Taunton Racecard - Weatherbys Portman Cup Day

SATURDAY 23RD JANUARY 2021 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

THE PORTMAN CUP CHASE RACEDAY SATURDAY 23RD JANUARY 2021 Today’s Schedule Page Time Race 6

12:30

British EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle

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1:05

Summerfield Developments Handicap Hurdle

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1:35

Foresters Garden Buildings Handicap Hurdle

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2:10

Weatherbys Portman Cup Chase

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2:45

Invest Southwest Seniors’ Handicap Hurdle

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3:25

Summerfield Developments Handicap Hurdle

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4:00

Newton King Estate Agents Mares’ Handicap Chase

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4:30

C & D Southwest Mares’ Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race

Today’s Officials Stewards

Clerk of the Course

R.H.M Westropp (Chief Steward) J. Goodman (Stewards’ Panel Chair) C. Hill, F. Sweeney, G. Upton

J. Loosemore

Commentator A. Ennis

Starters

Medical Officers

P. Hickman S. Upton

Dr J. Heathcock, Dr J. Louis, Dr O. Mort, Dr J. Peoples, Dr P. Pritchard & Dr T. M. Tilsley

Judge G. M. Lewis

Veterinary Surgeons

Clerk of the Scales

A. F. Lees, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S., K. M. Jones, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S. & T. Gliddon, B.V.Sc., Cert.E.P., M.R.C.V.S. C. Martin-Pope, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S.

G. Robarts

Veterinary Officer G. Potts

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers D. Fox, M. Baker, S. Shilston

Taunton Racecourse Company Ltd Directors: M. J. Foden (Chairman), J. S. B. White, P. K. Barber, C. J. Dunn, N. Engert, D. H. Griffin, R. J. Young (Managing)

Taunton Racecourse, Orchard Portman, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 7BL Web: www.tauntonracecourse.co.uk Telephone: 01823 337172 Email: info@tauntonracecourse.co.uk

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Sam Twiston-Davies J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Potensis S

Br Gr m Kayf Tara - Poppet O Mr R. J. H. Geffen B Mr R. J. H. Geffen

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who won a bumper readily here in April and has taken well to hurdling since, winning at Exeter before showing useful form in defeat at Sandown. Drop in trip no problem. Hard to beat.

TFR★★★★★ BHA135

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Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: ★★★★★ Selected to win the race. ★★★★✩ Good chance of being placed. ★★★✩✩ By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims. ★★✩✩✩ Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. ★✩✩✩✩ Can be given little or no chance.

Official BHA Ratings Explained 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).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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First Race 12.30 The British EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Qualifier) (GBB Race) for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old x Total race value £5800 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2873, 2nd £952, 3rd £476, 4th £238.

(Penalty Value £3768.84)

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Race Description

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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 miles and three furlongs novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged between four and seven-years-old which have not won more than three hurdle races.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

colours no horse

1 ALAPHILIPPE (IRE) (32) 4P1-111 Br B g Morozov (USA) - Oscar Bird (IRE) O Mr Nic Brereton B Bryan Mangan

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

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7 11-12

Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who is unbeaten in a bumper and 2 hurdles since joining this yard. Likely he has more to offer and even a double penalty may not stop him.

TFRHHHHI BHA128

2 SEELOTMOREBUSINESS (IRE) (75) 11 Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Land of Pride (IRE) O The Stewart Family B Ms Mags Melody

6 11-8 Bryony Frost J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Created a good impression when making a winning start in Ffos Las bumper and overcame inexperience to maintain unbeaten record switched to hurdling at Chepstow 11 weeks ago. Will improve up in trip.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 STELLAR MAGIC (IRE) (24) 1-1 CD Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Inter Alia (IRE) O Mr Allan Stennett B Michael Ronayne

6 11-8 Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T Allseasons Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who justifield strong support to make a winning hurdling debut (9/4) over this C&D 24 days ago, showed his inexperience when hitting the front suggesting there’s a fair bit more to come.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 AERONISI (IRE) (86) 5 Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Carrigeen Lonicera (IRE) O Aircraft Tool Hire Ltd B Mrs R. H. Lalor

5 11-2 Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked one for the longer term when 50/1, fifth of 11 in novice hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, good to soft) on NH debut 86 days ago, merely plugging on.

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 GET ON JEREMY (IRE) (47) P Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Sitetanic (IRE) O Mr J. Grant Cann B James O’Connor

6 11-2 Micheal Nolan J Grant Cann, Lower Hamswell T Fraser Bush Industries S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made an inauspicious start over hurdles when pulled up at Plumpton (20.5f, soft, 150/1) on NH debut 47 days ago.

Faces another struggle here.

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 GREEN DOLPHIN (IRE) (382) 315/P5- Br B g Oscar (IRE) - Shamrock Miss (IRE) O Mr Michael Pescod B Diarmuid and Michael O’Connor

7 11-2 Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Chibley Farm Partnership S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner in bumpers. Strong in betting but proved a major disappointment when pulled up on Aintree hurdle bow and didn’t show much when a well beaten fifth over C&D 12 months ago.

TFRHHHII BHA-

7 MECHELEN STAR (GB) (157) P Br B g Malinas (GER) - Lily Lenor (IRE) O Dan Gilbert & Kristian Strangeway B Kristian Strangeway & Dan Gilbert

5 11-2 Lilly Pinchin (5) J Shaun Lycett, Witney T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Malinas gelding who could hardly have shown any less when pulled up in novice hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, soft) on NH debut in August. Readily passed over.

TFRHIIII BHA-

8 PORT O’CLOCK (IRE) (321) 5F/P11- Br Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Rever Up (IRE) O John Gardener Torben Hughes B Mr S. Wafer

6 11-2 James Best J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

TIMEFORM VIEW €2,000 3-y-o, Sans Frontieres gelding. Brother to fair hurdler/chaser Little Red Lion. Dam point winner. Wears tongue strap.

Won last 2 of 5 starts in points, sole finisher latest (Mar 2020).

TFRHIIII BHA-

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9 REVELS HILL (IRE) (14) U1-60

6 11-2

Br B g Mahler - Chlolo Supreme (IRE) O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates-Revels Hil B Mrs Kay Cottrell

Kevin Brogan (5) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made promising hurdling bow when sixth of 12 in novice at Leicester (20.5f, soft) in November.

However went backwards from that effort a fortnight ago so probably best watched.

TFRHHIII BHA-

10 SAM BARTON (GB) (59) 3-52 BF

6 11-2

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Bartons Bride (IRE) O Mr Trevor Hemmings B H.R.H. The Princess Royal

Ben Jones (3) J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Trust Inns Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy gelding who shaped well sole outing in bumper and has gone well in a couple of starts over hurdles, second of 13 in novice hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, soft) 59 days ago. Place claims.

