lemon and blueberry.
AdditionalFoodOutlets
There are various other food outlets around the site, together with a variety of bars throughout the racecourse, serving a selection of beers, spirits, wines, champagnes and soft drinks.
Welcome to Stratford Racecourse and to what is our first race meeting of our season Today all of the races are supported by DragonBet Bookmakers. We are grateful to them and in fact all of our bookmakers both on and off course for the support they have give us and the lively betting ring they produce at every meeting For those of you who are unfamiliar with betting with a course bookmaker we have produced a simple guide which can be found on page 11. Details for Betting with DragonBet can be found on page 13
We are also delighted that Stratford has achieved the highly coveted Gold Standard award which is presented annually by the Racehorse Owners Association. 44 courses out of a total of 60 courses attained the Gold Standard for the 2023 programme; achieving a quality score of over 80% and importantly an owner feedback score of 4 or higher. We continue to strive to enhance everyone’s race day experience and we would like to especially thank all owners who have runners with us both today and during the 2024 season If you would like to join the ROA and take advantage of special members offers, please visit their website: www.roa.co.uk
All of us here at Stratford Racecourse are committed to ensuring that you have a great day out. If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us We can be reached either on the day, or later by contacting the office on 01789 267949, or by email: info@stratfordracecourse.net
Enjoy your day at Stratford Races
With best wishes,
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary
G U I D E TO TH E RA CE CO UR SE
ABANDONMENT REFUND
In the event of racing being abandoned before the first race has been run, NO refunds will be made on the day, but racegoers should retain all badges/tickets & return these by post to the racecourse for a refund (or replacement badges for another meeting if preferred) Once the first race has been run, there will be no refunds.
ADMISSION RIGHTS
The Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse admission or to expel, without prior notice, any racegoer who, in the opinion if the Racecourse Executive, behaves or is likely to behave in an unruly or unacceptable manner. Examples of unruly or unacceptable behaviour include violent or abusive conduct, drunkenness, singing or shouting and intimidation of other racegoers. This list is not exhaustive.
The Management does not accept liability for loss or damage to visitors’ effects, vehicles or other property whilst on these premises
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING
It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.
RADIOS AND MOBILE TELEPHONES
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes Further details are available from the racecourse office
HORSE WELFARE
“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider”. Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented. Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance. During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION
In the event of an emergency all persons on the racecourse will be alerted by the following message over the public address system. This is an emergency announcement. Due to circumstances beyond our control, racing has been temporarily suspended Would all patrons please evacuate ALL buildings and make your way across the racetrack to the Red post marker in the Centre of the Course. Police and Racecourse Officials will assist and direct you. Please do not go to any Car Park until you are cleared to do so, because you may hamper the movement of emergency vehicles The message will then be repeated.
BROKEN GLASSES AND BOTTLES
Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using flash photography whilst on course.
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. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property
LITTER BINS
Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures.
BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS
Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement
CHECK YOUR TICKETS
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket All tickets will remain valid for three months.
TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS
Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting.
Mr Darren Andrews 4.50
James Bowen
1.50, 2.20, 2.50
Sean Bowen
2.20, 2.50, 3.20, 3.50, 4.20
Joshua Bryan 4.20
Jonathan Burke 3.50, 4.20
Tom Cannon
1.50
Mr Robbie David 4.20, 4.50
James Davies 1.50, 2.50
Mrs S. Alner
4.50
Billy Aprahamian
2.50
Robert Bevis
2.50
Clive BoultbeeBrooks 1.50, 2.20, 2.50, 4.20
David Bridgwater
2.50
Miss V. Collins
4.50
Henry Daly
4.20
Jo Davis 4.20
Harry Derham 3.20
W. Easterby 4.50
Stuart Edmunds 2.50 Dominic Ffrench Davis 1.50
Richenda Ford
Olive Nicholls 4.50
Paul O’Brien 3.20
Miss Natalie Parker 4.50
Richard Patrick 1.50, 2.20, 2.50, 3.20, 4.20
Ben Poste 2.50, 3.20
Brendan Powell 2.20, 3.50, 4.20
Callum Pritchard 2.50, 3.50, 4.20
Caoilin Quinn 1.50, 2.50
Gavin Sheehan 3.20
Lewis Stones 4.20
Jay Tidball 2.50
James Turner 2.50
Sam TwistonDavies 2.50, 3.50, 4.20
Lorcan Williams 2.20
Kielan Woods 3.20, 3.50, 4.20
Joe Tizzard 2.20, 3.50
Nigel TwistonDavies 3.50
Evan Williams 2.50, 3.20
Venetia Williams 1.50
Max
TRACK FACTS
TRACK DESCRIPTION
A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards. Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
FERGAL O’BRIEN (22 wins from 113 runners, 19%) runs INTREPIDE SUD (3.50), TED’S FRIEND (4.20).
MR JAMIE SNOWDEN (15 wins from 66 runners, 23%) runs GOLDEN MAVERICK (3.20).
P NICHOLLS (15 wins from 41 runners, 37%) runs STRATAGEM (2.20), CAT TIGER (3.50).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
O MURPHY (8 wins from 27 runners, 30%) runs SUMMERLEAZE (2.50), SCHMILSSON and HARA KIRI (3.20), WOLFSPEAR (4.20).
HARRY DERHAM (7 wins from 21 runners, 33%) runs BALHAMBAR (3.20).
G & J MOORE (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs ACROSS EARTH (1.50), PEARL’S PIRATE (2.50), JETRONIC (3.50).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 115 rides, 17%) rides NOWYOUVEBINANDUNIT (2.50), DANCING IN BRAZIL (3.50), SANDSCAPE (4.20).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (19 wins from 98 rides, 19%) rides GOLDEN MAVERICK (3.20), BENVOY (4.20).
