THE TWIXMAS RACEMEETING Monday 30th December 2024
How to Read the Racecard
Gr m Kayf Tara - Poppet
Sam Twiston-Davies
Mr R. J. H. Geffen Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Mr R. J. H. Geffen Potensis
TIMEFORMVIEW 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.
1. Jockey colours
2. Saddle number
3. Sex & colour of horse
4. Horse name
5. Owner
6. Sire
7. Dam
8. Days since last run 9. Form 10. Age 11. Weight carried 12. Form guide
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.
13. Breeder 14. Trainer 15. Jockey 16. Sponsor 15
★★★✩✩ 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.
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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THE TWIXMAS RACEMEETING
MONDAY 30TH DECEMBER 2024
Today’s Schedule
Page Time Race
10-11 12.45pm The Stables Business Park Novices’ Hurdle Race
14-15 1.15pm The Royal Oak Hillcommon Juvenile Hurdle Race
16-17 1.45pm The Racing TV Novices’ Handicap Chase
20-21 2.17pm The Byerley Stud Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Listed Race)
22-23 2.52pm The South Shore Handicap Hurdle Race
26-27 3.27pm The In The MIX Handicap Chase
28-29 4.00pm The 2 For 1 Tickets On 8th January Conditional Jockeys’ Training Series Handicap Hurdle Race
Today’s Officials
Stewards
G. Upton (Chief Steward)
C. Lane (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
M. Elgar (Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair)
M. Bersey
T. Evetts
L. Thomson
Starters
W. Jordan
C. McKee
Judge
G. Lewis
Clerk of the Scales
C. Hill
Veterinary Officer
G. Potts
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
S. Fox
V. McKevitt
K. Corke
J. Willis
Clerk of the Course
R. Bellamy
Safeguarding Officer
T. Hill
Commentator
M. Cattermole
Betting Ring Manager
V. Moore
Medical Officers
Dr J. Louis, Dr J. Peoples, Dr P. Pritchard, Dr T. M. Tilsley & Dr M. Epps
Veterinary Surgeons
A. F. Lees, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S.
M. Peaty, B.V.Sc, Cert.E.P., Cert.E.S. (Orth), M.R.C.V.S.
T. Gliddon, B.V.Sc., Cert.E.P., M.R.C.V.S.
Vice Presidents
J.S.B. White
Mrs H.R. Dunn
Taunton Racecourse Company Ltd
Directors: D.H. Griffin (Chairman), N. Engert, R. J. Young (Managing), R.P Blackburn, G. Henderson
Taunton Racecourse, Orchard Portman, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 7BL Web: www.tauntonracecourse.co.uk Telephone: 01823 337172 Email: info@tauntonracecourse.co.uk
Where to Eat & Drink at Taunton Racecourse
Orchard Stand
Orchard Restaurant - 3rd Floor
A la Carte Lunch Menu, Formal Restaurant, Fully Licensed Bar for Diners.
Winning Post - 1st Floor
Fully Licensed Bar, Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls.
Saddle Room - Ground Floor
A selection of home-cooked dishes and bacon rolls.
Portman Grandstand
Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls, Sandwiches, Chocolate Snacks, Coffee and Hot Drinks, Licensed Bar
Trackside
Freshly Ground Coffee and Hot Drinks, Homemade Flapjack and Cakes, Soup, Jacket Potatoes with Various Fillings.
Food & Drink
Food and drink must NOT be brought into the Racecourse. Glasses and bottles must not be taken outside Bars or designated enclosures.
HAYDOCK PARK
Race 1 12.30 3m 58y
1 Tiger Jet (IRE) 12-0
JennieCandlish WilliamShanahan Form: 0-14, TFR:HHHII
2 Ballymagroarty Boy (IRE) 11-13
NigelHawke BenBromley Form: 000, TFR:HHHII
3 City Derby (IRE) 11-12
LizzieQuinlan PeterKavanagh(3) Form: 240, TFR:HHIII
4 Bushypark (IRE) 11-12
PhilipKirby JoeWilliamson Form: 62-P TFR:HHHII
5 Lady In The Park (IRE) 11-8
LucindaRussell PatrickWadge(3) Form: 4U5, TFR:HHHHI
6 Schalke (GB) 11-8
OliverGreenall&JoshGuerriero BenSmith(8) Form: P-32, TFR:HHHHH
7 Clondaw Royale (IRE) 11-3
Jonjo&A.J.O’Neill BenjaminMacey(10) Form: PP0, TFR:HHIII
8 Polish (GB) 11-2
JamesMoffatt LeahNoreci(10) Form: 666, TFR:HHIII
Race 2 1.00 1m 7f 144y
1 Glynn Brae (IRE) 11-6
NigelTwiston-Davies SamTwiston-Davies Form: 1-16, TFR:HHHII
2 Indeevar Bleu (FR) 11-6
OllyMurphy SeanBowen Form: 1/4-1, TFR:HHHHH
3 Desert Halo (IRE) 11-0
RichardBandey HarryBannister Form: 462, TFR:HHHII
4 Kiss Me d’Ex (FR) 11-0
RichardHobson DannyMcMenamin Form: 506, TFR:HIIII
5 Laganhill (GB) 11-0
HenryDaly StanSheppard Form: TFR:HHHII
6 Thirty Bob (IRE) 11-0
DianneSayer HenryBrooke Form: 4P, TFR:HIIII
Race 3 1.30 2m 3f 203y
1 Idalko Bihoue (FR) 12-0
NigelTwiston-Davies SamTwiston-Davies Form: 65-0, TFR:HHHHI
2 Classic Maestro (IRE) 11-13
JennieCandlish SeanQuinlan Form: 111, TFR:HHHHH
3 Happy And Fine (FR) 11-11
AlexHales KielanWoods Form: PF3-, TFR:HHHII
4 The Flier Begley (IRE) 11-4
GaryHanmer JackHogan(3) Form: 1P3, TFR:HHHII
5 If Not For Dylan (IRE) 11-1
LucindaRussell DerekFox Form: 201/-, TFR:HHHII
6 Trac (FR) 10-11
MickyHammond ConorO’Farrell Form: 11-6, TFR:HHHII
7 Ned Tanner (IRE) 10-10
N.W.Alexander DannyMcMenamin Form: 2-45, TFR:HHHII
Race 4 2.00 3m 1f 125y
1 Broomfield Present (IRE) 12-2
KimBailey TomBellamy Form: BP-6, TFR:HHIII
2 Galassian (GB) 11-8
MelRowley CharlieHammond Form: 4-41, TFR:HHHII
3 Gold Emery (FR) 11-4
DonaldMcCain TheoGillard Form: 23-0, TFR:HHHHI
4 Good Work (FR) 11-3
OliverGreenall&JoshGuerriero HenryBrooke Form: P33, TFR:HHIII
5 Wal Buck’s (FR) 11-1
LucindaRussell DerekFox Form: 632, TFR:HHHHH
6 Cream of The West (IRE) 11-0
N.W.Alexander DannyMcMenamin Form: 1P-6, TFR:HHHHI
7 Ottoline (GB) 10-11
VenetiaWilliams CharlieDeutsch Form: P3-P, TFR:HHIII
Race 5 2.35 1m 7f 144y
Race 7 3.45 1m 7f 144y
1 Aotano (GER) 11-7
DonaldMcCain Form: 153, TFR:IIIII
Ao NON-RUNNER
2 Smart Decision (GB) 11-7
TimEasterby SeanQuinlan Form: 1, TFR:HHHHI
3 Eagles Reprieve (IRE) 11-0
LucindaRussell DerekFox Form: 1, TFR:HHHII
4 L’Air du Large (FR) 11-0
OliverGreenall&JoshGuerriero HenryBrooke Form: 4, TFR:HHHII
5 The Resdev Tyke (GB) 11-0
Michael&DavidEasterby JamieHamilton Form: TFR:HHIII
6 Itstonitejosephine (GB) 10-7
NickyHenderson NicodeBoinville Form: TFR:HHHHH
7 Mystical Martika (IRE) 10-7
LucindaRussell PatrickWadge Form: 5, TFR:HHHII
Race 6 3.10 3m 4f 97y
1 The Big Breakaway (IRE) 12-0
AnthonyCharlton SeanBowen Form: 6-P2, TFR:HHHII
2 Gaboriot (FR) 12-0
OliverGreenall&JoshGuerriero BenSmith(7) Form: 136, TFR:HHHII