TFRHHHII BHA-

11 THE BOAT (IRE) (55) 00

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Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Whenever Wherever (IRE) O Mr R. E. R. Williams B Coolrain Stables

Conor Ring (3) J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked one for the longer term when well held both starts.

TFRHIIII BHA-

12 TILE TAPPER (GB) (21) 3/41-323

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Br B g Malinas (GER) - Darn Hot O Cotswold Stone Supplies Ltd B No Illusions Partnership

Bryan Carver (3) J Chris Honour, Ashburton T Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who made positive start over hurdles when second to the unbeaten Metier at Ascot in November.

Much further behind that rival in Grade 1 next time but should make his presence felt here.

TFRHHHHH BHA130

13 MYFANWY’S JEWEL (GB) (14) 0P0 Br B m Arvico (FR) - Lady Myfanwy O Best by Miles B PB Miles & Mrs M Miles

6 10-9 Cillin Leonard (7) J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

TIMEFORM VIEW Went with little encouragement in a Ludlow bumper on debut in November and little impact both starts over hurdles so far.

TFRHIIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 13 2020: BUTTERWICK BROOK (IRE) 5 11 2 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 9-4 (Colin Tizzard) 12 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8.

Stewards Note: REVELS HILL: Following its run on 9/1/2021 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

SAM BARTON: Following its run on 25/11/2020 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Tile Tapper (GB), 7-2 Seelotmorebusiness (IRE), 5-1 Alaphilippe (IRE), Stellar Magic (IRE), 7-1 Sam Barton (GB), 25-1 Green Dolphin (IRE), 50-1 Aeronisi (IRE), Revels Hill (IRE), 150-1 Mechelen Star (GB), 250-1 Get On Jeremy (IRE), 300-1 Port O’Clock (IRE), The Boat (IRE), Myfanwy’s Jewel (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

An intriguing opener in which Chris Honour’s TILE TAPPER gets the vote to open his account in this sphere having not been disgraced behind the unbeaten Metier on both starts over timber so far. He faces some serious opposition however, with Seelotmorebusiness, Alaphilippe and Stellar Magic all looking sure-fire improvers, and they won’t allow the selection to have it all his own way.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TILE TAPPER 2.SEELOTMOREBUSINESS (IRE) 3.ALAPHILIPPE (IRE)

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Second Race 1.05 The Summerfield Developments Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Div I) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £5844 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2130, 2nd £706, 3rd £353, 4th £292, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £2794.14) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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Race Description This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. 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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1 ST LAWRENCE GAP (IRE) (76) P60000

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Br Ch g Tagula (IRE) - Kannon O Stephen R Hodgkinson & Partner B Paul Starr

Lewis Stones (7) J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T McCoy Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler at best but hard to warm to his exploits over fences/hurdles so far this term. Headgear/tongue tie re-fitted.

TFRHHIII BHA100

2 TACTICAL MANOEUVRE (IRE) (24) 110-655 CD Br B g Marienbard (IRE) - Pride O’Fleet (IRE) O The Tacticians B George Lamont

10 11-11 Luca Morgan (7) J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched third C&D success when completing the hat-trick here in February. However, was below form when fifth over this C&D 24 days ago and needs to show more before becoming of serious interest.

TFRHHIII BHA99

3 MILREU HAS (FR) (85) 6P0-0 BF Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Miss Benedicte (FR) O Mr John P. McManus B S.C.E.A. Hamel Stud

6 11-9 Aidan Coleman J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in 3 starts over hurdles last season and made little impact on return pitched into handicap company from a lofty mark judged on what he’s acheived so far. Has had a breathing operation.

TFRHHHII BHA97

4 RUSSIAN SERVICE (GB) (24) 21-U060 CD Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Just Kate O Stephen Mattick and Mr D.P. Drinkwater B C. B. Brookes

9 11-7

Liam Harrison (7) J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last season’s best efforts were over this C&D, second to Tactical Manoeuvre in February before getting the better of Chinwag in a 9-runner handicap a month later. Below par so far this season, though.

TFRHHHII BHA95

5 THAT’S ME (IRE) (63) 6P/-560

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Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Mariana de Lahaye (IRE) O Mrs C. M. Marles B Tommy James & Ms Lucy Norton

Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability when midfield in a few starts over hurdles in recent months and may do better upped in trip for his handicap debut.

TFRHHHII BHA94

6 PRESENT DESTINY (IRE) (62) 355PP/-P Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Anns Present (IRE) O Gill & Stan Reid B S. Cotter

9 11-2 Ben Jones (3) J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Mixed record for Seamus Mullins. Also pulled up in 2 handicap hurdles for Paul Henderson in 2019 and was well backed but ran poorly on first start for Emma Lavelle/after 22 months off last time.

TFRHHHII BHA90

7 WHAT A BALOO (IRE) (24) 00P-00 Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Luca Lite (IRE) O Share My Dream B James O’Connor

6 11-1 Bryony Frost J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORM VIEW Started at huge prices on both starts for this yard this term and looks to have plenty of work to do once again.

TFRHHIII BHA89

8 YOUVEBROKENMYDREAM (GB) (39) 00/052-F Br B m Geordieland (FR) - Mollycarrs Gambul O Mrs J A Carr-Evans and Ms Susan Evans B Susan L. C. Evans

6 10-13 Jay Tidball (10) J Bill Turner, Sherborne T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler but off 14 months and running poorly when fell 4 out in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Wincanton (19.8f) 39 days ago. Needs to step forward now.

TFRHHIII BHA87

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9 LINGUINE (FR) (10) 4-00000

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Br Ch g Linngari (IRE) - Amerissage (USA) O Mr A. Rennison B Mr Rupert Plersch

James Best J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T

TIMEFORM VIEW On a lengthy losing run and has suffered 4 heavy defeats in handicaps this season, including on first start for this yard last time.

TFRHHIII BHA86

10 BANANA JOE (IRE) (83) 0/50PP-2

7 10-11

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Rosetiepy (FR) O Slater Stockwood Nicholson Partnership B John White

Tom O’Brien J Henry Daly, Ludlow T Simply Business S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not much promise in maiden/novice hurdles and pulled up on last 2 starts under Rules 10 months ago. Runner-up in points back in November but others more persuasive on first start for new yard.