SEAN BOWEN (18 wins from 94 rides, 19%) rides JUST LOOSE CHANGE (2.20), SUMMERLEAZE (2.50), HARA KIRI (3.20), YES INDEED (3.50), DISH OF THE DAY (4.20).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (7 wins from 31 rides, 23%) rides listed above.
SEAN BOWEN (7 wins from 34 rides, 21%) rides listed above.
JAMES BOWEN (6 wins from 24 rides, 25%) rides FRAM CASTLE (1.50), KORUS (2.20), SEASMOKE (2.50).
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 4.20 SAMBEZI (won off 108 down 6lb to 102).
CLASSY TIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race:
1.50 BELIEVITANDUCAN (down 4 grades); 3.50 JETRONIC (down 2 grades).
STABLE MOVES
2.50 SUMMERLEAZE has moved from Mrs I G-Leveque to O Murphy; 3.50 SALAMANCA BAY has moved from D Skelton to P Hobbs & J White; 3.50 YES INDEED has moved from J & A O’Neill to M Keighley; 4.50 SCORESBY has moved from Harry Ryall to H Ryall.
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
BELLANEY LORD (4.50) trained by W Easterby, Malton, distance of 165 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th March.
CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS
CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS ARE TAKEN AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AROUND
THE COURSE
Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)
Racecards to purchase
and Card
and Card
Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance) Card only
Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance)
& Card
G/ S Bar (downstairs) Card only
G/S tattersalls bar (downstairs)
and Card
Stowford Press Bridge bar (upstairs in Grandstand) Cash & Card
Champagne Bar (champagne also located on all other bars) Card only
Owners/ Trainers Bar
External Catering Concessions
Centre Course Bar (when open)
Owners & Trainers Paddock Pavilion
Gallery Restaurant
Hospitality Boxes
Stables Café
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HOW TO BET WITH A 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, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number) 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. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie for a win or a place.
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.
EACH WAY BETTING
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
All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only.
must be 18 or over to place a
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
The Dragonbet Oncourse And Online
Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 3) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)
for juvenile four yrs old
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 BELIEVITANDUCAN (IRE) (44) 16 11 6
B g Make Believe - Shirin of Persia (IRE)
O Owners Group 140
Br Carrigbeg Stud
T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Owners Group MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off for Jessica Macey with a 2m Flat win at Beverley and followed up in 2m Newbury juvenile on hurdle debut. Well beaten when stepped up to Grade 2 level at Cheltenham since but retains potential with sights lowered. Star RatingHHHHI Official
2 VORDERMAN (GB) (54) 0016 11 6
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Nadia Promise
O Homecroft Wealth Racing
T Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
S Homecroft Wealth RED, YELLOW spots, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers Sprung a 25/1 surprise on Fontwell hurdle debut but the form is barely modest and he was well beaten under a penalty at Newbury since.
3 ACROSS
EARTH
(IRE) (8) 2 11 0
B g Golden Horn - War No More (USA)
O Aura Racing
T Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Mike Spence
LIGHT GREEN, BLACK diamond, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT GREEN armlets, LIGHT GREEN cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner for Marco Botti. 12/1, showed an aptitude for hurdling when 20 lengths second on first attempt at Huntingdon 8 days ago and entitled to come on for that first outing in 5 months
4 EASTSTONE BUCK’S (GB) (-) 11 0
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Lady Chartreuse (IRE)
O East India Racing
T Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Miss V. M. Williams
S Faucets Limited RED, WHITE chevrons, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK stars and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Buck’s Boum gelding Dam (h87) maiden hurdler In goods hands so would enter the reckoning if the betting vibes are strong on debut Star
5 EL GAVILAN (FR) (33) 2-40523 11 0
B g Guignol (GER) - La Jalousie (FR)
O C & C Boultbee Brooks
Br Mr Emmanuel Dibatista, Mme Claire Dibati
T Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope S Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over hurdles in France but below that level when placed twice in Britain this winter. Likely vulnerable for win purposes again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
6 FRAM CASTLE (IRE) (10)
Ch g Decorated Knight - Star of Bristol (USA)
4
O Orbital Racing Group & Miss E Donnelly Br Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
11 0
T Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
DARK BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, WHITE sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. Lost his way for Ollie Sangster towards the end of 2024 and showed only minor promise when well-held fourth on Newbury hurdle debut last month. Star RatingHHIII
RICHARD PATRICK
BOWEN
7 LIKE MAGIC (GER) (33) 0 11 0
B g Magician (IRE) - Loyalitat (GER)
O The Roaming Roosters
Br Gestut Karlshof
T Max Young, Sneads Green S Fitzdares Limited
ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE spots on sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual Flat winner in Germany but pulled too hard and well held on Ludlow hurdle debut for new yard 33 days ago. Has a tongue tie added this time. Star RatingHIIII
8 ANALIESE (GB) (26)
B f Harzand (IRE) - Amourice (IRE)
O Four Gents
41 10 13
Br Elms Bloodstock & Miss A Gibson Fleming
T Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth S Price & Son Groundworks
ROYAL BLUE, PINK stars, PINK and ROYAL BLUE hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut fourth well behind when scoring by 6 lengths at Hereford (2m, good to soft) 26 days ago. Likely capable of
Number of Declared Runners 8..................................................................................................(Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
D R A G O N B E T
Dragonbet have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
R E A T BR IT IS H BO NU S SC HE ME
The Dragonbet Backing Our Opinion At Cheltenham
Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)
for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3610; Second £1805; Third £902; Fourth £452. (Penalty Value £4710.78)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 EL GRANJERO (IRE) (30) 11-6522 BF 6 12 2
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Mexican Sky (IRE)
O C & C Boultbee Brooks Br Thomas James
T Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope S Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over hurdles last spring and returned to form in first-time cheekpieces with a near-miss at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, heavy) on NewYear’s Eve. Again found just one too good over the same C&D last month and this former point winner merits respect on chase debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 122
2 STRATAGEM
(FR) (283) 2/41/44-4 9 11 13
Gr g Sunday Break (JPN) - Our Ziga (FR)
O Mr David Maxwell
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br O. Triboire & S.C.E.A. Ecurie Des Jap
S The Fitzdares Club RED, BROWN sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort who made all in 3m Southwell hunter in May 2022. Hasn’t got near that level since but, on the upside, his mark continues to slide and he will be a danger to all if able to get back on track Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 119 MR
3 PILSDON PEN (GB) (27)
B g Helmet (AUS) - Bisou
O Mr Darren Langley
T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
23121-4 8 11 8
Br Highbury Stud Ltd
S Brendon Powerwashers
DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), EMERALD GREEN sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who won a pair of Wincanton handicap chases on soft ground last season. Entitled to come on for his Lingfield reappearance (first run on the back of a 13-month absence) and likely to be much closer to form here. Not discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating
4 SAINTE DOCTOR (FR) (24) 11/-3531 9 11 7
Gr m Doctor Dino (FR) - Pakoonah
O Mr John P. McManus
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.