3 Montgomery (IRE) 11-13
VenetiaWilliams CharlieDeutsch Form: 10-5, TFR:HHHHH
4 The Two Amigos (GB) 11-8
NickyMartin SeanHoulihan Form: 10/-P, TFR:HHHHI
5 Fantastikas (FR) 11-6
NigelTwiston-Davies SamTwiston-Davies Form: 3-P3, TFR:HHHII
6 Valleres (FR) 11-2
VenetiaWilliams NedFox(3) Form: 0/PP-, TFR:HHHII
7 Saint Xavier (FR) 10-6
RichardHobson CharlieMaggs(5) Form: 4-54, TFR:HHIII
1 Bareback Jack (IRE) 12-0
DonaldMcCain BrianHughes Form: 114///-, TFR:HHIII
2 For Pleasure (IRE) 11-7
OllyMurphy SeanBowen Form: 5-42, TFR:HHHHI
3 Hurricane Ali (IRE) 11-7
JamesMoffatt CharlotteJones Form: 304, TFR:HHIII
4 Mack The Man (IRE) 11-7
N.W.Alexander MrKitAlexander(5) Form: 413, TFR:HHHII
5 Bertie’s Ballet (GB) 11-5
DianneSayer HenryBrooke Form: 362, TFR:HHHHH
6 The Grafter (IRE) 10-7
SamEngland JonathanEngland Form: 342, TFR:HHHII
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First Race 12.45
The Stables Business Park Novices’ Hurdle Race
(Class 4) (GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9099 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
Race Description
Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 JACKPOT DES BORDES (FR) (32)
Br B g Vision d’Etat (FR) - Carmen des Bordes (FR)
Harry Cobden J
O Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 9 Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B E.A.R.L. Les Bordes de Mornay et al Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningbumperdebutatHereford13monthsagoandlefthurdlingdebuteffortbehindwhenwinning13-runnernovicehere(16.5f,goodtosoft) last month,getting away with the drop in trip around this sharper track.Carries a penalty but will go on improving back at a more suitable trip. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 ALDERLEY CHARLIE (GB) (54) P
4 11-0
Br B g Ask - Alderley Heights Nick Scholfield J
O Mrs E. D. Shepherd Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary T
B Mrs E. D. Shepherd Polly Gundry Training S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ask gelding who made little appeal on paper and shaped accordingly at Chepstow (16f, good to soft) just under 8 weeks ago. Hood applied but easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 BANK ON FRANK (GB) (694)
2/- 6 11-0
Br B g Passing Glance - Celestial Dancer (FR) Ben Jones J
O The Ben Pauling Racing Club Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B M. J. Golding Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWPassing Glance gelding.Dam (h74) placed on first of 2 outings over hurdles,maiden on Flat.Runner-up only outing in points (Feb 2023). One to note. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 CHEDINGTON’S GUEST (GB) (18) 643-6 5 11-0
Br B g Jack Hobbs - Doubly Guest Joe Anderson (3) J
O Sara Marchant Chris Pugsley, Shaun Hearn Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T
B Guy Bloodstock Ltd Coffee First (Exeter) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWent close here on his third and final start in bumpers and showed ability again under a more patient ride sent hurdling after 8 months off when sixth of 13 in novice at this course (16.5f, good) 18 days ago, late headway. More required to be in the shake up. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 DEVON DUDE (GB) (229) 1-4 4 11-0
Br B g Dartmouth - Weather Babe Adam Wedge J
O Mr W. Clifford Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mrs S. Clifford Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWDartmouthgeldingwhoisbredtostaywellbutdisplayedenoughspeedtowin4-runnerbumperatChepstow(16f,heavy)inMarch Faredeasilybest of those held up in a falsely-run race when fourth of 14 in novice at Ffos Las (20f,good) on hurdles bow 7 months ago and should improve. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 KATANA (FR) (64) 5 4 11-0
Br B g Blek (FR) - Tosca de Coddes (FR) Daryl Jacob J
O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Mrs Claire Juillet Mailly The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORMVIEW€45,000 half-brother to French hurdler/chaser Gangster de Coddes who showed ability amidst greenness when fifth of 8 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, good) a couple of months ago. Has to be respected for his top yard quickly switched over hurdles. TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 STEEL DANCER (GB) (18) 6-0 5 11-0
Br B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Velvet Steel (IRE) Ben Godfrey J
O Mrs L. Stokes Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Pauline Harkin RBS (Wilts) Ltd T/A Rural Business Services, Geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little on sole bumper outing back in the spring and it was a similar story on hurdling debut at this track (16.5f, good) earlier in the month. Looks one for handicaps further down the line. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 U CANT BE SERIOUS (IRE) (24) 6/456-0 5 11-0
Br Ch g Notnowcato - Whyyousoserious (IRE)
Freddie Gingell (3) J
O Mr Sax Purdie Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Mrs Amy Boyd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWRangy gelding who displayed fair form without tasting success in handful of bumper starts Ran below that level sent hurdling after 10 months off at Exeter (16.7f, heavy) recently and may well be being brought along with handicaps in mind. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br B or Br m Califet (FR) - Lady Rhinestone (IRE)
James Davies J
O Miss E. J. Tanner David Weston, West Overton T
B S. L. Rodwell Flintstone Bloodstock S
TIMEFORMVIEW
Winner of her sole completed start in points and placed in a couple of bumpers.Upped to 21f for hurdles debut and proved too free to last out at Warwick in October but was below that level with a tongue tie fitted at this track (16.5f, good) subsequently TFRHHIII BHA10 KENMYA (FR) (16) 056 4 10-7
Br B f Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Wataany (FR)
Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Old Gold Racing 21 Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Teddy Poirier, Bruno-Roland Poirier & La
Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW A fair 5-time winner on Flat in France/Spain (stays 10f) but is yet to do anything over hurdles. Handicaps are where she’ll come into her own presumably. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: CENTARA (IRE) 5 11 0 Lorcan Williams 10-11 (Paul Nicholls) 14 ran Hood worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 9.
Stewards Note:
CHEDINGTON’S GUEST: Following its run on 12/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right and jumped poorly.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Jackpot des Bordes (FR), 7-2 Katana (FR), 9-2 Bank On Frank (GB), 6-1 Devon Dude (GB), 20-1 Chedington’s Guest (GB), 25-1 U Cant Be Serious (IRE), 28-1 Calli Black (IRE), 100-1 Alderley Charlie (GB), Kenmya (FR), 150-1 Steel Dancer (GB)
JACKPOT DES BORDES got away with a drop in trip around this sharper track when scoring here last month and, with improvement on the cards back up in distance, Paul Nicholls’ 5-y-o could take some stopping. He gets the vote over Katana, who showed ability amidst greenness in a Wincanton bumper a couple of months ago and warrants considerable respect now hurdling. Bank On Frank can edge out Devon Dude for third.
The Result
Second Race 1.15
The Royal Oak Hillcommon Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for juvenile three yrs old x Total prize fund £9099
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
Race Description
Juvenile races are designed solely for three-year-olds in order to allow the younger horses to gain valuable experience by racing against each other before taking on their older, more battle-hardened rivals. Initially, every runner in this two miles and half a furlong hurdle race is allotted 11st (fillies 10st 7lb), before previous winners are given a penalty dependant on the class of race which they won.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
no horse
1 MILL STREET (USA) (46) 251
Br B g Medaglia d’Oro (USA) - Sara Street (USA)
Ben Jones J
O Dan Donoghue & Hilary Pridham Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Godolphin Ltd Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWMade frame on 3 of 4 starts in US Flat maidens and it was a case of third time lucky over hurdles for new yard when landing a Sedgefield juvenile (16.8f, good) in decisive fashion last month.That form is nothing special,though,and he looks vulnerable under a penalty. TFRHHHII BHA99
2 MOUTARDE (IRE) (16) 2416 D
Br B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Ros Mountain (IRE) Callum Pritchard (7) J
O Mrs Kate Kenyon Anthony Charlton, Warminster T
B Hunting Hill Stud Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairFlatwinnerinIrelandforGavinCromwellandmadethemostofagoodopportunityashegotoffthemarkoverhurdlesatthethirdattemptin8-runner juvenile at Kempton (2m,good to soft) on penultimate start.Struggled in a Cheltenham Class 2 event next time but this race is not so hot. TFRHHHII BHA114
3 BRADMAN (GB) (178)
Br B g Australia - Wazin James Best J
O Mr K. Bishop Kevin Bishop, Bridgwater T
B Gow Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner of 1 1/2m AW handicaps on the Flat for Charlie Fellowes last winter but he has failed to fire all 4 previous starts on turf, which is a worry ahead of this hurdles/yard debut. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 BRAMBLE JELLY (IRE) (35) 15 D 11-0
Br B f Soldier’s Call - Jelly Monger (IRE) Ben Ffrench Davis (5) J
O Mr D. J. Ffrench Davis Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T
B Ballyhane High View Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Flat winner who landed a 2-finisher event at Leicester on her hurdle debut last month. Predictably struggled under a penalty at Kempton 7 days later and more of the same likely here TFRHIIII BHA-
5 CLOTILDA (FR) (22) 642231 D 11-0
Br Gr f Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Goldflake (FR)
Harry Cobden J
O Mr D. G. Staddon Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Henri Devin Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful maiden hurdler/chaser in France who didn’t need to match that form to make a winning start for Paul Nicholls in 2m Huntingdon juvenile,form which was given a boost when the second won what looked like a decent race at Kempton on Friday.Yard has landed this race 3 times since 2018. TFRHHHHH BHA127
6 INFINITY BLUE (IRE) (42)
Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Our Joy (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Mr W. Frewen David Pipe, Wellington T
B Ballyphilip Stud W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful handicapper on the Flat for Julie Camacho,winner of 6f contest at Newmarket during the summer and went close atWolverhampton (7f) last month.Since joined a top jumps yard but stamina has to be a concern given that he’s untried beyond 7f on the level. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 OFFIAH’S BOY (GB) (53) 5
Br B g Le Brivido (FR) - Zerka Taylor Fisher J
O The Legacy Group Racing Club Joe Tickle, Tiverton T
B Lord Marchwood Legacy Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden on the Flat for Tom Ward and last of 5 in Ludlow juvenile on last month’s hurdle debut for new stable First-time cheekpieces and refitted tongue tie combination will need to major spark improvement if he’s to take this TFRHIIII BHA-
8 THOMAS G (GB) (86) 11-0
Br B or Ro g Territories (IRE) - Scattered Petals (IRE) Rex Dingle J
O Peter and Liz Jones Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Penhill Stud Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWThe second of his 3 starts in maidens on the Flat was encouraging but he hasn’t shown much otherwise in that sphere and opposable starting out over hurdles here for new yard. TFRHIIII BHA-
9 ZENATO (IRE) (67)
Br Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Romie’s Kastett (GER)
Jonathan Burke J
O FRN - BITA Craic Club Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mrs Clodagh McStay Bresbet S