TFRHHHII BHA85

11 PANATOS (FR) (9) 00-3605

6 10-9

Br B g Denon (USA) - Prairie Scilla (GER) O Helium Racing Ltd B Appapays Racing Club

Cillin Leonard (7) J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on last season’s 3 efforts over hurdles when third on return/handicap debut at Newton Abbot (16.8f).

Unable to build on that three times since so mark continues to fall.

TFRHHHHI BHA83

12 GALACTIC POWER (IRE) (52) B/0004-2 D Br Ch g Gamut (IRE) - Celtic Peace (IRE) O Robin Dickin Racing Club B J. P. N. Parker

11 10-9

Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Robin Dickin, Alcester T Clay Street Property Consultants S

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last term with fair fourth in 2m handicap at Huntingdon in March and found only a well-in subsequent winner too good on last month’s reappearance. One to consider.

TFRHHHHH BHA83

13 IFANDABUT (IRE) (50) 10/04-00

9 10-6

Br B g Scorpion (IRE) - Native Wonder (IRE) O The Gambling Cousins B Ms Colette O’Driscoll

Mitchell Bastyan (3) J Phillip Dando, Peterston-Super-Ely T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Exeter winner back in early-2019 who probably still needed the outing when well held there 7 weeks ago.

Cheekpieces on 1st time but plenty more needed to feature.

TFRHHIII BHA80

14 MISS HARRIETT (GB) (39) 400-060 Br B m Arvico (FR) - Ivorsagoodun O Mr P. G. Gibbins B P. G. Gibbins

5 10-6 Ben Poste J Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary T Polly Gundry Training S

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler who arrives on back of below-form eighth of 17 in 20f handicap at Wincanton 39 days ago.

Needs a big step forward.

TFRHHIII BHA80 DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2020: TACTICAL MANOEUVRE (IRE) 9 10 13 Rex Dingle 9-4 (Jeremy Scott) 16 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 13. Hood worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 14. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Galactic Power (IRE), 5-1 Milreu Has (FR), 9-1 Tactical Manoeuvre (IRE), Panatos (FR), 11-1 Present Destiny (IRE), 12-1 Russian Service (GB), 14-1 That’s Me (IRE), 18-1 Banana Joe (IRE), 22-1 Miss Harriett (GB), 25-1 Youvebrokenmydream (GB), 28-1 St Lawrence Gap (IRE), What A Baloo (IRE), Linguine (FR), Ifandabut (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A chance is taken on Robin Dickin’s 11-y-o GALACTIC POWER, who bounced back to some form after 9 months off when runner-up at Ludlow last month, giving best only to an unpenalised previous winner. He hasn’t won for a while, but looks to have every chance of bucking that trend here. Panatos’ mark continues to fall so he’s a tentative selection for second, ahead of Milreu Has and Russian Service.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GALACTIC POWER (IRE) 2.PANATOS (FR) 3.MILREU HAS (FR)

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Third Race 1.35 The Foresters Garden Buildings Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7273 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2873, 2nd £952, 3rd £476, 4th £296, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280.

2m 104y (Penalty Value £3768.84) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description This is a two miles and half a furlong handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 115.

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 a horse rated 115 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 100.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

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1 CHINWAG (GB) (24) 12-3611 C D Br B g Trans Island - Clohamon Gossip (IRE) O The Boot Inn Partnership B T. C. Dawson

T Trainer

S Sponsor

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6 11-12

Harry Reed (3) J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T THE BOOT INN TISBURY S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways following a wind op in first-time tongue strap at Wincanton (15.3f) on Boxing Day. Better still when striking again here (19f, heavy) 4 days later and another bold show likely.

TFRHHHII BHA113

2 TORCELLO (IRE) (43) 500/00-0 D

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Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Islandagore (IRE) O Mr Dan Gilbert B Rathasker Stud

7 11-12 Lilly Pinchin (5) J Shaun Lycett, Witney T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Went close on the Flat at Newbury back from an 11-month absence in October, but beaten a long way both starts since, including on hurdles reappearance at Cheltenham.

TFRHHIII BHA113

3 BRAN (GB) (51) 40FP-PF Br B g Sakhee (USA) - Cup of Love (USA) O Mr M. Kehoe B M. Kehoe

6 11-11 James Best J Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell T Fences Farm S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has failed to complete on 4 of his 5 starts over hurdles, well held when departing at the final flight in a Leicester novice last time. Cheekpieces enlisted for this handicap debut.

TFRHIIII BHA112

4 LILL SMITH (IRE) (55) 2400-F0 Br B m Gold Well - Vivachi (IRE) O Catch Twenty Two B Arctic Tack Stud

8 11-3 Lee Edwards J Henry Oliver, Abberley T Tote, Hatt Kitchens S

TIMEFORM VIEW Some decent efforts for Noel Meade in Ireland and encouraging signs prior to falling 2 out on return/debut for new yard at Uttoxeter. However, she ran no sort of a race at Leicester next time.

TFRHHIII BHA104

5 STATE CROWN (IRE) (20) 323 Br Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Patroness O six franks B Godolphin

4 11-3 Tom O’Brien J Evan Williams, Llancarfan T SWIFT DIGITAL SERVICES S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability for Charlie Appleby on the Flat and placed all 3 starts in this sphere. Capable of better than he was able to show in 2m Plumpton handicap latest and remains open to improvement.

TFRHHHHH BHA115

6 DETATCHED (IRE) (39) 236-010 D Br B g Beneficial - Witneses Daughter (IRE) O CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd B J. Lavan & G. Phelan

9 11-3 Millie Wonnacott (7) J Henry Oliver, Abberley T Tote, Hatt Kitchens S

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who gained first hurdling success at Uttoxeter before fair seventh under inexperienced rider at Catterick. Cheekpieces go on now and he’s in with an each-way shout.

TFRHHHII BHA104

7 PYRAMID PLACE (IRE) (14) 210 Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Attima O M. F. Harris B Kingsley Park Ltd

4 10-6 Paddy Brennan J Milton Harris, Warminster T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat and went one better than on hurdles debut when accounting for 5 rivals in a Bangor maiden.

Flying too high in Grade 1 company at Chepstow recently and this is more realistic.

TFRHHHHI BHA104

8 OXFORD BLU (GB) (59) F/5005-0 D Br B g Aqlaam - Blue Zealot (IRE) O Lady Susan Brooke B Mrs Olivia Hoare

7 10-3 Tabitha Worsley (5) J Lady Susan Brooke, Llandrindod Wells T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time fair hurdler who underperformed for Olly Murphy last term and he was in trouble some way out when last of 11 on yard debut/return at Hereford in November.