Br Mr Jean-Marc Godefroy
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful final 2 starts of 2022/23 campaign before an 18-month absence. Back in the groove on fourth outing since returning from that hiatus, landing a 4-runner Fakenham handicap (21.2f, good) in ready fashion last month. 3lb rise easy to swallow and she has to enter calculations.
5 JUST LOOSE CHANGE (GB) (52)
Gr g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Ovilia (IRE)
O Bradley Partnership
T Nicky Martin, Minehead
U412P5 8 11 5
Br Mickley Stud, D McCain & D & F Lockwood
S Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd
MAROON, BEIGE star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner over hurdles and much improved in this sphere when rallying for success in novices’handicap at Huntingdon (23.6f, good) in November However, he has proved disappointing since and the first-time cheekpieces (on again here) failed to spark a return to form at Market Rasen last time
6 I SHUT THAT D’OR (FR) (54)
B g Barastraight - Anicka d’Or (FR)
O Mr Derrick Mayes
T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
YELLOW, RED stripe and sleeves.
001211 7 11 5
Br Mr Mathieu Lalanne & Mr Gilles Chaignon
S Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been rejuvenated by the switch to front-running tactics, making it 3 wins from his last 4 starts with a another near-fautless round of jumping at Hereford (19f, good to soft) in January. Every inch a leading contender, for all that this 5lb higher mark demands a new personal-best
RICHARD PATRICK
DAVID
RICHIE MCLERNON
BRENDAN POWELL
7 KORUS (FR) (28) 623033 5 10 11
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Chic Et Zen (FR)
O Glassex Holdings Ltd
Br Mrs Bernadette Quesny
T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn S 1Account Ltd
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who, having finished in the money on 3 of his 4 starts over hurdles, made an encouraging start in this sphere when third in a 7-runner Plumpton handicap (19.8f, soft). Promises to be suited by this stiffer test and he’s of strong interest with improvement on the cards Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 107
Number of Declared Runners 7
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
BETTING FORECAST:
11-4 I Shut That d’Or (FR), 4-1 Sainte Doctor (FR), 9-2 Korus (FR), 6-1 El Granjero (IRE), 15-2 Pilsdon Pen (GB), 10-1 Stratagem (FR), 28-1 Just Loose Change (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
None of these can be ruled out with any great confidence but KORUS nevertheless stands out on account of his potential following an encouraging debut in this sphere at Plumpton. The 5-y-o shapes as though he’ll benefit from this step up in trip and he shades preference ahead of in-form rivals Shut That d’Or and Sainte Doctor Chase debutant El Granjero is also interesting. 1-2-3:
1.KORUS (FR) 2.I SHUT THAT D’OR (FR) 3.SAINTE DOCTOR (FR) FREE
D R A G O N B E T Dragonbet have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse
G R E A T BR IT IS H BO NU S SC HE ME
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JAMES BOWEN
(Exacta)
2024: MORTENS LEAM 12 10 8 Harry Reed 85-40 (Mike Hawker) 4 ran
PLAY SMARTER
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H A P P Y
91 ST BI RT HD AY
A Lancashire lass who started work in the cotton mills working on the looms, then moving to work in the licensing trade in north Warwickshire before ending her working life as the go-to-girl to get things done at Siemens Automotive Engineers.
Always a party girl first on the dance floor and last to leave.
Loves a gin and tonic or two – but make them a double.
From the top of Snowdon to the bars of Benidorm and today her very first visit to a racecourse, just another tick off her bucket list.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM ALL YOUR FRIENDS & EVERYONE AT STRATFORD RACECOURSE
The Pricing By Real Bookmakers At Dragonbet
Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £6150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 KNOCKNAGAPPAGH (IRE) (46)
B m Getaway (GER) - Eimears Oscar (IRE)
O Edmunds Racing Club
2P6-P4P 9 11 12
Br Jerry Russell
T Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard S Science Supplements, Oakman Group PLC
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE striped sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden but likely would have won a handicap chase at Leicester in December but for a bad mistake at the last. In nothing like the same form when pulled up at Huntingdon since and now reverts to hurdles Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95
2 WELCHESTON WARRIER (GB) (19)
B g Mukhadram - Toubeera
O C & C Boultbee Brooks
0-6B0 5 11 12
Br Boultbee Brooks Ltd
T Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope S Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Only minor promise so far but more chance now handicapping over a trip which should suit on breeding Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95
3 SEASMOKE (IRE)
(18) 5044-14 7 11 4
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Tops Island (FR)
O Cavalry and Guards Racing
T Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
Br P. & A. Heskin
S Fairfax & Favor Ltd DARK BLUE, BEIGE stripe, MAROON cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Prominent racer who made it third time lucky in handicaps at Market Rasen (20.5f, good) last May. Merely passed beaten horses when remote fourth at Huntingdon 18 days ago but he might come on for that first outing in 9 months STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/2/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on. Star Rating
4 LES’S JERSEY ROYAL (IRE) (23) 5-50002 6 11 4
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Milano Glen (IRE)
O Mr Les de la Haye
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Gareth Metcalfe
S Fitzdares
BLACK, RED triple diamond, RED sleeves, BLACK armlets, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form, beaten 26 lengths when second in 21f Wincanton handicap last month. First-time cheekpieces will need to give him something extra.