TIMEFORMVIEWFound some improvement when narrowly opening his account at Nottingham (1 1/4m,heavy) in October,on what turned out to be his final start for Ed Dunlop As a half-brother to fair hurdlerAuld Brig there has to be hope that he’ll take to this game and he’s certainly in good hands. TFRHHHHI BHA10 I LOVE PARIS (IRE) (12) RP 10-7
Br B f Too Darn Hot - Way To My Heart (IRE)
O Newton Barn Racing
Bryan Carver J
Chris Honour, Ashburton T
B Rifa Mustang Europe Ltd Cotswold Stone Supplies S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat for Ed Walker but refused early on when making her debut in this sphere at Leicester (race won by Bramble Jelly) and was subsequently pulled up at Newbury. TFRHIIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: SWIFT HAWK 3 11 0 Lorcan Williams 7-2 (Paul Nicholls) 11 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Clotilda (FR), 13-2 Zenato (IRE), 15-2 Moutarde (IRE), 8-1 Infinity Blue (IRE), 12-1 Mill Street (USA), 40-1 Thomas G (GB), 50-1 Bramble Jelly (IRE), 66-1 Bradman (GB), 150-1 I Love Paris (IRE), 200-1 Offiah’s Boy (GB) PLAY SMARTER
CLOTILDA made an immediate repayment on the €100,000 new connections forked out for her when landing a 3-runner Huntingdon juvenile and, with the second giving that form a timely boost at Kempton the other day, she should prove hard to beat. Zenato is an intriguing recruit to this sphere on the back of his Flat success in October and he is next on the list ahead of Moutarde, who will find this company more palatable compared to his latest assignment.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLOTILDA (FR) 2.ZENATO (IRE) 3.MOUTARDE (IRE)
The Result
1st 2nd Distance 3rd4th Time
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Third Race 1.45
The Racing TV Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase
(Class 4) (GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13300 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5372, 2nd £2685, 3rd £1343, 4th £672, 5th £335.(Penalty Value £7023.73) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Description
This two miles, seven furlongs steeple chase is another for novices’. It is restricted to horses aged four-years-old and upwards rated from 0 to 110 which have not previously won more than two steeple chases. Initially, the weights are set according to sex with fillies and mares carrying 7lb less than their male rivals before previous steeple chase winners are allocated a penalty for each race won.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Milan - On The Tear (IRE)
Callum Pritchard (7) J
O Jim Tew Sheila Lewis, Brecon T
B John & Miriam Murphy
TIMEFORMVIEW£40,000 buy after winning an Irish point and made the frame 3 times over hurdles at up to 25f for Dan Skelton last term.However, pulled up at Bangor on his debut over fences for new yard in October and now finds himself with a fair bit to prove. TFR
2 SHAKEYATAILFEATHER (IRE) (16) 612640
Br B m Workforce - Benefit Lodge (IRE)
Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Mr T. C. McKeever Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Knockhouse Stud Ltd Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEW Scored over hurdles at Newton Abbot in September and made an encouraging start over fences when fourth at Doncaster (19f, good) on penultimate start. Failed to build on that next time but it’s still early days for this 5-y-o and she’s not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA107
3 JUST ONE SURF (FR) (232) 35P10-P C
Br B g Very Nice Name (FR) - Matasurf (FR)
5 12-0
James Bowen J
O Aura Racing Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B David, Anne-Sophie, Charlotte, Bernier
TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedinIrishpoints/bumperandlefthisfirst2hurdlerunsbehindwhenspringinga40/1surpriseinamaidenhere(2m,soft)inMarch However,followed that with a heavy defeat on handicap bow at Sandown and subsequent chase debut display at Plumpton was inauspicious,to put it mildly. TFRHHIII BHA107
4 EXMOOR FOREST (IRE) (62) 231P30 7 11-13
Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Horner Vale (IRE)
O West Country Hillbillies 1
James Davies J
Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B P. M. Prior-Wandesforde Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWOpened chase account in first-time cheekpieces when landing 9-runner handicap at Bangor (3m,good) in July.Below-par efforts on 2 of his 3 subsequent starts and needs to bounce back having undergone a second wind op last month. TFRHHHII BHA106
5 TOUT SUR MOI (FR) (18) 603-324 5 11-10
Br B g Manatee - Palma du Charmil (FR)
O Len Jakeman, Jane Williams & Jan Rees
David Noonan J
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B Mrs Guilhaine Le Borgne Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed promise in bumpers and also displayed a fair level of ability in 5 runs over hurdles. Encouraging start over fences when fourth in a 9-runner C&D handicap recently and he’s one for the shortlist off this 1lb lower mark with improvement likely. TFRHHHII BHA103
6 KIT’S COTY (IRE) (29) 41P-336 BF 6 11-10
Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Great Jane (FR)
O Owners Group 120
Harry Cobden J
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B M. Fleming & T. Westropp Bennett Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWHereford maiden hurdle winner last winter and finished hot on the heals of the first 2 when third in a 3m mares’ handicap on chase debut at Ludlow.Major backward step at Leicester since,though,and it’s hard to know which way she will go from this point. TFRHHHII BHA103
7 LANGLEY HUNDRED (IRE) (18) 205512 D 7 11-9
Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Theregoesthetruth (IRE)
Micheal Nolan J
O The England family Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Pius Collins Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Bounced back to capitalise on a reduced mark and end a losing run at Hereford (25f, good) last month. Just touched off over this C&D next time and, still on a fair mark, this 7-y-o has to enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA102
8 RI NA CUIRTE (IRE) (37) 620-013 BF 6 11-5