TFRHIIII BHA90

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2020: KNIGHT DESTROYER (IRE) 6 11 8 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 11-2 (Jonjo O’Neill) 11 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 6. Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4.

Stewards Note: DETATCHED: Following its run on 15/12/2020 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Chinwag (GB), 3-1 State Crown (IRE), 9-2 Pyramid Place (IRE), 17-2 Detatched (IRE), 11-1 Torcello (IRE), 28-1 Lill Smith (IRE), 40-1 Bran (GB), 200-1 Oxford Blu (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

There should be better to come from STATE CROWN, who understandably ran out of petrol in the closing stages after racing close to the pace in a strongly-run affair at Plumpton last time. The emphasis on stamina is unlikely to be so great here and he gets the nod ahead of Pyramid Place, who is on a fair-looking mark for this handicap debut, and the hat-trick seeking Chinwag.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STATE CROWN (IRE) 2.PYRAMID PLACE (IRE) 3.CHINWAG

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Fourth Race 2.10 The Weatherbys Portman Cup Steeple Chase (Class 2) (GBB Race) for five yrs old and upwards x Total race value £18500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8902, 2nd £2973, 3rd £1486, 4th £744, 5th £372.

(Penalty Value £11710.50)

3m 4f 85y

Race Description This is a three miles and four furlongs handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

colours no horse

S Sponsor

age

1 AL ROC (FR) (203) 02-0612

st-lb

10 11-4

Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Al Cov (FR) O Comedy Club Partnership B Mr Emmanuel Clayeux

Lee Edwards J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T Carehome Selection Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser in France and was runner-up in a Group 2 at Auteuil when last seen in July. Respected but no easy task under a penalty on debut for this yard.

TFRHHHII BHA158

2 IF THE CAP FITS (IRE) (28) 1/15-123 C Br B g Milan - Derravaragh Sayra (IRE) O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede B Liam Gilsenan

9 11-0 James Bowen J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Ptarmigan Media Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade-1 winning hurdler who scored easily at Ffos Las on chase debut. Hasn’t looked a natural upped in class since, picking up the pieces when third in Grade 1 at Kempton. Step up in trip may help.

TFRHHHHI BHA152

3 LOOKSNOWTLIKEBRIAN (IRE) (72) 4PP-432

4

Br B g Brian Boru - Sheebadiva (IRE) O SC Botham & RG Botham B Mr John Hosford

10 11-0 Charlie Price J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sketchy jumper but did at least keep the mistakes down when runner-up in handicap here (23f) last month.

Easy to oppose in this company, however.

TFRHIIII BHA131

4 ROCK THE KASBAH (IRE) (371) 6BP/022- Br Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Impudent (IRE) O Mrs Diana L. Whateley B Joe Rogers

11 11-0 Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart chaser. Nine wins from 30 NH runs. Creditable 5 1/2 lengths second of 6 to Yala Enki in this last year but not seen since.

TFRHHHII BHA148

5 SIZING CODELCO (IRE) (42) 20PP/5-P Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - La Zingarella (IRE) O Ann & Alan Potts Limited B P. Ryan

12 11-0

Harry Kimber J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Green Mining (Sizing), Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at Aintree/Punchestown Festivals in 2017. Record very mixed in highly-competitive company since and offered little after 18 months off at Doncaster 6 weeks ago. Hard to warm to.

TFRHIIII BHA140

6 THE MIGHTY DON (IRE) (43) FF0-132 Br Ch g Shantou (USA) - Flying Answer (IRE) O Golden Rose Partnership B Mrs B. D. Byrne

9 11-0 James Davies J Nick Gifford, Findon T Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Talented sort but has never looked a natural over fences, including when second in a Cheltenham novice 6 weeks ago.

Up against it.

TFRHHIII BHA140

7 YALA ENKI (FR) (14) 313-2F3 CD Br B or Br g Nickname (FR) - Cadiane (FR) O Hills of Ledbury Ltd B Esteve Rouchvarger et al

11 11-0 Bryony Frost J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this last year and good second on reappearance at Cheltenham. Showed he was none the worse for an early fall at Aintree when third in Welsh National at Chepstow and is the clear pick on form.

TFRHHHHH BHA161 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2020: YALA ENKI (FR) 10 11 0 Bryony Frost 11-10 (Paul Nicholls) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Probable S.P’s: 5-6 Yala Enki (FR), 9-2 If The Cap Fits (IRE), 15-2 Rock The Kasbah (IRE), 14-1 Al Roc (FR), 18-1 The Mighty Don (IRE), 33-1 Sizing Codelco (IRE), 50-1 Looksnowtlikebrian (IRE)

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PLAY SMARTER

YALA ENKI produced another cracking effort when third under top weight in the Welsh National at Chepstow 2 weeks ago and can repeat last year’s win in this event having followed the same route. Very smart hurdler If The Cap Fits hasn’t looked a natural over fences but he still managed to make the frame in a Grade 1 at Kempton over Christmas and this longer trip may help.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YALA ENKI (FR) 2.IF THE CAP FITS (IRE) 3.AL ROC (FR)

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Fifth Race 2.45 The Invest Southwest Seniors’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 2) (GBB Race) for eight yrs old and upwards x Total race value £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7218, 2nd £2411, 3rd £1205, 4th £603, 5th £302.

(Penalty Value £9495)

2m 3f 1y

Race Description This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for eight-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

colours no horse

T Trainer

1 BREWIN’UPASTORM (IRE) (49) 2/11U-65 C Br B g Milan - Daraheen Diamond (IRE) O Mrs Barbara Hester B Longrove Stud

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

8 11-12

Aidan Coleman J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T McCoy Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful chaser at his best but goes back over hurdles now after stiff task in Tingle Creek Chase. Not the easiest to weigh up but opening handicap mark is only fair.

TFRHHHII BHA148

2 AMOUR DE NUIT (IRE) (14) 242/-124 C D Br B g Azamour (IRE) - Umthoulah (IRE) O Mr Andrew Williams B Wardley Bloodstock

9 11-6 Angus Cheleda (7) J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Morson Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made light of 20-month absence when landing 20f Plumpton handicap in November and has posted two good efforts to be in the frame at Newbury and Kempton since. Solid claims again.

TFRHHHII BHA142

3 CANYON CITY (GB) (43) 66P3-35 D Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Colorado Dawn O A Whyte, J Bone, D Nott & B Smith B Meon Valley Stud

8 10-10 Bryony Frost J Neil King, Burderop T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler at best but he arrives here having not convinced on his chase debut and well beaten back over timber at Doncaster (19.4f) last month. Others appeal more.