5 ARCTIC ANGEL (IRE) (41) 3P0403 5 11 3
B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mandarli (IRE)
O Mr Billy Bates
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Fintina Kealey & Irene Giles
DARK BLUE, PINK stars on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted her best effort over hurdles on her handicap debut when third of 9 at Chepstow (19.5f, heavy) 6 weeks ago That form has been franked so she can go well again off the same mark.
6 PEARL’S PIRATE (GB) (27) 3-605 6 11 3
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Classic Pearl
O Mr J Preston and Mr C Cox
T Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Miss J. P. Hawkins
S KM Elite Products Ltd
BEIGE, BLACK and BEIGE diabolo on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, WHITE spots.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit sole bumper outing last March. Well beaten in novice hurdles since but may do better now handicapping over further Check the betting
MURRAY DODD (7)
RICHARD PATRICK
JAMES BOWEN
7 ILLICO DE MONTAVE (FR) (21) 440-500 7 10 13
Gr g Honolulu (IRE) - Sigit d’Acadour (FR)
O Mrs Rosemary Gasson
Br Mrs Isabelle Hautreux
T Rosemary Gasson, Banbury S Tote
EMERALD GREEN, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Reaching the frame in a pair of 2m novice hurdles last spring but has failed to make an impact in 4 handicaps subsequently. First-time cheekpieces will need to make a difference.
8 SUMMERLEAZE (IRE) (140) 052-40F 8 10 12
Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Wilton Milan (IRE)
O Mr Ralph Leonard Barton Br Michael Leacy
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
BLACK, WHITE stars, BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked limited so far but has switched to Olly Murphy since last seen in the autumn and she would firmly enter the reckoning if the betting speaks in her favour
9 QUITE THE GETAWAY (GB) (41) 3606-04 7 10 12
Gr m Getaway (GER) - Buddy Love
O Bevis & Houghton
T Robert Bevis, Duckington
PINK, MAROON triple diamond, sleeves and cap.
Br Richard Bevis
S Jeremy Houghton - Houghtonart
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame twice from 4 starts in bumpers but has yet to better poor form over hurdles, including 2 handicaps this winter.
10 GUGUSS COLLONGES (FR) (139) PP-00P0 C 9 10 10
B g Secret Singer (FR) - Une Collonges (FR)
O Mr Roger Teal
T Roger Teal, Lambourn
GREY, ROYAL BLUE sleeves and cap.
Br G.A.E.C Delorme
S Borras Construction Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over fences in autumn 2023 but has largely struggled over hurdles and fences since. First outing since October
11
B m Passing Glance - Exchanging Glances
O Robert and Sandra Davenport
T Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton
Br Mr R. & Mrs S. M. Davenport
S Andy Martin Racing
DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 3 bumpers/maiden hurdles Handicap debut
12 ONE MAN PARTY (FR) (2) 0P-6620 8 10 7
B g Authorized (IRE) - Ahdaaf (USA)
O Simon Hunt & Jack Hunt
Br Mr Eric Lemaitre
T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold S Winvic Construction Limited RED and WHITE check, BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran his best race when second of 6 in 3m Fakenham handicap 22 days ago but not in anything like the same form when fading into a remote seventh at Hereford on Saturday.
13 ATLANTIC POWER (IRE) (15) 3-00F03 5 10 5
B g Westerner - Adarenna (IRE)
O Sturminster Newton Building Supplies Ltd Br Mr Philip Wheatley
T Richenda Ford, Blandford Forum S Sturminster Newton Building Supplies
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form under Rules, coming in a well-held third on 2 3/4m Fontwell handicap debut (heavy) 15 days ago. Early days but improvement will be needed
14
NOWYOUVEBINANDUNIT
(GB)
B m Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Oceana Blue
O Mr Will Simmons
(15) 6324-5B 8 10 5
Br The C H F Partnership
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke MAROON, DARK BLUE star, diabolo on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice in handicaps for Simon Earle in summer 2023. Lightly raced since and didn’t get the chance to show what she could do (brought down early) on recent first outing for Neil Mulholland Star RatingHHHII
JAMES TURNER (5)
11-2 Arctic Angel (IRE), 6-1 Summerleaze (IRE), 8-1 Seasmoke (IRE), 10-1 Les’s Jersey Royal (IRE), Atlantic Power (IRE), Nowyouvebinandunit (GB), 14-1 Pearl’s Pirate (GB), 18-1 Illico de Montave (FR), 20-1 Quite The Getaway (GB), One Man Party (FR), 22-1 Knocknagappagh (IRE), Welcheston Warrier (GB), Guguss Collonges (FR), 28-1 Darcy’s Glance (GB) RACE SUMMARY:
ARCTIC ANGEL made a reasonably promising start to her handicap career at Chepstow and might prove the answer in a race where few arrive with compelling claims. Summerleaze has been the subject of an interesting trainer change and market support for her would look significant Seasmoke should strip fitter for last month’s Huntingdon run and completes the shortlist. 1-2-3:
The Dragonbet Born From The Betting Ring
Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Challenger
Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10650
Owners Prize Money Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538; Fifth £268. (Penalty Value £5624.26)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 BALHAMBAR (FR) (37)
B g Almanzor (FR) - Moojeh (IRE)
112-320 D 6 12 0
O Dr Paul Kelly and Mr Vernon Taylor Br Mr Xavier Moyer & Mme Annabelle Moyer
T Harry Derham, Newbury S OLBG
WHITE and DARK BLUE (quartered), DARK BLUE and WHITE halved sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved sent handicapping in this sphere last season and returned in similar vein, when excellent third at Cheltenham prior to chasing home a decent sort (Alnilam) at Southwell (15.8f). Not at his best from this mark in a better race latest but he’s a player down in grade if back on song. STEWARDS
NOTE: Following its run on 1/2/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. StarRatingHHHHI
2 GOLDEN MAVERICK (FR)
(35) 1-20441 D 5 11 9
B g Zarak (FR) - Waritta
O RaceShare - Golden Maverick Br Mr Jacques Herold
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S RaceShare BLACK, GOLD vertical braids and buttons, WHITE sleeves, GOLD star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat and three-time winner over hurdles for this yard. Travelled more kindly when fourth in first-time visor on penultimate run, reverted to type when going in snatches last time yet found plenty for pressure to score (Carlisle, 17f). Capable if first-time blinkers do the trick
3 MOON CHIME (GB) (19)
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Bella (FR)
3311-43 CD BF 7 11 8
O DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson Br Peel Bloodstock
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold S Pragnell
DARK BLUE, PINK Cross of Lorraine, PINK and DARK BLUE diabolo on sleeves, PINK cap, DARK BLUE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful dual bumper winner who scored twice in this sphere last season. Shaped well on his return when fourth at Carlisle but failed to justify market support when hanging away his chance when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f). May be worth keeping the faith off this mark.