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Always Hoping (IRE)
O Beard, Beard, Hill & Langford
Harry Kimber J
Ben Clarke, Corscombe T
B J. H. Kidd Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWAgainverywellbackedandprovedadifferentpropositionafter6monthsoffwhennarrowlylandinga31/4mFontwellhandicaphurdleinNovember. Good third in stronger race atAscot a fortnight on (first 2 winners next time) and lots to like now sent chasing (second in a point). TFRHHHHH BHA98
Br B g Westerner - Davids Jewel (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O Mr G. A. Moore Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Mr Tom Coughlan NAF, Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap hurdler (1-12 in that sphere) but he did at least leave his low-key chase debut behind when runner-up at Wincanton (26.7f, heavy) earlier this month. Place possibilities here off the same mark, provided he is able to build on that TFRHHHII BHA93
10 HORIZON D’OR (FR) (57) 010-420 7 10-11
Br B g Nicaron (GER) - Unite Speciale (FR) Lee Edwards J
O Horizon Sunset Partnership Adam West, Epsom T
B Mrs A. Baudrelle & Mrs S. Rousselle
TIMEFORMVIEW Successful twice over hurdles in 2023 and made the frame first 2 starts since returning from an 11-month absence in September However, he failed to fire last time and is probably worth taking on now switched to fences. TFRHHIII BHA90
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: HARD FROST (FR) 6 11 2 Paul O’Brien 5-1 (Harry Derham) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 7, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note:
JUST ONE SURF: Following its run on 12/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the track.
KIT’S COTY: Following its run on 1/12/2024 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface.
HORIZON D’OR: Following its run on 3/11/2024 it was reported that the horse ran flat.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Langley Hundred (IRE), 11-2 Tout Sur Moi (FR), 13-2 Ri Na Cuirte (IRE), 7-1 Kit’s Coty (IRE), 15-2 Always Busy (IRE), 17-2 Shakeyatailfeather (IRE), 10-1 Exmoor Forest (IRE), 20-1 Just One Surf (FR), 25-1 Horizon d’Or (FR), 50-1 Micro Millions (IRE)
A winning chase debut could be on the cards for RI NA CUIRTE, who looked an improved model over hurdles last month, striking at Fontwell prior to finishing a solid third at Ascot. The latter form has been boosted (the winner of that handicap has won again since, and the second also scored next time) and the fact that this 6-y-o was runner-up between the flags augurs well ahead of this switch to fences. The in-form Langley Hundred and likely improver Tout Sur Moi rate the main dangers.
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
RACING AT TAUNTON 2025
Wednesday 8th January
Saturday 18th January Tuesday 4th February
Tuesday 18th February
Thursday 27th February
Monday 10th March
Tuesday 25th March
Wednesday 9th April
Thursday 17th April
Wednesday 23rd April
Timings subject to change
Fourth Race 2.17
The Byerley Stud Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race
(Class 1) (Listed Race) (GBB Race)
for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £35000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £15253, 2nd £6262, 3rd £3133, 4th £1565, 5th £784, 6th £392. (Penalty Value £19932.50)
Race Description
Listed races are high class and only bettered by a Grade 1, 2 or 3 contest. In effect, it is an intermediate level; many of the runners in this two miles and 104 yards hurdle race will now have an official rating that makes it no longer feasible to run them in handicaps and will be using this race as a springboard to even better things. Initially, weight is allocated according to age and sex, before penalties are given to horses that have previously won at this level or above. These penalties range from 2lb for a Listed success to 8lb for a Grade 1 victory.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br Br m Getaway (GER) - Illwalktheline (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O S T Racing - The Founders’ Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Yellowford Bloodstock Stanley’s S
TIMEFORMVIEWOvercame inexperience to make a winning bumper debut at Sedgefield last autumn and has looked good in 3 starts over hurdles,landing the odds at Market Rasen before scoring twice at Newbury,latterly in Listed Mares’ event (16.3f,good to soft) last month.Likely more to come yet. TFR
2 DISCO DANCER (IRE) (20) 343254
Br B or Br m Snow Sky - Shop Dj (IRE) James Bowen J
O Mr M. C. Fahy Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B A. Craigie Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark over timber at Cork (16.9f) in July Kept busy and run with credit since, latest when fourth of 10 in Listed hurdle at Punchestown (19.1f, soft) 20 days ago. Should give another good account TFRHHHII BHA123
3 DON’T TELL ROSIE (GB) (18) 5 4 11-4
Br Gr f Telescope (IRE) - Crocus Rose Bryan Carver J
O Wayne Clifford & Ian Gosden
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Exors of the Late Mrs B. E. Moore Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORMVIEWWell held only outing on Flat for Daniel & Claire Kubler back in late 2022 but she did go with promise starting out for new yard when fifth of 13 in novice over C&D on NH debut 18 days ago. Faces a stiff task here, though. Hood goes on. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 HOLLYGROVE CHA CHA (IRE) (20) 11-11 D 4 11-4
Br B f Affinisea (IRE) - Hollygrove Rumba (IRE)
O Hot To Trot Jumping
Gavin Sheehan J
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Ms C. Brennan Hot To Trot Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWon both starts in bumpers in the spring and is also unbeaten over hurdles,improving from her Ludlow debut success when readily taking Fontwell novice (19.1f, soft) 20 days ago.Asked a bigger question now but remains with potential. TFRHHHII BHA121
5 JUBILEE ALPHA (IRE) (30) 12-3 5 11-4
Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Queen Alphabet (IRE)
Harry Cobden J