TFRHHIII BHA132

4 WESTEND STORY (IRE) (50) 04/4FU-F

5

Br B g Westerner - Sarahall (IRE) O Mick Fitzgerald Racing Club B James F. Barry

10 10-10 Tom O’Brien J Philip Hobbs, Minehead T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who has a mixed record over fences, in process of running creditably prior to falling at Exeter on return.

Reverted to hurdles now so not ruled out with yard among the winners.

TFRHHHII BHA132

5 JOLLY’S CRACKED IT (FR) (49) P/034-50 Br B g Astarabad (USA) - Jolly Harbour O GDM Partnership B Henrietta Charlet & Daniel Charlesworth

12 10-7 Bryan Carver (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost, Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran showed he still retains retty useful level of ability when fifth at Aintree on return but unable to recover from serious error when seventh at Sandown last time. Needs to step forward now.

TFRHHIII BHA129

6 AIR HORSE ONE (GB) (36) 360-53P CD Br Gr g Mountain High (IRE) - Whisky Rose (IRE) O The Dons B Distillery Stud

10 10-6 Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost, Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but he turned in poor effort when pulled up in 21f handicap at Ascot 36 days ago. In good hands but he has it prove now.

TFRHHIII BHA128

7 GORTROE JOE (IRE) (24) 40-01F1 D Br B g Beneficial - Rowlands Star (IRE) O Mr Terry Warner B Miss Marie-Louise Donnelly

9 10-6 Liam Harrison (7) J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-4 for new yard this season with career-best effort when comfortably landing 19f handicap at Market Rasen 24 days ago. Hit with 8lb rise but still not taken lightly.

TFRHHHHI BHA128

8 SWIFT CRUSADOR (GB) (49) 134/U2-F Br B g Kayf Tara - Goldenswift (IRE) O All Bar None Racing B Michael Lysaght

10 10-3 Robert Dunne J Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Has his first run over hurdles since 2017 after taking heavy early fall at Aintree (national fences) on his return 49 days ago.

Not easiest to make a case for.

TFRHHIII BHA125

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9 THIBAULT (GB) (17) 2F5311

8 10-1

Br B g Kayf Tara - Seemarye O Farm Fencing and West Racing B The Glanvilles Stud

Nathan Brennan (7) J Adam West, Epsom T

TIMEFORM VIEW Already a dual hurdle winner for new yard this term and not disgraced back on Flat at Kempton last time.

Expected to be bang there reverted to hurdles off handy mark.

TFRHHHHH BHA123

10 EAMON AN CNOIC (IRE) (71) U023U-0 Br B g Westerner - Nutmeg Tune (IRE) O The Angove Family B Mr Denis Tarrant

10 10-0 David Noonan J David Pipe, Wellington T W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORM VIEW Capable of useful form over fences but he goes hurdling having run poorly on back of wind op in 2m chase at Cheltenham on return. Hard to enthuse over.

TFRHHIII BHA120 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2020: LIMITED RESERVE (IRE) 8 10 12 Nick Scholfield 10-1 (Christian Williams) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 9.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 10.

Stewards Note: EAMON AN CNOIC: Following its run on 13/11/2020 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Amour de Nuit (IRE), 11-2 Gortroe Joe (IRE), 6-1 Brewin’upastorm (IRE), Westend Story (IRE), Thibault (GB), 11-1 Jolly’s Cracked It (FR), 12-1 Eamon An Cnoic (IRE), 16-1 Air Horse One (GB), 33-1 Canyon City (GB), Swift Crusador (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A few of these arrive on retrieval missions but THIBAULT has been in excellent nick since joining Adam West yet still figures on a good mark so is taken to record hurdling win number three. Gortroe Joe is another who brings excellent recent form to the table so Fergal O’Brien’s Market Rasen scorer is rated next best ahead of the consistent Amour de Nuit.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THIBAULT 2.GORTROE JOE (IRE) 3.AMOUR DE NUIT (IRE)

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Sixth Race 3.25 The Summerfield Developments Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Div II) for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £5844 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2130, 2nd £706, 3rd £353, 4th £292, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £2794.14) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

2m 3f 1y

Race Description This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. 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.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

colours no horse

1 SAD EYED DYLAN (GB) (44) 222/0-00 Br Br g Multiplex - Congressional (IRE) O M & S Clarke B Finbar Kent

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

8 11-12

Charlie Price (5) J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer and well handicapped on the pick of his chase form. Hasn’t stood much racing though, and both runs this term have lacked promise.

TFRHHIII BHA99

2 FULL OF ROQUE (FR) (76) 56565-5 Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Pearl de La Roque (FR) O Sally & Richard Prince B Mme Genevieve Mongin

6 11-12 Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in points/novice hurdles and shaped as if needing the run at Ffos Las on return in November.

Has had a wind operation since (also tongue tied) and remains low mileage.

TFRHHHHI BHA99

3 CITY FLAME (GB) (39) 055-054 Br B m Cityscape - High Drama (IRE) O Mr M. Vaughan B Mr O. J. Williams

5 11-11 James Bowen J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in three runs over hurdles, creditable fourth of 11 in novice at Wincanton (15.3f) 39 days ago.

More needed now handicapping up in trip though and yard also has Broke Away here.

TFRHHHII BHA98

4 COBRA ANGEL (IRE) (39) 6P5-40P Br Br m Flemensfirth (USA) - Lemon Cello (IRE) O Upton Racing 1 B Cathal Ennis

7 11-7 James Davies J Chris Down, Cullompton T Woodwarm S

TIMEFORM VIEW Best run over hurdles when fourth on Exeter handicap debut (21f) in November, but well beaten both starts since.

Bounce back called for.

TFRHHHII BHA94

5 THE WEASEL (IRE) (59) 4-500

6

Br Ch g Vinnie Roe (IRE) - Countess of Milan (IRE) O Neil Mulholland Racing Club B William Neville

7 11-5 Conor Brassil (5) J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form only start in bumpers and hasn’t shown enough in maiden/novice hurdles to be of interest on this switch to handicaps.

TFRHHIII BHA92

6 LEGENDE DE MINUIT (GB) (37) 0P4-P4P Br Br g Midnight Legend - Chilla Cilla O The Eyre Family B H. T. Cole

7 11-3 Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost, Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown bits of promise, including when fourth in a C&D novice in March, but has made an unpromising start to life in handicaps this term. Refitted tongue tie needs to have a positive effect.

TFRHHHII BHA90

7 SILVER QUAY (IRE) (356) 30000P- CD Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - She Runs (FR) O C & Mrs A Jones B Michael Joyce

9 11-1 Bryony Frost J Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T A S Trade Car Sales S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over C&D in 2018/19, but out of sorts when last seen over fences here in February, so returns with something to prove.