4 MAASAI MARA (GB) (26) 212R-35 D 5 11 7
B g Roaring Lion (USA) - Wekeela (FR)
O Exors of the Late Mr K W Bell
Br The Wekeela Partnership
T John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn S K W Bell Group Ltd
LIGHT BLUE, RED braces, sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat in 2023 and looked promising when landing a Catterick juvenile last season. Unconvincing on the Level last summer but wasn’t disgraced when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) 26 days ago and he’s fairly handicapped if putting it all together. Star
5 SCHMILSSON (GB) (20) 23-1345 D 6 11 6
B g Muhaarar - Zee Zee Top
O Both Sides Of The Sea Syndicate
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Meon Valley Stud
S Motaclan
EMERALD GREEN and RED (quartered), hooped sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Second hurdle success when shading a tight finish in 2m Wetherby handicap on seasonal reappearance.
Hasn’t been able to hit those heights since, again a shade disappointing when fifth of 6 at Taunton (16.5f) 20 days ago, although that was a 0-140 and he’s not ruled out off 2lb in a weaker race Star RatingHHHII Official
6 HARA KIRI (FR) (99)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Beauty du Bidou (FR)
O Premier Plastering (UK) Limited
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
PINK, WHITE star, PINK sleeves, WHITE stars and cap.
63//311-1 D 8 11 5
Br Mr Fernand Sellier
S Motaclan
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived for new yard, completed a hat-trick winning a 15.5f handicap in testing conditions (has also won on better ground) at Leicester in December, beating a subsequent winner Relatively short absence isn’t a concern given how well he goes fresh and there could well be more improvement to come Star Rating
MORGAN (5)
7 MISTER WILSON
(IRE) (90) 360340 D 6 11 2
Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Volkovkha
O The Wilsons
T Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Br P. McEnery & B. McEnery
S Fitzdares Limited RED, WHITE braces, chevrons on sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent type whose losing run dates back to June 2023. Previously with Gavin Cromwell and offered little encouragement (in first-time hood) on debut for this yard in December. Others preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating
8 KLIC BOUM (FR) (26)
Br g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ula de Mai (FR)
O BAYTREE
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan BLACK, large BEIGE spots.
TIMEFORM VIEW Caught the eye in maiden/novice hurdles and similar
when third in 10-runner contest at Hereford (19.7f) last month.While drop
make use of his stamina in a race without much pace. Chance.
000053 5 10 7
Br Jerome Delaunay & Jean-Yves Touzaint
Number of Declared Runners 8..................................................................................................(Exacta)
Blinkers worn first time by No. 2.
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.