O The Pendil Partnership Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Cathal Ennis Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly-useful bumper performer who offered plenty to work on when 1 1/2 lengths third of 9 to Listentoyourheart in Listed contest at Newbury (16.3f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 30 days ago. Likely to improve and holds strong claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 KITTY FOYLE (IRE) (30) 125 4 11-4
Br B f Teofilo (IRE) - Kazimiera Harry Reed J
O Troika Racing Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
B Godolphin
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful stayer on the Flat (stays 2m) and bright start over hurdles when landing mares’ novice at Newton Abbot (16.8f) in September However, limitations exposed since and faces a stiff task against the principals here. TFRHHIII BHA114
7 METKAYINA (IRE) (21) 314-21 D 5 11-4
Br Ch m Diamond Boy (FR) - Princess Tara (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Metkayina Noel Williams, Blewbury T
B Thistletown Stud Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORMVIEW Built on encouraging hurdles debut when winning 6-runner novice at Lingfield (16f, soft, 10/3) 21 days ago, kept up to work. More on plate here but likely has more to offer TFRHHHII BHA117
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2023: QUEENS GAMBLE (IRE) 5 11 4 Jonathan Burke 5-6 (Harry Derham) 6 ran Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Listentoyourheart (IRE), 3-1 Jubilee Alpha (IRE), 5-1 Hollygrove Cha Cha (IRE), 7-1 Disco Dancer (IRE), 8-1 Metkayina (IRE), 33-1 Kitty Foyle (IRE), 100-1 Don’t Tell Rosie (GB)
JUBILEE ALPHA should have learnt plenty from her encouraging Newbury hurdles bow and may be able to turn the tables on Listentoyourheart, who carries a 5lb penalty for that victory. Hollygrove Cha Cha is also of interest.
Fifth Race 2.52
The South Shore Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)
for three yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £15800
Owners Prize Money. 1st £6382, 2nd £3190, 3rd £1596, 4th £798, 5th £398.(Penalty Value £8343.98) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Description
This is a two miles, seven furlongs and 198 yards handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130. 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.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 STRIKING A POSE (IRE) (25) 1P0-34P D
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Clonsingle Native (IRE) Freddie Gingell (3) J
O S Clare G Kennington C Knowles & J Reed Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Gerry Caplis Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back winner of Exeter handicaps last season and encouraging third of 13 on return there in October However,not so good next 2 starts and he looks risky on the back of his latest display at Wincanton where he was struggling some way out.
2 GEEZER ROCKSTAR (IRE) (39) 4P10-5P C 5 11-12
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Rock’s Field (IRE)
O Doubtfire, Haring, Thornton & Davies
Bryan Carver J
Harry Fry, Corscombe T
B The Culloty Family Grosvenor Sport S
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper/maiden hurdle winner who ran poorly on handicap debut at Sandown inApril.Reappearance fifth of 14 in novice hurdle at Carlisle was decent but again followed a good effort with a bad one by misfiring atWincanton (pulled up).Now tried in a tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA116
3 TINY TETLEY (GB) (42) 04215-2
6 11-7
Br B g Passing Glance - Setter’s Princess Callum Pritchard (7) J
O Mr R J Hodges & Mrs S L Hobbs
Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Mr & Mrs R. J. Hodges Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWOpened his account in a 21.5f Exeter maiden hurdle in February Bit disappointing inTaunton handicap final start of last term but back on track when runner-up returned to Exeter last month and he merits respect off the same mark here. TFRHHHII BHA111
4 FAUTINETTE (FR) (184) P/43-510 6 11-6
Br B m Bathyrhon (GER) - Fautina (FR)
Miss Lucy Turner (5) J
O DFA Racing (Anderson & Edwards) Venetia Williams, Hereford T
B S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful ex-French winner who got off the mark for current yard at Cartmel in May. Respectable eighth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Dieppe the following month but this demands a clear career-best. TFRHHIII BHA110
5 DESPEREAUX (FR) (18) 0-03011 CD 5 11-1
Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Rouvraie (FR) David Noonan J
O Chasing Gold Racing Club
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWReturnedtoforminfirst-timecheekpieceswhenwinningweak7-runnerhandicapatLudlowearlierthismonth.FollowedupoverthisC&D8dayslater and,still feasibly treated up 8lb,he should make a bold bid to complete the hat-trick.Yard saddled the winner of this race 12 months ago. TFRHHHHH BHA105
6 NATIVE MOON (IRE) (32) 6043-P2 6 10-10
Br Ch g Sea Moon - Toye Native (IRE) Lorcan Williams J
O The Gosden Mob
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Mr Ian Lindsay Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORMVIEW Signs of promise in maiden/novice hurdles and, though pulled up on handicap debut at Uttoxeter in May, he took a step back in the right direction when runner-up on return/debut for new yard over C&D last month.Likely to give it a good shot in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA100
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: MOKA DE VASSY (FR) 5 11 9 David Noonan 13-2 (Mrs Jane Williams) 4 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Despereaux (FR), 3-1 Tiny Tetley (GB), 7-2 Native Moon (IRE), 17-2 Striking A Pose (IRE), 12-1 Fautinette
14-1 Geezer Rockstar (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
DESPEREAUX is unexposed as a stayer and makes plenty of appeal in his hat-trick bid having made it 2-3 here with a decisive C&D success 18 days ago. Native Moon also has a potential as a stayer and is feared most on the back of his improved second here last month, while Tiny Tetley, who found just one too good at Exeter, is another key player.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DESPEREAUX (FR) 2.NATIVE MOON (IRE) 3.TINY TETLEY