TFRHHHII BHA88

8 QUEEN OF THE COURT (IRE) (76) 5P000-0 Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Waydale Hill O Mr J. Grant Cann B Mrs Juliet Brown

8 10-13 Tom O’Brien J Grant Cann, Lower Hamswell T Fraser Bush Industries S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who has yet to better poor form over hurdles, only seventh of 15 in handicap at Stratford (18.7f) on return in November. Needs to step up on that.

TFRHHHII BHA86

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9 MENAPIAN (IRE) (51) 2/503-36

10 10-12

Br B or Br g Touch of Land (FR) - Mannequin (IRE) O T M W Partnership B Mrs Sheila Morrissey

Paul O’Brien (3) J Helen Nelmes, Dorchester T

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who returned with a good third in 2m handicap at Exeter in November, but went backwards when well held at Wincanton last time. Needs to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA85

10 FRAME RATE (GB) (50) U050-20

6 10-11

Br B g Arcano (IRE) - Miss Quality (USA) O Mrs M. Gittings-Watts B J. Kenny

Micheal Nolan J Carroll Gray, Bridgwater T

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted a good second in 12f Flat handicap at Southwell on final run for Iain Jardine. However, was well held back over hurdles for new yard at Exeter last month.

TFRHHIII BHA84

11 FOLLOW THAT (GB) (94) 4-4050

7 10-10

Br B m Malinas (GER) - Leading On O Mr Bill Hawkins B Aiden Murphy

David England J Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T McCoy Contractors S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a trio of novice hurdles, but her bumper efforts weren’t devoid of promise, so she may do better now venturing into handicaps.

TFRHHHII BHA83

12 SPIRIT OF ROME (IRE) (39) 0-01636 D Br Ch m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Zagreb Flyer O K B Racing B Edmond Kent

7 10-9 Archie Bellamy (7) J Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 19f Fontwell handicap in October and has continued in good form, sixth of 17 in mares event at Wincanton (19.8f) last time. Can make presence felt.

TFRHHHHI BHA82

13 CROPLEY (IRE) (51) 136/2-0P

12 10-7

Br Gr g Galileo (IRE) - Niyla (IRE) O Miss Sarah Carter B Whisperview Trading Ltd

Robert Dunne J Dai Burchell, Ebbw Vale T Dai Burchell Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a gamble to make a winning chase debut at Worcester in May 2018. Seemingly hard to train since and has offered little both starts back over fences this season.

TFRHHIII BHA80

14 BROKE AWAY (IRE) (51) 2513-06

9 10-7

Br Br m Stowaway - Not Broke Yet (IRE) O Mr Dave Arthur B Mrs P. Mullins

Ben Jones (3) J Alexandra Dunn, Wellington T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a big-field handicap at Wincanton last term and looked back in top form when sixth in a similar event at Leicester last time. Big player dropped 1lb.

TFRHHHHH BHA80 DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2020:(See Div 1) Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 10, 12, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Stewards Note: COBRA ANGEL: Following its run on 15/12/2020 it was reported that the horse hung right handed.

CROPLEY: Following its run on 3/12/2020 it was reported that the horse jumped left handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Spirit of Rome (IRE), 7-1 Full of Roque (FR), 15-2 Broke Away (IRE), 10-1 Follow That (GB), 12-1 City Flame (GB), 14-1 Legende de Minuit (GB), Menapian (IRE), 16-1 Cobra Angel (IRE), 18-1 The Weasel (IRE), Silver Quay (IRE), 20-1 Cropley (IRE), 22-1 Queen of The Court (IRE), 25-1 Sad Eyed Dylan (GB), 28-1 Frame Rate (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A tricky low-grade handicap for which BROKE AWAY may be the answer having shaped as if back in top form at Leicester last time. The dangers are headed by Sprit of Rome, who has held her form well since striking at Fontwell in October, and the low mileage Full of Roque, who may have benefited from a wind operation.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BROKE AWAY (IRE) 2.SPIRIT OF ROME (IRE) 3.FULL OF ROQUE (FR)

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Seventh Race 4.00 The Newton King Estate Agents Mares’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Challenger Mares’ Chase Series Qualifier) for five yrs old and upwards mares x Total race value £8035 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3269, 2nd £1083, 3rd £542, 4th £299, 5th £280, 6th £280, 7th £280, 8th £280. (Penalty Value £4288.68)

2m 5f 150y

Race Description This two miles, five and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase has been designed for five-year-olds and upwards mares which are rated from 0 to 120. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.

Br Breeding

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

colours no horse

1 LUCCA LADY (IRE) (177) 14/32-4F Br B m Milan - Trail Storm (IRE) O Making Hay B Frank McGuinness

T Trainer

S Sponsor

age

st-lb

10 12-2

Ben Poste J Katy Price, Llanigon T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner/fairly useful chase winner at 2 1/2m. Caught the eye on return from 14 months off at Newton Abbot but was off the bridle when falling before halfway at Southwell in July. Off again since.

TFRHHIII BHA122

2 BORN IN BORRIS (IRE) (37) 11-3633 Br B m Arcadio (GER) - Honour Own (IRE) O Mr R. M. Harvey-Bailey B Morgan Kavanagh

7 12-2 Tom O’Brien J Colin Tizzard, Sherborne T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/novice hurdle winner who made a sound start over fences when third at Exeter (17.5f, heavy) 37 days ago.

Open to improvement in this sphere.

TFRHHHHI BHA122

3 JUBILYMPICS (GB) (75) 263-612 Br B m Kapgarde (FR) - Pepite de Soleil (FR) O HOE RACING B C. R. Whittaker

9 11-12 Ben Jones (3) J Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who arrives in good form over fences, second of 6 in 2 1/2m handicap chase at Kempton last time.

TFRHHHII BHA118

4 WHATSDASTORY (IRE) (12) 2152-3U Br B m Beneficial - Supreme Contender (IRE) O Plan B B Mary Walsh

8 11-11 Lee Edwards J Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer. Generally progressive over hurdles and plenty of encouragement when third at Southwell on his first go over fences. Unseated first at Doncaster since. Worth another chance.

TFRHHHHH BHA117

5 ORIENTAL CROSS (IRE) (66) 5115-54 Br B m Cape Cross (IRE) - Orion Girl (GER) O Mr J Durston & Mr N Harris B Haras Chevotel

8 11-9 Alan Johns J Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three hurdle wins over 2 1/2m, the latest off this mark. Beaten a long way in 2 chases this term but better than result at Warwick latterly and open to progress.