BETTING FORECAST:
10-3 Hara Kiri (FR), 4-1 Klic Boum (FR), 11-2 Balhambar (FR), Golden Maverick (FR), Moon Chime (GB), 10-1 Schmilsson (GB), 22-1 Maasai Mara (GB), 50-1 Mister Wilson (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY: A trappy event made even trickier by the obvious lack of pace. Bumper winner and dual hurdles scorer MOON CHIME doesn’t lack for speed at this level, and he could be worth another chance off a fair handicap mark. Hara Kiri arrives with obvious claims chasing a four-timer, while Balhambar has chased home some decent horses this season and despite disappointing on his latest start, is entitled to plenty of respect back down in grade. 1-2-3: 1.MOON
RICHARD PATRICK
Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds) for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9050
Owners Prize Money Winner £3777; Second £1889; Third £944; Fourth £472. (Penalty Value £4928.62)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 JETRONIC (FR)
(16) 516-P5P D 6 12 1
B g Reliable Man - Bejaya (FR)
O David Leon & James Devine
Br E. B. de La Motte & J. B. de La Salle
T Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham S KM Elite Products Ltd GREY, DARK BLUE cross belts, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner in France and landed a Plumpton novice hurdle for Paul Nicholls last spring. Little impact in 3 starts for present yard but he is at least coming down the weights and is also eased in class here. Star RatingHHIII
2 SALAMANCA BAY (IRE) (36)
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Almada (FR)
O Mr Allan Stennett
12-4P6P 9 11 10
Br D. Fenton, Elm Equine & Holling Equine
T Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead S Philip Hobbs Racing BEIGE and EMERALD GREEN check, BEIGE sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who was well served by fitting of a hood when off the mark over fences for Lucinda Russell at Ayr last March. No show in 3 starts for Dan Skelton this season and hopes pinned on another yard switch helping to spark a return to form Star
3 CAT TIGER (FR)
(118) 3U-2240 D 11 11 7
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Miss Canon (FR)
O Mr David Maxwell
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Mr J. Haimet & Har. De La Croix Sonnet
S The Fitzdares Club RED, BROWN sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful chaser at best but below-par both starts since rejoining former yard, including with first-time cheekpieces enlisted (retained here) at Lingfield latest Sole success over a trip shy of 2 1/2m was gained back in 2018 and he will almost certainly find things happening too quickly returned to 2m. Star
4 YES INDEED (FR) (252) P440-4P 8 11 6
B g Martaline - She Hates Me (IRE)
O Stephen Sugden and Helen Sugden Br Marie-Christine Gabeur
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
S Optima Self Store YELLOW and DARK BLUE diabolo, chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning chaser in France he’s yet to get his head in front on these shores and ran below-par at Worcester on latest appearance/final run for Jonjo & A.J O’Neill last summer Others preferred. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/7/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA
5 INTREPIDE SUD (FR) (34) 1/53-1PP 7 11 6
B g Coastal Path - Altitude Sud (FR)
O The Chicheley Partnership Br Mme Michele Juhen-Cypres
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S BresBet BLACK, RED sash, WHITE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner who opened his hurdling account in 2m novice at Uttoxeter in October Pulled up last 2 starts but makes chase debut off what looks a reasonable mark and he could be a factor if he takes to fences at the first attempt Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 112
6 NON STOP (FR) (28) 34-1352 BF 6 11 4
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Saint Hilary
O Gavigan Kennedy Sharp Br S.A.R.L. de Chambure Haras D’Etreham
T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
S Coral Racing Limited
ROYAL BLUE and RED (quartered), ORANGE sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Drew a blank over fences last season but returned to winning ways over hurdles when taking a handicap at Plumpton on return in November Lost little caste in defeat when runner-up back in this sphere last time and he’s a leading contender off the same mark here. Star RatingHHHII
MITCHELL (5)
DAVID MAXWELL
BOWEN
JONATHAN BURKE
BRENDAN POWELL
7 DANCING
IN
BRAZIL
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Hora
(GB) (32) 2446-43 6 11 2
O James & Jean Potter Ltd Br James and Jean Potter Ltd
T Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham S Potter Group, Potters House WHITE, RED braces, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap, RED star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who has performed with credit in handicap hurdles at Newbury and Huntingdon for new yard the last twice. Likely to be in the thick of things, provided that his jumping passes the test now tackling the larger obstacles Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 108
8 AS TEARS GO BY (GB) (28)
B g Vadamos (FR) - Our Girl Salley (IRE)
006233 D 7 10 7
O Mark E Smith and David Lestrange Br Mr Rowland Crellin
T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd WHITE, RED cross belts and sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice for Gordon Elliott in 2023 and, following a low-key start for present yard, he has stopped the slide to an extent on his last 3 starts, most recently finishing third of 6 in first-time cheekpieces (discarded here) at Catterick (19.2f, good to soft). Now tried in a tongue strap
Number of Declared Runners 8..................................................................................................(Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
9-4 Non Stop (FR), 4-1 Dancing In Brazil (GB), 13-2 Intrepide Sud (FR), 8-1 As Tears Go By (GB), 11-1 Cat Tiger (FR), 12-1 Salamanca Bay (IRE), 14-1 Jetronic (FR), 18-1 Yes Indeed (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
Chase debutants DANCING IN BRAZIL and Intrepide Sud may well come to the fore, assuming that they both get into a good rhythm jumping-wise. The latter has a bit to prove having pulled up in handicap hurdles the last twice but perhaps this change of vocation will help him get back on the right path. That said, Dancing In Brazil arrives here on the back of a couple of creditable efforts and he is marginally preferred. Non Stop is the clear pick of those with experience over fences. 1-2-3:
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Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 4)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8150
Owners Prize Money Winner £3292; Second £1645; Third £823; Fourth £412; Fifth £205. (Penalty Value £4304.01)
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 WOLFSPEAR (IRE) (20) 21U-5PU D 9 12 0
B g Fame And Glory - Espresso Lady (IRE)
O Olly Murphy Racing Club Br Exors of the Late John Harrington
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S Motaclan RED, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets and star on DARK BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice from 4 starts last term (also second here) but not at his best this season. A bounce back is needed Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110
2 HORS JEU (FR) (19) 4-124P0 5 11 13
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Belmiesque (FR)
O C & C Boultbee Brooks Br Mr Jean-Charles Escale
T Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope S Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited LIGHT BLUE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, BLACK star.
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful 17f hurdles winner in France last spring but he hasn’t fired in 3 runs since coming to Britain. Can only watch at present. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 109
3
CHICAGO STORM (GB) (17)
B g Dabirsim (FR) - Hoh My Darling
O Miss Daisy Hitchins
T Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check
6-00125 6 11 12
Br Ashtown B/S, O.B SARL, E.Puerari, G.Bozo
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Dundalk claimer on final run for previous stable and caused a surprise back over hurdles for new yard winning a 17-runner handicap at Wincanton in January. Has backed that up with 2 creditable efforts around 2m since and player if stamina holds now stepping back up in trip.,
4 MINELLA DOUBLE (IRE) (125) 30145P 7 11 11
B g Shantou (USA) - Lady Dromlac (IRE)
O S Wood
T Rob Summers, Solihull
Br Geoffrey Thompson
PURPLE, WHITE star, WHITE and PURPLE striped sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1 winner of a handicap at Worcester (2 1/2m, good) in August but hasn’t come close to reproducing that form in 3 subsequent outings This is his first run for 4 months STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/11/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly and hung left.