(FR),
Sixth Race 3.27
The In The Mix Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11300
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4564, 2nd £2281, 3rd £1141, 4th £571, 5th £285.(Penalty Value £5967.53)
Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Description
This is a three miles and two furlongs handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. 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 100 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 CAERULEUM (GB) (25) 522-321
Br Br g Millenary - Queen of The Blues (IRE)
Harry Kimber J O Buckingham, Chapman, Langford & Ritzema Robert Walford, Blandford T
B T. C. Dawson Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWFound improvement when getting off the mark in 10-runner handicap chase atWincanton (26.7f,heavy,2/1) 25 days ago. 8lb higher now but another bold bid is anticipated. TFRHHHHH BHA97
2 TOUCHWOODEXPRESS (IRE) (35) 6-40124
5 11-12
Br Ch g Mahler - Riverside Lough (IRE) Mr Toby McCain-Mitchell (7) J
O Touchwoodexpress Syndicate Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
B Richard & Nicola Harding Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved on his exploits over hurdles when making a winning handicap chase debut at Huntingdon (23.6f) in October and backed that up with good second atWarwick (25.5f).Not in quite same form at Ludlow since but must enter calculations.Cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHHI BHA95
3 BALLYNAHEER (IRE) (16) 10-3354 5 11-10
Br B g Mahler - Ballynagall (IRE) Charlie Todd J
O Mr David Purvis David Dennis, Banbury T
B Tom Birmingham DD Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWA fair 2m4f winner over hurdles who made a bright start over fences with placed efforts at Uttoxeter/Wincanton in October Not so good the last twice, however, well held again at Newcastle on latest. TFRHHIII BHA93
4 UNBLINKING (GB) (14) 202PP-5
Br B g Cacique (IRE) - Deliberate Finn Lambert (3) J
O Mr R. N. Bevis Robert Bevis, Duckington T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough over fences at Hereford (25f, good) in 2022/23 season and was runner-up 3 times last season However, he ended that campaign out of sorts and posted just respectable fifth on return at Southwell 2 weeks ago. TFRHIIII BHA90
5 MARETTIMO (IRE) (8) 2-4P044 C
Br B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Renowned (IRE)
Ben Ffrench Davis (5) J
O Mrs Tracy Turner Bill Turner, Sherborne T
B Lynch Bages
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair handicap chaser at best but has yet to really fire this term and makes limited appeal, despite a tumbling mark TFRHHIII BHA90
6 GETUPEARLY (GB) (42) 6-322U3 BF
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Come The Dawn Micheal Nolan J
O The Philip Hobbs Racing Partnership Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Richard & Caroline Mathias Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Still a maiden under Rules but placed on 4 of his 5 completed starts over fences, albeit he was below par when third at Exeter latest. Can’t be discounted. TFRHHHII BHA86
7 UNSPEAKABLE (IRE) (11) 206353 C
Br Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - Croise Naofa (IRE) Jack Tudor J
O John & Paul Stanaway & Nicola Reed Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Jack O’Dwyer NAF, Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORMVIEW Doing all his best work at finish when third of 18 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f, soft) 11 days ago. Fairly treated back chasing and can make his presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA82
8 SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL (FR) (25) P02113 C 9 10-10
Br Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - School of Thought (FR) Taylor Fisher J
O Mr Paul Anthony Mann Joe Tickle, Tiverton T
B Mme Henri Devin
TIMEFORM VIEW Below par in heavy ground at Wincanton latest but had won back-to-back handicaps (including at this course) previously and remains on a workable mark TFRHHHII BHA79
9 BLACKACRE (GB) (35) P2-3562 5 10-5
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tullow Tonic (IRE) Adam Wedge J
O R J Gambarini Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Tom Weston Office Visions (Wales) Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 11 attempts and was flattered when well-beaten second of 7 in handicap chase at Ludlow (23.8f, soft) 35 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA74
10 SEVENOFUS (IRE) (162) 3-U5630 8 10-2
Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Gortnagowna (IRE) Gearoid Harney (5) J
O Tim & Liz Heal Carroll Gray, Bridgwater T
B Mrs Karen Hannon
TIMEFORMVIEW Still looking for first success and not seen since disappointing effort over hurdles at Newton Abbot in summer TFRHIIII BHA71
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: PEDLEY WOOD (IRE) 6 11 12 Brendan Powell 16-5 (Joe Tizzard) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Caeruleum (GB), 11-2 Touchwoodexpress (IRE), 6-1 Getupearly (GB), 8-1 Unspeakable (IRE), 10-1 Ballynaheer (IRE), School For Scandal (FR), 16-1 Blackacre (GB), 28-1 Marettimo (IRE), 40-1 Sevenofus (IRE), 66-1 Unblinking (GB)
CAERULEUM upped his game when easily scoring at Wincanton last month and an 8lb higher mark may not be enough to prevent the follow up. Touchwoodexpress and Unspeakable should also go well.
Abbreviations
BF – Beaten Favourite.B – Brought Down. C – Course Winner D – Distance Winner.F – Fell. P – Pulled Up R – Refused. S – Slipped Up.U – Unseated.
Horse welfare is a priority at Taunton Racecourse At every meeting there are 3 specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons appointed to look after the welfare of the horses in action. One vet is present at the start of each race and during the race follows the runners in a vehicle Horses can be attended to in the same time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating injured jockeys.