TFRHHHII BHA115

6 AGENT VALDEZ (GB) (43) 62-0315 BF

7

Br B m Arvico (FR) - Soleil Sauvage O The FOB Racing Partnership 6 B Mr and Mrs N. Faulks

8 11-4 Paddy Brennan J Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T Dunraven Group of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-pointer who was winless over hurdles but more like it sent chasing, scoring at Leicester (23f, heavy) last month.

Too many mistakes over stiffer fences at Cheltenham since. Likely still in form.

TFRHHHII BHA110

7 FALLY JEM (FR) (43) 0/6405-6 Br B m Authorized (IRE) - Ballymena Lassie O Bendall & Anderson B S.C.E.A. Des Bissons

6 11-4 Robert Dunne J Venetia Williams, Hereford T Faucets Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over fences/hurdles in France but well held in hurdle/chase for this yard a year apart. Hard to assess at present.

TFRHHIII BHA110

8 MOLLY CAREW (GB) (50) 4333-05 Br B m Midnight Legend - Moyliscar O Mrs Sarah Keys B Mrs Caroline George

9 11-0 Millie Wonnacott (7) J Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made up into a fairly useful chaser but disappointed back over hurdles both starts this season. Back over fences now.

TFRHHIII BHA106

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9 ELLENS WAY (GB) (23) P3-P525 D

9 10-11

Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Function Dreamer O Bet The Farm Partners B Mickley Stud & Mrs M. Adamson

Lorcan Williams (3) J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time hurdle winner who hasn’t looked the force of old since returning from a 2-year absence last January, fading into a remote fifth at Warwick last time.

TFRHIIII BHA103

10 THEATRE MIX (GB) (52) 5060-F5

8 10-0

Br Gr m Fair Mix (IRE) - Theatre Diva (IRE) O The Cornish Barmies B Miss J. M. du Plessis

James Best J Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked set to make winning chase debut here (2 1/4m) when falling 3 out in October. Going well when making bad mistake (all but unseated) at Ludlow since. Can win off this mark if she can cut out errors.

TFRHHHHI BHA91 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2020: EVERLANES 7 10 11 Tom Bellamy 10-3 (Keiran Burke) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Stewards Note: AGENT VALDEZ: Following its run on 11/12/2020 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

THEATRE MIX: Following its run on 2/12/2020 it was reported that the horse erred badly in the back straight.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Born In Borris (IRE), 9-2 Jubilympics (GB), 6-1 Whatsdastory (IRE), 8-1 Agent Valdez (GB), 10-1 Theatre Mix (GB), 14-1 Ellens Way (GB), 18-1 Oriental Cross (IRE), Fally Jem (FR), Molly Carew (GB), 20-1 Lucca Lady (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

WHATSDASTORY is worth another chance to confirm the promise of her chase debut third at Southwell. Theatre Mix could pose a big threat if she can avoid the bad mistakes which have proved costly for her over fences so far. Born In Borris can build on her Exeter chase debut third and also makes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WHATSDASTORY (IRE) 2.THEATRE MIX 3.BORN IN BORRIS (IRE)

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Eighth Race 4.30 The C & D Southwest Mares’ Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (GBB Race) for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares x Total race value £3500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £1734, 2nd £574, 3rd £287, 4th £144.

(Penalty Value £2274.30)

2m 104y

Race Description As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry. This particular contest is restricted to four, five and six-year-old mares and will be run over two miles and 104 yards.

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1 BLUE BIKINI (GB) (52) 40 Br B m Winged Love (IRE) - Bleu d’Avril (FR) O Nick Brown Racing B Louise Kemble

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5 11-0

Paddy Brennan J Stuart Edmunds, Newport Pagnell T Nick Brown Racing Clubs S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when fourth in a bumper at Warwick on debut but suffered interference and was heavily eased at Ludlow last month.

TFRHHHII BHA-

2 CHANTILLY HAZE (GB) (37) 00 Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Bella Haze O Mr P. Dando B Phillip C. and Mrs Kathryn M. Dando

6 11-0 Mitchell Bastyan (3) J Phillip Dando, Peterston-Super-Ely T

TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy mare who is out of a bumper winner but little in the way of short-term promise both starts last month.

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 DRASH ON RUBY (GB) (44) 5 Br B m Passing Glance - So Long O Mrs B Tully and Mr R Lock B Mrs C. C. Scott

5 11-0 Lorcan Williams (3) J Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance filly. Sister to useful hurdler/chaser Dashel Drasher, and half-sister to 2 winners, including fair hurdler Popping Along. Kept on to grab fifth starting out at Warwick.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 FAMILIAR SPIRIT (GB) (40) 5 Br B m Fame And Glory - Sounds Familiar (IRE) O Hot To Trot Racing B Mrs M. L. Luck

5 11-0 Caoilin Quinn (10) J Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T 1Account Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fame And Glory half-sister to 3 winners, including bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Alverstone. Never really involved on last month’s debut at Plumpton.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 GROOVY KIND (FR) (52) 0 Br B m Masked Marvel - Toscane de Laroque (FR) O Owners Group 056 B Mme Genevieve Mongin

5 11-0 Megan Nicholls J Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW £44,000 3-y-o, Masked Marvel filly. Dam 19f chase winner. Too green to show much on last month’s debut at Ludlow but she’s in top hands and now has a tongue tie fitted.

TFRHHHII BHA-

6 GWENNOLINE (FR) (15) 0 Br Gr m Balko (FR) - Ugoline (FR) O Thorne Farm Racing Ltd B L. Giethlen Cadiergues & D. Giethlen

5 11-0 Kieren Buckley (7) J Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T Junction 24 Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Balko mare. Dam hurdles winner. Hooded and minor promise only in an AW bumper 15 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-

7 JET FANTASTIQUE (IRE) (37) 0

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Br B m Jet Away - C’Est Fantastique (IRE) O Diamond Racing Ltd B Allan & Mrs Chambers

5 11-0 Aidan Coleman J Sam Thomas, Cardiff T

TIMEFORM VIEW Could manage only ninth of 11 on debut at Hereford last month, but better was clearly expected (sent off at 10/3) so interesting to see if she attracts support again.

TFRHHIII BHA-

8 LILY GLITTERS (GB) (52) 46 Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Alegralil O The Glazeley Partnership 3 B J. R. Hales & Miss L. J. Hales

5 11-0 Tom O’Brien J Henry Daly, Ludlow T Humphrey Butler Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability in bumpers at Taunton and Ludlow, but improvement will be needed if she’s to play a leading role.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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5 11-0

Br B m Passing Glance - La Marette O Culm Valley Racing B Mrs S. L. Bates

James Davies J Chris Down, Cullompton T Woodwarm S

TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance filly. Half-sister to bumper winner Prince Llywelyn. Beat just one home on debut at Exeter.