5 LOUGH OWEL (IRE) (180) 3534-00 7 11 7
B g Hillstar - Luanna (IRE)
O One Too Many Syndicate
T Dean Summersby, Kellacott
Br Garryrichard Stud
GREY and RED (quartered), RED sleeves, GREY stars, GREY cap, RED stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form at best for Gordon Elliott but ended time with that yard on a low note and well beaten on Worcester stable debut in September Off since. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/9/2024
was reported that the horse hung left-handed
6 SAMBEZI (FR) (17) 54-P60P D 9 11 6
B g Rajsaman (FR) - Tunis (FR)
O Mrs Sarah McLean
T Oliver Signy, Lambourn
WHITE and RED check, diabolo on sleeves.
Br Mr Alban Chevalier Du Fau et al
S Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who took handicaps at Fontwell and Worcester in spring 2023 but has found life harder since, dropping away quickly back from a break at Warwick 17 days ago.
JOSHUA BRYAN
RICHARD PATRICK
MR
ROBBIE DAVID (7)
(3)
7 SANDSCAPE (GB) (45) 4-052P 5 11 5
B g Cityscape - Hayley Belle (IRE)
O Mr P. B. T. Armitage
Br Mr P. B. T. Armitage
T Henry Daly, Ludlow S Humphrey Butler Ltd RED and WHITE stripes, WHITE sleeves, RED armlets
TIMEFORM VIEW Steady progress in maiden/novice hurdles but Sandown handicap debut in January was disappointing, pulling up. Early days but had to make a good case for.
8 TED’S FRIEND (IRE) (17) 423200 9 11 3
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Water Rock
O Mrs Carolyn Kendrick Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S BresBet DARK GREEN, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner but has run well below-par the last twice, albeit 2m was on the short side last time and the handicapper has given him a chance. No surprise were he to go well
9 MONSANT (IRE) (34) 06-600P 7 11 2
B g Laverock (IRE) - Last Hope (IRE)
O Paul McKeon
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
BLACK, WHITE epaulets, PINK cap.
Br Clongiffin Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on first 2 outings back in 2023 but hasn’t kicked on from that, including in 3 handicaps since joining Neil Mulholland Star
10 MISS KASSIOPI (GB) (27) 0-55325 6 11 0
B m Recharge (IRE) - Centplicity
O Fawley House Stud
T Danni O’Neill, North Fawley
GREEN, CHOCOLATE striped sleeves, CHOCOLATE cap.
Br Fawley House Stud
S Fawley House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers but placed twice in ordinary maiden hurdles in the autumn. Well beaten back from a break at Lingfield 4 weeks ago but more chance now handicapping in first-time headgear.
11 STORMING NELSON (IRE) (17) 56-P00P 6 10 13
B g Mount Nelson - Storming Strumpet
O Mr D. V. Gardner
Br Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary
T Susan Gardner, Longdown S Woodhayes Stud
ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW sash, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of an Exeter novice last January but has offered little in 6 subsequent handicap starts Best to look elsewhere. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 95
12 BENVOY (IRE) (8) 431 4 10 13
B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Mont Etoile (IRE) (in 7lb ex)
O These Girls Can Syndicate
T Jo Davis, East Garston
NON-RUNNER
Br D. L. O’Byrne
, Garst making
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat in Ireland wand going the right way over hurdles for Jo Davis, making a winning start to his handicap career when seeing off 11 rivals over 2m at Huntingdon 8 days ago The front 2 were well clear and he should make a bold bid under a 7lb penalty. NON RUNNER.
13 GET THE VALUE (IRE) (200) 00-652P 7 10 10
B g Getaway (GER) - Valsugana (IRE)
O The Cross Racing Club
Br A. P. Heskin Ltd
T John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn S Tote DARK GREEN, LIGHT GREEN epaulets and armlets
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 12 at Newton Abbot in July but pulled up back there the following month and not seen since. Might be best watched this time
14 DISH OF THE DAY (IRE) (69) 5P-F06P 7 10 8
Br g Famous Name - Inch Princess (IRE)
O Bradley Partnership
T Nicky Martin, Minehead
Br Mrs Mary Tynan Phelan
S Charles Simpson Organisation Ltd MAROON, BEIGE star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to fire this term, pulling up over 3m at Uttoxeter when last seen on New Year’s Eve. Drops in trip with cheekpieces added back from 10 weeks off
RICHIE MCLERNON
LUCY GARDNER
Number of Declared Runners 14 (Exacta)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10, 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 8, 11, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6.
RE SU
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE
BETTING FORECAST:
5-2 Chicago Storm (GB), 8-1 Sambezi (FR), Ted’s Friend (IRE), Dish of The Day (IRE), 12-1 Wolfspear (IRE), 14-1 Storming Nelson (IRE), Get The Value (IRE), 20-1 Lough Owel (IRE), Sandscape (GB), 28-1 Minella Double (IRE), Miss Kassiopi (GB), 40-1 Hors Jeu (FR), Monsant (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
CHICAGO STORM’s stamina isn’t assured but he’s made a fine start to life with Daisy Hitchins and gets the vote. Ted’s Friend hasn’t fired the last twice but is well treated if staging a revival.