A second vet follows the action from the stands and coordinates the required response to any incidents. In addition, throughout the meeting a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected around the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and horse some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
Seventh Race 4.00
The 2 For 1Tickets On 8th January
Conditional Jockeys’Training Series
Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Part OfThe Racing Excellence Series)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10500
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4241, 2nd £2120, 3rd £1061, 4th £530, 5th £265.(Penalty Value £5545.05)
Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Description
This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 115. 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 T Trainer S Sponsor
AND BUTTER (IRE) (22) 3-40111 9 12-0
Br Br g Westerner - Wells Diamond (IRE)
Lewis Saunders (3) J
O Mr Bill Hawkins Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Longrove Stud Motaclan S
TIMEFORMVIEWRight back to form since undergoing a wind op,winning 3 on the bounce under Lewis Saunders since returning to action last month.6lb rise for latest Huntingdon (20.7f,heavy) success fair enough and this 9-y-o has to be respected in his bid to complete the four-timer TFR
2 TOM DONIPHON (FR) (33) 2120-32
Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - La Courtille (FR) James Turner J
O Gwent Holdings Limited Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Mme Dr V. Brigitte Poulve
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful bumper performer who stepped up from his hurdling debut when very good second of 11 in novice at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) 33 days ago. May have more to offer on handicap bow. TFRHHHHI BHA112
3 BASKERVILLE (IRE) (40) 5-U1323 5 11-11
Br Ch g Sandmason - Starofcountydown (IRE) Oscar Palmer (8) J
O Stone, McNeill & Green Families
Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Miss Eve Collins Ultima Business Solutions S
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmedpromiseofpreviousrunwhenlandinganovicehurdleatUttoxeter(15.8f)inJuneandbetterformindefeatinhandicapsthereafter, particularly when runner-up at Hereford (21.7f) in October.Not at quite same level atWarwick latest but must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA111
4 TWO TO TANGO (GB) (30) 2P-5333
6 11-5
Br B g Kayf Tara - Folie Dancer Cameron Johnstone-Baker (8) J
O Mr J. R. Lavelle Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T
B Mr J. R. Lavelle & Dr Mark Scott Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed fair form in pair of maiden hurdles last winter and run to similar level in handicaps more recently,latest when good third of 7 at Doncaster (16.6f, good) last month. Likely to be in the mix again. TFRHHHII BHA105
5 BETTY’S TIARA (GB) (25) 50202-5 6 11-4
Br B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE) Callum Pritchard (3) J
O Mrs Emma Palmer Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Mrs Bridget Henley Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEW Made the frame on 2 of her 3 starts over hurdles last term and shaped as if needing the run when creditable fifth of 13 in novice at Wincanton (21.4f, heavy) on return 25 days ago. Could be a player on handicap bow. TFRHHHII BHA104
6 STANLEY PINCOMBE (IRE) (28) 124-36U CD
Br B g Multiplex - Allez Zane Daire Davis J
O Ms Jane Southall Chris Gordon, Winchester T
B J. H. Culloty Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Plumpton (20.5f) 13 months ago but has been below his best in a trio of outings this term and has cheekpieces refitted now. TFRHHIII BHA102
7 PHOENIX RISEN (GB) (13) 5-46021 C 7 11-2
Br Ch g Conduit (IRE) - Tchatchacoya (FR)
O Mike & Maggie Horton
Gearoid Harney J
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T
B Mrs Hylda Mills Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who got back on scorebaord when taking 8-runner handicap hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft, 4/1) 13 days ago, kept up to work. 5lb rise fair and is one for shortlist. TFRHHHHH BHA102
8 KOLISI (IRE) (15) 04/22-00 C D 6 10-3
Br Br g Harzand (IRE) - Wild Step (GER) Harry Atkins (3) J
O Mr D. Pipe David Pipe, Wellington T
B Irish National Stud W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up twice in 2m handicap hurdles in June 2023 but has offered little in 3 starts since returning from lengthy absence. Lots to prove at present. TFRHIIII BHA89
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023: INDIVIDUALISTE (FR) 5 11 5 Freddie Gingell 6-4 (Paul Nicholls) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Bread And Butter (IRE), Betty’s Tiara (GB), Phoenix Risen (GB), 6-1 Tom Doniphon (FR), Baskerville (IRE), 11-1 Two To Tango (GB), 20-1 Stanley Pincombe (IRE), 40-1 Kolisi (IRE)
PHOENIX RISEN was a ready winner at Wincanton earlier this month and remains feasibly treated on old form. He can score again. Bread And Butter and Tom Doniphon rate the principal dangers.
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Race Conditions
First Race 12.45 - THE STABLES BUSINESS PARK NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, December 26th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 26 entries at £45. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.15 - THE ROYAL OAK HILLCOMMON JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 26th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 19 entries at £45. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
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Third Race 1.45 - THE RACING TV NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7023 to the winning horse The second to receive £3231, the third £1615, the fourth £808 and the fifth £402. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £63 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £51 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 16 entries, 1 at £12 and 15 at £63. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £5372; Second £2685; Third £1343; Fourth £672; Fifth £335. (Penalty Value £7023.73) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Fourth Race 2.17 - THE BYERLEY STUD MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £19932 to the winning horse The second to receive £7479, the third £3745, the fourth £1865, the fifth £938 and the sixth £469. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, December 26th and pay £175 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 3lb; 4-y-o and up 11st 4lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 1 handicap hurdle race 3lb Of a Class 1 weight-for-age hurdle race 5lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 11 entries at £175.Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £15253; Second £6262; Third £3133; Fourth £1565; Fifth £784; Sixth £392. (Penalty Value £19932.50) A SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 2.52 - THE SOUTH SHORE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8343 to the winning horse The second to receive £3839, the third £1919, the fourth £960 and the fifth £478. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 12 entries, at £75. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £6382; Second £3190; Third £1596; Fourth £798; Fifth £398. (Penalty Value £8343.98) Weights raised 7lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Sixth Race 3.27 - THE IN THE MIX HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5967 to the winning horse The second to receive £2745, the third £1372, the fourth £687 and the fifth £342. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 26th and pay £53 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. 22 entries at £53. - Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4564; Second £2281; Third £1141; Fourth £571; Fifth £285. (Penalty Value £5967.53) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.00 - THE 2 FOR 1 TICKETS ON 8TH JANUARY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’
TRAINING SERIES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (Part of the Racing Excellence Series) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5545 to the winning horse The second to receive £2551, the third £1275, the fourth £638 and the fifth £318. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £49 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 28th. Penalties, after December 21st, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to September 30th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to December 27th, 2024, have not ridden more than 10 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse. SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. Please refer to the notice headed ‘Racing Excellence Conditional Jockeys Training Race Series 2024-2025’ on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. 17 entries, at £49.Closed December 26th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4241; Second £2120; Third £1061; Fourth £530; Fifth £265. (Penalty Value £5545.05) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