TFRHIIII BHA-

10 MIZZ MOONDANCE (GB) (627) 0/0- Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Mizzurka O Mr R. H. Buckler B Golden Cap

6 11-0 Sean Houlihan (3) J Bob Buckler, Bridgwater T

TIMEFORM VIEW Yeats filly who achieved noting in a brace of bumpers during the spring of 2019.

TFRHIIII BHA-

11 SANGUINAIRE (IRE) (-)

5 11-0

Br Ch m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Mhuire Na Gale (IRE) O Somerset Racing B Ms Margaret Treacy

Lorcan Murtagh (3) J Harry Fry, Seaborough T Citipost, Citipost S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sans Frontieres mare. Half-sister to 3 winners, including unreliable but fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Wild West Wind.

Of obvious interest on debut.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

12 UNIVERSAL BROOK (GB) (-)

5 11-0

Br B m Universal (IRE) - Alfies Gift O Mrs G. Davies B Mrs G. Davies

James Bowen J Rebecca Curtis, Newport T

TIMEFORM VIEW Universal mare. Dam (h68) lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles. Highly respected on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

13 MAYHEM MYA (GB) (66) 1

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Br B f Authorized (IRE) - Thedeboftheyear O Mr G. Thompson B G. D. Thompson

Bryan Carver (3) J Chris Honour, Ashburton T Cotswold Stone Supplies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam from a good jumps family but she made perfect start to her career in a “junior” bumper at Warwick in November.

That race hasn’t really worked out but she still demands respect.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

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Br B f Multiplex - Fairyinthewind (IRE) O Mr R. Delnevo B Richard & Nell Kent

Tabitha Worsley (5) J Nick Gifford, Findon T Avtrade Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiplex filly. Dam fairly useful 2m hurdle/chase winner. Similar form when runner-up in a brace of bumpers this winter, latterly on the AW. Receives weight all round.

TFRHHHHH BHADECLARED RUNNERS 14 2020: COQUELICOT (FR) 4 10 0 Rex Dingle 1-2 (Anthony Honeyball) 14 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 6, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Legendary Grace (GB), 5-1 Mayhem Mya (GB), 6-1 Sanguinaire (IRE), 10-1 Groovy Kind (FR), 11-1 Universal Brook (GB), 16-1 Drash On Ruby (GB), 18-1 Lily Glitters (GB), 22-1 Familiar Spirit (GB), 28-1 Blue Bikini (GB), 33-1 Jet Fantastique (IRE), 40-1 Gwennoline (FR), 100-1 Chantilly Haze (GB), 150-1 Miss Marette (GB), 300-1 Mizz Moondance (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

LEGENDARY GRACE cemented a positive start to her career when runner-up for the second time at Lingfield a fortnight ago and in receipt of a healthy age allowance she is the one to beat.

Mayhem Mya made a winning start at Warwick and is feared, while Sanguinaire and Universal Brook are likely-looking debutantes.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LEGENDARY GRACE 2.MAYHEM MYA 3.SANGUINAIRE (IRE)

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Race Conditions First Race 12.30 - THE BRITISH EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553 and the fourth £276. for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 18th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares 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 No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F. ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 13th, 2021. 43 entries at £29. - Closed January 18th, 2021.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £238. (Penalty Value £3768.84) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.05 - THE SUMMERFIELD DEVELOPMENTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2794 to the winning horse The second to receive £820, the third £410, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 18th and pay £21 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 21st.

Penalties, after January 16th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 23 entries at £21. - Closed January 18th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2130; Second £706; Third £353; Fourth £292; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £2794.14) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 1.35 - THE FORESTERS GARDEN BUILDINGS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1106, the third £553, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £29 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 21st. Penalties, after January 16th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 14 entries at £29. - Closed January 18th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2873; Second £952; Third £476; Fourth £296; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £3768.84) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.10 - THE WEATHERBYS PORTMAN CUP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11710 to the winning horse The second to receive £3459, the third £1729, the fourth £865 and the fifth £432. for five yrs old and upwards, which, after 2019, have not won a Grade 1 or 2 Steeple Chase. Enter by noon, January 18th and pay £92 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 21st. Weights: 5-y-o 10st 9lb; 6-y-o and up 11st Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2019, a winner of a Listed or Grade 3 steeple chase 4lb (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). WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The PORTMAN CUP will also be presented to the winning owner and is to be retained until 1st January 2022. 10 entries at £92. - Closed January 18th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8902; Second £2973; Third £1486; Fourth £744; Fifth £372. (Penalty Value £11710.50) A SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.45 - THE INVEST SOUTHWEST SENIORS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9495 to the winning horse The second to receive £2805, the third £1402, the fourth £702 and the fifth £351. for eight yrs old and upwards. £75 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 21st. Penalties, after January 16th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 21 entries, 3 at £15 and 18 at £75. - Closed January 18th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7218; Second £2411; Third £1205; Fourth £603; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £9495) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 3.25 - THE SUMMERFIELD DEVELOPMENTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2794 to the winning horse The second to receive £820, the third £410, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, January 18th and pay £21 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 21st.

Penalties, after January 16th, 2021, for each hurdle race won 7lb. 22 entries at £21. - Closed January 18th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2130; Second £706; Third £353; Fourth £292; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280.

(Penalty Value £2794.14) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.00 - THE NEWTON KING ESTATE AGENTS MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4288 to the winning horse The second to receive £1259, the third £629, the fourth £350, the fifth £350, the sixth £350, the seventh £350 and the eighth £350. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £33 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.

January 21st. Penalties, after January 16th, 2021, for each steeple chase won 7lb. All horses which finish in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of about Two Miles About Six Furlongs, Lancashire Course (2m 6f 54yds) at Haydock Park on 3rd April, 2021. 12 entries at £33. Closed January 18th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3269; Second £1083; Third £542; Fourth £299; Fifth £280; Sixth £280; Seventh £280; Eighth £280. (Penalty Value £4288.68) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 4.30 - THE C & D SOUTHWEST MARES’ STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2274 to the winning horse The second to receive £667, the third £333 and the fourth £166. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, January 18th and pay £17 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 21st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 14lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 28 entries at £17. - Closed January 18th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1734; Second £574; Third £287; Fourth £144. (Penalty Value £2274.30) SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

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