1-2-3: 1.CHICAGO STORM 2.TED’S FRIEND (IRE) 3.DISH OF THE DAY (IRE)
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Novices’ Hunters’ Steeple Chase
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds) for novice five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £4800
Owners Prize Money Winner £2141; Second £1071; Third £535; Fourth £268. (Penalty Value £2463.84) HC
SEE PAGE 47 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 BARTON SNOW (IRE) (36) 6-04121 8 11 12
B g Snow Sky - Academy Rose (IRE)
O The MMI Partnership H Percy
T J. J. O’Shea, Nantwich YELLOW, MAROON cross belts and sleeves, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers/over hurdles in Ireland but has won a couple of points for new connections ahead of this hunter debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating
2 BELLANEY LORD (IRE) (15) 312-041 9 11 12
Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Bellaney Lady (IRE)
O Mrs S. J. Easterby H Sinnington
T W. Easterby, Malton ROYAL BLUE, BROWN epaulets, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler for Stuart Crawford. Has won in the pointing field for current connections, including on latest start 15 days ago Hunter debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109
3 CALDWELL DIAMOND (FR) (32) 100/P1-U 8 11 12
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Kerry Rose (FR)
O Mr I. M. Cobbold H Kimblewick
T Alan Hill, Aston Rowant
WHITE, LIGHT GREEN cross belts, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE hooped sleeves, LIGHT GREEN and ROYAL BLUE quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairyhouse maiden hurdle winner for Gordon Elliot in November 2022. Struggled subsequently under Rules ran out the easy winner of a point for Alan Hill last spring 11/1, unseated fifth on Ffos Las hunter debut last month.
4 GET BYE (IRE) (43) r222-P2 10 11 12
B g Getaway (GER) - Cappa Or (IRE)
O Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell
T Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell, Chipping Norton
H Tivyside
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE stripe, armlets and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler/chaser for Tom George earlier in career Consistent in points for current connections but pulled up on Warwick hunter debut in January.
5 GO SACRE GO (FR) (39) 5U/3P1/-2 9 11 12
B g Network (GER) - Altesse Sacree (FR)
O Mrs P. Todd H Portman
T Mrs S. Alner, Blandford
MAROON, BEIGE sleeves, MAROON spots
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made an excellent return from a long absence when second on 25f Wincanton hunter debut at the end of January. Sure to go well if showing up in similar form
6 SCORESBY (GB) (15) F-1132U BF 8 11 12
Br g Millenary - Lewesdon Duchess
O Mr Bob Butler H Seavington
T H. Ryall, Crewkerne ORANGE, YELLOW star, hooped sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW No show in bumpers/hurdles but 4 point wins since and in command when unseating latest. Hunter debut. Star RatingHHHII
HUW EDWARDS (3)
(5)
MRS IZZIE
HILL (5)
MISS AMBER JACKSONFENNELL (7)
MISS NATALIE PARKER
ROBBIE DAVID (5)
7 VIROFLAY (FR) (22) 2P/113-1 8 11 12
B g Air Chief Marshal (IRE) - Red Vixen (IRE)
O Mr Paul Nicholls & Mr John Bolton H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale
T Miss Olive Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
VIOLET and WHITE check, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on the first of 2 starts in hunters in spring 2023 and prolific again in the pointing field since, including a wide-margin reappearance win at Larkhill last month. The one to beat.
8 MISSED TEE (IRE) (20)
B m Fame And Glory - Paradise Lily (IRE)
P3-344P 8 11 5
O Miss Sarah A. Dawson H North Cotswold
T Miss V. Collins, Broadway ROYAL BLUE, PINK star, WHITE and
TIMEFORM VIEW Has reached the frame 4
Number of Declared Runners 8..................................................................................................(Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.
10-1 Bellaney Lord (IRE), 12-1 Scoresby (GB), 22-1
RACE SUMMARY:
VIROFLAY warmed up for this with an easy point win last month and can make it third time lucky in hunters. Go Sacre Go will be a threat if reproducing the form of his comeback second at Wincanton. Barton Snow may prove best of the rest. 1-2-3: 1.VIROFLAY (FR) 2.GO SACRE GO (FR) 3.BARTON SNOW (IRE)
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R A C E CO ND IT IO N S
First Race 1.50 - THE DRAGONBET ONCOURSE AND ONLINE JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for juvenile four yrs old Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb DragonBet will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 13 entries at £50. - Closed March 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.20 - THE DRAGONBET BACKING OUR OPINION AT CHELTENHAM HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2170, the third £1084 and the fourth £543. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after March 1st, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb DragonBet have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 14 entries at £36. - Closed March 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3610; Second £1805; Third £902; Fourth £452. (Penalty Value £4710.78)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.50 - THE PRICING BY REAL BOOKMAKERS AT DRAGONBET NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £27 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after March 1st, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb 27 entries at £27. - Closed March 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.20 - THE DRAGONBET BORN FROM THE BETTING RING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5624 to the winning horse The second to receive £2587, the third £1293, the fourth £647 and the fifth £322. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £47 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after March 1st, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb DragonBet will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 19th April, 2025. 12 entries at £47. - Closed March 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4302; Second £2150; Third £1076; Fourth £538; Fifth £268. (Penalty Value £5624.26)
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.50 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED ON dragonbet.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4928 to the winning horse The second to receive £2270, the third £1134 and the fourth £568. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after March 1st, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. DragonBet will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 13 entries, 1 at £7 and 12 at £36. - Closed March 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3777; Second £1889; Third £944; Fourth £472. (Penalty Value £4928.62)
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.20 - THE DRAGONBET SUPPORTING UK RACECOURSES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4304 to the winning horse The second to receive £1980, the third £990, the fourth £495 and the fifth £246. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after March 1st, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb DragonBet for sponsoring and providing the £50 BTO award 23 entries at £40. - Closed March 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3292; Second £1645; Third £823; Fourth £412; Fifth £205. (Penalty Value £4304.01)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.50 - THE DRAGONBET PROUD SPONSORS OF STRATFORD RACEDAY NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2463 to the winning horse The second to receive £1232, the third £615 and the fourth £308. for novice five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £23 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. DragonBet has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The Credit Call Cup will be presented and then retained by the Racecourse NOTE: For the year 2025, the term‘Novice’for Hunters’Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2024. 9 entries at £23. - Closed March 4th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2141; Second £1071; Third £535; Fourth £268. (Penalty Value £2463.84) HC SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
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